bay forest news - march 2013
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Newsletter of the Bay Forest Community AssociationTRANSCRIPT
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Easter Egg HuntSaturday, March 23rd
Beginning at 3:00 pm More info on Page 8
Volume 27, Number 2 March 2013
Monthly Board of Directors MeetingsMeetings of the BFCA Board of Directors are held on the third Monday of each month, January through November, at 6:00 pm. Meetings are open to all Bay Forest homeowners and held at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77062.
To reach the “Bay Forest Community Manager,” email [email protected] or call 832.224.6446. The new mailing address for the Bay Forest Community Association is 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062.
February 2013 Board MeetingA regular meeting of the Bay Forest Community Association (BFCA) Board of Directors was convened on February 18, 2013, at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church. Board members in attendance were Dennis Fouty, John Haas, Barbara McCollum, and Dan Pias. Community Manager Jared Simmons was also present. Business addressed included collections of annual assessments.
2013 Assessment Payment AnalysisIn our efforts to continuously improve our processes, we review data from numerous sources. During this review, the data on how our members elected to pay their annual assessments caught our eye. Since this was the first iteration in which we managed the process without having a property management company “in the middle,” it was important for us to understand the choices residents made in paying their assessments. Please see a summary (at the time of this writing) of the statistics below:
74% Mailed to lockbox (Dallas address)16% Mailed or delivered to local address 6% ePay Check 1% ePay Credit Card
We learned a lot of lessons from this exercise.
First, we learned to implement or introduce change slowly. For example, in years past the lockbox mailing address was a bank in Arizona. The Arizona address was not an option this year. The Arizona address was not published in the notice mailed to residents. There was no reference to the Arizona bank address anywhere in our communications. Nonetheless, more than a few checks were mailed to the Arizona address. We understand that folks follow old patterns, old habits are hard to break, and this is something we need to anticipate and plan for in the future.
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DAyligHt SAving tiMEbegins Sunday, March 10
Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour! Daylight Saving Time is also called summer time or daylight savings time. When DST is not observed, it is called standard time, normal time or winter time. This is a way of making better use of the daylight in the evenings by setting the clocks forward one hour during the longer days of summer, and back again in the fall. The clock moves ahead (losing one hour) in the spring when DST starts, and falls back one hour (gaining one hour) when DST ends in the fall. To remember which way the clock goes, keep in mind these sayings: “spring forward” and “fall back”.
Saturday, March 23rd
More info on Page 5
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Edrina Fitting and the Ladybug Realtors give back to Bay Forest and support our children from
elementary school through high school!Recently awarded the
Texas PTA Honorary Life Long Membership Award
1. Director of Committee: Bay Forest Yard of the Month
2. Chair person: Bay Forest Traffic and Speed Control Committee
3. Sponsor: Bay Forest Spring Crawfish Boil
4. Sponsor: Bay Forest Oktoberfest
5. Co-Sponsor: Bay Forest July 4th Bike Parade
6. Sponsor: Many of the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club Activities, such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Ice Cream Social at the Pool and the Halloween Fall Festival
7. Sponsor: Bay Forest News
8. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Band
9. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Academic Recognition
10. Sponsor: CLHS Band
11. Sponsor: CLHS Girls Golf
12. Sponsor: CLHS Baseball
13. Sponsor: CLHS Project Graduation
14. Sponsor: CLHS Quarterback Club
15. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Elementary School PTA
16. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Winter Wonderland
17. Platinum Sponsor: St Clare of Assisi Elementary School 2005-2006
18. Maintains a list of sub-contractors for Bay Forest homeowners to hire for needed repairs and replacements
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In addition, we learned that folks generally don’t choose the more expensive options – online ePay check and ePay credit card, in this case. We will reconsider whether we should offer either of these clearly less popular options in the future.
Finally, we learned that our residents follow directions. Our primary instruction was to mail payments to the lockbox in Dallas. And three-quarters of you did just that. We understand the power of suggestion. And we will remember that. Bay Forest Community Mailbox Replacement is HereOur mailbox replacement project is (finally) getting some traction. The new boxes are in a staging area and being readied for installation. We have been working with the US Postal Service to minimize the service disruption and homeowner inconvenience during the replacement of the mailboxes. Unfortunately, the Postal Service has the final word in how the replacement will occur. Our best information follow:
Day 1 – Postal Service removes mail from existing mailbox units. Day 2 – BFCA installs new concrete pads.Day 3 – BFCA installs new mailboxes/Postal Service assigns boxes to addresses. Day 4 – First day for homeowners to pick up new mailbox keys at the Post Office. Homeowners will be notified far in advance of the dates their mailboxes will be replaced. In fact, residents may already have seen signs at the Willow Shores/Purple Plum location. Homeowners will receive email messages advising of their specific conversion dates.
Benefits of replacement:• Mailbox units owned by BFCA and maintained to a high(er)
standard.• Increased size of residential mailboxes for most residents.• Increased number of parcel boxes per location (package
delivery has increased while letter delivery has decreased – those changes have been accommodated).
• Larger concrete pads to accommodate foot traffic and better access.
• Better drainage and curbing to prevent inflow of mud/other debris onto the pads.
• Located to best accommodate walk-up and drive-up access• Positioned to eliminate standing in the street to pick mail. What you can do:• If anyone has concerns or issues with the Post Office, please
advise us so we can address them while we’re working with them on this project.
• Please help us keep our new mailboxes looking nice by, for example, not taping signs to them (instead, please use the message board on the BFCA web site to share information about lost dogs, found cats, tutoring, etc.).
