February - Braeswood Place Homeowners Association

Sentinel
President’s Message
February 2015
by James P. Baker
Braeswood Place
Homeowners Association
A Deed-Restricted
Community
4010 Blue Bonnet
Suite 112
Houston, TX 77025
713-666-7248
BPHA@sbcglobal.net
Have you paid your
Annual membership dues?
Pay online at:
www.braeswoodplace.org
Of Interest:
As I mentioned last month, the BPHA deed restrictions for the Braes Heights sections of
our neighborhood are up for renewal. Braes Heights sections are located between Stella
Link and Sewanee and Gramercy to the 3600 block of Glen Arbor. I cannot overemphasize the importance of renewing these deed restrictions before they lapse this summer.
BPHA will be organizing teams to accomplish getting the notarized signatures of each
homeowner in Braes Heights. It will be a group effort requiring everyone’s attention and
commitment. Please be proactive in helping all of this come together seamlessly to preserve our community.
I could not be more impressed with the grassroots effort of the Gramercy neighbors coming together to make their voices heard with regard to the development of Southside Place
and City of Houston land (COH land is subject to BPHA deed restrictions) at the site of
the former Shell facility. If any other BPHA residents would like to lend a hand in this effort, please contact your Area representative listed on the back of the Sentinel for information.
Project Brays Update – The Braes Bayou expansion project continues to roll forward, alleviating constraints in the
pg. 4
area flood control system. For further information, please see Billy Pilgrim’s update on
Page 4.
Precinct One Bicycle
Similarly, the Bellaire Boulevard overlay pavement project continues with expected comRodeo Event – pg 5
pletion in March. Please exhibit extreme caution when driving on these uneven and sometimes unmarked stretches of Bellaire during this construction period.
Index:
On another note, construction of a 90+ unit four-story Senior Living facility adjacent to
President’s Message1
Bethany United Methodist church is in the planning stages. Neighbors in areas 8 and 9
Calendar/Reminders2
may call Sarah Boehm at 713-667-2870 to get more information.
Security
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Membership
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Braes Bayou Assoc 4
Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen is hosting a Bicycle Safety Rodeo on
BPMOYC
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February 28 at 9 am at Mark Twain. Please see Page 5 to reserve a spot!
Bicycle Rodeo
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Longfellow Elem 5
Finally, let’s continue to ensure this a safe year in our neighborhood. Please be vigilant
Twain Elem
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about securing your houses, cars and valuables. Have the Constable’s number proPershing MS
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grammed in your phone if you are a dues paying member and be sure to report any suspiPreserving Trees 7
cious activity.
Garden Club
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Yard of the Month 8
RESERVE THE DATE!
Directors Map
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Contact Info
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BPHA General Membership Meeting
Pershing Middle School
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BPHA BOARD MEETING
Thursday, February 12, 2015 - 7 pm
BPHA CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February and March
Thurs Feb 5
Tues Feb 10
Thurs Feb 12
Sun Feb 15
Mon Feb 16
Mon Feb 16
Mon Feb 16
Tues Feb 17
Thurs Feb 19
Thurs Feb 19
Sun Feb 22
Tues Feb 24
Thurs Mar 5
Tues Mar 10
Thurs Mar 12
Mon Mar 16
Mon Mar 16
Mon Mar 16
Tues Mar 17
Thurs Mar 19
Thurs Mar 19
Tues Mar 24
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church,
Recycle South of BB
Recycle North of BB
BPHA Board Meeting
Deed Restriction Renewal Signing
1-4 pm, BPHA Office
JUNK Heavy Trash South of BB and east of
Bevlyn
Sentinel Deadline for March
BBA mtg, 7:30pm, Gathering Place, 5210 S.
Willow
JUNK Heavy Trash North of BB, S
Braeswood west of Bevlyn
BSN mtg, 6:30 pm, Linkwood Comm
Center, 3699 Norris
Recycle South of BB
Deed Restriction Renewal Signing
1-4 pm, BPHA Office
Recycle North of BB
6800 Buffalo Speedway, Jamail Family Center
Residents are welcome to attend and observe Board
meetings. We designate the first 15 minutes of BPHA
Board meetings for “Open Feedback” by BPHA members
who register in advance to speak. To register, members must
call the BPHA Office, 713-666-7248, by 2 pm, Wednesday,
February 11. The 15 minutes will be divided equally among
the registered speakers with 5-minute maximum time for
each.
