From KXAN, April 28, 2009...
San Marcos entered stage one drought restrictions on Tuesday at noon in response to the Edwards Aquifer Authority ’s declaration of stage restrictions.
The EAA entered stage one on Monday due to low springflows at San Marcos springs.
Both the EAA and City of San Marcos enter stage one when spring flows and/or index well levels fall below designated triggers. The triggers for stage one occur when the ten day average J17 index well level falls below 660 feet above mean sea level or when the ten day average flow rate at San Marcos springs falls below 96 cubic feet per second.
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Showing posts with label San Marcos. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
San Marcos declares drought, aims to reduce water usage by 20%
From KEYE, April 28, 2009...
The city of San Marcos has imposed water restrictions after officials determined the city is in the first stages of a serious drought.
The Stage 1 drought was declared after the Edward’s Aquifer Authority said that springs have been outputting about half the speed of flow. The authority said these springs are a good way to determine the health of the aquifer, which is the source of 75 percent of San Marcos’ water.
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The city of San Marcos has imposed water restrictions after officials determined the city is in the first stages of a serious drought.
The Stage 1 drought was declared after the Edward’s Aquifer Authority said that springs have been outputting about half the speed of flow. The authority said these springs are a good way to determine the health of the aquifer, which is the source of 75 percent of San Marcos’ water.
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Friday, April 24, 2009
San Marcos seeks economic identity through strategic plan
From Austin Business Journal, April 17, 2009...
Business and civic leaders in and around San Marcos hope to step out of Austin’s economic shadow by forging a growth strategy for the city.
San Marcos’ leaders have long touted the city’s strategic location on the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio and the city’s assets — including a recently expanded hospital, university, new convention center and major retail presence. Yet its economic growth has lagged in the past, a trend the city’s leadership is trying to reverse by crafting the area’s first strategic plan for economic development.
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Business and civic leaders in and around San Marcos hope to step out of Austin’s economic shadow by forging a growth strategy for the city.
San Marcos’ leaders have long touted the city’s strategic location on the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio and the city’s assets — including a recently expanded hospital, university, new convention center and major retail presence. Yet its economic growth has lagged in the past, a trend the city’s leadership is trying to reverse by crafting the area’s first strategic plan for economic development.
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
City to give up to $5,000 to Texas State profs
From statesman, February 18, 2009...
In a bid to get more professors to live in town, San Marcos is offering $5,000 forgiveable loans to new professors.
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In a bid to get more professors to live in town, San Marcos is offering $5,000 forgiveable loans to new professors.
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Saturday, February 14, 2009
Drought hurts San Marcos' endangered species
From News 8 Austin, February 10, 2009...
Recent rainfall has relieved San Marcos Springs from a spell of critical water levels, but the drought's effects have become ever more apparent.
Just below Spring Lake, water levels are down 1 foot, causing the endangered Texas Wild-rice, a perennial grass, to lose some prime habitat.
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Recent rainfall has relieved San Marcos Springs from a spell of critical water levels, but the drought's effects have become ever more apparent.
Just below Spring Lake, water levels are down 1 foot, causing the endangered Texas Wild-rice, a perennial grass, to lose some prime habitat.
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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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Saturday, December 27, 2008
Mandatory microchipping for pet owners
From KXAN, December 18, 2008...
A new ordinance passed by the San Marcos city council will require pet owners to microchip their animals or pay a fine. The microchip procedure will cost $20 for each animal. The ordinance also limits the number of pets per household in San Marcos. The limit is four dogs and up to seven total pets.
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A new ordinance passed by the San Marcos city council will require pet owners to microchip their animals or pay a fine. The microchip procedure will cost $20 for each animal. The ordinance also limits the number of pets per household in San Marcos. The limit is four dogs and up to seven total pets.
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Tax breaks convince HEB to expand in San Marcos
From Austin Business Journal, December 18, 2008...
HEB Grocery Co. plans to acquire 47 acres in San Marcos adjacent to its current 75-acre distribution warehouse tract at 2301 Hunter Road, and will expand the warehouse, adding approximately 320 new jobs over a 20-year period.
An official with HEB confirms that the company has put the property under contract.
The San Marcos City Council approved economic development incentives of $1.35 million over that 20-year period to support the expansion.
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HEB Grocery Co. plans to acquire 47 acres in San Marcos adjacent to its current 75-acre distribution warehouse tract at 2301 Hunter Road, and will expand the warehouse, adding approximately 320 new jobs over a 20-year period.
An official with HEB confirms that the company has put the property under contract.
The San Marcos City Council approved economic development incentives of $1.35 million over that 20-year period to support the expansion.
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Monday, November 17, 2008
San Marcos World United Music Festival canceled
From News 8 Austin, November 17, 2008...
Earlier this week News 8 told you about the preparations underway for the World United Music Festival in San Marcos. But, when about a dozen vendors and a few ticket holders showed up, they found an empty field.
It was a sad and simple ending to what was promised to be the biggest music fest to ever hit San Marcos.
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Earlier this week News 8 told you about the preparations underway for the World United Music Festival in San Marcos. But, when about a dozen vendors and a few ticket holders showed up, they found an empty field.
It was a sad and simple ending to what was promised to be the biggest music fest to ever hit San Marcos.
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Friday, November 14, 2008
San Marcos on the map for large music festivals
From News 8 Austin, November 13, 2008...
