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STONEBRIDGE RANCH HOA NEWS SEPTEMBER 2013

Vol. 1, Issue 5

Contents IN EVERY ISSUE 5

From the President by Jon Dell’Antonia

This Month’s Feature by Tricia Scruggs

In the News by Tricia Scruggs

12 Lifestyle 14

Financial Update by Michael Lesku

Inside the HOA

Community Calendar

Your Neighbor

Compliance Tips

Social Scene

SPECIAL SECTIONS 18

Around McKinney

Around the Ranch by Courtney Huggins

Bits and Pieces

Pet Page

Celebrating 25!

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from the presIdent STONEBRIDGE RANCH HOA NEWS

publisher/editor Barbara Peavy

office administrator Carrie McCormick

advertising sales Sue Hardesty

contributing writers Jon Dell’Antonia Courtney Hugghins Michael Lesku Tricia Scruggs

Ranch Fest was a huge success!! Stonebridge Ranch celebrated its 25th Anniversary with Ranch Fest on July 26-28. All those who attended the weekend of activities— including a car show, music, bounce houses, fun run and fireworks display—had a great time. Congratulations for an outstanding event go out to our association manager, the staff and the 25th Anniversary committee. You have probably noticed more landscaping work on Lake Forest just north of Eldorado Parkway and wondered what was happening. We recently completed the Lake Forest median enhancement project as the first phase of the Stonebridge Ranch Global Landscape Plan. This project involved removing the obsolete Bradford pears, pruning the remaining trees, and making significant additions and updates to the turf and plantings in that area. Upon completion of the project, the city received complaints from a number of Stonebridge residents about line of sight issues due to plant heights. After consultation with our landscape architect and the city’s engineering department, we decided to move the plant materials that are obscuring the line of site and replant them in other areas, which have already been identified as part of our continuing landscape improvement programs. We can assure you that the board is aggressively working to minimize any additional cost on this project by working with all the parties involved for a resolution. It has always been a guiding principle of our association to be in full compliance with all city ordinances, especially ones related to the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of Stonebridge, citizens of McKinney, and visitors to our community, and we will continue to follow those practices.

July 25, 2013 Board Meeting

The board meeting of July 25 was called to order at 1 p.m. It began with a “Homeowner Open Forum.” No homeowners appeared. Minutes of our May 23 meeting and appointments and changes to several committees were formally approved, along with minor investment policy revisions.

Old Business

cover photo Wellington Point Ponds by Shannon Sheriff

The board reviewed and discussed the preliminary results of the irrigation system audit of areas A and C. No action was required. Discussion was held on the issues arising from the landscaping installed on Lake Forest Drive that created some line of sight issues. The board decided to move the plant materials that are obscuring the line of sight and replant them in other areas which have already been identified as part of our continuing landscape improvement programs.

New Business

The board discussed and approved the issuance of an RFP for dredging of our lakes. The board also reviewed and approved some architectural guideline changes to allow “pavers” for certain types of landscape edging.

Association Reports

The board reviewed the financial report. To date, we have collected 98.1% of our 2013 assessments. We also reviewed the management report, social report, landscape enhancements report, and board liaison committee reports.

Executive Session For information or to place an advertisement, please contact: Moonlight Graphics, P.O. Box 132, Allen, TX 75013, call 972.727.4569 or email sue@allenimage.com.

The board then met in executive session. We reviewed the collections report, the collections committee report, violations report and summary. Several owner requests were also reviewed and appropriate decisions made. We also received an update on several other issues that have come before the board. No action was required. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m. Jon Dell’Antonia President Stonebridge Ranch HOA News x September 2013

Stonebridge Ranch Community Association 6201 Virginia Parkway, McKinney, TX 75071 214.733.5800 • fax 214.778.0595 Courtesy Patrol 214.794.4945

Association Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Association Staff Michael Lesku—Association Manager Shannon Sheriff—Assistant Manager Candace Rickman—Receptionist Denise Spain—Senior Compliance Coordinator Courtney Birmingham—Compliance Coordinator Rony Peterson—Compliance Coordinator Joyce Martin—M.A.R.C. Compliance Coordinator Lisa Pogacnik—Web Administrator Michael Cawley—Maintenance Supervisor Jeff Torres—Maintenance Assistant David Wiest—Tennis & Recreation Director Lynette Rowell—Administrative Assistant

Board of Directors Jon C. Dell’Antonia—President Ron Ferris—Vice-President Lars Rosene—Secretary Richard MacFee—Treasurer Tom George—Director Michael Yon—Director Bill Campbell—Director Stonebridge Ranch Homeowners Association News is the only authorized and official monthly publication for the residents of the Stonebridge Ranch community, with news and calendar of community events endorsed by the Stonebridge Ranch HOA and its members. Stonebridge Ranch HOA News is published for the residents of Stonebridge Ranch for informational purposes only. The Stonebridge Ranch HOA does not guarantee any work or claims made by the advertisers and claims no responsibility or liability for statements made in the publication. Stonebridge Ranch does not in any way endorse or support, nor does it take any credit or responsibility for the services, paid or volunteer, nor statements made in articles or letters published herein not endorsed by the Association or the group decision of the Board of Directors.

