THE
CONNECTION Volume VII, Issue 3 2017
A PUBLICATION FOR
SHADOW CREEK RANCH
COMMUNITY
INSIDER INFORMATION
TRASH PICK UP DAYS: Trash pick-up days: Tuesday and Friday. Heavy trash day: Friday. Trash must be placed in plastic bags for pick-up. Recycle: West of Kingsley - Tuesday Recycle: East of Kingsley - Friday Green Waste: Tuesday • Curbside Household Hazardous Waste call 1.800.449.7587 to schedule a pick-up. • Animal Control will provide formula for trash if animals are tearing into trash bags. • Waste Management: Recycle Bins: (City Issued) The new recycle large bins issued by the City of Pearland must be stored out of view. They can NOT be stored on the side or in front of the home. Please contact the City of Pearland for removal of the large Recycle Bins. The City of Pearland will contact Waste Management to make arrangements to have it removed. (281) 652-1600 City of Pearland. MAILBOX KEYS: Contact Silver Lake Post Office, 2700 Cullen Blvd., 77584 281.412.2876. A photo ID and closing documents are required for keys to be issued. POOL KEYS: Access cards and fobs allow access to all four recreation centers. The cost of access cards are $10.00 and key fobs are $15.00. Four (4) people per access card allowed. Visit www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com or email Answers.TX@fsresidential.com for new card orders. GATE KEY / TRANSMITTER (ONLY GATED COMMUNITY): Gate transmitters are issued at a cost of $45.00 each. Gate transmitters can be purchased with check or money order only. Submit request to Answers.TX@fsresidential.com ASSESSMENT DUE DATE: The Association assessment is due by January 31st of each year. ASSESSMENT LATE DATE: The Association assessment is late after January 31st of each year. ASSESSMENT LATE FEE: All payments received after the due date are subject to additional late charges of 18% per annum plus $100.00 late fee. SCHOOL DISTRICT AND PHONE NUMBERS: Alvin Independent School District: Glenn York Elementary: Mary Marek Elementary: Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary: Manvel Junior High School: Nolan Ryan Junior High School: Manvel High School: Alvin High School: Fort Bend Independent School District:
713.436.0180 281.245 2100 281.245.3090 281.245.2078 281.245.2232 281.245.3210 281.245-2232 281.245.3000 281.634.1000
ARC REQUIREMENTS: All exterior changes must be submitted to the Architectural Review All exterior modification requests must submit an Architectural Review Committee application for review. Application process is thirty (30) days and written approval is required prior to work commence. There is a $25.00 administrative fee for each application, made payable by check or money order to the (Village you reside in). Pool applications must be accompanied by an additional $500.00 deposit and a $125.00 Pool administrative fee for each application, made payable by check or money order to the (Village you reside in). A copy of the lot survey is required for any home structure modifications. Please provide a list of building materials, color/paint samples and picture/ drawings (if applicable). One (1) Modification per application. ARC APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE: (Log in required at www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com)
Please Note: Any required permit(s) from the city or other agencies are the responsibility of the homeowner. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: CLUBHOUSE: The Village of Emerald Bay Clubhouse is located at 11814 N.Clear Lake Loop. Rentals are available for Shadow Creek Residents only. Deposit is $150.00 and Rental Fee is $300.00. Clubhouse Rental Agreement, photos and pricing are available online. (Log in required at www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com) Please contact FirstService Residential at 713.932.1122 for reservations or additional information. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH www.SCRWatch.org The mission is to maintain and enhance the safety and security of neighborhoods of Shadow Creek Ranch through continued education of our residents, distribution of important information, and patrolling of our neighborhoods to identify and report suspicious behavior. POOLS: Open Memorial Weekend and Close Labor Day Weekend. For Swim lessons and Private Pool parties, please contact Aquatico Pool Mgmt. 832.998.2323 WEBSITE ADDRESS:
http://www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com Register using your FirstService Residential account number. For more information contact our office at 713.932.1122. LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCY CALL 911. Non-Emergency: Police 281.997.4100 Non-Emergency: Medical Services 281.658.1755 REPORT STREET LIGHT OUTAGES AT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE https://slo.centerpointenergy.com/customerslo.aspx AFTER BUSINESS HOURS AND WEEKENDS PLEASE CALL OUR 24 HOUR ANSWERING SERVICE:
713.932.1122
YOUR ASSOCIATION’S MANAGING AGENT IS:
FirstService Residential | Shadow Creek Ranch (Office) Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm Monday—Friday FirstService Residential 5295 Hollister Rd • Houston TX 77040 Tel: 713.932.1122 Email: Answers.TX@fsresidential.com www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com
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SHADOW CREEK RANCH 2017 Annual Assessments
Shadow Creek Ranch HOA depends on your prompt payment to ensure the financial health of the association. Assessments are due yearly and must be paid by January 31st. A late fee plus finance charges will be assessed on payments received after January 31st.
