To: From: Date: Subject: Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery February 12, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Universal Recycling Ordinance The Universal Recycling Ordinance annual reporting period is open each fiscal year from October 1 through February 1. This year the department migrated to the public facing an online reporting system to a new software and database system. There is always concern when launching a new software platform, but this inaugural run was largely incident free, and the software programs are running smoothly and effectively. Public reporting rates continue to lag behind the anticipated performance. As of January 30, 43% of URO affected properties have been reported. Staff plan to take additional measures throughout the fiscal year to improve online submission rates. A strategic plan has been developed to deliver outreach, including email or mailed letters to non-submitting properties throughout the summer. Outreach is also being coordinated with the Austin Apartment Association, including a February 13 webinar. More information at: www.austinaptassoc.com/events. Circular Accelerator and Showcase applications open The City of Austin offers support to circular entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized enterprises. The Circular Austin Showcase provides the opportunity for circular economy businesses and entrepreneurs to compete for a cash prize in August each year. The Circular Austin Accelerator helps entrepreneurs improve their circular business ideas through workshops and 1:1 technical assistance. Applications are open February 3rd through March 16. More information at: www.austintexas.gov/circularshowcase. Lamp Repair Workshop On February 15, a lamp repair workshop will be held at Asian American Resource Center. This is a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential skills to troubleshoot and repair lamps. Learn more at: www.austintexas.gov/FixIt. On-Demand On January 13, 2025, ARR began citywide on-demand collections for Brush, Bulk and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services. On-Demand Brush collection has serviced 568 appointments collecting 105 tons of material. On- Demand Bulk collection has serviced 3,010 appointments. The Bulk program has also diverted 22.5 tons of metals, appliances, electronics, rigid plastics, and tires from disposal area landfills. The HHW program serviced 497 appointments totaling 19.5 tons of material. The programs observed an immediate reduction in overtime hours for employees due to services being scheduled. The use of routing technology to collect scheduled appointments has also reduced the number of miles driven by ARR employees. Furniture Warehouse Grant Update The City of Austin received a SWIFR grant commitment up …
This template is a guide for liaisons. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Zero Waste Advisory Commission Zero Waste Advisory Commission Resolution Proposed Merger of Zero Waste Advisory Commission and Resource Management Commission Whereas, a proposal has been made to merge the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission to create a Resource Recovery and Management Commission; and Whereas, Austin Resource Recovery is one of four Enterprise Departments within the City of Austin and is responsible for meeting its annual financial responsibilities through efficient budgeting that provide Residents with a safe and cost effective collection and disposal service; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission has independently introduced to ARR Staff new service and operational proposals and recommendations that have been implemented and have proven beneficial to Austin residents through improved diversion and disposal options; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission petitioned Austin Resource Recovery to develop a long range Master Plan to guide the City’s future disposal, recycling and operational goals for the next 40 years; and Whereas, the purpose of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission is to review, evaluate and make recommendations to City Council, City Management and City Staff regarding policies concerning solid waste, recycling, organic and heavy brush collection pursuant to its Zero Waste Master Plan Goals; and and and This template is a guide for liaisons. Whereas, it is important for all enterprise departments to have an independent Board and/or Commission to provide public oversight and input in assuring the ratepayers are receiving the most efficient and cost effect services possible; and Whereas, the purpose of the Resource Management Commission is to advise the City Council in developing and reviewing city plans and policies concerning the efficient use of energy including alternative and renewable energy technologies and on energy and water conservation; and Whereas, the overlap between the Resource Management Commission and Zero Waste Advisory Commission is narrow in scope, and a merged Resource Recovery and Management Commission would require both City staff and Commissioners to engage on an expansive array of issues unrelated to their primary areas of expertise and day-to-day responsibility: Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Zero Waste Advisory Commission recommends against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission. Resolution Date: February 12, 2025 Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: ___________________________________________________________________ Attest: ________________________________________
