Bee Cave - August 2015

VOLUME 6, ISSUE 8

AUGUST 2015

NEWSLETTER FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE BEE CAVE AREA

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ADVERTISING INFO Please support the advertisers that make the Bee Cave Messenger possible. If you are interested in advertising, please contact our sales office at 512-263-9181 or advertising@ peelinc.com. The advertising deadline is the 8th of the month prior to the issue.

ARTICLE INFO The Bee Cave Messenger is mailed monthly to all Bee Cave area 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 Bee Cave Messenger please email it to beecave@peelinc.com. The deadline is the 15th of the month prior to the issue.

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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

SCHOOLS

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 West Cypress Elementary.....................................512-533-7500

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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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Tennis Tips

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Men's Breakfast Club Schedule

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Teenage Job Seekers

NOBODY IS DROWNPROOF WATCH & KEEP KIDS IN ARM’S REACH

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THESE TIPS CAN SAVE LIVES

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RetiRe BetteR

back to the basics wITh Josh sTIvERs

With so much going on in the economic world, I want to take a break and revisit some vital principles for successful investing. Potentially rising interest rates, expensive U.S. stocks, Greece’s debt situation, and an upcoming election season are tempting many investors to sell risky assets and flee to safety.

If you can relate, then consider this: Most of what matters in investing involves bedrock principles….not current events. Consider how you can revisit the principles below in your own portfolio.

Diversification is how you limit the risk of losses in an uncertain world.

Diversification can be frustrating because it requires owning some unpopular assets at times, but we all know the future will play in ways we can’t imagine. Owning a little bit of many things is a bet on humility.

You are your own worst enemy.

The biggest risk facing most investors is not the next market correction or interest rate movement…it is their own emotions and biases.

There aren’t many iron rules of investing, but one of them is that no amount of brain power can compensate for behavioral errors. Figure out what mistakes you are prone to make and implement strategies to limit this risk.

There is a price to pay.

Historically, the stock market has offered incredible long-term returns. With that said, the cost of those returns is a never ending flood of unpredictable outcomes, volatility and unexpected downturns.

If you can stick with your investment through these times, the cost is only mental…though very real. Not everyone is willing to pay this cost leaving opportunity for those who are.

It is tempting to try to figure out what the market will do in the short

term, but the reason the long term returns are so good is due to the fact that we can’t predict what stocks will do tomorrow.

When in doubt, choose the investment with the lowest fee.

As a group, investors’ profits always will equal the overall market’s returns minus all fees and expenses. Below-average fees, therefore, offer one of your best shots at earning above-average results.

A talented fund manager can be worth a higher fee, mind you. But enduring outperformance is one of the most elusive investing skills. There are no promises in investing. The best you can do is put the odds in your favor. And the evidence is overwhelming: The lower the costs, the more the odds tip in your favor.

Time is the most powerful force in investing.

If you do the math on 84 year old Warren Buffet’s fortune you will find that $70 billion of his $73 billion was accumulated after his 60th birthday. Mr. Buffett is, of course, a phenomenal investor whose talents few will replicate. But the real key to his wealth is that he has been a phenomenal investor for two-thirds of a century.

Wealth grows exponentially—a little at first, then slightly more, and then in a hurry for those who stick around the longest. That lesson— that time, patience and endurance pay off—is something us mortals can learn from, particularly younger workers just starting to save for retirement.

If you would like further information on this topic or to receive a copy of our report on retirement investment planning, please send your requests to the email below. As always, we are here to answer your pressing questions and concerns regarding retirement investment planning.

Send your questions and information requests to retirebetter@ platinumwealthadvisory.com.

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Around Bee Cave Bee Cave Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy The Bee Cave Police Department proudly announced on May 28, 2015 that we will be starting our very first Citizen’s Police Academy on SEPTEMBER 10th, 2015 at 6:00 p.m..

We are extremely excited to provide this training and experience to the citizens and business owners of the City of Bee Cave. The program, will last six weeks and cover topics such as traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, patrol operations, and administrative operations. The BCPD will team up with Lake Travis Fire Rescue who will also present to the students.

To apply, interested may either come by the Bee Cave Police Department and request an application, or simply contact Lt. William Pitmon at WPitmon@beecavetexas. gov and he will email the user friendly application to them. There is no cost to those selected, but the following requirements are mandatory: -Be at least 21 yrs of age -Have a valid Texas Drivers License -No felony convictions -No misdemeanor convictions Class B or above -No arrests or convictions for Family Violence -Must live within the City of Bee Cave, or -Work within the City of Bee Cave Applicants should understand up front that a standard background check will be conducted on them. A prior criminal history will not necessarily cause a rejection of your application depending on the totality of the circumstances.

The final decision will be made by the Chief of Police on these instances.