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Shadow Creek Ranch c/o Association Management, Inc. PO BOX 2321 Houston TX 77252-2321
Make check/money order payable to the Village you reside in and reference your property address. *your check/money order is your receipt
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SIMPLE RULES WE ALL SHOULD ABIDE BY
2. Visit Shadow Creek Ranch HOA website
www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com Log in Required
Shadow Creek Ranch The only place to call Home
Assessment coupons will be mailed disclosing the total amount due for your Village. Please remember it is your responsibility to pay your assessments whether you receive a statement or not.
For additional information contact 713.932.1122 or Answers.TX@fsresidential.com SIGN UP TODAY AND START PREPAYING IMMEDIATELY WWW.SHADOWCREEKRANCHHOA.COM
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MOST IMPORTANT CONTACTS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 5295 Hollister Rd Houston TX 77040 Phone: HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday
713.932.1122
9am - 5pm
EMERALD BAY CLUBHOUSE 11814 N. Clear Lake Loop Pearland, TX 77584 Rental Information: www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com Email: Answers.TX@fsresidential.com SCHOOLS Glenn York Elementary Dr. Red Duke Elementary
281.245.2100 281.245.3400
IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCY, Fire and Ambulance Pearland Police Department Sheriff - Non-Emergency Pearland Police Dept - Non-Emergency
281.997.4100 281.331.9000 281.652.1100
WWW.PEARLANDTX.GOV/OTHER-CITY-PAGES/ WEST-PEARLAND-AIR-QUALITY
SCHOOLS Mary Marek Elementary Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary Nolan Ryan Junior High Alvin Senior High Manvel High School Alvin ISD Administration
281.245.3232 281.245.3090 281.245.3210 281.331.8151 281.245.2235 281.331.0960
All residents that live in Diamond Bay are zoned to Fort Bend ISD. Please contact 281.634.1043 or www.fortbendisd.com for the exact school that your children will attend at FBISD. UTILITIES Electricity - Reliant Energy 713.207.7777 Gas - CenterPoint 713.659.2111 Trash Removal - City of Pearland 281.652.1603 Street Light Outages https://slo.centerpointenergy.com/customerslo.aspx PEARLAND CITY Pearland City Hall Pearland Utility Billing - Water Dept. Pearland Animal Control Pearland Public Works
281.652.1600 281.652.1603 281.652.1970 281.652.1900
OTHER NUMBERS Pearland Post Office Poison Control Brazoria County Health Department Depression & Bipolar Support Hotline
281.485.2132 800.764.7661 979.849.1600 713.970.7000
WEST PEARLAND AIR QUALITY
The assistance of residents is necessary in order to improve the quality of data that is being captured by both the City and TCEQ. Many residents are posting the air quality events on Facebook or other social media outlets. Residents should report their issue directly to TCEQ/the City of Pearland. All smells should be reported to the City of Pearland at 281.652.1900. The City is responding to these requests and making customer contact 24/7. Once City staff responds to the complaint, they will drive the area and attempt to document the boundaries of the odor event. All other environmental complaints regarding odors can be submitted to the TCEQ by calling the Houston Regional Office depending on the type if odor:
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Unknown, chemical, or mixed odors/visible emissions/other air issues – Air Section: 713.767.3714 Landfill/garbage odor – Waste Section: 713.767.3641 Sewage/Wastewater – Water Section: 713.767.3676 All resident complaints must be registered with TCEQ/City of Pearland by an individual, detailing the specific concern in order for the complaints to be effectively handled. If there is an odor, provide an intensity ranking from 1 to 5 (1 being minimal and 5 being extreme). By tracking this information, we can begin to establish a more exact map of the affected areas for each event.
