Austin has made exciting progress toward making it easier for its
small businesses to start and grow. Join EGBI and Cities Work to
celebrate that progress, explore what it means for local
entrepreneurs, and discuss what should come next. We’ll highlight
recent reform efforts including the Grease Trap Relief program, the
Microbusiness Fee Reduction resolution, and the ACU/Front Yard
Business resolution, while exploring how Austin can build on these
successes and address the barriers entrepreneurs still face.
Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes will offer opening remarks, followed by
a conversation welcoming business owners and those who support them to
ask questions, share experiences, and help shape the road ahead.

