Merry Christmas!

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

Good neighbors are priceless and make for a great neighborhood!

Case in point, Steve Hall pointed out, during the annual meeting of The Sanctuary Club, that our street lights were not properly adjusted. The lights were not properly focused to the appropriate areas. Steve was asked to "take charge" and pursue the problem and find a solution. He wouldn't tell you this, but Steve contacted the appropriate folks and saw to it that the issue was resolved.

Driving through the Sanctuary this evening, I could see the lighting was more focused and makes a significant difference.

Thanks, Steve! Your neighbors appreciate your effort on our behalf.

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all of our good neighbors!

The Sanctuary Club, Inc. – 2011 Membership Drive

Seasons Greetings, good Neighbors! We invite you to renew your membership for 2011. New residents are also are encouraged to join! We believe membership and participation in The Sanctuary Club is a great way to make the Sanctuary at Caldwell Crossings an excellent place to live. The Sanctuary Club was formed in the fall of 2007 and has as its purpose communication of neighborhood information, friendship, security and social opportunities. The Club promotes co-operative work to enhance the beauty and preservation of the appearance, value and amenities of our community. We ask you to remit $10.00 per household by January 15 for membership in The Sanctuary Club, Inc. Please send your check to 5181 Crossings Parkway Hoover, AL 35242.


The Sanctuary Club is exclusive to Sanctuary owner – residents and:

· Publishes a neighborhood telephone directory by resident name. It also contains a companion cross reference section that numerically identifies each lot and corresponding resident name. A new telephone directory is planned for first quarter 2011. Each Club member receives their directory free. Non-members pay $5.00.

· Distributes a Quarterly Newsletters with information about our neighborhood, community and favorite recipes. They are planned for Feb., May, Aug., and Nov., 2011.

· Plans to update our Neighborhood Watch data base with the Hoover Police Department for the security of residents by March 2011.

· Maintains low-cost annual membership fees to cover basic expenses.

· Continues to communicate items of interests on a regular basis via The Sanctuary Club internet blog. Log on to http://www.thesanctuaryclub.blogspot.com/.

· Provides a Volunteer Home Assistance program to help residents diagnose/solve problems. Feel free to contact your area Director listed below with questions.

· Continues to encourage participation of residents on standing and special committees.

· Plans and coordinates the annual spring ice cream social and summer BBQ.

The Sanctuary Club is reaching out to you with opportunities for your participation on the following committees that might be of interest to you: Neighborhood Telephone Directory, Volunteer Home Assistance, Social Activities, Quarterly Newsletter, Neighborhood Watch, Membership, Publicity, Neighborhood Esthetics, and Special Projects. We hope that you take advantage of and participate on a committee that is of particular interest to you. The Sanctuary Club Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws are available for your perusal at www.thesanctuaryclub.blogspot.com. Please contact any of the board members (listed below) with questions you may have. We truly believe that membership and participation in this club will enhance your enjoyment of our neighborhood. Merry Christmas & Happy Hanukkah!

The Board of Directors of The Sanctuary Club

              Dan Murchison President
              Buzz Williams Vice President
              Ashby Watkins Treasurer
Area 1 - Marcus Lawrence (Lots 401-408, 499-513)
Area 2 - Robert Hull (Lots 409-417, 492-498)
Area 3 - Henry Hager (Lots 478-491)
Area 4 - Bill Panter (Lots 418-426, 468-477)
Area 5 - Ashley Tschudin (Lots 427-436, 458-467)
Area 6 - Phillip Inman (Lots 437-457)

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

The following excerpt was given to us by a good neighbor. We consider all our neighbors to be law-abiding citizens

Running at Large - Section 4-21 of the Municipal Code of the City of Hoover Alabama states:

"It shall be unlawful for the owner or person in charge of an animal except cats and fowl to cause or permit such animal to run at large or be upon a street, sidewalk, thoroughfare or public place within the city or its police jurisdiction, unless such animal is attached to a leash in the hands of said owner or person in charge of said animal."

