Lakeway - May 2012 by Peel, Inc.

Volume 4, Issue 5 May 2012

Lakeway Voice - May 2012

“Meet Me at The OASIS!”

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The OASIS on Lake Travis

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ARTICLE INFO The Lakeway Voice is mailed monthly to all Lakeway residents. Residents, community groups, churches, etc. are welcome to include 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. To submit an article for The Lakeway Voice please email it to lakeway@peelinc.com. The deadline is the 15th of the month prior to the issue.

COVER PHOTO

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Do you take great photos? Would you like to see your photo published? We are looking for great cover photos for upcoming issues of the Lakeway Voice. All photos submitted must represent Lakeway. Our deadine for submittals is always the 9th of the month prior to the issue. All photos should be submitted electronically by the deadline date in high resolution (300 dpi) to lakeway@peelinc.com. Portrait (vertical) photos work best. This month's cover photo is of the Lake Travis Moms Group - www.facebook.com/LakeTravisMoms. Pictured from left to right are William Blake, Alison Blake (mom), Sydnee Lauritzen, Dara Lauritzen (mom), Kim Guley (mom), Lyla Guley, Shea Guley. To view other photos submitted please visit www.PEELinc. com/Lakeway, and view any of the past newsletters. By submitting your photo you agree to allow your photo to be published in future issues of the Lakeway Voice or other Peel, Inc. publications.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCY NUMBERS EMERGENCY................................................................911

Fire....................................................................................... 911 Ambulance........................................................................... 911 Police Department...............................................512-314-7590 Sheriff – Non-Emergency.....................................512-974-0845 Travis County ESD No.6/Lake Travis Fire Rescue Administration Office.......................................512-266-2533 Travis County Animal Control.............................512-972-6060

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Lake Travis ISD....................................................512-533-6000 Lake Travis High School.......................................512-533-6100 Lake Travis Middle School...................................512-533-6200 Lake Travis Elementary.........................................512-533-6300 Hudson Bend Middle School...............................512-533-6400 Lake Pointe Elementary........................................512-533-6500 Lakeway Elementary............................................512-533-6350 Serene Hills Elementary.......................................512-533-7400 Bee Cave Elementary............................................512-533-6250

UTILITIES

Travis County WCID # 17...................................512-266-1111 Lakeway MUD....................................................512-261-6222 Hurst Creek MUD...............................................512-261-6281 Austin Energy ......................................................512-322-9100 Pedernales Electric................................................888-554-4732 Texas Gas Service Custom Service..............................................1-800-700-2443 Emergencies......................................................512-370-8609 Call Before You Dig..........................................512-472-2822 AT&T New Service...................................................1-800-464-7928 Repair............................................................1-800-246-8464 Billing............................................................1-800-858-7928 Time Warner Cable Customer Service..............................................512-485-5555 Repairs.............................................................512-485-5080 IESI (Trash & Recycle).........................................512-282-3508 Austin/Travis County Hazardous Waste...............512-974-4343

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Lake Travis Community Library...........................512-263-2885 Lake Travis Postal Office.......................................512-263-2458 Lakeway City Hall................................................512-314-7500 City of Lakeway.......................................... www.lakeway-tx.gov

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Table of Contents The Lakeway Voice is a private publication published by Peel, Inc. It is not sanctioned by any homeowners association or organization, nor is it subject to the approval of any homeowners association or organization, nor is it intended, nor implied to replace any publication that may be published by or on behalf of any homeowners association or organization. At no time will any source be allowed to use the Lakeway Voice 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 newsletter is exclusively for the private use of Peel, Inc.

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Point of Origin Shares the Love with LTlove Bee Cave Police Benevolent Foundation Banquet Free City of Lakeway iPhone Facilities App Available Run for a Purpose City of Lakeway's Personalized QR Code City Proposes Sale of Portions of Rebel and Sailfish Parks Annual Household Waste Collection Event Coming Make Your Way to Lake Travis Community Library in May Susan Combs to Speak at LT Republican Club Meeting Austin Newcomers Club May Luncheon May Events at the Wildflower Center

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The 4th Annual Colin’s Hope Classic golf tournament was held on April 18th at the beautiful Flintrock Falls golf course in Lakeway. This event is always a special one for the Austin-based, non-profit foundation, as it was the very first event that Colin’s Hope hosted after setting out on its mission to raise water safety awareness to prevent childhood drownings. This year as every year since its inception many loyal golfers teed up to spend their day in support of the charity’s mission, kicking off swim season with a great reminder of how to swim safely and enjoy the water this summer!! Today, nearly four years after the founding of Colin’s Hope, many ask about the “success” or “impact” of the foundation. Defining “success” with a vision like that of Colin’s Hope: a world where children do not drown, can be a challenge…when the loss of even one child’s life is too many. However, the impact on our community that Colin’s Hope has had is something that can begin to be measured now, and its accomplishments are many! Colin’s Hope has become the face of drowning prevention in the Austinarea and has made a name for itself in Central Texas, statewide and even nationally. This year the foundation received the Member Agency of the Year award and the Innovative Program of the Year award from Safe Kids Austin for its drowning prevention work. Colin’s Hope also co-chairs the Central Texas Water Safety Coalition Board and holds a place on the Safe Kids Austin Board. The charity’s message that “drowning is preventable” can be found all over our community during swim season, including Reagan billboards, more than 80 Peel, Inc. community newsletters, radio spots and numerous local TV interviews. Colin’s Hope hosts several events that are now well-known and much anticipated, including the Kids’ Triathlon and the Got2Swim open water swim in Lake Austin. These events draw lots of publicity and connect the foundation with its target audience: children, their parents and the swimming community. Olympic swimmers Brendan Hansen, Garrett Weber-Gale and Kathleen Hersey continue to support Colin’s Hope and, together with Nitro Swimming, hosted a Colin’s Hope Got2Swim clinic Copyright © 2012 Peel, Inc.

