City & County Information

Round Rock Alan McGraw[/caption] Round Rock: Alan McGraw, Mayor

The city of Round Rock has a colorful history but is focused on the future as one of the most successful, fastest-growing cities in the nation. We’re recognized nationally for our high quality of life, yet we remain an affordable community. We have an award-winning park system and school district, and we are one of the safest cities in the United States. With its charming, unpretentious atmosphere, our downtown is a welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike. It’s got an easygoing vibe and is just plain fun. Our “Sports Capital of Texas” brand continues to grow, thanks to the rapid success of the Round Rock Sports Center, which opened in December 2013, and the continued success at Old Settlers Park. The city is booming with numerous sports tournaments and events. It is an exciting time to be in Round Rock!

City statistics 2014 population: 112,744 Median age: 31.7 Median annual household income: $69,533 Property tax rate: $0.41465 per $100 of property valuation Estimated sales tax collected: $64.8 million City limits: 34.11 square miles

Round Rock Round Rock City Council, from left: George White, mayor pro tem and Place 2; Craig Morgan, Place 1; Frank Leffingwell, Place 3; Mayor Alan McGraw; Writ Baese, Place 5; Kris Whitfield, Place 6; Will Peckham, Place 4[/caption]

City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, unless otherwise noted, at City Hall, 221 E. Main St., 512-218-5401, www.roundrocktexas.gov

Terms and compensation The mayor and council members serve three-year terms with no limits. The mayor is paid $1,000 per month; council members are paid $750 per month. All receive a $200-per-month vehicle allowance.

Recordings Live broadcasts and recordings of meetings can be found at www.roundrocktexas.gov/replay

Council members and term expiration dates Alan McGraw—mayor, 2014-17 George White—mayor pro tem, Place 2, 2013-16 Craig Morgan—Place 1, 2014-17 Frank Leffingwell—Place 3, 2015-18 Will Peckham—Place 4, 2014-17 Writ Baese—Place 5, 2015-18 Kris Whitfield—Place 6, 2013-16

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Pflugerville Jeff Coleman[/caption] Pflugerville: Jeff Coleman, Mayor In 2015 the city of Pflugerville finished a “pfar-out” throwback to 1965 to celebrate our 50th birthday. We reflected on our history through historical displays, watched movies from 1965 and held a huge birthday party July 24 at Pfluger Park. In addition to the celebration of our past, city projects leapt forward, including Kelly Lane turn lanes and Black Locust and Pflugerville Heights parks development.

In 2016 as I look forward to my last year serving as your mayor, I’m honored to see several accomplishments over the years, including consecutive property tax reductions and conservative fiscal budgeting. The population boom from 35,000 to over 55,000 has attracted retail, entertainment and hotels. As a result, I’ve watched sales tax revenue more than double from $2.4 million to $6.4 million a year since 2007. I’m proud of the “pfootprint” I have left as your mayor and anticipate more successes for Pflugerville in 2016.

City statistics 2014 population: 54,644 Median age: 34.5 Median annual household income: $76,032 Property tax rate: $0.5405 per $100 of property valuation Estimated sales tax collected: $6,318,000 City limits: 22.7 square miles

Pflugerville Pflugerville City Council meets at 100 E. Main St., Ste. 500, on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.[/caption]

City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at City Council Chambers, 100 E. Main St., Ste. 500., 512-990-6101, www.pflugervilletx.gov

Terms and compensation The mayor and council members serve three-year terms with a limit of three terms without pay.

Recordings Live broadcasts and recordings of meetings can be found at www.pflugervilletx.gov/pftv

Council members and term expiration dates Jeff Coleman—Mayor, 2013-16 Wayne Cooper—Place 1, mayor pro tem, 2013-16 Brad Marshall—Place 2, 2014-17 Omar Peña—Place 3, 2015-18 Starlet Sattler—Place 4, 2014-17 Mike Heath*—Place 5, 2015-18

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Hutto Debbie Holland[/caption] Hutto: Debbie Holland, Mayor

Welcome to Hutto. You may have noticed that Hutto is under construction. As one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, we have new roads, houses and businesses popping up in nearly every nook and cranny of our great city.  So far in 2015, Hutto has been honored as the safest city in Texas—twice. We also took top honors as the No. 1 local commuter community for young couples. We’re eyed by retailers and developers, and we’re on the map for more major growth. We have also been designated as a “Film Friendly Community” by the Texas Film Commission, putting Hutto in the spotlight in another profitable industry. I invite you to explore our community. Old Town Hutto is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, Henrietta the Hippo, one-of-a kind events and The Gin at the Co-Op District. Shop, stroll and have some fun in the heart of Hutto! We hope to see you soon!

