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STEINER<br />

M O N T H L Y<br />

COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER APRIL 2024<br />

Association Management<br />

12550 Country Trails Lane<br />

Austin, Texas 78732<br />

(512) 266-7553<br />

(210) 485-4088<br />

Steiner@alamomg.com<br />

Executive Director<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

Assisting Managers<br />

Addie Higgins<br />

Sequra Levise


STEINER RANCH MA<br />

2024 ANNUAL MEETING<br />

Apr 17, 2024<br />

6:00 PM<br />

TOWNE SQUARE COMMUNITY CENTER<br />

12550 COUNTRY TRAILS LANE<br />

AUSTIN, TEXAS 78732


Steiner Ranch Master Association, Inc.<br />

FURTHER EXPLANATION OF FOREGOING ELECTION<br />

AT ANNUAL MEETING<br />

Dear <strong>SRMA</strong> Homeowners,<br />

It has been brought to the attention of management that there has been concern over not having an<br />

election at this year’s Annual Meeting of the Membership. Prior to sending out the Annual Meeting<br />

Notice, there was a Candidate Solicitation period open for ten days. During that time, the Solicitation<br />

was emailed to residents several times. Unfortunately, there were no candidate submissions from any<br />

interested parties prior to the deadline date.<br />

Per the <strong>SRMA</strong> Bylaws, any Member interested in being considered for election to the Board must submit<br />

their interest and nomination by the nomination deadline date, set by the Board. In this case, that date<br />

was Monday, March 25th, 2024.<br />

Since no candidate nominations were received, I conferred with Association counsel on how to proceed.<br />

It was confirmed that with no nominations, there would not be an election as the Bylaws required<br />

nominations to be received by the deadline date and the Bylaws also o not provide for nominations to<br />

be taken from the floor of the meeting. The Board may also operate with five (5) seats.<br />

Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

Executive Director –<strong>SRMA</strong>


PLEASE welcome the new treasurer for the<br />

Steiner Ranch Master Association<br />

Tom<br />

Berta<br />

Did you Know ?<br />

You can dispose of bulk items, appliances, construction<br />

material, large brush, and other items at the TDS Bee Cave<br />

Transfer Station!<br />

For more information, visit:<br />

https://www.texasdisposal.com/gate-rates/


Community Announcement<br />

Dear Steiner Ranch Residents,<br />

The Amenity Center parking lots at Towne Square and Bella Mar<br />

will be undergoing asphalt seal coating and striping on Thursday<br />

and Friday, <strong>April</strong> 18 & 19, 2024.<br />

Please note that these repairs will impact traffic at both Amenity<br />

Centers for these TWO days as the parking lots will need to be<br />

closed in order to complete the repairs.<br />

Should you have any questions, please contact the Management<br />

Office at Steiner@alamomg.com or at 512-266-7553.<br />

!CAUTION!<br />

PROGRESS BEING MADE<br />

Project<br />

Planning<br />

Project<br />

Management<br />

Feedback<br />

Response<br />

Project<br />

Completion<br />

Pool Replaster<br />

Asphalt<br />

Community Clean!<br />

Fences, Fences<br />

The Bella Mar leisure<br />

and kiddie pools have<br />

been replasterd , and<br />

will be reopening soon.<br />

The Lap Pool Will<br />

Remain Open During<br />

This Project.<br />

Both the Towne Square<br />

and Bella Mar Parking<br />

Lots will have asphalt<br />

repairs, crack fill, seal<br />

coating and restriping<br />

completed in March.<br />

As we prepare for Spring,<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong> is doing some Spring<br />

cleaning!<br />

The community<br />

monuments and amenity<br />

centers will be power<br />

washed this month.<br />

The Lake Club and<br />

Bellagio Estates will<br />

have fencing projects<br />

completed in March.<br />

Lake Club fencing will<br />

be repaired while<br />

Bellagio will have new<br />

fencing installed.


Please Be Advised:<br />

MAJESTIC OAKS AND Westridge Park<br />

Playgrounds will be closed for<br />

EXTENSIVE maintenance until<br />

Further Notice<br />

Get excited!<br />

the new Towne Square Playground is open!<br />

The playground opened on <strong>April</strong> 5th, 2024 at 4:00 PM with a ribbon<br />

ceremony held by three of the 5 current Board Members and was<br />

attended by about 25 Steiner Ranch youth.


STEINER RANCH MA<br />

TENNIS - PICKLEBALL<br />

TOWN HALL<br />

Apr 17, 2024<br />

5:00 PM<br />

TOWNE SQUARE COMMUNITY CENTER<br />

12550 COUNTRY TRAILS LANE<br />

AUSTIN, TEXAS 78732<br />

If you are interested in the tennis-pickleball<br />

discussion within <strong>SRMA</strong> and our limited court space,<br />

show up and have your voice heard!


