COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) REGULAR MEETING July 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, Public Sector Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Vice Chair, Public Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Ebonie Oliver, Colony Park AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 CDC Regular meeting on June 9, 2026. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Staff briefing regarding Rental Assistance and Tenant Stabilization Services. Presentation by Ursula Henderson, Program Manager II, and Susan Watkins, Division Manager, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Presentation and discussion on the “Displacement in Austin StoryMap,” a tool that illustrates the impacts of displacement and tracks progress on the City’s Displacement Mitigation Strategy. Presentation by William Swinton-Ginsberg, Planner Senior, and Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. Discussion on the City Council resolution directing the City Manager to provide a monthly report of all rezoning applications for properties with existing multifamily housing to the CDC. Discussion led by Chair Elias. PUBLIC HEARING 5. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the proposed 2027 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Budget and Community Action Plan, as required by 1) US Department of Health and Human Services, and 2) the Texas Administrative Code, Title 10, Part 1, Chapter 6, Subchapter B, §6.206. Public Hearing held by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and approve a …
Austin Public Health Report on PY26 Community Action Plan MISSION: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of our community. TOP 5 NEEDS: Housing; Basic Needs; Employment; Health; Income Community Services Block Grant 2026 Contract Programmatic/Financial Report July 14th, 2026 The Community Services Block Grant funds the delivery of services to low-income Texas residents in all 254 counties. These funds support a variety of direct services in addition to helping maintain the core administrative elements of community action agencies. For the City of Austin, the grant provides funding for the delivery of basic needs, case management, preventive health and employment support services through the City’s seven (7) Neighborhood Centers. Mission: The Neighborhood Services Unit aims to improve the lives and health of people experiencing poverty by providing public health and social services and connecting residents of Austin and Travis County to community resources. ◼ Basic Needs (food, clothing, information and referral, notary services, transportation, car safety education and car seats, tax preparation, fans, Thanksgiving food baskets and other seasonal activities); ◼ Preventive Health (screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar including a1C, and cholesterol; pregnancy testing; health promotion presentations, coordination and participation in health fairs, immunizations, coordination of wellness activities, linkages to medical home providers and diabetes case management); ◼ Case Management (individual/family support counseling, advocacy, self-sufficiency case management, crisis intervention, linkages with employers, educational opportunities and training, and working with individuals on quality-of-life issues); ◼ Employment Support (intake, assessment and goal setting, job readiness training, job placement assistance, and job retention services) Expenditures Categories Personnel Fringe Benefits Other Total 2026 Contract Budget $ $ $ $855,640 Cumulative Expenditures through 5/30/26 $270,866.98 $157,429.35 $ $428,296.33 Percent of Total 50% 1 Neighborhood Services Unit Success Stories A patient, who was a minor, and her mother presented to an Austin Public Health’s Neighborhood Center requesting a pregnancy test. The result was positive, triggering immediate medical, legal, educational, and language-access interventions. Mandatory reporting procedures were followed and Austin Public Health coordinated a multi-agency meeting with Child Protective Services (CPS), Austin Police Department, the patient’s family, and interpreters (to ensure safety and understanding). Initial prenatal coordination included scheduling the first OB appointment, providing prenatal vitamins, completing a CHIP intake, and supplying educational materials. However, repeated missed appointments revealed deeper barriers: the family’s primary language was an Indigenous Maya language rather than Spanish and the patient’s mother was unable to read or write. These …
Housing Assistance Through May 2026 Power BI Desktop 51%-75% 76%-100% 126%-150% 151%-175% 176%-200% 0 0%-25% 26%-50% 101%-125% >200 $1,782.05 Average Payment Households Provided Housing Assitance by Race/ Ethnicity White 14.78% Black or African American 43.48% 70 Households Who Have Avoided Eviction 178 Individuals Who Have Avoided Eviction 4,329 Number of Phone Calls to the Rent and Utility Assistance Phone Line this Month Hispanic or Latino or Spanish Origins 40% https://demographics-austin.hub.arcgis.com/ $233,448.36 Rent & Utility Funding Spent Basic Needs Assistance Through May 2026 Power BI Desktop 22,667 Services Provided 6,248 Households Served Households Served by Race/Ethnicity Top Ten Zip Codes Served 78741 78702 78723 78753 1.4% 5.65% 6.67% 15.75% 43.44% Hispanic, Latino/Latina, or Spanish No 'Race/Ethnicity' Entered Black or African American White Two or More Races Asian Prefer Not to Answer Some Other Race or Ethnicity 78744 78724 78745 (Blank) 78752 25.58% 78617 Rent/Utility Assistance By Zip Code Basic Needs Services by Zipcode Power BI Desktop Employment Services Through May 2026 Power BI Desktop 41 Annual Goal Progress Towards Annual Goal of 41 Person Transitioning Out of Poverty 19 (46.34%) Transitions Remaining Goal 22 (53.66%) 328 Number of Case Managment Services Provided 22 Persons Sucessfully Transitioned Out of Poverty Health Services Through May 2026 Power BI Desktop 177 Health Screening Events 1,546 Nursing Care Sessions
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH, 2026, at CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSION ROOM in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jenny E. Achilles Lyric E. Wardlow, Vice Chair Raul E. Longoria Sonia Martinez Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ebonie Oliver Jo Anne Ortiz Tisha-Vonique Hood Taniquewa S. Brewster Valerie Menard Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Chanda Gaither Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon Nicole Joslin Veronica Samo CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Lyric E. Wardlow called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. Commissioner Raul Longoria provided public comment. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the CDC Special Called meeting on April 4, 2026, and the CDC Regular meeting on May 12, 2026. The minutes from the Community Development Commission regular meeting on May 12th, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Tisha's motion, Commissioner Achilles’s second, on an 8-0 vote. The minutes from the Community Development Commission Special Called Meeting on April 4th, 2026, were approved on Commissioner Achilles’s motion, Commissioner Tisha seconded on an 8- 0 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grants (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment concerning the City of Austin’s Fiscal Year 26- 27 Annual Draft Action Plan. Public Hearing held by Deletta Dean, Department Director, Austin Housing. The public hearing was conducted, and the public hearing was closed by Vice Chair Lyric. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation and discussion on Land Trust and Community Land Trusts. Presentation by Nicole Joslin, Housing and Community Development Officer and Chanda Gaither, Housing Development Manager, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Chanda Gaither, Housing Development Manager, and Nicole Joslin, Housing and Community Development Officer, Austin Housing. 5. Presentation and discussion of the redevelopment of the 16th and 18th blocks of East 11th street. Presentation by Lex Miller, Director of Real Estate, Rally Austin. The …
