The race to replace term-limited Natasha Harper-Madison comes as voters weigh the city's $6.6 billion budget.
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October 21, 2026
District 9 Council Seat to Be Decided November 3Voters will choose between incumbent Zohaib Qadri and challengers Rich Heyman and Katie Kam for the city council seat.
October 15, 2026
District 8 Voters to Choose Council Member in NovemberThe election features candidates Selena Xie and Jeffery Bowen plus two major bond propositions for parks and libraries.
October 9, 2026
District 3 Voters Will Choose Leader In NovemberFour challengers join incumbent José Velásquez on the November ballot amid debates over city spending and development.
October 8, 2026
Austin Voters Will Decide Proposition I on November 3The measure would mandate regular outside spending audits and impact future tax rate elections.