HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS acc form & instructions - pages 22-23 Your Board of Directors would like to wish all our residents a safe and happy holiday and a very prosperous and successful New Year! Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 email: [email protected] for articles • [email protected] for business ads • classifi[email protected] for classified ads
Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 email: news@krenekprinting.com for articles • ads@krenekprinting.com for business ads • classified@krenekprinting.com for classified ads HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAY Your Board of Directors would like to wish all our residents a safe and happy holiday and a very prosperous and successful New Year! NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS As New Year’s Eve approaches, residents are asked to respect the ban on setting off fireworks in the subdivision. They may be fun, but they spook pets, they leave litter on the streets and more importantly, they are a potential fire hazard. This is especially so this year, as our vegetation is still so dry. If you feel compelled to set off fireworks, please go to a safe area outside of our subdivision. But the best approach is to attend a professionally organized firework show. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s website www.hcfmo.net should be consulted nearer the holiday, as by then, it will have the latest information on any Commissioner’s Court decisions on this subject together with the location of the closest organized firework displays. CLUBHOUSE AND POOL RENOVATIONS Those of you who have passed the clubhouse during the last couple of months, may have noticed quite a bit of activity in the area. The clubhouse now has a new roof and the big room and kitchen ceilings have been repainted. In addition, both of the restrooms have been remodeled with new double sink vanities and tiled floors. Other work includes new carpeting and improved lighting in the hallways and new doors to the pump room. These improvements follow the new fencing around the trash area that was also recently replaced. But the biggest improvement that will be appreciated by those who use our swimming pool area is that we have had it plus the baby pool completely re-plastered and repairs made to the pool deck. This work was necessary to arrest the gradual deterioration that has occurred over the last few years and to maintain the standard of our recreational facilities. This benefits both users of these facilities and by making the area more attractive, potential purchasers of homes in our subdivision. NEW CONTRACTORS As part of the continuing effort to hold down costs, your Board went out for competitive bids for both the 2012 landscaping and pool service contracts. As a result, we now have new contractors to perform both of these services. The landscaping contract has been awarded to Texas Lawn Care, a Katy company. It will replace IMS, which has serviced our landscaping needs for a number of years. Houston Recreation Management (H-Rec) will be our new pool company replacing Lone Star. It provided the most competitive pricing and reference checks with its existing customers leads us to believe that we will be well served. We are looking forward to working with the H-Rec staff to provide a great swimming season this year. ACC FORM & INSTRUCTIONS - PAGES 22-23
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1Williamsburg Settlement January 2012Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 email: [email protected] for articles • [email protected] for business ads • [email protected] for classified ads
HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAYYour Board of Directors would like to wish all our residents a safe and happy holiday and a very prosperous and successful New Year!
NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKSAs New Year’s Eve approaches, residents are asked to respect the ban on setting off fireworks in the subdivision. They may be fun, but they spook pets, they leave litter on the streets and more importantly, they are a potential fire hazard. This is especially so this year, as our vegetation is still so dry. If you feel compelled to set off fireworks, please go to a safe area outside of our subdivision. But the best approach is to attend a professionally organized firework show. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s website www.hcfmo.net should be consulted nearer the holiday, as by then, it will have the latest information on any Commissioner’s Court decisions on this subject together with the location of the closest organized firework displays.
CLUBHOUSE AND POOL RENOVATIONSThose of you who have passed the clubhouse during the last couple of months, may have noticed quite a bit of activity in the area. The clubhouse now has a new roof and the big room and kitchen ceilings have been repainted. In addition, both of the restrooms have been remodeled with new double sink vanities and tiled floors. Other work includes new carpeting and improved lighting in the hallways and new doors to the pump room. These improvements follow the new fencing around the trash area that was also recently replaced. But the biggest improvement that will be appreciated by those who use our swimming pool area is that we have had it plus the baby pool completely re-plastered and repairs made to the pool deck. This work was necessary to arrest the gradual deterioration that has occurred over the last few years and to maintain the standard of our recreational facilities. This benefits both users of these facilities and by making the area more attractive, potential purchasers of homes in our subdivision.
NEW CONTRACTORSAs part of the continuing effort to hold down costs, your Board went out for competitive bids for both the 2012 landscaping and pool service contracts. As a result, we now have new contractors to perform both of these services. The landscaping contract has been awarded to Texas Lawn Care, a Katy company. It will replace IMS, which has serviced our landscaping needs for a number of years. Houston Recreation Management (H-Rec) will be our new pool company replacing Lone Star. It provided the most competitive pricing and reference checks with its existing customers leads us to believe that we will be well served. We are looking forward to working with the H-Rec staff to provide a great swimming season this year.
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WSMA, INC.
NOVEMBER 15, 2011A meeting of the Board of Directors of the Williamsburg Settlement Maintenance Association, Inc. was held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 5:30 PM at the Williamsburg Settlement clubhouse, 1602 Hoyt, Katy, Texas 77449.
ATTENDANCEBoard Members present were Floyd Ball, Dave Ellis, Walter Smith, Larry Crain, Cyndy Thompson, Don McClelland and Martin Spears. Also in attendance were Dolores Sue and Joe Ristuccia representing Planned Community Management, Inc. (PCMI) and Officer Paul Wilburn.
