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july 2010 Volume 2, Issue 7
C i r C u l a rOfficial Publication of the
Cypress Point Homeowner's Association
Cypress PointNews, News, and More News
The first place yard of the month was awarded to Kelly Bise at 16635 Cypress Downs. Kelly has done a wonderful job in keeping this yard well manicured. Thank you Kelly for helping to keep Cypress Point beautiful!
Honorable mentions were also given to the following homes:
16734 Thorn Cypress – Donald & Doris HigginBottom16702 Ripping Lake- Eric & Rhonda Budge14310 Pelican Marsh-George & Violet Hermiz14310 Pelican Marsh – Al Ramozi & Teresa Garza15002 Terra Point – Bradford & Carolyn Miedke16211 Indian Cypress – Gwendolyn O’Conner & Allan Worthington16726 Rose Glade – Abid Khan
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Congrats Neighbor!
GraduatinG SeniorS, ClaSS of 2010I have only received 3 names of graduating seniors. I know there has to be more
than that in all of Cypress Point. Class of 2010 includs Cy-Woods, private high schools, and colleges. Please email me your childs’ name, where they are graduating from, your street, parents, siblings, any activities they were involved with during high school or college, awards, and plans for the future. You may also include a short note to your child (ex: John we are so proud of you, etc, etc, Love always Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother, family pets, etc!, Sue, I get your bedroom now!, Lil Sis!) I will include whatever I have received in the August edition. I know school will be starting soon after, but I really would like to include as many kiddos from CP as I can. Last date for this will be July 8th so get those names and information to me asap! Thanks to those residents that have already sent me their child’s name and information.
need Help in SCHool? need tutorinG?Name: Alex Jensen Grade: Senior @ Cy-Woods (2010-2011)DOB: 10/1992 Phone: 281-304-2100
Alex has always been an Honor Roll student, so I definitely think he could help any grade up through 11th. He just finished taking four “K” level classes: U.S. History, Chemistry I, English III, and Pre-Calculus; and an “AP” class in Music Theory (he lettered in Choir in 9th grade, and has been an All-Stater the last 2 years – if anyone needs help with Choir!). Sounds like the man for the job if you need help in any of your classes!
feline newS!There have been several postings regarding cats that are running throughout the
neighborhood, over populating and using residents flowerbeds as their personal litter box. Here are some facts that might help. Of course, being a responsible pet owner is the very first thing that should come to mind. Even if your cat is an outdoor cat, they shouldn’t be allowed to roam the neighborhood not only for your cat’s safety but for consideration for your neighbors. The following tips were sent to us from Houston Plant and Garden World:
Commercial Cat RepellentsOne of the commercial cat repellents available is a powder called, “Shake-Away.”
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important numberSnon-emerGenCy numberSCy-Fair V.F.D ................................................ 281-550-6663Sheriff ’s Department ...................................... 713-221-6000Cypress Substation ......................................... 281-376-2997Cy-Fair Medical Center .................................. 281-890-4285
Government numberSAnimal Control ............................................. 281-999-3191Automobile Registration................................. 713-224-1919Dead Animal Pick-Up .................................... 713-802-5000Department Of Public Safety ......................... 713-681-6187Driver’s License .............................................. 281-890-5440FBI ................................................................. 713-693-5000
Game warden(Tx. Parks & Wildlife Dept.) .......................... 281-842-8100Harris County Judge ...................................... 713-755-4000Harris County Precinct 3 ............................... 281-463-6300Harris County Tax Office ............................... 713-224-1919(Tags/Titles, Taxes & Voter Registration)Health Department ........................................ 713-439-6000Social Security .............................................1-800-772-1213U.S. Post Office ..........................................1-800-275-8777
miSCellaneouS numberSBetter Business Bureau ................................... 713-605-7767Cypress Creek Library .................................... 281-376-4610Cy-Fair Sports Association .............................. 281-345-7426Harris County Library (NW Branch .............. 281-890-2665The Houston Chronicle ................................. 713-220-7171Victim’s Assistance .......................................... 713-755-5625Special Pals (lost pets ...................................... 281-579-7387
SCHool numberSGoodson Middle School ................................. 281-373-2350Bus Information ............................................. 281-897-4380Cy-Fair Administration .................................. 281-897-4000Cy-Fair College .............................................. 281-290-3200Cy-Fair High School ...................................... 281-897-4600Cy-Woods High School .................................. 281-213-1800Farney Elementary.......................................... 281-373-2858
utility numberSNWHC MUD 10 (Water & Sewer) ............... 281-578-4200 Severn Trent, 16337 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084-5109Gas Customer Service ..................................... 713-659-2111Power Outages/Downed Power Lines ............. 713-207-2222Best Trash (Trash) ........................................... 281-313-2378
emerGenCy numberSAmbulance .....................................................................911Fire ..................................................................................911Sheriff ’s Department .......................................................911Poison Control ........................................1-800-222-1222
Mike Flowers .......................................................... PresidentLes Sutton .......................................................Vice PresidentTom Weathersby .................................................... TreasurerDan Lowe ...............................................................SecretaryGary Stebbins .............................................Director-at-LargeKevin Leitner .............................................Director-at-LargeMary Laughlin ...........................................Director-at-Large
Community website is www.cypresspoint.org.