in January to both raise funds and teach children better ways to swim safely. The foundation’s list of community, statewide and national partners has grown exponentially. Colin’s Hope grows stronger, smarter and more influential through its partnerships with organizations like Schlitterbahn, Pool Safely, Safe Kids, the YMCA, The Expedition School, World Water Park Association and the City of Austin, just to name a few. But there is no better way to see the impact of Colin’s Hope than through its annual Water Safety Walk. In its first year in 2010, Colin’s Hope distributed 5,000 water safety packets containing information on water safety and drowning prevention, including its 7 key water safety tips and a Water Guardian badge. In 2010, 50,000 packets were distributed, and the 2012 Water Safety Walk will reach 75,000 homes! Distribution of the packets has been focused in the zip codes identified as having the highest incidence of drownings in the Austin area, and, since the information was delivered, the number of drowning deaths in many of these areas has DROPPED TO ZERO! Now THAT feels like success…because if even one child is safe and alive today because of its efforts and the impact that Colin’s Hope has made, isn’t that exactly what the foundation set out to do? Fortunately, they get to keep on doing just that…protecting children and keeping them safer in the water…through the support of the golfers, sponsors, prize donors and volunteers who generously donated time, energy and money to make the 4th Annual Colin’s Hope Classic another tremendous success. Prizes were awarded for the top 3 scoring teams, as well as for longest drive, longest putt and closest to the pin, however, the real winners on this day were the children and families Colin’s Hope works to protect! The founders’ son, Colin Holst, drowned in an Austin-area public pool in 2008 at the age of 4. Colin’s Hope was started in his honor and, on tournament day, he was remembered time and again… as everyone agreed it was, as Colin used to say, “the best day ever!” Lakeway Voice - May 2012

Around Lakeway Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery Shari Anderson Photography May 8, 2012 to June 19, 2012 Beginning May 8th through June 19th, the photography by Shari Anderson will be on display at the Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit may be viewed during regular City Hall office hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Art Gallery is located off the lobby of City Hall at 1102 Lohmans Crossing. Anderson lives in Austin Texas. She is the CCE of Capture The Moment Photography and has been photographing since 1995. Anderson has been published in Several Photography annuals. Her work has been on display at the Lakeway City Hall and Austin City Hall “The People’s Gallery”, and the Mexican American Culture Center National Arts Program. She has numerous awards for her outstanding photography. Anderson published her first book in the Heaven’s Gate series.

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Lakeway's Big Band Bash End Be ready on Monday, May 14. Where else can you go out and enjoy dancing and listening to a great big band? The City of Lakeway’s monthly Big Band Bash is the place to be. On the second Monday of each month, from 8 to 10 pm, the Big Band Bash will take place at the Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, telephone. 261-1010. This free monthly event (donations to the band will be encouraged) offers a large dance floor, with both theatre and table seating. Attendees may bring their own refreshments, if desired, as none will be provided. There are no reservations - doors will

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The annual Lakeway Women’s Club Installation Luncheon will be held Monday, May 21st at the Lakeway Resort and Spa in the Vista Ballroom at 9:30am. This is an opportunity to pay membership dues for the coming year and sign up for the Special Interest Groups. There are twenty-five groups including: Book Clubs, Investment Clubs, Gardening and Antique Clubs, Sing-a-Long Chorus, and Rhinestone Cowgirls Dance organization. Also featured are Dinner Club, Knitting/Stitchery, Out and About Ballet/Opera/Symphony, Poetry, Crafts, Cancer Support groups and more! All of these organizations are available to the entire membership. During lunch entertainment will be provided by Mariachi Relampago. In order to make reservations for this beautiful event, mail a $31 check made out to “Women’s Club of Greater Lakeway” and mail to Sherry Bettis, 26 Prestonwood Circle, Lakeway, TX 78734. For more information call 608-9966. NURSERY

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Around Lakeway LAKEWAY LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION - LAKEWAY COUNTRY CLUB

