Home Blown, LLC Dominic Longi, Manager 1004 W. 43rd Street Austin, TX 78756 Commissioners and Council Members c/o Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Planning Department The City of Austin Re: Letter of Support for the Rezoning of 4303 Marathon Blvd. (the “Property”) to GO-MU-CO; Case No. C14-2024-0068 Dear Commissioners and Council Members: I own property at 1004 W. 43rd Street, which is immediately adjacent to the south side of the Property. I am writing to express my support for rezoning the Property to GO-MU-CO with the following conditions: 1. Prohibit access via Marathon Blvd.; 2. Require a minimum 10-foot compatibility buffer on the west side of the Property; and 3. Match the LO permitted and conditional uses, except: (a) off-site accessory parking would be permitted; and (b) residential treatment would be prohibited. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Dino Longi John Rigdon 4302 Marathon Blvd., Unit 1 Austin, TX 78756 Commissioners and Council Members c/o Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Planning Department The City of Austin Re: Letter of Support for the Rezoning of 4303 Marathon Blvd. (the “Property”) to GO-MU-CO; Case No. C14-2024-0068 Dear Commissioners and Council Members: I own and reside in the front house at 4302 Marathon Blvd., which is directly across the street to the west of the Property. I am writing to express my support for rezoning the Property to GO-MU- CO with the following conditions: 1. Prohibit access via Marathon Blvd.; 2. Require a minimum 10-foot compatibility buffer on the west side of the Property; and 3. Match the LO permitted and conditional uses, except: (a) off-site accessory parking would be permitted; and (b) residential treatment would be prohibited. In addition to these conditions, We Are Blood has committed to ongoing coordination with interested neighbors as it relates to the design of the compatibility buffer and parking lot. This is an important step to ensure continuity with the surrounding neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, John Rigdon
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: joer_tex@icloud.com Boudreaux, Marcelle Michael Whellan; Nathalie Frensley C14-2024-0076 Conditional Overlay Prohibited Uses Sunday, June 16, 2024 4:33:25 PM [You don't often get email from joer_tex@icloud.com. Learn why this is important at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] External Email - Exercise Caution Marcelle, the Allandale Neighborhood Zoning Committee requests that some prohibited use be included in a Conditional Overlay for this item. These are from a list agreed by the applicant last October: - Kennel - Bail Bond Services - Adult-oriented Businesses - Outdoor Entertainment - Outdoor Sports & Recreation - Service Station (gas) - Custom Manufacturing - Maintenance & Service Facility Thank you for your consideration. Joseph Reynolds 2611 West 49th St Austin, Texas 78731 joer_tex@icloud.com 512-454-8880(h) 512-297-4841(c) CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240515-003 Date: May 15, 2024 Subject: 3 Men Movers Variances, SP-2023-0294C Motion by: Perry Bedford WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting: Second by: Haris Qureshi 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-301 to allow driveway construction on slopes greater than 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-302 to allow building and parking construction on slopes 15%; over 15%; 3. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut up to 12 feet 4. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 15 feet. AND WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification; and THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: 1. Terrace and vegetate steep slopes. 2. Provide enlarged parking lot islands (3) that are approximately 17 feet wide for improved tree growth. 3. Provide enhanced tree mitigation (5 additional trees). Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Plant native plants and trees that are consistent with Blackland prairie species throughout the property, not just on terraces and slopes. 2. Retain as many existing native species trees as possible. 3. Have a tree maintenance plan to ensure that planted trees and vegetation can become established (minimum 5 year plan.) 4. Research the feasibility of adding solar power to the property where possible/practical. Vote: 8-0 For: Perry Bedford, Hanna Cofer, Peter Einhorn, Mariana Krueger, Colin Nickells, Haris Qureshi, Melinda Schiera, David Sullivan 1 of 2 Against: None Abstain: Richard Brimer Absent: Jennifer Bristol Attest: Perry Bedford, Environmental Commission Chair 2 of 2
Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 06/07/2024 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 74 105 7 7 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification 18 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 145 Project Pipeline Notes: 2. Pipeline Definitions Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 06/07/2024 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$72k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment (s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimated kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Installation Lincoln Oaks 263.3 766,330 $257,806 11700 Metric Blvd 1266038, 1279735, 1292608, 1292617 Measures Planned Phase 1 (Complete): Water Saving Devices, Phase 2 (In Progress): LED Lighting, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats Total # of Units 296 Installation 1277574 Buckingham Place Duplexes 743 YARSA BLVD Installation 1301882 West Koenig Flats 5608 Avenue F 34.2 159,495 $74,700 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 166 39.0 185,377 $109,200 HVAC Tune-up, Smart Thermostats 210 Installation 1299361 79.6 286,993 $151,432 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting 292 Installation 1303113 53.5 256,991 $124,640 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 304 Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Installation 1301185 Elan East 59.0 327,616 $121,687 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, Water Saving Devices, ECAD Multifamily Installation 1300529 34.1 143,396 $100,399 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, Attic Insulation Multifamily Installation 1301881 71.8 336,393 $205,412 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 356 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION June 18, 2024 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To register contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA GeNell Gary Shane Johnson Dino Sasaridis Chelsey Scaffidi Members: Louis Stone, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Charlotte Davis Trey Farmer CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 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 Alison Silverstein Vacant Vacant 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval of the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in the 5-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8. 3. Recommend approving amendments to the Resource Management Commission bylaws to include advising on all matters related to natural gas companies that serve customers within the City of Austin, including franchise agreements, rates, and conservation programs. STAFF BRIEFINGS 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . 4. Staff briefing regarding the Single Family Residential Landscape Transformation Activities by Kevin Critendon, Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning and Development Services and Christopher Charles, Water Conservation Coordinator. 5. Discussion regarding a review of Austin Energy solar & battery deployment policies, with improvements identified. Part 2: …
