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EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2022 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, November 2, 20222, at City Hall – Board and Commissions Room located at 301 West Second Street in Austin, Texas 78701. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Endi Silva called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:09pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Larry Amaro, Member (Arrived at 6:12pm) Endi Silva, Chair Angelica Navarro, Member Tomas Salas, Member Litza Gonzales, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Greg Gonzalez, Member (Arrived at 6:27pm) Board Members Absent: Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Art Navarro, Member Staff in Attendance: Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager Tina Davila, ESB-MACC Administrative Specialist PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No Public Communication. However, Chair Silva announced to the Board that there were two new Board Members. She welcomed both Members and asked for them to introduce themselves. Member Navarro introduced herself, stating that she was born and raised in Austin, Texas as an East Austinite and was looking forward to serving on the ESB-MACC Board. Member Amaro introduced himself, letting the Board know he was born and raised in Austin. He grew up in East Austin, attending Brooke and Govalle Elementary, Allan Junior High School, and Johnson High School. He mentioned he has attended many Board meetings, expressing that he is interested in the MACC and all it stands for. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of October 2, 2022, were approved on Vice Chair Goujon’s motion. Member Gonzales seconded the motion. Vote (6.2). Members Amaro and Navarro abstained. Motion passed. Member Maga Rojas and Art Navarro absent. 1 CHAIR REPORT 2. Chair Silva expressed her respect for MACC staff and acknowledged their dedication to the Día de Los Muertos events happening November 1st, 2nd and 5th. • Chair Silva gave a brief overview of the agenda items, informing the Advisory Board they would be having an engaging discussion on 64 Rainey’s Pocket Park, what they want to do with it, how they can showcase the history, legacy, and importance of the historical value of that very sacred space. She also reported there would be an important discussion to …

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REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022 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 Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Greg Gonzalez, Member Arthur Navarro, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member 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 July 6, 2022 2. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. CHAIR REPORT STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights 4. Staff Report on continuation of MACC programming during Phase 2 closures. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Presentation on the Rainey Street Trailhead, Butler Trail Arts + Culture Plan and Rainey Street Historic District Special Revenue Fund by Heidi Anderson and Charlotte Tonsor from The Trail Conservancy, Council Member Katie Tovo - City Council District 9, Luke Urie and Mirna Garcia from Austin Transportation. 6. Discussion and possible action the Rainey Street Trailhead and Special Revenue Fund. 7. Presentation on the lot at 64 Rainey Street by Laura Esparza, Division Manger for Parks and Recreation. 8. Discussion and possible action on the lot at 64 Rainey Street. (Silva, Goujon) 9. Presentation on initial concepts for Heritage Wayfinding Design by Principal in Charge, John Bosio with Merje Design. 10. Discussion and possible action on ESB MACC Phase 2 renovation and expansion project. (Goujon, Maga Rojas) 11. Discussion and action on re-assignment of members …

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Item 1. MACC Advisory Board Meeting Minutes 7-6-22 Draft original pdf

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EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES Wednesday, July 6, 2022 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Advisory Board convened via video conferencing. Board Members in Attendance: Endi Silva, Chair David Goujon, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member Board Member Absent: Wayne Lopes, Member Art Navarro, Vice Chair CALL TO ORDER: Chair Silva called the Board Meeting to order at 6:07 pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Larry Amaro discussed being involved in the 2018 plan discussion. He mentioned his concern with the lack of community engagement for Phase 2. Maria Elena Rodriguez talked about wanting the Phase 2 project to be transparent and wanting community members to be involved in the planning and all through the project. She expressed wanting to see more local artists and musicians represented at the MACC. APPROVAL OF April 6, 2022 MINUTES 1. Member Goujon made a motion to approve the meeting minutes. Member Gandy seconded the motion. Vote passed. (6.0) CHAIR REPORT 2. Chair Silva thanked Vice Chair Goujon for attending the meeting in person as she was not able to. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Supervisor Tamzarian provided an update on the upcoming exhibits and programs for the month of April. Presentation by Lorie Martinez, Culture and Arts Education Coordinator on Latino Artist Access Program Activities. Manager Rojas presented staffing position updates and the continuation of MACC programs and activities once the MACC is closed for construction. 4. Ricardo Soliz and Tom Migl presented on the alley way vacation project. Soliz discussed the history of 64 Rainey Street and the process to file for vacation of an alley way. He explained 1 that all City departments vested in the process would have to give their ok to proceed with the project. He explained that City of Austin Fire Department staff were very considered with closing of the alleyway because of how busy the Rainey Street area is with vehicles. Soliz presented a plan that the Fire department had agreed might be a way to support the vacation of the alleyway. Migl mentioned that due to safety concerns the fire department did not want to loose circulation through the alleyway in case of emergencies. In studying the area, Fire proposed that an additional 8 ft of 64 Rainey land be given up for parking spaces. There would now be able to keep 20 …

