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AustinTX averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $504,148 -4.4% yr/yr · -14.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👮 Police incidents (open data)
400,042 incidents · Wed Dec 22, 2021–Sat Jul 25, 2026
property177,416
other161,107
violent61,519
The most recent records from the city police department’s own open-data portal — a recent slice, not full history. Full per-incident records are in the public dataset. This department redacts incident coordinates (block-group level only), so these aren’t mappable to a point. Source: data.austintexas.gov.
Municipal budget
Total revenue$5.13B (FY2023)
Total spending$5.11B (FY2023)
Taxes$1.62B (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$7.88B (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,301 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20258,893 housing units ($1.57B)
🗳️ Election results (17 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council , District 7 2024-12-14
Mike Siegel ✓ 4,420 · Gary L. Bledsoe 4,211
Mayor 2024-11-05
Kirk Watson ✓ 166,890 · Carmen D. Llanes Pulido 68,042 · Kathie Tovo 55,715 · Jeffery L. Bowen 27,055 · Doug Greco 15,768
City Council , District 7 2024-11-05
Mike Siegel ✓ 13,681 · Gary L. Bledsoe 6,624 · Pierre Huy Nguyễn 5,110 · Adam Powell 3,828 · Todd Shaw 2,973 · Edwin Bautista 2,135
City Council , District 6 2024-11-05
Krista Laine ✓ 6,230 · Mackenzie Kelly 5,843
City Council , District 4 2024-11-05
José 'Chito' Vela ✓ 11,034 · Monica Guzmán 5,223 · Louis Herrin 1,149 · Jim Rabuck 819 · Eduardo 'Lalito' Romero 630
City Council , District 2 2024-11-05
Vanessa Fuentes ✓ 22,591 · Robert Reynolds 3,780
City Council , District 10 2024-11-05
Marc Duchen ✓ 20,810 · Ashika Ganguly 20,321
Mayor 2022-12-13
Kirk Watson ✓ 55,292 · Celia Israel 55,262
City Council , District 9 2022-12-13
Zohaib 'Zo' Qadri ✓ 7,293 · Linda Guerrero 6,950
City Council , District 5 2022-12-13
Ryan Alter ✓ 7,931 · Stephanie Bazan 5,369
City Council , District 3 2022-12-13
José Velásquez ✓ 4,181 · Daniela Silva 3,649
Mayor 2022-11-08
Celia Israel ✓ 118,123 · Kirk Watson 101,960 · Jennifer Virden 52,502 · Phil Campero Brual 6,813 · Anthony Bradshaw 6,697 · Gary S. Spellman 5,450
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM
City Council Work Session
Council to weigh data center rules and human rights report
The Austin City Council is holding a work session to discuss two briefings: the current status of data center uses in the city and possible future code amendments, and a human rights framework impact review. No votes will be taken during this session.
- Briefing on data center uses and potential future City Code or regulation amendments
- Briefing on Human Rights Framework: Impact Review and Report
- Closed session permitted under Texas Open Meetings Act
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City Council Work Session
City of Austin
Agenda
Austin City Hall, 301 W.
Second Street, Austin, TX and
some members may be
participating via
videoconference.
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José "Chito" Vela
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes
Council Member José Velásquez
Council Member Ryan Alter
Council Member Krista Laine
Council Member Mike Siegel
Council Member Paige Ellis
Council Member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Council Member Marc Duchen
Austin City Hall
9:00 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
August 25, 2026
City Council Work Session
COUNCIL AGENDA
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda. In accordance with the Council rules
and procedures, Council will not discuss any item from the regular meeting agenda that has not been
identified as an item for discussion during the work session and will not vote on a work session agenda
item that is also on the regular meeting agenda.
A. Pre-Selected Agenda Items
B. Briefings
Briefing on the current status of data center uses in the City and possible future amendments to the City
Code or regulations. [Joi Harden, Acting Assistant Director - Austin Planning, Shay Roalson, Director -
Austin Water, Stuart Reilly, General Manager - Austin Energy].
B1.
Human Rights Framework: Impact Review and Report. [Dr. Lindsey Wilson, Director; Shafina Khaki,
Human Rights Officer - Austin Equ …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Council to approve $338.9M bond sale, $200M wind power deal, and $20M tourism contract
The Austin City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, settlements, and bond issuances. Key items include authorizing up to $338.9 million in public improvement and refunding bonds, a $200 million wind power purchase agreement extension, and a $19.99 million contract with Visit Austin for tourism promotion. The agenda is largely routine, with most items expected to be approved by one motion.
