MACC Staff Report – 6/4/24 May & June 2024 Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Holistic Wellness Programming HWP April & May: Taller Abierto: Painting/Drawing Workshop (15+): Thursday, April 4 @ 10-11:30am (Attendance: 17) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center. Art classes for ages 15+. Includes exploration of different techniques. All materials provided! Pre-registration required. Taller Abierto: May 2nd @ 10-11:30am. George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center (Attendance: 14) Yoga for All Levels: Saturdays @ 10:30am (Attendance: 28) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Family Yoga: 1st Saturday of each month, April 6th @ 12pm (Attendance: 5) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together. Drumming Lessons: 2nd Sunday of each month, April 14th @ 1pm (Attendance: 4) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Learn to play drums influenced by West African, Afro-Latin and contemporary styles. Class starts with a movement warm up, then use drums, bells, and shakers to learn basic rhythms and play as a group. Drums provided - feel free to bring your own drum or percussion instrument. Chair Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month, April 19 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 5) Yarborough Library A gentle form of yoga that can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical capabilities. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wednesday of each month, April 17 @ 11am (Attendance: 3) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Chair Yoga: 4th Monday of each month, April 22nd @ 11am (Attendance: 5) Willie Mae Kirk Library Gentle Flow Yoga (8+): 3rd Saturday of every month, April 19th @ 10:30am (Attendance: 3) Windsor Park Library Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Beginner Swim Lessons (5+): Saturdays @ 11-11:50pm - April 6-May 25 (Adult: 20, Youth: 29) Bartholomew Municipal Pool Students will become familiar with the aquatic environment and acquire rudimentary aquatic skills to develop positive attitudes and safe practices in and around the water. Two separate concurrent classes available for Adult and Youth (5- 17) learners. Beginner Swim Lessons …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at Austin Energy Headquarters – Mueller Assembly Room 1111A located at 4815 Mueller Blvd in Austin, Texas 78723. (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 6:06pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair Noemi Castro, Member Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member (Arrived at 6:12pm) Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member John Estrada, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member (Arrived at 6:13pm/Left at 7:32pm) Board Members Absent: Gerardo Gandy, 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 Speaker 1: Bertha Rendon Delgado, citizen and activist voiced her concern regarding the MACC’s mission statement. She stated she felt the MACC was not fulfilling their mission, commenting that there was a lack of arts and cultural advocating for the Latinx community in their programming and events by not providing musical experiences and cultural activities. She believed with the new budget, the board would have an opportunity to make sure they were implementing a way to bring back Chicano, Mexican American, and Tejano music when planning future events. She commented that they should start by creating working groups that would allow the community to be involved in sharing their ideas to provide transparency and inclusiveness and felt it was important not to make decisions based on statistics and surveys only. She also let the board know they were doing a great job and she supported them but felt there was a gap that needed to be fixed. Speaker 2: Anna Maciel, former ESB-MACC Advisory Board Member signed up to speak on agenda item 3, “Presentation by Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager and Miro Rivera Architects in collaboration with Tatiana Bilbao Studios on Phase 2 Construction Project Updates” and item 5, “Update on Awards of Excellence Working Group”. Chair Navarro commented that Maciel would be called to speak on the item during each discussion. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of April 3, 2024, were approved on …
REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD Wednesday, April 3, 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 Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member John Estrada, Member Gerardo Gandy, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, 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 March 6, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Advisory Board. Reyna, Zamarripa-Saenz STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report by Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative on staffing updates, March and April programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Presentation and discussion on Phase 2 Construction Project Updates. Navarro, Amaro WORKING GROUP DISCUSSION 5. Update on Awards of Excellence Working Group Reyna, 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 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 …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 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 Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:01pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair John Estrada, Member Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Noemi Castro, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Anthony Martinez, Member (Arrived at 6:07pm) Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Board Members Absent: Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Staff in Attendance: Jodi Jay, PARD Assistant Director Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs 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 Leonard Davila introduced himself stating he was a concerned citizen who had grown up in the East Side of Austin and had heard of Parks and Recreations Budget cut. He commented that he would like to see funding considered for programming at Pan Am Hillside and for the Mexican American Experience when the MACC opens back up again. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of February 7, 2024, were approved on Member Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Member Estrada seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (9.0). Motion passed. Member Rodriguez was absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 2. Staff Report by Laura Esparza, Division Manager and Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative on staffing updates, February and March programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Marketing and Outreach Representative gave a report on the Holistic Wellness programs, Education, Caminos Teen Leadership, and Academia Cuauhtli programming, sharing highlights for the month of February along with upcoming programs & events for the month of March. She also provided an update of current and upcoming marketing and outreach events and announced the MACC’s annual La Mujer event was confirmed for Sunday, April 21, 2024, located at 2403 E 16th St, Austin, TX 78702 in East Austin at the Cathedral. Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs informed the …
MACC Staff Report – 4/3/24 Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Holistic Wellness Programming HWP March: Taller Abierto - Painting/Drawing Workshop: 1st Thursday of each month, March 7 @ 10-11:30pm (Attendance: 18) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Art classes for ages 15+. Includes exploration of different techniques. All materials provided! Pre-registration required. Yoga for All Levels: Saturdays @ 10:30am Saturdays (2nd, 16th, 30th) (Attendance: 25) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Family Yoga: 1st Saturday of each month, March 2nd @ 12pm (Attendance: 7) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together. Drumming Lessons: 2nd Sunday of each month, March 10 @ 1pm (Attendance: 8) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Learn to play drums influenced by West African, Afro-Latin and contemporary styles. Class starts with a movement warm up, then use drums, bells, and shakers to learn basic rhythms and play as a group. Drums provided - feel free to bring your own drum or percussion instrument. Chair Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month, March 15 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 3) Yarborough Library A gentle form of yoga that can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical capabilities. Gentle Flow Yoga (8+): 3rd Saturday of every month, March 17 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 3) Windsor Park Library Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wednesday of each month, March 20 @ 11am (Attendance: 4) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A gentle form of yoga that can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical capabilities. Rooted in Culture Workshop: Wednesday, March 20 @ 6-7:30pm (Attendance: 39) Central Library We will discuss seasonal plants native to the Tejas region rooted in the history of Indigenous folks and People of Color in our Austin lineage. Voice/Guitar/Songwriting Lessons - Beginner/Intermediate (15+) Mondays (4th, 18th, 25th) @ 4-5pm (Attendance: 13) Windsor Park Library Join award winning song-writer Javier Jara for voice, …
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 Improvements Project Update April 3, 2024 Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager CURRENT PROJECT PHASE: GMP1 (Guaranteed Maximum Price 1): Site Package GMP2 (Guaranteed Maximum Price 2): Building/Landscape Package • Construction (site) – is underway. • Permitting (building) – Approved on 3/4/24 • Bidding & Negotiation (GMP2) – Executed contract on 3/1/24 • A presentation packet or illustration of Phase 2 is being produced for the Board – target completion May 2024 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS: • The heat exchanger, athe primary equipment responsible for cooling of the building, was delivered and placed safely in the mechanical room at the Central Utility Plant. • The pump room at the Central Utility Plant passed inspections which allowed for walls to be taped and floated. • The boiler room trench with new plumbing lines has also passed inspection. so Cconcrete pour back is scheduled in mid-March. • Significant progress has been made on the Lady Bird Lake outfall designed to curb erosion and preserve the riparian zones (an area aid to protect water quality). The installed outlet and riprap, or strategically placed stones, are a part of the storm water management system. • Demolition work includes removal of the exterior metal ceiling panels and dismantling of the • Drill piers, the foundation system for the new addition, began with the South Crescent are in exterior stairways at each end of the building. progress beginning with the South Crescent.. