Population Change and Demographic Trends for Austin’s Hispanic/Latina/o/x Population Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission June 25, 2024 Austin’s population has been doubling every 20 to 25 years. Recent growth has been at a slower rate. 1,137,983 961,855 974,447 Period of greatest growth 656,562 Period of fastest growth since 1900 251,808 National Ranking: 73rd 67th 56th 42nd 27th 16th 14th 11th 10th Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Censuses 1870 – 2020; 2022 Vintage Census Bureau Population Estimates; 2025, 2030 CoA Projections. 2 1,250,000 1,000,000 750,000 500,000 250,000 .974 million 4,428 0 The Hispanic population has always been a part of Austin’s growth history. 900000 800000 700000 600000 500000 400000 300000 200000 100000 0 First time Hispanics were broken out from White. Black population split into “free” and “slave”. Initially measured simply as “Chinese”. “Mexican” included in Other Race. White Hispanic Black 1850 628 1860 2505 1870 2813 1880 7407 1900 1890 10956 16414 22366 27928 38209 73025 114652 161806 184859 232324 287166 353706 385271 452994 1940 1930 1980 1970 1950 1960 1990 2000 2010 2020 1920 1910 American Indian & Alaska Native Asian & Pacific Islander Population 9 10 1 8 2 14 22 27 29 4 40 10 107 39 184 170 622 1,003 1,756 1,967 2,002 3,642 14,141 31,421 49,560 86,381 1 989 1615 3587 3610 5822 7478 6921 14861 17667 24413 29845 42118 55824 66738 60760 66002 5014 9868 36623 64766 106868 200579 277707 312448 Asian & Pacific Islander Population American Indian & Alaska Native Black Hispanic White Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Historical Census 1790-1990; Texas Demographic Center 1980-2000; data.census.gov 2010-2020 3 Hispanic or Latina/o/x Population, Austin, 1970-2020 88% 312,448 77% 200,579 65% 106,868 277,707 38% 36,623 64,766 13% 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 Hispanic Population Percent Change 312,448 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Historical Census Statistics for Large Cities and Other Urban Places in the U.S. 4 Where do Austinites come from? Place of Birth, 2022 Total Population Hispanics Asians Born in Texas Born in other US State Native born, outside US Born in Another Country 48% 32% 2% 18% 58% 13% 2% 27% 19% 18% 2% 61% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 1-Year Estimates Note: Figures in red represent a decrease since 2012, in blue an increase since 2012. 5 Components of Population Change, Austin Metro Area, 2022-2023 Drivers of Growth Migration continues to be a major component of growth …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION June 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM Arts Commission Annual Retreat Big Medium 4201 S Congress Ave #323 Austin, TX 78745 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Gina Houston, Michael Vernusky, Acia Gray, Faiza Kracheni, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS Meet and Greet/Ice Breaker by Jessica Sager Discussion of Chair’s Report on update on the ecosystem following the NEA's visit to Austin by Chair Zisman Discussion on what you most excited about regarding being a member of the Arts Commission Discuss on the biggest concerns regarding being a member of the Arts Commission Discuss on the most important thing to accomplish at the June 25th retreat, as a Commission 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. WORKING GROUP UPDATES Update from joint Arts/Music Commission Working Group on Urban Core Issues with Commissioners Gray, Maldonado, and Schmalbach (chair). Update from Community Engagement Working Group with Commissioners Zisman, Houston, and Kracheni (chair) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Jesús Varela at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-2444, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Arts Commission, please contact Jesús Varela at 512-974-2444. 6. 7.
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION June 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM Arts Commission Annual Retreat Big Medium 4201 S Congress Ave #323 Austin, TX 78745 The ARTS COMMISSION convened in a SPECIAL CALLED meeting on 25, June, 2024 at Big Medium, 4201 S Congress Ave #323, Austin, TX 78745 Commissioner Zisman called the ARTS COMMISSION Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Celina Zisman, Heidi Schmalbach, Monica Maldonado, Gina Houston, Michael Vernusky, Acia Gray, Faiza Kracheni, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla Board Members Absent: Felipe Garza CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Celina Zisman - Chair, Heidi Schmalbach - Vice Chair, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Gina Houston, Michael Vernusky, Acia Gray, Faiza Kracheni, Amy Mok, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL CALL TO ORDER No public communications DISCUSSION ITEMS Motion to suspend Robert's Rule of Orders by Commissioner Schmalbach. Second by Gray on a 6-0 vote with Commissioner’s Vernusky, Maldonado, Garza, and Medicharla not present. Meet and Greet/Ice Breaker by Jessica Sager Various items were discussed Discussion of Chair’s Report on update on the ecosystem following the NEA's visit to Austin by Chair Zisman 1. 2. 3. An update was provided by Commissioner Zisman Discussion on what you most excited about regarding being a member of the Arts Commission Various items were discussed Discuss on the biggest concerns regarding being a member of the Arts Commission Various items were discussed Discuss on the most important thing to accomplish at the June 25th retreat, as a Commission Various items were discussed WORKING GROUP UPDATES Update from joint Arts/Music Commission Working Group on Urban Core Issues with Commissioners Gray, Maldonado, and Schmalbach (chair). No update given Update from Community Engagement Working Group with Commissioners Zisman, Houston, and Kracheni (chair) No update given FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The minutes from the meeting were approved at the July 15h Arts Commission meeting on Commissioner Kracheni’s motion, Commissioner Houston’s second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioner’s Gray and Mok absent and Garza and Keys abstaining 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
REGULAR MEETING of the LIBRARY COMMISSION June 24, 2024 – 6 P.M. Hampton at Oak Hill Branch Library 5125 Convict Hill Road Austin, Texas This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online virtual participation. Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Laura Polio, 512-974-9624, laura.polio@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Lynda Infante Huerta, Chair Andrea Herrera Moreno Kezia Frayjo Mark Smith AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Sheila Mehta, Vice Chair Cristina Masters Magen Davis Steve DeRosa The first five speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Library Commission's special called meeting on May 13, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS Staff briefing on Programs Update, by Jennifer Peters, Division Manager, Programs and Partnerships Staff briefing on the June Director’s Report covering public programming highlights, and department facilities updates, by Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries. 1. 2. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion on the date, location and agenda for the Library Commission retreat DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Discussion and approval of the 2023 Library Commision Report FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Laura Polio at the Austin Public Library Department, at 512-974-9624 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Library Commission, please contact Laura Polio at 512-974-9624 or laura.polio@austintexas.gov.
