Matt Lafata’s Weekly Community News

May 31, 2007 – Volume 6, Issue 22

matt@mattlafatamarketing.com – www.mattlafatamarketing.com

Once upon a time, in a land not too far from here…well, Oklahoma is not too far from here.

This week, my daughter and I went to Oklahoma City to watch some of the Women’s College Softball World Series. After getting a little sunburned during the afternoon games, we decided to head back to our hotel in Bricktown. Being big Toby Keith fans, we decided to go to “Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill” for dinner and see if Toby was hanging around, or something.

We sat down and had a drink – water for Kaleigh and a beer for me. Little did I know that Toby Keith himself would then buy me a beer. But that’s not all, we even got to sit in the back of his pickup truck for a picture!

Ok, I have to admit, it didn’t happen exactly like that, but it was close. Being the inquisitive guy that I am, I asked the waitress if Toby comes around much. She indicated he comes around about every three months and showed us where his table is. If you’ve never been to “Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill”, and you are fan, there are some cool pictures on the wall and it’s a generally cool place to hang out.

In any event, how did Toby buy me a beer? Well, after my beer arrived from our regular waitress, another waitress brought one over, not knowing I already got what I ordered. I made her aware of this fact and she shrugged her shoulders and said, “This one is on the house!”  So, I took that to mean that Toby bought me a beer! And then we sat in the back of the pickup truck that was inside for a photo op. Kaleigh bought herself the obligatory t-shirt, so we were both happy.

Enjoy the newsletter and have a great weekend!

This newsletter and information source is designed to bring us all a little closer together each week by providing coverage of so many things going on in our community. There are so many amazing things in this newsletter, as there are every week. Please forward this newsletter to all your friends and neighbors and encourage them to sign up to receive it themselves. They will greatly appreciate you for it as no citizen should be without this important information at their fingertips.  Let’s work to get all Frisco citizens on this list as a more informed society is a more functional society.

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Inspirational Quote of the Week:

“You can't expect people to look eye to eye with you if you are looking down on them.” - Anonymous

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In this jam packed issue you will find lots of great information. There is something for everyone including the following…

KKR, TPG and TXU Announce a Total 15% Price Reduction: 31

Matt’s Blog - Blog - an online diary; a personal chronological log of thoughts published on a Web page – LAST UPDATED 1/30/07

Newsletter Staff Members and Contributors

Matt Lafata – Editor and Publisher – 214-336-3355

Kaleigh Lafata – Tornado Talk

Sarah Ianace – Happenings in Frisco ISD

Glenn Kopanski – Landscape Design

Pedro Checo – Advice from Dr. Checo

Joe Hockaday, CPA – Today’s Tax Talk From Joe!:

State Representative Ken Paxton -- Capitol Steps

Citizen of the Month and Neighborhood of the Month Details

If you have a citizen or neighborhood you would like to nominate, please send it to me.

The Citizen of the Month will focus on a person or group in Frisco who has been nominated by another individual. He, she or they could be a person or a group who has recently done something special that contributes to the well-being of our city and/or its citizens, or it could be somebody who has had (or currently has) an interesting career or experiences that could be shared with our readers.

The Neighborhood of the Month will highlight a particular neighborhood in our city. I am looking to hear from you as to why your Neighborhood is so special.

Please send an email to community@mattlafatamarketing.com to nominate and explain why a Frisco citizen or a neighborhood should be honored with this monthly recognition.

May Neighborhood of the Month Winner:

The May neighborhood of the month goes to…Heather Ridge Estates!!! Resident Jill Hornback submitted Heather Ridge Estates and was chosen the winner.

