Friends of Austin Neighborhoods (FAN)
@atxfriends.org
We all live in neighborhoods. Together, let's reclaim the word "neighborhood" to include the full diversity of voices.
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Join for the launch of the Central City District Plan — a key initiative to guide the future growth, development, & vibrancy of Austin’s core.
🗓️ 11/10, 4-6:30p
📍 ACC Rio Grande Multipurpose Room (Bldg 1000), 1212 Rio Grande St.
More info: downtownaustin.org/central-city-district-plan-open-house/
🗓️ 11/10, 4-6:30p
📍 ACC Rio Grande Multipurpose Room (Bldg 1000), 1212 Rio Grande St.
More info: downtownaustin.org/central-city-district-plan-open-house/
Central City District Plan Open House
WHAT: Central City District Plan Open House WHEN: Monday, November 10, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. WHERE: ACC Rio Grande Multipurpose Room (Building 1000), 1212 Rio Grande St., Austi…
www.downtownaustin.org
October 28, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Join for the launch of the Central City District Plan — a key initiative to guide the future growth, development, & vibrancy of Austin’s core.
🗓️ 11/10, 4-6:30p
📍 ACC Rio Grande Multipurpose Room (Bldg 1000), 1212 Rio Grande St.
More info: downtownaustin.org/central-city-district-plan-open-house/
🗓️ 11/10, 4-6:30p
📍 ACC Rio Grande Multipurpose Room (Bldg 1000), 1212 Rio Grande St.
More info: downtownaustin.org/central-city-district-plan-open-house/
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Join for October's Shoal Creek Clean-Up! Volunteers will meet Sat, 10/11 outside The Independent (301 West Ave) at 8:45a, with the clean-up commencing at 9a.
The monthly collaboration with APD, the DAA, & the Downtown Austin Community Court assists with this initiative.
The monthly collaboration with APD, the DAA, & the Downtown Austin Community Court assists with this initiative.
October 7, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Join for October's Shoal Creek Clean-Up! Volunteers will meet Sat, 10/11 outside The Independent (301 West Ave) at 8:45a, with the clean-up commencing at 9a.
The monthly collaboration with APD, the DAA, & the Downtown Austin Community Court assists with this initiative.
The monthly collaboration with APD, the DAA, & the Downtown Austin Community Court assists with this initiative.
The Project Connect Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is accepting applications for new members thru Oct 15. The CAC advises the city, @capmetroatx.bsky.social, and Austin Transit Partnership on equity and how to direct $300m in displacement prevention.
www.projectconnect.com/Community-Ad...
www.projectconnect.com/Community-Ad...
Community Advisory Committee Application - Project Connect
COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATION The Project Connect Community Advisory Committee (CAC) application is now open.Empty heading The CAC includes 11 eligible community members who apply and are s...
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October 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The Project Connect Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is accepting applications for new members thru Oct 15. The CAC advises the city, @capmetroatx.bsky.social, and Austin Transit Partnership on equity and how to direct $300m in displacement prevention.
www.projectconnect.com/Community-Ad...
www.projectconnect.com/Community-Ad...
"[M]ultifamily buildings constructed since 2000 enjoy far better fire safety outcomes than other types of housing, because additional safety measures, such as self-closing doors, fire-safe materials, and sprinklers have been adopted widely."
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Modern Multifamily Buildings Provide the Most Fire Protection
A large body of research has demonstrated that apartment buildings and other types of multifamily housing can provide many benefits to a community, especially when built in high-demand areas where hou...
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October 1, 2025 at 1:18 PM
"[M]ultifamily buildings constructed since 2000 enjoy far better fire safety outcomes than other types of housing, because additional safety measures, such as self-closing doors, fire-safe materials, and sprinklers have been adopted widely."
www.pew.org/en/research-...
www.pew.org/en/research-...
Not a lot of responses, but most of the answers were correct.
September 24, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Not a lot of responses, but most of the answers were correct.
The City of Austin is seeking community input on three design alternatives for Sixth Street. Conversion to a two-way street is not among the options.
www.speakupaustin.org/sixthstreet
H/T @kutnathan.bsky.social
www.speakupaustin.org/sixthstreet
H/T @kutnathan.bsky.social
September 20, 2025 at 8:37 AM
The City of Austin is seeking community input on three design alternatives for Sixth Street. Conversion to a two-way street is not among the options.
www.speakupaustin.org/sixthstreet
H/T @kutnathan.bsky.social
www.speakupaustin.org/sixthstreet
H/T @kutnathan.bsky.social
The Bicycle Advisory Council (BAC) and Pedestrian Advisory Council (PAC) are recruiting new members through Sept. 14, with elections in October.
