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1 Vista April 2010 volume 2, issue 4 vistaoaks.org Official Publication of the Owners Association the MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Community-Wide Garage Sales: SATURDAY, APRIL 17, 2010 & OCTOBER 9, AM-1PM Set up a sale at your own home or join with neighbors for a super-sale! You may post directional signs or balloons on the day of the sale only, please. We will post an ad in Craig s List and place banners at the 1431 entry points for increased exposure. ANNUAL MEETING News Thanks to all who attended the Annual Meeting in February. Your attendance and participation is appreciated! The meeting was adjourned since a quorum was not represented at the meeting. However, the Board of Directors reviewed the state of the association, accomplishments and 2010 goals. The slideshow presentation can be found on the website (www. vistaoaks.org). VISTA OAKS OWNERS ASSOCIATION Board Meeting Minutes, January 28, 2010 The VOOA board meeting was called to order at 6:33 PM by President, Douglas Mink. A quorum was confirmed; Suman Khisty, Walter Sotillo, Angela Beecham and Deirdre Goggins were also present. Denise Gehrmann-Jimenez from Southwest Management was also present and Denise took the minutes. Suman made motion to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2009 BOD meeting. Walter seconded the motion. All approved. Committee Reports The board reviewed the Security Report and would like to include a marked vehicle in the contract. Denise will discuss with Southwest Water Company for new contract. The board reviewed the Lifeguard Report submitted by the committee. They met with both vendors; committee has a suggestion to add to the contract sign-up days for swim lessons. Deirdre made a motion to hire D K & G for lifeguards during the 2010 swim season. Walter seconded. All approved. The board reviewed a proposal to remove the vines on the brick wall along Deirdre made a motion to approve the proposal. Suman seconded the motion. All approved. The Social Committee is scheduled to have the Easter Egg Hunt on April 3, Management Report The board reviewed the list of current delinquent accounts. New Business The board is concerned with the number of pages in the newsletter. Is there some way to find out how many pages we will receive prior to publishing? Denise will follow up with Peel Inc. Denise and Doug will prepare the Annual Meeting presentation. The presentation will include financial status, accomplishments and goals. The board reviewed a proposal to install a xeriscaped bed at the mailbox kiosk on Vista Hills Drive. Angela made a motion to approve the proposal as submitted. Walter seconded the motion. All approved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35pm. Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc. Owner's Association Newsletter - April

2 Board of Directors President...Doug Mink VP...Deirdre Goggins Secretary...Ed Medford Treasurer...Suman Khisty Landscaping... Walter Sotillo MAL...Matthew Zito MAL...Angela Beecham Communication Committee Newsletter Editor...Suman Khisty... Newsletter Publisher Peel, Inc VO Webmaster...David Little VO Directory... Teresa Orkun and Uta Jenkins HOA Management Southwest Management Services Office hours: 8:30 12:00 and 1:00 5:00 mission statement Peel, Inc. Community Newsletters Our goal is to provide the community with one source of local news content that is provided by residents. Our goal is to help build by connecting local businesses with residents and residents with relevant neighborhood information. "Be the Community." article info The Vista newsletter is mailed monthly to all residents. Residents, community groups, churches, etc. are welcome to submit information about their organizations in the newsletter. Personal news for the Stork Report, Teenage Job Seekers, recipes, special celebrations, and birthday announcements are also welcome. If you have an article of interest to the community please submit to by the 10th of the month. The newsletter can also be viewed online at com. NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE Classified Ads Business classifieds (offering a service or product line for profit) are $50, limit 40 words, please contact Peel, Inc. Sales or advertising@peelinc.com. Building Healthy Bites and Beautiful Smiles 2 Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010 Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc.

3 Parkside & Wiley Students Make their Mark at Destination Imagination Capital Region Competition: At the recent Destination Imagination Capital Region Competition the Parkside Teams and the Wiley teams placed very well in their respective categories. Parkside Team 1, which has three residents; Jacob Mickelson, William Mickelson and Eralp Orkun, won 1st place and is advancing to the State Competition in Carrollton, TX in April. Parkside Team 2, which has four residents; Dylan Rowling, Alexia Rowling, Emma Stein and Julia Stein won 3rd place and the Wiley Team 2, which has four residents; Brandon Walker, Alper Orkun, Ryan Mickelson and Victoria Lynn, took 2nd place. Congratulations to all of these creative kids. - Teresa Orkun Stork Report Riley Marie Peacock Born: March 2nd at 1:15pm. 6lbs 10oz, 19.5 inches Proud Parents: Michael & Dawn Peacock Proud Sibling: Evan Peacock Congratulations! Let us help celebrate... info on the arrival of your little one to thevistanews@yahoo.com John Patrick Gerhardt Born: Dec. 12, 2009 at 9:27 am. 8 lbs, 20.5 inches. Proud Parents: Jacob & Christina Gerhardt dro w n i ng i s p r e v en ta bl e WATER SAFTEY WALK Sunday April 25th - Austin, Texas LEARN MORE & VOLUNTEER AT: Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc. Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010

