Dear Council Member  ____, The delay in Ted Eubanks' appointment to the Parks and Recreation Board is surprising and rather puzzling. Ted Eubanks' vast experience, proven work record, and background in ecological conservation and planning assures that he is more than...

Dear Free Zilkers, we fought this and lost. The Hill Country Conservancy won a huge contracting deal to build a big pavilion, as if the trailhead needed that. We are so sorry and, as always, we will try to prevent this sort of boondoggle on parkland. Just east of...

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department's new director, Jesús Aguirre, invites community members to share their thoughts and perspectives on what the Parks and Recreation Department does well and what opportunities there are for improvement. The director will be...