Programs Update June 24, 2024 Jennifer Peters, Div Mgr, Programs & Partnerships Office of Programs & Partnerships (AOPP) • Develops and manages a programming plan that aligns with the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Austin Public Library • Creates system-wide processes that enable programming staff to develop, execute, and evaluate high-quality programs • Sets standards and measures effectiveness so that Library and COA leadership recognize the value of library programming to the Austin community. FY23 Changes and Updates • Developed New Program Priorities • Created Programming Manual • AOPP Team Responsibilities • Defined Program, Priorities, & AOPP Scope • Program Planning and Purchasing Processes • Revised Program Plan Submission Form • Replace “how” with “why” • Evaluation • Updated AOPP Sharepoint Landing Page • Developed Online Program Plan and PRF Submission Process • Created Trackers for Program Plans and PRFs • Providing Trainings Impact Percentage Change Oct 2022-Mar 2023 to Oct 2023-May 2024 Total Programs 2212 3860 Oct 22- Mar 23 Oct 23- May 24 % Change 75% Total Attendance 52555 102305 95% Number of Programs 2 2 - t c O 2 2 - v o N 2 2 - c e D 3 2 - n a J 3 2 - b e F 3 2 - r a M 3 2 - r p A 3 2 - y a M 3 2 - n u J 3 2 - l u J 3 2 - g u A 3 2 - p e S 3 2 - t c O 3 2 - v o N 3 2 - c e D 4 2 - n a J 4 2 - b e F 4 2 - r a M 4 2 - r p A 4 2 - y a M Program Attendance 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 2 2 - t c O 2 2 - v o N 2 2 - c e D 3 2 - n a J 3 2 - b e F 3 2 - r a M 3 2 - r p A 3 2 - y a M 3 2 - n u J 3 2 - l u J 3 2 - g u A 3 2 - p e S 3 2 - t c O 3 2 - v o N 3 2 - …
1 Director’s Report June 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS Highlights ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1 Facilities Update ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4 Capital Projects Update …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 Gallery ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 Active Projects Timelines ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..6 Project Highlights………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 APL Data & Numbers ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 Programs ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….10 Cardholders & Visitors …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 Circulation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12 Check Outs & Conference Rooms……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..13 Platforms & Tech ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……..14 Budget & Expenditures .………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….15 HIGHLIGHTS 1 Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month Austin Public Library proudly celebrated Asian, Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AHPI) Heritage Month. Observed annually in May, Asian, Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a time to reflect upon and celebrate the remarkable role of the AHPI community in our nation’s history. As part of the up to 30+ programs across the library system to celebrate AANHPI, the Central Library hosted a community celebration with programs and activities including: · Storytime, "Celebrating Asian Dragons", featuring dragon folklore and myths, shadow puppet show, flannel stories and songs and rhymes and dragon art activities. · Carnatic music (a form of Indian classical) with Nischal Ananda, South Asia Institute of Austin, performing on the Carnatic Violin. · Bollywood Improv Show, an improvised Bollywood-style "rom-com", led by Director, Sid Desai, a veteran Hideout improvisor and director. · Paper Lei Making with Austin History Center · Gift shop items featuring AANHPI brands Terrazas Reopens! Terrazas branch library reopened on May 18, 2024, revealing a fresh new appearance following a two-month revitalization project led by the APL Facilities and Information System teams. We are excited to offer an updated facility to the community as we head into our summer programming. Inaugural GABFest a Success Austin Public Library hosted the first-annual Greater Austin Book Festival on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Central Library. The intention behind the Greater Austin Book Fest was to provide a valuable opportunity for authors, illustrators, and readers from Hays, Williamson, and Travis Counties to establish meaningful connections and engage with their community. The day-long event featured over 80 local authors hosting panel discussions and book signings, Storytimes from over a dozen local children’s authors, as well as interactive writing, bookbinding, and storytelling sessions for all ages. 2 Bike to Work Day 2024 The Bike to Work Day Team welcomed 138 bikers who stopped by the Library’s fueling station on their bike route. Participants engaged with a selection of books displayed, played with a “bike journey” spinner, and contributed to the APL bike zine. There was also APL-branded swag and a bike …
Library Commission Meeting Minutes 13, May, 2024 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING 13, May 2024 THE LIBRARY COMMISSION MINUTES The Library Commission convened in a meeting on Monday, May 13, 2024, at the Central Library, 710 West Cesar Chavez Street, in Austin, Texas. CALL TO ORDER Chair Infante Huerta called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commission Members in Attendance: Lynda Infante Huerta, Chair, Sheila Mehta, Vice-Chair, Steve DeRosa, Mark Smith Commission Members in Attendance Remotely: Chistina Masters, Magen Davis, Commission Members Absent: Kezia Frayjo, Andrea Herrera Moreno, PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the April 29, 2024, regular meeting. The minutes of the April 29, 2024, regular meeting were approved on Commission Member DeRosa's motion and Commission Member Smith’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commission Member Frayjo and Herrea Moreno absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS Librarian III. 2. Staff briefing on Kids Block Party and Summer at Austin Public Library, by Alanna Graves, The presentation was made by Alanna Graves, Librarian III. Library Commission Meeting Minutes 13, May, 2024 3. Staff briefing regarding Cooling and Warming Center Activation, by Cody Scott, Facilities Process Manager. The presentation was made by Cody Scott, Facilities Process Manager. 4. Discussion of the May Director’s Report covering public programming highlights, and APL facilities updates, by Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries. The presentation was made by Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commisison Retreat Programs Update Budget Update in July App Update once available Adjournment: Chair Infante Huerta adjourned the meeting at 7:18 p.m. without objection.