"The owner of a dog, and any other person or persons in custody or control thereof, shall cause to be removed any solid body excretions deposited by said dog on any property not owned by or in possession of the dog owner or the person or persons in custody and control of said dog at the time of said deposit."

Be safe this holiday season!

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

The Sanctuary Club held its annual members’ meeting at Spain Park High School last night. Over 40 residents were present on that cold, wet, and blustery night.


Highlights:

“How to protect your house and its contents from lightning” was well-presented by Henry Hager. A 12-point, typed-list of items for residents to consider was provided to attendees. A point-by-point explanation was given by Mr. Hager for the edification of residents and their safety.

A web address, www.lightningsafety.com/nlsi_lhm/IEEE_Guide.pdf, was also given for future reference of Sanctuary residents.

Congratulations to the five new Sanctuary Club Directors elected for a two-year term:

Buzz Williams 5429 Crossings Lake Circle

Lee Dykes 5109 Crossings Parkway

Mary Hayes 5433 Crossings Lake Circle

Mike Taylor 5192 Crossings Parkway

Tom Clark 5157 Crossings Parkway

An Amendment to The Sanctuary Club, Inc. By-Laws was approved by a quorum of members present:

MOTION TO AMEND THE BYLAWS OF THE SANCTUARY CLUB, INC.

Whereas, Article IV, Officers, Section 2., Election and Term of Office, of the Bylaws states that officers of the Board of Directors are to be elected by the Board for a term of two years; and

Whereas, certain Directors currently or subsequently serving on the Board may have only one year remaining in their term of office; and

Whereas, such limitations would preclude such Directors from election by the Board as officers of the Club; and

Whereas, such condition represents a conflict of intent in the Bylaws: therefore

Let it be Resolved, that Article IV, Section 2. of the Bylaws be amended as follows.

The Officers of the Club shall be elected by the Board at the first meeting of the Board in January after each annual meeting of the membership. The newly elected Officers shall take office immediately and shall serve a one year term.

President’s Annual Report

Dan Murchison, President of The Sanctuary Club, Inc. expressed appreciation to the Directors, Officers, and others who helped him establish and perpetuate the Club during its first two years. Dan gave a report on the accomplishments of the Club and set the tone for our future goals. Thank you, Dan, sincerely, for a job well done!
Dan’s term of office ends December 31st.

General Discussion:

Mr. Vernon Hydorn, President of the Caldwell Crossings Owners Association, was our guest and participated in a general discussion concerning covenant violations.

Door Prizes

The door prize winners each received a $10.00 gift certificate to Publix:

Mary Hayes

Judy Lazenby

Joy Phillips

Peggy Baker

Bari Roseman

Carleen Morin

Mike Taylor

Tom Halbrooks

Ben White

Tom Clark

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

As a reminder...

The General Meeting of The Sanctuary Club is November 16, Spain Park High School

Room 127, 7:00 PM

Important meeting for all Club members to elect new board members!

Great Door Prizes!

Overnight adventure on the USS Alabama

Hey, Folks

Boy Scouts, hiking at Spanish Fort, and an overnight visit to the USS Alabama all make for a great week-end.

Will Crain, 10 and Joey Crain 8 took their Bepaw [Buzz Williams] on an overnight adventure on the USS Alabama.

more picture after the jump......

Don't forget!

Deer in the Sanctuary

By-Laws Amendment

Discussion: 

Directors will continue to be elected for two-year terms. The Directors will elect their Officers after each annual meeting of the membership for a one-year term.  A Director who is elected for two years and also elected as an Officer will serve for one year as an Officer.  He / she may be elected again as an Officer in their second year by a vote of the Board. 

The Board of Directors approved the following language for its Officers to serve a one-year term instead of two years. 

Approved October 14, 2010 by the Board of Directors

Article IV    Officers / Section 2

The Officers of the Club shall be elected by the Board at the first meeting of the Board in January after each annual meeting of the membership. 

