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CONTENTS

Photo courtesy of Hillary Hansen

6 Having Problems Scheduling A General Contractor?

26 Canyon Creek Insurance Article 28 Mike's Mixology

20 Canyon Creek Chronicle 24 Summary of City's Winter Storm Response

PETS OF THE MONTH

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Front Cover photo provided by Jessica Wedge

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

FAMILY OF THE MONTH

Letter from

the PUBLISHER

Publisher Kyla Obert Ad Sales Mike Obert Designer Open Look Business Solutions Contributors Lisa Parelli-Monoghan, Ryan Amerson, Wilson Allen, Angela Green, Noemi Quillin and Jessica Wedge Photographer Jessica Wedge, Hillary Hansen Special Thanks Jason Ripoll and Courtney Molin, Ed Vinzant, Carys Westveld, and Julia Porter

ho had “Snowpacolypse” on their “Crazy Things That Might Happen in 2021” Bingo card? Not you? Me either! You’d think after all the crazy things that 2020 brought, a snowstorm of epic proportions would be the least of our worries for the new year. But it happened and here we are, still picking up the pieces. Picking up the pieces from frozen pool pumps, busted water pipes, broken hot water heaters, and any other water dwelling house item. But through it all, the neighborhood banned together, like it always does, but on a much larger scale. Neighbors helping neighbors, opening their homes, dropping off firewood, helping turn off water sources, and so much more. You showed up, or someone showed up for you! The bad can bring out the good, making the hard times better when you know you have people to walk alongside you and pick you up when things get hard. And in the spirit of silver linings, our kids were able to enjoy playing in snow that they are only used to seeing when they visit the mountains! There is nothing more fun than walking out your back door for a snow ball fight, some sledding or even building a snow man!

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And when you speak of how lucky we are to live in a community that is always willing to lend a helping hand, there is one person that always come to mind first. Julia Porter, or as some might remember her, “Sweet Tooth Fairy” does immeasurable good in our community. Whether you’ve lost your dog, need a place for your furry pet to stay for the weekend, or if you find an injured animal, Julia is the one to call! Her compassion for our four-legged friends and people alike, are second to none. In this issue, we are also excited to have the plant guru, Noemi Quillen, sharing her expertise and advice on what to do with your landscaping since the freeze wreaked havoc on our yards. And did you know that our very own JJ Pearce women’s basketball team had a great season? You’ll enjoy reading about one of their talented team members, your neighbor, Carys Westveld. As always, we hope you enjoy thumbing through and reading this copy of Canyon Creek Life. Don’t forget to visit the advertisers you see in each issue. They support our neighborhood, and many are your neighbors and friends. Happy Spring! Kyla Obert Publisher, Canyon Creek Life

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Pets of the Month

We are Jason Ripoll and Courtney Molina. Our cats are George and Willow. They are both tuxedo cats and we have had George for two years and willow for one year.

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We initially got willow to foster until she found her forever home. Our cat George however fell in love with Willow and we decided to keep her. The joke in our home is that our cat has his own cat. They are best buds and can constantly be found cuddling and chasing each other around the house. We have been in Canyon Creek four years and love living here. We have the most lovely walking trails, wonderful neighbors, and great community here in Canyon Creek. As a realtor in the neighborhood, I’m so proud to call Canyon Creek my home. www.CanyonCreekLife.com

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Having Problems Scheduling a General Contractor? by Lisa Parelli-Monaghan

he remodeling industry has steadily seen an upswing in Dallas-Fort Worth for the past 5 years. The metroplex has been one of the top markets for growth and continues to attract new residents in record numbers. As new residents struggle to find their perfect home, they are purchasing with substantial remodeling projects in mind. Mix this with a pandemic and a Winter Storm that caused unprecedented damage and you have “Contractorgeddon” on your hands. Let’s take a closer look at what is really happening. Prior to the pandemic, General Contractors were already running full schedules in Dallas/Fort Worth with remodeling projects. The pandemic hit and instead of slower business, their workload increased. People were now working from home and needed more 6

