Austin public meetings in 2025
77 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Austin Firefighters Association and related budget ordinances. The agenda includes approving a budget increase of $5,913,706 to fund wages, benefits, and 22 new positions for the Austin Fire Department.
- Approve four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with Austin Firefighters Association
- Increase Austin Fire Department Operating Budget by $5,913,706
- Create 22 new positions to increase department authorized strength
- Approve ordinance establishing new Fire Department classifications and positions
- Decrease General Fund Operating Budget Other Requirements by $5,913,706
City Council
The City Council will discuss various interlocal agreements, airport lease amendments, and infrastructure contracts. The body is deciding on several budget appropriations and the issuance of municipal utility district bonds.
- Appropriation of $20,114,620 in district assessment funds for the Austin Tourism Public Improvement District
- Issuance of Unlimited Tax Road Bonds up to $16,225,000 for street projects on William Cannon Drive, Colton Bluff Springs Road, and Union Park Lane
- Issuance of Unlimited Tax Bonds up to $8,100,000 for Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 2 water and wastewater facilities
- Contract for security improvements at City facilities with Centennial Contractors Enterprises, Inc. not to exceed $1,694,508
- Additional expenditure of $5,648,400 for the Sixth Street Chilled Water Transmission Line Extension, bringing the total to $28,242,001
City Council Work Session
The City Council work session includes briefings on a proposed planned unit development at 1100 West Cesar Chavez Street and the Office of Police Oversight annual report. No formal decisions are scheduled; an executive session will discuss Austin Energy generation operations.
- Briefing on development assessment for PUD at 1100 W Cesar Chavez St and 206/220 N Lamar Blvd
- Office of Police Oversight annual report
- Executive session on Austin Energy generation resources
- No pre-selected agenda items or council discussion items
City Council
The City Council is meeting to adjust the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget to reflect lower projected property tax revenues after voters did not approve the previously adopted rate. The body will consider reducing the tax rate to the voter-approval level and updating expenditure allocations.
- Amending Ordinance No. 20250813-005 to adjust FY 2025-2026 budget expenditure allocations
- Ratification of the property tax increase in the amended FY 2025-2026 Budget
- Amending Ordinance No. 20250813-001 to reduce the property tax rate to the voter-approval tax rate
City Council
The council will consider adopting the City of Austin budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026, which reflects reduced projected property tax revenues. They will ratify the property tax increase shown in the amended budget. They will also approve an ordinance to set the property tax rate at the voter‑approved level. No items 1–3 are on this agenda.
- Approve ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20250813-005 to adopt the FY 2025‑2026 budget
- Ratify the property tax increase reflected in the amended FY 2025‑2026 budget
- Approve ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20250813-001 to set the property tax rate at the voter‑approval level
- Agenda items 1–3 are not included
City Council
The City Council will consider amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and adopting a reduced property tax rate following the November 2025 election. The agenda includes ordinances to reflect lower projected revenues and ratify the tax increase.
- Amend Ordinance No. 20250813-005 to reflect reduced property tax revenues
- Ratify the property tax increase for FY 2025-2026
- Adopt a reduced property tax rate ordinance (Ordinance No. 20250813-001)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including an ordinance to reduce the property tax rate to the voter-approval rate after voters did not approve the previously adopted rate. Other items include ratification of the resulting tax increase, budget amendments, and large contracts for public safety radio modernization and infrastructure projects.
- Approve ordinance reducing property tax rate to voter-approval rate for FY2025-2026 (Item 6)
- Ratify property tax increase reflected in amended FY2025-2026 budget (Item 5)
- Authorize $30.6 million contract with Motorola for radio system support (Item 25)
- Authorize up to $86 million contract for public safety radio hardware (Item 26)
- Authorize $14.1 million in improvements for Austin Public Facilities Corporation property at 712 East Huntland Drive (Item 16)
City Council
The City Council will convene to discuss the City Manager's proposed amended budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and conduct a public hearing on the matter.
- Presentation of the City Manager's proposed amended budget for FY 2025-2026
- Public hearing on the City Manager's proposed amended budget for FY 2025-2026
- Review of General Fund FY26 Proposed Amended vs. FY25 Amended and vs. FY26 Approved
- Review of FY 2025-26 City Manager's Proposed Amended Budget
- Review of Taxpayer Impact Statement
City Council Work Session
The City Council will review a four-year collective bargaining agreement for the Austin Fire Department. Members will also receive briefings on a proposed planned unit development and the City Manager's amended budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement with Austin Firefighters Association funded by $5,663,706 from the General Fund Operating Budget
- Development assessment for a proposed PUD at 1100 West Cesar Chavez Street, 206 1/2 and 220 1/2 North Lamar Boulevard
- Proposed amended budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Executive session regarding a petition-initiated ordinance for the Austin Convention Center
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a resolution that canvasses the results of the November 4, 2025 special election. The resolution is slated for approval by a single motion during the meeting. No other agenda items require separate discussion.
- Resolution to canvass results of the November 4, 2025 special election
City Council Special Called Meeting
The Austin City Council will hold a special called meeting on November 13, 2025. Council members will receive a briefing and then present and discuss possible revisions to the City’s Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget. No decisions are indicated on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.
