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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Wishing a joyous Navratri to everyone celebrating across D6! As our neighbors gather for garba, dandiya, & Durga Puja, I hope these nine nights bring you light, joy, and time with loved ones. Community celebrations are happening all around Austin if you would like to participate! Shubh Navratri!

The goddess Maa Durga is in the middle iddle of the graphic with a pretty mandala surrounding her. The word Navratri is written in the middle

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

📣 Good news Yaupon Drive! After months of collaboration with neighbors along Yaupon Drive, and meetings facilitated by my office with Transportation and Public Works, I am excited to announce that plans are now in place for speed mitigation along this highly trafficked road. 1/3

Image shows and already completed portion of Yaupon Drive with a new medium in the middle and new bike lanes.

Image shows Lane delineators and bike Lanes

Image shows the first page of the plan released by transportation and public works for safety improvements along Yaupon Drive

Image shows another page of the plan for yopImage shows another page of the plan for Yaupon Drive showing where speed humps will be installed.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Join us on October 15th for a State of the District community meeting! Please register in advance so we can prepare accordingly. Link in bio. bit.ly/4iTLI37 🗓️ October 15, 2026 🕕 6:00pm - 7:30pm 📍 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78759

State of the district. Learn about what my office has accomplished and what we have on the horizon, ask questions and speak with City departments Austin Public Libraries Spicewood Springs Ranch 8637 Spicewood Springs Road Austin, Texas 78758 Thursday October 15th 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

On Monday, the Public Safety Committee received a briefing on the house explosion that occurred in District 6 in April of 2025. This briefing from Austin Emergency Management, Austin Fire Department, and Austin/Travis County EMS highlights improvements and areas still in need of improvement. 1/2

CM Laine is sitting at the dais speaking to the Director of Austin Emergency Management. The closed captioning reads, "briefing can include a lot of parts on the back because..."

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

National Night Out was a lot of fun! I always enjoy opportunities to spend time with neighbors all around the district. Thank you for hosting!

CM Laine is posing with a neighbor to take a selfie. Several dozen other neighbors are in the background having a block party.

CM Laine is posing with four other women who are dressed in Halloween outfits

CM Laine is posing for a selfie with a neighbor. Other neighbors are in the background having a block party

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

I really appreciate this acknowledgement from the Director of Austin Emergency Management, Jim Redick, but more importantly, I appreciate that he and his team are doing the work to bridge the gaps and improve emergency response in areas that border multiple jurisdictions.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We kicked off #weekwithoutdriving by carpooling down to City Hall today. In fact, I enjoy carpooling from D6 fairly often. It's one less car on the road and I have an opportunity to prepare for the day. 1/2

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I had an amazing time at the Austin Chinese Culture Festival last weekend! It was great spending time with my colleagues Council Member Duchen and Council Member Qadri and the Austin Chinese-American Network community. Thank you for hosting this annual celebration of Chinese culture and heritage.

CM Laine, Duchen, and Qadri are standing with members of ACAN. They're all smiling. In the background are at least 100 attendees.

CM Laine is standing with two girls holding stringed instruments and one girl dressed in full costume.

Members of ACAN are standing on the stage. They are dressed in very pretty dresses. One man is wearing a white suit.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On National Coffee Day, I am standing with baristas all over the country for better pay and better working conditions. I believe in workers' rights to organize, and so I will be supporting one of our many District 6 coffee places, like...

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Thank you to the Anderson Mill Limited District for inviting me to speak and share updates with the community! It is always good to be in person with you all. I enjoy staying up to date with everything that the limited district is doing. And I'm very much looking forward to the cardboard boat races!

CM Laine is speaking behind a lectern to a crowd of people seated in folding chairs. The amld board is seated at the front.

CM Laine is standing with the interim director for amld, along with four firemen.

CM Laine is speaking with a constituent.

CM Laine is speaking behind a lectern to a group of people seated in folding chairs. The amld board is seated at the front.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Please see our joint statement on the antisemitic hate crimes that occurred near the UT campus.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the antisemitic vandalism that occurred at the Callaway House near the UT campus, especially ahead of the Jewish High Holidays.

Austin is home to thousands of Jewish students and residents, and every one of them deserves to live without fear. Hate has no place in our city, and we stand with our colleagues in rejecting bigotry in all forms.