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thIs month’ s feature Families enjoy Ranch Fest 25th Anniversary celebration draws thousands By Tricia Scruggs

On a Friday in July, at sunset, an evening of cool breezes was a welcomed surprise as Stonebridge Ranch kicked off a weekend celebration in honor of its 25th anniversary. The best songs—from an era known for the Rubick’s cube and G.I. Joe action figures—blared from speakers as families ate complimentary hot dogs and splashed around the swimming pool at the Beach and Tennis Club. T-shirts were given away for texting correct answers to trivia questions. New Stonebridge resident Hector Fajardo and his sons, Kane, 7, and Rogue, 5, were among the dozens of celebrants. “We just got our I.D. cards yesterday,” Fajardo said. “We’ve been here for a year and this is the first time we’ve come to an event like this.” Longtime Spring Hill residents Larry and Kim Pereira and their three boys made themselves at home with beach towels and snacks beneath a cabana, basking in the weather and taking advantage of yet another reason to celebrate their beloved community. “This is the best place to live; it really is,” Kim said, explaining how her family often brings visitors to the Beach Club. “Every time we come here, it’s always a good time. It’s like being far away from home, but not too far.” On Saturday morning, classic car fans strolled along rows of restored and rebuilt autos as youngsters explored nearly two dozen bounce-house structures and a rock climbing wall in the Kids Zone, while foodies lined up in front of food trucks selling specialty grilled cheese sandwiches, cold beverages and Cajun-style fare.

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“The purple Corvette with the flames,” said Luca Baker, 7, when asked which car was his favorite. His mom, Cory, brought him out for the second day of Ranch Fest. “I have three boys and they love cars,” she said. “They watch all the car auction shows. So, to see them in person is so awesome.” Gene Hair and his wife, Roberta, were among the owners who brought out their motorized babies for the morning’s display. Their 1938 Pontiac Business Coupe is a rare find and onlookers were treated to a pristine example of what once was a salesman’s mobile office. “I wanted a ’38 because that was the year I was born,” Hair said, explaining that at most car shows he’d see an abundance of Ford and Chevrolet automobiles. “It was a yucky green—the original color. After a couple years, we

decided to do a complete frame-off restoration. It’s a new car in an old car body.” As the day unfolded, an estimated 3,000 residents and guests took part in the weekend’s activities. Among them were a number of families that hopped into their golf carts and headed to the Stonebridge Ranch Beach & Tennis Club.

“We saw all the signs and my daughter said she wanted to come,” said Jim Prentice, an 8-year homeowner from Wellington. “We heard some music and I just called my son and all his friends are coming up.” Prentice, a Louisiana native, said he was particularly drawn to the Cajun Tailgators food truck and their menu offerings, including beignets and etoufee. “It’s pretty cool to have this in the neighborhood,” he said. Katrena and Christ Hart, their sons, Bo, 8, Tyler, 12, and a family friend, Bryce Hase, 11, also drove their golf cart to the fest. Chris read about Ranch Fest and made a point to plug the dates and times into his calendar. The family took part in just about every aspect of the weekend, from the Friday night pool party, to casting ballots for the best classic car contest, watching fireworks and even eating from at least three of the four food trucks. “It’s a fun thing to do for the family,” Chris said. “And we’re coming back for the run tomorrow after church.” F

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In the news Stonebridge Ranch receives proclamation Mayor recognizes development, officials by Tricia Scruggs Thousands of Stonebridge Ranch residents and friends and family, together with HOA and local officials witnessed the proclamation of July 26 as “Stonebridge Ranch Day.” Before introducing City of McKinney Mayor Brian Loughmiller, Stonebridge Ranch HOA Board President Jon Dell’Antonia acknowledged board members in attendance and thanked Association Manager Mike Lesku, the staff and anniversary committee for putting together Ranch Fest, a three-day celebration of the community’s 25th anniversary. Mayor Loughmiller read the official decree on the second day of the fest, telling an attentive crowd how he and his wife moved to Stonebridge in 1989 when the population was about 460 people. “Today it’s more than 30,000,” he said. “So there’s been tremendous growth and the area has grown in the right way. It’s the reason that we’ve all moved here.” According to the proclamation, Stonebridge Ranch consists of 5,000 acres, once known as the Flying M Ranch. Today, the acreage is made up of 68 residential villages, six parks, 830 acres of golf course, lakes and ponds for sailing and fishing, miles of hike and bike trails, an aquatic center and a tennis and beach club. Mayor Loughmiller thanked the HOA board for “doing a fantastic job,” managing budgets and helping ensure the development moves forward in the right direction. “I’m going to go ahead and proclaim the whole weekend,” he joked. “I can do that.” Ranch Fest kicked off on a Friday evening with a beach club party, featuring a DJ, free food and a games and prizes. On Saturday, classic cars filled one of the Beach and Tennis Club parking lots in the morning, while Kids Zone and a food truck court kept residents and their guests entertained and nourished from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. A concert with live

