Volente denies controversial short-term rental permit

Volente City Council voted on May 16 to deny a conditional use permit that would have paved the way for a controversial short-term rental to reopen at 16601 Jackson Street, Volente. Map from Google Maps


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Austin Public Library plans include Four Points


The dark blue circles indicate new branches in the long-range plan and the new Far Northwest branch appears to be around the Concordia University Texas area. “Concordia is pleased that the city of Austin has brought us to the table to address issues in this part of the city. We want to serve our students and our community and look forward to continued participation in plans for library services in NW Austin. “ said Beth Atherton, senior vice president for external affairs. Austin Public Library officials said new facilities could be either brand-new construction or remodels of existing buildings.
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