TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER MARCH ……breaking. Wind screens in the tennis courts...
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Copyright © 2014 Peel, Inc. Terra Nova Community Newsleer - February 2014 1 THE NEW DIRT VOLUME 2, ISSUE 3 TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER MARCH 2014 CATN HOA JANUARY MEETING REPORT (Continued on Page 2) Directors Reports & Old Business: Security report: e meeting opened with Deputy Sam Orta reporting on two incidents that had occurred in Terra Nova since the previous HOA meeting. On New Year’s Eve, a resident on Slashwood called in to report that a window in the back of the house had been broken. In early January, a physical assault occurred in the play ground park. e investigation of the assault had not been resolved as the parties involved were not cooperating with the police. Director Marrs (Insurance and Security) reported on a trespassing incident that occurred sometime during the Christmas break. Specifically, the gate to the pool area had been broken and someone had been in the pool shed and lifeguard stand. Director Marrs informed the Board that a 10-camera security system had been purchased. Plans for installation of the cameras in and around the clubhouse and pool area were discussed. Clubhouse report: ere were several rentals of the clubhouse during December and three rentals were on the books for the month of January. Recreation/ pool report: Water to the clubhouse and pool was turned off during the recent hard freeze to prevent pipes from breaking. Wind screens in the tennis courts have been repaired and have been secured with hog ties. After some investigation, Andy reported that repairs to the lifeguard stands may not be possible, and that the Board may need to consider purchasing a new stand. Financial report: December books will close in January as a few 2013 bills remained to be paid. Overall, the HOA was under the planned budget for 2013, and it was decided that the surplus money would be put into cash reserves. New Business: e Directors discussed revising Terra Nova’s bylaws and deed restrictions. Andy Armstrong, the HOA’s representative from Community Asset Management (CAM), stated he would send a draft of bylaws, which had been drawn up by CAM for another community, for consideration by Terra Nova’s Board. He noted that any revision of the bylaws would need to be approved by 43% of Terra Nova residents, and that revision of the Deed Restrictions would need 51% approval. The Directors have contacted an electrician to get an estimate for electrical work and repairs to be done throughout the neighborhood. Specifically, the electrician will provide an estimate for the installation of the security cameras, the installation of LED lights in Sabrina Park, repairs to the message board and lights at the entry of the subdivision. In addition, the Directors approved expenditure of an amount up to $500 for the repair/replacement of lights in the playground and tennis court areas. President Heaton brought up the topic of rekeying locks to the clubhouse and pool area with keys that are numbered and cannot be duplicated. Since it has been several years since the locks were rekeyed, the directors agreed to obtain bids to have the work done. e Directors also discussed on the issue of landscaping in Sabrina Park. Contract was approved for removal of 13 dead trees in area parks which pose a hazard to park goers. Following the removal of the dead trees, the Board will consider hiring The first regular monthly meeting of the Civic Association of Terra Nova (CATN) was held on Tuesday, January 14, 2014.
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VOLUME 2, ISSUE 3 TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER MARCH 2014
CATN HOA JANUARY MEETING REPORT
(Continued on Page 2)
Directors Reports & Old Business: Security report: The meeting opened with Deputy Sam
Orta reporting on two incidents that had occurred in Terra Nova since the previous HOA meeting. On New Year’s Eve, a resident on Slashwood called in to report that a window in the back of the house had been broken. In early January, a physical assault occurred in the play ground park. The investigation of the assault had not been resolved as the parties involved were not cooperating with the police.
Director Marrs (Insurance and Security) reported on a trespassing incident that occurred sometime during the Christmas break. Specifically, the gate to the pool area had been broken and someone had been in the pool shed and lifeguard stand. Director Marrs informed the Board that a 10-camera security system had been purchased. Plans for installation of the cameras in and around the clubhouse and pool area were discussed.
Clubhouse report: There were several rentals of the clubhouse during December and three rentals were on the books for the month of January.
Recreation/ pool report: Water to the clubhouse and pool was turned off during the recent hard freeze to prevent pipes from breaking. Wind screens in the tennis courts have been repaired
and have been secured with hog ties. After some investigation, Andy reported that repairs to the lifeguard stands may not be possible, and that the Board may need to consider purchasing a new stand.
Financial report: December books will close in January as a few 2013 bills remained to be paid. Overall, the HOA was under the planned budget for 2013, and it was decided that the surplus money would be put into cash reserves.
New Business: The Directors discussed revising Terra Nova’s bylaws and
deed restrictions. Andy Armstrong, the HOA’s representative from Community Asset Management (CAM), stated he would send a draft of bylaws, which had been drawn up by CAM for another community, for consideration by Terra Nova’s Board. He noted that any revision of the bylaws would need to be approved by 43% of Terra Nova residents, and that revision of the Deed Restrictions would need 51% approval.
The Directors have contacted an electrician to get an estimate for electrical work and repairs to be done throughout the neighborhood. Specifically, the electrician will provide an estimate for the installation of the security cameras, the installation of LED lights in Sabrina Park, repairs to the message board and lights at the entry of the subdivision. In addition, the Directors approved expenditure of an amount up to $500 for the repair/replacement of lights in the playground and tennis court areas.
President Heaton brought up the topic of rekeying locks to the clubhouse and pool area with keys that are numbered and cannot be duplicated. Since it has been several years since the locks were rekeyed, the directors agreed to obtain bids to have the work done.
The Directors also discussed on the issue of landscaping in Sabrina Park. Contract was approved for removal of 13 dead trees in area parks which pose a hazard to park goers. Following the removal of the dead trees, the Board will consider hiring
The first regular monthly meeting of the Civic Association of Terra Nova (CATN) was held on Tuesday, January 14, 2014.
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IMPORTANT NUMBERSMANAGEMENT COMPANY
Community Asset Management, Inc9802 F.M. 1960 Bypass W., #210
Humble, Texas 77338281.852.1155
DIRECTORSSamantha Heaton........Director of Legal and Deed Restrictions...........................................................samheaton@comcast.netMelanie Breed...................................Director of the Clubhouse..................................................................meeb@sbcglobal.netDebra Cariss...........................................Director of Recreation.........................................................mutts.cariss@sbcglobal.netTrey Marrs............................Director of Insurance and Security...............................................................wimarrs@hotmail.comL. “Gio” Giovanangelo........Director of Trash and Maintenance...............................................................giovannangelo@att.netBill Newman...............................................................Treasurer.......................................................newman77379@yahoo.comJoan Moreno...............................................................Secretary..............................................................dunmor63@gmail.com
WELCOMING COMMITTEEMelanie Breed.....................281.320.8353,[email protected] Debra Cariss.............832.559.1990, [email protected] Joann Cash.....................281.251.3427, [email protected]
NEIGHBORHOOD NUMBERSMarquee Postings................................samheaton@comcast.netPool Maintenance and Lifeguards........................713.609.9489Poison Control Center.........................................800-222-1222Reliant Energy......................................................800.332.7143
NEWSLETTEREditor...............................................................Susan Tsujimoto...............................................................tnnewdirt@gmail.comNewsletter Publisher.....................................................Peel Inc.............................................................................888.687.6444Advertising...............888.687.6444, [email protected]
APRIL ISSUE DEADLINE
All articles for the April issue of the New Dirt should be sent to the editor ([email protected]) by March 6, 2014.
Bulletin Board
Terra Nova
March HOA Quarterly MeetingThe spring quarterly meeting of the Civic Association
of Terra Nova will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 7:30p.m at the Terra Nova Clubhouse (5200 Woodville Lane). All residents are encouraged to attend.
Terra Nova Phone Directory Now AvailableThe 2014 Terra Nova Directory is now available. You may
get your copy in either of two ways: 1) by email - contact Melanie Breed at [email protected], or 2) in print - call Melanie at 281-320-8353.
Updates to the directory will be posted in the New Dirt on a monthly basis, so that residents can update their TN directory. There are no babysitting, pet-sitting or other job services offered. There are NO ads.
Thanks to all of you that submitted your information.
Yard of the Month JudgesTerra Nova is looking for a volunteer to take over Yard
of the Month. This position is really the easiest and most fun of all volunteer jobs.
1. every month you pick the yard you think is most deserving. The only restriction is that the yard cannot have won within the last 12 months.
2. take a picture of the yard to include with an article3. write a brief article for the New Dirt that describes
the yard4. send the article and picture to the New Dirt 5. pick up the $25.00 gift certificate from Plants for all
Season’s and deliver it to the winner.If you are interested, please contact Debby Cariss at
[email protected] or call 832-559-1990.The position is open home owners as well as renters.
Terra Nova Welcome CommitteeThe TN Welcome Committee works very hard to greet
every new neighbor and could really use your help. If you notice someone new moving in on your street, please contact us. We have a care package, containing important documents and gift, to welcome each new neighbor into the community. Our contact information is as follows:
Joann Cash 281-251-3427 [email protected] Breed 281-320-8353 [email protected] Cariss 832-559-1990 [email protected]
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March YOM winners are the Bradfords at 17830 Deep Brook Drive. This yard is a perfect example of a winter-summer low maintenance yard. It has a variety of greens, and there is nice contrast in height and shape with the many plants and shrubs: nandina, foxtail ferns, society garlic, Aztec grass, monkey grass and more. The flowerbeds are neatly outlined in rock and the lawn is well groomed, and the lovely birdhouses accent it all. Kudos to the Bradfords, our new neighbors.
Yard Monthofthe
KISD News BriefsSpring Community Dinner with the Superintendent
Parents and community members are invited to attend a dinner hosted by Dr. Jim Cain, Klein ISD Superintendent, from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at Kleb Intermediate School (7425 Louetta Rd., Klein, TX 77379). A pizza and salad dinner will be provided free of charge beginning at 6:30 p.m., followed by a district update and a question and answer session with Dr. Cain. To reserve a seat, call 832.249.4173 by Feb. 25, 2014. Free child care is available at Kids R Kids of Champions, 16722 Squyres Rd. Call 281.379.2998 and ask for Michelle Barr.
Inclement Weather Days ScheduledThank you for your support as the district recently decided
to close schools two days during inclement weather. Much goes into a decision to close school and these decisions are never taken lightly. According to the Texas Education Agency (TEA), students and staff are required to meet the designated number of instructional days and TEA is not issuing waivers for any school districts in the Houston area that missed these two days. As such, Klein ISD will be open for school on April 17 and June 6, 2014.
D.W. Miller Maintenance to design and install landscaping and a water-sprinkler system in Sabrina Park.
Lastly, the Directors discussed ways to improve neighborhood communication. Funds were approved to compile an updated neighborhood directory. The directory will be set up as an Excel file that will be available only to Terra Nova residents. On request, the file will be sent by email to the resident, who can then update the directory when new listings become available. A printed version would be available for those residents, who prefer a hard copy. The Directors also discussed the possibility of contracting with a website management company to build and manage a neighborhood website. President Heaton wanted look into how other communities are handling their websites, before discussing the topic further.
Disclaimer: The report given above is NOT a record of minutes for the CATN January meeting. The official minutes can be obtained from Andy Armstrong ([email protected]) once they have been approved by the Board of Directors.
The next Quarterly meeting is scheduled on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 7:30p.m. All residents are encouraged to attend.
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AT THE LIBRARY
Detailed calendar with many other library events and programs at
https://host4.evanced.info/harris/evanced/eventcalendar.aspSusan Tsujimoto, Editor
Tax Preparation Assistance at the libraryAARP volunteers are ready to help customers prepare
their tax returns. Service is on a first come-first served basis. All ages are welcome. The volunteers will be available these hours: Saturdays 10:00-4:00 and Mondays 1:00-8:00.