Apply for the PAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the BAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the PAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the BAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Application for Membership - City of Austin Pedestrian Advisory Council (PAC) 🚶🏛️🏙️
The Pedestrian Advisory Council (PAC) advises the City of Austin on planning, policy, design, funding, education and enforcement efforts regarding the creation, maintenance and operation of pedestrian...
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September 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The Bicycle Advisory Council (BAC) and Pedestrian Advisory Council (PAC) are recruiting new members through Sept. 14, with elections in October.
Apply for the PAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the BAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the PAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Apply for the BAC: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Pedestrian Advisory Council membership apps are open through Sep 14th!
The PAC advises the City of Austin and other jurisdictions on all matters relating to walking. Regular meetings occur at 6p every first Monday near ACC Highland.
More info here: www.downtownaustin.org/apply-for-th...
The PAC advises the City of Austin and other jurisdictions on all matters relating to walking. Regular meetings occur at 6p every first Monday near ACC Highland.
More info here: www.downtownaustin.org/apply-for-th...
Apply for the PAC
Pedestrian Advisory Council membership applications are open through Sept. 14th! The Pedestrian Advisory Council (PAC) advises the City of Austin and other jurisdictions on all matters relating to …
www.downtownaustin.org
August 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Pedestrian Advisory Council membership apps are open through Sep 14th!
The PAC advises the City of Austin and other jurisdictions on all matters relating to walking. Regular meetings occur at 6p every first Monday near ACC Highland.
More info here: www.downtownaustin.org/apply-for-th...
The PAC advises the City of Austin and other jurisdictions on all matters relating to walking. Regular meetings occur at 6p every first Monday near ACC Highland.
More info here: www.downtownaustin.org/apply-for-th...
"A process that empowers opponents of change while disempowering pro-change majorities makes it impossible for communities to evolve in response to real housing needs, local demand, and changing demographics." - @puzycki.bsky.social
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/the-death-...
#EndNeighborhoodVetocracy
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/the-death-...
#EndNeighborhoodVetocracy
The Death and Rebirth of Local Control
How Ending the “Tyrant’s Veto” Can Help Cities Thrive Again
www.ryanpuzycki.com
June 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
"A process that empowers opponents of change while disempowering pro-change majorities makes it impossible for communities to evolve in response to real housing needs, local demand, and changing demographics." - @puzycki.bsky.social
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/the-death-...
#EndNeighborhoodVetocracy
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/the-death-...
#EndNeighborhoodVetocracy
Do Austin's density bonus programs need "calibration"? Or are they fundamentally broken?
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/density-is...
by @puzycki.bsky.social
#atxcouncil
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/density-is...
by @puzycki.bsky.social
#atxcouncil
Density Is Not a Bonus
It's a Necessity
www.ryanpuzycki.com
June 5, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Do Austin's density bonus programs need "calibration"? Or are they fundamentally broken?
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/density-is...
by @puzycki.bsky.social
#atxcouncil
www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/density-is...
by @puzycki.bsky.social
#atxcouncil
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Come mingle with fellow downtown residents at our annual meeting!
WHAT: DANA Annual Meeting + Urban Core Happy Hour
WHEN: Sun, Feb 23 (4:30-6:30)
WHERE: The Kitchen @ 600 Guadalupe (6G tower)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-2025-...
Free for current DANA members; non-members $20.
WHAT: DANA Annual Meeting + Urban Core Happy Hour
WHEN: Sun, Feb 23 (4:30-6:30)
WHERE: The Kitchen @ 600 Guadalupe (6G tower)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-2025-...
Free for current DANA members; non-members $20.
DANA 2025 Annual Meeting and Urban Core Happy Hour
Please join us for our Happy Hour hosted and sponcored by newly opened The Kitchen, at the 6G building! Guest speakers to be announced!
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February 11, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Come mingle with fellow downtown residents at our annual meeting!
WHAT: DANA Annual Meeting + Urban Core Happy Hour
WHEN: Sun, Feb 23 (4:30-6:30)
WHERE: The Kitchen @ 600 Guadalupe (6G tower)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-2025-...
Free for current DANA members; non-members $20.
WHAT: DANA Annual Meeting + Urban Core Happy Hour
WHEN: Sun, Feb 23 (4:30-6:30)
WHERE: The Kitchen @ 600 Guadalupe (6G tower)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-2025-...
Free for current DANA members; non-members $20.
Informative thread from Nathan about the latest Austin light rail plans and details.
BREAKING: The curtain is finally lifting on Austin's long-planned light-rail system.
