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VILLAGES OF CYPRESS LAKES IMPORTANT NUMBERS TRASH/WATER MANAGEMENT Best Trash 281-313-2378 Villages of Cypress Lakes Harris County MUD #391 713-860-6489 www.HCMUD391.org Crest Management Company Severn Trent Services 281-578-4265 17171 Park Row, Suite 310, Houston, TX 77084 Association Manager: Cindy Bojé 281-579-0761 IMPORTANT NUMBERS [email protected] Poison Control 800-222-1222 Animal Control 281-999-3191 Villages of Cypress Lakes West Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation 713-941-8972 Mosquito Control 713-440-4800 Crest Management Company Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000 17171 Park Row, Suite 310, Houston, TX 77084 Harris Co. Public Health & Envir 713-439-6000 Association Manager: Lindsey Wikenczy 281-579-0761 U. S. Post Office 800-275-8777 [email protected] AT&T www.att.com AT&T Repair Center 800-246-8464 Comcast Cable 713-341-1000 En-Touch Systems 281-225-1000 SECURITY Reliant Energy (Repair) 713-207-7777 For a Real Emergency Dial 911 Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111 Harris County Sherriff’s Department Street Light Repair (give pole #) 713-207-2222 www.centerpointenergy.com/outage Non-Emergency 713-221-6000 To report gas leaks 713-659-3552 Constable Ron Hickman (24-Hr Emergency) 281-376-3472 Street Repair 281-463-6300
SCHOOLS HELPFUL WEBSITES Ault Elementary School 281-373-2800 DPS Sex Offenders website http://records.txdps.state.tx.us City of Houston Main Page www.houstontx.gov Farney Elementary School 281-373-2850 Transtar Traffic Main Page www.houstontranstar.org Keith Elementary School 281-849-8250 Harris County Appraisal District www.hcad.org Goodson Middle School 281-373-2350 Salyards Middle School 281-373-2400 PUBLISHED COURTESY OF KRENEK PRINTING Cy-Ranch High School 281-373-2300 281-463-8649 • www.KrenekPrinting.com Cy-Woods High School 281-213-1800 Business Ads: [email protected] www.cfisd.net Non-Profit Articles: [email protected]
Villages of Cypress Lakes | August 2020 3 VILLAGES OF CYPRESS LAKES YAHOO GROUP We have a Yahoo Group for Villages of Cypress Lakes Neighborhoods. Everyone is invited to join. Great way for us to all stay informed on day- to-day activities in our neighborhood. Feel free to post concerns, garage sales, things for sale, things you are looking to purchase & more! http:// groups.yahoo.com/group/villagesofcypresslakes/.
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NEIGHBORLY REMINDER TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS This is a beautiful community. In helping to keep it that way, it would be If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the great to remind people that they should clean up after their pets. teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www. krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with It is great for people to have pets and love their pets, but being a good your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate neighbor is also important. We can’t tell you how bad it feels to put work and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you and money into your yard so that you and your family can enjoy it and want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send play in it... but then you find that other people have left disgusting feces emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you on your yard - for you to find and clean up! It is simply not fair. want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission. Please be courteous and clean up after your pets! DISCLAIMER HOME IMPROVEMENT – ACC APPLICATION Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed The Architectural Control Committee would like to remind you that on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references approval is needed before you begin an exterior project or change to if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers your home. This includes exterior painting, new roofs, fences, pools, from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for basketball goals, etc. With your completed ACC form, please note what any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and is needed for your type of improvement such as, photos, paint samples, the teens and their parents. solar screen samples, drawings, brochure, lot survey and your signature. If these items are not submitted with your application, your request is CODE KEY: denied and returned to you for completion. Please read the application B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED carefully. CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR • A lot survey is an architectural drawing of your property showing your CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING home, easements and building lines. A copy usually comes with your closing papers. • Please show on the survey in a distinguishable color, other than black ink, the location of your project. • Faxed pictures come across as a solid black picture, so please mail or email pictures. Faxed pictures cannot be used. TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS You will be notified by letter after the ACC committee has made a decision. NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE They have at least 30 days to review and respond to your application.
You will find an ACC form at www.crest-management.com or you may contact Crest Management at 281-579-0761 for more details.