Jill, tell everybody about Heather Ridge Estates and why it is such a great neighborhood to live in…

What attributes make Heather Ridge Estates the neighborhood of the month?  The amazing residents and committees who strive to ensure family fun activities throughout the year.  The beautiful Amenity Center is the central point of several high energy neighborhood events such as the 2007 Flashlight Walk/Block party which was used by the Frisco Police department to "kick off" National Night Out in Frisco, Neighborhood Watch National Night Out party, Easter egg hunt with over 2500 eggs, Memorial Day pool party, and a 4th of July parade and family picnic. The HOA sponsored committees work hard not only to provide activities for residents, but also events that benefit Frisco charities such as a neighborhood food drive, toys for tots, and neighbors in need which residents combine efforts to help one another in times of difficulties. Many other activities take place in Heather Ridge Estates such as a monthly girls night out, dinner club for residents over 55 years old, weekly playgroups, and an annual kid's campout where everyone is invited to pitch a tent in their front yards and watch the stars. The main goal for the Heather Ridge Estates HOA board and residents is to promote a social atmosphere among residents, display friendly hospitality to new neighbors, and strive to ensure proactive and innovative approach to making Heather Ridge Estates the greatest and safest neighborhood in Frisco.

May Citizens of the Month Winner:

The May Citizens of the Month are…the Clark Middle School Band Relay For Life Team! Proud parent Teressa Pavich submitted this entry and they were chosen the winner. Here is what Teressa had to say about the Clark Middle School Band Relay For Life Team and why they are so deserving of this recognition.

Sixteen 6th-8th grade members of the Clark Middle School Band participated in the Frisco Relay For Life on Friday April 20th which benefits the American Cancer Society. They were led by Assistant Band Director Mrs. Gayle Amato, this outstanding group of students chose to “Lick Cancer”. They received a Gold Level Award from the American Cancer Society for raising over $5000.  They were the 4th ranked team at the event and raised $6101.52.  Fourteen of their sixteen team members were able to spend the entire night at the event and all fourteen weary participants ensured that they had at least one member of their team walking on the track for the 12 hour duration of the event – in fact most of the team the team would walk together!

They were outstanding ambassadors for the Clark Middle School Band and for Frisco ISD.  They showed incredible compassion and dedication to a worthwhile cause and it warms my heart to know that these amazing young adults already understand the word ‘community’ on a level that many adults can not.

Congratulations to the Clark Middle School Band Relay For Life Team and everybody who participated in this great event.

City of Frisco Related Question of the Week:

Q. We are fairly new to the Frisco area, and would like to get to know what is being built near us. Is there a simple list of approved business applications or something like that which does not require searching through meeting minutes and GIS maps?

A. To see a list of approved permits and certificates of occupancy you can go to the Planning & Development page of the City's website and access the Building Inspections menu on the left side of the page. Select Monthly Reports from the list and then access the list, which is published on a monthly basis. The links at the top of the page provide detailed information about each application. For general information you may access the links at the bottom of the page which does not include all of the contractor information.

This Day in History – May 31, 1859, Big Ben Goes Into Operation in London

From the History Channel…

The famous tower clock known as Big Ben, located at the top of the
320-foot-high St. Stephen's Tower, rings out over the Houses of
Parliament in Westminster, London, for the first time on this day in 1859.


After a fire destroyed much of the Palace of Westminster--the
headquarters of the British Parliament--in October 1834, a standout feature of the design for the new palace was a large clock atop a
tower. The royal astronomer, Sir George Airy, wanted the clock to have pinpoint accuracy, including twice-a-day checks with the Royal Greenwich Observatory. While many clockmakers dismissed this goal as impossible, Airy counted on the help of Edmund Beckett Denison, a formidable barrister known for his expertise in horology, or the
science of measuring time.


Denison's design, built by the company E.J. Dent & Co., was completed in 1854; five years later, St. Stephen's Tower itself was finished.
Weighing in at more than 13 tons, its massive bell was dragged to the
tower through the streets of London by a team of 16 horses, to the
cheers of onlookers. Once it was installed, Big Ben struck its first
chimes on May 31, 1859. Just two months later, however, the heavy
striker designed by Denison cracked the bell. Three more years passed
before a lighter hammer was added and the clock went into service
again. The bell was rotated so that the hammer would strike another
surface, but the crack was never repaired.


