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Find Businesses easier on our BIZFINDER at www.krenekprinting.com! 2 October 2018 | Twin Lakes Community Newsletter TL Website: www.twinlakeshouston.com Webmaster: David Dronet 713-937-9223 HELPFUL NUMBERS TWIN LAKES MANAGEMENT COMPANY Crest Management Monica Hamm 281-579-0761 TLWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Maria Rivera President: Emely McHattie TWIN LAKES HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION OFFICERS 1st VP Subdivision Events: President- Herman Torres 713-849-9790 Chris Ghery 281-799-0762 Vice President- Ken Broussard 281-606-0690 Sherri Alexander 832-309-0410 Secretary –Gene Henderson 713-937-4390 Treasurer- Cecelia Valencia 346-312-1480 2nd VP Membership: Diretor - Colin McHattie 832-359-5906 Julie Polk 713-539-2429 Karen Stillwell 757-615-3516 TLHOA CONTACTS •Landscape Ken Broussard 281-606-0690 Secretary: Shaista Hill Member Facilities Operations 3rd VP Activities: •Clubhouse Betty May 713-302-7857 Cecelia Valencia 346-312-1480 •Tennis Courts Brenda Tolbert 713-703-5644 TWIN LAKES SECURITY Secretary/Treasurer: Entrance Security Gate - 713-466-1629 Darlene Marmottin 713-502-9852 Security Officer’s Cell - 832-953-9918 Public Relations: TWIN LAKES - MISCELLANEOUS Sue Breen 281-615-0193 Clubhouse Reservations Crest Management 281-579-0761 Joyce Evans: [email protected] Post Office James Griffith Station 1-800-275-8777 9320 Emnora Lane HPD Dispatch - Addicks Reservoir only 713-222-3131 UTILITIES Harris Co. Sheriff's Office (non-emergency line) 713-221-6000 Cable -Comcast Communications 713-341-1000 Electricity - Reliant Energy 713-207-7777 Street lights, have pole number Residential outage or service 713-207-2222 SCHOOLS Gas - Centerpoint 713-659-2111 Gas Leak & Fire ONLY 713-659-3552 Kirk Elementary 713-849-8250 AT & T phones 1-800-288-2020 Truitt Middle School 281-856-1100 Trash & Recycling - Republic Services 713-726-7300 Cy-Ridge High School 281-807-8000 Water - Harris Country MUD #255 Regional Water Corp. 281-897-9100 Krenek Printing Company 281-463-8649 www.krenekprinting.com Plumbing Problems? 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Best Warranty in the Business • Bonded, Insured & Licensed Plumbers www.bluefrogplumbing.com/NWHouston Twin Lakes Community Newsletter | October 2018 3 WWW.TWINLAKESHOUSTON.COM HARRIS COUNTY MUD NO. 255 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING The next meeting for the Harris County MUD No. 255 Board of Di- rectors is to be held on Thursday, October 11, 2018 beginning at 12 Noon at the offices of Smith, Murdaugh, Little & Bonham, L.L.P. located at 1100 Louisiana Street, Suite 400, Houston, TX, 77002. All are welcome to attend. HARRIS COUNTY MUD NO. 255 Twin Lakes Subdivision WATER USAGE August Water Report: Below is the consumption report for August 2018 showing the water usage for all residences in the district. Rate Order Tiers August 2018 July 2018 0 To 5,000 Gallons 36 44 5,001 To 10,000 Gallons 35 50 10,001 To 15,000 Gallons 61 77 15,001 To 20,000 Gallons 88 86 20,001 To 25,000 Gallons 68 71 25,001 To 30,000 Gallons 46 32 TACLB021058E 30,001 To 50,000 Gallons 50 27 LICENSED INSURED Over 50,001 Gallons 5 3 FREE 1st lb. Freon (R410 only) How does your usage compare with these numbers? Your usage can 1/2 Priced Condenser Coil Cleaning be found on your monthly bill, simply multiply reported amount by 1 Yr. Warranty On Parts Changed 1,000 (example: 18.5 x 1,000 = 18,500 gallons). We Value Your Business All Brands Serviced If you would like additional information on ways to conserve water, Local Neighborhood Company HEAT Fast Personalized Service COOL you may contact Stephen Woodring, President of Regional Water Corporation at 281-897-9100 or Email: [email protected]. We Will Heat & Cool Your Castle! SPR I N K L E R S THANKS FOR ANOTHER GREAT SUMMER PICNIC Time for Your Fall Adjustment The Twin Lakes neighborhood enjoyed another Harris County MUD No.255 Water Smart Summer Picnic on Sunday, September 2nd. Spe- cial thanks go to Emely McHattie, Chris Gehry and Gene Marmottin 281-450-1277 for helping plan and set up this event. Friendly neighbors, good food License# LI0015123 Greenedgesprinklers.com and musical fun made this a great neighborhood event! TWIN LAKES TREE GUIDELINES From the ARC Guidelines: 19.0 Landscaping 19.1 In general, landscaping (defined as living plants, trees, shrubs, flowers, etc. and the utilization of non-living material necessary for growth, e.g., bark, mulch, etc.) is not subject to ACC review and ap- proval except in circumstances wherein such landscaping is intended to accomplish a structural objective, such as a hedge or a visual barrier or is potentially objectionable, not in harmony with the surrounding neighborhood or is specifically referenced in the Declaration. 