Volume 21 - May 2004 Newsletter for the City of Meadows Place

EMERGENCY ..........................................................................................9-1-1CITY HALL ( 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Mon-Fri ......................(281) 983-2950POLICE DEPARTMENT / 24 Hours ........................................(281) 983-2900FT. BEND COUNTY SHERIFF ................................................(281) 342-6116WATER AND SEWER..............................................................(281) 240-1300FT. BEND COUNTY COURTHOUSE ......................................(281) 342-3411ANIMAL CONTROL ................................................................(281) 342-1512PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT ........................(281) 983-2935

MAYOR ......................................................Mark McGrath (281) 568-1553

e-mail: mayor@cityofmeadowsplace.org

ALDERMAN..................................................Terry Henley (281) 530-7136

e-mail: alderman4@cityofmeadowsplace.org

ALDERMAN ............................................Charles Jessup (281) 568-3461

e-mail: alderman1@cityofmeadowsplace.org

ALDERMAN ..................................................Joe McCann (281) 498-2082

e-mail: alderman2@cityofmeadowsplace.org

ALDERMAN..........................................David J. Piwonka (281) 498-3336

e-mail: alderman3@cityofmeadowsplace.org

ALDERMAN ..................................................Leen Zellers (281) 530-0390

e-mail: alderman5@cityofmeadowsplace.org

CITY SECRETARY....................................................................Elaine Herff

CITY OF MEADOWS PLACEOne Troyan Drive • Meadows Place, TX 77477 • (281) 983-2950 • Fax (281) 983-2940

CITY CALENDAR

May 25, 2004 City CouncilCity Hall 7:30

Annual Heavy Trash Pick-upSaturday, May 15, 2004

THESE ITEMS WILL NOT BE COLLECTEDBatteries, Tires, Car Parts, Paint, Concrete, Bricks, Tree

Stumps, Tree trunks over 6”

CITY ORDINANCE/CODE ENFORCEMENT

City ordinance does not allow for grass and/orweeds to exceed nine (9) inches in height. Remember toedge the curb line and along driveways when maintainingyour property. It gives a better appearance the entire city.

THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTPRESENTS

SPLASH NIGHT

Friday, June 4th

6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Bring the family to the pool and help us begin thesummer with some night time fun while enjoying thegreat traditional BBQ, music and games. Local Scout andathletic organizations are encouraged to set up a booth forinformation on their group. Call the Parks Department formore information 281-983-2935.

Please remember to bring canned food or non-per-ishable items for the East Fort Bend Food Pantry inexchange for an evening of good food and fun !!!

Oreo stacking contest

Birthday Theme PartiesAt the community pool new this year and loads of fun.See additional article or www.cityofmeadowsplace.orgclick on departments, then Parks

Barefoot-N-FridaysAges 9-14 starts May 21st see yellow insert sheetget your $5 shirt for a free night

Summer Help NeededOutdoor work. Grass cutting, maintenance,equipment operation in Public Works Department.Must be 18 years of age or older. Beginimmediately. Apply at City Hall. E.O.E. employer.

MEADOWS COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION

MCIA MISSION STATEMENTThe purpose of the Meadows Place Community

Improvement Association (“MCIA”) is to serve the City ofMeadows Place (“City”) by enforcing the DeedRestrictions and convening as the Architectural ControlCommittee for promoting the overall appearance and valueof the City. This is accomplished by the “MCIA” workingto ensure:

• Aesthetic appearance• Enhancement of property for appreciating

investment• Ensuring a place people desire to live• Cohesiveness of community and citizens through

pride of property and neighborhood

CITY OF MEADOWS PLACE WEBSITEBe sure to check out the website for City of

Meadows Place. www.cityofmeadowsplace.org. Under thetab for Public Information you will find the link for theMCIA. www.cityofmeadowsplace.org/mcia.

WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERSWindow units that are visible from the street are

prohibited! This includes those placed in windows on thesides of homes. Please assist in keeping our City and ourhomes aesthetically tasteful.

FRESHENING UP FOR SPRING We have had some nice weekends where it is ideal

for being outside. Now is a good time to clean upflowerbeds and shrubbery.

