Austin's Economic Growth: A Community Survey
Austin's Economic Growth: A Community Survey
Help Shape Austin's Economic Future
The nine-question survey should take 10-15 minutes to complete.
1.) In developing a new economic development policy, describe a community value statement that would serve as the leading vision for the policy.
You may enter a comment here. If there is nothing to add, you can type “N/A” or leave the field blank.
2.) What does successful economic development look like for Austin?
Think about what you would want a strong local economy to provide for people and businesses of Austin.
3.) If you were measuring the success of a 10-year economic development policy, what key performance metrics would you recommend?
(required) 4.) What do you see as the present and emerging economic opportunities and/or challenges Austin should focus on over the next several years? Select up to four.
(required) 5.) When people think of Austin 10 years from now, what do you want the city to be known for?
6.) What should the City do to help strengthen the industries, businesses, and cultural activities that make Austin unique?
This could include support for businesses, workers, music and arts, events, tourism, infrastructure, City processes, partnerships, or other ideas.
(required) 7.) What City tools, services, or resources would make the biggest difference in helping businesses start, stay, grow, or invest in Austin? Select up to three.
(required) 8.) As Austin grows and attracts new investment, what balanced community benefits should the City prioritize to help ensure economic development supports Austinites and local businesses? Select up to four.
9.) Is there anything else you would like the City to consider?
Background
On May 7, 2026, Austin City Council directed the City Manager to develop and present a comprehensive Economic Development Policy for Council consideration.
The policy is intended to establish a framework for how Austin approaches economic development, including business recruitment and retention, available economic development tools, community benefits, international economic development, major development opportunities, innovation, and support for small businesses.
Next Steps
Findings during the engagement period will help inform the development of the Economic Development Policy.
Listening sessions are expected in early 2027. More information to come.
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