The newly elected Officers shall take office immediately and shall serve a one year term.

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

       Its getting dark earlier as you know.  Your safety when walking in the road in the Sanctuary around evening or early morning is in jeopardy if a driver cannot see you!  Please be mindful for your own safety and carry a flashlight or wear reflectors if you have them.  Some children wear reflectors on their shoes and sneakers and that's great.  It's just plain healthy to walk in safety.  Be aware drivers do not always anticipate folks walking in the road!  If you can help it, walk on the side walks were possible.  Walk safely and "Play it safe!"

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

     

      

       Your neighborhood watch for the Sanctuary is raising a red flag!  When at home, please consider not leaving your car outside and unlocked if at all possible.  Many of you may know by now that a burglary of an unlocked automobile has occurred in our subdivision.  It's a sad commentary on our society.  The United States is not what it was years ago.  But that's another issue.  If you see strangers roaming the neighborhood, feel free to call 911 and your police department will not hesitate to check out the situation for you.  The police rely upon residents to give them a heads-up on suspicious characters.  It's nothing to be embarrassed about and you've handed it off to the police.  When in doubt, call 911.

Pennsylvania Amish Farm Country

Pennsylvania Amish Farm Country - September 2010

Buzz & Carol Williams are just back from Pennsylvania. It's harvest time in Amish Farm Country

More pictures after the jump...



Alert Notice:

A large coyote carrying a black cat in its mouth was seen running into the woods near the entrance to Wingate by one of our residents while walking around 6AM a week or so ago. As a cat owner, we are concerned about the survival of our cat (even in our fenced yard) and the safety of other small animals. I read recently about a woman jogger who was killed by two coyotes somewhere up north. It seems that there has been some cross breeding between wolves and coyotes and the result is a bigger more aggressive coyote. Pat Bruno( the first house on the right in Wingate) has also seen coyotes in his yard. He is calling the Shelby County animal control office to see if they have an eradication program for coyotes. Due to the extreme heat and drought conditions the wild animals seem to be having difficulty in finding food and water and are more aggressive in their pursuit. While feeding wild animals is fun and a noble thing to do, we must be careful not to endanger pets and children by feeding them near residential areas.

We need to watch closely small children and pets. Please report any sightings of coyotes within the Sanctuary so we can keep tab on their numbers.
Thanks, Dan Murchison-408-7445

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

Saturday afternoon last, this red-tailed hawk scooped up a fish dinner from Lake Sanctuary. The big bird may have up to a 4 1/2 foot wing span according to ornithologists. This hawk is a frequent visitor to the Sanctuary and is an effective threat to all manner of rodents.

The Sanctuary Club Quarterly Newsletter - July 31, 2010

Click Here ---> The Sanctuary Club Quarterly Newsletter - July 31, 2010

Topics:

• Past Accomplishments and Future vision of The Sanctuary Club, Inc.
• Presidential analysis of accomplishments - the past 2 years

• Club Membership

• Club Members Annual Meeting

• New Club Secretary

• Special Committees

• Area Director Contact List

• Honoring American Patriots

• Neighbor - To - Neighbor

• Welcome to our new neighbors

• Your Publicity Opportunity

• Lake Residents

• Recipe

• Recycle

Neighbor - to Neighbor

Subject: Information pretaining to safety and to clarify Lake access limitations stipulated in the Caldwell Sanctuary Covenants and Restrictions:

As you know, “Only the Occupants of the Lake Lots shall have access to and use of Lake Sanctuary,”“Caldwell Sanctuary Covenants and Restrictions, 4-26-2006.”

As a safety precaution, please be aware there have been some small children, some of which appeared to be preschool, playing around the lake this past weekend. These small children did not appear to have adult supervision! I am not aware where they came from or who they were visiting.

