terra nova - december 2013

Copyright © 2013 Peel, Inc. TerraNovaCommunityNewsletter - December 2013 1

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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2 TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2013

CATN HOA ELECTIONto Be Held December 5th Elections for directors of the Civic Association of Terra Nova (CATN) will be held prior to the Winter Quarterly HOA Meeting, from 6:30-7:30 PM, on Thursday, December 5, 2013, at the TN Clubhouse (5200 Woodville Lane). There are five open positions on the ballot, three directors’ positions (voting) and two support positions (non-voting). All Terra Nova residents, who are current in their HOA dues, are eligible to vote. Following are the biographies of the candidates seeking to fill the open positions:

Director, First Vice PresidentMelanie E. Breed I currently serve as Treasurer on the Louetta Road Utility District and have worked with a number of other water boards and emergency services districts. Previously, I served on the Terra Nova Home Owners’ Association (HOA) for six years as Secretary. I also have worked in a number of voluntary positions over the years, principally while my children attended area schools. As a member of Faithbridge United Methodist Church, I have been active in several areas of service, as has my husband, John. I believe that strong neighborhoods are essential to the quality of life we enjoy. Maintaining that quality of life depends on active and involved volunteers. I thank you for your support.

Director, Second Vice PresidentDeborah A. Cariss I am currently the Assistant Secretary and a Director on the Louetta Road Utility District. I am running for an open voting position on the Civic Association of Terra Nova Homeowners Association (HOA). I have served in the past as the Recreation Director and the Clubhouse Director. I am active with Terra Nova parties, the Yard of the Month selections and welcoming as well as providing information to our new neighbors as a member of the Welcoming Committee. I was instrumental in getting the New Dirt reinstated this November. I attend the HOA meetings regularly and support the HOA members in their efforts to keep Terra Nova a safe and family friendly neighborhood. My husband and I have lived here since March of 1991.

Nick Longtin I have lived in Terra Nova going on five years now. In that time I have involved myself in many ways including: being part of the “Night Watchmen” of our neighborhood before we had our private off duty contract, Volunteering at several community parties and events, and serving on the Board of Directors for nearly three years in several different positions. I have a love for this community and a want to help keep its rich history alive, strong, and growing. I feel confident that my openness to communication, experience on the Board, love for this community, and my drive to make a difference make me an exceptional choice to have on your Terra Nova Board of Directors. (Continued on Page 3)

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DIRECTORSMark Whitten.............................................................President ...................................................................drwhitten@aol.com Trey Marrs...............Director of Trash, Maintenance & SecuritySamantha Heaton.......................Director of Pool & Recreation............................................................samheaton@comcast.netDaniela Montes......................................Director of Clubhouse.........................................................dmontes1069@gmail.comGarry Matocha............................................................Treasurer................................................gmmatocha@spectraenergy.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]

Bulletin BoardTerra Nova

JANUARY ISSUE DEADLINEAll articles for the January issue of the New Dirt should be

sent to the editor ([email protected]) by December 6, 2013.

2014 HOA Maintenance AssessmentsAn invoice for the 2014 maintenance assessment ($603.00 per lot) was distributed by mail to all Terra Nova residents during October. The assessment fee is due on January 1, 2014 and becomes delinquent and subject to late fees if not paid by January 31, 2014. Installment plans are available. Please consult the CATN, Notice of Collection Policy included in the mail-out for further details. If you have not yet received the 2014 assessment notice, please contact Andy Armstrong at Community Asset Management by phone at 281-852-1155 or by email at [email protected] for details.

LRUD Water TipDid you know that 26.7% of water used in homes is from toilets? Please check your toilet for leaks and consider buying a low water toilet when replacing an existing toilet. Every drop counts!!

New Terra Nova Phone DirectoryThe Terra Nova phone directory is in the process of being updated. This directory is only for TN residents and will not distributed outside of the subdivision. Please send your name, telephone number and street address to Debby Cariss by email to [email protected], or by phone at 832-559-1990. If you wish, your email address and cell number can be also included in the directory.

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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Director, Fourth Vice PresidentAnne Birkhead I have been living in Terra Nova since 1976. I would like to be elected to the 4th VP position of the 2014 Board. I am a retired nurse who still teaches CPR to the community. I regularly attend the board meeting. In the past I have helped out at the Clubhouse for the Memorial and Labor Day Activities. I have helped pass out The New Dirt door to door and helped the Water Board deliver flyers on the recent bond issue. I have been on the board before and would like to serve the community again.

L. “Gio” Giovanangelo I have lived in Terra Nova for 37 years with my wife Georgean and have served on the HOA for several of those years. I am running again to further maintain Terra Nova as a great place to live while keeping a handle on all the rising costs we are subjected to each week. I am very accessible to anyone who wants to talk to me with new ideas as to reach those goals. Thank

you in advance for your support

Daniela Montes Daniele and her husband have been residents of Terra Nova for eleven years. She has been a Vice President on the HOA Board for the past two years and served as Director of the Clubhouse.

Secretary (non-voting)Joan Moreno Joan has lived in Terra Nova for two and a half years, after relocating from Philadelphia. She has served on the HOA Board the past year as Secretary of the Board.

