REGULAR MEETING OF THE URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, AT 5:00 P.M. CITY HALL, ROOM 1101 301 WEST SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation 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, contact Natalie Leone, 512-974- 3428, natalie.leone@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Susan Somers, Chair Daniel Kavelman, Parliamentarian Deshon Brown Heather Buffo Kevin Chen Nathan Fernandes Justin Jacobson Varun Prasad Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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 Urban Transportation Commission Regular meeting on 6/2/2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Special Events Overview. Presentation by Maria Alonso, Program Manager, Austin Center for Events and Annette Martinez, Division Manager, Austin Transportation and Public Works. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Approve the Right of Way Vacation for 2026-071422 LM – 305 Edwin Lane. Presentation by Christopher Bueckert, Real Estate Services Agent, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 4. Approve the Right of Way Vacation for 2026-071407 LM – 8700 Hergotz Lane. Presentation by Christopher Bueckert, Real Estate Services Agent, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 5. Establish a Working Group for a recommendation regarding amendments to the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan. 6. Discussion and adoption of the Urban Transportation Commission Annual Report. COMMITTEE UPDATES 7. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the June 17, 2026, meeting. 8. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the June 24, 2026, meeting. 9. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the July 6, 2026, meeting. 10. Update from Chair Somers from the Community Advisory Committee of the Austin Transit Partnership Board regarding actions taken at the June 11, 2026, meeting. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities …
URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 2, 2026 The Urban Transportation Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room 1101, Austin, Texas. Chair Somers called the Commission Meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Susan Somers - (District 4) Spencer Schumacher, Vice Chair - (District 9) Daniel Kavelman - (District 5) Nathan Fernandes (District 2) Commissioners in Attendance Virtually: Heather Buffo - (District 1) Kevin Chen - (District 6) Varun Prasad (District 7) Deshon Brown (Mayoral) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Elizabeth Levin Garrett Tung APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING on 5/5/2026. The minutes of the 5/5/2026 meeting were approved on a motion from Commissioner Kavelman, seconded by Commissioner Fernandes, on a 7-0 vote, with Commissioner Chen off the dais and Commissioner Jacobson absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Curb Management Plan Update. The commission received a presentation from Joseph Al-Hajeri, Parking Enterprise Manager, and Lewis Leff, Assistant Director, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 3. Parking Transportation Management Districts Overview. The commission received a presentation from Joseph Al-Hajeri, Parking Enterprise Manager, and Lewis Leff, Assistant Director, Austin Transportation and Public Works. 1 URBAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Approve a recommendation regarding funding transit enhancements through the proposed Dog’s Head Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. Comment Received: Zenobia Joseph, Katie Kam On a motion from Commissioner Schumacher, and a second from Commissioner Kavelman approved with an 8-0 vote, with Commissioner Jacobson absent. COMMITTEE UPDATES 5. Update from Commissioner Chen from the Downtown Commission regarding actions taken at the May 20, 2026, meeting. The commission received an update from Commissioner Chen. 6. Update from Commissioner Prasad from the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding actions taken at the May 13, 2026, meeting. The Commission received an update from Commissioner Prasad. 7. Update from Commissioner Schumacher from the Bicycle Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the May 19, 2026, meeting. The commission received an update from Commissioner Schumacher. 8. Update from Commissioner Kavelman from the Pedestrian Advisory Council regarding actions taken at the June 1, 2026, meeting. The commission received an update from Commissioner Kavelman. 9. Update from Chair Somers from the City Council Mobility Committee regarding actions taken at the May 14, 2026, meetings. The commission received an update from Commissioner Somers. 10. Update from Chair …
Austin Center for Events Update Urban Transportation Committee July 7, 2026 Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | Transportation and Public Works Agenda The Austin Center for Events Definition Permitting Process Overview Special Events Impacts Downtown Moratorium Questions & Answers SpecialEvents@austintexas.gov 2 What is the Austin Center for Events? The Austin Center for Events (ACE) is defined in Chapter 4-20 as “comprised of employees from City departments that regulate, permit, or host special events.” Those departments and divisions include: Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment – Office of Special Events, Parks Special Events and Entertainment Services Austin Fire Austin Parks and Recreation Austin Police Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Austin Public Health Services Austin Emergency Management Austin Resource Recovery Austin Transportation and Public Austin Development Services - Structural Works Review and Code Compliance Austin Water The City of Austin also collaborates with several local public agencies, including CapMetro, the State Preservation Board, the Texas Facilities Commission, and private property reviewers. SpecialEvents@austintexas.gov 3 Special Event Application Process Review Overview, Tier Types, and TPW Requirements Application Review Process Special Events Application is Submitted Site Plan Required Application Completeness Review Special Event Application Fee Payment Required Departmental Special Events Staff Reviews Event Organizer Receives Special Event Permit(s) Department-specific requirements and fees are due. Permits will not be issued without payment. SpecialEvents@austintexas.gov 5 Application Considerations Special Event Tiers Tier Deadlines General Description App Fee Permit Fee Small Events $0.00 $0.00 Tier Levels are defined in our City Code (Special Events - Chapter 4-20), including submission deadlines. 