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SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2012

Movie & Trivia in the Park: September 22nd National Night Out: October 2nd Safe Halloween: October 31st Page 2 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 3

Main Number - (210) 653-9140 Business Hours - 8:15 am - 5 pm CITY OF LIVE OAK DIRECTORY Website - www.liveoak.net Minute with the Mayor This edition of our Hometown News have the ability to matriculate from City Council Dispatch 24 Hours...... 653-0033 highlights the multiple educational Crestview and Ed Franz Elementary Mayor Mary M. Dennis...... 792-7168 Emergency (Police, Fire, EMS) 24 Hours...... 911 opportunities available in Live Oak. Schools into the Judson Early Col- Texas schools have recently suffered lege Academy. In partnership with [email protected] Emergency Management substantial budget cuts forcing ed- Northeast Lakeview College, stu- Councilwoman Loretta Kusek, Place #1...... 657-7167 Gary Woppert...... 653-9140 ext. 379 ucators to be creative in the deliv- dents have the ability to earn an As- Available to meet with citizens Monday mornings between 9 am - 12 pm at City Hall in the Human Resources ery of information to the youth of to- sociate Degree while pursuing their Council Office day. Higher education allows broad high school diploma. Trudy Whitfield...... 653-9140 ext 201 [email protected] minded individuals the opportunity I would like to say thank you to all Councilman Robert “Bob” Tullgren, Place#2..... 378-6129 Recreation to advance in the work place. teachers, educators and parents [email protected] Courtney Weese...... 653-9140 ext. 235 who help shape the lives of our fu- The youth of Live Oak are fortunate ture residents of Live Oak. Togeth- Water Department Councilman Michael Balderaz, Place #3...... 380-4008 to be educated in one of two school er we will continue to make Live Oak [email protected] Billing Office...... 653-9140 ext. 225 districts that are high ranking among a great place to live, work and play. Councilman Ed Cimics, Mayor Pro Tem,Place #4...... 844-2773 similar districts in San Antonio. We Please know that I am available to Available to meet with citizens 3rd Saturday of each month between 9 am & 12 pm in The Coun- OFFICIAL MEETINGS are proud to claim both Judson and speak with any resident and can be cil Chambers Northeast Independent School Dis- reached on my cell: 210-792-7168 [email protected] City Council Meetings: tricts as part of our community. Stu- or email at yourmayormary@yahoo. dents who attend the Judson District com. The best is yet come! Councilman Aaron Dahl, Place#5...... 386-0960 2nd and last Tuesday of each month at 7 pm. [email protected] Parks & Recreation Commission Meetings: (Photo) Mayor Dennis presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Student Council, Crestview Elementary 1st Monday of each month at 7 pm unless the City Manager first Monday is a holiday, then the meeting will be Matthew Smith...... 653-9140 ext. 212 held on the 2nd Monday of the month. Assistant City Manager Scott Wayman...... 653-9140 ext. 261 Board of Adjustment Meetings: Held as necessary City Secretary Debby Goza...... 653-9140 ext. 213 Economic Development Corporation Meetings: Civic Center Director Last Monday of every month Jim Battersby...... 653-9494 Planning & Zoning Commission Meetings: Held Economic and Community Development Manager as necessary Jordan Matney...... 653-9140 ext. 286 Charter Review Committee Meetings: Finance Director 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 pm Leroy Kowalik...... 653-9140 ext. 216 Fire Chief Citizen Code Compliance Committee Meetings: Charles Foster...... 653-9140 ext. 241 Every other Tuesday @ 6:30 (see Community Info. Technology Director Calendar) Jim Nardone...... 653-9140 ext. 292 FUTURE EVENTS Deputy Police Chief Dan Pue...... 945-1700 Farmer’s Market Public Works Director Tuesday’s 9 am – 2 pm Mark Wagster...... 653-9140 ext. 221 Town Hall Meeting on Preparedness Services Sept. 12 & 13th, 6:30 pm, Live Oak Fire Station Animal Control Movie & Trivia in the Park: Tammie Belmonte...... 653-9140 ext. 228 Sept 22nd, 7:30pm, Live Oak Main Park Building Official National Night Out: Ken Steiner...... 653-9140 ext. 250 October 2nd, 7:30pm, Live Oak Main Park Building Permits/Inspections Donna Lowder...... 653-9140 ext. 244 Safe Halloween: 653-9140 ext. 386 Oct 31st, 6-8:30pm, Live Oak Main Park Code Compliance John Dalton...... 653-9140 ext. 245 Page 4 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 5

