Speedy Stop waiver request WITHDRAWN

Posted on August 1, 2012 by vicepresident

Richard Suttle, representing Speedy Stop located at 1320 East Oltorf Street (Case #: SPC-2012-0068AW), has WITHDRAWN  their request for a waiver of  ordinance prohibiting sale alcoholic beverages within 300 ft of schools and daycares.  Residents who have been working against the waiver no longer need to attend the council meeting on Thursday August 6, 2012 to show opposition.    In a meeting on Wednesday Aug. 1, 2012  Mayor Pro Tem Cole confirmed it is not just a postponement, but full withdrawal.

Thanks to the neighbors and representatives from schools, Faith Presbyterian church, Child Development Center and interested parties who attended meetings with Council Members, met with press, gave interviews and collaborated with all organizations opposed to this issue. You made a difference.

NOTE: Richard Suttle has requested the same waiver for Speedy Stop location bordering Reagan High School. SRCC  supports the residents and schools who oppose granting that waiver.

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Need your help to STOP Speedy Stop on August 2nd

Posted on July 27, 2012 by President

Some of you are aware that the Tiger Mart on I-35 and Oltorf has been purchased by Speedy Stop and this change of ownership has allowed them to re-apply for a waiver of the alcoholic beverage ordinance that prevents the sale of alcohol within 300 feet of a public school or day-care facility.  The property is just across the street from Travis High School and right next door to Faith Presbyterian’s Child Development Center Day-care facility – both of these entities were considered in 1999 when City Council voted to deny the initial waiver request, but even this precedent does not guarantee that the waiver will be denied this time and we need your help to make sure it is not granted.

SRCC voted to send a letter of opposition at our last general meeting (which we did) and we also plan on attending the August 2nd City Council meeting to speak in opposition along side representatives from Faith Presbyterian, Wildflower Church, Austin Interfaith, and Texans Standing Tall.  We all believe the youth in our community should be protected from alcohol sales (and the myriad of issues that accompany locations that sell alcohol) right next to our High Schools and community day-care centers – it’s the exact reason the ordinance exists in the first place.

Please consider signing the attached commitment form and attending the City Council meeting at City Hall with us on August 2nd (after 4PM, but precise timing won’t be known until that day).  Our neighborhood needs to go above and beyond just emails – we need our presence to be felt and we hope you will help by showing your support at the meeting.

STOP Speedy Stop commitment form

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Norwood House steps closer to restoration!!! 6-15-12

Posted on June 15, 2012 by norwood

Yesterday the Austin City Council approved a resolution to support the efforts of the Norwood Park Foundation to restore the house. The City Manager was directed to negotiate and execute a Park Improvement Agreement that would clear the way for us to begin work.

Yesterday, also, Parks maintenance staff, at the request of NPF, were installing more effective protection for the roof. Clear Channel Outdoors donated billboard vinyls that work great as a temporary roof cover. This is a fine example of cooperation between the public and private sectors.

Today a detailed proposal was presented to PARD that lists the work to be done in Phase 1A along with probable costs. Once we complete negotiations and sign the agreement referenced above, we’ll be ready to begin the hands on work that will finally replace the talking!!!

The funds are in place to complete the first phase. In the future we’ll be asking for your help to continue towards the goal.

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No General membership meeting in July 2012

Posted on June 15, 2012 by vicepresident

SRCC does not hold a monthly General Membership Meeting in July. Our next meeting will be Monday August 6th, 2012.

There will not be an official SRCC July 4th event this year.  Enjoy the park and have a great holiday.

 

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SRCC Membership dues

Posted on June 15, 2012 by vicepresident

Would the opportunity to get a discount in your SRCC membership dues be an incentive for you to pay for multiple years?  Please let us know your thoughts using the comment option below.

Thanks!

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