For more information and to view our promotional video, those interested may visit our Facebook at:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bee-Cave-PoliceDepartment/406748709376530

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Hill Country Indoor Sports & Rec After 4 years of zoning and infrastructure work, the long awaited Hill Country Indoor Project has begun construction on their 130,000 square foot indoor sports facility in Bee Cave, TX. Located on 8.5 acres just off of Bee Cave Parkway (next to the Back Yard Development and directly across from Ladera), the sports facility will be one of the largest indoor training facilities in the state. Geared towards sport specific and group training, the developers hope to fill a void in the overall lack of court and field space in the Lake Travis area. They also plan on hosting youth and adult leagues as well as tournaments. A full service membership gym will also be offered with not only a panoramic overlook of the Hill Country, but a bird’s eye view from the 300 yard elevated jogging track that surrounds the interior.

Other amenities include regulation sized high school basketball and volleyball courts and a full sized indoor soccer field which is convertible to lacrosse and flag football. There will also be programming for “out of the box sports” such as dodge ball, kick ball, and pickle ball. A climbing wall is currently under development along with concessions, sports medicine specialists, massage therapy, and party rooms for special events.

Planned opening for the facility is Fall of 2016. For more information, please follow HCI on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/HillCountryIndoor, or check the facility website for the most up to date news www.hillcountryindoor.com.

• Training and College Prep Facility.

• Sports Sepcific Training • Elite level • Gym with panoramic Hill Country View • Parents will be able to work out and see kids • Rock Climbing • Birthday Parties • Inquires… see Facebook for updates…. Web site ect.

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Around Bee Cave LTLov Annual School Supplies Drive Give the gift of learning through LTlov's 6th annual School Supplies Drive benefiting low income LTISD students Monday, July 27th through Friday, August 14th. Requested supplies include backpacks, #2 and colored pencils, pens, spiral notebooks, lined index cards, binders, washable markers and crayons, folders, flash drives, marble composition books, highlighters, plastic rulers, small scissors and poster boards.

Donations can be dropped off at Chick-Fil-A in Bee Cave, the Lake Travis Community Library, Moreland Properties, Kuper Sotheby's, Prosperity Bank, Strandz Salon, Luxe Salon, Bee Cave Family Chiropractic, World of Tennis and W.O.T. Pilates, Elite Wellness and Cielo and Medrone Apartments.

Help our neighbors in need with a donation of school supplies necessary for success in the upcoming school year. For more information visit www.ltlov.org.

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FIGHTING FOR A CURE…

YEAR ROUND The Relay For Life of Lake Travis, which had been gearing up all year for the cancer fundraiser and walking relay, culminated on April 17th at Lake Travis High School, with record breaking attendance and fundraising. Despite the rain, which forced the event to be held inside the Turf Room, it was standing room only for an event that last year raised a mere $15,000 approximately. This year’s event had 443 registered participants and raised over $95,000 thanks to the generosity of this outstanding community! It was the largest Relay in Lake Travis history.

Relay For Life, which is the signature fundraising activity of the American Cancer Society, is much more than just one main event. The Lake Travis Relay For Life committee is determined to make fundraising a year round effort, and for it to be recognized as a staple event in the community for years to come. With the support and recognition that has already been garnered through this past event, it is sure to be an even greater success this coming season.

After a year of firsts, including a Turkey Trot, ‘Kick Cancer’s Booty’ Fundraiser at Solid Rock Brewing and a Survivor Dinner at Star Hill Ranch, the committee hopes to capitalize on the successes of last year by having similar events this year and adding another first to the mix. Realizing that different people like to participate and donate in a variety of ways, the Relay For Life of Lake Travis hopes that there is something for everyone that urges them to give, while having a great time doing it.

This year the committee is pleased to announce their newest fundraising effort, Golfing ‘Fore’ Cures. This modified scramble golf tournament will be held on Friday, September 18th, 2015 at Avery Ranch Golf Club (8am shotgun start).

For $150, you can enjoy a day of golf at one of the top ranked courses in Austin, including a cart, warm up balls, lunch, goody bag, prizes and even an Avery Ranch Replay card. It is sure to be an amazing day of golf, and more importantly of raising money for the American Cancer Society. All profits from the event go to the American Cancer Society, which funds research as well as many programs that help people to stay well and get well (www.cancer.org).

To register for the event, go to www.averyranchgolf.com, click ‘Buy Online’ tab and ‘Tournament Sign Up’. There is also an opportunity for businesses to donate towards Hole Sponsorships, which would allow them to set up a table and pass out information regarding their business at their hole. For more information on that, please contact Event Chairperson Cathleen McBurney (cc.mcburney@gmail.com).

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SEASON SIXTEEN IN SPICEWOOD

Spicewood Arts Society, The Home of the Arts in the Hill Country, is geared up for its 16th year of bringing live music to the residents in the Spicewood area by presenting a fresh, exciting line up of some of the best musicians around. Season tickets are $180 for all 6 concerts which will be held at the beautiful Spicewood Vineyards Event Center, 1419 County Road 409 in Spicewood, Texas 78669, are available now.