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 Library Commission Mission Statement: The Library Commission shall make recommendations to the city council on matters relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of the public libraries. City Code Section 2-1-150 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. a. Commissioners were briefed about the library operations so as to be able to answer questions from the City Council members and their constituents. i. Staff briefing regarding Austin Public Library’s Community Service Coordinators. ii. Staff briefing regarding the Austin Public Library’s Proposed FY24 Budget iii. Staff briefing regarding Austin Public Library marketing iv. Staff briefing regarding an update on Austin Public Library’s current facilities projects and new construction/expansion v. Staff briefing regarding People Experiencing Homelessness and the Austin Public Library vi. Staff briefing regarding Austin Public Library Programming Annual Review and Work Plan 2023/2024 vii. Staff briefing regarding Austin Public Library Digital Services viii. Staff briefing on updated reconsideration procedures for Austin Public Library team staff and upcoming reconsideration committee ix. Presentation by Tim Staley, Executive Director, The Library Foundation, regarding The Library Foundation programs and services x. Presentation by Charles Peveto, President, Austin History Center Association, regarding Austin History Center Association programs and services xi. Presentation by Nehemiah Pitts, Chair, Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission, regarding Digital Inclusion Stakeholder Engagement xii. Staff briefing regarding Immigration Services xiii. Staff briefing regarding APL Facilities Project Updates, Feasibility Studies & Future Bonds xiv. Staff briefing on Kids Block Party and Summer at Austin Public Library Report. xv. Staff briefing regarding Cooling and Warming Center Activation xvi. Staff briefing on Programs Update, by Jennifer Peters xvii. Monthly briefings regarding the Austin Public Library Director’s b. Commissioners voted to create the following working groups: i. Unmet Needs Working Group c. Commissioners informed their respective City Council members about major issues facing the library. d. Commissioners served as liaisons to branches within their respective council districts. joining remotely. e. All meetings were held in-person with some commissioners occasionally f. Commissioners acted to appoint a member of the library commission to the Austin Public Library reconsideration committee. 2 Annual Review and Work Plan 2023/2024 g. Commissioners reviewed and passed the below recommendations: i. LIBRARY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20231127-05 - Expand library …
REGULAR MEETING of the HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Monday, June 24, 2024, 6:00 p.m. Austin City Hall, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St Austin, Texas Some members of the Human Rights Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Eric Anderson at eric.anderson@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Kolby Duhon, Chair (He/They) Gabriella Zeidan, Vice Chair Alicia Weigel (She/They) Michael Stevenson Muneeb ‘Meebs’ Aslam (He/Him) Morgan Davis (He/Him) Mariana Krueger (She/Her) Jeffrey Clemmons Srini Raghavan Harriett Kirsh Pozen Danielle Bryant CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission Special Called Meeting on May 20, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEM 2. Discussion of the State of Texas' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ban (Senate Bill 17). DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve a recommendation to Council to address the rise in drug overdoses in the City of Austin, promote the legalization of fentanyl testing strips, and promote harm reduction efforts. Approve a recommendation to Council on public safety at Austin Pride Parade and Pride Events. 3. 4. 5. COMMITTEE UPDATES FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee on the Commission on Veterans Affairs joining the Joint Inclusion Committee and the City of Austin Poet Laureate Program. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. (512) 974-2562 or Please contact Eric Anderson, Office of eric.anderson@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Human Rights Commission, please contact Eric Anderson at (512) 974-2562 or eric.anderson@austintexas.gov. the City Clerk at
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES MONDAY MAY 20, 2024 The Human Rights Commission convened in a special called meeting on May 20, 2024, at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. in Austin, Texas. Chair Duhon called the Human Rights Commission meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kolby Duhon, Chair Gabriella Zeidan, Vice Chair Harriet Kirsh Pozen Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Meebs Aslam Danielle Bryant Jeffrey Clemmons Morgan Davis Mariana Krueger Commissioners Absent: Srini Raghavan Michael Stevenson Alicia Weigel PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission meeting on April 22, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of April 22, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Clemmons’ Motion, Commissioner Krueger’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Raghavan, Stevenson, and Weigel were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1 3. 2. Approve a recommendation to condemn the enactment of the State of Texas' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ban (Senate Bill 17) and its effect on the University of Texas. The recommendation was approved with the following friendly amendments on Vice Chair Zeidan’s motion, Commissioner Kirsh Pozen’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Raghavan, Stevenson, and Weigel were absent. The friendly amendment from Chair Duhon was to add a section six to the Be It Resolved Section to read as follows. This was accepted by the maker of the motion, Vice Chair Zeidan. “6. The Commission calls on Council to support budget recommendation 20240325-06 titled Addressing the Ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives passed by this body at the March 25th, 2024 meeting.” The friendly amendment from Commissioner Clemmons was to revise section five of the Be It Resolved section to read as follows. This was accepted by the maker of the motion, Vice Chair Zeidan. “5. The Commission recommends the City Clerk to forward a copy of this resolution to the Governor of Texas, the Lieutenant Governor, Chair of the Texas Legislature Higher Education Committee, members of the Texas Legislature, the President of the University of Texas at Austin, and other relevant stakeholders.” Approve a recommendation to call on City Council to engage with the University of Texas to cease the use of police force to suppress student protests, work with student activists to find peaceful and constructive solutions, protect free speech and peaceful protest, protect student rights, and call on City Council to investigate the use of force and arrests of …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Human Rights Commission Recommenda2on Number: (20240624): Resolu2on on Addressing the Rise in Drug Overdoses in the City of Aus2n and Promo2ng the Legaliza2on of Fentanyl Tes2ng Strips and Harm Reduc2on Efforts WHEREAS the War on Drugs describes the con<nued prohibi<on and criminaliza<on of a broad set of substances under the Controlled Substances Act; and WHEREAS harm reduc<on, in the context of substance use, is a community-oriented public health and safety approach aimed at reducing the nega<ve consequences associated with the use of substances; and WHEREAS harm reduc<on is one of the four core strategies being implemented by the Department of Health and Human Services to address the ongoing opioid crisis; and WHEREAS Travis County has experienced a significant increase in drug overdoses, exacerbated by the prevalence of fentanyl and other synthe<c opioids; and WHEREAS the opioid crisis con<nues to devastate families and communi<es, with fentanyl being a leading cause of overdose deaths, killing five Texans daily in the previous year; and WHEREAS the Texas Legislature passed several bills into law in 2023 to combat the fentanyl crisis, including measures to distribute naloxone on college campuses and to increase public awareness of the dangers of fentanyl; and WHEREAS fentanyl test strips, proven to be highly effec<ve in detec<ng the presence of fentanyl in drugs, are a cri<cal harm reduc<on tool that can save lives by allowing individuals to test substances before use; and WHEREAS research shows that fentanyl test strips are between 96 percent and 100 percent accurate, providing a cost-efficient method to prevent overdoses; and WHEREAS despite bipar<san support in the Texas House of Representa<ves, the bill to decriminalize fentanyl test strips did not pass in the Senate, leaving Texas as one of the few states where these lifesaving tools remain illegal; and WHEREAS public health experts, families affected by fentanyl-related tragedies, and medical professionals advocate for the decriminaliza<on and widespread availability of fentanyl test strips to reduce overdose deaths; and WHEREAS other states have successfully implemented the distribu<on of test strips through community health centers, convenience