Boerne Business Monthly - August 2016

Volume 9, Issue 2: August 2016

BOERNE business monthly

HCM TEAM WORKS TO “CREATE HEALTHY” IN BOERNE BACK TO SCHOOL: WILL YOUR FAMILY BE READY?

IDENTITY THEFT: WHEN SOMEONE TRIES TO STEAL YOUR TAX REFUND

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August is here and we all know what that means – school will be starting before we know it. In the past this has only mildly affected me, just meaning that I needed to remember to slow down when driving through the school zones. However, this year is a different story. My daughter will be going to Kindergarten! I’m pretty sure she was just born yesterday, so I’m not really sure how that happened, but it did and I’m happy that she’ll be attending BISD where we have some of the finest schools and teachers in the state!

This has been a busy summer for us here at BBM, in addition to our regular duties we have once again been hard at work on the 4th Annual Wild Game Dinner magazine for the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce. The magazine will hit the streets at the end of the month so be sure to pick up your copy!

Our cover feature this month is Hill Country Memorial. Check out everything they are doing to “create healthy” in Boerne starting on page 16!

We hope you enjoy this issue of BBM – stay cool!

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August 2016

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from the mayor

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taxes

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Aid the Silent Hosts 2nd Annual 5K Race When Someone Tries to Steal Your Tax Refund

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cover feature Hill Country Memorial: HCM Team Works to “Create Healthy” in Boerne

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We are now in the dog days of summer! It is south Texas after all. Every month I participate in a Boerne Utilities board meeting and was recently reminded that our “summer” electric rates are in effect for the next couple of months. Most electric utilities have seasonal electric rates - during the summer those rates are typically the highest and then of course the rate is lowest during the winter months. Just to be clear, that doesn’t mean a person’s monthly bill will automatically be higher, but we all use more electricity in the summer, so higher consumption plus a higher summer rate can get costly. Conserving electricity as much as possible between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. helps prevent huge spikes in power usage and potentially higher monthly bills. Customers can get lots of energy conservation tips from their electric service provider whether it’s Boerne Utilities, Bandera Electric, CPS Energy, or PEC. I have some really great news to share about the City of Boerne financial status. As a result of recent meetings with two of the nation’s major financial rating agencies, Moody’s Investors Service and Fitch Ratings, the city of Boerne’s outstanding general obligation debt has been upgraded. Moody’s upgraded the City’s outstanding general obligation debt to Aa2 from Aa3. Fitch upgraded the City’s rating on outstanding general obligation bonds to AA from AA-. These ratings upgrades will result in significant savings for the city’s budget since $19.9 million in bonds were recently refinanced with an excellent interest rate of 2.56%. The City will save approximately $3.7M over the remaining life of the bonds.

Here is an update on Boerne’s new City Hall project. The Boerne City Council received a list of recommendations from a specially appointed ad hoc committee. Throughout the summer we are planning some public forums to get more input on the building design and to further educate the public about the project. I want to thank the members of this review committee for their time and input on the needs assessment process. Christina Bergmann, who chaired the committee, presented their findings and suggestions.

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and David Spencer. Linda Zartler, Paul Barwick, Mike Raute, and Patti Behrendt, from city staff, deserve huge thanks too for providing the committee with administrative support and information. We hope to get going on the formal architectural and engineering design once we complete this public input process.

Summer is also the time that city council and city staff get knee-deep in the city and utility budget work for next year. In this very detailed process we look at revenues, expenses, and upcoming needs such as street repairs, building maintenance, staffing and equipment requirements. We also estimate how revenues from fees and property, sales, and hotel/motel taxes will pay for those expenses. By state law every local government must have a balanced budget each year, including emergency reserve funds to pay for unexpected costs. We take this responsibility very seriously and use our budget workshops to review the staff recommendations and prioritize the needs. These budget workshops are open to the public and anyone interested can come and hear the discussions.

There will also be public hearings in September.

At a recent council meeting our Boerne Police Department was once again acknowledged as a Recognized Texas Law Enforcement Agency. The Texas Police Chiefs Association evaluates specific performance measures and best practices carefully developed by Texas Law Enforcement professionals across the state. Being “Recognized” means that the agency has proven to independent assessors that it meets or exceeds all of the identified Best Practices for Texas Law Enforcement - such as use of force, protection of citizen rights, pursuits, property and evidence management, and patrol and investigative operations. Our police department was first accredited in 2011 and goes through a re-accreditation process every four years. Boerne PD is one of fifty-three Texas agencies out of the 2,400 throughout the state to be re-recognized in 2016. I contend we have the best police force in the land! BBM

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Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants were called up and recognized during the 2015 inaugural Aid the Silent 5K.