Tucked behind San Marcos' famous outlet mall is a spirit and vibe not unlike Austin and it's only growing.
San Marcos will be embracing over 150 bands this weekend at the World United Music Festival, taking a page from Austin's book of outdoor music festivals.
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Tucked behind San Marcos' famous outlet mall is a spirit and vibe not unlike Austin and it's only growing.
San Marcos will be embracing over 150 bands this weekend at the World United Music Festival, taking a page from Austin's book of outdoor music festivals.
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Last Goodbye to Aquarena Springs
From Austin Chronicle, November 14, 2008...
Texas State University – or "Southwest Texas" to most alumni who fondly remember the San Marcos campus – plans to tear down the last vestiges of Aquarena Springs, a wondrous resort hotel and theme park in its preinterstate heyday, a well-known mainstay of the San Marcos economy for decades, and the home of the infamous and lovable Ralph the Swimming Pig. The university plans to remove all of that development and return the springs to a much more natural state over the next few years.
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Texas State University – or "Southwest Texas" to most alumni who fondly remember the San Marcos campus – plans to tear down the last vestiges of Aquarena Springs, a wondrous resort hotel and theme park in its preinterstate heyday, a well-known mainstay of the San Marcos economy for decades, and the home of the infamous and lovable Ralph the Swimming Pig. The university plans to remove all of that development and return the springs to a much more natural state over the next few years.
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Friday, October 24, 2008
Rail relocation could lead to commuter trains
From News 8 Austin, October 24, 2008...
Crossing train tracks is part of life in San Marcos.
With more than 30 rail crossings in the city, Council Member John Thomaides says finding yourself stuck in train traffic can be a common experience.
"Everybody has been stopped by a train in San Marcos absolutely. Traffic is backed up as much as three hours a day from all the freight trains," he said.
Former Austin Mayor Bruce Todd is concerned that congestion caused by freight trains could slow more than traffic.
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Crossing train tracks is part of life in San Marcos.
With more than 30 rail crossings in the city, Council Member John Thomaides says finding yourself stuck in train traffic can be a common experience.
"Everybody has been stopped by a train in San Marcos absolutely. Traffic is backed up as much as three hours a day from all the freight trains," he said.
Former Austin Mayor Bruce Todd is concerned that congestion caused by freight trains could slow more than traffic.
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Monday, September 22, 2008
'Rich' label worries districts
From statesman, September 21, 2008...
The Leander and San Marcos school districts have entered the ranks of those considered to be property rich under the state's school finance system.
In the short term, those districts will see the amount of money they get from the state decline even as school finance law caps tax rates and restricts property tax revenue they can raise and spend locally. In the long term, as education costs increase, those districts face tough budget decisions — possibly having to cut programs, increase class sizes or hold tax referendums to raise more money.
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The Leander and San Marcos school districts have entered the ranks of those considered to be property rich under the state's school finance system.
In the short term, those districts will see the amount of money they get from the state decline even as school finance law caps tax rates and restricts property tax revenue they can raise and spend locally. In the long term, as education costs increase, those districts face tough budget decisions — possibly having to cut programs, increase class sizes or hold tax referendums to raise more money.
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Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Serial Bank Robber Hunted By FBI
From KXXV.com, July 13, 2008...
For more than four years, he's eluded authorities, who believe he's robbed at least thirteen banks in Texas, and made off with more than a million dollars. The FBI calls himi the "Interstate Bandit", because most of those hold-ups have been at the small and mid-size banks along Interstates 35, 45 and 20. The FBI says he's acting alone, he's getting more brazen, and he's never been close to getting caught.
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For more than four years, he's eluded authorities, who believe he's robbed at least thirteen banks in Texas, and made off with more than a million dollars. The FBI calls himi the "Interstate Bandit", because most of those hold-ups have been at the small and mid-size banks along Interstates 35, 45 and 20. The FBI says he's acting alone, he's getting more brazen, and he's never been close to getting caught.
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Friday, May 23, 2008
Austin-San Marcos gas prices rose more than any other area in Texas
From KXAN.com, May 23, 2008...
Memorial Day travelers will face another week of record-high retail gasoline prices across Texas this weekend.
The weekly Triple-A Texas gas price survey released Friday finds regular self-serve is averaging $3.73 per gallon, 5 cents more than last week. Nationally, the average price rose 6 cents to $3.83 per gallon.
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Memorial Day travelers will face another week of record-high retail gasoline prices across Texas this weekend.
The weekly Triple-A Texas gas price survey released Friday finds regular self-serve is averaging $3.73 per gallon, 5 cents more than last week. Nationally, the average price rose 6 cents to $3.83 per gallon.
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Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Austin-San Marcos Area Quickly Approaching $4 Gas
From KXAN.com April 30, 2008…
AAA is reporting the Austin-San Marcos Area is less than 10 cents away from $4 gasoline.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Local Gas Prices Are Highest in State
From News 8 Austin January 25, 2008...
Gas prices across the state are falling, but gas prices in Austin and San Marcos are the highest in the state, according to Triple-A.
The state-wide average is $2.90 per gallon, which is 4 cents less than last week's cost.
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Gas prices across the state are falling, but gas prices in Austin and San Marcos are the highest in the state, according to Triple-A.
The state-wide average is $2.90 per gallon, which is 4 cents less than last week's cost.
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