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November 19, 2015 Volume 20, No. 23 Southwest Austin’s Community Newspaper Since 1995
Group calls rally to save Oak Hill trees Over 200 oaks documented, photographed and in the path of Oak Hill Parkway plans by Ann Fowler OAK HILL - According to local residents, more than 200 large oak trees stand to be damaged or lost if the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) moves ahead with the Oak Hill Parkway project as currently designed. Oak Hill resident Gerry Powell has documented and photographed 288 oak trees in the path of proposed expansion of U.S. 290 West and S.H. 71 along Williamson Creek. Save Oak Hill, a grassroots group formed out of concern for the rapid loss of treasured Oak Hill landmarks, has scheduled a rally this Saturday, November 21, to call attention to the endangered oaks.
The surveyed trees, protected by City ordinance, include: • 114 trees in the simple “protected” category of 19 to 24 inches in diameter • 137 trees of the “heritage” category of 24 to 36 inches • 37 of the “legacy” category of 36 inches or more Kelli Reyna, public information officer for the TxDOT Austin District, said, “Ultimately, the determination regarding trees is made by our design. That being said, the Oak Hill Parkway project team is sensitive to the value of the natural environment and the safety of the public. We take See GROUP on p. 22
Hoping for bipartisanship by Penny Levers
Oak Hill resident Gerry Powell has documented and photographed over 200 large oak trees in the path of proposed expansion of U.S. 290 West and S.H. 71 along Williamson Creek. Less than half are shown above.
Veteran Congressman Lamar Smith is hopeful that the change in the leadership would bring more bipartisanship to the House, but said it seems unlikely that the Science Committee he chairs would find much common ground on the issue of climate change anytime soon. District 21 Congressman Lamar Smith (R) hosted an early morning “Fall Forum” last week at the Shady Hollow Community Center. Since the last redistricting which took See CONGRESSMAN on p. 22
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Letter to the Editor We must prepare for Hays County growth Dear Editor, I too am concerned about Oak Hill congestion, but I am more concerned about the future population growth than is Engineer Bruce Melton. It is our understanding that a huge housing development is to be constructed on the property of the Salt Lick. FM 1826 and RM 150, now narrow in that area, will be jammed beyond recognition with new drivers in the area. We see that the new homes in Blanco Vista, San Marcos, are having two to three cars per new home, hardly ever just one. The new Salt Lick neighborhood will be one of the more affluent neighborhoods and certainly will not have fewer! They will be using FM 1826 to get into Austin, right through Oak Hill. In addition, there are definite plans
Civic Agenda This space is reserved for information on civic happenings that occur in, or relate to the Southwest Austin area. To be included in the Civic Agenda, a meeting or event must relate to public policy. For other community events please see our community calendar on page 10. If you would like to be included, please e-mail editorial@oakhillgazette.com with the subject “Civic Agenda” and include details of your meeting or happening, along with any relevant agenda items. Public meeting on the development on the ADA Self-Assessment Sys-
to reroute RM 150 from Kyle through Driftwood, a change that will allow greater access to the road for the hundreds of new San Marcos homes! You all in Oak Hill may be unaware that many of these people already commute to Austin on these tiny roads. When they are enlarged, as planned, this will encourage more and more commuters to Austin. Because of the new road plans, ground is now being broken for even more new subdivisions in Kyle, meaning hundreds more new homes, with two to three cars in each home! Perhaps these events that are transpiring were what Texas Department of Transportation has rightly been anticipating. I would encourage the people of Oak Hill to recognize what is happening in the rural areas around them. Bigger freeways, but hopefully not tollways, are going to be needed badly, even routing “ through traffic” out of the way overhead, if we are to
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be able to get around in Oak Hill in the future. More and more lanes will be required as thousands more cars are going to be funneled into West Highway 290. I am not familiar with the rural areas farther West on Hwy 290 but I can imagine more homes are going in out there too. This is no time for complacency. We must plan for the future that we cannot really see but must imagine. It is a sad truth that “You cannot stop ‘progress’”! Let us prepare for it. —Harriet Bishop Kyle, Texas
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AISD, ABoR partner to educate homebuyers on schools “The quality of area schools is consistently one of the most important factors that homebuyers consider when choosing a new home,” said Austin Board of Realtors President Barb Cooper. “Homebuyers want to know how local schools measure up, and they look to their Realtor to point them in the right direction.” That’s why Austin ISD and the Austin Board of Realtors have partnered to educate local Realtors on neigh-
borhood schools, equipping them with the knowledge to be expert resources for their clients. “Community partnerships are key to AISD success, and this new collaboration is a model of efforts which are mutually beneficial,” said Superintendent Paul Cruz. The partnership between AISD and ABoR began earlier this year, when AISD asked the group for feedback on school Web pages the district
Locals mixed on City granny flats ordinance by Ann Fowler This week the Austin City Council is considering relaxing an ordinance on Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs), also called granny flats or mother-in-law apartments. Such buildings can provide extra income for the homeowner, or added living quarters for extended family members. With 34 percent of Austinites said to be living in single-person households, such living quarters could benefit both the renter and the homeowner. The city has allowed
200 ADUs in the past eight years. Austin homeowners have complained that current restrictions are too rigid, particularly in regard to parking requirements for ADUs. Oak Hill residents see the pros and the cons of such an ordinance. Jennifer Voss of Westcreek believes additional ADUs would be problematic for the community. She posted to her neighborhood group, “…it would exacerbate issues we already face such as school overcrowding, increased impervious cover leadContinued on page 12
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was already in the process of redesigning. This conversation about the importance of easy-to-navigate information that highlights a school’s unique strengths culminated in Web pages for each school that showcase each school’s programming, include photos of the school and provide the most recent performance and demographic data. In October, AISD welcomed Realtors on a bus tour to visit three
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South Austin schools: Cunningham Elementary School, Covington Middle School and Crockett High School. “The school tour was a valuable opportunity for Realtors to get a firsthand look at the innovative, forward-looking programs that many AISD schools are embracing,” Cooper said. Crockett High School ishome to the nation’s first K-12 Entrepreneurship Program, which, through a partnership with Bazaarvoice, teaches students how to launch a business or nonprofit upon graduating. The school unveiled its entrepreneurship classroom earlier this week. Covington Middle School Fine
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by Roger White I know what half of you are saying: You’re saying, “Well, there it is. He’s run out of material again. Despite the ridiculous wealth of silliness, brain-scrambling absurdities, and downright knuckle-dragging stupidity in today’s world, the Spouseman can’t think of one funny thing to say in this installment. He’s washed up, burned out, run dry, come up empty, on fumes, bit the dust, hit the wall, thrown in the towel, given up the ghost, run down the curtain and joined the choir invisible—in other words, he’s kaput.” And the other half, in a rejoicing and ebullient tone, are exclaiming, “Huzzah! The Great and Glorious Spousemaster has heard our pleas and decided to favor us with yet another of his brilliant contests! Another opportunity for mind-expanding fun, mirthful frivolity, and a chance for free stuff! What a kind, thoughtful, and oh-so-creative wordsmith we have in our midst!” And yet the third half of you are still scratching your pants and wondering just what in the hell “run down the curtain and joined the choir invisible” really means. Well, that takes some doing, but here goes: The term to “join the choir invisible” is in reference to the poem penned by George Eliot in 1867 entitled “O May I Join the Choir Invisible” in which the author longs for the afterlife in which he can spend eternity singing hymns “whose music is the gladness of the world.” To be precise, however, George Eliot was the nom de plume of poet Mary Ann Evans (1819-1880), who used a male pen name to ensure that her works would be taken seriously, seeing as how female authors of Evans’ time were stereotyped as writing only lighthearted romances. Now, to be even more precise, this term “join the choir invisible” was
referenced in a Monty Python skit OK, ready and. Go. What are the entitled “Dead Parrot Sketch” (orig- more well-known versions of these inally aired 7 December sayings: 1969) in which John 1. In my dad’s home, there are Cleese wishes to return lots of ritzy estates. a Norwegian Blue par2. You’re not anything except rot he purchased from a canine used primarily for Michael Palin because tracking. the unfortunate bird 3. Birthed Untamed. is “bleeding demised, 4. A brain is an awful item to passed on, no more, throw away. ceased to be, expired 5. If glares could commit and gone to meet its homicide. maker—a late parrot!” 6. Cease the printing maRoger White Despite Palin’s assurancchines! es that the poor parrot 7. Blood-pumping muscle to is merely “pining for the fjords,” it’s blood-pumping muscle. quite obvious this is an ex-parrot. 8. These cowboy shoes are manuAnyway. For the second half of you, factured for treading. leaning forward in your La-Z-Boys 9. Subsistence of those in the best with anticipation, be comforted, for physical shape. here I bring you the Fifth Biennial 10. Escort me out to the baseball Oldspouse Familiar Phrase Contest contest. (OFPhC). And yes, I have received 11. The evidence is within the yet another supply of premium dessert. glossy bumper stickers as prizes. For 12. An opening in 748 divided by those too young, old, sensible, or 748. deciduous to remember, the OFPhC 13. Squatting on the summit of involves a pile of phrases, quotes, the earth. movie lines, book titles, common 14. Existence is a female dog. sayings, utterances, and/or bodily 15. The lively Irish dance is not function noises that I’ve rendered in down. a somewhat obscure manner. Your 16. Four letters after T denotes the job, should you decide to accept it, location. is to come up with the more com- 17. I’m as satisfied as a liquid party mon version of said utterances. For refreshment. example, say I give you the phrase 18. Here we circumnavigate the “Croaking before disgrace!” You perimeter of the plant bearing say, “Death before dishonor!” Get mulberries. it? See how easy? 19. Twelve a.m. cowpoke. First three people (I will accept 20. She spews expletives with as dogs and possums, too) to respond much proficiency as a member of at roger.white@tasb.org with the the navy. correct answers each wins a premium glossy bumper sticker (sorry, Roger White is a freelance cowpoke the “Keep Oak Hill Obtuse” ones are living in Austin, Texas, with his lovely all gone—you get “Jesus is Coming. female spouse, two precocious offHide the Bong”). And you get your spring units, a very obese dachshund, name in the newspaper! Pseud- and a cat with Epstein-Barr. For onyms are fine. further adventures, visit oldspouse. Exciting, huh? wordpress.com. Or not.
