The Totescast has a surfeit of surnames and city business this week.

Up first, the somewhat surprising results from this week’s primary run-off, notably the triumph of underdog Karen Sage over Mindy Montford for the 299th judicial seat. Then it’s on to City Council, and the argument over arts funds in Austin Energy’s Holly “Good Neighbor” program. The AE hijinks continue, as we discuss Carole Keeton Strayhorn‘s latest gig leading Austinites for Action, and their dubious knocks on the utility’s role in the Climate Protection Plan. And if that wasn’t enough, we’ve got dispatches from the arbitration hearing for fired cop Chris Dunn, dismissed as “damaged goods” due to his handling of the Nathaniel Sanders II shooting. As always, Jordan Smith and Wells Dunbar are your totally awesome hosts.

This article appears in April 9 • 2010.

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