From KEYE, March 2, 2009...
A Hays County judge has declared the entire county a disaster area, saying the severe drought will hurt their agricultural producers.
The drought declaration, made by Judge Liz Sumter, will allow Hays to ask for federal assistance. Officials estimate that the area has only received half of their annual rainfall.
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Hays County issues disaster declaration
From Austin Business Journal, March 2, 2009...
Hays County Judge Liz Sumter’s office has issued a disaster declaration due to the severe drought that county officials say has had a major economic impact on the county’s agriculture.
The declaration is the first step in the process to request assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Hays County Judge Liz Sumter’s office has issued a disaster declaration due to the severe drought that county officials say has had a major economic impact on the county’s agriculture.
The declaration is the first step in the process to request assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Toll 45 SW on track for 2011 construction
From Impact News, January 30, 2009...
The construction of Toll 45 SW, a short stretch of highway that would serve as one of the final pieces in a partial loop around the capital area, is on schedule after facing several delays due to funding problems and negative feedback from environmental groups.
Hays and Travis counties purchased the necessary right-of-way for Toll 45 SW in the late ’90s, but setbacks left many who would use the road confused about when, or if, it would be coming.
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The construction of Toll 45 SW, a short stretch of highway that would serve as one of the final pieces in a partial loop around the capital area, is on schedule after facing several delays due to funding problems and negative feedback from environmental groups.
Hays and Travis counties purchased the necessary right-of-way for Toll 45 SW in the late ’90s, but setbacks left many who would use the road confused about when, or if, it would be coming.
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Thursday, January 22, 2009
Continued water conservation encouraged in West Travis County
From KVUE, January 13, 2009...
Monday night a severed electrical line which powers the pumps at the West Travis County Regional Water System was repaired, but continued conservation is encouraged.
“We would like to thank our customers for their quick response and cooperation,” said Janet Stephenson, West Travis County Regional Manager.
Despite the restoration of power, LCRA asks customers in western Travis County and northern Hays County to curtail use of irrigation systems until permanent repairs are made. That process could take several days.
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Monday night a severed electrical line which powers the pumps at the West Travis County Regional Water System was repaired, but continued conservation is encouraged.
“We would like to thank our customers for their quick response and cooperation,” said Janet Stephenson, West Travis County Regional Manager.
Despite the restoration of power, LCRA asks customers in western Travis County and northern Hays County to curtail use of irrigation systems until permanent repairs are made. That process could take several days.
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Friday, January 16, 2009
H-E-B helps expand economic growth in Hays County
From News 8 Austin, January 6, 2009...
It was another busy day as trucks moved in and out of H-E-B's General Merchandise Distribution Center in San Marcos.
Now, thanks to incentives offered by the City of San Marcos and Hays County, the center will nearly double in size over the next 20 years.
San Marcos' economic development director said the city is anxious for the project.
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It was another busy day as trucks moved in and out of H-E-B's General Merchandise Distribution Center in San Marcos.
Now, thanks to incentives offered by the City of San Marcos and Hays County, the center will nearly double in size over the next 20 years.
San Marcos' economic development director said the city is anxious for the project.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Austin area foreclosures climb 27% in 2008
From Austin Business Journal, November 25, 2008...
The number of properties posted for foreclosure in Travis County increased 33 percent this year over 2007, a new record for the county, according to data for the year from Addison-based Foreclosure Listing Service Inc.
Foreclosure postings filed on real estate in the four-county Austin metro area - Travis, Hays, Williamson and Bastrop - topped 9,000, or a 27 percent increase compared with 2007, for the first time this year, says George Roddy, president of Foreclosure Listing Service based in Addison.
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The number of properties posted for foreclosure in Travis County increased 33 percent this year over 2007, a new record for the county, according to data for the year from Addison-based Foreclosure Listing Service Inc.
Foreclosure postings filed on real estate in the four-county Austin metro area - Travis, Hays, Williamson and Bastrop - topped 9,000, or a 27 percent increase compared with 2007, for the first time this year, says George Roddy, president of Foreclosure Listing Service based in Addison.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
Burn Ban Reminder
There is a burn ban currently in effect for Travis County, according to the Travis County Fire Marshall.
A similar ban is in effect for Williamson County, Hays County, Burnet County, Kerr County, and Bastrop County.
