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OFFICE HOURS FOR APRIL 2013
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Monday through Friday 9 AM-5 PM (Unless otherwise posted on the front door.) President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Mike Brahm Charles Herring Doug White Barbara Burleson George Bridges
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QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? SUGGESTIONS?
We welcome communication from homeowners and residents. The MPCA Board of Directors are your neighbors and are available to answer questions. We love having comments and suggestion from everyone as we strive to make Memorial Parkway a great place to live. Please contact us at anytime through the website.
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THE DUMPSTER AT THE REAR OF OUR PARKING LOT ON CIMARRON PARKWAY IS NOT FOR USE BY RESIDENTS WHO WANT TO GET RID OF THEIR GARBAGE OR DEBRIS. THIS DUMPSTER IS FOR ASSOCIATION USE ONLY. WE HAVE A SECURITY CAMERA ON THE PREMISES, SO IF YOU’RE GUILTY OF THROWING YOUR TRASH IN OUR DUMPSTER, WE PROBABLY HAVE YOU ON VIDEO TAPE.
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Take a look at the curb just outside your home? Is yours clean, pleasing to look at? Or is it cracked and missing a piece or two? Also, look at the curbs in your immediate neighborhood. Look around and see if we need to get those broken curbs fixed. We all appreciate seeing a clean appearance to Memorial Parkway, especially with trimmed bushes, new flowers planted and healthy trees, however, look down at the curbs. With the combination of age and weather, our streets and sidewalks move. While we have definitely noticed the dead trees from the 2011 drought, we need to look down to make sure our curbs look as good as the day we moved into our home. Remember, the curbs do a lot more for our appearance than just move water down the street. Take 10 minutes to note the intersection or home location that might need a curb repair, then call the County to have this put on the list of needed repairs. The number for Harris County the number is 281-463-8703. Together we can “fix our curb appeal.”
BROKEN CURBS
If the curb in front of your home is damaged, you should call Precinct 3. To the best of our knowledge, they are responsible for fixing it. Also report pot holes in the street.
YARD AND LANDSCAPE ISSUES
It was a tough summer with drought conditions, extreme heat and water restrictions. All of this has made it difficult on some of the lawns, shrubs and trees throughout the neighborhood. Recent rains have helped, but have also contributed to the growth of winter weeds. Please note that any dead shrubbery or trees need to be removed from your landscaping as soon as possible. If your grass was lost as a result of the drought, please plan on replacing dead areas of turf as soon as possible. These are both violations of our deed restrictions and notices will be sent to those that have not cured them in a timely manner. It’s important that you contact us immediately after you receive the letter to let us know your intent for taking care of the matter. If we don’t hear from you and have to send more notices, charges may be posted to your account per normal procedures.
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MPCA I.D. INFORMATION
Every resident must have a MPCA I.D. CARD to use the pools, clubhouse and tennis courts. Complete the I.D. Registration form in this newsletter and return it to the office at least 3 days before coming in to the office for pictures taken. If you are renting your home, please provide us evidence that you live in the subdivision, i.e. a water bill with your name on it, etc. ID’s are for residents only. Homeowners who do not live in Memorial Parkway are not eligible for a MPCA I.D. CARD. Once you have the card, turn it in to the office the following year for validation.
Sidewalks
All sidewalks within Common Areas shall be maintained by the Association. All other sidewalks shall be maintained by the Owner of the Lot on which the sidewalk is situated. If any section of your sidewalk is uneven, which may cause someone to trip and hurt themselves, you are responsible for repairing or replacing that section of the sidewalk and liable for any injuries incurred. In some cases, a sunken section of a sidewalk may be caused by a water or sewer line leak. If you’re in doubt, you can call Precinct 3 at 281-4636300 and request that someone come to your home and check it out.
TRASH COLLECTION
If you are having any problems with getting trash picked up or want to register a complaint, please call WCA at 281-368-8397 if you are a customer of Memorial MUD. If you are a customer of MUD 81, you may call Royale Disposal and Recycle at 713-526-1536.
TRASH CANS
The HOA has received complaints about trashcans being stored in front of the home, left at curbside, and not being stored out of sight. In the past, the deed restriction committee has not been writing letters to homeowners about proper storage of trashcans. Since this
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has become a problem in the neighborhood, we are now sending letters to homeowners if their trashcans are not properly stored out of sight. Trash cans should be placed at the curb until the night before or the morning of trash pickup and the cans should be stored away out of sight by the end of the day. If your trash cans are visible from the street on any other day, you will be in violation of the deed restriction. Thanks to all of you who have started storing your trash receptacles out of public view. It really has made a big difference in the over-all appearance of our neighborhood and we appreciate your cooperation.
