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Research on Council Member Ryan Alter, The Developer, Results in a Surprise Ending — And Deep Thoughts With Vanessa
Who knew that Council Member Ryan Alter was a developer, and then what happened; on the eve of the Council’s scheduled vote on HOME
California Transplant High-Tech Billionaires and Leslie Pool’s HOME Initiative
California transplant high-tech billionaires are getting involved in Austin politics, including Leslie Pool’s HOME initiative
Hearings Underway On Pool’s HOME Initiative — National Historical Perspective — And, Will Austin’s Legendary Peace Maker Return?
October 26 hearing on Leslie Pool’s fast moving HOME initiative, national and historical factors beyond Austin that affect housing prices, and is there is anyone with the talent and inclination to broker a compromise. Who could that be?
Passing of Flo Inspires Classic Austin Response, But Barton Springs Eternal
Marking the passing of Flo, the iconic pecan tree on the hillside at Barton Springs, and the classic Austin response her passing generated
Watson Delivers on Notice – Plus Homeless Strategy Update – 911 Makes Hiring Advances
Updates on Kirk Watson and notification of property owners regarding LDC proposals plus updates on homeless and 911 call center issues
Watson Walks the Wire
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, a skilled political professional, proposes “robust” notice to homeowners on LDC changes, but still leaves us wondering where’s he headed..
True Stories
Early Voting for Texas Primary Runoff Starts Monday, Austin Remains in Stage 4 Risk Level
Early voting set to start in delayed Texas runoff election
True Stories: Virtual Standoff on Second Street – City Manager Rejects Calls to Fire Police Chief Manley – Activists and Council Members Press for Reallocation of $100 Million from Police Budget
Austin City Council considers $100 million cut in police budget and axing of 100 proposed police officer positions, as part of local Defund the Polilce initiative.
True Stories – D.C. Mayor Trumps Trump – APD “Less Lethal” Rounds Still Inflict Serious Injuries
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser trumps Trump. “Less lethal” rounds in Austin still pretty lethal. Chief Manley apologizes but serious injuries remain.
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