PID
6
November/December 2013
A Letter from the President
Page 3
Things to Remember
Page 4
What to do with Those
Leaves - Page 8
Also in this Issue:
Park Place..............................5
Pertussis................................7
Tree Burls...............................9
Pumpkin Patches.................11
Recipes.................................12
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PID 6 comprises the neighborhoods of Park Bend, Park Glen, Park
Place, Parkway at Park Glen, Parkway Hill, Parkwood Hill Estates,
Summerbrook, Basswood Park, and the Villages of Parkwood Hill.
The PID was divided into 7 districts to ensure equal representation
based on the number of homes.
President Randy Acosta
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Charles Askew
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Joe Yates
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Gerry Sauls
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FirstService Residential, Mark Pacheco
PID 6 Manager
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City of Fort Worth Sylvia Flores
Fort Worth PID Representative
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Letter
From The
President
Howdy Neighbor!
In August PID 6 held its annual
meeting where the normal agenda
for conducting business is suspended and instead the focus is to present
the proposed budget to homeowners.
All residents who reside within PID
6 boundaries are sent invitations to
attend via U.S. mail. These meetings are also a good opportunity to
listen to residents about any issues/
concerns they may have. I have
been impressed with the number of
people who have turned out the past
2 years. Of course, I would like to
see more people attend the annual
meeting to better understand how
our money is spent but the optimist
in me translates this to people being
content with how things are going.
At this year’s meeting residents
passed on a lot of compliments
ranging from the disc golf course
to the pretty entry way flower beds.
Whenever I hear these types of
compliments I think of the Academy awards or other similar type
award shows. The actors/actresses
get up on stage and receive all of
the accolades but there are a lot of
unsung heroes behind the scenes
who are deserving of just as much
credit. Who are these unsung heroes? Let’s start with our manager.
The manager is the point person for
the PID. The manager is expected
to field and answer all inquiries
made by homeowners whether it is
via phone, email or U.S. mail. The
position requires the person to be a
subject matter expert on everything
from fence repair to knowing all
about the various species of trees
within the PID. The manager is interacting constantly with contractors
and various departments at the city
looking out for the best interests of
the PID. If we have storms come
through the area or an automobile
accident that takes out one of our
fences, trees, entry markers etc, the
manager is out assessing the damage and making arrangements to
get the necessary repairs underway.
Besides the day to day boots on the
ground managing, the manager is
required to pay all of the PID’s bills,
keep track of the expenses and properly account for them.
Another very important person behind the scenes is our PID specialist who is employed by the city of
Fort Worth. This person comes to
our monthly meetings that are held
at night after putting in her regular hours during the day. The PID
specialist interacts with the management company on the disbursement of funds from our account
when bills need to be paid. Anytime there are questions about city
fiscal policy, accounting or legal
questions requiring an answer from
the city attorney, the PID specialist
serves as our advocate and helps us
get answers. When I first started as
a representative serving on the advisory board we didn’t have anyone
from the city attending our monthly
I specialize in our neighborhood!
meetings. A lot of questions that
would come up related to the city
would end up going unanswered or
answered after the fact.
And of course there are our contractors. Some of them have been doing
work for the PID since the PID was
established. In some cases I will bet
they know as much if not more than
any of us on the board (including
our manager) on certain areas of the
PID. Each month they are required
to give us an accounting of work
done during that month and it goes
without saying the work is expected
to be top quality worthy of payment
for services rendered.
As you can see it takes a lot of
people to keep the PID running
smoothly. The next time you are out
enjoying one of the many amenities
of PID 6, be thankful and appreciative of all of the people behind the
scenes who help make this possible.
Our mission statement: To improve
the quality of life throughout our community through responsible stewardship of our resources. You can e-mail
your board at www.pid6.org.
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Things to Remember
By Jon Grady – PID6 Community Ambassador
As summer gives way to fall, please remember these
things to keep you and your neighbors safe:
1. Change the batteries in your smoke detectors.
2. Slow down. It not only gets dark sooner, but stays dark longer. Remember Speed
Limits are set for ideal conditions. Rain, fog and darkness should result in you driving slower.
3. Remove items of value from your vehicle and when possible park in the garage.
4. Keep your garage door closed at all times, even when you are home.
5. Most homes are “watched” prior to being broken into. So be observant of yours and
your neighbors home and call 9-1-1 immediately should you see someone suspicious.
