About Jimmy

For over 25 years, Jimmy has dedicated his life to service and leadership in Central Texas. In 2016, he was elected to the Austin City Council in District 6, defeating a Republican incumbent and becoming the first openly gay man to serve on city council.

During his time on council, he was a fierce advocate for progressive values across a variety of issues. He served as Chair of the CAPCOG Economic Development board, Chair of the Council’s Judicial and Public Safety Committees, Chair of the Community Advancement Network, Vice Chair of the Council’s Mobility Committee, a member of the Council’s Audit & Finance Committee, on the executive committee of CAPCOG, and on the board of CAMPO, Hate Crimes Task Force, and Pecan Street Project. This leadership in the community during those years continues to pay dividends in the community, from the opening of the new Municipal Court, to the groundbreaking of Peace Family Housing.

Prior to his time on Council, he launched a small business while a student at The University of Texas at Austin, served as President of the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce, served on the Austin Chamber’s Transportation Committee, and organized the Northwest Austin Coalition.

In the last 5 years, he has continued to serve the community through his work helping cities protect their economic development assets, as Public Policy Chair at Jeremiah Program – Austin, and board member of the Human Liberty Project. Jimmy stays active in local politics, advising first-time progressive candidates on how to navigate a complex, challenging, and evolving campaign environment.

Jimmy is happily married, enjoys traveling, talking long walks with his dog, and serving as President of his homeowners association.