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deciding
to maintain
the same
monetary
McKinney
Corporate
Center
1, a 120,000
policies
that
have
been
in
place
square foot office buildingduring
by VantheTrust
downturn.
Most financial
experts/investors
Real Estate,
is nearing
completion and is
had expected
a
change
which
would have
already leasing up.
moved
interestatrates
higher.
However,
the lux Parkside
Craig
Ranch,
our newest
is really the
moving
rest ofury
therental
nationcommunity,
has not experienced
and we look
forward
to Texas
the opening!
strongalong
and growing
recovery
that
has
McKinney
Corporate
Center
Craig Ranch
experienced,
so interest
rates
will remain
at
is adding
andthe
a new
lake and
or near
currentlandscaping
low levels for
foreseeable
trail is under construction for corporate
future!
residents to enjoy.
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all goodInteractive
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specifically
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Craig
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we begin
to
look
forward
to
next
year
entire 3rd floor in The Square at Craig
we anticipate
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planned
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2015.
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The Landscape
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As we near the end of 2013, we are all

thankful for the market turnaround that has
driven tremendous growth in employment as
well as residential and commercial real estate
across Texas. Our state continues to boast
the nations lowest unemployment rate by
creating over 277,000 jobs through August,
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Stacy
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2014 POOL SEASON BRINGS

THE START OF SUMMER

canal with 4 fountains, landscape maintenance Improved Plant Survival: Trees, turf
Managers Corner
is a major component in establishing the look
shrubs, and other plantings are costl
and
appeal
that
all
the
residents
desire.
To
fulfill
Without proper care, they will not su
Skip Davis
that responsibility, the board has determined
especially immediately after installat
that this should be handled by a professional
The landscaper guarantees newly pla
that there are security access control entry fea- CARD FEES:
landscaping
Several
companies
shrubs
trees, so
we do not have
tures
at the maincompany.
gates for all
the pools
in Craig were
Community
Cardand
Picture
identification
to
carefully
considered
in
areas
of
competence,
for
replacing
dead
plants.
Ranch. An access card with a unique, identifi- be used for admittance to all events in Craig
expertise,
references
costs. into the Ranch. Does not include pool access. No
cation
number
will be and
programmed
Reduced Liability: The associations
main system with the residents name and ad- charge for this card.
These costs may seem like an added, or even
landscape contractor is properly
dress. Cards will be issued to all residents in
unnecessary expense; but in the long run, the
insured and knowledgeable about,
good standing who wish to take advantage of Lifestyle Card Picture identification to be
additional cost will be less than the losses weused for pool
andaccess
in compliance
with,
all local
to the pool
in your
area and
the pools this season. This access control feawould face without professional help. Consider
federal
environmental
requirements
ture was implemented by the Association and only as well as for admittance to all events in
the advantages:
safety regulations. Our contract shift
the Board of Directors to ensure the safety Craig Ranch. Cost - $10.00 (one time charge).
responsibility to the contractor and r
and
of our Expertise:
residents. The
cards
are than
privacy
Professional
It takes
more

Dream
Card
Picture identification
to be
the associations
potential liability.
issued aatgreen
the CRCA
Mondayattractive
Friday,and
thumboffice
to maintain
used for pool access and includes the password
8:30 am
4:30 pm.
functional
landscaping. Our contractor for wi-fi
Landscaping
veryinimportant
to well
the
access to theispool
your area as
employs professional staff and trained as for communitys
quality
of
life
and
its
image
admittance to all events in Craig Ranch.
Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) internet
labor crews. This expertise translates into
it can be very expensi
Cost - value.
$15.00Maintaining
(one time charge).
service is available at all the pools in Craig
a cost effective and successful landscape
Is it worth what the association pays for
You will need a Dream card to gain Payment is by check or cash only.
any times I have homeowners Ranch.maintenance
program for our community. these services? Yes! In fact, failing to inve
access
to
the protected password. This has
ask
me
why
we
contract
Pool season is here and with opening day unin professional landscape maintenance is
hugePurchase
success Savings:
and we have
aBulk
Our received
landscape
with
professional
derway, we are out
ready
to alaunch
another fun been
false economy because curb appeal make
from
the residents
take
contractor
purchases
plants who
and supplies
in HAVE
landscaping
service
company
A GREAT SUMMER!!!
summer of activities
for all the
pool areas
in great feedback
this amenity.
Residents
willand
be passes neighborhood desirable and contributes
bulkofquantities
at reduced
prices
Craig Ranch. For
our new
residentson
and for advantage
instead
of working
the value of our individual homes. Hadde
enjoy
unlimited
those that might maintaining
need a re-fresher
here able tothe
savings
alonginternet
to us. access while Skip Davis
ourcourse,
parks with
Landscape is our contractor of choice and
swimming, working or relaxing at the pool.
Community Manager
are some
things to remember:
CRCA
Staff.key
Maintaining
common areas is
will be preparing to enter their sixth year
No Equipment to Buy or Maintain: The
one of the associations most basic, yet largest
as the contractor of choice for Craig Ranc
association does not have to purchase,
Security Access
Control With
Please
remember
community
responsibilities.
approximately
Their professionalism and attention to de
store, insure, maintain, or buy fuel for
2,200 acres encompassing Craig Ranch that
continues to make our community the sh
equipment.
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Spring is natures way of saying, Lets party! ~ Robin Williams

