Bella Vista
BELLA VISTA
Bulletin
January 2011
Official Publication of the Bella Vista Homeowners Association
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Happy New Year Neighbors!
I hope your holiday season was enjoyable and not too fattening. As you plan events and goals for the upcoming year, please consider participating in the neighborhood. If you want Bella Vista to continue to be a pleasant and safe place to live, get involved. Continuing to assume “someone else will do it” isn’t going to work forever and we know what happens when you assume….. Can you spare a couple of hours each month to help maintain the environment of possibly your largest investment? We will have two Board positions open in May and no experience is required. Please consider adding your name to the Ballot, it is highly likely you will run unopposed. Sincerely, Veronica (
[email protected])
FIRE PROTECTION UPDATE
Bella Vista is located in a Cedar Park ETJ (extra territorial jurisdiction) which means we do not pay taxes to Cedar Park and therefore, do not receive various services such as library access, garbage services or fire protection. Therefore ESD #14 (Emergency Services District) which was created by the legislature is responsible for providing fire protection to homes within the District. The ESD realizes that the Volente Fire Department cannot service our area for a variety of reasons; therefore, the ESD contracted with the City of Cedar Park to provide fire protection. Over the course of 5 years, the cost of services from the City of Cedar Park and the Volente Fire Department have increased significantly and the tax rate has not changed; therefore the ESD can no longer afford the increased fees without operating in a deficit. The ESD is currently negotiating with several other fire departments for services to homes in the ETJ and will secure the appropriate resources to ensure our homes are protected adequately. This is a much simplified description of the situation which is somewhat complex, but your Board President and Vice President are very familiar with the details and both are available to answer your questions and address your concerns. A list of facts will be provided in the next issue of the newsletter.
Volume 3, Issue 1
Bella Vista Q&A: We are including a new section to address common questions.
Q: Why did I receive a letter regarding my fence?
A: The
Bella Vista DCCRs require improvements (i.e. fencing) be in a good state of repair to preserve the appearance and value of the Subdivision, therefore, stained fencing that has faded or fencing which displays sprinkler markings (see photo) need to be addressed.
Q: How can I correct the violation? A: The situation can be resolved by either
power washing the fence or re-staining the fence which may also need power washing. New fencing will most likely require two coats of stain and very faded fencing may need heavy power-washing. Ultimately the fencing appearance must be uniform (i.e. one color).
***HOLIDAY DECORATION MUST*** BE REMOVED BY JAN 30TH Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Bella Vista Important Contacts President, Veronica
[email protected] Vice President, John Shumaker........
[email protected] Treasurer, Bill
[email protected] Secretary, Shelley Lee............................
[email protected] Director, Brian Lott........................
[email protected]
NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE
HOA Management RealManage Resident Services (pool, issues, etc)..........................
[email protected] Association Manager: Kathy Frazier, RealManage, 10800 Pecan Park BLVD, Ste. 100, Austin, TX 78750 When calling 911 for assistance, let the dispatcher know we are served by Cedar Park Fire Station #2 on Cypress Creek.
mission statement Peel, Inc. Community Newsletters
Newsletter Publisher Peel, Inc......................................................... 512-263-9181
[email protected], 512-263-9181
article info The Bella Vista Bulletin newsletter is mailed monthly to all Bella Vista residents. Residents, community groups, churches, etc. are welcome to submit information about their organizations in the newsletter. Personal news for the Stork Report, Teenage Job Seekers, recipes, special celebrations, and birthday announcements are also welcome. If you have an article of interest to the community please submit to
[email protected] by the 8th of the month. The newsletter can also be viewed online at www.PEELinc. com.
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Call for Great Savings & Money Market Rates Home Equity Loans
Commercial Real Estate
As low as
Newsletter info
WWW.ATFCU.ORG 302.5555 NOW SAN MARCOS 904 Bugg Lane OPEN TAYLOR 3705 N. Main Street As low as
"Be the Community."
4.09%* 4.75%**
New Auto Loans As low as
Our goal is to provide the Bella Vista community with one source of local news content that is provided by Bella Vista residents. Our goal is to help build Bella Vista by connecting local businesses with residents and residents with relevant neighborhood information.
2.85
21 Metro Locations Free Checking - 250+ Free Atms
%* Up to 66 Months
Follow Us
twitter.com/austintelco
*Annual Percentage Rate. All rates are expressed “as low as”. Actual rate may vary depending on credit TXDOL¿FDWLRQV
5DWHDSSOLHVWRVWOLHQFRPPHUFLDOUHDOHVWDWHORDQVZLWKDORDQWRYDOXHRIRUOHVV FRQVWUXFWLRQGHYHORSPHQW ORDQ UDWHVWHUPV PD\ EH GLIIHUHQW 1R SUHSD\PHQW SHQDOW\ 5DWHV DQG WHUPV DUH VXEMHFW WR FKDQJH ZLWKRXW QRWLFH $XVWLQ 7HOFR )HGHUDO&UHGLW8QLRQLVIHGHUDOO\LQVXUHGWRDWOHDVWSHUPHPEHUE\WKH National Credit Union Administration.
