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City Council Transportation Work Session |
City Council met in a special meeting the evening of Monday, June 6, 2022. A majority of the meeting focused on potential local transportation projects, which were initially discussed in a January City Council meeting, and discussed in more detail at the Transportation Town Hall held in April at the Lakeway Activity Center. Representatives with the engineering firm Walter P Moore were in attendance Monday night to present civil engineering findings associated with each project accompanied by their corresponding cost estimates. There were 15 projects discussed at the meeting, including:
- RR 620 Widening (ROW acquisition)
- Joseph Dr. Extension
- Delsie Dr. Extension
- Birrel St. Extension
- Serene Hills Dr. Widening
- Main St. Signal (at Lohmans)
- Wild Cherry Signal (at Flintrock)
- Medical Pkwy Sight Distance
- Lakeway Dr. Pedestrian Connection
- Lakeway Blvd Pedestrian Connection
- Lakeway Dr. Overlay
- Lakeway Blvd Overlay
- Lohmans Crossing Overlay
- Lakeway Dr. Culvert
- Top 'O The Lake Culvert
Many residents came out to speak about the projects, focused mainly on the potential Joseph Dr. Extension, and potential Serene Hills Dr. Widening project. City Council made no formal decision Monday evening, and will be working to prioritize the projects in the coming weeks. Expect the discussion to continue at an upcoming City Council meeting. CLICK HERE (pages 10-25) to review details regarding the potential local transportation projects. CLICK HERE to review the full video and agenda from Monday night's meeting, which also included a discussion about the role of city committees, and an appointment to the City Building Commission.
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The Lakeway Parks & Recreation Department invites the community to the next Cardboard Boat Regatta taking place this Sunday, June 12 at the Lakeway Swim Center (3103 Lakeway Blvd.) starting at 6 p.m. Participants will work in teams of two before the event to build a boat and paddles using only cardboard and duct tape. On the event day, participants will then board their boat and race to the finish line. There will be a first, second and third place award for fastest times in two categories: Youth Class (Ages 7-14); and Adult Class (Ages 15+). There will also be an award for most creative design and the boat that sinks in the most spectacular fashion. This is a free event, but you will need to register. Participants are responsible for acquiring all materials needed to build their boat and paddles. CLICK HERE for more details, including registration information.
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4th of July Parade Entry Deadline Approaching |
PARADE ENTRY FORM:
The deadline to enter your float and other entries in the 2022 Lakeway 4th of July Parade is quickly approaching. The last day to register your entry will be Tuesday, June 21, 2022. CLICK HERE to connect to the simple online parade entry form.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
Volunteers are also still needed for the 4th of July event and the days leading up to the parade. Specifically, volunteers who have convertibles and jeeps, along with their drivers are needed at this time. There is also volunteer opportunities available for staging assistance, assisting with the parade route, shuttle cart drivers, decoration assistance, and those with golf carts. If you're interested in assisting with the festivities, please CLICK HERE.
4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES:
The 4th of July festivities will begin on Monday, July 4 at 8:30 a.m. with the famous Lakeway 4th of July Parade starting from the Live Oak Golf Course and heading down Lakeway Drive to the Lakeway Activity Center. Immediately following the parade, enjoy a free Hot Dog Reception at the Lakeway Activity Center, complete with live music and other patriotic treats. The Lakeway Swim Center will also be open from noon through 6 p.m. for a $4 admission rate. CLICK HERE for other details about the events.
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Blood Drive Registration
The next Lakeway Community Blood Drive will take place on Saturday, July 16 from 8 a.m. through noon at the Lakeway Activity Center (105 Cross Creek). While walk-ins are once again welcome, registration is highly encouraged. Lakeway blood drive donations are distributed to over 40 hospitals and clinics across ten Central Texas counties. CLICK HERE for more information and to register (use Group Code A197).
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Sunday Concert Series
The City of Lakeway Arts Committee invites the community to the next Sunday Afternoon Concert featuring classical pianist Kiyoshi Tamagawa on Sunday, June 26 at 4 p.m. at the Lakeway Activity Center (105 Cross Creek). This concert experience is free to the public. CLICK HERE for more details about the performer. CLICK HERE to view his virtual concert performance created for Lakeway from last year.
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