🌱 Drought Watch + RRPD Seeks Local Thief + RRISD Pay Increase Vote

Morning, people of Round Rock! It's me again, Rose Mendez, your host of the Round Rock Daily.

First, today's weather:

Humid and warmer. High: 87 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories in Round Rock today:

1. On Monday, the Brazos River Authority implemented the "Stage 1 – Drought Watch" for Lake Georgetown and Stillhouse Hollow Lake, the City of Round Rock's primary sources of water, due to drier than normal conditions in the Brazos River basin. The City of Round Rock asks water customers to use water wisely to help ensure adequate supply during the hotter summer months. (City of Round Rock)
2. On Monday, the Round Rock Police Department asked the public for any information regarding a suspect who stole from Sprouts Farmers Market, located at I-35 and Round Rock Avenue, in August 2021. Police released surveillance video photos and asked anyone with information to contact Detective Montorello at rmontorello@roundrocktexas.gov or 512-218-5500. (FOX 7 Austin)
3. During the Apr. 21 board meeting, Round Rock ISD trustees will consider a proposed 2022-23 compensation plan that includes some pay increases for district staff. The proposed plan includes a four percent pay increase for teachers and librarians, a three percent pay increase for administrative, and operational support roles for the 2022-23 school year. Other pay increases will use recommendations from the Texas Association of School Boards to improve market competitiveness and equity among district staff. (Community Impact Newspaper)

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Today in Round Rock:

• Morning Babytime At Round Rock Public Library (9:30 AM)
• Outdoor Storytime for Toddlers and Pre-K At Centennial Plaza (11:00 AM)
• Afternoon Babytime At Round Rock Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Tween Writing Workshop At Round Rock Public Library (5:00 PM)
• Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting At City Council Chambers (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Williamson County Tax Office lobbies are closed today! But the Round Rock location's drive-thru will be open. See the full story here. (Hello Georgetown)
• Looking for real estate in the Round Rock area? View the link to see the latest homes for sale in your area! (Round Rock Patch)
• Samsung Austin Semiconductor donated $10,000 to the Williamson County Farm Bureau for tornado relief efforts! Click the link for the full story. (Community Impact Newspaper)

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— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!