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Commissioner’s Corner
Precinct 3
The Civil and Family Courthouse Bond Election… Now What? by Gerald Daugherty, Precinct 3 Commissioner
Travis County’s first Courthouse was located from 1855 to 1874. On Tuesday, November 3rd Travis That site was the Guadalupe block County voters narrowly rejected our in downtown Austin. $287 million bond proposal for a In 2012 Travis County formed new Civil and Family Courthouse. a Civil and Family Courthouse By a 1,064 vote margin out of 73,180 Recommendation Committee votes cast, we discovcomposed of 12 different ered the will of Travis stakeholder groups, headed County voters. And I by former Austin Mayor Pro respect that. Tem Betty Dunkerley. That It’s been a long road Committee recommended to that vote. Back the County build a new $343 in 2005, the County million Courthouse using a already saw the need Public-Private-Partnership for a new Courthouse. method, issuing Certificates We formed a large of Obligation for the debt committee of County (ie. doing it without voter officials to study the approval). Some on the issue. We looked at Gerald Daugherty Commissioners Court at existing County propthat time were reluctant to erties in the vicinity of the present do it without voter approval, and I Courthouse. A couple of properties strongly agreed that it needed to go would have been ideal, except we to the voters. When I came back to ran into the issue of Capitol View the Commissioners Court in 2013 Corridors. Going to the State Leg- we began planning for a bond elecislature to get a waiver was viewed tion that finally went to the voters as a very long shot. on November 3rd, with a price tag The County then contracted with $56 million less than originally a planning consultant to conduct a proposed. Central Campus Study to look at Despite the support of both the all its downtown departments and American-Statesman and the Austheir locations, as well as propose the tin Chronicle, there appeared to best site for a new Courthouse. The be several reasons why this bond conclusion, reported in 2011, was proposition was defeated. It was too to put the new Courthouse where expensive… It was a bad location…
Voters didn’t have enough information about it… Affordability for the taxpayers… Plus, people thought that it was a plan pushed mainly by judges and lawyers. I’ll be the first to admit that the price was probably a drawback, especially with people starting to rebel over the high taxes they already have to pay. We brought it before you, you said no, we understand. Even though the voters have spoken, the need to address the issue is still with us. It’s the responsibility of the Commissioners Court to be as creative as we can in dealing with this matter, and in the most economical way we can. First opened in June of 1931, the current Courthouse was built as the solution to the overcrowded previous Travis County Courthouse. Eighty-four years later we find ourselves in the same situation. The 1931 Courthouse had three courtrooms and a jail—it now has 19 Courts. If you tour the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse it’s evident that it’s overcrowded, does not have enough current space, is in a dilapidated condition despite constant repairs, and can’t adequately dispense civil justice for our community. It simply does not meet our current needs, much less our future needs.
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Pet page
November is adopt senior pet month by Ann Fowler
Local rescue groups would like potential adopters to consider giving a home to an older dog or cat. Most of those groups agree that senior pets are the most difficult to place, likely because people are generally looking to adopt a puppy or kitten. Many of these pets have spent their lives with a single family, only to find themselves in a shelter due to circumstances such as the death of the owner or the decision of the family that the pet is “too old.” The city’s animal shelter, the Austin Animal Center, has a volunteer group called Classic Canines that is dedicated to finding homes for shelter dogs and cats five years of age or older. The Classic Canines Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ ClassicCaninesATX/, features available seniors. Austinite Kelley Dwyer is clearly a fan of senior adoptions, having adopted four Classic Canines over the years. In September she posted
about her adoptees, “… they are the most loving, mellow, grateful and perfect dogs. They don’t have any annoying puppy behaviors and they are up for anything—lunch at a dog-friendly patio, a long walk or a snuggle on the couch.” Tayter Young also adopted a dog featured on Classic Canines. She posted, “My daughter and I were chosen by Tillie recently and absolutely have fallen in love. Thank you for all you do.” Some shy away from senior pets due to their shorter lifespans, but accidents, injuries and illnesses can happen at any age, so there are no guaranteed lifespans. Still others see seniors as the glass half full, recognizing the many benefits seniors bring to the adoption table, including: • Many are already house-trained • Most have some training and understand basic commands • They are generally calmer than their puppy counterparts Austin Pets Alive! (APA) is a rescue
group formed to save the animals at the city shelter that were most at risk for euthanasia. The group maintains a website called Senior Class Dogs (http://www.austinpetsalive.org/ adopt/dogs/senior-class-dogs/) to highlight available older dogs. In January 2011, GiGi was one of those at-risk dogs. The city had taken her from an abusive and neglectful home, but at 9 years of age she was in need of medical care—missing most of her fur due to non-contagious mange—and she needed weeks to become adoption ready, time and money the city could ill afford. GiGi was the canine equivalent of the Charlie Brown Christmas tree: Sad, unloved and unlikely to find a home. She was put on the city’s euthanasia list. A staffer from APA looked at each dog on that list to determine which could benefit by going to APA. The staffer decided to give GiGi a second chance. Weeks later, when my sister and I went to APA to look for an older dog, Continued on page 26
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Arts & Entertainment
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Friday night Dance Club - w/ Western bands and a Pot Luck break. 7:30pm-10pm at South Austin Activity Center, 3911 Manchaca RD, Austin. $4.50. New Events
The Wild Party - The Roaring Twenties musical hit, The Wild Party which won Obie, Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Awards for its extraordinary book and score. Oscar G. Brockett Theatre 300 E 23rd St (512) 471-5793
Woodworkers Club of Austin 7pm on the 1st Tuesday of the month in the training room at Seaton Hosp SW, on FM 1826 We are a non profit org. and make toys etc for charity. Call Bill at 512-288-3252 Free
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Jake Shimabukuro - 8pm Ukulele virtuoso in concert! Bass Concert Hall 2350 Robert Dedman Drive 512.471.1444 texasperformingarts. org
Live Jazz Brunch - 10am-2pm. Nutty Brown Cafe, 12225 Hwy. 290 W., 78737. 301-4648. nuttybrown.com. Tessy Lou Williams & The Shotgun Stars - 4pm at Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. No cover. Sunday/Fundays - Every first Sunday of the month the Neill-Cochran House Museum will be open to the public for free from 1pm - 4pm 2310 San Gabriel St. 512-478-2335 nchmuseum.org
Mondays Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces - 6:30pm at Evangeline Cafe, 8106 Brodie 512.282-2586. Texas Songwriters Showcase 6:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. No cover.
Wednesdays No Bad Days Open Mic - 7pm at Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 50+ Singles Dance- 7:30-9:45 Live Music. Senior Activity Center 29th & Lamar. 2874 Shoal Crest. fiftyplusdanceaustin.com Trivia Night - Wednesdays at Waterloo Ice House, Southpark Meadows, 9600 South I-35 Service Rd. SB, Suite D-100. 512-301-1007 waterlooicehouse.com.
September 27 - January 4 Strange Pilgrims - an open-ended journey through time, space, imagination, perception, and the senses. Presenting fourteen artists over three sites, Strange Pilgrims proposes “experiential art” as work that is immersive, participatory, performative, and kinetic. The Contemporary Jones Center 700 Congress Ave. October 10 - November 29 Texas Renaissance Festival - This year’s themed weekends include Oktoberfest, 1001 Dreams, All Hallows’ Eve, Pirate Adventure, Roman Bacchanal, Barbarian Invasion, Highland Fling, and Celtic Christmas. Kids ages 12 and under get in free every Sunday. Todd Mission, Texas www. texrenfest.com November 12 - November 22
Steve-O: The Guilty As Charged Tour - 7pm & 9:30pm the Paramount Theatre 719 Congress Avenue 512.472.5470 austintheatre.org Sunday, November 22 Austin Symphonic Band - 4:00 pm AISD Performing Arts Center 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd. austinsymphonicband.org Saturday, November 28
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Tony Harrisson / Dance Lessons / Jesse Dayton- 6pm - 9:15pm / 9:15pm at the Broken Spoke, 3201 S. Lamar. 442-6189.
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Open Mic with your host, Garett Endres. Starts at 9pm every Thursday 290 West Club 12013 W Hwy 290 “Thirsty Thursday” gathering- Poems and songs will be shared in a round robin, open mic atmosphere following the featured presentation. On the third Thursday of every month. Free. Food pantry donations are welcomed. 7pm at New Life Lutheran Church, 120 Frog Pond Ln in Dripping Springs. Info: 512.858-2024 Third Thursday at The Blanton - free evening of art and activities. 5-9pm at Blanton Museum, Brazos and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. blantonmuseum.org
To Kill A Mockingbird - 7:30pm Thursday – Saturday 2pm Sunday Mary Moody Northen Theatre St. Edward’s University 3001 S. Congress Ave. 512-448-8484 www.stedwards. edu/theatre November 18 - December 6 Austin Shakespeare presents A Streetcar Named Desire - The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 thelongcenter.org November 20 - November 29 Architects of Air - This stunning installation will be open to the public weekdays from 11AM to 5PM, weekends from 10AM to 5PM (final admission at 5PM). The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 thelongcenter.org
Tuesday, December 1 Handel’s Messiah: An Austin Symphony Christmas Tradition 8pm Guest conductor Ryan Heller will conduct one of the most popular oratorios of all time alongside guest vocalists Meredith Ruduski, soprano; Liz Cass, mezzo soprano; Paul D’Arcy, tenor; David Small, bass; and the vocal forces of Chorus Austin. Hyde Park Baptist Church - 3901 Speedway www.austinsymphony.org Thursday, December 3 Brownout Presents BROWN SABBATH - 8pm Bass Concert Hall 2350 Robert Dedman Drive 512.471.1444 texasperformingarts.org
Overeaters Anonymous - Fridays at 8pm open meeting. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome! Unity Church of Austin, 5501 W. US Hwy 290, Service Rd. Vicki (512) 925-7854 or Candy (432) 349-1512 Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Meeting - Bannockburn Baptist Church room 103 Every Wednesday, 7pm - 8:30pm Anne Slater 512-215-9719 for more info
Drive. Open to ages 18 & up. 956494-4809 / oakhill.freetoasthost.biz Alzheimer’s Caregiver SupporGroup - 2nd Wednesday of the month at noon at Arveda Alzheimer’s Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. Anyone caring for a loved-one with dementia and needing support is invited. RSVP to 512637-5400 and feel free to bring your own lunch. www.arvedacare.com. Senior Luncheon Program - Seniors (over 60) meet at 8656 Hwy. 71 W, Bldg A, next to JP bldg every Tues, Wed and Thurs from 10am2pm. Transportation available. Call 512-854-2138 for more info.