space. Contractors have seen an increase in kitchen remodels, room additions for offices, master suites that afford privacy, and “mother-in-law” suites for those individuals who are moving parents into their homes. As of now, Qualified Contractors are at least 2 -3 months out before being able to begin a new project. Some are even longer! As if the wait isn’t enough, now throw in the effects of the pandemic. Contractors are seeing shipment delays in windows, doors and plumbing fixtures. This only adds more delays to projects not to mention material cost increases. For example, lumber yards have entered into supply & demand because they were unable to run their lumber mills at full capacity due to Covid-19. Contractors are seeing increase lumber costs as much as 300%. And yes, www.CanyonCreekLife.com

this does get passed along to the consumer. The so called trickle-down effect is real. We will all be affected by this pandemic in more ways than we even know. The best advice is to work with your contractor. Don’t hesitate to get on their schedule! Call them for remodeling inspections, to give you estimates, do designs, etc. Just pack your patience and wait the extra few months for the work to begin. It will be worth it in the end! As a reminder, Texas does NOT require contractors to be licensed. Do your due diligence before hiring – ask for referrals, check proof of liability insurance, and make sure they are part of industry associations such as NARI, NKBA, and BBB to name a few. Most importantly, you should never be asked to pay before the project begins!

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Business of the Month What is your name and the name of your business? My name is Ed Vinzant, and I am co-owner and co-founder of Turf Solutions Inc. How long have you been in business? Since 2011. Literally, a back of the napkin business idea. Tell us about your business. My business partner, Mike Lohmann (1982 Richardson HS grad) and I believe we are in the health and safety profession. What we do is provide maintenance on synthetic sports fields. Most people believe once you put an artificial turf field down that is it, however a well-maintained field allows athletes to perform to the best of their abilities and protects from unnecessary turf related injuries or illness. We have a unique process that promotes health and safety and helps extend the lifespan of the turf. 90% of our customers are Texas school districts but we do have several universities that we support including Texas A&M (College Station, Commerce, Texarkana) Sam Houston State and Dallas Baptist. What inspired you to do what you do? After 20+ years in corporate finance I was to the point that my schedule was taking a beating on me including a year of commuting to California. I also had been officiating football for about 20 years and the demands

Photos provided by Ed Vinzant of both gigs could not exist anymore. I was about half-way through my self-imposed sabbatical when I ran into a long-time friend (Mike) and we went to lunch. A couple of stories of how his football playing son had battled staph infection and we put our heads together and came up with a business plan. Tells us a favorite story or two about your business. How we acquired our first few customers is always top of the list. We wanted to make sure that we had a few contracts in our pocket before spending the capital on the equipment so we had a relative of Mike’s, who shoots commercials, make a video of the equipment while the equipment provider was giving us a demo. Then with a video in hand and still

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no equipment we made sales calls to coaches that I knew through officiating. After the first few days we had 3 contracts, ordered the equipment, and 3 weeks later serviced our first field in Denison Texas. By the way,

they are still our customer. Story #2, from day one we decided we were going to spray every field that we serviced with an anti-microbial whether if it was an indoor or outdoor field. For years, the turf installation companies laughed at us. With COVID-19 guess what they are promoting and doing now? How long have you lived in Canyon Creek? Technically, 7 months. We just moved from our house of 25 years which was across Campbell in the Estates of Prairie Creek to The Crown. Proud empty-nesters now and love our new neighbors. What brought you to Canyon Creek? We lived in McKinney for about 5 years, and both commuted into Dallas for work. Once they started the 75 expansion, we knew that was not going to be pleasant. We fell in love with the Canyon Creek neighborhood and knew that this was the area for us to raise our kids. What do you love most about living in Canyon Creek? The people of course. We have made life-long friends and are creating new ones in The Crown. Tell us about your family. My wife Suzanne and I have been married for 32 years and we have two boys. Suzanne

is a Baylor grad and the Director of HR for Peak Nano, a privately held Nanotechnology company; focused on research, development, and manufacturing. I graduated from Austin College and I also have an MBA from The University of Dallas. Trey who is 25, married his high school sweetheart Conor Golden Vinzant and they both live and work here in Dallas. They are both University of Arkansas graduates. Our youngest, Preston is 20 and a sophomore at Auburn University. Both boys attended Prairie Creek, North Jr High and Pearce High School. Share with us a funny or awesome story of living in Canyon Creek. You don’t have enough pages in your magazine. PCE talent shows, camp outs, kid’s sports teams, auction parties, Halloweens in the hood the list goes on and on. A lifetime of great memories. Anything else you’d love for your neighbors to know about your business or you? Turf Solutions agreed to a partnership with Symmetry Sports Construction in late 2019 to provide maintenance and services for their field installations. Symmetry has become a trusted name in the synthetic turf business and because of the quality of their people, they are the only one we have been willing to align our name with. www.CanyonCreekLife.com