4 Real-Estate Activity in & Surrounding Areas HOMES FOR SALE Address sqft Price 3920 Artesia Bend $ 229, Castle Creek $ 189, Castle Creek $ 259, Castle Creek Cv $ 325, Galena Hills Lp $ 259, Hunters Lodge Dr $ 244, Hunters Lodge Dr $ 179, Hunters Lodge Cv $ 239, Inwood Cv $ 169, Laurel Bay Lp $ 279, Newland Dr $ 246, Newland Dr $ 189, S. Summercrest Lp $ 189,800 PENDINGS 3532 Ashmere Lp $ 214, Galena Hills Lp $ 234, Grayling Ln $ 189, Halfway Cv $ 200, Indian Oaks $ 210, Laurel Bay Lp $ 274, Rock Hill Rd $ 195, Russwood Cv $ 178, N. Summercrest Lp $ 219,500 SOLDS: 3967 Grayling Ln Newland Ct Rose May Cv Information from ACTRIS deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Viewer to verify data. Data collected 3/9/10. Provided by VO Treasurer. Total Active homes in Round Rock: 731 Homes Sold in Round Rock in feb 2010: Under $100K: 3 $100K-$199K: 54 $200K-$299K: K and up: 9 feb 2010 activity in & Around: Subdivisions Active Pending Sold Mayfield Ranch Stone Oak Sendero Springs Wood Glen Behren s Ranch Teravista Information courtesy of: Treasurer Send Us Your Event Pictures!! Do you have a picture of an event that you would like to run in the Newsletter? Send it to us and we will publish it in the next issue. the picture to thevistanews@yahoo.com. Be sure to include the text that you would like to have as the caption. Pictures will appear in color online at FINE EYEWEAR Eyecare and Sunglass Boutique Higher Quality. Better Vision. Introducing a new exclusive to our collection of eyewear! Special Event coming soon! Visit our website for details FE-HeB CHANEL 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd Suite Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010 Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc.

5 UNIVERSITY OAKS in round rock near ikea OPENS THURSDAY, APRIL 1 REFINANCE YOUR EXISTING AUTO LOAN W I T H AU S T I N T E L C O we have some of the lowest new vehicle rates in the country! HOME EQUITY LOANS Plus no closing costs** 10 year fixed 15 year fixed 20 year fixed AUTO LOANS 24 MONTHS 36 MONTHS 48 MONTHS 60 MONTHS 66 MONTHS 72 MONTHS 60 to 66 MONTHS 72 MONTHS new vehicle used or refinance 5.09%* 5.39%* 5.89%* 2.75%* 2.95%* 3.05%* 3.15%* 3.25%* 3.95%* 3.45%* 3.95%* COMM. REAL ESTATE LOANS 20 yr. AmortiZAtion/no Pre-Pmt. PenAlty 5 year fixed 7 year fixed 10 year fixed 5.49%*** 5.69%*** 5.99%*** MONEY MARKET ACCOUNT minimum daily balance of $2,000 required $25,000 to $74, %**** $75,000 to $124, %**** $125,000 And Above 1.36%**** JUMBO CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT minimum deposit of $95,000 required 6 months 12 months 24 months 1.36%**** 1.61%**** 2.07%**** *AnnuAl PercentAge rate. All rates Are expressed As low As. ActuAl rate may vary depending on credit qualifications. **Austin telco will PAy All standard closing costs on Home equity loans below $100k. AdditionAl non-standard fees will be the responsibility of the member. ***rate APPlies to 1st lien commercial estate loans with A loan to value of 80% or less; construction/development loan rates/terms may be different. no Pre-PAyment PenAlty. ****AnnuAl PercentAge yield. PenAlties for early withdrawal may APPly. All APr s, APy s And terms Are subject to change without notice. PleAse call for details. this credit union is federally insured to At least $250,000 Per member by the national credit union AdministrAtion. 16 AUSTIN METRO LOCATIONS FREE CHECKING FREE BUSINESS CHECKING SECOND CHANCE CHECKING 250+ FREE ATMs Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc. Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010