- Authorize up to $338,935,000 in Public Improvement and Refunding Bonds, Series 2026
- Authorize power purchase agreement extension with Whirlwind Energy LLC for up to 60 MW of wind power, estimated $10M/year for up to 20 years
- Approve agreement with Visit Austin for tourism promotion services, not to exceed $19,993,429 for FY 2026-2027
- Authorize interlocal agreement with Travis County for animal services, $3,735,018 for FY 2026-2027
- Approve settlement in Brandon Yett et al. v. City of Austin, Cause No. D-1-GN-25-001421
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
August 27, 2026
City Council
COUNCIL AGENDA
This is a draft agenda and should not be considered final. Items are subject to change, removal, or
addition without notice. Council will only take action based on the items listed on the final agenda
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any
of the items i …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Audit and Finance Committee
Committee to consider Public Health Commission bylaws, audit of city systems access
The Audit and Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss adopting bylaws for the Austin-Travis County Public Health Commission, and hold a closed session on an audit of privileged access to critical city systems. The agenda also includes identifying future items and noting several memos, including budget and credit rating updates, for information only.
- Adoption of bylaws for the Austin-Travis County Public Health Commission
- Closed session on audit of privileged access to critical City systems
- Approval of minutes from July 20, 2026 special called meeting
- Moody's upgrade of City of Austin credit rating (July 17, 2026)
- FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Document dated July 10, 2026
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THE AUDIT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026 AT 9:30 AM,
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
Kirk Watson, Chair
Ryan Alter, Vice Chair
Vanessa Fuentes
Jose "Chito" Vela
Marc Duchen
Krista Laine (Alternate)
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/council_committee_info_center
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members of the
committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas
Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1.
Approve the minutes for the July 20, 2026, special called meeting of the Audit …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
AHFC to adopt $92M combined operating and capital budgets
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will consider adopting its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 operating and capital budgets, totaling over $92 million, and authorize a service agreement with the City of Austin to manage housing programs. The board may also go into closed session as permitted by law.
- Adopt FY 2026-2027 Grant Operating Budget of $41,972,483 and Housing Assistance Fund Budget of $1,700,000
- Adopt FY 2026-2027 Capital Budget of $48,534,000
- Authorize a one-year service agreement with the City of Austin for up to $90,506,483 to manage housing programs
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THE AUSTIN HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION WILL MEET
ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 AT 10:30 AM, AUSTIN CITY
HALL
AUSTIN CITY HALL, 301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND
SOME BOARD MEMBERS MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA
VIDEOCONFERENCE.
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
José "Chito" Vela
Ryan Alter
Krista Laine
Mike Siegel
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
1. Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Grant Operating Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $41,972,483 and the Housing Assistance Fund Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $1,700,000; authorizing the development of program guidelines
for the named housing programs for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and establishing administrative approval
limits for the General Manager.
2. Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Capital Budget for Fiscal Year
2026-2027 in the amount of $48,534,000; authorizing the development of program guidelines and
establishing administrative approval limits for the General Manager.
3. Authorize negotiation and execution of a one-year service agreement with the City of Austin to manage
and operate various housing programs on the City of Austin's behalf during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in an
amount not to exceed $90,50 …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Austin City Hall
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Mueller Local Government Corporation
Board to adopt $4.42M FY 2026-2027 operating budget for Mueller redevelopment
The Mueller Local Government Corporation will consider approving its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 operating budget of $4,420,465 for the Mueller Redevelopment Project. The board will also vote on minutes from the August 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Resolution adopting FY 2026-2027 operating budget of $4,420,465 for Mueller Redevelopment Project
- Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025 regular meeting
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THE MUELLER LOCAL GOVERNMENT CORPORATION WILL
MEET ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 AT 10:30 AM, AUSTIN
CITY HALL
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
1. Approve the minutes of the Mueller Local Government Corporation Board of Directors regular meeting
of August 13, 2025. Funding: There is no anticipated financial impact.
2. Approve a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Mueller Local Government Corporation
Operating Budget in the amount of $4,420,465 for the Mueller Redevelopment Project.
