Appeal Regarding the Urban Forester’s decision on the removal of a Cottonwood tree 20” Tree Located in the Right of Way on Crown Ct, Austin TX 1 INTENDED PURPOSE OF APPEAL: • To communicate and demonstrate the serious issues that these trees cause to the City and property owners of Crown Ct. • To demonstrate that removal of this tree is necessary and warranted. • To seek a modified opinion on the removal of this 20” Cottonwood tree. 2 SUBJECT TREE & LOCATION – Crown Ct, Austin TX A/C Unit 20” 3 Background Information on Cottonwood Trees • It is well documented that cottonwood trees are hazardous trees that are prone to rot from the inside out, with no visible signs of this decay on the outside of the tree. Trunk analysis is necessary to determine the extent of decay. • Their roots are known to damage pipes and other infrastructure. • Their “cotton fuzz” seeds are a serious fire hazard and nuisance for municipalities and property owners. • Hundreds, if not thousands, of municipalities in the US have banned these trees for the above reasons. 4 “The Dirt Doctor” Article on Cottonwood Trees: • The author, Howard Garret is: • Nationally syndicated Organic Gardening talk show host • Arborist and specialist in natural organic tree care • Columnist for the Dallas Morning News • Author of 15 books on organic gardening, landscaping and pest control • Chairman of Texas Organic Research Center (TORC) • Organic Advisory Board Texas Department of Agriculture • https://www.dirtdoctor.com/garden/Cottonwood_vq924.htm 5 The Dirt Doctor – Cottonwood Trees • FINAL SPACING: Do not plant • IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION: Cottonwood is a very fast growing, upright messy tree. It sends out cotton all over the place in the spring, has brittle wood and it has large limbs. Its root system is extremely shallow, ravenous and destructive. It normally will have quite a bit of dead wood in the tree. • PROBLEMS: Cottonwood is short lived, has a destructive root system and the cottony seed from the female plant is a nuisance and damaging to electrical appliances. Stressed trees are commonly attacked by borers. The root system is susceptible to cotton root rot and other root diseases. This is a dangerous tree because large limbs or the entire tree can fall on cars, structures and even people. This is one tree that should be removed from most residential property. 6 …
Request for a Modified Opinion on the Urban Forester’s decision for removal of a cottonwood tree 20” Tree Located in the Right of Way on Crown Ct, Austin TX 1 PROPERTY OWNER SEEKS A MODIFIED OPINION ON THE TREE’S REMOVAL: ‐ Remove tree at property owner’s expense. ‐ Plant at least one heritage species tree on owner’s property (or pay mitigation fee). ‐ No more damage to City or property owner’s infrastructure. ‐ No cost to the City of Austin. 2 What Complications Arise from Cottonwood Trees? Joshua Wilke | July 1, 2019 Cottonwoods are a trouble-making tree for many reasons. They have those irritating seeds that float into every nook and cranny, and sticky buds that fall off everywhere. These buds are troublesome to get off of cars and will stain carpets yellow if tracked inside. Even though they can practically grow all over the United States and in many environments, cottonwoods are not as resilient as they seem. They are a fast-growing species. In fact, they are the fastest growing trees in North America, growing 6 feet or more in height per year. This puts them at risk for having weaker, more porous wood than other types of trees. They have a propensity to be penetrated by infestations, to rot, and to break more easily. Because their weak wood is more likely than other trees to be diseased, rotten, or bug infested, they are more likely to die, break, and fall. The summer season is especially dangerous as it is a time when cottonwoods are growing too fast for their own good, thus making them more vulnerable to breakage. Because they grow so easily and quickly in many places, their root systems are likely to spread where they shouldn’t and tear underground things, like pipes, apart. They also are a major culprit in the destruction of wetlands and retaining ponds. https://www.skyhightreeremoval.com/2019/07/01/what‐complications‐arise‐from‐cottonwood‐trees/ 6 SUBJECT TREE & LOCATION Crown Ct, Austin TX 34” 20” 7 34” Tree and 20” Tree damaging property owner’s pipes • Property owner provided repair documents and pictures of pipe damage caused by these trees and their roots to the Urban Forester. • Large roots from both trees are on my water line. My pipes have been damaged multiple times. • Urban Forester was immediately dismissive of these facts. 8 9 10 11 12 13 URBAN FORESTER RE‐ASSESSMENT OF SITUATION: • Property owner had to seek …
Environmental Commission City of Austin Public Works Department ISA Certified Arborist, TX 3735‐A Tree Risk Assessment Qualified To: From: Lisa Killander Date: May 5, 2021 Re: Denial of request to remove –20‐inch Cottonwood in the Right‐of‐Way (ROW) located at 13213 Villa Park Drive, Austin, Texas Posting Language: Consider a request from a private property owner, Patrick Fulker to appeal the Urban Forester’s denial of application for an administrative approval, as provided for in City Code Section 6‐3‐91, to remove public trees located at 13213 Villa Park Drive, Austin, Texas 78729. City’s Determination: Denial of request to remove the following Public Tree: 20” COTTONWOOD TREE LOCATED WITHIN CITY ROW 13213 VILLA PARK DRIVE, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78729 Right of appeal: A person may appeal a denial to remove a Public Tree to the Environmental Commission under City Code Section 6‐3‐91. Action required of this Commission on appeal: The Commission may overrule, sustain, or modify the determination. City Code Section 6‐3‐93. Summary of the Title 6 Process: Prior to removing a tree on public property, a person must obtain approval from the Urban Forester. The Urban Forester will review the request and either approve or deny the request in accordance with City Code 6‐3‐73. If the Urban Forester denies the request to remove a public tree, a person may appeal the denial to the Environmental Commission. During the hearing on the appeal, both staff and the person appealing the Urban Forester’s decision may present written information and address the Commission. Following the hearing on the appeal, City Code 6‐3‐91 requires that the Environmental Commission sustain, modify, or overrule the Urban Forester’s decision regarding the tree/s in question. Background and Discussion In January 2020, Patrick Fulker, homeowner at 13213 Villa Park Dr, applied to the Development Services Department (DSD) for a permit to remove two protected Cottonwood trees, sizes 34 and 20 inches diameter at breast height (DBH). DSD forwarded the request to Public Works Forestry (PWF) to make a determination of ownership. On January 24, 2020 the site was visited by a Forestry Inspector who is also an ISA Certified Arborist. PWF informed DSD that the trees were in the ROW and should be preserved. DSD denied the permit as the trees were located in the City ROW and PWF determined the trees should remain. On August 26, 2020 the Program Manager visited the site with another PWF Arborist. A conditional assessment was …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C814-2020-0132 – Central Health PUD ZONING FROM: P ADDRESS: 601 East 15th Street SITE AREA: 14.343 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Travis County Healthcare District dba Central Health DISTRICT: 1 TO: PUD (Mike Geeslin, President and CEO) AGENT AND CASE MANAGER: City of Austin – Housing and Planning Department Jerry Rusthoven, 512-974-3207, jerry.rusthoven@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant planned unit development (PUD) district zoning, with the waivers of certain threshold requirements, and established site development standards, land uses, and Code modifications as outlined on pages 2 – 4. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: May 5, 2021: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: April 27, 2021: May 11, 2021: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: May 20, 2021: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: On December 11, 2014, Council adopted a Resolution directing Staff to create an innovation zone and initiated a Code amendment to establish land use regulations and land uses for the Travis County Healthcare District dba Central Health (formerly known as the Brackenridge Hospital campus). The purpose of the Code amendment was to: 1) establish land use regulations for the innovation district that considers higher density via the maximum floor-to- area (FAR) requirement and no maximum building height limitation, 2) negotiate interlocal agreements as necessary to implement the Code amendment and support dense development on the property, and 3) work with Central Health to establish a set of land uses for the Property. Please refer to Exhibit B. C814-2020-0132 Page 2 On November 20, 2019, a code amendment was initiated and reviewed by the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee (C20-2014-0130 – Central Health). On December 10, 2019, the Planning Commission recommended the code amendment with an additional condition that 100 residential units be affordable if multifamily residences are built on the property. The code amendment was scheduled for Council review in 2020, but withdrawn from the September 17, 2020 agenda. Planned unit development (PUD) zoning was determined to be the best way to accomplish the intent of the Code amendment and directed by Council Resolution No. 20201001-062. Please refer to Exhibit C. An application for PUD zoning was filed on November 12, 2020. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The proposed Central Health PUD is located at the southeast corner of the southbound IH 35 frontage road and East 15th Street, and extends to the terminus of Sabine Street to the south and Red River Street to the west. The property is zoned P, public, and …
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210505 002a Date: May 5, 2021 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Subject: PM2.5 Emissions Reduction Plan Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) currently maintains the 2019-2023 Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Regional Air Quality Plan; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the plan currently focuses on ozone pollution as the region has been close to violating ozone NAAQS levels for several years; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the Central Texas Clean Air Coalition (CAC) has decided to update the region’s voluntary air quality plan to include additional measures targeted at reducing regional PM2.5 air pollution and enhancing awareness of PM air pollution. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends updating the region’s voluntary air quality plan to include additional measures targeted at reducing regional PM2.5 air pollution and enhancing awareness of PM air pollution. Additionally, the Environmental Commission recommends the City of Austin implement PM2.5 emission reduction best management practices for City of Austin construction projects. VOTE 8-0 For: Bedford, Thompson, Brimer, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Bristol, and Guerrero Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Creel Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 1
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210505 003a Seconded by: Richard Brimer Date: May 5, 2021 Subject: Appeal request from Patrick Fulker at 13213 Villa Park Drive Motion by: Pam Thompson The Environmental Commission grants the request to remove the 20 inch Cottonwood tree located within the City of Austin Right-of-Way at 13213 Villa Park Drive, Austin, Texas 78729, at the owner’s expense with mitigation as determined by staff that would be satisfied either with planting at the owner’s expense or fiscal payment to the Urban Forest Replenishment Fund in lieu of planting. VOTE 6-2 For: Brimer, Thompson, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Bedford, and Bristol Against: Coyne, Guerrero Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Creel Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 1
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210505 003b Date: May 5, 2021 Seconded by: Katie Coyne Subject: Central Health Planned Unit Development, C814-2020-0132 Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting a to change zoning from P to PUD. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommends granting the requested planned unit development (PUD) district zoning, with waivers of certain threshold requirements, established site development standards, land uses, and Code modifications as outlined on backup information provided for this meeting. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends granting PUD district zoning for the site in accordance with the waivers and conditions provided in backup with the following Environmental Commission Condition: 1. The Environmental Commission requests the applicant increase, to the maximum extent practicable, their Austin Energy Green Building Rating to 3 or greater and integrate Functional Green principles where available. VOTE 8-0 Approved By: For: Bedford, Thompson, Brimer, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Bristol, and Guerrero Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Creel Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 5, 2021 The Environmental Commission convened in a public meeting on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications via remote video conferencing. Commissioners in Attendance: Pam Thompson Katie Coyne Kevin Ramberg Linda Guerrero Perry Bedford Audrey Barrett Bixler Rick Brimer Jennifer Bristol Commissioners Absent: Andrew Creel Staff in Attendance: Kaela Champlin Chris Herrington Liz Johnston Jerry Rusthoven Lisa Killander Keith Mars CALL TO ORDER Chair Guerrero called the meeting to order at 6:02 P.M. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. None 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the April 21, 2021 Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) The minutes of the April 21, 2021 Environmental Commission Meeting were approved on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Coyne’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Creel was absent. Commissioner Thompson was off the dais. 1 2. 3. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. PM2.5 Emissions Reduction Plan—Phoebe Romero, Environmental Program Coordinator, Office of Sustainability and Christiane Alepuz, Capital Area Council of Governments Regional Planning and Services Program Coordinator (30 minutes) A motion to recommend updating the region’s voluntary air quality plan to include additional measures targeted at reducing regional PM2.5 air pollution and enhancing awareness of PM air pollution was approved on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Bedford’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioner Creel was absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Consider a request from a private property owner, Patrick Fulker to appeal the Urban Forester’s denial of application for an administrative approval, as provided for in City Code Section 6-3-91, to remove public trees located at 13213 Villa Park Drive, Austin, Texas 78729 (30 minutes) A motion to close the public hearing was approved on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Thompson’s second on a 8-0 vote. A motion to deny Patrick Fulker’s appeal failed on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Guerrero’s second on a 4-2 vote. Those voting aye were Commissioners Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, and Guerrero. Those voting nay were Commissioners Thompson and Brimer. Those abstaining were Commissioners Bristol and Bedford. Commissioner Creel was absent. A motion to reopen the public hearing was approved unanimously on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion. A motion to close the public hearing was approved on Commissioner Guerrero’s motion, Commissioner Coyne’s …
Versión en español a continuación. Environmental Commission Regular Meeting April 21, 2021 Environmental Commission to be held April 21, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications. Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (April 20, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the April 21, 2021 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). •Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live 1 Reunión del Environmental Commission FECHA de la reunion (21 de abril de 2021) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (20 de abril de 2021 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para …
