Georgetown Edition | May 2023

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GEORGETOWN EDITION

VOLUME 16, ISSUE 9 MAY 17JUNE 13, 2023

The city of Georgetown is seeking to join the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and pay for its expansion to save funds used for animal services.

Feasibility study cost Possible Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter expansion cost Georgetown Animal Services FY 2022-23 budget

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Nonprot to bring trails to Southwestern University

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Jan Dymond plays with a dog at the Georgetown Animal Shelter, where she volunteers twice a week. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact)

Georgetown looks to join regional animal shelter Like many animal shelters in Central Texas, the Georgetown Animal Shelter and the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter continue to face capacity issues, leaving ocials in search of a solu- tion to address overcrowding. Round Rock, Cedar Park and Hutto. The organization could begin serv- ing Georgetown as the William- son County Commissioners Court approved a feasibility study March 21 to determine whether it is practical. Georgetown’s involvement could lower the city’s expenses for tak- ing care of stray animals, but it also will require more sta as well as an expansion to the existing WCRAS facility. Georgetown would need to pass a bond election later this year to fund these eorts. "If we don’t expand some how, some way, it will denitely put stressors on the work that we do,” Georgetown Animal Services Manager April Haughey said. CONTINUED ON 27 BY GRANT CRAWFORD In addition to the county, the WCRAS serves the cities of Leander,

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FROM DENISE: If you are like me and welcome the warmer temperatures with open arms, then you will enjoy the regional splash pad guide that is included in this edition (see Pages 16-17). Take your family on a summer fun tour and enjoy the amenities that these splash pads have to oer! We are also looking for more businesses or organizations that have events open to the public. If you have an event you would like us to share, please contact us! We’d love to help bring the community together and support our local businesses! Denise Seiler, GENERAL MANAGER

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FROM CLAIRE: One of my favorite parts about working at Community Impact is getting the opportunity meet so many members of the community, including local business owners. In this edition, our team wrote two features on locally owned establishments bringing unique services and worldly dining options to Georgetown. In our story on San Gabriel House Bed & Breakfast, we heard from owner Jeannie Snead how buying the house was the realization of a childhood dream. And, Dinesh Mishra is sharing the cuisine of his native county Nepal at his new restaurant Namaste Dine-In. Read more on Pages 24-25. Claire Shoop, EDITOR

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houses the rst Austin-area True Texas Tacos. 512-843-4984. www.heb.com COMING SOON 5 La Riv Kitchen and Bar will open a second location at 200 E. Eighth St., Georgetown. The restaurant’s Tem- ple location features a menu of classic Italian dishes, including pasta, steak and seafood. Currently under construction, the space in downtown Georgetown will house a new concept from the business, which is expected to open in September. www.larivkitchen.com 29 6 Chase Bank will open a new branch June 6 at the corner of Williams and Wildwood drives in Georgetown. Accord- ing to a Chase Bank representative, this branch will replace a small former Chase branch located inside of the H-E-B across the street. The new location’s address is not yet available. 512-869-4725. www.chase.com 7 A new Valero gas station and con- venience store, 29 Express , will open at 4850 W. Hwy. 29, Georgetown. The new upscale convenience store includes 5,200 square feet of space, featuring craft beers, wines, a full kitchen and other convenience items. The business is planning to open June 20, according to owner Dhaval Sheth. www.valero.com 8 Wiseman Family Practice will open a new clinic June 1 at 1502 Blue Ridge Drive, Ste. 100, Georgetown. The family medicine practice o ers primary and preventive care, including pediatrics, women’s health, allergy treatment and chiropractic care. 512-345-3530. www.wisemanfamilypractice.com 110 130 TOLL

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NOW OPEN 1 Deez Meatballz , located at 3309 W. Hwy. 29, Georgetown, opened March 11. The food truck, owned by Keagon Hembree, serves customers at South Fork Fun, Food and Brew. Deez Meatballs serves a variety of meatball subs—including classic, spicy and cowboy options—as well as atbreads, stu ed jalapenos, pizza and garlic cheese bread. 325-812-6912

