kleinwood - july 2014

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July 2014 Volume 4, Issue 7

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As the summer heats up, many of you will escape the daily grind and head out on a well-deserved vacation. But before you hit the road, take a few precautions so your home isn’t enticing to thieves or susceptible to fire and other disasters. Not only is having your home vandalized or burnt to the ground a highly unpleasant way to return from a trip, but it also puts the rest of the association at risk, as these problems have the potential to spread quickly throughout the neighborhood. So, before you take off, consider implementing these safety tips to keep your home and our community secure.

Call on friends for help. If you’re going to be away a week or more, ask a trusted friend to check on your house every day or two—or better yet, housesit—while you’re gone. Not only will they make sure nothing happens to your home, but you might also ask them to bring in your mail and newspapers, water plants or even feed Fluffy. Of course, it’s a good idea to let your neighbors know a friend is monitoring your property so they don’t call the police to thwart a perceived “break-in.”

Set your lights on a timer. Leaving your house unlit for days on end is a sure sign to burglars that it’s empty, but so is keeping the lights on 24-7. A good way to handle the lights on/off conundrum is to set them on a timer that’s scheduled to simulate your regular routine. Of course, if the lights seem a bit too simulated, that can be another telltale sign, so it’s a good

Keep Your Home Safe While on Vacationidea to set the timers in individual rooms on staggered schedules to make the light coming from your home seem more natural.

Stop your mail and newspaper. Nothing screams “nobody’s home!” like a pile of newspapers strewn about your doorstep or an overflowing mailbox. So, if you can’t get a friend or neighbor to collect them for you, it’s best to have your mail and paper

stopped if you’re going to be out of town for awhile.

Don’t leave the spare house key lying around. That fake rock where you keep the extra house key isn’t as discrete as you think. Whether you keep a spare under your welcome mat, above the door frame or in a hide-a-key contraption, chances are it will take the nefarious types five minutes flat to find it and gain easy entry to your house. So take it with you, let a friend hold onto it or put it in a safe place inside

your house, even if you’re worried about losing your other keys. Because when it comes down to it, calling a locksmith is less traumatic than calling the police.

Make a last-minute checklist. Are all the windows and doors locked? Stove and oven turned off? How about all the faucets? Are the electronics unplugged and valuables secured? Take five minutes before you leave to ensure your house is vacation-ready. Another run-through of the house may seem unnecessary if you did it earlier in the day, but knowing you’ve left your house as safe as possible will help you kick back and have a great vacation.

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IMPORTANT NUMBERSKLEINWOOD MAINTENANCE BOARDLarry Chamberlin, President ........................... 281-580-2222Ronnie Brod, Vice President ............................ 281-370-9200Tom Houser, Secretary .................................... 281-379-6517Jeff Gobbell, Treasurer ..................................... 281-251-7767Kelly Smith, Director at Large ......................... 281-370-9735

KLEINWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICTSherry Allard, President ................................... 281-923-8603Joe Fratangelo, Vice President.......................... 281-251-3189Bernie Bryl, Secretary-Treasurer ....................... 281-251-2688David C Guerrero, Assistant Secretary. ............ 281-251-2773Robert Ehmann, Asst. V.P. & Asst. Sec ............ 281-251-8621

MANAGEMENT COMPANYChaparral Management ................................... 281-537-0957

POOL MANAGEMENT COMPANYSouthwest Pool Management .......................... 281-370-2474MUD FACILITY MANAGER & BUILDING RENTALSRoger Schuett .................................................. 281-685-1275

NEIGHBORHOOD COORDINATORSJeff Gobbel, Message Board Coord. .... [email protected] Gobbell, Pool Liaison ................................ 281-593-5405Mona Currey, Newsletter Editor ......... [email protected] Brod, Tennis Liaison ........................... 281-370-9200Head Block Captain .............................................. NEEDED

SCHOOLSMittelstadt Elementary .................................... 832-484-6711Kleb Middle School......................................... 832-249-5500Klein High School ........................................... 832-484-4000