We are grateful that UT Austin Police are investigating this as a hate crime and that Callaway House has moved quickly to ensure the students’ safety.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you to Austin-Travis County EMS and our Commission on Aging for joining me to recognize Fall Prevention Awareness Day this morning. Falls are not an inevitable part of growing older. And in our community, we have a direct lifeline to protect our loved ones. 1/3

A group photo with Austin Travis County EMS the Vice Chair of the Commission on Aging, and CM Laine. One person is holding the proclamation.

Group photo with the head of the injury prevention team, the commission on Aging and CM Laine.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you to BASTA for hosting a renter's rights teach-in in District 6! 55% of D6 residents are renting their homes, so it is very important for everyone to know their rights and the many protections they have within the City of Austin.

CM Laine is standing with members of BASTA for a group photo. Everyone is smiling.

CM Laine is speaking at the front of the auditorium.

A member of BASTA is speaking at the front of the auditorium.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

As Yom Kippur comes to a close, we send our warmest wishes to our neighbors who observed this sacred day of reflection and renewal. May the year ahead bring peace, healing, and hope to you, your loved ones, and our entire community. G'mar Chatimah Tovah.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The ICE shooting that happened in North Austin today is absolutely horrific. Make no mistake, these so-called "agents" are terrorizing our cities and threatening the safety of our residents.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I really enjoyed being in community with Woman 2 Woman this week at Bouldin Creek Cafe. This organization brings City of Austin employees together from across all departments to gain leadership skills and get to know each other. I'm so grateful for these inspiring ladies!

A large group of women are seated around a long restaurant table. They're all facing the camera and smiling

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Share your input & help shape Austin's future mobility hubs. 🚌🚴‍♀️🛴🚗 Mobility hubs aim to make travel easier by combining options like bus stops, bike share, scooter parking, shade and more - all in one place. ✨ Take our quick online survey 👉 bit.ly/ATXmobilityhubsurvey

We want to hear from you. Mobility hubs. The image is a cartoon picture of a bus stop. with a bus in the background and a bench for people to sit on.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The City of Austin's Welcome Week 2026 has begun! Join us for a variety of activities, classes, and events for all ages all over town! 📅 Check out the full calendar of events and learn how you can help build a more welcoming Austin for all. Learn more at bit.ly/atxwelcomingweek2026

2026 welcoming week September 10-19. The city of Austin invites you to join us for the second annual welcoming week as we gather for a series of community events that honor the people, stories and experiences shaping our city.

September 10th welcoming week opening event September 11th Qigong meditation September 12th Austin utilities resour September 13th refugee arts crafts and food Bazaar September 14th welcoming community luncheon September 15th fiesta de La independencia de Mexico September 16th intergenerational wellness September 17th understand AI protect your kids September 18th stopping immigrant and refugee hate September 19th welcoming week closing event

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

District 6 is a majority renter district, and it is so important that you know your rights and what resources are available to you. Thank you BASTA for hosting this session for the community!

Community teach in! renters rights in Texas Saturday, September 19th 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Austin vineyard Church 13208 Morris Road Austin, Texas 78729 we will explain the eviction process, the right to repairs, tenant protections, and have resources

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate! May you have a sweet and fruitful New Year.

In the bottom right corner of the image are a couple of jars of Honey, some pomegranates, apple, and greenery. The top right corner says shanah tovah.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, we pause to remember the horrifying attacks that resulted in almost 3,000 lives lost in New York City, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania. We honor those first responders who put their lives on the line and saved so many people. I am grateful for their service. United we stand.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Have you been thinking about hosting a block party for National Night Out or Halloween? Make your event an officially recognized, safer block party! City staff will ensure that your block is closed to traffic with support from your neighbors. Apply at bit.ly/3V0wjnB.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Thank you to our amazing teams at Transportation and Public Works and Safe Routes to School for all of your hard work on this McNeil Drive shared use path. And thank you to the voters for approving past mobility bonds that make projects like this possible.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Thank you @paige-ellis.bsky.social for your leadership on e-motos. I am grateful that our community will have clarity on the differences between e-bikes and e-motos with safety at the center of the conversation.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Thank you to State Representative John Bucy III for bringing this $1 million to Springwoods Park! Now that this money has been appropriated, we can get to work. I'm excited to see what Austin Parks Department brings to the table for more improvements to this beloved D6 park.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The Lakeline Station area has seen a lot of growth around housing, some retail, and some large employers, but the pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure has not quite kept pace. 1/2

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Tune in today on ATXN Live to watch the Austin City Council discuss data centers and more. Read more: www.austinchronicle.com/news/council...

