Election Guides
Want to learn about what’s going to be on your ballot? Confused by all the propositions?
You’ve come to the right place. Below, you’ll find info on all of the local propositions that will be on your ballot in November 2021. You can also find these guides on our Instagram page – @The_Austin_Common.
Everything you need to know about Prop A, which is about the size of Austin’s police force (and how much we want to pay for it).
Everything you need to know about Prop B, which is about a land swap that if approved, could increase the amount of parkland in Austin.
Everything you need to know about early voting, including polling locations & ballot info.
Hear directly from supporters and opponents of Prop A & get a deep dive on some of the myths that have been swirling around online.
Learn the basics of what will be on your ballot from this recording of an Instagram Live video with Austin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury.
Learn more about the properties involved in the parkland land swap if Prop B passes.
Get a quick video recap of what will be on your ballot.
Learn how to get your sample ballot, research the issues, and find your nearest polling location.
Early Voting Info
Everything you need to know about early voting, including polling locations & ballot info.
Elections 101: The Podcast
Hear directly from supporters and opponents of Prop A & get a deep dive on some of the myths that have been swirling around online.
Elections 101: The Video
Learn the basics of what will be on your ballot from this recording of an Instagram Live video with Austin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury.
Prop B: Instagram Reel
Learn more about the properties involved in the parkland land swap if Prop B passes.
Election Recap: IG Reel
Get a quick video recap of what will be on your ballot.
Voter Checklist: IG Reel
Learn how to get your sample ballot, research the issues, and find your nearest polling location.