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Council approves one-year extension of city podcast contract
Summary
The Austin City Council voted unanimously to extend its contract with the Right Here, Right Now podcast for one year, citing the program’s ability to communicate city news and events to residents.
The Austin City Council voted unanimously to extend the city’s demonstration contract with the Right Here, Right Now podcast for one year. Council discussion focused on the podcast’s role in local communications and whether continuing the service was a cost-effective way to reach residents.
City staff initially briefed council on the pilot project and the involvement of John Wright. Council member Jason moved to extend the contract for a year; another council member seconded the motion. Craig Clark noted staff had people and employees participate in the podcast and that it had been “well received.” A councilor who supported the extension said the podcast “fills a really nice gap” between city messaging and local news coverage.
The resolution passed 7–0. City staff said they would continue to evaluate communications tools and bring recommendations as part of future outreach planning.
