August - Braeswood Place Homeowners Association

Sentinel
President’s Message
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
Next Board Meeting:
Thursday, August 13
7 pm, St. Vincent de
Paul, 6800 Buffalo
Speedway, Jamail
Family Center
Of Special Interest:
National Night Out-pg 7
Sheltering Arms
Workshop-pg 11
Traffic Update-pg 11
Index:
President’s Message1
Calendar/Reminders2
Security
3
4th of July Update 4-5
Membership
6-7
National Night Out 7
McGovern Library 7
BPMOYC
8
Longfellow Elem 8
Twain Elem
9
Pershing MS
9
Garden of Month 10
Sheltering Arms 11
Traffic update
11
Summer pet care 12
Advertisers
12-21
Contact Info
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August 2015
by James P. Baker
We have accomplished the goal of renewing all 13 sections of the Braes Heights deed
restrictions! Thank you to all those who volunteered to make this come together, Notaries
Linda Barcot, Steve Anton, Janet Maxian, Lillian Levine, Michele Gibbons and
Johnelle Moudry. Your service to our neighborhood was invaluable. Many thanks to Area
Directors Catherine Hanslik, Michael Kent, Dennis and Heather Barrow, and Stephen
Liss for door knocking and setting up signing parties. Mark your calendar for the year 2025,
which is the next time we need to worry about renewal in the Braes Heights sections of
BPHA!
Thank you to all those who volunteered to make the BPHA 20 th Annual 4th of July Carnival
and Parade such a great success! A special thank you to the moms who stepped up on the
eve of cancellation to chair the event, Katherine Schwartz (volunteered with a 5 week old
and a 2 year old), Naz Hopkins (whose home flooded) and Elizabeth Vaughn (who volunteered to help before she even moved into the neighborhood)! Please see the list of event
sponsors as well as photos from the event on page 5.
The new yard signs that each member will be posting, displaying commitment to neighborhood safety and security will be arriving this week. Please pay your BPHA and Constable
Patrol dues promptly and display those yard signs!
National Night Out is on October 6. If you would like to volunteer to sponsor a block party,
please phone Karen Spearman, whose contact information can be found on the back of the
Sentinel.
BPHA has been contacted by the Weekley Family YMCA as they have embarked on a long
range planning initiative, as well as a short range exploratory effort to determine if the Beal
Park facility adjacent to the YMCA could possibly be utilized in a different fashion that
might allow for additional uses favoring more participation from the YMCA as well as the
surrounding BPHA community. Anyone interested in assisting with, or providing input to,
these initiatives, is invited to contact one of these Weekley YMCA members:
Rick Steinhart - 713-825-5322 or rksteinhart@sbcglobal.net
Tom Friedman - 713-830-3450 or Tom.Friedman@alignresults.com
Dave Agerton - 713-873-1318 or dagerton@gmail.com
Thank you to Austin Landscaping (www.austinlandscaping.net) for the gracious donation
of the colorful annuals on the endcaps of the esplanades with BPHA monuments! Their contribution continues to make our neighborhood more attractive!
Finally, let’s continue to ensure this a safe year in our neighborhood. Please be vigilant
about securing your houses, cars and valuables. Have the Constable’s number programmed
in your phone if you are dues paying member and be sure to report any suspicious activity.
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BPHA BOARD MEETING
Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 7 pm
BPHA CALENDAR OF EVENTS
August and September
Tues Aug 4
Thurs Aug 6
Thurs Aug 13
Mon Aug 17
Mon Aug 17
Mon Aug 17
Tues Aug 18
Tues Aug 18
Thurs Aug 20
Thurs Aug 20
Tues Aug 25
Tues Sept 1
Thurs Sept 3
Mon Sept 7
Thurs Sept 10
Tues Sept 15
Tues Sept 15
Thurs Sept 17
Mon Sept 21
Mon Sept 21
Mon Sept 21
Tues Sept 29
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church,
Recycle North of BB
Recycle South of BB
BPHA Board Meeting, 7 pm, SVDP
Sentinel Deadline for September
JUNK Heavy trash South of BB
BBA mtg-Mayoral Candidates Forum.
