Left waiting: Rally Austin pushes for city action on four sites ID'd for redevelopment - Austin MonitorRally Austin faces delays in property control that are hindering affordable housing developments in Austin.
Siegel and Bledsoe face off for District 7 seat - Austin MonitorGary Bledsoe aims to improve housing affordability and civil rights in District 7, advocating for more comprehensive reforms.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 3.6.25 - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is addressing flooding concerns by revising drainage review processes to expedite small developments.The Council introduces measures to clarify public art program funding amid controversy over Convention Center artwork.
Left waiting: Rally Austin pushes for city action on four sites ID'd for redevelopment - Austin MonitorRally Austin faces delays in property control that are hindering affordable housing developments in Austin.
Siegel and Bledsoe face off for District 7 seat - Austin MonitorGary Bledsoe aims to improve housing affordability and civil rights in District 7, advocating for more comprehensive reforms.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 3.6.25 - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is addressing flooding concerns by revising drainage review processes to expedite small developments.The Council introduces measures to clarify public art program funding amid controversy over Convention Center artwork.
Council solidifies transparency in labor talks over APA's opposition - Austin MonitorCity Council reaffirmed transparency in police contract negotiations despite police union objections.
Proposals to address wildfire dangers face opposition - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is considering significant wildfire prevention measures amid community concern about their implications.
Austin City Council passes new police contract - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council approved a controversial $218 million contract with the police union, sparking debates on funding priorities and community safety.
Council solidifies transparency in labor talks over APA's opposition - Austin MonitorCity Council reaffirmed transparency in police contract negotiations despite police union objections.
Proposals to address wildfire dangers face opposition - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is considering significant wildfire prevention measures amid community concern about their implications.
Austin City Council passes new police contract - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council approved a controversial $218 million contract with the police union, sparking debates on funding priorities and community safety.
Council will likely delay implementing new STR rules pending legislative action - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is expected to delay changes to short-term rental regulations until after state legislative session.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 2.27.25 - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is set to discuss regulations for short-term rentals, influenced by pending Texas legislation.
Council will likely delay implementing new STR rules pending legislative action - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is expected to delay changes to short-term rental regulations until after state legislative session.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 2.27.25 - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is set to discuss regulations for short-term rentals, influenced by pending Texas legislation.
TipSheet: Austin City Council 2.13.25 - Austin MonitorAustin City Council is revising development codes to streamline approvals for smaller housing projects and update parking regulations.
Pool reflects on housing and environmental progress as she closes 10 years on Council - Austin MonitorLeslie Pool prioritized her City Council role to drive essential housing reforms in Austin post-Covid, instead of pursuing the tax assessor-collector position.
Incumbents have fundraising edge in districts 2 and 4 - Austin MonitorIncumbents Fuentes and Vela maintain significant fundraising advantages in their respective City Council races, showing strong public support.
After a close race, Bledsoe and Siegel share perspectives on runoff results - Austin MonitorMike Siegel narrowly won the District 7 council seat in Austin, emphasizing his progressive values and community mobilization efforts.
Incumbents have fundraising edge in districts 2 and 4 - Austin MonitorIncumbents Fuentes and Vela maintain significant fundraising advantages in their respective City Council races, showing strong public support.
After a close race, Bledsoe and Siegel share perspectives on runoff results - Austin MonitorMike Siegel narrowly won the District 7 council seat in Austin, emphasizing his progressive values and community mobilization efforts.
Council approves updated Water Forward, Conservation and Drought Contingency plans - Austin MonitorAustin has updated its Water Forward Plan to address water supply challenges amid population growth and climate change.
Council approves added protections for birds and trees in new construction - Austin MonitorAustin is implementing bird-friendly building standards to enhance protections for birds and their habitats, aiming to reduce bird collisions with buildings.
New zoning would allow huge building on South Congress - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council approved a zoning change to accommodate a large multifamily residential and office project in South Congress.
Revised Thornton Road rezoning gets first reading approval - Austin MonitorCity Council approved a smaller zoning change in South Austin, shifting from commercial zoning to multifamily residential amid community opposition.
New zoning would allow huge building on South Congress - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council approved a zoning change to accommodate a large multifamily residential and office project in South Congress.
Revised Thornton Road rezoning gets first reading approval - Austin MonitorCity Council approved a smaller zoning change in South Austin, shifting from commercial zoning to multifamily residential amid community opposition.
Public lines up to oppose police contract - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council faces significant public opposition to the proposed police union contract, with calls to allocate funds to community services instead.
Residents may get relief from persistent mechanical noises - Austin MonitorAustin plans to review and improve noise pollution regulations due to concerns about mechanical equipment disrupting residents' lives.
West side District 10 candidates do not agree on much - Austin MonitorThe District 10 City Council race features two candidates: Marc Duchen with extensive political experience and Ashika Ganguly with a legislative background.
Part I: District 7 Council candidates talk public safety, climate resilience, land use - Austin MonitorAustin's City Council District 7 candidates prioritize growth management, housing affordability, and sustainability amidst a competitive election.
Incumbent Fuentes has just one challenger for the Council D2 seat - Austin MonitorVanessa Fuentes has made significant legislative achievements in her first term, prioritizing living wages and environmental justice initiatives for her district.
Council rejects Texas Gas Service rate hike - Austin MonitorTexas Gas Service's revised proposal to raise fees still lacks City Council's approval, highlighting ongoing concerns about affordability for Austin residents.
Hotels nearing agreement on tax plan to provide homelessness services funding - Austin MonitorNew hotel tax expected to generate funds for homelessness servicesAgreement from local hoteliers significantly surpassed requirementsCity projects to earn over $7 million annually from the TPID tax
Chris Riley, former Austin City Council member and urbanist, dies at 60 - Austin MonitorChris Riley advocated for changes to the city code, making it easier for businesses to have street patios.
Austin cuts minimum lot size by more than a third, requiring less land to build a home - Austin MonitorMore homes, less lawn.
Austin outlaws the construction of windowless bedrooms - Austin MonitorAustin City Council passed an amendment requiring natural light in bedrooms to improve student well-being.
Austin approves additional property tax breaks for seniors and people with disabilities - Austin MonitorSeniors and disabled homeowners in Austin will benefit from an increased property tax exemption, aimed at reducing tax burdens.