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A SHARED VISION

Exper ts in Austin, San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country and Around the World

Kuper Realty Corporation was founded in 1972 as a commercial brokerage and later expanded our services to include residential real estate, specializing in the upscale market. In 1980 the company became a Sotheby’s affiliate, thus becoming Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty. In 2003, Capital City Sotheby’s International Realty was launched to fill the need for a brokerage that offered personalized service, long-term relationships, plus had a truly international marketing reach. A new strategic par tnership was formed in 2012 when Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty merged our San Antonio brokerage with the local Austin affiliate. When Amelia Bullock founded her company in 1969 she made a very clear decision to create a different kind of Real Estate Company. Together with Barbara Wallace, they focused on delivering something different, something better than a transaction. In 2014, the three unique and successful brokerages came together under the Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty brand, owned and operated by J Kuper, in keeping with the Kuper family real estate tradition and reputation.

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RELOCATION A Full-Service Relocation Depar tment

Kuper Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realty has a full service relocation depar tment that provides services for relocation management companies that handle the relocation process for most large corporations in the United States as well as assisting with international moves. KSIR is a member of Car tus, the largest relocation management network in the United States, and we have facilitated over $70,000,000 in relocation moves each of the past two years and are on target to exceed that number in 2014. With the many affiliations our relocation depar tment has with the corporations and their management companies we have provided buyers for many of the sellers in our communities. The depar tment is headed by Ruby Ng and the company retains the Cer tified Relocation Professional designation through ERC. This prestigious cer tification generates many oppor tunites to assist corporate buyers moving to San Antonio and Austin.

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OFFICE LOCATIONS

Central Office Alamo Heights 6606 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, TX 78209 210.822.8602

North Office The Dominion 4 Dominion Drive San Antonio, TX 78257 210.698.3100

Central Office Westlake 4301 Westbank, Bldg. B, Ste. 100 Austin, TX 78746 512.327.4800

Hill Country Office Boerne 1002 River Rd. Ste. 300 Boerne, TX 78006 830.816.5260

Northwest Office Spicewood 8008 Spicewood Lane Austin, TX 78759 512.345.2100

West Office Bee Cave 13420 Galleria Circle Ste. A-105 Austin, TX 78738 512.261.0008

North Central Office Stone Oak 434 N. Loop 1604 W. #3103 San Antonio, TX 78232 210.490.1200

Southwest Office Barton Creek 2700 Barton Creek Blvd. Austin, TX 78735 512.328.0058

Downtown Office Downtown Austin 524 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, Texas 78703

Y O U R

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REAL ESTATE AGENT KIM BURKE As a Top Producer, I am dedicated to providing the highest level of concierge ser vice with the number one goal of creating a lifetime customer care relationship. I am a dedicated and knowledgeable Austin real estate agent who will provide you with highly specialized infor mation, mar ket-knowledge and excellent negotiating skills as a Cer tif ied Negotiating Exper t so that you meet your purchasing and selling goals.

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty 2700 Barton Creek Road #200 Austin, Texas 78735

c: 512.912.6075 o: 512.328.0058 kim.burke@sothebysrealty.com kuperrealty.com

I under stand that ever y real estate tr ansac tion is unique and I strive to make ever y one smooth. With an ever changing mar ket, I research and adopt cut ting edge mar keting techniques such as Social Media Mar keting, QR codes and SMS features. I am continually improving my skills through conferences, designations and seminar s. With my ex tensive background in long ter m customer care and mar keting, I believe the close of any tr ansac tion is the “ Star ting Line” for a lifetime customer care relationship. It is impor tant to wor k in a cooper ative environment as opposed to being in competition (with other real estate agents). I make ever y tr ansac tion a positive experience for all par ties involved by providing collabor ative negotiating techniques, high integrity and the upmost professionalism. Real Estate in my passion, but it doesn’t def ine me; I enjoy spending time with my husband and kids, Piper and Pax ton. I feel the need to give back to my community by volunteering for my church, Lake Hills Church, Rooster Springs Elementar y PTA , and I have sat on the Austin Board of RE ALTORS Grievance and Political ac tion commit tees. My area of exper tise is but not limited to West Austin, Westlake Hills, Downtown/Centr al Austin, Dripping Springs, Hays county, luxur y estates, resor t proper ties and high-rise/lof t living.

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Climate

The Central Texas climate is classified as â&#x20AC;&#x153;humid subtropicalâ&#x20AC;? with hot summers, while mild weather prevails during most of the winter. Luckily, freezing temperatures occur only about 25 days per year. Cold spells are short and seldom last more than two days. While summer days are hot, summer nights are usually pleasant. Most of the time, the moderate effects of the Gulf of Mexico limit daytime highs; however, they also add higher humidity. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The heaviest amounts of precipitation occur in May and September. Local up-to-date weather reports online: www.go-texas.net/Hill-Country/Weather www.news8austin.com/content/weather www.fox7.com www.kvue.com www.weareaustin.com/weather/weather www.kxan.com www.weather.com Annual Averages Precipitation: 31.35 in (79.63 cm) Snowfall: 0.8 in (2.0 cm) Wind speed: 7.9 mph (12.7 kph) Relative humidity: 67%

Getting Around

Airports | Roads & Highways | Railway Lines | Buses | Urban Transportation

Austin’s top-notch airport facilities, coupled with the intersection of Interstate Highway 35 and major U.S. and state highways, makes Central Texas a convenient location for materials distribution and business travel. The city’s public transportation system and bicycle Lanes provide viable alternatives to driving, although motoring around town is still popular and convenient with several major highway routes. Three of the nation’s largest cities—Dallas, Houston and San Antonio—are less than 3 hours away by road. Laredo is a major port of entry between U.S. and Mexico and is only 4 hours from Austin on I-35. So many ways to travel... Texas Department of Transportation www.dot.state.tx.us Online map source: www.mapquest.com www.lib.utexas.edu/maps/atlas_texas

Airports Austin Bergstrom International Airport Located on the site of the former Bergstrom Air Force Base, in southeast Austin on Texas Hwy. 71 near the intersection with U.S. Hwy. 183 and the NAFTA Highway (Interstate Hwy 35). The airport is eight miles from downtown and the State Capitol. For immediate assistance: 530.2242 www.ci.austin.tx.us/austinairport