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) 2027 Community Action Plan & Budget Community Development Commission Austin Public Health/Neighborhood Services Unit | July 14, 2026 Public Hearing Requirements ▪ The proposed estimated 2027 CSBG Budget and Community Action Plan performance activities are distributed and public comment is solicited. The proposed activities as described in the Budget and Community Action Plan are in accordance with the Community Services Block Grant Act. ▪ The CSBG Act states the purpose is “to provide assistance to States and local communities, working through a network of community action agencies and other neighborhood-based organizations, for the reduction of poverty, the revitalization of low-income communities, and the empowerment of low-income families and individuals in rural and urban areas to become fully self-sufficient” 2 Community Action Plan Components 1. Top 5 needs 2. Poverty rates 3. Provision of Nutritious Foods 4. Case Management Services 5. Gaps in Services & Performance Targets 6. Service Locations 3 Top 5 Needs* Housing Basic Needs Employment Health Income/Financial *Ranked in order of importance according to the 2024 CSBG Community Needs Assessment 4 Deep Poverty Rates in 2024 7 6.4 6 6.1 4.1 3.6 6 4.6 2.7 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Travis County (13.3% of people) Texas (17.5% of people) United States (15.7% of people) 50% or less (deep poverty) 100% federal poverty line 125% near poverty Source: ACS 2024 1-Year Estimate 5 Poverty Rates by Race & Ethnicity 17.3 17.5 18.4 17.8 20.3 16.2 8.3 8 9.1 9.7 5.5 5.3 25 20 15 10 5 0 Travis County (13.3% of all people) Texas (17.5 of all people) United States (15.7% of all people) White (not Hispanic) Black or African American Asian Hispanic or Latino Source: ACS 2024 1 year estimates 6 Neighborhood Center Locations Source: U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020-2024 5-year estimates 7 Provision of Nutritious Foods ▪ Food Pantry Services ▪ Fresh Food for Families ▪ Healthy Options Program for the Elderly (HOPE) ▪ Mobile Food Pantry ▪ Food Recovery Programs 8 Case Management Services ▪ Self Sufficiency Case Management ➢ Assistance to help clients achieve and maintain incomes above 125% of the FPIL (Federal Poverty Income Limits) for at least 90 days. ▪ Includes: ➢ Assessment and Service Plan ➢ Employment Support-Job search assistance, Job readiness, Job Retention ➢ Linkage to education and training, other social services ➢ Housing (rent assistance) & transportation (bus …
Subrecipient: City of Austin Program Year: 2027 Outcomes FNPI 1 Employment Outcomes FNPI 1a The number of unemployed youth who obtained employment to gain skills or income. FNPI 1b The number of unemployed adults who obtained employment (up to a living wage). FNPI 1c FNPI 1e FNPI 1f FNPI 1h The number of unemployed adults who obtained and maintained employment for at least 90 days (up to a living wage). The number of unemployed adults who obtained employment (with a living wage or higher). The number of unemployed adults who obtained and maintained employment for at least 90 days (with a living wage or higher). The number of employed participants in a career-advancement related program who entered or transitioned into a position that provided increased income and/or benefits. FNPI 1h.1 Of the above, the number of employed participants who Increased income from employment through wage or salary amount increase. FNPI 1h.2 Of the above, the number of employed participants who increased income from employment through hours worked increase. FNPI 1h.3 Of the above, the number of employed participants who increased benefits related to FNPI 1z.1 employment. The number of unduplicated persons who achieved a household income above 125% transitioning to self-sufficiency Identify Need Target SRV 1 SRV 1a-f Services Employment Services Identify Need Estimate Skills Training and Opportunities for Experience 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 20 SRV 1a Vocational Training 7 SRV 1b On-the-Job and other Work Experience 10 SRV 1c Youth Summer Work Placements 5 SRV 1d Apprenticeship/Internship 15 SRV 1e Self-Employment Skills Training 15 SRV 1f Job Readiness Training 15 SRV 1g-h Career Counseling 6 SRV 1g Workshops 41 SRV 1h Coaching Job Search Coaching Resume Development Interview Skills Training Job Referrals SRV 1i-n SRV 1i SRV 1j SRV 1k SRV 1l SRV 1m Job Placements SRV 1n SRV 1o-p SRV 1o SRV 1p Coaching Interactions with employers Pre-employment physicals, background checks, etc. Post Employment Supports SRV 1q Employment Supplies SRV 1q Employment Supplies 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 5 20 20 10 5 20 10 3 FNPI 2 Education and Cognitive Development Outcomes FNPI 2a The number of children (0 to 5) who demonstrated improved emergent literacy skills. Identify Need Target SRV 2 Education and Cognitive Development Services Identify Need Estimate Outcomes Services FNPI 2b FNPI 2c The number of children (0 to 5) who demonstrated skills for school readiness. …
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING June 9, 2026 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, South Austin Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Tiffany Moore, Public Sector Ebonie Oliver, Colony Park Lyric E. Wardlow, Vice Chair, Public Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Public Sector AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 CDC Special Called meeting on April 4, 2026, and the CDC Regular meeting on May 12, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comment concerning the City of Austin’s Fiscal Year 26-27 Annual Draft Action Plan. Public Hearing held by Deletta Dean, Department Director, Autin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. 5. Presentation and discussion on Land Trusts and Community Land Trusts. Presentation by Nicole Joslin, Housing and Community Development Officer and Chanda Gaither, Housing Development Manager, Austin Housing. Presentation and discussion of the redevelopment of the 16th and 18th blocks on East 11th Street. Presentation by Lex Miller, Director of Real Estate, Rally Austin. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Discussion and approve a recommendation for the anticipated funding gap for Local Housing Vouchers and impacts on Permanent Supportive Housing residents. Discussion led by Vice Chair Wardlow. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 7. Update from the CDC Housing Committee. Discussion led …