They were observed playing around the lake and in many of the lake-resident backyards. While almost every lake resident will occasionally have children or small grandchildren visiting or playing in our homes and around the lake, please be certain the small ones have adult supervision at the lake for all the right reasons.

As you may know, there are several locations on the lake that have very deep drop-offs in the water immediately off-shore. Elementary and older children could fall into the lake without being aware of the danger and may have serious trouble getting out of the water.

We all love these precious children. Let's help one another to be alert and exercise reasonable caution. Let us be sure all children, especially the little ones, always have adult supervision and that they enjoy their summer fun.

Past Accomplishments and Future vision Of Sanctuary Club, Inc.

Past Accomplishments and Future vision Of Sanctuary Club, Inc.

Presidential Analysis

Accomplishments of the Club over the past two years:

Started the Club - - - formed a corporation, developed by-laws and articles of incorporation, elected a board and officers. Formed a neighborhood watch program in concert with the Hoover Police Department, installed two no- solicitation signs, published a neighborhood telephone book, opened a checking account, established a budget, distributed quarterly newsletters, developed a data base with email addresses, developed an internet blog spot to keep our residents informed concerning the latest developments, created a help- committee to assist needy homeowners with minor household tasks, met with the Sanctuary developer and McKay Management to review budget items, established a committee to improve the appearance of vacant lots, encouraged and worked with the City of Hoover for road paving, established a committee that would contact the utility companies to realign selected water, electrical, and telephone boxes for residents, met with other neighborhood association managers for beneficial common interest items, held quarterly board meetings, convened residential annual meetings, held two ice cream socials and the first annual barbeque picnic.

Club membership since last year has grown from 54% to 97% of all residents. And guess what? Thanks to your encouragement, support, and that of your neighbors, we are just getting started!

What we learned about our Responsibilities:

The “Caldwell Sanctuary Owner’s Association Covenants and Restrictions,” [C.S.O.A.]

Article VII Maintenance Responsibilities “…No exterior changes, alterations or improvements shall be made to any Lot or Dwelling without first obtaining the prior written approval of the same from the Architectural Review Committee [A.R.C.]”

5.6 Landscaping Approval “In order to preserve, to the extent practicable, the natural landscaping and plant life currently situated on the property and in order to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the property, no landscaping, grading, excavation or fill work of any nature shall be implemented or installed by any Owner, on any Lot or Dwelling unless and until landscaping plans therefore have been submitted to and approved by the ARC.

Commentary: All of us must consistently abide by and encourage adherence to the C.S.O.A. Covenants and Restrictions if we want to maintain the quality neighborhood we desire. All residents ought to read, understand, and comply with the covenants and architectural standards.

If any resident is cited for a covenant violation, then it is incumbent upon them, as good neighbors, to correct it and move on. The better part of self-interest is to not make it an issue or hold a grudge. We are collectively and individually subject to the same covenants and restrictions.

Remember, all actions that must taken by McKay Management to enforce covenants are paid directly out of the annual dues assessed by C.S.O.A. Please endeavor to keep your costs and our costs down by applying to the Architectural Review Committee [ARC] prior to making additions, changes or deletions to your home or landscape.

Future Vision ---As we go forward.

It has become increasingly evident that we need our best and most talented leaders to step forward and serve on our board. We must continue to recruit these best leaders and workers and then encourage their participation. We need to closely monitor all actions and transactions involved in the management of our subdivision for the benefit of all residents in the Sanctuary.

It is very important that we anticipate the acceptance and control of our Owner’s Association when it is released to us by the developer. We have the opportunity to educate our board members on the duties they will need to perform when we are in control. We need to take advantage of our experience and be ready when the time comes for the transfer of association responsibilities from C.S.O.A. to the Sanctuary residents.

The Sanctuary Club’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for November 16^th, 2010

This is our annual meeting at which time we will elect five new board members. This is an important meeting; so please mark your calendars and try to attend. Presently, we are in need of a good secretary who will keep the minutes at quarterly and special-called meetings. If you have an interest and would like to discuss the secretarial duties, then call me at 205-408-7445. Have a great remaining summer and try to STAY COOL.

