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$25M expansion set for emergency training hub

Public Safety Training Center’s classroom space, outdoor skills training space and include a driving track. These enhancements will keep ocers and reghters in town for training and reduce local competition for training space, avoiding the expense of travel and lodging.

BY BROOKE SJOBERG

In December, Round Rock will break ground on a $25 million expansion to its Public Safety Training Center for reghters and police ocers, seven years after it originally opened. Funded by a 2023 voter-approved bond pack- age, the project will increase the Round Rock

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Police and re departments from the Central Texas area train frequently at the Round Rock Public Safety Training Center. (Courtesy city of Round Rock)

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Impacts: Check out ve new restaurants, coee shops coming soon or now open (Page 6)

Government: What to expect as tax bills arrive (Page 14)

Development: Learn more about the $800M investment in local hospitals (Page 27)

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5 Frost Bank The San Antonio-based bank offers a variety of financial services, such as checking and savings accounts, investments, and insurance. • Opening TBA • 1901 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Bldg. 2, Round Rock • www.frostbank.com 6 New Balance The footwear and apparel retailer will open by the end of November at Round Rock Premium Outlets, according to a Simon Malls representative. It will be located next to The Gap outlet. • Opening in November • 4401 N. I-35, Round Rock • www.newbalance.com 7 Slim Chickens The restaurant chain offers a variety of chicken wings, tenders, sandwiches and other chicken-based items on the menu, in addition to southern-style sides like macaroni and cheese, potato salad and fried pickles. • Opening in April • 2700 Red Bud Lane, Round Rock • www.slimchickens.com 8 Tesla Supercharger Round Rock city staff confirmed the project is in the works in October, but it is unclear when it may come online. Tesla Superchargers offer quick charging for drivers away from home, providing a 15-minute charge that delivers up to 200 miles of range. • Opening TBD • 210 University Blvd., Ste. 700, Round Rock • www.tesla.com

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1 Educated Arms The locally owned gun shop offers a variety of handguns, shotguns, rifles, firearm accessories and ammunition. Customers can also use an indoor Mantis laser dry fire range to analyze their shooting to find a firearm that suits them best, owner Jon Jacoby said. • Opened in late September • 105 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Ste. 110, Round Rock • www.educatedarms.com 2 Serenada Mental Health The practice, led by Tabitha Ross, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, opened in October near the border of Georgetown and Round Rock. Ross specializes in treating adults with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and more.

3 The Lavish Boutique The boutique locally owned by Gina La Fiora offers preloved women’s clothing and accessories. • Opened Nov. 1 • 2000 S. I-35, Bldg. F1, Ste. A12, Round Rock • www.itsnewtooyou.com

Coming soon

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4 Black Rock Coffee Bar The chain offers a variety of brewed coffee and tea beverages, energy drinks, shakes, and smoothies. The first Round Rock location opened in 2021. • Opening TBD

Round Rock Area Serving Center is expected to relocate its current thrift store to a new building next door in January. The new store will be a 16,000-square-foot store on East Main Street. The store will sell clothes, furniture and home goods.

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10 Whataburger The chain restaurant is most known for its burgers, as well as chicken sandwiches, breakfast plates, salads and desserts. • Opening TBA • 1901 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock • www.whataburger.com

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11 Bubble Bath Carwash Construction is expected to begin December 2025, though company officials said the opening timeline is still being finalized. The car wash offers four unlimited wash memberships ranging from about $21 to $39 per month. Members can wash as often as they’d like and receive 20% off additional vehicles through multi-car plans. • Opening TBD 12 Burlington The retailer offers a variety of merchandise such as apparel for men, women and children; accessories, footwear and home decor. The project filing states that work will begin in December to convert the 24,327-square-foot space where Joann Fabrics and Crafts was previously located. • Opening TBD • 201 University Oaks Blvd., Ste. 1000, Round Rock • www.burlington.com • 9001 County Road 110, Round Rock • www.thebubblebathcarwash.com

