forest oaks march/april 2015forestoaksonline.com/download/newsletters/2015/afo_sec_mar15.pdf ·...
TRANSCRIPT
Published bimonthly for the Forest Oaks Homeowners Association by Neighborhood News, Inc.
Vol. 9 No. 2
March/April 2015FOREST OAKS
www.forestoaksonline.comfficial Newsletter of the Forest Oaks Homeowners AssociationO
The deadline for article submissions is April 25, 2015 for the mid-May 2015 publication. Please submit articles to be considered for the next
newsletter to [email protected].
Follow us on Twitter @FOHOAwww.forestoaksonline.com
Hello Neighbors,It is hard to believe it is already March 2015. That means our Annual Meeting is just around the corner. This year our meeting is scheduled for April 28. We will be meeting at Reagan Elementary. Sign in begins at 7:00 pm and the official meeting starts at 7:30 pm. We will be also be serving a BBQ dinner buffet, so I hope many of you will come out, eat a little dinner, visit with neighbors and vote for your new board members. Speaking of new board members, we will be voting to fill THREE vacancies this year. If you are interested in serving on the Board, please send your bio to Keri at [email protected]. If you can’t make it out to the meeting, I hope you will take the time to vote online or mail in your proxy. Information on proxy voting, online voting and the meeting will be arriving in your mailbox shortly.
Currently, there are a lot of exciting things going on behind the scenes in Forest Oaks. This year, the Board approved a new committee called the “Major Project and Capital Expenditure Committee.” This committee is comprised of the ACC Chair, Landscaping Chair and Pool Committee Chair. Currently, Bill Mauer, Mel Kirkland, and Jennifer Harrison hold these positions. The role of this committee is to bring together all the different expertise in the neighborhood in order to efficiently plan for future improvements. Mel and Bill have spent several hours driving through neighboring communities to see what amenities other similar neighborhoods are offering. The committee then solicited the services of Larson Burns Smith, a
landscape architect company. Larson Burns Smith provided an estimate to prepare landscaping plans for several areas in the neighborhood. The Board voted to select two of the projects: Pool 1 improvements and mailbox covers for the community mailboxes. We will hopefully have some plans to show off at the Annual Meeting. If you have professional experience that would lend itself to this committee, and you are interested in joining, please email Mel at [email protected].
Jennifer Harrison has also been a busy lady. She has been reaching out to several pool companies to request estimates for possible improvements to Pool 2. With the improving economy, the pool companies in town are very busy and this is going to be a somewhat time consuming process. But Jennifer has some exciting plans and is very excited to get this project going. If you share Jennifer’s passion for improving the pools in our neighborhood, she would love to have your help on the committee. If you are interested, you can email her at [email protected].
Hope to see you on April 28!
Kim Gogulski Board President
Call 260-008412171 W. Parmer Ln., Ste. 102
Cedar Park, TX 78613Conveniently located on Parmer Lane across from the Ranch at Brushy Creek,
just North of Avery Ranch• Quality, personalized care• Complimentary initial exam including
digital x-rays and photos• Variety of treatment options including
Invisalign® and clear braces• Expanded before and after school hours• All insurances filed with multiple
interest-free financing options
Brushy Creek
W.
Parmer
Lane
“Building Beautiful Smiles and Healthy Bites”
CEDAR PARK/LEANDERMARKET CENTER
Barbara ColvinREALTOR ®, ABR, SRSTexas License #0637386
Are You Ready To Move?I’m Ready To Help!
Call or Text (512) 589-4139
900 Quest ParkwayCedar Park, Texas 78613
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
Your FriendlyForest Oaks REALTOR®
3 2
Paint MaintenanceAs we move towards spring it is time to start thinking about what needs maintenance. Many of the homes in our neighborhood are passing their first decade. Because of this, many of the painted exteriors of our homes are showing their age.
It is important to repaint when wear-and-tear shows to help prevent premature damage to siding and trim, including damage from the sun, water, and mold. This can be seen in fading (or chalking), or when very far along as uneven color due to the siding showing through in thinner areas of the paint.
Most of the siding in the neighborhood is hardie board. This strong material is a fiber cement board, capable of withstanding our rough weather. The siding itself is good for 50 or more years, if maintained. It is naturally resistant to rot, but any damage or non-sealed edge
can be an issue with water and fast temperature changes. When it starts to damage, it will delaminate or warp. Paint provides a good seal over the edges.
