The Timbergram JANUARY 2019
TIMBERGROVE MANOR CIVIC CLUB ○ P.O. BOX 70977 ○ HOUSTON, TX 77270-0977
TMCC General Meeting Tuesday, January 8th
7:00 PM Sinclair Elementary Cafeteria
Guest Speakers Heights H-E-B Staff
Tammy Hager, Unit Director Kate Gilbert, Area Community Coordinator Jonathan Sanchez, Pharmacy Jacob Minter, Curbside Manager Jason Holguin, Floral Manager Hear about the new store’s amenities and community involvement
Come Early pizza + social 6:30 PM
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Meet Your New TMCC Board President Dear Timbergrove Manor homeowners and residents, Happy New Year! On behalf of the TMCC, I want to welcome you all to 2019 here in Timbergrove Manor. I am very honored that the members of TMCC have elected me to serve as President for this year’s Board. Before I begin to introduce myself and outline my goals for 2019, I want to whole-heartedly thank Bill Morfey for his many years of service as President of the TMCC. Bill will be an irreplaceable part of the TMCC and during his tenure as President, Timbergrove Manor has been recognized as an active and engaged neighborhood in Houston. Bill, on behalf of the Board and all of our members, “Thank You!” I am excited to work with an invigorated and extremely talented Board in 2019. The members have elected a Board that will draw from the skills of many long-standing residents as well as new neighbors. Some Board members have years of experience on the Board and some are recent volunteers. I am confident this mix of tenured insiders and fresh perspectives will lead to the continued progress of our neighborhood throughout the coming year. My main goal of 2019 is to increase the number of households in Timbergrove Manor that choose to become members of the TMCC. It is important to maintain an active neighborhood for increased visibility within local government, and to continue t h e b e n e fi t s that brought us all to Timbergrove Manor in the first
West 11th Street Park It’s a birders paradise right in the heart of Timbergrove
place. I originally moved to Timbergrove in 2011, attracted by the beautiful homes and neighborhood feel, all near most of Houston’s greatest attractions. A bit about me: I attended business school at Texas A&M University followed by The University of Virginia School of Law. Originally from Corpus Christi, I moved to Houston upon graduation from law school in 2009, and practiced corporate and contracts law for four years. More recently, I returned to Texas A&M and completed a M.S. in Geology in 2015, all the while remaining a homeowner and part-time resident in Timbergrove Manor. I currently work for an E&P company with recent roles in corporate strategy and North American offshore exploration. I look forward to meeting many of you that I have not yet gotten the chance to speak with. I sincerely hope that you will consider renewing or joining as a member of TMCC. A form is enclosed should you choose to do so. I welcome any questions you may have and want to once again reiterate how excited I am to serve you this year. Best, Miles Sasser
Pay Your Dues! January is Membership Month Mail the enclosed form along with your check, or pay online! timbergrove.org
Membership Kickoff: How Are Your TMCC Dues Used? The Timbergrove Manor Civic Club is a non-profit organization charged with caring for our amazing neighborhood, and it’s all made possible by the support of our gracious members. Membership dues are $30 per voting person for a calendar year or $60 for two voting members per household. This price is significantly less than most HOAs and allows us to sustain Timbergrove Manor as one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Houston. So what exactly does TMCC do? Here are some select efforts: Community Events Annually, TMCC hosts an Easter Egg Hunt, Fourth of July Ice Cream Social, SnowFest and a variety of other membership socials. Hundreds of Timbergrove Manor residents attend and
love these unique events. While most of our organizing and staffing is done by volunteer neighbors, we have terrific sponsors that help to offset costs.
This Committee works hand in hand with our Design Review Committee as it guides residents through remodeling or building new homes in the neighborhood.
Environmental Affairs & Civic Engagement
Neighborhood Security
Our Environmental Af fair s Committee is very active in the maintenance and development of our neighborhood parks and spearheads involvement with sensitive projects like Bryce St Treatment Station. They also actively works with Super Neighborhood Council 14 and other city and county entities to ensure our neighborhood is maintained and improved.
