Building a Stronger Travis County Starts with Your Vote
Dear Residents, Community Partners, and Neighbors,
As the Chief Executive Officer of the Housing Authority of Travis County (HATC), I am writing to you today not just as an administrator, but as a fellow member of our vibrant community, to implore every eligible individual to exercise their fundamental right to vote.
Voting is more than a civic duty; it is one of the most powerful tools we possess to shape our collective future, improve our neighborhoods, and ensure that our voices are heard at every level of government.
Here is why your vote is vital in this and every election:
- Direct Impact on Housing and Community Resources: Decisions regarding affordable housing funding, community development grants, public transportation, and local infrastructure are directly influenced by the officials we elect. By casting your ballot, you help choose leaders who prioritize stable, safe, and affordable housing for all.
- Empowering Our Neighborhoods: Elected officials pay closest attention to the communities that vote. When our residents turn out to vote, it signals to policymakers that Travis County cares deeply about its future and keeps leadership accountable to our specific needs.
- Honoring the Legacy of Access: The right to vote was hard-won through decades of advocacy and sacrifice. Exercising this right honors that history and ensures that our democratic processes remain representative of all people, not just a privileged few.
- Shaping Local Policy: While national elections gain the most media attention, local and county elections have the most immediate impact on your daily life---affecting everything from local school boards and public safety to county health services and property initiatives.
Your vote is your voice, your power, and your seat at the table. Please take a moment to check your registration status, find your polling place, and make a concrete plan to vote. Let us work together to build a stronger, more equitable Travis County.
Sincerely,
Patrick B. Howard
Chief Executive Officer
Housing Authority of Travis County
