The Allandale Reporter

MoNAC Meeting, Tuesday, January 17, 2006, 6:30pm

Agenda:

I. Call to Order 6:30pm
Joyce Basciano called the meeting to order and had everyone in the room introduce themselves and their affiliation.

 II. Approval of the October 18, 2005 minutes
Tom Whatley motioned to approve the minutes

Edward Tasch seconded the motion. All voted in favor.

Lewis Lane Development in Rosedale

Thought this might be of interest to others in Allandale.  What follows is a discussion from Rosedale's listserve that took place last week regarding the razing of buildings  for construction of new duplexes  (see photo above). However, in this case they are replacing duplexes with duplexes, albeit much larger duplexes built by Metrohouse. You can see an example of their style in the photo to the right. It's one of Metrohouse's  recent developments located on Woodrow just north of Koenig.

Say No to Super-Sized McMansions

To Center City Neighborhood Leaders:

As you’re probably aware, last Thursday Council passed a resolution directing staff to develop some SF compatibility standards/new development regulations to limit scale and avoid having scraped lots sprout super-sized McMansions that are happening all around Central Austin.  I’ve heard an estimate of 2 months for these regs to be drafted.

Movie Review - MATCH POINT

MATCHPOINT, written and directed by Woody Allen

I have never been a diligent student of Woody Allen's movies. I have, however, watched his movies for decades, starting with his directorial debut in What's Up Tiger Lily? in 1966. I thought the movie was hilarious and became an instant fan of his neurotic, self-absorbed humor. That's why I'm always vaguely disappointed when a Woody Allen movie doesn't make me laugh. I firmly believe that comedy is what he does best and that is what he ought to stick to. (continue reading MATCHPOINT)

Allandale Neighborhood Association General Meeting January 25, 2006

submitted by Kay Newell

Gretchen Vaden Nagy, President ANA, called the meeting to order.

Announcements:
The US Census is conducting a 2006 Census Test in certain portions of Travis County, Allandale falls into their test area. The US Census is looking for Census Takers; the hourly rate is $14.50. If you are interested call toll free 1-888-814-6711.

TAO of Texas has opened a new Martial Arts Institute at 805 Capitol Court, offering classes for men, women, and children. Cathy Chapaty is the instructor and can be reached at 779-5499.

FUTURE CONNECTIONS WORKSHOP

CONNECT TO THE FUTURE
ALL SYSTEMS GO!
FEBRUARY 4, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
AUSTIN CONVENTION   CENTER BALLROOM G

You're invited to attend an All Systems Go Future Connections Workshop. As we move forward on the All Systems Go Long-Range Transit Plan, Capital Metro is again looking to the community for input on how a transit circulator system could best serve Central Austin. We also want to know what you think should come next in the regional plan you helped create. We provide the maps, markers and "transit tape," you provide your great ideas! Lunch is free for all registered attendees. Please feel free to share invitation with anyone you would like.

RSVP: allsystemsgo@capmetro.org

Allandale General Meeting Scheduled For Wednesday, January 25

Our January General Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Ralph Yarborough Library. We hope that you will find the agenda helpful. It will include:

1. Neighborhood Watch Program presented by Officer Crowder. (up to 30 minutes) 6:05-6:35

2. Realizing Our 2010 Vision and plans for Lucy Reed School presented by Dr. Forgione, AISD Superintendent. 6:35-7:05  Please click on the attached link for a copy of the presentation that will be discussed. (up to 30 minutes) http://www.austinisd.org/inside/docs/AISDHS_2010_Vision.pdf

3. Incoming ANA Zoning Chair, John Keohane. (up to 5 minutes) 7:05-7:10

4. Neighborhood Planning presented by Scott Witeman, City of Austin. Allandale is scheduled to begin this process in late Summer/early Fall. (up to 20 minutes) 7:10-7:30

5. Allandale Sidewalk Project presented by Darryl Haba, City of Austin. (up to 15 minutes) 7:30-7:45

6. Zoning request to allow a liquor store at 6800 Burnet Road presented by Sam Buford, the developer, 7:45-8:00

7. Final Neighborhood Business and announcements....

Our goal is to be done by 8:15 p.m.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you....

Gretchen Vaden Nagy
President, ANA

Austin Public Libraries

submitted by Phyllis Brinkley

The Austin Public Libraries that are used the most by Allandale residents are the Yarborough Branch on Hancock, the North Village Branch, The Austin History Library, and the Faulk Central Library  (main library downtown). You can get information about the mission, facts, history, and more on the  City's libraries at the Austin Public Library website. What follows are location and hours of operation of each along with general information about

Zoning Update

submitted by John Keohane

Neighbors,

I have now been zoning chair for the Allandale Neighborhood Association for seven days.  Today I met with top representatives of three churches along 2222. 

I just got an email from one of our 11 board members asking about my meeting at one of the churches.  I wrote a short email to the board member who wrote me, and decided to post this to the www for all to know, since I want to be as open as possible with everybody, and do not have time to individually report to board members other than the president.  Forgive me if you find this boring or redundant.

Movie Review - Glory Road

      If anyone reading this review doesn't recognize the valuable role played by college sports in the collective psyche of a community, then they haven't been paying attention to college football for the past couple of months. Even though Glory Road involves college basketball, not football, it tells the story of how one small college basketball team, in one amazing season, transformed the personal lives of its coach and players and exploded the racial bigotry that severely limited participation of Black athletes in NCAA basketball. In fact, for years Black basketball players were rarely allowed to start a game and were awarded much less playing time than their white teammates. But all that ended with the 1966 college basketball season. (Continue reading Glory Road )