Austin Public Health Report on PY26 Community Action Plan MISSION: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of our community. TOP 5 NEEDS: Housing; Basic Needs; Employment; Health; Income Community Services Block Grant 2026 Contract Programmatic/Financial Report June 9, 2026 The Community Services Block Grant funds the delivery of services to low-income Texas residents in all 254 counties. These funds support a variety of direct services in addition to helping maintain the core administrative elements of community action agencies. For the City of Austin, the grant provides funding for the delivery of basic needs, case management, preventive health and employment support services through the City’s seven (7) Neighborhood Centers. Mission: The Neighborhood Services Unit aims to improve the lives and health of people experiencing poverty by providing public health and social services and connecting residents of Austin and Travis County to community resources. Basic Needs (food, clothing, information and referral, notary services, transportation, car safety education and car seats, tax preparation, fans, Thanksgiving food baskets and other seasonal activities); Preventive Health (screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar including a1C, and cholesterol; pregnancy testing; health promotion presentations, coordination and participation in health fairs, immunizations, coordination of wellness activities, linkages to medical home providers and diabetes case management); Case Management (individual/family support counseling, advocacy, self-sufficiency case management, crisis intervention, linkages with employers, educational opportunities and training, and working with individuals on quality-of-life issues); Employment Support (intake, assessment and goal setting, job readiness training, job placement assistance, and job retention services) Expenditures Categories Personnel Fringe Benefits Other Total 2026 Contract Budget $ $ $ $855,640 Cumulative Expenditures as of 4/30/26 $242,212.16 $138,815.80 $ $381,027.96 Percent of Total 45% 1 Neighborhood Services Unit Success Stories Alma*, a long-time South Austin resident, represents the kind of resilient community member who thrives when strong social services are in place. In her 60s, Alma primarily speaks Spanish and had long relied on the South Austin Neighborhood Center (SANC) for its senior programming, food distributions, and community support. In late 2023, Alma began working with the SANC nurse for medical case management. Together they identified goals related to managing chronic conditions, including diabetes and the need for repairs to her motorized wheelchair. Because Alma speaks only Spanish, bilingual SANC community workers provided in-person interpretation, ensuring that language was never a barrier to receiving care. Through this collaboration, Alma was connected to a …
Review the Draft Action Plan Tuesday, June 9th at Community Development Commission Austin City Hall (301 W. 2 Street) nd Learn more at: SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds The Annual Action Plan decides how to distribute approximately $14 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The programs from this grant fund affordable housing, job creation, and public service needs for low- and moderate-income families, persons with disabilities, and seniors. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub Revisa el borrador del Plan de Acción Martes 9 de junio en la Comisión de Desarrollo Comunitario del Ayuntamiento de Austin (301 W. 2nd Street) Obtén más información en: SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds_esp El Plan de Acción Anual decide cómo distribuir aproximadamente $14 millones en subvenciones de Servicios de Vivienda de Austin y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD). Los programas de esta subvención financian viviendas asequibles, la creación de empleo y las necesidades de servicios públicos para familias de ingresos bajos y moderados, personas con discapacidad y personas mayores. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION HOUSING COMMITTEE TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS, ROOM 1101 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Community Development Commission Housing Committee may be participating in the 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, contact Chase Bryan, 512-974-1484, chase.bryan@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Raul E. Longoria, Chair Taniquewa S. Brewster Ebonie D. Trice AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Jose Noe Elias, Vice Chair Tisha-Vonique Hood Lyric E. Wardlow 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 for the previous Community Development Commission Housing Committee meeting from February 10, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on the Austin Energy Customer Assistance Program and how the utility alleviates housing cost burden for low-income customers. Presentation by Ronnie Mendoza from Austin Energy. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) regarding the anticipated funding gap for Local Housing Vouchers and the resulting impacts on Permanent Supportive Housing residents and providers. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Chase Bryan with Austin Housing, at 512-974-1484 or chase.bryan@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Community Development Commission Housing Committee, please contact Chase Bryan at 512-974-1484 or chase.bryan@austintexas.gov.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES APRIL 4th, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a SPECIAL CALLED MEETING on APRIL 14th, 2026, at PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405, in Austin, Texas. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Nyeka Arnold (Vice Chair) Jenny Achilles Tisha-Vonique Hood Cynthia Jaso Valerie Menard Raul Longoria Cassandra Medrano Tiffany Moore Ebonie Oliver Lyric Wardlow Board Members/Commissioners Absent: JoAnne Ortiz Sonia Martinez Taniquewa Brewster Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Marla Torrado Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon CALL TO ORDER Chair Elias called the meeting to order at 9:30 AM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Discussion of Retreat Goals and Objectives. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussed. 2. Discussion of Agenda and Timeline for Retreat Activities. Discussion led by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. Discussed. 3. Discussion and Team Building Activity. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias. Discussed. 4. Presentation regarding “A Brief History of Community Action”. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program manager III, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. 5. Discussion of the CDC’s role and purpose. Discussion led by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. Discussed. 6. Presentation regarding the range of uses for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funds. Presentation by Susan Watkins, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. 7. Presentation regarding the “Establishment of FY 26/27 Goals for the CDC” to include top policy priorities and the process for achieving the identified priority goals. Discussion led by Dr. Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Marla Torrado, Housing Division Manager, Austin Housing. 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 by calling 512-974-1606 at least 2 days prior to the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Community Development Commission, please contact Edward Blake at 512-974-3108. CDC Commissioners may contact …
