B3: B-Draft Recommendation — original pdf
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B5: Draft 2022 Meeting Schedule — original pdf
FINANCIAL COMMITTEE 2022 MEETING SCHEDULE (2nd Monday of each month, except December, 12:00pm) January 10, 2022 February 14, 2022 March 14, 2022 April 11, 2022 May 9, 2022 June 13, 2022 July 11, 2022 August 8, 2022 September 12, 2022 October 10, 2022 November 14, 2022
2nd Revised Agenda — original pdf
2nd REVISION 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, Austin, TX https://bit.ly/3oeJc9K (512.477.4488) Thursday, November 18, 2021 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Public Hearing (Note: There will be a three-minute time limit) To accept public comment on: Public hearing for the proposed El Prado at Estancia development. CONSENT ITEMS 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on October 21, 2021 2. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02724: Approval of the Board of Commissioners Meeting Schedule for 2022 ACTION ITEMS 3. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02725: Approval of the Low Income Housing (LIH) Department Property Budgets for Calendar Year 2022 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02726: Operating Budget Revision for Fiscal Year April 2021 to March 2022 5. Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Resolution No. 02727: Approval of the adoption of the revised Housing Choice Voucher Program's Payment Standards 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02728 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to the Agave at South Congress Apartments (the “Development”) in Austin, Texas: (i) acquire the site of the Development; (ii) lease the Development site to the owner of the Development; and (iii) such other actions necessary or convenient to carry out this Resolution 7. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02729 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 (El Prado at Estancia Apartments) Series 2021A and Taxable Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (El Prado at Estancia Apartments) Taxable Series 2021B; 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 8. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02730 Renewal of the Boys and Girls Club contract …
2nd Revised Agenda — original pdf
2nd REVISION PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX https://bit.ly/3oeJc9K (512.477.4488) Thursday, November 18, 2021 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on October 21, 2021 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00194 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the acquisition of the Agave at South Congress Apartments (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas to be ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause AAHC’s subsidiary limited liability company, Agave at South Congress Apartments, LLC (the “Owner”) to own the Development; (iii) cause the Owner to enter into acquisition and development financing for the Development; and (iv) cause AAHC and/or the Owner to execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00195 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the development of El Prado at Estancia Apartments, which consists of affordable housing units and associated amenities to be constructed upon land to be ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause AAHC’s wholly owned, subsidiary limited liability company, El Prado at Estancia GP, LLC (the “General Partner”) to execute an amended and restated agreement of limited partnership of El Prado at Estancia Ltd. (the “Partnership”) and other related documents; (iii) cause the Partnership to enter into development financing for the Project; and (iv) cause AAHC and/or the General Partner and/or the Partnership to execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant …
2nd Revised Agenda — original pdf
2nd REVISION PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE PFC, INC. TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX https://bit.ly/3oeJc9K (512.477.4488) Thursday, November 18, 2021 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citizens Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) CONSENT ITEMS 1. 2. ACTION ITEMS Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on September 16, 2021 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00091: Authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (El Prado at Estancia Apartments), Series 2021A and Taxable Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (El Prado at Estancia Apartments) Taxable Series 2021B; Authorizing the execution and delivery of documents and instruments necessary to carry out the financing of such multifamily residential rental development; and containing other provisions relating to the subject. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board may go into Executive Session (close its meeting to the public) Pursuant to: a. 551.071, Texas Gov't Code, consultations with Attorney regarding legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation; or a settlement offer; b. 551.072, Texas Gov't Code, discussion about the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; c. 551.074, Texas Gov't Code, discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. d. 551.087, Texas Gov't Code, discuss certain economic development negotiations. OPEN SESSION If there is an Executive Session, the Board will return to Open Session for discussion, consideration and possible action of matters discussed in Executive Session. REPORTS The Board accepts the following reports: President's Report Other Staff Reports Commissioners' Reports/Questions to the Department Staff ADJOURNMENT "Pursuant to 30.06, Penal Code, (trespass by holder of license with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a concealed handgun." "Pursuant to 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not attend this meeting with a handgun that is carried openly." "En virtud del 30.06, Codigo Penal, (traspaso titular de licencia con una pistola), una persona bajo el subcapitulo H, capitulo 411, codigo …
B2: A-Committee Member DePalma Presentation — original pdf
Park Districts Part I: An Overview A PRESENTATION TO THE CITY OF AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD’S FINANCE COMMITTEE R.DEPALMA 11.17.2021 1 What is the Purpose of this Presentation? Park funding is a challenge nationally but some entities, regardless of size, have figured out other ways to increase funding to meet the recreational needs of their community. This presentation is going to explore one way in which park systems are organized and funded and that is the park district. This presentation does not mean that the Parks Board or the City of Austin is moving down this direction. This is just a first step on a long trail. The Parks Board has and will continue to explore other funding as well. If the Parks Board takes another step, it will just be a step towards a long path that may or may not lead us to a parks district. Recently, I heard someone said that it was much easier to tear down a house rather than grab a hammer and build one. It is my hope that as we discuss new ideas, people bring their questions and their knowledge to help build whatever house our community decides on. Thank you for understanding, Rich DePalma Vice Chair City of Austin Parks and Recreation Board 2 What is a Park District? A Park District is a form of local special-purpose district / political subdivision created for the purpose of providing public parks and recreation in a geographic area. An important criteria for a parks district is that it has the governing body has the ability levy voter-approved property taxes on behalf of the district. Park districts allow greater visibility to tax payers on where the money is being spent since property tax funding goes directly into the parks budget and not part of the City’s General Revenue Fund. Other type of special districts include: Central Health, Austin Transit Partnership 3 Challenge Statement What issue are we trying to solve? 4 The Frustration Not Enough Money to Meet Austin’s Park and Recreation Needs “Why buy new property when it takes so long to develop?” “When is my park going to be improved?” “Why isn’t there a park ranger to address ….?” “When will there be funding for...?” “Why don’t we provide summer camps for more youth?” “We don’t have a park in our area.” We are a growing city and the issue is …
B4: Financial Committee Topics — original pdf
Parks and Recreation Board Financial Committee Potential Items for Consideration April 12, 2021 – Status update November 18, 2021 1. FUNDING AVENUES Tax Related • HOT Tax allocation to historical & tourist parks (referred from Parks and Recreation Board) - Discussed June 2021, October 2021 & November 2021 • Recreation, Arts, & Parks Tax1 - Not discussed 2021 • Ad Valorem Tax Texas Local Government Code Chapter 331 • Public Improvement District, Texas Local Government Code Chapter 3722 • Park Public Improvement District in format described in Local Government Code Chapter 372.021: Special Improvement District Fund - Decided not to explore. • Cemetery maintenance ad valorem tax - Not discussed 2021 - Not discussed 2021 - Not discussed 2021 Fee Related • Park Maintenance Fee3 - Reviewed August 2021 & November 2021 • Park District Fee - Reviewed August 2021 & November 2021 1 Added to existing sales tax. 2 Defined geographic area to jointly plan and put in place a sustainable funding source that can pay for a set of services to improve their area. 3 Creation of a Park Maintenance Free to be imposed and levied upon the responsible party of all developed property within the City of Austin, similar in structure to the Transportation User Fee. • Partnerships (Are partnerships part of Contracts & Concessions?)