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Austin's New Governance Plan Discussed

Tuesday, June 23, 2015 Council Transition Work Group Regular Meeting
  • Public Voice Heard:

    Austin residents were able to share their perspectives on city issues during the citizen communication segment.
  • Shaping City Oversight Structure:

    The work group discussed the critical process of assigning city boards and commissions (e.g., planning, zoning, arts) to specific Council committees, which impacts how various city functions are overseen.
  • Future Policy Directions:

    Members began outlining potential topics and priorities for consideration in upcoming meetings, setting the stage for future city policy.

Full Transcript

CITY COUNCIL TRANSITION WORK GROUP June 23, 2015 at 8:00am AUSTIN CITY HALL 301 W. SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Boards and Commissions Room Mayor Steve Adler Mayor Pro Tem Kathie Tovo Council Member Ann Kitchen Council Member Gregorio Casar Council Member Leslie Pool AGENDA Citizen Communication Discussion and Possible Action 1. Approach to assigning the City boards and commissions to Council committees 2. General discussion of future items for consideration