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Aid the Silent, a Boerne-based organization that supports the deaf and hard-of-hearing (HOH) community, is hosting its 2nd annual 5K walk/run on Saturday, October 22, 2016 presented by the Ear Institute of Texas to take place at Main Plaza in the heart of the historic downtown Boerne. The race will begin at 8 a.m. Registration for deaf/HOH runners is free with a valid audiogram. For those who cannot make the race, but would still like to support its cause, a virtual run is available. Sponsorship of deaf/HOH runners and corporate sponsorships are welcome. More information is available at aidtheSilent.com.

The course will run through a neighborhood and round through the scenic views of the newly-finished river walk. Immediately following the race, national recording artist Ryan Proudfoot will debut songs from his newly released album, “Letting Go.” A portion of the proceeds collected from sales will go directly toward Aid the Silent.

Participants are encouraged stay to spend the day shopping at boutiques, dining at area restaurants and explore nature trails throughout the city.

Last year’s event raised an amazing amount of awareness, and through monetary support from the nonprofit’s sponsors and runners, it was able to do so much to help children in need.

Aid the Silent was able to pay for six months of speech therapy, get assistive hearing devices for three, give hearing aids for three, and send six kids to camp. In addition, the organization has made waves in the equal rights and accommodations for the deaf/ HOH community. The cost to meet these needs are thousands of dollars and could

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Aid the Silent was founded by Miss San Antonio 2015 Emma Faye Rudkin in January 2015. Aid the Silent’s primary goal is Runners from the 2015 Aid the Silent 5K race line up for the race to start. Despite the to raise the necessary funds freezing weather conditions, 350+ supporters came to Boerne to participate. to provide deaf and HOH children/teens the tools and resources to find personal success. Proceeds collected from the race will go into financially assisting economically-disadvantaged deaf/HOH children/teens through ministry-related activities, sponsorship programs, research funding, hearing products and speech resources, or American Sign Language lessons. BBM boernebusinessmonthly.com

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When Someone Tries to STEAL YOUR TAX REFUND

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by Kelly Boswell, ADKF

In today’s society it is very common to be a victim of identity theft. Sometimes you receive new debit or credit cards simply because the issuing company suspects identity theft. In either case, it can be a major inconvenience as it robs you of valuable time - time to check your credit reports, time to set up new automated payments, time to file reports, etc.

Identity theft within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is equally rampant and is an ever-growing problem. It is common for someone to file a tax return in your name using your social security number to steal your tax refund consisting of your withholding and/or estimated tax payments. The increase in IRS identity theft in 2015 was due largely to the IRS website being hacked on April 7, 2015. More than 470,000 transcripts were stolen before the IRS shut down the application. The transcript feature with new and improved safety controls has recently been added back to the IRS website.

If you are a victim of identity theft you will typically find out in one of two ways. You will get a tax notice in the mail asking to verify your personal information by confirming items in your tax return to prove your identity. Or the second way, you will get denied when e-filing your return.

In the first case, the IRS will normally send notification if they think there is something suspicious about the tax return. You may receive this notice even if you have not filed your return for the year. If you get a notice, you should follow the instructions to prove your identity. Alternatively, you can hire a Certified Public Accounting firm, like Akin, Doherty, Klein and Feuge (ADKF), to represent you with the IRS and handle this matter for you.

The other way, you may find out you are a victim when your e-file return is denied, because there is already a return filed with your social security number. If your e-file is denied you will be required to file a paper return and for the three years following the year you were victimized, you will receive a special five-digit PIN number to use when e-filing.

In both cases, you should submit a Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit, along with a government issued ID, such as a driver’s

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license, upon receiving the Form 14039. The IRS will start an investigation, which will take approximately 180 days to complete. If you have filed your return and are expecting a refund, you will have to wait until the investigation is complete.

Anytime you have been the victim of identity theft, you should check with at least one of the three major credit bureaus – Equifax, Experian, or Transunion. You should be on the watch for anything suspicious, especially new accounts opened in your name that you were not aware of. You can also file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. The IRS website, IRS.gov, has an entire section devoted to identity theft which provides helpful information.

WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IRS IDENTITY THEFT: 1. File your tax return as early as possible.

2. Avoid IRS impersonators. The IRS will not call you or send unsolicited emails.

3. Keep your computer secure. Use a firewall, virus protection, and always password-protect sensitive data.

4. Avoid Phishing and Malware. Open attachments only if you know who sent it and what it contains. Go directly to websites rather than using links and use a pop-up blocker.

