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Champion Forest

Proudly Sponsored By The Champion Forest Women’s Club

August 2009

What’s Inside: Why Don't You Plan Your Fall Garden Online? ....... page 7

Redeem Yourself with Cool Tech Talk ....................page 31

Please Join in the National Charity League Food Drive ................................................................page 31

Sees Its Share of Drought – And Then Some!

Editor’s Note: I am putting this article in August’s issue, going to have my car washed and then I will offer up a brief

but poignant rain dance. Hopefully that will be good enough for a downpour or two or…. (Always glad to do my part.)

U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook for Spring, Texas (and the entire eastern portion of Texas down to the Valley), as published by the National Weather Service Forecast Office:

Drought conditions to persist or intensify through the period through September 2009.

For more hot, dry news, see page 26.

Our Own Wally Bircher

Waves “Old Glory”

to Start the 4th of July Parade(See page 12)

Back to SchoolMonday, August 24 First Day of Classes

Klein and Cy-Fair ISD

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Champion Forest Newsletter Available on the Web at championforestonline.com

CF Women’s Club mission statementThe Champion Forest Women’s Club is a neighborhood social and service organization. The mission of CFWC is to bring Champion Forest women closer

together through community activities. The CFWC fulfills this goal by hosting programs and socials, sponsoring special interest groups, undertaking fund-raising for scholarships, hosting an annual luncheon and charity auction, and producing the monthly Champion Forest newsletter. Meetings are held on a regular basis in homes and local venues. To be part of Champion Forest Women’s Club, contact our membership chairman or any Board member.

Remember...Cypress Forest PUD Meeting Tuesday, August 4 PUD Building 16215 Champion Forest Drive 5:30 p.m.

CF Civic Club Tuesday, August 11 PUD Building 16215 Champion Forest Drive 7:30 p.m.

CF Fund/HOA Meeting Wednesday, August 12 PUD Building 16215 Champion Forest Drive 5:30 p.m.

CFWC ContactsSusan Barris President 281-257-5404

Barb Smith Treasurer/Membership 281-251-3093

Marilou Schopper Newsletter Editor 713-302-8851

Natalie Bunton Welcoming 832-717-3294

CFWC Advisory BoardMelenese FordAngela GreenbergDebbie JacksonHeidi BealeChristy GearyKarla CancholaSusie Thorpe

Champion Forest Women's Club Membership Form

Date: _____________________

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________________________________

Email Address: ______________________________________________________

Champion Forest Women’s Club is here for you. Please join us for a year filled with sunshine, opportunity and friendship. Make checks payable to “Champion Forest Women’s Club.”

Mail checks to Kim Shahjahan at 15926 Cumbria.

Friends in the Forest

Dear Neighbors,

This summer has certainly been one for the records. We hope you have found a way to beat the heat and enjoy

some family fun. As you get ready to buy school supplies, backpacks and new outfits for the first day of school, the Women’s Club is starting to plan for a fabulous fall.

September

September 17 – An Asian East Meets West party will be held at the home of Angie Sammons at 9007 Ashridge Park. This backyard party will be the perfect back-to-school celebration for moms.

October – We have two special events in October.

October 6 – You will want to attend National Night Out for the neighborhood at Brill Elementary School (More on this next month).

October 15 – A relaxing night with friends at Christa Rutherford’s. (Details in September.)

November – Get in the holiday spirit!

November 11 – Holiday Charity Auction and Luncheon at the Raveneaux Country Club. (Tickets will be available at the September and October meetings.)

Our first Board meeting will be dinner at Drew’s on September 3 at 6:30 p.m.

We have so much to be excited about. Join the fun with the Women’s Club of Champion Forest.

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Champion Forest

Proudly Sponsored By The Champion Forest Women’s Club

Newsletter EditorMarilou Schopper

9103 Herts Road • [email protected]

Please deliver all articles and photos to the front porch newsletter box or email your news to: [email protected].

The newsletter is published without charge to Champion Forest residents through advertising purchased

from Champions Printing & Publishing. For advertising information call 281-583-7661.

Newsletter Deadline: 10th of every month.

in the mail

This space is reserved for residents with opinions to express, thoughts to share and any question another reader may be able to answer. Jot it down and drop it in the mail to Marilou Schopper at 9103 Herts Road, Spring, Texas 77379, put it into the birdhouse mailbox on Marilou’s front porch, or contact her by email at [email protected].

Remember: This newsletter will not publish anonymous comments or questions. Please include your name and address.

Thank you, Marilou

Flocks in the Forest Celebrate!

Birthdays • Graduations • PartiesAnniversaries

Call Jackie at 281-974-9440 or Helen at 832-244-6664.


CFWC speCial interest Groups

What a great way to have fun and meet your neighbors! We have many Special Interest Groups with a full variety of interests. Call the Special Interest Chairman of the group that interests you and give it a try. And if there's not a group for your “special interest,” contact Laura Smith at 281-374-0909, and she'll see if there's sufficient interest out there to start a new group! Be sure to check out the potential new groups at the end of this section! The only requirement for participation in CFWC Special Interest Groups is to be a member in “good standing.” (Article VIII, Section One.) Membership includes annual dues paid to the CFWC.

CF Mothers of Young ChildrenNatalie Bunton, 832-717-3294Christy Geary, 281-320-2746Mothers of young children meet weekly for playgroup and monthly for Mom’s Night Out. Please contact Christy or Natalie for more information!

Couples GourmetSecond Saturday Evening Linda Anderson, 832-717-3661 If you are interested in joining the Couple’s Gourmet Group, please contact Linda.

Mom's Night OutRuth-Ellen Mack, 281-376-2107On Thursday, August 13 at 7 p.m. we will dine at Juanita’s (located on Louetta past 249 north side in strip center where Paulies was). Please call if you are planning to join us.

Book ClubConnie Nolan, 281-379-5302 Ruth-Ellen Mack, 281-376-2107Thank you, Wendy, for hosting our July meeting. On Tuesday, August 11 at noon we will be at Nancy D’s to review Prisoner of Birth by Jeffrey Archer. Please notify the hostess if you are unable to attend.

Investment Group “Smart Women Finish Rich” Third Wednesday 9:15 a.m.Connie Nolan, President, 281-379-5302Barbara Wolz, Vice President, 281-257-3665Please contact Diane or Connie for information about this interesting group.

Fit for SummerWould you like to work out with the women of Champion Forest? Call Brenda at 281-450-5700.

