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IMPORTANT DATES• Sep 4-8 Residential Brush/Bulky Pick Up

• Sep 4 Labor Day - City Offices Closed

• Sep 6 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

• Sept 11 Special City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

• Sep 18 City Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 2017

Before we share some memories about September, our Council and staff want to lift up our annual National Night Out Celebration. Each October, we gather with neighborhood friends, and as we do, we celebrate our old community memories and produce new ones. This

celebration is one of our four distinctively Shavano Park communitywide events managed by our neighbors with the support of police/fire personnel and our other staff.

On October 3, 2017, we encourage you to join the celebration with other families. Our event organizers have many things planned for this wonderful evening gathering, including chances to meet new friends. Later in the Roadrunner, you will see an article that provides a full account of the evening’s events.

Poster Contest. As a vital aspect of our community’s National Night Out, we will again sponsor our Annual Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest. The older members of our community will remember the joy of childhood participation in poster contests, including Fire Prevention Week posters. Some of us were inspired modern day Michelangelos or Monets, while most of us were clearly refrigerator artists. The same goes for posters submitted annually in Shavano Park. Nevertheless, whether the works by our community’s children are inspired works or works in progress, our viewing them, along with our deep expressions of gratitude and love to the participants, delivers to each child the life-changing blessing of a loving community.

As a community, we extend to the Blattman Elementary and Clark High School Applied Learning Environment (ALE) students what is now a vanishing opportunity. As a grateful community, we offer each child the occasion to be embraced by those who love them and want the best for them. In so doing, we offer up what so many communities have abandoned, and as we support our community’s children, our Council and staff encourage the young at heart to come and view the posters displayed at City Hall.

As with our other poster contests, we will exhibit this year’s entries and offer grade level prizes to Blattman participants. Blattman entries will also enjoy class level drawings for early submissions (a $20 Sonic gift card for each grade level early entry); with a similar award for the ALE program students. Finally, we encourage community children not attending Blattman to submit posters as well. We will recognize the winners at City Hall at 6:00 p.m. on October 3.

I Love September. I do not know if I am the only one, but I love September. There is just so much to love about it. Some September loves we share or shared include: this year’s high school/college/Cowboy (or Texan, if you like) football, return to elementary school/middle school/high school, some of the best fresh watermelons/onions/okra of the year, back at school with friends, new cloths, new/favorite teachers, new/favorite school subjects, new friends, (for kid, the possible end of lawn mowing season) and always the best sunsets

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Note From the Mayor, Cont ............. 2Office of the City Manager ....................3Fire Department Blotter .................... 4Police Department Blotter ................ 4National Night Out ............................ 5What Was Eve Thinking.................6-7Women's Club...................................8Garden for Wildlife..........................8-9Bentley Manor..................................10Blattman Elementary.......................10New Police Officers..........................11Brush/Bulky Pick Up........................11Lunch Bunch....................................12Neighborhood Watch.......................12Cultivate!................................14Classifieds .................................. 15

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CITY OF SHAVANO PARKINFORMATION

City Hall.................................................................................493-3478City Hall.................................................................................492-3816Public Works..........................................................................492-2841Municipal Court....................................................................492-2607Police Administration...........................................................492-9248Fire Administration...............................................................492-1111Republic Services Customer Service....................................304-2700DeZavala-Shavano Veterinary Clinic.....................................699-3939Non Emergency Fire/EMS, Police.........................................804-0110Emergency Fire/EMS, Police...........................................................911

HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS

CITY COUNCIL

City Hall hours of operation are:

Monday through Friday from

8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Hon. Bob Werner310 Fawn Drive210-867-0441

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Mayor Pro Tem, Michele Bunting Ross99 Bent Oak

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Alderman Heintzelman 115 Saddletree Rd.

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Alderman Mary Ann Hisel106 Elm Spring210-317-9769

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Alderman Mike Simpson100 Ripple Creek

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Alderman Mike Colemere111 Painted Post Lane

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Municipal Court hours of operation are:

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of the year (although I must admit that for me just about any Texas sunset is better than the best sunset anywhere else in the world).