14 Round Table Pizza The West Coast pizza chain offers classic and specialty pizzas, as well as appetizers like wings and mozzarella sticks. The restaurant also features a full service bar. • Opened Nov. 8 • 200 University Blvd., Ste. 640, Round Rock • www.roundtablepizza.com

16 Surfing Crab The restaurant specializes in seafood, including crab, shrimp, oysters, calamari, lobster, catfish and more. Customers can choose from fried baskets, po’boys, boiled seafood and other options. Sides include dishes like corn on the cob, fried rice, cajun fries, coleslaw, broccoli and other options. Surfing Crab also offers a variety of cocktails, beer and seltzers. • Opened Oct. 30

• 2501 S. I-35, Round Rock • www.surfingcrabtx.com

17 Round Rock Fire Foundation The nonprofit organization supporting the Round Rock Fire Department held its first fundraising event in November. Founded this year by RRFD Assistant Chief Wylie and Diedra Brownell, the foundation will provide funding for medical travel and care, home repairs following disasters, as well as mental health support through the organization. In its first year, Diedra said the organization will help provide this support with participation in a national conference for new cadets and their spouses. • 797 Sam Bass Road, Ste. 204, Round Rock • www.roundrockfirefoundation.org

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15 Huntington Bancshares The bank announced in October that it would acquire Cadence Bank, which has several locations throughout Austin, Dallas and Houston. Huntington Bancshares offers a variety of financial services, including personal and business banking, lending and financial planning. • 505 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste. 100, Round Rock • www.huntington.com

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13 The Flats The bar, locally owned by Place 1 City Council member Michelle Ly and her husband Erik Hall, moved down the street from its previous location at 205 N. Mays Street. The new space features a dog-friendly patio, arcade games, yard games, a pool table and more. The Rock Sports Bar, also owned by the couple, is in the process of moving from its location to the former Flats building.

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1 Beauty & Bliss Aesthetics The new med spa, owned and operated by Janie Christina Castro, offers a range of nonsurgical cosmetic services, including Botox and weight-management treatments. • Opened Aug. 1 • 15907 Windermere Drive, Ste. 240, Pflugerville • www.beautyandblissaesthetics.com 2 Liquor & Vape Zone Owner Nick Presla said the shop aims to provide a convenient, friendly experience for customers. It is located next to the Snack Stop Chevron gas station. • Opened Oct. 16 • 1041 E. Wells Branch Parkway, Ste. 110, Pflugerville

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3 Desi Dukaan A new Indian grocery store will open in Stone Hill Town Center, offering a one-stop shop for groceries, meats and freshly prepared foods. The business, owned by Hari Nemireddy and partners, replaces a former Billiard Factory that closed in October. An opening date has not yet been announced.

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• Opening TBD • 19116 Limestone Commercial Drive, Pflugerville • www.instagram.com/desidukaanaustin 4 Flame Broiler Diners can now find Korean spicy chicken, bowls and plates featuring steak bulgogi, tofu and white meat chicken, salads, mini bowls and more in EastVillage. • Opening early 2026 • 3500 E. Parmer Lane, Ste. 12140, Austin • www.flamebroilerusa.com 5 PC Liquors Owned by Prava Chimmula, who also operates Palm Valley Liquors in Round Rock, the new store will offer a range of liquor selections along with lotto tickets. The opening date has not yet been determined as the business finalizes preparations for its Heatherwilde location. • Opening TBD • 1500 S. Heatherwilde Blvd., Ste. 230, Pflugerville • Website not yet available 6 Lone Star Nutrition The business is still waiting for its final city inspection before setting an opening date, but owner Kevin Bravo said the team plans to launch shortly after approval. Lone Star Nutrition Club will serve protein waffles,

donuts, açaí bowls, shakes, and zero-sugar energy drinks, offering a mix of healthy grab-and-go options. • Opening date: TBD • 117 E. Pecan St., Pflugerville • www.instagram.com/lonestarnutritionatx