Respectfully,

Dan Murchison

Excerpts from an article "How to control Geese," by Fran Prisco:

Each year thousands of Golf Courses, Parks, Green Belts, Back Yards, Baseball Fields and even cemeteries are inundated with messy, slippery Canada Goose droppings. Canada Geese have become a nuisance in many areas!

They thrive in the close protection and feeding opportunities they find in parks, near suburban wetlands, and on lawns or golf courses. Populations of urban Canada Geese are still growing. Flocks of non-migrating Canada geese have become established throughout Maryland and other Atlantic flyway states. In urban areas, Canada geese have responded to landscape features that provide expanses of short grass for food, lack of natural predators, absence of hunting, and hand feeding by some people.

Although most people find a few geese acceptable, problems develop as local flocks grow and the droppings become excessive (a goose produces a pound of droppings per day). Problems include over-grazed lawns, accumulations of droppings and feathers on play areas and walkways, nutrient loading in ponds, public health concerns at beaches and drinking water supplies, aggressive behavior by nesting birds, and safety hazards near roads and airports. Geese can also damage agricultural crops by excessive grazing.

Eliminating the food sources is a key to reducing the goose population. Geese eat grass, so make it unpalatable! The easiest way to do this is to spray your lawn with a product called Migrate available from Bird-B-Gone, Inc. It is a biodegradable, safe, EPA approved product that "flavors" the lawn so that the geese do not like the taste. The active ingredient in Migrate is MA (methyl anthranilate), which is a human-safe food flavoring derived from grapes so it is harmless to the geese, other animals and humans. It will not pollute ponds or lakes and is easy to apply. Additionally, if someone in your area is feeding the geese then there is little you can do to stop them.

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

Happy Fourth of July!

As you know, our founding documents are under attack. Those who have a military background will remember our oath of allegiance "...to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States of America from all enemies foreign and domestic."

Thomas Jefferson explained, "The price of liberty is eternal vigelence!" The Declaration of Independence acknowledges, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”

Have a great holiday!

Summer stuff for children and grandchildren

Click Here for tips for surviving the summer

Lost & Found

(not actual dog)

Dan & Judy Murchison have a young Weimaraner [dog] that was running loose on the Parkway. They have called around but have not found his owner. They plan to put out flyers tomorrow - if any of you know who may have lost him please call Dan or Judy at 408-7445.

A sunvisor [hat] was found after the annual BBQ at Veterans Park last week. Inquiries have been made, but no takers were found.
It is a straw visor with a black band. The sun visor appears to be in very good condition. Call Buzz or Carol Williams at 980-0032 to recover it.

Club Membership

Congratulations to our Directors for their diligent efforts to ask all of our residents to join The Sanctuary Club!

The effort has given the club an 81% increase in membership over last year!

We now have 98 out of 101 resident households who are paid - up members in good standing.

Great team effort! Thank you all.

M. O. Buzz Williams, Vice President

Quarterly Newsletter

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BBQ Picnic

A few pictures from the annual BBQ picnic held by the Sanctuary Club at Veterans' Park in Hoover, Alabama on Saturday, May 15th.

Good attendance, good food from Full Moon BBQ, good neighbors, good fellowship, and fun for everyone.

Suggestion: Try to make the picnic hours 4 to 7 pm if possible. Mid - day tends to be very hot.

The Santuary's Club First Annual BBQ

Saturday, May 15th
1-5 PM
Spain Park Pavilion
Lunch will be served at 3:30

Please join us for Bar-B-Q, compliments of the Sanctuary Club, and activities including walking trails, volleyball, horseshoes, fishing, and most of all meeting and visiting with your neighbors.

