City of

Meadowlakes

 Your weekly update of the latest Meadowlakes news and events 
In This Issue
FIREWORKS PROHIBITED
HOLIDAY CLOSING
CLUBHOUSE NEWS
MAYOR'S CORNER
FOURTH OF JULY ACTIVITIES
FREE PATRIOTIC CONCERT
GOLF CART REGULATIONS
UPCOMING MEETINGS
POA NEWS
HIDDEN FALLS GOLF CLUB
REMODELING PROJECTS
PARKING RESTRICTIONS
WATERING RESTRICTIONS
ONLINE UTILITY BILL PAY
LOST AND FOUND
DIRECTORY UPDATES
WE'RE GOING SOCIAL
Quick Links
Upcoming Events
Important Numbers 
Issue: # 255
July 1, 2015

"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave."  

Elmer Davis
               
FIREWORKS PROHIBITED
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Please remember that fireworks are prohibited.  Below is the ordinance on fireworks:

(a) Definition. The term "fireworks" means any explosive device of any magnitude, including, but not limited to, firecrackers, Roman candles, fountains, rockets, air bombs, wheels and shells. An exception to this restriction is granted for possession and use of sparklers. Sparklers are allowed fireworks, with the restriction that use shall only be conducted by an adult, or used under the direct supervision of an adult, and further restricted that use does not include throwing of the sparkler.

 

(b) Prohibition. A person commits an offense if such person sells, uses, possesses or transports fireworks within the city. 

 

HOLIDAY CLOSING
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The Meadowlakes City Hall and Public Works will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day.  We will reopen on Monday, July 6th at 8 a.m.

Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July!!
 
CLUBHOUSE NEWS
 
Grill hours are 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday - Sunday

Take out Welcome 830-693-4467

    

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Join us for our Fourth of July Celebration!

Balloons, Flags and we're turning up the Music.

Patriotic attire appreciated!

 

Buffet at 11:30 a.m.
BBQ Chicken
Sausage & Onions
Baked Beans
Potato Salad
White Bread
Cookies & Sherbet
Tea & Lemonade

$9.95 / Kids $5.95

While it lasts!
Reservations welcome 693-4467

The Pool is open until 7:00 p.m.
 
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This Thursday and Friday we're Grilling on the Patio!

4 p.m. until...

Burgers, Sliders and Hot Dogs

 
Don't forget Thirsty Thursday's
$1 off Beer, Wine and all Call Drinks


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Specializing in Private Parties and Special Events of all sorts.

Let us do all the work!

      

Provide us with your email address to susanranow@hiddenfallsgolfclub.com and we'll add you to our special events roster.

 

Visit our website at: www.hiddenfallsgolfcourse.com and follow us on Facebook:
Thank you for supporting the Club!

MAYOR'S CORNER
Greetings!

On Saturday morning, you will want to participate in - or at least watch - the annual Fourth of July Parade sponsored by the POA...it gets bigger every year!  

 

IMPORTANT REMINDER: MEADOWLAKES DOES NOT ALLOW FIREWORKS WITHIN OUR CITY LIMITS!

 

Even with all of the rain that we continue to enjoy, fireworks can cause fires. Instead, plan to watch the fireworks shows in Marble Falls, Horseshoe Bay and other areas.  
   

Meadowlakes City Ordinance - Sec. 16-3. - Fireworks prohibited.  

 

(a) Definition. The term "fireworks" means any explosive device of any magnitude, including, but not limited to, firecrackers, Roman candles, fountains, rockets, air bombs, wheels and shells. An exception to this restriction is granted for possession and use of sparklers. Sparklers are allowed fireworks, with the restriction that use shall only be conducted by an adult, or used under the direct supervision of an adult, and further restricted that use does not include throwing of the sparkler.

 

(b)   Prohibition. A person commits an offense if such person sells, uses, possesses or transports fireworks within the city.  