VEHICLE PARKING ON THE STREET
It is not a violation of our deed restrictions to park a vehicle on the street as long as it is not being stored, is fully operational and has current tags. However, the Transportation Code of Texas, Title 6, Chapter 545, Section 302, states that .a vehicle cannot park closer than 15 feet to a fire hydrant. .a vehicle cannot park closer than 20 feet to an intersection. .a vehicle cannot park closer than 30 feet to a stop sign. The Board has asked our Constables to take the appropriate action whenever there is a violation of the Transportation Code. The parking of vehicles on the street has become a big problem in our neighborhood. School buses can’t pull close to the curb to pick up and let off students. In some cases, emergency vehicles may not be able to reach their destination if traffic flow is inhibited, especially when two cars are parked directly across from each other. Plus, vehicles parked on the street are those that are vandalized the most. Some of the worst areas are the cul-de-sacs where it’s hard enough to back out of a driveway or navigate the circle even when there aren’t any vehicles parked on the street.
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Be considerate of your neighbors and don’t park your vehicle in front of their house or block their mailbox. Also, think of the neighbor across the street and park so that you’re not making it difficult for them to back out of their own driveway. All of our homes have at least a two or three-car garage and room for several cars in the driveway. We respectfully request that you refrain from parking on the street.
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We ask that you keep the street area in front of your home clean, so that leaves, pine needles, grass clippings and dirt won’t accumulate in the gutters next to the curb and end up being washed into the drains causing them to back up and flood the streets. If you see someone putting grass clippings, oil or other debris down the drains, please contact the MUD District and the County at 281-463-6300. This includes lawn contractors that are blowing the leaves into the street instead of bagging them. In December, we sent out over 100 notices asking that you keep the leaves, pine needles and acorns swept up so that they won’t get into the drains. Some of our residents felt that this was a waste of our time and were upset that we had written to them, stating that they were getting this waste from a neighbor up the street. On the other hand, most of our residents understood that backed-up drains would cause flooding on some of our streets and cleaned up their yards and streets regardless of where the debris came from. THANK YOU!
2013 Maintenance Fees
If your 2013 maintenance fees were not paid by January 31, 2013, you were sent a late letter, along with a statement and your account was billed a late fee of $25, plus interest. If your maintenance fees were not paid by February 28, 2013, you were sent a letter by Certificate of mailing and your account was billed another late fee of $25, plus interest. Your payment, in full, must be deposited in our bank no later than March 29, 2013. On April 1, 2013, all accounts that have not been paid will incur an additional $50 late fee, plus interest. In mid-April, all unpaid accounts will be turned over to an attorney for collection or we will file a petition in Small Claims Court suing you for non-payment of 2013 maintenance fees. In some cases, it may become necessary to take both legal actions.
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You may pay by personal check, money order or cashier’s check sent to or dropped off, at the office located at 21600 Cimarron Parkway. We also accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa. For you convenience, you can pay on line by going to our webpage www.mphoa.org
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Do not attach your garage sale signs to the STOP signs, as it is against the law and the County can issue citations for this. If a sign is on a public right of way, like the esplanades), they may be subject to fines of $500-$1000 per occurrence per day. We also ask that you do not post your signs on the property of another resident. When your sale is over, please go back and pick up all of your signs.
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ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
All exterior changes to your property must be submitted to our committee for approval before you start any work. This includes, but is not limited to, painting, re-roofing, sheds, patio covers, fences,
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DEED RESTRICTIONS
Memorial Parkway Community Association has inspectors that drive through the neighborhood checking for violations of our deed restrictions. They are not permitted to get out of their cars and/or trespass on your property. They only take pictures of violations that can be seen from the street. If you see one of our inspectors stopped in front of your home, please do not approach their vehicle to confront them. Their vehicles are indentified with a mpca sign on the car door that says deed restriction inspector. Some of our inspectors have been threatened and some have been followed. If they see you approach their vehicle, they have every right to drive off without talking to you. If you still have questions, call the office. If you get a notice of violation and you feel it was sent to you in error, please call the office. Our staff will look at the picture taken of the violation and confirm whether the address is correct or not. Our inspectors make every effort to make sure they’ve got the right violation logged to the right address with the right picture to go along with it. But with 2,219 homes to inspect and over 25 miles of streets, they sometimes get it wrong. If that’s the case, we apologize for the mistake and will remove the violation from your record. If you want clarification on a deed restriction, you can read the complete document by going to our web page. It’s titled “Architectural
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REMINDER FOR DOG WALKERS
Be a responsible / considerate pet owner by picking up your dog’s waste from your neighbor’s yard when you’re out for a walk. There’s nothing more frustrating than stepping in fecal matter in your own yard when you don’t even have a pet.