Memorandum To: Boards and Commissions From: Shay Ralls Roalson, Director, Austin Water Date: March 30, 2024 Subject: Board and Commission and Citizen Review of new Growth-related Capital Improvement Projects in Drinking Water Protection Zone The Austin City Council approved an amendment to Austin Water’s (AW) Financial Policy No. 8 to provide for enhanced Board and Commission and citizen reviews of AW’s new growth-related capital improvement projects (CIP) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ). The previous ordinance (No. 20130117-017) took effect on January 28, 2013 and on August 11, 2021 ordinance (No. 20210811-001) amended the DWPZ financial policy. AW is presenting the new growth-related projects to Boards and Commissions as set forth in the ordinance. The revised Financial Policy No. 8 reads as follows: Capital improvement projects for new water and wastewater treatment plants, capital expansions, and growth-related projects that are located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) will be identified and submitted, as part of the annual budget process, to the following Boards and Commissions: Water and Wastewater Commission, Resource Management Commission, and the Environmental Board. These Boards and Commissions will review growth-related DWPZ capital projects spending plans, obtain Board and Commission and citizen input, review consistency with Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, review effect on growth within the DWPZ, and make recommendations on project approval for inclusion in Austin Water's five-year capital spending plan. This summer, AW representatives will be distributing a brief report to the Commissions on the CIP projects located in the DWPZ related to the financial policy. Attachments: CIP Subprojects Summary CIP Subprojects Supplemental Information and Map 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. Austin Water Infrastructure Management Financial Policy No. 8 Drinking Water Protection Zone Projects Summary FY25-29 CIP Plan Development Each year, as part of the City of Austin Budget approval process, Austin Water submits a plan for the capital improvements program (CIP) spending for the upcoming five-year period. Austin Water’s FY25-29 CIP Plan includes projects located across the Austin metropolitan area, including the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ). In compliance with Austin Water’s Financial Policy No. 8, the capital improvement projects for new water and wastewater treatment plants, capital expansions, and growth related projects that are located in the DWPZ are presented below for consideration by City of Austin Boards and Commissions. …
Proposed Resource Management Commission Bylaw Changes BYLAWS OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose of the commission is to: (A) Maintain an overview of all programs, studies and proposals concerning the efficient use of energy, alternate energy technologies, renewable energy resources, including solar and wind, and the conservation of energy, excluding the use of conventional coal, nuclear, natural gas, or petroleum technologies. (B) Serve as a liaison with other city commissions and commissions, including the Electric Utility Commission. (C) Receive public input on alternate energy technologies, renewable energy sources, and on energy conservation. (D) Review and analyze: (1) energy conservation technologies and renewable energy sources as to their short-term and long-term feasibility in the city; (2) energy conservation policies, alternate energy technologies, and renewable energy projects in other cities and states; (3) water conservation policies, alternate technologies, and water conservation projects in other cities and states; and (4) the City Code to identify potential amendments that encourage the use of alternate energy technologies and renewable energy sources, and the conservation of energy. (5) issues concerning natural gas utilities in Austin, including fair and equitable rates and bills, energy efficiency and renewable energy programs, environmental issues related to utility system operation, assistance to low-income customers, progress on the City of Austin’s Climate Equity Plan, and franchise negotiations. (E) Advise the city council: (1) in the developing and reviewing city plans and programs in the area of alternate energy technologies, renewable energy sources, and energy conservation. (2) as to available funding from private and public sources which are available to the city for alternate energy technologies and renewable energy, and for the conservation of energy; (3) on energy conservation, on alternate energy technologies, and on renewable energy sources and report to city council on the status of its activities at least annually; (4) in developing and reviewing city plans and programs that encourage water conservation as it relates to water consumption from the tap to customer and within structures or building; and (5) regarding appropriate City Code amendments that encourage the use of alternate energy technologies and renewable energy sources, and the conservation of energy; (6) natural gas utility matters, including: fair and equitable rates and bills that minimize consumer costs, cost-effective energy efficiency programs; cost-effective renewable energy programs; research and development of new technologies for energy efficiency and renewable energy; programs that reduce the burden on …
Landscape Transformation Activities Resource Management Commission | June 18, 2024 Kevin Critendon P.E., Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning & Development Ser vices Christopher Charles, Water Conser vation Coordinator Why New Water Conservation Measures? Lakes are 50% full Highland Lakes inflow • 2022 - record low • 2023 – 4th lowest El Niño will shift to La Niña Drought Stage 2 restrictions Per-person use has declined but plateaued 2 Landscape Transformation Strategy From traditional landscaping to plants with reduced water needs New single-family residential Potential limits on turf and irrigation Savings goal of 2,490 AF (811 MG) by 2040 3 Public Engagement & Input Public and stakeholder meetings • February, May, June, & November 2022 • August 2023 Smaller stakeholder group meetings Speak Up Austin! page • 2 surveys (256 and 303 responses) • Majority of local responses favored regulating landscape transformation 4 Internal City Stakeholders Watershed Protection Department (WPD) Development Services Department (DSD) Austin Energy (AE) – Green Building Office of Sustainability Equity Office Planning and Housing Department Wildlife Austin (PARD) Austin Fire Department – (Wildland-Urban Interface) 5 Stakeholder Meetings Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBA) • Concern about project delays Central Texas Professional Irrigation Association - • Supported increased enforcement • Supported high-efficiency irrigation system components Association of Professional Landscape Architects (CTPIA) (ASLA) Texas Nursery and Landscape Assoc. 6 (TNLA – Region 8) Additional Meetings Other utilities in Texas • New Braunfels • City of Frisco • Model homes with 50% turf reduction • Post-installation inspections (within 1-2 days) • Irrigation check-up • Georgetown • Residential landscape ordinance 7 Steps to Transform Landscapes Build with savings Set customers up for success Encourage alternative water 8 Build with Savings Enhanced Soil Inspections • A minimum of 6 inches of topsoil • Topsoil mix composed of 20% compost • Estimated Water Savings: 10% reduction 9 Required residential plant list • Apply commercial plant requirements to residential • Grow Green Plant Guide as a model Build with Savings Limit irrigation area • Up to 50% of landscape area; front yard or back • Estimated Water Savings: 35% annually per home 10 Set Customers Up for Success Est. Water Savings Potential Cost 22% savings $543 plus labor 10% savings Austin Water inspection 5% savings Austin …
A review of Austin Energy solar & battery deployment policies, with improvements identified Part 2: The AE solar rebate and Inspection D. SASARIDIS 18 JUNE 2024 AE Solar Rebate Australia enjoys fully installed solar, on homes, at 1/3 the cost of the USA. Why? Deployment “friction”, reverse incentives, & regional rule variation High Costs Complicated installations Low volume, high profit business model, targeting rich customers Inadequate competition among installers AE Solar Rebate - $2500 Fixed (single family), $ 0.60 / W (multi family) Source: https://austinenergy.com/-/media/project/websites/austinenergy/green-power/res-solar-pv-guidelines.pdf RequirementsProblem with RequirementCustomers must pass and take a quiz about solarUseless friction. Customers don't need to memorize / deeply understand solar, they need a few key pieces of information available for reference.Systems must be 3 kW or larger for single family home residentialNo issue with this, for a fixed rebate.Total solar resource fraction (TSRF) must be 75% for entire system. TSRF = how much sun the panels get, all things considered (shade, angle).Key problem - a 10 kW system with 74% TSRF would receive no rebate, and this has more value than a 3 kW system at 75% TSRF.Customer forfeits renewable energy credits generated by systemThis takes advantage of customers ignorance - no reason that a small rebate should entitle AE to all future value generated by REC's.Systems over 110% of historical usage need an exceptionCounterproductive . Having a larger than historical system might mean simply planning for an EV or heat pump, and building your solar to support that.Roof penetrations must be flashed, or a pre-approved typeUseless friction. AE is not a test lab and is not qualified to require this- there are UL standards all solar panel mounting systems.Must be approved by AEIdentify subcontractors to AEBe able to provide a shade reportMarginally useful, but still friction.Provide 10-year warrantyHaving 10-year warranty provides customers with false sense of security and requires contractors to hold those costs on their books. Massive barrier to competition! Contractors can compete on warranty as well as price, for customers. ContractorSystemContractor friction decreases competition among contractors. AE Solar Rebate – an alternative strategy Solution Rewrite solar rebate rules, eliminating all non-value add rules, particularly: • Remove the requirement to take a quiz. Instead, provide customers with up-to-date quick reference guide for useful facts ($/W, system types, tradeoffs), and detailed example quotes. • Change the requirements for whole system at 75% TSRF to minimum 3 kW at 75% TSRF. • Give REC …
