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New bills aim to improve election process STAFF REPORT

Happy Holi! PHOTO BY MOSES LEOS III

A volunteer passes out pizza to those waiting to vote at McCormick Middle School in Buda on Nov. 6, 2018.

New bills focus on misconduct, healthcare, internet STAFF REPORT Eliminating sexual misconduct in the workplace, as well as improving access to healthcare for young people, are part of a handful of bills authored by State Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-Driftwood) All told, Zwiener, who is in her freshman year at the capitol, has either been an author or joint author to more than 70 pieces of legislation prior to a March 8 deadline. Four of those proposed bills focus on ending workplace sexual harassment and improving the collection of sexual assault data. According to a statement, the bills present the “opportunity to create a shift in the workplace norms” and improve tracking sexual assaults and prosecution. “Many reports to law enforcement aren’t adequately investigated, and many cases do not make it to prosecution,” Zwiener said in a statement. “By compiling data by jurisdiction, we can determine where additional training for law enforcement officers and prosecutors is needed.” House Bill (HB) 2278 could increase the window of a sexual harassment claim from the current 180 days to two years, while HB 2279 could allow the Texas Workforce Commission to accept those

A handful of proposed bills aimed at improving elections across the entire state, as well as access to ballots, could soon be up for debate by state legislators. One of those pieces of legislation, House Bill (HB) 2276 authored by State Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-Driftwood), is in direct reaction to early voting difficulties experienced at

“Extending the window so people don’t have to reapply every year is a common sense fix.” –State Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-Driftwood)

a handful of polling sites in Hays County. HB 2276 allows entities to make changes to public notices to accommodate additional polling place locations, dates and hours

after the early voting period has begun. The idea of the bill came after Hays County leaders were forced to add early voting days at three polling sites, including one at Texas

State University, during the 2018 midterm election. A higher-than-expected turnout, mixed with limited days and times for early voting at several sites, led to long lines and allegations of voter suppression. The Hays Free Press reported just over 1,900 of the 4,100 registered voters in Pct. 334, which includes Texas State University and the surrounding area,

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Pound Town?

Dripping Springs locals seek town name change BY MOSES LEOS III Love it or hate it, few have been able to avoid an idea crafted by two Dripping Springs’ natives that’s gone from coast-to-coast and perhaps even a latenight talk show or two. Whether or not the attempt to change Dripping Springs to Pound Town comes to fruition, or is entirely serious, both Daniel McCarthy and Micah Archer enjoy bringing the national stage, and perhaps a discussion, to their small Central Texas town. “We enjoy the response to it,” McCarthy said. “I guess we were being a little controversial. Anytime you try to change the town name of 160-something years, people are going to have some qualms about it.” The idea behind the

POUND TOWN, 6 PHOTOS BY MOSES LEOS III

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Bright colors and smiles were aplenty Saturday as hundreds took to the Radha Madhav Dham Hindu temple near the Hays and Travis county line to celebrate Holi, the festival of color and love. The annual celebration brings visitors to the temple from all over.

BY EXSAR ARGUELLO

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Potential state bill causes hold on short-term rental regulations As more tourists book short-term rentals, city and state officials are looking at regulating the industry. Wimberley’s STR Committee was created in 2018 to study how to best manage the balance between STR and the city’s large lodging hospitality industry.

BY EXSAR ARGUELLO After what appeared to be steady progress to further regulate Wimberley’s lodging industry, an abrupt recommendation to delay further action on the ordinance change leaves officials in limbo. At the March 14 Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission meeting, commissioners took no action to recommend an ordinance change that has been discussed by the STR Committee since its conception in July 2018. The decision for no

action came after City Administrator Shawn Cox and the city’s attorney pulled the reins on the proposed ordinance change, citing proposed legislation at the capital could define the future of STRs. This includes allowing General Law Type A cities such as Wimberley to further regulate STRs. “Unless this law passes, I cannot issue a permit for an STR,” Cox said. “The cleanest way to be able to do this is for the city to require a permit...and in your permit you have to meet

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It’s a reality many Hays County residents already know too well – Texans are some of the highest paying property taxpayers in the nation. A recent study conducted by WalletHub ranked Texas as the 7th highest in the nation when it came to the amount of property taxes paid by its residents. According to the study, Texans pay an average of about $2,775 in property taxes per year, which is based on the median home value of $151,000. Jill Gonzalez, analyst at WalletHub, said states that don’t have a dedicated income tax, such as Texas, must get their funds from property taxes to fund necessary things such as salaries for government employees, public schools and infrastructure. Although Texas’ property taxes are high, the median home value in Texas is lower than the national average of $193,500. But, in Hays County, as prices of homes continue to increase, so does the