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MAY 12th, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on MAY 12th, 2026, at CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSION ROOM, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Cynthia Jaso Jenny Achilles Lyric Wardlow Tiffany Moore Raul Longoria Sonia Martinez Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nyeka Arnold Tisha-Vonique Hood Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Cassandra Medrano Ebonie Oliver JoAnne Ortiz Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Taniquewa Brewster Valerie Menard Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon Veronica Samo CALL TO ORDER Chair Pro tempore Jaso called the meeting to order at 6:41 PM. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. Carlos Alejandro Soto provided public comment. Zenobia Joseph provided public comment. Nyeka Arnold provided public comment APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the CDC Regular meetings held on March 10, 2026, and April 14, 2026. The minutes of the March 10th, 2026, meeting were approved on Commissioner Lyric’s motion, Commissioner Longoria’s second, on a 6-2 vote. Commissioner Arnold and Moore opposed. The minutes of the April 14th, 2026, meeting were approved on Commissioner Tisha’s motion, Commissioner Achilles second, on an 8-0 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Public Hearing on Needs Assessment for Annual Action Plan. Public Hearing held by Veronica Samo, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Veronica Samo, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation on the report and findings set to be considered by the Infrastructure Working Group. Discussion led by Commissioner Tiffany Moore. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 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 by calling 512-974-1606 at least 2 days prior to the meeting date. TTY …
Austin Housing_Community Land Trust | CDC Meeting 6.9.2026 ‹#› Community Land Trust • Community Land Trust Model • Austin Comunity Land Trust ⚬ Program Design (ACLT) ⚬ Preference Policy ⚬ Current Portfolio • Future Development ‹#› Austin Community Land Trust Model What is a Community Land Trust? A Community Land Trust is a unique Home purchase allowing residents to invest in their homes without the overwhelming financial burden. • Best known for permanently affordable housing, though the first CLT (New Communities Inc.) began as a collective farm founded by Black families in Georgia etsablished in 1969 • Land held in trust for community benefit, protected from market pressures. • Flexible structure — CLTs may be created by community groups, nonprofits, coalitions, or government agencies. ‹#› Community Land Trust Model Benefits of Community Land Trusts (CLTs) • Keep housing permanently affordable, allowing lower-income households to stay in neighborhoods where prices are rising. • Preserve public investment by recycling the initial affordability subsidy through resale restrictions, rather than losing it after one buyer. • Provide strong homeowner support, resulting in significantly lower delinquency and foreclosure rates compared to the private market. ‹#› Community Land Trust Model CLTs are one type of shared-equity housing, along with: • Deed-restricted inclusionary housing • Some forms of Down Payment Assistance Do CLT Homeowners Build Assets? Yes. CLTs support asset building for households who would otherwise remain renters. Because CLT homeowners receive support and maintain homeownership longer, they are more likely to realize meaningful equity gains. Research shows CLT owners build enough equity through mortgage paydown, modest appreciation, and lower housing costs to transition into the open market if they choose. ‹#› Administered by the Austin Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC), the ACLT portfolio was doubled in 2020 with the acquisition of 20 former rental homes. The portfolio is on track to more than double again in the next 5 years with the development of two new construction townhome communities by the ACLT. Austin Community Land Trust Model How is Austin Community Land Trust (ACLT) Unique? • Municipal owned and goverened by AHFC • Geographically diverse • ACLT a preference policy to ensure equitable housing and reduce displacement of Austin residents. ‹#› Austin Community Land Trust Model Enabling legislation: Community land trusts were formally authorized in Texas through Senate Bill 402, which created Local Government Code Chapter 373B, effective January 1, 2012. City of Austin CLT Ordinance: Austin …
S.O.U.L on East 11th *DRAFT* Community Development Commission - June 2026 LOCATION • The sites are located along East 11th Street, the main commercial corridor within the African American Cultural Heritage District • 7 blocks from Huston- Tillotson University • 10 blocks from the state Capitol • 15 blocks from the center of downtown Austin LOCATION • Just east of downtown Austin • Block 16 • Western parcel • Adjacent to the African American Cultural and Heritage Center • ~1 acre • Block 18 • Eastern parcel • Wraps around the historic Victory Grill • ~1 acre Timeline 4 4 Block 16 & 18 ▪ Community Conversations Austin EDC 5 Community Engagement (non-exhaustive list) Community Groups Engaged (non-exhaustive list) African American Resource Advisory Committee E4 Youth Ebenezer Baptist Church Mt Zion Baptist Church Future Front Third Spaces KAZI FM Texas Music Museum Americans for the Arts Six Square Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association East Austin Creative Coalition LC Anderson Yellowjacket Alumni Association Rogers Washington Holy Cross Neighborhood Assoc. Black Austin Tours (upcoming) Austin Justice Coalition Guadalupe Neighborhood Association We Outside ATX (upcoming) Pleasant Hill Collaborative Consultants Architects Co-Developer Lead Developer • Forgecraft • Moody Nolan • Carter Design • Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation • Servitas • Harold McMillan • Bingham Group • Raasin in the Sun • Sean Garretson • AusBos Social Housing • Chesnut Neighborhood Revitalization Corporation • Pam Owens • Peak Parking • TOPO • Garza Engineering Spaces for Original culture Unity & Legacy PROGRAM Block 16 • ~100-unit affordable project • All units at or below 50% MFI • Parking garage • ~146 Total Beds Block 18 • Affordable Housing and Live/Work Townhomes • ~113 Total Beds • Cultural Venue • Affordable Restaurant/Retail • Large exterior gathering space CONCEPT • A transformative real estate initiative in Austin’s historic African American Cultural and Heritage District • A vibrant, community-led, mixed-use development • Integrates affordable housing, arts venues, and commercial spaces to foster cultural preservation • Features: • Affordable housing • Jazz lounge • Non-profit cultural space • Retail & restaurants • Live/work townhomes • Structured parking • Rooftop amenities Commercial Space Commercial Breakdown Non-profit arts space Grocery / Other Music Venue Jazz Lounge Restaurant 1 Restaurant 2 Cafe Rehearsal Space Music Studio Potential Total: ~30K – 40K square feet RAL LY AUSTI N | URB BOARD MEETI NG Block 16 & Construction Schedule Tentative Build Schedules LIHTC 9% Application …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Community Development Commission Recommendation Number: [20260609-6]: Preservation of Local Housing Voucher Funding for Permanent Supportive Housing Residents Date of Approval: Recommendation: The Community Development Commission recommends that the Austin City Council prioritize the preservation of local housing vouchers serving Permanent Supportive Housing residents and identify funding solutions to address anticipated funding gaps. Description of Recommendation to Council: • Prioritize the preservation of existing local housing vouchers serving Permanent Supportive Housing residents. • Identify and evaluate funding options to address anticipated funding gaps and maintain housing stability for affected residents. • Consider the impacts on residents, housing providers, and the broader homelessness response system when evaluating future funding decisions related to local housing vouchers. Rationale: Local housing vouchers are a critical component of Austin's homelessness response system and help residents in Permanent Supportive Housing maintain long-term housing stability. Proposed changes in the use of fee-in-lieu funds may create a funding gap that impacts the continued availability of these vouchers. The loss of voucher funding could negatively impact residents, housing providers, and the broader homelessness response system by increasing housing instability and placing additional pressure on already limited homelessness resources. Preserving housing for individuals and families who have exited homelessness protects prior public investments, supports long-term housing stability, and helps prevent returns to homelessness. Motioned By: Seconded By: Vote: (Add the vote number here, even if unanimous) Example: 8-0 For: (For this and the below sections, list commissioner names in alphabetical order, starting with officers. If none, put “None.”) Against: Abstain: Off the dais: Absent: Attest: __________________________________ (Staff or commissioner can sign)
