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TWIN CREEKS TRIBUNE

NOVEMBER 2015

WELCOME TO THE TWIN CREEKS TRIBUNE

Official Newsletter of the Twin Creeks HOA

The Twin Creeks Tribune is a monthly newsletter mailed to all Twin Creek residents. Each newsletter is filled with valuable information about the community, local area activities, school information, and more. If you are involved with a school group, play group, scouts, sports team, social group, etc., and would like to submit an article for the newsletter, you can do so online at www. PEELinc.com. Personal news (announcements, accolades/ honors/ celebrations, etc.) are also welcome as long as they are from area residents. GO GREEN! Subscribe via Peelinc.com to have an email sent to you with a link to a PDF of the newsletter, or have an email sent to you instead of having a newsletter mailed to you! Copyright © 2015 Peel, Inc.

VOLUME 8, ISSUE 11

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN AND AROUND OUR NEIGHBORHOOD Karen Calvert, Communications Committee Chair

With Thanksgiving approaching, I paused today and reflected on what’s going on in the neighborhood that, in our busy lives, we often take for granted. It’s the friendly hello while passing each other on those early morning or evening walks, it’s the sharing of recommendations and advice (and all of the great items we leave on the curb for the taking), it’s the caring that we extend to our neighbors when they need help, it’s looking out for our kids at play, it’s the day to day pride

we take in our homes and the community that each of us contributes to in order to improve our neighborhood. So this Thanksgiving, I am going to take the opportunity to express my gratitude to my family and friends and all of you who make this neighborhood a great place to live! Thank you for all that you do and Happy Thanksgiving! That’s all for now – see you around the neighborhood!

TWIN CREEKS NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWS… Shannon & Brian Tweedt, Co-Chairpersons Twin Creeks Neighborhood Watch

Twin Creek's 1st National Night Out as a part of the City of Cedar Park was a HUGE success! Registered Block Parties received visits from the Cedar Park Police Department, Animal Control, Victim's Services, the Fire Department and even some bicycle cops, too! We hope you had as much fun as we did! We are already looking forward to even more block activities next year! Check-out these photos of some of the night’s festivities: (Continued on Page 2) Twin Creeks Homeowner's Association Newsletter - November 2015

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS President.............................................................. Ross Burns Vice-President..................................................Brandon Lind Secretary.......................................................Chuck Andersen Treasurer....................................................... Deb Hackbarth Director.............................................................Bruce Roach

MANAGEMENT INFO Jim Smitherman Property Manager Goodwin Management Office: 512-502-2114 Cell: 512-230-3220 Fax: 512-346-4873

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TWIN CREEKS TRIBUNE NEWS FROM THE CLUB!

A Letter from Justin Jafarian, General Manager TC Country Club I’d like to thank everyone for the warm welcome I have received since coming to the Twin Creeks Community last month. It’s obvious that I am joining a special family, and I’m excited to work alongside the Management team in their efforts to make the Club the cornerstone of the Twin Creeks community! Our first initiative will be to improve the maintenance and housekeeping at the Clubhouse and FAC. Within the next few weeks my hope is that you will notice fresh coats of paint and improved cleanliness in all areas, in addition to small repairs in the locations that need it most. If there is an area that you feel could use some additional attention, please don’t hesitate to call or email me directly and we will address it promptly. Fall brings some of the best weather of the year, and along with it some exciting activities around the Club. Keep your eyes peeled for some fun events that the whole family can enjoy! Last but not least, be sure to visit the Twin Creeks website to place your “Thanksgiving to-go” order! Leave the hard work to us this year and take advantage of this special holiday service available only to Club and Community Members. Again, thank you for welcoming me into the Twin Creeks Family, and I look forward to meeting everyone soon. See you around the Club! Justin Jafarian General Manager, Twin Creeks Country Club jjafarian@twincreeksclub.com

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A SPOTLIGHT ON DCCRs

DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS

Karen Calvert, Communications Committee Chair Each month we will put the spotlight on a new DCCR (or group of DCCRs). All DCCRs can be located on the Goodwintx.com site under Governing Documents within the Twin Creeks neighborhood. This month the spotlight is on DCCRs 2.26 (Pools and Spas) and 2.29 (Exterior Lighting). FOR ANYONE PLANNING TO PUT IN A POOL OR SPA,THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!