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band InVersion filled the evening, which was capped by a fireworks display. On Sunday, a fun run and Luau-themed beach party preceded the closing ceremony. Also during the fest, residents competed in numerous events, including a golf putt challenge, volleyball and tennis tournaments and baseball and football tosses. “I think 25 years ago, when the developers looked at this piece of land, which was just farm land at the time, and they had the vision to develop a master-planned community, I doubt that in their wildest dreams they would ever had anticipated it would turn out to be the beautiful community that it is today,” Board President Jon Dell‘Antonia said. “We should all take pride in living in one of the finest communities in the country.” F

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lIfestyle McKinney Ladies Association Fall Yard Sale Hundreds of sellers are expected and proceeds raised will provide scholarships for children of first responders. Registration is ongoing for anyone who would like to sell items during the McKinney Ladies Association’s community-wide Fall Yard Sale, which raises scholarship funds for the children of McKinney’s first responders. The Fall Yard Sale is set for 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 21, in the parking lot at Stonebridge United Methodist Church, 1800 S. Stonebridge Drive in McKinney. Members of the community may reserve a space to sell items (except food, drinks or other concessions). The cost to reserve one of the 126 available spaces is $45, and sellers’ reservations must be received by September 16. For details, please go online to www.TownSquareBuzz.com and click on the MLA flier with the registration form on TownSquareBuzz’s flier board (on the lower right side of the home page). Please direct any questions to coordinator Connie Hollstein-Drexel by email at cjhollstein@aol.com. MLA’s semiannual community-wide yard sales always draw hundreds of shoppers, giving sellers the chance to have a wide audience and lots of opportunities to sell their items! All shoppers are welcome and the sale will occur rain or shine. Adults are asked to donate $1 in order to browse and shop. About MLA: The McKinney Ladies Association (MLA) is dedicated to supporting the children and families of our community through special events and fundraising efforts. For more information about MLA or to find out how to become a member of this exciting women’s organization, please visit www.mckinneyladies.org. Look for us on Facebook at McKinney Ladies Association and on Twitter at @McKinneyLadies.

McKinney Area Newcomers Club If you are new to the McKinney area within the past two years, come join us for fun, information and friendship. Every month we have great speakers, nice door prizes, tasty refreshments and lots of good socializing with new friends. We invite you to join us for our monthly coffee meeting. For more information on Newcomers, visit www.mckinneynewcomers. com or newcomersTX@gmail.com. For our September program, we will be playing fun mixer games. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and have a blast! After the meeting, members will enjoy a fashion show and luncheon, featuring new clothing lines from our local Stein Mart department store, held at the Eldorado Country Club.

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lIfestyle Please join McKinney Area Newcomers at its meeting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 17, in the community room at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 5871 Virginia Parkway in McKinney. Social time with refreshments will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Voyagers Social Club of McKinney The next Voyagers Social Club meeting will be Thursday, September 26 at 10 a.m. in the Heard Craig Gallery, 306 N. Church St., in McKinney. Our program begins at 10:30 a.m. and will be presented by Cindy Johnson, Director of Chestnut Square in McKinney. The September program will be about the Ghosts of McKinney and will give details about the Legends of McKinney Ghost Walk coming up on October 19 and October 26. The Ghost Walk began in 2008, and is one of the most popular events to be hosted by the volunteers at Chestnut Square. The Voyagers social season is just beginning. Our organization is open to all women of McKinney and surrounding areas. We will be taking membership applications for new and renewing members and signing up for a variety of activity groups. The Club generally meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at the Craig-Heard

Gallery near the historic downtown McKinney Square. The goal of the Club is to promote friendship and offer ladies an opportunity to socialize and participate in a number of interest groups. Our meetings include a social hour, program and brief business meeting. For more information about our Club, contact voyagersofmckinney@gmail.com.

Home CEU Connection presents a Free Outdoor Family Movie Night Saturday, September 21 at 7:25 p.m. (Gates Open at 6 p.m.) Featuring: Despicable Me, a 2010 Animated film from Illumination Entertainment. The movie is hosted at ManeGait, 3160 N. Custer Road, McKinney. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and your favorite picnic foods. There will be bounce houses, pony rides and more! The purpose of this event is to bring community awareness to Mane Gate and the vast opportunities it offers to many people. The opportunities are endless through volunteer work, riding therapy for those in need, community service and fundraising opportunities. Even if riding therapy is not needed for a family; having this type of organization in our community is beyond a blessing. v

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fInancIal update Stonebridge Ranch Community Association, Inc. Comparative Income Statement As Of June 2013

Ytd Actual - June 2013

Ytd Budget - June 2013

Variance

Revenues Assessment Revenue & Associated Income . . . . . . . . . . 3,324,857 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,315,969 . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,888 Working Capital\Member Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62,158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51,705 . . . . . . . . . . . 10,453 Activities Income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17,168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,511 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,657 Amenity& Rental Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,538 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,980 . . . . . . . . . . (3,442) Investment Income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,855 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54,593 . . . . . . . . . . (7,738) Total Revenues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,480,576 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,469,757 . . . . . . . . . . . 10,818

