Terra Nova - January 2014 by Peel, Inc.

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TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

CATN HOA MEETING REPORT

October Regular HOA Meeting: The HOA meeting, originally scheduled for October 8, 2013, was cancelled since no official business could be conducted due to the lack of a quorum of board members. The meeting was rescheduled for and held on October 22, 2013. During the meeting a Nominating Committee, composed of one Board member, Mark Whitten, and two residents, Joanne Cash and Sam Orta, was established to take nominations for five open board positions, 1st, 2nd and 4th Vice Presidents and Secretary and Treasurer. November 4th was set as the deadline for nominations. The Board also approved the 2014 HOA assessment fee in the amount of $603. November Regular HOA Meeting: The regular HOA meeting for the month of November was held on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. The primary focus of this meeting revolved around matters of security. Deputy Sam Orta reported that during the month of October there were seven incidents, which occurred throughout the neighborhood over the three-day period from October 24 – 26, involving criminal mischief and burglaries of motor vehicles. Deputy Orta recommended that residents remove all personal belongings and lock all doors when exiting their cars. Copyright © 2014 Peel, Inc.

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December Quarterly HOA Meeting: An Annual Membership Meeting was held December 5, 2013 to elect nominated candidates to the HOA Board of Directors. The nominees were as follows: 1st Vice President: Melanie E. Breed, 2nd Vice President: Deborah A. Cariss and Nick Longtin, 4th Vice President: Anne Birkhead, L. “Gio” Giovanangelo, and Daniela Montes (incumbent), Secretary: Joan Moreno (incumbent), Treasurer: Robbie Milford and Bill Newman. President Whitten was encouraged by the number of candidates and thanked them all for volunteering to serve the community. Following a vote, ballots were tallied and election results were announced. The CATN 2014 HOA Board of Directors will be as follows: Samantha Heaton, President Melanie E. Breed, 1st Vice President Deborah A. Cariss, 2nd Vice President Trey Marrs, 3rd Vice President Gio” Giovanangelo, 4th Vice President Joan Moreno, Secretary Bill Newman, Treasurer Disclaimer: The report given above is NOT a record of minutes for the CATN meetings. The official minutes can be obtained from Andy Armstrong (aarmstrong@communityassetmanagement.com) once they have been approved by the Board of Directors. The next regular monthly meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 7:30p.m. All residents are encouraged to attend.

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Samantha Heaton.......................................................President ...........................................................samheaton@comcast.net Melanie Breed................................................1st Vice President ..................................................................meeb@sbcglobal.net Debra Cariss.................................................2nd Vice President .........................................................mutts.cariss@sbcglobal.net Trey Marrs.....................................................3rd Vice President ...............................................................wimarrs@hotmail.com L. “Gio” Giovanangelo..................................4th Vice President ...............................................................giovannangelo@att.net Bill Newman...............................................................Treasurer ...........................................................................281-251-8976 Joan Moreno...............................................................Secretary ..............................................................dunmor63@gmail.com WELCOMING COMMITTEE

Melanie Breed.....................281.320.8353,meeb@sbcglobal.net Debra Cariss.............832.559.1990, mutts.cariss@sbcglobal.net Joann Cash.....................281.251.3427, bncash65@yahoo.com NEIGHBORHOOD NUMBERS

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Bulletin Board 2014 Waste Management Trash Pick-up Schedule Waste Management’s (WM) curbside garbage service days are Mondays and Thursdays. Curbside garbage includes items such as household garbage, grass clippings, leaves, branches and tree trimmings. Bulk trash items, such as furniture and appliances, are collected on Thursdays (holidays excluded). Recycling is also picked up on Thursdays. There will be no pick-up service of any type on the Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 27, 2014 and Christmas Thursday, December 25, 2014, holidays. New Terra Nova Phone Directory The Terra Nova phone directory is in the process of being updated. This directory is only for TN residents and will not distributed outside of the subdivision. Please send your name, telephone number and street address to Debby Cariss by email to mutts.cariss@gmail.com, or by phone at 832-559-1990. If you wish, your email address and cell number can be also included in the directory. Terra Nova Welcome Committee The TN Welcome Committee works very hard to greet every new neighbor and could really use your help. If you notice someone new moving in on your street, please contact us. We have a care package, containing important documents and gift, to welcome each new neighbor into the community. Our contact information is as follows: Joann Cash 281-251-3427 bncash65@yahoo.com Melanie Breed 281-320-8353 meeb@sbcglobal.net Debby Cariss 832-559-1990 mutts.cariss@gmail.com

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December YOM winners are long time residents, Terry and Judy Brown, of 5222 Brownlee Lane. This yard and home always looks great. The lantana, plumbago, snap dragons, roses and azaleas give their yard color during late fall. The variegated euonymus hedge also adds color to the winter greens. Check out their pomegranate tree when walking or driving by this yard. Thank you Terry and Judy for maintaining such a lovely yard.

