About the Fund
On November 5, 2024, Travis County voters approved a tax rate increase of 2.5 cents per $100 property valuation to create a dedicated fund for child care, afterschool, and summer programs. This initiative—known as the Child Care and Out-of-School Time (OST) Fund—is a major step toward expanding access to high-quality, affordable programs for families across our community.
How to Get Involved
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1. Attend a Community Listening Session
Join us in person to share your experiences and ideas directly with County staff and other community members.
Community Listening Session 1: Child Care Fund
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2. Join a Virtual Session
Can’t make it in person? Share your input during a live online session.
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3. Take the Survey
Prefer to provide input on your own time? Complete our quick online survey—available in English and Spanish.
Why This Matters
As the County begins building the infrastructure needed to administer this new fund, community input is essential. We’re gathering voices from across Travis County to help guide how the fund is designed and implemented—ensuring it meets the needs of local families, children, and caregivers.
“ Improving childcare options is our number one priority.”
Make Your Voice Heard
Your feedback will directly shape the future of child care and out-of-school time programs in Travis County. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or advocate, we want to hear from you.
Have questions? Email us at [email protected].
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