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ROUND ROCK | PFLUGERVILLE | HUTTO EDITION 

Volume 11, Issue 1 | Sept. 3-30, 2015 

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Nutty Brown Cafe 

& Amphitheatre 

(future location) 

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Round Rock plugs in 

University Blvd. 

McNeil 

Park 

City to get its first large outdoor music venue 

Nutty Brown Cafe & Amphitheatre will relocate to Round Rock from its current location off Hwy. 290 in Southwest Austin in 2017. 

By Scott Thomas 

Nutty Brown Cafe & Amphitheatre will pack up its 

iconic cowboy sign and more than a decade of Texas 

music history and bring them to Round Rock in 2017. 

On Aug. 13, Round Rock City Council approved the 

sale of McNeil Park near I-35 in north Round Rock to 

Mike Farr, owner of Nutty Brown Cafe, for $1.1 million. 

That day the city also announced the intended use for the 

land was for the new home of Nutty Brown Cafe, which 

will be Round Rock’s first large outdoor music venue. 

The country music venue has hosted acts such as Pat 

Green, Bob Schneider and Eli Young Band. Currently the 

venue holds about 3,900 people, according to city of Austin 

documents, but Farr said when he moves to Round 

Rock he expects the capacity to increase to about 5,000. 

Farr said he has thought for years Round Rock would 

make a good location for a music venue. 

“I always thought Round Rock was underserved as 

far as live music goes,” Farr said. “It was always a place I 

thought had a lot of potential.” 

Coming to Round Rock 

About two years ago, Farr said he started considering 

relocating out of his current location on Hwy. 290 in 

See Nutty Brown Cafe | 47 

Region expands two-way language learning 

Región expande el aprendizaje de idiomas dual 

TRANSLATE 

As of 2014, Round Rock, Pflugerville 

and Hutto ISDs all offer Span- 

DUAL IN SCHOOL 

ish/English two-way dual-language immersion programs. 

Schools with dual language programs 

By Emilie Shaughnessy 

Karla Diaz of Pflugerville said 

she has opened more than half 

a dozen day cares in the Austin 

area, but never one quite like her 

new venture in Hutto. 

Kidz Bilingual Academy, 

scheduled to open in September, 

is one of the first bilingual 

child care and preschool centers 

in the Hutto area and reflects a 

regional demand for Spanish/ 

English two-way language-immersion 

programs—in which 

English-speaking and Spanish-speaking 

children become 

bilingual side by side. 

In Texas, K-12 schools are 

required to provide language 

services for students who are not 

proficient in English, but some 

districts now offer two-way 

bilingual programs that extend 

the benefits of language immersion 

to English speakers as well, 

said Barbara Kennedy, a professional 

development specialist 

at the Washington, D.C.-based 

Center for Applied Linguistics. 

“Community members are 

saying, ‘If English learners are 

going to have the benefits, then 

See Language | 27 

Round Rock 

ISD 

12 

Bilingual teacher 

stipend: $5,000 

Pflugerville 

ISD 



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Sources: Round Rock ISD, Pflugerville ISD, Hutto ISD/Community Impact Newspaper 

Hutto 

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Education 

Focus 

6 IMPACTS 

Now Open, Coming Soon & more 

11 BUSINESS FEATURE 

Pflugerville’s New Sweden Coffee Roasters 

19 CITY IMPROVEMENTS 

Hutto seeking railroad quiet zones 

27 EDUCATION 

GUIDE 

Feeder patterns, 

test scores and 

more

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2015 

PUBLISHERS AND FOUNDERS 

John and Jennifer Garrett 

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Amy Ellsworth, aellsworth@communityimpact.com 

Editorial 

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Shannon Colletti 

MANAGING EDITOR Joe Olivieri 

EDITOR Scott Thomas 

REPORTER Emilie Shaughnessy 

COPY CHIEF Andy Comer 

STAFF WRITERS Stephen Burnett, Kara Nuzback, 

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Design 

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Business 

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Claire Love 

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About us 

John and Jennifer Garrett began Community Impact 

Newspaper in 2005 in Pflugerville, Texas. The company’s 

mission is to build communities of informed citizens and 

thriving businesses through the collaboration of a passionate 

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No reproduction of any portion of this issue is allowed 

without written permission from the publisher. 

Ten years ago, 60,000 

mailboxes in Round Rock 

and Pflugerville received 

their first edition of 

Community Impact Newspaper. 

The brainchild of 

Pflugerville natives John 

and Jennifer Garrett, 

the paper was created so 

citizens could know what 

was going on in their own 

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to pay for that information. On Page 24 you can relive 

portions of the early days with us and see what has 

transformed in the decade since our inception. 

The Garretts continue to challenge the staff to 

deliver valuable content to readers in each edition, 

which is why you will find our annual education guide, 

complete with local school districts’ feeder patterns 

and State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, 

or STAAR, test results, on Page 32 this month. 

CONTENTS 

6 IMPACTS 

Now Open, Coming Soon & 

more 

11 BUSINESS FEATURE 

New Sweden Coffee Roasters 

13 DINING FEATURE 

Tequila Bar & Grill 

15 TRANSPORTATION 

Updates on local road projects 

17 PARKS AND AMENITIES 

Lake Pflugerville experiences 

deluge of visitors 

19 CITY IMPROVEMENTS 

Hutto hopes to implement 

railroad quiet zones 

21 CONSTRUCTION 

Round Rock ramps up building 

projects 

23 CITY & COUNTY 

24 ANNIVERSARY 

Community Impact Newspaper 

looks back at 10 years in print 

29 TEACHER RETENTION 

Area school districts look to 

keep educators through pay 

raises and more 

31 EDUCATION BRIEFS 

News briefs and a year in 

review 

32 EDUCATION FOCUS 

Test scores, feeder patterns 

and data on local school 

districts 

38 CALENDAR 

41 COFFEE WITH IMPACT 

Will Conley, chairman of the 

Capital Area Metropolitan 

Planning Organization 

Transportation Policy Board 

43 REGIONAL REPORT 

49 REAL ESTATE 

Lakeside Estates 

55 IMPACT DEALS 

A commitment to valuable content is also why we’ve 

grown the coverage we give our Impacts—the listings 

that contain area businesses that are now open, coming 

soon or expanding. That mission is also the reason our 

writers, account executives and other team members 

are so involved in the community. 

Your community is our community. We are humbled 

to help local businesses grow by getting their 

messages in front of tens of thousands of readers each 

month. And we take seriously the responsibility to 

bring you news that affects you. 

Here’s to many more years of local, useful news that 

everyone gets. 

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Old Settlers Blvd. 

A.W. Grimes Blvd. 

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Limmer Loop 

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Ed Schmidt Blvd. 

Farley St. 

Exchange Blvd. 

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Carl Stern Blvd. 

1660 

Hutto 

East St. 

Front St. 

1660 

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Chisholm Trail Rd. 

Sam Bass Rd. 

Kenney Fort Blvd. 

Dr. 

Round Rock Ave. 

Round Rock W. Dr. 

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Great Oaks Dr. 

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Round Rock 

Now Open 

1 Urgent Care for Kids opened 

Aug. 1 at 3750 Gattis School Road, Ste. 

900, in the H-E-B shopping center. 

Urgent Care for Kids is an urgent-care 

facility specializing in pediatric care 

and treats common illnesses, allergies, 

minor burns and can administer flu 

shots. This is the second location in 

Round Rock. Its hours are Mon.-Fri. 

3-9 p.m. and Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., 

and the facility is open on holidays. 

512-813-6850. 

www.urgentcarekids.com 

ells Branch Pkwy. 

Parmer Ln. 

2 The Ring by Gold Gals and 

Something Marvelous opened in 

August at 110 E. Anderson Ave., Stes. 

100 and 200, respectively. The Ring 

is a jewelry store offering diamonds 

and engagement rings. Something 

Marvelous is a gift store catering to 

the bridal industry offering greeting 

cards, candles, invitations and picture 

frames. Both stores can accommodate 

custom orders. Hours for both stores 

are Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri. 11 

a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 

The Ring: 512-258-4653. Something 

Marvelous: 512-270-6888. 

www.theringbygoldgals.com 

Grand Ave. Pkwy. 

3 Love Your Smile opened in August 

inside the Salons by J.C. at 3021 S. I-35, 

Ste. 260. Love Your Smile provides teeth 

whitening. Hours are by appointment. 

512-920-0003. 

www.loveyoursmilestudios.com 

4 The Village Shop opened Aug. 18 

at 302 W. Main St. at the intersection 

with Brown Street. The Village Shop is 

a women’s boutique that sells clothing 

and jewelry. The Village Shop also 

provides wholesale merchandise to 

other retailers throughout Texas. 512- 

596-8007. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

and Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 

www.villageshopwholesalers.com 

5 Aroma Nails & Spa opened in 

July at 581 University Blvd. Aroma is 

a nail salon offering manicures and 

pedicures. Hours are Mon.-Sat. 9:30 

a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun. noon-5 p.m. 

512-770-6007. 

www.aromanailsandspa.com 

Pecan St. 

Mobile business Caped Wonders 

opened in July. Caped Wonders 

sells superhero and princess capes, 

masks and power cuffs, and provides 

entertainment for birthdays featuring 

superhero activities. Hours are by 

appointment. 512-786-0855. 

www.capedwonders.com 

Railroad Ave. 

Coming Soon 

6 The Saucy Rooster Chicken 

Company will open at 1719 N. I-35 in 

the former Arby’s location in October. 

The restaurant will serve chicken 

tenders, wings, sandwiches and salads 

as well as craft beers and margaritas. 

512-925-1718 

7 A commercial portion of the 

Highland Horizon development 

featuring medical, office and retail 

space is under construction on 

RM 620 across from LA Fitness. 

Information such as tenants or the 

number of pad sites is not available as 

of press time. 

www.highlandhorizon.com 

TM; © 2015 COMMUNITY IMPACT LICENSING LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 

8 The Learning Experience will open 

in the spring at 15542 RM 620. The 

Learning Experience is a curriculumbased 

preschool. The school will accept 

students from newborn to pre-K. 

Hours will be Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.- 

6:30 p.m. 888-991-4222. 

www.thelearningexperience.com 

Weiss Ln. 

Map not to scale 

9 First Choice Emergency Room 

will open in early 2016 at 2105 E. Palm 

Valley Blvd. First Choice is a standalone 

emergency room that can treat 

a variety of ailments and injuries. 

This will be its first location in Round 

Rock. There are four other Austin-area 

locations, including two in Pflugerville. 

Hours will be 24/7. 866-688-6600. 

www.fcer.com 

10 Gold’s Gym will open at the 

corner of Sunrise Road and University 

Boulevard in 2016, according to the 

company. Gold’s Gym is a national 

fitness chain based out of Dallas 

offering a wide range of fitness 

equipment and classes. 214-574-4653. 

www.goldsgym.com


Compiled by Scott Thomas 

11 Pacific Gulf Sea Island Fish Fry 

will open in September at 105 E. Old 

Settlers Blvd., Ste. 101. The restaurant 

will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Menu items will include breakfast 

tacos, steak and eggs, a variety of fish 

plates, and hot wings. Hours will be 

Mon.-Thu. 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 

6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. 

12 Homezone Furniture will open 

in September or early October at 1601 

S. I-35, Ste. 500. Homezone Furniture 

provides bedroom, living room and 

dining room furniture. This is the first 

location in the Austin area. Hours will 

be Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sun. 

noon-6 p.m. 512-852-8610. 

www.homezonefurniture.com 

13 NexGen Nails & Spa will open 

at 200 University Blvd., Ste. 520, in 

October and provide facials, manicures, 

pedicures and eyelash extensions. 

Hours will be Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-7 

p.m. and Sun. noon-5 p.m. 

Anniversaries 

14 Cristales-The Boutique at 2000 

S. I-35, Ste. C2, in the Skyridge 

shopping center, celebrated its one-year 

anniversary Aug. 28. Cristales sells 

women’s clothing, accessories, gifts 

and pet clothing. Hours are Tue.-Sat. 

10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 

512-238-1212. 

www.cristales-theboutique.com 

Expansions 

15 Zorba Greek Restaurant at 

2601 N. I-35, Ste. 500, expanded in 

August to add seating and tables 

to accommodate an additional 20 

people. Zorba’s serves Greek food, 

such as hummus, gyros and chicken 

shawarma as well as a variety of 

vegetarian plates. Hours are Mon.-Fri. 

11 a.m.-2:15 p.m. and 5-9:30 p.m., Sat. 

11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-9 

p.m. 512-716-0100. 

www.zorbagreekrestaurant.com 

Relocations 

16 620 Studio moved from 1104 S. 

Mays St., Ste. 222, to 306 W. Main St., 

Ste. 14, on Aug. 1. 620 Studio provides 

Web design, development, social media 

and email marketing, logo branding, 

motion graphics and print design 

services. The business also celebrated 

its 10-year anniversary Aug. 26. 

Hours are Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 

or by appointment. 512-368-3298. 

www.620studio.com 

17 Spencer-Pierce Architecture + 

Interiors relocated to 110 N. Stone St. 

from 1106 S. Mays St., Ste. 220, on July 

31. Spencer-Pierce does commercial 

architecture of all types as well as 

interior design. Hours are Mon.-Thu. 

7 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fri. 8 a.m.-noon. 

512-388-0677. www.spai.com 

Community Service 

18 The Round Rock Area Serving 

Center at 1099 E. Main St. is holding 

a monthlong coat drive in September. 

The center is accepting gently used and 

new coats. Residents can also write a 

check to Round Rock Area Serving 

Center Coats For Kids, and $10 buys 

a coat. Donations can be made at the 

Round Rock Area Serving Center 

Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 512-244-2431. 

www.rrasc.org 

Hutto 

Now Open 

19 Posh Nails at 125 Ed Schmidt 

Blvd., Ste. 230, opened in August. Posh 

Nails is a full-service nail salon offering 

manicures, pedicures, waxing and 

facials. Hours are Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.- 

7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun. 

11 a.m.-5 p.m. 512-825-9848 

20 Jack Brown Cleaners opened in 

July at 718 W. Hwy. 79. Jack Brown 

Cleaners offers on-premises dry 

cleaning, shoe repair and alterations. 

Hours are Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. 

and Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 512-968-1199. 

www.jackbrowncleaners.com 

Coming Soon 

21 Kidz Bilingual at 212 S. FM 1660 

will open in September. The preschool 

will have a bilingual focus and will 

accept students from infants to 5 

years old. Students will be talked to 

in Spanish and English. Hours will be 

Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 

Relocations 

22 Nicole Johnston Agency- 

Farmers Insurance moved to 401 

Ed Schmidt Blvd., Ste. 200, behind 

the Hampton Inn & Suites, from 

210 Hwy. 79, Ste. 104, in August. 

Johnston provides a full range of 

insurance, including home, auto, life 

and commercial. Hours are Mon.- 

Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 512-759-1580. 

www.farmersagent.com/njohnston 

23 Advanced Dental Care of Hutto 

relocated the first week of August 

from 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd. to 401 Ed 

Schmidt Blvd., Ste. 100, to provide 

more space and add an additional 

dentist to its practice. The business is 

a general dentistry practice and sees 

adults and children. Hours are Mon. 

and Thurs. 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues. and 

Wed. 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Fri. 9 a.m.-1 

p.m. 512-846-2011. 

www.adchutto.com 

News or questions about Round Rock, Pflugerville or Hutto? 

Email us at rphnews@communityimpact.com. 

The Ring by Gold Gals opened in August at 

110 E. Anderson Ave. 

The Village Shop opened Aug. 18 at 302 W. 

Main St. and sells clothes and jewelry. 

First Choice Emergency Room will open in 

early 2016 and provide health care services. 

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Nicole Johnston Agency-Farmers Insurance 

moved to 401 Ed Schmidt Blvd., Ste. 200. 

Photos by Scott Thomas/Community Impact Newspaper 

Our Gold Standards: 

John F. McEntire, 

DDS, FAGD 

Teri L. Marek, 

DDS 

512-642-5994 

123 Ed Schmidt Blvd. #100, Hutto 

Official Dentist of the 

Round Rock Express 

• Comfortable, Modern Office 

• Care with a Gentle Touch 

• On-Time Scheduling 

• Family Block Appointments 

• Conservative Treatment 

• Fun for Kids 

• Insurance Friendly 

• Monthly Payment Plans 

• Emergencies Seen Promptly 

• Sedation Dentistry Available 

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CHOLESTEROL? 

and a history of 

Heart Disease, 

Kidney Disease or 

Diabetes? 

Qualified volunteers may 

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• Investigational medication 

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local doctor 

• Possible compensation 

Health insurance is not 

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We are currently enrolling. 

You might qualify if you: 

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302 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., #300 

Pflugerville, TX 78660 

IT’S ALMOST 

TIME TO GO BACK 

TO SCHOOL! 

Prepare your child for the new school 

year with a preventive check up. 

Visit your local McLane Children’s clinic for your 

child’s annual preventive exam. If it’s been more 

than a year since your child’s last visit, schedule 

a check up today with your child’s pediatrician to 

get his or her school physical. 

These quick and easy examinations help ensure 

your child is healthy and physically prepared 

for school. 

Find a clinic near you at swchildrens.org 

Or call us at 512-509-KIDS to make an appointment 

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News or questions about Round Rock, Pflugerville or Hutto? 

Email us at rphnews@communityimpact.com. 

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Pflugerville 

Now Open 

Wells Branch Pkwy. 

Spring 

Hill Ln. 

1 Central Texas BMX Racetrack 

held a grand opening Aug. 7 at 

5001 Killingsworth Lane near the 

Northeast Metropolitan Park. The 

facility features a mixed-surface track 

for BMX bicycle racing, a concession 

area, shaded spectator area and 

pedestrian paths and will feature a 

balance bike track and an all-asphalt 

pump track in the coming months. 

Hours vary by season. 512-348-8369. 

www.centraltexasbmx.com 

2 Threads Urban Collective 

Boutique opened Aug. 1 at 15608 

Spring Hill Lane, Ste. 104. Threads is 

a consignment store selling all of its 

clothes at 50 percent off the marked 

price. The store sells vintage clothes, 

wedding dresses, jewelry and home 

goods. Hours are Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.- 

6 p.m. 512-248-9000 

2 

Pflugerville 

Grand Avenue Pkwy. 

Heatherwilde Blvd. 

Pecan St. 

7 

Pflugerville Pkwy. 

6 

Main St. 

Town Center Dr. 

Railroad Ave. 

Dessau Rd. 

Coming Soon 

Limestone 

Commercial Dr. 

685 

1825 

3 Gold’s Gym will open at the corner 

of SH 130 and Gattis School Road in 

2016, according to the company. Gold’s 

Gym is a national fitness chain based 

out of Dallas offering a wide range of 

fitness equipment and classes. 

214-574-4653. www.goldsgym.com 

4 Smoothie King will open in 

November at 18701 Limestone 

Commercial Drive, Ste. 200, in the 

Stone Hill Town Center. Smoothie King 

will serve smoothies and fruit drinks. 

This will be its seventh location in the 

Austin area. www.smoothieking.com 

5 Get Polished Up Salon at 19500 

Heatherwilde Blvd., Ste. 300, will 

open Oct. 1. Get Polished Up will offer 

haircuts, pedicures, manicures, hair 

styling for women and waxing services. 

Hours will be Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 

and Sun. noon-6 p.m. 

www.getpolishedupsalon.com 

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to open Sept. 1 at 1520 N. Railroad 

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will offer religious education classes 

for children, youth and adults as well 

as meeting space for various parish 

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Relocations 

7 Austin Gardeners moved to 18414 

Heatherwilde Blvd. from 206 Austin 

Ave., Hutto, in April. Austin Gardeners 

provides a variety of landscaping 

services, including installing outdoor 

kitchens and patios as well as lighting 

and irrigation systems. Hours are 

Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sun. by 

appointment. 512-845-1531. 

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Central Texas BMX Racetrack held a grand 

opening Aug. 7 at 5001 Killingsworth Lane. 

Threads Urban Collective Boutique opened 

Aug. 1 at 15608 Springhill Lane, Ste. 104. 

Smoothie King will open in November at the 

Stone Hill Town Center. 

The St. Elizabeth Catholic Church Religious 

Education Center planned to open Sept. 1. 

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BUSINESS FEATURE 

New Sweden 

Coffee Roasters 

Business puts enjoyment of coffee first 

By Sabine McCalla 

To him, drinking coffee is 

more than just drinking 

coffee—it is an “enjoyment,” 

said Bret Stewart, founder and owner 

of New Sweden Coffee Roasters. That 

enjoyment is why he said he likes the 

Swedish concept of “fika.” 

“Loosely translated it means coffee 

break, but it really encompasses more 

of a cultural thing of stopping what 

you are doing and enjoying a time 

to have coffee and other assorted 

treats, pastries, et cetera with people, 

co-workers, colleagues, family,” 

Stewart said. 