There is just so much to love about September, and when we add in the many people, places and experiences we have loved throughout the year, September can be almost overwhelming. After experiencing the rush of September loves, how many of us, as kids, thought about our now passed summertime and everyday blessings - like mom and dad, our favorite pet dog/cat/turtle, and those lovingly prepared special Sunday lunches (so quickly gobbled down in September before watching Tom Landry’s Dallas Cowboys (or you may want to substitute in a team other than America’s Team)). And of course, there was and is so much more to September and love in general.

Love is a strange animal - comforting in its many forms and often both predictable and unpredictable at the same time. Any mother will recognize that it comes in more stripes than any five-year-old can paint on a rainbow, and like a five-year-old’s imaginary friend, it can be there one day and gone the next. For most of us, love is like a living creature that flourishes when well attended and suffers (or even dies) when left unattended. And then there is the question of measuring a mother’s love. Generally, the more we give of something the less we have to give, but with a mother’s love, the more she love gives the more love there remains to be shared by those all around.

As each of us starts September, please take stock of the love in your storehouse, and as you do, please also consider the example of Charlotte Narboni. Appearing on August 9 in a Nextdoor Shavano Park post is a wonderfully loving piece penned by Charlotte. In it, she relates her time with our dear neighbor, Dennis Carolin. Through her words, Charlotte shares with us what we have to miss when we fail to love family, friends and neighbors. Kudos to Charlotte!

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– Nov – FOCUS: City’s Municipal Tract

Ĕ PRE-BRIEF: NW Military Highway Improvement Plan Update

– Dec – FOCUS: NW Military Highway improvements - TxDOT

The 2010 Town Plan will be available for review by the public at the Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing and can be viewed at the City of Shavano Park website www.shavanopark.org. The next meeting is scheduled for September 6th at 6:30 at City Hall.

Directed Police PatrolsRecently, City Council authorized the City to hire two new Police Officers and last month Chief Lacy created two new positions that will conduct directed patrols on the days and the hours of high risk activity. These patrols will focus on safety of our major road networks, prevention of theft in targeted commercial areas, and prevention of crime in our neighborhoods. The program is already a great success. See more details of from Chief Lacy on page 11.

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Public Input Surveys – Updating the “Town Plan”

OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER:

The Planning and Zoning Commission has been tasked to make recommendations for updating the 2010 Town Plan, which is the comprehensive planning document that assists in guiding the City’s future. Public hearing and surveys were conducted in both July and August and will continue through December. Each month a different focus area will be reviewed, which will be preceded by an update the month prior. In parallel with the public hearings, the City will host an informal survey soliciting input on each topic area. See schedule below for tentative plan.

✓ Jul – FOCUS: Vision and Strategic Goals, City Issues, and the City’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (Completed)

Ĕ PRE-BRIEF: Hike & Bike Trails and Sidewalks Update

✓ Aug – FOCUS: Hike & Bike Trails and Sidewalks (Completed)

Ĕ PRE-BRIEF: Development Update - Denton Communities and Bitterblue

– Sep 6th – FOCUS: Residential and Commercial Development

Ĕ PRE-BRIEF: Drainage Study Results - KFW Engineering

– Oct – FOCUS: Flooding and Drainage

Ĕ PRE-BRIEF: Feasibility Study and Survey Results

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FIRE BLOTTER POLICE BLOTTERPolice Administration - 492-9248Fire Administration - 492-1111

Michael NaughtonFire Chief

Ray LacyPolice Chief

313 Total Police Department Calls for service.

366 Total Officer Initiated Citizen Contacts.

81 Total Fire Department Calls for July 2017

12 Criminal Calls1 Arrest of Wanted Person2 Criminal Mischief1 Endangerment of Child1 Failure to I.D.1 Narcotic Violation (class B and up)3 Narcotic Violations (class C)1 Theft1 Theft of Mail