DCCR 2.26 states: “Any pool or spa constructed on a Lot must be in-ground and enclosed with a fence or other enclosure device completely surrounding the swimming pool which, at a minimum, satisfies all applicable governmental requirements. Nothing in this section is intended or will be construed to limit or affect an Owner’s obligation to comply with any applicable governmental regulations concerning swimming (Continued on Page 5)

TWIN CREEKS TRIBUNE (Continued from Page 4) pool enclosures. No above-ground pools will be permitted. All pools and spas will be subject to the prior approval of the Architectural Control Committee and must be designed, located and constructed in accordance with the Architectural Guidelines.” ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT INSTALLING EXTERIOR LIGHTING?

DCCR 2.29 states: “All exterior lighting must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee prior to construction and/or installation. Exterior lighting must be limited to areas within the immediate front and rear yards of individual residential Lots and not unreasonably illuminate adjoining Lots or property. Exterior lighting must not result in excessive glare and must not interfere with the privacy of occupants in nearby residences, all as determined by the Architectural Control Committee in its sole discretion.”

Looking For Things To Do? Check-out These Events! Karen Calvert, Communications Committee Chair Are you looking for things to do around Cedar Park? Well here are a few events you might be interested in… • Watch or participate in the Veterans Parade & Ceremony being held on November 7th at Veterans Memorial Park, 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park. The parade starts at 9:30 a.m. with the ceremony following at 11 a.m. All parade entries are free. For more information call (512) 401-5508 or visit www.cedarparktexas.gov. • How about checking out the Craft Fair scheduled for November 14th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Cedar Park Recreation Center, 1435 Main Street, Cedar Park. Vendor booths are available. For additional information contact Samantha.roos@ cedarparktexas.gov or (512) 401-5528. • Bring the kids or just yourself to the Cedar Park Tree Lighting and Santa’s Workshop on December 4th from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Heritage Oak Park, 875 Quest Parkway, Cedar Park. Festivities include live music, free carriage rides, games & prizes, craft projects, photos with Santa and concessions. Admission is free! Visit www.cedarparktexas.gov or call (512) 401-5528 for more information.

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THANKSGIVING FUN FACTS...

from the U.S. Census Bureau, National Turkey Federation & other authorities Did you know that it was President Abraham Lincoln, in 1846, who declared Thanksgiving a national holiday to be celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November? You may also be interested to know … • Thursday was selected as the day of the week to hold Thanksgiving just because it was thought to be a good day as nothing else was happening on that day. • The “First Thanksgiving” In the U.S. dates back to 1621, when the Plymouth Pilgrims got together with the Wampanoag Indian tribe for a fall festival which lasted 3 days. • Benjamin Franklin wanted the Turkey to be named the national bird instead of the bald eagle. • The tradition of the President pardoning a turkey every year started with Harry Truman.

• The heaviest turkey ever raised was 86 pounds! • Over 250 million turkeys are raised in the United States with over 40 million eaten on Thanksgiving. • Male turkeys gobble. Female turkeys make a clucking noise. • Almost all foods considered to be traditional for the Thanksgiving table are not actually traditional at all. • Mashed potatoes, pumpkin pies, corn on the cob, and cranberries were not foods present on the first Thanksgiving. • The original pilgrims probably had rabbit, chicken, fish, goose, pigeon, squash, cabbage, beans, nuts, onions, eggs and cheese at their first Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving!! Karen Calvert, Communications Committee Chair

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TWIN CREEKS TRIBUNE Traveling with your pet over the holidays? Here are some tips that will help make your drive smooth sailing. Submitted by Kristen West, Owner of Gusto Dogs LLC. 1. Take your pet on short trips prior to the big day to let him get used to traveling by car. 2. Keep your pet safe in a secured, well-ventilated crate or carrier. It should be large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around. Letting him have free range in the car not only puts him at risk, but it also poses a risk to your family if you were to stop suddenly. 3. Never let your dog travel in the bed of a truck. Even if he is secured on a short line to prevent him falling or jumping out, your pet can experience discomfort from the weather and wind or sustain injury from debris. 4. Feed your pet three or four hours prior to departure and avoid giving him any food or treats in the car. 5. Never leave your pet in a parked vehicle, which can quickly become a furnace and cause heatstroke, even with open windows. In cold weather, the car holds the temperature like a refrigerator. 6. Your pet’s microchip should be up-to-date and he should be wearing a flat collar and ID at all times.

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