Expenses Administrative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 549,445 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 541,422 . . . . . . . . . . (8,023) Regulatory/Taxes/Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153,454 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142,553 . . . . . . . . . (10,900) Other/Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86,921 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92,482 . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,561 Community Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36,452 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,926 . . . . . . . . . . (3,525) Landscape & Common Area Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365,239 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365,981 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 742 Landscape & Common Area Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . 1,133,120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,152,524 . . . . . . . . . . . 19,404 Irrigation Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184,037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79,681 . . . . . . . . (104,356) Aquatic Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83,398 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77,751 . . . . . . . . . . (5,646) Beach Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198,518 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208,900 . . . . . . . . . . . 10,382 Courtesy Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Lakes & Fountains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,627 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,081 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 455 Sport Courts, Fields, And Bldg Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,683 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,367 . . . . . . . . . . (2,316) Repair & Replacement Reserves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 705,622 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 707,655 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,033 Total Operating Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,577,682 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,481,644 . . . . . . . . . (96,038)

Net Income / (Loss) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (97,106) . . . . . . . . . . . (11,887) . . . . . (85,220)

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InsId e the hoa Ranch Fest Six Months in the Making The Stonebridge Ranch Community Association recently marked its 25th anniversary with a three day event that included pool parties, classic car show, kids zone, fun run, concert and fireworks. In all 3,000 residents and their guests participated in Ranch Fest making it the highest attended social event in the history of the Association. Putting on an event the size and scope of Ranch Fest takes a tremendous amount of hard work, organization, coordination and visionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;characteristics our Association has in abundance. The planning for Ranch Fest started in December of 2012 with the formation of the 25-Year Anniversary Committee. This committee, composed of Social & Communications committee members, board members and on-site staff, met often over the first six months of the year to establish the vision for Ranch Fest and to determine what types of events would be of interest to Association residents & could be accommodated within the Association common area properties. The committee felt it was important to use Ranch Fest to not only commemorate the Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Silver Anniversary but to also bring residents from all parts of the community together and further reinforce the â&#x20AC;&#x153;sense

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InsIde the hoa of community” amongst Association residents. The outcome was a variety of events that included old favorites such as the 80’s themed pool parties & classic car show, along with some new events like the evening concert and fireworks show. There was a little something for everyone at Ranch Fest. Turning Ranch Fest from a vision to a reality proved to be quite a challenge, but one that the committee and staff were up to. In all, committee and staff identified, contracted and coordinated with 31 different vendor and suppliers. Committee members and staff met with each vendor/ supplier and developed the scope of work each would be providing during Ranch Fest. In addition there were many infrastructure and ‘behind the scenes’ logistics that needed to be addressed in order to provide a safe and clean environment for residents. Some of those logistical items included first aid & safety, crowd control, traffic control and maintenance. Communicating Ranch Fest to the community also proved to be a challenge but one which our communications team met with very positive results as was proven by the number of attendees. All three Association communication vehicles—the website, e-news updates and monthly magazine—were used to communicate Ranch Fest to Association owners.

come. Staff decorated the pool veranda for the three pool parties, handed out Ranch Fest t-shirts and prizes, manned the first aid station, kept the common areas cleaned and maintained and coordinated with the Ranch Fest vendors and suppliers for set up and post event break down. It was an honor and a privilege to be a part of Ranch Fest. Thank you to all of the 25-Year Anniversary committee members, staff, sponsors and vendors for making Ranch Fest such a fantastic event! F

The magazine featured a series of articles promoting Ranch Fest beginning in April and culminating with the July issue, which included a 25-year commerative edition pull out section that showcased the weekend’s events and included some very interesting articles on the history of Stonebridge Ranch. The website included not only the Ranch Fest itinerary but also included special write ups for each event that included the date, time and location of each event, a description of the events and parking locations available for attendees. These event write ups were then supported through weekly e-news updates to the over 5,000 website registered users. Once the planning and communicating of Ranch Fest was complete it was time to hold the event. In all, 14 staff members worked a total of 177 hours between Friday evening and Sunday afternoon to turn Ranch Fest from an idea to a celebration that will be talked about by residents for years to Stonebridge Ranch HOA News x September 2013

around mckI n ney Meals on Wheels a Beneficiary of North Texas Giving Day Meals on Wheels is excited to be a part of North Texas Giving Day through DonorBridgeTX.org. On September 19, donors will be able to go to DonorBridgeTX.org and make a donation to Meals on Wheels (MOW). Through a generous matching funds opportunity, donations will be multiplied. The more initial donations MOW receives, the higher the match amount will be. Please consider making a donation to MOW on September 19. Additionally, you can help by getting the word out through your own personal email address book and social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and Gmail Google Circles or “create an event” for this date and send it out to your circle of influence. All support will benefit the more than 750 homebound seniors who rely on the Meals on Wheels program each day. Meals On Wheels and Senior Services of Collin County, a non-profit 501(c)(3), was founded in 1976 to serve the rapidly increasing needs of the area’s seniors, providing nutrition to improve their health by preparing and supplying meals to more than 750 homebound and isolated seniors daily. The seniors receiving meals through the Meals on Wheels program are unable to shop and/or