Success is the THE LEARNING ZONE result of perfection, Live Oak, Texas hard work, learning The Learning Zone has been from failure, loyalty an active business partner and persistence. in the Live Oak community Education since the 1980s, when Bob - Colin Powell Horton and Ron Mc Con- nell opened the doors in the newly built Albertson’s for Shopping Plaza. The Edu- cation Shop, as it was origi- nally named, grew quickly and soon moved across the All Ages parking lot to a larger store on Village Oak Drive. Harvey and Cheri Rogers of Live Oak purchased the store in 1997 in and continued serving the community until it was sold in 2006 to the Rendon family and the name was soon Live Oak changed to Learning Zone. In March 2007 the store ex- panded and now occupies Live Oak offers a variety of education options throughout the the entire strip center. city, regardless of age. We are proud to support education The Learning Zone is much The staff at the Learning opportunities ranging from early education and preschool more than a teacher and Zone are all from the local school supply store. It also area and are familiar with the through graduate level studies, all right here in our community. has a large supply of games latest trends in the world of and toys for kids of all education. They are always Please read on to learn more about the vast education services ages that are not only edu- willing to help you find just available right in your own backyard. cational, but fun! Parents are what the customer is looking able to come by and find all for. If it isn’t in the store it can necessary supplies that their be ordered and there is no students need for school delivery charge. Drop in to projects in just one stop. The see what they have to offer Country Home Learning Center religious section of the store 8117 Village Oak Dr. Mon- Live Oak, Texas is also well stocked with days-Thursdays 10:00- activity books for all ages, 6:00 and Fridays-Saturdays Since 1989, Country Home 1950’s Style Soda Shop Gymnasium Children grow as individuals stickers, bulletin boards and 10:00-5:00 210-646-7990. Learning Center (CHLC) has Country Home Theater Resource Room & Library as they journey throughout the charts. The Spanish section earned a reputation in Live different developmental, so- is also full of many useful Oak for providing the very Computer Lab Arts and Crafts Center cial, and academic stages of items. best in quality education. Adventure Jungle Waterpark and Wet Deck life. Country Home’s most im- They offer programs for- In Indoor Playground portant objective is to provide fants, Toddlers, Preschool- Putt Putt Golf Course Soccer Field students with many opportu- ers, 5-Year-Old/Excel Stu- nities to succeed every dents, and an option for Af- day. Frequent ter School/Summer Camp. successes in Judson Early College (JECA) Some of the fun, yet educa- young children pro- When Judson’s Early Col- 4 years, and graduate with qualities and the pride that tional, amenities that can be mote self-confidence and lege opened its doors in an Associate’s Degree. The she feels being a part of a found at the CHLC Live Oak a higher self-esteem, which 2009, it was one of only school has been named “Ex- school that was built from location are: are vital to the learning pro- two High School Early Col- emplar” every year since its the ground up. Having been cess. Country Home Learn- lege programs in Texas to inception and this year, with with JECA throughout the ing Center is located at 11909 be located on a College a student enrollment of 451 construction of the build- Toepperwein Rd. and can be Campus. Starting with 124 kids, it will graduate its first ings, she takes great pride in reached at 210.650-3115 or students, JECA provides class of seniors. Principal the familial feeling that they Country Home visit their website @ country- Judson youth the opportu- Yvonne Anglada can talk for instill in students throughout Learning Center, homelearningcenter.com Live Oak nity to attend high school for hours about the leadership their educational process. Page 6 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 7

Live Oak League of Arts (LOLA) The Live Oak League of Arts Building. They are currently LOLA has just started a (LOLA) began in 2009 under looking into securing the Live Facebook page where you the direction of Ms. Beverly Oak Club House one Thurs- can find information about Hartman. After her departure, day each month to hold eve- their group, art events in Ms. Laura Rhodes stepped in ning painting sessions. In the and around San Antonio, as President in the fall of 2010 future they would also like to and links to other art clubs and took responsibility of the offer a program just for kids and organizations. If you are league. LOLA was officially that are interested in the arts. interested in more informa- incorporated as a non-profit They recently held their first tion or joining LOLA, please (social club) in 2011. art show at the Live Oak Club contact Laura Rhodes House in May 2012. at 210.315.5351. Currently, LOLA has 10 regular voting members and LOLA also participates in several associate members. community outreach, pro- They are always looking for viding art related activities at LOLA Calendar of Events: more people to join them Esplanade Gardens Nursing August 25th: Field Trip/Workshop McNay Art Museum in sharing their love for art. Home. They also helped pro- September 6-9: Volunteer work, International Encaustic Membership dues are $3.00 cure donations for the City of Artist Convention, San Antonio per month. LOLA meets on Live Oak Arbor Day celebra- October 27th: Sketching Workshop w/renowned painter the 2nd Saturday of every tion and volunteered time & sculptor, Charles Ingram month and some 4th Satur- and materials to the Seniors Upcoming: “Rhapsody in Blue” LOLA’s next art show days at the Live Oak Youth of Live Oak (SOLO). Northeast Lakeview College “Right from the start” has students from Live Oak and schedules. Dedicated to continued growth of the LOLA Art Show, Live Oak Club House, May 2012 been the motto of the col- around the region. As one of be a center for educational campus promises to be the lege since its inception in the newest community col- excellence, Northeast Lake- home soon for 15,000 stu- 2002. Situated on 450 acres leges in the nation, North- view College combines inno- dents with intent of provid- of land adjacent to the Live east Lakeview provides vative classroom instruction ing higher education for area Oak Park and Lake, the col- a variety of degree plans, with hands-on experience high schools and in-career lege offers higher educa- small, student focused envi- to provide exemplary en- students. tion opportunities for 6,000 ronment and flexible course richment opportunities. The

