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Travis County Voter Registration
The deadline to register to vote in the May 1 special election is Thursday, April 1. If you're not yet registered to vote (find out at www.votetravis.com), you may download a voter registration form at www.votetexas.gov/register, print it, and then either mail it to the county voter registrar (Travis County Voter Registration, PO Box 149327, Austin, Texas 78714-9327) or drop it off at the Travis County Tax Office (5501 Airport Blvd.). You can register to vote in person at the Travis County Tax Office, too. Applications must be postmarked or received by April 1.: If you’ve moved within Travis County or changed your name since the last time you registered to vote, update your voter registration online here.Deadline: Thu., April 1
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All About Prop B
Austin Muslim Democrats invites Chris Harris, director of Texas Appleseed’s Criminal Justice Project, to talk about Proposition B on the May 1 ballot, the citizen initiative that, if passed, would reinstate criminal penalties for public camping, panhandling, and sitting or lying down on sidewalks in Downtown and around UT-Austin. Want the lowdown on what’s on the rest of your May 1 ballot? Check out our election page here.Sat., March 27, 1pm. Free.Facebook Live -
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Anti-Asian Hate Crime Panel
Asian Democrats Central Texas moderates a conversation with community leaders about the impacts of violence and anti-Asian racism against Asian Americans and how to best support the AAPI community. Panelists include local defense attorney Margaret Chen Kercher, Travis County D.A. José Garza, and Asian Family Support Services of Austin Director Zahra Shakur Jamal.Sat., March 27, 4pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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Central Texas Food Bank Mass Food Distribution
Although this is primarily designed as a drive-through event, no one in need of food will be turned away. Recipients without vehicles are recommended to bring containers to help carry food.Sat., March 27, 9am-noon. Free.KIPP School-South Campus, 5107 I-35 -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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City of Austin Recovery Resources
Looking for info on water distribution, code complaints, or anything related to fallout from the winter storm? Check the city's site for the most up-to-date information.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Federal Disaster Assistance
Homeowners and renters who suffered damage due to the winter storm may apply for assistance from FEMA. If you have insurance and are applying for disaster assistance, you must also file a claim with your insurance company as soon as possible; if insurance does not cover all your damage, you may be eligible for federal assistance.: Take photos and keep receipts for related expenses, and apply online or call 800/621-3362.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Foundation Communities Emergency Assistance Fund
It will take some time to fully recover from the recent storm. You can help by contributing to Foundation Communities' fund providing direct relief for food, water, rent, medical assistance, and more.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Free PPE Distribution
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I-35 Virtual Public Scoping Meeting
Review design materials for the Texas Department of Transportation's proposed I-35 Capital Express Central Project and provide feedback to TxDOT by April 9. The project proposes to add two non-tolled lanes in each direction along I-35 from U.S. 290 E. to Hwy. 71/Ben White Blvd.March-11-April 9Online -
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PPE Distribution Event: Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex
Pick up free hand sanitizer, masks, and COVID-19 educational materials.Sat., March 27, 10am-2pm. Free. -
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RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.March 15-June 18 -
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Spring Fling At-Home Egg Hunt Kits
Don’t forget to wave at the Easter Bunny while picking up eggs and prizes for your at-home Easter egg hunt at the following locations: Givens Rec Center (3811 E. 12th); Dittmar Rec Center (1009 W. Dittmar); Gus Garcia Rec Center (1201 E. Rundberg); Montopolis Rec Center (1200 Montopolis Dr.); Turner-Roberts Rec Center (7210 Colony Loop Dr.); and Mendez Middle School (5106 Village Square Dr.).Sat., March 27, 10:30am-noon. Free.Multiple locations -
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Vehicle Registration Deadline Approaches
The grace period for vehicle registration renewal and title applications will soon end, and missing the deadline can result in costly fines. If you've postponed these activities due to the pandemic, now is the time to act: Get your vehicle inspected and renew online at Texas.gov, or bring your DMV renewal form, passing inspection, insurance card, and payment to H-E-B, Fiesta Mart, or AAA. Title applications require appointments to be made at the Travis County Tax Office, and they fill up fast, so don't wait!Deadline: April 15 -
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What's on Your Spring Ballot?
League of Women Voters Austin Area and Common Ground for Texans take an in-depth look at Propositions A, B, C, and G on the May 1 ballot. Want the lowdown on what each proposition entails? Check out our election page here.Sat., March 27, 2-4pm. Free (registration required).Online
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