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LEASH LAW
Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents. While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal. Harris County Animal Control advises, “All dogs and cats must be kept under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat nor to allow any dog or cat to become a stray.” Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following circumstances: 1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet in length, if the line or leash is held by a human being who is capable of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question. 2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle. 3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does not have access to sidewalk or street. While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly restrained. Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet. Please remember that cats fall under the same laws as dogs and must be licensed and kept restrained when not on the premises of the owner. We’ve been told that spreading moth balls in flower beds might keep cats away. To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained please contact: Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666 Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191 Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section 2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588 www.countypets.com
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RESIDENT COMMENT FORM
The Memorial Parkway Community Association welcomes input from our residents. If you wish to comment on any aspect of your neighborhood (positive or negative) you may use this form to do so. All comments to the MPCA office are strictly confidential.
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If you have noticed a problem in the subdivision you think needs taking care of, please complete the resident comment form and turn it in to the office. The subdivision gets a drive through inspection twice a month. Some problems may not be noticed at that time. It is helpful if residents can inform the office in writing of such problems. Having complaints in writing is helpful, if the association has to take legal steps in enforcing deed restriction violations. Our subdivision was formed 35 years ago and we need to take steps to keep it looking nice so the value of homes will continue to increase.
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DOING REPAIR WORK ON YOUR HOMES EXTERIOR????
The ACC is receiving record numbers of requests to make improvements or changes to the exterior of homes. We thank you for your cooperation in filling out the forms before starting any work. If you are planning to do any repairs, re-roofing, re-painting, additions, pools, storage sheds, fencing or patio covers please turn in a request form for approval. Forms can be found in the newsletter or online at our website WWW.MPHOA.ORG. You may also pick up a form from the office during office hours.
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To report a burned out street light, you may contact CenterPoint Energy at 713-207-2222 or online at www.centerpointenergy.com/ outage/. Please know the number that is on the pole and street address of the pole.
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Have you always wanted to have a large party but didn’t have enough room in your home???? Rent the newly remodeled clubhouse with full kitchen. Guidelines for renting the clubhouse are as follows: 1. Must be resident of Memorial Parkway. 2. Valid MPCA I.D. card. 3. Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance of use with money down and forms completed. 4. $275 damage deposit. 5. Available for use from 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM. 6. Pool and clubhouse cannot be rented at the same time. 7. Clubhouse holds maximum of 50 individuals, per fire code. 8. If alcohol is being served, a security guard may be required to be present. 9. The resident renting the facility will be held responsible for any damage to the facility caused as a result of user neglect or alcohol use. Additional charges over and above the deposit may be assessed to cover damages.
NON-PROFIT CLUBHOUSE RENTAL
The Memorial Parkway clubhouse located at 21600 Cimarron is available to non-profit adult and youth groups for meetings. The meeting times and days for adult and youth groups are from: 3:00 PM - 5:15 PM, 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM and 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (some exceptions regarding times on Sunday). Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks prior to reservation date.
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For additional details, contact the MPCA office at 281-492-2949. All groups who wish to use the Clubhouse must be comprised of no less than 100% of Memorial Parkway residents.
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Did you know that the West I-10 Fire Department is a department you can join? Members come from all walks of life and work together to serve their community. The West I-10 Fire Department is also committed to community involvement and as such would like all our citizens to know the best way to contact us. If you have an emergency, please dial 9-1-1, but if you have a question about the department or would like to inquire about a public relations event, please dial 281-675-3639 or visit our website at www.westI-10fd.org.
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LOCAL JAM SESSIONS
We encourage new musicians to join us at our local jam sessions of old time folk, bluegrass, country and Cajun music and for those who play guitar, dobro, mandolin and bass fiddle. We meet at a local Katy location (no smoking or drinking), every Friday (except first Friday of month) from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. No charge and non-profit. We play on acoustic stringed instruments only for mutual enjoyment (although the Public is allowed to visit and listen to the music). For more information, please call 281-693-0391.
HOUSTON EVENTS IN APRIL
Every Saturday in April - Saint Arnold Brewing Company Tours, 11 AM - 2 PM. Come visit Texas’ oldest craft brewery in their new location. The doors open at 11 AM and groups will rotate in and out of the facility in an open-house format until the final group is allowed in at 2 PM. If Saturdays don’t work for you, check out their weekday open house at 3 PM. After the tour, guests are welcome to stay for a free tasting.
as well as the “country store” and a silent auction. The Wallachian music and dancing ensemble ‘Radhost,’ from the Czech Republic, headlines the entertainment and a master-level guest artist from the Czech Republic showcases traditional cultural arts. www. czechheritage.org April 20th - 21st, 27th - 28th - Houston International Festival, City Hall, Tranquility Park and Sam Houston Park. This annual event salutes the diverse cultures and countries of the world. This year’s festival spotlights Brazil and features ethnic food booths, performances, arts and crafts, kiosks and exhibits. Musical guests include Bootsy Collins, Diogo Nogueira, The Wailers, Los Lobos and Aaron Neville. www.ifest.org April 27th - Bridgeland Nature Fest, 10 AM - 4 PM, Bridgeland’s Oak Meadow Park, 16919 North Bridgeland Lake Parkway. This annual event features the Staples Animal Safari and other family-friendly stage shows, strolling performers, vendors, gourmet food trucks and entertaining surprises, all celebrating nature. www.bridgeland.com
April 5th - 6th - Cheers for 20 Years Quilt Show, April 5th, 9 AM 5:00 PM and April 6th, 9 AM - 4 PM, Leonard E Merrell Center, 6301 S. Stadium Lane. More than 200 handmade quilts are on display. Also enjoy vendors and lectures by local artists. www.whqg. org/2013whqgquiltshow.htm April 6th - The Grand Kids Festival, 10 AM - 5 PM, The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. Three blocks are filled with music, art, food and fun. Phone: 800-821-1894 or visit www.thegrand.com April 7th - Czech SpringFest, 11 AM - 7 PM, SPJST Lodge No. 88, 1435 Beall St. Features traditional Czech music, dancing and food,
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KATY ISD OUTPERFORMS STATE ON STAAR TEST
Test scores released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) from the 2012 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) accountability test for grades 3-8 show that Katy ISD outperformed the state in every grade level assessment. The district also exceeded the state passing rate by an average of 13 points.
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“While we are very pleased that our students outperformed the state, that is not our only goal,” says Katy ISD Superintendent, Alton Frailey. “While we will remain competitive with our peer districts within the state accountability system, our primary objective is to provide each student high quality and comprehensive learning experiences.” The STAAR test assesses student performance based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) learning objectives developed by the TEA. Because students took the STAAR test for the first time in 2012, test scores will not count in any way toward a student’s 2012 - 2013 state testing results, regardless if they passed or failed the test. The TEA is currently in the process of developing a new accountability system for the 2013 - 2014 school year. Additionally, the TEA will not be assigning accreditation status to school districts in 2012 - 2013. During the next two weeks, parents will receive their child’s Confidential Student Report, which provides a summary of how their child performed. Because the STAAR assessments are new and more rigorous than past TAKS assessments, many parents may see test scores that differ from previous TAKS test results. “The change in scores is not a reflection of the education that students receive as we continue to provide high-quality instruction that students and parents expect in Katy ISD,” says Katy ISD’s Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Christine Caskey. “Not only is STAAR more rigorous than TAKS, this was the first time students saw the format of the new test. As students and teachers become more familiar with STAAR, we anticipate that future scores will improve.” Students who participate in the 2013 spring administration of STAAR will receive a new Confidential Student Report near the end of the 2013 school year. The 2013 spring administration of the STAAR will be the first set of test results that will count toward a student’s state testing performance.
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The James E. Taylor High School Swimming and Diving Junior Varsity Team competed in the District 19 5A meet December 15, 2012. The boys continued their dominance by winning their 8th championship in 9 years. The girls were able to surpass extremely tough competition and win their first championship title in 5 years! Here are some notable performances: • 1st Place Girls Diving: Madison Chalker • 2nd Place Girls 200 Medley Relay: Catherine Xu, Deborah Rozum, Augustine Grollitsch and Meghan Frankson • 2nd Place Boys Medley Relay: Masatora Oinuma, Brandon Nguyen, Kris Debski and Christian Alfonso • 1st Place Girls 200 Freestyle: Elisa Rodriguez • 2nd Place Girls 200 Freestyle: Sarah Vohra • 3rd Place Boys 200 Freestyle: Andy Duddridge • 2nd Place Girls 200 IM: Isabella Walter • 2nd Place Boys 200 IM: Kris Debski • 3rd Place Boys 200 IM: Andrew Zinkham • 3rd Place Boys 50 Freestyle: Christian Alfonso • 2nd Place Boys 100 Butterfly: Kris Debski • 3rd Place Boys 100 Freestyle: Jason Evans • 1st Place Girls 500 Freestyle: Elisa Rodriguez • 3rd Place Boys 500 Freestyle: Andy Duddridge • 3rd Place Girls 200 Freestyle Relay: Elisa Rodriguez, Sarah Vohra, Catherine Xu and Meghan Frankson
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• 1st Place Boys 200 Freestyle Relay: Peter Manfre, Andrew Nemeth, Zach Al-Sharif and Christian Alfonso • 2nd Place Girls 100 Backstroke: Catherine Xu • 1st Place Girls 100 Breaststroke: Deborah Rozum • 2nd Place Girls 100 Breaststroke: Isabella Walter • 2nd Place Boys 100 Breaststroke: Peter Manfre • 3rd Place Boys 100 Breaststroke: TJ Chroba • 3rd Place Girls 400 Freestyle Relay: Elisa Rodriguez, Isabella Walter, Meghan Frankson and Augustine Grollitsch • 3rd Place Boys 400 Freestyle Relay: Reagan Wall, Andy Duddridge, Jason Evans and Zach Al-Sharif Congratulations to all the members of the Taylor Swimming and Diving JV Team for their hard work and excellent results.
