Austin Holds Final Public Meeting on Hazard Mitigation Plan

Community members invited to provide feedback on threats facing the city.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:22am

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of gray, blue, and green, with the faint outlines of a city skyline barely visible through heavy fog, conveying a sense of the overwhelming power of nature.As Austin prepares for future natural disasters, the city's final public meeting on its Hazard Mitigation Action Plan aims to gather community input on the unique threats facing local neighborhoods.Round Rock Today

The City of Austin will host the final public meeting on updates to its Hazard Mitigation Action Plan (HMAP) on Thursday, April 16th from 3-5 PM at the Yarborough Branch of the Austin Public Library. The meeting will provide an overview of the HMAP and offer residents an opportunity to share feedback on natural and human-caused hazards impacting the community.

Why it matters

The HMAP is a critical document that helps the city identify, assess, and prepare for potential threats. By gathering community input, Austin can ensure the plan accurately reflects the concerns and needs of local residents.

The details

The HMAP is updated every five years to identify and assess the potential impacts of hazards that could affect the city. Thursday's meeting will allow community members to voice their perspectives on the hazards impacting their neighborhoods and suggest ways the city can mitigate those risks.

  • The final public meeting on the HMAP updates is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 3-5 PM.
  • The HMAP is updated every five years.

The players

City of Austin

The local government responsible for developing and updating the Hazard Mitigation Action Plan to protect the community.

Yarborough Branch of the Austin Public Library

The location hosting the final public meeting on the HMAP updates.

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What’s next

Following the public meeting, the City of Austin will finalize the updated HMAP and submit it for approval.

The takeaway

By engaging the community in the HMAP update process, the City of Austin can ensure the plan effectively addresses the unique hazards and concerns of local residents, strengthening the city's overall resilience.