Help us with our attendance verification!
RSVP your family headcount to:
Tom De Shazo by Sunday, May 9
thomasdeshazo@bellsouth.net
205-981-2510

Hoover goes for Alabama record with giant Apple Pie!

The baking started Saturday, May 1 and the giant pie will be served today at Veteran's Park!

Admiring a huge pan soon to be filled with apple pie are, from left, Daniel Dozier, Gary Skelton, Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos, Erin Colbaugh, Tommy Daniel and David Buchanan.

Some folks in Hoover are preparing to begin tonight baking what they believe will be the largest apple pie in Alabama history.

The pie will be 10 feet, 3 inches in diameter, baked in a pan that literally weighs a ton --2,000 pounds.


Students from Jefferson State Community College's Culinary Hospitality Institute, with director Joseph Mitchell, will bake the pie at Hoover's Veterans Park. It will be served Sunday for Celebrate Hoover Day.

The Birmingham News - Beverly Taylor - May 1, 2010

Recipe for Easter Holiday!

Submitted by Lois Ann Cox of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, March 26, 2010

Ingredients --- 1 - 8 ounce package of softened cream cheese
1 - tablespoon butter
4 cups of confectioners sugar
1 cup flaked coconut
2 cups Ghirardelli chocolate chips [semi-sweet]
1 tablespoon shortening

Process --- 1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add sugar and coconut
2. Refrigerate 1 ½ hours or until easy to handle.
3. Dust hands with confectioners sugar.
Mold 1 tablespoon mixture into an egg shape
4. Place eggs on wax paper lined baking sheet and
freeze for 2 hours until slightly firm.
5. Melt chocolate chips and shortening.
6. Remove the eggs from the freezer [a few at a time] and
dip them in the chocolate mixture until completely coated.
7. Refrigerate until hardened.

Presentation: Wrap in individual plastic cling wrap.
Store the Easter eggs in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

Helpful Information --- Twenty One Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You

1. Of course I look familiar. I was here just last week cleaning your carpets, painting your shutters, or delivering your new refrigerator.

2. Hey, thanks for letting me use the bathroom when I was working in your yard last week. While I was in there, I unlatched the back window to
make my return a little easier.

3. Love those flowers. That tells me you have taste... and taste means there are nice things inside. Those yard toys your kids leave out always make
me wonder what type of gaming system they have.

4. Yes, I really do look for newspapers piled up on the driveway. And I might leave a pizza flyer in your front door to see how long it takes you to
remove it.

5. If it snows while you're out of town, get a neighbor to create car and foot tracks into the house. Virgin drifts in the driveway are a dead giveaway.

6. If decorative glass is part of your front entrance, don't let your alarm company install the control pad where I can see if it's set. That makes it too
easy.

7. A good security company alarms the window over the sink. And the windows on the second floor, which often access the master bedroom and
your jewelry. It's not a bad idea to put motion detectors up there too.

8. It's raining, you're fumbling with your umbrella, and you forget to lock your door - understandable. But understand this: I don't take a day off
because of bad weather.

9. I always knock first. If you answer, I'll ask for directions somewhere or offer to clean your gutters. (Don't take me up on it.)

10. Do you really think I won't look in your sock drawer? I always check dresser drawers, the bedside table, and the medicine cabinet.

11. Helpful hint: I almost never go into kids' rooms.

12. You're right: I won't have enough time to break into that safe where you keep your valuables. But if it's not bolted down, I'll take it with me.

13. A loud TV or radio can be a better deterrent than the best alarm system. If you're reluctant to leave your TV on while you're out of town, you can buy a $35 device that works on a timer and simulates the flickering glow of a real television. (Find it at faketv.com.)

14. Sometimes, I carry a clip board. Sometimes, I dress like a lawn guy and carry a rake. I do my best to never, ever look like a crook.

15. The two things I hate most: loud dogs and nosy neighbors.

16. I'll break a window to get in, even if it makes a little noise. If your neighbor hears one loud sound, he'll stop what he's doing and wait to hear it
again. If he doesn't hear it again, he'll just go back to what he was doing. It's human nature.