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Neighborhood News(BFCA continued from page 3)
• Be patient. This is a multi-year project that with available funding will include replacement of three locations per year. We have prioritized the replacements based on age of the currently installed mailboxes and the condition of the concrete pads.
Precious Metal theftsMembers of your board attended a Police Interaction Program meeting in February. They learned about the ease of converting precious metals (not copper which is a scrap metal) like the gold, silver, and platinum jewelry many of us have in our homes. It is often difficult to prove ownership of these items once they have been taken, and jewelry is easily transported and sold, which drives these break-ins and burglaries. The rate of these crimes continues to rise for a number of reasons. In fact, criminals previously dealing drugs have found a “better” gig…dealing stolen precious metal. The Houston Police Department has created a Precious Metals unit to help combat these crimes. Of course, all of the standard warnings still apply – keep doors locked, alarms set, and valuables out of sight. But they also warned that they have a difficult task of returning stolen items if victims don’t have a good inventory. The police recommended that citizens use www.leadsonline.com to inventory the items in their homes. This secure service is used by the HPD as well as by other law enforcement agencies. Following a burglary, an on-line inventory can be uploaded directly to the police department to aid the effort to recover the stolen goods. Home SecurityWhen a stranger comes to your door, make sure you acknowledge them. That doesn’t mean to unlock and open the door. Rather, call through the door or intercom so they know someone is home. Failure to let a potential burglars know the home is occupied may result in them walking round to the back of the home and kicking in the back door or window. This is good advice for women and children at home alone…always acknowledge the person at the door, but through the door. Help that potential “bad guy” to decide to move on.
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Bay Forest AnnualSPRING FLING
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4:00 to 6:00 pmThe Bay Forest Annual Spring Fling and Cajun Crawfish Festival will be held on Saturday, March 23rd from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Bay Forest Pool Park, in the Pavilion, immediately following the Mommies Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 3:00-4:00 pm. Please see a separate article on page 9 with details about the Easter Egg Hunt. If there is a rainout, the events will be held on Sunday, March 24th, following the same schedule.
This year, Abe’s Cajun Market & Cafe’ will be bringing the crawfish. There will also be Cajun sausage, corn on the cob, potatoes, beer, sodas and water. If you would like to bring a dessert to share, that would be great! Bring your lawn chairs and join the fun.
Abe's Cajun Market and Café (Resident), the Bay Forest Community Association, Edrina Fitting/Ladybug Realtors and North American Title are sponsoring the Annual Spring Fling Cajun Crawfish Boil this year.
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Blue Marlins Swim teamSwim Team Sign-ups are around the corner!
Are you interested in swimming? Maybe you like to swim for fun, or maybe you like to swim competitively? Then Blue Marlins summer swim is for YOU! Summer swim league is active during June, with optional swim practices in May. It is a short season and a great way to kick off your summer, swimming with your friends!
You do not have to be a professional swimmer, nor be involved with a local swim club. We are about “fun”! Meet your friends at the pool each week, exercise, and also improve your swim strokes. The Blue Marlins swim team invites all ages from kindergarten through high school, and live in either, Bay Oaks, Bay Forest, or Brook Forest. Start swimming in May, after school, then in the mornings in June! Come when you can, but consistent practice in encouraged.
Saturday morning swim meets occur in June (a total of 5), with friendly competition, and a great time with friends and family. Sign up for the meets of your choice, whether that includes all 5 of them, or just the ones you can attend.
Registration for the 2013 Summer Swim Season:Walk-up registration at the Bay Forest Pool - 15715 Lake Lodge orOn-line at www.bluemarlinsswimteam.org
Eligible swimmers must be between the ages of 5 and 18 years old by May 1st, and must be able to swim the length of the pool. (each swimmer has 2 full weeks to achieve this goal) Registration costs are $155 for the first swimmer in the family, $105 for the second swimmer and $80 for each additional swimmer thereafter.
Neighborhood swim leagues have been around for years, building wonderful childhood memories for many of us. We are encouraging all levels of swimming to join us! The Blue Marlins have a long standing tradition of excellence in swimming and welcome all that are interested. Go Mighty Marlins!!
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month
Recently I had occasion to go back through some old Yard of the Month files. I was once again so proud of all the hard work and effort that our Bay Forest residents put into their homes and yards. I thought I'd share with you some of our past (non-Holiday lights) winners so you can enjoy the diversity that makes up the Bay Forest Landscape. If you think your house (or your neighbor's!) belongs here, please submit the address to [email protected]. We really do consider and appreciate each and every nomination. Also, if you are interested in volunteering to join our committee, please send an e-mail with your contact information.
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it's Azalea season in Houston!As I drive around Bay Forest this time of year, I am always struck by how many homes have absolutely stunning Azalea displays. Here are a few facts and tips from the Yard of the Month Committee about Azaleas that you may or may not already know.
Azaleas:• are one of those plants that have been around forever. Humans
have been breeding and cultivating them for hundreds of years. As a result, there are thousands of Azalea variations available worldwide.
• thrive the world over and are considered native to Asia, Europe, and North America.
• are a cousin of the Rhododendron. Rhododendron plants are typically larger than Azaleas and have multiple blooms per stem whereas Azaleas typically have one. Azaleas are more heat tolerant than their cold loving cousins, so we don't usually see Rhododendrons here in Houston.
• Can be deciduous or evergreen.
• are toxic! Azalea flowers and leaves contain andromedotoxin. This resin will usually burn the mouth if it is ingested, but the human body can digest small levels, so severe poisonings are very rare. If someone were to actually eat your Azalea
plant, they would likely experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and low blood pressure. If that happens, get that person (especially a child) to a doctor right away. Bring a clipping of the plant with you to help identify specifically which type it was as that may affect treatment.
