Bella Vista
BELLA VISTA November 2010
Bulletin
Official Publication of the Bella Vista Homeowners Association
YARD OF THE MONTH October 2010
Congratulations to Emily and Paul Venincasa of 2708 Brindisi Way for Yard of the Month.
FALL GARAGE SALE The fall garage sale was a grand success with many households taking the opportunity to clear out and make some cash in the process. Look forward to our Spring Garage Sale.
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Hello Neighbors! Fall is finally here and I can walk the doggies again in the lovely brisk weather. This is also the time to make landscape changes so the plantings have all winter to establish a root system. As you may have read, the city council did not approve the zoning change request which would have allowed a gas station to be erected at the corner of Volente Road and Anderson Mill. Our neighbors in Volente Hills requested assistance at the public hearing and several homeowners in Bella Vista, Twin Creeks and Volente Hills voiced objections to the request which contributed to the successful outcome.The long awaited improvements to the roadway between Volente Road and Highway 620 have begun and the narrow lanes leave little room for error. Please drive slowly and more cautiously through the construction zone. Another year is winding down and we have many changes in store, so please do not miss the board report this month. Sincerely, Veronica (
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• Aluminum Foil or Pie Plates • Magazines, Junk Mail, Cardboard or Office paper • Light bulbs • Mirrors or Ceramics • Batteries or Electronics • Styrofoam • Plastic Bags
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Bella Vista Important Contacts President, Veronica
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[email protected] Treasurer, Bill
[email protected] Secretary, Shelley Lee............................
[email protected] Director, Brian Lott........................
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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.
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Is this Your Fence? If so, you have probably received a deed restriction violation letter directing corrective action. If your fence is faded or noticeably discolored you should POWER WASH or STAIN the fence to achieve a uniform color. If you are not clear as to the corrective actions needed, please contact Real Manage at the phone number included in the letter.
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Bella Vista BOARD REPORT The Board of Directors met in September to finalize the 2011 budget and a copy will be provided in the next issue. As stated in earlier correspondence, it is necessary to increase the Association dues for the upcoming year to $48 per month. Also, the Board has elected to discontinue sending coupon books in lieu of other payment methods as listed in this issue and further described in a forthcoming letter. The last board meeting was held on Oct 6 and regular agenda items were discussed including deed restriction violations and delinquencies. The Board also approved a fining policy for unresolved deed restrictions, and the policy will be mailed to all homeowners by the end of November. The Board has confirmed that home based businesses are allowed and the regulations and restrictions are provided in the additional article in this newsletter. Approval was provided to remove excessive algae from the pool and
winterization will be completed once the pool is closed for the winter months. Repairs have been completed on the perimeter fence which was reimbursed by the driver’s insurance. The Board also approved replacing missing tile caps on the entire perimeter fence. If you would like to attend an upcoming board meeting or share your thoughts and suggestions, please contact any of the HOA Board Members. Sincerely, Bella Vista HOA Board of Directors HOA DUES PAYMENT OPTIONS: 1) Automatic draft or payment from your bank account 2) Credit card payments via telephone 3) Mail payment with statement The 2011 assessments can be paid in the following amounts: Annual: One payment for $576.00 in January. Quarterly: Four payments of $144 in January, April, July and October.
