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Austin City Council Member
District 8
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: An Austin City Council member represents one of ten districts on the council, which passes city ordinances and adopts the city budget and tax rate.
Taxes & budget
Jeffery BowenNo party listed
- Proposes reducing bond debt and the city deficit.
Selena XieNo party listed
- Supports regular audits and outcome-based budgeting.
Public safety
Jeffery BowenNo party listed
- Supports filling open police, fire and EMS positions.
Selena XieNo party listed
No documented position found.
Housing
Jeffery BowenNo party listed
- Opposes the HOME initiative as not producing affordable housing.
Selena XieNo party listed
- Supports expanding home repair and eviction prevention programs.
Roads & infrastructure
Jeffery BowenNo party listed
- Proposes neighborhood circulators connecting riders to transit.
Selena XieNo party listed
- Supports more sidewalks, transit options and bicycle infrastructure.
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