The CLCCA

CLCCA ● 16511 Diana Lane, Houston, TX 77062 ● 281-488-0360 ● WWW.CLCCA.ORG

The Communicator is a quarterly newsletter that reaches over 6,700+ property owners within the Clear Lake Area. We have many local businesses within the Clear Lake area, and we encourage them to take advantage of our low advertising rates to market their ser-vices.

Annual Assessments were mailed and emailed within the CLCCA boundary. If you did not receive an invoice, please contact the of-fice at 281-488-0360. CLCCA is not responsible for assessments mailed to the wrong address or being lost in the mail. Instructions on how to access the online property owner portal are included in this newsletter. Assessments had to be paid by July 31st to avoid a $25 late fee and a $5 monthly late fee thereafter. Thanks to all who have and continue to contribute to CLCCA’s gen-eral contribution, monument beautification, and park beautification funds. These funds will be allocated specifically for the monu-ments, parks, and recreation. To date, a combined total of $2,354.22 has been received. The Clear Lake City Community Association Board of Trustees met on July 18, 2018 where Michael Jennings was appointed to the va-cant Oakbrook West Trustee position. Michael has lived in Oak-brook West since 2012 and is currently a business owner and the Senior Vice-President at Millers Life Insurance. Welcome back, Michael! The Park Bench and Table Dedication Program is underway, and our first order was placed in September to replace several of the benches that were recently removed due to wear and tear. We look forward to dedicating the new benches to those who would like to honor a loved one. If you would like to participate in this program, please contact the office or visit the news page on the clcca.org web-site for more details. Special thanks to the Houston Fire Department, Houston Police De-partment and to Harris County Constables office for spending time with Camp Clear Lake participants this past summer! The children learned about gun safety, bullying, and fire safety. Approximately 50-70 children attended weekly!

Terry Canup Rachel Morales

President General Manager

Friday, October 26 5:30-7:30pm

SCAVENGER HUNT STARTS AT 5:30PM

Venture through our scavenger hunt for a spooky

surprise!

Food trucks, vendors, games, petting zoo, movie in the pumpkin patch, Yeti Cooler Raffle, & more!!

Fun, fun, fun!!!

October, 2018

Thank you Clear Lake Modern Dentistry for donating a Yeti cooler for a raffle!

Tickets are on sale now in the gym & office!

$5 for 1 ticket; $20 for 5 tickets

Winner will have the

choice of the Yeti cooler or $200 cash!

Drawing: Oct. 31

Please take the time to register for this portal so you can view your assessment balance and pay online. Annual assessments are due on July 1. A $25 late fee is applied on August 1st and a $5 monthly fee thereafter for residential properties. CLCCA is not responsible for invoices lost in the mail. To register for the online portal, send an email to admin@clcca.org with your email address and physi-cal property address so we can send you a link!

The CLCCA Architectural Review Committee meets on the second Tues-day of every month. If you are considering an exterior change to your proper-ty, be sure to submit an online ARC request before you begin a project. Ex-amples of exterior items needing ARC approval: new roof shingles, window replacements, siding/brick, paint colors, fences, tree removal, driveway chang-es, patio covers/pergolas, storage sheds, new pools, flag poles, home addi-tions, etc.

CLCCA Board of Trustee Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. You are welcome and encouraged to attend!

CLCCA no longer accepts cash for payments in the CLCCA office. Pay-ments can be made with checks, money orders, and credit cards (Visa and MasterCard). Cash will still be accepted at the Recreation Center pools, gym and fitness room. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

With support of our state representatives, the proposed wording from CLCCA’s Revision of Founding Documents Committee is now in the hands of the state legislature. No further action will occur on this endeav-or until the session begins in January.

AQUATICS

Gentle Joints! Low intensity movement & stretch water exercise designed to improve flexibility and strengthen muscles.

Aquafit Water Workout! Total workout for mind, body and spirit.

Evening Water Aerobics! A dynamic cardiovascular full body workout!

Deep Water! Work out at your own pace to increase flexibility and endurance. Flotation belt must be worn.

CLASSROOM

Senior Chair Yoga! Class meets on Fridays at 10:30am for one hour. You will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.

Modern Arnis! This martial arts style combines a variety of stick, knife, empty hand and Jujitsu techniques. These include blocks and disarms with sticks and empty hands, knife disarms, joint locks, sweeps throws and cane sparring. Learn self-discovery, self-mastery, achieve personal excellence.

Kim Soo Karate! Chayon-Ryu is now the largest martial arts system of any kind in the Southwestern United States founded by Master Kim Soo. Learn health, safety and fitness combined with technical instruction to build a world famous traditional martial arts system which is truly a beneficial way of life.