Wine Tasting GroupThird Saturday Evening Gloria Myer, 281-379-6783Meets every other third Saturday evening. If you’re interested in this group, please contact Gloria Myer at 281-379-6783.


Welcome to Champion ForestneW residents

Please fill out this form and return to Heidi Baty at 9407 Godstone (281-235-6621) before the 10th of the month. (Check box(es) that apply):

___ We would like to be included in the newsletter

___ We would like to be included in the neighborhood telephone directory

___ We would like to make changes to our information in the telephone directory

___ I would like someone to contact me regarding neighborhood activities

Name: _____________________________________________

Children's Names and Ages: __________________________

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Moved from: ________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________________________

Email Address: _____________________________________

Husband is employed by: _____________________________

Work phone: _______________________________________

Wife is employed by: ________________________________

Work phone: _______________________________________

Welcome Packets – Don’t ForgetThe Civic Club wants to make sure that every

new resident gets a warm “hello” and helping hand. A neighborhood Welcome Packet delivered by a smiling face accomplishes both. If you know of a new resident on your street, please contact Heidi Baty at 281-235-6621. The packets include a CF directory, a CFWC newsletter and other helpful information about the community that can aid new residents.

CFWC Sunshine and WelcomeChampion Forest Women’s Club would love to share

the sunshine in your life. If you are new to the neighborhood, we would like to come by and give you a welcome gift. If you are a new parent or grandparent, please send us a picture and information to brighten up the newsletter. We would like to share anything that brings sunshine into your life. Call CFWC Laura Smith at 281-374-0909 or email Marilou Schopper at [email protected].

Got News?Email your news to [email protected] or drop it in the front porch mailbox at 9103 Herts Road.


Garden Club neWs Champion Forest

Garden ClubexeCutive board

President .............................................................................Anita MartinFirst Vice President – Yearbook .......................................Sally BlackhallSecond Vice President – Programs ............................. Donna McDaniel Third Vice President – Membership...................................Dawn TurlakSecretary ......................................................................... Kathy HughsonTreasurer ................................................................................Ruth LynchClub Delegate ........................................................................Chris AganParliamentarian .............................................................. Wendy FryfogleHistorian ........................................................................... Barbara Smith

mission statement

The Champion Forest Garden Club (CFGC) is a neighborhood special interest organization chartered in 1978. The mission of the CFGC is to stimulate knowledge and love of gardening and floral design, to encourage civic beautification, to promote conservation of our surrounding natural resources and to foster a close community spirit. The CFGC fulfills this mission by hosting monthly meetings and periodic field trips throughout the year, along with various community projects such as our Arbor Day celebration. Meetings are held monthly at a member’s home. Board members are elected annually. To get involved, please contact the membership chairperson.

“Growing Green”I hope all of you are trying your best to keep your grass,

plants and trees well watered. Little did I know, when I wrote the July Garden Club news the end of May, that we would have no rain during the month of June, and you would not need to know how to keep mosquitoes out of your yard. But when the rains finally come, the mosquitoes will come also, and I hope you will be prepared.

I am sure many of you are just trying to stay inside and keep cool now. Perhaps you are cleaning out kitchen cabinets, closets, storage cabinets, or your garden storage area. Before you throw anything away, think about recycling it for your garden! Yes, you can use old pots and pans and even bent forks in your garden. I hope you will enjoy reading the recycling ideas below and even try one or two.

Recycling for the GardenOld pots and pans, cracked bird baths, and even worn out old shoes can make unique planters. Paint them bright colors or even paint flowers on them and set them in your garden. Make sure you put a drainage hole in the bottom.

Old bent forks make clever plant marker holders. Just weave the seed packet or plant marker through the tines of the fork and stick the handle in the ground. You can also use old spatulas and wooden spoons. Just write the name of the plant with a permanent marker on your spoon or spatula and stick the handle in the ground.

Gather smooth flat rocks (white rocks look best) and paint the name of herbs or plants on the rocks. Place each rock by the plant named on it. If the rock is large enough, you can paint a picture of the herb or flower on

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If your garden gloves wear out at the finger tips, simply turn your gloves wrong side out. Put duct tape over each worn-out finger of your gloves. Turn them back, and they will last you twice as long.

When changing the water in your fish aquarium, don’t throw the water out! Use the aquarium water on your houseplants or outdoor plants. It saves water and gives your plants a little fertilizer boost.

Recycle your empty vegetable cans and turn them into classy-looking herb containers. Just pierce the bottom with a bottle opener for drainage. Chives will look good in a green bean can or parsley in a soup can. A red Folgers coffee container makes a pretty pot for a small tomato plant. Tie some raffia around the container and give it as a gift!

When looking for ways to save potting soil mix and keep large containers from becoming too heavy, try using crushed aluminum cans in the bottom. Simply place several crushed cans in the bottom of your large pot and cover with landscape or shade fabric. Then pour in potting soil, add your plant and water. Don’t worry if you over water. The pot will drain freely.

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Instead of purchasing expensive watering bulbs, use short pieces (about 12” long) of PVC pipe. Stick one end of the pipe in your flower pot. Fill the pipe with water. If you are going to be gone a few days, you can turn a large plastic bottle full of water upside down into the pipe. The water will last for several days.

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Can’t Garden Much Because of the Heat?

Why Don’t You Plan Your Fall Garden Online? (With the best resources: those right here in our region.)

Antique Rose Emporium – Old garden roses www.weareroses.com

Yucca Do Nursery – Native and unusual plants www.yuccado.com

Willhite Seed – Wildflower seeds, gifts www.wildseedfarms.com

Stokes Tropicals – Heliconias, plumeria, bromeliads and other exotics www.stokestropicals.com

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The Champion Forest Garden Club is eager to assist the Pearl Fincher Museum each year with a small landscaping project. We learned from Jesse Starkey that the museum was in need of summer color in the bedding areas. Linn Smyth and Anita Martin toured the outside of the museum and decided yellow lantanas would add color throughout most of the year. Lantanas are easy to care for and will even come back the following spring if the winter is not too cold. We also noticed the vacant area to the side of the museum’s west door. We hoped we could provide large decorator containers with plants for the vacant area in addition to the lantanas and still be within our budget. Garden Club member Paula Anderson

graciously offered agave plants from her yard for the containers. Jesse liked our plans, so we went shopping.