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 The Resource Management Commission convened in a Regular Called meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723. Chair Louis Stone called the Resource Management Commission meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. in Attendance: Commissioner Louis Stone, Chair; Board Members/Commissioners Commissioner Paul Robbins, Vice Chair; Commissioner Charlotte Davis; Commissioner Trey Farmer; Commissioner GeNell Gary; Commissioner Dino Sasaridis; Commissioner Alison Silverstein. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL • Al Braden- Spoke in favor of Item #3. • Dan O’Brien- Streetlighting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. The motion approving the minutes of the Resource Management Commission meeting of May 21, 2024 was approved on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Vice Chair Robbins second on a 6-0-1 vote with Commissioner Gary abstaining, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval of the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in the 5-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8. The motion to approve a recommendation approving the Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone was approved on Commissioner Silverstein’s motion, Commissioner Farmer’s second on a 6-0-1 vote with Commissioner Gary abstaining, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 18, 2024 3. Recommend approving amendments to the Resource Management Commission bylaws to include advising on all matters related to natural gas companies that serve customers within the City of Austin, including franchise agreements, rates, and conservation programs. The motion to approve a recommendation approving amendments to the Resource Management Commission bylaws to include advising on all matters related to natural gas companies was approved on Vice Chair Robbins motion, Commissioner Silverstein’s second on a 6-1 vote with Commissioner Gary voting against, Commissioners Johnson and Scaffidi absent, and two vacancies. STAFF BRIEFINGS DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Staff briefing regarding the Single Family Residential Landscape Transformation Activities by Kevin Critendon, Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning and Development Services and Christopher Charles, Water Conservation Coordinator. The briefing was presented by Kevin Critendon, Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning and Development Services and Christopher Charles, Water Conservation Coordinator. 5. Discussion regarding …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE SPECIAL-CALLED MEETING Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 – 4:00 PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1406 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee 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, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch JuanRaymon Rubio Harmony Grogan SPECIAL-CALLED AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. CALL TO ORDER DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 611 E 6th Street – Sixth Street National Register Historic District New construction. 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 Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sam Fahnestock, Planner II, at 512-974-3393; Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Officer, at 512-974-2727. ,£, First Floor City of Austin Permitting and Development Center () OD Coffee Shop South Elevator;; ' . Event Center Trahng Courtyard Employee Entrance lNo,-k:,t;;.tio,os 110-8.01 · 1108.16 Dr.;wing not toswle, repr...sentatioo purposes only. Elevators Employee Break Room Restrnoms Parking Garage l 6.25.20
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE SPECIAL-CALLED MEETING Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 – 4:00 PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1406 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee 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, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch JuanRaymon Rubio Harmony Grogan SPECIAL-CALLED AGENDA ADDENDUM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. CALL TO ORDER DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 1205 W 10th Street – West Line National Register Historic District Replace windows/doors, replace stone veneer, repaint. 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 Historic Preservation Office at 512-974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Historic Landmark Commission, please contact Sam Fahnestock, Planner II, at 512-974-3393; Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Officer, at 512-974-2727. ,£, First Floor City of Austin Permitting and Development Center () OD Coffee Shop South Elevator;; ' . Event Center Trahng Courtyard Employee Entrance lNo,-k:,t;;.tio,os 110-8.01 · 1108.16 Dr.;wing not toswle, repr...sentatioo purposes only. Elevators Employee Break Room Restrnoms Parking Garage l 6.25.20
OWNER INFORMATION INDEX OF DRAWINGS G1.0 G1.1 G3.0 D1.0 A0.0 A1.0 A2.0 A2.1 COVER SHEET PROJECT INFORMATION AND GENERAL NOTES SCHEDULES DEMOLITION PLANS SITE PLAN FLOOR PLANS EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS Rymer Residence 1205 W. 10th St. Austin, TX 78703 ARCHITECT: Norma Yancey, AIA SIDETRACKED STUDIO, PLLC 6521 Burnet Ln. Ste. 105 Austin, Texas 78703 phone: 870.219.6942 norma@sidetracked-studio.com Andrew Rymer 1205 W.10th St. Austin, TX 78703 LEGAL DESCRIPTION 41.86 X 99.33 FT AV OLT 4 DIVISION Z ZONING INFORMATION SF-3-NP SQUARE FOOTAGE INTERIOR REMODEL MAIN LEVEL: LOWER LEVEL: TOTAL IMPROVEMENTS: 1114 SF 977 SF 2091 SF Sidetracked Studio 6521 Burnet Ln. Ste.105 Austin, Texas 78757 870 219 6942 06.07.24 FIELD INSPECTION REQUIRED Prior to performing any bidding, new construction, and/or repairs, general contractor shall visit the site, inspect all existing conditions, and report any discrepancies to the architect. e c n e d s e R i r e m y R . t S h t 0 1 . W 5 0 2 1 3 0 7 8 7 X T , n i t s u A DATE ISSUED FOR 06.07.24 FOR PERMIT PROJECT NUMBER: 0000 COVER SHEET G1.0 GENERAL NOTES 1. THESE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS CONSIST OF ALL DOCUMENTS LISTED ON SHEET G1.0 AND THE INFORMATION ENCLOSED WITHIN. 13. CONTRACTOR TO COORDINATE STAGING AREA LOCATION AND ACCESS ROUTE WITH OWNER IN PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING. 2. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROTECTING ALL COMPLETED WORK. CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE AND/OR RESTORE ALL MATERIALS STORED OR INSTALLED ON THE SITE SUBJECT TO DAMAGE OR THEFT. 3. CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSTRUCTING THE PROJECT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF ADOPTED CODES, LOCAL AMENDMENTS/RULES, AND STATE REGULATIONS. 4. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND CORRELATE ALL DIMENSIONS ON THE JOB SITE. USE DIMENSIONS INDICATED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. 5. ALL PROPOSALS SHALL TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION ALL SITE CONDITIONS AFFECTING WORK UNDER THIS CONTRACT. 6. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE DRAWINGS, OR ACTUAL JOB CONDITIONS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE EXECUTION OF THE WORK AS INTENDED. 7. CONTRACTOR SHALL SUPPLY ALL NECESSARY LABOR AND MATERIAL NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE WORK DESCRIBED HEREWITHIN. 8. PROVIDE FIRST AID AND FIRE PROTECTION AS REQUIRED BY OSHA. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 10 AND LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS. 9. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, AND ELECTRICAL DIVISIONS WITH OTHER TRADES AFFECTING OR AFFECTED BY SAME. 10. ANY NECESSARY FIRE ALARM SYSTEM WORK SHALL BE …