• like filtered shade, or diffused light. Plant them facing East if possible. If not, at least make sure they are out of the direct summer sunlight. Hot afternoon sun can be very damaging to Azaleas.
• prefer acidic soil, about 5.5 -6.0 ph. Our soil tends to be alkaline, so you may need to add some amendments to really make your Azaleas thrive. Sphagnum peat, iron sulfate or elemental sulfur are all good options. If you don't know your soils ph level you can get a home test kit from almost any garden center.
• don't like to swim. But they do have a shallow root system, so keep them well mulched so they don't dry out. Pine mulch will also help to maintain the acidity of the soil. Once they are established, about an inch of water a week is all they will need. New plantings will need to be watered daily. Very hot, or drought conditions may increase their water needs, so keep an eye out for droopy, dry looking leaves and water accordingly.
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Bay Forest Mommies’ ClubThe Bay Forest Mommies' Club Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 23rd at 3:00 pm, followed by the crawfish boil, also on Saturday, March 23rd from 4:00-6:00 pm. The rain date will be Sunday, March 24th, from 3:00-6:00 for the same activities. Please read the separate article on page 5 with details and information about the crawfish boil. This article details the information about the Easter Egg Hunt.
To participate in the Easter Egg Hunt, bring 1 (or more) dozen filled, plastic eggs for each participating child to Joy King's house at 2422 Fairwind Dr. In fact, it helps if you bring an extra dozen or so eggs, to help with unexpected attendees, and to make up for eggs that are hidden extra well. You can fill the eggs with stickers, erasers, coins, or candy, for example, but please don’t fill the eggs with chocolate. It also helps if you seal each egg with tape, to keep the contents from flying all over the grassy egg hunting area.
There will be three separate egg hunts, broken down by age. The first hunt will be for those children who are 2-years-old and younger. The next egg hunt will be for those children who are between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. The final hunt will be for those children who are 6-years-old and above. Separating the hunts keeps the younger children from being trampled by enthusiastic older and bigger kids, and it keeps dangerous hard candy out of the hands and mouths of toddlers. As such, please label your eggs according to the age group in which they belong. If you have kids in different age groups, please put each group of eggs in a separate bag, labeled accordingly.
Bay Forest Easter Egg HuntSaturday, March 23, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Bay Forest Pool Park
Schedule:Setup – 2:30 pm
Ages 0-2 Egg Hunt – 3:15 pmAges 3-5 Egg Hunt – 3:30 pmAges 6+ Egg Hunt – 3:40 pm
Crawfish Boil – 4:00 pm
Each child should take home no more than 12 eggs. You may wish to bring an Easter basket into which each child can put their eggs. There will be some crafts and possibly games for the children. Plan to stay a while and enjoy the crawfish festival at the park afterward.
Each family should bring some food to share: a side dish, a dessert, or an appetizer would be appropriate. And remember to bring your cameras and a chair or two, as seating may be limited. Once again, Abe’s Seafood Market will be supplying the crawfish. YUM!!!
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Bay Forest gourmet ClubIn keeping with our summer Olympics theme, this January we travelled to Spain for a traditional Paella with all the side dishes. Barcelona hosted the 1992 Olympics, which was the first Olympiad since the breakup of the Soviet Union and the first time since the 1930s that countries such as Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia sent their own teams. It was also the first year that professional athletes were allowed to compete, leading to the formation of the U.S. Dream Team in Basketball who easily won the gold medal. In addition
to the Paella, our menu included Salted Almonds, Spanish Dip, Bell Pepper Tartlets, Artichoke Soup, Mushroom Salad, Lemon-Rosemary Olives, Tomato and Garlic Bread, and Lemon Sabayon-Pine Nut Tart. Here is the recipe for the Tart.
lemon Sabayon-Pine nut tart with Honeyed Mascarpone Cream
Note: This tart is best served at room temperature within a few hours of assembling. But, if necessary, it can be refrigerated and served cold.
For the Pine-nut Crust:Note: Makes enough for three 9-inch tarts. Since the recipe uses only 1 egg, it would be difficult to cut down. The extra dough can be frozen for future use.
Neighborhood Club News2 cups (10 oz) pine nuts⅓ cup sugar3 cups all-purpose flour16 Tbsp (8 oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 large egg1 tsp vanilla extract
Butter and flour for the tart pan
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously butter and flour a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom and refrigerate it while the oven preheats.
Place the pine nuts in a food processor and pulse a few times. Add the sugar and flour and continue to pulse until the nuts are finely ground. Place the mixture in a mixing bowl (the dough can be mixed by hand or in a mixer fitted with the paddle).
Add the softened butter, the egg and the vanilla extract and mix to incorporate all the ingredients. Divide the dough into three parts. Wrap each piece in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before using. The dough can be frozen for future use.
Remove the tart pan from the refrigerator. Use your fingertips to press the chilled dough evenly over the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Trim off any excess dough.
Bake the crust for 10-15 minutes, then rotate the shell and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes or until the shell is golden brown. Remove the shell from the oven and let it cool while you make the filling. There may be some cracks in the shell; they will not affect the tart.
lemon Sabayon2 large eggs, cold2 large egg yolks, cold¾ cup sugar½ cup fresh lemon juice6 Tbsp (3 oz) cold unsalted butter, cut into 6 pieces
Honeyed Mascarpone Cream½ cup heavy cream3 Tbsp mascarpone cheese1 Tbsp honey
For the Lemon Sabayon:Bring about 1½ inches of water to boil in a pot that is slightly smaller than the diameter of the mixing bowl you will be using for the sabayon. Meanwhile in a large metal bowl, whisk the eggs, yolks and sugar for about 1 minute, or until the mixture is smooth.