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prepare a balanced meal for themselves. Our staff and volunteers are often the only daily contact our seniors have. The mission is to combat isolation and promote the health, dignity and independence of those 60 years or older. For more information contact Meals on Wheels of Collin County, 600 N. Tennessee Street, McKinney, TX 75069. 927.562.6996 or www.mealsonwheelscc.org. F

Labor Day at the Beach 11 a.m. (BTC) 7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-10 am—Yoga (CR) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

Modifications Meeting 6 p.m. (BR) 7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-10 am—Yoga (CR) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

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Adult Triathlon, 7:30 a.m. (BTC)

7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC) 9-10 am—Yoga (CR) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

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8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

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7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC)

Evening on the Veranda, 7:30 p.m. (BTC) 8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC)

8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC)

7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC)

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4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

8:30-9:30 am—Camp Gladiator (BTC) 4-7 pm—Junior Tennis Classes, Select Tennis Academy (BTC)

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7:45-8:45 am—Fun Fitness (BTC) 9-9:45 am—Water Aerobics (AC) 9:30-10:30 am—Stroller Strides (BTC)

Labor Day at the beach, 11 a.m. (btc)

September 13 evening on the veranda, 7:30 p.m. (btc) September 28

Kids triathlon, 7:30 a.m. (btc)

september 29 adult triathlon, 7:30 a.m. (btc)

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your neIg hbor Resident Spotlight: Ray Ricchi How long have you been a Stonebridge resident? Since July of 1991

Are you originally from Texas? No. I was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and grew up in South Carolina.

Tell us about your family. I recently married Stephanie. We have six children from ages 28 to 15, a 2-year-old grandson and another on the way.

Which activities do you all enjoy together? Family game nights and movies!

What’s it like serving on the City Council? I’m very proud to service our citizens and be their voice. It’s amazing how much our city has grown while still maintaining its original culture and ambiance.

In your opinion, what are District 4’s top priorities/issues? There are a few: safe family infrastructure, which includes schools, parks and roadways. Also, continuing to develop neighborhoods that maintain our community’s priorities, preserving homeowners rights and supporting the build-out of the Adriatica development.

As Executive Director of Meals on Wheels and Senior Services in Collin County, what are your primary responsibilities? Strategic planning, operations, managing and attaining the necessary resources to meet the services, programs and activities that provide home delivered lunch, supplemental evening and weekend meals and lunch meals at four senior centers and Senior Services in Collin County. We deliver around 188,000 meals annually to seniors in Collin County. “Our mission is to combat isolation and promote the heath, dignity and independence of those 60 years or older.” Every day is like Christmas morning when our seniors see a smiling, caring volunteer at their door with a hot, healthy, delicious meal!

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Do you have a favorite professional baseball team? The Boston Red Sox! My grandfather grew up surrounded by New York Yankee fans in the family. When I was born, he claimed me as his teammate for the Red Sox. So, I guess you would say I was born into it. I’d love to see the Rangers win a World Series though.

What’s your bet advice for new residents? Welcome Home! Our community embraces everyone. You can be as involved as you want to be and truly have an impact.

Final question: What’s one thing most folks don’t know about you? At the University of South Carolina I was the intramural team horseshoe champion. F

Keeping up with compliance September brings the end of the beach season with Labor Day activities. The children are now in school so please drive carefully…

Landscaping:

This month is the time to start choosing your trees ready for installation before the end of October and also the time to choose new sod and grass seed.

House Numbers:

In case of emergencies it is wise to keep your house number clear of growing shrubs and trees.

Violations—How do I report one?

If you think there is a violation in your neighborhood you may report it in several ways; the “contact us” section of the web site at www.stonebridgeranch.com; calling the office at 214.733.5800; by fax at 214.778.0500 or emailing your compliance coordinator directly.

How do I receive a violation?

You will receive violations by regular mail or certified mail only. Compliance does not put letters or notes on doors or in mailboxes.

Who sends me a violation? The compliance coordinators inspect all villages about

every 14 days. When violations are received from other sources i.e. phone, email, fax or the web, the compliance coordinator will inspect the property in question and send out any necessary violations.

Why doesn’t the compliance coordinator get the violation corrected immediately? There is a legal process called the Covenant Fining and Enforcement Policy that has to be followed. In this process, a postcard is sent; if not corrected after 10 days a letter is sent; if not corrected after 10 days a second letter; and then if not corrected after 30 days the fining process will commence. If there is no cure to the violation after these actions, the case will go to the Board of Directors for a decision.

If I receive a violation which I do not think is correct what should I do? Call the office and speak to your compliance coordinator if you think you received a violation and you should not have, or if you want to explain the situation.