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7 Buddy’s Burger Construction is set to begin in on a new burger shop, according to a recent filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The restaurant specializes in burgers with fries and also sells hand-spun shakes. • Opening TBD • 17511 Schultz Lane, Pflugerville • www.buddysburger.com

9 Lucky Claw Mania The business specializes in claw machines, which are filled with a variety of plush toys, such as Labubus, Pokémon and other prizes. Customers can purchase tokens to pay the claw machines, and prizes won from the machines can be exchanged for points to go toward a different prize. • Opened Oct. 29 • 18900 Limestone Commercial Drive, Ste. 510, Pflugerville • www.facebook.com/luckyclawmaniapflugerville

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8 Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen The restaurant in Stone Hill Town Center has closed just six months after its grand reopening. • Closed: Oct. 22 • 18816 Limestone Commercial Drive, Ste. 500, Pflugerville

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4 Hutto Hobby A new shop located within Michael Postar’s Affordable Storage, Hutto Hobby will specialize in sports and entertainment trading cards, board games, puzzles, miniatures and hobby supplies. The business is owned by Chris Loftis. • Opening in December • 3333 CR 119, Ste. 30, Hutto • www.huttohobby.com 5 Perspire Sauna Studio The business plans to open a new location in Hutto, offering infrared sauna, red light therapy, contrast therapy and halotherapy. The sauna’s services are meant to help customers relax, release toxins, burn calories, boost the immune system and more. • Opened TBD • 2260 Muirfield Bend Drive, Ste. 400, Hutto • www.perspiresaunastudio.com/tx/hutto

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6 Petco A new location of the pet supply store is expected to open within Townwest Commons in Hutto, according to a brochure by commercial real estate agency NewQuest. A filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation also shows construction on the business is expected to begin in early December and be completed in

October 2026. • Opening TBD • 150 Alliance Blvd., Hutto • www.petco.com

7 Dollar Tree A new location of the discount variety store is expected to open within Townwest Commons in Hutto, according to a brochure by commercial real estate agency NewQuest. A filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation also shows construction on the business is expected to begin in early December and be completed in October 2026. • Opening TBD • 150 Alliance Blvd., Hutto • www.dollartree.com

8 Freebirds The fast-casual restaurant serves burritos, bowls, nachos and salads. Customers can choose from a selection of proteins, including steak, carnitas, chicken and ground beef. The restaurant also offers vegetarian options. Sides include queso, salsa, guacamole, corn salsa and potatoes. • Opened Nov. 5 • 126 Chris Kelley Blvd., Hutto • www.freebirds.com

9 Happy Panini The sandwich food truck celebrated its fifth anniversary in October. Happy Panini opened in 2017 at 207 Farley St., Hutto. It sells grilled and pressed sandwiches, including the Mr. Big, with roast beef, ham, salami, smoked turkey and pepperoni; and the Caprese Fresca, with mozzarella cheese, sliced tomato, basil and balsamic glaze.

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Round Rock to make $46M investment in water infrastructure

Rate study to set future water, wastewater prices

BCRUA water treatment plant capacity

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Round Rock will contribute $46 million to the expansion of a water treatment plant to increase capacity for potable water to serve residents. This comes as city officials gave the go-ahead for a construction contract to nearly double its water treatment capacity from a shared facility as a member city in the Brushy Creek Regional Utility

Wholesale and retail water customers will soon receive updated water and wastewater rates, as the city of Round Rock moves forward with a rate study. What you need to know City officials approved a $121,437 contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants to conduct an analysis of its water rates for wholesale and retail customers Nov. 6. The city reviews its rates on a three-year schedule, city documents show, to recover the cost of providing water and wastewater services. Per city documents, the study is expected to be completed in June.

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million gallons per day. Once expanded, the facility will have the capacity to treat up to 64.2 MGD, city documents show. The additional capacity will be split between Leander and Round Rock. Round Rock has an allocation of 11.2 MGD of current capacity. The expansion will increase that to 21.8 MGD, Round Rock Public Works Director Michael Thane said. Thane said the expansion to the treatment plant is expected to be completed in 2028.

