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Austin, known as ‘FLASH FLOOD ALLEY,’ faces increased vulnerability due to sudden heavy rainfall events. Climate change, coupled with extreme droughts, worsens flooding issues. Recent studies show that about 10% of Austin lies within flood zones, affecting approximately 24,000 residents. These residents experience problems with localized and lot-to-lot flooding.
Proposed code changes may remove drainage review and retention requirements for multi-unit developments, potentially increasing flood risks in many of Austin's neighborhoods. Please reach out to your City Council Member and attend the July 18th Austin City Council meeting to voice your concerns.
The City of Austin Charter Commission, composed of appointed representatives from the City Council, is pushing forward a proposal to increase signature requirements for voter-initiated measures. Council Members, fearing recall, aim to raise the signature requirement from 10% of qualified votes, falsely claiming it "raises the price" for entry, when in reality, it undermines democracy. These efforts lack practical basis, with zero successful recall efforts in Austin's recent history. Now, a few powerful individuals seek to strip Austin voters of their direct democracy power. Take action now to preserve Austin's last bastion of direct democracy by urging the Austin City Council to reject these harmful proposals.
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