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1. 3. MUSIC COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 5 February 2024 The Music Commission convened in a regular meeting on 5 February 2024, at Austin Public Library, Special Events Center 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701. Chair Medicharla called the Music Commission Meeting to order at 6:41 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Nagavalli Medicharla, Vice-Chair Anne-Charlotte Patterson, Lauryn Gould, Jonathan Mahone, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Tami Blevins, Leonard Davila, Lauryn Gould, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES The approval of minutes from the meeting of January 8, 2024, was moved to March 4 meeting. Commissioners Medicharla, Patterson, Strickland, Quesada, Gould and Mahone were present. Mahone abstained. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Live Music Fund collections update by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. Live music venue eligibility for 2024 Live Music Fund update, Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment, Economic Development Department. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Update on consultant evaluation of the Live Music Fund program by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion after presentation on ACL 2023 by Emmett Beliveau, Chief Operating Officer, C3Presents. Discussion on musical performances for Music Commission meetings following update by Shelbi Mitchell, Program Coordinator, Music & Entertainment, Economic Development Department. Discussion on all ages shows and how we support youth in Austin. Discussion on music journalism and access to media coverage in Austin. Discussion on music commission budget recommendations. Discussion on calendar for Live Music Fund awardee events. 10. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion and possible action on recommendation for Austin Record Convention subsidies from the City of Austin. Representative was absent. Discussion on Live Music Fund Event Program collections update. Update on consultant evaluation of the Live Music Fund Event Program. Discussion on Live Music Fund Program working group venue eligibility guidelines. Discussion on calendar of Live Music Fund awardee events. Discussion on all ages shows and how we support youth in Austin. Discussion on music journalism and access to media coverage in Austin. Discussion and possible action on music commission budget recommendations. Update on musical performance for Music Commission meeting. Discussion on SXSW fair pay recommendation update …
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3. 4. REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION January 8, 2024, 6:30PM AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY, Special Events Center 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701 Public comment will only be allowed in-person. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Shane Bartell, Tami Blevins, Leonard Davila, Lauryn Gould, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on November 6, 2023. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Live Music Fund collections update by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. Update on Live Music Fund Event Program by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. Update on consultant evaluation of the Live Music Fund program by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 13. 14. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. Discussion after presentation by Anne Gatling Haynes of Austin Economic Development Corporation on Cultural Trust next steps. Discussion following update on Community Navigators by Community Navigator representative. Discussion after presentation on Musician Treatment Foundation’s (MTF) work in the music community by Irene Chang-Cimino, Executive Director, MTF. Discussion on musical performances for Music Commission meetings following update by Shelbi Mitchell, Program Coordinator, Music & Entertainment, Economic Development Department. Discussion on all ages shows and how we support youth in Austin. Discussion on music journalism and access to media coverage in Austin. Discussion on music commission budget recommendations. Discussion on calendar for Live Music Fund awardee events. 12. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action on recommendation regarding economic impact of and funding for Red River Cultural District following update by Nicole Klepadlo, RRCD Interim Executive Director. Discussion and possible action on recommendation for Austin Record Convention subsidies from the City of Austin. 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 …
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Implementing inclusive and equitable public development services as a non-profit partner to the City of Austin Music Commission Austin Economic Development Corporation January 8, 2024 AEDC BOARD & TEAM Standing Committees Executive • • Governance Finance • • Strategic Planning • Real Estate Project Committees: • Cultural Trust Advisory Committee • Urban Renewal Board Partnership Working Group • + future projects Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 1.8.24 2 Cultural Trust Advisory Committee-2023 Theater Culture Dance New, No Location Visual Committee helps inform the process, Arts needs, and helps network the cultural Trust activities to various networks Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 1.8.24 3 Alissa McCainTexas Accountants and Lawyers for the ArtsAnne-Charlotte PattersonMusic CommissionBradford PattersonAEDC BOD/Landmark CommissionCarl SettlesAEDC BOD/Arts CommissionDavid GoujonArchitect, Former MACC BoardDavid W SullivanCongress for New Urbanism Central Texas, Evolve AustinEmmett