3. 4. 5. 6. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING DECEMBER 11TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve the minutes of the November 13th, 2024, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Discussion and approval of the Annual Commission on Aging Community Service Awards including setting the criteria and nomination timeline. Discussion and approval to authorize Chair Bondi to reach out to the Commission on Aging in Buda, Texas on behalf of the City of Austin’s Commission on Aging to discuss collaboration on resources and events. Discussion and approval to authorize Chair Bondi to reach out to the Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas on behalf of the City of Austin’s Commission on Aging to discuss collaboration on resources and events, and other opportunities for partnership. Discussion and approval of a question for the Older Adults Quality of Life Study Focus Groups to inform the Commission on Aging’s FY26 Budget Recommendations. Discussion and approval to postpone the annual Age Friendly Austin Community Survey. DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Presentation: CapMetro’s Spring Service Changes, Roberto Gonzalez and Lawrence Deeter, CapMetro. Discussion and update on collaboration with Austin Indigenous groups about input into City of Austin processes. Discussion and update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan. Discussion and update on the resolution prioritizing co-op housing for older people and people with disabilities passed by Austin City Council on November 21st, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 11. Staff Briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin including update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan Update, Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health. WORKGROUP UPDATES …
4. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 13TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Approve the minutes of the October 9th, 2024, regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Approve the 2025 regular meeting schedule of the Commission on Aging. Approve the annual Age Friendly Austin Community Survey and plan for distribution of the survey. Recommendation to form a workgroup on Emergency Preparedness Management to make recommendations on gaps in services and response for older adults and promoting the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR). DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Update and reminder of Commission on Aging terms including upcoming terms that are ending, holdover periods, and term limits and quorum set in the Commission on Aging bylaws. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 6. Staff Briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin including update on the Age Friendly Austin Action Plan Update, Nicole Howe, Age Friendly Program Coordinator, Austin Public Health. WORKGROUP UPDATES 7. Update from the Implicit Bias Workgroup on their November meeting as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi and Commissioners Tyree and Scott). Update from the Budget Workgroup on the recent Budget Townhalls as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi, Vice-Chair Flatau, and Commissioners Van de Putte and Scott). Update from the Older Adults Quality of Life Study Workgroup on current status of the study as it relates to the working group goals (Workgroup members include: Chair Bondi, Vice- Chair Flatau, and Commissioners Van de Putte, Scott, and Tyree). WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 13TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA ADDENDUM DISCUSSION ITEMS 10. Update on the October 2024 Joint Inclusion Committee Meeting (Chair Bondi). 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 Halana Kaleel at Austin Public Health, at 512-972-5019, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Commission on Aging, please contact Halana Kaleel at 512-972-5019.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING OCTOBER 9TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve the minutes of the September 11th, 2024 regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Discussion and possible action on establishing a workgroup to advance initiatives outlined in Domains 1 & 2 (Outdoor Spaces and Buildings and Transportation) of the Age Friendly Action Plan for FY24/25. Discussion and possible action on establishing a workgroup to advance initiatives outlined in Domain 3 (Housing) of the Age Friendly Action Plan for FY24/25. Discussion and possible action on establishing a workgroup to advance initiatives outlined in Domains 4-6 (Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, and Civic Participation and Employment) of the Age Friendly Action Plan for FY24/25. Discussion and possible action on establishing a workgroup to advance initiatives outlined in Domain 8 (Community Support and Health Services) of the Age Friendly Action Plan for FY24/25. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8. 9. 10. 11. Discussion and possible action on establishing a Budget workgroup to track the FY 24/25 approved budget recommendations from the Commission on Aging and to collect and compile community input and draft recommendations for the FY 25/26 City of Austin Budget from the Commission on Aging. DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. Presentation by Dr. Luan Tran from the Austin Vietnamese American Medical Professional Society (AVAMPS) on the: Austin Vietnamese Senior Center and initiatives and events for the Austin Vietnamese community. Status update on Older Adult Quality of Life Study presented by the University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community and Cortez Consulting, Amanda Wolfe and Dr. Laura …
