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DECEMBER <strong>2016</strong><br />
GOVERNOR’S PLACE
SAFETY AND SECURITY TIPS FROM S.E.A.L. SECURITY:<br />
GIFT CARDS - HOW TO AVOID SCAMS<br />
Purchasing a gift card might seem like an easy solution for<br />
a last minute gift or the hard-to-buy-for. There is nothing to<br />
wrap, the size and color are always right and it’s convenient.<br />
However, the convenience may be undermined by a scam. The<br />
scam is simple: Scammers record the gift card information and<br />
then call the gift card’s toll-free phone number in a few days to<br />
check it’s balance. Once the scammer knows the card is activated<br />
and how much it is worth, they cash it in. Scammers quickly use<br />
the gift card information to shop online - depleting the value of<br />
the card that the purchaser (or its recipient) still possesses.<br />
The same can also be performed in a more sophisticated<br />
fashion - scammers use a small handheld scanner to read the<br />
serial number embedded in the card and then reprogram used<br />
cards with the stolen data. Once activated the reprogrammed<br />
cards can be used in stores, online or even resold sold to<br />
unsuspecting gift card shoppers.<br />
Another variation of this scam includes carefully removing<br />
new, inactive cards from their packaging and replacing them<br />
with used blank cards. The thieves keep the card numbers of<br />
the used card and when the shopper activates it, the thieves<br />
again have access to the money.<br />
TIPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF<br />
While you may not want to substitute cash or a traditional gift<br />
for a gift card, you can take some steps to help protect yourself:<br />
• Carefully inspect the card you wish to purchase; if it appears<br />
tampered with, move on.<br />
• When possible, ask for a card from behind the counter,<br />
instead of selecting one from a rack available to the public.<br />
• Be sure any activation labels or scratch-off areas are intact.<br />
• Do not give your personal information such as a social<br />
security number to the cashier. The store does not need it.<br />
• Immediately after activation, ask the cashier to scan the<br />
card so that you can verify that the amount you requested is<br />
available.<br />
• Keep your receipt as proof of purchase and value.<br />
• If shopping online, only buy directly from the company<br />
issuing the gift card.<br />
• Do not buy from online auction sites as gift cards may be<br />
counterfeit, stolen or valued at less than promised.<br />
• Register the gift card if the service is available.<br />
ADDITIONAL GIFT CARD TIPS<br />
• Ask about or read the fine print for expiration dates.<br />
• Be aware of any usage or dormancy fees.<br />
• Consider fees for both the purchaser and the user.<br />
• Check for purchase exceptions. Can the card be used to buy<br />
anything?<br />
• Is the card also valid for online purchases?<br />
• Treat the card like cash.<br />
GOVERNORS PLACE HOTLINE: 281-749-1300<br />
Our dispatch center is available to residents 24/7.<br />
BOY SCOUT TROOP 987 WILL BE OFFERING A US FLAG<br />
ROUTE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD!<br />
The Boy Scout Troop 987 is offering this service to your<br />
neighborhood as a service fundraiser. For $35, the scouts<br />
will place a 3’ x 5’ flag at your residence on the following<br />
national holidays (place approximately sunrise and take away<br />
approximately sundown): Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Flag<br />
Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriot Day and Veteran’s<br />
Day. Monies raised through this project will support Scouts of<br />
Troop 987 in activities, such as attending summer camp, going on<br />
regular camping excursions and participating in other activities.<br />
This service fundraiser will also help our scouts build pride in<br />
their community while helping to earn their own way for scouting<br />
activities. If you have any questions, please contact John Angel at<br />
jangel@crstexas.com or call 713-429-2969.<br />
We also offer for a one-time fee of $75 to come and place flag<br />
for you and then leave the flag with you and you are responsible<br />
for putting out and taking down. Governor’s <strong>Place</strong> HOA rules -<br />
Temporary flags such as these cannot be displayed more than<br />
three consecutive days.<br />
If you decide to help us in our endeavor, please fill out your<br />
information in the form and send in your check, made payable<br />
to Troop 987, to the address below. Thank you for your support!<br />
Flags to you!<br />
Boy Scout Troop 987<br />
Mail To:<br />
John Angel ASM Troop 987<br />
806 Copper Creek Drive, Katy, TX 77450<br />
Please note - this agreement is between the Boy Scouts and the<br />
individual homeowner, not G.P.H.O.A.<br />
PARKING LAWS WILL BE ENFORCED<br />
As many residents have noticed, cars parking in the wrong<br />
direction on the side of the road has become an increasing<br />
