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CA NEWS
COMMITTEE MEETINGS Stay Safe, Sun City
See page 133 for list of committee members. Georgetown Police Department (GPD)
See Sun City Texas Resident Directory or
www.sctexas.org > Community Association June is National Safety Month
Info > CA Advisory Committees for
description of duties for each committee. Submitted by the Georgetown Police Department
CHARTERED CLUBS Injuries are a leading cause of disabilities of people of all ages and
Monday, June 19, 8 a.m., AC MR 1/2 the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 44. The
COVENANTS good news is that everyone can get involved to help prevent injuries.
Wednesday, June 7, 9 a.m., CCAN During National Safety Month, we encourage you to learn more
ELECTIONS about important safety issues like prescription painkiller abuse,
Thursday, June 15, 9 a.m., AC, MR 4 transportation safety, and slips, trips and falls.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – Prescription painkiller abuse: Prescription painkiller
Friday, June 9, 9 a.m., AC MR 3/4
FINANCE overdoses are a growing problem in the United States, especially
Tuesday, June 27, 1 p.m., AC MR 3/4 among women. About 18 women die every day from a prescription
GOLF painkiller overdose, more than four times as many as back in
Monday, June 26, 3 p.m., AC MR 1/2 1999.
LANDSCAPED MAINTAINED HOMES – Transportation safety: Doing other activities while driving,
Wednesday, June 7, 10 a.m., AC MR 3/4 like texting or eating, distracts you and increases your chance
MODIFICATIONS of crashing.
Thursday, June 1, 8:30 a.m., CCAN – Almost one in five crashes (17 percent) that injured someone
*Open meeting at 10 a.m. involved distracted driving.
Thursday, June 15, 8:30 a.m., CCAN – Slips, trips and falls: One in four older adults fall each year.
NOMINATING
As needed Many falls lead to broken bones and other health problems.
PROPERTY & GROUNDS Prevent falls at home and at work by reducing the risk of tripping:
Tuesday, June 6, 2 p.m., CCAN – Secure electrical and phone cords away from walking areas.
Tuesday, June 20, 2 p.m., CCAN – Use non-skid rugs and be sure to tape them down to prevent
WILDLIFE
Wednesday, June 7, 3 p.m., AC MR 1/2 rolling.
Other Committees or Task Forces: – Keep drawers and cabinets closed when you’re not using them.
NEIGHBORHOOD REPS – Wear proper footwear, paying special attention to outdoor
Wednesday, June 21, 9:30 a.m., CCF/G
COPS conditions.
Tuesday, June 6, 9 a.m., ACA – Clean up any spills immediately.
– Refrain from walking while distracted, stay focused on your
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surroundings.
– Ensure there is adequate lighting.
– Don’t carry more than you can handle. Large loads can obstruct
your vision and affect your balance.
You can make a difference! The National Safety Council has
information regarding distracted driving, work place safety, the
effects of fatigue and other important issues. For more information
and tips on how to be safer in your home and community, go to:
http://www.nsc.org/pages/home.aspx.
If you have questions you would like answered in
Stay Safe, Sun City, please contact:
Delta Jolly, Georgetown PD
Community Engagement Officer/Explorer Advisor
[email protected]
512-930-0523 (direct/office)
512-930-3510 (police dispatch)
ONLINE: SCTEXAS.ORG