301 Non-Criminal Calls3 Minor Accidents58 Alarm Calls11 Animal Calls38 Assist Fire Department / EMS7 Assist Other Law Enforcement Agencies5 Assist Public111 City Ordinance Violations1 Criminal Trespass Warning1 Deceased Person6 Disturbances12 Information1 Recovered / Found Property21 Suspicious Activity5 Traffic Hazard4 Welfare Concern17 911 Hang-up Calls

366 Officer Initiated Contacts311 Community Policing Contacts / Crime Preventions55 Out of Town / Patrol-By Reports

13 Fire Alarms7 House Fire Alarm in Shavano Park3 Commercial Fire Alarm in Shavano Park1 Assist Bexar-Bulverde with a residential building fire 2 Assist Hollywood Park with residential fire alarms

40 Rescue/EMS Calls37 EMS Calls – not motor vehicle collisions1 Assist San Antonio with a Motor Vehicle Collision 2 Assist Leon Valley FD with EMS calls 16 Service Calls2 Standby (Residential Activated Fire Alarms, Bexar-Bulverde)1 Standby (Residential Activated Fire Alarms, Hollywood Park)2 Standby (Commercial Activated Fire Alarms, Hollywood Park)9 Standby (Residential Activated Fire Alarms, Leon Springs)2 Standby (Commercial Activated Fire Alarms, Leon Springs)

6 Good Intent Calls1 Assist Hollywood Park (cancelled en route)3 Assist Castle Hills (cancelled en route)1 Assist Leon Springs (cancelled en route)1 Assist Grey Forest (cancelled en route)

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National Night OutJOIN US ON TUESDAY,

OCTOBER 3, 2017 AT 6:00 PM

National Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide neighborhood watch campaign. The program builds strong partnerships between the police and community, promotes involvement in local crime and drug prevention activities, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie as part of our efforts to let criminals know that the City of Shavano Park is united and dedicated to building a safer, more caring community. National Night Out is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

The purpose of National Night Out is to build strong partnerships between the police and community to promote crime awareness programs such as Neighborhood Watch groups.

Along with traditional “lights on” and front porch vigils, cities and towns across the America celebrate NNO with a variety of events and activities such as:

~ Block Parties - Flashlight walks ~ Safety demonstrations~ McGruff, the Crime Dog ~ Visits from local Police and Fire Departments~ City Sponsored Events – Shavano Park City Hall

Neighborhoods throughout the City of Shavano Park are encouraged to lock your doors, turn on your porch lights, and gather with your neighbors to show unity against criminal activity and join City Council members, other city officials and your public safety personnel in making National Night Out 2017 a SUCCESS and making our community a better, safer place to live.

Anyone interested in hosting a National Night Out Block Party, or to receive more information, please contact the City’s point of contact, Chief Ray Lacy at (210) 492-9248 x 211 or via email at [email protected] or Etta Fanning at Ph. 210.493.8758 / cell-text 210.722.4452 / fax. 210.493.8758 or via email [email protected].

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 20176:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Please print clearly

Organizer’s Name______________________________

Event Location _______________________________

Name of Sponsor/Host _________________________

Phone Number (H) ___________________________

(C) _________________________________________

Best time to call ____________________________

Time of Your Event _________

Estimated End Time _________

Approximate Number of Participants

Adults ______ Children_____

Any special planned events at your gathering?

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How can the City of Shavano Park assist you in support of your event?

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For additional information, please call Chief Ray Lacy at 210/492-9248 x 211 or email [email protected] Return your registration form to Shavano Park PD: Fax to: 210.492.2824, Drop off at the police counter during business hours, or Mail to:

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What Was Eve Thinking?by Vicky Maisel

So you are a beautiful naked woman standing in the Garden of Eden when this long tube like creature slithers up to you and says “ Hey baby want an apple ?” The thing has no arms or legs and crawls around in the dirt and Eve said “Yes”. What was she thinking? “Oh boy, some Jimmy Choo’s and a Birken bag?” Let’s be honest snakes are gross, they wiggle and squiggle really fast and scare the apple out of most women (and really smart men). Well, after eating that apple and getting nothing but some lousy fig leaves I’m fairly sure she thought “the only good snake is a dead snake”. How do you know if it’s a good snake or a bad snake or a dead snake? Well technically they all good snakes some are venomous and some are not. And despite the dust up with Eve, they are still God’s creatures and serve a useful purpose (unlike mosquitoes- which I am sure was just a terrible accident in laboratory somewhere).