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Athlete of the Month

Carys Westveld Photos provided by Misty Westveld

Tell us your name, what school you currently attend, and what year you are in school. My name is Carys Westveld, I am a junior at Pearce High School What other schools have you attended? I went to Prairie Creek Elementary and North Junior High Tell us what sports or activities you were involved in and why you enjoy it. I currently play basketball and softball at Pearce. I enjoy playing these sports because I love being active and have met many great friends. Sports have also helped me learn new things and grow as a person and a player. Brag on yourself: Tell us your honors and awards in school. Awards 2 year varsity letterman for tennis 2 year varsity letterman for softball 3 year varsity letterman for basketball Academic all district each year 2nd team all district sophomore year basketball 1st team all city sophomore year basketball Team offensive player of the year sophomore and junior year basketball 1st team all district and all city junior year basketball Leading scorer sophomore and junior year basketball Member of AAU Kingdom performance and texas elite basketball clubs What’s your favorite subject in school ? My favorite subject is history because I love learning about the country and the world and how it came to be. Tell us about your plans after graduation. I plan to attend a four year university after high school and I am not sure what I want to study yet. 10

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Outside of schools and sports, what do you do for fun, hobbies, work, etc.? Outside of school and sports I love to hangout with my friends, listen to music, play guitar, and watch sports How long have you lived in Canyon Creek? I have lived in Canyon Creek for my whole life. What do you love most about living in Canyon Creek? I’ve grown up in Canyon creek and there’s always been lots of friendly faces and a great, supportive community. Tells us a favorite story or two about a big moment or fun moment playing your sport. My sophomore year of basketball I hit the game winning three in overtime to beat our rival, Lake Highlands. Share with us a funny or awesome story of living in Canyon Creek. When it snowed this year, my group of friends and I were able to put 8 of us on two sleds and we rode down hole number 12 on the golf course. Anything else you would love for your neighbors to know about you? I am a big Michigan and Texas Tech fan, I love dogs, and I love country music.

Family of the Month

Julia Porter Many Hats and a Big Heart By Jessica Wedge Photos courtesy of Jessica Wedge

hen you live in a big neighborhood with a small-town-feel for long enough, there are certain faces you start to recognize. It could be the waitress at The Fifth who works the Friday shifts, the rowdy crew of middle schoolers who play in the cul-de-sac after school, or the older gentleman you pass every morning out walking who always has a new joke to tell. You may not know their names, or their story, but you know they’re your neighbors and it brings a sense of familiarity and comfort. For a lot of people, that person is Julia Porter. A friendly face seen almost every day whether on Facebook offering services, at Tom Thumb stocking up on goods, or at your doorstep dropping off sweet treats. Julia moved around a lot growing up. She was born in Ohio, moved to Colorado for most of her elementary school years, spent 12

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a short time in Arkansas, then moved to Kansas City, until finally moving to Canyon Creek to finish out high school at Plano Senior High. After graduating, she moved out, went to SMU, and began her life. She knew she always wanted to move back into the neighborhood, but the timing never seemed to line up. She lived in Lakewood and then Sherrill Park for a few years before finally getting the opportunity to move back to her favorite place she has called home. “I think my favorite change has actually been thanks to Facebook. I think it has been pivotal in bringing us together as a neighborhood. When I lived here in high school, we had the occasional car break-ins like we do now, but there wasn’t that ability to share information to protect one another and look out for each other. You just knew your nextdoor neighbors and whomever you met at the country club, but it wasn’t like today where you have the ability to connect.” This form of connection led many people to get to know Julia in a way most people