The name "Big Ben" originally just applied to the bell but later came
to refer to the clock itself. Two main stories exist about how Big Ben
got its name. Many claim it was named after the famously long-winded Sir Benjamin Hall, the London commissioner of works at the time it was built. Another famous story argues that the bell was named for the popular heavyweight boxer Benjamin Caunt, because it was the largest of its kind.


Even after an incendiary bomb destroyed the chamber of the House of Commons during the Second World War, St. Stephen's Tower survived, and Big Ben continued to function. Its famously accurate timekeeping is regulated by a stack of coins placed on the clock's huge pendulum, ensuring a steady movement of the clock hands at all times. At night, all four of the clock's faces, each one 23 feet across, are illuminated. A light above Big Ben is also lit to let the public know when Parliament is in session.

May is National Better Sleep Month:

So far this month we have covered Asthma and Allergy Awareness, Osteoporosis Awareness, Arthritis Awareness, and Stroke Awareness.

We all have too much to do, so take time out and recharge yourself by getting a good night's sleep. The quality and quantity of your sleep can make all the difference in how productive you'll be the next day. Here are ten tips to help you get the sleep you need and deserve.

• Maintain a regular bed and wake time schedule, including weekends.

• Establish a regular, relaxing bedtime routine such as soaking in a hot bath or hot tub and then reading a book or listening to soothing music.

• Create a sleep-conducive environment that is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool.

• Sleep on a comfortable mattress and pillows.

• Use your bedroom only for sleep and sex. It is best to take work materials, computers and televisions out of the sleeping environment.

• Finish eating at least two to three hours before your regular bedtime.

• Exercise regularly. It is best to complete your workout at least a few hours before bedtime.

• Avoid nicotine (e.g., cigarettes, tobacco products). Used close to bedtime, it can lead to poor sleep.

• Avoid caffeine (e.g., coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate) close to bedtime. It can keep you awake.

• Avoid alcohol close to bedtime. It can lead to disrupted sleep later in the night.

Visit The Better Sleep Council at www.bettersleep.org for more information.

Just a reminder - this newsletter is put together with information from many different sources. You can also view this newsletter and past newsletters in the News section of my web site at www.mattlafatamarketing.com. If you do not receive your emailed newsletter for some reason, please visit www.mattlafatamarketing.com each week as some mail servers block emails that are sent to multiple recipients. Just remember that if you don’t get it by each Friday, you can read it on the web site.

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Homeowner Association Meetings and Other Group Meetings:

If you have an upcoming meeting that you would like a city official at, just to be available to answer any questions, please let us know. If Matt’s schedule permits, he would love to attend.

Answering Questions for Kids and Young Adults:

As you know, communication and sharing information is something that I spend a lot of time doing. I frequently get asked to answer questions for kids and young adults for school projects or leadership programs. Usually the project involves getting these questions answered from somebody in a leadership position, and as a City Council member, I’m always happy to take the time to do this. If your son or daughter ever needs questions answered from a leadership figure for projects of any kind, please feel free to contact me or have them contact me directly.

Alternatively, if your child is interested in learning more about city government and has questions, feel free to contact me.

Finally, if you are looking for a speaker to talk to a group of kids or young adults about city government or Frisco in general, I’m happy to try and schedule something.

All the opinions, endorsements or recommendations in this newsletter are mine alone and they do not necessarily reflect the opinions or views of any organization or group with whom I am affiliated or the individuals who are a part of such organizations and groups.  You should not rely on any statement made in this newsletter as evidenced of how I may act as a member of any organization or group.  Inclusion of news, events and other information in this newsletter does not imply an endorsement; it merely serves as my effort to be of service to the readers.