Summer camp 2024<br />

Steiner Ranch Town Square Community Ctr<br />

Crazy Action Contraption Lego Robotics<br />

May 27th to May 30th | 9 - 12 pm<br />

Class size: 16 | Fee: $245.00<br />

LEARN how things work with<br />

hands-on activities.<br />

BUILD with Lego technic power<br />

function elements.<br />

GROW basic engineering and design<br />

concepts.<br />

BATTLE your bots with other teams.<br />

EXPLORE your imagination and<br />

creativity.<br />

PRACTICE problem-solving and<br />

teamwork.<br />

To Register:<br />

Visit RoboticsAcademy.com<br />

Half Day<br />

Camps<br />

(7-10 yrs)<br />

After School & Seasonal Camps A u s t i n S t e i n e r R a n c h<br />

Call: (512) 743-5155|(512) 542-1512<br />

Email: RoboticsAcademyAustin@gmail.com<br />

Steiner Ranch children’s<br />

Spanish immersion summer<br />

camp<br />

May27-31,2024 9:00-4:00<br />

Towne Square Community Center<br />

Teacher: Theresa Osborn, Teacher with 16 years of experience as a Spanish teacher and bilingual<br />

education elementary teacher and instructional coach<br />

Theresa is currently an elementary Spanish teacher in one of the Leander ISD elementary schools in<br />

the Vandegrift High School feeder pattern.<br />

The best way for children to learn another language is through immersion. “Campamento de<br />

Español” combines all the benefits and fun of a typical summer camp program with a fabulous,<br />

fun immersion experience in the Spanish language.<br />

This program is a wonderful opportunity for your child to spend his or her days in a Spanish<br />

speaking environment. Sra. Theresa Osborn will immerse the children in the Spanish language<br />

through a non-intimidating, yet challenging “Spanish only” setting.<br />

Meaningful Spanish Language Experiences<br />

My goal is to provide your child with meaningful Spanish language experiences in a fun-filled<br />

Spanish setting. Children with no language proficiency or previous exposure, as well as the<br />

student who wants to improve his or her Spanish skills during the summer are welcome.<br />

Students will experience the structure and sound of the Spanish language while participating in:<br />

Virtual field trips to Latin American and Spain<br />

• Arts & Crafts • Music & Drama • Storytelling • Interactive games • Cultural<br />

activities • Outdoor time • Snack-tivities • And More!<br />

El Viaje Fantástico (the fantastic or fantasy trip)<br />

Your child will be immersed in an exciting world where he or she will speak the language while<br />

learning about the cultures of different Spanish speaking countries through our “Viaje Fantástico”<br />

theme! Your child will be transported to Spanish speaking countries by combining culture, stories,<br />

children’s music in Spanish and other fun activities.<br />

The teacher will create a vivid, living connection between the children and the Spanish language.<br />

Campers Ages 5 -11, FULL-DAY will visit Argentina, Costa Rica, Peru and Ecuador without<br />

leaving the classroom. During our journeys we will learn about local culture, children’s activities,<br />

music, dance, nature and wildlife and holidays.Cost: $295 per child for 5 full days<br />

Contact:(512)710-6050(businesscellforTheresa) theresastutoring@yahoo.com<br />

May 27th -31th<br />

1:00pm -4:00pm<br />

at Towne Square<br />

Community Center<br />

Cook your way around the<br />

world in our globally inspired<br />

cooking camp! In this<br />

delicious camp, young chefs<br />

will cook recipes from<br />

countries all around the<br />

world and explore food<br />

history, customs, geography,<br />

and languages.<br />

2024 SUMMER CAMPS<br />

at Steiner Ranch<br />

sign up<br />

HERE<br />

INTERACTIVE ENGAGING 100% NUT FREE ALLERGY INCLUSIVE<br />

www.StickyFingersCooking.com<br />

Private Camps available. CONTACT US<br />

austintx@stickyfingerscooking.com


Steiner Ranch Master Association, Inc.<br />

SOLICITATION OF CANDIDATES FOR NOMINATION TO<br />

THE ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE<br />

Dear Valued Homeowner,<br />

This is a call to serve the community on the Architectural Control Committee for the Steiner Ranch<br />

Master Association, Inc. We are looking for three(3)members interested in serving on the Committee.<br />

These positions will be appointed by the Board to fill the recent vacancies on the Committee.<br />

The Committee fulfills an important role for <strong>SRMA</strong> by evaluating homeowner project submittals for<br />

completeness and compliance with the <strong>SRMA</strong> Community Guidelines and Governing Documents. This<br />

ensures that desired improvements will not violate community rules, restrictions and/or regulations<br />

while also ensuring that any allowed improvement will remain harmonious and within the character of<br />

the aesthetics of Steiner Ranch.<br />

Individuals with a background in construction, home building, architecture, engineering, design and/or<br />

landscaping are encouraged to apply.<br />

If you are interested in joining the Architectural Control Committee, please complete the Candidate<br />

Profile Form accessible by the boldened link and return it to Management. You may scan and email the<br />

form to Steiner@alamomg.com or bring the completed form into our office located at 12550 Country<br />

