The e-edition is an exact replica of the newspaper with interactive and searchable articles from all your favorite sections.
Leander Liberty Hill Edition VOLUME 1, ISSUE 8 DEC. 8JAN. 16, 2023
Liberty Hill Public Library seeks larger space Nine-year-old Liberty Hill resident Lucy Lundell has read almost every graphic novel at the Liberty Hill library.
CHLOE YOUNGCOMMUNITY IMPACT
her to read that she’s open to,” Lundell said. Lundell said she and her children are waiting in anxious anticipation as library ocials work to acquire land for a larger facility.
once a week, she said. However, the library has been unable to meet all of its patrons’ needs due to a lack of space, Library Director Angela Palmer said. “I think my daughter has read almost every graphic novel, and we’re running out of things for
BY CHLOE YOUNG
Amber Lundell and her children regularly visit the Liberty Hill Public Library to check out books and attend events. It’s the librarians’ kindness and the children’s activities that keep them coming back
CONTINUED ON 23
Also in this issue
Impacts: Jeremiah's Italian Ice brings frozen treats to Leander (Page 6)
Education: Leander ISD faces crossing guard shortage (Page 13)
Nonprofit: County children's advocacy center undergoes expansion (Page 24)
Community: Learn more about area senior living facilities (Page 26)
24/7 pediatric ER care close to home
Dell Children’s Medical Center North Campus
Most advanced pediatric specialty care
From a name in Austin you already trust — closer to home
35 Dell Children’s Medical Center North Campus 9010 N. Lake Creek Parkway Austin, TX 78717
183A
183
45
1
When your child needs care, you don’t have to travel far to visit with pediatric specialists. At Dell Children’s Medical Center, around-the-clock ER and trauma care, specialized surgical care, pediatric imaging, and outpatient rehab services are available right here, closer to where you live and work — without leaving Austin. Our north campus is home to many of our pediatric specialists, including gastroenterology, neurology and neuropsychology, general pediatric surgery and more. For convenient, compassionate, personalized care for your child and your family, start a conversation with a Dell Children’s pediatric specialist today.
Start a conversation with a pediatric specialist today ascension.org/DellChildrensNorth
Only in Austin . Only at Dell Children’s .
© Ascension 2023. All rights reserved.
2
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
3
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
LUXUY LIVING
For 55+ Active Adults in Liberty Hill, Texas
Discover north Austin’s newest 55+ community, o ering an incredible lifestyle and 15 beautiful home designs to choose from. Enjoy award-winning master-plan amenities plus an exclusive 55+ clubhouse with a resort-style pool, fitness center, pickleball and bocce courts, and more.
From the upper $300,000s Quick move-in homes available Five model homes open daily Amenity center coming 2023
RegencyatSantaRitaRanch.com/CedarPark 500 Sweetgrass Ct, Liberty Hill, TX 78642 | 833-405-8655
Regency at Santa Rita Ranch is a 55+ active-adult community intended to operate under the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995, as amended. One resident must be 55+. Open Mon 10 am–6 pm; Tue 2 pm–6 pm; Wed–Sat 10 am–6 pm; Sun Noon–6 pm. Brokers welcome. Homes available nationwide. Prices subject to change without notice. Prices shown may refer to the base house and do not include any home site premium, or any optional features. Photos are images only and should not be relied upon to confirm applicable features. This is not an o ering where prohibited by law.
4
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
Owners John and Jennifer Garrett launched Community Impact in 2005, and the company is still locally owned today with editions across Texas. Our mission is to provide trusted news and local information that everyone gets. Our vision is to build communities of informed citizens and thriving businesses through the collaboration of a passionate team. Our purpose is to be a light for our readers, customers, partners and each other by living out our core values of Faith, Passion, Quality, Innovation and Integrity. About Community Impact
Market leaders & metro team
Reporters Brittany Anderson Elle Bent Amanda Cutshall Zara Flores Kameryn Griesser Sierra Martin Katy McAfee Haley McLeod Hannah Norton Brooke Sjoberg Ben Thompson Amira Van Leeuwen Zacharia Washington Chloe Young Graphic Designers Alissa Foss Gloria Gonzalez Melissa Johnson Sabrina Musachia
Denise Seiler General Manager
Claire Shoop Editor
Joseph Veloz Copy Editors Adrian Gandara Beth Marshall Managing Editor Darcy Sprague Senior Art Production Manager Haley Grace Publisher Travis Baker
Melissa Romero Account Executive
Correction: Volume 1, Issue 7 On Pages 2629, the local provider of Meals on Wheels should have been listed as Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties. Information about volunteering or £nding services can be found at www.owbc-tx.org.
Contact us
Email newsletters communityimpact.com/newsletter Support us Join your neighbors by giving to the CI Patron program. Funds support our journalistic mission to provide trusted, local news in your community. Learn more at communityimpact.com/cipatron
16225 Impact Way Pugerville, TX 78660 • 5129896808 CI Careers communityimpact.com/careers Press releases llhnews@communityimpact.com Advertising llhads@communityimpact.com communityimpact.com/advertising
Proudly printed by
communityimpact.com
@communityimpactnews
© 2023 Community Impact Co. All rights reserved. No reproduction of any portion of this issue is allowed without written permission from the publisher.
