Grand Lake Estates - August 2015 by Peel, Inc.

Grand Lake Estates

Volume 1, Issue 2

OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE GRAND LAKE ESTATES POA

August 2015

News and Notes from the Board June Board Meeting Summaries - June 18, 2015/ June 23rd, 2015 • The board reviewed and approved minutes and accepted financials for May 2015 (visit GLE website for recent minutes and financials at www.glepoa.com - Documents - 2015 Minutes and Financials). • The board extensively reviewed Connie Lane drainage plans, bids, quotes and proposals on June 18th. The board discussed several limitations to some proposals, including the LDC gas line and water line buried in the draining areas which are limiting factors impacting cost and delaying the project. Suitable solutions were proposed and costs reviewed to minimize expense and address these limitations. For detailed information about the project please see a summary of the Homeowner Information Meeting of July 14th posted to the website at www.glepoa.com. • The board adopted on June 23rd a work-plan of three phases to be communicated fully at a homeowner informational meeting on Tuesday, July 14th. • Board voted to take out a maintenance contract with All-Gates to have more reliable and preventive gate services and see if this will keep gates working more consistently. Back gate repairs were quoted and Frazier Lawn Services will be asked to reimburse for this repair. • Board selected Spectrum Association Management to be GLE's new management company effective 8/1/2015 after interviewing 6 management companies. • Easement and replatting agreement with Todd Wilkinson to receive 45 foot greenbelt of Reserve 4B in exchange for a 30 foot driveway taken out of Reserve 3A was accepted. Provisions to replat both parcels as residential use were included to allow POA to redeem costs expended in purchasing the land the front gates occupy and to permanently cut off access to Honea Egypt through Construction Entrance on Reserve 4B. Attorney and survey work to complete replat within next 3 months to follow. • Board announced its intent to adopt a resolution in the next month prohibiting ATV/UTV usage on GLE streets. • Election of 2 board vacancies was announced for September annual Copyright © 2015 Peel, Inc.

meeting and the Election Oversight Committee was formed, lead by Lonna Hord. • An update on Park improvements was given, with plans expressed to add fans, fencing, handicap access and bike racks when cost estimates are completed. • Several speakers/guests from the community expressed concerns and issues for the board's consideration in a question and answer session of approximately 35 minutes following agenda completion.

Notes from the Board

2 BOARD POSITIONS OPEN FOR ELECTION: If you want to run for the board at the September Annual Meeting, please read the next article in this newsletter and submit your information no later than 8/28/2015 or be a "write-in" at the meeting. ELECTION OVERSIGHT VOLUNTEERS WANTED: Volunteers are being sought for helping with election activities. If you are interested, please contact Lonna Hord at lonna@glepoa.com FENCING COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS WANTED: If you are interested in serving on a committee to identify and possibly help install fencing to prevent nuisance access into GLE, please contact Ray McCrea at ray@glepoa.com. YARD OF THE MONTH VOLUNTEERS WANTED: If you have an interest in gardening, yard work and an eye for beautiful yards, we have a place for you! The Yard of the Month Committee will meet once a month to drive the community and choose one yard for the award. Guidelines will be provided. It has been rumored that GLE is home to several Master Gardeners who would be welcome additions to this committee! If interested, please contact us at newsletter@glepoa.com NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: GLE owners and residents are encouraged to report all incidents of vandalism or theft to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Dept. District 5 at 936-760-5871 or 5800 and notify a board member as well to meet Sheriff Dept. personnel to file reports. Several board members have agreed to (Continued on Page 2) Grand Lake Estates - August 2015

Grand Lake Estates IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCY NUMBERS EMERGENCY.................................................................911 Fire....................................................................................911 Ambulance........................................................................911 Montgomery County Sheriff............................ 936-760-5800 AREA HOSPITALS Conroe Regional Medical................................. 936-539-1111 Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands................ 281-364-2300 St. Luke’s – The Woodlands.............................. 936-266-2000

(Continued from Cover) be available to take your calls 24/7 and they can be reached at the numbers listed on Important Numbers to file reports and press charges for vandalism or trespass on GLE POA property. LOST/FOUND PETS - If you lose or find a pet in GLE, please send a notice to our webmaster Paula Sharp at webmaster@glepoa. com who will send an email blast to other GLE residents to assist in reuniting pets with their families as soon as possible. Please be diligent to remove all signs placed in the community if your pet is found.

SCHOOLS Montgomery ISD............................................. 936-582-1333 Lone Star Elementary....................................... 936-588-6100 Montgomery Intermediate............................... 936-597-6494 Montgomery Middle School............................ 936-597-7070 Montgomery Junior High................................ 936-582-6400 Montgomery High School................................ 936-597-6401 PUBLIC SERVICES Montgomery Post Office...............................1-800-275-8777 Driver’s License Info......................................... 936-442-2810 Montgomery Central Appraisal........................ 936-756-3354 Montgomery County Registration & Titling.... 936-539-7896 BOARD MEMBERS Thomas Clare..........................................thomas@glepoa.com Ali Eichenberg.................................................. 281-935-2638 ................................................................... ali@glepoa.com Chris Hageman................................................ 713-992-5220 .................................................................. crh@glepoa.com Lonna Hord..................................................... 305-905-0483 .............................................................. lonna@glepoa.com Chris Kisling.................................................... 832-689-4889 ................................................................chris@glepoa.com Ray McCrea..................................................... 281-914-1544 .................................................................. ray@glepoa.com Karen Valdez............................................. karen@glepoa.com MANAGEMENT SERVICE Spectrum Association Mgmt............................ 281-343-9178 GRAND LAKE ESTATES GOLF COURSE Clubhouse........................................................ 936-447-4653 NEWSLETTER PUBLISHER Peel, Inc........................................................... 888-687-6444 Article Submission................... grandlakeestates@peelinc.com Advertising....................................... advertising@peelinc.com 2

