TIMBERWOOD PARK JANUARY 2017
Timberwood Park Owners Association, Inc.
Vol. 19 Issue 1
A Neighborhood News ™ Publication
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Happy New Year neighbors. I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 2017 is shaping up to be a busy year in the community and there is much work to do. The Annual HOA Board meeting was conducted on December 6th and the Board elections were conducted. Chris Martinez, Greg Matula, and Scott Myles were elected to fill the vacant board member positions. The Board of directors will meet in January and choose the officers for the 2017 Calendar year. The election was well attended and there was standing room only. There were more votes cast in this election than in any other election to date. Thank you to all the residents who voted in person and by proxy. There was a concern brought up during the Annual Meeting that per Texas Property Code 209, the Association was unable to barrow over $1 million without a 67% vote of the community. The Board did have Spectrum research this concern. It was reported by Spectrum that there is no part of Texas Property Code 209 that states this to be true. The changes that took place from Texas Legislature in September 2015 did not involve Associations barrowing money or requiring a vote to do so. The vote to proceed forward with the clubhouse project also passed so the Board will begin the process of interviewing architects and choosing a frim up with designs and specification for the project. We will also continue to put together cost analysis and budgets for the project. See the article later in the newsletter for more details. The Board also is moving forward with hiring a firm to do a Master Plan for the community park. This plan should be done in the next few months and should give some insight and opinion as to how to best utilize that space we have at the park. There is a detailed article on this topic as well, later in this newsletter.
As a reminder, if you are planning on doing an improvement project to your home or property, you must submit for, and get approval for that project from the ACC (Architectural Control Committee). Projects that require approval include but are not limited to new homes, fences, exterior painting, roof replacement, home additions, patios, pools, sheds, and concrete additions. Refundable deposits are required for new home builds and pools. Some projects may also require permitting from the City of San Antonio, as Timberwood Park is inside the city’s ETJ (extra territorial jurisdiction) with regards to permitting. The City of San Antonio requires permits for new homes, pools, fences, and home additions. If you need information on how to apply for a project, please contact contact@spectrumam.com or Login to your Spectrum account and search Documents/ Architectural Request Forms then find the form that fits your project request. Thank you for your time, Scott Myles TPOA Board President
2017 Board Meeting Dates All Meetings are held at 7:00PM at the Clubhouse at the Park. February 7, 2017
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If you are a high school student looking for community service volunteer hours or project opportunities, TWP has numerous opportunities awaiting you! Our beautiful park is always in need of help with simple landscaping tasks. Please email Timberwoodnews@gmail.com for more information about these volunteer hour opportunities.
To reserve the clubhouse, please contact the onsite office Thursday & Friday from 3-7 PM, Saturday from 9 AM - 1 PM at 830-980-3349.
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Clubhouse Planning Efforts to Proceed Thanks again to those who participated in the recent clubhouse vote. As you may be aware, the vote results were as follows:
recommendation to the community via public meetings for review and feedback; and t Conduct a community-wide vote to determine whether or not the proposed project is undertaken.
395 voted YES, in favor of moving forward with planning efforts to build a new TPOA clubhouse, or, expand/ remodel the existing clubhouse.
Please be reminded of two very important factors: 1. This vote is not an assurance that the project will be undertaken at this time. It will only be undertaken if, based on the bid cost of the project, it is financially viable for the association.
183 voted NO, not in favor of moving forward with planning efforts to build a new TPOA clubhouse, or, expand/remodel the existing clubhouse.
2. While many may be eager for the project to move forward as quickly as possible, it will take time to conduct the appropriate amount of research, planning, and analysis, to present it to the community and receive input, and to make final decisions. A project of this potential size and cost requires nothing less. So your patience is appreciated as the Board moves through the process.
Based on this vote, the Board will move forward with the following actions: t Formalize discussions with architectural firms and finalize scope of work and bidding requirements; t Obtain official proposals architectural firms;
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Robert Frost wrote that “good fences make good neighbors.” It’s also true that good fences make for safe pets. But really, it takes a lot more than that. And we all realize accidents happen. Lucky for us, Timberwood Park has an amazing number of wonderful pet owners, animal lovers and Good Sams who look out for each other and our pets. Since you can never have too many wonderful pet neighbors, we recommend the following to ensure our positive relationships with our neighbors continue: 1. Barking One of the biggest issues people have with their dogowning neighbors is excessive barking. The best way to keep your dog from barking and infuriating your neighbors is to keep him inside when you’re not home and unavailable to supervise, and to bring them in at night. You have no way to control the behavior (and correct it) if you’re not around to witness it. Leave them inside when you’re at work. If you don’t trust your pet to be loose when home alone, crate training is a safe option. Know that there are also a number of safe ultrasonic devices that can help you modify your dog’s barking behavior.
