More industries could be headed to Bastrop if officials secure funding for water, wastewater and road improvements aimed at readying land for development at the Bastrop Industrial Park.

In a nutshell: On June 15, the Bastrop Economic Development Corp. approved moving forward with a federal grant application as staff seeks to redirect $1 million in incentives from an agreement with jet engine manufacturer Acutronic to help the company move its project forward.

Notable quote: "We are planning to claw back a million dollars from Acutronic for the infrastructure in that area that would serve them," said Jill Strube, BEDC business and community development manager. "The city would take care of that and provide the infrastructure."

Zooming in: The application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Program seeks $3 million in federal funding, with BEDC committing a $2 million local match.

Officials said the upgrades would make 93 acres of the 263-acre industrial park shovel-ready and more competitive.

Stay in the know with 12 Bastrop updates, including new dining options, health care services and more.

Now open
1.⁠ Espadas De Brazil Bar & Brazilian Steakhouse (June 4): Brazilian rodízio dining with tableside churrasco
2.⁠ Wisdom House Realty Group (June 1): real estate team offering client education and resources
3.⁠ ATI Physical Therapy (May 26): rehab, injury screenings and sports medicine
4.⁠ BISD Facilities Support & Police Administration Building (May 28): 55,000-square-foot police and operations building
5.⁠ Healing Hands Community Thrift Store (April): supports job and emergency assistance

Coming soon
6.⁠ The Toasted Yolk Cafe (July 27): brunch spot with pet-friendly patio menu
7.⁠ Crust Pizza Co. (late July): Chicago-style thin-crust pizza, pasta and desserts
8.⁠ Texas Roadhouse (mid-July): steaks, seafood, sides and rolls
9.⁠ Scooter’s Coffee (Aug. 24): drive-thru drinks, snacks and pet treats

More updates
10.⁠ H-E-B Plus (May 22): completed its $30 million expansion
11.⁠ Bastrop County ESD No. 3 station (June 4): planned emergency medical station
12.⁠ Germer Insurance (mid-July): moving from SH 71 to Main Street

Check out some of the most-read stories from the Austin area June 15-18. 

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2. Hays County denies agreement with 340-acre development over Edwards Aquifer recharge zone

3. Sweet Lemon Kitchen owner brings cafe to Georgetown's new entertainment district

4. 5 things to know: Bastrop data centers, SpaceX incentives and more

5. Austin Public Library postpones reopening, closure of 2 branches

6. Corral Prime Meat Market now open in New Braunfels

Austin's transportation network is taking shape this summer with a mix of completed, ongoing and upcoming projects across the city.

What’s done: The Confluence at Waterloo Greenway opened June 6, adding continuous off-street bike and pedestrian trails along Waller Creek between Fourth Street and Lady Bird Lake.

What’s happening: I-35 Capital Express Central construction is advancing on the central segment, with bridge work progressing over Lady Bird Lake and Woodland Avenue permanently closed under I-35.

What’s next: The downtown I-35 segment is slated for phased construction between 2026 and 2033.

Editor's note: This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations filing. Community Impact will provide updates as more information is available.

The Albert B. Alkek Library first opened on Texas State University’s campus in 1990. Since its opening, the student body has nearly doubled. This summer, the building’s sixth floor will undergo renovations to further expand its offerings.

The details: Approximately 38,000 square feet of the library’s sixth floor will undergo interior renovations. The scope of the work will include the construction of new staff offices and student group study support spaces.

The $3.5 million renovation was slated to begin June 5 and be completed on Dec. 15, according to the filing.

What they offer: The Albert B. Alkek Library is a seven-story facility that provides high-quality services and information to patrons in a variety of formats, according to the university’s website. The library is a resource meant to support Texas State University’s teaching and research programs.

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