Modifications: Following are some of the items needing approval before installation: arbor, pool, spa, waterfall, gazebo, deck, patio, sheds, swing set, play-set, playhouse, additions or remodels. You are in violation if approval is not obtained.

Submitting a Modification Online: Go to www.cmamanagement.com. If you are not registered you will need to register. Your account begins with 003. Click on Customer Service, ACC Request, New ACC Request, and the form will appear. Fill out the form and add any required documentation (survey plat, drawings, photos, etc). Please call us if you have questions, 214.733.5800 and ask for Compliance. Compliance meetings are now held as needed. All applications are reviewed on line by the Modifications Committee and an answer is sent back as soon as a decision has been made.

Address Changes

It is important if you move that you contact the CMA corporate office to advise us of the address change at 972.943.2800 or go to cmamanagement.com This is imperative if you decide to rent or lease your home. All homeowners, renters, or persons leasing a home, must abide by the Stonebridge Ranch Guidelines and CC&R’s. You may look up all guidelines on the website, www. stonebridgeranch.com. If you have questions, please call us at 214.733.5800 or come by the office at 6201 Virginia Parkway. Denise Spain, Courtney Birmingham and Rony Peterson are CMA Compliance Coordinators, Stonebridge Ranch Community Association, Inc. F

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Stonebridge Ranch Village Designations Denise

Courtney

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Adriatica Aspendale Ballantrae Canterbury Cascades Coronado Crimson Ridge Eagle Creek Fairway Falcon Creek Fountainview The Gallery Greenbriar Hackberry Ridge Hickory Hill Kings Lake Parkview Estates Somerset Summer Glen Symphony Timber Crossing Wellington Point Woodhaven

Autumn Ridge Brightwood Cypress Crossing Fieldstone Place Freedom Park Hillsborough Isleworth LaCima Haven LaCima Manor LaCima Meadows Lakeside Crossing Liberty Place Maybery Park Quail Creek Saddlehorn Creek Saddlehorn Ridge Stratford Manor Stone Canyon Stonebridge Estates Tanglewood Thornberry Ridge Waterbury Wren Creek Wyndsor/Heritage

Arbor Glen Arbor Hollow Briar Ridge Bridge Point The Enclave Grand Traditions Hills Creek Knightsbridge Lake Point Live Oak Meadow Ridge Muirfield Point Pecan Crossing Saddlebrook Crossing Spring Hill Stanford Meadow Summer Point Wildwood Crossing Willow Brook Woodland Bridge Wynn Ridge

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around the ranch Home values in Stonebridge Ranch are increasing by Courtney Hugghins By now you have probably heard that we are currently experiencing a higher turnover in home sales. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard stories about homes selling before the real estate sign was even in the yard and homeowners are receiving multiple offers within days of listing their homes for sale. On average, homes in McKinney were only on the market for 36 days in June. That is down significantly from 60 days this time last year. It is likely that when the July statistics come out, that number will be even lower. Since June of last year, the median sales price of homes has risen 13% in McKinney and closer to 15% within Stonebridge Ranch. Additionally, the price per square foot has gone from $86 up to $96 in McKinney. Homes in Stonebridge Ranch maintain a better average price per square foot than McKinney as a whole. In June of last year homes were selling for $93 per square foot in Stonebridge Ranch and are now up to nearly $100 per square foot. Low interest rates, job opportunities in the metroplex and great distinctions such as #2 on Money Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2012

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Best Places to Live List all contribute to the rise in demand for homes in McKinney. In Stonebridge Ranch, our great amenities and the care we take of our homes are reflected in the increased value we see within the McKinney market as well. F

At the Law Offices of Dana C. Palmer, they believe that divorce doesn’t have to be so hard.

as a battle, with each spouse trying to extract as much money as possible from the other, then no one ‘wins.’

“What we try to do is get people through a divorce in the healthiest way possible so that everyone can move on to the next chapter in their lives, in the best way possible,” says Dana, creator of the Soft Divorce® brand. “We don’t define success by the other party’s failure. Instead, our goal is for our client, their children, and even their soon-to-be-ex-spouse, to be as healthy as possible after the divorce.”

“I’m the type of person who is always looking a better way to do something—and when I find that better way, I feel compelled to share it with others,” Dana explains. “That’s why I’m now sharing the Soft Divorce® program worldwide.”

A better way to divorce It’s a concept that Dana created after focusing his law firm in McKinney on family law in 2011. “I opened the firm in 2006, practicing a wide variety of cases. I soon realized that family law cases provided me with the biggest opportunity to help people and that’s when I decided to narrow my focus,” Dana says. Quickly, he says, he saw that when divorce is approached

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Soft Divorce® is a concept and framework of best practices in family law and divorce procedures that aim to keep divorces civil, family-oriented, healthy and as painfree and stress-free as possible. “I believe in Soft Divorce® because it’s better than a ‘hard divorce.’” Dana says. “At the end of the day, former spouses will always be parents together and they need to have the best possible relationship with one another, as well as with their kids. A Soft Divorce® allows for that.”

