hunter's chase - december 2015

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Schools in the Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) will be closed December 18 through January 4. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 5th. Have a safe and happy holiday break!

SPEAKING OF RRISD...

The District's Destination magazine is available online at: https://roundrockisd.org/departments/community-relations/

publications/It's an informative magazine about District news and happenings.

Named earlier this year, the 2016 Teachers of the Year are currently profiled in the magazine. Selected teachers include those from nearby elementary schools Pond Springs, LIve Oak and Jollyville, as well as Deerpark Junior High and McNeil High School. McNeil High's Linda Hengst, in fact, was named RRISD Secondary Teacher of the Year.

RRISDHoliday Schedule

Five Holiday Safety Tips

AT&T work crews are in Hunter's Chase and other nearby areas to the west of us running fiber optic conduit. The project commenced in mid November, and the proposed timeline is for the heavy equipment part of the project, the drilling, dredging and digging, to be completed by end December. Then, crews will run and install the fiber optics component of the project.

Planned completion is slated by or just after the first of the year. Please contact the City of Austin, or your utility service providers, should you experience any disruption to your usual utility services.

AT&T Is Installing FiberOptics in Our Neighborhood

1. If You're Traveling:Don't post your travel plans online!Make sure to keep travel plans off your social media networks.

Don't post where you're going, when you are leaving, or when you will be back, because you're basically just making a thief's job easier. Let a trustworthy neighbor know if you're planning to go out of town for the holiday season, so that they can keep an eye on your house. Have the neighbor grab your mail and newspapers while you're away. Don't hide a key outside the house!

2. Electrical FiresBe careful: December is the deadliest month for electrical fires!Before you string lights on your house or trees, inspect the strands,

to make sure there aren't any frayed cords or cracked bulbs. Also, don't use indoor lights outside and vice versa. Check the tag on the string of lights to be sure.

3. Heating Equipment FiresHeating equipment, like furnaces and fireplaces, can cause house

fires if mismanaged.Make sure to have a professional inspect your furnace and clean

the chimney before you heat your home.

4. General Fire SafetyBe safe with small flames and fires this holiday.Don't leave candles unattended, and don't put stockings near a heat

source (chimney/fireplace). Be sure to install or check smoke alarms, and unplug your Christmas tree during sleeping hours.

5. Grease FiresKnow what to do in case of a grease fire.Take extra precautions with turkey fryers (be sure the oil used to

fry the turkey is the right temperature and always fry outside, in a well-ventilated area). Don't use water to extinguish a grease fire -- instead, douse the fire with baking soda.

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THAT YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES ARE SAFE

HUNTER'S CHASEGazetteThe Official Newsletter of the

Hunter's Chase HOA

December 2015 Volume 5, Issue 12

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UTILITIESElectricity City of Austin .............................................. 512-494-9400Gas Atmos Energy ...........................................1-888-286-6700 Emergency ................................................... 866-322-8667Water/Wastewater (City of Austin) Emergency ................................................... 512-912-6000Trash/Recycling City of Austin .............................................. 512-494-9400

PROPERTY MANAGEMENTHC HOA Goodwin Management Inc. [email protected] ........... 512-502-7503Estates of HC POA CA Managers: [email protected] ................................. 512-288-2376

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEEApplications are found on the intranet site at

http://hca.goodwintx.com/

DEED ENFORCEMENT To report violations contact Sage Management at

[email protected] documents at http://hca.goodwintx.com.

SCHOOLSPond Springs Elementary ................................ 512-464-4200 .................... http://schools.roundrockisd.org/pondsprings/Deerpark Middle School ................................. 512-464-6600 ..........................http://schools.roundrockisd.org/deerpark/McNeil High School ....................................... 512-464-6300 .............................http://schools.roundrockisd.org/mcneil/

OTHERCrime Stoppers .......................................... 1-800-253-STOPCounty Commissioner Lisa Birkman, Pct. 1 ..... 512-733-5384 fax; 512-733-5380Animal Control ............................................... 512-943-1389Spicewood Springs Branch Public Library ....................... 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd 512-974-3800

POA BOARDBrian James ............................................................ President Samuel Yu ........................................................Vice PresidentMichael Kuykendall .................................................TreasurerRebekah Sheppard ...................................................SecretaryLynn Raridon Maddox ...............................At-Large MemberTo reach any one of the board members please contact Carmen Glassinger at [email protected]

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HUNTERS CHASE POA COMMITTEESResidents interested in joining a committee should contact Carmen Glassinger at [email protected]

1. Neighborhood Watch - will assist with implementing a neighborhood watch program

2. Amenities (Pool, Park & Tennis) - will be responsible for maintenance and improvement suggestions to the Board

3. Events - responsible for determining which neighborhood events to plan and carrying out the planning and execution of the events (Neighborhood garage sale, Christmas caroling, potlucks, etc)

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With winter just around the corner, now is the time to make sure your home is ready to withstand the season’s harsh elements, both inside and out. Taking care of some essential things now can help save energy and keep you safe and warm all winter.

Seal air leaks. Hidden air leaks allow heat to escape, causing your heating system to work harder. Leaks around doors and windows are easy to feel. Hidden holes in attics and basements are harder to detect, however, so you may want to hire a contractor to measure the air leakage. Seal leaks with spray foam, caulk or weather stripping.

Check the heating system. Dirt and neglect are major causes of heating equipment breakdown. Schedule an annual professional maintenance inspection to prevent this. Plus, clean or change your system’s air filters once a month.