Diversity is what this new season is all about as The Warren Hood Band starts things off in September with its bluegrass, country blend while the tribute to jazz great Tony Campise ends the series next May. The performances for the rest of the year will be just as exciting with the sounds of “ rock ‘n roll meets TexMex “ Tejas Brothers, “Texas’ Original Recession Era String Band” Guy Forsyth and the Hot Nut Riveters, Malford Milligan who has been compared to Sam Cook, Otis Redding, and Al Green as well as the Artisan String Quartet who debuted at the Carnegie Recital Hall in March.

Before the concert begins come and enjoy visiting with your friends and neighbors on the veranda of the beautiful Spicewood Vineyards Events Center as you listen to the calming effect of the flowing brook away from the sounds of busy life. Taste the delectable wines from the vineyard which are available for purchase before the show and during intermission.

For tickets and information on other upcoming events go to the website www.spicewoodarts.org or stop by The Home of the Arts Gallery/Office at 9408-B Hwy. 71 West in Spicewood, open Tuesday through Thursday 11:00AM-4:00PM. Bee Cave Messenger - August 2015

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School News Back To School

School starts in August, so now is the time for drivers to pay closer attention to the school zones in the neighborhood. We want to remind you that the speed limit in a school zone is 20mph and traffic fines double!

Other changes to be aware of include; • Children behaving unpredictably • School Bus Stops • Crossing Guards – please obey the guards! Remember, they are there for the safety of you and your children • New areas of traffic congestion • Be prepared for delays • Use of cell phones in schools zones is prohibited!

Please give yourself extra time in the mornings and midafternoons and remember if you are traveling in a school zone to slow down.

Time To Slow Down!

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TENNIS TIPS

By USPTA/PTR Master Professional - Owner, Manager and Director of Tennis Grey Rock Tennis Club, Austin, TX

“Tennis for Children 11 years and older – Yellow Ball” This series of Tennis Tips is focused on how to involve children of all ages learning to play tennis and offering tips to the parents on how to assist at home. In the last issue I offered advice for children 9-10 years old and under playing with the softer green ball on a 78’ foot court. This issue, will focus on children 11 years and older playing with the yellow ball on a 78’ foot regular size court.

The children should be using rackets ranging in length from 25” to 27” long. The size of the racket will depend on how tall and strong the players are. The grip size should now range from 4” to 4 ½ “, again depending on the size of their hands.

Caption 1: Tennis Court: For those players ready to cover the regular size court, they will now be playing on a 78” x 36’ tennis court. Lines are now painted regular white making it much easier to see the ball landing, especially while the opponents are serving.

Players need to be physically ready to cover the entire court.

Caption 2: Groups: The key to children learning how to play the game of tennis, is to assemble them in group lessons. Most clubs offer them according to age level and ability. The tennis professional will separate them so each player is comfortable in their respective group. A good ratio is 6 players to 1 pro, and the range going from beginner to advance.

Tennis camps are also an excellent way to give them a concentrated learning experience. The students usually spend two hours working on fundamental strokes and also playing games. At the end of the week, these players should be able to start playing on their own and/or with the help of their parents. Of course, if additional help is needed, they may consider taking tennis lessons from a certified tennis professional.

Children at this age are already playing points and are given tips on how to hit groundstrokes, volleys and serves with control. The USTA provides tournaments and leagues for children 12, 14, 16 and 18 and under using the yellow ball. Matches are normally 8 game pro-sets and they are encouraged to play round robins and/ 12

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or consolation rounds.

Look in the next Newsletter for: “Tips for Adult Beginner Lessons – The Forehand”.

For more information about our programs and club information, you can visit us at www.greyrocktennis.com or call us at 512-301-8685.

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If it’s finally time to relax and enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle, don’t miss your opportunity to own one of our exquisite lakeside villas or cottages, ready for immediate move-in. If your dream is to own a custom home from one of Austin’s finest builders, stop by to view the seven homes under construction to be featured in Luxury Home Magazine’s 2015 Tour of Homes.

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Business Section LAKEWAY MEN’S BREAKFAST CLUB PROGRAM SCHEDULE August 2015 August 5, 2015 Gerald Daugherty County Commissioner What is on the Nov 3 election August 12, 2015 Dr. Peebles Texas Board of Higher Education Higher Education - The Next 15 Years

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August 19, 2015 Rep Paul Workman Legislative Update August 26, 2015 TO BE ANNOUNCED Meetings at the Lakeway Activity Center Available to Men Residing in the Greater Lakeway Area $1 Continental Breakfast at 7:00 am. / Speaker at 8:00 am.

No reservations necessary No membership required FOR INFORMATION CALL Tom Cain 512-363-5793 e-mail: speakers@thomasgcain.com

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