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THE ROUNDUP

Community News from the Barker Ranch Home Owners Association

The RoundupVolume 1, Number 3 www.barkerranch.org August 2005

Community News from the Barker Ranch Homeowner's Association

The Austin Independent School District (AISD) school year is just around the corner with classes starting on Tuesday, August 16, 2005. If you are new to Barker Ranch and you haven’t already done so, you’ll need to register your children the first week in August. Here are some helpful items about the upcoming 2005-06 school year. Kids who live in Barker Ranch and who attend public school, may attend the following AISD schools:

Baranoff Elementary School12009 Buckingham Gate RdAustin, TX 78748mascot: Buffalosgrades: Kindergarten – 5thprincipal: Linda Purvisphone: (512) 841-7100

Bailey Middle School4020 Lost Oasis HollowAustin, TX 78739mascot: Bearsgrades: 6th – 8thprincipal: Julia Hankinsphone: (512) 414-4990

Bowie High School4103 Slaughter LnAustin, TX 78749mascot: Bulldogsgrades: 9th – 12thprincipal: Kent Ewingphone: (512) 414-5247

NEW STUDENT INFORMATIONTo enroll for the 2005-2006 school year:Kindergarten students must be five years old on or before September 1, 2005. All students new to Austin ISD must provide a birth certificate, current record of immunizations, and the child’s last report card.

BEGINNING OF SCHOOL Tuesday, August 16, 2005

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATIONFor students new to AISD or current AISD students who have moved or transferred during the summer.Elementary— Wednesday, August 3, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Weekdays, August 1-5, 8:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. Middle Schools— Wednesday, August 3, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. High Schools— Wednesday, August 3, and Thursday, August 4—8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

ORIENTATIONNew student orientation is offered: Middle Schools— Monday, August 8, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.* High Schools—Monday, August 8, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.* *Bus transportation will be available.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT Back-to-School Night allows parents to meet their child’s teacher(s) and learn about some of their child’s classes or coursework.Elementary Schools Date, time, and duration to be announced by individual campuses. Middle Schools Tuesday, August 23.* High Schools Wednesday, August 24.* * Time and duration to be announced by individual campuses.

BREAKFAST & LUNCH Austin ISD cafeterias will serve breakfast and lunch beginning on the first day of school. Contact your child’s school for prices. Free and reduced price meals will be available to students of families meeting federal income guidelines. Applications, guidelines, and information are available at schools.

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Barker Ranch HOA BoardPresident ................................................................Matt BowersVice President ........................................................Steve WhiteSecretary .............................................................Kevin CooperTreasurer .................................................................. Jan GemarComptroller .................................................... Daniel Benjamin

IMPORTANT NUMBERSEmergency ........................................................................... 911BRHOA Mgmt. Office ................................................ 310-5364Poison Help ..........................................................800-222-1222Pedernales Electric ........................................... 1-888-554-4732Texas Gas Service ............................................. 800-959-LEAKAustin Water/Waste Water .......................................... 494-9400Time Warner Cable ..................................................... 485-5555Elected OfficialsUS Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison .............................. 916-5834US Senator John Cornyn ............................................. 469-6034Congressman Lamar Smith ......................................... 402-9743State Senator Jeff Wentworth ...................................... 463-0125State Representative Terry Keel .................................. 463-0652Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe ............................... 854-9555Austin Mayor Will Wynn ............................................ 974-2250Newsletter Publisher Peel, Inc. ...........................................................806-385-6444 Adv./Kelly Peel [email protected], 512-589-5471

Advertising Information Please support the businesses that advertise in The Roundup. Their advertising dollars make it possible for all Barker Ranch residents to receive the monthly newsletter at no charge. No homeowners association funds are used to produce or mail the newsletters. If you would like to support the Barker Ranch by advertising, please contact our sales representative, Kelly Peel at 512-589-5471 or at [email protected]. The advertising deadline is the 10th of each month for the following month's newsletter.

At no time will any source be allowed to use the Barker Ranch Newsletter contents, or loan said contents, to others in anyway, shape or form, nor in any media, website, print, film, e-mail, electrostatic copy, fax, or etc. for the purpose of solicitation, commercial use, or any use for profit, political campaigns, or other self amplification, under penalty of law without written or expressed permission from the Barker Ranch Homeowners Association and Peel Inc. The information in the Barker Ranch Newsletter is exclusively for the private use of Barker Ranch residents only.

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National Night Out B a r k e r R a n c h a n d o t h e r neighborhoods throughout Austin are coming together to participate in National Night Out 2005. Join us and thousands of communities nationwide on Tuesday, August 2, 2005, to participate in the 22nd Annual ‘National Night Out’. APD officers, firefighters and City Council Members will attend neighborhood parties throughout Austin and participate in a neighborhood walk.

