Weekly Update +

There are several items of interest for the week so let's get started!

Nancy Klingman, Finance Director, is resigning effective November 10 to accept a position of Finance Director for the Village of Ruidoso, New Mexico.  We wish Nancy all the best in her new position and will miss her knowledge.

Looks like there is interest in considering a "no Smoking" ordinance so look for it on future agendas.  Currently there are 3 establishments I am aware of that allow smoking in the City limits.

Travis County joined the City in passing a resolution in opposition to lifting the wastewater effluent discharge ban on the Highland Lakes.  We welcome their support and I will keep you updated as this issue evolves.

PEC sponsored a workshop about he Federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program and our Deputy City Manager Chessie Blanchard represented us at the meeting.  It appears we are initially eligible for about $50,000.  If everything works out, we will use the money for energy audits  of City buildings and to replace the HVAC system at the Activity Center.  GREAT!

David Ferry's department aerated and seeded Lakeway Blvd with perennial ryegrass seed.  They also replaced the irrigation controllers that seem to have a mind of their own on Lohman's Crossing.  They are also preparing for the lights and decorations for the holiday season.

If you remember a while back I talked a little about the reverse 911 that was used to notify residents when the jewelry store was robbed and fugitives were on the loose.  This can be set up to notify you on your cell phone and I am attaching instruction for that if your interested. Emergency Notification System

From Andra Streety:  Jessica Blair is now the Swim Center Manager and her organizational skills will be put to good use there!  Kristen Cole is now the Events Coordinator at the Activity Center.  Dallas Gorman is now the Programs Coordinator, scheduling all programs and classes through the Activity Center. Justin Wright is now a full=time Operator II under Parks Maintenance. 

goblin Glow was a HUGE hit!  About 1500 people attended, there was 5 hot air balloons, face painters, balloon artists, stilt walkers, food and live music featuring the Gary Lee Cox Band.  Looks like it's set up for next year already!  GOOD JOB!

Veteran's Day event will be on Wednesday, November 11th at 11:00AM at the Heritage Center.  The Lights On / Trail of Lights will be held Monday, Nov. 30th in the Activity Center Parking lot and the REAL Santa Claus will be there again this year!

Don't forget to vote!  There are several Constitutional amendments and a property tax increase for the LTISD on the ballot.  If you don't vote, you can't complain!

Thanks for the support!   Email me if you want on the notification list!

Joe Bain
lakeway@bain.us