More than 1,000 automobiles a day drive by the entrance to Eagle Rock Subdivision entrance on FM 2325 and Woodcreek Drive and for 10 years passersby have wondered why there were no flags on the flagpoles at this entrance. The simple reason was lack of funds.
The Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree are partnering with the Woodcreek Property Owners Association, which comprises Woodcreek North, Fallbrook and Eagle Rock, on a project to “Raise the Flags at Eagle Rock.” This endeavor includes the beautification of the entrance, the safeguarding of the flags and the painting and lighting of the poles. The installation of downlight solar lighting will ensure the lights comply with Wimberley’s commitment to preserve the night sky.
The trees around the poles will be trimmed to insure visibility and safety and precautions have been taken to ensure the integrity of the area and flags. The U.S. Flag, Texas State Flag and the Wimberley Strong or Eagle Rock Flag will be allowed to fly.
The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree is dedicated to American Patriotism. Over the years they have raised funds for Wounded Warriors, medical centers catering to veterans, Emily Ann Veteran Memorial Park, and flag memorials such as the one in front of St. Mary Church.
“Raise the Flags at Eagle Rock” is currently accepting donations for this project. Associations interested in making a donation can contact Mike Schneider at mikedschneider@twc. com or Gary Barchfeld at gbarch@austin. rr.com for additional information or member presentations.
Donations will be memorialized in a plaque in the flag memorial park area $300 will be bronze, $400 will be silver, $500 will be gold and $1,000 for platinum.
The committee responsible for this project are pictured in the photo. They are 4th Degree Knights Gary Barchfeld, Dan Pitcher, and Mike Schneider. The Woodcreek Property Owners Association members are Connie Valentin and Cyndy Peterson. They can be contacted at 512-847-9889.
For credit card donations, go to www. kc4thdegree3109.com, under tickets, or checks can be made out to Raise the Flags at Eagle Rock and sent to Raise the Flags at Eagle Rock, ℅ KC 4th Degree, PO Box 765, Wimberley, 78676.
Donations will be memorialized in a plaque in the flag memorial park area $300 will be bronze, $400 will be silver, $500 will be gold and $1,000 for platinum. Funds raised will benefit our neighbors. Funds raised above our goal will be channeled to other Patriotic 4th Degree Projects.
