Welcome to The Park
The Highland Park West & Balcones Area Neighborhood Association (HPWBANA) is a Texas non-profit corporation dedicated to the preservation and improvement of this beautiful and historic Austin area and the 1800 families who call it home.
Where's the Highland Park West & Balcones Area?
Over the river and to the hills!
The highland park west & balcones area region is the geographic area bordered on the north by 2222, on the south by 35th Street, on the west by Mt Bonnell Road, and on the east by MoPac and by Bull Creek Road between Hancock Road and 45th Street. MoPac runs through the eastern portion of this area for approximately two miles. This neighborhood area contains about 1800 residences.
- Family first.
- We are a suburban area within 15 minutes of Austin City Center, approximately 1800 residences strong.
- Great schools.
- Highland Park Elementary is our public school, consistently rated among the best in town.
- Putting the "Park" in Highland Park.
- Mt. Bonnell is perhaps the most famous, but we've got four great parks spanning tennis, hiking, and more.
- Nature Preserve
- Bright Leaf Nature Preserve is incorpoated into the largest semi-contigous natural preservation land in the country.
- Business District
- Over 100 business of many sizes, skewing small to medium sized integrate with the community.
- HPWBANA
- Join or volunteer with our neighborhood association to deepen your connection with the community.
I hope you'll discover engage with our community and neighborhood association where CARES matter. We are dedicated to advocating for our residents, revitalizing our neighborhood, and fostering a safe and engaging environment for all.
Please join us in building a stronger community together. #HPWBANA CARES: Community, Advocacy, Revitalization, Engagement, Safety
Membership
Join the association (HPWBANA)
The highland park west & balcones area neighboard association (HPWBANA) is an incorporated 501c4 civic organization. Your voluntary membership is vital in helping to preserve and improve our neighborhood through beautification, awareness, communication and community building!
Business
$250+ /year
Amplify your existing investment in the community.
- Shared promotion
- Business member experience
- Further your local connections
FAMILY & PERSONAL
$30 /year
Grow your experience in the community.
- Special community events
- Helpful local news and information
- Request support for causes you care about
- And more...
Frequently asked questions
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What is HPWBANA?
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The Highland Park West and Balcones Area Neighborhood Association (HPWBANA) is a registered 501c4 Texas non-profit organization focused on preserving and improving its namesake community.
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When was HPWBANA founded?
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HPWBANA was organized in 1996 and incorporated in 1997.
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Who can join HPWBANA?
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Any resident or business within the neighborhood boundaries can join HPWBANA.
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How can I get involved?
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Residents can participate by attending meetings, volunteering for events, or joining committees.
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What are the neighborhood boundaries?
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The neighborhood is bordered by 2222, 35th Street, Mt Bonnell Road, MoPac, and Bull Creek Road between Hancock Road and 45th Street.