Committee Chair Responsibilities Ensure compliance with City Code Ensure compliance with Texas Open Meetings Act Coordinate with staff liaison to post agendas 72 hours in advance A quorum must be present to conduct committee meetings o A quorum of the committee is at least three committee members. o No more than five commission members may attend a meeting. The EC Bylaws include all established committees and their duties. These duties must be approved by the Council Audit and Finance Committee. The Committee Chair is responsible for completing and presenting annual reports to the full Commission and filing the report with the Office of Chief Clerk and the Watershed Protection Department on or before January 31st each year. o It is the full responsibility of the Committee Chair to complete this report. The report must include the following: (1) a statement of the board’s mission and a description of the board’s actions in furtherance of that mission during the previous calendar year; and (2) the board’s goals and objectives for the new calendar year. After a meeting has been held, it is the responsibility of the committee chair to provide a report on the issues the committee is working on during the Environmental Commission Committee Reports each meeting. Meeting requirements Per City Code, committees must meet on a regularly scheduled basis at least quarterly. It is the responsibility of the Committee Chair to request these meetings to be scheduled. In order to provide adequate scheduling time and posting requirements, please comply with the following deadlines: o 3 weeks in advance, contact the liaison to schedule the meeting & notify liaison o At least 10 days before the meeting, review and approve the final agenda with of draft agenda items. the staff liaison. Committee Recommendations If a recommendation is passed during a committee meeting, provide the completed motion form to the staff liaison before the end of the committee meeting. o Writing must be complete and legible & recommendations must be read into the record during the meeting. It is important that recommendations are uploaded to the Environmental Commission website as soon as possible. Within 24 hours, the liaison will email a draft copy of the typed recommendation to the committee Chair. Respond with corrections &/signature within 24 hours if possible. Purview of Commission Chair The Environmental Commission Chair …
Updated April 2021 Environmental Commission Committee Members Committee Name Urban Growth Policy & Water Quality Protection Committee Chair Pam Thompson Urban Forestry Committee Vacant Members Perry Bedford Pam Thompson Kevin Ramberg Vacant position 4 Vacant position 5 Pam Thompson Linda Guerrero Vacant position 3 Vacant position 4 Vacant position 5 Other Committee Memberships Committee Name Joint Environmental/Parks Board Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan Citizen’s Advisory Committee Joint Sustainability Committee* South Central Waterfront Advisory Board* Members Linda Guerrero Pam Thompson Vacant position 3 Vacant position 4 Kevin Ramberg Katie Coyne Linda Guerrero * Member is elected by Council to serve a 2 year or 4 year term membership.
Pamela Abee-Taulli Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department BRAKER VALLEY SUBDIVISION 4806 BLUE GOOSE RD. C8-2020-0112 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 1 PROJECT LOCATION Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the- ground survey and represents only the approximate relative location of property boundaries. This product has been produced by the Watershed Protection Department for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 2 0510Miles[ PROPERTY DATA • Walnut Creek Watershed • Suburban Classification • Desired Development Zone Zone • Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Critical Water Quality • Wetland Critical Environmental Feature • Council District: 1 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 3 [ DEVELOPMENT DATA • Minor CWQZ buffer 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 4 [ DEVELOPMENT DATA • Intermediate CWQZ buffer • Minimal slopes over 15% 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 5 [ DEVELOPMENT DATA • Intermediate CWQZ buffer • Minimal slopes over 15% • Wetland CEF Wetlands 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 6 [ BUFFER AVERAGING 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 7 BUFFER AVERAGING 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 8 SLOPES & GRADING 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 9 VARIANCE REQUEST 1 • Variance to 25-8-341 to cut over 4 feet to 11.26 feet. 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 10 VARIANCE REQUEST 2 • Variance to 25-8-342 to fill over 4 feet to 16.73 feet. 4/21/2021 BRAKER VALLEY C8-2020-0112 11
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: April 21, 20121 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Braker Valley Subdivision C8-2020-0112 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Chris Rawls BGE, Inc. LOCATION: 4806 Blue Goose Rd., Austin, TX 78754 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: WATERSHED: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department, 512.974.1879, pamela.abee- taulli@austintexas.gov. Walnut Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Variance request is as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over four feet STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITIONS: 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to to 11.5 feet. 17 feet. Staff recommends these variances, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. In the two locations where roadways cross the Critical Water Quality Zone, culverts will be provided for the entire width of the half-Critical Water Quality Zone. This avoids the flow pinch-point of the single, narrow culvert originally proposed. Revegetation for all areas of the stormwater pond that are not covered by dam safety regulations will be with Standard Specifications Manual 609S Native Seeding and Planting for Restoration, using a selection of low- growing, non-woody vegetation that can be mowed. Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: Braker Valley Subdivision 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over four 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 11.5 feet. feet to 17 feet. Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. A. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the City Code: 1. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Yes The proposed grading is of a scope that is typical in uplands areas for the construction of required stormwater control ponds. The Land Development Code does not allow grading for stormwater control measures within 100’ of a classified waterway [25-8-341(A)(4)(c) & 25-8-342(A)(4)(c)]. However, in-line wet ponds, such as the one proposed, are allowed in the CWQZ per 25-8-261(F) if designed according to the Environmental Criteria Manual (ECM). However, the Environmental Criteria Manual requires wet ponds to have a permanent pool depth of six (6) to eight (8) feet. Unless the channel has steep slopes, it is difficult to design …
Case No.: (City use only) Environmental Resource Inventory For the City of Austin Related to LDC 25-8-121, City Code 30-5-121, ECM 1.3.0 & 1.10.0 The ERI is required for projects that meet one or more of the criteria listed in LDC 25-8-121(A), City Code 30-5-121(A). 1. SITE/PROJECT NAME: Braker Valley Tract 2. COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT PROPERTY ID (#’s): 236613 & 236616 3. ADDRESS/LOCATION OF PROJECT: 11105 Cameron Rd. Austin, TX 78754 4. WATERSHED: Walnut Creek Watershed 5. THIS SITE IS WITHIN THE (Check all that apply) Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone* (See note below) .................. (cid:133)YES (cid:133)No Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone*.................................. (cid:133)YES (cid:133)No Edwards Aquifer 1500 ft Verification Zone* ....................... (cid:133)YES (cid:133)No Barton Spring Zone* .......................................................... (cid:133)YES (cid:133)No *(as defined by the City of Austin – LDC 25-8-2 or City Code 30-5-2) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Note: If the property is over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge zone, the Hydrogeologic Report and karst surveys must be completed and signed by a Professional Geoscientist Licensed in the State of Texas. 