9 HOLERS MARCH 7ST ACE OF THE MONTH (YAUPON) – SANDY WALSH

First Flight 1st Place...................... Cheryl Whaling 2nd Place........................... Vivian Craft 3rd Place .......................... Nancy Wells Second Flight 1st Place ......................... Deane Willis 2nd Place ....................... Becky Lanier 3rd Place.................... Beverly Burmeir Third Flight 1st Place ..................... Margaret Myers 2nd Place .................... Colleen Devere 3rd Place ....................... Nancy Gregor Low Putts: Deane Willis, Vivian Craft, Margaret Myers - 17 Chip-Ins: ................... Deane Willis #9 Birdies:..................... Sandy Walsh - #7 50 and under: .......... Sandy Walsh - 49 55 & Under: Cheryl Whaling – 52, Deane Willis - 53

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First Place: ........ Beverly Wilson, Holly McElroy, Nancy Gregor, Carol Smith Second Place:.Cheryl Whaling, Dorothy Boddeker, Dianne Gorsha, Susan Fieglein Third Place:.Julia Youngblood, Colleen Devere, Becky Lanier, Margaret Myers Submitted by Robin Hargadon, Secretary

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DAR INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS

Pictured L to R: Pat Vanderford, Sue Wright, Patte Wood, Mary Montgomery, Dotty Hord, Helen Cooper, Cynthia Weichsel, Marie McShane, and Gretchen Pachlhofer. A new board of officers was installed at the April meeting of the Lohmann’s Ford Chapter NSDAR at the home of Pat Vanderford, incoming Regent. Other officers installed were Sue Wright, Vice Regent; Patte Wood, Registrar, Dotty Hord, Treasurer, Mary Montgomery, Recording Secretary; Helen Cooper, Corresponding Secretary; Cynthia Weichsel, Chaplain; Marie McShane, Librarian; Jonila McGinley, Historian, and Gretchen Pachlhofer, Curator. Special guests were DAR Good Citizen winner, Kilby Marie Bench, a senior at Lake Travis High School, who was presented with the DAR Good Citizen pin, her mother, Sherice Bench, and Susan Endendyk, counselor

at Lake Travis High School. Ms. Bench will be presented with a certificate and a scholarship at the Lake Travis Year End Awards Ceremony in May. Speaker for the meeting, which followed the installation, was Kevin Topek, permaculture landscaper, of Houston, who spoke on the topic of Permaculture Principles and Implementation, which includes using native plantings and resources in homes and gardens. Topek also gave a hands-on demonstration of pruning trees and shrubs. Following the meeting, the speaker and honored guests were treated to a luncheon at Fore’s Restaurant. Submitted by Sue Wright

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Co-Grand Marshals Take Center Stage for July 4th Celebration By: Shelly Ansbach It’s been said many times that people who enter the priesthood respond to a special “calling.” Yet you seldom hear about a “military calling.” Nevertheless military personnel respond to a higher calling when they pledge to serve their country and preserve the freedoms we all enjoy. Many even make the ultimate sacrifice. And so it is with great pride that I introduce you to our Co-Grand Marshals, Major Shelly Mendieta and her husband Major Michael Mendieta leading Lakeway’s thirty-seventh annual fourth of July Parade and Celebration. Major Shelly Mendieta serves in the Air Force, and is currently attending Air Command and Staff College for Professional Military Education. She will return to an operational F-15E squadron when she finishes her re-qualification class in September. She was also the narrator for the F-15E flight demonstration team based out of Seymour Johnson AFB. She is a native Texan, born in Amarillo. While in high school she was selected for a USAF ROTC scholarship and enrolled in UT-Austin. She was 22 yrs old when she graduated college with a bachelor’s in biology and was commissioned as a 2nd Lt in the Air Force. When asked why she chose a career in the military, she replied, “It was something I needed to do to give back. Also, during my first year in college, the military opened up combat aircraft to women and that’s when I decided to try to fly. I love what I do, I love the mission.” As an F-15E Weapons Systems Officer (WSO) Instructor with two combat deployments to Operation Iraqi Freedom, she also completed instructor tours at the F-15E Flight Training Unit and Joint Undergraduate Navigator Training, Senior Air Force Officer, and F-15E Demonstration Team. “A Weapon Systems Officer manages all sensors, guides the weapons to the target, working with people on the ground and the Joint Terminal Air Controller, in support of the ground forces,” she explained. She completed 92 combat missions in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Her husband Maj. Michael Mendieta was born in Fort Belvoir, VA, where his father, Lt. Col USA, retired, was stationed. The family moved back to Texas when his father retired in 1973. Maj. Copyright © 2012 Peel, Inc.

Mendieta graduated from Crockett High School and enlisted in the Marines, shortly after his 18th birthday in 1988. In1989. Mendieta was assigned to 6th Marines Regiment at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and made three deployments in support of contingency operations in the Republic of Panama from 1989 to 1990. In November of 1990 Mendieta was assigned to 1st Battalion, 6th Marines and participated in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. In the fall of 1995 then Staff Sgt. Mendieta was selected for the Marine Enlisted Commissioning Program ( MECP), and graduated from U.T. with a bachelor’s in history. While at U.T.-Austin , he met his future wife to-be-,Shelly. “We’ve been together for 15-years, and coincidentally, we will be celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary on July 6 in Austin with friends and family,” he said. Maj. Mendieta presently serves as Air Officer for the Special Operations Task Force-82 which will deploy to Afghanistan later this year.