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
BELLA VISTA JANUARY 2011 BOARD REPORT The Board of Directors would like to address any concerns you may have regarding the fining policy that was mailed out in December. Most of our neighbors follow the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (“DCCR”s) very closely and others do not. This policy is intended for residents that do not correct the violations after several notices have been sent to the home. An inspector for Real Manage drives through Bella Vista every two weeks and notes violations that have not been corrected in the previous two weeks. Over the course of almost two months, several notices will be sent to the home regarding an outstanding violation and if the situation is not corrected within that time, fines will be applied. Bella Vista DCCRs have 14 categories of violations and it is highly likely that each of us has received a letter in the past. The vast majority of us correct violations long before a subsequent notice is sent; therefore, the policy will not be applicable. Many of you have complained to Real Manage or a board member about a garbage container left out beyond Tuesday, a trailer parked nearby for more than 2 days, a lawn not maintained or some other chronic violation and the Board has taken the only action available to alleviate these unfortunate situations from continuing. If you have questions regarding the policy, please contact Real Manage or a board member to discuss. Sincerely, Bella Vista HOA Board of Directors
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
Bella Vista Go Green
Go Paperless Sign up to receive the Bella Vista Bulletin in your inbox. Visit PEELinc.com for details.
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Bella Vista 9th Annual Cedar Park Swimming Kids Triathlon May 1st, 2011 at Elizabeth Milburn Pool • Event Information: This triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. The purpose of the Cedar Park Swimming Kid’s Triathlon is to offer kids between the ages of 7 and 15 the opportunity to experience a multi-sport event in a safe and positive environment. The age you turn during the calendar year of 2011 is the age group in which you will compete in. While competition is always part of any race, it is not the primary focus of this race. The main focus of this event is for the kids, their families and the community to have FUN! • The event will take place at the Elizabeth Milburn Park in the City of Cedar Park, located at, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd., 78613, on Sunday, May 1st, starting at 8:00 AM. – Limited to 300-Participants (Continued on Page 5)
Prmrs_60722_7.5 x 5 - Ad #948 - THIS AD CAN NOT BE EDITED
Up to 4 weeks’ tuition credit
Tr usted L eadership. Learning curriculum Proprietary Balanced ®
Dietician-approved me
als and snacks provide
d
student assessment Ongoing customized
Primrose School of Cedar Park West 2021 Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park West, TX 78613
512.250.2400
www.primrosecedarparkwest.com Educational Child Care for Infants through Private Kindergarten and After School
Each Primrose School is privately owned and operated. Primrose Schools, Balanced Learning, and The Leader in Educational Child Care are trademarks of Primrose School Franchising Company. ©2010 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved.
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011 60722_Prmrs_LocalAd_ID_948.indd 1
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc. 11/29/10 3:19 PM
Bella Vista Cedar Park Swimming - (Continued from Page 4) Distance • Juniors (7-10): 100m - Swim / 3 mile - Bike / 1k (.6 miles) Run • Seniors (11-15): 200m - Swim / 6 mile - Bike / 2k (1.2 miles) - Run Age Groups • Individuals: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15 • Relays: Juniors (7-10), Seniors (11-15) • Relays can be all male, all female, or co-ed. Awards Every athlete will receive a finisher medal. Early registration participants will receive a FREE T-shirt. Trophies will be given for 1st through 3rd places per age group for boys and girls. Medals will be given for 1st through 3rd places for junior and senior relays. • Over 301 participants registered in 2010. • Over 20-local Cedar Park business’ donated money, gift coupons, or door prizes for all the participates • Over 100 of our Cedar Park Swimming families donated all the food & drink, and Silent-Auction items, as well as volunteered on race day.
• Web Site for Triathlon: www.leaguelineup.com/cptri • Race Director: Rob Alspaugh (1stvp@cedarparkswimming. org) 512-733-2490 • We are a year-round competitive swim club since 1995 sanctioned by USA Swimming and South Texas Swimming. A family-oriented club of 140+ swimmers, ages 6 – 20. • Learn stroke mechanics, sportsmanship, goal setting, and rules of competitive swimming while making new friends and building team unity. • Participate in some of the alternative athletic adventures of the club: • Cedar Park Kid’s Triathlon, Tubing on Guadalupe River, Schlitterbahn Trip, • Rock Climbing, Caving Expeditions • Practice Location: Elizabeth Milburn Pool, Mon-Fri • Contact: John Baltzell, Head Coach •
[email protected] 512.218.9664
www.cedarparkswimming.org
506-9900
An Austin original, serving awardwinning Tex-Mex for over 20 years.
BUSINESS FORMS NEWSLETTERS FLYERS ENVELOPES LETTERHEADS NCR SNAP APART FORMS RUBBER STAMPS BUSINESS CARDS
Solving all your printing needs.
