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Vacation rentals face new oversight

BY DANIEL SCHWALM Beginning Oct. 1, Cedar Park will require owners of short-term rentals to register with the city and pay a $100 annual fee. Cedar Park City Council passed an ordinance requiring registration April 23. City sta said the new ordinance will help the city track where short-term rentals are located within the city and ensure the collection of hotel occupancy tax. The city de nes a short-term rental as “the rental of all or part of a residential property for a period of 30 consecutive days or fewer to an indi- vidual who is not a permanent resident.” Short- term rentals include rentals through websites like Airbnb and Vrbo. Cedar Park to require short-term rental registration

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Short-term rentals generate roughly $6 million in revenue for local homeowners annually, according to data from short-term rental data analytics company AirDNA. (Courtesy Roschetzky Photography)

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Events

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Home insurance rates

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Historic Home Guide

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Check out a list of upcoming local events

See what’s driving Texas’ high insurance rates

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2 Cedar Bark Park The city of Cedar Park’s 5-acre dog park underwent improvements in early 2026, including the installation of new fencing. The park closed for roughly three weeks during construction and has since reopened, according to parks and recreation sta. Located within Veterans Memorial Park, the dog park features a dog pond, pet waste stations, benches, drinking fountains and dog showers. • Reopened in March • 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park • www.cedarparktexas.gov/1458/Cedar-Bark-Park 3 Dipti Boutique The boutique, which celebrated its grand opening in February, oers a wide range of Indian clothing for customers of all ages. Beyond classic styles like saris and lehengas, the store also oers stitching and alterations. • Opened in February • 15281 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 12170, Leander • Facebook: Dipti Boutique 4 Family Barn The locally owned indoor playground and coee shop has opened a second location in Cedar Park. Owner Jane Korenskiy said her goal is to provide a safe and vibrant play environment for kids and a relaxing space for parents. The playground is for kids ages 6 months to 6 years. Parents are asked to book a play session online in advance. • Opened May 1 • 3115 Kenai Drive, Ste. 100, Cedar Park • familyplaybarn.com 5 Hanshin Pocha Known for a menu stacked with Korean comfort food, the national restaurant group opened a new location near Lakeline Mall. Named after the Korean term “Pocha,” or outdoor food wagons evolved into semi- outdoor stalls, the concept features items such as fried dumplings, Korean pancakes, Kimchi fried rice, stir-fried udon with brisket and more. • Opened Feb. 5 • 11301 Lakeline Blvd., Bldg. 8, Ste. 114, Austin • www.hanshinpochaus.com 6 Hounds Town The center oers a variety of pet services, including dog

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renovations last year to include new features such as the slip-resistant surface Life Floor and water sprays camouaged as rocks. Children can enjoy multiple play zones at the pad, located in Brushy Creek Lake Park. • Reopened May 2 • Brushy Creek Lake Park, 3300 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park • https://bit.ly/4ngesTY

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1 Brushy Creek Splash Pad The splash pad, which is free, has reopened for the season. The city completed $1.1 million in

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day care, overnight boarding for dogs and cats, and dog spa and grooming services such as baths, fur dematting, nail trims and oral care. • Opened in March • 10700 Anderson Mill Road, Ste. 207, Austin • www.houndstownusa.com

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7 Birds Barbershop Owners Michael Portman and Jayson Rapaport will expand Birds Barbershop this summer with a new location serving the North Austin-Cedar Park area, according to a representative from the business. The barbershop oers color services, cuts and styling. • Opening in July • 9900 W. Parmer Lane, Ste. A-215, Austin • www.birdsbarbershop.com 8 Kathy Manning Athletic Center T&C Sports’ Town & Country Optimist Foundation broke ground on the ¤rst phase of a 40,000-square-foot facility March 30. It will include indoor basketball, volleyball and futsal courts. • Opening in November • 13398 Morris Road, Austin • www.tandcsports.org 9 TopSpin Tennis Academy The tennis coaching facility is a family-oriented learning center for children, junior and adult tennis players. The 19,136-square-foot facility features two full-sized indoor tennis courts, four indoor red and pickleball courts, a full restroom with showers, a small cafe, and a full pro shop oering gear, athletic clothing, and string services. The academy is headed by coach Dave Ndinya, a Division I athlete and coach of U.S. Open player Mary Gambale. • Opening by the end of May • 220 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park • www.thetopspinacademy.com

