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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC) MEETING August 12, 2025 – 6:30 pm Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions – Room 1101 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Community Development Commission may be participating by video conference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3108 or edward.blake@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Jo Anne Ortiz Public Sector Appointee Cassandra Medrano South Austin Cynthia Jaso Dove Springs Jenny E. Achilles Private Sector Appointee Nyeka Arnold North Austin Valerie Menard St. John’s Jose Noe Elias Montopolis Raul E Longoria Public Sector Appointee South Austin Sonia Martinez East Austin Lyric E. Wardlow Public Sector Appointee Ebonie D. Trice Colony Park Tisha-Vonique Hood Public Sector Appointee Taniquewa S. Brewster Rosewood- Zaragosa/Blackland Vacant Private Sector Appointee Vacant Public Sector Appointee Please visit https://austintexas.gov/cdc for more information about the Community Development Commission. Purpose: The purpose of the board is to advise the Council in the development and implementation of programs designed to serve the poor and the community at large with an emphasis on federally funded programs. 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 July 8, 2025, Community Development Commission meeting minutes. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action on the updated gap financing application process, highlight recent rewards, and request two Community Development Commissioners to volunteer to the Housing Investment Review Committee (HIRC) (Chris Duran, Financial Analyst IV and Ellis Morgan, Financial Analyst IV, Austin Housing). 3. Discussion and possible action on the proposed 2026 CSBG Budget and Community Action Plan (Jill Smith, Acting Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit, Austin Public Health). PUBLIC HEARING 4. Conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2026 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, …
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION DRAFT MEETING MINUTES JULY 8th, 2025 The COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR MEETING on JULY 8, 2025, at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center- Room 1405, in Austin, Texas. Some members of the commission participated by video conference. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Cynthia Jaso Lyric Wardlow Sonia Martinez Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Cassandra Medrano Ebonie Trice Jenny Achilles (Vice Chair) Jo Anne Ortiz Nyeka Arnold Raul Longoria Taniquewa Brewster Tisha-Vonique Hood Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Jose Noe Elias (Chair) Valerie Menard Staff Members in Attendance: Angel Zambrano Ed Blake Lorena Lopez Chavarin (remotely) Mandy DeMayo Nefertitti Jackmon CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Jaso called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM, with 11 members in attendance. Commissioner Brewster joined the dais at 8:11 PM. Vice Chair Achilles left the dais around 8:39 PM, reducing the total number of commissioners present to 10. After resolving technical issues, quorum was achieved at 8:50 PM, with 8 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. Elisa R. Montoya and Bertha Delgado signed up to speak. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the June 10th, 2025, Community Development Commission meeting minutes. On Commissioner Medrano’s motion, Commissioner Lyric seconded, the June 10th, 2025, minutes were approved on an 8-0-0 vote. Commissioners Tisha, Brewster, and Longoria were off the dais. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action to approve the Annual Internal Review (Chair Elias). Nefertitti Jackmon presented on behalf of Chair Elias. 3. Discussion and action to approve the City's Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Action Plan that will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development as part of the City's application for federal funding (Mandy DeMayo Interim Director, Housing Department). Mandy DeMayo presented. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation regarding the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) activities and outcomes (Angel Zambrano, Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit, Austin Public Health). Angel Zambrano presented. 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. …
City of Austin Housing Department Community Development Commission August 2025 Meeting Discussion of the Housing Development Assistance Gap Financing Program & the Housing Investment Review Committee (HIRC) Agenda HDA Gap Financing Application Process: High-Level Overview Housing Investment Review Committee Recent Example RHDA & OHDA Projects Q&A Request: Nomination of 2 HIRC Members HDA Gap Financing Application Process: High Level Overview The Austin Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) is a public, nonprofit corporation and instrumentality of the City of Austin, with a mission to generate and implement strategic housing solutions for the benefit of low- and moderate- income residents in Austin. The Housing Development Assistance (HDA) division administers multiple programs. Including: developer incentives, fee waivers, issuance of tax- exempt bonds, and gap financing. Gap financing in affordable housing development is typically the final piece of funding needed after other sources have been assembled. Rental and ownership gap financing programs provide funding through loans to developers in exchange for affordability restrictions on the property. 