2 The Joint Chiropractic opened a new location at 4500 Williams Drive, Ste. 228, Georgetown, on March 27. The company’s North Lake Georgetown location pro- vides a variety of chiropractic care to help with back pain, neck pain, migraines and sciatica. 512-580-7327. www.thejoint.com

and a dry cleaning service. It is also connected to the San Gabriel River Trail. 512-969-3500. www.marriott.com 4 H-E-B launched its new Fresh Bites convenience store brand with the rst location opening in the Bar W Marketplace shopping center at 19344 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Georgetown, on April 17. The H-E-B Fresh Bites brand o ers customers fresh produce, prepared foods and convenient meal options. The convenience store also 1460

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RELOCATIONS 9 Loram Technologies broke ground May 3 on a new location at 3502 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. The rail- way maintenance and service equipment provider is constructing a new o£ce and manufacturing facility. Once construction is complete, the company will move from 111 Cooperative Way, Ste. 400, George- town. 512-869-1542. www.loram.com EXPANSIONS 10 Grace Academy began construction on a 13,440-square-foot gym and multi- purpose hall at 225 Grace Blvd., George- town, in early May. The classical Chris- tian school, which educates children in kindergarten through 12th grade, will use the gym as a gathering place for activities

such as all-school chapel and assemblies, sports, and music and drama produc- tions. The new gym is expected to be complete in early 2024. 512-864-9500. www.gracetx.org IN THE NEWS 11 The teen and senior side of the Georgetown Recreation Center at 1003 N. Austin Ave., Georgetown, closed April 24 for light renovations, including storage expansion and updates to sta areas. The area will remain closed for summer camps. https://georgetown.org 12 St. David’s Georgetown Hospital , located at 2000 Scenic Drive, George- town, announced two new leaders in April: Kyle Landry as its next CEO and Dr. Eva Slavcheva as the facility’s chief medical o£cer. www.stdavids.com

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FEATURED IMPACT NOW OPEN The Hacienda at Georgetown , a senior living community featuring 231 residences, opened April 15 at 60 Del Webb Blvd., Georgetown. The new community—managed by Watermark Retirement Communities— features one- and two-bedroom layouts, and provides various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, short-term stays and memory care. Amenities include a salon and spa, a swimming pool, a dog run, an amphitheater, a virtual reality system, and more.

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TODO LIST

May & June events

20 EAT BARBECUE Nonprot organization Heroes Night Out, which oers a variety of support services for service members, veterans and military families, is hosting its 11th annual Heroes Appreciation BBQ. The event, to be held at Reunion Ranch, is meant to provide veterans and their families a space to relax, enjoy fun activities and connect with others. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free for military, veterans, rst responders and their families. 850 CR 255, Georgetown. www.heroesnightout.org 21 GO TO A TEXAS BACH FESTIVAL EVENT The rst event of the 2023 Texas Bach Festival will be held at the Georgetown Public Library, where Gil Zilkha and Rick Rowley will perform “Winterreise,” a cycle of 24 songs by Austrian composer Franz Schubert, with words by poet Wilhelm Muller. The event is limited to 200 attendees. 2 p.m. Free. 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. www.texasbachfestival.org 27 LEARN HOW TO WRITE A BOOK The San Gabriel Writers’ League is hosting a panel discussion, Write a Book How-to A-Z, inviting the public to the Georgetown Public Library to hear from experienced authors, editors,