BUILDER’S PLEDGE OF MAINTENANCE
Each month, Builders agree to participate in BPHA’s
Construction Guidelines and Pledge of Maintenance
while constructing and remodeling homes in our area.
By signing the pledge, these companies agree to
follow a number of guidelines that make their
construction site more “neighbor friendly”. We
appreciate the builders’ commitment to our
neighborhood!
Recycle South of BB
Recycle North of BB
BPHA Board Meeting
Sentinel Deadline for April
TREE Heavy Trash South of BB east of
Bevlyn
BBA mtg, 7:30pm, Gathering Place, 5210 S.
Willow
TREE Heavy Trash North of BB, S.
Braeswood west of Bevlyn
Recycle South of BB
BSN mtg, 6:30 pm, Linkwood Comm
Center, 3699 Norris
Recycle North of BB
3630 Tartan – Amana Group
3522 Merrick – Donoho Construction
3727 Turnberry – Robert Covington Homes
3831 Tartan – Gary Miller Construction
4063 Aberdeen – Cason Graye Homes
3734 Maroneal – Aberdeen Building Group
4003 Tartan – David Weekley Homes
BB-Brays Bayou; BW-Braeswood; BBA-Braes Bayou Assoc;
BSN-Braeswood Super Neighborhood; KYP-Karl Young
Park; SL-Stella Link; SVDP-St. Vincent de Paul
Before
beginning
new
construction,
remodeling, or adding a room, driveway, or
garage, you must submit three sets of plans
for BPHA deed restriction review. There is a
$200 fee for renovation plan review and a
$500 fee for new construction plan review.
LOST OR FOUND A PET?
Contact the Braeswood Place Pet Rescue
Group!
www.braeswoodpets.com
Tim Hebert – timh@friendsofbarc.org
713-446-0574 or 713-668-1273
“Finding homes for homeless animals and
pets for petless homes”
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service, check references and recommendations from independent sources.
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Constable Patrol
Statistics for December 2014
Accidents
Alarm Responses
Animal Assist
Burglary of Habitation
Burglary of Vehicle
Checks of Residences
Checks of Buildings/Schools
Checks of Parks, Parking Lots
Disturbances/Loud Noise
Follow up
Medical Emergency
Found Property
Illegal Dumping
Information Calls
Investigations of Suspicious
Persons, Cars
Open door/window response
Solicitors
Stranded Motorists Assists
Theft
Traffic
Monitoring (arrests,
citations,
hazards,
stops,
warnings, removals)
Vacation Watches
Warrant Service
Miles Patrolled
SECURITY UPDATE
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by Janet Maxian
Traffic monitoring: Motorist stopped on Stella Link on a recent
weekday morning for expired inspection sticker. The deputy ran
the driver license which revealed that this 48 year old male had a
criminal record dating back to age 18. He has been in and out of
jail and prison for offenses, such as theft, burglaries, possession of
drugs. At the time of this traffic stop, he had outstanding warrants
for theft. He was arrested.
Burglary of numerous garages – unlocked and items stolen from
unlocked cars parked inside
Burglary of Motor Vehicles – all were unlocked;
Burglary of habitation – The burglars entered through the back
door and exited through the front door. Jewelry seemed to be the
target of the burglary. Alarm system was activated by the break-in
and probably cut short their time. WARNING! The deputies
advise that some criminals are now entering homes through the
bathroom window which usually does not have a sensor.
The deputies advise us to:
*Continue calling the police for anyone or anything that arouses
our suspicion.
*Lock all vehicles, gates, exterior doors to our homes and garages.
The deputies feel that the thieves will keep returning to our
neighborhood as long as we make stealing from us easy.
*Keep home alarm systems activated when we are at home and
when we are away. They recommend sensors for glass breakage
be present on all windows including bathroom windows.
*Always be aware of our surroundings. They caution us to refrain
from any activity that would make this difficult, such as the use of
our cell phones.
BPHA MEMBERSHIP UPDATES
Thank you to our newest members who have gone over and above!
