City CouncilThursday, September 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Austin City Hall

#1Resolution declaring the City's official intent to reimburse itself from proceeds of tax-exempt general obligation debt totaling $131,680,000 for building renovations, a Waller Creek park, mobility improvements, animal services facility enhancements, Workday expansion, technology upgrades, and vehicles and equipment.

#2Approval of a settlement in the lawsuit City of Austin v. EP Austin Purchase Company LLC, funded from the capital budgets of Austin Water and Austin Energy.

#3Approve a legal settlement in a lawsuit brought by Carmen Vazquez, individually and as next friend of two minor children, against the City in Williamson County district court. Funding comes from Austin Water's FY2025-26 operating budget.

#4Authorize an interlocal agreement with Integral Care consolidating 11 existing social services agreements into one for behavioral health, crisis response, outreach, homelessness, and housing services. The initial 12-month term starts October 1, 2026, with four 12-month extension options.

#5Authorizes an interlocal agreement with the UT McCombs School of Business for Austin Economic Development to plan and run a small business plan pitch competition over two years, not to exceed $250,000.

#6Amends the FY 2025-2026 Special Revenue Fund budget to accept and appropriate $3,862,221 in FEMA Public Assistance grant funds, passed through the Texas Division of Emergency Management, for COVID-19 expenses. No City match is required.

#7Authorizes Austin Energy to issue non-contractual rebates in FY 2026-2027 for multifamily, commercial, and residential solar, distributed energy, efficiency, and electrification programs, exceeding the City Manager's spending authority.

#8Authorizes a contract with Clariti Cloud, Inc. for Clariti Enterprise Permitting Software licenses and support supporting City permitting, licensing, and land management, for three years with up to six one-year extensions.

#9Authorizes a contract with Clariti Cloud, Inc. for enterprise case management systems covering licensing, permitting, inspection, and enforcement, including implementation and maintenance, for three years with up to two one-year extensions.

#10Authorizes a one-year contract with Peoplefund, with up to two one-year extensions, for a small business interest loan buydown pilot program for Austin Economic Development, not to exceed $1,500,000.

#11Authorizes a construction contract with Cedar Hill Construction, LLC for the 10108 FM 812 Landfill leachate connections project for Austin Resource Recovery, with contingency, total not to exceed $1,270,436.

#12Authorizes a construction contract with Flintco LLC for the District Cooling Plant No.1 Condenser Water System Replacement Project for Austin Energy, with contingency, total not to exceed $27,335,853.

#13Ratifies a construction contract with Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc. for the Palmer Events Center Garage Structural Repairs Project, not to exceed $2,265,105.

#14Ratifies a contract with Primoris Energy Services Corporation for emergency repairs to the Shoal Creek Bridge for Austin Energy, not to exceed $1,581,647.

#15Ratifies two construction contracts with TCS Mechanical, LLC and Underground Water Solutions Company for emergency leak repairs at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center, not to exceed $700,000 combined.

#16Authorizes a contract with COBUS LLC for two airport tarmac transport buses for Austin Aviation, not to exceed $1,299,500.

#17Authorizes an amendment increasing the contract with FreeIt Data Solutions for IT networking platform licenses, maintenance, and support for all City departments by $2,400,000, to a revised total not to exceed $4,076,000.

#18Authorizes an amendment to Austin Technology Services' contract with Axim Geospatial LLC for continued GIS support and consulting, increasing it by $500,000 to a total not to exceed $778,000.

#19Authorizes a contract with Arnold Oil Company of Austin LP d/b/a A-Line Auto Parts for automotive batteries and repair parts for Austin Fleet Mobility Services, two-year initial term with up to three one-year extensions, not to exceed $3,302,550.

#20Authorizes a contract with Nippon Sanso Matheson Inc. for compressed medical-grade oxygen for all City departments, two-year initial term with up to three one-year extensions, not to exceed $544,275.

#21Authorizes a contract for telecommunication services for all City departments through the Texas Department of Information Resources cooperative contract program, one-year initial term with four one-year extensions, not to exceed $16,000,000.

#22Amendment to Austin Police's contract with Tyler Technologies for electronic citation and crash software subscription, extending the term one year and increasing the amount by $276,320.

#23Contract with Tyler Technologies for cloud-based electronic warrants software for Austin Police, one-year initial term with four one-year extensions, not to exceed $575,000.

#24Contract with Envisionware for library efficiency equipment maintenance, support, and management (printing, reservations, payments, self-service) for Austin Public Library, not to exceed $4,169,550 over up to five years.

#25Contract with Insight Public Sector for the Miro visual collaboration platform for Austin Technology Services, three-year initial term with two one-year extensions, not to exceed $1,700,000.