Lovett Elementary, 8814 South Rice
JUNK Heavy trash North of BB
Recycle North of BB
Recycle South of BB
BSN mtg, 6:30 pm, Linkwood Comm
Center, 3699 Norris
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,
August 12. The 15 minutes will be divided equally among
the registered speakers with 5-minute maximum time for
each.
BUILDER’S PLEDGE OF MAINTENANCE
Recycle North of BB
Recycle South of BB
BPHA Office closed for Holiday
BPHA Board Meeting, 7 pm, SVDP
Recycle North of BB
TREE Heavy trash South of BB
Recycle South of BB
Sentinel Deadline for October
TREE Heavy trash South of BB
BBA mtg, 7:30 pm, The Gathering Place
5310 South Willow Drive 77035.
Recycle North of BB
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!
3838 Durness – Robert Martin Remodeling
3810 Durness – MLB Homes
3301 Glen Haven – MLB Homes
3646 Merrick – Scott Frazier Homes
4059 Grennoch – Cason Graye
4107 Turnberry – BAS Concepts
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
LOST OR FOUND A PET?
Contact the Braeswood Place Pet Rescue
Group!
www.braeswoodpets.com
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.
Tim Hebert – timh@friendsofbarc.org
713-446-0574 or 713-668-1273
“Finding homes for homeless animals and
pets for petless homes”
ADVERTISER NOTICE
BPHA does not endorse nor recommend
Sentinel advertisers. Before contracting for
service, check references and recommendations from independent sources.
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Constable Patrol Statistics
June 2015
Auto Accidents
Alarm Responses
Animal Assistance
Burglary of a Residence
Burglary of a Vehicle
Checks of Businesses
Checks of Park
Checks of Residences
Checks of Schools
Checks on Welfare of Person
Criminal Mischief/Disturbance
Drug Investigation/Arrests
Fraudulent Use of ID
Illegal Dumping
Medical Emergency
Meet with Residents
Open Door/Window Checks
Solicitor Complaints
Stranded Motorists
Suspicious Persons
Suspicious Vehicles
Thefts
Traffic (arrests, citations, stops, warnings)
Vacation Watches
Warrants Served
Miles Patrolled
3
29
1
1
0
47
74
701
19
5
8
0
0
0
0
468
11
2
0
13
29
2
107
373
1
5,903
Be the eyes and
ears of the
neighborhood.
Report all
suspicious cars
and persons
immediately
to the
Precinct 1
dispatcher.
SECURITY UPDATE
by Steve Anton
Things to know about home burglaries
When is a home burglary most likely to
occur? Right now. July and August are the
worst months for break-ins. And the vast
majority occur between 10 am and 3 pm on
weekdays. February is the safest month.
Most vulnerable? Busy families on an obvious daily schedule of carpools and errands; homes on corners or near busy streets
or on the edges of the neighborhood; ones
that look unoccupied; those with uncollected mail or trash cans that
are set out too early or brought in late; previously burglarized homes.
Where do they look? Burglars rarely search kitchens and nurseries.
They spend their time in the bedrooms looking for valuables. Even a
cheap home safe (not installed in the garage) is a great investment.
Does a security system really help? Yes! Homes without a security
system are 2 to 3 times more likely to be hit. A study of convicted
burglars found that the overwhelming majority avoided homes with a
security system and if an alarm sounded, they fled immediately. Surveillance cameras and alarm systems are cheaper than a burglary.
Who, what and why? The typical burglar is male, 25 years old,
probably has a partner, and likely is stealing to buy drugs or to cover
living expenses. The average thief spends 8 to 12 minutes in a house
without a monitored security system. 30% gain access through an
unlocked door or window. Most often, they steal cash, guns, jewelry,
small electronic devices, prescription drugs and items with personal
information that can be used for identity theft. A burglary occurs in
the U.S. every 15 seconds. Only 13% are ever solved.