All About Frisco:

In our continuing efforts to bring information to our great community, we have updated our web site with listings of:

• Frisco Neighborhoods and Homeowner Associations
• Churches and other places of Worship
• Clubs and Organizations
• The Frisco Independent School District and other Schools

Visit www.friscocommunity.com to access this information and I look forward to your feedback. This site will continue to grow and evolve over time.

About Matt Lafata:

Matt Lafata is the proud parent of three children and moved to Frisco from Gloucester, MA in January, 1999. Mr. Lafata has helped build several highly successful businesses for more than 20 years. A long-time business consultant, entrepreneur and human resources professional, he is the Director of Business Development with the Frisco-based HR strategy and technology consulting firm HRchitect (www.HRchitect.com). He is also the founder of several marketing and public relations agencies including The Matt Lafata Marketing Group (www.mattlafatamarketing.com). Previously, Mr. Lafata was an Executive Vice President of a computer software company where he was responsible for corporate development, marketing, sales, product development and more. Mr. Lafata studied finance and business management at Salem State College in Salem, Massachusetts.

Mr. Lafata is involved in numerous organizations throughout Frisco. He is in his 2^nd term as a Frisco City Council member and has been involved in the following…

• Former Deputy Mayor Pro Tem on the Frisco City Council
• Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner
• Graduate of Leadership Frisco
• 2005 recipient of the “21 Leaders of the 21^st Century” by Inside Collin County Business
• Graduate of the Citizen’s Police Academy and a member of the Alumni group
• Youth sports coach
• Past board member for the Frisco Family Services Center
• St. Francis of Assisi Knights of Columbus Member
• Member of the Frisco Heritage Association
• Member of the Frisco Association for the Arts
• Community Advisory Board member for the Frisco Women’s League
• Board member for the Frisco Square Municipal Management District
• City of Frisco Technology Committee member
• City of Frisco Budget and Audit subcommittee member
• Tax Increment Finance board member
• Co-Director of the Mrs. Texas United States Pageant
• Honorary Chair for World AIDS Day 2007 in Collin County

Since 2001, Matt has produced this very popular e-newsletter that goes out every week to over 40,000 people and businesses which keeps the Frisco community in touch with local events and businesses.

Matt recently became engaged to Erika Howe of Frisco, who also has three children.

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Dear Friends,

This week’s newsletter is sponsored by St. Francis Catholic Church and their upcoming Texas Hold’em Tournament. Also check out the spotlight on Frisco Square and their summer series of “Movies in the Square”. A lot of work goes into putting this newsletter together and I greatly appreciate the support of our sponsors so please patronize them wherever possible.

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Newsletter Sponsor – Texas Hold’em Tournament (06/15/2007) Benefiting the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community:

Come enjoy the fun and excitement at the Collin County Association of Realtors Banquet Room on Friday, June 15th. The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Texas Hold’em Tournament, benefiting the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community and the many charities of the Knights of Columbus.

The Top 10 finishers will walk away with great prizes.  Top prize is a $1,500 American Express gift card and a Champions Bracelet.  Second Place receives a 3 Night Stay in Las Vegas with airfare.  Several door prizes will also be awarded throughout the night. Aside from these great prizes, fellowship will be even greater.

Tournament entry (donation) is $80 and includes light snacks, drinks, and your playing chips to enter the tournament. To reserve a seat at the hottest Texas Hold’em tournament around, you can purchase tickets one of three ways: 1) online via PayPal at http://www.texasholdemfrisco.org, 2) contact Bob Sirois at Classique Jewelers (972-712-1934), or 3) Don Dyson at dysonswtsu@yahoo.com or (214) 395-6965.

Donation and Sponsorship opportunities are still available.  Please contact Ken LaPlante at klapl1@hotmail.com.

Visit www.texasholdemfrisco.org for complete details.

Spotlight On…Frisco Square to Host “Movies in the Square” Every Friday Evening this Summer:

Frisco Square, a master-planned lifestyle community in the heart of Frisco, recently announced their plans to host Movies in the Square featuring family-oriented movies each Friday evening at 9:00 PM beginning June 1 through August 10, 2007.  Studio Movie Grill, which is opening at Frisco Square in December 2007, is a lead sponsor of Movies in the Square.