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Item 4. Program Continuation During Phase 2 original pdf

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PROGRAM CONTINUATION DURING PHASE 2 Presented By : Michelle Rojas Page 01 SITE CLOSURE UPDATES The MACC Campus will close to the public on December 18, 2022. Last day to accept new rentals and COA Reservations – July 15. Last date for collaborations November 30, 2022. Last day for program activities – Sunday, December 18. Page 02 PROGRAM CONTINUATION GOALS The ESB MACC is committed to the continuation of programs during the Phase 2 closures. We see the closure as an opportunity to extend programs to areas of the City where cultural programs are scarce. The goals are to continue providing signature events and programs at locations such as recreation centers and libraries and to keep the existing staff working on MACC related programs. Page 03 CONTINUOUS CONVERSATIONS Beginning in October 2021, these are some of the conversations and items completed October 2021 sent communication to all LAAP artists to apply to the Artist Access Program (AAP) to secure rehearsal and performance space for 2023. Application Open October 15 to December 22, 2021 Reminded all LAAP artists during in person meetings and emails at least 6 more times. 6 of the LAAP Artists apply and are accepted to the program LAAP artists that did not apply were informed that they would have assistance securing contract class contracts with sites like Recreation Centers. Page 03 PHASE 2 EXHIBIT February 2022 Phase 2 MACC Exhibit discussions between staff and Phase 2 working group March 2022 Phase 2 Digital Exhibit and In Person Physical Exhibit completed Exhibits included Programming Surveys for 2023 to 2024 as well as post 2024 and Beyond Phase 2 Exhibit displayed from March 9 to March 31 in Coronado Gallery during SXSW and the MACCnifico! event. PROGRAMMING 2022-2024 During the approximately 2 years that the MACC will be under construction, programming will be conducted off-site. The MACC staff is excited to bring programs into the community, directly to YOU! Fill out the link below to request programming at your school, community center, or other gathering space! Where would you like a MACC program? PROGRAMMING POST-2024 We want to hear from you! When the newly expanded MACC building opens to the public, what programs do you want to see? When the MACC reopens, there will be new spaces and expanded spaces, so tell us what kind of events, classes, and other opportunities you would like to see! Page 03 CONTINUING …

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Item 5. Rainey Street Trailhead_Butler Trail_Rainey Street Historic District Presentation original pdf

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ESB Mexican American Cultural Center Oct. 5, 2022 RAINEY ST. TRAILHEAD BUTLER TRAIL ARTS + CULTURE PLAN THE TRAIL CONSERVANCY A D N E G A SPECIAL REVENUE FUND COUNCIL MEMBER KATHIE TOVO CITY OF AUSTIN PLACEMAKING TTF PARK OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT (POMA) S E T A D P U F T T RAINEY ST TRAILHEAD BUTLER TRAIL ARTS + CULTURE PLAN A M O P F T T I P H S R E N T R A P D R A P Partnership A Criteria ● Minimum 7 year history of collaboration with PARD/COA ● Is in alignment with COA/PARD mission, vision and values ● Minimum 5 years proven philanthropic fundraising with sustained and/or year-over-year growth related to specific vision plan projects, operational items, maintenance, and/or program activation Management and Implementation ● Annual programming plan - community engagement, fundraising ● Implementation plan - operations, maintenance, programming ● Management committee - meets quarterly, includes AIPP, WPD, PWD S W E V I - D A E H L I A R T T S Y E N A R I D A E H L I A R T T S Y E N A R I Project Status: ● Site Development Permit Approved ● Council Approved the Alternative Delivery Method - CSP (Competitive Sealed Proposal) Finalizing Parkland Improvement Agreement (PIA) ● ● Bidding in Sept/Oct ● Construction projected to start Nov/Dec ● Historical Rainey Banner Content in Progress Boards, Commissions, Etc. Presentations: ● Downtown Commission (1/19/22) ● Waller Creek Design District (1/19/22) ● Design Commission (2/28/22) ● Waller Creek Local Gov’t Corp (3/9/22) ● Parks Board Directors Report update - added to Director’s report (March ‘22) ● Pedestrian Advisory Council (4/4/22) ● Bicycle Advisory Council (4/19/22) ● Planning Commission (5/10/22) ● City Council for PIA Negotiate & Execute with PARD (7/28/22) I Y R O T S H D O O H R O B H G E N Y E N A R I I Butler Trail Arts + Culture Plan ● Common Waters event held May 14 ● Team is continuing w/ engagement & initial plan development S R E T A W N O M M O C S R E T A W N O M M O C S R E T A W N O M M O C The enthusiastic group of artists, musicians, volunteers and trail peeps coming together …

