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Keeping Austin Cool, Safe During Summer Heat
City leaders provide helpful tips and guidance to being prepared and enjoying the season safely.
How to Keep Your Pet Cool in the Texas Summer
By following these tips, you can help ensure your pet enjoys a safe, happy summer.
Water Main Repair Beginning June 7, May Cause Service Disruption for Some Southwest Austin Area Residents
Austin Water’s precautionary incident response plan triggered.
Council Approves $1 Billion Enhancement and Expansion of Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
Approval makes way for advanced environmental benefits and capacity to serve growing population.
City seeks community input on Police Chief search
The survey, available in both English and Spanish, closes on June 10.
The program consists of spraying a clay material into three areas of the lake.
Black Land Matters Event on June 14 will discuss addressing & protecting heirs’ property
Recent rains warrant mosquito safety precautions
NEW: Restricted Intake Hours at Austin Animal Center
Due to critical capacity levels, intake hours will be restricted to 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
City offices closed on Monday, May 27.
Council-Approved Transit-Supportive Code Amendments to Take Effect this Summer and Fall
The Austin City Council last week approved wide-ranging land-use reforms aimed at increasing housing options.
Austin’s Office of Violence Prevention Participates in White House Violence Prevention Event
Austin’s Office of Violence Prevention, founded in 2021, has launched several violence prevention programs across the city.
This year, Austin ranked No. 9 out of 150 places.