REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025, 4:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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 remotely, contact Christi Vitela at participation by christi.vitela@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2792. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Angel Carroll Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith The first 5 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on November 3, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Presentation regarding Vision Zero by Joel Meyer, Transportation Safety Officer, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 4. Introduction and overview of Austin Equity and Inclusion. Presentation by Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director, Austin Equity and Inclusion; Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion; and Emi Johnson, Interim Civil Rights Officer, Austin Equity and Inclusion. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Public Safety Commission, please contact Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov.
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, November 3, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, November 3, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Enrique Duran II David Holmes Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Kimberly Hidrogo Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carlos León - CapMetro APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on October 6, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on October 6, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Holmes’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll, Orr, and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Rob Vires, Chief of Staff, Austin Fire Department. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Carrie Stewart, Division Chief, Wildfire Division, Austin Fire Department, and Luke Ball, Wildfire Mitigation Officer, Austin Fire Department. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, November 3, 2025 4. Discussion of sexual assault data with Austin Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, Austin Travis County Sexual Assault Response & Resource Team (SARRT), The SAFE Alliance, and the Travis County District Attorney’s Office. The presentation was made by Angie Jones, Assistant Chief, Special Victims Unit, Austin Police, Holly Bowles, Director of Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy, The SAFE Alliance, Allison Kolb, Vice President of Community Services, The SAFE Alliance, Paula Marks, Director of Forensic Nursing, The SAFE Alliance, and Trudy Strassberger, First Assistant District Attorney, Travis County District Attorney’s Office. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 5. Final report and recommendation from the Bylaws Working Group. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve amendments to the Public Safety Commission Bylaws regarding purpose and duties and membership. The motion to approve amendments to the Public Safety Commission Bylaws regarding purpose and duties and membership was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Hidrogo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Nguyễn was off the dais. Commissioners Carroll, Orr, and Smith were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Counsel at First Appearance Austin Office of Equity and Inclusion G File ADJOURNMENT Chair Ramírez …
Incident and Response Data Wesley Hopkins | Chief of Staff Austin-Travis County EMS | FY25 Q4 Incidents, Patient Contacts, Transports January 2021 - October 2025 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 1 2 - n a J 1 2 - b e F 1 2 - r a M 1 2 - r p A 1 2 - y a M 1 2 - n u J 1 2 - l u J 1 2 - g u A 1 2 - p e S 1 2 - t c O 1 2 - v o N 1 2 - c e D 2 2 - n a J 2 2 - b e F 2 2 - r a M 2 2 - r p A 2 2 - y a M 2 2 - n u J 2 2 - l u J 2 2 - g u A 2 2 - p e S 2 2 - t c O 2 2 - v o N 2 2 - c e D 3 2 - n a J 3 2 - b e F 3 2 - r a M 3 2 - r p A 3 2 - y a M 3 2 - n u J 3 2 - l u J 3 2 - g u A 3 2 - p e S 3 2 - t c O 3 2 - v o N 3 2 - c e D 4 2 - n a J 4 2 - b e F 4 2 - r a M 4 2 - r p A 4 2 - y a M 4 2 - n u J 4 2 - l u J 4 2 - g u A 4 2 - p e S 4 2 - t c O 4 2 - v o N 4 2 - c e D 5 2 - n a J 5 2 - b e F 5 2 - r a M 5 2 - r p A 5 2 - y a M 5 2 - n u J 5 2 - l u J 5 2 - g u A 5 2 - p e S 5 2 - t c O Incidents Patient Contacts Patient Transports 2 Priority 1 Compliance by District FY25 Q4 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% …
Introduction & Overview: Austin Equity and Inclusion Public Safety Commission Briefing Monday, December 1, 2025, 4:00 PM Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director Shafina Khaki, Human Rights Officer Emi Johnson, Acting Civil Rights Officer Overview Agenda Introductions Who We Are Office Overview Vision & Mission Current Structure Core Services Current Projects Connecting with Our Office Mission and Structure Our Mission The mission of the Austin Equity and Inclusion is increase access, to transform systems to remove barriers to opportunity, address discrimination, and foster a community where all identities are respected. including AEI ensures full compliance with applicable state local city and federal mandates, ordinances, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. AEI also oversees racial equity work, immigrant affairs, equal fair employment, fair chance hiring, ADA-title II, title VI, public accommodation, CROWN Act and tenants’ right to organize. veterans, housing, Austin Equity and Inclusion (AEI) Shafina Khaki Human Rights Officer Dr. Lindsey Wilson Director Emi Johnson Acting Civil Rights Officer Core Services Promote Human Rights: Provide advocacy and direct services that help residents access benefits, understand their rights, and connect to resources that uphold safety, dignity, and well-being. Carry Out the City’s Strategic Goals: Increase access, remove barriers to opportunities, and create inclusive spaces where all identities feel respected, seen, and valued. Provide Anti-Discrimination Protections: Investigate discrimination complaints related to Housing, Employment, Public Accommodations, and Fair Chance Hiring. City Ordinance Enforcement: Uphold the CROWN Act, Tenant’s Rights to Organize and other Key City Ordinances. Equity: Work to reduce racial and socioeconomic disparities by collaborating with all City departments to help identify and remove barriers in services. Community Engagement and Outreach: Build collaborative community relationships to advance Equity and improve the quality of life for Austinites. Current Projects EQUITY CIVIL RIGHTS HUMAN RIGHTS • Quality of Life Studies • Mini-Grants • Equity Action Team & Equity Network Meetings • Consultation with City departments and leadership • Normalize, Organize and Operationalize... • Enforcing Civil Rights Laws Across Multiple Sectors, leveraging technology to advance rights. • Collaborates with Community Members, Businesses, and Stakeholders: • Partnering with other agencies to promote civil rights initiatives • Know Your Rights/Benefits (Immigrants, Veterans, ADA) • Advances the fundamental rights and freedoms of all Austinites • Anti-Hate/We All Belong • Community Meetings/Foster Belonging The items listed above represent key examples, though …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2025, 4:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM, #1101 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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 remotely, contact Christi Vitela at participation by christi.vitela@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2792. telephone. To to speak register CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Angel Carroll Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith The first 5 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on October 6, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Fire Department. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. 4. Discussion of sexual assault data with Austin Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, Austin Travis County Sexual Assault Response & Resource Team (SARRT), The SAFE Alliance, and the Travis County District Attorney’s Office. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 5. Final report and recommendation from the Bylaws Working Group. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve amendments to the Public Safety Commission Bylaw regarding purpose and duties and membership. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov, to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Public Safety Commission, please contact Christi Vitela at the Austin City Clerk’s Office, at 512-974-2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov.
