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News and Information From the City of Bulverde for our Neighbors Issue September/October News and 6 Information from the City of2014 Bulverde and our Neighbors Volume 5 Issue 7 ď‚ś July 2018
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Just read a post on Facebook calling for people to boycott a certain business in Singing Hills for watering their grass with the sprinkler system in middle of the day. This person said “these people are idiots, have no clue. Hope Canyon Lake Water Service Company cuts them off.” We are in a drought and water restrictions have been implemented by most utilities. The City of Bulverde, however, encourages businesses in Singing Hills to water their grass and landscaping on a regular basis. That even means during the heat of the day. Has the City gone mad? No. Are they benefiting from this policy? Yes. Protecting water, one of the most important natural resources we have has always been a goal for the City. It is one reason why the City was incorporated. Up until a few years ago, all homes and business in this
area took care of their own waste water with an On Site Sewage Facility (OSSF). These ranged from a basic 500+ gallon collection tank in the ground which drain to an array of lateral lines, or perforated pipe. That perforated pipe was laid in trenches filled with gravel, then sand and dirt covered those trenches. The coarsely treated waste then either percolated into the ground or evaporated. The other choice was an aerobic system, which has several tanks connected in series, each cleaning up the sewage in stages with the help from air injection. Then, after being chlorinated in the last tank the water is pump out to spray heads or buried soaker hose. Singing Hills is served by a Centralized Sewer and Waste Water Reuse System, the first of its kind in the area. All the other sewer systems installed in Bulverde are either permitted as Land Application or Discharge. A Texas Land Application Permit (TLAP) requires that a specific area be reserved for that sole purpose. The triangle shaped piece of land between Bulverde Crossing, Old Boerne Rd., and Hwy 46 is the area dedicated for the HEB’s TLAP. This area is prime real estate but cannot be used for any other purpose. The difference with the Singing Hills system is there is no predetermined permitted application area. There is much greater latitude on how the nonpotable water is used. (Continued on page 4)
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The Johnson Ranch residential subdivision was originally permitted with a TLAP. The developer then applied for a discharge permit. There has been much controversy and litigation over the discharge which flows onto neighboring property not served by the system.
Comal County Corner By Kory Klabunde
When we are talking about discharges in the range of 450,000 gallons or more a day, many people find it concerning to concentrate that amount of treated effluent at one point. The City has encouraged regionalized waste water facilities over OSSFs for one simple reason: larger commercial facilities are more regulated and highly monitored. There is no comparison in oversight between a typical small, owner-operated OSSF and one operated by a Public Utility. For years, the City has tried to get others to install reuse systems. Such systems are known for their purple colored pipe, which designates it water as nonpotable. Developers have fought back and refused to spend the extra money for these more elaborate reuse systems. Not only does such a system require a higher purification standard, it’s like installing a second, completely separate, water distribution, metering, and billing system. It should be noted that the City lacks the authority to require such a system, or every new development would be required to have one. Bulverde believes in “practicing what it preaches.” To set an example, the only waste water system the City owns was built as a hybrid treatment and recycling plant. Since the City does not have the knowledge, experience, or resources in house, the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority (GBRA) was chosen as the managing partner to operate the facility on our behalf. It is so important for those who are connected to the system to use the recycled water to make it viable. The City will not even issue a new business a Certificate of Occupancy before their landscaping and purple pipe irrigation is installed. Not only are these businesses metered and charged for this water (at a much lower cost than potable water), it prevents it from having to be discharged into a nearby creek. So next time you see a business in Singing Hills watering in the middle of the day during a drought, don’t get outraged. They are being civic minded and hopefully setting an example others will follow, that recycling—even though sometimes inconvenient and expensive—is a good thing. Please continue to speak out when you see someone else watering in the heat of the day if they are not using recycled water. We must preserve our limited water resources.
If it’s summer in Comal County, you’re probably hearing talk about a burn ban. And this year is no exception. In June, Commissioners Court issued a ban on outdoor burning. If you’re new to the county or haven’t had the opportunity to learn what that means for you, here are some facts you should know: • Comal County typically issues a burn ban when the Keetch Byram Drought Index reaches 500. Every 100 points on the index amounts to about an inch of dry soil depth, so at 500, the roots of most vegetation are dry, and dying and dormant grass poses a fire threat. • When a burn ban is in place, no open flames are allowed outdoors—including trash burning, campfires, torches, or fire rings and pits. • Outdoor grilling is allowed if the grill has a lid and is set off the ground. Welding also is allowed, but we ask that welders use a spotter and keep a water source nearby. • Burn bans must be renewed by Commissioners Court every 90 days, but they can be removed at any time by order of the county judge. • Fireworks are not covered by a typical burn ban, though we urge extreme caution in dry conditions and ask that anyone shooting fireworks keep water nearby. If the KBDI reaches 575, the county can restrict the use of rockets with sticks and missiles with fins; under state law, counties can only enact a full fireworks ban with a disaster declaration signed by the governor. • Even when a burn ban is not in place, state law restricts burning outside of the city limits to no earlier than one hour after sunrise and no later than one hour after sunset, only when the wind speed is between 6 and 23 mph, and either downwind of or greater than 300 feet away from occupied structures such as houses and barns, among other requirements established by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. If you have questions or need more info, feel free to check the Fire Marshal’s Office webpage, www.co.comal.tx.us/ Fire_Marshal.htm, or give us a call at 830-643-3748. We’re happy to help. Kory Klabunde is the Comal County fire marshal.
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V IP S M ak in g a D if f eren ce Volunteers in Police Services, better known as VIPS have been patrolling in the community since 2014. Recruitment was our initial priority and is still an ongoing effort. Since the VIPS program was created, there have been several successes, some of which we are hoping to highlight. If there’s an event in the community, you can bet the police department and usually the VIPS program are involved. Some of the events that VIPS have assisted with include the Bulverde Jubilee, Village of Bulverde Christmas Lighting, Bulverde Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce Market Days, Musik in the Park, Movie in the Park, and a few others. VIPS assist in many different manners including traffic control, parking assistance, and visitor shuttles, just to name a few. But even with the events and the many tasks already mentioned, this list is not all inclusive. Just recently, VIPS once again proved they are a great
resource for our community and able to be flexible to assist in a wide range of ways. On Tuesday June 5th, the Comal County Sheriff’s Office received a call for a missing person. Comal County requested assistance from Bulverde Police as a search of the area was going to be conducted which included an area inside the city. VIPS Jay Lindsay and Jerry Cowan were volunteering for a patrol shift and heard the radio call requesting assistance for a search. Jay and Jerry responded to the area and offered to assist with searching for the missing person. When you’re attempting to organize a search effort, the more individuals you can get gather to search, usually equates to a greater area you can cover. Just as quickly as they offered their assistance, they were assigned an area to search. Unfortunately, the missing person was not located, but this is just another example of a great service to the community from Volunteers in Police Services. Thank you to all our VIPS, and keep up the great volunteer service you provide to the community. Your service is appreciated!
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Want to Roar Like a Lion? The Spring Branch-Bulverde Lions Club is happy to welcome new Lions! If you have a Lion’s heart for service to children and your community, and you have some time to give, we would welcome you into our Pride! The SBB Family Lions Club is the proud sponsor of the Day of Services & Back to School Outreach annual event coming up in August. We promote healthy vision by providing vision screenings for children in local schools. The SBB Lions sponsor children with special needs at the Texas Lions Camp and provide support to the camp during their summer cleanup service days. We also spearhead the local Christmas toy drive that provides so many of the toys for the Bulverde Angels’ Angel Tree Project. At every opportunity, the SBB Lions live up to the motto We Serve! Please feel free to contact us to inquire about membership. You are welcome to attend a meeting or two to get to know us. We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm at the BSB Activity Center on Cougar Bend. As a family club, all are welcome—men, women, and kids of all ages—singles, couples, and families! Come ROAR with us! Find out more by visiting our website at https://www.sbblions.com
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Bulverde Community Par k Events Movies in the Park The July Movie in the Park feature will be The Lego Batman Movie. This will be the last movie in the summer free movie series, and it promises to be the best of all! Event sponsor Cricket Wireless will be hosting an inflatable obstacle course and a water slide! The Movies in the Park events have been brought to you courtesy of the Bulverde Police Department, the City of Bulverde, the Bulverde Spring Branch Library (now known as the Mammen Family Public Library), and Cricket Wireless. The hosts and sponsors hope that you have enjoyed the summer series, and are looking forward to an excellent finale on Friday, July 13th. As always, it’s free family fun! Bring the kids, your swimsuit, a towel, sunscreen, a chair or blanket to sit on, and a cooler! Enjoy the water slide, the splash pad, good concessions, and a free movie!
