Bee Cave - September 2013 by Peel, Inc.

VOLUME 4, ISSUE 9

SEPTEMBER 2013

NEWSLETTER FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE BEE CAVE AREA

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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

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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 Austin/Travis County Hazardous Waste...............512-974-4343

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Bee Cave City Hall...............................................512-767-6600 Bee Cave Library..................................................512-767-6620 Municipal Court..................................................512-767-6630 Lake Travis Postal Office.......................................512-263-2458 City of Bee Cave....................................www.beecavetexas.com

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MICRO-MARATHON/ FUN RUN AND WALK SLATED FOR SEPT. 22 AT HILL COUNTRY GALLERIA Cheyanna’s Champions4Children Foundation Created to inspire Children with rare or undiagnosed conditions

Cheyanna’s Champions4Children Foundation will host its 2nd annual 2.62 mile micro-marathon fundraiser on Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. at the Hill Country Galleria. The event will recognize the ten children currently in the program and raise funds to support them and their families as they are navigating difficult times. “We are thrilled to be able to help these children and their families by inspiring them with our efforts,” said Talaya Frazier, founder of Cheyanna’s Champions4Children. “We will have ten “cheer” stations -- one for each of the children. There will be a raffle and goodie bags for all of the finishers.” The mission of the organization is to bring hope, help and inspiration to families of children suffering from rare or undiagnosed medical conditions. This charity matches high profile athletes as well as athletic teams with children who become their teammate and “honorary member.” These athletes race, practice and dedicate their season to this child of cc4c. This interaction provides the child with inspiring events to look forward to other than countless medical visits and the ability to attend and participate in team gatherings that would otherwise be impossible. This empowers the child to have vision of his/her recovery finish line as well as provides the athlete a reason BEYOND themselves to compete. These children would never have the opportunity to be part of such team and this partnership allows the dream to come true. Ms. Frazier was inspired to start this foundation after a three year struggle to find an answer to her youngest daughter’s failure to thrive condition. This led to her running to save her daughter’s life and in turn lead to seven consecutive Boston marathons and the USA Half Ironman World Championship. The foundation is named in her daughter’s honor, Cheyanna who is now thriving.

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Lake Travis Talent

HANNAH D”HERDE

We first learned of Hannah’s singing talent at an open mic night we attended in our community in Arizona. Hannah was only 10 years old. She wowed us and the crowd. Soon after, she was asked to sing The National Anthem to kick of the 4th of July events for over 300 people. After moving from Arizona to Texas, Hannah started taking guitar lessons at age 11 from The Musicians Woodshed. It wasn’t long after she started that they realized she also had a singing voice. The last year and a half ,Hannah now 12, has grown so much musically. She has written several songs with more in the works, which are in the process of being recorded. She has performed at Woodshed Live, Woodshed Teen night, The Longhorn Village, a couple of carnivals, Progress Coffee in Lakeway, and The Nutty Brown Cafe. She has also done wedding receptions and is available for private parties. She won the Lake Travis Middle school talent show with her original song titled, “War” and came in second place in the Hill Country Golf and Guitar original song contest where she was competing against professional musicians. Hannah is an exceptional talent at such a young age to be able to sing, play the guitar, and write good music. She is a hard worker and is very passionate about her music. We are very proud of her and look forward to what comes next for our Hannah.

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LAKE TRAVIS CELEBRITIES POLISH DANCING SHOES FOR THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND LAKE TRAVIS COMMUNITY LIBRARY