Trails Lane, Austin, Texas 78732.<br />

Please be advised that your answers will be reviewed by the Board. They are most interested in why you<br />

are interested in serving and why they should appoint you to the Committee.<br />

We thank you for your interest in serving the Association. Please contact our office if you have any<br />

questions or would like clarification on the selection process.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

Executive Director –<strong>SRMA</strong><br />

ACC Committee Application


Texas oak wilt and how to prevent it!<br />

Oak wilt, one of the most destructive tree diseases in the United States, is killing oak<br />

trees in central Texas at epidemic proportions. Oak wilt is an infectious disease caused<br />

by the fungus Bretziella fagacearum, which invades and disables the water-conducting<br />

system (xylem) in oaks.<br />

Prevent New Infections!<br />

Remove and dispose of oak wilt-infected red oaks immediately.<br />

Avoid wounding oak trees, including pruning, from February through June.<br />

Paint all wounds and fresh stumps immediately regardless of season.<br />

Red oak wood that is suspected of infection should not be stored.<br />

For more information, please visit: texasoakwilt.org.


K I D V E N T U R E . C O M<br />

Kidventure’s<br />

CAMP STEINER<br />

S U M M E R D A Y C A M P 2 0 2 4<br />

KIDVE<br />

NTURE SINCE<br />

1994<br />

JUNE 3-AUG. 9<br />

30 YEARS OF<br />

V<br />

THE K<br />

WAY<br />

EXPLORERS: ENTERING 1ST-5TH GRADE


The History of Steiner Ranch<br />

Prior to the 1980s, the Steiner Ranch peninsula was a<br />

working cattle ranch, owned and operated by Buck Steiner<br />

and his family. After the land sold in the mid-80’s, the new<br />

owners created a habitat conservation plan (HCP) that<br />

allowed them to clear endangered species habitat needed<br />

to develop the subdivision.<br />

The developers obtained a permit for the HCP from the US<br />

Fish and Wildlife Service that allowed the “incidental take”<br />

of endangered species habitat and placed a conservation<br />

easement over 819 acres as mitigation. The easement was<br />

donated to Travis County for management and dedicated<br />

to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve.<br />

Today, the conservation easement protects many of<br />

the woodlands that surround the community while<br />

providing residents with natural settings, scenic vistas,<br />

and access to hiking trails. The preserves are habitat for<br />

a diverse variety of wildlife, including the endangered<br />

golden-cheeked warbler.<br />

The Steiner Ranch Master Association, Steiner Ranch<br />

Residential Owners Association, and UT Golf Club<br />

Community HOA own the underlying interest in the lands<br />

within the conservation easement, as well as additional<br />

open spaces that adjoin preserves and residences.<br />

Mature juniper-oak<br />

woodlands are essential to<br />

the federally endangered<br />

golden-cheeked warbler<br />

and many other species.<br />

The golden-cheeked warbler is one of the endangered species the<br />

BCP was created to protect. It’s the only bird that nests<br />

exclusively in Texas, so every one is a native Texan.<br />

Contacts<br />

Mailing Address:<br />

Travis County TNR<br />

BCP Field Office–Nootsie<br />

PO Box 1742<br />

Austin, Texas 78767-1748<br />

Land management issues or<br />

non-emergency concerns:<br />

BCPlandmanagers@traviscountytx.gov<br />

Emergencies or currently in-progress<br />

illegal activities on the BCP:<br />

Call 911<br />

Guided Hikes & Volunteering:<br />

Connect with Us!<br />

traviscountybcp<br />

@bcp_traviscounty<br />

bcpfriends<br />

Note on Wildfire Risk: Wildfire experts who studied fire behavior in<br />

local conditions found the best way to reduce a wildfire from starting<br />

in the mature, juniper-oak woodlands of the BCP is to maintain a<br />

closed forest canopy. This prevents the growth of high-ignition fuels,<br />

like grasses.<br />

Contrary to popular myths, wildfires are less likely to ignite in juniperoak<br />

forests than in clearings, where sunlight stimulates the growth of<br />

grasses and other fine fuels.<br />

The best technique for preventing wildfire in preserves is to remove<br />

dried, woody debris, fine fuels, and low tree branches, known as<br />

“ladder fuels,” while keeping the canopy closed along preserve<br />

boundaries.<br />

The greatest risk to homes during a wildfire is from<br />

embers and the best way to protect from embers is<br />

to create defensible space or “hardening” your home.<br />

For more info, scan this QR code and scroll down to<br />

“Reducing Wildfire Risk.”<br />

Steiner Ranch and the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve<br />

Travis County, Texas<br />

About the Balcones Canyonlands<br />

Preserve (BCP)<br />

The BCP was created through a community-based effort to protect<br />

endangered species habitat while facilitating development in<br />

western Travis County. It was established in 1996 through a<br />

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service-approved Balcones Canyonlands<br />