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To promote the High School soccer program, THS recently held its first annual Junior High Appreciation night, where junior high kids got to see the Varsity games for free. The boys soccer program also has weekly honorary ball boys from local elementary schools, all in hope to bring more fans to the games and introduce more kids into soccer.
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THE BUZZ IS BACK Saturday, April 6, 2013 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Constellation Field
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Sports Katy American Little League’s 2013 Spring Season Registration Register on-line today at www.KatyAmerican.org
Our league offers various divisions for children who are age 5-16 year old, on or before April 30, 2013. Katy American is also pleased to announce the addition of the new Intermediate Division!!! Little League has introduced the new Intermediate division (OPEN BASES) this year for 11 and 12 year old players, which will now play on 70 foot base paths and 50 foot pitching distances. This holiday; give your child the gift of a season of baseball at Katy American Little League. It’s a season of fun and happy memories that lasts beyond the holidays.
pick up as late as 6:30 PM. Swimming, field trips, old fashioned camp experience! Swim Lessons: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available. Summer Sports Camps: Basketball, Melvin Adams Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, Volleyball and Club Volleyball camps are offered for ages 6-14. Offered 9 AM-11 AM various weeks throughout the summer. Summer Specialty Camps: Choose from Theatre Arts, Tae Kwon Do, Cheerleading, Dance, Hip Hop/Jazz and Jump Rope! Come have a blast at these camps that run for 2 hours a week. Limited Space. Summer Youth Sports Registration: Ages 3-14. Choose from Track and Field, Baseball, Softball and 7 on 7 Football!
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Katy YMCA Summer Program Registration is NOW in progress. Limited space available. Plan ahead so your child doesn’t miss out on Summer FUN! Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org/katy Saturday, April 27th: 10 AM - 1 PM. Join us for Healthy Kids Day! Moonwalks, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and more. Local vendors will be on hand to provide you with information toward healthy kids and families. Stop by to find out about summer sports, day camp and swim lessons. No joining fee if you join the Y April 22nd-30th! Save up to $100. Summer Day Camp: Ages 6-14. No one does camp like the Y! Held at YMCA Camp Cinco, located behind Creech Elementary. Sessions will sell out, so register early! Drop off as early as 7 AM,
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Registration is open for fall Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer and T-Ball/Baseball leagues in Katy! i9 Sports is the #1 provider of youth sports leagues, camps and instructional clinics in the country for kids ages 3-14. We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. For more information, please visit www. i9sports.com or call 281-398-PLAY (7529).
Netball Clubs
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. We are also looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary. For more information, go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or contact Ros at education@netballamerica.com or call 832-790 3772.
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Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@ yahoo.com for more information. You can also find us at www. yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.
Volleyball
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.
Katy Rugby Club
Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com
Katy Valkyries HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS LACROSSE
The Katy Valkyries is a varsity team competing in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League and accepts players from all KISD high schools. Lacrosse experience is not necessary to join the team - we will teach you the skills and game strategy. Please see our new website at: www.katyvalkyries.org for additional information.
Women’s Basketball League
Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com
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Cub Scout Pack 987
Cub Scout Pack 987 is a pack out of Cimarron Elementary that has been serving the Katy area for 26 years. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (in first through fifth grade) and wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more please contact Marissa Nix-Burke at Manix@ theburkeshouse.com or 832-615-6707. Also, you may visit our Pack website at www.scoutsofkaty.com.
HOMESCHOOL PACK 164
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect, responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are interested and your son is entering 1st through 5th grade, please contact “Van” VanZant at 281-851-8374 or at van.vanzant@ gmail.com
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Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.