#26Authorize a one-year contract with up to four one-year extensions with CDW LLC d/b/a Sirius Computer Solutions, LLC, CDW Government for Proofpoint phishing-protection software and support for Austin Technology Services, not to exceed $1,290,000.

#27Authorize a one-year contract with up to four extensions with Williamson County Child Advocacy Center for reimbursement of program expenses protecting survivors of violence, abuse or neglect, for Austin Police Department, not to exceed $600,000.

#28Authorize a two-year contract with up to three one-year extensions with Scruggs Distribution LLC d/b/a The Scruggs Company for pump parts, components and repair services for Austin Water equipment, not to exceed $2,230,000.

#29Authorize a contract through the State of Texas Department of Information Resources cooperative program for technology hardware, software and services for Austin Technology Services and other City departments, not to exceed $5,000,000.

#30Authorizes a contract with GT Distributors for tactical uniforms, ballistic vests and gear for Austin Development Services Code Compliance, one-year initial term with four one-year extensions, not to exceed $500,000.

#31Authorizes seven telecommunication, broadband, and cellular contracts for all City departments with AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Charter/Spectrum, one-year initial term with four one-year extensions, not to exceed $62,050,000 total.

#32Authorizes a contract with Kiva Microfunds to manage revolving funds for matching crowdfunded small business loans for Austin Economic Development, three-year initial term with four one-year extensions, not to exceed $432,000.

#33Authorizes two contracts with Baker Services and GC3 Specialty Chemicals for 19% aqueous ammonia used in Austin Energy's catalytic reduction systems, two-year initial term with three one-year extensions, not to exceed $1,210,000.

#34Authorizes five contracts for Austin Energy distribution electrical services with five contractors for a two-year initial term plus up to three one-year extensions, total not to exceed $200,000,000.

#35Authorizes a contract with WEG Electric Corp. for purchase of one complete spare rotor assembly for Austin Energy, not to exceed $1,750,000.

#36Authorizes a one-year fiber network services contract with Logix Fiber Networks for Austin Energy, with one one-year extension option, not to exceed $600,000.

#37Authorizes a contract with Triumvirate Environmental Services, LLC for emergency and non-emergency spill response, clean-up, and restoration for Austin Energy, not to exceed $2,500,000 over up to five years.

#38Amendment to the Austin Energy contract with CEMTEK Environmental, Inc./KVB Enertec for emissions monitoring data acquisition and handling system software support, increasing it by $550,000 to a revised total not to exceed $860,749.

#39Two contracts for airport window washing and related services for Austin Aviation with Rightway Cleaning LLC and Yosan Inc. d/b/a International Building Services, each with a three-year initial term and up to two 1-year extensions, totaling up to $2,300,000.

#40Authorizes negotiation and execution of documents to acquire approximately 6.579 acres along Slaughter Creek from Anders M. and Lisabeth P. Rasmussen for park and recreation purposes, at a cost not to exceed $1,210,000 including closing costs.

#41Authorizes granting an electric transmission easement over 10.014 acres of City-owned property at 18524 FM 969 to LCRA Transmission Services Corporation for at least $184,258, supporting a battery tolling project of Austin Energy and Balcones Ridge Resiliency, LLC.

#42Authorizes a sixth lease amendment with Lake Austin Marina 1, L.P. for Austin Police Lake Patrol Unit office space and three boat slips, extending the term 60 months with an option for 60 more, for up to $433,896.

#43Authorizes an interlocal agreement with Travis County Emergency Service District 4 to compensate Austin Fire for providing fire protection services within ESD 4's jurisdiction, with an estimated $5.4 million reimbursement.

#44Authorizes an agreement with Family Endeavors, Inc. d/b/a Endeavors to maintain year-round readiness for cold weather shelter activations and operate three City-owned facilities for emergency lodging, for a 12-month term starting October 1, 2026, with two 12-month extension options.

#45Authorizes an interlocal agreement with Blanco County to add the Blanco County Sheriff's Office as an associate partner agency in the funding mechanism sustaining the Austin Regional Intelligence Center. No fiscal impact.

#46Authorizes an interlocal agreement with Williamson County to add the Williamson County Fire Marshal's Office as an associate partner agency in the funding mechanism sustaining the Austin Regional Intelligence Center. No fiscal impact.

#47Authorizes an interlocal agreement with Travis County to add the Travis County Fire Marshal's Office as an associate partner agency in the funding mechanism sustaining the Austin Regional Intelligence Center. No fiscal impact.

#48Authorizes an amendment to the Mexic-Arte Museum agreement for preventative early intervention services, adding a 12-month extension option through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $135,000 for a revised total not to exceed $911,720.