We found beautiful large lantana plants and decorative containers at Plants for All Seasons on Hwy. 249. Sherry Harrah, plant specialist, helped us with our selections. She said, “Pick out what you want, and I will try to keep it in your budget.” Linn and I selected three beautiful large containers, 24 one-gallon yellow lantana plants, and a yellow fire-cracker fern to go in one of the containers. We also needed 10 bags of large rocks to cover the ground where the containers would go and 3 bags of soil, one for each container. The total retail was

The Pearl Beneficiary of Donations from CFGC and PFASChampion Forest Garden Club and Plants for All Seasons Provide Summer Color

and Decorative Containers for the Pearl Fincher Museum


$535...$200 over our budget. Sherry discounted the prices to keep within our budget.

A work morning was scheduled Thursday, June 11 at 8 a.m. for Garden Club members to plant the lantanas in the bedding areas and the agave and fire-cracker fern in the containers. The planting and watering of the plants was completed by 10 a.m.

Champion Forest Garden Club appreciates Plants for All Seasons working with us to provide the Pearl Fincher Museum with summer color in the bedding areas and the containers located now to the left of the west door. And thank you, Paula Anderson, for donating the large agave plants for two of the containers.

Anita Martin President, Champion Forest Garden Club

NOTE: Due to the camera limitations we were able to show only a portion of this beautiful yard. We encourage you to take the time to drive by this home and enjoy the entire yard. - the Publisher

Fred & Ellen Jones9402 Cypresswood

ConGratulations!

Yard of the Month


AugustKeep water out for the birds. If you don’t have a bird bath, you can use a large bake pan or shallow bowl. Put the bird bath in the shade and put fresh water in daily.

Thorough and less frequent watering is critical to your grass. Thorough watering encourages deeper root growth, gives plants a larger area from which to draw water, and limits surface roots.

Water trees under the entire canopy. Water them slow and long so the water will penetrate the soil several inches deep.

Watch for chinch bugs in the dry areas of your yard. The best way to keep chinch bugs out of your yard is to keep it well watered. If you do get chinch bugs, treat your yard immediately with a liquid insecticide. Repeat the treatment in 7 days and again in 14 days, to break the egg cycle.

You can prune expired crape myrtle blooms to encourage one last blast of blooms.

“Growing Green” TipA homemade weed killer is easy to make. Mix in a

pan 1 part salt and 3 parts vinegar. Stir and heat mixture until warm. Cool and put in a small sprayer and spray the weeds. This mixture will kill other plants also, so use it sparingly and with caution.

Happy gardening, Anita Martin

Champion Forest Garden Club

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Royal DisposalPlease contact Royal Disposal at 713-526-1536 for

information about disposal of automotive oils and other liquids, tires, electronics and large household appliances.

Garden T psCypress Forest

Public Utility Districtboard oF direCtors

Tom Petrick, President Linn Smyth, Vice President

Fred Jones, Secretary Greg DiCioccio, Assistant Secretary Jim Lynch, Assistant Vice President

mission statement

The Texas State Legislature created the Cypress Forest Public Utility District (CFPUD) in 1971. The mission of the CFPUD is to finance, construct, own and operate waterworks, wastewater, and drainage facilities and to provide such facilities and services to its customers. The CFPUD is governed by a five-member board of directors that is elected by the public and has staggered four-year terms. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the PUD Building on Champion Forest Drive. The CFPUD Board also hosts a regular Brown Bag Lunch for all interested residents. To get involved, please contact a Board member.


Are You Up to Speed on Plastic Recycling

in Our Neighborhood?In addition to paper products, metals and cans, the

Champion Forest neighborhood recycles plastic in our bins every Friday. Everybody with me so far? Well, it is time for us to get a bit more sophisticated in our recycling knowledge. The Cypress Forest PUD tells us that there is a number on the bottom of plastic bottles that signifies what type of plastic was used to make it, and indicates if it is recyclable.

The most common numbers are

#1 – PET plastic (milk jugs, detergent bottles);

#2 – HDPE plastic (food packaging, soda bottles); LDPE plastic (film plastic used in grocery bags or shrink wrap).

Yes to all!

Champion Forest

Civic Clubboard members

President ....................................................... John Shipp, 281-376-0240Vice President .........................................Ellen Thomson, 281-379-1925Treasurer ................................................... Winn Andrus, 281-370-8723Secretary ...................................................................................................Civic Events Coordinator ........................................................................Marquee Coordinator .......................... Maura Mulvehill, 281-379-5660Directory Chairman .......................................Heidi Baty, 281-257-2634

mission statement

The Champion Forest Civic Club (CFCC) is a neighborhood service organization chartered in 1995. The mission of the CFCC is to unite the community. The CFCC fulfills this mission by publishing a neighborhood directory, hosting a Halloween Happening, supporting National Neighbors’ Night Out, sponsoring the CF Annual Easter Egg Hunt, July 4th Parade, and other events throughout the year. The Civic Club also maintains the marquees at the entrances to Champion Forest.

CFCC collects $15 annual dues from all residents. Board members are elected every other year in October. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at 16215 Champion Forest Drive. To get involved, please contact any Board member.


Hightlights Red, White and BlueYou can see that the Champion Forest Civic Club started July 4th with a wonderful family parade

and party. Everyone posed for pictures as they saluted the red, white and blue. We can be so proud that Civic Club celebrated the day by donating $2,000 to our neighborhood fire department. Paying your yearly dues and buying the neighborhood directory makes events and donations like this possible. Congrats, Champion Forest and Civic Club!

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4th of July Celebration4th of July Celebration(continued on page 14)


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Job Well Done!Job Well Done!4th of July Celebration – continued



Job Well Done!Job Well Done!

John Shipp poses with our deputies and representatives from the fire department. Winn presents a $2,000 check in appreciation for a job well done.


Champion Forest Fund, inC.Homeowners' Association (HOA)

board members

President ...........................................................Todd Hardin, 281-655-0845Vice President .................................................Wally Bircher, 281-374-7422Secretary ............................................................. Barb Smith, 281-251-3093Treasurer .............................................................Heidi Beale, 281-370-0423Architectural Control ............................................ Jim Reed, 281-379-1610

Committee responsibilities

Neighborhood Watch ........................................................Jim Reed (HOA) Jacque Kern (CF Resident)Publicity ........................................................................................Barb SmithGrounds/Maintenance ...................................Wally Bircher & Barb SmithWebsite/Communication ............................................................ Heidi Beale

mission statement

The Champion Forest Fund, Inc. is a nonprofit tax-exempt corporation chartered in the State of Texas. The association was formed for the purpose of providing for the maintenance, preservation and architectural control of the residential lots within Champion Forest subdivision and promoting the safety, health and welfare of its residents.

