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INS IDE TH IS
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City Council Highlights Sunset Valley Garden News
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2015 National Night Out
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Chief’s Corner
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City Calendar
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The Valley Newsletter O C T O B E R 2 0 1 5 C I T Y O F S U N S E T V A L L E Y
T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
Meet the Candidates—October 27, 2015 @ 6:00 P.M. Meet the Candidates is a public forum for residents to ask ques�ons and meet candidates running
for City Council. Meet the Candidates is scheduled for one hour and will follow a structured format
moderated by Mayor Cardona. Residents are encouraged to par�cipate, ask a ques�on or just
come and listen. On the panel will be Marc Bruner and incumbents Council Member Jeff Burde#
and Rudi Rosengarten. The City Council mee�ng will begin at 7:00 P.M. following Meet the Candi-
dates.
Committee, Boards and Commission Volunteers
The City is accep�ng applica�ons for residents interested in an appointment to serve on the City’s
standing commi#ees. Enclosed in this newsle#er is the applica�on. On the back of the form is a
descrip�on of typical ac�vi�es of each commi#ee. All interested residents must complete and sub-
mit an applica�on to be considered for an appointment, even if you are a current regular or alter-
nate member of a commi#ee. Applica�ons are due Friday, November 20, 2015. The City Council
will make appointments in December. The City Ethics policy is available for review on the City’s
website at www.sunsetvalley.org. Please note, no appointments will be made to the Zoning Com-
mission this year. Members of this Board serve a two year term that began in November 2014.
Do You or Someone You Know Have Concerns About Falling? This December, A MATTER OF BALANCE, an award-winning program designed to manage falls and
increase ac�vity levels will be offered in Sunset Valley. This program emphasizes prac�cal strate-
gies to manage falls and is proven to maintain independ-
ence for older adults. In this class you will learn to: view
falls as controllable, set goals for increasing ac�vity, reduce
fall risks at home, and learn exercises to increase strength
and balance.
The class is open to anyone who is aged 60 and older and taught by cer�fied instructors. If you are
concerned about falls, interested in improving your balance, flexibility, and strength, have fallen in
the past, have restricted your ac�vi�es because of concerns about falling, please consider joining
the class. The class will meet a total of 8 days on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning December 1st,
from 9 AM to 11 AM. Snacks will be provided and there is no fee for the course. There are only 12
seats allowed for the class, so please call to reserve your space.
To register or should you have ques�ons, please contact Penny Cedel at (512) 773-1655 or Sara
Wilson at City Hall (512) 892-1383, or email Sara at [email protected].
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P A G E 2 T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
S UN S ET VA L L E Y COMMUN I T Y
GA RD EN N EWS
Gardening in the Winter? Yes, Texas actually has TWO growing sea-
sons and a Fall garden is great for “cool weather” plants that wilt in
our summer heat. Le#uce, spinach, carrots, beets, kale and chard are
some favorites in the Sunset Valley Community Garden. Plant them
now and enjoy them through the winter and into the early spring.
We had a Garden Work Day on Friday, October 16th, to get the beds
ready for the cooler growing season. Several gardeners gathered to
clear the summer leLovers and plant fall plants and seeds. We hope
that the garden flourishes in the cooler weather.
There is room for YOU in the garden! For just $20 each year, you can
use one of the garden spaces, filled with soil, to grow vegetables,
herbs and flowers. There are several Master Gardeners and other ex-
perienced folks in the Sunset Valley community who are happy to give
advice and assistance to any interested new gardeners and point out
resources to help.
FALL SPECIAL—GARDEN SPACES CAN BE USED FOR FREE UNTIL THE
END OF 2015! Would you like to join us? Contact Mary Jo Light -
512.892.6661- to get started!
Council Highlights from the October 13, 2015 Mee�ng
Council approves annual appointments and contracts. At the first mee�ng of the fiscal year, the City Council re-
viewed annual contracts and appointments. While most of these rela�onships have existed for many years, for some, it
is a requirement to reappoint and/or renew contracts annually. The full list of contracts approved is on the website.
City Proclaims November 7, 2015 as Sunset Valley Arbor Day. Sunset Valley will celebrated Arbor Day and plant
trees. More informa�on about Arbor Day ac�vi�es will be distributed closer to the event.
Staff presenta�on on a proposed Wildlife Management Plan. Over the past year the Planning and Environmental
Commi#ee reviewed and updated the Wildlife Management Plan. Carolyn Meredith, Environmental Manager present-
ed an overview of the proposed plan to the Council for review and comment. No ac�on was taken by the Council.
The Wildlife Management Plan is available for review on the city website and provides a framework for managing hu-
man-wildlife interac�ons. The goals of this plan are to protect and enhance wildlife habitat; promote environmental
educa�on; promote volunteer involvement in wildlife and habitat protec�on and enhancement projects; and, promote
internal educa�on and consistency in Department ac�ons. The Wildlife Management Plan includes species specific
management plans for several vertebrate and invertebrate species. Each of these species specific management plans
includes biological informa�on and management ac�ons to be carried out by City staff and volunteers.