Opened in 1999, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was designed to meet the needs of a fast-growing Central Texas community and continues to make improvements to uphold its reputation as one of the best in the nation. AirTran Airways a subsidiary of Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, KAAIR, American Airlines, Branson AirExpress, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, US Airways offer service to a total of 48 destinations in the U.S. and Mexico. A $20 million state-of-the-art cargo facility opened in 1997, making Central Texas an ideal region for distribution. Approximately 114,667,700 lbs million pounds of cargo were shipped from ABIA between January and September 2010. In 2011 a total of 6,000,000 travelers passed through Austin Bergstrom. The art, artisan and cultural expression in the Barbara Jordan Terminal of Austin Bergstrom International Airport contributes to a sense of arrival into Central Texas

by communicating numerous literal and symbolic references to the region’s geography, landmarks, history, diverse cultures, and the spirit of the people and what they hold valuable. It is filled with local restaurants, shops, art, and even a courtyard in the Barbara Jordan Terminal with a stage that routinely hosts live music performances by Austin area musicians. For the sixth consecutive year Austin’s airport was ranked fourth among airports in North America, by Airport Council International’s (ACI) 2011 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) passenger survey. Austin Executive Airport (6R4) Open to the public 6012 Aviation Dr, Pflugerville, 78660 www.austinexecutiveairport.com 247.7678 Georgetown Municipal Airport (KGTU) Open to the public 500 Terminal Dr, Georgetown, 78628 http://airport.georgetown.org 930.3666 Lago Vista - Rusty Allen Airport (RYW): Publicly owned, open to the public. 304 Flightline Rd, Lago Vista, 78645 http://raapoa.com 267.4573 Lakeway Airpark (3R9): Privately owned, open to the public. 115 Flying Scot, Lakeway, 78734 www.3r9.org | 261.4385 Kittie Hill (77T) Open to the public 17851 Ronald W. Reagan Blvd, Leander, 78641 259.0350 San Marcos Municipal Airport (HYI): . Publicly owned, open to the public. 1807 Airport Dr, Ste. 200, San Marcos, 78666 www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us/index.aspx?page=84 353.2379 Shoreline Ranch Airport (1TX4): Private 18207 Travis Dr, Lago Vista, 78645 267.3773

Roads & Highways Major Thoroughfares • Interstate Highway 35 (runs through Laredo, San Antonio, San Marcos, Austin, Waco, Dallas/Fort Worth) • U.S. Highway 183 • U.S. Highway 290 • State Highway 71 • FM 620 • SH 29 • State Loop 1 (nicknamed MoPac for the historic Missouri Pacific Railway line that runs along it) • State Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) • SH 130 will connect to I-35 north of Georgetown and to I-10 east of San Antonio when completed.

Toll Roads www.texastollways.com 936.0980 The Central Texas Turnpike System relieve congestion to I-35 and surrounding roads within Travis & Williamson counties. Consists of 3 major parts: • SH 130 - a 4 Ln, 49 mile tollway east of I-35 that runs from north of Georgetown to U.S. 183 in southeast Travis County. • SH 45 North - a 4 to 6 Ln, 13 mile tollway with limited frontage roads extending from Ridgeline Boulevard west of U.S. 183 to SH 130. • Loop 1 - a 6 Ln, 3 mile tollway with limited frontage roads extending from Parmer Ln. to SH 45 North. www.texastollways.com Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization provides information about toll Roads, Road construction, regional rapid transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects. www.campotexas.org For Austin Area Toll Roads click here

Railway Lines Amtrak’s Texas Eagle Runs from Chicago, IL to San Antonio, with connecting service to Los Angeles, CA. www.texaseagle.com San Marcos Amtrak Station www.amtrak.com 800.872.7245 Austin Steam Train These leisurely historic rides include the Hill Country Flyer, Bertram Flyer, River City Flyer, and Twilight Flyer. www.austinsteamtrain.org 477.8468

Buses Greyhound Greyhound Lines, Inc. is the largest provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 2,300 destinations with 13,000 daily departures across North America. 916 E. Koenig Ln, Austin, 78751 www.greyhound.com 458.4463 Capital Area Rural Transportation System Serving the Texas counties of Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, and non-urbanized areas of Travis and Williamson Counties http://ridecarts.com 1.800.456.7433 (or in Austin call 478.7433) Capital Metro www.capmetro.org 474.1200 or 800.474.1201 Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Capital Metro) transports over 130,000 passengers a day. On most buses the fee is $1.00, but rides are free on Ozone Days (check www.austintexas.gov for Ozone Days). Current UT and ACC ID card holders ride free; other students with valid school IDs ride for half the cost. Frequent rider discounts are available. Schedules can be picked up at most libraries, HEB and Randall’s supermarkets, Capital Metro ticket sales outlets and online. www.goestores.com/home.aspx?Merchant=capitalmetron

Capital Metro makes it easy to get around by bus with their online Trip Planner: www.capmetro.org/planner or just call to plan your trip. Route 100 Airport Flyer travels to ABIA and is a great alternative to avoid airport parking. 2910 E. 5th St, 78702 Capital MetroRail is a 32-mile starter line that provides service to commuters during peak morning and afternoon hours. MetroRail operates on existing freight tracks and has nine stations from Leander to Downtown Austin. Capital Metro is developing plans to increase frequency and expand the days and hours of service. Any expansion will require additional resources for purchasing more vehicles, building more railroad track and other infrastructure. For Capital MetroRail Map click here All Systems Go is our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-range transportation plan that addresses the pressures of rapid regional population growth in the Greater Austin area. It is a roadmap to cut through traffic congestion and help ensure that our communities remain great places to live, work and play. Thousands of citizens helped create the plan, which includes Capital MetroRail, Capital MetroRapid, expanded Local and Express bus services, more Park & Ride locations and possible future rail services in Central Texas. For All System Go Map click here

Urban Transportation Services Metrocycle Pedycabs 100% human powered safe and fun rides throughout DT Austin. www.metrocyclecab.com 825.1276

Austin

Live Music Capital of the World Austin is truly a city with heart and soul. It brims with both southern tradition and quirky eccentricity. The area is politically charged and culturally rich. A high-tech, big city meets a low-key, college town. A city far from ordinary, it’s the kind of place where you check your worries at the city limits sign, trade in suits for something a bit more casual and prepare for experiences you’ll find only in Austin.

Austin Factoids Area code: 512 Time zone: Central Founding Date: 1839 Original name: Waterloo (Capital of the Republic of Texas) City population: 790,390 (2010 U.S. Census) Total City of Austin land area: 297.90 sq. mi. (2010) Mayor: Lee Leffingwell County: Travis County Judge: Samuel T. Biscoe Average days of sunshine per year: 300 Average temperature: 70° F Elevation: 125 to 1000 ft. above sea level

City

A Brief History of Austin 1838: Austin was recommended as the site for the new capital by Mirabeau B. Lamar, Vice President of the young Republic of Texas. Lamar dreamed that the beautiful area around Waterloo, a city that once stood on the banks of the Colorado River, would become “the seat of a future empire.” As president of the Republic in 1839, Lamar recommended the site to a congressional commission appointed to pick the new capital. Despite Sam Houston’s objections, the commission chose Lamar’s site, now presentday Austin. 1840: Austin population was 856 1873: Gracy Title Company was established 1881: Austin public schools admit their first classes 1882: The cornerstone for Old Main, the first building at UT, was dedicated November 17. The following September, the first 221 UT students attended class. 1888: The Capitol building was dedicated on May 16. 1893: The Great Granite Dam on the Colorado River is constructed. This dam would later be replaced by a series of government-funded dams. 1917: Barton Springs Pool becomes part of the city park, which would be later known as Zilker Park. 1941: Lake Travis is created by the impounding of the Colorado River and the completion of Mansfield Dam.

Distance to the Border: It is 225 miles from the Mexican border. San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas are all within 200 miles of Austin.

1982: The 360 bridge is erected

Dress: Spring, summer and fall are all suitable for shorts, short sleeves and light dresses. In winter, a sweater or light jacket may be needed. A few days of the year during the colder months may require a heavy coat. Surrounding Counties: Williamson, Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Blanco For Austin Area Map Click here

Population

Austin-area growth rate ranks 2nd in nation American-Statesman

Population & Diversity Austin boasts a diverse labor force in its young, growing and talented population. There were 48,167 students were enrolled at the University in Texas Austin in Spring of 2010. In fact, over one quarter of Austin holds a Bachelor’s Degree. Almost half the region’s population is in peak working age; 20-44, which lends itself to a strong entrepreneurial culture with creative energy.