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OPEN CALL FOR BOARD VOLUNTEERS Friends and Neighbors, this is an open invitation for all who would like to volunteer to run for the two open board positions becoming available this September. If you are interested, please login to http:// www.glepoa.com, fill out the Candidate Declaration 2015 form listed under “Documents/Elections” and submit it along with a resume at management@glepoa.com by 8/28/2015 in order to ensure your name appears on the pre-printed ballots mailed to all property owners in September. Write-ins are accepted at the meeting. All board members are elected at-large and you will be applying for a two-year term with no specific position intended. The positions of President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer are elected by the board, usually in the first meeting after the election. As Board Member, if elected: • You can expect to spend an average of 20-30 hours per month on board activities, with one regular meeting a month, with additional "working meetings" scheduled as needed. • You can expect to be assigned special projects, as well as acting as a committee liaison as the needs of the community change. • Board members also assume a fiduciary duty to the association,

which means you will have certain legal responsibilities and obligations to the POA. • You will be expected to disclose any potential conflicts of interest (financial, business, professional and/or personal relationship) which might impact your decision-making on behalf of the POA. If you have questions about what it takes to serve on the board or the scope of the duties, please feel free to call or email a current board member, who will be happy to talk with you about the responsibilities involved. Please see "Important Numbers" section for board member contact information.

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Montgomery ISD New Schools As we all know, Montgomery voters approved a $256.75 million bond for Montgomery ISD and most of the bond money will go toward the construction of three new facilities: a high school, a middle school and an elementary school. The proposed locations for the new schools are estimated to be about 8 miles from our neighborhood, Grand Lake Estates. Montgomery ISD will have fewer school transitions and grade realignment throughout the district. The new high school will be built at FM 2854, northwest of Rabon Chapel Road and will house grades 9-12. Renovations will be made to Montgomery Junior High School to serve grades 6-8. Montgomery Intermediate School and Montgomery Middle School both will make improvements to accommodate pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade students. The new middle school (6-8) and new elementary school (PK-5) will be built at Keenan Cutoff Road. Consequently, all elementary schools in the district will add the 5th grade to their campuses. Grade PK -5 6 -8 9- 12

What is Proposed New Elementary School New Middle School New High School

Estimated Completion 08/2017 08/2017 08/2018

The bond will also have great impact on the district by providing funds for renovations, additions, improvements, technology, transportation, safety and security upgrades at all campuses and administrative offices. If you are interested in learning more about the bond, visit the following website www.montgomeryisdbond.org . This website will keep the community informed about the bond construction progress with updated information, design presentations, schedule, and construction pictures. At some point, the district will produce an attendance zone map showing all the schools’ boundaries. To estimate your tax impact of this bond, go to http:// montgomeryisdbond.org/tax-information.html . You will find a box; insert your house value and exemption to calculate your MONTHLY tax increase.

WOMEN’S Book Club

Our first book meeting was a success! If you like to read, come join us! This is an opportunity to read a great book and be able to get to know other ladies in the neighborhood. Our next meeting will be held Thursday, August 27th at 6:30pm. If you have questions, and would like to learn the location please feel free to contact us at newsletter@glepoa.com.

Yard of the Month

August 2015

8865 Brookes Dr. Be part of the Yard of the Month committee! You will look at nominated yards and select the winner for each month. If you are interested in being on this important committee, please email your contact information to webmaster@glepoa.com. 4

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Protecting yourself from HEAT STRESS Heat stress, from exertion or hot environments, places workers at risk for illnesses such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, or heat cramps. Heat Stroke A condition that occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature, and can cause death or permanent disability. Symptoms • High body temperature • Confusion • Loss of coordination • Hot, dry skin or profuse sweating • Throbbing headache • Seizures, coma First Aid • Request immediate medical assistance. • Move the worker to a cool, shaded area. • Remove excess clothing and apply cool water to their body. Heat Exhaustion The body’s response to an excessive loss of water and salt, usually through sweating. Symptoms • Rapid heart beat • Heavy sweating • Extreme weakness or fatigue • Dizziness • Nausea, vomiting • Irritability • Fast, shallow breathing • Slightly elevated body temperature First Aid • Rest in a cool area. • Drink plenty of water or other cool beverages. • Take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath. Heat Cramps Affect workers who sweat a lot during strenuous activity. Sweating depletes the body’s salt and moisture levels. Symptoms • Muscle cramps, pain, or spasms in the abdomen, arms or legs First Aid • Stop all activity, and sit in a cool place. • Drink clear juice or a sports beverage, or drink water with food. • Avoid salt tablets. • Do not return to strenuous work for a few hours after the cramps subside. • Seek medical attention if you have the following: heart problems, are on a low-sodium diet, or if the cramps do not subside within one hour. 6

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Protect Yourself Avoid heavy exertion, extreme heat, sun exposure, and high humidity when possible. When these cannot be avoided, take the following preventative steps: • Monitor your physical condition and that of your coworkers for signs or symptoms of heat illnesses. • Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing such as cotton. • Avoid non-breathable synthetic clothing. • Gradually build up to heavy work. • Schedule heavy work during the coolest parts of day. • Take more breaks when doing heavier work, and in high heat and humidity. • Take breaks in the shade or a cool area. • Drink water frequently. Drink enough water that you never become thirsty. • Be aware that protective clothing or personal protective equipment may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/outdoor/

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