Cindy Walker, Mary Black, and
Sam Cantu admire the fall
plan�ngs in Mary's bed.
Sandy and Art Williams cleaning
out their bed.
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T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
P A G E 3 T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
National Night Out - October 6, 2015
Thank you to everyone who came out to 2015 Na�onal Night Out and to those who helped make this a wonderful commu-
nity event. Na�onal Night Out is the �me for recogni�on of both the officers and the community members that they serve.
Ci�zen Awards went to Mayor Rose Cardona, Public Safety Commi#ee (PSC) Chair and Council Member Jeff Burde#, and
PSC members Frank Williams, Art Williams, and John Bellanca. Many of the Sunset Valley police officers received awards.
Most notably, Officer Steve De Avila- Rookie of the Year and a Life Saving Award. Sgt. Tyler Early— Supervisor of the Year
and Officer Jeremy Pierce— Officer of the Year. Lt. Andreucci and Shanna Neubauer received the Extra Mile Award.
Pictured below: 1. NNO 2015; 2. TEXSAR K-9; 3. Chief Ford, Council Member Jeff Burde#, Mayor Cardona and Bryn Burde#;
4. Be#y Grubbs with Officers Early, Gill, Morales, Andreucci, Francese, Robinson and Saucedo; 5. Future Police Officer?; 6.
SVPD; 7. Chief Ford, John Bellanca, and Mayor Cardona; 8. Art Williams and Shanna Neubauer; 9. Travis County Constable
Hernandez and Chief Ford; 9. TEXSAR; 10. NNO 2015.
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CHIEF ’ S CORNER S . M . F O R D , M P A
Community Members,
As many of you have commented to me, or are aware of, over the last year, our department along with many other law en-
forcement communi�es, have experienced a larger amount of sorrow and sadness due to the loss of more officers across
this na�on, some closer to home than others, in tragic violence against the police. The one thing many agencies and law
enforcement leaders have had to combat internally and within their ranks, is the feeling of misdirec�on and the lack of ap-
precia�on by individual officers and their families given the nega�vity a#ached in some areas related to policing in America.
As many know, this is not the majority feeling, and most police officers serve honorably and without issue or concern.
As with anything nega�ve or sensa�onalized, it can be overwhelming and some�mes challenging to understand the pulse of
a community. The SVPD leadership has been able to combat this locally, thanks to many of your kind comments, special
treat deliveries, and many cards or notes during tough �mes. I must say it is moving to get a le#er or email out of the blue
from a resident just taking a moment to say they appreciate the daun�ng tasks and job that our officers do daily, or to thank
them for responding to a call for need. For that, I thank you immensely for taking that �me to do so!
I am going on my 25th year in the law enforcement profession, over twenty of those as a police officer in the field. My cur-
rent responsibility is to form and mentor the future leaders of the Sunset Valley Police Department. This is vitally important
for the community so that it never has to skip a beat should the leadership change. I can tell you that I am focused on en-
suring that the community of Sunset Valley has a strong, professional, and caring police department who doesn’t just say
they do community policing, but in fact live the ideology. That forma�on of values and the mission live through well-
structured partnerships within the community which help to make this city and its police department one of the best places
to serve and live in. The officers at SVPD love their community and strongly believe in their mission and values. The officers
and ci�zens alike, know each other and take care of one another. This is a value that has been lost in many communi�es and
I truly believe it increases the success of both the PD and the Sunset Valley community as a whole.
Every day as the current leader of this organiza�on, I come to work proud of the fine men and woman who value their com-
mitment and oath to serve, even under the increasing responsibili�es, expecta�ons, and na�onal scru�ny of their du�es in
the policing profession. Luckily our agency is not experiencing the intense amount of nega�vity and/or deple�on of com-
munity partnerships that is being highlighted by the media in so many other areas of the na�on. We luckily have the sup-
port of our community, and I believe that is something earned and not just given. Thank you for entrus�ng the department
with that responsibility.
The recent Na�onal Night Out was not just about recognizing the men and women who put the uniform on, but it was also
about the officer's families. The wives, husbands, children, partners, and significant others that con�nue to support their
loved ones when they step out their door every day to serve are the silent heroes. Our officers families know that their
loved ones are appreciated by the wonderful community of Sunset Valley. This in some ways, minimizes that uneasiness
they have, seeing their loved one put on his or her badge and duty belt every day, as they leave to serve the community of
Sunset Valley. I know the officers embrace the rela�onships with the ci�zens, as I do when I have formed strong bonds
with many a community member here in Sunset Valley. The SVPD thanks you for that opportunity.. It is a partnership
earned and solidified by the increasing trust within the community. In today's world of law enforcement, it is more appreci-
ated then you may know.