Champion Forest Website

www.championforestonline.comLog on for the latest neighborhood and community news.

Consolidated manaGement serviCes (Cms)For all deed restriction or neighborhood maintenance questions,

contact CMS at 281-296-9775 (phone), 281-296-9788 (fax), or by email at [email protected].


Lieutenant Finley comes in disguise to make sure everything is going according to plan for our 4th of July parade.


hoa/Fund meetinG memo

Jim noted that the roofing guidelines on the website are being updated.

Jim Reed reporting for the “Neighborhood Watch” restated the concern about the number of BMVs that occurred last month. Please read the insert and the NW article for more information. Jim’s Neighborhood Watch article for this newsletter presents some guidelines for reacting to a “crime in progress.”

New Business

o CF Fund will pay for the removal of the graffiti at Dry Gully north of Herts Road.

o Everyone is concerned about the Champion Forest Disaster plan for hurricane season. Wally Bircher, Todd Hardin and Stella Wallack are the official contacts for Champion Forest. They will be communicating with the neighborhood through CF Connection (please sign up at championforestonline.com) and the signboards at the entrances to the area.

o If you have heavy trash, please call and make special arrangements for pickup.

Royal Disposal and Recycle – 713-526-1536

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Lieutenant Finley discussed his monthly report with emphasis on his concern over the number of unlocked vehicles parked in the neighborhood and related burglaries.

Fred Jones assured that the Raveneaux project is still moving forward. The PUD gave Mr. Jordan an extension (October 31) to finish his work on the closing items.

Barb Smith reported on “Grounds and Maintenance.” We have found it necessary to water one extra day a week because of the drought. The Earthscape crew has installed the new water conservation equipment on E5. This is an important step to conserving water in the neighborhood.

Jim Reed reporting for the “Architecture Committee” discussed 2 applications for home improvement.

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neiGhborhood WatCh neWsJoin the Team – “Every Neighbor Can Watch and Report!”

Mission StatementThe mission of the Champion Forest Neighborhood Watch Committee is to provide a community body to assist in the implementation and continuing improvement of Champion Forest security through evaluation, education, outreach and communication.

Neighborhood Watch Coordinators: J. Reed, J. Kern, J. Lynch and H. Charalambides

Burglaries from Parked VehiclesBurglary from a parked vehicle is increasing at an

alarming rate, and it may continue to increase unless we take precautions to prevent it. The preventative measure is to lock your vehicle and keep valuables out of sight!

Most of the stolen property is taken from vehicles left unlocked. Residents are encouraged to lock their vehicles when left unattended – even for a moment. It takes less than 30 seconds to open an unlocked car and be gone with your valued goodies. Valuables such as GPS units, laptops, cellular phones, bags and purses should be placed out of sight. It is easy to break a window and steal these items. You will lose the items and also have a broken window. If we all remember to lock our vehicles and keep those goodies out of sight, we can reduce this crime to zero.

The table below shows the crime rate for the past 3H years as reported by the Constable Patrol.

Annual 2009 2006 2007 2008 Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

Burglary of a Motor Vehicle

16 19 11 2 4 0 0 0 6

1st 2nd Total Projected Average for Quarter Quarter 1st Half Total 2006, 2007 2009 2009 2009 for 2009 & 2008

Burglary of a Motor Vehicle

6 6 12 24 15

Constable’s Dispatch281-376-3472


What To Do If You See a Crime in ProgressAny time when lives or property are in danger, a crime

in progress, or any other situation requiring law enforcement attention, you should call Constable’s Dispatch at 281-376-3472.

Three important steps:

Observe and make mental notes.Call the Constable’s Dispatch at 281-376-3472.Do not put yourself in danger.

If it is juvenile mischief, call the Constable at 281-376-3472. If you feel comfortable with a confrontation, you may tell them to stop. Knowing they have been seen may be enough to stop them. Do not put yourself in harm’s way!

If you see adults in the process of committing a crime, this is a different matter.

Remain calm. Maintain a safe distance. Make observations. Call the Constable’s Dispatch at 281-376-3472. If the Fire Department or EMS is needed, call 9-1-1.

If you do not see any weapons and if you feel you will not be threatened, you may yell at them to stop. Make observations and call the Constable at 281-376-3472. Do not put yourself in harm’s way!

If you do see weapons, do not let them see you. Make observations and call the Constable at 281-376-3472. Again, do not put yourself in harm’s way!

If you have a weapon, the best advice is not to confront the criminals with it. If they take your weapon away from you, you will be in a very bad situation.

When you witness a crime, your body’s tempo accelerates. The Constable’s Dispatch at 281-376-3472 should be written near your phone or in your phone’s memory. Be familiar with the list below, you will not have time to refer to this message.

What you should observe:

What is happening.When and where is it happening.What are they doing.Any physical characteristics such as height, weight, race, beard, or scars.Clothing description.How many people involved.Are there any weapons involved.Are the persons involved on foot or in a vehicle.Write down their vehicle license plate number/state, color, make, model, and any visible damage.If you have a camera handy, such as a cell phone, take pictures.If they are leaving, which way did they go.

The last word: Do not put yourself in harm’s way!

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r e m e m b e r …An Architectural Review Application must be submitted

BEFORE you begin any home improvements.

Contact Consolidated Management Services at 281-296-9775 (phone), 281-296-9788 (fax) or by email at [email protected] whenever you need assistance.

Back to School in Three WeeksThe long days of summer are again becoming shorter. Suitcases

are being unpacked, and the school year will soon resume. Brill Elementary on Herts Road will begin classes on August 24.

All residents are urged to practice these school safety rules:

Follow all speed restrictions posted in the school zones.

Extend every courtesy to the crossing guards and the children.

Bring your vehicle to a complete stop when school bus lights are flashing.

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Obey “No Parking” signs.

Pay close attention to children on the street. With few sidewalks present, children in our neighborhood often must walk along the roadside. Children are often not visible when they are behind or in front of vehicles. Please drive with extreme caution.

The vehicle traffic on Champion Drive can be quite congested at Herts Road at 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Do not try to pass on the right side (curb side) of the traffic. Children may be walking or biking on Champion Drive near the curb.