That concept is why he called 

his signature coffee Fika Blend and 

adopted the Nordic approach to 

coffee roasting when he opened his 

business a year ago. 

Stewart said he likes that the 

Scandinavian or Nordic-style roasting 

approach emphasizes more of the early 

portion of roasting where the drinker 

get more “unique” flavors like fruit, 

floral, spices, nuts and even chocolate. 

His coffees are characterized by 

those types of flavors, and no artificial 

flavors are added. New Sweden 

Coffee Roasters offers four flavors. 

Always available is the Fika Blend; 

New Sweden Coffee Roasters 

www.newsweden.coffee 

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the other three change depending 

on seasonality and availability. 

The coffee is served and sold in Lil’ 

Mama’s Corner Café in Pflugerville 

as well as at the Pflugerville Pfarmers 

Market Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. and 

online. Stewart also sends samples to 

prospective customers if they would 

like to try the coffee in advance. 

“We are working very hard to 

provide a very high-quality product,” 

Stewart said. “It’s equally important 

to make it accessible to a wide 

number of people so that they can 

share it with the people they love and 

associate with.” 

Stewart said he has been working 

in the industry for more than 10 

years. He said he has received strong 

support from the community since 

opening his business. He runs New 

Sweden Coffee Roasters in addition 

to working a full-time job. Stewart 

has expansion plans, but it is very 

important to him to maintain the 

character of the business and stay 

local, he said. 

“We are proud of the fact that it is 

small and specialty. There is a lot of 

love going into this,” he said. 

Pflugerville Farmers Market on Tuesdays 

3 p.m.–7 p.m. Hours vary by season. 

Sold at Lil’ Mama’s Corner Cafe at 104 N. 

Railroad Ave. Pflugerville Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.- 

7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 

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Courtesy New Sweden Coffee Roasters 

Bret Stewart, founder of New Sweden Coffee Roasters, sells coffee at a farmers market. 

Stewart said roasting and brewing coffee is a 

passion for him. 

Signature coffee: Fika Blend 

The Fika Blend is intended to be smooth, 

not very bitter, sweet and easy to drink, 

said Bret Stewart, owner of New Sweden 

Coffee Roasters. The coffee beans used 

for the blend rotate based on seasonality. 

This summer’s blend is Mexican Chiapas 

and Rwandan. Stewart said the Chiapas 

gives the coffee some refined sugar 

sweetness, and the Rwandan adds some 

fruit sweetness. 

New flavor: Sumatra 

The coffee beans for Sumatra come from 

the Sumatran area of Lintong. They are 

grown in a co-op composed of a few 

native farmers. “The flavor Sumatra has 

the earthy characteristic of most Sumatran 

coffees, but it has a lot of sweetness to it,” 

Stewart said. “You get some brown sugartype 

notes or even some sweet basil urban 

notes. It’s real interesting coffee.” 




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DINING FEATURE 


Operators aim to bring authentic Mexican 

food experience to northern Round Rock 

By Kirsten Peek 

Jamie Fernandez, co-owner of 

Tequila Bar & Grill, said he is 

hoping to share an authentic 

Mexican dining experience with the 

residents of Round Rock. Fernandez 

and his brother-in-law, Reynaldo 

Leon, know about running restaurants 

from operating other establishments 

in Georgetown and Taylor. 

“Since Round Rock is a different 

type of area, we decided to [...] create a 

different menu,” Fernandez said. 

Fernandez said that Tequila Bar & 

Grill is known for its bar, particularly 

the margaritas, as well as having high 

quality fajitas. 

“This is more of an authentic Mexican 

restaurant, so I think some people 

really identify with it,” Fernandez said. 

Fernandez said his family owns 

restaurants throughout Texas, so the 

decision to join the industry seemed 

like a natural choice for him from a 

young age. He opened the Mariachis 

location in Georgetown in 2004 and 

expanded to Round Rock last year. 

“I’ve been living in Georgetown 

for 15 years, but I’ve always been 

thinking of Round Rock. When this 

location became available, it was 

perfect,” Fernandez said. “Since it’s 

something different, I know a lot of 

my other customers will come try it 

out sometimes.” 

Fernandez said he and his wife, 

Diney, love spending time between 

Round Rock and Georgetown. His 

three daughters enjoy visiting him at 

his various restaurants, he said. 

“It feels like home,” Fernandez 

said. “Most importantly, I want a 

family-friendly atmosphere in my 

restaurants.” 

Fernandez said he and his business 

partner might continue to expand 

the restaurants they own, but he is 

satisfied with the three locations in 

Central Texas for now. 

“It’s a lot of work,” Fernandez said. 

“I’ll probably give it a few years, at 

least.” 

Fernandez said he and his brotherin-law 

travel among the three locations 

frequently. 

“I know most of the regular customers,” 

Fernandez said. “I’ll run into 

them at the grocery store, and that’s 

always a lot of fun.” 

Fernandez said his favorite part 

of owning restaurants is meeting 

new people every day and having the 

chance to talk to his customers. 

Photos by David Weaver/Community Impact Newspaper 

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INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS 

183 South 

Revised Construction Timeline for 

MoPac Improvement Project 

If you’re a commuter on MoPac, you’ve 

probably noticed a lot of construction progress 

on the new Express Lanes between Cesar 

Chavez Street and Parmer Lane. Long-awaited 

sound walls are going up along the southern 

end of the project. Crews have been widening 

bridges, and the southbound lanes approaching 

downtown have been reconfigured to allow 

room to construct an underpass for a downtown 

connection. On the north end of the project, 

the final piece of a 525-foot-long bicycle and 

pedestrian bridge over the Union Pacific 

Railroad track south of Duval Road has been 

installed and a significant amount of asphalt 

paving for the new express lanes has been 

completed. This fall, to begin construction of 

the underpass lane from downtown the 

northbound lanes of MoPac will be rerouted. 

While the project is more than 70 percent 

complete, the MoPac contractor, CH2M, has 

advised the Mobility Authority that they have 

encountered some difficulties that will likely 

lead to the express lanes being opened in 

phases during 2016. The contractor says they 

encountered difficulty in boring the 

underground drainage tunnels for the Express 

Lane underpasses. They have also reported 

issues with underground utilities, problems 

finding enough workers, and challenges 

related to previous months’ wet weather. 

We are working closely with the contractor to 

help expedite construction and get the new 

lanes open as soon as possible. For the latest 

project update, visit mopacexpress.com. 

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TRANSPORTATION UPDATES 

Major projects in the area 

Compiled by Scott Thomas 

News or questions about these or 

other local transportation projects? 

Email us at rphnews@communityimpact.com 

Sam Bass Rd. 

Brightwater 

Blvd. 

1431 

620 

1 

Road closure 

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1 FM 3406/Old Settlers Boulevard 

This project will enhance the 

intersections of FM 3406 at Sam Bass 

Road, Oak Hollow and Bent Tree drives 

with left-turn lanes in an attempt to 

improve safety and traffic flow. FM 

3406 will also receive a right-turn lane 

at the Plantation Drive and Sam Bass 

intersections. Five-foot shoulders will 

also be added throughout the project. 

Intersection 

Pedestrian Bridge 

Railroad tracks 

Sam Bass Rd. 

Bent Tree Dr. 

Creek Bend Blvd. 

2 Downtown improvements 

This project will widen Mays Street from the 

railroad bridge south of downtown to the 

Brushy Creek bridge in downtown Round 

Rock as well as realign Main Street where 

it intersects with Mays. The project will 

Lake 

Creek Dr. 

1 

TOLL 

Old Settlers Blvd. 

Mays St. 

2 

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6 

A.W.Grimes Blvd. 

Round Rock 

45 

TOLL 

Pflugerville 

Plantation Dr. 

110 

Avery Nelson Blvd. 


Wells Branch Pkwy. 

Immanuel Rd. 

Oak Hollow Dr. 

3 

Pecan St. 

79 

130 

TOLL 

Hutto 

685 

Pfluger 

Farm Lane 

Pfennig Ln. 

5 

Old Settler’s Blvd. 

Limmer Loop 

Weiss Ln. 

A pedestrian bridge over the railroad 

tracks and a sidewalk will also be 

constructed on the north side of FM 

3406. 

Timeline: August-summer 2016 

Cost: $4.7 million 

Funding sources: Texas Department 

of Transportation, city of Round Rock 

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also focus on road improvements such 

as a new center left turn lane on Mays in 

downtown. After the project’s completion 

Main will run continuously through Mays. 

Round Rock Avenue is restricted to two 

lanes from just east of I-35 to Mays. 

Mays is restricted to two lanes from 

around Nash Street to the bridge over 

Brushy Creek, south of Hwy. 79. 

Timeline: March 2015-March 2017 


Funding sources: city of Round Rock, 

federal grant funds 

Roadway extension 


Town Ce nter Dr. 

Pfluger Farm Ln. 

3 Pfluger Farm Lane 

The city of Pflugerville will extend the 

road from near its intersection with 

Pflugerville Parkway to just south of 

its Town Center Drive intersection 

next to the 24 Hour Fitness within the 

Stone Hill Town Center. Excavation 

began in August with road work 

expected to start in the coming 

weeks. 

Timeline: August-spring 2016 

Cost: $4 million 

Funding sources: city of Pflugerville 

4 I-35 ramp reversals 

This project alters the locations of four 

entrance and exit ramps on I-35 between 

Hwy. 79 and Old Settlers Boulevard in 

Round Rock to better accommodate the 

flow of traffic. The switch to northbound 

on and off ramps as well as the 

southbound on ramp occurred in August. 

Timeline: October 2014-March 2016 


Funding sources: city of Round Rock, 

TxDOT 

Other transportation projects 

Road expansion 

Project description 

The city of Round Rock is working to reconstruct Sundance Parkway and 

Parker Road in the La Frontera development. 

Work on a diverging diamond interchange is underway at the intersection 

of University Boulevard and I-35 in Round Rock. The interchange aims to 

alleviate traffic by allowing vehicles to flow on and off of University more easily. 

Travis County is widening Wells Branch Parkway just outside Pflugerville from 

Immanuel Road to Killingsworth Lane. 

The city of Hutto is extending Carl Stern Boulevard to west of FM 685 and 

linking it to SH 130. 

The city of Round Rock has begun work to connect Creek Bend Boulevard and 

Wyoming Springs Drive by means of an elevated roadway. 

5 FM 685 

The project is a major overhaul of FM 

685 in Hutto between SH 130 and 

Hwy. 79. The road will be widened 

from two lanes to four lanes. Medians 

and turn lanes will be added, and 

two new bridges 12 feet higher than 

the current bridges will be built. The 

work is intended to improve traffic 

flow and safety. Crews are working on 

relocating drainage systems to allow 

for the road and bridge expansions as 

of August. 

Timeline: October 2014-fall 2016 

Cost: $15 million 

Funding sources: Capital Area 

Metropolitan Planning Organization, 

city of Hutto 

6 Pfennig Lane and East 

Pflugerville Parkway lane closures 

The city of Pflugerville will temporarily 

close lanes on the roads to work on 

utilities in the area. Though there may be 

lane closures, the roads themselves will 

not be worked on. Crews were working 

on utilities near East Pflugerville Parkway 

throughout August. 

Timeline: August-March 


Funding sources: city of Pflugerville 

Estimated timeline 

May-October 

October 2014-fall 


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Summer 2014- 

December 2015 

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PARKS AND AMENITIES 

City addresses waves of summer lake visitors 

Popularity of Lake Pflugerville leads to more police patrols, planned services 


Lake Pflugerville, the city’s 180-acre water reservoir, 

usually draws large crowds for events such 

as the annual Lake Pflugerville Triathlon, but city 

officials say the lake has been especially busy as a 

recreation spot this year, leading to some maintenance 

and public safety challenges. 

In response to the rising popularity of Lake 

Pflugerville as a venue for recreational activities, as 

well as a community survey stating the lake is the 

location residents don’t feel safe walking at night, 

Pflugerville police increased their patrols there this 

summer, Pflugerville Assistant Police Chief Jim 

McLean said. 

The department added weekday and weeknight 

lake patrol shifts, increased weekend patrols and is 

requesting the hire of two additional officers whose 

primary duty will be to police the lake during the 

summer, he said. 

“As things have continued to develop, [Lake 

Pflugerville] has become even more popular, and it 

has drawn bigger and bigger crowds,” McLean said. 

“We decided it was in everyone’s best interest to 

patrol it pretty heavily.” 

According to police records, police responded to 

about seven thefts and vehicle burglaries at the lake 

in June and July. Pflugerville Police Chief Charles 

Hooker said the department has seen a “massive 

increase in calls for service” around the lake, but the 

majority of the incidents have been minor and not 

criminal in nature. 

James Hemenes, director of the Pflugerville Parks 

and Recreation Department, said the large number 

of summer visitors is beginning to take a toll on the 

lake’s amenities. 

“The restrooms, the parking, really the beach 

space is probably getting close to capacity on certain 

days of the week,” he said. “We’ve been dealing with 

the [challenges of] increased popularity in litter 

control especially.” 

Hemenes partly attributes the lake’s increased popularity 

to the attention generated by an $8 million lake 

improvement bond voters approved in November. 

The bond funding will support projects proposed 

in the new Lake Pflugerville Master Plan such as 

an amphitheater, an expanded beach area and 

additional parking, Hemenes said. Because of other 

park projects underway, Hemenes said it could be a 

year before the bond funds begin to be put to use. 

Briana Roehling, owner of Pflugerville fitness 

company Seigga Multisport, said she often exercises 

at Lake Pflugerville. She said the area attracts runners 

because it has a looped track about the same 

length as a 5K and offers training opportunities for 

triathlon participants. 

“If you go there on a Saturday or Sunday early in 

the morning there are a ton of people running or 

cycling or swimming,” she said. 

Hemenes said he expects Lake Pflugerville to 

become even busier in the coming years, especially 

as new residents move to the area around the lake 

east of SH 130. 

“I think more people are finding out about [the 

lake],” he said. “People are finding there is a lot of 

opportunity for recreation there. They’re seeing this 

gem that used to be pretty hidden.” 

Thousands gather at Lake Pflugerville every year for the 

city’s Pfirecracker Pfestival Independence Day celebration. 

Courtesy city of Pflugerville 

Police presence at Lake Pflugerville 

The Pflugerville Police Department added patrols at Lake 

Pflugerville this summer. Service call logs show increased police 

activity at the lake—including reactions to incidents and 

police-initiated premises checks—each summer since 2013. 

Approximate calls for services 

June July August 

77 76 79 85 89 

64 

2013 2014 2015 * 

122 123 

*August data not available at press time 

Source: Pflugerville Police Department/Community Impact Newspaper 

A focus on prevention 

Most police presence at 

Lake Pflugerville is preventive 

in nature and call logs 

show an increase in the 

percentage of proactive 

premises checks since 

2013. 

SUMMER 2013 

36% other, 

including animal 

and traffic calls 64% 

Proactive 

SUMMER 2014 

32% 

other 

68% 

Proactive 

SUMMER 2015 

29% 

other 

71% 

Proactive 

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CITY IMPROVEMENTS 

Hutto on track to create railroad 

quiet zones throughout the city 


Hutto City Council could vote 

in September to fund a project that 

would make the familiar blare of a 

train’s horn in Hutto the exception 

rather than the rule. 

Federal regulations require train 

engineers to sound their horns for 

15 to 20 seconds when approaching 

intersections as a safety precaution, 

but parts of Austin and some of its 

neighboring cities, such as Cedar 

Park and Leander, have circumvented 

that rule by initiating railroad quiet 

zones—areas where trains do not 

sound their horns. 

Hutto could be next on that list if a 

proposed Capital Improvement Plan 

budget is approved by City Council, 

City Manager Karen Daly said. 

Currently, train conductors sound 

their horns anywhere 

from two to 

a dozen times when 

traveling through 

Hutto’s three main 

intersections, said 

Michael Thompson, 

who co-owns 

Hutto Therapy 

Center opposite the 

train tracks near 

Hwy. 79. 

“Some of the 

[conductors] just 

toot the horn, 

and some of them lay on it the whole 

way through Hutto—it’s deafening,” 

Thompson said. “When you’re on the 

phone you can’t even talk. You have 

to hold your conversation until the 

whistle stops.” 

Federal Railroad Administration 

documents estimate about 29 trains 

travel through Hutto every 24 hours. 

To install a quiet zone, cities must 

secure an intersection to the point that 

no vehicles or pedestrians would be 

able to cross while a train pasess, thus 

making the train horn warning unnecessary, 

FRA Public Affairs Specialist 

Michael Cole said. 

“It is up to local government agencies 

to establish these quiet zones,” he 

said. “It is not an uncommon thing. 

“Some of the 

[conductors] just 

toot the horn, and 

some of them lay 

on it the whole way 

through Hutto— 

it’s deafening.” 

—Michael Thompson, co-owner of 

Hutto Therapy Center 

There are communities across the 

nation working to get quiet zones.” 

Daly said the process could be more 

affordable for Hutto if the city is able 

to incorporate quiet zone intersection 

improvements at the FM 685 crossing 

into the construction project already 

taking place on that road. In the draft 

CIP budget, Hutto staffers are recommending 

$100,000 for the total quiet 

zone project cost, she said. 

Daly said she helped obtain railroad 

quiet zones for the city of Sugar Land 

as assistant city manager there and 

that the process took about two years. 

“We didn’t realize how much our 

quality of sleep was disrupted [in 

Sugar Land] until the trains stopped 

[using horns],” she said. “I’d seen the 

benefit of [quiet zones], and since I live 

on one side of the track and work on 

the other [side in 

Hutto], I hear the 

trains all the time. 

When you first 

move in, you realize 

how disruptive 

it is, then you sort 

of get used to it.” 

Even after quiet 

zones are adopted, 

train engineers can 

still sound their 

horns if there is 

perceived danger 

on the track or if 

there is construction in the immediate 

area, said Jeff DeGraff, a spokesperson 

for Union Pacific Railroad, a rail company 

that sends trains through Hutto. 

DeGraff said Union Pacific does not 

endorse quiet zones, but the company 

complies with the Federal Railroad 

Administration rules, which allow for 

the zones in certain circumstances. 

“While we understand the desire 

to limit noise in a community, train 

horns are a vital part of railroad 

safety. Union Pacific believes quiet 

zones compromise the safety of railroad 

employees, customers, and the 

general public,” DeGraff said in an 

email. “As inconvenient as some may 

think train horns are, an accident can 

be devastating.” 


IF RAILROAD QUIET ZONES 

ARE INSTALLED IN HUTTO, 

TRAINS WOULD ONLY 

RARELY SOUND 

THEIR HORNS 

WHILE 

TRAVELING 

THROUGH 

THE CITY. 

WHAT IS A 

CURRENT 

RAILROAD QUIET ZONE? 

A RAILROAD QUIET ZONE IS AN 

INTERSECTION AT WHICH TRAIN HORNS 

DO NOT NEED TO BE SOUNDED EXCEPT IN 

EMERGENCIES. INCREASED SAFETY MEASURES 

AT THESE CROSSINGS PRECLUDE THE WARNING 

HORNS FROM BEING NECESSARY. 

QUIET ZONE OPTION 1 

QUIET ZONE OPTION 2 

QUIET ZONE COSTS CAN 

RANGE FROM 

$30,000 TO 

$1 MILLION 

• Two-gate systems leave 

a gap through which 

motorists could drive 

and attempt to cross the 

railroad tracks. 

• Train conductors must 

sound their horns 

repeatedly when entering 

and exiting these types of 

crossings to warn motorists 

and pedestrians. 

Four-quadrant gate system 

• When lowered, gates 

prevent vehicles from 

entering the intersection. 

• This system often includes 

one gate on each side of 

the tracks in each direction, 

or four total. 

• This design must include 

a crossing warning system 

such as lights to warn of 

train’s approach. 

Gates with medians or 

channelization devices 

• Medians or other 

obstructions keep vehicles 

in designated lanes. 

• Medians/channels must 

extend 100 feet from the 

crossing gate arm. 

• This design must include 

a crossing warning system 

such as lights to warn of 

train’s approach. 

Source: Federal Railroad Administration/Community Impact Newspaper

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CONSTRUCTION 

Turning dirt in Round Rock 

Rising costs mean accelerated timeline for city projects 

By Scott Thomas 

The city of Round Rock is moving 

forward with multiple building projects 

to try and stay ahead of rising construction 

costs in the area. 

“We’ve seen a 20 percent rise [in 

construction costs] since last year 

already,” said Chad McDowell, Round 

Rock General Services director. “Which 

is huge when you’re talking $20 million 

projects.” 

McDowell said although city staffers 

are trying to get the projects started as 

quickly as possible, they are doing their 

due diligence. 