SUSTAINERS
Richard Hightower
Richard Scamell
Matt & Kristin Barker
SUPPORTERS
William Laing
Kevin Schroeder
John & Connie Wallace
Doug & Kristin Natelson
Rob Lee & Claudia Christin
Roc & Lindsley McClean
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BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION
by Billy Pilgrim
Project Brays: At the January meeting of the Brays Bayou Association, I talked to Gary Zika, Project Brays
Program Manager, with regard to the widening of the Brays Bayou channel through Braeswood Place. He said
that originally the plan was to widen the channel from Bertner Street in the Texas Medical Center to Buffalo
Speedway. The plan now is to extend the widening a distance of 2200 feet west of Buffalo Speedway to the
outfall on the south bank at the foot (north end) of Bevlyn Street. The Bevlyn outfall is a natural break point
and is a good location to end of this phase of the project. Gary estimated start of construction will begin in
about a year and will then take a year to complete. There are some obstacles to overcome, particularly with regard to loss of a number of trees due to widening the top of the bank by 25 feet. There are several "memorial"
trees that will have to be dealt with as well as the small park on the north bank east of the West University
waste treatment facility at Kirby. However, HCFCD will utilize its tree program following this phase of the
project and replace any trees lost during construction. Bridge replacement is not part of this phase of the project.
BRAESWOOD PLACE MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN
byKristin Hamilton
I am thrilled to begin my new term as President of this amazing group of moms! I have met so many wonderful
moms and look forward to meeting many more! We started this year with great events! Pedicures and Pinot was
a huge success and a great time was had by all! Thank you to Jody Martin for organizing! Thank you to
Elizabeth Escobedo for organizing and hosting the How to Lose Weight Without Dieting event! We are busy
working to plan so many fun events for moms, kids and couples! Remember to renew your membership so you
don’t miss out! If you are interested in joining, contact Jody Martin at jodymartin1@hotmail.com.
SPONSORS
We are looking for sponsors to help us with some of our larger kid events. Sponsors are welcome to place
promotional signs at the event and will be mentioned in the Sentinel.
Please contact me at
kchamilton44@yahoo.com if you would like to sponsor an event.
UPCOMING EVENTS
-Kids Event at Mad Potter
-Spring Couples Event at Rodeo Houston
-Lunch at Mia’s Table
STORK REPORT
Jean and Scott Crosby welcomed twins Sean Connor and Keegan Alexander on January 15! Big brother
Roman is so excited!
Erin and Richard Meisel welcomed Feliks Henry Meisel on October 18. Canine siblings Bertie and Jeeves
are in love!
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Harris County Precinct One
Constable Alan Rosen
Bicycle Rodeo
Bike Safety Inspection and Skills Course
Non-competitive fun for bicyclists ages 5 to 12
Saturday, February 28th 9:00 a.m.
Mark Twain Elementary
7500 Braes Blvd, Houston, TX 77025
To register your child, please contact
Deputy Mathews:
Tracie.Mathews-Segura@cn1.hctx.net or (713) 755-7677
Bring the following:
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Bike

Helmet
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Parent
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Please wear tennis shoes, jeans or shorts
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Must know how to ride a bicycle
Activities will include:
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Bike Safety Check

Helmet fitting
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Bike Skills Course
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Goodie Bags

Hot Dogs/Snacks
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
by Jessica Evans
Congrats to our Longfellow Elementary Spelling Bee Winners! 1st place: Stephen Schrock, 4th Grade; 2nd
Place: Ian Crafton, 5th Grade; 3rd Place: Ethan Salters, 4th Grade. The winner will go on to compete at the
district level later this year. Fifth grade students went to camp for three days in January immersing themselves
in team building, nature and science. Our Fine Arts Magnet program is school-wide (all students participate)
and includes Band, Orchestra, Art, Dance and Music.
Upcoming Fine Arts Events listed below:
February 4-Dance students see "Framing Dance" at the Hobby Center
February 7-Dancers will compete at the MA Regional Dance Competition
February 13-Magnet performers will give back to the community by performing at Quentin Mease Hospital
February 23-Music/Choir will attend a clinician workshop and concert
February 24-Music/Choir will perform at St. Luke's Presbyterian Church
March 7- Solo and Ensemble for Orchestra and Band held at Parker Elementary
Art students have submitted their pieces for the rodeo competition.