HOUSING COMMITTEE OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 10th, 2026 The HOUSING COMMITTEE OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on FEBRUARY 10th, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commission- Room 1101, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Raul Longoria (Chair) Lyric Wardlow Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ebonie Oliver Jose Noe Elias Tisha-Vonique Hood Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Taniquewa Brewster Staff Members in Attendance: Chase Bryan Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Mandy DeMayo CALL TO ORDER Chair Longoria called the meeting to order at 5:15 PM. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes for the previous CDC-HC meeting from November 18th, 2025. On Commissioner Lyric’s motion, Commissioner Elias seconded, and the November 18th, 2025, minutes were approved on a 4-0 vote. Commissioner Tisha was off the dais. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on the City of Austin’s Repeat Offender Program and code violations related to housing. Presentation by Matthew Noriega from Austin Development Services. The presentation was made by Matthew Noriega, Division Manager, Austin Development Services. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS -Presentation from Austin Energy (and/or possibly Austin Water) regarding their community/social programs related to housing affordability, with a focus on seasonal surge trends and emergency services before freezing weather/winter storms. - Discussion on density bonus programs and possibly make recommendations to the City Council prioritize tenant interests with program improvements. -Presentation on the Affordable Housing Online Search Tool (AHOST) covering the current state of the tool, outreach to spread awareness of it, and the current inventory available to tenants. -Discussion on the Equity Overlay study. -Discussion or presentation regarding street parking in neighborhoods: how parking is planned for in new developments, and what can be done when there are pressures on the availability of street parking for long-time neighborhood residents. Chair Longoria adjourned the meeting at 6:05 PM without objections. 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 by calling 512-974-1606 …
PSH Housing Vouchers June 9, 2026 Presentation to Community Development Commission Who We Are Kate Moore (she/her) Vice President of Homelessness Response System Stategy katemoore@austinecho.org About ECHO The Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) is the backbone of our community’s Homelessness Response System. As the lead agency for the Austin/Travis County Continuum of Care, we lead and align a coalition responsible for planning and implementing community-wide strategies to end homelessness. We work alongside people with firsthand experience of homelessness and nonprofit, government, and philanthropic partners to build a future in which everyone in our community has housing of their choice that provides a foundation for optimal health, success, and stability. Learn more: austinecho.org Agenda The IssueOur AskCOA PSH VouchersPSH ExpansionWho BenefitsSummaryQ&A The Issue Proposed COA budget eliminates transfer to Housing Trust Fund Proposed cost-saving measure Transfer is budgeted at $8.8 million in FY26 Supports housing vouchers for formerly homeless people with the highest care needs No alternate source of funding for PSH vouchers Leaves current voucher-holders at risk of returning to homelessness Eliminates an important compenent of needed growth in our Homelessness Response System Our Ask Preserve funds for vouchers Sign-on letter with providers Providers of PSH utilizing COA vouchers Sent to City Council Members’, Mayor’s, City Manager’s offices Ask: Prioritize filling the funding gap for vouchers - $7.8 million in FY27 & $7.95 million in FY28 to ensure no voucher-holders are pushed back into homelessness Use any additional density bonus program revenue to fund PSH services COA PSH Vouchers Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Most comprehensive supports Provides rental assistance and wraparound services to support long-term stability Available to chronically homeless people with a disabling condition Funded through federal & local budgets COA funds 374 vouchers Vouchers used at PSH sites operated by housing partners Residents cover portion of rent and voucher covers the rest Used at seven properties across six Council districts (D1, D3, D4, D6, D7, D9) PSH Expansion Site-based PSH in Austin/Travis County has grown substantially Terrace at Oak Springs opened in 2019 First PSH-specific development 50 units No new PSH developments until 2024 Espero Rutland (Caritas of Austin) 1,100+ new units expected 2024-2027 Vouchers support site-based PSH expansion Multiple sources of funding needed for rental assistance and supportive services 2019 BaselineNew UnitsTotal202420252026202702004006008001,0001,200Site-Based PSH in Austin/Travis County Who Benefits “A brand new day” Judy Silva (right) uses a voucher at Pecan Gardens Homeless for five years before moving …
PSH Housing Vouchers June 9, 2026 Presentation to Community Development Commission Who We Are Kate Moore (she/her) Vice President of Homelessness Response System Stategy katemoore@austinecho.org About ECHO The Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) is the backbone of our community’s Homelessness Response System. As the lead agency for the Austin/Travis County Continuum of Care, we lead and align a coalition responsible for planning and implementing community-wide strategies to end homelessness. We work alongside people with firsthand experience of homelessness and nonprofit, government, and philanthropic partners to build a future in which everyone in our community has housing of their choice that provides a foundation for optimal health, success, and stability. Learn more: austinecho.org Agenda COA PSH VouchersThe IssueOur AskPSH ExpansionWho BenefitsSummaryQ&A COA PSH Vouchers Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Designed for people with the highest needs Provides rental assistance and individualized supportive services for as long as someone needs them Must have a disabling condition and be chronically homeless to qualify Funded through federal & local government budgets Requires capital (to build), vouchers (to pay for rent/operating), and service funding (robust services) COA funds 374 PSH vouchers Vouchers used at PSH sites operated by housing partners Residents cover