Wildhorse - November 2012 by Peel, Inc.

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Volume IV, Issue XI

Official Publication of the Wildhorse Homeowners Association

SAFETY ALERT All parents and children, please be aware that there may be a predator around our community. There are reports of a man near Krueger ES and Ward MS and all of the surrounding communities (Wildhorse Vista and Hills of Shaenfield). He is described as African American male with braids and is seen wearing a nylon stocking hat. He is in his 30’s but looks late 20’s. He has been seen driving an older dark Mazda with fading on the hood or riding a bike at times close to the middle school around time of dismissal. Be on the lookout. Talk to your kids to take care and make sure that they do not walk alone. If you see this individual, please call the BCSO at (210) 335-6000 or 911.

Wildhorse Adult Holiday Party Saturday, December 1st, 2012 7:30 pm — 10:00 pm Two Step Restaurant and Cantina 9840 West Loop 1604 N (at the Corner of Braun Rd and Loop 1604 in the parking lot of the Braun Pointe Shopping Center) Come out to meet your neighbors and enjoy a reception. Please bring your Wildhorse pool card or Driver’s License for admittance. This event is sponsored by the Wildhorse Social Committee. Please bring a can of food to be donated to the San Antonio Food Bank.

From the Board Farewell to Enrique

The Board of Directors would like to thank Enrique Yanes for his generous service to the Wildhorse community as a director for the past 3 years. Enrique, who was re-elected for a 2 year term at our last Annual Meeting, has had to step down due to new opportunities. During Enrique’s tenure on the board, he has led in establishing Sports Park rules, pool parties administration, front entrance beautification, and has advocated for a parkway second to none. You could also catch Enrique serving his neighbors at many Wildhorse community events. Thank you for your service, Enrique, and we wish you and your family all the best. New Board Member The Board of Directors would like to welcome its newest director, Jennifer Winslow, who will be completing the term of Nathan Lester until March, 2013. Jennifer was highly a motivated applicant to the Board and is already using her energies to improve communication in the community and help the community prosper. We thank you, Jennifer, and look forward to serving with you. Volunteer Salute We would like to welcome all of the new volunteers for several of our committees -- Jason McClure-Chair of Public Works Committee and Suzanne Hill Patrick and Courtney Weber Hanes-Co-Chairs of Social Committee. We would also like to thank Hilda Black-Chair of Recreation Committee and Danny Garcia, Adalberto Ramirez, and David Davila Chairs of Safety and CDC Committees, respectively for their continuing help with our neighborhood. To all those who are helping them plan events and making our community a better place, thank you for all of your efforts. We are building a stronger community together!

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Chris Winnier.......................................................... President Enrique Yanes....................................................Vice President Emmanuel Beauchef..................................... Member at Large Gerardo Gtierrez.......................................... Member at Large Jennifer Winslow.......................................... Member at Large To contact the board, email: board@wildhorsecommunity.com OPEN............................. Communications Committee Chair communication@wildhorsecommunity.com OPEN................................................. Pool Committee Chair pools@wildhorsecommunity.com Jason McClure.......................Public Works Committee Chair publicworks@wildhorsecommunity.com Hilda Black..........................................Recreation Committee recreation@wildhorsecommunity.com Danny Garcia.................................... Safety Committee Chair www.wildhorsecommunity.com Suzanne Patrick & Courtney Hanes.Social Committee Chairs social@wildhorsecommunity.com

Come and join us Saturday, November 10th 2012 at 7:30pm for a free showing of Madagascar 3* at the Sports Park. Please bring your own chairs and blankets while enjoying a movie under the stars with your neighbors. Refreshments will be served from 7:00pm to 7:30pm or while supplies last. Please bring a photo ID or your Wildhorse pool card for admission. This event is sponsored by the Wildhorse Recreation and Social Committees. In the event of rain, the movie will be cancelled. *Movie is subject to change. Please see website for details.

Save the Date for a Morning with Santa

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December 8, 2012 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am Phoenix Children’s Academy, 10014 Wildhorse Parkway

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This is a great opportunity to have your photo taken with Santa. There will be some light refreshments and kids’ activities. We will also be collecting unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots, please bring an unwrapped toy with you to the event. More details regarding signing up for time slots for photos will be sent via email closer to the event. If you have questions please email us at social@wildhorsecommunity.com.

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Best Decorated House for the Holidays Contest The Social Committee is sponsoring a best decorated house contest for the holidays. You may enter your own house or a neighbor’s home into the contest by emailing the address of the house to social@wildhorsecommunity.com. The judging will take place from Sunday, November 25, 2012 through Sunday December 30, 2012. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Judges will be members of the Social Committee who do not have submissions in the contest.