Set the bowl over the pot and using a large whisk, whip the mixture while you turn the bowl for even heating. After about 2 minutes, when the eggs are foamy and have thickened, add ⅓ of the lemon juice. Continue to whisk vigorously and when the mixture thickens again, add another third of the lemon juice. Whisk until the mixture thickens again and add the remaining lemon juice. Continue whisking vigorously, still turning the bowl, until the mixture is thickened, light in color, and the whisk leaves a trail in the bottom of the bowl. The total cooking time should be approximately 8-10 minutes.
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A message from Ms. Dixon about the proposed bond and ClHS Rebuild When would the rebuild begin of Clear lake High School?Design, engineering and architectural work on the proposed rebuilds would begin soon after receiving voter approval. This is a process that typically spans 12-18 months and will also involve community input. If approved by voters, actual construction of these schools will likely begin in May 2014. Clear Lake High School construction is anticipated to be completed by May 2017.
What can students, staff, and parents expect during the rebuild of Clear lake High School?• Students will continue to attend school together. Students
will not be bused to other schools during construction which is similar to what was done during the rebuild of Clear Creek High School.
• New portable buildings, equipped with high-speed wireless and technology, will be placed adjacent to the Clear Lake 9th Grade Center during construction.
• Clear Lake High School teachers and staff will be moved to the 9th Grade Center and portable buildings for instruction.
• The main office and core facility (ie: cafeteria, library) will be housed at the 9th Grade Center.
• Noise from construction should not impede instruction.• Ramps and walkways will be created to ensure ease of transition
between classes.
Turn off the heat but leave the bowl over the water as you add the butter. Whisk in the butter, a piece at a time. The sabayon may loosen slightly, but it will thicken and set as it cools. Pour the warm sabayon into the tart shell and place the pan on a baking sheet.
Preheat the broiler. While the sabayon is still warm, place the tart under the broiler. Leaving the door open, brown the top of the sabayon, rotating the tart if necessary for even color. Do not leave the oven – this will happen in a few seconds. Remove the tart from the oven and let it sit at least 1 hour before serving. Serve at room temperature or cold.For the Honeyed Mascarpone Cream:In a bowl set over ice, whip the cream until it is frothy. Add the mascarpone and honey and continue to whisk for about 2 minutes or until the cream is thick and creamy. keep refrigerated until serving.
to complete: Serve the slices of the tart with mascarpone cream on the side.
Source: The French Laundry Cookbook
(SCHOOL NEWS continued on page 12)
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Bay Forest School NewsStudent Focus Groups were conducted at Lake on February 20th during advisory. Students, grades 9-12, volunteered to participate in Focus Groups to give their feedback on a rebuild for CLHS. The feedback we received from the student survey is overwhelmingly in favor of a rebuild and students do not believe the current state of CLHS adequately meets their needs as 21st century students. Students' comments from the survey as well as their feedback from the Focus Groups will be made available in future editions of the CLHS newsletter.
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Flairs sweep Regional Competition On Saturday, February 9th, the Fabulous Falcon Flair Drill Team was awarded the Crowd Pleaser West Houston Showcase Competitions' highest award, the Overall Grand Champion. The Fabulous Falcon Flair Officers also were awarded Overall Grand Champions - Officers. The Flairs earned many additional awards and honors in the following areas:
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Happy Chinese new year from Clear lake High School
Bay Forest School News
CCCC PtA Founder's Day Dinner
Lake PTSA President Gina Rico was presented the Texas PTA Extended Life Membership Award at the Clear Creek Community Council of PTAs Annual Founder's Day Dinner on Thursday, February 28. Texas PTA Life Membership Awards were also pre-sented to Elaina Polsen and Jim Guidry. Congratulations!
Clear lake HS Delights Ward Elementary Ward Elementary played host to the Clear Lake HS Children's Theater class and their performance of The House at Pooh's Corner. The kindergartners and 1st Graders were delighted with the performance!
one World Challenge EnvironmentalStudent Contest With the ever increasing global challenges our nation faces, developing good stewardship among our student population, our future leaders, is a worthy goal. To that end, the Texas PTA has developed the One World Challenge contest for students interested in helping solve some of our biggest environmental hurdles we face as a nation and as a planet! Three different categories for entries are available, making the challenge creatively diverse. In addition, the entries judged to be in the top 10% will be submitted to the State contest. Click here for entry forms and more detailed information. The deadline for entries is 3:00 pm on Tuesday, March 19. Entries for the One World Challenge can be turned in at either the NGC or MB library. Nina Johnston, Environmental Committee
CCiSD teachers lobby AustinClear Creek ISD teachers were among more than 400 teachers who met with state legislators to discuss key public education issues during the Association of Texas Professional Educators' (ATPE) Lobby Day Monday, February 11 at the Texas State Capitol. "It is time for our state and legislative leaders to be held accountable for the needs of our public education system," said Clear Creek ATPE President Martha Anne Pierson, a teacher at Clear Lake High School. "A better tomorrow in our public schools is only possible with adequate and equitable funding today." In conjunction with Lobby Day, the teachers participated in a Political Involvement Training event to learn how to impact the political process and gain insight into complex education issues facing the 83rd Legislature. For more information on the ATPE Political Involvement Training and Lobby Day, visit click here.
Clear Lake High School celebrated the Chinese New Year during lunch periods last week. Students performed traditional lion dances to celebrate. Click here to watch them in action!
