June 29, 2026

Hello Anderson Mill Neighbors,

The summer heat is here! As temperatures rise, it’s important to take a few extra steps to protect yourself, your family, and your neighbors.

• Stay hydrated! Drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty and avoid the hottest part of the day by planning outdoor activities for the morning or evening when temperatures are lower.
• Dress for the heat by applying sunscreen, wearing a hat and lightweight, loose-fitting clothing, and don't forget take breaks! If you’re outside swimming, gardening, exercising, or working, take frequent breaks in the shade or indoors to avoid sunburn and heat stroke.
• Don’t forget pets! Keep pets indoors during the hottest part of the day and provide plenty of fresh water, indoors or out. Remember that pavement can get dangerously hot for paws, so make sure your pet has access to shade and grass.
• Check on neighbors! A quick call or visit can make a big difference, especially for older adults or those who may need extra support.

Heat exhaustion can happen quickly. Watch for signs like heavy sweating, dizziness, weakness, headache, nausea, or confusion. If you notice these symptoms, move to a cooler place, drink fluids, and seek help if symptoms worsen.

Stay cool, stay safe, and enjoy the summer!

Anderson Mill Wildlife Spotlight

You may have seen videos of opossums, foxes, and even coyotes who live in Anderson Mill. Their presence, especially the opossums, is a good sign of the recovery and increasing health of our neighborhood’s ecosystem!

Opossums are nocturnal, solitary animals with an eclectic diet consisting of both plants and animals, including rodents, insects, crustaceans, and frogs. They may look ferocious, especially when showing all fifty teeth, but they are hardly ever aggressive and because an opossum’s body temperature is too low to support the rabies virus, they are rarely carriers. Opossums are also scavengers, helping to keep our roadways and sidewalks clean. A neighborhood with opossums tends to be considerably cleaner than a neighborhood without them.

https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/wild/species/oposum/

Coyotes tend to be wary of humans, but they can quickly become accustomed to approaching people, especially if they are fed. Though there has not been a single person killed by a coyote anywhere in the United States in the past 45 years, they are still wild animals, not pets. To keep both the coyotes and people safe, it is important to refrain from feeding or approaching them at all. Coyotes provide natural pest control by eating large numbers of rodents, snakes, insects, and carrion. They help keep ecosystems vital and healthy. Coyotes live alone, in pairs, or in small family groups. When they do mate, it is usually for life, and they are devoted parents. 

https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/wild/species/coyote/

Texas is home to both red and gray foxes, although only the common gray fox is native to the state, as red foxes were introduced sometime around 1875. Foxes are opportunistic feeders, but they are mostly carnivorous and prefer small mammals, birds, snakes, eggs, and insects. Both fox species are primarily nocturnal and tend to be most active in the evening and early morning. Gray foxes prefer drier, brushy, rocky habitats, while red foxes prefer more heavily wooded areas near streams or rivers. Fun fact: gray foxes are the only American canine species that can climb trees!

https://tpwmagazine.com/archive/2012/may/scout5_wildthing_foxes/

Overall, the presence of these three native species, along with many others, tell the story of a healthy living world in our neighborhood. Native plants and landscapes are providing food and shelter for native insects, who support the diets of native amphibians, reptiles, birds, and other small animals. In turn, these small creatures provide sustenance for the slightly larger and more visible animals. When we take care of nature in Anderson Mill, it really shows, and it makes our neighborhood a more inviting and stimulating place to be. The next time you catch a glimpse of a fox, coyote, or opossum here, give them space and take a quiet moment to be proud of all your neighbors, wild and otherwise!

AMLD News

AM Limited District’s 4th of July Celebration 

📅Saturday, July 4th

🕙10AM - 2PM

📍Harper Park (10AM-12PM)

📍El Salido Pool (12PM - 2PM)

Free Community Event! Join us as we celebrate the nation's 250th Independence Day this Saturday, July 4, with a day of family fun and community spirit!

Join us at Harper Park for morning activities from 10 AM–12 PM, and at El Salido Pool from 12 PM–2 PM for:

• Bike Parade (Begins 10 AM) Decorate your bikes, scooters, or wagons in red, white, and blue and join the fun!
• Inflatable Obstacle Course
• Petting Zoo
• Music & Yard Games
• FREE El Salido Pool Entry (12 PM–2 PM)

Bring your family, friends, and patriotic spirit — we’ll see you there!

AM Limited District Board of Directors Meeting

📅Thursday, July 9th

🕡6:30PM

📍11500 El Salido Parkway

You’re invited to attend the AM Limited District Board of Directors Meeting to listen in and take part in the Citizen Communication portion of the meeting. This is a great opportunity to share your thoughts and speak directly with the board that guides our community.

To see what topics will be discussed, you can view the meeting agenda here: https://amld.org/bod-meetings