Adjourn
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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
AHFC to adopt $92M budget for housing grants and capital projects
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will consider adopting its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 operating and capital budgets, totaling over $92 million, and authorize a service agreement with the City of Austin to manage housing programs. The board may also go into closed session as permitted by law.
- Adopt $41,972,483 Grant Operating Budget and $1,700,000 Housing Assistance Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Adopt $48,534,000 Capital Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Authorize up to $90,506,483 service agreement with City of Austin to manage housing programs
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THE AUSTIN HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION WILL MEET
ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026 AT 10:30 AM, AUSTIN CITY HALL
AUSTIN CITY HALL, 301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND
SOME BOARD MEMBERS MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA
VIDEOCONFERENCE.
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
José "Chito" Vela
Ryan Alter
Krista Laine
Mike Siegel
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
1. Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Grant Operating Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $41,972,483 and the Housing Assistance Fund Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $1,700,000; authorizing the development of program guidelines
for the named housing programs for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and establishing administrative approval
limits for the General Manager.
2. Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Capital Budget for Fiscal Year
2026-2027 in the amount of $48,534,000; authorizing the development of program guidelines and
establishing administrative approval limits for the General Manager.
3. Authorize negotiation and execution of a one-year service agreement with the City of Austin to manage
and operate various housing programs on the City of Austin's behalf during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in an
amount not to exceed $90,506 …
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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Mueller Local Government Corporation
Board to adopt $4.42M operating budget for Mueller redevelopment
The Mueller Local Government Corporation will consider approving its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 operating budget of $4,420,465 for the Mueller Redevelopment Project and approve prior meeting minutes. The board may also enter closed session under the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Approve resolution adopting FY 2026-2027 operating budget of $4,420,465 for Mueller Redevelopment Project
- Approve minutes of August 13, 2025 regular meeting
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THE MUELLER LOCAL GOVERNMENT CORPORATION WILL
MEET ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026 AT 10:30 AM, AUSTIN
CITY HALL
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
1. Approve the minutes of the Mueller Local Government Corporation Board of Directors regular meeting
of August 13, 2025. Funding: There is no anticipated financial impact.
2. Approve a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Mueller Local Government Corporation
Operating Budget in the amount of $4,420,465 for the Mueller Redevelopment Project.
Adjourn
For assistance, please call 512-974-2210 or TTY users route through 711.
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request.
Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Austin City Hall
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Austin City Hall
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
AHFC to adopt $92M combined operating and capital budgets for FY 2026-2027
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will vote on resolutions adopting its Grant Operating Budget ($41,972,483) and Capital Budget ($48,534,000) for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, along with a $1.7 million Housing Assistance Fund Budget. The board will also authorize a one-year service agreement with the City of Austin to manage housing programs, not to exceed $90,506,483. The meeting includes a possible closed session under the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Adopt Grant Operating Budget of $41,972,483 for FY 2026-2027
- Adopt Capital Budget of $48,534,000 for FY 2026-2027
- Adopt Housing Assistance Fund Budget of $1,700,000 for FY 2026-2027
- Authorize service agreement with City of Austin up to $90,506,483 for housing program management
- Possible closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
José "Chito" Vela
Ryan Alter
Krista Laine
Mike Siegel
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will
convene at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 12,
2026 at Austin City Hall
Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX
and some board members may be participating via
videoconference.
August 12, 2026Austin Housing Finance Corporation COUNCIL AGENDA
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Grant Operating Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $41,972,483 and the Housing Assistance Fund Budget for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $1,700,000; authorizing the development of program
guidelines for the named housing programs for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and establishing administrative
approval limits for the General Manager.
1.
Approve a resolution adopting the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Capital Budget for Fiscal Year
2026-2027 in the amount of $48,534,000; authorizing the development of program guidelines and
establishing administrative approval limits for the General Manager.
2.
Authorize negotiation and execution of a one-year service agreement with the City of Austin to manage
and operate various housing progra …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Mueller Local Government Corporation
Austin City Hall
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget and order November elections
The City Council will review the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body is also deciding on ordinances to order a general election, a special election for charter amendments, and a bond election.
- Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
- General Obligation Bond Election for Parks and Recreation and Library improvements
- General election for City Council Districts 1, 3, 5, 8, and 9
- Special election for proposed charter amendments, including a citizen-initiated amendment
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
August 6, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may
only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full
instructions on participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council
Meeting Information Center: https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Capital Delivery Services
Approve an ordinance ordering a General Obligation Bond Election to be held on November 3,
2026, in …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Council discusses 2026-2027 budget
The Austin City Council is convening to discuss the City Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The meeting will also include a presentation and discussion on a potential November 2026 bond election. The agenda is primarily focused on budget and organizational matters.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget presentation
- Potential November 2026 bond election discussion
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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
August 4, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may
only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full
instructions on participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council
Meeting Information Center: https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Capital Delivery Services
Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to prepare an ordinance for Council consideration
to …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Public Safety Committee
Public Safety Committee to review emergency response and overtime costs
The Austin Public Safety Committee will meet to receive briefings on emergency response to a recent train derailment, community violence prevention partnerships, and personnel overtime costs across public safety departments. The committee will also approve past meeting minutes and identify future agenda items.
- Briefing on emergency response to April 23, 2026 Union-Pacific train derailment in Seaholm District
- Briefing on Austin Police partnership with community violence prevention programs
- Briefing on public safety overtime costs and strategies to reduce expenses before FY 2026-27 budget adoption
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THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON MONDAY,
AUGUST 3, 2026 AT 2:00 PM, AUSTIN CITY HALL
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
José Velasquez, Chair
Krista Laine, Vice Chair
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
Mike Siegel
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/council_committee_info_center
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members of the
committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas
Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the Public Safety Committee Meeting of April 6, 2026, Public Safety
C …
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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
City Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 proposed budget and tax rate
The City Council will review the City Manager’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and hold a public hearing on the budget. The body will also consider a resolution for a maximum proposed property tax rate and various charter amendments for a November election.
- Proposed property tax rate increase for FY 2026-2027
- Proposed charter amendments for November 3, 2026, election including recall signature requirements and ICRC independence
- Contract for a city department efficiency study with Public Works LLC not to exceed $5,230,000
- Public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 City of Austin Budget
- Proposed requirement for an independent affordability and efficiency initiative before tax rate increases
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Thursday, July 30, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, July 30, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
July 30, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
This agenda includes items that are not related to budget.
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may
only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full
instructions on participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council
Meeting Information Center: https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Approve a resolution adopting a maximum proposed property (ad valorem) …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
City Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and charter amendments
The City Council will review the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body will also hold public hearings on several proposed charter amendments regarding city governance and elections.
- Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
- Proposed charter amendment to require an independent affordability and efficiency initiative before any tax rate increase
- Proposed charter amendment increasing required signatures for Council Member recall petitions from 10% to 15% of qualified voters
- Proposed charter amendments regarding the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (ICRC)
- Proposed charter amendment providing that the Council appoints and removes the City Attorney
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
July 28, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
This agenda includes items that are not related to budget.
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only
register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on
participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Public Hearings
Conduct a public hearing on proposed charter amendments …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
City Council considers calling a November 2026 bond election
The City Council will discuss directing the City Manager to prepare an ordinance for a November 2026 bond election. The body is also considering several high-value energy and infrastructure contracts and updates to public improvement districts.
- Battery storage agreement with Balcones Ridge Resiliency II, LLC up to $320,000,000
- Resolution to order a November 2026 bond election for public improvements
- Appropriation of $26,365,665 in FEMA grant funds for COVID-19 expenses
- Hotel occupancy tax funding of $13,215,260 for the Historic Preservation Acquisition Fund
- Underground utility locating services contract with Line Quest LLC up to $11,050,000
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
July 23, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
This is a draft agenda and should not be considered final. Items are subject to change, removal, or
addition without notice. Council will only take action based on the items listed on the final agenda
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any
of the items is necess …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
AHFC approves land purchase near Bolm Road
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will approve the minutes from its May meeting and authorize the acquisition of approximately 6.041 acres of land for up to $3,950,000.
- Approve minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting
- Authorize land acquisition at 4800 Bolm Road
- Purchase up to $3,950,000 from City of Austin
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THE AUSTIN HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION WILL MEET
ON THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 AT 10:30 AM, AUSTIN CITY
HALL
AUSTIN CITY HALL, 301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND
SOME BOARD MEMBERS MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA
VIDEOCONFERENCE.
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
José "Chito" Vela
Ryan Alter
Krista Laine
Mike Siegel
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
1. Approve the minutes of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors meeting for May
28, 2026. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.