Smithson Valley High School senior Julia LaFond recently learned she was awarded the McDermott Scholar Program at The University of Texas at Dallas, a very prestigious honor. The McDermott Scholar Program began in the year 2000 after Margaret McDermott created the elite scholars program in honor of her late husband, and co-founder of UT Dallas, Eugene McDermott. The program provides selected students not only a full ride, but access to leadership training, cultural enrichment, and opportunities designed to equip them with the skills, experience, and confidence to succeed as leaders in today’s society. In addition to UT Dallas’ academic curriculum, scholars are expected to maintain ongoing community service, as well as campus leadership commitments. Students who apply for the program must meet strict qualifications including a 1450 or higher on the SAT, be in the top 5 percent of their graduating class, as well as showcase a long record of leadership in school and community volunteerism. Students who meet the minimum academic requirements and additional qualifications may then be invited to the McDermott Finalists’ Weekend where they are interviewed by the program faculty and McDermott Alumni. This year, LaFond was one of only 16 students across the globe that was selected, and the first to ever be selected from Smithson Valley High.
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2018 Chamber Golf Classic Success The Bulverde Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the 2018 Chamber Golf Classic at River Crossing Golf Course. We had 96 golfers ready to tee off at 9 am for an 18-hole, best-ball scramble. Thank you to our CoChairs: Buster Ellisor with The Heights of Bulverde and Keith Stoddard with Stoddard Construction Management Inc. A big thank you to our Presenting Sponsor—Stoddard Construction Management Inc. They helped provide each participant with a RTIC Can cooler and some fun for all in attendance. M & S Engineering and Frost Bank sponsored a burger buffet served by River Crossing after the golfers came off the course. The Heights of Bulverde and Robles 1 were Birdie Sponsors and provided some great take-home items for the golfers.
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Customer Service and Work Ethic… Where Did They Go? A frequent comment I hear from the general public is frustration with lack of good customer service. More often than not, employees do not have positive attitudes, are not cordial to the customer, and are not willing to go above and beyond to answer questions, take care of customer concerns, or make the customer feel special. This attitude can put any business “out of business,” and it often does. In fact, when I was the Director for the City of Windcrest Economic Development Corporation, the employees at Rackspace stated that if they don’t receive good customer service the first time they visit a new restaurant or business there are no second chances. Ouch! Customer service is the foundation of a successful business, and it is all tied to work ethic and pride in one’s performance. Along that same concept, a comment most often heard by economic developers from businesses is their challenge finding quality employees with good work ethic and customer service skills. It seems that everyone wants that paycheck, but more often than not they are not really willing to work for it. These days there appears to be this unjustified
sense of entitlement amongst many in our workforce…I put in my hours, but only do the minimum, and because I put in my time “they owe me.” I must be old fashioned, but I was raised with the value that if you want something, you have to work hard for it because nothing in life is accomplished without hard work. A wise person once told me that you have to kiss a lot of frogs to advance in your career, and even if you are only a ditch digger, you need to be the best ditch digger around to stand out from the rest. Just because you graduated from high school or may have earned a college degree doesn’t mean that you will automatically step into a high paying job right out of school. Especially, if you have no real skills or work experience to hang your hat on or, as in a lot of cases, are lacking in work ethic. I’ve approached a few very unique businesses about opening up another location in our area, but I am often told they can’t even consider opening another location because they just can’t find good employees anymore, and are working many long hours themselves just to keep the business going. In fact, several have indicated they can’t even take a vacation because they can’t trust anyone to take care of things while they’re gone. Now that’s a problem! This is a real issue and appears to be a national epidemic. I’m not saying all employees have this lack of work ethic (Continued on page 11)
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and customer service skills, but a fair amount do, and it’s really hitting our small businesses hard. You’ve heard me say it before—small businesses are the backbone of our economy—about 75% to 80% worth; and if these businesses can’t find good employees, what does that do to our economy? Hmm… I remember years ago when I was in my early 20s, I worked as a server at Tom’s Ribs in San Antonio. Tom was a great boss in many respects, but was hardnosed in his expectations for performance, and if you wanted to keep your job, you had to perform. If you didn’t show up for work on time…you were sent home, if you didn’t do your side work and clean your section at the end of your shift to his standards…you were taken off the schedule for a few days. If you didn’t provide excellent customer service…you were taken off the schedule permanently. Tom’s attitude was ‘if you weren’t willing to do those necessary things that kept his restaurant clean and made it run effectively to satisfy his customers, that in turn yielded decent profits to provide you a paycheck, then you must not really want the job too bad.’ I challenge employers to mimic Tom’s attitude, but I also challenge more employees to improve their work ethic and aspire to provide good customer service. Imagine what this could do for our local economy. Please help Bulverde/Spring Branch earn the reputation as the place to find good employees and a place known for its incredible customer service. The BSBEDF’s mission is to attract and facilitate business development that enhances our local economy, community, and Hill Country quality of life. Our vision is to be the Hill Country destination for capital investment, job growth, tourism, and green development that cultivates an enduring legacy. For more information about who we are and what we do, please visit our new website at www.bsbedf.com or call us at 830.885.4331. Sherry Mosier, President
