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RIVER REVIEWEMERGENCY NUMBERSEMERGENCY ...............................................................911Fire ..................................................................................... 911Ambulance ......................................................................... 911Sheriff – Non-Emergency ..................................512-974-0845Hudson Bend Fire and EMS Emergencies ...................................................512-266-1775 Information .....................................................512-266-2533

SCHOOLSLeander ISD ........................................................512-570-0000Cedar Park High School ......................................512-570-1200 Vandegrift High School .......................................512-570-2300Four Points Middle School ..................................512-570-3700River Place Elementary ........................................512-570-6900

UTILITIESRiver Place MUD ...............................................512-246-0498City of Austin Electric .......................................512-494-9400Texas Gas Service Custom Service .......................................... 1-800-700-2443 Emergencies ...................................................512-370-8609 Call Before You Dig .......................................512-472-2822AT&T New Service ............................................... 1-800-464-7928 Repair ......................................................... 1-800-246-8464 Billing ......................................................... 1-800-858-7928Time Warner Cable Customer Service ...........................................512-485-5555 Repairs ............................................................512-485-5080IESI (Trash) ........................................................512-282-3508

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RIVER REVIEWLove Your Dog, Leash Your DogWe love dogs—we really do. That’s why

the association is committed to enforcing the county leash law on association property. According to the U.S. Humane Society, an unleashed dog has an average life span of less than four years? Allowing your dog to run free threatens your dog’s health and welfare and the happiness it brings to you.

We also love our community. That’s another reason the association is committed to enforcing the county leash law—so all residents may enjoy our community.

Another great way you can help everyone enjoy our community is by picking up your dog’s poop.

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When I was six or seven years old, I witnessed the ocean drowning of a dear aunt. Although too young for the full scope of the tragedy to sink in, the thoughts and the images of that event have remained with me for almost 70 years.

No wonder that, when our young grandson started splashing in our swimming pool a dozen or so years ago, the thought of such an unfathomable occurrence never left our mind. We took every precaution possible, as I am sure the vast majority of parents, grandparents, relatives, caretakers and friends of so many young children do when they let their young ones swim in pools, lakes, rivers, water parks and more.

But the unimaginable does occur -- more often than we think.

Now that another swimming season approaches it may be the time to give “the unimaginable” some thought because if statistics tell the truth, drowning is all too imaginable.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention publishes the following grim statistic: From 1999 through 2010, a total of 46,419 deaths from unintentional drowning (including boating) occurred in the United States, an average of 3,868 deaths per year. That is an average of more than 10 drowning deaths each and every day of the year.

But what is even more disturbing, unitentional drowning has become the leading cause of death from unintentional injury among children aged 1-4 years. It replaces deaths resulting from motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of death from unintentional injury for boys aged 1–4 years. These child-drowning deaths occurred most often in a bathtub for children under one year of age and, in a swimming pool, for children aged 1-4 years. The latter location -- swimming pools -- accounts for more than 50% of all unintentional drowning deaths in that age group, according to the CDC.

At this point, the reader may ask, why the focus on younger children and swimming pools? While, of course, every drowning is an immeasurable tragedy, the loss of a toddler under such horrific circumstances in one’s neighborhood pool, is bound to leave an indelible impression. That is what happened on a beautiful June day almost seven years ago at a nearby swimming pool. To be precise, on June 13, 2008, Colin Holst, a proud and happy four-and-a-half-year-old little boy went to “the big” pool -- a swimming pool close to Circle C Ranch -- just one day after graduating from swimming lessons and receiving his medal. Little

Colin, age 4, enjoying a family weekend by the water. Colin was having a ball playing in the fountains and sprinklers with his friends, all moving around the pool together in a clump, playing and splashing and ducking in and out of the water.

Suddenly, in an instant, Colin wasn’t with them. Time stood still as all eyes swept the pool looking for him, and then, only moments later, Colin was pulled from the shallow water unconscious and not breathing. Efforts to revive him at the pool were unsuccessful. Colin, the baby boy born “with a mop of dark hair that looked just like his mother,” died at the hospital the

next day, having never opened his eyes again after his swim.

Out of this unimaginable tragedy, sprang a glimmer of hope -- even of good. Grief-stricken by their loss and shocked to learn the cruel toll drowning takes on children of Colin’s age, Colin’s family founded an organization dedicated to preventing such tragedies from befalling other families: Colin’s Hope. Simply, “Colin's Hope envisions a world where children do not drown. Colin's Hope raises water safety awareness to prevent children from drowning.”