don’t get to know their neighbors. A few years ago, Julia decided she wanted to give back and spread happiness in a creative way. She always enjoyed baking delicious and beautiful treats - making sure that the recipes were original to her, even if that meant tweaking an ingredient from a previously developed recipe. Her mother was a large inspiration for her baking style. While her mother was going through chemotherapy, she wanted to prepare food that not only tasted good, but also looked appealing. She continued baking in this style which gave her the idea to spread the same joy she gave her mom, to her neighbors. After developing a small list of people she knew, she gathered all the ingredients and surprised them with the baked goods. The news spread through Facebook and her list grew and grew with many people requesting surprised baked goods. While delivering one evening, a mom was trying to explain who Julia was to her son and Julia said to him, “I’m The Sweet Tooth Fairy!” The name stuck, and Julia continued surprising families and making lots of friends along the way. While the Sweet Tooth Fairy has since gone into retirement, Julia still enjoys baking and creating new recipes.

Her spirit of giving hasn’t slowed down, however, despite The Sweet Tooth Fairy no longer making house calls. During the snowpocalypse, Julia was making many trips back and forth to Tom Thumb delivering the necessities, like bread, milk, and eggs, to young families who expressed the need for help through a Facebook post. “Even after that, I stopped by people’s homes who I didn’t know and I offered what I had if they needed it.” Julia doesn’t just care for her human neighbors, she has deep compassion and care for our wildlife neighbors as well. From the bunnies to the squirrels, and even baby owls and lost pets, Julia has vast experience from working as a veterinary technician, a manager for an emergency veterinarian hospital, and many years working with rescues and rehabilitators. While she isn’t a vet, she is able www.CanyonCreekLife.com

to give an unofficial diagnosis and advice to her friends and client’s regarding their pets when they have a concern. “I’m just really intrigued by them, especially wild animals. It’s so cool to see how they trust you.” One night at her house, she heard her dogs barking and acting up in the backyard while looking at something very specific on the ground. After she got all of the dogs inside, she found what looked like a small, baby owl curled up in the yard. She scooped him up and held him in her hands, stroking his head as he closed his eyes in comfort. After doing a few quick Google searches, she contacted an owl specialist on the West Coast who was still awake at the time. There had been a rainstorm just before, and she learned that owls will frequently take shelter from the rain and winds on the ground until their wings dry 13

and they regain their strength. “Here I was thinking I was fearlessly saving a baby owl,” Julia laughed telling the story, “but that was not the case!” The owl was an adult Eastern Screech Owl and she was successfully able to release it shortly after it rested. Canyon Creek is fortunate to have so many furry creatures choosing to call it home. Watching the large rabbits slowly hop through the front lawns while chewing on grass, or the squirrels chasing each other and jumping from tree to tree down the street - anyone would stop in their tracks to observe them. And every spring, around this time, many families wake up one morning to find a little bunny nest in their backyard. For some families, the kids want to cuddle them and for others, the dogs want to eat them. As tempting as it as and as cute as they are, Julia gives a lot of recommendations for how to care for them while still being able to adore them from afar. While they are in your backyard, take your dog out on a leash or put a barricade around the nest so the dogs can’t get in. Don’t uproot the nest and try to place it in a different spot. If you don’t think the mother has been by in a while, peek inside the nest and check the babies’ bellies right after dawn; if their bellies are full and round they have recently been fed, meaning mother has been by. The circle of life exists and accidents happen, but by taking these steps it can free up time and space for the many caring hearts in the neighborhood and in the surrounding area who are volunteering their time to care for the animals who really need it. “I have had a soft spot in my

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heart for animals my entire life, and nobody wants to see suffering, but I can’t save everything. Nobody can,” Julia said. For the last ten years, Julia, with the help of her son, has been caring for dogs in their home-based business, Hot Diggity Doggy Daycare and Boarding. The dogs get to run free, lay on any piece of furniture, and feel as if they’re in their second home with a big backyard and not a single kennel in sight. Julia treats her client’s dogs as if they’re her own - some of them she’s known since they were puppies and now are much older. With a wide range of dogs there is comfort for all of them, whether they prefer to sleep on one of the thrifted couches or stay in the “quiet room” and look out the window. Her interaction with animals doesn’t stop there! Julia volunteers a lot of her time with various rescues and helps Dallas Animal Shelters identify behavior types in dogs and place them in quality foster homes or find forever adopted families. Many times, she has been called the “Pet Matchmaker”, as she can help a family find the specific adoptable pet they are needing to finish their family.