linkedin.com/company/communityimpact
One-Stop Shop for ALL Your Propane Needs
- Residential & Commercial Propane Sales - Service & Installation - Locally owned and operated since 1961
14251 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill | 512-259-4710
5
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Impacts
• Opened Nov. 10 • 11880 Hero Way W., Ste. 208, Leander • http://obsidianbrewery.com
Leander
5
29
4 Instill Coee Co. Founded by Michelle and Ryan Bell, the business serves organic coee with adaptogens and dietary supplements. The business closed its Leander-based coee truck on Nov. 27. • Opened Sept. 15 • 406 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 202, Cedar Park • www.instillcoffee.com 5 Scooter’s Coee The drive-thru franchise serves a selection of espresso drinks—including its signature drink, the Caramelicious— fruit smoothies and pastries. The Leander location is locally owned by franchisees Mitch and Lori Linder. • Opened Oct. 25 • 3625 US 183, Leander • www.scooterscoffee.com 6 Peri Peri Republic Owned by Ashraf Khan, the restaurant serves Portuguese-style chicken dishes. Vegetarian options, appetizers and sides are also available. • Opened Aug. 15 • 11200 Lakeline Mall Drive, Ste. EU01B, Cedar Park • www.periperirepublic.com 7 TrueCore Fitness The tness center oers a variety of classes, including Pilates, barre, yoga and cycling. Owner Holly McDaniel founded TrueCore in 2015, and there are two other locations in Temple and Georgetown. • Opened Dec. 1 • 1880 Crystal Falls Parkway, Ste. 200, Leander • www.truecoretx.com 8 Trippiez Smoke Shop The business oers a variety of vapes, THC pens, and CBD and delta-8 products, as well as water pipes, ashtrays, grinders, hookahs, lighters and backpacks. • Opened Aug. 28 • 11699 Hero Way W., Leander • www.trippiez.com
15
14
E. EVANS ST.
3
2243
12
8
2
183A TOLL
183
10
Cedar Park
11
7
13
17
183
LAKELINE MALL DR.
16
1 4
1431
9
6
183A TOLL
R
18
45 TOLL
MAP NOT TO SCALE
N
2 The Learning Experience The day care and early education center serves children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. The franchise is run by owners Leena and Jay Manwani. • Opened Dec. 4
Now open
1 Wayback Burgers Owned by Francisco Gonzalez, fast-casual chain Wayback Burgers oers made-to-order burgers, chicken sandwiches and milkshakes. Gonzalez said popular menu items include the Cheeeesy Burger, Cajun Tater Tots, the meat-free Gardenburger and the Cheesesteak. • Opened Oct. 17 • 406 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 200, Cedar Park • www.waybackburgers.com
• 15121 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Leander • www.thelearningexperience.com
45 TOLL
3 Obsidian Brewery The brewery—located at the former Humble Pint Brewing Co. site—oers craft beers, cocktails and wine, plus a food menu featuring pizza and bratwurst. 620
6
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
BY COMMUNITY IMPACT STAFF
Coming soon
Now open
Coming soon
9 Cold Stone Creamery The ice cream parlor chain that carries a variety of ¢avors as well as sorbets, cakes, shakes and smoothies is slated to open o Whitestone Boulevard, according to a representative with the project’s real estate rm. • Opening in June • 410 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 304, Cedar Park • www.coldstonecreamery.com 10 Williamson County Bagel Co. Owners Alexandra and Scott Lawson said they plan to oer a variety of hand-rolled bagels, as well as beer and wine selections. • Opening summer 2024 • 14300 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Leander • www.wilcobagel.com 11 Bar-BQ Boutique The shop, locally owned by Rubul Das, sells ready-to- cook marinated meat. It will carry a large selection of over 100 raw, marinated meats, tofus, paneer and vegetables. • Opening in early December • 13920 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 203, Leander • www.barbqboutique.com 12 Daygos San Diego Taco Shop The food truck sells rolled tacos, burritos, street tacos and quesadillas. Located at 5th Element Brewing, this is the second location for the taco truck, which is owned by veteran and local Dre Johnson. • Opening in mid-December or January • 100 E. Evans St., Leander • www.daygossandiegotacoshop.com 13 Planet Fitness The gym will include tness equipment, tanning beds, massage chairs, and red and infrared light therapy. • Opening Dec. 30 • 13530 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. C-100, Cedar Park • www.planet¨itness.com
14 Jeremiah’s Italian Ice The shop oers a variety of ¢avored frozen treats, including gelati, Italian ice and soft-serve ice cream. The franchise has more than 50 locations across the country, including Central Texas shops in Cedar Park, Killeen and Temple. • Opening Nov. 14 • 11620 Hero Way W., Ste. 110, Leander • www.jeremiahsice.com
17 Shake Shack The eatery will oer its classic menu with items such as the ShackBurger made with Angus beef and drizzled with ShackSauce on a toasted potato bun; crinkle-cut fries; and shakes in a variety of ¢avors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry and more. • Opening in late 2023 • 1905 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park • www.shakeshack.com
15 Sport Clips Haircuts The men’s hair salon chain is opening a location at Bar W Marketplace. The business is based out of Georgetown and has more than 1,900 locations internationally, founder Gordon Logan said. • Opening in January • 19388 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 630, Georgetown • www.sportclips.com 16 Austin Texas Temple The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will begin construction on a 30,000-square-foot temple in June 2024, with plans to complete it in June 2026. The new temple will sit on a 10.6-acre lot adjacent to the existing meetinghouse, o©cials said.
• 1801 E. Park St., Cedar Park • www.churcho¨jesuschrist.org
Closings
18 Cajun Skillet The New Orleans-style restaurant owned by Steve and Shantrese Gillam closed its brick-and-mortar location
and food truck. • Closed Oct. 19 • 251 N. Bell Blvd., Ste. 101, Cedar Park • www.cajunskillet.com
7
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
8
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
Impacts
BY KAMERYN GRIESSER, CLAIRE SHOOP & CHLOE YOUNG
Relocations
6
3
200
IVORY COVE
6 Lil Nicky’s Wings & Things The food truck, which serves a menu of wings, fries, hot dogs, tacos and more, has taken up permanent residency at Whitestone Brewery. Owned by Nick Cambria, the food truck rst opened in March as a mobile business. • Relocated Nov. 1 • 15390 W. Hwy. 29, Bldgs. 2-3, Liberty Hill • 915-474-5375 7 Invictus: An Acton Academy The private school, previously located at Northpoint Church in Cedar Park, is a part of the Austin-based Acton Academy network and serves children ages 4-11, according to co-founder Sarah Max. • Relocated for the 2023-24 school year • 10000 W. Hwy. 29, Georgetown • www.invictusleander.org
214
1869
10
2
332
Liberty Hill
1
258
4
258
332
1869
29
213
9
5 8
183
279
282
7
MAP NOT TO SCALE
N TM; © 2023 COMMUNITY IMPACT CO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
In the news
Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana. • Opened in early August • 14700 Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • www.goupb.com
Now open
8 Wendy’s The fast food chain is set to be completed in December 2024, according to a project registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. • 13001 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • www.wendys.com 9 Sherwin Williams The retailer sells paint, supplies, stains and concealers. A project registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation states the building will be completed by April.
