Agenda Greetings [Lila Valencia] Welcome new and non-members Egg Scramble wrap-up Mueller Yard Sale wrap-up Treasurer’s Report [Luke Downs] The Jordan at Mueller update [Megan Matthews, Foundation Communities] Texas Outdoor Family [Ky Harkey, Texas Parks and Wildlife] Summer Playgrounds Program [Jesslyna Olivares, Austin Parks & Recreation Dept.] Morris Williams Hike/Bike Trail Proposal, possible action [Lila] Mueller Commission Update [Chairman Michael …
Mueller Neighborhood Association Steering Committee Meeting Minutes submitted 4/10/2018 Location: Aldrich 51 Date: Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Time: 7PM to 8:30 p.m. Officers present: Lila Valencia, Chair, Preston (Ty) Tyree, Vice Chair, Luke Downs, Treasurer, Alison Raffalovich, Secretary Members present: Ana Acosta, Andrew Clements, Audrey Glaser, Bill Berman, Bill Kirwin, Dan Updegrove, Evan McLendon, Joan Quenan, Kathy Farley Members absent: …
This year’s Mueller Egg Scramble was held on Saturday, March 31, at Ella Wooten Park. In the weeks prior to the event, under the guidance of Egg Scramble organizers Richard Wood and Leila Melhem, volunteers from around the community filled eggs for the children in their families who would be participating and brought them to collection points. On the morning …
Zachary Scott was born in Austin on February 21, 1914, the son of a wealthy doctor. After attending UT, he abandoned the idea of following in his father’s footsteps and decided to become an actor. He acted in local theater productions before being “discovered” and moving on to Broadway and Hollywood. Zach Scott was often cast as a suave villain …
Approved by the MNA Steering Committee 3/20/2018 Agenda Greetings [Preston Tyree] (5 mins) Welcome new and non-members Treasurer’s Report and 2018 Budget/2017 Actuals [Luke Downs] (30 mins) 2018 Direction [Preston Tyree] Project Connect [Andrew Clements] Mueller Commission [Mike Jones] POA Update [Joe Freeland] Yard Sale [Joan Quenan] Local Business Spotlight: Envision Eye Center Announcements Adjournment Item: Greetings and Introduction of …
Mueller is a unique neighborhood with a diverse mix of commercial and residential properties, an affordable homes program, and a rich portfolio of public parks and green spaces. In less than five years the build out of Mueller should be complete and the developer will no longer be in charge of ensuring that Mueller continues to be in sync with …
Members present: Lila Valencia, Chair, Luke Downs, Treasurer, Alison Raffalovich, Secretary Bill Berman, Andrew Clements, Kathy Farley, Audrey Glaser, Bill Kirwin, Evan McLendon, Joan Quenan, Dan Updegrove Members absent: Preston “Ty” Tyree, Ana Acosta Guest(s): David Neider Meeting called to order: 7:05 pm Meeting adjourned: 9:05 pm Old Business Item: Greetings Lila Valencia Item: Approval of previous meeting minutes – …
Mueller Neighborhood Association General Meeting Minutes Saturday, February 17, 2018 Seton Administrative Building Austin, TX 78723 Agenda 1. Greetings and pleasantries [Lila Valencia] (5 mins) o Welcome new and non-members 2. Introduction of MNA 2018 Steering Committee and Officers [Lila] (5 mins) 3. Treasurer’s Report [Luke Downs] (5 mins) 4. Recognition of service for Dee Desjardin, Catellus [Betsy Hilton] (15 …
The 2017 Mueller Neighborhood Fall Festival, sponsored by the Mueller Neighborhood Association and several local Mueller businesses, was a fun-filled family event! Kids of all ages danced, frolicked and socialized to the sounds of The Michele Solberg Quartet. John Gaines Park provided a wonderful backdrop to the music and entertainment for the whole neighborhood. Activities included face painting and hair chalking, a petting …
September 14th marked the opening of Aldrich Street, Mueller’s dining and entertainment district, with a festive evening street fair. Overhead, colorful umbrellas lined the pedestrian walkway to create a cheery ambiance, and with live music, it was a party all around! Local favorites Nash Hernandez Orchestra and More Cowbell entertained party-goers while they sampled fares from local restaurants and participated in …
The 2017 Mueller Fourth of July Parade and Festival, sponsored by the Mueller Neighborhood Association, was a musical affair. Commencing with a costume and bike decorating contest in Paggi Square, the parade marched toward the festival site at Ella Wooten Park. Hundreds of neighbors joined the route with their pets and wheeled vehicles of all designs. Leading the music were the venerable Mueller Kazoo Band. Festivities …
The Mueller Farmers’ Market is a weekly treasure for our community. Here’s a sampling of some of the incredible vendors who make this farmers’ market so special. Go say ‘Hi’ to them next time you go. They’re all incredibly friendly and if you’re nice, you may get to sample some of their tasty treats.
It was definitely in April, before the Easter holidays, when I first saw them. I was probably looking towards the downtown skyline so I hadn’t noticed whether they came from the left from Aldrich or from the right on Airport, but suddenly I looked down and there they were, a father and young daughter, headed to school across Airport Boulevard.The …
Each year in conjunction with Bike Month, Austin holds a citywide Bike to Work Day. The Mueller Neighborhood Association has traditionally sponsored a breakfast station at the Aldrich circle. This year there were two stations sponsored by the MNA, one at the traditional Aldrich circle location and one at Berkman and Garcia at Neighbors ER. We had a lot of sponsors for both stations …
In April, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees adopted a 25-year facility master plan including a co-educational middle school to be constructed in Mueller Simond Avenue meets Tilley Street. After a year-long, community-driven process, the plan proposes that the school will serve much of Northeast Austin. While the attendance area has not been finalized, the school is conceived to serve …
Safe Kids Austin took over a part of Lake Park in the Mueller neighborhood on Saturday. Dedicated to reducing childhood injuries, Safe Kids Austin had many booths talking about how we can make a difference in our homes and cars. Some of the participants agreed to speak on camera so we put a few together in this short video. Safe Kids …
When was the last time you rode a trike? For most, it was probably more than 30 years ago. But I’m guessing you’ve seen one or more Mueller residents riding large tricycles around the neighborhood. With so many things close by, trike riding offers many quality-of-life opportunities: Reasonable cost, especially if a car can be eliminated Improved health for …
In a community whose architecture has often been described as too “beige,” there is a growing trend toward adding bright hues and bold color combinations to older homes and new construction alike. West of Berkman , freshly painted doors welcome visitors with rich shades of yellow, chartreuse, lavender, and royal blue. One well-known residence seems to generate its own sunshine, …
Here are some images from the 2017 Mueller Neighborhood Association Egg Scramble. Much appreciation to neighbors Richard Wood and Leila Melhem for organizing the Scramble on behalf of the MNA. Thanks to all the volunteers who made it a wonderful day. The Easter Bunny is ever-accommodating… The First Couple of Kindness, Sandy and Bill Fivecoat MNA Super Volunteer, Jean Crawford MNA Steering …
Hello Neighbors, My name is Lila Valencia, and I have the pleasure of serving as your Mueller Neighborhood Association (MNA) chair for 2017. I served on the steering committee last year and on the City of Austin Mueller Commission (PIAC) starting in July of 2015. I have been a resident of Austin for over 20 years. My family’s dream of …
