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Trail-focused update to mixed-use development plan proposed in Round Rock

A future mixed-use development in Round Rock could become activated around the Brushy Creek Regional Trail, with an update to the framework guiding planning for its design under consideration.

What you need to know: The Round Rock City Council will consider a request to amend a planned unit development zoning for a 110.54-acre property located near the southwest intersection of Kenney Fort Boulevard and East Palm Valley Boulevard at an upcoming meeting. Included in the proposed amendment is a shift from a mixed-use development with a "Main Street" focus to one with a trail-oriented design. In an April 21 council packet briefing, Planning & Development Services Director Brad Dushkin said this would be the first such design concept in the city of Round Rock.

The details: The property includes a portion of Brushy Creek at its southern border, and the proposal would relocate a portion of the regional trail along the creek farther from its banks, to connect with commercial, residential and private outdoor recreational opportunities, the amendment states.

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Increases to Round Rock water park entrance fees, sports facilities rentals under consideration

As the city of Round Rock makes headway in projects to expand and improve city facilities, such as those in Old Settlers Park, a measure to increase some usage fees is under consideration by the city's council.

What you need to know: Round Rock Parks & Recreation Director Rick Atkins shared a proposal to raise rates for some city facilities at an April 21 council packet briefing. The increases reflect improvements to these facilities, he said, and remain some of the lowest compared to neighboring areas.

What's next? Council will consider the measure for a vote during its April 23 meeting, at 6 p.m. in City Hall, at 221 E. Main St., Round Rock.

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WilCo animal shelter receives state recognition for jail rehabilitation program

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter received a Governor’s Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Award for its Leashing Hope program.

Representatives with the shelter highlighted the program’s achievements at a Commissioners Court meeting April 21.

About the program: The Leashing Hope program is a collaboration between the WCRAS and the Bartlett State Jail’s Innovation Unit. It pairs incarcerated veterans with shelter dogs for positive reinforcement-based training.

The program is mutually beneficial for the shelter dogs and incarcerated individuals, preparing dogs for permanent homes, and fostering emotional healing and a sense of duty for the handlers, WCRAS officials said.

There are currently nine dogs paired with 18 handlers through the program. The inaugural class graduated five dogs in April 2025, according to county documents.