According to new census population estimates Austin-Round Rock- San Marcos ranking as the nation’s second fastest growing metro area between April 2010 and July 2011, with a 3.9 percent population increase. The new estimates put the Austin metro area’s population at 1.78 million. The Austin metro area added 67,230 people during the 15month period (which ranked 10th in the nation), or 4,482 a month. Travis County had the majority of that gain, with 38,858.

Population by Race & Origin (Austin Metropolitan Statistical Area 2010 US Census Bureau)

In Travis County, migration, which the Census Bureau defines as including domestic and international migration, accounted for 61.5 percent of the 38,858 population increase from April 2010 to July 2011. Of that figure, 17,453 was domestic, according to today’s data.

Population by Age & Sex (Demographic Profile Date: 2010 US Census Bureau)

Total Austin city Population

790,390

Male

399,738

50.6 %

Female

390,652

49.4 %

Under 5 years

57,982

7.3 %

5 to 9 years

50,407

6.4 %

10 to 14 years

42,685

5.4 %

15 to 19 years

51,525

6.5 %

20 to 24 years

87,378

11.1%

25 to 29 years

88,116

11.1%

30 to 34 years

75,570

9.6 %

35 to 39 years

64,052

8.1%

40 to 44 years

52,680

6.7 %

For the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area, which includes Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop and Caldwell counties, migration accounted for 65 percent of net population increase. Domestic migration accounted for more than 82 percent of that portion.

45 to 49 years

49,403

6.3 %

50 to 54 years

45,933

6.3 %

55 to 59 years

39,333

60 to 64 years

29,631

3.7 %

65 to 69 years

18,679

2.4 %

70 to 74 years

12,285

1.6 %

75 to 79 years

9,624

1.2 %

80 to 84 years

7,500

0.9 %

85 years and over

7,607

Median age (years)

31.0

Top 5 fastest growing U.S. metro areas, by percentage 1. Kennewick-Pasco-Richland, Wash., 4.3 percent increase 2. Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, 3.9 3. Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Ga, 3.4 4. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, 3.0 5. Raleigh-Cary, N.C, 2.9 Top 5 fastest growing metro areas in Texas, by percentage 1. Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, 3.9 2. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, 3.0 3. El Paso, 2.5 4. Midland, 2.5 5. Laredo, 2.5 City & State Organizations City of Austin website www.austintexas.gov Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce www.austinchamber.com 478.9383 Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau www.austintexas.org 474.5171 or 800.926.2282 The Austin Housing Finance Corporation www.austintexas.gov/department/austin-housing-financecorporation 974.3100

Economy

County Human Resources Departments

Austin is not only an enjoyable and enriching city in which to live, but a great place to work and do business. Many companies prefer Austin to places like New York City or Los Angeles because of the low cost of living, rapidly developing real estate market and well-educated and diverse workforce. Explore the major industries shaping our city and area employment opportunities.

Austin www.austintexas.gov/department/human-resources 974.3210

Employment By Industry (Austin City Statistical Area - 2011 Texas Workforce Commission, Current Employment Statistics.)

Total non-farm

791,400

Construction, natural resources, & mining

39,500

Manufacturing

49,900

Wholesale trade

41,900

Retail trade

83,900

Transportation, warehousing, & utilities

13,300

Information

20,100

Financial activities

44,100

Professional & business services

116,300

Educational & health services

90,900

Leisure & hospitality

89,900

Other services

33,500

Government

168,100

Travis County Human Resources www.co.travis.tx.us 854.9165 Cost of Living (Cost of living index ACCRA 2010) Note: The ACCRA Cost of Living Index measures differences between areas in the cost of consumer goods and services, excluding taxes and non-consumer expenditures. It measures the relative price levels for consumer goods and services in participating areas. The average for a participating place, both metropolitan and nonmetropolitan, equals 100, and each participantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s index is read as a percentage of the average for all places. Cost of Living Index, 2012

Unemployment Rates Estimates

AUSTIN

3.7 %

4.4 %

6.7 %

8.4 %

6.8%

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4.4 %

4.9 %

7.5 %

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4.6 %

5.8 %

9.3 %

10.8%

8.9% Economic Development Organizations

Greater Austin Region Top 25 major Employers Summer 2012 Excludes hospitals and other care providers, school districts, and other local governments agencies.

Austin Technology Incubator 3925 W. Braker Ln, Ste. 400, Austin 78705 www.ati.utexas.edu 305.0000 Better Business Bureau

www.austinchamber.com

Activision Blizzard

1,200

Advanced Micro Devices

2,850

Apple

3,500

Austin Community College

5,682

Applied Materials

2,250

AT&T

3,450

Charles Schwab

1,100

Dell

16,000

Farmers Insurance Group

1,500

Flextronics (formerly Solectron)

2,113

Freescale Semiconductor

5,000

Harte-Hanks Response Management

1,500

Hospira

1,200

IBM Corp.

6,239

Intel Corp.

6,239

Lower Colorado River Authority

2,264

National Instruments

2,534

Progressive Insurance Co.

1,186

Samsung Austin Semiconductor

2,400

Sears Customer Care

1,500

State Farm Insurance Co.

2,000

Texas State University-San Marcos*

6,304

University of Texas at Austin

25,974

Wells Fargo Bank Texas

1,455

Whole Foods Market

1,779

Education

1005 La Posada, Austin 78752 www.central.bbb.org 445.2911 Big Austin, Business Investment Growth 1050 E. 11th St, Ste. 350, Austin 78702 www.bigaustin.org 928.8010 Business Solutions Center One Texas Center - 505 Barton Springs Rd, Austin 78704 www.cityofaustin.org/sbdp/bsc.htm 974.7786 Texas Workforce Commission www.twc.state.tx.us State of Texas www.window.state.tx.us Greater Austin Chamber 210 Barton Springs Rd, Ste. 400, Austin 78704 www.austinchamber.org 478.9383 Texas Economic Development & Tourism (Office of the Governor) P.O. Box 12428, Austin 78711 www.governor.state.tx.us/ecodevo 463.2000

Public Schools Requirements for Registering for Public School: To register and enroll your child in the school that he or she is zoned to attend, bring the following to school: • The child’s birth certificate or other proof of age identity • Proof of your identity and resident dress (driver’s license and utility bill) • A record of your child’s current immunizations signed by a doctor. Your child may be eligible to enroll provisionally if the required immunization process has begun. Texas law

requires that a child must be enrolled by the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parent or guardian or another person with legal control of the child under a court order. It also requires the district to record the name, address, and date of birth of the person enrolling the student. For more about public education in Texas, visit: www.tea.state.tx.us School District Locator Handy interactive map tool for finding school district boundaries and school locations: http://wgisprd.tea.state.tx.us/SDL/ For School Districts Map Click here Austin ISD 1111 W. 6th St, 78703 www.austin.isd.tenet.edu 414.1700

