Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea

10/03/2026

Register to attend the Raising Travis County Community Town Hall on October 21st!

• Hear what has changed because of Raising Travis County
• Listen to stories from the children, youth, families, and providers we serve
• Learn more about the work happening across Travis County
• Participate in a community Q&A

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m.
💻 Online via Zoom Webinar
📋 Register at https://traviscountytx.jotform.com/261886147924065

Interpretation will be available upon request in Spanish, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and American Sign Language (ASL)

And sign up for the RTC newsletter for regular highlights and updates! https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/raising-sign-up

09/29/2026

As we close out September and National Preparedness Month, take a moment to put together an emergency go bag with me! This is an affordable, accessible way to prepare for emergencies. You likely already have many of the items you need to start a go bag!

Preparedness doesn’t end in September. Make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed!

Sign up for emergency notifications at warncentraltexas.org

09/29/2026

A Flood Watch has been issued which includes much of South Central Texas from 7 PM Wednesday through 7 PM Friday. A cold front will bring periods of heavy rainfall which could lead to life-threatening flash flooding. Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

09/29/2026

🎉 NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH: YOU DID IT!
This September, we challenged you to get better prepared for emergencies — without breaking the bank.

💵 $0 – Start with what you have. Equip your phone with emergency alerts, contacts, photos of important documents.
💵 $10 – Start an emergency kit with just one or two items.
💵 $25 – Get additional essential supplies.
💵 $50 – Make safety improvements around home.

Preparedness doesn't end in September. Keep building your supplies. Keep practicing your plans.
❤️ Because being prepared is priceless.

09/29/2026

Meet the finalists for the Family Justice Center Executive Director!

You’re invited to a Community Forum on Wednesday, September 30, from 5:30–8 p.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at 700 Lavaca St.

The Family Justice Center will connect survivors of intimate partner violence with resources and support.

RSVP and submit your questions for the candidates: https://countyattorney.traviscountytx.gov/family-justice-center/

09/20/2026

Statement from Mayor Pro Tem José "Chito" Vela, Councilwoman Vanessa Fuentes, and Council Member José Velásquez on today's ICE shooting in Austin:

“Another person has been shot by ICE. Today, it happened in Austin.

We are disgusted by the continued recklessness and disregard for human life by this administration. ICE has never made our communities safer, and today is a tragic reminder of this fact.

ICE must leave Austin now.

We have no confidence in an internal investigation from DHS or DOJ. We urge APD to immediately open an independent investigation, with a review of the evidence by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, as is the protocol in other police shootings. The people of Austin deserve answers, and we demand full transparency and accountability.

No federal agency is above scrutiny when the safety and rights of our community are at stake. ICE must stop terrorizing our communities.“

09/20/2026

09/20/2026

I am deeply disturbed by today’s shooting in North Austin involving an ICE agent and a member of our community.

The facts surrounding today’s incident are still emerging, but what is clear is that a person was shot and hospitalized. We need a full, transparent, and independent investigation into today’s incident, including a clear accounting of the circumstances surrounding the ICE agent’s use of force. Accountability is nonnegotiable. Our residents should not have to live in fear.

It is unacceptable that the state is forcing local tax dollars to be spent assisting ICE.

I am thinking of the person who was injured and their loved ones, and I am calling for transparency, accountability, and answers for our community.

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man Sunday afternoon in Austin, Texas, local authorities said, and anti-ICE protesters quickly gathered at…

09/16/2026

Yesterday Travis County, Texas kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month! I’m proud to recognize the vibrant cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latine communities that help make Travis County a wonderful place to live.

Hispanic and Latine neighbors have enriched our county through art and music, food and traditions, entrepreneurship, public service, advocacy, and the countless everyday acts that strengthen our communities.

This month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage, honor the generations who came before us, and recognize the people shaping our community today!

08/27/2026