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As Spring Break approaches for many this coming week, the high gas prices might cause some to consider adjusting their travel plans. The national average is currently hovering around $4.33 for a regular gallon of gas according to AAA, with Texas averaging about $4.01 per gallon, and Travis County at about $4 per gallon. While this may create some anxiety at the pump, there are some simple tips offered from energy.gov that could help improve your gas mileage and help you save on future fuel costs:
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Minimize idling in your car by turning off your engine when your vehicle is parked for more than 10 seconds (idling can use a quarter to a half gallon of fuel per hour).
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Avoid speeding, rapid acceleration and hard braking (which can lower your highway gas mileage by 15% - 30%).
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Reduce drag by placing items inside your car or trunk, rather than on roof racks (which can decrease your fuel economy on highways by about 25%).
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Avoid keeping heavy items in your car (an extra 100lbs could increase gas costs by up to $.03 per gallon).
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Combine errands (several short trips can use twice as much fuel as one trip covering the same distance).
- Check into telecommuting, carpooling, biking or walking to save on fuel and car maintenance costs.
CLICK HERE for some more fuel cost saving tips, including car maintenance advice.
Additionally, the City of Lakeway has an electric vehicle charging station located next to the Lakeway Swim Center (3103 Lakeway Blvd.). Users would need to set up an account with ChargePoint. There is a $2 per hour rate for use. CLICK HERE for more details.
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The City of Lakeway and Waste Connections are continuing their ongoing commitment to youth and education, along with recycling efforts by partnering together to offer $1,000 scholarships to eligible applicants. High school students interested in applying must be at the 12th (twelfth) grade level, have a parent or legal guardian currently signed up for trash and recycling services through the City of Lakeway (and in good standing), and plan to obtain an undergraduate level degree or trade certification. The student must submit an application and any required documents by May 2, 2022. All applicants will be notified of award status by email. Scholarship funds will be sent directly to the school where the awarded student will attend. The scholarship must be used within one year of the award date. CLICK HERE for more details, including how to apply.
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Travis County continues to offer multiple COVID-19 vaccine events. No appointments are necessary. CLICK HERE for time, date and location details, along with testing information and more details on the Stage 2 guidelines in place within Travis County. Additionally, Austin Public Health is offering mobile vaccines for those who are not able to leave their homes or have difficulty traveling. If you are in need of this service, please call 3-1-1.
A total of 232,621 COVID-19 cases have been reported to date in Travis County since the start of the pandemic. Austin Public Health is reporting there are 99 hospitalizations in the region (down from 132 reported last week). CLICK HERE to review the COVID-19 case dashboard. CLICK HERE for more details on hospitalizations.
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Swim Lesson Registration
Online registration opens next week (Monday, March 14) for group and private swim lessons at the Lakeway Swim Center. Lessons are for those ages 6 months to 12 years, and will take place Monday through Thursday from June 6 through August 4, 2022. You will be able to register Monday by CLICKING HERE and going to the "Aquatics" tab. Additionally, the Swim Center is taking applications for lifeguards, swim instructors and front desk/concession attendant for the upcoming season. If interested, please CLICK HERE to apply.
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Heritage Trail Tours
Explore the history of Lakeway through one of three free bus tours taking place on Friday, May 6. Available bus tour times are 9:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. Registrants will meet at Lakeway City Hall, then have a chance to see the updated Liebelt Cabin before boarding the bus. The tour, hosted by members of the Lakeway Heritage Committee, will visit around 20 historical Lakeway locations. Seats will fill up fast and space is limited, so be sure to register early. CLICK HERE for more details and to register.
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