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee June 18, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Greg Anderson Awais Azhar Betsy Greenberg Felicity Maxwell Lonny Stern CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers signed up prior to commencement of the meeting will be allowed to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions. Discussion and possible action to amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements, and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. City Staff: Paul Books, Planning Department, (512) 974-3173, Paul.Books@austintexas.gov. 3. Officer Elections. Discussion and action to elect Chair and Vice Chair. DISCUSSION ITEMS 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 Jordan Feldman at 512-974-7228 or Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov, for additional information; the City receives and accepts Video Relay Service (VRS) calls from people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing. For more information on the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee, please contact Jordan Feldman at 512-974-7228 or Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov 2
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee April 1, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE Jordan Feldman Erica Leak Paul Books Chad Sharrard Matt Hollon Liz Johnston Brent Lloyd Lyndi Garwood MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Greg Anderson Awais Azhar Betsy Greenberg Lonny Stern MEMBERS ABSENT Felicity Maxwell CALL TO ORDER Call to Order by Vice Chair Flores at 6:00 pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the March 20, 2024, meeting minutes. On a motion by Chair Hempel seconded by Commissioner Azhar, the minutes from the March 20, 2024, meeting were approved unanimously (6-0) with Commissioner Maxwell absent. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2022-003 South Central Waterfront Combining District and Density Bonus Program. Discussion and possible action to recommend amendments to City Code Title 25 to create a new zoning district and modify related site development regulations and compatibility standards; and create a new zoning district for density bonus that includes granting additional floor-to-area ratio in exchange for providing community benefits; and to establish boundaries for the new zoning districts located in the vicinity commonly known as the South Central Waterfront. City Staff: Erica Leak, Planning Department, (512) 974-9375, Erica.Leak@austintexas.gov. Erica Leak presented. Chair Hempel moved to forward the staff recommendation to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Azhar seconded. Commissioner Azhar moved to consider an amendment to expand affordable housing spending area to Ben E. White next to transit. Commissioner Anderson seconded. The amendment passed unanimously with Commissioner Maxwell absent. Commissioner Azhar moved to consider an amendment to expand Subdistrict 5 between S. First and S. Congress Avenue to the southern edge along Bouldin Creek. Commissioner Anderson seconded. The Amendment passed on a 5-1 vote with Commissioner Greenberg against and Commissioner Maxwell absent. Commissioner Greenberg moved to consider …
C20-2024-011: DB90 Revisions Paul Books, Senior Planner Joi Harden, AICP, Zoning Officer Background 2023 2024 2022 City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20220609-080, creating a second tier of the VMU program, referred to as VMU2, which allowed for increased height in exchange for increased community benefits. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20221201-055, creating an incentive program that allows residential uses in commercial zoning districts, referred to as Residential in Commercial, which allowed for the construction of residential uses in exchange for increased community benefits. Ordinance No. 20220609-080, Ordinance No. 20221201-055, and Ordinance No. 20221201-056 were invalidated. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20240229-073, which created the Density Bonus 90 (DB-90) combining district and density bonus program with requirements and incentives mirroring VMU 2 provisions. 2 DB90 Requirements and Incentives Affordability – Rental: – 10% of units set-aside affordable to 50% Median Family Income (MFI); OR – 12% of units set-aside affordable to 60% MFI – Ownership: – 12% of units set-aside affordable to 80% MFI i. Requirements for ownership units may be satisfied by a fee in-lieu of on-site units Mix of Uses – Requirements for pedestrian-oriented commercial uses – Floors beyond the second must be residential Site Development Standards – Exemptions from standards include the following: – Minimum site area requirements – Maximum floor area ratio – Maximum building coverage – Minimum street side yard setback and interior yard setback – Minimum front yard setback – Article 10 Compatibility Standards Subchapter C Height – 30 ft in additional height from the base zone up to a maximum of 90 ft 3 DB90 Process Owners of eligible properties must request a rezoning to add DB90 – Requires a Commission recommendation and Council action – Notice of the rezoning will be provided pursuant to 25-1-132, which includes utility account holders and property owners located within 500 feet of the subject property – Property owners within 200 feet can protest the rezoning Eligible Districts: • Commercial Liquor Sales (CS-1) • General Commercial Services (CS) • Community Commercial (GR) • Neighborhood Commercial (LR) • General Office (GO) • Limited Office (LO) 4 DB90 Combining District Example Zoning String: CS-MU-DB90-CO-NP Base Zoning Districts Base Zones Description Base Max Height Max Height with Bonus Impervious Cover CS (CS-1) Commercial Services GR LO LR GO Community Commercial Limited Office Neighborhood Commercial General Office 60ft 60ft 40ft 40ft 60ft 90ft 90ft 70ft 70ft …
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET Amendment: C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions Amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements, and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. Description: Background: In 2021, amendments to the City’s Vertical Mixed Use (VMU) Overlay, including the creation of a second-tier bonus program known as VMU2, were initiated through City Council Resolution No. 20211118-052. The resolution directed staff to process code amendments to allow for an additional 30’ in height beyond the base zone standards for developments participating in the new tier of the density bonus program and proposed affordability requirements for such developments. In June of 2022, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20220609-080, implementing the code amendments initiated through the 2021 Council resolution. However, in December 2023, Ordinance No. 20220609-080, Ordinance No. 20221201-056, and Ordinance No. 20221201-055 were invalidated. In February 2024, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20240229-073, which created the Density Bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. This new district is similar to the provisions in VMU2 and is available citywide through the rezoning process. Summary of Proposed Code Amendment: The proposed amendment to §25-2-652 would do the following: - Amend the commercial ground floor requirement to match VMU standards, requiring 75% of the ground floor along the principal street to be designed for commercial use - Add the allowed commercial uses from VMU for office base zoning districts - Align compatibility screening requirements with amendments to citywide policy made by Council at through Ordinance 20240516-004 - Clarify that §25-2-652(B) only allows less restrictive site development standards to be overridden, not all standards Proposed Text Amendment(s): Available prior to the Planning Commission public hearing. Staff Recommendation: Recommended Staff supports the proposed amendments, which aim to increase participation in the density bonus program and align its regulations with citywide standards. The modification to commercial ground floor requirements will ensure that developments under the DB90 program resemble existing VMU developments, enabling staff to review these applications consistently, and facilitating a streamlined approval process. Further, an analysis of recent VMU developments revealed that the program's requirements result in only 8% to 15% of the ground floor square footage being allocated to commercial use, which is significantly below the 75% requirement under DB90. Allowing for additional commercial uses within office base zoning districts will enable true mixed-use developments that provide a variety of goods and services within a …
