Austin @ Large: Austin at Large

Even if a current criminal probe turns up no fire, Austin's minority contracting program has never lacked for smoke and heat.

"...enterprise") program -- focusing as it does all of Austin's neuroses about race and equity, economic growth, and good..."

Dec. 6, 2002 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Point Austin: Storm Surge

Finger-pointing follows lost fed funds for Weatherization Assistance Program

"...businesses. Minority business reps went on the defensive, saying Austin Energy was blaming them for the postponement...."

Dec. 2, 2011 News Column by Amy Smith

UPDATED: Austin Aquarium Gets the Fisheye

Owners’ checkered past raises red flags; city says no animals on site

"...two city departments to investigate goings-on at the proposed Austin Aquarium, the city says a permit request to "stock"..."

Aug. 26, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Watering the F1 MBE/WBEs

F1 gets pro-active on small business involvement with commission vote

"...voted 5-1 to reimburse construction of pipes for the Austin F1 track. What does the city get? A water..."

Nov. 11, 2010 Sports Post by Richard Whittaker

Not So Cool

Austin's 2009 Climate Protection Program update confirms progress on energy – but reflects a feeble citywide effort

"...Asked what they think of the Austin Climate Protection Program, most Austinites respond with a befuddled..."

June 19, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Garza Cleared for Minority Business

City rejects complaint filed by black contractors

"...A black contractors' group has lost its challenge to the city's..."

Jan. 11, 2013 News Feature by Amy Smith

How Do You Formulate a Grand Prix?

The race to nail down an F1 deal involves multiple entities

"...Five months ago, Austinites heard the surprising announcement that Formula One motor racing..."

Nov. 19, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

City Hall Hustle: Trying to Share the Work

Council tweaks MBE/WBE rules to broaden contract participation

"...and there are a lot – has to be Austin's Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. Otherwise known..."

Oct. 29, 2010 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

City Council announces that it will buy land for a proposed homeless shelter outright, after the Salvation Army placed stipulations on the sale of the downtown land which the city said it was unable to meet. Also, other council news.

"...do," says Paul Martin, chairman of the Downtown Neighborhood Association's Central Booking Committee. "We could even be overreacting."..."

Nov. 10, 2000 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Cracks in the System

Is the City's Minority Procurement Process Up to Par?

"...businesses -- requested that the city's profile of the Austin firm of Kirkwood & Hunter Enterprises be altered. He..."

Sept. 19, 1997 News Feature by Chris Walters

Then There's This: As the Door Revolves ...

Contractors cry foul when ex-city official returns – wearing new hat

"...A contractors' association is challenging the process by which former Assistant..."

Nov. 9, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Naked City

Minority Contracts Probed

"...Materials Products Inc. and Aaron Concrete, and with the Austin-based U.S. Hispanic Contractors Association and its longtime head, Frank..."

Nov. 22, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

House Hunting

Underdog Stella Roland challenges incumbent Dawnna Dukes to represent East Austin in the Texas House of Representatives.

"...calling Roland a "pawn" of Gary Bradley and West Austin developers who wanted a piece of East Austin in..."

Feb. 18, 2000 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

The Shark Bites Back

Mitchell Says the Eastside Needs Sharp Teeth

"...Mitchell photograph by Alan Pogue On election day for Austin's 1994 city council races, James Harper and Carol Hadnot..."

April 18, 1997 News Feature

'An Independent Person'

A Conversation With Randi Shade

"...Austin Chronicle: With such a difficult lead to overcome, why..."

June 3, 2011 News Feature by Michael King

Money for Nothing

Millions of Williamson County taxpayer dollars pour into a contractor's pocket, and no one seems to know why.

"...Gene Taylor, is that last November a flooring subcontractor, Austin-based Sunrise Commercial Painting, incorrectly applied an epoxy coating to..."

Aug. 15, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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CSC: It's a Good Thing

"...Dear Mr. Black, We find your editorial ["Page Two," Vol.18, No.30] about..."

April 2, 1999 Column

Naked City

The police union cools off, the Sophia King lawsuit is dropped, and the ministers march on City Hall

"...As the community crisis surrounding the Austin Police Department continues, this week saw some signs of..."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Austin Stories

"...The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association had originally decided not to appeal the site plan..."

Sept. 6, 2002 News Feature

Curtain Up on Mayor’s Race

Centex Dem forum opens with ‘major’ candidates

"...In the first face-to-face meeting of the fledgling Austin mayoral race, the Central Texas Democratic Forum hosted candidates..."

June 22, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Men at Work

City's day laborer program undergoes successful overhaul

"...Austin's day laborers, the mostly Hispanic, mostly young men who..."

Nov. 12, 1999 News Feature by Jenny Staff Johnson

Skeptics Question Aquarium Owners' Record

Groups ask city to investigate animal welfare

"...A proposed aquarium in Northwest Austin isn't expected to open until the end of the..."

Aug. 30, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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Don't Shelve Smart Growth

"...current City Council has presented a possible vision for Austin's future. However, I am concerned that the lack of..."

July 2, 1999 Column

Work Stops on Ghost Town

Meadows Housing Project Shuts Down

"...Sewage Treatment plant on FM 969 in far East Austin. The project, which began amid hosannas from city officials,..."

June 21, 1996 News Feature by Robert Bryce

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Our readers talk back.

"...me make that very statement to the citizens of Austin on KEYE news. I have asserted all along that..."

Jan. 18, 2002 Column

Taming the 12-Lane Monster

Task Force Finalizing Plan to Limit Environmental Damage From Aquifer Freeway

"...US290 Task Force -- a 15-member group composed of Austin Transportation Study (ATS) members, Oak Hill residents, and leaders..."

Dec. 13, 1996 News Feature

The Mayor's Story

Three contenders try to write a personal tale that will convince the voters

"...So it is with Austin's current mayoral campaign. Each of the eight declared candidates..."

Oct. 10, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

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Our readers talk back.

"...stand on density in and near their own homes ["Austin@Large," News, Dec. 19]. However, I found it odd that..."

Dec. 26, 2003 Column

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week"This is a sad day for Austin's live music scene. It isn't going to be the..."

May 13, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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Jesus Loves Hyde Park, Too

"...18, No. 41]). Five neighborhoods, mine included, in North Austin will be affected by the Hyde Park Baptist Church..."

June 25, 1999 Column

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