1 The Daily Blend The restaurant’s menu includes toast, smoothies, sandwiches, salads and small bites. The spot is owned by Nikki and Jordan Melchor, who also own Texas Taco Kitchen in Liberty Hill. • Opened Nov. 17 • 13740 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • www.thedailyblendtx.com 2 Backyard Burgers The food truck is owned by Joseph Mendoza and serves a variety of burgers and sliders, including brisket and chicken options. Customers can nd the food truck behind daiquiri shop Thirsty Penguin. • Opened Aug. 1 • 14751 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • 254-922-4331 3 United Portable Buildings of Liberty Hill The retailer sells sheds and tiny homes, said Scott Hersenberger, who oversees the Liberty Hill location. The business has about three dozen locations in Texas,
Coming soon
4 La Tequila Jalisco The menu will include breakfast, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and soups. There will also be a bar serving beer, wine and margaritas. The restaurant is owned by Cesar Flores, who has ve other locations. • Opening in mid-2024 • 13850 Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • https://latequilarestaurant.com 5 Texas Regional Bank The bank will be located in the Heritage Ridge retail center o Hwy. 29. The company provides personal and business banking, mortgage and trust, and wealth
• 12360 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • www.sherwin-williams.com
10 Ronald Reagan Storage The storage facility—set to be completed in June—is expected to include climate controlled units and covered vehicle storage, according to a project registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. • 503 Ivory Cove, Liberty Hill • Website and phone number not yet available.
management services. • Opening early 2024 • 13001 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill • www.trb.bank
Get-togethers are wonderful, except when the flu tags along. Fortunately, Next Level Urgent Care can quickly and aordably treat your cold and flu symptoms. What’s even better, we provide extended hours on nights and weekends for quick relief.
Scan for the nearest location. Open 9am – 9pm, 7 days a week nextlevelurgentcare.com
9
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Government
Liberty Hill rents backup generator With the possibility of another severe winter weather event around the corner, Liberty Hill City Council rented an emer- gency generator for City Hall on Nov. 29. Explained In the past, City Hall has experienced out- ages during severe weather events. Director of Public Works David Thomison said the city’s technology system needs to be active. The purchase of a permanent generator for City Hall was approved in the city’s 2023-24 budget. However, the permanent generator will not be available before this upcoming winter. Costing $19,789.80, the rental would only be needed from December-February, o- cials said. Thomison said funds are available in the general fund for this expenditure.
WilCo voters approve $884M bond package Voters approved a bond package to fund road and parks projects in Williamson County. The overview With all votes from the Nov. 8 election tallied, Proposition A received 62.23% of votes supporting the measure, while Proposition B passed with 59.88% of votes cast in favor. The two bond proposals totaled $884 million, making it the largest bond package brought to voters in Williamson County. Of that, $825 million is designated for road projects and the remaining $59 million for parks projects. What they’re saying “I think the voters have overwhelmingly conrmed the direction that we’re going here in Williamson County,” County Judge Bill Gravell said. “I think our residents want roads so they
Results breakdown
For: 42,398 votes Against: 25,733 votes Proposition A, $825 million for roads For: 40,852 votes Against: 27,366 votes Proposition B, $59 million for parks
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY IMPACT
can be home with their families in time for dinner, and parks so they can enjoy their leisure time together outdoors.” What’s next? County ocials have said that given the voter-approval, work on the listed projects will begin quickly. Commissioners Court will select an engineer to begin the design process for projects by the end of the year, Gravell said.
THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE Mobility Authority
Navigating the tolling landscape can be complicated. We’re the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority, and we’re here to help you understand important pieces of the tolling puzzle, like what we do and how your toll bill works.
The Mobility Authority is not the only toll operator
The Mobility Authority is not an electronic tag provider or operator. We encourage all electronic tag customers to log into their account with their tag provider to ensure they are in good standing and to avoid receiving a Mobility Authority Pay By Mail bill in the future.
Late payment fees do apply
Valid Payment Method
The Mobility Authority is not TxTag
We accept a variety of electronic tags
Tag Account:
Tag Account:
+ $
There’s a reason you might get a bill in the mail even if you have an electronic tag
Pos ii itive Balance
There are payment options everywhere
Correct License Plate
Keep your electronic tag account in good standing
We use your address on file with the Texas DMV for bills
Vaild Tag
Learn what to do when you sell your car
Using the Pay By Mail program costs you more
* Check with your electronic tag provider for all criteria.
WE’RE ALWAYS HERE TO HELP
To learn more fast facts about paying your Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority toll bill, visit us at MobilityAuthority.com/tolling101.
10
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
BY HALEY MCLEOD & ZACHARIA WASHINGTON
Ocials discuss design for Garey Park projects Roughly 30% of the design for improvements to Garey Park has been completed. In a nutshell The upcoming improvements to Garey Park—located at 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown, east of Ronald Reagan—are considered Phase 2 of development and will take place over the next ve years. Planned improvements include: • Adding a trailhead, parking and a restroom near the park’s entry • Garey House renovations • Three group cabins, a retreat pavilion, an archery range and a RV host site • Expansion of the Garey Play Ranch • A memorial pavilion and amphitheater • A cover over the equine facility
Leander to charge higher rate for water Leander council approved an increase in the wholesale water rate for the city of Georgetown on Nov. 2. The big picture The new water rate is increasing from $2.99 per 1,000 gallons to $3.11—which is a more than 4% jump. A city representative said this increase will only apply to the city of Georgetown and will not impact individ- ual water customers. Back in 2020, the city of Leander entered a wholesale water agreement with George- town that requires rate adjustments based on ination. The water agreement allows Georgetown to receive 3 million gallons of water per day. Leander is one of many sources from which Georgetown receives its water.