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee APPROVED MINUTES June 18, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Betsy Greenberg Felicity Maxwell Lonny Stern COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT Greg Anderson Awais Azhar CALL TO ORDER Call to Order by Chair Hempel at 12:04pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes. On a motion by Commissioner Greenberg seconded by Vice Chair Flores, the minutes 1 from the April 1, 2024, meeting were approved unanimously (5-0) with Commissioner Anderson and Azhar absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions. Discussion and possible action to Amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. City Staff: Paul Books, Planning Department, (512) 974-3173, Paul.Books@austintexas.gov. Paul Books presented. Commissioner Flores moved to forward the staff recommendation to the Planning Commission seconded by Commissioner Maxwell, and the amendment passed on 4-0-1 vote with Commissioner Greenberg abstaining and Commissioners Azhar and Anderson absent. 3. Officer Elections. Discussion and action to elect Chair and Vice Chair. On Commissioner Greenberg’s motion, Commissioner Flores was unanimously approved as Chair. On Commissioner Greenberg’s motion, Commissioner Hempel was unanimously approved as Vice Chair. DISCUSSION ITEMS No discussion items. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Hempel suggested a possible future briefing on uses and how they relate to the upcoming comprehensive plan. Notes from the discussion: Commissioner Stern proposed to discuss the possible implementation of uses such as counseling, guidance, medical office, personal improvement, pet services, and the like in commercial zoning district, since certain areas of the City particularly east of IH 35 lack these services. Commissioner Maxwell noted a possible need to update the use table. Chair …
REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION JUNE 18, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory 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 Eric Anderson at (512) 974-2562 or eric.anderson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hanna Huang, Chair Sarah Chen Satyajeet Dodia Pierre Nguyen Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan Seonhye “Sonny” Sin Kuo Yang CALL TO ORDER Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Sarah Xiyi Chen Hailey Easley Sabrina Sha Nayer Sikder Luan Tran AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability on the City of Austin Food Plan. Presentation by the City Communications & Public Information Office on the We All Belong Anti-Hate Education and Outreach Initiative. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission’s July and August meeting dates and potential cancellation of a meeting. Discussion of holding an in-person future Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission 2023 Annual Report and Internal Review, including the Commission’s goals and objectives for the next year. Discussion of new City Manager T.C. Broadnax meeting with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community leaders. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. Approve changes to the membership of the Food Security working group. Approve changes to the membership of the Asian American Resource Center working group. Approve changes to the membership of the Budget working group. 10. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 11. Update from the Asian American Resource Center Working Group regarding staffing at the Center and building updates. FUTURE AGENDA …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES May 21, 2024 The Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission convened in a Regular meeting on May 21, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Huang called the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hanna Huang, Chair Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Kuo Yang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sarah Chen Sarah Xiyi Chen Satyajeet Dodia Hailey Easley Pierre Nguyen Nayer Sikder Sonny Sin Luan Tran Commissioners Absent: Sabrina Sha Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting on April 19, 2024. None. 1 The minutes from the meeting of April 19, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Sin’s motion, Commissioner Chen’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioners Sha and Shakur Jamal-Hassan were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding community needs and planning for use of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding for housing and public services. (Chris Duran, Grants Program Manager, Housing Department). The presentation was made by Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Housing Department and James May, Housing and Community Development Officer, Housing Department. Discussion of Resolution No. 20240502-093 (A resolution directing the City Manager to create a City Poet Laureate program). Chair Huang provided an update. Discussion of a meeting with City of Austin Department leaders and the Equity Office related to approved Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission budget recommendations. Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati provided an update. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 5. 6. Update from the Food Security working group. Commissioner Sin and Vice Chair Jambulapati provided an update. Update from the Asian American Resource Center working group related to the outdoor pavilion. Chair Huang provided an update. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS An item to review the Commission’s July and August meeting dates was requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. An item to discuss holding an in-person Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center was requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. Items to update the membership of the Food Security working group and Asian American Resource Center working group were requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. 3. 4. 2 ADJOURNMENT Chair Huang adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the XX meeting on …
A Food Plan for Austin-Travis County Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission June 18, 2024 Agenda ● Introductions ● What is a Food System? ● What is a Food Plan and why are we doing it? ● How did we create the Plan? ● Who participated in the Planning Process? ● Overview of Vision and Objectives ● Overview of the Goals and Strategies ● Next Steps 2 2 Some Food for Thought Food Production: Where our food comes from, including everything from farming to ranching Food Processing & Distribution: What happens to food from where it is grown to when it reaches your plate, including how food is moved and processed. Food Markets & Retails: Where food is sold, purchased, or provided cost-free. Food Consumption & Access: How we eat our food, who struggles to get enough food, and what impact our consumption has on our health. Post-Consumption & Food Waste: What happens to the parts of food we don’t eat and the impact of food waste on the environment. Food Justice: How systemic racism & colonization impact how the food system works — or doesn’t work — for each member of our community. 4 Creating a Food Plan What is a Food Plan & why do we need one? ● A Food Plan sets clear Goals and Strategies to move toward a more equitable, sustainable & resilient food system ● The Food Plan builds on several other initiatives made by the County, City, and communities to tackle key food system issues. ● The Food Plan centers equity and the lived expertise of those most impacted by the current food system 6 6 Background and Authority ● On June 2021, Austin City Council directed the City Manager to initiate a planning process ● Travis County Commissioners Court approved formal participation in the plan in fall 2022 Link to full resolution 7 7 Project Timeline Phase 0: Planning for the Plan Phase 1: Vision Development Phase 2: Goal & Strategy Development We are here Phase 3: Review and Ground truthing September 2021 - January 2023 March - August 2023 September 2023 - February 2024 February - Summer/Fall 2024 ● ● ● ● Building Community Awareness 📰 Release of State of the Food System Report 📚 Onboarding Planning Consultant⭐ Recruitment of Community Teams🚀 ● Website launch 📶 ● World Cafes ☕ ● ● ● ● Listening Sessions & Tabling at events …