The time is now! Grab your neighbors and come on out to the Craig Ranch Community Association Spring Fling Celebration! Help kick off the Spring weather with a day of fun and meeting your neighbors. Bring the kids, friends, and pets for
an afternoon of great fun. No Craig Ranch event is complete without bounce houses and face painters, so come on out and
enjoy the beautiful afternoon. You dont want to miss out on this event. Admission is only $2.00 and includes lunch!

When: Saturday, April 5, 2014 Noon - 3:00 PM

Where: Latigo Park
Latigo Trail and Carmel Mountain Drive
Craig Ranch North

Spring Event Saturday, May 17

Sponsored by:

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Tennis & Volleyball Tournaments
Bounce House & Rock Climbing Wall
Face Painting & Other Kids Activities
Pet Expo, Adoptions & Pet Contest
Hamburgers & Hot Dogs
(available for purchase)

Golf Improvement Tips

Exhibitors & Vendors
Food Competition & Music

For event details or to register for the Food

Competition, visit www.OutdoorCompetitor.com

Hosted by:

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Compliance Update
fence leaning. Fence stains and fence replacements must be approved by the CRCA before
any work is done.

By Mindy Prescott
In an effort to improve the curb appeal and
overall look of the neighborhood, the following
items will be addressed in the coming months:
Landscaping: The planting of shrubs along
the front of the home is critical to the look
of Craig Ranch as is maintaining good lawn
health and strong, healthy trees. During my
weekly property inspections, I have found
many of you who proudly keep your properties
looking nice. However, there are a few homes
that could use some TLC.
In the coming weeks, the following items will
be addressed as they apply to each homeowner: stone landscape edging repair, trimming of
shrubs & trees, the need for additional shrubs,
removal of weeds, dead plant material and addition of fresh mulch, missing trees, missing
grass, and proper storage of garden hoses.
Fences: Unfortunately, our builder grade
wood fences are really starting to show their
age. I see many fences that are leaning, have
broken slats and panels that are attached with
wire or zip ties. If this is you, it may be time

to consider that fence replacement. The wood

fences in Craig Ranch are considered shared
fences and therefore the cost should be shared
amongst neighbors.

Please take some time to properly inspect

your landscaping and your fence to see if any
of the above applies to you. If you receive a
courtesy notice regarding your landscaping or
fence repair/replacement, PLEASE contact me
via email (mprescott@ccmcnet.com) to let me
know that you are aware and provide a timeline as to when you think the work will be done.
Once I hear from you, I can note your account
that the item will be addressed and resolved
within an agreed timeline. This is the only way
to avoid a second notice.

I understand that this can be quite the endeavor

to take on, but if we all work together, I know
we can make Craig Ranch a place we are proud
to call home. Imagine if we all cleaned up our
In the coming weeks, the following fence items
landscape beds and replaced that old fence or
will be addressed as they apply to each homeapplied a fresh coat of stain? Our neighborowner- fence stain, replacement of broken
hood would sparkle! Thank you again for your
slats, properly resecure fence panels, replace
assistance in this matter and for taking pride in
entire fence, fence posts and horizontal rails
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Well, its almost pool season and

were looking forward to a fun
and exciting 2014.

Pool Season 2014

clean and well rinsed. Residual soap and detergent from the
washing machine contaminates
the pool water with phosphates.
We are continuing with our weekly Phosphates not only cloud the wahyper-chlorination program, this ter and cause foam but also serve
season so Riverwalk, Heming- as a food source for algae. Alway, and The Retreat pools will be ways shower before entering the
closed on Mondays and the Latigo pool. Doing so will help keep the
pool will be closed on Tuesdays. water crystal clear.
This schedule will shift during 4th
of July and for the Memorial Day Apply tanning lotion after exiting
and Labor Day holidays depend- the pool or well before getting to
ing how they fall in the week.
the pool. All too often parents apply lotion on their children just into the skin to be completely ef- ensure the health and safety of all
As a reminder, here are some ways before allowing them to swim. fective.
users of the pool.
to ensure an enjoyable swimming This does not allow time for the
experience.
sunscreen to soak into the skin be- Use swim diapers on your young By following these simple guidefore being washed off by the pool children to help prevent fecal con- lines, we can help ensure the
Always abide by the pool rules. water. The result is an ineffective tamination. In the event of a fe- healthy environment of the pool
The pool rules are posted to en- sunscreen and a lotion slick on the cal contamination, the pool will and provide an enjoyable summer
sure the environment remains safe surface of the pool that sticks to be shut down immediately and in of pool activities.
and enjoyable for all users.
the tile and clogs the filters. Wa- most cases, not reopened until the
terproof tanning lotions work best next day. This is to ensure proper Vern Knowles
Make sure your bathing suit is but must be given time to soak disinfection has taken place and to Maintenance Director