NewsletteREditor - Tammie Ogrodowicz .............. [email protected]
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Cypress pointShake-Away bears the scent of the urine of predators that cats fear, namely, the coyote, the fox and the bobcat. This commercial cat repellent comes in a granular form, which you simply sprinkle around the problem area. The product is advertised as being organic, making it an acceptable option to use around children and pets. Nor will it harm your plants.
Plants that Are Cat RepellentsSome plants give off smells that cats dislike. One such plant,
Coleus canina, goes by the common name, “scaredy cat plant.” As the second term in the Latin name indicates (think “canine”), it is also effective if you have trouble landscaping with dogs. (Someone also put on the s/d website that this is poisonous, so careful to not put it where children can’t get to it). Other plants often recommended for keeping cats away from yards are:
rue, lavender (which deer pests also dislike), and pennyroyal
Other substances that Double as Cat RepellentsTry sprinkling “stinky” substances around the problem area,
including: dried-blood (“blood meal”) fertilizermothballs (drop them into a can or jar, cover, and make a few holes in the cover)cayenne pepper flakes (but see below)
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Orange Oil or citrus peels. You will need to re-apply this every week or so since the scent of them wares off quicklyCoffee grounds (spread them around with the mulch/dirt and cats are very repelled by them)Note that mothballs are toxic, thus the recommendation that
you use them in a covered can or jar. Avoid even this usage if small children will be in the yard and could, potentially, open such a can or jar.
things to put in the gardenTry laying down chicken wire and then mulching atop it lightly.
You can actually cut the holes a bit bigger for the plants to be planted in.
Cats don’t like to walk on bristly material. So in mulching the problem bed, include something on which the refined paws of cats will fear to tread, such as sharp-edged pine cones.
And the best thing for over population is always: Low Cost Spay and Neuter:The Greater Good 281-496-5983SNAP 713-863-0010Houston Humane Society 713-433-6421
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Increasing water safety awareness and standards
FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DROWNING
For more information,check out our website at
www.colinshope.org
Drowning is the leadingcause of unintentional
injury-related deathin children ages 1-4
Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of unintentional injury-related death ages 1-14.
DROWNING WILL AFFECT YOUOR SOMEONE YOU KNOW
Most children are out of sight or missing for less than 5 minutes and usually in the presence of 1 or both parents.
NO ONE is “drown proof” – no matter their level of swimming ability.
Falls, entrapments, and injuries lead to drowning regardless of swimming level.
A majority of people overestimate their own and their child’s ability to swim, especially in a panic event.
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Drowning occurs in as little as 2 minutes.
Most children die who are submerged for as little as 6-10 minutes.
Irreversible brain damage occurs in as little as 4 minutes.
2min 4min 6min
Children who drown do not scream, splash, or struggle. They silently slip beneath the water, even with adults & lifeguards present.
DROWNING IS QUICK AND SILENT
DROWNING CAN STILL OCCUREVEN IF YOU KNOW HOW TO SWIM
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doG loverS unite! (Have to be fair to botH!)If you have ever taken your dog to a dog park you know how much
fun they are for people and dogs too. You probably also know there is not one in our neck of the woods if you live in far NW Houston. The nearest off leash public dog park is Bill Archer Park in the Bearcreek Park area on Hwy 6 near I-10. If you have not ever been to a dog park you may soon get a chance to do so here in our own back yard. The Houston Dog Park Association (HDPA) is proud to be partnering with sponsor Barks 5th Avenue to bring a public dog park to far NW Houston. Land next to the Barks 5th Avenue facility on 1960 near Jones Rd. will be donated by the land owner to HDPA to build a public dog park on. HDPA will design, construct and manage the dog park. The plan is in preliminary stages now and more details will be shared at the Kick Off and Fund Raising event to be held October 2nd in the parking lot of Barks 5th Avenue at 10620 FM 1960 West, Houston, TX 77070.