City statistics 2014 population: 21,170 Median age: 31.1 Median annual household income: $72,044 Property tax rate: $0.5285 per $100 of property valuation Estimated sales tax collected: $2,244,777 City limits: 8.07 square miles

Hutto Hutto City Council, from left: Tom Hines, Place 2; Veronica Quintanilla-Perez, Place 3; Max Yeste, Place 6; Mayor Debbie Holland; Michael J. Smith, mayor pro tem and Place 4; Anne Cano, Place 1; Lucio Valdez, Place 5[/caption]

City Council The council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month at City Council Chambers, 401 W. Front St., 512-759-4033, www.huttotx.gov

Terms and compensation The mayor and council members serve three-year terms with no term limits or compensation.

Recordings Live broadcasts and recordings of meetings can be found at www.huttotx.gov/councilmeetings

Council members and term expiration dates Debbie Holland—mayor, 2013-16 Michael J. Smith—mayor pro tem, Place 4, 2014-17 Anne Cano—Place 1, 2014-17 Tom Hines—Place 2, 2015-18 Veronica “Ronnie” Quintanilla- Perez—Place 3, 2013-16 Lucio Valdez—Place 5, 2015-18 Max Yeste—Place 6, 2013-16

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Williamson County Dan Gattis[/caption] Williamson County: Dan Gattis, Williamson County Judge

Williamson County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas as well as in the nation. It encompasses more than 1,134 square miles right here in the heart of Central Texas and in recent years has grown into a vibrant community where its citizens can live and work. One of the biggest focuses for the county each year is to balance fiscal responsibility while still meeting the present and future needs of a growing population. The Williamson County Commissioners Court prides itself on listening to the needs and wants of its constituents by protecting more green open spaces through our parks programs, providing award-winning emergency services and excellent customer service. Planning for the future involves voter-approved road bond and parks projects, including a new events center to be built in eastern Williamson County. It also includes initiating and promoting water discussions throughout Central Texas to ensure we have enough of this natural resource for the estimated future growth of Williamson County.

County statistics 2014 population: 441,445 Median age (2013): 34.6 Median annual household income (2013): $71,803 Property tax rate (fiscal year 2015-16): $0.481529 per $100 of property valuation County limits: 1,135 square miles

Williamson County Williamson County Commissioners Court, from left: Lisa Birkman, Precent 1; Cynthia Long, Precinct 2; County Judge Dan Gattis; Valerie Covey, Precinct 3; Ron Morrison, Precinct 4[/caption]

Commissioners Court Meets Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the Williamson County Courthouse, 710 S. Main St., Georgetown, 512-943-1100 • www.wilco.org

Terms and compensation The county judge and county commissioners serve four-year terms. As of Oct. 1, Commissioners receive an annual salary of $94,037.10. The county judge receives an annual salary of $115,485.

Recordings Recordings of meetings are available at www.wilco.org

Court members and term expiration dates Dan Gattis—county judge, 2014-18 Lisa Birkman—Precinct 1, 2012-16 Cynthia Long—Precinct 2, 2014-18 Valerie Covey—Precinct 3, 2012-16 Ron Morrison—Precinct 4, 2014-18

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Travis County Sarah Eckhardt[/caption] Travis County: Sarah Eckhardt, Travis County Judge

Welcome to Travis County! We have a remarkable park system, home to the world-renowned natural spring at Hamilton Pool Preserve and to rock-climbing cliffs above the Pedernales River at Reimers Ranch Park. We have eight parks on Lake Travis that people from throughout Central Texas visit to swim, picnic, boat, camp, hike, mountain bike and enjoy the Hill Country surroundings. We have more than 60 sports fields and 30 sports courts plus playgrounds, picnic pavilions, trails, a swimming pool, a spray park, a disc golf course and a cricket field. Our park system boasts one of Texas’ largest skate parks and a nationally top-ranked BMX track. Our 9,300-acre park system continues to grow as the county pursues its initiative to build a comprehensive greenway system along major rivers and creeks.

