Jul 28, 2026Board meeting
Austin City Council Budget Meeting
The City Council meeting focused on the presentation and discussion of the fiscal year 2026-2027 proposed budget and held public hearings on various proposed charter amendments. Testimony included concerns regarding social service funding, workforce development programs, police budget allocations, and community violence intervention initiatives. Discussion on charter amendments covered the structure of the independent citizens redistricting commission, recall thresholds for council members, fundraising regulations for campaign debt, and the potential creation of an independent ethics commission.