Issue: Innovation

Q How can you make healthcare more accessible and affordable to the large population of small business owners and entrepreneurs in Austin?

Asked by Global Shapers Community

Q Austin has long since been perceived as a town of creative innovators. Given the City’s recent regulatory attempts with the sharing and gig economy (Uber, AirBnB, Scooters), what is your position on how the City should handle emerging technologies and emerging markets? What is your view, generally, on the conflict between consumer demands and government interests?

Asked by Austin Ahead

Q The Chief of Police has the ability to administer an education based discipline system for minor violations of policies. Do you support a progressive discipline system that encourages the Chief of Police to utilize education and training to address minor employee disciplinary policy violations?

Asked by Austin Police Association

Q In February, Austin became the first city in the south to guarantee its workers paid sick days. What are the next changes you would push for to further expand the rights of the working class?

Asked by Democratic Socialists of America

Q What recent technological developments provide opportunities to improve the state’s indigent defense system in civil and criminal cases?

Asked by Democratic Socialists of America

Q How will you improve the services of the Justice of the Peace?

Asked by League of Women Voters Austin Area

Q Austin has long since been perceived as a town of creative innovators. Given the City’s recent regulatory attempts with the sharing and gig economy (Uber, AirBnB, Scooters), what is your position on how the City should handle emerging technologies and emerging markets? What is your view, generally, on the conflict between consumer demands and government interests? Similarly, when non-profits secure grant funding for innovative social solutions that requires a local match, what is your view on city funding being available for the match?

Asked by Austin Chamber of Commerce

Q What steps will you take to support modernization and digitization of operations within the City of Austin?

Asked by Austin Tech Alliance

Q How can the City support the continued growth and success of Austin’s tech sector?

Asked by Austin Tech Alliance

Q How can the City better work with Austin’s tech community to bring innovative approaches to civic challenges?

Asked by Austin Tech Alliance