Welcome to District 7
District 7 represents parts of North Central and North East Austin. District 7 contains much green space from of beautiful Shoal Creek and the North Star Greenbelt, and several parks like Walnut Creek and Brentwood Park, and is the proud home of Austin FC and Q2 Stadium!
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Council Member Mike Siegel
Term of Office
Jan. 6, 2025 through Jan. 6, 2029
Mike Siegel was elected in 2024 to represent Austin’s District 7. He has devoted 25 years to public service, including as a public school teacher, nonprofit leader, and civil rights lawyer. Mike’s holds a B.A. from Brandeis University and a J.D. from Cornell Law School. He spent 5 years as an Assistant City Attorney for City of Austin where he co-authored and defended City policies, including the paid sick leave ordinance for City employees.
Mike’s wife, Dr. Hindatu Mohammed, owns and operates a local veterinary clinic which cares for many of the District 7's beloved pets. Together they live in Crestview with their two children.
Spurred by his ties to the Labor Movement, Mike promises to be a strong voice for workers on the dais. Council Member Siegel serves on several committees that are central to his goals for climate action, affordable housing, and creating good "green jobs" in renewable energy for local workers.
Committees:
- Housing and Planning Committee (Vice Chair)
- Austin Energy Oversight Utilities Board (Vice Chair)
- Public Safety Committee
- Climate, Water, Environment and Parks Committee
- Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO)