Resident Age
Verification Survey

Federal law requires us to periodically update our records and confirm that at least 80% of the households in Sun City Texas have at least one resident 55 years of age or over. This is necessary to maintain our "55 or over" exemption to the Federal Fair Housing Act, otherwise it would be illegal for Sun City to restrict occupancy primarily to older residents.

To help us satisfy our legal duty to update our records, one member of each household is asked to log into the website and take the one-question survey. You will be prompted to take the survey the first time you log into the website between February 13 and March 31. After one person in the household has answered the survey question to certify that a member of their household is 55 or older, no other members of the household will need to take the survey.

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Dog Park Rules

Submitted by Jim Romine, Executive Director, [email protected]

The Community Association (CA) has been receiving complaints of dog owners not following the rules of the Dog Park and I would like to take this opportunity to remind the community of the rules and the need for everyone to follow the rules. One of the main concerns shared with the CA is that some owners are not abiding by the weight requirements. Large dogs, those over 30 pounds, need to stay on the large dog side at all times. Conversely, small dogs, those 30 pounds and under, need to stay on the small dog side at all times.

I realize some dogs are very social and polite and their owners feel their dog should be provided a variance to the weight rules, but once we start allowing variances, well, you get the point.
We will be updating the signage to ensure the weight requirements are clearly posted along with all of the park rules. Click Here for the current rules that are posted at the park.

The CA will be enforcing these rules and those violating the rules of the Dog Park will be subject to sanctions including the loss of the use of the park. Please help us to keep this area safe and enjoyable for all.
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What is Recyclable
and/or Compostable?

Click on the image to the right and find out what you can and cannot recycle, as well as what items are compostable. 

Visit Sun City Recycles website »

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Check your profile and preferences
by March 31!

Even if you have been listed in the printed directory in the past, it is critical that each resident log in to the website to check and update their profile in the online directory by March 31! You can also visit Member Services to make updates to your profile information. Please see below for important information regarding your profile and directory listing:

• If you wish to include a phone number in the resident listings by street address, please enter a phone number in the Home Phone field in your online profile.
• If your spouse or housemate has selected to “hide” their profile in the printed directory through their Preferences, the entire household will be hidden. Please coordinate with your spouse.
• Birthdays, home state, emergency contact information and memberships will not be printed in the directory.
• Certain fields can only be updated by the Member Services Office (Name, Address, Birthday, Chartered Club Memberships).
• Renters with a lease expiration date on or before August 31, 2016 will not be printed in the directory. Please contact Member Services if you have questions about a lease expiration date on file or to notify of an extension of your lease.

Note: Each person in a household has his/her own separate profile.
Log in to www.sctexas.org using your member ID (XXXXX-XXX) and password. When you arrive on the Resident Home Page click on your Profile and your Preferences in the left navigation to review your information and edit if necessary. If you need assistance updating your information please contact Member Services.
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COPs Survey Results

The following questions and suggestions were mentioned most often in the open-ended feedback and we’ve included responses to those topics below:

Communication: New articles about COPs activities and duties will be included in Sun Rays and the CA Communicator.

Car identification: The COPs vehicles will be more boldly identified later this spring.

First Aid/CPR/AED: Training is offered to COPs volunteers at no cost and we plan to work toward having as many volunteers as possible trained by the end of the year. We are also investigating the requirements for having an AED in each vehicle.

Resources and referrals: COPs volunteers make referrals to the Georgetown Police Department’s dispatcher using 911 or the non-emergency number as appropriate. Current plans are to support GPD’s Silver Shields and Take Me Home Programs and to work with the Georgetown Emergency Manager in support of future initiatives. COPs will continue to educate volunteers about these and other resources.

Extended hours: Our current hours of operation are from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. We plan to explore the possibility of extended hours of operation, however, implementation will be dependent upon volunteer availability and appropriate approvals from the CA/EMC.

View complete survey results »

City/County News

Black History Month Banquet Tomorrow

Education will be a focal point this year at the annual Black History Month Banquet in Georgetown on Feb. 18. The theme for the banquet this year is “The Crisis in Black Education: How to Empower, Enrich and Engage.” The 35th annual banquet is sponsored by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Georgetown Health Foundation Community Rooms, 2425 Williams Drive.

Find out more
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Citizen Police Academy Spring Session

The Citizen Police Academy is an eight-week course taught by police officers to educate citizens about all aspects of the Georgetown Police Department. Classes in the spring 2017 academy include code of criminal procedure, accident investigations, use of force, crime scene investigations, hostage negotiations, special weapons and tactics, and victim services. The deadline to apply is March 18.

Find out more

Around Sun City

International Languages Learning Club
Third Friday International Series

Friday, February 17
1 - 2 p.m. • Atrium 

Mary Ann and Joe Lish share their travel experiences through Vietnam and Cambodia, traveling from Saigon (Ho Chi Min City), through Cambodia to Hanoi using land, boat, and air transportation. Free and open to all, so bring a friend!

Visit their website »
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Visual Arts Club:
Apprentice Painter’s Event
An Introduction to the Visual Arts

Friday, February 17 • 1:00 – 5:00
Visual Arts Studio

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International Languages Learning Club Presentations

Learning Spanish as a Second Language/Immersion: Open to those who don't know any Spanish, or those who know Spanish on any level. Everyone in Sun City is invited to either or both of these two programs.

Learning Through Immersion: Tuesday, February 21, 3:30-5:30, Jarrell/Walburg Rooms. For those who know some Spanish. Click Here for more information.

Learning a Second Language: Thursday, February 23, 9:30-11:30, Atrium. For everyone. Click Here for more information.

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Table Tennis Club Tournament

Saturday, February 25 • 2 – 5 p.m.
Cowan Creek Salado Room

Our club will be hosting the Georgetown High School Tennis Team for an Invitational Tournament.

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AcTAG Presents Follies 2017
European Escapade

February 27 – March 3 • 7:00 pm
March 4 – Matinee • 2:00 pm
$15 pp • Ballroom

Tickets may be purchased online at www.sctexas.org, at the CA Member Services Office or at the door.

Visit their website »
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Visual Arts Club
Meet the Artist Art Show and Reception

Sunday, March 5 • 2-5 pm
Activities Center, #1 Texas Drive

This popular annual event includes original, affordable artwork in a variety of mediums. Enjoy art demonstrations and light refreshments as you meet the artists and view the show. Art will remain on display and offered for sale through Friday, April 14.

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