At the center of the dispute is a density bonus ordinance, known as DB90, which the Austin City Council adopted in early 2024 to boost the supply of affordable rental units.

Last week, Watson posted a statement on the Austin City Council's message board outlining proposed changes to DB90, co-sponsored by several council members, to address shortcomings in the ordinance.

Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie on Wednesday announced she will run next year to represent District 8 on the Austin City Council.