1-888-687-6444 ext. 24 Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
11066 PECAN PARK BLVD
= Ola_e]h @a]h bkn kqn Jaecd^kno
5XP%JOFGPS
Choose One Appetizer and Two Entrees. Refer to main menu for list of available items and full descriptions of entrees. Thursdays and Sundays, 5 pm until close. No substitutions please. Not valid with any other offer. No cash value. Limit one per customer. Expires March 1, 2011.
5FYJDBO$BGFDPN
search Texican Cafe
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Bella Vista Tackle Hunger in Texas
Learn more at tacklehunger.org.
with the Souper Bowl of Caring!
What would happen if every American that celebrates the Big Football Game donated one can of food or $1 to fight hunger and poverty in their local community? The result would be an astounding $90 million in cash and cans to help feed the hungry, provide shelter to the homeless and help our neighbors in need. With all eyes on North Texas this year as they host the Big Game, you can join the Souper Bowl of Caring and help make this vision a reality! For more than 20 years, groups all over the country have joined forces to demonstrate the power of caring. To date, more than $71 million in cash and cans has been collected and 100% was donated in communities throughout the U.S. Every penny stays local and every collection matters!
Last year, 1,900 schools, churches, businesses and grocery stores in Texas collected more than $4.5 million for local charities that fight hunger and poverty. The need is growing and we need your help! Join the Team. Get started today! 1. REGISTER your school, church or business at tacklehunger. org and designate an organizer for your Souper Bowl of Caring event. You’ll receive a free Resource Kit! 2. COLLECT money and/or canned foods anytime January 17February 6, 2011. Super Bowl Sunday is February 6, 2011. 3. REPORT the amount of your collection to the Souper Bowl of Caring so it can be added to the national tally. 4. DONATE 100% of your collection to the charity of your choice in your own community.
If you’re considering plastic surgery, you don’t have to worry about traveling far from home. Dr. Paul Berry is experienced in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, and provides comprehensive care right here in Cedar Park. He takes the time to listen and discuss your expectations and options so you can make an informed decision. Dr. Berry is skilled, dedicated and here to care for you. Paul A. Berry, M.D. Plastic surgery
'U%HUU\EULQJVSODVWLF VXUJHU\FORVHWRKRPH
(512) 535-5554 1900 Cypress Creek Road, Suite 100 • Cedar Park Visit cedarparksurgery.com for current specials. Independent Member of the Medical Staff at
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011 51770_CEDA_Berry_7_5x5c.indd 1
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc. 11/2/10 8:47 AM
Bella Vista At no time will any source be allowed to use The Bella Vista Bulletin contents, or loan said contents, to others in anyway, shape or form, nor in any media, website, print, film, e-mail, electrostatic copy, fax, or etc. for the purpose of solicitation, commercial use, or any use for profit, political campaigns, or other self amplification, under penalty of law without written or expressed permission from Peel, Inc. The information in The Bella Vista Bulletin is exclusively for the private use of Peel, Inc. DISCLAIMER: Articles and ads in this newsletter express the opinions of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Peel, Inc. or its employees. Peel, Inc. is not responsible for the accuracy of any facts stated in articles submitted by others. The publisher also assumes no responsibility for the advertising content with this publication. All warranties and representations made in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be taken up with the advertiser. * The publisher assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising. * Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and/or misprints, the publisher assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction. * Under no circumstances shall the publisher be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to liabilities stated above.
LIVE
in concert
saturday February 26 2011 | 7:00 pm tickets on sale now at www.ghbc.org
THE RADIANT CHURCH | WATCH LIVE services Sunday mornings or view any time at www.ghbc.org Sunday Morning Schedule 9:30 - Blended Worship | 11:00 - Contemporary Worship | 9:30 & 11:00 - Bible Life Groups (all ages)
Great Hills Baptist Church | 10500 Jollyville Road . Austin, Texas 78759 | 512.343.7763
Advertise Your Business Here 888-687-6444
).&!.4 s 4/$$,%2 s 02%3#(//, s 02% + s +).$%2'!24%. s !&4%2 3#(//,
LEARNING
IS ALL AROUND.
TWO WEEKS FREE!* #EDAR 0ARK s 1905 El Salido Parkway
LE
AR
&,
NI
NG
AB
OU ASK TO U
%8
PR
OG
™
R
RA
M
SACS CASI: Accreditation Pending Goddard Systems, Inc. program is AdvancED accredited.
www.goddardschool.com *Offer valid for new Goddard families at the above location only. Some program restrictions apply. Not valid with any other offer. Offer expires 03/31/11. The Goddard Schools are operated by independent franchisees under a license agreement with Goddard Systems, Inc. Programs and ages may vary. © Goddard Systems, Inc. 2008
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Bella Vista
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE
308 Meadowlark St. Lakeway, TX 78734-4717
PAID
PEEL, INC.
BEL
Advertise
Here CAll
512.263.9181
for more info
m o c.c
n i l e e p
. w ww
Bella Vista Bulletin - January 2011
Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc.