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, October 6, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, October 6, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ruttan called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on September 8, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on September 8, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Bernhardt motion, Chair Ramírez’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Hidrogo, Nguyễn, and Sierra-Arévalo were off the dais. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation regarding severe weather preparedness and evacuation planning. Presentation by Jim Redick, Director, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. The presentation was made by Jim Redick, Director, Austin Emergency Management. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, October 6, 2025 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, including an update on car burglaries and the G-File Public Information Requests, Austin Police Department. The presentation was made by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from the Public Safety Commission’s Collective Sex Crimes Response Model Working Group on the progress, risks, and adjustments to reporting schedule of data. Chair Ramírez provided an update. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule. The motion to amend the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule and replace September 14, 2026, with September 8, 2026, was approved on Commissioner Bernhardt’s motion, Commissioner Nguyễn’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. The motion to approve the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule as amended above was approved on Commissioner Nguyễn’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. 5. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy. The motion to approve the Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy was made by Commissioner …
Public Safety Commission Quarterly Austin Fire | Rob Vires | Chief of Staff | FY25 Q4 Emergency Response Time Trends 84,473 86,641 89,541 89,563 81,973 86,636 87,935 92,612 89,797 106,282 Incident Volume (All Priorities) 103,626 109,280 110,304 108,750 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 Response Times (Priorities 1-3, 4M) 8:41 8:43 8:51 9:00 9:13 9:12 Response Time Standard: 8 minutes 9:24 9:35 9:58 10:28 9:55 10:28 10:32 10:26 120,000 70,000 11:00 10:00 9:00 8:00 7:00 6:00 5:00 4:00 3:00 2:00 1:00 0:00 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 2 Facility Improvement Projects Recently Completed Projects: Stations 8, 20, 29 Completed May 12, 2025 Station 21 Driveway replacement completed May 13, 2025 Station 23 All units and crews have returned as of May 17, 2025 Final renovations complete as of October 7, 2025 Station 25 All units and crews have returned as of June 27, 2025 Final renovations complete as of October 7, 2025 Station 47 Anticipated completed as of October 7, 2025 Upcoming Projects: Station 17 scheduled to start a 4-month refresh this November 3 Automatic Aid An Interlocal Agreement to dispatch the closest unit to a 911 call, regardless of department or jurisdiction. Auto Aid occurs multiple times per day and greatly contributes to decreased response times for Austin and Travis County. Recent Success: On October 6, Brush Truck 37 was dispatched to Pedernales Fire Department’s territory to assist with a brush fire near SH 71. Over 15 units were dispatched from Austin, Lake Travis, Oak Hill, and CE-Bar Fire Departments. Austin Fire is participating in regional multi- company high-rise training drills through November, alongside Oak Hill, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Manchaca, and Westlake. 4 Overdose Response FY25 Q4 Since 2021, all AFD personnel are trained on Naloxone administration and each unit carries the medication. The increase in FY25 Q2 may be due to new reporting requirements for Narcan use starting Dec 2024. 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 154 115 75 122 117 81 140 106 71 96 72 53 88 63 51 FY24 Q4 FY25 Q1 FY25 Q2 FY25 Q3 FY25 Q4 Total calls where Narcan was given Number of times AFD administered or assisted Patient improvement cases 5 Investigations Percent of …
Public Safety Commission Wildfire Readiness Update Austin Fire | Carrie Stewart | Division Chief, Wildfire Division | FY25 Q3&4 BE IT RESOLVED... "Provide a progress report every six months to the Public Safety Commission for the following important components of a comprehensive WUI risk reduction plan." Council Resolution NO. 20160512-016 The information presented in this update are maintained in real-time through dynamic data 2 1) The number of local CWPPs completed and implemented is 26. Local level CWPPs are community-led initiatives that Austin Fire facilitates and supports. The Division's FAC team has prioritized re-engaging and supporting these communities. 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 CWPPs By Year 5 4 4 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2004 2008 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2017 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 Year 3 2) The number of local CWPPs started but not completed is 22. The Community Risk Assessment (CRA) and Action Plan are important steps in the Firewise USA recognition process. When combined, CRAs and Action Plans act as a supplement to the Austin Travis County CWPP. Engaged Communities by Council District 3 3 2 2 1 0 0 6 4 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 CD 1 CD 2 CD 3 CD 4 CD 5 CD 6 CD 7 CD 8 CD 9 CD 10 Engaged Communities by Council District 4 3) The percentage of high-risk WUI areas in which identification of potential local CWPP planning areas is still ongoing is 46%. Of the 14% of Austin classified as high-risk, 54% is covered by a local level CWPP, and 46% are identified as opportunity zones. 5 4) The number of public presentations in the past six months is 31. The number of home assessments provided in the past six months is 352. Property value assessed in SIZE evaluations is at $267,571,069 in the last six months. Number of SIZE Completions by Month (Q3 & Q4) 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 April May June July August September Number of SIZE Completions by Month (Q3 & Q4) 6 5) The number, size type and location of fuel mitigation activities in the last six months. 7 prescribed fires completed at over 500 acres, by assisting partner agencies. The Fire Resilient Landscapes staff in the Division are working to coalesce all partner agency fuel mitigation work under one …
Sex Crimes Back Up Data Q2 & Q3, 2025 Austin Police | November 3, 2025 Calls for Service Sex Crimes Calls for Service Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 3 Case Status Sexual Assault Cases Cleared- Internal Status Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 5 Suspended Pending Victim Readiness Subcategories SCU makes at least three distinct attempts to contact all victims Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 6 Victim Demographics Sexual Assault Victim Demographics- Age Q2 & Q3 2025 8 Sexual Assault Victim Demographics- Age Range 9 Sexual Assault Victim Demographics- Sex 10 Sexual Assault Victim Demographics- Race/Ethnicity 11 Arrested Demographics Sexual Assault Arrested Demographics- Age Q2 & Q3 2025 13 Sexual Assault Arrested Demographics- Age Range 14 Sexual Assault Arrested Demographics- Sex 15 Sexual Assault Arrested Demographics- Race/Ethnicity 16 Suspect Demographics Sexual Assault Suspect Demographics- Age Q2 & Q3 2025 18 Sexual Assault Suspect Demographics- Age Range 19 Sexual Assault Suspect Demographics- Sex 20 Sexual Assault Suspect Demographics- Race/Ethnicity 21