Other Longfellow Events:
February 17--Longfellow Math and Literacy Parent Day
March 11, 9-11 am - Leadership Day-$25 Registration Fee. This is a great opportunity to learn more about The
Leader in Me Program and how to implement it. Registration information will be up soon on the Longfellow
Home Page.
MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
by Nicole Shah
Join Mark Twain supporters for a “rockin” evening of “Twain in the Fast Lane”, a dinner and auction benefiting
the students of Mark Twain. The event starts at 7:30 pm on February 13 at Audi Central Houston. To purchase
tickets, visit www.marktwainpto.org.
Additionally, please mark your calendar for the 2015 Mark Twain Kindergarten Round-up.
Friday, March 6, 2015, 9Aam, Mark Twain Elementary Cafeteria
All ZONED families with incoming Kindergartners are welcome and encouraged to attend the 2015 Mark
Twain Kindergarten Round-Up.
 Check in begins at 8:30 am and the program begins at 9 am.
 Children will have the opportunity to visit a Kindergarten classroom and become familiar with the
school.
 Parents will receive an overview of the Kindergarten year at Mark Twain Elementary.
 Parents will submit an Intent to Enroll form and schedule a registration appointment. Registration will
be in April.
Please let us know if you plan to attend by emailing Rachel Ezell at rpezell13@gmail.com. PLEASE make
every effort to attend. We want zoned families to secure their spots as early as possible. If you cannot attend,
please come to the school office to submit an Intent to Enroll form. If you have any questions, please contact
Denise Rodriguez at drodrigu@houstonisd.org or call our office at 713-295-5230.
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PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
by Kate Perez
Principal Kim Heckman recently announced some strategic moves to improve academics. In the 2015-2016
school year, there will be more double blocking of certain classes, an increase in core classes and a corresponding decrease in elective offerings. You can stay up to date with what is going on at Pershing on the school and
PTO websites: http://www.houstonisd.org/pershing and http://pershingpto.org/
In other news, the PTO is now ramping up its planning on end-of-the year activities for our soon-to-be graduating 8th Graders. Hats off to moms Jennifer Enos, Jennifer Johnson and Dawn Koenig for spearheading activities. Thanks to Nancy Onken, Ivy Diaz and all of their volunteers for heading up Pershing's Bingo Night in
January. It was another great success!
And, thanks to Gretchen Mazziotti for her work on fundraising with our Corporate Partners. We appreciate
your support of our school:
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Bronze: Cammarata Pediatric Dentistry and Roger Martin Properties.
In-Kind: Rx Catering and Guigliani's
PRESERVE OUR BEAUTIFUL TREES
If you have a large tree on your property that is located within ten feet (10’) of the curb, more than likely this
tree is protected by the City of Houston and CANNOT be cut down. Another way of saying it -- the first 10’ of
your lot, starting at the street and measuring back toward your home, is in the City of Houston easement or
right-of-way. If an existing, large tree lives within this 10’ frontage of your property, IT IS PROTECTED. If
the tree is cut down without City approval, someone WILL BE fined – either the homeowner or the builder, if
spec.
An almost 36” diameter tree was cut down last year in the Braes Heights section of our neighborhood. How
many years did it take for this tree to grow – maybe 50+? A call was made to the builder who said a permit had
been obtained from the City of Houston for removing the tree. In fact, no permit had been obtained. Thanks to
one of our City Council Members, a City arborist was contacted, came to assess the situation, and is following
through on mitigation issues. The builder and/or owner will have to pay the fine, which can run into the thousands of dollars.
BPHA Homeowners – current and future – who plan to build a new home or widen a driveway, etc.: you must
make yourself knowledgeable about the City of Houston tree ordinance. Your architect/builder should also
know the stipulation about cutting down trees. Check the City of Houston website, http://www.houstontx.gov/,
or call 311 to find out the issues – protected tree size, fines, etc..
It is the homeowner’s or builder’s responsibility to know the issues about protected trees in our neighborhood.
