Council Member José Velásquez @joseforatx
Austin City Council Member José Velásquez, District 3. linktr.ee/joseforatx Joined January 2023-
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📝 The #ATXCouncil meets Thursday, May 2. Check out some of the items coming to the dais this week and read the full agenda here: bit.ly/3WmZQqq
Thank you to airport staff for the tour! ✈️ With record-setting & busy days ahead, our airport is evolving. Some projects include: 🏗️ the West Gate Expansion 🛄 an updated baggage handling system to meet demands of 30M annual passengers ✅ new TSA lanes austintexas.gov/airport
My statement on the UT campus protest.
#TBThurs #Circa2014 The kids at the Annual Velásquez Fish Fry on Holly Street
By a happy accident it was “Kemp Street/Montopolis” day for my coffee chats today. I appreciate that neighbors take the time to meet with me about how we can collaborate on the greater good. Happy Saturday. Affordability. Accessibility. Action. #D3CommUNITY #AustinTexas
📢 Austin #SmallBusinessWeek is coming up! Starting April 29-May 3, @AustinEconDev is offering 15 free classes to help you start, grow, or expand your business. 👀 Check out the schedule of classes & reserve your seat today: bit.ly/4ckqjKy
Today Council Members Kelly and Velásquez sponsored a Proclamation honoring our local tele-communicators. So proud of all public safety call takers and dispatchers who work together to serve our community.
The MACC presents La Mujer: A Celebration of Women—an event celebrating women/women-identifying individuals. Wellness resources, workshops, artisan market & more! 4/21, 1-6 p.m. Cathedral Art Gallery Event is free. Some activations require registration. AustinTexas.gov/MACCLaMujer
📝 The #ATXCouncil meets Thursday, April 18. Check out some of the items coming to the dais this week and read the full agenda here: bit.ly/3UiEHMB
Council will vote on the next phase of the HOME initiative on 5/16. To further gather community input, the City will hold two open houses this week. April 17 (In Person) 6–8 p.m. Austin Central Library April 20 (Virtual) 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Learn more: publicinput.com/r6817
It's National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! Earlier in the year, I visited our Combined Transportation, Emergency & Communications Center & was left in awe at the multi-agency operation working to keep us safe. Thank you to our dispatchers for your service & dedication.
Mil gracias for the invaluable insight & knowledge shared by @americangateway in Spanish. Grateful for the enlightening learning opportunity on SB 4, graciously hosted by @joseforatx & @VanessaForATX .
Mil gracias for the invaluable insight & knowledge shared by @americangateway in Spanish. Grateful for the enlightening learning opportunity on SB 4, graciously hosted by @joseforatx & @VanessaForATX .
I am very proud of our Council Members for engaging Austinites about constitutional rights and opportunities to safeguard our community at-large. Thank you, @joseforatx + @VanessaForATX + @amergateways 👏🏽
I am very proud of our Council Members for engaging Austinites about constitutional rights and opportunities to safeguard our community at-large. Thank you, @joseforatx + @VanessaForATX + @amergateways 👏🏽
Chatting about neighborhood/district issues with some of the guardians of Montopolis. Thank you Susana & Pedro for joining me for coffee today. Affordability. Accessibility. Action. #D3CommUNITY #AustinTexas #District3 #CityOfAustin #ATX #Austin
Join policymakers, practitioners, advocates, and community members for a two-day conference to share ideas and discuss current fair housing issues. 📆 April 16-17 📍 Norris Conference Center Register by April 15 & learn more: SpeakUpAustin.org/FairHousingCon…
Last night, we hosted a Know Your Rights info session & gained new knowledge that left us better prepared to keep our communities safe. Thank you @amergateways for taking us through the info & answering our questions. Helpful resources 👉 bit.ly/3VQKQAR
Know Your Rights info session happening tomorrow evening.
Know Your Rights info session happening tomorrow evening.
Starting today until approximately Friday, May 9, construction work will cause traffic changes with lane closures at S. Lamar Blvd. and W. Oltorf St. 🚧 A dedicated pathway will be provided through the construction zone for pedestrian and bicycle access.
Investing in our youth is essential. Had the privilege of meeting w/ the Young Men's Service League to chat about city gov & held a mock council meeting where 2 groups were pro/anti a 4-day school week, & a third group served as mayor & council. Believe it or not—the anti’s won.
Car Show & STEAM Fest & Coffee Chat, oh my! Just another amazing day in District 3. Enjoy your sábado. Affordability. Accessibility. Action. #D3CommUNITY #AustinTexas #District3 #CityOfAustin #ATX #Austin
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Zohaib “Zo” Qadri @zoforaustin
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Katie Canales @KatieCanales1
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Justin Parker @justiniparker
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🎉🚐 1 MILLION PICKUP RIDES! 🎉🚐 Ready to get the scoop on #CapMetro Pickup? Buckle up and stick with us through this thread! We're breaking down everything you need to know, from the basics to why you'll love it. Ready? Let's roll. @Austin_Common (1/5)
#TBThurs #Circa2014 The kids at the Annual Velásquez Fish Fry on Holly Street
Meet with City staff at an open house this Wednesday to learn about proposed changes to the City’s Land Development Code that will make our city more walkable, transit-supportive, + environmentally friendly. 🏘 📆 April 17, 6pm 📍 Austin Central Library 👉 SpeakUpAustin.org/f5610
This week on the dais! We'll be looking at the following items: 🪟 a public hearing on our windowless bedroom resolution 🌃 a Passive Building Pilot 📝 planning & development in zipcode 78702 🏫 University Neighborhood Overlay amendments
Our telecommunicators are our ‘first first responders’! ☎️ 🏆 Thank you for honoring our call takers + dispatchers, @MK6ATX @joseforatx!