Sex Crimes Update to PSC Q2 & Q3, 2025 Austin Police | November 3, 2025 Sex Crimes Reported Cases (Adults Only) Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 2 Reported Cases of Sexual Assault (Adults Only) Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 3 Highlights: Data Data Integrity Projects: Examining cases back to 2019 Assessing proper use of title codes and making appropriate adjustments Updating case status to reflect when arrests are made Future reports may have different data than what we have previously reported Consolidation of title codes Rape, Sodomy, Sexual Assault with an Object= Sexual Assault Will help reduce confusion and ensure a criminal offense is applied to a case when an outcry is made Data Transparency: Launching the Data Dashboard on the Sex Crimes Unit web page Before end of calendar year 4 Highlights: Policies and Procedures Policy and Procedure Updates: Standardized report writing Launched clear guidance for report writing that will help standardize across the unit Plan to adapt and apply to other units within the Special Victims Investigation Bureau soon Expectations for response times Engaging all areas of Austin Police to ensure appropriate response times for sex crimes calls Updating General Orders Training bulletins specific to Communications & Patrol for proper response to cases Annual Case Review: EVAWI just completed the 2nd annual case review covering 2023 & 2024 Already noticing great improvements in these cases Final report will be made available to APD in 2026 5 Highlights: Sexual Assault Reduction Program- Initial Results The Domain: Spoke with bar owners and plain clothes intervention West 6th St: Spoke with bar owners Historic 6th St: Spoke with bar owners 6 Highlights: TCDA Partnership • Engagement: Staffing Meetings- District & County Attorneys • Monthly meetings • Policy needs • Evidence sharing • Quarterly meeting • Case debrief • ADA Unit Assignment: • ADA housed within SCU continues to be successful • Regular staffing meetings occur • Embedded ADA model going into effect for Child Abuse and Homicide units • Tracking Cases: • Developing a case tracker to monitor the life of a case from report to prosecution • Partnering with TCDA to ensure this is a useful tool for all involved Source: Versadex RMS (Current as of: 10/3/25) 7
OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY P.O. Box 1748, Austin, TX 78767 JOSÉ P. GARZA Telephone 512/854-9400 TRUDY STRASSBURGER DISTRICT ATTORNEY Telefax 512/854-4206 FIRST ASSISTANT Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report July 20251 Case Staffing Snapshot: 7/1/25 to 7/31/25 Cases Staffed Cases Not Filed by LEA Cases Declined by TCDA Cases Pending Further Investigation Cases Accepted Accepted Cases Previously Returned for Investigation APD Cases 20 5 0 9 6 1 Total 27 6 0 12 9 1 Case Prosecution Snapshot: 7/1/25 to 7/31/25 Cases Received for Prosecution Cases Rejected or Dismissed Cases Indicted Cases No Billed Cases Pled Cases Tried Pending Cases By Year Received (as of 7/31/25) Year 2019 2020 2021 2022 # 2 2 5 19 Year 2023 2024 2025 16 13 9 0 9 0 # 28 72 91 1 The data summarized in this report was retrieved for analysis on August 18, 2025. Ronald Earle Building, 416 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Cases Pled by Offense: 7/1/25 to 7/31/25 ASSAULT CAUSING BODILY INJURY ASSAULT CAUSING BODILY INJURY FAMILY VIOLENCE ATTEMPT TO COMMIT SEXUAL ASSAULT INDECENT ASSAULT KIDNAPPING SEXUAL ASSAULT UNLAWFUL RESTRAINT: EXPOSE TO SBI 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 Trial Outcomes: 7/1/25 to 7/31/25 N/A N/A July 2025 Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report Page 2 of 4 About this Report The Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report endeavors to provide a monthly snapshot of adult sexual assault cases that are handled by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office (TCDA). For the purposes of this report, an adult sexual assault case can be any sexual assault case that is either staffed by TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit before it is accepted for prosecution, or that is assigned to TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit and is submitted, accepted, indicted, or otherwise prosecuted as one of the following offenses: Improper Sexual Activity with a Person in Custody or Under Supervision Improper Sexual Activity with a Committed Person Indecent Assault • Aggravated Kidnapping with Intent to Inflict Bodily Injury/Sexual Abuse • Aggravated Sexual Assault • Burglary of a Habitation with the Intent to Commit a Sexual Offense • • • • Failure to Comply/Duty to Register as a Sex Offender† • Hindering the Apprehension/Prosecution of a Known Felon/Sex Offender‡ • Prohibited Sexual Conduct • Sex Trafficking of Persons • Sexual Assault • Sexual Exploitation by a Mental Health Services Provider • Sexual Coercion This includes cases submitted, accepted, indicted or otherwise prosecuted …
OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY P.O. Box 1748, Austin, TX 78767 JOSÉ P. GARZA Telephone 512/854-9400 TRUDY STRASSBURGER DISTRICT ATTORNEY Telefax 512/854-4206 FIRST ASSISTANT Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report June 20251 Case Staffing Snapshot: 6/1/25 to 6/30/25 Cases Staffed Cases Not Filed by LEA Cases Declined by TCDA Cases Pending Further Investigation Cases Accepted Accepted Cases Previously Returned for Investigation APD Cases 21 5 0 12 4 2 Total 26 9 0 13 4 2 Case Prosecution Snapshot: 6/1/25 to 6/30/25 Cases Received for Prosecution Cases Rejected or Dismissed Cases Indicted Cases No Billed Cases Pled Cases Tried Pending Cases By Year Received (as of 6/30/25) Year 2019 2020 2021 2022 # 2 2 5 22 Year 2023 2024 2025 25 13 16 1 4 1 # 29 79 78 1 The data summarized in this report was retrieved for analysis on July 18, 2025. Ronald Earle Building, 416 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Cases Pled by Offense: 6/1/25 to 6/30/25 Attempt to Commit Sexual Assault Sexual Assault Trial Outcomes: 6/1/25 to 6/30/25† Aggravated Kidnapping Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault 1 3 GUILTY GUILTY † In the one case that was tried this month, the defendant was found guilty on two counts. June 2025 Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report Page 2 of 4 About this Report The Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report endeavors to provide a monthly snapshot of adult sexual assault cases that are handled by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office (TCDA). For the purposes of this report, an adult sexual assault case can be any sexual assault case that is either staffed by TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit before it is accepted for prosecution, or that is assigned to TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit and is submitted, accepted, indicted, or otherwise prosecuted as one of the following offenses: Improper Sexual Activity with a Person in Custody or Under Supervision Improper Sexual Activity with a Committed Person Indecent Assault • Aggravated Kidnapping with Intent to Inflict Bodily Injury/Sexual Abuse • Aggravated Sexual Assault • Burglary of a Habitation with the Intent to Commit a Sexual Offense • • • • Failure to Comply/Duty to Register as a Sex Offender‡ • Hindering the Apprehension/Prosecution of a Known Felon/Sex Offender§ • Prohibited Sexual Conduct • Sex Trafficking of Persons • Sexual Assault • Sexual Exploitation by a Mental Health Services Provider • Sexual Coercion Please note that criminal case data compiled in …
OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY P.O. Box 1748, Austin, TX 78767 JOSÉ P. GARZA Telephone 512/854-9400 TRUDY STRASSBURGER DISTRICT ATTORNEY Telefax 512/854-4206 FIRST ASSISTANT Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report May 20251 Case Staffing Snapshot: 5/1/25 to 5/31/25 Cases Staffed Cases Not Filed by LEA Cases Declined by TCDA Cases Pending Further Investigation Cases Accepted Accepted Cases Previously Returned for Investigation APD Cases 27 6 0 13 8 2 Total 34 7 0 18 9 2 Case Prosecution Snapshot: 5/1/25 to 5/31/25 Cases Received for Prosecution Cases Rejected or Dismissed Cases Indicted Cases No Billed Cases Pled Cases Tried Pending Cases By Year Received (as of 5/31/25) Year 2007 2019 2020 2021 # 1 2 2 6 Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 11 7 15 1 11 1 # 23 31 85 68 1 The data summarized in this report was retrieved for analysis on June 11, 2025. Ronald Earle Building, 416 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Cases Pled by Offense: 5/1/25 to 5/31/25 Assault Causes Bodily Injury Attempt to Commit Promote Prostitution Attempt to Commit Unlawful Restraint Expose to Serious Bodily Injury Burglary of Habitation Intend Sex Offense Indecent Assault Sexual Assault Sexual Coercion 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 Trial Outcomes: 5/1/25 to 5/31/25 SEXUAL ASSAULT