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At a Nov. 6 meeting, council approved a $97.6 million contract with Webber Waterworks for the construction of Phase 2A of the water treatment plant, with the city of Round Rock’s portion being about $46 million. The current treatment capacity of the water treatment facility, located in Cedar Park, is 41.9

Williamson County residents receive property tax bill Williamson County property taxes are due soon and become delinquent, incurring penalties and interest, on Feb. 1. Most property owners received their 2025 property tax statements in late October, according to a county news release. What residents should know Williamson County commissioners approved a $702.4 million budget and supporting tax rate of $0.413776 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2025- 26 at a Sept. 3 meeting. The new tax rate is the highest rate commission- ers could adopt without calling for an election. It is a 3.4% increase over FY 2024-25’s rate. Based on the median property value of $358,542, the updated tax bill would be $1,556.

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Round Rock ISD earns ‘A’ financial accountability rating Round Rock ISD earned an “A” rating in the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas for the 2024-25 financial year, admin- istrators shared in October. What you need to know The Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas scores districts as A through F. This rating is based on 15 different metrics, such as audit and governance disclosures, cash and investments, tax collections, fund balance, debt management, administrative costs, capital projects, and staff levels. This year, RRISD earned a rating of 96 out of 100, translating to an A or “superior” rating, similar to the rating it received in the previous school year.

RRISD budget forecast uncertain amid legislative changes A quarterly budget update from Round Rock ISD staff urged caution around projections for a budget surplus in the 2025-26 financial year. What you need to know RRISD Chief Financial Officer Dennis Covington told the board of trustees that legislative changes around school funding implemented this year, combined with uncertainty about an increase to the homestead exemption, has projections for the budget somewhere between an $11 million shortfall and $5 million surplus. Covington said this puts RRISD in the company of several other districts in the state that may lose a significant amount of revenue, should the mea- sure pass, as school districts are typically “held

“At the end of the day [Mike Morath] promised all the legislators that that money should be given to school districts because that was passed in the last legislative session.”

DENNIS COVINGTON, RRISD CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

harmless” and provided additional state funding to make up the difference of funds lost. Superintendent Hafedh Azaiez said RRISD has communicated with Commissioner of Education Mike Morath about the matter and that districts can expect to be made whole. What’s next? Azaiez said the district will have a better idea of how funding will be addressed around February or March, when the Texas Education Agency will run a “settle up” analysis of enrollment to deter- mine the amount of state funding the district will receive.

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Senior Living Guide

2025

Readers, welcome to your annual CI Senior Living Guide!

As our population ages and people live healthier and longer lives, senior living communities have grown to become a larger part of our overall community. Citizens in their 50s and older have so many options today, whether they are seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle, amenities and a vibrant social calendar, or if they need more assistance and care. We have several advertising partners featured in this paper, enabling us to deliver free news and information to you every month in print and daily online. Be sure to check them out!

This year’s senior living guide includes a variety of communities throughout Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto. Our latest listing highlights a range of residences tailored to different needs, such as independent-living communities with fitness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. The list also includes assisted-living communities offering daily support and limited medical care, and specialized memory-care facilities focused on comfort, among other communities. Explore the different amenities, services and supportive environments designed to help residents thrive.

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Local senior statistics

The city of Round Rock and Williamson County have seen an increase in senior populations in the last five years, while Pflugerville’s senior population has fluctuated during that time.

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Senior population changes over time

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Community Senior Living Guide

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Opened: Not provided Starting cost: $2,095 (monthly) Total units: Not provided Amenities: fitness equipment, bistro dining, walking paths • 310 Chisholm Trail • https://www.holidayseniorliving.com Bluffs Landing Senior Village Type: independent living Opened: 2009 Starting cost: $1,099 single room, $1,199 two bedroom (monthly) Total units: 140 Amenities: hair salon/barber, business center and resort-style swimming pool with sun deck • 3201 Bluffs Landing Way • 512-238-1400 Bouquet Homes Assisted Living & Memory Care - The Primrose Type: assisted-living, memory care Opened: 2022 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: Not provided Amenities: Activity clubs, live music performances, swimming pool • 3602 Winding Way • 512-551-3502 The Cottages at Chandler Creek Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 1997 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 70 Amenities: walking paths, covered porch, piano room • 2351 N. A.W. Grimes Blvd. • https://www.alzcottages.com