Conversation Cafe - Drop in for open, public dialogue on a variety of topics. Every third Saturday from 10:30am-11:30am at the Hampton Branch Austin Public Library at Oak Hill, 5125 Convict Hill Rd. 512-9749900 cityofaustin.org/library. FREE
Oak Hill Neighborhood Planning Contact Team - Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, OHNPCT does not meet in November.There is no December meeting scheduled. OHNPCT’s next meeting will be: January 27, 2016 6:30pm at the ACC Pinnacle Campus, 10th Floor Board Room. www.ohnpct.org.
Classes and meditation - with Western Buddhist nun, Gen Kelsang Ingchug. Every Sunday at 9:30am at Chittamani Buddhist Center, 1918 Bissel Lane, 78745. Everyone welcome. Spiritual counselling by appointment. Call for free brochure. 916-4444. meditationinaustin.org.
MOMS Club of Austin - Are you a stay at home mom looking for support, daytime activities and other moms like you? The MOMS® Club of SW Oaks/Oak Hill offers all that and more. You can find us on Meetup at www.meetup.com/MOMSClub-of-Austin-SW-Oaks/
Sisters in Crime Heart of Texas Chapter - Meets monthly on the second Sunday of the month at 2pm at the Recycled Reads (part of the Austin Library system) 5335 Burnet Rd www.hotxsinc.org.
Southwest Networking Group (SWING) - meets for breakfast at Waterloo Ice House, Slaughter Ln. & Escarpment Blvd., 9600 Escarpment Blvd.. 8-9:30am. Bring business cards. For more info call 4829026 or 921-4901. Thursdays.
VFW Post 4443 meeting - Meets on first Tues. of month from 7-8:30pm at 7614 Thomas Springs Road in Oak Hill. Members and potential members are encouraged to be there around 6pm to gather for dinner. There is no cost. The Oak Hill Rotary Club - Meeting the first two weeks each month for lunch on Thursday at Johnny Carinos on Brodie and then join us for social/networking events the other weeks as posted on our website. Circle C Area Democrats - 6:308:30pm Santa Rita in the Escarpment Village. Meets on second Mondays of month. For information:circle careademocrats.org. Toastmasters Groups - Build leadership and communication skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Visitors welcome. Tejas Toastmasters: 288-7808/ tejastoastmasters. org. Meets every Mon. at 6 pm at IHOP, 1101 S. Mopac. South Austin Toastmasters: meets first and third Tuesday at noon at ACC South Austin Campus, 1820 W. Stassney Lane. Phone 443-7110 or 288-7808. Oak Hill Toastmasters: meet every Thursday from 6:45-8pm at Western Hills Church of Christ, 6211 Parkwood
South Austin AARP Chapter 2426 - Tom Bauer will talk about leadership styles and best practices, 1pm - 4pm at South Austin Senior Activity Center, 3911 Manchaca Rd. Free. Meets on third Wednesday of the month. For more info call Mary at 280-8661. www.southaustinaarp.org. OHBPA Meeting - (Oak Hill Business Professionals Association). Meets every first Thursday of the month from 11:30am-1pm at Mandola’s Italian Market, 4301 W. Wm. Cannon $15. ohbpa.org. Hill Country Republican Women -- meets second Thursday of the month from 6:30 pm to 8 pm at Santa Rita in Escarpment Village. For more information: http://www.hillcountryrw.org/ or call Deborah Penn at (512) 288-2054. Creative Arts Society - Meets on first Wed. of month (except Jan.,July, Aug.) at ACC Pinnacle, 10th floor, faculty lounge. 6pm networking. 7pm program. All artists and art enthusiasts are welcome. creativeartssociety.org 288-0574. ALS Caregivers Support Group Group will meet from 12:15 to 2:15 pm on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday af-
ternoons of each month, at the Yarborough branch (2nd Tues) and the Twin Oaks branch (4th Tues) of the Austin Public Library. FREE Contact: Jinji Willingham (512) 350-8505 Retired Austin Travelers - a group for people who love to travel. Regular meetings are held at the Oak Hill Library 5124 Convict Hill Rd. More information & directions can be found at the web site, ratsonline.org. South Austin Civic Club - Dedicated to making South Austin a better place to live, work and conduct business by advoacting for issues that affect the quality of life in South Austin. Monthly luncheons are at 11:30 on the 2nd Tuesday at Red Lobster 3815 S. Lamar. For info contact: Linda Clarke at 512-899-2120.
New Events September 5 - January 31 3-D Watercolors, Metal Sculptures & Paintings - See the unique watercolors of Shou Ping See the beautiful landscape paintings of bluebonnets by Ken Moore in the Store into December. An exhibit of metal sculptures by Sun McColgin also opens Sept. 12 on the Center grounds. Enjoy this “Relics in The Field” exhibit through January. LBJ Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave (512) 232-0100 wildflower.org Saturday, November 21 “Weeds: Organic Control” - 10am Linda Wall will go over the types of weeds common in Central Texas landscapes and the organic strategies used to control them. Natural Gardener 8648 Old Bee Cave Road (512) 288-6113 www.naturalgardeneraustin.com
Leap of Joy 7th Annual Holiday Bazaar - 10am - 7pm Holiday Shopping with Unique Local Vendors, Refreshments, Santa Visit, Live Music, Face Painting and Kid Activities. nonprofit committed to providing arts enrichment to at risk youth. The High Road on Dawson located off Barton Springs Road. November 23 - December 30 Oak Hill calligraphy exhibit - Austin’s long-time calligraphy guild will spotlight calligraphic letter forms at an exhibit called Alphabetical Order at the Austin public library’s Hampton Branch at Oak Hill. A calligraphy demonstration Sat., Dec. 5 from 2pm to 4pm. Lettering artists from Capital City Scribes will demonstrate a variety of calligraphy forms and answer questions.
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Outdoors & Fitness Ongoing Events Farmer’s Market at Sunset Valley - Locally grown fresh produce at Tony Burger Center, 3200 Jones Rd. Saturdays from 9am-1pm. www. sfcfarmersmarket.org. Docent Tours of AMOA - Each Sat. & Sun. 1pm Docent-led tours of the recently restored 1916 Driscoll Villa, the intimate art exhibition Laguna Gloria Grounded and the historic gardens overlooking Lake Austin. Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress 512-495-9224 www.amoa.org. Texas Outdoor Women’s Network - Open to women of all ages interested in outdoor activities. fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking and more! No experience required. Free monthly meetings on fourth Tuesday of each month at 6pm at the LCRA Red Bud Complex, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd. . www.townaustin.org. Hill Country Outdoors- “Austin’s Most Active Outdoor, Sport an Social Club” Specializing in adventure with outdoor events such as hiking, camping, biking, road trips and rafting. hillcountryoutdoors.com. Westcave Preserve public weekend tours- Sats. and Sundays,
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10am., noon, 2pm & 4, $5 adult/$2 child/$15 family. One mile hike into the canyon & back. Kids welcome w/ adult. No pets. For more info call (830)825-3442 westcave.org . Guided Hikes - Second Sat. & second Sun. of each month at 9am at Bright Leaf Natural Area, 4400 Crestway Dr., Hikes are usually 4 miles long and last about 2 hours. Wear sturdy shoes and bring your own water. brightleaf.org Senior Safari Adventure - Tues. Fri., 1pm - 2:30pm Calling all Seniors (60+)Put on your walking shoes and join us as we stroll around the Zoo to meet and learn about some of our animals. Please bring bottled water as we do not have drinkable water on grounds. $5 caregiver $13 Senior 10808 Rawhide Trail (512) 288-1490 Nature Hike at McKinney State Falls - Free interpretive hikes to discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours. jeanneffia@gmail.com
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New Events
Rally for the Oaks of Oak Hill 10am - 2pm NE corner of William Cannon and Hwy 290 West. Save Oak Hill invites you to rally to save the great oak trees now endangered by plans for an elevated toll project through Oak Hill. Fun, music, photos, and new information about Oak Hill’s vanishing natural heritage. 512-552-3057. Saveoakhill.org
Thursday, November 19
Danny Britt - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Wink Keziah - 8pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512264-0318 poodies.net Derailers - 9:30pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar(512) 442-6189 brokenspokeaustintx.com Austin Piazzolla Quintet - 6:30 at Central Market Westgate 4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com Friday, November 20
Second Saturdays are for Families - $7 per family; $5 Member families. Noon-4pm at Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress Ave. Please RSVP to akichorowsky@amoa.org to give an idea of materials needed. 512-4959224 / www.amoa.org. Every Wednesday Thinkery Community Nights - 4pm - 8pm MAKE and DO together at Community Night! Every Wednesday the museum stays open late for families to discover new ideas and learn together. Enjoy the exhibits and educational programs facilitated by staff. Admission is by donation, with a suggested $1 dollar donation. Bilingual Storytime Wednesdays at 6 pm Thinkery At the Meredith Learning Lab 1830 Simond Ave. thinkeryaustin.org Homeschool Days at the Science Mill - Homeschool families and groups to join us on the second Wednesday of each month to explore the Science Mill. In addition to museum exhibits, we will offer special demonstrations and guests. Museum hours are 10am-4pm. Cost: $6 per student. 1 free educator per student. Additional adults are $8. No reservations required.Learning Labs will be offered at 11:30am and 1pm for an additional cost of $4 per student (limited space for Learning Labs). Storytime - Tuesdays & Wednes-
New Events September 18 - December 12 Winnie the Pooh - Join Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, and Rabbit for a fun, musical adaptation In the Kleberg Theatre at Zach Scott 202 South Lamar 512-476-0541 zachtheater.com for showtimes
KOKE FM 3rd Anniversary with Randy Rogers Band - 6pm The Nutty Brown Cafe 12225 Highway 290 West 512.301.4648 nuttybrown. com Sunday, November 22 Jon Napier Song Swap with Summer Dean - 7:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512264-0318 poodies.net
Friday, November 27
Monday, November 23
Santa on the Terrace - 10am Bring the kids for a FREE photo with Santa and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer overlooking the best view in Austin! The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 thelongcenter.org
Texas Songwriters Showcase: WC Jameson Hosts Charlie Roth - 6:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-2640318 poodies.net
Storytime Art - 10:45 Let’s celebrate family! For our craft we’ll draw and frame an adorable drawing of our family. We’ll read books and a poem about family and then paint a candle holder centerpiece for the whole family to enjoy. he Art Garage 11190 Circle Drive, Suite 202-4 (512) 852-9900 info@theartgarageaustin.com
Tuesday, November 24 Max Stalling - 8pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Road 512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com
Freddy Steady KRC - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Michael Ballew - 6pm Billy Mata - 9:30pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar (512) 442-6189 or brokenspokeaustintx.com
Wednesday, November 25
The Cover Letter - 7pm Hill Cafe 4700 South Congress 512-8519300 hillscafe.com Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer the Musical - he Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 thelongcenter.org November 28 - December 20