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR WILL THE WIMBERLEY VALLEY BECOME A SACRIFICE ZONE FOR THE KINDER MORGAN PIPELINE? A sacrifice zone is a geographic area that has been permanently impaired by environmental damage. David Baker, our first responder for environmental assaults, believes this pipeline is the most dangerous threat the Hill Country has ever experienced. The Wimberley Valley Watershed Association has identified key risks:

The pipeline would run within a mile of Jacobs Well, crossing the Blanco River twice. The pipeline could impact flows at Jacob’s Well, Cypress Creek, the Blanco River, Barton Springs, and the San Marcos Springs. Any spill atop the karst systems would be impossible to clean up. This pipeline could, in one fell swoop, contaminate nearly 2 million people’s water. Hundreds of acres of trees and vegetation would be cleared, forever scaring the land and al-

tering habitats of wildlife and endangered species, while risking the spread of Oak Wilt. The pipeline would initially transport natural gas. But after ten years could contain crude oil or chemicals. Property values would diminish along with opportunities for development. Noise and light pollution from compressor stations would degrade our quality of life. Imagine the Wimberley Valley without Jacob’s Well, Cypress Creek, the

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Blanco River or precious trees, wildlife and dark skies. How would we ever explain what happened to future generations? No negotiation with Kinder Morgan could sufficiently protect our water, environment or people from this extraordinary threat. Would anyone want to visit the Hill Country with views scarred by a 150 foot clear cut pathway, the loud droning of compressor stations, or the potential for explosions and contamination of our water source?

Don’t let the Wimberley Valley become a sacrifice zone. Let us be the people who convince Kinder Morgan that pursuing this route is too risky in terms of cost and public relations. Let us be so creative in putting precious art and organic co-ops in its path that they cannot proceed. Let us spread the word so widely that people from across the world join our efforts. Let us be known for saving our pristine environment. Get involved! Stephanie Nestlerode

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claims from all employees and companies. HB 2672 could lead to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety to investigate the rate of sexual assault offenses and prosecutions, while HB 2678 could require DPS to maintain statistics on the number of sexual assault victims reported to law enforcement agencies. “We know sexual harassment can occur in any workplace and it’s our duty to make sure those protections extend to each and every Texas worker,” Zwiener said. Meanwhile, Zwiener hopes to also expand healthcare for young people who are uninusired. Through HB 3591, Texans can receive Medicaid until they turn 26. The bill is meant for those who

“Many of the jobs that are available to young Texans don’t offer benefits,” Zwiener said. “With my bill, we can make sure more Texans have the health coverage they need.” –State Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-Driftwood)

meet federal guidelines for Medicaid coverage. More than 450,000 Texans aged 19 to 26 do not have healthcare coverage, Zwiener said in a statement. The bill could be important for former atrisk youth, such as those who were formerly in the state’s foster system. “Many of the jobs that are available to young Texans don’t offer benefits,” Zwiener said. “With my bill, we can make

sure more Texans have the health coverage they need.” Zwiener also hopes to pave a path for more broadband internet access to residents in rural parts of the state. HB 3592 could allow local governmental entities to partner with private sector groups and providers to develop and build broadband infrastructure in the far reaches of the state. Current

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these conditions. The law doesn’t allow me to do that.” Some members of P&Z voiced concern over the legality of the ordinance. Across the state, municipalities are attempting to regulate STRs in large part because of a legal battle that is stirring at the capitol. Cox said if the proposed STR ordinance does not pass, he could at a minimum seek to “clean up” already inplace rules. But Cox said drastic changes in state law would require the city to change its approach entirely, which could mean drafting a completely new ordinance. The decision to not recommend comes at odds with the STR Committees findings for the ordinance. At a recent joint workshop with P&Z and the committee, STR committee Chair Albert Valera said despite the legal battle, he wanted the city to be proactive in its approach with the new recommended ordinance. The controversial ordinance change would require STR owners to reapply for their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) once a year, with a $50 fee per occupant with a maximum fee of $500. Some local STR owners have been critical