Conservation Plan developed by Travis County and the City of<br />

Austin. This plan provides a streamlined process for developers to<br />

mitigate the removal of endangered species habitat in exchange<br />

BCP Land Manager:<br />

Travis County (Steiner Ranch) Travis County City of Austin<br />

for permanently protecting more than 30,000 acres of habitat<br />

for the endangered golden-cheeked warbler, formerly endganger<br />

black-capped vireo, six endangered karst arthropods, and 27 species<br />

of concern. Many partners protect and manage the BCP, including<br />

Travis County, City of Austin, City of Sunset Valley,<br />

Lower Colorado River Authority, The Nature<br />

Conservancy, Travis Audubon Society, and private<br />

landowners. To find out more about the BCP,<br />

please scan this QR.<br />

What Can Residents Do<br />

General Rules: Residents of Steiner Ranch can do their part to protect<br />

the integrity of the preserve by following rules posted at trailheads<br />

and as identified below. Steiner Ranch has several greenspaces,<br />

and not all greenspaces are necessarily part of BCP. Refer to the map<br />

at traviscountytx.gov/bcpmap to determine if your residence<br />

abuts the BCP.<br />

Vegetation clearing – No vegetation may be cut on the<br />

BCP. If there is an issue (e.g., there is a fallen tree or limb<br />

from the BCP onto private property), please contact Travis<br />

County Natural Resources staff for assistance. Please note<br />

that tree removal opens the tree canopy and promotes the<br />

growth of grasses, which are more easily ignited than live<br />

trees and increase wildfire risk. See note on wildfire risk on<br />

back panel.<br />

Dumping – Dumping yard trimmings, building materials,<br />

or other trash onto the BCP is prohibited. Hitting golf<br />

balls onto the preserve is considered dumping. Piles of<br />

dead brush and grass increase wildfire risk by adding fuel<br />

within the wildland-urban interface. It is the home owner’s<br />

responsibility to ensure their landscape contractors are<br />

not accessing or dumping landscaping materials onto<br />

the BCP.<br />

Fencing – All lots adjoining the BCP are required to be<br />

fenced with no gates into the preserve. Existing<br />

back-of-lot gates must be locked or welded closed.<br />

Access – BCP access is only allowed through authorized<br />

trailheads. Please stay on designated trails at all times<br />

and follow the posted rules. Off-trail use is not permitted.<br />

Steiner Ranch trail maps can be found on the Steiner<br />

Ranch Master Association’s website under the tab:<br />

Amenities and then Trails. The three BCP trails at Steiner<br />

Ranch are J-Canyon, Powerline Hill, and Eastridge Trail.<br />

Dogs – Dogs are permitted on trails but must be leashed<br />

and in the owner’s control at all times.<br />

At home: The BCP and other greenspaces are part of what makes<br />

Steiner Ranch special. They provide a wealth of benefits, including<br />

temperature and erosion control, improved mental wellness, water<br />

regulation, and air quality protection. You can do your part and help<br />

protect this unique treasure by:<br />

Using only native or locally adapted plants in landscaping<br />

to prevent the spread of invasive plants onto the BCP.<br />

Reducing or eliminating the use of pesticides and<br />

insecticides as they kill both target and non-target<br />

animals indiscriminately.<br />

Never feeding wildlife or pets outside because it may<br />

attract nuisance species, such as raccoons, coyotes,<br />

skunks, etc. Always keep cats indoors for their protection<br />

and for bird conservation.<br />

Turning off outside spotlights and floodlights at night<br />

and practicing dark skies friendly practices (idatexas.org).<br />

Lights pointed into the BCP is prohibited.<br />

Never discharging pool water into the BCP, as the<br />

discharge contains pollutants such as chlorine, acid,<br />

chlorides, and other chemicals that can damage the<br />

preserve and kill wildlife.<br />

Practice “Leave No Trace” principles to minimize your<br />

impact on nature by planning ahead, leaving what you<br />

find, disposing of waste properly, respecting wildlife,<br />

and being considerate of others.


T h e S t a t e o f S t e i n e r<br />

From the Board President to You<br />

Happy Spring!<br />

The Towne Square playground is open and bustling with happy<br />

kiddos. The playgrounds at Majestic Oaks pocket park and<br />

Westridge Park underwent safety inspections. The results<br />

indicated that both playgrounds are not safe for use, so they<br />

have been closed. Please do not fret, plans for replacements<br />

are underway and we will keep everyone posted as<br />

developments are made.<br />

The splash pool and baby pool at Bella Mar were resurfaced<br />

and are ready for use once all of the pools are open in a few<br />

short weeks. We are looking forward to a very enjoyable<br />

swimming season. Our lifeguards will begin work Memorial Day<br />

weekend and be present each weekend all summerlong.<br />

Please check the schedule for home meets for our resident<br />

swim team, the Steiner Stars. Their swim meets are a lot of fun<br />

and a great way to spend time with other families and friends.<br />

The kids would love your support.<br />

Both Towne Square and Bella Mar parking lots will also be<br />

undergoing repairs and improvements. The lots have<br />

undergone repairs and will soon be seal coated later this<br />

month. New lines and striping will be done as well. Please refer<br />

to the calendar on our website for closures and updates. Emails<br />

will also be sent out as reminders.