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Item 9. Austin Heritage Wayfinding Presentation original pdf

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Heritage Wayfinding Manual Economic Development Department • Heritage Tourism Division HERITAGE WAYFINDING MANUAL GOAL Develop a manual inclusive of sign types and historic interpretive elements within districts to enhance the visitor’s connectedness to place, history, culture and experience, including underrepresented sites that reflect Austin’s diverse communities. Key Points: • Initiative does not include fabrication or installation# • First step to creating a design guide • Serves as the foundational work for the districts that were previously allocated funding for wayfinding by the City Council# • Lays the foundation for future eligible districts HERITAGE WAYFINDING GUIDELINES EXAMPLE JOURNEY #2: WALKING TOUR PLAN JOURNEY DISCOVER Opportunity for Technology Opportunity for Local Art Opportunity for Branding Opportunity for Bilingual Info T C I R T S I D E M A N T C I R T S I D D I S T R I C T N A M E N S Story Title LOGO Tittle Here Sub Header Here Music History in Austin A large portion of Austin's early musical heritage began in the German Beer Gardens and Halls in the late 1800s, places such as Scholz's Garden and Hall (the hall later to become Saengerrunde Hall) and further up the road at Dessau Hall. Dessau Hall peaked in the 1940s and 1950s with acts as diverse as Glenn Miller, Hank Williams, and Elvis Presley. Other major venues for country music included Big Gil's on South Congress and The Skyline on North Lamar. Local singer/yodel- er Kenneth Threadgill opened Threadgill's in 1933 on North Lamar, a venue District / Destination Website District Banner Sidewalk Plaque Mobile App Interpretive (Pedestal) Printed Brochure Interpretive Project Interpretive Discover destination on district or destination website Arrives at district Uses sidewalk compass for orientation Follow directions to destination Arrives at destiantion. Reads interpretive story nearby. Picks up brochure Discovers stories about the area along the way Arrives at second destination and reads interpretive story Austin Heritage Example Journey #2 AAAAAAAA AUSTIN HERITAGE WAYFINDING STRATEGIES & TOOLS CONSIDERATIONS CONSULTANTS • Contractor • Graphic Designer • Local Artist • Translation Services • Digital Consultant • Interpretive Planner • Copywriter MANUAL Implementation Design Development Content Development Design Elements Heritage Resources 6 5 4 3 2 1 • Contractor Selection • Production Artwork • Fabrication • Installation • Branding • Individual Design Elements • Panel Layouts • Coordination of Features • Subject Matter • Themes & Approach • Content …

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Item 3 Staff Report original pdf

