Commissioner Ann Howard, Precinct Three

Nirav Shah-Chief of Staff  believes government, and the constituents they serve, are the biggest levers for positive social change. Prior to joining Commissioner Howard’s team, Nirav worked with the City of Austin’s Homelessness Strategy Division where he helped invest federal stimulus funds to scale effective programs and services across the Homelessness Response System. Before the City, Nirav served as a Vice President with Social Finance, a nonprofit that develops public-private partnerships, outcomes-based contracts, and data-driven performance management processes to deliver tangible results for people and social service systems. Nirav also worked with the Office of Management and Budget within the Executive Office of the President, and with various organizations in the finance sector. Nirav holds a Masters of Public Affairs from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs and a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Boston University. Outside of work, Nirav loves spending time with his wife and two kids, socializing with his friends, cooking, and playing sports

Mick Long, Policy Advisor, has lived in Precinct 3 for 30 years. An attorney and graduate of the University of Texas School of Law, Mick has worked in both state and federal government for many years. Most recently, he served as the Director of the Oversight and Enforcement Division of the Texas Public Utility Commission. He has also been in private practice in Austin. An outdoor enthusiast, he loves the beautiful parks and recreational activities that Travis County provides. His new grandson is presently the center of his attention outside of work.

Brianna McBride-Policy Advisor,  Brianna McBride is a two-time Longhorn, earning a Master’s in Public Affairs from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs and her bachelor's in Communication & Leadership and Government from the University of Texas at Austin. Before joining Commissioner Ann Howard's Office, she was an independent capacity-building consultant for local Austin non-profits.

Before working independently, Brianna was a student affairs professional at The University of Texas at Austin. She played a fundamental role in creating and innovating recruitment, retention, and success programs for underrepresented students on the 40 acres. Her work centered on making sustainable change for the people around her. Brianna has never shied away from a tough challenge and believes in the power of people and community-based solutions. She is a published author and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
In her free time, Brianna loves to watch movies, spend time with friends, and mentor young people who share her background. Brianna is excited to continue her career of public service by serving Precinct Three!

Lucy Oglesby, Director of Constituent Services and Communications, is also a long-time resident of Precinct 3, and she looks forward to assisting its residents with any inquiries they may have. She is a veteran of many political campaigns, including President Barack Obama, Governor Ann Richards and Ann Howard, and has worked for several years with political consultant Alfred Stanley. She also has served as a Development Director for the People's Community Clinic and a volunteer for the first Lake Travis Film Festival. Her favorite place to hang out in Precinct 3 is Graceland Grocery at Circle Drive and Highway 290. You can often find her there, grabbing a coffee made especially for her by her teenage son, who works behind the counter as a barista and clerk.