Why are snakes good? Snakes eat rodents. Rodents have fleas and ticks. So when the snake eats the rat it also eats the fleas and ticks. If the tick has Lyme disease the snake eats the bacteria too Snakes have very strong digestive juices, capable of digesting bone, hair and tissue. So bacteria doesn’t stand a chance. The snake doesn’t get the disease it just kinda get swallowed up with rat and is dissolved. Snakes also eat insects. Snake will eat thousands of grass hoppers a year. So thank a snake that we haven’t had a plague of locusts.

Snakes are food for birds of prey and other snakes. But best of all. The venom from snakes are being used to to treat many human health problems. No seriously, venom is being used

to treat cancers, heart and stroke disease and Parkinson’s disease.

Texas has four species of venomous snakes. I know we think venomous and poisonous are pretty much the same thing but they are not. Poison can be delivered through air or ingestion. Venom – well you need a snake to actually bite you. Which apparently they would rather not do unless they are cornered. But more on that later. The Texas venomous snakes are Copperhead, Coral, Cottonmouth and Rattlesnake.

The copperhead is a pit viper. I thought that meant they lived in pits like in the movie “Indiana Jones -Raiders of the Lost Ark “(did y’all just say “snakes why did it have to be snakes ?”But I digress. They’re called pit vipers because they have a pit located between the eye and the nostril on both sides of their head. These openings are highly sensitive infrared detecting organs which allow the copperhead to find and

judge the size of warm- blooded prey. Be careful around down or decaying trees, sheet metal lying on the ground and rock or wood piles because that’s where copperheads like to hide.

Red and yellow kill a fellow red and black poison lack. That’s how to tell the difference between a coral snake and other non- venomous snakes. Basically the milk snake is uses the similar

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coloring to the coral snake to fool predators. So if you see red and yellow. – That is the coral snake. Coral snakes tend to be shy hiding in deep leave litters, dens and burrows. They have the most potent venom of any snake in North America but thankfully count for less that one percent of the number of annual snake bites. There is no anti- venom manufactured in the United States available for people bitten by a coral snake.

You will hear the rattlesnake snake before you see it. Rattlesnakes like rabbits and small rodents. The rat snake closely resembles a rattlesnake but the rat snake is non- venomous. If you see a snake 20 feet above you in a tree it’s a rat snake. I don’t know about you but that kinda creeps me out and I don’t think I’ll be looking up at the trees when I walk anymore.

The cottonmouth or water moccasin is a semi-aquatic pit viper. They eat frogs and fish. All snakes swim on top of the water, however when they stop to rest venomous snakes will continue to float on top of the water and non- venomous snakes will sink with only their heads visible. If a water moccasin feels threatened it will stand its ground and flatten its body out to make itself look bigger. They will hiss and gape their mouths open revealing the light color mouth (hence cottonmouth)

So you see a snake stretched out warming itself in a sunny spot or lounging on a rock. What do you do? I have always found screaming “Miiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiike “and leaping tall patio furniture in a single bound works for me. But it helps to remember snakes (even venomous ones act more on defense than offense). You are not prey so the snake would really rather avoid you too. What you should do is stop where you are and slowly back away. (I think I’m going to stick with my method). While you are standing on the patio table trying to get on your roof you can think of this statistic- 90% of all snake bites happen to males between the ages of 18 and 28 and alcohol is involved. There are all kinds of things I can say about women being superior beings and Darwinian Theory but guys I think I’ll just let this one go. Sometimes it’s just too easy.

