Council highlights for May 8
Council seeks to educate Austin about the dangers of tobacco use and prevent underage drinking. more...

City Manager selects new Chief of Staff
Anthony Snipes will oversee the City Manager's staff as well as Neighborhood Housing and Community Development; Human Resources; the Communications and Public Information Office; Agenda Office; and Government Relations. more...

GO Bond Housing Program meeting
City hosts a public hearing at its May 13 Community Development Commission meeting to provide Austin an opportunity to weigh in on the General Obligation Bond Housing Program. more...

Certification 101 Workshop
The Small & Minority Business Resources Department hosts workshop on 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 14, 2008, Waller Creek Building, 625 East 10th St. more...

Mandatory watering schedule begins May 1
Odd-numbered addressed water only on Wednesdays and Saturdays; even-numbered addresses water only on Thursdays and Sundays. Do not water between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. more...

Neighborhoods can take the habitat challenge
The City of Austin challenges neighborhoods to certify the most number of yards within their boundaries as wildlife habitats; three top neighborhoods will be awarded prizes. more...

Take the Waller Creek District Vision survey
Residents can share about the future of the Waller Creek District, including both the public and private property along the downtown creek. Deadline is May 31. more...

Vacancy on Austin Arts Commission subcommittee
A visual art professional from an environmental design field is needed to serve on the Art in Public Places Panel; application deadline is May 9, 2008. more...