GUILTY May 2025 Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report Page 2 of 4 About this Report The Adult Sexual Assault Monthly Report endeavors to provide a monthly snapshot of adult sexual assault cases that are handled by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office (TCDA). For the purposes of this report, an adult sexual assault case can be any sexual assault case that is either staffed by TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit before it is accepted for prosecution, or that is assigned to TCDA’s Sexual Assault Unit and is submitted, accepted, indicted, or otherwise prosecuted as one of the following offenses: Improper Sexual Activity with a Person in Custody or Under Supervision Improper Sexual Activity with a Committed Person Indecent Assault • Aggravated Kidnapping with Intent to Inflict Bodily Injury/Sexual Abuse • Aggravated Sexual Assault • Burglary of a Habitation with the Intent to Commit a Sexual Offense • • • • Failure to Comply/Duty to Register as a Sex Offender† • Hindering the Apprehension/Prosecution of a Known Felon/Sex Offender‡ • Prohibited Sexual Conduct • Sex Trafficking of Persons • Sexual Assault • Sexual Exploitation by a Mental Health Services Provider • Sexual Coercion …
BYLAWS OF THE Public Safety Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is Public Safety Commission. ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory body to the city council on all budgetary and policy matters concerning public safety, including matters related to the Austin Police Department, the Austin Climate Action & Resilience, Austin Emergency ManagementServices, Austin Equity and Inclusion, Austin Fire Department, Austin Forensic Science, Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations, and the Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department, Austin Police, Austin Police Oversight, andAustin Public Health, and the Office of Violence Prevention. Make recommendations on matters related to long-range comprehensive planning initiatives, access to and expenditure of state and federal grant funds, and other related public safety matters. ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The board is composed of eleven members appointed by the city council. The following boards and commission from the Joint Inclusion Committee shall nominate one of its members for appointment by the Council to serve as non-voting Public Safety Commission members: a. African American Advisory Commission b. Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission c. Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Commission d. Commission on Immigrant Affairs e. Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities f. Commission on Aging g. Commission for Women h. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Quality of Life Commission i. Human Rights Commission j. Early Childhood Council (B) A member serves at the pleasure of the city council. (C) Board members serve for a term of four years beginning March 1st on the year of appointment. (D) An individual board member may not act in an official capacity except through the action of the board. (E) A board member who is absent for three consecutive regular meetings or one-third of all regular meetings in a !rolling” twelve month timeframe automatically vacates the member"s position subject to the holdover provisions in Section 2-1-27 of the City Code. This does not apply to an absence due to illness or injury of the board member, an illness or injury of a board member"s immediate family member, active military service, or the birth or adoption of the board member"s child for 90 days after the event. The board member must notify the staff liaison of the reason for the absence not later than the date of the next regular meeting of the board. Failure to notify the liaison before the …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, November 3, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, November 3, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Enrique Duran II David Holmes Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Kimberly Hidrogo Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carlos León - CapMetro APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on October 6, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on October 6, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Holmes’ second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll, Orr, and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Rob Vires, Chief of Staff, Austin Fire Department. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Carrie Stewart, Division Chief, Wildfire Division, Austin Fire Department, and Luke Ball, Wildfire Mitigation Officer, Austin Fire Department. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, November 3, 2025 4. Discussion of sexual assault data with Austin Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, Austin Travis County Sexual Assault Response & Resource Team (SARRT), The SAFE Alliance, and the Travis County District Attorney’s Office. The presentation was made by Angie Jones, Assistant Chief, Special Victims Unit, Austin Police, Holly Bowles, Director of Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy, The SAFE Alliance, Allison Kolb, Vice President of Community Services, The SAFE Alliance, Paula Marks, Director of Forensic Nursing, The SAFE Alliance, and Trudy Strassberger, First Assistant District Attorney, Travis County District Attorney’s Office. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS 5. Final report and recommendation from the Bylaws Working Group. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve amendments to the Public Safety Commission Bylaws regarding purpose and duties and membership. The motion to approve amendments to the Public Safety Commission Bylaws regarding purpose and duties and membership was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Hidrogo’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Nguyễn was off the dais. Commissioners Carroll, Orr, and Smith were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Counsel at First Appearance Austin Office of Equity and Inclusion G File ADJOURNMENT Chair Ramírez …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Monday, October 6, 2025, 4:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, #1101 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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 or in person, call or email Christi Vitela, 512-974-2792, christi.vitela@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Angel Carroll Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five 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 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on September 8, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, including an update on car burglaries and the G-File Public Information Requests, Austin Police Department. Presentation regarding severe weather preparedness and evacuation planning. Presentation by Jim Redick, Director, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from the Public Safety Commission’s Collective Sex Crimes Response Model Working Group on the progress, risks, and adjustments to reporting schedule of data. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy. Approve the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule. Approve a Public Safety Commission representative to the Downtown Commission. Approve updates to the membership of the Bylaws Working Group. 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 Christi Vitela at the Office of the City Clerk Department, at …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, September 8, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, September 8, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Angel Carroll David Holmes Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on July 7, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on July 7, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Bernhardt and Carroll were off the dais. Commissioners Hidrogo, Nguyễn, and Smith were absent. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on August 4, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on August 4, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Duran’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Hidrogo, Nguyễn, and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, September 8, 2025 4. 