Today Council Members Kelly and Velásquez sponsored a Proclamation honoring our local tele-communicators. So proud of all public safety call takers and dispatchers who work together to serve our community.
Mil gracias for the invaluable insight & knowledge shared by @americangateway in Spanish. Grateful for the enlightening learning opportunity on SB 4, graciously hosted by @joseforatx & @VanessaForATX .
Last night, we hosted a Know Your Rights info session & gained new knowledge that left us better prepared to keep our communities safe. Thank you @amergateways for taking us through the info & answering our questions. Helpful resources 👉 bit.ly/3VQKQAR
I am very proud of our Council Members for engaging Austinites about constitutional rights and opportunities to safeguard our community at-large. Thank you, @joseforatx + @VanessaForATX + @amergateways 👏🏽
Last night, we hosted a Know Your Rights info session & gained new knowledge that left us better prepared to keep our communities safe. Thank you @amergateways for taking us through the info & answering our questions. Helpful resources 👉 bit.ly/3VQKQAR
Thank you @PPGreaterTX for inviting me to speak at tonight’s training on reproductive rights and local government! I’m very proud of the work I’ve done on abortion rights in Austin. It’s exciting to have the chance to speak about it 🤍
Bueno saber Mi Gente Bonita! Oportunidad de aprendizaje gratuita hoy! Good to know! Free learning opportunity today! @AustinISD @AustinAABE @UnitedWayATX @FamAsPartners @AustinPTA
The D3 & D2 offices are partnering with @amergateways for a Know Your Rights info session. Learn more about SB 4 & how you can prepare & protect yourself & our communities. 📅 April 10, 2024 | 6 p.m. 📍 Montopolis Rec Center, 1200 Montopolis Dr.
Know Your Rights info session happening tomorrow evening.
The D3 & D2 offices are partnering with @amergateways for a Know Your Rights info session. Learn more about SB 4 & how you can prepare & protect yourself & our communities. 📅 April 10, 2024 | 6 p.m. 📍 Montopolis Rec Center, 1200 Montopolis Dr.
Happening this Wednesday! / ¡Este miercoles! #KnowYourRights #SB4
The D3 & D2 offices are partnering with @amergateways for a Know Your Rights info session. Learn more about SB 4 & how you can prepare & protect yourself & our communities. 📅 April 10, 2024 | 6 p.m. 📍 Montopolis Rec Center, 1200 Montopolis Dr.
Started this morning in East Austin with these guys at Lady Bird Lake for Congressman Casar’s Press Conference announcing the $4 Million federal investment for the Wishbone Pedestrian and Bike Bridge!
Thank you @PaigeForAustin for sponsoring this item! Seemingly small changes like this add up to meaningful progress toward our citywide mode share goals and will absolutely make biking around town safer me and my family! @RyanAlter @joseforatx
CMs Ellis, Harper-Madison, Qadri also support Ellis's amendment launching code changes to target parking/blockages in bike lanes, which they point to as a major safety and mobility concern
Great as always to hear from you, Councilmember! Thank you for speaking and listening to student voices and for all the great work you’re doing in City Hall!
Spent the evening with my friends @UDems chatting about HOME II, transit, land acquisition, the City Manager, and @veracruztacos (migas taco). These young titans are ENGAGED. I definitely wasn’t concerning myself with Land Code at 19. I left inspired. #CommUNITY #ComUNIDAD
This weekend, we marched to honor and celebrate the legacy of Cesar Chavez. His tireless pursuit of social justice and workers' rights inspires us to build a brighter and more inclusive Travis County that works for everyone.
Very cool story. This is an amazing camp. ☀️
Honored to have attended this year's Austin Sunshine Camps Keeper Luncheon. As a former camper myself, I know firsthand the lifelong impact an ASC experience can have on a kid. Thank you to ASC staff & supporters for your tireless work. ☀️ sunshinecamps.org
@joseforatx Proud of you, Jose — you are the living embodiment of how kids from lower income backgrounds can be deeply impacted by affirming experiences like Austin Sunshine Camp! Keep spreading your light — we need it! Abrazos to your mother from me!
Here's how you can be Eclipse-Ready! 😎 There's just one week until the April 8th total eclipse. With many visitors expected, we want to provide you with the best viewing spots and safety tips for navigating the crowds. Here’s how you can be prepared (👇🏽🧵)
“César Chávez’s 97th birthday should not be just a day on which we honor his name, but a day on which we tell his narrative & on which we re-commit ourselves to the struggle to make our community and our country a better place for our children & grandchildren.” #SiSePuede
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