Types of communities

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Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as fitness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently offer a full range of amenities as well as limited medical assistance. Memory care facilities specialize in providing care to seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other cognitive issues. Staff members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suffering associated with a terminal illness in those who have been given six months or less to live. The patient must choose to forgo further curative treatment. Nursing home/skilled nursing facilities provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full- time monitoring and medical care.

Brookdale Round Rock Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 1998 Starting cost: assisted living base rate $4,200, memory care base rate $7,435 (monthly) Total units: 68 Amenities: fitness center, library, concierge system, circadian lighting for memory care • 8005 Cornerwood Drive • https://www.brookdale.com/en.html

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A Serene Setting Assisted Living Facility Type: assisted living Opened: 2008 Starting cost: $3,800 (monthly) Total units: 10 beds Amenities: family-orientated environment and call button system in rooms and restrooms, fire sprinkler system, over 1-acre lot on a private street • 2101 Crosscreek Trail • www.aserenesetting.com Asher Point Independent Living of Round Rock Type: independent living

Opened: 1998 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 142 Amenities: weekly full laundry, valet trash,

transportation within a 20-mile radius, onsite physician visits available, onsite therapy available, onsite beauty salon/barber, pet friendly, raised planter beds, 24 hour concierge • 2700 Sunrise Road • https://ssmgrp.com/communities/texas/court-at- round-rock

Court at Round Rock Type: assisted living, independent living

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The Enclave at Round Rock Type: independent living, assisted living Opened: 2019 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 113 Amenities: on-site beauty salon and barber, demonstration kitchen, theater, gym, two restaurants, bistro, grand parlor, sky deck, lounge • 2351 Oakmont Drive • https://spectrumretirement.com

Trinity Care Center Type: independent living, memory care Date opened: 1959 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 164 beds Amenities: skilled nursing services

• 1000 E. Main Street • www.caradayhealth.com/trinity/

Double Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2019 Starting cost: assisted living starting base rate $4,570, memory care base rate $4,885 Total units: 95 Amenities: pet-friendly, on-site beauty salon and barber, putting green • 2300 Louis Henna Blvd. • https://www.civitasseniorliving.com

Mariella of Teravista Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2023 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 62

Amenities: cottage homes, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, walk-in shower, attached garages • 4099 Teravista Club Drive • https://emeraldcottages.com Legacy Senior Residences Type: independent living Opened: 2022 Starting cost: $1,200 (monthly) Total units: 152 Amenities: community rooms, fitness center, dog park and pet wash station • 1551 Red Bud Lane; 1001 University Blvd. • www.beacon.cc/legacy-round-rock-texas.html

Amenities: on-site therapy, activity schedule, laundry facilities, transportation for medical appointments, salon, fitness center, pet-friendly • 4155 Teravista Drive • www.volanteseniorliving.com/round-rock

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Emerald Cottages of Round Rock Type: independent living Opened: 2018 Starting cost: $3,500 (monthly) Total units: 32

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Starting cost: $4,500 for assisted living, $5,000 for memory care Total units: 114 beds Amenities: Exercise programs and clubs, art and cooking classes, game room, TV lounge, activity center, courtyard, fitness center, pet-friendly, on-site salon and barber • 7230 Wyoming Springs Drive Round Rock 78681 • www.sonidaseniorliving.com

Amenities: covered parking, community garden, 24-hour gym • 16500 Yellow Sage St. • www.coveatheatherwilde.com