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COMPLAINT
Line281.652.1766HYPERLINK “mailto:codeenforcement@pearlandtx.gov “CodeEnforcement@pearlandtx.gov HYPERLINK “https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ connect2pearland/id617182225?mt=8”The Connect2Pearland mobile application for smartphone users is available for Apple iOS and Android devices and provides users the ability to report a variety of issues. The mobile application includes photo sharing and Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) services to attach pictures and coordinates when issues are submitted. Examples of reportable issues include potholes, broken curbs and dead animals. CONNECT2PEARLAND FEATURED SERVICES The Connect2Pearland mobile application offers users the following categories of service: SUBMIT A REPORT – Offers a listing of a variety of issues that can be reported. Examples include: broken curbs, potholes and dead animals. MY REQUESTS – Allows users to track the progress of their issues until resolved. NEARBY REQUESTS – View other requests in your area. Settings – Users can enter profile information to allow them to be updated by email when their reported issues are being addressed.
CITY OF PEARLAND SERVICE DIRECTORY DIRECTORY LIST Animal Control City Secretary Communications Community Development Convention & Visitors Bureau Economic Development Engineering Finance Fire Fire Marshal/ Emergency Management Fleet Human Resources Mainline (for general inquiries) Municipal Court Parks & Recreation Planning & Zoning Dept. Police Department Projects Public Works Streets & Drainage Tom Reid Library Water Billing Westside Library
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652-1970 652-1651 652-1625 652-1638 436-5595 997-3000 652-1637 652-1786 997-5851
STAYING CLEAN UNDER PRESSURE We all want to live in a clean, healthy and well-maintained community. Since we live in the south and we all face the
same common dilemma; everything gets dirty and moldy. Mold, mildew and many other contaminates grow everywhere
around our properties. As you walk out your door, you may be greeted with dirt, spider webs or black mildew on the trim
around siding. Vinyl siding is no exception. Even the stucco and brick can show the green mold growing. Sidewalks and other surfaces get slippery with mold. Black stains appear on roofs, wood decks get covered with mildew and coatings fail from these growing organisms. There’s no ignoring it. It is there and has to be cleaned regularly. Homeowners and associations alike must deal with the exterior cleaning and should do so sooner than later.
BENEFITS OF PRESSURE WASHING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
First and foremost, pressure washing is smart preventative maintenance for all exterior surfaces. Exterior washing,
when done by a professional, helps extend the life of our properties. It eliminates contaminates that contribute to rot,
decay, and the premature failing of the coatings and building materials. Cleaning of buildings, concrete, roofs and wood structures can add years to the life of these surfaces as well as save on costly repairs. ADDS VALUE
“Curb appeal” is a primary reason why we live where we do. A clean, safe, health hazard free property is the key
ingredient to adding value to our communities. Value to residents who want to live in a clean and attractive community and value of curb appeal to those who want to sell or lease their homes. SAFETY & HEALTH
Dirt, mold, mildew, oil and the many other contaminates we find around our properties all pose risks and may pose
costly safety and health issues. Proper washing can protect against such things as slip and fall accidents as well as protect against mold intrusion, allergies and other health and safety related issues.
HOW CAN WE MAKE OUR COMMUNITY BETTER?
Through smart preventative maintenance programs, we can extend the life of our properties and maintain the integrity of the community.
(281) 997-4650 (281) 652-1926 (281) 652-1618 (281) 652-1600 (281) 997-5900 (281) 412-8900 (281) 652-1765 (281) 997-4100 (281) 652-1732 (281) 652-1900 (281) 652-1910 (281) 652-1677 (281) 652-1603 (713) 436-0995
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Talking Trash Garbage cans and trash cans should be stored out of view...either in your garage or behind your fence. Commercial Vehicles, Trailers and Boats ...OH MY! We are noticing more and more of these vehicles parked all over SCR! The RULE IS they are not allowed to be parked in your driveways or on the streets in SCR. Please... either put them in your garage or remove them. Your neighbors will thank you! Special Pick Up For large items (i.e. stoves, refrigerators, etc...Call City of Pearland for a SPECIAL PICKUP: 281.652.1603. When cleaning up your yard and cutting back tree limbs and putting it curb side for pick up... remember the trash company will only pick up 10 bags! Holiday Decorations Our Governing Documents specify that 30 days after the holiday observance, it is required to remove holiday decorations. Please comply with the community rules by January 31. Lost & Found Have you left something behind at one of the parks or lost an item along the bike paths? Call the Association office to see if it’s been found!
Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise. Primrose Schools® and The Leader in Early Education and CareSM are registered trademarks and service marks of Primrose School Franchising Company. ©2015 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved. See primroseschools.com for ‘fact’ source and curriculum detail.
Where Are You??? Please clearly mark your house number on the front of your home! If we can’t see your address, it is a deed violation and first responders will not be able to quickly find you in the event of an emergency? Reminder on Parking Residents in various areas of SCR have asked to place reminder in the newsletter regarding parking their vehicle in the street. For the safety of our children and neighbors, if you have multiple cars, please park them in your driveway. Your neighbors will appreciate it. Change of Address? Please remember to notify the Association office in writing of address changes. If you are leasing your home, the HOA needs to know. The Association mails information to the address on record unless notified otherwise. In The Dark? Some of you have called in to report streetlights out around SCR. Please report streetlights to https://slo.centerpoint energy.com/customerslo.aspx Monument light outages should be reported to Answers.TX@ fsresidential.com or 713.932.1122 Doggie Business Attention dog owners: Please make sure your pet does its “business” in the privacy of its own home and not in your neighbor’s yard. Register your pet All residents who reside in the city limits, must register their pets with the City of Pearland. Only five pets are allowed per household. Animal Control 281.652.1970 VOLUME VII, ISSUE 3 2017 SHADOW CREEK RANCH
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Spring is the time for Spring Cleaning When sorting out what stays and what goes, keep in mind that “free” furniture and appliances should not be placed on the curb! Donate the items to a local thrift shop, where someone will be appreciative to have it! Be mindful about storing items in your backyard, neighbors may not appreciate the items in plain sight as much as you do.
Spring Leads to Thoughts of Home Improvement Whether it is exterior house painting or landscaping or anything that changes the appearance of your property, you need to submit an Architecture request to the ARC and get approval before starting work.
For more information visit: www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com
An “Education for Life” starts at Silverline Montessori • • • •
Private School Highly qualified staff Infant though 5th grade Daily tours by appointment
Now enrolling for summer!! Exciting, fun, educational (STEM) program Silverlake Campus
3121 Cullen Pkwy & Northfork Dr. Pearland, TX 77584
Tel. (281)997-3700
Shadow Creek Campus
2080 Reflection Bay Dr. & CR 2234 Pearland, TX 77584
Tel. (713)436-5070
www.silverlinemontessori.com
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BLOCK CAPTAINS NEEDED!!! - by Watcher in News & Updates on January 23rd, 2017
The key person in any Neighborhood Watch group is the Block Captain. This person is an integral component to keeping the block actively involved in crime prevention efforts as well as the important process of information exchange between neighbors. We are looking for additional “block captains” to improve communications among SCR residents and help maximize the results of our programs and community events. The Block Captain duties are still being developed with input from the actual volunteers who agree to serve. Generally, the following duties exist: 1. Develop a neighborhood communication system to distribute vital information to neighbors pertaining to criminal activity and other concerns that develop in the area. This can be a periodic newsletter, telephone tree, and/or a one-page notice that can be quickly distributed. 2. You are encouraged to arrange for your group to meet socially at least twice per year to exchange information and renew relationships as well as to get acquainted with new neighbors. People who communicate regularly will care more about each other and be more willing to keep an eye out for suspicious behavior. The annual National Night Out (NNO) celebration is one example that will bring your neighbors together. 3. Encourage neighbors to advise you concerning criminal activity. It is the victim’s responsibility to contact the police. However, you can keep a record of break-ins, vandalism, graffiti, and/or any activity that becomes a concern for you and your neighbors. Provide this type of information to neighbors at your next block meeting. Your position as a Block Captain does not give you any law enforcement authority. You are simply the person who facilitates the unity of the group, distributes information, and coordinates activities. The job you are doing is important and appreciated by law enforcement, but it carries no authority.