‘National Night Out’ is an opportunity to: • Heighten awareness of drug and crime prevention efforts • Generate support and participation in crime prevention efforts • Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community

relations • Send a message to criminals to let them know that neighborhoods

are organized and fighting back For the past 10 years, Texas had led the nation in citizen and police involvement. Your participation in the Austin area ‘National Night Out’ will show our neighborhood strength, increase the police officer/citizen bond and make our community a safer place to live. Barker Ranch has already officially registered to participate in National Night Out events so make plans to join your fellow Ranch Hands during a night out!Here are some ways your block can participate right here in Barker Ranch:

• Get all of your neighbors to turn on their porch lights.• Meet your neighbors by attending a block party or hosting a

barbecue.• Encourage your kids to get involved. Ask them to make posters

and yard signs for the event.• Invite local law enforcement to talk about crime prevention.


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School’s Ahead – Slow Down Our Austin schools open on Tuesday, August 16. Some of our children walk or ride their bikes to school. So let’s slow down a little when driving through the Barker Ranch neighborhood. Reducing your speed, and the volume on your radio, could save a life. We’re closer than ever to a complete “sell-out” here at Barker Ranch. I understand that the 2 homebuilders have only 4 more houses left to sell. This is quite an accomplishment. It seems like only yesterday that my family moved into a mostly vacant field. Now there are homes everywhere and we’re glad you made it to Barker Ranch! The Barker Ranch HOA Board has been steadily at work since elected back in January. So far we’ve lowered the maintenance expenditures and our common area taxes by almost 99%! We’re currently perusing the 2006 budget and our projects indicate that we will not have to raise dues to meet expenses. None of your Board members ever studied ranch management in college, but we’re doing pretty good job at it. I hope you agree. Sincerely,Matt Bowers

The Barker Ranch Retention Ponds are on the Mend!

You may have noticed that the city of Austin has been pumping our retention pond daily. They have been trying to relieve the water so that they can begin repairs on the failing mechanisms within the floor of the ponds. Once the land is dry enough, they will complete their work in a timely manner. Of course, the rain we received on July 14 will undoubtedly slow the progress down too. But surely, some of you liked the rain though!


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Texas Shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 5, 6, and 7th - the state’s sixth annual tax holiday. The law exempts most clothing and footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. This year’s sales tax holiday for clothing and footwear begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 5, and ends at midnight on Sunday, August 7. The tax break is expected to save Texas consumers millions in state and local sales taxes. Here are some highlights about the sales tax holiday:

• The tax holiday occurs every year on the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of August. Qualifying items are exempt from state and local sales taxes.

• Most clothing and footwear priced at less than $100 will be exempt from sales tax. Customers will receive the break on individual items, regardless of the total amount they buy. For example, sales tax is not due if a customer buys six shirts each priced at $99.99. But full tax is due on a shirt sold for $100; the first $99.99 cannot be exempted.

Free from tax – or tax free?• Clothing and footwear used primarily for athletic activities

or for protective wear are not eligible for the exemption. Customers buying golf cleats or football pads, for instance, must pay sales tax. Athletic wear that is also used for participation in other non-athletic activities can qualify for tax exemption. For example, tennis shoes, baseball caps, and jogging suits are worn during everyday activities and thus may be purchased tax free during the holiday.

• Also excluded from the sales tax holiday are accessories such as jewelry and watches; items that are carried rather than worn, including handbags, briefcases and wallets; clothing rentals, such as formal wear and costumes; and repairs and alterations.

If you have questions about the sales tax holiday, please visit http://www.window.state.tx.us or call 1-800-252-5555.

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You can get information about your service or products to every home in Barker Ranch, by running a business classified in the The Roundup Newsletter. It is a great way to get your name and contact information to many potential customers in your growing neighborhood. The cost is $45 for up to 40 words. There are discounts available for multiple month ads (10% off for 2 months, 15% off for 3 months). For more information, please contact Kelly Peel, 512-589-5471; [email protected]. The deadline is the 10th of each month for the upcoming month’s newsletter.