GAREY PARK RD.
2243
N
• An 18-hole disc golf course • Additional pedestrian and road improvements Georgetown Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett said construction is estimated to cost $20.2 million. What to expect Construction for the park improvements is anticipated to start in September 2024, and construction on Garey House is expected to begin in May 2025.
SHOP AT DUVALLS FOR ALL OF YOUR UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS Children ' s Clothing Boutique
Unmatched Academic Results Join us for an Open House! Wednesday, January 10, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
© 2023, Drew Bird Photography, Inc.
Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic programs for preschool to eighth grade students. Our students learn to think for themselves and to value independence.
Avery Ranch (PS–G8) (512) 341-8000 15101 Avery Ranch Boulevard, Austin Round Rock (PS–G1) (512) 255-8844 1521 Joyce Lane, Round Rock Spicewood Springs (PS–K) (512) 258-1299 13015 Pond Springs Road, Austin
An independent private school offering preschool through eighth grade
109 S.HIGHWAY 183 | LEANDER,TX 78641 | DUVALLSBOUTIQUE.COM | 737-287-5758 BOYS AND GIRLS CLOTHING • SHIPS ALL OVER THE U.S PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIA CRIST. *CLOTHING SEEN ON MODELS ARE SOLD IN STORE
© 2023, Challenger Schools Challenger School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
11
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
IT’S YOUR TIME Find Your Future with ACC
Roosevelt G.
Registration for January Classes NOW OPEN ! austincc.edu/spring
What would you give to make a ? For less than $1 a month , you can help support local nonprofits by rounding up your bill through PEC’s Power of Change Program. Together with other generous members, your donations have funded 80 organizations that serve local communities. Round up your bill to support local nonprofits
By your side...each step of the journey. Every Detail Remembered... Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Join today at pec.coop/change!
Proudly serving our community since 2012 with Pre-Arrangement, Burial and Cremation Services.
1200 S. Bagdad Rd., Leander, TX 78641 512-260-8800 (24/7) www.prepaidfunerals.texas.gov
12
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
Education
BY CHLOE YOUNG
LISD faces crossing guard shortage
The impact
A lack of crossing guards has threatened safety for students and drivers as students run across unattended intersections, and tra c accidents become more likely, Bellah said. To keep the busiest intersections safe, the district has reassigned some crossing guards, Franco said. “When we move these other crossing guards, then we take away this relationship-building, this interaction with the kids who get used to seeing the crossing guards,” Franco said. Some campuses have taken it into their own hands to keep students safe by employing teachers to serve as crossing guards, Bellah said.
For the past six years, LISD crossing guard Beverly Harris has greeted students at the corner of Cougar Country Drive and Lakeline Boulevard near Running Brushy Middle School. Harris transitioned to the role after serving as a bus monitor when she realized the district was experiencing a crossing guard shortage, she said. While students can be sure to see Harris each day, LISD o cials said many intersections in the district are currently unattended. The district has struggled to employ enough crossing guards to adequately cover its campuses for the past few years; however, 2023 has been particularly challenging, LISD Safety and Training Supervisor Robert Bellah said. Almost 68% of the district’s 109 crossing guard positions were vacant at the end of last school year. As of November, the vacancy rate dropped to almost 58% as Lead Crossing Guard Lavenda Elmer said she hired 14 more guards over the last
Beverly Harris helps students cross Lakeline Boulevard near Running Brushy Elementary School.
CHLOE YOUNGCOMMUNITY IMPACT
couple of months. While the district had 42 crossing guards in November, it would need 50 to 60 to cover major roads and up to 120 to cover the entire district, LISD Director of Transportation Tracie Franco said.
What's next
Bellah said he and Elmer go out each morning to try and ll in the gaps. The district is also working with child nutrition services sta members to allow them to work as a crossing guard before and after their cafeteria shift, LISD Chief Communications O cer Crestina Hardie said. Transportation sta have and will continue to recruit more crossing guards by attending district events, such as football games and PTA meetings, and posting banners, yers and newsletters across campuses and online. In the 2021-22 school year, the district increased the starting pay for crossing guards from $10 to $15 an hour, Elmer said. Visit www.leanderisd.org/careers to learn more about these positions and apply.
Leander ISD crossing guard positions and vacancies
Number of crossing guards
Number of vacant positions
100 120
0 20 40 60 80
2017-18
2018-19
2019-20
2020-21*
2021-22
2022-23
2023-24**
2016-17
School year
*IN 2020, THE DISTRICT BEGAN STAFFING GUARDS AT TRAVIS COUNTY SCHOOLS AFTER THE COUNTY STOPPED FILLING THOSE POSITIONS. **AS OF NOVEMBER 2023
SOURCE: LEANDER ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT
Happy Holidays • On - site x - ray and lab • Online patient portal • Locations near you We’re here when you need us, days, nights, weekends & holidays • Multi - specialty health care • 24/7 phone nurses • Easy, online scheduling
AustinRegionalClinic.com
13
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Education
LISD sta to receive retention payment
New high school bell schedule proposed Liberty Hill High School may adopt a new bell schedule next school year. What you need to know Almost 50% of respondents voted to switch to an A/B block schedule in a survey of 63 Liberty Hill High School sta. Under the new schedule, students would attend four 90-minute classes each day on an alternating basis instead of eight 45-minute classes. Sta members provided feedback that an A/B schedule would allow for: • Fewer transitions each day • More time for lessons and homework • Easier daily workloads District ocials will determine how stang and costs might be impacted before updating the board in December.