Add insulation. Insulation is measured by "R-value," the ability to resist heat flow. The best investment is to add insulation to your attic and seal leaks in the attic floor. It’s an easy job that’s well worth the savings you’ll see.

Get a programmable thermostat. These thermostats offer pre-

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programmed temperature settings that drop temperatures when you’re away and raise them when you’re home. Using a programmable thermostat in such a manner could save you up to 15% on your heating bill.

Clean the gutters. Removing debris from your gutters helps prevent foundation problems and sagging gutters. If you want to prevent water damage, be sure you do this.

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These events don't get the attention some of the bigger winter holiday events in the area receive, but they are well worth attending.

Rock’N Light Holiday Tour & Christmas Towne at Old Settler’s Park, Round Rock - Over two million lights along a 1.5 mile path. After the light show, visit Christmas Towne with pony rides, petting zoo, train ride and more.

Gingerbread Village at Four Seasons Austin - Come see a "Wild, Wild West” village and meet the chef behind the gingerbread creation. Hot apple cider and festive cookies will be offered.

Elgin CHRISTmas Tree Farm - Head to nearby Elgin and pick your Christmas Tree. In addition, enjoy a scenic hayride, animals, crazy maze and playground.

North Pole Flyer Departs from Cedar Park - Thanks to the Austin Steam Train Association, you can take a two-hour, round-trip train ride on the historic Bertram Flyer. The trip includes story-time, cookies and a visit from both Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus.

Luminations at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center See the gardens lit with thousands of luminaries and twinkling lights. There will be holiday music, puppet acts, crafts and photo opportunities. Admission is free with two canned goods, benefiting the Capitol Area Food Bank.

Cherrywood Art Fair at Maplewood Elementary SchoolHighly regarded for its selection and variety of artists, the

show features all original art of high quality in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy live Austin music, great food, and special art projects just for kids! Teen rock band RIIL Chemistry , comprised of Deerpark and McNeil students, will perform on Sunday, December 13, at 11:15 a.m.

Holiday Lights & Ice at the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa - The 5th Annual Holiday Lights & Ice event benefits Make-A-Wish Central & South Texas, and it features skating, s’mores, games, twinkling lights and more.

For more details on these events, including dates and times, visit the R We There Yet Mom? website at http://rwethereyetmom.com/holiday-events-austin.html

Lesser Known Holiday Events with Lots to Offer Just About Anyone

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Humpbacked flies, also known as Phorid flies, are small gnat-like flies that do not bite. They often are yellowish to black in color. They get their name from the way their back is humped when viewed from the side. Sometimes they are called scuttle flies from their habit of running around in an erratic manner.

Phorid flies vary widely with some being pests while some species are beneficial and attack and kill red imported fire ants.

Pest species that are found indoors are often associated with moist, decaying organic matter. These flies can become a problem in homes because they can mechanically transmit bacteria to food and food prep areas.

Common sites where larvae develop (and areas you would need to locate a.k.a. “the source”) can include the organic matter built up on the inside of drain pipes; on aging fruits, vegetables or other food matter; the bottom of garbage cans, dumpsters or recycling bins; in broken sewage pipes; or under broken floor tiles.

Develop a sanitation plan. Locate “the source” where larvae are living and clean it thoroughly. If drains are accessible, clean with

Phorid or Humpbacked Flies

a stiff brush and flush with boiling water. Food should not be left out for long periods of time and trash/ recyclables should be removed on a regular basis. Repair any plumbing leaks.

Spot treatments with properly labeled insecticides and fly lights can help reduce adult populations.

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Dr. Cunningham spent 15 years as a traveling doctor for the men’s Olympic downhill team, accompanying the athletes throughout the US, Canada and Europe on the World Cup tour. He was able to pick up tips from some of the world’s finest altitude athletes and their trainers.

Ski conditioning begins about 6 weeks prior to travel, and involves three phases:

1. Muscle training 2. Stamina 3. AgilityMuscle training for the skier or boarder utilizes stretching,

closed & open-chain strengthening exercises, and emphasizing the core muscle groups of the spine, hips, quadriceps & hamstrings. For most recreational athletes, low-weight/high-repetition sets will be best. Another option may be a personal trainer or workout club pro to help you design a program to strengthen your core without over-stressing your joints. Join pain is a common skier injury so muscle training will aid in prevention.

Stamina is crucial for a recreational athlete, especially at altitude. (That’s another discussion for later!) Cardio conditioning can be as simple as running, jumping on a bike or elliptical, preferably using “interval” periods to increase your heart rate. Sports like tennis, swimming, and basketball have built-in interval training as part of the sport.

Speaking of spor ts , these are great for honing the athletic agility that helps prevent ski injury, especially at the end of a long, fatiguing ski or snowboarding day. These are “ski-adaptive” sports. “Ski-specific” training involves side-to-side training tools that focus on the specific ski muscles and coordination. Slide boards, closed-chain waist belt regimens, in or out of ski boots, are popular.

The goal is to decrease fatigue-related injury but also to increase your enjoyment, help you relax, and enjoy the sport!

If you have a history of joint pain or arthritis (DJD), consider your options before you head to the slopes– perhaps 3 to 4 weeks before your trip, you might want to explore PRP or stem cell injectable treatments in Austin as a autologous, potentially regenerative medicine alternative to steroids to ensure that you get the most out of your trip.

By Kelly Cunningham, MD, Sports Medicine specialist Austin,Texas, resident Kelly Cunningham, MD is board

certified by the American College of Orthopedic Surgeons, and an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Cartilage Repair Society. Learn more about preventing and treating sports injuries at:

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