The Environmental Commission of Austin convened for a regular meeting on October 1, 2025, at the Permitting and Development Center. The meeting commenced at 6:03 PM with a roll call confirming the presence of all commissioners, including the introduction of new member Lisonbee Morrison, who expressed her enthusiasm for joining the commission and her commitment to local environmental issues.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The first significant agenda item was a staff briefing on green infrastructure and the right of way. However, before addressing this topic, the commission decided to postpone agenda item number six, concerning the Travis County landfill permit number 684, due to the need for additional information and the presence of city staff.

Corbin Graham, a speaker on the matter, addressed the commission regarding the postponement. He clarified that his ongoing lawsuit with Travis County pertains to a contractual dispute unrelated to environmental concerns. Graham emphasized the importance of ensuring greater safeguards for the watersheds regulated by the city of Austin, referencing historical violations and the city's ownership of nearby land designated as a nature preserve.

The commission acknowledged the complexity of the issue and expressed a desire for further discussion once more information and relevant staff could be present. A motion to postpone the item was made and seconded, receiving majority approval from the commissioners.

The meeting proceeded with the understanding that the commission would revisit the landfill permit issue in the future, ensuring that all necessary parties could contribute to the discussion. The session highlighted the commission's commitment to thorough deliberation on environmental matters affecting the Austin community.