3. Have Your Pet Properly Identified It’s very difficult - if at all possible - to reunite lost pets and owners without proper identification. And it makes it hard for the “Good Sams” who make the effort. Have your pet microchipped. It’s the law within city limits, but a good idea anywhere you reside. Register the chip with the chip company and keep it up to date with your current contact info. Timberwood Park Pets has a scanner available to scan a found pet for a chip. Check out the Timberwood Park (TWP) Pets Page on Facebook for microchipping resources. All pets should have visible ID. Collars and harnesses should have ID tags with your current phone number and the pet’s name. If you don’t like the sound of tinkling tags, tape them together. Or... write your contact info directly on your pet’s collar with a permanent marker. Know that it’s more likely that a “Good Sam” will pick up and help a lost pet if it’s wearing visible ID. Take pictures at regular intervals so that a “recent” photo can be used on signs and social media should your pet go missing. Take one now. We’ll wait .
2. No Roaming Your dog may know his way through the neighborhood better than most people reading this, but it’s never a good idea to let pets roam. A perfectly mellow and non destructive dog can wreak havoc when out on an adventure... tear apart garbage cans, chase children, tease or injure other animals. For those frequent escapees, the response of ‘Oh, he always gets out but eventually makes his way home’ is not the response of a responsible pet owner. Roaming pets also face the danger of being hit by cars, being stolen, being picked up by Animal Control, or being injured or killed by wildlife. Small pets are at risk of being taken by neighborhood coyotes, foxes, and raptors. Larger pets can be injured by deer, especially during rutting season. There are many cases of dogs in the San Antonio
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Timberwood Park Owners Association 2016 Annual Meeting Minutes December 6, 2016 The annual meeting of the Board of Directors for Timberwood Park Owners Association (TPOA) was held at the TPOA Clubhouse. It was called to order at 7:00 pm with a quorum in attendance. TPOA Board members present were Chris Martinez, Greg Matula, Rick Mesa, Scott Myles, Karen O’Neil, and Craig Zenner. Proof of Notice The notice of the annual membership meeting was sent out in accordance with the bylaws of the Association. All members were mailed notice of the Annual Meeting. Approval of Minutes of Last Annual Meeting The membership reviewed the 2015 Annual Meeting minutes. The motion to approve the minutes was duly made and seconded, and the minutes were unanimously approved.
Election of Board Members Mr. Myles noted that the election had been conducted in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 209 of the Texas Property Code, and that proxy ballots had been mailed via first-class mail to all TPOA members on or around October 24, 2016. Three Board of Director positions were open for election. Candidates Chris Martinez, Greg Matula and Scott Myles ran for reelection, and Rita Andrews, Jim Burdine, Paula Dimmit, Corinna Green and Mike Griffin ran for election. Financial Report Mr. Zenner referenced the financial state of the association, reporting that TPOA’s total amount of money in all accounts at the time of the meeting was $426,947.77. Just under $29,000 in delinquent assessment fees remained outstanding as of November 30, 2016. Mr. Zenner also noted that the association’s Reserve Account, which at (Continued on page 13)
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the time of the meeting had a balance of approximately $175,000, would be increased to $180,000 by the end of 2016. Social Events Ms. O’Neil discussed upcoming events including photos with Santa and Christmas brunch in the park on December 10 and a Christmas cookie exchange on December 11.
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Neighborhood Watch Mr. Paul Rutowski provided a brief overview of recent crimes reported in the neighborhood and he noted that crime typically spikes during the holiday season, urging those in attendance to be vigilant. He also gave an overview of a new Cellular on Patrol (COP) program that has been launched with the support of volunteers in the neighborhood. He noted that training for the program is provided by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, and that the role of the participants, who are provided with reflective COP car magnets, is to observe and report potential crime situations and suspicious activity to the Sheriff’s office.
Election Results After votes were counted, including absentee and proxy votes, along with votes cast the night of the meeting, it was announced that Martinez, Matula and Myles had been reelected to the Board of Directors for two-year terms.