With a quorum being established, the meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM.
MINUTESThe Board reviewed the minutes of the October 18, 2011 meeting. A motion to accept the minutes as written was made by Walter Smith seconded by Dave Ellis and unanimously approved.
HOMEOWNER CONCERNSThere was one (1) homeowner present for the Customer Concerns portion of the meeting. The homeowner expressed his appreciation for the Board’s service.
He began by informing the Board that he was recently bitten by a
vicious dog. He was able to restrain the dog in his back yard until the County arrived to remove the animal eighteen to twenty-four (18-24) hours later. He said that a deputy did arrive at his home in one and one-half to two (1 1/2 - 2) hours and followed him to the Emergency Room where he had to receive some very expensive treatment. He asked the Board to let the residents of our subdivision know that he is licensed to carry a firearm and should a similar situation occur in the future he fully intends to shoot any dog that attacks him.
He then went on to discuss the recycling program. He stated that he had followed the recycling truck from 7:59 AM to 10:30 AM on the last pick-up day prior to the meeting and he had counted 194 homes with recycle bins awaiting pick-up. He does not feel that this is a good enough percentage participation to warrant the cost of the program, which the Board informed him, is just $1.35 per home per month. He would like a survey of the residents conducted to determine how many wish to continue to use the recycling program. Further, he alleges that the trash company may not even be taking the recycled material to a proper recycling facility. The Board assured him that this is not the case and gave him the address of the local baling facility (15202 Dora Lane, Sugar Land 77498) from where the baled material is shipped to the Recycling Foundation in Baton Rouge.
The Board informed him that when the trash contract was last renewed, the Association saved $19,339 over the money that was allocated in the 2010 budget based on the then current contract. This allowed it to include the recycling program, which it still believes is valued by most residents. The Board stated that they will take his suggestions into consideration when the contract comes up for renewal in 2013.
The resident stated that a number of years ago he was granted Power of Attorney by a large number residents giving him the authority to cast proxy votes on their behalf. As these documents are notarized and still valid he is prepared to use them to attempt to effect the changes he would like to see in the way in which the Board conducts its business. He also stated his intent to challenge all proxies used at the annual meeting that are not notarized. The Board informed him that the current law does not require the Associations proxies to be notarized.
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His next item was that he wants the Board to seek competitive bids for the administrative services function that has been performed by PCMI since the inception of the subdivision. He was told that the opinion of the Board is that it is currently getting excellent value for the money spent, which has not increased for a number of years and that PCMI provides the history and continuity that is very valuable to the Association as Board members come and go. He stated that if needed, he will use his proxies to call a special meeting of the membership at a cost to the Association of about $1,800 to make this happen if the Board does not voluntarily accede to his request. Further, he will use his proxies to oppose the re-election in April of any Board member who is unprepared to support his position on this issue.
He asked the PCMI manager if she was aware of First Colony and that they paid $150,000 a year for management. She assured him that she is aware of First Colony.
His next item was closed meetings. He does not believe there should be any closed sessions. The Board explained that the only closed portion of the monthly meetings is the executive session during which individual deed restriction violations and maintenance fee delinquencies and any other subjects that are of a private and sensitive nature are discussed. Furthermore, the right to hold discussions of such confidential material in a closed session is embodied in the 2011 legislative changes with which the Association is fully compliant. With the exception of the executive sessions, all Board meetings will be open to Association members.
At this time, the Board thanked the resident for his comments and he left the meeting.
PATROL SERVICE REPORTMartin Spears presented the patrol service report. He expressed his continued satisfaction with the service being provided.
FINANCIAL AND DELINQUENCY SUMMARYDave Ellis presented the financials. As of October 31, 2011, the money in the bank totaled $439,930. This includes checking, savings accounts and CD’s and is the money to cover both operating expenses and the necessary reserve to fund maintenance and replacement of the Association’s capital assets.
Dave Ellis reminded the Board that December of each year is the month when the transfer of funds to the reserve account should occur. As there is no meeting scheduled for December, he recommended that the financials be reviewed at year-end and if there is excess money over and above that forecasted after all 2011 commitments have been met that this be transferred to the reserve to help offset some of the excess cost incurred by the pool re-plastering currently in progress. Larry Crain made a motion to have a committee of Officers Dave Ellis, Walt Smith and Floyd Ball review the year-end financials and if there is any money in excess of that forecasted, to decide on how much of it, in addition to the $20,600 already budgeted for transfer, should be moved into the reserve fund. Cyndy Thompson seconded this and the motion carried.
Delinquency for the month ending October 31, 2011 totaled $33,073.
OLD BUSINESSPerimeter Fence rePair UPdateLarry Crain reported the Saturday in October fence repair project went extremely well. There is another work session scheduled for November 19, 2011.
He reported there were a couple of small poison ivy cases.
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AdditionAl tree trimming UpdAteLarry Crain informed the Board that the entire common area tree trimming that had been approved has now been completed.
pool And BABy pool repAir/re-plAstering UpdAteUpon draining the pool, it was found that the pool plaster needed to be totally removed as opposed to a bond coating being applied as was initially approved. This was because the pool already had three coats of plaster, some of which was loose which made the addition of a bond coat impractical. The Board had voted on this by email so that the work could proceed and this decision was ratified at this meeting. The Board also approved any other necessary incidental expenditures that come to light as the work proceeds. This includes the replacement of cracked and broken hangers for the lane ropes and whatever repairs are required to the pool lights.