Potted Potter - Doors @ 6pm | Show @ 7pm This brilliant family entertainment is perfect for ages six to Dumbledore (who is very old indeed). Stateside at the Paramount Theatre
Derailers - 9:30pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar (512) 442-6189 or brokenspokeaustintx.com
719 Congress Avenue 512.472.5470 austintheatre.org
November 27 - November 29
Christmas Carol - Sat 10am; Sun 2pm Burdine Johnson Indoor Studio Theatre EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens 1101 FM 2325 512-847-6969 emilyann.org
Friday, November 27
Houston Marchman - 8pm Carolyn Wonderland - 10:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 West 512-264-0318 poodies.net
Gospel Turkey w/ The Purgatory Players w/ Many Special Guest! - 11am - 1pm at Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-828-7636 strangebrewloungeside.com
Friday, November 20
November 10 - November 29
Tessy Lou and the Shotgun Stars - 7pm The Rusty Mule 9201 Hwy 290 (512) 704-6416
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Gary P. Nunn’s Annual After Turkey Day Dance!! 9:30 - Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar(512) 4426189 brokenspokeaustintx.com Ru Coleman - 7:30pm Guy Forsyth Blues Band - 9:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net
Jennifer Knapp - 6pm at Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com
Kids Calendar days at the Hampton Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd. Toddlers Fridays at 11am, . 892-6680. wiredforyouth.co
Westgate 4477 S. Lamar Blvd 512899-4300
Stax & Motown Tribute - 8pm & 9pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca 512-828-7636 strangebrewloungeside.com
Thursday, November 26
2015 ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot - 7:30am Rain or Shine. hunderCloud has raised nearly $2.5 million for Caritas of Austin through the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot. We donate 100 percent of the proceeds of the event to Caritas, which provides education and support services to working poor people to help them become self-sufficient. The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 thelongcenter.org
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Rick McRae - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Ln 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com
Saturday, November 21 Debra Watson & The Smokin’ Aces - 6pm Central Market Cafe
Saturday, November 28 Dale Watson - 9:30pm Broken Spoke 3201 S. Lamar (512) 4426189 or brokenspokeaustintx.com Texas KGB - 8pm Blue Steel 10pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-264-0318 poodies.net Grupo Massa - 6:30 at Central Market Westgate 4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com Jimmy LaFave - 9pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Road 512828-7636 strangebrewloungeside. com Sunday, November 29 Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Purgatory Players - 11am - 1pm at Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-828-7636 strangebrewloungeside.com
Don Leady’s Rockin Revue 10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie 512 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Johnny Buck & The Gulftones 8pm - Howlin’ Waters & Rhythm Pistol - 10:30pm Poodies Hilltop Bar and Grill 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512264-0318 poodies.net
Danielle Reich - 6:30 at Central Market Westgate 4477 S. Lamar 512-899-4300 centralmarket.com
Chris Gage, Christine Albert and Kym Warner join Chris Gage and David Carroll - 6pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Road 512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com Thursday, November 26
Monday, November 30 Texas Songwriters Showcase: WC Jameson Hosts George Ensle - 6:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W. 512-2640318 poodies.net
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Drippin’ Lowdown
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Turkey dogs and Christmastime in downtown Drippin’ Rescued Retrievers
It’s Thanksgiving week, so I’ll relent and allow as how it’s ok to begin the Christmas season - especially now that a group of wandering refugees, seeking shelter from the night on the streets of the Mideast, have found warmth and safety right here in Dripping Springs. Their name is totally appropriate for Thanksgiving, too: the Turkey Retrievers. Golden Ribbon Rescue, a rescues organization that focuses on golden retrievers, has brought 18 homeless dogs halfway around the world to find forever homes in the US. It seems that years ago, having a golden retriever puppy in Istanbul was considered a status symbol. When that fad ended, the dogs were abandoned and ended up living in the streets, in forests or in overcrowded shelters in Turkey.
Before they left Turkey, the dogs received health inspections and passports and then were shipped to the States in extra-large crates on an air-conditioned cargo plane. They landed in Houston, where volunteers loaded them in cars and brought them to Service Dogs, Inc. in Dripping Springs to be cared for until they’re adopted. The dogs, who had lived on the streets of Istanbul for most or all of their lives, are being introduced to warm beds, toys and lots of friendly attention. “Once you start touching them, they just melt,” one adopter told a KVUE reporter. Golden Ribbon Rescue spent $1600 to rescue each dog from Turkey and is taking donations to offset the costs. Since there is already a long waiting list of people wanting to adopt a golden retrievers in the U.S., no goldens here
are being overlooked or put at risk as a result of this rescue. If the rescue organization receives enough donations, they’re hoping to bring more golden retrievers from Turkey next year.
Christmas on Mercer
Downtown Dripping Springs celebrates the Christmas season every year with three great holiday events. I’ll describe them in reverse chronological order: On Saturday, December 5, Dripping Springs’ main street hosts a Christmas celebration full of hometown holiday charm. Christmas on Mercer will fill the downtown historic area with a winter wonderland of live music and entertainment, arts and crafts booths, kids’ games and activities, a trackless train and pony rides, photos with Santa Claus, and a festive selection of
food and drinks. Hosted by the City of Drippig Springs and the Lions Club, the event is free to the public. Mercer Street will be closed to traffic from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and open for pedestrians to leisurely stroll to all the entertainment stages, booth, shops and special happenings the event has to offer. Around dusk (6:15 p.m.), the annual Lighting of the Tree will take place at the Triangle (Hwy 290 and RR 12). There will be Christmas carols sung by local choirs and a heart-warming tree-lighting ceremony, along with refreshments and warm drinks to ward off whatever cold we may have.
First Thursday, holiday edition
Two days prior to that, on December 3, Dripping Springs will host its regular monthly event, First Thursday. This month, the big block party will have special holiday attractions to add to the popular community night out. More than 20 participating businesses will offer live music, special activities, art, dining and unique shopping opportunities. The fun begins at 6 p.m. and shops and restaurants stay open until 9 p.m. A free shuttle service will be provided by Lock-Tite Storage. Hill Country Gift Tour (sold out) Back by popular demand, the Hill Country Gift Tour will be held one week prior to Christmas, on November 28 to coincide with Small Business Saturday.. Sponsored by the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce and the Dripping Springs Lions Club, it features more than 25 local merchants and restaurants in and around the city. Happily for them (and unhappily for the rest of us) all 125 tickets to this year’s event are already gone. During its first three years, tickets sales were limited to 100 - and sold out in three days. This fourth year, the Chamber of Commerce increased the number of tickets to 125 - and sold out in four
days! You’ll want to be first in line to get your tickets to this highly popular event next year. Tickets are on a “first come, first served” basis with a limit of four per person. For a $30 ticket, you get a festive holiday bag and a map to each participating store or eatery, who has a special gift for each tour participant. At the end of the tour, your bag Laurel Robertson is filled to the brim with holiday gifts to keep or give away. All Hill Country Gift Tour ticket proceeds benefit the Dripping Springs Lions Club. Those who purchase tickets to the tour also receive a special gift at Christmas on Mercer Street.
Starr’s on Mercer
While you’re taking in any of the above events, walk through the bright turquoise door on Mercer Street to check out the newest - and maybe most unusual - shopping experience in Dripping Springs. Starrs on Mercer bills itself as “a modern day department store” - though to me it seems very much like an old-fashioned hometown department store. Owners (and sisters) Sarah Starr Sahs and Melissa Starr Oehler grew up in a small town in south Texas where everyone got everything they needed at the two department stores in town. “That’s all we knew,” recalls Melissa. “They carried items for everyone in the family and everyone in there knew you.” The sisters designed Starrs on Mercer to recreate that hometown shopping experience for their new hometown of Dripping Springs. The new store in the old stone building carries an ample selection of women’s Dripping Springs Farmers Market and junior’s clothing; men’s clothes
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Drippin’ Lowdown, continued (including shirts, pants, belts, wallets, and boxers); clothing and toys for babies and children; gifts for Christmas, weddings and all occasions; a large selection of robes, slippers and lingerie; and accessories - jewelry, purses, scarves and more. There’s also vintage furniture and select housewares, along with several items of pure whimsy. The unique selection of wares is probably what separates Starrs best from the rest. The sisters are self-professed “professional shoppers” and, after spending years as marketers in the Fortune 300 world, love getting to do it for a living.
“Now we shop for other people and love it!” say the pair, who travel to markets around the U.S. in their search for the best merchandise for their “boutique with a twist.” They carry as many locally produced items as they can - from the nationally marketed Consuela Handbags (that are produced here in Dripping Springs) to the works of local succulent artist Jennifer Ziegler and t-shirts by Thorne Wall (owned by two Dripping Springs women). Melissa claims they are amazed at how much talent there is to choose from here. Through the east door and out into
Dripping Springs the sideyard awaits maybe the most unexpected addition to a department store: Sisters Alley. Part BYO wine patio, part kids’ playground, the relaxation zone is open for community use during store hours. Tables shaded by large umbrellas sit adjacent to a small play area with a giant Jenga game and boards/bags for cornhole toss. With its small side bar, Sisters Alley is ideal for book club meetings, women’s groups, wine tastings, birthday parties and just taking a break during a day on Mercer Street.