2. Authorize negotiation and execution of all documents and instruments necessary or desirable for Austin
Housing Finance Corporation to acquire the approximately 6.041 acres of land located at or near 4800
Bolm Road, Austin, Texas, 78702 from the City of Austin, for an amount not to exceed $3,950,000,
including closing costs. Funding: $3,950,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Budget
of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation using 2022 General Obligation Bonds.
Adjourn
For assistance, please call 512-974-2210 or TTY users route through 711.
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request.
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
City Council to discuss Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
The City Council will meet to review the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The meeting includes a community input session to receive public comment on the proposal.
- Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
- Community input session for public comment on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
July 22, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may
only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full
instructions on participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council
Meeting Information Center: https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Conduct a community input session to receive public comment on the City of Austin Fiscal Year
2026-2027 Proposed Budget.
2.
A …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 9:00 AM
City Council Work Session
Council considers calling a November 2026 bond election
The City Council will discuss a resolution to have the City Manager prepare an ordinance for a November 2026 bond election. The session includes a briefing on a development agreement and the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. A closed session is scheduled to discuss legal issues regarding Energy Code requirements for new construction.
- Resolution to order a November 2026 bond election for public improvements
- Briefing on Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 21 for approximately 2,645 acres in the 'Dog's Head' area
- Executive session regarding City Energy Code requirements for new construction
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José "Chito" Vela
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes
Council Member José Velásquez
Council Member Ryan Alter
Council Member Krista Laine
Council Member Mike Siegel
Council Member Paige Ellis
Council Member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Council Member Marc Duchen
The City Council Work Session will convene at 9:00
AM on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Austin City Hall
Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX
and some members may be participating via
videoconference.
July 21, 2026City Council Work Session COUNCIL AGENDA
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda. In accordance with the Council rules
and procedures, Council will not discuss any item from the regular meeting agenda that has not been
identified as an item for discussion during the work session and will not vote on a work session agenda
item that is also on the regular meeting agenda.
A. Pre-Selected Agenda Items
A resolution directing the City Manager to prepare an ordinance for Council consideration to order a
November 2026 bond election, including recommended bond measures, proposition language,
categories, and amounts for public improvements. Funding: Approval of this resolution has no immediate
fiscal impact. Should City Council vote to call a 2026 bond election, fiscal impacts will be noted at that …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee
Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee to review weather preparedness and climate plans
The committee will receive briefings on summer weather preparedness, ERCOT projections, and solar incentive increases. Members will also review the implementation of the Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan to 2035 and customer care services.
- General Manager's report on Summer Weather Preparedness and ERCOT summer projections
- Update on the Electric System Resiliency Plan Dashboard
- Discussion of solar incentive increases
- Semi-Annual Update on the Resource, Generation, and Climate Protection Plan to 2035
- Briefing on Austin Energy’s Customer Care Services
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THE AUSTIN ENERGY UTILITY OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE WILL
MEET ON TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 AT 9:00 AM, AUSTIN CITY
HALL
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
José "Chito" Vela, Chair
Mike Siegel, Vice Chair
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
Krista Laine
Ryan Alter
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/council_committee_info_center
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the May 19, 2026, meeting of the Austin Energy Utility Oversight
Committee.
Briefings
2. General Manager’s Report - Summer Weather Preparedness, ERCOT summer projections, Electric
System Resiliency Plan Dashboard, and Solar incentive increases. [Stuart Reilly, General Manager -
Austin Energy]
Sponsors: Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, Coun …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Audit and Finance Committee
Committee will discuss possible 2026 bond election under the adopted framework
The Audit and Finance Committee will approve minutes from its May 20 meeting and then discuss several possible actions, including bylaw amendments for multiple advisory commissions, proposed charter changes for a November 2026 special election, and a potential 2026 bond election. Briefings on public safety mental health audit, the Auditor’s Integrity Unit, and nonprofit contract performance audits will be presented. The meeting will also identify topics for future sessions.
- Approve minutes from May 20, 2026 Audit and Finance Committee meeting
- Bylaw amendment discussion for African American Resource Advisory Commission and other boards
- Proposed City Charter amendments for a November 2026 special election
- Potential 2026 bond election under the adopted bond decision framework
- Briefings on public safety mental health audit and Auditor’s Integrity Unit investigations
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THE AUDIT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026 AT 9:30 AM,
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
Kirk Watson, Chair
Ryan Alter, Vice Chair
Vanessa Fuentes
Jose "Chito" Vela
Marc Duchen
Krista Laine (Alternate)
Special Called Meeting
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only
register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action
are available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on
participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information
Center home page, which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/council_committee_info_center
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members
of the committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three
minutes to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is
limited to five speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the May 20, 2026, meeting of the Aud …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
City Council to discuss Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
The City Council will receive a presentation and discuss the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body will also consider setting a public hearing for July 30, 2026, to receive public comment on the budget.