portion of rent and voucher covers the rest Used at seven properties across six Council districts (D1, D3, D4, D6, D7, D9) The Issue Proposed COA budget eliminates transfer to Housing Trust Fund Proposed cost-saving measure Transfer need is budgeted at $8.8 million in FY26 Supports PSH vouchers No alternate source of funding for PSH vouchers Leaves current voucher-holders at risk of returning to homelessness Eliminates an important compenent of needed growth in our Homelessness Response System Our Ask Preserve funds for vouchers Sign-on letter with providers Providers of PSH utilizing COA vouchers Sent to City Council Members’, Mayor’s, City Manager’s offices Ask: Prioritize filling the funding gap for vouchers - $7.8 million in FY27 & $7.95 million in FY28 to ensure no voucher-holders are pushed back into homelessness Use any additional density bonus program revenue to fund PSH services PSH Expansion Site-based PSH in Austin/Travis County has grown substantially Terrace at Oak Springs opened in 2019 First PSH-specific development 50 units No new PSH developments until 2024 Espero Rutland (Caritas of Austin) 1,100+ new units expected 2024-2027 Vouchers support site-based PSH expansion Multiple sources of funding needed for rental assistance and supportive services 2019 BaselineNew UnitsTotal202420252026202702004006008001,0001,200Site-Based PSH in Austin/Travis County Who Benefits “A …
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING May 12, 2026 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Jenny E. Achilles, Private Sector Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, South Austin Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Tiffany Moore, Public Sector Ebonie Oliver, Colony Park Nyeka Arnold, Vice Chair, North Austin Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Public Sector AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 CDC Regular meetings held on March 10, 2026, and April 14, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Public Hearing on Needs Assessment for Annual Action Plan. Public Hearing held by Veronica Samo, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation on the report and findings set to be considered by the Infrastructure Working Group. Discussion led by Commissioner Tiffany Moore. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Election of Community Development Commission Vice Chair. Election will be held by the presiding officer. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 6. Update from the CDC Strategy Working Group. Discussion led by Commissioner Tisha. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no …
My Community Needs The Annual Action Plan decides how to distribute approximately $14 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The programs from this grant fund affordable housing, job creation, and public service needs for low- and moderate-income families, persons with disabilities, and seniors. Tuesday, May 12th at Community Development Commission Austin City Hall (301 W. 2 Street) nd Thursday, May 21st at Austin City Council Austin City Hall (301 W. 2 Street) nd Learn more at SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds Share your community needs by attending a Public Hearing and/or filling out the Needs Assessment Survey that informs the Action Plan. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub El Plan de Acción Anual decide cómo distribuir aproximadamente $14 millones en subvenciones de Servicios de Vivienda de Austin y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD). Los programas de esta subvención financian viviendas asequibles, la creación de empleo y las necesidades de servicios públicos para familias de ingresos bajos y moderados, personas con discapacidad y personas mayores. Mis necesidades comunitarias Martes 12 de mayo en la Comisión de Desarrollo Comunitario Ayuntamiento de Austin (301 W. 2nd Street) Jueves 21 de mayo en el Ayuntamiento de Austin Ayuntamiento de Austin (301 W. 2nd Street) Obtenga más información en SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds_esp Comparta las necesidades de su comunidad asistiendo a una Audiencia Pública y/o completando la Encuesta de Evaluación de Necesidades que informa el Plan de Acción. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES MARCH 10th, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on MARCH 10th, 2026, at CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSION ROOM, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Cynthia Jaso Jenny Achilles Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Lyric Wardlow Tiffany Moore Raul Longoria Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Cassandra Medrano Ebonie Oliver JoAnne Ortiz Sonia Martinez Nyeka Arnold Taniquewa Brewster Valerie Menard Tisha-Vonique Hood Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon CALL TO ORDER Chair Elias called the meeting to order at 6:31 PM. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. Susana Almanza provided public comment. Zenobia Joseph provided public comment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the CDC Regular meeting on February 10th, 2026. The minutes of the February 10th, 2026 meeting were approved on Commissioner Longoria’s motion, Commissioner Lyric’s second, on a 13-0 vote. Commissioner Tisha was off the dais STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. 3. Staff briefing regarding Austin Housing activities and outcomes will be included in Item 5 “Update on the Austin Housing Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) and Anti-Displacement Community Acquisition Program (ADCAP) programs”. Presentation by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Update on the CDC Annual Retreat. Discussion led by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. Discussed. 5. Update on the Austin Housing Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) and Anti-Displacement Community Acquisition Program (ADCAP) programs. Discussion led by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. Discussed. 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 by calling 512-974-1606 at least 2 days prior to the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at …
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14th, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on APRIL 14th, 2026, at CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSION ROOM, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Cynthia Jaso Jenny Achilles Lyric Wardlow Tiffany Moore Raul Longoria Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nyeka Arnold (Vice Chair) Cassandra Medrano Ebonie Oliver JoAnne Ortiz Sonia Martinez Taniquewa Brewster Valerie Menard Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Tisha-Vonique Hood Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon CALL TO ORDER Chair Elias called the meeting to order at 6:41 PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. Susana Almanza provided public comment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the CDC Regular meeting on March 10th, 2026. Postponement for the next meeting. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. The presentation was made by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation on the Public Hearing on Needs Assessment for Annual Action Plan. Presentation by Veronica Samo, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Housing. The presentation was made by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Discussion and possible action on the Neighborhood Services Unit’s mission statement. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. The following amendment was made by Vice Chair Arnold and seconded by Commissioner Jaso. The amendment was to revise the section to state: “The Neighborhood Services Unit aims to improve the lives and health of people experiencing poverty by providing public health and social services in and connecting residents of Austin and Travis County to community resources.” The amendment was approved on an 11-0 vote. Commissioner Medrano was off the dais. 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 by calling 512-974-1606 at …
