AUSTIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION M E M O R A N D U M South Central Waterfront Advisory Board Veronica Briseño, Interim Chief Executive Officer Austin Economic Development Corporation March 2, 2021 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: As directed through Resolution 20190808-072 and Resolution 20201001-055, the Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) assumed a lead role coordinating due diligence needed to support the request for a potential Council-approved financing mechanism(s), specifically a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to achieve the vision plan of the South Central Waterfront (SCW). Since the organization was created by Council in October of 2020, AEDC’s leadership has taken three principal forms: February Update from Austin Economic Development Corporation 1) Administratively establishing the organization for long-term support to SCW and other projects; 2) Completing the technical analysis required to support the TIRZ ordinance; and 3) Engaging with City staff to progress the request(s) and stakeholders to receive continued guidance. On the technical side, AEDC is already contributing resources to work with legal counsel for drafting an Ordinance, Project Plan, and Preliminary Financing Plan that the organization intends to provide the City in support of its evaluation of the request for the City Council’s designation of a TIRZ. As part of this process, AEDC has compiled previous work conducted by ECONorthwest, CMR, and the City that estimate the potential costs and revenues associated with the SCW Vision Plan. In addition, AEDC has retained Winstead PC to advise on legal aspects of the TIRZ formation and ECONorthwest to draft a memo summarizing its prior findings. Further, AEDC has engaged the City’s Housing and Planning Department, Economic Development Department and Financial Services Department staff through weekly meetings and workshops on the project that also support regular briefings with Council offices. Monthly Updates and On-going Coordination To support on-going coordination of communications for transparency, feedback and guidance, AEDC has committed to providing a monthly written update to the South Central Waterfront Advisory Board (SCWAB). If there Is a pressing issue or need, AEDC staff will attend the SCWAB meeting to seek input. David Colligan, AEDC Interim COO, will be the key contact for the SCWAB. Upcoming Discussions and Council Action Understanding that a number of priorities and timelines are shifting due to the City closure and emergency response efforts attributed to weather conditions during the week of February 14, 2021, AEDC intends to join the next SCWAB monthly meeting to present an …
Working Group Community Benefits, Infrastructure, and Regulating Plan SCWAB Working Group Members List - March 2021 Ex Officio Established Status Note July 15, 2019 Active Samuel Franco is WG Lead Finance and Governance July 15, 2019 Active Samuel Franco is WG Lead Active Projects July 15, 2019 Active Wendy Price Todd is WG Lead Members Al Godfrey Greg Anderson* Karen Paup Samuel Franco Linda Guerrero Greg Anderson* Karen Paup Samuel Franco Wendy Price Todd Al Godfrey Francoise Luca Linda Guerrero Wendy Price Todd Karen Paup Lynn Kurth* * indicates alternate
COMMENT REVIEW REPORT UPDATE: 2 PHONE #: 512-974-1237 CASE NUMBER: C814-89-0003.02 CASE MANAGER: Kate Clark REVISION #: 02 PROJECT NAME: 305 S. Congress SUBMITTAL DATE: October 12, 2020 REPORT DUE DATE: November 6, 2020 FINAL REPORT DATE: November 30, 2020 REPORT LATE: 13 BUSINESS DAYS LOCATION: 305 South Congress Avenue STAFF REVIEW: This report includes all comments received to date concerning your planned unit development. The planned unit development will be approved when all requirements identified in this report have been addressed. However, until this happens, your planned unit development is considered disapproved. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PROBLEMS, CONCERNS OR IF YOU REQUIRE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT YOUR CASE MANAGER (referenced above) at the CITY OF AUSTIN, HOUSING AND PLANNING DEPARTMENT, 505 Barton Springs Road – 5th Floor, AUSTIN, TX 78704 REPORT: The attached report identifies those requirements that must be addressed by an update to your application in order to obtain approval. This report may also contain recommendations for you to consider, which are not requirements. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS MAY BE GENERATED AS A RESULT OF INFORMATION OR DESIGN CHANGES PROVIDED IN YOUR UPDATE. UPDATE DEADLINE: It is the responsibility of the applicant or his/her agent to update this planned unit development (PUD) amendment application. The Planning Commission must take an action no later than April 8, 2021 (estimated commission date) which is less than 181 days from the date of the previous action. Otherwise, the application will expire. Case Number: C814-89-0003.02 Comment Report Update 2 Art in Public Places – Susan Lambe – 512- 974-7852 AIPP 1. Please follow up directly with Susan Lambe at Susan.Lambe@austintexas.gov and copy Marjorie Flanagan at Marjorie.Flanagan@austintexas.gov to discuss the AIPP program and process. FYI: The ordinance will have to include an implementation process. Please coordinate with AIPP, Site Plan and Zoning Reviewers to begin developing initial language. Austin Energy Green Building – Sarah Talkington – 512-482-5393 AEGB 1. Generally, the 2-Star AEGB requirement is in line with expectations. FYI: The PUD should begin speaking with the Austin Energy District Cooling Team. Their contact information is: andrew.gallo@austinenergy.com and Sue.Arthur@austinenergy.com Update 1: Comment cleared. FYI: AEGB only rates whole buildings; the scope is comprehensive and there is no Core and Shell Only compliance path. It is the owners responsibility to ensure the tenants meet the AEGB rating requirements. This is typically achieved through …