6. If you have an alarm, set it even on those short errand runs.
7. Remember you live in a residential neighborhood – so speak to your teenage drivers
about the fact that children don’t always play in yards and sometime they are out in
the roadways.
8. If you ride a bike, remember you have to obey the traffic laws just as if you were
driving a car. Lights and reflectors are needed at night time. Ride on the correct side
of the road and watch out at intersections as drivers will not always see you.
9. An orderly neighborhood means people pay attention and criminals are less likely to
prowl where they would stick out or people are observant. Don’t be afraid to wave
as a person or vehicle passes by. Only those that are up to no good don’t like it when
you wave or make eye contact.
10. If you have any question or concerns that do not need an immediate police response,
please feel free to contact me at [email protected].
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Park Place
Neighborhood Association
Save the date! Santa is coming Sunday, December 8th
Watch the website, www.myppna.com.
Mark your calendar and watch for details on the event as the date approaches.
Street sweep planned for December. The HOA is requesting trees be trimmed within the next 60 days so we can have the street sweeper
come through again in December. Please contact your association manager if you have any questions. ~ Leslie Gamel, 817.380.7006 or
via email at [email protected].
Annual Meeting News
Unfortunately the membership meeting did not meet quorum. A majority of the current board members are willing to continue serving
another 1 year term. If you are willing to volunteer please contact your association manager Leslie.
Assessment Dues billing was recently mailed to each homeowner. Please be mindful that the annual assessment is due October 1st, late fees
begin accumulating on the 31st. Payment arrangements can be made by contacting, Account Services at 877.378.23883.
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Noteworthy New Laws That Took Effect on September 1, 2013
Cell phones
HB 347 expands the current limitations on wireless communication device (cell phone) use in
an active school crossing zone to
include the property of a public
elementary, middle, or junior high
school for which a local authority
has designated a school crossing
zone. The use will only be restricted during the time a reduced speed
limit is in effect for the school
crossing zone. Further, it will not
apply to vehicles that are stopped,
or drivers using a hands-free device or making an emergency call.
School Marshal
HB 1009 School Marshal The
“Protection of Texas Children
Act” creates a new category of
law enforcement called a “school
marshal” in public K-12 schools
and charters. Marshal’s will be
allowed to carry a gun and their
identity would only be known to
the school’s head administrator
and law enforcement. If working
in a classroom or around children,
the school marshal’s weapon will
be locked away but within reach.
Effective immediately. In order to
become a school marshal, applicants would have to complete an
intensive training program developed by the Texas Commission on
Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE).
However, the program would also
be open to any employee of a
school district or open-enrollment
charter school who has a CHL.
The governing bodies of the institutions would decide whether
to appoint marshals to certain
schools.
Passing A School Bus
HB 1174 amends current statute to
increase the minimum fines for the
misdemeanor offense of passing a
stopped school bus loading or unloading children. The minimum
fine increases from $200 to $500,
and the maximum fine for such an
offense increases from $1,000 to
$1,250. The bill also enhances the
penalty for a second or subsequent
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conviction of that offense committed within five years to a misdemeanor punishable by a minimum
fine of $1,000 and a maximum
fine of $2,000.
False Emergency
HB 1284 increases the penalty
for the offense of initiating, communicating or circulating a false
report of an emergency (such as
a bomb threat) involving an institution of higher education from
a Class A misdemeanor to a state
jail felony. *This bill is effective
immediately.
Injury Accident
HB 3668 amends current statute
to require the operator of a vehicle
involved in an accident that results
or is reasonably likely to result in
the injury or death of a person to
immediately determine whether a
person is involved in the accident,
and if so, whether the person requires aid, in addition to other existing statutory requirements.
Proof of Insurance
SB 181 allows a motor vehicle operator the option of using a wireless communication device (such
as a cell phone) to display motor
vehicle financial responsibility
(proof of insurance) information
as evidence of financial responsibility. The display does not constitute effective consent for a law
enforcement officer, or any other
person, to access the contents of
the wireless communication device except to view the financial
responsibility information. *This
bill is effective immediately.
Hit and Run
SB 275 increases the penalty for
leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death
of a person and failing to render
aid from a third-degree felony to
a second-degree felony. A second
degree felony carries a punishment of two to 20 years in prison
and an optional fine not to exceed
$10,000, whereas a third degree
felony carries a penalty of two to
10 years in prison and an optional
fine not to exceed $10,000.
