Newsletter
March 2, 2025
Greetings Shannon Ridge Property Owners!
SHORT LEFT TURN LANE INTO SHANNON RIDGE
A big shout out to Darryl Steadman for reaching out to TxDOT regarding the dangerous SHORT left turn lane on 181 south into Shannon Ridge.
Here is the response from TxDOT:
Everyone may wish to contact Ryan Guillen and TxDOT to speed up the process. Texas fiscal year starts in September every year, so it’s a long wait.
TxDOT is aware of some prior concerns about the US 181/Shannon Ridge Drive intersection and the left-turn lane being too short. A traffic signal was installed at this intersection approximately five years ago, but TxDOT did not lengthen the left-turn lanes at the time of this construction.
However, TxDOT currently has a planned safety improvement project to lengthen this turn lane. It is anticipated that a contract will be awarded to a project contractor in September 2026. This project is currently in the design phase.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thanks,
KIEFER ODELL
State Legislative Affairs Liaison
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Government Affairs Division
Kiefer Odell Office: 512-305-8984 Email: [email protected]
We believe if more people voice their concerns, the possibility of TxDOT stepping up their plans may happen. The squeaky wheel . . . . .
HOA Meeting Schedule
Reminder to mark your calendar with our future meeting dates. We welcome any Shannon Ridge property owner, not just HOA members.
Board meetings (10:00 am):
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Property Owner meetings (1:00 pm):
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Saturday, October 25, 2025
HK's Bella Ranch - Update
On February 3rd, James Freasier sent an email with some exciting news! He included the email from his attorney fighting the wastewater treatment plant. Click here to view/download the 130-page ruling for those of you interested in reading the whole scenario.
Great news today!!!
The court has ruled in our favor!
There will be no wastewater treatment plant in our backyard.
James
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Freasier Family,
Today the judges issued their proposal for decision (PFD) on HK’s application. The judges recommended denial of the permit!
You were right to reject their settlement offers – the judges agreed with us and the executive director. The application fails to meet the law and regulatory requirements. I have attached the PFD to this email. I hope you all enjoy this win, we have one more decision point ahead when we get in front of the Commission, but this is a significant win in and of itself. We were proud to represent you in this case. Congratulations!
Bobby Salehi | Attorney
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Now we wait to see what HK Developers will do with the property.
St. Patrick's Day Event
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! You are invited to a potluck to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! The event will be held Sunday, March 16th at Helton Park (US 181 & 775) under the big Pavilion, from 12:00 noon to 4:30 p.m. We have reserved the Pavilion space which has tables and benches along with 1 built-in BBQ. Please RSVP to [email protected] with the number of people (adults/children) in your party and food/beverage item(s) to contribute and share with others. We welcome you and your family to come meet your neighbors. There will be games for everyone to enjoy.
Here is a running list of the number of people and potluck items:
13 Adults
O Children
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Ham & Cheese Sliders
Potato Salad
Texas Caviar Bean Salad
Homemade Brisket
BBQ Sausage
Iced Tea
Cookies