AEDC South Central Waterfront Update TIF Overview and Analysis Questions MARCH 2021 Agenda TIRZ Timeline & Next Steps TIF Framework & Precedents Infrastructure Scenarios Update Affordability Scenarios TIRZ Board Requirements TIRZ Timeline & Next Steps HR&A Advisors, Inc. PANYNJ Advertising | 3 AEDC Organizational Responsibilities SCW TIRZ designation & implementation Public pipeline asset management AEDC Cultural Trust design & management Supporting City in negotiating certain real estate transactions Austin EDC South Central Waterfront | 4 AEDC Organizational and Executive Update AEDC Board Activity AEDC Board • Interim Board monthly meetings: o Dec. 14, 2020 o Jan. 14, 2021 o Feb. 8, 2021 o Mar. 8, 2021 • April 8 | Board meeting to approve Interlocal Agreement (ILA) • April | Final Board designated Austin EDC Legal Counsel Executive Search • ILA is in final state and being reviewed by City Manager and EDD • Winstead has reviewed TIRZ and Cultural Trust considerations and proposed path forward (included as attachment to ILA) • Korn Ferry retained as Executive Search Firm • March | Posting openings for COO, CXO • April | Interviews for COO, CXO Gov’t & and Community Relations Jan + Feb | ULI hosted public mtgs • Stakeholder mtgs • • Dec 16, 2020 Feb 10, 2021 • • March 17 |AEDC Stakeholder mtg • March 18 | CTAC meeting • Council one on ones to continue monthly • April | Council Action to approve ILA South Central Waterfront | 5 SCW History | Recent SCWAB 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 Development Corporation to help manage the district. AEDC regularly briefs the SCWAB on strategy for 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 | 6 AEDC South Central Waterfront Efforts To Date Dec.-Nov. 2020 January February March Council/City Staff Commenced SCW working group with EDD, HPD staff; Engaged Council members in initial 1:1s Continued Council 1:1s on TIRZ and SCW working group AEDC/SCWAB AEDC …
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD APPROVED MINUTES FOR MARCH 15, 2021 AT 6:00PM The South Central Waterfront Advisory Board convened in a Regular Meeting on March 15, 2021 via videoconferencing. Chair Samuel Franco called the meeting to order at 6:03 pm. Board Members in attendance: Ex Officios: Chair Samuel Franco (Design Commission) Vice Chair Lynn Kurth (Mayor & Dist 9 Appointee) 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 Nazlie Saeedi (ATD) Molly Alexander (DAA) COA Housing and Planning Staff: Alan Holt, Executive Liaison Jodi Lane, Staff Liaison a. Board member Lynn Kurth made a motion, seconded by Board Member Al Godfrey, to approve the draft January 19, 2021 SCWAB meeting minutes. The motion to approve passed without amendments with 7 yes and 2 absent (includes absentee Greg Anderson and late arrival Francoise Luca). 2. ITEMS FOR PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION a. Status of Board Appointments/Reappointments - The Board recognized new nominees to the SCWAB, Jeff Thompson (appointee of the Planning Commission); Tom Groce (appointee of the South River City Neighborhood Association); Heidi Anderson (appointee of the Trail Foundation) b. Status of 305 S. Congress PUD - Housing and Planning Assistant Director, Jerry Rusthoven, began the PUD briefing saying the goal of the PUD is to try to achieve compliance with the SCW Plan. He said the staff review and comment process is not yet complete and said that any Staff Recommendations prepared will go through Boards and Commissions, with the first stop being SCWAB. Member Wendy Price Todd requested a copy of the most current public documents (which were provided). c. Update and discussion with staff and consultants representing Austin Economic Development Corporation - AEDC Consultant Matthew Kwatinetz of Q Partners gave a presentation and update on work to date for evaluation of the SCW TIRZ designation and upcoming Council action request on creation of the SCW Committee. The Board discussed this but no action was taken. 3. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Discussion and possible action on a recommendation to council regarding the creation of a South Central Waterfront Committee under the auspice of the AEDC – Veronica Briseno, Director of EDD and Interim President and CEO of AEDC, provided an overview on the Committee and agreed to postpone …
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 …
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 …