#49Amends the agreement with Sickle Cell Texas Marc Thomas Foundation for sickle cell education, supportive services, and treatment options, adding a 12-month extension through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $349,710.

#50Amends the agreement with Central Texas Food Bank for a mobile pantry in the Eastern Crescent, adding a 12-month extension through September 30, 2027 at up to $162,000.

#51Amends the agreement with Catholic Charities of Central Texas to expand legal and counseling services, adding a 12-month extension through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $188,872.

#52Amends the agreement with American Gateways for legal pro se assistance, adding a 12-month extension through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $161,280.

#53Amendment to Texas Harm Reduction Alliance agreement for outreach, harm reduction education, and peer recovery support for an additional 12 months through Sept 30, 2027, plus one extension option, raising total authorization to $3,000,000.

#54Amendment to the agreement with Get Up Project d/b/a Hope Medical Clinic for health education and navigation services, adding one 12-month extension through Sept 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $135,000.

#55Amendment to the agreement with The University of Texas at Austin for community-based health prevention and education programs, adding one 12-month extension through Sept 30, 2027 for up to $105,879.

#56Amendment to the agreement with The University of Texas at Austin for the Mama Sana/Vibrant Woman maternal and infant health program, adding one 12-month extension through Sept 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $368,050.

#57Amendment to the American Gateways legal services agreement adding one 12-month extension option through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $378,000, for a revised total not to exceed $3,414,505.

#58Amendment to the University of Texas at Austin agreement for mental health and wellness services adding a 12-month extension through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $160,816, for a revised total not to exceed $1,456,282.

#59Amendment to the Catholic Charities of Central Texas agreement for legal filing fee assistance adding a 12-month extension option through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $126,720, for a revised total not to exceed $579,920.

#60Resolution appointing Hanan Alwan, Lamanda Ballard, Stephanie Helfman, and Dr. Shannon Jones to four positions on the Austin/Travis County Public Health Commission. No fiscal impact.

#61Authorizes an interlocal agreement with the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to develop four transportation planning studies and the Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Plan Refresh, with the city providing a local match not to exceed $671,743.

#62Authorizes an amendment to the interlocal agreement with the Lower Colorado River Authority to provide and operate the Flood Early Warning System data radio network for Austin Watershed Protection, increasing the agreement by $36,000 for FY 2026-2027.

#63Resolution declaring the City's official intent to reimburse itself from proceeds of tax-exempt obligations, up to $525,000,000, for FY 2026-2027 water and wastewater system capital improvement expenditures.

#64Resolution authorizing Austin Water to continue the GoPurple pilot incentive program in FY 2026-2027, issuing incentives for onsite water reuse systems and reclaimed water connections for new commercial, mixed use, and multi-family developments.

#65Approval of appointments and related waivers to city boards and commissions, Council committees, intergovernmental bodies, and public facility corporations, along with member removals/replacements and bylaw amendments.

#66Ordinance waiving or reimbursing right-of-way fees for The Bloom at Lamar Square, a 100-unit deeply affordable housing development on Lamar Square Drive, up to $541,314.

#67Ordinance waiving or reimbursing certain city fees for The Overton Family's Unity Day 40 Year Celebration at Turner-Roberts Recreation Center on September 12, 2026.

#68Ordinance waiving or reimbursing certain city fees for Chicano Park Day at Festival Beach Metro Park on August 30, 2026.

#69Resolution directing the City Manager to propose an ordinance expanding the public spaces and businesses required to have onsite automated external defibrillators, initiating Land Development Code (Title 25) amendments as needed, and exploring better coordination and access to life-saving equipment.

#70Ordinance waiving or reimbursing certain city fees for Torch Literary Arts' 20th Anniversary Celebration at the George Washington Carver Cultural Center on September 27, 2026.

#71Waiver or reimbursement of certain city fees for J. Colunga's Car Show and Celebration at Krieg Fields on September 12, 2026.

#72Amendment to the Parks and Recreation Board's bylaws to update department names and expand its advisory responsibilities to include review of park concessions and all agreements with non-profit organizations. No fiscal impact.

#73Ordinance amending City Code Section 2-1-165 to update department names and expand the Parks and Recreation Board's advisory responsibilities to include review of park concessions and agreements with non-profit organizations. No fiscal impact.

#74Resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire a 419 sq ft permanent electric transmission and distribution easement at 1000 East 38 ½ Street for Austin Energy's relocation of transmission structures due to TxDOT's I-35 expansion.

#75Resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire a 533 sq ft permanent electric transmission and distribution easement at 1002 East 38 ½ Street for Austin Energy's transmission structure relocation due to TxDOT's I-35 expansion.

#76Resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire a 751 sq ft permanent electric transmission and distribution easement at 1006 East 38 ½ Street for Austin Energy's transmission structure relocation due to TxDOT's I-35 expansion.

