Hunter's Chase - December 2014 by Peel, Inc.

Hunter's Chase Gazette

HUNTER'S CHASE The Official Newsletter of the Hunter's Chase HOA

December 2014 Volume 4, Issue 12

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS 2015 HCPOA DUES COUPON BOOKS HAVE BEEN MAILED New coupon booklets for 2015 dues were sent at the beginning of December to property owners who still mail-in their quarterly assessment. If you have not received your booklet or want to transition to electronic auto debits, please contact Carmen at Goodwin Management at carmen.glassinger@goodwintx.com or (512) 502-7503.

NO DUES INCREASE IN 2015 After looking at budget projections, the Hunter's Chase board has determined that no increase in dues is needed for 2015. Look for a progress/completed projects report for 2014 in January's newsletter!

HUNTER'S CHASE PARK CAN'T BE RESERVED The Hunter's Chase board would like to remind property owners that our park is an area for all residents and no part of it can be reserved. All amenities must be shared at all times. Usage of the small-covered pavilion with BBQ pit is also on a first come/first served basis. Please be mindful of others and share the amenities. Also, please pick up your trash.

RRISD SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES The holidays are almost here. Please make note of the Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) winter break schedule: December 19 through January 5. December 18 will be the last day of class for 2014. Classes will resume on January 6. Enjoy! Copyright ÂŠ 2014 Peel, Inc.

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Holiday Spirit! If you are a member of the online group Nextdoor.com, and will be decorating your exterior for the holidays, be sure to add your address to their Holiday Light map. Not a member? It's easy to join. Visit : www.nextdoor.com. You must list a physical address in order for the site to know which neighborhood to direct you! Looking for free, family friendly holiday events? Here is a list of just a few in our immediate area:

Cedar Park Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa's Workshop Day: Friday, December 5 Time: 6:30 pm - 9 pm Location: Heritage Oak Park - 875 Quest Parkway Enjoy live music, carriage rides, games & prizes, inflatables, photos with Santa (bring your own camera), and arts & crafts projects. The whole family should enjoy the evening. (Continued on Page 3) Hunter's Chase Gazette - December 2014

Hunter's Chase Gazette CONTACT NUMBERS & IMPORTANT INFO Hunter’s Chase Yahoo Newsgroup http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hunterschase/ Hunter’s Chase POA website - http://hca.goodwintx.com/ UTILITIES Electricity City of Austin............................................... 512-494-9400 Gas Atmos Energy............................................1-888-286-6700 Emergency.................................................... 866-322-8667 Water/Wastewater (City of Austin) Emergency.................................................... 512-912-6000 Trash/Recycling City of Austin............................................... 512-494-9400 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HC HOA Goodwin Management Inc. Carmen.Glassinger@goodwintx.com............ 512-502-7503 Estates of HC POA CA Managers: info@camanagers.com.................................. 512-288-2376

SCHOOLS Pond Springs Elementary................................. 512-464-4200 ..................... http://schools.roundrockisd.org/pondsprings/ Deerpark Middle School.................................. 512-464-6600 ...........................http://schools.roundrockisd.org/deerpark/ McNeil High School........................................ 512-464-6300 ..............................http://schools.roundrockisd.org/mcneil/ OTHER Crime Stoppers........................................... 1-800-253-STOP County Commissioner Lisa Birkman, Pct. 1 ...... 512-733-5384 fax; 512-733-5380 Animal Control................................................ 512-943-1389 Spicewood Springs Branch Public Library ........................ 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd 512-974-3800 POA BOARD Brian James ............................................................. President

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE Applications are found on the intranet site at http://hca.goodwintx.com/

Samuel Yu.........................................................Vice President

DEED ENFORCEMENT To report violations contact Sage Management at sage.management@yahoo.com. Deed documents at http://hca.goodwintx.com.

Lynn Raridon Maddox................................ At-Large Member

Michael Kuykendall..................................................Treasurer Rebekah Sheppard ....................................................Secretary To reach any one of the board members please contact Carmen Glassinger at carmen.glassinger@goodwintx.com

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Hunter's Chase Gazette Holiday Spirit (Continued from Cover)

Leander Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Date: Saturday, December 6 Time: 5:00 pm Location: Leander City Hall, 200 W. Willis St. Features holiday hayrides, Yule fire, choral performances, Christmas parade, tree lighting, and photos with Santa.

