Jeffrey earned a bachelor's degree from Jackson State University and a master's degree in public administration from the University of Texas at Austin. He is married and has 3 children. He is a deacon at Abundant Life Community Baptist Church.

Jeffrey previously worked for the city of Austin's code enforcement department. 

Jeffrey Travillion is a county commissioner for Travis County Precinct 1. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 2nd term. 

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Plans to remove tolls from Hwy 130, increase mass transit options, and ensure reliable access to work, school, and health care for East and Northeast Travis County residents.

Plans to remove tolls from Hwy 130 and increase public transit options.

- Plans to remove tolls from Hwy 130 and increase public transit options.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Plans to prioritize building community policing relationships as an alternative to juvenile justice.

Supports expanding community policing as an alternative to juvenile justice.

Believes in providing early access to programs that prevent the "school-to-prison pipeline." Supports using cost savings from juvenile justice interventions to fund Title I school programs like homework centers and work-based learning opportunities.

Believes in providing early access to programs that prevent the "school-to-prison pipeline," including utilizing programs like homework centers and work-based learning opportunities.

- Supports expanding community policing as an alternative to juvenile justice.
- Believes in providing early access to programs that prevent the "school-to-prison pipeline," including utilizing programs like homework centers and work-based learning opportunities.

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to ensure health protections, control flooding, and provide families with access to parks, clean water, and open space.

Pledges to take an active role in ensuring the county controls flooding.

- Pledges to take an active role in ensuring the county controls flooding.

Public Services

Promises to ensure all areas of Precinct 1 receive equal emergency medical services.

Promises to ensure all areas of the district receive equal quality of emergency medical services.

Plans to work with Central Health to expand community clinic access and health care infrastructure in Precinct 1.

Plans to work to expand community clinic access and health care infrastructure.

- Promises to ensure all areas of the district receive equal quality of emergency medical services.
- Plans to work to expand community clinic access and health care infrastructure.

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Jeffrey Travillion

Jeffrey earned a bachelor's degree from Jackson State University and a master's in public administration from the University of Texas at Austin. He is married and has 3 children. Jeffrey is a deacon at Abundant Life Community Baptist Church.

Jeffrey Travillion is currently a county commissioner for Travis County Precinct 1. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 2nd term. 

Endorsed by the Austin Central Labor Council.

Supports the work of Clean Water Action in Texas.

Supports labor unions, as evidenced by being the current vice president of AFSCME Local 1624.

As a leader, helped fund over 50 road improvements in Northeast Travis County.

Plans to work towards removing tolls from Texas 130 to enhance mobility.

Served on the Travis County Bond Advisory Committee in 2011.

As a member of the 2011 Travis County Bond Committee, led efforts to fund over 50 road improvement projects in Northeast Travis County.

Endorsed by the Travis County Sheriffs Officer Association.

Endorsed by the Travis County Sheriffs' Law Enforcement Association.

Plans to report required information to the Texas Ethics Commission.

Hopes to receive a pardon for his conviction before the general election in November.

The campaign's policy is to fulfill all donor refund requests within 60 days of the original contribution. Refund requests made after 60 days will be honored if funds are available and in accordance with Texas Ethics Commission rules.

Supports transparency in campaign financing by disclosing personal information of donors, including name, address, occupation, employer, job title, and spouse's law firm if applicable, for contributions equal or exceeding $100.

Said, "One of the five names on the ballot is likely ineligible to hold the office he seeks...Marc Hoskins, who has a 2000 federal felony conviction for cocaine distribution and has already been removed from the Galveston City Council because of his criminal record, is trying his luck in Travis County."

Believes in addressing the county’s affordability crisis.

Supports addressing affordability to improve housing dynamics.

Supports the Austin Project and the Austin Community College Center for Public Policy and Political Studies, as a current board member.

Believes in community involvement and service through church participation.

Served as president of the KLRU Community Advisory Board, which provides oversight and feedback to the KLRU public television station.

Believes in advocating for public education and community involvement.

Served on the Board of Directors of the Austin Project, a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the lives of children and families in Austin through community-based programs and services.

Served as a board member for Child Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides services for children and families.

As a judge, worked to secure a tutorial program for Austin Independent School District students taking standardized tests.

Promises to advocate for equitable access to public services.

Served as a member of the Board of Directors for the local library.

Believes that winning the Democratic primary for Travis County commissioner guarantees a long tenure in office, suggesting that the primary election is crucial for political success in the region.

Supports strong community connections and local leadership in public service roles.

Jeffrey Travillion lives in Precinct 1, Travis County, with his wife Perri and their three children. He attended Jackson State University, Carnegie-Mellon University, Harvard University, and the University of Texas LBJ School of Public Affairs. He is a deacon at Abundant Life Community Baptist Church.

Jeffrey Travillion is a Travis County Commissioner. He has worked in state and city government for 30 years, including roles at the Texas General Land Office and the City of Austin. He is also a former President of the Austin Chapter of the NAACP.

Jeffrey Travillion has served as the Travis County Commissioner for Precinct 1 since 2016. He was previously the President of the Austin NAACP and served on the 2011 Travis County Bond Committee.

- County commissioners vote on the budget and appropriations, which fund essential county services like road maintenance.
- They create and enforce civil and criminal laws that align with state regulations, including land use and construction codes.
- Commissioners implement state and federal mandates while overseeing county agencies and public buildings.
- They also set tax rates for the county and its subdivisions.
- Each Texas county has four commissioners and a county judge, forming the local governing body known as the Commissioners Court.