stores, and vending machines, some<mes for free, demonstra<ng their feasibility and efficacy in harm reduc<on efforts; and WHEREAS legal barriers to accessing fentanyl test strips hinder harm reduc<on organiza<ons from receiving funding and distribu<ng these essen<al tools to those in need; and WHEREAS the availability of fentanyl test strips allows individuals to make more informed decisions, poten<ally preven<ng drug use or …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Recommendation on Public Safety at Austin Pride Parade and Pride Events WHEREAS the City of Austin has formally recognized Pride month with an official proclamation “reaffirming the City’s commitment to inclusivity, equity, and allyship”; and WHEREAS Pride month and surrounding celebrations have been prominent to Austin’s culture since its first Pride week in 1982; and WHEREAS members of the LGBTQIA+ community continue to be targets of hate incidents, violent threats, and extremist legislation; and WHEREAS Pride events in Austin have been canceled this year due to bomb and death threats; and WHEREAS Pride events in Austin have been canceled this year due to bomb and death threats, such as the cancellation of the "Legendary Drag Brunch and Market" due to a bomb threat; and WHEREAS Texas has seen a significant increase in reported anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, with Austin experiencing a rise from 12 incidents in 2019 to 51 in 2023; and WHEREAS these threats limit Austin’s ability to be the most livable city in the country; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Austin’s Human Rights Commission that the Austin City Council calls upon relevant public safety departments to implement additional safety measures for the August 2024 Pride Parade and subsequent events. These measures should include, but not be limited to: ● Adequate street closures for the Austin Pride Parade to eliminate vehicle traffic in the immediate area; ● Deployment of both uniformed and plainclothes officers in surrounding areas; ● Briefing local FBI authorities on recent bomb threats and other hate crimes related to the LGBTQIA+ community to monitor and address any active threats. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Austin City Council utilizes the resources of the We All Belong campaign to increase public awareness of the purpose and significance of Pride and all related events, including the August Pride Parade. Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: Attest: _____________________________________________ (Staff or board member can sign)
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Human Rights Commission Recommendation Number 20240624-003: Addressing the Rise in Drug Overdoses in the City of Austin and Promoting the Legalization of Fentanyl Testing Strips and Harm Reduction Efforts WHEREAS the War on Drugs describes the continued prohibition and criminalization of a broad set of substances under the Controlled Substances Act; and WHEREAS harm reduction, in the context of substance use, is a community-oriented public health and safety approach aimed at reducing the negative consequences associated with the use of substances; and WHEREAS harm reduction is one of the four core strategies being implemented by the Department of Health and Human Services to address the ongoing opioid crisis; and WHEREAS Travis County has experienced a significant increase in drug overdoses, exacerbated by the prevalence of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids; and WHEREAS the opioid crisis continues to devastate families and communities, with fentanyl being a leading cause of overdose deaths, killing five Texans daily in the previous year; and WHEREAS the Texas Legislature passed several bills into law in 2023 to combat the fentanyl crisis, including measures to distribute naloxone on college campuses and to increase public awareness of the dangers of fentanyl; and WHEREAS fentanyl test strips, proven to be highly effective in detecting the presence of fentanyl in drugs, are a critical harm reduction tool that can save lives by allowing individuals to test substances before use; and WHEREAS research shows that fentanyl test strips are between 96 percent and 100 percent accurate, providing a cost-efficient method to prevent overdoses; and WHEREAS despite bipartisan support in the Texas House of Representatives, the bill to decriminalize fentanyl test strips did not pass in the Senate, leaving Texas as one of the few states where these lifesaving tools remain illegal; and WHEREAS public health experts, families affected by fentanyl-related tragedies, and medical professionals advocate for the decriminalization and widespread availability of fentanyl test strips to reduce overdose deaths; and WHEREAS other states have successfully implemented the distribution of test strips through community health centers, convenience stores, and vending machines, sometimes for free, demonstrating their feasibility and efficacy in harm reduction efforts; and WHEREAS legal barriers to accessing fentanyl test strips hinder harm reduction organizations from receiving funding and distributing these essential tools to those in need; and WHEREAS the availability of fentanyl test strips allows individuals to make more informed decisions, potentially preventing drug use or modifying usage …
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Recommendation Number 20240624-004: Public Safety at Austin Pride Parade and Pride Events WHEREAS the City of Austin has formally recognized Pride month with an official proclamation “reaffirming the City’s commitment to inclusivity, equity, and allyship”; and WHEREAS Pride month and surrounding celebrations have been prominent to Austin’s culture since its first Pride week in 1982; and WHEREAS members of the LGBTQIA+ community continue to be targets of hate incidents, violent threats, and extremist legislation; and WHEREAS Pride events in Austin have been canceled this year due to bomb and death threats, such as the cancellation of the "Legendary Drag Brunch and Market" due to a bomb threat; and WHEREAS Texas has seen a significant increase in reported anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, with Austin experiencing a rise from 12 incidents in 2019 to 51 in 2023; and WHEREAS these threats limit Austin’s ability to be the most livable city in the country. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Austin’s Human Rights Commission that the Austin City Council calls upon relevant public safety departments to implement additional safety measures for the August 2024 Pride Parade and subsequent events. These measures should include, but not be limited to: ● Adequate street closures for the Austin Pride Parade to eliminate vehicle traffic in the immediate area; ● Deployment of both uniformed and plainclothes officers in surrounding areas; ● Briefing local FBI authorities on recent bomb threats and other hate crimes related to the LGBTQIA+ community to monitor and address any active threats. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Austin City Council utilizes the resources of the We All Belong campaign to increase public awareness of the purpose and significance of Pride and all related events, including the August Pride Parade. Date of Approval: June 24, 2024 Record of the vote: The recommendation was approved on Commissioner Davis’ motion, Commissioner Aslam’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Krueger was absent. Attest: _____________________________________________ Eric Anderson, Staff Liaison, Office of the City Clerk
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY JUNE 24, 2024 The Human Rights Commission convened in a regular meeting on June 24, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Duhon called the Human Rights Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Kolby Duhon, Chair Gabriella Zeidan, Vice Chair Jeffrey Clemmons Morgan Davis Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Meebs Aslam Danielle Bryant Harriet Kirsh Pozen Srini Raghavan Michael Stevenson Alicia Weigel Commissioners Absent: Mariana Krueger PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Human Rights Commission Special Called Meeting on May 20, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of May 20, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Clemmons’ motion, Commissioner Kirsh Pozen’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Davis and Weigel were off the dais. Commissioner Krueger was absent. 1. 1 DISCUSSION ITEM Discussion of the State of Texas' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ban (Senate Bill 17). Discussed. 2. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Approve a recommendation to Council to address the rise in drug overdoses in the City of Austin, promote the legalization of fentanyl testing strips, and promote harm reduction efforts. The motion to approve the recommendation to address the rise in drug overdoses in the City of Austin, promote the legalization of fentanyl testing strips, and promote harm reduction efforts was approved on Commissioner Clemmons’ motion, Vice Chair Zeidan’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Krueger was absent. Approve a recommendation to Council on public safety at Austin Pride Parade and Pride Events. The motion to approve the recommendation on public safety at Austin Pride Parade and Pride Events with the following friendly amendment was approved on Commissioner Davis’ motion, Commissioner Aslam’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Krueger was absent. The friendly amendment from Chair Duhon was to remove the fourth Whereas clause. This was accepted by the maker of the motion, Commissioner Davis. COMMITTEE UPDATES FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 5. Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee on the Commission on Veterans Affairs joining the Joint Inclusion Committee and the City of Austin Poet Laureate Program. Commissioner Davis provided an update. Commissioners Aslam and Clemmons requested a staff briefing on the status of the homeless services audit. Chair Duhon and Commission Davis requested an item to approve and discuss the Human Rights Commission Annual Internal Review and Report. ADJOURNMENT Chair Duhon adjourned the meeting at 6:31 p.m. without objection. 3. 4. …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HIV PLANNING COUNCIL BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, RM. 1203 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the HIV PLANNING COUNCIL may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Click here to join the meeting Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call the Office of Support at (737)-825-1684 or email HIVPlanningCouncil@austintexas.gov. CURRENT HIV PLANNING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Kelle’ Martin, Chair Alicia Alston Liza Bailey Aran Belani Zachery Garay, Conflicted Ashley Garling AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Marquis Goodwin, Conflicted Judith Hassan, Conflicted Rocky Lane, Non-Voting Kristina McRae-Thompson Gin Pham PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up no later than noon on 6/24/2024 will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. Members will declare conflicts of interest with relevant agenda items, service categories, 1. May 20, 2024 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS and/or service standards. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Introductions/Announcements 4. Office of Support Staff Report 5. Administrative Agent Report 6. Part B Report DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Presentation of Fast Track Cities and Ending the HIV Epidemic Updates 8. Discussion and approval of new member applicant 9. Discussion and approval of Townhall Flyer and Agenda 10. Discussion and approval of FAQ Flyer 11. Discussion of Notice of Award for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) 12. Discussion and approval of Policies and Procedures, Memorandum of Understanding 13. Discussion of the Annual Internal Review and Report of the HIV Planning Council (MOU), and Bylaws 14. Open nominations for Secretary COMMITTEE UPDATES 15. Governance/Membership and Care Strategies 16. Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 17. Review of workplan calendar and social calendar ADJOURNMENT Indicative of action items The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before …
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Monday, June 24, 2024 – 5:30 P.M. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1215 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the committee may participate by videoconference Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Raymond Castillo, Chair Roxanne Evans Ben Heimsath AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee’s regular meeting on May 15, 2024 DISCUSSION ITEMS Review schedule for Equity-Based Preservation Plan revisions and adoption Review revised criteria for success Review outreach and engagement activities around the draft plan Review community feedback on the draft plan Identify plan recommendations for further discussion FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call the board liaison at the Historic Preservation Office at (512) 974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446.
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 15, 2024 – 10:00 A.M. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the committee may participate by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: X _ X Raymond Castillo, Chair Roxanne Evans Ben Heimsath DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. April 17, 2024 MOTION: Approve the minutes from April 17, 2024 by Castillo, Heimsath seconding. Vote: 2-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Preview outreach and activities for Block Party (5/18) and Community Open House (5/23) Block Party: • Black Austin Tours will be doing guided tours. • The preservation plan area will have boards for feedback and activity tables • Other activities for kids include chalk, hula hoops, and bubbles Community Open House: • Will be held at the Broken Spoke • Boards for feedback and review tables where people can read the plan. • City social media is promoting both events and doing general outreach through paid ads 3. Review analysis of engagement to date around the draft Equity-Based Preservation Plan • Commissioners reviewed the website dashboard 4. Review upcoming outreach about the draft Equity-Based Preservation Plan (board and commission briefings, tabling at community events) • Technical Advisory Group meeting on Thursday • KUT and KAZI radio interviews will run on Friday morning • AIA Advocacy Roundtable earlier this week • USGBC Texas webinar later today 5. Discuss revising Equity-Based Preservation Plan this summer • Committee will meet jointly with Preservation Plan Working Group over six weeks, mid- June through July • Form smaller Drafting Committee to meet between meetings and hammer out language • Brief HLC on community engagement in July FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Adjourn on a motion by Castillo, Heimsath seconding. Vote: 2-0 The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. …
Special Called Meeting of the Economic Prosperity Commission Monday, June 24, 2024, 12:00pm City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room 1101 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, Texas Some members of the Economic Prosperity Commission may be participating by videoconference. Audio is recorded. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Cesar Garza and Stephanie Calderon at the Economic Development Department: cesar.garza@austintexas.gov and stephanie.calderon@austintexas.gov or 512-974-8055 (Cesar Garza). CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: • Laura Dixon, Mayor (Watson) • Christiana Ponder, District 1 (Harper- Madison) • Vacant, District 2 (Fuentes) • Raquel Valdez Sanchez, District 3 • Michael Nahas, Chair, District 4 (Velasquez) (Vela) • Rodrigo Cantu, District 5 (R. Alter) AGENDA • Vacant, District 6 (Kelly) • Amy Noel, District 7 (Pool) • Luis Osta Lugo, Vice Chair, District 8 • Aaron Gonzales, District 9 (Qadri) • Kelsey Hitchingham, District 10 (A. (Ellis) Alter) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission Regular Meeting on May 15, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discuss and vote on goals for the next year and the creation of working groups to achieve those goals. Each working group will have a temporary project or assignment, a list of members, and an expected deadline for its proposed recommendation. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Cesar Garza at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-8055, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission, please contact Cesar Garza and Stephanie Calderon at the Economic Development Department, at cesar.garza@austintexas.gov and stephanie.calderon@austintexas.gov …
1. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 15, 2024 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a REGULAR CALLED meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd Street, Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Michael Nahas called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. • Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in Person: Luis Osta Lugo (8), Rodrigo Cantu (5), Michael Nahas (4), Aaron Gonzales (9), Raquel Valdez Sanchez (3) • Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Christiana Ponder (1) • Absent: Benjamin Salazar (2), Laura Dixon (Mayor), Amy Noel (7), Kelsey Hitchingham (10) • Vacancy: District 6 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission Regular Meeting on April 17, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of April 17, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Valdez Sanchez’s motion, Vice Chair Osta Lugo’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Salazar, Dixon, Noel and Hitchingham were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Global Business Expansion Division staff, City of Austin Economic Development Department, regarding the guidelines for the City’s Business Expansion Program authorized under Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code. EDD Deputy Director Anthony Segura and Division Manager Sabine Romero introduced Arnie Jacob and Donald Jackson who shared information about the Chapter 380 program update process. 1 Discuss commission’s plan for the next year, 2024-2025, in alignment with the new Chair’s term of office, including: expectations of work by Chair, Vice Chair, and Commissioners; goals and priorities for the commission; and how to fill vacancies and what attributes to seek in new Commissioners. Chair Nahas led wide-ranging discussion on ways to setup the commission to succeed; expectations of each member including: a minimum of 5 hours of business-related work per month per commissioner, taking turns inviting speakers to future meetings, making one Council recommendation per year, and helping recruit for board vacancies. Potential commission goal for the year: rotate through monthly meeting topics such as artificial intelligence, pensions, happiness index, Austin economic report, affordable housing, job creation, City economic programs, and other topics. Discuss monthly meeting logistics: communicating via Microsoft Outlook on the City of Austin network and how commissioners may invite speakers to future meetings. Commissioners were reminded to send business-related communication via their City of Austin email and each commissioner was invited to contact the Chair with a request to add a certain speaker on an upcoming …
