City of Austin Council Message Board

Thank you, Mayor Watson, for sharing this public update. I am looking forward to working with our next City Manager, T.C. Broadnax, as we approach the challenges and opportunities our City presents. I would like to thank Sara Hensley for joining us for this lengthy and enlightening interview process...

Colleagues, I appreciate Council Member Ryan Alter’s proposed ordinance (Item 61) on our upcoming agenda that would keep in place the current APD pay and benefits should the current contract lapse. In order to encourage both the City and the Austin Police Association to continue working towards a pe...

Colleagues, Thank you for bringing forward this important discussion. Even though it’s been less than a month since I took the oath of office, I recognize that one of Council’s most important responsibilities is ensuring the highest level of transparency and accountability in the management of our c...

All, I have spoken with CM Vela and he has agreed to come on the Public Health Committee and I will be rolling off this committee. Currently, I am serving on four committees and think it best that CM Vela, who is soon to be appointed to the Sobering Board, to be part of the Public Health Committee. ...

I appreciate Councilmember Vela for bringing this item forward. The one year extension is what I believe is best for all sides. It not only gives Austinites the opportunity to have their voices heard during a vote in May but also gives our officers stability and transparency as we work towards a con...

Colleagues, I would like to serve on the following Committees: Mobility Committee Public Safety Committee Housing and Planning Committee I would also like to serve on the following intergovernmental committees: Pecan Street Project Visit Austin Hate Crimes Task Force Sobering Center: I am currently ...