Memorial Parkway February 2021

Memorial Parkway
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Non-emergency:
Harris County Constables 281-463-6666
HCE SD FIRE DEPT. 48 281-599-8888
Dept. of Public Safety 281-517-1300
Poison Control Center 800-764-7661
Domestic Abuse Center (emerg) 281-391-4357
• non-emergency 281-391-4504
Health Dept. (backyard cleanup) 713-274-6300
Animal Control 281-999-3191
Mosquito Control 713-440-4800
Post Office 800-275-8777
MUD #81 281-392-8112
MUD #81 (Trash) Best Trash 281-313-2378
Memorial MUD (Trash) WCA 281-368-8397
Centerpoint Energy
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• Gas - bills/report emergency 713-659-2111
• Street LIght Outages 713-207-2222
• Power Outages 800-752-8036/800-332-7143
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR
SCHOOLS
KISD Administration 281-396-6000
KISD Security 281-396-7560
KISD Transportation Dept. 281-396-6220
MP Elementary 281-237-5850
Hayes Elementary 281-237-3200
MP Jr. HIgh School 281-237-5800
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MEMORIAL PARKWAY IMPORTANT NUMBERS
MPCA OFFICE: 281-492-2949
FAX: 281-492-7130
EMAIL:
office@mphoa.org
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Director
Charles Herring
Mike Brahm
Michael Olsen
William Pongrass
Michael Smyth
MPCA OFFICE
21600 Cimarron Parkway
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
The office is open the first Tuesday of each month:
7pm - 8pm (except on holidays)
Answering machine
281-492-2949
24 hrs/day Please leave a message.
or email office@mphoa.org
www.mphoa.org
IMPORTANT DATES IN FEBRUARY 2021
February 2nd:
Board Meeting
February 5th-6th:
Garage Sale Weekend
Office Hours for February 2021
Monday through Friday:
9 AM-5 PM
(Unless otherwise posted on the front door.)
BOARD MEETING
The Board of Directors meet in the Memorial
Parkway Clubhouse (21600 Cimarron Parkway)
on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 PM.
The meeting is open to all members of the
Association. The Board is only required by the
State to have ONE meeting per year, but MP has
always had monthly meetings so that they can be
more accessible to the members that they serve.
Our monthly Board meeting will be Tuesday,
February 2, 2021 at 7 PM.
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2021 MAINTENANCE FEE
A late fee of $35 will be billed to all accounts that are not paid in full
as of January 31, 2021. Late notices will be mailed out to all past due
homeowners along with an updated statement the first of February. The
2021 Maintenance Fee of $375, was due by January 1, 2021. Any account
not paid before February 28, 2021 will incur an additional late fee of $35
on March 1 st and a finance charge of 10% per month. If you have not
paid your fees this year please contact the office if you need to set up a
payment plan Plans will consist of 3 monthly payments. There is a $35
charge to get on a payment plan.
Late Fee Schedule for Unpaid Maintenance Fees
Accounts not paid before January 31, 2021 will incur an additional late
fee of $35.
Accounts not paid before February 28, 2021 will incur an additional late
fee of $35.
Accounts not paid before March 30, 2021 will incur an additional late fee
of $50.
Accounts not paid before April 30, 2021 will incur an additional late fee
of $50.
All unpaid fees after January 31, 2021 carry a finance charge of 10% per
annum.
Accounts not paid by April 30, 2021 may be turned over for legal pursuit
in which all costs are the responsibility of the delinquent owner. Legal
fees can range from $150 to over $2,000.
STAY CONNECTED
To find the latest news and information on upcoming events, documents,
copies of Board minutes and to register for Memorial Parkway’s
blog, please go to our web page mphoa.org. As another way to share
communication, ideas and events in our neighborhood is to “like” us on
Facebook.
QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? SUGGESTIONS?
We welcome communication from homeowners and residents. The
MPCA Board of Directors are your neighbors and are available to answer
questions. We love having comments and suggestion from everyone as
we strive to make Memorial Parkway a great place to live. Please contact
us at anytime via email at office@mphoa.org.