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MACC Staff Report – 10/5/22 Website - Facebook - Digital Programs EVENTS: Viva Mexico was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who attended- over 3,000 people! CURRENT EXHIBITS La Lucha Sigue, Eastside Stories An exhibit by Bertha Rendon Delgado and Arte Texas On display in the SZC Gallery through October 8 Phase 2 Exhibit On display in the Community Gallery through Oct 8 Austin Museum Day Sunday, Sept 18 64 Rainey Street Engagement Event Thursday, Sept 29 Upcoming Exhibits: SIGNATURE EVENT: DAY OF THE DEAD Day of the Dead Community Altars On display inside the community gallery and along the and outside, Oct 22- Nov 8 Opening reception Nov 2 – Nuestras Ofrendas Presentation Austin Studio Tours On display Nov 1- December 8 in the Sam Z Coronado Gallery Opening reception on Nov 1st 6-9pm bigmedium.org/austinstudiotour Nov 1- Austin Studio Tours Opening Reception Nov 2- Nuestras Ofrendas- Dia de Muertos small celebration, focus on the families of the folks who are building altars Nov 5, Festival- Dia de Los Muertos large-scale festival with live music performances, calaveras, crafts, etc! WWW.DAYOFTHEDEADATX.NET -People have been using this site to get their sugar skull kits (300 entries) and sign up to create and altar (50 entries) -There are still opportunities for food trucks/ food vendors, outreach fair, etc! October/ November Events: Oct 7-8. Taller Abierto Painting Class Oct 7, Oct 14, Oct 21. Film Series: Mexico Through the Lens of Women Filmmakers Oct 8. 45th Annual Pun Off by the O’Henry Museum October 22- Music on the Plaza with Daniel Llanes WELLNESS Yoga -10am on Saturdays, FREE Capoeira- 12pm on Saturdays, FREE LAAP Events in September LAAP Upcoming Events: Centroamericanto Fest: Sept 9 – 10 @6pm (72 attendees) The 14th annual Centroamericanto Fest included delicious Salvadoran Food, a vendor exhibition and selfie booth. As well as performances by Sara Curruchich from Guatemala, Luis Pastor from Nicaragua and Mauricio Callejas from El Salvador. Garden Day Sept 25 @10am (10 attendees): Monthly workday where volunteers learn to grow and maintain our healing garden. Escandalo “Sábado Picante” Oct 14-15 (Fri @7pm, Sat @6pm): Join your hosts Escándalo for a mini-festival of comedy y mucho más in the spirit of Sábado Gigante! Austin Public Library: For Hispanic Heritage month, APL is hosting LAAP performances all month long! Teatro Vivo: Sat, Oct 8 @11am - Pleasant Hill Branch Mauricio Callejas: Sat, Oct 8 @ 11am - Carver …

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Approved Minutes original pdf

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EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 20222, at City Hall – Board and Commissions Room located at 301 West Second Street in Austin, Texas 78701. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Vice Chair David Goujon called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:08pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: David Goujon, Vice Chair Endi Silva, Chair Litza Gonzales, Member (Arrived at 6:15pm) Tomas Salas, Member (Left at 6:42pm) Gerardo Gandy, Member Greg Gonzalez, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Board Members Absent: Art Navarro, Member Staff in Attendance: Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Anna Maciel, Community Member stated that since the Special Called Meeting did not take place on September 27th, she would like to request the Friends of the MACC be present and included on the next meeting agenda. • Maciel expressed that the organization utilizes the name of the MACC, so it is important to know how Friends of the MACC are utilizing the funds. She believes this is a way to have some sort of accountability as well as to have an organization or gather stakeholders to raise money to help collect funds for the center. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of July 6, 2022, were approved on Chair Silva’s motion. Member Maga Rojas seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (7.0). Motion passed. Member Navarro absent. CHAIR REPORT 2. Chair Silva stated there was no report but expressed her gratitude towards Vice Chair Goujon conducting the meeting in her stead. She also thanked the Board Members for making the meeting priority. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Marketing Representative provided a report on Viva Mexico letting the Board know the event was a huge success notating over 3,000 participants were in attendance. • Tamzarian shared an update of the current and upcoming exhibits, September LAAP highlights, programs for the month of October and early November, as well as the MACC’s outreach events. • She gave a brief update of the Día de Los Muertos preparation and planned festivities for the centers last on-site Signature Event. (Please see the …

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Community Interest Announcement original pdf

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Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Community Interest Announcement 64 Rainey Community Engagement Event September 29, 2022 6:00 pm 600 River St. Austin, TX 78701 Michelle Rojas, Board Liaison 512-974-3771 A quorum of Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Commission business will occur.

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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD TUESDAY, September 27, 2022 6:00 PM Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin TX 78723 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 Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Greg Gonzalez, Member Arthur Navarro, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member 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 July 6, 2022 2. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. CHAIR REPORT STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights 4. Staff Report on continuation of MACC programming during Phase 2 closures. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Presentation on the lot at 64 Rainey Street by Laura Esparza, Division Manager. 6. Discussion and possible action on the lot on 64 Rainey Street. (Silva, Goujon) 7. Discussion and action on re-assignment of members to working groups. (Silva, Goujon) 8. Discussion and action on 2023 Advisory Board meeting dates. 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 planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Michelle Rojas at the Parks and Recreation Department, at 512-974-3771, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Mexican American Cultural Center …

