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Rail, rail, rail – why Austin needs more rail!

Jude Galligan | November 8, 2008 |

future of downtown Austin rail?
future of downtown Austin rail?

• Transportation is the most significant challenge facing region
• Lack of mobility is affecting Downtown’s role as cultural & commercial heart of region
• Lack of transportation options affects affordability & social equity
• Automobile dominance impairs ability to create pedestrian-oriented Downtown
• Rail provides opportunity to carry many more people in the same space compared to roads

World class cities are often defined by their rail system.  Austin has an opportunity to pool the economic resources from San Marcos to Round Rock with a rail system.  Companies looking to establish a headquarters look to cities with good mobility for its employees and customers.  Rail is an investment in our city that will provide a return in job growth, less sprawl, and less reliance on cars and foreign oil.

link to City Council presentation from Nov. 6th. [pdf]

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City Council passes mandatory "energy audits" for home sellers

Jude Galligan | November 7, 2008 |


The idea is to encourage home owners to make “green” decisions whenever possible.  But, at a time when home owners are already facing a slow down, this feels more like a tax on the home owner.  When it comes time to sell a house, the seller will be required to pay Austin Energy $200-300 for a report that gives buyers a snapshot of how energy efficient the property is. 

“Any upgrades would be voluntary, although officials are hoping that the
disclosures would prompt either buyers or sellers to gradually make
improvements that will cut energy use in the city.”

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