“We are doing everything we can to 

get [the building projects] up and get 

them out,” he said. “But we’re doing it 

right. We’re not doing it 

PROJECTS IN 

ROUND ROCK 

Source: city of Round Rock/Community 

Impact Newspaper 

ROUND ROCK SPORTS 

CENTER BUILDING B 

35 

Budget: $1.2 million 

Status: under construction 

Estimated completion: December 

Chad McDowell, Round Rock General 

Services director, said city staffers always 

intended to build the Building B enhancement, 

but that they did not have the funds to do so in 

the original construction plan. 

“We always planned to do this family 

entertainment center,” McDowell said. “It’s 

a place we could take all the kids and the 

parents and give them a place to go.” 

McDowell said the Building B enhancement 

will give attendees a place to go when the 

center gets more than 3,000 visitors. 

McDowell said the city moved forward 

with the expansion because the center has 

become popular. 

“We’re getting the attendance we want so 

we’re going to our next project, which is the 

Building B project,” he said. 

so fast we’re hurting ourselves.” 

McDowell said the city is working 

on several bond projects, such as the 

Rock’N River Family Aquatic Center 

expansion and multiple fire stations. 

The city is also constructing an expansion 

to the Round Rock Sports Center, 

which is funded through the Hotel 

Occupancy Tax. McDowell said more 

projects, like a police and fire training 

facility are on the horizon. 

McDowell said balancing the projects 

can be a challenge. 

“Right now we are maxed out,” 

he said. “As these projects are built, 

we’ll take on additional projects and 

keep going… We’re just going to keep 

building and have the 

infrastructure for the 

population growth.” 

OLD SETTLERS BLVD. 

TWO FIRE STATIONS 

Budget: $4 million (bidded as package) 

Status: November start dates 

Estimated completion: December 2016 

Shane Glasier, Round Rock Fire Department 

battalion chief, said the new fire stations 

located on Red Bud Lane and Lisa Rae 

Drive, near Gattis School Road, will help the 

department achieve its desired response 

times on Round Rock’s east side. 

“Our goal is to have a good response time 

to any emergency,” Glasier said. “With our 

current setup, the Red Bud-Forest Creek 

area has an extended response time.” 

Glasier said the fire department worked with 

Renderings courtesy city of Round Rock 

ROCK’N RIVER FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER EXPANSION 

Budget: $6.7 million 

Status: under construction 

Estimated completion: May 1 

Construction on the city-run water park will add new amenities, such as 

areas for teens and adults, as well as a new play structure that city staff say 

will double the capacity of the park. 

“Right now we’ve got pretty much all the infrastructure in place,” said Rick 

Atkins, Parks and Recreation Department director. “In the next three weeks 

when we get our pool season closed down, that’s when you’ll see a lot of 

major progress.” 

Atkins said there have been no complaints from park users while 

contractors work on the expansion. 

“We’ve got posters everywhere showing people what’s coming. They seem 

to be really excited about the project itself,” he said. “People can’t wait for 

next summer.” 

Atkins said the expansion is on schedule despite rain early in the process. 

the city’s Geographic Information 

Systems department to find the 

optimal locations for the new stations. 

McDowell said finding land for the fire 

stations was a challenge since no land 

was for sale when city staffers started 

looking. 

“We knocked on doors [in the area],” 

McDowell said. “We got lucky there was a 

person who wanted to sell.” 

GATTIS SCHOOL RD. 

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IN ROUND ROCK 

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Yoga on the Plaza 

8 a.m.,September 12 

Prete Main Street Plaza 

221 East Main Street 

Bring a mat or towel 

Big Hero 6 Drive-in Movie 

8:30 p.m., September 19 

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ARTS 

Free Art Exhibit: Featuring artists 

Gilbert Russell and Lucian Richards 

Now through September 

J.B. & Hallie Jester Williamson 

County Annex, Round Rock 

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Free Art Exhibit 

East Williamson Higher Education 

Center Now through October 

1600 Innovation Blvd., Hutto 

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ArtSpace: Austin Pastel Exhibit 

5:30 p.m., September 3 - 26 

213 E Main Street, Round Rock 

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Downtown Car Show 

10a.m. to 1 p.m., September 20 

Centennial Plaza, 

301 West Bagdad 

Market Days 

9 a.m. to 4 p.m., September 5 

Centennial Plaza, 

301 West Bagdad 

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Round Rock Ballet Folkorico 

Performances 

8:30 a.m., September 8 

“Suicide Prevention Ceremony,” 

710 South Main Street, Georgetown 

2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26 

Palm Valley Lutheran Church Fall 

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12:15 p.m., Sunday, September 27 

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 

Festival, Pflugerville 

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Annual Photography and Sculpture 

Exhibit, Free 

Round Rock Arts 

September 11 through November 20 

Texas State University Round Rock 

LIBRARY 

EVENTS HELD AT 216 E. MAIN STREET 

Tween Book Club & 

Author Visit 


“The Lost Track of Time,” 

by Paige Britt 

Evening of Poetry Featuring 

Angel Leiva 

7 p.m., September 10 

Premier Martial Arts 

Self-Defense Class 

For Tweens (Ages 8-12) 

1-2 p.m., September 12 

For Teens (Ages 12-18) 

2-3 p.m., September 12 

Sam Bass Community 

Theatre 

Nunsense, a musical 

September 25 – October 17 

7:30 p.m. Thursday, Fridays 

& Saturdays 

2 p.m. Sunday Matinees 

600 N Lee St, Round Rock, 

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Chisholm Trail Quilt Guild 

2015 Quilt Show: 

September 25-26 

10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 

Dell Diamond Heritage 

Center 

Poetry Reading 

Featuring Carie Juettner and 

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Adult Book Group 


“The Martian,” by Andy Weir 

Introduction to Genealogy 

9:30 a.m.-noon, September 14 

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Friends of the Round Rock 

Public Library Meeting 

7 p.m., September 14 

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Penfold Theatre Company: 

Murder on the Rails 

3 - 6 p.m., September 27, $50 

penfoldtheatre.org 

Williamson Museum 

Mascots of Williamson 

County Exhibit, Free 

6 - 8 p.m., Opening at First 

Friday -September 4th 

History Happy Hour 

5:30 - 7:30 p.m., 

September 18 

Tween Gaming at the Library 


Puppet Shows 

6:30 p.m., Monday, 

September 21 

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, 

September 22 

9:30 & 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, 

September 23 

9:30 & 10:30 a.m., Thursday, 

September 24 

Preschool Science: 

Fun with Pendulums 

10:30 a.m., Friday, 

September 25 

11 a.m., Saturday, 

September 26 

Williamson Co. Courthouse, 

$15 General Admission, 

$10 for members 

Austin Museum Day, Free 

1 - 4 p.m., September 20, 

The Williamson Museum 

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Chalk Walk 2015: Annual 

Arts Festival 

Friday, October 2 at 8 p.m.: 

Asleep at the Wheel (8:00pm) 

Saturday, October 3rd 

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Community Helpers 

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Biz.ability Classes 

12:30-3:30 p.m., 

Every Friday 

The 21 Irrefutable 

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12:30 to 3 p.m., 

September 11 

Outdoor Family 

Campout & National 

Hunting and Fishing 

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Friday, September 

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September 26 

Old Settlers Park 

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Outlaw Trail 100 

Cycling Tour 

8 a.m. October 10 

Old Settlers Park & 

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Business Resources 

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September 18 

HR 101: You Are the 

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September 25 

PARKS 

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9 a.m. to noon, 

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CITY & COUNTY 

News from Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, and Williamson County 

EDC names new 

president and CEO 

HUTTO The Hutto 

Economic Development 

Corp. hired a 

new president and 

CEO, it announced 

Aug. 4. 

Tim Chase, 

Tim Chase 

former president 

of the Greater Wichita Economic 

Development Coalition in Kansas, 

was selected from an international 

pool of 43 applicants, according to a 

news release. 

HEDC Board Chairman Mario 

Perez said Chase will provide 

valuable economic development 

experience and leadership. 

“As one of only 25 accredited 

[International Economic Development 

Council] entities, it was 

important that we conduct a meticulous 

and extensive search for the 

right person to lead our development 

efforts,” Perez said in a statement. 

“Tim has the background, 

energy and passion that will set the 

stage for Hutto and the HEDC to be 

one of the top contenders in today’s 

competitive market.” 

Chase is a member of the IEDC 

and has chaired several projects for 

the council’s Economic Development 

Research Partnership, according 

to the HEDC. He assumed his 

new position Aug. 4. 

“Tim Chase has proven experience 

as a top-notch economic 

development professional, and 

Hutto is fortunate to have someone 

of his caliber leading our economic 

development efforts,” Hutto Mayor 

Debbie Holland said in a statement. 

“Representing the HEDC and 

our community in its continuing 

involvement with Opportunity 

Austin to foster job creation and 

investment in the five-county Central 

Texas region is a high priority, 

and Tim will represent us well.” 

City gives OK to food 

truck, trailer operators 

ROUND ROCK City Council approved an 

ordinance Aug. 27 allowing mobile food 

vendors to serve food within the city at 

certain locations for limited amounts of 

time. 

The ordinance allows mobile food vendors, 

often referred to as food trucks or 

trailers, to operate at existing businesses 

such as multi-tenant retail locations or 

bars that do not have a kitchen as well as 

parks and recreation facilities. 

“This is an attempt to have food trucks 

without the unsightliness of a trailer park,” 

said Brad Wiseman, director of planning 

for the city of Round Rock at an Aug. 25 

workshop meeting. 

Wiseman said mobile food vendors can 

park at a site permanently if the vehicle is 

not visible from the public right of way. He 

said the owner of the business at which the 

food vendor would operate must apply for 

a permit as well. 

Police provide space 

for safe transactions 

PFLUGERVILLE The Pflugerville 

Justice Center is now available as a 

Safe Trade Site for residents who are 

buying or selling items online and 

would like a secure location to meet a 

buyer or seller. 

The parking lot of the police 

department is under surveillance 24/7 

and can be used as a meeting spot 

between online buyers and sellers, 

Police Chief Charles Hooker said. 

During business hours, online 

vendors or customers can also meet in 

the police station lobby, he said. 

“Should there be an emergency we 

are very close,” Hooker said. “We’re 

excited to offer this program.” 

Mayor Jeff Coleman said he referred 

someone seeking to sell a vehicle to 

the new Safe Trade Site. 

“I think this is something that, if we 


Compiled by Caitlin Perrone, Emilie Shaughnessy and Scott Thomas 

County contemplates adding death 

investigators to relieve workload 

WILLIAMSON COUNTY 

Officials are hoping to add three 

death investigators to the county 

attorney’s office to offer justices 

of the peace some relief with the 

rising number of death inquests. 

Since Williamson County does 

not have a medical examiner’s 

office, it is the responsibility of 

justices of the peace to respond to 

scenes of death outside of a medical 

facility. Because of a higher 

amount of deaths experienced 

with a rising population, it has 

become common for justices of 

the peace to delay or cancel court 

hearings to rush out to a scene, 

said Bill Gravell, Williamson 

County justice of the peace for 

Precinct 3. 

According to the office of court 

administration, Williamson 

can get the word out, will be something 

that is used because more and 

more people are using the Internet to 

sell things, but they don’t feel comfortable 

with someone coming to 

their house,” he said. 

Hooker suggested Pflugerville 

County justices responded to 

461 death inquests last year. The 

office predicts that number will 

rise to 521 by the end of this year, 

Gravell said. 

Williamson County Judge Dan 

Gattis said he hopes the justices 

could be helped by hiring death 

inquest investigators to go out to 

the scenes. Two of the county’s 

four justices appeared before the 

Williamson County commissioners 

Aug. 11 to support adding the 

positions. 

The death investigators would 

be able to respond to the scene of 

the death, gather medical records 

from hospitals, notify family 

members and authorize the body 

be moved from the scene, said 

Williamson County Attorney 

Dee Hobbs. 

The Pflugerville Justice Center is now a Safe Trade Site at which area residents can meet online 

buyers or sellers in a supervised space. 

residents looking to buy or sell a large 

item that cannot be transported to a 

Safe Trade Site take precautions such 

as informing a friend or neighbor of 

the appointment and not allowing 

a stranger to walk through a home 

unaccompanied. 

Meetings 

Tweetings 

Hutto City Council 

Meets first and third Thursday, 7 p.m. 

401 W. Front St., Hutto 

512-759-4033, www.huttotx.gov 

Pflugerville City Council 

Meets second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. 

100 E. Main St., Pflugerville 

512-990-6101, www.cityofpflugerville.com 

Round Rock City Council 

Meets second and fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. 

216 E. Main St., Round Rock 

512-218-5401, www.roundrocktexas.gov 

Travis County Commissioners Court 

Meets Tuesdays at 9 a.m. 

700 Lavaca St., Austin 

512-854-9020, www.traviscounty.org 

Williamson County 

Commissioners Court 

Meets Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. 

710 S. Main St., Georgetown 

512-943-1550, www.wilco.org 

For instant coverage of these 

meetings, follow us on Twitter: 

@impactnews_rph 

For these stories and other 

online-exclusive content, visit 

communityimpact.com.

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24 

10 years 

years 

In Central Texas, Community Impact 

Newspaper celebrates a decade of 

keeping readers informed 

Since 2005 


and Scott Thomas 

In September 2005, the first edition of Community Impact 

Newspaper shipped to mailboxes in the cities of Round Rock and 

Pflugerville. At the time, publisher John Garrett wrote: 

“Our mission is clear: to provide Round 

Rock and Pflugerville residents and 

business owners with a free monthly 

publication. One that is full of news and 

information that impacts their lives, 

business and community.” 

At the time, Community Impact Newspaper covered Round Rock 

and Pflugerville. Ten years later it reaches nearly 1.5 million 

mailboxes in 31 cities throughout the Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth 

and Houston metro areas. To celebrate the decade milestone, 

Community Impact Newspaper is looking at a few of the stories 

the newspaper wrote about in the first year and the 

ways the cities have changed. 

MONTHLY 

SEPTEMBER 2005 

Tollways changing the way Central Texans drive 

by Jill Mayfield 

Driving anywhere in north Austin, Round 

Rock or Pflugerville, Central Texans can’t 

miss road construction in every direction. 

It stalls the traffic, it narrows the roadways, 

it staggers the imagination. 

Gazing up at the concrete 

dinosaurs created by the 

incomplete overpasses, thoughts 

come to mind of ‘where are they 

going, will they be worth the toll 

to drive on them, and are they 

really needed.’ 

The Central Texas Turnpike Project when 

completed in 2007 will forever change 

how people who live and work in this area 

travel from one place to another. 

The CTTP consists of three roadways: 

State Highway 45 North, Loop 1 North, 

and State Highway 130, all of which will 

be tollways. 

Loop 1 and SH 45N will primarily 

serve the commuter. SH 130 will serve 

the people traveling through central Texas, 

thus reducing traffic on IH-35. 

“There has been 

phenomenal growth in 

northern Travis County and 

southern Williamson County 

in the past ten years,“ Tim 

Weight, P.E., Director of 

Turnpike Construction for the 

Texas Department of Transportation, said. 

Chandler Road retail and medical construction begins 

2005 

In September 2005, most readers did not have access to the 

information of where area toll roads were being built and how 

much they would cost, said John Garrett, founder and publisher 

of Community Impact Newspaper. 

by Cathy Kincaid 

Browse the internet for Round Rock or 

Williamson county Web sites, and the 

biggest news is the recent announcements 

of the commercial and medical 

construction on Chandler Road. 

The positive consequences for Round 

Rock and Pflugerville are both 

immediate and far reaching. 

More than 2,000 jobs will 

be created and the property 

tax and sales tax base will be 

increased. 

With the fall opening of the Round 

Rock Higher Education Center, students, 

visitors and patients will pour into the area 

to add to local business growth. 

“We are preparing for that area to have 

4 - 7 million visitors per year,” Jim Nuse, 

Round Rock city manager said. 

“More importantly, many local businesses along these roads 

weren’t even sure where the entrance and exit ramps were going 

to be, which is a very important concern for local business 

access,” Garrett said. 

Garrett said he went to the toll road office off Wells Branch 

Parkway and drew every entrance and exit ramp by hand based 

off of a huge wall map in the engineering department. 

“This was before we could easily pull up satellite images on our 

phone, so we had to buy the rights to a large satellite image and 

then on our old Mac Mini we had to hand-place every arrow 

over the map,” he said. “It took all night for our original graphic 

designer, Patty Smith, and I to place all of these arrows.” 

Garrett said the readers loved it and expressed through emails, 

phone calls and in person how much they appreciated this 

information. 

“This map put Community Impact Newspaper on the map for 

local news for our readers,” he said. 

Medical Mile 

Scott & White Hospital 

What it is: Three entities; hospital, clinic, and 

diagnostic imaging center 

Projected opening: Phase 1, Fall, 2006 

Projected Jobs: 480 initially; eventually 

$22 million total in salaries from jobs created 

Seton Williamson Medical Center 

What it is: 180-bed hospital, medical center 

Projected opening: Summer-Fall, 2007 

Projected Jobs: 700 jobs in the first year 

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PULL-OUT 

AERIAL MAP 

OF TOLLWAYS 

PAGES 8-9 

Round Rock Premium Outlets 

Announced July 28 as an upscale, 

outdoor village-style outlet center, the 

Round Rock Premium Outlets expect to 

open by next January. 

As a destination retail outlet, local 

businesses can look forward 

to added retail markets while 

bargain hunters can anticipate 

nearby, easy-access shopping. 

“We look forward to being 

a part of the growth in Round 

Rock,” Michele Rothstein, Senior Vice 

President for Marketing, Chelsea Property 

Group Shoppers said. “Shoppers who love 

designer labels and name-brands and enjoy 

getting a great deal should love our new 

center.” 

IKEA 

Shopper’s Delight 

I-35 

What it is: Swedish retailer leading in home 

furnishings 

Projected opening: Spring, 2007 

Projected Jobs: 250-300 co-workers will join 

the IKEA family when the store opens 


SIMON NORTH 

What it is: 120 outlet stores offering everyday 

savings of 25-65 percent 

Projected opening: Summer-Fall 2007 

Projected Jobs: 1000 permanent jobs 

Construction continues on the connector between SH 45N and IH-35. 


BARSHOP/HEB 

THEN 

TERAVISTA 

AROUND TAKE A TRIAL RUN RUN A RISK RUN WILD AT 

2005 

The second front-page story of 

Community Impact Newspaper’s 

first edition was about the retail and 

health care destinations that were 

coming to Chandler Road, what is now 

University Boulevard. 

In September 2005, Simon Property 

Group had announced its intention 

to build the Round Rock Premium 

Outlets just two months before. In 

August 2005 Swedish retailer IKEA 

announced its plans to build a location 

across the street from the outlets. 

Now: Tollways have increased regional 

transportation options, economic viability 

Also at the time, Scott & White 

Hospital-Round Rock and Seton 

Medical Center Williamson were more 

than a year away from completion. 

Community Impact Newspaper wrote, 

“The positive consequences for 

Round Rock and Pflugerville are both 

immediate and far reaching. More 

than 2,000 jobs will be created and the 

property tax and sales tax base will be 

increased.” 


The Texas Department of Transportation held ribbon cuttings 

for Loop 1, SH 45 N and SH 130 segments 1 and 2 in December 

2006. Round Rock Mayor Alan McGraw said in 2015 they have 

made regional mobility much more viable in the area. 

“One of the biggest transportation issues we have is a regional 

transportation system,” McGraw said. “The tolls have done 

a fantastic job in making [regional transportation] in many 

cases easier. For example, I can get to the airport faster here [in 

Round Rock] than many people in West Austin.” 

Pflugerville Mayor Jeff Coleman said the toll roads 

“fundamentally” changed the city. 

“[SH 130 and SH 45 N] opened a retail shopping sector for 

us that didn’t exist prior to the tolls being built,” Coleman 

said. “Which is now the economic engine driving our 

commercial sector.” 

McGraw said the toll roads have helped economic 

development in Round Rock. 

“Take a company like Emerson that [has] thousands of 

visitors, and tell them how easy it is to get to and from 

the airport,” McGraw said. “That’s a big economic selling 

point.” 

WANT A GOOD RUN FOR YOUR MONEY? RUN ERRANDS RUN ALONG RUN 

CHANDLER ROAD 

Photo by Patty Smith 

ROUND ROCK 

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THEN 

If disaster strikes 

City officials explain disaster 

management plans 

BY JULIA KENNEDY JAYES AND JULIE TERESHCHUK 

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita brought 

the issue of disaster preparedness to the 

forefront of our minds in an unprecedented 

way. 

“Just as the 9/11 terrorist attacks taught 

us to consider dangers outside the realm 

of natural catastrophes,” Pflugerville Police 

Chief, Charles Hooker said, “Hurricane 

Katrina showed us that we may not be as 

prepared to deal with nature’s wrath as we 

once believed”. 