University Center Labeled as Alamo Colleges elors and Masters level edu- Arts and Sciences and they their teaching certificates. To one-stop center for higher cation. Built as a partnership specialize in catering to the register, potential students education, this campus is between Alamo Colleges and highest demand industries should contact the university located 1.5 miles from the the Universities of the Incar- and occupations. Wayland of interest and inquire into the Northeast Lakeview Campus nate word, Wayland Baptist, Baptist has located its Nurs- registration process for each and features a wide variety of Texas State, St. Mary’s and ing School to the location as university. reasons why students should Texas A&M San Antonio. 22 a primary daytime program stay right in the Live Oak Bachelors and Master’s De- and other courses make it area to receive their Bach- gree Programs are offered in easier for students to obtain Page 8 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 9

dba Shekinah Radiance Academy From the Fire Department and Radiance Academy of Learning By Gerry Galindo, Assistant Fire Chief

This October 7th thru theme for the poster con- parents to put a bug in Remember to watch our the 13th, marks our Fire test this year is “Have 2 their children’s ears about website, www.liveoaktx. Prevention week and our ways out”. We are always our theme early. The win- net, for the latest updates 41st annual Fire Preven- delighted and impressed ner will receive an award on our Poster Contest and tion Week Parade. We with the many entries we as well as being invited to our Fire Prevention Pa- are very excited to visit receive and can’t wait to ride in Ladder 3, on the rade. We look forward to the elementary and day see our Grand Champi- 13th of October, during seeing you soon. schools with our fire truck on’s poster this year! We our Fire Prevention Pa- and great firefighters. Our encourage teachers and rade.

FIRE PREVENTION TIPS IN THE KITCHEN: • Never leave the kitchen unattended while cooking, and never leave a child alone while cooking • Keep anything that can catch fire (like dish towels or wooden spoons) away from your stovetop IN THE BEDROOM: • Install smoke alarms in and outside of every sleeping area and test smoke alarms monthly • Teach children what to do when they hear the sound of the smoke alarm • Crawl low under smoke • Touch doors before opening them; if the door is hot, use another exit • Never go back into a burning building; children should be reminded not to stop or return for anything, such as a toy or to call 9-1-1 • Upon leaving the burning building, children whose clothes have caught fire should immediately stop, drop to the ground and roll back and forth quickly to extinguish the flames AROUND THE HOUSE: • Practice an escape plan with your child • Teach young children not to play with matches or lighters. Lock up matches and lighters out of their sight and reach • Keep all portable heaters out of children’s reach and at least 3 feet away from flammable objects • Avoid plugging several appliance cords into the same electrical socket • Keep children away from candles and other open flames Page 10 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 11

From the Office of From the Office of Emergency Management Parks & Recreation By Gary L. Woppert, Emergency Manager By Courtney Weese, The month of September In addition, citizens should al- tinguisher or two, and some Take the “Pledge to Prepare” has been designated Na- ways be prepared for severe bottled water and nonper- and make a plan and make Recreation Coordinator tional Preparedness Month weather events to include the ishable food items for the a kit! SAFE HALLOWEEN by the Department of Home- possibility of tornadoes. entire family. LABOR DAY LUAU Come out to the Live Oak Main Park on October 31st for a land Security and the Fed- For additional assistance spooktacular time! Games for children ages 0-4 years are from eral Emergency Manage- Designate a “safe” area In the event of an evacuation visit one of these web sites: Join us for some fun in the sun, and enjoy one last day at the 6:00-8:00 p.m.; 5 years and older 6:30-8:30 p.m., and the cos- ment Agency. The theme within your home. Citizens remember the essentials, www.ready.gov pool on Monday, September 3rd! The pool will open at 1:00 tume contest starts at 6:30 p.m. or slogan for this year is should be aware of the and only the essentials. You www.readysouthtexas.gov, p.m., with some extra excitement (light refreshments, music, simply “Pledge to Prepare.” warning systems in place are not going to have time www.texasprepares.gov and giveaways) from 3:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Regular admis- COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES!! Basically we are asking all along with shelter locations to pack! Prescription drugs sion rates of $2 for Live Oak residents and $5 for non-residents citizens to take the pledge and shelter in place guide- might be required along In addition you can visit the There are many ways to further enhance your education, apply, except for season pass holders. Limited capacity, come and participating in community service is among the best! and do the following: Learn lines. Consider purchas- with your ID, keys, etc. Also Emergency Management sec- early. about the hazards in the ing a NOAA Weather Radio don’t forget about your pets! tion of the City Web Site for Many colleges and universities look not only at a student’s community; make a fam- and always maintain some Plan ahead. They may be more information or stop by academic achievements, but also how they have served the ily disaster plan, and finally basic emergency supplies safe at your home however, the Office of Emergency Man- community. Live Oak offers many opportunities year round make an emergency supply like flashlights with extra if they have to evacuate you agement, located in the Fire for students and adults alike to participate in exciting pro- kit. batteries, a battery powered will need to confine them in a Station, during normal busi- grams, and receive recognition while doing it. If you would radio, a first aid kit, a fire -ex crate or cage, you will need ness hours. like to volunteer to assist with any of the above mentioned a leash, and don’t forget programs, please call Courtney Weese at 653-9140 ext. 235. about food. Pets are being For some first hand informa- planned for now but your pet tion, see the next article! must be contained and you must bring food along with a suitable dish for it and some ------water. September Town Hall Meetings on Preparedness The Office of Emergency Management will be hosting two (2) “Town Hall” meetings on Family Preparedness on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, September 12th and 13th, 2012, beginning at 6:30 PM at the Live Oak Fire Station. We will review the potential hazards that may affect the Back To School Special! City along with making a family disaster plan. We will 210.281.8667 discuss having a communications plan, the need for basic supplies, shelters and sheltering in-place, evacu- ations, and other related issues such tornado safety. Numerous checklists and brochures will be available on these topics along with weather related items and MOVIE IN THE PARK Take$5.00off terrorism. Any Class in September! Live Oak’s annual Movie in the Park will be on Saturday, Sep- (except Longarm classes) If you are interested in attending we would like to hear tember 22nd at 8:00 p.m. “Despicable Me” will be the featured - from you ahead of time so we can get an idea of how movie. Come early with your blanket or chair at 7:30 p.m. for many folks may attend for planning purposes. You can movie trivia, giveaways and entertainment. The Jaguars will contact Gary Woppert at 653-9140, Ext. 379 or by have the concession stand open, and LOCAP will be selling ice e-mail at [email protected]. cream to benefit the police department. Check the marquees and website for further details. Live Oak Home Town News Page 13