Happier, healthier results Of course, the firm’s approach doesn’t mean that they’ll simply “lie down” and take whatever the other party’s attorney is offering. “There are times that we have to, and we do, ‘play hard-ball,’” Dana says. “We go into court knowing that we’ve taken the high road, but we’re willing to do whatever it takes to get the healthy result we’re after.” When prospective clients first hear about the firm’s Soft Divorce brand, Dana says, they’re often relieved to discover that there’s a healthier way to go through the divorce process. “You always see on TV and hear about divorces where people end up hating each other and losing so much,” he says. “We show people a different and better way.” For more information, please call or visit our website.

bIt s & pI eces Doing good—2.5-Mile Fun Run a success Caloies burned…check. Family time…check. Free T-shirt…check. Helping those in need…check! Special thank you to all that participated in the 2.5-Mile Fun Run during Ranch Fest. We are pleased to report that we collected 6 large totes of food and $125 in monetary donations! “I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate your contribution to our Food Pantry!,” said Leon Veazey of the Salvation Army.

Classic Car Show Start your engines. The cars at the Classic Car Show were quite the crowd pleasers. You may collect cars as a hobby, investment or both, but one thing is for sure, the cars at Ranch Fest were jaw-dropping awesomeness. The Stonebridge Ranch winner was a smooth, blue and silver ‘57 Chevy BelAir. This convertible had most of its original features and the detailed work—inside and out—would make your momma blush. These were good ol’ American classics.

Bounce House Anyone? The Kid Zone was off the charts! We had over 20 different bounce houses, with one spanning 125 feet. The extreme slide and rock wall were a huge hit! We won’t say names, but many adults were getting in on the kid zone activities too!

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bIts & pIe ces St. Gabriel’s 6th Annual Charity Golf Outing The sixth annual St. Gabriel’s Charity Golf Outing will be Friday, October 4, at Ridgeview Ranch. Funds raised will be used to support the Outreach Ministries that serve the needy of McKinney and our community.

Please note your homeowner‘s asssociation may have guidelines and architectural requirements if your rain barrel will bevisible at your home. Barrels can be painted to reflect personal taste or to better blend into the landscape or architecture. Plants can also help camouflage the barrel. You may register for the class online and pay for barrels at workshop. Questions should go to Martha Cavazos Fipps, Environmental Education Coordinator City of McKinney, email: green@ mckinneytexas.org Direct: 972.547.7335 Register at www.mckinneytexas.org/green.

Sponsor opportunities are available through Mike Maus at 972.529.9284. Sign up for the 1:30 p.m. shotgun start at www.stgabriel.org/golf; donate items for the popular raffle to Angela Wolden at 972.542.7170 x 224; and golfer Goodie Bag items go to Joyce Martin at 214.733.5807. Please join us for a great afternoon of fun and fellowship and support the sixth annual St. Gabriel’s Charity Golf Outing.

Build Your Own Rain Barrel September 19 The City of McKinney Environmental Education Department is offering a Green Seminar on building your own rain barrel. Rain is free, discover how to capture it. Learn about rainwater harvesting and build your very own barrel. Find out how you can collect and direct the rain in ways that create backyard beauty, lessen the dependence on using city water in the garden, and reduce runoff. Rain barrels are $50 each. More details here. Rain barrels are constructed from repurposed food grade containers, capacity is 55 gallons. The barrels measure 24 inches in diameter and are 36 inches tall. Each participant will be provided with insect netting, a hose bib (faucet), caulk, and adaptor. The barrel will be fully functional and ready to be placed under a down spout. Stonebridge Ranch HOA News x September 2013

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Stonebridge Ranch Beach & Tennis Club 2013 Fall Junior Tennis Program

10 & Under Tennisâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mighty Mites (ages: 4-6)

Session Dates:

USTA using smaller racquets, larger balls and smaller

August 26-September 19; September 23-October 17; October

courts. This class will enhance hand-eye coordination,

21-November 14; November 18-December 19

movement, balance and begin grooving efficient stroke

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This class will get children off to a great start playing tennis using the new 10 & under format introduced by the

socIal scene patterns. Days: Tuesday & Thursday; Time: 4-5 p.m.; Cost: $125 per month.

10 & Under Tennisâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Junior Development (ages: 7-10) This class teaches students the skills needed to play and enjoy tennis using the 10 & Under Format introduced by the USTA. Players will use low-compression balls and play on smaller courts. Days: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday; Time: 4-5 p.m.; Cost: $125 per month.

Future Stars (ages: 11 & up) Future Stars is designed for beginner and intermediate tennis players ages 11 and up. Players learn solid fundamentals so they will continue to improve and enjoy tennis. Days: Monday & Wednesday; Time: 5-6 p.m.; Cost: $125 per month.