Trim differs across the neighborhood, from hardie board to wood. Once wood trim shows any discoloration or wear it should be painted. Mold and mildew will start to grow quickly, spreading under the paint. It is an accelerating process, as mold holds more water in the wood and is able to draw moisture out of the air. Once compromised it becomes a potential leak into the home if the wood penetrates the siding, such as with a gable vent.
- Bill MauerACC Chair
Zumba ClassesForest Oaks Community Center
Mon & Wed 6:00
$5.00 per class
Bring this ad and get your �rst class free!
Come join your neighbors!
Teresa Staggs - [email protected]
3 2
Thanks – I’m Out of HereAs I wrap up my tenure on the Forest Oaks Board of Directors and look toward a future of watching and participating from the sidelines, I wanted to take a moment to remind residents of the importance of being involved in our neighborhood. From sorting through homeowner complaints to considering lifeguard proposals and monument sign bids, serving on the HOA board is rarely exciting and generally underappreciated. That said, there are few things that so directly affect our lives like the neighborhood in which we live. Whether it’s volunteering for a committee, taking a turn on the board of directors, or just showing up at the yearly meeting, every household should consider participation on some level as part of the responsibility of owning their home. As much as I cannot express how happy I am to finally leave the HOA Board, I’m equally as happy to have had the experience of participating in my community. With a new HOA Board election just around the corner, I hope that many of you will consider running. I cannot promise that it will be any fun, but I can say that it is definitely worth doing!
If you’re interested please submit your name and a brief bio to Keri at [email protected].
David KarabinasVice President
The Board of Directors approved to install a monument sign at the entrance to the Community Center where all social events will be posted. This will allow homeowners to easily view the upcoming social events. This improvement will be installed within the next two months.
-Real Manage
Community Updates:
Lawn MaintenancePlease be responsible neighbors and keep
up with the maintenance of your lawns.
for calling advertisers in
your neighborhood newsletter
FIRST!They appreciate your business.
Neighborhood News, Inc. 512-573-1675
5 4
Kim Gogulski, [email protected]
David Karabinas, Vice [email protected]
David Oliver, [email protected]
Robert Medure, [email protected]
John Miri, [email protected]
Community Association ManagerKeri Scott
Assistant Association ManagerCarol Green
On-site hours at FOHOA Community CenterTuesday and Thursday, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
RealManage9601 Amberglen Blvd., Ste. 150
Austin, TX 78729Phone: 1-866-473-2573
Fax: (512) 219-5696www.realmanage.com
Customer ServiceToll-free, open 24/7 for Emergencies
1-866-4-RealService(1-866-473-2573)
Forest Oaks Owners Association Management Team
Forest Oaks CommitteesAssociation Committees are composed of Forest Oaks res-idents who serve on a voluntary basis. Committee Chairs are appointed by the Board of Directors. All residents are welcome to serve on committees of choice. Please contact the following committee chairs to participate:Architectural Committee Chair,Bill Mauer, [email protected]• Reviews all plans and specifications for improvements
to lots within the Association• Assists in enforcement of Deed Restrictions
Recreation & Social Committee Chairs,Julie Levy,Kimberly Rodriguez, [email protected]• Plans neighborhood parties and other Association
events• Helps organize neighborhood clubs or groups
Amenity Center/Pool Committee Chair,Jennifer Butler-Harrison, [email protected] Gogulski, Board LiaisonMakes recommendations regarding operation of:• Community Recreation Center• Swimming pools (including rules and hours of operation)
Neighborhood Watch Committee Chair,Bryan Hickers, [email protected]• Makes recommendations to the Board regarding safety
and security of the community• Coordinates the “Neighborhood Watch” program
Landscaping CommitteeMel Kirkland, [email protected] Miri, Board Liaison• Maintenance of common areas of the community • Considers special recognition awards for “Yard of the Month”
Publicity Committee Chair,Param Gyani, [email protected], newsletter editor• Works with the other committees to publicize Associa-
tion events and news on the Website and in the Forest Oaks newsletter to inform the members of all activities and functions of the Association.
5 4
We Want You!At our April 28 Annual Meeting, we will be electing three new Board members. If you are interested in running for one of these positions, please submit your bio to Keri at [email protected].
Swimming Pools Open April 1, 2015
(Lifeguards go on duty in May.)The Pool Committee is working on plans for im-provements to Pool 2. If you are interested in serving on the Pool Committee, please email [email protected].
For any information on Forest Oaks social events, please email [email protected]
Looking to enter the market? Improve your rate of return?