PAINT APPROVALSRemember, all exterior painting needs to be

approved by a MCIA Board member. Copies of the paintapproval book as well as approval forms are available atCity Hall. Painting prior to approval may result in yourhaving to repaint.

MCIA BOARD MEETINGSThe MCIA Board meets on the first Thursday of

each month. If you have a concern that needs to bebrought to the attention of your MCIA Board and wouldlike to be placed on the agenda, please contact one of theboard members. All meetings are held at City Hallbeginning at 7:30 p.m.

Members:Mike Schofield 281-575-7471, Cathy Jacobson 281-933-8333,

Steve Court 281-498-4334 Diann Hamilton 281-495-4038, Sherry Carlson 281-879-1359

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HOME AND GARDEN CLUB

Newly elected Home and Garden Club officerswill be installed following a banquet at Taste of Houstonon May 11th. Serving for the 2004-2005 term are MarshaClarkston, President; Teresa Bryan, First Vice-President(Programs); Robert Clarkston, Second Vice-President(Yearbook); Zella Little & Lillian Abbott co-Third Vice-Presidents (Ways and Means); Pat Byers, (Membership);Priscilla Schaeffer, (Secretary); Zella Little, (Treasurer);and Margaret Sandlin, (President’s Aide). The new boardwas welcomed to office by the outgoing board members ata Salad Supper at the Community Center on May 4th.The winners for Yard of the Month for April are:

Section I

The Graebert family - 11502 Dorrance

Section II

Linda & Bill Goller - 11823 Amblewood

Section III

Albert & Opal Trimble - 11830 Meadow Trail

Section IV N

John & Melva Philpott - 12219 Meadow Hollow

Section IV S

Gloria Vallely12002 - Blair Meadow

Meadowglen III

Minh Nguyen & Thuy Le - 12207 Meadow Crest

Happy gardening for the summer months andmembers will enjoy seeing your efforts bloom as the awardjudging continues for the months of May throughSeptember. Regular Home and Garden Club meetings willresume in September.

Garage sales are limited to the last weekend ofodd numbered months (January, March, May, etc.)Weekends are defined as Friday and Saturday. Residentsmay have up to 2 garage sales per year on the designatedweekends. A garage sale permit is required. Please referto the dates shown below for garage sale dates.

May 28 & 29, 2004 September 24 & 25, 2004July 30 & 31, 2004 November 26 & 27, 2004

GARAGE SALE DATES

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Did You Know … that of the 1,070 member cities ofthe Texas Municipal League, 70% have populations of less

than 5,000. This is one of the reasons Texas Parks andWildlife developed the Small Cities grants program which helpedus with the latest Parks expansion. That and an active and capableParks Dept. Speaking of…if you haven’t been by the (now)McDonald Park on Dorrance and Pender after dark, you need to.It’s like a fairyland. Beautiful and peaceful. Thanks toJoe McCann, Parks Dept. and Public Works for makingit all come together. It is beautiful.

Did You Know … that long time MeadowsPlace resident Pilar Villanueva has been chosen as

one of the Top 10 nurses in Houston. There are over26,000 eligible for this honor. You really have to besomething special to receive this award. This isbittersweet for her and her family though as she has beendiagnosed with cancer and is having to step down. Ourcongratulations and best wishes to her and her family.

M. Cohlmia-Baldwin wants us to know that even thoughMeadows Place is no longer recycling glass, there is a place closeby to do that. It is Sugar Land Recycling on 90A & Gillingham.That’s just across from Schlumberger. Speaking of recycling, let’snot forget to take advantage of the City’s recycling efforts. It notonly benefits the environment, it helps offset the cost of local

garbage pickup!

Did You Know … there have been many calls ofconcern regarding scooters zipping around in

dangerous areas and in a dangerous manner. Parents,please remind your little scooter riders that they will lose a battlewith a car, pickup or SUV and remind them that they are supposedto be following traffic laws if they are in the street. Thanks.

