Lala's opening South Austin Location (communityimpact.com)
Stoked for this
Recently annexed areas in Austin could vote to leave city this spring (communityimpact.com)
McKalla station opens across from soccer stadium (communityimpact.com)
Council moves to extend Austin police benefits as oversight dispute continues (communityimpact.com)
Voters overwhelmingly passed the Equity Action measure and soundly rejected the APA-backed alternative last spring. However, Austin held off on some updates given legal concerns about their implementation. That situation led City Council to formally call to cement the updates in September. But even after that vote, some say the...
Austin ISD renovations to begin (communityimpact.com)
Free drive-thru vaccinations for pet owners Jan. 6 (communityimpact.com)
“Why so many toll roads in Austin?” (communityimpact.com)
I don’t see any mention of Rick Perry in this article for some reason. Also note how the gas tax isn’t a percentage of the price per gallon, but a flat amount that hasn’t been adjusted for inflation since the 1990s.
Texas amendment results rundown (communityimpact.com)
Good list of everything that passed and by how much.
Texas amendment results rundown (communityimpact.com)
cross-posted from: lemmy.world/post/7979443...
The costs of cap and stitch (communityimpact.com)
Note the $44 to $48 million in yearly maintenance costs after the project is completed.
Austinites react to 'HOME' proposal to allow more housing on single-family property (communityimpact.com)
Austin Energy: higher rates, more fees coming (communityimpact.com)
Winter storm review outlines nearly 80 fixes for Austin's emergency response efforts (communityimpact.com)
Austin Energy aims to ramp up tree trimming after years of 'playing catch-up' (communityimpact.com)
“As you know, we’re playing catch-up. Thirteen years at not meeting industry standards is kind of difficult to catch up on, but by ‘28 we’ll be fully caught up, and then we’ll go on our five-year cycle," he said. “We are trimming trees; as we stand here today, we have about 50 or 60 crews out there.”
Where is Burnet/Gateway? (communityimpact.com)
Are they talking about Domain? MCC?...
Trail of Lights posts ticket prices and schedule (communityimpact.com)
Looks like it has gone full ACL. I miss the days of wandering up and drinking hot spiked cider next to the giant firepit.
Austin Energy price increase (communityimpact.com)
Major closure slated at I-69, Loop 610 intersection for Aug. 25 weekend (communityimpact.com)
The Texas Department of Transportation plans to shut down all I-69 main lanes at Loop 610 as crews continue work on new connector ramps between the two roads.
I-45 to Alvin section of Grand Parkway slated for 2026 construction (communityimpact.com)
Construction for sections of the Grand Parkway to run through Galveston and Brazoria Counties is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Thirsty Planet Brewing Co. to close taproom, suspend operations (communityimpact.com)
Thirsty Planet Brewing Co. is closing its taproom and suspending distribution.
Only 39% of Houston households can afford home amid rising interest rates (communityimpact.com)
New data from the Houston Association of Realtors' July index shows 39% of local households can buy a $348,300 median-price home.
3 changes Harris County drivers will notice on their toll bill (communityimpact.com)
Harris County Toll Road Authority updated its EZ TAG account holder agreement after commissioners approved the new terms at a July 18 Commissioners Court meeting.
Texas reserves more than $60M for homeless shelter expansions, services in Austin (communityimpact.com)
Positive news from the state on this issue, and kudos to Kirk Watson for knowing how to build relationships and get things done with the state
Car Condos coming to Circuit of the America's (communityimpact.com)
The condos will be designed for either cars or motorcycles and will provide owners with customized interiors specifically made to house those vehicles utilizing a two-level design with floor plans ranging between 1,500-6,000 square feet. Additionally, buyers will select from one of four available finishes. Those who purchase a...
Friendswood ISD faces possible $2.46M shortfall (communityimpact.com)
Friendswood ISD officials are projecting a $2.46 million shortfall with the upcoming budget, which, according to district documents, could grow or shrink depending on what happens in the coming months.