Brooklyn, New York born Johnny Carino and now Barker Ranch resident Johnny Carino has built a name as one of Austin’s few celebrity chefs. Though no longer involved, the namesake of Austin-based Johnny Carino’s Country Kitchen is known for a unique sense of humor and a drive and passion few can keep up with. Johnny now has a cooking show on KCNT - PBS that touts Gourmet dining in the home made easy. Here’s a recipe from Johnny:

LINGUINE WITH CLAMS AND MUSSELS

1-pound linguini24 fresh clams18 fresh mussels4 Tbl extra virgin olive oil1 tsp salt½ cup extra virgin olive5-garlic cloves minced1 cup white wine3 Tbl fresh lemon juice¼ cup chopped parsley1 cup diced tomato5 Tbl sweet butterfresh basil sprigs

Directions:

• Clean clams and mussels by washing them and soaking them in water

• Fill a stockpot with water and season with some salt and a small amount of oil.

• Bring to a boil and cook pasta until al dante. • Into another pot heat oil and add in garlic and sauté until garlic

starts to become translucent. Add clams, mussels, wine, lemon juice, and simmer until clams and mussels open.

• Add in diced tomato and cook another minute or two. • Add in chopped parsley and slowly whip n butter. Season with

salt and black pepper to your taste. • Remove pasta from stove and strain well and than stir into sauce

and clams. Stir well and serve in a large pasta bowl. • Garnish with fresh basil sprig

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Warranty Numbers Warranties for your new Barker Ranch home are covered by whoever sold you your home, not the Barker Ranch HOA. So, if you have a problem, call your builder either Kimball Hill at (713) 973-4100, or Lennar at 563-3634.

I’d like to buy a vowel… The Barker Ranch Roster is almost a reality. By Labor Day, we’ll have printed and distributed a Barker Ranch Roster to all residents. If you think we may not you’re your information, please email it Kevin Cooper at [email protected] Let him know the adult’s names who live in your home, your address, email and telephone number. That way you won’t be left out … and we can call you…often…and invite ourselves over for dinner…etc…etc…

It’s a baby thing Barker Ranch Hand Andrea Gonzalez is interested in forming a “Barker Ranch Mommy Group.” The Gonzalez’ have a little four month old Baby Ranch Hand that would love to meet your Baby Ranch Hand. So, if you’re interested in forming a “play group,” give Andrea a call at 291-9464 or email her at andreamg@austin .rr.com. Ideally, y’all could meet once or more a month and rotate hosting responsibilities.

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Texas Events has been published with the permission of the Texas Department of Transportation. All events are taken in part from the Texas Events Calendar. All dates for events were correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

1-13—WIMBERLEY: Shakespeare Under the Stars Two Shakespearean plays run consecutively. EmilyAnn Theatre. www.emilyann.org 512/847-6969 3, 10, 17, 24, 31—AUSTIN: Clifford Antone’s History of Blues & Rock ’n’ Roll With his personal collection of rare archival video footage and audio recordings along with live musical guests, Antone provides a rare, authentic glimpse into the real people and stories behind the music that made history. One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 4—ROUND ROCK: Main Street Artisan Stroll Talented artists, musicians and performers fill the sidewalks, displaying wares and entertaining strollers from 5 to 9 p.m. Downtown Round Rock. E-mail: [email protected] • www.mainstreetstroll.com 512/341-8788 5—AUSTIN: Suzanne Vega One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 6—AUSTIN: Ford Car Show Open to any and all Ford vehicles, including Mustangs, Thunderbirds, Falcons and trucks. Great Hills Baptist Church, Jollyville Road. 512/266-4912 or 512/658-8312 6—WIMBERLEY: Market Day Lions Field, FM 2325. E-mail: [email protected] • www.visitwimberley.com/marketdays 512/847-2201 6, 13, 20, 27—BANDERA: Cowboys on Main Features cowboys on horseback, strolling musicians, storytellers and more from 1 to 4 p.m. Bandera’s Main Street. www.frontiertimesmuseum.com 830/796-3864 9, 16, 23, 29—BANDERA: Open Rodeo Begins at 8 p.m. Includes a calf scramble for kids. Twin Elm Ranch. www.twinelmranch.com 830/796-3628 10—NEW BRAUNFELS: Comal County Music Show House band and featured artists perform country music. Doors open at 6 p.m. Civic Center, 380 S. Seguin Ave. 830/629-454712—AUSTIN: Michael Franks Combining elements of pop, rhythm and blues, and jazz, Franks’ recordings are a vibrant creative vision. One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 13—CASTROVILLE: Market Trail Day Enjoy craft, food and plant booths. Houston Square on Angelo Street. 830/741-5887 13—FREDERICKSBURG: Fredericksburg Saturday Night: American Music in the Texas Hill Country Series of live music concerts features bluegrass, blues, soul, jazz, gospel, Cajun, zydeco and other American music styles. Begins at 5 p.m. Pioneer Museum, 309 W. Main St. E-mail: [email protected] • www.pioneermuseum.com 830/997-2835 13—JOHNSON CITY: Farmers & Artisans (Market Day) www.lbjcountry.com 830/868-5700 or 830/868-7684 13—KERRVILLE: Second Saturday Art Trail Begins in downtown Kerrville and winds west on Hwy. 27 to Ingram. www.artinthehills.com 830/895-5184 13-14—AUSTIN: Citywide Garage Sale Includes antiques and collectibles. Palmer Events Center. E-mail: [email protected] • www.cwgs.com 512/441-282814—KERRVILLE: Second Sunday Summer Serenade Enjoy a free concert in the park. Louise Hays Park. www.kfumcc.org 830/257-0809 18-20—JOHNSON CITY: Blanco County Fair & Rodeo www.lbjcountry.com 830/868-5700 or 830/868-768419-20—TAYLOR: International BBQ Cook-Off Nationally recognized, prestigious family event includes arts & crafts and live music. www.taylorjaycees.org 512/365-267719-21—FREDERICKSBURG: Trade Days More than 300 vendors sell antiques, collectibles, tools, primitives, shabby chic, ranch furniture, crafts, unique clothing and jewelry, food and more. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Hwy. 290 across from Wildseed Farms. www.fbgtradedays.com 830/990-4900 or 210/846-4094