A similar ban is in effect for Williamson County, Hays County, Burnet County, Kerr County, and Bastrop County.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Central Texas spring's flow an indicator of the extreme drought
From KVUE, November 3, 2008...
Jacob's Well, a natural spring in Hays County, currently has water, but the flow stopped last month for only the second time in its recorded history.
The well is fed by the Trinity Aquifer which is the primary water supply for Wimberley and much of the Hill Country. Baker says everyone should be concerned.
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Jacob's Well, a natural spring in Hays County, currently has water, but the flow stopped last month for only the second time in its recorded history.
The well is fed by the Trinity Aquifer which is the primary water supply for Wimberley and much of the Hill Country. Baker says everyone should be concerned.
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Friday, October 24, 2008
Central Texas still high on growth rate rankings
From Impact News, October 24, 2008...
The Texas State Data Center recently released population estimates for all cities and counties in Texas.
According to the report, the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area, including Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop and Caldwell counties, grew by 39,000 residents from Jan. 1, 2007 to Jan. 1, 2008 — a growth rate of 2.5 percent. This was slower than 2006’s 4.4 percent growth, but the second-highest rate in 2007 among 25 MSAs in Texas.
The TSDC also estimated Williamson County ranked fifth among Texas counties with the highest percentage of population change in 2007. The county added 21,482 residents last year, adding to its status as the county with the second-highest growth rate in Texas since 2000.
Several Central Texas cities ranked among the top 50 fastest-growing cities since 2000.
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The Texas State Data Center recently released population estimates for all cities and counties in Texas.
According to the report, the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area, including Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop and Caldwell counties, grew by 39,000 residents from Jan. 1, 2007 to Jan. 1, 2008 — a growth rate of 2.5 percent. This was slower than 2006’s 4.4 percent growth, but the second-highest rate in 2007 among 25 MSAs in Texas.
The TSDC also estimated Williamson County ranked fifth among Texas counties with the highest percentage of population change in 2007. The county added 21,482 residents last year, adding to its status as the county with the second-highest growth rate in Texas since 2000.
Several Central Texas cities ranked among the top 50 fastest-growing cities since 2000.
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Sunday, October 5, 2008
Dahlstrom Ranch easement moves forward with Hays County vote
From Austin Business Journal, October 3, 2008...
Hays County commissioners voted on Oct. 1 to pledge $5 million to the Dahlstrom Ranch conservation easement, a huge step forward in sealing that land’s future as preserved green space.
The tract at the southwest corner of FM 1626 and FM 967 in Hays County spans approximately 2,400 acres, and is estimated to have a market value of approximtely $50 million, as reported by the Austin Business Journal on Dec. 14, 2007.
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Hays County commissioners voted on Oct. 1 to pledge $5 million to the Dahlstrom Ranch conservation easement, a huge step forward in sealing that land’s future as preserved green space.
The tract at the southwest corner of FM 1626 and FM 967 in Hays County spans approximately 2,400 acres, and is estimated to have a market value of approximtely $50 million, as reported by the Austin Business Journal on Dec. 14, 2007.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
LCRA increases wholesale rates
From statesman, August 21, 2008...
The Lower Colorado River Authority on Wednesday approved rate increases for wholesale water and wastewater that will affect residential and retail customers in Williamson, Travis and Hays counties.
Agency officials said the rate hikes, which differ for each customer based on specific increases in the cost of service, are necessary to recoup the increased costs that the LCRA incurs to provide water and wastewater services.
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The Lower Colorado River Authority on Wednesday approved rate increases for wholesale water and wastewater that will affect residential and retail customers in Williamson, Travis and Hays counties.
Agency officials said the rate hikes, which differ for each customer based on specific increases in the cost of service, are necessary to recoup the increased costs that the LCRA incurs to provide water and wastewater services.
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Friday, August 1, 2008
Austin May Join Effort to Buy Aquifer Property
From Austin Chronicle, August 1, 2008...
A large swath of environmentally sensitive land south of Austin could be spared from development. Several parties familiar with negotiations for a conservation easement for the Dahlstrom Ranch in Hays Co. – 2,275 acres of prime recharge land over the Edwards Aquifer – say the deal appears to be close to reality.
Hays Co. commissioners recently approved a partnership with the Hill Country Conservancy that would apply for National Parks Service's Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program.
