News from February 2024
Austin considers city petition process changes
By Austin Journal | Feb 26, 2024
The City of Austin Charter Commission, appointed by the City Council, is advancing a proposal to increase the signature requirements for voter-initiated ordinances and council recalls. The Save Our Springs Alliance warns that if voters approve this measure in November 2024, it would curtail the existing rights of direct democracy in Austin.
City of Austin City Council met Feb. 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 23, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Thursday, Feb. 1
City of Austin City Council met Jan. 30
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 23, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 30
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet Feb. 29
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 23, 2024
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 29
City of Austin City Council will meet Feb. 29
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 23, 2024
City of Austin City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 29
City of Austin Housing and Planning Committee met Feb. 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 23, 2024
City of Austin Housing and Planning Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 20
Austin Chamber recognizes Austin community members at 146th annual meeting
By Austin Journal | Feb 20, 2024
The Austin Chamber of Commerce recently held its 146th annual meeting at the JW Marriott on Feb. 13. The event served as a platform to acknowledge the 2023 Austinite of the Year and honor its volunteers of the year.
Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce announces 2024 board members
By Austin Journal | Feb 19, 2024
The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled its 2024 board members and expressed appreciation for the contributions of outgoing members. The organization plays a pivotal role as the main resource for the LGBTQ+ and allied business community in Austin.
SSOE Group announces opening of Austin office
By Austin Journal | Feb 19, 2024
SSOE Group, an internationally recognized architecture and engineering firm with a focus on semiconductor, electric vehicle, and battery manufacturing, has announced the grand opening of its new office in Austin. The office is located at 1701 Directors Boulevard and was inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Salvation Army Austin: ‘Children at The Rathgeber Center had a blast at this month’s cooking class’
By Austin Journal | Feb 19, 2024
The Salvation Army's Austin Area Command recently launched its inaugural cooking class at The Rathgeber Center. The classes, facilitated by Central Texas Food Bank, are set to be a monthly occurrence at the two shelter locations of The Salvation Army in Austin.
Austin's Trail Conservancy CEO: ‘We believe art has the power to connect people to their environment in meaningful ways’
By Austin Journal | Feb 19, 2024
The Trail Conservancy, in collaboration with the City of Austin Economic Development Department's Art in Public Places Program (AIPP), has announced the artists selected for this year's TEMPO on the Trail initiative. Hanna Cofer, interim CEO of The Trail Conservancy, states that this public art program can foster community building in Austin through art.
City of Austin Mobility Committee met Jan. 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 16, 2024
City of Austin Mobility Committee met Thursday, Jan. 25
City of Austin Mobility Committee will meet Feb. 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 16, 2024
City of Austin Mobility Committee will meet at 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 22
Devil’s Details Boutique owner: ‘Being a female owned business is a rewarding experience’
By Austin Journal | Feb 13, 2024
Devil’s Details Boutique, a vintage jewelry store located in south Austin, was rebranded and remodeled from Bloomers and Frocks at the beginning of 2024. In an interview with the Austin Journal, Rebekka Adams, the owner of Devil’s Details Boutique, shared insights about the rebranding process, her passion for vintage jewelry, and her experiences as a female entrepreneur in Austin.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Reports Record-Breaking Year in 2023
By Austin Journal | Feb 12, 2024
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) had another successful year in 2023, breaking its own record for the second consecutive year. With over 22 million total passengers served, AUS surpassed the previous year's record by more than one million passengers. December 2023 was also the busiest December on record for the airport, with 1,802,593 passengers flying during the month.The continued growth of the Austin and Central Texas populations has led to increased demand for air travel. AUS has been working closely with airline partners to offer new nonstop destinations....
Community Kick-off Event for Equity-Based Preservation Plan
By Austin Journal | Feb 12, 2024
The City of Austin is hosting a community kickoff event for the Equity-Based Preservation Plan on Tuesday, February 13th. The event will take place at the historic Huston-Tillotson University and will feature various community leaders who will give lightning talks on topics such as Austin's rich history, cultural heritage, displacement prevention, sustainability, and the importance of historic preservation.Among the speakers at the event are Linda Y. Jackson from Huston-Tillotson University, Ben Heimsath from the Historic Landmark Commission, Robbie Anderson from the...
NSF Selects TACC Supercomputers for National AI Research Resource Pilot
By Austin Journal | Feb 12, 2024
The Texas Advanced Computing Center's (TACC) supercomputers have been chosen by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to participate in a pilot program aimed at supporting AI research and education at a national scale. The pilot, called the National AI Research Resource (NAIRR) pilot, is a step towards the development of a research infrastructure that will provide access to critical resources for AI discovery and innovation."We welcome new AI users into TACC and are thrilled to make these resources available as part of NAIRR to spur innovation, increase the diversity...
City of Austin Seeks Community Input on the Next City Manager
By Austin Journal | Feb 9, 2024
AUSTIN, Texas - The City of Austin has begun its search for the next City Manager, and they are reaching out to the community for valuable input. The City Manager is appointed by and reports to the Austin City Council, and the council members want community involvement in the selection process.To gather feedback, residents of Austin are invited to participate in a short, three-question survey. The survey is available in both English and Spanish and will be open until Friday, February 16th. The aim of the survey is to allow the public to share their preferences and...
Traffic Fatality in the 700 block of W Howard Lane
By Austin Journal | Feb 9, 2024
On February 1, 2024, a tragic traffic accident occurred in the 700 block of W. Howard Lane, resulting in the death of Jesse Duer. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), Duer, a white male born on December 4, 1984, was involved in a collision with a pickup truck at approximately 7:06 a.m. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is fully cooperating with the investigation. It has been determined that the driver was not impaired at the time of the incident.Jesse Duer was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he fought for his life for several...
City of Austin City Council met Jan. 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 9, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Thursday, Jan. 18