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AlamoCityTimes.com Patricio Espinoza talks to residents in the area frustrated of driving on N. New Braunfels between Funston Pl. and Austin Hwy. where a great percentage of the street has been in need of repairs for years. In the process of preparing this report, ACTimes also finds out how repairs could be done before year's end. SEE FULL STORY HERE
By Tony Cantú, Photos and Multimedia Patricio G. Espinoza
Motorists traveling along North New Braunfels Avenue – particularly the stretch between Funston Place and Austin Highway – have grown accustomed to the frustrations of traveling on roadway in dire need of repair.
Road repairs have taken a long time to fix given a triple layer of bureaucratic red tape, with three different jurisdictions having to sign off on repairs. But now, repairs are on the horizon with expected completion expected before the end of the year.
At long last, motorists may finally see relief The City of Alamo Heights is responsible for repair work on the section of North New Braunfels between Austin Highway and Burr. But officials had to wait on proceeds from a $7.5 million bond issuance before starting on citywide street repair, including the area along North New Braunfels. Work on the roadway was further delayed by preliminary water main improvements and consultations with neighboring city Terrell Hills to ensure they were apprised of the work to be performed. [ MORE ]
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Posted by AlamoCityTimes.com on 09/20/10
As we looked into the story, city officials have confirmed to ACTimes that a portion of the repairs may be taken care of by as early as September 30th, on the city of San Antonio's share of the street, and by November on the Alamo Heights section.
Stay tuned for a final report, video, interactive map and interviews this weekend.
Posted by AlamoCityTimes.com on 09/17/10 
On Assignment: Reporters Tony Cantu & Patricio Espinoza, ACTimes
In the Works: Multimedia story, public records, community and public officials interviews. The funding will allow for two reporters to cover the story, conduct interviews, and produce a multimedia report including photos, maps, video, and text. Our goal is to also deliver results as in having city officials take action on this matter.
Posted by AlamoCityTimes.com on 09/13/10