11 Conejos Tex-Mex Cantina The Leander agship restaurant is expanding with two new locations in Round Rock and Cedar Park. Co-owner Bobby Hernandez said he expects the Cedar Park location to open in the fall. Hernandez said the menu will be the same across all three locations, oering tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas and more. • Opening October-November • 2875 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 190, Cedar Park • www.conejostx.com barbecue and hot pot. According to a permit ¤led with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, construction for the $500,000 project is expected to begin in June and last through December. The concept is known for allowing customers to choose among Korean barbecue, hot pot or both, with a selection of meats and vegetables. The menu also features wine, beer and cocktails. • 13945 N. US 183, Ste. B5, Austin • www.thekpot.com 12 Melto Ice Cream Shop A new artisan ice cream concept is headed to Cedar Park. According to a permit ¤led with TDLR, the $200,000 project is expected to see the interior ¤nish- out for the roughly 1,500-square-foot shop completed by December 2027.

13 Southern Steer Butcher The butcher shop oers a range of artisanal cuts of meat, including poultry and pork, alongside a variety of prepared sides, appetizers and desserts. Shoppers can also ¤nd a selection of seasonings, salts, rubs, jams, salsas and marinades. The storefront is expected to open sometime this summer, according to a company representative. • 4701 183A Toll, Bldg. A, Ste. 100, Cedar Park • www.southernsteer.com

• 14300 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 203, Cedar Park • www.melto.rf.gd/about

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14 Willowbrae Childcare Academy A Canada-based child care facility is opening along North Lakeline Boulevard. The academy oers programs for families with infants through school-aged children. The child care center will open its doors to families and children this summer, according to an update from a company representative. • Opening in June • 1301 N. Lakeline Blvd., Cedar Park • www.willowbraechildcarecedarparktx.com

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Government

BY DANIEL SCHWALM

Lakeline Park expansion unveiled

What’s next

City documents say the project aligns with o cials’ goal of promoting “livability and sense of place” through “recreation and cultural opportunities.” The next step of the project will involve the detailed design and engineering of the improvements. Parks and Recreation Director Mike DeVito said sta will bring a design contract to City Council at a future date.

Cedar Park ocials approved plans April 23 for the buildout of Lakeline Park. Enhancements are planned for ve distinct areas: • Western Woodlands: New trails, including a further extension of the Brushy Creek Regional Trail. • Southern Meadows: Improvements include additional restrooms, a disc golf course and a nature play area. • Health-Sports Loop: Plans outline additional restrooms, a new “athletics social grove” and more shade trees. • Cultural Lakefront Promenade: Plans include a gathering space and rebuilt pavilion along the lakefront. • Southern Woodlands: This area will see an elevated canopy walk with an outlook over the lake as well as an “interactive” kayak stop on the lake.

1 Western Woodlands: 36 Acres 2 Southern Meadows: 33 Acres 3 Health & Sports Loop: 35 Acres 4 Cultural Lakefront promenade: 64 Acres 5 Southern Woodlands: 58 Acres

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Lakeline Park’s enhancements include an elevated canopy walk with outlooks over the creek and lake.

