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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 11/09/2026

🎟️ September Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 12, 8:45 am - 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. DANA partners with APD, DAA, Downtown Austin Community Court, Shoal Creek Conservancy, and Austin Resource Recovery in this important initiative. Details: www.downtownaustin.org/september-sh...

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September Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ September Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, September 12, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, September 12, 2026 outside …

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 15/08/2026

We're happy to maximize the downtown neighborhood's contribution to this goal.

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Council Member Zo Qadri @cmzoqadri.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Have thoughts on Austin’s proposed budget? Community input is an important part of the budget process. Upcoming public hearings and speaker registration information are available here: services.austintexas.gov/edims/docume...

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 16/07/2026

Downtown residents live in District 9. The chart below includes fundraising stats for the District 9 #atxcouncil candidates.

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M. Nolan Gray 🥑 @mnolangray.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Charging new housing developments a giant fee to fund the production of a small number of income-restricted units is the housing policy equivalent of responding to a hangover with a shot of vodka. www.seattletimes.com/business/rea...

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Seattle walks back plan to lower fees funding affordable housing

Days before a deal to lower developer fees that fund affordable housing was expected to be released to the public, City Hall is backing away from the idea.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 05/07/2026

🎟️ July Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, July 11, 8:45 am - 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. DANA partners with APD, DAA, Downtown Austin Community Court, Shoal Creek Conservancy, and Austin Resource Recovery in this important initiative. Details: www.downtownaustin.org/july-shoal-c...

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July Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ July Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, July 11, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, July 11, 2026 outside The Independent…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 13/06/2026

Great turnout of volunteers at the Shoal Creek Clean-Up this morning.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 10/06/2026

Join your neighbors for the June Shoal Creek Clean-Up, a monthly collaboration with APD, DAA, and the Downtown Austin Community Court. 🎟️ June Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, June 13, 8:45 am - 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. More at www.downtownaustin.org/june-shoal-c....

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June Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ June Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, June 13, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, June 13, 2026 outside The Independent…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 28/05/2026

Mueller Neighborhood Association (MNA) recently sent a letter regarding density bonus programs, joining us in calling out their fundamental flaws and for capturing property tax revenue from by-right upzoning: drive.google.com/file/d/1Cdvd... #atxcouncil

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MNA Density Housing Bonus Letter (2026-05-18).pdf

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 19/05/2026

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (May 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, May 21, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom • Fire Marshal Carrie Stewart on scheduling after-hours fire system inspections • Austin Energy’s Bill Sparks on the downtown power network Details & RSVP: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (May 2026)

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (May 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, May 21, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and down…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 17/05/2026

DANA recently provided feedback on the city's proposed updates to the Downtown Density Bonus Program (DDBP). We urge city officials to consider our recommendations, and we reiterate our call for restructuring the program to address its fundamental flaws. www.downtownaustin.org/dana-letter-...

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DANA Letter – C20-2024-018 DDBP Updates (2026-05-14)

May 14, 2026 Honorable City Council, Commissioners, and Staff: The Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) recommends several improvements to the C20-2024-018 phase 1 Downtown Density Bonus…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 08/05/2026

Join your neighbors for the May Shoal Creek Clean-Up, a monthly collaboration with APD, DAA, and the Downtown Austin Community Court. 🎟️ May Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 8:45 am - 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. More at www.downtownaustin.org/may-shoal-cr...

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May Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ May Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, May 9, 2026 outside The Independent (301…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 12/04/2026

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (April 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, April 16, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom The April DAA safety forum will include updates from APD’s Commander Chaudoir, and a presentation by Carrie Fidler with the 3-1-1 call center. www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (April 2026)

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (April 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, April 16, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and …

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 09/04/2026

Join your neighbors for the April Shoal Creek Clean-Up, a monthly collaboration with APD, DAA, and the Downtown Austin Community Court. 🎟️ April Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, April 11, 8:45 am - 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. More at www.downtownaustin.org/april-shoal-....

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April Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ April Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, April 11, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, April 11, 2026 outside The Independ…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 16/03/2026

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (March 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, March 19, 8:30 - 9:30 am 📍Online via Zoom Join DAA, APD officials, and downtown stakeholders to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures. Link and RSVP at www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (March 2026)

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (March 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, March 19, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and …

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 14/03/2026

DANA proudly supports Montserrat Garibay for the Texas House District 49 runoff election coming up this May! Montserrat is committed to priorities that align with our vision of a more affordable, walkable and vibrant downtown for all.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 01/03/2026

UPDATE: The DANA Annual Meeting for this evening is canceled due to the extraordinary circumstances of the mass shooting that took place early this morning. We extend our condolences to the victims & their families & we appreciate the quick response from law enforcement/emergency medical personnel.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 21/02/2026