BeliveauAEDC BOD/Music CommissionErica ShamlyCOA EDDIrene Chang-CiminoMusician Treatment FoundationJaime CastilloFormer Art Commissioner/Art in Public PlacesJohn RiedieAustin Creative AllianceMeghan WellsCOA EDDMichelle PolgarArts CommissionPamela Benson OwensSix SquareRebecca ReynoldsMusic Venue Alliance AustinSharron BowerATX TheaterTina CannonAEDC BOD/LGBTQ ChamberNicole KlepadloRed River Cultural DistrictAustin BertonResident/EntrepreneurRachel MurrayAISD McCallum Fine Arts Cultural Trust Program dedicated to securing affordable space for existing venues, and developing new creative space infrastructure, preventing further displacement of our creative sector Program Priorities In response to challenges/Reflecting initial seed funding • Facilitating the acquisition and preservation of existing as well as the creation of new cultural arts and music venues available for use by organizations and the public benefit • Achieve diversity, equity and inclusion, including by addressing past inequities experienced by underserved, under-represented, and marginalized individuals and groups. • Provide permanent affordability for cultural and creative purposes. • Create a sustaining pipeline of Cultural Trust infrastructure as funding sources continue to become available. Austin EDC Cultural Trust | 1.8.24 5 Cultural Trust Funds Available 12 M Creative Spaces Bond Fund • G.O. Tax Exempt Bond requirements • Acquisition & Development • Publicly accessible • Complex deal structure required for operational management 2.4 M HOT Iconic Venue • Acquisition, development, and means necessary to secure the space • Requires ‘Tourism’ function • ‘Historic Zoning’ for property tax relief • Council approval not required 5.0 M COA Budget – Iconic Venue • 15 M total over many years • More flexible than HOT funds • Council approval not required Additional funds to leverage public funds (eventually): Loans-traditional • Loans-CDFI • • Social impact investments • Grants • AHFC/LITC [NMTC]-future • All of these are …
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OUR MISSION The Red River Cultural District is a creative community providing authentic Austin experiences through diverse local music, art and food for every fan and guest. In an ever-changing ATX, our nonprofit seeks to preserve and grow Red River's creative, business, and music scene. As a community rooted in artists, musicians, performers, music venues, cultural institutions and small businesses, the District embodies the soul and heart of Austin. WHO is the RED RIVER Cultural District The District is managed by the Red River Merchant’s Association, a coalition of 50+ businesses including live music venues, food, hospitality, entertainment businesses and also the Austin Symphony Orchestra, First Baptist Church, German-Texan Heritage Society and Waterloo Greenway. The District was designated a State Cultural District in 2020 by the Texas Commision on the Arts and a local Cultural District by the City of Austin in 2013. RED RIVER Cultural District IMPACT • Conserve Austin's only walkable live music hub of over dozen independent music venues • Support thousands of local musicians and performers annually through direct financial support • Foster 1000+ music and service industry jobs in the district • Backbone to major tourism and economic generators including SXSW, ACL, Levitation, Oblivion Access, GTHS Oktoberfest and more RED RIVER Cultural District IMPACT • Local, State, and Federal Policy advocacy for live music ecosystem and small and local business assistance • Creative economy hub including opportunities for photographers, video production, designers, fashion, artists, and more • Destination for local and Texas music heritage • Industry Development Incubator RED RIVER Cultural District IMPACT • $200K in direct pandemic relief to music and service industry to 3,000 individuals served • Curb appeal, district identify and safety enhancements $1.5M+ improvements • Local, State, Federal Policy and Program Advocacy and Education FREE Signature Music Festivals Our premier all-ages district-wide festivals Free Week and Hot Summer Nights fuel community growth in the traditionally dog-days of summer and dead of winter. • Support with direct payment 300+ musicians, artists, and performers per festival over 3 days • Average 15,000+ attendees of locals and visitors • Leverage industry support and causes through partnerships • Average 15-25% first time performers during either fest Hot Summer Nights 2023 Highlights 30+ Million media impressions in July alone including the front page of the Austin Chronicle Total Participating Venues: 14 total (largest participation yet) Total Music Acts: 130 Our largest Hot Summer Nights Estimated total …
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The Musician Treatment Foundation of Austin Texas Inc. January 2024 The Underserved Musician Professional musicians have long been underserved patients - An estimated 40% still lack adequate health insurance - Average annual income is less than $25,000 - Difficulty obtaining timely, affordable, and appropriate speciality care - Cannot afford to pay for orthopedic surgery with or without insurance At the same time professional musicians can experience upper limb issues from accidental injury, repetitive stress, or an underlying medical condition. These injuries can happen when they are at home or away from home on tour. MTF Mission The Musician Treatment Foundation’s core mission is to help provide free upper limb orthopedic care for eligible under- and uninsured professional musicians. MTF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin that was created in 2017 to assist professional musicians here and across the country. MTF Approach: Physicians for Musicians MTF created its own nationwide Physicians for Musicians network of >60 experienced orthopedic surgeons in >30 cities who will waive or significantly reduce their fees and allow beneficiaries access to care both at home and on the road regardless of insurance MTF Approach: Musician Eligibility Basic eligibility criteria places little burden on beneficiaries: Low or moderate income as shown in latest tax return (<400% FPL) - Professional musician status (shown by digital music, paper, social media, or website) - - Ability to travel to the office of one of our P4M doctors - Payment of initial program fee of only $25 or $250 MTF makes referral to P4M doctor, manages costs charged if no insurance, and pays balances after insurance for care that is provided or recommended by the P4M doctor Musicians seeking help may contact us at CARE@mtfusa.org MTF Impact Since inception MTF has helped hundreds of musicians in Austin and other U.S. music cities receive surgical and nonsurgical orthopedic care for their upper extremities valued at over $2,500,000 MTF has supported dozens of beneficiaries by promoting their music and performances through Musician Spotlights in MTF’s newsletter, on MTF’s website, and via social media MTF has supported dozens of beneficiaries by including them in MTF benefit concerts MTF Supporters MTF’s Board of Directors includes distinguished professionals in business, journalism, law, and medicine as well as award-winning artists Elvis Costello and Diana Krall MTF relies on all its supporters and nonprofit partners to spread the word to reach potential MTF beneficiaries to keep the music …
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MUSIC COMMISSION MEETING 1/08/2024 H O T E L O C C U P A N C Y T A X C O L L E C T I O N S L I V E M U S I C F U N D Kim McCarson Program Manager UPDATED 1.08.2024 FY 24 Year-to-Date Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections – Live Music Fund FY24 Amended Budget November 2023 w/ Encumbrances 171,733 FY24 Year-to-Date w/ Encumbrances 927,040 FY24 Year-End Estimate $17,874 $312,748 $827,586 $19,399 $338,773 $854,923 $12,938 $323,076 $798,287 $5,509 $217,400 $744,461 $171,733 $755,308 FY 23 October February FY 24 November March December April January May FY 23 Year-to-Date Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections – Live Music Fund FY23 Amended Budget 2,954,967 September 2023 w/ Encumbrances 17,874 FY23 Year-to-Date w/ Encumbrances 4,472,973 FY23 Year-End Estimate 4,043,166 $17,874 $312,748 $827,586 $19,399 $338,773 $854,923 $12,938 $323,076 $798,287 $5,509 $217,400 $744,461 FY 23 October April November May December June January July February August March September
Recommendation 20240108-013: Gap funding for Red River Cultural District — original pdf
MUSIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240108-13 Seconded By: Commissioner Blevins Date: January 8, 2024 Subject: Music Commission Budget Recommendations Motioned By: Chair Medicharla Recommendation Support the RRCD with GAP funding on par with other cultural districts until a comprehensive district plan is complete. Description of Recommendation to Council Support the Red River Cultural District (RRCD), a State and Local Cultural District with gap funding on par with other cultural districts currently being supported, in the interim whilst a comprehensive district plan is being prepared by the City of Austin. Rationale: The Red River Cultural District (RRCD) was designated a State Cultural District in 2020 by the Texas Commission of the Arts and a local Cultural District by the City of Austin in 2013. With over dozen independent music venues, RRCD provides significant support to local musicians and performers annually through direct financial support and fosters 1000+ music and service industry jobs in the district, also serving as a backbone to tourism and economic generators such as SXSW, ACL, Levitation, Oblivion Access, GTHS Oktoberfest and more. The district annually hosts two signature all-ages free-to-public events (Free Week and Hot Summer Nights in the winter and summer months when business historically slows down). The music commission recommends that gap funding be provided to RRCD on par with other cultural districts currently being supported, in the interim whilst a comprehensive district plan is being prepared by the City of Austin. This gap funding would help provide vital support to RRCD venues and to the impact they have on artists and industry workers, while other horizontal issues including creation of the comprehensive district plan are being addressed. Vote For: 9 (Commissioners Medicharla, Patterson, Rosenthal, Aguilar, Bartell, Blevins, Gould, Quesada, Strickland) Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Absent: 2 (Commissioners Davila, Mahone) Attest: Shelbi Mitchell _______________________________________
Approved Minutes — original pdf
MUSIC COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 8 January 2024 The Music Commission convened in a regular meeting on 8 January 2024, at Austin Public Library, Special Events Center 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701. Chair Medicharla called the Music Commission Meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Chair Nagavalli Medicharla, Vice-Chair Anne-Charlotte Patterson Parliamentarian Oren Rosenthal, Nelson Aguilar, Shane Bartell, Tami Blevins, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Nagavalli Medicharla - Chair, Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Parliamentarian, Nelson Aguilar, Shane Bartell, Tami Blevins, Leonard Davila, Lauryn Gould, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Celeste Quesada, Scott Strickland CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes from the meeting of December 4, 2023, were approved on Commissioner Strickland’s motion, Chair Medicharla’s second with a unanimous vote. Commissioners Davila and Mahone were absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Live Music Fund collections update by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. Chair Medicharla motions to move item 6 before item 5, Rosenthal seconds. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Update on Live Music Fund Event Program by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. Update on consultant evaluation of the Live Music Fund program by Erica Shamaly, Division Manager, Music & Entertainment Division. Economic Development Director, Sylnovia Holt-Rabb speaks on contracts and memorandum. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion after presentation by Anne Gatling Haynes of Austin Economic Development Corporation on Cultural Trust next steps. Discussion following update on Community Navigators by Community Navigator representative. Discussion after presentation on Musician Treatment Foundation’s (MTF) work in the music community by Irene Chang-Cimino, Executive Director, MTF. Discussion on musical performances for Music Commission meetings following update by Shelbi Mitchell, Program Coordinator, Music & Entertainment, Economic Development Department. Discussion on all ages shows and how we support youth in Austin. Discussion on music journalism and access to media coverage in Austin. Discussion on music commission budget recommendations. Discussion on calendar for Live Music Fund awardee events. 12. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 13. Discussion and possible action on recommendation regarding economic impact of and funding for Red River Cultural District following update by Nicole Klepadlo, RRCD Interim Executive Director. Discussion and possible action on recommendation for Austin Record Convention subsidies from the City of Austin. Representative was absent. 14. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion …
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION DECEMBER 5, 2022, 6:30PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kim McCarson, 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Chair, Nagavalli Medicharla - Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Secretary, Graham Reynolds – Parliamentarian, Gavin Garcia, Lauryn Gould, Christopher Limon, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Patrice Pike, Scott Strickland, Stuart Sullivan CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on November 7, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action on budget priorities. Discussion and possible action following update on Live Music Fund Event Program 2. 3. process. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 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 Kim McCarson at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Music Commission, please contact Kim McCarson at 512-974- 7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION NOVEMBER 7, 2022, 6:30PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kim McCarson, 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Chair, Nagavalli Medicharla - Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Secretary, Graham Reynolds – Parliamentarian, Gavin Garcia, Lauryn Gould, Christopher Limon, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Patrice Pike, Scott Strickland, Stuart Sullivan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER MUSICAL PERFORMANCE Kevin Flatt PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on October 3, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action following Visit Austin staff presentation on marketing. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion and possible action on musician loading zones and affordable parking following update from Jason Redfern, Parking Enterprise Manager, Austin Transportation Department. Discussion and possible action on musician loading and unloading fee including consideration of existing City resources. Discussion and possible action following update by Anne Gatling Haynes, Chief Transaction Officer, Austin Economic Development Corporation, on the Cultural Trust. Discussion and possible action following Circuit of the Americas Disability Task Force Discussion and possible action following update on the Request for Qualifications update. process for the Live Music Fund. 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 Kim McCarson at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas …
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION OCTOBER 3, 2022, 6:30PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kim McCarson, 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Chair, Nagavalli Medicharla - Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Secretary, Graham Reynolds – Parliamentarian, Gavin Garcia, Lauryn Gould, Christopher Limon, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Patrice Pike, Scott Strickland, Stuart Sullivan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER MUSICAL PERFORMANCE Nnedi Diana (Trouble in the Streets) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on September 12, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Music Fund. Discussion and possible action following staff update on the RFP process for the Live Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Discussion and possible action following an update from Sound Music Cities on the 2022 Discussion and possible action on musician loading zones and affordable parking Greater Austin Music Census. following update from staff. Discussion and possible action on musician loading and unloading fee including consideration of existing City resources. Discussion and possible action following presentation by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, on Hotel Occupancy Tax collections on the Live Music Fund. Discussion and possible action on the Music & Entertainment Division budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. Discussion and possible action on 2023 Music Commission meeting schedule. Discussion and possible action regarding Urban Core Land Use Working Group membership. 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 …