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Boy Scout Troop 557
Scouts from Katy’s Boy Scout Troop 557 of the Texas Skies District are working on their Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge (An Eagle required badge). The scouts visited one of Katy’s City Council Meetings to fulfill one of their requirements for this badge. The scouts pictured are: Kevin Blanco, Joshua Evetts, Daniel Farrar, James Hutchinson, Isaiah Hamlin, Robert Buchman, Alex Trevino, Scout Master Derek Spier and Mayor Don Elder.
Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please e-mail Sam Randolph at sumosam@ sumofam.com
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Annual Falcon Point East Garage sale
The Annual Falcon Point East Garage sale is April 20th from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. (The rain date will be the following Saturday). Falcon Point East is near Roesner Rd. and Kingsland Blvd.
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The next garage sale day for Falcon Ranch residents is scheduled for April 20, 2013. Falcon Ranch is located near Westheimer Pkwy. and Cinco Ranch Blvd. off Grand Pkwy.
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Please join us for our first annual BBQ Cook-off/Craft Show at the Firethorne clubhouse in North Firethorne on April 13th from 9 AM-5 PM. We will have some great family entertainment with bounce houses, popcorn and snow cones. Our BBQ Cook-off teams will be selling their BBQ and we will have tons of craft show booths selling everything from homemade candies to home decor. You could win some AWESOME items in our silent auction. Vendors needed: please call Michelle at 281-841-7237 or email at chefmichellec@ hotmail.com - We hope to see you there!!!
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Our residents have cleaned out their closets and can’t wait for you to stop by on Saturday, April 27th from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll find treasures galore in our community-wide garage sale! Residents will be selling their items right out of their garages. For a map and list of items being sold at Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad (located in the Westheimer Lakes section - 26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond 77406, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale. For a map and list of items being sold at Cardiff Ranch, don’t forget to pick it up at the entrance to Cardiff Ranch, which is not far from Westheimer Lakes North (located off of FM 1463 and 1-2 miles from the FM 1093 intersection, Katy 77494, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale. Don’t miss out!
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St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church is holding their annual Bazaar on Saturday, May 4th from 6 PM to 10 PM and Sunday, May 5th from 10 AM to 5 PM on the church grounds, 5356 Eleventh Street in Old Katy. Saturday night will feature a Silent Auction, BBQ dinner and a kid’s meal with a Sweet Shop, as well as music and the country store. Sunday will feature the Live Auction at 1 PM, Entertainment, Food Booths, Games, Cake Walk, Dunk Tank, Country Store and will provide fun for all ages. Come on out and join us for a fun-filled family event. For more information about St. Bart’s and upcoming events, go to www.st-bart.org or call the parish office at 281-391-4758.
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Honoring Savannah Norton and the fight against SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). Please come and join us for the 5K or 1 Mile on May 11, 2013 at The Villagio Town Center in Katy, Texas. 8 AM. Register online: www.fsma.org/savannahsmiles Date: Time: Location:
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Saturday, June 1, 2013 9:00 AM Registration 10:00 AM Walk George Bush Park 16756 Westheimer Pkwy. Houston, TX 77082
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Keep Kids Connected Aluminum Can Recycling Collection
Keep Kids Connected currently has a program called “Cans for a Cure” where aluminum beverage cans are collected and recycled and the proceeds are used to purchase computers and for pediatric cancer research. When: Saturday, April 13th, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: Tradition Bank 550 Pin Oak, Katy 77494 What: Aluminum Can Recycling Collection - Drop off your aluminum beverage cans to be recycled. Why: The money collected from recycling the cans is used to purchase computers. In 2012, Keep Kids Connected raised enough money from this fundraiser to purchase 5 computers. Remember - Every 2nd Saturday from 9 am - 12 pm. If possible, please remove the tabs and put them in a separate Ziploc bags as we donate the tabs to the Ronald McDonald House in downtown Houston. Keep Kids Connected is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization through the generous donations of our patrons and sponsors, we are working with hospitals and doctors to provide Netbook computers to children with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. For more information, contact Keep Kids Connected at: P.O. Box 1127, Katy, TX 77492 or keepkidsconnected@gmail.com - Potential computer recipients can check eligibility requirements and download an application at www. keepkidsconnected.org
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BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH EASTER SERVICES AND EVENTS
March 24th - Easter Lord’s Supper, 6:00 PM March 30th - Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, 10:30 AM Easter Service, 6:00 PM March 31st - Easter Services, 9:00, 10:15 and 11:30 AM Come be a part of the celebration of Christ’s victory over the Grave! The church is located at 5901 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449, between Kieth Harrow and West Little York (Closer to West Little York).
