Versión en español a continuación. South Central Waterfront Board Meeting January 19, 2021 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board to be held January 19, 2021 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Monday, January 18th by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the January 19, 2021 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Meeting, members of the public must: • Call or email the board liaison Jodi Lane at (512)-974-1408 or Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov no later than noon, January 18th, 2021. The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). • Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. • Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. • Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. • Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. • If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Reunión del South Central Waterfront Board Meeting FECHA de la reunion January 19, 2021 La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (January 18th, 2021 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en (512)-974-1408 or Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser …
Versión en español a continuación. South Central Waterfront Board Meeting December 21, 2020 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board to be held December 21, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (Sunday, December 20th by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the December 21, 2020 South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison Jodi Lane at (512)-974-1408 or Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov no later than noon, December 20, 2020. The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). •Once a request to speak has been made to the board liaison, the information to call on the day of the scheduled meeting will be provided either by email or phone call. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start time in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov by noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If the meeting is broadcast live, it may be viewed here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Reunión del South Central Waterfront Board Meeting FECHA de la reunion December 21, 2020 La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (December 20, 2020 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de la junta en (512)-974-1408 or Jodi.lane@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). Se requiere la siguiente información: nombre del orador, número (s) de artículo sobre el que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutral, dirección de correo electrónico (opcional) y un número de teléfono (debe ser el número que se utilizará para …
AEDC Monthly Update Overview and SCW "But For" TIRZ Analysis JANUARY 2021 INTERIM DRAFT - CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED UNDER FOI South Central Waterfront (SCW) Overview HR&A Advisors, Inc. PANYNJ Advertising | 2 SCW History | Background Town Lake Corridor Study established principles and City Council initiated the development of a Small goals for future development Area Plan to govern public along the waterfront. priorities for the district. City Council adopted SCW Vision Framework Plan, including a 20% district affordability requirement. 1985 2013 2016 2012 2014 Council appoints Waterfront Planning Advisory Board to host citizen engagement and public workshops. Draft Vision Framework Report highlighted community priorities and identified needed plan components. 2012-2016: the City hosted 19 public events with nearly 2,000 participants. Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 3 SCW History | Recent Efforts As recommended by SCWAB, Finance Department hires CMR to conduct TIF financial analysis, including revenue projections. 2018 City updates SCW Modified Physical Framework and ECONorthwest development feasibility analysis. Austin voters approve Project Connect bond, which will fund two light-rail transit stations in the district. May-Sep. 2020 Nov. 2020 2018 Oct. 2020 Ongoing SCWAB recommends the creation of an economic development entity to implement the Vision Plan. City Council establishes the Austin Economic AEDC regularly briefs the SCWAB on strategy for Development Corporation to help manage the district. implementing the Vision Plan, including a potential TIRZ. 2016-Today: the South Central Waterfront Advisory Board oversees Vision Plan implementation. Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 4 SCW Today The 118-acre district primarily consists of low- density commercial and warehouse uses surrounded by large, underutilized parking lots. The City of Austin controls one parcel within the district – One Texas Center. The remaining sites are controlled by 29 private landowners (excluding Riverwalk condominiums). The Cox Family (owners of Austin Statesman) controls the largest site, totaling 19 acres on the waterfront. Their development partner, Endeavor, has applied for a PUD to redevelop the site. Statesman Site OTC Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 5 SCW Vision As adopted by City Council on June 16, 2016, the SCW Vision Framework Plan prescribes a districtwide network of green streets, parks, trails, and 17 acres of open space, while supporting ~530 affordable housing units. Connectivity Open Space Streetscapes Affordability Enhance connections to and along the waterfront Expand open spaces and create great public places. Establish a lively, safe and attractive pedestrian environment. Include 20% new …
