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Project Information and Frequently Asked Questions 1 Farm-to-Table Living in Central Texas

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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

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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

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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