We wish all families, staff and neighbors a safe and happy school year!

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Save the DateNational Night Out

October 6


summary report

Under InvestigationBurglary of a Habitation16100 Blk. Craigshire Ct.

Burglary of a Motor Vehicle8500 Blk. Herts Rd.16000 Blk. Winchmore Hill Dr.9300 Blk. Godstone9500 Blk. Enstone Cr.16300 Blk. Knightrider Dr.16400 Blk. Shelby Ct.

Theft – Other8600 Blk. Herts Rd.

Criminal Mischief9600 Blk. Oxted Ln.15900 Blk. Guinstead Dr.

Disturbance – Family8600 Blk. Sterlingate Cr.

Disturbance – Other9300 Blk. New Forest Dr.

Other Calls16000 Blk. Algrave Ln.9700 Blk. Chipstead Ct.16118 Blk. Chasemore Dr.

Follow-up Investigations8500 Blk. Herts Rd.

Many residents in Champion Forest have not notified their alarm companies as to which law enforcement agency to notify should the need arise. Please contact your alarm company and instruct them to contact the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Department at 281-376-3472 should your burglar alarm activate or you hit the panic button and need law enforcement for an emergency.

There are registered sex offenders living in many neighborhoods. For more information, go to www.familywatchdog.us and follow the links.

Constable’s patrol aCtivity report

June 2009Type of ActivityBurglary of a Habitation .......................................................1Burglary of a Motor Vehicle .................................................6Theft from a Habitation .......................................................0Theft of a Motor Vehicle ......................................................0Theft - Other .........................................................................1Robbery .................................................................................0Assault ...................................................................................0Sexual Assault .......................................................................0Criminal Mischief .................................................................3Disturbance - Family .............................................................2Disturbance - Juvenile ..........................................................4Disturbance - Other ..............................................................9Alarms .................................................................................59Suspicious Vehicles .............................................................11Suspicious Persons ...............................................................13Runaways ...............................................................................0Telephone Harassment .........................................................0Other Calls ..........................................................................35

Disclaimer: The information contained in the Contract Summary Report is provided by the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office. The Champion Forest Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") is not responsible for the content of the CF Patrol Contract Summary and Activity Reports, and the Fund disclaims and denies any and all liability therefor.

Sign up with the CF Connection and receive email alerts, tips and education by going to:

http://www.championforestonline.com/news/index.html


From a NWS “Drought Information Statement”:

Strong upper level ridging has remained virtually locked over the southern plains since early May. Record warmth and limited rainfall. Southeast Texas did receive very welcome rainfall on Tuesday, July 7, but the amounts and duration were not sufficient to end the late spring and early summer drought. The drought has been made more intense by the unseasonably warm (hot) temperatures that have plagued the region. The first week of July has averaged 2 to 3 degrees warmer than normal along the coast and a mind blowing 5 to 6 degrees warmer than normal inland. In Houston…July 2009 is averaging 88.4 degrees which is only 0.3 degrees cooler than the scorching hot July 1980.

How dry has it been? Earlier this summer Houston went 31 consecutive days without measurable rain. Here are the driest totals recorded May 1 through July 12 for our three primary climate sites:

May 1 Through July 12 Rain Totals

Houston College Station Galveston

1.02 in 1931 0.19 in 1998 0.77 in 2009

2.13 in 2009 0.52 in 1934 1.71 in 1897

3.17 in 1998 1.41 in 2009 1.90 in 1956

3.18 in 1915 2.05 in 1925 2.07 in 2008

3.21 in 1901 2.42 in 1917 2.18 in 1958

College Station only received a trace of rain in June which tied for the driest June in recorded history…May and June are typically two of the wettest months of the year, so this extended drought is of great concern. Following is a table with rainfall and rainfall deficits (through July 8) for a few sites across southeast Texas. Please note the April rainfall compared to the rest of the months.


Houston Intercontinental Airport

Month Rain Dep Percent of Normal

Jan 0.49 -3.19 13.3 Percent

Feb 1.52 -1.46 51.0 Percent

Mar 4.08 +0.72 121.4 Percent

Apr 10.38 +6.78 288.3 Percent

May 0.38 -4.77 7.5 Percent

Jun 0.27 -5.08 5.0 Percent

Jul 1.48 +0.07 105.0 Percent

Total 18.60 -6.93 72.9 Percent

Houston Hobby Airport

Month Rain Dep Percent of Normal

Jan 0.37 -3.88 8.7 Percent

Feb 1.18 -1.83 39.2 Percent

Mar 2.52 -0.67 70.5 Percent

Apr 15.61 +12.15 451.1 Percent

May 0.66 -4.45 12.9 Percent

Jun 1.39 -5.45 20.3 Percent

Jul 1.20 -0.78 61.0 Percent

Total 22.93 -4.91 82.3 Percent

As of July 7, 2009…the U.S. drought monitor indicated that exceptional drought conditions were affecting parts of Jackson…Burleson…Colorado…Matagorda and Wharton Counties. Extreme drought conditions were affecting parts of Brazos…Grimes…Madison…Waller…Washington…Harris and Fort Bend Counties.

Severe drought conditions were affecting parts of Trinity…Houston…Walker…Montgomery…Liberty…Chambers…Galveston and San Jacinto Counties.

Hydrologic Impacts…Recent rainfall has helped to replenish Lake Livingston and Lake Houston, but drier conditions over central Texas have allowed lake levels to drop at Lake Somerville and Lake Texana.

Watershed Capacity

Lake Livingston 100 PercentLake Conroe 96 PercentHouston County Lake 93 PercentLake Houston 100 PercentLake Somerville 80 PercentLake Texana 64 Percent

For more information on this hot, dry topic, check out the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Burn Ban Page and its interesting links at http://www.hcfmo.net/burnbans.aspx.


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HP Awards Winning Grant with Technology, Technology, Technology!

Congratulations to Krimmel and Hildebrandt intermediate schools. HP has notified them that they will receive the 2009 HP Innovations in Education Grant as one of only three grants awarded in Texas this spring. The winning grant is called “Digital Fusion: Two Schools, One Vision – Collaboration.” Other Texas winners are in Harlingen and Lewisville school districts.

The purpose of the grants is to improve student achievement by using technology to enhance learning experiences. Grant recipients receive HP products, professional development, and funds to put technology into classrooms to transform teaching, learning, and collaboration. Through the HP program, innovative teachers share ideas and best practices in areas such as online learning, virtual worlds, and simulations.