This template is a guide for liaisons. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Zero Waste Advisory Commission Recommendation Number 20250212-002 Recommendation against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission Whereas, a proposal has been made to merge the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission to create a Resource Recovery and Management Commission; and Whereas, Austin Resource Recovery is one of four Enterprise Departments within the City of Austin and is responsible for meeting its annual financial responsibilities through efficient budgeting that provide Residents with a safe and cost effective collection and disposal service; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission has independently introduced to ARR Staff new service and operational proposals and recommendations that have been implemented and have proven beneficial to Austin residents through improved diversion and disposal options; Whereas, the Zero Waste Advisory Commission petitioned Austin Resource Recovery to develop a long range Master Plan to guide the City’s future disposal, recycling and operational goals for the next 40 years; and Whereas, the purpose of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission is to review, evaluate and make recommendations to City Council, City Management and City Staff regarding policies concerning solid waste, recycling, organic and heavy brush collection pursuant to its Zero Waste Master Plan Goals; and and and This template is a guide for liaisons. Whereas, it is important for all enterprise departments to have an independent Board and/or Commission to provide public oversight and input in assuring the ratepayers are receiving the most efficient and cost effect services possible; and Whereas, the purpose of the Resource Management Commission is to advise the City Council in developing and reviewing city plans and policies concerning the efficient use of energy including alternative and renewable energy technologies and on energy and water conservation; and Whereas, the overlap between the Resource Management Commission and Zero Waste Advisory Commission is narrow in scope, and a merged Resource Recovery and Management Commission would require both City staff and Commissioners to engage on an expansive array of issues unrelated to their primary areas of expertise and day-to-day responsibility: Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Zero Waste Advisory Commission recommends against merging the Zero Waste Advisory Commission with the Resource Management Commission. Resolution Date: February 12, 2025 2/12/2025 Date of Approval: _____________________________ Record of the vote: ___________________________________________________________________ 7-0 Attest: ________________________________________ Staff Liaison
ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 The Zero Waste Advisory Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at City Hall Chambers, 301 W 2nd St. Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Acuna called the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Gerry Acuna, Chair; Commissioner Craig Nazor, Commissioner Seth Whaland Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair; Commissioner Amanda Masino; Commissioner Michael Drohan; Commissioner Melissa Caudle, Commissioner Caitlin Griffith 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on January 8, 2025. The motion approving the minutes of the regular Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting of January 8, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Drohan’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (7-0) vote with Commissioners Gattuso, Commissioner Griffith and Commissioner Rothrock absent and one vacancy. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action of proposed merger of the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission. The motion approving the revised resolution for proposed merger of the Resource Management Commission and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission was approved on Commissioner Nazor’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (8-0) vote with Commissioner Gattuso and Commissioner Rothrock absent and one vacancy. 1 DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of the development of a hybrid model on the transition from twice a year bulk collection to on demand bulk collection The Zero Waste Advisory Commission discussed the development of a hybrid model on the transition from twice a year bulk collection to on demand bulk collection. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing regarding the Invitation For Bid process by James Scarboro and Matthew Duree, Financial Services Department. The presentation was made by James Scarboro and Matthew Duree, Financial Services Department. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Austin diversion rate calculation and other metrics, by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director, Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Gena McKinley, Assistant Director of Austin Resource …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION JANUARY 08, 2025 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To register contact Karina Camara, at Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-978-0751. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on November 13, 2024. 2. Approve the minutes of the Special Called Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on 3. Discussion and action to amend the Zero Waste Advisory Commission by-laws to remove the Organics Management Committee. 4. Staff briefing regarding the Proposed Department Rule Amendments for Residential Collections by Jason McCombs, Division Manager, Austin Resource Recovery. December 5, 2024. ACTION ITEMS STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding the FY25 Breakdown Analysis of Waste and Organics Collections for the month ending October 31, 2024, by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director, Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 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. Karina Camara at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 978-0751 or email Karina.Camara@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Please call For more information on the Austin Resource Recovery Commission, please contact Gustavo Valle at (512) 974-4350 4350 or …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 BYLAWS OF THE Zero Waste Advisory Commission ARTICLE 1. NAME. The name of the board is the Zero Waste Advisory Commission ARTICLE 2. PURPOSE AND DUTIES. (A) The commission is empowered to review and analyze the policies and resources relating to material discard management in the city, and to advise the city council on materials management policies and resources. The commission shall provide assistance to the city council to ensure its residents that the City provides both an economical and environmentally safe system of waste reduction, resource recovery and disposal. The commission may provide assistance to the city council to protect the public health and quality of the environment through efficient collection, recycling, composting and disposal of municipal solid waste. (B) The commission shall act as an advisory body to the city council and shall review programs and make recommendations regarding : 1. the City's waste discard stream; 2 . minimization of environmental impacts due to materials management and waste disposal; 3 . implementation of programs that achieve the city's goals and objectives relating to materials management, including recycling, composting, alternative methods of waste disposal, garbage collection, and landfill diversion; and 4. zero waste programs. (C) The commission shall hold public hearings, initiate studies, review and make reports and recommendations to the city council, or other appropriate boards and commissions, concerning: 1. Austin Resource Recovery capital improvement project proposals; 2. Austin Resource Recovery bond programs; 3. hazardous waste materials management; 4. materials management planning and reduction of the waste-stream; 5. citizens' evaluation on solid waste and materials management matters; 6. incentives for participation in materials recovery programs; 7. air quality as it relates to or is affected by waste disposal; 8. alternative methods of waste disposal; 9. City's annual budget proposal for Austin Resource Recovery Department; 10. cost effectiveness and financial impact of solid waste and materials recovery programs; 11. proposed and existing solid waste facilities within the city and outside the city if they have the potential to affect the city; 12. solid waste collection and disposal, and materials management programs which have the potential to affect the city and make recommendations to …
Proposed Department Rule Amendments for Residential Collections Jason McCombs, Division Manager January 2025 What are administrative rules? Administrative Rules assist a Department of the City of Austin in the implementation, administration, and enforcement of City of Austin Code and operating requirements of the Department. Austin Code § 15-6-3(B) requires ARR to present proposed rule changes to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission for consideration and recommendation to City Council. City Council will approve, modify or disapprove of the proposed rule.” Department Administrative Rules are online at: library.municode.com/TX/Austin City Rule Adoption Process Staff develops draft rule Review of proposed rule by city attorney Notice filed with city clerk 31-day public comment period Speak Up Austin Appeal to City Manager (if needed) Notice Filed With City Clerk for Adoption of amendment Department response to comments City Code – Title 1, Chapter 1-2 Proposed ARR Rule Amendment Process Jan Jan / Feb Mar / Apr May Jun Present Proposed Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC Proposed Rule Posted to Speak Up Austin. 30 Day Minimum Staff Review of Comments Present Draft Department Rule Amendment to ZWAC for consideration Council Consideration of Department Rule Amendment Current Identified Department Rule Amendments Residential Services Rule Revisions 1. Single Family Residential Collection Services (4.1 & New Section 4.2) – clarify rules related single family residences [adopted by City Council, November 2024] 2. Placement of Carts for Collection (6.1) – amend set out times to align with department practices and other changes related to collection of carts. 3. Small Multi-family Residential Collection Services (New section, 4.3) – new section to clarify rules related to residences with 2-4 dwelling units. 