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Copyright © 2011 Peel, Inc. The Highpointe Homeowner's Association Newsletter - February 2011 1 HIGHPOINTE of Dripping Springs OBSERVER FEBRUARY 2011 . VOLUME II, ISSUE II OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE HIGHPOINTE HOA NOTICE COMMUNITY-WIDE TRASH SERVICE EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS? Are you planning on making some changes to your backyard? A new pool, deck or arbor? Did you know that these types of exterior modifications are subject to prior review and approval by the Highpointe Architectural Committee Please visit our website (http://www.southwestmanagement. net/highpointehoa/outside_home.asp) to review the procedure for submitting your plans. Feel free to contact Tami Burill at 512-266-6771 if you have any questions regarding the submittal process. The Highpointe POA Board of Directors, with the recommendation of the Highpointe Advisory Committee, has approved a single source bulk rate trash pickup contract with Recon Services for the Highpointe community. Effective January 1, 2011 residents may only obtain trash and recycle services from Recon Services. Residents have until March 31, 2011 to change carriers. Beginning January 7, 2011 the trash/recycle pickup will be on Fridays. There are several advantages for the community by using a single source carrier: 1) bidding out this service resulted in lower monthly costs; 2) a single source carrier reduces wear and tear on community streets and reduces emissions by limiting the number of trucks per week; and 3) a single source carrier eliminates the clutter caused by residents utilizing various carriers with several different pickup days throughout the week. Residents can purchase just garbage pickup or garbage and recycle pickup services. The pricing options are: 1) 1-96 gallon garbage container: $16.24 per month (tax included). 2) 1-96 gallon garbage container and 1-96 gallon recycle container or 1-18 gallon recycle container: $20.57 (tax included). The following items may be recycled: paper (including newspapers and magazines), cardboard, aluminum, tin, plastic #1-7, and all colors of glass. • • Again, recycling is an option. Each owner may select from one of the two recycling bin options or choose not to recycle and participate in the garbage removal service only. Recon Services will invoice residents quarterly. Please contact Recon Services at 512-894-4441 to establish your account and set up your services. SEND US YOUR Event Pictures!! Do you have a picture of an event that you would like to run in this newsletter? Send it to us and we will publish it in the next issue. Email the picture to [email protected]. Be sure to include the text that you would like to have as the caption. Pictures will appear in color online at www.PEELinc. com.
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HigHpointe observer
HigHpointeof Dripping Springs
observerfebrUArY 2011 . volUme ii , issUe ii
officiAl newsletter of tHe HigHpointe HoA
NOTICECOmmuNITy-wIdE Trash sErvICE
ExTErIOrmOdIfICaTIONs?Are you planning on making some changes
to your backyard? A new pool, deck or arbor? Did you know that these types of exterior modifications are subject to prior review and approval by the Highpointe Architectural Committee Please visit our website (http://www.southwestmanagement.net/highpointehoa/outside_home.asp) to review the procedure for submitting your plans. Feel free to contact Tami Burill at 512-266-6771 if you have any questions regarding the submittal process.
The Highpointe POA Board of Directors, with the recommendation of the Highpointe Advisory Committee, has approved a single source bulk rate trash pickup contract with Recon Services for the Highpointe community. Effective January 1, 2011 residents may only obtain trash and recycle services from Recon Services. Residents have until March 31, 2011 to change carriers. Beginning January 7, 2011 the trash/recycle pickup will be on Fridays.
There are several advantages for the community by using a single source carrier: 1) bidding out this service resulted in lower monthly costs; 2) a single source carrier reduces wear and tear on community streets and reduces emissions by limiting the number of trucks per week; and 3) a single source carrier eliminates the clutter caused by residents utilizing various carriers with several different pickup days throughout the week.
residents can purchase just garbage pickup orgarbage and recycle pickup services. The pricing options are:
1) 1-96 gallon garbage container: $16.24 per month (tax included).2) 1-96 gallon garbage container and 1-96 gallon recycle container or 1-18 gallon recycle container: $20.57 (tax included). The following items may be recycled: paper (including newspapers and magazines), cardboard, aluminum, tin, plastic #1-7, and all colors of glass.
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Again, recycling is an option. Each owner may select fromone of the two recycling bin options or choose not to recycle
and participate in the garbage removal service only.
Recon Services will invoice residents quarterly.Please contact Recon Services at
512-894-4441 to establish your accountand set up your services.
sENd us yOur Event Pictures!! Do you have a picture of an event that you would like to run in this newsletter? Send it to us and we will publish it in the next issue. Email the picture to [email protected]. Be sure to include the text that you would like to have as the caption. Pictures will appear in color online at www.PEELinc.com.
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TImbEr rIdgE Dwayne Johnson - Vice Chair ..197 Whispering Wind Way [email protected] ........................... 512-992-1039
EmErald hEIghTs Keisha Lacy French - Secretary .............. 118 Tanager Circle [email protected] ........................................ 512-858-1122
laurEl CrEsT Gary Morton .............................................136 Yucca Cove [email protected] .................................. 512-858-4686
PlaTINum hEIghTs Richard White ................................. 139 Rocky Spot Drive [email protected] ......................... 512-358-6974
PEbblE CrEsT Chris Newton ............................................. 288 Dry Creek [email protected] .......................... 469-222-8991
bOuldEr sPrINgs Peggy Goggans .................................... 163 Open Sky Road [email protected] .......................... 512-740-6136
CaNyON CrOssINg Jennifer Behe .................................... 163 Grapevine Court [email protected] .................. 361-542-9456
bluff sPrINgs Saralee Keropian .....................................129 Big Sky Cove [email protected] ...................................... 512-467-4572
lakEsIdE Dave Benton ................................ 131 Running Water Way [email protected] .................................... 512-410-0057
EaglE CrEsT Lacie Karnauch ..........................265 Mountain Laurel Way [email protected] ............................ 512-983-0206
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websIte News!Have you visited the Highpointe Community website? The
website is full of useful information that is available to you anytime -- CC&R documents, community event calendar, maps, etc! We encourage you to create a log in and sign up to receive electronic updates. Electronic updates will ensure that you receive important association communications.
do you Need a pool Key fob?