The ACO Cares

DRUG
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EVENT
APRIL 26 10 AM - 2 PM

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 1550 S. COLLEGE ST. BUILDING D

www.mckinneytexas.org/drugtakeback
Our Mission. We transform lives by addressing
basic human services for Collin County.
Our Vision. The vision of Allen Community
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Visit our website for

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How Many
People Does it
Take to Change a
Light Bulb?

lamps do not radiate heat onto the illuminated

surface.
In an article from the Department of Energy,
In 2012, about 49 million LEDs were installed
in the U.S. -- saving about $675 million in annual energy costs. Switching entirely to LED
lights over the next two decades could save
the U.S. $250 billion in energy costs, reduce
electricity consumption for lighting by nearly
50 percent and avoid 1,800 million metric
tons of carbon emissions.

By Kelly Wills
Companies here and in other countries around
the world are on task to change the light bulb!
New lighting standards are in place to positively affect the environment. Incandescent
light bulbs are being phased out. Light bulbs
are being designed to be much more efficient,
save energy and ultimately save you money.
Three types of light bulbs available are the
compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), Halogen
lamps, and light emitting diode (LED).
Here is what I learned in types of light bulbs.
CFL is said to use one-fifth to one-third the
electric power, and may last eight to fifteen
times longer than the incandescent lamps

WOW, right? Sounds impressive but where do

you and I begin? And have you priced LEDs?
While LEDs are more expensive now, they
still will save money because they are said to
but contains mercury. The Halogen lamps
last longer and have very low energy use. And
are a type of incandescent light bulb but are
similar to other electronics, the costs are exsaid to be 40% more efficient. LEDs contain
pected to lower as more and more LED light
no mercury, and it is being determined that
bulbs become available. Perhaps the way to
LEDs have a much smaller environmental im- manage and save energy, carbon emissions as
pact than incandescent bulbs. LEDs turn on well as reduce electricity consumption is bit
instantly at any temperature, their extremely by bit. As one incandescent bulb goes out, relong lifetime is unaffected by cycling on and place it with a LED light bulb.
off, they have no glass to break, and they
don't emit UV rays that fade artwork, uphol- So how many people does it take to change a
stery, and clothing. Another positive is LED
light bulb? Everyone!

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Sean Haslam, MD, is fellowship trained in Total Joint Replacement
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Tree and Shrub Care

Unusually mild weather might cause some buds on flowering shrubs to bloom prematurely. These flower buds will not rebloom in spring, but
there will be enough of the unopened buds to flower at their appropriate time. Forsythia, viburnum, flowering quince, weigela, and magnolia will
often bloom sporadically during warm periods in late fall or early winter.
Continue to cut branches for forcing indoors. Branches with interesting foliage as well as flowering branches can be forced. Prune carefully,
using proper pruning techniques and cutting off only those branches that are not essential to the plants basic shape. Branches should be at least
1 foot long, full of fat flower buds, and cut on a day above freezing. Lay the branches in a bathtub filled with roomtemperature water. Make crosscuts in stem ends or smash woody ends with a hammer to allow quick uptake
of water. Keep branches in a cool room out of direct sunlight and change the water every other day. When
the buds color up or the foliage begins to unfurl, arrange the branches in a vase and display them in a
cool room out of direct sunlight.
Heavy pruning of large woody plants can be done this month, weather permitting. To avoid sacrificing spring flower display, prune large flowering trees and shrubs after they bloom in spring. Fruit
trees are best pruned in late February or early March.
If tree branches become covered with ice, let the ice melt gradually rather than cracking the ice
with a heavy object. If large evergreen branches become anchored to the snow, gently sweep snow
with a soft broom and then elevate the branch from underneath. Using heavy or sharp objects
like shovels to remove snow on trees risks cutting the tree bark and creating a point of entry for
disease or insects.
Check newly planted softwood trees for frost cracks or sunscald injury that might occur when
winter temperatures fluctuate dramatically from a sunny warm day to a subzero night. Consider
wrapping vulnerable tree trunks with protective wrap in fall and removing it in early spring.
If weather is unusually warm, avoid pruning trees that will "bleed," or discharge large amounts of
water, such as elms, maples and birches. Prune these trees only when weather is quite cold or in summer. Immediately prune out broken or damaged branches.

