Stone Canyon - October 2013 by Peel, Inc.

Stone Canyon Neighborhood Newsletter www.stonecanyonoa.org

October 2013

Volume 8, Issue 10

Official Publication of Stone Canyon Homeowners Association

Landscapes and Lawns by Charles Evans

SEPTEMBER

Traditionally, the month of September brings a slight cooling trend to central Texas. By slight, I mean that we might have a few days of triple-digit weather, rather than a few days NOT in the triple-digit range. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a hot summer. Hopefully, some of our gardens and landscapes survived the brutal drought. Whether they did or not, Autumn is the season that our gardens may be redeemed. TREES

The immediate danger of spreading oak wilt is between the months of February and June. The high heat and humidity conditions during this time period are perfect for these fungal spores to thrive. As the weather begins to cool, the chances of passing infection from tree to tree decreases dramatically. Still, proper pruning techniques are vital to maintaining the health of any plant, especially trees. When pruning trees, especially oaks, ensure your tools are clean and the wound is treated with a pruning paint to avoid introduction of infection. Pruning too late in the season may flush new growth which may not have time to harden off before a freeze, which may in turn lead to stunted growth.

Tree planting is highly encouraged in the fall, provided adequate irrigation is available through establishment. ORNAMENTAL BEDS

Maintaining a thick layer of mulch on all perennial beds and continuing to water deeply and infrequently will help to ensure the vitality of your ornamentals going into Fall. Pruning some woody perennials now can result in an impressive show of fall flowers. Remember to never remove more than one-third of the foliage of the plant when pruning, and wait at least a week before and after any major pruning to apply fertilizers or pest control agents. TURF

As the month progresses, and the heat and humidity begin to slack, Core aeration and light compost applications may be an adequate substitute for fall fertilization. What core aeration does for turf that fall fertilization does not do, is provide the soil substrate and turf root systems with access to oxygen, which is vital to soil health. Continue practicing responsible water stewardship, and the combination of these methods will provide you with enviable results.

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CANYON StoneSTONE Canyon Owners & Association Management Teams www.stonecanyonoa.org

STONE CANYON OWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS: President/ACC/Good Neighbor Laura Kouns........................................ board@stonecanyon.org Vice President/Pool/Maintenance Gregg Hnath....................................... board@stonecanyon.org Secretary/Landscape/Recreation Jessica Stempco................................... board@stonecanyon.org Treasurer/Communication (Newsletter/Website/Facebook)/YOM Tina Riquelmy.................................... board@stonecanyon.org Parliamentarian/Capital Improvements/Neighborhood Watch Al Maus.............................................. board@stonecanyon.org COMMITTEE CHAIRS ACC Al Maus.............................................. acc@stonecanyon.org Recreation Laura Kouns.....................................lbkouns63@gmail.com Swimming Pool Open.............................................pool@stonecanyonoa.org Yard of the Month Amelia Dansby & Cathy Soukup......... amdansby@gmail.com Maintenance Al Maus............................maintenance@stonecanyonoa.org Landscape Cathy Soukup.........................................csoukup11@att.net Neighborhood Watch Donna Scoggins....................Donna@LetsGoToEscrow.com Newsletter Judith Horton ................................... 2toojays@gmail..com Good Neighbor Laura Kouns ................................... lbkouns63@gmail.com Webmaster Ron Kellam......................... webmaster@stonecanyonoa.org

KEY CONTACTS In an attempt to make things easier to find, we have provided some key contact information for various organizations that you might need to contact.  If you have a suggestion for information to add, please contact the web committee. HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION: Bob Nardo - Goodwin Management............... 512-852-7965 ................... 11149 Research Blvd Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759 http://stc.goodwintx.com/ Payment Address: Stone Canyon Owners Association P.O. Box 93447, C/O Goodwin Processing Center Las Vegas, NV 89193-3447 Governmental Agencies: Fern Bluff Mud..............................................512-238-0606 ................ 7320 Wyoming Springs, Round Rock, TX 78681 City of Round Rock......................................512-218-5400 ............................... 221 East Main Street, Round Rock, TX Williamson County Commissioners Office....512-248-3238 ............ 400 W. Main St., Ste. 216, Round Rock, TX 78664 Williamson County Constable (Robert Chody) 512-248-3239 ....................211 Commerce Cove, Round Rock, TX 78664 Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (Non-Emergency)..........................................512-943-1300 Williamson County EMS (Non-Emergency)..........................................512-943-1264 Round Rock ISD.......................... (512) 464-5000 ext 1311 .....................Round Rock Avenue, Round Rock, TX 78681 Misc. Services: Gas Line Malfunction..... (Business Hours) 1-800-460-3030 .............................................(After Hours) 1-800-817-8090 Street Light Repair - TU Electric................1-800-242-9113 Texas Utilities (TXU).................................1-800-368-1398 Southwestern Bell.......................................1-888-294-8433 Time Warner Cable.......................................512-485-5555 Williamson County Road and Bridge............512-943-3330