It begs the question: What is my 

community doing to safeguard me and my 

family during a crisis? 

Round Rock’s Emergency Preparations 

“Preparation, public information, and 

practice are the keys to emergency 

management,” Round Rock City Manager 

Jim Nuse said. 

“Round Rock is prepared 

to be the primary 

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o another. 

The CTTP consists of three roadways: 

State Highway 45 North, Loop 1 North, 

and State Highway 130, all of which will 

be tollways. 

Chandler Road retail an 

by Cathy Kincaid 

Browse the internet for Round Rock or Round Rock Premium Outlets 

Williamson county Web sites, and the Announced July 28 as an u 

biggest news is the recent announcements outdoor village-style outlet cente 

of the commercial and medical Round Rock Premium Outlets exp 

construction on Chandler Road. 

open by next January. 

The positive consequences for Round As a destination retail outlet, 

Rock and Pflugerville are both 

businesses can look for 

immediate and far reaching. 

to added retail markets w 

More than 2,000 jobs will 

bargain hunters can antici 

be created and the property 

nearby, easy-access shoppin 

tax and sales tax base will be 

“We look forward to be 

increased. 

a part of the growth in Rou 

With the fall opening of the Round Rock,” Michele Rothstein, Senior V 

Rock Higher Education Center, students, President for Marketing, Chelsea Proper 

visitors and patients will pour into the area Group Shoppers said. “Shoppers who lov 

to add to local business growth. 

designer labels and name-brands and enjo 

“We are preparing for that area to have getting a great deal should love our new 

4 - 7 million visitors per year,” Jim Nuse, center.” 

Round Rock city manager said. 

Medical Mile 

Scott & White Hospital 

What it is: Three entities; hospital, clinic, and 

diagnostic imaging center 

Projected opening: Phase 1, Fall, 2006 

Projected Jobs: 480 initially; eventually 

$22 million total in salaries from jobs created 

Seton Williamson Medical Center 

What it is: 180-bed hospital, medical center 

Projected opening: Summer-Fall, 2007 

Projected Jobs: 700 jobs in the first year 

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BY MANDY HOBBY 

A $47.5 million water supply reservoir, 

the largest capital improvement project 

undertaken by Pflugerville, will be 

completed in the next 3-5 months, 

according to HDR Engineering, Inc. 

Lake Pflugerville 

The reservoir will also serve as a 

recreational lake and is located at the 

intersection of Pfluger Lane and Weiss 

Lane off FM 685 two miles east of 

e about 36 feet deep 

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amenities that include a 3.5 mile-long 

granite hike and bike trail, docks, a possible 

beach area, swimming and fishing. 

Because of the relatively shallow waters, 

motorboats will not be allowed, but paddle 

boats, sailboats, kayaks, and batteryoperated 

trolling motors will. 

Texas Parks and 

Wildlife will stock 

over 19,000 channel 

fish, sunfish and 

white crappie next 

spring. 

“We already added large mouth bass 

in the water because of accumulated 

rainwater,” Steve Magnelia, TP&W district 

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Shopper’s Delight 

What it is: Swedish retailer leading in home 

furnishings 

Projected opening: Spring, 2007 

Projected Jobs: 250-300 co-workers will join 

the IKEA family when the store opens 


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What it is: 120 outlet stores offering everyday 

savings of 25-65 percent 

Projected opening: Summer-Fall 2007 

Projected Jobs: 1000 permanent jobs 

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Since 2005, the Central Texas population has seen dramatic 

increases, and Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto have 

been at the forefront of that growth. This graph shows the 

three citie’s growth in the past 10 years. 

2005 

Source: U.S. Census Bureau/Community Impact Newspaper 

Not only have IKEA, Round Rock Premium 

Outlets and the two hospitals opened on the 

corridor, but in more recent years multiple 

shopping centers, an H-E-B and a Bass Pro Shops 

& Outdoor World have all also opened along the 

corridor. 

“All I can say is wow,” McGraw said. “We knew 

[University Boulevard] had possibilities. But if 

you look up and down University, what’s there 

now wasn’t there 10 years ago. It has exceeded 

everyone’s wildest expectations.” 

McGraw said the destination retail has had a 

“huge” economic impact on the city. 

“On the downside it would not be accurate to say 

[development] hasn’t had a transportation impact,” 

McGraw said. “Which is why we’re spending 

millions to improve [the corridor] and the state has 

been spending millions to improve it.” 

Courtesy city of Pflugerville 

Lake Pflugerville was built in part to help address the city’s 

growing water needs. 


It’s been 10 years since we began this journey 

in the game room of our home. People ask 

us all the time now how we started and why 

we started this newspaper. Truth is, there is 

no way we could have ever imagined back 

then we would be all over Texas and have 150 amazing 

employees making our original mission happen. 

We say "original" because although we didn't start with 

the official mission statement we have today, we still 

valued the same mission from day one: We believe that 

everyone deserves to know what is happening in their 

own backyards, and we believe that people love local 

businesses and want to know more about them. 

BER 2005 

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le could fish right 

ugerville’s Pfuture, 

organization known 

nstall six grounded 

oney raised from the 

lle Pundt, grant writer 

rville, received private 

three neighborhoods: 

hawk, Creekside, and 

ll as $20,000 from the 

munity Development 

The city has plans to widen a section of University 

Boulevard between Sunrise Road and I-35 in 

2016. 

Furthermore, the Texas Department of 

Transportation is working on a diverging 

diamond interchange at the intersection of 

University Boulevard and I-35 set to be completed 

this fall. TxDOT states traffic will flow off the 

interchange in a more controlled manner than a 

typical intersection. 

2005 

In the second edition of Community Impact 

Newspaper, the front-page article reported on the 

incomplete Lake Pflugerville and its intended 

effects on the area once built. 

The article discussed how the city of Pflugerville 

intended to turn the area into a recreational 

jogging, fishing and boating destination. The 

article also examined the city’s intention to turn 

the lake into a reservoir to help address the city’s 

growing need for water. 


Pflugerville officials said the city would have felt the effects 

of the recent drought more without Lake Pflugerville. 

Now: Lake Pflugerville essential part of 

local water supply 


Coleman said the city leaders who decided to build Lake 

Pflugerville were “visionary.” 

“In our most recent drought, if we had not had Lake 

Pflugerville, the effect our citizens would have felt would 

have been much worse,” he said. 

Coleman said the lake has succeeded as a recreational 

amenity as well. 

“With the addition of the beach people who just 

want to be around a body of water can come to Lake 

Pflugerville,” he said. “It has been a wonderful addition 

to the community.” 

So from September 2005 until today, we have been 

covering city council meetings, finding new businesses 

to tell you about, helping businesses with advertising 

and doing it together as a staff filled with passion. 

Although we are not sure what the next 10 years will 

bring, our desire is to be able to continue to grow our 

company. This month we take a much-needed pause 

to say thank you. Thank you to our loyal readers, 

our amazing advertisers, our incredible staff (past 

and present), and our families who have supported us 

through the years. We are also thankful to God—who 

through the good, bad and ugly—reminds us through 

His faithfulness that we matter, and the people around 

us matter to Him. 

Thank you for welcoming us into your home. We hope 

that our work is a blessing to you and the communities 

we serve. 

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SPANISH AND 

ENGLISH 

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LANGUAGE IMMERSION 

STUDENTS ESTUDIANTES 

SPANISH 

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SPANISH SPEAKERS 

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I want my child to have the benefits,’ 

so there is a lot of interest and in some 

places a lot of pressure for [school districts] 

to offer these programs,” Kennedy 

said. 

Since 2011 the number of Austin 

ISD schools offering two-way dual-language 

programs has quadrupled from 

four to 16, and the model is expanding 

in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto 

ISDs as well. 

Not all bilingual education programs 

are created equal. Although Texas 

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instruction for non-native 

speakers, some districts turn the 

mandated programs into a chance 

for English speakers to acquire a 

second language as well. 

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Texas Spanish Academy teacher Yiliam 

Hidalgo Suarez reads from a Spanish-language 

book in the Round Rock academy’s 

young toddler program. 

Demand for dual language 

Hutto ISD is entering the second year 

of its Spanish/English two-way dual language 

program and is planning to phase 

out the one-way program at both of its 

bilingual elementary schools by 2018, 

said Elva Torres, director of federal and 

bilingual programs at Hutto ISD. 

“The two-way dual-language program 

is by far the best model we can offer our 

children,” Torres said. “This is a trend in 

the area. What we’ve seen is we have a 

number of students and parents in the 

community who are interested.” 

Bridget Wall of Hutto said she enrolled 

her daughter in HISD’s dual language 

program last year partly because the 

prevalence of the language at her husband’s 

job affirmed the social and economic 

benefits of bilingualism. 

“To be honest, living in Texas I really 

felt like it would be an asset for her to 

have a second language, especially Spanish,” 

Wall said. “My mom [who was a 

native Spanish-speaker] never forced 

me to pursue it and honestly I wish I 

would have. I just thought, ‘What an 

amazing gift to be able to speak a different 

language.’” 

Maria Arreguin-Anderson, 

president of advocacy organization 

Texas Association 

for Bilingual Education, said 

parents have been some of 

the strongest advocates for 

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two-way dual-language 

classes and have been 

instrumental in establishing 

programs in 

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“We have seen an 

increase in the number 

of parents from non-Spanish-speaking 

populations 

who now want their children 

to not only become 

bilingual but biliterate 

because they are looking at 

the future, not only of their 

children, but the future of 

the country,” she said. 

Teacher shortage 

Because of the state’s 

mandated bilingual services 

for students who are 

not proficient in English, 

bilingual teachers are in high demand in 

Texas, Kennedy said. 

Many school districts recruit teachers 

from countries such as Mexico or Spain 

to fill the gap or rely on alternative certification 

programs that can fast-track 

teacher training, she said. 

In 2013, RRISD was unable to fill 

dual-language teacher positions at two 

of its elementary schools and, as a result, 

began a bilingual teacher recruitment 

program, according to school district 

documents. The school system was able 

to fill all positions in 2014, according to 

the documents. 

Torres said HISD dealt with similar 

teacher recruitment and retention challenges, 

so the district approved a $5,000 

stipend for dual-language teachers last 

year. RRISD and PfISD also offer stipends 

for bilingual teachers. 

In 2011, PfISD launched its own bilingual 

educator certification program to 

recruit and train bilingual instructors 

in-house, said Kennedy, who formerly 

worked for PfISD and helped create the 

program. 

Even with a district-based certification 

program, recruiting quality 

international bilingual teachers can be 

challenging because foreign education 

programs, and regulations may not correspond 

to American standards, Kennedy 

said. 

“These are highly educated people 

from around the world, but there are 

huge challenges because they need to 

acquire a Texas teaching certification, 

which is not easy in many cases,” she 

said. 

Starting young 

Although area school districts offer 

dual-language programs starting in 

pre-K, Diaz said children as young as 1 

or 2 years old can begin acquiring a second 

language. Diaz said she knows the 

bilingual model at her new preschool 

will work because she has seen children 

in traditional day care settings pick up 

words and phrases from bilingual staff 

or other children. 

“[The toddlers] definitely learn from 

the older ones. They’re trying to imitate 

what they’re saying, and they will ask the 

teacher, ‘What is he saying?’” Diaz said. 

“I think it’s a great way to teach.” 

In Round Rock, Texas Spanish Academy 

is one of the few Spanish immersion 

child care and preschool centers, 

but director Edina Morrison said she 

has seen an increased interest in starting 

language immersion at a younger age. 

Although Texas Spanish Academy is 

a one-way immersion program, geared 

toward native English speakers, Morrison 

said the center gives a head start 

to children entering RRISD’s two-way 

immersion classes. At the academy, 

staff members speak only in Spanish as 

they care for and teach children ranging 

in age from infants to preschool, 

Morrison said. 

“We wanted our students to be able to 

feed into a strong and established dual 

-language program,” she said. “So our 

students, when they finish here, they 

leave as bilingual students.” 

Diaz said that given the demographics 

of the Austin metropolitan area and the 

trend in dual-language immersion programs, 

bilingual day cares and early education 

centers will increase in popularity. 

“I think the trend will be that most 

centers will become fully bilingual at 

some point,” she said. 

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Area school districts raise teacher 

pay, morale to increase retention 

Austin-area salaries lower than in other Texas metros 


The percentage of Austin-area 

educators who move to a different 

school or leave the profession after a 

year of teaching is on par with the state 

average at about 16 percent, but some 

school districts want to lower that 

number. 

In Round Rock, Pflugerville and 

Hutto, districts are focusing on 

competitive salaries and supportive 

work environments as ways to reduce 

teacher turnover. 

Salary discrepancies 

The average teacher salary in the 

Greater Austin area is about $48,300— 

the ninth highest in the state’s 20 

education districts, according to the 

Texas Education Agency. But August 

Plock, president of the Pflugerville 

Educators Association, said it is still 

easy for Austin-area teachers to be 

enticed by higher-paying school systems 

throughout the state and transfer 

out of Central Texas. 

“[Other metropolitan areas] start 

their teachers at $50,000, and here in 

Central Texas it’s about $44,000 and 

we’re losing teachers to these other 

areas,” he said. “We call it the ‘CenTex 

discount’ because school districts rely 

on the fact that people want to live in 

the Austin area.” 

Being an educator is hard, said Jennifer 

Canaday, governmental relations 

manager for the Association of Texas 

Professional Educators. Lack of support 

and perceived deficiencies in training 

or compensation can be stressors— 

especially for new teachers—and lead 

to low retention rates, she said. 

“Turnover is definitely a problem,” 

Canaday said. “There is a much higher 

turnover in teaching than in other 

professions.” 

With the cost of living rising in the 

Austin area, local salaries may not 

stretch as far, and Canaday said higher 

entry-level salaries in other industries 

could pull college students away from 

the education field. 

“Most teachers will tell you they 

didn’t enter the profession for the 

money; however the money is important,” 

she said. 

Staying competitive 

The Round Rock, Pflugerville and 

Hutto ISDs all approved a 2 percent 

salary increase this year in addition to 

similar raises last year, according to 

school district officials. 

“We want to keep our talent, and we 

want to grow our talent from within,” 

Round Rock ISD spokesperson Corey 

Ryan said. “Our board very seriously 

evaluates salary schedules and looks at 

things like cost of living. We’ve always 

been very competitive against our peer 

districts in the state.” 

In a 2015 Texas Association of School 

Boards survey, 66 percent of Hutto ISD 

teachers who responded to the survey 

said their pay was fair, and 78 percent 

thought it was competitive with other 

districts. The satisfaction in both areas 

increased from 2013 by 39 percent and 

42 percent, respectively, according to 

survey results. 

Lisa Patterson, HISD Assistant 

Superintendent of Human Resources, 

said the school system has been 

Average Texas 

teacher salaries 

$52,000 and up 

$49,000 - $51,999 

$46,000 - $48,999 

$43,000 - $45,999 

Greater Austin-area teacher 

salaries average $48,341— 

slightly lower than the state 

average of $50,715. 

But some education advocates say compensation 

discrepancies may be drawing teachers away 

from Central Texas or from the education industry 

entirely. This graphic reflects average salaries from 

the 2014-15 school year. 

increasing retention efforts and used 

results from previous TASB surveys to 

determine how best to support teaching 

staff. 

“I would attribute those positive 

results to the fact that the district took 

a hard look at what we were paying in 

comparison to some of our competitors,” 

she said. “We made some moves 

and strides in some of those areas 

based on market data.” 

For the 2013-14 school year—the 

most recent data available—HISD’s 

turnover rate was 22.8 percent, PfISD’s 

turnover rate was 17.6 percent and 

RRISD’s rate was 12.6 percent, according 

to the Texas Education Agency. 

“[PfISD] has given teachers a 5 percent 

raise over the past two years, and 

has covered the increase in insurance 

premiums for employee insurance,” 

said Rhonda McWilliams, PfISD 

human resources executive director, in 

a statement. “The stipend for bilingualcertified 

teachers has also increased for 

2015-16.” 

Retention not just about money 

When it comes to teacher retention, 

training and work environment are 

crucial, Canaday said. Turnover rates 

are particularly high among new teachers, 

which may indicate inadequate 

preparation and support, she said. 

Patterson said the tight-knit community 

in Hutto and HISD is a large 

Austin Metro Area 

$48,341 

Round Rock ISD: $50,459 

($44,503 starting salary as of 2013) 

Pflugerville ISD: $48,472 


Hutto ISD: $47,789 


San Antonio 

Metro Area 

$52,066 

Source: Texas Education Agency/Community Impact Newspaper 

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for the money; however 

the money is 

important.” 

—Jennifer Canaday, governmental 

relations manager for the Association of 

Texas Professional Educators 

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there. In the TASB survey, nearly all 

respondents said they were proud to 

work for HISD, liked the work they did 

and felt good about what they accomplished. 

Ryan said Round Rock’s amenities 

and the ISD’s reputation help attract 

quality teachers. 

“We really do feel strongly in the 

brand and reputation Round Rock ISD 

has as a leader and as an innovative 

[district],” he said. “We feel this is a 

destination for families and schools.” 

In PfISD the educators association 

and proactive school board both serve 

as a draw for teachers, Plock said. 

Good campus morale and a supportive 

administration can help combat 

turnover, but teachers can still burn 

out, he said. 

Canaday said it is more important 

than ever for communities and officials 

to support their local educators. 

“We definitely have to do something 

to elevate the prestige of the profession,” 

she said. “[Being an educator] is 

not an easy job. Overall, we just need to 

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2015 Education 

Focus 

BRIEFS 


Elementary school expected to alleviate overcrowding 

ROUND ROCK ISD The district broke ground 

on its 34th elementary school during the summer 

and expects to open the new facility in time for 

the 2016-17 school year. 

The location of the new school at 2800 Sauls 

Drive off Bratton Lane will help alleviate overcrowding 

at Wells Branch Elementary School. The 

district already owned the property for the new 

school. 

The layout of the new 118,324-square-foot facility 

will be similar to Elsa England Elementary 

School on Pearson Ranch Road, which opened in 

August 2012, school officials said. 

Round Rock ISD has not yet modified 

its district map to include boundaries 

for the new school; that process 

will begin this fall, officials said. 

The district named Gabrielle Niño 

the school’s first principal. Niño was 

principal of Bluebonnet Elementary 

School in Round Rock for four 

years. Before that she was assistant 

principal at Robertson Elementary 

Chief hired for proposed 

school police department 

HUTTO ISD The district 

announced the hiring of Rick 

Stone, the school district’s first 

police chief, on Aug. 19. 

The proposed Hutto ISD 

Police Department, approved 

by the school board in May, is Rick Stone 

scheduled to include four officers 

in addition to the chief and be operational by the 

2016-17 school year, according to district officials. 

Currently HISD school resource officers are supplied 

by the city of Hutto. 

“[The position] is an opportunity that very 

few police chiefs have during their careers: 

to design, build, staff and command a law 

enforcement agency from its inception,” Stone 

said in a statement. 

Meetings 

Courtesy Round Rock ISD 

School, summer school principal at Union Hill 

Elementary School and a teacher at Cactus Ranch 

Elementary School. 

“I am honored by the district’s request and look 

forward to my continued service to the community 

as well as the challenges ahead,” Niño said in 

a news release. 

Superintendent Steve Flores said Niño will 

bring a wealth of experience to the community. 

Voters approved funding for the new elementary 

school in May 2014, and the project is 

estimated to cost $36.7 million. 

Round Rock ISD board of trustees and community members break ground 

on the new elementary school. 

District continues with 

grading policy evaluation 

PFLUGERVILLE ISD The board of trustees 

sent a grading policy back to committee after 

several Pflugerville ISD teachers spoke to the 

board Aug. 20 saying proposed revisions would 

allow broad criteria for students to retake tests 

and take advantage of the policy. 

“Kids will play the grade game and wait until 

a test is given and retake the test,” said Karen 

Hensc, a Pflugerville High School social studies 

teacher. “The kids deserve a level playing field.” 

PfISD board members also expressed concern 

about the proposed changes. 

Superintendent Alex Torrez said the committee 

in charge of the policy changes made 

significant progress on the document, and the 

committee needed to work on the section about 

test retakes. 

Compiled by Kara Nuzback, Emilie Shaughnessy and Scott Thomas 

Round Rock ISD Year in Review 

• In November the Round Rock ISD board of trustees 

swore in newly elected trustees Suzi David, Place 5, 

and Nikki Gonzalez, Place 1. 

• The board of trustees unanimously adopted a $374 

million budget for the 2015-16 school year—a $12.7 

million increase in revenue from the prior year’s budget. 

Revenue increases are largely due to $9 million in additional 

funding from the state and an increase in tax revenue 

from properties in the district, according to Randy 

Staats, the district’s chief financial officer. RRISD had 

an increase of more than 650 students in the 2015-16 

year, Staats said. 