“Unless this law passes, I cannot issue a permit for an STR ... The cleanest way to be able to do this is for the city to require a permit...and in your permit you have to meet these conditions. The law doesn’t allow me to do that.” – Shawn Cox, Wimberley city administrator

of the proposed changes, calling the committee’s recommendation as a solvent for a crisis that doesn’t exist. However, members of the committee, including Valera, have continuously said the purpose of the change is to bring noncompliant STR operators into compliance. In addition, STR owners have questioned

the legitimacy of the city’s estimates that around 200 STRs are out of compliance in the city, a number which was compiled by two individual companies the city contracted with. On Feb. 21, Wimberley city leaders approved to enter into a contract with Host Compliance for STR software that has a price tag of $19,000. The approval, while controversial, is in direct response to the city’s finding that around 200 to 300 STR are operating in the city out of compliance. The fees associated with the renewals is predicted to pay for the software. The newly proposed bills could aid the city in its STR efforts, outlining procedures and regulations that fall in line with the recommendations of the STR Committee. Some of the bills include language that allows for STR software that aids the city. “The proposed bills set a capacity on STRs so we’d have to see how that affects us...,” Cox said. “If any of the three passes it would be exactly what we want to do. It sets a fee not to exceed $450 and you have to say this money is being used for the compliance of the permit, so that’s the software component.”

roadblocks include high initial costs for jurisdictions to invest in broadband internet access. Zwiener said in a statement the proposed rural broadband internet bill could give communities

a chance to achieve ther “full educational and economic potential.” “Let’s give cities the option to team up with the private sector and invest in rural communities,” Zwiener said.

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The following calls were made to law enforcement agencies in Hays County between March 20-25, 2019.

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Sexual Assault - Child Assault Theft Theft Vehicle Theft

16:37:23 15:33:33 10:05:49 10:16:03 18:13:46

1307 Uhland Rd 233 Heatherwood Dr 411 Santa Fe Run 3100 Harris Hill Rd 602 S Loop 4

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Assault 21:24:26 Burglary - Building 8:35:16 Burglary - Habitation 10:59:16 Environmental Crime 10:15:42 Indecency w Child 20:06:04 Theft 15:18:24 Theft 23:48:50 Theft 10:51:22 Theft 15:21:03 Theft 15:55:53 Theft 3:08:15

268 Hot Spring Vly 12475 Trail Driver 2110 Upper Branch Cv 351 Huck Finn Trl 220 Razzmatazz Trl 15550 Ih 35 Fr 101 Jack C Hays Trl 500 Bill Kuykendall Rd 14501 Rr 12 3799 E Us 290 2700 Hunter Rd Ste. B

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Burglary - Building 16:25:29 Burglary - Habitation 15:38:10 Burglary - Habitation 16:38:24 Burglary - Habitation 18:05:35 Burglary - Vehicle 19:59:19 Criminal Mischief 19:19:25

2880 Goforth Rd 107 Bufflehead St 160 Maeves Way 217 Denise Ellen Dr 295 Ledge Stone Dr 15300 IH 35 FR

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Assault Assault Burglary - Vehicle Theft Theft Theft Theft

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MOST VALUABLE PLAYER – KAYLA PRESLEY, LEHMAN From the moment she hit the court at Lehman High two years ago, junior guard Kayla Presley has shown an uncanny athletic ability that’s been tough for most opponents to hold back. When her teammates needed her the most this season, Presley more often than not answered the call and delivered, becoming the shoulders for her teammates to stand on even amid a double or a triple team. It’s one of a handful of reasons why we at Barton Publications name Presley as our 2019 girls basketball MVP award winner. Presley finished the 2019 campaign with a 15 point per game average, which led the team this season. Presley’s contributions went far beyond just getting the ball in the bucket. Presley, who also led the team in assists and steals this season, was a key vocal and motivational leader for the Lady Lobos.

