1. Enrollment projections for Round Rock ISD shift with housing market changes
Round Rock ISD is projected to reach a district wide enrollment of between 45,893 and 48,690 students in the next decade, a new demographics report shows.
In a departure from reports historically provided by Zonda Education, the range of possible results represents outcomes the district could face due to a few challenges in the local housing market, consultant Hudson Huff told trustees in a May update.
While interest rates remain high, residents of the district are not selling, he said, leading to an overall aging of the district's population. This is offsetting student enrollment growth in RRISD, where many new housing developments may bring families with school-aged children to the area.
Check out the full story by Reporter Brooke Sjoberg.
2. Georgetown eyes new fees, service cuts to address possible budget gap
In a three-year budget model, Georgetown officials are evaluating ways to increase revenue and lower expenses as forecasts show the city’s operating expenses are outpacing revenue sources.
To address possible budget gaps, staff will explore short and long-term strategies including implementing new fees, calling an election for a higher tax rate, reducing city staff benefits and more.
Learn more from Reporter Anna Maness.
3. Barking Armadillo Brewing in Georgetown to add coffee shop
Barking Armadillo Brewing will soon offer caffeinated drinks to Georgetown customers.
To add space for coffee sales, Trimm said a section of the brewery’s large bar will be reconfigured. The shop will likely open in mid-to-late June, he said.
Check out the full story by Reporter Anna Maness.
4. Pecan Street Festival event in Bee Cave draws 170 vendors, local visitors
The Pecan Street Festival has been held in Austin on Sixth Street since the late 1970s, but this spring the event found a new home in Bee Cave for its 50th anniversary.
In total, 170 artists and vendors convened May 3-4 at the festival’s new location in the Hill Country Galleria to share artwork, food and music with attendees who were able to explore Bee Cave’s shops and businesses while attending the free festival.
Read the full story by Reporter Karoline Pfeil.
5. 16 Round Rock business updates to check out
Learn more about new businesses coming to the area, as well as openings and closings happening in your local community.
Check out the full list of businesses from Editor Grant Crawford and Reporters Gracie Warhurst and Brooke Sjoberg.
6. Australian-style cafe Citizens now serving North Austin
All-day, Australian-inspired cafe Citizens is now open in North Austin off Burnet Road.
The cafe celebrated its grand opening May 24.
Read the full story by Editor Elle Bent.