The website has been updated to allow you to make your request and pay for your fob electronically – no more paper form or checks!! Simply log on to the website: click on Resources, E-forms, then Pool Use Agreement form. Once the form and payment have been verified Southwest Management Services will mail your fob.
got aN Idea?Do you have any special events that you would like to see in
Highpointe? We would love to hear your ideas and suggestions! Please send your suggestions to [email protected] for consideration.
lIgHts out?Is there a light pole out in your area? If so, we ask
that you send us the light pole number and exact street location (nearest address or cross street) to [email protected]. We will add it to our list of repairs for the next service day. Note: The light poles are serviced every six-weeks.
HavINg a party? You can now check availability and make your reservation online.
Go to the website, login, click on Activities, then Reservations. Complete the required information then submit. Once your reservation is approved you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to finalize your reservation and payment.
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By Sarah S. Jordan, MSFinding time for exercise can be an ongoing challenge in our busy lives. We know that exercise will benefit our bodies and minds in many ways and that we should do it. But actually finding the time and making it happen can be difficult.
Here are a few tips to help you fit in fitness in the New Year.
• Remember that any movement is better than none. If you only have 15 minutes each day to go for a power walk, those 15 minutes will equal 105 minutes (almost two hours) by the end of the week, 420 minutes (seven hours) of exercise each month and 91 hours of exercise a year! Small things can add up to big victories over time.
• Find what works for you. For some people, a gym membership is very convenient. For others, it may not be convenient to their location, budget, job, or family. If
that is the case, see if your neighborhood has any exercise groups, hire a personal trainer that will come to you, or start your own lunchtime workout group for added camaraderie and accountability.
• Schedule exercise into your week. Workouts are much more likely to happen if we put them in our calendars. Schedule workouts as you would important business meetings or doctor appointments.
• Remember that sometimes, the hardest thing to get is going. Many times, just getting our shoes on and getting out the door is the hardest part of a workout. Once we are moving, endorphins kick in and we feel great for moving.
• Make use of the early hours. I used to dread getting up at 5:20 every morning. But now I love it, because after I get ready for work, it guarantees me a few minutes
to myself before anyone else is awake. Similarly, getting workouts in before the
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busy day kicks off ensures that they happen, and the day will be better because of it.
• Take the kids along. My baby and I have logged countless hours with the jogging stroller. But I know that if I didn’t take him with me, the majority of those workouts would have never happened. Pack up the kids and remember that pushing the kids will mean more calories burned.
• Don’t give up. If you are not reaching your goals, determine what is not working and create a roadmap to resolve it. Remember that fitness is a lifestyle and it goes through ups and downs, but always benefits us if we persevere.
• Make the time that you do have count. If you have just thirty minutes three days a week, step up the intensity of those workouts to get the most you can for your time. Add intervals and hills, or find a fitness class or DVD that offers a combination of cardio and strength training.
Wishing you a happy and movement filled 2011!
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By Amy Wolfgang, M.Ed.
Many of us know someone who is in the midst of a job search. They may be looking for their first job after graduating, a new job after being laid off, or a totally new career. Job seekers use many different avenues to find a job but one of the most effective is networking. It is one thing to speak with your neighbor about opportunities at his or her company but, eventually, many job seekers will need to utilize different networking events.
Great opportunities are found at networking events but, at the same time, they can be intimidating because we may not know anyone there. Networking events can strike fear in many people, even those with outgoing personalities, so here are a few tips on how to make networking events more pleasant, less overwhelming and more productive.
tip 1: take a deep breathRemember that many people are uncomfortable at networking
events. It is much more prevalent than you probably know. With that said, go into the event with a relaxed and positive frame of mind. Identify how you relax – taking deep breaths, visualizing a positive experience, etc. Employ those methods before you enter the networking event.
tip 2: appear approachableSmile! If you have a smile on your face, others will be encouraged
to speak with you. Other open body language you should employ includes:
• keeping your arms uncrossed• standing up straight (don’t slouch)• making eye contact with those around you
While you are at the event, take notice of others’ body language. See if you can tell what aspect of their body language makes them look either approachable or closed off. That will help you with your own body language.
tip 3: utilize the event activitiesThe toughest networking scenario is when you don’t know anyone
at the event and go by yourself. In this case, try to use the activities or functions at the event to your advantage. Does the event have a bar or buffet? Once you are in the food or beverage line, begin speaking to someone also in line. Are you at an art gallery? Approach a piece of art and chat about it with someone else who is also looking at it. It’s much easier to speak to people when you already have some common ground.
Networking isn’t easy and intimidates many people, however, it can lead to a powerful advantage over other job hunters! Hopefully the tips above give you the confidence to attend networking events. Who knows, you might really enjoy meeting new people and be surprised at the doors it opens for you!
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