Clubhouse Vote Results Mr. Myles stated that the results of the community vote to move forward with planning and due diligence efforts for the new or rebuilt clubhouse had been completed in November,
The next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. at the clubhouse. Meeting minutes were submitted by Greg Matula.
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and that the vote was 395 in favor, and 183 opposed. Based on these results, he noted that the TPOA Board would begin soliciting and receiving bids for the project. Ms. O’Neil also provided an update on initial research that had been done on the project (which cost the association no money), and noted that the Board will request bids for both new build and rebuild options. He stated that based on previous research, the Board received information that an architectural plan could range up to $30,000. (While a motion to approve the $30,000 expenditure was made and was duly seconded and voted on, the motion was subsequently tabled pending review of a Texas Property Code concern that was brought up by a resident that potentially involved an HOA’s ability to take out a loan. Pending the outcome of the clarification, the issue will be re-addressed and voted on at the February 2017 TPOA Board meeting.)
Park Master Plan Mr. Matula discussed the need for a master architectural plan for the park to include current and possible future facilities and amenities, lighting plan, landscaping plan, and other items to enhance the park’s usability, beauty and safety. He said a request for proposals will be sent to architectural firms, and a competitive bidding process would take place. He made a motion to budget $15,000 to complete the plan, and the motion was duly seconded. The motion carried with no dissenting votes.
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Protecting Your Pipes from Freezing Temperatures shutoff valve turns off the water to the entire house. Paint it a bright color and make sure everyone in the household knows where it is.
During below-freezing temperatures, San Antonio Water System reminds homeowners and businesses in our area to be aware of the dangers of water pipes freezing or bursting in cold temperatures.
What if it’s too late? During an extended cold spell, your pipes can freeze, even if you take all the proper precautions. If you think you know where the freeze occurred and and want to try thawing it yourself, the easiest tool to use is a hair dryer with a low heat seating. DO NOT under any circumstances use an open flame. Using the hair dryer, wave the warm air back and forth along the pipe. DO NOT heat only one spot on the pipe, as this can cause it to burst. If you don’t have a hair dryer, you can wrap the frozen section with rags or towels and pour hot water over them. It’s messy, but it works.
Here are tips from the American Water Works Association to help you avoid the cost and inconvenience of frozen pipes: Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses Detaching the hose allows water to drain from the pipe so an overnight freeze doesn’t burst the faucet or the pipe its connected to. Insulate pipes or faucets in unheated areas It’s best to wrap water pipes in unheated areas (such as the garage or crawl space) before temperatures plummet. You can find pipe wrapping materials at any hardware or building supply store.
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PREPARE t Maintain Your Car: Check battery, tire tread, and windshield wipers, keep your windows clear, put nofreeze fluid in the washer reservoir, and check your antifreeze. t Have On Hand: flashlight, jumper cables, abrasive material (sand, kitty litter, even floor mats), shovel, snow brush and ice scraper, warning devices (like flares) and blankets. For long trips, add food and water, medication and cell phone. t Stopped or Stalled? Stay in your car, don’t overexert, put bright markers on antenna or windows and shine dome light, and, if you run your car, clear exhaust pipe and run it just enough to stay warm. t Plan Your Route: Allow plenty of time (check the weather and leave early if necessary), be familiar with the maps/ directions, and let others know your route and arrival time.
Save $10 off 1st month tuition for kids dance classes & $10 off Registration fee!! t Practice Cold Weather Driving! * During the daylight, rehearse maneuvers slowly on ice or snow in an empty lot. * Steer into a skid. * Know what your brakes will do: stomp on antilock brakes, pump on non-antilock brakes. * Stopping distances are longer on water-covered ice and ice. * Don’t idle for a long time with the windows up or in an enclosed space. PROTECT YOURSELF t Buckle up and use child safety seats properly. t Never place a rear-facing infant seat in front of an air bag. t Children 12 and under are much safer in the back seat.