MAY THROUGH JUNE 23 VISIT THE HEALING ARTS GALLERY The Healing Arts Gallery at St. David’s Georgetown Hospital is hosting an exhibit by the Williamson County Art Guild. Made up of oil and acrylic paintings as well as photographs and pastels, the exhibit includes nature themes, such as birds, owers, animals, landscapes and abstract representations. The exhibit is open during hospital hours. Free. 2000 Scenic Drive, Georgetown. 512-943-4183. www.stdavids.com 19 THROUGH JUNE 18 SEE A MUSICAL PRODUCTION Georgetown Palace Theatre is presenting “Once On This Island,” an original Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale “The Little Mermaid.” The show follows peasant girl Ti Moune, who rescues wealthy boy Daniel from the other side of the island and falls in love with him. Unbeknownst to Ti, gods who preside over the island make a bet with one another over which is stronger, love or death, and the stakes are Ti’s life. $17 (children), $36 (adults). 512-869-7469. www.georgetownpalace.com

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The sta at Garey Park is hosting a morning of shing at the park’s two stocked shing ponds for both beginner and advanced participants. Equipment, instruction and bait will be provided. Preregistration is required, and the fee includes the entry cost to the park. 8-10 a.m. $15 (residents), $20 (nonresidents). 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown. 512-930-6800. https://parks.georgetown.org

Georgetown Parks & Recreation is hosting its 2023 Sunset Movie Series starting with a screening of “Sing 2” at The Legacy Pavilion at San Gabriel Park. The public is invited to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. The city will also show “Lightyear” on Aug. 11 as part of the lm series. Movie begins at dusk around 8:30 p.m. Free. 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. 512-930-8468. https://parks.georgetown.org

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receive a medal and a bib. Bibs can be picked up at Fleet Feet Georgetown on June 5-6 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Race day pickup is not available. Race begins at 6 p.m. $20. Legacy Pavilion at San Gabriel Park, 521 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. www.eetfeet.com 10 ATTEND AN ART CLASS Area artist J Muzacz will lead an introductory mosaic workshop at the Georgetown Art Center, where he will teach aspiring artists the basics of mosaic artwork. The workshop includes a brief introduction to the art form and all materials, tools, supplies and instruction will be available for participants to create their own piece. 1-4 p.m. $85. 816 S. Main St., Georgetown. 512-930-2583. www.georgetownartcentertx.org 18 SEE A CONCERT AT THE LIBRARY Classical musician Joseph Palmer will perform at the Georgetown Public Library as part of its monthly live music program. Palmer, a member of the Grammy Award-nominated Texas Guitar Quartet, has been awarded 16 prizes in international guitar competitions as well as being a featured soloist in the U.S. and abroad. 2 p.m. Free. 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. https://library.georgetown.org

publishers and illustrators. The event includes drawings for free books and a free 2023 membership in the San Gabriel Writers’ League. 2-4 p.m. Free. 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. www.sangabrielwriters.com JUNE 02 PLAY IN A GOLF TOURNAMENT Golfers can take part in the Georgetown Rotary Invitational Golf Tournament, the proceeds for which go to programs supporting youth. The Rotary Club of Georgetown supports literacy projects, youth scholarships, programs to prevent human tra§ck- ing and more. The tournament will be played at Cowan Creek Golf Course, and an afterparty will be held with a live band and a buet-style dinner. 11 a.m. (registration), 1 p.m. (shotgun start), 5:30 p.m. (afterparty). $155 (single-player registration), $310 (double), $465 (triple), $620 (full team). 1433 Cool Spring Way, George- town. www.georgetownrotary.org 03 JOIN A GROUP BIKE RIDE The Swim Bike Run Fun Club is hosting a group bike ride that will tour the countryside of Walburg. The ride is approximately 21 miles with a stop

to take photos in downtown Walburg. Afterward, the group will meet at BiG Cafe and Shop to support the Brookwood Vocational Special Needs Community. 7:45 a.m. 905 N. Church St., Georgetown. www.swimbikerunfun.net 05 THROUGH 06 LEARN FROM A LECTURE SERIES The Senior University Summer Lecture Series will be held at Olin Hall on the Southwestern University campus, where attendees can hear from a variety of experts on subjects such as the arts, entertainment and science. The series includes lectures on space travel, preparations for retirement, anatomy of theater productions and gene editing. Two classes will be held each day from 9-10 a.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free (registered members of Senior University), $75 (nonmembers). 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown. 512-863-1680. www.senioruniv.org 07 CELEBRATE GLOBAL RUNNING DAY The Big Run 5K presented by Michelob Ultra is open to runners and walkers of all abilities, allowing folks to get outdoors, connect with others and cross the nish line. The rst 100 participants to register for the untimed event will

The Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market will include four Georgetown vendors. WORTH THE TRIP Through May 29: The Blue Genie Art Bazaar’s May Market is open weekends through Memorial Day, bringing local artisans together. This year, the market will feature four Georgetown vendors: Beyond the Above, selling reiki-charged crystal jewelry; Keiko Hayner Illustrations, selling prints and merchandise with her images; Year 901, selling handmade playful jewelry; and Yikes Twins, selling hooded towels and baby accessories. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Fri.-Sun.). Free. 6100 Airport Blvd., Austin. 512-222-7303. www.bluegenieartbazaar.com

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TRANSPORTATION UPDATES 183A Toll project in

UPCOMING PROJECTS

The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority is constructing two tolled lanes in each direction, multiple bridges and a shared-use path during Phase 3 of the 183A Toll project.

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Construction on the 183A Toll extension from northern Leander to Liberty Hill—which aims to provide congestion relief for Williamson County’s growing population—was about 53% completed as of mid-April. Stretching from Hero Way in Leander to Hwy. 29 in Liberty Hill, the 5.3-mile extension will be built within the US 183 median between two existing frontage roads. It will consist of two tolled southbound and northbound lanes as well as a 7-mile, 10-foot shared-use path. Work on the $259 million project began in 2021, and it is on time to reach completion in 2025. The toll road is expected to save commuters time by eliminating four signalized intersections at San Gabriel Parkway, Bryson Ridge Trail,

ALL INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE WAS UPDATED AS OF MAY 4. NEWS OR QUESTIONS ABOUT THESE OR OTHER LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS? EMAIL US AT GEONEWSCOMMUNITYIMPACT.COM. expanding the roadway over the next several decades as the area continues to grow, according to Williamson County ocials. Timeline: fall 2023-mid-2025 Cost: $22.5 million Funding sources: city of Georgetown, Williamson County Sam Houston Avenue extension In a joint project between the city of Georgetown and Williamson County, a two-lane road will be constructed extending Sam Houston Avenue from Patriot Way to Hwy. 29 with a bridge over SH 130. This will be the initial phase of the project with potential future phases building out and

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Whitewing Drive/Larkspur Park Boulevard and Hwy. 29. “It is going to be a huge trac reliever for the folks that commute south,” Williamson County Commis- sioner Cynthia Long said. This extension is the third phase of the 183A Toll project. Phases 1 and 2 of the toll system extend from RM 620 in Austin to RM 1431 in Cedar Park and from RM 1431 to Hero Way in Leander, respectively. The Central Texas Regional Mobil- ity Authority is extending the toll as

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Projects underway in the Georgetown area

Developer to bring mixed-use business park with exible space to Georgetown

Freehill Development Co. project adds to city’s industrial space

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businesses and job growth,” she said. The company expects to break ground on the project this fall. The majority of it—170,000 square feet across four buildings—will be designed as exible research and development space, Harlander said. Around 40,000 square feet split between two buildings will be single-story commercial o ces, and nearly 15,000 square feet will be used as retail space. The land also includes a pad site suitable for a free-standing restau- rant or a building with medical and health care uses. While St. John Properties has begun developing the project on a speculative basis, Harlander said the company has experience accommodating specialty clients in need of lab space or other types of secured facilities. “We can also cater to neighbor- hood needs, like if someone needs