It’s almost “Lights, Camera…ACTION!” Travis Education Foundation. She is very for the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce excited and proud to be supporting another gala fundraising event – the fourth annual great cause for the gorgeous Lake Travis area! Dancing with the Stars. The beautiful These celebrities join Casey Dennis, Starlight Terrace Ballroom at The OASIS Lead Wedding Coordinator with DNA is once again the venue for this year’s Events, and Go Dance professional, Darren competition, which will be held on Sunday, Paul. Casey says “this experience has been October 6th at 6:00pm. As in years past, Lake Travis “Stars”, along with challenging and fun, Darren has been a joy to train with and his passion their professional partners, will face off on the dance floor and compete for dance is infectious!” for the coveted mirror ball trophy. Sherry Ellenbogen of Realty Austin will step into the spotlight with The last three years this event was coordinated by the Library as a professional partner AugieGutierrez from Uptown Dance Studio. World mechanism to raise funds for their new building. The leadership of the of Tennis fitness instructor, Laura Battle, shines up her shoes to dance Library and Chamber collaborated and determined this was a volunteer with Jim Jordan, Mortgage Loan Originator with Fairway Independent intensive event in need of additional support. The two entities established Mortgage. Twinkle Toes, Devin Monk, Communications Coordinator an agreement for the Chamber to coordinate the efforts of the event and for the City of Lakeway, and professional partner Maranda Lampe will the Library to always be a permanent benefactor and receive 20% net bring their best for the competition. Maranda choreographed one of last proceeds. year’s Dancing with the Austin Stars couple. Maranda is currently a core Supporting Sponsor, Go Dance Studio, will join our local celebrities company member with performance group Crash Alchemy. Go Dance and bring the community a night full of entertainment! The dance studio professional, James Heath, will dance with Susan Zbranek, Director of will be opening a new location in Lakeway. Marketing atCapital Title. Returning champs, Kristin Holt with Zbranek This year, Kimberly Brents, the Principal at Lake Travis High School, & Holt Custom Homes, along with Randy Fergusonwill defend their will dance with professional dancer, Matt Stewart from Go Dance Studio. coveted title with a dazzling performance! Both are looking forward to taking 1st place this year in Dancing with Generous support of this event help to further develop the programs and the Stars.Also competing this year is Mike Meyer, president of Central events the Chamber and Lake Travis Library host and makes a valuable Texas for Prosperity Bank and partner Theresa Lingren. Mike, the son investment into our community’s future. It also allows the Chamber to of Waltermore and Bernadine, has dancing in his blood based upon his meet its mission by promoting sound economic growth, assisting members father’s reputation for smooth, effortless moves on the dance floor. Mike with business development and creating awareness related to the unique is excited to perform with his professional instructor, Theresa Lingren. characteristics of the South Lake Travis community. Tables are now Theresa lives in Lakeway with husband Scott and boasts significant available and can be purchased at www.LakeTravisChamber.com. This experience in musical theatre and dance. event WILL SELL OUT! For more information on this must-see event This exciting event is lucky to have Sherrie L. Colca dancing with partner and to register online, visit LakeTravisChamber.com. Click on the event Gavin West. She and boyfriend, Haythem Dawlett, enjoy supporting calendar for details. Questions about the event may be directed to the Lake Firstname Lastname Beltran charities not only in the Lake Travis area, but Chris throughout the Austin area Travis Chamber of Commerce office via email at info@laketravischamber. such as LT Love, World for Children, LakewayMortgage Police Association and Lake com or (512) 263-5833. Title1 Market Manager SM

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Building Healthy Smiles for Happy Children!

Girl Scout Troop 2103 Submitted by Rebecca Selman Local Lakeway Girl Scout Troop 2103 collected toys at the Lake Hills service unit spring camp out this past May 2013. These toys were donated to Battle for a Cure. These generous girls are inspired by their fellow girl scout sister, Torrence Spence, who is in her 8th year battling a brain tumor. Included in the picture are the members of Troop 2103: Audrey Selman, Alexa Godwin, Brooke Hart, Allie Dismore, Olivia Autry, Peyton DeMarco, Emily Mayer, Annabelle Goodier, Liliana Mechure, Torrence Spence and Claire Denton (not pictured). Also pictured is the founder and president of Battle For a Cure, Amanda Harbin-Bartlett. For more information about Battle for a Cure please visit: www. battle4acure.org. For more information on how to help Torrence fight her battle please visit: www.cancercankissoff.com.