“[LISD sta does] incredible work for our kids every single day. We want to compensate them as best we can. When we have this opportunity, we will take it every time.” BRUCE GEARING, LEANDER ISD SUPERINTENDENT
The Leander ISD board of trustees unani- mously approved distributing one-time lump sum retention payments of $1,000 to full-time employees and $500 to part-time employees at a Nov. 9 meeting. All active employees with the district as of Nov. 17, including auxiliary sta and teacher fellows, are eligible to receive the payments Dec. 22, while temporary employees and substi- tutes are excluded. The impact The payments are intended to help reduce turnover, retain sta and improve employee morale, according to the resolution. Over the last couple of years, the district has experienced stang shortages among teachers and sta, such as bus drivers and crossing guards.
How we got here The move comes after the board approved a $12.75 million compensation plan in May raising pay for full-time employees by 4% for the 2023- 24 school year. The plan authorized Gearing to recommend a one-time lump sum retention pay- ment to the board depending on what funding it received from the Texas Legislature. While Gearing said the district has seen little action from the state, a surplus from last school year’s budget has allowed the district to provide $5.5 million in one-time payments to employees.
ROUND ROCK | PFLUGERVILLE CEDAR PARK | AUSTIN Andys.Austin
THE STARS! PROUD PARTNER OF
BUY ONE GET ONE $ 2! BUY ONE TREAT AND GET THE SECOND TREAT OF EQUAL OR LESSER VALUE FOR $ 2! Valid at Austin area Andy’s ™ only. Expires 1/31/2024. Other restrictions apply. Excludes take home pints, half pints, quarts, gallons, Quart Combos, Pick 6, bottled drinks and gift cards. Not valid with any other offer, discount or reward. No cash value. Not valid if copied or altered. BOOTDADDY ® CONCRETE
ANDY’S ™ OZARK TURTLE SUNDAE TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CONCRETE SNOWMONSTER CONCRETE
14
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
BY CHLOE YOUNG
Concordia University Texas to lower tuition Concordia University Texas ocials announced tuition and fees will be reduced by almost 40% next school year to make higher education more aordable and accessible in Central Texas. The overview Ocials from Concordia University Texas, a private Christian university in Austin, unveiled The Right Call Initiative Oct. 25, which will reduce tuition from $35,750 this school year to $23,500 for the 2024-25 school year. Tuition next year will also cover all required fees and text- book costs, said Kristi Kirk, Concordia University Texas provost and executive vice president. “For many of our families, higher education feels out of reach; it feels unattainable,” Kirk said. “We at Concordia are committed to chang- ing that perception.”
Lowering higher education costs
183
$0 $20K $25K $30K $35K $40K
-37.93%
N
District ocials OK $60M pre-K center Leander ISD will open its rst early child- hood center to pre-K students in 2026. Two-minute impact The board voted to open the center at a district-owned site o Halsey Drive in Lean- der using $60 million in 2023 bond funds at an Oct. 26 meeting. The new center will provide prekindergar- ten services to 3- and 4-year-olds currently oered at 18 of its elementary campuses.
2023-24
2024-25
Academic years
NOTE: COST INCLUDES TUITION, FEES AND TEXTBOOKS AT CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY TEXAS
SOURCE: CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY TEXASCOMMUNITY IMPACT
The approach The initiative will create greater transparency around the true cost of attendance, Kirk said. The university has historically charged high tuition rates but provided large scholarships and nancial aid allocations, which can confuse families and deter them from pursuing higher education, she said. Concordia will now oer less scholarships and nancial aid, Kirk said.
become reality! Dream Kitchen
As simple as sending your kitchen’s photo!
info@nelsonkb.com 832-998-6598
I wish all my neighbors a safe and happy holiday season and the very best in the New Year. It’s a true joy to be part of such a wonderful community. Happy Holidays, neighbors. Felices Fiestas, vecinos. Se Habla Español
JT Reisdorph ChFC CLU, Agent 103 N. Bell Blvd Suite B1 Cedar Park, TX 78613 Bus: 512-219-7295 www.insuremejt.com
Happy holidays, neighbors.
JT Reisdorph ChFC CLU, Agent 103 N. Bell Blvd Suite B1 Cedar Park, TX 78613 Bus: 512-219-7295 www.insuremejt.com JT Reisdorph ChFC CLU, Agent 103 N. Bell Blvd Suite B1 Cedar Park, TX 78613 Bus: 512-219-7295 www.insuremejt.com
Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. ® I wish all my neighbors a safe and happy holiday season and the very best in the New Year. It’s a true joy to be part of such a wonderful community.
I wish all my neighbors a safe and happy holiday season and the very best in the New Year. It’s a true joy to be part of such a wonderful community.
Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®
State Farm Bloomington, IL 2006051
State Farm Bloomington, IL 2006051
Like a good neighbor,
15
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Transportation
BY ZACHARIA WASHINGTON
Downtown roundabout design under review Liberty Hill leaders began brainstorming visual elements to place at the center of the downtown roundabout in late October. The details City Manager Paul Brandenburg said the roundabout serves as a gateway to Liberty Hill’s downtown, and it needs a visual statement piece for its center. Council and city sta discussed a few ideas, which included a sculpture, gateway arch and landscaping. A $1.6 million roundabout at the intersection of Main Street, CR 279 and Munro Street opened in late November, and will reach 100% completion in mid-January. What happens next? Council suggested city sta gather prices for the dierent options and bring it back at a later date.
US 183 trac signal timing study kicks o Nine trac signals along US 183 in Lean- der will undergo a timing study following council action Nov. 2. A closer look The scope of work includes developing coordinated trac signal timings along the corridor, which is expected to improve travel times and reduce stops, delays and emissions, according to the city. What else? Other work associated with the project includes gathering trac signal timing data, collecting turning movement counts, and identifying additional improvements. The project will cost $56,925, or $6,325 for the work on each signal, and is expected to be complete in September.
What’s on the table?
Liberty Hill leaders discussed the following design options for the center of the roundabout.