Education is a priority in the Central Texas area with many accredited options to choose from. Higher education is very accessible in the Austin region, with several area universities, colleges, and many career and vocational schools available to serve the growing needs of a population hungry for knowledge. Top 10 Colleges & Universities Ranked by total enrollment as of fall 2010 Austin Business Journal 2012 Book Of Lists

1- University of Texas at Austin Enrollment: 51,195 P.O. Box Z, 78713 www.utexas.edu 471.3434 2 - Austin Community College District Enrollment: 44,100 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd, 78752 www.austincc.edu 223.7000 3 - Texas State University-San Marcos Enrollment: 32,572 601 University Dr, San Marcos, 78666 www.txstate.edu 245.2111 4 - St. Edwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University Enrollment: 5,454 3001 S. Congress Ave. 78704

2010-2011 Central Texas Public School Accountability Rating System E = Exemplary | R = Recognized A = Academically Acceptable L = Academically Unacceptable | X = Not Rated (Other)

www.stedwards.edu 448.8400

5 - Concordia University Texas Enrollment: 2,573 11400 Concordia University Dr, 78726 www.concordia.edu 313.3000

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0 0

6 - Southwestern University Enrollment: 1,373 1001 E. University Ave. 78626 www.southwestern.edu 863.651

Eanes

0 0

Elgin

0 0

Florence

0 0

Georgetown

0 4

7 - Huston-Tillotson University Enrollment: 901 900 Chicon SI. 78702 www.htu.edu 505.3006

Granger

0 0

Hays

10 4

0 4

Hutto

0 2

Jarrell

0 1

Johnson City

0 0

Lago Vista

0 0

Lake Travis

0 1

Leander

21 11 2

0 3

Liberty Hill

0 2

Lockhart

0 2

Luling

0 1

Manor

1 2

Marble Falls

0 1

Pflugerville

15 5

0 1

Round Rock

25 16 3

0 1

San Marcos

0 1

Taylor

0 1

Wimberley

0 0

8 -Devry University - Austin Enrollment: 357 11044 Research Blvd., Ste. B-100 78759 www.devry.edu 231.2500 9 - Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin 2700 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. 512 78757 Enrollment: 213 www.aoma.edu 454.1188 10 - Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary Enrollment: 197 100 E. 27th SI. 78705 www.austinseminary.edu 404.4800 Top 10 Career & Tech Schools Ranked by total enrollment as of fall 2010 Austin Business Journal 2012 Book Of Lists

A L X

Total Schools

District

1 - New Horizons Computer Learning Center 300 E. Highland Mall Blvd, Ste. 100, 78752 Enrollment: 3,138 www.nhcomputerlearning.com 349路955 2 - Everest Institute Enrollment: 1,721 9100 E. Hwy. 290, Ste. 100, 78724 www.cci.edu 928.1933 3 - Austin Institute of Real Estate Enrollment: 1,715 8828 Research Blvd, 78758

Top 10 Private Schools Ranked by total enrollment as of fall 2010 Austin Business Journal 2012 Book Of Lists 1 - Regents School of Austin Inc. (K - 12th)

www.austininstitute.com 453.0900 4 - Southern Careers Institute Enrollment: 740 2301 S. Congress Ave, Ste. 27, 78704 www.scitexas.edu 432.140 5 - Virginia College at Austin Enrollment: 700 6301 E. Hwy. 290, 78723 www.vc.edu 371.3500 6 - CyberTex Institute of Technology Enrollment: 700 6300 La Calma Dr, Ste. 350, 78752 www.cybertexit.com 454.6116 7 - The Academy of Health Care Professions Enrollment: 442 6505 Airport Blvd, Ste. 102, 78752 www.ahcp.edu 892.2835 8 - Allied Health Careers Enrollment: 400 5424 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. 105, 78735 www.alliedhealthcareers.net 892.5210 9 - Lauterstein-Conway Massage School Enrollment: 225 4701-B Burnet Rd, 78756 www.tlcschool.com 374.9222 10 - MediaTech Institute Enrollment: 85 200 Academy Dr, Ste. A, 78704 www.mediatech.edu 447.2002

Enrollment: 902 3230 Travis Country Circle, 78735 www.regentsschool.com 99.8095 2 - St. Andrew’s Episcopal School (1st - 12th ) Enrollment: 831 1112 W. 31st St, 78705 www.sasaustin.org 299.9800 3 - Brentwood Christian School (PreK4 - 12th) Enrollment: 670 11908 N. Lamar Blvd, 78753 www.brentwoodchristian.org 835.5983 4 - St. Stephen’s Episcopal School (6th - 12th) Enrollment: 664 6500 St. Stephen’s Dr, 78746 www.sstx.org 327.1213 5 - Hyde Park Baptist Schools (K - 12th) Enrollment: 550 3901 Speedway St, 78751 www.hpbs.org 465.8331 6 - Holy Family Catholic School (PreK - 8th) Enrollment: 484 9400 Neenah Ave, 78717 www.holyfamilycs.org 246.4455 7 - Round Rock Christian Academy (PreK - 12th) Enrollment: 480 301 N. Lake Creek Dr, 78681 www.rrca-tx.org 255.4491

Charter Schools

8 - Hill Country Christian School of Austin (PreK 12th) Enrollment: 465 12124 N. RR 620, 78750 www.hccsa.org 331.7036

Open-enrollment charter schools are public schools that have the flexibility to adapt to the educational needs of individual students. Openenrollment charter schools vary in mission and model, serving a wide range of students, many with needs beyond the one-size-fits-all traditional public school.

9 - Veritas Academy (PreK - 12th) Enrollment: 428 4220 Monterey Oaks Blvd, 78749 www.veritasacademy.net 891.1673

Texas Charter Schools Association www.txcharterschools.org

10 - St. Theresa’s Catholic School (PreK - 8th) Enrollment: 425 4311 Small Dr, 78731 www.st-theresa.org 451.7105

MISSION TYPES

RTC/JDC: Serves students in a residential setting or who have been ordered or assigned to attend the school by a court of law. College Prep: A public charter school with a stated mission to prepare students for a 4-year college degree. Alternative/Dropout Recovery: Serve students who have dropped out of school or are at-risk of dropping out of school based on the statutory definition. Special Mission: Serve students in any grade level with a distinctive area of foci. Schools in this category include schools such as fine arts, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) American Youthworks Charter School (9-12) School Type: Alternative/Dropout Recovery 216 E. 4th St, 78701 www.americanyouthworks.org 744.1900 American Youthworks Charter School South Campus (9-12) School Type: Alternative/Dropout Recovery 1901 E. Ben White Blvd, 78741 www.americanyouthworks.org 744.1900 Austin Can Academy Charter School (9-12) School Type: Alternative/Dropout Recovery 2406 Rosewood, 78702 www.texanscan.org 477.4226 Austin Discovery School (KG-6) School Type: Special Mission 8509 FM 969, Ste. 200, 78724 www.austindiscoveryschool.org 674.0700

Cedars International Academy (PK-8) School Type: Special Mission 8416 N. IH-35, 78753 www.cedars-academy.org 419.1551 The East Austin College Prep (6-12) School Type: College Prep 6002 Jain Ln, 78721 www.eaprep.org 287.5000