Concealed Weapon
SB 299 Inadvertent display protects against charges of unlawful
carry for the inadvertent or accidental display of a handgun by
a Concealed Handgun Licensee
(CHL).
Move Over/Slow Down
SB 510 requires drivers to move
over or slow down (as required
depending on the roadway) when
approaching a stationary Texas
Department of Transportation vehicle with its lights activated and
not separated from the roadway by
a traffic-control device. This provision expands the state's Move
Over/Slow Down law, which already requires drivers to yield to
tow trucks, police, fire and emergency vehicles. Violators would
commit a misdemeanor offense
punishable by a fine of up to $200;
punishable by a fine of $500 if
property damage occurs; or a
Class B misdemeanor if the violation results in bodily damage.
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Facts about:
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
What is pertussis?
Pertussis, also called “Whooping cough,” is a
disease caused by bacteria. Pertussis is usually
mild in older children and adults, but it often
causes serious problems in babies.
Who gets pertussis?
Pertussis is most common among babies, but
anyone can get it. Pertussis can be hard to
diagnose in babies, teens and adults because
their symptoms often look like a cold with a
nagging cough. Babies often get pertussis from
older children or adults.
What are the symptoms of pertussis?
Pertussis begins like a cold, with a runny nose,
sneezing, mild fever, and cough that slowly gets
worse, and usually starts to occur in strong
“coughing fits.” This type of coughing may last
for six or more weeks. There is generally no fever
during this time. In young children, coughing fits
are often followed by a whooping sound as they
try to catch their breath. After coughing, a
person may have difficulty catching their breath,
vomit, or become blue in the face from lack of air.
The coughing spells may be so bad that it is hard
for babies to eat, drink or breathe. The cough is
often worse at night, and cough medicines
usually do not help reduce the cough. Between
coughing spells, the person often appears to be
well. Some babies may only have apnea (failure
to breathe) and can die from this. Adults, teens
and vaccinated children often have milder
symptoms that mimic bronchitis or asthma.
How is pertussis spread?
The pertussis bacteria live in the nose, mouth
and throat, and are sprayed into the air when an
infected person sneezes, coughs or talks.
Other people nearby can then inhale the bacteria.
Touching a tissue or sharing a cup used by
someone with pertussis can also spread the
disease. The first symptoms usually appear
within 5 days to 21 days after a person is
infected.
Tarrant County Public Health
Safeguarding our community’s health
Is pertussis dangerous?
It can be, especially for babies.
Pertussis can cause breathing
problems (apnea), pneumonia, and
swelling of the brain (encephalopathy),
which can lead to seizures and brain damage.
Pertussis can also cause death (rarely),
especially in babies.
How is pertussis diagnosed?
A doctor may diagnose a patient with pertussis
because of their symptoms. To confirm the
diagnosis, the doctor will swab the back of the
nose for laboratory testing. It is important to
remember laboratory tests may be negative even
if a patient has pertussis.
How is pertussis treated?
Antibiotics are used to treat the infected person
and their close contacts. In addition, it is helpful
to get plenty of rest and fluids. Persons
hospitalized with severe pertussis may need
special treatments to help them through
prolonged periods of coughing.
Can pertussis be prevented?
Yes. Pertussis may be prevented in household
members and close contacts of a person with
pertussis by treating them with antibiotics, even
if they have been vaccinated. Vaccination of
children in early infancy may also prevent
pertussis. Because vaccine protection begins to
fade in older children and adults, new vaccines
(called Tdap) have been developed against
pertussis for these age groups. To protect
babies from being exposed to pertussis, families
who have or are expecting a baby and people
who work with babies should consult with their
doctor about receiving this vaccine. Most
hospitalizations and deaths occur in children less
than three months of age. When possible, babies
should be kept away from people who are
coughing. Babies with any coughing illness should
be seen by a doctor.
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WHAT TO DO
WITH FALLEN
LEAVES?
Throughout Texas, trees drop tons of leaves each fall.
There are four primary options (other than composting)
for managing leaves and using them in your landscape.
MOWING.
A light covering of leaves on the lawn can be mowed
simply left in place. This option is most effective when a
mulching mower is used.
MULCHING.
This is a simple way to recycle leaves and improve your
landscape. Mulches carpet the soil and reduce moisture
evaporation, inhibit weed growth, moderate soil temperatures, keep soils from eroding and prevent soil compaction.
USING IN VEGETABLE GARDEN.