5. Protect your personal information. Your social security card or other documents with your SSN. Shred old documents.

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AUGUST 2 ABENDKONZERT 7:30pm to 9:00pm | Main Plaza The Boerne Village Band is the longest continuously playing German Band in the world outside of Germany! Regulars to the concerts come early to grab their favorite spot at the Plaza, to hear the ooom pah pah of their favorite tunes and watch the kids do the chicken dance!

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AUGUST 8 KENDALL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT 9:00am to 11:00am Kendall County Courthouse 201 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne

AUGUST 9 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne

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I know, I know just reading the title makes you cringe. Getting ahead of this project will bring you and your children so much relief and ease of mind when it’s behind you. You and your family will be ready for the first day of school without the stress and last minute running around looking for shoes or school supplies.

There are lots of sales going on right now, like End of Summer Sales. We all know our summer ends in October! So why not start now.

School supplies have already hit the shelves in most, if not all, retail appropriate stores.

Here are some tips and suggestions to help make this an easy project. Print it out and hang it where you will see it and remind you to get this done.

1. Set an appointment on your calendar for you and your children to go through their closets individually.

2. Supplies needed: Donation box, labels (label machine or post-it-notes), scotch tape, notepad and pen and a trash bag.

3. Pull out anything that no longer fits; clothes, shoes, accessories like hats, mittens, under clothes etc. Place them in a donate box.

Or can they be handed down to the next child?

4. Write down what you need to replace including sizes.

5. When purchasing new items like clothes

and shoes consider purchasing the next size or two up. This way you are ahead of the next growth spurt! And it cuts back on several trips to the mall.

6. Sort and categorize their clothes so they are easier and faster to locate. Examples: all jeans and pants together, blouses, shirts, dresses, skirts etc.

7. Now, move onto the children’s dresser drawers. Again, pull out anything that no longer fits; shorts, socks, under clothes, t-shirts.

8. Write down what you need to replace including sizes.

9. As mentioned above consider purchasing the next size or two up.

10. Labeling helps maintain an organized dresser. Place a label, (or a small piece of paper with description and scotch tape it) to the inside of the drawer. The kids will know exactly where their items are located and laundry will be put away a little quicker. If your children are younger place a picture of the item in the appropriate drawer. Images can be found on the internet.

11. Drop off donation box at your charity of choice.

Now their closets and dressers will be ready for the new incoming clothes, shoes and accessories. BBM

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When purchasing school supplies consider purchasing enough supplies for at least the first half of the school year. This way you are not running out late one night looking for supplies needed for a school project the next day.

Set up a designated “homework area.” Maybe it’s in the kitchen where mom can keep an eye out on their children while preparing dinner.

Use a cabinet or drawer nearby to contain all their school supplies for ease of use.

If a homework area does not have a cabinet or drawer nearby to contain supplies, use a storage bin or basket to hold the supplies and place it in a closet. Use zip-loc bags to contain small items like pens/pencils/ markers, glue, crayons etc. and place inside storage bin.

Once homework is completed have them place it in their backpacks and place the backpack in a designated area for easy access in the morning. No more running around like mad men looking for it at the last minute!

Set specific times for your children to do their homework, take their baths and bedtime. Children thrive on routines and schedules.

Have them pick out their school outfit the night before, including shoes and under clothes. Another morning time-saver.

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HCM TEAM WORKS TO “CREATE HEALTHY” IN BOERNE

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Douglas Stanley, MD – Ear, Nose & Throat

by Lindsey Bertrand photos by Ron Pritchett

In just a few short weeks the Hill Country Memorial Medical Group will celebrate its second anniversary in Boerne. What began as an idea in 2013 has grown to include specialist physicians and partnerships with other Hill Country health providers.

Today those HCM Medical Group specialists include ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician Dr. Douglas Stanley, Dr. Blair Tull who provides obstetric and gynecology care, and vascular surgeon Dr. Andrew Bowser.

Orthopedic surgeons Dr. Clint Beicker and Dr. Charles Romanick of Texas Hill Country Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine and licensed doctors of audiology Liz Beschoner, AuD. and Rachel Higginbotham, AuD., round out the team of specialists at HCM Boerne.

pictured (left to right): Celeste Johnson, LVN; Dr. Douglas Stanley; Rachel Higginbotham, AuD; Katie Krisch, Patient Care Coordinator; Liz Beschoner, AuD; Kristyn Botkin, Medical Receptionist

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“These doctors and their teams serve as specialty care resources in the Hill Country,” said Carrie Culpepper, Clinical Director of HCM Medical Group. “By serving in Boerne, we are putting into action the Hill Country Memorial vision to ‘empower others and create healthy.’”