How thieves
gain entry
to your home
Next month:
How to reduce
your exposure
22%
back
door
9%
garage
3
2% 2nd
floor
23% 1st
23%
floor
first
window
floor
34%
front
door
10%
storage/
basement/
other area
TWENTY-FIRST ANNUAL BPHA JULY FOURTH PARADE AND CARNIVAL
IS ANOTHER BIG SUCCESS!
by Naz Hopkins and Elizabeth Vaughn
Braeswood Place Homeowners Association and its residents would like to extend our gratitude
to the 2015 Fourth of July sponsors. Without you, the celebration would not have been possible!
Annunciation Orthodox School
State Representative Sarah Davis
Village Plumbing
Heritage Texas Properties and Agents Randall Doe, Mary Rustay, Christine Wagers
Margaret Vinson- Sotheby's International
French Cuff
Weekly YMCA
Greenpark Pharmacy
Greenwood King Realtors
Stormy Hayes-Knipe
Absolute Glass
Steve Anton- Hallmark Properties
Precinct 1 Constables
4th of JULY PICS HERE
BPHA MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
2015-2016 Patron, Sustaining and Supporting Levels
Everyone has received an invoice for BPHA and Constable Patrol dues. Some have paid, some have thought
about it, and more than 100 neighbors have paid MORE than they were invoiced. The Patron, Sustainer and
Supporter membership program gives our generous neighbors an opportunity to add $300+ (Patron level), $200
(Sustainer level) or $100 (Supporter level) to our normal membership dues. The BPHA Board of Directors
would like to thank all of these generous neighbors for being special contributors. Please see the list below in
recognition of these special donors.
PATRONS
Karen & Jim Slack
Gary & Susie Stankowski
Catherine & Chris Hanslik
Theldon & Ester Branch
Erin Gottlieb
Steven & Robin Kleiman
Kevin & Margaret O'Donnell
Allen & Joanna Burton
Ken & Jennifer Dunphy
Joan White
Matt & Whitney Anderson
Burdette & Kathleen Dunbar
Paul & Sara Doyle
Ric & Kathy Guenther
Kenneth & Anne Engerrand
Chris & Divya Brown
Jonna & James Miller
Ian & Allison Perry
Gustavo Hincape
Elena Ramirez
David Martin
Bob Eby
Louise Levin
Kristy Burt
Bryan Blasingame
Jason & Valorie Martin
Sam & Keely Smith
Michael & Kimberly Weill
Jeff & Joy Lee
Bradford Gathright
Louise He
Lucy & Peter Mosbacher
Amy & Klay Allen
Michael & Valerie Martin
Gene Narahara
Chris Coleman
Terry Blasdel
Kurt & Robin Stratmann
Jeff & Natalie Sieler
Peter Scaff
Amy Nilsen
Rob & Sherry LaPrade
SUSTAINERS
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David & Lindsey Sheinbein
Darrell Cass
Garfield & Jakeen Johnson
Michael & Jessica Kent
Tina Lee
Joel Smith
Michael Feighl
Stephen & Carolyn Leatherwood
Craig Cavalier
Youval & Marthe Meicler
Adam & Jennifer Kirk
Kristin & Barry Palmer
Angela Prince
Erik Peden
The Cleary Family
George & Susannah Webb
Patrick & Debra Reardon
Kathie & Milton Magness
Gil & Ann Radtke
Patrick and Debra Reardon
Fran & Jack Steele
Kathleen McAllister
Elizabeth & Jose Vittor
Hossein & Jennifer Tcharmtchi
Dennis & Marti Stanley
Jill & Jeff Young
Mary & Mark Beshears
Bill & Carol Drawe III
Guy & Lisa Hoffman
Dan & Aimee Shapiro
Jean & Todd Nunnally
Brigitt Van Wijk
Jordan & Christi Zweig
Lalitha & Venkat Raman
Jacob & Raquel Janoe
Anita Gokhale
Gautam Burthakur
Dan & Tammy Schoen
BPHA SUPPORTING MEMBERS
Peggy Christman
James Sonnier
Shaheryar Ahmed
Nerisa Kershaw
Ellis & Holly Arjmand
Marcelle Sulek
Eric Boerwinkle
Vicki Huff
Curt & Carrie Carlson
Jill & Tom Pollard
Brent & Jennifer Hyman
Tamara & Gary Gannon