ClUBhoUse roofDave Ellis reported the clubhouse roof replacement is now complete, with the exception of some flashing that will need to be added following the chimney foundation work (see below). As this will require the roof contractor to make a return visit, there may be some minor additional cost involved.
ChristmAs deCorAtions VolUnteers Martin Spears reported there have been no volunteers for the community decoration project. Dave Ellis will send out a second email on this topic.
yArd of the month Cyndy Thompson reported she has selected a residence to receive the Yard-of-the-Month award and will be contacting the resident to ask them if they will accept it and allow the sign in their yard. She will prepare a brief write-up for Dave Ellis to post on the website and to go into the newsletter.
NEW BUSINESSpool ContrACtDave Ellis presented the Board with five (5) proposals for the 2012 pool service contract. While there has been a good working relationship over the years with Lone Star, the incumbent pool company, its bid was the highest. In addition as it was not selected to re-plaster the pool, it sent a letter rescinding its proposal for continuation of the pool service contract. Dave Ellis informed the Board that the most competitive bid was offered by Houston Recreation Management (H-Rec). Dave Ellis and Floyd Ball reviewed its proposed contract in detail and submitted requested changes, all of which were accepted by H-Rec. In addition, references were checked and were very positive. All companies were invited to present options for a three-year contract and H-Rec offered the second and third year with a not-to-exceed price escalation of 4% with a thirty day no penalty cancellation. A motion to accept the Houston Recreation Management Contract proposal for a three (3) year contract term to begin January 1, 2012 was made by Cyndy Thompson, seconded by Walt Smith and unanimously approved.
ClUBhoUse repAirs - sUBCommittee reportSubcommittee members Larry Crain, Martin Spears and Dave Ellis have reviewed the balance of the work required to complete the renovation of the clubhouse that was begun earlier in the year. A list of the remaining tasks was made and bids taken on each. Larry Crain presented a bid from Baker Marble to replace the vanities with double sinks and granite counter tops in both restrooms. He brought
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some granite samples for the Board to inspect. Bids for hallway carpeting were obtained and Larry also showed some carpeting samples of varying grades. Martin has been investigating non-slip tiles for the restrooms. Samples of these indicating color choices were also inspected. He also presented a bid to replace the pump room doors, which will no longer close. Dave Ellis presented the cost to replace the lights in the restrooms and the access hallway and summarized all the bids. A motion to accept the subcommittee’s recommendations that would incur a cost not to exceed $11,500 was made by Walt Smith, seconded Martin Spears and unanimously approved. The work will be managed by Larry and Martin and will be scheduled so as to minimize inconvenience to clubhouse rentals, the schedule of which is posted on the Clubhouse Bookings page of our website. Final selection of materials and colors will be made by the subcommittee with input from other Board members as required.
Clubhouse Chimney Foundation RepaiRDave Ellis presented a proposal from M & C Foundation Repair for $1,600 to repair the foundation of the chimney, which is now leaning. This bid was $800 less than Olshan, which is not competitive on such small jobs and which recommended this company. Walt Smith made a motion to accept the proposal seconded by Larry Crain. As soon as the foundation work is complete, Dave Ellis will contact the roofing company and have the flashing installed (as was discussed earlier).
2011 auditDave Ellis presented the proposal from Kenneth Johse, CPA to perform the annual audit of the Association books and to file the Association’s income tax return. His price is $1,445, unchanged from last year. He has been the auditor for many past years and done very good work and is able to do hold down the cost due to his familiarity with the PCMI accounting and record keeping systems. Walt Smith made a motion to accept the contract. The motion was seconded by
Dave Ellis and unanimously approved.
Clubhouse Rental – numbeR oF oFFiCeRs RequiRedDave Ellis explained the rules requiring security guards for clubhouse rentals and expressed the view that when an event is over by 6:00 PM, such as is often the case with a baby shower or birthday, even though attended by more than 50 people the requirement for the renter to have to pay for a security guard for four (4) hours seems excessive. Similarly, when an event is attended by more than 20 young people between ages 13 and 21 but are accompanied by their family members. Dave Ellis made a motion to revise the clubhouse security rules to read that one security guard is only required when an event is attended by 50 or more people and continues past 6:00 PM or 20 or more people between the ages of 13 and 21 unaccompanied by their family members. The requirement for two security guards whenever alcohol is served will remain. This motion was seconded by Walt Smith and unanimously carried.
adJouRnment to eXeCutiVe sessionAt 7:00 PM, the Board adjourned to executive session to discuss Delinquencies, Deed restriction matters and contracts.
delinquenCiesThe Board reviewed the delinquent report and disposition of same.
deed RestRiCtion ViolationsThe Board reviewed the deed restriction inspection edit list and the disposition of same.
ADJOURNMENTAt this time the Board reconvened to open session to inform residents of decisions made during executive session. There were no homeowners present.