Presented by: Amanda Wolfe, CAC Senior Project Director Dr. Laura J. Cortez, Cortez Consulting CEO Austin Older Adult Quality of Life Study October 2024 Status Update University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community Vision Mission The University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community is a catalyst for change that leads to a world in which all people age with dignity and optimal health. The University of Indianapolis Center for Aging & Community collaborates, educates, and conducts research to enhance the quality of life for all people as they age. Project Vision: Goal ◼ Research Question: What is the current quality of life for Austin residents ages 50 and older, and what roles do these older adults want their city government and its partners to play in ensuring every Austin resident lives their own best aging experience? Project Plan: Timeline and Responsibilities Project Activity Responsible Party Month/Months ✓ Landscape and Background Research CAC, Cortez Consulting, Commission on Aging August - September 2024 Community Engagement Cortez Consulting, CAC, Commission on Aging August – October 2024 Data Collection Plan CAC, Cortez Consulting, Commission on Aging August – October 2024 Qualitative Data Collection Cortez Consulting, CAC Qualitative Data Analysis CAC November 2024 – February 2025 November 2024 - March 2025 Preliminary Findings Touchbase CAC, Cortez Consulting, Commission on Aging March 2025 Project Plan: Timeline and Responsibilities Project Activity Responsible Party Month/Months Survey Tool Design CAC, Cortez Consulting March 2025 Quantitative Data Collection CAC, Cortez Consulting April - June 2025 Quantitative Data Analysis CAC Power Analysis CAC, Cortez Consulting, Commission on Aging Final Written Report of Findings CAC, Cortez Consulting April – August 2025 August 2024 – August 2025 August 2025 Dissemination of Findings CAC, Cortez Consulting, Commission on Aging September 2025 ◼ Establish relationships with community organizations What’s Next? and powerbrokers ◼ Data Collection Plan ◼ Obtain IRB approval ◼ Host focus groups ◼ Analyze qualitative data Ellen Burton Executive Director burtones@uindy.edu Amanda Wolfe Senior Project Director/Austin Project Lead awolfe@uindy.edu 317.985.0711 (cell) Dr Laura J. Cortez CEO laura@cortezconsulting.com 512.273.7967
CITY OF AUSTIN SCOPE OF WORK QUALITY OF LIFE STUDY OF AUSTIN’S AGING POPULATION SOLICITATION NO. RFQS 4400 SAR4008 1.0 Introduction About the Commission on Aging The City of Austin, Texas, population 840,000, is the 13th largest city in the country. The Commission on Aging (formerly Commission on Seniors) serves as an advisory board to the Austin City Council concerning the quality of life for older adults in the Austin area and to help ensure older adults are productive, independent, and healthy. The Commission advises the council on issues related to older adults in the Austin area; evaluates and recommends programs, policies, and practices that create a positive impact and reduce the burden on older adults; determines the needs of older adults in the Austin community and advises council regarding these needs; and promotes the contributions older adults make to the cultural, economic, and historical value of Austin. The 2010 Census data showed significant demographic population growth. Austin was one of the fastest- growing pre-seniors/senior populations in the nation. In response to Austin’s increasing age diversity, former Mayor Lee Leffingwell convened a Task Force on Aging in 2012-13. He charged the group with developing strategic recommendations to ensure our aging neighbors have the resources to be healthy, independent, and integrated into community life. The Task Force was composed of a diverse group of leaders from non-profit organizations, funding entities, businesses, and academia. The St. David’s Foundation and Seton Foundation provided leadership and support. Additionally, 15 graduate students from the LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas conducted research to support the Task Force’s efforts. Students met with area experts, studied national best practices, and engaged approximately 500 local older adults through a multi-topic survey. The result of the Task Force efforts included a report and a set of recommendations that focused resources on ensuring adequate support was in place to help each of us continue to contribute to our community while we age with dignity. The Task Force recommended two new vehicles to ensure our community successfully serves and benefits from the aging of our population over time: a new City of Austin Commission on Seniors (now Commission on Aging) and a new independent non-profit group to convene, advocate and coordinate across the community: AustinUP. 2.0 Purpose The City of Austin (City) seeks qualifications from entities (Contractor) to complete a quality of life study that supports the …