Craig & Jenny Schneider
Stephen Spears
Alison Lin
Thomas Shaw & Kim Nguyen
Linda Smith
Janet & Robert McDow
Megan Jordan
Tanmay & Reena Desai
John & Jessica Shupe
Stacey Berg
Mary Brandt
Michele Joy
Thomas Shahriari
Greg May
Gigi Lozano
Brad & Madonna Bauch
Natalie & Ben Baker
Ben & Angela Carranza
Ermil & Jennifer Fernandez
William & Tiffany Hawkins
James Lamotta
Michael Porter
Rebecca Cole
Nan Morris
Silvia Orengo-Nania
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IS ALL ABOUT OUR GREAT OPPORTUNITY
by Karen Spearman, NNO Chair
This year’s Fourth of July Carnival was a big success for signing up new hosts for National Night Out, scheduled for Tuesday, October 6 this year. It was also a great way to discover that there are so many new families in
the neighborhood and to get ideas for activities. Anyone up for hosting a petting zoo? The monster trucks from
the Harris County Constable Precinct One seemed a big hit but, speaking from personal experience in a flooded
home, it would be best to never see those again! Really, hosting is as easy as reaching out to your friends. It is
a great reason to catch up and to make new friends over desserts, BBQ or just simple watermelon and drinks.
Materials such as a party check list, invitations and sign-in sheets are available to make planning simple. Everyone interested in hosting a gathering for your block, please contact Karen Spearman at
kmann0516@gmail.com and follow up emails to those already hosting will be coming out soon.
McGOVERN STELLA LINK NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
7405 Stella Link, 77025 ∙ 832-393-2630
M & W 12-8PM; Tu & Th 10AM-6PM; F 1-5PM;
Sat 10AM-5PM; Sun CLOSED
 Passport Service Hours: Mon, Wed 12-7 pm; Tues, Thurs 10 am-5 pm; Sat 10 am-4 pm
 Chinese Language Classes: Thursdays at 10 am
 Needle Work Club: August 8 and 22 from 3-5 pm
 E-book Open House: First Wednesday of the month at 12 pm and 6 pm (bring device and cables)
 Open Job Lab: Thursdays at 10 am
 Microsoft Office: Basic classes Tuesdays at 1:30 pm, Intermediate Thursdays at 1:30 pm
 Call for more information on all other technology instruction programs offered.
Just for Kids:
 Story Time (ages 3-5 years): Tuesdays at 11 am
 Toddler Time (ages 1-3 years): Thursdays at 11 am
 Baby Lapsit (ages 0-12 months): Thursdays at 11 am
 Tune Time (kids): Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
 Pajama Storytime: Wednesdays at 7 pm
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BRAESWOOD PLACE MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN
by Kristin Hamilton
We kicked off July with the Braeswood Place 21 st Annual Fourth of July parade and carnival! Thanks to
Katherine Schwartz and Brenda Blackwood for organizing the event and all of the countless volunteers who
made the event a success! Our kids toured Moeller’s Bakery! They were able to bake and decorate cookies with
the help of the wonderful bakers! Thanks to Moeller’s Bakery for a great event! Another tour is planned for
August! Our families had fun in the sun at the Summer Swim Party! Thank you to Kari Valdes and Teresa Lin
for coordinating! Many of our members’ homes flooded during the recent Houston Flood 2015. We raised over
$3,000 to be distributed via gift cards to our members who flooded. Thank you to all our members for
donating! If you are interested in joining please contact Jody Martin at jodymartin1@hotmail.com.