County statistics

2014 population: 1,151,145 Median age (2013): 31 Median annual household income (2013): $58,025 Property tax rate (fiscal year 2015-16): $0.4169 per $100 of property valuation County limits: 1,034.4 square miles

Travis County Travis County Commissioners Court, from left: Margaret Gómez, Precinct 4; Gerald Daugherty, Precinct 3; Judge Sarah Eckhardt; Brigid Shea, Precinct 2; Ron Davis, Precinct 1[/caption]

Commissioners Court Meets Tuesdays at 9 a.m. Travis County Administration Building, 700 Lavaca St., Austin, 512-854-9555, www.traviscountytx.gov

Terms and compensation The county judge and county commissioners serve four-year terms. The judge’s base pay is $118,373. Commissioner base pay is $98,463.

Recordings Live broadcasts and recordings of meetings can be found at www.traviscountytx.gov

Court members and term expiration dates Sarah Eckhardt—county judge—2014-18 Ron Davis—Precinct 1, 2012-16 Brigid Shea—Precinct 2, 2014-18 Gerald Daugherty—Precinct 3, 2012-16 Margaret Gómez—Precinct 4, 2014-18

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Education

Round Rock ISD 300 Lake Creek Drive 512-464-5000 www.roundrockisd.org Superintendent: Steve Flores Total students: 47,251 Round Rock ISD

Assessment test scores online in the RRISD Education Focus guide

Education

Pflugerville ISD 1401 W. Pecan St. 512-594-0000 www.pfisd.net Superintendent: Alex Torrez Total students: 23,948 Pflugerville ISD

Assessment test scores online in the PISD Education Focus guide

Education

Hutto ISD 200 College St. 512-759-3771 www.hutto.txed.net Superintendent: Doug Killian Total students: 6,187 Hutto ISD

Assessment test scores online in the HISD Education Focus guide

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Real Estate

New communities

There are dozens of new and established communities in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto that are consistently adding new houses. This is just a small selection of communities that are growing.

New communities

ROUND ROCK

Paloma Lake Paloma Lake[/caption]

1. Paloma Lake

  • Home values: $239K-$479K
  • 500+ homes
  • Builders: CalAtlantic, Grand Haven Homes, Highland, M/I Homes, Wilshire
  • School district: Round Rock ISD
  • 512-366-5235
  • www.kbhome.com

2. The Park at Legends West

3. Teravista

  • Home values: $210K-$688K
  • 500+ homes
  • Builders: CalAtlantic, Centerra, Meritage, Lennar, Village Builders
  • School districts: Round Rock ISD, Georgetown ISD
  • 512-861-2103
  • www.teravista.com

PFLUGERVILLE

4. Carrington Court Townhomes

5. Falcon Pointe

  • Home values: $215K-$450K
  • 500+ homes
  • Builders: CalAtlantic, Centerra, Chesmar, Lennar
  • School district: Pflugerville ISD
  • 512-861-2104
  • www.falconpointetx.com

HUTTO

6. Legends of Hutto

  • Home values: $180K-$250K
  • 500+ homes
  • Builders: Gehan, Lennar
  • School district: Hutto ISD
  • 512-795-8461
  • www.legendsofhuttohoa.com
Villas at Star Ranch Villas at Star Ranch[/caption]

7. Riverwalk

  • Home values: $173K-$212K
  • 500+ homes
  • Builder: D.R. Horton
  • School district: Hutto ISD
  • 512-759-2435
  • www.drhorton.com

8. Villas at Star Ranch

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Parks

Parks & trails Parks & trails[/caption]

ROUND ROCK

1. Brushy Creek Regional Trail The Round Rock portion of the trail is both paved and granite, running a little more than 3.12 miles within city limits and about 7 miles beyond the city, and has a rest area with pavilions and benches. The trailhead is at Freeman Park, and parking is available at the Rabb House rental facility located in Play for All Abilities Park.

2. Greater Lake Creek Park Trail Featuring decomposed granite and paved concrete, the 2.52-mile trail connects to the Clay Madsen Recreation Center, where parking is available.

