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July 2007
Hidden Springs Ranch Homeowners Association Newsletter
Summer 2007 Edition
In This Issue
** Important News **
Neighborhood Photos
Pool-Pavilion Showcase
Pavilion Reservation Rules
Financial Snapshot
Association 
 
Meet the ...
Hidden Springs Ranch HOA 
Board of Directors 
 
President
Robin Grace
 
Vice-President
Brett Pasquarella
 
Secretary
Julie Poirier
 
Administrator
Ellen Marchand
 
Directors
Rhonda Aubin
Lila Gillespie
Marion Kelly
Simon Petty
Tim Tyree
 
Committee Chairs
 
Architectural Control Committee (ACC)
Brett Pasquarella
 
Welcoming
Lila Gillespie
 
Budget
Robin Grace
 
Common Area Improvements &
Volunteer Day
Tim Tyree
 
Pool & Pavilion
Simon Petty
 

Important News

Emma Petty
Editor
 
Because of all the recent rain, please make sure you cover up or use bug spray, particularly in long grass or heavily wooded areas. There's an abundant number of "chiggers" in the grass and these pests crawl under your skin and can itch for days .... preventation is far better than cure!
 
All homeowners received their Yearly Homeowner Invoices back in March that were due by April 30th, 2007.  As of July 1st, 2007 any unpaid dues will assess late fees.  Please mail your payment TODAY if you have not done so.  Cash flow is vital to the Association to make sure we cover all our expenses. 
 
Thank you! 
Send us your Pictures!
Rains 2007 
If you have a great photo that you'd like to share of somewhere in our neighborhood, then please send it to us.  We will pick the best one for each issue and publish it.  Please state when and where the picture was taken.
 
Check out this snapshot taken from 511 Broken Lance Drive during the heavy rains of July 2nd, 2007.  The gentle creek turned into a raging river! 
Hidden Springs Ranch Website
Hidden Springs Ranch Homeowners Association
PO Box 362
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Tel: (512) 858-0853
 
 
 
Dear Resident,
Welcome to the very first edition of the new Hidden Springs Ranch Newsletter!  We hope you like the format.  Our goal is to keep you updated on the latest happenings in and around our neighborhood as well as share any special issues or concerns that may affect us all. 
 
On behalf of the Hidden Springs Ranch Homeowners Association, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest neighbors and look forward to meeting you together with our longer term residents at some of our upcoming events. 
 
We are a self-managed Association and your willingness to participate in all aspects of the way we run is the key to our success.  New ideas and suggestions for improvements are always welcomed as we continue to strive to make Hidden Springs Ranch the best place to live.
 
Best regards,
Robin Grace
HSRHOA President
Hidden Springs Ranch LogoPool-Pavilion Showcase
Simon Petty
Pool-Pavilion Committee Chair
 
 
Summer is in full swing and the pool is getting lots of use during the hot days.  Thanks to our fellow homeowners the Scarpullas, our pool is always sparkling and clean. 
 
The pavilion area is looking great and the picnic tables are a welcome addition.   As one of the privileges of being a resident of Hidden Springs Ranch, the Pavilion is available for all your private party needs in 4-hour blocks.  Please contact the Association by emailing your request to hiddenspringshoa@hotmail.com or by calling 858-0853 and we'll get back to you with a confirmation of your reservation.  Homeowners must be in good account standing (no past dues) to reserve the Pavilion and please make sure you take all of your trash home with you after the event.  See the complete list of Pavilion rules on this page. 
 
To keep the pool and surrounding area enjoyable for all the residents, keep in mind these simple but very important tips on each visit:
 
  1. Wind umbrellas down after use, especially on windy days.
  2. Take home all of your belongings after each visit, including pool toys.
  3. Pick up your trash and place in waste receptacle.
  4. If you have removed the Polaris Pool Cleaner from the pool while swimming, please place back in the pool after use.
  5. Do Not prop open the gate preventing it from relocking.  This is a safety issue.
Finally, I do hope you and your families have a wonderful, safe and happy Summer.  See you at the pool!
 
Pavilion Reservation Rules
Simon Petty
Pool Pavilion Committee Chair

  1. The Hidden Springs Ranch (HSR) Community Facilities (includes Pavilion, Soccer Field, Pool, and surrounding common areas) are private facilities and are not open to the public.  Only members of the Hidden Springs Ranch Owners Association may use the Community Facilities, unless advance approval is obtained from the Manager of the HSR Pavilion Reservation Roster. 
  2. Non-member Organizations may employ the Community Facilities with approval of the Board of Directors, but only if the reservation does not conflict with a Member's reservation. Requests from Non-member Organizations to employ the Community Facilities must be made at least four (4) weeks prior to first use.  If a Member requests to reserve the Community Facilities for a time that conflicts with a reservation of a Non-member Organization, the Member's request takes priority.  In this case, the Non-member Organization will be given at least 10 days notice of cancellation of their reservation.
  3. Members may reserve the Pavilion (only) for themselves, their family, guests, invitees, agents, and employees for events.  Hidden Springs Ranch resident can not reserve the Pavilion for a holiday.  The Pool and Pool area can not be reserved.
  4. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and the areas and times may not be shared if a prior, conflicting reservation has been made.  Reservations must be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.  Reservations may not be assigned to another party.  Claimed reservations not posted may not be honored.  Reservations are available in four (4) hour blocks.
  5. A reservation may be refused, at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors, with no reason being given. A reservation for a Business or For-Profit event may be cancelled, at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors, with no reason being given. A reserved event may be terminated during its execution if, in the judgment of a Member of the Board of Directors, it poses a threat of harm or danger to property, other Members or their guests, or loss of quiet enjoyment by other Members of the HSR community.
  6. Use of the Facilities is at your own risk.  Pool Rules (see following Section) apply.  Hidden Springs Ranch is not responsible for damage, loss or theft of personal property.         
  7. No guests, invitees, agents or employees of Member may enter any Community Facilities for a reserved event unless the Member is present; the Member, or a resident of the member's household who is as least eighteen (18) years of age, must be present at all times during the event.            
  8. Member is responsible for the conduct of their guests, agents and employees.        
  9. No event (including clean-up time) may continue past 10:00 PM.
  10. Offensive language, loud and obnoxious noise and conduct, loud music, and climbing the fence are not permitted in the Community Facilities area.
  11. No alcoholic beverages are permitted by law to be sold at any Community Facility.  Members may furnish alcoholic beverages, but persons under the age of twenty-one (21) may not consume such beverages.        
  12. Parking is permitted only in designated areas.
  13. All trash generated from Member scheduled events must be removed from the event area.  Common area receptacles are not to be used for the purpose of disposing of event trash.  Trash must be taken home and deposited in appropriate receptacles.
  14. Hidden Springs Ranch residents and their guests shall not conduct any kind of solicitation to current HSR resident using the HSR facilities.
  15. You must have the Pavilion (including bathrooms) cleaned and all party items removed before the end of your reservation time.
  16. Hidden Springs Ranch resident with pending or active violation/fine can not reserve the Pavilion.
  17. RULES VIOLATIONS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF PAVILION RESERVATION AND POOL PRIVILEGES.
Financial Snapshot
Ellen Marchand, HSRHOA Administrator

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As the Administrator and fellow homeowner here in Hidden Springs Ranch, I wanted to share some of the financials with you to let you know how we are managing our money.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at hiddenspringshoa@hotmail.com or call 858-0853 for more information.
 
 
 
May YTD 2007 Income, $25,770
May YTD 2007 Expenses, $13,719
May YTD Bank Balance, $36,931
May YTD Actual Expenses versus Budget, $7,612 under Budget