Tigers 25-5A All-District honors Girls

Coach of the Year – David Norris Defensive player of the year – Kennedy Donovan

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HONORABLE MENTION Grace Fowler Avery Johnson Hannah Pena

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Newcomer of the Year – Trace Young

FIRST TEAM Enzo Arnold Trace Young

SECOND TEAM Nick Statz Xavier Phillips

FIRST TEAM

Guards Ally Beck, Dripping Springs Kennedy Donovan, Dripping Springs Guard/Forward Lily Guevara, Hays Forward Bridgette Ramirez, Lehman Post/Forward Trista Strasser, Hays

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Guards Madison Logan, Hays Kaiya Ramos, Hays Guard/Forward Caitlyn Brack, Dripping Springs Forward Caroline Gamble, Dripping Springs Post/Forward Kline Stafford, Dripping Springs

HONORABLE MENTION

Grace Fowler, Dripping Springs Hannah Pena, Dripping Springs Katelynn Isely, Hays Krystiana Sanchez, Hays Clarissa Ramos, Lehman Aspaisa Youngbird, Lehman

MOST VALUABLE PLAYER – ENZO ARNOLD, DRIPPING SPRINGS Amid a district brimming with basketball talent, senior guard Enzo Arnold provided Dripping Springs’ Tigers a key boost that pushed them into the postseason. Arnold, who finished the season with a team high 9.7 points per game, finished the 2019 season with first-team All District 25-5A honors, as well as All-Region IV honors as well. Arnold shot 42 percent from three-point range, which was second highest on the team, as well as an 82 percent free-throw percentage, minimum 10 attempts

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Guards Cameron Jones, Lehman Trace Young, Dripping Springs

Guards Tiras Morton, Hays Luke Watson, Hays

HONORABLE MENTION Oscar Montalvo, Lehman

Guard / Forward Naj Collier, Lehman

Marcos Cantu, Lehman

Forward Jarek Salinas, Lehman

Forward Jarek Salinas Lehman

Carlos Rocha, Hays

Post/Forward Nick Statz, Dripping Springs

Post/Forward Kyle Rioux, Dripping Springs

Guard/Forward Noah Fultz, Hays

Caden Doyle,Hays

Alema Louis, Dripping Springs Xavier Phillips, Dripping Springs

Athletic trainers keep players running BY SARAH LEOS, MS, ATC, LAT, CES March is National Athletic Training Month and all of us in the field hope parents, athletes and coaches make sure to take time and thank the hard work ATs put in. Not to be confused with a personal trainer, who trains and works out athletes, athletic trainers are certified healthcare professionals who practice in the field of sports medicine. All ATs are licensed, earning a bachelors, masters and even doctorate degrees. ATs work with doctors, parents, coaches and, of course, EMTs for the best course of action for the student athlete. Athletic trainers encompass the prevention, examination, treatment and rehabilitation of emergency, acute and chronic injuries and medical conditions. We are here to take care of our athletes not only physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. Athletic trainers are

with its teams to keep student athletes healthy. Hays CISD has four licensed ATs; two at Hays and two at Lehman. The district also has a team of licensed graduate assistants as well as student ATs. DSISD has two licensed ATs and several student ATs. You can find ATs

working for professional sports teams and everything in between. ATs can be found in the military, operating at clinics, at the Olympics and even performance shows like Cirque Du Soleil. Next time you see a gruesome injury while watching your favorite sporting event, notice how everyone around wants to turn away. Instead, think of those who run toward to help those injured athletes. They are not only there for those moments, they have already put in a full day’s work preparing for that game. Think of all the work they do behind the scenes, taping, rehabilitation and setting up the field. Today they may be taping your ankle, but tomorrow they could be saving your life. From band-aids to CPR, we are health care. March is National Athletic Training month and we at the News-Dispatch salute those who care for the thousands of athletes who participate in Hays CISD sports.

allow cities to act with local control. Haehn worried that tax caps could give complete control to the state and not to the cities. For now, rising property taxes is still at the forefront of concerns for most Texans and Americans. According to the National Tax Lien Association,

more than $14 billion in property taxes go unpaid each year. “Depending on the state you live in, these taxes can be either a small inconvenience or a major burden,” Gonzalez said. “And this affects everyone, as both owners and renters pay property taxes, directly or indirectly.”

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Hays CISD athletic trainers (L-R) Rob White, Sarah Leos, Mark Winter and Monica Smith attend a professional development exercise in Austin.

without a dedicated AT. They are the first to arrive and last to leave, they are there before every 5 a.m. practice and after every late night game for every sport, every season. We do this year around, even on weekends and holidays. Almost every school has or should have an athletic trainer working

absolutely essential to the health and wellness of athletes worldwide. Athletes come to depend on the ATs not just as medical professionals, but as someone they can go to and trust, as well as have a long and ongoing relationship with. It’s safe to say that any sports medicine team would simply be incomplete

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amount of property taxes. Compared to states like Alabama and West Virginia, where citizens play an average property tax bill of $550 annually, Texans are paying more than their neighboring states. Worries about rising property tax bills, however, is driving state legislators to find a way to fix the issue,

much to the consternation of local leaders.

