06-1: Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional Use Permit Presentation — original pdf

Backup

Austin Parks and Recreation Department Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional Use Permit Presenters: Reynaldo Hernandez, PLA, PMP, Park Development Division Elizabeth Barhydt, Austin Rowing Club Executive Director WHO WHAT AND WHY WHO, WHAT AND WHY WHO is involved: City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and the Austin Rowing Club (ARC) operating out of the Waller Creek Boathouse WHAT is the purpose: Compliance with City Code to permit consumption of alcohol in designated areas at Waller Creek Boathouse facility WHY are we here: To request support for new zoning in alignment with City of Austin Land Development Code Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation OVERVIEW AND BACKGROUND WHO WHAT AND WHY Waller Creek Boathouse • Opened in 2012 • Austin Rowing Club is concessionaire operating the Boathouse • The Perch (formerly Alta’s Café) received a Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission (TABC) permit and began the sale of wine and beer in 2012 Conditional Use Permit (CUP) • CUP is required by Austin City Code of Ordinances for the sale of alcohol • CUP changes the zoning of the property from “PUBLIC” to “PARK AND RECREATION SERVICES (SPECIAL)” which will permit the sale of alcohol on parkland The CUP does not apply to special events. Events at Waller Creek Boathouse will continue to need a separate TABC agreement to serve alcohol. Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation TEXAS ALCOHOL BEVERAGE COMMISSION (TABC) • State commission governing the sale of wine and beer on-premises and in designated areas. • TABC license issued for a 2-year duration permitting the sale of wine and beer (not liquor) and is renewable. • Currently expires October 10, 2024. • Austin Police Department can issue citations for consumption of alcohol outside of defined boundaries or in violation of other state laws. • No one under the age of 18 can sell alcohol. No one under the age of 21 can consume alcohol. The CUP does not apply to special events. Events at Waller Creek Boathouse will continue to need a separate TABC agreement to serve alcohol. Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation OPERATIONAL PLAN WHO WHAT AND WHY Austin Rowing Club • 300 active rowing members, 70 staff members at peak season • Austin Rowing Club management agreement with vendor to adhere to CUP and TABC guidelines • Operating hours: • Monday – Sunday 8 am to 4 pm • Winter Hours: Closed Mon – Wed The Perch (formerly Alta Café) • The Perch showcases specialty coffee, refreshing beverages, healthy smoothies, and food options • Operating hours: • Monday to Wednesday: CLOSED • Thursday to Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm • Average sale of beer or wine per month 9.5 to 11.6% of total sales Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AREA WHO WHAT AND WHY • Total CUP use area: 1,757 sq. ft. Indicates signage location Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation Department Request The Department respectfully requests a recommendation to Austin City Council to approve the Conditional Use Permit for the Waller Creek Boathouse/Austin Rowing Club for the sale of alcohol to bring the site into compliance with the Land Development Code. Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation Questions Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation CUP PROCESS PREPARATION OF DRAWINGS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT START PARKS BOARD FORMAL SUBMITTAL FOR CUP THROUGH DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION COMPLETE Late 2023 February 2024 Spring 2024 Mid 2024 Waller Creek Boathouse Conditional User Permit Presentation