More Rain, CBC, Wildlife Biologist, Taxes and Council

Wonderful RAIN!  Don't complain, the lake is still 9 feet below normal for this time of year.  So far I'm counting 11.5 inches since September 1 - outstanding!  Last Thursday had 1,666 acre-feet inflow to the highland lakes.  Travis did not release any water on Thursday, Travis is at 655.75 - that's about a 1.75 foot increase.  Great news!  Looks like maybe more on the way.  You can see real time weather on my weather station.  There is another link at the top right of the blog.

CBC met in regular session Thursday - here is a link to that agenda.   

4)  Blocking was an issue and applicant was given a height that was the average between surrounding homes.

5)  Waiver was denied - applicant wanted to use a roof material that was inconsistent with roof.

6)  Applicant was allowed a variance on the driveway slope with the provision he put in a hand rail and steps.

7)  Landscaping was approved as requested.

Most of the "ON-SITE" inspections went without issue.
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The Wildlife Advisory Committee met at 5:00 P.M. on Sept 13.  Discussion was held and committee agreed to recommend hiring Warren Bluntzer Wildlife Consulting Services as the city's Wildlife Biologist.
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There will be a regular meeting of the City Council on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 6:30 P.M.  Here is a link to the packet.  I see 31 items on the agenda - long night. 

They will be accepting the tax rate ($0.164) and the budget for the year. 

Some interesting items, they will look at the new sign ordinance (again), hear from a couple of committees and go into Executive Session to discuss two lawsuits, Kilgore v. City of Lakeway and City of Lakeway v. Cherry Knoll, and will be discussing reimbursement of legal expenses in the lawsuit filed by Tiffany McMillan against Mayor Cox.  Still paying expenses created by McMillan (really?).
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Another shameless promotion for my favorite Veterinary Clinic, Lakeway Veterinary.  These folks are outstanding!  They not only go the extra mile on all the patients, but spend a lot of time and money to support the City and the Lakeway Police.  They have been a wonderful addition to the businesses in the Lakeway area - give them a try!

That's all for right now.  I hope everyone is enjoying the rain and cooler weather.  As always, if you want to be added to my email list send a note to lakeway@bain.us and I'll make it happen!

Joe Bain
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