Steiner Ranch Info

Laura Bush at Laura Bush Elementary

1SteinerFan — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:57:56 +0000

Former First Lady Laura Bush was at Laura Bush Elementary today to celebrate it's 10th Anniversary. Sadly didn't get to attend as my kids won't start Kindergarten until the fall. Did any of our readers go? How was it? I did notice a LOT of extra cops in the neighbrohood [...]

Movies in the Park Coming Up!

1SteinerFan — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:37:52 +0000

3 Upcoming Movies in the Park in Steiner Ranch.

June 16th, 8:30 p.m., Puss In Boots, Bella Mar Community Center

July 21st, 8:30 p.m., Hugo, Towne Square Community Center

August 11th, 8:30 p.m., Zookeeper, Towne Square Community Center

Whole Foods or Trader Joes at Trails at 620

1SteinerFan — Wed, 02 May 2012 19:13:56 +0000

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

You may have already seen the petition circling Facebook asking for a Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s to be built at the new Trails at 620 development near Grandview Hills neighborhood. Started by a couple of Grandview Hills residents, the petition asks Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s to put a store in the Four Points area. Both companies have seen the site and are reviewing the opportunity. Of course, as the developer we whole heartedly support area residents participating in the effort to attract successful businesses to the Trails at 620 project. But more importantly, we are residents too and would love to have the additional variety of healthy food options that Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s would provide the Four Points area. We think this area is a perfect fit for either of these companies. If you feel the same way, follow the link below to sign and share the petition. It takes all of 1 minute of your time.

Have a great day!

Rodney and Tiffany Speaks

Trails at 620

https://www.change.org/petitions/whole-foods-trader-joe-s-open-a-store-in-the-four-points-area-of-northwest-austin

Great News Regardng Proposed Storage Facility

1SteinerFan — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:10:58 +0000

MU-14 rezoning passes by consent agenda last night; recommendation includes negotiated revisions to ease fears of Steiner Ranch residents

LESLEE BASSMAN, Four Points News

MU 14 Investments’ (Taylor Woodrow Communities) request for rezoning the Steiner Ranch tract located at 4925 ½ N. Quinlan Park Road, Bear Creek West Watershed, passed unanimously by consent agenda of the City of Austin Zoning and Platting Commission yesterday. However, less than 24 hours ago, an agreement was reached between the SRNA’s Brian Thompto, Cindy Thompson and Greg Milligan and Taylor Woodrow, represented by VP Adib Khoury and agent Sarah Crocker, following extended talks and a petition which circulated throughout the Four Points community last weekend. Specifically, the zoning request which is set to be reviewed by City Council later this month limits the density of the tract to only 54 units, prohibits multi-family structures and ensures that only townhomes and duplexes will be built on the property.

See full story in next week’s edition of the Four Points News.

Summer Nanny Available

1SteinerFan — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:29:38 +0000

Looking for help with the kids this summer? My sister, Sarah Gower is coming to Steiner Ranch for the summer and looking for work. She has been an elementary school teacher for the past 4 years and is currently the Primary Reading Resource teacher at Reddick Elementary School in Tampa, FL. She also in her last semester of getting her Masters in education. She will be staying in Steiner Ranch June 11-August 10. She has excellent references available and also has a vehicle. You can reach her at sgower@alumni.flagler.edu.

FAQ – What do you want to know?

1SteinerFan — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:11:59 +0000

I'm adding a FAQ section to the blog. What do you want to know? What DID you want to know that you already found the answer to that you think others might want to know too? Anything Steiner [...]

Chuys Steiner Ranch

1SteinerFan — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 15:04:32 +0000

I'd been hearing rumors and rumblings on Facebook about a Chuys opening at the front of the neighborhood, but I just saw a tiny sign by Randalls as I was heading back into Steiner. Either someone is playing a very elaborate April Fools Joke on us or we're getting a Chuys opening 4-1-13! Not sure why it would take that long to open, but it's great news nonetheless. I ventured over to the new Flores on Friday night. Food was great but [...]

Steiner Ranch Real Estate Market Update

1SteinerFan — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 18:24:57 +0000

According to the Austin Board of Realtors MLS, there are currently only 95 Active lsitings in Steiner Ranch with 43 under contract. In the past 90 days, an astounding 47 homes have closed. Of these 47 homes, the sales prices have ranged from 7.41% under ORIGINAL list price to 9.7% over list price. This is the healthiest I've seen the market since 2005. Contributed by Elicia Gower, Coldwell Banker United, [...]

Steiner Ranch Resident Owns “Green” Auto Repair Shop

1SteinerFan — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:40:50 +0000

I have been taking my cars to QualTech Automotive (formerly Kurts Autoworks) for years because quite frankly – they’re the best – HONEST, knowledgable, and locally owned. I recently learned some things about their shop that made me love them even more so I thought I’d share. They are “Green!” They collect rainwater and run the shop solely on reclaimed water. They also use old transmission fluid to heat the shop in the winter. They recycle all waste oil and coolant (toxic chemicals), and will even dispose of any you bring by for FREE. They also recycle all old tires – they get turned into all kinds of things like playground mulch. For More Information, you can visit their website at www.QualTechAuto.com or stop by their shop on 620 next to Apple Sport Imports.

Local Spinning Classes?

1SteinerFan — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:04:59 +0000

I just got this question from a reader:

We are relatively new to Steiner and was wondering if anyone knew where to find a nearby spinning class? (Most I’ve come across seem to be in central part of town…too far from Steiner)

Anyone know the answer? I’m not sure about Wild Basin since I go to Anytime Fitness.