As our weather warms up, as families once again head for our pools, lakes and beaches, please take time to familiarize yourself with water safety rules -- they might make the difference between a happy summer and the unimaginable. An excellent place to do such is ColinsHope.org. At Colin’s Hope, learn about this wonderful organization’s many water safety awareness programs, events, campaigns and resources. They all have one vision in mind: “A world where children do not drown. While at Colin’s Hope, take a look at their on-line Water Safety Resources Hub,” take the "Water Safety Quiz” and please consider volunteering for one of their many activities and programs and making a contribution so that the “glimmer of hope” may become a bright light -- a reality, as much as possible -- for our children and grandchildren.

Acknowledgement: Some of the information and wording in this article comes -- with permission -- from"Colin’s Story,” at Colin’s Hope. Colin’s photo and lead image, courtesy Colin’s Hope.

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RIVER REVIEWThanks to Four Points Community for Raising $140,000 for Education

2016 Gala Set for February 27

Despite the cold, rainy weather, the Four Points community rallied to support the Hill Country Education Foundation’s 5th Annual Giddy Up Gala on Saturday, February 28, at The Westin Austin at The Domain. HCEF is pleased to announce that record-breaking attendance and record-breaking funds totaled $140,000. More than 475 guests made a difference for our students, schools and teachers at HCEF’s primary fundraiser, bidding for Silent Auction, Big Board and Live Auction items, raising their paddles for Vandegrift High School’s Fund-A-Need and buying more raffle and Heads or Tails tickets more than ever before. Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 27, 2016 for the 6th Annual Gala.

As a result of this success, HCEF will increase support of our schools through Impact Grants, scholarships, professional development, robotics grants, Naviance/ReadiStep and much more. This year’ Fund-A-Need titled “Expand the Reach of Excellence at VHS” raised another record-breaker, bringing in $23,200 to launch a new SAT curriculum for all VHS juniors, the highly successful PSAT Boot Camp, UIL academic competitions and teacher professional development.

Special thank you to the very hard working, dependable and dedicated volunteer chairs who elevated the quality and expanded the fundraising potential!

Myra Roberts – Event ChairJulie Geller, Julie Petrucelli & Cherisse Smyser – Silent Auction Chairs

Stephanie Johnson – Live Auction Chair Chris Lee – Reservation Management & Check In/Out Chair

Susan Arant – Decorations Chair Catherine Parrington – Entertainment Chair

Michelle Beck – HCEF Board Liaison

There were many more hands that brought their talents from pre-Gala preparation and procurement to set-up and event night help. Very special thanks to these generous parents and students who were an integral component to the fundraiser’s success!

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Austin resident Alexandra Gandara, and a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, has been appointed director of the National League of Junior Cotillions chapters for Travis County, the program's national office announced. Gandara is a graduate of Texas State University and McNeil High School.

The Junior Cotillion program, which features etiquette, social dance, and life skills training for

middle school students, holds classes starting in the fall and concludes with a black and white ball. "I believe the program has the ability to guide students into becoming well-mannered, savvy young adults who will positively impact their communities for years to come" she said.

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., the National League of Junior Cotillions was established in 1979 and has more than 350 chapters nationwide.

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Fight Back Against Property Taxes in 2015

It’s no secret that people are moving to Central Texas every single day. Austin is known nationwide as one of the most desirable places to live, and we’re all paying for it. Skyrocketing property taxes are arguably one of the largest expenses that moved to town with this influx of new Travis and Williamson County residents.

The name of the game is supply and demand. This is great news if you are looking to sell your home in the near future. However, if you are in the vast majority of people that would like to continue to be able to afford to live here, rising property values pose a very real financial threat.

Property owners in Travis County will soon receive a letter in the mail titled “Notice of Appraised Value”. State law requires that the Travis Central Appraisal District provide you will this letter communicating what the district felt your property’s market value was as of January 1, 2015. You are likely about to experience some sticker shock based on the “hot” nature of our real estate market.

Whether your property’s value has jumped 1% or 50%, every landowner should strongly consider the option of appealing their valuation. Why?

• The Travis Central Appraisal District’s mass appraisal techniques are anything but perfect. They do not incorporate important information specific to your property.

• Texas allows landowners the ability to lower their taxes if they are being taxed unfairly compared to other properties in the area.

• Last year, market values in Travis County jumped an average of 12.6%, per the appraisal district. Our real estate market has not slowed since that time. We will likely see significant increases again this year.