Round Rock Christmas Family Night Date: Friday, December 5 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Main Street in historic downtown This free event includes activities for the entire family including live music, dancers, candle making, carriage rides, game booths, holiday crafts, Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus and more. For a more extensive list of holiday happenings in the Austin and Hill Country area, visit http://www.austintexas.org/visit/holiday/

Meetup Group Open to Families with Young Children The 78729 Family Fun Meetup group may be worth considering for families in the 78729 zip code with toddlers and elementary-age children. Activities include play dates, cook outs, potlucks, meeting at the park, walks, campfires, festivals, community events, and more. Some of the events coming in December include a holiday party on December 6. A recurring outing is Sunday Mornings at Rattan Creek, with two taking place on December 21 and 28 at 10:00 a.m. Close to 70 families have joined the group since it began in October 2014. To learn more about this Meetup group, visit http://www. meetup.com/78729FamilyFun/

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Hunter's Chase Gazette HUNTERS CHASE POA COMMITTEES Residents interested in joining a committee should contact Darin

ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS

Siefkes at ds@dsaustinlaw.com

Interested in submitting an article? You can do so by emailing

1. Neighborhood Watch - will assist with implementing a

rgmaddox@gmail.com or by going to http://www.peelinc.com/

neighborhood watch program 2. Amenities (Pool, Park & Tennis) - will be responsible for maintenance and improvement suggestions to the Board

articleSubmit.php. All news must be received by the 9th of the month prior to the issue. So if you are involved with a school group,

3. Events - responsible for determining which neighborhood

scouts, sports etc – please submit your articles for The Subdivision

events to plan and carrying out the planning and execution

Name. Personal news for the Stork Report, Teenage Job Seekers,

of the events (Neighborhood garage sale, Christmas caroling,

special celebrations and military service are also welcome.

potlucks, etc)

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WINTER CAR CARE CHECKLIST FROM AAA We may not live in Alaska, but it's always advisable to have your vehicle ready for colder weather. The American Automobile Association (AAA) offers a winter car care checklist that may be beneficial to you.

Here are some of the important considerations:

BATTERY AND CHARGING SYSTEM – Have the battery and charging system tested by a trained technician. Battery Cables and Terminals – Check the condition of the battery cables and terminals. Make sure all connections are secure and remove any corrosion from the terminals and posts. DRIVE BELTS – Inspect belts for cracks or fraying. Don’t just look at the smooth top surface of the belt, but turn it over and check the grooved underside where most belt wear occurs. ENGINE HOSES –Visually inspect the cooling system hoses for leaks, cracks or loose clamps. Also, squeeze the hoses to check for any that may be brittle or excessively spongy feeling and in need of replacement. TIRE TYPE AND TREAD – In areas with heavy winter weather, changing to snow tires on all four wheels will provide the best winter traction. All-season tires will work well in light to moderate snow 4

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conditions, providing they have adequate tread depth. If any tire has less than 3/32-inches of tread, it should be replaced. Uneven wear on the tires can indicate alignment, suspension or wheel balance problems that should be addressed to prevent further damage to the tires. TIRE PRESSURE – Check tire pressure more frequently during winter months. As the temperature drops, so will the pressures in the tires—typically 1 PSI for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit. The proper tire pressure levels can be found on a sticker located on the driver’s side door jamb. And, don’t forget to check the spare. Copyright © 2014 Peel, Inc.

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Hunter's Chase Gazette Furnace Safety Tips from FEMA Here are some worthwhile tips from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) United States Fire Administration on furnace safety in winter. • Be sure all furnace controls and emergency shutoffs are in proper working condition. • Leave furnace repairs to qualified specialists. Do not attempt repairs yourself unless you are qualified. • Inspect the walls and ceiling near the furnace and along the chimney line. If the wall is hot or discolored, additional pipe insulation or clearance may be required. • Check the flue pipe and pipe seams. Are they well supported, free of holes and cracks? Soot along or around seams may be an indicator of a leak. • Is the chimney solid, with cracks or loose bricks? All unused flue openings should be sealed with solid masonry. • Keep trash and other combustibles away from the heating system.

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