Commission on Aging Regular Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 11th, 2024 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting at City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd St, Austin, Texas, 78701 and remotely. Chair Bondi called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:05pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Richard Bondi, Vice Chair Gretchen Flatau, Austin Adams, Suzanne Anderson, Jacqueline Angel, Teresa Ferguson, Martin Kareithi, Gloria Lugo, Tina Rodriquez, Preston Tyree (entered dais 12:28pm). Board Members/Commissioners not in Attendance: Mariana Gonzalez, Jennifer Scott, and Henry Van de Putte. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the August 14th, 2024, Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. • The minutes from the meeting of August 14th, 2024, were approved by Commissioner Ferguson’s motion, Commissioner Kareithi’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Gonzalez, Scott, Tyree, and Van de Putte were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action on proceeding with only one Commission on Aging member on workgroup calls with the vendor for the Commission on Aging Quality of Life Study. a. Discussed allowing the workgroup calls with the vendor for the Commission on Aging to proceed with one Commission on Aging member with the understanding that that commissioner will share with the rest of the commission. b. Recommendation to proceed with one member of the Commission on Aging on the workgroup meetings with the vendor of the Commission on Aging Quality of Life Study was approved by Vice-Chair Flatau’s motion, Commissioner Ferguson’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Gonzalez, Scott, and Van de Putte were absent. 3. Discussion and possible action on authorizing Commission on Aging members to represent and speak on behalf of the Commission on Aging at the Commission Budget Townhalls for FY25 City of Austin Budget. • Recommendation to authorize Commission on Aging members to represent the entire Commission on Aging at the Commission Budget Townhalls for FY25 City of Austin Budget was approved on Commissioner Ferguson’s motion, Vice-Chair Flatau’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Gonzalez, Scott, and Van de Putte were absent. 1 4. Discussion and possible action on Ageism Awareness Day Activities being planned by the Commission on Aging. a. Discussed the Aging is Living Conference on October 8th, 2024. b. Ageism Awareness Day was also mentioned in the AFA Newsletter. 5. Discussion and possible action on submitting an Ageism Awareness Day Proclamation to Austin City Council. …
Greater Austin Vietnamese Network Presents “ A 9000-mile Dream” Austin Vietnamese Cultural Community Center Luan Tran, Gerontologist Founder of Greater Austin Vietnamese Network (GAVN) CEO of Austin Vietnamese American Medical Professional (AVAMPS) Vice-President of Austin Vietnamese Senior Citizens (AVSC) Luanntran@yahoo.com 512-496-3285 October 9, 2024 Austin, TX Good afternoon Commission on Aging, THANK YOU for allowing me to share with you our story today. Just for today, I would like to speak on behalf of 102 Vietnamese seniors who have sent me here to share with you their lived experiences. They are members of the Austin Vietnamese Senior Citizens which is a non-profit organization established 36 years ago. How does AVSC impact the quality of life for Vietnamese seniors? The Austin Vietnamese Senior Citizens provides an essential and consistent source of social, cognitive, emotional, physical, and nutritional enrichment for the Vietnamese seniors of Austin. AVSC has touched the lives of hundreds of past members over a 36-year span. The senior center has continued to create a culturally based, safe, and fun environment for its current members. Additionally, it has also facilitated meaningful life-long friendships and support networks within the Vietnamese community. For many seniors, this center is the only place of socialization with a free hot Vietnamese meal. Moreover, for over three decades, AVSC has continued to be a vital part of life- “beating heart” for the Vietnamese seniors. To date, AVCS has outgrown their space and although we have adapted over 36 years in the same space, it has become an inefficient and unsafe environment. The internal small space of 1,000 SQ space is outdated and is not ADA compliant without a