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ANNUAL TABA GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, MAY 16TH AT SAMMONS GOLF LINKS The Annual TABA Golf Tournament is scheduled for Friday, May 16th at Sammons Golf Links in Temple. This tournament was orginally scheduled for Thursday, May 15th but due to a meeting conflict, the golf committee chose to move it back one day to accomodate those that want to play but had a prior committment. Sponsors are being rounded up and so are teams. A golf entry form is below. SAMMONS GOLF COURSE · TEMPLE · FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2008 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS : 12:00 GOLFER CHECK-IN, 1:00 SHOTGUN START, LUNCH SERVED ON COURSE, DINNER & AWARDS– FOLLOWING PLAY FOUR MAN SCRAMBLE : YOU MAY FORM YOUR OWN FOUR MAN TEAM. AT LEAST ONE PLAYER ON THE TEAM MUST BE A TABA MEMBER. INDIVIDUAL PLAYERS WILL BE PLACED ON A TEAM BY THE COMMITTEE. GOLF AWARDS: CASH PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN TO EACH MEMBER OF THE 1ST, 5th, 10th and 15th PLACE TEAMS. A PRIZE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN FOR DAL. TIES WILL BE RESOLVED BY SCORE CARD AT THE #1 HANDICAP HOLE. OTHER PRIZES: STRAIGHTEST DRIVE CLOSEST TO THE PIN HOLE-IN-ONE ENTRY FEE: $125.00 INCLUDES GREEN FEE, ½ CART, PRACTICE BALLS, REFRESHMENTS AND LUNCH DURING PLAY, DINNER AND DRINKS FOLLOWING PLAY. EAGLE SHOTS SOLD ON COURSE AT $20 PER TEAM. MULLIGANS AVAILABLE AT CHECK-IN, 2 FOR $10, MULLIGANS ALSO REGISTER YOU FOR DOOR PRIZE DRAWING. ENTRY FEE MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION. WE ACCEPT CASH, CHECK OR MC/VISA ENTRY DEADLINE: MONDAY, MAY 12, 2008 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- REGISTRATION FORM Player #1 Company_______________________________________ Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Player #2 Company_______________________________________ Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Player #3 Company_______________________________________ Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Player #4 Company_______________________________________ Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:________________________ Total Payment Enclosed:$_________ METHOD OF PAYMENT CHECK CREDIT CARD (VISA AND MC ONLY) Card Type:_________________________________ Name on card:_____________________________________________ Card number:___________________________________________ Exp date:_____________________ RETURN WITH ENTRY FEE TO: TABA, P.O. BOX 2002, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503. PHONE 254-773-0445, FAX 254-774-7273. On The Level - Table Of Contents 
 As I write, only three days have passed since the April whirlwind of events we call the Parade of Homes wrapped up, and the preliminary reports are looking good. This year, the whirlwind description seems to be more accurate than ever before. Friday night’s Barbeque and Awards presentation was almost washed out due to wild central Texas weather. With tornado sirens blaring, hail, rain and howling winds, those of us who arrived early were wondering whether anyone would bother to show up. But in true TABA style, the faithful slowly trickled in for an evening of good food, fellowship, entertainment, and recognition of their efforts. Congratulations to all the winners! The 2008 Parade will be remembered for its quantity and quality. With 19 homes there truly was something for everyone. This year also featured more luxury homes than usual. The TABA builders really pulled out all the stops in this category. The judges were impressed with the features and quality of construction and the parade visitors I spoke to seemed to be enjoying every minute. Events of this magnitude don’t just happen, and I’d like to say thank you to Parade Chairman Justin Scott and all of his committee members for a job well done. Executive Officer Cheryl Copeland and the committee started working on the Parade details months ago and the results of all their hard work were on display for two full weekends. The Parade and the barbeque went off without a hitch. Thanks again Cheryl, Justin and committee members! May is upon us and that can only mean one thing…golf tournament time. Make sure you get your team signed up, breakout the shorts, dust off the clubs and join us at Sammons on Friday, May 16th for a great time and lots of prizes. I’ll see you there but I promise I won’t get near a golf club! On The Level - Table Of Contents 
 Temple Passes Masonry Ordinance During the hearings on the masonry ordinance positive and negative view points were expressed. Though the staff and stakeholders presented a draft that was well deliberated, it became obvious that many thought the ordinance to be too far-reaching. The P&Z and Council both considered, but did not pass, proposed amendments that would have reduced the reach of the ordinance, and would have left it to impact only the major corridors in the city. What they ended up passing was an ordinance that affects facade decisions for new development throughout the City with the exception of some uses, zoning districts (ag and residential), and defined locations in the city. It remains to be seen whether the governing bodies made the right decision. TABA will be working with our realtors, suppliers and developers over the next year to try to determine if any business people decide not to “Choose Temple” due to the need to conform to the newest City development regulation on the books. I’m more convinced than ever of the significance of being involved in the rule-making process now that the Temple Council and Planning & Zoning Commission have heard public testimony surrounding the masonry ordinance. Though the ordinance is not perfect, it includes a variety of sections that likely wouldn’t have been considered without stakeholder involvement. Almost as if scripted, an example of the forethought that went into the ordinance came about at the