During its meeting, the Austin City Council will consider new short-term rental regulations amid uncertainty from the Texas Legislature. Mayor Watson advocates delaying these changes while discussions on Hotel Occupancy Tax collection and allocation of over $32 million in Preservation Fund grants are on the agenda. A significant resolution from Council Member Ryan Alter aims to enhance transparency in public safety contract negotiations. The meeting will also address updates to various building codes, marking a day focused on regulatory cleanup and development discussions in the city.
Today, the Austin City Council's agenda indicates a relatively shorter meeting, though new regulations for short-term rentals are expected to be a key discussion point.
Mayor Kirk Watson has raised concerns about moving forward with any changes to the city's regulations without knowing the impact of pending Texas Legislature actions.
In addition to short-term rentals, the Council plans to discuss a significant allocation of over $32 million in Preservation Fund grants today.
A resolution proposed by Council Member Ryan Alter aims for public transparency in safety contract negotiations, mandating they be publicly recorded and the exchanged documents be made public.
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