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A MAGICAL EVENING AT THE LEAGUE KITCHEN & TAVERN

By Joe Vasquez On July 1st, Harry Anderson and Turk Pipkin celebrated their 60th birthdays at The League Kitchen & Tavern in Lakeway. Harry, best known for his role as the judge in the hit sitcom, Night Court, ditched his black robe that evening to perform his magic act that combined illusions and comedy. It was truly a magical performance that brought laughter to all the guests that night. Turk Pipkin who played co-host for the evening also showcased his comedic chops alongside Harry. And as the cofounder of The Nobelity Project, he and wife Christy, were a reminder on what the evening was truly about. The $250.00 ticket for the Big 6-0 Dinner with Harry and Turk sold out days before the event, which raised a total of $15,000 for Nobelity’s Kenya Schools Fund. With the funds raised, a muchneeded classroom for kids in Kenya will now become a reality. The evening began with a cocktail hour featuring an original concoction by The League’s award-winning mixologist Brandon Turner. It was followed by a delectable five-course wine dinner prepared by The League’s young and energetic executive chef, Devan Gernert, who’s becoming well-known for his creative dish concepts such as the evening’s 2nd course, which featured Foie Gras PBJ. Each of the courses Chef Gernert showed why he is one of the hottest chefs in town. At 28 years old, his kitchen experience has already included working at popular celebrity hangout Nobu in Dallas and as a sous chef to celebrity chef, David Bull of Congress in Austin. The evening’s attendees included Irish actor Gareth Maguire, husband of Dixie Chicks member Martie Maguire, and Stu Cook, bassist for the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band, Creedence Clearwater Revival, among other philanthropists and foodies.

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Sports Lake Travis Youth Association Summer Softball Success

Get out and golf for the good of others! The 3rd Annual Emmaus Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Flintrock Falls Golf Course. In addition to supporting the parish and its 50+ growing ministries, this year’s event will support Lake Travis Crisis Ministries, an all-volunteer, ecumenical, Christian outreach mission that provides food, love, prayer, financial assistance, and encouragement to those in crisis in the Lake Travis area. Last year, Lake Travis Crisis Ministries provided $175,000 in assistance to our neighbors in need, which included food and financial assistance for more than 6,000 individuals. Your support of this tournament will make an important impact on the work that LTCM can do. Sponsorships with marketing and participation benefits now available. Visit www.emmauslakeway.com/golf for details and to sign up. For more information, email events@emmauslakeway.com or call (512) 261-8500 x 204. Thank you for your support!

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Just when you thought the girls’ softball program had wound down for the Summer, activity at the Field of Dreams during June and July proved otherwise. The LTYA 10U All Stars softball team (the Thunderbirds) had a very impressive run during the 2 month-long season. Out of roughly 200 teams participating in PONY’s South Zone All Star tournaments, the Thunderbirds placed 7th overall at Nationals after winning 1st place in the Sectionals tournament, and 3rd in the Regionals tournament. A truly special accomplishment for an even more special group of girls and coaches. Lower: Delaney Druart, Madison Marotz, Reese Hood, Annabelle Dicker, Ryleigh Nash, Addyson Eargle. Upper: Lindsey Baranauskas, Cambria Fromel, Isabella Oballo, Jami Watson, Mia Burress, Courtney Pickus. Coaches: Harmony Marotz, Kenny Oballo, Tim Eargle, Dwight Hood

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News You Can Use International School of Texas Accepting Admissions in Southwest Austin Area