#77Resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire an 861 sq ft permanent electric transmission and distribution easement at 1008 East 38 ½ Street for Austin Energy's transmission structure relocation due to TxDOT's I-35 expansion.

#78Resolution authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire a water line easement and temporary working space easement from Bull Creek Market, LLC for Austin Water's Capital of Texas Highway/Loop 360 at Lakewood Project, relocating utilities in conflict with TxDOT roadway improvements.

#79Public hearing and ordinance to disannex approximately 1.86 acres at 815 South Quinlan Park Road under Texas Senate Bill 1844, covering land in both full purpose and limited purpose jurisdiction in Council District 10.

#80Public hearing and resolution supporting Verbena Flats LP's application for federal 4% non-competitive housing tax credits for the Verbena Flats multifamily development at 1017 W Slaughter Lane, financed through the private activity bond program. No city funding obligation.

#81Public hearing on an ordinance granting floodplain variances for 1120 Denfield Street to convert an accessory structure into a dwelling unit within the 100-year floodplain of Tannehill Branch Creek.

#82Public hearing and resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept 2027 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant funds for improvements to Sir Swante Palm Neighborhood Park, with a required City match of at least 50 percent.

#83Ordinance amending the Circle C SOS settlement (Ordinance No. 020801-15) to authorize an amendment for Tract 110 (about 246.389 acres), increasing residential density, modifying development and parkland rules, and removing the South Bay Extension requirement, within the Barton Springs Zone.

#84Public hearing to approve termination of the public restrictive covenant tied to zoning case C14-86-128 on property at 4009 Banister Lane in the West Bouldin Creek Watershed. Staff and the Planning Commission recommend granting the termination.

#85Public hearing to rezone 1801, 1803, and 1805 West 35th Street from LO-NP to LR-CO-NP; staff and Planning Commission recommend granting (as amended).

#86Public hearing to amend the Southeast Combined Neighborhood Plan FLUM for 4302, 4304 1/2, and 4316 Nuckols Crossing Road from Single Family to Multifamily Residential; staff and Planning Commission recommend granting.

#87Public hearing to rezone 4302, 4304 1/2, and 4316 Nuckols Crossing Road from SF-2-CO-NP to MF-3-NP; staff and Planning Commission recommend MF-3-CO-NP.

#88Public hearing to rezone 1076 Springdale Road from GR-NP to GR-V-DB90-NP; staff and Planning Commission recommend granting.

#89Public hearing to rezone four parcels at Springdale Road and East MLK Jr. Blvd from SF-6-NP to MF-4-NP multifamily zoning, as recommended by staff and the Planning Commission.

#90Public hearing to terminate a public restrictive covenant from zoning case C14-80-135 on properties at 4613 and 4615 Springdale Road, recommended by staff and the Planning Commission.

#91Public hearing to rezone 301 and 309 East Wonsley Drive from MF-2-NP to LR-MU-CO-NP for a grocery and kitchen use, recommended by staff and the Planning Commission.

#92Public hearing to amend Ordinance No. 020801-31 and change conditions of zoning on Tract 1 (CS-MU-CO) and Tract 2 (GO-MU-CO) at 11010 1/2 South Mopac Expressway Southbound, recommended by staff and the Zoning and Platting Commission as amended.

#93Public hearing on rezoning 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. from SF-3 to MF-6-CO for a multifamily development on AISD-owned property. Staff and the Zoning and Platting Commission recommend approval, though a valid petition has been filed in opposition.

#94Approval of the minutes of the Austin City Council work session of August 25, 2026 and regular meeting of August 27, 2026.

#95Resolution declaring the City's official intent to reimburse itself from proceeds of tax-exempt obligations, up to $876,000,000, for electric utility capital improvement projects paid in FY 2026-2027.

#96Authorizes negotiation and execution of Texas Department of Information Resources cooperative contracts for IT staff augmentation for all City departments, one-year initial term with up to two one-year extensions, not to exceed $42,500,000.

#97Amends the interlocal agreement with Integral Care to provide housing services to people living with HIV for a 12-month term through September 30, 2027, adding $172,392 for a revised total not to exceed $942,048.

#98Amends the agreement with The SAFE Alliance (SAFE) for victim and support services to survivors of sexual and domestic abuse or violence, adding a 12-month extension option through September 30, 2027 and increasing funding by $1,084,975 to a total not to exceed $11,838,517.

#99Public hearing and consideration of an ordinance granting a site-specific amendment to the Save Our Springs Initiative (City Code Chapter 25-8, Subchapter A, Article 13), as minimally required to address development at 5811 Southwest Parkway in the Barton Springs Zone. The item has no fiscal impact.