problem throughout the community. The officers that patrol<br />
the neighborhood have been giving warnings for this, but will<br />
begin issuing tickets. Please utilize your driveway and garage and<br />
when parking on the street is necessary, please park in the same<br />
direction as traffic.<br />
Additional parking problems have occurred at the tennis and<br />
clubhouse parking lots. As a result, the Board has adopted a<br />
Common Area Parking and Tow Policy. The Policy has been filed<br />
in the official public records with the Harris County Clerk and<br />
is available by visiting www.crest-management.com, clicking<br />
on Communities and selecting <strong>Governors</strong> <strong>Place</strong>. Towing will be<br />
enforced.<br />
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We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must<br />
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KATY RUGBY CLUB<br />
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys<br />
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The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse<br />
is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing<br />
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WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE<br />
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite<br />
you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our<br />
purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun<br />
while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro<br />
Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.<br />
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Join the MONTY BALLARD YMCA<br />
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The Y offers the support you and your family need to learn,<br />
grow and thrive.<br />
LOCAL BROWNIE TROOP ENGAGES IN HANDS-ON<br />
MEDICAL EMERGENCY LESSONS<br />
Houston Methodist Emergency Care Center at Cinco Ranch hosted 10 girl<br />
scouts from Brownie Troop 152022, nine parent chaperones and six of<br />
the troop members’ siblings on Tuesday, Oct. 11 th . The scouts had the<br />
opportunity to tour the facility and receive hands-on lessons regarding<br />
orthopedic splinting, basic first aid, vital signs, various pediatric<br />
treatments and other emergency services. The emergency care center<br />
staff even performed a demonstration of an X-ray and CT scan. The First<br />
Aid Badge was awarded to the girls for this visit and each took home a<br />
Houston Methodist lunchbox and an unforgettable experience.<br />
• Discounts on programs and classes<br />
• Free Child Watch while you work out<br />
• Wide variety of free group<br />
exercise classes<br />
• Free SMART Start wellness orientations<br />
Learn more at ymcahouston.org/katy.<br />
YMCA at Katy Main Street Coming Spring 2017.<br />
A Second location serving the Katy area.<br />
YMCA Mission: To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that<br />
build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Everyone is welcome.<br />
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THE THIRD NUTCRACKER TEA PARTY AND MARKET<br />
Start your holiday season off with the Magic of the Nutcracker and the<br />
Sugar Plum Fairy’s whimsical. Delight in a delectable tea party with<br />
an assortment of confectionery treats and sandwiches while meeting<br />
with your favorite Nutcracker characters. Enjoy a special reading and<br />
performances from The Nutcracker Suite. Character photo opportunities<br />
and autographs. Find that special gift at our Mini Nutcracker Market<br />
from local Katy vendors. The Nutcracker Sweet Tea Party brings the<br />
community and families together as a prelude to the performance of<br />
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Fundraisers<br />
THE EMPOWERMENT CENTER<br />
ANNUAL “SANTA AND FRIENDS” TOY DONATION DRIVE<br />
The EmPowerment Center is sponsoring our Annual “Santa and Friends”<br />
Toy Donation Drive, thru <strong>December</strong> 16, <strong>2016</strong>. Then join us for a Ho! Ho!<br />
Ho! Toy giveaway weekend beginning Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 17 th at 10 AM,<br />
Santa & Friends host “Snacks & Toys” and Sunday, <strong>December</strong> 18 th at 9<br />
AM, it’s Santa & Friends host a Holiday Celebration with Toys, both days<br />
on the campus of The EmPowerment Center, 20910 Park Row Blvd, Katy,<br />
Texas 77449. Everyone is welcome. For additional information visit us<br />
online at www.beempowered.com or call our office at 281-578-3535 to<br />
support or receive.<br />
CRIMSON CAVALETTES SECOND ANNUAL<br />
HOLIDAY HOME TOUR<br />
The Crimson Cavalettes of Tompkins High School will be hosting their<br />
second annual Holiday Home Tour on <strong>December</strong> 2 nd -3 rd from 6-8:30 PM.<br />
Take a walk through beautifully decorated homes that are decked out in<br />
their holiday finest! Tickets are $12 and can be purchased on the Crimson<br />
