REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026, AT 5:30PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W 2nd STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Nekaybaw Watson, Nekaybaw.watson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2562. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: DeLawnia Comer-HaGans Lisa Chang, Chair Alejandro San Martin, Vice Chair Lynn Murphy Gabriel Arellano Katie Simon Anthony Chase Jr. Brandon Chesser Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first ten speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities regular meeting on September 11, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding the Human Rights Impact Review and Report. Presented by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director of Austin Equity and Inclusion and Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer. Staff briefing regarding the Creative Reset Phase II: Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums. Presentation by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, ACME; Matrex Kilgore, Division Manager, ACME; and Marjorie Flanagan, Division manager, Austin Parks & Recreation. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding Vision Zero and micromobility devices. Presentation by Michael Kimbro, Program Manager III, Austin Transportation and Public Works. Staff briefing regarding the New Officer Involved Shooting Dashboard. Presentation by Sara Peralta, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, Austin Police Oversight and Crystal Kimbrough, Policy Compliance Consultant, Austin Police Oversight. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. 7. 8. 9. Approve the 2027 Annual Meeting Schedule of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities. Approve the creation of a budget working group for the 2027 fiscal year to create budget workshops and recommendations for the 2027 fiscal year. Approve the creation of a working group that writes recommendations to support victims of assault and violence with disabilities. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding public statements, ADA compliance, …
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities convened in a regular meeting on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 301 W 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Chang called the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Lisa Chang, Chair Alejandro San Martin, Vice Chair Gabriel Arellano Katie Simon Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Lynn Murphy Elizabeth Slade Kristen Vassallo Commissioners Absent: DeLawnia Comer-HaGans PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Brandon Chesser- Introduction to the commission. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Regular Meeting on August 14, 2026. The motion to approve the minutes of the August 14, 2026, regular meeting of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was approved on Vice Chair San Martin’s 1 motion, Commissioner Vassallo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Comer-HaGans was absent. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding processing times of rape kits and abuse reporting. Presentation by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Forensic Science Director, Austin Forensic Science, Kachina Clark, Division Manager, Austin Forensic Science, and Tracy Morris, Victim Services Manager, Austin Police. Presentation given by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Forensic Science Director, Austin Forensic Science, Kachina Clark, Division Manager, Austin Forensic Science, and Tracy Morris, Victim Services Manager, Austin Police. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation from SAFE Alliance ATX regarding SAFE’s disability program, interpersonal violence in the disability community and current gaps in resources. Presentation by Pierre Berastain, CEO, SAFE Alliance ATX and Serena Villa, Disability Services Project Coordinator and Educator, SAFE Alliance ATX. Presentation given by Pierre Berastain, CEO, SAFE Alliance ATX and Serena Villa, Disability Services Project Coordinator and Educator, SAFE Alliance ATX. 4. Discussion on creating Budget Recommendation Workshops. Discussed. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS -Creation of a budget rec working group -Creation of a working group to write recommendations for victim support for organizations that support victims with disabilities -Follow up with Cap Metro -JIC update -Presentation from Cap Metro Police Force on their training with how they respond to people with IDD ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by Chair Chang at 7:28pm without objection. 2
Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Human Rights Impact Review Austin Equity and Inclusion Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Friday, October 9 , 2026, 5:30 PM What is a Human Rights Framework? A human rights framework evaluates government performance through the lens of residents’ rights, and equitable access to services. dignity, Rather than asking whether programs exist, it asks whether people's rights are being fulfilled and where barriers remain. Why is it necessary and how does it support the City? Policies and services can exist without reaching those who need them most. A human rights framework helps identify gaps, improve accountability, and ensure that city decisions advance dignity, equity, and access for all residents. 2 Co - Created Impact Review The City engaged Henekom Group, a human rights consulting firm, to conduct an independent Human Rights Impact Review. The review included research across sources , engagement with more than 160+ 300 stakeholders , and a community workshop with 120 participants to identify and prioritize human rights risks and opportunities across 12 key issue areas. The resulting recommendations were co created, reflecting community input and - best practice from international human rights standards. 3 City of Austin - Human Rights Framework "Design and implement a Human Rights framework for assessing existing City services and programs to improve accessibility and responsiveness for residents' needs." 