In addition to a legacy of support from the HPD Citizen Patrol program, TMCC retains a private security provider, S.E.A.L. Security Solutions, to police the neighborhood with year-round patrols. This includes regular patrols and a hotline for all residents and special benefits, including vacation watch services, alarm response and home security reviews for paid security supporters.
Deed Restrictions & Design Review
Support TMCC Today!
We have a thoughtful and diligent Committee focused on ensuring that deed restrictions are understood and observed.
To become a member, you can pay dues online at timbergrove.org or mail your check with the enclosed form.
Sinclair Elementary Update Calling All Future Superstars! Zoned students who are eligible to enter kindergarten in the 2019-2020 school year (5 years old on or before September 1, 2019) can apply to be tested for Sinclair's Neighborhood Gifted & Talented (GT) Vanguard Program prior to beginning kindergarten. These age-appropriate tests are administered in a one-on-one setting by trained professionals on our campus. Applications and additional information can be found on our website: www.houstonisd.org/Page/139510. Applications are due by January 25. Please email completed and signed applications (both pages) to rebecca.nielsen@HoustonISD.org. Any questions can be directed to Ms. Nielsen as well. Once the application deadline has passed, you will receive a
phone call to schedule a testing appointment. Note: Students who have already scheduled entering kindergarten GT testing through the HISD magnet application do not need to apply for GT testing at our campus, as we are administering the same assessment, and multiple test scores can cause confusion in the online application system. Should your student qualify as GT through HISD's central testing and you decide to enroll at Sinclair, the qualification will transfer with your student.
Be On the Lookout! 2019 Enrollment Information Informational sessions regarding PK and kindergarten enrollment for the 2019-2020 school year will be hosted at
our campus later this Spring. Be on the lookout for more information in March!
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E2 = Excellent Eats: Enter the Lunar New Year Submitted by Jonathan Nasser I hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season. It’s traditionally a time of year where families stay in and share a home cooked meal. I really like the holiday season - and for me it continues to the Lunar New Year. The Lunar New Year is celebrated all around Asia, with several variations. In China, the Lunar New Year is celebrated for fifteen days. In Vietnam, Tet is traditionally celebrated for three days. In Singapore, many take the week off to celebrate with friends and family. Houston has its share of Lunar New Year celebrations as well, and anyone can join the festivals around town - or maybe just consider a smaller tribute by enjoying one of the classic Chinese New Year dishes.
One of the Lunar New Year’s classic dishes is dumplings, those little presents of meat and veggies. Dumplings are little symbols of wealth, and the shape is said to be reminiscent of ancient Chinese gold and silver ingots which were vaguely boat-shaped. My daughter loves to devour dumplings Hughie's, and
downtown also has a couple of great dumpling shops like Doozo’s and Baoz. Another staple is long noodles. The traditional two foot long variety might be a challenge to chase down in Houston, but I don't think anyone’s walking around with a ruler either. The noodle's length symbolizes a long, healthy life. I would go for some pho from Flying Pho or noodles from the Rice Box. And finally, if you do decide to go to a Lunar New Year festival, you can find a lot of the traditional foods served at the festivals as well. There are always several festivals in Chinatown and throughout Houston to visit. I’ve enjoyed the free celebration at the Chinese Community Center in Chinatown. Fung’s Kitchen hosts a pricey but impressive seated dinner as well.
specific assets go to the people you want to receive them, you should outline your wishes in a will or trust.
4 Estate Planning Myths Busted! Putting a little thought and effort into estate planning now helps to ensure your final wishes are fulfilled problem-free. Belief: If you don’t have a will, the government takes everything you own. Truth: Without a will or trust, the laws of your most recent home state dictate who receives your assets. Plan: Depending on state laws, your surviving spouse, children, or parents are likely to inherit what you leave behind if you don’t have a will. However, live-in partners, step-children, and other kin will be left out. To ensure your
Belief: You have to update your will every time there is a life change. Truth: Some parts of a will “self-adjust” due to life changes. Plan: When putting together an estate plan, discuss possible upcoming life changes, such as adopting a child or buying a home, with your lawyer Belief: The court-supervised probate process of gathering and distributing assets to creditors and inheritors is unavoidable. Truth: Assigning a beneficiary to certain assets helps avoid probate. Plan: If you can assign a beneficiary, such as in the case of a life insurance policy and tax-deferred account, do it. But assets like houses and standard bank accounts don’t allow for named beneficiaries. Creating a revocable trust instead may help your relatives avoid probate, but make sure everything is actually transferred to the trust. Belief: I’ve created an estate plan, so everything is taken care of. Truth: You should review your estate plan every three to five years to make sure it’s up-to-date. Plan: Some estate planning documents “self-adjust” due to particular life circumstances, but it’s always a good idea to revisit and close any loopholes.
Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Feel free to call or text me at 713-8228555. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in the next issue!
Last time I went, Fung’s Kitchen hosted a spectacle with a cooking display from a celebrity chef, a seated dinner, and indoor lion dancing.
restaurant, with several familiar options alongside their craft beer menu. Their portions are pretty big, and I’ve liked how fresh the food seems. Everything is served in those old school takeout boxes. The point of all this for me is that food is a cultural experience, and holidays like this are excellent opportunities to learn about the culinary roots of cultures. So my family won’t be celebrating for 15 days, but we will be doing our little part to ring in the year of the earth pig. I hope you take the time to see a lion dance, and to wish others happiness, health, and long noodles.
Flying Pho 3434 Ella Blvd. Houston, TX 77018 flyingpho.com Fung’s Kitchen 7320 Southwest Fwy., #115 Houston, TX 77074 eatatfungs.com Hughie’s 1802 W. 18th St. Houston, TX 77008 hughiesgrille.com Rice Box
T here are some good Asian restaurants around, and several have been mentioned in this newsletter in the past. I don't want to rehash the same material. Flying Pho (Ella, just north of 34th) is a modern take on some Vietnamese classics. Flying Pho offers a unique spin on Vietnamese food, and I like the variety it adds to the local offerings. Rice Box (20th, a block west of Yale) is a slightly upscale take on a classic Chinese
Restaurant Index Baoz Dumplings 1001 Fannin St., M180 Houston, TX 77002 facebook.com/BaozDumplings Doozo 1200 McKinney St. Houston, TX 77010
Meet Your New Heights H-E-B Team! Curbside pickup, pharmacy and deli counter, oh my! The long-awaited H-E-B on N. Shepherd is scheduled to open January 29. For many of our residents, this will be a bittersweet moment. The H-E-B Pantry on 18th Street is not just a grocery store, it’s a neighborhood stomping ground filled with old friends. Roy, Adam, Trudy and many others are fixtures in our regular grocery runs. The Shepherd H-E-B store leadership team will speak at the next General Meeting and give us a bird’s eye view of the new store and the location where our neighborhood friends will be working. Join us to hear from members of the Heights store team about our new area H-E-B!
General Meeting | January 8 Sinclair Elementary Cafeteria | 7:00 p.m.
300 W 20th St. Houston, TX 77008 riceboxed.com
Call for Membership Chair: Help Us Grow! TMCC is looking for a new volunteer to spearhead our Membership Committee. Membership is an essential part of the Civic Club and our Membership Committee Chair will spearhead recruitment efforts. Each year the Member ship Committee organizes our January Membership Drive, reminding each of our residents to pay their dues. Historically, the Committee has prepared additional solicitations throughout the year and has the important job of keeping the roster of resident contact information up to date, sending gift acknowledgments, and checking the Club’s PO Box. The Membership Committee can organize special member recruitment events and mixers. Committee Chairs are asked to attend Board Meetings and General Meetings regularly. The TMCC Board of Directors meets at 7:00 p.m. on the final
Tuesday of each month at Rainbow Lodge. The General Meetings for 2019 are at 7:00 p.m. on the following Tuesdays at Sinclair Elementary School: • January 8, 2019 • March 12, 2019 • May 14, 2019 • September 9, 2019 • November 11, 2019 The overall time commitment averages about one hour per week, with peak activity in January.