Shotokan! Shotokan is a form of karate developed in Okinawa more than 100 years ago. It was introduced in mainland Japan dur-ing the early 1920’s and then spread to the rest of the world during the 1950’s.

Aikido! Aikido is a modern Japanese mar-tial art with deep roots in Samurai tradition. At Houston Aikido/Utsusemi Aikikai martial awareness and self-defense are learned through a cooperative training process designed to pre-vent injuries and allow students to develop at their own pace.

DEED RESTRICTION COMPLIANCE: SMALL THINGS MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE

Problem: Remedy: Trash cans visible from street Put cans behind the gate or a shrub Mildew on siding Pressure wash it Weeds in yard & flowerbeds Mow, fertilize, pull the weeds Fences in disrepair Repair them Inoperable auto on property Donate the car to charity Misc. Items in Public View Move items to your garage/backyard Cars parked on grass Park on pavement Overgrown trees & shrubs Trim all trees and shrubs A large number of letters are mailed monthly for trivial violations such as those listed above. Please help CLCCA save time and money on mailing letters to cure these violations.

Trashcans should never be in public view before and after trash pick up. Residents may dispose of their Tree Waste and Junk Waste at their curbside on the second Wednesday of the month. Tree Waste is collected during ODD numbered months, and Junk Waste is collected during EVEN num-bered months. “Tree Waste” is defined as “clean” wood waste such as tree limbs, branches, and stumps. Lumber, furniture, and treated wood will NOT be accepted. Junk Waste may NOT be placed for collection during a Tree Waste month. Tree Waste months are January, March, May, July, September, and November. “Junk Waste” is defined as items such as furniture, appliances, and other bulky material. Tree Waste is accepted during Junk Waste Months; however, to ensure your Tree Waste is recycled, you may hold your tree waste materials until the next Tree Waste designated month or take it to a Neighborhood Depository/Recycling Center. Junk Waste months are February, April, June, August, October and December. Residents who wish to dispose of Tree Waste or Junk Waste before their scheduled once-per-month collection must call 311. PLEASE DO NOT PUT YOUR TREE OR JUNK WASTE OUT DAYS OR WEEKS BEFORE THE SCHEDULED PICK-UP. Keep in mind that trash cans will not be emptied if they are too close to a parked vehicle or are overflowing. Violation of any provision of the solid waste ordinance is punishable upon first conviction by a fine of no less than $50 nor more than $2,000. Each subsequent conviction is punishable by a fine of no less than $250 nor more than $2,000. Each day that any violation continues may be pun-ishable as a separate offense. We encourage property owners to report a violation or to file a complaint by dialing 311.

Tuesday & Thursday 6 -6:45pm

Educational and motivational self defense classes for kids to be physically and emotionally safe

Ages: 5+ Cost: $65 per child

Where: CLCCA Recreation Center Ask about CLCCA & Group Discounts!

Instructors: Jessica Duncan & Rene Canales Register online: www.clcca.org or

by phone for discounts: 281-488-0360

Size 1 Issue 2 Issues 5% Discount

4 Issues 10% Discount

1 / 8 Page 10.5 SQ IN

$90.00 $171.00 $324.00

2 Business Card 14 SQ IN

$120.00 $228.00 $432.00

1 / 4 Page 21 SQ IN

$180.00 $342.00 $648.00

1 / 2 Page 42 SQ IN

$360.00 $684.00 $1,296.00

ADVERTISE your business to 6,700+ property owners in the CLCCA Communicator!

Energetic Instructor Rena Olsen fuses hyp-notic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness pro-gram that will blow you

away. Combinations of Salsa, Meringue, Cha-Cha, Reggae-ton, Hip-Hop, & Belly Dancing all rolled into one hour!

Saturdays 9:00-10:00am CLCCA’s CD Room

Try your first class for free!

CLCCA IS HIRING INDOOR POOL LIFEGUARDS!

Lifeguards must be 15+ years of age & Red Cross Lifeguard Certified

Perfect shifts for college & high school students!

Contact 281-488-0360 for more info.

Friday, Dec. 14 5-10pm

Ages: 6-12 Cost: $30

*Ask about sibling discounts!