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Election

BY DANIEL SCHWALM

For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide. Election results breakdown The city of Cedar Park conducted a general election May 2 for voters’ City Council members, including the mayoral seat, Place 2, Place 4 and Place 6, as well as 15 charter amendments. SOURCES: TRAVIS COUNTY, WILLIAMSON COUNTYCOMMUNITY IMPACT

Proposition C: Compensation for property acquired by eminent domain

Proposition J: Expressly providing for city attorney's representation of the city in legal matters

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77.6%

Incumbent

Winner

78.30%

Mayor

Proposition D: Compensation for mayor and council members

68% Jim Penniman-Morin 32% Dean Doscher

Proposition K: Removing requirement of city secretary's voter eligibility list in accordance with state law

53.05%

City Council Place 2

Proposition E: Removing reference to "plats" in charter

58.37%

53% Darron Jurajda 47% Mel Kirkland

72.74%

Proposition L: Removing signature validity or verication requirements for petitions in accordance with state law

City Council Place 4

Proposition F: Removing deadline for council's adoption of procedure to ll vacancies

58% Michael Endres 42% Kevin O'Bryan

54.21%

54.77%

City Council Place 6

Proposition M: Aligning recall election procedures with state law

Proposition G: Extending prohibition on mayor and council employment with city after leaving oce

56% Shweta Padmanabha 44% Randy Strader

66.47%

75.22%

Charter amendment election

Proposition N: Consolidating and clarifying charter provisions regarding prohibitions

Proposition H: Allowing for publication notices of ordinances in general

Amendment approved

Proposition A: Extension and contraction of boundaries

76.16%

83.02%

73.32%

Proposition I: Removing redundant provision on emergency ordinance adoption

Proposition O: Allowing for appointment of citizen Charter Review Committee

Proposition B: Clarifying city's general authority

74.6%

77.23%

72.71%

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Transportation

BY DANIEL SCHWALM & HAMERA SHABBIR

Cedar Park OKs $3.6M in road rehab Cedar Park City Council approved two road resurfacing contracts totaling about $3.6 million April 9, with work expected to begin this summer lasting around 2 months. The details The road resurfacing is split into two projects, covering major roads, including Anderson Mill Road, Park Street and the northbound lanes of Lakeline Boulevard, as well as neighborhood roads, including streets in the Buttercup Creek, Parkway and Parkwest Estates communities. Funding the project The road rehabilitation is funded through the 2022 bond program, 2024 certicate of obligation funds, and annual pavement maintenance funds, according to city sta.

Signicant trac shifts at New Hope Drive, 183A Cedar Park drivers will notice a signicant change in the trac patterns along New Hope Drive from Main Street to CR 180—specically the intersection of New Hope Drive and 183A Toll—as the city begins road work along the corridor, according to a March 30 announcement from the city. Dubbed the “183A Innovative Intersection” by the city, the left-turn lanes along the 183A frontage roads will operate dierently, following a new route across the intersection to merge onto New Hope Drive. The redesign will apply only to northbound and southbound drivers on the 183A frontage road turning left onto New Hope Drive. All directions of travel along 183A frontage roads and New Hope Drive will be maintained. Some context This project is part of ongoing road improvements and economic development in Cedar Park and is

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anticipated to be completed in the spring of 2027. The project aims to cut down on trac at the intersection while increasing capacity. In May, construction on a new Marriott hotel and convention center is slated to break ground less than a mile from the intersection, which is part of a larger mixed-use site called CedarView. While CedarView developers will front the costs of construction, the city will still ensure “all the rules and standards are being followed,” city ocials said.

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1 Lakeline Boulevard shared-use path Project: A 10-foot paved shared-use path is planned along Lakeline Boulevard between New Hope Drive and Little Elm Trail to improve pedestrian and bicycle connectivity. Update: Design is 90% complete. Plans have been revised to modify an existing roadway bridge rather than construct a new pedestrian bridge, with nal design and permitting ongoing. • Timeline: 2024-26 • Cost: $10.5 million • Funding source: Texas Department of Transportation 2 RM 1431 road and intersection improvements Project: Road improvements are planned from A New Hope Drive to Bagdad Road and also at the B RM 1431 and Whitestone Boulevard intersection near 183A Toll, both in a attempt to improve trac ow and enhance safety for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. Update: The city and Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority have nalized an agreement for CTRMA to lead project delivery, and the project is moving into preliminary engineering and design of the intersection. • Timeline: 2025-27 • Cost: $27.8 million • Funding source: City of Cedar Park, Mobility Authority, federal grant 3 183A at Scottsdale dedicated U-turn Project: Plans for the improvement project at 183A Toll and Scottsdale Drive include a redesigned intersection with a free-ow U-turn and added turn lanes to improve trac ow. Update: Design is underway.

