City of Leon Valley E-News for Week-ending August 24, 2012

Small town hospitality, big city advantages

Public Hearings on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Set

Greetings!

On Tuesday, August 21, the Leon Valley City Council considered and took action on a number of very important business items:

Voted unanimously to place a proposal to adopt the City's 2012 Tax Rate on the September 18 Agenda at a rate of $.574282/$100 Valuation, which is $.038772 Higher Than Last Year's Tax Rate of $.535510 and 6.776812% Higher Than the Effective Tax Rate of $.537834. This was done by record vote of the City Council and in conformance with Chapter 26 of the Texas Property Tax Code. The proposed tax rate is set at a rate sufficient to pay the debt service on the new Municipal Facilities as authorized by the City of Leon Valley's voters in the May 2012 Special Bond Election.
Called two Public Hearings on the Proposed 2012 Tax Rate on September 4 and September 11 at 7 p.m. in the Leon Valley City Council Chambers.
Adopted ordinances:

Appointing Carlos Fernandez to the Leon Valley Zoning Commission;
Authorizing the continuation of the City's agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), for participation in State and Local task forces of the DEA to investigate illegal narcotics distribution organizations;
Approved Budget Adjustments for the Capital Project Fund to accurately record the Issuance Cost and Proceeds for the Leon Valley General Obligation Bonds, Series 2012;
Replatted Property in the Rollingwood Estates

In other City Council business:

Granted a variance to Ancira Winton-Chevrolet to allow for an LED sign so the auto dealership may upgrade its promotional signage
Awarded the Fiscal Year 2013 Group Health Insurance Bid for the City's employee medical, dental, and life insurances
Received an important report detailing the 2012 Critical Period Water Pumping Reductions, the City's oversight of water usage, and setting September 15 as the date to reassess any need to move to Stage 3 Water Conservation measures.

Other important City of Leon Valley business/events:

The Leon Valley Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors is accepting applications for three positions which are up for appointment by September 30, 2012. The Announcement and an Application Form are part of the attachments to this week's ENews.
The Department of Public Works has released information related to Fall Clean-up Week which is September 3rd through September 9th. Collection begins at 7 a.m. on September 10th. Please see the flyer for details in the attachments.
The Pet Vaccination Clinic is set for Saturday, September 8th, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon at the Leon Valley Conference Center. Read the flyer for details and more information in the attachments.
The Leon Valley Community Events Committee presents the Beethoven Concert Band performing the City's annual "Grandparents' Day Concert" on Sunday, September 9 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Leon Valley Community Center, 6427 Evers Road, Leon Valley. Admission is free.

We invite you to Connect with Us... to obtain the current City of Leon Valley news and information from the City's website.

Janie Willman

City Secretary

A very important reminder is that the City of Leon Valley continues in Stage 2 Water Restrictions.

With the extremely hot weather, it is so important to continue to conserve water when and where possible. Visit the City's website, click here to read details about the restrictions.

Leon Valley City Council Meetings

Regular City Council Meetings are scheduled on the first and third Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m.

Please note that Special City Council Meetings can be scheduled for different days and beginning times.

Official public notices and meeting agendas are posted on the City's Bulletin Board outside the City Hall front doors at 6400 El Verde Road, Leon Valley, 78238, at least 72 hours before the start of the meeting posted, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

Official public notices and meeting agendas are also posted on the City's website. Click here for more information.

Other City Meetings & Community Events This Coming Week

For a combined list of City Meetings this week, click on the link in the last box below.

The public is welcome to attend any public meeting.

For other City events, Click here to view the City's Calendar of Events.

Out and About the Neighborhood

Remember when you're out and about to shop Leon Valley first!

The Northwest Senior Citizens Club of Leon Valley is having its 2nd Health Fair on Wednesday, August 29, from 9:30 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Leon Valley Community Center located at 6427 Evers Road. The event is free.

Shop first and buy fresh at the Leon Valley Farmer's Market for produce. The Leon Valley Farmer's Market is located on the Parking Lot next to the Leon Valley Public Library on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Stay cool at one of our quality community pools this Summer; the Leon Valley Family Pool and the Forest Oaks Pool.

Take West Nile Virus Precautions

Although last weekend's rain was certainly a welcome addition to our water resources, standing wat

er can bring unwelcome visitors; mosquitoes! Leon Valley residents are advised to take precautions to protect themselves from the health effects caused by West Nile Virus. While the threat of infection is relatively low, the rate of reported cases is rising Statewide. Late summer and early fall are the peak seasons for West Nile Virus infection cases. The West Nile Virus is transmitted to humans by infected Culex mosquitoes, which comprise 5% of the overall mosquito population.

Residents can reduce the possibility of becoming infected with West Nile Virus by following the "4 D's" of protective action:

Dusk and Dawn are the times of time to limit outdoor activities, when infected mosquitoes are most active
Dress in long sleeves and pants when outside. For extra protection, thin clothing can be sprayed with repellent.
Deet is an ingredient to look for in an insect repellent. Follow label instructions and always wear repellent when outdoors.
Drain standing water in old tires, flowerpots, and clogged rain gutters, which are all mosquito breeding places.

For more information, visit the City's website by clicking here.

To obtain the most current City of Leon Valley news, visit our City's website: www.leonvalleytexas.gov.

We endeavor to provide information on the City of Leon Valley website that will be of value. We hope you will visit the City's website often.