[dropcap]A[/dropcap]n Austin-based developer has a vision for downtown Kyle that according to city officials is in line with their own. 

Phil Howry, founder of Phil Howry Company, part of Comanche Holdings LLC, said he envisions the downtown area to be a place where people live, work and have amenities at arm’s length.

Over the last few months, Howry has purchased properties in the downtown sector that he is planning to turn into office space.

Kim Hilsenbeck, Kyle communications specialist...