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Do council candidates live where they say they do? Austin doesn't check, but we do
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Grace Reader , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· August 20, 2026
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Key points The investigation's findings are available, but details are not provided here. An investigation examined the residency claims of council candidates.
An investigation examined the residency claims of council candidates. Researchers reviewed city elections documents, voting records, and appraisal district records to verify the information. In some cases, candidates were asked to provide proof of residency through various documents, including official mail, leasing agreements, IDs, and utility bills.
The investigation's findings are available, but details are not provided here.
Further information on the investigation and its results can be found through the source.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
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