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Update: Construction is active between Block House Drive and CR 180, with a trac shift expected as work progresses. Design work continues on the western segment toward Lakeline Boulevard. • Timeline: 2024-27 • Cost: design phase $1.8 million • Funding source: 2022 transportation bond 5 Toro Grande Boulevard roadway improvements Project: Work is underway to improve and extend Toro Grande Boulevard. The north side will receive intersection improvements, turn lanes and pedestrian infrastructure, while the south will enhance connectivity between RM 1431, New Hope Drive and Parmer Lane. Update: Since early April, drivers follow lane adjustments along Toro Grande Boulevard at the RM 1431 intersection. The city broke ground on the expansion portion of the project in November.

Construction is progressing on roadway widening, utilities and drainage across multiple segments. • Timeline: 2025-27 • Cost: $38.1 million • Funding source: Cedar Park 2015 and 2022 bond programs, Williamson County 6 183A Toll frontage roads Project: This project will add two lanes on either side of 183A Toll from East Whitestone Boulevard to Avery Ranch Boulevard. Update: Construction is underway on both the north and southbound frontage roads.

• Timeline: 2026-27 • Cost: $1.3 million • Funding source: 2022 transportation bond

Ongoing projects

• Timeline: 2025-29 • Cost: $139 million • Funding source: TxDOT

4 New Hope Drive expansion Project: Trac changes are underway as the city expands New Hope Drive from four to six lanes and introduces an innovative intersection at 183A Toll.

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Development

BY DANIEL SCHWALM & GRACIE WARHURST

194 apartments headed to the Bell District A developer is moving forward with a 194-unit apartment complex in the Bell District in Cedar Park, according to a ling with the Texas Depart- ment of Licensing and Regulation. The timeline According to the ling, the developer expects to begin construction in November 2026 and com- plete it in November 2028. The details The project, referred to in the ling as Bell District Block B, is described as a multifamily mixed-use project wrapped around a parking deck with about 530 spaces. It will also include “an indoor amenity, leasing lobby space and an outdoor pool courtyard for residents.” The development spans 462,000 square feet and is estimated to cost upwards of $65 million,

Ocials OK changes to Indigo Ridge South Cedar Park City Council approved a rezoning request April 23 for the roughly 100-acre Indigo Ridge South site, a planned mixed-use development, which will include commercial, o ce and resi- dential areas. The project is a planned development district with general business and mixed- use development. According to city documents, the revised plan adds about 5 acres recently purchased on the site’s northwest corner and dedicates right of way for the future extension of Commerce Parkway and the ongoing extension of Toro Grande Boulevard. City sta recommended approval, citing that the project aligns with the city’s vision for “walkable and urban” development.

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The Bell District is a partnership between the city of Cedar Park and private developer RedLeaf with the goal of building “the heart” of Cedar Park—a walkable, community-oriented district. The Bell District is already home to the Cedar Park Public Library and Bell Park. Future plans for the district include a great lawn, expanded trails, retail space, townhomes and o ce space.