160+ 300+ Sources and commissions reviewed Stakeholders identified and engaged 120 Registered workshop attendees 92 Issues identified 69 Proposed mitigation for salience s 4 Steps to Conduct a Human Rights Impact Review Issue Identification → Mitigation Identification → Stakeholder Engagement → Implementation 1 Desk Research Dec 2025 - Jan 2026: 12 issue areas, 160+ sources 2 3 4 5 6 Issue & Mitigation Identification Defined salient human rights issues and potential mitigations Mapping Stakeholder Built 300+ stakeholder list with community and City Council recommendations Assessment Landscape Reviewed existing programs, initiatives, ordinances, and laws informed by community and City Council - identified issues and mitigations, Activity Set - Up Designed with pre with blank tabs available for write Facilitator Trained facilitators with landscape insights to avoid duplicating existing mitigations Training - ins 7 Human Rights Workshop Multi - stakeholder dialogue at March 23 workshop, approximately 120 attendees - Building Consensus 8 9 HeneKom’s Activity Analysis Scored and identified salient issues and mitigations for priority action Post Workshop Survey Sent to all registered stakeholders unable to attend 10 Human …
The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment July 2026 Why Now? Austin Has Changed. Our Cultural System Must Change With It. ▪ Austin's population continues to grow and diversify. ▪ Community expectations have shifted from simply preserving facilities to actively programming and activating them. ▪ Residents expect welcoming, accessible, vibrant public spaces that are open, responsive, and community-centered. ▪ The Creative Reset presented an opportunity to rethink how our facilities operate, not just maintain the status quo. Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 2 Our Community Spaces Cultural Centers and Entertainment Complex Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex African American Cultural & Heritage Facility + Dedrick Hamilton House Asian American Resource Center Connelly-Yerwood “Pink” House Emma S Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural + Genealogy Center Museums and Art Center Montopolis Negro School Zilker Hillside Theater Dougherty Arts Center Elisabet Ney Museum UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum Susanna Dickinson Museum O. Henry Museum Old Bakery & Emporium 23rd Street Renaissance Artist Market 3 Our Approach The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Beverly Sheffield Hillside Theater Our Approach We designed this process around listening. Community Engagement Internal Assessment Staff Visioning Site Identity Exercise Operational Review Recommendations Implementation Plan Evaluation 5 Nearly a year of engagement ensured that our recommendations reflect both community priorities and operational realities. Elisabeth Ney Museum 6 Community: What We Heard The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums ACME Creative Reset Engagement Community: What We Heard Activate our facilities More activity, more energy, more opportunities. Expand partnerships Collaborate with artists, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations. Improve customer experience Create welcoming, consistent, easy-to-access spaces. Reduce barriers Simplify processes and increase accessibility. Celebrate each site's unique identity Honor history while creating new opportunities. Brush Square Pun-Off Event 8 Staff: What We Learned The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities and Museums Dougherty Arts Center Staff: What We Learned ▪ Staff are passionate and deeply committed to serving the community. ▪ Operational processes vary significantly across facilities. ▪ Administrative responsibilities often limit time available for programming and community engagement. ▪ Greater collaboration, shared services, and consistent expectations can improve efficiency while preserving each site's unique identity. ▪ Our facilities are aging. Staff Engagement Event 10 Our New Operating Model The Creative Reset Phase II Reimagining Austin’s Cultural Facilities …
Shared Micromobility Update Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities Michael Kimbro, Program Manager Shared Mobility Services | October 9, 2026 Agenda • Program Overview • 2026 Program Review • Enforcement • Corrals and Parking Technology • Program Next Steps 2 Shared Micromobility Program Current Regulatory Structure Authorization: City code §14-9-23 Updated Director Rules adopted summer 2025 License & device permits reviewed and renewed every 6-months Fees include: License application fee Per device fee Per trip fee Impound fee Moratorium on Adding New Licensed Vendors • Bird – 3,000 • Lime– 3,880 3 2026 Micromobility Report Dockless September Total Trips Systemwide: 348,434 Total Trips Downtown: 132,848 Total Miles Traveled: 410,569 Average Vehicles Available: 5,612 Trips Per Vehicle Systemwide: 2.1 Trips Per Vehicle Downtown: 2.1 YTD 2,068,609 849,909 2,163,151 6,159 1.4 1.7 CapMetro Bikeshare Total Trips: Total Miles Traveled: Average Vehicles Available: Trips Per Vehicle: 28,701 22,853 174 5.5 81,376 64,596 n/a n/a Note: CapMetro Bikeshare resumed operations on August 10 with a limited fleet. Also, CapMetro YTD numbers are incomplete, data intake did not begin until April 1. 4 Enforcement and Safety Audits Customer Service Requests Austin 3-1-1: Parking Enforcement (knack): Device Field Audits Total Devices Audited: Devices Passing Inspection: Devices Reported to Providers: 1183 1682 260 230 30 Improperly parked devices are reported two ways; Parking Enforcement Officers through an internal system and residents through Austin 3-1-1. Providers are alerted immediately through both and have two hours to rectify or risk impoundment. SMS staff also perform random safety audits on devices in the field, checking for multiple possible issues. If a device fails, it is reported to the provider and they are required to lock it down and remove for repair. 5 Corral Install Progress • Dockless corral siting and installation are progressing • An initial set of corrals has been installed in the Rainey Street district. • Downtown corral siting is underway, with a goal of achieving 20 corrals per square mile. Forced Parking Technology Piloting • Once implemented, riders will be required to end trips within designated corrals or potentially incur additional provider fees. • The program is expected to help target sidewalk obstructions, particularly in high-volume areas. 6 Program Progress Continue to pilot forced parking technology. Continue to install corrals in high use areas. Transition current regulatory …
