Why Is Art Acevedo Back Overseeing APD?

City manager picks controversial former chief as top deputy

"...CM Vanessa Fuentes tweeted Friday, “I was surprised to learn, just..."

Jan. 19, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Council Still Hesitant to Call for Cease-Fire in Gaza

Advocates say it’s a local issue too

"...In December, Council Members Vanessa Fuentes, Zo Qadri, and José Velásquez released a joint..."

Jan. 19, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

With Six Seats Up in the Air, City Council Could Look Very Different Next Year

Ready to rumble?

"...The incumbents in D2 and D4 (Vanessa Fuentes and Chito Vela) are also running for reelection,..."

Jan. 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...A Plea for Peace: Council Members Vanessa Fuentes, Zo Qadri, and José Velásquez were joined by..."

Dec. 22, 2023 News Feature

City of Austin to Lower Child Care Costs Through Tax Break

Council acted swiftly after constitutional amendment's success

"...Alter’s resolution was co-sponsored by most of Council – Vanessa Fuentes, Jose Velásquez, Ryan Alter, Chito Vela, Leslie Pool,..."

Nov. 9, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Confused by the ACA Marketplace? Get Help Enrolling for a Health Insurance Plan.

Deadline is Dec. 15 for continuous coverage

"...City Council Member Vanessa Fuentes also spoke at the press conference, along with..."

Nov. 9, 2023 News Post by Oscar Rodriguez

Enrollment for ACA Coverage Opens Tomorrow for Texans

Local orgs can help you get and pay for health insurance

"...by Walter Moreau of Foundation Communities and Council Member Vanessa Fuentes. Kelsi Creek of Health Alliance for Austin Musicians..."

Oct. 31, 2023 News Post by Maya Wright

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...set date for construction to start, but Council Member Vanessa Fuentes said she expects robust community engagement...."

Oct. 27, 2023 News Feature

Council to Hire City Manager Search Firm

Selecting the searchers

"...Watson, Mayor Pro Tem Paige Ellis, and Council Members Vanessa Fuentes, Chito Vela, and Leslie Pool. The previous search,..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Interim City Manager Selects Police Oversight Chief Without Public Input

I dub thee director

"...Alison Alter, Zo Qadri, Chito Vela, José Velásquez, and Vanessa Fuentes co-signed a statement praising McCant as "professional, transparent,..."

Oct. 6, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

City Council Could Finally Compel City to Implement Police Oversight Law

Resolution would tell city to stop dragging feet

"...Member Zo Qadri and co-sponsored by CMs Ryan Alter, Vanessa Fuentes, and Chito Vela, could finally change that...."

Sept. 21, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

City Considers Partnership With Chip Manufacturing Giant

Council will vote Thursday on a $1 million tax deal

"...child care assistance for its employees after Council Member Vanessa Fuentes pushed for more commitment to that. NXP can..."

Sept. 20, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Landlords, Don't Skip A/C Council Member Vanessa Fuentes has an item in this week's Council agenda..."

Sept. 1, 2023 News Feature

City Council Approves $5.5 Billion Budget

Where’s the money going?

"...continue a “universal basic income” program, offered by CM Vanessa Fuentes, funding for Victims Services Counselors at the Austin..."

Aug. 17, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Final Budget Talks Weigh Police, Rent Help, Guaranteed Income

Something’s gotta budge!

"...CM Vanessa Fuentes said she will bring a $1.3 million amendment..."

Aug. 11, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Ascension Stops Nurses From Returning to Work After Strike

Negotiations over understaffing crisis stalled, nurses say

"...line yesterday along with the Texas AFL-CIO, Council Member Vanessa Fuentes, and state Rep. Gina Hinojosa – said he’s..."

June 28, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

City Manager Announces Slew of Key Department Head Changes

Some expected, some not so much

"...Paige Ellis and CMs Leslie Pool, Chito Vela, and Vanessa Fuentes to head up the committee to find a..."

June 9, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

City Workers Protest City Manager’s Mandatory Return to Office

Protesters say it will be disastrous for recruitment and retention

"...Council Members Zo Qadri, Ryan Alter, and Vanessa Fuentes were at the protest in support of the..."

June 2, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Parks Board Recommends Zilker Plan Despite Misinformation-Fueled Outrage

Stakeholders respond to 5,000-seat amphitheater concerns

"...Paige Ellis and Council Members Ryan Alter, Zo Qadri, Vanessa Fuentes, and José Velásquez issued a joint statement over..."

May 26, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

How Much of Your Rent Is Paying for Spots in a Parking Lot?

Council's ready to jettison parking minimums for future Austin developments

"...support on Council (it's sponsored by Qadri and CMs Vanessa Fuentes, Ryan Alter, Leslie Pool, and Mayor Pro Tem..."

May 5, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...over allegedly deceptive trade and displacement practices. Council Member Vanessa Fuentes spoke in support of the residents who lost..."

May 5, 2023 News Feature

As Austin Recovers From Winter Storm Mara, City Manager's Job Is (Again) on the Line

Walking on thin ice

"...to discuss Cronk's future is co-sponsored by Vela, CM Vanessa Fuentes, and Alison Alter, who has consistently criticized Cronk's..."

Feb. 10, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Oops!

"...Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO); that will be Vanessa Fuentes. The Chronicle regrets the error...."

Feb. 3, 2023 Column

Public Notice: Do You Avoid Driving I-35?

The Chamber of Commerce wants more of the same

"...with Council Members Chito Vela, Zo Qadri, José Velásquez, Vanessa Fuentes, and Ryan Alter hosting, was postponed due to..."

Feb. 3, 2023 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Public Notice: Putting the Pieces in Place

Council members sorting out their staffs, priorities

"...D9's Zo Qadri is bringing in Sara Barge from Vanessa Fuentes' office, Natalie Deller from Leslie Pool's office, and..."

Jan. 20, 2023 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...pointed out this week. Two years ago, Council Member Vanessa Fuentes got a seat on the committee (which includes..."

Jan. 6, 2023 News Feature

John Anderson's Top 10 Photos of 2022

"...Congress Mobile Home Park residents listen to Council Member Vanessa Fuentes during a vigil for fellow resident Greg Hopkins..."

Dec. 15, 2022 Photo Gallery

Public Notice: The Ghosts of Austin’s Future

Two different City Councils; four different land use results

"...with Republican Mackenzie Kelly joining the neighborhood side and Vanessa Fuentes as yet untested on major code issues, but..."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Students With Disabilities Get a Chance to Work for the City

The city of Austin and Austin ISD partner to employ hundreds of students with disabilities across four city departments this fall

"...co-sponsored by Mayor Pro Tem Alison Alter and CMs Vanessa Fuentes and Chito Vela...."

Sept. 16, 2022 News Feature by Madi Donham

Quesoff Judges Announced, Tickets Now Available

Annual event dares to ask: How much cheese is too much cheese?

"...Tacos, Rosa de Lima H of La Santa Barbacha, Vanessa Fuentes of the Austin City Council, and Matthew Odam..."

Aug. 9, 2022 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

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