A cast or replica of the “Guardian” statue from the International Sculpture Park Rock and stone landscaping with a possible water feature
A large tree or drought-resistant plants
A gateway arch that reads “Downtown Liberty Hill”
279
N
SOURCE: CITY OF LIBERTY HILLCOMMUNITY IMPACT
16
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
Real estate
Number of homes sold
October 2022
October 2023
Residential market data
78641
October home sales were down in Leander year over year, according to data from the Austin Board of Realtors. In Leander ZIP code 78641, 109 homes sold in October compared to 71 homes sold in Liberty Hill ZIP code 78642. Year-over- year median home prices were down across the market. In Leander, prices were 7.14% less this October compared to last October. In Liberty Hill, they were 4.37% lower.
133
-18.05%
109
78642
54
183
+31.48%
29
71
183A TOLL
Median home sales price
N
2022
-7.14% 78641
2023
78641
78642
$455,000
$490,000
MARKET DATA PROVIDED BY AUSTIN BOARD OF REALTORS 5124547636 WWW.ABOR.COM
-4.37% 78642
$524,990
$549,000
17
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Events
BY KAMERYN GRIESSER
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland The holiday-themed musical event will include circus performances by acrobats, aerialists and daredevils from the Cirque Musica cast. • Dec. 24, 2-4 p.m. • $34.50-$79.50 (age 2 and older) • H-E-B Center, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park • www.cirquemusica.com
Texas Farmers Market at Lakeline: Holiday Edition
• Dec. 23 and 30, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. • Free (admission) • 11200 Lakeline Mall Drive, Cedar Park • www.texasfarmersmarket.org
Visitors can shop from a selection of over a hundred local vendors selling fresh produce, homemade goods and holiday treats.
tradition of letting attendees leap into the cold water. Participants receive door prizes and a T-shirt. • Jan. 1, 10:30 a.m. • $10 (participants), free (spectators) • Robin Bledsoe Park Pool, 601 S. Bagdad Road, Leander • www.leandertx.gov MLK Day March and Celebration The city of Leander will honor Martin Luther King Jr. with a march and celebration. The march will begin at Camacho Elementary and travel to Old Town Park where there will be performances from dancers, musicians and spoken word artists. • Jan. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Free (admission) • Old Town Leander, 105 N. Brushy St., Leander • www.leandertx.gov
• 1011 S. Bagdad Road, Leander • www.leandertx.gov/library
December
Christmas Walk of Lights Toy Drive The Christmas movie-themed stroll will feature lights, booths from local sponsors, music and articial snow. • Dec. 16, 6-10 p.m. • Free with toy donation • 1415 CR 258, Liberty Hill • Facebook: Christmas Walk of Lights Toy Drive Countdown to Noon Year’s Eve Children age 11 and under can play games, make crafts and, at noon, celebrate the “Noon Year.” • Dec. 30, 11 a.m.-noon • Free (admission)
Chefs in the Park The event will allow guests the opportunity to dine on ve separate three-course meals prepared by local chefs. • Dec. 30, 2-6 p.m. • $69 • Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Drive, Cedar Park • www.cedarparktexas.gov
January
Polar Plunge The Robin Bledsoe Pool will open for its annual
18
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
19
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
HYMEADOW 12611 Hymeadow (512) 506-8401
NORTH 620 10601 N FM 620 (512) 506-8316
CEDAR PARK 13530 Ronald Reagan Blvd (512) 986-7681
22
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
From the cover
Liberty Hill Public Library seeks larger space
BY CHLOE YOUNG
Why it matters
The overview
Although the library is not a city facility and is funded instead through a portion of sales tax, Liberty Hill ocials are supportive of the library as it aids in providing programming to the area, said Katie Amsler, director of community engagement and communications for the city. “The library’s a really important part of our community, and we want [it] to be as successful as possible,” Amsler said.
The library cannot adequately serve the commu- nity as there is not enough space to accommodate everyone who wants to attend programs and events, said Bob Calvisi, a Liberty Hill Public Library District board member and vice president of the Liberty Hill Chamber of Commerce. With a larger building, the library could shelf more books; launch new programs, amenities and classes; and oer meeting spaces, Palmer said.
The Liberty Hill Public Library District is seeking to open a new, expanded library to provide more resources and services to the area’s rapidly growing population. Since 2003, the library has operated out of a 2,400-square-foot building while the population in its service district has increased by more than 300% over the last 20 years, according to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. In late November, Liberty Hill City Manager Paul Brandenburg brought the possibility of the city purchasing 30 acres of land for a municipal campus before Council. He said the library may then be able to purchase a portion of that land from the city. “[The city knows] the value of a library,” Palmer said. “I think they’re willing to work with us and do well for the good of the town.”
Increase in materials checked out Since the library opened two decades ago, the number of circulated items has increased to nearly 150,000 in 2023 as of mid-November.
Library items circulated
150K
0 50K 100K
2018
*2020
2022
2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016
Library card holders over time The number of library card holders almost doubled from 2020-23.
*THE LIBRARY WAS CLOSED FROM MARCH 2020MAY 2021 DUE TO COVID19.
SOURCE: LIBERTY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTCOMMUNITY IMPACT
Number of patrons
12K
+83.53%
What they’re saying
10K
8K
“I’ve been really excited about the bigger location for a long time. I just really hope that they can get the space they need and the resources they need, because they just have so much potential.” AMBER LUNDELL, LIBERTY HILL RESIDENT
“The library is at its capacity. There are some additional programs that we’d like to bring into the community, and we just don’t have the space.” BOB CALVISI, BOARD MEMBER FOR THE LIBERTY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
6K
4K
0
*2020 2021
2022 2023
*THE LIBRARY WAS CLOSED FROM MARCH 2020MAY 2021 DUE TO COVID19.