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Decisions Made During Executive SessionDelinquenciesBecause there is no December meeting and there may be a requirement for legal action requiring immediate decisions in regard to foreclosures between now and the January meeting, Officers Floyd Ball, Dave Ellis and Walt Smith need the authority to make decisions on such issues. A motion to grant this authority to the Officers, while keeping the entire Board apprised, was made by Cyndy Thompson, seconded by Larry Crain and unanimously approved.
Floyd Ball explained that the process for foreclosure is that when the attorney goes to foreclose, he is not to bid unless there are no other bidders. If no bidders are present, he can bid up to the amount owed the Association. He recommended staying with this policy. The Board unanimously agreed to stay with the current policy.
There are some write-offs on accounts that have been foreclosed upon by the mortgage company. Floyd Ball will get with PCMI to make sure this happens.
DeeD RestRiction ViolationsThe Board instructed PCMI to have the Association send one more letter to a resident who is at the attorney for both delinquent maintenance fees and deed restriction violations.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 PM. The next meeting will be January 17, 2011.
NEXT WSMA BOARD MEETINGThe next meeting of the WSMA Board of Directors will be held in the clubhouse on Hoyt Lane at 5:30 PM on tuesday, January 17, 2012. If you wish to be placed on the agenda, please contact PCMI at 281-870-0585 at least three days prior to the meeting.
WILLIAMSBURG SETTLEMENT SECURITY REPORT
October 1 through October 31, 2011 Type of Incident Number of IncidentsAdult Felony Arrests 2Adult Misdemeanor Arrests 1Alarm /local 3Burglary/Motor Vehicle 1Burglary/Residence 1Check School / Clubhouse 29Curfew Violations 4Disturbance/Family Assault 2Disturbance/Juvenile 1Disturbance/Noise 3Felony Warrants Executed 2Follow-Up 2Information Calls/Alarms 3Meet the Citizen 42Meet the Officer 2Motorist Assist 1Solicitors 2Suspicious Persons 2Traffic Hazard 4Traffic Initiative 5Traffic Stop 5Unknown Medical Emergency 2Vacation Watch 7Vehicle/Abandoned 1Welfare check 2
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RESIDENT DIRECTORY MAINTENANCE If any resident wishes to change the information that they have previously provided for publication in the directory, they can do so by using the Residents’ Directory Entry Form accessible via the Registration page of our website www.wsmaonline.org. When the information is received, it will be updated on the database. If the resident indicates that he or she wants that information published in the directory, it will be sent out in a monthly update to all registered residents who can use it to manually annotate their copy and it will be marked for inclusion in the next edition. A log will be maintained of all changes since the last publication, which will be emailed to any resident who requests it. This way, the directory can remain useful throughout its operational life. New residents to our subdivision are requested to use the same form to register their information for inclusion in the directory or to state their desire not to have their information included. This request is included in the “Welcome Packet” given to all new residents, as soon as PCMI is made aware of the change in ownership.
STREET LIGHT OUTAGESTo report a burned out street light, any resident may call CenterPoint directly at 713-207-2222. However, for those with Internet access, you may also make this report on-line. For those interested, the website address to do this is http://cnp.centerpointenergy.com/outage. Then enter your contact details so that they can get back to you if more information is required. On the following page enter the details of the light(s) with the problem. Just as you would if reporting the outage via the telephone, you will need to provide the street address where the light is located and the 6-digit number that is prominently displayed on the front of the pole. Under normal circumstances the crew will be out to fix the problem within 7 working days. Anyone noticing a streetlight that is out or has some other malfunction is encouraged to report the problem to CenterPoint via either of these two methods without delay. Our Association is charged for every streetlight each month, irrespective of whether or not the light is functioning. So please help us get value for your hard earned money!
REMINDER AbOUT HOUSE PAINTINGResidents need to be sure and pay attention to the state of the paint on their houses. Many of the houses in the settlement are of an age that they will soon need to be repainted or sided. Please be proactive in getting this done when necessary. Doing this before you have a problem will not only keep your house looking nicer, but doing it early can end up saving you money! But please remember that all such work does require Architectural Review Committee approval. This is obtained by completing a “Request For Home Improvement Approval” form and mailing it to PCMI. A blank copy of this form is included in this newsletter and is also available on the Board Notices and Forms page our website at WSMAonline.org.
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The fees are as follows:
BIG ROOM RENTAL FEE: Up to 49 people - $50 50-100 people - $75
Plus a refundable security deposit: No alcohol served - $100
Alcohol served or the attendance of 20 or more between the ages of 13 and 21- $200*
SMALL ROOM RENTAL FEE: Up to 20 people - $30
Plus a refundable security deposit of $50
*Note that when alcohol is served, two security guards must also be on duty. The requirement for two is mandated by the Sheriff’s Department. When no alcohol is being served but the event is attended by 50 or more people and continues past 6:00 PM or 20 or more people between the ages of 13 and 21 unaccompanied by their family members, one security guard is required. The charge for the security guards, which is paid directly to the officers, is the responsibility of the resident requesting the rental. All deposits refundable upon passing the exit inspection.
For clubhouse and pool availability, refer to the Clubhouse Bookings page of the Association website www.wsmaonline.org and then to make a reservation, please complete the pool entries on the on-line Clubhouse Booking Form.
If you need further information, call Dave Ellis at 281-347-2580.
