Friday, 9 January 15 Happenings

Friends,

     As you know, it has been a quiet day and quiet a cold day.  There was not much business downtown and not much work on I-35.  No work was done of Holland Bridge today.  Monday will probably be the earliest any work is done.  More rain is expected Tuesday and Wednesday.  Next Thursday, will be the half way mark of January.  We are pushing as hard as we can; weather is a factor, not an excuse.

    Alderman Mike McDougal reported that the Engineers who are marking the first road to undergo major repair is in the final stages of their report.  Within the next 30 days, it will go out for bid.  Once we know the cost, a decision will be made by the BOA on how much we can afford.  It is important that you remember these facts:

 1.  We will do what we can afford.  This will be determined by our Property and Sales Taxes.  Property taxes will not change.  Therefore sales tax is important.  Please shop Salado as much as possible.  The more sales taxes, the more we can do.  

2.  When work begins, there will be inconveniences.  Prepare yourself for equipment, dirt and dust, workers, detours, and other inconveniences.  Remember the end result:  a nice road that will improve your ride as well as your property values.

3.  We will watch carefully for quality work and timely completion.

4.  The Sewer Bond Election money and the 1.5 million grant (if we get it) can only be used for the sewer.  When using this money with strict restrictions, we want to be absolutely correct.  We will ask our Village Attorney this question:  If a road is torn up due to the sewer line being installed, can that money be used to repair the road.  If the answer is "yes" that will be most helpful.

5.  We are twisting TXDOT's arm as much as possible to determine if they can help us anyway possible.  Same with the County.

    In the Village today many high compliments on the Chamber Banquet.  Mentioned most often was the great Spirit of the evening.  To you, thank you.  Second most received comment, the appreciation of how many new young couples came.  They are right -- our present and future leadership made a very positive impression.

    Finally, a new artist is in town.  His shop will be next to the glass shop.  This artist will do ceramics and other forms of art.  The shop is just beginning, therefore, there is no name yet.

    Hope you have a great weekend.

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