Fish, Walk, Enjoy - The Plum Creek Lake Subdivision Social Groups
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Fish, Walk, Enjoy - The Plum Creek Lake Subdivision Social Groups
s s e r Plum Creek P A Publication of the Homeowner’s Association Volume 6, Number 2 March 2006 www.plumcreektxhoa.com Plum Creek - Kyle, TX Fish, Walk, Enjoy - The Plum Creek Lake By Mike Davis The residents of Plum Creek have a tremendous asset offering great family fun. The ponds or lakes offer a unique place to enjoy an outdoor experience for the entire family. Many people enjoy walks on the hiking trails that wind around the perimeter of the lakes. The lakes are for the exclusive use of Plum Creek residents and offer the opportunity to fish quality waters virtually in our backyard. Numerous species of birds including wild ducks, and egrets are commonly seen, as well as deer, rabbits and other animals. Plum Creek is growing and management of community areas such as our pools, Dog Park, and the lakes is crucial to preserve these assets for our residents. The lakes are an important part of our community and many residents are concerned with the increased use of the facility by non-residents. To this end several Plum Creek residents under the Homeowners Association (HOA) have organized to ensure that the lake assets will remain a functional and enjoyable environment for the Plum Creek Community. A primary concern is the use of the lakes for fishing, the littering of the lakeshore, and removal of large numbers of fish by non-residents. New signage coupled with enforcement efforts by the HOA and Texas Parks and Wildlife wardens to eliminate fishing continued on page 5 Maxim Pope with a “big un” from the lake at Plum Creek in the lakes by non-residents will soon be in effect. The goal of this effort is to preserve the lakes as an ongoing asset that offers an enjoyable family outdoor experience, Subdivision Social Groups - From Cards to Carbs By Recreation Committee Are you interested in Golf, Cars, Bridge group, or a Dinner group? We are looking to start a few clubs/groups in the neighborhood. This is a great way to meet some of your neighbors that have the same interest as you. Last month we placed this ad in the classified section of the newsletter and we got a really good response from everyone. We decided to place an article this month giving out a little more information and to hopefully get even more of a response from you! What better way to get to know your neighbors that to have a little friendly competition / interaction with them! Looking for people interested in activities with other Plum Creek residents, here are some of the groups that we have interest in so far: Bunko Dinner Golf Poker Bridge There will be an open house and sign up sheet at the new center by the pool on Fergus on Wednesday, March 8. The times will be 10am to noon and 4pm to 8pm. Come up and have a soda and talk about what groups you are interested in. If you can not make it, but you are interested in being a part of a group mentioned here or INSIDE have an idea for a HOA Street Tree new group, please Assessment News.... 4 contact Brandee Plum Creek Otto at 405-0159 or Committee Page ... 14 Brandeelotto Free Neighborhood @yahoo.com Classifieds ............. 20 Continued on page 7 Plum Plum Creek Press 2 March 2006 3 Plum Creek Press HOA Special Assessment and the Value of Plum Creekʼs Street Trees By Plum Creek HOA In light of the HOAʼs recent decision to collect a $20.00 per household special assessment for the purpose of replacing dead street trees, I would like to offer the following background on the overall value and importance of our neighborhoodʼs trees. To begin, the ranch that is now being developed into the Plum Creek community was historically used for cotton farming and cattle and goat grazing. The lack of native tree cover was a benefit to the farmer and rancher who needed flat open land with which to work. For the homeowner however, the lack of trees is a substantial detraction to the aesthetic and functional value of a community. Tree-lined streets are much more than an aesthetic accent used by the developer to differentiate this neighborhood from that neighborhood. The value of these trees as community 4 infrastructure is an undersold and misunderstood asset that deserves our shared attention. The Plum Creek development is the largest suburban reforestation project in Hays County. A minimum of four trees are to be planted on each lot within Plum Creek, and some corner lots may have as many as seven trees. Plum Creek has an average density of four homes per acre when excluding open space - 4 homes * 4 trees each = 16 new trees per acre, or 4 trees * 1,200 occupied lots = 4,800 new trees planted within Plum Creek since home construction began in 1999. These trees provide a tremendous value to each of us everyday. There is an extensive amount of data available about what these trees do for our community and our environment. Some residents have questioned whether tree replacement constitutes a “general benefit” to the association and the HOA Board has no question that it does. For the record, the HOAʼs attorney has verified the legality of this special assessment. The street trees and yard trees that have been planted through-out Plum Creek save every homeowner money every month while improving our quality of life. These trees reduce home cooling costs by providing shade. They cool the ambient air temperature through evapotranspiration and by providing shade to the sidewalks and streets which absorb sunlight and continue to radiate heat during the night. The EPA estimates this cooling effect can reduce air temps by as much as 9 degrees and can reduce home cooling costs by as much as 25%. Trees reduce storm water runoff, store carbon and improve March 2006 continued from page 4 air quality by releasing oxygen and filtering the air. Additionally, trees make walking in Plum Creek cooler and safer by creating a physical barrier between pedestrians and cars. I would encourage people to visit the EPAʼs heat island resource page http://www.epa.gov/heatisland/ index.html and the American Forests website @ www.americanforests.org/ for additional information about the many benefits of trees. The following link is another excellent resource for understanding the value