Ascension Seton invests $800M in local hospitals The Ascension Seton Health Alliance, a network of doctors and hospitals in the Austin metro area, announced plans to invest $800 million in its Wil- liamson County facilities through a nonprot bond. The breakdown

Court in late 2025. Upgrades to Williamson County facilities include: • $480M: Ascension Seton Cedar Park Hospital • $25M: Ascension Seton Wound Care Center in Cedar Park • $20M: Ascension Seton Emergency Center in Leander • $275M: Seton Williamson Hospital in Round Rock

ASHA plans to improve some of its existing facil- ities, totaling more than $1 billion, according to an update at the Williamson County Commissioners

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May

The Back Nine Golf Grand Opening Party A new indoor golf studio, powered by Full Swing technology, will be open to the public for the launch of the new concept. There will be food, competitions, open play and prizes. • May 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Free • 12617 Ridgeline Blvd., Ste. C101, Cedar Park • www.thebackninegolf.com/cedar-park-tx-lakeline Spring Fling and Community Playdate The family-oriented business CedarParkMomVlog is hosting a community playdate. Attractions include touch a truck, inatables, live music, face painting, vendor market and food. • May 16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • Free • The Bell District, 425 Parkwest Drive, Cedar Park • www.cedarparkmomvlog.com Memorial Day Freedom Run In honor of the special day, families are invited to stay active in the event’s 1-mile fun run, 5K, 10K or half-marathon. All paces and ages are welcome; those under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. • May 23, 7:30 a.m. • Starting at $30 • Brushy Creek Lake Park, 3300 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park • https://bit.ly/4cpIfEt Poolapalooza Kick o the summer with a Memorial Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Pool. Those attending can expect music and food oerings. • May 25, noon-7 p.m. • Free • 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park • https://bit.ly/4t1Vl12

Summer Adventure Kicko The library will celebrate the start of its summer adventure program with a performance by Austin Moonower, featuring traditional Chinese dance. • May 30, 3-4 p.m. • Free • 425 S. Parkwest Drive, Cedar Park • www.cedarparktexas.gov/159/library Live @ Lakeline Concert Enjoy live music from WILCO Symphony, tasty food trucks, beer or wine and lawn games. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food and beverages are available beginning at 6:30 p.m., and the music starts at 7 p.m.

• May 15, 6:30-9 p.m. • Free • Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Drive, Cedar Park • https://bit.ly/4cUG3Fo

eco-friendly garden that supports local wildlife. • June 13, 10-10:45 a.m. • Free • 1201 S. Bell Blvd. Cedar Park • www.calloways.com 80’s Obsession at the Haute Spot Dead Love Club will perform a mix of pop and rock hits from the 1980s at Haute Spot in Cedar Park. Organizers encouraged attendees to dress in ‘80s-inspired attire for an evening featuring sing-alongs, dancing, food, drinks and outdoor live music. • June 12, 6-11 p.m. • Haute Spot, 1501 E. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park • www.hautespot.live

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Dining

BY HALEY MCLEOD

Moonshine Comfort & Cocktails, situated along Palmer Lane near Avery Ranch, displays a modern installation of “grandma’s kitchen.” A look inside A soft re greets guests as they head into the establishment, setting the tone for the warm ambiance of the Northwest Austin-Cedar Park restaurant. Once inside, the concept boasts a large bar on the left and to the right a spacious dining area and outdoor patio. Stone walls and soft browns complement the soft light from a series of large windows that wrap around the space. Tables are adorned with candles, plates and silverware are set, ready for patrons to enjoy a meal. Both the atmosphere and xtures are designed to meet a range of local needs, from fami- ly-friendly outings to celebrations of life’s mile- stones. Moonshine aims to be the neighborhood gathering spot, general manager Kyle Lane said. “We want big groups, friends, families—we want to be the spot that the community can [gather] at, and we have enough room and space to facilitate that. He said the dining room, designed with long benches and tables, reinforces the family-style gatherings the concept is meant to support. He added that the restaurant also includes a dedi- cated event space for larger parties. “We want to be everyone’s favorite place—nice enough that you can totally have an anniversary or date night here, but you can absolutely come in here with your friends, laugh and have a good time,” Lane said. On the menu Described as “Southern comfort meets Texas ranch,” the menu features dishes inspired by classic regional avors, reimagined with a contem- porary touch. Lane said the award-winning corn dog shrimp appetizer is among the crowd favorites. Breaded in a traditional corn dog batter, the dish includes four pieces and is served with honey mustard swirled with raspberry puree. Other shareables include fried green tomatoes— which come topped with smoked shrimp, toma- tillo aioli and pimento—honey-buttered biscuits served with in-house preserves and more. Moonshine Comfort & Cocktails serves up modern Southern comfort

Moonshine Comfort & Cocktails in Avery Ranch features menu items that take a contemporary spin on Southern comfort food, such as the shrimp corn dogs and fried green tomatoes.