6 At no time will any source be allowed to use The Vista contents, or loan said contents, to others in anyway, shape or form, nor in any media, website, print, film, , 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 Peel, Inc. The information in the newsletter is exclusively for the private use of Peel, Inc. DISCLAIMER: Articles and ads in this newsletter express the opinions of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Peel, Inc. or its employees. Peel, Inc. is not responsible for the accuracy of any facts stated in articles submitted by others. The publisher also assumes no responsibility for the advertising content with this publication. All warranties and representations made in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be taken up with the advertiser. * The publisher assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising. * Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and/or misprints, the publisher assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction. * Under no circumstances shall the publisher be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to liabilities stated above. Residents Among the 2010 Short Course South Texas Swimming Champs Congratulations to our very own Amanda Alspaugh and Mackenzie Alspaugh who competed in the 2010 Short course South Texas Age Group Champs and Senior Champs this past weekend in San Antonio, both with around 500 participants at each meet! Our 13 & Over swimmers who competed at Senior Champs finished with a 57% best time percentage, and an incredible 62% of their races qualified them for finals!! Amanda Alspaugh won the Silver Medal for the 200 Fly (2:16:26Y), 100 fly (1:03:15Y), and the Bronze Medal for the 500 Freestyle (5:28:08Y). Mackenzie Alspaugh won fifth place in the 100 Freestyle (55;56Y). Our fastest swimmers in the region, Mackenzie Alspaugh, Carder LaBrake, Ben Wiese, and Megan Ziemann, will be competing at the 2010 Short course Southern Zone Sectional Championships held at College Station March 4-7th. We wish them the best! - Rob Alspaugh Robnett & Co. LP, CPA s & Robnett Financial, LLC N. Hwy 183, Ste. 900 Austin, TX Work with a team that works as hard as you do for your money. Tax season is just around the corner.. Don t wait! Have your taxes done early and save yourself the worry. Limited Time Offer: New tax clients!! Present this ad to receive $50 off your 2009 individual income tax return preparation! Robnett & Co. LP, CPA s & Robnett Financial, LLC offers integrated tax and wealth management services designed to simplify your life and your finances. *Offer valid 1/1/10-3/31/10. Ad must be presented at time of initial visit. ** Securities and advisory services offered through NEXT Financial Group, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and Registered Investment Adviser. Robnett & Co. LP, CPA s & Robnett Financial, LLC are not affiliated with NEXT Financial Group, Inc. NEXT Financial Group, Inc. does not provide tax advice. Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010 Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc.

7 Districts Regionals STATE Summer is just around the corner! for Swimmers months and months of training, miles and miles of swimming Be sure to check the website and May newsletter for important pool news and swim lesson registration dates!! residents Mackenzie Alspaugh and Makenna Hall, along with teammates Tamsin Wardell and Jyna Leckbee claimed the title of District 26-4A Champions in the Girls 200yd Freestyle Relay. A top 6 finish at districts is needed to advance to the Regional meet. Both swimmers advanced to regionals in their individual events! The regional meet was held in San Antonio Feb where Makenna finished 13th in the 100yd butterfly, and 17th in the 100yd breaststroke. Mackenzie finished 4th in the 100yd butterfly and 2nd in the 200yd freestyle. The personal best time of 1:58.34 in the freestyle race was enough to advance her to State! Mackenzie represented Rouse High School at the State 4A Championship meet held at the University of Texas Swim Center Feb She was cheered on my family, friends, neighbors, teammates, RHS staff and also the school s namesake, Mr. Charles Rouse. Another personal best time of 1:57.67 at prelims qualified her to swim finals on Saturday. She placed 7th overall in the 200 yd freestyle. The RHS swim team is lead by Coach Marlene Chavez a former swimmer for Cedar Park High School. Coach Chavez took 12 swimmers to Districts, 8 swimmers to Regionals, and 1 to State. The swim team is always looking for dedicated swimmers to join the team. Is There a Lightpole Out on Your Street? The street light poles in are owned and maintained by the MUD. Southwest Water Company as general manager of the District accepts responsiblilty to be the single contact point and reporter of street light outages within. All street light pole outages can be reported to SWWC on behalf of the MUD via ( Sunnye Reynolds directly at sreynolds@swwc. com) or via the link provided on the website: - Anita Alspaugh CUSTOM HOME & FURNITURE DESIGN, INC. RICK INGRAM TRCC Mob: Home: ringram@academicplanet.com C. IN E, 9 33 OM 79 L H 25 XAS RA E 19D, TE NE EA SINCFIEL FU IELD AR TTLE G IN RV SE 0. P.O Copyright 2010 Peel, Inc. BO X 91 TH E LIT 3 EA 50 ST TL EF 5T H. ST LI PAY AND SAVE, INC HALL AVEN UE LITTL EFIEL D, TX Owner's Association Newsletter - April 2010

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