mayfield ranch - august 2011

Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc. The Mayfield Ranch Homeowner's Association Newsletter - August 2011 1

MAYFIELD RANCHmAugust 2011 Volume 2, Issue 8

MAYFIELD RANCHMAYFIELD RANCHHOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Pool hoursTuesday - Sunday

6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Closed every Monday for cleaning (except on designated holidays)

Lifeguard Schedule

May 28-30, July 4September 5: 11am-8pm

June 1 – August 22: Tuesday – Sunday, 11am-8pm

August 27-September 4: Saturday & Sunday, 11am-8pm

SUMMER TREE CARE As the sweltering summer months are upon us, there

are several things a homeowner can do to make sure that your tree survives and stays healthy. The time has passed to plant new trees, as getting enough water to the root ball to combat 100 degree days will mean watering every single day without a miss. Even a 2 day lack of water can stunt or kill a new tree, so wait until fall to plant a new tree.

If you have planted a tree or two this past spring, still make sure that the root ball itself is getting the water. The tree hasn’t been in the ground long enough to establish a root system that will support it. Also make sure there is a little slack in the tree support wires. The tree needs to sway to build a strong trunk. Leave enough slack without allowing so much that the tree can fall over.

After a tree has been in the ground a year, the supports should be removed as they will start to have the effect of weakening the tree, not holding it up. Wiggle the tree before you remove the wires, but 99% of trees can have the supports and stakes removed after a year.

Wendy OdlumWingnut Farms

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Please contact SMS for questionsor concerns regarding the community.

Southwest Management ServicesP.O. Box 342585

Austin, Texas 78734Phone: 512-266-6771

Fax: 512-266-6791www.southwestmanagement.net

EMERGENCY ...............................................................911Fire ..................................................................................911Ambulance ......................................................................911Sheriff – Non-Emergency ............................... 512-943-1300

LEANDER ISD Parkside Elementary .................................... 512-570-7100 Wiley Middle School .................................. 512-435-4800 Vista Ridge High School ............................. 512-570-1800 Rouse High School ..................................... 512-570-2000

ROUND ROCK ISD Chandler Oaks Elementary ......................... 512-704-0400 Walsh Middle School .................................. 512-704-0800 Stony Point High School ............................ 512-428-7000 Round Rock High School ........................... 512-464-6000

Don Krahn .............................................................ChairmanJennifer Poulson ...................................................... PresidentWendy Csaki ....................................................Vice PresidentJoey Hlavenka ............................................................FinancePaula Dawning .........................................................Secretary

If you wish to contact them, please e-mail to: [email protected]

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Thank you!!Thanks to all who attended the Annual Meeting in July. Your attendance and participation is appreciated! Minutes of the meeting will be posted to the website once

they have been reviewed.

SPEEDING-PLEASE SLOW DOWN!

Speeding has become a major problem in our community. Speeding can result in accidents and injuries. The Association office has received several complaints. The solution is simple – PLEASE SLOW DOWN. Be part of the solution and not the problem.

Please help keep Mayfield Ranch beautiful and SAFENO SPEEDING!

STREET LIGHTS OUT?Is there a light pole out in your area? The street lights are not

owned by the association. All outages should be reported to Bonnie Cordova 512-218-6641 along with the pole number and nearest street address.


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LaxFarm

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Is your son looking for an alternative to the same old fall

youth sports?

Registration is now open for The LAX Farm’s Fall 2011 House League. The league is structured for novice players and it is organized to emphasize fun and skill development.

If your son was looking for a way to enter the sport, this recreational league is an ideal way for him to test the waters. The league is designed for entry level players, but it is also for boys with some lacrosse experience who want to keep their skills honed during the off season. We offer full equipment rental packages as well.

www.thelaxfarm.com512-568-7597

the lax farm

Boys Youth Lacrosse / Fall League / Grades 1-6

“Growing Players with a Passion”

Do you need a pool key fob? The website has been updated to allow you to make your request and pay for your fob electronically – no more paper form or checks!! Simply log on to the website: www.mayfield-ranch.com , click on Resources, E-forms, then Pool Use Agreement form. Once the form and payment have been verified Southwest Management Services will mail your fob.

Having a party? You can now check availability and make your reservation online. Go to mayfield-ranch.com website, login, click on Activities, then Reservations. Complete the required information then submit. Once your reservation is approved you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to finalize your reservationand payment.

The Board of directors would like to say Thank you to Mindi Sherman for serving as the chairperson of the Mayfield Ranch Welcome Committee for the last few years and Welcome to Carmen Long as the new chairperson! Their volunteer efforts help to make our community a great place to live!

Are you looking for an easy way to meet some new people in the neighborhood? Would you like to contribute to the community but don’t have a lot of time? Then the Welcome Committee is just for you! The volunteer commitment time is less than an hour each month and the benefits are enormous! Parents of teens, this would be acceptable for community work for NJHS or NHS.

