SummaryOn May 13th, the city's policing partnership with DPS was abruptly put on pause. Action BoxKeep an eye on our Instagram page for updates on the DPS-APD partnership & opportunities to share your thoughts with local elected officials. Been seeing a lot of headlines about...
SummaryOn Election Day, voters overwhelmingly approved Prop A & rejected Prop B, expressing support for stronger civilian oversight of our city's police department. Action BoxKeep an eye on our Instagram page for updates on how the new police contract negotiations are progressing. Election Day is...
SummaryProp A & Prop B are both on the ballot because of citizen signature drives and both are related to police oversight and accountability...
About the Austin Transit PartnershipThis post is sponsored by our community partner, the Austin Transit Partnership, the independent government organization responsible for the financing, design, construction, and overall implementation of Project Connect. Action BoxParticipate in the Light Rail Virtual Open House before May 2nd. This post...
On, March 21st, the Travis County Commissioners Court voted to take the first steps toward creating a mental health diversion center right here in Travis County. And what is a mental health diversion center? We discuss it all with Travis County Judge Andy Brown. You can hear...
About the Austin Transit PartnershipThis post is sponsored by our community partner, the Austin Transit Partnership, the independent government organization responsible for the financing, design, construction, and overall implementation of Project Connect. Action BoxAttend the Light Rail Open House on March 21st from 4pm to 7pm...
SummaryLast month, Austin City Council voted to fire City Manager Spencer Cronk in a 10-1 vote. Action BoxKeep an eye out for upcoming public engagement opportunities on the selection of Austin's next city manager. Today, we've got a little civics lessons for ya! What's a city...
There's been a lot of news lately over Austin's police contract. In this episode, we break it all down for you & explain what police contracts even are, the ways they impact accountability and staffing, and how an upcoming election could impact the future of...
SummaryTxDOT has plans to expand I-35 through downtown Austin. Action BoxClick the badge above to participate in the virtual public hearing. Been seeing a lot of headlines about I-35? Not sure what exactly is going on? We go over all the basics with our latest...
By now, you've probably heard there are plans to expand I-35 through downtown Austin...