Outreach and Education Initiative Overview Communications and Public Information Office What we will cover • BACKGROUND • OUTREACH DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERABLES • PROGRESS TO DATE • HOW YOU CAN HELP BACKGROUND Council Actions • Nov 2021- Resolution directs staff to develop recommendations to address hate crimes • Aug 2022- Budget Funding approved for outreach and education activities Hate Crime Report Data: An Early Warning Mission and messaging for meaningful change We All Belong Campaign Goals Increase awareness of tools and resources to report hate crimes and incidents. • Build community to counter anti - hate climate and culture . • • Inspire and empower Austinites to champion change Call to Action Content Optimized for Social Sharing Asking questions to gain actionable insights What we wa nt e d t o kno w: ● Ho w d o Aus t init e s fe e l o ve ra ll - s e ns e o f s a fe t y, t rus t in C it y/ C o m m unit y Re s p o ns e ? ● Ho w a re a c t s o f ha t e im p a c t ing ho w t he y fe e l in t he ir ne ig hb o rho o d s ? ● Wha t a re p e o p le p e rs o na lly e xp e rie nc ing ? ● Wha t is t he c o m m unit y le ve l o f a wa re ne s s a b o ut t o o ls a nd re s o urc e s t o re p o rt ha t e c rim e s a nd inc id e nt s ? Centralized Reporting Tools and Information Community Connections and Resources An intuitive and interactive data experience A Deeper Dive: Community Data Dashboard A Deeper Dive: Community Data Dashboard Activities and Outcomes A Party with a Purpose Community Pop-Up Events From Altit to Austin concert Lunar New Year Festival Texas Festivus Celebration Incomplete Stories Dance presentation Draupadi, a dance drama Brave Communities Connection: Tai Chi Central Texas Juneteenth Celebration Congolese Independence Day Celebration Congregation Beth Israel- CBI Strong Two Years Later Holi Storytelling Asian American Film Festival Khushfest-Austin’s Color Festival CelebrAsia Latino Health and Wellness Festival Preparedness …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 18, 2024 The Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission convened in a Regular meeting on June 18, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Huang called the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:13 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hanna Huang, Chair Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Sarah Xiyi Chen Luan Tran Kuo Yang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sarah Chen Satyajeet Dodia Hailey Easley Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan Nayer Sikder Sonny Sin Commissioners Absent: Satyajeet Dodia Pierre Nguyen PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. None. 1 The minutes from the meeting of May 21, 2024, were approved on Chair Huang’s motion, Commissioner Sarah Xiyi Chen’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioners Dodia and Nguyen were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability on the City of Austin Food Plan. The presentation was made by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability. Commissioner Tran requested that demographic information for the Food Plan Community Advisory Committee and issue area groups be shared with the Commission. Presentation by the City Communications & Public Information Office on the We All Belong Anti-Hate Education and Outreach Initiative. The presentation was made by Alicia Dean, Strategic Communications Division Manager, Communications and Public Information Office and Jessica King, Communications Director, Communications and Public Information Office. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission’s July and August meeting dates and potential cancellation of a meeting. Discussed. Discussion of holding an in-person future Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center. Discussed. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission 2023 Annual Report and Internal Review, including the Commission’s goals and objectives for the next year. Discussed. Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati requested that an item to discuss the Annual Report and Internal Review be added to the July meeting agenda. Discussion of new City Manager T.C. Broadnax meeting with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community leaders. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Approve changes to the membership of the Food Security working group. Commissioner Yang was added to the Food Security working group without objection. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 2 9. …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the URBAN RENEWAL BOARD June 17, 2024, 6:00 P.M. STREET JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 E 11TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78702 Some members of the Urban Renewal Board may be participating by videoconference and a quorum will be present at the location identified above. 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 Hunter Maples, (512) 974-3120 or hunter.maples@austintexas.gov. The Urban Renewal Board reserves the right to go into closed session to discuss any of the items on this agenda as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Manuel Escobar, Chair Darrell W, Pierce, Vice Chair Amit Motwani Jacqueline Watson Kobla Tetey Tam Hawkins CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers who registered to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting, if speaking virtually, will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 of 2 1. 2. 3. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discuss and consider approval of a recommendation to Austin City Council regarding a Development team based on the 2023-4 Request for Proposals process for the future development of Blocks 16 & 18, at or near the 900 and 1100 blocks of East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702 (Anne Gatling Haynes, Austin Economic Development Corporation). EXECUTIVE SESSION Discuss legal matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code) Discuss real estate matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Real Property - Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code) 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 …
RFP Process Schedule to Date 2022-2023: Pre-Development Feasibility • 10+ Public sessions, Community Survey • Pre Development Feasibility • Urban Renewal Board meetings Creation of the URB Stakeholder Working Group RFP Phase I Community Input on Phase I Proposals, -Community Survey -Office Hours RFP Phase II Urban Renewal Board: Public presentation Final Evaluation Aug-Sept 2023: Aug-Nov 2023: Jan-Feb 2024: Feb-April 2024: March 18 2024: April-June 2024: Information Sources for Evaluation Phase I Project Team (25%) Phase II requirements Project Team (15%) Development Program (25%) Development Program (15%) Community Impact (20%) Community Impact (10%) Financial Plan (15%) Financial Plan (30%) Project Execution and Risk (15%) Project Execution and Risk (30%) 6/17/2024 2 Overall Estimated Near Term Schedule June 17-July 18 Aug 1-Nov 1 Nov 1-Mar 1 2025 Mar 1-August 1 2025 2025-26 2026-28 4 weeks 3 months 4 months 3-5 months n o i t a d n e m m o c e R n o i t a i t o g e N A N E n o i t a i t o g e N e s a e L d n u o r G e n o t s e l i M n g i s e D l a n F i Financing Applications Construction Council Consideration Mtg with URB/City/Stakeholders Milestones & Timeline ENA Terms Ground Lease Terms Final Detailed program expectations Detail Transaction Structure Updated Proforma Updated Design Drawings Final Design Drawings Final Transaction Structure Updated Proforma Updated Proforma Finalizing Funding Strategy & Document preparation Applications for Funding
