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.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY: WANG invites all neighbors to please donate blood at the Tarrytown Neighborhood Blood Drive on Sunday, April 6 (8am-noon) at Tarrytown United Methodist Church. Sign up for a time with the QR code (below) or at this link:
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Let us know about neighborhood issues and concerns! You can reach us at wang-board@westaustinng.com
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Upcoming WANG Board Meetings:
West Austin Neighborhood Group
Board of Directors Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 7, 2025, 6:00 PM, Howson Library
I. Call to Order
II. Approval of board meeting minutes for February 11, 2025 and December 10, 2024
III. Neighbor Communications –
IV. New Business –
A. Board Member Eligibility Requirements
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- “Persons eligible for appointment shall be members in good standing.” Sections 6.2, 6.5, 6.11.1(b)
- “Only individuals who are over the age of eighteen years, reside within the defined boundaries, and consider such residence as his or her homestead, may apply for a family or household membership and include all other adult family members of the household, and shall become a member in good standing thirty days after receipt of his or her application accompanied by payment of the required annual dues.” Section 4.1
B. Officer Elections
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- Office Eligibility Requirements – “The officers of the Association shall be Members in good standing for a period of no less than eight (8) months prior to their nomination.” and “The officers of the Association shall also serve as members of the Board, and each shall have voting rights on the Board.” Section 7.1
- Nominating Committee Recommendations for President Elect (Sarah Cain) and Secretary (Cathy Kyle)
- Officer Elections for President Elect (Sarah Cain) and Secretary (Cathy Kyle)
V. Committee Reports and Appointments:
A. Communications Committee Report: Chair (Vacant) — Update on newsletter, website, email server
B. Membership Committee Report: Mike Cannatti (Chair) – Update on Butterfly Milkweed sale event in Mayfield Park. Neighbor invite letter template
C. Nominating Committee Report: Mike Cannatti (Chair) – President-Elect and Secretary Nominations
D. Transportation Committee Report: Craig (Chair?)
E. Zoning Committee Report: Blake Tollett (Chair)
VI. ANC Report (Heidi Gibbons) – Requesting feedback on ANC Resolution on Legal Status of Neighborhood Contact Teams
VII. Treasurer’s Report (George Edwards)
VIII. Next Meetings – 4/7/2025 @6pm, 5/5/25 @6pm, and 6/2/2025 @6pm
IX. Adjourn Meeting
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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!