- Presentation and discussion on possible revisions to the City’s Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda with over a dozen contracts for maintenance, technology, and equipment, along with resolutions on tenant protections, police grants, and homeless outreach. The body will also vote on appointments to citizen boards and the appointment of a new City Auditor.
- Authorize $12.2M contract for elevator and escalator repair
- Authorize $13.2M contract for GIS platform maintenance
- Authorize $350K contract for Colony Park displacement mitigation
- Authorize $2.5M contract for residential dumpster collection services
- Approve $375K contract for emergency response training
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation board will approve minutes from four prior meetings, which have no fiscal impact. It will also authorize payment of the balance of a commercial loan from Broadway National Bank, up to $2,428,685, for the acquisition and repairs of the Villa del Rey apartment complex at 4000 Avenue A. The board may enter a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Approve minutes of August‑September 2025 meetings (no fiscal impact)
- Authorize payment of up to $2,428,685 loan for Villa del Rey acquisition and repairs at 4000 Avenue A
- Potential closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a series of financial actions, including authorizing several revenue bond issuances totaling over $1 billion for water, electric, hotel occupancy tax, and a $650 million bond for the Convention Center expansion. It will also approve a $450 million amendment to the JE Dunn/Turner contract for the Convention Center redevelopment, without increasing the overall project budget. Additional items include a $202,034 fee waiver for Capital Metro’s Red Line relocation, a $250,000 payment for a court judgment, and contracts for aviation, energy, and water services. All items are placed on a consent agenda and may be acted on with a single motion.
- Authorize $650,000,000 Special Tax Revenue Bonds for the Convention Center expansion project
- Amend JE Dunn/Turner contract for the Convention Center redevelopment, adding $450,000,000 (total not to exceed $1,650,000,000)
- Approve $475,000,000 Electric Utility System Revenue Refunding Bonds to refinance $225,000,000 of commercial paper
- Approve $3,000,000 and $10,000,000 water and wastewater system revenue bonds for waterline replacement and Travis Heights reclaimed water main projects
- Approve $202,034 fee waiver for Capital Metro’s Red Line station relocation related to the Convention Center redevelopment
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss and recommend candidates to interview for the City Auditor position. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the appointment.
- Discussion and recommendation for City Auditor candidates
- Closed session for personnel matters regarding City Auditor appointment
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss and possibly approve the 2026 Audit Plan, set 2026 meeting dates, and consider reappointments to the Austin Police Retirement System, Firefighters Retirement Fund, and Employees Retirement System boards. They will also review a draft sunset review process for boards and commissions, and receive a briefing on the City Auditor's Integrity Unit annual report.
- Discussion and possible action on calendar year 2026 Audit Plan
- Reappointment of Dr. Michael Granof to Austin Police Retirement System board
- Reappointment of Dick Lavine to City of Austin Employees Retirement System board
- Discussion on candidates for Austin Firefighters Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
- Draft sunset review process for boards and commissions per Council Resolution 20241212-133
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will meet in a special called session to discuss personnel matters related to the appointment of a new City Auditor. The committee may also enter closed session for legal advice. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda, limited to five speakers.
- Discussion on personnel issues for appointing a new City Auditor
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $250 million airport system revenue refunding bond, contracts for road repairs, homeless shelter operations, and software licenses. A public hearing is scheduled on proposed water rate increases by Aqua Texas for customers in Districts 5, 8, and 10.
- $250M airport system revenue refunding bonds to refund outstanding bonds (item 7)
- $5.4M additional funding for Rally Austin (Austin Economic Development Corporation) for cultural trust and creative space (item 3)
- $8M emergency agreement with Family Endeavors to operate homeless shelters (item 16)
- $4M amendment for I Belong in Austin program administration with El Buen Samaritano (item 15)
- Public hearing on Aqua Texas water rate proposal for Travis County customers in city limits (non-consent)
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a resolution to issue up to $260 million in tax-exempt bonds for Austin Energy capital improvements, a $71.7 million bond for building renovations and sidewalks, and several contracts. Other items include extending the GoPurple water reuse incentive program with $4 million, adjusting animal spay notification rules, and authorizing a foreign trade zone designation that may reduce tax revenue by $119,000 annually.
- Resolution for $260 million in tax-exempt bonds for Austin Energy capital improvement projects
- Resolution for $71.7 million in general obligation bonds for building renovations, sidewalks, and vehicle acquisition
- GoPurple pilot incentive program continuation with $4 million for alternative onsite water reuse systems
- Interlocal agreement with Travis County for animal services up to $1.33 million for four months
- Letter of no-objection for Applied Materials foreign trade zone sites, reducing ad valorem tax revenue by $119,000 annually
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation board will vote on five consent items, including loan agreements for four multifamily rental developments and a contract increase for the Local Housing Voucher Program. The largest loan is up to $11.7 million for Crossroads Apartments near 8801 McCann Drive. Other loans include Pathways at Santa Rita Courts West ($5.88M), Waverly North ($5.5M), and St. George's Court ($1.7M). The voucher program contract would increase by $1.8 million to a total of $7.8 million.