Purchase Pavers as Part of Tribute The Klein Education Foundation invites alumni of all

four KISD high schools and employees/former employees of the district to purchase pavers for the district’s Alumni Tribute Garden. The garden will be located at 7200 Spring Cypress Road on the site of the district’s original high school, currently the site of the KISD Network Operations Center.

The cost of pavers is $100 with a $25 discount offered for persons over 65. Benches may be purchased for $1,500. Pavers and benches may be personalized for an individual graduate or employee or a family which has multiple graduates of KISD high schools.

For information, please contact Ms. Anne Vallette, the director of the foundation, at 832-249-4753 ([email protected]) or visit the district’s website at www.kleinisd.net. Click on Departments, Foundations, and Education Foundation. By clicking on the photo of the tree, you will find information about the garden.


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Klein Education Foundation Awards Much Needed Funding

Members of the Klein community and Klein ISD staff members participated in the Celebration Express on May 8 to award grants from the Klein Education Foundation. The foundation funded 18 grants this semester for a total of $81,040. Since the fall of 2001 when the Klein Education Foundation was founded, the foundation has awarded $753,347 in grants. The funds teachers have gained through the grant process support the objectives of the school district, teaching to achieve academic excellence and build honorable character.

In addition to awarding grants, the education foundation has provided funding for other projects. As a part of the Klein Culture Fest, the foundation conducts an essay contest. Students have received $7,970 in prize money. In the area of professional development, the foundation has donated $80,000 for district professional development and $37,325 for convocation speakers who have encouraged excellence. The foundation has also funded $10,833 for Breakthrough Challenge Grants and $73,455 for Office Depot gift cards for all new-to-Klein teachers.

To obtain more information about the Klein Education Foundation, please call Ms. Anne Vallette at 832-249-4752 or contact her at [email protected].

“Reach Out to Dropouts Walk” Scheduled for September

On September 12, the Klein ISD will join other Houston-area school districts in the annual Expectation Graduation’s Reach Out to Dropouts Walk. The goal of this initiative is to increase graduation rates. Since the Reach Out to Dropouts Walk

was created in 2004, over 4,000 students in the Houston area have returned to school. In Klein, community volunteers and district employees will visit the homes of students who have not reenrolled for the 2009-2010 school year.

The purpose of the event is to reclaim students for our four high schools before they experience a sense of hopelessness as they fall further behind. Personal visits from volunteers in other districts have proven to be effective in persuading students that the day of the walk is their best opportunity to return to school with a commitment to earn a high school diploma. School personnel will be at the schools to assist students who are willing to reenroll on Saturday, September 12.



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Verification of Enrollment Required Before Your Driver Rolls!

Is your child planning to acquire or renew a driver’s license this summer? If so, please be aware that all applicants must show a “Verification of Enrollment and Attendance Form” to obtain a license. The information requested on the form is available only from the student’s school. The information is not available at the Klein ISD central office.

Parents may call the student’s school for information about obtaining assistance with the “Verification of Enrollment and Attendance Form” before the summer break or during the summer.

High school telephone numbers are as follows: Klein High (832-484-4000), Klein Forest (832-484-4500), Klein Oak (832-484-5000), and Klein Collins (832-484-5500).

KLEB New Student (6th Grade) Orientation and Supply Sale Dates

The Kleb New Student Orientation (including all incoming 6th graders) will be held on August 19 from 5-7 p.m.

The Kleb School Supply Sale will be held on Friday, August 14 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and again from 5-7 p.m.

There is a possibility that these dates may need to change due to the remodeling going on at Kleb this summer, so please check the Kleb website and/or the marquee to confirm these dates and times.

Klein ISD in the NewsWhere do you turn in the media for Klein news? Traditionally,

Klein ISD news can be found in the Houston Chronicle, the Klein/Champions Sun, and The Leader. An online newspaper, The Cypress Times, can be accessed at www.thecypresstimes.com. On the left menu bar, click on Klein ISD in the school section. On the Chronicle web page at www.chron.com, scroll to Neighborhood News and click Spring/Klein. The two editions of the Sun can be accessed at www.hcnonline.com. Click on Klein or Champions to find district news.

School Supply-Purchasing Assistance AvailableFamilies who need assistance in purchasing school supplies

should call the Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) to make an appointment for the required interview. The phone number to call for an appointment is 281-583-5600. Often a family needs services from more than one NAM program; the interview will determine the family’s needs and which resources can best address their needs. School supplies will be distributed on August 15.

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and can’t break the code?

Many parents feel your uncool pain. Redeem yourself. Throw some of this saavy shorthand into your next

message and leave ’em speechless (as if that could happen).

Dear Champion Forest Residents,

Once again, NCL will be participating in a food drive that will benefit Northwest Assistance Ministries. The Senior Class of 2010 will be placing bags on your doorstep a few days prior. But since Champion Forest is such a large neighborhood and we are a small class, we may miss some of your streets. If you do not receive one of our bags before the 29th, have no fear! You can still participate!

We hope that you will still help out NAM by dropping off any of your contributions to us at the Brill parking lot between 9-10 a.m. NAM needs nonperishable items and of course, cash contributions are always welcome. Thank you in advance for your participation in the NCL food drive for NAM.

Food Drive • August 29

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THNQ (Thank you)

J/K (Just kidding)

BCNU (Be seeing you)

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August Lunch Bunch: Butterfly Garden Certification

(August 12 from noon to 2 p.m.) – Farrar Stockton with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA) gives a presentation on the life cycles and migration habits of several species of local butterflies and moths. Farrar also discusses the relationship between butterflies and plants, and how these beautiful creatures can be attracted to any garden. The NABA Butterfly Garden Certification for home and school gardens will also be discussed. Bring a sack lunch to enjoy during the program. Please call ahead for reservations.

Continuing Education: Designing With Natives (August 18 from 10 a.m. to noon) – Diana Foss, urban wildlife biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department,

discusses how to design a landscape using native plants. Please call ahead for reservations.

Tropical Symposium (August 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) – If you are interested in tropical plants and growing them in your garden, plan now to participate in this annual day-long workshop that explores the world of tropical plants and creating a backyard paradise. A special sale of hard-to-find plants is offered to participants attending the symposium. Registration fee $40 for The Mercer Society members, $50 for nonmembers. Lunch is included.