ATP just released a detailed report on the planned 9.8-mile route. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) will be open to comment for 60 days.
atptx.org/milestones/a...
Story coming..
ATP just released a detailed report on the planned 9.8-mile route. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) will be open to comment for 60 days.
atptx.org/milestones/a...
Story coming..
Austin Light Rail Progress Update - Austin Transit Partnership
What is the DEIS? It stands for Draft Environmental Impact Statement and it’s a report required for all federally funded infrastructure projects that outlines the potential environmental benefits and ...
atptx.org
January 11, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Informative thread from Nathan about the latest Austin light rail plans and details.
A reminder that early voting ends Friday, November 1st. Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Make a plan to vote if you haven't already!
Voting is underway in the city, county, state, and federal election. Check out these resources to prepare yourself to vote.🧵
October 31, 2024 at 4:31 PM
A reminder that early voting ends Friday, November 1st. Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Make a plan to vote if you haven't already!
The latest round of #atxcouncil campaign finance reports is in. Here are the contribution stats for the Sept. 27 to Oct. 26 period.
October 30, 2024 at 3:25 PM
The latest round of #atxcouncil campaign finance reports is in. Here are the contribution stats for the Sept. 27 to Oct. 26 period.
On the FAN Civic events calendar:
Protest Central I-35 Expansion at TxDOT Groundbreaking Ceremony
Meet at UT parking garage (1200 E MLK Jr.) by 1:45pm SHARP
Details and RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/prote...
Protest Central I-35 Expansion at TxDOT Groundbreaking Ceremony
Meet at UT parking garage (1200 E MLK Jr.) by 1:45pm SHARP
Details and RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/prote...
Protest expansion of I-35 Central at TxDOT ground breaking ceremony!
⚠️ Emergency alert ⚠️ Our lawsuit against I-35 expansion is headed to trial but... TxDOT is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony on October 30th at 2pm, to celebrate their terrible expansion.
Join us to...
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October 28, 2024 at 9:49 PM
On the FAN Civic events calendar:
Protest Central I-35 Expansion at TxDOT Groundbreaking Ceremony
Meet at UT parking garage (1200 E MLK Jr.) by 1:45pm SHARP
Details and RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/prote...
Protest Central I-35 Expansion at TxDOT Groundbreaking Ceremony
Meet at UT parking garage (1200 E MLK Jr.) by 1:45pm SHARP
Details and RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/prote...
Voting is underway in the city, county, state, and federal election. Check out these resources to prepare yourself to vote.🧵
October 22, 2024 at 3:06 PM
Voting is underway in the city, county, state, and federal election. Check out these resources to prepare yourself to vote.🧵
Based on a poll of its membership, FAN has endorsed the following 2024 city council candidates:
Mayor: Kirk Watson
D2: Vanessa Fuentes
D4: José "Chito" Vela
D6: Krista Laine
D7: Mike Siegel and Adam Powell
D10: Ashika Ganguly
Media release: www.atxfriends.org/general/medi...
Mayor: Kirk Watson
D2: Vanessa Fuentes
D4: José "Chito" Vela
D6: Krista Laine
D7: Mike Siegel and Adam Powell
D10: Ashika Ganguly
Media release: www.atxfriends.org/general/medi...
Media Release – FAN Endorses 2024 City Council Candidates (2024-10-16)
Media Release – FAN Endorses 2024 City Council Candidates (2024-10-16)
www.atxfriends.org
October 16, 2024 at 4:07 PM
Based on a poll of its membership, FAN has endorsed the following 2024 city council candidates:
Mayor: Kirk Watson
D2: Vanessa Fuentes
D4: José "Chito" Vela
D6: Krista Laine
D7: Mike Siegel and Adam Powell
D10: Ashika Ganguly
Media release: www.atxfriends.org/general/medi...
Mayor: Kirk Watson
D2: Vanessa Fuentes
D4: José "Chito" Vela
D6: Krista Laine
D7: Mike Siegel and Adam Powell
D10: Ashika Ganguly
Media release: www.atxfriends.org/general/medi...
On the FAN civic events calendar:
Register for virtual workshop #1 on additional regulations that could support Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD).
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
Register for virtual workshop #1 on additional regulations that could support Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD).
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
October 14, 2024 at 5:11 PM
On the FAN civic events calendar:
Register for virtual workshop #1 on additional regulations that could support Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD).
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
Register for virtual workshop #1 on additional regulations that could support Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD).
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
This evening on the FAN civic events calendar:
WHAT: Community Night Open House
WHEN: Oct 10, 4 - 8 pm
WHERE: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
Learn about @CapMetroATX's Transit Plan 2035, enjoy transit activities, pizza, refreshments, games.
