enchanted valley echo enchanted valley…half wedding game over! on march 15, 2009, kristen...

Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc. Enchanted Valley Homeowner's Association Newsletter - May 2009 �

Enchanted Valley

Official Publication of Enchanted Valley Homeowners AssociationMay 2009 Volume 3, Issue 5

Enchanted Valley Echo

The Images of Mother4 Years of Age - My Mommy can do anything!8 Years of Age - My Mom knows a lot! A whole lot!12 Years of Age - My Mother doesn't really know quite everything.14 Years of Age - Mom doesn't know that, either.16 Years of Age – My Mother? She’s clueless.18 Years of Age - That old woman?25 Years of Age - Well, she might know a little bit about it!35 Years of Age - Before we decide, let's get Mom's opinion.45 Years of Age - Wonder what Mom would think about it?65 Years of Age - Wish I could talk it over with Mom

Happy Mother’s Day to all our EV Moms and Grandmothers. You all hold a special place in our hearts.

---if you can still reach out and hug your mom, please do it, tomorrow may be too late! -Editor

From the EVHOAResidents, please note that the next EVHOA meeting will be held on Monday, May 4th (First Monday of each month.) at 7:00 p.m., upstairs in the Enchanted Valley club house. Residents are welcome AND encouraged to attend. The board has been receiving concerns from residents regarding dogs in the neighborhood who are allowed to run loose. Please keep your pets up in your own yard, unless on a leash. As a pet owner, this is your responsibility. Residents who experience an aggressive animal needs to call the Sheriffs Department and/or Harris County Animal Control to report the incident.

Half Wedding Game over! On March 15, 2009, Kristen Robertson finally gave in and married Henri Kjellberg in Conroe, TX. The half maroon, half burnt orange couple will live half in Austin and half in College Station, as Henri is in grad school at UT for aerospace engineering and Kristen will attend vet school at Texas A&M. After that, they will reside in Austin, saving puppies and launching satellites. Henri's family resides in EV Estates and Kristen's family, John and Kathy Robertson resides on Mystic Bend in EV. Congratulations from Enchanted Valley and EVE!!!!

Deepest SympathyFormer Enchanted Valley resident, Bruno Drescher, passed away

Heard and Overheard

(Continued on Page 3)

May Birthdays Jimmy Allison, Carol Andreo, Lisa Cilny, Stephan Cole, Lily Cosse, Ruth Densmore, Elva Drenan, Mark Gamble, Stephanie Gee, Donna Glass, Tracey Glass, Camille Havelka, Hannah Hayes, Joe Hillin, Dan Hodgson, Jimmy Horn, Dylan Huntzinger, Andrew Isenhower, Zackary Killan, Lynn Kull, Reagan Kull, Evan Lange, Daniel Lee, Kim Madden, Carolyn Maniscalco, Hannah Moffit, Debbie Nelson, Michael Nelson, Kathy Patterson, Veanette Paul, Delaney Potter, John Robertson, Jack Smith, Barbara Skinner, Sam Toler, Sergio Trejo, Michelle Usry and Gail Wilmer.

May Anniversaries Tom & Debbie Haley, Jack & Pat Rollins, Don & Michele Ledford, John & Karen Caporale, Mark Clayton & Michelle Usry, Robert & Sherry Payne, Roger & Janice Toler, Darren & Carol Hoyland, Ken & Diane Atchison and Dan & Theresa Hodgson

2 Enchanted Valley Homeowners Association Newsletter - May 2009 Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.

Enchanted Valley

PuBlIsHerPeel, Inc. ..........................www.PEELinc.com, 512-263-9181Advertising [email protected], 512-263-9181

SCS Management Services7170 Cherry Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77095

281-463-1777, [email protected]

For information on your homeowner’s assessments, deed restriction violations or questions in general please contact:

Association Manager Service ManagerTerrie Brown – ext 7121 Liz Pettit – ext [email protected] [email protected]

Accounting Representative Deed Restriction InspectorFelita Henderson – ext 7131 Rene Ruiz – ext [email protected] [email protected]

OffIcersPresident ................... Norman Goad ...............281-256-3704Vice President ................Bill Stice ...................281-373-1032Secretary .....................Linda Bagley ................281-373-0713 Treasurer .................. Bobby Don Hill ..............281-373-1918

