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Why Austin Native Steven Brown is Voting NO on Prop Q: The Hidden Cost of a 20% Tax Hike on East Austin Families

Lifelong East Austin resident and community leader Steven Brown shares his powerful story of growing up in a tight-knit neighborhood now ravaged by gentrification.

Born and raised on the East Side, Steven reveals how historical policies like the 1928 plan and rising property taxes are pushing families out—forcing heartbreaking choices between kids' after-school programs and skyrocketing bills.

Discover:

• How Prop Q's 20% tax increase could devastate working-class families, equating to the cost of a full Little League season.
• Shocking insights into City Council's dismissive attitude, including a "bingo card" mocking citizen concerns.
• Why this isn't just a race issue—it's classism affecting everyone from old-timers to newcomers.
• The real impact on Austin's culture, affordability, and community spirit: "We cannot afford taxes to be raised right now."

Steven urges Austinites: Vote NO on Prop Q this November to protect our families and hold leaders accountable. Don't let paternalistic policies erase what makes Austin special. If you're in Austin and care about affordability, gentrification, or local politics, watch now and join the conversation.

Early voting starts soon—make your plan! #VoteNoPropQ #AustinTaxes #EastAustin #Gentrification #AustinPolitics #PropertyTaxes #CommunityVoices #TexasElections

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & Why Vote No

00:13 - Steven's Austin Roots

00:42 - Changes in East Austin

01:23 - Gentrification's Roots & Impact

03:09 - Prop Q's Effects on Families

04:49 - Coaching Kids & Tough Choices

06:49 - City Treatment of Communities

09:39 - The Bingo Card Scandal

12:08 - Is City Council Listening?

14:01 - Affordability Crisis Exposed

15:12 - Call to Vote & Final Thoughts