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TAYLOR HS 13 TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY<br />
HOME TOUR SETS DATES<br />
James E. Taylor High School Project Grad is excited to announce the<br />
dates of the 13 th Annual Holiday Home Tour. Six fabulous families have<br />
agreed to open their lovely homes in the Katy Community to raise funds<br />
for Project Grad. The Katy community is invited to tour these homes filled<br />
with holiday décor.<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 8 th , 5-9 PM<br />
Friday, <strong>December</strong> 9 th , 10 AM-2 PM and/or 5-9 PM<br />
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Each home will feature a different silent auction basket. Taylor High<br />
School students and their parents will also decorate trees to be raffled<br />
off on Friday night.<br />
Tickets for the Holiday Home Tour can be purchased after November 1,<br />
<strong>2016</strong> for $15 from Hauerland’s Store at 1648 South Mason Road or at the<br />
Senior Office of James E. Taylor High School. Additionally, tickets can be<br />
purchased or questions asked at thsprojectgrad17@yahoo.com. Money<br />
raised will help seniors celebrate their 2017 graduation by offering a safe<br />
haven with friends and teachers.<br />
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13 TH ANNUAL COUGAR STARS’ ANNUAL HOLIDAY<br />
PARADE OF HOMES, DECEMBER 8 TH AND DECEMBER 9 TH<br />
Come out and tour some of Katy’s most beautiful holiday homes! For<br />
more information, please visit: www.crhscougarstars.org.<br />
Tickets available at:<br />
Hauerland’s<br />
Southern Diva’s Boutique<br />
Laura’s Line Boutique<br />
The Dancer’s Closet<br />
Theater/Fine Art<br />
THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY<br />
<strong>2016</strong>-2017 SEASON<br />
Handel’s Messiah: Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 3 rd , 7:30 PM<br />
Joy to the World: Sunday, <strong>December</strong> 4 th , 3 PM<br />
Americana: Saturday, March 11 th , 7:30 PM and Sunday, March 12 th , 3 PM<br />
Music Fit for a King: Saturday, May 6 th , 7:30 PM<br />
For more information, please visit the HCS website at www.<br />
houstonchoral.org.<br />
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HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER<br />
IS NOW STAGEWORKS THEATRE<br />
“Not just the name, but our entire mission, has expanded… for the<br />
better.”<br />
FOR THE HOLIDAYS, STAGEWORKS THEATRE PRESENTS THE<br />
TOUCHING STORY OF OLIVER!<br />
Adults and children of all ages will enjoy the music and show.<br />
Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM, with<br />
Sunday matinees at 3 PM, November 25 th -<strong>December</strong> 18 th on the Garza<br />
Mainstage at Stageworks Theatre. There will be a special Saturday<br />
matinee on <strong>December</strong> 17 th at 2 PM. Tickets are on sale now and may<br />
be purchased online at stageworkstx.org or by phone at 281-587-6100.<br />
Special pricing is available for groups of 10 or more.<br />
For more information, please visit www.houstonfac.com or call HFAC at<br />
281-587-6100.<br />
Holiday/Christmas Events<br />
A HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS<br />
The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Fulshear<br />
presents A Holly Jolly Christmas on Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 3, <strong>2016</strong><br />
in Downtown Fulshear from 5:30 PM to 9 PM. This year’s Holly Jolly<br />
Christmas will include Ice Skating, Santa, Live Music, The Frozen<br />
Sisters, a Live Nativity, along with a Children’s area, Vendor Booths and<br />
a Walking Parade. The event will commence promptly at 5:30 PM with<br />
announcements and a walking parade. Parade entry is free. Vendors and<br />
stores will be set up with food, crafts, clothing and jewelry so you can<br />
get some holiday shopping done! Santa will arrive during the parade and<br />
will visit the children’s area, which will also include a LIVE Nativity Scene<br />
and an Ice skating rink! Live music during the event by Thrive church and<br />
White Stone band. The White Stone Band is comprised of nine Katy and<br />
Fort Bend area worship music veterans with a passion for Funk, Jazz and<br />
R&B. They come together to honor the music of Chicago, Earth Wind &<br />
Fire, Steely Dan, Tower of Power, Steve Wonder and others. Temporary<br />
road closures for the event: All lanes of FM 359 will be closed between<br />
Front St. and Second St. between 11 AM, Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 3, <strong>2016</strong><br />
and 1 AM on Sunday, <strong>December</strong> 4, <strong>2016</strong>. Front St. will be closed between<br />
Wilson St. and Harris St. for the duration of the event. Detour routes and<br />
parking information can be found on the City of Fulshear website at<br />
www.fulsheartexas.gov.<br />
If you’d like more information about this event or to register for the<br />