Did You Know … Meadows Place is one ofthe few cities in the area that still participate in

the DARE program. A big round of applause forMayor McGrath and Chief Picket for keeping thiswonderful program at Meadows Elementary. Oh, andthanks to Sgt. Kirsten Lang and Officer Myra Valasquez fortheir heartfelt duties as our “Dare Officers”.

Did You Know … we have a new andimproved Web Site? It is fantastic. A special

thanks to Charles Kulhankek for his work on thesite. It’s attractive, easy to use and very informative. Be sure tocheck it out at www.cityofmeadowsplace.org. Oh, talk about aninvolved neighbor, Charles was just appointed to the MeadowsPlace Planning and Zoning Commission as an alternate member.The P&Z is going to be VERY busy for the next few weeks.Thanks again Charles.

Send YOUR news, and ideas to:alderman1@cityofmeadowsplace.org

??Did You Know??

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Pet sitting. References available. Grant or Richard (281) 933-3499

William Sutherland, handyman – Appliance repairs, Electrical,Plumbing, Interior-Exterior carpentry work, Painting. Pager, 713-833-9847. Home, 281-530-0706.

Cakes for all occasions, Catering, House Sitting and HouseCleaning. References available. 832-549-9892.

Cabinetry, Carpentry, Handyman. Experienced. Reasonablerates. 832-443-5831 cell.

Nanny/Babysitter – afternoons or evenings. Experienced withreferences. Loving, caring teen, high school graduate withtransportation 281-568-5748.

Party Rentals: Margarita and frozen drink machines. Beveragemixes with multiple flavors available. Daily rental: $75.00 permachine. Al Scheaffer,Resident 281-495-4856.

Professional musician offers private violin and piano lessons forchildren. Credentials include ten years as violinist in majororchestra and Master’s degree from top music university informer Soviet Union. E-mail gcerrone@ev1.net. Phone 281-879-1641.

Handyman - Honey Do’s and Honey Didn’ts! Need some help forfix up or repairs? Give us a call. (Large or small) 281-568-1960, Dave

Child care in my Meadows Place home. Snacks and meals.Registered. Nancy, 281-530-6740.

Anyone wishing to place an ad in the newsletter can contact City Hall for information. All ads are due by the last day of each month. We wish tothank the advertisers who have helped to make this newsletter possible. The appearance of paid advertising is not an endorsement by the City. However, ifyou choose to use these advertisers, please let them know that you saw their ad in our newsletter.

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PARKS AND RECREATION BULLETIN

POOL / TENNIS ACCESS CARDS If your card has not been renewed since April 1, 2003 you mustpurchase a new card. Cards are available at City Hall.

TENNIS Session I, May 7 – May 29Session II, June 4 – June 26Session III, July 2 – July 24Session IV, July 30 – August 21

Additional classes in June may be offered on Tuesdays and Saturdays based on demand. Call the Parks & Recreation Office

Friday, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Youth Beginner/Adv. Beginner (ages 8-14) $43.00

Friday, 6:45-8:00 p.m. Adult Beginner/Adv. Beginner $43.00

Saturday, 11-12:15 p.m. Youth Beginner/Adv. Beginner (ages 8-14) $43.00

Registration forms must be completed and include class fees. You can register for tennis classes at City Hall, Monday-Friday, 9-4 p.m.

The beginner black belt program will teach the art, sport, self defense and self-confidence aspect of karate. Techniques in rape prevention, child abduction and overall physical fitness will be stressed.Where: Meadows Place Community Center

Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. (ages 6-12)7:30-8:30 p.m. (ages 13 & up)

When: June 10 – August 19 Instructor: Rex MahyFee: $30

Register early to assure class time. UNIFORMS ARE REQUIRED AND CAN BE PURCHASED DURING CLASS

AMERICAN KARATE

MONDAY MOVIE MADNESS A movie is shown on several Mondays at the Community Center. PLEASECHECK THE DATES. Children not yet 5 years old must be accompaniedby an adult and/or responsible babysitter. Movie titles are posted on themarquee by the front door of the Community Center. Popcorn and drinkwill be served.