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD 2021 MEETING SCHEDULE The regular meeting of the SCWAB will take place on the third Monday of the month @ 6:00 PM, except when in conflict with a City holiday. January Tuesday, January 19, 2021 Location TBD February Tuesday, February 16, 2021 Location TBD March March 15, 2021 April May June July April 19, 2021 May 17, 2021 June 21, 2021 July 19, 2021 August August 16, 2021 September September 20, 2021 October October 18, 2021 November November 15, 2021 December December 20, 2021 Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD The 2021 meeting schedule was approved (7 yes and 2 absent votes) by members present at the October 19, 2020 meeting. 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 before the meeting date. For information, please contact Sravya Garladenne in the Planning and Zoning Department at sravya.garladenne@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-3362. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD Current Board Member Terms & Reappointment Status - December 21, 2020 Board Member Term Serving Term Start Term End Appointing Board/ Commission Board/Commission Wendy Price Todd Alfred Godfrey Samuel Franco Francoise Luca Lynn Kurth Greg Anderson Jeff Seiden Linda H Guerrero Karen Paup 2nd 2nd 2nd 1st 1st 1st 1st 2nd 1st April 6, 2017 April 6, 2017 April 6, 2017 August 9, 2018 June 19, 2019 August 8, 2019 March 12, 2020 April 13, 2017 August 8, 2019 February 28, 2021 February 28, 2021 February 28, 2021 February 28, 2021 February 28, 2021 June 30, 2021 February 28, 2022 February 28, 2023 February 28, 2023 South River City NA The Trail Foundation Design Commission Parks and Recreation Board Mayor and District 9 Councilmember Tovo Planning Commission Bouldin Creek NA Environmental Commission Community Development Commission Other Term End N/A N/A N/A ? ? February 28, 2021
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD DRAFT MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 21ST, 2020 AT 6PM The South Central Waterfront Advisory Board convened in a Regular Meeting on December 21, 2020 via Videoconferencing. Chair Samuel Franco and Vice Chair Lynn Kurth were not able to attend, Member Wendy Price Todd was appointed interim Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Board Members in attendance: Ex Officios: Greg Anderson (Planning Commission) Alfred Godfrey (Trail Foundation) Linda Guerrero (Environmental Commission) Francoise Luca (Parks & Recreation Board) Karen Paup (Affordable Housing Rep) Jeff Seiden (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Assoc.) Wendy Price Todd (S. River City NA) 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION Molly Alexander (DAA) Nazlie Saeedi (ATD) City of Austin Housing & Planning Staff: Alan Holt, Executive Liaison Jodi Lane, Staff Liaison a. Board Member Linda Guerrero made a motion, seconded by Board Member Al Godfrey, to approve the draft October 19, 2020 SCWAB meeting minutes. Board Member Wendy Price Todd pointed out an error in the minutes; that Jeff Seiden was missing from the attendance list. The motion to approve, with this revision, passed with 5 yes and 4 absent (includes absentees Chair Samuel Franco and Vice Chair Lynn Kurth, and late arrivals Karen Paup and Jeff Seiden) votes. 2. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. 2021 SCWAB Administration - Expiring Terms and 2021 Schedule- Staff Liaison Jodi Lane presented conflicts with regularly scheduled meetings in 2021 and notified Board Members of several expiring terms. No action was taken. 3. ITEMS FOR PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION a. Presentation and discussion with Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Consultants- The Economic Development Department Staff Mona Sanchez and David Colligan were in attendance as Consultants Matthew Kwatinetz, of Q Partners and Thomas Jansen of HR&A gave a presentation and update on the Austin Economic Development Corporation. They indicated they will return in January for additional updates and discussion regarding the TIRZ. No action was taken. 4. WORKING GROUP UPDATES & ASSIGNMENTS FROM CHAIR 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 before the meeting date. For information, please contact Alan Holt in the Planning and Zoning Department at alan.holt@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-2716. TTY users route …
