Engagement Methods

Jun. 13, 2025

5th St Community Canvassing


Staff members from Mexic-Arte Museum and the Downtown Austin Alliance ready to start canvassing for the 5th Street Mexican American Cultural District.

5th St Community Pop-Ups


Andrew Gonzales, Consultant, tables at event at Republic Square Banner Project
Lawrence Gonzales tables at Taste of Mexico at Republic Square Park
Consultant Andrew Gonzales leads the community engagement through the SWOT analysis of the District.
Photo Credit:  Sylvia Orozco

Participants give input on the 5th St Mexican American Cultural District.
Photo Credit:  Sylvia Orozco

5th St Surveys



All 46 individuals, or 100% of respondents, reported supporting the further development of the 5th Street Mexican American Cultural District. The majority (42 or 91.3%) of Respondents reported that they would like to participate further in the development of The district. A much smaller portion (4 or 8.7%) of Respondents reported that they may be interested in participating further in the development of the district. 


All 32 businesses, or 100% of respondents, said that they would support the further development of the 5th St Mexican American Cultural District, although they reported varying levels of commitment to participate in the further development of the district. Of the 32 respondents, 11 were business stakeholders located on the portion of the corridor along 5th St and east of IH-35. The remaining 21 business stakeholder respondents are businesses located on the western portion of the corridor. 


These outreach initiative highlight the strong enthusiasm and commitment within the community to preserve and celebrate the cultural and historical significance of the 5th St Mexican American Cultural District. By addressing the unique needs and perspectives of each stakeholder group, the engagement process not only informed the development of the corridor but also strengthened the sense of shared ownership and pride among participants. These results lay the groundwork for a collaborative, community-driven approach as we move toward establishing the corridor as a state-designated Cultural Historical District.