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1 VOLUME 8 ISSUE 3 MARCH 2016 Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc. The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March

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3 BOARD & MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION MANAGER Celeste Starr Schulz... HOA BOARD Stale Bjordal... President Scott Smith... Board Member Theresa Galella... Board Member Angel Carter... Board Member RBM BOARD Candace Lambert... Board Member COMMITTEE CHAIRS: Pool Committee Byron Social Committee Jessica Green... Social Committee Chair Stephanie Wolslager... Social Committee Co-Chair... Neighborhood Watch Brian Banasik... ADVISORY BOARD Blake Contine, Declarant... Carlos Ojeda... NEWSLETTER INFO COVER PHOTO On the cover, the Vista Ridge Rangers 5th Grade League Champions of the CPYFL. Do you take great photos? Would you like to see your photo published? We are looking for great cover photos for upcoming December issue of the Ranch at Brushy Creek Newsletter. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION: Must have been taken in (some exceptions) Be of High Resolutionm (240 dpi or higher) Prefer portrait orientation Editor Carlos Ojeda... Publisher Peel, Inc ADVERTISING INFO Please support the businesses that advertise in the Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA newsletter. Their advertising dollars make it possible for all Ranch at Brushy Creek 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 newsletter by advertising, please contact our sales office at or The advertising deadline is the 8th of each month for the following month's newsletter. Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc. The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March

4 RBC Social Committee Calendar 2016 March 5th- Spring Garage Sale Playgroup Easter Egg Hunt April RBC Community Camp-out Music in the Park May 28th- Movie Series Kick-off June Progressive Dinner & Dancing July 2nd- Fourth of July Parade & Lawn Game Olympics Movie Series- Film Festival August Tailgate Party Jessica Green Social Committee Chair (events and dates are subject to change) September Fall Garage Sale Music in the Park October 29th- Movie Series Finale 29th- 5K and KidK Costume Run 29th- Halloween Playgroup Party December Holiday Lights Contest Tour of Lights Santa on a Fire Truck Hey Ranch at Brushy Creek Road Warriors! PHHFC 4 The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March 2016 Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc.

5 This year I will host the FIRST CARLOS OJEDA THREE POINTER CHALLENGE it will take place on SUNDAY, APRIL 20TH, ONE SINGLE CATEGORY 4TH GRADERS AND UP (PARENTS WELCOME) Please me your name, address and phone number for registration. If your kids are participating, please me their names and grade. Because this is a three pointer competition 4th grade and up only can compete. PRICE: XBOX ONE! TO: Carlos Ojeda CARLOSHOJEDA@GMAIL.COM Format: Three stations, 5 basketballs on each station, 30 seconds to complete all stations. Tie breakers if needed. There can be only one three pointer champion!! RBC KIDS PLAYGROUP SCHEDULE Friday March 4 First Friday First Friday 10 am ranch trails park Friday March 11 visit a neighboring park Silverado ranch park on vista ridge blvd 10 am Friday March 18 Foodie Friday 11:30 Kerbey Lane Round Rock. Friday March 25 Neighborhood Egg Hunt and Spring Party 4 pm ranch trails park. RBC GARAGE SALE DE-CLUTTERING FEELS GREAT! Our 2016 Spring Ranch at Brushy Creek Community Garage Sale will be held on Saturday morning, MARCH 5th. Start cleaning out your closets and garages now and set aside your items to sell in this community-wide advertised event. Save the Date and look for more details over the coming weeks on the RBC Community Facebook page! Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc. The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March

6 RBC Canine Hero of the Month Meet Ranch at Brushy Creek resident pet - Pokey Duron! Pokey is a senior dachshund, originally found paralyzed from dragging himself around the streets in early October of He was picked up by Animal Control and taken to the Austin animal shelter. Georganne and Bob Duron got a call from their friend Patty with Austin Pets Alive late that evening, telling Georganne about Pokey and how he was going to be euthanized the next morning if they could not find a foster home that could accommodate his special needs. Most foster homes were full at the moment, because this was also during the same time as the massive Bastrop fire tragedies. Georganne and Bob had just lost their beloved 3-legged senior rescue dachshund Mokie to cancer a few days before, but without a second thought, they went to pick up Pokey the next morning and never looked back. They fostered him for a year, taking him to Physical Therapy and Hydrotherapy 3-4 times a week for many months, hoping he might be able to learn to walk again. Pokey never regained use of his back legs, but with the help of a donated doggie wheelchair, this spunky little fellow was adopted officially by the Duron family a year later - and his adventures were only starting! Over 4 years later, Pokey is now approximately 14 years old and, while slowing down a bit, he is still entertaining and inspiring adults and children alike! Pokey has been seen on television and various websites as he has competed in the Dogtoberfest Weenie Dog Races every year for the last four years, as the only dog racing in a doggie wheelchair. He always comes in last but he is definitely a crowd favorite! Pokey has also spoken to Girl Scout troops and to over 100 kindergarteners about the joys of fostering and adopting senior and special needs pets. Pokey has his own t-shirts and tote bags created with his image for use at rescue events, which say "Pokey Says - No Matter What Life Throws At You...Just Keep on Rollin'!" Pokey is a funny little dog with a huge spirit and he lets nothing stop him for doing almost everything any other dog can do - whether it's playing at the dog park, visiting the sick or stopping in at Tomlinson's to pick out his own toys and treats. - Photo by Erica Woodford Photography 6 The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March 2016 Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc.