But if you should get bit by a snake assume the worst. Assume it was venomous. Do not try and catch the snake or kill the snake. Just dial 911 and let Chief Naughton and the fire department get you to emergency help. And because our fire department has smart folks they won’t try to kill it either. But do try to remember to describe the snake as best you can for the doctor. If you see a dead snake – do not touch it. A snake can strike up to one hour after its death. Doesn’t that make “Snakes on a Plane” seems even stupider?

So now don’t you wonder what Eve was thinking? She didn’t stand still. She didn’t slowly back up. Nooooo – she listened to the snake, ate the apple and look where it got us? We are afraid of all snakes and call really awful people snakes. Liars have forked tongues. And we have snake skin cowboy boots. Aside from the boots no good comes from chit chatting a snake.

For more snake information U T Health Science Center - South Texas Poison ControlVenomous Snakes of Texas – Texas A and M Veterinary

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Medicine and Biomedical SciencesVenomous Snake Safety – Texas Parks and Wildlife.South Texas Herpetology Association The Benefits of Snakes from All-Creatures. Org Snakes – Good for the Garden – davesgarden.com

Photos by South Texas Poison CenterPhotos of Shavano Park Snakes by Debbi Kaler.

I am most appreciative of the photos by Debbi Kaler who is braver than I and doesn’t leap tall patio furniture.

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Red and black, friend of Jack. The milk snake has red next to black stripes.

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Women's Clubby: Maggi Kautz

BIG YEAR AHEAD FOR WOMEN’S CLUB!

Dust off your favorite tea party hat, find that feather boa, pile on the jewelry and join us at the first meeting of the year for members of the Shavano Park Women’s Club. Officers of the SPWC will welcome members at a fun filled, not-to-be-missed Festive Tea Party at our own City Hall. The party will begin at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 14th, so be sure to save that date for this entertaining event.

Yearbooks will be distributed and members will get an overview of the great programs planned for the year. There will be something for everyone, beginning with October’s cooking class at Central Market (fried green tomatoes, anyone?) and ending with the May meeting to be held at the beautiful Club Giraud on the banks of the San Antonio River. This is only a sampling of great things to come! Be sure to plan on attending and take the opportunity to be the first to sign up for programs and learn about our philanthropic endeavors for our community.

Please RSVP by Friday, 8th to Kit Fuller at [email protected] or give her a call at 210-326-0097. We want to make sure we have enough scones to go around.

If you have are interested in joining SPWC or learning more about this energetic group of ladies, please give President Maggi Kautz a call at 210-408-7050.

National Wildlife Federation

by: Vicky Maisel

Would you like to help us get the City of Shavano Park certified as a Community Wildlife Habitat? There is a lot you can do. Please keep sending photos of the wildlife in your backyard to [email protected] I have received some amazing photos. (and not one big thumb in any of them)

Now I’m asking you to consider certifying your yard as a National Wildlife Federation’s Backyard Habitat” The checklist below will help you decide if your yard can be certified. Each yard certified is points toward the city certification. If you would like to help by getting your yard certified go to the National Wildlife Federation website www.nwf.org/certifiedwildifehabitat. It costs $20 but you will receive a certificate from the National Wildlife Federation and receive their newsletter. If you do get your yard certified please let me know so I can count your yard to needed points for the city certification.

This will be a great honor for the city and celebrating our love for nature and our wildlife. If you have any questions about the certificate or want to help please email me at [email protected]

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SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES: You need to employ practices from at least two of the three categories below to help manage your habitat in a sustainable way- to better help wildlife, we advocate employing one or more practices from each category:

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Controlling Exotic Species:• Practice Integrated Pest Management• Remove Non-Native Plants and Animals

• Use Native Plants• Reduce Lawn Areas

Organic Practices:• Eliminate Chemical Pesticides• Eliminate Chemical Fertilizers

• Compost

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Bentley Manor September

Dining Out GroupSubmitted by Marylin Berrier

Co-hosts, Paula & Steve Peters and Barb & Sam Bowker did a spectacular job hosting and coordinating the July Bentley Manor Dining Out event held at Ruth Chris in La Cantera. Prior to the dinner, the hosts provided yummy appetizers and beverages at the Peters’ residence.