VETERINARy PUBLIC HEALTH LEASH LAWAnimals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents. While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal.
Veterinary Public Health (formerly called Harris County Animal Control) advises that “All dogs and cats must be kept under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat or to allow any dog or cat to become a stray.”
Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following circumstances:1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more then six (6) feet in length, if the line or leash is held by a human being who is capable of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question or2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle or3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does not have access to sidewalk to street.”
While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly restrained.
Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet.
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teeNAGe JOB seeKersIf you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, (one only) year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to [email protected]. Must have parent(s) permission.
(Revised 8/11)If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on.
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iMPortaNt datesJan. 2nd & 3rd – Student HolidayJan. 4th – Grading Period BeginsJan. 16th – MLK Day (Student Holiday)Feb. 16th – Early Dismissal (Secondary 11:35 AM; Elementary 12:40 PM); End of Grading PeriodFeb. 17th – Student HolidayFeb. 20th – Student HolidayFeb. 21st – Grading Period Begins
kisd PartNers iN edUCatioNJan. 20th - Men Who Mentor. A manly breakfast for guys who currently mentor and those who are interested in mentoring. 7:30 – 9:00 AM, ESC Room 1200.
FaMiLies CaMPaigN Last year, our Katy ISD community supported 265 Katy ISD students and their families by raising over $13,000. Coordinating Food for Families is always a tremendous blessing for us here in Partners in Education. We hope to share that joy with you.
stePPiNg iNto tHe FUtUre sCHoLarsHiPsDrs. James Jacobs and Nicolas Manriquez, of Your Total Foot Care Specialist, are pleased to announce, two $1,500 “Stepping Into The Future” scholarships for 2012 KISD graduating seniors. Applications must be submitted to the offices of Your Total Foot Care Specialist by March 29, 2012, 5:00 PM. A third party committee will select the two winning applicants. The “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship program is available to seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from 2.5 to 3.7. The scholarships are geared towards those students showing academic promise through a combination of demonstrated academic achievement and leadership potential. The two “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship recipients will be announced at the Katy ISD Awards Ceremonies during May.
CoMMUNity edUCatioNCommunity Education offers evening and on-line classes to adults for fun, enrichment and learning. Some of the classes offered are Foreign Languages, Arts and Crafts, Finance, Computer, Sewing, Dance and Music. For information on these and many other classes and to view the fall schedule, go to www.katyisd.org/com_edu or call 281-396-6365.
keys MeNtoriNgOne mentor, one student, one hour per week. KEYS brings adult role models into Katy ISD schools to motivate, encourage and inspire students on the brink of success. Mentors meet with their student on campus at a pre-designated time each week. As mentor and student build their relationship, they decide together how to spend their mentoring time. Whether spent playing games, reading or just talking, that one hour a week makes a tremendous difference in the life of a child.
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Pictured (L-R): Jim Burns, KEYS Mentor; Eduardo Reyes, former KEYS student now attending the University of Houston; Dr. Cazilda Steele, Principal, Mayde Creek High School; and Wayne Meyer, General Manager, Firethorne.
Firethorne Leads the way as Keys PLatinum sPonsor
Firethorne has committed to Katy ISD’s Partners in Education (PIE) as the first KEYS Scholarship Platinum Sponsor for 2011. As a KEYS sponsor, Firethorne is helping to create scholarships for students who have participated in KEYS through their senior year. This is the first year that PIE has opened sponsorship levels for KEYS, with 100 percent of the sponsorship dollars going directly to KEYS Scholarships. Former KEYS student Eduardo Reyes and his KEYS
mentor Jim Burns visited Firethorne representatives last week to thank them for their generous support.
The KEYS (Keep Encouraging Youth toward Success) mentor program is offered to Katy ISD students who are on the brink of success. Often, these students have been challenged by life circumstances outside of their control. Mentors meet with their students on campus each week during the school year, in between the school day.
When Reyes’ mentor first met him, it wasn’t with the intent of becoming his mentor, it was with the intent of helping him organize his backpack, locker and life. After several weeks of helping Reyes get organized, Burns naturally fell into the role of becoming his mentor. For the next six years, Burns helped Reyes recognize his gifts, talents, intelligence and encouraged him to pursue his dreams.
Firethorne, a 1,400-acre residential community in Katy/Fulshear, is actively involved with Katy ISD through programs such as Junior Achievement and the Partners in Education annual Promise to Read and Food for Families programs. Firethorne is located near the crossroads of I-10 west and FM 1463.
KEYS’ annual event Ties & Tiaras, hosted at Agave Road on March 1, 2012, will celebrate mentors while supporting the KEYS Scholarship Fund. Featuring student performances throughout the come-and-go event, the 2012 Mentors of the Year will also be announced.
KEYS is brought to you by Partners in Education, the department that brings the community into the classroom. For more information about KEYS and to find out how you can get involved, visit the KEYS web page at www.katyisd.org, or contact Martha Brown at 281-396-2468.
