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Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy Arts Commission Meeting May 19, 2025 Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy • Resolution No. 20240926-014 • Purpose: Provides community and policy makers guidance to identify, organize, and resource Economic and Cultural Districts in the context of the City of Austin, while continuing their commitment to recognizing and cultivating unique cultural and economic value for the public benefit of our communities. • Focuses on cultural preservation, local economy, and community identity C I T Y O F A U S T I N Existing Economic and Cultural Districts Existing Districts African American Cultural Heritage District 5th Street Mexican American Heritage Corridor Red River Cultural District East 12th Street District East Cesar Chavez District North Lamar International District South Congress District Aldrich Street at Mueller South First Street District 2nd Street District Seaholm District Southshore Cultural District* C I T Y O F A U S T I N Role of Boards and Commissions • Review new Cultural District proposals • Evaluate alignment with City goals and cultural asset presence • Make recommendations to Council via B&C process • Support ongoing district performance and equity monitoring C I T Y O F A U S T I N Economic and Cultural District Considerations • Cultural Identity: Does the district reflect a meaningful cultural or historical story? • Organizational Capacity: Is there a managing entity in place? • Community Support: Do residents, artists, and businesses support this? • Cultural Asset Map: Are key spaces and traditions clearly documented? • Alignment with Citywide Plans: Imagine Austin, Cultural Tourism Plan, Thriving in Place • Resiliency: Does the district demonstrate long-term strategies for cultural preservation, economic adaptability, and climate responsiveness? C I T Y O F A U S T I N Questions? C I T Y O F A U S T I N