3 business days 30 calendar day 1 2 3 4 Small to Medium Events $198.67 $117.55 A Special Event Tier is assigned by ACE staff based on the event components. 120 calendar days Medium to Large Events $237.85 $156.73 180 calendar days Large Events $298.00 $235.00 Tier Levels also determine fee amounts - for ACME Application and Special Event Permit. Other Department fees may apply. SpecialEvents@austintexas.gov 6 Austin Transportation & Public Works Annette Martinez, Division Manager for the Office of Special Events TransportationSpecialEvents@austintexas.gov Austin Transportation & Public Works (ATPW) Office of Special Events Right-of-Way (ROW) permits for Special Events include: Street and Sidewalk Closures – Example: safety closure for an event, street activations, and pedestrian bypasses Use of the ROW to install decals, murals, and build-outs/building wraps using scaffolding, …
Right of Way Vacation 405 Edwin Lane Land Management | July 7, 2026 Urban Transportation Commission Item #3 File #2026-071422 LM District: 2 Mile ETJ Abutting Property Owner: Dogs Head Land JV, LTD 3 405 Edwin Lane Paved/Developed Right-of-Way Property Street View Vacation tract is approximately 5.3307 acres (232,205 Square Feet) All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on June 10, 2026. No objections have been received. All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the conditions on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. Per Austin Transportation Division, the applicant will ensure consideration that space is provided for drivers to accommodate turnaround maneuvers. 6 How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? Advanced Manufacturing Site Plan # SP-2026-0147D 7 I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process. The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Joseph Fotinos – 512-978-4659 8 P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Right-of-Way Vacation Transmittal Letter LandManagementROW@AustinTexas.gov | Phone: 3-1-1 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see AustinTexas.gov/LDE Provide a reason for the vacation by answering the following questions: 1. 2. 3. Property Type: Residential Commercial How was the area to be vacated dedicated? Plat Separate Instrument Did the City purchase the area to be vacated? (i.e., by Street Deed) Yes No 4. Is both the area to be vacated and your property in the same “subdivision”? (They must both be in the same subdivision to be eligible.) Yes No 5. 6. Is the area to be vacated a: Functional right-of-way Only dedicated on paper Are there any utility lines within the area to be vacated? Yes No If yes, what are your plans for the utilities? __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Applicants should be advised that easements will be retained to protect existing utilities, even if utility relocation is proposed. Also, be advised that no structures may be built on, over or under the easements without a license agreement, insurance, and an annual fee. 7. How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? __________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Has a site plan …
Right of Way Vacation 405 Edwin Lane Land Management | July 7, 2026 Urban Transportation Commission Item #3 File #2026-071422 LM District: 2 Mile ETJ Abutting Property Owner: Dogs Head Land JV, LTD 3 405 Edwin Lane Paved/Developed Right-of-Way Property Street View Vacation tract is approximately 5.3307 acres (232,205 Square Feet) All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on June 10, 2026. No objections have been received. All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the approvals on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. 6 How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? Advanced Manufacturing Site Plan # SP-2026-0147D 7 I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process. The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Joseph Fotinos – 512-978-4659 8 P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Right-of-Way Vacation Transmittal Letter LandManagementROW@AustinTexas.gov | Phone: 3-1-1 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see AustinTexas.gov/LDE Provide a reason for the vacation by answering the following questions: 1. 2. 3. Property Type: Residential Commercial How was the area to be vacated dedicated? Plat Separate Instrument Did the City purchase the area to be vacated? (i.e., by Street Deed) Yes No 4. Is both the area to be vacated and your property in the same “subdivision”? (They must both be in the same subdivision to be eligible.) Yes No 5. 6. Is the area to be vacated a: Functional right-of-way Only dedicated on paper Are there any utility lines within the area to be vacated? Yes No If yes, what are your plans for the utilities? __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Applicants should be advised that easements will be retained to protect existing utilities, even if utility relocation is proposed. Also, be advised that no structures may be built on, over or under the easements without a license agreement, insurance, and an annual fee. 7. How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? __________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Has a site plan been submitted for your project? Yes No Is your project a Unified Development? Yes No Is …
Right of Way Vacation 8700 Hergotz Lane Land Management | July 7, 2026 Urban Transportation Commission Item #4 File #2026-071407 LM District: 2 Mile ETJ Abutting Property Owner: Dogs Head Land JV, LTD 3 8700 Hergotz Paved/Developed Right-of-Way Property Street View Vacation tract is approximately 2.9026 acres (126,437 Square Feet) All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on June 10, 2026. No objections have been received. All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the conditions on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. Per Austin Transportation Division, it is recommended that a turnaround space be maintained in the interim before completed buildout by either installing a roundabout or maintaining ROW through the Edwin Lane intersection. 