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GIFTED STUDENTS GET CREATIVE WITH TRASH
Hundreds of gifted and talented elementary students enjoyed getting together at the Katy Parents of Gifted & Talented (KPGT) GT Create Date, to make puppets out of recyclable materials. Students and parents let their imaginations loose as they turned trash to treasure at this fun event
co-sponsored by KPGT and KISD. Led by professional puppeteer Greg Ruhe from Puppet Pizzazz and professional artist Taylor Perry, the children enjoyed an inspiring and hilarious puppet show before launching into their own creations.
The Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented (KPGT) organization was formed in 1987. It is a non-profit organization. KPGT aims promote the welfare of gifted and talented students by empowering KISD families and educators with information, resources, tools and voice to ensure opportunities that encourage gifted students’ passion for learning. Further information is available on KPGT’s website at www.kpgt.org.
DEmoGRApHIC UpDATE SHoWS CoNTINUED GRoWTH FoR KATy ISD
During the October 24th Board of Trustees meeting, Dr. Pat Guseman, president of Population and Survey Analysts (PASA), presented the 2011 Demographic Update that shows steady growth for Katy ISD, at a rate of approximately three percent each year over the next five years. While slightly slower than the rapid growth experienced between 2001 and 2009, the report shows approximately 23,000 additional students moving to the district during the next 10 years. The district also announced that as part of the Long Range Facilities Plan process, Katy ISD has entered into the initial stages of the Attendance Boundary Modification (ABM) process.
Last November, Katy ISD voters approved a bond referendum that included five new campuses – three elementary schools, one junior high and one high school. Four of the five campuses are set to open in fall 2012 and High School No. 7 is slated to open in fall 2013.
Katy ISD is a TEA Recognized district serving more than 62,000 students. Covering 181 square miles west of downtown Houston, Katy ISD is comprised of 53 campuses and with more than 8,000 employees is one of the largest employers in the West Houston area.
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St. Peter’S UMC Childhood develoPMent Center regiStration
Registration for the 2012-2013 school year for St. Peter’s United Methodist Church – Early Childhood Development Center begins January 9, 2012 and continues through January 20, 2012. Registration forms will be available in the St. Peter’s ECDC Preschool office. We offer classes that are developmentally and socially appropriate for children ages 15 months through 5 years of age. We are located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450. For more information, please visit our website www.stpkaty.org and click on the ECDC Preschool tab at the top of the page or call the St. Peters ECDC Office at 281-492-0623 from 9 AM - 3 PM.
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Wednesday-Thursday: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PMMiércoles y jueves: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PMChurch on the rock is located at 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston TX 77094. Phone: 281-599-9777. This is monthly event same days and time. Is a bilingual program.
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Texas Christian School will hold their annual Open Houses:Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 6:30 PM: “Meet and Greet,” tour the campus, visit classrooms, refreshments.Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 6:30 PM: View Science/Art Fair projects, tour the campus, visit classrooms.
Educating 2-year-old - 12th grade for over 20 years using challenging Curriculum, character development and sports. Contact us at 281-550-6060, 17810 Kieth-Harrow Blvd., Houston, TX 77084 or visit www.TexasChristianSchool.org.
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West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2012 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Monica Canady at [email protected].
Katy Pony baseball sPrinG reGistration Dates
Katy Pony Baseball for ages 4-17, co-ed, will be registering for the 2012 Spring Season on the following dates and locations: Saturday, January 14th - 10:00 AM-2:00 PM: Frozen Ropes, 20,000 Park RowWednesday, January 18th and 25th - 6:00 PM-8:30 PM and Saturday, January 21st - 10:00 AM-2:00 PM: Academy Sports and Outdoors at I-10 and Grand Parkway
Or register online at www.katyponybaseball.org through January 22nd.
Holy covenant uMc sPrinG soccer reGistration
Spring Soccer season is just around the corner at Holy Covenant United Methodist Church. Registration began in December. Evaluations are January 7th and January 21st. Practice begins the week of February 6th. Come out and join the fun. The cost is $75, which includes uniforms. Ages 4 - 5th grade. Providing the Best Sports Experience for every child. For more information: Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Rd, Katy, Texas 77449-3717, 281-579-1200 or www.holycov.org.
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Standing, L to R: Coach Cody Guidry, Caleb Mendoza, Connor Fay, Coach Javier Mendoza, Carter Smith, Trey Morris, Devin Pitre, Manager Macky McIntyre, Jared
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Katy bullDoGs Win WorlD seriesThe Katy Bulldogs 12U Elite Baseball team was able to prevail in the National Cooperstown Tournament of Champions World Series in Oneonta, New York during the week of July 16-22, 2011. In facing some stiff competition from all across the country, their record for the week was 9-1-1, finishing off the series with a 17-7 win over the OC Hitmen from California in the championship game. Every member of the team contributed to the week’s success with key defensive plays, consistent pitching and a total of 44 homeruns throughout the week. The Katy Bulldogs consisted of players from all over the Katy and Bellville areas: Tyler Cauchy, Connor Fay, Jared Inlow, Connor McIntyre, Caleb Mendoza, Trey Morris, Devin Pitre, Carter Smith, Matthew Stockard, Kaleb Thompson, Garrett Walker and Matthew Zuniga. Coaching staff included: Macky McIntyre, Gene Thompson, Cody Guidry and Javier Mendoza. Along with a few roster changes, the Katy Bulldogs have moved up to 13U Premier level and are now known as the Texas Sluggers. Look for the Sluggers to continue their winning ways in Nation’s Baseball tournaments in the Spring of 2012.