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BPHA GARDEN CLUB
by Janet Maxian
The date and time of the February gathering of the Braeswood Place Garden Club has been set for February 7 at
10 am at the home of Kathy Knippa, 3711 Gramercy. After the business meeting, Bobby Hatfield of Hatfield
Landscapes will conduct a hands-on demonstration of pruning roses! Members are asked to bring their pruners.
If you have questions, please call Kathy at 713-661-9939 or Janet at 713-668-4645.
GARDEN OF THE MONTH
by Jackie Addington
Yard of the month for February is located at 4115 Falkirk, home of Audrey and Manley Mandel. Long-time
residents of Braeswood Place, the homeowners planted the beautiful live oak in the front yard in 1963. It was
8" in diameter when planted and today it provides a canopy for much of the yard. Nandina, loaded with berries,
azaleas, and a boxwood hedge frame the front of the house. A very large bed of liriope under the tree provides a
lush ground cover for almost half the yard. The homeowner also propagates and grows many varieties of coleus
in his green house. Watch the garden club news for the date when Mr. Manley will come to speak about
growing coleus.
Home of Audrey and Manley Mandel
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Currently Available for Sale
Original, Older Homes
Available on 1/1/15
Average asking price
Highest asking price
Lowest asking price
Pending sales first day of quarter
Original, Older Homes
4
$635,500
$699,000
$595,000
4
New/Recent Construction
Available on 1/1/15
Average asking price
Highest asking price
Lowest asking price
Pending sales first day of quarter
Sold in Fourth Quarter 2014
Sold in Fourth Quarter 2014
Average asking price
Highest asking price
Lowest asking price
Average days on market
15
$555,660
$750,000
$330,000
33
New/Recent Construction
9
$1,375,321
$1,750,000
$829,000
6
Sold in Fourth Quarter 2014
Average asking price
Highest asking price
Lowest asking price
Average days on market
6
$1,171,916
$1,550,000
$882,500
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9333 Main St. • Houston, Tx 77025
Tim Poulos • Property Manager
BRAESWOOD PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
www.braeswoodplace.org
OFFICERS
President
James Baker
832-309-5830
jpbhome4@gmail.com
V. Pres. East
Jack Stopnicki
713-299-5556
jack@ticket-stop.com
V. Pres. Central
Linda Barcot
832-217-8581
pack_lindas@hotmail.com
V. Pres. West
Carla Brownlee
713-661-2538
girls1900@aol.com
Treasurer
Mary Beshears
832-287-5216
beshears_houston@msn.com
Secretary
Stephen Ostrow
713-661-9346
ksostrow@hotmail.com
DIRECTORS
Director Area # 1
Steve Sheaffer
281-460-5010
steven_sheaffer@yahoo.com
Director Area # 2
Todd Nunnally
713-664-7332
todd@nunnallys.net
Director Area # 3
Drake Terrell
713-557-6000
drake@heritagetexas.com
Director Area # 4
Dennis Barrow
713-659-6400
dennisbarrow@warejackson.com
Director Area # 5
Bob Eby
713-664-6706
bobeby@nol.net
Director Area # 6
Michael Kent
713-398-9444
trapper.kent@live.com
Director Area # 7
Catherine Hanslik
713-898-0992
thehansliks@sbcglobal.net
Director Area # 8
David & Rui Roberts 713-665-6979
ruiroberts7@yahoo.com
Director Area # 9
Jerry McClain
713-203-6934
JCM2000@swbell.net
Director Area # 10
Stephen Liss
713-615-6073
stephen@law-liss.com
Director Area # 11
Roger White
832-373-8798
rlwhite1003@att.net
Director Area # 12
Joanne Eisenberger
281-974-5089
joanneeisenberger@yahoo.com
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Appearance/Street Recon Jack Stopnicki
713-299-5556
jack@ticket-stop.com
Brays Bayou Assoc.
Billy Pilgrim
713-661-6513
laura.pilgrim@att.net
Building Plan Review David Sears
713-627-9690
dsears@wingfield-sears.com
Campus Park
Bill Blackwood
713-668-1535
wcblackwood@gmail.com
Deed Restrictions
Elke Groomer
713-666-0565
elkegroomer@gmail.com
Fogging
Chris Ramas
713-665-6254
cramas4126@sbcglobal.com
Fourth of July Chair
POSITION OPEN-NEED VOLUNTEER!