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REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, September 7, 2022 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 Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Greg Gonzalez, Member Arthur Navarro, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member 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 July 6, 2022 2. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. CHAIR REPORT STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights 4. Staff Report on continuation of MACC programming during Phase 2closures. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Presentation on the Rainey Street Trailhead, Butler Trail Arts + Culture Plan and Rainey Street Historic District Special Revenue Fund by Heidi Anderson and Charlotte Tonsor from The Trail Foundation, Council Member Katie Tovo - City Council District 9, Luke Urie and Mirna Garcia from Austin Transportation. 6. Discussion and possible action the Rainey Street Trailhead and Special Revenue Fund. 7. Presentation on the lot at 64 Rainey Street by Michelle Rojas, Kimberly McKnight, and 8. Discussion and possible action on the Rainey Street Historic District Fund and the lot on Ricardo Soliz. 64 Rainey Street. (Silva, Goujon) John Bosio with Merje Design. 9. Presentation on initial concepts for Heritage Wayfinding Design by Principal in Charge, 10. Presentation on ESB MACC Phase 2 renovation and expansion project by Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager for Public …

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REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, August 3, 2022 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 Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Wayne Lopes, Member Arthur Navarro, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member 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 June 6, 2022 2. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights and continuation of MACC CHAIR REPORT STAFF BRIEFINGS programming. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Presentation on the Rainey Street Special Revenue Fund and the lot on 64 Rainey Street by Laura Esparza, Parks and Recreation Division Manager 5. Discussion and possible action on Rainey Street Special Revenue Fund and the lot on 64 6. Discussion and possible action on ESB MACC Phase 2 renovation and expansion project. Rainey Street. (Silva, Goujon) (Goujon, Maga Rojas) 7. Discussion and action on re-assignment of members to working groups. (Silva, Goujon) WORKING GROUP UPDATES 11. Arts - Joint Cultural Committee liaison report 12. Transportation 13. Phase 2 Project 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 planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days …

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REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, July 6, 2022 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 Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Wayne Lopes, Member Arthur Navarro, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Litza Gonzales, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member 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 April 6, 2022 CHAIR REPORT STAFF BRIEFINGS programming. 2. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. 3. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights and continuation of MACC 4. Staff briefing on the alley way vacation adjacent to the MACC by Ricardo Soliz, Division Manager Park Planning and Tom Migl, P.E. Fire Protection Engineer Austin Fire Department. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Presentation on Phase 2 Art in Public Places prospectus by Anna Bradley, Sr. Project 6. Presentation by Elizabeth Ferrer on the Phase 2 Community Communications Forum Manager (CCF) meeting. 7. Discussion and possible action on Phase 2 project. 8. Discussion and possible action on alley way vacation adjacent to the MACC. 9. Discussion and possible action on Board Annual Internal Review and Report. 10. Discussion and possible action on Rainey Street District Special Revenue Fund. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 11. Arts - Joint Cultural Committee liaison report 12. Transportation 13. Phase 2 Project FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and …

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Item 1 - April 6 Draft Minutes original pdf

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EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES Wednesday, April 6, 2022 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Advisory Board convened via video conferencing. Board Members in Attendance: David Goujon, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member Endi Silva, Member Wayne Lopes, Member Board Member Absent: Art Navarro, Vice Chair Staff in Attendance: Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Manager Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Supervisor CALL TO ORDER: Chair Goujon called the Board Meeting to order at 6:12pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Larry Amado gave thanks to the MACC for production of MACCnifico and provided feedback regarding the event, such as lighting. Larry Amado also discussed Phase 2 and permanent stage, sound, and lighting suggestions. He also mentioned that he would like to see the draft of the minutes posted before the meeting. Anna Maciel discussed the need to vacate the alleyway as an important goal before Mayor Adler goes out of office. She asked about the topic being addressed at the next board meeting. She also commended the staff for MACCnifico event. She stated the need to be more active on the Music Hub funding and detailed a meeting and expressed hope that the Board members attend. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (AGENDA ITEM 1) A) March 2, 2022 Member Gandy made a motion to approve the meeting minutes. Member Maga Rojas seconded the motion. Vote passed. (6.0) 2. CHAIR REPORT (AGENDA ITEM 2) A) THE CHAIR WILL BRIEF THE BOARD AND ENCOURAGE BOARD DIALOGUE ON AGENDA ITEMS 1 Chair Goujon congratulated the MACC staff on the MACCnifico event and encouraged dialogue. 3. STAFF BRIEFINGS (AGENDA ITEM 3) A) STAFF REPORT ON ESB-MACC PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Supervisor Tamzarian provided an update on the upcoming exhibits and programs for the month of April. Coordinator Jesus Varela provided a summary report on the MACCnifico event held in March. He provided the number of artists and local vendors that participated. He also broke down the amount musicians were paid. He provided a summary of the surveys received and the number of rsvps received. Member Silva inquired about the exact number of walk ins compared to the number of people that rsvpd Varela mentioned that the total number of attendees were collected but not in comparison to those that rsvpd. 4. PRESENTATIONS (AGENDA ITEM 4) A) PRESENTATION BY ANNA BRADLEY, PROJECT MANAGER WITH ART IN PUBLIC PLACES. Bradley introduced herself and the …