The following neighborhoods are still in need of one or more block captains:
Village
Neighborhood
Village
Neighborhood
Emerald Bay
Half Moon Terrace
Biscayne Bay
Briarwood South
Biscayne Bay
Brookglen
Emerald Bay
Heatherwood
Biscayne Bay
Nicole Terrace
Emerald Bay
Island Manor
Biscayne Bay
Riverside Place
Emerald Bay
Lakeside Terrace
Biscayne Bay
Sagecrest Pointe
Emerald Bay
Mallards Landing
Biscayne Bay
Shadow Ridge
Emerald Bay
Oakwood Terrace
Biscayne Bay
Trinity Shores
Emerald Bay
Osprey Pointe
Biscayne Bay
Village Green
Emerald Bay
Pinecrest
Diamond Bay
Autumn Brook
Emerald Bay
Sunrise Creek
Diamond Bay
Blackberry Crossing
Emerald Bay
The Estates
Diamond Bay
Country Glen
Emerald Bay
The Gables
Diamond Bay
Crystal Cove
Emerald Bay
The Strand
Diamond Bay
Eden Cove
Reflection Bay
Crescent Landing
Diamond Bay
Lake Meadows
Reflection Bay
Haley Landing
Diamond Bay
Orchard Village
Reflection Bay
Iris Shores
Diamond Bay
Pelican Shore
Reflection Bay
Jasmine Pass
Diamond Bay
Piney Trails
Reflection Bay
Kelsey Pointe
Diamond Bay
Windy Shores
Reflection Bay
Morningside
Emerald Bay
Bay Front Estates
Reflection Bay
Reflection Pointe
Emerald Bay
Bay View Terrace
Reflection Bay
Rosewood Crossing
Emerald Bay
Emerald Landing
Reflection Bay
Southview Terrace
Emerald Bay
Enclave Terrace
Reflection Bay Waterside Landing If you’d like to volunteer as Block Captain for one of the above sections, please contact us using the information here: http://www.scrwatch.org/contact-us/
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Vino with a Twist
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, SCR hosted “Vino with a Twist” at Reflection Bay Event Center. Residents relaxed with an evening of painting their original designs on wine glasses or a beer stein while enjoying wine and dessert bites. “Brilliantly Painted by Brittany,” provided the wine glasses, art supplies and instruction. If you are interested in participating in events like these, please email SCRMALifestyle@gmail.com with your ideas and feedback.
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Schedule and Registration Information Saturday, March 4 11-3:30 pm at Emerald Bay Saturday, April 22 11-3:30 pm at Emerald Bay
Aquatico CPR and Pool Safety Awareness Classes
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Pool Safety Awareness (no certification) One 1 ½ hour class per Village Saturday, March 4 at Emerald Bay Saturday, March 25 at Diamond Bay Saturday, March 25 at Reflection Bay Saturday, April 1 at Biscayne Bay
Community CPR Certification – “American Red Cross for Professionals” Covers infant, child, and adult
Registration and more information can be found on the Aquatico website or contact SCRMALifestyle@gmail.com
Will receive personal mask, “cheat sheets” and lunch will be served
https://www.sportscrm.net/AQUATICOPOOLS/EventRegistration.aspx?category=16
d e t a i t c e o G Ass
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Frittata
Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • •
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 8 large eggs 1/4 cup half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup packed fresh spinach, chopped 1/4 cup (2 ounces) shredded fontina cheese 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 6 tablespoons fresh chopped basil, divided 4 ounces goat cheese
Preparation 1. Preheat broiler. Arrange tomatoes, cut sides up, on a rimmed, aluminum foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 4 inches from heat 5 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool slightly.
2. Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
3. Heat butter in an ovenproof 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add spinach; cook about 30 seconds or until spinach barely begins to wilt. Pour in egg mixture. Sprinkle with fontina, dill, and 4 tablespoons basil; stir gently with a fork. 4. Arrange tomatoes, cut sides down, over egg mixture; press down gently with the back of a spatula. Crumble goat cheese evenly over the frittata. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook about 6 minutes or until frittata is almost set but still runny on top. 5. Broil 6 inches from heat 2 minutes or until completely set and golden brown. Remove from oven, and let stand 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons basil. Cut into wedges and serve.
