Not So Cool

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

"...or two facts – something to do with Mayor Will Wynn or energy-efficient home retrofits or Austin Energy. The..."

June 19, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

City Hall Hustle: Trouble Abhors a Vacuum

There's always room for argument at City Hall

"...currently undergoing a performance audit, and its longtime head, Willie Rhodes, was recently moved to the city's newly formed..."

June 19, 2009 News Column by Wells Dunbar

City Hall Hustle: McCracken's Downfall

What was the big idea?

"...That's what Will Wynn said Monday at the press conference called for..."

May 15, 2009 News Column by Wells Dunbar

City Hall Hustle: Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Gale's farewell hymn closes the council year

"...against Jennifer. You sort of ran with her," said Will Wynn, who had "the distinct privilege" twice. Like all..."

Dec. 26, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

TWG Considers Green Line

A rail line along the Austin-Manor-Elgin corridor could decrease traffic congestion and minimize air pollution

"...year. The next ozone season, which begins April 1, will probably determine our status. If the region comes under..."

Dec. 5, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

President-Elect Obama

Ending the politics of fear and hate

"...New Mexico, and said he hopes the national trends will be echoed in downballot Dem progress in Texas. "Obama..."

Nov. 7, 2008 News Feature by Michael King

Martinez Labors While Other Dems Party

Cap Metro strike: What a bummer

"...Especially appreciative of Martinez' efforts was Mayor Will Wynn. It was Wynn who labored long (and successfully)..."

Nov. 5, 2008 News Post by Katherine Gregor

Point Austin: A Family Matter

Cap Metro employees face another stark decision on their livelihoods

"...took direct intervention by then-Chair Lee Walker and Mayor Will Wynn to broker a deal. Asked about that possibility,..."

Oct. 24, 2008 News Column by Michael King

The Making of an Endorsement

"...new and relatively untested concept locally, the COA was willing to help finance the extra infrastructure costs to help..."

Oct. 24, 2008 News Feature

City Hall Hustle: Ocean's Seven

When the joint is hoppin', the cool cats and kitties come knockin'

"...Convening the City Council meeting last Thursday, a stuffed-up Will Wynn announced he had a "serious enough ear infection"..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Beside the Point

New council begins – then takes a month off

"...I am sure I won't be perfect, but I will do the very best that I can to be..."

July 4, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Beside the Point

As Kim makes her exit, Austin heeds the heavens' wrath

"...Council," Kim began, having been given the floor by Will Wynn. Thanking her colleagues and staff for "making this..."

May 23, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Villa Muse Rolls the Credits

The film-studio-to-be is, apparently, not to be

"...Mayor Will Wynn said that he was "very disappointed" with this..."

May 9, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Streetcar Blow-Up

Splitting rails over the latest transit plan

"...final report, now expected in mid-May. The consultants' work will inform a city of Austin project proposal for urban..."

May 2, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Beside the Point

Gentlemen's agreements, single-member districts, and more

"...When Garcia tried to interject from the floor, Mayor Will Wynn thundered, "With all due respect, you are out..."

March 7, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

"...ready to replace failed Republican leaders with Democrats who will work for all Texans in Austin and Washington." –..."

March 7, 2008 News Feature

Oh, My (Updated)

Travis County charges Hizzoner with assault.

"...Mayor Will Wynn formally pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor assault..."

March 5, 2008 News Post by Wells Dunbar

City Council Notebook

Council goes balls out for their last meeting of the year.

"...resource planning at Austin Energy," through the lens of Will Wynn's Climate Protection Plan. Item 58: Creating an African..."

Dec. 12, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

"...• Williamson Co. commissioners voted to maintain the contract with Corrections..."

Nov. 2, 2007 News Feature

Beside the Point

Panhandling debate abates while Mangiasaurus Rex finds new home

"...of last week's (Oct. 18) council meeting was when Will Wynn got all tongue-tied over the proclamation of Red..."

Oct. 26, 2007 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...has a plan for redeveloping the property that somehow will revolve around a display of "healing crystals." Kathleen Macek,..."

Oct. 19, 2007 News Feature

Cool City: The Leffingwell Lens

One council member's view of the Austin Climate Protection Plan

"...(So, will the city's new partnership with the Lower Colorado River..."

Aug. 31, 2007 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

After a Fashion

Stephen trips down memory lane. Whoops!

"...two big fashion shows. We loved having hunky, handsome Will Wynn make his modeling debut in our show, doing..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Council's Got ... Talent?

At intermission, we talk to the headliners

"...4) What specific initiatives will you be bringing forward?..."

July 13, 2007 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Beside the Point

We know what won't be going in at Webberville ... at least for now

"..."There's not a proposal for a landfill," Mayor Will Wynn told the assembled representatives of Webberville last week...."

May 25, 2007 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Writing the Climate

Flannery and Kolbert on the accelerating pace of global warming

"...most ambitious municipal climate-protection plan in the nation, Mayor Will Wynn sat on the Paramount Theatre stage moderating a..."

May 18, 2007 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Naked City

"...our troops, but he cannot veto reality. Our troops will return; it is only a matter of how much..."

May 4, 2007 News Feature

City Gets Street-Smart About Bikes

Local task force formed at behest of Mayor's Fitness Council and Urban Transportation Commission gets rolling

"...backing of local cycling celebs Lance Armstrong and Mayor Will Wynn. "The Street Smarts Task Force will help move..."

April 6, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

TCB: Thursday

SXSW Music News and Carryings On

"...SXSW appearances besides Saturday night's Stubb's show, but they will play around 1pm Friday at the Austin City Limits..."

March 16, 2007 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Beside the Point

Council members head to conference center/day spa for "team building," "agenda setting," and inner council member exploration

"..."I choose the term 'workday,'" Will Wynn told us. While he might also prefer calling..."

Nov. 10, 2006 News Column by Wells Dunbar

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