- Authorize $11.7M loan for Crossroads Apartments (8801 McCann Drive)
- Increase housing voucher contract by $1.8M to $7.8M total
- Authorize $5.88M loan for Pathways at Santa Rita Courts West (2210 East 2nd Street)
- Authorize $5.5M loan for Waverly North (3710 Cedar Street)
- Authorize $1.7M loan for St. George's Court (1443 Coronado Hills Drive)
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will meet on September 17, 2025. It will approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. The committee will discuss and possibly act on proposed bylaws for the Community Police Review Commission and bylaw amendments for the Commission on Aging and the LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Advisory Commission. Audits of lobbyist compliance and recycling education, plus an update on redevelopment projects, will also be presented.
- Approve minutes of the Audit and Finance Committee meeting of August 20, 2025
- Discussion and possible action on proposed bylaws for the Community Police Review Commission and bylaw amendments for the Commission on Aging and the LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Advisory Commission
- Audit of lobbyist compliance with City Code
- Audit of Austin Resource Recovery’s recycling and composting education efforts
- Update on City of Austin redevelopment projects
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approvals of minutes, several contract authorizations, and two ordinance changes. Major items include a $10 million statewide technology procurement, a $12 million interlocal research agreement with local universities, and large energy‑efficiency rebate programs. The council will also adopt new rules for short‑term rentals and update graffiti definitions.
- Authorize a $200,000 one‑year contract with Austin Sister Cities International for sister‑city programming.
- Authorize Austin Energy rebates totaling $7,205,000 for multifamily and commercial energy‑efficiency measures.
- Authorize up to $12,000,000 in interlocal agreements with Austin Community College, Texas State University, and UT Austin for research and consulting services.
- Authorize up to $10,000,000 for purchase of technology hardware, software, and services through the Texas State Department of Information Resources cooperative program.
- Approve an ordinance repealing and replacing City Code Chapter 4‑23 to regulate short‑term rental owners, operators, and platforms.
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will consider two consent items: issuing up to $25 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Sycamores at Pleasant Valley development, and approving a $230,000 increase to a contract with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid for eviction representation, bringing the total to $725,000.
- Resolution authorizing up to $25,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Sycamores at Pleasant Valley at 5901 South Pleasant Valley Road
- Amendment with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. for eviction representation and outreach, increasing contract by $230,000 to $725,000
City Council Work Session
The City Council will receive a briefing on a proposed planned unit development (PUD) at 600 and 600 ½ East Riverside Drive. The session also includes an executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and financial incentives for a business prospect.
- Briefing on proposed planned unit development (PUD) at 600 and 600 ½ East Riverside Drive
- Executive session regarding economic development negotiations and financial incentives for a business prospect
- Resolution on naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) pulled by Council Member Vela
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda including a resolution to reimburse itself from tax-exempt bonds for $260 million in water capital projects. Other items include airport use agreements, contracts for services, and a tourism marketing plan. Proclamations are scheduled before the regular session.
- $260,000,000 resolution for Austin Water capital improvement projects reimbursement
- $52,050,000 group life insurance contract with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
- $10,000,000 low-interest loan for Travis Heights Reclaimed Water Main project
- $6,228,082 developer cost participation for wastewater service at 13419 Gregg Manor Road
- $22,453,065 Visit Austin marketing plan and budget adoption
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will approve minutes, authorize a contract for rental assistance, and hold a public hearing to issue up to $25 million in bonds for the Sycamores at Pleasant Valley development.
- Approve minutes from May, June, and July 2025
- Authorize contract with Austin Housing Authority up to $1,419,448
- Public hearing for $25M multifamily housing revenue bonds
- Authorize ownership in Sycamores at Pleasant Valley land
- Contract includes four one-year extension options
Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee
The Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee will meet to receive briefings on the Transfer Facility from Austin Resource Recovery, an update on the Rain to River (R2R) watershed program, and a six-month update on the On-Demand Collection Program. The committee will also approve minutes from July and identify future discussion items. Several memos have been distributed for information, including on park funding sources, I-35 construction impacts, Waller Creek progress, and transfer station feasibility.
- Approve minutes of the July 30, 2025 meeting
- Briefing on Transfer Facility (Richard McHale, Austin Resource Recovery)
- Briefing update on Rain to River (Jorge Morales, Erin Wood, Sari Albornoz - Watershed Protection)
- On-Demand Collection Program 6-month update memo (Amy Slagle, Austin Resource Recovery)
- Identify items for discussion at future meetings
City Council Work Session
The council will consider a contract with Legacy Hospitality and Entertainment Group for Zilker Café concession management, projected to generate $1,500,000 in revenue for the Parks and Recreation Operating Budget. A flood readiness briefing will be presented by the Watershed Protection Department. In executive session, council members will discuss legal and real‑estate matters related to acquiring approximately 142.754 acres at 6500 Tracor Lane for Austin Water and other municipal purposes, and legal issues concerning SB 840's impact on multifamily and mixed‑use residential development.
- Contract for Zilker Café concession with Legacy Hospitality and Entertainment Group, estimated $1,500,000 revenue (FY 2025‑2041)
- Flood readiness briefing by Jorge Morales, Director of Watershed Protection Department
- Legal and real‑estate discussion on acquisition of ~142.754 acres at 6500 Tracor Lane for Austin Water and municipal use
- Legal discussion on SB 840 and its impact on multifamily and mixed‑use residential development
City Council Addendum Agenda
The Austin City Council will hold public hearings on two budget items for FY 2025‑2026. One item proposes rate and fee changes for Austin Resource Recovery. The other item proposes a change to the drainage charge rate for the Watershed Protection Department. Both items will be considered as part of the city’s budget process.
- Proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Resource Recovery (FY 2025‑2026 budget)
- Proposed drainage charge rate change for Watershed Protection Department (FY 2025‑2026 budget)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including property tax rates for Austin Water, Austin Energy, and general city fees. The body will also consider a special election to approve a higher property tax rate for housing and parks.
- Public hearing and approval of FY2025-2026 property tax rate
- Public hearing and approval of Austin Water and Austin Energy rate changes
- Authorize service agreement with Austin Housing Finance Corporation up to $118,254,863
- Approve special municipal election on November 4, 2025, for a higher property tax rate
- Approve resolutions directing studies on homelessness shelter capacity and 911 dispatch consolidation
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will hold public hearings to consider proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Resource Recovery and the Watershed Protection Department as part of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget.
- Public hearing for Austin Resource Recovery rate and fee changes
- Public hearing for Watershed Protection drainage charge rate change
- Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed budget consideration
City Council Budget Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The session includes a discussion regarding a possible tax rate election.
- City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
- Possible tax rate election
City Council Budget Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Members will discuss the budget proposal and a possible tax rate election.
- City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
- Possible tax rate election
City Council
The Austin City Council will review the City Manager’s FY 2025‑26 proposed budget and vote on a resolution establishing a maximum proposed property (ad valorem) tax rate for the fiscal year. The resolution also schedules a public hearing on the tax rate for August 13, 2025. A separate public hearing on the overall FY 2025‑26 budget is set for October 1, 2025.
- Resolution to adopt a maximum proposed property tax rate for FY 2025‑26
- Public hearing scheduled for August 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Austin City Hall
- Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s FY 2025‑26 proposed budget
City Council Budget Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to review a presentation from the City Manager. The session focuses on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple approvals, the most significant being the issuance of up to $290,995,000 in certificates of obligation to fund new fire and EMS stations, station improvements, administrative offices, and replacement of the Roy G. Guerrero Park Pedestrian Bridge. Other major items include a 20-year battery tolling agreement with Jupiter Power for up to $14.4 million per year, and several contracts for airport art projects totaling over $2 million. The council will also vote on suspending rate increases proposed by Aqua Texas and Texas Gas Service, and on approving annual service plan updates for three public improvement districts.
- Authorize up to $290,995,000 in Certificates of Obligation for fire/EMS stations, administrative offices, and Roy G. Guerrero Park Pedestrian Bridge replacement
- Authorize battery tolling agreement with Balcones Ridge Resiliency (Jupiter Power) for up to 100 MW, total estimated $288,000,000 over 20 years
- Authorize $546,000 each for two artists for airport mobility lounge and sensory lounge art projects
- Approve ordinance suspending Aqua Texas water/wastewater rate increase for Travis County customers in District 10
- Approve resolution to apply for up to $59,000,000 low-interest loan from Texas Water Development Board for Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
City Council
The Austin City Council will discuss the City Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and set a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposal.
- Set public hearing for FY 2025-26 budget (July 31, 2025, 3:00 p.m., Austin City Hall)
- Presentation and discussion of City Manager's FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation is meeting to approve payments and contracts for affordable residential developments. The board will also consider the formation of a nonprofit corporation for a multifamily rental project.
- Payment of $467,405.41 to Milestone Community Builders for 36 affordable rental units in the Grove Planned Unit Development
- Construction services contract with Constructinople, LLC for the Doris-Hathaway development at 8404 Hathaway Drive not to exceed $822,309.40
- Formation of AHFC Sunset Ridge Nonprofit Corporation for a 364 to 444-unit rental development at 8413 Southwest Parkway
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance amending the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan. This action would adopt the Austin Core Transportation Plan as an attachment to the mobility plan.
- Public hearing on adopting the Austin Core Transportation Plan
- Proposed amendments to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and Austin Strategic Mobility Plan
City Council Work Session
The City Council will consider a resolution to continue the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program, which sets safeguards, policies, and procedures for Austin Police Department use. The item has no fiscal impact. A briefing on the Citywide Strategic Plan is also scheduled.
- Approve a resolution to continue the Automated License Plate Reader program with safeguards for APD use
Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee
The Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee will hold a special called meeting to receive briefings on city electric vehicle charging infrastructure and fleet projections, recycling diversion and solar recycling programs, wildland conservation programs, and a Parks and Recreation Department partnership with Austin Parks Foundation. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting and identify future discussion items. No votes on policy or funding are scheduled.
- Briefing on city facility EV charging infrastructure and EV fleet projections
- Briefing on Parks and Recreation Department partnership with Austin Parks Foundation
- Briefing on Austin Resource Recovery’s recycling diversion and solar recycling programs
- Briefing on Austin Water’s wildland conservation programs
- Staff update to Park Funding Strategies (Resolution No. 20241121-072)
City Council
The City Council will discuss various airport leases, infrastructure contracts, and financial authorizations. Key items include a large bond issuance for public safety and roads, as well as water system renewals.