(referred from • Unrestricted donations directly to PARD (referred from Alternative Funding Working • Convert PARD from General Fund to Enterprise Department Other • Sale of land and endowment - Not reviewed 2021. • Budget Definitions - Not reviewed 2021. Alternative Funding Working Group) Capital improvements Operation and maintenance - Not reviewed 2021. Group) - Not reviewed 2021. Increase fees. - Will be reviewed 2021. • - Not reviewed 2021. • Reorganization of Park Rangers; conservation corps; • Continued discussion of under-resourced needs. - Action taken in 2021-2022 budget review. - Will be reviewed in Budget 2022-2021 • ADA accommodation -Not reviewed 2021. • Costs related to park development (capital projects); costs related to maintenance deferred maintenance presentation • Energy (older facilities opportunity to increase efficiency – energy savings performance • Services for seniors (given projections for senior population are we planning to meet -Not reviewed 2021. contracts) and water costs (reuse). -Not reviewed 2021 needs). -Not reviewed 2021 2. RESEARCH NEEDS • Visitor counts -Not reviewed 2021 • Spending per population; index to population growth. – historical information from …
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ELECTRIC BOARD Wednesday November 17, 2021 @ 10:00 AM PLANNING DEVELOPMENT CENTER 4TH FLOOR- CONFERENCE ROOM-4001 CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Gabriel Flores-Chair (Garza); Delwin Goss (Renteria); Randy Pomikahl (Tovo), David Johnson- V Chair (Madison) Michael King (Paige), Rogelio Wallace (Adler), Nicole Stasek (Kitchen), Ben Brenneman (Alter), Adamson, David (Pool) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Speakers will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns. GENERAL CITIZEN COMMUNICATION 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Minutes from Regular Called Meeting August 18, 2021 2. DISCUSSION AND ACTION- 2022 Board Schedule 3. DISCUSSION a. Discussion- IBC Code Changes in reference to Electrical b. Discussion- Criteria Manual c. Discussion- Meter disconnect location within site language d. Discussion- Inspection Update on 2020 Code e. Discussion- DSD Permit Program f. Discussion- Solar systems for Apartment update g. Discussion- Qualification of Combination Inspector 4. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans 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 Rick Arzola at Development Services Department, Building Inspections, at (512) 974-2417, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
SETF November Agenda — original pdf
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE WEDNSEDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2021 PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 3205 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Members: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Laurel White, Shelley Phillips, Heath Riddles, Mandi Thomas, Dan Carroll, Ingrid Weigand , Frances Thompson Ex Officio Members (City Staff): Brydan Summers, SETF Staff Liaison; Sara Henry, Austin Center for Events Communications; Bill Manno, Special Events Program Manager; Brian Block, DSD Program Manager, Music Office; Mike Jones, Police Sergeant; Elaine Garrett, Code Division Manager; Frances Hargrove, ATD Special Events Manager; Tony Hernandez, DSD Program Manager; Jason Maurer, PARD Sales and Events Manager; Kevin Parker, EMS Commander; Quentin Prior, Fire Battalion Chief; Iby Setzer, ARR Planner Senior; Bryan Walker, DSD Planner II AGENDA CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. STAFF BRIEFINGS Update on ACE reporting capabilities 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Recommendations for Mayor and Council from 2019-2020 Meetings b. Interim Report a. Discussion on Public Safety Sections of the Special Events Ordinance b. Update from Event Organizers Planning Events Under the New Special Events i. Possible Action on Safety Topics NEW BUSINESS 3. Ordinance 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 or email Brydan Summers at the Development Services Department, at (512-974- 4854, Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov) for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Special Events Task Force, please contact Brydan Summers at the Development Services Department, at (512-974-4854, Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov)