4. Commercial Collection Services (Existing 4.2, to be moved to 4.4) – clarify services provided to commercial customers. 5. Trash Collection Guidelines, Recycling Guidelines, Organics Collection Guidelines (7.1, 7.3, 7.6) – amend rules to reflect department practices 6. Bulk Item Collection Guidelines, Brush Collection Guidelines (7.7 & 7.8) – align rules to accommodate on-call collection and other collection guidelines Proposed Rule Amendment for Residential Collection Services Carts shall be set out by 5:30 a.m. – changed from 6:30 a.m. Late set-out fee may be assessed if cart is not set out by 5:30 a.m. (changing time only) Placement for collection, maintenance of carts, and additional fees. Placement of Carts for Collection 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 Wording changes only 6.1.4 Wording changes only 6.1.5 6.1.9-10 Return trip fee. Assessed when a vehicle returns …
Austin Resource Recovery Zero Waste Advisory Commission FY 2025 FOR THE MONTH ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2024 City of Austin, Texas Description of Services FY2023 FY2024 Sep 2023 Oct 2023 Sep 2024 Oct 2024 FY24 YTD (Oct 23) FY25 YTD (Oct 24) FY 2025 Goal Tons of Curbside Trash 132,867 136,713 9,976 11,076 11,076 11,157 11,157 135,000 (1) Estimated tons of curbside recycling processed by vendors as residual - based on bi-annual sample route audit 3,134 3,535 3,535 3,210 3,367 3,367 51,135 152,343 157,173 11,776 12,861 12,861 12,466 12,886 12,886 154,996 Tons of Curbside Bulk Disposed HHW Operations Tons Disposed Estimated Tons of Curbside Recycling Residuals (1) Total Disposed Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations 8,383 540 9,366 484 10,553 10,610 Total Tons of Recyclables Collected RRC Tons Recycled/Reused RRC Tons of Brush Collected HHW Operations Tons Recycled/Reused Tons of Drop Off Center Collections Recycled/Reused 1,691 1,948 d e s o p s D i s n o T d e t r e v D i s n o T Tons of Curbside Compost Collected Tons of Curbside Bulk Recycled Tons of Curbside Brush Collected Tons of Curbside Textiles Collected Tons of Carts Recycled Total Diverted Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations Total Tons Collected Curbside and from Drop Off Center Operations Estimated Percent of Curbside Collected Materials Diverted from Landfills by ARR 910 30 860 167 0 16 162 21 405 6 0 754 34 997 113 0 20 124 769 9 4 7 754 34 997 113 0 20 124 769 9 4 7 10,632 1,009 37 788 141 0 27 149 19 367 3 25 847 39 843 132 0 31 152 11 637 4 8 847 39 843 132 0 31 152 11 637 4 8 8,531 600 10,865 1,800 0 400 1,945 255 7,257 40 125 42,716 2,301 2,845 2,845 2,447 2,724 2,724 44,622 53,839 1,528 0 384 44,445 221 175,089 58 124 42,315 1,811 0 344 206 6,713 46 177 275,466 94,122 6,029 7,294 7,294 6,220 6,903 6,903 105,379 427,809 251,294 17,805 20,155 20,155 18,686 19,790 19,790 260,375 63.42% 37.04% 33.31% 35.85% 35.85% 32.82% 34.45% 34.45% 40.07% Pounds of Trash Collected per Customer per Pickup 23.76 24.39 21.25 23.81 23.81 22.57 23.82 23.82 23.52 Number of Trash and Recycling Customers 215,063 215,723 216,830 214,878 214,878 217,596 216,360 216,360 220,787 Pounds of Recycled Materials Collected per Customer per Pickup …
Zero Waste Advisory Commission Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery January 8, 2025 Director’s Monthly Report to the Zero Waste Advisory Commission To: From: Date: Subject: Future ZWAC Presentations (2025) ZWAC Meeting Date Presentation Topic Presenter January 8 February 12 April 9 May 14 June 11 July 9 August 13 September 10 October 8 November 12 Theodore Horton FY25 Breakdown analysis of Waste and Organics Collections Diversion Rate Recyclable Processing Ron Romero Fleet Ron Romero Gena McKinley Downtown Operations Transfer Stations Organics Circular Economy Program Public Education Landfill Amy Slagle Theodore Horton Amy Slagle Gena McKinley Keri Greenwalt Amy Slagle Compost Processing Contract Update Austin Resource Recovery is in the process of developing a new solicitation for the compost processing contract with an anticipated publish date of January 2025. The current contract is in a 120-day holdover that expires in February 2025 and staff are working with the vendor on an agreement for an additional six-month extension until the new contract is solicited and awarded. ARR Solicitation Updates As of December 27, 2024 ZWAC Meeting January 08, 2025 Preparing for Council: • N/A Published: • N/A Expected to be Published Within 90 days: Compost Processing Services: The Contractor shall provide complete processing, sorting, and composting of organics, yard waste, food scraps, and food-/oil-soiled compostable paper, as well as marketing services to include detailed data reporting to support the City’s residential curbside compost materials collection services. Link to the current contract. Definitions: CCO CO-OP ILA IFB RFI RFQ RFQS RFP (Capital Contracting Office): Administers the procurement of professional and construction services. (Cooperative Contract): A contract that has been competitively bid and issued by another government or purchasing alliance with the intention of sharing it with other governmental entities. (Interlocal Agreement): A collaborative contract between local government entities (for example, ARR and a county, state, or school district) to provide more efficient and less costly services, where any payments are made from current revenues. (Invitation for Bid): Formal bidding documents inviting suppliers to submit pricing for goods or services. (Request for Information): Used to obtain industry input, feedback, or reactions from potential suppliers prior to issuing a solicitation. (Request for Quotation): Informal request to suppliers to provide quotes on specific goods or services. (Request for Qualifications): Formal solicitation used when qualifications are the main criteria for professional services. (Request for Proposals): Formal request for a supplier to provide …
ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 The Zero Waste Advisory Commission convened in a REGULAR meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at City Hall Chambers, 301 W 2nd St. Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Acuna called the Zero Waste Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:25 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Gerry Acuna, Chair; Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair; Commissioner Craig Nazor Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Caitlin Griffith; Commissioner Melissa Caudle; Commissioner Melissa Rothrock 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. Kaiba White gave a statement in support of Austin Resource Recovery’s On Demand Bulk, Brush and Household Hazardous Waste Collection. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on November 13, 2024. The motion approving the minutes of the regular Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting of November 13, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Nazor’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (6-0) vote with Commissioners Gattuso, Commissioner Masino and Commissioner Drohan absent and one vacancy. 1 2. Approve the minutes of the Special Called Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on December 5, 2024. The motion approving the minutes of the Special Called Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting of December 5, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Steyaert’s motion, Commissioner Nazor’s second, on a (6-0) vote with Commissioners Gattuso, Commissioner Masino and Commissioner Drohan absent and one vacancy. ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion and action to amend the Zero Waste Advisory Commission by-laws to remove the Organics Management Committee. The motion approving to amend the Zero Waste Advisory Commission by-laws to remove the Organics Management Committee were approved on Commissioner Nazor’s motion, Commissioner Steyaert’s second, on a (6-0) vote with Commissioners Gattuso, Commissioner Masino and Commissioner Drohan absent and one vacancy. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing regarding the Proposed Department Rule Amendments for Residential Collections by Jason McCombs, Division Manager, Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Jason McCombs, Division Manager of Strategic Initiatives for Austin Resource Recovery. 5. Staff briefing regarding the FY25 Breakdown analysis of Waste and Organics Collections for the month ending October 31, 2024, by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director, Austin Resource Recovery. The presentation was made by Theodore Horton, Deputy Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 6. Staff briefing on the status …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION DECEMBER 5, 2024 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To register contact Gustavo Valle, at Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-974-4350. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING 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. 1. Recommend authorizing execution of all documents necessary or desirable including, if applicable, an interlocal cooperation agreement, with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation for the purpose of developing the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for an amount not to exceed $245,000,000. ACTION ITEMS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT
City of Austin Recommendation for Action File #: 24-6253, Agenda Item #: 14. 12/12/2024(cid:4) Posting Language Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents necessary or desirable including, if applicable, an interlocal cooperation agreement, with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation for the purpose of developing the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for an amount not to exceed $245,000,000. Funding: $139,000,000 is available in the Capital budget of the Financial Services Department. $106,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Related to Items #15 and #16. Lead Department Financial Services Department. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $139,000,000 is available in the Capital budget of the Financial Services Department. Funding in the amount of $106,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Prior Council Action: May 30, 2024 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of a ground lease, and interlocal agreement, and all other documents necessary or desirable with the Austin Public Facilities Corporation to develop the Northeast Service Center at 8301 Johnny Morris Road, for a total interlocal agreement amount not to exceed $8,500,000. For More Information: Kimberly Olivares, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, 512-974-2924; Andrew Moore, Public Private Partnership Program Manager, 512-974-7604. Additional Backup Information: The Northeast Service Center (NESC) facility is