Homeschools Austin Area Homeschoolers www.main.org/aah Christian Home Education Association of Central Texas (CHEACT) P.O. Box 141998, Austin 78714 www.homeschool-life.com/tx/cheact/ 450.0070 Texas Home School Coalition P.O. Box 6747, Lubbock 79493 www.thsc.org 806.744.4441 Libraries The University of Texas Has 17 libraries on campus with one of the largest collections in the nation: www.lib.utexas.edu Austin Public Libraries Multiple Austin locations http://library.austintexas.gov/locations Faulk Central Library 800 Guadalupe St, 78701 974.7400 Austin History Center 810 Guadalupe St, 78701 974.7480 Carver Branch 1161 Angelina St, 78702 974.1010 Cepeda Branch 651 N. Pleasant Valley Rd, 78702

974.7372 Hampton Branch at Oak Hill 5125 Convict Hill Rd, 78749 974.9900 Howson Branch 2500 Exposition Blvd, 78703 974.8800

Eden Park Academy (KG-8) School Type: Special Mission 6216 Manchaca Rd, Bldg. D, 78746 www.edenparkacademy.com 383.0614

Little Walnut Creek Branch 835 W. Rundberg Ln, 78758 974.9860

George M. Kometzky School (KG-12)

Manchaca Road Branch

School Type: RTC/JDC/JJAEP do not publish address www.utexas.edu/ce/ucs/ 695.6596 Ischool High of Austin (9-12) School Type: College Prep 1835-A Kramer Ln. Ste. 500, 78758 316.3663 Harmony School of Science - Austin (6-12) School Type: College Prep 11800 Stonehollow Dr, 78758 www.hssaustin.org 821.1700 Harmony School of Excellence (KG-8) School Type: College Prep 2100 E. St. Elmo Rd, 78744 www.hseaustin.org 693.0000 Helping Hand Home (KG-12) School Type: RTC/JDC/JJAEP 3804 Ave. B, 78751 www.helpinghandhome.org 459.3353 Kipp Austin Collegiate (9-12) School Type: College Prep 8509 FM 969, Bldg. C, 78724 www.kipphouston.org 637.6870 National Elite Gymnastics (KG-12) School Type: RTC/JDC/JJAEP 7632 W. Hwy 71, 78735 www.neg-usa.com 288.9722 NYOS - Magnolia Mccullough Campus (PK-03) School Type: Special Mission 8007 Gessner,78753 www.nyos.org 275.1593 Premier HS of North Austin (6-12) School Type: Alternative/Dropout Recovery 1835-A Kramer Ln, Ste 600, 78758 www.premierhighschools.com 832.0965 Premier HS Of Austin (KG-12) School Type: Alternative/Dropout Recovery 1701 W. Ben White, #100A, 78704 www.premierhighschools.com 444.8442

5500 Manchaca Rd, 78745 974.8700 Milwood Branch 12500 Amherst Dr, 78727 974.9880 North Village Branch 2505 Steck Ave, 78757 974.9960 Oak Springs Branch 3101 Oak Springs Dr, 78702 974.9920 Old Quarry Branch 7051 Village Center Dr, 78731 974.8860 Pleasant Hill Branch 211 E. William Cannon Dr, 78745 974.3940 Recycled Reads Bookstore 5335 Burnet Rd, 78756 323.5123 Ruiz Branch 1600 Grove Blvd, 78741 974.7500 St. John Branch 7500 Blessing Ave, 78752 974.7570 Southeast Austin Community Branch 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd, 78744 974.8840 Spicewood Springs Branch 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd, 78759 974.3800 Terrazas Branch 1105 E. Cesar Chavez St, 78702 974.3625 Twin Oaks Branch 1800 S. Fifth St, 78704 974.9980 University Hills Branch 4721 Loyola Ln, 78723 974.9940 Windsor Park Branch 5833 Westminster Dr, 78723 974.9840

Settlement Home (KG-12) School Type: RTC/JDC/JJAEP 1600 Payton Gin Rd, 78758 www.settlementhome.org 836.2150 TNC Campus - Texas Neurorehabilitation Center (KG-12) School Type: RTC/JDC/JJAEP 1106 W. Dittmar Rd,78745 www.texasneurorehab.com 444.4835 University of Texas El Charter School (PK-05) School Type: Special Mission 2200 E. 6th St, 78702 495.9705

Yarborough Branch 2200 Hancock Dr, 78756 974.8820

What

Happens: Contract to Closing

BUYER

Abstractor Does a Title Search 1

Start Here: Contract Title Company

Realtor®

Buyer

Lender

Closer Receipts Contract (deposits earnest $) & Sends to all Parties

Schedule Inspections

If Not Already Provided, Send Closer Your Lender Contact Information

Loan Application Process Begins 2

Abstract Plant & Tax Department

Discuss Option Period with Clients

Select Home Warranty Company, if Applicable

Review Commitment w/ Buyers

Review Commitment

Review Survey

Examiner Commitment to Issue Title Insurance

Send Critical Dates List to Real Estate Agents

Credit History Appraisal Verification of Employment (Current & Previous)

Verification of Sufficient Funds to Close

Information Gathered & Packaged

Loan Submitted for Approval Loan Approved

Obtain and Send Resale Certificate if Applicable

Partnerships Built on Trust Title Search Includes • Search History of Property Owners of Record, Liens • Clouds on Title Documents Filed by Legal Description • Search of Buyer and Seller Liens, Lawsuits, Divorces, Probates, Documents Filed by Person’s Name, No Property Description 1

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VP Corporate Accounts

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Send Title Commitment

Prepares Settlement Statement

Loan Application Process Includes • Verification of Buyer’s Income Stability - Credit - Assets to Close • Confirmation of Property’s Value (The Appraisal) Some Lenders Order and Send with Closing Instructions to the Title Company

Review Commitment

Review Survey

Issues Closing Instructions to Title & Send Loan Documents

Closing

Title Company Provides Documents to the Buyer’s Lender

Funding!!!

Preferred Lender – Brian O’Halloran Brian has been originating mortgage loans for over 17 years. His primary objective is making the loan approval process as stress free as possible for everyone involved in the transaction. His dedication to providing excellent customer service has allowed him to build many long term relationships with Realtors and borrowers as well. In the current lending environment, it is imperative that you select a lender that is up to date on the many and ever changing underwriting guidelines. Whether you are a first time home-buyer or a savvy real estate investor, he can help you select the best loan program for your individual needs. Working for Willow Bend Mortgage allows him to offers a vast array of mortgage products including: FHA, Conventional, VA, Construction Loans and Cash-out Refinances

Brian O’Halloran Sr. Residential Mortgage Loan Originator RMLO# 227078 (512) 917 7368 office bohalloran@wbm.com

What

Happens: Contract to Closing

SELLER

Start Here: Contract Title Company

Realtor®

Seller

Buyer’s Lender

Closer Receipts Contract (deposits earnest $) & Sends to all Parties

Obtain & Send Survey & T-47, if Using

Provide Marital Status & Payoff Information

Loan Application Process Begins 2

Review Commitment

Credit History Appraisal Verification of Employment

Abstract Plant & Tax Department Abstractor Does a Title Search 1

Review Commitment w/ Sellers

(Current & Previous)

Verification of Sufficient Funds to Close

Examiner Information Gathered & Packaged

Commitment to Issue Title Insurance

Loan Submitted for Approval

Send Critical Dates List to Real Estate Agents

Partnerships Built on Trust Loan Approved

Obtain and Send Resale Certificate if Applicable Donna LaFitte

VP Corporate Accounts

Direct: (512) 656-7093 Office: (512) 472-9231 Fax: (512) 495-9443 donna.lafitte@gracytitle.com

Send Title Commitment

Prepares Settlement Statement

Title Search Includes • Search History of Property Owners of Record, Liens • Clouds on Title Documents Filed by Legal Description • Search of Buyer and Seller Liens, Lawsuits, Divorces, Probates, Documents Filed by Person’s Name, No Property Description 1

Review Commitment Review Survey

Issues Closing Instructions to Title & Send Loan Documents

Closing

Title Company Provides Documents to the Buyer’s Lender

Funding!!!