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Bay Forest School News
Happy Spring!! A big “THANk YOU” to all the Bay Forest families that came out to FPE’s Winter Carnival “Under the Big Top” last month. What a gorgeous day it was!Here are a few highlights for the month of March:
PtA meetingOn Tuesday, March 19th at 12:30 pm. Mr. Robert Bayard, Director of Assessment and Evaluation for the CCISD, will be speaking about the upcoming STAAR test FPE students will be taking this spring. Lunch will be provided and set up by 12:15 pm.
FPE Field DayOn Friday, March 22nd FPE students will be participating in outdoor games and exercises on the playground. If you are interested in helping with this recreational event, please contact Lisa kopfer [email protected].
Support FPE When you Shop at kroger or RandallsPlease consider linking Falcon Pass Elementary PTA to your kroger Plus and Randalls Remarkable Cards.
Randalls good neighbor Program: Print and complete the Good Neighbor form at http://shop.safeway.com/corporate/randalls/GN_HOUSTON_AUSTIN.pdf FPE PTA’s Charity number is 9944. Turn in your completed form at the courtesy booth at Randalls.
kroger neighbor to neighbor Program: Enrollment in kroger’s Neighbor to Neighbor Program must be renewed each year after July 1. Print and bring the FPE barcode letter at http://www.krogerneighbortoneighbor.com/pdf/10000090615.pdf to the courtesy booth to enroll or renew your participation in the program. FPE’s Charity number for July 2012-May 2013 is #90615.
If you would like to join the email distribution list and receive the on-line monthly newsletter “Falcon Passages,” email your full name and email address to [email protected].
Have a memorable and safe Spring Break!
March FPE Dates to Remember1st 1st Grade Book Parade 7th JSC Deposit Day7th 2nd Grade Musical7th 5th 2B Friends8th Early Release 12:15 pm11tH – 15tH SPRing BREAk18th 3rd 2B Friends19th PTA Executive Board Meeting 11:30 am19th PTA Meeting Teaching Theater 12:30 pm Program – Robert Bayard from CCISD; STAAR Testing update, lunch provided
Falcon Pass ElementarySchool newswww2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/FalconPass.aspxgo voyAgERS!
22nd Field Day27th 2nd grade Zoo Field Trip 28th Pre k Spring Celebration28th Egg hunt k, 1st, 2nd28th SPIRIT DAY !!29th Good Friday, School Holiday
101 Days of School at Falcon Pass
Falcon Pass Elementary first graders were spotted celebrating 101 days of school. These playful puppies were doggone proud of how far they have come this year!
Shade Structure newsAfter several years of planning and saving, FPE PTA has gifted funds to Falcon Pass Elementary to install the first of two outdoor shade structures on campus. A large shade structure over a portion of the hard top area has been ordered and will be installed before March 31. FPE PTA has also purchased safety padding for the posts located in the hardtop play area. In addition to providing shade during recess, this structure will serve as a covered outdoor learning area. PTA also plans to provide a shade structure over a portion of the playground area before the 2013-14 school year begins. For more information, contact FPE PTA Shade Structure Committee Chair, Joy king at [email protected].
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Falcon Pass Elementary Celebrates Fine Arts!
FPE 5th Grade Valentine Party!FPE 4th Grade Valentine Party!
Falcon Pass Elementary families enjoy the finer things at the school's Fine Arts Night. Students learned to express their creativity through painting, mixed media, sculpture and drawing. A fun-filled time was had by all!
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Falcon Pass Carnival Fun! Enrichment Clusters at Falcon Pass Third, fourth and fifth graders at Falcon Pass Elementary were all smiles at the schools Enrichment Showcase. The Voyagers worked together in groups of similar interest to create one-of-a-kind projects for their cluster. Project areas included fitness, television production, science and art.
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CCiSD Board Calls for Schools Bond
Proposition addresses safety, growth, aging facilities and more
The Clear Creek Independent School District Board of Trustees accepted the Citizens Facility Advisory Committee’s recommendation to call for a $367 million bond referendum in order to address CCISD facilities, instructional technology, and co-curricular and extracurricular programs. During the February 25, 2013 general meeting, the school board unanimously voted to call a $367,000,000 bond election for May 11, 2013.
Contents of the school bond package were prioritized by a 30-member facility committee consisting of parents, local citizens, business leaders and educators. Over the course of several months, the Citizens Facility Advisory Committee studied a district-wide facility assessment, enrollment projections, and district financial information as well as toured schools. The committee used this information and input from the public to finalize its recommendation.
What’s included in the Bond?The proposed bond will touch all CCISD schools and eight support facilities in some capacity. The proposed bond will:1. Address aging or overcrowded campuses and infrastructure,
improve energy efficiency, reduce energy costs and increase the life expectancy of existing facilities.
2. Improve safety and security systems at many campuses; 3. Upgrade wireless infrastructure and expand access to
technology in every classroom; and4. Construct or expand facilities to support co-curricular and
extracurricular programs.
What’s the tax impact on property owners?The estimated tax increase of this bond is $0.1125. If approved by voters, a homeowner of a median home would see an initial $5.12 increase per month in property taxes with a maximum annual payment of $172.72. A median home in CCISD is $177,400. Homeowners 65 years and older would not see a tax rate increase as their property tax rates are frozen by law.
Election Day will be Saturday, May 11, 2013. Early voting will begin April 29, 2013 and end May 7, 2013. The last day to register to vote in this election will be April 11, 2013. Visit www.ccisd.net/2013bond for details of the bond proposal.
CCISD NEWS www2.CCISD.net for all your school news!