Barbara Bush Library Book ClubsMarch Meetings
Evening Book ClubOn March 11, from 7:00 – 8:45 PM the Evening Book
Club will discuss “The Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline. The club will meet in the Women's Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor).
Great Books Discussion GroupOn March 13, from 7:00- 8:45 PM the Great Books
Discussion Group will meet in the Women's Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor) to discuss “On Dreams” by Sigmund Freud. The Great Books Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month.
Afternoon Book Discussion GroupThe Afternoon Book Club will meet on two dates in March
to discuss “The Rosie Project” by Graeme Simsion. The first meeting will be held on March 27 from 1:30 - 3:30 PM, in the Earl Elliot Room (Foyer). A second meeting will be held on March 28 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the Women's Council of Realtors Conference Room (2nd Floor).
Olympic Fever Can Encourage Physical Activity In Children
According to an expert at Baylor College of Medicine, the Olympics are a great opportunity for children to learn about physical activity and goal setting.
According to Dr. Jorge Gomez, associate professor of pediatrics in the division of adolescent and sports medicine at Baylor, Olympic competitions will encourage children to do something fun and active.
"Research has shown that the strongest predictor of children remaining physically active into adulthood is having experiences of being active with their parents," said Gomez.
He offers the following tips for parents when watching the Olympic Games with their children:
• Point out that the athletes are participating because it¹s fun for them.
• Emphasize athletes are where they are after years of hard work.
• Discuss what it means to be a team player and to have good sportsmanship.
• Focus on the fact that the athletes are fit because they take care of themselves by eating well and exercising.
• While encouraging children to explore new activities, keep safety in mind.
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The Recipe BoxSusan Tsujimoto, Editor
I LOVE tomatoes!! …can’t get enough of them, and I can hardly wait to get some planted in my garden. Nothing tastes better that a home-grown tomato!! According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, early March is the best time to transplant, so it’ll be a couple months before I’ll be able to enjoy some home-grown deliciousness. But lucky for us Texans, tomatoes are available in stores year-round. Here is one of my favorite tomato soup recipes, which is perfect with a grilled cheese sandwich.
Roasted Tomato Soup
5 tomatoes, cored (if necessary) and quartered1 large red bell pepper, seeded and quartered2 medium yellow onions, peeled, quarteredextra-virgin olive oil5 plump cloves of garlic, unpeeledfine-grain sea salt1 cup reduced sodium V8 juice1 - 2 cups light chicken or vegetable stock1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions:Preheat the oven to 375°F and position a rack in the middle
of the oven. Coat the bottom of rimmed 18” x 13” half-sheet baking pan with olive oil.
Arrange the tomatoes, skin side down, on one half of the
baking sheet. Coat the bell pepper and onions with olive oil and put them on the other half of the baking sheet along with the garlic, place the pepper skin side down as well. Give veggies a light showering of salt, then bake until the tomatoes start to collapse and the onions start to brown and caramelize, about 45 minutes. Turn the onions if they start getting overly dark on the bottom .Check on the garlic as well, once the cloves are golden and oozy inside, pull them from the oven.
Peel the garlic, dump all of the roasted vegetables into conventional blender or food processor.* Deglaze the baking sheet by adding V8 juice and 1 cup water to the baking sheet. Using a rubber spatula scrape the browned veggie-bits into the liquid. Add the deglazing liquid to the blender and process the vegetables to desired consistency.
Add pureed veggies to a soup pot and add the stock, smoked paprika and a bit more salt if needed - adjusting to your taste. Simmer until heated through and serve.
Notes:*Depending on the size of your blender/processor jar, you
may need to work in batches. If you have a glass blender jar you need to be extra careful that you let the ingredients cool down a little bit before you put them in the glass jar, otherwise the glass could explode and cause serious injury.
As with all soups, stews and chilis, this soup is better the day after it’s been prepared.
Make an impact.
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