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Construction Delays and Economic Uncertainty Continue to Challenge Housing Providers
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted Jun 25

However, there is confidence that conditions will improve over the medium and longer term.

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Who will become Austin's next police chief? Meet the 32 people vying for the position.
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted Jun 18

Quick Summary: After nearly a year without a permanent police chief, Austin has received applications from various top-ranking police officials...

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Reports: Austin-Round Rock 15th in US for apartment vacancies; 66% of home listings ‘stale’
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted Jun 12

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin-Round Rock Metro area is 15th in the nation for vacant apartments, according to a report from construction industry...

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Commissioners urge Council to increase public safety budgets
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted Jun 5

Quick Summary: Austin's Public Safety Commission recommends the City Council adopt a budget to support the Austin Fire Department, EMS, and Police...

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How Much Will Rent Increase if Voters Approve Austin ISD Property Tax Boost?
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted Jun 5

Quick Summary: Austin ISD has been considering a voter-approved tax rate election (VATRE) for the past two months to address the district’s...

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What Happened in the Texas Primary Runoff Election
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 31

Nail-biters in Congressional District 23, Texas House Speaker’s race; challenger unseats Seguin-based Texas House incumbent

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Memo Outlines The High Cost of Planning for Austin’s Environmental Future
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 24

Quick Summary: Budget Concerns: Austin faces a budget deficit exceeding $13 million for the 2025 budget year. Memo Overview: A recent memo from the...

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Senate hears horror stories over squatting in Texas: 'I still don't live in my house'
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 16

THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024 BY HOGAN GORE Quick Summary: Texas State Senators met following a directive from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to investigate laws...

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Hundreds show up to speak on HOME part 2, other land code changes
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 15

Quick Summary: Hundreds of speakers showed up to Thursday’s Austin City Council meeting as the body looked to make major Land Development Code...

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Austin to begin nationwide search for new police chief under city manager Broadnax
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 12

Quick Summary: Priorities of the City Manager: Finalizing a contract with the Austin Police Department (APD) & naming a new police chief....

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The Austin Police Department Shares New Five-Year Strategic Plan
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 10

Quick Summary: Interim Chief Robin J. Henderson: The plan is a clear roadmap for achieving goals and making Austin the safest city in America. Five...

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City Manager TC Broadnax highlights priorities and key issues for the City of Austin
Posted In: Article of the Week,
Date posted May 6

Quick Summary: TC Broadnax, new Austin City Manager, prioritizes hiring permanent police chief and finalizing contract with Austin Police...

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