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8 ZIKA VIRUS Zika virus is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes and there is no specific treatment or vaccine currently available. The best way to avoid getting the virus is to avoid being bitten by infected mosquitoes. About 20% of people with Zika virus actually get ill. Severe disease, requiring hospitalization, is uncommon and death due to the virus is rare. The incubation period of Zika virus is thought to be a few days to a week, but is still unknown. Symptoms include fever, skin rash, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, and headache. Symptoms tend to be mild and last from 2-7 days. Zika virus can be contracted through the bite of an infected mosquito, through blood transfusions, through sexual contact, and from mother to child during pregnancy. The mosquitoes that are able to transmit Zika virus are also able to transmit dengue and Chikungunya viruses. These mosquitoes are daytime biters, but can also bite at night. Aedes mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water- buckets, tires, tree holes, animal water dishes, etc. To protect yourself from mosquito bites, wear light-colored clothing that covers as much skin as possible, use insect repellent (read and follow label instructions), use screening on doors and Mention this ad and receive a $250 credit toward comprehensive or invisalign treatment Blair R. Barnett, DDS, MS Comprehensive Orthodontic care for children, teens and adults Kenai Dr Brushy Creek Rd Preferred Provider W Parmer Ln W. Parmer Ln. Ln., Cedar Unit Park, A TX Suite Conveniently located on Parmer Lane across from the Ranch at Brushy Creek, just North of Avery Ranch. Invisalign Now Offers Different Treatment Options to Fit Your Needs and Budget! Invisalign 5: Perfect for minor crowding or correction of minor orthodontic relapse from not wearing retainers. Cases would complete in 5 trays (3-4 months) and at a very affordable fee. Invisalign 10: Great for mild cases that would require up to 10 trays (5-6 months) and at a surprisingly low fee. Invisalign Teen: Invisalign can be great for certain teenagers. The invisalign teen product includes replacement aligners and compliance indicators. Comprehensive Invisalign: Many types of comprehensive cases can be successfully treated with the Invisalign system instead of traditional braces. Call today for a complimentary consultation! windows, use mosquito netting (if needed) while sleeping, and reduce standing water areas. For more information on Zika virus, please see the CDC website here For more information or help with identification, contact Wizzie Brown, Texas AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist at Check out my blog at Socialist Squirrels Run Rampant in RBC Although RBC is full of trees the squirrels (and other critters) seem to think you should share your home with them. If you have accounted for the kids and still hear the pitter patter of little feet in your attic there is a good chance you have squatter squirrels. Call BugOff Pest & Wildlife to solve your wildlife, termite or other pest problems. Bug 10+ Year RBC Resident 10% OFF For All PEST CONTROL & WILDLIFE REMOVAL Kory Wallace Kory Wallace Certified Master Technician k.wallace@bugofftexas.com TPCL #14085 CA PTLW k.wallace@bugofftexas.com ff RBC Residents TPCL#14085 CA PTLW 8 The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March 2016 Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc.

9 CROSSWORD PUZZLE ACROSS 1. Part of doorway 5. Baby 9. Seaweed substance 10. Transparent gem 11. Defeat 12. Blend 13. Suck up 15. Electroencephalograph (abbr.) 16. French composer Claude 18. Artifacts found in rocks 21. Rend 22. Elite 26. Reorient 28. Canal 29. Meal listings 30. Opp. of ill 31. Adam's garden 32. Hawk DOWN 1. Indonesian island 2. Elderly 3. Welcome rugs 4. Sulks 5. TV lawyer Matlock 6. Sign of the zodiac 7. Computer memory units 8. Lamenting poem 10. What a gum chewer blows 14. Ruled over 17. " and World Report" 18. Border 19. Lubricated 20. Chine 23. Elm 24. Small brook 25. Holler 27. Bullet shooter Feature Exchange View answers online at Feature Exchange THE PERFECT BLEND OF LUXURY AND SERENITY NESTLED IN THE CHARMING CEDAR PARK AREA, ABRANTES IS A PEACEFUL, YET STUNNING GATED COMMUNITY WITH NATIVE TRAILS, GREENBELT VIEWS, AND EASY ACCESS TO AUSTIN. Abrantes location just northwest of Austin ensures top-notch education via the distinguished Leander Independent School District. With easy access to HWY 183, it s also a short drive from major employers like Dell and IBM, in addition to some of Central Texas best shopping: Lakeline Mall, La Frontera, Prime Outlet, and Ikea lie just minutes away. 713 GLACIAL STREAM LN CEDAR PARK, TX GLACIAL STREAM LN CEDAR PARK, TX SCOTTFELDERHOMES.COM CONTACT US: DAN EAGAN (512) DEAGAN@SFHTX.COM GRANDHAVENHOMES.NET CONTACT US: MICHAEL WAGNER (512) MWAGNER@GRANDHAVENHOMES.NET Copyright 2016 Peel, Inc. The Ranch at Brushy Creek HOA Newsletter - March

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