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Near the intersection of Westing- house Road and North Mays Street in Georgetown, a 35-acre site will be the location of a new mixed-use business community, Westinghouse Crossing. Purchased by St. John Proper- ties Inc., the project will include 225,000 square feet of ex research and development, single-story commercial o ce, and retail space. It’s the rst acquisition by the company since it opened a regional o ce in Austin in spring 2022. According to Brooke Harlander, St. John Properties regional part- ner, the company plans to expand its real estate portfolio throughout Central Texas. “I think that as a commercial developer, we just saw the oppor- tunity where there’s been a lot of residential growth and a lot of industrial growth, and our product type denitely caters more to small

As one of Freehill Development Co.’s ve projects to bring 1.1 mil- lion square feet of industrial space to Central Texas, the developer is working on a 176,000-square-foot campus at 1300 Westinghouse Road, Georgetown. The property, which is being built speculatively, includes o ce, warehouse and showroom spaces ranging from 4,500-55,750 square feet. Space: 176,000 square feet Timeline: February-July

a physical therapy o ce,” she said. St. John Properties plans to nish the rst two buildings of Westinghouse Crossing by fall 2024, Harlander said. In the meantime, the company will be starting conversations with potential clients in need of new space. Space: 225,000 square feet Timeline: rst two buildings complete by fall 2024

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Georgetown shortens watering hours for residents, businesses

WATERing SCHEDULES The city of Georgetown changed the times during which residents and commercial customers may use automatic irrigation systems and hose-end sprinklers. Nondrought conditions: midnight-10 a.m. and 7 p.m.-midnight (two days a week) Phase 1 of drought contingency plan: midnight-9 a.m. and 7 p.m.-midnight (two days a week) Phase 2 of drought contingency plan: midnight-7 a.m. and 7 p.m.-midnight (one day a week)

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a 12-month period and what phase of the drought contingency plan is in eect. Similarly, businesses may receive a ne ranging from $250-$800. However, nes are not the goal of these measures, Solomon said. “We just want people to be responsible and [water] on the right day,” she said. The department recently conducted a study looking at 25,000 Georgetown water customers over a three-month period. It found nearly 600 Olym- pic-sized pools of water were being used for irrigation on the wrong day. New rules are also in place to educate those with drip irrigation and sprinkler systems. Developers and

Georgetown residents, businesses and developers have new schedules to adhere to when watering their lawns in addition to new rules to follow when installing or maintaining irrigation systems. Both residents and businesses may only water during evening and morning hours regardless of drought conditions. During nondrought con- ditions, Georgetown residents may water two days a week. As of May 10, the city was in Phase 2 of its drought contingency plan, which limits water to one day a week. The fees for watering outside of the scheduled times also changed with the city separating

NEW FEE STRUCTURE

Recent conservation measures approved by Georgetown City Council change the fee structure for watering outside of scheduled hours, separating residents from businesses. Fees are given after one courtesy notication and are based on what phase of the drought contingency plan the city is in and the number of violations in a 12-month period. $50-$650 Residential violations $250-$800 Nonresidential violations

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installers are now required to provide property owners with instruction on how to use irriga- tion systems and maintain turf along with the city’s water schedule and

Due to ongoing periods of drought, the city of Georgetown has encouraged residents to be good stewards of the city’s water supply and provided the following tips.

“WE JUST WANT PEOPLE TO BE RESPONSIBLE

residential pen- alties from nes imposed on devel- opers, builders and homeowners associations. Meanwhile, irrigation installers

ANDWATER ON THE RIGHT DAY.” CHELSEA SOLOMON, DIRECTOR OF WATER UTILITIES

Keep taller grass to protect the ground underneath and maintain moisture.

Only water when needed.

Ensure sprinkler heads are always aimed at turf/ planted areas.