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SHADOW CREEK RANCH HOA Visit www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com for meeting times and agendas. VILLAGE OF REFLECTION BAY Date: April 4 Time: 5:00PM Location: Emerald Bay Clubhouse VILLAGE OF EMERALD BAY Date: April 20 Time: 4:00PM Location: Emerald Bay Clubhouse Contact Answers.TX@fsresidential.com or 713.932.1122 for account access registration
KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE WHILE TRAVELING DURING SPRING BREAK Warmer weather is right around the corner, and if you’re like millions of Americans, you may be celebrating its arrival with a vacation during spring break. But before you pack up and head out, make sure you aren’t neglecting the security of the home that you’re leaving behind. Here are a few tips that can help protect your home while you are away. Keep your traveling under wraps. While you may want to share your exciting travel plans, it’s best to keep that news offline. Posting information about the date and destination of your trip on social networking sites like Facebook or Twitter makes you an easy target for potential burglars. It’s also important to be conscious of your social media activity while you’re gone. Avoid sharing your whereabouts via various location-based social networking websites such as Foursquare or Gowalla. As tempting as it is to share a picture with friends, wait to post photos from your trip until you return home. Discourage burglars from choosing your home. Burglars prefer to break into homes that are unoccupied, so one way to protect your belongings is to make it appear as though you
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are home. Set timers on lights, radios and televisions to turn them on during appropriate times. Ask a neighbor you trust to put your trash cans out on trash day and pick up your mail and newspaper. Additionally, burglars will take notice of an overgrown lawn and use overgrown hedges as a hiding spot. Make proper arrangements to have your lawn mowed and foliage trimmed if you will be gone for an extended amount of time. Deny easy access to your belongings. Research shows that burglars usually spend no more than 60 seconds breaking into a home. Using locks on windows and doors is one of the most basic ways to increase the break-in time, which may cause burglars to look elsewhere. It is estimated that nearly one-third of all burglars enter through the front door, so install deadbolt locks for added security. Also consider using motion-sensor lights in the dark areas outside of your home, such as your garage or backyard. Manage the risk by enlisting help. Inform trusted neighbors, friends and family of your vacation plans and ask them to keep an eye on your property. Tell them how long you will be gone, as well as names and descriptions of anyone who may need access to your house. Always leave a house key and a phone number where you can be reached with a trusted individual. Avoid accidentally triggering your alarm by making sure anyone who will have access to your home knows how to properly operate your alarm system. If you will be taking an extended vacation, consider a house sitter and let your local police know when you will be away. Protect your home by being able to detect a burglar. Studies also show that homes without security systems are three times more likely to be broken into than homes equipped with a system. By investing in a security system, you’ll add to your protection and peace of mind, whether you’re at home or away. Before your vacation, get into the habit of arming your system each time you leave your home. Crime statistics show that homes with security systems are often successfully burglarized because the system was not armed at the time of the burglary. Keep an eye on your home while you’re away. Smart home technology can be a useful tool for protecting your property while you travel. An enhanced security system complete with surveillance cameras gives you the power to see what’s going on in your home and receive activity alerts straight to your web-enabled device. Smart home technology can also save you money on your heating bills while you’re away. And you won’t have to come home to a chilly house. With the press of a button, you can program your lights and air conditioning to turn on before you get home. Pearland Police Department at 281.652.1100 SCR Neighborhood Watch at www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com
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We’re in it together!
Shadow Creek Ranch HOA is working with homeowners and residents to ensure Shadow Creek Ranch continues to be a beautiful community for all to enjoy. As part of our continued effort to help keep our community clean, safe and beautiful we maintain an aggressive enforcement of code violations. Excessive Inspection Violations Recycle Bins in Public View
Contact the City of Pearland if you do not wish to own a Recycle Bin. The City of Pearland will contact Waste Management to make arrangements to have it picked up. 281.652.1600
Overgrown Lawn
Lawn Care Maintenance must meet the standards set forth by the Governing Documents of the Association. Failure to comply will result in a violation warning. If the violation is not cured, the management company will hire a landscaper to correct the violation at the homeowner’s expense. Tips or Professional Services can be found at Angie’s List at www.angieslist.com
Damaged Fences
Fences provide privacy, boost safety and security and can add just the right aesthetic touch to the landscape. But they also require maintenance, repair and replacement. ARC applications and the Association’s Governing Documents can be located at www.ShadowCreekRanchHOA.com Tips or Professional Services can be found at Angie’s List at www.angieslist.com
Most Frequently Received Complaints Street Parking
Street Parking is not prohibited in Shadow Creek Ranch or the City of Pearland Report illegal parking or safety issues to: Pearland Police Department Non-Emergency 281.652.1100 City of Pearland Code of Compliance 281.652.1766
Group Homes/ Home Base Businesses
Due to the Federal Fair Housing Acts, Shadow Creek Ranch does not have any guidelines or restrictions in the Governing Documents. To report suspicious activity contact Pearland Police Department Non-Emergency 281.652.1100 if you fear for your safety dial 911.