SPONSORS
We are still looking for sponsors to help us with our kid events. Sponsors are welcome to place promotional
signs at the event and will be mentioned in the Sentinel. Please contact kchamilton44@yahoo.com if you
would like to sponsor an event.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Moeller’s Bakery Tour for Kids, Glow Mom’s Night Out, Little Gym for Kids, Lush Mom’s Night Out.
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
by Jessica Evans
Longfellow Elementary will be hosting a Meet and Greet night on Thursday August 20th from 5-7pm. Join us
for a chance to meet your new teacher and classmates, see your classroom, and learn about what to expect for
next year! The first day of school is Monday, August 24. Two Longfellow students wrote a little about their experience at Longfellow and what they are looking forward to next year:
My favorite thing about kindergarten was that I had a nice teacher. I learned a lot of new things that were exciting to me. I
liked reading stories and doing addition and subtraction. Learning was fun! I met new friends. I really liked art a lot and
all the magnet classes. I liked our class pets, Pepper and Peppermint. I had fun going on field trips. I was a Leadership
Notebook Leader and I showed visitors to our school what we were learning and doing. I like Longfellow because it is a
happy place. I am excited about first grade because now I kind of know what is going to happen. I am excited to learn
even more things and meet new friends. I think kids should come to Longfellow because when new students come they
like it and I like it a lot too. by Drew, incoming 1st grader
I was really excited to go to Longfellow when I started there in kindergarten. I had heard great things about it and it
sounded like a lot of fun. On my first day I was excited, but nervous too. The people turned out to be really nice and after
a few days I felt really confident and comfortable. The school just got better as I went through the grades. My favorite
thing about second grade was reading books and taking AR tests (earning points through taking tests on the computer
about books you have read). I was in school programs like Odyssey of the Mind and Name that Book and really enjoyed
interacting with new people and improving my skills in specific subjects. I just finished second grade and I am very excited about going into third grade for a lot of reasons like meeting new people and learning more about science. I think that
everybody should have The Leader in Me Program at their school because it makes people better and happier people. by
Ella, incoming 2nd grader
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MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
by Lauren Bireley
This month includes a Conversation with Melissa Patin, Principal of Mark Twain:
Q: What’s new for Mark Twain next year?
A: We are implementing a new program through the Hawn Foundation-MindUP “to improve the overall health and wellbeing of children and adults." Mark Twain, along with other area IB schools, will be piloting the program, which is a curriculum and professional development training program aimed at helping children to learn to manage behaviors, to make
mindful choices and to develop qualities aligning with our IB Learner Profile.
Q: How is Mark Twain helping the students and their families who are affected by the flooding?
A: A number of our families experienced flooding in their homes and damage to homes and cars. Families that have been
affected that are in need of assistance with school uniforms, school supplies, after school care once the school year has
started or have questions about enrollment status if in temporary housing, please contact the school.
Q: There has been a lot of talk about “overcrowding.” What do you anticipate happening in the future?
A: Due to a steady increase in enrollment over the last several years, we ask that prospective families register as soon as
possible. The state mandated class size is 22:1, and one step the district has instituted is to limit the number of transfer
students that overcrowded schools may accept. Returning students and current magnet students are automatically reenrolled and no further action is necessary. If you are new to our attendance zone, then your child must be enrolled.
Please contact the school at (713) 295-5230 for enrollment requirements.
Q: What do I need to do to make sure my child will have a spot at Mark Twain for the 2015-2016 school year?
A: Enroll early! All families were asked to provide documentation of residence in the spring. If that was not provided,
then the child will not be assigned a homeroom until the current proof of residence is provided. Also, please make sure
your children are in attendance on the first day of school, Monday, August 24 at 8am. It is imperative to ensure your
child's spot is held.
Q: What are the school’s biggest needs and what can I do to help?
A: We are currently looking at how to improve our playground area.