Julia is a one-of-a-kind neighbor - committed to caring for everyone and everything surrounding her, big and small. Many are fortunate to know her and call her a friend, but everyone should feel comforted knowing that whatever they might need, whether it’s milk in an ice storm or a hurt paw being bandaged up, anyone can count on Julia to be there. That’s what being a neighbor is all about.

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Echoes From The Canyon

“….We’re born again, there’s new grass on the field….. Put me in Coach, I’m ready to play today….Don’t say it ain’t so, you know the time is now….” was the magnificent soundtrack as the Pearce Dad’s Club treated the baseball-attired teachers to Opening Day hot dogs on April 1st, a day like no other, no fooling. Undeniably, the insidious and isolating events of the last twelve months have seen both our finest hours and our darkest moments as a civil and functioning society. Interestingly, when one is consuming the product of newspapers, websites and tv news, it is difficult avoiding an internal concession that the darkness is winning. However, when viewing the world through my own lens, the finest hours are clearly victorious. The Dad’s Club event, for instance, was replete with old friends, baseball references, happy teachers enjoying the sunlight and an abundance of smiling eyes. The groundbreaking of Network’s new facility at 1500 International Parkway in Richardson was a veritable spotlight so bright that the shadows slunk away in shame. In our shining city on the hill, we are blessed to have those who can, provide and those that need, to receive. Network’s partnership with RISD and the City portends that many more lives will be positively affected in the future. As always, services will continue to be delivered with an emphasis on the dignity of the individual. The City is still digesting the (over 1000!) survey results regarding Prairie Creek Park but is hoping that increasing vaccinations will result in some combination of in person/virtual focus group participation and we are hoping for it to occur in May. They have already experimented with reducing the Park traffic by limiting the wildflower plantings to approximately one third the amount as compared to last year. 20

It is again local election time. Please remember that your CCHOA does not endorse candidates and if you see mine or another Board Member listed on a candidate website or printed material, it is merely a personal endorsement that doesn’t speak for the HOA or the neighborhood. If you run into a candidate, regardless of whether your support them or their opponent, please tip your cap and thank them for working hard to make Richardson and RISD an even better place to live our lives and educate our children. If you drive on Renner Road recently, you will notice that the burgeoning TI chip fabrication facility is in full swing. They also continue to invest in us with the recent median upgrades on the street. They have been a great neighbor and partner over the decades and remember that this facility will provide great jobs that our kiddos and grandchildren won’t have to leave the area to find. If you are one of the decreasing percentage of those neighbors who are not yet members, please join us at https://canyoncreekhomeowners.com/membership/ for a wonderous quantity of features and benefits for the sum of $15/year, $50/year with a Flag Subscription. Uniformed Boy Scouts hoisting Old Glory high is a sight stirring to the Soul. Also, if you have been affected by the loss of a loved one by Covid, you are in our prayers. If you have been financially impacted, our offer of a free membership and f lag subscription still stands. We are in this together and your email requesting this complimentary service directed to the above address will be kept confidential. Let’s live with a feral enthusiasm and may your 2021 overflow with unexpected beauty, happiness and untamed, unalloyed joy!

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CITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS City Council Election will be held May 1.

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The ballot will read as follows: • Council Member, Place 1- Bob Dubey • Council Member, Place 2- Jennifer Justice • Council Member, Place 3- Janet DePuy • Council Member, Place 4- Kyle Kepner & Joe Corcoran • Council Member, Place 5- Ken Hutchenrider • Council Member, Place 6- Daniel Burdette, Marilyn Frederick, & Arefin Shamsul • Mayor (Place 7) – Paul Voelker To register to vote in time for the election, residents must submit their voter registration application to the Voter Registrar of the county in which they reside by April 1. Early voting begins April 19 and runs through April 27. Richardson voters of Collin or Dallas Country may vote early at any of their respective County polling location. City Hall is serving as an early as an early voting and Election Day voting for Dallas and Collin County.