19-21—KERRVILLE: Fifth Anniversary Big Bands Weekend Sentimental Journey Orchestra is the host band at the Friday and Saturday night dances. A guest band performs at the Saturday lunch and a New Orleans jazz band performs at the Sunday brunch and dance. Grand Ballroom, Inn of the Hills Resort Hotel, 1001 Junction Hwy. 830/792-983019-21, 26-28—FREDERICKSBURG: Harvest Wine Trail Sixteen Hill Country wineries open their doors. Visitors can travel through newly picked vineyards to wineries filled with the smells of new wine and the excitement of the harvest season. Maps are available by calling the toll-free number. E-mail: [email protected] • www.texaswinetrail.com 830/868-2321 or 888/997-3600 19-21, 26-28—JOHNSON CITY: Harvest Wine Trail www.lbjcountry.com 830/868-5700 or 830/868-7684 Hill Country20—BLANCO: Market Day Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Around the Old Blanco County Courthouse. www.historicblanco.org 830/833-2211 or 830/833-0260 20—KERRVILLE: Guadalupe River Parade E-mail: [email protected] 830/377-9838 20—SAN MARCOS: Eddie Durham Jazz Festival San Marcos area citizens and artists pay tribute to a local jazz legacy and one of the most influential Texans in jazz — Eddie Durham. Durham, who contributed greatly to a number of important changes that took place during the 1930s and affected the future of swing jazz music, was born in San Marcos on Aug. 21, 1906. San Marcos Plaza by the river. E-mail: [email protected] 512/353-0124 20-21—SAN SABA: Chamber of Commerce 3-Person Shamble Golf Tournament San Saba Municipal Golf Course on the San Saba River. www.sansabachamber.com 325/372-3212 21—CASTROVILLE: Louis Day Features a church barbecue, arts, crafts, games, bingo, silent auction and live entertainment. Mass is held in the morning at St. Louis Church. Koenig Park on San Jacinto. 830/931-2826 25-28—FREDERICKSBURG: Annual Gillespie County Fair Begins Thursday with the Country Music Showdown at 8 p.m. and the opening of the four-day carnival. Includes agricultural and livestock exhibits, a 10 a.m. Friday parade, dances on Friday and Saturday, mutton busting, horseshoe and washer pitching, arts & crafts, queen contest and more. Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 16 S. E-mail: [email protected] • www.gillespiefair.com 830/997-2359 27—AUSTIN: Austin Bamboo Festival Features bamboo plant and crafts for sale, discussions, demonstrations, educational information, tours of the bamboo collection in the Taniguchi Oriental Garden and the opportunity to learn more about growing and using the many species of bamboo that grow in central Texas. Zilker Botanical Gardens. E-mail: [email protected] • www.bamboocentral.net 254/593-4012 or 512/929-956527—AUSTIN: Keep Austin Weird 5K Open to runners (a timed and certified race), joggers and those wanting to have fun. Includes “Fun Stops” along the way such as Amy’s Ice Cream, Oslo, Opal Divines, Bacon & Donuts and surprises. Enjoy a free concert, Fun Zone for children and more. Auditorium Shores. www.keepaustinweird5K.com 512/448-2336 28—AUSTIN: Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Amateurs and pros stir up their hottest sauces in a fiery taste-off. Waterloo Park. www.austinchronicle.com 512/454-5766


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