• The board of trustees adopted a Freeport Tax exemption 

in June. Before the exemption, RRISD applied the tax to 

companies with inventory that was brought into Texas 

for manufacturing and exported out of the state within 

175 days. The board and the Round Rock Chamber of 

Commerce said they expect the exemption to draw more 

manufacturers into the city and boost the local economy. 

Pflugerville ISD Year in Review 

• Dearing Elementary School opened in August 2014. 

Located at 4301 Gattis School Road, the school was 

built to accommodate population growth on Pflugerville’s 

northeast side. Its first year’s enrollment was 550 

students. 

• In October 2014, Pflugerville ISD announced the 

location of High School No. 4 on Weiss Lane between 

Pflugerville Parkway and Pecan Street. Two weeks 

later, Pflugerville residents approved a bond to significantly 

repair portions of Weiss. 

• In May, Pflugerville and Hendrickson high schools were 

named among nation’s best high schools by U.S. News 

& World Report. Pflugerville High School was ranked 

at 1,612 and Hendrickson was ranked at 1,788 among 

6,517 high schools nationally. 

Hutto ISD Year in Review 

• In April the school district began construction on its 

sixth elementary school, Norman Elementary School. 

The 92,000-square foot facility will be located in the 

Riverwalk Community in Hutto. 

• In May, Hutto ISD approved a high school equivalency 

program. The program will provide an alternative for 

students at risk of dropping out of high school. 

• In June, HISD Superintendent Douglas Killian was 

named the Region 13 Superintendent of the Year by the 

Texas Association of School Boards. Killian was hired 

in 2010 and was named the Greater Austin Chamber of 

Commerce 2014 Superintendent of the Year. 

Tweetings 

Hutto ISD board of trustees 

Meets second Thursday at 7 p.m. 

200 College St., Hutto 

512-759-3771. www.hutto.txed.net 

Pflugerville ISD board of trustees 

Meets third Thursday at 7 p.m. 

1401 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville 

512-594-0000. www.pflugervilleisd.net 

Round Rock ISD board of trustees 

Meets third Thursday at 7 p.m. 

300 Lake Creek Drive, Round Rock 

512-464-5090. www.roundrockisd.org 

Austin Community College board of trustees 

Meets first Monday at 6 p.m. 

5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin 

512-223-7613. www.austincc.edu 

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Focus 

ROUND ROCK ISD 


Elementary 

schools 

2014-15 accountability 

rating 

2014-15 enrollment 

2014-15 economically 

disadvantaged 

Reading 

2014-15 STAAR passing results by grade* 

3rd 4th 5th 

Math 

Reading 

Math 

Writing 

Reading 

Math 

Science 

Feeder 

schools 

1 Anderson Mill MS 474 55.9% 72% NSE 69% NSE 67% 84% NSE 77% 39 

2 Berkman MS 499 79.4% 63% NSE 57% NSE 43% 70% NSE 50% 35 

3 Blackland Prairie MS 855 9.4% 93% NSE 91% NSE 89% 99% NSE 91% 42 

4 Bluebonnet MS 579 78.8% 80% NSE 67% NSE 62% 69% NSE 64% 37 

5 Brushy Creek MS 790 20.6% 91% NSE 92% NSE 92% 96% NSE 93% 36, 43 

6 Cactus Ranch MS 1,071 2.5% 97% NSE 97% NSE 97% 98% NSE 97% 43 

7 Caldwell Heights MS 646 45.7% 85% NSE 83% NSE 71% 84% NSE 79% 40, 41 

8 Callison MS 862 58.5% 74% NSE 73% NSE 69% 72% NSE 65% 35 

9 Canyon Creek MS 436 2.3% 100% NSE 99% NSE 99% 100% NSE 100% 39 

10 Caraway MS 714 11.5% 94% NSE 94% NSE 86% 93% NSE 90% 34 

District and school targets 

Results from the 2014-15 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, 

tests were released this summer. 

Community Impact Newspaper publishes STAAR results by campus and by district. The 

following charts show how students performed on the annual exams as well as district 

information such as enrollment numbers and feeder school patterns. 

In August districts and campuses received ratings of Met Standard, Met Alternative 

Standard or Improvement Required based on STAAR and end-of-course exam results from 

the 2014-15 school year and other indicators. 

Accountability ratings 

In the performance index accountability system, first implemented in 2012-13, ratings are as follows: 

Met Standard (MS): met performance targets 

Met Alternative Standard (MAS): met performance targets for charter operators and alternative education 

campuses 

Improvement Required (IR): did not meet one or more performance targets 

2014-15 Round Rock ISD accountability rating MS 

11 Chandler Oaks MS 544 9.6% 93% NSE 87% NSE 77% 100% NSE 92% 43 

12 Deep Wood MS 406 30.1% 86% NSE 85% NSE 84% 90% NSE 87% 37 

13 Double File Trail MS 664 36.1% 80% NSE 80% NSE 72% 92% NSE 80% 40 

14 England MS 803 6.2% 96% NSE 96% NSE 93% 96% NSE 95% 36 

15 Fern Bluff MS 679 7.7% 95% NSE 96% NSE 93% 96% NSE 96% 37 

16 Forest Creek MS 834 10.4% 95% NSE 93% NSE 89% 93% NSE 89% 42 

17 Forest North MS 411 42.3% 75% NSE 81% NSE 63% 83% NSE 76% 38 

18 Gattis MS 791 39.2% 84% NSE 88% NSE 68% 88% NSE 89% 42 

19 Great Oaks MS 722 8.9% 95% NSE 93% NSE 92% 95% NSE 92% 36 

20 Herrington MS 847 28.9% 94% NSE 95% NSE 91% 92% NSE 94% 40, 41 

21 Jollyville MS 486 35.8% 75% NSE 74% NSE 70% 86% NSE 89% 34, 38 

22 Laurel Mountain MS 778 3.5% 99% NSE 97% NSE 97% 98% NSE 99% 34 

23 Live Oak MS 540 38.9% 83% NSE 86% NSE 76% 89% NSE 88% 38 

24 Old Town MS 736 16.9% 90% NSE 83% NSE 82% 89% NSE 85% 43 

25 Pond Springs MS 656 26.8% 84% NSE 82% NSE 77% 90% NSE 89% 38 

26 Purple Sage MS 320 36.9% 87% NSE 84% NSE 50% 89% NSE 77% 39 

27 Robertson MS 507 71% 74% NSE 65% NSE 55% 78% NSE 74% 40 

28 Sommer MS 992 2% 96% NSE 97% NSE 97% 99% NSE 97% 36, 43 

29 Spicewood MS 795 5% 96% NSE 98% NSE 98% 95% NSE 91% 34 

30 Teravista MS 881 15.2% 81% NSE 86% NSE 80% 95% NSE 90% 40, 41 

31 Union Hill MS 853 66.1% 75% NSE 80% NSE 69% 74% NSE 73% 40, 41 

32 Voigt MS 578 79.4% 72% NSE 65% NSE 53% 66% NSE 65% 35 

33 Wells Branch MS 938 52.9% 75% NSE 72% NSE 65% 89% NSE 75% 37, 38 

High schools 


rating 



disadvantaged 

2014-15 STAAR passing results by subject 

End-of-course—all students 

44 Cedar Ridge MS 2,718 27.1% 78% 94% 76% 76% 95% 

45 McNeil MS 2,546 21.3% 88% 98% 87% 83% 97% 

46 Round Rock MS 2,972 14.3% 91% 99% 89% 86% 97% 

Algebra I 

Biology 

English I 

English II 

U.S. history 

2014-15 statistics 

State District 

Economically disadvantaged 58.7% 26.73% 

English Language Learners (ELL) 18.1% 8.74% 

Average annual salary of teachers $50,715 $50,459 

Average starting salary of teachers** $43,480 $44,503 

**Data is from 2013-14 school year. Data for 2014-15 will be available this fall. 

District results by grade 

2014-15 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) passing results* 

Grade 3 Reading 88% Math NSE 






End of course, 

all grades 

English I: 82%, English II: 81%, algebra I: 91%, biology: 97%, U.S. history: 96% 

Middle schools 


rating 



disadvantaged 

Reading 


6th 7th 8th 

34 Canyon Vista MS 1,377 12.4% 95% NSE 95% NSE 95% 97% NSE 97% 95% 48 

Math 

Reading 

Math 

Writing 

Reading 

Math 

Science 

Social 

studies 

Feeder 

schools 

35 C.D. Fulkes MS 757 70.5% 73% NSE 75% NSE 69% 75% NSE 66% 69% 44,47 

36 Cedar Valley MS 1,314 8.8% 94% NSE 94% NSE 94% 96% NSE 93% 96% 45, 46 

37 Chisholm Trail MS 1,069 34.3% 87% NSE 86% NSE 84% 88% NSE 88% 80% 45, 46 

38 Deerpark MS 935 36% 87% NSE 85% NSE 87% 86% NSE 81% 80% 45 

39 Grisham MS 658 23.7% 85% NSE 88% NSE 89% 93% NSE 90% 81% 45, 48 

40 Hernandez MS 831 59.6% 69% NSE 67% NSE 57% 79% NSE 71% 70% 47 

41 Hopewell MS 967 36.5% 91% NSE 79% NSE 81% 87% NSE 80% 75% 47 

42 Ridgeview MS 1,374 17.7% 90% NSE 92% NSE 93% 92% NSE 86% 87% 44 

43 Walsh MS 1,460 9.1% 95% NSE 97% NSE 96% 97% NSE 96% 95% 46, 47 

47 Stony Point MS 2,463 40% 83% 95% 72% 75% 95% 

48 Westwood MS 2,731 12% 92% 99% 93% 92% 99% 

Sources: Texas Education Agency, Pearson Education Inc., 

Round Rock ISD/Community Impact Newspaper 

*Test results are all from the English version, first administrations of the 

spring 2015 STAAR and end-of-course exams. Results listed as NSE were 

not available as of press time; visit communityimpact.com for updates.



2015-16 Round Rock ISD feeder pattern 

2014-15 Round Rock ISD total students 47,251 

44 Cedar Ridge 

47 Stony Point 

46 Round Rock 

45 McNeil 

48 Westwood 

HIGH SCHOOLS 

MIDDLE SCHOOLS 

42 Ridgeview 35 C.D. Fulkes 40 Hernandez 41 Hopewell 43 Walsh 37 Chisholm Trail 36 Cedar Valley 38 Deerpark 39 Grisham 34 Canyon Vista 

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS 

21 

Jollyville 

2 

Berkman 

6 

Cactus Ranch 

33 

Wells Branch 

14 

England 

8 

32 

Callison 

Voigt 

11 

24 

Chandler Oaks 

Old Town 

4 

12 

Bluebonnet 

Deep Wood 

19 

Great Oaks 

1 

9 

26 

Anderson Mill 

Canyon Creek 

Purple Sage 

7 

Caldwell Heights 

15 

Fern Bluff 

3 

Blackland Prairie 

13 

Robertson 

20 

Herrington 

17 

Forest North 

10 

Caraway 

16 

Forest Creek 

27 

Double File Trail 

30 

Teravista 

5 

Brushy Creek 

23 

Live Oak 

22 

Laurel Mountain 

18 

Gattis 

31 

Union Hill 

28 

Sommer 

25 

Pond Springs 

29 

Spicewood 

2015-16 Round Rock ISD school boundaries 

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOUNDARIES MIDDLE SCHOOL BOUNDARIES HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARIES 

30 

1 

26 

26 

26 

1 

29 

9 

17 

17 

23 

25 

HWY. 183 

HWY. 183 

10 

22 

11 

FM 1431 

FM 1431 

6 24 

RR 620 

RR 620 

FM 3406 

24 

5 15 

28 

14 19 

12 

21 

33 

TOLL 1 

TOLL 1 

I-35 

IH 3 5 

4 

7 

2 

32 

20 

31 

FM 3406 

27 

HWY. 79 

8 

13 

TOLL 45 

TOLL 45 

8 

33 

20 

HWY. 79 

3 16 

18 

39 

34 

38 

HWY. 183 

HWY. 183 

36 

43 

FM 1431 

FM 1431 

RR 620 

RR 620 

FM 3406 

37 

TOLL 1 

TOLL 1 

I-35 

IH 3 5 

41 

FM 3406 

40 

HWY. 79 

TOLL 45 

TOLL 45 

HWY. 79 

35 42 

48 

HWY. 183 

HWY. 183 

45 

FM 1431 

FM 1431 

RR 620 

RR 620 

FM 3406 

46 

TOLL 1 

TOLL 1 

I-35 

IH 3 5 

FM 3406 

47 

44 

HWY. 79 

TOLL 45 

TOLL 45 

HWY. 79 

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SCHOOLS IN 

Round Rock ISD, 

VISIT WWW.ROUNDROCKISD.ORG.

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Focus 

PFLUGERVILLE ISD 


Elementary 

schools 


rating 



disadvantaged 

Reading 


3rd 4th 5th 

1 Brookhollow MS 512 51.9% 82% NSE 74% NSE 65% 85% NSE 56% 22 

Math 

Feeder 

schools 

2 Caldwell MS 667 49.9% 80% NSE 77% NSE 75% 78% NSE 66% 22, 23 

3 Copperfield MS 481 78.4% 84% NSE 69% NSE 38% 85% NSE 70% 24 

4 Dearing MS 554 53.1% 85% NSE 80% NSE 63% 84% NSE 68% 21 

5 Dessau MS 508 83.1% 63% NSE 65% NSE 46% 70% NSE 56% 19, 20 

6 Highland Park MS 736 46.1% 87% NSE 92% NSE 82% 89% NSE 86% 21, 22 

7 Murchison MS 710 9.6% 91% NSE 92% NSE 85% 94% NSE 88% 21 

8 Northwest MS 562 68% 74% NSE 63% NSE 71% 86% NSE 82% 24 

9 Parmer Lane MS 439 69.8% 80% NSE 89% NSE 73% 94% NSE 74% 24 

10 Pflugerville MS 470 42% 75% NSE 84% NSE 73% 84% NSE 77% 19, 22 

Reading 

Math 

Writing 

Reading 

Math 

Science 


Results from the 2014-15 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or 

STAAR, tests were released this summer. 

Community Impact Newspaper publishes STAAR results by campus and by district. 

The following charts show how students performed on the annual exams as well as 

district information such as enrollment numbers and feeder school patterns. 


Standard or Improvement Required based on STAAR and end-of-course exam results 

from the 2014-15 school year and other indicators. 




Met Alternative Standard (MAS): met performance targets for charter operators and alternative education 

campuses 


2014-15 Pflugerville ISD accountability rating MS 

11 Riojas MS 711 25.4% 87% NSE 85% NSE 79% 88% NSE 75% 19 

12 River Oaks MS 523 78.4% 64% NSE 51% NSE 44% 70% NSE 68% 24 

13 Rowe Lane MS 801 14.1% 96% NSE 91% NSE 90% 93% NSE 86% 19, 21 

14 Ruth Barron MS 729 86.4% 69% NSE 55% NSE 35% 55% NSE 48% 20 

15 Springhill MS 678 69.5% 76% NSE 76% NSE 52% 85% NSE 78% 23 

16 Timmerman MS 459 50.6% 74% NSE 83% NSE 72% 83% NSE 74% 22, 23 

17 Wieland MS 498 66.5% 74% NSE 82% NSE 69% 77% NSE 68% 20 

18 Windermere MS 447 45.2% 76% NSE 79% NSE 60% 83% NSE 72% 22, 23 









rating 



disadvantaged 

Reading 


6th 7th 8th 

19 Cele MS 765 48.1% 85% NSE 84% NSE 75% 85% NSE 81% 76% 25 

Math 

Reading 

Math 

Writing 

Reading 

Math 

Science 

Social 

studies 

Feeder 

schools 

20 Dessau MS 817 81.2% 68% NSE 68% NSE 57% 70% NSE 68% 55% 25, 26 

21 Kelly Lane MS 1,071 25.3% 87% NSE 92% NSE 87% 92% NSE 81% 83% 25 

22 Park Crest MS 940 42% 86% NSE 84% NSE 80% 86% NSE 80% 84% 25, 27 

23 Pflugerville MS 1,031 55.8% 79% NSE 73% NSE 57% 79% NSE 71% 71% 27 

24 Westview MS 863 71.5% 75% NSE 75% NSE 61% 79% NSE 78% 73% 26 


District scores by grade 






High schools 


rating 



disadvantaged 

2014-15 STAAR passing results by subject* 

End-of-course—first time tested students 

25 Hendrickson MS 2,771 36.5% 92% 99% 83% 89% 96% 

Algebra I 

Biology 

English I 

English II 

U.S. history 



End of course, 

all grades 

English I: 73%, English II: 77%, algebra I: 91%, biology: 98%, U.S. history: 94% 

26 John B Connally MS 1,934 65.4% 81% 95% 60% 59% 90% 

27 Pflugerville MS 2,256 43.7% 78% 99% 71% 77% 96% 


Pflugerville ISD/Community Impact Newspaper 



not available as of press time; visit communityimpact.com for updates.

Round Rock | Pflugerville | Hutto Edition 35 

• September 2015 


2015-16 Pflugerville ISD feeder pattern 

2014-15 Pflugerville ISD total students 23,948 

26 John B Connally 

25 Hendrickson 

27 Pflugerville 

HIGH SCHOOLS 


24 Westview 

20 Dessau 

19 Cele 

21 Kelly Lane 

22 Park Crest 

23 Pflugerville 


3 

8 

9 

12 

Copperfield 

Northwest 

Parmer Lane 

River Oaks 

14 

17 

Ruth Barron 

Wieland 

5 

Dessau 

10 

Pflugerville 

11 

Riojas 

13 

Rowe Lane 

4 

Dearing 

6 

Highland Park 

1 

Brookhollow 

2 

16 

18 

Caldwell 

Timmerman 

Windermere 

15 

Spring Hill 

7 

Murchison 

2015-16 Pflugerville ISD school boundaries 

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOUNDARIES 

TOLL 45 

SH 45 N 

4 

6 

13 

IH 35 

I-35 

2 

PFLUGERVILLE 

18 

PKWY. 

15 16 

1 

FM 685 

130 

TOLL 

KELLY LN. 

7 

WEISS LN. 

11 

9 

8 

BR 

WELLS 

PKWY. 

A NCH 

14 

17 

10 

HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARIES 

PARMER LN. 

12 

12 

3 

5 

TOLL 45 

SH 45 N 

MIDDLE SCHOOL BOUNDARIES 

IH 35 

I-35 

BR 

WELLS 

PFLUGERVILLE 

23 

45 45 TO SH L N 

22 

PKWY. 

FM 685 

TOLL 130 

KELLY LN. 

21 

WEISS LN. 

19 

IH 35 

I-35 

BR 

WELLS 

26 

PFLUGERVILLE 

27 

PKWY. 

A NCH 

PKWY. 

FM 685 

TOLL 130 

KELLY LN. 

25 

WEISS LN. 

PARMER LN. 

24 

PKWY. 

A NCH 

20 

PARMER LN. 


Pflugerville ISD, 

VISIT WWW.PFISD.NET.

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Met Alternative Standard (MAS): met performance targets for charter operators and alternative education campuses 


2014-15 Hutto ISD accountability rating MS 

District results by grade 








End of course, all grades English I: 76%, English II: 74%, algebra I: 82%, biology: 95%, U.S. history: 93% 

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1 Cottonwood Creek MS 473 55% 79% NSE 68% NSE 65% 89% NSE 89% 7 

2 Hutto MS 644 38.5% 88% NSE 82% NSE 81% 90% NSE 74% 7 

3 Nadine Johnson MS 687 43.5% 81% NSE 72% NSE 71% 82% NSE 67% 6 

4 Ray MS 770 43.5% 78% NSE 78% NSE 78% 86% NSE 82% 6 

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Results from the 2014-15 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, 

tests were released this summer. 

Community Impact Newspaper publishes STAAR results by campus and by district. The 

following charts show how students performed on the annual exams as well as district 

information such as enrollment numbers and feeder school patterns. 


Standard or Improvement Required based on STAAR and end-of-course exam results 

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6 Farley MS 682 42.4% 85% NSE 84% NSE 76% 85% NSE 73% 64% 8 

7 Hutto MS 708 48.4% 79% NSE 88% NSE 85% 83% NSE 70% 70% 8 

2014-15 STAAR passing results by subject 

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8 Hutto MS 1,666 40.4% 76% 95% 76% 74% 93% 

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U.S. history 

5 Veterans Hill MS 554 66.4% 80% NSE 73% NSE 66% 75% NSE 68% 6, 7 

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2014-15 Hutto ISD total students 6,187 

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CALENDAR 

September 

04 

and 11, 18, 25 

Sunset Music Series 

The live music series features musical 

artists from the Austin area. At the series 

kickoff Sept. 4, the Billy Holt Band 

performs a selection of country songs. 

