Monthly Archives: August 2012

Texas Facilities Commission peddles surplus properties in Austin

On Aug. 26, Laylan Copelin of the Austin American-Statesman reported on the Texas Facilities Commission and its recent directive to embrace public-private partnerships (P3’s). I agree with Copelin that the State of Texas does have surplus properties in need of better leverage. … Continue reading

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Hurricane Carla did affect Austin!

Will Austin See the Hurricane Carla Effect? I see two tropical storms in the Leeward Islands right now, and they remind me that late August is often a time for really killer storms. In fact Sept. 10, 1961, was my … Continue reading

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September is the Cruelest Month in Austin!

It’s a Cruel September Hurray! September is just around the corner and that can mean a lot of things in Austin. For one September means school is in session. And by school I mean elementary, secondary and college divisions.  Sure … Continue reading

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Austin Public Spaces Need Public Input

Austin Public Spaces Need More Voices Austin Public Spaces need public input. The recent planning process for downtown Austin’s Republic Park reminded us that all residents – not just 78701 – gain from making their voices heard. Young people are … Continue reading

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Austin Home Sales are Soaring

Austin Home Sales are Soaring, but Builders are Holding Back Austin Home Sales are continuing to set records in Austin. In fact, sales have increased in most of 2012, according to the Austin Board of REALTORS. But despite the hot … Continue reading

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