When: June 7, 14, 21, 28July 12, 19, 26August 2

No Movie July 5th

Where: Community CenterTime: 12:00 noon until movie endsFee: $1.00

BINGO BASH

Join the Parks and Recreation Department on Wednesdays for BINGO. Prizes and fun for everyone who attends.

When: June 9, 16, 23, 30July 7, 14, 21, 28August 4

Where: Community CenterTime: 11:00 -12:30 p.m.Fee: $3.00 (ages 5 and up)

SWIM LESSONS

Swim lessons will be offered by Learn to Swim Program at Meadows Place Community Pool ALLSWIMMERS MUST BE AT LEAST 4 YEARS OFAGE. Each session consists of eight thirty minute lessons. Students skills will be assessed the first class and each child will be placed in the appropriate skill level group. Skills vary from first time swimmers to swimming independently in deep water. Pre-registration required. Sign up early. AFTER REGISTRATION YOU WILL NOT BE CONTACTED UNLESS THE CLASS DOES NOT MAKE.

Session 1 June 8 – 18Session 2 June 22 – July 2Session 3 July 13 – 23Session 4 July 27 – August 6

Meets: TUESDAY – FRIDAYTimes: 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.

11:45 – 12:15 p.m.5:00 – 5:30 p.m.5:45 – 6:00 p.m.6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

Fee: $50.00 (includes activity journey booklet)

WATER AEROBICS

A sixty minute cardiovascular workout in the pool, which also includes stretching, and muscle toning.

Where: Meadows Place Community PoolSession 1 June 8 – July 1 (4 weeks)Session 2 July 6 – July 30 (4 weeks)

Time: 7 – 8:00 p.m.When: Tuesdays & ThursdaysInstructor: Hollye FerreriaFee: $40.00 each session (4 weeks)

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VEHICLE STICKERS

Meadows Place vehicle stickers are available at CityHall for your vehicles at the cost of $1.00 each. While thestickers are optional, they do identify your vehicle as belongingin Meadows Place and are an aid to the Police Department. Besure to bring your vehicle identification number and license platenumber when applying for a sticker.

POOL HOURS

Mondays – CLOSEDTuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Sunday – 1:00 – 8:00 p.m.Holidays – 12:00 noon – 7:00 p.m.

May 22, 23, 29, 30 weekend regular hoursMay 31 holiday hoursJune 1, 2, 3 weekday regular hoursJune 4 closed during day opens 6:00 Splash NightJuly 4 open 2:00 -7:00 p.m. Parade DayJuly 15 opens at 12:00 noonAugust 11 last day pool open regular hoursAugust 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 weekends onlySeptember 4, 5 weekends onlySeptember 6 holiday hours

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2004 Meadows Place Theme Pool Party

Catered Party Reservation Form

Date of Party______________________________Time___________________________

Theme: General (no favors)

Optional Theme:___________________________Serve food at:_____________________

Add ons: piñata____________ice cream__________clown__________moonwalk________

Number of Party Guests:________________________________________________________

Total Number of People:________________________________________________________(number of party guests and any additional non-swimmers that will need seating)

Pizza:_______Pepperoni_____Hamburger_____Sausage________Cheese_________(Indicate # of Pizzas)

Cake: Chocolate Vanilla (All cakes come with vanilla icing)

Drinks: Lemonade Fruit Punch Kool Aid

Name of Child________________________________Age on Birthday________

Parents Name:_______________________________________________________

Phone number (hm)_______________________wk or cell___________________

Address:_____________________________________________________________City state zip

Amount:$_________________________________ cash check

Responsible party‚signature__________________________________________

Aquatic Staff Name__________________________________________________

Todays Date_____________________reservationist initial _______________

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Theme PartiesMINIMUM OF 8 PEOPLE FOR ALL THEME PARTIES

Tropical or PirateTheme Party Prices

(custom theme available on limitedbasis)

Per Person (includes party favors)$6.00 per person

Pizza Party Prices(per person prices)$7.00 per person

choose from cheese, pepperoni, veggie, or three meat pizzas

Free T-Shirtfor the

B’day person

Parties can be scheduled during normal business hours of operation. Tues.-Sat. 11:00 am-6:00 pm, Sunday, 1:00 pm-6:00 pm (pool closes at 8 pm)

All parties are limited to 2 hours. The guest are at liberty to swim for the rest of the day. All clean up will be done by the aquatic staff.