Use a broom to clean patios, decks and sidewalks.

and HOAs will be required to have inspections done on their systems. These new measures are part of the city’s larger eorts to proactively address water capacity concerns and refresh its conservation ordinances, which Director of Water Utilities Chelsea Solomon said hadn’t been done in years. “Our standard is two days a week, but we allowed watering anytime a day,” she said. “So that’s not really being very responsible.” Education before enforcement The city has a few ways to enforce its watering rules, including an online form for the public to report a violation. City sta may witness a violation; however, the utilities department also has an automatic metering infrastructure system it can use to see when people are watering outside of their allotted hours. When a violation occurs, the city will provide property owners with a courtesy notice on the rst occurrence. Subsequent violations can result in nes for residents ranging from $50-$650, depending on the number of infractions within

a copy of the design plan. HOAs and commercial properties must also have systems inspected every two years. Conservation through regulation Georgetown City Council approved the ordinance changes at its April 11 meeting following several discussions. Throughout the process, council members discussed whether the city should motivate public conservation eorts through increasing rates or regulations. District 7 Council Member Ben Stewart said at the April 11 meeting he was supportive of the city taking steps to preserve resources but was the one dissenting vote, favoring a stricter rate structure rather than tighter outdoor watering schedules. “My concern is the citizens have paid for the ability to treat water and consume water like this,” he said. “Now we’re saying outside of any kind of condition that would really need us to kind of restrict usage, we’re going to apply more regulation on top of this.” The recent ordinance changes apply only to in-city customers for now, but the ultimate goal is to

Use a bucket of soapy water or have a nozzle attachment on hoses when washing vehicles.

Turn o irrigation systems when rain is forecasted.

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update customer service agreements across Georgetown’s extraterritorial jurisdiction so all Georgetown Util- ities users are treated consistently, city sta said. District 4 Council Member Ron Garland said if the city can properly educate the public about its eorts to limit water usage, it would ease concerns about both its available drinking water and the new watering schedules. “I think the time frame on water- ing is just one of those things that most people will say, ‘That makes sense,’” he said. According to city sta, increased water conservation measures are something the Texas Water Develop- ment Board would like to see when looking to allocate state funding in

the future. The city is also required to provide the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality with a conservation report every ve years. Around 90% of the city’s water supply comes from Lake George- town and Lake Stillhouse—the elevations of which drop during the summer months. Solomon pointed to other states, such as California, where reservoir levels have signi- cantly declined and said George- town needs to ensure it doesn’t end up in the same boat. “All of our eggs are in the surface water basket,” she said. “So we need to learn from other people’s situa- tions and just kind of make sure that we don’t repeat them and that we do the best we can to be e¥cient and responsible with what we have.”

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PARKS & RECREATION Nonprot, university partner to build trails connecting to campus

The trails underway on the Southwestern University campus will connect and interplay with existing trails and paths. CREATING CONNECTIONS A group of volunteers, largely made up of Southwestern University students, works to create natural surface trails. PHOTOS COURTESY GEORGETOWN TRAILS FOUNDATION

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make it safer that way [and] easier for families to access it or even those that aren’t as capable of crawling through, over and under things,” Zander said. Zander estimates the per-mile cost to create natural trials is around $50,000, not inclusive of maintenance. Much of the work for this project will be carried out by volunteers, he said, and is expected to conclude later this year. Information about volunteering for dig days and a map of the foundation’s trails are available at www.georgetowntrails.org. McCormick said the foundation will soon begin oering opportunities “It just keeps veg- etation in place and makes everything more accessible,” he said. “Trac is important to sustaining a trail system.” Zander said eventually there will be a new trailhead on the university’s campus before tying into another existing trailhead on the opposite side of the university’s property. Secord said the trail will not only allow stu- dents to be more connected to the city, but also to the natural environment around the university. “They don’t need to drive or bike to a trailhead,” Secord said. “It’ll be right here and open to them.” for volunteers to “adopt” a mile of trail and assist with its upkeep. One of the easiest ways to maintain a trail is to use it, McCormick said.