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Item 4 - Staff briefing on the alley way vacation adjacent to the MAC original pdf

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NEW 8' WIDE PARALLEL PARKING AREA EXISTING PARALLEL PARKING AREA 20' 8' ALLEY CONVERTED TO PARK 64 RAINEY ST. RIVER STREET T E E R T Y S E AIN R I S N O S V E R I D E V O R P P A M C Y B N W A R D I R O T C E R D T N A T S S S A I a k o v i l l a K a n a L i R E G A N A M N O S V D I I I z i l o S o d r a c R i T C E T I H C R A E P A C S D N A L y r b a M s e l r a h C l y e e e N c M y l r e b m K i R O T C E R D I I T P E C N O C G N K R A P L E L L A R A P . t S y e n i a R 4 6 NORTH 0 10 20 SCALE DATE AS NOTED 6/1/2022 SHEET 1 OF 1

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Item 7 - Phase 2 July 2022 Update original pdf

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Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 Improvements July 6, 2022 Heidi Tse, PWD - Capital Delivery Project Manager Design Phase (Current phase of project) Schematic Design (SD) Work Completed on March 15, 2022 Design Development (DD) In Progress • Began March 16, 2022 with target completion in Summer 2022 • • DD Construction Cost reconciliation efforts between JV’s Cost Estimator and CMAR’s will begin 7/6/22. • Community Outreach to provide updates continues o Community Communication Forum (CCF) Focuses on the maturing of the design and introduction of building materiality with refinement to the interior spaces. • • First meeting was held on 6/23/22 from 12-1pm Six (6) members attended out of the twelve (12) members (Nilmarie Gonzales, Ana Maciel, Martha Cotera, Larry Amaro, Ofelia Zapata, Charlotte Tonsor) • Members were engaged and had lots of thoughtful questions and suggestions • PINK Consulting attended as the CMAR’s outreach consultant 4th Thursdays of every month from 12-1pm was established to be the re-occurring meeting day and time • • A digital update is being provided at each meeting so members can share with their community groups • Preliminary reviews and follow-up reviews are being conducted with various regulatory agencies (AFD, WPD, DSD) • Sustainable Design: Tracking both LEED 4.0 BD+C Silver (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and AEGB 3-star (Austin Energy Green Building) certification. • Coordination of adjacent projects: PARD/WPD – Waterloo Greenway Confluence, The Trail Foundation - Rainey Trailhead, • AE- Rainey Ductbank, & AE- District Cooling Pipe Extension Trail Re-route proposal during construction has scheduled a meeting with City internal project teams followed by coordination with private development • AIPP collaboration is on-going in establishing the AIPP Prospectus • Groundbreaking targeting middle December but before the holiday. Target Schedule (Dates are subject to change) Design Phase: Concludes Summer 2022 Construction Documentation/Permitting/Bidding: Begins Fall 2022 Site Construction: Begins Winter 2022 Construction Completion: Winter 2024 Grand Opening: Early 2025

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Item 5 - AIPP Draft Prospectus for Phase 2 original pdf

