Be Mindful When Parking at Summitt Elementary

The staff at Summit Elementary asked if we could post the following information concerning the parking situation at Summitt Elementary School.

It has been brought to our attention by the Austin Police Department (APD) that they have received a directive from the Austin City Council to begin issuing tickets for illelegal parking on city streets around Summitt Elementary School campus.

  • Read posted signs and follow directives.
  • Do not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
  • Do not park within 20 feet of an entrance or exit to a driveway.
  • Do not park in the parking spaces at Brigadoon Town Homes.
  • Do not block private driveways in front of homes.
  • Do not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
  • Do not park on the fire lane behind the school.  This is for emergency vehicles.
    • Exceptions will be made for district personnel who need access, but they will park on the grass.
  • Do not bring alcoholic beverages, firearms, smoking materials, or motorized vehicles on the school grounds at any time.
  • Gates will be locked unless opened by district personnel.
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Neighborhood Watch Alert!

The following was forwarded to me by a friend who lives in the Walnut Creek Neighborhood and thought this information would be good for us to be aware of as well.

A friend of mine over in Gracy Farms told me about a string of
robberies in his neighborhood.  Two guys park a large moving truck in
front of a house, break-in and then load up the moving truck.  All of
this is being done in broad daylight.  Apparently they case the
neighborhood first distributing door hangers, cards, or something else
that gives them a chance to check the door knobs and get closer to the
house.  Apparently the thieves have also been checking mailboxes.

I’m writing to tell you this because today an unmarked white box truck
was driving erratically and two guys jumped out and started puting
business cards on doors.  The cards were for a painting
service.  I’ve never known painters to show up in a moving truck, so I
am more than a little suspicious.  The guys weren’t dressed like
painters either.  When I saw the truck I called my friend to get some
more information.  He in turn called his policeman neighbor.  These
men and the truck match the description of the robbers in Gracy
Farms.  Because of the recent break-ins, Gracy Farms is on heavy
patrol right now and there are cops in the neighborhood 24 hours a
day.  It would make sense, to me, that the robbers would be looking
for new territory.

Anyway,  if you see any suspicious activity or see movers at someones
house who you didn’t think were moving, please report it to the
police.

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Kramer Ln. To Be Closed 1/16 – 1/19

In preparation of Capital MetroRail service beginning March 30, 2009, we are making many improvements to the rail line and surrounding areas. Due to construction at the railroad crossing near Kramer Station, Kramer Lane will be closed to traffic beginning Friday, January 16, at 4 p.m. The road will reopen on Monday, January 19 at 4 p.m.

Drivers will need to detour to Braker Lane or Burnet Road.

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Bulk Collection Time Is Almost Here!

This is just a reminder that bulk collection begins February 2nd for our area. I’m not sure if it is for everyone, but if you received a blue Bulk Collection postcard in the mail from the City of Austin a few weeks ago, then our time draws near.

If you want to double check to see if your house is in this pickup zone call the City of Austin Solid Waste Services.
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/sws/bulky.htm

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Recycling Coat Hangers

Looking for a place to recycle your plastic or wire coat hangers?  Adam Dartez, owner of Austin Cleaners on McNeil and 183, has informed us that they have started a recycling program for coat hangers.

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The 2008 Holiday House Lighting Winner Is 1421 Marblehead

Congratulations on creating a a great light display that the entire neighborhood could enjoy.

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Vote For Your Favorite Neighborhood Christmas Lights

Update: Voting is closed. We will be announcing the winner shortly.

This year it seems we have more houses with light displays than ever before. Everyone has done a fantastic job.

Below are houses from various areas in the neighborhood that you can vote on for the title of Best Light Display in Milwood

Note: Click on the image for a larger view.

House #1
12602 Terra Nova

House #2

4522 Sidereal
House #4
4620 Sidereal
House #5
4911 Transit circle
House #6
12701 Rhea Court
House #7
11421 Marblehead/Turtleback
House #9
4311 Kilgore/Wycliff
House #10
11010 Carmel Park
House #12
3806 Hawkshead
House #13
3805 Taragona

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