4 October 2018 | Twin Lakes Community Newsletter WWW.TWINLAKESHOUSTON.COM STEVE TOUCHY From the Declarations: Section 22. Removal of Dirt and Trees. The digging of dirt or the removal Attorney At Law of any dirt from any lot is expressly prohibited except as necessary in Serving Businesses and Families Since 1983 conjunction with the landscaping of or construction on such lot. No trees shall be cut except to provide room for construction of improve- Copperfield/Cypress ments or to remove dead or unsightly trees. • Wills • Trusts • Probate TLWA BRIDGE Bridge is back!!! We play friendly games of • Divorce • Employment Bridge every Monday evening from 7-9 • Adoption • Consumer Law PM at the Twin Lakes Clubhouse. Bring a snack and/or beverage of choice to share. • Incorporation • Collections No experience necessary… players from expert to novices are welcome. For more • Partnership • Liens information please contact Darlene Mar- • Real Estate • Commercial Law mottin at [email protected] or call 713-849-1925. TWIN LAKES 281-858-0700 SHARE & PRAYER [email protected] The Share & Prayer group began meeting weekly again in Septem- 15840 FM 529, Suite 280 ber! Throughout this past year as Houston, Texas 77095 we’ve recovered together from Hurricane Harvey we gathered Located in the Chase Bank Building on FM 529 almost every other week. Being connected strengthened and heartened us through the process! We are so glad for Twin Lakes and our amazing community here: it’s friendly, safe, encouraging and beautiful! We Create Beautiful Smiles! Beginning in September we’re exploring the topic of sex trafficking. Patty Napp became connected to an initiative that is a collaboration of many churches. The purpose of the engagement is to educate, equip and em- power people. Any neighborhood can be affected by this. A highly infor- mative video entitled “Nefarious” launches the sessions; the information $99 Exam testimonies of some who were previously trapped… both pimps and X-Rays / Cleaning prostitutes… changes one’s perspective. Biblical views of restoration are ( $275 Value) always espoused in this group. S. M. Shirazi, D.D.S. We’ll meet Tuesday evenings at 6:45 PM, primarily at the home of Carol Monahan. Contact Carol at 713-305-9809 or Patty Napp at 713-775-5278. 24+ Years Experience We are always open to respectful discussion; participation is welcome to any woman residing in Twin Lakes. Cosmetic & Family Dentistry For Adults & Children TLWA COFFEE MORNING EVENINGS AVAILABLE We would like to invite you to our TLWA Coffee Mornings. We meet most Thursdays, from 10 AM to Noon. We STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY socialize, drink coffee and enjoy a light refreshment and laugh a lot. Come meet your neighbors. IN-OFFICE 1 HOUR BLEACHING $ Our group is always open and is varying in ages and 295 ($699 Value) backgrounds. No need to “dress up”! Our dress is casual and determined by your plans for the rest of the day... whether SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE that is going to work, shopping or the gym. Join us for the whole time or just pop in for a few minutes to say “Hi” and find out what’s going on with friends in the neighborhood. Cannot be combined with any other offer On the first Thursday of the month we meet at the Twin Lakes Clubhouse. 5630 North Eldridge On the other Thursdays, our meetings are hosted in members homes. 713-466-3700 For more information or to find out where we are meeting, please contact: www.shirazi-dds.com Call or text Karen Stilwell at 757-615-3516. Twin Lakes Community Newsletter | October 2018 5 TWIN LAKES TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS Become a Dental Assistant If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teen- in just 10 weeks! age job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.