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THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 City of Buda Hires New Water Resources Coordinator: The City of Buda is pleased to announce Blake Neffendorf as our new Water Resources Coordinator. As Water Resources Coordinator, Neffendorf will lead water conservation programs, the City’s Aquifer Storage Recovery Pilot Study, the Alliance Regional Water Authority Pipeline and Groundwater Importation project, and other water-related projects. Read more here: http://bit.ly/2GLWX9C

Public Workshops on the Proposed Emerald Crown Regional Trail Project

Hosted by the Regional Trail Work Group March 28, 2018 Buda City Hall 121 S. Main St. 7:00 - 7:30 pm - Presentation 7:30 - 9:00 pm - Open House for Public Feedback

The public is invited to attend workshops to learn about and provide input on the Emerald Crown Regional Trail concept. The Emerald Crown Trail, as envisioned, would link Buda, Kyle and San Marcos. The workshops will begin with an overview presentation about the trail concept, followed by an opportunity for the public to provide input on what the trail could look like, potential destinations and trailhead locations, and feasible trail routes. The Emerald Crown Trail is still in the very early stages of planning, and input is needed from the public to refine the trail concept. The workshops will be facilitated by the National Park Service Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program. Regional Trail Work Group members include the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance; Hays County; the cities of Buda, Kyle and San Marcos; the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University; the Guadalupe-Blanco River Trust; the Hill Country Conservancy; the Texas State University Geography Department; and Take-a-Hike San Marcos.

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 CITY OF BUDA ACCEPTING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPLICATIONS DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MARCH 26, 2018 Interested in serving on one of our various Boards and Commissions? Our Main Street Advisory Board is looking to fill five spots. Main Street Manager Maggie Gillespie explains the role of the board in the video link below. http://bit.ly/2nP4ZWY Our Sustainability Commission is looking to fill four spots! If you are interested in environmental causes this is the commission for you. GIS Analyst Kenny Skrobanek explains the role of the commission in the video link below. http://bit.ly/2Bweemv Our Buda Economic Development Corporation Board is looking to fill four spots. Buda EDC Executive Director Ann Miller explains the role of the board in the video link below. http://bit.ly/2ErmBCG The Buda City Council is accepting completed application forms from City of Buda Citizens interested in serving on one of our various Boards and Commissions. The following boards have openings coming up in April 2018: Construction Board of Appeals Dupre Local Government Corporation Economic Development Corporation Board Historic Preservation Commission Library Commission Main Street Advisory Board Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Sustainability Commission Zoning Board of Adjustment

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The link below contains a complete listing of our Boards and Commissions and their related duties: City of Buda Boards and Commissions Application forms may be picked up at City Hall, 121 S. Main St., Buda, during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday 8:00 pm – 5:00 pm, and on Fridays from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. You can also download a copy of the application: Board and Commission Application Submit application by: mail: City of Buda, c/o City Clerk, P.O. Box 1380, Buda, TX 78610 hand delivery: City Hall, 121 S. Main Street, Buda, TX 78610 email: City Clerk The deadline to submit a completed application is March 26, 2018. For additional information, contact the City Clerk at 512-3120084.

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018



THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 We wanted to recognize our Employee of the Quarter, Project Manager Ray Creswell. Ray is an accomplished licensed Architect who provides specialized value to the City. He has done an excellent job of keeping the property projects on time and within budget. He oversees our bond projects, including the City Hall/Library and Public Safety Building. GIS Analyst Kenny Skrobanek was recognized with our Spotlight Award. The award recognizes and rewards work and behaviors that support the City of Buda's mission, goals and values. Kenny has developed a detailed work plan that defines the City's objectives for GIS development, responsibilities for GIS applications, and commitments to achieving the planned GIS goals in a two-year window.

Ray Creswell Project Manager

Kenny Skrobanek GIS Analyst

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 Each quarter, we recognize employees with our "Spotlight Award." The award recognizes and rewards work and behaviors that support the City of Buda's mission, goals and values. Buda Police Officers Graham Carter and Martin Rodriquez are a perfect representation of the Spotlight Award. Chief Bo Kidd explains below why they deserved this award. “Officers Graham Carter and Martin Rodriquez are always happy to change a tire for a stranded motorist or make time to mentor youth in our schools. But there is a particular act of kindness that stands out. These two police officers were dispatched to Walmart for a Theft call recently. A 17-year-old boy had stolen a pair of boots and a belt that together valued about $50. The officers learned that the teen had showed up for his first day of work at a local restaurant and was told by the manager that he was required to wear brown boots and a matching brown belt with his uniform. The boy called his father and was informed that the family did not have the money for the items, so he went to Walmart and stole the items. He was apprehended by Walmart’s Asset Protection Team, and they called for a police response. Officers Carter and Martinez showed up to the call and gathered all the necessary information. They issued the teen a citation for the theft. The officers had a brief discussion in private before leaving and decided to split the cost of the items. They gathered their money and purchased the boots and belt for the boy so he could go back to work. These officers did their job that day, but they did it with compassion and understanding. They saw a kid that did wrong, but perhaps, needed some help. This is a good illustration that our cops are human too; just like all of us.”