ramp or elevator. When more than 60 members congregate, it is standing room only. Externally there is no dedicated Handicap parking spaces or enough parking spaces for 30 cars. As the aging Vietnamese population continues to increase in the greater Austin area, the seniors will need a larger space with ADA considerations and ample parking spaces to congregate on a weekly basis. In summary, AVCS desperately and passionately wants to expand to meet the growing needs of the aging community of Austin with more culturally based programs, services, and ultimately preserving and passing on our heritage. Unfortunately, we do not have the infrastructure to expand and grow. Austin Vietnamese Senior Citizens (Hội Cao Niên tài Austin) 8222 Jamestown Dr. #131, Austin, TX 78758 Front of the building, second …
Commission on Aging Community Interest Announcement Aging is Living Conference October 8th, 2024 10:00 am – 2:00pm Norris Conference Center 2525 W. Anderson Lane Austin, Texas, 78757 A quorum of Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. Board Liaison: Halana Kaleel Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov
Please join us at the Aging Is Living! Conference October 8, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Norris Conference Center 2525 W. Anderson Lane Austin, Texas 78757 This will be an educational event featuring speakers and follow up panels to discuss "Emergency Preparedness", "Aging and Brain Health", and Ageism and Social Inclusion". Box lunches will be provided for all participants. There will be aging service organizations providing resources and information. This is a FREE event with FREE parking, but registration is required. Use the QR code for registration or click on the link below. Aging Is Living 2024 Conference Please Register by September 30, 2024
Commission on Aging Community Interest Announcement S.A.L.T Resource Fair 2024 Thursday, September 12th, 2024 9:30am-12:30pm Dittmar Recreation Center 1009 West Dittmar, Austin, Texas, 78745 A quorum of Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur. Board Liaison: Halana Kaleel Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov
Seniors And Law enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) would like to invite everyone above 55 years of age to our annual resource fair. Join us for Breakfast Presentations on how to avoid fraud, scams and more. Group activities Educational resources from our community partners Raffles THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 12 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM DITTMAR RECREATION CENTER 1009 WEST DITTMAR, AUSTIN TX 78745 To RSVP, scan the QR code, or visit https://forms.office.com/g/Y18LCcFevK, or contact APD Office of Community Liaison at (512) 974 - 4700
3. 4. 5. 6. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2024 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/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 Halana Kaleel, 512- 972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Richard Bondi, Chair Gretchen Flatau, Vice-Chair Mariana Gonzalez Austin Adams Suzanne Anderson Jacqueline Angel Jennifer Scott Preston Tyree Henry Van de Putte Vacancies since Sep 2024: Mayor’s Office, Travis County Martin Kareithi Gloria Lugo Tina Rodriguez Teresa Ferguson AGENDA CALL TO ORDER/ATTENDANCE PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Approve the minutes of the August 14th, 2024 Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. Discussion and possible action on proceeding with only one Commission on Aging member on workgroup calls with the vendor for the Commission on Aging Quality of Life Study. Discussion and possible action on authorizing Commission on Aging members to represent and speak on behalf of the Commission on Aging at the Commission Budget Townhalls for FY25 City of Austin Budget. Discussion and possible action on Ageism Awareness Day Activities being planned by the Commission on Aging. Discussion and possible action on submitting an Ageism Awareness Day Proclamation to Austin City Council. Discussion and possible action on getting the City of Austin to identify an Implicit Bias Day and the necessary steps involved. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Discussion and possible action on the annual Age Friendly Austin Community Feedback Survey including assigning Commission on Aging Members to review questions. Discussion and possible action on authorizing Commission on Aging members to speak on behalf of the Commission on Aging at the Aging is Living Conference. Discussion and possible action to recommend to the Austin City Council to adopt the Equity Based Preservation Plan. Discussion and possible action on participation and attendance of Commission on Aging Workgroups so that workgroups can be effective in proceeding and achieving their assigned tasks. Discussion and possible action on revising the Commission on Aging Bylaws Article 8. Committees/Workgroups to remove Section D, …