Have you heard the term “reverse mortgage” lately? The Clear Lake City Community Association has noticed an increase in reverse mort-gages lately. If you’ve been looking for an extra source of income and someone suggested a reverse mortgage, read below. Before you decide to go through with a reverse mortgage, you need to consider the options available to you. Recent changes to reverse mort-gages may affect your decision to apply for one. Here is some information regarding reverse mortgages to help you with your financial deci-sion. A reverse mortgage is a loan. Unlike a home equity loan however, it does not need to be paid back until you are no longer using the home as a primary residence. The bank makes payments to you based on your home equity value. There are obligations for the property that you must follow to receive the benefits of a reverse mortgage. To be eligible, one of the homeowners must be 62 years of age or older and own the home outright. There can be a small balance owed, but you are required to pay it at closing with the money from the reverse mortgage. You must also be able to maintain financial obligations of the home including property taxes and insurance. All borrowers are required to receive mandatory counseling (which is free) by an inde-pendent third party. You can find approved agencies through the Department of Housing and Urban Development. (HUD). To receive a reverse mortgage, it must be your primary residence. If the property no longer serves as your primary residence after 12 months or you pass away, your estate must repay the loan or put the property up for sale to settle the outstanding loan. Here are things to consider when you apply for a reverse mortgage.

• Expect higher than average closing costs based on the value of your home

• You must be able to take care of the property, including taxes and repairs. If you do not, you may have to repay your reverse mortgage early

Ultimately, you must decide if a reverse mortgage is right for you. Taking out a reverse mort-gage is a decision that requires careful consideration and a complete understanding of the details and consequences. If a reverse mortgage lender is making you feel rushed, stressed out or uncomfortable in any way, turn around and find another lender; they aren’t that hard to come by. Also know that, should you go through with the deal and immediately regret it, you can cancel within three business days of closing the loan under your right of rescission by notifying your lender in writing. There are many reverse mortgage scammers out there so be sure to do your investigative homework before you sign on the dotted line.

Heather Paul has been an exercise enthusiast since a very early age. She grew up dancing, com-peting in gymnastics, and participating in a wide variety of sports. She has been a group fitness instructor since 2004, a personal trainer since 2007, and a fitness nutrition specialist since 2015. She also has a second Master's degree in Fitness and Human Performance (her first Master's degree is in Mechanical Engineering and by day she works for NASA as a Health and Medical Technical Authority representative). She brings her love and passion for fitness, human performance, and wellness.

LIFE (Ladies Inclusive Fitness Experience) is a women-focused program that provides fun, chal-lenging, rewarding workouts and experiences that are specially designed to bring LIFE to your health and fitness plan! By combining as-pects of group fitness, personal training, and women’s wellness, this program is a "full body experience" that offers the best of all worlds - the ability to work out with a personal trainer in a motivating and supportive group fitness environ-ment. If you are looking for a great way to get in or stay in shape with the accountability and com-radery of a team environment, this class is for YOU! LIFE meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 5:25-6:30pm.

Clear Lake City Community Association is now offering a Memorial Park Bench and Table Dedication program for those who wish to honor or remember a loved one, as well as offer respite to park visitors to help them enjoy their surroundings. Donors can specify a particular park within CLCCA’s territory.

Donors will be notified once the item is purchased from the supplier and of the install date. CLCCA cannot guarantee a specific installation date. The cost of a 6’memorial bench is $1,700. The cost of a 6’ memorial picnic table is $2,200. An engraved

5” x 3” plate will be installed. Please contact the office or email Rmorales@clcca.org for more information.

Marlena started teaching swimming when she was 16. She was asked to teach chil-dren with special needs and loved it. From there, she ventured into weight training and teaching fitness classes. At 18, she started a yoga class to help those with anxi-ety and insomnia. She was also introduced to a Pilates Reformer class for rehab af-ter a car accident. Helping people, especially those, outside of what we’d consider normal, was and is her absolute favorite. Special populations, children with special needs, athletes with injuries, post-surgery rehabilitation and wounded combat vets became her focus. If you’re interested in a pilates class or swim lessons, contact the CLCCA today for more information.

Evening PILATES & Weekend Swim Lessons! Instructor: Marlena Groomer

Help us keep you informed of all CLCCA news by registering your email address at www.clcca.org! The CLCCA website has many details includ-ing deed restriction compliance, resident resources, board poli-cies, architectural change infor-mation, etc. The CLCCA office is available to help and is open to suggestions and ideas you may have to make our community the best place to live in the Clear Lake area.

Congratulations to the following CLCCA

Yard of the Quarter winners!

16511 Diana Lane Houston, TX 77062 CLCCA.ORG

Looking for a place to hold a graduation party, family reunion,

birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower, pool party,

or just a place to get together?

CLCCA’s newly remodeled rooms are ready to rent for

YOUR special occasion! 1010 Wavecrest 14902 Brookpoint

16606 Saturn 15563 Pensgate