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1 week ago

A proposed apartment demolition has some questioning Austin affordable housing program - Austin Monitor

The Density Build 90 program risks displacing current affordable housing residents in West Austin.
Residents advocate for better guarantees of income-restricted housing amidst proposed redevelopment.
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Council committee briefed on proposed LDC amendments for wastewater treatment plant expansion - Austin Monitor

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Council committee briefed on proposed LDC amendments for wastewater treatment plant expansion - Austin Monitor

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fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Tax rate election looks likely for Austin this year - Austin Monitor

Under state law, Austin can only raise its tax rate by 3.5% without voter approval, and the city plans to address this by scheduling a tax election.
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2 months ago

Council decides against historic zoning for Running Rope Ranch - Austin Monitor

Less than half of the City Council supported a historic designation for the Running Rope Ranch despite recommendations from preservation experts.
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2 months ago

Council solidifies transparency in labor talks over APA's opposition - Austin Monitor

City Council reaffirmed transparency in police contract negotiations despite police union objections.
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7 months ago

Council rejects Texas Gas Service rate hike - Austin Monitor

"If the gas company wins its proposal, it will have increased residential rates by 105 percent since 2019. Austin should not have to deal with this constant onslaught of price gouging. San Antonio's municipal gas utility only 70 miles to the south charges just half of these rates."
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