SETF October Minutes — original pdf
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE - REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2021 MINUTES The Special Events Task Force convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Co-Chair Russell called the Board Meeting to order at 2:07 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Dan Carroll, Bobby Garza, Shelley Phillips, Ingrid Weigand, and Laurel White Staff in Attendance: Brian Block, Frances Hargrove, Sara Henry, Mike Jones, Steve Jones, Tara Long, William Manno, Iby Setzer, Brydan Summers 1. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS 2. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION 3. STAFF BRIEFINGS There was no public comment offered. A. TASK FORCE OVERVIEW, ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS SETF Staff Liaison Brydan Summers provided an overview of meeting requirements as outlined within the Texas Opening Meetings Act and explained the City’s boards and commissions attendance policy. He also communicated the directive from Council that an interim report be submitted by December 31, 2021 and a final report by November 1, 2022, after which the task force would be dissolved. B. ROBERT’s RULES OF ORDER TRAINING Brydan Summers reviewed Robert’s Rules of Order procedures 4. NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW PROPOSED 2022 TIMELINE AND AGENDA Co-Chair Russell took up the proposed 2022 timeline and agenda item first. Board Member Weigand suggested to move the road closure discussion to April’s meeting to ensure Board Member Carroll could be part of that discussion. There was unanimous consensus to move road closures to the April meeting. 1 Co-Chair Russell also raised concerns about the public’s availability to attend daytime meetings. Board Member Garza suggested some evening meetings, particularly as the task force begins to bring forward recommendations. There was additional conversation about board member availability including a proposal by Board Member White to hold at least one evening meeting after the Spring Festival Season for event stakeholders to be able to speak to their experiences. There was unanimous consensus to approve the proposed third Wednesday of the month meeting schedule with no meetings in December and March, and at least one public meeting in the evening following the 2022 Spring Festival Season. Co-Chair Russell affirmed the task force’s intention to provide a recommendation for aggregated data and that the matter would be added to the November meeting agenda. B. DISCUSS INTERIM REPORT (SUMMARY AND TIMELINE) Co-Chair Russell inquired with staff whether the City of Austin Law Department had provided guidance on the format …
Recommendation Language — original pdf
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2021 RECOMMENDATION LANGUAGE RECOMMENDATION #1 4-20-1 (14) SPECIAL EVENT means an event that (a) Has 100 or more attendees per day 50 or more attendees at any time at a city facility, other than the Austin Convention Center, Long Center, City Hall, or Palmer Events Center; (b) Impacts a city street, sidewalk, alley, walkway, or other city public right-of-way other than as permitted under Chapter 14-6 (Temporary Street Closures); or (c) Is temporary, involves 100 or more attendees per day 50 or more attendees at any time; and (i.) (ii.) Is inconsistent with the permanent use to which the property may legally be used, or the occupancy levels permitted on the property; and Includes one of the following: set up of temporary structures, including, but not limited to, tents, stages, or fences; use of sound equipment in an area described in Section 4-20-43(A); or provision of food or beverages, including alcohol. RECOMMENDATION #2 4-20-21 CATEGORIES OF SPECIAL EVENTS (B) A Tier 2 event is a special event that: attendees per day; or (1) Is an assembly lasting at a city facility that estimates attendance at less than 2,500 (2) is an assembly lasting four days or less, that is held primarily on private property, and that estimates attendances at less than 2,500 attendees per day; or (3) is stationary and impacts up to two blocks of a street sidewalk, or city right of way. RECOMMENDATION #3 4-20-21 CATEGORIES OF SPECIAL EVENTS (B) A Tier 2 event is a special event that: attendees per day; or at one time. (1) Is an assembly lasting at a city facility that estimates attendance at less than 2,500 (2) is an assembly that is held primarily on private property and that estimates attendances at less than 2,500 attendees per day; or at one time. (3) is stationary and impacts up to two blocks of a street sidewalk, or city right of way.
