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Glass recycling now allowed in Shavano Park

Posted by on 8-08-18 in Shavano Park Neighborhood News, shavano park real estate, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Glass recycling now allowed in Shavano Park

Thanks to the continuing efforts of our cities finest always working to improve the quality of living in Shavano Park.  Republic Services has just agreed if you own Shavano Park Real Estate starting October 1st, glass will now be allowed for recycling! If you need information on what material is and what material is not allowed Republic Services has launched a new web page with easy to follow instructions and information/ methods on how best to ensure that your recycled materials are actually recycled and not sent to a landfill. Link to the...

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Want To Serve Your City?

Posted by on 8-08-18 in shavano park real estate | Comments Off on Want To Serve Your City?

The City of Shavano Park’s Boards, Commissions, and Committees need your help. If you own Shavano Park Real Estate send in an application to serve your community.  Participating/ volunteering gives you the opportunity to know that you are improving Shavano Park life and making our community better, and you get to see the direct impact of your work.  Members of the Boards, Commissions and Committees are appointed by the City Council.  Any Shavano Park resident interested in serving should request an application from the City Secretary, or...

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Shavano Park – Chipper Day August 19th 9:00am – Noon

Posted by on 8-08-17 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Shavano Park – Chipper Day August 19th 9:00am – Noon

  Shavano Park Fire Department and the Firewise program will be hosting a Chipper Day this Saturday which will allow resident to bring brush and yard debris to the Shavano Park Fire Department for chipping and disposal. This is a perfect opportunity to clean brush and undergrowth from your Shavano Park Real Estate property while helping to prevent the spread of wildfires. This event will be on August 19th, 2017 between 9am and noon. The chipper will be located in the parking lot in front of Public Works on Saddletree directly behind...

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Town Plan Public Hearings

Posted by on 7-07-17 in shavano park real estate | Comments Off on Town Plan Public Hearings

The City of Shavano Park Planning & Zoning Commission will be holding multiple public hearings / Town Hall meetings to get feedback from City of Shavano Park Real Estate property owners on the update of the 2010 Town Plan over the next few months.  The plan is to focus on different areas of the original “2010 Town Plan” in a month by month format.  Once reviewed, an update will be available about the month prior.  Also in conjunction with the public hearings / Town Hall meetings the City will provide an informal survey asking for...

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Planning and Zoning Public Hearing – June 7th, 6:30 pm

Posted by on 6-06-17 in Shavano Park Neighborhood News, shavano park real estate, Shavano Park Tips | Comments Off on Planning and Zoning Public Hearing – June 7th, 6:30 pm

Thank you to the Shavano Park citizens who have voiced opinions / concerns about their Shavano Park Real Estate property rights.  The Planning and Zoning Commission has once again been asked to address concerns about the restrictions placed on individual Shavano Park Real Estate owners.  Questions being considered are as follows: Should portable buildings taller than 8ft. be allowed in the setback? What should be the allowable sizes of portable / accessory buildings? What should be the building construction requirements for accessory...

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When you’re looking for a home in Shavano Park / Sellers’ Market

Posted by on 5-05-17 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on When you’re looking for a home in Shavano Park / Sellers’ Market

Not making a good offer The need to buy what we want for as little as possible is part of human nature. So, when most people see the listing price of a home, they automatically say we can get it for less. Offering lower than asking price is a strategy, especially if the house is overpriced compared with other properties in the area, but trying to get a deal when you’re in a seller’s market might not be the best tactic. Over analyzing listing price If you wait too long, you risk losing the home. Once you’ve made your check list…...

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Shavano Park Real Estate For Sale!

Posted by on 5-05-17 in Shavano Park Neighborhood News, shavano park real estate | Comments Off on Shavano Park Real Estate For Sale!

121 Cliffside Dr.  $575,000 Nice little charmer at 121 Cliffside!  This one-story ranch sits on 1.4 acres with a nice backyard oasis. Pool and hot tub connect to detached guest casita by beautiful flagstone patios and pathway. Modern updated kitchen with stainless appliances and butler’s pantry open to living room with floor to ceiling fireplace & large separate dining room & office. Hardwood and Saltillo floors throughout. Master and Guest bath renovated. New HVAC, metal roof, tank less water heater & water softener, make...

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Why should you vote?

Posted by on 4-04-17 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Why should you vote?

  Just knowing the names and faces of those behind local decisions positions you as a more informed Shavano Park citizen, which allows you to understand your needs as well as the needs of your community. It also means you can vote more frequently, due to the nature of state and local elections, as well as fill out all sections of the ballot every time a presidential election rolls around, instead of staring at them blankly. Don’t be that guy. Start attending town hall meetings.  These meetings are outrageously under-attended, but they...

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Shavano Park Arbor Day / Earth Day 2017

Posted by on 4-04-17 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Shavano Park Arbor Day / Earth Day 2017

Come join your fellow Shavano Park Real Estate owners this weekend to help celebrate the 3rd annual 2017 Arbor / Earth Day taking place at City Hall on April 22nd from 10:00am – 2:00pm.  Shavano Park residents are being engorged to join in a day of family fun and festivities. The City of Shavano Park will be providing entertainment and activities such as a petting zoo, arts/crafts, face painting and refreshments.  You are also invited to listen and participate in multiple presentations offered by the Texas Forest Service and Bracken Cave...

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Do You Like Talking Politics?

Posted by on 4-04-17 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Do You Like Talking Politics?

If you have any concern as a Shavano Park Real Estate owner/resident you are invited to come listen to the city council candidates as they speak their peace.  The city will provide a facilitator to guide an informal discussion addressing questions and topics that were sent to Dr. Crockett (facilitator) of the event.  Some of the hot topics to be discussed include but not limited to, accessory buildings, city beautification, water system,crime/safety, infrastructure, and taxes.  It’s said that time will be allocated for questions from the...

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