***Election Update: Steve Smith decided to withdraw his application from the City Council Race Friday afternoon. He was very gracious and felt his participation in a Commission to better learn about City service would benefit both him and the City. I was moved by his devotion to the City and intend to appoint him to one of the ZAPCO vacancies - I think it will benefit us all!
With his withdrawal, it means an election is no longer required, saving the City significant tax dollars. Please congratulate the remaining candidates, Dwight Haley (incumbent), Jean Hennagin and Keith Trecker (new members). I look forward to working with all of them in the coming years - it looks to be busy times ahead!
I was contacted by the USDA Wildlife Management division Friday. They are interested in doing a "Field Trial" to determine the accuracy of Urban Deer Census'. We should have a proposed plan from them in the next few weeks. It looks to include a daytime count, a night time spotlight count and a night time FLIR count from a helicopter. It should be an interesting trial and hopefully we will be able to get another data point for our deer management program.
The "Great Texas Warrant Round Up" will be starting March 5th - please take care of them before then so you won't be surprised with a stranger at your home or work. Here is a link to more information.
The "Recycling Center" will be holding a March 2nd collection event. Here is a link to times and location - put it on the calendar!
Dr. Robert Van Boven, M.D.,D.D.S. will be hold a kick-off reception March 7, 2016 about a new treatment trial aimed to enhance memory and other cognitive functions in individuals with symptoms related to a history of concussions. This study, sponsored, in part, by LearningRx and Posit Science, leaders in the cognitive-training industry, will study combinations of three approaches to improve brain function and quality of life for military veterans and retired NFL players. Here is a link to the press release. Sounds like a great study - try to attend and find out more about it!
The Hamilton Greenbelt I parking lot will close at end-of-business on Friday, March 4th for construction of the new parking lot and restroom facility. A temporary trail and signage will be installed off of the Rec Path on Lohmans Crossing, redirecting Hamilton Greenbelt I trail users to utilize the sidewalk entry that circles under Lohmans Crossing Bridge. This will safely guide trail users into the greenbelt just beyond the construction zone. The construction zone will be closed to the public during the entire phase of construction. Temporary parking for Hamilton Greenbelt I will be available at the Justice Center and Activity Center parking lots, while the Hamilton Greenbelt II parking lot will remain open the entire time. Construction workers for the project have been given permission to park their personal vehicles in the Justice Center parking lot (away from the building, so as to not interrupt normal business operations).
We were planning a Council Workshop last Monday morning to learn more about our consultants findings on a possible Performing Arts Center. Unfortunately, we goofed up an did not post it 72 hours ahead of the meeting (shy about 5 hours) and had to cancel the meeting because of Open Meetings restrictions. We tried to reschedule for Friday but our consultant had to back out at the last minute so we cancelled that meeting also. We are trying to reschedule sometime in March. This will be a Work Shop and will be an educational meeting for Council with the Consultant. We all have a lot of questions before we do anything!
Plans are to open bids for the Lohmans Crossing / Lohmans Spur traffic signal April 1st and to bring it before Council on April 18th. This should put us on track for a completion date in August.
Captain Farr of the Lakeway Police Department announced his resignation this week. He will be pursuing a new career in Real Estate! We wish him all the luck in his new endeavor!
Here is a new list of events from Dallas Gorman at the Lakeway Activity Center - check it out!
The next "Big Band Bash" is scheduled for March 14th. Here is a link to more information.From the Chief:
Routine traffic stops led to the following charges being filed, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia X 4, Possession of Controlled Substance, and DWI X 2.
Officers took a report of criminal mischief to the mayor’s personal vehicle which appeared to have occurred after a city council meeting.
Officers were summoned to LRMC to conduct a mental health evaluation on a patient. A peace officer emergency detention was done for the patient.
A patient at Vibra rehab hospital threatened/attacked members of the medical staff with a pair of scissors. Staff and police subdued the person and currently no charges have been filed.
A $60,000 bass boat was reported stolen from Lakeway Marina.
Detectives filed Class C Misdemeanor Theft charges against three male subjects who stole various items from Randall’s grocery store. Detectives were able to use video surveillance footage to positively identify the suspects.
Detectives were called out to assist patrol officers with a death investigation on Crestone Stream. The Medical Examiner’s office has concluded that the deceased die from existing medical related issues.
APO Greig participated in a speaking engagement at The University of Texas where the topic of discussion was animal rescues and animal protection operations.
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I hope I haven't left too much out, I lost the blog once and have had to recreate this edition. Have a GREAT weekend!
Joe Bain
lakeway@bain.us
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