A Citizen’s Guide to Understanding Stormwater

WHAT IS STORMWATER RUNOFF? RESIDENTIAL STORMWATER POLLUTION Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation SOLUTIONS from rain or snowmelt flows over the ground. Education is essential to changing people’s Impervious surfaces like driveways, side- behavior. Pollutants entering the drains will be walks, and streets prevent stormwater from carried untreated into a local waterbody. Recy- naturally soaking into the ground. cle or properly dispose of household products that contain chemicals, such as insecticides, WHY IS STORMWATER RUNOFF pesticides, paint, solvents, and used motor oil A PROBLEM? and other auto fluids. Don’t pour them onto the Stormwater can pick up debris, chemicals, ground or into storm drains. dirt, and other pollutants and flow into a storm sewer system or directly to a lake, stream, riv- LAWN CARE er, wetland, or coastal water. Anything that en- Excess fertilizers and pesticides applied ters a storm sewer system is discharged un- to lawns and gardens wash off and pollute treated into the waterbodies we use for swim- streams. In addition, yard clippings and leaves ming, fishing, and providing drinking water. can wash into storm drains and contribute nutrients and organic matter to streams. THE EFFECTS OF • Don’t overwater your lawn. Consider using POLLUTION a soaker hose instead of a sprinkler. Polluted stormwater runoff can have many adverse effects on plants, fish, animals, and • Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. people. When use is necessary, use these chemicals in the recommended amounts. Use or- • Sediment can cloud the water and make it ganic mulch or safer pest control methods difficult or impossible for aquatic plants to whenever possible. grow. Sediment also can destroy aquatic habitats. • Compost or mulch yard waste. Don’t leave it in the street or sweep it into storm drains • Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms. or streams. When algae die, they sink to the bottom and decompose in a process that re- • Cover piles of dirt or mulch being used in moves oxygen from the water. Fish and landscaping projects. other aquatic organisms can’t exist in water with low dissolved oxygen levels. AUTO CARE Washing your car and degreasing auto parts at • Bacteria and other pathogens can wash home can send detergents and other contami- into swimming areas and create health nants through the storm sewer system. Dump- hazards, often making beach closures ing automotive fluids into storm drains has the necessary. same result as dumping the materials directly • Debris—plastic bags, six-pack rings, into a waterbody. bottles, and cigarette butts—washed into • Use a commercial car wash that treats or waterbodies can choke, suffocate, or dis- recycles its wastewater, or wash your car able aquatic life like ducks, fish, turtles, on your yard so the water infiltrates into the and birds. ground. From the • Household hazardous wastes like insec- • Repair leaks and dispose of used auto flu- ticides, pesticides, paint, solvents, used ids and batteries at designated drop-off or motor oil, and other auto fluids can poison recycling locations. Office of aquatic life. Land animals and people can become sick or die from eating diseased Public fish and shellfish or ingesting polluted wa- continued on ter. next page Works • Polluted stormwater often affects drinking water sources. This, in turn, can affect By Gerry Galindo, human health and increase drinking water Assistant Fire Chief treatment costs. Live Oak Home Town News Page 15