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Austin is truly a city with heart and soul. It brims with both southern tradition and quirky eccentricity. The area is politically charged and culturally rich. A hightech, big city meets a low-key, college town. A city far from ordinary, it’s the kind of place where you check your worries at the city limits sign, trade in suits for something a bit more casual and prepare for experiences you’ll find only in Austin. Below is a listing of recent acknowledgments and accolades that Austin has received from the news online and print media, recent studies, and public opinion polls at a national level.

2015 Edition

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Number one of the 6 Most Affordable, Fast-growing US Cities - Urban living without breaking the bank (Cheapism.com, February 2014)

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NumberoneofAmerica’s20Fastest-GrowingCities (Forbes.com, February 2014)

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Number two of 16 U.S. Cities Where Women Actually Earn More Than Men (Nerdwallet, July 2014)

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Austin ranks second on Forbes’ List of Best Cities For Job Growth (Forbes, July 2014)

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Austin ranks fourth on Forbes’ List of America’s Most Creative Cities In 2014 (Forbes, July 2014)

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Austin ranks 45th among 2014’s Most & Least RecessionRecovered Cities (Wallet Hub, July 2014)

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According to a Nerdwallet study, Austin ranks number seven among the 10 best cities to launch a startup (CNN Money, July 2014)

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Austin, Round Rock, and San Marcos are grouped at number six among the Best Places for STEM Graduates (Nerdwallet, July 2014)

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CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists rank Austin as number five among the Top Ten Metros with the Highest Gains in Share of U.S. Jobs for our data processing and hosting, computer system design, management, scientific and technical consulting services, and semiconductor manufacturing. (CareerBuilder.com, July 2014)

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Austin ranks number three among the Cities Stealing Jobs from Wallstreet (NewGeorgraphy.com, June 2014)

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According the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Austin will be the fastest growing U.S. metro economy through 2020 (U.S. Conference of Mayors Online, June 2014)

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Austin is one of the top five most small business-friendly cities in the nation (Thumbtack, June 2014)

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Hamilton Pool of Dripping Springs, Texas was ranked #18 among “America’s Best Swimming Holes” (Weather.com, August 2014)

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Austin ranks number two in the Best Cities for Women in the Workforce (Nerdwallet, June 2014)

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Jacob’s Well: Wimberley Valley, Texas was ranked #3 among “America’s Best Swimming Holes” (Weather.com, August 2014)

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Austin is third best city for starting an online business (HighSpeedInternet.com, May 2014)

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Austin ranked number three on Forbes’ Top Large Cities for Jobs list (Forbes, April 2014)

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Austin is third Best City for New College Grads (Livability.com, April 2014)

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Austin’s economic performance from the recession through the recovery ranks number one in the nation (Brookings’ Metro Monitor, April 2014)

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Austin is the Best City for Job Seekers (NerdWallet, January 2014)

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LIFESTYLE / ENVIRONMENT

Two Austin neighborhoods (Mueller & Gallindo) made the list of Top 10 Neighborhoods for Green Homes (Redfin, April 2014)

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Austin is in the top ten affordable purchase markets for aspiring millennial homebuyers (RISMedia, July 2014)

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Austin ranks 16th in the nation for solar power by Total Installed Solar PV Capacity (EnvironmentTexas.com, April 2014)

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Austin is number two in the Top 5 Fastest Growing Cities for Renters in the U.S. (Rent.com, May 2014)

Named among the top 10 budget-friendly retirement spots for having a lot of retirement-friendly attributes, including low taxes (CNBC Online, June 2014)

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Austin ranks number one for 2012-2013 population growth among the 100 largest U.S. metros (U.S. Census Bureau, March 2014)

Austin was ranked among the “Top 20 Coolest Cities in America” (Forbes Magazine, August 2014)

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For the fourth year in a row, Austin ranks number one on Forbes’ annual list of America’s Fastest-Growing Cities (February 2014)

Austin is the No. 3 City in the U.S. to Educate, Entertain & Exhaust your Kids (Macaroni Kid, September 2014)

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Austin is one of the Ten Best Cities for Coffee Snobs (Redfin, Sept 2014)

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Austin ranks 3rd on America’s Coolest Cities list. Results calculated by entertainment, arts and cultural options per capita in each of the 60 largest U.S. metros. Also included were several “foodie” measures beyond restaurants and bars. Other factors included were racial and ethnic diversity, youthfulness, and population growth and growth due to migration (Forbes, August 2014)

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Austin ranked 40 of 100 among the most recreation-friendly cities for park quality, weather conditions, entertainment and rec. facilities (WalletHub.com, July 2014)

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Austin is number one on the list of top ten cities in the U.S. for group fitness (MyFitnessPal, July 2014)

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Austin made the list of the Five Best Cities for Pet-Friendly Vacations (SheKnows.com, July 2014)

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Austin is rated the number three most patriotic city in U.S. (MyLife.com, July 2014)

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Austin ranks number seven on the list of Most LGBT-Friendly Cities (NerdWallet, May 2014)

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Austin is the rated the second best City for Millennials (Niche.com, April 2014)

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U-Haul names Austin the sixth U.S. Destination City in 2013 (April 2014)

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Austin and San Antonio are the two Best Places for Veterans overall. Austin ranks in the top five for veterans starting out, midcareer, and military retirement (United Services Automobile Association, October, 2014)

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Austin ranks number seven on list of world’s most dynamic cities (Jones Lang LaSalle, January 2014)

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EDUCATION

Austin makes list of Best Cities for Service-Oriented Students (BestColleges.com, July 2014)

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University of Texas at Austin named the 28th best university in the world (Times Higher Education, October 2014)

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Austin tops ranking of U.S. metros for net migration of adults with college degrees (NewGeorgraphy.com, August 2014)

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The University of Texas ranks 5th worldwide for U.S. patents granted to universities in 2013 (National Academy of Inventors, June 2014)

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According to data culled by ZipRealty Inc., the Eanes school district of the Austin area is one of the country’s top 10 Best Places for Families to Live (Ziprealty, July 2014)

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FOOD / ENTERTAINMENT

Texas ranks number two on the list of U.S. states by food/drink (Thrillist, July 2014) Austin is one of 10 Best Cities to Dine with Your Valentine (Trulia, February 2014)

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Austin’s District Kitchen and Cocktails is included in the Top 100 Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in America (OpenTable Inc., June 2014)

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USA Swimming’s top 50 swimming cities in the country ranks Austin at number eight (USA Swimming, July 2014)

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The Guardian’s top 40 international holiday hotspots lists Austin as number three for 2014 (The Guardian, January 2014)