DIrecTOrs Randall Sims....................................................281-373-4657Donny Pardue .................................................281-373-0045Lloyd Coker ....................................................281-213-3540

cOMMITTee HeADsCommunity Center Rental ........................ SCS Management ..................... 281-463-1777, 14910 Enchanted Valley DriveNewsletter ........ Tammie Ogrodowicz .. [email protected] .....................Marj Andreo ................281-373-1708Security .....................Donny Pardue ...............281-373-0045Beautification ........... Nancy McPeek ...............281-304-2487Park Gate ................. Bobby Don Hill ..............281-373-1918ACC ..............................Bill Stice ...................281-373-1032 Swim Team ...................Steve Cole ..................281-373-1329Block Captains ..........Linda Bagley ................281-373-0713Event Coordinator ..... Tara Weigner ................281-758-1850Welcoming Committee ...... Jean Loden ................ 281-304-7007

PresIDenTJeff Dyment .....................................................281-373-3774

VIce-PresIDenTDarwin Huckabee ...........................................281-373-4294

fInAncIAl OffIcersEd Fuselier .......................................................281-304-6789Jeff Dyment .....................................................281-373-3774

DeeD resTrIcTIOnsDarwin Huckabee ...........................................281-373-4294Janice Loocke ..................................................281-304-7468Scott Stanton ...................................................281-256-3637

MAInTenAnceEd Fuselier .......................................................281-304-6789Terry Freeman .................................................281-373-4113

WATer Darwin Huckabee ...........................................281-373-4294

securITyRoger Johnson .................................................281-373-1704

AT lArgeDoyle Wall.......................................................281-256-2710

WATer OPerATOrsK&L Utilities ..................................................713-937-1959

Carl Linseisen, President ..................................281-373-0522Harry West, Vice President ..............................281-256-1428Norman Gruenzner, Secretary .........................281-373-0600John Clough, Director .....................................281-373-1368Carolyn Maniscalco, Director ..........................281-373-0138

DISCLAIMER: Articles and ads in this newsletter express the opinions of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Peel, Inc. or its employees. Peel, Inc. is not responsible for the accuracy of any facts stated in articles submitted by others. The publisher also assumes no responsibility for the advertising content with this publication. All warranties and representations made in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be taken up with the advertiser.* The publisher assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising.* Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and/or misprints, the publisher assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction.* Under no circumstances shall the publisher be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to liabilities stated above.

2009 BOArD & cOM. HeADs

MAnAgeMenT cO.

neWsleTTer InfO

2009 BOArD Of DIrecTOrs

WATer BOArD MeMBers


Enchanted Valley

Drywall repairs -2- Room additionsBook shelves -2- Kitchens

Fences -2- Gazeboes

Power wash one story home $100 and two story $200 siding only.

in February. He and his wife, Irma, were residents for many years before moving closer to their daughter and family in Austin. Anyone wishing to send condolences -P.O. Box 9051, Horseshoe Bay, TX. 78657.

Special Thank You….A special thank you goes out to Charles and Ruth Densmore, and neighbor Eugene Cox, for mowing and trimming the vacant residence on Rolling Valley Drive. You folks are greatly appreciated! Thank you.

KuddosThank you Janet Walden for heading up the Easter Egg Hunt this year. You did a wonderful job. There were lots and lots of kiddos with smiles on their faces. Keep those rabbit ears on straight cause we’re already looking forward to next year!

Guitar HeroEV has their own Guitar Hero aka Steve Cole! Recently I was invited to hear Steve play at Rockwells Tavern right outside of Enchanted Valley. Eloc-Haight is the name of their band. It consists of Steve Cole who plays acoustics and Brent Haight who plays the electric g u i t a r a n d h a r m o n i c a . They compose most of their m u s i c a n d s o m e t i m e s throw in a few s o n g s f r o m original artists. They played o n e o f m y f avor i t e s by Kris Kristofferson - Me and Bobby McGee! Most know Steve from Swim Team and he has lived in EV for many years. Brent is from the Chicago area. Steve picked up the guitar about 5 years ago after watching his son while he was learning to play. Once

Jovena Sanders, RealtorP: (281) 844.6822F: (281) [email protected]

Jovena knows Real Estate!

