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The City of Austin is developing a new comprehensive long range plan. Our Develolpment Committee has been monitoring this process.
The city is identifying areas to place high density development, and designating them as town centers. Mid-way through the process, an additional town center was placed on Anderson Lane at MoPac. We are concerned because this designation was not part of the plans originally presented to us for review, and was added without opportunity for discussion or consultation.
At the June 22 board meeting, the NSCNA Board of Directors unanimously approved the following policy resolution:
NSCNA opposes placement of Town Center designation at Anderson Lane at MoPac Expressway until appropriate studies have been conducted and NSCNA is included in the process.
The Board also asked the Development Committee to work with the Allandale Neighborhood Association (the neighborhood on the south side of Anderson), to draft a joint letter to the city. You may view a copy of the letter here.
We will be meeting with the City to understand how this designation was made and how it will impact our neighborhood.
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On Monday, July 4, the North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Association will celebrate Independence Day with its annual parade for neighbors and friends of all ages.Starting at 9:30 am, we’ll gather at Pillow Elementary. At 9:50, we’ll begin to line up for the parade, which starts at 10 am.
The parade will start in front of Pillow Elementary and circle the block around the school. Anyone can participate — on foot, on bicycle, and we usually have some small children in strollers or wagons. Of course, spectators are also important, so if you’re not up for the walk (or ride), we hope you’ll cheer on our parade from the sidewalks around the route.
After the parade, we’ll return to Pillow to enjoy games, face painting, snow cones, balloon twisting and some special Independence Day surprises.
We’ll also give out prizes for the best-decorated parade “vehicles,” and best costumes for humans and pets, so dig up your best red, white and blue couture for the event. We plan to wrap up around 11:30 am.
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Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 8009 Rockwood LaneThe NSCNA Traffic Committee will be meeting to walk a few streets that might be in need of sidewalk repair, and to discuss the recommendations for sidewalk repair as part of the NPP Program application.
For more information, email Traffic Committee chair Jon Menegay at TrafficChair@nscna.org or call him at 751-0520.
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The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued a warning about aggressive door-to-door alarm sales.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging Texas residents to make sure that any alarm salesperson, company or alarm installer that they hire is licensed by the DPS Regulatory Services
Division.Historically, some alarm salespersons have aggressively marketed their services to residents in municipalities—primarily going door to door in neighborhoods. DPS is working with the alarm industry trade associations to provide information to citizens regarding licensed companies and individuals.
Do not let a stranger at your door know that you do not have an alarm.
A legitimate alarm installer will be licensed by the DPS, and they should show you their official ID on request.
“If someone offering alarm-related services shows up at your door unsolicited, ask them for their DPS Private Security pocket card, which will also have their picture,” said Assistant Director RenEarl Bowie of the DPS Regulatory Services Division. “Do not accept any other form of identification as proof you are dealing with a licensed salesperson or installer.”
Alarm companies and installers must be licensed to operate legally in the state of Texas. The licensing process includes a criminal background check to help ensure the safety of the public.
You can view the full DPS press release here: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/director_staff/public_information/pr051111.pdf
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Date: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 11 am to 6 pm
Location: Burnet Road Market, 7611 Burnet RoadThe 2011 Violet Crown Festival moves to Burnet Road this year — you may know this location as the old Travis County Farmers Market site, by the Pour House Pub.
From the festival website: The festival “will feature arts and crafts vendors, family fun, children’s activities, live music, refreshments, and a very special event — the grand opening of the new farmer’s market.” Other activities at the fest include a gardening demonstration and some art-car building.
Admission is free for the festival, which is hosted by Violet Crown Community Works. Proceeds will benefit Urban Patchwork, a nonprofit CSA based in the Violet Crown area.