5. The presentation was made by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Introduction and overview of the Forensic Science Department. Presentation by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Director, Forensic Science Department. The presentation was made by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Director, Austin Forensic Science Department. Discussion of the Office of Police Oversight's compliance with the Austin Police Oversight Act and Resolution 20230921-099. Discussed. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the review of the Office of Police Oversight’s compliance with the Austin Police Oversight Act. The motion to approve Recommendation to Council regarding the review of the Office of Police Oversight’s compliance with the Austin Police Oversight Act was made by Commissioner Bernhardt and seconded by Commissioner Carroll. The motion to amend was made by Commissioner Carroll and seconded by Commissioner Bernhardt. The amendment was to add a fifth bullet point to page 4 as follows: “Responses to questions read on the record at the September 8, 2025 Regular Called Meeting of the Public Safety Commission be made publicly available. …
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Recommendation 20251006-005: Date: October 6, 2025 Subject: Implementation, tracking and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy Motioned by: Seconded by: WHEREAS, The Austin Public Safety Commission is tasked with reviewing public safety agency budgets and providing policy recommendations to the Austin City Council; and WHEREAS, The City of Austin in conjunction with Austin community members developed a comprehensive plan for reimagining public safety; and WHEREAS, in 2018, multiple former cadets from the Austin Police Academy notified the Austin Police Department of academy curricula they believed was strongly focused on dominance, aggression, and violence in keeping with a “warrior” approach to policing; and WHEREAS a 2020 lawsuit against the City of Austin, the Austin Police Department, and the chief of the Austin Police detailed at least 8 cadets fell ill in APD academy training as a result of policy violations and improperly implemented “Stress Reaction Training,”; and WHEREAS, City Council Resolution 66, the work of the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, and the 2020 Strategic Plan of the APD Training Academy articulate the goal of realizing an Austin Police Academy that transparently addresses issues of racial and gender equity, emphasizes de-escalation tactics that minimize the use of force, and moves away from a regimented, paramilitary culture into an academy which incorporates community partnerships and current evidence-based strategies for the learning of current and future officers; and WHEREAS, on November 12, 2020, the City of Austin’s Office of Police Oversight (OPO), in consultation with the City Manager's Office, retained Kroll Associates, Inc. to review and evaluate the Austin Police Department on the extent to which forms of racism, bigotry, and discrimination are present in the protocols, practices, and behaviors of the APD, beginning with an assessment of the APD training academy; and WHEREAS, Kroll’s assessment of the APD Training Academy recommended: 1. The APD academy shift away from stress-oriented military-style curricula toward a resiliency- based approach supported by adult learning and student-centered instructions 2. That adoption of a “guardian” approach that emphasizes service to the community 3. That APD become an evidence-based learning organization that rigorously tests changes to its training and shares research findings with Academy staff to continually improve Academy curricula; and WHEREAS, Kroll’s assessment recommended several measures for immediate implementation, including (but not limited to): 1. Hiring and onboarding a Training Supervisor to work with the Division Manager in updating and …
Public Safety Commission 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule 1st Monday of each month at 4:00 pm 1. January 5, 2026 2. February 2, 2026 3. March 2, 2026 4. April 6, 2026 5. May 4, 2026 6. June 1, 2026 7. July 6, 2026 8. August 3, 2026 9. September 14, 2026* 10. October 5, 2026 11. November 2, 2026 12. December 7, 2026 *revised due to holiday
APD Training Academy 154th Cadet Class Final Report Prepared by Madison K. Doyle, Ph.D. Research Analyst Sr 1 Overview Executive Summary The 154th Cadet Class of the Austin Police Department (APD) Training Academy commenced on January 6, 2025, and concluded on August 29, 2025. This class began with 73 cadets, of which 35 successfully graduated, resulting in a graduation rate of 48%. This class faced retention-related challenges, primarily due to personal reasons and physical preparedness. Notably, though, most cadets (separated and graduated) reported having a positive overall experience and expressed a willingness to recommend the APD Academy to others. 154th Cadet Class Highlights • Attrition was concentrated at the beginning of the academy, with nearly half of the separations occurring in the first four weeks. • Most cadets were in their 20s, (77%) and male (81%). • Graduation rates varied some between demographic groups, with the most notable difference being the higher success among those with military experience (64% graduated) compared to those without (42% graduated). • While most cadets passed their exams, there were three exams that had over a 20% failure rate. • All graduating cadets passed their defensive tactics final, and averaged 98/100 of their firearms final. • Graduating cadets provided feedback indicating a desire for shorter, more focused training, more time spent on critical skills (defensive tactics, firearms, legal content, and patrol skills), greater instructional consistency and cohesion across staff, and additional support mechanisms (mentoring, tutoring, and check-ins). • Community engagement remained a visible strength, with cadets participating in Academy Foundations training, a community resource fair, and other community organization presentations. • Despite challenges, both graduates and those who separated early reported positive experiences, with many stating they would recommend the APD Academy to others. Conclusions & Recommendations The findings regarding 154th cadet class highlight the APD Training Academy’s commitment to community engagement, professional and personal development, as well as the delivery of high-quality instruction. Based on the current findings, recommendations are listed below. • Given that nearly half of all separations occurred in the first two weeks, implement enhanced onboarding and support during recruiting and the first few weeks to address early challenges related to physical preparedness and personal adjustment. • Provide prospective cadets with clear physical preparedness guidelines and optional pre-academy • fitness opportunities. Introduce early academic interventions for cadets at risk of failing exams. A tutoring program, peer mentoring, or additional review sessions …
APD Quarterly Update to PSC Data and Backup Materials Austin Police | October 6, 2025 APD Quarterly Presentation 2 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type March - August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 3 Crimes Against Persons by APD Sector March - August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 4 Crimes Against Persons by City Council District March - August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 5 Crimes Against Property/Society by Offense Type March – August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 6 Crimes Against Property/Society by APD Sector March - August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 7 Crimes Against Property/Society by City Council District March - August Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 8 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Person January - August, 2025 * Period reported Jan 1 to Aug 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS Uniform Crime Report System 9 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Property January – August, 2025 * Period reported Jan 1 to Aug 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS Uniform Crime Report System 10 Clearance Rates- Crimes Against Society January - August, 2025 * Period reported Jan 1 to Aug 31, 2025 Source: TXDPS Uniform Crime Report System 11 Emergency (P0) Call Volume March 1- August 31, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean (March-Aug) Source: APD CAD Response Time 12 Urgent (P1) Call Volume March 1- August 31, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean (March-Aug) Source: APD CAD Response Time 13 Emergency (P0) Response Time March 1- August 31, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean (March-Aug) Source: APD CAD Response Time 14 Urgent (P1) Response Time March 1- August 31, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean (March-Aug) Source: APD CAD Response Time 15 Response Times and Incident Volume by City Council District March 1- August 31, 2025 Source: APD CAD Response Time 16