6 How do you plan to develop the vacated area? Advanced Manufacturing Site Plan # SP-2026-0147D 7 I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process. The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Joseph Fotinos – 512-978-4659 8 P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Right-of-Way Vacation Transmittal Letter LandManagementROW@AustinTexas.gov | Phone: 3-1-1 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see AustinTexas.gov/LDE Provide a reason for the vacation by answering the following questions: 1. 2. 3. Property Type: Residential Commercial How was the area to be vacated dedicated? Plat Separate Instrument Did the City purchase the area to be vacated? (i.e., by Street Deed) Yes No 4. Is both the area to be vacated and your property in the same “subdivision”? (They must both be in the same subdivision to be eligible.) Yes No 5. 6. Is the area to be vacated a: Functional right-of-way Only dedicated on paper Are there any utility lines within the area to be vacated? Yes No If yes, what are your plans for the utilities? __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Applicants should be advised that easements will be retained to protect existing utilities, even if utility relocation is proposed. Also, be advised that no structures may be built on, over or under the easements without a license agreement, insurance, and an annual fee. 7. How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? __________________________________ …
Right of Way Vacation 8700 Hergotz Lane Land Management | July 7, 2026 Urban Transportation Commission Item #4 File #2026-071407 LM District: 2 Mile ETJ Abutting Property Owner: Dogs Head Land JV, LTD 3 8700 Hergotz Paved/Developed Right-of-Way Property Street View Vacation tract is approximately 2.9026 acres (126,437 Square Feet) All property owners within 300 feet of the vacation area were sent public notices on June 10, 2026. No objections have been received. All affected City Departments and external stakeholders have reviewed and recommend approval of this right-of-way vacation application, subject to the approvals on the Master Comment Report submitted with this presentation. 6 How do you plan to develop the vacated area? Advanced Manufacturing Site Plan # SP-2026-0147D 7 I am happy to answer your questions regarding the right of way process. The applicant can answer your questions regarding the abutting property and the proposed development. Thank you for your time! Joseph Fotinos – 512-978-4659 8 P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Right-of-Way Vacation Transmittal Letter LandManagementROW@AustinTexas.gov | Phone: 3-1-1 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see AustinTexas.gov/LDE Provide a reason for the vacation by answering the following questions: 1. 2. 3. Property Type: Residential Commercial How was the area to be vacated dedicated? Plat Separate Instrument Did the City purchase the area to be vacated? (i.e., by Street Deed) Yes No 4. Is both the area to be vacated and your property in the same “subdivision”? (They must both be in the same subdivision to be eligible.) Yes No 5. 6. Is the area to be vacated a: Functional right-of-way Only dedicated on paper Are there any utility lines within the area to be vacated? Yes No If yes, what are your plans for the utilities? __________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Applicants should be advised that easements will be retained to protect existing utilities, even if utility relocation is proposed. Also, be advised that no structures may be built on, over or under the easements without a license agreement, insurance, and an annual fee. 7. How do you plan to develop the area to be vacated? __________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Has a site plan been submitted for your project? Yes No Is your project a Unified Development? Yes No Is your project a …
Annual Internal Review This report covers the time period of 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026 Urban Transportation Commission The Board/Commission mission statement (per the City Code) is: The purpose of the board is to serve as an advisory body to the city council, the city manager, and all other transportation-related departments concerning transportation- related matters including: streets and highways; transportation energy conservation matters; • • grant applications; • • bus and rail service; • pedestrian and bikeway programs and projects; • • provision for the needs of the mobility impaired; • safety related programs and projects; transportation franchise requests, renewals, rate adjustments, and hours of operation. The commission shall: • Review and make recommendations to the city council on all requests for taxicab permits, including annual permits and franchise permits. • Annually review and report to the city council on the City's transportation system, including policies and programs. • Review, study, and make recommendations to the Planning Commission on: transportation-related projects proposed for inclusion in the Capital Improvements Program; and plans and programs submitted by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. • Receive and study citizen comments and suggestions in all areas of • transportation. In its deliberations: (1) recognize the relationship between transportation and economics, energy, safety, land use, neighborhood integrity, and environmental quality; and (2) consider transportation access to health care, employment, education, housing, and recreational facilities. Annual Review and Work Plan 2026 Page #2 • Seek to promote close cooperation between the city council, other city boards and commissions, city departments, and individuals, institutions, and agencies concerned with transportation- related activities so that all similar activities in the City may be coordinated to secure the greatest public welfare. 1. Describe the board’s actions supporting their mission during the previous calendar year. Address all elements of the board’s mission statement as provided in the relevant sections of the City Code. Presentations heard with no action taken: Integrated bond program development and delivery • State legislative update • Cap Metro Bike Share expansion • Emergency Response Management • Autonomous vehicles update • • CapMetro 2035 Transit Plan and MetroRapid • Climate Pollution Reduction Grant overview and update • Great Springs project • Trees on city streets • Right-of-Way Vacation process and overview of managing division • Safe Routes to School infrastructure • Vision Zero briefing • Living Streets Program briefing • South Mopac Project • Corridor Construction program • Annual Right-of-Way …