4 Overview of New HDA Funding Application Process Initial Staff Application Review: Eligibility Checklist & Application Scoring Housing Department Leadership Team Meeting & Funding Recommendations to the AHFC Board Staff Application Processing, Underwriting & Analysis Interdepartmental Review Panel Housing Investment Review Committee (HIRC) Meeting AHFC Board Consideration & Funding Award Move forward to loan closing process 5 Housing Investment Review Committee (HIRC) HIRC Background The Austin City Council adopted a Resolution in 2007 which established a Housing Bond Review Committee that was retitled the Housing Investment Review Committee (HIRC) in 2018. Per the Resolution, the HIRC is to be comprised of 3 members of the public at- large and 2 Community Development Commission (CDC) Commissioners. The present-day HIRC is tasked with the biannual review of RHDA and OHDA project applications. The HIRC does not recommend applications for financing, but rather, plays an important role in the application review process, identifying areas of concern or approval associated with respective developments. 7 HIRC Member Responsibilities HIRC members are responsible for the following on a biannual basis: 1.) Review of RHDA & OHDA applications. 2.) Attendance of HIRC pre-meeting with staff (typically virtual). 3.) Attendance of HIRC meeting with applicants and staff (typically virtual). 4.) Submission of post-HIRC meeting feedback on each project to staff. HIRC Meeting Format Staff presents a slide for each project application. Developer gives a high-level summary of the project. HIRC members and staff have the opportunity to …
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) 2026 Community Action Plan and Budget Community Development Commission August 12, 2025 Jill Smith, Acting Manager, Neighborhood Services Unit Public Hearing Requirements The proposed estimated 2026 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” 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 Top 5 Needs* Housing Basic Needs Employment Health Income/Financial *Ranked in order of importance according to the 2024 CSBG Community Needs Assessment Deep Poverty Rates in 2022 7.4 6.6 6.5 6.1 4.1 3.7 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 5.8 4.3 2 Travis County (total 12.1% of people) Texas (18.1 % of people) United States (16.3% of people) 50% or less (deep poverty) 100% federal poverty line 125% or less near poverty Source: ACS 2022 1-Year Estimate Poverty Rates by Race & Ethnicity 19.7 18.6 21.3 16.8 8.4 9.2 9.5 10.1 15.3 12.8 10.4 6.6 25 20 15 10 5 0 Travis County Texas United States White (not Hispanic) Black or African American Asian Hispanic or Latino Source: ACS 2022 1 year estimates Neighborhood Center Locations Neighborhood Center Locations Provision of Nutritious Foods Food Pantry Services Fresh Food for Families Healthy Options Program for the Elderly (HOPE) Mobile Food Pantry Food Recovery Programs 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 passes) ➢ Crisis intervention & short-term counseling ➢ Budgeting and financial counseling ❖ Services provided by licensed social workers. National Performance Indicators …
Notice of Public Hearing 2026 Proposed Community Action Plan And 2026 Budget for the Community Services Block Grant When: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 6:30 pm Where: Boards and Commissions Room at City Hall 301 West 2nd Street, Room 1101 Austin, Texas 78701 For more Information contact: Angel Zambrano 512-972-6750 Angel.Zambrano@ austintexas.gov Parking at City Hall Parking garage will be validated Aviso de audiencia pública Plan de Acción Comunitaria propuesto 2026 y Presupuesto de 2026 para el Programa de Subsidio Globales para los Servicios Comuni- tarios (CSBG) Cuándo: Martes 12 de Agosto de 2025 6:30 pm Dónde: Sala de juntas y comisiones en City Hall 301 West 2nd Street, #1101 Austin, Texas 78701 El estacionamiento a City Hall Ayuntamiento será validado Para más información, comuníquese con: Angel Zambrano 512-972-6750 Angel.Zambrano @austintexas.gov
Self Sufficiency Case Management Services Neighborhood Services Unit Jill Smith, LMSW Self Sufficiency Services CY 2025 + 75 households served (thru 06/30) + 17 people in 12 households transitioned out of poverty by providing 3 months of income documentation + 42 household assisted to reduce/eliminate income barriers with financial assistance J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 2 Satisfaction Survey + In July, e-mails were sent to 79 client e-mail addresses. + 10 or 13% of clients e-mailed responded. + 80% would recommend the program to a friend or relative 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 80% of clients would recommend this service to a friend or relative. 7 1 2 Agree Not Sure Strongly Agree J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 3 80% of clients report being satisfied with the Self-Sufficiency program. 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 7 1 1 1 Neutral Satisfied Unsatisfied Very Satisfied J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 4 90% of clients agreed their case manager was easy to contact. 0 2 4 6 8 10 Strongly Agree 9 Strongly Disagree 1 J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 5 80% of clients agree their case manager helped them find services (e.g., jobs, healthcare, supports, etc.) Disagree 10% Not Sure 10% Agree 20% Strongly Agree 60% J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 6 80% of clients agree their case manager cared about and listened to their needs. Not Sure 10% Disagree 10% Strongly Agree 80% J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 7 85% of clients report case management has made them more self-sufficient Disagree 10% Agree 20% Strongly Agree 70% J u l y 2 0 2 5 S S C M 8 When asked what additional services would be helpful, clients said… Positive Experience Additional Needs + “I facing an eviction. No rental assistance around much. The City been a blessing they helped me.” + I got denied for my food stamp renewal. I know I qualify again. But I have had to wait for my appointment with Community foundation center. For the last month I have been struggling getting food. I've utilized the food pantries in my area, but they are exhausted …
