REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. Second St. Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board may be participating by videoconference. 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. To speak in person, registration is required at least 10 min prior to the start of the meeting. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3771 or michelle.rojas@austintexas.gov BOARD MEMBERS Angelica Navarro, Chair (D-8) Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair (Mayor) Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member (D-10) Noemi Castro, Member (D-2) John Estrada, Member (D-3) Gerardo Gandy, Member (D-7) Vacant, Member (D-6) Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member (D-5) Anthony Martinez, Member (D-4) Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member (D-1) Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member (D-9) 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 (3) three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Regular Meeting of August 7, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, August, September and October programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative and Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation on Waterloo Greenway Palm Park engagement efforts. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Melissa Ayala, Waterloo Greenway Communications & Engagement Director 4. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenters(s): Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager 5. Updates by board members on meetings held with their appointed City Council members. (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Plan and approve 2025 Advisory Board meeting dates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT 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 …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at City Hall Boards and Commissions Room. (Some members of the ESB- MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Vice Chair Zamarripa-Saenz called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:08pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member Noemi Castro, Member John Estrada, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Board Members Absent: Angelica Navarro, Chair Anthony Martinez, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Staff in Attendance: Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Laura Esparza, former Parks and Recreation Division Manager for Museums and Cultural Programs announced that she was the Executive Director for A3 Art Alliance Austin. She explained that A3 was created to raise money for artists, musicians, and performers that share their work for free within the city of Austin and mentioned that after retiring from PARD in March her intentions were for her to find a way to allow the public to make contributions to artists so the community could enjoy the work artist do on city property. She let the board know there would be a kickoff party for A3 and invited them to attend the event on September 12, 2024, beginning at 7:00pm at Canopy Arts Center. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of July 10, 2024, were approved on Vice Chair Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Member Herrera seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (7.0). Motion passed. Chair Navarro and Members Martinez and Reyna were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, July and August programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor gave a report on the Holistic Wellness programs, Education, Academia Cuauhtli, and Caminos Teen Leadership programming. Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager gave an update on current and upcoming marketing and outreach events, collaborations, and provided details on the Pan Am Hillside Concerts. In closing she welcomed Marjorie Flanagan, announcing that Flanagan was the new Division Manager for Museums and Cultural Programs and asked her …
MACC Staff Report – 10/2/24 Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Holistic Wellness Programming HWP September: Free Day of Bilingual Yoga Monday, September 2, Castle Hill Fitness 10:45am: Slow Flow+ Sound Healing with Isabel Beltran Sabel (Attendance: 25) 12:30pm: Yin and Sound with Aneika Perez (Attendance: 17) Book Club: Leemos y Plática Tuesdays @ 6-7:30pm Sept 10: Ruiz Branch Library (Attendance: 3) Sept 17: Menchaca Branch Library (Attendance: 5) Sept 24: Cepeda Branch Library (Attendance: 4) Join our comunidad of readers to discuss “I Am Diosa: A Journey to Healing Deep, Loving Yourself, and Coming Back Home to Soul”. We’ll share our thoughts and discuss the themes that resonate with us. Book is available in both English and Spanish. Cooking Demo: Meal Prep (15+) Wednesday, September 18 @ 6-7:30pm (Attendance: 9) Central Library - Demo Area/Kitchen Learn how to make delicious and nutritious burrito bowls for your weekly meal prep - using products found at your local grocery store. Tastings included! Pre-registration requested by Fri, September 13th. Chair Yoga at Yarborough Library Friday, September 20 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 10) A gentle form of yoga that can be done seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical abilities. Garden Day: Sunday, September 22 @ 9-11 am (Attendance: 3) Sunset Valley Community Garden At the ESB-MACC Healing Garden we grow herbs, fruits and vegetables that can be used for everyday meals and health. Volunteers work hands-on maintaining the garden followed by a garden activity led by Jesus Garcia. Cine de Oro: Tuesday, September 24 @ 9-12pm (Attendance: 36) Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center Join us for a screening of a film from the golden age of Mexican cinema. Lunch will be served. Volunteer Club: Habitat for Humanity Thursday, September 26 @ 8am-4pm (Attendance: 6) Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong and stable communities. Learn to Kayak/Paddleboard (16+) Thurs, September 26 @ 6-7:30pm (Attendance: 17) Thurs, October 17 @ 6-7:30pm Austin Rowing Club Join us on Lady Bird Lake and paddle through the heart of Downtown Austin. Pre-registration required. Holistic Wellness Program, Upcoming Community Conversation-Healing through Earth Connections Thurs, October 10 @ 5:30-8pm Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Join us to …
