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HSEM Hosts Emergency Preparedness Pop-up Event February 21
Community members can learn preparedness tips, meet emergency professionals and responders, and get emergency supplies and kits (while supplies last)
2024 City of Austin Presidents Day Closures
City offices will be closed and some services adjusted.
City of Austin Making Significant Progress in Building Pathways to Exit Homelessness
Update presented to City Council highlights partnership between Homeless Strategy Office and Housing Department to create a continuum of support.
Community Kick-off Event for Equity-Based Preservation Plan
AUS December 2023 passenger traffic and year-end numbers
City Celebrates AHFC’s First Permanent Supportive Housing Community – Espero Rutland
The new supportive housing development will provide 171 units with on-site services
Draft Equity-Based Preservation Plan Released for Community Review
The draft plan explores how historic preservation can unlock a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable future for everyone.
33 People Experiencing Homelessness Moved from High Flood Risk Area to City-Owned Shelter
The encampment has been formally declared closed, and a work zone has been designated while an extensive cleanup process is underway.
Austin HSEM has a new location for the Ready Together class on Feb. 8th.
City Council Approves Recommendations to Maintain the Austin Animal Center’s No Kill Policy While Protecting Public Safety
The recommendations are the result of an independent assessment that addressed challenges with overcrowding, safety and quality of care.