OTHER IMPORTANT DATES:
Thursday, August 20, 4-6:30: Back to School Rumble (purchase uniforms and school supplies, sign up for communications and directory); Meet the Teacher, 4:30 to 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 20, 5-8 pm: The general public is invited to dine at Jerry Built Homegrown Burgers or Candelari's Pizzeria with a percentage of the proceeds given to the Mark Twain PTO.
Saturday, August 22 - Incoming Kindergarten Play Date, Karl Young Park, 9-10:30 am. Contacts: Amy Allen (amy.allen@comcast.net) or Bethany Lenhart (bmac5211@yahoo.com).
Monday, August 24th - First Day of School, 8 am to 3:15 pm
REMINDERS:
Please be mindful when parking around the school and do not block private driveways. Please also be mindful of
reduced speed limits and cell phone free zones during drop off and pick up hours.
PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
by Priscilla Kennedy
We are all set for another great school year at Pershing! To make sure our students will be ready to hit the ground running
on August 24, we have scheduled the following events:
August 5: 9 - 11 am and 1 - 3 pm: 7th & 8th Grade Early Check-in (Last Names A-L)
August 6: 9 - 11 am and 1 - 3 pm: 7th & 8th Grade Early Check-In (Last Names M-Z)
At Early Check-in, 7th and 8th graders can pick up their schedules and have their ID photos taken. During the week of
August 10-17, 7th and 8th graders can pick up their schedules if they were unable to attend early check-in.
Saturday, August 15: 6th grade Panda Camp 9 -11 am (Last Names A-L) and 1 – 3 pm (Last Names M-Z). During Panda
Camp, 6th graders will receive their schedules and can purchase uniforms, pick up pre-ordered school supplies, and have
their student ID photos taken.
Panda Days will be held on Friday, August 14 from 3-7 pm, Saturday, August 15 from 9 am– 3 pm, and Monday, August
17 from 3-7 pm. During Panda Days, uniform sales will take place in the large gym. Students can pick up pre-ordered
school supplies and have their ID photos taken as well.
Be sure to check the Pershing PTO web site (pershingpto.org) for additional details and to sign up for the Panda Post, our
weekly email with the latest Panda news.
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GARDEN OF THE MONTH
by Jackie Addington
Yard of the month for August was suggested by a neighbor and is located at 3610 Glen Arbor. It happens to be
the home of my son-in-law and daughter, Gregg and Jill Jackson. Since the suggestion came from someone
else, I hope that somewhat removes the selection bias issue. Our garden club welcomes recommendations from
Braeswood Place homeowners as it is difficult to regularly visit all of our service areas. We try to select a
balance of new homes with fresh, new landscaping ideas and older homes where the mature shrubs have been
trimmed and maintained in proportion to the home. This month's yard is unusual in that it used wise choices for
a mid-century modern home. The soft aqua trim color is repeated in three urns which are spaced across the front
of the house and contain white penta and purple fan flower. The design is grounded by three statuesque,
bright pink crape myrtle mixed with purples: agapanthus, Texas sage, prairie asters, and extensive Katy ruella
ground cover across the front. Crinum are interspersed with the Katy ruella. Crinum are sometimes called
surprise lilies and appear after a shower. These bulbs were brought from my mother's yard. Draughttolerant, low-maintenance plants were selected and thus, there are nearly always multiple plants blooming at the
same time. The plants that are not blooming provide interesting heights and foliage color. Because the home
is on the bayou, Jill and her daughters regularly seed bluebonnets and wild flowers along its banks.
Home of Gregg and Jill Jackson, 3610 Glen Arbor
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NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC COMMITTEE UPDATE
by Nicole Allman Shah
In 2010, an application was submitted to the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) requesting a
traffic study in Ayrshire and Braes Heights. The purpose of the NTMP is to improve neighborhood quality of
life by implementing traffic calming measures (like speed bumps). Last fall, our neighborhood traffic study
began with the first public meeting and subsequent traffic counters placed throughout the neighborhood.
Recently, the NTMP finished collecting the traffic data and had its first meeting with the Neighborhood Traffic
Committee (NTC).