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Construction Moving Quickly Construction crews are on the fast track to completing the new Primrose School of Clear Lake this Summer. The decking is on and roofing is in progress. Parents are excited to see their new school taking shape and so enrollment is steadily rising. If you have not completed your pre-registration, to reserve a place for your child, you can go to our website at www.PrimroseClearLake.com.
Attend our Parent information Session or visit us at one of our upcoming events. Every First Tuesday at 6:00 pm or Third Saturday at 2:00 pm Panera Bread in Clear Lake, 19305 Gulf Freeway We look forward to seeing you and your family.
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Meet SCoRE Counselors @ the Clear lake City County-Freeman Branch libraryRob Gay and keith Stine are SCORE Counselors assigned to the Clear Lake area. If you are a business owner or a budding entrepreneur, take advantage of the free service offered by SCORE Houston right here at the Freeman Library! Meet with Rob or keith to develop your business plan, discuss low cost marketing programs, review financials, discuss a new idea or tackle a business problem. They can critique and improve your business plan draft before you meet with a bank or an investor. Counselors are available by appointment on Wednesdays for free one-on-one counseling sessions.
Please contact the Clear Lake City - County Freeman Branch Library at 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX 77062 or at 281-488-1906 to make your appointment.
Check in @ your library: teen tech Week 2013Stop by the Teen Zone during Teen Tech Week to participate in a variety of events:
Monday, March 11: Get Crafty: Make Your Own Meme @ 2:30 pm – Create and share your own online memes.
tuesday, March 12: Teen Cuisine: Edible Books @ 2:30 pm – Make (and eat!) an edible book.
thursday, March 14: Game On! @ 2:30 pm – Join us for video games, board games, card games and more.
Friday, March 15: Teens Go Green @ 2:30 pm – Learn about green technologies, green careers, recycling, and more. Also make an art object out of recycled materials.
Check in @ your library: Books Alive Week! Books Alive starts March 11th to 15th. Come and join us for the following events to Celebrate Books Alive Week:March 11th: Marsha’s Petting Zoo 2:30 to 4:30 pmMarch 12th: Johnette Downing 3:00 pm at Clear Lake City Recreational CenterMarch 13th: Clifford, Face Painting & Balloon Animals 2:30-4:30 African-American Folktales 6:30 pmMarch 14th: Second Chance Pets (Dogs) 2:30-3:30 pmMarch 15th: Chalk Fun 2:30-3:30 pm Please contact the Clear Lake City - County Freeman Branch Library at 281-488-1906 regarding any questions
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Clear lake City-County Freeman Branch library
16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher 2 Performances
► Monday, March 11 at 7:00 pm @ Freeman Branch- Clear Lake► tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 pm @ Evelyn Meador Branch- Seabrook
The Clear Lake City County Freeman Branch Library invites you to a free concert by an accomplished classical guitarist Peter Fletcher. He is stopping by the Freeman Branch Library on Monday, March 11th at 7pm on his way to Carnegie Hall!
Be sure to join us for a rare kind of skill and artistry. If you can't make it to the Freeman Library concert, see about stopping by Peter’s concert at Evelyn Meador Branch Library* in Seabrook on Tuesday, March 12th at 7pm. Join us for a post-concert reception following the performance.
Please contact the Clear Lake City - County Freeman Branch Library at 281-488-1906 regarding any questions or Evelyn Meador Branch Library* 2400 North Meyer Avenue, Seabrook, Texas 77586 (limited Seating, tickets Required) 281-474-9142.
Book Signing and Discussion “How to Write a Novel in 20 years or less” with local author, joann CarrThe Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library invites you to a book discussion and signing with local author Joann Carr who published the novel, entitled “keeper of the Fame.” She will present a brief account of her experiences writing the book entitled “How to write a novel in 20 years or less” on Thursday, March 14th at 5:30 pm in the Marge Jacobson Community Room. Come join us and meet Joann Carr! Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of Freeman Library. Please contact us at 281-488-1906 regarding any questions.
tgiF Programs & uHCl/ClASPWe invite adults of all ages to TGIF Programs. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of Freeman Library.
Celebration of Women's ArtPlease join us on Friday, March 8th at 10:30 am at the Marge Jacobson Meeting Room as we celebrate Women’s History Month. Meredith Layton, Young Adult Librarian at Freeman Branch Library, will talk to us about works of art created by women which can be viewed in the Houston area.
tech 411Have you wondered how to do something on a computer, smart phone or device? Did someone give you a device but you’re not sure how to use it? Please join us Friday, March 15th at 10:30 am in the Marge Jacobson Community Room for Tech 411. We will have a panel ready to answer your questions.
Friday Film SeriesThe Friday Film Series continues on Friday, March 24th at 10:15 am in the Marge Jacobson Community Room. The title is to be announced.
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Randy’s lawn Fertilization ScheduleFor southern grasses including: St. Augustine, Bermuda and Zoysia
FERtilizE — four times a year:Late February-Early March - apply a simple 15-5-10 for an early green-up. Most companies that make slow-release fertilizers also make a nonslow-release 15-5-10 that provides for a quick two week green up before we get to the heart of the fertilizer schedule. Some people will be tempted to use a weed-and-feed at this time, but if you’ve been following the GardenLine herbicide schedule, there should never be a need. However, spot weed-and-feed treatments are recommended for those with turf-only landscapes or landscapes that have been established for many years. Warning: Most weed-and-feeds contain Atrizine which burns roots of young trees and shrubs.
Late March-Early April - apply slow-release 3-1-2 ratio fertilizers. Recommended formulations:
19-4-10 Nitro Phos Super Turff 18-4-6 Fertilome Southwest Greenmaker 18-0-6 Fertilome’s Zero Phosphate Formula 15-5-10 Southwest Fertilizer Premium Gold 19-5-9 Easy Gro Premium 21-5-10 Mr. C’s (Cornelius brand)
HERBiCiDE — three times a year: (Pre-Emergent controls to prevent weeds)
February-March - Use the pre-emergent controls for grassy weeds again, to prevent such weeds as Crabgrass, Goosegrass and Dallisgrass from popping up late in the spring and summer. Again, use the grassy pre-emergent like Amaze, Betasan, Balan orTreflan. There is also Barricade, Dimension or Pendimethlin as a2-in-1 control.
inSECtiCiDES — It is our belief on GardenLine, as a way to be kind to the environment, that you do not put down insecticidesunless you know you have a problem. However, be prepared during the hot summer months — July through September — to attack chinch bug damage. This will show up as irregular shaped spots in the lawn along the concrete. Any liquid insecticide, like Permethrin or Cypermethrin, will treat the spot well. Then apply agranular insecticide like Deltamethrin or granular Permethrin in abroadcast applicator throughout the rest of the yard.
The three mulches you should avoid at all possible costs in the landscape are:1. Dyed Mulches2. Ash/Boiler Ash Infused Mulch (Those are the really black ones)3. Rubber Mulches
There are places and uses for each of these mulches, just not in the landscape, flower or vegetable beds of gulf coast gardens. As an example, I’m totally cool with rubber mulches for playgrounds and dog runs.
Randy Lemmon’s GardenLine is heard 6-10 am Saturdays and Sundays, exclusively on NewsRadio 740 KTRH.
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Summer EcoCamp 2013EcoCamp, a day camp for 4 to 13 year olds, provides unique oportunities for children to explore the wonders of our Upper Texas Gulf Coast ecosystems with indoor and outdoor activities from story telling and crafts, to trail hikes and wildlife encounters, to canoeing and fishing. Participants will not only learn about the environment and connect with nature, but will get plenty of exercise too! All camp sessions are designed by educators, feature small group sizes and are perfect for the young and curious. Each EcoCamp session is a week long and are available regularly throughout June and July. Click for more details!
new volunteer orientation April 6th and 13thIf you enjoy being in nature, meeting like minded people, greeting visitors or working with our naturalist instructors and cultural docents as they guide school field trips, outreach programs or give on site demonstrations, please join us at ABNC on April 6th or 13th from 9:00 am -1:00 pm. Our staff and volunteers will introduce you to the many ways you can get outdoors and help the Nature Center. The sessions will cover the history and mission of ABNC, immediate opportunities for training and upcoming events. This is a great group of people, aged 18 and over, who give their time on weekdays and weekends to help with the various programs from education to conservation. Teen volunteer opportunities are also available. Opportunities exist to lead educational field trips, participate in land management and conservation projects, meet and greet guests and aid in the gift shop or build and repair facilities. We are also looking for skilled and unskilled individuals who can do carpentry, electrical work, mowing and repairs. Be prepared to walk outdoors. Please RSVP if you plan to attend to 281-474-2551x14 or join us that day.
Pontoon Boat AdventuresStart your weekend by enjoying a leisurely Saturday morning breakfast drifting down the bayou on our pontoon boat, the "Bayou Ranger". Observe wildlife searching for their breakfast on the bayou. Click for more details!
Armand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area Blvd • www.abnc.org
281-474-2551
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PERSonAl AD PoliCyThere is no charge for a Bay Forest resident to place a Personal Ad in the Bay Forest News. Please email the information that is to appear in the ad to [email protected].
There is no charge for a Bay Forest teen to adver tise in the Teen Job Directory. Get your ad to Marita Moran at [email protected] by the 20th of the month.
CoMMERCiAl AD PoliCyAd Sizes CostBusiness Card $ 25.001/4 page $ 40.001/2 page $ 75.00Full page $ 150.00Inserts $ 60.00 (you print 200 inserts)
5% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 3 months of advertising space.10% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 6 months of advertising space.15% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 10 months of advertising space.
non-PRoFit oRgAnizAtion inSERt FEES Organizations based within the Bay Forest Community will be charged $25.00 for inserts—all other non-profit organi za tions will be charged $35.00 for inserts. THE BAY FOREST NEWS IS ISSUED THE 1ST WEEk OF EVERY MONTH, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE JUNE/ JULY AND THE DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUES (10 ISSUES PER YEAR).
tHE DEADlinE to SuBMit ARtiClESoR ADS iS tHE 20tH oF tHE MontH.
EDITOR: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 e-mail: [email protected]: Ramona Pias Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 Rosie Pieri (281) 480-7314 Elizabeth LauzonADVERTISING: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965ACCOUNTANT: Cindy CarmineGRAPHIC DESIGN: krispGraphix (832) 372-5127, [email protected]: 850 householdsPRINTER: MI Printing (281) 486-9884
EDitoRiAl notESContributions to this paper are welcome; articles, letters to the editor, complaints, compliments, etc. Please submit your copy—typed, if possible, to Marita Moran at 15822 Manor Square by the 20th of the month.
Although all contributions are welcome, we cannot guarantee to print everything that is submitted. The editor reserves the right to edit copy where required.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRINTED REFLECT THE OPIN IONS OF THE AUTHORS ONLY, AND NOT THOSE OF THE BAY FOREST NEWS OR ANY OF ITS STAFF. TO BE PUB LISHED, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MUST INCLUDE A NAME AND PHONE NUMBER— THE EDITORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO OMIT THE NAME AT THE WRITER’S REQUEST.