And the good news we’ve all been waiting for…our landscaping<br />

project is in full swing. The board is now reviewing designs and<br />

we are hoping to get planting this month. We will be starting<br />

with our front entrances and make our way to the monuments.<br />

Our annual Concert in the Park will take place on May 18th. For<br />

years, our residents have expressed concern about excessive<br />

heat hampering the event. The board is trying a different<br />

approach to accommodate and hoping for a mild sunny day.<br />

There will be live music, food, and fun. Included is Steiner<br />

Ranch’s very first talent show! We will kick off our concert with<br />

our annual senior parade. This year we are including our<br />

younger graduates from Kindergarten, 5th grade, and 8th<br />

grade. They will do a walk along part of the parade route<br />

before our high school seniors get in their cars and cruise the<br />

streets. Sign-ups will be available soon. For seniors, we will ask<br />

you to provide the name of the university you will be attending<br />

as we have a little extra special tribute for y’all.<br />

Please visit www.hellosteinerranch.com to sign up to showcase<br />

your talents. Our Father-Daughter dance: Paris Under The Stars<br />

is <strong>April</strong> 27th. Tickets can be purchased at the website above.<br />

The Mother-Son Night Out will be on May 11th.<br />

Please attend our annual board meeting <strong>April</strong> 17th as the board<br />

will present a review of 2023, our vision for 2024, and answer<br />

questions.<br />

Please make sure to read next month’s newsletter that will<br />

revolve around wildfire mitigation and preparedness. There will<br />

also be news about the evacuation procedures.<br />

Hopefully <strong>April</strong> will provide lots of rain and sunshine.<br />

board@steinerranchhoa.org<br />

Amy Yukich


Meet your<br />

management staff<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

Director of Lifestyle Management - Steiner Ranch<br />

With 6 + years of experience in community & facilities management,<br />

Zachary’s innovative and proactive management approach has<br />

already provided a substantial impact to <strong>SRMA</strong>.<br />

Addie Higgins<br />

Assisting Community Manager - Steiner Ranch<br />

A rising star in the field, Addie has adapted to fulfill the critical position<br />

of Assistant Community Manager and assists with the ACC process in it’s<br />

entirety.<br />

zdulevitz@alamomg.com<br />

ahiggins@alamomg.com<br />

Vance Lewis<br />

Director of Operations - Steiner Ranch<br />

vlewis@alamomg.com<br />

Pivotal and clutch at all the right times, Vance has quickly become a<br />

solidified member of the team and assists Zach in the maintenance &<br />

facilities management realm.<br />

Sequra Levise<br />

Assisting Community Manager- Steiner Ranch<br />

slevise@alamomg.com<br />

Brought on to assist with phone and walk-in traffic, Sequra has<br />

earned her place and gives life to the front office operations for<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong>. She is delightful and an expert in her role.<br />

Michael Wright<br />

Maintenance Assistant I - Steiner Ranch<br />

mwright@alamomg.com<br />

Michael is the newest addition to the <strong>SRMA</strong> team, serving in a critical<br />

maintenance role assisting Vance and Zachary keep things running<br />

and maintained.


<strong>SRMA</strong> Community Update<br />

A NOTE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR<br />

I hope this communication finds everyone happy, healthy, and having enjoyed the<br />

exceptional Bluebonnets and wildflowers this Spring! I also hope we are all ready for<br />

<strong>April</strong> showers and even more flowers in May!<br />

This month’s update on community management has to do with spring cleaning,<br />

enhancements, and continued maintenance of the Association. Our request of the<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong> Membership is that you partner with us and do the same around your home.<br />

Together, we will keep <strong>SRMA</strong> truly vibrant!<br />

Violation compliance drives are in full swing as we come out of Winter and into Spring.<br />

Please take a look at your property and address maintenance items such as painting<br />

trim, staining/painting of fences, and removal of any unsightly articles that may be on<br />

the lot.<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong> Management and the Board absolutely understand that we are in Stage 2 Water<br />

Restrictions under WCID-17. With that in mind, we are asking residents to address<br />

landscaping specifically by pruning dead foliage off of shrubs, ornamental grasses,<br />

trees and removing landscaping that may be dead altogether. We also request that<br />

residents and tenants keep within the aesthetic and character of <strong>SRMA</strong> and keep<br />

lawns mowed, trimmed, and lawns and landscape beds weed free.<br />

We also ask that you be mindful of power washing limestone, stone, brick, stucco,<br />

driveways and sidewalks, when necessary and within the guidelines of the water<br />

restrictions.<br />

It is important to again mention as a reminder that any project you wish to undertake<br />

on the outside of your home or on your lot (Front Yard, Back Yard, or Side Yard) is<br />

required by the Community Declarations to be approved by the Association<br />

Architectural Control Committee prior to being done. Please call or email us in the<br />

office to learn about the process if you need any help.<br />

In case you missed it, the March Board Meeting was held on March 20th at 7:30 PM at<br />