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In 2014, as the HCM Medical Group expanded its ENT services, Dr. Stanley was one of the first specialists to come to HCM Boerne.

Dr. Stanley provides medical and surgical care for adult and pediatric patients with diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, throat, head, neck, respiratory and upper gastrointestinal systems. He also performs head and neck surgery at Hill Country Memorial.

With his expertise and training he treats patients with some of the most common ENT issues including allergies and chronic sinus conditions, sleep apnea and snoring problems.

He also helps those with more complex conditions like cancer of the head and neck, voice and swallowing disorders, and hearing and audiology issues.

To treat the latter, Dr. Stanley and Estes Audiology partnered in 2016 to offer Boerne’s only comprehensive hearing and health care services.

In this enterprise Dr. Stanley works with Estes Audiology’s Dr. Beschoner and Dr. Higginbotham. The doctors of audiology specialize in hearing evaluations, modern hearing aid technology and assistive devices, and custom hearing protection.

Anyone can receive a diagnostic hearing assessment—from infants and children to teens and adults. Getting accurate results ensures that each person receives the best solution. Dr. Soriya Estes, founder of Estes Audiology, emphasized that hearing aids have improved greatly in recent years, becoming much smaller and more discreet.

“Today’s hearing aids use digital technology to process sound, most are wire-

less and Bluetooth-capable, and some can even stream directly with a smartphone,” she said.

The Estes Audiology team can also provide helpful devices like television listening systems, special doorbells and alarm clocks, and amplified telephones to help patients regain their quality of life.

Additionally, they provide custom hearing protection like custom ear buds, earplugs and in-ear monitoring systems for musicians and hunters.

All of these services combined with Dr. Stanley’s ENT expertise provide the most comprehensive hearing health at HCM Boerne.

Charles Romanick, MD – Orthopedic Surgeon

A SPECTRUM OF JOINT CARE

If joint pain severely limits daily activity, it may be time to work with an orthopedist like Dr. Beicker or Dr. Romanick who are specifically trained in caring for the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints.

“Everyone’s experience with joint pain is different,” said Marilyn Berry, RN. Berry, the coordinator for Hill Country Memorial’s “Restore” joint replacement program and a longtime Boerne resident, who lived with knee pain for many years before she had knee replacement surgery in 2007.

“It’s important to work with an orthopedic physician to determine your best treatment,” she said.

Dr. Beicker and Dr. Romanick are two of just a handful of surgeons who participate in HCM’s Restore program, an evidence-based, patient-endorsed program that promotes a better surgery experience and faster recovery.

Dr. Beicker specializes in joint preservation, joint replacement and reconstruction including shoulder issues and shoulder replacement. Dr. Romanick specializes in shoulder injuries, sports medicine, hand surgery, and joint replacement and has more than two decades of experience as an orthopedic surgeon.

With their experience they are able to prescribe a variety of joint pain treatments.

Blair Tull, MD – OB/GYN

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Lifestyle changes like losing weight and walking daily can reduce pain and preserve flexibility. Physical therapy can also help.

Additionally an orthopedist may recommend steroid injections to reduce pain and restore function.

If joint pain is not managed well with other treatments, it may be time to consider arthroscopic or total joint replacement surgery. Arthroscopic surgery repairs or removes damaged tissue, while total joint replacement involves replacing the damaged hip, knee or shoulder with an implant.

With advances in surgical technique and post-operative pain management, patients who choose joint replacement surgery through the

Liz Beschoner, AuD HCM Restore program often go home within two to three days of surgery.

“You don’t have to live with pain, but you do have to take action,” said Berry.

“It’s important to talk with an orthopedist to determine the right course of action.”

The HCM Restore program hosts a joint replacement education class every Monday at 1 p.m. at the hospital. To learn more, call (830) 990-6134 or visit hillcountrymemorial.org/restore.

CREATING HEALTHY IN BOERNE

From ENT and hearing services to orthopedic care and more, specialists at HCM Boerne are part of a team that works to improve patients’ lives.

They partner with each other, with their patients and together with Hill Country Memorial and, in turn, encourage the kind of teamwork that creates a healthier community.

All of the specialists are located in the Gateway Professional Building at 1580 S. Main St., up the hill from Tractor Supply Co. To learn more about Dr. Beschoner, Dr. Higginbotham and Estes Audiology call (830) 609-9056 or visit www.hearlifeagain.com. To learn more about Dr. Beicker or Dr. Romanick, call (830) 997-4043 or visit thcosm.com.

