Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Austin public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues in budget
2026 Bond Election
The Council will approve administrative updates to polling places, schedules, and contracts for the upcoming November 3, 2026, general obligation bond, City Council, and charter amendment elections.
Social Service Contract Restructuring
The committee is reviewing the city's overall social services strategy to ensure compliance and effective policy implementation across various community issue areas.
Small Business Funding
Austin is launching new funding programs to give local entrepreneurs a financial boost and help their small businesses grow. If you run a business in town, expect some fresh resources and support coming your way soon.
FY 2026-27 Budget Deficit
The city faced a significant budget gap, leading to debates over whether to cut services, raise fees, or dip into reserves. The council ultimately chose a mix of reallocations and a tax rate increase to maintain social services.
AHFC Annual Budget Adoption
The corporation approved over $90 million in operating, grant, and capital budgets to fund local affordable housing programs and partnerships with the city.
FY 2026-27 Budget Deficit
The city faced a significant budget gap, leading to debates over whether to cut services, raise fees, or dip into reserves. The council ultimately chose a mix of reallocations and a tax rate increase to maintain social services.
AHFC Annual Budget Adoption
The corporation approved over $90 million in operating, grant, and capital budgets to fund local affordable housing programs and partnerships with the city.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Funding
Austin's City Council is throwing its support behind six affordable housing projects. This move is all about helping them snag federal cash, which could mean more affordable homes for folks in the city.
Cultural Funding
Austin's cultural funding list for 2026 is out! If you're curious about which local arts organizations snagged a piece of the pie, you'll want to see who got the green light.
Federal Funding and Legislative Updates
The committee reviewed a memo about requests for federal funding for community projects and other legislative developments. This is about securing resources for the city and staying informed on policy.
Air Taxi Regulation
Get ready, Austin! City Council is starting to talk about whether we should prepare for air taxis, like flying cars, to become a reality here. It's still early days, but they're looking into what it would take to make it happen.