PROJECT UPDATE
Colony Park Master Developer
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On October 18, 2018, Austin City Council authorized city staff to enter into exclusive negotiations with Catellus Development Corporation for development of the 208–acre, city-owned, Colony Park Sustainable Community site. Catellus is currently the City's master development partner for the Mueller public-private partnership, the redevelopment of a mixed-income, mixed-use community located on the former site of Austin's municipal airport. The City anticipates a six month process for completion of the Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA), a document which helps set the terms for site development and one which is required to formally close the solicitation process. Execution of the ENA will be followed by up to 24 months to negotiate the terms of a Master Development Agreement. Negotiations will include terms for financing, project phasing, women and minority-owned business participation, mixed-income and workforce housing strategies, and ongoing citizen participation, among other terms. This Master Development Agreement must be approved by Austin City Council. The City and Catellus are working together to ensure community engagement and public involvement remains a top priority throughout the negotiation process and future implementation efforts.
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PROJECT UPDATE
Colony Park District Park
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In November, voters passed Proposition C of the 2018 Bond ($149 million) which will fund improvements, renovations, and upgrades to Parks and Recreation assets.
We're excited to share that Proposition C also dedicates funds for a new Colony Park Pool. This has been a long awaited community amenity and we're excited to be one-step closing to making this happen.
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Construction is also underway for Colony Park District Park!
Through the support of the Austin Parks Foundation, St. David's Foundation, Dell Technologies Match Play, and PARD we have been breaking ground behind the Turner-Roberts Recreation Center to feature a new playscape, pavilion and multipurpose fields in 2019.
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COMMUNITY EVENT
Holiday Dinner
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Join us to celebrate the Holidays!
The annual Colony Park Community Dinner is scheduled for:
Saturday, December 8
11:00am–2:00pm
Turner-Roberts Recreation Center
7201 Colony Loop, Austin, TX 78724
The event is free and open to the public. There will be food, live entertainment, raffle prizes and free gifts for children of all ages. Bring your family for the fun!
For more information, please visit the website or call (512) 978-2690.
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COMMUNITY MEETING
Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park
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The Austin Parks and Recreation Department will host the Fourth Open House for the Walter E. Long Metropolitan Master Plan on:
Wednesday, December 5
6:00–8:00pm
Decker Middle School
8104 Decker Ln., Austin, Tx 78724
Additional feedback opportunities will be available for families to share thoughts on the latest ideas for the project.
For more information, go to the project website.
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TRANSPORTATION UPDATES
MetroLink Pilot Project
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The MetroLink pilot project is a partnership between Capital Metro and RideAustin.
Capital Metro customers in the St. David's North MetroLink Zone can now connect from the hospital to transit with less hassle. It's FREE and EASY with the RideAustin App!
Click here for more information regarding the program for St. David's North MetroLink Zone.
For more information, go to the project website.
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HEALTH SERVICES
Northeast Health Resource Center
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Austin Public Health will be hosting Diabetes Education classes that will resume in January 2019.
Where: 7201 Colony Loop Drive, Austin Tx 78753
Dates: Wednesdays, January 9 – February 13, 2019
Time: 6:30–8:00pm
For more information, go to the project website.
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SURVEY
E. MLK Jr. Blvd./FM 969 Corridor
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The Corridor Program Office and Austin Transportation Department are seeking feedback on preliminary mobility, safety and connectivity recommendations for E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd./FM 969.
If you were unable to join attend the Open House in-person, you can still provide feedback by filling out a quick, online survey.
To view proposed mobility recommendations and fill out a survey go to:
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd./FM 969.
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