17. I'm not complaining, but why would you pay all that money for a fancy alarm system and leave your house without setting it?

18. I love looking in your windows. I'm looking for signs that you're home, and for flat screen TVs or gaming systems I'd like. I'll drive or walk
through your neighborhood at night, before you close the blinds, just to pick my targets.

19. Avoid announcing your vacation on your Face Book page. It's easier than you think to look up your address.

20. To you, leaving that window open just a crack during the day is away to let in a little fresh air. To me, it's an invitation.

21. If you don't answer when I knock, I try the door. Occasionally, I hit the jackpot and walk right in.

Sources: Convicted burglars in North Carolina, Oregon, California, Kentucky, security consultant Chris McGoey, who runs crimedoctor.com; and Richard T. Wright, a criminology professor at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, who interviewed 105 burglars for his book Burglars on the Job.

Neighbor - to - Neighbor:

Best estimates are 9 million identities are stolen annually:

• Guard your PIN numbers
• Do not provide personal or credit card information over the telephone unless "you initiated the call."
• Do not write your Social Security number on a check, except when you make a payment to the IRS.
• Destroy or shred pre - approved credit card offers, receipt(s) from ATM(s) and any information linking your name to an account number.
• Do not ever respond to any unsolicited e-mail or telephone call that requests personal information, not even from a U.S. Court.
• Immediately cancel any lost credit cards.
• Destroy or shred expired credit cards.
• Do not write your PIN number on a check.
• Report a missing driver's license as soon as possible to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Where possible, reduce the number of identification cards you carry.
• Never leave your purse in the car. Thieves watch parking lots to see women parking their cars and walking away without a purse.

Quarterly Newsletter

Click Here for the Sanctuary Club 2/28/10 Newsletter

Health Watch

Blood Clots/Stroke - They Now Have a Fourth Indicator, the Tongue

STROKE: Remember the 1st Three Letters....S. T. R.















STROKE IDENTIFICATION:

During a BBQ, a woman stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine (they offered to call paramedics. She said she had just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes.

They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food. While she appeared a bit shaken up, Jane went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening

Jane's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital -
(at 6:00 pm Jane passed away.) She had suffered a stroke at the BBQ. Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Jane would be with us today. Some don't die. They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead.

It only takes a minute to read this...

A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke....totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Thank God for the sense to remember the '3' steps, STR . Read and Learn!

Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:

S *Ask the individual to SMILE.
T *Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)
(i.e. It is sunny out today.)
R *Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call emergency number immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your Tongue

NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue.. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other, that is also an indication of a stroke.

A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it on; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.

I have done my part. Will you?

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

A few inches of snow, two granddaughters, two flexible flyer sleighs, and a downhill race to the pond in the Sanctuary make for great fun! Six deer were also sighted near the pond this afternoon. "Blessings are mine with ten-thousad besides." There is much to be thankful for. Enjoy the scenery, neighbor.

CENSUS Warning

WARNING:
2010 Census Cautions from the Better Business Bureau Be
Cautious About Giving Info to Census Workers

Click Here for Article

With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft.

The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data. The big question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice: If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have 1-a badge, 2-a handheld device, 3-a Census Bureau canvas bag, and 4-a confidentiality notice.

Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home. Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census.

REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR ADDRESS.

While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION.

The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.

AND REMEMBER, THE CENSUS BUREAU HAS DECIDED NOT TO WORK WITH "ACORN" ON GATHERING THIS INFORMATION.

No Acorn worker should approach you saying he/she is with the Census Bureau.

Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating the Census.

Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.

For more advice on avoiding identity theft and fraud, visit www.bbb.org

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

Spring will burst forth before we know it! Some folks are already painting mail boxes, checking out the lawn mower, cleaning out bird feeders and otherwise preparing for spring.