New private school will feature a highly-customize curriculum and experienced teaching staff The International School of Texas, a new private, co-educational school located in Southwest Austin, is now accepting applications for the 2013-2014 school year. The school’s mission is to operate a high-quality, Brain-Friendly Learning environment where children are recognized for their individual abilities, intelligences and learning styles and to help them become future leaders. The school is accepting applications for students from age of 3 through 11, covering the span of Nursery through to Year 6, the equivalent of U.S. 5th grade. The school will utilize a highly-customized curriculum built on the Brain-Friendly model and supported by the standards of the English National Curriculum and the outward-looking, global philosophy of the International Baccalaureate (IB) accreditation process for individualized, high-quality learning experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. The school will also adhere to a Positive Behavior Model encouraging strong moral values and the highest standards of behavior, discipline and personal responsibility in a non-faith based environment. This individualized curriculum will be led by an experienced teaching staff with proven capabilities in team building, mentoring, training and

inspiring children, including Headmistress Gráinne O’Reilly, who has more than three decades of experience in the education world, 20 of which have been at the headship level in the U.K., the U.S. and overseas. For the last 14 years O’Reilly has specialized in international start-ups, managing 11 startups as Headmistress or in an executive position. “We’re honored to bring a brand new private school to the Southwest Austin community, offering a customized, engaging learning environment for bright young children,” said Gráinne O’Reilly, Headmistress of The International School of Texas. “We’re bringing an experienced teaching staff to a beautiful campus, offering discerning parents a safe, enriching environment where their children will be cared for and educated to the highest standards.” The school will also feature limited class sizes with experienced teachers, foreign language education in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese, swimming lessons and daily organic lunches, as well as after-school clubs hosted on school grounds including sports, art, drama, dance and more. The International School of Texas is located at 4105 Eck Lane in Austin, Texas on an eight-acre campus with breathtaking views of Lake Travis.

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BRINGING GOOGLE FIBER TO LAKE TRAVIS COMMUNITIES In April, Google announced Austin would become the second fiber city in the U.S. The company plans to have the first “fiberhood” connected to its ultra-fast broadband by mid-2014. Though few details are available on how the tech company will select the first neighborhood to get the gigabit-speed Internet and TV package, one thing is certain – neighborhoods and homeowner associations are a vital key to how the areas will be chosen. Those neighborhoods or areas that have the most people signed up means they will probably be get fiber first. Kansas City was Google’s first fiber city and the company will likely follow their lead on how to choose the areas they serve in Austin. Google based their service on what they call “build by demand model.” Google picked the first

neighborhood solely based on which neighborhood had the highest rate of registrants on a similar site. One of the many traits of the Lake Travis communities is the number of small businesses and professionals who work from home. Ultra-fast broadband would be a plus for many who are not supported by large company broadband systems. Additionally, the Lake Travis communities would become more attractive for businesses and companies to make this area their home. A grass roots effort is underway to get the communities of Lake Travis (Bee Cave, Lakeway, out to Hamilton Pool Road and 71 to Spicewood) signed up. To register your desire to have ultra-fast broadband in our area, register your zip code at https://fiber.google. com/cities/austin/.

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Be Lice-Free for Back-to-School