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MAJOR MUSIC VENUES ACL Live at The Moody Theater 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin http://acl-live.com

La Zona Rosa 612 W. 4th St, Austin www.lazonarosa.com

Antone’s 2015 E Riverside Dr, Austin www.antonesnightclub.com

Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin http://thelongcenter.org

Austin Music Hall 208 Nueces St, Austin http://musichallaustin.com/events

Lucky Lounge 209 W. 5th St, Austin http://theluckylounge.com

The Backyard 13801 Bee Cave Pkwy, Bee Cave http://thebackyard.net

Mercer Street Dance Hall 332 Mercer St, Dripping Springs http://mercerstreetdancehall.com

Bass Concert Hall 23rd St. & Robert Dedman Dr, Austin www.texasperformingarts.org

Nutty Brown Cafe 12225 W. Hwy 290, Austin www.nuttybrown.com

Cactus Café 2247 Guadalupe St, Austin http://cactuscafe.org

One World Theatre 7701 Bee Caves Rd, Austin www.oneworldtheatre.org

Cedar Park Center 2100 Avenue of the Stars, Cedar Park www.cedarparkcenter.com

Paramount Theatre 125 4th Ave. NE, Austin www.paramounttheatre.org

Austin 360 Amphitheater 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd, Austin http://austin360amphitheater.com

The Parish Room 214 E. 6th St, Austin www.theparishaustin.com

Continental Club 1315 S. Congress Ave, Austin www.continentalclub.com/Austin.html

Saxon Pub 1320 S. Lamar Blvd, Austin http://thesaxonpub.com

Emo’s 2015 E. Riverside Dr, Austin www.emosaustin.com

Stubb’s Bar-B-Q 801 Red River St, Austin http://stubbsaustin.com

Frank Erwin Center 1701 Red River, Austin http://uterwincenter.com

For more music venues search: www.austinchronicle.com or www.austin.citysearch.com

www.gracytitle.com/e-flyer/monthlycalendar/calendar.pdf

FES

Donna LaFitte

VP Corporate Accounts

Urban Music Festival Family-friendly festival! Regional and local groups performing Hip-Hop, R&B and DJs. Auditorium Shores, Austin u www.austinurbanmusicfestival.com

Fast Forward Austin Austin’s premiere contemporary music and arts festival featuring an eclectic mix of cutting-edge, genre-bending music that fearlessly straddles the borders of pop, classical, and experimental sound. Austin Scottish Rite Theater u www.fastforwardaustin.com KGSR Unplugged at the Shady Grove Music series that features fantastic Austin artists in an intimate acoustic setting. the Grove, Austin u www.kgsr.com/unplugged

JUNE

Austin Reggae Festival Features Local and national reggae bands, more than 50 vendors selling a variety of delicious food, plus unique arts & crafts. Portion of ticket sales benefits the Capital Area Food Bank Auditorium Shores, Austin u http://austinreggaefest.com

Fiesta Amistad F Features live music, plenty of food, and family entertainment. Next to the Dell Diamond, Round Rock u www.elamistadclub.com Chaos in Tejas A nice lil mix of punk, hardcore, metal, hip hop, garage rock, indie rock, and all points in between. Various Venues, Austin u http://chaosintejas.com

JULY

Old Settler’s Music Festival Acoustic jazz & blues, bluegrass, old-time local faves & award-winning artists from around the world. 18300 FM 1826, Driftwood u http://oldsettlersmusicfest.org

Kerrville Folk Festival Live music, activities for children, new folk competition and concerts for emerging songwriters. between Kerrville and Medina u http://kerrville-music.com

Blues on the Green F Austin’s longest running FREE music series! Food and non-alcoholic beverages from six different local restaurants. Zilker Park, Austin u www.kgsr.com

JULY

MAY

MARCH

Texas Rockfest Features the best in unsigned talent that Austin and the surrounding southwest region has to offer DT, Austin u http://texasrockfest.com

Austin Chamber Music Festival F Featuring an eclectic range of world-class artists that defy your typical definition of chamber music. From traditional to cutting edge chamber ensembles. This Music Festival has something for every musical taste! Austin Chamber Music Center u http://austinchambermusic.org

AUGUST

Pachanga Latino Music Festival Latin-themed music, cultural arts and food festival dedicated to showcasing the vibrant blend of Latino-created music and art. Fiesta Gardens, Austin u http://pachangafest.com

Free Event

Kerrville Wine & Music Festival Come and enjoy the newest and best wines that Texas has to offer in addition to performances by dozens of the world’s best songwriters. Quiet Valley Ranch, Kerrville u www.kerrville-music.com/wine_info.htm Austin City Limits Music Festival For 2 weekends, tens of thousands of fans will watch more than 100 bands from around the world. Zilker Park, Austin u www.aclfestival.com

NOV.

OCT.

Direct: (512) 656-7093 Office: (512) 472-9231 Fax: (512) 495-9443 donna.lafitte@gracytitle.com

South by Southwest ® (SXSW®) Conferences & Festivals A unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. DT, Austin u http://sxsw.com

APRIL

ands f music b e l b i d incre nt genres o diffeyreear round all

July 4th Concert & Fireworks F More than 100,000 people gather at Auditorium Shores for the largest Independence Day celebration in Austin. Auditorium Shores at The Long Center u www.austinsymphony.org Concerts in the Park F Each Sunday a different ensemble of the Austin Symphony will be performing music from jazz and light classical to pops selections and film scores. Concert goers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket and make it a group outing. The Long Center, Austin u www.austinsymphony.org

DEC.

ANNUAL MUSIC FESTIVALS

C I S U M TIVALS

This guide contains music festivals going on year-round in Austin and sorrounding areas. Be sure to keep your eye on the online Gracy Title Monthly Event Calendar for more information on dates and locations for these events.

Fun Fun Fun Fest Independent genre festival, known as one of the most relaxed, creative, and pioneering festivals in music today. A fest that is custom booked for the most passionate underground and progressive musicians, comedians and fans around the world. Auditorium Shores, Austin u www.facebook.com/funfunfunfest Austin Celtic Festival Celebrate the authentic music, honed by the Celtic people. Highlights the traditions and achievements in places like Ireland & Scotland, leaders in folk music and dance. Fiesta Gardens, Austin u http://austincelticfestival.com Austin Symphony Christmas Sing-Along A holiday tradition for more than two decades, families gather to get into the spirit of the season by joyfully singing along with the Austin Symphony and chorus. Riverbend Centre, Austin www.austinsymphony.org

14.5 14 14.5

5,772

14.9

WIMBERLEY

TAYLOR

1.280

WIMBERLEY

5,306

SAN MARCOS

1.450

TAYLOR

ROUND ROCK

PFLUGERVILLE

LAGO VISTA

WIMBERLEY

TAYLOR

SAN MARCOS

ROUND ROCK

PFLUGERVILLE

MARBLE FALLS

MANOR

LULING

LOCKHART

LLANO

LIBERTY HILL

LEANDER

LAKE TRAVIS

88%

WIMBERLEY

15.7

5,789 5,653

SAN MARCOS

6,288

ROUND ROCK

5,503

MARBLE FALLS

1.390 1.320

PFLUGERVILLE

5,250

MANOR

LULING

1.515

TAYLOR

14.9 13.8

79%

SAN MARCOS

15.9 15.4

80%

ROUND ROCK

5,570

MANOR

5,272

LOCKHART

1.511

MARBLE FALLS

6,589

LLANO

1.168

LULING

LEANDER

1.212

LOCKHART

5,521

LIBERTY HILL

1.1

LLANO

5,671

LEANDER

1.407

LIBERTY HILL

LAGO VISTA

73%

PFLUGERVILLE

14.3

LAKE TRAVIS

HUTTO JARRELL

67%

MANOR

16.1 16.5

87% 88% 84%

MARBLE FALLS

14.1

LAGO VISTA

6,167

LAKE TRAVIS

HUTTO

50%

LULING

16.5

JARRELL

GEORGETOWN 76% 79% 75%

LOCKHART

4 5,2014,862

HUTTO

1.540

LLANO

4,551 5,399

JARRELL

1.461 1.398

86%

LEANDER

13.7

86%

LIBERTY HILL

HAYS CONSOL.

