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!
Category Archives: DAA Directives
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.!
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.
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.
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.
A Statement from President and CEO De Peart
Read a statement from our president and CEO De Peart in response to City Council’s decision on Items 184 and 185.
Call To Action: Public Order Ordinances
Austin is facing a homelessness crisis. We understand this growing challenge firsthand. Our organization remains committed to working towards solutions that improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness while maintaining a safe and welcoming downtown.
Republic Square’s Blackbird Receives Public Art Award
The Blackbird sculpture in Republic Square by local artists, Joseph and Holly Kincannon has been nationally recognized as part of the Americans for the Arts 2019 Public Art Network (PAN) Year in Review!
New Board Members Announced & Annual Report Released at Annual Meeting
At our 2019 annual meeting last week, our president and CEO Dewitt Peart shared an overview of major accomplishments and updates from the 2018-19 fiscal year including progress on the Downtown Vision. Guests also heard brief presentations and remarks from Mayor Steve Adler and Capital Metro CEO Randy Clarke on Project Connect.
Downtown Austin Alliance welcomes Salt & Time Café to Republic Square
The Downtown Austin Alliance, along with Ben Runkle, founder of the nationally recognized local butcher shop and salumeria Salt & Time, have partnered to bring Salt & Time Café to Republic Square. The highly anticipated café is expected to open in late summer or early fall after interior build-out.