7-9 p.m. Free. Hutto Co-op Gin building, 

420 Hwy. 79, Hutto. 512-759-4029. 

www.visithutto.com 

05 

Reptile show 

This all-ages show led by 

Austin Reptile Shows features live 

reptiles from throughout the world, 

such as pythons, king snakes, geckos 

and tortoises. During an educational 

presentation, participants are able 

view reptiles up close. A questionand-answer 

segment follows the 

presentation. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Free. 

Pflugerville Public Library, 1008 W. 

Pfluger St., Pflugerville. 

512-990-6375. www.pflugervilletx.gov 

11 

and 12 

Get Outdoors Hutto camp out 

This annual outdoor excursion is a 

chance for Hutto-area residents to 

interact with nature and socialize with 

fellow participants. The overnight 

campout includes opportunities for 

fishing, canoeing, archery, bird-watching 

and games. 5 p.m. (Fri.)-5 p.m. ( Sat.). 

Free. Hutto Lake Park, 805 Estate Drive, 

Hutto. 512-759-4000. www.huttotx.gov 

12 

The Hutto Yoga Room 

launch party 

Hutto’s newest yoga studio invites 

community members to explore the 

Courtesy Austin Reptile Shows 

Courtesy The Hutto Yoga Room 

studio space and partake in free 

yoga, coffee, mimosas and scones. 

Drawings are held every 20 minutes 

and include items such as free yoga 

class passes, an aromatherapy kit, 

essential oils and a lavender eye 

pillow. The first 50 visitors receive 

a free tote bag. 9-11 a.m. Free. The 

Hutto Yoga Room, 101 Taylor St., 

Ste. A-3., Hutto. 

www.thehuttoyogaroom.com 

14 

and 21, 28 

Matter of Balance 

workshop series 

At this event sponsored by Baylor Scott 

& White Health, AGE of Central Texas 

and CaregiverU community members 

concerned about balance, falls and 

injuries can learn to manage fears, 

practice strategies for fall prevention 

and develop plans for active, healthy 

lifestyles. 9-11 a.m. Free, registration 

required. Scott & White Hospital-Round 

Rock, 300 University Blvd., Round Rock. 

512-509-0803. 

www.caregiverucentx.org 

15 

Girl Scouts informational 

meeting 

Area Girl Scouts troop members and 

volunteers lead an informational session 

about the Girl Scouts organization 

and opportunities to get involved 

with the organization. Parents and 

guardians learn which local troops still 

have openings, and school-aged girls 

participate in activities led by older Girl 

Scouts. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Pflugerville 

Public Library, 1008 W. Pfluger St., 

Pflugerville. www.pflugervilletx.gov 

17 

Pour Your Heart Out 

wine tasting 

A benefit for the Pflugerville-based 

women’s charity Restoration 

Blessings, this event includes a silent 

auction, dancing, live music, food 

and wine tasting. Each guest brings 

three identical bottles of wine for 

tasting and scoring, with winners 

receiving a selection of the submitted 

wines. 6:30-9 p.m. $20 (admission), 

$250-$1,000 (sponsorships 

available). Lone Oak Barn, 1810 N. 

CR 122, Round Rock. 512-773-0305. 

www.restorationblessings.com. 

restorationblessings2@gmail.com 

19 

Pfluger Haus Pfun Run 

The family-friendly 5K benefits 

the Pfluger Haus Foundation, an 

Courtesy Lone Oak Barn 

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Hunting and Fishing Day 

The city of Round Rock partners with Kids Outdoor Zone to host a day 

26 of outdoor recreation featuring fishing, archery, kayak lessons, a BB gun 

shooting range and children’s activities. A Sensory Safari trailer on-site includes 

stuffed animal displays and educational materials. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Old Settlers 

Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. 512-292-1113. 

www.kidsoutdoorzone.com 

organization that aims to preserve 

and restore the historic home of 

William Pfluger—the first home built 

in Pflugerville. Registration includes a 

T-shirt. 8:30 a.m.-noon. $10 (children), 

$25 (adults). Lake Pflugerville, 18216 

Weiss Lane, Pflugerville. 512-964-4249. 

www.pflugerhausfoundation.org 

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and 27 

St. Elizabeth Fiesta and 

pre-fiesta barbecue 

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic 

Church in Pflugerville hosts its annual 

community fiesta with food, games 

and live entertainment. The event also 

features a silent auction, live auction and 

raffle drawing. The church’s pre-fiesta 

barbecue and bingo night is held a week 

before the festival and includes pulledpork 

sandwiches and sides for $5 or $7. 

6 p.m. (pre-fiesta Sept. 19), 10:30 a.m.-6 

p.m. (fiesta Sept. 27). Free. St. Elizabeth 

of Hungary Catholic Church, 1520 N. 

Railroad Ave., Pflugerville. 

512-251-9838. www.stelizabethpf.org 

19 

Police department 

open house 

The Pflugerville Police Department 

invites community members to tour the 

Pflugerville Justice Center, including 

the incarceration, patrol and criminal 

investigation areas. Participants meet 

officers and learn about the motorcycle 

division, canine division, firing range 

and fingerprinting station. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Free. Pflugerville Justice Center, 1611 E. 

Pfennig Lane, Pflugerville. 512-251-4004. 

www.pflugervilletx.gov/pdopenhouse 

19 

Premier Martial Arts 

anniversary open house 

The Round Rock martial arts academy 

celebrates its fifth anniversary with free 

introductory martial arts classes, boardbreaking 

contests, ice cream, prizes 

and giveaways. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 

Premier Martial Arts, 1200 E. Palm Valley 

Blvd., Round Rock. 512-745-5551. 

www.roundrockmartialarts.com 

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Teddy Bear Clinic 

Representatives from Scott 

& White Clinic-Pflugerville provide 

teddy bear checkups following the 

Pflugerville Public Library’s regular 

story time event. Appointment times 

with Dr. Avni Shah are available 

beginning Sept. 17. Library staff and 

volunteers provide checkups for any 

teddy bears on the waiting list for 

appointments. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 

Pflugerville Public Library, 1008 W. 

Pfluger St., Pflugerville. 512-990-6375 

www.pflugervilletx.gov/library 

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Citizen Police Academy 

Pflugerville residents learn 

about law enforcement and public safety 

Courtesy city of Round Rock 

Courtesy Scott & White Clinic-Pflugerville


through a 12-week program hosted 

by the Pflugerville Police Department. 

Instruction and training topics include the 

use of tactical force, traffic investigation 

and crime investigation. After completing 

the course, participants age 21 and older 

have the option to volunteer with the 

city’s Citizens on Patrol program and help 

the department monitor streets and parks. 

7-9 p.m. Free, registration required by 

Sept. 18. Pflugerville Justice Center, 1611 

E. Pfennig Lane, Pflugerville. 

512-670-5557. www.pflugervilletx.gov 

25 

and 26 

Quilt show 

The Chisholm Trail Quilt Guild sponsors 

this fair at which quilters submit their 

pieces to be judged, and community 

members can purchase or win 

handmade items. The show includes a 

raffle quilt, raffle baskets, a gift boutique 

and silent auction. Vendors accept credit 

cards. 10 a.m-6 p.m. Free (ages 11 and 

younger), $7 (ages 12 and older). The 

Dell Diamond United Heritage Center, 

3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. 

www.ctquiltguild.org 

25 

Senior health fair 

Seniors can participate in 

the event featuring health checks 

and consultations for blood pressure, 

hearing, and spinal issues. Flu shots are 

available for $25 or are free of charge to 

those covered under Medicare Part B. 

9-11:30 a.m. Free. Allen R. Baca Senior 

Center, 301 W. Bagdad St., Bldg. 2, 

Round Rock. 512-218-5499. 

www.bacacenter.com 

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Fall fair 

This annual festival, hosted by 

Palm Valley Lutheran Church, features 

live entertainment, an antique car show, 

craft and bake sales, plant sales, an 

inflatable obstacle course, games and 

concessions. Barbecue lunches are 

available for purchase. Nonperishable 

food item donations for the Round Rock 

Area Serving Center are collected at the 

event. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Palm Valley 

Lutheran Church, 2500 E. Palm Valley 

Blvd., Round Rock. 512-255-3322. 

www.palmvalleylutheranchurch.org 

26 

Pet food drive 

and shred day 

The city of Round Rock sponsors this 

event as a way to gather supplies for 

the Williamson County Regional Animal 

Shelter in Georgetown and to give 

residents an opportunity to dispose of 

sensitive documents. Residents bring 

materials to the city’s recycling center to 

be destroyed on-site, weather permitting. 

8 a.m.-1 p.m. Free (pet food donations 

accepted). City of Round Rock Recycling 

Center, 310 Deepwood Drive, Round 

Rock. 512-218-5559. 

www.roundrocktexas.gov/recycle 

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October 

03 

Kaleidoscope Toys 

anniversary celebration 

Kaleidoscope Toys celebrates its 

26th year in Round Rock and invites 

the community to tour the store 

and participate in games and raffle 

contests. Refreshments are provided. 

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is a nonperishable 

food item donation for the 

Round Rock Area Serving Center. 

Kaleidoscope Toys, 110 N. I-35, Ste. 

375, Round Rock. 512-388-5048. 

www.kdstoys.com 

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and 26 

Suddenlink 

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The 10th annual two-day event 

features live music from a variety 

of bluegrass bands. Friday 

performers include Billy Strings 

and Don Julin as well as Four 

Fights Per Pint and Indian and 

The Jones. Saturday performers 

include Blue Skyz Band and The 

Quibble Brothers. Guests can also 

sample concessions and browse 

vendors as well as participate in 

children’s activities. Leashed pets 

as well as coolers and alcoholic 

beverages are permitted at the 

festival; however, no glass bottles 

are allowed. 7-10:30 p.m. (Fri.), 

6:30-10:30 p.m. (Sat.). Free 

admission. Robin Bledsoe Park, 

601 S. Bagdad Road, Leander. 

512-528-9909. 

www.leandertx.gov/parksrec 

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the print edition, they must be 

submitted online by the second 

Friday of the month. 

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Throughout the Central Texas region, counties have become 

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according to Will Conley, who is the chairman of the Capital 

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How has SH 130 helped to 

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Most of the traffic on I-35 

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it has certainly helped relieve 

traffic, but it is built fairly far 

out there. 

So, I think eventually, just 

my personal opinion, I think 

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How are authorities planning 

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Changes lead to 

‘renewed spirit’ 

GEORGETOWN Since becoming 

Southwestern University president 

in 2013, Edward Burger has overseen 

several changes at the liberal arts 

university, including updates to its 

academic affairs and leadership. 

“I’m excited about the confluence 

and renewed spirit I’m seeing 

throughout the faculty and staff as 

well as through the new leadership 

on campus,” Burger said. “We are 

investing in areas that will increase 

Southwestern’s visibility as a singular 

academic and intellectual experience 

unlike anything else in Texas and 

beyond.” 

Along with overseeing changes to 

the Paideia curriculum and the university 

relations department, Burger’s first 

years in office were spent restructuring 

the school’s budget, which had been 

operating at a deficit. 

“Because of a lot of very difficult 

decisions that were made by president 

Burger, the senior leadership and our 

trustees, the budgetary issues have been 

resolved. We cut significantly; we got 

things not only back into balance but 

also moving into the right direction,” 

said Paul Secord, vice president of 

university relations. “Even during the 

times of budgetary shortfalls we weren’t 

a failing university. We were spending 

more money than we had, and you can’t 

do that for very long without getting 

yourself into trouble.” 

Secord joined the university June 1. 

At the end of the 2012-13 school 

year the university had a structural 

operating budget deficit. Burger said 


during his first year he focused on learning 

about the university’s budget and 

identifying ways to correct issues that led 

to the deficit. 

“We worked collaboratively, across 

campus, to find solutions and opportunities 

that improved our operations,” 

he said. 

In 2014 the university cut 11 positions, 

including some unfilled positions, and 

began restructuring departments to help 

move forward with achieving goals set in 

its 10-year strategic plan adopted in the 

2010-11 school year, Burger said. 

Burger said many changes in leadership 

came from people retiring and 

being promoted. 

“Each time a senior staff member 

announced his or her desire to retire, 

we looked very closely at the current 

needs of the university and identified 

key directions in which new leadership 

could help us move toward those strategic 

goals,” he said. 

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Senior resources rise 

CEDAR PARK For 40 years Chuck 

and Elaine Schmitz lived in their 

house in Texas City near Galveston. 

But as they grew older they said 

they found upkeep of their home 

growing more troublesome and 

decided to move to Cedar Park to 

be closer to their daughter, Nancy 

LaSpina, a teacher in Leander ISD. In 

2014 the Schmitzes settled into their 

new apartment at Lakeline Oaks, a 

luxury retirement community located 

about 2 miles from their daughter. 

“She’s the reason we’re here,” Elaine 

Schmitz said. 

The Schmitzes are part of a trend 

within the fastest-growing population 

segment in Central Texas—seniors 

age 65 and older who move to the 

state, often to be nearer to younger 

family members. 

Williamson County’s senior population 

grew from 37,681 residents 

in 2010 to 44,991 residents in 2014, 

a growth rate of about 19.4 percent, 

according to the Texas State Data 

Center. The office projects Williamson 

County will have more than 70,000 

senior residents by 2025 and almost 

99,000 senior residents by 2035— 

which would be more than double the 

county’s current senior population. 

In response to demand, developers 

are planning more senior luxury 

apartment communities and memory-care 

facilities in Cedar Park and 

Leander. But some senior residents 

said they are finding fewer non-luxury 

living options, such as apartments 

that do not have on-site health care 

options and allow residents independent 

living. 

In Cedar Park, Mayor Matt Powell 

said city leaders welcome new senior 

residents. 

“As we’re watching our demographics 

shift here in Cedar Park, you can’t 

offer this sort of quality of life and not 

expect people to want to move here,” 

Powell said July 9. 

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REGIONAL 

Abridged stories from our other editions 

Full stories online at communityimpact.com 

BUSINESS 

IMPACTS 

Hop N Happy 

NORTHWEST AUSTIN For more 

than eight years Wes Gunn worked in 

corporate America, most recently as a 

salesperson for Dell Inc. Rebecca Gunn, 

who worked in Dell’s marketing department, 

said her husband came home 

after a day out with two of their sons 

with an idea for a big career change. 

“[Wes] took our older boys to a 

bounce house,” Rebecca said. “He came 

home saying, ‘We’ve got to do this.’” 

Wes left his job at Dell in February 

DINING 

George’s On 

The Town 

GEORGETOWN After seven months 

in business, George’s On The Town’s 

management is already looking for 

ways to expand the casual restaurant. 

In June the restaurant added 

weekend lunch hours, which could be 

2014, and by July 2014 he and Rebecca 

had opened the doors to indoor bounce 

house facility Hop N Happy. 

In the past year, Rebecca said, the 

business has been 10 times more profitable 

than she and Wes expected. 

“I was a little nervous about 

uncharted territory when we started 

this,” she said. “We’ve gotten extremely 

positive reviews.” 

The interior of Hop N Happy is 

bursting with primary colors, from 

its brightly painted walls dotted with 

rainbow-hued art to the multicolored 

extended to include lunch throughout 

the week, General Manager Donnie 

Damuth said. 

“We’re doing really well, and I’m 

excited about where we are going,” 

Damuth said. 

The restaurant, owned by Round 

Rock-based Stockade Companies, is 

the first concept of its kind for the 

bounce houses throughout the facility. 

A foam pit—which looks like a more 

modern plastic ball pit—allows children 

play in a sea of orange and blue. 

Full story by Kara Nuzback 

Find out more about Hop N Happy 

by watching the video at 

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Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 

company, said Ed Sadler, Stockade 

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Nutty Brown Cafe 

Continued from | 1 

Southwest Austin. 

“When things started changing at my 

current location and I decided to start 

more aggressively looking for an opportunity 

to relocate, Round Rock was my 

first choice from day one,” he said. 

Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B 

acquired the land Nutty Brown Cafe sits 

on in 2015. Farr said H-E-B allowed him 

to stay on the land as long as he wanted. 

He said he wanted to relocate to attract 

bigger acts, and the decision was “100 

percent” his idea. 

“I decided I was ready to move,” Farr 

said. “To have a big corporation like 

H-E-B say you can stay or go is extraordinary. 

[...] They’ve been extraordinary 

partners to work with.” 

Finding the right spot 

Farr said he drove to more than 100 

locations in the area looking for potential 

spots for Nutty Brown Cafe. He said 

he wanted to put the new location at 

McNeil Park as soon as he saw it. 

“For someone doing what I do for a 

living you look at land like that, and you 

just know it’s perfect,” he said. “It’s long 

and skinny and lays out nicely.” 

Farr said he did not know if the city 

was willing to sell the land. But in May 

2006, Round Rock residents voted to 

authorize the sale of McNeil Park at 

a later date, according to city records. 

Round Rock Mayor Alan McGraw said 

the vote to authorize the sell of McNeil 

Park was partly how the city planned to 

fund the forthcoming improved softball 

fields at Old Settlers Park. He said 

McNeil Park’s location on I-35, its older 

facilities and the need to fund the new 

softball fields were why the city wanted 

to sell the park. 

McGraw said it took nine years to sell 

the park partly because of unfavorable 

market conditions driven by the recession. 

He said more recently city officials 

discussed selling the park, then Farr 

approached them about possibly moving 

Nutty Brown Cafe to the area. McGraw 

said city officials then worked with Farr 

to help him find a possible location. 

Farr said he did look at city-owned 

property in downtown Round Rock at 

the former Builders Gypsum Supply 

ROUND ROCK 

and Roll 

Big artists play in big venues 

Mike Farr, owner of Nutty Brown Cafe & Amphitheatre, said 

he expects his venue’s capacity to increase from about 

4,100 people to about 5,000. Farr said that will allow him to 

attract artists who only play venues with that capacity. 

This graphic shows what other area venues can 

accommodate those capacity numbers and how far Round 

Rock residents would have to drive to get there. 

The Backyard 

8,000 

Nutty Brown Cafe & 

Amphitheatre 

(current location) 

3,900 

33.8 

28.7 

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location, but it did not have the same 

greenery and natural appeal. 

He said the location near I-35 and 

University Boulevard would help 

Nutty Brown Cafe attract new customers 

from different areas such as 

Fort Hood or Taylor. He said the destination 

shopping nearby will help 

further attract attention. 

“There’s not a single person in Central 

Texas who doesn’t know where IKEA is,” 

he said. “When you say we’re right south 

of IKEA, they’ll know exactly what 

you’re talking about.” 

The new Nutty Brown 

Farr said when the new venue is built, 

as many trees and as much green space as 

possible will be kept to preserve the site’s 

natural aesthetics. 

“We’re going to take an extraordinarily 

minimal approach when it comes to site 

improvement,” Farr said. “We basically 

just want it to be a park that has shows. 

We’re not going to turn it into some concreted-up, 

commercial-looking deal.” 

Farr said Nutty Brown Cafe’s current 

location is noted for its aesthetic beauty, 

and he wanted to retain that at the new 

location. 

“I’ve been blessed with an unbelievably 

attractive piece of land to operate 

on the past 13 years with tons of oak 

trees, lots of shade and good topography,” 

he said. “I actually think [the new 

Bee Cave 

290 

WhiteWater 

Amphitheater 

5,600 

69.2 

Key 

Capacity 

Austin Music Hall 

4,000 

21.1 

MoPac 

Palmer Events Center 

4,348 

20.5 

Cedar Park Center 

8,700 

10 

Driving miles 

from central 

Round Rock 

Round Rock 

183 

location will] be a lot prettier than my 

current location.” 

Farr said he hopes to attract bigger 

acts by moving farther away from wellknown 

music venues, such as WhiteWater 

Amphitheater in New Braunfels. 

“Being less than 50 miles away from 

WhiteWater there are lots of shows I 

have to schedule around each other,” he 

said. “Being in Round Rock I’ll be further 

away from some of the bigger venues— 

it’ll just open up a lot things for me.” 

Farr said Nutty Brown Cafe is a family-friendly 

music venue, and he intends 

to keep it that way in Round Rock. 

“We strongly encourage our artists to 

have a family-friendly approach,” he said. 

Randy Rogers, lead vocalist for Randy 

Rogers Band, said Farr gave him one 

of his first breaks in the music industry. 

Rogers said he is glad Nutty Brown 

Cafe is relocating and not being forced 

to close like other Austin music venues. 

“There’s a lot of places that don’t get 

that chance [to relocate],” Rogers said. 

“They just get knocked down and go 

away.” 