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oFFiCERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Dennis Fouty [email protected] Vice President Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Treasurer John HaasSecretary Barbara McCollum Director Dan Pias
CoMMittEES - Bay Forest Community AssociationARC Dennis Fouty [email protected] ACLC Barbara McCollum [email protected] 281-488-0123Tennis - Mens Greg Blackburn [email protected] H: 281-480-8280 [email protected] C: 281-743-3802Tennis - Womens Pam Doty [email protected] 281-286-7471 Pool/Tennis Dan Pias [email protected] 281-480-7266Social Committee John Haas COA/Parks Dan Pias [email protected] of the Month John Haas [email protected]/Traffic Committee Gene FisselerTrash Service Oversight Gene FisselerLong Range Planning Dennis Fouty [email protected] Realtor Advisory Board Dennis Fouty Community Relations Gene Fisseler [email protected] Management Oversight Dennis FoutyCrime/Community Watch Gene Fisseler www.clcw.org Website Oversight Dennis Fouty [email protected] Committee John HaasoRgAnizAtionSGarden Club katy Lednicky www.GBTB.org 281-488-5655Gourmet Club Alex Valenti [email protected]’ Club Joy king [email protected] 281-486-1834Blue Marlins Blue Marlins Hotline 832-247-5035otHER iMPoRtAnt nuMBERSthe Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: [email protected] Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062AmeriWaste 281-331-8400City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1Officer Randy Derr HPD Liaison / 2855 Bay Area Blvd. 77058 281-218-3900Report Suspicious Activity • Non-Emergency # 713-884-3131Poison Control 281-766-4403Albert Thomas Post Office Frances Nix-Davis 281-488-8315
ClEAR CREEk SCHoolS SERving BAy FoREStFalcon Pass Elementary ClHS 9th grade Center281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 281-284-2400 Fax: 281-284-2905 Office Hours: 7:45 am to 3:45 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pmSchool Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 am School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/FalconPass.aspx
Space Center intermediate Clear lake High School281-284-3300 Fax: 281-284-3305 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-19058:00 am to 4:00 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/SpaceCenterInt.aspx www.ccisd.net/school/clear_lake.html
leash lawDogs and cats may not “run at large” in Houston. “Running at large” means going on public or private property without the owner or another person having direct physical control of the animal. An animal on a leash is considered to be under direct physical control of a person.“Running at large” may result in impoundment of the animal or in the issuance of one or more citations. For more info visit http://www.ci.houston.tx.us/departme/health/barc3.htm
Houston Department of Health and Human Services
CenterPoint Energy maintains streetlights throughout our electric service territory in and around Houston. Go to the link below to report a streetlight outage. You will be asked to provide:
• pole number for the non-functioning lights you want to report• contact information (in case more info is needed to locate a streetlight)• an e-mail address (if you want feedback regarding your repair request)• the number of streetlights you would like to report
Visit CenterPoint Energy’s webpage for reporting streetlights out: www.centerpointenergy.com/services/electricity/residential/reportastreetlightoutage/
Report general power outages by calling 713-207-2222 or 1-800-332-7143
to Report a Streetlight that is out...
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Duncan – from Bruce HarringtonDuncan’s full name is “Dirty Hairy Duncan Harrington.” He is a Cairn Terrier and weighs about 20 lbs. He is 13 years old and has lived in Bay Forest for two years. He has arthritis, so he kind of waddles when he walks. That is how you can recognize him. He fell in the pool his first day here and is really afraid of the pool now. He’s afraid of just about everything – especially thunder. He loves to eat and walk in the park with his Grand Pa Jack.
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The LADYBUG noticed how Bay Forest residents LOVE their PETS! Next Month we will have a Spotlight for
PET OF MONTH!Send me a short write up about why your pet is special. Send it to [email protected].
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SPRING BREAK SPECIALfor Group and/or Private Lessons
Don’t Miss Out on the Fun of Dancing!!!
Spring will be here before you know it. you want to be ready for Spring Break: fun at the beach, parties and picnics, dancing on the sand or in the clubhouse in that special bathing suit or summer dress. now is the time to learn how to dance, so when these events are here – you are ready to go.
Why learn to dance?1. People find dancing together very romantic.2. Dancing is a great tool to meet others who share in the same interest.3. Dancing is a great form of exercise fun to share with a partner without that feeling
of “working out”.4. Dancing is a great way to stay in shape – both physically and mentally.
Dancing is the sport that never ends, and you can share it with someone for a lifetime. Don’t be the one sitting on the side while others are dancing on cruises, or at weddings, parties, picnics, family gatherings, corporate functions, and so many other occasions.
MontHly (4) PRivAtE lESSonS – WitHin tHE SAME MontH.Purchase 4 private lessons within the same month and receive an additional $40 discount off of the Regular Discounted Price. If the day you select has 5 weeks, you are required to pay for all (5) weeks for private lessons in order to receive the discount being offered.
Spring Break Special – Private lessons (Beg/int) 4 weeks 5 weeksSingle: $208 $260Couple: $248 $310
Spring Special – group lessons (Beg/int) 4 weeks 5 weeksSingle: $39 $52.50 per person
Deadline for private lessons purchased with the Spring Break Special is April 30, 2013. Bring your calendar with you at time of registration; prepayment is required, and no refunds or carry overs to the following month.
MontHly gRouP lESSonS and PRACtiCE DAnCE: Students learn two dances a month, so over 4 months you will be introduced to 8 dances. i offer 1 practice party per month forstudents to practice as they grow from month to month.
Hours for pre-registration: Appointments are required. Please call or text (713-492-4251) or email ([email protected]) so i can arrange a convenient time for both.
Annette Farrell-Klein