City Council District 6: Flannigan Faulted for Progressive Politics

Challengers run to incumbent’s right on homelessness, police spending

"...in the race to represent residents in Northwest Austin's District 6 are running to his right on the issues..."

Oct. 9, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Nov. 6 Elections: The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

"...races concerning Austin Commun­ity College, the Austin Independent School District, and the Barton Springs Edwards Aqui­fer Conser­vation District. Find..."

Oct. 19, 2012 News Feature

Healthcare District Budget, New Clinic Get Green Light

County commissioners sign off on building new Braker Lane clinic, despite neighborhood opposition

"...new facility as part of the Travis County Healthcare District's budget for the upcoming year...."

Sept. 19, 2008 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

Can Austin Get Its Arms Around ESDs?

Austin Fire Department and ESD 6 negotiating possible merger

"...taxation – start to expect more urban infrastructure and services, they find themselves having to play by city rules...."

Jan. 20, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...we suggest our readers consider voting no on all 16 proposed amendments. Most would not be missed. However, for..."

Oct. 26, 2007 News Feature

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...we suggest our readers consider voting no on all 16 proposed amendments. Most would not be missed. However, for..."

Oct. 19, 2007 News Feature

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...we suggest our readers consider voting no on all 16 proposed amendments. Most would not be missed. However, for..."

Nov. 2, 2007 News Feature

Disannex or Not?

Don Zimmerman hosts forum on disannexation for River Place

"...campaign promise to aid certain River Place Municipal Utility District (MUD) residents in their quest to avoid annexation by..."

April 7, 2016 News Post by Nina Hernandez

Mental Health Care Meltdown

The mental health care system for Austin and Travis County is increasingly overwhelmed, with no relief in sight.

"...jolted East Austin. According to the APD, on Sept. 6 Chidalu Amobi, 23, entered a house on Clayton Lane..."

Dec. 20, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Election Info

Dates, voting locations, and ballots

"...their precinct. For a list of precinct locations, see www.co.travis.tx.us/county_clerk/election/20061107/polls.asp, or call 854-9473...."

Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature

Election Time Again! Council Sets Propositions for May 1 Ballot

Local propositions to include strong mayor proposal and a reinstatement of the public camping ban

"...That's seven ballot items. Council also voted 6-5 to spin off an element of APR's strong-mayor plan..."

Feb. 12, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Contract Talks Getting Hot at AFD

Firefighters association president accuses city of bad faith bargaining

"...the AFA's second session with the city on July 6...."

July 21, 2017 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Council Recap: Too Late to Turn Back Time

New taxes for lakeside homes, operators for Butler Pitch and Putt

"...not pay any city taxes, despite receiving some city services...."

June 21, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

Local Representatives Check In, Bring Food to Neighbors in Williamson County

Bucy, Flannigan team up to serve HD 136

"...from COVID-19, seniors face additional barriers to receiving essential services and sources of support, including food access and community..."

April 3, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

May Elections: Twice the Fun

Double election strains Travis County resources

"...day for a whole series of city and school district elections in smaller municipalities, either partially or completely contained..."

May 9, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Road to 10-1 ... Is Getting Crowded [Updated May 12]

As May money season opens, candidates blossom

"...mix, and another 50 or more gathering around the district campfires...."

May 2, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

Breakdown

Travis County's mental health system is cracking under growing patient load

"...Hospital; his older brother, Michael, drove him to Psychiatric Emergency Services, a facility on the eastern edge of Downtown..."

June 4, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Life Support

The complicated system that is the Austin-Travis Co. EMS is nationally recognized for saving lives. As Austin continues to grow, can the system save itself?

"...Seconds before, the 68-year-old was riding his bicycle – and was, at the..."

Aug. 16, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Something Short of Miraculous

Months in the making, the city's plan to maintain reproductive services at Brack still raises questions.

"...the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services to prohibit Catholic-operated hospitals like Seton from allowing emergency..."

Jan. 11, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Austin City Election

Endorsements for mayor and Council

"...then among the candidates for his or her particular district representative, who may number as few as four or..."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Challengers Hit Speed Bumps in Run-Off Council Races

Almost at the finish line

"...City Council run-off elections begins today, Dec. 3, and District 6 Council Member Jimmy Flannigan has framed his contest..."

Dec. 4, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

City Council Clashes Over 2017 Budget

Competing ideas on how to spend $969 million

"...Fund budget – this year projected to be about $969 million, and funded primarily from property taxes, sales taxes,..."

Aug. 19, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week "Guinness is the drink that..."

March 17, 2006 News Feature

Homestead Exemption Puts Sobriety Center at Risk

City Council will weigh the cost of sobriety

"...drunkest cities on more than one occasion. The entertainment district, the Drag, the University of Texas, Sixth Street, and..."

July 22, 2016 News Feature by Annamarya Scaccia

Ten Districts, Many Visions

Welcome to Austin

"...District 6: Welcome to Austin D6 Ballot OrderJames "Jimmy" Flannigan..."

Oct. 3, 2014 News Feature by Amy Kamp

Postmarks

Preserve Town Lake

"...the Bloch cancer survivors' memorial ["Council Blocks Bloch," Vol. 16, No. 11] got the facts correct, but did not..."

Nov. 22, 1996 Column

Full Ballot Language With Extended Endorsements

"...wondering, since the Texas Constitution was first enacted in 1876, voters have approved 410 amendments. That's averaging a little..."

Sept. 12, 2003 News Feature

Full Ballot Language With Extended Endorsements

"...wondering, since the Texas Constitution was first enacted in 1876, voters have approved 410 amendments. That's averaging a little..."

Sept. 5, 2003 News Feature

Full Ballot Language With Extended Endorsements

State Constitutional Election, Sept. 13, 2003

"...wondering, since the Texas Constitution was first enacted in 1876, voters have approved 410 amendments. That's averaging a little..."

Aug. 29, 2003 News Feature

Council Preview: Marriott Pays Up

Thursday ends fee dispute, broods contact teams, and welcomes torment

"...to the backup, Council approval will accept “White Lodging Services Corp.’s payment of the total development fees owed,” since..."

Sept. 29, 2015 News Post by Michael King

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