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Issue 3– Fall 2013 Homeowners Association Newsletter LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT A cross-eyed teacher can keep twice the number of children in order than any other, because the pupils do not know who she's looking at. ~Four Hundred Laughs: Or, Fun Without Vulgarity, compiled and edited by John R. Kemble, 1902 Hello fellow Prestonwood Homeowners, friends and neighbors: Welcome to that interesting part of the year, school is back in session (the reason for my silly quote), summer is winding down and the temperatures outside will begin to cool…hopefully! I hope that over the summer you and your loved ones were able to create memories that will last a lifetime. Over the summer, my insurance agency was purchased and I was offered a career opportunity that I could not turn down. Our house is for sale and I am sorry to say that I am leaving the neighborhood and stepping down as President of the homeowners association after my term is complete. I will be relocating to a high rise in Addison and opening a brand new Nationwide Insurance Agency. I will still be close enough and available to offer my assistance with any questions or help you may need. During my two years as President, I’ve seen a lot of positive change in our neighborhood. I’ve been truly blessed to have served and I appreciate all the kind words that I’ve received for my efforts. But I couldn’t have done it without the board members who have been by my side since day one. I would like to thank each and every one of them for their time and dedication to their community. On June 8 th , the PHA sponsored its annual Ice Cream Social that was loads of fun, complete with an old fash- ioned ice cream truck and a bouncy house. On the evening of June 29 th the board sponsored “Music in the Park” with a Polka Band. The band was great and everyone seemed to have had a wonderful evening. On Ju- ly 4 th we had our annual “4 th of July Celebration and Parade”. The kids all decorated their bicycles, played on the waterslide and we all enjoyed hot dogs and shaved ice. The parade was fun for the entire family. Overall it was a great summer. If you would like to see the pictures from these events, please visit our website. There are some really cute pictures. Early in September, I attended the Dallas City Council meetings on the PID (Public Improvement District) on the upcoming Service Plan and Assessment Rate. We were commended by the city council for not over spending and REDUCING our tax rate for our members. One city council member actually said, “Imagine that…a tax rate was actually decreased. I think we could all learn something from Prestonwood’s fiscal re- sponsibility.” What a compliment! Thanks again for helping make this the best neighborhood to live in Dallas. Warmest regards, Scott C. Kakacek President
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Issue 3– Fall 2013
Homeowners Association Newsletter
LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT
A cross-eyed teacher can keep twice the number of children in order than any other, because the pupils do not know who she's looking at. ~Four Hundred Laughs: Or, Fun Without Vulgarity, compiled and edited by John R. Kemble, 1902 Hello fellow Prestonwood Homeowners, friends and neighbors:
Welcome to that interesting part of the year, school is back in session (the reason for my silly quote), summer
is winding down and the temperatures outside will begin to cool…hopefully!
I hope that over the summer you and your loved ones were able to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Over the summer, my insurance agency was purchased and I was offered a career opportunity that I could
not turn down. Our house is for sale and I am sorry to say that I am leaving the neighborhood and stepping
down as President of the homeowners association after my term is complete. I will be relocating to a high rise
in Addison and opening a brand new Nationwide Insurance Agency. I will still be close enough and available
to offer my assistance with any questions or help you may need.
During my two years as President, I’ve seen a lot of positive change in our neighborhood. I’ve been truly
blessed to have served and I appreciate all the kind words that I’ve received for my efforts. But I couldn’t
have done it without the board members who have been by my side since day one. I would like to thank each
and every one of them for their time and dedication to their community.
On June 8th, the PHA sponsored its annual Ice Cream Social that was loads of fun, complete with an old fash-
ioned ice cream truck and a bouncy house. On the evening of June 29th the board sponsored “Music in the
Park” with a Polka Band. The band was great and everyone seemed to have had a wonderful evening. On Ju-
ly 4th we had our annual “4th of July Celebration and Parade”. The kids all decorated their bicycles, played on
the waterslide and we all enjoyed hot dogs and shaved ice. The parade was fun for the entire family. Overall
it was a great summer. If you would like to see the pictures from these events, please visit our website. There
are some really cute pictures.
Early in September, I attended the Dallas City Council meetings on the PID (Public Improvement District)
on the upcoming Service Plan and Assessment Rate. We were commended by the city council for not over
spending and REDUCING our tax rate for our members. One city council member actually said, “Imagine
that…a tax rate was actually decreased. I think we could all learn something from Prestonwood’s fiscal re-
sponsibility.” What a compliment!
Thanks again for helping make this the best neighborhood to live in Dallas.
Warmest regards,
Scott C. Kakacek
President
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NEIGHBORHOOD INCIDENT STATISTICS
PID 24-Hr. Patrol: 972-333-3441 report suspicious persons/activities, vandalism, solicitors, or if you require out-of-town house check service. PHA Website www.prestonwood.net
PHA Directory Please refer to your membership directory and the PHA website for additional numbers and valuable information.
In an emergency ALWAYS call
911 before you call our
neighborhood PID officer.
Incident Type June July Aug
Valid Burglar Alarm 0 0 0
False Burglar Alarm 17 12 9
Traffic Stops 2 2 2
Suspicious Per-son/Vehicle
8 8 5
Disturbance 9 6 1
Curfew Violations 0 0 0
Truancy Violations 0 0 0
Traffic Accidents 0 0 0
Parking Violations 1 0 0
Solicitors 1 2 2
Lost Animal Calls 0 2 2
Open Garage 37 40 27
Out of Town House Checks
42 64 41
Theft Offenses 1 0 0
Burglary of Homes 0 0 1
Burglary of Motor Vehi-cles
1 0 2
Attempted Burglary 0 0 0
Vandalism 0 0 2
Miscellaneous 10 4 7
Total Incidents 129 140 101
6/17/13 BMV was reported on Brentfield . Vehicle was
left unlocked, occurred overnight.
6/10/13, homeowner on Amberwood placed his Persian
rug in the back yard to dry. Two days later, he discov-
ered his rug to be missing.
7/1—7/31/2013 No offenses this month!
8/2/13 - Two criminal mischief offenses were reported to
mail boxes. One on Red Pine and the other on Embers.
8/16/13 - BMV reported on Copper Creek, suspect broke
a front window and took an I-pad that was left in the
vehicle.
8/24/13, a BMV was reported on Pineview, suspect took
a bag of medical equipment from the front seat of an un-
locked vehicle.
8/24/13 - Burglary of an open garage occurred on River-
view. Suspect entered open garage and took 2 lap tops, 2
I-pads, car keys, and assorted tools.
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Mom’s Group / Mom’s Night Out Janya Kieffer: 214-924-1990 [email protected] A wonderful opportunity for mothers of preschoolers in our neighborhood to meet.
Chick Flick Tuesdays
Call Danna Dunn: 972-233-0561 Fun night out for the girls, the 4th Tuesday of each month.
The Restaurant Group
Call Diane Klein: 972-386-3828 New places, old favorites, it’s dinner out! 3rd Friday each month.
Prestonwood Cycling Club
Call Bill Parker: 972-381-9963 or Jan DeMeulder: 972-866-0586.
Dust off those gears and get moving!
Prestonwood Wine Tasters
Call Karen Yocum at 972-386-8036. With this large, diverse group
you are sure to connect and have fun!
It’s not just about wine. First Friday of every month.
Prestonwood Book Club
Call Liz Haberman: 972-239-0077 or [email protected] Fine reading, good conversation, new friends.
Future Panthers Parent Group
Craig Kesler 972-239-9234 or [email protected]
Preschoolers who will be attending Prestonwood Elementary.
Brentfield WeeCats Register at https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/weecats/.
Preschoolers who will be attending Brentfield Elementary.
Interested in forming a neighborhood social group? Submit your idea & contact information to [email protected] for inclusion in this listing.
A volunteer group that patrols the streets
and alleys to increase your safety. We are
extra eyes and ears for the police and PID. Please
contact Dave Houghton to volunteer your time.
NEIGHBORHOOD SOCIAL GROUPS
Dave Houghton
6526 Clearhaven
214-957-7309
VOLUNTEERS IN PATROL
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Advertising
inquiries:
Go to
www.prestonwood.net
Look under Neighborhood
Information, Newsletter
Ads for forms and contact
information.
Sandy Akright, REALTOR®
Ebby Halliday Realtors
972-672-5024
www.sandyakright.com
Prestonwood resident since 1993
SHARON KAISER REALTOR®
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
972-978-9368
sharonkaiser.com
SUMMER FUN!
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More pictures at www.prestonwood.net
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President–
Scott Kakacek 214-208-2100
VP, Landscaping/Maintenance-
Marybeth Monserrate 214-335-1157
VP, PID & PID Treasurer-
Deborah Kakacek 214-263-7444
VP, Finance/Treasurer & Website-
Steve Monserrate 214-335-1157
VP Communications/Secretary-
Mark Visokay 214-812-9209
Bulk Trash-
Joan Bronstad 972-386-5005
Hospitality-
Sandy Akright 972-385-7448
Newsletter-
Sherry Robinson 972-386-7330
VIP Crime Prevention- Dave Houghton 214-957-7309
There will be no board meeting in
December.
See a list of 2014 officers and com-
mittee chairs on the back page.
2013 PHA OFFICERS and COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Open positions can be found on our website:
www.prestonwood.net
HIGH QUALITY LANDSCAPE SERVICES
FULL SERVICE COMPANY SINCE 1973
Get a $25 gift certificate to central market
when you sign up for regular maintenance!
*New customers only.
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SANDYDALE PARK MAINTENANCE
P lease note these dates are the First Mondays of each month. Plan to place your bulk trash items on the curb during the weekend just prior to the First Monday. You may be assessed a fine, by the City of Dallas, for put-
ting your bulk trash out at the wrong time.
Nov 4 Dec 2
You can find details about bulk trash and recycling programs on our Prestonwood website (www.prestonwood.net), the City of Dallas website (www.dallascityhall.com) or by dialing 311 for Dallas services information.
Electronics, fluorescent light bulbs, used batteries, paint and other household chemicals can be disposed of at the
Home Chemical Collection Center at 11234 Plano Road.
BULK TRASH
The PHA Board has been concerned about the condition of Sandydale Park, and the image the park presents to the community and prospective home buyers. Prestonwood 18, the HOA within our neigh-borhood, that is responsible for maintaining the park has been struggling with the costs to maintain it. Earlier this year Prestonwood 18 (PW18) approached the PHA board about helping with improvements to the park.
Scott Kakacek and Steve Monserrate met with representatives from PW18 to discuss the condition of the park and possible solutions. The PW18 budget mainly covers maintenance and water for the park. PW18 is looking for an extended commitment for financial support.
The PHA board looked for a way to make an equitable division of cost. One option – PW18 handles maintenance and PHA allocates funds annually for projects. Steve Monserrate asked PW18 to provide bids for a projects that they would like to accomplish. The PW18 annual budget has some excess funds, but those are necessary for unexpected mainte-nance expenses and the possibility of increased water bills. Steve Monserrate’s suggestions for partnering: • Reduce water usage by installing drought and shade-tolerant plants. • Invest in more-efficient irrigation system (system is 30 years old) • If PHA will be involved, Steve Monserrate notes that PHA needs further information and input on the topic of irrigation There was discussion about merging PHA and PW18. PW18 did not consider that to be desirable due to deeding issues related to each home – mandatory HOA for PW18 is a deed restriction on each home in PW18. Steve Monserrate suggested raising this topic as part of the next PID renewal (adding to the current PID at time of renewal, in 2018). Suggestion from Vasavi Pilla, representing the City of Dallas – early in 2017, query owners if some percentage of PID can go for improvements in addition to security. In the near-term, there was discussion of PHA helping PW18 in a cost-sharing mode since the park benefits all residents. Dave Houghton – this is ok if we use a percentage and also a not-to-exceed amount. In other words PHA will pay a percentage of a project cost AND that amount must not exceed a certain dollar amount. Vote – Agree to pay 60% of PW18 project up to a maximum of $6,000 for Sandydale.
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HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
P.O. Box 795682
Dallas, TX 75379
OFFICERS: President -Steven Monserrate VP Crime Watch -Dave Houghton VP Neighborhood Concerns - Joan Bronstad VP Landscaping & Improvements -Michelle Renault-Rutt VP Treasurer -OPEN VP -Secretary –OPEN
COMMITTEE CHAIRS: PID Treasurer -Barry & Diane Klein Directory -Margaret Filingeri Social Events - Gayla Sahl Newsletter -OPEN Bulky Trash -OPEN Website -OPEN
2014 PHA OFFICERS and COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Please contact President Elect:
Steve Monserrate if you are interested in serving your neighborhood. 214-335-1157