Pets
Who do I call about stray pets/animals? City of Pearland Animal Control 281.652.1970 Can I have any type of animal I want in Pearland? The City of Pearland has regulations for different types of animals. If you are thinking about owning a pet other than a cat or dog, contact City of Pearland Animal Control
“Pooper-Scooper” law in Pearland
You must pick up after your pet in all public areas.
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You must have a current Rabies Certificate. Registration fees can be paid at the Animal Control office. The fee is $10 annually for neutered pets and $20 for unneutered pets. You can also check with your veterinarian - as local veterinarian offices have registration packets for the public.
CITY OF PEARLAND ANIMAL CONTROL 2002 Old Alvin Rd. Pearland, Texas 77581 Phone: 281.652.1970
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SHADOW CREEK RANCH Important Information for Landlords
If you are an owner who leases your home, we’d like to make the leasing experience successful and positive for everyone by informing you of your responsibilities. This will help preserve your property value specifically and maintain the association’s property value in general. Your tenants may not be familiar with common-interest community living. Please take a few minutes to explain to them that living in a community association is very different from living in a rental apartment community. Specifically, your tenants, like all residents, are subject to the rules and regulations of the association, and it’s up to you to educate them and see that they comply. The responsibility lies with you, we recommend you provide your tenants with written copies of all policies and rules and advise them on the proper use of the association’s facilities. You can obtain copies of these and other useful documents at www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com. We strongly recommend that you have a written lease agreement with your tenant. As a lessor (landlord) of a home in a community association, the lease you use must require tenants to comply with the association’s governing documents. In the event your tenant fails to comply with these documents, including the bylaws, or its rules and regulations, the association will send a notice based on the information you provide in an attempt to remedy the problem. If the tenant does not correct the violation, the association will expect you to remedy the violation using the recourse available to you through your lease agreement. If you are unable to correct the violation, the association may pursue appropriate legal action against the property owner. The association asks that you provide the property manager with a copy of your lease agreement, the names and contact information of your tenants. The association will add your tenants to its mailing list, and they will receive the newsletter, invitations to participate on committees, notices of social activities and general association-related information. This information will also be used in case of emergency. Follow these simple steps and you, the tenants and the association will all have a positive community association living experience: • Provide your tenants with copies of association rules. • Educate tenants about the need to follow association rules, and see that they comply. • Advise tenants on the proper use of association facilities. • Use a written lease agreement. • Make sure your lease requires tenants to comply with all association governing documents. • Provide the association with contact information for your tenants.
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SHADOW CREEK RANCH SPORTS COMPLEX PREPARES TO OPEN! Construction of the Sports Complex at Shadow Creek Ranch is almost complete and the complex will open April 1. To kick it off, adult kickball and adult softball spring leagues are being offered and residents can sign up now. The $10.1 million facility includes amenities such as lighted softball/ baseball fields, turf field, volleyball courts, a playground paved walking paths, covered pavilion, concessions and an amphitheater. The 65-acre park will provide an opportunity for Pearland to host regional, statewide and national athletic contests and tournaments for a variety of sports. It also has the capacity to host multiple tournaments/ events simultaneously. It is the first of its kind for the City of Pearland and Parks & Recreation Department as an athletic provider. Field lighting, HVAC installation, pavilion and playground installation, turf placement and perimeter fencing and bleachers were completed in previous months along with the installation of a traffic signal at Trinity Bay and FM 2234. For more information on the Shadow Creek Ranch Sports Complex and other City projects, view the City’s Capital Improvement Plan. This project is in line with City Council’s Strategic Priority of Quality Parks, Recreation and Events.
