Get involved
Two town halls have been scheduled for Jan. 23 and Jan. 29 to gather public feedback, said Colin Guerra, Bastrop public information officer. Those wanting to participate can attend either of the following events:
- Town Hall No. 1
- Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m.
- Casa Chapala, 1800 Walnut St., Bastrop
- Town Hall No. 2
- Jan. 29, 6-8 p.m.
- Bastrop Public Library, 1100 Church St., Bastrop
Those needing special accommodations for the events can reach out to Catherine Castruita by phone at 512-332-8840 or email [email protected].
Some background
The Comprehensive Plan helps guide officials on policies related to development and the enhancement of the city, while also keeping in mind future growth, Guerra said.
According to the city’s website, comprehensive planning is an all-inclusive approach to addressing a community’s future growth and change, guiding officials with topics ranging from land use to preservation of natural resources and historically significant land and structures, as well as planning for infrastructure needs.
The plan also address issues related to schools, transportation, housing and public facilities.
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Though Bastrop currently has a Comprehensive Plan—which was adopted in 2001—it needs to be updated as the city grows.
Based on the latest information released by the U.S. Census Bureau, the area has seen a 21% population increase between 2019-23.
"We currently sit at about a 14,000 resident population, but we're expected to have 20,000 by [2029],” said City Manager Sylvia Carrillo-Trevino at the Bastrop Regional Business Summit on Nov. 13. “That's a 42% percent population growth in just four short years.”
More details
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