Vikki Goodwin Archives - The Austin Common

Explaining Your Ballot: State Propositions

Amy Stansbury — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 03:12:08 +0000

The are 14 proposed state constitutional amendments on the ballot this year. In this episode we take a deep into several of them, including Prop 4 (property taxes), Prop 6 (water), and Prop 8 (broadband internet).

Our guests include state Rep. Vikki Goodwin, Jennifer Walker (National Wildlife Federation), and Kelty Garbee (Texas Rural Funders).

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Constituent Coffee: An Afternoon of Acudetox

Amy Stansbury — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Exciting news! We’re hosting a SPECIAL EDITION of our monthly Constituent Coffee, dedicated entirely to the incredible advancements in Acudetox access and promoting community wellness.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/acudetoxafternoon

What is Acudetox?
Acudetox, also known as the 5NP or Five Needle Protocol, is a transformative, non-pharmaceutical treatment known to alleviate stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and even chemical dependency.

Why attend?
Learn about the pioneering Texas legislation that Representative Goodwin passed this past 88th session to make this treatment accessible. The treatment will be provided at this event by certified specialists.

RSVP
Due to space and to get maximum benefit from the treatment, this event will be limited to the first 20 attendees to RSVP. Link: https://bit.ly/acudetoxafternoon

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Legislative Advocacy Training Day at the Texas Capitol

Amy Stansbury — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000

*Please note – Because of the winter storm, this event was postponed until Feb. 10th*

The 88th Session is underway, and we want to give you the tools you need to navigate the state’s policy making process.

Join Representative Goodwin’s office to learn how to:
*Effectively interact with legislators and their staffs;
*Write effective testimony;
*Submit written testimony;
*Testify in front of legislative committees.

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End of Year Constituent Coffee & Happy Hour!

Amy Stansbury — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Please join me for our last Constituent Coffee of the year on December 18th at 4:00 pm! We will be meeting in the reserved area at Coffee Shark, 7300 Ranch Road 2222, Austin TX 78730.

This is your opportunity to let me know if you have questions or concerns, whether it is regarding the challenges faced in our schools, concerns or issues regarding our gun laws, questions about the reliability of our power grid, or something else altogether. I will share information on the next session, and what you can expect.

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Public Ed Town Hall

Amy Stansbury — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Join us for a town hall on Public Education. We will discuss school funding and school safety.

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Constituent Day at the Capitol

Amy Stansbury — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Join Representative Goodwin’s Office on Constituent Day at the Capitol to learn how to:

– Navigate the state policymaking process
– Effectively interact with legislators and their staff
– Write effective testimony
– Submit written testimony
– Testify in front of legislative committees

And more!

Meet at Room E01.018 in the Capitol Building. RSVP here.

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Candidate Forum and Meet and Greet Texas Legislative District 47

Amy Stansbury — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Be an informed voter! As a result of the 2020 legislative redistricting process, Texas House District 47 lines were redrawn. Those who live in Lakewood and Jester Estates will no longer be represented by Rep. Donna Howard. Come hear from the District 47 candidates who will be on our November 8, 2022 general election ballot.

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Public Education Town Hall

Amy Stansbury — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 23:30:00 +0000

We will be discussing public school finance, how to protect our public schools, upcoming legislation, and the best way to advocate for our kids at the Texas Legislature.

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Travis County Women Leaders Panel Discussion

Amy Stansbury — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Join us for a panel discussion with some of our wonderful women leaders representing in Northwest Austin!

April 18th, 6:00-8:00 pm at the Austin Central Library, I am hosting a free event featuring women leaders of Northwest Austin for a discussion on timely topics. You won’t want to miss this and come prepared with questions of your own!

Our panelists include:
· Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea
· Mayor Pro-Tem Alison Alter
· Judge Aurora Martinez Jones
· Leander Independent School District Trustee Gloria Gonzales Dholakia

Parking:
Street parking is available as well as in the attached garage.

Public Transportation: For public transit options to the Austin Public Library, you can find them here: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/getting-around-austin

Join us!

** This event is hosted and moderated by Texas State House Representative Vikki Goodwin.

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Meet & Greet with Texas State Representative Vikki Goodwin

Amy Stansbury — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Come meet with Texas State House Representative Vikki Goodwin of District 47! She will speak about upcoming legislation and answer questions.

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