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ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE
All exterior changes to your property must be submitted to our committee
for approval before you start any work. This includes, but is not limited
to, painting, re-roofing, sheds, patio covers, fences, etc. All requests must
be on our request form that can be found online at our website www.
mphoa.org or at the office. Please give as much detail as possible, so there
is no delay in getting your request reviewed. Except for painting and reroofing,
it would be best to include a plat of your property that shows
property lines and easements in relation to the location of your project.
Architectural Modifications Approved November 20-December 15, 2020
Exterior Paint 7
Roof 3
Exterior Repair 3
Shed 1
Window Replacement 3
Fence Replacement 4
Patio 1
Open Deed Restriction Violation Counts as of December 20, 2020
Animals 1
Architectural 1
Basketball Goal 2
Decorations 1
Driveways 13
Dumpster or Pod 2
Exterior Lighting 0
Fences 19
Flags & Flag Poles 8
Garages 9
Home Exterior
Dirt & Mildew 34
Exterior Paint 31
Exterior Repair 13
Gutters & Downspouts 12
Roof 4
Landscaping
weeds 1
vines 1
trim bushes 5
dead landscaping 3
border 3
Lawn Maintenance
bare spots 0
mow, edge, grass in seams 21
edging 7
grass in seams 5
ruts 2
street curb debris 0
Mailboxes 14
Outdoor Furniture 0
Satellite Dish 0
Sidewalk 8
Signs 17
Stored Items 53
Swimming Pools & Spas 0
Trash Containers 112
Trees
dead tree 2
leaves & tree debris 13
low tree branches 0
palm tree 4
stump 6
Use 0
Vehicles
commercial 0
parking 3
storage 10
repairs 1
recreational vehicles 2
trailer 10
Windows
window a/c unit 3
window treatments 7
damaged glass 2
Total 466
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NOVEMBER SECURITY REPORT
Alarm Local 4
Animal-Humane 4
Animal-Aggressive 1
Assault-Family 1
Burglary-Motor Vehicle 2
Child Custody Dispatch 1
Credit Abuse 3
Discharge Firearms 1
Disturbance-Family 6
Disturbance-Fireworks 1
Disturbance-Loud Noise 6
Disturbance-Other 2
Domestic Prevent 3
Drug/OD/Poss 1
Fradulent Use of ID 1
Home Invasion 1
Illegally Parked Vehicle 1
Meet the Citizen 56
Mental Health 2
Open Door/Window 1
Runaway 1
Silver Watch 2
Suspicious Person 9
Telephone Harassment 1
Terroristic Threat 1
Theft - Other 1
Traffic Stops 4
Vehicle Abandoned 2
Vehicle Suspicious 3
Writ of Execution 6
Total: 128
MEMORIAL PARKWAY ROADWAYS
Please help us keep our streets clear. We are receiving many complaints
from residents about cars being parked in the street with empty
driveways. Please be considerate of your neighbors when parking your
vehicles. Try to always park in your garage or on your driveway. If you
can’t park in your garage because you have too much clutter, spend some
time and clean out your garage! As a reminder, commercial vehicles are
not allowed in Memorial Parkway subdivision.
STREET GUTTERS AND DRAINS
We ask that you keep the street area in front of your home clean, so
that leaves, pine needles, grass clippings and dirt won’t accumulate in
the gutters next to the curb and end up being washed into the drains
causing them to back up and flood the streets. If you see someone
putting grass clippings, oil or other debris down the drains, please
contact the MUD District and the County at 281-463-6300. This includes
lawn contractors that are blowing the leaves into the street instead of
bagging them.
HOW TO REPORT BACKYARD NUISANCE
If you have a neighbor with a terrible backyard such as garbage dumping,
unsanitary conditions, unsecured private swimming pools, etc., you can
call Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services’ at 713-274-
6300 to file a report.
NEED CURB REPAIR??
Do you have a broken curb in front of your home... Did you know that
Harris County Precinct 3 will come and fix it? It is as easy as going to
their website and filling out the service request form. They will come
and fix it for free (well, that is your tax dollars at work)! They will not fix
the curved part that attaches to your driveway, that is the homeowner’s
responsibility. You can go to www.pct3.com/about/service-request and
fill out the service request form if you have a broken curb that needs
repaired.