The HCM Medical group accepts most insurances including Medicare. To learn more, visit hcmmedicalgroup.com. To schedule with Dr. Stanley, Dr. Tull or Dr. Bowser call (830) 428-2345. BBM

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Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cuttings – June/July 2016

Cypress Grille is celebrating their 10 year anniversary in business! Since 2006 they have prepared innovative, flavorful and healthy culinary dishes. Their chefs and owners, Paul Thompson and Tom Stevens, cook with passion and knowledge, they practice and teach traditional cooking methods believing time makes things better! Their wine room is filled with an assortment of varietals and they have something for everyone. They have a great love of our military and honor them each year with their annual “Honor the Airmen Thanksgiving Feast.” Boerne is growing in leaps and bounds and seeing more and more visitors not only from local areas but internationally as well. Cypress Grille strives to give space to each, visitors and locals alike.

Cypress Grille is located in historic downtown Boerne, 170 S. Main Street. For reservations, call (830) 248-1353 and visit their website at www.cypressgrilleboerne.com.

Gun safes and gun vaults are indispensable assets for any gun owner wishing to keep his or her valuable firearms and ammunition safe and protected. At Lone Star Gun Safes they specialize in weapon storage to keep your guns from theft and fire, the protection of your family is extremely important. Gun safes and gun vaults help prevent curious children or others from gaining access to dangerous weapons and ammunition that could cause serious harm to themselves or others.

Lone Star Gun Safes carry the best brands in the business, including Champion gun safes, Superior gun safes, Gun Vault gun safes, Lone Star gun safes and Graffunder gun safes, the highest-quality firearm safes in the business. Owners Terri and Steve Christoph and their expert staff members can direct you to the finest-quality gun safe or gun vault that fits your needs. You can find Lone Star Gun Safes in Boerne at 28344 Waterview Dr. across from Fair Oaks Ranch. You can also call them at (830) 981-9003 and visit their website www. lonestargunsafes.com for more information.

Drink Texas Boerne’s tagline is “Spirits and Fun”! They have added a patio with outdoor space. They have the world’s bet marathon happy hour that runs daily from 2 to 9 pm. Drink Texas’ owner Greg Barrineau has installed some great events including “Margarita Mondays”, “Karaoke Tuesday”, great DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, full service bar with a large selection of liquor, as well as draft and bottled beer. Drink Texas Boerne is located at 31138 IH 10 West of Boerne and their phone number is (830) 755-6449 Greg also owns Drink Texas Biergarten located at 265 S. Main Street, in downtown Boerne. They serve an extensive selection of craft beer and all domestic beers with wine. They have live music on a regular basis. Monday night features Karaoke, Thursday is Open Mic night, Friday night, Saturday day and night and Sunday day features a lineup of live music. Visit Drink Texas’ website www.drinktexas.com for more information.

Owner Yommaira Cruz wants you to make Juan Stop your “One Stop” for all your late night cravings! Juan Stop is an authentic Fruiteria featuring fruit bowls, Mangonada, Rusa as well as nachos, Frito Pie, corn in the cup, Mexican Sushi and more. Juan Stop Fruiteria is located in Old Towne Square in Boerne at 233 S. Main Street, Suite K, next to the Drink Texas Biergarten. For more information, like and follow Juan Stop Fruiteria’s Facebook page at www.facebook. com/JuanStop23.

Dr. Sara Stuart, DO, started Cibolo Family Medicine specifically to give patients an exceptional experience. She believes in preventative and personalized care and wants to listen, counsel, and give her undivided attention to her patients. At Cibolo Family Medicine, they understand the importance of nutrition and fitness and can help their patients to develop a whole-health plan. Dr. Stuart can perform a variety of procedures in the office, and will refer you to excellent specialists as needed. Cibolo Family Medicine is located at 211 N. Main Street in Boerne. You can call (830) 428-2500 to schedule an appointment and visit the website www.cibolofm.com for more information.

CommuniCare Health Centers has opened in Boerne, in the Boerne Square Shopping Center (H.E.B.), 430 W. Bandera Road, Suite 9. They have been serving the greater San Antonio area for over 40 years as a full service, multispecialty primary healthcare system offering Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women’s Health and OB/GYN, Podiatry, Dental and Behavioral Health Services. CommuniCare Health Centers’ Pediatricians Dr. Vincent Coleman and Dr. Jeffrey Henderson as well as Brittany Angelos are all working and practicing out of the new Boerne office. You can call (830) 816-1717 to make an appointment and visit their website www.apluspediatrics.com for more information.

Morrell Jewelry store is celebrating it’s 25 year anniversary in business and is an accomplished, trustworthy business. It was established in 1991 and has been operating for over twenty one years in Boerne, Texas. New owner Owner Jeanetta Alcazar and her staff offer excellent customer service. Customers are not just a number, they are known on a first or last name basis. Morrell Jewelry is located at 134 E. Bandera Rd. in Boerne and is across from the YMCA, next to the Boerne Cooking Cottage. Please feel free to call (830) 249-4092 or visit their website www.morrelljewelry.com for more information.