- Presentation of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
- Proposed public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget for July 30, 2026
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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
July 16, 2026City Council COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only
register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on
participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/meetings
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
10:00 AM – City Council Convenes
Budget and Organizational Excellence
Presentation and discussion of the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget.1.
Item(s) to Set Public Hearing(s)
Set a public hearing to receive and consider public comment on the proposed budget for the
City …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee
Committee to discuss potential Lake Austin drawdown and hydrilla management
The Climate, Water, Environment, and Parks Committee will hold briefings on three items: proposed code amendments for ACME-managed park permits, a potential Lake Austin drawdown and hydrilla management plan, and the Parks and Recreation parkland acquisition process. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda.
- Briefing on amendments to City Code for ACME permit management at parks
- Briefing on potential Lake Austin drawdown and hydrilla management
- Briefing on Austin Parks and Recreation parkland acquisition process
- Approval of minutes from May 18, 2026 meeting
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THE CLIMATE, WATER, ENVIRONMENT, AND PARKS
COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026 AT
9:30 AM, AUSTIN CITY HALL
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
Ryan Alter, Chair
Paige Ellis, Vice Chair
Mike Siegel
Marc Duchen
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only
register to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action
are available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on
participation in person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information
Center home page, which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/council/council_committee_info_center
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members
of the committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the
Texas Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three
minutes to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is
limited to five speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the May 18, 2026, meeting of the Climate, Water, Environment, and …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Housing and Planning Committee
Updates on Land Development Code and 60,000 affordable housing goal
The Housing and Planning Committee will receive briefings on four topics: a market analysis for Transfer of Development Rights on historic properties, the status and timeline of amendments to the Land Development Code (Title 25), updates to the Strategic Housing Blueprint (targeting 60,000 affordable units), and a new 'Displacement in Austin StoryMap.' No votes or public hearings are scheduled; only informational briefings and future item identification.
- Briefing on Transfer of Development Rights market analysis for historic properties
- Briefing on status and timeline of Land Development Code (Title 25) amendments
- Briefing on Strategic Housing Blueprint update and 10-year goal of 60,000 affordable housing units
- Briefing on Displacement in Austin StoryMap and displacement mitigation strategy
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THE HOUSING AND PLANNING COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 AT 1:00 PM, AUSTIN CITY HALL
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
Natasha Harper Madison, Chair
Mike Siegel, Vice-Chair
José "Chito" Vela
Paige Ellis
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/department/city-council/council/council_committee_info_center.htm
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members of the
committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas
Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the April 14, 2026, meeting of the Housin …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Public Safety Committee
Committee to hear staffing forecasts for police, fire, EMS
The committee will receive briefings on warrants for failure to appear on Class C misdemeanor charges, staffing forecasts for Austin Police, Fire, and EMS, a follow-up on the Austin Police Oversight annual report, and the emergency response to the April 23 Union-Pacific train derailment in the Seaholm District. No votes are expected on these briefing items. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.
- Approve minutes from April 6, April 29 (joint with Mobility Committee), and May 12 meetings
- Briefing on warrants issued for failure to appear on Class C misdemeanor charges and court notice rates
- Briefing on staffing forecasts for Austin Police, Fire, and ATCEMS
- Briefing on follow-up to Austin Police Oversight 2024 annual report and 2025 preliminary update
- Briefing on emergency response to Union-Pacific train car derailment in Seaholm District on April 23, 2026
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THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON MONDAY,
JUNE 1, 2026 AT 2:00 PM, AUSTIN CITY HALL
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
José Velasquez, Chair
Krista Laine, Vice Chair
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
Mike Siegel
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/department/city-council/council/council_committee_info_center.htm
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members of the
committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas
Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the Public Safety Committee Meeting of April …
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Thu May 28, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Austin Housing Finance Corporation
Board to increase rental assistance contract by $1.4 million
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will consider an amendment to the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program contract, increasing it by $1,419,448 to a total of $2,838,896. This program provides housing subsidies to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Authorize $1,419,448 increase to Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program contract with Housing Authority of the City of Austin, total not to exceed $2,838,896
- Approve minutes of May 7, 2026 meeting
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Austin Housing Finance Corporation
City of Austin
Agenda
Austin City Hall, 301 W.
