Austin is heading into a pivotal budget season. The City is facing a $33 million deficit, alongside devastating state and federal cuts—from refugee programs to food assistance to public health services like immunizations and disease prevention. The City Manager will release his proposed budget on Friday,...
Grab chairs and a blanket, bring family and friends, and enjoy this special screening. Come explore Community First! Village, reserve your spot, and enjoy your favorite movie concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase (cards only, cash not accepted). We encourage you...
We’re excited to invite you to the Office of Police Oversight (OPO)’s first-ever Community Open House — a special opportunity for Austinites to connect directly with our staff and leadership, ask questions, and learn how we work to promote transparency, accountability, and community trust in local law enforcement. Oversight is a community-first process and...
Our Plus-Size Clothing Swap is back by popular demand—celebrating ALL SIZES XL+ WHILE FUNDRAISING FOR FUTRURE FRONT. SO, Time to clear out your closet & snag new-to-you garments! Hosted by Future Front board members Xochi Solis and Hali Martin, this event's one-part swap and one-part fundraiser...
Right in the middle of our long, hot summers, City Hall observes an extra season: budget season. The Council Members, the Mayor, their staff, and civil servants hunker down in the air conditioning with their spreadsheets, figuring out how to squeeze the most community benefit...
The Austin History Center needs your input! We invite you to join us at the Yarborough Library on July 21st to learn about our work and the Austin’s Archives & You survey. There will be activities so that you can help us decide the direction of...
Mark your calendars for Monday, July 21 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM for our online District 8 Budget Town Hall! Please register at bit.ly/D8Budget25-26 so we can send you the meeting link the day of the event. This registration form is an opportunity for you to share your budget...
Learn about the City's Proposed Budget from Council Member Siegel and the City of Austin Budget Team! We will begin with a 15-20 minute presentation from the Budget Office followed by Q&A. Food and drinks are provided! The program will be in the auditorium in...
The Austin History Center needs your input! We invite you to join us at the Twin Oaks Branch Library on July 24th to learn about our work and the Austin’s Archives & You survey. There will be activities so that you can help us decide the...
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy, Austin Resource Recovery, and Austin’s Watershed Protection Department on July 26th from 8-10 am for the 3rd Annual Shoal Creek Shopping Cart Corral! This event is inspired by the Austin Watershed Protection Department’s Trash in Creeks field study that found over...
