Point Austin: Money Matters, and the Senate

Can the Dems find (and fund) the candidate to beat Cornyn?

"...not among those who believe money is all that matters in politics, it's a fact that if a candidate..."

Aug. 2, 2019 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

The City Council prepares to decide how much information about Austin Energy's finances and operations will be kept out of the public view when deregulation comes in 2002.

"...The official slate of so-called competitive matters didn't change much in the interim, but three..."

March 23, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Naked City

Over objections from two council members, the City Council votes to reduce parkland dedication fees for the Four Seasons Residences on Town Lake, but doesn't -- as the project's developer would like -- waive the fee entirely

"...Austin Energy records that fall into the category of "competitive matters" for the purposes of the Texas Open Meetings..."

Feb. 9, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Naked City

A public forum over Austin Energy's proposed "secrecy resolution," which will allow the utility to keep some financial information under wraps in response to competition, yields plenty of discussion but little agreement.

"...records might leave the company vulnerable in a newly competitive atmosphere...."

July 28, 2000 News Feature by Dan Oko

Naked City

The council approves a requirement that all matters coming to a vote include a note detailing their financial impact; Austin Energy's "competitive matters" resolution, which would keep some business matters secret, angers some local activists.

"...have the right to designate certain business transactions as "competitive matters" which they can keep out of the public..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Then There's This: Too Much Heartburn Over AE 'Governance'

Council appoints itself to a committee to study utility oversight

"...Com­mis­sion, which provides input on renewable energy and conservation matters. "I believe that will allow us to talk about..."

May 31, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

Austin Energy Buys Out Biomass Plant

City utility escapes money-losing 2008 energy deal

"...to vote on the matter in secret, as a "competitive matters transaction" involving the utility that's exempt from Texas..."

April 26, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, March 18-25

"...The Electric Utility Com­mis­sion is considering changes to AE's Competitive Matters Resolution, which governs information the utility considers confidential...."

March 19, 2010 News Feature

'Life, the Universe, and Everything' Bowl

"...on the opposition to piece together four quarters of competitive football. I doubt you can find one member of..."

Sept. 17, 2007 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

Naked City

Money Matters

"...AE was allowed to keep confidential information regarding its competitive position; that info would otherwise be public record. For..."

Sept. 14, 2001 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...endorsed only in those races that either appear actually competitive, or that we believe have sufficient local interest to..."

Nov. 3, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...endorsed only in those races that either appear actually competitive, or that we believe have sufficient local interest to..."

Oct. 27, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...endorsed only in those races that either appear actually competitive, or that we believe have sufficient local interest to..."

Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature

Council: Hush Please … We’re Hiring a City Manager

City requests A.G. ruling to keep search confidential

"...the Texas attorney general, and arguing that the city's "competitive position" (or even its salary parameters) in recruiting candidates..."

Nov. 3, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Savings or Slush?

In a tight budget year, Austin Energy's debt management fund is under scrutiny.

"...for permission to use the DMF to "improve its competitive position" in other ways, "including, but not limited to,..."

Aug. 23, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Domestic Bliss

As gays and lesbians gain acceptance in society, more and more companies are offering health care benefits to their employees' domestic partners.

"...for the increase in domestic partner benefits is the competitive job market, Mills says. "A big factor is [that]..."

Aug. 4, 2000 News Feature by Jonathan David Carroll

The Color of Fire

The Austin Fire Department is making another attempt at staff diversity – will it do any better this time?

"...conspiracy at worst – were actually related to legitimate matters in the Austin Fire Department. Over the testy objections..."

May 13, 2011 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen Crew Has Answers

Nine pro chefs and YouTube personalities tackle our burning food Qs

"..."more is more" kind of gal! I'm not a competitive person when it comes to sharing the food media..."

March 20, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Run-off Election Results

Winners and losers in the Democratic primary

"...The two ran an amicable and competitive race that got tense as the run-off approached, with..."

May 25, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

The Tipping Point

By raising menu prices and eliminating gratuity, restaurateurs hope they've found the recipe for a better quality of life for staff

"...for $15.50 an hour. Additionally, all employees are offered competitive health insurance rates (plus 50% of spouse and family..."

March 25, 2016 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

Slam Sisters

The Women of the World Poetry Slam brings Austin a spoken-word contest that's about more than scores

"...found her way to her first poetry slam, a competitive spoken-­word performance in which members of the audience score..."

March 21, 2014 Arts Feature by Amy Gentry

CNN Obama-Clinton Debate: The full transcript

Word for word, the whole shebang

"...country in more than 80 countries to negotiate on matters such as opening borders for refugees during the war..."

Feb. 21, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Words for Words

Spoken-word artists on their art form, the National Poetry Slam, and one another

"...and my pride intact, I grew up avoiding everything competitive. I painted. I acted in plays. I made music...."

Aug. 3, 2007 Arts Feature

Who's Paying for LCRA Growth?

The LCRA’s wholesale customers are asking tough questions about the agency’s expensive expansion

"...water business in Central Texas took on a more competitive edge. The LCRA made its enterprising leap into the..."

Oct. 6, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Senators Live Beyond Their Means

A study of 'campaign expenditures' finds that our part-time state senators live very well

"...proposed salary increase in 1991. Legislators then handed salary matters to the Ethics Commission, giving the agency the authority..."

July 23, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...launched the industry's lowest-cost offering. These offers are absolutely competitive in terms of ease and affordability with what we..."

July 25, 2003 Column

Neighbors vs. Neighbors

A profile of the Central Texas struggle over Alcoa Rockdale and its plans for expansionAlcoa announces new "voluntary" emissions reductions.

"...the Capitol, another water board official describes related technical matters, and there is a smattering of polite audience questions..."

July 27, 2001 News Feature by Michael King

Rocky Mountain High

Austin Brewers at the Great American Beer Festival

"...bragging rights -- that result from winning such a competitive event. In years past, GABF medals have been awards..."

Nov. 15, 1996 Food Feature by Pableaux Johnson

Keep On Shoppin'

Wheatsville Calls on Old Friends to Stay Afloat

"...the best of both worlds -- good eats at competitive prices...."

Nov. 8, 1996 News Feature by Amy Smith

Who's Got the Hootie?

Comparing Austin' and Dallas' 1995 Output

"...on their own," says Interscope's Santamaria. "For myself, what matters is the music and then that the band doesn't..."

Jan. 19, 1996 Music Feature

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