anticipated to be approximately 300,000 square feet and will be constructed to allow for future expansion up to 375,000 square feet. The NESC will incorporate vehicle servicing shop areas, warehousing, administrative offices and support functions, outside storage, and vehicle storage that will merge and consolidate current operations from various separate locations for Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) and the Fleet Mobility Services Department (FMSD). Currently, ARR maintains its entire fleet from the Todd Lane location in southeast Austin. ARR requires the use of additional facilities to better service their customers, improve operational efficiencies, reduce long-term operating costs, allow for staff expansion, and reduce the Department’s carbon footprint by providing a northern location to deploy trucks. In addition to directly supporting ARR vehicle needs, the NESC will provide much needed and improved space to support a wide range of fleet assets from lawn mowers to watercraft to Fire/Police/EMS vehicles and Public Works trucks. The NESC will be operational 24 hours a day in the event of an emergency that would require this functionality for an extended period. The development will include a fuel station for ARR, FMSD, and other city vehicles …
Northeast Service Center Austin Resource Recovery & Fleet Mobility Services Department Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Project Timeline • City purchased the property in 2013 • Programming/Design Criteria completed in 2023. • Council approved funding for Design May 30, 2024. $8,500,000 • Council approved Zoning September 12, 2024. • Request to negotiate and execute a Development Agreement with Stream Realty Partners Austin, LP, December 12, 2024. Funding authorization for $245 Million. • Interlocal Agreement with Austin Public Facilities Corporation to deliver the project improvements. Northeast Service Center Project Elements Administrative Offices for Austin Resource Recovery and Fleet Mobility Services Department and Vehicle service centers to include: Office and conference center • • • • • • • Training facilities Vehicle maintenance • Warehouse Vehicle make-ready Vehicle parking Fueling and Charging facilities Vehicle washing • Will house approximately 750 employees. • Large trucks will depart to the north towards Hwy 290. Property is divided by large riparian/critical water quality zone. • • Meeting space for surrounding community. • In discussions with AISD regarding internships/vocational training. Planned public garden along Johnny Morris Road adjacent to area for food trucks. Vehicle Service bays will be conditioned space improving work environment. • • Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Move FMSD from 1182 Hargrave – Service Center #6 Reduce crowding at Harold Court – Service Center #1 Move ARR HQ from Rutherford Lane Northeast Service Center Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Sustainability and Wellness Austin Energy Green Building 3-Star • • WELL v2 Silver • Onsite Water Reduction Strategies • • -Low Flow Fixtures -Rainwater and Condensate - Collection • • • • -Native Plants -Energy Star Appliances -Reclaimed Water Plumbing within Buildings Solar Power Electrical Vehicle Charging • Emergency Generators • Backup Emergency Water • Reduced Light Pollution • • Natural Interior Daylighting • • • • • • Lifecycle Assessment Analysis Low Emitting Materials Restorative Spaces and Lactation Rooms Indoor Air Quality Improvements Interior Acoustical Improvements Building Disassembly Analysis Northeast Service Center Location – District 1 Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory Commission December 5, 2024 Northeast Service Center – Administrative Offices ARR & FMSD Zero Waste Advisory …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2024 6:00 PM CITY HALL ROOM 1001 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Zero Waste Advisory Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To register contact Gustavo Valle, at Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov or via phone at 512-974-4350. AGENDA Members: Gerry Acuna, Chair Ian Steyaert, Vice Chair Melissa Caudle Cathy Gattuso Caitlin Griffith Amanda Masino Craig Nazor Melissa Rothrock Michael Drohan Vacant Vacant CALL MEETING 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 Zero Waste Advisory Commission meeting on October 9, 2024. ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to recommend that Austin City Council adopt the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. 3. Discussion and action to amend the ZWAC By-laws to disband the sub-committees. 4. Recommend authorizing execution of a contract for compost processing services with Employee-Owned Nursery Enterprises LTD d/b/a Organics By Gosh, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,800,000. STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding the 2024 Austin Energy Green Building Program Overview by Heidi Kasper, Energy Efficiency Services Director, Austin Energy. 6. Staff briefing regarding the Equity-Based Preservation Plan by Cara Bertron, Program Manager, Austin Planning Department, and Rocio Peña-Martinez, Preservation Plan Working Group member. 7. Staff briefing on the status of Austin Resource Recovery Operational and Administrative projects as well as public outreach efforts by Richard McHale, Director of Austin Resource Recovery. 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 Gustavo Valle at Austin Resource Recovery, at (512) 974-4350 or email Gustavo.Valle@AustinTexas.gov , for additional information; TTY users route …