Towne Square. We had 7 homeowners in attendance in-person and none in<br />

attendance by Zoom. We highly encourage everyone to attend these meetings<br />

however you can as it really will help keep you informed about many things going on<br />

in the community!<br />

At the Board Meeting, updates on the many projects happening around <strong>SRMA</strong> were<br />

given. We were happy to announce in March that the Bella Mar Leisure and Tot Pools’<br />

replaster was completed as was the Towne Square Playground installation and the<br />

crack fill portion of the asphalt repairs at both of those amenity centers.<br />

Please make special note that on <strong>April</strong> 18th and 19th, both the Towne Square and Bella<br />

Mar Amenity Center Parking Lots will be closed all day for seal coating and striping<br />

work. The extended closure periods are to allow the seal coat material to cure properly<br />

before we allow traffic on the roadway surface once again.


Elsewhere in the Association, all of the entry gates at the gated neighborhoods have<br />

gone through their quarterly maintenance schedules, and all of the Association<br />

playgrounds have been inspected.<br />

The playground inspections unfortunately found that the West Ridge and Majestic<br />

Oaks Playgrounds would need to be closed until further notice. The Board is looking at<br />

replacing these playgrounds and is coordinating with the <strong>SRMA</strong> Parks & Rec<br />

Committee to create master park plans for the future - this is an exciting time to live in<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong>!<br />

With Spring in full swing, we are auditing areas that need to be painted and stained<br />

and you will soon see that work going on. We are aiming at painting all of the<br />

subdivision gates, amenity center wrought iron fencing, hand rails, and more! You will<br />

see staining work going on at some of the mail kiosks and the sign “pergolas” on<br />

Quinlan and around <strong>SRMA</strong> soon as well.<br />

Tree trimming has ceased for the rest of the Spring and for Summer until Oak Wilt<br />

Season and the Golden Cheeked Warbler and Black Cap Vireo nesting seasons are<br />

over. We will still be proactive in having brush and fire fuels picked up and disposed of<br />

in common areas like the Right Of Ways along Steiner Ranch Blvd and Flat Top Ranch<br />

Rd, while we also continue to address any missed storm damage and hazard branch<br />

trimming needed in areas such as the medians on the main thoroughfares, in pocket<br />

parks, and at the main parks and amenity centers.<br />

As I mentioned last month, plumbing, electrical repairs and maintenance are a<br />

constant ongoing endeavor. Three new dog stations were installed at Las Brisas,<br />

Majestic Oaks, and on on Quinlan Park between the Bluffs’ gates. Masonry repairs at<br />

Bella Mar will be happening soon, and you may have noticed that new trashcan<br />

enclosures have been installed all around Towne Square. Street signage, stop signs,<br />

speed limit signs and monument and neighborhood lighting continues to be audited<br />

monthly. Austin Energy has fixed the street lights on QPR that have been out for quite<br />

some time and also replaced a streetlight that was removed last <strong>April</strong> due to vehicle<br />

accidents both on QPR and at the Bella Mar roundabout.<br />

The Board continues work on updating the Residential Design Guidelines in relation to<br />

Architectural requests and in reviewing and updating the Association Governing<br />

Documents (think Bylaws, Declarations, and Policies) as well.<br />

There is so much else in the works and being done that it’s impossible to list it all here.<br />

If you have any questions or would like to know more, please feel free to visit me in the<br />

office at Towne Square.<br />

Lastly, I want to again thank all of you for being the best part of this community. It is<br />

you, our residents, that make this job so rewarding and it is our goal to continue to<br />

keep <strong>SRMA</strong> a first-class community and a joy to call home.<br />

Thank you, Steiner Ranch,<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

Executive Director - <strong>SRMA</strong>


Last Tues of the month<br />

7:30 PM<br />

INterested in<br />

any<br />

programs?<br />

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individuals aged 55 and up.<br />

Join us for a diverse range of activities designed for fun, friendship, and connection. Our activities<br />

include Book Club, Canasta, Mexican Train and may other games, Biking, Walking Club, Ladies<br />

Lunching Out, Happy Hours & Wine Socials, Men’s Lunch, Coffee Gatherings, and Pickleball. No need<br />

to worry about being new- we’ve all been there and understand the importance of making<br />

