Preserving and Protecting West Austin
The West Austin Neighborhood Group (WANG) is a non-profit organization of residents with the shared goal of preserving West Austin and protecting it from deterioration. WANG is concerned with community development, ecology, safety, and any other matters that indirectly and directly affect the quality and character of the neighborhood and the City of Austin.
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Special Events
West Austin Neighborhood Group
Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 6:00 PM, Howson Library
I. Call to Order (Mike)
II. Approval of Minutes from December 10, 2024 board meeting (?)
III. Neighbor Communications
- Marc Duchen, Austin City Council Member, District 10
- Austin Wildfire Hub Meeting (Feb. 11, 2-4pm at St. Matt’s Austin, Huffman Hall, 8134 Mesa Drive)
IV. Major Issues in 2025
- Status Update and Next Steps for Muny Golf Course/Save Muny
- Status Update and Next Steps for Brackenridge Tract
- Status Update on Tarrytown Shopping Center (Beer Plant)
- Status Update on State Supported Living Center
- Wildfire Preparation/Prevention
- Website Cleanup, Records organization, Newsletter, Social Media
V. Board, Officer and Membership Goals
- Complete Full Board (15) with new/young board members and officers using Nominating Committee process in bylaws
- Vacant Officer Positions – President Elect/Vice President and Secretary(?)
- Expand current membership (53, not including board) to 346 (out of 3,461 total households per 2000 census)
- Organize community events with appeal to young families
VI. Bylaws Review
- Membership Committee and Chair (?) (appointed by President)
- Nominating Committee
- Transportation Committee and Chair
- Zoning Committee and Chair (Blake)
- Communications Committee and Chair (VP)
VII. Zoning Report (Blake)
VIII. Treasurer’s Report (George)
IX. Next Meetings – 2/11/2025 @6pm, 3/3/2025 @6pm, and 4/7/2025 @6pm
X. Adjourn Meeting
Petition
SUMMER FUN
by: Cathy Kyle
Summer arrived in full force last week, bringing unbearably hot and humid afternoons. The rains of early June seem a distant memory, although our lakes and streams are still wonderfully full. It’s the only time of year that you’re able to swim in Barton Creek! Despite the heat, there’s lots going on in our neighborhood that you won’t want to miss.
The best is the annual July 4th parade. Kudos to Charisse Sayers and her team for taking over the planning, organizing, and fundraising for this event. I vividly remember decorating the boys’ bikes in festive streamers, lining up near Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, and making our way through the neighborhood to Reed Park. Some brought picnic lunches, others were grilling, and I believe that Jim-Jim’s was on-hand. This year’s event is definitely more upscale, with food and games to celebrate the day. It’s a great opportunity to catch up with neighbors and meet new folks.
Another terrific local event is the upcoming Movie in the Park, organized by the inimitable Elizabeth Adams. On Friday, July 15, we’ll screen Inside Out at Tarrytown Park. The fun will start about 6 pm, with games, food and other delights. The movie was chosen based on an online poll conducted through WANG’s website –many thanks to all who took the time to vote. The screening will start at dusk. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and a picnic, and join in the fun. This event is sponsored by WANG and Grande Communications, among other underwriters.
You may have heard that Deep Eddy pool is celebrating its centennial this summer. It will also be screening a series of movies
through the Parks and Rec Department. The ever-popular Raiders of the Lost Ark will be shown on July 9. Nothing beats the summer heat quite like watching a great movie from the water.You can find a complete listing of movies at Deep Eddy at www.deepeddy.org, along with other opportunities to support the pool by joining with Friends of Deep Eddy.Whatever your preference or inclination, there’s sure to be something something going on in the neighborhood to help you beat the heat and enjoy the inimitable Austin summer. We’ll continue to post events on the calendar at www.westaustinng.org, so check it out!