of urban trees. www.na.fs.fed.us/spfo/pubs/uf/ techguide/values.htm. Street trees are part of the infrastructure of Plum Creek. They provide an indisputable benefit and increase the property values for all of Plum Creekʼs residents. The HOA reserves funds to repair alleyways and the use of a special assessment to collect funds to replace street trees is no different. The board is going to utilize the funds from the special assessment to restore a portion of Plum Creekʼs infrastructure. The monies collected will be used exclusively for the replacement of planting strip trees. Homeowners with dead trees, (whether or not they live in their home – i.e., investor owners) will be required to pay an additional $100 per tree towards the costs of replacing their dead trees. Hopefully this letter has shed some additional light on the value these trees represent to our community and the course of action taken by the HOA board. continued from page 1 as well as maintaining a quality fishing environment. Mark your calendars for the upcoming FAMILY FISHING DAY in June. The event will feature instruction, bait and fishing poles and unique photo opportunities. Watch the newsletter for upcoming details. Take a kid fishing!! Take advantage of the lakesenjoy the animals and birds. The spring wildflowers around the lake are beautiful and watch for the Osprey that drops in now and then. And please donʼt litter – Leave nothing but tracks. 5 Plum Creek Press 6 March 2006 Continued from page 1 MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR - THE SALAZARʼS Name/occupation: David A. Salazar - Executive Assistant, Travis County Health and Human Services and Veterans Service, also serve as District 3 (at large) representative on Kyle City Council and Kyle’s Public Safety Committee, as a board member of Hays Education Foundation, Hays County Area Food Bank and ENVISION Central Texas, and a committee member of CAPCOG’s Grant Review Committee (TRACS), Hays CISDs Growth Impact Committee, and Central Texas Medical Center’s Kyle Advisory Council Esperanza Orosco - Bilingual Elementary School Teacher with Hays CISD (Hemphill Elementary) and Board Member of Community Action Inc. of Hays, Caldwell and Blanco Counties (a local nonprofit working to help move families out of poverty); Mercedes Salazar - Student at Barton Middle School, member of Barton Band, 2nd Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo City/State from which you moved to Kyle: We moved to Plum Creek after living in South Austin for a couple of years. Our family is originally from San Antonio. How did you end up moving to Plum Creek? We had always felt an attraction to this area and when we saw Plum Creek being developed and toured the neighborhood, we knew we’d found our home. What is your favorite feature in Plum Creek? Our neighbors and the sense of community. I don’t think we have ever lived in a place where everybody is so friendly and helpful - we’ve got the greatest neighbors. rides in our local area. We are also proud to support our community and school events. Do you have a favorite restaurant or store in Kyle? In the mornings, we love to go to the Lucky Cup for a decaf mocha or hot chocolate and bagel. But it is always a treat to visit Bordeaux’s or the Motley Menagerie, or to pick up a pie from Julie and Spencer at the Texas Pie Company - and no weekend would be complete without breakfast and good conversation at Fonzie’z. What is one thing about you that most people would be surprised to know? That I (David) don’t always dress like one of the Blues Brothers. Hobbies/Interests? Bike riding - even though we don’t always get a chance. For the past 3 years, we have made it a tradition of traveling to Wichita Falls in August to ride in one of the largest organized rides in the US. We are hoping to do more 7 Plum Creek Press Quality and Affordable Lawn Care • Townhouses $25.00 • Houses $ 35.00 Includes Mow, Weedeat, Edge & Spring/Fall Fertilize Call today to schedule an appointment 698-1744 8 March 2006 9 Plum Creek Press $4,000 AND 26.2 - Open Letter From Marathon Runner Imagine this scenario. Youʼve been deployed to Balad Air Base, Iraq in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM for the last 160 days. Youʼve given your heart and soul to providing the best emergency nursing care possible to the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines who have been injured defending our freedom. With relief and joy you return home to your family, but only a week later your joy turns to despair as your husband is diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. And less than 6 weeks later, you face the inconceivable reality of bringing him home to die. I will be training for the San Diego Rock ʻn Roll Marathon on June 4 with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Societyʼs (LLS) Team in Training. The main focus of this group is fund raising for the LLS, with 75% of all funds raised going directly to research and patient support programs (you can find out more at teamintraining.org). Iʼve set a personal goal of raising $4,000 by May 15th. All donations are 100% tax deductible and go to an amazing organization that is actively seeking a cure for blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. This is what happened to one of my dearest friends at my Air Force Reserve unit, the 433 Medical Squadron. As soon as I heard about her husbandʼs diagnosis I immediately began to think about what I could do for my friend. Unfortunately, other than prayers and emotional support there was little that I could do and I felt very helpless. Now I have finally found something that I can do to honor John and hopefully help Diane in some small way, but I need your help! You can send a donation of any amount to me at 5502 Hartson, or you can donate on-line at http://www.active.com/ donate/tntctx/tntctxKJakuba. Thanks for your help! Help find a cure to cancer in our lifetime! 10 Many Thanks, Kelsey Jakubauskas 5502 Hartson 405-0337 March 2006 11 Plum Creek Press March 2006 At The Fence - Good News Travels Fast Reminder - DROUGHT We did have a little rain, but please remember that Kyle is in stage II drought conditions and watering restrictions are in effect. GOOD NEWS - Dog Not Gone THANK YOU ~ On behalf of myself, my children and SISTER I want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts! SISTER was found living the “high life” with a family a few blocks away by a wonderful family who took excellent care of her. I cannot express our thanks enough. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! - The Browning Family & SISTER Front Porch Days - GARAGE SALE May! Just before Plum Creek Press went to the printer we learned that the days for this year’s Front Porch Days will be May 6 and 7... so get ready for a great time... and an awesome community-wide garage sale! Evan-tually got in! Last month we failed to include the following: Family and friends came together at the Stanley’s home on January 7 for a birthday celebration. “It just seems like yesterday that I was feeling you below my heart. Now you are part of all our hearts.” All our love Mom, Dad and Joshua. Happy 2nd Birthday, Evan John. Evan’s Dad celebrated too! The fun has just begun, Tim is turning 41! Tim Stanley was surprised by family and friend at Tres Amigos on Feb 11th. The group came together for good food and some wild entertainment. Tim was surprised by his family, since his birthday is on the 15th. Good Cause and Good Exercise! Plum Creek resident Kelsey Jakubauskas is running in the San Diego Rock-n-Roll Marathon to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! She’d like you to know that your tax deductible contribution can help LLS find a cure to cancer in our lifetime! Check out her website at: http://www.active.com/donate/tntctx/ tntctxKJakuba Healing Springs Church A New Church Plant in San Marcos!!! Desire to lead or minister? Be a part of our launch team! We need Worshippers Musicians Intercessors Teachers We Value: Extravagant Praise and Worship Prayer Godʼs Word Healing – Physical and Emotional Those Gifted in: Empowering the Believer Dance World Missions Drama Servant Evangelism Contact Pastor Brian at: 512-504-3149 or E-mail: [email protected] 12 March 2006 The Weeds Have Made Their Presence Known By David Brown Attention Homeowners: Broadleaf, Dandelions, Milkweed, and Clover have taken off in your area, and with recent rains, they will quickly spread. Please take steps to remove and control these weeds on your property by physical uprooting, or by the use of chemicals. PLEASE, do not allow them to spread to your neighbors! The easiest way to stop weeds from invading your lawn and garden is preventing them in the first place. Proper practices can be instrumental in discouraging weed establishment. Here are some helpful tips to achieve a beautiful, weed-free lawn and garden: • Avoid light, frequent waterings or overwatering. Plants that receive deep, infrequent watering, generate extensive root systems. Strong roots foster thick, hearty plants and lawns that with- • • • stand stress, preventing invasions from pests, weeds and disease. Fertilize your lawns and gardens on a regular basis. Always cut lawns at the proper mowing height. Never cut off more than 1/3 of the grass blade at one time. Keep mower blades sharp to avoid tearing plant leaves. Scalping or mowing too closely will stress your lawn, while weeds thrive under these conditions. A dense, healthy, vigorous stand of grass will resist the intrusion of weeds. Stop weeds before they can seed or develop extensive root structures. Remove existing weeds by pulling or hoeing them or use an all-purpose weed killer of your choice. Then apply a pre-emergent control to prevent new weeds from germinating. Your assistance in maintaining your yard and controlling these noxious weeds is greatly appreciated. Re-elect Commissioner Susie Carter Representative Jerry Madden and Commissioner Susie Carter Madden carried the Good Government bill that Carter initiated to improve elections in Texas and Hays Co. Through their diligence, the bill is now law. Paid Pol. Ad, Susie Carter Campaign, Gerhardt Schulle,Treasurer 13 Plum Creek Press HOA Committee Page - Get Involved! Lake Committee The Plum Creek Lake Committee is going to hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:00p.m. at the new swimming pool (450 Haupt). This meeting is for all residents who may be concerned about the management of our lake area. For more information, contact Les Vaughan @ 699-9309. Landscaping Committee The Landscape Committee will meet at Lucky Cup on the Second Sunday of each month at 2 PM. Anyone interested in serving as a volunteer on the committee and participate in the award of the Yard of the Month, Holiday Decorations Contest, or assisting the HOA and residents with landscaping issues, please join us. For additional information, contact Inez Scott at 922-0736 or [email protected]. Recreation Committee We will be having our annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday April 15th from 10:00am until Noon. More details coming soon. If you would like to volunteer to help out the recreation committee to prepare for this event, either prior to the event or the day of, please call Brandee Otto at 405-0159. 14 Monitoring and Safety Committee With the community growing at record pace, we are always looking for more residents to become active in the Monitoring and Safety Committee and Neighborhood Watch. If you are interested in taking part in this committee or Neighborhood Watch, please contact Sandy L. Stevens at 268-1585 or by e-mail at pcmonitor-safetycomm@austi n.rr.com. Publicity Committee The Publicity Committee is responsible for the creation and distribution of the Plum Creek Press. Anyone who is interested in contributing to this newsletter is invited to our monthly meetings. The next meeting will be March 20, 2005 at 7:00pm at The Lucky Cup Coffeehouse. The folks who volunteer for the Plum Creek Press are amazing and some of the best neighbors around. They are might, mighty appreciated. We are currently seeking writers to contribute monthly features. For more information about the Publicity Committee or to inquire how to join, e-mail Sean Claes at: [email protected]. March 2006 Dress Up Your Lawn If those pretty, sunny days have you “itching” to get outside, try dressing up your yard this March. By Christina Baese, Landscape Committee Member With spring here and summer just around the corner, many of us fear drought and stressed lawns. To get ready for the upcoming heat, get started preparing your lawn this month. With a few simple steps