Terra Nova - May 2014

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VOLUME 2, ISSUE 5 TERRA NOVA OFFICIAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER MAY 2014

CATN HOA APRIL MEETING REPORT

Spring Quarterly HOA Meeting:The first Quarterly HOA meeting of 2014 was held on

Thursday, March 6, 2014. Discussion during this meeting revolved around preparations for the upcoming pool season. Mike Usimaki from Quality Aquatics Pool Management completed a walkthrough safety inspection of the pool area. No code violations were identified. Steps for the lifeguard stands have been ordered, so the stands can be repaired before the start of the season. New signage for the clubhouse reminding renters to clean up after themselves was approved; additional signage for the pool and park areas was also approved. Bids for power washing of the pool decking will be available for review by the April meeting.

During the Member Forum, a home owner brought up an issue regarding the placement of a rolloff container in the lawn area of a house undergoing renovation. The request was made to move the container from the yard to the driveway of the property.

April Regular HOA Meeting:The regular HOA meeting for the month of April was held

on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Representatives from Houston Concrete Solutions (HCS) presented the Board with a proposal to repair and resurface the concrete decking in the pool area with a textured overlay. After leveling the concrete, repairing any cracks and resealing the expansion joints, HCS would power wash the decking, spray on a base coat resin, followed

by a layer of colorfast acrylic paint chips, which would provide color and texture to the area. The area would then be finished with an acrylic top coat to seal the textured overlay. HCS provides a 5-year warrantee against chipping, flaking or bond failure on the overlay, and a 3-year warrantee on the expansion joints. Cracks and stains are not included in the warrantee, but cracks are repairable and stains should not set in if they are cleaned up. HCS also provides a maintenance service contract, which includes scheduled inspections and pressure washing.

With respect to ongoing HOA business, the board reported that landscaping work in Sabrina Park had been completed and that new LED lights would be installed before the next meeting. Three bids for the installation of security cameras were discussed, and the Board tentatively approved a bid from Central Security Group, pending information from the company on camera maintenance. Discussions regarding revision of the bylaws are ongoing. Issues under consideration are

1) the number of board members positions – currently, there are seven board positions (5 directors – voting, and secretary and treasurer, non-voting); the committee is considering reducing the number of positions from seven to five (three directors, secretary and treasurer, all voting positions)

2) the amount of time of a director’s term – currently, directors serve two-year terms. The committee is considering changing this to a three-year term.

3) HOA meeting structure – instead of four -quarterly meetings and eight regular, monthly meetings, the committee is considering holding one annual meeting and eleven regular monthly meetings.

Disclaimer: The reports given above are NOT a record of minutes for the CATN meetings. The official minutes can be obtained from Andy Armstrong ([email protected]) once they have been approved by the Board of Directors.

The next regular monthly meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 7:30p.m. All residents are encouraged to attend.

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IMPORTANT NUMBERSMANAGEMENT COMPANY

Community Asset Management, Inc9802 F.M. 1960 Bypass W., #210

Humble, Texas 77338281.852.1155

DIRECTORSSamantha Heaton........Director of Legal and Deed Restrictions832-372-0762.....................................samheaton@comcast.netMelanie Breed...................................Director of the Clubhouse281-320-8353...........................................meeb@sbcglobal.netDebra Cariss...........................................Director of Recreation823-559-1990..................................mutts.cariss@sbcglobal.netTrey Marrs............................Director of Insurance and Security281-257-4233........................................wimarrs@hotmail.comL. “Gio” Giovanangelo........Director of Trash and Maintenance281-376-9958........................................giovannangelo@att.netBill Newman...............................................................Treasurer713-907-5052................................newman77379@yahoo.comJoan Moreno...............................................................Secretary281-782-8660.......................................dunmor63@gmail.com

WELCOMING COMMITTEEMelanie Breed.....................281.320.8353,[email protected] Debra Cariss.............832.559.1990, [email protected] Joann Cash.....................281.251.3427, [email protected]

NEIGHBORHOOD NUMBERSMarquee Postings...................................giovannangelo@att.netPool Maintenance and Lifeguards........................832-557-1217Poison Control Center.........................................800-222-1222Reliant Energy......................................................800.332.7143

NEWSLETTEREditor...............................................................Susan Tsujimoto...............................................................tnnewdirt@gmail.comNewsletter Publisher.....................................................Peel Inc.............................................................................888.687.6444Advertising...............888.687.6444, [email protected]

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All articles for the May issue of the New Dirt should be sent to the editor ([email protected]) by May 6, 2014.

Bulletin BoardTerra Nova

MAY HOA MEETINGA regular monthly meeting of the Civic Association of Terra

Nova will be held at the Terra Nova Clubhouse (5200 Woodville Lane) on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 7:30p.m. All residents are encouraged to attend.

TERRA NOVA PHONE DIRECTORYThe 2014 Terra Nova Directory is now available. You may get

your copy in either of two ways: 1) by email - contact Melanie Breed at [email protected], or 2) in print - call Melanie at 281-320-8353.

TERRA NOVA WELCOME COMMITTEEThe TN Welcome Committee works very hard to greet every

new neighbor and could really use your help. If you notice someone new moving in on your street, please contact us. We have a care package, containing important documents and gift, to welcome each new neighbor into the community. Our contact information is as follows:

Joann Cash 281-251-3427 [email protected] Breed 281-320-8353 [email protected] Cariss 832-559-1990 [email protected]

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESYARD OF THE MONTH JUDGES

Terra Nova is looking for volunteers to take over Yard of the Month. If you are interested, please contact Debby Cariss at [email protected] or call 832-559-1990. The position is open home owners as well as renters.