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Formatted: Space After: Auto, Bulleted + Level: 1 + Aligned at: 0" + Indent at: 0.25" Formatted: Normal, Space Before: Auto • Installation of a pier foundation system has started in March and will lasting approximately 40 days, weather permitting. The work will involve heavy equipment drilling and pouring concrete to form the piers. There will be noise associated with these activities and work hours will be limited to 7:00am-5:30pm. • Short term trail re-route for a portion of the south segment of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail opened on January 16, 2024, and will continue until mid-April. View the map link here. • The Confluence, a separate public/private partnership project to stabilize and protect the ecology of Waller Creek, improve water quality, and create a continuous hike and bike trail along the creek has several concrete pours scheduled in April for the lattice bridge. Additional information can be found here. • …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 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 Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:00pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair Noemi Castro, Member Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair John Estrada, Member Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member (Left at 6:19pm) Board Members Absent: Gerardo Gandy, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, 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 Anna Maciel, Former ESB-MACC Advisory Board Member signed up to speak on agenda item 4, “Presentation and discussion on Phase 2 Construction Project Updates” and item 5, “Update on Awards of Excellence Working Group”. Chair Navarro commented that Maciel would be called to speak on the item during each discussion. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of March 6, 2024, were approved on Member Zamarripa-Saenz’s motion. Member Reyna seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (8.0). Motion passed. Member Gandy and Rodriguez were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Advisory Board. 1 Chair Navarro went over the role of responsibilities for Chair, Vice Chair, and Board Members before opening the floor for nominations. • Member Reyna moved to nominate Chair Navarro to serve as Chair for the ESB-MACC Advisory Board for a second term. Member Zamarripa-Saenz seconded. Chair Navarro consented to the nomination. Unanimous vote (8.0). Motion passed. Member Gandy and Rodriguez were absent. • Member Castro nominated Member Zamarripa-Saenz for Vice Chair. Member Estrada seconded. Member Zamarripa-Saenz consented to the nomination. Unanimous vote (8.0). Motion passed. Member Gandy and Rodriguez were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff Report by Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative on staffing updates, March and April programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Marketing and Outreach Representative gave a …
REGULAR MEETING of the EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD Wednesday, March 6, 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 Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member John Estrada, Member Gerardo Gandy, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, 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 February 7, 2024. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Report by Laura Esparza, Division Manager and Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative on staffing updates, February and March programs, marketing and outreach efforts, and updates on signature event planning. 3. Presentation by Suzanne Piper, Chief Administrative Officer and David Hillers, Financial Manager, Kenneth Luu, Financial Analyst and Nicholas Johnson, Financial Analyst on the financial forecast process and draft elements of the Parks and Recreation FY25 proposal. DISCUSSION ITEMS 4. Discussion on Phase 2 Construction Project Updates. Navarro, Amaro DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation on the FY25 budget. Navarro, Amaro 6. Approve a recommendation to support funding for the Bronze Band Community Program. Navarro, Amaro 7. Approve a recommendation to request support for Academia Cuahutli’s fiscal year 24-25 budget. Navarro, Amaro 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 …
EMMA S. BARRIENROS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2024 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center convened in a Regular meeting on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 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 Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:00pm. Board Members in Attendance: Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Angelica Navarro, Chair John Estrada, Member (Left at 9:40pm) Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Member (Arrived at 6:09/Left at 8:10pm) Raul “Roy” Reyna, Member Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Board Members Absent: Gerardo Gandy, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Eduardo “Eddie” Rodriguez, Member Staff in Attendance: Jodi Jay, PARD Assistant Director Laura Esparza, PARD Division Manager of Museums and Cultural Programs 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the Regular meeting of January 10, 2024, were approved on Member Zamarripa- Saenz’s motion. Vice Chair Amaro seconded the motion. Unanimous vote (6.0). Motion passed. Members Gandy, Herrera, Martinez, and Rodriguez were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff Report by Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor and Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager on January and February programs, 1 marketing, scope of outreach efforts by ESB-MACC staff, La Mujer and Awards of Excellence planning report, and opportunities for Board participation at ESB-MACC programs for the month of February. Marie Ortiz, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Supervisor gave a report on the Holistic Wellness programs, Education, Caminos Teen Leadership, and Academia Cuauhtli programming, sharing highlights for the month of January along with upcoming programs & events for the month of February. She also provided an update of current and upcoming marketing and outreach events and informed the Board they were currently in the process of securing a venue location for their annual La Mujer event. She also mentioned the Awards of Excellence event would take place June 29, 2024, at the Long Center and the MACC’s Event Coordinator, Estrella DeLeon would offer ways for the Advisory Board to assist with the event, such as securing donations, sponsorships, helping with event planning and having a role in the …
