Renters deserve safe, dignified housing and clear info about their rights.
Join me tomorrow for a community teach-in on renters’ rights in Texas.
6–7:30 PM
UT Austin, CMA 5.136
Hope to see you there.
One lot in Windsor Park turns from one unit to two units (multi-generational now!).
This is the figurative infill density that was laying on the ground until housing leaders like @zoforaustin.bsky.social @kristaforaustin.bsky.social @paige-ellis.bsky.social stepped in. #atxurbanists
Anti-Muslim rhetoric from people in power does not stay online – it fuels fear, threats, & real danger in our communities.
This is about more than politics, it's about whether we allow fear to define who belongs in our state.
Grateful to talk to @annalissroy.bsky.social at @washingtonpost.com
I’m excited to support @poojaintexas.bsky.social (HD47) and Samantha Lopez-Resendz (HD50)! Can’t wait to see them both at the Texas House fighting for our communities. Join me for a special evening in their support!
secure.actblue.com/donate/pooja...
Honored to have joined Starbucks workers here in Austin as they filed for their union election.
The right to organize is essential to workers everywhere.
I will continue to stand with workers at the picket line, the bargaining table, and especially at city hall.
Last week, Council passed parking decoupling, giving people more flexibility and helping lower the cost of housing over time. Looking forward to seeing how this shapes affordability in Austin. Watch here to learn more.
Grateful to have @jamestalarico.bsky.social support behind my re-election campaign!
James and I have worked together on solutions for Texas; lowering costs, strengthening public education, and helping people afford to stay in the communities they love.
Join us: zoforaustin.com
Busy day at City Hall. From supporting academic research, to advancing housing affordability, to showing up for Austin’s music community. Grateful to keep the work moving on issues that matter to our city.
Happy Easter from the District 9 office to all who celebrate. Wishing you a joyful day with loved ones.
As many gather with family and community this week, wishing everyone observing Passover a meaningful and peaceful holiday. Chag sameach.
I’ve heard your concerns, and I’m taking action. This is about accessibility, clarity, and meeting people where they are. Here is my official statement.
Honored to present the Distinguished Service Award to Ken Zarifis at the Education Austin public meeting. Grateful for his decades of leadership and unwavering commitment to Austin’s students, educators, and public schools.
Packed house
'Mueller Votes' organizing event this evening. A lotta energy coming out of the primary and this weekend. A lotta folks motivated to help organize for a better future.
Was good to see @zoforaustin.bsky.social out as well, supporting our neighborhood/city/state/country.
Proud to pass parking decoupling this week, building on years of work including former CM Chris Riley’s leadership. By separating the cost of parking from rent, we’re giving Austinites more choice and making housing more affordable.
Major props to Council Members @zoforaustin.bsky.social, @kristaforaustin.bsky.social, @paige-ellis.bsky.social, and Natasha Harper-Madison for sponsoring these items. They all passed with supermajority support!
In addition, council approved an rezoning to turn this dry cleaners into 435 homes, including 41 3 bedroom units!
The new building will fund new sidewalks and bike lanes on all sides and will contribute more than $3.3 million to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. It's right next to UT campus.
BIG urbanist wins !!!
Today, Austin City Council voted for resolutions to:
- Unbundle the cost of parking from rent
- Explore parking maximums near transit
- Create new "missing middle" zoning districts to allow more density in neighborhoods
- Legalize small-scale neighborhood commercial uses
Honored to recognize Parking Reform Month in Austin.
From eliminating parking mandates to building a more affordable, people-centered city, this progress reflects years of coalition building and community advocacy. Grateful to those who led before us and those who will carry this work forward.
Council Member Qadri speaking to the audience
@zoforaustin.bsky.social @cmzoqadri.bsky.social mentioning the importance of parking reform.
More than 400+ Austinites showed up last night to kickoff my re-election campaign.
That’s what momentum looks like.
This campaign has always been about showing up for one anointher— and for the kind of Austin we know is possible.
Join the movement: zoforaustin.com
Grateful to join Preservation Austin to celebrate the grand opening of their headquarters at the historic McFarland-McBee House. As Austin grows, preserving the places that tell our story helps keep our city’s history and culture alive for generations to come.
Grateful to SXSW for the opportunity to join the “No Perfect Plans, Just Progress: Austin’s Housing Miracle” panel. Proud to share how Austin is making real, meaningful progress on housing. Full recap here: mailchi.mp/austintexas/...
The Trump Admin is sending ICE agents to airports to “help” with TSA staffing shortages caused by the partial gov shutdown.
Let’s be clear: ICE will only make this situation far worse by sowing fear, terrorizing families, and making travel less safe.
www.usatoday.com/story/travel...
Have you RSVPed yet?
I’m kicking off my re-election campaign tomorrow at 6PM at Stubb’s BBQ — and I’d love to see you there!
Join me, Wendy Davis, Vanessa Fuentes, Lloyd Doggett + local musicians.
🎟️ Free tickets! (Welcomed donation)
RSVP → secure.actblue.com/donate/zo-ki...
Travis County democrats are ready for November!
Had a great time at the @traviscountydems.bsky.social convention today rallying with hundreds of volunteers and activists, getting organized to take back Texas.
Let's do this.