Tennis Academy For players who are competing monthly in ZAT, Champ and Super Champ tournaments. Topics covered include stroke production, tactics and strategy, quickness drills, mental toughness and point play. Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; Time: 5-7 p.m.; Cost: $215 for two days per week per month, $290 for three days per week per month, $355 for four days per week per month. To register online, visit www.TennisCoachDave.com or call Dave Wiest at 214.733.5810 or Luis Herrera at 214.733.5811.

2013 Stonebridge Ranch Triathlon Weekend Bring out the whole family to race, September 28-29 at the Stonebridge Ranch Beach and Tennis Club for the Playtri Kids Triathlon, with the Stonebridge Ranch Intermediate and Sprint Triathlons. Stonebridge residents get $10 off their mail-in entry for any race. For more details and registration, visit www. playtri.com/sbr

Want to volunteer? Contact info@playtri.com. Message from Playtri regarding traffic concerns: The adult race is held on a Sunday morning and so we would like to make sure residents are aware of the course and

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possible delays. Please allow an extra 20 minutes to get to your destinations between 7:30-10:30 a.m. The participants are in a race atmosphere so please use caution when turning in and out of neighborhoods where you see cyclists or runners. We ask them to use caution on race day as well. We will have police directing traffic and they will do their best to get you where you want to go with the safety of you and the cyclists as a top priority. This year’s course will be the same as last year’s. From the Stonebridge Ranch Beach and Tennis Club, the cyclists will exit east on Virginia Parkway, turn right and head south on Ridge Road, turn right and head west on Berkshire, turn left and continue south on Hillside, turn right and head west on El Dorado Parkway, turn right and head north on Alma, turn right and continue south on Stonebridge Drive, turn right and head east on Virginia Parkway. The runners will use the beautiful bike/run paths around the area and will only cross a few neighborhood entrances. Your patience and cooperation is greatly appreciated. For questions or more information, please call 214.697.6922.

Labor Day at the Beach, Free Document Shredding! It’s time to shred all of your old documents! In conjunction with Labor Day at the Beach on September 2, Guardian Mortgage Company, Inc. is sponsoring a Secure On-Site Shredding, Inc. mobile shredding truck from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in an effort to assist you with protecting your identity. The mobile shredding truck will be parked in front of the association office for Stonebridge residents to come out and shred unlimited, unwanted documents. This service is free of charge so don’t miss this opportunity! Stonebridge Ranch HOA News x September 2013

socIal scene At 11 a.m. the fun begins at the Beach Club for a fun-filled day. Festivities and games will begin at 11 a.m. with a DJ playing all of your favorite tunes until 4 p.m. Games will be held at the Beach Club and will include hula-hoop contests, tug-of-war, bouncy ball races and everyone’s favorite, “Heads Up.”

Evening on the Veranda Looking for a relaxing way to end a busy week? Perhaps a local spot where you can enjoy the outdoors, listen to some great music and sip your favorite wine. Grab your folding chair and join us at the Beach & Tennis Club on the second Friday in September and October for Evening on the Veranda. Pack your favorite libation; grab a neighbor, group of friends, your spouse or a date on Friday, September 13, from 7-9:30 p.m. for Eric Erickson. Eric has over 400 songs on his playlist and it should be a great evening. Glass containers are prohibited, so be sure to purchase aluminum or plastic containers. Coolers will be checked at the gate. Line up a babysitter! This is an adult only non-swimming, smoke free event and you must be 21 years to enter. Light snacks, sodas and water will be available. Gates open at 7 p.m. and live music begins at 7:30 p.m. Photo ID is required and there is a $5 fee for non-resident guests. Mark your calendars for October 11 and enjoy Elvis impersonator Kenny Wickman.

Casino Trip to Choctaw Let’s go to Choctaw! Join your friends and have some fun on a trip to Choctaw Casino. The group leaves from the Stonebridge Ranch Tennis Club on August 30 at 9 a.m. on a private deluxe motorcoach charter. You’ll have five hours at the casino to try your luck out, arriving back by 5 p.m. Cost is $13. You will get $10 on your player’s card upon arrival and a $7 discount off the lunch buffet. It’s a winning deal from the start. Make your reservation today by calling Gotta Go Tours by Patti at 972.355.1189. F

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“Waldo”

Little Waldo was turned into a high kill shelter in the country after his family, the one he’d had all his life, no longer had time for him. When CCHS heard his story, a foster quickly stepped up and took him into their foster care program where he is now waiting for his furrver home. Waldo is an absolute sweetheart who loves to follow his foster mom around or lay quietly in his bed next to her while she is cooking. He is quite the companion! Waldo has great manners. He is crate trained and house trained and sleeps quietly throughout the night in his crate. He is about 6 years old, weighs 11 pounds, is neutered, heartworm negative, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped. He does have an old back injury that can flare up from time to time if he re-injures it by jumping. And although he loves kids, he would do best in an adult only home or in a home with older, more considerate, children who understand his condition. He does well with other dogs, is good on leash and rides well in the car. So, if you are interested in meeting this special little guy, please fill out an application online at http://www.collincountyhumanesociety. org/adoption-application.html and you will be contacted by his foster family. Stonebridge Ranch HOA News x September 2013

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