In short, there are many potential ways to argue for lower property taxes in 2015.

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Texas Children With Severe Brain InjuriesLess than four years after it was founded, a Southwest Austin

nonprofit organization has decided that it’s got more than enough hope to go around.

That’s the thinking behind a new mission and a name change for the Southwest Austin nonprofit organization known as HOPE4JD, which was founded in 2011 to support families whose children suffered brain injuries due to nonfatal drownings. As of April, the organization will be known as Hope4Minds whose mission is to foster hope and enrich the lives of children with an acquired brain injury by providing support and education.

With a new name and more families to serve, Hope4Minds also will expand its community outreach services to include parent support groups and concussion baseline screenings, in addition to the services it already offers such as CPR/First Aid training and family care packages.

“Our board of directors and supporters see the opportunity to do more and help more Texas families,” says Ronda Johnson, executive director, Hope4Minds. “Our community rose to the challenge over the last few years, helping us make a difference in the lives of families in Austin, San Antonio and Dallas. Our work has showed us the needs of more children who are living with an acquired brain injury and whose families need our support.”

According to the Texas Brain Injury Alliance, fewer than 1 in 20 children with acquired brain injury will get the rehabilitation they need for recovery. Injury may occur during events such as non-fatal drownings, choking, car accidents, sports and recreational activities, falls, lightning strikes and even abuse.

Since 2012, the organization has provided more than $211,248 in services to families, 841 hours of recovery therapy services, nearly 100 family care packages to Texas hospitals and rehab centers, and free CPR training for 216 adults.


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MOSQUITOESMost female mosquitoes require a blood meal for egg

production whereas males feed on nectar and do not bite. Eggs can be laid on the surface of water or in dry locations that are occasionally flooded by water. Some eggs are able to remain dormant under dry conditions for several months. Eggs hatch into larvae, or wigglers. Mosquito larvae live in water and feed on organic debris or microscopic plants and animals. Larvae molt into pupae which do not feed. Mosquito pupae spend the majority of their time at the surface of the water, only moving when disturbed.

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Areas that cannot be drained, such as ponds or large rain collection systems, can be stocked with mosquito fish that eat mosquito larvae. Dunks can also be used in these areas. Dunks are a small, donut-shaped product that contains Bacillus thuringiensis var. israeliensis. The donut disrupts the life cycle of the mosquito and

is non-toxic to humans, amphibians and fish. Avoiding peak hours when mosquitoes are active

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NATUREWATCHby Jim and Lynne WeberLOVELY LUPINESAs Austin and surrounding areas grow and expand, encounters

with urban wildlife become increasingly frequent, especially during the spring and summer breeding seasons.

Wild animals often make their homes in or around our homes, and they can be unwelcome and even destructive. Be aware that trapping is not always the answer, and should only be used as a last resort. Unless the source of the problem is eliminated (uncapped chimneys, holes in decks or attics, pet food left outside), another animal will likely move into the same spot. Additionally, during spring and summer, you may trap a mother whose babies will be left orphaned if she is removed.

Trapping is also quite stressful for animals, and they often injure themselves when trying to escape. They can be exposed to the elements and left trapped for an unknown number of hours or days, without food or water. If they are relocated, they may have trouble finding food, water, or shelter, as they will be disoriented in their new environment. They can also be considered intruders by the resident animal population, and be driven away or attacked, with a very uncertain outcome.

To avoid all of these situations, there are humane solutions to prevent common wildlife problems before they occur. These include installing L-shaped mesh barriers under decks, sheds, and around gardens, adding bungee cords to trash can lids or keeping the cans inside the garage until collection day, capping the top of the chimney, installing mesh covered attic vents, taking pet food indoors overnight, and adding squirrel-proof baffles to bird feeders.

If you do run across wildlife babies, remember that they cannot digest cow’s milk properly, so they should be brought to Wildlife Rescue as soon as possible. Fawns are often left alone and curled up in the grass for up to 10-12 hours while their mothers forage, so if their mouth is warm, bottom is clean, and they are not being overrun by fire ants, leave them alone. Young feathered birds are frequently found on the ground and belong there, as it is natural for them to fledge the nest and learn to fly, feed, and avoid predators, all under the watchful eyes of their parents, who are likely nearby. Unfeathered baby birds can be safely united with

their parents by creating a makeshift nest, nailing a small plastic bowl as high as you can reach onto a tree, first poking a few small drain holes in the bottom, adding some dry grass or leaves, and placing the nestlings in it. Within a few hours, the parents should return to resume feeding them.

