Weekly Update

As previously noted, the city obtained an improved Bond rating - per a question from a citizen (thanks) the City Manager requested our financial advisor to per form a study to see if refinancing some of our outstanding debt would be beneficial. As it turns out, we have a very good rate and refinancing before the call date would affect the cost. If the rates continue to get better and an opportunity arises, the City will take advantage of it!

Mr. Jones met with Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Thursday to discuss locating an ambulance and crew at the new hospital. LMRC indicated they are willing to provide space and services to meet EMS needs. EMS is doing a computer analysis and will let the City and Hospital know of their decision in the near future.

There have been a lot of questions about the other medical facility located behind the post office. There have been negotiations going on between that facility and the larger facility on 620 - it seems that those negotiations have broken off. The short answer is that I don't know what will happen - I'll let you know if I hear something.

The City learned this week that Lake Travis Methodist Church has rejected the request for an easement to construct our new entry monument on their property on RR 620 North. The City and Janet Wright have worked for some time under the impression from previous meetings that the Church would grant the easement - it appears now the City will have to look to other properties for this space.

Andra Streety, Chessie Blanchard and Steve Jones met with Friends of the Parks members George Blume and Michael Smith this week to discuss plans for hiking trails in the Rough Hollow are. Plans are to develop a master plan for the area.

The Comptroller of Public Accounts launched the Texas Comptroller Leadership Circle Program to recognize local governments that are striving to meet a high standard for financial transparency. I'm happy to report the City of Lakeway received the highest level award (Gold) this week for our efforts - GREAT job!

I reported on an auto accident last week in front of the MUD office. It turns out the driver had a medical issue and passed out and after striking the tree, kept running and started the fire. The two officers that suffered from smoke inhalation are in good condition and the officer who was struck by a limb suffered a fractured skull but is in good condition and expected to make a full recovery. GREAT work and thanks for taking care of our citizens!

City Council will meet on Monday evening at 6:30PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Click here for the Agenda.

Board of Adjustment will meet April 21 at 3:00PM. Click here for the Agenda.

City Building Commission will meet April 22 at 9:00AM. Click here for the Agenda.

Thanks for LOOKING! More soon!

Joe Bain
lakeway@bain.us