2. Commission on Aging Regular Meeting Minutes Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 The Commission on Aging convened in a regular meeting at Permitting and Development Center, Room 1401/1402-Training, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas, 78752 and remotely. Vice-Chair Flatau called the Commission on Aging Meeting to order at 12:04pm. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Richard Bondi, Vice Chair Gretchen Flatau, Teresa Ferguson, Henry Van de Putte, Preston Tyree, Emily De Maria Nicola, Mariana Gozalez, Martin Kareithi (entered the dais at 12:20pm), Suzanne Anderson, Tina Rodriguez, and Jennifer Scott. Board Members/Commissioners not in Attendance: Austin Adams, Jacqueline Angel, Fred Lugo, and Gloria Lugo. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL • Carlos Soto, Research Analyst with the Community Advancement Network (CAN), represents stakeholders that work together to address community needs. This includes mental health and wellness services, community resource guides, and language access. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the June 12th, 2024, Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. • The minutes from the meeting of June 12th, 2024, were approved by Commissioner Tyree’s motion, Commissioner Van de Putte’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Adams, Angel, Kareithi, Fred Lugo, and Gloria Lugo were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1. Discussion and possible action to form a working group to draft a recommendation on creating an Implicit Bias Day in Austin (Chair Bondi). a. Chair Bondi discussed the idea of having an Implicit Bias Day. b. Recommendation to form a working group to draft a recommendation on creating an Implicit Bias Day was approved on Commissioner Van De Putte’s motion, Chair Bondi’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Adams, Angel, Kareithi, Fred Lugo, and Gloria Lugo were absent. c. Workgroup members will include Chair Bondi, Commissioners Scott, and Tyree. Discussion and possible action on forming a Working Group to collaborate with the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities to identify common priorities, goals, and opportunities for collaboration (Chair Bondi). 1 a. Recommendation to form a working group to collaborate with the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities to identify common priorities, goals, and opportunities for collaboration was approved on Commissioner Anderson’s motion, Chair Bondi’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioners Adams, Angel, Kareithi, Fred Lugo, and Gloria Lugo were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Introductions to the new Commission on Aging Commissioners Suzanne Anderson and Jennifer Scott (Chair Bondi and Vice-Chair Flatau). a. Commissioners Anderson, Scott, and Rodriguez introduced themselves. b. Commissioner Anderson is representing District …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 BYLAWS OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is COMMISSION ON AGING ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory board to the council concerning the quality of life for older adults in the Austin area and to help ensure they are productive, independent, and healthy. ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The board is composed of fifteen members. Two members are nominated by the Mayor and each council member nominates one member. One member is appointed by Travis County Commissioners Court. One member is appointed by the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area. One member is appointed by Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority. (B) The commission should include members who are representatives of or sensitive to the needs of the older adult population. Members should have substantive knowledge on issues concerning older adults including but not limited to health, affordable housing, basic needs, transportation, social engagement and inclusion, and caregiver support. The commission should be inclusive and represent a diversity of ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, and national origin; and include older adults who are representatives of the Austin community. (C) A member serves at the pleasure of the appointing body. (D) City appointed board members serve for a term of four years beginning March 1st on the year of appointment. County-appointed board members serve for a term of two years beginning in February of the year of appointment. The tenure of a board member nominated by a council member runs concurrently with the tenure of the city council member who nominated the member. (E) An individual board member may not act in an official capacity except through the action of the board. (F) A board member who is absent for three consecutive regular meetings or one-third of all regular meetings in a “rolling” twelve-month timeframe automatically vacates the member’s position subject to the holdover provisions in Section 2-1-27 of the City Code. This does not apply to an absence due to illness or injury of the board member, an illness or injury of …