Now, let’s focus on Saturday, September 16, the next social event. Mark your calendars! Sandy & Phil Cooley will be our hosts; social hour at their home 6-7 pm, followed by dinner at a restaurant of their choice. Members will receive an email with the details in early September.

We welcome any Bentley Manor resident to join our group. We usually meet every other month, usually the third Saturday, but we stay flexible!

Join us! What fun evenings and great friendships we share!

For more information on our group or to join, contact Marylin Berrier, Dining Out Group Coordinator @ 286.8833 or [email protected]

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Patricia J. Blattman ElementaryBlack Bears’ News

by Annyce Kuykendall

Upcoming Events9/5 PTA Meeting and Bear Facts Night9/6 PTA Spirit Night Fundraiser at Papa John’s9/11 College Shirt Day9/14 Fall Picture Day9/15 Grandparents’ Day to Read9/18-9/22 Celebrate Freedom Week9/28 Papa Bear Welcome Dinner

***Save the Date!***• The Bear Bash Annual Fundraiser is November 3!

Bear Tracks & FactsThe NISD district-wide theme for the school year is NISD Inspired. Patricia J. Blattman (school namesake) remains a guiding, integral part of the school’s mission and vision for excellence in education. Mrs. Blattman’s presence, time, and commitment to the school are an inspiration to all that have the privilege of knowing, working, and learning from her.

You’ll find her hosting the staff to a Back to School Luncheon and delivering motivational messages throughout the year. Mrs. Blattman attends events such as monthly flag ceremonies, 5th Grade graduation, and the Bear Bash annual fundraiser. In addition, her greatest gift of time is spent reading with each individual first grade Black Bear.

Look for an honor paver recognizing Mrs. Blattman at the Northside Sports Gym Plaza of Influence. She continues to “Go Beyond the Game” to make a difference in the lives of Northside students, teachers, staff, and families.

Remember to stay connected on Twitter @nisdBlattman and check the Blattman website (http://nisd.net/blattman) for additional information, dates/times, and reminders. Visit the About Us section of the website to learn more about our school namesake.

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Two New Police Officers Serving Our Community

Ray Lacy, Chief of Police

After approval by our City Council, two additional police officers were added to the Shavano Park Police Force. These two officers are already on the streets, providing neighborhood

visibility, enforcement, and community service to the city.

The two officers have been assigned as a directed patrol team, with duty throughout the city as needed. A major part of their patrol duty is visible deterrence in areas where crimes are occurring, traffic enforcement, and neighborhood patrol. So drive slow, stop completely at that stop sign, and do not run the red light, as these officers, along with all the patrol staff, are on the street, enforcing the traffic and criminal code to keep you- our citizens safe!

SHAVANO PARK RESIDENTIAL BRUSH/BULKY PICK UP

The annual Brush/Bulky pick up is scheduled for September 4 – 8. There is a ten (10) cubic yard limit per household, any amount exceeding this limit will not be picked up and will be reported to the City. For comparison - One (1) cubic yard is two (2) 95 gallon carts. Citizens are provided one (1) 95 gallon cart.

RESIDENTIAL BRUSH/BULKY PICK UP ONLY!!!!Commercial Tree Trimmers are responsible for removing trimming and should NOT use this pick up for disposing of brush.

RESIDENTS MAY BEGIN TO PLACE BRUSH/BULKY ITEMS AT THE CURB, MONDAY, AUGUST 28

Accepted Materials:Shrubs / Tree Branches / Woody Vines / Other herbaceous and woody plantsBBQ grills (without compressed gas tanks)CarpetingFencingFurnitureMattressesToiletsWater heatersAppliances ***Refrigerators, freezers, and a/c window units will be collected only if refrigerant has been removed and the appliance is tagged and certified, indicating removal of refrigerant***.