- Notice of Intention to Issue $717,510,000 in Certificates of Obligation for public safety, roads, and park improvements
- Contract for McNeil Drive Water Transmission Main Project with Southland Contracting, Inc. not to exceed $55,807,412
- Ordinance setting residence homestead tax exemption for individuals 65+ and persons with disabilities at $154,000 plus applicable increases
- Contract for North Austin CIPP Wastewater Renewal Project with Insituform Technologies, LLC not to exceed $3,050,182
- Lease with Amazon.com Services LLC for air freight and mail handling operations at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will consider several items on an addendum to the consent agenda. Notable actions include authorizing publication of notice for $808,745,000 in certificates of obligation for various infrastructure projects, approving a resolution to negotiate a TxDOT agreement for safety improvements at Seventh Street and Shady Lane, and directing a financing plan for the Cap & Stitch program along I-35.
- Approve ordinance adopting implementation date for residential re-subdivision and multi-family site development rules (Ordinance No. 20250306-037)
- Authorize publication of notice to issue $808,745,000 in Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, for infrastructure projects (fire stations, parks, roads, bridges, etc.)
- Authorize negotiation of Local On-System Project Improvement agreement with TxDOT for Seventh Street at Shady Lane intersection safety improvements ($661,347 expected cost)
- Direct development of a financing plan for Austin's Cap & Stitch program (Our Future 35)
- Resolution concerning labor and workforce development for Cap & Stitch
City Council Work Session
The City Council will consider resolutions to advance the I-35 Cap and Stitch Program, including a $20 million advance funding agreement for design of cap decks and tunnels, a $265 million commitment for cap and stitch roadway elements, and a $244 million budget amendment for the program. A briefing on the Downtown Highway Cap Benchmarking study will also be presented.
- Resolution to authorize $20M for design of cap decks and tunnel elements for I-35 Capital Express Central Project (Item A41)
- Resolution to authorize $265M for cap and stitch roadway elements for I-35 Capital Express Central Project (Item A42)
- Ordinance to increase Transportation and Public Works Capital Budget by $244M for I-35 Cap and Stitch Program (Item A43)
- Briefing on Downtown Highway Cap Benchmarking study by Downtown Austin Alliance (Item B1)
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will receive briefings on proposed changes to the City's financial policies for FY2026, audits of APD's License Plate Reader program and discrimination/harassment investigations, and the city auditor recruitment process. The committee may also go into closed session on identity and access management. Minutes from previous meetings are up for approval.
- Briefing on proposed changes to City of Austin Financial Policies for Fiscal Year 2026
- Audit of APD License Plate Reader Program
- Audit of Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation investigations
- Audit of Identity and Access Management
- City Auditor recruitment process
Public Safety Committee
The committee will receive a briefing from APD Chief Lisa Davis and Dr. Robin Engel on reexamining use of force. They will also consider approving the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting. Discussion of future meeting items is scheduled.
- Briefing on reexamining use of force by the Austin Police Department with Chief Lisa Davis and Dr. Robin Engel
- Approval of minutes from the Public Safety Committee meeting of April 7, 2025
- Identify items to discuss at future meetings
- Staff response memo regarding Sixth Street Pilot Program (Resolution No. 20250410-031) dated May 1, 2025
- Office of Police Oversight 2023 Annual Report memo dated April 23, 2025
Economic Opportunity Committee
The Economic Opportunity Committee will receive briefings on major infrastructure projects and workforce initiatives. Members will also review updates regarding childcare provider support and fee waiver programs.
- Update on the Austin Convention Center Redevelopment project
- Update on Austin Bergstrom International Airport's role in Central Texas Economic Development
- Briefing on E3 Alliance’s Workforce Readiness Collaborative Initiatives
- Update on the Home Grown 'Building Comprehensive Networks' Implementation Grant for childcare providers
- Update on the High-Quality Childcare Fee Waiver Program
City Council
The Austin City Council meets on May 8, 2025, to consider a consent agenda of over 20 items, including contracts, loans, and resolutions. Key decisions include authorizing applications for state loans totaling $120 million for water infrastructure projects and approving large contracts for aviation program management and road construction. The council will also issue proclamations and handle routine approvals.
- Authorize application for $65M zero-interest loan from Texas Flood Infrastructure Fund for Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant flood wall
- Authorize application for $45M low-interest loan for Austin Water’s polybutylene pipe replacement project
- Authorize seven contracts totaling up to $35M each for capital improvement program management services at the Austin airport
- Authorize $14.3M contract for construction on Slaughter Lane from Loop 1 to Brodie Lane
- Authorize $4M contract for sidewalk maintenance for Transportation and Public Works Department
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board will consider consent agenda items including two multifamily rental development loans totaling $10 million, a land acquisition and transfer for affordable housing, and a rental assistance contract. The board may also go into closed session on any agenda item.
- Authorize up to $5,500,000 loan for The Bloom at Lamar Square multifamily development at 1326-1328 Lamar Square Dr.
- Authorize up to $4,500,000 loan for Lamar Square Phase I - MLF multifamily development at same location.
- Acquire and then grant 0.16 acres at 2801 Castro St. to Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corp. for at least 2 affordable housing units.
- Authorize up to $1,280,112/year (up to $6,400,560 total over 5 years) contract with Housing Authority for Tenant Based Rental Assistance.