Council Begins Process of Banning Large-Scale Data Centers
CM Krista Laine agreed with the call for a ban on hyperscale data centers within city limits, suggesting Council also consider banning the not-quite-as-large centers using between 20 and 100 MW. She asked Harden if there is a plan to bring surrounding jurisdictions into the hyperscale conversation, insofar as electricity and water are ultimately shared resources that can be drained by any city or town in the area. Harden assured her the city will be talking with neighboring entities.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Tomorrow, I am bringing a resolution to declare Austin a Book Safe Harbor. For 100 years, Austin Public Library has served everyone, of all backgrounds, and will continue to do so for another hundred. Austin stands for the right to read and intellectual freedom.

CM Siegel, CM Fuentes, CM Laine, TX FReadom Fighters, and APL Director of Libraries are standing behind a table. The table has banned books on it. The tablecloth says Austin Public Library Centennial celebration

CM Laine is standing behind a lectern. She is holding a book titled "New Kid" she is speaking. The other speakers are standing behind her.

CM Fuentes is speaking behind the lectern.

CM Siegel is speaking behind the lectern. He is holding a copy of Malcolm x.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

08/27 Austin City Council will be meeting to define and regulate data centers. My position is unwavering: no hyperscale data centers should be built in Austin. I'm emphasizing the need for working with neighboring counties, cities, & utility providers to ensure protection of our shared resources.

City Council meeting highlights item 61, defining and regulating data centers. Item 70 book safe harbor resolution. Reinforcing Austin's support of the right to read. Item 72. Lakeline Station planning and economic development

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Today I met with the new Director of Economic Development and shared with him my vision of a more connected Lakeline Station that would add to the walkability of the area and could provide recreation access all the way to the Brushy Creek Trail!

CM Laine is standing with Director Cummins on the Lakeline station train platform.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

All D6 school districts are back in session! The District 6 office wishes everyone a great year with much success! 📚

Back to school. The background image shows four children running down a school hallway. They are all wearing backpacks.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

“The possibility of adding a multi-purpose community center is so exciting,” Laine told us. “It’s something that I hear about from constituents frequently. At every single public meeting that we have..."

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Yesterday, Austin City Council passed a final budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. We landed on something that will maintain social services and benefit all Austinites.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Today, I am bringing an item to create an Office of Joint Emergency Communications with the sole purpose of making emergency communications work better in all parts of the City. Thank you to @mikesiegeld7.bsky.social, CM Ryan Alter, and CM José Velásquez for co-sponsoring this item.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

📣 You ask...and we deliver! One thing I hear about from constituents is the need for a senior center, a teen recreation center, or any community space that is large enough to host events and meetings. I insisted that this year's bond include the planning stages for a rec center to serve NW Austin.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I am so grateful to my District 6 staff and to our City staff for all of the hard work in bringing this new bond proposal to council. I'm most excited for the initiation of a new recreation center in District 6 and much needed investments into St. Edwards Park. 1/2

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The Austin area is one of the top 5 cities in the U.S. for homes at risk of wildfire, and preparedness is key to protecting your home. 📍 Austin City Hall 🗓️ Wed, Aug 5 · 9 AM–3:30 PM 🎟️ Free — link in bio to register luma.com/kuxwkc79

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

District 6 faces unique challenges related to multiple county, school district, and ETJ boundaries. Creating a Joint Communications Department, whose sole purpose is improving 911 response, will help us get better data and solve big picture problems.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

It's important to know that Austin Water and Austin Energy require all new development to pay for their own infrastructure to reduce impact on current customers. As the city grows, we must do so responsibly to protect our resources and our wallets.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Many residents of District 6 remember the wastewater lift station failure that happened as a result of Winter Storm Uri. Thank you Austin Water for prioritizing our Northwest area lift stations in this year's budget.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Thank you to Council Member Mike Siegel and Council Member Ryan Alter for leading on this item. I was happy to co-sponsor! As our city grows, we must set up good guardrails to protect our resources. cbsaustin.com/news/local/a...

