Greg Siems, Author at Austin Daily Herald

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Community events help us grow

If you, like me, are just now recovering from a County Fair-induced food coma, you too can appreciate how blessed we are in Austin to ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Saturday, August 19, 2017 1:43 pm

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You can help make Austin ‘All For Good’

Vision 2020’s Community Pride and Spirit committee has accomplished a lot over the years.  When you look at things like the Community Home Improvement Project, ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Saturday, July 29, 2017 9:46 am

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Celebrating 5 years of progress in Austin

As I sit down to write this column, I’m still overwhelmed by a number of emotions following Vision 2020’s fifth anniversary open house on Thursday.  ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Saturday, May 27, 2017 10:45 am

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Save the date for a celebration of progress

It’s incredible that five years have already passed since our community launched the Vision 2020 movement.  What began as a simple idea to make Austin ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, April 2, 2017 7:01 am

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Red Bike reveals what is best about Austin

If you’ve been following the news over the past few years, you’re likely as amazed as I am about all of the great projects and ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, March 12, 2017 7:01 am

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Getting involved is a great resolution to make

Yet another Groundhog Day has passed, and there is finally light at the end of winter’s tunnel. On the other hand, one month into the ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, February 12, 2017 7:01 am

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Turning the vision ahead to 2017

Vision 2020 launched in April 2012 with a simple goal: to make Austin a better place to live, work, and play for everyone. I know ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, January 15, 2017 8:01 am

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Reflections on a great 2016 for Vision 2020

It’s hard to believe a year has already passed since I started with Vision 2020.  Every day I think about how lucky I am to ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, December 18, 2016 7:39 am

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Riding a high wave of accomplishment into 2017

It’s always a little depressing as the days start to get shorter and the temperatures colder, but autumn can be a great time to reflect ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, November 20, 2016 7:01 am

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Thanks are due rec center project

The City Council’s approval of the Community Recreation Center project earlier this week is a major milestone for Austin. Council member King called it a ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, October 23, 2016 7:01 am

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Letter: Bridge safety is the highest priority

I would like to thank Mr. Wagner for his support and recent letter regarding the cottonwood tree near East Side Lake and the Oakland Place ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, October 9, 2016 10:01 am

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Greg Siems: Make your mark this election season

It’s easy to get swept up in the coverage of national elections. The question of who can best lead our country is obviously an important ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, October 2, 2016 11:14 am

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Vision 2020: Austin sending a message of welcome

Whether you are hoping to grow a business, construct a new home, or simply to build a better life for you and your family, Austin ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, September 18, 2016 7:01 am

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Mentoring program keeps growing in Austin

The start of the new school year is just around the corner (or it’s already arrived for those on the 45/15 schedule!), so it’s worth ... Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, August 28, 2016 11:31 am

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Save the date for first Downtown Harvest Fest

As the memories of Hormel’s 125th anniversary celebration linger on, it’s already time to get excited for another great community event. Read more

by Greg Siems, Sunday, August 14, 2016 12:31 pm

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