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS UNDERSTANDING WATER SAVING TIPS CITY WIDE STORMWATER WASTE DISPOSAL GARAGE SALE cont’d from page 13 FOR YOUR HOME Do you have old paint, pesticides, September 28th – 30th herbicides, batteries or fluorescent PET WASTE light bulbs; electronic waste such as The City Wide Garage Sale begins Pet waste can be a major source of bacteria • REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS, computers, monitors and laptops, that Friday, September 28th through and excess nutrients in local waters. NOZZLES, PIPES, AND TOILETS. need to be disposed of? Live Oak Sunday, September 30th! Thank you • When walking your pet, remember residents please call 1-800-HHW- all for participating in this community to pick up the waste and dispose of it PKUP (1-800-449-7587). sale! Best of Luck and Happy Selling! properly. Flushing pet waste is the best • WHEN YOU DO HAVE TO disposal method. Leaving pet waste on WATER YOUR LAWN AND the ground increases public health risks CLEAN UP WEEK by allowing harmful bacteria and nutri- GARDEN, DO SO IN THE ents to wash into the storm drain and EVENING OR EARLY MORNING. September 23, 2012 eventually into local waterbodies. It is time for the bi-annual Fix-Up, Pick • USE MULCH AROUND PLANTS Up, and Clean Up Week beginning RESIDENTIAL September 23rd. You must have all LANDSCAPING AND SHRUBS TO HELP RETAIN your unwanted “treasures” near the Permeable Pavement — Traditional con- MOISTURE. curb by Sunday, September 30th. crete and asphalt don’t allow water to soak into the ground. Instead these surfaces rely on storm drains to divert unwanted water. • SWEEP CLIPPINGS AND LEAVES BULK TRASH PICK UP Permeable pavement systems allow rain The City will begin picking up items on and snowmelt to soak through, decreasing INSTEAD OF USING THE HOSE. Monday, October 1st. Remember, no stormwater runoff. Rain Barrels — You can hazardous waste will be picked up. collect rainwater from rooftops in mosquito- • OBEY ALL WATER BANS AND proof containers. The water can be used later on lawn or garden areas. REGULATIONS.

Rain Gardens and Grassy Swales — Spe- cially designed areas planted with native plants can provide natural places for rainwater to collect and soak into the ground. Are you a single Rain from rooftop areas or paved areas can be diverted into these areas rather than into family residential storm drains. customer living Vegetated Filter Strips —Filter strips are ar- FREE TOILET in the City of Live eas of native grass or plants created along roadways or streams. They trap the pollut- Oak? ants stormwater picks up as it flows across PROGRAM driveways and streets. Apply for your Are you on the Live *Stormwater information is based on literature by the Oak Water System, United States Environmental Protection Agency free toilet today. not SAWS?

Was your home built prior to 1992?

If the answer is YES to the above questions and you are not replacing an existing water saver toilet (1.6 gallon or lower), you are a candidate for a free water saver toilet. Please call Cathi Piotrowski at Public Works 210-653-9140, ext. 234 if you are interested. Page 16 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 17

