Austin Communications and Engagement

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Austin Communications and Engagement fosters positive relationships with local and national media, and provides timely, proactive and responsive information to media inquiries; creates opportunities for the community to engage in the decision-making processes of the City of Austin; and actively promotes City projects, programs and initiatives.

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2 days ago
City of Austin Promotes 'Live Music Capital of the World' on International Stage
Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment is sending three Austin bands to the United Kingdom during the first week of June to participate in the second annual SXSW London and tour the region.
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Austin Skyline Morning
1 week ago
City of Austin Closures for Memorial Day 2026
Most City of Austin administrative offices and other municipal facilities will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
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City of Austin - Be Well Mural
2 weeks ago
City of Austin Reveals 2025 Community Survey Results
The City of Austin announced the release of the 2025 Community Survey results, providing insight into resident satisfaction with city services, quality of life and community priorities.
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1 month ago
City to Launch Revised Homeless Encampment Management Plan in May
The City of Austin is scaling up its approach for managing homeless encampments with the goal of connecting people experiencing homelessness with supportive services while restoring public spaces and amenities so they are accessible to everyone.
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1 month ago
Austin Community Court Pilot Expands Access to Court Services Through Community Partnerships
Austin Community Court recently piloted a Court Navigation Training Mini-Grant program designed to connect more individuals with court services by training case managers and outreach staff from partner organizations about court navigation processes.
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