6. DOES THIS PROJECT PROPOSE FLOODPLAIN MODIFICATION?.......(cid:133)YES** (cid:133)NO ✔ If yes, then check all that apply: (cid:13) (1) The floodplain modifications proposed are necessary to protect the public health and safety; (cid:13) (2) The floodplain modifications proposed would provide a significant, demonstrable environmental benefit, as determined by a functional assessment of floodplain health as prescribed by the Environmental Criteria Manual (ECM), or (cid:13) (3) The floodplain modifications proposed are necessary for development allowed in the critical water quality zone under LDC 25-8-261 or 25-8-262, City Code 30-5-261 or 30-5-262. (cid:13) (4) The floodplain modifications proposed are outside of the Critical Water Quality Zone in an area determined to be in poor or fair condition by a functional assessment of floodplain health. ** If yes, then a functional assessment must be completed and attached to the ERI (see ECM 1.7 and Appendix X for forms and guidance) unless conditions 1 or 3 above apply. 7. IF THE SITE IS WITHIN AN URBAN OR SUBURBAN WATERSHED, DOES THIS PROJECT PROPOSE A UTILITY LINE PARALLEL TO AND WITHIN THE CRITICAL WATER QUALITY ZONE? ......................................................... (cid:133)YES*** (cid:133)NO ✔ ***If yes, then riparian restoration is required by LDC 25-8-261(E) or City Code 30-5-261(E) and a functional assessment must be completed and attached to the ERI (see ECM1.5 and Appendix X for forms and guidance). 0 8. There is a total of (#’s) Critical Environmental Feature(s)(CEFs) on or within150 …
1076 SPRINGDALE 1076 SPRINGDALE ROAD. SP-2019-0385C Hank Marley Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department 1 PROPERTY DATA • Tannehill Branch Watershed • Urban Watershed Classification • Desired Development Zone • City of Austin Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • Wetlands located on site • Council District #1 1076 Springdale NTS North 2 Vicinity Exhibit E. 12 St. & Airport Blvd. Givens District Park 1076 Springdale NTS North 3 Existing conditions 1076 Springdale NTS North 4 Variance Request • To allow development in a Critical Water Quality Zone (LDC 25-8-261) 5 Background • The site is a corner lot located at the intersection of Oak Springs Dr. and Springdale Rd. and proposes driveway connections to both urban roadways, which is comparable to many corner lot developments. • Development is limited in a Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) by LDC 25-8-261. • The proposed driveway to gain access to the site from Oak Springs Drive crosses a CWQZ. 6 Existing conditions Proposed location of driveway crossing CWQZ North NTS 7 Existing conditions Proposed driveway location crossing the CWQZ NTS North 8 Proposed Site Plan Enlargement Proposed driveway crossing the CWQZ NTS North 9 Proposed Site Plan Enlargement Proposed driveway crossing the CWQZ NTS North 0 1 Background (continued) • All of the parcel’s frontage along Oak Springs drive lies within a CWQZ. The portion of the CWQZ that would be disturbed with the proposed driveway consists of mowed vegetation devoid of riparian habitat. • The driveway connection proposes to disturb approximately 475 square feet of CWQZ out of the 32,000-SF of CWQZ located on site. This is a minimum deviation from code requirements necessary to allow a reasonable use of the property. 1 1 Background (continued) • The area that drains stormwater to the section of CWQZ proposed to be disturbed by the driveway connection, currently drains over a sidewalk into the roadway, eventually entering a nearby storm inlet that flows directly into the creek. • The proposed development plans to capture this drainage area and divert it to the biofiltration rain garden water quality pond, which will result in water quality that is greater than water quality achievable without the variance. 2 1 Variance Recommendation • Staff has determined that the required findings of fact have been met and recommends the following conditions: All landscape areas and any areas disturbed during construction to be …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: April 21, 2021 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: 1076 Springdale; SP-2019-0385C Brad Lingvai, WGI Engineering LOCATION: 1076 Springdale Rd., Austin, TX, 78721 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District # 1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: Hank Marley, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department, 512-974-2067, hank.marley@austintexas.gov Tannehill Branch Watershed, Urban, Desired Development Zone Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261 to allow development inside the Critical Water Quality Zone. Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. All landscape areas and any areas disturbed during construction to be planted with native species to the Central Texas region, to be selected from the City of Austin Grow Green Manual. Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: 1076 Springdale; SP-2019-0385C Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: To allow development inside the Critical Water Quality Zone (LDC 25-8-261). Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. A. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the City Code: 1. Yes The site is a corner lot located at the intersection of Oak Springs Dr. and The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Springdale Rd. and proposes driveway connections to both urban roadways, which is comparable to many corner lot developments. The majority of the parcel’s frontage along Oak Springs lies with a Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) (Figure 1), which coincides with the 100-year floodplain. The portion of the CWQZ that would be disturbed with the proposed driveway consists of mowed vegetation and is devoid of riparian habitat (Figure 2). The driveway connection proposes to disturb 475 square feet of CWQZ out of the 32,000-SF of CWQZ located on site. There are numerous driveways within the vicinity of this site that disturb similar square footage amounts or more within the CWQZ. 2. The variance: a) Yes Is not necessitated by the scale, layout, construction method, or other design decision made by the applicant, unless the design decision provides greater overall environmental protection than is achievable without the variance; A driveway connection to Oak Springs is a reasonable request as it would be difficult for drivers to turn left to head north onto Springdale in this …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: April 21, 2021 FM 620 and Anderson Mill RD Wastewater SER #4652 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Jewels Cain, Land Development Consultant, Armbrust & Brown, PLLC LOCATION: 11213 FM 620 Road, Austin, TX 78726 COUNCIL DISTRICT: Located partially in Austin’s full-purpose jurisdiction (District 6) and 2-Mile Extraterritorial Jurisdiction PROJECT FILING DATE: March 15, 2021 WPD/ENVIRONMENTAL STAFF: Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator (512) 974-3443, kaela.champlin@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF DETERMINATION: Bull Creek, Water Supply Suburban, Northern Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, Drinking Water Protection Zone Wastewater Service Extension Staff do not recommend this service extension request. MEMORANDUM April 16, 2021 Linda Guerrero, Chair, and Members of the Environmental Commission Kaela Champlin, Environmental Program Coordinator Watershed Protection Department TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: FM 620 and Anderson Mill Road SER #4652 Service Extension Requests (SER) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction require Council approval and review by the Environmental Commission. Watershed Protection Department staff have completed the review for FM 620 and Anderson Mill Road Wastewater SER #4652 and do not recommend approval of the request. Site Overview The site consists of a tract of approximately 34.40 acres, located at 11213 FM 620 Road. The site consists of 4 parcels; the northern three parcels consisting of 9.4 acres are located in the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction and the Birden tract, a 25-acre parcel, is located in the City’s 2- Mile ETJ and is adjacent to Council District 6. The site is in the Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban, and the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and the Northern Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. Service Extension Requests have been made on this site previously and were not recommended by Watershed Protection Department Staff. In 2016, a wastewater service extension request (SER #3880) was made for Broadstone 620/Birden Multi-family, a proposed multifamily development with 336 units on the southern 25-acre portion of the site. The SER was considered by the Environmental Commission on November 16, 2016, and the commission recommended against approval. Subsequently, the Water and Wastewater Commission did not make a recommendation on the SER and the applicant withdrew the service extension request. The staff memo, proposed SER, and Environmental Commission recommendation are attached as Exhibit A. 1 In 2018, water and wastewater SERs #4098 and 4099 were submitted for the …