Second Street, Austin, TX and
some board members may be
participating via
videoconference.
Kirk Watson
Natasha Harper-Madison
Vanessa Fuentes
José Velásquez
José "Chito" Vela
Ryan Alter
Krista Laine
Mike Siegel
Paige Ellis
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Marc Duchen
Austin City Hall10:30 AMThursday, May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026Austin Housing Finance Corporation COUNCIL AGENDA
AGENDA
The Board may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent
Approve the minutes of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors meeting for May 7,
2026. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.
1.
Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the agreement with the Housing Authority of
the City of Austin to fund and administer the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program, which provides
housing opportunities through subsidies to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, to
increase the amount of the contract by $1,419,448 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed
$2,838,896. Funding: $1,419,448 is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget of the
Austin Housing Finance Corporation contingent upon funding from the HOME Investment Partnership
Program. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
2.
Adjourn
Thu May 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Austin City Hall
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
The City Council will convene at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Austin City Hall
301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX and some
members may be participating via videoconference
May 28, 2026
City Council
COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
http://austintexas.gov/department/city-council/council/council_meeting_info_center.htm
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any
of the items is necessary unless desired by a Council Member.
9:00 AM – Proclamations
Proclamation – Buddha's Light International Day – To be presented by Council Member Krista
Laine …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM
City Council Work Session
Austin City Hall
Thu May 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM
City Council
Council to vote on $1.35B bond for Convention Center expansion
The City Council will consider a consent agenda with major financial items, including issuing up to $1.35 billion in bonds for the Convention Center expansion and up to $1 billion for wastewater treatment upgrades. Several large energy contracts for wind, battery storage, and electric supplies are also on the agenda. All items may be approved in one motion unless a council member requests separate discussion.
- Issue up to $1.35 billion in special tax revenue bonds for Convention Center expansion
- Issue up to $1 billion in water and wastewater revenue bonds for Walnut Creek treatment plant expansion
- Authorize wind power purchase agreements with Invenergy for up to $340 million over 10 years
- Authorize contracts for critical electric utility supplies and equipment up to $200 million
- Authorize battery storage agreement with OCI Energy up to $165 million over 20 years
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Austin City Hall
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City Council
City of Austin
Agenda
301 W. Second Street, Austin,
TX and some members may
be participating via
videoconference
Mayor Kirk Watson
Mayor Pro Tem José ''Chito'' Vela, District 4
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, District 1
Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, District 2
Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
Council Member Ryan Alter, District 5
Council Member Krista Laine, District 6
Council Member Mike Siegel, District 7
Council Member Paige Ellis, District 8
Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, District 9
Council Member Marc Duchen, District 10
Austin City Hall
10:00 AM
Thursday, May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
City Council
COUNCIL AGENDA
Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Meeting Information Center:
http://austintexas.gov/department/city-council/council/council_meeting_info_center.htm
The City Council may go into a closed session as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, (Chapter 551
of the Texas Government Code) regarding any item on this agenda.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any
of the items is necessary unless desired by a Council Member.
9:00 AM – Proclamations
Proclamation – Emergency Medical Services Week– To be presented by Mayor Kirk Watson
Proclamation – We Outside ATX Day – To …
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Audit and Finance Committee
Committee to consider charter amendment and bond elections for 2026
The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on calling a 2026 charter amendment election to fix inconsistencies and update City administration language. They will also discuss a potential 2026 bond election under the adopted bond decision framework. Other items include appointing members to the Municipal Civil Service Commission, proposed changes to FY2027 financial policy, and briefings on a pedestrian safety audit and FY2025 single audit report.
