Commission on Veterans Affairs
About the Commission
Serve as an advisory body to the council concerning the wellbeing of military veterans in the Austin area. The commission shall evaluate and recommend programs, policies, and practices designed to alleviate veteran's difficulties in meeting basic needs, obtaining housing, employment, and comprehensive mental health assistance; and act as a central clearinghouse for information relating to the status of veterans in the Austin community. See Section 2-1-127 of the City Code for additional duties.
- Members
- Meeting Details
- Third Wednesday of the month
- 7:00 PM
- Permitting and Development Center
- See Agenda to confirm meeting details.
- Meeting Schedule
- January 21, 2026
- February 18, 2026 - Cancelled
- March 18, 2026
- April 15, 2026
- May 20, 2026
- June 17, 2026
- July 15, 2026
- August 19, 2026
- September 16, 2026
- October 21, 2026
- November 18, 2026
- December 16, 2026
- Documents
- Contact Information
- Staff liaison: Jesus Simental, Veteran Services, jesus.simental@austintexas.gov, 512-974-7742
- Executive liaison: Shafina Khaki, Office of Equity and Inclusion, shafina.khaki@austintexas.gov, 512-974-2535