From the Office of From the Office of Development Services Animal Services By Kenneth Steiner, Building Official By Tammie Belmonte, Animal Control Supervisor The Importance of Keeping Your Dog on a Leash For most pet parents living in an urban tend to think the dog is lost and will call “selective hearing” when running about Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule - EPA or suburban setting this normally goes the local animal control officer to come off lead. Many times this can result in a without saying. However, every now pick up the dog. Imagine seeing your scuffle with another dog, another- per Did you know that today Information for Property required by EPA’s Reno- repair, or painting work in and then you’ll have a pet parent who dog hauled off by the local animal con- son who does not introduce themselves over one million children Owners of Rental Hous- vation, Repair and Re- your own home, call the doesn’t fully understand the conse- trol officer simply because you weren’t to your dog properly, or even having a in the U.S. have been ing, Child-Occupied Fa- modeling rule. National Lead Informa- quences of letting their dog run around paying attention to him or her. strong prey drive and going after a stray poisoned by lead from cilities: tion Center at 1-800-424- the neighborhood. Not only is it in the cat into a busy intersection. best interest for you as a pet parent Car + Dog = BAD old paint? Home repairs To become certified, prop- LEAD (5323) and ask for Property owners who to keep your dog on a leash to remain The worst thing that could happen is Maintaining control of your dog and be- that create even a small erty owners must submit more information on how a driver doesn’t see your dog as they renovate, repair, or pre- friendly with your neighbors, it is also in ing a responsible pet owner helps to amount of lead dust are an application to EPA. The to work safely in a home roam freely in the neighborhood. Even if pare surfaces for painting the best interest for your pet’s general stomp out negativity in the community enough to poison your Agency has up to 90 days with lead-based paint. your street isn’t that busy, it only takes in pre-1978 rental hous- well-being. as a whole. Some breeds have devel- child and put your fam- after receiving a complete one car and poor timing to cause a trag- ing or spaces rented by oped poor reputations simply because a ily at risk. If you live in a request for certification to edy no one ever wants to be a part of. few had negligent owners. child-care facilities must, home or apartment that approve or disapprove the Possible Issues: Dogs can be severely injured or killed before beginning work, by the slightest of run-ins with a vehicle. was built prior to 1978, application. Do yourself, your neighbors, and your provide tenants with a make sure you renovate Finding New Friends furry little a friend a favor and just keep copy of EPA’s lead haz- Even if your dog is under strong verbal right with a contractor IMPORTANT NOTE: A Dogs are natural explorers, so even if them on a leash! ard information pamphlet: command, it’s too easy for them to have that is Lead-Safe Certi- homeowner is defined you live out in a more rural setting, your Renovate Right: Important dog could find some new not-so-won- fied. as someone living on the Lead Hazard Information derful pals. An example of this could be property; if they are per- for Families, Child Care stumbling upon a family of skunks and “JOHN’S JULY 19TH CAR ACCIDENT…” The RRP Rule (Renova- forming the work, the Providers, and Schools. returning home extra stinky! Dear friends, tions, Repair and Painting homeowner will be ex- At first, John didn’t even know what hit him. Rule): Certified Renovator empt from the rule. How- Licking and Eating Things They At least not right away. It was July 19th. He was stopped in traffic when it happened; he Responsibilities: Owners of these rental ever, you have the ulti- was ‘whacked’ from behind by someone not paying attention. The impact wasn’t all that hard, just hard Shouldn’t enough to bend in John’s bumper a bit. I guess they call that a ‘fender bender.’ • Perform work and properties must docu- mate responsibility for the We will have more How often have you had to tell your John’s neck was sore at first, and he had a headache. He went to the emergency room just direct lead-safe work ment compliance with this safety of your family or to make sure, and they told him nothing was broken. They gave him a prescription for muscle relaxers. information about dog “don’t eat that” or seen them lick- practices. requirement; EPA has a children in your care. A ing their paws? A lot, right? If you’re not He had the car fixed, and settled with the other guy’s insurance company. He didn’t think much about this topic on our • Penalties, Steep fines sample of pre-renovation property owner is defined around to monitor and tell them “no”, it, until… website to include a Two months later, John’s lower neck started to hurt. He noticed he was having headaches are levied for violators disclosure form that may as someone that owns the your pet could eat something that could short video. almost every day. At first, he never even related the car accident to the problems. $37,500 be used for this purpose. property but does not re- make them sick or worse. This could be Finally, John’s friend suggested a doctor that he knew. That doctor examined him, and • Maximum removal inside at the location; they anything from wild animal droppings, to found that the accident was the likely culprit. Like the ER doctor, the new doctor found that John’s Contact our office side 6 sq. ft., and 20 Property owners who will have to comply with licking fertilizer off of their paws from neck wasn’t broken. But it was wrenched out of alignment, causing the stress and symptoms. The with questions on tromping through your neighbor’s new- doctor gave John some specific care, and soon enough, John was back to his old self. That new sq. ft. outside perform these projects in the rule. this article or any ly-fertilized lawn. doctor that helped John was a chiropractor. • HUD project’s maxi- pre-1978 rental housing My name is Dr. Drew Czerminski, a chiropractor right here in Live Oak. The story above is other topic at mum removal 2 sq. ft. or spaces rented by child- Information for Home- Good Fences Make Good Neighbors a collection of dozens of scenarios we see in our office. Helping people who have been legitimately 210-653-9140, • Fines may be levied care facilities must be cer- owners Working at Home: …and if they’re not inside a fence, a hurt in car accidents is part of what we do. If you’ve been hurt, and need help, we’ll do our very best extension 244. for you. Our assistants can help you through any of the paperwork, and we’ll do our best to help you if compliance is not tified and must follow the If you are a homeowner leash is a good second best. If you let your pet roam freely, you can surely regain your health with conservative, drugless care. met. lead-safe work practices performing renovation, You’ve probably seen our office. It’s the state of the art clinic on Toepperwein Road, next to expect to have some angry neighbors. the Dollar General store. When you make an appointment, we’ll go over your information, do whatever Whether your pet destroys a prized tests need to be done. We’ll help you figure out before any of this if your car insurance will pay, or flower, leaves a “present” in your neigh- whether the fees will come from bor’s lawn, or simply annoys the neigh- the “at fault” person’s insurance. bors pets, the result will be the same Our job is to get you better as “Did you know that today over one - angry neighbors. best as we can. Feel free to call us for a no-cost, no-obligation million children in the U.S. have been Stray? consultation at 210-599-9570. Often when people see a dog running Thanks and God bless. off lead, with no person in sight, they Dr. Drew Czerminski poisoned by lead from old paint?” Dr. Jason Wilkinson Page 18 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 19

Live Oak Finance Department Police Department By Kathy Schobinger, Purchasing/Budget Coordinator