SOUTH CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD DRAFT MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 19TH, 2020 AT 3PM The South Central Waterfront Advisory Board convened in a Regular Meeting on October 19, 2020 via Videoconferencing. Chair Samuel Franco called the meeting to order at 3:10 p.m. Board Members in attendance: Ex Officios: Chair Samuel Franco (Design Commission) Vice Chair Lynn Kurth (Mayor & District 9 Appointee) Greg Anderson (Planning Commission) Linda Guerrero (Environmental Commission) Francoise Luca (Parks & Recreation Board) Karen Paup (Affordable Housing Rep) Wendy Price Todd (S. River City NA) Alfred Godfrey (Trail Foundation) 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION Molly Alexander (DAA) Sam Tedford (NHCD) Nazlie Saeedi (ATD) Marek Izydorczyk (ORES) Rolando Fernandez (FSD) City of Austin Planning & Zoning Staff: Alan Holt, Executive Liaison Sravya Garladenne, Staff Liaison Jodi Lane, Staff Liaison a. Board Member Linda Guerrero made a motion, seconded by Board Member Wendy Price Todd, to approve the draft August 19, 2020 SCWAB meeting minutes. Board Member Wendy Price Todd suggested a friendly amendment to add the address of the property for sale in the South Central Waterfront district. The motion to approve (at the end of the meeting) passed with 7 yes and 2 absent (includes early departee Linda Guerrero and absentee Jeff Seiden) votes. 2. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. SCWAB Letter re: Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) – Chair Samuel Franco gave a brief background on the letter and reported on his meeting with ACM Rodney Gonzalez and EDD Director Veronica Briseno regarding the future of the SCWAB in the proposed AEDC. The Board discussed this and decided to wait to send the letter until the final AEDC proposal is released. 3. ITEMS FOR PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION a. Housing and Planning Department (HPD) – HPD Director, Rosie Truelove gave a presentation on the organizational structure of the new Housing and Planning Department and along with ACM Rodney Gonzales led a discussion on the merger of the two City departments and the continued role of the SCW team at the new department. b. SCW Financial Analysis - Executive Liaison and SCW Project Manager, Alan Holt gave a presentation on the SCW Financial Analysis completed with consultant support from 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 …
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 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 Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD Location TBD 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 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 Austin Economic Development Corporation DECEMBER 21, 2020 SCWAB Update - AEDC | 1 Update: Austin Economic Development Corporation § City Council approved the creation of the AEDC in Resolution No. 20201001-055 § AEDC Major Projects § South Central Waterfront § Cultural Trust § Huston-Tillotson Master Planning Support § International Investment Fund § Ongoing City-Wide Projects § Support on P3 negotiations § Public Pipeline Coordination § Other Projects as directed by Council SCWAB Update - AEDC | 2 Public Real Estate Developer § Why? A public developer can… § Move at the pace of the market § Speed approvals, but with the direct oversight of the City § Reduce the burdens of government with new funding sources § Own and operate real estate to generate cash § Accept charitable donations § Accept investment dollars § Blend the best of public and private deal-making § Generate more money for COA from under-performing real estate SCWAB Update - AEDC | 3 South Central Waterfront Purpose: Manage P3 Negotiations, Regulating Plan and TIF/TIRZ Multiple South Central Waterfront plans have called for the creation of a dedicated local government corporation to manage the implementation of the plan and serve as a steward for the project over the next 20 years – we propose that is Austin Economic Development Corporation. SCWAB Update - AEDC | 4 AEDC Organizational Chart Three Year Stabilized View City of Austin Board of Directors President & CEO Admin Chief Financial Officer General Counsel Chief Operating Officer Chief of Staff (GovCo & PR) IIF Manager Budget Analyst Chief Transactions Officer (CXO) Asset Management Planner SCWAB Update - AEDC | 5 AEDC – COA Master Contract AEDC will propose an annual contract, becoming a public developer on behalf of COA § Real Estate Projects (Three Types) § Lease Administration: AEDC will manage properties on behalf of the City. The City will retain title. AEDC will be paid out of proceeds from the property and will follow all City rules for procurement and disposition. The City retains title. § Transaction Support: AEDC will perform a transaction (lease, sale, purchase) on direction from the City. AEDC will follow all City procurement and disposition requirements, as applicable. AEDC must comply with all Texas law and will obtain appropriate licenses and certifications including a Broker’s license. AEDC will never have any property interest. Payments to AEDC will be made from the transaction. § Public …