this spring and some summer maintenance, we can all have beautiful green lawns with less work and less water. March is a great time to aerate your lawn. Aeration helps improve compact and heavy clay soils by letting in more light, water, and fertilizer, especially where the kids and pets run and play. It offers your lawn an inexpensive face-lift. The day before you plan to aerate, pull weeds and then, lay down some top-dressing – aka compost. Day One: Apply top-dressing and water deeply. Top-dressing is a fancy term for a 1⁄2 inch layer of compost spread on your lawn. It is crucial for improving soil, drainage, and beneficial organisms. Also, it decreases thatch and holds in moisture, reducing summer watering by as much as 50%. Consider top-dressing as mulch for your grass. Some great composts include Lady Bug Revitalizer Compost, Dillo Dirt, or any other compost from mushroom to cotton burr to turkey. Once you have distributed the compost, this is great time to reseed your lawn or fill in bare patches. When finished, rake in the compost and/or seed and water deeply. phosphorus. Repeat your fertilizer application again in midOctober. If your lawn is struggling this summer, an optional treatment can be applied in June. Involve your neighbors. Be sure to involve your neighbors in your garden projects and lawn maintenance. Often, you can split the costs of the aerator and the fertilizers. Maintain your lawn all summer. From now until fall, remember to water deeply and less frequently for deeper roots. Pull weeds when you see them. Only mow the top 1/3 of your grass at any time to reduce stress and promote deep roots. (Bermuda and Zoysia grasses like heights of 1.5 to 2 inches.) Keep your mower sharp and leave your grass clippings on your lawn, as they act as natural fertilizers. Lastly, pamper your lawn and your plants with a foliar feed on a weekly to monthly basis. Some great feeds include Garrett Juice, Medina Plus, Maxicrop Seaweed, Lady Bug Terra Tonic, Alaska Fish Emulsion, or Aerobic Compost Tea from Natural Gardener. With these few simple steps, we can all have lovely and healthy green lawns. If you have any questions about your lawn or garden, email us at [email protected] . Day Two – Aerate your lawn. Now, you are ready to aerate the lawn. You can rent a machine from Home Depot or Lowe’s or purchase some aerating shoes. When you finish aerating your lawn, it is time to sit back and relax until April. When April arrives, it’s time to fertilize Once mid-April hits, fertilizing takes top priority. Before you start, it is a great idea to test your soil. For the most part, area soils lack Nitrogen, an important ingredient in a healthy lawn. If you want to test your soil, you may contact the Hays County Extension Office for instructions on how to do this. One of the best fertilizers for our area is Lady Bug Natural 8-2-4 Lawn and Garden Fertilizer. Otherwise, choose a natural or certified organic fertilizer low in 15 Plum Creek Press How Warm Winter Affects Landscapes By Debby Cole Of Greater Texas Landscape Service Several folks have asked recently how this warm winter has affected landscapes and what they should be doing now. Thought I would get this out to everyone even mildly interested. Be sure your landscape contractor is accomplishing the following within the next couple of weeks: 1. DO NOT top or cut back any crape myrtle (EVER!) Only lift canopies and thin/shape minimally. 2. Cut back ornamental grasses (Pampassgrass is an exception) back to the short biscuit look. 3. Complete any tree transplanting very soon. 4. Autumn weeds never left, winter weeds arrived and spring weeds are here. Treat them all appropriately (e.g. kill them!) 5. Sadly, continue irrigating your landscapes. One full irrigation cycle per week is enough for established landscapes. Winter color and rye will require more. 6. Cut back Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii) by 1/2. Be brutal! 7. If your Texas Sage (Leucophyllum) is looking thin (most are), consider brutally cutting back to encourage thicker 16 new growth. Most can be pruned back by 1/2. 8. Time to prune bush roses (cut back by 1/2). 9. All dormant perennials should have been cut back by now. 10. Consider cutting asiatic jasmine back by 1/2 if it has grown taller 6-9” in height. 11. Do NOT prune any spring flowering shrubs such as yellow Jasmine, Azaleas, Hawthornes, etc. Texas Sage March 2006 17 Plum Creek Press Garden Tips For March Madness By Christina Baese, Landscape Committee Member 1. Remove the winterkilled, dead leaves and foliage from your lawn and gardens. The dead leaves harbor pests and disease, so it’s best to toss them. 2. Prepare your garden tools. Use steel wool to remove rust from your shovel and pruning shears. Sharpen and oil tools. Tune up your string trimmers and lawnmowers. 3. Prune your roses, trees, and perennials. Remove any dead plant material or branches that cross and rub. Prune any remaining cane by 1/3. As a guideline, prune 1⁄4 inch above a bud at a 45-degree angle. Tidy up and secure vines and climbing roses. Remember to wait for the spring bloomers to finish their show before pruning. 4. Water deeply and infrequently. This system promotes deeper roots and helps conserve water. Recently, Kyle entered into Stage 2 Drought status, which means no outdoor watering between 10:00AM and 7:00PM and no installation of new landscapes. 18 5. Check your soil, pull weeds, aerate your lawn, and then, apply top dressing and the appropriate fertilizer. Some studies suggest that applying a top dressing in the spring can cut water use by half in the summer. (See this month’s article for more information!) 6. Broadcast beneficial nematodes to fight the white grubs, fire ants, and fleas! 7. Get to know your beneficial bugs. 8. Check for aphids and other bad bugs. Treat them as they appear. Usually, a hard blast of water, sprays of fish emulsion, or insecticidal soap will do the trick. 