Velásquez garnered more votes than Daniela Silva for the spot representing a large portion of East Austin. He is set to replace outgoing Council Member Sabino “Pio” Renteria.
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Council members got an earful Tuesday from the Living Wage Working Group, made up of unions and workers’ advocates, on why they say the living wage needs to be increased to $22 in the upcoming city budget. It’s been stuck at $15 since 2018.