FM 620 and Anderson Mill Road Wastewater Service Extension Request #4652 Request Summary • Request for wastewater service (175 LUEs) • 34.40 acres • Proposed multi‐family development (350 units) • Partially within City’s full‐purpose jurisdiction & 2‐ Mile ETJ • Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) • Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban • Northern Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • Adjacent to COA Council District #6 SER #4652 SER #4652 Site Location Austin City Limits Austin ETJ Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone Site Location 2‐Mile ETJ Full Purpose Jurisdiction Limited Purpose Jurisdiction SER #4652 Description of proposed extension: • Proposing to upgrade the existing Volente Lift Station, upgrade the existing force main that serves the lift station, and upgrade the downstream gravity collection system to provide the capacity necessary to serve the proposed development. • Within Austin Water Service Area SER #4652 Proposed Wastewater Extension Option #1 Map provided by AWU SER #4652 Proposed Wastewater Extension Option #2 Map provided by AWU SER Review & Evaluation • Headwaters tributary to Bull Creek • Contains 2 springs, 1 karst recharge feature, and 4 wetlands • Contains critical water quality zone & water quality transition zone to Bull Creek SER Review & Evaluation • The site is at the headwaters of federally‐listed threatened Jollyville Plateau salamander habitat. • Through prior scientific studies, WPD biologists identified a robust population of salamanders in this tributary. • Runoff from the development would flow downstream into habitat, and thus could negatively affect that salamander population. • As the intensity of development on the site increases, the probability of harm to salamander increases. Previous Service Extension Requests • 11/16/2016: Broadstone 620/Birden Multi‐family Wastewater SER (#3880) (Parcel 0175270305, 25‐acre tract) – Proposed multifamily development with 336 units – Not recommended by Environmental Commission & Wastewater Commission • • 10/05/2018: Birden Tract Water & Wastewater SERs (#4098 & 4099) (Parcel 0175270305, 25‐acre tract) – Proposed 138 single family residences (138 LUEs) – WPD staff did not support and applicant withdrew SERs. Staff Recommendation Staff does not recommend approval. Basis for recommendation: Staff review determined that there are significant environmental risks to extend service to the site. Contact Information Kaela Champlin Watershed Protection Department City of Austin (512) 974‐3443 kaela.champlin@austintexas.gov
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210421 003b Date: April 21, 2021 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Subject: 1076 Springdale, SP-2019-0385C Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting a variance from LDC 25- 8-261 to allow development inside the Critical Water Quality Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommends this variance (with one condition) having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following Staff Condition: 1. All landscape areas and any areas disturbed during construction will be planted with native species to the Central Texas region and will be selected from the City of Austin Grow Green Manual. VOTE 8-0 Approved By: For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Brimer, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, and Guerrero Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 1
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210421 003c Date: April 21, 2021 Seconded by: Pam Thompson Subject: FM 620 and Anderson Mill Road Wastewater SER #4652 Motion by: Katie Coyne RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Service Extension Requests (SER) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone and outside of the City of Austin’s full purpose jurisdiction require Council approval and review by the Environmental Commission; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Watershed Protection Department staff have completed the review for FM 620 and Anderson Mill Road Wastewater SER #4652 and do not recommend approval of the request; WHEREAS, this site is the headwaters of Bull Creek; contains two springs, one karst recharge feature, and four wetlands; and is in the critical water quality zone & water quality transition zone to Bull Creek; WHEREAS, this site is at the headwaters of federally‐listed threatened Jollyville Plateau salamander habitat; WHEREAS, through prior scientific studies, WPD biologists identified a robust population of salamanders in this tributary; WHEREAS, the runoff from the development would flow downstream into habitat, and thus could negatively affect that salamander population; and WHEREAS, the intensity of development on the site increases, the probability of harm to salamander increases. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends denial of the proposed wastewater service extension request. VOTE 6-1 For: Bedford, Thompson, Brimer, Coyne, Barrett Bixler, and Guerrero Against: Creel Abstain: None Recuse: Ramberg Absent: None Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 2
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210421 003a Date: April 21, 2021 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Subject: Braker Valley Subdivision, C8-2020-0112 Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting variances from LDC 25- 8-341 to allow cut over four feet to 11.5 feet and requesting variance from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommends this variance (with conditions) having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following Staff Conditions: 1. In the two locations where roadways cross the Critical Water Quality Zone, culverts will be provided for the entire width of the half-Critical Water Quality Zone. This avoids the flow pinch-point of the single, narrow culvert originally proposed; and 2. All areas of the stormwater pond that are not covered by dam safety regulations will be revegetated with Standard Specifications Manual 609S Native Seeding and Planting for Restoration, using a selection of low-growing, non-woody vegetation that can be mowed. VOTE 8-0 Approved By: For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Brimer, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, and Guerrero Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, April 21, 2021 The Environmental Commission convened in a public meeting on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications via remote video conferencing. Commissioners in Attendance: Andrew Creel Pam Thompson Katie Coyne Kevin Ramberg Linda Guerrero Perry Bedford Audrey Barrett Bixler Rick Brimer Commissioners Absent: None Staff in Attendance: Kaela Champlin Chris Herrington Liz Johnston Cole Huggins Pamela Abee-Taulli Hank Marley CALL TO ORDER Chair Guerrero called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the April 7, 2021 Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) The minutes of the April 7, 2021 Environmental Commission meeting were approved on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Creel’s second on a 8-0 vote. 1 2. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Election of Environmental Commission Officers for the May 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022 term (10 minutes) Commissioner Guerrero was unanimously supported for the Chair position. Commissioner Coyne was unanimously supported for the Vice-Chair position. Commissioner Ramberg was unanimously supported for the Secretary position. b. Discuss committee memberships (10 minutes) Item conducted as posted. No action taken. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: Braker Valley Subdivision, C8-2020-0112 Applicant: Chris Rawls, BGE, Inc. Location: 4806 Blue Goose Rd, Austin, TX 78754 (District 1) Staff: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department Watershed: Walnut Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone Request: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over four feet to 11.5 feet 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet Staff Recommendation: Recommended with conditions (30 minutes) Speakers Chris Rawls A motion to close the public hearing was approved on Commissioner Coyne’s motion, Commissioner Ramberg’s second on a 8-0 vote. A motion to recommend the variance requests with conditions was approved on Commissioner Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Bedford’s second on 8-0 vote. b. Name: 1076 Springdale, SP-2019-0385C Applicant: Brad Lingvai, WGI Engineering Location: 1076 Springdale Road, Austin, TX, 78721 (District 1) Staff: Hank Marley, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department Watershed: Tannehill Branch Watershed, Urban Classification, Desired Development Zone Request: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-261 …
Versión en español a continuación. Environmental Commission Regular Meeting April 7, 2021 Environmental Commission to be held April 7, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications. Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (April 6, 2021 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the April 7, 2021 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). •Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live 1 Reunión del Environmental Commission FECHA de la reunion (7 de abril de 2021) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (6 de abril de 2021 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para …
Vision Plan Draft 1 Central Williamson Creek Vision Greenway Vision Plan MARCH 2021 DRAFT Acknowledgments Project Team Nicole Joslin, AIA, LEED AP Executive Director Marla Torrado, Ph.D. Planning Director Shavone Otero Community Coordinator Thomas Medina Community Planner Community Working Group Mary Olmstead Anna Pittala Steve Prather Jessica Sager Nicole Sanford Greg Stevens Michael Usher Esther Weekes City Departments Watershed Protection Department Parks and Recreation Department Public Works Office of Sustainability Office of Innovation Housing and Planning Department Equity Office 2 Amy Belaire, Ph.D. Texas Director of Science and Strategy Katie Coyne, AICP, ESA, SITES AP Principal-In-Charge Claire Eddleman-Heath PLA, LEED AP, SITES AP Project Manager Kari Spiegelhalter Deputy Project Manager Andrew Wright Landscape Designer City of Austin Working Group Christine Chute Canul Parks and Rec. Dept. Justin Stewart Parks and Rec. Dept Marc Coudert Office of Sustainability Megan Eckhard Parks and Rec. Dept. Sydney Garcia* National Parks Service David Trujillo Watershed Protection Dept. LaJuan Tucker Parks and Rec Dept Staryn Wagner Watershed Protection Dept. Leah Gibson Watershed Protection Dept. Katie Wettick Urban Trails Marie Lancaster Watershed Protection Dept. Jessica Wilson Watershed Protection Dept. Gibran Lule-Hurtado* National Parks Service *Working Group Members from the National Parks Service Letter From the Community Working Group Williamson Creek is a gem crossing West to East in South Austin between Oak Hill and McKinney Falls State Park. Residents of the neighborhoods surrounding Williamson Creek have enjoyed this natural beauty for more than 20 years. Community efforts over a number of years, including trash pick-ups, tree planting and the removal of invasive species, have resulted in improving the health of the creek and supporting the native flora and fauna. Central Williamson Creek Greenway is slowly becoming a more welcoming green space for residents to connect with nature and for nature to thrive. We are thrilled to envision the future of a place we love so dearly with the Central Williamson Creek Greenway Vision Plan. This Vision Plan represents a 12-month process of both Williamson Creek Working Group (WCWG) formal and creative efforts to engage the community and input derived from public engagement. Community engagement activities included: community members recording their own oral histories through WCWG interviews; virtual community picnics virtual mapping enabling community to propose ideas such as food forest planting and hiking trails in and around the creek; several in-person and socially-distanced “Creek Chats” to engage the community; and a final community picnic to unveil …
Watershed Protection Department FY 2021-22 Forecast and CIP Plan 1 Overview ◦ Environmental Commission Questions ◦ Mission & Organization Structure ◦ Operating Financial Forecast ◦ FY22 New Staffing Request ◦ Capital Improvement Program ◦ Project Highlights ◦ Resources 2 Environmental Commission Questions Winter Storm Uri ◦ For capital Projects – limited impact on construction ◦ For operations & maintenance - temporary shift in some in-house resources to assist with disaster relief ◦ 189 Employees donated >9,000 hours for assistance with recovery and water distribution 3 Environmental Commission Questions COVID + Project Delivery ◦ For capital projects, we did not see a significant delay in construction schedules since contractors continued as essential workers ◦ For in-house projects, construction activities were significantly slowed as WPD staff were not performing certain types of construction activities for most of the year (e.g., erosion repair, pipe construction) 4 Environmental Commission Questions Homelessness ◦ ◦ ◦ FY21 and FY22 Budgets: $825K The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF) through APH: $365K Encampment Cleanup Contract in process: $460K 20 Identified high priority areas Total tons of debris removed: 188.48 tons Before After 5 ̶ ̶ Environmental Commission Questions Harmful Algae Blooms & Zebra Mussels ◦ Harmful Algae Blooms $99,910 for identification of cyanotoxins and genetic analysis of species (University of Texas) $25,500 for water quality testing (LCRA) $296,500 for application of Phoslock to sequester and bind phosphorus in sediments; measurement of phosphorus concentrations in the sediment; and testing of an algaecide to kill cyanobacteria and neutralize toxins (SePRO Corporation) ◦ Zebra Mussels $850 for sampling supplies 6 ̶ ̶ ̶ ̶ Our Department & Mission Established in 1991, Watershed Protection Department was charged with the goal of managing the City’s creeks, drainage systems and water quality programs. Our Mission: “…to protect the lives, property, and environment of our community by reducing the impact of floods, erosion, and water pollution.” Our Funding: Primary Source: Drainage Charge - >95% Other sources: Bonds (for Capital Projects), Development Fees, Interest Income, Grants 7 Current Organizational Structure Watershed Protection Flood Risk Reduction Water Quality Protection Stream Restoration Watershed Policy and Planning Data Management Infrastructure & Waterways Maintenance Support Services Capital Program Management 8 FY20 Expense Budget Variance FY20 Expense Budget: $103.8M; FY20 Actual Spending: $98.2M FY20 variance: $5.6M Category Variance in Spending ($M) Personnel excluding temporary employees Temporary employees Services incl. grounds maintenance Interdepartmental charges (DSD/PARD) Travel/Training Materials for Maintenance All other expenses Total …