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COMMISSION SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 24, 2024 The Economic Prosperity Commission convened in a SPECIAL CALLED meeting on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd Street, Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Michael Nahas called the Economic Prosperity Commission Meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. • Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in Person: Luis Osta Lugo (8), Michael Nahas (4), Rodrigo Cantu (5) • Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Aaron Gonzales (9), Amy Noel (7), Raquel Valdez Sanchez (3), Christina Ponder (1), Kelsey Hitchingham (10) • Absent: Laura Dixon (Mayor) • Vacancy: District 2, District 6 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Tom Hedrick, Member of Early Matters Greater Austin: Affordable Childcare Now coalition efforts. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Economic Prosperity Commission Regular Meeting on May 15, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of May 15, 2024, were approved on Vice Chair Osta Lugo’s motion, Commissioner Valdez Sanchez’ second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Dixon was absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discuss and vote on goals for the next year and the creation of working groups to achieve those goals. Each working group will have a temporary project or assignment, a list of members, and an expected deadline for its proposed recommendation. The motion to approve the goal of focusing on the City of Austin Economic Development Department (EDD), specifically the Global Business Expansion, Redevelopment, and Small Business divisions within EDD, was approved on Vice Chair Osta Lugo’s motion, Commissioner Cantu’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Dixon was absent. 1 The motion to table the creation of working groups until the next meeting was approved on Vice Chair Osta Lugo’s motion, Commissioner Hitchingham’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Dixon was absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • None Chair Nahas adjourned the meeting at 12:59 p.m. without objection. ********** These minutes were approved at the July 17, 2024 meeting on Commissioner Hitchingham’s motion, Vice Chair Osta Lugo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Noel, Dixon, and Ponder were absent. 2
REGULAR MEETING of the DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024, 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Nicole Corona, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Conners Ladner AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Chi Lee Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck The first five speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on May 13, 2024. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion and possible action to approve the Design Commission Annual Internal Review. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 4. 5. Update from the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group regarding the meeting on May 31, 2024. Update from the representative of the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding the meeting on May 22, 2024. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Note: City Code requires two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call or email Nicole Corona at the Planning Department, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through …
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2023 to 6/30/2024 ____________________________________ (Official Name of Board or Commission) The Board/Commission mission statement (per the City Code) is: 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. (Reference all reports, recommendations, letters or resolutions presented to the City Council on mission-specific issues. If some of the elements of the mission statement were not acted on by the board in the past year, the report should explain why no action was taken.) 2. Determine if the board’s actions throughout the year comply with the mission statement. (If any of the board’s actions were outside the scope of the mission statement, the report should explain the non-compliance issues.) 3. List the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. (Make sure the goals and objectives fall within the mission statement of the board/commission.)
1. DESIGN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 The Design Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, May 13, 2024, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco in Austin, Texas. Chair Salinas called the Design Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jon Salinas, Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Conners Ladner Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1 Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on April 22, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 04/22/2024 were approved on Commissioner McKinney’s motion, Commissioner Wallace’s second on a 7-0-1 vote. Commissioner Carroll abstained. Vice Chair Meiners, Commissioner Howard, and Commissioner Lee were absent. 2. 4. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. No action was taken. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 3. Update from the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group regarding the meeting on May 10, 2024. Update was given by Commissioner Carroll. Update from the representative of the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding the meeting on April 24, 2024 and April 30, 2024. Update was given by Chair Salinas. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Update membership of the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group Sponsor: Cosponsor: Chair Salinas adjourned the meeting at 7:06 p.m. without objection. 2
DESIGN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024 The Design Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, June 24, 2024, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco in Austin, Texas. Chair Salinas called the Design Commission meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jon Salinas, Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Brita Wallace Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Josue Meiners, Vice Chair Ben Luckens PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on May 13, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 05/13/2024 were approved on Chair Salinas’ motion, Commissioner Howard’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioners Ladner, Lee, McKinney, Wittstruck were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action to approve the Design Commission Annual Internal Review The motion to approve the Design Commission Annual Internal Review was approved on Chair Salinas’ motion, Commissioner Howard’s second on a 7-0 vote. 1 3. 4. 5. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission in accordance City Code § 2- 1-140. No action was taken. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group regarding the meeting on May 31, 2024. Update was given by Commissioner Carroll. Update from the representative of the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding the meeting on May 22, 2024. Update was given by Chair Salinas. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT Chair Salinas adjourned the meeting at 6:43 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the 08/26/2024 meeting on Commissioner Wallace’s motion, Commissioner Howard’s second on an 8-0 vote. Chair Salinas and Commissioners Carroll and Luckens were absent. 2
PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 To join by Zoom: https://bit.ly/4c6bdrb Meeting ID: 881 9277 6670 Passcode: 197162 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, June 20, 2024 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Pledge of Allegiance Citywide Advisory Board Update Employee of the Quarter CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on May 16, 2024 CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02848: Approval of an Award of Contract for Comprehensive Youth Development Club in the amount of $210,000.00 3. Presentation and Discussion of the Proposed Revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan and PHA Annual Plan 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02850 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) approving resolution of Austin Affordable PFC, Inc. providing for the issuance of its Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Village at Collinwood Apartments) Series 2024A and Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Village at Collinwood Apartments) Series 2024B; approving the form and substance of and authorizing the execution and delivery of documents and instruments necessary to carry out the financing of such multifamily rental residential development; and containing other provisions relating to the subject 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02851 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) approving resolution of Austin Affordable PFC, Inc. providing for the issuance of its Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Eagle’s Landing Family Apartments) Series 2024A and Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Eagle’s Landing Family Apartments) Series 2024B; approving the form and substance of and authorizing the execution and delivery of documents and instruments necessary to carry out …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET TO: GR DISTRICT: 7 CASE: C14-2024-0014 (15328 FM 1825 Road) ADDRESS: 15328 FM 1825 Road ZONING FROM: I-SF-2 SITE AREA: 0.3242 acres PROPERTY OWNER: De Souza Investments LLC (Aline De Souza) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends GR, Community Commercial District, zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 18, 2024 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: C14-2024-0014 2 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The site under consideration is currently developed with an automotive repair use that takes access to FM 1825 Road. The property received an interim (I-SF-2) land use designation upon annexation. The surrounding areas to the north, south and west are zoned GR-CO. There is an automotive washing use (Mister Car Wash) to the north and a surface parking area to the south. To the west there is a retail center, with restaurant uses, retail sales (Ashley Furniture) and an indoor entertainment (Cinemark Tinseltown Movie Theater). Across FM 1825 Road to the east, there is a retail use (Bloomin Across Texas Florist) in the county. In this request, the applicant is seeking a permanent commercial zoning designation for the property. The staff recommends GR, Community Commercial District, zoning for the site under consideration. The property meets the intent of the district as it fronts onto a major arterial roadway, FM 1825 Road. GR zoning will permit uses that will provide services for the residential neighborhood to the east and surrounding community needs. The proposed zoning is compatible with adjacent zoning patterns as there is GR-CO zoning to the north, south and west of the site. GR zoning will bring the existing Automotive Repair use into conformance with use regulations in the Code. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. Community commercial (GR) district is the designation for an office or other commercial use that serves neighborhood and community needs and that generally is accessible from major traffic ways. The property meets the intent of the GR district as it fronts onto an arterial roadway, FM 1825 Road, and will provide services for the surrounding area. 2. The proposed zoning should promote consistency and orderly planning. The proposed zoning is compatible with surrounding zoning and uses as there is GR-CO zoning to the north, south and west and retail uses to the …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET TO: GO-MU DISTRICT: 10 CASE: C14-2024-0068 (We Are Blood) ADDRESS: 4303 Marathon Boulevard ZONING FROM: SF-3 SITE AREA: 0.1492 acres PROPERTY OWNER: We Are Blood (Arlin Hall, CFO) APPLICANT/AGENT: Winstead PC (Micah King) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends GO-MU, General Office-Mixed Use Combining District, zoning. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 18, 2024 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: C14-2024-0068 ISSUES: 2 This lot is located just to the west/outside an ETOD station area (Triangle). CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is developed with a vacant single family residence zoned SF-3. There are single-family residences to the south and west that are also zoned SF-3. The lot to the north is zoned LO and is developed with an office structure. To the east, there is a telecommunication tower, a medical office use and a pet services use zoned CS-V that front onto N. Lamar Boulevard. The applicant is requesting to rezone this site under consideration to GO-MU to utilize this vacant property as parking for the blood donation center to the east. The staff recommends GO-V zoning as the property meets the intent of the General Office base district. This site will provide accessory parking for the adjacent civic use that will serve community and city-wide needs. The proposed ‘MU’ Combining District will allow for the residential component to remain or be redeveloped at this location in the future. There are public transit options in the area as the property is 0.13 miles from a Capital Metro bus route (#803) and bus stop (#4528) on N Lamar Boulevard. This lot is 0.04 miles from Lamar Boulevard Activity Corridor and 0.13 miles from Burnet Road Activity Corridor, as designated by the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. The applicant agrees with the staff’s recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. General Office district is intended for offices and selected commercial uses predominately serving community and city-wide needs. Mixed Use combining district is intended for combination with selected base districts, in order to permit any combination of office, retail, commercial, and residential uses within a single development. 2. Zoning changes should promote compatibility with adjacent and nearby uses. The proposed GO-MU zoning is compatible and consistent with the adjacent office (LO) and commercial (CS-V) zoning to the north and east. The …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET TO: P DISTRICT: 1 CASE: C14-2023-0140 Northeast Service Center ADDRESS: 8301 and 8001 ½ Johnny Morris Rd. ZONING FROM: I-RR SITE AREA: approx. 132.154 acres PROPERTY OWNER: City of Austin AGENT: City of Austin Financial Services (Christopher Mills) CASE MANAGER: Beverly Villela (512-978-0740, Beverly.Villela@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends granting P (Public Use). See the Basis of Recommendation section below. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 18, 2024: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: TBD ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is approximately 132.154 acres, undeveloped, and located on Johnny Morris Rd. The property is currently designated interim-rural-residence (I-RR) and has a city-initiated Resolution No. 20231102-005 to zone the property Public (P) which will allow for the construction of the Northeast Service Center (NESC). The property has a warehouse beverage distribution and manufacturing (ETJ) to the north, single family residential (ETJ, SF-2, and SF-4A) to the south and east, and Southern Walnut Creek Hike and Bike Trail to the west. Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and B (Aerial View). The applicant is requesting to zone the property Public (P) to construct the NESC, which is designed to improve the operations of Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) and the Fleet Mobility Services Department (FMSD). Staff is recommending the public use (P) district zoning as it is intended for land owned or leased by federal, state, county, or city government. C14-2023-0140 Page 2 The applicant is in agreement with the staff recommendation. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The proposed public (P) district is intended for land owned or leased by federal, state, county, or city government. 2. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the goals and objectives of the City Council. Staff is recommending (P) zoning for the subject property as the proposed development will help facilitate the construction of the Northeast Service Center. EXISTING ZONING AND LAND USES: ZONING Site I-RR North ETJ South ETJ; PUD; SF-2 East West ETJ; SF-4A P LAND USES Undeveloped Warehouse Beverage Distribution and Manufacturing Single Family Residential; Undeveloped; Single Family Residential Single Family Residential Outdoor Sports and Recreation NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING AREA: N/A WATERSHED: Decker Creek and Walnut Creek (Suburban) CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR: No SCHOOLS: Austin Independent School District Jordan Elementary School COMMUNITY REGISTRY LIST: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 7 TO: CS-MU-V-CO-DB90 CASE: C14-2024-0076 – Allandale Car Wash Redevelopment DB90 Rezoning ADDRESS: 7320 Burnet Road ZONING FROM: CS-MU-V-CO SITE AREA: 1.4396 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Seamless GCW, GP, Ltd. (Joe Warnock) AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael J. Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Marcelle Boudreaux (512-974-8094, marcelle.boudreaux@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant general commercial services – mixed use - vertical mixed use building – conditional overlay - neighborhood plan (CS-MU-V-CO- DB90) combining district zoning. The Conditional Overlay prohibits the following uses: Adult-oriented businesses, Alternative Financial Services, Bail Bond Services, Construction Sales & Services, Custom Manufacturing, Kennels, Limited Warehouse and Distribution, Maintenance and Service Facilities, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Pawn Shop, Service Station (gas), Theater, Vehicle Storage ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: June 18, 2024: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: July 18, 2024: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: In December 2023, Ordinance No. 20220609-080, Ordinance No. 20221201-056 and Ordinance No. 20221201-055 were invalidated. On March 11, 2024, Ordinance No. 20240229-073, was enacted to create the “DB90” combining district, which amended City Case number C14-2024-0076 Page 2 Code Title 25 (Land Development) to create a new zoning district for a density bonus program that grants 30 feet in height above the base zoning district, to a maximum of 90 feet, and modifies site development regulations including compatibility standards. Subsequently, the applicant submitted this new rezoning application to request the -DB90 combining district. The conditions establishing prohibited uses in the Conditional Overlay for case number C14- 2023-0077 are continued to be recommended in this new rezoning, as requested by the applicant. The Conditional Overlay cannot be modified to include a height restriction, as requested by the applicant. Zoning and Platting Commission Previous Action October 17, 2023: TO GRANT CS-MU-V-CO, WITH ADDITIONAL PROHIBITED USE BY STAFF, ON CONSENT [B. GREENBERG; A. FLORES – 2ND] (10-0) C. ACOSTA – ABSENT October 3, 2023: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY THE NEIGHBORHOOD TO OCTOBER 17, 2023 [A. FLORES; D. FOUTS – 2ND] (10-0) C. ACOSTA – ABSENT September 19, 2023: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY THE STAFF TO OCTOBER 3, 2023 [B. GREENBURG; A. FLORES – 2ND] (8-0) S. BOONE, C. THOMPSON - ABSENT September 5, 2023: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY THE STAFF TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 [L. STERN; D. FOUTS – 2ND] (8-0). A. FLORES, H. SMITH, R. JOHNSON – ABSENT; ONE VACANCY ON THE DAIS. City Council Previous …
SITE PLAN REVIEW SHEET ENVIRONMENTAL INTERPRETATION APPEAL ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION DATE: June 18, 2024 AREA: 5.408 acres CASE: SP-2023-0294C PROJECT NAME: 3 Men Movers APPLICANT: 3 Men Movers AGENT: Hollis Scheffler, Westwood Professional Services ADDRESS OF SITE: 9989 E US 290 Hwy Sv Rd EB DISTRICT: 1 COUNTY: Travis WATERSHED: Gilleland Creek Suburban Watershed JURISDICTION: Full purpose EXISTING ZONING: CS PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is proposing to construct a building for limited warehousing and distribution. DESCRIPTION OF VARIANCES: Variance requests are as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-301 to allow driveway construction on slopes greater than 15%; 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-302 to allow building and parking construction on slopes over 15%; 3. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut up to 12 feet; and 4. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 15 feet. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the variances, having found that the findings of fact have been met. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Ryan Soutter PHONE: 974-1665 Ryan.Soutter@austintexas.gov CASE MANAGER: Christine Barton-Holmes christine.barton-holmes@austintexas.gov PHONE: 974-2788 ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA May 15, 2024 3 MEN MOVERS SP-2023-0294C COMMISSION MEETING DATE: NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: HOLLIS SCHEFFLER – WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LOCATION: 9989 E US 290 Hwy Service Road EB, Austin, TX 78744 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Ryan Soutter, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department, (512) 974-1665, ryan.soutter@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Variance requests are as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-301 to allow driveway construction on slopes greater than 15%; 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-302 to allow building and parking construction on slopes over 15%; 3. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut up to 12 feet; and 4. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 15 feet. Staff recommends these variances, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. • Terrace and vegetate steep slopes. • Provide enlarged parking lot islands (3) that are approximately 17 feet wide for improved tree growth. • Provide enhanced tree mitigation (5 additional trees). STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: 3 Men Movers Ordinance Standard: 25-8-301 Construction of a Roadway of Driveway Variance Request: Driveway construction on slopes greater than 15% A. Land Use Commission variance …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, June 18, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Board and Commissions Room, Room 1101 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Hank Smith – Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg – Vice-Chair (District 6) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) Alejandra Flores – Parliamentarian(District 5) Scott Boone (District 1) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Ryan Puzycki (District 7) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) District 4 -Vacant District 9 -Vacant EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTUES 1. Approval of minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on June 4, 2024. Executive Liaison: Joi Harden, 512-974-1617 Commission Liaison: Nicole Corona, 512-974-3146 Attorney: AJ Urteaga, 512-974-2386 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2024-0014 - 15328 FM 1825 Road; District 7 15328 FM 1825 Road, Harris Branch 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: De Souza Investments LLC (Aline De Souza) Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: I-SF-2 to GR Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2024-0068 - We Are Blood; District 10 4303 Marathon Boulevard, Waller Creek 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: We Are Blood (Arlin Hall, CFO) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Winstead PC (Micah King) SF-3 to GO-MU Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2023-0140 - Northeast Service Center; District 1 8301 & 8001 1/2 Johnny Morris Road, Decker Creek and Walnut Creek 4. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: City of Austin Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Christopher Mills Financial Services (Christopher Mills) I-RR to P Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Planning Department 5. Rezoning: C14-2024-0076 - Allandale Car Wash Redevelopment DB90 Rezoning; District 7 7320 Burnet Road, Shoal Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Seamless GCW, GP, Ltd. (Joe Warnock) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Board and Commissions Room, Room 1101, 301 W. 2nd Street, in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Greenberg called the Zoning and Platting Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Betsy Greenberg Alejandra Flores Lonny Stern Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Scott Boone William D. Floyd Carrie Thompson Ryan Puzycki Commissioners Absent: Hank Smith David Fotus 2 vacancies on the dais. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission meeting on May 21, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 05/21/2024 were approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2023-0154 - Randy Road - Hyman; District 6 11401 Randy Road, Bull Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Eric and Laurie Hyman Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Land Answers, Inc. (Jim Whittliff) DR to SF-1-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of SF-1-CO was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: 11708 Pearce Lane LLC (Caleb Landes) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Jonathan Sosebee) DR to CS Recommended Nancy Estrada, 512-974-7617, nancy.estrada@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2024-0028 - 11708 Pearce Lane LLC; District 2 11708 Pearce Lane, Onion Creek The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of CS was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. 4. Environmental Variance: Location: Owner/Applicant: City of Austin Agent: Request: SP-2022-0531D - Walnut Creek - January Dr Flood Risk Reduction; District 1 11505 1/2 January Dr, Walnut Creek Capital Delivery Services, Claudia Corsetti The applicant is requesting a variance from LDC 25-8-281 to allow construction within a Seep/Spring Complex Critical Environmental Feature buffer for a drainage outfall. Recommended Meg Greenfield, 512-978-4663, meg.greenfield@austintexas.gov DSD Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of a variance from LDC 25-8-281 to allow construction within a Seep/Spring Complex Critical Environmental Feature buffer for a drainage outfall was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, …
