News & Stories
Join us at our Future of Downtown Parks Lunch Featuring Celebrated Planner
Hear from one of the nation's leading urban thinkers and planners, NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver, on how we can ensure we are creating welcoming, equitable and inclusive places for our whole community to enjoy.
Read More⟶City Releases Draft of New Land Development Code: Learn more and get involved!
The City of Austin has released the first draft of a new land development code and revised zoning maps.
Read More⟶Join Movability and Apply to be a Best Workplace for Commuters–it’s a win-win!
Applications are now open for the Best Workplace for Commuters 2020!
Read More⟶Our Austin Story Project Recognized by Preservation Austin
We are honored to share that the Downtown Austin Alliance has been awarded a special recognition for education for Our Austin Story as a part of the 2019 Preservation Merit Awards.
Read More⟶Projects Working Towards Homelessness Solutions
Learn more about two current projects that are helping individuals and families in our community who are experiencing homelessness and find out how you can get involved.
Read More⟶Community Leaders and Advocates Gathered to Launch Transit for Austin
Yesterday, community members, business leaders, and advocates gathered at the Austin Central Library for the launch of Transit for Austin, a new coalition in support of comprehensive, rapid transit system for Austin.
Read More⟶Proposed Amendments to Public Order Ordinances
We have been working closely with the Mayor and City Council on amendments to the public order ordinances that will be discussed during a special meeting of City Council on Wednesday, September 18. We submitted the following letter to Mayor Adler and City Council this morning with our recommendations for adjustments to the ordinances.
Read More⟶Do You Know About Our Downtown Safety Services?
Our mission at the Downtown Austin Alliance is to create, preserve and enhance the value and vitality of downtown Austin – That’s why our Downtown Ambassadors provide safety escort services between the hours of 6 AM – 11 PM every day of the week!
Read More⟶Mobility & Transportation News
Take a survey on the Austin Trails Pilot Program, check out this new resource for sustainable transportation options in Austin, and don't forget about the temporary road closures and bike lane shift along 4th St.!
Read More⟶Waller Creek Conservancy is Now Waterloo Greenway
Waller Creek Conservancy is now Waterloo Greenway! The organization recently revealed its new name, brand identity, and new website at a festive celebration at Symphony Square.
Read More⟶Republic Square Awarded Grant from the Central Park Conservancy
We're thrilled to announce that the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation was chosen by the Central Park Conservancy Institute for Urban Parks to participate in its first-ever Partnerships Lab! This program leverages the resources and expertise of the Central Park Conservancy that will help Republic Square create and maintain a great public space.
Read More⟶Press Release: Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation announces pledge to help open shelter for women, children and families
The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation pledged its financial support for the Rathgeber Center—a new, temporary emergency shelter for women with children, as well as families.
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