Fiscal Year 2022 – 2026 Financial Forecast Environmental Commission April 7, 2021 1 Development Services Mission: To support a vibrant community through responsible development. 425 Full-Time Employees 36 Temporary Employees Fiscal Year 2021 Budget: $64.2M Goal/ Indicator Conduct timely plan reviews and inspections Percent of DSD controlled activities on-time Protect and renew Austin’s tree canopy Percentage of Austin’s total land area covered by the tree canopy Properly steward financial resources Percent of operating expenses held in reserve Provide excellent customer service Percentage of customers reporting satisfied or very satisfied on Customer Satisfaction Poll 2 Development Services FY2020: Top 10 Accomplishments Office of the Director • Executive functions • Austin Center for Events Customer & Employee Experience • Customer Experience • Finance • Human Resources • • Stakeholder & Community Engagement Information Technology Building Plan Review • Building Plan Review Land Development Review Construction & Environmental Inspections • Capital Improvement Program Review • Community Tree Preservation • Land Use Review • Regulatory Policy & Administration • Transportation & General Permit Review • Building Inspections • Environmental Inspections • General Permit & Telecom Inspections • Site & Subdivision Inspections 3 Budget Process • Required by City Charter • Ensures proper spending and monitoring of taxes and fees paid by public Budget Kick-off January 2021 Budget Engagement Mar – Apr 2021 Budget Public Hearings August 2021 Budget Development Jan – Mar 2021 Budget Submitted May 2021 Budget Adoption August 2021 4 Funding Sources FY 2021 Forecast $61.86M FY 2022 Forecast $64.31M $6.92 General Fund $7.29 Other $7.56 General Fund $7.66 Other $26.65 Building Safety $27.50 Building Safety $21.00 Development Fees $21.59 Development Fees 5 Funding Sources Five-Year Revenue Forecast $78.00 $72.00 $60.00 $54.00 Building Safety $66.00 Development fees $61.49M $61.86M 3.8% $64.31M 4.0% $69.39M 3.7% $66.70M $73.34M 2.9% $71.28M 2.7% FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 FY26 Revenue Growth in % Forecast Five-Year Forecast 0.8% Actuals FY19 Program FY18 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 FY26 Building Safety $23.15M $27.16M $27.22M $2.65M $27.50M $28.60M $29.69M $31.14M $32.46M Development Fees $17.92M $24.95M $20.92M $21.00M $21.59M $22.21M $23.42M $24.47M $25.27M Other General Fund $1.18M $5.40M $5.81M $7.29M $7.66M $8.08M $8.27M $7.63M $7.42M $16.55M $7.54M $6.92M $7.56M $7.81M $8.02M $8.03M $8.20M % Change 75% -17% 1% 4% 4% 4% 3% 3% Total $42.25M $74.05M $61.49M $61.86M $64.31M $66.70M $69.39M $71.28M $73.34M 4.5% 4.0% 3.5% 3.0% 2.5% 2.0% 1.5% 1.0% 0.5% 0.0% 6 Fee Calculation Methodology Regulations …
OMNI BUSINESS PARK 7305 BURLESON ROAD AUSTIN, TX 78744 SP-2019-0300C Kristy Nguyen Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department 1 Omni Business Park SP-2010-0300C Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the- ground survey and represents only the approximate relative location of property boundaries. This product has been produced by the Watershed Protection Department for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. 0 5 10 Miles[ 2 PROPERTY DATA • Onion Creek, Suburban Classification • Desired Development Zone • Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • Council District 2 • Subject to 1993 Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance 3 VICINITY MAP Project Site [ 4 VARIANCE REQUEST 1993 Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance - Section 13-7-16(a) – for a fill exceeding four feet - Section 13-7-16(b) – for a cut exceeding four feet 5 FINDINGS OF FACT 1993 COMPREHENSIVE WATERSHED ORDINANCE - SECTION 13-7-16(A) – FOR A FILL EXCEEDING FOUR FEET -SECTION 13-7-16(B) – FOR A CUT EXCEEDING FOUR FEET 6 FINDINGS OF FACT ‘93 COMPREHENSIVE WATERSHED ORDINANCE SECTION 13-2-505 1. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Staff Determination: Yes The Omni Business Park commercial subdivision was approved in C8-93-0091.0A. Development, including drainage improvements, office buildings, and driveways have been constructed within this subdivision. As such, this project has certain vested rights to the 1993 Land Development Code, as approved by the Development Services Department, per the findings: “development within this subdivision has occurred under the rules and regulations based on the 1993 project… It is determined that the 1993 project has met progress and is an ongoing project.” With this context, without the variance, the applicant would be deprived of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Current code allows for administrative variance approval of cut or fill up to 8’, but the code in effect at the time of vesting did not allow for such administrative approvals. This project would qualify for an administrative variance under current code as …
To: Linda H. Guerrero, Chair, City of Austin Environmental Commission, and Honorable Environmental Commissioners Memo From: Lincoln Ventures LLC Date: March 11, 2021 Re: Site: Court of Three Sisters Reasonable Use Memorandum The 0.43-acre piece of property located at 504 W 24th St. and 2405 Nueces Street in Austin, Travis County, Texas 78705 (the “Property”). 200 Lee Barton Drive, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78704 | 512-807-2900 | www.drennergroup.com SITE CONDITIONS: Currently, the entire site is being operated as a multi-tenant retail center (largely vacant) with surface parking. The site is currently 80% impervious cover. REQUEST: There are two heritage trees on the site – one (1) 25’’ Pecan and one (1) 32’’ Red Oak – that are being requested for removal. Both trees are centrally located on the Property. See Exhibit A for tree locations. EXHIBIT A: Site Constraints Exhibit Tree locations of 25’’ Pecan (#911) and 32’’ Red Oak (#913) with 12-foot stepback around site. Stepback CONSTRAINTS: The Property consists of approximately 0.43 acres (18,944 SF), is zoned CS-NP (Commercial Services – Neighborhood Plan) and is located in the University Neighborhood Overlay (UNO) in the Inner West Campus subdistrict. The Inner West Campus subdistrict allows for a density premium of between 175 feet to 300 feet so long as 20% of the units (or beds) are reserved as affordable, including 10% that will be reserved for people making a maximum of 60% of the median income and another 10% for those making a maximum of 50% of the median income. Per § 25-2-758 (B)(1), Building Wall Height, Stepbacks, and Envelope, a 12-foot stepback on West 24th Street, Nueces Street and San Antonio Street is required. This stepback impedes the footprint of the site thereby limiting the development and reducing the developable footprint by approximately 20%. The trees requested for removal on the site are located in the middle of the site. Given their location and existing canopy, the trees impact approximately 25% of the site. 200 Lee Barton Drive, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78704 | 512-807-2900 | www.drennergroup.com The onsite trees are located on the only portion of the site that is wide enough to support a ramp for structured parking, thus severely impacting the reasonable use of the Property for a residential tower. Leaving the trees will prohibit the ability to provide structured parking and results in a 50% reduction in gross square feet of developable …
(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:19)(cid:24)(cid:3)(cid:49)(cid:88)(cid:72)(cid:70)(cid:72)(cid:86)(cid:3)(cid:54)(cid:87)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:72)(cid:87)(cid:3)(cid:68)(cid:81)(cid:71)(cid:3)(cid:24)(cid:19)(cid:23)(cid:3)(cid:58)(cid:17)(cid:3)(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:87)(cid:75)(cid:3)(cid:54)(cid:87)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:72)(cid:87) Table of Contents for(cid:3) Heritage Tree Variance Package The variance package is organized as follows: Cover Sheet…………………………………………………page 1 Staff Memorandum………………………………………...pages 2-5 Staff Exhibits.........………………………………………...pages 6-9 ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION DATE REQUESTED: (cid:36)(cid:83)(cid:85)(cid:76)(cid:79)(cid:3)(cid:26)(cid:15)(cid:3)(cid:21)(cid:19)(cid:21)(cid:20) ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 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Tree Evaluation Measurements The subject trees are one heritage 32” red oak (#913) and one heritage 25” pecan (# 911). 3 Tree #913 red oak Canopy Conditions Major asymmetry, unbalanced crown, and an overextended limb (Exhibit 1). Structure/Trunk Multiple attachments - all the leaders of the tree are connected at one place on the trunk. This is inherently a weakness with this tree's union due to lack of branch taper (Exhibit 2). Included bark was observed between two unions where stems grow closely together causing weak, under-supported branch angles which may cause branch or total tree failure (Exhibit 3). Root system Root system is almost entirely covered with disturbed and compacted impervious cover. Tree been buried to an unknown depth as the root flare is not visible. Overall Condition Tree #913 is in fair condition due to structure and poor attachments. Tree #911 pecan Canopy Conditions Displays a heightened loading on the stems as a result of the length and excessive end weight of the branches and lack of inner branches. Large cavity in one of the main leaders and hypoxylon canker on live tissue (Exhibits 4 & 5). Structure/Trunk Trunk has …