WILDHORSE Greetings Fellow Wildhorse Residents, My name is Jennifer Winslow and I am your newest HOA Board Member. I have lived in San Antonio and Wildhorse for the last 7 years but am originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have been married to my husband, Jim, for 27 years and have a fantastic son who lives in Austin. My husband is a retired Air Force MSgt and this has afforded us the luxury of living and traveling all over this great country of ours. We have even had the opportunity to live abroad a couple of times. When my husband retired a few years ago, we decided to call San Antonio “home”. I currently am a Supervisor in the Accounting Department at Security Service Federal Credit Union. In this role I lead, mentor, and coach a small but dynamic group of employees while ensuring we provide superior service to our membership. During my tenure at SSFCU, I have been an active member of our “Volunteer Corp”. I have been involved in events for such worthwhile causes as United Way, San Antonio Food Bank, American Red Cross, and Habitat for Humanity to name a few. Additionally, while we were

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stationed in Aviano, Italy, I was a Board Member for the “Aviano Community Enlisted Spouses” group. During my three year term on the Board, I held the position of Publicity Chairperson for one of those years. I trust that my professional experience in Business & Finance as well as my current and previous volunteering experiences will aid in my quest to make Wildhorse a truly wonderful community for all residents. Although I am currently only fulfilling a vacated position that will expire in March, I will give 110% while working on behalf of the residents during this short term. When my time expires, I will reflect on what accomplishments/improvements I was able to facilitate and decide at that time whether I will run for re-election. If I feel worthy, I will be asking for your support and vote. If not, I will step aside giving someone else the opportunity to serve our community. Thank you all and I look forward to serving on your Board!

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WILDHORSE 2012 Prepay winners announced For the second year, the Wildhorse Board of Directors authorized an incentive aimed at encouraging homeowners in the community to prepay their 2012 HOA dues. Ten lucky winners received a $50 gift card after having their names drawn at the Board meeting in September. The initiative has encouraged more of your neighbors to enjoy the benefits of having one less bill to worry about. The board would like to wish a special thank you to all those who participated in this initiative and to encourage others to consider prepaying for next year. The 2012 winners included: Peggy & Alfredo Barrios Kelly & Chris Blunda Eugenio & Amanda Espinoza Maria & Heron Tamez Nandella Rao Jaime & Kayra Sandoval Steve & Shawnette Garcia Gloria Pina Reginald & Martha Smith Richard & Maribeth Osgood

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This month we will be discussing the Social Committee. The Social Committee is responsible for putting together fun activities to bring the community together. The Social Committee currently consists of ten members and is being co-chaired by Suzanne Patrick and Courtney Hanes, but there is plenty of room for more! Suzanne has been a member of the community since June of this year but was eager to jump in and become an active member of the community! The length of residency of the other members varies greatly, but they all have the same goals in mind. The most important point we would like to drive home is that this committee is striving to appeal to everyone in the community, residents of any age, with or with children in an effort to bring greater unity to our large and evergrowing community. Some of the events the Social Committee has planned for the near future include a Wildhorse Holiday Party on December 1st, a Morning with Santa on December 8th and Best Decorated House for the Holidays Contest. Details for these events can be found elsewhere in this month’s newsletter. Other event ideas include a stroller walking group and trips to local attractions, or even bringing local experts to the community for workshops such as a representative from the Botanical Gardens to discuss planting and gardening. Planning for 2013 is currently under way. If you have an idea for an event or would like to chair an event please contact the Suzanne or Courtney through the Social Committee email, social@wildhorsecommunitycom. When it comes to a committee where fresh ideas are always needed and welcomed, you can never have too many committee members. Of course, volunteers are always needed and welcomed to help with the events already listed. If this sounds like a committee you’d like to be a part of, please contact Suzanne or Courtney, as co-chairs they are valuable resources to make an event happen. Next Month’s Article: Recreation Committee

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Considering Listing Your Home During the Holidays? There are many good reasons...

With fewer homes for sale there is less competition for buyers. And you may receive more money for your home because you have less competition. Winter shoppers are more serious. You may have fewer actual showings, but those showings are to more qualified and motivated buyers. Buyers have more time to look at homes during the holidays. January is traditionally the biggest transfer month, and you must be on the market to capture that market. When you sell during the winter you have an opportunity to buy during spring, when many homes are on the market. Your home looks great when decorated for the holidays!

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