Business Bits Vet helps pets and owners through hardest time As a very young child, Dr. Maggie MacDonald used to accompany her Dad on housecalls for his veterinary practice and when she was older, she followed in her footsteps and graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Her sister and brother-in-law are also vets. It was a very personal experience, however, that put her on her current path of providing in-home euthanasia for pets. In 2008, her 15-year-old dog, Sam, was suffering and, being a vet, she was able to make sure his final hours were comfortable, peaceful and with his loved ones. She realized that most pet owners did not have the same option and pet euthanasia was most often done at the vet’s office— a place that can make an old dog feel scared and anxious. Shortly after she began offering in-home euthanasia on the side. Shortly after, she decided
to come back to her home state from the Northeast and this past June she formed her own business to exclusively do in-home euthanasia. “I am not a full-service mobile vet,” she says. “Euthanasia doesn’t need a lot of equipment, but there can be a lot of counseling involved. I have many conversations about quality of life and knowing when it is time.” Judging by the many five star reviews on Yelp. Dr. MacDonald seems to have found exactly the right profession for her caring, compassionate temperament. One recent reviewer had this to say: “First, let me tell you how sorry I am that you are in search of this service... I know how heartbreaking this time is. However, if and when you require euthanasia services, you would most certainly not regret calling Dr. MacDonald to assist you through this painful time. She is kind, under-
standing of your heartbreak, patient and very thorough in explaining all aspects of the process.” Dr. MacDonald returns phone calls quickly, usually within an hour. She can be reached by calling or texting 512533-8333 or by emailing drmaggie@ cpetvet.com. More information can be found at compassionatepetvet.com.
we even have a couple of watches to give away, too.” In addition, there will be kid’s activities to keep them busy while parents browse the store. The store will be celebrating their 10th year next March, but David Throckmorton has been in the industry since getting a degree in watch repair in the mid-seventies. Their store carries
Starr’s on Mercer carries an eclectic mix of items including
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Throckmorton’s is doing it up big for Small Business Saturday Throckmorton’s Watch and Jewelry store on Highway 290 will be having an all-day event for Small Business Saturday right after Thanksgiving. “We will have some great giveaways,” says Tracey Throckmorton who, along with her husband David, owns the store. “We will be giving away some really nice jewelry as door prizes and
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several brands of fine watches and they just recently added a line from Oris, a popular Swiss brand. Their jewelry lines include Elle, Marahlago, and Belle étoile in addition to custom designs. The Saturday event will also feature some special saving on the Belle étoile jewelry.
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Austin Independent School District news Continued from p. 3 lifelong learners. Cunningham Elementary School’s MicroSociety Program serves as the framework for campus initiatives, including the school’s community farm. After receiving overwhelmingly
positive feedback from participants on the first tour, AISD has begun planning for a second set of visits. “I’m so excited that AISD and the Austin Board of Realtors are developing a partnership that is sure to benefit families moving to Austin,” Trustee Julie Cowan said. “Realtors
Commissioner’s Corner Continued from p. 5 The need for a new Civil and Family Courthouse is dire. We’ll have to think long and hard about what our next steps will be, and what we’ll do in the future. After the results of the November 3rd bond election, we’ll have to examine our current policies and find ways to
will have the opportunity to step inside our schools and learn about the unique programs found on each campus. For too long we’ve assumed Realtors and the general public knew of all the good work taking place in our schools. Now we’re taking steps to ensure that they do.”
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alleviate this situation. We’ll need to reconsider the location, as well as the cost. We’ll probably have to look at a design that scales the project back to the barest of necessities. I look forward to the Commissioners Court being creative in dealing with this issue. We were told no on this prop-
osition, that taxpayers expect us to hold the line on spending, yet get the job done. And I intend to do that. With all this in mind, I ask that you stay engaged, keep in touch, let us know your ideas on how we might work through this dilemma, and help us improve the services we must provide for you, our constituents.
For more information, please contact Executive Director of Communications Reyne Telles or Assistant
Director of Community Engagement and External Communications Celso Baez at 512-414-9776.
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increasing the number of people in an area may impact transportation and parking in that area, but being able to turn a garage into an apartment could be good for the property owner with the additional income and the apartment dweller with more affordable rent, as well as being good for multigenerational families.” The topic has been under consideration for more than a year, but is expected to face a final vote on November 20.
Granny flats ordinance ing to more homes flooding, lack of parking spaces and increased traffic, increasing stress to our infrastructure such as water mains that constantly break and transformers that continue to blow. Our city is not keeping up with/addressing our current issues ... adding more density in a neighborhood and increasing infrastructure demands will just compound the problem.” But her neighbor, Linda Bryant, sees the benefits of ADUs. She said, “I am for relaxing the rules. I realize
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Gazette Sports: Austin • Bowie • Crockett
Crockett falls to Reagan by Patrick Olson The Crockett football team completed the 2015 season with a 42-6 defeat to Reagan. With over three hundred yards of rushing, the Raiders controlled the contest. Reagan
(7-4) finished the season following a 44-17 loss to Georgetown in the first round of the playoffs. Crockett (1-9) completed an arduous 2015 campaign with a lone 31-27 victory over rival Travis.
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Stephen Demerson by Patrick Olson
Gazette: Sarah Weeks
Maroons QB Beau Kalbacher (#14) threw scoring strikes to Davis Parsons and Jacob Traudt.
Hendrickson ends Maroons season by Patrick Olson
For the second consecutive season, the Austin High football team suffered a resounding defeat to Hendrickson in the first round of the playoffs. After the Hawks smashed the Maroons 56-14 in 2014, Hendrickson obliterated Austin High 64-13 Friday evening. Hendrickson (9-2) advances to face Spring (101) in the area round while Austin High (7-4) completes a successful campaign, having extended their
season for the second year in a row. The Hawks created a 43-0 lead at intermission by scoring on each of their first eight possessions. Senior quarterback Carrington Kearney guided the Hawks attack with precision, and sophomore running back Dana Jackson ran for over 150 yards. Isaiah Townes utilized his 6’1” 185 lb. frame to snag a pair of touchdown catches. Austin High found the end zone in the fourth quarter, with Beau Kalbacher throwing scoring strikes
to Davis Parsons and Jacob Traudt. Kalbacher completed his senior season with 248 completions in 400 attempts for 3055 yards. He threw for 29 touchdowns and only nine picks. Marcello Mendoza crossed the goal line nine times en route to accumulating 778 yards of rushing. Truadt caught 77 passed for 892 yards and eight touchdowns. Junior wideout Joshua Jacobs scored eight touchdowns and had 693 yards on 43 receptions.
Exceeding his junior year accomplishment of reaching regionals, Stephen Demerson closed out his final fall semester at Bowie by qualifying for the state cross-country meet at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. “He’s a quiet leader on our team,” said Bowie cross-country coach Rita Gonzales. “He’s a very strong academic student. He leads by example.” Born in Austin, Stephen attended Kiker Elementary before progressing to Gorzycki Middle School, where he also played basketball and soccer. Upon arriving at Bowie, he concentrated on cross-country and track. He posted his best time of 16:28 at the McNeil Invitational meet before the district meet. Demerson competed in muddy conditions at both the regional and state meets, but wisely reviewed the course prior to running in the final event. “Before the race, I found the good lines,” he stated. He finished 138th overall with a time of 19:00.19. Mathematics instructor Mrs. Stiles is Stephen’s favorite teacher at Bowie. “I was really struggling in geometry and I needed some help. She was understanding about it,” he explained. “She’s
Stephen Demerson, Bowie had a positive impact on my life.” Demerson began running cross-country at the urging of his father Aaron Demerson. After his sophomore season, his mother Rose encouraged him to attend a distance camp in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which he did with teammate Jason Hart. He improved significantly as a junior. Stephen’s younger brother Matthew plays soccer at Bowie. Following graduation, Stephen wants to attend college, with TCU and SMU as his top two choices. During the spring he will com Continued on next page
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Cedar Ridge ends Bowie’s season by Patrick Olson
The Bowie football team lost to Cedar Ridge in the first round of the playoffs for the second time in three seasons as the Raiders defeated the Bulldogs 47-17 Friday night. Cedar Ridge (10-1) moves on to face District 16-6A runner-up Humble Atascocita in the area round while Bowie (8-3) completes a 2015 campaign with three capable quarterbacks and reliable receiver Paul Saucedo returning next year. A field goal by Josh Marini put Bowie in front 3-0 before Cedar Ridge answered with a 42-yard touchdown reception. Sam Portillo converted one of his four receptions for the evening into a 31-yard wide-open touchdown catch down the right sideline to give the Bulldogs a 10-7 advantage. A miscue in the Bowie backfield in the end zone led to a fumble recovery and touchdown for the Raiders, but the Bulldogs rebounded with a score when Cash Cavitt leaped high in the air to grab a touchdown catch from Brandon Ramos. A field goal by Cedar Ridge tied the game at the half 17-17. Cedar Ridge accumulated over 200 yards of rushing in the game and dominated in the second half with 30 unanswered points. Raider field general Garrett Sharp ran for a score and threw for three touchdowns. Ramos connected on 19 of 34 throws for 284 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Desmond Young led
Stephen Demerson Continued from p. 14 pete on the Bulldogs track team running in the mile and two mile events. “I enjoy both cross country and track,” he noted. “I like the speed of track. Cross-country is fun. It’s a real physical challenge as well as mental.”
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Austin Community College news
ACC collecting children’s books for Brown Santa Program Austin Community College (ACC) is collecting donations for its annual “I Can Read!” children’s book drive benefiting the Travis County Sheriff ’s Office’s Brown Santa program. “We can help unlock curiosity and creativity for children across Central
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disabilities. Topics include transitioning from high school, best practices, college preparation. Retired NFL offensive guard and host of the ESPN Longhorn Network’s Hook, Line, and Studdard, Kasey Studdard will serve as keynote speaker. Additional guest speakers include Dr. Jean Bahney, AISD interim director of special education, Elizabeth Danner, Secondary Transition Services, Julee Renfroe, East Texas Autism Network, and Sue Morasaka, Houston Community College Vast Academy director. A panel of graduates also will share their college experience. Early registration is available through Friday, November 6. The cost is $40 for adults and $30.00 for those 17 and under. From Saturday, November 7, through Friday, November 20, registration costs $65 for adults. The cost for children
remains $30. Breakfast and lunch are included with admission. Registration is available online in the ACC Marketplace. For more information contact Mariah Lossing at 512-223-7657 or mlossing@ austincc.edu.
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Brown Santa Announces 12th Annual Brown Santa 5K A Christmas Holiday Project of the Travis County Sheriff ’s Office The Travis County Wellness Committee, in association with the Austin Runner’s Club, is sponsoring the 12th Annual Brown Santa 5k Run/Walk on December 6, 2015, race begins at 8:15am at the Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Ln., Austin, TX 78724. Proceeds will benefit the Travis County Sheriff ’s Office Brown Santa program. The Brown Santa 5K is offered as a competitive (chip-timed) event, as well as a fun run/walk. Pre-Race Registration (through Nov. 30): Chip-Timed/Fun Run/ Walk $35; 12 & under $15. Day of Registration (Dec. 6): Chip-Timed/Fun Run/Walk $40; 12 & under $20. Online Registration is available through race day. Event information is at; https://www.tcsheriff.org/community/events/365-12th-annualbrown-santa-5k or for questions, please contact BrownSanta5K@ traviscountytx.gov or phone (512) 854-7786.