🎟️DANA 2026 Annual Meeting 🗓️March 1, 6 - 7:30 pm 📍Hanover Brazos Street @ 215 Brazos St. 💰Free to DANA members + their guests, others $10 🗹 BBQ and Veggies 🗹 View of the sunset 🗹 Council Member @cmzoqadri.bsky.social 🗹 Downtown policy panel RSVP: luma.com/pxra3qio

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DANA 2026 Annual Meeting · Luma

Elevate Your Perspective at DANA's 2026 Annual Meeting On Sunday, March 1st, the Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) invites you to a bird's-eye…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 16/02/2026

Join us at our 2026 Annual Meeting at the Hanover Brazos rooftop on Sun, 3/1 from 6-7:30p! Enjoy BBQ and sunset views while discussing the future of downtown with special guest @zoforaustin.bsky.social and local advocates. Free for members/their guests & $10 for others. RSVP: luma.com/pxra3qio

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DANA 2026 Annual Meeting · Luma

Elevate Your Perspective at DANA's 2026 Annual Meeting On Sunday, March 1st, the Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) invites you to a bird's-eye…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 12/02/2026

February Shoal Creek Clean-Up Volunteers will meet Saturday, February 14, 2026 outside The Independent (301 West Ave. at 8:45 am, with the clean-up commencing at 9 am. While the efforts of the growing group of volunteers is paying off, trash tends to accumulate unless we stay vigilant!

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February Shoal Creek Clean-Up

🎟️ January Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 14, 8:45 am – 10 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, February 14, 2026 outside The Inde…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 11/01/2026

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and downtown stakeholders for a virtual monthly forum to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures, and more on Thursday, Jan. 15, 8:30–9:30a. Link and more info: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (Jan. 2026)

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (Jan. 2026) 🗓️ Thursday, Jan. 15, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and do…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 06/01/2026

DANA is seeking nominations for our 2026 board of directors & volunteer committees. Want to make an impact & improve Austin's quality of life downtown? Want to keep the neighborhood social, knowledgeable, & influential? Nominate yourself or another downtown resident: forms.gle/haEHU8LmgTVe... 🧵

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DANA Board of Directors Nominations (2026)

The Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) envisions downtown Austin as the most welcoming neighborhood in the city, where residents, workers, and visitors of all socio-economic backgrounds c...

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 10/12/2025

December Shoal Creek Clean-Up: Volunteers will meet Sat, 12/13 outside The Independent at 8:45a with the clean-up commencing at 9a. The efforts of the group of volunteers is paying off as the creek throughout the downtown neighborhood is looking cleaner & better. More info: www.downtownaustin.org

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 26/11/2025

District 9 Council Member Zo Qadri is hosting a 2025 Year in Review Community Meeting this coming Mon, 12/1, at 6pm at Austin Energy Headquarters - RSVP here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... More info on our website: downtownaustin.org/2025-year-in...

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 19/11/2025

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum 🗓️ Thursday, Nov. 20, 8:30 – 9:30 am Join Downtown Austin Alliance and APD officials, and downtown stakeholders for the November virtual forum to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures, and more. Details and RSVP: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (Nov. 2025)

🎟️ Downtown Safety Forum (Nov. 2025) 🗓️ Thursday, Nov. 20, 8:30 – 9:30 am 📍 Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, and do…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 08/11/2025

November Shoal Creek Clean-Up 🗓️ Sat., Nov. 8, 8:45 am 📍 The Independent @ 301 West Ave. The efforts of the growing group of volunteers is paying off, as the creek is looking cleaner and better. Let’s stay vigilant! www.downtownaustin.org/november-sho...

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November Shoal Creek Clean-Up

WHAT: November Shoal Creek Clean-Up WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 8:45 am WHERE: The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, November 8, 2025 outside The Independent (30…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 28/10/2025

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/

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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…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 15/10/2025

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, APD officials, & downtown stakeholders for the virtual monthly Downtown Safety Forum to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures, & more. RSVP for the Zoom meeting on Thurs, 10/16 at 8:30-9:30a here: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (Oct. 2025)

WHAT: Downtown Safety Forum (Oct. 2025) WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 16, 8:30 – 9:30 am WHERE: Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department offici…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 14/10/2025

Congress has a new design plan! The city, in partnership with the DAA, is hosting an open house on Tues, 10/14 (6-8p) at 506 Congress Ave to present the plans. Staff will be on hand to answer questions & provide additional details. More details: www.downtownaustin.org/congress-ave...

