Chair, Commission On Veterans Affairs (District 9)
Current
Austin, Texas, United States
My goal is to enable data-driven decisions and develop effective communication strategies to address veterans' needs in the City of Austin. My role is to ensure that the Commission's actions translate into impactful solutions, fostering a community where veterans can thrive.The Commission on Veterans Affairs is an advisory body to the Austin city council concerning the wellbeing of military veterans in the Austin area. The commission shall evaluate and recommend programs, policies, and practices designed to alleviate veteran's difficulties in meeting basic needs, obtaining housing, employment, and comprehensive mental health assistance; and act as a central clearinghouse for information relating to the status of veterans in the Austin community.