City could step in to aid, revive Blues on the Green summer concert series - Austin Monitor
Austin City Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison plans to present a resolution to provide financial assistance and co-sponsorship for the Blues on the Green concert series.
The resolution aims to keep the concerts free, ensure diversity of performers, and observe the city's scale of $200 per performer.
The city may also provide support for other public events of a similar nature based on feedback from relevant city commissions. [ more ]
Busy Council day includes a call for cease-fire in Gaza - Austin Monitor
Austin City Council will hear from a coalition calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Palestinian conflict.
The Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission approved a resolution supporting a permanent cease-fire and addressing against antisemitism and Islamophobia. [ more ]
Austin throws $2.6 million more into project converting hotel into housing for elderly people without homes - Austin Monitor
Austin City Council has allocated an additional $2.6 million for renovations to convert a North Austin hotel into housing for elderly and disabled people experiencing homelessness.
The Pecan Gardens project has faced setbacks, including vandalism and a legal challenge, but the city is determined to provide permanent supportive housing for those in need. [ more ]