COMMUNITY SERVICESEmergency .......................................................................911 Harris County Constable ................................ 281-376-3472C.C.E.M.S ...................................................... 281-440-4300St. Lukes Vintage Hospital .............................. 832-534-5000Methodist Willowbrook Hospital .................... 281-737-1000Poison Control Center .................................... 281-654-1701Waste Management ......................................... 713-686-6666Klein VFD Business Office .............................. 281-376-4449Water/Sewer Repairs (24/7) ............................. 832-467-1599Water/Sewer Billing Questions ........................ 832-467-1599Reliant Energy/HL&P .................................... 713-207-7777Centerpoint (report streetlight outings) ........... 713-207-2222Harris County Library, Barbara Bush Branch .. 281-376-4610Harris County, Precinct 4 ................................ 281-353-8424Harris County Animal Control ....................... 281-999-3191Aircraft Noise Complaints ............................... 281-233-3900Environmental Development Partners ............. 832-467-1599Harris County Dispute Resolution Center ...... 713-755-8274 ...................................................... www.co.harris.tx.us/drcDomestic Violence .......................................... 281-401-6250Harris County Animal Control ....................... 281-999-3191Dead Animal Pick-up ...................................... 713-699-1113Harris County ..........................................www.co.harris.tx.usPoison Control .............................................1-800-764-7661Harris County Health Dept. ........................... 713-439-6000 ................................................................. www.hcphes.orgHarris County Community Service ................. 281-353-8424Ha ................................................................... www.hcp4.netHarris County Appraisal District ..................... 713-757-7800 .....................................................................www.hcad.orgHarris County Flood Control District ............. 713-684-4000 ....................................................................www.hcfcd.org

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The next Cypress-Tomball Democrats monthly meeting will be on Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Rudy’s Grill & Cantina, 11760 Grant Rd., Cypress, TX 77429. A meet and greet starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by the general meeting from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

July’s guest speakers are David Jones and Gary Polland, co-hosts of the Houston PBS political affairs program, “Red White & Blue”. They will discuss the outlook for the 2014 and beyond campaigns.

All are welcome to attend the meeting and to join this growing club, which meets on the third Tuesday of every month. For more information, visit the website at www.cytomdems.com; contact Glenn Etienne at [email protected]; or “Like” the club on Facebook.

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The Northwest Flyers Track Club Youth Cross-Country Team kicks off the fall season with registration and a mandatory orientation for parents and athletes on Monday, September 8, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. Registration will be held at Cypress Creek High School, 9815 Grant Rd., Houston, TX. The first practice will be held at the Cypress Creek YMCA on Thursday, September 11.

The Northwest Flyers Track Club is a member program of USA Track and Field (USATF), the national governing body for track and cross country. The club is in its 27th year in the northwest Houston area. Ages 6 - 18 may participate in the team, and both beginners and experienced runners are welcome. Middle school and high school cross country athletes can also register, but should compete after their cross country season is over.

Contact Coach Eric Wentworth at [email protected], 281-961-6603, or Coach Donnell Carter at dcarter.nwflyers@

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yahoo.com, 281-467-4727, for more information. Email Coach Carter to get on the email list and you will receive a free running training video. Visit www.northwestflyers.org to get updates and learn more about the team.


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Summer is the time for barbecue parties and sleeping under the stars, but bothersome bugs can ruin outdoor fun. Many people spray themselves and their lawns with chemical repellants to get rid of these pests, but there are natural alternatives that are environmentally friendly to your home and our association. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy a bug-free summer.

Get growing. Planting a simple garden can do wonders in keeping the bug count down. Plants like garlic, radishes, marigolds, nasturtium, oregano, sage, rosemary, cilantro and mint are easy to cultivate and can make the area in and around your garden uninviting to the creepy crawlers, as they act as natural bug repellants. Pest-control never looked or tasted so good!