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Art in Public Places Cultural Arts Division Economic Development Department Prospectus MACC Phase 2 Improvement Project S Artwork Budgets: Sculpture Garden - $200,000 Lake Level Exterior Wall - $90,000 Project Summary The City of Austin Art in Public Places (AIPP) program of the Cultural Arts Division, Economic Development Department (EDD) seeks to commission professional visual artists, or artist teams, to design and fabricate two artworks for the MACC Phase 2 Renovations and Expansion Project located at 600 River Street on Lady Bird Lake, adjacent to the Rainey Street Historic District, District 9. The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) has entered Phase 2 of the 2018 Facility Expansion Plan (2018 Plan) approved by Austin City Council. Phase 2 includes expansion and renovation of the facility in addition to site improvements to meet the growing needs of the community. The completed project will support programs which foster meaningful understanding and appreciation of Mexican American, Native American, Chicano, and other Latinx Cultures. The project is sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) and managed by Public Works Department (PWD). More information is at https://www.austintexas.gov/MaccPhase2. Utilizing the 2018 Plan as a guide, Schematic Design of the facility is complete seventeen listening sessions with the community spanning from 2017-2021. and support by the Design Commission, Downtown Commission, Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Advisory Commission, the Waller Creek Local Government Corporation and the ESB-MACC Advisory Board . The project team is in the Design Development phase as of spring of 2022. Project Background The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center is dedicated to the preservation, creation, presentation, and promotion of the cultural arts of Mexican American and Latino cultures. The center is a tremendous resource for the community and visitors to learn and participate in classes and programs that will MACC Phase 2 Renovations and Expansion Prospectus draft July 2022 foster a meaningful understanding and appreciation of not only Mexican American, but also Native American, Hispanic, and other Latino cultures. The programs and education curriculum include the areas of visual art, theatre, dance, literature, music, multi-media, and the culinary arts. Construction of Phase 1 of the ESB-MACC was completed in 2007 and Phase 1A was completed in 2010 and both were based on the Master Plan developed in 2000 (2000 Plan). In 2017, update to the 2000 Master Plan which took into consideration evolving community needs and changes in the urban context. …

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MACC Staff Report original pdf

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EXHIBITS MACC Staff Report – July 6, 2022 Website - Facebook - Digital Programs Blas Lopez Sendas de Mi Vida/ Pathways of My Life Opening reception Saturday, July 2. Exhibit dates: July 2-Aug 27 Upcoming: Phase 2 Exhibit in the Community Gallery Austin Studio Tours- Apply before July 12. Information at bigmedium.org/austinstudiotour SIGNATURE EVENT DATES: Sept 17, Viva Mexico Nov 5, Dia de Los Muertos ONGOING PROGRAMS: EDUCATION: Taller Abierto the 1st Friday of the month Art instructor Miguel Santana teaches live painting class, now in person. Program capacity has increased to 20 students. FREE. Friday, August 5, 2022 in the Dance Studio. Email Miguel.Santana@austinteas.gov to register. Tejano Genealogy Society of Austin Saturday, July 9, 10am-12pm. Presentation with Judge Bob Perkins about the renaming of Manchaca to Menchaca. FREE, 7/9/22 10:00am in the Black Box Caminos Class of 2023 New Hires -New hires are being contacted this week about their application status -We finished the exhibit in the Community Gallery for 5th anniversary -We have hired Caminos graduates to work in Summer Camp, edu, events Summer Camp -We are going strong with Summer Camp, halfway through (10 weeks) -24 children per week, ages 5-12. Mon -Fri 7:30am -6pm -Aztech Kids by Cuahtli July- August, their graduation will be August 6th. LAAP Escandalo Presents: A Night of Improvised Telenovelas (July 23, 8pm) A brand new, never-before-seen, never-to-be-seen-again passion-filled telenovela based on audience suggestions. WELLNESS Yoga -10am on Saturdays, FREE! Sana Yoga provides a pathway for healing with equitable and accessible programming, while organizing to reduce systemic factors that negatively impact mental health, physical health and social well-being amongst our Latinx community and other marginalized communities. Capoeira- 12pm on Saturdays, FREE Austin Samba- 7-8pm every Wednesday in July plus August 3, FREE. Dancing and drumming for beginners. COLLABORATIONS: Ay No, by Alex Garza, August 6, 7:00pm Black Box A play written and performed by Alex Garza. Jamie De Los Santos returns to his hometown of Hebbronville, Texas after being away for several years. Battle of the Bands July 30, 6:00pm High school musicians will compete, 8 bands on July 30 at the MACC and then the 4 bands who are finalists from the MACC performance will compete at the final in August! Academia Cuauhtli “Aztech Kids” Camp Aztech Kidz Code is a summer danza/coding camp in Austin, Texas in collaboration with the Academia Cuauhtli, which is specifically designed for developing STEM skills …

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