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H-E-B’s 26th Annual Feast of Sharing Dinner is free feast To celebrate the holiday season and H-E-B’s Spirit of Giving, H-E-B will host its 26th annual Feast of Sharing dinner on Tuesday, November 24 from 4 PM – 8 PM at the Palmer Events Center located at 900 Barton Springs Road in Austin. H-E-B’s Feast of Sharing is a company-wide holiday tradition serving community residents a delicious, free meal with festive entertainment. “Feast of Sharing is a key component in H-E-B’s year-round effort to combat hunger throughout Texas and Mexico,” said Winell Herron, group vice president of public affairs, diversity and environmental affairs. “It is one of the many ways H-E-B takes an active role in local communities and truly sets an example as to what our Spirit of Giving is all about. Each year, we look forward to serving these communities and expressing our gratitude by giving back to our customers and their families during the holiday season.” Thousands of H-E-B Partners (employees) and community volunteers will work together to prepare and serve more than 14,000 meals to residents of Austin on November 24. Altogether, 3,500 pounds of sliced turkey; 3,500 pounds of mashed potatoes; 3,080 pounds of vegetable medley; 280 gallons of brown gravy; 1,400 pies; 14,000 dinner rolls and
soft drinks will be served. Attendees of the Feast of Sharing dinner will enjoy live entertainment with performances by the Lake Travis High School Fiddlers; Fabtones, a Beatles tribute band; Wesley Intergenerational Choir; Bidi Bidi Banda, a Selena tribute band; and Knuckle Sammich, a band of H-E-B Partners and the winner of the 2015 Health Alliance for Austin Musicians Corporate Battle of the Bands. In addition, a children’s area where kids will enjoy arts and crafts with help from The Contemporary Austin. In its fifth year the H-E-B Community Connection will host over 15 nonprofits on-site offering social services outreach to guests, including care for elderly, volunteer health clinics, and information about shelters and community aid centers. Free parking will be available in the Palmer Events Center parking garage or attendees can visit one of the following H-E-B locations to pick up a complimentary one-day bus pass (available first come, first serve) for the event, courtesy of Capital Metro and H-E-B beginning on Tuesday, November 17th: H-E-B #1 at 2701 E. 7th St. H-E-B #2 at 600 W. William Cannon - H-E-B #8 at 2400 S. Congress Ave.
Community dinner will provide free hot meals and live entertainment to 14, 000 H-E-B #12 at 2508 E. Riverside Dr. H-E-B #15 at 9414 N. Lamar H-E-B #30 at 1801 E 51st St. Please visit www.capmetro.org for route and schedule information. The Thanksgiving meal will be prepared on site in the state-of-theart H-E-B Mobile Kitchen that will serve as the host site for the H-E-B staff to prepare and cook the holiday meal. The mobile kitchen has the capability to prepare more than 6,400 meals per hour. The H-E-B mobile kitchen is paired with a 53’ refrigerator trailer for the transportation of perishable food items and supplies and is designed specifically for Feast of Sharing and to respond to disaster emergency relief efforts. H-E-B will also sponsor the making of meals for those who are unable to attend the Feast via Meals on Wheels and More! on Thanksgiving day to provide meals to homebound individuals in Austin and surrounding areas. Additionally, H-E-B is donating decorative mums to adorn each Meals on Wheels client’s home for enjoyment during the Thanksgiving holiday.
To volunteer for the Feast of Sharing dinner, please visit www.handsoncentraltexas.org. Groups, families, and individuals are invited to participate while spots are available. H-E-B’s commitment and involvement in the community has been recognized as an important part of the way the company does business. The Feast of Sharing tradition began in 1988, and H-E-B’s holiday dinner program has now grown to serve more than 250,000 meals in 32 locations throughout Texas and Mexico.
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Religious Services ANGLICAN
St. Philip’s Anglican Church 1408 W. 9th St, Austin. 78703 Fr. Gary Francis, Vicar Holy Communion 1928 Book of Common Prayer Sunday 11:00 am gkfrancis@suddenlink.net Traditional Anglican Worship
BAPTIST
Bee Cave Baptist Church 13222 Hwy. 71W (at Hwy. 620) (512) 263-5058 Pastor: Rev. Jim Roquemore Services: Sun. 10:45am & 6:30pm, Sunday School 9:30am Children’s church available Sun. am Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 7 pm First Baptist Church of Oak Hill 6907 Convict Hill Rd 78749 512) 288-7570 Pastor: Rob Satterfield Services: Sun. 10:50am & 6:00pm Bible Study Sun. 9:30am Thursday Abide student ministry 6:30pm www.fbcoakhill.org Oak Hill Primitive Baptist Church 11408 Camp Ben McCulloch Rd. Pastors: Richard Halbgewachs and mark Huffman Services: Sunday Prayer 9:00 am, Coffee Fellowship 9:30 am, Worship 10:30 am, Wednesday 7:00 pm www.oakhillpbc.org Scenic Hills Baptist Church 8305 Mowinkle Dr. (off Circle Dr.) (512)288-0244 Pastor Matthew Cox Adult and children’s Sunday School classes- 10am Sunday worship service- 11am Sunday evening service- 6pm Wednesday prayer and preaching service- 7pm More info found at- scenichillsbc.com
BAUTISTA
Iglesia Bautista Oak Hill 6907 Convict Hill Rd., 78749 Cell (512)828-9545/Home(512)719-4366 Pastor Leonel Flores Sr. Servicios Bilingües- Domingo: 9:45am- Escuela Dominical, 11 am- Adoración & Mensaje Miércoles: 7pm- Estudio Bíblico & Oración Música Tradicional y Contemporánea ¡Visitarnos!
CATHOLIC
St. Catherine of Siena 4800 Convict Hill Rd. 78749 892-2420 Pastor Rev. Patrick Coakley Weekend Masses: Sat. 9am, 5pm vigil; Sun 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:15pm, 5pm Weekday Masses: Mon-Fri. 12noon, Sat. 9am, Tues & 1st Fri 7pm
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Western Hills Church of Christ 6211 Parkwood Drive 892-3532 www.whfamily.org westernhillsoffice@gmail.com Sunday Services:9am Bible Classes (all ages),10am Worship (with Children’s Church) Evening - groups & worship alternating weeks Wednesday: 7pm Worship, classes for all ages, 6pm Meal together We have an inspiring and Biblically rich worship service, a very active Youth Ministry and a growing Children’s Ministry! “We are... a place to believe, a place to belong, a place to call home”
COWBOY CHURCH Cowboy Church of the Hill Country 120 Frog Pond Lane(4 miles west of Nutty Brown Road on Hwy 290) (512) 587-2242 Pastor: Jerry Kelley pastor@cowboychurchhc.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.cowboychurchhc.org facebook.com/Cowboy ChurchHC info@ cowboychurchhc.org We do things the Cowboy way!
EPISCOPALIAN
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 11819 So. IH-35 (exit #223, FM 1327; take north access road 1.1 mile) 282-5631 www.stalbansaustin.org Seeking the transformation of lives through sharing God’s love and grace Rector: The Rev. Erin Hensley Services: 9am & 11:15am Holy Eucharist Rite II, Coffee Hour 10 am & 12:45 am, Christian Formation for All Ages 10:15 am-11am Children’s Chapel at both services and professional nursery from 8:45 am12:45 pm St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church 8724 Travis Hills Dr. 78735 (between SW Parkway & Old Bee Caves) (512) 288-0128 www.stchristopher.net Rector: The Rev. Bo Townsend Services: Holy Communion at 10am Sundays; Children’s Chapel at 10 am Christian Ed. 9am (Sept. 10-May 20) Seeking God’s Truth, Sharing God’s Love St. Michael’s-South St. Michael’s Episcopal Church-New South Campus Meeting at Covington Middle School Auditorium, 3700 Convict Hill (1 block SW of Brodie & Wm. Cannon) 9:00 A.M. Worship, Sunday School, Nursery All are welcome around God’s table st-michaels.org
HINDU TEMPLE
Shree Raseshwari Radha Rani Temple 400 Barsana Road, Austin, TX 78737 512-288-7180 Visiting Hours: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm www.radhamadhavdham.org
ISLAM
Masjid Ibrahim Islamic Center Religious Services/Youth & Children Activities 1701 W Ben White Blvd. Bldg. #3 512-693-2924 Friday Sermon @ 1:00 PM Mosque open 7 days for 5 daily prayers Check Mosque website for prayer timings and weekend programs www.masjidibrahim.org Email: admin@masjidibrahim.org
LUTHERAN
Abiding Love Lutheran Church “Sharing God’s Love” 7210 Brush Country, 78749 (512)892-4040 Sr. Pastor:Lynnae Sorensen Assoc. Pastor: Brad Highum Sunday Services: 8:30am and 11am Education Hour: 9:45 am (for all ages) Children’s Center 892-2777 Director: Debbie Tonne Full & PT programs M-F, 7am-6pm Food Pantry- Mondays 1:30-3:30pm info@abidinglove.org www.abidinglove.org Bethany Lutheran Church “Where Jesus Meets His Friends” 3701 W. Slaughter (next to Bowie) 292-8778 email: info@blcms.org Pastor: Rev. William B. Knippa Assoc. Pastor: Rev. Martin Danner Sun. Worship Services: 8am (Trad.) 9:30 & 11:00 am (Trad. & Contemporary Music) 6:00 p.m. (Contemporary Praise) Sunday School & Bible Study: 9:30am Nursery During Services Bethany Preschool, Mon-Thurs. www.blcms.org Holy Cross Lutheran Church 4622 S. Lamar 892-0516 Rev. Magdalene Holm-Roesler, Pastor Services: 10:00 am Sunday Study Hour: 9:00 am Sunday Fellowship & Coffee after services Adult and Children’s Sun. School www.hclcaustin.org You’re always welcome here. Mt. Olive Lutheran Church 10408 Hwy 290 West (4 miles from the “Y” in Oak Hill) 512-288-2370 info@ConnectwithJesus.org www.Mt.OliveAustin.org Pastors: Paul Meyer and Ben Braun Services: 8 am traditional and 10:30 am contemporary. Education Hour: 9:15-10:15 am Preschool: 18 months to Pre-K,
Preschool Phone: 512-288-2330 Full and part-time hours. Risen Savior Lutheran Church-WELS 2811 Aftonshire Way 78748 512-280-8282 Rev. Bilas Glaeske, interim pastor Services: Sunday Worship— 9:30am Sunday School/Bible Classes for all ages, Sunday— 11:00am¡ www.risensavioraustin.net
METHODIST Oak Hill United Methodist Church 7815 Hwy. 290 W. 78736 288-3836 Rev. Jim Roberts, Rev. Pam Sheffield, and Rev. Katy Fitzhugh Services: Sunday 8:45, 10 & 11:15am (Interpreted for the deaf at the 10 and 11:15am services) Wednesday ReCharge service 6:15pm Sunday School: 10 & 11:15am Children’s Sunday School: 8:45, 10 & 11:15am, Youth group: 5pm www.oakhillumc.org open hearts, open minds, open doors! Manchaca United Methodist Church Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors! 1011 FM 1626 (SE corner of FM 1626 & Manchaca Rd) www.ManchacaUMC.org; office@ ManchacaUMC.org; 512.282.7274 Pastors: Rev. Laura Adam, Rev. Tracey Beadle Sunday Schedule: 8:30 am – Traditional Worship with Communion in the Sanctuary. 9:45 am - Sunday School; adult, youth and children. 11:00 am - Traditional Worship and Hymns in the Sanctuary. 11 am - Life on the Road - Casual Praise Service in the Family Life Center 5 pm - High School & Middle School youth programs Wednesday Worship: 6:00 am Individual Prayer and Meditation with Communion
NON - DENOMINATIONAL
Austin Ridge Southwest 7416 Hwy 71 W, 78735 512-288-8000 Worship services: 9:15 and 11:00 Children’s Ministry: 9:15 and 11:00 Middle/High School 6 pm www.austinridge.org Hope in the City 4407 Monterey Oaks Blvd, 78749 Phone; 512-892-4673 Senior Pastor: Britt Tucker Sun. Service 10:15 am www.hopeinthecity.org We value loving God, loving one another and loving Austin and the Nations. LifeAustin 8901 W Hwy 71 78735 Phone: 512-220-6383 Lead Pastor: Randy Phillips
Sun. Services: 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 am Wed Services: 7 pm Life University, 7 pm Student Life LifeAustin is a Bible Church - a cosmopolitan community of healing and hope. We are all about connecting people to Christ and to each other.
