The Austin City Council has finalized a $295 million bond proposal. This proposal includes funding for parks and libraries, and may be put to voters in November. The council's decision was made despite recommendations from city financial staff to delay the proposal for two years.
The vote was 8-3, with some council members opposing the measure. Further details about the bond proposal and the council's decision are available from the Austin Current.
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