“I live and work in Echanted Valley!”

he started strumming, he couldn't put it down. Singing was another challenge. His wife said he finally progressed from singing in the shower to singing at the open mike nights in Tomball at The Crossing. They have played at Tobins on Jones Road and Puffabellys in Old Town Spring. The Tavern is a great place to get together with a nice family atmosphere. While I was there, Steve had some of his greatest fans in attendance - his wife Stephanie, daughters, Erin and Allie and boyfriend, Josh, his sons, Steven and Michael along with EV residents, Debbie and Paul Tomich, Linda and Pat McQuinn, Janice and Roger Toler and Cheri Hester.If you're looking for a small band with really great sound to play at your next party, just give him a shout! If you're looking for a nice little place to grab a burger and maybe a few drinks and still be able to take your kids, Rockwell's is a great place as well. While we didn't eat there, I'm told their food is the best! Thanks for a great time Steve. Don't forget all us little people when you're standing on that stage accepting your music award!!!! We want ALL our names mentioned in your acceptance speech!

Heard and Overheard - (Continued from Cover Page)

� Enchanted Valley Homeowners Association Newsletter - May 2009 Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.

Enchanted Valley

Spring Cypress at Skinner Road17255 Spring Cypress Road, Suite A

www.txercare.com

281-304-9113

Texas Emergency Care Center is open 24 hours a day.We’re committed to delivering comprehensive medical services in acomfortable environment with little to no wait time – day or night.

You’ll experience:• A full-service facility equipped with a complete laboratory,

radiology, CT scanning and cardiac monitoring.• Prompt, friendly and caring service.• Quality face time with a physician who is both emergency

residency-trained and Board Certified in Emergency Medicine.

After all, emergencies just can’t wait.

Ready or not ... we are.

NOW OPEN Emergency Room Open 24 Hours

All private insurance accepted.

Accredited by the Joint Commission ofAccreditation of Healthcare Organizationsfor our commitment to excellence.

TECS ad-newsletter 7.5x5-Peel:Layout 1 7/7/08 9:21 AM Page 1

What do you think about people that walk their dogs in our neighborhood and don’t pick up their dog’s feces? Is there anything that can be done to keep dog owners from letting their dogs use other people’s front lawns,

which are private property and our medians as a toilet? Would it be acceptable if a toddler, who really had to go, made a deposit in someone’s front yard and the guardian of said child did not clean it up? I think not. I am a dog lover and own dogs myself. I enjoy getting outside of the backyard with my dogs and periodically strolling the neighborhood with them. When a dog’s got to go, he’s got to go – I understand this and carry small bags to clean up after my dogs should they make a deposit somewhere other than our backyard. I view this as part of the deal – responsible pet ownership and showing consideration to my neighbors. Many times, I see our residents walking their dogs down our street and throughout EV. It is not uncommon to see the dog make a deposit in a neighbor’s lawn and then left there. I often get up in the morning, go outside to get the paper and find that dog poop has been left in my own front yard, or that of a next door neighbor.

Dog owners who allow their dogs to poop indiscriminately in yards (other than their own) are rude, selfish, and inconsiderate and to some extent, gross. Seriously, can anyone be so ignorant or naïve as to think this is welcome surprise addition to the front lawns of our private properties? Additionally, there are environmental concerns behind allowing dog feces to sit on the ground and ultimately wind up in our bayous and other water systems. Stormwater carries pet waste directly into our waterways. Excess nitrogen from animal feces in those waterways depletes oxygen, causing harm to underwater wildlife. Harmful bacteria and organisms in our water can be transmitted to humans and to our pets. Worms in dog poop can live in soil for long periods of time, infecting other animals and our neighborhood kids who play in those same front lawns where the dog poop was left behind. According to the Environmental Protection Agency and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a single gram of dog poop can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which is known to cause all kinds of health problems for humans to include cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illnesses and serious kidney disorders, to name a few. All of this could be avoided by simply cleaning up after your pet. Some people seem to think it’s OK to allow their dogs on private

Dear editor,

(Continued on Page 5)


Enchanted Valley

We Challenge What You Pay For Electricity!If SparkPowerBank isn’t your current electricity provider…chances are you're paying too much!

I’m Texas Energy Analyst Alan Lammey. Maybe you’ve heard me on the radio talking about the market forces that drive energy prices. I’m here to tell you that you’re not stuck paying those high prices to big electric companies anymore! Stop it.

Why pay more than you have to? Those days are over!

Why would you want to go with an electric provider that charges you more, when you can go towww.sparkpowerbank.com and pay far less for the same electricity?

SIGN-UP ONLINE

TODAY!

Please choose "Newsletter Ad" as your referral on the SparkPowerBank.com website.

Make sense?

www.sparkpowerbank.com

of this could be avoided by simply cleaning up after your pet. Some people seem to think it’s OK to allow their dogs on private property and then allow them to use it as a public toilet. I would respectfully request that EV dog owners would evaluate their actions and be courteous and responsible neighbors and dog owners.-Concerned EV Resident and dog owner

Dear Editor, I'd like to respond to the resident that wrote the Letter to the Editor in April. Being a former Board Member, I do know why the Management Company is not addressing some of the issues you have. Basically, a representative from the Management Company drives through our neighborhood once or twice a month. They record every violation that is visible. They do not write a letter upon the first violation. When they drive through the next time, they again record every violation. If the resident has the same violation two months in a row, a letter is written. If the violation is not corrected the 3rd visit through our neighborhood, another letter is written. If upon the 4th visit the violation is still not corrected nor the management company contacted about correcting the said violation, then it is turned over to the Board to see if legal action is warranted. This is why you may see an infraction and the resident may or may not have been issued a letter. The deed restrictions are to protect every

Dear Editor - (Continued from Page 4) resident in this community. If you feel that there is a violation that is not being addressed, you have the right to contact the management company and make them aware of the violation. Upon their next visit, they will be on the lookout for this infraction. As for the parking situation, EV has always had vehicles parked on the streets. There is not a deed restriction that addresses this situation. At least not one that I know. Unfortunately, some of the driveways in the neighborhood were built way back when most people only had one car and they can not accommodate the amount of vehicles we have today. As for the commercial vehicles parked in EV, are you sure that they are not company vehicles that our residents get to drive for their work? If that is the case, they certainly would have every right to park them in our neighborhood as you have the right to park your vehicle. I really feel that our Postal Carrier is the one who should address whether he can deliver the mail or not. If there is not a mailbox present where it is supposed to be, then he should not deliver their mail. As for the weaving in and out because of parked cars, if the mailbox is not blocked, he is responsible to make sure the mail is delivered. For the resident that wrote the letter, I feel you do have the best interest of Ev at heart. Have you considered running for the Board or volunteering for a committee? My motto is....Don't just complain about a problem, Do something to fix it!!EV Resident


Enchanted Valley

At no time will any source be allowed to use the Enchanted Valley Community Newsletter contents, or loan said contents, to others in anyway, shape or form, nor in any media, website, print, film, e-mail, electrostatic copy, fax, or etc. for the purpose of solicitation, commercial use, or any use for profit, political campaigns, or other self amplification, under penalty of law without written or expressed permission from the Enchanted Valley Homeowners Association and Peel, Inc. The information in the newsletter is exclusively for the private use of Enchanted Valley residents only.

Classified AdsPersonal classifieds (one time sell items, such as a used bike...)

run at no charge to Enchanted Valley residents, limit 30 words, please e-mail [email protected].

Business classifieds (offering a service or product line for profit) are $50, limit 40 words, please contact Peel, Inc. Sales Office at 888-687-6444 or [email protected].

Bashans Painting & Home Repair

• Interior & Exterior• 20 Years Experience• Hardiplank Installation• Wood Replacement• Pressure Washing• Sheetrock Repair & Texturing• Cabinet Painting• Door Refi nishing & Replacement• Wallpaper Removal• Custom Staining• Fence Replacement or Repair