Crosspoint Youth Football League’s (CYFL) 5th grade Cougars beat the CYFL Gators on Saturday, November 12th, 30 - 0 at the Taylor High School Competition Field. This is the second year in a row that the Cougars have won a CYFL Championship in a shut out. The Cougars also went on to win the Super Bowl, 24 - 18 against the ADC (Alief Dads Club) Buccaneers on Saturday, November 19th at Taylor High School.
katY YmCa proGramsRegister now for YMCA Winter Sports Leagues. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available.
NFL Flag Football – ages 6-12Basketball – Ages 3-18Volleyball – Ages 12-18Cheerleading – Ages 5-11Drill/Dance Team – Ages 12-15 Winter Swim Lesson registration is going on now. Weekday morning, evening and Saturday sessions available. Private lessons also offered. Scholarships available.
CinCo BoYs LaCrosseBased in Katy, Cinco Lacrosse strives to be the best of the best in lacrosse, both in sportsmanship and in skill. We play in Division I of the boys Texas High School Lacrosse League and compete against many nearby teams and also in various tournaments in the Houston area under the leadership of our professional coaching staff. If you attend Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes or Pope John XXII high schools, you are eligible to join our team. Please see our website, www.cincoranchlacrosse.org to register or for more information.
katY ruGBY CLuBFun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.
LadY sharks Women’s GoLF assoCiation (WGa)
The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Edna Hemingway at 281-579-7621, [email protected] or Michele Hurlburt at 281-398-7696, [email protected].
attention LadY GoLFers Please join us for a different golf outing every Wednesday morning. We are a small, fun group playing mostly around the west Houston area. Please contact [email protected] or call Nancy at 281-550-2043.
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Pope John XXII High School, 1800 West Grand Parkway N. Katy TX 77449, located on the corner of Franz and W. Grand Parkway, will host a Community Wide Garage Sale from 7:30 AM to 12 noon, Saturday, March 3, 2012, in the school gym (rain or shine). 12X12 Spaces are available to rent for $30, if interested. Please contact Ana Sanchez re: Community Garage Sale at [email protected]. Space is limited, so act fast!
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UPcoMIng BAnqUeT of lIfeThe Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston will be hosting their upcoming “Hidden Treasures” Banquet of Life on Thursday, January 19, 2012. This lovely evening includes a decadent meal and features Abby Johnson and Shawn Carney: two amazing speakers serving the pro-life mission. All monies raised at this event will go to benefit the many services offered by the Pregnancy Help Center.
Tickets are now available for $75 each and can be purchased at www.donate-phckaty.org or by calling Lisa Marlowe at 281-578-0078, ext. 103. The Banquet of Life will be held at the Second Baptist Church West Campus at 19449 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094.
Founded in 1989, the Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, who ministers to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of women and their extended families as they deal with the circumstances surrounding a present, potential or former pregnancy by sharing the truth and love of Jesus Christ.
ST. elIZABeTh Ann SeTon KnIghTS of colUMBUS “lAS VegAS nIghT”
The Knights of Columbus Council 8096 of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church invite you to attend our 26th Charity Las Vegas Night.
The event will be held on February 18, 2012, from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM, at the church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma, in the Community Life Center.
A prize auction will follow with fabulous items to bid on with the play money you win. Included will be a trip to Las Vegas, hotel stays, restaurant dinners, sports memorabilia, wonderful gift baskets, fantastic coupons and fabulous merchandise.
We hope you will join us and promise you a fun-filled evening of Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Slot Machines and other games. Snacks and drinks are included in the price. Donations appreciated. Bring your friends and neighbors.
Tickets are only $15 per person and all proceeds will benefit local Knights of Columbus Charities.
For more information, please call Franklin Holub 281-463-6122, email [email protected].
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Job FairEpiphany Church at 1530 Norwalk Drive in Katy, is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, January 26, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is free and there will be 50 companies represented for jobs from Receptionist to Vice President in the areas of finance, healthcare, IT, engineering, to name a few. A list of the companies that are participating and the openings they have will be given to job candidates on the morning of the fair. To ensure we have the most current information from our participating employers, this list will not be distributed prior to the day of the event. This event is geared toward degreed, career-minded, professional job candidates. Candidates with no/some college but substantial related work experience would also be well suited for this event. Bring plenty of resumes.
Houston Family arts CenterPerformances are at Houston Family Arts Center Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070.
2011-2012 MainsTage season:A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center)The 39 Steps (apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main StageGuys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center)
Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.
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9tH annual Katy PresCHool FairThe MOMS Club of Katy, TX presents the 9th Annual Katy Preschool Fair on saturday, January 21st, from 10 AM until noon, at Crosspoint Community Church (located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd. Katy, TX 77450). The Preschool Fair not only helps bring many area Preschools and Mother’s Day Out Programs together in one location for the convenience of families, but also benefits the Pregnancy Help Center of Katy. Donations of diapers and wipes will be collected at the fair for the Pregnancy Help Center. The Preschool Fair is open to the public and admission is free, but we encourage all who attend to please bring a donation. For additional information, please contact Erin Morey at [email protected]. For additional information about the Pregnancy Help Center, please visit their website at www.phckaty.org.