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
WHAT: Community Night Open House
WHEN: Oct 10, 4 - 8 pm
WHERE: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
Learn about @CapMetroATX's Transit Plan 2035, enjoy transit activities, pizza, refreshments, games.
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
October 10, 2024 at 6:28 PM
This evening on the FAN civic events calendar:
WHAT: Community Night Open House
WHEN: Oct 10, 4 - 8 pm
WHERE: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
Learn about @CapMetroATX's Transit Plan 2035, enjoy transit activities, pizza, refreshments, games.
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
WHAT: Community Night Open House
WHEN: Oct 10, 4 - 8 pm
WHERE: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
Learn about @CapMetroATX's Transit Plan 2035, enjoy transit activities, pizza, refreshments, games.
calendar.google.com/calendar/eve...
Most of the city council candidates have filed their campaign finance reports for the latest period. Here are the fundraising numbers in this latest round.
October 8, 2024 at 7:51 PM
Most of the city council candidates have filed their campaign finance reports for the latest period. Here are the fundraising numbers in this latest round.
FAN is polling its membership for its preferred candidates in the upcoming city council election. Members should have received an email with a link to the poll. Go to www.atxfriends.org/join to become a member and participate in the poll.
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October 4, 2024 at 2:49 PM
FAN is polling its membership for its preferred candidates in the upcoming city council election. Members should have received an email with a link to the poll. Go to www.atxfriends.org/join to become a member and participate in the poll.
#atxcouncil
#atxcouncil
We've just released the answers to our 2024 city council candidate questionnaire. Thanks to all the candidates who participated.
www.atxfriends.org/austin-city-...
#atxcouncil
www.atxfriends.org/austin-city-...
#atxcouncil
Austin City Council Candidate Questionnaire
Friends of Austin Neighborhoods (FAN) is a coalition of neighborhood associations and residents reclaiming the word "neighborhood" to include the full diversity of voices, moving beyond neighborhood p...
www.atxfriends.org
July 29, 2024 at 6:40 PM
We've just released the answers to our 2024 city council candidate questionnaire. Thanks to all the candidates who participated.
www.atxfriends.org/austin-city-...
#atxcouncil
www.atxfriends.org/austin-city-...
#atxcouncil
Council Member Leslie Pool will moderate a forum of the district 7 #atxcouncil candidates next week.
👥 Building an Abundant Austin: District 7 Candidate Forum
📅 Thu, July 25, 2024, 6:30-8:30 pm
📍 ACC Northridge, Rm 4136 @ 11928 Stonehollow Dr.
🔗 RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/build...
👥 Building an Abundant Austin: District 7 Candidate Forum
📅 Thu, July 25, 2024, 6:30-8:30 pm
📍 ACC Northridge, Rm 4136 @ 11928 Stonehollow Dr.
🔗 RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/build...
Building an Abundant Austin: District 7 Candidate Forum
Join us on Thursday, July 25 for an opportunity to meet City Council candidates for District 7 and hear their thoughts on housing and transportation! The forum will start at 6:30pm and run until 8:...
actionnetwork.org
July 19, 2024 at 12:05 AM
Council Member Leslie Pool will moderate a forum of the district 7 #atxcouncil candidates next week.
👥 Building an Abundant Austin: District 7 Candidate Forum
📅 Thu, July 25, 2024, 6:30-8:30 pm
📍 ACC Northridge, Rm 4136 @ 11928 Stonehollow Dr.
🔗 RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/build...
👥 Building an Abundant Austin: District 7 Candidate Forum
📅 Thu, July 25, 2024, 6:30-8:30 pm
📍 ACC Northridge, Rm 4136 @ 11928 Stonehollow Dr.
🔗 RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/build...
The city has published campaign finance reports for the latest period from all the city council candidates except Monica Guzmán and Pierre Nguyen. Here are the fundraising numbers in this latest round.
July 16, 2024 at 5:59 PM
The city has published campaign finance reports for the latest period from all the city council candidates except Monica Guzmán and Pierre Nguyen. Here are the fundraising numbers in this latest round.
Thus far, the city has published campaign finance reports for the latest period from city council candidates Adam Powell, Mike Siegel, and Todd Shaw. Stay tuned for more numbers after the July 15 reporting deadline.
July 13, 2024 at 5:54 PM
Thus far, the city has published campaign finance reports for the latest period from city council candidates Adam Powell, Mike Siegel, and Todd Shaw. Stay tuned for more numbers after the July 15 reporting deadline.