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City of Austin Funds for Music Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 Erica Shamaly, Music & Entertainment Division Manager Economic Development Department Music Commission Meeting, October 3, 2022 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 City of Austin Funds for Music – FY 23 FY 23 COA FUNDS (MUSIC) FY23 BUDGET EXPENDITURES ENCUMBRANCES AVAILABLE Iconic Venue Fund (Fund 1050 for AEDC) $2,500,000.00 $0.00 Live Music Fund (Fund 7045) $3,575,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,500,000.00 $3,575,000.00 Music & Entertainment Division Budget (Part of EDD Fund 7470) $2,492,957.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,492,957.00 TOTAL $8,567,957 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 City of Austin Funds for Music – FY 23 Music & Entertainment Division FY23 Budget Approved Budget: $2,492,957 Object Object Name Current Bud Expenditures Encumbrances Available MED Staff Compensation & Benefits $476,514 Telephone-base cost $6,896.00 $0.00 $0.00 $6,896.00 5280 5860 6203 6404 6501 6503 6551 6632 6633 6825 7454 7500 Technical Assistance Consulting (Live Music Fund Event Program) Services - Musicians (Street Performance Program & Performance Opportunities) Entertainment Services Group Transfer to DSD Travel City Business Staff Development Opportunities Mileage reimbursements Memberships Subscriptions CSAP Grants Educational / Promotional (SXSW, Austin-Toronto & HAAM Day) Office supplies TOTAL $8,470 $60,000 $376,083 $9,000 $3,966 $500 $500 $2,728 $1,500,000 $48,000 $300 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $476,514 $8,470 $60,000 $376,083 $9,000 $3,966 $500 $500 $2,728 $1,500,000 $48,000 $300 $2,492,957 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3 Questions? C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4
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Preliminary Update to Austin Music Commission from completed 2022 Greater Austin Music Census This data set is an enormous resource: • 2260 Respondents • 85 Questions (mix of multiple choice, open comments, and other formats) • 71% Completion Rate (vs industry average of 42%) • Austin music stakeholders gave 489 hours of their time to complete this • 140,000 words in comment sections (about the length of 100 Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez) • Anonymity / privacy of responses is assured (no IP addresses collected) • Appropriate for open access research o Local learning (new info including impacts of pandemic) o Benchmarking (vs. 2015 Austin Music Census, other cities) o Diverse participation enables comparisons by sub-groups o Evidence and comments on a range of Needs and Gaps o Strong participation in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion section Sections of the Census (85 questions addressing these topics): Intro / Certifications / Eligibility / Geography • • Primary Role in Music (for branching) • Employment Status / Business Structure • Biography / Education / Current Affiliations • Needs / Recommendations / Training • Creative Sector (Branch) Specifics • Venue Owner / Manager / Presenter (Branch) Specifics • • Foundational / Health & Wellness Status • Demographics • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (14 pairs of adjectives) • Comments / Lived Experience of Respondents Industry Service Provider (Branch) Specifics Noteworthy early data that may inform Needs and Gaps: • 27% live outside the City of Austin • Only 64% feel sure they will stay in Austin over next 3 years • A third say they need but don’t have a separate workspace • Only 35% of creatives are playing more than 3 shows per month currently • 20% of venue operators / presenters rank property tax as their #1 challenge • 84% have health insurance currently. 8% lost insurance coverage recently • 35% are concerned about their mental health or substance use • 38% are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage • 70% say they have returned to pre-pandemic level of music activity • 26% received Covid-related relief connected with their music work Next Steps • Screening comments by respondents that could jeopardize anonymity • Continued analysis of raw data and preparation of key findings • Presentation to Community Partners • Public Release of infographics by late October or early November
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Hotel Occupancy Tax Update Kim McCarson, Program Manager Music and Entertainment Division Economic Development Department October 3, 2022 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 1 Hotel Occupancy Tax – August 2022 HOT: YTD is $134,452,126M which is 92% above Budget of $69,773,408 and 25% above CYE of $107,273,710. Monthly allocation/posted is $15M. This is the 1st quarter so far that the receipt is $44.9M. There is one month to go. YTD August 2021 was $53,353,881. Transfer from CC operating fund to HPF and LMN based on the actuals will be $3,666,291 C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 2 2022-23 ProposedData not entered 0 1,760,877 3,241,861 2,943,562 6,859,952 2,0002,000 2,954,9672,954,967 2,956,967 3,575,0003,575,000 3,575,000 -618,033No data returned for this view. This might be because the applied filter ActualActualAug-22AmendedLive Music Fund 2019-20 2020-21Actuals 2021-22Interest11,1165,1711,8005,000Revenue Transfers In Total Revenue11,1165,1711,8005,000Total Transfers In1,749,7611,480,0973,666,2911,902,911Convention Center1,749,7611,480,0973,666,2911,902,911Program Requirements Total Available Funds1,760,8771,485,2683,668,0911,907,911Total Program Requirements04,28450,0002,550,000Music and Entertainment Division04,28450,0002,550,0002,301,4736,241,919Total Requirements04,28450,0002,550,000Excess (Deficiency) of Total Available Funds Over Total Requirements1,760,8771,482,7051,857,911-642,089Note: Numbers may not add due to rounding.Ending Balance1,760,8773,241,8616,859,952 Questions? C I T Y O F A U S T I N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 3
