In December 2022 the TSHOA Board of Directors passed unanimously a new Fine Policy. The fine policy, now in effect, was provided for in the amended by-laws in 2014 and updated by-laws of 2021 as a means of enforcing the deed restrictions. The Fine Policy is attached to this email and is also located on the Tonkawa Springs website, www.tonkawasprings.org under Official Documents, then under Deed Restrictions and Bylaws. The Fine Policy is also located in your Town Sq account, https://app.townsq.io/ under Tools, then under Documents, then under Governing Docs.
There is a helpful Q & A in the December 2022 Minutes, along with an outline of the complaint/fine process. The minutes are located in your Town Sq account, under Documents, then under Minutes.
Will Williamson County Pick-up our Downed Trees? 2/10/23
Hi Neighbors,
Many of you have been asking whether there will be a Federal, State or County response to citizens in Williamson County after the Ice Storm the week of January 30, 2023. The Williamson County Commissioners met on Tuesday 2/7/23 and voted not to pick-up trees and branches that fell during the historic ice storm; UNLESS, the trees and branches fell on county roads and the county trucks previously pushed the debris off roadways early in the storm.
Unfortunately, there will not be federal or state assistance either. However, there are two options for us:
We may burn the tree and branch debris if our Emergency Services District (ESD) permits burning. Please check with Round Rock Fire Station 9 at 2721 Sam Bass Rd, Round Rock, TX 78681 or 512-341-3162 to determine whether there is a current burn ban in effect.
Williamson County Landfill is currently only charging $10.00 + tax for a truckload of tree and branch debris to help residents in their clean-up efforts. The landfill is located at 600 Landfill Road, Hutto, TX 78634. Their contact information is (512) 759-8881.
We posted a list of tree and branch removal companies this weekend, and they are repeated below. There may also be certain trees with branches that have been too difficult to reach or safely cut. We have asked Climbers Unlimited, a fully insured company out of East Texas who specializes in “dangerous tree removal” services to come assist those homeowners with high or massive limbs with safe, sustainable removal. They also do standard limb removal and haul-off as well. If neighbors will work together there may be some economies of scale and cost savings to be had. Their contact info is:
Other local tree companies: – PRV Tree (HOA has used them) 512-961-8881 – Elias Bautista (Many TS neighbors have used them) 512-788-7986 – Nathan Casey (Local guy, many neighbors have used them) 512-966-1625 – Jesus Tree Services (lives in Round Rock) 512-945-7349/512-945-2439 – Tonkawa’s own Jon Koonce and sons can cut and haul it away debris. 512-775-8266
The TSHOA neither endorses or recommends these companies, but provides information about their services and contact information as a community service.
Williamson County has been declared a Disaster Area due to the winter storms this week, and Tonkawa Springs is no exception. We know that almost all Tonkawa residents have been affected, and many are just now starting to clear out the debris.
Here are some tree and brush removal resources:
– PRV Tree (HOA has used them) 512-961-8881
– Elias Bautista (Many TS neighbors have used them for years) 512-788-7986
– Nathan Casey (Local guy who was distributing cards yesterday to homeowners) 512-966-1625
– Jesus Tree Services 512-945-7349/512-945-2439
– Tonkawa’s own Jon Koonce and sons can cut and haul it away debris. Fees range from $50 and up depending on how many limbs. Text Jon 512-775-8266.
The County does have a Winter Storm Resources page (https://www.wilco.org/wilco-winter-storm-resources), but unfortunately, damage to personal property is up to individual homeowners. If we become aware of a brush and limb haul-off by the County or other entity we will try to get the word out.
TAG! You’re it!
TAG (Tonkawa Assistance Group) was formed by the TSHOA as a means for allowing neighbors to help neighbors in times of need. TAG is a resource for you if:
You need help:
– Are unable or need help cutting or clearing debris
– Need assistance with contacting Electric or other service providers
– Need shelter, food or any other assistance
You can offer help:
– Have chain saws and tools
– Can spend time clearing debris
– Can haul off debris
– Can donate money or time to hire professionals or agencies
Please CONTACT TAG at Board@tonkawasprings.org, or call or text chairperson Kelly Hobdy at 512-497-6565.
Thanks!
Tonkawa Springs Homeowners Association & TAG(You’re it!)
Central Texas Refuse, Tonkowa Springs HOA contractor for solid waste removal, will collect household bulk items and bundled brush placed at the curb.
All items must be at the curb by 7am on the collection date. Excluded items, and items placed at the curb after 7am, will be the resident’s responsibility to discard.
For questions, please contact Central Texas Refuse Customer Service Department at 512.243.2833 or CustomerService@CentralTexasRefuse.com
Pickle Ball Clinic Saturday February 4th at 11:00 am
Hello Neighbors!
The Social Committee is excited to offer our first Pickle Ball Clinic this Saturday February 4th at 11:00 am at the Tennis Courts. The instructor will show us how to set up and tear down the nets, and go over rules and strategies.
January 13, 2023Update from Williamson County Commissioner Covey
Great Oaks Bridge Construction
Notes:
Expected Completion—Spring 2023
This project improves the intersection of Great Oaks Dr and Brushy Creek/Hairy Man Road by improving traffic flow and raising the bridge to prevent flooding.
Please do not hesitate to contact Commissioner Valerie Covey’s office with any questions or concerns you may have at 512-943-3370 or comm3@wilco.org
Progress this Week:
DeNucci Constructors – Removed forms from wing walls at various culvert locations.
Subcontractor Greater Austin -Poured the bridge deck on Span 1 of the Great Oaks Bridge.
Subcontractor Alpha Paving – Applied the asphalt seal coat and paved the Type B asphalt on Brushy Creek Road.
Work Scheduled:
DeNucci Constructors – Continue culvert construction along Brushy Creek Road. Continue anti-graffiti coating application to retaining walls.
Subcontractor Greater Austin – Continue Phase 3 bridge construction at bridge Bent 2.
Lane Closures:
Temporary daily lane closures are anticipated to provide a safe work zone.
The Phase 3 Brushy Creek Road truck traffic detour is in place.
General Notes:
Watch for construction equipment entering and exiting work zones, within project limits.
All work mentioned above is contingent upon weather conditions.
Our annual assessments were sent out in December and many of us received them this week, with a due date of 1/1/23. Due to this delay, assessments will NOT be considered late until February 4th, 2023.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.
The City of Round Rock will host Christmas tree recycling events on Saturday, Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to 6p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Round Rock Brush Recycling Center located at 310 Deepwood Drive.
Small tree seedlings (100 per day/one per vehicle) will be distributed and volunteers will be available to help unload trees during these special events.
Additionally, residents may bring Christmas trees for recycling to the Round Rock Brush Recycling Center during any regular operating day.
Residents must remove all decorations, nails, wires, ornaments, tree stands, lights, and tinsel before bringing in their tree to the recycling center. The trees will be shredded into a fine, usable mulch and made available free-of-charge to Round Rock residents for pickup at the recycling center. The mulch can also be purchased by contractors and non-residents for $5 per cubic yard.
Local businesses can also drop off Christmas trees, and for a small fee ($15 per truckload) businesses that sell Christmas trees can recycle their leftovers as well.
For more information, contact the City of Round Rock’s Forestry Manager Ricci Strayhorn at (512) 218-5540.
Round Rock Brush Recycling Center Holiday Hours: Friday, Dec. 23 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday Dec. 26 – closed Tuesday, Dec. 27 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2 – closed
*Regular business hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
