Tuesday, 21 January -- Latest Happenings

Friends,

I.

(1)  The Holland Bridge:  A 30-40’ huge drill was drilling yesterday as part of stabilizing the northwest side ramp.  The bridge is fine; it is the side ramp coming off the bridge that presented the problem.  31 January is the date for completion – the clock is ticking.

(2)  Construction street sweepers are sweeping the frontage roads.  That helps keep the area neat and orderly.

(3)  The concerns are centered on much construction and not much progress.  There are a number of projects that were started months ago and are still not completed.  When TXDOT has the town hall meeting in early February, these concerns will be raised.

II.

(1)  The  Mall containing Village Voice, Anytime Fitness, etc., is receiving a

new roof painting. Looking good!

(2)  The Golf Course continues to improve as work is continually being done.  Golfers are playing every day – some in the cold and a few in the rain.  Spring is coming.  Have you considered becoming a member?

(3)  The Mill Creek Association has requested and paid for the permit with Texas Parks and Wild Life  to clean the Low Water Bridge Area.  Amber is requesting the second permit.  Both should be received in the next few weeks.  

(4)  The Trees with limbs over the road are presenting a problem to our Fire Department.  If they are too low, they will damage the lights and roofs of the trucks.  Repairs are expensive.  If you have large trees near the road, respectfully request the limbs be inspected to ensure they are not causing a problem. 

III.

Sunday, 3 P.M., the first meeting between Robert Sulasky, Sanctuary’s CEO, Madison Inselmann, project Manager, the Village City Manager, and Mayor was held.  The basis for the meeting was clarification of Sanctuary’s proposal letter which was received by the City Manager and the Mayor.  No negotiations took place.  It was simply questions and answers.   The meeting was cordial, informative, and beneficial. Kim will be presenting the letter to the three committees, Development and Economics, Water Treatment/Sewer, and ETJ/Annexation in the next two weeks.  The committees, consisting of two Aldermen and two or three citizens will review, research, and make recommendations to be used in formal negotiations.   

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