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Additional Volunteers Needed Activities Chair Block Captains 6103 – 6235 Abington 6003 – 6047 Pineshade Environmental Chair Timbergram Delivery Kids can deliver the Timbergram for service hours!
volunteer@timbergrove.org
Thank You, Tim Louque! The TMCC sends heartfelt thanks to Tim Louque for four years as our Activities Committee Chair. The dedication, care and sheer fun Tim brought to this key role is deeply appreciated.
Security News Submitted by TMCC Security Committee Volunteers For those who have given in 2018 and in previous years to the private security patrols, THANK YOU for helping to make a difference in this amazing neighborhood that we call home! Private security patrols began in late 2015 when 24% of our amazing TMCC resident households offered up the initial financial support. In 2016 that support base grew to 29% and in 2017 it grew again to 31%. However, in 2018 we experienced a steep decline in support. Giving for 2018 is set to finish around 23% with only 18% of households having donated the suggested amount. Historical giving has allowed the security committee to provide approximately 40 hours/week of patrols with schedules regularly adjusted in response to recent crime data. 2016 and 2017 financial support also allowed increased patrols during the busy holiday season. At the end of 2018 we are instead discussing patrol reductions. If you see private security patrols as adding value, would you kindly consider being a financial supporter in 2019? Private security supporters also receive added benefits such as vacation watch, home security alarm response and even a personal home security review. We hope you will join us in fighting crime in 2019. To make suggestions or to join the security committee, contact security@timbergrove.org or by phone at 507-837-0529.
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RECENT CRIMES REPORTED Offense Type Date
Block Range
Street
Burglary
11/04/18 6200-6299
Waltway
Theft
11/04/18 6400-6499
Woodbrook
Theft
11/07/18 1200-1299
Clovis
Theft
11/19/18 6400-6499
Pineshade
TMCC REPORTED CRIMES PER YEAR THROUGH NOVEMBER 60
17 45 30 15 0
22
6 37
13 3 23
2013 2014 Theft
14
6 6 40
27
12 21
2015 2016 Auto Theft
13 3 25
2017 2018 Burglary
Less frequent crimes: Aggravated Assault: 2016 - 2 incidents, 2017 - 1 incident, 2018 - 1 incident; Robbery: 2018 - 1 incident
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West 11th Street Park Update Submitted by Heather Shumway Have you seen the sign posted on the west side of the Park? This sign identifies the West 11th Street Park as belonging to the Buffalo Bayou Loop of the Upper Texas Coast – Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail (GTCBT), UTC 093A. Why was this sign was erected in the Park? In 1998, before the Park was purchased by the City of Houston, a group of neighbors began to look for ways to make the acreage more valuable to the City as a park, instead of having it developed into an apartment complex or additional housing. As part of this effort, local Houston birders began to identify a tremendous variety of birds, both migratory and permanent, in the Park. The densely wooded area connected to the bayou waterway attracted these birds to the area. These birders posted a listing of the identified birds on Ebird.org, a
national birding site. Using this i n fo r m at i o n , Ro b e r t D e l g a d o, a Timbergrove neighbor and Friends of West 11th Street Park board member, completed an application for the Park to be included on the GTCBT and submitted it to the Texas Parks and Wildlife. Then we waited…seven years until last February when the sign went up! Now, not only do we know that the West 11th Street Park is special, but the birding world also knows!
binoculars, hit the trails and start looking for those feathered friends. We have included a field checklist just for our Park on the website for your convenience. Use this list to track the birds that you identify! Typically, the Ebird.org site also includes a recording of the bird’s song. Check out the recordings for cardinals, Carolina wrens, pileated woodpeckers and red-headed woodpeckers. On a typical day, you will hear each of these birds. Soon you will be identifying birds just by their songs. Even the night birds can be identified this way. Have you ever been outside at night and wondered about that squeaky hamster’s wheel sound? Listen to the Eastern screech owl’s song and your question will be answered!
So how can you get in on the birding action in the Park? First, do a little research. Start by checking out the list of birds that have been found in the park. Go to (www.west11thstreetpark.org) and click on the link “What's alive in the Park – Birds.” Within the text, click on the link to Ebird.org. Once on Ebird.org, click on a bird name and a photo of the bird will come up. Now you know what the birds look like. Then, break out your
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Good luck with your birding and I hope to see you in the park soon! Helen Shumway, President, Friends of West 11th Street Park
2017 - 2018 TIMBERGROVE MANOR SALES STATISTICS # Homes Sold
Average Price
Avg. Days On Market
QRT 1
18
$483,333
50
• 2012-2017 Texas Monthly Five Star Agent
QRT 2
24
$452,892
45
QRT 3
15
$500,067
60
• 2011-2018 Top Producer
QRT 4
17
$481,828
90
• Master Certified Negotiation Expert
2018 QRT 1
13
$441,062
67
QRT 2
12
$553,225
14
QRT 3
18
$470,733
44
OCT. & NOV.
13
$575,812
30
• Proud sponsor of TMCC Easter Egg Hunt • Proud supporter of Sinclair Elementary School
Timbergrove Manor is my home since 2000. Timbergrove Manor is my business since 2006.
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Neighborhood News 2018 Holiday Lights Contest Winners Submitted by Tim Louque
VIN Etching Event Postponed Submitted by Jennifer Vickers, Security Committee Bitterly cold weather on November 14 may have thwarted TMCC
We have noticed that with every new year we welcome, we see more and more Christmas lights. We learned of a real neighborly competition vying for the same award and a long-time favorite was back in the competition this year! Some decorations actually made us gasp they were so beautiful. This year, we had a brand new category, Most Decorated Block. We had been anticipating the winner since last year when we decided to create this category. And the winners are: Best Original Theme 6115 HURST STREET Best Traditional Theme 6734 CINDY LANE Best Religious Theme 1323 SEASPRAY COURT Favorite Children’s Theme 6542 KURY LANE Best Inflatables Display 2306 TANNEHILL DRIVE Best Overall Use of Lights 1327 GUESE ROAD Exceptional Achievement 6419 GROVEWOOD LANE Overall Best Block Decorations KURY LANE – 6200 BLOCK
more hopeful outlook for the weekend of December 8, 2018. But the forecast didn’t change. It appeared that SnowFest 2018 would be a literal washout with flooding rain all weekend. TMCC “called it” Thursday night and the festival was canceled. So, we turn our thoughts and minds to 2019! See you next year. Mayor Turner Promises Drainage Help for Timbergrove Manor Submitted by Pete Davies
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plans for our 2018 VIN Etching auto theft prevention event, but it didn't cool the spirits of Timbergrove residents who gathered at Cactus Cove for a neighborhood social instead. But don't worry! Due to overwhelming interest the 22 vehicle slots were reserved within hours of our email announcement - the Security Committee is organizing several VIN etching events in the new year. Look for an update on the next date in the March edition of The Timbergram.
Residents from Timbergrove Manor met with the Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Mayor Pro Tem and senior members of the City’s Public Works and Engineering Department on November 26 to discuss drainage and traffic concerns with the prospect of new development in the area bounded by Hempstead Hwy., W. 11th St., White Oak Bayou and W. 12th St. The Mayor committed to a drainage study and directed the maintenance supervisor to inspect the main trunk lines in the area.
Annual Snow Fest Washed Out Submitted by Tim Louque We watched the weather forecasts for a week, hoping for a
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te Davies
TMCC Board Election Results After being recommended by the Nominating Committee, the following residents were elected into office: Miles Sasser (President) Miles is a graduate of Texas A&M University and The University of Virginia School of Law. After practicing law for four years, Miles completed an M.S. in Geology, and currently works as a geologist for Hess Corporation. He has called Timbergrove home since 2011. Leslie Hillendahl (Vice President) Leslie was born in Timbergrove Manor more than 40 years ago, and has lived on Wynwood Lane since 2013. After almost 15 years as a litigation attorney, she recently joined a hedge fund as a senior legal analyst/counsel. Peter Davies (Secretary) Peter is a Licensed Professional Engineer, and since 1991 has been employed by the Harris County Public Infrastructure Department, Architecture and Engineering Division. Peter has lived in Timbergrove since 1988 and has served as the TMCC Secretary since 2010.
BROUGHT TO YOU BY HEIGHTS PEDO ORTHO Can my child use pacifiers? Absolutely. Pacifiers are a perfectly normal way for babies to sooth themselves. Non-nutritive sucking is natural for babies and often starts in utero. Babies and small children draw pleasure, comfort and security from this habit. However, in some children, sucking regularly will cause changes in the shape of the mouth, jaw and position of teeth. When and how should we take the pacifier away? That’s the million-dollar question! There is no set time to discontinue the habit, but the earlier you are able to take it away, the less time your little one has to change the shape of his or her mouth. We recommend trying by 18 months because beyond this age your child is able to manipulate your feelings more easily! HOW? You can go “cold turkey” and just take it away, you can cut off the tip so that sucking is no longer satisfying or you can substitute it with a toy or prize. Most of all, parents have to decide when and stick with the decision, which is probably the hardest part! Good luck and call us if you have questions.
Jennifer Wilson, (Treasurer) Jennifer and her family have lived in the neighborhood for nearly a year. Her 17-year career in banking has led to her current role as Vice President and Compliance Officer of a local bank. Cynthia Schwendeman (Director) Cynthia has lived in Timbergrove since 2015. She currently leads a geoscience data team at Occidental Petroleum. She has previously served TMCC as a volunteer Timbergreeter. Cathi Lamberth Hernandez (Director) Cathi has called Timbergrove home since 2008. She is a residential real estate agent with Beth Wolf Realtors, where she has been a top producer since 2008. She is also active in the Sinclair Elementary PTO.
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Welcome the New Timbergram Editor by Jennifer Vickers, Timbergram Editor, Retired As you browse through this beautiful new edition of The Timbergram, you may notice a few small changes that are evidence of one very big changing of the guard. After a months-long search, Woodbrook Ln homeowner Alison Reynolds has taken over as print editor for the TMCC newsletter. For longtime readers and residents, it will come as no surprise that this is a bittersweet transition for me personally. The Timbergram has long been the primary way neighborhood residents have kept up not only with civic club news but with the happenings in our shady corner of the city. As the editor, I've been grateful to have a finger on the pulse of the neighborhood and to connect with so many of you. I promise you, nothing makes me smile like hearing from a neighbor who is a "cover to cover" reader of the newsletter! However, as my real estate business has grown, it seems the time needed for this labor of love is no longer something I have to offer. I'll miss the fun and creative process of putting the stories of Timbergrove into the pages of The Timbergram, but I couldn't be more excited to turn the reigns over to Alison. Alison is passionate and enthusiastic about her new role and her professional background in marketing for law firm Vinson & Elkins is a win for TMCC. Expect to see a continued commitment to
Alison Reynolds, incoming Editor
sharing committee news, updates on local issues affecting Timbergrove M a n o r, fun reminders of coming events, and more in the pages of The Timbergram in the coming years. One of my favorite features of the newsletter -Jennifer Vickers, retired Editor announcements about new additions (babies and fur babies), special to say hello. I know she can't wait to get birthdays and anniversaries, and the to know you and happenings around the other monumental joyous moments 'hood! shared with neighbors -- will continue. And, with your help, hopefully, expand. (Send in those submissions folks! We love your grandbabies almost as much as you do!) While Alison works to make the print edition of The Timbergram even better, I'll still be assembling the (relatively new) email version and making sure it lands in your inbox every other month. Not on the list? Sign up at timbergrove.org to supplement your hard copy delivery. Of course, The Timbergram would never be possible without the help from our many volunteers who submit committee and area news updates. I've been especially grateful to Darlene Wayt, Tr a c i R i l e y, Pe t e Davies, Jeff Wayt, Chris Daigle, Jonathan N a s s a r, a n d t h e de parted Lor raine Cherry for their generous gift of time to make the newsletter what it is. And, when you see Alison, her husband Brian, and their pooch Birdie walking the streets, please be sure
Car Decals
Do you have a TMCC sticker for each of your vehicles? Members who tag their cars help neighbors and private security patrols know which vehicles belong in the neighborhood. Not to mention, a TMCC logo decal is a great way to show your neighborhood pride! Dues-paying members can collect their stickers at the general meetings or by emailing membership@timbergrove.org
Don’t forget to PLAN PLAN to turn on your porch light tonight — and every night. The Porch Lights at Night (PLAN) initiative is an easy, affordable way to help make Timbergrove Manor as safe as possible for all of our residents. Do your part and flip the switch!
