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The PointMay 2016 Grogan's Point Residents'Association (GPRA)P.O. Box 7064The Woodlands, TX 77387www.groganspoint.org eMail (GPRA or Security)groganspointGPRA@gmail.comgpsec2016@gmail.com

Letter From The PresidentHi Neighbors! National Police Week is in May, so I’d like to beginwith a special “shout out” to Corporal Moody, andDeputies Vogel and Noel to thank them for theircontinued hard work in our neighborhood andespecially for their exhaustive efforts over the pasttwo weeks following the flooding. I’d also like to thankConstable Gable for always being available to uswhen needed, making our already close collaborationall the more positive and productive. The new GPRA directories will be delivered verysoon! A huge thank you goes to our Directory Chair,Emma Cleland, for her diligence and attention todetail on this project. All GPRA Members who paiddues by April 15th are guaranteed a directory. Watchyour front doorsteps. Directories will be delivered thisyear in reusable shopping bags sporting the GPRAlogo.

UPCOMING EVENTSDerby Party

Sat., May 7th; 4:30pm3 Misty Grove CircleRSVP to MegGPRA Members Only Event

Help "STAMP Out Hunger"

Sat., May 14th; All DayGPRA MailboxesPicked up by our PostalCarriers

Book Club

Sun., May 15th; 4:00pm 6 Hillock Woods

Parent Drug Education Meeting

Tues., May 17th; 7:00pm 243 Saddle Ridge PlGPRA Members Only Event

Board Meeting

Wed., May 18th; 7:30pm 10 Chestnut HillGPRA Members Welcome

Wine Club (RSVP req'd)

Sat., May 21st; Contact: the Krameks

Book Club

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logo. May is another VERY BUSY month for ourBeautification Committee as they continue to work ontrimming, adding new soil, mossrock and mulching.They are also planting mondo grass, lantana, liriope,Asian jasmine, flowers and crape myrtle trees. If yousee them out and about, please stop and thank thesewonderful volunteers for doing what is certainly themost physically difficult and definitely the dirtiest job,but one of the most rewarding jobs that the GPRAhas to offer.

Well­deserved thanks go (once again) to the AdultEvents Committee for organizing the first BBQCookoff & Country Hoedown. Who knew we had somany talented chefs, bakers and bull riders in GP?What will this group come up with next? Oh wait, weknow the answer to that…Please join us at theKentucky Derby Party next Saturday, May7th! A hard­earned thank you goes to Kathy Thompsonfor putting in so much time and effort organizing ourApril “Spring Out” Dine In. For those who have nottried Dine In yet, please join us the next time. DineIn’s format is unique because neighbors sit down toeat together in smaller groups (before convening as alarger group at the end of the evening), providing anopportunity for neighbors to get to know each other inmore depth. Last, but far from least, a very special thank you goesto Cheryle’ Sanderson for sponsoring and hosting yetanother fabulous Friends in the Park. As usual, weate, drank, talked and listened to tunes provided byDJ Edward Estrada until it was half past dark. This isone of my personal favorite recurring neighborhoodevents because it never fails to bring together a greatgroup of new and “established” neighbors. As always, none of these events would be possiblewithout strong GPRA membership participation fromthe neighborhood. If you have not already paid 2016dues, it’s not too late. We might even have just a fewmore directories available… Just click here to getstarted. Best Regards, Angela Caveney

Wed., May 25th; 1:00pm 173 Grogran's Point Rd

Want more? Go to EVENTS

Go to CONTACT US

GPRA EXECUTIVE BOARD

President: Angela CaveneyPresident Elect: Diane OlsonVice President: Millie FitzpatrickTreasurer: Debbie ConlonRecording Sec: Kara MorinCorresp Sec: Wendy EntwistlePast Presidents: Tom Howard & Anthony GarciaSenior Advisor: Mary­Lou Fitch

COMMITTEESAdult Events: Meg ShaheenBeautification: Claudia RigamontiChildren's: Sharna RozanovichDirectory: Emma ClelandMembership: Cheryle' SandersonSecurity: Fred KlinkerWelcoming: Kelly Kinney

CLUBSBook ClubBunco Groups 1­4Dine InBasketball & BeerLadies' Bible StudyLadies' BridgeLunch BunchMen's DevotionalWalkie TalkiesWine Club Woodworking

Go to CONTACT US for more info

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Financial ReportBelow is the GPRA cash basis income statement thatreflects actual expenses and funds received as ofApril 18, 2016. Click here to view the financial report.

Contact the Treasurer if you have any questions.