Officer Involved Shooting Dashboard Austin Police Oversight About Austin Police Oversight Austin Police Oversight is a separate and independent department from APD created to provide impartial oversight of the Austin Police Department’s conduct, practices, and policies to enhance accountability, inform the public to increase transparency and create sustainable partnerships throughout the community. ACCOUNTABILITY TRANSPARENCY PARTNERSHIPS 2 About Austin Police Oversight WHAT WE DO WHAT WE DO NOT DO ✓ Separate, independent, civilian oversight ✓ Review all community complaints ✓ We have full access to all APD databases ✓ Make recommendations to the Chief of Police & City Manager related to discipline, administrative policies and training ✓ Educate community members about the complaint process, our reports and recommendations, and their rights when interacting with law enforcement We do NOT work for or report to APD or the Chief of Police We do NOT oversee other law enforcement agencies We do NOT oversee criminal cases We do NOT administer discipline to officers We are NOT the final decision-makers on issues related to discipline and training 3 OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING DASHBOARD View Online 4 About Officer Involved Shootings ▪ An officer involved shooting is when an APD officer discharges their firearm. ▪ APO’s last OIS report was released in June 2020. 5 Making Information More Accessible The new Officer-Involved Shooting Dashboard was created to: • Transform historical reports into an interactive tool • • Increase transparency Improve public access to information • Support public understanding with data-driven insights What's included: Demographics (subject & officers) Incident Summaries Use of Force Details Trends over time Geographic Mapping Filter by district, year, etc. 6 Data Governance Incident summaries (date, location, outcome) Demographics (subjects & officers) Use-of-force details (weapon type etc) Trends over time (currently 5 years, 2018-2025) Geographic mapping of incidents Filters (year, district, etc.) Data Validation Processes ▪ Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) Info ▪ SIU Yearly Spreadsheets ▪ Internal Affairs (IA ) Case Files 7 Overview Page 8 Officer Insights 9 Subject Insights 10 Incident Details 11 Spanish Dashboard 12 User Accessibility and Testing ▪ English and Spanish language dashboard launched simultaneously ▪ User testing performed by APO staff and volunteers from the City’s Shared Voices program ▪ Logical tab order, high contrast alternative color themes etc. ▪ Meets Federal web accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.1) 13 What’s Next? • Establish a process for updating and maintaining the dashboard. • Present dashboard to community and commissions. • …
. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities (MCPWD) Recommendation Number: [20261009-009]: Recommendation Regarding Public Statements, ADA Compliance, and Emergency Crisis Response Standards in Police-Involved Incidents Involving Individuals with Mental Health or Cognitive Disabilities WHEREAS, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act mandate that public entities—including the City of Austin and the Austin Police Department (APD)—provide reasonable modifications in policies, practices, and procedures to ensure individuals with physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or developmental disabilities are not subjected to discrimination or preventable harm; and WHEREAS, acute psychiatric distress, post-traumatic stress, and cognitive or neurodivergent crisis fall under protected disability categories under federal law; and WHEREAS, the premature public characterization of police-involved shooting incidents—such as assigning the label "suicide by cop" prior to the completion of independent administrative, criminal, and disability-equity investigations—imposes unverified assumptions about a deceased individual’s mental state and shifts institutional responsibility for officer tactics and de-escalation onto the person experiencing a crisis; and WHEREAS, utilizing speculative psychiatric or motivational terms in official communications perpetuates stigma against individuals living with mental health disabilities and undermines community trust in city health and safety infrastructure; and WHEREAS, effective, disability-informed crisis response requires tactical patience, time, distance, non-coercive communication, and the immediate dispatch of specialized non-sworn mental health clinicians and co-responders rather than rapid, lethal force responses; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THAT: The Committee recommends that the Mayor and Austin City Council adopt the following administrative and policy directives for the City of Austin and the Austin Police Department: 1. Prohibit Speculative Motive Terminology: Enact an administrative directive barring city officials and police leadership from publicly applying speculative or unverified psychological labels—including "suicide by cop" or "suicide by police"—to describe victims of officer-involved shootings before independent investigations are complete. The Texas Observer . 2. Standardize Neutral, Fact-Based Incident Reporting: Mandate that public communications regarding police encounters involving potential mental or behavioral health crises strictly report verifiable facts without asserting unconfirmed internal motives or diagnoses. 3. Reframe Crisis Response Under ADA Title II Compliance: Direct the City Manager and Chief of Police to audit APD’s Use of Force and Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) protocols through a disability-rights framework, ensuring that tactical patience, de-escalation, and reasonable accommodation for behavioral and cognitive disabilities are mandatory prior to any escalation to force. 4. Expand Clinician-Led Crisis Diversion: …