- Approve minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting.
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will meet to consider an ordinance regarding fees for a graduation event at the Montopolis Recreation Center. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss a legal matter.
- Ordinance to waive or reimburse fees for Allison Elementary School's 5th Grade Graduation at Montopolis Recreation Center on May 28, 2025
- Executive session regarding Sam Kirsch v. City of Austin et al., No. 1:20-cv-01113-RP
Public Health Committee
The Public Health Committee will meet on May 7, 2025, to approve minutes from April and discuss a multi-year plan for the City's Living Wage for social services solicitations. The committee will also review a memo regarding the Measles Health Alert.
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025, and April 28, 2025
- Briefing on multi-year Living Wage plan for social services
- Discussion of Measles Health Alert memo from February 10, 2025
City Council Work Session
The Austin City Council holds a work session to receive briefings on the I-35 Cap and Stitch project's design and bond capacity, as well as station area vision plans for North Lamar and South Congress transit centers. The council will also discuss council items of interest and convene in executive session for legal advice on a lawsuit (Sam Kirsch v. City of Austin).
- Briefing on I-35 Cap and Stitch design and bond capacity update
- Briefing on North Lamar and South Congress Transit Center Station Area Vision Plans
- Executive session for legal discussion on Sam Kirsch v. City of Austin, No. 1:20-cv-01113-RP
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Public Health committee. The session focuses on a staff update regarding funding sources and investment priorities for the homelessness response system.
- Staff update on Resolution No. 20250130-083 regarding homelessness response system funding
Public Health Committee
The Public Health Committee will receive a staff update on Resolution No. 20250130-083, which concerns funding sources, partnerships, and opportunities to prioritize ongoing investments in the homelessness response system. This item is a briefing taken jointly with the Audit and Finance Committee. The committee may also go into closed session for legal advice on any agenda item.
- Staff update on Resolution No. 20250130-083 regarding homelessness response system funding sources and partnerships
- Joint meeting with Audit and Finance Committee
- Public communication limited to 5 speakers for items not on the agenda
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes selling a 0.16-acre lot at 2801 Castro Street to the Austin Housing Finance Corporation for up to $3,000 to build low-income housing, and accepting a $114,527 state grant for the Go ATX Youth Project. The non-consent agenda features five resolutions authorizing eminent domain proceedings to acquire easements for the Interstate Highway 35 Central Water/Wastewater Relocation Project, with total appraised values of $237,393. The Council will also discuss legal issues in three pending lawsuits during executive session.
- Sale of 0.16 acres at 2801 Castro Street to Austin Housing Finance Corp for low-income housing (not to exceed $3,000)
- Acceptance of $114,527 grant from Texas Office of the Governor for Go ATX Youth Project
- Eminent domain for waterline easement at 1800 S I-35 (appraised $10,170)
- Eminent domain for water/wastewater easement at 2700 S I-35 (appraised $12,852)
- Executive session on three lawsuits: Arellano v. City, Gonzalez v. Serrato, Gonzalez v. City
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $20 million managed print services contract, a $5.4 million Zilker Metro Park barn replacement, and an ordinance updating cross-connection water regulations. Also on the agenda are contracts for police rifles, public health services, and a resolution to establish a Hazard Mitigation Action Plan committee. The meeting begins with proclamations for awareness months and days.
- Authorize $20M managed print services contract with Toshiba Business Solutions for all city departments
- Authorize $5.4M job order contract for Zilker Metro Park Maintenance Barn Replacement
- Approve ordinance repealing and replacing cross-connection regulations to prevent drinking water contamination
- Authorize $270,492 contract for rifles and equipment for the Austin Police Department
- Approve $1.5M Texas Parks and Wildlife grant for Phase I of Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park improvements
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation is meeting to approve minutes and authorize loan agreements for two rental housing projects. These items are funded through the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget.
- Loan agreement not to exceed $5,754,000 for Manor Apartments at or near 6721 Manor Road
- Loan agreement not to exceed $5,600,000 for Bailey at Stassney at or near 400 and 404 West Stassney Lane
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council is meeting to consider a resolution regarding the appointment of a City Clerk. This action includes establishing the position's compensation and benefits.
- Resolution appointing a City Clerk and establishing compensation and benefits
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to receive briefings on the city's five-year financial forecast. Members will also receive an update on design options for the I-35 Cap and Stitch project.
- Presentation of the City's five-year financial forecast
- I-35 Cap and Stitch design options update
City Council Special Called Meeting
The Austin City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint public hearing to receive comments on proposed amendments to City Code Title 25 (Land Development). The amendments would increase the maximum square footage allowed for two new housing units if the property owner preserves the existing housing unit. This item has no fiscal impact and is for public input only.
- Proposed amendments to Title 25 (Land Development) to raise square footage limits for new units when preserving existing housing (no fiscal impact)
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing a $52 million increase for a jointly owned transmission infrastructure project between Austin Energy, LCRA, and other entities. Other items include leases at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, multiple public art contracts for airport tunnels, and various utility contracts.