Security

Security for April proved to be extremely busy.Beyond their normal duties, our constables reallystepped up to the plate during the flood event twoweeks ago. Cpl Moody kept the GPRA Board and theSecurity Committee updated as much as possible.The deputies, and all first responders, worked 12hour shifts with no days off until the event wasdeclared clear. We greatly appreciate all that they did.

The Security Committee would also like to thankCorporal Moody, our other constables and theSheriff’s office for being so responsive to ourquestions. If you want to thank them in person, juststop and say thanks when they are working here inthe neighborhood.

We are close to my personal goal of 300 members inthe security program. We have already passed thegoal of raising enough funds to have an officer in theneighborhood for a minimum of four hours, every dayfor the remainder of the year. We now need tosupplement that achievement by getting enoughmembers to join so that we can increase the numberof routine hours and also so that, during events likethose from two weeks ago, we can add extra patrolsif need be and not worry about how we are going topay them.

For more information about the security program andits benefits, click here. If you are not already amember simply go to the payment page of ourwebsite to sign up. To view our security stats for April,click here

In other news, we have decided to re­energize the

neighborhood watch program with the assistance of

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neighborhood watch program with the assistance ofThe Woodlands Township. We all know that crime ison the rise in The Woodlands. Every membership inthe security program helps keep our neighborhoodsafe, but did you know there is more you can do toprevent crime in our community? Become a memberof Neighborhood Watch! Through the NeighborhoodWatch, residents learn how to make their homesmore secure, watch out for each other and theneighborhood, and report suspicious activity to lawenforcement.

This program is run through the WoodlandsTownship. To maximize the benefits of this programwe need more block coordinators to increase activityin Grogan's Point. If you are interested in learningmore about neighborhood watch, being the lead onthis program or being a Block Coordinator, pleasecontact me, Fred Klinker, at fklinker67@gmail.com.

If you are currently Block Coordinator and would liketo remain in your role, please contact me as well.This way we have a complete and updated list toprovide to The Woodlands Township.

Thank you to everyone who contacts the SecurityCommittee, calls either number or just watches thegoings on in the neighborhood. When reporting incidents report as followsplease:

936­760­5800 non emergency 24 hr. dispatch 281­364­4223 Corporal Moody's office phone forresidents to leave questions Fred KlinkerSecurity Chairgpsec2016@gmail.com or directly to me atfklinker67@gmail.com

Help Needed!

If you ever dreamed of growing up one day to be aPaper Boy/Girl, well now is your chance. TheGPRA needs help delivering the 2016 GPRAdirectories throughout the neighborhood. It doesn'ttake long and you will be given a route that ismanageable.

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If you are available to help deliver in early May,please contact Emma and she will get you set up!

Raid Your Pantry To Help Stamp Out Hunger! ­­Saturday ­ May 14th!

Grogan's Point residents can help feed hungry adultsand children in Montgomery County with theirgenerous donations to the Stamp Out Hunger fooddrive on Saturday, May 14. Lloyd Plourdes and Ken Harris, the two regular mailcarriers for Grogan's Point, will pick up your non­perishable food donations during their normal mailroute that day. Just leave a sturdy bag or box of foodnext to your mailbox for them to collect as theydeliver the mail. The donations from Grogan's Pointwill be divided between the Montgomery County FoodBank and Interfaith of The Woodlands.There are more than 75,000 food­insecure people,including 32,000 children, in Montgomery County,according to the Food Bank. The most requested non­perishable food items arecereal, pasta, canned pasta/ spaghetti sauce, rice,canned fruits and vegetables, soups and chili, 100%juice, peanut butter, mac and cheese, canned or drybeans, and canned tuna, chicken or turkey. Pleasedo not donate anything in glass containers, and makesure foods have not reached their expiration dates. Don't worry if you happen to leave your donations atthe mailbox after your carrier has picked up on the14th. Volunteers from the Grogan's Point Residents'Association will pick up any remaining items and keepthem safe for the carriers to get the followingMonday. Please note that if you are not be able toleave your donations on Saturday, you may dropthem off at the Shaheen home ­­ 173 Grogan's PointRoad ­­ anytime between Monday, May 9, andSunday, May 15. Please place them in the box underthe porch by the garage.

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Stamp Out Hunger is the nation's largest one­dayfood drive, conducted in 10,000 cities and townsacross America by the U.S. Postal Service and theNational Association of Letter Carriers each year. The second Saturday in May was chosen for theannual drive because by then many food banks startrunning out of donations received during theThanksgiving and Christmas holiday periods andbecause there is often increased need in summerbecause most low­income children are not in schooland do not receive free school lunches.

A simply gesture can make a huge difference in aperson's life.