PROPERTY TAX REFORM HEADS TO THE STATE Mayors didn’t shy away Feb. 25 from voicing dissent about a pair of controversial bills that could cap how much their cities can increase property

tax rates. The controversial set of bills, Senate Bill 2 and House Bill 2, would require cities, counties and school districts to hold an election if they seek to raise ad valorem rates more than 2.5 percent from the previous year. The proposal would not affect taxing units that

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WISD scientists succeed at regionals SUBMITTED REPORT

In February, several students at Danforth Junior High took on the Annual Regional Science Fair in Austin. Eighth grade students Julia Rennels and Ally Bowman, seventh grade students Lea Martin and Kaitlyn Marinos, and sixth grade student Maia Martin all traveled to the fair. Marinos won first place in the Animal Sciences category with her project, “Are Worms Healthier with Different Diets?” Martin placed fourth out of 80 entries in the Earth science category.

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Top: Julia Rennels, Danforth Junior High eighth grade student at the Regional Science Fair sharing her science experiment with Wimberley Valley Radio 94.1 news reporter, DuAnne Redus at the Wimberley ISD 2019 STEAM Fair. Left: Maia Martin is all smiles when talking about her very well-executed science fair project—a fourth place winner at the Regional Science Fair in Austin. Right: Kaitlyn Marinos, a first place winner in the Regional Science Fair in Austin, answered a very important question in her science experiment, “Are Worms Healthier with Different Diets?”

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Bowman earned a special certificate recognizing her project from the Austin Watershed Protection Organization. “It is great to experience so much enthusiasm for science among our students. Being a part of the fair is a great way for them to learn from their peers and share with them everything they have learned through their projects,” said Bess Reisberg, seventh grade science teacher. The students showcased their experiments at the annual Wimberley ISD STEAM Fair on March 2 at Wimberley High.

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Douglas Debate, Ready Writing and Journalism competition is slated for March 28. The remaining speech and debate events and all academic events will follow on March 30. Both contests are at Bandera High.

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Seton launches Hays’ first dedicated rehab center BY EXSAR ARGUELLO

Cardiologist across the state and nation understand one of the most crucial steps to preventing heart disease is through a healthy diet and exercise. With the launch of Hays County’s first dedicated rehabilitation and wellness center at Seton Medical Center Hays in Kyle, cardiologists and medical professionals alike welcome the opportunities the new facility will provide for patients. Funded by more than 300 donors, the McCoy Wellness and Rehabilitation Center features four classrooms for private treatment, a kitchen for cooking classes, cardio room, gym, showers and locker rooms. For Dr. Vamsi Krishna, medical director of the Cardiac Cath laboratory and cardiac rehab at SMCH, the facility is a

crucial step in his vision for a healthier Hays County. “(These facilities) are better than any drug we can give you…and the biggest thing I tell patients is by doing this we can reduce your medications,” Krishna said. “We don’t have anything like this in Hays County. Patients who complete the program can continue to come to the facility. We’re going beyond what a traditional rehab center is about and looking toward the future.” Krishna said these rehabilitative programs can help reduce a patient’s symptoms while reducing the chance of death by around 30 percent. Additionally, the treatments can help reduce depression, increase compliance with medications and overall happiness. More than 800,000 Americans died due to Cardiovascular disease in

Seton Medical Center Hays earlier this month celebrated the grand opening of the county’s first dedicated wellness and rehabiliation center. (photo by Exsar Arguello)

2016. Although the statistics are alarming, Krishna and his team feel these types of facilities can plant seeds for people to practice healther habits.