2020-2021 CCHOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS President:

WARREN CALDWELL warren@homesnorthtexas.com

2014 Sandy Trail 972-814-0400

Past President:

JEREMY THOMASON Jeremy.j.thomason@gmail.com

3301 Canyon Creek Drive 469-975-6074

President Elect

MONICA SCOTT Monica.scott@outlook.com

2311 Clear Lake Circle 214-912-8628

Secretary:

JEFF WOLFE 316 Meadowlark Drive jeff@dallasduo.com 972-342-8799

Treasurer: RICHARD LUTTRELL 1106 Timberview Lane Richard56Luttrell@yahoo.com 469-525-6018 Director: Membership/Flags

JAY DALEHITE jaydalehite@aol.com

315 Meadowlark Drive 214-356-1087

Director: Community Relations

CHIP PRATT chip.pratt@nokia.co

2700 Prairie Creek Drive W. 214-663-1999

Director: Beautification

KERRY GAINES 2113 Flat Creek Drive kerryLgaines@gmail.com 214-675-1849

Director: Events

SUSAN KASSEN 2431 Fairway Drive susan.kassen@gmail.com 214-957-1175

Director: Crime Watch

SHARON ODELL sharon@the-odells.com

431 Pleasant Valley Lane 972-234-1387

Director: Communications

SHELLEY HICKS ouhicks@gmail.com

2212 Sutton Place 972-977-1313

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WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING FOR THESE CATEGORIES: 1. CRIME WATCH 2. FLAG PROGRAM HELP 3. EVENTS 4. YARD OF THE MONTH 5. BLOCK CAPTAIN 6. BEGONIA SALE 7. BEAUTIFICATION 8. COMMUNICATIONS

Please go to this website for the form: www. canyoncreekhomeowners.com/volunteer-sign-up/ To sign up, click on all that applies.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Ryan Miles

sr. loan officer nmls: 184358

469-737-5710 r yan.miles@primelending.com canyoncreekhomeloans.com All loans subject to credit approval. Rates & fees subject to change. ©2021 PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company. NMLS: 13649 Equal Housing Lender. PrimeLending is a wholly owned subsidiary of a statechartered bank and is an exempt lender in TX. V010918

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Community News

Summary of City’s

Winter Storm Response

Highest number of gallons of water used by Richardson in one day during the event:

Total Fire Department service calls:

gallons per day for this time of the year.

with daily calls Feb 15-16 far exceeding the number of calls received the first 48 hours of the 2019 tornado event.

32 million

Highest number of Richardson homes/facilities/ businesses experiencing electrical outages at any one time during the event:

752

17, 493

Total number of water main breaks responded to by Public Service:

Number of water shutoffs performed by Public Services and Richardson Fire combined:

Number of warning centers established in Richardson:

878

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Canyon Creek Allstate Insurance

Where is my water meter? How do I turn it off?

This may be a month or two late but going forward, I recommend that you learn where the meter is and how to turn it off.

First, you want to purchase a key and T-bar that looks like this.

To pull off the top, locate the key on the top of the handle. Insert, twist, and pull up. You will then see something similar to this.

Then you want to place it where you can find it easily on the way out the door or outside behind a bush.

Locate your water meter box which should be close to the road. It looks like this or maybe this.

Using the T-bar, place the notch over the knob with the arrow. Turn the knob to the right. When the holes align, the water should be turned off. If you have a leak, do this asap and then call a plumber.

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Shady's

In The Kitchen

Spring has Sprung! Enjoy getting back outside with these great cocktails. You can also watch Mike’s Mixology and how to make these on YouTube at Mike’s Mixology. Go and subscribe now.

Whiskey Mule

Pour 3ozs of Buffalo Trace (Whiskey) and 3/4 oz of agave syrup in a shaker with ice. Pour into a collins glass with Big Ice and top off with Ginger Beer and a squirt of lemon juice. Top it with candy ginger!

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Paloma

Take 3 ozs of your favorite tequila, 1 oz of 43 Liquer, 2 ozs of lime juice and top with Grapefruit juice. Pour over ice, mix and garnish with a lime. Photo Courtesy of Shutterstock

Irish Coffee

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half cup of coffee, 2ozs of Irish Whiskey, 2ozs of Baileys, and top with Whipped Cream. GREAT morning drink!

Irish Car Bomb Pour a Guiness Stout into a beer mug about 2/3’s full. In a shot glass, do a half shot of Irish Whiskey (Bushmills) and half shot of Baileys. Drop the shot glass into the glass and start chugging! 28

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