20221003-3: Make Greater Austin Music Census publicly available on the City of Austin Open Data Portal or other City of Austin online Platform — original pdf
MUSIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20221003-3 Date: October 3, 2022 Subject: Sound Music Cities 2022 Greater Austin Music Census Motioned By: Vice Chair Nagavalli Medicharla Seconded By: Commissioner Oren Rosenthal Recommendation The Music Commission recommends that raw data and comments gathered from the 2022 Greater Austin Music Census be made publicly available on the City of Austin Open Data Portal, or other City of Austin online platform. Description of Recommendation to Council The 2022 Greater Austin Music Census, sponsored by the City of Austin Office of the Mayor, Economic Development Department, and numerous local organizations, is a comprehensive survey of Austin-area musicians and other music industry professionals. The survey organizers have offered to provide survey data and comments to the City of Austin after any and all identifying information has been removed. The Music Commission recommends that the gathered data be posted publicly via the City of Austin Open Data Portal or other CoA public online platform so that census results are easily accessible to local music industry professionals, nonprofits, state government agencies, and City departments, as well as music patrons and consumers. Rationale: The data from the 2022 Greater Austin Census will be a useful tool for informing and shaping policy, business development, and programming related to the commercial music industry in Austin. For: 8 (Chair Patterson, Vice Chair Medicharla, and Commissioners Gould, Limon, Mahone, Reynolds, Rosenthal, and Sullivan) Vote Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Absent: 3 (Commissioners Garcia, Pike, and Strickland) Attest: Kim McCarson 1 of 1
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 12, 2022, 6:30PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Music Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kim McCarson, 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Chair, Nagavalli Medicharla - Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Secretary, Graham Reynolds – Parliamentarian, Gavin Garcia, Lauryn Gould, Christopher Limon, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Patrice Pike, Scott Strickland, Stuart Sullivan AGENDA CALL TO ORDER MUSICAL PERFORMANCE Nnedi Diana (Trouble in the Streets) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Meeting on August 1, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action regarding City-paid music performance including loading, unloading, and cancellation. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion and possible action following update on musician loading and unloading by the Transportation Department. Discussion and possible action on Convention Center Working Group. Discussion and possible action following presentation by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, on Hotel Occupancy Tax collections on the Live Music Fund. Discussion and possible action on Music Commission community engagement events. Discussion and possible action on Joint Arts and Music Working Group to explore marketing and private philanthropy opportunities. 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 Kim McCarson at the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-7963, Kimberly.McCarson@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on …
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REGULAR MEETING of the MUSIC COMMISSION AUGUST 1, 2022, 6:30PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kim McCarson, kimberly.mccarson@austintexas.gov, 512-974-7963. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Anne-Charlotte Patterson – Chair, Nagavalli Medicharla - Vice Chair, Oren Rosenthal – Secretary, Graham Reynolds – Parliamentarian, Gavin Garcia, Lauryn Gould, Christopher Limon, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, Patrice Pike, Scott Strickland, Stuart Sullivan CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Music Commission Regular Meeting on July 11, 2022. 1. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. 3. Discussion and possible action on City-paid music performance including loading and unloading and cancellation. Discussion and possible action on Austin Convention Center renovation, expansion and music industry role following presentation by Katy Zamesnik, Chief Administration Officer, Austin Convention Center. 4. Discussion and possible action on Music Commission community engagement events. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion and possible action following update on the Live Music Fund Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections by Kim McCarson, Program Manager, Music & Entertainment Division, Economic Development Department. 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 Kim McCarson at the Economic Development Department, at (512-974-7963, kimberly.mccarson@austintexas.gov), for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Music Commission, please contact Kim McCarson at 512-974- 7963, kimberly.mccarson@austintexas.gov. Font Size: 12; Font: Times New Roman; Font Style: Regular
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