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Updates from City Leaders: Town Hall Meeting

Everything you need to know for this Wednesday's town hall meeting, including resources provided by Mayor Steve Adler, Council Member Ann Kitchen, and the Homeless Strategy Office to get up to speed on Austin's public order ordinances before the discussion.

Town Hall on Ordinances & Homelessness with City Leaders on August 21

Join us for a town hall meeting to discuss the recent changes to Austin's public order ordinances and the city's plan to move forward with solutions for individuals experiencing homelessness. And get up to speed with these resources before the August 21 town hall meeting.

Join our Team! We’re Hiring a Vice President, Marketing & Communication

We're seeking an innovative and experienced professional to join our team as the Vice President of Marketing & Communication to take our marketing, communication and research efforts to the next level.

City of Austin Advises Minimal Exposure to Lady Bird Lake

The City of Austin is advising that people and animals not drink water or expose themselves for extended periods of time to Lady Bird Lake water until further notice.

Are You a Business Owner Downtown? Sign up to be an APD Safe Place!

Actively work with APD to initiate Safe Place, a unique partnership with the business community that serves a critical role in assisting the victims of hate/bias crime, in our community.

Capital Metro Gears Up for Back to School with Service Changes

Capital Metro is kicking off the school year with service improvements! The majority of the following service changes will take effect on Sunday, August 22.

Two-Way Street Conversion on 16th Street

On August 21 and 22, 16th St. between San Antonio St. and Colorado St. will undergo conversion from one, to two-way traffic patterns. There will be rolling lane closures with at least one open lane on each side.

Ballet Austin’s Come Dance!

Ballet Austin's annual Come Dance! celebration offers free dance classes designed for all levels. Classes include Ballet, Bollywood, Cardio Dance, Cardio Hip Hop, Contemporary Dance, Flamenco, Hip Hop, Hawaiian Dance, Jazz Funk, Jazz Fusion, Tap, and more!

Austin Restaurant Weeks Begin this Thursday!

Enjoy special priced food and drinks from over 100 of Austin's best restaurants starting this Thursday! Find out which downtown restaurants are participating, and support the Central Texas Food Bank when you order.

Austin Restaurant Weeks Benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank Starts August 15

Austin Restaurant Weeks is back beginning on August 15 and runs through September 2! The Central Texas Food Bank's annual fundraiser offers prix fixe meals and drinks from over 100 of Austin’s best restaurants, bars, and breweries.

Celebrate Austin Pride Downtown this Week

Austin's Pride celebration kicks off this week with a great lineup of diverse events including the annual Pride parade on Saturday, August 10.

New Red Bus-Only Lanes on Guadalupe & Lavaca Streets

As part of the 2016 Mobility Bond improvements and the Guadalupe Corridor Plan, Austin Transportation crews have completed adding a red bus-only lane and associated multimodal improvements to Guadalupe and Lavaca streets.

Be Part of the Solution with Leadership Austin’s Beyond Diversity Training

The Downtown Austin Alliance is honored to have the opportunity to participate in Beyond Diversity Training as we work together toward a more equitable community. All of our employees are completing training this summer. We encourage other businesses and organizations to join us!

Thank you, Austin for celebrating our city at Austin’s Birthday Bash!

On Saturday,  August 3, Austinites gathered at Republic Square to celebrate Austin's birthday at the second annual Austin's Birthday Bash. There was something for everyone to enjoy – live music, great local food and treats, and fun activities for the whole family.

Town Hall on Ordinances & Homelessness with City Leaders on August 21

FAQs about the Recent Ordinance Changes

Full Audio: Community Forum on Ordinance Changes

Hear a full audio recording of last night's community forum on the recent ordinance changes featuring a panel with APD, the City of Austin, and the Downtown Alliance.

Four Nights of Free Live Music in the Red River Cultural District

Hot Summer Nights returns to the Red River Cultural District beginning July 25!

Adopt a Duck for the Sixth Annual Austin Duck Derby

Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BCGAA) for the Sixth Annual Austin Duck Derby, a truly unique Austin event including a family-friendly festival and rubber duck race!

7 Things You Need to Know About the Micromobility Regulations Now in Effect

Check out this helpful guide to new micromobility rules from the Austin Transportation Department!

Learn More and Share Your Ideas at Upcoming Project Connect Workshops

Capital Metro is asking people to help improve transportation in the region by sharing their ideas about different parts of the Project Connect system vision. Learn about, review and provide feedback on how the Orange Line transit corridor should operate, including the transitways and potential station types and locations.

Mark Your Calendar: Downtown Safety Forum July 23

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance with the Austin Police Department for a community forum to discuss safety-related topics in downtown Austin, specifically focused on the recent ordinance changes.

Spend Cool Summer Nights at the Bullock Museum

Ditch the heat with a visit to the Bullock Museum for free evenings celebrating culture, community and Texas history. Cool Summer Nights lets you discover museum content at your own pace in a relaxed, social environment.

You’re Invited! Second Annual Austin’s Birthday Bash at Republic Square

The Downtown Austin Alliance proudly presents the second annual Austin's Birthday Bash at Republic Square on August 3. Join us for a free celebration of the city we love with live music, great food, and fun activities for all ages. 

Celebrate the 4th of July Downtown