By Stacey Pomerantz Back-to-school means lots of new things: new clothes, new backpacks and sleepovers, play dates and school. new supplies. It’s a time to navigate a new class schedule and meet new teachers. 3. This is a biggie: teach your kids to avoid direct head-to-head contact Yet, it needn’t be a time to worry about head lice. We often hear about lice when playing with friends. Show your little ones a photo of children using during back-to-school season because kids return to a tighter environment the iPad or reading books in very close proximity. Help them learn how to after a summer of being outdoors. Lice are transmitted via direct head-to-head play with other kids elbow-to-elbow, not head-to-head! contact 95% of the time. The ideal scenario for lice transmission is when kids 4. If school reports a lice outbreak – though they are not required to – or talk, hug or sit with heads touching. Keep in mind that lice don’t jump or fly. you suspect your child has lice, do not panic! Instead,make sure you have a They also die relatively quickly (24-36 hours) if they’re not directly on your good quality nit comb (normal combs do not trap lice or nits). Most parents scalp. Lice are easier to avoid and get rid of than you might imagine. Since say that it is hard to see evidence of lice. Use the comb as your eyes via daily lice do not carry or spread disease, there is no formal exclusion policy in Texas comb-outs. Catching lice early can often prevent a household contraction. schools. Head lice doesn’t mean a child is dirty or should be shunned. Mostly, If you're not sure how to do a proper comb-out, look online where many lice are inconvenient due to the time necessary to eliminate them. Here are 'how to' videos exist. some easy tips to stay lice-free this school year: 5. Finally remember the rule of “once a week, take a peek.” While your 1. Each child should have his/her own set of brushes and combs. Store kids are de-compressing after a long day of learning, run your nit comb them in separate drawers or baskets at home. Label them accordingly and through their hair at the base of their necks and behind their ears. Nits can make sure each child knows whose is whose and keep your own separate. be many colors from a cream color to amber. They glisten in dry hair and 2. Use lice deterrent spray every day. There are a few varieties of are the shape of a sesame seed that clings to one side of the hair shaft, often combination detangler/lice repellent sprays on the market. These sprays close to the scalp. contain scents that lice find offensive, such as mint or tea tree oil. When If you think you see lice and want to outsource removal, there are several used daily, these scents repel a louse and cause it to nest elsewhere (in another options who will come to your home for treatment. At the end of the (school) scalp). It can be most effective when applied every day, including before day, you’ll be happy to have these tips in your back pocket.

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TENNIS TIPS

By USPTA/PTR Master Professional Fernando Velasco

How To Execute The Two-Handed High Backhand Volley Approach Shot In previous newsletters, I offered tips on how to hit a forehand groundstroke, a two-handed backhand, one-handed backhand, forehand volley, the two handed backhand volley, the serve, the forehand half-volley, the one-handed backhand volley, the overhead “smash”, the forehand service return, the backhand service return, and the forehand high volley approach shot. In this issue, I will offer you instructions on how to execute the two-handed backhand high approach shot. This shot is used when a player is caught in “no-person’s land” (around the service line area) and receives a high ball to volley. The important part of this shot is to be able to hit a deep volley to the feet of the opponents and/or to hit a deep volley close to the baseline, so the opponent is put in a defensive mode and hits a softer ball so the player can now move closer to the net for the “killer or placement volley”. In the illustrations, Linda Henson, a player at the Grey Rock Tennis Club, shows the proper technique to execute this stroke. Step 1: The Ready Position and Split Step: When Linda realizes that she is caught in “no-person’s land”, she takes the split step by bending the knees and staying on her toes. Her racket is in the volley position and her feet are angled toward the path of the incoming ball. Step 2: The Back Swing: Once Linda realizes that the ball has been directed to her backhand, she will turn her upper body and will take the racket slightly back. Notice that the left hand next to the right

hand to allow her to keep her center of gravity in the center. She has loaded her weight on her left foot and will be ready to step forward to meet the ball. She will make a slight change toward the continental grip on both hands. Step 3: The Point of Contact: Linda now is ready to step into the ball. She has kept her eye on the ball and her center of gravity now is shifted toward the point of contact. Notice the right toe pointing to the ball meeting the racket. The face of the racket is open to allow her to hit behind the ball and allow maximum net height and allow her to hit the ball deep. The control of the ball will be made with the left hand, which is holding the racket tighter. The right hand is more relaxed and helps keep the face of the racket in a 45 degree angle at the point of contact. Step 4: The Follow Through: Once Linda has made contact with the ball, she finishes the follow through with her wrist laid back. Her right arm is next to her body and her eyes have shifted toward her target. Step 5: The Move for the Kill Volley: As the ball is headed toward her opponent and Linda realizes that her shot it deep, now she moves close to the net for the put away volley. If her shot was not deep, Linda will decide to stay close to the service line to protect the lob over her head. By the look in her eyes and her smile, she is ready to go for the “kill volley”.