Enrichment for
Shelter Animals

Kennel stress is a potentially serious problem for animals living in

shelters. The term kennel stress refers to the confinement insanity
that occurs when animals are kept in enclosures for extended periods without enough opportunities to exercise, think, socialize and
rest. We all understand the importance of keeping animals physically
healthy through veterinary care, cleaning and disinfecting procedures, but it is important to note that stress and behavior problems
can be just as deadly as illness.
Kennel Stress can be prevented!
The SPCA of Texas is committed to providing enrichment for
our shelter animals to keep them healthy and happy during their
stay with us. Your in-kind donations make our shelter enrichment
program possible. The following items are needed immediately and
can be delivered to the Perry Animal Care Center in McKinney or
the Dealey Animal Care Center in Dallas.

Wish List:
Ice Cube Trays
Recycled Items
Empty Water or
Soft Drink Bottles
(rinsed and with
labels removed)
Empty Toilet Paper
and Paper Towel

Dowels
Soothing Music
CDs (no strong
beats)
Nature CDs (no
thunder or storm
sounds)
Purchased Items
Broth or Bouillon

Squeeze Cheese
Kool-Aid Packets
(unsweetened)
Cat Nip
Feathers (craft
store)
Treats
Kongs
Firehose Toys

1710 North McDonald Street

McKinney, TX 75071
972.542.5302 972.569.9988
www.thesamaritaninn.org
Offering a comprehensive homeless
program that helps willing people gain
dignity and independence.
The Samaritan Inn is more than just a
place to spend the night. It is a holistic
program that teaches self-sufficiency
and life skills. To assist the needs of
individuals and families before, during, and after a homeless situation,
The Samaritan Inn provides interactive, in-house programs for its
residents and graduates. Those with special needs are referred to
additional programs and resources available within the community to help
during their crisis.

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Estates / Villas
2014
Annual Meeting
The Annual Homeowners meeting for residents living in the Estates and Villas of
Craig Ranch will be held on Tuesday, April
22, 2014. The event will be hosted at the
CRCA Event Center located at 7951 Collin
McKinney Parkway, Suite 850. Registration will begin at 6:00pm and the meeting
will start promptly at 6:30pm and conclude
at 8:00pm.
Come meet your neighbors, share ideas and
enjoy an evening of fun and information
about all the happenings in Craig Ranch.

Growing
A Medical
Family Tree
(NAPSI)-Going to your next family reunion could be good for your
health-so could visiting family members or just talking with them on
the phone. That's the word from genetic counselors who say that time
spent with loved ones can help you learn about your family health history and how it may relate to your health.
Knowing your family health history can provide information about
risks for certain inherited conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's
and Huntington's diseases, and help you take steps to limit your risks.
"Creating a medical family tree begins with communication," says Kelly Ormond, president of the National Society of Genetic Counselors.
"Spend time talking with your family members about their health history. Once you create a family tree, keep it in a safe place and keep it
updated." A family tree, otherwise known as a pedigree, shows links
between family members and focuses on the medical and health information of each relative.

You can track your family's history in just a few steps:

Speak with relatives. Family reunions and vacations are good opportunities for relatives to contribute information.
Make a list of family members, beginning with your parents and siblings, then go back one generation at a time.
Write down each person's age and birthday.
List health conditions that affect each family member and include the
age of onset. For relatives with known medical conditions, indicate if
they smoked, their diet and exercise habits and if they were overweight.
Include nationalities for each family member.
Often, genetic problems are linked to
specific ethnic groups.

Reach Your Neighbors!

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Contact Community News
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Medical family trees can

prove to be valuable not
only for you but for your
medical professional as well.
Family trees can help doctors or genetic counselors
identify health factors early
on that may otherwise be
overlooked-and that empowers people to take preventive
measures.
For more information or to
download a free family history
tool, visit www.nsgc.org.

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John & Judy Gay Library

6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070
972-547-7323
Expanded Hours at the John & Judy Gay Library
Both libraries now offer the same hours of service:
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 19, 2014
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Van Tuyl Plaza
3 Hunts Age Groups: 4 and under; 5-8; 9+

Bring your little ones to help hunt for eggs at our annual egg hunt! The Easter Bunny has requested a large area to hide his
eggs, so hop on over to the Van Tuyl Plaza and join in on the fun! Please bring your basket and arrive on-time to collect the
eggs that the Easter Bunny hides. The Easter Bunny will be there to take pictures with the kids.
Come prepared for a great time!

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