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1 The Bridgestone BUGLE COMMUNITY EVENTS... Pool Tags Available Pool tag forms for the 2018 pool season are available in the Bridgestone Bugle (see page 6), at and at bridgestonehoa. nextdoor.com. Completed forms should be mailed to (or dropped off at): Bridgestone Home Owners Association, Attn: Jeffrey Daft, 4518 Shalom Creek Lane, Spring, TX POOL HOURS June 2-August 19 Weekends in Sept Sun-Thurs...Noon - 9 PM Fri-Sat... Noon - 10 PM...Noon - 8 PM Dive-In Movie Night at the Clubhouse Friday, August 17 8:30 PM Special Feature: High School Musical 2 School starts Monday, August 20 August 2018 September PM Bridgestone Park Interested vendors may contact Nancy Woollard at nancy.woollard@yahoo.com or A Vendor Application form is provided on page 5. Parties at the Pool Interested in having your child s birthday party at the pool? Want to have a pool party with neighbors and friends or to celebrate a special event? Well, here s how you can! Parties are permitted during normal pool hours. Both the gazebo and the clubhouse are available for rental. The clubhouse may be rented for $75 and the gazebo for $30. (Please note: a maximum of two parties are allowed at any given time, one at each facility.) Maximum allowable guests is 30 people for the gazebo and 40 for the clubhouse. No cooking is permitted on association property, but you may bring food. All parties must be scheduled. If your party is not on the schedule, the lifeguards will not allow the party (due to possible overcrowding). You must clean up after your party. A cleaning deposit of $200 for the clubhouse is required. The cleaning deposit check will not be cashed unless you do not clean up after your party. All deposits will be returned within 48 hours of your party. To schedule use of the gazebo and/or the clubhouse, please call before 9 PM. Please note: Rental hours will be allocated at the discretion of the Board.

2 BRIDGESTONE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESENT: Alicia Gessner, Carles Webb, and Calvin McKinney. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ABSENT: Nancy Woollard, Jeff Daft IN ATTENDANCE: Syd Talley and Kelsey Life with LEAD Associa tion Management, Inc. Four (4) homeowners were present. Cody Holder, Harris Co. Pct. 4 Community Aide was also present. CALL TO ORDER: Due notice of the meeting having been given and a quorum present, the meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. Sandra Stephen recorded the minutes. VISITING SPEAKER: Cody Holder discussed maintenance items that the county is responsible for: pot holes, detrimental tree limbs that hang over the street, missing/broken street signs and stop signs, trees falling over, and cleaning out street drainage. Please cadir@hcp4.net to put in a maintenance request. The Cypress Creek Greenway Project and the Spring Creek Greenway projects are underway. For information about the projects you can visit The Senior Adult Program has two events coming up: The Opry Fundraiser held July 27, 2018 and Murder by Chocolate Mystery Dinner on August 15, COMMITTEE UPDATES: The 4th of July Annual Kids/Family Parade at the Park will be next month. Yard of the Month was announced as 803 Roserock Lane. MEETING MINUTES: The minutes from the May 21, 2018, meeting were reviewed, approved and signed by Calvin McKinney. FINANCIAL REVIEW: Sid Talley reviewed the financial statement dated April 30, The Association had $21, in the operating account. The yearto-date income was $156, The year-to-date expenses were $224, Motion was made and approved to accept the April 30, 2018, financial report as presented. June 18, 2018 MANAGING AGENT REPORT: Kelsey Life presented the report for May. There was a total of 157 violation letters sent: 16 unsightly, 20 rubbish and debris, 10 vehicle parking, 96 landscaping, 1 sports equipment, 9 maintenance, 1 fencing, and 3 architectural. There was a total of 73 escalated to the next stage, 17 reopened that had previously been closed, and 209 that were closed. BUSINESS: Tennis Court windscreen replacement was approved and scheduled. ADJOURNMENT: There being no matters of mutual interest to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 pm. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING: The next meeting will be held July 16, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. The location of the meeting will be at 4403 Lost Lake Lane, Spring, TX. Financial Report Month of MAY 18 Year to Date Operating Summary: Assessment Revenue $ 39,247 Miscellaneous Revenues $ 6,579 Subtotal $ 45,826 Pool Expense $ 18,849 Landscape Expense $ 3,251 General Maintenane $ 5,951 Streetlight & Utility Expense $ 9,338 Administrative & Other Expense $ 4,642 Management Fee $ 3,964 Other Expense $ 8,146 Reserve Contribution $ 0 Subtotal $ 54,142 Operating Income (Loss) $ (8,316) Cash and Investment Balances $189,841 ATTENTION: Board of Directors meeting on Monday, August 20, at 6:30 p.m. at the clubhouse. The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 2