- Discussion on calling a 2026 charter amendment election
- Discussion on potential 2026 bond election
- Proposed changes to Fiscal Year 2027 financial policy
- Briefing on pedestrian safety audit
- Appointment of Municipal Civil Service Commission members
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THE AUDIT AND FINANCE COMMITTEE WILL MEET ON
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026 AT 9:30 AM,
301 W. SECOND STREET, AUSTIN, TX AND SOME MEMBERS
MAY BE PARTICIPATING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE
Kirk Watson, Chair
Ryan Alter, Vice Chair
Vanessa Fuentes
Jose "Chito" Vela
Marc Duchen
Krista Laine (Alternate)
Public comment will be allowed in person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register
to speak on an item once either in person or remotely. Items posted for possible action are
available for sign-up. Briefings are not open for sign-up. For full instructions on participation in
person or by telephone, please visit the Council Committee Information Center home page,
which is linked here:
https://www.austintexas.gov/department/city-council/council/council_committee_info_center.htm
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Action will only be taken by the members of the
committee, and an alternate member may only vote when a regular committee member is absent.
The committee may go into a closed session under the Open Meetings Act, Section 551.071, of the Texas
Government Code, to receive advice from legal counsel on any item on this agenda.
CALL TO ORDER
Public Communication: General
Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to
address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. This section is limited to five
speakers.
Approval of Minutes
1. Approve the minutes for the April 15, 2026, meeting o …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 82 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🏗️ Building permits & Business licenses (latest 25)
Recent records pulled from the city's own open-data portal. Beta — dates/values as published by the source.
| Issued | Address | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | 20 KEYLAND C | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Electrical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | 20 KEYLAND C | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Electrical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Building Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Mechanical Permit | |
| Wed Jul 15, 2026 | — | Plumbing Permit |
Source: Building permits · Building permits · Building permits · Building permits · Building permits · Business licenses · Building permits · Building permits · Building permits
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $230.0M | HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO. Department of Defense · BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING WESTERN CURRENCY FACILITY EXPANSION |
| $211.5M | J & J MAINTENANCE INC Department of Defense · REPAIR/RENEWAL- CONSTRUCTION |
| $175.9M | J & J MAINTENANCE INC Department of Defense · HEALTHCARE HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES, BROOKE ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, FORT SAM |
| $155.1M | PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF - FORT SILL DPW FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SERVICES |
| $149.6M | PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · 0001 PHASE IN |
| $148.5M | GSD&M LLC Department of Defense · AIR FORCE RECRUITING SERVICES (AFRS) NATIONAL MARKETING & ADVERTISING |
| $101.2M | JJLL, LLC Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF N62742-17-C-3580 PHILIPPINES OPERATIONS SUPPORT CONTRACT, |
| $85.4M | TMF HEALTH QUALITY INSTITUTE Department of Health and Human Services · QUALITY INNOVATION NETWORK/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATIONS (QIN-QIO) |
| $79.0M | SOUTHWEST KEY PROGRAMS INC Department of Health and Human Services · MIDLAND UC WRAP AROUND SERVICES |
| $78.2M | PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · FACILITY MAINTENANCE VERTICAL |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Travis County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Unemployment rate3.5% (labor force 875,469 · 2026)
Net migration-8,895 people (-$176.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)9 ({"Fire": 11, "Hurricane": 8, "Flood": 7, "Severe Storm": 4, · last Sun Jul 6, 2025)
Traffic fatalities100 (45 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments42,837 (736,608 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,949/mo (8,548 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.5% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$5.13B
Annual budget
$7.88B
Debt outstanding
625
Contracts on file
20,964
Health inspections
8,893
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$5.13B
Spending$5.11B
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$7.88B
Debt-to-revenue1.54×
Debt-load index68 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
The money — out
625 contractssource: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to. Largest contracts on file:
HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO
CMR SERVICES FOR BARBARA JORDAN TERMINAL (BJT) OPTIMIZATION
$120.6M
MWH CONSTRUCTORS INC
SOUTH AUSTIN REGIONAL WWTP TRAINS A & B IMPROVEMENTS
$116.0M
LOCKWOOD ANDREWS & NEWNAM INC
2018 CORRIDOR PROGRAM ENGINEERING SERVICES ROTATION LIST
$115.0M
CP&Y INC
2018 CORRIDOR PROGRAM ENGINEERING SERVICES ROTATION LIST
$115.0M
Accountability — traffic stops
disparitysource: Stanford Open PolicingOf the stops recorded, Black drivers were searched 3.7× more often than white drivers — and yet officers found contraband on them less often, the statistical signature of a lower search threshold applied by race. (2016)
Services & conditions
source: city open dataFood & health inspections
On record20,964
Search any establishment’s inspection history.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.