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The restaurant features long bench seating and tables to accommodate family-style gatherings.

A recommended menu item, the center-cut pork chop is served with mashed potatoes and a seasonal fruit sauce.

From the entree menu, guests will nd platters of southern staples like chicken and waes, and Creole shrimp and grits. For those looking to pair their meal with a liba- tion, Moonshine oers a curated selection of whis- keys and tequilas. The drink menu also includes several craft cocktails, such as the bourbon slush, a frozen drink sporting a concoction of Benchmark bourbon, sweet tea, lemonade and orange juice.

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Dining

BY JILLIAN NACHTIGAL

Handmade history: Round Rock Donuts reaches a century

Since 1926, lines have wrapped around Round Rock Donuts as customers wait to get their hands on the legendary light, uy treats. How we got here Round Rock Donuts originally began as the Lone Star Bakery. In the 1930s, founder Reinhold Moeh- ring began experimenting with dough recipes in an eort to produce a specialty product that would enable his small-town bakery to survive. “The original owner, when the depression started hitting, started experimenting with dough- nuts to keep the bakery alive,” Bakery manager Deanne Mohen said. “By the ‘40s, he had perfected the dough, and that’s where it all started.” What’s special about it? While some things have changed over the years, such as the shop eliminating its indoor lobby and opting for drive-thru and walk up orders, the doughnuts are still hand-rolled, hand-cut and hand-fried. The doughnuts are known for the distinct yellow color from fresh eggs. “A lot of love goes into our doughnuts,” Mohen said. “There’s a denite process. A lot of attention to detail and the atmosphere makes our dough- nuts light and uy, not greasy.” Mohen said the top-selling doughnut is a classic glazed, with chocolate-covered and strawber- ry-sprinkled rounding out the top three. The shop is now owned by Cathy Guderyahn, daughter of Jan and Dale Cohrs, who bought it from the fth owner, Charlie Baird, in 1978.

Over the past 100 years in business, Round Rock Donuts has had visitors from all over the world to try their famous doughnuts.

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General manager Colton Guderyahn serves up doughnut dozens to a morning crowd at Cedar Park's installment of Round Rock Donuts.

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We’re Continuously Sampling and Testing Austin Water collects and tests samples at our treatment plants and across our water system multiple times a day, every day, for bacteria, and chemicals that could pose a risk to our customers. Our top priority is to ensure our water is safe and satisfying to drink. We have taken steps to protect drinking water safety and quality in key areas that include: Protecting vital infrastructure Enhancing treatment reliability Ensuring quality control in storage, pressure and pipes Increasing treated drinking water testing An expanded snapshot of our rigorous quality controls is posted on our website as well as in our annual Drinking Water Quality Report. Find the 2025 Consumer Confidence Report online at the link below , or call 512-972-0155 to receive a copy by email or mail. Austin Water’s annual consumer confidence report describes the overall quality of water from its raw collection and storage to the treated purity at your tap. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that all drinking water suppliers provide a water quality report to their customers on an annual basis.

