Downtown's Tall Order

Where can we put 20,000 new residents?

"...this map should have some shock value for the council and its [Downtown Plan] consultant," said Committee Chair Robert..."

June 23, 2006 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...from Austin ISD Superintendent Pat Forgione. See p.19 and "Capitol Chronicle," p.16...."

Aug. 13, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

Everybody talk about: pop music, aquifer protection, police presence, even doggie do and doggie don't.

"...She quoted me as saying that when the City Council signed the three-year police contract in March: " ......"

May 18, 2001 Column

This Ain't No KOA

Don't Let the Tent Flap Hit You on Your Way Out...

"...Michael Urubek says the city council is dreaming if it thinks the new encampment ordinance..."

Feb. 16, 1996 News Feature by Audrey Duff

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight

All eyes on the Democratic primary run-off in House District 46

"...by a 2013 car accident, her attendance at the Capitol diminished. And while it appeared she might mount a..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Naked City

"...a first time for everything. I was struck by Council Member [Sheryl] Cole's comments about ... the first African-American..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature

A Question of Equity

Is It Time for Austin Actors To Go Union? And Vice Versa?

"...Board was the Western Advisory Board. The New York Council had the final say on everything. A lot of..."

June 9, 2000 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Page Two

"...Johnson Consulting, Inc. and presented to the Austin City Council on Oct. 22, 1997. Copies of the study are..."

April 17, 1998 Column by Nick Barbaro

Tied to the Tracks

"...Capital Metro's own long-range plan, the ATS' Austin Metropolitan Area Transportation Plan (AMATP), the city's Sustainable Communities Initiative, and..."

April 4, 1997 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Casting Votes Against Development

"...these are what attract people to the inner city area...."

Feb. 21, 1997 Column

True Love and Lawsuits in the Wedding Capital of Texas

'Til death do us party

"...turn a property they owned in the Dripping Springs area into a wedding venue. Although the property belongs to..."

April 27, 2018 News Feature by Kate Groetzinger

Urban Rail: Which Way to Connect?

Project Connect recommends a rail corridor – and transit advocates board opposing trains

"...recommendations are now scheduled for a briefing to City Council this Thurs­day, Dec. 12, along with a proposed resolution..."

Dec. 13, 2013 News Feature by Mac McCann

Naked City

"...• The Austin City Council approved funding for an independent study of the Central..."

March 11, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...are in error for the statement in this article ["Capitol Chronicle," News, Oct. 22], which expressly states and italicizes..."

Dec. 17, 2004 Column

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...about the only piece of evidence that the City Council under Mayor Frank Cooksey deserved its pro-environment reputation." This..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Column

Prime Time Irony?

The Future of Liberty Lunch

"...been formed in the last year to study the area and what will be done with it. All of..."

Jan. 30, 1998 Music Feature by Louisa C. Brinsmade

Mike Martinez: 'Leadership of Austin's Tomorrow'

"...is, when I make a decision as a City Council member, it's coming from the perspective of someone who's..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature

Sex Offenders Exposed

Are sex offender laws causing more harm than good?

"...the rapid expansion of crime and punishment in this area of the law has created a clumsy system that..."

Sept. 10, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Can This District Be Saved?

The revival of the Warehouse District is rooted in Austin's history – and its popularity is also its peril

"...the Warehouse District is preserved. As Downtown thrives, the area is under increasing redevelopment pressure. While the fragmented ownership..."

Sept. 11, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Happenings

Jan. 24-30

"...CENTERS KICK OFF FREE TAX SERVICES Starting today, nine area locations provide free tax-preparation services to income-qualifying households. See..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature

Coal War Update

Charles "Doc" Anderson launches legislative attack against proposed coal-fired power plants, efficiency practices report, and more

"...anti-coal infantry is planning to peacefully occupy the state Capitol this Sunday and Monday...."

Feb. 9, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Western civilization picked up a bit of speed. See "Capitol Chronicle."..."

June 11, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

More letters about music, art, and urban planning

"...To pass an ordinance in the Bouldin Planning area which would lower the current size of single family..."

Aug. 17, 2001 Column

Georgetown Smackdown

Suburbanites Wrestle Over Managed Growth, Smart Growth, and "Stupid Growth"

"...10am on Monday, July 30, and the Georgetown City Council chambers are thick with tension. The seven council members..."

Aug. 17, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Postmarks

A plethora of environmental concerns are argued in this week's letters to the editor.

"...C stories? Have they even driven out into that area to see what's going on? Do they even know..."

March 31, 2000 Column

Septic Overload?

LCRA Waits in Wings While City Ponders Sewer Service

"...illustration by Doug Potter Austin city council- members are looking for a way to provide sewer..."

Aug. 21, 1998 News Column by Jenny Staff

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...mayoral candidate Max Nofziger, showed up at last Thursday's council meeting armed with a petition calling for a recount..."

May 16, 1997 News Feature

Taking a Look at the Neighborhoods That Will Be Changed the Most by Project Connect

Diving into the iterations of the public transit redesign

"...in transit, during which Austin became the fastest-growing metro area in the country...."

June 3, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin’s Steady Strides Toward Climate Sustainability

How are we doing and how effective can local policies be at mitigating a worldwide crisis?

"...part in the Sept. 20 Climate Strike at the Capitol. "So should we!"..."

Nov. 1, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

"...Thousands of immigrants, families, and friends marched from the Capitol to City Hall on May 1, joining nationwide demonstrations..."

May 4, 2007 News Feature

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