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Keep Summer Safe! by Bulverde PD
Now that school is out, the summer has officially started. With that can come extremely hot temperatures, especially here in south Texas. When researching the dangers of summer, the following eight topics seem to consistently arise. 1. Children and Pet safety Temperatures inside a vehicle or in any enclosed area can rapidly rise to the point of causing death to humans and pets. Never leave a child or pets unattended inside a vehicle during summer months. 2. Mower Injuries Spring showers bring May flowers as well as lots of other weeds and grasses. As the number of people mowing increases, so do the number of hand and toe injuries. Never attempt to clear anything from the mower without first turning it off completely. 3. Boating Accidents Boating in the summer months is a great way to enjoy the summer but can also be very dangerous, especially if too much alcohol is consumed. Remember the elements of DWI are the same when operating a boat. 4. Dehydration Disasters South Texas is notorious for hot, humid summers. The combination of the two can be deadly. When the heats on remember to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade to cool down. 5. Sunburn Not remembering the sunblock can be a bad start to a
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good vacation. Too much sun has also been linked to skin cancer so apply sunblock regularly or cover up. 6. Food Poisoning An estimated 300,000 people are hospitalized every year due to food poisoning with the peak months happening in the summer. Storing food properly and washing your hands are two of the best defenses against food born illnesses. 7. Fireworks Safety Most injuries from fireworks were found to be to the hands and eyes. If you’re going to celebrate with fireworks, please do so safely. Please remember that if there is an active burn ban in the county, fireworks are illegal in the City of Bulverde, so check the county website for burn ban information. 8. Summertime Stings For most a bee or wasp sting is just painful, but for some it can be life-threatening. Should any of the following arise after a sting, you should seek medical attention immediately; hives, itchiness and swelling over large areas of your body, tightness in the chest or trouble breathing, swelling of the tongue or face, dizziness or feeling you will pass out. Summer months usually bring temperatures and weather patterns that are more conducive for road repairs as well. The City of Bulverde has several road projects scheduled for the summer months, with at least three of those projects considered major: Ammann Rd, Shepherds Ranch Rd and Farhills Dr. There are some areas on these roads that will need to be reconstructed. Although children may find the equipment and the process interesting, safety is a top priority for the City and the crews on site. Please keep children at a safe distance and be patient, as the process can sometimes slow traffic or create detours. Regardless of what you do this summer let’s make sure it’s done safely.
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Stay hydrated–Seniors are more susceptible to dehydration than younger people. The feeling of thirst decreases as we age, so be sure to increase your water intake especially if you are exercising or doing any kind of prolonged physical activity. Also, be aware of the hot weather advisories and plan your outdoor activities accordingly. Keep your cool–Stay in air conditioned environments. Shopping malls, movie theaters, local senior centers and libraries are great safe, cool havens especially for those seniors that don’t have home air conditioning. They also afford a great opportunity to get out of the house to socialize or exercise without the exhaustion of the heat. Know who to call–Prepare a list of emergency numbers and have them easily accessible. Heat stroke can come on fast and it’s important to know the symptoms and who to call should an emergency arise. Stay In Touch–High temperatures can be life-threatening, so communication plays an important role in ensuring the safety of the elderly. For seniors, you should let friends and family know if you’ll be spending an extended period of time outdoors, even if you’re only gardening. Check on your loved ones at least twice a day. Wear proper clothing–Everyone, especially seniors should wear fabrics that are breathable and loose-fitting. This will help you feel cooler and more comfortable in these hot summer months. Know the Risks of Heat Stroke–Abnormally high body temperatures can lead to heat stroke and can be lifethreatening. It is important to know the symptoms and get immediate medical attention. ○ Body temperature greater than 104 degrees ○ A change in behavior, such as acting confused, agitated, or grouchy ○ Dry, flushed skin ○ Nausea and vomiting ○ Headache ○ Heavy breathing or a rapid pulse ○ Not sweating, even in the heat ○ Fainting
We here at the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center want all of our members, friends and family to have an enjoyable and fun-filled summer. With these tips, you can keep your loved ones safe. Also, remember to come check out the Activity Center. We offer many indoor activities and classes to keep you moving and healthy in the comfort of air conditioning. Come see us in downtown Bulverde for a tour and more information. You can visit our website or contact us at www.bsbac.com or 830-438-3111. Happy summer!