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210407 003c Date: April 7, 2021 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Subject: Development Services Department Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2026 Financial Forecast Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission is charged with the review and recommendation of the Development Services Department (DSD) annual operating budget and five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department operating budget for FY22 is proposed at $64.3M, approximately $100,000 increase over FY21 budget; and WHEREAS, the Development services department forecast revenue to grow by approximately 4% FY22 through FY24 3% for FY25 and FY26; WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has provided a power point presentation detailing the totals and breakdown of the funding forecast for FY22 through FY26 which is included in the backup for this agenda item; and THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends approval of the Watershed Protection Department’s FY22 Operating Budget and Five-Year Revenue Forecast with the following Environmental Commission conditions: As was presented prior to this meeting, the Environmental Commission requests that DSD continue to provide detailed budget documentation prior to a request for Environmental Commission action on the budget. VOTE 8-0 For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Guerrero, and Brimer Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 2
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210407 004a Date: April 7, 2021 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Subject: Omni Business Park, SP-2019-0300C Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting variances from 1993 Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance Section 13-7-16(a) for fill exceeding four feet and Section 13-7-16(b) for cut exceeding four feet; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance (with conditions) having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following; Staff Conditions: 1) 2) 3) VOTE 8-0 Preserve top 12 inches of topsoil to be used onsite; Increased landscaping for areas of fill to stabilize erosion; and Provide enhanced erosion & sedimentation controls during construction. For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Guerrero, and Brimer Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210407 004b Date: April 7, 2021 Seconded by: Andrew Creel Subject: Winchestertonfieldville at 2405 Nueces Street and 504 West 24th Street Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is seeking removal of two (2) heritage trees, one with a single stem over 30” in diameter; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the trees to be a 25-inch heritage pecan and single stem 32-inch heritage red oak; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the City Arborist rates the pecan and oak in poor and fair condition, respectively; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the Environmental Criteria Manual standard is 300% mitigation, and mitigation for the site shall be addressed by further enhancing the streetscape planting conditions required under the UNO Great Streets program. The applicant has proposed a menu of options that support greater tree health and longevity such as structural soil cells, permeable paving, and expanded continuous planting beds; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is proposing a five year tree care plan to provide ongoing maintenance for all new trees, and one-time improvements to additional streetscape trees and tree grates as needed and identified; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the request meets the City Arborist’s approval criteria set forth in LDC 25-8-624(A)(2), and thus the variance is recommended by staff. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the requested variance request with the following Environmental Commission conditions: The Applicant continue to work with the City Arborist to select tree species selection and maintenance details to promote the fastest grown and longest-lived street trees. The City Arborist work with applicant to determine estimated carbon sequestered over the following ten years and include that in mitigation targets. For: Bedford, Creel, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, and Guerrero Against: Thompson and Brimer Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None VOTE 6-2 Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 2
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210407 003a Date: April 7, 2021 Subject: Central Williamson Creek Greenway Vision Plan Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the Central Williamson Creek project team has been developing a vision plan since June 2020 for Williamson Creek between Manchaca Road and South Congress in South Austin. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the draft vision plan includes three tiers for engagement and implementation from: Tier 1 which are community led, Tier 2 which are City of Austin projects less than $50,000, and Tier 3 which are City of Austin more than $50,000. Seconded by: Perry Bedford THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends support of the Central Williamson Creek Greenway Vision Plan with the following conditions: Environmental Commission Conditions: 1) The Env. Commission recommends that the South Congress Combined Neighborhood Plan Contact Team - SCCNPCT be involved with future studies, input, feedback, and working groups related to the Williamson Creek Greenbelt. 2) The Environmental Commission recommends reaching out to neighborhood associations upstream and downstream of this section of Williamson Creek and to the maximum extent practicable, meeting with these groups prior to the Parks Board meeting later this month. 3) The Environmental Commission recommends that the trails and improvements avoid, to the maximum extent practicable, CEFs and 50 foot setbacks around these features. VOTE 7-0 For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Guerrero, and Brimer Against: None Abstain: Coyne Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20210407 003b Date: April 7, 2021 Subject: Watershed Protection Department Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022 Forecast and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program Plan Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: Seconded by: Pam Thompson WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission is charged with the review and recommendation of the Watershed Protection Department’s (WPD) annual forecast and five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed forecast includes no rate increase for FY21-22 and anticipates a rate increase for FY22-23 of 9.8%; and WHEREAS, the proposed FY21-22 operating budget is estimated to be $108.6M; and WHEREAS, the FY21-FY25 Capital Improvement Program Plan outlines WPD’s projected major improvements during the next five years based on existing funds and anticipated revenues; and WHEREAS, the Watershed Protection Department has provided a power point presentation detailing the totals and breakdown of the FY22 operating budget and FY22-26 CIP Plan which is included in the backup for this agenda item; and WHEREAS, the WPD has made significant strides to address their primary objectives and have critical goals and initiatives for future improvements. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends approval of the Watershed Protection Department’s FY21-22 Forecast and Five-Year CIP Plan with the following Environmental Commission conditions: As was presented prior to this meeting, the Environmental Commission requests that WPD continue to provide detailed budget documentation prior to a request for Environmental Commission action on the budget. The Environmental Commission requests these details including anticipated future rate increases and current and future projects broken out by district. VOTE 8-0 1 For: Bedford, Creel, Thompson, Coyne, Ramberg, Barrett Bixler, Guerrero, and Brimer Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Linda Guerrero, Environmental Commission Chair 2