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Stone Canyon Help Help Help (why we don't want to tape up signs)

We have a problem here in Stone Canyon and we need your help in fixing it. Some people are taping various signs to our street sign poles, light poles, power poles and fences. With our Central Texas heat, all of the adhesives can turn into mush or bake hard to the pole or pull off the paint from our street sign poles. Please DO NOT use any adhesive device to affix any signage to any poles or fences in our subdivision or along Wyoming Springs. A few years ago we spent ~$35,000 to replace our street signs and poles. Several of our street sign poles are already stained and/or peeled because of signs taped and then removed. If you need to promote a yard or garage sale please use a stake or box (with a stone inside) with the sign attached to it. Remember yard and garage sale signs may be displayed from Noon Friday toNoon Saturday ONLY. If you have a lost or found pet please use our web site: www.StoneCanyonOA.org to help find the owners. If you must place a sign on a pole use only twine or string in order to keep adhesives from breaking down and disfiguring our poles. Thanks Al Maus, Maintenance Committee

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Neighborhood Garage Sale Our Neighborhood Garage Sale will be held either October 19th or 26th; Date will be published via email blast, Facebook, and the StoneCanyonOA.org once it is finalized.

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BREAST CANCER Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Screening is vital because early stages of the disease are easier to treat. The American Cancer Society recommends women: • Obtain yearly mammography screenings, beginning at age 40 • Obtain yearly clinical breast exams • Check your breasts regularly for lumps • Discuss their breast cancer risk with their physician Breast cancer risk increases as we age. Other factors that increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer include: • Having started menstrual periods at a young age • Having a first child after age 30 • Use of hormone replacement therapy • Having a family history of breast cancer

Importance of Early Detection By: Concentra Urgent Care

Men are also at risk for rare cases of breast cancer. All persons familiar with the normal look and feel of their breasts should promptly report any unexpected changes to their physicians. The American Cancer Society recommends both women and men consult their doctor if they notice any of the following: • A new, hard lump or thickening in any part of the breast • Change in breast size or shape • Dimpling or puckering of the skin • Swelling, redness, or warmth that does not go away • Recurrent pain in a particular part of the breast • Pulling in of the nipple • Nipple discharge that starts suddenly in only one breast • An itchy, sore, or scaly area on one nipple

For more information about breast cancer and early detection, contact your health care provider, your Concentra health specialist, visit the American Cancer Society Web Site at: www.cancer.org, or visit the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Web site at: http://nbcam.org/

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Yard of the Month WINNERS

Congratulations to the following Stone Canyon residents! 1st place: 8203 Fern Bluff 2nd place: 6007 Spindletop Terrace 3rd place: 8204 Broken Branch The following are Honorable Mention winners: 17602 Lake Pines Dr. 7316 West Magic Mountain Lane 7322 West Magic Mountain Lane 8319 Lofty Lane 7004 High Bluff Thank you to all for making Stone Canyon a more pleasant neighborhood!!! -Yard of the Month Committee 4

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WATER SAFETY TIPS AT

WWW.COLINSHOPE.ORG 2013

Fall ar Calend

October 19: Sharkfest Austin Swim benefiting Colin’s Hope. Volunteers and swimmers needed. November: Underwater Holiday Photos! Colin’s Hope will be collaborating with Flashpool Productions and pool partners throughout the Central Texas area to capture your BEST Holiday picture Ever! Proceeds from photos will help us prevent drowning. Locations and dates will be posted at www.colinshope.org and our Facebook page soon. Thank you to AG Real Estate Services for underwriting our Underwater Holiday Photo project.

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A special thank you to Peel, Inc. From donated ads to pledges raised in our golf tournament, their support helps us to raise water safety awareness to prevent children from drowning.

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Dr. Boruchow received his degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of the Yeshiva University in Bronx, NY. He completed his internship and residency training for Internal Medicine at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, MA. After that, he went through training in neurology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston where he also completed a fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology and Neuromuscular Disease. Dr. Boruchow is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He sees patients at ADC’s Main Clinic in North Austin.

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