Recently, the National Wildlife Federation ranked America’s largest cities based on three criteria for wildlife: percentage of parkland, citizen action to create wildlife habitat, and school adoption of outdoor learning in wildlife gardens. Austin, Texas was named as “the clear-cut (#1) choice as America’s best city for wildlife, boasting the most Certified Wildlife Habitats (2,154),

most certified Wildlife Habitats per capita, and most Schoolyard Habitats (67). Famous for its Congress Avenue Bridge that’s home to 1.5 million bats, the City of Austin is certified as a Community Wildlife Habitat. Its residents not only want to Keep Austin Weird – they’re the best in America at keeping their city wild.”

However, as more and more of our landscape is bulldozed and developed, we leave less and less for the native animals that call it home. The least we can do is be

cognizant of these changes, prevent conflicts when possible, and learn to treat our native wildlife as humanely as possible!

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6. If decorative glass is part of your front entrance, don't let your alarm company install the control pad where I can see if it's set. That makes it too easy.

7. A good security company alarms the window over the sink. And the windows on the second floor, which often access the master bedroom - and your jewelry. It's not a bad idea to put motion detectors up there too.

8. It's raining, you're fumbling with your umbrella, and you forget to lock your door - understandable. But understand this: I don't take a day off because of bad weather.

9. I always knock first. If you answer, I'll ask for directions somewhere or offer to clean your gutters. (Don't take me up on it.)

10. Do you really think I won't look in your sock drawer? I always check dresser drawers, the bedside table, and the medicine cabinet.

11. Here's a helpful hint: I almost never go into kids' rooms.12. You're right: I won't have enough time to break into that safe

where you keep your valuables. But if it's not bolted down, I'll take it with me.

13. A loud TV or radio can be a better deterrent than the best alarm system. If you're reluctant to leave your TV on while you're out of town, you can buy a $35 device that works on a timer and simulates the flickering glow of a real television

Sources: Convicted burglars in North Carolina, Oregon, California, and Kentucky; security consultant Chris McGoey, who runs http://www.crimedoctor.com/ and Richard T. Wright, a criminology professor at the University of Missouri-St Louis, who interviewed 105 burglars for his

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May is National Stroke Awareness MonthSubmitted by Tom Henry, Community Relations, Longhorn Village

Strokes can happen to anyone at any time, Including newborn babies, children, teens and adults. It is important to understand not only how to identify a stroke, but also to know that up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable.

What is a stroke? A stroke is a “brain attack.” It happens when blood flowing to an area of the brain is cut off. When brain cells are deprived of oxygen, they begin to die. When cells in the brain die, the abilities controlled by the affected area can be damaged or lost completely. The affect of a stroke depends on where in the brain it occurs, and how much it is damaged. Damage can range from minor problems such as temporary loss of strength in an arm or leg, to major permanent damage that may include paralysis on one side of the body or the ability to speak. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Strokes are the 5th leading cause of death, and is one of the leading causes of adult disability in the United States.

Act FAST! Each year, nearly 800,000 people in the United States experience a stroke. According to The National Stroke Association, quick detection and treatment will more likely lead to a better recovery. FAST is a commonly used acronym to remember the warning signs of stroke. Things to check in a suspected stroke victim:

F – FACE: If you ask the person to smile, does the face droop on one side?

A – ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms; does one of the arms drift downward?

S – SPEECH: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech strange or slurred?

T – TIME: If you observe any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediatelyIf possible, note the time of the first symptom. This information is

important and can affect treatment decisions.Additional symptoms can include:

• Sudden confusion or trouble understanding• Sudden troubled vision in one or both eyes• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination• Sudden severe headache with unknown cause

Preventing a Stroke – What You Can Do: You can help prevent stroke happening to you or others by knowing and reducing controllable risk factors through lifestyle changes and if needed, medication. Learn to recognize the symptoms and signs of a stroke by memorizing FAST. Respond quickly to the first sight of a stroke and you can help save lives.

Stroke Recovery: Many stroke survivors can continue to improve over a long period of time. Recovery involves making changes in social, emotional, and physical aspects of your life. Rehabilitation is about returning to your normal life and living as independently as possible. You must take an active approach to ensure that your quality of life improves, and goes on. With good rehabilitation and care, there is life after a stroke.

For additional resources and information please visit:The National Stroke Association Website http://www.stroke.org/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Stroke http://www.cdc.gov/stroke/index.htm

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