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What’s on my Ballot? Austin’s May 6 Election and Police Oversight
April 20, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The upcoming City of Austin election on May 6th will feature two propositions that could change the landscape of police oversight in Austin. At issue is the power and authority of the City’s Office of Police Oversight.
Join us on April 20 for a discussion about this election. The event will feature a moderated discussion between three guest speakers, followed by a Q&A with the audience. Come to get answers to questions such as:
– What is the Office of Police Oversight?
– What would the competing propositions on the ballot actually do?
— Why should we care about this election?
Our guest speakers will include:
– Carsten Andresen, Professor of Criminal Justice at St. Edward’s University.
– Amy Stansbury, Editor-in-Chief of the news site Austin Common.
– Third speaker TBD
This event is cohosted by Braver Angels of Central Texas and the Austin Area League of Women Voters!
Date: Thursday, April 20
Time: 6:00 to 7:30 (light snacks provided)
Location: Lakewood Homeowners Association Clubhouse, 7317 Lakewood Drive, Austin Texas 78750.
We hope you will join us for this timely and informative discussion!
Please RSVP to reserve your spot!
(And please invite friends, family, and neighbors who might be interested in learning more about the upcoming election and police oversight in Austin!)