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Provident Crossings Retirement Resort Type: independent living Opened: 2011 Starting cost: $3773 (monthly) Total units: 128 Amenities: fitness center, movie theater, three home- cooked meals per day, 24-hour emergency system, live-in manager The Reserve at Round Rock Type: independent living Opened: December 2024 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 120 Amenities: pool, fitness center, pickleball courts, dog park, cybercafe, concierge service, villas • 725 University Blvd. • www.integratedseniorlifestyles.com • 1950 S. A.W. Grimes Blvd. • www.rlcommunities.com

Jovie Type: independent living Opened: 2023 Starting cost: $1,400 (monthly) Total units: 182

Watermere at Round Rock Type: independent living Opened: 2024 Starting cost: $2,499 (monthly) Total units: 199

Amenities: gym, pool, in-unit washer/dryer, bistro, pickleball court, bark park, bark bath, electric car charging station • 1305 E. Wells Branch Parkway • www.livejovie.com Legacy Ranch at Dessau East Senior Apartments Type: independent living (55+) Opened: 2020 Starting cost: $950-$1,750 (monthly) Total units: 232 Amenities: clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, bbq pit, salon, community center, cats and dogs allowed per pet rent basis • 13527 Harrisglenn Drive • www.legacyranchatdessaueast.com North Austin Senior Living Type: assisted living Opened: 2018 Starting cost: $6,000 private room, $4,000 semi- private room (monthly) Total units: 10 Amenities: community center, medication monitoring, complementary and customizable nutritional and dietary services, power generator • 728 Stansted Manor Drive • www.northaustinseniorliving.org Pflugerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Type: skilled nursing with rehab

Amenities: pool, fitness center, indoor pickleball courts, dog park, cybercafe, indoor spa, meals, concierge service • 725 University Blvd. • www.integratedseniorlifestyles.com/senior-living/tx/ round-rock/

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Amberlin Pflugerville Type: independent living Opened: 2022 Starting cost: $1,499 (monthly) Total units: 195 Amenities: resort-style pool, pickleball court, community garden with raised flower beds, library, pet-friendly Cambridge Villas Type: independent living Date opened: 2007 Starting cost: $1,359 (monthly) Total units: 208 Amenities: clubhouse, swimming pool, community garden • 15711 Dessau Road • www.cambridgevillasseniorpflugerville.com • 409 E. Pflugerville Parkway • amberlinpflugerville.com Cove at Heatherwilde Senior Apartments Type: independent living Opened: not provided Starting cost: $1,080 (monthly) Total units: 168

Sundara Senior Living Type: memory care Opened: 2017 Starting cost: $5,800 (monthly) Total units: 32

Amenities: complimentary meals for guests, housekeeping and laundry services, all inclusive • 1000 Rusk Road • https://sundaraliving.com University Village Memory Care Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2011 Starting cost: Call for prices Total units: 74 Amenities: Weekly community outings, therapy fitness room, on-site beauty parlor

• 4701 Campus Village Drive, Round Rock • www.universityvillagememorycare.com

Opened: not provided Starting cost: $244/day Total units: 120

Amenities: beauty salon, memory support unit, transportation, medical support, daily activities • 104 Rex Kerwin Court • www.wellsentialhealth.org

The Waterford at Round Rock Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2012 (formerly The Rose)

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Sage Valley Senior Living Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2023 Starting cost: $4,000 (monthly) Total units: 90 Amenities: salon and spa, restaurant style dining, movie theater and putting green, courtyards, dog park • 1100 Rauscher Drive • www.sagevalleyseniorliving.com Spanish Oak Assisted Living Type: assisted living Opened: 2015 Starting cost: not provided Total units: 18 Amenities: in-home services including religious services, manicures and pedicures, beauticians, and physical therapy • 1417 E. Pfennig Lane • www.pflugervilleassistedliving.com Wells Point Lodge Type: assisted living Opened: not provided Starting cost: $4,250 (monthly) Total units: 40 beds Amenities: medication management, weekly housekeeping services, dining areas, social events, walk-in showers, 24-hour staff

• 401 S. Heatherwilde Blvd. • www.wellspointlodge.com

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Falcon Ridge Rehabilitation Type: Long term care and short rehab stays Opened: 2017 Starting cost: Fully Private rooms are $245 a day, semi private $200 a day Total units: 140 Amenities: Physical therapy gym, library and computer area, spa • 149 Klattenhoff Lane • www.falconridgerehabsuites.com The Trails at Carmel Creek Senior Apartments Type: independent living Opened: 2015 Starting cost: Call for rates Total units: 62 Amenities: full-appliance packages, washer and dryer hookups, modern art studio, business center • 300 Carl Stern Drive • https://trailsatcarmelcreek.com This list is not comprehensive.