Community Services Block Grant 2026 Contract Programmatic/Financial Report May 12, 2026 The Community Services Block Grant funds the delivery of services to low-income Texas residents in all 254 counties. These funds support a variety of direct services in addition to helping maintain the core administrative elements of community action agencies. For the City of Austin, the grant provides funding for the delivery of basic needs, case management, preventive health and employment support services through the City’s seven (7) Neighborhood Centers. Mission: The Neighborhood Services Unit aims to improve the lives and health of people experiencing poverty by providing public health and social services and connecting residents of Austin and Travis County to community resources. ◼ Basic Needs (food, clothing, information and referral, notary services, transportation, car safety education and car seats, tax preparation, fans, Thanksgiving food baskets and other seasonal activities); ◼ Preventive Health (screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar including a1C, and cholesterol; pregnancy testing; health promotion presentations, coordination and participation in health fairs, immunizations, coordination of wellness activities, linkages to medical home providers and diabetes case management); ◼ Case Management (individual/family support counseling, advocacy, self-sufficiency case management, crisis intervention, linkages with employers, educational opportunities and training, and working with individuals on quality-of-life issues); ◼ Employment Support (intake, assessment and goal setting, job readiness training, job placement assistance, and job retention services) Expenditures Categories 2026 Contract Budget Cumulative Expenditures as of 3/31/26 % of Total Personnel Fringe Benefits Other Total $206,592.14 $118,498.91 $855,640 $325,091.05 38% 1 Transition Out of Poverty Goal Goal Achieved TOP Individuals who transitioned out of poverty 41 17 Success Rate% 41% Austin Public Health Report on PY26 Community Action Plan MISSION: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of our community. TOP 5 NEEDS: Housing; Basic Needs; Employment; Health; Income Report Date: March FNPI Outcome Description Target #Enrolled #Achieved Success Rate % 4 4E 5 5B 5D SRV 4C 4I 5A 5JJ 7A 7B 7D 7N Housing Households who avoided eviction Health and Social/Behavioral Development Individuals who demonstrated improved physical health and well being Individuals who improved skills related to the adult role of parents/caregivers Service Description Rent Payments Utility Payments Immunizations (Flu) Food Distribution Case Management Eligibility Determinations Transportation Emergency Clothing 3A.1 Total number of volunteer hours donated to the Agency Programmatic/Administrative Updates 700 94 94 13% #Enrolled #Achieved Success Rate % 20 50 45 40 80% Number Served 94 A Year …
A G E N D A I T E M — C A P I T A L M E T R O ( C M T A ) Cap Metro Bus Stop Infrastructure: Accountability & Equity Gap Analysis 25 high-demand stops · 5 council districts · Austin 311 records FY2022–2026 Ameritech Consulting Group Tiffany Moore · May 2026 M I S S I N G S H E LT E R 80% T I C K E T S U N R E S O LV E D 77.4% A D A - R E L AT E D C O M P L A I N T S 342 of high-priority stops have no shelter — riders exposed at Austin's busiest boarding locations 1,104 of 1,427 service tickets remain open — with zero confirmed repairs from either agency ADA-flagged records in baseline window; 83–84% unresolved annually & 30.9M rider-exposure-days during active disrepair 311 + amenity audit 311 complaint records ADA violation dataset T O P 5 H I G H E S T- R I S K S T O P S I S S U E AT T R I B U T I O N B Y A G E N C Y 1 1609 Lavaca / 17th St (Midblock) 142 tickets · 19 safety Capital Metro (CMTA) 2 Guadalupe / 16th Street 3 Lavaca / 4th Street 4 Guadalupe / W. 21st Street 5 UT Dean Keeton Station (NB) All 5 stops: missing shelter & bench · 3+ years undocumented disrepair 138 tickets · score 99.4 City of Austin Other / Unattributed 135 tickets · 12 safety 112 tickets · 13 safety 98 tickets · 13 safety Problems span both agencies — requiring joint corrective action, not single-agency response. All 5 analyzed council districts receive an overall grade of F on response rate, ticket age, amenity gap, and tickets per stop. ZERO CAPITAL PLAN ON RECORD No stop appears in any City CIP memo, CapMetro CFO report, or audit plan. Zero budget allocation confirmed across 39 agency documents reviewed. 82.6% 12.4% 5.0% Data sources: Austin 311 Open Records (1.25M records, FY2022–Apr 2026) · GTFS trip counts · City CIP memos · CapMetro CFO Report · ADA complaint records · Stop amenity Ameritech Consulting Group · tiffany@a-techconsulting.com · a-
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING April 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, 78701 AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the CDC 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 Miguel Lopez, (512) 975-1575, Miguel.lopez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Noe Elias, Chair, Montopolis Nyeka Arnold, North Austin Tisha-Vonique Hood, Public Sector Raul E. Longoria, South Austin Cassandra Medrano, South Austin Tiffany Moore, Public Sector Ebonie Oliver, Colony Park Jenny E. Achilles, Vice Chair, Private Sector Taniquewa S. Brewster, Rosewood-Zaragosa Cynthia Jaso, Dove Springs Sonia Martinez, East Austin Valerie Menard, St. John’s Jo Anne Ortiz, Public Sector Lyric E. Wardlow, Public Sector AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 CDC Regular meeting on March 10, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation on the Public Hearing on Needs Assessment for Annual Action Plan. Presentation by Veronica Samo, Public Information and Marketing Program Manager, and Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Austin Housing. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion and possible action on the Neighborhood Services Unit’s mission statement. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. Discussion and possible action concerning the Acquisition of Montopolis/Fairway property by the city of Austin for the future construction of deeply affordable housing. Presentation by Susana Almanza, Executive Director, People Organized in Defense of Earth and its Resources (PODER). Discussion and possible action concerning CDC recommendations for City of Austin Rental Assistance program. Discussion led by Chair Noe Elias and Vice Chair Nyeka Arnold. Discussion and possible action concerning the creation of an Infrastructure Working Group. This working group will focus on access to, and …