Council meeting that followed the meeting in which the ordinance passed. One of the sections that the stakeholders included in the ordinance was a provision that gives the City staff the ability to add to the approved materials list on an ongoing basis. Materials on this list can be used by right on any new building facade without City approval. At the meeting, a zoning hearing took place in which the Council considered and approved a storage facility on one of the major corridors in Temple. The applicant volunteered to use a product on the full exterior façade that imitates stucco in look and feel. When asked by Council what the difference in cost would be to her overall project, the applicant testified that there would be little to no difference in the price of the product as compared to metal. I believe this is a good indication that the development community will adapt to the City’s call for more stringent façade standards. I think it’ll be a positive indication of the City’s intent to be equally willing to adapt if they’ll quickly add this new product to the approved materials list. On The Level - Table Of Contents 
PARADE HOMES COMPETE FOR SUPERIORITY AWARDS TABA celebrated the 2008 Parade of Homes with Master of Ceremonies, George White. George along with members of the 2008 Parade Committee announced the winning homes for the 2008 Parade of Homes at the awards ceremony and BBQ dinner Friday at the Temple Cultural Activities Center. The builders and homes receiving superiority awards included the following: BEST KITCHEN HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 126 Hamer – Ranger’s Promise – Salado – Carothers Executive Homes HOMES $326,000 - $449,999 HOMES $450,000 AND OVER BEST BATH HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 HOMES $326,000 - $449,999 HOMES $450,000 AND OVER BEST OVERALL FLOORPLAN HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 BEST LANDSCAPING HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 BEST CRAFTSMANSHIP HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 BEST INTERIOR DECOR HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 BEST CURB APPEAL HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 BUILDER’S CHOICE HOMES $176,000 – 225,999 HOMES $226,000 - $325,999 The homes were judged by a team of 6 builders and other industry professionals from the Austin and San Antonio area. The Builder’s Choice Award was conducted the following day with 11 TABA builder members participating. Homes not judged this year were Patco Construction's home on Saulsbury and Volney Building Company on River Ranch Rd. TABA would like to thank all of the participating builders on tour. A special thank you goes out to all of our event partners Central National Bank, Wolff Construction, Choice Rentals, Texas Bright Ideas, Inhouse Systems, Temple Daily Telegram and Tri-Supply, and the committee members and associate members who worked long hours to prepare these homes for a first class event. On The Level - Table Of Contents 
TABA BBQ Cook-Off The TABA BBQ Cook-Off is scheduled for Friday, June 13th at the Overlook Pavilion at Lake Belton. There are a few changes that will be implemented this year. First some of the categories have changed. We have eliminated the beans and dessert category and have added wild game and salsa. The five categories are now brisket, ribs, chicken, wild game and salsa. You may enter all five or any category that you choose. The cost for a team entry is still $25 and gates will open at 7am. ENTRY FORM
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MEMBERSHIP IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY At TABA, we always tout "our strength in numbers." The more members we have the stronger and more effective we are as an organization. The only way to increase our strength is to increase our numbers by increasing our membership.
These are just a few of the advantages that membership holds. To join is easy! Just click here for a membership application, fill it out and mail it in with the proper dues payment. Membership begins almost immediately! It's that easy. On The Level - Table Of Contents 
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On The Level - Table Of Contents  Summer is just around the corner and that means golf, bbq and the big Reverse Raffle. As the heat rises, so does the fun. The Annual TABA Golf Tournament is scheduled for Friday, May 16th at Sammons Golf Links. Don't forget to sign your team up to play as space is limited. A golf entry form can be found on the cover page of this month's newsletter. Fill it out and fax it back to me or shoot me an email. If cooking is your thing, don't forget the Annual TABA BBQ Cook-Off scheduled for Friday, June 13th. This year we have added to the judging categories, which now include salsa and wild game. It should be another great event. The Reverse Raffle was such a huge success last year that it is coming back. Scheduled for Friday, July 11th, the Reverse Raffle will again be held at the Knights of Columbus. We will sell 50 more tickets than last year and the committee is still working on the prizes but there is expected to be an even more substantial prize package. Keeping reading your newsletters for more information. The Parade of Homes was a huge success and it is all due to our participating builders, their many subcontractors and suppliers and our great partners. It is always a team effort when events such as these are produced and we truly appreciate everyone's support. That's it from my desk. Hope everyone is having a great year so far. I know we are. On The Level - Table Of Contents TABA Home-PAC News!!! Home PAC would like to ask you to be sure to vote in your local elections and remind your family, friends, and business associates as well. The Home PAC trustees received a number of calls to consider endorsements for local elections over the past month. Among those considered and approved were: On The Level - Table Of Contents |