3 August s Green Thumb 1. Watch for chinch bugs. This tiny bug can damage large areas of St. Augustine grass, especially during periods of hot, dry weather. Many lawns that look like they are dry and need water may actually be suffering from a chinch bug attack. 2. Don t allow plants with green fruit or berries to suffer from lack of moisture. Hollies will frequently drop their fruit under drought conditions. 3. Powdery mildew season is here. Check crepe myrtle, evergreen euonymus, and zinnias for a powder-like substance on the foliage. Funginex or Benlate will usually give excellent control. 4. Sow seeds of snapdragons, dianthus, pansies, calendulas, and other winter flowers in flats for planting outside during mid to late fall. 5. Plant bluebonnet seeds now. This winter annual must germinate in late summer or early fall, develop a good root system, and be ready to grow in spring when the weather warms. Plant seeds in well prepared soil, 1/2 deep, and water thoroughly. 6. This is spider mite season. Watch for them in violets, marigolds, oxalis, roses, and other landscape plants. Alternate the chemicals you use for best resistance. Use Diazinon, Dimethoate, or Kalthane to control them. 7. Roses can often use some corrective pruning and cutting back to induce heavy stems and abundant flowers this fall. Remove twigs and branches that are dead, diseased, injured, or weak and spindly. Shorten main canes and lateral branches and remove some of the old canes. After pruning, apply a complete fertilizer and water thoroughly. If a preventive disease control program has been maintained, your rose bushes should provide and excellent crop of flowers this fall. Good News! Do YOU have something to brag about... a community or sports award, recognition for local service, or a child who received a school, sports, or scout honor? us at laserworks@sbcglobal. net or HOA@bridgestonehoa.com (photos are welcome). Help us spread the news that Bridgestone residents are recognized members of the Spring community. Security Report JUNE 2018 Burglary of a Habitation 1 Burglary of a Motor Vehicle 6 Theft from a Habitation 0 Theft of a Motor Vehicle 2 Theft - Other 19 Robbery 0 Assault 2 Sexual Assault 2 Criminal Mischief 3 Disturbance - Family 13 Disturbance - Juvenile 2 Disturbance - Other 18 Alarms 77 Suspicious Vehicles 43 Suspicious Persons 30 Runaways 1 Telephone Harassment 1 Other Calls 375 Total 595 If you need to report suspicious activity or a crime, or need information about the Harris County Constables, call the Constable s office at NOTE: The above stats are for the entire Bridgestone MUD. Youth Job Board Students do you babysit, pet sit, or mow lawns? If you are a Bridgestone resident and a student, you can advertise your service FREE in the Bridgestone Bugle. laserworks@sbcglobal.net to request your listing. þ Babysitting Yeri Rodriguez, age 16, call Gen Katz, age 13, þ Pet Sitting Mackenzie Helm, age 11, Yeri Rodriguez, call Samantha Woollard, age 16, Gen Katz, age 13, þ Yardwork Yeri Rodriguez, yard cleaning, TENNIS COURT KEYS ARE $15 YOU MAY OBTAIN A KEY BY CALLING JEFFREY DAFT AT The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 3