On November 5, 2013, Texans are asked to consider and vote on nine proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. Of particular note is Proposition 6, which will appear on the ballot as follows: Proposition 6 (SJR 1) The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas and the State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas to assist in the financing of priority projects in the state water plan to ensure the availability of adequate water resources. Explanation: This amendment is a package of water legislation to set up a revolving loan program available to local governmental entities such as municipalities that are sponsoring local water improvement projects. If passed, the amendment will provide a one-time investment of approximately two-billion dollars, which will be withdrawn from the Texas Economic Stabilization Fund (ESF), also known as the Rainy Day Fund, to capitalize the loan program. Argument for (Yes vote): Supporters of Prop 6, which include groups such as H2O4TEXAS, Water Texas and The Nature

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KISD News Briefs Winter Holidays Closures KISD schools will be closed for winter holidays from December 23, 2013 – January 6, 2014 Superintendent Outlines Needs for New Schools KISD Superintendent, Dr. Jim Cain, along with the executive team, recently reviewed a demographic study provided by the firm Population and Survey Analysts, and outlined his plans for a long-range capital plan in anticipation of a bond referendum in 2015. A facility needs assessment, including a prioritized timeline and costs, will be conducted by an outside engineering firm early in the spring semester. Following the assessment, curriculum personnel will meet to review TEA and KISD construction standards and offer input on incorporating instructional standards for future classroom configuration. During the latter part of the spring semester, the district will host two Futures Conferences, to inform and discuss the proposal with the community. In the fall semester of the 2014-15 school-year, a bond steering committee will study all material and data, prioritize the district needs and lay out a plan for a 2015 bond referendum. Superintendent Cain anticipates that a 2015 bond plan could include one elementary, one intermediate and partial funding for High School #5. Funding for technology, safety and security, buses, campus repairs and renovations and future school sites will also likely be needed. KISD School Board Election Results Paul Lanham and Rick Mann were 4

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elected to Positions 6 and 7, respectively, on the KISD Board of Trustees during the election held on Tues. Nov. 5, 2013. The Trustees-elect were sworn in during the KISD Board meeting, held on Nov. 14, 2013. Trustee Lanham, was first elected to the board in 2010. This is Lanham's second term in office. Trustee Mann, has served as on the board for more than 21 years. This is Mann's eighth term in office. With this term, Mann is now the longest tenured trustee in the history of the KISD Board of Trustees. Klein ISD Student Athletes Ink Scholarships with Colleges KISD once again had student-athletes from all four high schools participate in the fall early signing period. In all, 17 students signed NCAA national letters of intent (NLI) on Nov. 13, 2013. Klein Collins had three students commit to universities including Jake Jarvis (baseball, Texas A&M University), Sabrina Reyes (softball, Lamar University) and Brooke Garcia (volleyball, Harding University) Strack Students Earn All-Region Orchestra Nine Strack Intermediate orchestra students were recently accepted into the Texas Music Educators Association ( T M E A ) A l l - Re g i o n Orc h e s t r a . Congratulations to the following Strack students: violinist Clare Noel (eighth grade), violist Alisson Prewitt (eighth grade), cellists Kaili Mora-Duarte (eighth grade) and Lauren Carag (eighth grade), bassist Juliet Quezada (eighth grade), harpist Kaitlyn Swaim (eighth grade), violinists Michelle Chen (seventh grade) and Bradley Ung (seventh grade), and bassist Sophia Sagar (sixth grade).

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WATER TIP Turn off the faucet. This may sound simple, but gallons of water are wasted while people wash dishes, clean vegetables, brush their teeth and shave. When you rinse off vegetables and fruits, plug up the sink instead of using running water. Plug up the sink when washing dishes by hand, as well. When finished, turn on the garbage disposal while draining the sink. Water and Water Conservation Quiz (Answers on Page 6) 1. How much of the Earth’s water is fresh water? a. 2% b. 5% c. 7% d. 10% 2. To conserve water for drinking we should a. Store it in the refrigerator rather than running water for each glass b. Use a containerized machine c. Store single serve bottles of water in a cool area until needed d. Use the water feature on the refrigerator each time 3. Of all the Earth’s water, what percent is found in oceans and seas? a. 25% b. 86% c. 43% d. 97% Copyright © 2014 Peel, Inc.