Mimi and Alex Berg along with Terri are the owners of Pet Styling by Mimi & Terri. They opened the store in 2014 and offer high quality grooming services. They can and do groom all breeds and sizes of dogs and cats. Their grooming services include regular summer shave downs to intricate styling. At Pet Styling by Mimi & Terri, they are flexible with their hours to accommodate their customers. To book reservations with Pet Styling and Terri, register online or call (830) 331-1329. Please visit and like their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ mimibergpetstylingbymimi.

Dan and Jackie Liberto started a ministry in 2007 which has evolved to Generation With a Name.

Their family has been involved with every aspect from being models, writers and photographers to late night booth operators at trade shows. Their entrepreneur adventure didn’t stop with their ministry. Since the creation of The Freedom Girls (now Generation with a Name) and their Ruth Doll and Book, they have spread their wings and taken on leadership and development coaching, network marketing, real estate, house cleaning and freelance writing. You can contact Jackie and Dan on their website www.thefreedomgirls.com and call (210) 508-0894 for more information.

There is a new furnishings and design store in Boerne. Principle 7 Design features contemporary furniture and accents. Owner/Interior Designer Vanessa Nobley is an experienced designer who moved to Boerne from Park City a few months ago and enjoys working with new builds and restorations/renovations. Principle 7 Design is located at 1109 S. Main Street, Suite 100 in Boerne, Texas. You can call Vanessa at (830) 331-2797, like and follow the store on their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ Principle-7-Design-278721175808127/?fref=ts and visit the website when it is completed at www.principle7design.com.

Murphy USA in Boerne is expanding their store! The Chamber Ambassadors and Staff were on hand with Murphy USA Division Director Joe Gruninger, District Manager Rosemary Veliz and their staff for the expansion groundbreaking ceremony. Since 1996, Murphy USA has been the place people go to save on the gas that fuels their lives. They also are proud to support Texas Manufacturers and the jobs they provide. Murphy USA is located in the front of the Walmart parking lot, 1379 S. Main Street in Boerne. For more information, you can contact Rosemary at (870) 866-1139 and visit their website www.murphyusa.com.

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How to Get Recruiters to Call You Back if You Are in a VP to CxO-Level Job Search

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by Mary Elizabeth Bradford Working with executive recruiters is one of If you have sent your resume: the primary ways in which top executives “Hi, this is ____. I sent you my resume discover their next opportunity. Here are a (or sent in my resume) last week and wanted few tips to get the top retained recruiting firms to follow up with a phone call to briefly introthat primarily place senior executives to call duce myself. And to find out if you have any you back. open searches in the ___ industry that I might • Try finding the recruiters in major be a good potential candidate for.” retained firms that specialize in your industry/ If you have not sent your resume: position (online and through LinkedIn first), “Hi, this is__, and I am a ____. I am and call them directly. Tell them who you are, calling to introduce myself. I am in a highly and then offer to send your resume to them via confidential (be sure to mention it if you are!) e-mail. career transition, and I wanted to reach out to • For best results, make sure you match you personally because I understand that you up your skills and industry with their specialty. specialize in my industry. May I send you my Try searching via a major search engine using resume? I would welcome a conversation if terms such as: high technology+recruiters, you feel I am a good match for any of your or: wireless+telecom+recruiters, or: open searches.” banking+Singapore+recruiters. Play around • Call first if you are in a confidential or and see what you can come up with! Google passive search.

Maps is a great tool for “finding” firms too!

Understand What Motivates Recruiters • You can factor it in—especially if to Pitch You Their Best Client Company Job you are conducting a global search—but as Openings a general rule, don’t worry about geography.

• Be the candidate that matches their Recruiters are primarily industry specialists industry and position hot spot. and will have clients everywhere.

• Have excellent marketing material, • Send them a really good resume in and learn how to interview so they don’t have PDF form. They may ask for a Word version, to train you. or want you to upload your resume into their • Sound and act like a professional on database, or fill out a form on their website the phone and in person.