Living Word Lutheran presents “At the Ninth Hour” Holy Week at Living Word Lutheran Church
Thursday, March 28th - Maundy Thursday A Maundy Thursday worship service commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus and his disciples will be held at 7 pm. Friday, March 29th - Good Friday “Journey to the Cross” begins at 10 am and is an interactive walk through the events of Holy Week for young children and their families. RSVP for your family online at www.livingwordkaty.org
The Good Friday worship services commemorating Jesus’ death on the cross will be held at both 12 pm and 7 pm (These worship services are for all ages). Sunday, March 31st - Easter Sunday Celebration The Easter Sunday worship services celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ will be held at 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am and 6 pm. Living Word is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd. in Katy. For more information, please call the church office at 281-392-2300 or visit www.livingwordkaty.org
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Join New Creation Lutheran Church on Good Friday (March 29th), as we visit the stations of the cross. Experience the story of the cross in a whole new way as professional actors directed by Josh Pack, the worship leader at New Creation, takes you through Christ’s final moments, from his sentencing to his death and burial. Follow in Jesus’ footsteps along with the actors from station to station. This all takes place outdoors from 1-3 pm on the church’s new property on 5th Street and Dixon Rd in Fulshear, with additional opportunities to watch at 1 pm and 2 pm. Come see a reenactment of the ultimate act of sacrificial love with your own eyes! This event will be followed with refreshments. The New Creation Church is now worshipping at the Irene Stern Community Center located at 6920 Fulshear Rd., Fulshear 77441. Info: Pastor Dale Olson 832-492-5136.
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Trinity Baptist Church Praise the God of Resurrection Easter Week Services
March 28th: Maundy Thursday: 7:00 pm March 29th: Good Friday: 7:00 pm March 31st: Easter Sunday: 6:45 am - Sunrise Service 8:30 am, 9:45 am, 11:00 am - Easter worship services with special performances by the choir and orchestra All services will be at Trinity Baptist Church, 10000 Spring Green Blvd, Katy. For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.org or call 281-579-6724.
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CELEBRATE THE “BAT MITZVAH” OF CONGREGATION OR AMI
During 2013, Congregation Or Ami, a conservative synagogue serving West Houston, Katy and Fort Bend County, will be celebrating its 12th birthday. As is customary for Jewish girls of this age, this means it’s time to have a Bat Mitzvah party! Our celebration will be held at Congregation Or Ami - 3443 Wilcrest Drive (between Richmond and Westpark) - on Sunday evening, April 28th starting at 5 pm. Festivities will include a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, dinner, music and dancing and a silent auction. During this event, we will also be honoring and thanking one of our congregants, Augusta Levine, for her many years of volunteer work to train our students to read from the Torah and chant Haftorah. Tickets are $100 per person, with sponsorships for tables of 10 starting at $1,500. You will also have the opportunity to contribute a photo and/or message for a tribute book that will be presented to Augusta Levine. For additional information, please call Congregation Or Ami at 713334-4300.
Vacation Bible School Bear Creek Baptist Church Vacation Bible School “Colossal Coaster World” Dates: June 24-28, 2013 Times: 9 AM-12:30 PM No Cost • Registration begins May 5th
For more information contact: Germaine Guerra, VBS “Park Operator,” 281-859-9900, ext 4143.
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Bakers rack - excellent condition, $75 OBO. Call after 6 PM, 281-4140066. Golf clubs, full set of Pings plus bag. Cheap, $500. 281-578-9665.
FOR SALE Kenmore washer/dryer, in great condition, $150. Very nice birch corner desk unit with hutch, $100. Have pictures. 713-418-4821. 2007 Whirlpool Gold Refrigerator, excellent condition, $300. Email ldpurple@ymail for info and pictures. Holland grill, excellent condition, paid $650, will take $325. 281-3954316. Orion charcoal cooker, excellent condition. Paid $159, will take $79.50. 281-395-4316. Size 6 BCBG MAXAZRIA yellow Prom Gown, $100; size 10 David’s Bridal wedding gown, never worn, includes veil, petticoat and gloves, $600. Phone 281-944-9041. Pool Table for Sale: 7’ Olhausen, mint condition. Recently upgraded to top of line green felt and balls, $1,200. 281-856-8534. 3 piece wooden bedroom set, 2 chest of drawers and corner desk unit. Medium dark finish, $175. 281-856-8534. Computer desk with hutch, light wood finish, 57”L x 24”D x 28”H, $50. 281-856-8534. Dining room suite, early American, Tell City, finish Andover #48, includes: table, TC 8156; 4 chairs TC 8032 and Singer china hutch, $700. (Same on ebay for over $1,500.) 281-463-7938 or dee-doug@ sbcglobal.net for pics.