Monthly: Monthly payments of $48.00 are due on the 1st of each month HOME BASES BUSINESSES: City of Cedar Park Ordinance Division 2, Section 11.04.006 describes the regulations and restrictions which are summarized below:
• Business must be conducted within the dwelling • Only family members who reside in the dwelling shall participate in the business • The dwelling shall not be altered to accommodate the business • The business is allowed no more than three vehicle trips per 24 hours • No direct selling of merchandise is allowed (Continued on Page 4)
WASTING WATER
WASTES LAKE TRAVIS. Do your part for Cedar Park’s water source, Lake Travis, part of the Colorado River. Remember last year’s low lake levels? The water we swim in, use on our lawns, and drink all comes from the same place. Let’s help make our water supply last. Find more water-saving tips at WaterIQ.org
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Bella Vista Board Report - (Cont from Page 3) • No business related equipment or materials shall be visible from anywhere off the premises • The business shall not produce noise, vibration, smoke, dust, odor, heat, glare, fumes, electrical interference or waste run-off outside the dwelling; • The business or home address shall not be advertised on the premises or through signs, billboards, television, radio or newspapers. • Childcare is permitted as detailed in Section 11.12.002 of the ordinance • No animal training, grooming, breeding or boarding is permitted • No dancing schools, junkyards, lodging, massage theraphy, tattoo/ body piercing business, restaurants, rental outlets or vehicle repair shops are permitted.
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Bella Vista november Texas Events 10—AUSTIN: L.A. Theatre Works: The Real Dr. Strangelove Foremost U.S. radio company performs Peter Goodchild’s classic radio drama, “The Real Dr. Strangelove: Edward Teller and the Battle for the H-Bomb.” Hogg Memorial Auditorium. www. texasperformingarts.org/season/drstrangelove 11—AUSTIN: Ray Wylie Hubbard Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 12—AUSTIN: Fourplay Contemporary jazz quartet performs at One World Theatre. Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. www.oneworldtheatre. org 512/329-6753 13—AUSTIN: Tim Callobre The 16-year-old guitarist and pianist who won last year’s youth division at the Christopher Parkening International Competition performs. Northwest Hills United Methodist Church. www.austinclassicalguitar.org 512/300-2247 13—SAN MARCOS: Commemorative Air Force Dinner/Dance Enjoy big-band music from the World War I-attired 19-piece Sentimental Journey Orchestra in a wooden WWII-era hangar and enjoy barbecue, a silent auction, dance contest and classic aircraft. San Marcos Airport. www.realtime.net/centex 512/396-0765 18—AUSTIN: Big Reds & Bubbles Features more than 75 different wines along with food from premiere local chefs showcasing their finest holiday cuisine. Held at the historic Driskill Hotel, displaying its full holiday splendor. www.winefoodfoundation. org 512/327-7555 18—AUSTIN: Ornette Coleman Quartet The Pulitzer Prizewinning saxophonist/composer celebrates his 80th birthday with a command performance. Bass Concert Hall. www. texasperformingarts.org/season/ornette 19—AUSTIN: Oleta Adams Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 21—AUSTIN: Austin Symphonic Band Joint Concert with Austin Civic Orchestra Begins at 3 p.m. The Long Center. www.asband. org 512/345-7420 21—AUSTIN: Nnenna Freelon Jazz vocalist performs at One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. Shows at 6 and 8:30 p.m. www. oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 22—AUSTIN: Austin Sports Commission Golf Classic Teams are invited to participate in a day of golf, live music and great food. University of Texas at Austin Golf Club. www.austinsports.org
