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Project Information and Frequently Asked Questions
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Farm-to-Table Living in Central Texas
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Pegasus provides economic development consulting to public and private sector clients.
Pegasus Planning and Development
• Economic Development
• Strategic Planning
• Market Analysis
• Higher Education Strategy
• Downtown Revitalization
28/25/2016
Select Clients include:
Austin, TexasBryan, TexasSan Marcos, TexasPalacios, TexasCibolo, TexasBuda, TexasSchertz, TexasJarrell, TexasRockwall, TexasMeridian, IdahoBoise, IdahoState of MississippiGulfport, MississippiState of LouisianaPensacola, FloridaEmporia, KansasState of VermontPuyallup, WashingtonStillwater, OklahomaFort Smith, ArkansasHelena, ArkansasArkadelphia, Arkansas
Sean Garretson, AICPPresidentDeveloper
• Entrepreneurship
• Business Accelerators
• Economic Impact Analysis
• Community Engagement
• Land Development
Jillian AndersonProject ManagerBrewery Owner
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HISTORY ‐ Mary Burleson House
• At the heart of this 24‐acre community is the historic home of one of Central Texas’ most famous pioneering women, Mary Christian Burleson (MCB)
• “Frontier to the Future Experience Center” is a concept the Foundation is hoping to achieve – providing education and gathering space for the Elgin Community.
• 1‐acre homestead and structure donated to MCB Foundation
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CONCEPT PLAN
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OPEN SPACE PLAN
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THE FARM• 3‐4‐acre certified organic farm
• Resident Farmer (+ 5 FT staff/volunteers)
• Aquaponics (year‐round greens)
• Weekly produce pick‐up
• Goats (weed eaters, milk, cheese, meat)
• Chickens (egg layers)
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What food will I get with my Membership?
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Year Round (aquaponics):• Lettuce Heads• Tomatoes• Select Herbs (Basil, Cilantro,
Oregano, Sage)• Tilapia: unprepared, fresh‐caught
Seasonal: • Winter: Roots, tubers (Garlic,
potatoes, sweet potatoes, etc)• Winter‐Spring: Berries, rosemary,
citrus (lemon, lime, orange)• Summer: Melons, citrus, plums• Fall: Pumpkin, squash, etc
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Elgin Agrarian’s Principles
• Preserve the Mary Christian Burleson home and collaborate with MCB Foundation on activities among the 24 acres
• Design and Build with Nature• Create an affordable community that has practical amenities and transportation alternatives
• Create a 3‐5 acre working farm to be to provide coop members fresh produce
• Create efficient housing for 80 households • Provide economic impact in Elgin• Connectivity
EACO embraces Elgin’s history through education, healthy living and “back‐to‐the‐roots” culture.8/25/2016 8
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HOUSING – Cottage Homes and Self‐relianceSmall & Smart Design
• 650 – 1400 SF • Built‐ins throughout• Houses sited with nature• Private front yards
Affordable• 10 lbs food/week• 20‐40% less than Central Austin• ¾ mile walking/biking to Downtown• CARTS (Austin‐Elgin)• Save with on‐site Daycare in The Commons• Save on Dog Boarding with Dog Park• Prices between $105,000‐150,000
Green• High green‐building standards• Rainwater Collection• Wastewater Re‐use• Solar
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Clusters of 12‐14 homes
Common spaces
Clustered Housing Concept
• Clustered Housing• More dedicated open space and parkland• Smaller lot sizes• Smaller setbacks• More Environmental protection• More mixed‐use
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Model CommunityAgritopia (Gilbert, AZ)
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“By encouraging sharing, making homes more maintenance free, having easy pedestrian access to most of a resident’s needs, and making an adaptable community, our lives can be simplified giving us more time to enjoy friends and family," explain the residents.
Total Area 160 acresFarm Size & Features
16 acresRow crops, fruit trees, sheep, and chickens
Homes 452 single family117 assisted living facility
CSA Fee $100 + HOA FeeOther Amenities
Wednesday market, coffeehouse, community square
EACO website has more examples
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Sean Garretson & Jillian Anderson
A unique agriculture‐based community in Texas
www.ElginAgrarian.com