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SUCCEED AS AN EFFECTIVE HOA LEADER Conference & Expo Will Teach Best Practices to Help You Become the Best Volunteer Community Leader You Can Be

Community association volunteer leaders almost without exception look to preserve the value of their residents’ homes and maintain the quality of life their homeowners have come to expect through their homeowner association (HOA) or similar community governing body. But we don’t always have the requisite knowledge and experience to do the best job possible. The school of hard knocks, trial-and-error, may get us there eventually, but it can be a long and arduous journey. Join us at Austin Community Associations Institute’s (CAI) 2013 Conference & Expo on Friday, September 27th, at the University of Texas Alumni Center for an afternoon learning best practices. Hear what others have discovered is working to help build better neighborhoods. And admission is free! “Hear industry leaders speak on a range of topics from ‘The 7 Deadly Sins of New Board Members’ to ‘Where Will The Water Come From?’ to ‘It’s Not My Problem – Right?’, just to name three of the twelve lectures to choose from in this year’s Conference Lecture Series” notes Katie Uhler, Chair of CAI Austin’s Conference & Expo. Visit with more than 65 exhibitors - experts delivering solutions to

the problems keeping you and your board awake at night. Energize your HOA board and your residents with new, imaginative ideas. Enhance your community’s spirit, gain recognition for your community as one of the best places to live in Central Texas, attract new residents. Come celebrate “what’s good” about common interest community living. Full details on our website at http://www.caiaustinevents. org/2013conf&expo. With more than 32,000 members dedicated to building better communities, Community Associations Institute (CAI) works in partnership with 60 domestic chapters, a chapter in South Africa and housing leaders in a number of other countries, including Australia, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. Texas chapters include Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston and San Antonio. CAI provides information, education and resources to community associations and the professionals who support them. For information on the Austin Chapter, visit our website at www.caiaustin.org, or call 512-858-5228. Or visit CAI’s National website at www.caionline.org, or call 888-224-4321 for more information.

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Business Section Lake Travis Republican Club Meeting Steve Munisteri, Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, will be the featured speaker at the monthly meeting of the Lake Travis Republican Club, to be held Tuesday, September 17, 2013, at the Hills Country Club, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Munisteri grew up in Houston, TX, and is a 39 year veteran of Republican politics in Texas and the United States as a conservative grassroots activist. He started his involvement in 1972 as a volunteer for Hank Grover, Richard Nixon and John Tower. He then went on to form a conservative club at Memorial High School in Houston, and in 1975, contacted then Harris County GOP Chairman Ray Barnhardt to become involved in the Ronald Reagan for President campaign and to become more involved in the local party. He went on to serve the party in numerous volunteer capacities, including working as a precinct chairman of two different precincts in Harris County, serving as delegate or alternate delegate to numerous state conventions, and serving on the State Republican Executive Committee for State District 17. He has experience in working in over 50 campaigns, in all aspects from blockwalking and phone banks, to sitting in on strategy sessions for national Presidential

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campaigns. Steve also has a long history of involvement in the conservative movement. In 1976, he was selected as state Vice Chairmen for Texas Young Americans for Freedom and served as state Chairmen from 1977 to 1980. In 1980, Munisteri founded Young Conservatives of Texas, a group which continues to produce the future generations of our conservative leaders and elected officials in college campuses across the state. Mr. Munisteri attended Memorial High School in Houston, before graduating from the University of Texas in Austin with a BBA in Finance with Honors. He also earned a J.D. from the University of Texas Law School. Following his election to the State Chairmanship at the 2010 Texas GOP Convention in Dallas, Mr. Munisteri obtained a second residence in Travis County and currently serves full-time as the State Party Chairmen at RPT headquarters in Austin. Tickets for the meeting are available for $15.00 for members, and $20.00 for guests. Reservations can be obtained by calling 512-2610722, or by email at wwarmuth@austin.rr.com. A Lunch Buffet will be served.

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