The South Texas Blood and Tissue Center, along with Provisions and the Spring Branch-Bulverde Lions Club, will be conducting MONTHLY PLATELET DRIVES in the downtown village of Bulverde. Platelets are “liquid gold” for the STBTC, and an eligible donor can donate as often as once every 10 days! Platelets have a very short shelf life, being viable for only about 5 days, so the STBTC needs to keep their supply plentiful by asking for frequent donations. Platelets are used by many types of patients experiencing medical needs. They are used in critical emergency care and in patients who are receiving cancer or leukemia treatments. Platelets are the component in blood that help to stop bleeding. Keeping the platelet supply current and abundant is an imperative in the medical community. Most healthy individuals can donate. The eligibility criteria include being 17 years of age and weighing at least 110 pounds. Ideal donors are women who have never been pregnant and men. Women who have been pregnant may donate after they have screened negative for the HLA antibody. This testing must have been done and recorded by the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center. If a woman would like to donate platelets but has never been tested, she may come to donate whole blood and that blood donation will be screened at the main STBTC facility. Those test results will inform future eligibility to donate platelets, plus, the STBTC gets a bonus whole blood donation. Donating platelets takes about 2.5 hours, so donors are asked to make accommodations for this time requirement. Donors are kept comfortable during the process, snacks and water are available, and they may watch a movie, read, or nap while they are in the platelet mobile. Donors are advised to bring a blanket or sweater/jacket, as the bus is kept quite chilly. Scheduled Platelet Drive dates are: • July 14 • August 4 (whole blood drive, too, at the Day of Services & Back to School Outreach at the Bulverde Community Park) • September 1 • October 6 • November 3 • December 1 The appointments are available at 9:00, 11:00, and 1:00. Three donors at a time can be accommodated in the bus (for a total of 9 needed for each drive, plus 3 alternates to fill any missed appointments or ineligible donors). The bus will be parked at 2295 Bulverde Road, 78163, at Provisions. You may set up an appointment online at https:// donatingforlife.org. You will click on “Locate a Blood Drive” then enter the zip code 78163. You should then be directed to all drives being held in the community (you may need to scroll down the page or to other pages). There may be more than one blood drive scheduled in our area, so if you are specifically looking to donate platelets, be sure to select a platelet drive at Provisions. Please note that the STBTC will be exploring new opportunities for dates and locations for whole blood drives and platelet drives to be held out here in the Bulverde/Spring Branch community so local donors do not have to drive into San Antonio. Keep an eye on local social media pages, community websites, and the Front Porch News for more information as it becomes available. The Front Porch News
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On January 20, 1961, in his inaugural address, President John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” It was his call to action. We now ask for the same call to action. When people say they have no extra time for volunteering, they don’t realize that the very act of giving often helps people find out they have more time than they thought. And the time offered doesn’t have to be great. Consider spending an hour each week volunteering with our Helpline and directing callers to the answers they need. Are you a writer? Animal Rescue Connections (ARC) always needs assistance writing grant letters and applications. Are you a computer whiz? Data entry and website development is always cherished. Photographer or marketer? We’d love help showcasing our amazing cats and kittens on social media. Are you more of a hands-on volunteer? We need you! The experienced trappers in our Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) projects can always use a few extra hands. By becoming part of the team, you can help relieve the workload on the other volunteers without overdoing it yourself. TNR jobs involve trapping cats (training provided), caring for and feeding outdoor cats, and transporting and then returning them. With a minor time commitment, you can be a major part in improving the lives of these cats and their caretakers. If you are looking for more hands-on experience, adopt a cat or kitten, or if you need something shorter term, foster.