PARTY PLANNERS Volunteers are needed to help with the Memorial Day pool

party. Please contact Pam Marrs at [email protected] or 832-287-2169 if you can help.


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Around the Neighborhood

Community WebsiteTERRA NOVA

The new Terra Nova website is up and running. Direct your browser to terranovatx.org to find out what’s happening in your community. The CATN HOA website has contains information for TN residents, including bylaws and deed restrictions, clubhouse rental information, architectural committee requests forms, current postings of upcoming events and much, much more. There is no need to register or sign in, and the site is easy to navigate. Check it out!

MEMORIAL DAY POOL PARTY PLANNED Terra Nova HOA will have a party at the pool from 11:00 AM

– 2:00 PM on Memorial Day – Monday May 26, 2014. Food, drinks, games and fun for everyone. Join us for a party to celebrate the start of summer season!! Volunteers are needed to help with the pool party. Please contact Pam Marrs at [email protected] or 832-287-2169 if you can help.

POOL TAG DISTRIBUTION IN PROGRESSThe pool tags that were handed out last year are good for both the

2013 & 2014 pool seasons. If you still have last year’s tags, you do NOT need new ones. If you did not receive a pool tag last year, or if you lost them, stop by Debby Cariss’ residence at 18103 Fireside Drive to obtain new ones. Please do NOT wait until the last minute to get your pool tags.

ASSISTED LIVING CENTER OPENING SOONCypresswood Senior Living Center, a small assisted living center

currently under development on Cypresswood Drive, will be opening early to mid-summer. Although the center is adjacent to Terra Nova, there will be no street entry into the neighborhood.


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The Terra Nova April yard of the Month winners are 25-year residents Kathleen and Sidney Blumenthal at 5310 Summerfield Lane. This lovely home and yard shows years of care. The azaleas are all in bloom! WOW!! The pink and purple explosion of colors is a real show stopper. The stone lined beds contain a nice variety of plants that include agapanthus and hens and chickens (that's what my grandma called them). The lawn, sago palms and trees are well manicured and healthy. The flowerbeds extend around both sides of their house. Please stop and take a look at this lovely home.

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POOL HOURSSUMMER

SPECIAL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKENDPOOL HOURS:

Saturday--May 24th--10am-8:45pmSunday--May 25th--1pm-8:45pm

Monday--May 26th--Memorial Day--10am-7:45pm

The pool will open for regular hours a week later,beginning on Saturday, June 7th.

Regular pool hours are as follows: CLOSED every Monday

OPEN--Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday--1pm-8:45pmOPEN--Friday & Saturday--10am-8:45pm

OPEN-- Sunday--1pm-7:45p

Barbara Bush Library Book Clubs – May Meetings

At the Library

Evening Book ClubOn May 13, from 7:00 – 8:45 PM the Evening Book Club will

discuss the book "A Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar: a novel" by Susanne Joinson. The club will meet in the Women's Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor). All are welcome, bring a friend.

Great Books Discussion GroupOn May 19, from 7:00- 8:45 PM the Great Books Discussion

Group will meet in the Women's Council of Realtors Conf. Rm. (2nd Floor) to discuss "Faust" part one by Goethe. The Great Books Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of each month.

Afternoon Book Discussion GroupThe Afternoon Book Club will meet on two dates in May to

discuss "The Signature of All Things” by Elizabeth Gilbert. The first meeting will be held on May 22 from 1:30 - 3:30 PM, in the Earl Elliot Room (Foyer). A second meeting will be held on May 23 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the Women's Council of Realtors Conference Room (2nd Floor).

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KISD News BriefsMark your calendars:

Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day Holiday – school’s closed Monday June 6 - Inclement Weather Make-up Day & Last

Day of Classes Tuesday, June 7 – High School Graduation

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!!

The Recipe BoxSusan Tsujimoto, Editor

Summer’s almost here, and it’s time to dust (the pollen!!) off those grills. With Memorial Day being the unofficial kick-off to summer, I thought I’d share a chicken recipe with a good BBQ sauce that’s not too sweet and not too tangy. Get grilling’!!

Grilled Chicken with BBQ Sauce

1 ½ tbsp olive oil¼ c onion, finely diced2 cloves garlic, minced

5 tbsp ketchup3 tbsp honey

3 tbsp brown sugar2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauceSalt and pepper to taste

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Instructions:For the sauce - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium

heat. Sauté onions and garlic until tender. Stir in ketchup honey, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes to thicken. Remove skillet from heat and set aside.

To grilling – Heat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Dip chicken in sauce, and turn to coat. Cook on grill for 10 -15 minutes, turning once, Move chicken to the skillet with the remaining sauce and simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side.

BLOOD PRESSURE

TAKE CONTROL OF THE SILENT KILLER

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is sometimes called the silent killer because there are often no symptoms. That’s why keeping track of blood pressure is one of the most important things a person can do to stay healthy, said doctors at Baylor College of Medicine.

Left untreated, hypertension, can cause organ damage over time, leading to heart attack, blindness, kidney failure or stroke, said Dr. Biykem Bozkurt, professor of medicine at BCM.

Some factors that are associated with hypertension are diabetes, family history of hypertension, being overweight, taking in too much sodium, drinking excessive alcohol and smoking.

Generally a healthy reading is 120/80, and hypertension diagnosis is made at 140/90. People considered prehypertensive generally have readings that fall between 120/80 and 140/90.

Doctors always check blood pressure as part of appointments and there are also many locations where blood pressure machines are available for anyone to have their pressure checked. Bozkurt advises talking to a doctor to determine if your reading is at a healthy level rather than taking the machine's reading at face value.

“For a relatively healthy person not suffering from any other illnesses, only a few lifestyle changes like diet modifications and exercise may be needed,” said Bozkurt.


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