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Lakewood Grove

May 2011

Volume 5, Issue 5

Official Publication of the Lakewood Grove Homeowners Association

2011 EVENTS Start of Summer Party

Mon. May 30, 2011 | 5pm - 8pm *need coordinator

Last Day of School Party June 2, 2011 | 1pm - 4pm *need coordinator

July 4th Parade & Pool Party July 4, 2011 | 10 am *need coordinator

Luau at the Pool

Aug. 13, 2011 | 6:30 - 8:30

Fall Festival

Sat. Oct. 29, 2011 | 10am - 1pm *need coordinator

Santa Ride

Sat. Dec. 10, 2011 | 2pm  

Go Green

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ANNUAL HOA MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 10th @ 7PM

The Lakewood Grove HOA will be having its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Elementary School on Gettysburg Drive. At this meeting there will be a vote taken on the following item: 1. Election of one position to the Lakewood Grove HOA Board of Directors for a 3 year term. The Director position is currently held by Gloria Tann, who has indicated her willingness to continue in that role. Any other candidates who wish to run for this position should submit their request to Bridgett Cummings @ SCS Management (281-500-7111 281-500-7187 (fax) or [email protected]), before May 5, in order to be added to the printed ballot for the May meeting. You may also submit a biographical profile which will also be included in the ballot. Nominations to the Board position can also be taken from the floor at the meeting. A quorum, 10% of the resident votes is required in order to meet the election requirements. You should be receiving your notice and proxy in the mail soon. You can bring your proxy to the meeting or submit it directly to SCS Management (postage paid) but must be received prior to the meeting date. You can also have a neighbor that is attending bring it to the meeting. If we do not have at least 10% of the resident's votes the meeting will be void and consequently will cost us more money to schedule another meeting. If you have questions/concerns regarding your neighborhood, make an effort to have at least one member of your household attend the meeting. The Board has invited the Harris County Constable's office to attend and field some of your questions/concerns. We look forward to seeing you there. Lakewood Grove HOA Board of Directors

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Lakewood Grove Important numbers

other useful numbers

Property Management Company SCS Property Management..............................281-500-7111 Important: Please refer all questions/comments to SCS Property Management and then SCS will send the Board members information they need to respond to. This will save everone time and effort.

Animal Control................................................. 281-999-3191 Dead Animal Pick Up....................................... 281-353-8424 Emergency.........................................................................911 CyCreek Volunteer Fire Department................. 281-894-0151 Constable Precinct 4......................................... 281-376-3472 Medical Cy Creek EMS Ambulance.............................. 281-440-4300 Cy Fair Hospital.............................................. 281-890-4285 Methodist Willowbrook.................................. 281-477-1000 Northwest Hospital......................................... 281-440-1000 Tomball Hospital............................................. 281-401-7500 Veterans Hospital............................................ 713-795-4411 Poison Control.............................................1-800-931-1085 Utilities Allied Waste..................................................... 800-637-7339 Centerpoint..................................................... 800-332-7143 Malcomson MUD (SW Water Co)................... 832-209-5000 Southwestern Bell/ATT . .................................. 713-881-8181 Comcast . ................................................... 800-COM-CAST