 

(Code 2006, § 130.12; Ord. No. 02-12, 10-1-2002; Ord. No. 2006-15, 9-8-2006)

 

Mary Ann Raesener
Mayor

FOURTH OF JULY ACTIVITIES
 
*MEADOWLAKES POA 4TH OF JULY PARADE*

Starting from Hidden Falls Golf Course parking lot at 10 a.m. - Participants line up at 9:30 a.m.

Proceeding to Lakeside Park for judging of Best Decorated Golf Carts, Bicycles, Scooters, Kid Cars and Baby Carriages with prizes for winners.

Free ice cream, cake and sodas for all attendees provided by "your" POA.

"Bonzo Crunch" will perform after the judging and ice cream!

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*MEADOWLAKES PFC 4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES*

 

BBQ Buffet at Hidden Falls Restaurant beginning at 11:30 a.m.:

 

BBQ chicken, sausage with onions, baked beans, potato salad, white bread and "fresh baked" cookies, tea or lemonade for $9.95 for adults and $5.95 for kids!!!

 

Swimming Pool open until 7 p.m.

 

"Balloons will be Flying" and the "Music will be Playing" celebrating Independence Day!

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA - 239 Years Old

 

**ALL Meadowlakes residents and guests are invited to attend!!** 

PATRIOTIC CONCERT BY HCCB
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The Hill Country Community Band would like to invite you to a FREE Patriotic Concert.

JULY 2ND @ 5 PM
MARBLE FALLS LIBRARY

JULY 4TH @ 6:30 PM
INSIDE MARBLE FALLS LAKESIDE PAVILION

The director of the band that night is a 30-year veteran of the US Marine Band and several residents of Meadowlakes are members of the band. 

It should be a rousing, patriotic concert.  EVERYONE IS INVITED!!


 

GOLF CART REGULATIONS
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The City has received lots complaints of unlicensed drivers operating golf carts.  Remember that in order to operate a golf cart you must be a licensed driver or be accompanied by a licensed driver.  Please click here to see the ordinance.

Also, don't forget that your golf cart must be registered at the City office in order to operate it on the city streets. 

We appreciate your cooperation on these matters. 
 
UPCOMING MEETINGS
 
Building Committee meeting, Monday, July 13th at 9 a.m.

PFC meeting, Monday, July 13th at 5 p.m.

City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 14th at 5 p.m.

POA Work Session, Monday, July 20th at 9 a.m.

POA meeting, Tuesday, July 21st at 7 p.m.

All meetings are held at City Hall.  The agenda for these meetings will be available online at www.meadowlakestexas.org.

 

POA NEWS
 
**Upcoming POA Meetings**

Work Session:  Monday, July 20th at 9 a.m.

 

Regular monthly business meeting:  Tuesday, July 21st at 7 p.m. 

 

All meetings are held at the Municipal Building.

 

HIDDEN FALLS GOLF CLUB
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The United States Golf Association (USGA)
wrote an article this month about the mowing of the roughs at the course.   
Did you know that there are clubs, groups and leagues that have special events going on daily at the club? 

Click here for a calendar of events or call (830) 693-3300.    
REMODELING PROJECTS
 
Before starting a remodeling project or having a roll-off dumpster placed on property, please submit a scope of work to the City Secretary, Christy Fath, at City Hall, for review in determining if a building permit is going to be needed or not.  A lot of projects end up being more involved than first anticipated, so it's always best to check to see if you need a permit before starting a project to avoid any citations and fines.  Fines can be up to $2,000 a day!  We appreciate your cooperation on this matter.
 
PARKING RESTRICTIONS

With summer here upon us, many residents have children, grandchildren, family and/or friends coming to visit for several days to weeks.  Residents need to be aware of the parking restrictions on our City streets.  Below is an excerpt from Section 28-55 of the City Ordinances:

A person commits an offense if such person parks or permits to be parked a vehicle upon the street, without a city-issued parking permit. A vehicle may not be stored or parked for more than 72 hours in any seven-day time period or for more than seven days in any 30-day period. For purposes of defining the 72-hour time allowance, the time shall start accumulating at time of day of the vehicle's initial presence on any street within the city and ends at the time of day when the vehicle either exits the city (or is stored in the owner's driveway or garage) for more than 24 hours. On intermediate days (between the time of initial presence and the end of the allowed period), the vehicle shall be considered parked for a complete day (24 hours) if at any time during that day the vehicle is parked (within view) on any lot or street. The moving of the vehicle during the allowable period (including exiting and reentering the city within less than 24 hours), or relocating the vehicle to other lots or streets, shall not reset the time accumulation.