At the first NTC meeting, the City identified streets that it feels could meet the criteria for traffic calming
measures if the residents would want such measures. For Ayrshire, the only street identified was Academy.
For Braes Heights, certain blocks of Aberdeen, Bellefontaine, Blue Bonnet, Braes, and Glen Haven were
identified. The City will continue to work with the NTC to develop a concept plan. Once there is a concept
plan, a second public meeting will be held.
At this time, the NTC is working on a concept plan and will meet again in late August. The NTC wants to
reach out to neighbors in Braes Heights in hopes of getting more representation on the committee. If you are
interested in being part of the NTC and know that your block supports traffic calming measures, please
contact me at nicoleallman74@hotmail.com. We have some blocks with no representation and this is our
opportunity to have the City place and pay for traffic calming measures.
SHELTERING ARMS SENIOR SERVICES
Free Dementia Caregiver Workshop!
Are you looking for strategies to respond to your loved one’s unpredictable
behaviors?
Join us for a free caregiver workshop: Addressing Difficult Behaviors, an informative
workshop with innovative approaches to help you understand and respond to your
loved one’s behaviors. The workshop will be held on Thursday, August 20 from 68 pm at Sheltering Arms Senior Services located at 3838 Aberdeen Way, Houston,
TX 77025. Respite for your loved one will be provided at no charge! To RSVP
please contact Andrea’ Williams at 713-685-6576 or ajwilliams@neighborhoodcenters.org by Monday, August 17. Please include your need for respite in your
email or phone call.
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FIVE HOT TIPS FOR SUMMER PET CARE
http://www.mypet.com/pet-care-tips-summer.aspx
Summertime is fun time, but hot weather makes for some unique summer pet care challenges. Although wild animals are
well adapted to the elements, companion animals can be just as susceptible to extreme temperatures as their owners are.
What does that mean for your pet? When the temperatures get extreme, pet safety should be top of mind. Here are 5 ways
to stay safe while enjoying summer activities with your pet:
1.
Respect the heat. Unlike you, your pet has a limited ability to deal with the heat. Dogs release heat through their paw pads
and by panting. Dehydration can be a big problem for pets during the hot weather. According to the ASPCA, animals with
flat faces like Pugs and Persian cats cannot pant as effectively and are therefore more susceptible to heat stroke. Also make
sure that your pet always has access to plenty of fresh, cool water and avoid letting them run around outside during the hottest parts of the day.
2.
Keep bugs away safely. Another summer pet safety issue is the presence of ticks and other summer insects. Not only can
bugs carry diseases, but the ways people try to ward them off can also cause problems for your pet. Fertilizers and pesticides
can be very dangerous for your pet. Keep the grass cut short to reduce ticks. Keep an eye out for fertilizer warnings on
neighbor’s lawns.
3.
Beware of antifreeze. In the summertime, antifreeze can leak out of cars when they overheat leaving puddles on the ground
that your dog can lap up and swallow. The sweet taste is tempting to dogs and cats but can be lethal.
4.
Sunscreen? Some pets can be susceptible to sunburn. Talk to your vet about which types are safest on your pet’s skin and
follow up by routinely applying sunscreen as part of your summer routine.
5.
Practice water safety. It’s all about thinking ahead. Although it’s fun to bring your pet to the beach or pool to stay cool, always keep a close eye on your pet when they are in or near the water. Even a strong swimmer could have trouble getting out
of a pool or get trapped by ropes or other obstacles.
Summer pet safety isn’t hard; it just requires some thought and attention. Watch over your pet the way you would a small child –
protect them from too much heat, sun and other summer dangers – and everything should be just fine.
6.
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How is the
market?
What is your
5-year plan?
Call and let’s visit.
The Sales Leader in Braeswood Place
For 25 Consecutive Years
Steve Anton
Hallmark Properties
713-666-3400
CARING FOR THE
COMPLETE ATHLETE,
FROM START TO FINISH.