In addition to mulching the garden rows, place a thick layer of leaves in the furrows between the rows to function as
mulch, an all weather walkway, and a compost-in –place
location. For the next season, move the row over into the
furrow.
TILLING INTO THE SOIL.
Leaves can be collected and tilled directly into the soil for
shrub plantings, flower beds and vegetable gardens.
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When trying to describe something that is
beyond awesome and the word “awesome”
just doesn’t quite do, one will often reach
for words like, “gnarly,” or sometimes even
“burly.” That’s because these words originate
from pieces of wood with highly figured, interlocking, gnarled grain patterns; the epitome of
awesome… wood burls.
In nature wood burls, though rare, can occur on most species of trees. They appear to
be swollen, wart-like knobs found on trunks,
branches, and often below the soil on the roots.
These burls are sought after by wood workers,
harvested, then turned into artistic bowls, salt
& pepper shakers, tobacco pipes, and the like.
They are also sawed into sheets to use as veneer on fine wooden doors, cabinets, carved
into luxury car interior paneling, and more.
Who would suspect something so “wart-like”
could be so beautiful!? People pay top dollar
for burled wood, because when you are surrounded by burly gnarliness, it sends the message to the world. It says, “Hey, I’m a classy
and sophisticated person. My life is awesome,
it’s gnarly, it’s burly. Now let’s smoke a cigar
and emulate Ernest Hemmingway, or James
Tree Burls
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burls. Various combinations of mechanical
damage, bacteria, insects, gall producers, and
age contribute to the formation of burls in a
rather unpredictable fashion. So burls just have
to be lucked upon in nature.
Some people claim that the harvest of gnarly
trees for use in burl woodworking has led to a
scarcity in Keebler elves in the forests abroad
due to habitat loss. As arborists, we cannot
confirm this as true, as there is no scientific research to confirm these claims, but… it’s food
for thought. Fudge, anyone?
Bond, and/or the women that love them.”
Another reason people pay top dollar for
burled wood is because, like gold, it’s rare. So
far no one has figured out how to induce the
growth of burls for harvest. There’s not a lot
of certainty out there as to exactly what causes
We Need You!
Removing a burl can severely damage or kill
the host tree, and burls cause no harm to the
trees from which they grow. So if you have
a burl on your tree, it’s best to leave it alone.
There is no need for alarm, and besides… elves
and fairies need homes. However, if such a
tree does die or requires removal, before sending it through the chipper, keep in mind that it
just might make a lovely coffee table.
We hope you enjoy and utilize your new-found
knowledge about wood burls, and until next
time, keep it burly!
Upcoming
Events
Advisory Board Meetings
Advisory Board Meetings are
7-9 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
If you plan on attending please contact
Mark Pacheco at 817-380-7000 for information
concerning access to the building.
Get involved in PID 6... join a committee and help PID 6 remain a
safe, beautiful place where events take place so you can meet your
neighbors. If you would like to be part of the Landscape or Social
Committees please read the guidelines and complete the application
form and send it to:
Mark Pacheco
PID 6 Manager
1240 Keller Parkway, Suite 200
Keller, TX 76248-1630
October 30th
November 20th
December No meeting
scheduled
Premier Communities
1240 Keller Parkway, Suite 200 • Keller, TX 76248-1630
Phone: 817-380-7000 • Fax: 817-380-7011
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Know Who to Call...
Fire Department
City of Fort Worth..........................................817-392-6850
Police - Non-Emergency
City of Fort Worth..........................................817-335-4222
Police - Local Office
City of FW - Local Storefront Office...............817-234-9301
Barking Dog Complaints
City of Fort Worth..........................................817-561-3739 or
......................................................................817-561-3737
Code Compliance
City of Fort Worth..........................................817-392-1234
Community Complaints/Suggestions
PID 6 Manager - ...........................................817-380-7000
Garage/Yard Sale Permit
To apply online at City of Forth Worth...........817-392-2222
Garbage and Recycling
City of Forth Worth........................................817-392-EASY (3279)
Property Modifications
Also called ACC Requests............................Your HOA
Resale/Refinance Certificates.......................Your HOA
Speeding Vehicles
On PID streets...............................................patrol@pid6.org
Sprinkler / Irrigation Problems
On PID public property..................................214-871-9700
Traffic Management
Safe Traffic Hotline........................................817-392-SAFE (7233)
Trash - Illegal Dumping
City of Fort Worth..........................................817-392-EASY (3279)
Don’t forget to
“Fall BACK!”