Did you know The Sanctuary "blog" is a communal tool whose purpose is to help our residents?
If you have a recipe you would like to share, a social club meeting or Bible study you would like to advertise, some helpful hint, or even an item to sell, then send an e-mail to Buzz at mobuzz12@bellsouth.net.

Should you have some ideas for our upcoming "spring social" drop an e-mail to Buzz and he will communicate your idea to the social committee or you may contact your area Director with your ideas.

Marcus Lawrence Area 1 Director (Lots 401 - 408, 499-513) - mslaw@hotmail.com - 995-4666
Robert Hull Area 2 Director (Lots 409-417, 492-498) - rehullinc@bellsouth.net - 437-8101
Henry Hager Area 3 Director (Lots 478 - 491) - snh0011@bellsouth.net - 408-0011
Bill Panter Area 4 Director (Lots 418 - 426, 468-477) - panterw@bellsouth.net - 980-1738
Ashley Tschudin Area 5 Director (Lots 427 - 436, 458-467) - ashleybtchudin@yahoo.com - 422-1582
Phillip Inman Area 6 Director (Lots 437 - 457) - phillipinman@bellsouth.net - 980-8196

Remember to periodically check The Sancturay Club blog spot at www.thesanctuaryclub.blogspot.com to stay current on "what's happening."

Neighbor-to-Neighbor

It's tax time! The following blurb is from Money Central. This posting is not an endorsement but it is intended to help us think about what kind of tax preparation assistance we may or may not need:

Schedule M could be worth $400. Anybody who earned wages needs to file this form, or risk paying too much in taxes.

Posted by Jeff Schnepper, Money Central, on Monday, January 25, 2010 10:45 AM
You’d better use a good computer tax preparation program this year, or at least have a really good tax preparer. Otherwise, you’re gonna leave a big green bundle on the table. There’s a new Schedule M that anybody with wages should file. It allows you to claim the “Making Work Pay” credit of up to $400 ($800 on a joint return). That’s another $400 (or $800 for couples) right back in your pocket.

The Sanctuary Club Treasurer's Report & 2010 Budget

>Click Here for the Treasurer's Report & Budget

Neighbor-to-Neighbor:

Being a good neighbor has a lot to do with having consideration for others.
The following is intended to be helpful, educational information for all of us:

Parking on the Streets in the Sanctuary
Parking on the streets can be a traffic safety hazard within our community. It is a deterrent to the expedient passage of emergency medical and fire-fighting equipment. Habitual parking on the streets by Sanctuary residents also detracts from the beauty, appearance, and property value for your home and mine.

Please be advised that parking on the streets is prohibited by the Covenants of Caldwell Sanctuary Owners Association, Inc. specifically by Section 4, Architectural Review Committee Standards.

Parking on the streets is also prohibited by the City of Hoover Municipal Code:
Sec. 9-104. Designated areas.
It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle:

(1) Upon any portion of any paved roadway in the city having a width of twenty-four (24) feet or less. (Note: All streets in the Sanctuary are less than 24 foot wide).

(4) In the space between the pavement and the property line on any paved roadway or
street within the city. (Concrete valley gutter, grass median, and concrete sidewalk is included.)
Sec. 9-121. Parking time limits.
No motor vehicle, trailer or semitrailer, as defined in Code of Ala. 1975, section 32-1-1.1, may
be parked or left standing upon any public way in the city or its police jurisdiction for a continuous
uninterrupted period of twelve (12) hours.

No motor vehicle, tractor, trailer or semitrailer with an overall length of fourteen (14) feet or more shall be parked or left standing upon any public street or way in any residential zoned area in the city or its police jurisdiction for a continuous uninterrupted period of more than two (2) hours.

Violations of the City Code may be enforced by the Police Department by towing to and impounding in garages designated by the City.
Our covenants require garages for all homes with the intent that all vehicles be parked inside the garages. Residents are encouraged to park vehicles inside the garages instead of on the streets.

Congratulations BAMA!