- Authorize increase to $52M for joint transmission infrastructure project (Item 3)
- Approve 10-year, $29.7M tourism district agreement with Visit Austin (Item 8)
- Authorize $5.8M for airport tunnel artwork by Saya Woolfalk (Item 10)
- Authorize amendments to two overhead distribution electrical services contracts totaling $54M (Item 19)
- Approve defeasance of $40.2M in Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds (Item 13)
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will consider extending the timeline for the Automated License Plate Reader pilot program and waiving fees for a community event at The Zilker Clubhouse.
- Extend timeline for Automated License Plate Reader pilot program
- Waive fees for Chabad of South Austin's Purim in Morocco event
- Council Members Paige Ellis, Kirk Watson, Ryan Alter, and José 'Chito' Vela are sponsors
City Council Work Session
The City Council will consider a resolution to extend the Automated License Plate Reader pilot program timeline, with no fiscal impact. The work session also includes closed-session discussions on personnel matters for the City Clerk, City Manager, Municipal Court Clerk, and City Auditor.
- Approve resolution to extend Automated License Plate Reader pilot program (Item A103)
- Closed session to discuss appointment of City Clerk
- Closed session to evaluate City Manager performance and compensation
- Closed session to evaluate Municipal Court Clerk performance and compensation
- Closed session to evaluate City Auditor performance and compensation
Economic Opportunity Committee
The committee will consider approving its 2025 meeting schedule and receive updates on the Infrastructure Academy, a Travis County childcare initiative funded by Prop A, and organizational changes in the Economic Development Department and Office of Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. A memo on the Downtown Strategic Initiative related to Resolution No. 20250213-031 will also be discussed.
- Approval of 2025 meeting schedule
- Update on Infrastructure Academy providing training and childcare support for construction careers
- Briefing on Travis County Childcare Initiative funded by Prop A
- Updates on Economic Development Department and Office of Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment
- Downtown Strategic Initiative memo related to Resolution No. 20250213-031
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will vote on a consent item authorizing up to $43.2 million for tenant improvements at three city-owned properties via the Austin Public Facilities Corporation. Separately, a public hearing will consider an ordinance to support a hotel and convention center at Circuit of the Americas with a $20,000 hotel occupancy tax contribution and a 10-year rebate agreement.
- $1,000,000 for tenant improvements at 2400 Grove Boulevard
- $32,473,360 for tenant improvements at 11708 McAngus Road
- $9,750,000 for tenant improvements at 1501/1601 S. Mopac Expressway
- Public hearing on ordinance for a hotel and convention center at 9201 Circuit of the Americas Boulevard
- $20,000 hotel occupancy tax contribution and 10-year rebate agreement for the COTA project
City Council
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda including over 20 items, most notably authorizing a $31.6 million interlocal agreement with Harris County for the EPA Solar for All program. Other large expenditures include a $32.6 million contract for the Ross Road North street project and a $2.5 million increase to the Cultural Trust program. The council also will vote on several contracts, grants, and ordinance amendments, including historic preservation funding and a redevelopment exception in the Barton Springs Zone.
- $31.6M interlocal agreement with Harris County for Solar for All program (Item 1)
- $32.6M contract for Ross Road North Substandard Streets project (Item 18)
- $2.5M increase to Cultural Trust program administered by Rally Austin (Item 11)
- $32.7M in Historic Preservation Fund grants for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (Item 19)
- $1.5M contract with Six Square for African American Cultural District services (Item 10)
City Council Addendum Agenda
The Austin City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes waivers for the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial procession and appointments to citizen boards. It will also hold public hearings and vote on second and third readings of two rezoning ordinances for properties on Gunter Street, changing them from single‑family to multifamily residential designations. The rezoning actions are part of the East MLK Combined Neighborhood Plan and the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan.
- Item 51: Waiver/reimbursement of fees for the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial procession on April 26, 2025.
- Item 52: Appointments and waivers for citizen boards, commissions, and related bylaws.
- Item 53: Rezoning of 1143 ¾, 1145, 1145 ½ Gunter St., 3605 Abbate Circle, and 1144 Wayneroy Dr. from Single Family to Multifamily Residential.
- Item 54: Rezoning of the same properties to townhouse, condominium, and medium‑density multifamily overlays.
City Council
The council will consider a consent agenda and a series of contract authorizations covering water treatment, construction, and software services. It will also approve up to $36 million for five engineering contracts to conduct the CLMP375 flood analysis. Additionally, the council will adopt resolutions for 9% Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit allocations for several development projects.
- Authorize up to $36 million for five engineering contracts for the CLMP375 2024 Localized Flood Analysis Rotation List (Watershed Protection Department).
- Authorize a contract up to $6 million with Polydyne Inc. for liquid polymer sludge thickening for Austin Water (with $900,000 funded now).
- Authorize a contract up to $4.646 million for Northwest Lift Station Improvements: Rock Harbor Force Main and Four Points #2 for Austin Water.
- Authorize a contract up to $1.5 million for electric system design software for Austin Energy (with $253,000 funded now).
- Approve resolutions allocating 9% Low‑Income Housing Tax Credits for developments such as Pathways at Santa Rita Courts West (2210 East 2nd St), Highland Commons (618 East Highland Mall Blvd), and others (no fiscal impact).
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation is meeting to authorize land acquisitions and grant agreements for affordable housing. The board will also consider the termination of three nonprofit corporations.