4 August 2020 | Villages of Cypress Lakes NATIONAL DAYS IN AUGUST Did you know that every month has some sort of National Day, week or even the whole month is a National month? Some could be used to plan a fun day with the family or create a project for the kids on a rainy afternoon or maybe just start an interesting discussion! Here is a partial list (there are many more) of what we found for the month of August:
August 1st: National Girlfriends Day August 2nd: National Coloring Book Day August 3rd: National Watermelon Day August 4th: National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day FAMILY FUN MONTH August 5th: National Underwear Day Each year, Family Fun Month is celebrated throughout the month August 6th: National Root Beer Float Day of August. It is the opportune time to enjoy family with extra fun and activities. Make some time this month for family fun. August 7th: Purple Heart Day August 8th: National Happiness Happens Day August 9th: National Book Lovers Day August 10th: National Lazy Day You may want to: August 11th: National Son’s and Daughter’s Day • Go camping August 12th: National Vinyl Record Day August 13th: National Left-Handers Day • Take a vacation August 14th: National Creamsicle Day August 15th: National Lemon Meringue Pie Day • Go out for ice cream August 16th: National Tell a Joke Day • Enjoy a backyard campfire August 17th: National I Love My Feet Day! August 18th: National Ice Cream Pie Day • Build a backyard fort August 19th: National Aviation Day • Family bike ride August 20th: National Radio Day August 21st: National Spumoni Day • Day trip to the zoo nd August 22 : National Tooth Fairy Day • Fishing August 23rd: National Ride The Wind Day August 24th: National Peach Pie Day • Hiking August 25th: National Kiss and Make Up Day August 26th: National Dog Day • Day at the park August 27th: National Just Because Day • Make a talent show August 28th: National Cherry Turnovers Day August 29th: National Chop Suey Day • Cook meals together August 30th: National Grief Awareness Day • Have a karaoke night August 31st: National Matchmaker Day •Order pizza/watch a movie in the AUGUST MONTHLY OBSERVATIONS National Wellness Month, Family Fun Month, National Catfish Month, backyard National Eye Exam Month, National Golf Month, National Peach Month, • Use your imagination, spend time National Water Quality Month, Romance Awareness Month, National Sandwich Month, National Goat Cheese Month together and have fun!!
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DR. KAYNE SMITH APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF THE FEATURE LISTING TEXAS ASSOCIATION FOR PUPIL TRANSPORTATION Hidden Arbor Dr. Kayne Smith, CFISD director of transportation, was recently appointed president of the Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT) in 16411 Blackberry Trail - Gorgeous 1 1/2 Story • MLS# 90779669 conjunction with the association’s 2020 virtual awards ceremony. Smith will serve as TAPT’s 48th president and lead the executive committee for the 2020-2021 term. In the last few months, I’ve sold the following homes in Lakes of Rosehill: A TAPT executive committee member the past three years, Smith leads 17411 W. Summer Rose one of the largest affiliate organizations to the National Association of 17407 Rose Garden Trail • 16619 Rose View Court Pupil Transportation in helping facilitate networking and educational 17323 E. Lake Rose Court • 16623 Rose View Court opportunities. He served as parliamentarian for two years before serving 16607 Cottage Rose Trail • 3702 Pinebrook Hollow as president-elect for the 2019-2020 term. In addition, Smith has served Having lived in the community for 14 years, I am well versed and as the legislative committee chairperson since 2015. knowledgeable regarding pricing, HOA and septic. I consistently get high dollar results for my clients. Give me a call to see what I can do for you! “It was an honor to be elected as President of the Texas Association for Pupil Transportation for 2020-2021,” Smith said. “I am excited to be able to serve the countless school bus drivers, attendants, technicians, directors a Bier and other staff members across the state whose purpose is to provide Real Estate Agent, ABR, CHMS, CNE, a safe and healthy transportation service to the students of Texas. I am Military Relocation Specialist deeply grateful for the support and encouragement from CFISD and my team in transportation.”
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Villages of Cypress Lakes | August 2020 7 25 CAMPGROUNDS WITHIN/AROUND LAKE CONROE KOA: MONTGOMERY, TX 2 HOURS OF HOUSTON TX Here’s a KOA that’s got your back this weekend if you’re trying to relax It’s summertime and that means it’s time to get out the camping gear, fishing to the max. Bring your RV here, up to 80’ and enjoy the cable tv, wifi, poles and sun screen! There’s no better way to relax than to sit outside of the hookups and pools to lounge in all day. If you haven’t got an RV, don’t tent you just set up and breathe in. feel left out! You can stay in one of the 35 cabins that have bathrooms and a full kitchen. Tent campers are welcome as well. Visitors can explore the area and find the nearby golf course, restaurants and the lake has plenty SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL PARK: NEW WAVERLY, TX This gorgeous national park offers tent pads, picnic tables, parking spurs of recreational activities. for trailers, lantern posts, grills, potable water, and toilets. Hiking is very popular in the spring when the climate is milder. Water activities get GALVESTON ISLAND STATE PARK: GALVESTON, TX going in the summer on Double Lake with canoes and paddleboats that This park is a freaking island, so as far as camping goes you really can’t can be rented from the park. Deer is the most popular game animal in the go wrong with this option. There is hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching Sam Houston National Forest, with squirrels second. Quail and dove are and lots more. One of the many things that make this island campground found around newly regenerated timberland. For the water sportsman, unique is the paddle trails they boast. Though, if you decide to go on these, fishing and duck hunting can be enjoyed on area lakes and streams. you’ll need to bring your own canoe or kayak because they don’t rent them out. Outside the campground, there is an educational theme park called Moody Gardens. Bring the kids along and there’ll be plenty of nature for BRAZOS BEND: NEEDVILLE, TX This park has got plenty of options for activities during your stay. Lots people of various interests to enjoy and participate in during the stay. of trails, some of which are even wheelchair friendly, wind through the woods and bring you to the water’s edge of the lake. Just make sure you’ve STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE PARK: SAN FELIPE, TX brushed up on your alligator safety because they’re not uncommon in This lovely State Park has six miles of hiking trails that are open to bikers certain areas of the park. Aside from walking or biking the trails, there’s as well. Campsites have full hookups and some sites even hold up to 60 also the option of horseback riding on one of the multiuse trails. people. Stephen F. Austin State Park also holds events for youth over the
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Villages of Cypress Lakes | August 2020 9 SHELDON LAKE STATE PARK: HOUSTON, TX as well. As long as you’re wary of the alligators that dwell in the area, Sheldon Lake State Park is open to fishing and wildlife observation. You’re visitors can enjoy camping, hiking, birding, swimming, and biking. On welcome to take your boat out for a ride or fish off the banks, so long as your way in and out you can stop at the souvenir shop that sells treats you’re wary of the alligators inhabiting the park. The learning center has and equipment! tons of activities for the kids that you can sign up for and enjoy. Some of these activities are more hands-on, like catch and release fishing LAKE LIVINGSTON KOA: ONALASKA, KOA and some are visual demonstrations like green building technologies Here’s a popular KOA that you’ll probably need to make a reservation for or smart wildscape demonstrations for gardening and using beautiful ahead of time to ensure you get yourself a spot for the night. There is native plants. a beautiful pool with lounge chairs for you to relax and sink into while soaking in the sun. Your kids will enjoy the playground. If you love BASTROP STATE PARK: BASTROP, TX enjoying the great outdoors and its many inhabitants, there is a local bald A forest with a history and personality, the Lost Pines located on Bastrop eagle named Eddie who supposedly flies around the area frequently. State Park used to be a luscious and well-groomed forest before being There is also fishing, a pavilion to admire the scenery in, and is known for damaged by floods and fires. Now, the forest’s recovery is just as beautiful the sunset views. a sight. The story itself is a perfect reason to visit, but Bastrop also has swimming, biking, hiking and geocaching as an incentive. If you’re VILLAGE CREEK STATE PARK: LUMBERTON, TX looking to exploring the surrounding area, Bastrop also has museums Campers interested in sleeping in tents, RVs or cabins are welcome here. and restaurants to check out on your vacation! You’ll be able to go swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and more with your friends and family. If you prefer to learn about your surroundings and its BUESCHER STATE PARK: SMITHVILLE, TX history rather than being emerged in the real deal, there are programs Experienced bicyclists looking for a challenge will enjoy the bike trails and museums aplenty for you to observe and glean information from here at Buescher State Park. This park connects with Bastrop State Park via during your stay. a paved road with great views of the area. Unfortunately, there is currently no swimming in this park, but if you adventure the short commute to the PALMETTO STATE PARK: GONZALES, TX nearby Bastrop you’ll find a nice swimming pool for visitors like yourself. This little oasis has a multitude of thirsty plants that cannot live in other Lastly, if you’re hankering to float along in a tandem kayak or a canoe, you areas due to the lack of water. The park is named for the dwarf palmettos can do so through rental at Buescher State Park. that grow beneath the trees. As a visitor, you can also enjoy the copious amounts of flowing and stagnant water by swimming, tubing, fishing LOCKHART STATE PARK: SMITHVILLE, TX and canoeing. Those interested in keeping dry will enjoy bird watching, This park has a pool, grounds for camping, trails to hike and a nine-hole hiking, geocaching or staring at the dwarf palmettos. golf course among many other things that allow you to get active! If you want to go fishing but don’t want to lug around your equipment, you’re VICTORIA COLETO CREEK LAKE KOA: VICTORIA, TX in luck! The park has fishing equipment available for guests to use during Come to this RV and tent camping site to enjoy the lovely wildflowers, their stay. If you’re looking to have a gathering of people for a family or scattered oaks, birds and other wildlife. There is a pond with catfish that you church event, there is a Group Recreation Hall that also has a kitchen can relax on the edge of while fishing and other areas for freshwater fishing. capable of holding up to 75 people at once. The winters are not as frigid as up north, so you can always count on decent weather should you decide to vacation here! There are plenty of places in the LAKE LIVINGSTON: LIVINGSTON, TX area for you to check out, making it perfect for both short or extended stays. If you’re looking for a beautiful place to host a family reunion, try looking here! Campsites have full hookups and there are rentable screen shelters Excerpted from https://50campfires.com/
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