Last Call ­­ Kentucky Derby SocialGrogan's Point Adult Events is proud to host its ownviewing of the 142nd Kentucky Derby at the home ofSteve Terni and Alison Amato, 3 Misty Grove onSaturday May 7th starting at 4:30pm.

Attendees will share mint juleps, hot browns andsouthern fixings. Show your southern charm with yourfavorite derby attire, encouraged but definitely notrequired. (Think big hats and florals for the ladies and seersucker, madras, and bow ties for the gents.)

Rumor has it that “Welcome Ya’all” will be heard fromthe streets, as we will be welcoming our newestneighbors to our southern social.

Join the friendliest neighbors in The Woodlands atour Kentucky Derby party on May 7th.

Please RSVP to Meg Shaheen.

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Remember To Vote in MUD #1 or#46 ElectionContested elections for Municipal Utility Districts#1 and #46, the two MUDs serving Grogan'sPoint, will be held on Saturday, May 7, with earlyvoting going on NOW through May 3 from 7am­7pm.

Several residents of Grogan's Point are among thecandidates vying for positions on the two MUDboards, whose responsibilities include ensuring thatour water and waste water facilities are in operationand properly maintained. Historically there has beena very low turnout for MUD elections, which meansthat your vote can mean the difference betweenvictory and defeat for any given candidate.

Eight candidates, including five incumbents, arerunning for the board of the newly formed MUD #1,which was created by the consolidation of districts #2and #40. The five candidates with the most votes willbe chosen as directors. Candidates who areresidents of Grogan's Point are Tom Conroy, RobertLeilich and Travis Russo.

Four candidates, including one incumbent, arerunning for two open slots on the MUD #46 board. Candidate Jorge Slater is a resident of Grogan'sPoint.

MUD #1 ­­

Early Voting: @ the City of Shenandoah MunicipalComplex, 29955 I­45 North,Election Day Voting: @ regular Montgomery Countypoll locations, including the Timber Lakes/TimberRidge Fire Department at 3434 Royal Oaks Drive.

MUD #46 ­­

Early & Election Day Voting: @ The WoodlandsWater Resources Building, 2455 Lake RobbinsDrive.

GET OUT AND VOTE!

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BBQ was De­li­Ci­OsoSpecial thanks to Meg Shaheen and all the chefs andbakers who participated in the "GP Barbecue Cook­Off &Country Hoedown." The were about 100 residents thatshowed up on a gorgeous day to enjoy excellent food andgood ole' fashion country hoedown fun! This year'scompetition was delicious and close. Word on the street isthat more GP residents are dusting off their old recipebooks and preparing for a showdown at next year's event.So we ask....will you be our next champion?

BBQ Chefs! Talented Bakers

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New Sponsors Page ­ The GPRA website is a greatresource to residents and now has a new page listinggreat discounts from the businesses that participatein our Membership Card program. We've includedavailable links to these businesses’ websites on thispage. Path: Home Page > Resources > Sponsors Documents Page “Moved” ­ Our Documents page,where you download all GPRA forms and otherimportant information, can now be found under theheading “Resources” on our Home Page.

Looking for something fun and different to do? Wantto make A LOT of new friends? Join GP’s Girl’s NightOut Club! Events range from cooking and paintingclasses, to private parties with entertainment, tosimply going out for dinner, drinks and dancing. Ourlast event was a séance reenactment/creepy magic

FUN! Great Grub!! Family!!!

GPRA Website Updates

Girls' Night Out Club

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last event was a séance reenactment/creepy magicshow. Next, we are going to an “Escape Room”. Allwomen 21 and over are welcome! Contact Angi to beadded to the email list.

Sunshine ClubIf you or a neighbor is in need ofextra cheer or if you have anyquestions, please do not hesitateto contact usat GPSunshine@outlook.com.

Thank you for helping us spreadsunshine throughout Grogan'sPoint!

Beware ofSnakes!GP residents need to be especially vigilant of snakesaround your yard and while on the walking paths;especially with your children and pets. Snakes aremoving to higher ground, away from flooded areas.One neighbor already reported an invasion ofcopperheads in their backyard.

Curious kids and pets can get bitten in an instant.Wear shoes and don't walk around in the dark. Don'treach into debris piles with bare hands.

Copperhead bites are DANGEROUS!

Charitable Giving Grogans’ Point Charitable Giving is exploring the

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Grogans’ Point Charitable Giving is exploring thepossibilities of raising funds for Texas Children’sHospital The Woodlands (opening in 2017). If youwould be interested in exploring this, please contactKathy Thompson to learn more about this project.

Contact UsPlease see the CONTACT US page on the Grogan's Pointwebsite.

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