Wet and wild. Eliminate stagnate or standing water in your yard; it provides breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Emptying used kiddy pools and fountains and refilling them with fresh water, cleaning gutters of leaves and other rain-blocking debris and filling in puddles with dirt are just some of the ways to reduce the buzzing bugs in your yard.

Keep Your Backyard Bug‐Free ... NaturallyGoing to the birds. Setting up a few bird houses in your yard

is not only a great way to enjoy the beauty of our feathered friends, but it also mitigates bug problems, since many birds love to dine on dragonflies, dung beetles and the ilk.

Candle in the wind. When outdoors, ignite an all-natural bug repellant candle nearby to keep the bugs at bay, and enjoy the sweet smell of citronella, lavender, mint and other aromas that pests find repugnant. Brands such as BioSensory, Solay, Melo and Yankee Candle have jumped onto the debugging bandwagon and offer eco-conscious candles.

Light up the night. Many high-flying insects are drawn to light like a moth to the…you get the idea. So, why not install an elevated yellow bug light on your back porch or deck to attract those critters up and away from the ground (and you!) when you spend an evening outdoors. Of course, be sure to review our Association Docs or talk with to an association representative to make sure your bug lights are in compliance with HOA rules.


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The Texas Stallions Track Club Cross Country team is proud to announce the return of the Stallions Stampede 2K/5K Fun Run 10K Relay and We Can! FitZone. The family friendly event will take place on October 18, 2014, at 8am, at Forest Oaks Park in Spring, Texas.

The Stallions Stampede and We Can! FitZone aims to promote healthy living in youth through family education, increased physical activity and reduced sedentary time. A USATF Sanctioned event the Stallions Stampede offers 3 races to get the community involved – A Family 2K, a USATF Certified 5K, and a 10K Relay. The We Can! FitZone is free community event offering youth and families fun and useful tools and information for healthful living.

“Stallions XC is excited to welcome Downsize Fitness as a Winner’s Circle Sponsor, their perfect complement to our efforts to raise awareness about childhood obesity”, said Head Cross Country Coach Lavoxkeia Carnes. “Downsize fitness is the world’s first gym for people with more than 50 pounds of weight to lose and offers kids free memberships when their parents join”, said Grover Daly, VP of Downsize Fitness. The Stallions Events Committee is seeking healthy living businesses and professionals to provide health screenings, education, assessments and other services to our participants.

For more details, visit the event web site at www.StallionsStampede.com or contact Lavoxkeia Carnes, meet director, Texas Stallions Track Club at 832-415-0568 or by email at [email protected]. Registration is underway for our 2014 Cross Country Running Program, visit www.TexasStallions.org to join today!

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Summer barbecues, beach trips and fun in the sun are on everyone's to-do lists. While getting ready to enjoy some summer fun, Waste Management encourages residents to keep safety in mind.

1. Keep our kids safe: During summertime, many children enjoy carefree activities such as bike riding and playing basketball in our streets. Encourage your kids to observe all safety rules and regulations, including wear helmets and pads, in addition to remaining aware of oncoming traffic. Waste Management drivers are specially trained to remain cautious and

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THIS SUMMER, THINK SAFETY FIRST!aware at all times while driving, but we need the community's help to keep our kids safe.

2. Keep our trash cans safe: Every year, hot coals from barbecues are improperly disposed of and cause both fires and injuries. Coals that appear cooled may in fact still be hot, and could cause a fire in your trash can, which is dangerous for your community and for our drivers. Coals or ashes fresh from the barbecue should never be disposed directly into your collection

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3. Keep our wildlife safe: Be sure to dispose of all trash from barbecues and picnics properly to keep our wildlife safe from harm. Improperly disposed of trash, especially items like plastic from soda can containers can be dangerous to wildlife such as birds. By keeping waste properly contained, we can keep our wildlife safe from unnecessary harm. Waste Management will do the rest!

"Summer is a time for safety just as much as it is for fun," said Lisa Hemenway, Community Relations for Waste Management. "Waste Management is always on the lookout to improve safety for residents both in and out of our trucks."

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