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Congress Avenue Open House

WHAT: Congress Avenue Urban Design Open House WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6-8 p.m. WHERE: 506 Congress Ave. Congress Avenue has a new design plan! The City, in partnership with the Downt…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 11/10/2025

Great turnout for the monthly Shoal Creek clean-up this beautiful Saturday morning.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 07/10/2025

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.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 03/10/2025

To honorable City Council, Commissioners, & Staff: DANA opposes height limits and other exclusionary zoning downtown, and we specifically oppose the base height limit proposed in the C20-2025-010 Central Business District (CBD) amendments. 🧵

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 17/09/2025

Join the DAA, APD officials, and other stakeholders to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures, and more. WHAT: Downtown Safety Forum WHEN: Thu, 9/18, 8:30-9:30 am WHERE: Online via Zoom Details & RSVP: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (Sept. 2025)

WHAT: Downtown Safety Forum (Sept. 2025) WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 18, 8:30 – 9:30 am WHERE: Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, …

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 07/09/2025

Join in for September's volunteer Shoal Creek clean-up session! WHEN: Saturday, Sep 13 (8:45-9a) WHERE: outside The Independent (301 West Ave) The monthly collaboration continues with APD, DAA, & the Downtown Austin Community Court. www.downtownaustin.org/september-20...

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September Shoal Creek Clean-Up

WHAT: September Shoal Creek Clean-Up WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 13, 8:45 am WHERE: The Independent @ 301 West Ave. Volunteers will meet Saturday, September 13, 2025 outside The Independen…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 20/08/2025

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, & downtown stakeholders for a virtual monthly forum to discuss downtown safety updates, crime data, road closures, & more. Feel free to join the Zoom call on Thurs, 8/21 at 8:30-9:30a: www.downtownaustin.org/downtown-saf...

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Downtown Safety Forum (Aug. 2025)

WHAT: Downtown Safety Forum (Aug. 2025) WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 21, 8:30 – 9:30 am WHERE: Online via Zoom Join the Downtown Austin Alliance, Austin Police Department officials, an…

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 18/08/2025

Come out to DANA's End of Summer Urban Core Happy Hour this Sun, Aug 24 at The Stay Put (73 Rainey St.) from 4-7pm! Our guest speaker will be Davon Barbour, CEO of @DowntownATXInfo! Entry comes with 2 free drink tickets & appetizers. More info and RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-end-o...

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 14/08/2025

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...

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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 …

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 08/08/2025

Join in for August's volunteer Shoal Creek clean-up session! WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 9 (8:45-9am) WHERE: outside The Independent (301 West Ave) The monthly collaboration continues with APD, the Downtown Austin Alliance, and the Downtown Austin Community Court. t.co/ZrDY9a0cJR

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 08/08/2025

You're invited to the Great Streets Update Open House! WHEN: Wed, Aug 13 (12-2p) WHERE: Austin Central Library @ 710 W Cesar Chavez The Planning Department’s Urban Design team invites you to learn about and weigh in on the Great Streets Plan Update. t.co/NGYXrjlgTp 🧵

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 10/06/2025

Councilmember @cmzoqadri.bsky.social is hosting a town hall with State Senator Sarah Eckhardt this Sat, June 14 at 2pm at Austin City Hall. They'll be taking questions submitted both online & in-person across a variety of topics – District 9 residents can attend and submit a question. RSVP ⬇️

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RSVP: City to Senate Town Hall with Council Member Zo Qadri and Senator Sarah Eckhardt

Saturday, June 14, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Austin City Hall 301 W 2nd St Please RSVP with your name, email, and question below.

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 05/06/2025

Density bonus programs are fundamentally broken. The city should explore alternatives and not just modify or "calibrate" them. www.ryanpuzycki.com/p/density-is... by @puzycki.bsky.social

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Density Is Not a Bonus

It's a Necessity

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 29/05/2025

Message from Council Member Zo Qadri: "My D9 office & city crews are prepared to help respond to tonight's severe storm. Please stay safe during ongoing storms this week & use these resources to report outages, flooding, & get real-time updates from our district newsletter" — bit.ly/zod9newsletter

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 20/05/2025

Save the Date for DANA's Summer Urban Core Happy Hour on Sunday, June 8 from 4-6:30p at Remedy Bar (at the 360 tower)! RSVP and more info here: www.eventbrite.com/e/dana-summe...

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DANA Summer Urban Core Happy Hour

Please join us for our Happy Hour hosted and sponsored by Remedy Bar, Guest speaker to be announced closer to event date

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 11/02/2025

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.

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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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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 21/01/2025

Honorable City Council, Commissioners, and Staff: DANA supports single-stair reform as part of the city’s local amendments to the International Building Code. We oppose regulations that limit the feasibility of single-stair buildings up to 85 feet or up to seven stories. 🧵

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Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association @downtownaustin.org · 14/01/2025

Join Austin Transit Partnerhip's at a public meeting about Austin Light Rail progress to provide feedback to ATP staff! Options: Thurs, 1/16: 4:30-7:30p @ Lively Middle School Wed, 1/22: 4:30-7:30p @ Baker Center Sat, 1/25: 2:30-5:30p @ Montopolis Rec Center Tues, 1/28: 1-4p @ Texas Union

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