Council Update

Here's an update on the results of tonight's Council meeting:

Mayor DeOme reported that Saturday's blood drive was very successful with 79 units of blood collected.  Thanks to the residents for supporting this important volunteer effort!

During Citizens Participation, Karl Ansbach made a presentation asking the City Council to pass a smoking ordinance for the City of Lakeway.  He mentioned that previous Councils had not been able to get an ordinance through and he felt it was important not only for the residents but for employees of area businesses.

Mayor DeOme made a Proclamation designating October 6, 2009  as "National Night Out" in the City of Lakeway.

There was discussion of the General Fund Budget and a hearing on the Proposed Property Tax rate.  There was no public comment on these issues.

The Council approved an interlocal agreement with the City of Bee Caves for police dispatching and communication services.  Motion was passed unanimously.

There was a lengthy discussion of adopting an ordinance relating to the operation of golf carts.  Council charged the staff to come up with suggestions.  There are many safety concerns and discussion also centered on restrictions, especially requiring a drivers license.

There was a discussion of amending the Solid Waste Collection Ordinance.  This was tabled and sent back with several suggestions for staff to investigate.

All consent agenda items were passed unanimously.

For a pdf of the complete agenda click here.  Agenda

Thanks for LOOKING!  I appreciate the support!

Joe Bain
lakeway@bain.us