ZERO WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 13, 2024 Austin History Center (C05767, PICA 24201, PICA 29995); Chen Chen Wu; City of Austin Planning Process HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Michelle Benavides Mary Jo Galindo*1 Jolene Kiolbassa 1 Debra Murphy 2 Misael Ramos* 1 JuanRaymon Rubio 2 Bob Ward 1 Noel Bridges 1 Jerry Garcia 1 Kevin Koch Robin Orlowski 2 Mary Reed* 1 Maria Solis* 1 Caroline Wright 1 Julia Brookins* Hanna Huang* 1 Kelechi Madubuko 1 Leslie Ornelas 1 Lori Renteria 1 Erin Waelder 1 Amalia Carmona 2 Linda Y. Jackson Brenda Malik Emily Payne Gilbert Rivera 1 Brita Wallace* 1 Ursula A. Carter Meghan King* Alyson McGee 1 Rocio Peña-Martinez* *Drafting Committee member 1 Phase 1 only 2 Phase 2 only Plan Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Image sources: Joe’s Bakery, anonymous, Amy Moreland/ Austin’s Atlas Images: Joe’s Bakery, home in Zilker neighborhood, detail from Music Listening Map by Amy Moreland Plan Goals 107 recommendations 1. Tell Austin’s full history 9. Proactively identify important places 2. Recognize cultural heritage 10. Follow good designation practices 3. Preserve archaeological resources 11. Support stewardship of community 4. Stabilize communities assets 5. Support environmental sustainability 12. Be strategic with review 6. Make preservation more accessible 13. Protect historic resources 7. Support people doing the work 14. Implement the plan collaboratively 8. Engage new partners What We Preserve Images, clockwise from top left: Juneteenth parade, unveiling of La Loteria mural, archaeological resources Image sources: The Austin Chronicle (two images), San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation Think broadly. • Recognize Austin’s rich and complex history through active listening, inclusive research, and interpretation • Better recognize and protect legacy businesses, murals, and archaeological resources • Use preservation tools to support displacement prevention and environmental sustainability Who Preserves Invite and support. • Engage new partners and audiences • Help community members access knowledge and resources • Support people doing the work: homeowners and tenants, crafts- people, commissioners, and staff Images, clockwise from top left: Protest at City Hall to preserve Edward Rendon Park (Chicano Park), door hanger in San Antonio, “Stories within Stories” project of the Austin Asian American Film Festival Image sources: Bertha Rendon Delgado, San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation, Austin Asian …
RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised Sept. 2024 ORGANICS PROCESSING SERVICES PROGRAM SOLICITATION # (IFB 1500 RGW1023) ZWAC: 11/13/2024 Council: 11/21/2024 OVERVIEW 1. Requested Contract Term, Authorization, and Current Budget Length of contract and total authorization: Authorize execution of a contract for compost processing services with Employee-Owned Nursery Enterprises LTD d/b/a Organics By Gosh, for up to five years for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,800,000. ARR current fiscal year budget: Funding in the amount of $2,163,333 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget of Austin Resource Recovery. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. 2. Solicitation Information Solicitation No: IFB 1500 RGW1023 # of bids received: 2 # of non-responsive bids received: 1 Length of time solicitation was out on the street: 30 DAYS Was the time extended? YES Issued date: 07/22/2024 Closed date: 08/20/2024 Major Scope Change(s): Scope changes include adding a preference for vendor to have two processing facilities and to accept more materials such as cotton balls and dryer lint. 3. Previous Contract Information Previous contract: Organics Processing Services Program Contract number: NA200000006 Contract length and authorization: Three years with two 1-year extensions Contract actual spend: $3,948,500.69 (as of 11.05.2024) Current status: Active Contract execution date: 10/24/2019 Contract expiration date: 02/21/2025 RCA Cover Sheet for ZWAC-Revised Sept. 2024 4. Notes/Other The Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) Department’s Comprehensive Plan serves as a guide for the City to achieve its Zero Waste goal of reducing the amount of trash sent to landfills by 90% by the year 2040. Zero Waste is a shift from traditional waste management to materials management, where trash is what remains once we reduce, reuse, recycle, and compost. The compost program is expected to expand from 44,722 tons collected in FY23 towards a potential of up to 60,000 tons of compost materials delivered annually. The purpose of this contract is to support the City’s Zero Waste initiatives. City vehicles will collect and deliver approximately 50-loads daily from current ARR residential and commercial customers with ARR carts (e.g., small businesses, food permitted businesses, etc.) participating in the services, to the Contractor. The contract will provide compost processing services, including processing, sorting, and composting of organics, yard waste, food scraps, and food-/oil-soiled compostable paper, as well as marketing services to include detailed data reporting to support the City’s residential curbside compost materials collection services. The Contractor …