Create income with assets you already own?
LCR Asset Management, LLC
Welcome to Active Managementwith Accountability* ……
Schedule a free 30 minute conversation Receive 1 month complementary newsletter
(512) 350-0168
*Visit our website @ lcrassetmanagement.com
Choose from Dream Dinners delicious monthly menu, then assemble your dinners once a month to serve to
your family in the weeks ahead.
Try our Introductory Offer$74.95 for 3 Large or 6 Small Dinners
Now offering gluten-free and dairy-free items.Offer expires 3/31/15.
12129 North RR 620 Ste. 447(corner of Lakecreek/620 behind Dairy Queen)
512-401-2800
7 6 6 6
(continue on next page)
While ski trips and beach vacations offer plenty of excitement for Spring Breakers, there are alternatives close to home that may be just as enjoyable. If your idea of a “wild” time includes learning more about Texas birds, animals, and plants, the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has just the tools you need.
The Great Texas Wildlife Trail Maps and Birding Trail Maps showcase four areas of the state with eight separate maps that include recommended driving routes and locations of parks and natural areas, camping sites, ranches, hiking trails, and more. Read about the birds or wildlife you might spot as you drive or hike in each location, and follow the careful directions to reach your destination easily. The maps detail the best time of year to see certain species, so keep that in mind when planning your trip.
Spring Break Journeys through Texas: A Different Kind of Wildlife
By Lora Reynolds - Special to Neighborhood News
View the maps online at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/wildlife_trails/ or purchase them for $4 each through the Texas Cooperative Extension bookstore: tcebookstore.org or by calling 1-888-900-2577.
7 6
Three Birding Trail Maps are available: the Lower Texas Coast (South Padre west across the Rio Grande Valley to Laredo), Central Texas Coast (Matagorda Bay south to Kingsville), and Upper Texas Coast (Brazosport north to Beaumont).
The Heart of Texas Wildlife Trail is divided into two maps, East (starts south of San Antonio and follows points north along US Hwy 281 and IH35) and West (San Antonio to Del Rio to San Angelo).
Explore the Panhandle Plains Wildlife Trail with the map that takes you from San Angelo to Amarillo and beyond.
More than 250 sites are included in the Prairies and Pineywoods Wildlife Trail Maps. The East map ranges from Houston north to Paris, Texas. The West map covers a broad area from Houston to Austin, through Dallas and Fort Worth, on up to Wichita Falls.
Remember to take field guides with you to help you identify plants and birds, and don’t forget your binoculars.
Lawn MaintenancePlease be responsible neighbors and keep
up with the maintenance of Your lawns.
For advertising sales and information please call or send an email to [email protected]
Articles that appear in the Forest Oaks newsletter do not necessarily reflect the official position of Neighborhood News, Inc. and their publication does not constitute an endorsement therein. The appearance of any advertisement in Forest Oaks newsletter does not constitute an endorsement by Neighborhood News, Inc. of the goods or services advertised. Neighborhood News, Inc. is not responsible for errors beyond the cost of the actual ad space. Any publication of Neighborhood News, Inc., whether draft or final is the sole property of Neighborhood News, Inc. and cannot be reproduced or distributed in any way, whether in print or electronically, without the express written consent of Neighborhood News, Inc. ©Neighborhood News, Inc.
Published and distributed by: Neighborhood News, Inc.3740 Colony Drive Suite 120San Antonio, TX 78230Toll free 1-866-558-3160 * 1-866- 558-3163 fax
KNOW WHAT’S BELOW.CALL BEFORE YOU DIG.
ALWAYS CALL 811 BEFORE YOU BEGIN AN EXCAVATION PROJECT, EVEN SMALL ONES,
SO THAT ALL UTILITIES CAN BE IDENTIFIED AND MARKED. DIG WITH CARE.
DAMAGES ARE AVOIDED WHEN SAFE DIGGING PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED. SO CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG!
Ready for a change?
RE/MAX 1 3009 Glacier Pass #101 Cedar Park, TX 78613 Direct: 512-337-0407 Call or text: 512-775-8070 License #: 0549553
EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Read My Client Testimonials at:CedarParkRealtor.com
If you are currently working with another agent, please disregard this advertisement.
Your Forest Oaks &Silver Oak Specialist
Kerry Redding, Realtor ®
Time Dated
9601 Amberglen Blvd., Ste. 150
Austin, TX 78729
PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE
PAIDSAN ANTONIO,TXPERMIT NO. 1568