“We are part of the 2D Marine Special Operations Battalion which falls under the Marine Special Operations Command (the Marine component of Special Operations Command). We have roughly the same mission as US Army Special Forces or the Navy SEAL’s—we are training the Afghanistan Military,” he explained. “I am also the Senior Forward Air Controller (JTAC) and air planner as well for the Battalion. “This is my second FAC/Air Officer tour. The first was with 3D Battalion, 8th Marines in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006.” Maj. Mendieta completed USMC Command and Staff Course last May, and was promoted to Major in October 2009. He has a total of 1409 flight hours with 596 hours in the EA-6B Prowler. Prowler squadrons are expeditionary so we are strictly land-based”, he said. “Prior to Operation Desert Storm, I served 7 months in Panama participating in contingency operations for Joint Task Force -Bravo, where I also attended the Jungle Operations CounterInsurgency course at Fort Sherman in l989. I served in Somalia in 1993 with the Reconnaissance Platoon for the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit/ Special Operations Capable”. Capt. Mendieta deployed to Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 as a Forward Air Controller in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. At the completion of his deployment he was assigned to Naval Air Station Pensacola as a flight instructor withTraining Squadron Eight-Six (VT-86). Maj. Mendieta said he chose the Marines because “he never saw himself as an Air Force kinda of guy.” He enjoys ground reconnaissance and jumping out of airplanes. The Marines impressed me,-first to fight.” By the time Mgt. Mendieta’s tour of duty comes to an end with MARSOC, (Marines Special Operations Command) he will have served 27 years time in service. When asked about what effect their military careers have had on their marriage, both responded positively: “We’ve been relatively lucky with colocations. I think time apart makes us appreciate each other more. We have done very well over the years by spending a lot of money on plane tickets and gasoline. We rarely miss holidays.” Be sure to come out and meet both Co-Grand Marshals. They look forward to meeting everyone. Lakeway Voice - May 2012

School News Lake Travis High School Football

Spring Scrimmage and Jamboree On May 25th at the LTHS Track Stadium the public can get their first glance for what is in store this Fall as the 5 time state champion’s returning players will be on the field for the scrimmage practice drills. Never before in the history of the state of Texas has a high school football team won 5 straight championships. Come out for an evening of family fun to what has become a hugely popular springtime event for the Lake Travis community as the Varsity, Junior Varsity and Freshmen teams take the field showcasing their talents. There will be something for everyone at this year’s Jamboree. In addition to supporting the teams, the evening’s festivities will include a Punt, Pass and Kick competition for grades k – 6 with prizes for each grade level. Several area restaurants will be on hand giving out free samples for the Taste of Lakeway event. There will be performances by the Lake Travis Cheer Squad and the Lake Travis Cavalettes. A Silent Auction will have a table full of great prizes. A chance to Coach the Cavs, calling plays with Coach Carter, during the Varsity scrimmage, and Cavalier merchandise will be available. The Varsity team will host an autograph session for those interested in purchasing material to have signed. There will be 10 drawings throughout the evening for a chance at $100.00 and one final drawing will be for the $1000.00

grand prize. Purchase chance tickets from a football parent or the night of the event. The Jamboree starts at 5 PM with early registration for the Punt, Pass and Kick competition beginning at 4:30 at the entry gate to stadium. Admission is $5.00 for

ages kindergarten and older. Proceeds benefit the Lake Travis Football Booster Club. For more information visit the football website at laketravisfootball.com. Questions contact Lori Crutcher at loricrutcher@austin.rr.com.

May 25 5 p.m. LTHS Track Stadium

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Summertime Sensations 2012 Lilliput Camps

2.5 – 5 Years, M – F , 9a – 2p Lilliput Camps allow young people to thrive in a small class. Our themes are diverse and open ended, allowing children to explore and expand their thoughts and ideas. Sensational Exploration June 4 – 8 Color My World June 11 – 15 Cooking Up a Story June 18 – 22 Three, Two, One, Blast Off! June 25 – 29 Sweet Summertime July 2 – 6 (no camp July 4) Fizzle, Bubble, Pop and Wow! July 9 – 13 Ready, Set, Recycle July 16 – 20 Wonderful Water Works July 23 – 27 Digging Down Deep July 30 – August 3

Classes Mommy and Me 2 - 4 Years Little Absolutely Art 3 - 3:45p, Mondays, 6/4 - 6/25 and 7/9 - 8/1 Little Kinder Cooks 4 - 4:45p, Mondays, 6/4 - 6/25 and 7/9 - 8/1 Just Kids 7 - 14 Years The Summertime Supper Club Wednesdays, 3 - 5pm

Genre Camps

6-11 Years, M-F, 9a – 4p Genre Camps allow older children to fully explore a subject that intrigues them. Camp guides are experts in their field, allowing for in depth discussions of the area and a focus on developing proficient skills that children will be able to utilize after camp.