Cardiologists first identify what motivates patients in order to address how they can prevent cardiovascular disease. Then, the team at Seton Hays will tailor a program

that fits the needs of the patient. The facility will also include pulmonary rehabilitation, a program of education and exercise that helps manage patients

Pound Town: Locals seek town name change

Elections: Bill could fix process

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proposed name change has been talked about for the past few years, McCarthy said. Much of the discussion has taken place around April, which is when Dripping Springs celebrates Founders Day and Dr. Joseph Pound and his family, who founded what is today Dripping Springs. Naturally, McCarthy and Archer, who are Dripping Springs High alumni, both felt it might be fun to try and rename the town in honor of the city’s founder. They always talked about making T-shirts promoting “Pound Town.” It wasn’t until several weeks ago the duo began taking those talks more seriously. It eventually led them to create a gofundme page meant to draw awareness to their cause, as well as possibly draw support for getting a name change initiative on a future ballot. Before you start flooding our phone lines – no, they can’t do that, at least not right now. Andrea Cunningham, Dripping Springs city secretary, said General Law Type A cities, such as Dripping Springs, can’t hold elections based on citizen request as they’re not specifically allowed by state statutes. Home rule

with chronic respiratory diseases by increasing stamina and decreasing breathlessness. After a hard workout, patients can participate in nutrition programs and cooking demos, so they can take recipes home with them, said Salim Street, manager of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services in Seton’s south market. In addition to exercise and nutrition, the facility will also help assist patients with mental health. “This means access. Since we opened in 2009, we had a cardiac and pulmonary rehab program, but it was limited by space,” Street said. “This allows us to get patients in the door in a timely manner and get their therapy started so they can get back to their lives. I have to thank all of our donors and staff who made this a reality for Hays County.”

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“We hope that people who are getting super angry, because there’s a lot of vitriol, they channel that into something super productive.” –Micah Archer

cities such as Kyle or San Marcos have the authority to call a referendum on an issue, but only if the charter allows for it. What the duo didn’t expect was how quickly and strongly people reacted to the Pound Town idea. Initially, Archer said reaction was 70 percent positive, 30 percent negative. Soon, the story gained traction and has now reached from local newspapers and television stations, to media outlets in Raleigh, N.C. and even national news chains. While both hoped the idea was just for fun and to get people talking,

they’ve also come across those who are upset as well. And then there’re the snickers and giggles surrounding Pound Town and what it could mean in today’s lexicon. No, we’re not telling you what it means. Go ask your friends. McCarthy said they had every intention of honoring the city’s founder and if people “want to look at it in other ways, that’s their mindset.” “We hope that people who are getting super angry, because there’s a lot of vitriol, they channel that into something super productive,” Archer said. Amid some backlash, the duo also hopes to try to fundraise to help Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, a nonprofit group that helps with upkeep of the Pound House on Ranch Road 12. However, officials with the Pound House said in a social media statement that they have not asked for, or expect to receive, funds raised via the Pound Town campaign. Officials said they are “uncomfortable with the idea” that the campaign has been presented as a fundraiser for their organization when they believe it might be for

private gain. They also asked the duo to provide disclaimers that they are not affiliated with the Pound House. That hasn’t stopped McCarthy and Archer from collecting more than $2,200 toward their campaign. Roughly $1,500 of that was contributed by Jesse James, owner of West Coast Choppers. The duo hopes to present the funds to the Farmstead at a later date. Both lauded the efforts of the Farmstead and the work they’ve put into restoring the Pound House. But they also understood the Farmstead’s hesitance to their cause. All in all, both love Dripping Springs and what it has to offer. Shedding more light on the town and its history is all an added bonus, they said. “Now a lot of folks know that history and they’re going to be more aware of the roots of Dripping Springs,” McCarthy said.

participated in the 2018 midterm elections. Zwiener said that while the county worked quickly to correct the issues, mandated state public notice rules required the county to issue an updated one to account for the changes. “The unnecessary notice almost prevented Hays County from extending polling times in response to historic voter turnout,” Zwiener said. Zwiener also finalized crafting HB 1950, which would allow Texas college students to vote using their university issued student ID card. Currently, voters must provide a valid Texas or government-issued ID or a voter’s registration card to participate in the elections process. When the younger generation engages in the electoral process, they stay engaged “for the rest of their lives,” Zwiener said, citing Tex-

as’ historically low voter turnout rate. “Let’s fix that by removing unnecessary barriers between our university students and ballot box,” Zwiener said. Meanwhile, HB 2274 aims to extend the voteby-mail application from its current period of one year to a full four years. Zwiener said the issue came up when she was block-walking during her run for the House District 45 seat. Zwiener said most Texas senior citizens assume their vote-by-mail application is good for life; however, the state requires vote-by-mail applicants to re-apply each year. “This causes confusion and leaves many elderly voters, particularly those with mobility issues, unable to vote,” Zwiener said. “Extending the window so people don’t have to reapply every year is a common sense fix.”

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