The movies will be projected on a giant, 26’ x 13’ inflatable movie screen located in Frisco Square and there is no charge to view them.  However, summer-time refreshments such as snow cones, popcorn and nuts will be available for a nominal fee.  Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the outdoor movies in comfort. 

“Frisco Square is becoming known for its family-friendly events such as Christmas in the Square and Fair in the Square,” noted Jim Leslie, managing partner of Frisco Square.  “Movies in the Square is another enjoyable activity to entertain Frisco families.” 

The movie schedule is listed below and more complete information can be found at www.friscosquare.com:

Friday, June 1                   Field of Dreams

Friday, June 8                   Talladega Nights

Friday, June 15                 Shrek

Friday, June 22                 Secondhand Lions

Friday, June 29                 Happy Feet

Friday, July 6                    Goonies

Friday, July 13                  Happy Gilmore

Friday, July 20                  E.T.

Friday, July 27                  Mean Girls

Friday, August 3                Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday, August 10              Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Frisco Square is a pedestrian-friendly urban development that features a unique blend of shopping, dining, office space, apartment living, town homes, park space and Frisco's new city hall and library.   When complete, the 147-acre project will include 4.4 million square foot project, showcasing approximately 1.5 million square feet of office space, 500,000 square feet of retail space, 1400 apartments, 500 town homes/stacked-flats/condominiums, and 144,000 square feet of municipal facilities.   Originally designed by nationally renowned architect, David M. Schwarz, and recently re-designed by RTKL, Frisco Square is located in the heart of Frisco at the southeast corner of the Dallas North Tollway and Main Street, directly across from Pizza Hut Park, the world’s largest soccer complex and home to FC Dallas. Additional information on Frisco Square is available at www.friscosquare.com or through the Frisco Square information center at 469-633-1721.

100.3 JACK FM’s “Jacked-Update:”

JACK FM loves Frisco!

For the 3rd year now, JACK FM has chosen Frisco as one of six locations in the DFW Metroplex for one of their free summer block parties. On Saturday, June 30th from 6pm-8pm, bring your lawnchairs out to Frisco Square where you’ll find a live band, food, and fun for the whole family. It’s JACK’s way of thanking Frisco for the great support all year long! There are opportunities for your business to be on-site as well during the block party, so contact the station here for more information.

“JACK’S BIG SHOW”-- August 4th with Don Henley, The Pretenders & the reunion of The Stray Cats!

JACK is gearing up for the concert of the year with headliner Don Henley at Nokia Theatre on August 4th. JACK will also be in Frisco throughout the summer giving tickets away at various appearances, so listen to the station to find out when & where. You can get your seats at www.jackontheweb.com as well as www.ticketmaster.com. Because this is JACK’s show, the station can bring your business on-site the night of the show to be showcased in front of 6000+ concert attendees. This is the fastest selling pre-selling of a show ever in the history of Nokia Theatre and sure to be a sell out! Contact the station here for more information to have your business be a part of the excitement.

Drought Update:

With all the rain we have been having as of late, many of you have been asking if the “Stage 3” restrictions are going to be lifted. While I think water conservation is going to be a way of life from this point forward in North Texas, the question was asked of our Director of Public Works, Gary Hartwell, and his responses follows…

“The Drought Contingency Plan of the North Texas Municipal Water District has nine triggers for the initiation and termination of Stage 3.  The levels in Lake Lavon, Lake Chapman, and Lake Texoma represent only three of those triggers.  Currently, the most significant trigger is related to exceeding the permitted supply.  The State of Texas provides a legal limit to the amount of water a water supplier can deliver to customers in any calendar year.  Our district has exceeded that amount for the last two years due to the lack of rainfall and the excessive use of water for outdoor watering.  The district has accelerated the construction of two water supply projects due for completion in late 2007 or early 2008.  These projects will significantly increase the permitted supply of the district and reduce the need for restrictions.