Timbergrove Manor Civic Club Leadership
Yard of the Month Submitted by Leslie Hillendahl
OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS President
Miles Sasser
361-877-6265
president@timbergrove.org
VP
Leslie Hillendahl
281-236-6345
vp@timbergrove.org
Secretary
Peter Davies
713-861-1550
secretary@timbergrove.org
Treasurer
Jennifer Wilson
832-797-3919
treasurer@timbergrove.org
To win Yard of the Month you must be a current dues-paying TMCC members and cannot have won a YOTM award within the past year. Congratulations to the following neighbors for their attractive, wellgroomed yards!
Director
Micah Heilbrun
713-382-4677
directormheilbrun@timbergrove.org
November
Director
Cathi Lamberth Hernandez
713-419-5459
directorchernandez@timbergrove.org
Director
Traci Riley
832-303-2688
directortriley@timbergrove.org
Director
Cynthia Scwendeman
937-315-1567
directorcschwendeman@timbergrove.org
Director
Jennifer Vickers
713-240-9671
directorjvickers@timbergrove.org
2210 Haverhill - Melissa & Lee Bernhoft 6407 Cindy - Larry Harmon 6426 Wister - Thomas & Bonnie Horton 1315 Valleta - Lisetta Lavy 1318 Seaspray - Joe Tusa 6510 Kury - Guy Crucian 6135 Hurst - Jessica Wilson
Past President
Bill Morfey
pastpresident@timbergrove.org
CHAIRPERSONS - TMCC COMMITTEES Volunteer Needed
Activities
activities@timbergrove.org
Beautification
Leslie Hillendahl
281-236-6345
beautification@timbergrove.org
Block Captains
Carolyn Bryant
281-723-9810
blockcaptains@timbergrove.org
Deed Restrictions Enforcement
Traci Riley
832-303-2688
Design Review
Dana Whitney
Friends of Jaycee Park
drc@timbergrove.org
Volunteer Needed
Environmental Affairs
T. Riley/ H. Sharp
environmentalaffairs@timbergrove.org
832-303-2688
Volunteer Needed
Membership
deedrestrictions@timbergrove.org
deedrestrictions@timbergrove.org membership@timbergrove.org
Security
J. Vickers/M. Kern
507-8370525
security@timbergrove.org
Timbergram
Jennifer Vickers
713-240-9671
timbergram@timbergrove.org
Timbergreeters
Carrie Brawley
832-878-1689
timbergreeters@timbergrove.org
Web Site Yard of the Month
webmaster@timbergrove.org Leslie Hillendahl
281-236-6345
yardofmonth@timbergrove.org
Solid Waste Collection Schedule Tree Waste:
Recycling - every other week:
Wednesday, January 16 Wednesday, March 20
Thursday, January 10 Thursday, January 24 Thursday, February 7 Thursday, February 21
Junk Waste/Heavy Trash: Wednesday, February 20 Wednesday, April 17
Trash & lawn waste are collected each Thursday.
December 6422 Cindy - Martin Unrein 6015 Wister - Anderson Smith 2430 Droxford - Marilyn Nowlin 6514 Wynnwood - Mark Williams & Whitney Kirk 6619 Kury - Lisa & Joaquin Rubalcava 6306 Kury - Michael Richter 6202 Hurst - Keith & Emma Fisher
Sidewalk Landscaping Submitted by Lilian Jolliffe A re m i n d e r t o T i m b e rg rove residents; they are responsible for controlling the vegetation/plants that grow over or under property fences and eventually take control of sidewalks, according to the COH Code of Ordinances. The Americans with Disabilities Act protects our neighbors with disabilities and expects homeowners to control their grounds and keep the sidewalks clear.
Scoop Your Poop! Submitted by Lilian Jolliffe Timberg rove pet owner s are reminded to pick up after their pets. Carry a plastic bag with you when you walk your pet, and let’s keep our beautiful neighborhood clean!
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