Any person owning or occupying residential premises may obtain a temporary overnight parking permit for visitors or persons temporarily staying in such premises upon written application made and filed with the office of the city manager prior to the time such automobiles or other vehicles are parked on the street. No such permit shall exceed seven days, and no more than three such permits may be issued for any premises during any calendar year without prior approval. Such permit shall be in writing and displayed on the automobile at all times when parked on the streets of the city. Such permission shall be granted by the city manager or his designated agent upon a showing of the following:

a. That the premises in question does not have adequate space for the parking of automobiles of persons temporarily visiting or occupying such premises.

b. That the person making such application cannot, without undue hardship, obtain off-street parking facilities on a temporary basis for such vehicles within the vicinity of such property.


(Click here to read the full Ordinance Section 28-55.)

 

WATERING RESTRICTIONS
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Effective immediately mandatory water restrictions have been lifted.   We will remain in Stage 2 of our Drought Contingency Plan however the mandatory restriction will be lifted and replaced with a request for voluntary compliance.  The schedule for the voluntary compliance is as follows:

Residential:

Odd number addresses:  Wednesdays and Saturdays
Even number addresses:  Thursdays and Sundays

 

Commercial: 
(including large landscapes such as POA common areas) Tuesdays and Fridays

 

Watering with a hose end sprinkler or automatic irrigation system is permitted on the scheduled day between the hours of midnight to 10 a.m. and from 7 p.m. to midnight. Hand watering is permitted any day between the hours of midnight and 10 a.m. and from 7 p.m. to midnight but only with a hand-held positive shutoff nozzle or bucket. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 830-693-2951.

 

ONLINE UTILITY BILL PAY
 

Exciting news in Meadowlakes!

 

We are pleased to announce that the City of Meadowlakes utility department now accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or electronic check (ACH) payments online or by phone.  Fees apply for these services.  Electronic check (ACH) is $0.79 per transaction; credit cards and debit cards is 2.99% of the amount charged. 

 

Visit our website:

 

Select: Public Works Dept.

 

Select this link to pay your utility bill:

 

This will then prompt you to our secure Payclix system. To register, please have your account number and your current utility payment amount ready. You will be able to set up reoccurring payments, view your statement, and make payments online. Once you have submitted a payment, it will post to your utility account immediately.

 

To make payments by phone please call:  

(866) PAYCLIX (729-2549)

 

For any questions please contact the Public Works department, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm at (830) 693-2951.



 

LOST AND FOUND

We have had a remote to a vehicle turned in that was found on Turkey Run.  If this is yours, please contact Christy Fath, City Secretary, at (830) 693-6840 to claim.

Also, we have had some of the following items turned into City Hall over the past year:  keyboxes with keys in them, a cordless phone, several garage door openers, eyeglasses and sunglasses.  If you have lost any of these items please contact the City Secretary
to claim it.

DIRECTORY UPDATES

We update the Meadowlakes Directory on a regular basis.  If you have an update please send us an email to lmeiner@meadowlakestexas.org or come by City Hall and complete an information form so that we can make the changes to the directory.

If you need a new directory, you can purchase one from City Hall for $3.00 each.

 

WE'RE GOING SOCIAL!

 

In our efforts to find more ways to keep you, our residents, better informed about important updates and items of interest, we have created a Facebook page and a Twitter account:

 

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As always, if you have any questions or concerns about communications from the City, you may call us at 693-6840 or come by the office any time. We also welcome any feedback specific to this newsletter. This is for you, our residents; so please tell us what you think!
 
Sincerely,

Christy Fath 
City of Meadowlakes