PFLUGERVILLE

3. Gilleland Creek Trail The 4.97-mile trail runs from Swenson Farms Boulevard to Northeast Metropolitan Park and has trailheads at Pfluger Park, Gilleland Creek Park and Bohls Park. Parking is available at all of these parks.

4. Lake Pflugerville Trail The 2.9-mile crushed-granite trail has trailheads at the south parking lot of Lake Pflugerville and at Lake Pflugerville Park. Parking is located on the north and south sides of the lake.

HUTTO

5. Cottonwood Creek Trail From Hutto Elementary School near Fritz Park, the 3-mile paved trail connects Cottonwood Creek to Nadine Johnson Elementary School. Parking is available at Fritz and Creekside parks.

6. Hutto Lake Park Trail The trail includes a 1-mile track around a large pond and a 0.25-mile track around a smaller pond in Hutto Lake Park.

Parks & trails Parks & trails[/caption]

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Community Events

Events Rock’N Lights Holiday Light Tour[/caption]

NOVEMBER 2015

Rock’N Lights Holiday Light Tour and Christmas Towne Nov. 30-Dec. 26 • Times and prices available on website The drive-thru light show features more than 2 million lights with new displays and a longer light tunnel. After driving through the display, attendees can enter Christmas Towne, which features light displays, historic holiday displays, holiday food, pony rides and a petting zoo. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrocktx.gov/rocknlights

DECEMBER

Christmas Family Night Dec. 4 • 6:30 p.m. • Free The event includes the illumination of Christmas Towne with holiday lights, an appearance by Santa Claus, dancers, live music, free games, a light maze and a petting zoo. Christmas Towne/Dell Diamond parking lot www.roundrocktx.gov

Pfestival of Lights and Christmas Parade Dec. 5 • Free This full day of festivities includes the Downtown Association’s Holiday Stroll starting at 10 a.m., the Knights of Columbus Christmas Parade at dark, hot chocolate, arts and crafts and children’s choirs performing. Santa Claus is available for photographs at the end of the parade. Downtown Pflugerville 512-990-6113 www.pflugervilletx.gov

Old Town Christmas at Fritz Park Dec. 11 • 5:30-9 p.m. • Free Come experience the magic of Christmas in Fritz Park. This year’s event features performances by Hutto ISD school choirs, letters to Santa, arts and crafts, the movie “Elf,” hot chocolate, cookies, popcorn and train rides. Fritz Park, 400 Park Ave., Hutto 512-759-4000 www.huttotx.gov

Old Town Christmas Fair Dec. 12 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Free Visit local vendors and stop at downtown shops to buy figs, visit downtown restaurants and food vendors, and play in real snow. Live entertainment is scheduled throughout the day. Downtown Hutto, East and Farley Streets, Hutto 512-759-4029 www.huttotx.gov

JANUARY 2016

Pfreeze Pflop Jan. 1 • 9 a.m. • Admission is free with a donation of canned food Participants shoot down a slide into Scott Mentzer Pool for a cold blast to kick off the new year. The event continues until the last participants go down the slide. Scott Mentzer Pool, 901 Old Austin-Hutto Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6358 www.pflugervilletx.gov/pfreezepflop

FEBRUARY

Daddy Daughter Dance Feb. 6 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. (infants–7-year-olds), 8–10:30 p.m. (age 8 and older) • $7 (per person before Jan. 24), $10 (per person after Jan. 24) Fathers can take their daughters out for a night of dancing, treats and refreshments. Professional photography is available for an additional charge. Clay Madsen Recreation Center, 1600 Gattis School Road, Round Rock 512-218-3220 www.roundrocktexas.gov

MARCH

Flashlight egg hunt March 24 • 7:15–8:45 p.m. • $4–$5 Children can fill their baskets with eggs, candy and prizes during hunts held after the sun sets. Special gold eggs can be redeemed for extra prizes. Tickets are available for presale only. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrocktexas.gov

Hutto Easter egg hunt March 26 • 9–10 a.m. • Free The city of Hutto Parks and Recreation Department hosts an Easter egg hunt for children of all ages from throughout Hutto and neighboring communities. Children can meet the Easter Bunny and Hutto Hippo. Fritz Park, 306 E. Live Oak St., Hutto 512-759-4000 www.huttotx.gov