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vacation. Helping abandoned cats and kittens experience human love, many for the first time, is so rewarding and humbling.
If you cannot donate time or space in your home, financial donations are always accepted. Many large corporations and employers offer Matching Gift programs resulting in a double donation. Do you make online purchases? AmazonSmile donates to non-profits like ARC based on your purchases. Be sure to use www.smile.amazon.com from your web browser, not the app, and select Animal Rescue Connections as your non-profit organization. It doesn’t cost you anything extra and the animals win! Federal employees can donate through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), selecting ARC (#71879). If you have a passion for giving back, you can use your life insurance policy as a way to leave a legacy for your favorite non-profit. Discuss this with your insurance agent or financial planner for assistance. A recent article in Forbes lists the many benefits of volunteering, which range from personal development to longer life expectancy and happiness. It also suggests that those who volunteer feel like they have more time. With our many volunteering and donating opportunities, Animal Rescue Connections can help you realize your full potential. Please sign up online at www.animalrescueconnections. org or leave a message at 210-474-0083. Cat Adoptions! ARC hosts Cat Adoptions every Saturday, 12:00–4:30 pm at the Stone Village Petco, and on each Sunday, 12:00– 4:30 pm at the Stone Ridge PetSmart. Come meet your new best furry friend!
Is Something Missing on Your Workplace Wall? Immediately upon entering the Healthcare • Innovation • Sciences Centre (Centre), affixed to our wall is a large, clear plastic box that contains medical supplies to control major bleeding, easily accessible by staff and/or the public. The boxes are known as Stop the Bleed kits and are intended for building occupants to render themselves or others with hemorrhage control while waiting for first responders to arrive.
Wondering about the supplies in these kits? Stop the Bleed kits include pressure dressings, gauze bandages, tourniquets, and other tools, along with clear, easy to understand instructions to help you in an emergency situation.
In our previous month’s article, we shared how training in Stop the Bleed can improve one’s chance of survival, and with mass casualty events dominating the headlines in 2018, bystanders must be prepared to react and be ready to take action in such tragedies. The greater the number of people who know how to control bleeding in an injured patient, including themselves, the greater the chances are of surviving that injury.
You can be prepared. You can save a life. Having the right tools can make bleeding control more effective. Echoing the motto of Stop the Bleed program organizers, “the only thing more tragic than a death is one that could have been prevented.”
In the absence of a commercial kit, in an emergency, strips torn from a t-shirt, sheets, towels, or other cloth can be used to control bleeding. A makeshift tourniquet can be crafted from a wide piece of strong cloth twisted tight by a rigid object.
Officers from Bulverde Police Department receiving instruction from Centre staff on applying a tourniquet to Stop the Bleed
Remember, proceeds from our fundraiser on Saturday, September 8th will go toward our community education and training programs, specifically our Stop the Bleed and CPR efforts, so our community can be better prepared in emergency situations.
In addition to training, the other key component to this effort is the Stop the Bleed kit. One of the goals is to have these kits become as common as fire extinguishers and automated external defibrillators (AED) in public and commercial buildings.
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Shred Day Provides an Opportunity to Safely Dispose of Personal Documents Recently, the Bulverde Spring Branch Chamber hosted the Spring Shred Day event from with help from Ranger Shredding. Ranger brought their large truck and we filled it to the brim. We had about 115 residents bring more than 350 pounds of paper to be destroyed. The Chamber hosts this event twice a year, normally the 3rd Saturday of May and October. Look for information regarding the upcoming event on the Chamber website www.BSBChamber.com or Chamber Facebook page. Thank you to our sponsors for the Spring Event–Annabel Fey with First United Bank and Val Gatti with Bookkeeping by Val. They help cover the marketing and cost of the event. Please thank them when you have the opportunity. And thank you to our volunteers for the morning—Annabel Fey with First United Bank, Kim Boren with Texas Regional Bank, Jeane Williams with Tupperware, Nate Thomas with Thomas Special Services, Mike Johnson with SA Print Supplies, and Christen Patterson. Page 16 July 2018
DEA Drug Take Back Day Twice a year, the Bulverde Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce partners with the Bulverde Police Department and the Comal County Sheriff’s Department to host the DEA’s Drug Take Back Day. This is a great opportunity to dispose of any expired or unused medications in your home. The event normally takes place the last Saturday of April and October each year. The next event will be October 27, 2018 from 10 am to 2 pm. The April event was sponsored by Spring Branch Pharmacy. Pharmacist Catherine Fischer will be opening her location this fall in the Shops of Faithville Park. She will be providing compounding and delivery services and promoting wellness. Det. Richard Spears with the Bulverde Police Department supervised the collection at the Bulverde City Hall and the Comal County Sheriff’s Department assisted with the collection at the BSB Fire & EMS Station on Rodeo Drive in Spring Branch. Together, the two locations collected 400 lbs of medications that were sent for proper, safe destruction.