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Frank Erwin Center 

17,800 

18 

Austin 

Austin360 

Amphitheater 

14,000 

36.4 

79 

Nutty Brown Cafe and 

Amphitheatre 

(Future Location) 

5,000 * 

0 

Take the poll online at 

communityimpact.com/rph-poll 

130 

TOLL 

71 

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*Estimated 

Source: city of Austin/ 

Community Impact 

Newspaper 

City impact 

McGraw said 

the venue will foremost 

be a quality-of-life improvement 

for Round Rock residents. 

“It’s an iconic music venue that now 

we will have in our own backyard,” 

McGraw said. “I can’t tell you how many 

texts I’ve [received] that said, ‘Congrats,’ 

‘Wow,’ or ‘This is exactly what Round 

Rock has needed.’” 

McGraw said city officials had not 

pursued a music venue before because 

a venue is not traditionally considered 

an economic development target. But 

despite that, he said he foresees Nutty 

Brown Cafe having a positive economic 

impact on the city. 

“[The economic impact] is very much 

in line with the ‘Sports Capital of Texas’ 

[branding]—bring people here, let them 

shop and then go home,” he said. 

What type of impact do you think Nutty Brown Cafe 

relocating to Round Rock will have on the city?

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78665 

78664 

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TOLL 

78660 

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TOLL 

78634 

79 

Builders include: Main Street Homes 

Square footage: 1,186-2,092 

Home values: $140,000-$188,000 

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City of Hutto 0.5287 

Williamson County ESD 3 0.1000 

Williamson County 0.4465 

Williamson County FM/RD 0.0400 

Hutto ISD 1.6700 

Upper Brushy Creek WCID 0.0200 

EWCHEC 0.0498 

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Median price 

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Market Data 

On the market (July 2015) 

Number of homes for sale/Average days on the market 

Median price of homes sold July 2014 vs. July 2015 

Price 78634 78660 78664 78665 78681 78717 

Price Range 78634 78660 78664 78665 78681 78717 

$149,999 or less 4/67 3/5 4/27 — 2/34 — 

$150,000-$199,999 25/20 40/17 23/30 17/26 8/22 — 

$200,000-$299,999 48/62 165/44 44/45 114/71 58/45 19/42 

$400,000 

$350,000 

$300,000 

+17% 

+1% 

+3% 

-2% 

+15% 

+12% 

$300,000-$399,999 12/47 66/71 31/54 72/55 60/72 36/51 

$400,000-$499,999 5/339 13/78 6/39 32/50 17/76 28/54 

$500,000-$599,999 1/90 3/131 5/45 8/40 7/77 7/147 

$250,000 

$200,000 

$600,000-$799,999 — — 2/40 3/86 5/60 5/67 

$800,000-$999,999 1/1445 — — — — 1/137 

$1 million + 1/149 — — 2/151 — 1/196 

$150,000 

$100,000 

Recent Property Listings 

ZIP code Subdivision Address Bed/Bath Price Sq. ft. Agent Agency Phone 

78634 Glenwood 301 Mitchell Drive 3br/2ba $185,000 1,707 Scott James Austin-Options Realty 512-801-9185 

78634 Hutto & Metcalfe 705 East St. 3br/2ba $109,900 1,386 Linda Farish RE/MAX 1 512-917-5713 

78634 Lookout at Brushy Creek 162 Brushy Creek Trail 3br/2ba $339,900 2,301 Jan Schmidt The Stacy Group 512-864-5051 

78660 Cantarra 3404 Bach Drive 4br/3ba $249,000 2,367 Kasey Jorgenson Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-574-5484 

78660 Falcon Pointe 3008 Edwards Plateau 4br/4ba $289,900 2,616 Patricia Black Realty Austin 512-740-4540 

78660 Highland Park 18312 Mammoth Cave Blvd. 4br/3ba $232,000 1,854 Johnie Borgeson Realty Austin 830-385-3518 

78660 Highland Park 18008 Glacier Bay St. 3br/3ba $171,500 1,401 Gregory Noack Kuper Sotheby's International Realty 512-633-5566 

78660 Highland Park 212 Gila Cliff Drive 3br/3ba $180,000 1,507 Virginia Lazenby ERA Colonial Real Estate 512-818-0988 

78660 Meadow Park 503 City Park Road 4br/3ba $260,000 2,502 Chris Rios Keller Williams Realty 512-775-5476 

78660 Meadows of Blackhawk 20112 Treyburn Lane 3br/2ba $339,900 2,587 Doyle Beekman Keller Williams Realty 512-637-8171 

78660 Picadilly Ridge 17405 Bishopsgate Drive 3br/2ba $159,000 1,299 Timothy Heyl Keller Williams Realty 512-330-1047 

78660 Picadilly Ridge 17622 Loch Linnhe Loop 4br/2ba $165,000 1,421 Kari Cooper BHGRE Bradfield Properties 512-965-4241 

78660 Picadilly Ridge 17229 Sandwick Drive 3br/2ba $180,000 1,564 Margarita Dove Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-657-5795 

78660 Spring Trail 19129 Pencil Cactus Drive 3br/2ba $200,000 1,782 Joseph Kelly Keller Williams Realty 512-563-0799 

78660 Spring Willow Creek 15221 Ora Lane 4br/3ba $195,000 1,860 Bambi Watson Coldwell Banker United, Realtors 512-633-7200 

78660 Springbrook Glen 17820 Madden Drive 3br/3ba $194,900 2,424 James Morelli RE/MAX Capital City 512-553-1610 

78660 Villages Hidden Lake 3804 Hidden Lake Crossing 4br/2ba $220,000 1,961 Trey Ripple Realty Austin 512-775-4900 

78660 Villages Hidden Lake 18312 Shallow Pool Drive 4br/3ba $285,000 2,749 Rosie Hayer Keller Williams Realty 512-843-3374 

78660 Watson Park 702 Frost Circle 3br/2ba $149,900 1,208 Benjamin Ahrendt Classic Realty 512-636-1385 

78664 Anderson 202 E. Anderson Ave. 5br/2ba $225,000 2,280 Rita Snyder Keller Williams Realty-GT 512-468-2867 

78664 Bradford Park 2715 Vinson Court 3br/2ba $175,000 1,473 Lucy Frymire Coldwell Banker United, Realtors 512-809-7743 

78664 Dove Creek 504 Quail Creek Drive 3br/3ba $279,900 1,936 Gilbert Gracia RE/MAX Capital City III 512-825-1591 

78664 Enclave/Town Center 2162 Rachel Lane 4br/2ba $215,000 1,933 Wendy Power Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-439-3606 

78664 Flower Hill Sec 3035 Hill St. 4br/3ba $220,000 2,648 Alice Joseph-Williams Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-743-8281 

78664 Forest Creek 1013 Fazio Cove 4br/4ba $394,400 2,664 Lee Idom Private Label Realty 512-993-0071 

78664 Forest Creek 3300 Forest Creek Drive, Unit 12 3br/3ba $179,900 1,394 Wes Womack JB Goodwin, Realtors 512-626-0621 

78664 Forest Creek 3741 Harvey Penick Drive 4br/4ba $339,900 3,048 Robert Fischer Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-994-0247 

78664 Forest Creek 3502 Hamlet Cove 5br/4ba $679,000 5,027 Daniel Wilson Keller Williams Realty 512-801-7718 

78664 Forest Creek 1010 Fazio Cove 4br/3ba $415,000 3,379 Marcy Urban Urban Homes and Land 512-413-5842 

78664 Greenridge 19909 Tree Sap Way 4br/2ba $249,500 2,277 Sara Warner Realty Austin 512-230-1776 

78664 Greenslopes at Lakecreek 1327 E. Logan St. 3br/3ba $154,900 1,333 Jeff Mirabelle e-Executive Realty 512-663-7653 

78664 High Country 3324 High Cotton Way 3br/3ba $175,000 1,775 Kiersty Lombar Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-930-8722 

78664 Kensington Place 2001 Lancaster Gate Drive 3br/2ba $189,000 1,438 Megan Jarrard Bradshaw RE/MAX Capital City III 512-608-2882 

78664 Morningside Meadows 202 Calico Bush Lane 4br/2ba $270,000 2,038 Bruce Berman Coldwell Banker United, Realtors 512-750-6611 

78664 Settlement 709 Saunders Drive 3br/2ba $170,000 1,305 Heather Smith Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-636-3994 

78664 South Creek 2408 Chestnut Path 3br/2ba $215,000 1,755 Mack Linan RE/MAX 1 512-791-1419 

78664 The Retreat at Town Centre - Cottages 2105 Town Centre Drive, Unit 35 3br/3ba $253,991 1,546 Sarah McAloon Sisu Realty & Associates 512-791-7776 

78717 

78681 

620 

35 

1 

TOLL 

29 

78665 

78664 

20112 Treyburn Lane 

702 Frost Circle 

1010 Fazio Cove 

45 

TOLL 

78660 

202 Calico Bush Lane 

130 

TOLL 

78634 

79

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Recent Property Listings 

ZIP code Subdivision Address Bed/Bath Price Sq. ft. Agent Agency Phone 

78665 Chandler Creek 226 Chandler Crossing Trail 4br/2ba $219,900 1,980 Christine Rougeux Realty Austin 512-466-1860 

78665 Eagle Ridge 3705 Birdhouse Drive 3br/2ba $195,000 1,557 Robin Curle Realty Austin 512-633-3011 

78665 Eagle Ridge 3528 Rams Horn Way 4br/3ba $249,900 2,740 Charles Young Keller Williams Realty 512-794-6688 

78665 Eagle Ridge 3729 Rams Horn Way 3br/2ba $242,381 1,403 Pamela Buske RE/MAX Capital City II 512-704-4672 

78665 Estates at Settlers Park 2120 Aaron Ross Way 3br/3ba $309,999 3,039 Rosie Hayer Keller Williams Realty 512-843-3374 

78665 Paloma Lake 2609 Los Alamos Pass 4br/3ba $381,489 3,039 Kenneth Gezella Gatehouse Properties 210-837-8423 

78665 Settlers Overlook 2707 Amberglow Court 3br/2ba $185,000 1,508 David Raulston Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-234-0977 

78665 Siena 6048 Angelo St. 3br/2ba $256,281 2,167 Paul Williams Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-785-0186 

78665 Sonoma 3343 Alexander Valley Cove 3br/2ba $220,000 1,806 Amy Smith RE/MAX 1 512-913-4916 

78665 Teravista 1113 Hidden View Place 3br/3ba $319,900 2,680 Jason Taylor Realty Austin 512-924-8998 

78665 Teravista 4308 Woodledge Place 4br/4ba $410,000 3,525 Cynthia Maguire RE/MAX Capital City III 512-657-4400 

78681 Behrens Ranch 2726 Cedar Springs Place 4br/3ba $344,900 2,620 Heather Hidalgo Keller Williams Realty-GT 512-632-8868 

78681 Brushy Creek 3600 Hillrock Drive 3br/2ba $182,500 1,324 Barbara Welsh Keller Williams Realty-GT 512-217-2958 

78681 Chisholm Valley 510 Buffalo Pass 3br/2ba $147,000 1,151 Sameer Sheikh Keller Williams Realty 512-285-7146 

78681 Cimarron 1504 Rock Creek Drive 3br/3ba $259,999 2,393 Rachelle Buenteo Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-809-0411 

78681 Hidden Glen 800 Folsom Cove 5br/5ba $535,000 4,358 Carolyn Abbott Realty Executives, Austin-North 512-633-7080 

78681 Hidden Glen 1129 Castle Path 4br/4ba $400,000 3,647 Tara Knight Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-751-4834 

78681 Mayfield Ranch 3964 Sapphire Loop 4br/4ba $379,999 3,274 Timothy Heyl Keller Williams Realty 512-330-1047 

78681 Oakcreek 2203 Falcon Drive 4br/2ba $248,000 2,081 Elzie Felton Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-906-6659 

78681 Sendero Springs 5103 Sendero Springs Drive 3br/2ba $285,000 2,084 Richard Hayden Keller Williams Realty 512-917-2466 

78681 Stone Canyon 8610 Priest River Drive 4br/3ba $285,000 2,573 Robert Guest Keller Williams Realty 512-699-6911 

78681 Stone Canyon 8104 Sunburst Parkway 4br/3ba $335,000 2,914 Jason Matthews JB Goodwin, Realtors 512-809-8690 

78681 Stone Oak at Round Rock 3800 Tailfeather Drive 3br/2ba $229,900 1,811 Elaine Montgomery Keller Williams Realty 512-698-1621 

78681 Village at Mayfield Ranch 3788 Fossilwood Way 4br/3ba $269,900 2,570 Kyle Walker Keller Williams Realty-RR 512-760-6968 

78681 Vista Oaks 3916 Grayling Lane 4br/3ba $295,000 2,545 Karen Hookstra RE/MAX 1 512-947-5284 

78717 Avery Brookside 10012 Echo Hills Court 5br/3ba $449,900 3,347 Moe Alsharif Realty Austin 512-914-7247 

78717 Avery Estates 15120 Sunningdale St. 5br/4ba $730,000 5,098 Jay Jay Tolentino Keller Williams Realty 512-669-9000 

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78717 Avery Ranch 14812 Mistletoe Heights 3br/2ba $264,500 1,702 Lisa Marie Contaldi Intero Real Estate Services 512-784-5111 

78717 Avery Ranch 15501 Interlachen Drive 3br/3ba $357,500 2,743 Kevin McCord Realty Austin 512-784-9644 

15120 Terrace Verde Drive 

78717 Avery Ranch 16001 Double Eagle Drive 6br/4ba $483,000 3,727 Robert Bullara Realty Austin 512-964-6911 

78717 Avery Ranch 10817 Quarry Oaks Trail 3br/3ba $294,900 2,598 Michaela Hachtel Realty Austin 512-789-1965 

78717 Davis Spring 15120 Terrace Verde Drive 5br/3ba $479,000 3,987 Lockie Ealy Realty Austin 512-699-0866 

78717 Meadows Brushy Creek 9006 Brimstone Lane 3br/2ba $239,000 2,051 Amber Hart Keller Williams-Lake Travis 512-415-9023 

78717 Meadows Brushy Creek 8908 Rustic Cove 3br/2ba $285,000 2,339 Nicole Kim JB Goodwin, Realtors 512-633-0598 

78717 Meadows Brushy Creek 8915 Sharpstone Trail 4br/3ba $290,000 2,631 Susan Truair Coldwell Banker United, Realtors 512-587-1125 

Residential real estate listings added to the market between 8/15/15 and 8/25/15 were provided by the Austin Board of Realtors. Although every effort has been made to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of this listing, Community Impact Newspaper 

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Home, Garden & Services 

Action Pack Dog Center....................... 60 

Altex Computers & Electronics............. 72 

America’s 1st Choice........................... 74 

Beltran Fences..................................... 56 

Christian Brothers Auto........................ 61 

CPR Cell Phone Repair......................... 66 

Emerald Lawns.................................... 63 

Evenaire.............................................. 63 

G&S Mechanical.................................. 72 

K & M Steam Cleaning......................... 75 

Karma Hand Car Wash......................... 58 

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National Land Partners......................... 69 

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Real Green Pest Control & Lawn Care....74 

Sanchez Irrigation and Landscape....... 67 

Soleil Floors......................................... 66 

Steam It............................................... 57 

Food & Dining 

Baked N Sconed.................................. 68 

Beau’s Specialty Meats & Deli.............. 74 

Bluebonnet Beer Company................... 71 

El Maguey........................................... 56 

El Pollo Rico......................................... 62 

Hurricane Grill & Wings........................ 60 

God, Texas & Ice Cream....................... 56 

Kerbey Lane........................................ 63 

King Noodle......................................... 68 

Little Red Wagon.................................. 73 

Smoke N’ Soul..................................... 71 

Rio Grande Tex Mex............................. 61 

Skinny Bob’s Billiards.......................... 58 

Southern’s at PBK................................ 61 

Springhill Restaurant........................... 72 

The Brass Tap...................................... 66 

The Scarlet Rabbit............................... 66 

Tio Dan Puffy Tacos............................. 73 

Tortuga Flats........................................ 70 

Uncle Gary’s Bar.................................. 68 

Westphalia Market............................... 59 

Gifts & Shopping 

Bless This Nest.................................... 70 

Creative Touch..................................... 72 

Downtown Round Rock........................ 64 

J West Jewelers................................... 56 

Longhorn Coin & Collectibles............... 66 

Once Upon a Child............................... 71 

Texas Gift Outlet.................................. 67 

The Soccer Corner............................... 57 

Health & Beauty 

Allure Laser and Day Spa..................... 58 

Central Texas Beauty........................... 68 

Hand & Stone...................................... 60 

Natural Wellness.................................. 58 

Organics Salon.................................... 67 

Pflugerville Wellness............................ 59 

Shears by Shelly.................................. 62 

Texas Weight Loss Center.................... 70 

Wigs & Beauty..................................... 56 

Medical & Dental 

Austin Children’s Dental....................... 70 

Dentures & Dental............................... 74 

Parmer Oaks Dental............................. 59 

Rock Chiropractic................................ 57 

Sanova Dermatology............................ 67 

Education & Recreation 

American Heart Association................. 59 

Creekside Charity Bingo....................... 68 

Greater Austin Dance Academy............ 71 

Master Yang’s World Class Tae Kwon.... 71 

Platinum Gymnastics........................... 74 

Texas Academy of Ballet...................... 62 

The Palace Theatre.............................. 57

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CHECK rotors and drums. 

Mon–Fri: 7am–6pm • Sat & Sun: Closed 

$ 

10 OFF 

Any Oil 

Change 

Any Oil 

Change 

Must be presented at time of service. Not to be combined with Inspect all Must belts, be hoses, presented fluids, at time of service. Not to be combined with 

other offers. Valid at all 3 locations. Expires Sept.1, 2015. suspension, other and offers. tune-up Valid at all 3 locations. Expires Sept.1, 2015. 

• Pre-purchase inspections 

CHECK 

• From brakes to engines and everything 

in between 

N 


Most N vehicles. 

with other offers. Valid at all 3 locations. Expires Sept.1, 2015. 

• Nationwide warranty coverage on most 

$ Must be presented 

413 

at time 

Louis 

of service. Not to be combined with 


Hutto, TX 

Henna Blvd. 

(512) 920-6654 

25 OFF Any Repair or 

whichever benefits you the most 



Round Rock, TX 

Nice difference.® 

(512) 920-6658 


We believe in quality work, honest repair 


service and a clean, comfortable atmosphere. 

• The lobby is clean, comfortable and 


equipped Inspect all belts, hoses, fluids, 

FREE 

with 

TRIP 

free wi-fi. 

FREE BRAKE complete inspection and 

• Our courtesy shuttle will suspension, take you and home, tune-up 


to work, components. 

CHECK shopping or a movie. 

CHECK rotors and drums. 



with other offers. Valid at all 3 Hutto locations. Expires Oct. Sept.1, 2015. 

other offers. Valid at all 3 locations. Expires Oct. Sept.1, 2015. 

$ 

(512) 759-3760 

580 US Highway Any 79Repair or 

$ Any Oil 



Change 


25 OFF 


Mon – Fri: 7am – 6pm 


other offers. Sat Valid all & 3 locations. Sun: Expires Closed 

Oct. Sept.1, 2015. 



FREE TRIP 

10 OFF 



other offers. Valid at all 3 locations. Expires Oct. Sept.1, 2015. 

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COMFORT FOOD AT SOUTHERN’S AT PBK. 

111 E MAIN STREET | PFLUGERVILLE, TX | 512-520-5337 

Reserve our 

Banquet 

Room 

for your 

upcoming 

parties! 


Bowman Rd. 

I-35 

Hwy. 79 

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Wed-Thurs 9:00am to 9:30pm 

Friday 9:00am to 11:00pm 

Saturday 8:00am to 11:00pm 

Sunday 8:00am to 9:00pm 

512.671.7966 

1720 N Mays St., Round Rock 

www.riogranderoundrock.com 

10% OFF 

FOOD ORDER 

ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED. 

EXPIRES 10-2-15 

Limit one coupon per ticket. 

COME TRY OUR FALL SPECIALS! 

ALL NEW PBK WITH 

A SOUTHERN’S FLAIR 

SERVING YOU FOR OVER 

10 YEARS 

NOw Open for Breakfast 

7 days a week 

Each Rio Grande location is 

individually owned and operated.

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AT SALONS BY JC 

25% OFF 

FIRST VISIT 


45 

TOLL 

35 

TARGET 

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Reasonable Rates • Relaxed Private Suite 

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WHOLE POLLO COMBO 

With rice, beans & tortillas 

$1 OFF 

WHOLE CHICKEN 

COMBO 

Must present coupon. Valid at Round Rock 

Location only. Expires 9/30/15. 

15% 

OFF 

FOR 

MEMBERS OF 

THE 

MILITARY 

AND 

SENIORS 

AUTO PAINTING AND 

AUTO COLLISION PAINTING REPAIR AND 

COLLISION REPAIR 

No interest if paid in full within 6 months 

on purchases of $199 or more. 