9. Get planting! March is the perfect month to play in the garden – anything goes! Consider a tomato plant in a container this year – Sweet Million is a great cherry tomato. When finished planting, FERTILIZE with Garrett Juice, Seaweed, Lady Bug Natural 8-2-4, or another great compost tea. March 2006 210 South Main Street Buda, TX 78610 (512) 312-1947 At the corner of Main & FM 2770 Award winning Smoked meats Homemade sides & Tasty treats! Open 7 days a week 19 Plum Creek Press Plum Creek Press Classified Section Plum Creek Press Classified ads are FREE for residents of Plum Creek. Deadline for submitting your classified ad is the third Monday of each month. Submitting is simple. Homeowners may E-mail a classified ad to us at [email protected]. Classified ads will be edited for space and run for three months. If you care to continue your ad after three months, please resubmit by E-mail. Child Care Stay at home mom now has openings to watch children ages 6 months –9 years old in my home. I am reliable, responsible and I will make your child feel at home. I can watch them Monday – Friday 7am – 6pm and 9pm – 11pm. Saturday 10am – 11pm. Snacks and meals are provided. Call Candice at 2627763 After School/Summer Tutoring Available in Plum Creek !!!! I am a certified teacher and resident of Plum Creek, and I am available to tutor your child after school and during the summer months. Certification areas: Elementary Education, Special Education (all grades), ESL, and I have a master’s degree in Educational Psychology. $20 and hour. Please call Caroline at (512) 417 – 8537 for questions and to discuss available times. home. I am in the process of registering my home with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. If you are looking for a loving-responsible and reliable person to leave your children with, please consider me. Please call me (Sanie) with your requirements and we can discuss compensation at 215-4399. Stay at home mom of 3 year old available to take care of your little ones. Plum Creek resident 665-3896. Mother’s Day Out: Now enrolling for Fall 2005 Ministry of First Baptist Church Kyle - Tuesday & Thursday, ages 18 mon – 5 yr – 268-3511 for info. For Sale Stay at home mom with lots of love and attention, available to baby-sit part or full time in my Plum Creek home or yours. Please cal Sherry @ 262-7389 PROFORM Treadmill 995SEL for Sale: features a powerful 2.75 HP Treadmill Duty/1.75 CHP Continuous-Duty Motor built for a smooth, yet silent run. Your Personal TrainerT control panel displays speed, minute-per-mile pace, distance, calories burned and more. Also includes a set of 2-lb. hand weights for upper-body toning. And don’t forget about built-in iFITR compatibility. The PROFORM 995 SEL uses revolutionary iFITR technology to run exciting workouts from videos, CDs and even the Internet. So your workouts will always be fun and challenging. I bought this 2 years ago for $1000. Like Brand NEW, hardly used!! Selling price $600. Call Dipti @ 512-736-0430. Stay at home mom available to baby-sit part time in my home. Call Kelly at 449-8100. Adorable dwarf hamsters 4sale 7wks old. $5 (512)262-7222 ask for Jade. Childcare: I am available to care for your precious children in the evening and during the night in my Red oversize chair and ottoman. Two great pieces that need reupolstering. $30 each. Call Jennifer at Elephant Junction Home Child Care – Stay at home mom has a waiting list for openings for child care. 20 years experience, C.P.R., 1st Aide and Sids training. Affordable rates and references available. 512-2627170 or 512-567-4501 or [email protected] Ask for Tracy. 20 449-8030 or [email protected]. TV cabinet white country style in good condition. $35 Please call 512.791.4216 Lawn mover - Murray Brand. Currently not working $25. Just would take a good cleaning. Please call 512.791.4216 1994 infinity J30 mileage is 144500 black with leather tan interior. Runs really well and very reliable. Great for first car. 6 Cylinder Gasoline. Four Door. 4 Speed Automatic with Electronic Driver Air Bag; Anti-Lock Brakes; Air Conditioning; Alloy Wheels; Cruise Control; Rear Window Defroster; Auto Climate Control, Power Seats; Power Door Locks; Power Mirrors; Power Windows; Power Steering; Sunroof/ Moonroof; Tinted Glass; Tilt Wheel; /FM Stereo + CD Player, Remote Fuel Door. Interior in fair condition. This is a as is purchase. $3000 or Best Offer. Please call 512.791.4216 Truck for Sale: 2003 Chevrolet S-10 extended cab, 3 door, Color - Red, bed liner, trailor hitch, approx. 23,000 miles. Take over payments with approved credit, or $13,750.00, call between 8am to 5 pm at 512-750-2703 to schedule an appointment to see truck. 1973 Glastron Ski Boat – 17 ft. open bow, walk through windshield, 165HP Mercruser. Great family boat. Recently over-hauled. New apoulstry and purrs like a kitten. Must sacrifice call Ricky @ 353-2887 or 262-7170 here in Plum Creek. March 2006 Visioneer Scanner/printer/copier - $75 – Call 4050710 Tent Trailer - A/C, Frig, Brake Kit - $6500. Dan Gold, [email protected], 512-586-5965 1994 GMC Ext Cab Pickup 131k miles, Cold A/C, Very clean, 5 speed with 5.7 V8. NADA book at $6300 Selling for $4200. Call Stuart 296-9536 Two End tables (26” x 26” 23”H) and a coffee table (50” L x 30”W x 16”H). In perfect condition, light oak, with detail design on corners. If interested e-mail [email protected] for pictures. $200 Rectangular wood dining table $125, Three wood chairs $20 each. Laptop with case $250, 405-2500 [email protected] Like New Dining Table: Tile top w/ 4 chairs, hunter green / oak $450. OBO, 405-0888 m-f, 6-9p 50” Big Screen TV: Mitsubishi HD ready, rear projection TV. PERFECT CONDITION, no scratches MSRP $1399, asking $925. 773-1024. Serious inquires only. CRAFTSMAN 21-inch lawnmower 6.0 Briggs and Stratton. 4 yrs old, very good condition push mower clean and runs great – just tuned up! $75. 