Ongoing Bird Walk (Second Saturday of each month from

8:30-11 a.m.) – Take a guided walk through Mercer to discover the abundant bird life of the park. Bring binoculars, water, and comfortable walking shoes.

Mercer Bamboo Meetings (Fourth Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon.) – Monthly meetings feature hands-on training in Mercer’s bamboo garden. Bring a sack lunch to enjoy. Call to confirm meeting times for the month.

Piney Woods Wildlife Society (Third Tuesday of each month from 7:30-9 p.m.) – This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the study of birds and other wildlife and protecting the environment. The Piney Woods Wildlife Society is on summer break; meetings resume in September.

Chrysanthemum Society (Fourth Friday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.) – These monthly meetings include discussions about growing chrysanthemums and floral arranging. The society also provides plants for Mercer’s collection. Call 281-443-8731 for more information.

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic GardensMercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, a Harris County Precinct 4 facility under the leadership of Commissioner Jerry Eversole, is located at 22306 Aldine Westfield Road, one mile north of FM 1960. Harris County Precinct 4 programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, sex, religion, national origin, or physical ability. Anyone requiring special assistance to participate in any program or wanting to obtain additional information should contact Mercer at 281-443-8731 or on the web at www.hcp4.net/mercer/index.htm.


Star-Lit! Series Brings in the Stars!The season begins on September 20 with The Four

Freshmen. In October, Cherryholmes, a Grammy-nominated bluegrass group, will bring lots of energy to the stage. The Houston Symphony will return for New Year’s Eve and Celtic Crossroads will make their Centrum debut in January, featuring a fusion of various forms of Celtic music with dancing. The legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform in March, and Aaron Neville & His Quintet featuring Charles Neville will close the season on a soulful note. Season tickets on sale now!

Family Series Features Fun!The Family Series has the kind of concerts that you will

love to bring your children (or grandchildren) to because they feature wholesome, family-friendly entertainment. The season begins in October with Theatre IV’s musical rendition of Jungle Book, sure to delight both the young and young at heart. Back by popular demand, Trout Fishing in America comes to the Centrum stage in February. In April, Thaddeus Rex closes out the Family Series season with flare and a sincere celebration of reading! Season tickets start at $20.

Promenade Series! The Promenade Series continues with nine Tuesday

afternoon concerts plus one Saturday evening. The season will feature a Dons & Divas operatic performance, Dance of Asian America, the University of Houston Concert Chorale with conductor Betsy Weber, Carnaval Guitar Duo, The Rob Landes Trio (an early Valentine’s treat!), A World of Song with Swedish guest conductor Robert Sund (Saturday evening only), Fantastic

Fourhand featuring pianists Jay Whatley and Sharon Goldsberry, baritone Weston Hurt, the Konishi-Jiang-Fardet Trio, and more.

Promenade Series season tickets ordered before August 25 are just $60 for individuals and $175 for families. After August 25, individual season tickets will be $70 and family season tickets will be $200.

Free Children’s Series continues…Once again we present the finest in young audience

programming for free! Don’t miss the Houston Grand Opera’s “Opera To Go!” production of Hansel & Gretel on October 10, the Carranza Puppets production of Pinocchio on November 14, the A.D. Players acting out The Secret Garden on January 30, or the ArtsPower production of Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Class Clown on March 27. All concerts take place on a Saturday at 10 a.m.

For more information: Cypresscreekface.org • Box office: 281-440 4850

F.A.C.E. Announces New SeasonF.A.C.E. is the Cypress Creek Foundation for the Arts and Community Enrichment. This nonprofit foundation was established in 1997 to provide top quality concerts and educational opportunities for all members of the community. Performances take place in the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center’s magnificent 885-seat performance hall, The Centrum, conveniently located for Champion Forest residents next to the Barbara Bush Library near Myer Park. It is such a jewel in Houston’s northwest. – Editor


NAM’s Jeans & Jewels Gala Set for Fall

Community members are invited to attend the 11th annual Jeans & Jewels…A Texas Size Party on Saturday, October 24, at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott.

The gala is the largest fund-raising event for Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM), and proceeds benefit community members in need. NAM is a nonprofit, community-based, multi-program social service agency that strives to supply basic human needs through Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

The gala features a three-course dinner, as well as a live auction, a silent auction, and a raffle.

This year’s event co-chairs are Diane Porter and Dana Hines, and they are seeking sponsors, volunteers and auction item donations to help raise funds for NAM’s programs and services. Gala honorees are Jackie and Pat Riley, nominated for their lifetime commitment to philanthropy, volunteerism and compassionate leadership.

This year’s raffle features a His and Hers fine jewelry set from Shannon Fine Jewelry. Tickets for the raffle are on sale now for $20 each or six for $100. Tickets to the gala are $175, and table sponsorships range from $1,750-$25,000. To purchase tickets, contact Tanecia Snid at [email protected] or 281-885-4608.

NAM is supported by 47 congregations, 17 Service Partner organizations and more than 140 businesses Community Partners.

Run/Walk – kids’ 1kSaturday, September 12

7:30 a.m.

Register online: www.bearkatbash.com

Contact: Cindy Waters at 713-376-2754 or [email protected].


Most youth in the Tomball, Cypress and Klein school districts who play on their school tennis team, attain top state and national rankings and earn college scholarships, started playing matches in our Junior Team Tennis League. The Northwest Youth Tennis Association (NWYTA) encourages even the youngest player to develop tennis skills and good sportsmanship attitudes as a team member in this affordable league. For just $25.00, kids get six to eight weeks of matches, a T-shirt, a USTA membership or renewal, the season’s end award/fun event and winners’ trophies.

NWYTA welcomes youth up to 18 years old who already know how to play tennis. We do not teach tennis, but support the work of area tennis professionals by giving the youth a chance to practice what they learn in their lessons. Teams, set by age and ability, play out of their own neighborhood or local clubs against other clubs and neighborhoods. NWYTA can help you build a neighborhood team or place you on a team elsewhere. Winners at our local level could advance to regional, state and national championships.

NORTHWEST YOUTH TENNIS ASSOCIATIONJunior Team Tennis League – a $25 bargain!

Registration for the 2009 fall season closes August 31. Play begins in mid-September, ending with playoffs and a fun awards event in November.

If your kids already know the basics of tennis, or if they are more advanced and want to sharpen their skills for school or individual tennis competition, visit www.nwyta.org to see how to register.

If you have any questions, please contact Coordinator Kellie Vazquez at 281-723-5643.