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Business

BY HALEY MCLEOD & JILLIAN NACHTIGAL

What started as a professional framing business has evolved into a multifaceted business connecting artists, designers and customers under one roof and one community. The overview ArtDirect, a Cedar Park business, boasts a full-service model that spans framing and printing to a curated art collection. A closer look The concept was rst launched as an e-com- merce business in the 1990s, when founder George Prichard saw an opportunity in the rise of online marketplaces. Today, the frame shop o ers custom-built frames alongside a range of services—from frame strategy and canvas stretching to sports jersey, TV and mirror framing—plus pickup, delivery and art installation. “If you can envision it, we can frame it,” ArtDirect Vice President Brent Howard said. The business later expanded into a print shop after recognizing a gap among artists unfamiliar with the business side of selling their work. “We were just mainly listening to collectors, art- ists, photographers [and] interior designers on what they needed and then we provided that,” Marketing and Gallery Coordinator Giovanna Martin said. Supporting local art The current 9,000-square-foot facility also includes an art gallery. The company works with over 1,200 artists locally and around the world. “Our bread and butter is the custom framing. ... Our gallery is just to give back to our artists ... give them a place to start and give them that leg up,” Martin said. The company not only provides opportunities for up-and-coming artists to showcase their work, but also creates a welcoming space where both rst- time buyers and seasoned collectors can explore and learn about art. “Right here is where you would want to start, because we do have all of those emerging artists,” Martin said. “We have a wide variety of art—we have prints all the way to originals, ranging from $5 all the way up to $10,000.” Giving back The organization is also deeply integrated into the local area through its charitable contributions Art as a connector: Cedar Park’s ArtDirect frames art and community

ArtDirect not only provides custom framing but features dozens of local art pieces.

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From left, Giovanna Martin and Brent Howard said ArtDirect places a focus on consumer education.

ArtDirect features a full-service print shop after identifying a need within the local art community.

and partnerships with groups like the A ordable Art Fair, American Heart Association and Texas Humane Heroes. “Giving back to the community is the biggest thing,” Martin said. “And we’re not just for the artist ... we’re literally for the everyday Joe.” The business often contributes in-kind support, including donated artwork, framing and prints. The approach centers on using art as a connector. “Art brings people together,” Martin said.

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Education

LISD now projecting up to $13.7M shortfall Leander ISD ocials are considering budget pro- jections, estimating a $6.8 million to $13.7 million shortfall for 2026-27, depending on whether the board approves sta raises, according to a March 26 board meeting. In a nutshell The projections are down from original esti- mates of a nearly $19.6 million shortfall. Ocials have already outlined $10.8 million worth of expenditure reductions, which included the Faubion Elementary consolidation, stang ratio adjustments and central oce reductions. The board could also increase the current bud- get parameter, or how much the district can spend beyond its revenue, from 1.5% to 3%. The projected $13.7 million shortfall takes into consideration a 3% parameter, which would allow funding $6.8 million worth of pay increases.

RRISD to launch teacher apprenticeship program Round Rock ISD is working to open a new talent pipeline for aspiring educators within the district. Administrators are putting together a teacher apprenticeship program for the fall 2026 semester. Designed as a grow-your- own program, the apprenticeships will provide a route into the classroom for dis- trict paraprofessionals and others without a four-year degree. RRISD Chief Human Resources Ocer Eddie Curran presented the program to the board of trustees in March and said the program would provide a “nancially sustainable” option to become a teacher without taking on a large amount of debt to pursue a four-year degree.

LISD revenue generators The district is exploring other revenue-generating opportunities for 2026-27 and beyond.

A Voter Approval Tax rate Election

Additional Career courses

Selling or leasing land

Increasing facility rentals

Approving an Additional Days School Year calendar

A special education allotment approved during the last Texas Legislative session

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One more thing Other budget considerations include a Voter Approval Tax Rate Election, or VATRE. If called by the board, the election would be held in Novem- ber, and if passed, would generate an additional $6.5 million in revenue.

BY DANIEL SCHWALM

Texas advances rst K12 mandatory reading list After delaying a vote in January, the State Board of Education gave preliminary approval April 10 to roughly 200 literary works that all Texas public school students K-12 would be required to read beginning in 2030. The overview

TSTC to launch online articial intelligence certicate in 2027 Students at Texas State Technical College will soon have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of articial intelligence with a new online certication. According to a March 31 news release, the college is slated to launch a new online articial intelligence implementation specialist certicate program within its web design and development program, with potential topics including AI data systems, cloud infrastructure, programming language and vision computing. The program is expected to debut as soon as fall 2027 with course updates from a third-party content provider as the eld advances, per the release.