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PresCHool-aGeD CHilDrenEnjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-september through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact [email protected] or 713-464-4900.
Upcoming programs include:January 3rd & 4th: no program - Winter breakJanuary 10th & 11th: Being GreenJanuary 17th & 18th: ReptilesJanuary 24th & 25th: Nature DetectivesJan. 31st/Feb. 1st: Mice & SquirrelsFebruary 7th & 8th: Talk to the AnimalsFebruary 14th & 15th: Bird ValentinesFebruary 21st & 22nd: InsectsFebruary 28th & 29th: Ladybugs
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witH tHe Biggest Heart For MDaIt’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time. For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, April 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign. The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the community for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA summer camp, held in Burton, Texas. For more information, please contact MDA Director of Business Development Carrie Dalton at 713-522-3679 or [email protected].
Fire on tHe altarWorship and Prayer event hosted by the Great Southwest Prayer Center located at 26555 South Mason Road in the Epi Center will be held February 2 - 4, 2012. Churches from the Katy and West Houston areas will be participating in a worship event that will be held for 3 days and nights. Members of the Katy West Houston community are invited to participate at any time during this 3-day global prayer movement. Check out our website at www.firealter.com.
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west Houston/katy aglowAglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings, there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer and hear from a guest speaker. Many of the ladies share lunch afterwards. You are most cordially invited to attend the Katy Aglow group. You will be glad you did.
DATE: January 24, 2012TIME: 9:30 AM - Arrive/Visit; 10:00 AM - Meeting StartsLOCATION: Fellowship Hall at Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094. Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress @ Kingsland Blvd.CONTACT: www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information or www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International
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FOR SALEMaytag electric range, smooth top, never used, $350. 281-647-6056.
Cooling/heat pump, 1.5 ton “York” split system w/5KW electric coil, new - never been installed, $1,800 Neg. Pls. call for further info: 713-444-4180.
5-piece girl’s bedroom set, $500: Dresser, mirror, chest, sleigh bed, night stand, twin mattress/box springs. In excellent condition. 281-693-5617 for pictures/info.
Prom dresses, both long and short dresses, various colors and sizes; white bridal gown used for NCL presentation. Prices negotiable. 281-392-6518.
Pro-form treadmill with 6 programmed workouts, folds up to occupy less space, in excellent condition, tracks distance, calories burned and speed, paid $1,000 when new, selling for firm $375. Call Randy at 281-300-1848 if interested.
Yamaha flugel horn, silver, $500; Holton trumpet, silver, $500; Olds cornet, silver, $300; Roland arranger, $250. All OBO and in excellent condition with cases. Call 281-676-4176.
Blue sofa and love seat, $150; large study table, $75. 281-256-3609.
Dynamo McIntire 7 foot slate solid wood pool table, great shape, red felt with 3 pool sticks, stick rack and cover, $600. You move. Call 713-204-0368.
Matching living room and dining room furniture. 713-553-0970.
Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3 station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more. Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886.
Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409.
Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900-745-72, picture available, asking $205. Contact [email protected].
MOVING/GARAGE SALESEstate Sale: Duncan Phife dining table, $350; dark Rattan barrel-back chair & sectional sofa, $750; Ancient Minnesota peddle sewing machine, $100; Florida light maple bedroom set, 2 night stands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350; Admiral Signature 21 cu.ft. frost-free refrigerator w/ice maker, $125; Roper heavy duty large capacity electric dryer, $85; solid oak dining table w/six chairs, 2 leaves, $350; white Fossil Rock 2 end tables, sofa table and coffee table w/glass tops, $400; blue/white country plaid sleeper sofa, $175; solid pecan credenza, $125; Florida dark maple bedroom set, 2 nightstands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350. 281-856-0765.
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2002 Ford Explorer XLT fully loaded, V6 engine runs good, private seller. Asking $5,900. Call 713-907-6426.
Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281-455-5543.
1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.
1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder, $3,550. Call for details 281-726-4305 Pat.
WANTEDWanted: Treadmill. 281-345-9364.
Wanted: To buy Rolex watches. 281-414-3597.
HELP WANTEDLooking for part-time pest control technician for Gotcha Pest Control. Call 281-531-5113 or fax resume to 281-531-1502.
Swimming pool cleaner need: Experienced pool cleaner to help with route maintenance in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Must have dependable truck with 2” receiver towing hitch, English speaking, have cell phone and capable of lifting and carrying 100 pounds. If you meet these requirements please call 281-785-5939.
Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience
is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to [email protected].
Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to [email protected].
Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273.
Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052.
The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.
Dental Hygienist needed part-time, minimum 3 years experience, 2 days a week, 7 AM-4 PM, 9 AM-6 PM, days flexible, San Felipe/Voss. Fax Resume to 713-974-4760.
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Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394.
Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286.
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.
A growing residential construction co. locally owned & operated looking for advancement minded English speaking individual w/truck & tools. Call for more information 713-591-7825 or 713-446-6989.
Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380.
Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. 281-646-9928.
HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALEBay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003. 2 BR’s, 2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed attached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMESLas Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools
outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.
Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
NOVENA TO ST. JUDEMay the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – IK, AP, KT, LHA.
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