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Put People First ramps up for
City Budget Deliberations
City Council will start a deliberative budget setting process this upcoming Tuesday. We are hearing from multiple sources at City Hall that we are being heard, and now is the time that we need to ramp up our advocacy for the $6.7 million funding increase for health and human services. All One Voice members are encouraged to rally their staff, board members, and volunteers to call City Council members to express support for the funding increase. Click here to download talking points that you can use. Additionally, members are encouraged to attend a City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 8th at 9:00am (view the agenda here). While we cannot speak at the meeting, we need to have a presence to show that we are watching and listening as they make this decision.
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Membership Meeting on September 17th
- When: Thursday, September 17, 11:30am-1:00pm
- Where: IBC Bank, 2817 East Cesar Chavez St.
- Details: At this meeting, attendees can look forward to:
- A presentation/discussion with Drew Scheberle (SVP of Federal/State Advocacy & Education/Talent Development) of the Austin Chamber of Commerce regarding their strategy for increasing affordability and workforce development
- An update on Community Care Collaborative navigation tools and how you can use them
- A member vote on new One Voice logo
- Other action items and updates from the Executive Committee
- Order lunch for the meeting here.
- Members are invited to stay for a Twitter 101 training led by Amy Atchley, Manager of Online Marketing at Meals on Wheels and More, directly following the meeting from 1:00-1:30pm at IBC. Learn the basics, including how to create a twitter account, tweet, use hashtags, and maximize your Twitter reach.
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First Leadership Austin Training Next Friday
- When: Friday, Sept. 11th, 8:30am-12:00pm
- Where: Upbring, 8305 Cross Park Dr.
- Description: Explore your personal values, build relationships with other emerging leaders and walk away with a plan for continued personal growth. Learn to:
- Articulate your passion for the community
- Decide which profession development and volunteer activities align with your own values and goals
- Collaborate with other emerging nonprofit leaders
Sign up for our other upcoming trainings this fall!
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One Voice Multiple Employer Plan Updates
For organizations interested in participating in a Multiple Employer Plan with One Voice, please click below for an update on the formation of the retirement MEP and the implementation timeline for the healthcare/ancillary benefits process.
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Featured Member of the Week
Robin Herksowitz
Founder and Executive Director, HealthStart Foundation, Inc.
Number of Years as Founder/Executive Director: 5 years
Best advice she has received? "Make time for gratitude. It’s easy to get distracted by the day-to-day activities, stress and rejection that comes with changing our world! Being grateful sustains me with a greater perspective on life and strengthens all our relationships along the HealthStart journey. Read the full interview!
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Talk with Travis County HHS&VS re: Opportunity Mapping
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Spirit of East Austin: Forum to Create Paths for Equitable Economic Development
- When: Saturday, Sept. 12th, 9:00-12:00pm
- Where: Travis County Exposition Center, 7311 Decker Lane (Banquet Hall)
- Details: Mayor Steve Adler, Austin City Council, Judge Sarah Eckhardt, Travis County Commissioners Court, and City Manager Marc Ott will host this community forum focusing on equitable development in East Austin. How might individuals, communities and local government mobilize to ensure a brighter future for all? Join your neighbors to participate in small-group problem-solving discussions. The event is free, but registration is required.
- Register here.
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Austin Energy: Community Connections Resource Fair
- When: Saturday, September 19, 11:30am- 3:00pm
- Where: Webb Middle School, 601 St. Johns Avenue
- Details: Austin Energy will host a free, family-friendly event to help people learn about valuable public services and resources available through the City of Austin and local community providers. City staff and local providers will be on hand to answer questions about basic needs services i.e. Austin Fire/Police Department, veterinary services, and food/housing assistance.
- Read more about the event here.
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RetailMeNot Nonprofit Award Winner
Congratulations to One Voice member ACE: A Community for Education, who took home the RetailMeNot Nonprofit Award at The BIG Give, I Live Here I Give Here’s annual celebration of giving and receiving well in Austin. ACE was recognized for innovative and effective donor relations with a $5,000 unrestricted cash prize.
Philanthropitch International Finalist
One Voice member Easter Seals Central Texas was recently announced as one of ten finalists for Philanthropitch International, a fast pitch competition featuring 10 of the best social innovators from across the US and Canada. They were recognized for their Lawn and Landscape program, which provides work opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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Health Equity in Austin
The City of Austin HHS and Travis County HHS&VS have partnered with Central Health to create Healthy ATC, a data portal that tracks disparities and highlights efforts to create health equity in our community. Priority indicators are diabetes, obesity, tobacco, and HIV/AIDS. Check out Healthy ATC here.
HousingWorks Austin 2015 City Council District Analyses
HousingWorks Austin has released their 2015 City Council District Analyses, a district-by-district analysis that serves as a snapshot of the housing issues facing our community. For the second straight year, HousingWorks Austin has explored household affordability, utilizing a wide range of data sources, from a variety of angles. Access the full analyses here.
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