The City of Frisco needs to support the recommendations of the district regarding water conservation and drought contingency plans.  We will continue to explore ways help our residents water more efficiently.”

That being said, the city staff will be bringing forth recommendations to the City Council at the next meeting on June 5^th regarding some changes to the current restrictions. I’ll update you next week as to what these changes entail.

Frisco Residents of Color (FROC) Celebrates One Year Anniversary:

Frisco Residents of Color (FROC) celebrated their first year anniversary with a party at the home of founder & Executive Director Karen Griggsby.  FROC has also announced its first annual membership campaign beginning June 1st.  For further information regarding the organization please send emails to karen.griggsby@sbcglobal.net or call 972-347-5591.

Come Play on STRIKZ’s Summer Pass:

Cool Summer Fun isn't just a slogan for Strikz this summer!!  We are offering our Cool Summer Pass Card good for all summer-June, July, and August.  Not only will you get a $25 game card mailed to you each month, but you'll receive free shoes, 1/2 price Lazer Runner and bowling (Sunday-Thursday) and 25% off ALL food!!  This special is valued well over $75, but come in and get it for $69.88 and if you sign up now, you will get a free email special per month as well.  Contact Strikz at www.strikz.com for flyers and sign-up information. 

Frisco Soccer Association Registration Opens June 4th:

Players must be 4 prior to August 1st. Official birth certificate required for all new players

Games start September 8th

REGISTER ONLINE ANYTIME.  NO LINES, NO WAITING. WWW.FRISCOSOCCER.ORG
 

Walk in registration at the FSA office Saturday, June 9th and Saturday July 14th.

Registration also accepted during regular office hours

Regular Registration: June 4- July 14

*Late Registration Period:  July 15 - July 21

(*add $10 per player, online only)

Mailing Address:  Frisco Soccer, PO Box 1479, Frisco, TX  75034

Office Location:  9741 Preston Rd, Suite 303, Frisco 75034

Phone:  972-712-GOAL (4625)

www.friscosoccer.org

First Annual Grace Avenue United Methodist Church GAMMA (Grace Avenue Missions, Ministry and Assistance) Golf Tournament:

Sunday, September 14, 2007. Check-in is 11:30am with a 1pm shotgun start. It will be held at the Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club at 2701 Ridgeview Drive in Plano. The entry fee is $100 and all proceeds go to the GAMMA funds.

To register or for more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Rob Cruson at 972-896-3851 or at robcruson@sbcglobal.net

Dallas Baptist University Free Summer Basketball Camp:

The Dallas Baptist University Basketball Program will be hosting two free basketball camps this summer for boys and girls ages 8 - 15.  The first camp will be held at First Baptist Church of Frisco, June 11 - 14 from 9am - 3pm.  The camp is free of charge and is open to the first sixty people to register. 

The second camp will be held at Antioch Fellowship Baptist Church at 7550 South Hampton Rd. in Dallas.  The camp will run June 18 - 21, from 9am - 3pm and will also be free of charge.  There are thirty spaces still available for the Antioch Fellowship camp.

The camps will include skill instruction, games, and daily devotionals with Dallas Baptist University coaches and players.  To reserve your space for a camp please call Brandon Curran in the Dallas Baptist University Basketball Office at 214 333 5514 or email to brandon@dbu.edu.

4^th Annual Monte Carlo Night:

SAVE THE DATE for an evening you won't want to miss. The 4th Annual Monte Carlo Night , An Evening Under The Stars  Saturday, August 4th 2007, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community 8000 El Dorado Parkway Frisco, Texas Come Join an evening of Community wide Fellowship, Food and Fun. This promises to be a premier event once again. New Friends, New Menu, Great Live Entertainment, Casino Gaming, Texas Hold Em, Bingo, Silent and Live Auctions and more.