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TENNIS RESERVATIONS<br />

Tennis Court Reservations may be<br />

made through YourCourts.com!<br />

If you are interested in reserving a<br />

court, please head over to<br />

YourCourts.com, create a profile and<br />

start making your reservation<br />

requests!<br />

YourCourts.com<br />

www.amghoa.com<br />

Steiner@alamomg.com<br />

I M P O R T A N T<br />

N U M B E R S<br />

ALL OF THE NUMBERS YOU NEED TO<br />

HAVE...RIGHT AT YOUR FINGERTIPS<br />

TRAVIS COUNTY<br />

SHERIFF'S<br />

OFFICE<br />

LAKE TRAVIS<br />

FIRE RESCUE<br />

AUSTIN ENERGY<br />

WCID 17<br />

STEINER RANCH<br />

MASTER ASSOC.<br />

ALAMO<br />

MGMT<br />

GROUP<br />

EMERGENCY 911<br />

NON-EMERGENCY 512-854-<br />

9728<br />

EMERGENCY 911<br />

NON-EMERGENCY 512-266-<br />

2533<br />

CUSTOMER<br />

SERVICE<br />

512-494-9400<br />

CUSTOMER<br />

SERVICE<br />

512-266-1111<br />

TOWNE SQUARE<br />

OFFICE<br />

512-266-7553<br />

CUSTOMER<br />

SERVICE<br />

210-485-4088<br />

LEANDER ISD<br />

PHONE: 512-570-0000<br />

FAX: 512-570-0054


RESERVATION STATION<br />

Steiner Ranch Amenities are the hottest ticket in the Four Points Area! As such, it's<br />

important to know what facilities are available to you for use, and of course how to<br />

reserve them.<br />

To make a reservation, you can drop by the office to fill out the form, or you can locate it<br />

conveniently on your AMG Homeowner Portal! Once completed, please email to<br />

steiner@alamomg.com or drop it off with us. You will be required to drop off both your<br />

reservation fee and deposit, both payable to <strong>SRMA</strong> in the form of check or money order,<br />

at the Towne Square Office in order for your reservation to be finalized.<br />

01<br />

Towne Square Community Center<br />

Towne Square boasts the Community Room, the Pavilion, and the Athletic<br />

Fields for rental. Perfect for a variety of functions, events and activities this one<br />

goes fast on the books!<br />

CC: $70/hr Dep 300 / Pav $50/hr Dep 150 / CC & Pav $120/hr Dep $300<br />

02<br />

Bella Mar Community Center<br />

Like Towne Square, Bella Mar has a Pavilion, Athletic Fields and a smaller<br />

Community Room, suitable for meetings or classroom environments. This<br />

amenity goes just as fast as Towne Square!<br />

CC: $50/hr Dep 300/ Pav $50/hr Dep $150 / CC & Pav $100/hr Dep $300<br />

03<br />

<strong>SRMA</strong> Lake Club<br />

The Lake Club is available for rental in half-day or all day increments and is the<br />

perfect backdrop for a wedding by the water, or for a cool down with family<br />

and friends.<br />

$50/hr . - deposit $150<br />

04<br />

05<br />

John Simpson Pavilion<br />

With a playground, picnic tables, and a pool on site, the John Simpson<br />

Pavilion is a great spot to celebrate a birthday or family get-together!<br />

www.https://www.townsq.io/ or email Jhanell.sorenson@goodwintx.com<br />

Westridge Park<br />

The athletic fields at Westridge Park are always a great space<br />

to play baseball, football, soccer, or so many other things.<br />

$25/6 Hrs. $50/Day<br />

Click or Scan QR for Reservation Form


ACC REQUEST<br />

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION<br />

REQUIRED FORMS<br />

Copy of survey - with project<br />

highlighted or outlined (If not<br />

highlighted or outlined, your<br />

project could be delayed or<br />

rejected).<br />

Project Information<br />

(materials, dimensions and<br />

colors).<br />

A detailed explanation of the<br />

project.<br />

Existing and new images of the<br />

home improvement.<br />

DCCR's<br />

Please Review your DCCR's<br />

on your portal for all<br />

restrictions regarding<br />

home improvements.<br />

Setback lines<br />

Projects planned<br />

outside of setback lines<br />

will not be approved.<br />

Set Back Lines are marked<br />

on your survey. Please<br />

keep projects within<br />

these lines as you are not<br />

able to build outside of<br />

them.<br />

www.alamomanagementgroup.com<br />

STEINER RANCH MA<br />

KEEP OUR<br />

COMMUNITY CLEAN<br />

We all love our furry friends, but it's important to keep our<br />

community clean and enjoyable for everyone. Recently, there have<br />

been instances of dog waste being left on front yards, and we need<br />

your help to address this issue.<br />

Together we can make a difference!<br />

If you witness someone not cleaning up after their pet, kindly<br />

remind them about our shared responsibility.<br />

Encourage fellow neighbors to join the effort to keep our<br />

community clean and welcoming.<br />

PET OWNERS, PLEASE<br />

TAKE NOTE<br />

Scoop the Poop: Be responsible<br />

and clean up after your pets.<br />

Use Waste Bags: Carry waste bags and<br />

dispose of them properly in designated<br />

bins<br />

Respect Private Property: Keep<br />

our community beautiful by not<br />

leaving dog waste on other<br />

people’s lawns.