If your party is cancelled due to bad weather, we offer these options:• May reschedule your party for a different date

• You can pick up the party supplies and receive arm bands for open swim another day• You may receive a refund excluding the cost of cake and food

Party add-ons:• Pinata $25

• Moonwalk $85• Clown $75

(limited themes available for these)• Extra Large Pizza’s $10 each

• Ice Cream $.50

The aquatic staff will set up and run the party including singing Happy Birthday to the guest of honor as wellas serving the cake, drinks and pizza to the guests.

Contact the Parks Department to book your next party. 281-983-2935Reservations will be taken upon the receipt of this newsletter.

Dates for bookings are available beginning:May 22nd weekends only. June 5th, Tuesday-Saturday (pool closed on Mondays)100% OF THE PARTY MUST BE PAID FOR AT THE TIME OF BOOKING!

All Parties include balloons, cake (vanilla or chocolate), candles, fruitpunch or lemonade, plates, cups, napkins, forks, pool admission, and

selected food. Party decorations provided are the property of MeadowsPlace Parks and Recreation Department. Arm bands are issued based upon

the initial number of people paid for, and are required for entry into thepool. Additional bands may be purchased the day of the event.

No refunds will be provided for unused tickets.NOTE: For all types of parties please be sure to bring a list of your partyguests. This will ensure that the aquatic staff knows who is with your party.

General Party PricesPer Person

(does not include party favors)*clown and sports themes

available on a limited basis.$5.00 per person

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Splash Night 2004sponsored by

City of Meadows Place Parks and Recreation DepartmentFriday, June 4th

6:00 pm- 10:00 pm@Meadows Place Community Center/Pool

Schedule of Events

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm D.J - Playing your favorite tunes

6:30 pm BBQ served until it’s gone

All games will be divided into appropriate age groups

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Grass Area) Water Slide

6:30 pm (Baby Pool) 1st sunken treasure hunt

6:45 pm (Large Pool) 2nd sunken treasure hunt

7:00 pm (Baby Pool) Rubber duck fun

7:15 pm (Large Pool) Mattress Relay

7:30 pm (Large Pool) Water Sprint

8:00 pm (Parking Lot Area) Oreo Stacking Contest

8:30 pm (Large Pool Diving Board Area) Lifeguards

Big Splash Contest

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm Open Swim

Note***Please bring canned food or non-perishable items for the East Fort BendFood Pantry in exchange for an evening of good food and fun!!!

Barefoot-N-Fridays(Summer 2004)

Ages 9-14

Meadows Place Police Officer will be on duty at gate****Parent volunteers are needed at the gate at 11:00 pm to assist poolstaff and police officer in making sure that all participants are picked up

properly!

Where: Meadows Place Community PoolDay: FridaysTime: 8:30 pm - 11:00 pmWhen: May 21, June 11, 25, July 9, 23, August 6Fee: $5.00

****Note: Buy a shirt for $5.00 and wear it to the last Barefoot-N-Friday and get in for free!!

Requirements to attend:

• Must be 9-14 years of age• Enjoy night swimming• Come Barefoot• Enjoy music and fun• You do not need to be a Meadows Place Resident to attend

Mark your calender with these dates and be sure you tell your friends!!Concessions sold for a nominal charge.

One Troyan Drive • Meadows Place, TX 77477

Prsrt StdU.S. Postage

PAIDStafford, TXPermit No. 206

COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALBuilding capacity 165Tables and chairs to accommodate your party

Food and no alcohol ……………………$150.00Food and alcohol………………………….$250.00Non-residents add………………………….$50.00

COMMUNITY POOL RENTALMaximum time allowed is 3 hrs. …………$300.00Available for rental May 22- September 6, 2004

COMMUNITY CENTER/POOL COMBORent both and receive a discount of $50.00

CALL PARKS & RECREATIONTO SCHEDULE YOUR EVENT281-983-2935 monya@cityofmeadowsplace.orgterry@cityofmeadowsplace.org