It's been a while and lots has happened! Been a little under the weather for a while but much better now. Had the opportunity to check out Baylor Scott & White - great service and great people. I hope they eventually find out what was wrong with me....
A lot has changed but it's all really the same in reality. The Mayor and Council have been working hard filling vacancies in committees and commissions. Budget season is upon the council and decisions made now will of course affect our taxes. The first budget work session is this coming Monday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Council met on July 16 in regular session - here is that agenda. Here is a link to the video of the meeting. Looks like they are setting up training for new volunteers with the new attorney. They have decided to hire a consultant for the Engagement Committee (tax dollars at work) and have put off the sign ordinance until the new attorney can look it over. That means many signs in November possibly.
The Police Station is on time and on budget and they have changed some of the spread sheets to give more info. Looking good!
Council appointed the firm of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP to represent the city and Cobby Caputo as the new city attorney. I personally know Mr. Caputo and have been impressed with his work over the years. This firm has also represented us on other legal matters - a good choice.
Council passed an ordinance calling a special election for the election of 2 council members. One to replace Jean Hennagin (resigned) and the other to replace Dwight Haley who's shortened term ends in November. Elections will be plurality with two year terms.
Council formed the Wildlife Advisory Committee (WAC?) I think they increased the size to 8 (two alternates). It will be interesting to see what comes of this, I currently have between 18-24 deer across the street every evening (too many) and if the process is "paused" the herd will increase by about 35%. It's my understanding they are going to hire a wildlife biologist to help the committee and do a survey. Interesting conundrum. The only legal options are do nothing, TTT or TTP by Texas law. An experiment could possibly be done with a university - but that would be temporary. Deer would still have to be trapped to mark or have surgery. Any birth control would likely require some type of containment.
Council passed a resolution appointing members to the CBC. Mostly same members with a couple of new faces.
Finally passed an amendment to the Short Term Rental (STR) ordinance. This has been in and out for months. It fixes a couple of issues - one on what constitutes an infraction and the other on time lines.
Contracts were approved for both swim center pool items.
Council went into executive session to talk about current lawsuits.
Work was done on a couple of ordinances in the consent agenda, including changes to the Ethics ordinance to allow the Mayor to appoint the chair. There has been a complaint pending since May 24th that has not been acted on - we'll see what happens.
After discussion, the rest of the consent agenda was passed and the meeting was adjourned.
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The Activity Center is a busy place! Here is a link to the page showing all that is available - take advantage of some of the wonderful offerings!
The Blood Drive is this Saturday, July 21, from 8 a.m. until 12 noon. Schedule an appointment at WeAreBlood.org (refer to Group Code A197) or by emailing LakewayCommunityBloodDrive@gmail.com.
827 Ray's has a new venue next door called the Texas Street Grill - try it out! Here's a coupon for a free appetizer. It is a casual, family friendly open concept. Featuring homemade burgers, local beers, backyard games, in a casual environment.
BSW is having a seminar tonight (July 19) on hernias. Go by and check it out. Starts at 6 p.m.
Police report was officially cancelled by the mayor - too bad, I think folks like to know what was happening. Haven't heard anything about a replacement.
That's all for now - I'll try to get back in a regular schedule. If you want to be added (or removed) from my blog, send a note to lakeway@bain.us and I'll get it done!
See you around town!
Joe Bain
lakeway@bain.us
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