SETF Interim Report Draft — original pdf
M E M O R A N D U M 11/17/2021 Mayor and Council Special Events Task Force Interim Report James Russell, SETF Co‐Chair and Jeff Smith, SETF Co‐Chair TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: The purpose of this memo is to provide Mayor and Council with an interim report on the progress of the Special Event Task Force, as required by Resolution No. 20210902‐049. The Special Events Ordinance instructed for the creation of a Special Event Task Force (SETF) to assess the efficacy of the ordinance, the associated rules, and ACE processes. The task force consists of 11 voting members appointed by Mayor and City Council, as well as City staff that participate in the Austin Center for Events serving as ex officio members. Meetings began in June of 2019 and continued through February 2020, when the COVID‐19 pandemic caused the SETF to take a hiatus. A total of eight meetings took place during that time frame. During those meetings there were no votes taken to move specific recommendations forward to City Council. However, after the re‐authorization of the Task Force in September 2021, members met in October and November and voted to recommend the following three changes for Mayor and Council’s consideration. Recommendations 1) 4‐20‐1 (14) SPECIAL EVENT means an event that (a) Has 100 or more attendees per day 50 or more attendees at any time at a city facility, other than the Austin Convention Center, Long Center, City Hall, or Palmer Events Center; (b) Impacts a city street, sidewalk, alley, walkway, or other city public right‐of‐way other than as permitted under Chapter 14‐6 (Temporary Street Closures); or and (i.) (ii.) (c) Is temporary, involves 100 or more attendees per day 50 or more attendees at any time; Is inconsistent with the permanent use to which the property may legally be used, or the occupancy levels permitted on the property; and Includes one of the following: set up of temporary structures, including, but not limited to, tents, stages, or fences; use of sound equipment in an area described in Section 4‐20‐43(A); or provision of food or beverages, including alcohol. 2) 4‐20‐21 CATEGORIES OF SPECIAL EVENTS (B) A Tier 2 event is a special event that: (1) Is an assembly lasting at a city facility that estimates attendance at less than 2,500 attendees per day; or (2) is an assembly lasting four days or less, that is held primarily on …
Agenda — original pdf
Economic Prosperity Commission November 17, 2021 6:00 pm City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, TX 78752 PDC Room 1405 Event Center CALL TO ORDER AGENDA 1. OPENING REMARKS: Introduction of members and staff liaison Commissioners: : Rachel Green- Mayor’s Appointee, Larry Anazia - District 1; Kirsha Haverlah District 2, Alexis Taylor -District 3, Vacant- District 4, Preston Tom- District 5, Will Townsend- District 6, Amy Noel- District 7, Nathan Ryan- District 8, Vacant- District 9, Kelsey Hitchingham -District 10. Staff: Michelle Clemons, Nydia Castillo CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES from August 2021 Meeting 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Continued Discussion and Action on prior council action regarding City of Austin Relief COVID-19 Programs b. Quarterly Objectives & InterCommission Working Group Objectives i. Participants: Veteran’s Affairs Music, Art, Economic Prosperity Commission c. 2021 Budget Discussion i. 2021 Key Focus Areas d. Discussion and Action on items for Council Meeting on May 6, 2021 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Reports i. Working Group Report ii. Intercommission Working Group Report iii. Joint Sustainability Commission Member Report b. Discussion and Action on Council Agenda items from Oct 14 & Oct 21 Meetings i. Land Use, and Urban Renewal planning developments for the East 11th and 12th Streets Sample Documentation http://www.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=362523 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 Michelle Clemons at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-2713), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Economic Prosperity Commission, please contact Michelle Clemons at (Michelle.Clemons@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2713).