Heritage Lakes Senior Living Community Type: assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing and rehabilitation Opened: 2019 Cost: $4,400 for assisted living, $6,500 for memory care, $2,650 for independent living (monthly) Total units: 86 Amenities: independent living clubhouse, lakes, activities, salon, onsite pt available

• 19005 Pleasant Bay Drive • www.heritagelakes.com

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Transportation

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Upcoming projects

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1 Gattis School Road Segment 6 Project: reconstructing the existing four-lane roadway to six lanes with a median, intersection and pedestrian improvements from Via Sonoma Trail to Red Bud Lane Update: construction contract awarded in November • Timeline: late 2025 or early 2026 to spring 2028 • Cost: $20.45 million • Funding sources: municipal bonds and sales tax revenue 2 Greenlawn Boulevard Project: reconstructing Greenlawn Boulevard from an existing four-lane divided roadway to a six-lane divided urban roadway with pedestrian and lighting improvements Update: construction contract awarded; work expected to begin by end of 2025 • Timeline: completion expected in summer 2027 • Cost: $13.95 million • Funding source: type B sales tax revenue

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3 Chisholm Trail South Project: full reconstruction of Chisholm Trail Road from Sam Bass Road to RM 620, with drainage, pedestrian, and lighting improvements Update: construction is underway as of July 1. Pedestrian improvements are under design. • Timeline: summer 2026 • Cost: $4.26 million for construction • Funding source: type B sales tax revenue 4 Old Settlers Boulevard Extension Project: connecting Red Bud Lane to CR 110, creating a new four-lane roadway with a center median and twin bridges over McNutt Creek Update: construction is underway and approximately 35% complete • Timeline: completion expected in spring 2026 • Cost: $23.4 million • Funding sources: sales tax revenue, municipal bonds, Williamson County Road Bond Program 5 Red Bud Lane North Project: expanding the existing two-lane roadway to a four-lane road with an intersection Update: construction is underway and approximately 10% complete • Timeline: completion expected in spring 2027 • Cost: $34.7 million • Funding sources: developer contributions, sales tax revenue, municipal bonds 6 Wyoming Springs Segment 1 Project: constructing a new four-lane roadway with shared use paths, extending from Creek Bend Boulevard to Old Settlers Boulevard Update: construction began in December 2024 and is approximately 25% complete • Timeline: completion expected in fall 2026 • Cost: $25.9 million • Funding source: sales tax revenue

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Ongoing projects

7 Kenney Fort Boulevard Segments 5 & 6 Project: connecting Old Settlers Boulevard to University Boulevard with a six-lane roadway and median Update: under design with 60% completion of design • Timeline: construction expected to begin in late 2026 or 2027 • Cost: $4.5 million for design • Funding sources: Sales tax revenue and municipal bonds

9 Gattis School Road Segment 3 Project: expanding the existing four-lane roadway to a six-lane divided road with updated pedestrian paths and turn lanes Update: construction is underway with paving expected to take place in late 2025 • Timeline: completion expected in 2026 • Cost: $33 million • Funding sources: municipal bonds, sales tax, Texas Department of Transportation loan

Update: construction is substantially complete and the roadway is open to traffic. • Timeline: completion was expected to be complete in spring 2026 • Cost: $6.77 million • Funding source: type B sales tax revenue

Completed projects

8 Chisholm Trail North Widening Project: widening the remaining two-lane road section to match the existing five-lane section from North Chisholm Trail to South I-35

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