- Acquisition of 1.561 acres at 2908 and 2910 South Congress Avenue for up to $10,500,000
- $750,000 grant from St. David’s Foundation for Sycamores at Pleasant Valley at 5900 S. Pleasant Valley Road
- Contract with Guidehouse, Inc. for loan program underwriting tools not to exceed $200,000
- Termination of AHFC Avalon Non-Profit Corporation
- Termination of AHFC Village on Little Texas and AHFC Pecan Park PSH Non-Profit Corporations
City Council Addendum Agenda
The City Council will consider two resolutions as a consent agenda. One resolution would recognize the 150th anniversaries of Huston-Tillotson University and Ebenezer Baptist Church and direct the city manager to improve visibility and accessibility in the African American Cultural Heritage District. Another resolution would amend the Bond Election Advisory Task Force rules to allow removal of members appointed by council members whose terms ended in January 2025 and to fill vacancies.
- Resolution recognizing 150th anniversaries of Huston-Tillotson University and Ebenezer Baptist Church
- Directs city manager to expedite lighting, street banners, and signage in African American Cultural Heritage District
- Resolution amending Bond Election Advisory Task Force to permit removal of members from expired council terms
- Allows council to fill vacancies on task force until it disbands
- Consent agenda – items may be acted upon by one motion without separate discussion
City Council Special Called Meeting
The Austin City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on proposed code amendments to allow short-term rentals as an accessory use in all residential zones, regulate operators and platforms as businesses, and require platforms to collect hotel occupancy taxes. The proposal has no fiscal impact. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on making short-term rentals an accessory use in all residential zoning districts
- Proposal to regulate STR owners, operators, and platforms as businesses
- Requirement for STR platforms to collect and remit hotel occupancy taxes
- No fiscal impact stated for this item
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple significant items. The most consequential is a $600 million appropriation and reimbursement resolution for the initial phase of the Convention Center Redevelopment and Expansion Project. Other major actions include a $30 million transfer to Austin Energy's Power Supply Stabilization Reserve, a $42 million vegetation management contract for Austin Energy, and a $62 million electric meters contract.
- Approve $600M budget amendment and intent to reimburse for Convention Center expansion (Items 9-10)
- Transfer $30M to Austin Energy Power Supply Stabilization Reserve (Item 3)
- Authorize $42M vegetation management contract for Austin Energy (Item 15)
- Authorize $62M electric meters contract for Austin Energy (Item 19)
- Approve $6M cold-water meters contract for Austin Water (Item 14)
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will consider consent items authorizing loans for three affordable housing projects and a resolution creating a nonprofit corporation for a community land trust. The board may also go into closed session. All items are on the consent agenda and are expected to be approved together.
- Loan up to $7,752,000 with Industry ATX for Drowsy Willow ownership development at 5901 Drowsy Willow Trail
- Resolution establishing AHFC Drowsy Willow Non-Profit to manage 38 affordable ownership units via community land trust
- Loan amendment up to $4,001,385 (total $8,001,385) with Austin Area Urban League for UEZ I rental at 6314 FM 969 Road
- Loan up to $4,000,000 with Greystar Development for St John Redevelopment rental at 7211/7309 N Interstate 35
City Council Addendum Agenda
The council will vote on an ordinance to accept and appropriate a $6,728,249 HUD PRO Housing Grant and a $21,329,962 city match for the Housing Department budget. It will also authorize an amendment with Project Transitions, Inc. that adds up to $205,303 for HIV housing services, bringing the total agreement to no more than $6,363,811. Finally, the council will reappoint Amit Motwani and Dr. Cynthia Brinson to the Central Health Board of Managers.
- Approve ordinance (No. 20240814-007) to accept $6,728,249 HUD grant and $21,329,962 city match for housing initiatives
- Authorize amendment to Project Transitions, Inc. agreement, adding up to $205,303 for HIV housing services (total agreement ≤ $6,363,811)
- Reappoint Amit Motwani and Dr. Cynthia Brinson to the Central Health Board of Managers
City Council Work Session
The City Council will meet for a work session to discuss appointments to intergovernmental entities and committee memberships. The body will also consider reappointing two members to the Central Health Board of Managers.
- Reappointment of Amit Motwani and Dr. Cynthia Brinson to the Central Health Board of Managers
- Council appointments to intergovernmental entities and Council Committee memberships
- Executive session regarding legal issues on state and federal immigration policies
Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee
The committee will approve the minutes from its November 19, 2024 meeting. It will receive a report on a $15 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant for electric‑vehicle charging infrastructure. Additional reports will cover a Central Texas Clean Cities award, 2025 priorities, and briefings on the Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan and winter weather preparedness. The meeting will also identify topics for future sessions.
- Approve minutes of the November 19, 2024 meeting
- Report on $15 million grant for electric‑vehicle charging infrastructure
- Report on recognition from Central Texas Clean Cities for alternative‑fuel use
- Report on Austin Energy 2025 priorities and initiatives
- Briefing on implementation of the Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan
City Council Special Called Meeting
The City Council will administer the oath of office to newly elected and re-elected members, followed by the election of the Mayor Pro Tem for the new term.
- Oath of office for new Council Members for Districts 6, 7, and 10
- Oath of office for re-elected Mayor and Council Members for Districts 2 and 4
- Election of the Mayor Pro Tem