Commercial/ResidentialFree Estimates

281-347-6702

References Available • Fully InsuredNO PAYMENT UNTIL COMPLETION

281-731-3383cell

[email protected]

yard of the Month May’s yard of the month is awarded to 14626 Honeycomb Lane. The proud couple is Kelly and Melissa Johnson. The Johnson’s have lived in Enchanted Valley over a year, and have been busy remodeling the inside of their home, and redoing the landscaping. I was driving by a few months ago, and noticed the new flower beds that were in progress. I’ve watched over the recent weeks as the flowers have started blooming. The fruits of their labor are very pleasing to the eyes. The Johnson’s shared their thoughts and plans for the future. We can all watch this home, as their plans progress. Pride is showing well. What a great job they have done. Congratulations to the Johnson’s!!! Keep up the good work. I was happy to present this couple a gift certificate of $25.00 for Buds and Blossoms.Nancy McPeek

Go GreenGo PaperlessSign up to receive the Enchanted Valley Echo in your inbox.Visit PEELinc.com for details.

Yard of the

Month

Teenage Job Seekers Baby Pet House YardName Age Sit Sit Sit Work PhoneDoe, John ...................... 15 .........• ......... • ........• .................. 111-1111

*-CPR Training +-First Aid Training

Attention Teenagers The Teenage Job Seekers listing service is offered free of charge to all Enchanted Valley teenagers seeking work. Submit your name and information to Tammy O. at [email protected] by the 9th of the month!

SAMPLE

Rachael’s

$200 OFF$10 purchase

Mother’s DaySunday May 10th

Not to be combined with any other offers or usedon sale merchandise. Expires May 31, 2009

12312 Barker Cypress @ 290 • 281-256-9800


Enchanted Valley

CYPRESS DANCE STUDIOwww.cypressdance.com - 832-475-9142

Huge dance floor available forpractice, lessons & parties.

For kids & adults.

Ballroom | LatinCountry Western

Salsa | SwingBelly Dancing

Zumba | 2 left feet

Register online atwww.cypressdance.com

Open 7 days a week25250 NW Fwy, Suite 280

Corner of 290 & Skinnernext to Cypress Park n Ride

Fun SummerDance Camp!Gift Certificates

$50 off Summer Camp

2009 enchanted Valley Pool Tags

Swim season is here and you must have a current 2009 Pool Tag to use the Enchanted Valley Pool. All residents who use the pool must be current on their maintenance fees. Pool tags are required by anyone 8 years or older. Swimmers who are 7 years and younger will not be issued a pool tag and must be accompanied by a responsible adult 17 years or older. Failure to abide by the Enchanted Valley Pool Rules or obeying the lifeguards may result in the tag being taken from the swimmer and no longer being allowed to swim the remainder of the swim season. Please fill out the following information and mail or fax to the following:

Enchanted Valley Homeowners Association

SCS Management Company7170 Cherry Park DriveHouston, Texas 77095

281-463-0050

2009 Enchanted Valley Pool Tags

Swim season is here and you must have a current 2009 Pool Tag to use the Enchanted Valley Pool. All residents who use the pool must be current on their maintenance fees. Pool tags are required by anyone 8 years or older. Swimmers who are 7 years and younger will not be issued a pool tag and must be accompanied by a responsible adult 17 years or older. Failure to abide by the Enchanted Valley Pool Rules or obeying the lifeguards may result in the tag being taken from the swimmer and no longer being allowed to swim the remainder of the swim season. Please fill out the following information and mail or fax to:

Enchanted Valley Homeowners Association SCS Management Company

7170 Cherry Park Drive Houston, Texas 77095

281-463-0050

Resident Membership _________ Non-Resident Membership __________

Swimmers 8 and older as of May 1st

Last Name First Name ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: _____________________ City/Zip: __________________________ Subdivision: _______________________ Home Phone: ______________________ Emergency Phone: __________________

This year’s tag will be mailed to those who complete the above information. Tag distribution will begin April 1, 2009

Don’t wait until the day you want to swim, do it now to avoid delays.

Non-Resident memberships may also be purchased by completing the above information and enclosing a check for $100.00 made payable to Enchanted Valley homeowners Association.


Enchanted Valley

www.PEELinc.com

ADVERTISE

HERE512-263-9181

www.PEELinc.com

ADVERTISE

HERE512-263-9181

Peel, Inc.311 Ranch Road 620 S. Ste 200Lakeway, TX 78734-4775www.PEELinc.com

PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDPEEL, INC.

EV

enchanted valley echo enchanted valley…half wedding game over! on march 15, 2009, kristen...

Documents