The SBOE trimmed about 100 titles from a list proposed by the Texas Education Agency, which board members, educators and parents criticized as too long to be taught. The Republican-led board signed o on a revised list, proposed by member Keven Ellis, RLuin, in a 9-5 party-line vote April 10, with all Republican members in favor and all Democrats opposed. Ellis’ draft list ranges from nursery rhymes and short stories in early grades to classic and 20th-century literature in high school. The list also includes about a dozen excerpts from the Bible. While students learn about world religions in public schools today, Texans testied that if

The State Board of Education is working on a required reading list, which draws heavily from classic literature.

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the reading list is approved, it would be the rst time in recent history that state leaders mandate religious readings in the classroom. Board members will have the opportunity to make additional amendments to the list before taking a nal vote, which is scheduled for June.

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State

BY HANNAH NORTON

Texas bars buying sweets with SNAP

274K Texans apply for education savings accounts Funding for Texas’ education savings account program is expected to dry up before it reaches some low-income applicants, the state comptrol- ler’s oce announced April 2. The big picture "It’s always hard to have to turn people away. We don’t want any families who are

As of April 1, Texans can no longer use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, bene ts to purchase sweetened beverages and candy. The details The changes come after state lawmakers passed Senate Bill 379 in 2025. Under the law, Texas’ 3.5 million SNAP enrollees cannot use food stamps to buy drinks con- taining any arti cial sweeteners or at least 5 grams of added sugar. Candy is also banned, while sweetened snacks, such as granola bars and ice cream, are still allowed. It is up to Texas businesses to determine which items are no longer SNAP-eligible, update their store purchase systems and train sta on the restrictions, according to the state.

turned away in year one due to lack of available funds to get discouraged." TRAVIS PILLOW, PROGRAM SPOKESPERSON

Texas Education Freedom Accounts will give participating families state funds for private edu- cation or homeschooling. Over 274,000 students applied for the rst year of the program, and about 247,00 were deemed eligible. Most eligible students will be placed on a wait- list for the 2026-27 school year, with the $1 billion program expected to serve between 90,000 and 100,000 students. State ocials said all funds will go to students with disabilities, their siblings and children from low-income families. Nearly 30,000 students are expected to receive top priority for funding based on their disability status and income, and the comptroller will run a lottery to determine which

of the 79,000 low-income applicants are accepted. Students with disabilities can receive up to $30,000 in TEFA funding, depending on their indi- vidual needs. Other accepted students will receive $10,474 to spend on private school expenses or up to $2,000 for homeschooling. The comptroller’s oce said it would notify families in April if they are accepted into the program, and participants will begin receiving funds this summer.

Judge pauses state ban on smokable hemp products

Impact on Texas businesses

The following rules remain in eect ahead of the April 23 hearing: • A more than 3,000% increase in licensing fees • Stricter packaging and labeling requirements • A prohibition on sales to customers under 21 Guerra Gamble temporarily blocked these rules: • New testing requirements banning most smokable hemp products • A restriction on transporting hemp products between states

experts said outlawed most smokable products containing the natural hemp ower. In an April 10 ruling, Travis County Judge Maya Guerra Gamble lifted that restriction, citing “immediate and signi cant economic harm” faced by businesses that cannot sell smokable products. Guerra Gamble kept in place heightened licens- ing fees for hemp businesses, with an additional hearing scheduled for April 23.

A Travis County judge temporarily blocked some of Texas’ sweeping new regulations on the consumable hemp industry, allowing thousands of businesses to continue selling smokable products. What’s happening On March 31, the state health department enacted a rule changing how THC levels are measured in consumable hemp, which industry

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