If you have pictures of you and your family at work or play, volunteering or pursuing interests above and beyond, please submit them to Marilou at [email protected]. We would love to have the shutterbug catch you or your children for all your neighbors to see!

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Please Note: Law enforcement agencies advise that publishing children’s contact information on the Internet compromises their security. For this reason, the teenage job seekers list has been omitted from the online version of your newsletter.

ClassiFied adsYouth ServiceSFind your new champion Forest Baby-sitter,

Lawn care or Pet care provider here!B – Baby-sitting c – car Detailing e – entertainment, Piano, Singing L – Lawncare o – odd Jobs P – Pet care

PS – Pool Service S – Party Serving and clean-up SW – Swim Lessons W – Pressure Washing

* Klein vol. Fire Dept. certified

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For Sale: 8 days/7 nights at Cabo San Lucas timeshare. Dates reserved 11/14-11/21/09 (Saturday to Saturday). Accommodates two adults, $750. Please call 281-772-5218 if interested.

Moving Sale! We are moving back to Europe after one year spent in the beautiful neighborhood of Champion Forest. We are selling IKEA furniture (beds, chests, dining table, chairs and more…), 42” TV set, two cars and other items. Everything like new, almost all is only one year old. You can find a partial list at the following link: http://picasaweb.google.com/chiarafatini/EstateSale?feat=directlink. If you want to see the items, please contact me to get the detailed address and an appointment. We will be open on Saturday, August 15 from 8 a.m. till 5 p.m. For more information contact Silvio Sferruzza at [email protected] or 832-212-7572 (7 a.m.-3 p.m.).

Free Notary Service to Home-bound Champion Forest Residents: As a service to our community and residents who are unable to leave their homes for notary service, I will provide the service at no charge. Contact Zulema Richards at [email protected] or 713-320-5869.

A local teacher, CF resident, is looking for a kind, caring CF woman to assist mother and be a companion on a part-time/full-time schedule. Call 281-376-2220, preferably evenings or weekends.

College girl’s accessories and furniture for dorm or apartment: Matching comforter, dust ruffle and shams for full-size mattress, matching small sofa bed, bedside table cover, bedside light, side chair and matching cushion. The entire matching set is adorable for a college girl. Call 281-376-2220.

Tutor: Former Klein ISD teacher, who misses working with students, is available for remedial and/or enrichment tutoring. State certified for pre-kindergarten through elementary age children. Character and professional references available. Please call Sandy Williams at 281-320-1243 (home) or 713-899-1918 (cell).

Pet LiaisonCall Ruth or Jim Lynch at 281-320-9570

to report a lost or found pet.


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Needed: CF resident is looking to hire someone to teach me Gregg shorthand. I will drive to locations outside of CF to take the instructions. Contact Zulema Richards at [email protected] or 713-320-5869.

Do you want to vacation near home? Gary and Cristy Hayes are renting their beach house in Sargent, Texas, to Champion Forest residents only. This could be the perfect get away for your family. For more information call Cristy at 281-257-3260.

For Sale: Sleeper sofa, queen size with a good mattress, in denim, great for a gameroom or college apartment, gently used and doesn’t fit the new decorating scheme, $300. Call Sally at 713-417-1591.

Fabrics! Fabrics! Fabrics! Designer fabrics remaining from a past business from ½-yard pieces to 20 yards. Great for crafts, pillows, upholstery, quilts and drapery. Please call 281-370-4486 for appointment.

For Sale: HP Desk Jet 940c color, ink jet printer, great condition, comes with cables, disc and cords, $50; printer/scanner/copier/fax machine (all in one), HP Laserjet 3015 with disc and cords, great condition, $60. All great – we just upgraded from XP to Vista Operating System, and they are no longer compatible. Great deals! Call Marilou at 713-302-8851.

Wanted: Music…Vinyl records, LPs. If you want to get rid of those old records you have never used for ages and never will, please call me and I’ll be glad to come and buy them from you! I am your neighbor and my hobby is collecting and listening to records. I am interested in LPs/33s vinyl records and collections of all kinds of music: jazz, rock, blues and mostly progressive music from all over the world (not interested in classical, country or pop/easy listening music). If you want to get rid of your turntable, I’ll help you with that too. Thanks. Call John at (cell) 832-368-4543, email [email protected] or Helen at (cell) 713-458-0907, email [email protected].

Needed: Champion Forest resident to serve as a companion and assistant for a parent/Klein teacher. Please call 713-502-5669.

Piano Teacher: Experienced with all ages, National Guild Teacher certification, in your neighborhood. Call Diane Cameron at 281-376-3804.

For Sale: Bathtub purchased from upscale plumbing company. Spa shape, no jets. Wonderful tub, won’t fit in my remodel application, ouch! The plumbing company has changed names, and there are no returns allowed. Ouch! Paid $420, will take $300 or best offer, bisque color, never used. It is sitting in my garage waiting for a home. Call Marilou at 713-302-8851.

Editor’s Note: The Champion Forest newsletter’s classified ads are available at no charge for resident personal property wanted or for sale, or for resident services that directly help the children of Champion Forest. Submitted ads are run in the newsletter at the discretion of the editor. The Champion Forest Women’s Club board of directors will hear an appeal to the editor’s decision. Thank you.


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Animals Dead in Public Roadway –

Commissioner Eversole’s Office .......... 281-353-8424Loose – Animal & Rabies Control ........ 281-888-3191

Electricity CenterPoint Energy ................................ 713-659-2111

Garbage and Recycling Royal Disposal and Recycle ................... 713-526-1536

Gas CenterPoint Energy ................................ 713-659-2111

Mosquitos Harris County Mosquito Control ........... 713-440-4800

Neighborhood Eyesore Consolidated Management Services . .... 281-296-9775

Phone Repair Southwestern Bell Telephone .............1-800-246-8464

Security (Nonemergency) Constable’s Dispatch .....281-376-3472

StreetCurb Repair, Street Repair, Signs, Sweeping

Commissioner Eversole's Office .............. 281-353-8424Traffic Signals

Houston Transtar ..................................... 713-881-3210

Street LampsReliant Energy ............................................ 713-207-2222

Water Cypress Forest P.U.D. .............................. 713-405-1760

Emergency? Call 9-1-1.

You GOTTA PROBLEM?

CF Lost and Found If you’ve found a lost item and would like to try to get it back to its owner, please contact Kathy Lawrence at 281-370-6925.


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