Palm Park COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW Context: Waterloo Greenway Engagement Report PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT REPORT Available Online waterloogreenway.org/future Engagement Phases 1 2 3 GROUNDING June 2023–August Complete ENVISIONING September–November Complete CO-CREATING December–April 2024 Complete Project Launches Planning & Outreach Begins Gallery Walk Open Houses (2) Outreach Continues Small Group Conversations (5) Pop-Up Activity: Creek Show Virtual Survey Planning Phase III Review & Analyze Data Design Scenarios Phase III Outreach Public Meeting (1) Project Report Engagement Timeline JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2024 Project Launch Phase I Outreach Begins Virtual Survey Launches Small Group Conversations (Mtg #2) Creek Show Pop-Up Phase III Planning Gallery Walk Open Houses (Mtg #1) Public Meeting (Mtg #3) Summary Report Phase II Outreach Begins Engagement Strategies Tabling Events Flyering Block Walking Email Campaigns Partner Promotion Community Leader Outreach Marketing (social media, e-newsletters, press) Engagement - Overview SMALL GROUP CONVOS SURVEYS DESIGN CONVOS 93 93 30 9 Spanish Speakers + 84 English Speakers 54 Virtual + 39 Paper Surveys Completed 109 Comments 11 Palm School Alum 9 Palm School Alum 2 Palm School Alum TABLING POP-UP EVENT TOTAL ENGAGEMENT 939 1,055 2,024 Phase II Data - Local Representation SMALL GROUP CONVOS SURVEYS Primary Zipcodes: 78702 (Central East Austin–City Council District #3) 78747 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) 78744 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) Primary Zipcodes: 78702 (Central East Austin–City Council District #3) 78747 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) 78701 (Central South Austin–City Council District #3) Phase II Data - Key Themes 632 Total Comments Collected Small Group Conversations How the redesign of Palm Park will transform surrounding areas? Cultural anchor to surroundings Place of gathering and play in East Austin Improve connectivity Honoring place/history of what once was Accessibility for East Austin residents Noise reduction from I-35 Business, neighborhood & Palm School connection Feel of what Palm Park should provide? Welcoming to all Peaceful & tranquil Oasis Family friendly Safe Natural Historic Informative/Educational space Phase II Data - Key Themes 632 Total Comments Collected Small Group Conversations How to reflect history & culture in Palm Park? Murals/monuments/artwork History of East Austin families Honor the pool history Stories from past, present & future Celebrate Mexican American heritage Educational experiences for families Recognition of Palm School Alumni How to use the space in Palm Park? Bridge to Downtown Community gatherings Water Feature Family-friendly space Walking, games, meditation, gardens Rest space from urban areas Connection of East …
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 Improvements Project Update October 4, 2024 Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager PROJECT TIMELINE: • ESB MACC Groundbreaking for Phase 2 Improvements / Move-Out Began– 12/10/22. • Parking Lot Closure – 3/10/23. • Contractor Mobilization/Pre-construction Inspections – Began 3/11/23. • Permitting (Site) – Approved on 7/25/23. • Bidding & Negotiation (GMP1/Site) – Executed contract on 8/28/23. • Construction (Site) – Underway since 8/28/23. • Permitting (Building) – Approved on 3/4/24. • Bidding & Negotiation (GMP2/Building) – Executed contract on 3/7/24. • Construction (Site + Building) – Currently underway. • AIPP ESB-MACC Phase 2 – Artist(s) selection approval by Austin City Council on 8/29/24 • Topping Out – Topmost structural beam was lifted into place on 9/11/24. CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS: Building HVAC (heating, cooling & air condition) controls are being programmed and integrated with existing software after permanent cooling is in place. Construction of site retaining walls continues for the next two months. Storm water lines are being located at the zocalo perimeter for drainage. Steel for the shade structure in the zocalo is expected to arrive and erected this month. Slab for the expansion on level two has been poured for the south addition followed by the north addition. Interior framing and preparations for overhead plumbing is underway in the new additions. Auditorium renovation of a new raised control booth has begun. ANNOUNCEMENTS: • Concrete pours will continue. Large steel delivery expected this month. Work hours will adhere to the City’s noise ordinance. Ordinance information can be found here. • The Confluence, a separate public/private partnership project has increased activities at the ESB MACC. The parking lot is the construction access point for the east side of the creek delta. Additional information can be found here. • Topping Out event photos can be found here. • Drone video illustrating ESB MACC site work can be found here. SCHEDULED MILESTONES: • Construction began – August 28, 2023 • Anticipated completion of all major construction activity – Summer 2025 • Anticipated grand opening – Fall 2025 Please note that as in any construction project, schedules are projected as accurately as possible, but all dates are subject to change due to the nature of construction and weather. For information on ESB MACC programs and staff relocations during construction, visit the MACC webpage: www.austintexas.gov/department/emma-s-barrientos-mexican-american-cultural-center For project updates, visit the project website: www.austintexas.gov/MaccPhase2 • • • • …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at City Hall Boards and Commissions Room. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:07pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair John Estrada, Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member (Arrived at 6:12pm) Anthony Martinez, Member Noemi Castro, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member (Arrived at 6:12pm) Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Staff in Attendance: Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. Chair Navarro made the board aware that Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez had resigned and commented that the boards current vacancies were for District 6 and 9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of August 7, 2024, were approved on Vice Chair Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Member Reyna seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (9.0). Motion passed. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on staffing updates, August, September and October programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Lorie Martinez, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Coordinator gave a presentation on the Holistic Wellness Programs mission, shared information on the role of each of her team members and discussed a few programs that were successful they were turned into annual events, such as the Tamalada workshop where participants were taught how to make traditional tamales and their Day of Wellness program. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative reported on Education, Academia Cuauhtli, Caminos Teen Leadership programming, and current and upcoming marketing and outreach events. She also shared an update on the MACC’s Viva Mexico event, 1 reminding the board that they had partnered with Univision, Claudia Talamantez, Karla Barreto, Blanca Gaytan, and the Mexican Consulate Humberto Hernandez Haddad. She stated there were over 1,200 participants in attendance and thanked everyone for their role in executing an amazing celebration. (Please see the Board and Commissions Website for backup material.) DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation on Waterloo Greenway Palm Park engagement efforts. Lana Denkler, Parks and Recreation Project Manager introduced herself stating she worked in partnership …