Citizen’s Police LEMON BARS rections. Instead of addadd-- Terry Fitzpatrick, ing an extra cup of cold President SOLO water, substitute 6 large Academy ice cubes to chill Jell-O CITY OF LIVE OAK TAKES • 2 cups flour quicker. Using a straw The Live Oak Citizens Police Academy (LOCPA) is a • Grated rind of 1 or the end of a wooden LOW FAT community-oriented policing initiative that allows citi- AUCTIONS ONLINE lemon spoon, poke holes all KEY LIME PIE zens the opportunity to learn about the issues that • 3/4 cup melted mar- over the cake. Using a Vickie Steenbeke, The City of Live Oak have partnered with GovDeals’ face law enforcement efforts in their community. The garine baster, squirt Jell-O into Court Clerk online auction solution to conduct online sales of their program helps local residents better understand po- • 1 tsp. baking powder the holes. Place cake in surplus items. Live Oak is now among more than 270 lice work and strengthens the relationship between the • 1/2 cups confection- the refrigerator and let • 1 reduced fat graham Dissolve Jell-O in boil- other Texas governments that have opted to partici- community and police department. er’s sugar chill for several hours. cracker crust ing water. Stir in yogurt pate with online auctions. • 5-6 Tbsp. lemon juice • 8 oz. container fat free with wire whisk. Fold in The goal of the LOCPA is to strengthen police-citizen • 2 cups sugar After cake is chilled, top whipped topping whipped topping with The City’s first auction is targeted for early September relationships; to enhance communication; and reduce • 3 eggs with whipped topping and • 1 small box sugar free wooden spoon. Spread 2012. The auction will feature office furniture, electron- crime in the City of Live Oak. Typically, classes are held • 4 Tbsp. flour strawberries. This cake is lime Jell-O in graham cracker crust. Thursday evenings for a twelve (12) week period un- ics, tools, and other miscellaneous items. “After care- light and very delicious! • (2) 6 oz. containers Chill for 2 hours. ful consideration we determined GovDeals will help us less there is a special exercise that requires a schedule Preheat oven to 350°. (Ask Scott Wayman, Live lime yogurt to liquidate our surplus items quickly and efficiently as modification. Mix flour, margarine and Oak Asst. City Manager) • ¼ cup boiling water well as save space,” said Kathy Schobinger, Purchas- confectioner’s sugar. Pat Note: You may substitute ing Coordinator. “The online auction provides an open After a brief orientation and history of into bottom of 9x13x2 Jell-O flavors and fruit. and fair process. By using the online auction method, policing, additional subject material pan. Bake 15-20 minutes- Enjoy! we save on the soft costs including fewer staff hours covered will be: just until a hint of brown and resources to manage the auction.” • City Governance appears. Mix dry ingre- BANANA PUDDING • Police Emergency dients. Add lemon juice Jackie Malloy, Bidders can register to participate in this auction free Communications and eggs. Mix well and Accounting Supervisor of charge at www.govdeals.com. More information can • Texas Crime Information Center pour over hot crust. Bake be found by visiting the City website at www.liveoaktx. • Crime Prevention at 350° for 25 minutes. • 1 can Eagle Brand net • Criminal Investigation/Forensics Sprinkle with confec- milk • Patrol Tactics tioner’s sugar and cut into • 1 lg. (12 oz.) Cool • Traffic Stops bars. Whip • Use of Force • 3 c. milk • SW AT DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE JELLO CAKE • 1 box vanilla wafers • Drug Enforcement Angela McFadden, • 1 lg. box vanilla in- • Firearms PROGRAM Utilities stant pudding The City of Live Oak has a Drainage Maintenance • 6-8 bananas Program. This program is intended to insure that 1 box White cake mix Classes are typically held in a classroom. However, our drainage systems, both man-made and nat- there will be a few occasions when class will be held Strawberries (fresh or fro- Combine Eagle Brand ural, are maintained in order to insure adequate zen) milk, pudding mix and outside. Trips may be made to the firearms range, con- drainage in certain areas. As a result of this pro- ducting simulated building searches or in the field con- 3 oz. (small package) milk. Fold in Cool Whip. gram, the entire drainage system is inspected Strawberry Jell-O In order, layer sliced ba- ducting simulated traffic stops. Safety equipment will once a year as well as after every substantial rain be provided when necessary. One small container of nanas, vanilla wafers and event. As always, we are interested in the ob- whipped topping pudding mixture. Repeat servations of our citizens. If you should have a If you are interested in joining the Citizens Police Acad- until all is used. Makes concern regarding our city’s drainage system, or Follow the instructions for about 3 quarts. You may emy, stop by the Live Oak Justice Center to pick up if you are aware of a potential threat or blockage an application or contact Sergeant Jesse Barela at the cake mix and bake as spread more Cool Whip to our drainage channels, please don’t hesitate to directed. Mix the Jell-O over the top for decora- 210.945.1705 or email [email protected] for appli- contact Scott Wayman at 210-653-9140 ext. 261. cation details. packet using package di- tion, if you wish. Page 20 www.liveoaktx.net AUGUST