449-8191 1995 Ford F-150 pick-up. V-6, 4.3, std 5 speed transmission. New tires, bed liner, dual exhaust, dual fuel tanks, Tow Pkg. Vehicle is in very good condition in & out, and mechanically. Excellent vehicle for student. Call 796-5618 or e-mail: pitchfork [email protected] Van For Sale: 1976 Econoline Club Wagon Van $1,200 O.B.O. This is a great work van. As an added bonus, it’s got a retro look, like the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine! Completely re-worked motor. New radiator, new alternator, 4 new tires. Call 512917-2055. My son graduated UT Austin, in June 2005, and is now a Fulbright Scolar at the University of Iceland Reykjavik. His black, 1999 4-door, 2-WD Mazda B4000 SE Cab Plus, pickup (94M miles) is for sale. This is a one-owner vehicle, which has been maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications. Equipment: AC, power steering, windows, door locks, seats; tilt wheel, cruise control, AM/FM stereo, cassette, single compact disk, dual front air bags, sliding rear window, bed liner & cover. Kelly Blue Book Private Party Report: $6310 firm, as is. Call William (449-8200, cell 470-0203, fax 449-8199). Beautiful Black TV Armoire for sale in perfect condition. $350 OBO email [email protected] for a picture or call 417-8537. Ultimate Bowflex: Want to keep that New Year’s resolution? I have an Ultimate Bowflex for sale (includes leg extension and squat options) I paid $2500 3 year ago and am asking $1000.00 OBO. Call Michelle today at 512-504-3027. Pool Table: Beautiful 3 piece 8 foot Italian Slate pool table with leather pockets and accessories. Asking $1200 OBO. Call Michelle today at 512-5043027 Services PILATE’S * An exercise regimen that uses stretching and machines. * Emphasizing flexibility and overall strength. * Private lessons available * Group lessons available Offered by: Beverly McLaughlin Certified Instructor *6 years experience Call: 951-858-4598 cell or 512-268-8655 home Sell Your House FA$T No Equity - No Problem Any Situation - Any Condition We have CA$H. 4050021 IS YOUR HOME SAFE FOR YOUR CHILDREN? Many home and personal care products we use on a daily basis have hidden toxins that can be harmful. Create a healthy home today and keep your kids safe! Save money with products that cost LESS than name brands. Call Tammi at 449-6383 or e-mail [email protected] for more information. Painting: Over 30 years experience in Commercial and Residential interior and exterior painting. No job to small. Call Ted for a free estimate at 618-9410. Yoga: Ongoing yoga classes in the new Plum Creek community center. 7:00-8:15 Tue & Thurs evenings. $50 monthly or $10 walk-ins. For more information call Barbara 405-3333. Namaste. Fit at Home: Back to School Special! Meet your fitness goals this fall with great in-home personal training from Certified Fitness Professional and Plum Creek resident. Individualized exercise and nutritional game plans. Lose weight, tone muscle, gain endurance; strengthen body and self-esteem. Call Corey today and get 25% off your first session! Phone: 762-2017 Email: ucanbfitathome@hotmai l.com Specializing in Credit Consulting and Repair: Are you one of the many Americans with damaging information on your personal credit reports? Call me for a FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION at 512-2665711 or 512-771-4838 or you can e-mail me at jay@t urnkeycreditrepair.com. I am a resident of Plum Lawncare: I live in Plum Creek and share your commitment to maintaining the beauty of the subdivision. I do excellent work at very reasonable rates. I can design and build your flowerbeds. I am independent, dependable, and have years of experience. I can mow, trim, edge & do many other types of landscape work. FREE estimates & consulting in landscape design. I have several Plum Creek customers, so refs are available. All work 100% guaranteed. 293-3001, 449-6767. mariomoka [email protected] Need a Clean House?? Plum Creek resident with excellent references, accepting new clients. Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month, or one time only. Please cal Sherry @ 262-7368. Lawn-Boys, Plus! Lawncare, Landscaping, Trash Pick-up, Trailer Rental, Pond Design and Building, all around maintenance. All prices are competitive. Call for FREE estimate. Brad Brown, (512) 557-5768 DRISKELL LYNCH DESIGNS Murals and Faux Finishes.. because deep down, every home wants to be unique! Customize your home with a handpainted mural. Have an idea in mind... Great! If not, I’ll work with you to come up with a one-of-a-kind design. Textured walls - No Problem!! Contact Courtney Lynch @ 627-8322 or Email [email protected] to see samples of my work. Therapeutic Massage Special!! Get a FREE 1⁄2 hour Therapeutic Massage with the purchase of another 1⁄2 hour. Please call (512) 762-4686 for an appointment. Expires October 31, 2005. 21 Plum Creek Press Plum Creek High School Student will mow, edge, weed eat, and clean-up your lawn. Call Ben at 512-644-3156 for your free estimate and to schedule his services. Dog Mania Services I will take excellent care of your pet at any time you’re in need. The families of Plum Creek have been satisfied with my services for the past 4 years. My fees are reasonable: Dog Grooming -$12.00; Walk/Play $2.50/30 min. & Pet Sitting - $15.00 for 3 visits a day. When your pets’ in need, call me. Brandon Higgins 449-5317. ALTERATIONS Call Faye 563-3688 Home & Lawn Maintenance: As a Plum Creek resident I would like to help you take car of your home needs. Rental property maintenance (walk thrus, contact person if renter or HOA has problems, owner maintenance contact, exterior up-keep). I also do yard service $25- $35 (depending on size), trim, edge, mow, and blow. Hedge trimming $20 - $40 depending on amount of hedges. General home maintenance $15/ hour or bid rate. Please give me a call with needs or questions, Matt (512) 636-8355. GET READY FOR THE TAKS TEST! Is your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader anxious about the TAKS test or just need a little extra help with math or reading? I am a resident of Plum Creek and I am available to tutor your child after school in my home or yours. I can provide a quiet atmosphere. Certification areas: Early Childhood and Elementary Education with masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction. $20 an hour. Please call Marlayna @ 512-665-2525 for questions and to discuss available times. CARPET CLEANING Want your carpet professionally cleaned in time for the holidays? Call All Star Carpet Care. We have a truck-mounted cleaning system, reasonable rates, and 24-hour emergency service. Contact Jay Guerra @ 512-796-7236 or email [email protected]. Free Walt Disney World and Disneyland vacation planning/coaching from an industry pro. and a Plum Creek Neighbor. Call the Gentrys at 512-405-3353 22 as soon as you get the itch. Let us keep you from going goofy! PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR THE TAKS!!! $20 an hour. I am a certified teacher and resident of Plum Creek. Certification areas: Elementary Education, Special Education (all grades), ESL, and