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🪨 An Expanded Enchanted Rock Could Be Ready by Fall

More than 3,000 acres of land recently added to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area could be open to outdoor enthusiasts by hunting season in the fall, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said. [KUT]

🤔 Inauguration Notes and Rent Complaints

It’s been a big week for Austin. Some of our residents were at the forefront of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, and a report came out that rent prices are the lowest they’ve been in years. We get into all of it on the City Cast Austin podcast today. [City Cast Austin]

🚒 City Council To Review Wildfire Mitigation Techniques

Austin City Council members will consider a $7.5 million vegetation management contract, among other wildfire mitigation items, at next week’s meeting, after receiving questions about how the city is staying safe following devastating wildfires in California. [KXAN]

💧 UT Plans To Reduce Its Austin Water Usage

The University of Texas at Austin plans to reduce its water usage by 40% by building a 9,600-square-foot water recycling facility, which officials say would help lessen the university’s dependence on city water. [CBS Austin]