If you are interested in joining the Welcome Committee please contact Carmen Long at [email protected]

Welcome!!!


MAYFIELD RANCHWILL MY CHILD BE READY

for Elementary School?Submitted by: Brandi Muse

More and more parents are recognizing the importance of enrolling their children in preschool to help them develop the right foundation for success in elementary school and beyond. However, the best programs go beyond helping children master basic academic skills to supporting their development as happy, confident, well-rounded individuals.

Research shows that from birth to age five, development in all areas is rapid. Children form strong neural connections during this time as a result of experiences they have with everyone and everything they encounter. The quality of those early interactions determines how children continue to learn and form relationships, strongly influencing their future success and happiness.

“Parents should look for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten and first grade programs that take a balanced approach to developing motor,

social-emotional, creative and academic skills,” said Brandi Muse, of Primrose School at Summerwood. “It takes quality instruction, a well-rounded curriculum and a positive teacher relationship to prepare a child to succeed.”

Academics: Let’s go beyond concentrating only on basic math and reading skills. Academic success is not just about memorization – it requires learning how to think critically, use mathematical concepts, express curiosity and develop competence in language skills like listening, speaking and writing.Technology: In today’s technology-rich world, children need to have a grasp of technology as a tool for creative expression and problem solving. Computers equipped with developmental ly-appropriate educational software and online resources

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should be integrated into the classroom.Physical Development: Children who participate in daily physical activity develop basic motor skills like throwing, jumping and balance that help them become healthy adults. Physical activity also creates neural connections that support academic achievement.Music and Art: Young children naturally engage in “art,” or spontaneous, creative play, but when educators involve children in music and art activities regularly from an early age, they encourage cognitive and emotional development.Socia l -Emotional Development : Preschool programs should focus on social and life skills to help your child establish positive relationships and transition easily to elementary school.

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GOING 100 PERCENT ORGANIC NOT FEASIBLE?By Melanie Dragger, M.Comm.

The Environmental Working Group (EWG), a non-profit organization specializing in research and advocacy related to public health and the environment, has released its 2011 updated “Dirty Dozen” list of the 12 fruits and vegetables containing the most pesticides. Topping this year’s list? Apples. This begs the question, “Can eating an apple a day really keep the doctor away?”

The answer may lie in where you get your apples. Although the EWG’s ranking was cited as an overestimate of the risk by the Alliance for Food & Farming, a non-profit organization with the stated mission of providing a voice for farmers to communicate their commitment to food safety, consuming organically grown products can reduce the amount of pesticides that enter your body. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), long-term exposure to pesticides can lead to death or serious illness, including developmental and reproductive disorders, impaired nervous system function, and certain cancers. Further, the WHO has found children to be at higher risk from exposure than adults.

However, organically grown products are typically more expensive than conventionally grown products, and some organic products may be difficult to find in some areas. If growing your own fruits and vegetables is not an option, and purchasing 100 percent of your produce in organic form is monetarily unfeasible, the EWG’s list offers a good starting point for consumers.

According to the EWG’s 2011 report, which is based on its analysis of tests conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the following 12 fruits and vegetables (the “Dirty Dozen”) consistently contained the highest amount of pesticides when conventionally grown, and should be consumed in organic form when possible:1. Apples2. Celery3. Strawberries4. Peaches5. Spinach6. Nectarines (imported)7. Grapes (imported)8. Sweet bell peppers9. Potatoes10. Blueberries (domestic)11. Lettuce12. Kale/collard greens

Alternatively, according to the EWG, the following 15 fruits and vegetables (the “Clean 15") consistently contained the least amount of pesticides, and by adhering to this list, individuals can get their recommended daily allowance of fruits and vegetables without incurring the expense of buying

organic products in order to limit their exposure to pesticides:1. Onions2. Sweet Corn3. Pineapples4. Avocado5. Asparagus6. Sweet peas7. Mangoes8. Eggplant9. Cantaloupe (domestic)10. Kiwi11. Cabbage12. Watermelon13. Sweet potatoes14. Grapefruit15. Mushrooms

Underscoring the importance of the consumption of fruits and vegetables was the release of MyPlate, also in June, replacing the classic food pyramid. The USDA’s new food icon is a simple, visual cue that advises individuals to “make half your plate fruits and vegetables,” graphically shrinking the role of meats and dairy products in the national diet. More information on the EWG, as well as the full list of fruits and vegetables ranked, can be found at http://www.ewg.org. More information on the Alliance for Food and Farming can be found at http://www.foodandfarming.info. To learn more about the USDA’s MyPlate, visit http://www.choosemyplate.gov, and to discover more about the WHO, visit http://www.who.int/en.


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