July 25, 2018 Business Networking Mixer Hosted By: River Crossing Club 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Location: 500 River Way, Spring Branch Member Only Event For more information about any of these events, visit www.bsbchamber.com
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The Buzz From the Garden
BAHS Pet of the Month It has been a busy spring at the Bulverde Community Garden. Lots of veggies have been harvested by many participants and volunteers. Volunteers have always been the most important part of the development and management of the Garden since its inception in 2014, and that continues today. This spring, the students at Living Rock Academy volunteered in many ways, including moving and stacking pavers for future construction of pathways and plots. They have also spent many hours weeding and helping to maintain the Garden. The students maintained two plots throughout the school year, harvesting produce for Provisions: A 25:35 Outreach. Garden volunteer Lorelei Mayer has harvested over 116 pounds of produce to date from the plots dedicated to Provisions. She has worked more than 50 hours planting, tending, harvesting the plots, as well as caring for the butterfly plot. This doesn’t even include the many hours she has committed to weeding and maintaining the Garden as a whole. The Garden has received some generous donations this spring. The Bulverde Garden Club donated a beautiful bench which has been a colorful addition. The Bulverde Community Garden Committee also received a generous donation from Provisions in memory of John Melton, a Provisions volunteer who was a strong supporter of the Garden and understood the importance of providing fresh, organic produce to food pantry clients. Mr. Melton also understood the importance of recycling and composting, which he contributed to at the garden. If you or your business or SCHOOL would like to secure a plot (at no cost), please contact Joanne Hall at jothall@gvtc.com. Donations are always gladly accepted to help with the growth and beautification of the Garden. Also, interested persons are invited to attend the Bulverde Community Garden Committee meeting on the second Monday of the month at 5:15pm at the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center. Page 18 July 2018
Dexter One year old Dexter is a male Border Collie mix. Typical of his breed, he loves to have a job. Fetch a ball–he’s your man. Give him a ball in a kiddie wading pool and he’s in heaven! He’s very intelligent and a quick learner. Border Collies excel in various canine sports, including obedience, flyball, agility, tracking, and flying disc competitions. If you are looking for a canine companion to share an active lifestyle, Dexter is your guy!
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Generous Gift to Area Library Begins a New Chapter The award-winning Bulverde/Spring Branch Library is turning the page to a new chapter! In response to a generous gift from the Mammen Family Foundation to the library’s Capital Campaign, the Bulverde Area Rural Library District’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously at their May, 2018 meeting to rename the library the “Mammen Family Public Library.” “The Mammens have been great supporters of the library over the years, true lovers of literacy, and great community members. I am in awe of what this gift will provide for our community’s future! The funds are specifically designated to ensure the community benefits from the library’s wonderful programming for many, many years to come,” stated Library Director Susan Herr. The BSB Library, now known as the Mammen Family Public Library, offers hundreds of free programs each year that encourage community members to develop literacy skills and to pursue lifelong leisure learning goals. Thousands of individuals participate each year in library programming that helps them obtain a GED, learn a number of languages (including English), and master technology. Children develop early literacy skills during story times, and parents participate in programs that teach them how to help their children learn. Lifelong or leisure learning goals are also fulfilled with other library programming, such as the Great Decisions foreign policy programs, arts-and-crafts classes, musical performances, summer reading programs, and many more. The library’s mission is to promote literacy, inspire a lifelong love of learning, and support the art, science, and literary needs of our community. These goals fall directly in line with the goals of the Mammen Family Foundation. With the funds received, the library will continue to fulfill its mission by enhancing lifelong learning and educational programs for many, many years to come. The Mammen Family Foundation looked for a recipient institution in and around San Antonio. “When we were planning to make a major donation, we didn’t have to look very far for a stable, well-run institution that could sustain
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About the Mammen Family Foundation
Long-time local residents Sam and Lori Mammen recently established the Mammen Family Foundation after the sale of their publishing business. The Mammens, both former teachers at Bulverde schools, founded and grew an educational publishing company based in Bulverde that served teachers nationally for 35 years. The goals of the Mammen Family Foundation are to promote literacy and lifelong learning, to encourage an understanding of local to global perspectives, and to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of people of all ages.
