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Austin council winners and runoff candidates talk priorities for their districts
Summary by Round Rock News Editorial Desk Abigail Jones , as published by KXAN
· November 5, 2026
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Five of Austin's 10 city council seats were up for election this election cycle. Only two candidates won their races outright, and three will go to runoffs on Dec. 12.
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Key points Only two candidates won their races outright, and three will go to runoffs on Dec. Five of Austin's 10 city council seats were up for election this election cycle. More government Today’s briefing Local events
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