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Regular Meeting of the Environmental Commission November 17, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Environmental Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live COMMISSIONERS: Haris Qureshi (D-1) Rachel Scott (D-2) Pam Thompson (D-3) Vacant (D-4) Jennifer Bristol (D-7) Kevin Ramberg (D-8) Vacant (D-6) Audrey Barrett Bixler (D-5) Linda Guerrero (D-9) Chair _________________________________________________________________________________ Richard Brimer (D-10) Perry Bedford (Mayor) Secretary Agenda CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers should sign up to speak prior to the meeting being called to order; you will receive a three-minute allotment to discuss topics not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the November 3, 2021 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Approve the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Schedule for 2022 b. Hold an emergency election for vacant Environmental Commission officer positions for the May 2021 through April 2022 (10 minutes) 1. 2. 1 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: Stillwater - Double Creek Phase 2, SP-2021-0178C Applicant: Lance Rosenfield, Malone Wheeler Inc Location: 10801 Brezza Lane, Austin, Texas, 78748 Council District: District 5 Staff: Mel Fuechec, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, DSD Watershed: Onion Creek, Suburban Watershed, Desired Development Zone Request: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261 to allow development in the critical water quality zone. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends this variance with conditions. (30 minutes) 4. COMMITTEE REPORTS a. Urban Forestry Committee –Pam Thompson, Richard Brimer, and Linda Guerrero b. Report on the Joint Sustainability Committee – Audrey Barrett Bixler c. Report on the Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan Citizen’s Advisory Committee – Kevin Ramberg d. Report on the Joint Committee of the Environmental Commission and Parks and Recreation Board –Linda Guerrero and Pam Thompson e. Report on the South Central Waterfront Advisory Board – Linda Guerrero 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 before the meeting date. Please call Kaela Champlin at Watershed Protection Department, at (512) 974-3443 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Environmental …
20211117-002a: 2022 Environmental Commission Draft Calendar — original pdf
Sa Su Sa Su 2022 Environmental Commission Calendar February Tu 1 8 15 22 Th 6 13 20 27 Th 3 10 17 24 F 7 14 21 28 W 2 9 16 23 F 4 11 18 25 W 5 12 19 26 Sa Su Sa Su M M January Tu 4 11 18 25 Sa 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 2 9 16 23 30 Sa 1 8 15 22 29 Su 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 3 10 17 24 31 Su 2 9 16 23 30 M 3 10 17 24 31 M 4 11 18 25 M 4 11 18 25 M 3 10 17 24 31 April Tu 5 12 19 26 July Tu 5 12 19 26 October Tu 4 11 18 25 W 6 13 20 27 W 6 13 20 27 W 5 12 19 26 Th 7 14 21 28 Th 7 14 21 28 Th 6 13 20 27 F 1 8 15 22 29 F 1 8 15 22 29 F 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 Sa 7 14 21 28 6 13 20 27 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 Su 1 8 15 22 29 7 14 21 28 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 M 2 9 16 23 30 M 1 8 15 22 29 May Tu 3 10 17 24 31 August Tu 2 9 16 23 30 W 4 11 18 25 W 3 10 17 24 31 November Tu 1 8 15 22 29 W 2 9 16 23 30 M 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 4 11 18 25 3 10 17 24 [42 [42 [42 3 10 17 24 [42 31 6 13 20 27 5 12 19 26 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 Th 5 12 19 26 Th 4 11 18 25 Th 3 10 17 24 F 6 13 20 27 F 5 12 19 26 F 4 11 18 25 March Tu 1 8 15 22 29 June Tu 7 14 21 28 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 W 2 9 16 23 30 W 1 8 15 22 29 7 14 21 28 7 14 21 28 7 14 21 28 M 6 13 20 27 5 12 19 …
20211117-003a: Stillwater Double Creek Phase 2 SP-2021-0178C staff presentation — original pdf
STILLWATER - DOUBLE CREEK PHASE 2 10801 BREZZA LN SP-2021-0178C Mel Fuechec Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department SITE LOCATION Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone PROPERTY DATA • Onion Creek • Suburban • Desired Development Zone • Full Purpose • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • No Critical Environmental Features • Council District 5 EXISTING CONDITIONS The lot is currently undeveloped and is bordered to the North and to the South by multi-family developments. The proposed multi-family development is consistent with the applicable zoning and surrounding properties. North BACKGROUND Austin Fire Department requires two points of ingress/egress. The applicant is proposing one access on Brezza Lane leading South to FM 1626 and another access on the private road leading East to IH 35. Brezza Lane dead ends at the North end of the lot, and there are no other points of access for this property. CRITICAL WATER QUALITY ZONE North VARIANCE REQUEST The request is to vary from Land Development Code 25-8- 261 to allow development in the critical water quality zone for a driveway over the critical water quality zone in order to meet the health and safety requirement of having two points of ingress/egress as set by Austin Fire Department. VARIANCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the variance with the following conditions: 1) Internal, low-traffic pedestrian walkways throughout the site shall be constructed with permeable pavers or porous pavement in accordance with the Environmental Criteria Manual. This will decrease overall impervious cover and increase stormwater infiltration onsite and baseflow in the stream channel. 2) The critical water quality zone shall be crossed with a span bridge design instead of the normal box culvert. This will reduce the bridge’s footprint in the channel and allow for light to penetrate to the natural ground surface and for vegetation to grow thus maintaining a more natural stream channel. QUESTIONS? ADDITIONAL INFO -BRIDGE Example Span Bridge Example Box Culvert ADDITIONAL INFO -TREES 5.56 acres to be dedicated to City of Austin as parkland & 546 inches of native trees are to be planted onsite
