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It's hard to believe that 2018 is coming to a close. Sometimes it seems that time doesn't only fly, it does it at supersonic speeds. This has been a busy year for our committee. Let's hit the pause button for a moment and take a look back at the past year. This year we discussed making additions to existing rules and adding new ones as our community grows. Here are some of the highlights. We tackled the issue of flagpoles so that our rules follow those of the city of Beaumont. The rules referred to height, number and type of flags allowed and placement in our yards. Since we have a new recreational facility, we needed to update our signage rules to include The Lodge, The Summit and The Courts. Also included were rules for the sauna which is located at The Courts. We considered changes to the Community Guidelines regarding our guest policy and the number of guests that will be allowed when participating in a group activity. Written proposals go to the Board of Directors for consideration and then are sent to the residents for input and approval. Residents are notified of any proposed changes to the Community Guidelines and given an opportunity to vote on them. It is important to read any new rules and voice your opinion on them. Our community is a very active and vibrant one. We have a variety of people with varying cultures, backgrounds and expertise. We all care about Four Seasons and want to make this the best possible place to live. There are often different points of view but striving for a consensus of opinion is important. During the monthly Rules & Regulations Committee meetings, time is given for guests to voice their ideas and opinions. Committee members are always happy to listen to the concerns of residents and often learn a great deal from them. The members of the Rules & Regulations Committee want to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. Please join us for the monthly meetings and consider being a part of the committee. Our meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month at 9 am in the RCN Conference Room. We would love to see you there! ~ Margie Chadburn, mjchadburn@aol.com Rules & Regulations committee FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | DECEMBER 2018 23 Emergency Preparedness Committee FOOD IN AN EMERGENCY In the event of a disaster or emergency it is unlikely that your food supply would be cut off for two weeks. You should consider maintaining a supply that will last that long. Purchasing special food may not be necessary. You can use the canned goods, dry mixes and other staples on your cupboard shelves. Be sure to check expiration dates and follow first-in, first-out. Keeping a supply of comfort foods can lift morale in times of stress. Try to include foods that are high in calories and nutrition. Foods that require no refrigeration, water, special preparation or cooking are best. Individuals with special needs and allergies will need particular attention as will the elderly. Canned dietetic foods, juices and soups may be helpful for ill or elderly people. STORAGE TIPS • Keep food in a dry cool and dark spot. • Open boxes carefully so that they can close tightly after using them. • Store cookies and crackers in tightly sealed containers. • Store sugar, dried fruits and nuts in screw top jars for protection from pests. • Inspect foods for spoilage before use. • Dispose of any swollen, dented or corroded cans. • Check use by dates. Place new items in the back of the storage area and the older ones in front. A fireplace can be used for emergency cooking indoors, a barbecue grill or camp stove can be used outdoors. Cooked food can be kept warm using candles and chafing dishes or fondue pots. Canned food can be eaten straight out of the can. Never leave flames unattended either indoors or outdoors. Extinguish all flames before leaving the cooking area. Healthy people can survive on half of their usual food intake. Food can be rationed safely except for children and pregnant women. Avoid eating salty foods if your water supply is limited, they will make you thirsty. Eat whole grain cereals and canned foods with high liquid content. NUTRITION TIPS • Eat at least one well-balanced meal each day. • Drink at least two quarts or ½ gallon of water per day. • Take in enough calories to enable you to do any necessary work. • Include vitamin, mineral and protein supplements in your food supply to ensure adequate nutrition. NOTE: This is a copy of a FEMA/Red Cross Bulletin. We are dark for December. Look for our January meeting dates in the next Breeze magazine. ~ Mike Mendoza

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