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Sports News Next Gen Baseball Academy 10U Rangers went undefeated taking first place at the Austin Select Baseball Hammrin Hank Classic in San Marcos on April 15 th , 2012. The outstanding tournament effort of the Rangers featured a perfect game by pitcher Ryan Orr en route to a no-hit, complete game shut out by pitcher RJ Cabela in the championship game late Sunday night. The team went undefeated bringing in 44 runs over the weekend. In the championship game, they defeated the Cookies E-Train club from New Braunfels 13-3.

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Back Row: Assistant Coach Jordon Pellien and Head Coach Jerry Taylor. Middle Row: RJ Cabela, Zach Tjelmeland, Nicolas Austin, Cutter Duckett, Matt Gustafson, and Hunter Northrup. Front Row: Curtis Cox, Ryan Orr, Donny Qualters, Riley McIntyre, and Colby Shelton.

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LOOKING FOR TENNIS?

If you are looking for opportunity to play tennis, consider joining the Lakeway Tennis Tigers on the City’s Live Oak Courts that are located on Lakeway Drive, next to the golf driving range. To “join”, just show up at 8:30 a.m. with a tennis racquet on any Saturday morning. There is no requirement for membership in any other organization, and there is no cost, but there is a lot of fun. This is social co-ed tennis, so don’t expect heated competition. It is best suited for adults with at least basic tennis skills. There usually are a few ringers, but they get to be partners of someone who isn’t so advanced. The Live Oak Tennis Courts are maintained

by the City of Lakeway for residents and guests. The courts are reserved for organized play for all interested players between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Saturdays. The current City volunteer organizing the Saturday play is Fred Newton. When he is not there, one of the other regulars handle the organization. At other times during the week, the courts are available on a first come, first served basis, or a court may be reserved for a small fee at the Lakeway Activity Center. Don’t let “organization” be confused with formality. The Saturday morning organization is just a means of getting everyone on court. This is done by various rotation schemes when there are more people than court space or if

there is an odd number of players. At 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., a whistle is blown and players are rotated. This provides opportunities to meet other players. At 10 a.m., play ceases. Players go to the Signature Café in Randalls where they are joined by non-playing spouses, friends, and players who couldn’t get up early enough to play. This provides an opportunity to brag on how good the play was, give excuses, or discuss topics of the day. Most of the players are in foursomes during the week and look to this gathering to arrange substitutions or set up matches. Call Fred Newton at 261-3066 for more information.

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Point of Origin Shares the Love with LTlov Submitted by Ciara Bearden Gift boutique Point of Origin hosted a fundraiser called “Shop, Laugh, Love” for Lake Travis Labor of Love on Thursday, March 22, raising $730 for the local non-profit organization. Guests enjoyed a fun evening of shopping, cocktails, door prizes and gourmet tastings. Point of Origin donated a percentage of the evening’s purchases to LTlov, whose philanthropic efforts support numerous local projects and organizations each year. “We’ve seen how LTlov touches lives right here in our community, from filling the shelves of our food pantry to providing pajamas to children in local shelters, and we were delighted to partner with them for this fun event,” said Jaime Bush, owner of Point of Origin. She added, “I was

especially moved by the group’s generosity of time and money towards the Lake Travis Lunch Truck that provides lunches to school children during the summer months.” LTlov’s mission is to identify local needs, inspire community involvement, and distribute contributions through projects that assist and empower families in the Lake Travis area. LTlov is a proud supporter of Lake Travis Fire and Rescue, Dream a Dream Therapeutic Horsemanship, Spicewood Helping Hands, the Lake Travis Lunch Truck, and many more. Point of Origin is a locally-owned gift boutique located at 620 and Lohmans Spur that features unique gifts, jewelry, apparel, personalized items and home décor. Point of Origin has been a favorite in Lakeway for 19 years.

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LAKEWAY NEIGHBORS SUPPORTING

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Bee Cave Police Benevolent Foundation Banquet Honoring those that honor us with their service.

Come join us as we honor those in the Bee Cave Police Department that honor us with their service to our community. Where: Star Hill Ranch, 15,000 Hamilton Pool Road, Bee Cave, Texas 78738 When: Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Cost: $100 per person Contact: Teresa Breuggeman at (512) 925-9139 or by email info@bcpbf.org Included: dinner, cocktails, awards ceremony, silent auction and a special musical guest Sponsorship Information: Sponsorships are available ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. All named sponsors receive a table for eight (8) guests along with other name recognition. This event is the first to be organized by the newly formed Bee Cave Police Benevolent Foundation. All proceeds raised will benefit the Foundation whose mission it is to provide financial assistance and benefit to Bee Cave Police Department and other area public safety employees and their families; and to support community and law enforcement initiatives, memorials, scholarships, and educational programs.

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Government should not have a blank check to fund out-of-control spending, a popular mindset with the politicians on the Commissioners’ Court. Meanwhile, they ignore the basic services and infrastructure that county government exists to provide to the citizens. Had enough? Let’s bring back honest, straightforward leadership!