Treasurer (non-voting)Robbie Milford My husband and I have lived in Terra Nova for eleven years. We have found it to be one of the finest older neighborhoods around. I am interested in helping keep Terra Nova

an excellent place to live and raise a family. I am a former high school business teacher and have volunteered extensively in Christian organizations and local assistance ministry. Presently, I chase my young grandchildren around! It was a pleasure to meet many of you as I walked door-to-door with our successful petition opposing the low income apartment complex. As treasurer I can contribute be keeping a good track of our expenditures and investments in our community.

Bill Newman My name is Bill Newman, and my wife and I have lived in Terra Nova for thirty-three years. I am a CPA and a retired partner at the accounting firm of Weaver and Tidwell. I have been a treasurer for the Terra Nova Civic Association previously (more than fifteen years ago). Now that I am retired, I have time to devote to the job. I feel that I have the integrity, knowledge and experience or perform the job well.

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The November YOM winner is the Rieansnider family at 5306 Slashwood Lane. This property is lovely all year round. The lawn is always lush and manicured. The shrubs and plants are healthy and well cared for. The blue plumbago and yellow lantana are blooming right now and add a nice contrast to the variety of greens. In the spring and summer the agapanthus adds color to the yard. The backyard is beautiful, too. Walk or drive by and get some ideas for your own yard. Thanks to the Rieansniders for the many years of taking pride in their home.

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Fine Arts CalendarThe Cypress Symphony - www.cypresssymphony.orgAppassionato - Cypress Symphony Fundraiser Concert An afternoon of chamber music! Music selections will include classical favorites along with some holiday fun!Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Cypress Serenades - Mark Dupere, conductingC.P.E Bach Symphony for Strings in B-flatMendelssohn String Symphony No. 7 in D minorTchaikovsky Serenade for Strings Op. 48Saturday January 18th, 2014 at 7:00 pmThe Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TXTickets can be purchased online. Student admission is free.

Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts - www.pearlmfa.orgTexas Art Quilts, 1993–2011 thru Dec 15France: Northwest Houston Collects6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TXTues, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10am-5pmThurs: 10am-8pmSun: 12-5pmAdmission is free

KISD News BriefsCourtney Vu Earns Honors in Art Contest Art students across the Klein ISD recently participated in an art contest sponsored by the Houston Northwest Medical Center and Frost Bank. Klein Collins’ Courtney Vu, instructed by Mike Hall, received second place honors in the high school division.

KISD Orchestras and Bands Fare Well in October Competitions Klein Collins marching band placed fifth overall in the Sam Houston State University Marching Contest. In addition, the band received a First Division rating at the Region 9 UIL marching contest. Klein ISD orchestras also did extremely well at the regional orchestra audition. Of the 141 chairs in the junior high region orchestras for string and harp players, Klein ISD students auditioned into 89 of the chairs and at the high school level filled 81 of 118 seats.

Winter Holidays Ahead!! KISD schools will be closed for winter holidays from December 23, 2013 – January 6, 2014

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Barbara Bush Library Book Clubs – December Meetings Evening Book ClubOn December 10th at 7:00 – 8:45 PM the Evening Book Club will discuss “The Drowning House: A Novel” by Elizabeth Black. The club will meet in the Women’s Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor).

Afternoon Book Discussion GroupThe Afternoon Book Club will meet on two dates in December to discuss “Where’d You Go Bernadette: A Novel” by Maria Semple. The first meeting will be held on December 19 from 1:30 – 3:30 PM, in the Earl Elliot Room (Foyer). A second meeting will be held on December 20 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the Women’s Council of Realtors Conference Room (2nd Floor).

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Shortly before the opening night performance of HGO’s Aida, Greg and I stopped by the coffee bar in the lobby of the Sundance Cinema for a hot drink and a nosh. Feeling a bit adventurous, we passed on the usual chocolate chip cookie and decided on a Pecan Toffee cookie, and to go with it, a cup of Earl Grey tea. The tea was lovely, but the cookie, OMG! Probably the BEST cookie EVER!!!! Of course with Christmas just around the corner, I HAD to find a recipe. And thanks the food blog SavoryNotes.com, here it is.

Susan Tsujimoto, Editor

Maple Pecan Toffee Cookies2 cups all-purpose flour2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp fine salt3/4 cup unsalted butter at room temp1/2 cup real maple syrup* 1/2 cup dark brown sugar1 egg1/2 tsp vanilla extract1 cup chopped pecans*1 cup toffee bits, e.g. Heath Bits ‘o Brickle

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, beat together butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.

3. Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until thoroughly combined.

4. In a medium-sized bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients in medium bowl to wet ingredients in large bowl. Mix until just combined.

5. Hand-stir in pecans and toffee bits.6. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared cookie

sheet.7. Bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes or until slightly brown

around the edges.

*Notes: Recommend using Grade B maple syrup. If you don’t have grade B, use Grade A and replace the vanilla extract with maple extract. Also, I’d recommend toasting the pecans before baking to bring out the flavor of the pecans. To toast pecans: spread the nuts in a single-layer on a baking sheet. Bake nuts 10-15 minutes at 350°F. For even toasting, stir and flip the nuts half-way through baking. Keep an eye on the pecans towards the end of baking, so they don’t burn. The nuts should be fragrant and slightly darker than they were prior to toasting.

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