parade, please contact Amy Norvell at anorvell@fulshearareachamber.<br />
com or call 832-600-3221.<br />
JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM<br />
EXPERIENCE THE NIGHT HOPE WAS BORN<br />
Current - A Christian Church (currentchristian.org) is hosting the<br />
15 th annual Journey to Bethlehem - an outdoor walk-through drama<br />
portraying the birth of Christ. The event will be held Thursday through<br />
Sunday, <strong>December</strong> 8 th -11 th at Current - A Christian Church, located at<br />
26600 Westheimer Parkway, just south of Interstate 10, Pin Oak exit #740.<br />
Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 8 th and Friday, <strong>December</strong> 9 th , 7-9 PM, Saturday,<br />
<strong>December</strong> 10 th , 5-9 PM and Sunday, <strong>December</strong> 11 th , 5-8 PM.<br />
A winding trail and experienced guides will lead you through a series of<br />
live action scenes tracing the journey Mary and Joseph took centuries<br />
ago as they were expecting the miraculous birth of Christ. Your travels<br />
will lead you through the village of Nazareth, into the camp of the Magi,<br />
past the Roman census and open-air markets of Judea, ultimately ending<br />
at the simple manger where Christmas began.<br />
For tickets or more information on Journey to Bethlehem, visit<br />
jtbcurrent.com. Tickets are $6 per person (children 5 and under are free)<br />
but Thursday night is a free premier night. There will be an Express Pass<br />
option available for purchase at $12 per person (infants are free). Check<br />
out a highlight video, photo gallery and more at jtbcurrent.com today!<br />
Community Events<br />
NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN<br />
SATURDAYS IN NATURE<br />
This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the<br />
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30<br />
AM. The program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at<br />
10 AM. No reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is<br />
a “whole family” program; parents or other adult guardians should<br />
participate with their children. Upcoming programs include November:<br />
Tree Walk(Leaf Printing Art). <strong>December</strong> program on Winter in the<br />
Woods(Nature Ornaments) .<br />
THE TITMOUSE CLUB<br />
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5<br />
sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is<br />
offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from<br />
mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary,<br />
440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features a different nature theme<br />
and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in<br />
the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org and<br />
look under Audubon Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session or a<br />
5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied<br />
by an adult during the program. Upcoming programs include:<br />
<strong>December</strong> 6 th &7 th : Scaly Reptiles<br />
<strong>December</strong> 13 th &14 th : Christmas in the Woods<br />
AFTER SCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB<br />
Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children (ages 6-10,<br />
K-5 th ) who are interested in investigating the natural world. Each month<br />
we will explore a different ecology topic, focusing on our own native<br />
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plants and animals. We will make a craft to take home, go on a nature<br />
hike, dip-net for fish and tadpoles in the ponds and get to know the plants<br />
and animals of the Bayou City! Fee/reservations are required. Reserve<br />
your child’s spot at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information<br />
contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@<br />
houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900. Upcoming programs include:<br />
<strong>December</strong> 15 th : Christmas in the Woods<br />
OWL PROWLS<br />
Houston Audubon Docent Guild sponsors 4 owl prowls for the <strong>2016</strong>-17<br />
season. Owl prowls begin with a lively program on owls including an<br />
opportunity to meet live, rehabilitated owls followed by a walk in the<br />
woods in search of wild owls. For more information, to reserve and pay<br />
online go to www.houstonaudubon.org.<br />
Owl Prowl dates are <strong>December</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong>, January 13, 2017 and February<br />
10, 2017. Owl Prowls start at 7 PM, end at 9 PM and begin in the log cabin<br />
at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary. The fee is $12 for adults and $8 for<br />
children (ages 6-17). All prowlers must be at least 6 years of age and there<br />
must be at least one adult present for each two children.<br />
Dress for walking in the woods and the weather. Please park in the<br />
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955<br />
Memorial Drive or the Sanctuary’s small lot at 440 Wilchester. Preregistration<br />