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Stop the out-of-control government spending, cut waste and inefficiency and see that the taxes are kept at the lowest possible levels Complete Texas 45 SW that would connect FM 1626 in Hays County with MoPac in Austin, a project approved by voters 15 years ago. Reinstitute a business-friendly environment where county government is a partner, not a hindrance, in the effort to create jobs. Develop reasonable and equitable solutions to meet the growing demands on our drinking water supply and our lakes, from where so much of our economy is derived. Utilize the more than $50 million in park land purchased by the county to develop much needed youth athletic facilities in western Travis County.

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News You Can Use Free City of Lakeway iPhone Facilities application now available!

2012 Summer Camps Boys Basketball June 4-8 contact: 512-313-4504

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No more searching online or driving aimlessly around town to find a park or community facility. Residents and Lakeway visitors can now search for facilities right from their phone or go directly to the Facilities Finder page on City of Lakeway website. Residents can locate city facilities, parks, and specific amenities in Lakeway. The application allows residents to view contact information, facility details and hours and links to Google Maps to view the area and directions. The city updates the information about the facilities so it’s accurate and helpful. (This app offers the ability to reserve facilities but it is presently turned off.) HOW DOES IT WORK? • Download and Access the free iPhone app (see attached instructions for details) • Select Lakeway as the city • Choose Search in the bottom bar • Type in keyword (optional) • Choose Type filters (optional) • Choose Amenities filters (optional) • Choose Find • Choose List to see a list of results Coming soon … the CivicPlus Resources iPhone App and CivicPlus Request Tracker iPhone App!

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PERSONAL CLASSIFIEDS WANTED: I am looking for someone to come to teach 2 children - 2 1/2 yr old and 3 yr old to swim. Dates and times are open but we would want them taught at our pool here in Lakeway. Certified instructors would be great but not required! All inquiries can email kylieclayborne@yahoo.com or call #512-799-8258.

We will soon be adding our personalized QR code to press releases, posters, flyers, and brochures; when scanned, users will be quickly linked to the City of Lakeway website. All City of Lakeway park kiosks and public facilities now have the attached flyer posted for the public to scan. TRY SCANNING OUR QR CODE TO SEE HOW IT WORKS

If you have a smartphone, you can download a free QR reader app or barcode scanner app. The scanner takes just a few minutes to download and there are plenty of free ones (RedLaser is the one I use, it scans UPC labels too). Once you have it installed, try scanning our QR code attached and see what happens!

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City Proposes Sale of Portions of Rebel and Sailfish Parks The City of Lakeway has been approached by the owners of certain lots adjacent to Rebel Cove and Sailfish Cove (parts of Rebel Park and Sailfish Park respectively) to purchase the portion of each cove that is normally under water and adjacent to their property. Since the city’s property in each cove is dedicated public parkland, the proposed sale is subject to the approval of the City Council and approval of the voters in the May election. The property owners would like to have the ability to install and maintain private boat docks like many of the other owners of lakefront lots. However, that is almost impossible because much of the coves is city parkland, and private boat docks are not allowed on (or floating over) parkland. To address this situation, they propose to purchase the portion of the park within their respective coves and add it to their lots, thereby extending their lots to the middle of the cove. The City Council has approved selling Rebel Cove, subject to voter approval. The City Council has not yet approved selling Sailfish Cove. Propositions that would authorize the city to sell the coves will be included on the ballot for the city’s election on May 12, 2012.

Annual Household Waste Collection Event Coming

Save the Date of May 19, 2012, 8:00 a.m. to Noon to drop off your products know as household hazardous waste. We all know that no “hazardous” waste is accepted but that products that can become environmentally bad for our water sources when thrown into any landfill are called “hazardous.” These products that are left over in your home can include items such as pool chemicals, paint products, oil, oil filters, car batteries and pesticides. We want to keep these hazardous products out of our landfills. Again this year, document shredding will be provided to residents allowing two standard sized file boxes of documents clear of paper clips or other metal objects. Watch your April statement for a flyer regarding what to bring and what not to bring. Event to be held at the Hudson Bend Middle School, May 19, 8:00 a.m. to Noon. Don’t miss this opportunity to rid your home of old products that should not be placed in normal weekly trash. Fluoride Note: WCID 17 fluoridates drinking water to the level recommended by the American Dental Association of 0.7milligrams per liter (parts per million). Because of their high fluid intake relative to body weight, infants consistently consuming formula mixed with tap water may possibly ingest fluoride above the recommended levels. The Center for Disease Control recommends that infant formula be prepared with distilled or de-mineralized water. Parents are encouraged to speak with their pediatrician about the type of water appropriate for the formula they are using.

