Local Schools spirit event

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Administrator

Come to the first annual Anderson High School TROJAN SPIRIT FEST! 

Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009

5 – 8:30 p.m., South lawn of Anderson High School, between the tennis courts and gyms.

Food and activities for all ages will be available.  Spirit Wear will be sold. 

A pep rally beginning at 7:45 p.m. will conclude the event. 

Eat dinner, play games, and visit with neighbors as we celebrate our wonderful public schools –

Anderson, Murchison, Davis, Doss, Hill, Summitt and Pillow. 

For more information, visit www.andersonptsa.com or

contact co-chairs Julie Cowan, Jscowan@aol.com or Ann Howard, ahoward10@austin.rr.com  

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Stage 2 Water Restrictions Reminder

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Administrator

Just a quick reminder that under the Stage 2 water restrictions that the City of Austin recently imposed, no outdoor fountains are allowed to run at any time unless they are supporting live fish. I’ve seen several fountains in the neighborhood that are still in operation and not supporting fish.

Don’t forget that the City has instituted a Zero Tolerance policy with a $475 fine if you are caught or reported. If you see a neighbor with a fountain running, please give them a gentle reminder about the City’s policy or direct them to this post.

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Summit Lunchroom Monitors

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Administrator

From the PTA:

Summitt is still looking for lunchroom monitors. Their duties are to assist the students in opening food items, student safety, some discipline (If a student gets too out of hand, administration or their teacher will step in.), releasing classrooms to take their trash and line up to wait for their teacher at the appropriate time, guide the student volunteer table washers They would need to speak English. If they are bilingual, that would be wonderful as well. The pay is minimum wage. The available positions are: one on Monday, two on Tuesday, one on Wednesday, two on Thursday, one on Friday (Monday through Friday is one position and Tuesday/Thursday is the other position.) If more than one person is interested in just a couple of days, there is possibility that people could share the positions. The time is from 10:30 to 1:00. The monitors do not work alone – unless someone calls in ill and then administration will step in if available. Anyone interested! needs to apply on line on the district on line website (austinisd.org) under the drop down menu "Careers" and fill out the application for "classified'. Summitt Administration will also need to be informed once their application is submitted.

Summitt also encourages parent volunteers. It is a great way to support the campus in a very much needed area. And they could volunteer on the days and the times when they can.


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Found – Black and White Kitten (Arrowwood Dr.)

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Administrator

A sweet little black & white kitty showed up at a house on Arrowwod Dr. Sunday night.  She doesn’t have a chip.  They said she’s about 6 months old and weighs 8 pounds.  She doesn’t have a collar, but she is well groomed and obviously someone’s pet.  If you have any idea who the owner might be, please call 694-6597.

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no dates yet

Posted on August 23, 2009 by Administrator
Cap Metro sent out their latest "update report."  Some "complete" and "finals" below, but no dates.

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CAPITAL METRORAIL PROGRESS REPORT – AUGUST 19, 2009

 

Capital Metro is in the system validation process in preparation for the safe launch of the MetroRail Red Line.  The focus of this evaluation is to confirm that the system is operating in a safe and reliable manner.  In addition, we are focusing on final adjustments to signal technology and the communication system that links control points in the field to the dispatch control center.  We are evaluating the progress of these adjustments and the validation in order to select a service launch date.

 

Milestones Completed Since July 17

 

  • Began final system validation process on Aug. 3.  This step consists of a thorough review and testing of all signal houses, crossing functionality, circuit plans and other field equipment followed by re-testing with a train.
  • Began relocation of train detection equipment for optimum performance.
  • Completed final optimization of signal preemption technology at crossings adjacent to intersections.
  • Completed adjustments to railroad crossing safety equipment pending any new issues.
  • Completed design work to address gate timing issue at crossings near the Kramer, Crestview and Highland stations.
  • Completed train engineers’ comprehensive contingency training and passenger simulation training.
  • Completed track rehabilitation at 183 and Parmer crossings.
  • FRA completed follow-up inspection July 27-31, and issued no violations.

 

Remaining Milestones

 

  • Complete full-service test runs to adjust and finalize rail service schedules to balance arrival and departure times, the number of trips, service cost and reliability.  Some trips may begin or end at stations other than Downtown or Leander to optimize the level of service based on available track capacity.
  • Complete final signal technology adjustments and enhancements, including relocation of train detection equipment.
  • Complete final system validation.  This process ensures consistent and reliable operation of all components working together.
  • Complete signal communication system redundancy to remedy any remaining communication issues between field control points and the dispatch control center.

 

Capital Metro will report back to the community in mid-September if not sooner.

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School Is Back In Session – Be Careful On The Roads

Posted on August 23, 2009 by Administrator

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

Posted on August 23, 2009 by Administrator
  • 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 2010 base fare increase would be accelerated to January. At the same time, some fares and passes would have additional increases.
  • Local bus fare would become $1 per ride, and disability fare card holders and seniors (65+) would pay $0.25 per ride. Likewise, fares for premium services, such as Express bus and MetroRail service, would increase between 25 – 33 percent more than what the Local Government Approval Committee approved.
  • The fare increase is one component of Capital Metro's draft FY2010 budget. Capital Metro is pursuing a combination of administrative cuts, service reductions, and a fare increase to help develop a balanced budget in challenging economic conditions.
  • Capital Metro, like the City, is projecting a five percent decrease in sales tax revenue during FY2010, about $9.9 million less than the current year.
  • Capital Metro is not alone in this situation. A recent survey by the American Public Transportation Association found that 90 percent of transit systems nationwide are increasing fares, cutting services or both.
  • The fare proposal, in addition to Capital Metro's budget, will go through a rigorous public outreach process before being formally considered by the Capital Metro board on Sept. 28.

Read the full news release.

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