Board Members President – Mark Schubert...............................281-251-0322 . ....................................................mark.schubert@c-a-m.com  Vice President – Gloria Tann............................281-655-8320 . ............................................................. [email protected] Secretary/Treasurer – Mike Rivera....................713-248-7878 . ............................................................... [email protected] Community Contacts Block Captain Coordinator..........Henry Silva, 215-776-6679 . ............................................................. [email protected] Directory......................................Henry Silva, 215-776-6679 . ............................................................. [email protected] Garden Club Committee..........Lisa Norwood, 281-320-1905 . ................................................... [email protected] Marquee-Pool...... Fernando & DeeDee Flores, 281-370-6161 . [email protected] or [email protected] Marquee – Tennis Court............ Dougie Scott, 281-370-1836 . .......................................................................dmti@aol.com Newsletter......................................................Chuck Canfield . ...................................................... [email protected] Newsletter Advertising............................................................ . ................................... PEEL, Inc - Ryan 512-263-9181 X23 [email protected] Pets Lost & Found..................... Kelly Jackson, 281-379-4489 . .................................................kellyjackson_99@yahoo.com Pool, Greater Houston Pool Management........713-771-7665 Recreation Committee..................Henry Silva, 215-776-6679 . ............................................................. [email protected] Security Coordinator...................................... Dennis Coburn . ................................281-376-8526, [email protected] Recreation Center/Pool Rental Coordinator.....281-251-0322 Catherine Schubert............ [email protected] Website............................................ www.lakewoodgrove.com Neighborhood Events End of School Party..........................................215-776-6679 Garage Sale........................... Stephanie Valdes, 832-594-0443 Fall Festival.....................................................Taylor Delleney . ................................ 832-220-3530, [email protected] Fall Festival.......................................................215-776-6679 Taylor [email protected] Pool Luau............................................................. Tania Watts . .......................................................................... Dava Poeck Santa Ride....................................Henry Silva, 215-776-6679 . ............................................................. [email protected] 

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Foundation for Foreign Study Families from all over the Houston area are opening up their homes and lives to foreign exchange students through the EF Foundation for Foreign Study. EF Foundation is a leader in high school foreign exchange, bringing more students to the United States than any other exchange program. A nonprofit committed to promoting global awareness for over 30 years; EF Foundation leverages a committed network of local coordinators to connect thousands of students with caring American families each year. EF exchange students come from more than 30 countries around the world and are between the ages of 15 and 18. The majority of students stay for a full high school year. In the past, exchange students have come to live in Texas from as far away as Germany, Hong Kong, Australia and Norway, to name a few. I am an International Exchange Coordinator for EF Foundation. I will be working with the community to secure host families for a number of students this year. In order to raise awareness of this life-changing opportunity, we need the community to see local narratives of the wonderful families and students who have had unforgettable experiences through the program.   

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Lakewood Grove Crimson Cadette Drill Team Dance Clinic

Cypress Woods High School 16925 Spring Cypress Rd. 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Camp Hope 3 Ring Circus

You don’t have to sit at home, bored this summer! Kids ages 5 years old - 6th grade can catch high-flying fun with crafts, games, activities, splash days and more at Messiah Lutheran Church’s 3-Ring-Circus, Camp Hope! Worship, Bible Study and expressive arts are going to wow your mind and heart in this big-top summer day camp. Week 1 – July 11-15, Week 2 – July 18-22 and Week 3 – July 25-29, 9:30-3:30 each day,  are going to be three action-packed rings of outrageous adventure. For more information, contact us at (281)890-3013 or register at www.messiahlc.org.

Become A Block Captain Block Captains in our community are the very foundation of the neighborhood and the key to a great place to live! Block Captains work in their immediate area to assist the HOA with the dissemination of information. They are also the voice of their neighbors to communicate with the HOA Board Members. They keep contact with their neighbors to make our neighborhood a friendly place where everyone knows their neighbors and is comfortable in the neighborhood. Would you like to be a Block Captain? Contact your Block Captain Coordinator Henry Silva at [email protected] or 832928-5311

The Cy-woods Crimson Cadettes Drill Team will host their 6th annual dance clinic for K-12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on August 10-12. This is a major fund-raiser for the team and enables them to participate in activities throughout the 2011-2012 school year. The fee is $55 and includes dance technique, specially choreographed routines for each age group, a t-shirt, drinks and snacks each day and a picture for each participant. Showoffs will be held the last day at 11:30 a.m. For more information email [email protected] or check out our website at www.crimsoncadettes.com. On the website, you will find a sign-up form and a link to PayPalPrmrs_64004_8 for easy payment. x 5.5 - Ad #1349 - THIS AD CAN NOT BE EDITED