George Cofer, executive director of the HCC, said the application would "create a plan for the part of the ranch that the family has said they're willing to have public access on." The National Parks Service would then pull together various stakeholders to help craft a plan for the property.
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A large swath of environmentally sensitive land south of Austin could be spared from development. Several parties familiar with negotiations for a conservation easement for the Dahlstrom Ranch in Hays Co. – 2,275 acres of prime recharge land over the Edwards Aquifer – say the deal appears to be close to reality.
Hays Co. commissioners recently approved a partnership with the Hill Country Conservancy that would apply for National Parks Service's Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program.
George Cofer, executive director of the HCC, said the application would "create a plan for the part of the ranch that the family has said they're willing to have public access on." The National Parks Service would then pull together various stakeholders to help craft a plan for the property.
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Thursday, June 26, 2008
Hill Country subdivision's sewage plan close to approval
From statesman.com, June 26, 2008...
A Hays County subdivision appears poised to get the authority to discharge treated sewage directly into a stream in the Barton Springs part of the Edwards Aquifer — a first — after some of the plan's main opponents signed an agreement giving it the go-ahead.
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A Hays County subdivision appears poised to get the authority to discharge treated sewage directly into a stream in the Barton Springs part of the Edwards Aquifer — a first — after some of the plan's main opponents signed an agreement giving it the go-ahead.
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Monday, June 9, 2008
Austin unveils hurricane evacuation plan
From statesman.com, June 6, 2008...
The City of Austin on Monday announced a hurricane preparation plan to address coastal government agencies, nonprofit groups and businesses. It is part of a statewide effort to establish shelter "hubs" in major cities for storm victims.
"This season, we're prepared to handle over 25,000 evacuees in more than 75 shelters in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties," said Scott Swearengin, assistant director of the city's Office of Emergency Management.
The plan, titled Capital Area Shelter Hub, will also include a medical center that can provide care for 800 to 1,000 evacuees. The plan comes in response to the aftermath of Hurricane Rita in 2005, when the area sheltered 18,000 evacuees in 53 shelters.
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The City of Austin on Monday announced a hurricane preparation plan to address coastal government agencies, nonprofit groups and businesses. It is part of a statewide effort to establish shelter "hubs" in major cities for storm victims.
"This season, we're prepared to handle over 25,000 evacuees in more than 75 shelters in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties," said Scott Swearengin, assistant director of the city's Office of Emergency Management.
The plan, titled Capital Area Shelter Hub, will also include a medical center that can provide care for 800 to 1,000 evacuees. The plan comes in response to the aftermath of Hurricane Rita in 2005, when the area sheltered 18,000 evacuees in 53 shelters.
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Travis County gets first salmonella case from tomatoes
From statesman.com, June 6, 2008...
The Department of State Health Services has confirmed a case of salmonella linked to tainted tomatoes in Travis County, bringing the total number of confirmed salmonella cases in Texas to 35 as of Wednesday afternoon.
The health department reported four cases in Hays County and one in Bell County, with other cases in Cameron, Dallas, Fort Bend, Harris, Jim Wells, Nueces, San Patricio and Tarrant counties.
No deaths have been reported in the outbreak, which began in mid-April and spans 11 states.
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The Department of State Health Services has confirmed a case of salmonella linked to tainted tomatoes in Travis County, bringing the total number of confirmed salmonella cases in Texas to 35 as of Wednesday afternoon.
The health department reported four cases in Hays County and one in Bell County, with other cases in Cameron, Dallas, Fort Bend, Harris, Jim Wells, Nueces, San Patricio and Tarrant counties.
No deaths have been reported in the outbreak, which began in mid-April and spans 11 states.
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Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Home Appraisals Going Up In Several Counties
From KXAN.com, April 21, 2008…
Appraisals will be mailed out for homeowners in Travis, Hays and Williamson counties this week.
Twelve percent is the average increase many residents in Travis County will see when they open their appraisal statement for their home this week.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Property Appraisals Going Up Again
From statesman.com April 16, 2008...
In a sign of the region's relative economic health, homeowners in Travis, Hays and Williamson counties can expect to see increases in their 2008 property appraisals when they begin receiving notices in the mail soon, appraisers say.
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In a sign of the region's relative economic health, homeowners in Travis, Hays and Williamson counties can expect to see increases in their 2008 property appraisals when they begin receiving notices in the mail soon, appraisers say.
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