SOURCE: LIBERTY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTCOMMUNITY IMPACT
Moving forward
The wishlist The new library’s features will largely depend on what the community desires, Palmer said. She would like to see the space have the following:
land is acquired, Palmer said. She said she hopes to see the new library open in the next ve years. In the future, she’d like to open library branches across the district and start a mobile library known as a bookmobile. “We really want to see ourselves as that community center where people from all over can all come and congregate and feel like this is their library. This is their home. This is their community,” Palmer said.
Over the coming months, library o cials will gather feedback from the community on what they’d like to see from the new library through events, focus groups and surveys, Palmer said. That input will be used to create a strategic plan by the spring or summer to guide the new facility’s design, she said. The building will be at least 20,000 square feet; however, its size will depend on how much the district can aord and how much
Spaces for kids, teens and seniors More room for books
More computers Makerspace craft area Meeting and study rooms
Areas to sit, read and converse
SOURCE: LIBERTY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT DIRECTOR ANGELA PALMERCOMMUNITY IMPACT
23
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Nonprot
Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center sta began seeing clients in their expanded and renovated facility in mid-October. The WCCAC, which serves as a centralized hub for agencies responding to child abuse and neglect cases, has been located at 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, since 2007. WCCAC Chief Advancement Ocer Ti any Sturman said the original building was designed for eight to 10 sta members plus clients and families. However, the center sta has grown to about 30 in the last 15 years. Sturman said statistically speaking, data shows 10% of children within a community will be sexually abused before they turn 18. That number doesn’t include children who experience physical abuse or neglect, witnessed a traumatic event or are raised in a home with domestic violence—all of whom the center serves, Sturman said. Future demand for the WCCAC’s services will be driven by continued growth in the county and more awareness of them through education campaigns, Sturman said. In scal year 2022-23, which ended in September, the WCCAC conducted 917 forensic interviews, up from about 800 conducted in years prior. The renovation process also allowed the sta the opportunity to aesthetically improve the center, adding tree motifs, soothing colors and natural light throughout the building. County children’s advocacy center expands facility
Previous footprint
Expanded footprint
Digging in deeper
8,000 23,000
Square feet
The expansion was funded through a $15.5 million comprehensive capital campaign. From 2019-22, Williamson County Commission- ers Court allocated $9.8 million toward the project, paying for the bulk of construction costs. The facility was built with WCCAC’s partners in mind, Sturman said. It houses a space where law enforcement agency and CPS ocials can work as well as an event center to host community groups. The organization has received funds totaling 86% of their goal, and the remaining funding would support additional amenities, expanded stang and facility maintenance, according to WCCAC documents. “I think that people see that we’re able to serve them well here, and they’re going to be really cared for whether that’s a partner agency or family,” WCCAC CEO Kerrie Stannell said.
Forensic interview rooms Family advocacy rooms Medical examination room
3
6
3
6
1
2
6
10
Therapy rooms
How the WCCAC works
1 A report is made Once a report of abuse or neglect is made, the appropriate authority determines whether to pursue an investigation. 2 The forensic interview • An expert from the WCCAC staff asks open-ended questions, encouraging the child to describe their experiences. • Investigators watch the interview through a one-way mirror. 3 Connecting to resources WCCAC sta meets with the family to determine any immediate needs. 4 Medical forensic exams The WCCAC provides medical forensic exams, including ones where there’s a possibility to collect evidence. 5 Trauma therapy The center provides therapy for clients to help the child and family heal.
$9.8M Williamson County
$1.15M Community partners, including Toyota $2.4M Remaining in campaign $2.15M Private gifts
Total $15.5M
of Cedar Park, the Williamson County District Attorney’s Oce, the Williamson County Sheri’s Oce, and the cities of Georgetown and Cedar Park
In addition to supporting the WCCAC’s sta and maintenance, the rest of the campaign would fund: • A playground for children and their families • A gazebo • Outdoor seating
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERCOMMUNITY IMPACT
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERCOMMUNITY IMPACT
CHECK OUT OUR WINTER BREAK PROGRAMS
FREE EVALUATIONS SATURDAY’S @ 12:30PM
WHY WATERLOO? • SAFETY! Chlorinated/UV Filter Pools • Low Student: Instructor Ratio • Curriculum that gets results! • Trained Instructors...we do this year round PROGRAMS AT WATERLOO • Swim Lessons • Private Lessons • Kid and Teen Fitness • Homeschool
• Adult Lessons / Masters • Lap Swimming • Swim Team (#3 Age Group Team in Texas)
12332 FM 620 NORTH AUSTIN
NEAR HWY 183 AND 45 TOLLROAD WATERLOOSWIMMING.COM
24
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
BY CLAIRE SHOOP
What they’re saying
Get involved
“We have something better than $115 billion worth of buildings in Williamson County in appraised value, and the most important building in Williamson County is the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center.” BILL GRAVELL, WILLIAMSON COUNTY JUDGE
As sta settle into the expanded and remodeled space, WCCAC leaders are already planning for the organization’s future. “As the county continues to grow, there won’t be as long of a time period before we end up needing to gure out what that next growth is,” Sturman said. In the meantime, to serve more families in the new building, she said the WCCAC leans on volunteers, donors and community advocates. “We’ve been serving this community for 26 years, and most people don’t know we exist,” she said. “While that’s a good thing because that means most likely they haven’t had to use our service, … there’s a lot of kids who do need help, and there’s a lot more we should be helping.”
Volunteer on-site to greet families who come to the center or provide back oce support
Serve on the WCCAC board or one of its committees
Help with WCCAC’s programs, including its holiday market and back-to-school bash Champion the WCCAC’s mission in the community, educating others about the resources it provides Donate to the capital campaign to fund the WCCAC’s sustainability and operations
“For us, the advocacy center is a great resource—almost a one- stop shop for us in regards to helping with investigations of crimes against children.” ALLEN BANKS, ROUND ROCK POLICE CHIEF
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERCOMMUNITY IMPACT
Now accepting new patients
NEW LOCATION IN CEDAR PARK & LAMPASAS Texas Digestive Disease Consultants 1411 Medical Parkway, Suite 200 Cedar Park, TX 78613 (512) 341-0900 TDDC (Lampasas) 207 West Ave E Lampasas, TX 76550 (512) 341-0900
Dustin Kiker, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX Jean Mbachu, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX Sooraj Tejaswi, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX Lilah Mansour, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX
Our Providers
Rafael Amaro, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX Junaid Siddiqui, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX
Ryan Cho, M.D. Gastroenterologist Cedar Park, TX
Visit TDDCTX.COM for more information
SECURITY CHILD SAFETY PET CONTAINMENT ENHANCE CURB APPEAL
Special Holiday Pricing!