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• Be focused enough for them to feel • It takes more time to call, but it will like “you know who you are and where you be worth it. An alternative to calling major are going”. A great example of this is: You are retained firms directly is to ring the main vetting two sub-industries in commercial real number and simply ask the person answer- estate—___ and ___. You can relocate anying the phone for the recruiter in charge of where in the U.S. This is not so vague that the your industry (the recruiter who specializes in recruiter will feel he is helping you to figure general operations searches, or construction, out what to do next in your career—and not so or healthcare, etc.). specific that he’ll feel like he is trying to meet • I have a recruiter distribution service your exhaustive list of requirements. that gets fantastic results! I also have a more • If you say something that sounds an detailed Do-It-Yourself program with a com- alarm, the client company will typically tell plete list of more than 250 recruiters, their the recruiter—and then the recruiter may or industries, and specific names and complete may not divulge this to you because it’s a contact information. You can learn more about slippery slope. those programs on my website. Distributions • Rehearse your interviews; know ahead are not always necessary though! You can get of time the right and wrong things to say. a lot of traction if you have a little time to Speak professionally to the recruiter; you are connect with recruiters on your own! not the recruiter’s buddy. He is not working • When you get them on the phone, have for you; he is working for the companies he what you want to say written out: represents. BBM Mary Elizabeth Bradford, CERW, MCD is an Internationally Certified Advanced Resume Writer & author of the Amazon bestseller: The Career Artisan Series: The 21st Century Resume Guide for the Perplexed (with Custom Online Resume Templates). This eBook has helped thousands of jobseekers worldwide tackle the toughest resume writing challenges - giving job seekers both word.doc templates (online link) and step by step instructions on how to easily craft a results producing resume that works in today's job market. www.maryelizabethbradford.com

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city of boerne to hold meetings for public input on new proposed new city hall

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The City of Boerne is planning to build a new City Hall for city operations and Boerne Utilities. The goal is to build a new facility for municipal government offices, city council and other official meetings, as well as customer service spaces to serve Boerne for several decades. The building will be designed to be compatable with Boerne’s downtown historic charm while providing a “one-stop” efficient service environment for customers. The new City Hall will be located on the same city property as the Patrick Heath Public Library. People interested in more details can find factsheets and information on the Proposed City Hall page of the city’s website at www.boerne-tx.gov The following meetings are scheduled in August and September so the public can learn more about the plans: Public input forums to gather feedback on conceptual designs will be: Wednesday, August 24, 2016 9am - 11am Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs - Grand Room at the Overlook 1150 Grand Boulevard Thursday, September 1, 2016 5pm - 7pm Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N. Main The public is welcome to attend the following City Council workshops where Randall Scott Architects will present conceptual design options to the city council representatives for their review and comment. These workshops will be: Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 4:30pm and Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 4:30pm Police and Municipal Court Complex City Council chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road BBM

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Bending Branch Winery Announces New Menu At Branch on High Location in Comfort

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Bending Branch Winery has announced that their Branch on High location at 704 High Street in Comfort will be serving appetizers, small plates, desserts and daily specials in addition to their growing list of awardwinning wines.

Bending Branch owner and winemaker Dr. Bob Young said, “We’re excited to bring a new dimension to our wine tasting experience at Branch on High. We’ll offer a one of a kind food and wine pairing menu in our downtown Comfort location.”

Branch on High is open Thursday– Sunday weekly. For more information, contact Branch on High at 830-995-3394 or their website www.bendingbranchwinery.com. BBM

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Race Starts at 8am at Boerne City Plaza (100 North Main Street)

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Free Youth Mini Race (will receive participation ribbons) All proceeds go toward our Y Partners Campaign to help strengthen our community.

Register online at ymcasatx.org/boerne Registration is also available at the branch.

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AUGUST 20 MOONDANCE CONCERT 7:30pm to 10:30pm 140 City Park Road – Boerne Come enjoy the outdoor concert series under the oaks and evening stars at Cibolo Nature Center and Farm.

AUGUST 23 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne AUGUST 24 NEW CITY HALL PUBLIC FORUM 9:00am to 11:00am @ Morningside Ministries Menger Springs at the Overlook Grandroom 1150 Grand Blvd. – Boerne Public forum to allow interested persons the chance to comment on conceptual design options for the new City Hall building in Boerne.

AUGUST 25 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY FOR HIGHLAND HOMES RANCHES AT CREEKSIDE 11:30am to 2:00pm 109 Coleto Creek – Boerne GBCC RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY FOR ACTION SPECIALTIES, LLC 1:30pm to 2:00pm 121 South Main – Boerne

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GBCC BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MIXER SPONSORED BY PO PO RESTAURANT 5:00pm to 7:00pm 829 FM 289 – Boerne AUGUST 31 GBCC NETWORKING BREAKFAST SPONSORED BY RANDOLPH BROOKS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 7:00am to 9:00am | Cypress Grille 170 S. Main St. – Boerne RSVP required Cost: $25 for Chamber Members Cost: $30 Future Members SEPTEMBER 2-4 KENDALL COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO This will be the 111th Annual Kendall County Fair !!