We will be announcing the event details on our web site soon but you can mark your calendar for Oct. 2nd now. Leashed pets will be invited to the event and we’ll have lots of fun for people and doggies including a dog and car wash, frisbee dog demonstrations, doggie costume contest, and lots of local vendor tables with freebies and goodies to give away and win. We are seeking vendors and will also
need volunteers to help setup and work at the event from washing cars and dogs to entertainment and set up/clean up. HDPA is also seeking sponsors and vendors as well as entertainment for the event, contact HDPA to offer your services or reserve your space.
You can donate to the NW area dog park construction fund right now on our web site under Programs via Paypal or you can donate at the event. Dog park donations are tax deductible. HDPA has already raised over $1000 for the NW area dog park. HDPA will be forming a “Friends of the NW Area Dog Park Committee” to help us plan and develop this new dog park and the event and we need volunteers. If you’d like to help us make this dream a reality for NW Houston dog owners email [email protected] to learn how you can help. HDPA is a 501c3 non-profit volunteer organization that advocates for dog parks and supports dog park patrons through education. Learn more about HDPA, how you can help, and what HDPA is doing to support dog parks all around Houston on our web site. For a map of all the dog parks around Houston visit www.HoustonDogPark.org. See you at the dog park!
Author Tiffany Moore is the President of the Houston Dog Park Association and an Advisory Board Member on the Gragg Park Animal Campus project for BARC. www.animalcampus.org
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History of July 4th, independence dayAt the time of the signing the US consisted of 13 colonies
under the rule of England’s King George III. Leading up to the signing, there had been growing unrest in the colonies surrounding the taxes that colonists were required to pay to England. The major objection was “Taxation without Representation” -- the colonists had no say in the decisions of English Parliament. Rather than negotiating, King George sent extra troops to the colonies to help control any rebellion that might be arising. The following timeline will give you a crash course in the history that lead to the signing of the Declaration of Independence and America’s break from British rule.
1774 - The 13 colonies send delegates to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to form the First Continental Congress. While unrest was brewing, the colonies were far from ready to declare war.April 1775 - King George’s troops advance on Concord, Massachusetts, prompting Paul Revere’s midnight ride that sounded the alarm “The British are coming, the British are coming.” The subsequent battle of Concord, famous for being the “shot heard round the world,” would mark the unofficial beginning of the American Revolution.
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May 1776 - After nearly a year of trying to work our their differences with England, the colonies again send delegates to the Second Continental Congress. June 1776 - Admitting that their efforts were hopeless, a committee was formed to compose the formal Declaration of Independence. Headed by Thomas Jefferson, the committee also included John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Philip Livingston and Roger Sherman. June 28, 1776 - Jefferson presents the first draft of the declaration to congress. July 4, 1776 - After various changes to Jefferson’s original draft, a vote was taken late in the afternoon of July 4th. Of the 13 colonies, 9 voted in favor of the Declaration; 2, Pennsylvania and South Carolina voted No; Delaware was undecided and New York abstained. John Hancock, President of the Continental Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. It is said that he signed his name “with a great flourish” so “King George can read that without spectacles!” July 6, 1776 - The Pennsylvania Evening Post is the first newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence.
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July 8, 1776 - The first public reading of the declaration takes place in Philadelphia’s Independence Square. The bell in Independence Hall, then known as the “Province Bell” would later be renamed the “Liberty Bell” after its inscription - “Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants Thereof.” August 1776 - The task begun on July 4, the signing of the Declaration of Independence, was not actually completed until August. Nonetheless, the 4th of July has been accepted as the official anniversary of United States independence from Britain. July 4, 1777 - The first Independence Day celebration takes place. It’s interesting to speculate what those first 4th festivities were like. By the early 1800s the traditions of parades, picnics, and fireworks were firmly established as part of American Independence Day culture.
Happy Birthday America, May Freedom Always Ring!
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