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PREVENT CRASHES t Drugs and alcohol never mix with driving. t Slow down and increase distances between cars. t Keep your eyes open for pedestrians walking in the road. t Avoid fatigue – Get plenty of rest before the trip, stop at least every three hours, and rotate drivers if possible. t If you are planning to drink, designate a sober driver
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Kingery, Hannah (baby sit) 210-687-2103 Marburger, Sydney (baby/pet/house/plant sit) 512-577-6888 Marburger, Cameron (pet/ house sit) 512-577-6888 Mar nez, Bella-11 (baby sit/dog walk/plant watering) 210 -774-1813 Morrow, Johnny (lawn mowing) 210-833-2051 Morrow, Naomi -13 (dishwash/child/house/plant sit/dog walk) 210-833-2051 O’Neil, Julia (baby/pet sit) 210-501-9715 Prieto, Cortez (landscaping/outdoor cleaning) 210-303-2000 Prieto, Estrella (Senior-family photos) 210-630-0972 Schmit, Rose–14 (Baby sit/pet care/house/plant sit) 210-419-0333 Schultz, Julie–13 (babysit/walk dogs/tutor grades preschool to 3rd) 210-965-7797 Schultz, Sloane – 17 (baby sit/CPR) 210-865-9466 Sco , Leaha (swim instructor) 210-740-4489 Snyder, Erica Chavez–18 (house sit) 480-815-1683 Snyder, Tristan (pet sit) 210-650-5003 Soto, Micah – 17 (Algebra tutor, lawn care, power washing, house si ng) 210-350-6519 Statham, Amber–18 (baby/pet/house sit 770-362-2644 Statham, Sarah-Gayle–15 (baby/house sit) 770.828.9894 Wagner, Cody (Lawn Services) 210-497-6588 Wollmershauser, Dylan (Lawn Mower Repair) 210-415-4177
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Prepare to Prune time since they pose no immediate threat to life and limb.
This is the time of year to prune your trees. But before sharpening your chainsaw, think about what actually needs pruning.
t Pruning for appearance often leads to overzealous removal of what the tree needs most: green leaves. Eliminating the means of food production, i.e. photosynthesis, will inevitably harm the tree’s long term health. Loss of foliage results in loss of food reserves to fight off pests.
Yes, it is an arborist’s favorite time of year — pruning time. December, January and the first part of February are the best time of year to prune trees. But before sharpening your chainsaw, think about what actually needs pruning. Pruning is done for three reasons (in order of importance): safety, tree health and appearance. Although appearance is often mentioned as a reason for pruning, it’s really the least significant reason as it is subjective. What looks bad to one person, may look entirely different to someone else.
Finally, never cut through the branch collar and always paint fresh oak wounds. The branch collar, a donutshaped ring at the junction of two branches or trunks, is a zone of specialized cells and chemicals that reduces the potential for decay and disease.
t Pruning for safety requires the pruning of poor branch structure. Narrow branch junctions that are V-shaped are structurally weak and should be removed, especially if two or more of the branches are of equal diameters. Think Arizona ashes or hackberries. Long branches that have been repeatedly stripped of their lateral branches are also very weak and should be shortened or removed completely.
As for painting a wound, that’s done to prevent oak wilt in oaks. So if it’s an elm, ash, sycamore, pine, tallow, or pecan tree, painting the wounds is not necessary. But for oak trees, always paint the wounds! Pruning a tree is a major task requiring time and resources. On the other hand, pruning is not mandatory. (No elves or dwarves are doing it in the forest.) But if you wish for your tree to live a long, healthy life, then pruning once every four to seven years is essential.
t Tree health is the second motive for pruning. Look for the “3-D� branches — dead, diseased and dying. These are a source of disease and insects, as well as a food source to attract more disease and insects. It’s important to remove them, but they may remain on the tree for a short
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INFORMATION CENTRAL Timberwood Park Owners Association (TPOA) Superintendents (Park Office) To reserve the clubhouse, please contact the on-site office Thursday & Friday from 3-7PM, Saturday from 9 AM - 1 PM Board President Email-news/social events, general Email-property improvements, new construction, property complaints, concerns, deed violations Neighborhood Watch Chair Timberwood Park Pets Facebook
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Spectrum Association Management - park, gate cards, pool information, all general info Spectrum Main Phone
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LOCAL LAW, FIRE AND CODE AGENCIES SHERIFF-Bexar County, non-Emergencies CONSTABLE-Bexar County FIRE DEPARTMENT (BBVD) Bulverde/Bexar Volunteer Fire Department, non-emergencies FIRE MARSHALL-Bexar County Animal Control-Bexar County Dead Animal Removal Wildlife Rescue Bexar County- Nuisance Complaints, reporting damaged road signs, missing signs, environmental services Home Security Inspection House Alarm Permit City of San Antonio Planning and Dev-city permits Website to check Sex Offenders in Area
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