COMMISSION ON AGING | SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 Austin History Center (C05767, PICA 24201, PICA 29995); Chen Chen Wu; City of Austin Planning Process HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Michelle Benavides Mary Jo Galindo*1 Jolene Kiolbassa 1 Debra Murphy 2 Misael Ramos* 1 JuanRaymon Rubio 2 Bob Ward 1 Noel Bridges 1 Jerry Garcia 1 Kevin Koch Robin Orlowski 2 Mary Reed* 1 Maria Solis* 1 Caroline Wright 1 Julia Brookins* Hanna Huang* 1 Kelechi Madubuko 1 Leslie Ornelas 1 Lori Renteria 1 Erin Waelder 1 Amalia Carmona 2 Linda Y. Jackson Brenda Malik Emily Payne Gilbert Rivera 1 Brita Wallace* 1 Ursula A. Carter Meghan King* Alyson McGee 1 Rocio Peña-Martinez* *Drafting Committee member 1 Phase 1 only 2 Phase 2 only Plan Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Joe’s Bakery, anonymous, Amy Moreland/ Austin’s Atlas Plan Goals 107 recommendations 1. Tell Austin’s full history 9. Proactively identify important places 2. Recognize cultural heritage 10. Follow good designation practices 3. Preserve archaeological resources 11. Support stewardship of community 4. Stabilize communities assets 5. Support environmental sustainability 12. Be strategic with review 6. Make preservation more accessible 13. Protect historic resources 7. Support people doing the work 14. Implement the plan collaboratively 8. Engage new partners What We Preserve Images, clockwise from top left: Parade and mural unveiling (The Austin Chronicle), San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation Think broadly. • Recognize Austin’s rich and complex history through active listening, inclusive research, and interpretation • Better recognize and protect legacy businesses, murals, and archaeological resources • Use preservation tools to support displacement prevention and environmental sustainability Who Preserves Invite and support. • Engage new partners and audiences • Help community members access knowledge and resources • Support people doing the work: homeowners and tenants, craftspeople, commissioners, and staff Images, clockwise from top left: Bertha Rendon Delgado, San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation, Austin Asian American Film Festival How We Preserve Be strategic and effective. • Update designation criteria to reflect modern standards • Support the stewards of Austin’s historic properties • Be strategic with review • Improve enforcement processes • Implement the plan collaboratively Selected Recommendations 1) Gather stories that tell Austin’s diverse history across different cultures and languages. 2) …
1 Age-Friendly Austin Community Feedback Survey 2024 Welcome to our Age-Friendly Survey. We are interested in the opinions of older adults that reside within our local community. Your feedback will help the Commission on Aging make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding the City of Austin's upcoming budget. The survey will ask you to share thoughts regarding topics that impact your daily life. Please answer the questions as you understand them. We want to ensure that we capture your honest opinion. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. This survey will take about 15-25 minutes. This survey is confidential. There will be an opportunity to give additional feedback and comments at the end of the survey. All questions on this survey are optional. 1. How long have you lived in Austin? ☐ 35 years or more but fewer than 45 years ☐ 45 years or more ☐ I do not live in the City of Austin 2. How would you rate Austin as a place for people to live as they age? ☐ Fewer than 5 years ☐ 5 years or more but fewer than 15 years ☐ 15 years or more but fewer than 25 years ☐ 25 years or more but fewer than 35 years ☐ Excellent ☐ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Section 1: Outdoor and Public Places Public places to gather — indoors and out. Green spaces, safe streets, sidewalks, outdoor seating, and accessible buildings (with elevators, stairs with railings, adequate lighting, etc). 3. When using parks or recreational opportunities near your residence, do you typically encounter any of the following? Please select all that apply. ☐ Lack of parks or recreational opportunities near my residence ☐ Lack of available transportation to parks or recreational opportunities. ☐ Safety concerns at parks and recreational opportunities (i.e. limited lighting, uneven walkways, illicit behavior, etc.) ☐ Lack of accessibility (i.e. no sidewalks, elevators, wheelchair ramps, etc.) ☐ Lack of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Accommodations ☐ I have no issues accessing parks or recreational opportunities. ☐ I do not access parks or recreational opportunities. ☐ Other (please specify) Section 2: Transportation Transit options can include walking, taking the bus, rideshare (Lyft, Uber, etc.), driving, carpooling, or Senior Transportation Services (i.e. Drive a Senior), etc. 4. What modes of transportation do you prefer to use? Select your 3 most-used options. 2 …