Garden Club Co-Pres Kathy Jenkins
713-661-9939
kathyzjenkins@gmail.com
Janet Maxian
713-668-4645
jlmaxian@gmail.com
Garden of the Month
Jackie Addington
832-767-5667
jackie.addington@comcast.net
Karl Young Park
Jarret Reeves
281-685-6666
jarret.reeves@lr.org
Membership
Rob Lee
713-840-4762
robleetx@hotmail.com
Moms’ Club
Kristin Hamilton
281-352-0546
kchamilton44@yahoo.com
National Night Out
Kathleen Fenoy
281-501-8586
kathleenfenoy@yahoo.com
Co-Chairs
Nicole Shah
713-839-0595
nicoleallman74@hotmail.com
Recycling
Susie Loredo
713-588-1160
susieloredo@gmail.com
Security
Janet Maxian
713-668-4645
jlmaxian@gmail.com
Sentinel Editor
Alison Bell
713-504-4610
sentinel@braeswoodplace.org
Super Neighborhood
Billy Pilgrim
laura.pilgrim@att.net
Traffic Committee
Nicole Shah
713-839-0595
nicoleallman74@hotmail.com
BPHA OFFICE
Brenda Blackwood
713-666-7248
BPHA@sbcglobal.net
Hours: M, W, F: 10-2 4010 Blue Bonnet, Suite 112, Houston, TX 77025
WELCOME TO BRAESWOOD PLACE!!!
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Recently moved into our neighborhood? We are
happy to deliver a Welcome Brochure to you with
information about our Association and Constable
Patrol Program and an area map with the name of
your Area Director. Contact the BPHA Office at
713-666-7248
or
BPHA@sbcglobal.net
and
provide your name, address and phone number. Be
sure
to
visit
www.braeswoodplace.org.
our
website
at
BRAESWOOD PLACE
It’s a Great Place to Live
MEMBERSHIP IN BPHA
The Homeowners Association of
Braeswood Place collects annual
dues of $75.
Constable Patrol membership is
$285 per year for 24/7 coverage.
New and established residents are
encouraged to contact the BPHA
Office for more information about
becoming a member in the
Homeowners Association and the
Constable Patrol Program.
BPHA@sbcglobal.net
713-666-7248
JOIN ONLINE:
www.braeswoodplace.org
The Sentinel is published monthly by
BPHA, P.O. Box 20486, Houston, TX
77225, for the residents of Ayrshire, Braes
Heights, Braes Oaks, Braes Terrace, Braes
Manor, Emerald Forest, and Southern
Oaks subdivisions. Our Editor is Alison
Bell. The deadline for articles and
advertisements to be included in the
MARCH issue of the Sentinel will be
Monday, February 16. Submit articles,
Good Neighbor stories, compliments,
criticisms, questions or suggestions to:
Sentinel@braeswoodplace.org.
The
Sentinel is typically delivered on the first
weekend of the month. Contact your Area
Director if you do not receive it.
HELPFUL NUMBERS
City of Houston
713-247-1000
Council Rep, Dist C-Ellen Cohen
(Residents North of Bayou)
832-393-3004
Council Rep, Dist K-Larry Green
(Residents South of Bayou)
832-393-3016
County Commiss-El Franco Lee
713-662-3821
Electricity-CenterPoint Energy
713-207-2222
Gas-CenterPoint Energy
713-659-2111
Graffiti Hotline
713-247-1576
Harris County Mosquito Control
713-440-4800
Houston Police-Beechnut
713-314-3900
20
Poison Control Hotline
1-800-764-7661
State Rep-Sarah Davis
713-521-4474
State Sen-Joan Huffman
713-662-3821
Texas Fish/Wildlife (for birds)
713-876-1520
Street Light/Stop Sign Repair
713-207-2222
Stop Sign Repair
713-837-0311
Trash Collection
713-837-0311
U.S. Rep-John Culberson
713-682-8828
U.S. Rep-Ted Poe (e of BS, S of BB)
713-681-8763
Water & Sewer Repair
713-837-0311