is required and there is a maximum number of participants<br />
for each prowl.<br />
Class Reunion<br />
WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1971<br />
Westbury High School Class of 1971 is holding its 45 th Reunion on<br />
Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 7 PM to 11 PM at Ciao Bello’s Giardino<br />
Room located at 5161 San Felipe St., Houston, Texas 77056.<br />
For a flyer with payment information, please send your email address<br />
along with your full name (including maiden name) to Bill Kingsbury at<br />
westburyhs1971@gmail.com.<br />
Houston Area Events &<br />
Roadtrips<br />
<strong>December</strong> 2 nd - Ring in the season with the 97 th Annual Mayor’s Holiday<br />
Celebration and Tree Lighting in the heart of downtown Houston. The<br />
spectacular event is a holiday tradition of music, Santa, fireworks and<br />
family fun. A towering Holiday Tree, glowing with energy efficient LED<br />
lights, shimmering ornaments and a stunning star topper will light up<br />
the streets of downtown Houston this holiday season. The event takes<br />
place in Hermann Square at City Hall from 6 to 8 PM and is free and open<br />
to the public. www.houstontx.gov/mayorsholiday.<br />
<strong>December</strong> 2 nd -3 rd - A Vintage Celebration Gift Market at the great<br />
Southwest Equestrian Center, 2501 South Mason Rd., Katy, TX 77450 from<br />
10 AM-8 PM Friday and 10 AM - 6 PM on Saturday. For more information,<br />
visit www.celebrationsgiftmarket.com.<br />
<strong>December</strong> 2 nd - 4 th - Dickens on the Strand, Galveston, TX. The annual<br />
holiday street festival, based on 19 th century Victorian London, features<br />
parades, non-stop entertainment on five stages, strolling carolers,<br />
roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers and a host of other entertainers.<br />
Costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts<br />
laden with holiday food and drink, Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing,<br />
jewelry, holiday decorations and gift items. As always, attendees in<br />
Victorian costume are admitted for half price! For more information,<br />
www.galveston.com/dickensonthestrand.<br />
Join us at First UMC Katy on Christmas Eve for Something More<br />
Christmas Eve Services:<br />
4 PM—Family Service<br />
6 PM—Candlelight Service<br />
7:15-8:00 PM—Contemplative Communion<br />
9 PM—Candlelight & Communion Service<br />
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We sell, service and buy antique sewing<br />
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14<br />
DECEMBER <strong>2016</strong><br />
GOVERNOR’S PLACE
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18<br />
DECEMBER <strong>2016</strong><br />
GOVERNOR’S PLACE
Governor’s <strong>Place</strong><br />
Community Association<br />
Crest Management<br />
Bridgett Cummings, Community Mgr. - 281-945-4618<br />
Cori Isenhower, Community Mgr. - 281-945-4613<br />
Questions concerning pool and tennis courts access, grounds maintenance, pest<br />
control spraying, Association dues, etc., should be directed to Crest.<br />
BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Gary Russell 281-395-8164<br />
Jan Surmacz 281-693-3597<br />
Gary Harrington 281-395-3873<br />
Jesse Garcia 281-392-8803<br />
Dave Gilkeson 281-392-3771<br />
The GP board meetings are typically the third Wednesday of<br />
each month.<br />
GOVERNOR’S PLACE CLUBHOUSE<br />
Rental Fee is $75 • Administrative Fee $50<br />
Refundable Deposit is $100<br />
Clubhouse Rentals call Crest Mgmt.<br />
281-579-0761<br />
Swimming Pool Payphone 281-395-1699<br />
Governor’s <strong>Place</strong> pool is open Memorial Day weekend through<br />
Labor Day weekend.<br />
SECURITY<br />
Harris County Sheriff’s Dept. 713-221-6000<br />
Crime Stoppers<br />
SEAL Security<br />
713-222-TIPS<br />
281-749-1300<br />
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />
911<br />
Fire/Ambulance<br />
Harris County ESD 48 281-578-2518<br />
Memorial Herman Katy Hospital 281-644-7000<br />
Houston Methodist West Hospital 832-522-5522<br />
Texas Children’s Hospital West 832-227-1000<br />
Houston Methodist St. Catherine Hospital 281-599-5700<br />
Poison Control 1-800-222-1222<br />
Animal Control 281-999-3191<br />
Mosquito Control 713-796-6900<br />
Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000<br />
Harris Co. Public Health & Environmental 713-439-6000<br />
Comcast Cable 713-341-1000<br />
Reliant Energy 713-207-7777<br />
Entex 713-659-2111<br />
Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222<br />
www.centerpointenergy.com/outage<br />
Cimarron MUD (water) 832-490-1600<br />
WCA 713-292-2400<br />
METRO 713-635-4000<br />
SCHOOLS<br />
KISD Administration 281-237-6000<br />
Cimarron Elementary 281-237-6900<br />
West Memorial Elementary 281-237-6600<br />
West Memorial Junior High 281-237-6400<br />
Katy High School 281-237-6700<br />
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