https://austincurrent.org/2026/01/14/austin-audit-ordinance/
After Prop Q loss, Austin mayor pushes transparency measures
Jan 17, 2026 - With tight budget, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson wants audits, spending limits and new bond guidelines. Critics say the reforms lack independence.
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https://www.statesman.com/news/politics/elections/local/article/austin-prop-q-fails-political-analysis-21138702.php
What Prop Q's defeat says about Austin's current politics
Nov 6, 2025 - Austin voters resoundingly rejected the 20% property tax hike, indicating a growing cynicism of city leadership and spending priorities
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https://www.statesman.com/opinion/editorials/article/opinion-paxton-s-baseless-prop-q-probe-chills-21118854.php
Opinion: Paxton’s baseless Prop Q probe chills free speech in Austin
Oct 28, 2025 - When the attorney general uses his office to intimidate lawful donors, Austin’s civic debate pays the price, the Statesman Editorial Board writes.
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https://thedailytexan.com/2025/11/21/city-announces-revised-budget-after-voters-reject-prop-q/
City announces revised budget after voters reject Prop Q – The Daily Texan
The Austin City Council cut $95 million from its new budget approved on Thursday after amending it to reflect Austin voters’ rejection of a tax rate...
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https://austinfreepress.org/prop-q-meets-its-fate/
Prop Q Meets Its Fate | Austin Free Press
Nov 13, 2025 - This article was originally published in The Austin Independent on Nov. 6, 2025. Mayor Kirk Watson was well prepared on election night, with a...
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https://everytexan.org/2025/10/24/austins-prop-q-would-provide-revenue-for-essential-city-services/
Austin’s Prop Q Would Provide Revenue for Essential City Services - Every Texan
Oct 24, 2025 - In August, the Austin City Council approved a 2026 budget with a $33 million deficit. To cover the shortfall, the city is asking voters to approve Proposition...
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https://www.statesman.com/opinion/editorials/article/prop-q-austin-statesman-endorsement-2025-election-21096293.php
Why we can't endorse Austin's Prop Q on the 2025 election ballot
Oct 16, 2025 - Austin taxpayers deserve accountability and proof of progress before being asked to shoulder another increase.
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