Again, thanks to all of you, for the support of this police department not just at Na�onal Night Out, but throughout the
years. We value our rela�onship with you and understand that it is a trust placed into our hands, for us to serve you re-
sponsibly and respecWully. I look forward to the future and what it may bring to all of us within the community of Sunset
Valley!
As always, should anyone wish to speak to me, feel free to contact me via email @ [email protected] or call my office
at 512-892-1384, to schedule an appointment.
Chief Ford
P A G E 4 T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
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P A G E 5 T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
T H E V A L L E Y N E W S L E T T E R
O C T O B E R / N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 5
Monday, October 26th 6:00 P.M.
Public Safety Committee City Hall
Tuesday, November 3rd Election Day
Tuesday, November 10th 6:00 PM
City Council City Hall
Wednesday November 11th 6:00 P.M.
Community and Economic Development City Hall
Wednesday, November 11th 7:00 P.M.
Board of Adjustment (if needed) City Hall
Thursday, November 12th 7:00 PM
Budget, Finance and Administration City Hall
Monday, November 16th 6:00 PM
City Council City Hall
Thursday, November 19th Public Works Committee City Hall
Thursday, November 5th 6:00 P.M.
Planning and Environmental Committee City Hall
Meeting Dates and Time May Change. Please check the City’s Website SunsetValley.org
for updates.
JDRF One Walk Sunday, November 1st Event Opens: 8:30 AM Walk Starts: 10 AM Toney Burger Center
Each year, JDRF One Walk™ brings together thousands of people to change the futures of everyone living with type 1 diabe-
tes (T1D). Join the Sunset Valley Team before Monday, October 26th to receive free Team t-Shirt. Sign up on-line or contact
Sara Wilson, Assistant City Administrator at City Hall at 512-892-1383, or email [email protected].
Giant Yard Sale Saturday, November 7th 9 AM to 1 PM Sunset Valley Elementary
Mark your calendars for one of our school's biggest fundraisers - please come by and shop on Saturday November 7th from
9 A.M. to 1 P.M.! We will also eagerly accept your dona�ons! Suggested dona�ons include toys, baby gear, clothes, furni-
ture, sports/outdoor equipment, housewares, home decor, and books and music. The SSV PTA will collect dona�ons the
week before the sale in front of the school office. Unsold merchandise will be donated to Easter Seals aLer the sale. All do-
na�ons are tax-deduc�ble. You may also rent your own booth to sell your own wares. Volunteers are also welcome! Please
contact [email protected] with any ques�ons.
Veteran's Day Program
Tuesday, November 11th @ 9 AM
The Sunset Valley Elementary School will honor veterans from our armed forces. All veterans are invited to join the students
on Tuesday, November 10 at 9:00am for a special program, to be followed by a recep�on.
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City of Sunset Valley Newsletter 3205 Jones Road Sunset Valley, TX 78745
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Board of Adjustment
Commi;ee Members
Thomas Cedel, Chair Randall Rosengarten, Vice Chair Richard Hayes Marshall McHone Sandy Cox - alternate Jennifer Fadal—alternate
************************************ Budget, Finance & Administra�ve
Commi;ee Members
Rudi Rosengarten, Council Representa�ve John Bellanca Melissa Gonzales Marc Bruner J.R. Esquivel Michael Francis ************************************ Community & Economic
Development Commi;ee Members
Mickie Powers, Chair, Council Representa�ve Penny Cedel Rudi Rosengarten Karen Flournoy Sandi Williams ************************************ Zoning Commission
Commi;ee Members Robert Skewis, Chair Miguel Huerta, Vice Chair Susan Durso John Frick Brant Boozer—alternate Cynthia Nelson Bridget Robinson—alternate
Rose Cardona, Mayor
Walter Jenkins, Mayor Pro tem
Forrest Arnold, Council Member
[email protected] Jeff Burde;, Council Member
jburde#@sunsetvalley.org Mickie Powers, Council Member
[email protected] Rudi Rosengarten, Council Member
************************************ Arts Commission
Commi;ee Members John Frick, Chair Walter Jenkins, Council Representa�ve James Hart Karen Medicus Erika Montero Sasha Russell Ma# Young Be#y Dunn- alternate Cat Quintanilla - alternate Kim Moncus—honorary member SV Elemen-
Planning & Environmental
Commi;ee Members
Forrest Arnold, Council Representa�ve Helen Besse Terry Cowan Edward Grimes Lucy Hairston Zoe Treiff Karen Medicus *********************************** Public Safety Commi;ee Members
Jeff Burde#, Council Representa�ve Pam Bellanca Ruth Dawson Erwin Haddon Ketan Kharod Art Williams Frank Williams John Bellanca—alternate *********************************** Public Works Commi;ee Members
Walter Jenkins, Council Representa�ve John Bellanca Mary Black Marc Bruner Melissa Gonzales Randy Machemehl Ken Schroeder Richard Leigh —alternate