HIZ - Home Ignition Zone<br />

Inspections<br />

SMART . PROACTIVE . NEIGHBORLY<br />

Own Your Zone<br />

Ignition-resistant homes depend on actions taken in three zones around the<br />

home. Many of these actions are affordable and can be taken by individual<br />

homeowners. BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR & PROTECT EACH OTHER!<br />

Encourage your neighbors to create an ignition-resistant neighborhood!<br />

1 2 3<br />

The Immediate Zone The Intermediate Zone The Extended Zone<br />

0-5 feet from the home, including the home<br />

5-30 feet from the home 30-100+ feet from the home<br />

This is the zone most vulnerable to<br />

embers. Harden the home to wildfire<br />

with ignition-resistant siding, roofs,<br />

decks, attic vents, eaves, and windows.<br />

Avoid storing combustible materials on<br />

or under decks. Remove vegetation and<br />

flammable mulch to create a five-foot<br />

buffer zone around the home. Clean<br />

gutters and roofs of debris.<br />

Use careful landscaping to reduce the<br />

continuity of fuels and help slow fire<br />

down. Remove branches that overhang<br />

the structure. Replace wood fencing<br />

with noncombustible metal fencing<br />

where it attaches to the home.<br />

Space and prune trees and vegetation<br />

to keep flames smaller, lower to the<br />

ground, and to interrupt fire’s path.<br />

www.wildfirerisk.org<br />

GET AN HIZ FROM LTFR TODAY! TO SIGN UP: CALL 512-266-7553 OR EMAIL Wildfire@LTFR.org!


SIGN UP FOR:<br />

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The Capital Area Council of<br />

Governments and its partners are<br />

pleased to offer an emergency<br />

notification system to residents of Central<br />

Texas. Registering with WarnCentralTexas<br />

allows local officials to contact their<br />

communities by phone, email and text<br />

during times of disasters or public safety<br />

events.<br />

STAY INFORMED<br />

BE PREPARED<br />

REGISTER TODAY TO GET EMERGENCY<br />

WARNINGS BY TEXT, EMAIL OR PHONE.<br />

REGISTER HERE<br />

ROAD ISSUES?<br />

Most of the roadways within Steiner Ranch Master Association are<br />

considered public right of ways. This means that the County is in<br />

charge of the road conditions and the repairs to the roadways that<br />

you live on.<br />

Unfortunately, this also means that <strong>SRMA</strong> is unable to assist in any<br />

needed repairs.<br />

If you have a road issue that needs repair and you are not in a<br />

gated community - call Travis County Road & Bridge's Dispatch<br />

TCO ROAD & BRIDGE<br />

Dispatch Hotline: 512-854-9433<br />

hotline to report it for repair, today!<br />

Email: TNR.Dispatch@traviscountytx.gov


Around <strong>SRMA</strong><br />

Programming<br />

Submit a Workorder for<br />

Association Maintenance<br />

After logging into your homeowner portal, fill out a resident<br />

HOW TO!<br />

request (accessible via the resident request button under your<br />

account info) to let management know about maintenance<br />

issues around the Association. We will hop to it and get it taken<br />

care of as quickly as we can! Typical turn-around is currently at<br />

about 1-week from the time the request is received You may also<br />

email maintenance@steinerranchhoa.org.<br />

Garbage tags<br />

AVAILABLE AT TOWNE<br />

SQUARE OFFICE<br />

$3


STEINER RANCH MASTER ASSOCIATION<br />

A Reminder to<br />

VISIT YOUR<br />

HOMEOWNER PORTAL<br />

If you haven't already, please visit www.alamomanagementgroup.com to set<br />

up your AMG Homeowner Portal account.<br />

Click the "Login" button, then select "Initial Login" and enter in your unique<br />

Account ID Number, which may be found on the Welcome Letter you<br />

received during transition last month. If you have moved in since management<br />

transition occurred, please note that you should have received a Welcome<br />

Letter in the mail about two weeks after closing on your home.<br />

If for any reason you do not have your Account ID Number, do not hesitate to<br />

call our office and one of our friendly and helpful team members will assist<br />

you.<br />

Your Homeowner Portal allows you access to the following:<br />

Account Information<br />

Pay your Assessments<br />

Community Announcements<br />

Exterior Improvement ACC Applications<br />

Governing Documents<br />

Calendar of Events<br />

Community Links<br />

Make Resident Requests<br />

CONTACT US:<br />

(512) 266-7553<br />

STEINER@ALAMOMG.COM<br />

12550 Country Trails Lane<br />

Austin, TX 78732<br />

Executive Director:<br />

Zachary Dulevitz<br />

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR<br />

Lifestyle Manager<br />

Our office continues to be<br />

grateful for our partnership with<br />

the Steiner Ranch community!<br />

We continually look forward to<br />

building lasting relationships<br />

with residents and providing<br />

superior management services<br />

to the Association.<br />

As a homeowner within Steiner Ranch, you<br />

may have many questions regarding the<br />

Master Association. Please do not hesitate to<br />

reach out if you have any questions, concerns,<br />

or comments! My staff and I would be happy to<br />

assist you. I look forward to assisting each and<br />

every one of you!<br />

- Zachary Dulevitz

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