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23-24—AUSTIN: John McLaughlin & the Fourth Dimension Show at 8 p.m. both nights. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre. org 512/329-6753 23-28—AUSTIN: Cirque Dreams Illumination See 27 world-class artists illustrate a story of everyday people doing extraordinary things as they illuminate objects, balance on wires, leap structures and fly through the air. The Long Center. www.broadwayacrossamerica. com 800/731-7469 25—AUSTIN: ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot This Thanksgiving tradition is Texas’ biggest and Austin’s only five-mile race and fun run, with more than 14,500 participants. www.thundercloud. com/index.php/trot 26—JOHNSON CITY: Official Lighting of the Courthouse Part of Johnson City’s Lights Spectacular. Blanco County Courthouse in Johnson City. www.johnsoncitytexaschamber.com 830/8687684 26—WIMBERLEY: Santa on the Square Wimberley Square. www. wimberley.org 512/847-2201 26-28—STONEWALL: Christmas in The Vineyard Includes gifts for sale, Christmas cooking demonstrations, fireside readings, concessions and more. Becker Vineyards, Hwy. 290 at Jenschke Lane. www.beckervineyards.com 830/644-2681 26-Jan. 1—FREDERICKSBURG AREA: Texas Regional Christmas Lighting Trail Come home to the for the holidays to the communities of Boerne, Burnet, Dripping Springs, Fredericksburg, Johnson City, Llano, Marble Falls and New Braunfels. Includes lighting displays, pageants and festivities of all kinds. www.tex-fest. com 830/997-8515 or 866/839-3378 26-Jan. 1—JOHNSON CITY: Lights Spectacular The official lighting of the Blanco County Courthouse begins with Santa’s arrival at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 26. Includes fireworks, the Chuck Wagon Food Court, live music, free hayrides, carriage rides, Christmas ornaments and crafts. Other lights on display throughout downtown. www.johnsoncitytexas.com 860/868-5700 26-Jan. 2—FREDERICKSBURG: Eisbahn Outdoor ice-skating event benefits the Heritage School and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Marktplatz, corner of W. Main and N. Adams streets. www.skateinfred.com 830/997-6597 (Continued on Page 7)
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Bella Vista Texas Events - (Continued from Page 6) 27—AUSTIN: Chuy’s Christmas Parade A procession of giant balloons, marching bands, vintage cars, celebrities and floats ushers in the season of giving. www.chuysparade.com 27—BANDERA: Country Christmas Ball Kick off the holiday season with an event reminiscent of an old-fashioned dinner and barn dance. Farm Country Club. E-mail: farmcc@indian-creek. net www.farmcc.com 830/589-7226 27—COMFORT: Christmas in Comfort Features more than 150 arts & crafts booths, plus the lighted night parade, visits with Santa, a petting zoo, live music, food and more. Downtown Historic District. www.comfortchamberofcommerce.com 830/995-3131 27—JOHNSON CITY: A Timeless Christmas The boyhood home of President Lyndon Baines Johnson and the Johnson Settlement open for tours, decked out in Christmas finery from the 1920s and 1860s. www.nps.gov/lyjo 830/868-7128, ext. 244. 27—JOHNSON CITY: Lighted Hooves & Wheels Parade Begins at 6:30 p.m. Blanco County Courthouse. www. johnsoncitytexaschamber.com 830/868-7684 27—LEAKEY: Christmas on the Square Features arts & crafts, Santa Claus and more. Real County Courthouse Square. www. friocanyonchamber.com 830/232-5222 27—NEW BRAUNFELS: Saturday Market Days at the Elks Vendors offer unique gifts, handcrafted wood items, jewelry, clothing, mosaic crosses and more. Elks parking lot, 353 S. Seguin St. 830/822-1099 27—STONEWALL: Holiday Cookie Decorating & German Traditions Observe and learn 1900s German holiday traditions such as cookie decorating, wreath making, tree decorating, candle making and storytelling. Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm at LBJ State Park and Historic Site. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/lbj 830/644-2430 27-28—AUSTIN: Citywide Garage Sale Flea market features secondhand, vintage and used merchandise. Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road. www.citywidegaragesale.com 512/441-2828 27-28—BLANCO: Blanco Trade Days & Farmers’ Market Find handcrafted items, antiques, jewelry, candles, clothing, knives and more. Yett Park. www.blancotradedays.i8.com 830/833-4460 30—AUSTIN: Peter White Christmas Acoustic jazz guitarist performs with singer Mindi Abair and Rick Braun on trumpet. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 30—AUSTIN: The Klezmatics with Richard Stoltzman The world’s hippest klezmer band is joined by two-time Grammy Awardwinning clarinetist Richard Stoltzman for a Hanukkah celebration to remember. Bass Concert Hall. www.texasperformingarts.org/ season/klezmatics
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