Reset all those clocks back on
Sunday, November 3rd (2am)
for “Daylight Savings Time”
And prepare for the
great season ahead!
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Wish List
Animal Care:
Bleach, laundry soap, dish soap
Paper towels, cleaning supplies and disinfecting
wipes Purina brand kitten and cat food and puppy
& dog food
Powdered milk replacer (kitten & puppy)
Clay cat litter, dog clippers & grooming supplies,
towels, bed linens, blankets and rugs
Washable cat & dog toys, balls
Latex gloves, Stainless steel bowls, New, or gently
used, top loading electric washers & dryers
Spay/Neuter Surgery Dept:
Heating Pads
Latex sterile surgical gloves - size 6.5
Office Supplies:
Multi-purpose white copy paper (8.5” x 11”)
Laser printers (XP compatible) Computers, Pentium 4 (XP compatible) Flat screen monitors with
power cords
Equine Program:
Thrive horse feed, Equine Senior rolled oats, alfalfa cubes, and Coastal square bales, Halters &
lead ropes, Grooming & hoof care supplies, Fencing supplies, Corral/cattle panels
Thank you!!
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Pumpkin
Patch
Season!
Fall is here and that means pumpkin
patches! The following pumpkin patches
are just a short drive and are worth the
trip. Take the family for a memorable
day of photo opportunities, hay rides,
mazes, and lots and lots of pumpkins!
Mainstay Farm
1004 W. Bethesda Rd.
located 5 miles south of Burleson
(Just minutes south of Fort Worth, TX).
Mainstay Farm and Haymarket holds its
annual “Family Pumpkin Days” on SATURDAYS October 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
and November 2nd, 2013. Admission
is: Adults 13+ $13.00; Children 3-12
$10.00; Seniors 65+ $ 10.00; under 2 is
free. http://www.mainstayfarm.com
Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch
on the Double Oak Ranch. We are open
from October 1st through October 31st
from 9am to 7pm. You will find hundreds
of pumpkins to choose from, cornstalks,
hay bales, baked goods, and refreshments. There is a $5 charge for parking,
however ALL ACTIVITIES ARE FREE.
Purchases are optional. Each season we
feature cutouts and bounce houses for
the kids. In addition a number of local
vendors provide food for purchase.
Pumpkin Patch at Big Tex
Stone
Already gathered from the field, we
also have pie pumpkins, Bounce house,
Bouncy castle. 5820 Old Hemphill Rd,
Fort Worth, TX 76134. Phone: 817-2934477. Email: [email protected].
Open: Thursday to Sunday from 1 pm to
8 pm through October 28th, then from
October 29 to November 3: every day
from 1 pm to 8 pm. Directions: Take 20W
exit Hemphill, Go left across the bridge,
left on service road, stay on service road
to Old Hemphill. Or Take 35S exit Altamesa, take a right then first right is Old
Hemphill. WE are at the end of the street
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Hall’s Pumpkin Farm, where families from all over Tarrant County and be-
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Welcome to Henrietta Creek
Orchard
Family owned orchard with Pick Your
Own Apples in 6 varieties. Our orchard
has over 500 hybrid dwarf apple trees
and about 300 peach trees. There is also
a pizza garden that includes tomatoes,
peppers, garlic and other herbs. We also
offer preserves, jellies, salsa, honey and
fruit butters for sale in the Apple House
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Pecan Pie Bars
Eggnog Cheesecake
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups white sugar
3 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a
10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
2.In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt.
Cut in 1 cup of margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the prepared pan, and press in
firmly.
3.Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
4.While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl mix
together the eggs, corn syrup, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons
margarine, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans.
Spread the filling evenly over the crust as soon as it comes out of
the oven.
5.Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until set. Allow to
cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into bars.
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons melted butter
3 (8 ounce) packages cream
cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup eggnog
2 eggs
2 tablespoons rum
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2.In a medium bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar and butter. Press into the bottom of a 9 inch spring
form pan.
3.Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Place on a wire rack
to cool.
4.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
5.In a food processor combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, flour
and eggnog; process until smooth. Blend in eggs, rum and nutmeg. Pour mixture into cooled crust.
6.Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
7.Reduce heat to 250 and bake for 45 minutes, or until center of
cake is barely firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and
immediately loosen cake from rim. Let cake cool completely
before removing the rim.