Category Archives: Milwood News

School Is Back In Session – Be Careful On The Roads

School is officially back in session.  That means there will be a lot more traffic in the neighborhood as people drop their kids off at school.  Please use extra caution during your morning and afternoon commute.

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Capital Metro Proposes Fare Increase

Today the Capital Metro Board of Directors began a process that may lead to a fare increase effective January 2010. The board directed the agency to begin public outreach regarding the proposed fares. Under the proposal, Capital Metro's planned August … Continue reading

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Mandatory Stage 2 Water Restrictions Begin August 24

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: August 19, 2009 Jill Mayfield, Public Affairs Office City of Austin Water Utility (512) 972-0150; pager 802-8959 Austin Water Utility To Enact Stage 2 Watering Restrictions Austin – ”Beginning Monday, Aug. 24, the Austin … Continue reading

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Neighborhood Vandalism

A car was broken into overnight or early in the morning of August 10/11, 2009 in the area of Ganymede Drive and Europa Lane. Police were notified. We have heard of other incidents, including possible burglaries recently as well, and would … Continue reading

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Cap Metro – update, no start date

Cap Metro posted their most recent update on Friday, with some milestones, but no target start date. the details can be found here.

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Amherst restriping soon

You have probably noticed that the lines on Amherst have disappeared in the last week or so. The Public Works/Streets department has decided after studying the street that they are going to go ahead with restriping it as 2 lanes … Continue reading

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July 4th recap

Thanks to everyone that turned out for the 6th annual Milwood and Walnut Crossing 4th of July Parade and Picnic! We had an incredible turnout despite the triple-digit weather. This year’s highlight was the Austin Civic Wind Ensemble’s excellent concert … Continue reading

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