The Kendall County Fair supplies home grown fun in a Carnival, Rodeo and Livestock Show as well as Homestead Heritage Exhibits. It also supplies multitudes of food booths, craft booths, live music, clowns, children’s activities and much more. Each evening is capped with a dance with a variety of bands and dance music.

You won’t want to miss the parade on downtown Main Street that starts at 10:00 am on Saturday!

SEPTEMBER 3 CONCERT IN THE CAVE- HARPETH RISING 7:30pm | Cave with out a Name- Throne Room 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Hear expansive three part vocal harmonies from

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Jordana Greenberg (violin), Rebecca Reed-Lunn (banjo), and Maria Di Meglio (cello) enhanced by dynamic cave acoustics and nature’s backdrop.

SEPTEMBER 4 BOERNE YOUTH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION, A 501C NON-PROFIT, YEARLY FUNDRAISER 6pm to 9pm | Random Beer Garden 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd. – Boerne All Proceeds go to supporting 3 competitive teams who play in CTYFL, Central Texas Youth Football league.There will be a silent auction, live music, and plenty of games for the kids. Contact 210-414-9579 for more info.

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Boerne’s Changing Skyline

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In a partnership with the City of Boerne, The Lookout Group has constructed Boerne’s first reclaimed water tank rising 150 feet above Esperanza on Texas Highway 46.

Towering high above the tree line, the green tank with its logos representing the collaborative work between the city and the developer is visible from miles away. The tank holds approximately 400,000 gallons of treated wastewater which will be used for landscape irrigation. Not only will this save 240 million gallons of potable water per year for the residents of Boerne, it will be sold to the residents of Esperanza at a substantial discount compared to potable water.

The responsible irrigation practice and forward thinking design of providing reclaimed water to every home is a contributable factor to strong sales in Esperanza. “Most buyers immediately see the economical and environmental value in reusing water to irrigate lawns,” says Larry Allen, Director of Sales for Monticello Homes. “Esperanza is leading the way in sustainable Texas Hill Country living.” Ryan Turner, Senior Sales Associate for Scott Felder Homes adds, “Potential buyers understand that the Esperanza development is something special to be of part of and they are extremely receptive to the use of recycled water. The Lookout Group is doing amazing things for not only residents of Esperanza but also for Boerne by donating land for schools, building roads and planning for the future today.” BBM boernebusinessmonthly.com

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You have feet in your shoes.

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1.2± ACRES – EBNER STREET – BOERNE

Beautiful Development property zoned R-2 that backs up to the Old Number 9 Railroad walking trail. All this property needs is your creative eye and floor plans. There is a total of 1.2 Acres available to be split up as you please. This is a cleared site to build garden or patio homes, only blocks from Main Street, and near many other charming homes. Phase 1 & Phase 2 environmental studies available

MLS# 986505 | $225,000 Contact Susan Friar – (210) 415-0671

MEADOW SPRINGS ESTATES – 1214 RODALYN DR – BOERNE

Private Hill Country home on 6.5 acres in Boerne ISD! This 1.5 story home offers 4 bds, 3 baths downstairs with bonus room up. Gourmet Kitchen with granite counters, gas cooking, warming shelf, stainless steel appliances, large island, open to living with large wood burning fireplace, formal dining, study, and guest suite with bath that are both wheel chair accessible! The 6.5 acs is serene with country views to enjoy from your large back porch and deck! Fenced and gated-ready for your horses or 4H animals!

MLS# 1186684 | $525,000 Contact Scarlett Wolter – (210) 254-7414

RANGER CREEK – 203 DOESKIN DRIVE – BOERNE

Beautiful setting with large mature trees. Pool with lots of space for entertaining. Backs up to a wet weather creek which lends itself to privacy. Large kitchen and eating space. Living room could be one large space or could be a living / dining combo. Screened patio area off master bedroom. Circular driveway with a 2 car detached garage

MLS# 1190616 | $285,000 Contact Sara Baird – (210) 317-9996

1.41± ACRES – OAK BLUFF – BOERNE

Opportunity to own and restore a piece of Boerne’s History. This unique home has so much possibilities! 1.41 acres on the edge of town! Large rooms with hardwood floors shiplap ceilings, rock interior walls. It has several outbuildings and fenced on 3 sides. Call agent for more details.

In the process of researching the history of the property. Owners believe it was some type of overnight stop. It has a building that appears to be some type of holding cell and a basement. Use your imagination!!!

MLS# 1190641 | $325,000 Contact Sara Baird – (210) 317-9996

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