Articles tagged: Steve Adler
New Contract Could Give Austin One of the Most Transparent Police Departments in the Country
Activists are claiming victory after a drawn-out fight over police accountability, and encouraging other cities to follow suit.
After 18 months of tense negotiations over a police union contract, the Austin City Council and the city’s police union have agreed to reforms that anti-polic...Read More
‘Don’t Be Afraid to Break Some Eggs,’ Austin Mayor Tells New Anti-Racist Task Force
Steve Adler said the task force will focus on institutional racism, rather than individual attitudes.
“Don’t be afraid to break some eggs,” Mayor Adler instructed task force leaders during a Wednesday afternoon press conference. “And don’t be afraid to...Read More
Austin Mayor Says ‘Scary’ Anti-LGBT Legislation Threatens City’s Economy
Nearly 100 people, including Austin Mayor Steve Adler and former Rep. Glen Maxey, rallied against anti-LGBT legislation at the Texas Capitol on Saturday....Read More