20211117-003a: Stillwater Double Creek Phase 2, SP-2021-0178C variance packet — original pdf
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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION MEETING Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. Boards and Commissions Room, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Building and Standards Commission may be participating via videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live SPECIAL CALLED MEETING RETREAT AGENDA Edward Selig Thomas Vocke, Fire Marshall (Ex Officio) Timothy Stostad Elizabeth Mueller Sade Ogunbode Edgar Farerra The Building and Standards Commission (“Commission”) may go into a closed session under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to receive advice from legal counsel or for other reasons permitted by law as specifically listed on this agenda. Further, if necessary, the Commission may go into a closed session as permitted by law regarding any item on this agenda. Building and Standards Commission Members Andrea Freiburger, Chair Pablo Avila, Vice Chair Wordy Thompson John Green CALL TO ORDER WELCOME Presenter: José Roig, Director, Austin Code Department GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE RETREAT Presenter: Robert Moore, Division Manager - CRED, Austin Code Department CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. EXECUTIVE SESSION Discuss legal issues related to the Commission’s authority under state law and the City Code (Private consultation with legal Council – Section 551.071 of the government Code). DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 1. Approval of the 2022 Building and Standards Commission regular meeting schedule Page 1 2. City of Austin Permitting Presenter: Susan Barr, Residential Plans Examiner Manager, Developmental Services Department 3. Commission Jurisdiction, Procedures, Authority, Obiligations and Appeals Presenter: Lauren Khoury, Assistant City Attorney, Law Department 4. BSC Reference Guide Presenter: Marlayna Wright, Supervisor – CRED, Austin Code Department CLOSING REMARKS Presenter: José Roig, Director, Austin Code Department FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans 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 by Monday, November 15, 2021. Please call Melanie Alley at the Austin Code Department, at (512) 974-2679 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Building and Standards Commission, please contact Melanie Alley at (512) 974-2679 or …
Location: City of Austin Permitting & Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Room 1406, Austin, TX 78752 — original pdf
COMMISSION ON VETERAN AFFAIRS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2021, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM City of Austin Permitting & Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Room 1406 Austin, TX 78752 CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Manuel Jimenez (Chair) Sabino Renteria (3) Adrenne Mendoza (Vice) Vanessa Fuentes (2) Alfred Bingham – Natasha Harper-Madison (1) Maria Brown-Spence – Mayro Steve Adler Jose Carrasco – Greg Casar (4) Charles W. Cupp – Mackenzie Kelly (6) CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Elisabeth Collura-Rosenberg – Kathie Tovo (9) Jason Denny – Ann Kitchen (5) Thomas Just – Paige Ellis (8) Kevin Lenau – Allison Alter (10) Pete Salazar – Leslie Pool (7) Speakers who register will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1) APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the minutes from the Commission on Veterans Affairs regular meeting on September 15, 2021. 2) OLD BUSINESS a) Discussion and possible action on the process for the City of Austin to formally identify veterans in encampments. (Sponsors: Pete Salazar, Manuel Jimenez) b) Discussion and possible action regarding AVAFest by Glenn Towery. (Sponsors: Pete Salazar, Manuel Jimenez, Elisabeth Collura-Rosenberg) 3) NEW BUSINESS a) Discussion and possible action on the recommendation to create an Office of Veterans Affairs. (Manuel Jimenez, Pete Salazar) 4) STAFF UPDATES None FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans 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 Jonathan Babiak, Office of Civil Rights, at 512-974-3203 or jonathan.babiak@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Veterans Commission, please contact Jonathan Babiak at 512-974- 3203 or visit http://www.austintexas.gov/content/commission-veterans-affairs-1