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Exercise Equipment: Barely used XLglider $35. Contact Dulcina Belcher 832-698-1426. Refrigerator for sale Kenmore Side by Side only 7 1/2 years old ice maker needs repair, $350.00 If interested call: 281-379-4504 or 713-306-3422 OVAL WALL MIRRORS:  Two matching mirrors feature an etched, antiqued frame, with a generous 1 1/4” bevel. Dimensions: 22W  X  32H X 1D.  Mounting hardware included.  Asking $225 each.  Contact Don Bova: 281-655-9045. FOR SALE:  Girls Beginner Reidell Ice Skates, Size 1 1/2 and 5 (In great condition) $50.00/ea. Contact: Beverly Allen at 832717-5075 or e-mail [email protected] FOR SALE:  Girls Bloch Ballet Slippers, Sizes 9M (used once) and 13C (Great Condition) $5.00/ea. and Bloch Jazz Dance Shoes sizes 13.5 (great condition) and 7 (used 2x) $15.00/ea. Contact: Beverly Allen at 832-717-5075 or e-mail [email protected]

FOR SALE: TV/Stereo Entertainment Center, solid oak. Excellent condition $500.00 contact Don Rabel 281-8080787 Downsizing: toys, games (kids&adult) radios, electronic stuff, guy cave things, etc.  Email me at [email protected] and and i will supply pictures and prices or call 281-889-0048. EXCERCISE EQUIPMENT:  Nordic Track CXT 990 Elipitical Trainer.  $200 or best offer.  Please contact Mike or Rachel at 281-320-2465 or by email ramojenkins@ hotmail.com. Gently used: refrigerator that could be used as a 2nd.  Asking $35.  In very good condition.  Country French Dinette set made in Belgium in the 1930’s.  China cabinet  + table has beautiful parquet top.  713-208-0241. Lost & Found - found on Deerpath Ct. - LSU jacket. Call Jim 281-460-3161

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Cycling from Austin to Alaska

My name is Will Ragan and I am from Floresville, Texas, a small town just south of San Antonio. I am writing to you today because this summer I am cycling from Austin, Texas to Anchorage, Alaska to fight cancer. Yes, you read that correctly. I am not crazy, but am a member of the 2011 LiveSTRONG Texas 4000 for Cancer team. We are a group of fifty-six students from the University of Texas at Austin who is working hard to raise money and awareness for the fight against cancer. Next summer, my team and I will embark upon a 4,500 mile trek across North America in hopes of inspiring communities across the nation to help in the battle against cancer. Starting June 4th, 2011, we will cycle through various communities, make cancer

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awareness presentations, and educate people on cancer prevention and early detection. By sharing our experiences and enthusiasm, we will work to foster hope among those who are personally suffering from this disease. Additionally, we hope to contribute over $400,000 to cancer research with the American Cancer Society and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Each rider is responsible for raising $4,500. Please consider being a part of our group and sharing in our enthusiasm by making a much appreciated donation. Besides helping in a meaningful cause, your donation will be entirely tax-deductible as we are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The proceeds from our event will go towards research for finding a cure for our nation’s

second leading cause of death. If you are so generous as to make a monetary contribution to support our cause, please send checks to the address below, made payable to Texas 4000 with my name (Will Ragan) on the “payment for” line. I highly encourage you to visit our website, www.texas4000.org, for much more information or contact me with any questions that you may have. If you prefer to donate online you can do so from our team website by clicking on “Donate” and then the “Make a Donation” button and through PayPal, you can make a donation with your credit card. Don’t forget: Put “Will Ragan” in the “Purpose” field, so I can receive credit for your donation. Anything you decide to donate will be greatly appreciated - no amount is too small.

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Market Report from Your Lakewood Grove Specialist Nadeen Stepp! Active

Pending

YTD Sold

Sold last 12 months

# of Listings

26

8

15

31

Price Range

$85,500 – 299,950

$189,900 – 280,000

$60,900 – 282,000

$60,000-$290,000

Avg. Price

$215,389

$242,088

$206,480

$201,903

Avg. PSF

$72.28

$73.91

$67.63

$71.90

Avg. DOM

91

84

98

77

High PSF

$80.90

$96.72

Low PSF

$24.97

$24.97

Avg. LP/SP %

.99%

.97%

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YOU’RE ONLY A “STEPP” AWAY FROM YOUR NEXT MOVE! Nadeen Stepp • Direct: (281)-610-5450 www.NadeenStepp.com • [email protected]



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