Community Services Block Grant 2026 Contract Programmatic/Financial Report April 14, 2026 The Community Services Block Grant funds the delivery of services to low-income Texas residents in all 254 counties. These funds support a variety of direct services in addition to helping maintain the core administrative elements of community action agencies. For the City of Austin, the grant provides funding for the delivery of basic needs, case management, preventive health and employment support services through the City’s seven (7) Neighborhood Centers. Mission: The Neighborhood Services Unit improves the lives and health of people experiencing poverty by providing public health and social services and connecting residents of Austin and Travis County to community resources. ◼ Basic Needs (food, clothing, information and referral, notary services, transportation, car safety education and car seats, tax preparation, fans, Thanksgiving food baskets and other seasonal activities); ◼ Preventive Health (screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar including a1C, and cholesterol; pregnancy testing; health promotion presentations, coordination and participation in health fairs, immunizations, coordination of wellness activities, linkages to medical home providers and diabetes case management); ◼ Case Management (individual/family support counseling, advocacy, self-sufficiency case management, crisis intervention, linkages with employers, educational opportunities and training, and working with individuals on quality-of-life issues); ◼ Employment Support (intake, assessment and goal setting, job readiness training, job placement assistance, and job retention services) Expenditures Categories 2026 Contract Budget Cumulative Expenditures as of 2/28/26 % of Total Personnel Fringe Benefits Other Total $131,194.64 $78,326.71 $382,620 $209,521.35 55% 1 Transition Out of Poverty Goal Goal Achieved TOP Individuals who transitioned out of poverty 41 11 Success Rate% 27% Austin Public Health Report on PY26 Community Action Plan MISSION: To prevent disease, promote health, and protect the well-being of our community. TOP 5 NEEDS: Housing; Basic Needs; Employment; Health; Income Report Date: February FNPI Outcome Description Target #Enrolled #Achieved Success Rate % 4 4E 5 5B 5D SRV 4C 4I 5A 5JJ 7A 7B 7D 7N Housing Households who avoided eviction Health and Social/Behavioral Development Individuals who demonstrated improved physical health and well being Individuals who improved skills related to the adult role of parents/caregivers Service Description Rent Payments Utility Payments Immunizations (Flu) Food Distribution Case Management Eligibility Determinations Transportation Emergency Clothing 3A.1 Total number of volunteer hours donated to the Agency Programmatic/Administrative Updates 700 53 53 8% #Enrolled #Achieved Success Rate % 20 50 10 7 70% Number Served 53 A Year Ago 16 …
• The Montopolis-Fairway Mixed Use Zoning & FLUM Case is a clear example of Environmental Racism. Montopolis is a predominantly low- income community with a majority of people of color. • Montopolis families are being squeezed out by luxury & unaffordable apartments. Thes new Apartments do not serve families. The majority of over 3,744 apartment units are 1- or 2- bedroom units. The Montopolis-Fairway Mix Use Case is currently zoned SF-3-GR- NP. The Montopolis-Fairway Mix Use case is a developers speculation case and here is the evidence: • On February 21, 2024 it was presentd as CS-MU-V-NP. • On May 17th, 2024, it was then presented as CS-DB90-NP • On September 19, 2025 is was presented as GR-V-NP • On January 22, 2026 is presented as GR-V-DB90-NP • We know where fundamental change is most urgently needed. Montopolis already has the highest concentration of multifamily, commercial and industrial zoning of any planning area in the city. Our green spaces, like our single-family zoning, are precious and limited. Help us to protect our families and our community by opposing clearly incompatible and unwelcome development. Montopolis has Currently has Over 3,744 apartment units. More units will be built in the near future. Montopolis Single family homes are being destroyed. We need to preserve our single family housing
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES MARCH 10th, 2026 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on MARCH 10th, 2026, at CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSION ROOM, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Cynthia Jaso Jenny Achilles Lyric Wardlow Tiffany Moore Raul Longoria Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Cassandra Medrano Ebonie Oliver JoAnne Ortiz Sonia Martinez Nyeka Arnold Taniquewa Brewster Valerie Menard Tisha-Vonique Hood Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Lorena Lopez Chavarin (Remotely) Miguel Lopez Nefertitti Jackmon CALL TO ORDER Chair Elias called the meeting to order at 6:31 PM, with 8 members present. Commissioner Longoria, Arnold and Medrano joined the dais at 6:37 PM, bringing the total to 11 members present. Commissioners Menard, Tisha, and Brewster joined the dais at 6:42 PM, bringing the total 14 Commissioners present. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. Susana Almanza from PODER spoke regarding the Equity Overlay. Zenobia Joseph spoke regarding bus shelters and infrastructure on Mopac. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the CDC Regular meeting on February 10th, 2026. On Commissioner Longoria's motion, Commissioner Lyric seconded, and February 10th, 2026, the minutes were approved on a 12-0-1 vote. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes. Presentation by Angel Zambrano, Program Manager III, Austin Public Health. Angel Zambrano presented on the Community Services Block Grant. 3. Staff briefing regarding Austin Housing activities and outcomes will be included in Item 5 “Update on the Austin Housing Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) and Anti-Displacement Community Acquisition Program (ADCAP) programs”. Presentation by Nefertitti Jackmon, Community Displacement Prevention Officer, Austin Housing. Nefertitti Jackmon presented. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Update on the CDC Annual Retreat. Discussion led by Miguel Lopez, Planner I, Austin Housing. 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 by calling 512-974-1606 at least 2 days prior to the meeting date. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more …
My Community Needs The Annual Action Plan decides how to distribute approximately $14 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The programs from this grant fund affordable housing, job creation, and public service needs for low- and moderate-income families, persons with disabilities, and seniors. Tuesday, April 14th at Community Development Commission nd Austin City Hall (301 W. 2 Street) Thursday, April 23rd at Austin City Council Austin City Hall (301 W. 2 Street) nd Learn more at SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds Share your community needs by attending a Public Hearing and/or filling out the Needs Assessment Survey that informs the Action Plan. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub El Plan de Acción Anual decide cómo distribuir aproximadamente $14 millones en subvenciones de Servicios de Vivienda de Austin y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD). Los programas de esta subvención financian viviendas asequibles, la creación de empleo y las necesidades de servicios públicos para familias de ingresos bajos y moderados, personas con discapacidad y personas mayores. Mis necesidades comunitarias Martes 14 de abril en la Comisión de Desarrollo Comunitario Ayuntamiento de Austin (301 W. 2nd Street) Jueves 23 de abril en el Ayuntamiento de Austin Ayuntamiento de Austin (301 W. 2nd Street) Obtenga más información en SpeakUpAustin.org/MyCommunityNeeds_esp Comparta las necesidades de su comunidad asistiendo a una Audiencia Pública y/o completando la Encuesta de Evaluación de Necesidades que informa el Plan de Acción. (512) 974-3100 | Housing@AustinTexas.govAustinTexas.gov/Housing | SpeakUpAustin.org/HousingHub
