Brigid Shea

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🌎Check out my Earth Week Newsletter edition, out now! 🌎 Read and subscribe! mailchi.mp/traviscountytx…

❓ Did you know Austin-Travis County is in Flash Flood Alley? 🌧️ Be ready before storms hit. During the Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday (April 25–27), get essentials like emergency ladders, tarps & first aid kits TAX FREE. 👉 See the full list: comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/publicat…

The Travis County Job Fair is ONE WEEK AWAY (April 29)! Here are a few positions we’re hiring for: - Pretrial Services Office Specialist - Attorney I-VI Public Defender’s Office - HHS Finance Director Check out all available jobs and job fair details: governmentjobs.com/careers/travis…

Child care costs shouldn’t stand in the way of work or school. Through Raising Travis County, eligible families may qualify for child care scholarships to help cover the cost of high-quality care for children ages 0–12. Learn more and apply: rtc.wfscapitalarea.com

Happy Earth Day, Travis County! 🌎 Want to make a positive impact? Here’s a few small changes you make: 1. Carpool with others 2. Use a reusable water bottle 3. Pick up trash 4. Turn lights off 5. Use our Recycling and Waste Drop-Off Tool: traviscountytx.gov/tnr/environmen…

🌱 Small actions add up: • Use native plants • Pick up pet waste • Save energy at home • Dispose of chemicals properly How are you helping keep our community green? 👇 #TravisCountyTX #EarthDay #CentralTexas #WaterQuality #Stormwater #ClimateResilience

Mopac South Town Hall! 📅April 22nd 6-8pm 🏫Austin High School Cafeteria 🍕Free Pizza & Drinks 👶Childcare Provided! Learn more & share your thoughts on the proposed South MoPac expansion. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Make a difference in your community! Join the Colorado River Alliance crew on Saturday, January 27th, from 10am to 12pm for the Community Creek Cleanup at Onion Creek Metro Park! Signup to volunteer: @coriveralliance

For the Love of Parks returns Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Richard Moya Park! 🌻🚴💛 Bring the whole family to enjoy a day of live music, activities, games, and more! See more information and RSVP: traviscountyparksfoundation.org/events

🚨 Be ready to help in an emergency! Join our CERT training and learn skills from first responders. Free and open to all; no experience needed. 📅 April 10–12 📍 ESD 6 – 13333 Bee Cave Rd. ⚠️ Seats are limited! Register now: tinyurl.com/AprilCERT

🌳🔥The Austin-Travis County Wildfire Coalition needs your input! Help shape the Community Wildfire Protection Plan to keep our region safe and resilient. 🗓️ In person meeting April 8 and 9, 6-8 PM Sign up: publicinput.com/cwpprsvp

HAPPENING NOW!!! Drive-Up Food Distribution for People and Pets 9:00 - 11:00 AM Friday, April 3, 2026  Delco Activity Center, 4601 Pecan Brook Dr, Austin, TX 78724 Austin and Travis County residents are invited; proof of residency/pets is not needed

Do you live in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) service area? We want to hear from you! 📣 Join us for a public hearing to speak on community needs and recommend projects. 🗓 Tuesday, March 24 🕘 9:00 a.m. 📍 700 Lavaca St. More information: traviscountytx.gov/images/health_…

ATTENTION: Lago Ranchos neighbors! A virtual open house is now available with information on proposed roadway improvements. Your feedback will help us determine the next steps in the construction process. Submit comments now through March 20: bit.ly/LagoRanchos

By turning out all non-essential lights outside and inside from 11 pm - 6 am, both at work and at home, you can help dramatically reduce the dangerous threats. Spring Migration is March 1 - June 15. #ProtectMigratingBirds #DarkSkyFriendly #LightsOutTexas

Save the Date! Join Colorado River Alliance & Travis County Parks for the 2026 Spring Cleanup on April 11 (9–11 AM)! 📍 East Austin, Del Valle, Manor, Pflugerville & Webberville Learn more and register using the link or QR code! 🔗 givepul.se/g9uv7r

Registration is open for the 2026 Spring Cleanup! 🌳🌻🦋 Join us in picking up trash around eastern Travis County parks and waterways on Saturday, April 11, from 9 to 11 a.m. Your help will keep our community clean and beautiful! Sign up to volunteer: givepulse.com/event/830394-2…

🌧️ Stay weather aware this weekend! Heavy rain is possible across our area. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. 📱 Sign up for emergency alerts: warncentraltexas.org 🌦️ Follow @NWSsanantonio 📺 Download your local news station app

The Austin-Travis County Wildfire Coalition needs your input! Help shape the Community Wildfire Protection Plan to keep our region safe and resilient. 🗓️ In person meeting April 8 and 9, 6-8 PM 🔗 publicinput.com/cwpprsvp 💬Survey: publicinput.com/cwpp

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