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China cabinet, beautiful, mint condition, solid wood from South America, traditional, cherry, lighted inside, glass cabinets with drawers. Must see, $500. 713-805-4039. Curio cabinet, mint condition, glass front and sides, mirrored back, dark wood, traditional, 6’ H X 2.5’ W, lighted inside, intricate carving, must see, $500. Call 713-805-4039. Executive desk, Helikon brand, medium cherry wood, 70” X 35” front, 45” X 22” return, 29” height. Excellent condition, $9,500. Call 281855-1531 or email jkluttz@earthlink.net. Can email picture. 2 Prom/Quinceanera dresses by Flirt, size 4 - 8. Immaculate - paid $600 each, selling for $100. Hot pink crystalled top with Cinderellatype bottom and olive green crystalled top with Belle-type bottom. Call for pictures. 713-816-6777. Wedgewood China, 12 5-piece place settings, plus serving pieces, $895. 281-395-3664. Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, latpull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405. Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail. com.
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MOVING/GARAGE SALES Premove and Downsizing: Several large framed pictures, $25 each. Service for 12, Noritake Ontario pattern, $250. Gold stainless flatware for 12, $30. Crystal serving bowls and platters, $25 ea. Fish bath decor, $25. E-mail: sdpeters@sbcglobal.net for pictures. Collectors antiques sale. Furniture, ceramics, textiles, art and smallscountry to formal. Friday, April 19th, 9 AM - 5 PM. Saturday, April 20th, 9 AM - 5 PM. Sunday, April 21st, 10 AM - 4 PM. 19807 Partridge Run Dr., Houston, TX 77094. 281-782-0958.
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2003 Toyota Camry. 4 Cyl, automatic, all power and air. $5,600. 281682-7868. 1985, 18 ½ foot Sea Ray. 165 Mercruiser, $3,000. Comes with accessories. 832-655-4746. 2009 Saturn Vue XE - 4 Door, white, FWD, 2.4 Liter, 2 Wheel Drive, 45K miles, clean car fax. One owner, excellent condition, $12,000. Call 281-463-1175
Cleaning service seeks experienced part-time person with transportation. Katy area, flexible hours, must be bondable w/ background check. Company observes high cleaning standard, so detail-oriented cleaner is preferred. $10/hr. 281-639-6654. Plumbers or Apprentices for repair and a Receptionist needed. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239. Now accepting applications for receptionist and/or office assistance for a local office in Katy. Must be bilingual in English & Spanish (read, write & speak). Full time position 9-5 with one hour lunch; Weekends off and national holidays off. Must have some general office experience, be a self-motivated individual with computer experience, answer phones, take messages, schedule appointments, filing, Duties will include multiple task and working well with others. Wages are based upon experience. Please submit all resumes to: mre@mantarayenterprises. com, attention Colleen. Sales persons wanted to sell Replacement Windows and Window coverings. Ownership opportunity available. Call Replacement Windows of Katy at 281-392-5353.
HELP WANTED - CARE
Enjoy Golf and the outdoors? Hole in One Challenge, a national par 3 company, is seeking sales representatives to promote a par 3 contest on local golf courses. A portion of all sales will help support programs offered to young people through The First Tee. Work a 5 hour shift - approximately 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (weekends with occasional weekdays). $10 per hour plus commission after reaching minimum sales goal. Daily pay. Positions are available immediately. Must be able to pass drug test. Please contact Larry Wilkerson 281-758-4282. Visit www.holeinonechallenge.com.
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WANTED Wanted: Rolex watches for collector. 281-414-3597.
Caregiver(s). All shifts. Assist residents with their daily activities and personal care. Excellent communication and nurturing heart required. Resumes to anewkirk@tuscanylivingvillas.com or 281-395-3496, Ref: CGALLKT
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motivated Real Estate Agents who’s core values that are aligned with that of the Broker’s. You are not expected to have the exact know-how when you start. But open minded and willing to learn from a TREC-MCE Instructor with over 28 years experience on leasing and working with property management with single family homes & condos. MRE, Inc. will guide you on the proper forms to use. Broker will provide a oneon-one support to any Real Estate Agent willing and wanting to learn more. MRE, Inc. will assist you to better serve your clients/customers/ investors with sales, leases and property management. MRE, Inc. has been recognized and involved with Katy ISD, Community Education for more than 23 years at Taylor High School in Katy. MRE, Inc. offers incentive packages along with additional Real Estate knowledge. For more information and to get started on your new career today; please contact the Broker, “Tisha” Matticks, at mre@mantarayenterprises. com. Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com. Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095. Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com. Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com.
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HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE Woodlands of College Station Condo: 2 bedroom/ 2 bath, excellent condition, 5 minutes from Campus, appliances. Call 281-395-2176.
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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES
Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-463-4717. Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427. Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
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