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Lake Travis Community Library offers many special programs in May! Do you have a high school student who is preparing for college? Are you ready for Mother’s Day? Perhaps you know a youngster with a teddy bear or doll who wants to visit the library. Do you know how to use our digital library to borrow free eBooks and downloadable audiobooks? Are you interested in learning about your family history? It all happens at the library! • Attend a College Planning workshop at the library on Tuesday, May 8th from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Learn what it takes to find the right college fit for your student, at the lowest cost! Get the inside scoop on how to beat today’s college costs, what colleges are looking for, and three simple rules for college admissions. RSVP to College InRoads at (512) 200-3626. • Hey kids, do you want to make your mother a special card for Mother’s Day? If so, stop by the library on May 12th from 12 to 3 p.m. and we’ll have everything you could ever need to create a homemade card! Let’s do something special for your mom! • Does your child have a favorite stuffed animal or teddy bar? Bring your favorite furry friend or doll to the library for PJ Story Time on Tuesday, May 15th at 6:15 p.m. (or anytime that day), then tuck them in and say good night! Pick up your friend between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. the next day and find out about their wild night at the library. • Download eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video anytime, anywhere - for free! You can access the LTCL’s Digital Library to download media to a PC, Mac, and most mobile devices. At the end of the lending period your media checkouts expire so there are no late fees - ever! For an introduction to the Digital Library or help troubleshooting with your device, come to the library on Tuesday, May 22nd at 7 p.m. • Musicians get together to jam … Why not genealogists? Join us to tackle a challenge, ask a question, work on a project, enjoy refreshments, and visit. All are welcome to attend this Genealogy Jam Session - beginners, the experienced, and the “just curious” - on Thursday, May 24th at 6 p.m. As always, please contact the library for more information about any of these events at (512) 263-2885 or www.laketravislibrary.org. We look forward to seeing you at the library! Submitted by Lake Travis Community Library Director Morgan McMillian Copyright © 2012 Peel, Inc.

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Susan Combs to Speak at Lake Travis Republican Club Meeting

Texas Comptroller Susan Combs will be the featured speaker at the monthly meeting of the Lake Travis Republican Club to be held Tuesday, May 15 at the Hills Country Club, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Susan Combs was elected Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in November 2006 and immediately set an innovative course of action to transform state government and prepare Texas for the future beginning her first day in office on Jan. 1, 2007. As Comptroller, Susan is the state’s chief financial officer. She manages the state’s treasury operations, monitors Texas’ fiscal health, guides legislative decision makers by estimating state revenues and ensures state taxes are collected fairly and efficiently to fund vital programs and services for the people of Texas. But her focus does not end there. With a belief that government must be fully accountable to the people it serves, Susan has spearheaded unprecedented efforts to

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give taxpayers a transparent look at how their dollars are spent. She posted the expenses of the Comptroller’s office online her fourth day on the job and took transparency in government spending to new heights by launching the Where the Money Goes Web site. Considered a model by many other states and open government advocates, the site features a virtual check register the gives the public online access to detailed and up-to-date expenditure information for all state entities. Susan is committed to efficient government. Under her direction, the Comptroller’s office has set a standard of excellence and efficiency in customer service. Direct customer feedback guides improvements at every level, from an ongoing effort to simplify forms and publications to the award-winning redesign of the agency’s Web site to ensure citizens have the fastest access to the information they need. Prior to being elected to her current position, Susan held numerous important positions,

starting with serving as an assistant district attorney in Dallas, where her performance as a tough prosecutor of child abuse cases earned her widespread respect. She then served two terms in the Texas House of Representatives, where she sponsored and passed the state’s landmark property rights legislation and authored legislation on tort reform vital to the business community. Following this, Texans elected Susan in back-toback elections in 1998 and 2002 to serve as the state’s first woman Agriculture Commissioner. Susan was born in San Antonio and is a 4th generation Texan with a ranch in Brewster County owned by her great-grandfather more than a century ago. She lives in Austin with her husband, Joe, and is the proud mother of three sons. Tickets for the meeting are available for $15.00 for members, and $20.00 for guests. Reservations can be obtained by calling 512-261-0722, or by email at warmuthb@swbell.net. Lunch buffet will be served.

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News You Can Use Austin Newcomers Club May Luncheon Folks who have been in Austin for a while are familiar with Sue Patrick’s clothing emporium. She has been in the clothing business in Austin for 37 years and at her current location, 5222 Burnet Road, for the past 13 years. The store is not like any other in Austin. The merchandise includes everything from UT T-shirts to formal wear. Sue specializes in Vera Bradley and Brighton Collection handbags and carries some wonderful clothing lines including FDJ Jeans, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, Foxcroft shirts and Joseph Ribkoff.In addition to great clothing lines, you will find special candles and home fragrances and University of Texas clothing and memorabilia. This is a very popular event, so be sure to make your reservations early.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at Green Pastures Restaurant, 811 West Live Oak Street, pre-payment $20.00 Reservations are required. 11:30 a.m. socializing, Luncheon begins at noon. For Luncheon Reservations: Email: LuncheonDirector@ AustinNewcomers.com