a master’s degree in Educational Psychology. Call Caroline at (512) 417-8537 for more information. CPR & First Aid classes now available! We will come to YOUR location with 6 or more participants. Our services are available for Employees of Child Care Facilities, Churches, Businesses, Nonprofit organizations and especially for PARENTS & Babysitters! Other training available includes AED usage, Emergency Oxygen, and Bloodborne Pathogens handling. For additional details or to schedule a class please call Breath of Life at (512) 468-6658 or email to [email protected]. Loren and Mistie Poor, Owners. Body & Soul Awakening Presents: FREE 1⁄2 Hour Massage; Upgrade To 1 Hour For $30. Please call (512) 762-4686 for an appointment. Website: www. kylemassagetherapy.com * Email: bodysoulawake [email protected] First time clients only. No cash value. Please present ad at time of appointment. Expires: February 28, 2006 MURAL ARTIST : Kay Hughes Experience nature in your home with a garden or landscape mural. I specialize in interior and exterior murals, large to small canvas floor cloths and wall hangings. Floor cloths seem to be quite the fashion these days and can be custom made to your style. They are very durable and easy to clean. http: //www.knottgarden.com/ 512.573.8044 Lost & Found Found: In Fergus Park one gold hoop earring with a silver design. If this is yours, please call Branda at 440-8008 Found: on Witte Blvd: Little girl’s sun hat-white with pink and orange flowers 449-6318 Found: Girls bike found in Fergus Park. Please call 449-6189 to identify. Products Life Force Products: Do you have an interest in Nutritional Help Products? Are you looking for a business opportunity? Would you like to try the products first? We can get you started with Life Force International, featuring Body Balance, the liquid, ionic phytonutrient dietary supplement from whole food sources such as aloe vera, nine sea vegetations, black cherry and honey. Call us: Don or Margaret (our Plum Creek phone # 405-0024) Thursday – Sunday. Love to eat? Love to get things FREE? Love hanging out with family and friends? Then you’ll LOVE THE PAMPERED CHEF! Kitchen Shows, Catalog Shows, Bridal Showers, Fundraisers! Need a few extra $$$, become a Pampered Chef Consultant for part-time, full-time or for a short time! 762-9157 [email protected] Arbonne International: Pure Swiss Skin Care * Color * Nutritional * Aromatherapy Botanically- based and formulated without dyes, chemical fragrances, animal products or by-products. Nutritional and weight loss products contain no artificial sweeteners, colors or flavors. Samples available on select products. www.allnaturalyouth.myarbonne.com or email at [email protected] Avon! Now in Plum Creek! Contact Courtney at 627-8322 or email [email protected] for a free book! Get all the wonderful Avon and Mark products from a fellow Plum Creek resident. Call today! Mary Kay Consultant & Plum Creek resident. Please let me help you with your Mary Kay needs. E-mail Susan at [email protected] or me at 449-6034. Sign up at www.youngliving.org/cherries as a Preferred Customer, place an initial 50 purchase volume auto ship order, and receive a 1 hour table massage FREE. If you need help signing up or March 2006 placing your order please email me at bodysoulawa [email protected] and we will setup a telephone conference. Mary Kay Consultant here in Plum Creek to ser you with all your Mary Kay Beauty needs. Call Patt @ 796-5618 or e-mail at pitchforksandcorks@hotmail .com Need Avon? I can help! Featuring the ANEW skincare line... The #1 anti-aging brand in America! avo [email protected] http://www.youravon.com/ swieser Stephanie Wieser Independent Sales Representative Do you love CANDLES? Call me to order some for the new seasons. What better way to start that Sprint Cleaning that to have your home smell fresh and clean? Great gift ideas for Valentines day, Easter and Mother’s Day! Host a party and earn FREE candles! Order some to have in your home, or give as gifts! Don’t delay, call me today. Brandee 405-0159 or order from my website at www.mygccandle.com/brandeeotto Mary Kay Need Mary Kay or gift ideas for your special someone? Contact me for your beauty and skin care needs! Gift packages and certificates available. Start your shopping for Valentines, Birthday, Mother’s Day, etc. Located in Plum Creek. Visit my website for product information at www.marykay.com/tluna. Contact me for a brochure or to place an order. Teresa Luna @ 512-636-0101 or by email at [email protected] Rental Room for Rent: Share my 4 bedroom Plum Creek home w/ me. Furnished room w/ semi-private bath. Shared kitchen, dining, living & laundry room. No Smoking inside. $350.00/mo + 1⁄2 utilities. Call 7965618 for more info if interested. Beach Front Condo @ South Padre: 3 bedroom/ 3 bath condo. Amenities, photos, rates, and availability at www.pirentals.com click on Beachfront, Bahia Mar, unit BM372 Call me before you book to get 20% discount. Rates vary by season. 405-2500 [email protected] Wanted Playgroups: 18 month old twin girls need playmates/playgroups. Weekdays or weekends as parental schedules allow. Call Betsy at : 512 504 3378 Looking for qualified subcontractor for drywall & painting. All work is in central austin. Please email [email protected] or call Wade @ 698-5099 Handyman and light construction help needed. Must have reliable transportation and tools, most work is in central Austin. Pay will match skills & experience. Please email [email protected] or call Wade @ 698-5099 Moms Helper/Nanny: To help out mostly on weekdays and some evenings (especially Saturday evening) Dayna 773-9038, 405-2500 Wanted to Buy: Interested in purchasing your old costume/vintage jewelry. Call 796-5618 if you have any you’d like to get rid of, or e-mail: pitchforksandco [email protected] Are you interested Golf, Cars, Bridge group, or a Dinner group? We are looking to start a few clubs/groups in the neighborhood. This is a great way to meet some of your neighbors that have the same interest as you. Please email [email protected] and let me know which of these groups you might be interested in. If there is enough interest, we will be putting together more information and someone will contact you about the desired group/club that you are interested in. If you would like to start another group/club not mentioned here, please let me know. Kid’s closets overflowing with clothes? Need extra money to buy new ones? Not getting enough money for them at the resale store? Let me sell them for you! If you have New with Tags or gently worn kids clothes by Gymboree, Gap, Ralph Lauren, Hilfiger, Polo, Baby LuLu, Hanna Andersson, or any other boutique item I will sell them for you. I will take care of it all from packing the item for shipment to paying you when your item sells*. Call me today at 262-7211 and I will come to you and pick up your items and list them for sale right away. *Minimal listing fees and commission paid per item! FREE Are you a scout leader or teacher looking for supplies for a children’s craft project? If so, I have 220 baby food jars to donate to you that can be used for a variety of projects. Then make great snow globes or can be decorated as mini candy jars, votive candleholders, etc.