4 The Top Dog By Cheryl Conley, TWRC Wildlife Center Living just a few miles north of Houston, it s not uncommon for me to hear coyotes howling at night. I get a little nervous when I hear them because they have been known to attack domestic animals. I saw on the news a few weeks ago where a coyote jumped a fence in broad daylight and attacked a small dog. Luckily, the owner was able to scare the coyote and no harm was done to the dog. Because natural habitats are disappearing, more and more coyotes are being sighted in urban settings. TWRC only accepts coyote pups and we get very few of them but they are very interesting animals and I thought you might enjoy learning about them. They are about the size of a small German Shepherd. They have yellowish eyes. They are highly intelligent members of the dog family and are described by wildlife experts as clever, cunning and sneaky. They have a strong sense of hearing, smell and sight. Dogs run with their tails up; coyotes run with their tails down. They are classified as carnivores but will eat almost anything. The coyote is very vocal. A long howl lets others know its location. Short barks warn others of danger. They yip when reuniting with other pack members and will growl to establish dominance within the pack. They whimper and whine when bonding and make a high-pitched bark to call its pups. They can live up to 14 years in the wild. Some consider them a nuisance and attempt trapping and other nuisance-control measures. This will never eliminate them. Remove one and another one will move in to take its place. In The Woodlands, TX, a few years ago several coyotes were removed. The result was that feral pigs moved in and destroyed lawns. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, The real solution and the greater need facing Texans right now is public education. We need to inform and empower people to take steps to coexist with coyotes and other urban wildlife. Coyotes can run up to 40mph. Coyotes are 100% monogamous according to a study by scientists at Ohio State University in I was surprised we didn t find any cheating going on, said study co-author Stan Gehrt, a wildlife ecologist with Ohio State s School of Environment and Natural Resources. Coyotes are great swimmers. If you have questions about wildlife, please refer to our website at If you can t find the answers you need, give us a call at School News Do you have news about special events or students in our local schools? If so, let us know! us at laserworks@sbcglobal. net. Klein ISD Aug PM...Board of Trustees Meeting Aug First Day of School Sept 3...Labor Day Holiday Roth Elementary Aug PM... Meet the Teacher Schindewolf Aug :30-6 PM...T-Wolf Trek 6th Grade Aug :30-6 PM...T-Wolf Trek 7th Grade Aug :30-6 PM...T-Wolf Trek 8th Grade Klein Collins Aug PM...New Student Orientation Do you have these numbers? Klein Collins High School Schindewolf Intermediate School Roth Elementary School Klein Central Office Join Us Nextdoor is a private social network for you, your neighbors, and your community - and it s free! Join the hundreds of residents who share news, missing pet info, for sale items, and more at Nextdoor. Disclaimer: Not affiliated with the Bridgestone HOA The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 4

5 Bridgestone National Night Out Vendor Application 2018 WHEN: Saturday, September 29th from 3pm to 6pm WHERE: Bridgestone Clubhouse Parking Lot, 4403 Lost Lake Ln Please fill in the information below and mail or scan and return via to the following addresses. DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES IS Saturday, September 8TH & Vendor Name: Booth Size: ONLY 10X10FT OR SMALLER ALLOWED Type of Business: Any pictures or photos provided will help in approval process Point of Contact: Name, phone number and are REQUIRED NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED FOR ANY REASON <> LAW ENFORCEMENT WILL BE ONSITE All vendors will be notified once approved by or . You will have to check in at the event to receive your booth number and location. You must be listed on the approved vendor sheet to receive your booth number and location. All vendors will be participating in a scavenger hunt, more details on this will follow later. VENDOR REQUIRMENTS: All vendors must provide their own table, tent and chairs. We provide our spaces FREE of charge for all vendors. The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 5

6 Bridgestone Home Owners Association 2018 Pool Tag Issuance Form Property Owner Information (Head of Household) & Emergency Contact Info Name Alt Name Property Address Phone Alt Phone Tag Holder Information Office use only Tag Number Directions: This form must be accompanied by $10.00 for each tag issued. (Social Membership Fee - $50.00/year/Non-Bridgestone/Bridgestone Ranch Addresses) Tags are required for all age 2 or older. Checks should be made payable to BHOA and mailed to (or dropped off at): Bridgestone Home Owners Association Attn: Jeffrey Daft 4518 Shalom Creek Lane Spring, TX Once issued, Pool Tags may be picked up at the pool Lifeguard Station. If you need information, please call or Office Use Only # of Tags Last Number Date Issued Social Membership Social Membership Subdivision The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 6

7 Bridgestone Home Owners Association 2018 Social Membership (For all Non-Bridgestone HOA Residences) Name Phone Address Subdivision Bridgestone Social Membership costs $50.00 and covers 2018 Calendar Year Only. Entitles residents of the address noted above to use of the following Bridgestone HOA amenities: Use of Park and Playground facilities Tennis Court ($15 key deposit. Key can be retained for indefinite period) 2018 Use of Swimming Pool ($10 per person age 2 and older) 2018 Gazebo Rental ($30 per rental. During pool operating hours) 2018 Clubhouse Rental ($75 per rental. Available Year Round) Social Membership is required for all Non-Bridgestone HOA Residents (ie, Residents not living in Bridgestone or Bridgestone Ranch) Checks should be made payable to BHOA and mailed to (or dropped off at): Bridgestone Home Owners Association Attn: Jeffrey Daft 4518 Shalom Creek Lane Spring, TX If you need information, please call or Date Issued The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 7