Hill Country Alliance Night Sky Preservation in Austin and Travis County Presentation to the City of Austin South Central Waterfront Advisory Board January 19, 2021 Contact: Cliff Kaplan Program Director, Hill Country Alliance cliff@hillcountryalliance.org, 512.387.3097 Today’s presentation: • What night sky preservation is and why it matters • Current efforts for night sky preservation • Where the City of Austin and the South Central Waterfront District can go from here I - 35 divides the mostly dark half of the US from the very light polluted half Light pollution can be caused by urbanization or industrialization, but it doesn’t have to be… Why does night sky preservation matter? Visibility for comfort, security, and driving: Glare from unshielded lights reduces our ability to see at night, by making shadows darker. Why does night sky preservation matter? Habitat: Preserving naturally dark nights is a vital part of preserving habitat. All of the plants and animals that live in Central Texas, including humans, are evolved for dark nights. Why does night sky preservation matter? Habitat: Preserving naturally dark nights is a vital part of preserving habitat. All of the plants and animals that live in Central Texas, including humans, are evolved for dark nights. • Pollinators (eg moths) • Fireflies • Frogs • Birds • Bats • Deer • Coyotes • Etc. etc. Why does night sky preservation matter? Wasted electricity: It is estimated that 33% of all outdoor lighting is wasted by shining where it is not intended to be. VS. Why does night sky preservation matter? Wasted electricity: It is estimated that 33% of all outdoor lighting is wasted by shining where it is not intended to be. That amounts to between 10 and 15 million tons of CO2 annually in the US, for residential lighting alone. Overall, $3 Billion are spent annually in the US on outdoor lighting shining where it is unintended. Source: International Dark-Sky Association, data from US Dept. of Energy Why does night sky preservation matter? Tourism and recreation: Central Texas destinations, including some in Austin, are enjoyed for their star-filled skies. What is good lighting? • Fully Shielded: No sky glow, glare, or light trespass What is good lighting? Outdoor lights should be rated 3000K or below What is good lighting? • Fully Shielded: No sky glow, glare, or light trespass • Correlated Color Temperature at or below 3000K • Only on when needed: use switches …
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD APPROVED MINUTES FOR JANUARY 19, 2021 AT 1:00 PM The South Central Waterfront Advisory Board convened in a Regular Meeting on January 19, 2021 via Videoconferencing. The meeting was called to order at 1:05pm Board Members in attendance: Chair Samuel Franco (Design Commission) Vice Chair Lynn Kurth (Mayor & Dist 9 Appointee) Greg Anderson (Planning Commission) Alfred Godfrey (Trail Foundation) Linda Guerrero (Environmental Commission) Francoise Luca (Parks & Recreation Board) Jeff Seiden (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Assoc.) Wendy Price Todd (S. River City NA) 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ex Officios: Nazlie Saeedi (ATD) Molly Alexander (DAA) COA Housing and Planning Staff: Alan Holt, Executive Liaison Jodi Lane, Staff Liaison a. Board Member Wendy Price Todd made a motion, seconded by Board Member Samuel Franco, to approve the draft December 19 SCWAB meeting minutes. The motion to approve passed with seven yes and two absent (includes absentee Karen Paup and late arrival Jeff Seiden) votes. 2. ITEMS FOR PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION a. Dark Skies presentation- A presentation was given by Cliff Kaplan, Program Director and Acting Executive Director of the Hill Country Alliance. Cliff will make these materials available to the Board. No Action was taken. b. Presentation and discussion with Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Consultants- Consultants Matthew Kwatinetz, of Q Partners and Thomas Jansen of HR&A gave a presentation and update on the activities of the Austin Economic Development Corporation. The Board discussed this but no action was taken. 3. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. 2021 SCWAB Administration – Staff Liaison Jodi Lane gave an update on Expiring Terms and 2021 Schedule. No action was taken. 4. WORKING GROUP UPDATES & ASSIGNMENTS FROM CHAIR a. Community Benefits, Infrastructure, and Regulating Plan – This working group may work in the future with Cliff Kaplan on dark skies regulations for the district. No other update. b. Finance and Governance- No update c. Active Projects- No update 5. ADJOURNMENT- with no objections, Chair Samuel Franco adjourned the meeting at 2:23pm 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 contact Jodi Lane at the Housing and Planning Department, at (512)-974-1408 …