MACC Staff Report – 3/6/24 Website - Facebook - Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Holistic Wellness Programming HWP February: Taller Abierto - Painting/Drawing Workshop: 1st Thursday of each month, February 1 @ 10-11:30pm (Attendance: 10) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Art classes for all levels. Includes exploration of different techniques. All materials provided! Pre-registration required. Yoga for All Levels: Saturdays @ 10:30am (Attendance: 35) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Family Yoga: 1st Saturday of each month @ 12pm (Attendance: 6) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together. Chair Yoga: 3rd Wednesday of each month, February 21 @ 11am (Attendance: 2) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center A gentle form of yoga that can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people with various physical capabilities. Chair Yoga: 3rd Friday of each month, February 16 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 5) Yarborough Library Gentle Flow Yoga (8+): 3rd Saturday of every month, February 17 @ 10:30am (Attendance: 5) Windsor Park Library Body, mind and soul will align as we move with intention through gentle movement guided by breath. We will incorporate meditation to regulate the nervous system. Voice/Guitar/Songwriting Lessons - Beginner/Intermediate (15+) Mondays @ 4-5pm (Attendance: 24) Windsor Park Library Join award winning song-writer Javier Jara for voice, guitar and songwriting lessons. Skills addressed: left- and right-hand technique, chords, arpeggios, strumming patterns, vocal technique, and songwriting approaches. Guitar Lessons (15+): Tuesdays Beginner: 2-2:30pm (Attendance: 21) Intermediate: 2:45-3:15pm (Attendance: 17) Tuesdays @ Twin Oaks Library Join accomplished musician Mauricio Callejas for guitar lessons for beginners (finger placement, strumming, sight- reading) and intermediate (chord progressions, ear training, reading sheet music) students. Please bring your own guitar. Drumming Lessons: 2nd Sunday of each month, February 11 @ 1pm (Attendance: 14) George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center Learn to play drums influenced by West African, Afro-Latin and contemporary styles. Class starts with a movement warm up, then use drums, bells, and shakers to learn basic rhythms and play as a group. Drums provided - feel free to bring your own drum or percussion instrument. Budgeting Workshop: Wednesday, February 21 @ …
EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATION 20240306-5, 6, 7 Seconded By: Date: March 6, 2024 Subject: FY2025 Budget Recommendations Motioned By: Recommendation The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Advisory Board (MACC) recommends the City Council direct the City Manager to take the following actions and to allocate additional funds for the following items for FY 2025. These recommendations include actions that can be taken immediately outside the budget process and recommendations for the FY 2025 budget: Description of Recommendation to Council 1. 2. 3. Allocate the funding requested for the MACC’s Phase 2 FY25 operating expenses. Support funding for the Bronze Community Band Project in the amount of $3,000. Support funding for the Academia Cuauhtli’s FY25 operating expenses in the amount of $140,000. Rationale: Phase 2 Operating Budget In 2018 a comprehensive community engagement was completed as part of the Facility Expansion Plan which included community members and Austin City Council members. The Austin City Council unanimously voted to adopt the 2018 Facility Expansion Plan on May 24, 2018, with the intent to complete all remaining phases without preconditions on funding sources. The 2018 Bond Committee recommended, and Austin City Council approved $27 million to be included under Proposition B for the ESB-MACC Phase 2 project. 74 percent of voters in the 2018 election voted in favor of Proposition B. The Joint Venture team of Miro Rivera Architects (Austin) and Estudio Tatiana Bilbao (Mexico City) was selected to lead the Phase 2 design in part because of their experience designing world-class facilities. The project team has been diligently working on completing the project slated for completion in the Fall of 2025. In order for the facility to be fully operational on day one, the operating budget needs to be increased to support the additional 19,000 square feet as well as the new and renovated program spaces. The Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board recommends to the Austin City Council to allocate the necessary amount needed for the Phase 2 operating budget in order to fulfill the commitment by the City of Austin to complete a Phase 2 expansion and renovation that is commensurate with a world- class cultural center that continues to be a reflection of the strength and resiliency of Austin’s Mexican American community. 1 of 3 Bronze Community Band Project The Bronze Community Band provides culturally relevant music education rooted in community-based practice in …