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AT THE LIBRARY Barbara Bush Library Book Clubs – January Meetings Teen Book Club On January 9, from 6:00 – 7:00 PM, the Teen Book Club will meet in the Robin Bush Children's Activity Room to discuss “Mindblind” by Jennifer Roy. Attendees must be between the grades of 6 and 12 and should register for the meeting by January 7, 2014. To register, please complete the form online (see URL given below), or contact Barbara Bush Library at 281-376-4610 (ask for Rebecca).

Afternoon Book Discussion Group The Afternoon Book Club will meet on two dates in January to discuss “The Language of Flowers: A Novel” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. The first meeting will be held on January 23 from 1:30 – 3:30 PM, in the Earl Elliot Room (Foyer). A second meeting will be held on January 24 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the Women's Council of Realtors Conference Room (2nd Floor).

Evening Book Club On January 14, from 7:00 – 8:45 PM the Evening Book Club will discuss “Little Wolves: A Novel” by Thomas Maltman. The club will meet in the Women's Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor).

Detailed calendar with many other library events and programs at https://host4.evanced.info/harris/evanced/eventcalendar.asp Susan Tsujimoto, Editor

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Good Neighbors Can Be Great for Stress Levels Do you live in a neighborhood where you feel safe and connected to others, or do you feel overcrowded, threatened, and otherwise unsafe in your surroundings? This, and other aspects of neighborhood life, can impact both your level of happiness and stress. Socializing: With our busy schedules, we don’t always see friends as often as we’d like. For a bit of socializing that takes only minutes out of your day, it’s nice to stop and chat with people for a few minutes on your way out to your car. And the more people you have available for shared social support, the better, generally speaking. Pooled Resources: I know people in some more-friendly neighborhoods who share dinners, minimizing the effort it takes to cook. Others trade fruit from their trees. A neighbor who borrows a few eggs may come back with a plate of cookies that the eggs helped create. Knowing your neighbors increases everyone’s ability to share. Security: Knowing the people around you can bring a sense of security. If you need something--whether it’s a cup of sugar when you’re baking cookies, or someone to call the police if they see someone lurking ourside your home--it’s nice to know you can depend on those around you and they can depend on you. Home Pride: Knowing the people who live around you provides a strengthened sense of pride in your home and neighborhood. Coming home just feels nicer. While you may not be able to change the neighborhood in which you live, you can change the experience you have in your own neighborhood by getting more involved with those around you and taking pride in the area in which you live. The following are some ideas and resources that can help you to feel more at home in your neighborhood: Get Out More: If you live in a generally safe area, I highly recommend taking a morning or evening walk. It’s a great stress reliever that also allows you to get to know many of your neighbors, get an understanding of who lives where, and feel more at home in your surroundings. Smile: It’s simple enough, but if you’re not in the habit of smiling and giving a friendly hello to the people you encounter in your neighborhood, it’s a good habit to start. While not everyone will return the friendliness immediately, it’s a quick way to get to know people and build relationships, even if you’ve lived close for years and haven’t really said much to one another. Talk To Your Elders: The more veteran members of the neighborhood often have the inside scoop on the neighborhood. You may be surprised at how much you can learn if you stop to take the time to talk to the sweet old lady at the end of the block. 6

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The Recipe Box Susan Tsujimoto, Editor During the cold days of winter, nothing warms you up inside quite like a hot bowl of chili does. Here’s a quick chili recipe for those cold evenings when you need some comfort food, and you need it FAST.

Campbell’s Soup Chili

1 lb hamburger 1 medium onion 1 med green pepper ½ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp black pepper 1-1/2 T chili powder ¼ tsp cayenne (optional, if you like it spicy) 2-14 oz. cans red kidney beans bean, drained and rinsed 2- 10.75 oz cans Campbell’s condensed tomato soup ½ c water, to rinse soup cans Cheddar cheese, shredded for topping 1. Heat a nonstick skillet. 2. Cook hamburger on medium heat about 5-6 minutes. Beef should be slightly browned and most of the fat should be released. Drain some of the fat off with a spoon. 3. Add onions green pepper and spices. Cook another 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent and spices are fragrant. 4. Add beans, tomato soup and rinse water from soup cans. Add more water if needed to bring to desired consistency. Bring to boil and reduce to simmer. Simmer 25-30 minutes. 5. Ladle into bowls, top with cheese and serve with cornbread.

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