EAST AUSTIN PARKING UPDATE Community Development Commission Curtis Rogers, Parking Enterprise Project Coordinator | August 12, 2025 AGENDA • Background • Curb Management Solutions • Community Engagement • Feedback / Adjustments to Plan • Phase 1 Parking Changes (limited rollout) • Timeline • Future Steps 2 BACKGROUND - PTMD • PTMD = Parking & Transportation Management District. • East Austin PTMD established in 2015. • 51% of parking revenue for district mobility improvements. 3 BACKGROUND – PARKING CHALLENGE Parking Challenge • • Pressure from downtown and East 6th St. have led to more residents asking to restrict parking on their blocks. Drivers continue to park farther east, leading to more parking restrictions, block-by-block. Proposed Solution • TPW created a comprehensive plan to address challenges for residents, businesses, and needs of workers/visitors to the area. 4 CURB MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Paid Parking (Metered and/or Mobile) • Paid Parking is a tool to encourage turnover and increase availability for short-term parking needs. Hybrid RPP Parking • Piloted in South Congress area, allows public parking during the day with meters/signage, with resident-only parking generally in the evenings. RPP-permitted vehicles are allowed to park at all times in Hybrid zones. Residential Permit Parking (RPP) • RPP allows residential areas to restrict parking to local residents and their guests during peak parking hours. 5 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT • Dec 2024 – Community meeting at Sanchez Elementary School • Feb 2025 – Presentation and discussion with East Cesar Chavez Contact Team • April 2025 – Distributed flyers to homes in potential expansion zone for online survey & meeting date • April 2025 – Presentation and discussion with community at Christ Church 6 FEEDBACK / ADJUSTMENTS What We Heard • • • Residents like existing RPP Residents need help near Saltillo/Scoot Inn/Cosmic and I-35 crossings Sanchez Elementary Parents Need Options Updates Based on Feedback • • • Add Pay-to-Park and Hybrid near Saltillo/Scoot Inn/Cosmic and ECC & 35 Add Hybrid on 1200 Holly St Limit expansion to observe changes and introduce neighborhood to Hybrid • Work with Sanchez Elementary to offer parking assistance to parents 7 Current Parking Regulations RPP P2P 2 HOUR RPP = Residential Permit Parking P2P = Pay to Park Current + Proposed Phase 1 Parking Regulations RPP P2P 2 HOUR New P2P Hybrid RPP RPP = Residential Permit Parking P2P = Pay to Park TIMELINE Community meeting at Sanchez Elementary School Dec 2024 Dropped flyers …
Anti-Displacement Community Acquisition Program (ADCAP) Review and Recommendations for Consideration Chase Bryan, Senior Planner Housing Department August 2025 Content ADCAP Background & Overview Findings from the Staff Report Recommendations from the Staff Report Implementation Options & Next Steps ADCAP Background & Overview Creation 2020 community advocacy for rapid acquisition funds for 501(c)3 community development organizations, allocated from the $300 million in Project Connect Anti-Displacement Funding ADCAP created in December 2021 after direction from Council Resolution No. 20210204-062 $8 million allocation 2 main functions of ADCAP: – Protect housing and land from speculation in gentrifying areas – Support nonprofit community development organizations 4 ADCAP Guideline Overview Zero-interest forgivable or non-forgivable loans (AHFC discretion) for real property acquisition Rolling application with a relatively quick award timeline Available to 501(c)3 nonprofit developers Small sites (1 acre or less) May only be used within a Displacement Risk Census Tract and within 1 mile of a Project Connect bus or rail line Income requirements: – At least half of the housing units must be affordable to households earning 50%MFI (rental) or 80%MFI (owner) – Affordability periods are 40 years for rental and 99 years for ownership 5 ADCAP Awards to Date, 2022-2024 6 ADCAP Awards to Date $8 million allocated $3,600,000 awarded $4,400,000 remaining Project Owners + Partners 8402 Garcreek Cir. 3306 Vintage Hills 300 Carmen Court 302 Carmen Court 8301 Riverstone Dr. 806 Vargas Rd. 8418 Riverstone Dr. Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority + Equidad ATX Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation Austin Revitalization Authority Affordable (income- restricted) Units 4 units, rental, (4) 2- bed 4 units, rental, (4) 2- bed 4 units, rental, (2) 2- bed, (2) 1-bed 4 units, rental, (2) 2- bed, (2) 1-bed 3 units, ownership, (4) 3-bed 2 units, ownership, (1) 2-bed, (1) 3-bed 4 units, rental, (4) 2- bed Award Amount $458,000 $780,000 $650,000 $650,000 $150,163 $240,000 $674,000 Lot Size (acres) Year of Acquisition 0.36 0.23 0.21 0.22 0.31 0.15 0.23 2022 2023 2023 2023 2024 2024 2024 7 ADCAP Awards to Date $8 million allocated $3,600,000 awarded $4,400,000 remaining Project Owners + Partners 8402 Garcreek Cir. 3306 Vintage Hills 300 Carmen Court 302 Carmen Court 8301 Riverstone Dr. 806 Vargas Rd. 8418 Riverstone Dr. Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority Austin Revitalization Authority …