Southwestern University students will soon be connected to the rest of the city of Georgetown by up to 6 miles of hike and bike trails. In partnership with the university, nonprot Georgetown Trails Foun- dation is working to clear natural, multiuse paths on a portion of the university’s property along the San Gabriel River. The area being transformed into trails is largely unnavigable, said Paul Secord, Southwestern University’s vice president for university relations, but

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Existing Katy Crossing Loop Trail Existing Pirates Booty Phase 1 Proposed trails Existing Southwestern University path

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will provide views of the river and a historic railroad trestle bridge once completed. The project is spearheaded by the foundation, an organization working to expand the city’s existing

“WE’LL GO IN AND CLEAR THE CORRIDOR, MAKE IT SAFER THAT WAY AND EASIER FOR FAMILIES TO ACCESS IT.” AARON ZANDER, GEORGETOWN TRAILS FOUNDATION BOARD VICE PRESIDENT

TRAILBLAZING Cove McCormick, a Georgetown Trails Foundation board member, said the foundation uses a four-step process to create natural trails.

4. Scratch: Remove vegetation and roots from the path, leaving a natural hike and bike trail. 3. Clear the corridor: Clear the pathway of debris, limbs or any other obstructions, and mow grass if necessary. 2. Flag: Place high-visibility ags to mark out the direction of the trail. 1. Scout: Find a location suitable for a cleared and established trail.

system of natural unpaved or graveled trails. Ultimately, foundation board member Cove McCormick said, the foundation’s master plan will add 43 miles of natural trails within the city limits. Work on the trail near Southwestern began March 25, starting at the Katy Crossing Loop Trail trailhead. Foun- dation board Vice President Aaron Zander said volunteers, a majority of whom are university students, cleared about a half-mile of natural trail over the course of a couple of weekends. “We’ll go in and clear the corridor,

The Georgetown Trails Foundation designs multiuse natural surface trails.

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REGIONAL GUIDE

A noncomprehensive guide to regional splash pad destinations

Splash Pad Guide 2023

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If you are looking for a new place to cool o this summer, check out Community Impact ’s regional splash pad guide, featuring destinations from across Central Texas. The following key indicates additional amenities o ered near the splash pad. This list is noncomprehensive.

5 Glenwood Splash Pad is open daily during the summer and consists of ground and raised spray features. The 25-foot-wide splash pad is button activated. Cost: free Hours: 8 a.m.-8 pm. daily Dates open: May 2Oct. 2 101 Fishbaugh Drive, Hutto 512 759 4000 www.huttotx.gov 6 Lakewood Park Splash Park in Leander is near the city’s shing pier, lakeside pavilions and a host of other park amenities. Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: April 1Oct. 15 2040 Artesian Springs Crossing, Leander 512 528 9909 www.leandertx.gov 7 Main Street Plaza Fountain in downtown Round Rock doubles as a concrete splash pad. It may close for some holidays and special events that take place in the plaza.

Wed. 7:30 a.m.-noon.; Fri.-Sat. 7:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Dates open: year round 221 E. Main St., Round Rock 512 218 5540 www.roundrocktexas.gov

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North Central Texas 1 Brushy Creek Lake Park ’s splash pad includes both ground and raised water elements on a concrete pad. Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, weekends only in September Dates open: May 1Sept. 30 3300 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park 512 401 5500 www.cedarparktexas.gov 2 The splash pad in Downtown Georgetown is directly next to the city’s art center in its brick courtyard. Cost: free

3 The Falcon Pointe Splash Park in Pugerville is button operated to conserve water. The aquatic city-owned amenity also includes an adjacent playground for a variety of ways to play. Cost: free Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. daily Dates open: May 20-late September 1813 Tranquility Lane, Pugerville 512 990 6350 https://parks.pugervilletx.gov 4 The Garey Park Splash Pad has a variety of water features in its 7,000-square- foot space, including water cannons, tunnels, a spider spray and a water mill. Cost: free (ages 3 and younger), $2 (residents), $4 (nonresidents) Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., closed Sun.

