Local government is important. It’s the branch of government that affects your life the most, and yet, many of us can barely remember the name of our mayor or City Council member. That’s why we break it all down for you in a way that’s clear, easy-to-understand, and even a little fun. No PhD in poli sci needed!
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Thought the elections were over? Not quite.If you live in Austin City Council District 7, you still have a runoff election to vote in. In this episode of The Austin Common Radio Hour, host Amy Stansbury sits down with both of the candidates – Mike
Summary On December 12th, Austin City Council will vote on Austin Energy’s new Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan. Action Box Listen to the latest episode of The Austin Common Radio Hour to learn more about Austin Energy’s Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan. This
On December 12th, Austin City Council will vote on an update to Austin Energy’s Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan. The name might sound boring, but the plan contains lots of important information that will influence everything from Austin’s carbon emissions to what we all
Election season is back! This fall, half of Austin’s City Council seats are up for election… and that’s a lot of candidates! But don’t worry, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you. In this episode we cover the District 2
Election season is back! This fall, half of Austin’s City Council seats are up for election… and that’s a lot of candidates! But don’t worry, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you. In this episode we cover the District 4
Summary There are five candidates running to become the next City Council member for District 4 (in north/east Austin). Action Box Don’t forget to vote! Early voting lasts from October 21st to November 1st and Election Day is on November 5th. Election season is here!
Summary There are two candidates running to become the next City Council member for District 6 (in northwest Austin). Action Box Don’t forget to vote! Early voting lasts from October 21st to November 1st and Election Day is on November 5th. Election season is here!
Election season is back! This fall, half of Austin’s City Council seats are up for election… and that’s a lot of candidates! But don’t worry, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you. In this episode we cover the District 6
Election season is back! This fall, half of Austin’s City Council seats are up for election… and that’s a lot of candidates! But don’t worry, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you. In this episode we cover the District 7
Summary There are six candidates running to become the next City Council member for District 7 (in north/central Austin). Action Box Don’t forget to vote! Early voting lasts from October 21st to November 1st and Election Day is on November 5th. Election season is here!
Summary There are five candidates running to become the next mayor of Austin. Action Box Don’t forget to vote! Early voting lasts from October 21st to November 1st and Election Day is on November 5th. Election season is here! And while all eyes are on
Election season is back! This fall, half of Austin’s City Council seats are up for election… and the mayor’s race is on the ballot… that’s a lot of candidates! But don’t worry, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you. In