New Alamo Heights group wants to stay above politics
Written by SACommunities.com
Thursday, March 11, 2010 12:34 PM
The creation of the Community Association of Alamo Heights (CAAH) – in a city of little more than 7,000 residents where such a neighborhood organization already exists – took some by surprise. But to its officers, its untapped mission is clear: It’s all about the barn-raising.
CAAH Chairman Peter DeWitt and treasurer Suzy Bettac described the newly formed group’s mission as one steeped in community participation rather than serving a political role. (read more).
Olmos Park council reaches end on two controversies
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Thursday, March 11, 2010 10:12 AM
Two long-standing controversies in Olmos Park – excessive storm runoff from a developing school and a property owner's use of his home for short-term use among tourists – were resolved during recent City Council action. (read more).
Written by Melissa Ludwig and Tracy Idell Hamilton - Express-News
Monday, March 08, 2010 07:32 PM
When University of the Incarnate Word president Lou Agnese looks down from the five-story McCombs building at a city-owned parcel at the intersection of Hildebrand Avenue and U.S. 281, he sees a dump. (read more).
What is your opinion of the AHISD $44 million Bond Proposal?
Saturday, March 06, 2010 12:00 AM
Question of the Month: Is the Bond Proposal too much, just right or could we do more and has the school district done enough to inform the taxpayers? Will you vote yes or no? What do you think of the timing of this on the heels of the city facilities bond election? See AHISD Basics of the Bond story.
Alamo Heights Rotarians, city disagree on reason behind event move
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Thursday, March 04, 2010 10:30 AM
Alamo Heights Night – a 23-year Fiesta tradition – is changing venue for the first time in its history after disagreements with city officials over profits from the annual party and complaints about its growth. (read more).
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Wednesday, March 03, 2010 07:01 PM
Alamo Heights residents recently gathered Saturday at a workshop designed to seek public input into an envisioned dog park, with ideas ranging from keeping the facility private for local property owners to the notion of separating canines according to their size. (read more).
National group honors Alamo Heights long-range plan
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Wednesday, March 03, 2010 04:01 PM
Alamo Heights recently was honored for its recently completed comprehensive plan – an exhaustive examination of community living intended as a blueprint for future growth.
The American Planning Association bestowed the city recognition for the ambitious municipal plan adopted last May whose creation was spearheaded by City Manager Ann McGlone. The recognition was made during a ceremony at the El Tropicano Hotel downtown on Feb. 23. (read more).
The Alamo Heights Independent School District Board of Trustees has called for a $44,000,000 Bond Issue Election to be held on Saturday, May 8, 2010. (read full pdf from AHISD site). Project Highlights : • Replace, maintain, and expand technology for classrooms • Expand Music Building at the High School • Partner with CPS Energy for solar energy • Reallocate space to increase number of classrooms • Address campus safety renovations • Repair foundations • Resurface/add community tracks at JS, Cambridge, Woodridge • Renovate campus restrooms • Build baseball dressing facility • Replace roofing at all campuses • Install security cameras at all campuses • Increase parking at High School, Cambridge, Howard • Thermal storage air conditioning • Air condition elementary gyms • Fencing and sidewalk repairs • Maintenance equipment • New buses
After 23 years in the same neighborhood, Alamo Heights Night is moving to a new venue beyond the suburb's boundaries.
This year's outdoor party that signals the arrival of Fiesta shifts from the Alamo Heights Pool to the University of the Incarnate Word campus. (read more).
Local architect, Peter DeWitt, announced the formation of the new Community Association of Alamo Heights (CAAH) to the Alamo Heights City Council at the February 22nd meeting. As spokesperson for the Community Association, Mr. DeWitt explained the mission and some of the future projects it would be promoting. With the goal of building a stronger community in touch with both its past, present and future, Mr. DeWitt stated that the Community Association wanted to involve as many residents as possible to join in building tight community bonds. (read more).
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Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 07:19 PM
Alamo Heights officials are delaying implementing revamped building code revisions – an ordinance overhaul affecting commercial and residential construction – in an effort to gain more input from real estate brokers.
At its Feb. 8 regular meeting, City Council agreed to postpone implementing a streamlined ordinance until next month. The delay partially was sparked by a request from commercial real estate broker George Geis, owner of several local commercial properties, who personally asked council for postponement. (read more).
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 07:16 PM
Olmos Park City Councilman Joe Izbrand has opted not to run for mayor after all. In a phone interview on Monday, Izbrand said he reconsidered a mayoral bid after weighing his work and family obligations with the rigors of the public post. (read more).
Lawson has filed a lawsuit against the City of Alamo Heights, saying it is violating the Americans With Disabilities Act. Lawson said some sidewalks in Alamo Heights are too narrow, curbs are too high and there are no ramps. (read more).
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The Alamo Heights Independent School District Board of Trustees has called for a $44,000,000 Bond Issue Election to be held on Saturday, May 8, 2010. (
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