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Another range closes (Texas Tactical - South of Austin)....

Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2006 5:52 pm
by AggieMM
Just FYI, bad news today for Texas Tactical, as the Anti's have succeeded in pushing a great facility out. My sympathies go out to Mike, as I know he tried to keep it open, but ultimately, some "rich" neighbors / anti's have won.

Ryan

See Thread: http://ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=8&f ... 338&page=1

And here's Mike's notice:
"Michael \"Iron Mike\" Webb" wrote:

Subject: [TEXASTACTICAL] Bad news!

I don't even know how to start this.....

As some of you know the range has been under attack the last week. The
attacks are coming from Hays County, the neighbors and the new
landowner.

They are using everything within (and outside)their power to shut us
down. After discussing our situation with several people including
legal counsel. It has become apparent that this range is no longer
viable for our use. Legal counsel has advised me that a big part of
their plan is burying us in litigation....legitimate or not.

After spending one of the worst weeks in my life agonizing over
this. With much regret, we have decided to shut the range down. We
think it is the best thing for us and all of our friends and
shooters. We decided that the money we would have spent on legal fees
will be better spent on trying to find a new and better place. "Live
to fight another day!"

The range will be closed at 5pm on Sunday September 10th 2006

I want to apologize to everyone. I know alot of people were counting
on me concerning this range. If I thought that we could make it work
I would've fought tooth and nail. It is obvious that it would have
been be a losing battle.

I also want to thank everyone who helped make Texas Tactical what it
is. A big thank you to all of our supporters over the years. We really
really appreciate y'all!

We also want to thank Sheldon who has been investigating and
tirelessly working on this since last Friday. THANK YOU SHELDON!

On a positive note we will do everything in our power to open a new
and better range in the future.

Thanks again!!!

Michael "Iron Mike" Webb
Texas Tactical
http://WWW.TEXASTACTICAL.NET

Posted: Sat Sep 09, 2006 5:57 am
by RPBrown
Its a sad day indeed. I guess the anti's won this round.

All in the name of progress. Who needs it when it takes food out of a (or several) families mouths.

I hope they can find a new place soon. Best of luck to Mike and his family.

Keep us informed on the progress of his search.

Posted: Sat Sep 09, 2006 6:25 pm
by O6nop
Just a follow up to this closing...
It has been suggested that we should have one
last match before the range shuts down on Sunday.

It has also been suggested that it be a
fundraising match for building a new range. We
thought this was a good idea. So the "suggested"
match fee will be $25 if you want to pay more
great. If you want to pay the regular match fee
that is fine too. As always thank y'all for your
support!!

Texas Tactical will be putting on our **LAST**
IDPA Match this Sunday September 10th at the Texas
Tactical Range between Austin and San Antonio.
Bring a friend or two or 3 and introduce them to
all the fun! Everyone is welcome!

There will be shade in each bay and plenty of
cold water!!

For more info and directions check out:

http://WWW.TEXASTACTICAL.NET

Please arrive on time for sign up and promptly
sign up. This helps us bring you a more efficient
and enjoyable match.

Depending on interest and help there will
be a Shotgun Sidestage after the match. (Birdshot
only)

Hope to see y'all there.

Michael "Iron Mike" Webb
Texas Tactical
http://WWW.TEXASTACTICAL.NET
Sign up: 0830 - 0945

Posted: Sat Sep 09, 2006 10:41 pm
by j1132s
I've been trying to get to this IDPA shoot for months but always end up missing it. Maybe this time I'll be able to makeit to my first IDPA.

Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 9:39 am
by jbirds1210
I had the chance to shoot this match a couple of months ago. IDPA is taking a great loss with this range closing...they are a wonderful group of people and a lot of fun to shoot with. Kimberly was treated with a great deal of respect at Texas Tactical, which only spoke of the kind of people they are. I made some friends while I was there and really appreciate the efforts that Mike made to keep the place family friendly. Truely a sad day for the folks in that area. Take care
Jason