—you can find many ideas on the internet for recycling them. They can also be used for storage for odds and ends in your garage, kitchen, etc. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] Free to a good home! 3yr old Female Basset Hound no papers. New home must have fenced yard! Good with kids. Call Michelle at 241-9018 Business Opportunities Stayin Home and Lovin it! Discover how you can work from home and build your own successful business. No Selling, No Cold Calls, NOT MLM. Our company is in good standing with the BBB. Call Tammi at 449-6383 or e-mail [email protected] et for more information today! Area Real Estate Millionaire Seeking Serious People to Train and Mentor Hands-on, Hand-holding Training. Use my Cash/Contacts Split the Profits! (Limited seating) (800) 570-3231 x1029 Recorded message - leave contact info Notice about upcoming events: Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Plum Creek: Mark your calanders now, we will be having our annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday April 15th . More details to follow in the next newsletter. If you are interested in helping us out, please call Brandee Otto at 405-0159. Im looking for you in 2006! Wanted: People who like to get FREE, 1⁄2 price and discounted products! Wanted: People who LOVE to EAT! Wanted: People who like easy to use and easy to clean kitchen tools! Wanted: People who want to make quick, healthy, and delicious meals for their family! WANTED: PEOPLE WHO LOVE PAMPERED CHEF PRODUCTS! If you are any or all of the above, I’m the person that can help you. My name is Angela Cherry and I’m a Pampered Chef® Consultant. I would like to introduce you to what the Pampered Chef has to offer. I want to help you get these fabulous products to use in your kitchen for FREE! CONGRATULATIONS, on your home and welcome to Plum Creek! What better way to stock your new home, than with Pampered Chef products. How would you like an evening with your friends and family to show off your beautiful home and the outcome is getting FREE, 1⁄2 price and discounted products, plus the monthly Host Special and 10% off for a full year? The average host’s gets $90 in FREE products, 2 1⁄2 price items and the rest of the catalog is 25% off! I offer fun and easy recipes at my shows, as well as cooking tips for you to try at home as well as fantastic theme shows are yours for the taking! Take a look at my website at www.pamperedchef.biz/acherry to see for yourself. You will also find so much more information there too, like the job opportunity, hosting a show, online shopping and recipes! If the time isnt right for you, fill out the Contact Me information on my website and I can follow up with you., or contact me directly! Individual Orders, Catalog Shows, Wedding Showers, Baby Showers and Theme Shows are also welcome! Im available any time of the year to help you mark off items on your wish list. Please contact Angela Cherry, Pampered Chef® Consultant with any questions. (512) 762-9157 [email protected] www.pamperedchef.biz/acherry *** Great for online shopping all year long! *** Kyle Animal Hospital Treating Kyle area pets as family members for the last 10 years Guy G. Mathews, DVM Dan A. Nowland, DVM Sally O. Nowland, DVM Joe E. Burke, DVM SMALL ANIMALS-AVIAN-EXOTIC MEDICINE*SURGERY*PREVENTIVE CARE*BOARDING *Major Credit Cards and CareCredit Accepted* **New 12 month payment plans available** Visit our website www.Kylevet.com Across from the Plum Creek entrance on Jack C. Hays Trail 100 Hall Professional Center Kyle……………………………….268-5003 23 Plum Creek Press Plum Creek IMpressED - Olympic Hills Gymnastics The family and friends of the Olympic Cheer Outlaws would like to send out a congrats to the Senior team for winning Grand Champions in the recent Mardi Gras Nationals in Austin. Also a congrats to the Junior team for being invited to represent the Northern Hays County at the American Cheer Power World Championship in Baltimore, Maryland in May. The team will be pre-selling tickets for a spaghetti dinner to help raise the funds to send the girls to Maryland. Painted Horse Pavilion on 1626 has graciously donated their building for a spaghetti dinner for take out orders only on Friday March 31st. Pick up times will be between 5-7PM. The dinner will include spaghetti with a meat sauce, a garden salad and a slice of bread. Tickets are $6.00 per plate. To purchase tickets or for further information please contact: Jennifer McCauley @ 848-5584 jen_ [email protected] or Pam Kaye @771-4364 [email protected] or Misty Cate @ 968-0328 [email protected]. We thank the community for their support! Join Plum Creekʼs Monthly “First Friday” Happy Hour Do you know your neighbors? Why not? DR Horton Builders is hosting a monthly Happy Hour at the model homes and you are invited. Everyone is invited—Yes! You are invited even if you bought a Pulte Home or a Legacy home. THIS IS NOT A SALES GIMMICK! It is just a way to meet your neighbors and socialize a bit. You can even bring friends that do not live in Plum Creek. SO, do come! It is held each 1st Friday of the month in the DR Horton model home from 5 to 7 PM. (For the regulars, please note that this is a time change). SEE YOU THERE! Plum Creek HOA c/o RealManage 12335 Hymeadow Drive, Suite 300 Austin, TX 78750 The Plum Creek Press, Kyle, TX 24 www.plumcreektxhoa.com
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