SEPTEMBER OCTOBER

CITY MEETINGS CITY MEETINGS Sept 10 Parks & Recreation Meeting: Council Chambers 7:00 pm Oct 1 Parks & Recreation Meeting: Council Chambers 7:00 pm Sept 11 City Council Meeting: Council Chambers 8:00 pm Oct 9 Citizen Code Compliance Committee: Sept 11 Citizen Code Compliance Committee: Council Chambers 8:00 am Council Chambers 8:00 am Oct 10 Charter Review Committee: Council Chambers 7:00 pm Sept 12 Charter Review Committee: Council Chambers 7:00 pm Oct 23 Citizen Code Compliance Committee: Sept 24 EDC Meeting: Council Chambers 6:00 pm Council Chambers 8:00 am Sept 25 Citizen Code Compliance Committee: Oct 29 EDC Meeting: Council Chambers 6:00 pm Council Chambers 8:00 am Oct 30 City Council Meeting: Council Chambers 7:00 pm Sept 25 City Council Meeting: Council Chambers 7:00 pm

SENIORS OF LIVE OAK (SOLO) SENIORS OF LIVE OAK (SOLO) Sept 10 Games Day: Clubhouse 1:00 pm Sept 17 Bingo/Pot Luck Lunch/Installation New Board 11:30 am Oct 8 Games Day: Clubhouse 1:00 pm Sept 24 Book Club: Clubhouse/Luncheon 10:00 am Oct 15 Bingo/Pot Luck Luncheon 11:30 am Sept 27 Last Thursday Game-o-Rama: Clubhouse 1:00 pm Oct 22 Book Club: Clubhouse 10:00 am Tuesdays: Walk-and-Talk: Meet @ Club house 8:00 am Oct 25 Last Thursday Game-o-Rama: Clubhouse 1:00 pm Thursdays: Walk-and-Talk: Meet @ Woodcrest Park 8:00 am Tuesdays: Walk-and-Talk: Meet @ Club house 8:00 am Thursdays: Walk-and-Talk: Meet @ Woodcrest Park 8:00 am

LIVE OAK MATURE ADULTS LOMA Meet Second & Last Wednesday of Each Month LIVE OAK MATURE ADULTS LOMA Sept 12 Luncheon (Bring Your Own Dish): Clubhouse 11:30 am Meet Second & Last Wednesday of Each Month Sept 26 Dinner (Bring Your Own Dish): Clubhouse 6:30 pm Oct 10 Luncheon (Bring Your Own Dish): Clubhouse 11:30 am Anyone interested in joining LOMA, please contact Oct 31 Dinner (Bring Your Own Dish): Clubhouse 6:30 pm Loretta Kusek @ 657-7167 (Ages 21 and up) Anyone interested in joining LOMA, please contact Loretta Kusek @ 657-7167 (Ages 21 and up) SPECIAL EVENTS Sept 3 Labor Day Luau, Live Oak Pool 3 pm – 6:45 pm SPECIAL EVENTS (pool opens 1:00 pm) Sept 22 Movie and Trivia in the Park: “Despicable Me” Oct 1 Bulk Trash Pick Up Week Begins Live Oak Main Park 7:30 pm Oct 31 Safe Halloween Event at Live Oak Main Park 6 pm – 8:30 pm Sept 23 Clean Up Week Sept 28, 29, 30 (Fri-Sun) City Wide Garage Sales: Resident’s Homes FARMERS MARKET FARMERS MARKET Every Tuesday: Civic Center Parking Lot 9 am – 2 pm Every Tuesday: Civic Center Parking Lot 9 am – 2 pm Page 22 www.liveoaktx.net Live Oak Home Town News Page 23

SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE LIVE OAK CIVIC CENTER

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Large & Small Cages, Supplies, Books, Bird Seed, NOVEMBER PREVIEW General Manager Toys, etc. Sat. 9am-5pm Admission $3.00 (Kids, 12 & younger, Free) Nov. 3-4 210-390-0962 Sept. 29 COMPUTER SHOW & SUPER SALE (Exhibit Hall) Sat. 9am-5pm Texas Reptile Expo -also- SW Sports Collectibles Show www.ageesac.com Admission $4.00. PC Units-Laptops, Various Brand Printers / Monitors / Software TACL A5758C Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. / Peripherals / Manuals, etc. Nov. 10 P.O. Box 12157 • Austin, TX 78711 • 1-800-803-9202 • 1-512-463-6599 Computer Show & Super Sale Sept. 29-30 BEAD JAMBOREE” & JEWELRY SHOW (Tremblay Exhibit Hall) Free Admission! Precious & Semi-Precious Stones, Handmade Glass Beads, Nov. 17 Silver, Gold & Copper Beads, etc. Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 11am-4pm, Drawing Alamo Coin Club Show for $100 Shopping Spree each day. Nov. 17-18 Sept. 29-30 COMPANION PUPPY SHOW & SALE (Rocket Room) Companion Puppy Show & Sale Variety of Breeds Available. Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm, Admission: $4.00 (Kids 6 yrs & younger, Free) Nov. 24-25 Texas Gun Show -also- Beading House Jewelry Show

Event Schedules, Hours & Admission are Subject to Change Without Notice PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE 8001 Shin Oak PAID Live Oak, TX 78233 PERMIT #1030 SAN ANTONIO, TX