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can get them back to full strength, faster. Applying our experience as
professional team doctors, we’re focused on helping athletes at every level
recover fully. From simple strains to complex concussions, our board-certified
and fellowship-trained doctors use the most advanced technologies to provide
the most comprehensive care, including:
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the Idea Bank for custom homes. As the largest custom home builder
in Texas, we’ve built luxury homes since 1986 on every kind of home
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them to design their one-of-a-kind home from scratch. Our Build
on Your Lot team has learned there is more to building a custom
home than just a floor plan and a home site. It’s a process, and we are
experts in delivering the things you want most in your home, on time
and on budget. When we’re finished, there won’t be another home
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WAIT! Before Rolling Your 401(k) into an IRA
Rolling from a 401(k) into an IRA is a tempting move. But is it a smart one? True, an IRA may offer you
more investment options. But a rollover may also generate income for your wealth advisor. Keep that in
mind if you are being advised to make the move. Don’t do it unless it is in YOUR best interest. Here are a
few things to keep in mind:
• It’s possible to take distributions from a 401(k) plan before age 59 1/2, without a penalty. Rolling into
an IRA will cost you this option.
• You can borrow against a 401(k), at least as long as you are working for the employer. You generally
can’t borrow against an IRA.
• Just because an IRA has more options doesn’t necessarily mean you should switch. If there’s a
particular investment you’d like to access which is not in your 401(k), you can always use money
from outside the plan to invest in it.
• A 401(k) may offer investments not available otherwise. Or, fees for the investments may be reduced. One of my clients had
access to a fund through his 401(k) with an annual expense ratio of 0.35%. He could get the same investment through an IRA,
but the ratio would have been 0.46%. After ten years, with 10% annual returns, $1 million at the lower ratio would earn an
extra $25,000.
The moral is to research fully before rolling over. Even better, come to us. We deal with these issues all the time and we’ll
be happy to help you decide whether a rollover is the right move for you. Please contact PARTNERSINWEALTH
President (and Braeswood Place homeowner) Jim Waters, CFP®, at 713.964.4028 or jrw@partnersinwealth.com.
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BRAESWOOD PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
OFFICERS
President
James Baker
V. Pres. East
Jack Stopnicki
V. Pres. Central
Linda Barcot
V. Pres. West
Carla Brownlee
Treasurer
Mary Beshears
Secretary
Jason Marsack
DIRECTORS
Director Area # 1
Steve Sheaffer
Director Area # 2
Todd Nunnally
Director Area # 3
Drake Terrell
Director Area # 4
Dennis Barrow
Director Area # 5
Bob Eby
Director Area # 6
Michael Kent
Director Area # 7
Catherine Hanslik
Director Area # 8
David & Rui Roberts
Director Area # 9
Jerry McClain
Director Area # 10
Stephen Liss
Director Area # 11
Roger White
Director Area # 12
Joanne Eisenberger
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Appearance/Street Recon Jack Stopnicki
Brays Bayou Assoc.
Billy Pilgrim
Building Plan Review David Sears
Campus Park
Bill Blackwood
Deed Restrictions
Jim Power
Don Emmite
Fogging
Chris Ramas
Fourth of July Chairs
Naz Hopkins
Elizabeth Vaughn
Garden Club Co-Pres Kathy Jenkins
Janet Maxian
Garden of the Month
Jackie Addington
Karl Young Park
Jarret Reeves
Membership
Rob Lee
Moms’ Club
Kristin Hamilton
National Night Out
Karen Spearman
Recycling
Susie Loredo
Security
Steve Anton
Sentinel Editor
Alison Bell
Super Neighborhood
Billy Pilgrim
Traffic Committee
Nicole Shah
BPHA OFFICE
Brenda Blackwood
Hours: M, W, F: 10-2
www.braeswoodplace.org
832-309-5830
713-299-5556
832-217-8581
713-661-2538
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jason.marsack@gmail.com
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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
$295 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
SEPTEMBER issue of the Sentinel will be
Monday, August 17. 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
22
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