URBAN RENEWAL BOARD MEETING SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JUNE 17, 2024 The URBAN RENEWAL BOARD convened on MONDAY, June 17, 2024, at Street-Jones Building, 1000 E. 11th Street, Room 400A, Austin, TX 78702. CALL TO ORDER Chair Manuel Escobar called the Urban Renewal Board meeting to order at 6:16 p.m. with five members present. There is currently one vacancy on the board. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Manuel Escobar, Vice Chair Darrell W. Pierce, and Commissioners Kobla Tetey, Amit Motwani, and Jacqueline Watson were present. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Motwani attended remotely. Board Members Absent/off the dais at call to order: Commissioner Tam Hawkins was absent. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Tracy Witte, Melvin Wrenn, Fannie Okingballa, Andrew Hairston APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes were not brought forward for approval. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discuss and consider approval of a recommendation to Austin City Council regarding a Development team based on the 2023-4 Request for Proposals process for the future development of Blocks 16 & 18, at or near the 900 and 1100 blocks of East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702 (Anne Gatling Haynes, Austin Economic Development Corporation). Anne Gatling Haynes led discussion in preparation for the Executive Session. Following the Executive Session, the board reconvened in regular session. A motion was made by Chair Escobar, seconded by Commissioner Watson to conditionally recommend the proposal framework from the team Pleasant Hill Collaborative (PHC) to Council, and reserve the right to further negotiate specific details with PHC in the future. The recommendation was approved on a 4-1-0 vote, with Vice Chair Pierce voting nay. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Chair recessed the meeting for Executive Session at 6:31pm. Discuss legal matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Private consultation with legal counsel - Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code) Discuss real estate matters related to the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of an interest in Blocks 16 and 18 located on East 11th Street in Austin (Real Property - Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code) The Chair closed Executive Session and reconvened the general session at 8:15pm. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • Further action in support of the FY2025 budget recommendation made to Council ADJOURNMENT Chair Escobar adjourned the meeting at 8:16p.m. without objection. The minutes of the June 17, 2024, special called meeting …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD JUNE 17, 2024 – 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TX 78752 Some members of the Parks and Recreation Board may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. For remote participation, registration must be completed no later than noon the day before the meeting. To register to speak, click here: https://forms.office.com/g/PSGCcWX3wk or call or email Tim Dombeck, (512) 974-6716, Tim.Dombeck@austintexas.gov. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and may be allowed up to three (3) minutes to provide their comments. Free on-site parking is available in the parking garage and with validation. Attendees should enter via the Event Center Doors on Wilhelmina Delco Drive. More information is available here: https://www.austintexas.gov/pdc. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Pedro Villalobos (D-2), Chair Kathryn Flowers (D-4), Vice Chair Shelby Orme (D-1) Nicole Merritt (D-3) Stephanie Bazan (D-5) VACANT (D-6) VACANT (D-7) Kim Taylor (D-8) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Jennifer Franklin (D-9) Holly Reed (D-10) Lane Becker (Mayor) 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 Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of May 20, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for enhancements to the PARD Cemeteries Program. (Sponsors: Villalobos, Flowers). Presenter(s): Jason Walker, Cemeteries Division Manager, Parks and Recreation. Presentation, discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to approve the negotiation and execution of a Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy for the Violet Crown Mile Zero Trailhead project that includes a maximum amount of funding of $900,000 the Parks and Recreation Department will allocate to Hill Country Conservancy for a portion of the cost to construct the project. (Sponsors: Villalobos, Flowers). (PARD Long Range Strategies: Relief from Urban Life, Urban Public Spaces.) Presenter(s): D’Anne Williams, Project Manager, Parks and Recreation Department and Kathy Miller, CEO, Hill Country Conservancy. Page 1 of 2 2. 3. Discussion on Parks and Recreation Board input to City Manager on the selection of a new Parks and Recreation Department Director. (Sponsors: Reed, Taylor). Staff briefing on the status of The Expedition School’s permitting and …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 The PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD convened in a REGULAR meeting on May 20, 2024 at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas Chair Villalobos called the PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Pedro Villalobos, Kathryn Flowers, Lane Becker, Holly Reed. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Stephanie Bazan, Shelby Orme. Board Members Absent: Jennifer Franklin, Nicole Merritt, Kim Taylor. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Liz Barhydt - Austin Rowing Club Chris Flores - Barton Springs Bathhouse Wolf Sittler - Norwood House Phillip Thomas - Free Zilker Coalition Cedar Stevens - Free Zilker Coalition APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of April 22, 2024. The motion to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Board regular meeting of April 22, 2024 was approved on Chair Villalobos’ motion, Vice Chair Flowers’ second on a 6-0 vote with two vacancies. Board Members Franklin, Merritt and Taylor absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, discussion and approve letters of support for George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural Center and Genealogy Center staff and the 2024 Stay Black & Live Austin Citywide Juneteenth Festival. Carre Adams, Cultural & Arts Education Manager, Parks and Recreation Department gave a presentation and answered questions on the Carver genealogical archives and events at the Carver. The motion to approve letters of support for George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural Center and Genealogy Center staff and the 2024 Stay Black & Live Austin Citywide 1 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2024 Juneteenth Festival was approved on Chair Villalobos' motion, Board Member Becker’s second on a 6-0 vote with two vacancies. Board Members Franklin, Merritt and Taylor absent. 3. Discussion and approve a recommendation to Austin City Council to direct the Watershed Protection Department to seek alternative solutions to the current proposed plan for the Reed Park Water Quality Improvement Project. Board Members discussed the need for green space in this park deficient area, the poor water quality of the creek, the effects of rapid urbanization on this area, the Chapter 26 process, and wastewater infrastructure. The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to direct the Watershed Protection Department and Parks and Recreation Dept. to seek alternative solutions to the current proposed plan for the …
Violet Crown Trail | Mile Zero Trailhead Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy Parks and Recreation Board Christine Chute Canul, Program Manager II Parks and Recreation Department, City of Austin June 17, 2024 Violet Crown Trail In 2006, planning of the Violet Crown Trail began. Its purpose is to create the first regional trail system in Central Texas. After years of strategic land acquisition and planning, the trail is now 13 miles long running from Zilker Park to Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. With continued construction, the VCT is on its way to becoming the longest trail of its kind in Central Texas. 2 Violet Crown Trail | Mile Zero Trailhead at Zilker Metropolitan Park 3 Project Improvement Map 4 Improvements at the Site Mile Zero Entry Feature and Gathering Area Meadow Pavilion Observation Deck and Overlook Stabilized Decomposed Granite Trail Meadow enhancements and walking trail Bike Racks Educational Signage Improved Crosswalk and ADA access 5 6 Project Cost Estimate PROJECT BUDGET Construction Costs Materials Cost Estimated Project Cost Contingency Total Project Cost: 7 Permitting, Design, Project Mgt Costs In-kind Design and Project Management 1,006,488 936,637 1,943,125 194,313 54,115 125,000 2,316,553 Timeline and Next Steps Community Engagement 2018-2019 – Complete 2022 Site Plan Approved 5/20/24 Parks and Recreation Board 7/18/24 City Council Execute Parkland Improvement Agreement Construction begins late 2024 – early 2025 8 Make a recommendation to City Council to approve the negotiation and execution of a Parkland Improvement Agreement with Hill Country Conservancy for the Violet Crown Trail Mile Zero Trailhead project. The agreement includes a maximum amount of Parkland Dedication funding of $900,000 the Parks and Recreation Department will allocate to Hill Country Conservancy for a portion of the cost of constructing the project. Action 9