8 At Rabbit Hill Park a large spider and dragony mural makes up the base of this large splash pad. The spider fountain’s spray of water measures over 2,000 square feet.

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: April 8Sept. 30 1109 Blue Ridge Drive, Georgetown 512 930 3595 https://parks.georgetown.org

9 Spanning more than 1,600 square feet, the San Jose Park splash pad has 15 dierent water features to spray, shower and shoot water at visitors. It is partially shaded.

Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: April 1Sept. 30 816 S. Main St., Georgetown 512 930 3595 https://parks.georgetown.org

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: April 1Sept. 30 1707 San Jose St., Georgetown 512 930 3595 https://parks.georgetown.org

Dates open: April 1Oct. 31 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown 512 930 6800 https://parks.georgetown.org

Cost: free Hours: Sun.-Tue, Thu. 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m.;

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10 The city of Pugerville’s Stone Hill Splash Pad is open to children of all ages. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No dogs are allowed in the splash pad, although there is a separate dog park.

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Cost: free Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily Dates open: May 20Sept. 4 1124 Town Center Drive, Pugerville 512 990 6350 https://parks.pugervilletx.gov

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. daily

204 San Antonio Road, Buda 512 312 0084 www.budatx.gov

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Dates open: year round 201 Dawson Road, Austin 512 974 9330 www.austintexas.gov 18 Pease Splash Pad at Kingsbury Commons in Pease Park is centrally located in Austin near The University of Texas campus. Cost: free Hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily Dates open: May 1Oct. 31 1100 Kingsbury St., Austin 512 842 9018 www.peasepark.org 19 In addition to a shaded splash pad with a variety of water play features, Ricky Guerrero Park has a host of amenities, such as a park pavilion and a playground.

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15 New Braunfels’ largest park, Fischer Park ,has a splash pad with water features that spray, spout, mist and pour. The water is reused for park irrigation. Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily Dates open: March 13Oct. 31 1935 Hilltop Summit Road, New Braunfels 830 221 4350 www.nbtexas.org 16 Green Meadows Park features upgraded bathroom facilities, a large parking lot, event space and a splash pad.

11 Quarry Splash Pad at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park includes slides, ground-based watering elements, and adjacent picnic tables and grassy areas for families to spread out. Cost: $2 Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mon.-Tue. (except Memorial Day & Labor Day) Dates open: May 27Sept. 4 3005 CR 175, Leander 512 943 1920 https://parks.wilco.org 12 The touch-activated splash pad in Wetzel Park oers a variety of water elements to entertain visitors. Adjacent picnic tables and a playground are available.

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13 Bartholomew Splash Pad , which is covered by a shade structure, is located in Bartholomew District Park along with a disc golf course, picnic areas and playgrounds. Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: May 1Oct. 31 5201 Berkman Drive, Austin 512 974 9330 www.austintexas.gov 14 City Park , a 59-acre park in downtown Buda, oers playgrounds and volleyball courts in addition to community gathering spaces and a splash pad with many water- spouting elements.

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: May 1Sept. 4 2357 Green Meadows Lane, Buda 512 312 0084 www.budatx.gov

Cost: free Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: April 1Oct. 1 821 Loop 332, Liberty Hill 512 778 5449 www.experiencelhtx.com/wetzel-park

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily

Dates open: May 1Oct. 31 (The splash pad’s opening was delayed until mid-May for repairs.) 1100 Brodie St., Austin 512 974 9330 www.austintexas.gov

Cost: free Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily Dates open: May 1Sept. 4

17 Liz Carpenter Splash Pad is located in Butler Park in downtown Austin near several city walking trails, restaurants and retail.

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