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ABOUT THE HOPE THROUGH GRACE 12TH ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK-A-THON Grace L. Butler, Ph.D. Professor Emerita University of Houston Founder/President Hope Through Grace, Inc. March is colorectal cancer awareness month. It is not well known that colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men and women. Further, it is not well known that colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. We are “Walking for a Cause” Hope Through Grace, Inc. (HTG) has funded baseline colonoscopies for dozens of asymptomatic uninsured or underinsured individuals a minimum of $1,000+ each plus the expense of pathology services. This represents a significant investment that HTG makes to the community. Many individuals screened had polyps (some pre-cancers) or other colon health problems that, without the colonoscopy funded by HTG, would go undetected. Early detection before turning into cancer is imperative; and Hope Through Grace has been there to provide it for persons who have no other place to turn. March 25, 2017 marks the 12th year that HTG has hosted its Annual 5K Run/Walka-thon. It is one of our most fun events to plan as well as participate! From the very beginning, Hope Through Grace has promoted living healthy lifestyles, and what better way to do that than to get the community moving? Each year brings out more participants than the last and we are excited to keep growing, spread awareness on the importance of colon cancer screenings and meet more members of our community. Pets, stroller clubs, line dancers, students (high school and post-secondary), senior citizens and others all are welcome. On March 25, 2017, join us to enjoy some fresh air, meet new friends and continue the tradition of helping others. By registering for our 12th Annual Walk-A-Thon, you will help fund colon cancer awareness and education initiatives along with cancer screenings for those people who need it most. Your support of this fundraising event enables us to help prevent the onset of disease by providing financial support to uninsured persons and the underserved community in the Houston Metroplex area and adjacent counties as well. There are many who do not have health insurance, or the funds to cover baseline colonoscopy screenings. That is where Hope Through Grace steps in! Money raised during this annual event goes towards paying for health education programs and colonoscopies for the members of our community that cannot afford the procedures.
Register at www.hopethroughgrace.org Call: 713-436-1273 for more information See you March 25, 2017 at Tom Bass Park III, Pavilion III Section IV 15108 Cullen Blvd, Houston 77047.
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Landscape Renovations: Where To Begin
As Shadow Creek Ranch matures, landscaping begins to show signs of aging. This is the time of year that your boards are considering different ways to update and enhance our landscaping. It’s a financial investment that enhances curb appeal, adds value and increases the quality of life to our association. So, what are a few ways Shadow Creek Ranch plans to renovate and upgrade our common areas? • Have a plan – We partner with a professional seasoned contractor, arborist and architect to share our vision. Our partners help us navigate the thought process by focusing on high impact areas first, then smaller areas. Breaking large spaces down into sections, prioritizing them and then figuring out what is needed is crucial – having the right partner is essential in order to achieve the vision that’s right for the community. • Establish a schedule to replace plant material – We select new plants that tie in to our present landscape configuration. By choosing plants that will bloom at different times of the year we ensure there is always some natural color to brighten the view. • Shrub replacement – Shrubs have a relatively short life span – around 10 years. Currently we are replacing or removing them due to their declining health or incorrect locations. They are being replaced with drought-tolerant shrubs; that will thrive in either sunlight or shade, and also bloom throughout the year. • Use ground cover –Associations such as Shadow Creek Ranch have a well-conceived water conservation program to save money and better protect our property values. We convert green space areas to ground cover, dwarf shrubs or install tall grass to reduce maintenance and water costs. • Trees – WE have partnered up with an arborist to trim, prune and raise the canopies throughout Shadow Creek Ranch. When we consider replacement tree options, we research to find out how big the tree will be in 10 to 15 years, and the required maintenance. For example, trees that drop leaves in the fall mean more maintenance expenses. • Upgrade Irrigation – Shadow Creek Ranch works closely with our landscape contractor to help maintain our irrigation controls. By monitoring our water conservation we reduce our water consumption by 20-30%. Landscape is one of our largest most VISUAL parts of our community. Enhancing it not only brings enjoyment to our residents, but it’s an investment that can increase property values. *Shadow Creek Ranch is currently accepting proposals
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Participation Certificates for Students Paper Recycling Electronic/Shredding & Disposal Local Business Vendors & Giveaways Entertainment & Music Coffee & Light Refreshments 7:30 am to 9:30am Clean up 9:30 to 10:30 am Entertainment & Rewards
The Shadow Creek Ranch Community Garage Sale was held on Saturday, February 18 with over 80 households participating in a day of spring cleaning! This event gave many homeowners a chance to meet their neighbors and make some cash for their hidden treasures. If you would like to participate in events like this, be sure to update your email with via www.shadowcreekranchhoa.com and click on your village. For more information about events and activities, feel free email us at SCRMALifestyle@gmail.com.
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