Materials Not AcceptedHousehold TrashHazardous Materials (paints, household cleaners)Compressed Gas TanksTiresTelevisionsComputersMedical WasteAppliances with refrigerant that have not been removed and certified.

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Shavano Park Lunch Bunch September 2017

by Marylin Berrier

Next Lunch Bunch Date: Wednesday, September 27!

This fun group of Shavano Park ladies will be traveling to Los Patios Restaurant and hosted by Glenda Bibb. This restaurant

is known as an established favorite ladies lunch spot situated in a very peaceful park-like setting and provides a delicious menu. Lunch for our group is scheduled at 11:30 am. Afterwards there will be an opportunity to visit some of the shops on the premises.

Make your reservations with Glenda at 493.8889 or email [email protected] If anyone needs a ride, please contact Glenda and she will arrange rides for anyone needing transportation.

Our membership is growing! The Shavano Park Lunch Bunch is open to ALL ladies of Shavano Park. Want to join? Contact Marylin Berrier at 286.8833 or email: [email protected] to be added to our monthly email notification list. If you have not been receiving emails, please contact Marylin to make sure your name is re-entered on the list!

Neighborhood WATCH Report Let’s Have a Block Party2017 National Night Out (NNO)Tuesday, October 3rd, 6-8PM

Submitted by Etta Fanning, Coordinator Neighborhood WATCH

Every year, neighbors like you, across the USA come together during National Night Out. In Neighborhood WATCH, we’re all about getting together with neighbors and friends to share good times and great food. So, Neighborhood WATCH partners with Shavano Park Police to celebrate NNO with block parties again this year. It’s a fun time to bring the neighbors outside to meet the new residents and visit with each other.

Neighborhood WATCH encourages the residents of Shavano Park, to “bring the grill out front”, or set up a table with refreshments or pot luck with the neighbors. Team up with another neighbor/s and invite your neighborhood to meet on your driveway for some laughs and a good time. Let’s have a block party for every neighborhood in Shavano Park. It’s an opportunity to thank our Police and Firefighters/EMS First Responders when they visit your block party.

IT’S TIME TO START PLANNING. Planning details: 1. Decide to have a neighborhood block party or team up with another neighbor to plan together. 2. Register your information. Contact Etta Fanning or Chief Lacy. 3. Invite your neighbors to your block party, and follow up 2 days before as a reminder. 4. Neighborhood WATCH will assist you with yard signs and NNO goodies for your block party (while supplies last).

Thanks to people like you, our Shavano Park neighborhoods are safer. Together we can help make our communities safer and happier places. So turn on your porch light on October 3rd, and have a block party on the driveway. Please be safe.

Etta Fanning/ Neighborhood WATCH – Cell/text: 210-722-4452 / Email: [email protected]

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SHAVANO PARK CLASSIFIEDSPET SITTING/HOUSE SITTING:Nadya Strudell, 18 years old, attending Savannah College of Art and Design. I love cleaning and keeping a house tidy. I can be contacted at (210) 247-7087 or at [email protected]

PET SITTING, LIFEGUARD:Sarah Trippy, 17 years old. I am available for pet care, with 2+ years experience with a variety of pets. I also have Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR certifications. Contact me at (210) 287-7097 or [email protected].

PET SITTING, BABY SITTING, AND LAWN CARE SERVICE: Zachary Jackson, 15 years old. Contact me at 210-273-9253, or [email protected]. I live in Bentley Manor, and I am a Cadet Corporal in the TMI Corps of Cadets.

PET SITTING/BABY SITTING:Alyssa Ryan, 16 years old, Junior at Antonian High School. Call me at (210) 305-0592.

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BABY SITTING/HOUSE SITTING: Caren Valenciano, recent Clark HS graduate, 18 years old. Dependable, responsible, and have my own vehicle. CPR Certified. References available. Contact me at (210) 422-3466

PET SITTING:Maria Scarpino, 14 years old, and I live in Shavano Creek. I have 4 years experience in taking care of pets and am available for pet care. Contact me at [email protected] or (210)724-7691.

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