APRIL

Hutto Crawfish Festival April 16 • 11 a.m.–7 p.m. • Free This event includes live music, children’s activities, a classic car show and arts and crafts booths. Fresh crawfish and sausage plates are available for purchase. East and Farley streets, Hutto 512-759-4400 www.huttochamber.com

Youth Fishing Derby April 23 • 7–11 a.m. • Free Participants are divided into three age groups: Perch Division for children ages 3–5, Snapper Division for ages 6–9 and Redfish Division for ages 10–12. Prizes are awarded for fish caught in each division. The event also includes demonstrations and other activities. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrocktexas.gov

MAY

Muddy Miler Family Adventure May 7 • 8:30 a.m. • Free Participants can run over obstacles and get muddy from head to toe. The event is family-friendly. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrockrecreation.com

Home & Garden Show May 14 • 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free Get inspired at the Central Texas Home & Garden Show. The show features numerous vendors offering products and services, new ideas and general information related to home, gardening, remodeling and home decor. Regional garden experts present educational sessions and demonstrations throughout the day. Downtown Hutto 512-759-4029 www.visithutto.com

Events Deutschen Pfest[/caption]

Deutschen Pfest May 20-22 • Free (Children age 6 and under), $5 (Friday and Sunday), $7 (Saturday). • Times TBA This annual festival includes live music, food, an arts and crafts fair, a carnival, petting zoo, 5K and a parade. Pfluger Park, 515 City Park Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6350 www.pflugervilletx.gov/dpfest

JUNE

Kidfish June 4 • Price and times TBA Children age 16 and younger compete for the distinction of catching the longest fish and a chance to qualify for the state tournament. Prizes are awarded for the first- and second-place winners in each age group. Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville 512-990-6350 www.pflugervilletx.gov/kidfish

Juneteenth Rhythm and Ribs June 17 and 18 • Times TBD • Free Festivities at the event include carnival games, clowns, retail vendors and food. Juneteenth is the celebration of African-American emancipation from slavery in Texas. A cookoff is held at the event. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock www.roundrocktx.gov

JULY

Events Frontier Days and Round Rock parade[/caption]

Frontier Days and Round Rock parade July 4 • Free Enjoy a parade, fireworks, carnival rides, a jalapeno-eating contest, children’s games, a re-enactment of the Sam Bass shootout, a movie in the park, live music, Sertoma’s rubber duck race and more. Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrocktexas.gov

Pflugerville Pfirecracker Pfestival July 4 • Times TBA This celebration includes live music, food, children’s games, bounce houses, swimming, fishing, watercraft rentals and a fireworks show dependent on drought conditions. Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville 512-990-6113 www.pflugervilletx.gov/pfirecracker

AUGUST

5K for Clay Date and times TBA The annual event honors Clay Madsen and supports the Clay Madsen Recreation Center. The recreation center is a place where children can safely participate in activities, learn and play. The benefit-driven 5K is open to anyone. Clay Madsen Recreation Center, 1600 Gattis School Road, Round Rock 512-218-5540 www.roundrocktx.gov

OCTOBER

Chalk Walk Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 • Times TBA Free Community Impact Newspaper Chalk Walk and Festival Benefitting the Arts, features chalk artists, local musicians, crafters, food vendors and activities for children and adults. Centennial Plaza, 301 W. Bagdad Ave., Round Rock 512-218-7099 www.roundrockarts.org/chalk-walk

Events Hutto Olde Tyme Days[/caption]

Hutto Olde Tyme Days Oct 14-15 • Free Experience live music, food, rides, a classic car show and arts and crafts booths. Historic Downtown Hutto, near intersection of Hwy. 79 and East Street 512-759-4400 www.huttochamber.com

Pflugerville Pfall Chili Pfest Oct. 15 • Noon-5 p.m. Compete in a chili cookoff and jalapeno-eating contest, browse the car show or arts and crafts vendors, take part in a children’s area or washer tournament and more. Downtown Pflugerville, Main Street and Railroad Avenue 512-990-6113 www.pflugervilletx.gov/chili

NOVEMBER

Pfall Pfest Nov. 19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • Free Start holiday shopping as arts and crafts vendors display their one-of-a-kind items, which include baked goods, jewelry, glassware and more. Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6350 www.pflugervilletx.gov/pfallpfest

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