Officer Graham Carter

Officer Martin Rodriguez

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 City of Buda Annual Easter Egg Hunt: It's that time of year again! The City of Buda's Annual Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Buda Sportsplex. The actual Easter Egg Hunt begins at 9:30 a.m. This is a fun and free family event with candy and games for the kids. See you there!

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 Easter Egg Hunt Sponsorship Opportunities: Interested in being a sponsor at this year's Easter Egg Hunt on March 31 at Buda Sportsplex? Click here to apply now: http://bit.ly/2FGrDIf


21st Annual 2018 Buda Lions Club Wiener Dog Races April 28 & 29 at Buda City Park Arts and Craft Vendors, Bake-Off, Wiener Dog Races, Kids Games, Food Booths, BBQ Cook-Off, Live Music, and fun for the entire family. Pet Friendly event. For more information go to www.budalions.com.

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March. 19, 2018 City of Buda Accepting Human Services Grant Applications - Deadline June 1, 2018 The City of Buda accepts grant requests for projects or programs that:

• Are likely to have an impact on the quality of life of a significant number of people in the Buda community. • Address issues or problems that the City of Buda as a governmental agency does not currently address. • Propose practical ways to address community issues and problems • Stimulate others to participate in addressing community problems • Are cooperative efforts and minimize or eliminate duplication of services • Are sustainable over time The City of Buda grants funds for projects and programs that address community needs in the following areas: arts and culture, education and training, community development/community service, environment, health, human services, recreation and animal-related services. The City of Buda accepts grant requests only from organizations that are tax-exempt (or have applied for tax-exempt status) under Sections 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. If you have any questions, please contact the City Clerk at 512-312-0084. Apply here: Human Services Funding Application

City of Buda Accepting Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Applications Application Available: Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Application Due Date: Friday, June 1, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. Application Committee Review: Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. City Council Final Funding Award: Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. Full application with rules and guide lines Rules and guidelines only Application only Hotel occupancy tax information and two-step process List of hotels Post-event report

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on FEMA Flood Maps for Caldwell, Gonzales, Guadalupe, and Hays Counties

Hays County, Texas – New preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) are available for review by residents and business owners in Caldwell, Gonzales, Guadalupe, and Hays Counties. The City of Buda encourages property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in appeal and comment periods for the maps. The new flood risk information and FIRM resulted from a long-term flood study lead by a team of local community, State, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials. Significant community review has already taken place, including Flood Risk Open Houses in August 2017 where residents and business owners in the affected counties were able to learn more about the new preliminary flood risk information and view the maps. The detailed digital maps show current flood hazards for communities within portions of the San Marcos and Austin-Travis Lakes Watersheds and replace flood maps that are based on outdated studies and technology. The maps provide more precise flood hazard information for those areas, including places affected by the devastating Memorial Day 2015 floods and five other major floods since 2000. The deadline for submitting appeals or comments is April 23. If property owners see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information—such as a missing or misspelled road name or an incorrect corporate boundary—they can submit a written comment. They can submit an appeal if they perceive that modeling or data used to create the map is technically or scientifically incorrect. An appeal must include technical information, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data, to support the claim. Appeals must be submitted through City of Buda’s Floodplain Administrator: John P. Nett, P.E., CFM City Engineer City Hall Annex 100 Houston Street Buda, TX 78610 (512) 523-1025 [email protected]

THE BIG PICTURE Week of March 19, 2018 Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on FEMA Flood Maps for Caldwell, Gonzales, Guadalupe, and Hays Counties

In addition to viewing the preliminary maps at their local floodplain administrator’s office, residents and business owners may: View the preliminary flood maps online Caldwell County: http://maps.riskmap6.com/TX/Caldwell/ Gonzales County: http://maps.riskmap6.com/TX/Gonzales/ Guadalupe County: http://maps.riskmap6.com/TX/Guadalupe/ Hays County: http://maps.riskmap6.com/TX/Hays/ Use a live chat service about flood maps at go.usa.gov/r6C (just click on the “Live Chat” icon) Contact a FEMA Map Specialist by telephone, toll free, at 1-877-FEMA-MAP (1-877-336-2627) or by email at [email protected].