81%

LAGO VISTA

5,397

HAYS CONSOL.

96%

LAKE TRAVIS

17.5

ELGIN

EANES

78%71% 71%

HUTTO

14.4 15 16.2 14.5

DRIPPING SPGS

80%

JARRELL

5,550

GEORGETOWN

HAYS CONSOL.

6,301

HAYS CONSOL.

1.4

GEORGETOWN

1.490

GEORGETOWN

1.530

ELGIN

1.6

ELGIN

1.2

EANES

1.262

EANES

67%

ELGIN

4.5

DRIPPING SPGS

1.481

DRIPPING SPGS

BURNET DEL VALLE

92%

EANES

DEL VALLE

BASTROP

90%

DRIPPING SPGS

5,517

DEL VALLE

BURNET

AUSTIN

60%

DEL VALLE

AUSTIN

1.242

BURNET

BASTROP

5.5

BASTROP

1.5

BURNET

6.5

AUSTIN

1.3

AUSTIN

70%

BASTROP

STAAR PERCENT AT PHASE-IN SATISFACTORY STANDARD OR ABOVE 100% 94% 73% 74% 89%

58% 63%

TAX RATES

1.670 1.540 1.450

Central Texas Schools

2014 COMPARISON OF

1.380 1.350

1.186 1.252

1.115

OPERATING EXPENDITURES – PROGRAM (PER STUDENT) 7

6,484 5,803

5,351 5,622

NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER TEACHER

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16.4 13.8 13.9 14.9

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2014 COMPARISON OF

2014 TEA Rating System

Total Students: Enrollment (13-14)

85,014

Met Standard - Regular Instructional

Improvement Needed - Regular Instructional

Met Standard - Alternative Instructional

Improvement Needed - Alternative Instructional

9,546

3,218

11,611

5,085

7,983

4,178

10,519

17,205

5,915

1,136

1,383

8,224

35,355

2,968

1,823

5,113

1,427

8,619

512-847-2414

Wimberley

512-365-1391

Taylor

512-393-6700

San Marcos

512-464-5000

Round Rock

512-594-0000

Pflugerville

830-693-4357

Marble Falls

512-278-4000

Manor

830-875-3191

Luling

512-398-0000

Lockhart

325-247-4747

Llano

512-260-5580

Liberty Hill

512-434-5000

Leander

512-533-6000

Lake Travis

512-267-8300

Lago Vista

512-746-2124

Jarrell

512-759-3771

Hutto

512-268-2141

Hays Consol.

512-943-5000

Georgetown

512-281-3434

Elgin

Eanes

512-732-9000

Rating Standard is measured by up to 4 different indexes. All applicable indexes must be met to receive a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Met Standardâ&#x20AC;? rating. For more information, please visit the TEA website.

512-858-4905

Dripping Springs

512-386-3020

Del Valle

512-756-2124

Burnet

512-321-2292

Bastrop

Austin

512-414-1700

Central Texas Schools

3,993

23,497

46,535

7,501

3,236

2,064

# Students Per Teacher (13-14)

14.4

16.2

14.5

17.5

13.7

16.5

14.1

16.1

16.5

14.3

15.9

15.4

14.9

13.8

15.7

14.5

16.4

14.5

14.9

13.8

13.9

14.9

Avg. Years Experience of Teachers (13-14)

11.2

11.7

13.8

7.9

12.1

13.4

9.9

12.8

9.6

10.8

13.3

11.5

12.3

14.1

10.5

11.1

7.1

13.1

10.8

10.9

12.7

8.5

13.7

Tax Rate % (12)

1.242

1.481

1.262

1.530

1.490

1.212

1.540

1.398

1.461

1.670

1.390

1.320

1.407

1.511

1.450

1.168

1.186

1.115

1.515

1.280

1.540

1.380

1.350

1.450

1.252

Operating Expenditures - Program (12-13)

543.4

51.1

17.3

62.8

21.7

48.3

22.3

58.6

85.9

27.9

9.6

8.4

189.2

15.8

11.8

7.8

42.7

23.4

131.7

264.6

40.2

18.4

11.5

6,301

5,517

5,397

5,550

4,551

6,167

5,399

5,671

5,201

4,862

6,589

6,288

5,272

5,521

5,570

6,484

5,250

5,503

5,306

5,789

5,653

5,803

5,351

5,772

5,622

95.2

95.1

95.9

96.3

96.6

96.3

94.6

96.3

95.7

96.5

96.1

96.9

95.5

94.9

95.9

96.1

96.2

95.3

96.1

96.2

District ($ Million)

Operating Expenditures - Program (12-13) Per Student

Attendance % Rate (12-13) Dropout % Rate (gr. 9-12) (12-13)

2.1

1.2

1.5

0.3

1.5

0.7

1.9

0.2

0.7

0.6

0.9

1.3

0.2

0.7

% of Students Tested SAT/ACT (2013)

69.4

44.4

59.2

51.4

84.4

51.5

66.9

63.6

65.7

63.2

72.2

93.5

74.4

61.1

50.9

52.6

67.6

56.8

70.6

74.3

62.5

47.9

76.5

Average SAT Score (2013)

1505

1380

1414

1274

1668

1790

1342

1533

1414

1458

1523

1681

1575

1510

1511

1377

1336

1230

1445

1424

1610

1372

1405

1591

Average ACT Score (2013)

21.5

20.1

20.7

17.8

27.1

27.0

22.4

20.3

20.2

20.5

23.3

24.7

23.8

23.4

21.5

19.8

17.1

16.8

20.6

20.7

23.7

18.7

20.2

23.4

STAAR Percent at Phase-in

% Students Enrolled in GT Program (11-12)

7.1

7.8

3.1

3.2

7.1

13.3

8.6

8.4

8.6

4.1

5.9

12.6

4.9

7.8

6.9

6.3

6.9

7.8

8.4

7.6

# of High Schools (11-12)

# of Junior High/Middle Schools (11-12)

# of Intermediate Schools (11-12)

# of Elementary Schools (11-12)

Satisfactory Standard or Above (2014)

TEA Accountability Rating * (2014)

The enclosed information was obtained from school district web sites in December 2014 and the most recently available Academic Excellence Indicator System reports from August 2014. It is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Updates will be made accordingly in November of each year. For more information, or information on specific schools within each district, please visit www.tea.state.tx.us.

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