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Austin residents helped redraw the city council district boundaries.

Background

Austin has a process for residents to redraw the boundaries of the council districts every ten years. The boundaries of the council districts greatly impact Austin’s government and will shape how residents are represented for the next decade.

Public involvement

The 14 member Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (ICRC) redrew the 10 City Council Districts based on 2020 Census data and three rounds of public input. First, twelve public forums were held in the ten City Council Districts to gather the first round of public input from July - August 2021. Second, five forums were held in the four Travis County Precincts from September - October 2021 to gather a second round of public input. Finally, citizens had three more opportunities to view and provide input on the final draft of the map before the ICRC voted to certify the map in October.

See the maps

Visit the widget "2021 Austin City Council District Maps" on right side of this page on your laptop and at the bottom of the page on your cell phone to download the final map for free.

Learn the process

Visit the city of Austin website here to read the ICRC's final report which explains the process of drafting the map in detail or download the final report by visiting the widget on this page "ICRC Final Report."

Contact Us

Email or write the ICRC at icrc.commissioners@austintexas.gov or Housing and Planning Department, Attn: ICRC, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767.

You can learn more about the process on our website: Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission | AustinTexas.gov as well as RedistrictATX.org.

Please follow us on social media for the latest updates:

What district do I live in? Find your district at Council Districts (austintexas.gov).

View the first public forum held on Thursday, Jul 15, 2021 Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission Public Hearing - District 9 - Austin, TX (swagit.com)

Recordings of all other commission meetings and forums may be accessed on ATXN.


Austin residents helped redraw the city council district boundaries.

Background

Austin has a process for residents to redraw the boundaries of the council districts every ten years. The boundaries of the council districts greatly impact Austin’s government and will shape how residents are represented for the next decade.

Public involvement

The 14 member Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (ICRC) redrew the 10 City Council Districts based on 2020 Census data and three rounds of public input. First, twelve public forums were held in the ten City Council Districts to gather the first round of public input from July - August 2021. Second, five forums were held in the four Travis County Precincts from September - October 2021 to gather a second round of public input. Finally, citizens had three more opportunities to view and provide input on the final draft of the map before the ICRC voted to certify the map in October.

See the maps

Visit the widget "2021 Austin City Council District Maps" on right side of this page on your laptop and at the bottom of the page on your cell phone to download the final map for free.

Learn the process

Visit the city of Austin website here to read the ICRC's final report which explains the process of drafting the map in detail or download the final report by visiting the widget on this page "ICRC Final Report."

Contact Us

Email or write the ICRC at icrc.commissioners@austintexas.gov or Housing and Planning Department, Attn: ICRC, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767.

You can learn more about the process on our website: Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission | AustinTexas.gov as well as RedistrictATX.org.

Please follow us on social media for the latest updates:

What district do I live in? Find your district at Council Districts (austintexas.gov).

View the first public forum held on Thursday, Jul 15, 2021 Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission Public Hearing - District 9 - Austin, TX (swagit.com)

Recordings of all other commission meetings and forums may be accessed on ATXN.

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  • Share How do we replace council members, since they don't seem to be for the people they represent. on Facebook Share How do we replace council members, since they don't seem to be for the people they represent. on Twitter Share How do we replace council members, since they don't seem to be for the people they represent. on Linkedin Email How do we replace council members, since they don't seem to be for the people they represent. link

    How do we replace council members, since they don't seem to be for the people they represent.

    bg asked over 4 years ago

    The current redistricting process will affect future elections and how Austin residents are represented for the next decade. There are many ways you can participate in this process. You can apply to be on the Applicant Review Panel or Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission if you meet the eligibility requirements. You can review eligibility requirements and apply online on our website at redistrictatx.org. If you are not selected for either of these groups, the Commission will hold public sessions around Austin next year, where you can attend and provide feedback on the redrawing of the district lines.

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  • Share There is free software that does this. You enter a population map and give it a starting point, for instance, CITY Hall, and it draws districts of equal population without considering race, sex, ethnicity, age, economic status, etc. etc. You need some people to do the work and some experienced auditors to be sure it's done accurately. Why do you want a Commission of people to bicker about these issue when the solution is right in front of you? on Facebook Share There is free software that does this. You enter a population map and give it a starting point, for instance, CITY Hall, and it draws districts of equal population without considering race, sex, ethnicity, age, economic status, etc. etc. You need some people to do the work and some experienced auditors to be sure it's done accurately. Why do you want a Commission of people to bicker about these issue when the solution is right in front of you? on Twitter Share There is free software that does this. You enter a population map and give it a starting point, for instance, CITY Hall, and it draws districts of equal population without considering race, sex, ethnicity, age, economic status, etc. etc. You need some people to do the work and some experienced auditors to be sure it's done accurately. Why do you want a Commission of people to bicker about these issue when the solution is right in front of you? on Linkedin Email There is free software that does this. You enter a population map and give it a starting point, for instance, CITY Hall, and it draws districts of equal population without considering race, sex, ethnicity, age, economic status, etc. etc. You need some people to do the work and some experienced auditors to be sure it's done accurately. Why do you want a Commission of people to bicker about these issue when the solution is right in front of you? link

    There is free software that does this. You enter a population map and give it a starting point, for instance, CITY Hall, and it draws districts of equal population without considering race, sex, ethnicity, age, economic status, etc. etc. You need some people to do the work and some experienced auditors to be sure it's done accurately. Why do you want a Commission of people to bicker about these issue when the solution is right in front of you?

    Wastrel Wastrel asked over 4 years ago

    Thank you for your interest in the redistricting process. The requirements for the redistricting process are outlined in the City Charter. The Commission will decide on the new boundaries through an open and transparent process with many opportunities for public input. That input could include a recommendation to use a tool as you suggest. You can find more information about the City's redistricting process on our website at redistrictatx.org. 

  • Share Hello, I'm a part time City of Austin employee can I apply to the Commission? on Facebook Share Hello, I'm a part time City of Austin employee can I apply to the Commission? on Twitter Share Hello, I'm a part time City of Austin employee can I apply to the Commission? on Linkedin Email Hello, I'm a part time City of Austin employee can I apply to the Commission? link

    Hello, I'm a part time City of Austin employee can I apply to the Commission?

    Trish Fraga asked over 4 years ago

    Hi Trish! Thanks for your question. Unfortunately you are not eligible to be on the Commission. Anyone who has been a paid City employee with the City of Austin within three years of their application date is not eligible. This includes temporary or part-time employees. We appreciate your interest and hope you will encourage others you know to apply!

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