Inside Austin's Agenda: How national headlines are impacting Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday’s Inside Austin’s Agenda episode, host Grace Reader will sit down with Austin Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes.
They will discuss how major national news coverage from changes handed down by the new federal administration, aviation concerns, and natural disasters — could influence Austin. They will also talk about actions already taken by the council this year.
Fuentes recently led the way on a resolution that will make homelessness a top financial priority for the city of Austin. She is also one of the most vocal local leaders regarding the Austin Police Department’s role, or lack thereof, as federal partners enforce immigration law.
Fuentes serves Austin’s District 2, which encompasses the airport. She was first elected to the role in 2021 and was re-elected for a second term. Her colleagues voted to elevate her to mayor pro tem this year.
You can watch the episode and every other at the top of this article, on Facebook, and YouTube. Inside Austin’s Agenda goes live every other Wednesday afternoon.