SERVING CENTRAL TEXAS FOR OVER 30 YEARS TRUSTED • QUALITY • LOCAL • VALUE
PRIVACY SECURITY CHILD SAFETY PET CONTAINMENT ENHANCE CURB APPEAL 512-FENCING
IRON • CHAINLINK MASONRY • WOOD 25 YEARS OF SERVICE TRUSTED QUALITY
LOCAL VALUE WWW.NWIRON.COM 512-FENCING • WWW.NWIRON.COM PRIVACY • SECURITY • CHILD SAFETY PET CONTAINMENT • ENHANCE CURB APPEAL
25
LEANDER LIBERTY HILL EDITION
Community
Senior Living Guide
2023
Poet’s Walk Cedar Park Type: assisted-living, memory care Opened: 2015-16 Cost: $4,999 per month Total units: 64 Amenities: multiple dining rooms, nature center, activity areas, parties and social events, customizable care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s
$7,750 per month (private room) Total units: 38
Types of communities
Amenities: meals and snacks included, TV room, dining room, courtyard, backyard, seven scheduled activities per day, housekeeping, linens/towels/furniture supplied,
Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as tness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently oer 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. Sta members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suering 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. This list is noncomprehensive.
on-site nurse available 20 hours per day • 2100 S. Lakeline Blvd., Cedar Park • www.sinceriseniorliving.com/cedar-ridge
• 1503 Medical Parkway, Cedar Park • www.springhills.com/communities/ poets-walk-cedar-park
The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living Type: assisted-living, independent-living, memory care Opened: not provided Cost: starting at $2,635 per month, additional care fees not included Total units: not provided Amenities: on-site salon and barber services, theater, wellness center • 3405 El Salido Parkway, Cedar Park • www.spectrumretirement.com Cost: $1,600 per month (studio), $2,200 per month (one bedroom), $2,900 per month (two bedroom) Total units: 120 Amenities: all meals included, utilities, cable television, housekeeping, transportation services, maintenance • 1500 N. Lakeline Blvd., Cedar Park • www.sodalissenior.com/highland-estates Lakeline Oaks Retirement Community Type: independent-living Opened: 2009 Cost: call for information Total units: 128 Amenities: resort-style dining, free scheduled transportation, library • 1905 S. Lakeline Blvd., Cedar Park • www.rlcommunities.com Highland Estates Type: independent-living Opened: 2009 Maple Ridge Gracious Retirement Living Type: independent-living Opened: 2018 Cost: starting at $2,865 per month Total units: 149 Amenities: on-site transportation, activity center, movietheater, dining room with scratch kitchen • 1531 Juliette Way, Cedar Park • www.seniorlivinginstyle.com/maple-ridge New Hope Manor Type: nursing home/skilled nursing, hospice care Opened: 1988 Cost: call for pricing; accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay Total units: 114 Amenities: 24-hour nurses, resident activity programs • 1623 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park • www.caringhealthcare.net/newhopemanor
The Pointe at Cedar Park Type: assisted-living Opened: 1999 Cost: $3,800 per month Total units: 50 Amenities: enclosed courtyard, exercise equipment,
beauty shop, resident laundry room • 450 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park • www.ssmgrp.com
The Ranch at Cedar Park Type: independent-living Opened: not provided Cost: starting at $1,352 per month Total units: not provided Amenities: tness center, putting green, community room • 1301 W. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park • www.theranchatcedarpark.com Sagebrook Nursing and Rehabilitation Type: nursing home/skilled nursing, hospice care Opened: 2002 Cost: call for pricing Total units: not provided Amenities: on-site beauty shop, respite care, complex disease management • 901 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park • www.caradayhealth.com/sagebrook
Cedar Park
The Auberge at Cedar Park Type: assisted-living, memory care Opened: not provided Cost: not provided Total units: not provided Amenities: not provided • 800 C-Bar Ranch Trail, Cedar Park • www.aubergecedarpark.com
Avalon Memory Care Type: assisted-living, memory care Opened: not provided Cost: starting at $5,475 per month Total units: not provided Amenities: secure environment, housekeeping, planned activities • 2215 S. Lakeline Blvd., Cedar Park • www.avalonmemorycare.com Cedar Pointe Health and Wellness Center Type: hospice care, nursing home/skilled nursing Opened: 2017 Cost: $6,150 per month (shared room), $9,900 per month (private room) Total units: 122 Amenities: 24-hour nursing care, in-house rehabilitation and wound care, private bathrooms, transportation, activities • 1301 Cottonwood Creek Trail, Cedar Park • www.cedarpointehealth.com Cedar Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Type: assisted-living, memory care Opened: 2005 Cost: $6,150 per month (shared room),
Shenandoah Villa Assisted Living Type: assisted-living Opened: 2023 Cost: starting at $4,500 per month Total units: 16 beds
Amenities: secure backyard and gazebo; children- and pet-friendly; bathing, grooming and medication services • 1623 Shenandoah Drive, Cedar Park • 512-257-7526
Solea Cedar Park Type: independent-living Opened: 2018 Cost: starting at $1,450 per month Total units: 184
Amenities: library, theater, game room, community center, clubhouse and gym; community events, such as bridge, poker, trivia, yoga, pilates and line dancing • 1520 Juliette Way, Cedar Park • www.soleacedarpark.com
26
COMMUNITYIMPACT.COM
Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20-21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40Powered by FlippingBook