10% 

OFF 

FOR 

TEACHERS 

AND 

STUDENTS 

This offer is good at Maaco of 

Pfl ugerville only. Expires 9/30/2015. 

$ 

149 FREE 

CAR RENTAL FOR SERVICES 

OVER $999 (UP TO 3 DAYS) 

BUMPER SPECIAL 

This offer is good at Maaco of Pfl ugerville 

only. Not valid with other services, promotions 

or insurance claims. Valid for retail customers 

at participating locations only. Offer may not 

be redeemed for any work in progress or in 

conjunction with prior purchase. Additional 

exclusions may apply. Void where prohibited. 

Expires 9/30/2015. 

$249 

$249 

SPECIAL CAR RENTAL RATES 

FOR SERVICES BELOW $999 

This offer is good at Maaco of Pfl ugerville only. 

Not valid with other services, promotions or 

insurance claims. Offer may not be redeemed 

for any work in progress or in conjunction with 

prior purchases. Coupon must be present at 

time of estimate. Additional exclusions may 

apply. One per customer. No Cash Value. Void 

where prohibited. Expires 9/30/2015. 

CALL NOW | FREE ESTIMATES 512-593-7314 

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OR VISIT MAACO-PFLUGERVILLE.COM | 4674 Priem Ln #200 | Pflugerville, TX 

Not valid with other offers, promotions or insurance claims. Offer does not apply to trucks, vans, SUVs or commercial 

RICO BURGER COMBO 

With lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese & mayo, drink & fries 

$6.39+TAX 

RICO BURGER 

COMBO 

Must present coupon. 

Valid at Round Rock location only. 

Expires 9/30/15. 

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Round San Antonio;Evenaire Rock | Pflugerville Heating and Air | Conditioning;C16523;4.4468x11.25-4c Hutto Edition • September 2015 (15Fa-B1-service offer) 

63 

Free Lawn Diagnosis 

We can’t emphasize it 

enough. But we’ll try. 

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Landscape bed mulching • Tree and shrub fertilization 

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED 

Environmentally Friendly • A+ Rated with the BBB 

Award-Winning Service • No Contracts! 

$29.95 

FERTILIZATION AND 

BROADLEAF WEED CONTROL 

Plus tax. Up to 5,000 sq. ft. Additional charges 

may apply for larger areas. New customers only. 


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AERATION 

Regularly $125. 


www.emeraldlawnsaustin.com | 512.990.2199 

RECEIVE UP TO 

$ 

1,700 

IN REBATES * 

with the purchase of a qualifying 

Lennox ® home comfort system. 

$ 

65 

FALL 

CHECK-UP 

Evenaire Heating and 

Air Conditioning 

512-990-2300 

21424 Martin Lane 


www.evenaire.biz 

TACLA 013261E 

Offer expires 11/27/2015. 

*On a qualifying system purchase. Lennox system rebate offers range from $200 to $1,700. Some restrictions apply. One 

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© 2015 Lennox Industries Inc. Lennox Dealers include independently owned and operated businesses.


We’re open 

for business! 

Che Bella Boutique 

101 W. Main St. 

Bless This Nest 

301 N. Mays St. 

Sweet Love & 

Sugar Britches 

106 S. Mays St. 

Larry Perez Signs 

& Graphix 


Johnson Outdoor 

Advertising 

102 N. Mays St. #100 

Massage Werks 


Round Rock Travel 

and Tours 


Life Force Fitness 


Reid’s Cleaners 

303 W. Liberty Ave. 

The Water Jug 


Lifetime Vision 

Source 


Huebinger Studios 

Photography 


Wine Sensation 

409 N. Mays St. 

Coco’s Lounge 

105 S. Mays St. 

Round Rock Tavern 

113 W. Main St. 

Mambo House 


Kawaii’s Shaved Ice 


Mama Sara 

Tortilleria 

109 W. Main St. 

Golden Chick 


Round Rock Donuts 


Suchil Salon 


MTY Hair Design 


Hush Hush Tan 


Vintage Salon 


Jorge’s Hair Design 


Split Endz Salon 

206 W. Main St. #103 

Elite Window Tint 


A-Line Auto Parts 


Galaxy Automotive 

and Tire 

108 S. Mays St.

66 

NOW OPEN 

Longhorn Coin & Collectibles 

Buy • Sell • Trade 

• Coins, Paper Money, 

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• Tokens 

• Postcards 

• Stamps 

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• Gold & Silver 

Bullion 

• Texas Memorabilia 

• Political 

Memorabilia 

1601 S IH 35, Suite 400 | Round Rock, TX | Located inside Antique Gallery 

Bryan Jones 512-677-1044 | 512-388-1163 | Mon-Fri 10-6 | Sat - By appt 

STOP BY TODAY FOR YOUR FREE APPRAISAL! 

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back to school special! 

(512) 215-2157 


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BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL! 

25% OFF A CASE 

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NOON TO 1:00am 

204 E. Main Street 

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BBQ & BRATWURST LIVE MUSIC MUG HOLDING CONTEST OKTOBERFEST & PUMPKIN BREWS 

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M-Sat 11am-9pm | Sun 11am-3pm 

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HAPPY HOUR 

MONDAY THRU THURSDAY 4PM-7PM 

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$250 

OFF 

Carpet, Tile or Laminate 

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Coupon must be presented at time of 

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discounts, sales or promotions. 


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Outstanding Service 

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for NEW PATIENTS 

WELCOMES 

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7 

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• Cuts 

• Waxing 

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• Perms 

• Up-Do’s 

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Pfl ugerville Location 251-6763 | 1512 Town Center Dr. (Stone Hill Shopping Center) 

Round Rock Location 255-6763 | 2051 Gattis School Rd. 

An Aveda Concept Salon 

Environmentally friendly 

SPECIAL 

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microdermabrasion. 

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New clients only. Expires 9/30/15 

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SANCHEZ 

IRRIGATION 

& 

LANDSCAPING LLC 

Satisfaction Guaranteed 

$ 

150 OFF 

SPRINKLER SYSTEM 


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Stone Patios 

Walk-Ways 

Retaining Walls 

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REFERENCES AVAILABLE •FREE ESTIMATES 

Tree and Sod 

Installation 

Landscape 

Lighting

68 

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popcorn, 

drink & 

dauber! 

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card. New players only. 

7 Nights a week 

6:45 -10:00 pm 

$5,000.00 + 

given away 

nightly! 

American Business Women’s Assoc. | Taylor Volunteer Fire Dept. | Round Rock Band Boosters | 

Round Rock El Amistad Club | Taylor 4H/FFA Booster 

Behind Rudy’s! 

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173 

35 

W Old Settler’s Blvd 

YOUR 

NEIGHBORHOOD 

BAKERY AND COFFEE SHOP 

WHERE DELICIOUS 

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2300-A Chisholm Trail | Round Rock TX 78681 | 512-388-9981 

$ 

1 OFF 

latte 


Expires 9/30/2015 

$ 

1 OFF 

sandwich 



30% OFF 

Total Services 

Not including retail 

Walk-Ins Welcome! | Haircuts as low as $7 

Our Next Class Starts October 29th! 

1400 North Mays | Round Rock, TX 78664 

(512) 244-2235 

www.CentralTexasBeautyCollege.com 

Open to the Public for Services Tuesday through Friday 

Services offered to the public at 

Reduced Rates: 

Highlights / Lowlights 

Acrylic Nails 

Waxing 

Spa Facials 

Gel Manicures 

Manicures / Pedicures 

Locally Owned & Operated 

Services performed by students and 

supervised by licensed instructors. 

Accredited by NACCAS 

TEACHERS AND STAFF BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL 

SHOW US YOUR ID AND RECEIVE 10% OFF YOUR PURCHASE. 

NEW STORE HOURS 

Monday-Friday 6am to 2pm • Saturday and Sunday 7am to 2pm 

Closed Labor Day, Monday 9/7. 

baked goods baked great! 

143 Exchange Blvd. Ste 100 | Hutto, TX | (512)222-5200 

www.bakednsconed.com 

Have a Pho 

King noodle day! 

Gift Cards • Catering • Party Trays 

NOW SERVING 

GLUTEN 

FREE 

OPTIONS 

Purchase $25 and get 

an order of spring 

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Dine in only. Must present coupon. 

Expires 9/30/2015. 

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Antique Boutique 

JUNK GYPSY CHALK 

& CLAY PAINT 

MASON , S CHALK PAINT 

REAL MILK PAINT 

HOME DECOR 

VINTAGE ITEMS 

CLOTHES 

JEWELRY 

Come try the latest and greatest in paint 

Junk Gyspy has come to bless this nest. 

ENJOY $5.00 OFF 

YOUR FIRST JUNK GYPSY PURCHASE. 

301 N. Mays St. | Round Rock | 512-255-2368 

BlessThisNestRoundRock.com 

MEDICALLY SUPERVISED WEIGHT LOSS CARE AT THE MOST AFFORDABLE PRICES. 

TEXAS WEIGHT LOSS CENTER 

3 MONTH WEIGHT 

LOSS PROGRAM 

ON SALE: $150 

3 month prescription for appetite suppressant, 

labs and medical consultation 

Limit 1 per customer. Offer good through September 30th, 2015 

OPERATING HOURS: M-TH 11AM-10PM, FRI-SAT 11AM-11PM, SUN 10AM-4PM 

MEXICAN ICEHOUSE 

-ZAGAT RATED AS ONE OF THE TOP 8 REASONS TO DRIVE TO ROUND ROCK- 

RATED 

TOP 10 

NACHOS 

IN AUSTIN 

-THRILLIST 

JOIN US FOR 

$2 TACO 

TUESDAY! 

$2 TACO & BEER SPECIALS 

*Any Substitutions or Additions may include additional charges. 

Ask us about our LOW-T program! 

600 Round Rock West Dr. Ste 703 


512-919-4481• www.txweightlosscenter.com 

Round Rock W. Dr. 

35 

McNeil Rd. 

DID YOU KNOW 

WE HAVE 

HAPPY HOUR? 

MON-ALL DAY 

TUES-FRI 

FROM 3-7PM 

LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY AT 7PM 

FEATURING 

THE BREW 

AUSTIN'S PREMIER LATIN JAZZ BAND 

*DUE TO THE BREW'S POPULARITY, SOME FRIDAY SHOWS MAY BE AFFECTED DUE TO ADVANCED BOOKINGS - 

CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM 

512-388-1445 

**ALL RESERVATIONS FOR TABLES ARE FOR DINNER ONLY. NO PATIO TABLE RESERVATIONS 

ARE PERMITTED ON FRIDAY EVENINGS WHEN THE BAND PERFORMS. 

TEJANO BRUNCH 

EVERY SUNDAY 10AM-4PM 

www.AustinFamilyOrthodontics.com 

3107 S. IH 35, ROUND ROCK, TX 78664 

512-388-1445 

WWW.TORTUGAFLATS.COM 

ENTRANCE ON THE 

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! 

STEINMART 

SIDE OF THE BUILDING 

Free Queso! 

Free Queso! 

I-35 

I-45 

greenlawn 

WITH THE PURCHASE OF AN ENTREE. DINE-IN 

ONLY. ONE COUPON PER TABLE PER VISIT. COUPON EXPIRES 9/30/2015


START THE SCHOOL 

YEAR WITH SOME 

KICK 

512-564-9999 

IMPROVE DISCIPLINE, CONFIDENCE & HEALTH! 

CLASSES FOR: 

• Kids Ages 6-12, 

• “Little Tigers” Kids Ages 4–5 

• Adults & Families 

Join Master Yang’s 

World Class Tae 

Kwon Do, the 

leading provider of 

martial arts classes 

in the greater 

Austin metro area. 

2 WEEKS OF 

MASTER YANG’S 

CLASSES 

FOR $19.95 

Uniform included • Private class 4 

group classes 

1700 E. PALM VALLEY BLVD 

(IN THE HEB PLAZA) • ROUND ROCK • WWW.AUSTINBLACKBELTS.COM 

NOW REGISTERING FOR FALL CLASSES! 

Check out our website for current openings! 

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www.greateraustindance.com 

Bringing quality dance instruction 

to the Northeast Austin, Round 

Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto 

neighborhoods! 

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theater, Hip-Hop and more! 

512-828-GADA (4232) 

2641 Forest Creek Dr. 

Round Rock 

WELCOME BACK students, WHILE YOU 

WERE GONE MOONIES CHANGED ITS NAME, 

But not the burgers! 

To celebrate, bring your 

school ID for 10% off 

your order of 10 dollars 

or more! 

GO PANTHERS! 

WE ADDED SLOW SMOKED 

BBQ AND MADE-FROM- 

SCRATCH SOUL FOOD TO OUR 

MENU TO HELP SATISFY ALL 

OF YOUR CRAVINGS 

Tap Room Open 

Every Fri-Sat 5-8p 

$5 OFF WITH 

$20 PURCHASE 

Burger Monday: All burgers are $8.00 (drink and fries included) 11am-3pm only. 

Burger Monday was invented as our day to clean the pit. 

We are your new full service caterer. Place your order NOW for your 

Football Parties, Holiday Turkey's and Ham's. Call 512-670-7631. 

Meeting room available seats 20 to 25. BREAKFAST COMING SOON! 

Still Moonie’s Burger House, just a new name & menu | 15803 Windermere Dr. Ste.102 | Pflugerville

72 

OLIVER 

Locally 

Owned & 

Operated 

for over 

40 Years 

Termite & Pest Control 

We Handle all your Pest Control 

needs big and small year round! 

$ 

75/qtr 

PERIMETER SERVICE 

Why wait for a problem on the 

inside when we can start the 

SOLUTION on the outside! 

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Creative Touch 

GIFTS COLLECTABLES JEWELRY 

It’s all about you! 


$5 

103 East St. Hutto Historic District 512-759-1088 

$25 

or more. 

OFF Expires 09/30/15 

Indulge yourself! 

a purchase of 

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Hours: 8am-6pm M-F, 10am-5pm Sat, Closed Sundays 

Heating and Air Conditioning 

Sales • Service • Installation 

CALL TODAY! 

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License: TACLB28892E 

410 Tradesmens Park Dr. • Hutto, TX 78634 

WE OFFER A FULL LINE OF RESIDENTIAL 

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• Air Conditioning & Heating Repair 

• Complete System Replacement 

• Duct Repair & Replacement 

• Ductless Mini Splits 

• Preventative Maintenance Plans 

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24/7 Emergency 

Service 

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Austin, Tx 78753 

512-832-9131 

Fax: 512-835-1328 

183 

Rundberg Ln. 

REPAIRS 

$25 OFF SERVICE CALL 

N. Lamar Blvd. 

35 

Cameron Rd. 

LAPTOPS 

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22,000 SQFT 

ELECTRONICS 

SUPER STORE! 

SECURITY 

SYSTEMS 

DAILY 11-2 LUNCH BUFFET: CATFISH INCLUDED EVERY DAY! 

2505 Pecan Street W. 

Pflugerville, TX 

512-251-0159 

Buy one regular catfish 

dinner & get one regular 

catfish dinner for 

FREE 

with coupon and the purchase of two 

soft drinks OR a full size appetizer. 

Expires 9-30-15. Not valid on Fridays. 

Dine-in only. Limit 1 per table. 

Cannot be applied to buffet. 

ALSO TRY OUT OUR: HAND BREADED SHRIMP & APPETIZERS | BURGERS | COBBLERS


I took my son and 

granddaughter to eat 

at a local restaurant. 

Dinner for 3 was 

$51.00! WOW! I told 

my son, next time, 

let’s eat at Little Red 

Wagon! 

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HAMBURGERS 

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512-310-2554 

YOU GET 3 OF THESE 

AND 3 OF 

THESE 

for $19.62 

for $27.94 

BUY 1 CRISPY TACO PLATE, 

GET 1 CRISPY TACO PLATE 

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Expires 10/1/15. Offer Valid: 3pm-9pm 

CALL IN! PICK UP! 

CHOW DOWN! 

Come Hungry! Leave Full! 

BUY 1 ENCHILADA 

PLATE, GET 1 

ENCHILADA PLATE 

FREE 

Limit 1 per customer. 

Dine in only. Expires 10/1/15. 

Offer Valid: 3pm-9pm 

Has this ever happened 

to you? Where do you want 

to eat? I don’t know, where 

do you want to eat? Kids 

are hungry! Everybody’s 

hungry! The place to go is 

Tio Dan’s!

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Platinum Gymnastics 

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Tumbling • Special Needs Classes • Mother’s Day Out 

Summer & Holiday Camps • Birthday Parties 

Complete Replacement Air Conditioning Systems 

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And More! Call today to schedule a FREE trial class! 

Reference “Community Impact” to get $20 off your first 

month’s tuition! 

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1410 Royston Ln. • Round Rock • 512-251-2776 • www.PlatinumGymUSA.com 

Thomas Thomas John John Kennedy of of Texas, DDS, PLLC · General · General Dentistry Dentistry 

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* * Not Valid With Any Other Offer, No Cash Value. New Patients Only. 

Full 

Replacement 

Dentures* 

* 

STARTING AT 

$395 

PER SET 

Comes With Warrenty Warranty 

Expires in 90 Days days 

Free 

Second 

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$ $ $100 

VALUE Value 

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Expires in 90 days Days 

Dentures in in one day 

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Georgetown, TX 78628 

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HUTTO HEAD FOOTBALL 

COACH 

6:30 EVERY MONDAY 

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Facebook for specials 

& giveaways! 

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Tuesday- Shrimp or Crawfish Poboy 

Wednesday- Meatloaf Sandwich 

Thursday- Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken 

Friday- Fried Catfish Plate, Basket or Poboy 

Saturday and Sunday- Brisket Plate or 

Sandwich 

ALL FROZEN 

SPECIALTY MEATS 

20% OFF 

Deboned Stuffed Chicken, Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin 

Sausage, Gumbo, Étouffée 


109 EAST FRONT ST. • HUTTO, TX 78634 • (512) 846-1515 

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Pest Service 

INSECTS ARE GROSS! 

And they can be dangerous too! 

Spiders, Roaches, Silverfish, 

Ants & More. 

Compare 

at $189 

Quarterly 

$29 

Treatment of Inside Home 

and Lawn 

Show Your Pet You Care! 

Pest Clean Out 

Eradicate Your Bug Problem 

Interior and Exterior Service 

Traditional and Exclusionary 

Techniques and Treatments. 

Expires 08/15/14 Expires 08/15/14 


per month 

program only 

Normally 

$179.00 

Includes IGR! 

Expires 9/30/15 Expires 9/30/15 Expires 9/30/15 

Expires Up 10/15/14 to 4k Sq Ft Home 

Most Expires Homes/Lawns 

10/15/14 

with annual agreement 

Guaranteed 

FLEA & TICK 

Veterinarian Recommended! 

$155 

$79


S 

“Quality Service You Can Trust” 

Locally Owned & Operated 

Insured & Bonded 

512-836-8900 

Get a FREE quote online 

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We Use IICRC Recommended 

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PET ODOR SPECIALISTS 

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ALL OF OUR CLEANING SPECIALS INCLUDE DEEP CLEANING 

CARPET CLEANING SPECIALS 

5 ROOMS CLEANED 

$ 

95 

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Guard 

for $50 

Add 

Chair 

for $35 

$ 

69 

FREE 

$ 

129 

up to 2,000 SQ. FT. 

FREE 

WHOLE HOUSE 

Homes over 2,000 sq. ft. may have 

additional charges. Stairs $20 extra 



$ 

199 

up to 3,000 SQ. FT. 

FREE 

3 ROOMS CLEANED 

Average Room Size 15’ X 17’ 

Add a hallway for $8 







WHOLE HOUSE 

Homes over 3,000 sq. ft. may have 

additional charges. Stairs $20 extra 





Add 

Stain 

Guard 

for $35 

Add 

Stain 

Guard 

for $69 

Add 

Stain 

Guard 

for $99 

Additional fees may apply to the Taylor area & Hays County. 

Just 

TILE & 

50 % GROUT CLEANING 

OFF 

$ 

.40 

$ 

100 

OFF 

Expires 

Owner, K&M Steam Cleaning 

per sq.ft. 

(Reg. $.80) Expires 10/18/15 

AIR DUCT 

CLEANING 

WHOLE HOUSE 

Regularly $279, NOW $179, 

for the first eight vents and 

one air return. Each vent 

after eight is $10 each. 

10/18/15 

Inquire about our commercial rates. 

Now Hiring! 

Proud supporter of 

the U.S. Military

At Seton, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our newest teaching hospital will reflect that. We’re 

building Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas in collaboration with The University of Texas 

Dell Medical School, creating a place where doctors, teachers, nurses and our community can work together 

to find better ways to care. Honestly, it’s not rocket science. It’s just people science. Welcome to Humancare. 

Seton.net/Humancare 

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