ORTHODOX
St. Sophia Orthodox Church 225 Rose Dr. in Dripping Springs Fr. Peter Smith, Pastor 512) 638-0721 / pcmsmith@hotmail. com (Fr. Peter’s email) www.stsophiachurch.us Services: Sundays- 8:45 a.m. Orthros (Matins) & 10 a.m. Divine Liturgy- Weds- 7p.m. Daily Vespers or other special services according to the season Saturdays- 5:45 pm. Ninth Hour & 6:00 pm Great Vespers and Confession Special feast day services as an-nounced All services are in English and visitors are always welcome. The Orthodox Church is the original, historic, pre-denominational Church of the New Testament. Please join us for worship soon!
PRESBYTERIAN
Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church 5226 W William Cannon 78749 Pastor James Capps Assoc. Pastors Michael Killeen, Britta Dukes Worship Schedule: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
UNITY
UNITY of Lake Travis is here! The new congregation, led by the Rev. John Connor & Rev. Bonnie Connor, meets Sundays at 10:30AM at the Old Bee Cave Schoolhouse, 13333 Texas Hwy 71, Bee Cave TX. (Located behind Shops at the Galleria, next to the Bee Cave fire station.) Visit facebook.com/unitylaketravis for more information, or email John@ReverendConnor.com. UNITY is a positive, accepting path for spiritual living, based in the teachings and example of Jesus.
Unity of Austin
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through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We believe that developing spiritual maturity results in creative abundant lives, families, communities, and a peaceful world.
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Civic Agenda, cont. from p. 2 community priorities for the facilities assessment process. For more information, call Tony Arnold at the Austin Parks and Recreation Department, at 512-9749401. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. One-day-per-week Watering Schedule Public Input Workshops Wednesday, Dec. 2, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Waller Creek Center , 625 E. 10th Street, Room 104 Austin Water is kicking off a public input process to consider a proposal for a permanent one-day-per-week watering schedule. They also want input on other parts of the conservation code to help develop the best overall package of conservation strategies. Citizens will have an opportunity to engage in small group discussions that will help craft the regulations that support the proposed watering schedule. Free garage parking. Contact Geneva Guerrero, geneva. guerrero@austintexas.gov to RSVP and sign up for future updates.
Lamar Beach Master Plan Public Meeting #2 Tuesday, Dec. 15, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Austin High School Cafeteria, 1715 W. Cesar Chavez Street. The purpose of this meeting will be to present design concepts for Lamar Beach with an emphasis on how public input has shaped the plans and to solicit more input to generate additional ideas from the alternatives presented. The public meeting will include the following activities: a 30-minute walk-through tour where participants are strongly encourage to walk around and take a look at displays and informational materials before the presentation, a 60-minute interactive presentation covering the design principles and alternatives based on these principles, and a 30-minute review session in order to provide participants with another opportunity to walk around and review the informational materials on the alternatives presented. The planning area for Lamar Beach at Town Lake Metro Park includes abouty 65 acres of parkland bounded
by Lady Bird Lake to the south, the railroad tracks above the YMCA Town Lake to the north, Austin High School to the west and North Lamar Blvd to the east. Current uses of the park include athletic fields, the Lance Armstrong Bikeway, Austin Pets Alive Adoption Center, Roy and Ann Butler Hike and Bike Trail and the Texas Rowing Center. The West Austin Youth Association hosts a multitude of programs at the four athletic fields for youth sports programs. For more information about the Lamar Beach Master Plan process and schedule, please visit the website at https://www.austintexas.gov/ department/lamar-beach-masterplan or contact Charles Mabry, Park Development Coordinator, at Charles.Mabry@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-9481. Find volunteer opportunities at GivePulse.com City of Austin leaders have announced a partnership with GivePulse, a local civic good startup, to make it easier for Austinites
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to find volunteer opportunities. The online tool at GivePulse.com, matches community members and service-learning students who want to make a difference with nonprofits and organizations seeking volunteers On GivePulse, residents can register to be notified of volunteer opportunities that interest them from the City of Austin and several Central Texas agencies. Volunteer opportunities range from one-time events to ongoing activities for individuals, youth and large groups. City departments often rely on volunteers to provide an enhanced level of public service. Needs include youth sports coaches, docents, dog walkers, tree-planters and volunteers to help seniors in library computer labs. Volunteer with the Travis County Sheriff ’s Office- Victim Services Unit Volunteers with the Victim Services Unit of the Travis County Sheriff ’s Office assist Victim Services staff on the front lines of crisis intervention! They provide immediate response to
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this very seriously as we work to enhance safety and mobility in the Oak Hill area. Also, while the city of Austin ordinances do not apply to TxDOT, we have been coordinating with the city’s arborist and others to preserve as many trees as possible in the project area.” City of Austin arborist Michael Embesi told the Gazette, “I can confirm that [TxDOT has] reached out to me (and the community) to address potential tree issues for this project over the past several years.” Save Oak Hill representatives say neither of the TxDOT designs, known as Alternatives A and C, is good for the trees for which Oak Hill is named. Organizers say TxDOT engineers have attempted to avoid the loss of just a handful of the more famous trees—such as the iconic Grandmother Oak and the Taco
Bell tree—but the sheer width of the highway, the elevation requirements and the needed access ramps will lead to the removal of or damage to hundreds of large trees. Save Oak Hill organizers say they plan to engage professional assistance in exploring potential for a public park to preserve the historic center of Oak Hill and will be accepting donations for the effort. TxDOT is currently engaged in a federally mandated environmental impact study to measure the extent of tree removal and other impacts from design Alternatives A and C. “We have been talking to TxDOT for a long time,” said Carol Cespedes, an Oak Hill resident active in Save Oak Hill. “They have made some adjustments, but the result hasn’t much changed. The current plans will reduce Oak Hill to a name on the map—without its historic oaks.”
Steve Beers of the Save Barton Creek Association is equally critical of the suggested road designs. He said, “TxDOT is evading the federal mandate for ‘context sensitive design’ by ignoring the great trees of Oak Hill.” Organizers encourage the public to join the rally on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the northeast corner of William Cannon and U.S. Hwy 290 West. The Save Oak Hill group will present a photographic “tree tour” provided by Powell, combined with maps based on the TxDOT schematics to show the impact of the proposed highway on existing trees. Save Oak Hill has a website at www. SaveOakHill.org. For more information on the “Save Oak Hill Tree Tour,” or to sign the group’s petition, see www.SaveOakHill.org/tour/.
