Rolling Blackouts Across Texas

by smariani on February 2, 2011

ERCOT requires PEC to interrupt service

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas is directing Pedernales Electric and its other member transmission and distribution electric utilities to shed electric load to help prevent uncontrolled, widespread blackouts.

PEC will interrupt service to different parts of its territory in 10-minute increments to comply with the ERCOT directive. Because Pedernales Electric cannot guarantee continuous service, those who rely on uninterrupted power should make preparations.

PEC also asks its members to take steps to prepare for safe restoration of their electric service. All electrical appliances that were on when service was disrupted should be turned off, as well as the circuit breakers to major appliances. Once power is restored, members can help avoid overloading by turning these appliances back on in 15-minute intervals.

Members who call PEC toll-free at 1-888-883-3379 be connected with Pedernales Electric’s automated high volume call answering system, which is activated during major interruptions.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, based in Johnson City, Texas, is the largest distribution electric cooperative in the country, serving more than 236,000 meters in an 8,100-square-mile service area.

More information:
www.pec.coop

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508 Clover Flat - Silverado Ranch Home for Sale

by smariani on January 5, 2011

508 Clover Flat - ML# 6537837 - $224,999

Just 20 minutes north of downtown Austin, you’ll love living outside the congestion of central Austin and still having easy access to everything!

Beautiful and Spacious

Silverado Ranch home for sale 508 Clover FlatThe house offers 3,060 square feet of living space, including a large kitchen with extra large pantry/utility room, center island, and upgraded cabinets.

It also has a spacious breakfast area and a bar top open to the family room.

For work and entertaining, you’ll love the office/den and formal dining room downstairs.

Silverado Ranch home for sale 508 Clover FlatUpstairs, you’ll find a large master bedroom and three secondary bedrooms, all with walk-in closets.

The spacious loft/gameroom with surround sound makes a space for kids or a second living room.

With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office, gameroom, and a large backyard, there’s more than enough space to enjoy!

Silverado Ranch home for sale 508 Clover Flat Cedar Park

Click to View 508 Clover Flat Floorplan

See more photos and details now or request a showing today!

Ideal Location

Silverado Ranch park Vista Ridge Blvd.Just 2 blocks from the community park and pool, this home is also walking distance to the highly acclaimed Vista Ridge High School, Henry Middle School, and Reagan Elementary, HEB, Home Depot, Starbucks, and Brushy Creek Regional Trail.

It’s also just 2 miles from the 1890 Ranch shopping center and Austin’s award-winning Avery Ranch Golf Course, and 20 miles from downtown Austin or boating, fishing, and recreation on Lake Travis!

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly neighborhood with easy access to good schools or just want a beautiful home for a great value, this home has it all!

508 Clover Flat Home Features

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • 3,060 Square Feet of Living Space (per tax record)
  • Stylish Kitchen with Center Island
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den/Study
  • Gameroom/Loft
  • Mature Oak Trees in Front Yard
  • Large, Fenced Backyard
  • Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, and 12-Month Warranty Service Contract Included with List Price Offer

Silverado Ranch Area Amenities

  • 25-Meter community pool
  • Toddler pool with water feature
  • Silverado Ranch Community Park and Playscape just 2 blocks away
  • Walking distance to Vista Ridge High School, Henry Middle School, and Reagan Elementary, All Rated “Recognized” or “Exemplary”
  • Walking distance to HEB grocery store, Austin’s Pizza, Starbucks, and Brushy Creek Regional Trail, and near the New Brushy Creek Sports Park
  • 2 Miles from Austin’s award-winning Avery Ranch Golf Course, and the shops and restaurants at Avery Ranch Shopping Center
  • 2 Miles from the Cinemark Movie Theater, restaurants, and retail stores at 1890 Ranch Shopping Center, and the new Cedar Park Regional Medical Center

Don’t miss your chance to live in this great neighborhood! See more photos and details now or contact The Abbas Team at 512-522-4990 or abbasteam@realtyaustin.com today!

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Christmas Tree Recycling - January 2011

by smariani on January 2, 2011

If you’re ready to un-deck the halls and recycle your tree, here are three options [updated to add PEC]:

christmas tree recycling cedar parkPedernales Electric Coop Cedar Park Office
- Ends 1/7

Bring your natural, undecorated Christmas tree to Cedar Park and other participating PEC offices by January 7th, and PEC will recycle your tree into mulch to beautify area playgrounds and parks.

The Cedar Park PEC office is located at 1949 West Whitestone Blvd. Call 512-331-8883 for more information.

City of Cedar Park Tree Recycling
- 1/8 Only

The City of Cedar Park Parks and Recreation Department will offer free Christmas tree recycling at City Hall on Saturday, January 8th. Organizers ask that you remove all decorations, ornaments, and stands from your tree and bring it to the City Hall parking lot between 9:00 AM and noon on Saturday.

Cedar Park City Hall is located at 600 N. Bell Blvd. Tree mulch will be used for city landscaping, and participating residents can receive a free seedling while supplies last. Call 512-401-5500 for more information.

Williamson County Landfill and Hutto Recycling Center
- Ends 1/17

The Williamson County Landfill and Hutto Recycling Center is offering free Christmas tree recycling. The Center is open from 7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, and until noon on Saturdays, until Monday, January 17, 2011.

The landfill is located at 600 Landfill Road, just off FM 1660, between US 79 and SH 29. For more information on the tree recycling program, contact Denise Fraser at Waste Management, 512-899-0004.

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Road Closures on 1431 - Week of Jan 3, 2011

by smariani on January 2, 2011

cedar park road closuresKeep an eye out for stopped traffic on 1431 this week. The City of Cedar Park reports that periodic lane closures on RM 1431 may cause some traffic delays.

One lane of eastbound RM 1431 will be closed alternately from the 183A toll road to Vista Ridge Blvd. starting Tuesday, January 4 at 8:00 PM and continuing through Thursday, January 6 for asphalt work.

The intersection of RM 1431 and C-Bar Ranch Trail will be closed on Wednesday, January 5. Officers will be posted at intersections. Thursday night traffic will be routed using an alternate configuration. Expect Delays.

The inside westbound lane of RM 1431 will be closed from 183A to Vista Ridge Blvd. from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM on Wednesday, January 5 for asphalt work. Expect Delays.

For additional information on road closures, visit the City of Cedar Park’s website: http://www.cedarparktx.us/cp/road-closures.aspx

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