APD Quarterly Update to PSC Austin Police | October 6, 2025 Crime Reduction Focus Areas Auto Theft Incidents are down compared to last year (31%) and the last 5 years (18%) Initiatives include partnering with dealerships looking at theft locations and recovery locations Theft at Storage Facilities Building cross-cutting initiatives to tackle the growing issue Speeding and Reckless Driving Partnering with TXDOT to address the issue along FM 2222 Place Network Investigations (PNI) Looks at how places connect together Goal is to disrupt those networks of places to address areas with chronic crime Crime at Parks Collaborations with District Attorney Office, County Attorney Office, and TX DPS to address vehicle burglaries and other crime at local parks Coordinated enforcement, prosecution, and prevention efforts ensuring accountability and improving conditions in the parks and surrounding areas Everyone involved is committed to delivering meaningful consequences for offenders and bringing long-term improvement to the community 2 G-File Update G-Files Requests this year (through mid-September) 184= Total requests 45= Open requests 139= Closed requests Processed on a rolling basis as they enter the queue Processing time can be dependent on digitization and redaction needs G-File requests are processed along with other Freedom of Information Requests Department receives an average of 633 Freedom of Information Requests a week. 3 Community Engagement Highlights Numerous community engagements over the summer Shared safety messages to variety of groups and individuals Worked with youth and schools to strengthen relationships Engaged with neighborhood and community groups to understand key issues Interacted with community at numerous community events and fairs 106th Community Police Academy (CPA) 25 students engaged Classes began September 2, 2025 and will end in December 2025 14 weekly classes covering a range of topics to help participants better understand policing in Austin through education Since inception in 1987, we have had 2,846 participants graduate the APD CPA 4 Community Engagement Highlights Speed Campaign with TX DOT Back to school event- APD distributed back to school supplies Coffee with a Cop for more personal connections Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu festival to honor protectors Walmart re-opening event Safety training for older adults- focus on 911 vs 311 and cyber scam awareness City of Austin Pride Festival 5 Community …
Public Safety Commission Austin Emergency Management | October 6, 2025 Primus Inter Pares “First Among Equals” Vision Statement: A disaster-prepared and resilient community. Mission Statement: We serve as Austin’s trusted leader in coordinating a unified effort to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and disruptions - protecting life, property, and the environment by empowering community resilience and all hazards readiness. New Organizational Structure 3 New Team Approach ESF-1 Transportation ESF-2 Communications ESF-3 Public Works & Engineering ESF-4 Firefighting ESF-5 Emergency Management ESF-6 Mass Care ESF-7 Logistics ESF-8 Public Health & Medical ESF-9 Search and Rescue ESF-10 Oil & Hazardous Materials ESF-11 Agriculture & Natural Resources ESF-12 Energy ESF-13 Public Safety ESF-14 Private Sector Coordination ESF-15 Public Information ESF-16 Recovery ESF-17 Military Support ESF-18 Education ESF-19 Operations Technology ESF-20 Cyber Security ESF-21 Emergency Medical 4 New Plans • Not technical documents • Developed for with the Community. • Reflective of the makeup of the community. • Highlights areas of vulnerability. • Living documents 5 Information Sharing Strategies NEW: IPAWS / WEA Alerting Authority Unity of Effort Message Templates Message Decision Matrix Emergency Preparedness Outreach: “Market the Storm” Monthly Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up Events Quarterly Trainings CERT Program Trainings by request Warn Central Texas English + Spanish AustinTexas.gov/Alerts 14 languages Emergency Operations Center Communications City Council News Flash Informal “behind the scenes” updates sent to partner agencies Blog posts 6 Plan. Train. Drill. Exercise. Repeat. Professional Development 3-Year Training and Exercise Plan Cross-Sector Training / Exercises Discussions regarding Nationwide Incidents “Always one more thing we can do to improve our odds of success, after that, another…” 7 Questions? Jim Redick, MPA, CEM Director, Austin Emergency Management Jim.Redick@austintexas.gov 8
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Recommendation 20251006-005: Date: October 6, 2025 Subject: Implementation, tracking and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy Motioned by: Commissioner Bernhardt Seconded by: Chair Ramírez WHEREAS, The Austin Public Safety Commission is tasked with reviewing public safety agency budgets and providing policy recommendations to the Austin City Council; and WHEREAS, The City of Austin in conjunction with Austin community members developed a comprehensive plan for reimagining public safety; and WHEREAS, in 2018, multiple former cadets from the Austin Police Academy notified the Austin Police Department of academy curricula they believed was strongly focused on dominance, aggression, and violence in keeping with a “warrior” approach to policing; and WHEREAS a 2020 lawsuit against the City of Austin, the Austin Police Department, and the chief of the Austin Police detailed at least 8 cadets fell ill in APD academy training as a result of policy violations and improperly implemented “Stress Reaction Training,”; and WHEREAS, City Council Resolution 66, the work of the Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, and the 2020 Strategic Plan of the APD Training Academy articulate the goal of realizing an Austin Police Academy that transparently addresses issues of racial and gender equity, emphasizes de-escalation tactics that minimize the use of force, and moves away from a regimented, paramilitary culture into an academy which incorporates community partnerships and current evidence-based strategies for the learning of current and future officers; and WHEREAS, on November 12, 2020, the City of Austin’s Office of Police Oversight (OPO), in consultation with the City Manager's Office, retained Kroll Associates, Inc. to review and evaluate the Austin Police Department on the extent to which forms of racism, bigotry, and discrimination are present in the protocols, practices, and behaviors of the APD, beginning with an assessment of the APD training academy; and WHEREAS, Kroll’s assessment of the APD Training Academy recommended: 1. The APD academy shift away from stress-oriented military-style curricula toward a resiliency- based approach supported by adult learning and student-centered instructions 2. That adoption of a “guardian” approach that emphasizes service to the community 3. That APD become an evidence-based learning organization that rigorously tests changes to its training and shares research findings with Academy staff to continually improve Academy curricula; and WHEREAS, Kroll’s assessment recommended several measures for immediate implementation, including (but not limited to): 1. Hiring and onboarding a Training Supervisor to work with the Division …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, October 6, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, October 6, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Ruttan called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on September 8, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on September 8, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Bernhardt motion, Chair Ramírez’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners Hidrogo, Nguyễn, and Sierra-Arévalo were off the dais. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation regarding severe weather preparedness and evacuation planning. Presentation by Jim Redick, Director, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. The presentation was made by Jim Redick, Director, Austin Emergency Management. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, October 6, 2025 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, including an update on car burglaries and the G-File Public Information Requests, Austin Police Department. The presentation was made by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 4. Update from the Public Safety Commission’s Collective Sex Crimes Response Model Working Group on the progress, risks, and adjustments to reporting schedule of data. Chair Ramírez provided an update. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule. The motion to amend the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule and replace September 14, 2026, with September 8, 2026, was approved on Commissioner Bernhardt’s motion, Commissioner Nguyễn’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. The motion to approve the Public Safety Commission’s 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule as amended above was approved on Commissioner Nguyễn’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second, on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Carroll and Smith were absent. 5. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy. The motion to approve the Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy was made by Commissioner …
REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Monday, September 8, 2025, 4:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, #1101 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Public Safety 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 or in person, call or email Christi Vitela, 512-974-2792, christi.vitela@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Angel Carroll Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five 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 1. 2. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on July 7, 2025. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on August 4, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services. Introduction and overview of the Forensic Science Department. Presentation by Dr. Dana Kadavy, Director, Forensic Science Department. Discussion of the Office of Police Oversight's compliance with the Austin Police Oversight Act and Resolution 20230921-099. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the review of the Office of Police Oversight’s compliance with the Austin Police Oversight Act. WORKING GROUP UPDATES 7. Update from the Public Safety Commission’s Collective Sex Crimes Response Model Working Group on the progress, risks, and adjustments to reporting schedule of data. 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 Christi Vitela at the Office of the City Clerk Department, at 512-974-2792 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, July 7, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, July 7, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, July 7, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Angel Carroll Enrique Duran II Kimberly Hidrogo David Holmes Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Carlos Soto – Community Advancement Network Rubén Rivera Clemente – Harassment APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 2. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on May 5, 2025. The minutes were approved at the July 7, 2025, meeting on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Bernhardt’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith abstained. Commissioners Nguyễn, Orr, and Sierra-Arévalo were absent. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on June 2, 2025. The minutes were approved at the July 7, 2025, meeting on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Bernhardt’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Nguyễn, Orr, and Sierra-Arévalo were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Approve the Public Safety Commission 2024-2025 Annual Internal Report. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, July 7, 2025 The motion to approve the Public Safety Commission 2024-2025 Annual Internal Report was approved on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Bernhardt’s second on an 8-0 vote. Commissioners Nguyễn, Orr, and Sierra-Arévalo were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department and update on the Automated License Plate Reader Program. Presentation by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department. The presentation was made by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department. 4. 5. Chair Ramírez requested the most recent Berry Dunn Report. Commissioner Bernhardt requested the next quarterly update include attrition rates for each of the academies and progress towards the 30 by 30 goal. Vice Chair Ruttan asked if the increases in Kidnapping/Abduction (100) and Drug/Narcotic Offenses (35A, 35B) and Pornography/Obscene Material (370) could be attributed to changes in enforcement patterns or whether it was a random variation. Discussion of bylaw amendment process, current bylaws, and potential changes. Discussed. Discussion of sexual assault data with Austin Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, Austin- Travis County Sexual Assault Response & Resource Team (SARRT), The …
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, August 4, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, August 4, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:12 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Tim Ruttan, Vice Chair Enrique Duran II Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Edward Sledge – General railroad crossing DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Rob Vires, Chief of Staff, Austin Fire Department. 3. Discussion of the City of Austin Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget and impact on public safety departments. Discussed. 4. Update on the 89th Texas Legislature and impacts on public safety. Presentation by Carrie Rogers, Intergovernmental Relations Officer, Austin Office of Intergovernmental Relations. The presentation was made by Rick Ramírez, Deputy Intergovernmental Relations Officer, and Christopher Coppola, Division Chief, Law Department. WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATION 5. Training Academy Working Group recommendation to the Public Safety Commission. Discussed. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, August 4, 2025 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy. The motion to approve the Recommendation to Council regarding implementation, tracking, and transparency of recommendations made for Austin Police Department’s Cadet Training Academy failed on a Commissioner Smith’s motion, Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo’s second, on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Duran and Nguyễn abstained. Commissioners Bernhardt, Carroll, Hidrogo, Holmes, and Orr were absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on July 7, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on July 7, 2025, failed on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Duran’s second on a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Sierra-Arévalo abstained. Commissioners Bernhardt, Carroll, Hidrogo, Holmes, and Orr were absent. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion of Police Academy Office of Police Oversight Office of Violence Prevention Forensic Science Department ADJOURNMENT Chair Ramírez adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. without objection. 2