CEMETERY OPERATIONS Parks and Recreation Board June 17, 2024 MISSION STATEMENT | Cemetery Operations strives to honor the past, present, and future of Austin’s sacred municipal burial grounds with integrity, empathy, and respect. VISION STATEMENT | Cemetery Operations utilizes available resources to manage all operations in a first-class manner applying the most modern administrative, maintenance, preservation, and conservation methods, techniques, and technologies to our day-to-day responsibilities. Cemetery Operations The Founding of Historic Cemeteries 1839 • Oakwood Cemetery 1872 • Stanley- Nolen 1878 • Cemetery at Longview Park 1898 • Plummers Cemetery 1915 • Oakwood Cemetery Annex 1926 • Evergreen Cemetery 1927 • Austin Memorial Cemetery City of Austin Cemeteries represents one of the earliest municipal achievements with the establishment of Oakwood Cemetery in 1839. Oakwood offered the citizens of Austin the opportunity to be buried and remembered in a dignified and respectful manner. Since 1839, the City of Austin has managed and operated 5 municipal and 2 family cemeteries and 80,000 burials encompassing approximately 200 acres of land. 2 Cemetery Operations Background and Current Status Parks and Recreation Department takes on management responsibility. • 1986 – Public Works ends management of municipal cemeteries. • 1990 – 2013 InterCare Inc., assumes responsibility for all aspects of management at city cemeteries. • 2013- Present • April 1, 2013, PARD assumed management of the City of Austin municipal cemeteries resumed some aspects of the cemetery management. • Current Status – 28 Full-time Employees: 6 administrative and 22 • Cemetery Operations maintain 200+ acres of cemetery land, which consists of maintenance (5 temporary) over 80,000 burials • An average of 500 – 600 interments per year and 800 space sales 3 Cemetery Operations Headstone Resetting/Releveling Pilot Project • Address and remediate sinking and leaning headstones in a sample section to determine the most cost-effective process to maximize city resources. • AMP Section 5 Pilot Project was designed by Cemetery Operations in response to the growing and costly issues related to shifting ground patterns and headstone sinking. • The project utilized two different methodologies to effectively evaluate and determine the most effective process moving forward. • The project goals were met, and staff provided useful feedback on the pros and cons of the processes. 4 Cemetery Operations Headstone Pilot Project cont…. • Maintenance staff began performing monument installations, resets, and relevels in November 2018. • Cemetery Operations plans to transition to all interment and burial …
Austin Parks and Recreation Department The Expedition School – Progress Update Presenter: Reynaldo Hernandez Jr, PLA, PMP June 17, 2024 Background Mid 2006: December 2019: The Expedition School (TES) founded and began operating as a contract instructor at Camacho Recreation Center. TES provided city-contracted instructor classes in kayaking, standup paddling, canoeing, and safety. Council Ordinance 20191205-070 • Authorized a boating concession on Lady Bird Lake for the Expedition School • Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) to determine permanent location of operation. December 2019: October 2020 : PARD and TES partnership agreement finalized Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued. • Temporary location of operation at Lady Bird Lake. • 18-month period, potential 2-year extensions • TES conducts planning efforts for permanent infrastructure Temporary Location: Festival Beach Boat Ramp at Nash Hernandez Road • September 2020, Site Plan Exemption received from Development Services Dept. (DSD) • October 2020, partnership agreement executed through April 2022 • January 2022, extension through April 2024 • December 2023, extension through April 2026 TES continues to operate at this temporary location. Planning and permitting for new location infrastructure is ongoing. Permanent Location: Permanent location of The Expedition School • TES is responsible for the design, permitting, and construction for the new infrastructure for planned TES programming. This may include storage, shade structures, equipment and material for operation of concession. All proposed amenities must be ADA compliant. • TES will also be responsible for infrastructure and facility maintenance including keeping concession area clean. • PARD is responsible for providing park identification sign, park directional signage, ADA compliant access, and ADA parking. Permanent Location cont.: A C B D BoardSafe design E E TES facility proposes the following amenities: A. Gang plank (1027 sq. ft.) B. Floating dock (7500 sq. ft.) C. Storage on floating dock (1715 sq. ft.) D. Shade structure on floating dock (4000 sq. ft.) E. 2 ADA boarding kits (740 sq. ft.) Total floating dock and amenities area: 9267 sq. ft. Existing Boating Concessions Comparison: TEXAS ROWING CENTER (2018 Improvements) A. Floating dock (9266 sq. ft.) B. Floating dock extension (4227 sq. ft.) C. 2 storage buildings on floating dock B C (5795 sq. ft.) A C Texas Rowing Center 6044 sq. ft. of existing floating dock incorporated into improvements. Total floating dock and amenities area: 19537 sq. ft. Permanent Location Next Steps: • Anticipate issuance of Site Plan Permit 3 months after final review comments …
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD DIRECTOR’S UPDATE DATE: June 2024 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS: Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center: Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center (BSSEC) and Austin Nature & Science Center (ANSC) staff partnered with the Parks Grounds Maintenance team to open a new feature to the Zilker Metropolitan Park playscape on Friday, May 31st. The installation features a scientifically accurate representation of the endangered species that calls Barton Springs its home and will provide salamander education for years to come. District 8 Parks Grounds Maintenance and Nature Programs teams celebrate the opening of the new salamander feature at Zilker Metropolitan Park playscape. 1 Oswaldo A.B. Cantu/Pan American Recreation Center: On Saturday, May 18th the City of Austin’s Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the unveiling of a plaque in honor of Tony Castillo. After much deliberation with city council, the Parks Board, along with community advocates and the Castillo family, the decision was made by the board to erect a plaque in honor of Mr. Castillo. District 3 Program invitation for Tony Castillo plaque dedication in Pan Am neighborhood park. Tillery Neighborhood Park PARD staff will host a Virtual Community Meeting to discuss plans for the new parkland and pecan grove. The project will provide visible and safe access to the park and install amenities that align with community needs and environmental constraints. District 3. Tillery Neighborhood Park Community Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, June 26 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us to meet project staff, learn more about the planned park improvements and timeline, and get your questions answered. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Register here! PLANNING UPDATES: 2 DEVELOPMENT UPDATES: Kicking Off: Project kick-off is underway for new park development at 1129 Tillery Street, known as Pecan Grove, in east Austin. The approximately two acres of parkland were officially acquired from the Austin Housing Finance Corporation in 2022 as part of a planned affordable housing development. Concept planning for the park will start with community engagement, anticipated to begin this summer. District 3 Aerial view of 1129 Tillery Street 3 MAINTENANCE UPDATES: Barton Springs Pool & Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse Rehabilitation Project: Possible drawdown to be scheduled before July 4th. The drawdown of water levels will help remove algae from the shallow end of the pool. The Bathhouse Rehabilitation Project is underway. Ticket sales were moved to the café, signage designating the change was installed and staff have been set up …