Congressman Smith holds Fall Forum Continued from p. 1 effect in 2013, Smith’s district is mostly to the west of Travis County, but includes a small part of San Antonio in Bexar County, along with another oddly shaped section that reaches into Southwest Austin. That section includes Sunset Valley, Travis Country, much of the area around the “Y”, Western Oaks (but not most of Village of Western Oaks or Legend Oaks) and the part of Shady Hollow that is east of Brodie. Circle C and other Southwest Austin neighborhoods not in District 21 are a part of District 25, represented by Roger Williams (R). Smith, who has been in Congress since 1987, used the first part of the hour to give the few dozen constituents in attendance an update on recent events in the House and to express his hope that the future would be more bi-partisan and productive than recent years. “Paul Ryan is articulate and a fresh start from a younger generation,” he said. “We can’t keep doing things the way we have,” he added, referring to John Boehner’s tenure. The Congressman pointed out that a new change in the rules will now give
congresspeople 72 hours to review pending legislation. “There was a lot of abuse with the 3-day rule,” he said, referring to what had recently been in effect. He explained that a bill would get posted at the end of one day and then come up for a vote in the early morning after the following day, giving legislators a single day to look over lengthy pieces of legislation. Smith also decried President Obama’s decision to reject the Keystone Pipeline, saying it would have produced 42,000 jobs. (A Washington Post fact check of that figure back in January disputed that and pointed out that almost all jobs created would be temporary construction jobs lasting less than half a year.) Smith went on to talk about his opposition to the Iran Nuclear Deal, citing several concerns about the details in the plan, including the fact that the United States would not be able to furnish any of the inspectors since we do not have official diplomatic relations with Iran. The Congressman then went on to discuss the work of the House Science, Space and Technology
Committee, of which he is the chair. “This is a fun committee,” Smith said, “and involves oversight of NASA, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Science Foundation (NSF).” He briefly touched on the highly controversial subpoenas his committee has issued to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to get their internal e-mails, saying they needed to determine if government scientists are skewing the data to make climate change appear worse than it is. This and related topics also came up later during the question and answer session. He also justified his committee’s oversight of NSF grants to make sure the research “was in the national interest.” Smith was probably most animated when he discussed what was happening in the area of space exploration. “We have been looking for earth’s cousin and we have found it in Kepler-452 B,” he said. The planet, which is 10 light years away, has an orbit in its sun’s habitable zone, has liquid water and also methane and Continued on next page
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oxygen in the atmosphere. “There is a 99% chance that there is life on this planet,” he said. Smith was also excited about the future of space tourism. “We will be able to go into low-earth orbit very soon,” he said, although the high price tag will limit the opportunity to the extremely well-off. On a light note, Smith introduced author Julian Read who was in the audience. Read, who worked for Governor John Connelly at the time of the Kennedy Assassination, wrote the book “JFK’s Final Hours in Texas” which Smith had recently read. Smith explained that the Library of Congress put on dinners centered around the favorite meals of various presidents and when they were planning an LBJ dinner, Smith pointed out the description of the
dinner planned at the LBJ Ranch on the day of the assassination and that was used in planning the dinner. Speaking fondly of the bygone days of bi-partisanship, the congressman said “I will probably get in trouble for this, but Ted Kennedy was my example. He would take a half loaf in a heartbeat and then come back and try and get the rest of the loaf.” Smith used as an example his six-year effort with Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy to reform the patent system, for which he was named “Legislator of the Year.” He then recounted that when he was head of the Judiciary Committee (he is still a member, although no longer the chair) he had a bi-partisan retreat and was able to work successfully to pass several bills with John Conyers, the ranking Democrat on the committee. “I have not had the same success
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“...the first question he took was about his reputation as a climate change denier. Smith denied being a denier, calling himself a “semi-skeptic”
with the Science Committee,” he admitted, making reference to Eddie Bernice Johnson, the ranking affecting the climate. He threw out who had just been flooded out of Democrat, who sent him a chastising some figures about how few parts per their house on Onion Creek for the public letter on October 23 regard- million of CO2 has been added by second time, wanted to know what ing the NOAA e-mail subpoenas. mankind to the atmosphere, using the federal government could do The letter ended “I, along with the that to justify inaction so as not to in helping with flood control. The other Democratic Members of this disrupt our economy. issue of cybersecurity also came up. Committee, stand ready to work Some audience members came Smith said that “there is over a 50% with the majority on legitimate armed with specific issues that were chance that that is where the next issues of oversight. However, we affecting their lives. A man in the attack will be.” won’t be complicit in the illegitimate audience spoke about the troubles When one audience member harassment of our Nation’s research he had flying commercially with brought up the need to look at disscientists.” his wife who was on oxygen. While eases from a prevention point to save When the congressman finally some airlines were able to be ac- money on treating the full-blown opened questions up to the audience, commodating, others were not and disease, Smith made the interesting the first question he took was about he suggested that ADA (Americans point that his committee can claim his reputation as a climate change with Disability Act) needed reform. jurisdiction on just about any subject denier. Smith denied being a denier, Smith told him to send him a letter as long as they put “the science of ” calling himself a “semi-skeptic” say- and that with his chairmanship, he in front of it. “‘The Science of Dysing that he does not know how much could possibly approach the issue lexia’ hearings had more hits on the of climate change is man-made andOakfrom the pointOctober of the FAA (Federal website Hill Gazette 4- October 17, 2012... 23 than anything else,” he said. how much other “natural cycles” are Aviation Act). Another couple,
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City of Austin news Continued from p. 21 Transportation Department’s Street Banner Program, and the Downtown Austin Alliance all contributed to the launch of this exciting initiative. Applications Open for FY16 Cultural Heritage Festivals and Capacity Building Funding Programs Funding available for artists and arts organizations; Dec. 14 deadline The City of Austin’s Cultural Arts Division of the Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the FY16 Cultural Heritage Festivals Program and Capacity Building Funding Program. Several workshops for interested applicants are scheduled during the month of November. The Cultural Heritage Festivals Program is open to State of Texas nonprofit or 501c nonprofit arts
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artists and other arts organizations may apply under the umbrella of a 501c organization. Funds may be used to support infrastructure in areas including, but not limited to, management, governance, financial resources, and administrative systems. Funds must be used between February 1 and September 30, 2016. Capacity Building Applicant Workshops: Tuesday, November 3, noon-1pm at the Terrazas Branch Library Thursday, November 5, 6 pm – 7 pm at the Cultural Arts Division offices Saturday, November 7, 11 am – noon at the University Hills Branch Library All interested applicants are encouraged to attend a workshop. The workshops are free and open to the public. Please visit the cultural funding programs website for program guidelines and applications: www.austintexas.gov/ Continued on next page 27
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Pet page Continued from p. 7 we were shown several peppy 6-yearolds. The fit didn’t seem quite right. Our request for a “sweet old gal who needed a break” caused one staffer to point out GiGi, still largely bald and painfully shy. Nearly five years later, this old dog is snoozing at my feet. Her fur has mostly grown back, and patience and love have eased many of her psychological scars. I have had other dogs in the past, but I have never experienced the heart-warming feeling I get watching this dog, who came to us
with such fear and anxiety, sleeping peacefully by the warmth of the fire. GiGi has found her sanctuary, but according to a representative of Classic Canines, between the Austin Animal Center and APA, 70 seniors are waiting to find theirs. The Classic Canines staffer said, “Senior pets make a great choice due to shorter commitment times, with dogs available with expected lifespan from a few months to five years. For this reason they are a great choice for persons whose needs and attentions may change down the road. They Si have adjustable energy, i.e., they adjust with you when you
want to hike, walk or when you just want to relax. They are often easy ‘take with’ companions, quieter and requiring less fuss than their younger counterparts.” The group promotes seniors every day and has three adoption events scheduled between now and Christmas. To further help senior dogs in Texas, the group Texas Senior Shelter and Rescue Animals (TSSRA) has a Facebook page, https://www. facebook.com/tssra, where it posts the stories and photos of seniors in shelters across the state. TSSRA’s Donna Hurst explained
the difference size makes to the age of a dog. She told the Gazette, “It’s important to remember that most shelters label any dog or cat that’s five years old or older a senior. That may seem young for a lot of breeds, but most shelters list their shelter pets on adoption portals (Petfinder, Adopt-a-Pet, etc.), and those portals have to use age ranges for all breeds. So a 5-year-old Chihuahua wouldn’t be a senior, but a 5-year-old Irish Wolfhound is. So if you’re looking for a dog other than a puppy, you’ll want to keep the age listing issue in mind.” Hurst explains why senior adoptions are critical. She said, “Seniors are probably the first animals euthanized in most shelters. As someone who fosters nothing but seniors (and
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GiGi (above) has found her sanctuary, but 70 seniors are waiting to find theirs.
Austin Animal Center waives adoption fees For the past two months, the Austin Animal Center has experienced a very high intake of lost, stray and abandoned pets that is outpacing adoptions and taxing an already overcrowded shelter. The shelter has taken in more than 700 lost dogs and cats since Nov. 1. Of those, approximately 600 remain in the over-capacity shelter. This has resulted in the Center being short Continued on next page
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for us the older the better), I can’t tell you the joy and happiness these animals feel and bring when they’ve been brought to a safe home. Seniors are over the puppy stage that can be such a problem. Chewing, pottying in the house, over-abundance of energy ... most of that is gone.” Rescue group staffers will work with potential adopters to ensure a good match. The next time you consider adopting a dog, keep the seniors in mind. Said Hurst, “If you would like a calmer, even-energy pet, seniors are the ticket. They love with all their heart, and just want to be with their special human. I can’t fathom having anything other than seniors. They give a whole lot of love in a shorter time ... it’s almost as if they feel like they need to make up time.”
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Pet page Continued from p. 26 more than 24 kennels for dogs and approximately 36 kennels for cats. And the shelter continues to take in approximately 50 dogs a day. “We desperately need the community to adopt or foster a pet so we can free up space to help pets that need special care,” said Deputy Chief Animal Services Office LeeAnn Shenefiel. To help with the current over-capacity issue the Austin Animal Center is waiving adoption fees on all ready-to-go dogs and cats. All pets include spay or neuter surgery, a microchip and vaccinations – a package valued at more than $200. The adoption special will continue until the Center has adequate space to kennel pets. If adoption is not an option the Austin Animal Center encourages animal advocates to consider fostering a pet. Additionally, if a pet is lost owners should check the website to see if they can identify a pet from the
pictures posted at www.austinanimalcenter.org or check Facebook for daily pet updates. The Animal Services Office staff will work with owners to reclaim their pets. “It’s our number one priority right now to get these lost pets easily and quickly reunited with their owners, “ Shenefiel said. “We’d like folks to know if they are missing a pet to please come to the Center as soon as possible to check if the pet is in our care.” Pets may be claimed from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily at the Animal Center, 7201 Levander Loop. City shelter pet adoptions are available at the Austin Animal Center and the City’s dog overflow kennels at Town Lake Animal Center, 1156 W. Cesar Chavez St. The centers are open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. For more information check www. austinanimalcenter.org or call 3-1-1.
City of Austin news Continued from p. 24 department/cultural-funding The Cultural Arts Division hosts regular open office hours for all Cultural Funding Programs. Anyone with questions regarding their applications, final reports, or contract requirements is welcome to attend and bring drafts of their applications for final reports for review prior to submission. Open office hours occur the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 9:00 am – noon, at the Cultural Arts Division offices, 201 E. 2nd Street. No appointment is necessary. The next open office hours will be Tuesday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 24.
City of Austin Cultural Arts Division The Cultural Arts Division of the Economic Development Department provides leadership and management for the City’s cultural arts programs and for the development of arts and cultural industries. The Cultural Arts Division is responsible for the Cultural Arts Funding Programs, Art in Public Places Program, community-based arts development, and programs to assist the development of film and creative industries in Austin. For more information, visit www. austincreates.com.
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