Austin Forensic Science Dr. Dana Kadavy| Director| Sept 08, 2025 Austin Forensic Science Our Vision • To be a trusted forensic laboratory known for technically defensible, unbiased, and high-quality services to our community Our Mission • To provide accurate and impartial scientific analysis and support services to the criminal justice system while maintaining the highest level of quality and professionalism Austin Forensic Science Core Values • Truth Through Science • Technical and Scientific Excellence • Reliable Quality Service • Unbiased and Accurate Analysis and Reporting • Transparent Procedures and Information Sharing • Honest and Accountable Team Members 3 Austin Forensic Science Organization 4 Austin Forensic Science Core Services 54 Certified & Licensed Experts Crime Scene Firearms & Toolmarks Latent Prints Seized Drugs 24/7 Field Response Evidence Sampling & Collection Latent Print Processing Function Evaluation Physical Comparison Serial Number Restoration Physical Print Comparison Individual characteristic database Identification and confirmation of controlled substances Weight measurement 5 Austin Forensic Science Core Services 54 Certified & Licensed Experts Toxicology DNA & Case Management Evidence Control Quality Assurance Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) DNA Analysis DNA Outsourcing Lifecycle Case Management Discovery Storage & maintenance Chain of custody Transport Disposal Accreditation & Licensing Competency & Proficiency Equipment/Method Validation Corrective/Preventive Actions 6 Austin Forensic Science Quality Assurance • ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to ISO 17025:2017 and Accreditation Requirements 3125 • Texas Forensic Science Commission Accreditation; Title 37, Texas Admin. Code, Chapter 651 • Organization of Scientific Area Committees for Forensic Science (OSAC) Early Implementer of OSAC Registry Standards • 152 published and 73 proposed Registry Standards • IdeagenTM Quality Management System 7 Austin Forensic Science Performance – 2024 Snapshot • Processed all sexual assault kits received in 2024 with average turn- around-time of 51 days, preventing a backlog for six consecutive years • Investigated 2.2K Major Crime Scenes • Delivered 7.5K forensic reports and processed 25K items of evidence • Disposed of 140K eligible items, including 9.2K seized drugs and 1.3K firearms 8 Questions & Thank you 9
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Recommendation 20250908-006: Date: September 8, 2025 Subject: Review of Office of Police Oversight’s Compliance with APOA and Resolution 99 Motioned by: Seconded by: WHEREAS, The Austin Public Safety Commission serves as an advisory body to the city council on all budgetary and policy matters concerning public safety; and WHEREAS, the citizens of Austin voted for the Austin Police Oversight Act in May of 2023; and WHEREAS, The City Council directed the City Manager to revise all internal policies with respect to the Office of Police Oversight (OPO) in order to comply with the amended City Code Chapter 2-151 and Ordinance No. 20230223-061 via Resolution 99 in September 2023;2 and WHEREAS, § 2-15-3(B)(8) of the Office of Police Oversight Ordinance states the office shall “at least once per year, provide both written and oral reports at an open session of the City Council regarding the results of office activities”;3 and 1 https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT2AD_CH2- 15POOV&showChanges=true 2 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=417032 3 https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT2AD_CH2- 15POOV&showChanges=true WHEREAS, as of September 8, 2025 the Office of Police Oversight has only “presented the report to Mayor and Council via memo” with no oral report scheduled regarding the office’s activities;4 and WHEREAS, progress and implementation of the Austin Police Oversight Act and Resolution 99 is inextricably linked to the the Public Safety Commission’s mission; and WHEREAS, the Office of Police Oversight has refused to present and answer questions on the record at a Public Safety Commission meeting and/or provide updates on its compliance moving forward; and WHEREAS, § 2-15-3(B)(12) of the Office of Police Oversight Ordinance states the office shall “act as a central depository for documentation relevant to the mission of the office and make such information available to the public, including but not limited to: complaint outcomes; officer discipline; force incidents; and lawsuits against the City that allege officer misconduct, including the filings and the final settlement amount of any such suits;”;5 and WHEREAS, complaints posted to date to the Office of Police Oversight website are not searchable by keyword, complaint date, or complaint number; and WHEREAS Resolution 99 requires posting of Anonymized demographic information about the complainant, including, but not limited to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, if provided, and Sector complaint originated; to its website concerning all complaints;6 and WHEREAS, sector and demographic data are not yet posted and no actionable plan has been put forth by the Office of Police Oversight for mitigating the …
Emergency Medical Services Incident and Response Data FY25 Q3 Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff 1 Incidents, Patient Contacts, Transports January 2021 – July 2025 Incidents | Patient Contacts | Patient Transports January 2021 - July 2025 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 1 2 - n a J 1 2 - r a M 1 2 - y a M 1 2 - l u J 1 2 - p e S 1 2 - v o N 2 2 - n a J 2 2 - r a M 2 2 - y a M 2 2 - l u J 2 2 - p e S 2 2 - v o N 3 2 - n a J 3 2 - r a M 3 2 - y a M 3 2 - l u J 3 2 - p e S 3 2 - v o N 4 2 - n a J 4 2 - r a M 4 2 - y a M 4 2 - l u J 4 2 - p e S 4 2 - v o N 5 2 - n a J 5 2 - r a M 5 2 - y a M 5 2 - l u J Incidents Patient Contacts Patient Transports 2 P1 Compliance by District FY25 Q3 Priority 1 Compliance by District FY25 Q3 72.65% 71.54% 79.07% 75.74% 81.03% 64.60% 64.80% 70.65% 88.86% 53.19% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 % Goal Met 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 3 P1 Response Interval by District FY25 Q3 Priority 1 Response Interval by District FY25 Q3 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 12.22 12.82 11.50 11.83 11.68 11.57 12.97 12.72 8.47 8.62 7.67 8.30 9.03 8.07 8.82 8.53 15.27 10.23 9.88 6.50 7.40% 7.87% 8.08% 6.56% 6.78% 7.44% 7.58% 7.05% 8.96% 6.16% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 90th Percentile (Minutes) Average (Minutes) % of Total for District 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 4 Priority Percentage By District FY25 Q3 Priority Percentage by District FY25 Q3 11.33% 10.97% 11.62% 11.05% 10.99% 10.13% 11.80% 11.65% 10.29% 10.81% 30.40% 32.82% 29.72% 30.35% 31.13% 11.55% 11.96% 13.21% 14.40% 12.93% 29.17% 12.63% 30.52% 32.41% 32.29% 34.51% 13.58% 11.80% 13.11% 10.48% 39.32% 36.37% 37.37% 37.63% 38.16% …
Emergency Medical Services Public Safety Commission Meeting FY25 Q3 Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff 1 Current EMS Department Staffing Authorized Strength Filled Sworn Sworn Vacancies 714 609 105 Medic Openings 27 Field 1 Communications June 30, 2025 Rank EMS Assistant Chief EMS Captain - Communications EMS Captain - Field EMS Clinical Spec - Comm EMS Clinical Spec - Field EMS Commander - Communications EMS Commander - Field EMS Division Chief EMS Medic - Communications EMS Medic - Field EMS Chief Paramedic Practitioner EMS Paramedic Practitioner TOTAL Q3 AVERAGE Authorized Sworn Staffing 4 11 83 35 302 5 40 10 8 211 1 4 714 Vacancies Vacancy Rate 0 2 2 10 62 0 1 0 1 27 0 0 105 0.00 18.18 2.41 28.57 20.53 0.00 2.50 0.00 12.50 12.80 0.00 0.00 14.71 13.82 2 Sworn Separations Sworn Separations by Type 17 9 8 4 1 2 1 3 2 EMS Assistant Chief EMS Captain - Comm EMS Captain - Field EMS Clinical Spec - Comm EMS Clinical Spec - Field EMS Commander - Comm EMS Commander - Field EMS Division Chief EMS Medic - Comm EMS Medic - Field Resigned Retired 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 3 Sworn Tenure at Separation Sworn Tenure at Separation 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4 d e r i t e R 1 d e n g i s e R 2 d e r i t e R 1 d e n g i s e R 5 3 1 d e n g i s e R 4 4 3 1 1 d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R 8 7 2 d e n g i s e R d e r i t e R EMS Assistant Chief EMS Captain - Comm EMS Captain - Field EMS Clinical Spec …
