Category Archives: South Congress Avenue

South Congress Avenue is a thriving business district on the west side of the SRCC neighborhood. While we appreciate having such a wonderfully diverse retail environment near by, the growing popularity of South Congress has presented some challenges for our residents. From parking, to crime, SRCC remains committed to managing a mutually successful relationship with the local businesses along our famous stretch of Congress Avenue.

SXSW Traffic and SRCC

Here are two links to inform your transportation plans during SXSW which starts Sat March 4 and ends Sunday March 19. https://www.sxsw.com/hotels/getting-around/ Concerts in the Palmer Auditorium area and impact on traffic:PalmerHeavyTraffic_Mar2017

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Destination Vacation: 78704 Hotels coming to SRCC area

At least two large hotel complexes are planned in the SRCC neighboring area. One will be just east of S. Congress on the former Terrace Motor Courts property. The other will be just west of S. Congress at the Long … Continue reading

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Heights on South Congress- Update

With the soaring cost of living in Austin and shrinking number of affordable rental units, many working-class families are being pushed out of central Austin and the South River City Citizens’ boundaries. So when the owner of an affordable housing complex … Continue reading

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National Night Out- Oct 4th

National Night Out (NNO) is a great opportunity for citizens and law enforcement to partner up against crime. This year, NNO is Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016 from 7 to 9 p.m. Residents in neighborhoods throughout Austin are asked to turn … Continue reading

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South Central Waterfront Talkabout #6

A Vision Framework Plan for the South Central Waterfront The SCW Vision Framework Plan is the result of a multiyear effort of planning and community engagement. The Plan sets aspirations and recommendations to help ensure that expanded park spaces, public … Continue reading

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