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Today I stood with Project SafeRide, CM Ellis, Austin Police and EMS, and members of our Parks and Rec team to officially recognize Hot Car Awareness Day. As we are currently in the middle of a heat wave, it is so important to be having this conversation. 1/2

CM Laine is standing in a group photo with Project SafeRide, holding a proclamation.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

This Saturday! Register so we can plan snacks accordingly bit.ly/3T2lyAh

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

I remain hopeful that, with my continued advocacy and your partnership, Council’s vision for a safer city with improved mobility options and more parks, libraries, and pools will include Far North and Northwest Austin in the future. 1/2

Colleagues,

I would like to start by thanking City staff across various departments, the Bond Election Advisory Task Force, and the community advocates who have worked countless hours to bring us to this week’s vote. Our staff and community members have faced the difficult challenge of creating a bond package that follows not only the framework and expectations set by Council, but also numerous strategic plans, vision plans, prioritization matrices, and dozens of community input sessions and surveys.

With that said, the concerns I have expressed throughout my term still remain. Many of the plans and frameworks that informed the district-level project recommendations were created with an incomplete representation of District 6. Citywide investments are important, but have not reliably reached my district for a number of reasons. I fully acknowledge that the fragmented nature of my district has made it challenging to identify projects that meet all the criteria for bond consideration. Many of my priorities face jurisdictional hurdles that can make projects more difficult and labor intensive to complete. Despite these challenges, I know that the neighborhoods of Far North and Northwest Austin are equally deserving of investment from our city government.

The current $390M recommendation as it stands today, with only 1.76% of potential funding outlined to go directly to my district, is not one I can support. I would welcome changes to the bond package that accurately reflect the needs of the 10% of Austin that I represent, and also culminate in tangible, timely results that reward our communities in the present and help restore trust and excitement for the future of our city. That would be a proposal that I could support bringing to the voters.

Priority projects that touch D6 and are not reflected in the $390M bond proposal include:

1. Lakeline Station Area: Active Transportation Improvements; Enhanced Parks & Urban Trails; Satellite City Services & Community Center
2. APR: Springwoods Park Improvements
3. APR: St. Edwards Greenbelt Trail & Park Improvements
4. TPW: Rutledge Spur Sidewalk Gaps
5. TPW: Canyon Creek First Responder Ingress/Egress
6. TPW: Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons - Lakeline Dr, McNeil Dr, Old Spicewood Springs/Yaupon, Old Spicewood Springs/Old Lampasas Trl
7. TPW: Investments in RRISD Safe Routes to School
8. Watershed: Flood Plain Data Modeling & Mitigation - Cow Path Rd/Angus Valley area
9. APD: Activation of Satellite Substation in Adam Sector
10. TPW: 620 SUP/Sidewalk Gap (183 thru Little Elm Trail)

I remain hopeful that, with my continued advocacy and your partnership, Council’s vision for a safer city with improved mobility options and more parks, libraries, and pools will include Far North and Northwest Austin in the future. Our work will ensure that the culture and the character of Austin is reflected in every corner of our city limits.

I look forward to our continued collaboration,

Krista

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

At this time, the way it is currently written, I cannot support a bond package on the November 2026 ballot.

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🎥 Watch live on Austintexas.gov/communications/watch-atxn-live to see the City Manager's 2026-2027 budget presentation. Or watch later at Austintexas.gov/council/meetings.

Budget presentation TuneIn today, July 16th at 10:00 a.m. to hear the Austin City managers 2026-2027 budget proposal. Watch live on atxn video will be archived on Austintexas.gov/council/meetings

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Join us on July 25th, 2026 for a presentation on the 2026-2027 City of Austin Budget by the Austin Director of Budget and Organizational Excellence. 1/2

Budget Town Hall July 25th 2026 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. presentation at 11:00 a.m. Foundation communities learning Center 13635 Rutledge spur Austin Texas 78717

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Council Member Krista Laine @cmkristalaine.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Join us on July 25th, 2026 for a presentation on the 2026-2027 City of Austin Budget by the Austin Director of Budget and Organizational Excellence. 1/2

Save the date July 25th 2026 budget meeting Foundation communities learning Center City Council District 6 Krista Laine

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