About the Library
The Bulverde Area Rural Library District serves a 200 square mile area in the western portion of Comal County, a community of over 27,000 residents projected to more than double during the next 5–10 years. In addition, many residents of Boerne, New Braunfels, and northern San Antonio hold memberships with the Bulverde/Spring Branch Library, now the Mammen Family Public Library. Currently, the library has almost 8,000 active members, with more members added every day. The library’s vision is to provide access to valuable educational resources and learning opportunities, no matter what age or stage of life, in a safe and welcoming space. Expansion plans began in 2016, when the Trustees developed a 10-year facilities masterplan to determine how best to manage the rapidly growing population of their service area. The first phase of the masterplan began in spring 2017 that included the expansion and renovation of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Library, now known as the Mammen Family Public Library. In the early planning stages, the public gave input as to what they would like to see in a revamped library and much of the design is based on that input. The name change comes on the heels of the building expansion construction, which began in May 2018. As the Library District Trustees look toward the future, a change in branding was welcomed as part of the masterplan to serve the community for many years to come. The name Mammen Family Public Library went into effect as of June 1, 2018.
Upcoming Library Events Please check the library’s online calendar or call (830) 438-4864 to verify program location before attending. The library calendar can be accessed at https://bsblibrary.libcal.com/
2018 Book and Author–Andrew Carroll Saturday, July 7, 3:00pm–6:00pm
Book and Author program featuring author Andrew Carroll. Carroll is a bestselling author and director of the Center for American War Letters at Chapman University. He has written titles such as My Fellow Soldiers, War Letters, Grace Under Fire, and Operation Homecoming. He will be joining us on Saturday, July 7th at 3pm at the Bulverde/Spring Branch Activity Center. Tickets will be available in advance for $30 at the library or online at bsblibrary.org. A reception with a book signing will follow the program. The community is invited to bring war letters to be on display at the event and preserved forever at the Center for American War Letters. Sponsorships for this event are available. This event will be held at the Bulvere/Spring Branch Activity Center, 30280 Cougar Bend, Buvlerde, Texas 78163
Blood Drive with South Texas Blood and Tissue Center Saturday, July 14, 10:30pm–2:30pm
Come donate blood for a good cause to help those who can’t help themselves. Sign up for a time that is convenient for you by either signing up at the circulation desk or by calling 830.438.4864. Time slots are in 1/2 hour increments.
Shark Week for Teens July 23–July 28
Learn more about sharks and sharks along the Texas coast and then make your own shark craft. Join us for our Shark Week interactive display at the library this whole week.
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Odds-n-Ends City Enforces County Burn Ban
In early June, the Comal County Commissioners Court implemented a 90-day burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Comal County. When Comal County initiates a burn ban, the City of Bulverde follows suit within the City limits. It should also be noted that fireworks are prohibited inside the City limits during a burn ban. One exception to the ban are BBQ pits that are off the ground and have a lid to contain all sparks and flames--these are still allowed for cooking purposes only. Please be very careful, as the area is continuing to dry out. You may contact the Comal County Fire Marshal’s office at 830-643-3748 if you have any questions. Thank you, and please stay safe.
Annual Fashion Show
The BSB Activity Center will be hosting their 10th Annual Fashion Show on Saturday, July 28th. Join the fun and enjoy an afternoon of food, fellowship, and fashion at the social event of the season. Enjoy creative table décor designed by the Activity Center’s hostesses and fashion stylings provided by local
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clothing retailers. All are welcome! Call the BSB Activity Center for more details at 830.438.3111.
S.T.A.G.E. 39th Annual Awards Open House
S.T.A.G.E. is proud to present the 39th annual S.T.A.G.E. Awards and evening of entertainment. The program begins with snacks and fellowship at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, August 12, at Krause House Theatre, 1300 Bulverde Road in Bulverde. Admission is free (open house), but everyone is encouraged to bring a covered dish to add to the buffet table. Serving begins at 6:30 pm. Entertainment will be provided.
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