Austin Newcomers Club is a non-profit social and recreational organization dedicated to introducing residents to the Austin Community and giving them the opportunity to meet and make new friends. To Join Austin Newcomers Club: Any person who has a zip code beginning with 787 is eligible for a new membership with the annual dues payment of $40.00, membership includes The Welcome Mat, the monthly newsletter, and the annual Members’ Directory. Contact Dotti Thoms, New Member Services, at (512) 314-5100. You are invited to attend a morning or evening Welcome Coffee and Orientation. For more information visit the website at: www.AustinNewcomers.com

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Monday, May 7 through Sunday, May 13 Celebrate National Wildflower Week at the McDermott Learning Center with a display of incredible wildflower photography. Extended hours—5:30 to 8:30 p.m. -- on Tuesday, May 8, and Thursday, May 10 GARDENS ON TOUR Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Five exquisite public gardens plus the Wildflower Center for $25. Sign up at www.wildflower.org

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Saturday, May 19, 1:30 p.m. A superb collection of Texas trees, including the Hall of Texas Heroes, on 16 acres. MEMORIAL DAY Monday, May 28 Center is open. Sidewalk Sale at the Store

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Business Section

Nine Business Networking Groups in the Area

Are you looking to grow your business in 2012? If so, you might be interested in a few of the business networking groups in the area. These are a few to choose from: STEINER RANCH REFERRALS BNI GROUP Meetings are on Tuesday mornings from 8:00am to 9:30am at Hill Country Pasta House. Visitors are welcome! If you are interested please contact Elicia Rudberg at eliciarudberg@gmail.com for more information or visit www.BNIAustin.com. FOUR POINTS BNI Meetings are on Wednesday at lunch from 11:30am to 1:00pm at the River Place Country Club. Visitors are welcome! If you are interested please contact Kelly Troy at kelly@troyinsgroup.com or visit www.BNIAustin.com. FOUR POINTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Four Points Chamber of Commerce provides networking opportunities at social gatherings, luncheons with guest speakers and activities. The Chamber brings businesses together along highway 620 from Hudson Bend to Anderson Mill and Ranch Road 2222 from Jester to Volente. Four Points Chamber supports business growth in the community where we live, work and play. In less than 6 months Four Points Chamber of Commerce exceeded its first year membership goals and continues to grow! For information about participating in upcoming events or membership benefits visit www.fourpointschamber. com or call (512) 551-0390. Membership inquiries may also be sent directly to membership@FourPointsChamber.com. A BUSINESS REFERRAL GROUP MADE FUN! Networking Northwest Austin is expanding its member base of businesses in our area. We believe in business by referrals and having a limited member base. We have a caring, positive, involved group of people who wish to build their businesses using the strength business referrals. No fees. Business education and speakers. Networking Northwest Austin meets on the second and fourth Mondays at 11:30 at Red Robin on 183. Visit http://www.meetup.com/NetWorkingNorthWest-Austin/ YOUR LOCAL CITY Steiner Ranch has a new business networking group. Your Local City is a positive, membership based, business networking organization with 17 groups meeting all over the Austin area. The Steiner Ranch group meets every Friday at 8:00 am at Lakeside Pizza

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and Grill located in the Shops at Steiner Ranch at Steiner Ranch Blvd. and Quinlan. Come join us to grow your business. LAKEWAY NETWORKING GROUP (LNI) Lakeway Networking Group (LNI) meets every Wednesday at Santa Catarina located at 1310 RR 620 south in Lakeway. Visitors are welcome please RSVP to our membership chair: Kelly Connor 512-736-2495 or email kellyconnor@austin.rr.com to find out time and more information on the group. Please feel free to visit our web site www.lakewaynetworking.com STEINER RANCH MARKETERS Your boss thinks what you do is voodoo, your spouse thinks your work reflects the latest Mad Men episode, and your kids fear following in your footsteps; growing up to work a cube (unless you are lucky and work from home - then you work on the computer). Fear not! We can find solace in one another. We're a friendly bunch by trade and we excel at networking by nature so why aren't we?! Join us for a respite from the daily grind and a chance to get to know other marketers in Steiner Ranch: meetup.com/Steiner-Ranch-Marketers Quetions? paul@seobrien.com. A+ REFERRALS BY THE LAKE BNI (LAKEWAY) BNI is a professional business networking group that helps you build a team of partners to market your business. Come join us on Wednesday mornings from 8:30-10:30 at Mandola's in the Shops at the Galleria Breakfast is $10 and visitors are welcome. Please feel free to contact Sheryl Baker at sherylssendoutcards@ gmail.com or visit www.BNIaustin.com for more information. HILL COUNTRY NETWORKING Hill Country Networking is a professional single-source networking group located in the Lake Travis area of Austin Texas. Our members are enthusiastic and dedicated individuals representing a diverse range of businesses all across the Greater Austin metroplex. Our Mission is to build strong personal relationships that drive referrals resulting in real business transactions. This website is a great tool to keep our members and visitors abreast of the success being created with the Hill Country Networking group. If you are looking to grow your business in the Austin area, we encourage you to contact us and/or come to one of our meetings as a guest. We are excited to be here and look forward to helping you build your business.

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