8 BRIDGESTONE HOA - REQUEST FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT APPROVAL In an effort to provide and protect each individual Homeowner s rights and values, it is required that any Homeowner or group of owners considering improvements and/or changes to their home or property, submit a REQUEST FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT APPROVAL to the Architectural Control Committee for planned improvements and/or changes. If any change is made that has not been approved, the Association has the right to ask the Homeowner to remove the improvement(s) and/or change(s) from the property. Please fill out this form in COMPLETE detail. Date: Name of Owner: Current Mailing Address and Section: Address Where Construction is to be Performed: Phone Number: Cell Phone Number: Address: Contractor Information: Type of Improvement/Change Proposed: Painting: Current Color of Brick (Brick cannot be painted): Color to be used for: (Include samples for each area to be painted.) Main Portion of House: (Including Garage Doors) Trim: (Soffit, Fascia Boards, Window Trim) Roof: Accents: (Shutters, Window Hoods, Doors) Must Submit: Type of Shingle: Lifetime of Shingle: Color of Shingle: APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT SAMPLES OF MATERIALS AND COLORS TO BE USED. The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 8

9 Structures: ***IF YOU ARE BUILDING A STRUCTURE WITH WALLS AND A ROOF, YOU MUST INCLUDE AN ELEVATION DRAWING SHOWING THE DIMENSIONS OF THE STRUCTURE, ESPECIALLY THE HEIGHT. *** Other: Please sign: Include brochure/photos Lot survey if being installed in your yard (fence, shed, sprinkler system etc.) Material sample I understand that the Association s Architectural Control Committee will act on this request as quickly as possible and contact me regarding their decision. I agree not to begin property improvements/changes until the Architectural Review Committee notifies me of their approval. I understand and agree that it is the duty of the Owner and any contractor or consultant employed by the Owner to determine that the proposed improvement is structurally, mechanically, and otherwise safe, and that it is designed and will be constructed in accordance with the Covenants, and Restrictions applicable to the Lot. I agree that neither the Association or any Director, Officer, Committee, Managing Agent, or member or employee thereof (the Indemnified Parties ), shall be liable for damages or otherwise because of the approval or non-approval of this application or any facet thereof. I hereby release, indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnified Parties harmless form any claim, liability, damage, suit and attorney s fees arising out of any action or omission of any of the Indemnified Parties with regard to this application and in regard to the design plan review, construction or inspection of the proposed improvements, including any claims, liability, damages, suits and attorney s fees resulting from the negligent acts of one or more of the Indemnified Parties. Signature of Homeowner Proposed Construction Start Date Date Proposed Completion Date RETURN TO: LEAD ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT, INC CHAMPION FOREST DR. SUITE 112 HOUSTON, TX ARC@LEAD-INC.COM FAX: PLEASE NOTE: THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE HAS THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE DATE THE APPLICATION IS RECEIVED TO REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND RESPOND TO REQUESTS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING. The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 9

10 LEAD Management 3231 Champion Forest Drive, Suite 112 Houston, TX PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID DIRECT MAIL STATION NEED HELP? Harris County Constable Mark Herman Emergency Medical, Fire, Police County Health Department LEAD Management Company Bridgestone website... Harris Co. Street & Curb repair or fax Bayou concerns, Curtis Braum Bayou concerns, Clay Harris , CenterPoint streetlight problems* *need nature of the problem, street address of pole, pole number BOARD MEMBERS: Jeffrey Daft, President Carles Webb, Vice President Nancy Woollard, Treasurer Calvin McKinney, Secretary... Alicia Gessner, Corresponding Secretary... COMMITTEES/CHAIRPERSON: Communications Events Committee, Nancy Woollard Yard of the Month, Carles Webb Clubhouse/Gazebo Rental Swim Team Entry Sign Ad Placement Nextdoor, Bridgestone... Heirport News (baby Youth Job LOST & FOUND: Harris County Animal Control (Pets) MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT: Main number & Water Main breaks Jim Markes...President Mikuel Draper... Vice-President Skip Warren , Secretary Ron Schkades... Asst. Secretary Michael Crayton... Treasurer Customer Service, Republic Waste Services BRIDGESTONE is in... Harris County Precinct No County Commissioner Precinct No. 4 Jack Cagle (R) Justice of the Peace Precinct No. 4 Lincoln Goodwin (R) Constable Precinct No. 4 Mark Herman (R) Texas State Senatorial District No. 7 Paul Betancourt (R) U.S. Congressional District No. 2 Ted Poe (R) Texas State Representative District No. 150 Valerie Swanson U.S. Senator John Cornyn U.S. Senator Ted Cruz Need Water District News? Log on to for current information from your water board. Bridgestone MUD Meeting The next meeting of the Bridgestone Municipal District (our water board) is at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at the Bridgestone Clubhouse. The Bridgestone Bugle, Page 10