August 12, 2026 Austin City Council Budget Adoption Reading
Budget Adoption Reading of the Austin City Council
August 12, 2026: Agenda
This agenda includes items that are not related to budget.
Meeting Agenda
Agenda, 425 KB
Agenda Items - August 12, 2026
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10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Item 1
Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance adopting and levying a property (ad valorem) tax rate for the City for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-001, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 152 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-001, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A, PDF, 63 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-001, Agenda Backup: Exhibit B.2, PDF, 641 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-001, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 130 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 2
Conduct a public hearing and consider proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Resource Recovery as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 proposed budget.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-002, Agenda Backup: Backup (ARR Rate Support), PDF, 568 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-002, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 97 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 3
Conduct a public hearing and consider a proposed drainage charge rate change for Austin Watershed Protection as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 proposed budget.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-003, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 154 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 4
Conduct a public hearing and consider proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Water as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 proposed budget.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-004, Agenda Backup: Backup, PDF, 676 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-004, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 98 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 5
Conduct a public hearing and consider proposed rate and fee changes for Austin Energy as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 proposed budget.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-005, Agenda Backup: FY2027 Proposed Fee Schedule, PDF, 199 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-005, Agenda Backup: FY2027 Tariff - Clean, PDF, 2.1 MB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-005, Agenda Backup: FY2027 Tariff - Redline, PDF, 2.3 MB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-005, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 98 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 6
Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance authorizing fees, fines, and other charges to be set or charged by the City for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 beginning on October 1, 2026, and ending on September 30, 2027, and waiving fees and other charges.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-006, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 261 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-006, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A- Fee Schedule, PDF, 729 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-006, Agenda Backup: Exhibit B- Electric Tariff, PDF, 1.5 MB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-006, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 129 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 7
Approve an ordinance adopting the City of Austin Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, beginning on October 1, 2026, and ending on September 30, 2027.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-007, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 107 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-007, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 130 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 8
Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of Austin Fire; creating certain positions; and repealing Ordinance No. 20251218-003 relating to Austin Fire classifications and positions. Funding: Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budgets of Austin Fire.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-008, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 121 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-008, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 117 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 9
Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS); and repealing Ordinance No. 20250813-007 relating to ATCEMS classifications and positions. Funding: Available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of ATCEMS.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-009, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 139 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-009, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 117 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 10
Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of Austin Police and repealing Ordinance No. 20250813-008 relating to Austin Police classifications and positions. Funding: Available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of Austin Police.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-010, Agenda Backup: Draft Ordinance, PDF, 121 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-010, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 113 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 11
Ratify the property tax increase reflected in the Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-011, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 115 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Housing
Item 12
Authorize negotiation and execution of a one-year service agreement with the Austin Housing Finance Corporation to manage and operate various housing programs on the City’s behalf during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in an amount not to exceed $90,506,483. Funding: Funding in the amount of $90,506,483 is available in the City’s Operating and Capital Budgets.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-012, Agenda Backup: Exhibit A, PDF, 904 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-012, Agenda Backup: Exhibit B, PDF, 891 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-012, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 114 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item(s) from Council
Item 13
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to study fees and regulations that apply to special events held in parks, propose options for accepting special event proposals at underutilized parks; and to provide a progress report on Resolution No. 20240215-023, which related to supporting and preserving accessible, inclusive, open-to-the-public events and creating an application process for City co-sponsorship or other partnerships.
Sponsors: Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member José Velásquez, Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, Council Member Paige Ellis, Council Member Marc Duchen.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-013, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 125 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-013, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 95 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 14
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to develop a schedule and process for reviewing social services and contracting performance, working with Council Committees on this review, and reporting back to Council.
Sponsors: Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member José Velásquez, Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, Mayor Kirk Watson.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-014, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 163 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-014, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 15
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to review and make recommendations regarding key performance measures including a comprehensive review of existing data, audits and models for performance management for Austin Police.
Sponsors: Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member José Velásquez, Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Mike Siegel.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-015, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 149 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-015, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 110 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 16
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to propose City Code amendments to classify “microbusiness,” adjust permitting and licensing requirements to reduce the barriers to entry for microbusinesses, establish eligibility criteria, and develop a program that waives City fees for qualifying microbusinesses.
Sponsors: Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, Council Member José Velásquez, Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-016, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 142 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-016, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 95 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 17
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to develop a security implementation plan for City parks and recreation lands and facilities; to acquire, deploy, and activate equipment to improve parks security and safety; and to ensure any parks surveillance technology is in full compliance with Ordinance No. 20260423-029 (known as the “TRUST Act”) and prioritized for deployment to City parks with a history of violent crimes.
Sponsors: Council Member Paige Ellis, Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Marc Duchen, Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member Ryan Alter.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-017, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 95 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-017, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 112 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 18
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to create a nature trail to connect the Circle C Metropolitan Park to the Hielscher Tract Greenbelt trail through adjacent City-owned land, ensure environmental protection, engage with community partners, and identify funding in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget.
Sponsors: Council Member Paige Ellis, Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Ryan Alter.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-018, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 105 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-018, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 19
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to establish an Office of Joint Emergency Communications within the Management Services Department, take the necessary steps to create an independent Joint Emergency Communications Department outside of the Austin Police Department, and make recommendations regarding the creation of an independent Joint Emergency Communications Department.
Sponsors: Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Mike Siegel, Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member José Velásquez.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-019, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 137 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-019, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 20
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to study if the proposed increase in the drainage charge rate for Austin Watershed Protection as part of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 proposed budget is sufficient for the City’s drainage infrastructure needs and bring back any required ordinances if necessary to increase the change in the proposed drainage utility charge.
Sponsors: Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member Mike Siegel, Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, Council Member Krista Laine, Council Member Ryan Alter.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-020, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 96 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-020, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 21
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to provide Council with a summary list of complaints of police misconduct and related information commonly referred to as the “G-file,” and directing the City Manager to provide Council with an assessment of costs, as well as any legal, technological, or operational barriers, to develop a publicly accessible online database of information related to allegations of misconduct.
Sponsors: Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member José Velásquez, Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member Mike Siegel.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-021, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-021, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 110 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Item 22
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to evaluate and develop recommendations for the social services contracts that are proposed for reductions or elimination as part of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Sponsors: Mayor Kirk Watson, Council Member José Velásquez, Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member Krista Laine.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-022, Agenda Backup: Draft Resolution, PDF, 131 KB, posted 8/6/2026
20260812-022, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 95 KB, posted 8/6/2026
10:30 AM - Austin Housing Finance Corporation Meeting
Item 23
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors’ meeting of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation. Following the adjournment of the AHFC Board meeting, the City Council will reconvene. This item has no fiscal impact.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-023, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 111 KB, posted 8/6/2026
10:30 AM - Mueller Local Government Corporation Meeting
Item 24
The Mayor will recess the City Council meeting to conduct a Board of Directors' meeting of the Mueller Local Government Corporation. Following adjournment of the MLGC Board meeting the City Council will re-convene.
Work Papers and Other Backup Documentation
20260812-024, Agenda Backup: Recommendation for Action, PDF, 108 KB, posted 8/6/2026
Adjourn
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