Welcome to District 9
District 9 includes many of Central Austin’s most vibrant and historic neighborhoods, from Downtown and the Rainey Street Historic District to Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, and Mueller. The district is home to major cultural, educational, and economic centers, including the University of Texas at Austin, the Texas State Capitol, and Austin’s central business district. With a mix of historic neighborhoods, growing residential areas, and some of the city’s most active commercial corridors, District 9 reflects the dynamic character of Austin.
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Council Member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri
Term of Office
Jan. 6, 2023 through Jan. 6, 2027
Zohaib “Zo” Qadri was elected to represent District 9 on the Austin City Council in 2022. He proudly represents a diverse group of Central Austin neighborhoods, including Downtown, Rainey Street, Old West Austin, West Campus, Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Mueller, Cherrywood, and more. Zo attended the University of Texas at Austin and later earned a Master of Public Administration from Texas State University and a graduate degree in Global Affairs from Rice University.
As a Council Member, Zo is focused on addressing Austin’s housing affordability crisis, expanding a safe and equitable transit system, strengthening public safety, and ensuring Austin remains a city where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. During his time on Council, he has championed efforts to increase housing supply in Central Austin, supported reforms to the University Neighborhood Overlay to expand housing options near UT, and helped launch the Sip Safely program to prevent drink tampering in Austin’s nightlife districts. He has also supported investments that strengthen emergency response capabilities and improve public safety.
In addition to his policy work, Zo currently serves as Chair of the Economic Opportunity Committee and Vice Chair of the Mobility Committee. He also serves on the Public Health Committee, Public Safety Committee, and the Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee. He represents the City of Austin on several regional boards and organizations, including the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, Visit Austin, the Travis County Hate Crimes Task Force, the Pecan Street Project, and the CapMetro Board.
Zo is committed to making local government more accessible and responsive to the people it serves. His office works closely with neighborhood associations, small businesses, students, and community organizations across District 9, and strives to be a resource for residents navigating city services and engaging in Austin’s civic life.
Zo lives in Central Austin with his wife, Wafa, their son, and their cat, Daisy Mae.