City of Austin Council Message Board

Colleagues,

I am grateful to Council Member Alter for his amendment and have incorporated the requested changes in a version 2 for this item.

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CMJV

Colleagues, I will be bringing a motion on Item 12 tomorrow to have renters be included in those eligible to apply for a short term rental license. http://assets.austintexas.gov/austincouncilforum/1D-202509253190830.pdf As I have been very clear about from the start, displacement prevention is a cor...

Good morning, Colleagues, Next week, I will be bringing forward three resolutions—Items 78, 82, and 83—that collectively aim to strengthen critical support systems for families and survivors of violence, improve housing stability, and enhance our approach to violence prevention. In the name of effic...

Thank you, Mayor, for bringing this forward. I’m proud to partner with you and the other members of our sub quorum in initiating the development of more nuanced density bonus programs that deliver on our goals as a City. Thoughtful density will lead to increased affordability, improved community ben...

Thank you for your support and co-sponsorship, Council Member Duchen.

The City of Austin offers so many great services and resources, and it’s important we find a way to showcase them to our growing city and community appropriately.

- José Velásquez

​​Colleagues, I want to thank the Mayor Pro Tem for bringing forward Item 55. As tech and AI continue to develop, becoming more a part of people’s daily lives, it is important that the City’s policies also develop. It is essential that the City begins to bridge the digital divide, engage with the co...

I want to extend my thanks to Council Member Vela and his team for their work and advocacy in looking at ways to improve the availability of affordable, family-sized units.

I look forward to fully supporting my colleague's amendment to allow single-stair buildings up to five stories.

CMJV

Thank you, Mayor. I would also like to be added as a co-sponsor.

JMAV

Good morning, colleagues.

I would like to update my earlier response with a request to be added to the Economic Opportunity Committee.

Thank you,

CMJV

Good Afternoon All!
 
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JMAV

Colleagues, We’ve seen some thoughtful amendments today from the Mayor and from Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member Alison Alter, Council Member Vela and Council Member Fuentes. I’m grateful for your ideas and the spirit of collaboration we have on this dais. I have two amendments I’d like to ...

Thank you for requesting this postponement, Council Member Vela. I agree with the need for some additional time to consider and work through these items.

- CMJV

Thank you, Council Member Alter for bringing these amendments forward. I support these changes, as I believe they not only strengthen item 72 but underscore the need for funding equitable access to parks within Austin’s urban core.

Thank you,
Council Member José Velásquez

Thank you, Chito, for your thoughtful insights and commitment to both public safety and transparency. It's essential that our public safety system functions with a high level of trust, accountability, and openness, and this agreement lays a strong foundation for that. Ensuring the public has access ...

All, I wanted to share an update regarding the amendment for Velásquez 2: Substance Use Continuum of Care. The funding amount has been revised from $316,000 to $140,000 one-time expenditure, which will support staffing and operations at drop-in centers. https://assets.austintexas.gov/austincouncilfo...

Colleagues, The District 3 office is offering the following amendments to the FY25 budget. With a focus on improving outcomes for those in our community most in need, we are proposing budget allocations to crucial front line support services. Velásquez 1: AISD Parent Support Specialists - $619,000 h...

Thank you for bringing this item, CM Qadri. I am also interested in learning more about how a public bank might work for Austin.

I would like to be added as a co-sponsor.

CMJV

Thank you for this necessary resolution, Mr. Mayor. And thank you for your leadership on this issue.
Please add me as a co-sponsor.

- CMJV

Colleagues, In response to the feedback we received from the community at April's joint hearing and at the various open houses and neighborhood meetings, it is evident that our commitment to supporting Austin's low- and moderate-income homeowners is more important than ever. As our city continues to...

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- D3 Office

Colleagues, I appreciate today’s thoughtful discussion about changes to the Land Development Code. As I indicated during our work session, I plan to offer the following motion: Item 6 - HOME Phase 2 Feasibility of an equity/anti-displacement overlay. http://assets.austintexas.gov/austincouncilforum/...

Thank you CM Vela for your detailed insight. I am also looking forward to today's discussion and hope to receive answers to the many questions I still have on the police response. It is deeply important to me that we ensure that the right to protest is protected and seek those answers given the poin...

Felicidades and welcome to our next city manager, T.C. Broadnax. I’m looking forward to the challenges, collaboration and service that provide us with nothing but opportunity to make our city a welcoming place for all. Huge propers and thanks to Sara Hensley for being a candidate and for considering...

CM Harper- Madison and CM Vela,

The Urban Cultural & Music Festival is a great event and I thank you both for leading on this item. Please put me down for $500.

José Velásquez

Colleagues, Please see attached version 2 for item 35, directing the City Manager to assess the effectiveness of the Emergency Closure/Bad Weather Pay Procedure. Additional language will direct the City Manager to provide a comprehensive report to council no later than May 30th allowing enough time ...