GARAGE SALES
MPCA would like to suggest that garage sales be conducted the first
Friday and Saturday of each month. This will eliminate the many signs
that are out each week and also makes for a stronger turn out. Most area
communities only allow sales twice a year. Memorial Parkway could be
known for its “Once a Month” garage sales.
Do not attach your garage sale signs to the STOP signs, as it is against the
law and the County can issue citations for this. If a sign is on a public right
of way, like the esplanades), they may be subject to fines of $500-$1,000
per occurrence per day. We also ask that you do not post your signs on
the property of another resident. When your sale is over, please go back
and pick up all of your signs.
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CLUBHOUSE RENTAL
Clubhouse rental is subject to availability on a first come/first serve basis.
The clubhouse is only rented to Memorial Parkway adult residents (owner
or renter) in good standing (maintenance fee current and not in violation
of deed restrictions). Resident must show valid ID when renting facility
and must be present during the entire time of rental. A rental fee of $50
is required at the time the reservation is made. Rental of the Clubhouse
requires refundable deposit of $275.
HOURS OF RENTALS & FEE RATES
• Monday-Saturday, 8 AM-4 PM: $50
• Monday-Saturday, 5 PM-1 AM: $50
• Sunday, 8 AM-1 PM: $50
• Sunday, 1:30 PM-1 AM: $50
• All Day Rentals from 8 AM-1 AM: $100
NON-PROFIT CLUBHOUSE RENTAL
The Memorial Parkway Clubhouse is available to non-profit adult and
youth groups for meetings. The meeting times and days are: 3 PM, 5:30 PM,
6:45 PM and 7 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (some
exceptions regarding times on Sunday). Reservations must be made at
least 2 weeks prior to reservation date. For additional details, contact the
MPCA office at 281-492-2949. All groups who wish to use the Clubhouse
must be comprised of no less than 80% of Memorial Parkway residents.
TRASH PICK UP INFORMATION
If you pay your water bill to Harris County MUD #81: Collection days are
Monday and Thursday for garbage and Thursday for recycling. Please
secure all garbage in the 65-gallon black garbage cart with red lid and
the green recycling cart provided by Best Trash. On collection days,
please place the carts as close to the street as practicable, facing forward.
For more information, please check out HC MUD #81 website at www.
hcmud81.com.
If you pay your water bill to Memorial MUD: Collection days are Tuesday
and Friday for garbage and Tuesday for recycling. For more information,
please check out HC Memorial MUD website at http://memorialmud.
com/.
TRASH CAN/CART REMINDERS FOR EVERYONE TO FOLLOW
On collection days, make sure to set your trash receptacle out by 7 AM
but no earlier than 6 PM the evening before. Trash receptacles/carts must
be stored inside your garage or behind the fence line at all times. They
must be stored out of public view by 8 AM the following morning. Please
note that a deed restriction violation letter will be sent out for those who
do not comply with this policy.
SIDEWALKS
In recent deed restriction inspections, we have noticed a lot od damaged
and uneven sidewalks. Sidewalks are the homeowner’s responsibility to
keep in good repair.
A NOTE FROM THE CONSTABLES
The Vacation Watch form is now available online on our website in the left
column. From this page (https://constablepct5.com/index.php/vacationwatch/)
you can fill in the form and submit it. The submitted form will be
emailed to dispatch for distribution.
There is lots of good information on Harris County Precinct 5 Constables’
office website. Residents are encouraged to check it out at https://
constablepct5.com/.
REMINDER FOR DOG WALKERS
Be a responsible/considerate pet owner by picking up your dog’s waste
from your neighbor’s yard when you’re out for a walk. There’s nothing
more frustrating than stepping in fecal matter in your own yard when
you don’t even have a pet.
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LEASH LAW
Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents.
While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at someone
who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children are afraid of
animals and become frightened, which could result in the child getting
hurt trying to avoid the animal. Harris County Animal Control advises, “All
dogs and cats must be kept under restraint while in the unincorporated
areas of Harris County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not
authorized to have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat nor to allow
any dog or cat to become a stray.” Restraint is defined as “the control of a
dog or cat under the following circumstances:
1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet in
length, if the line or leash is held by a human being who is capable of
controlling or governing the dog or cat in question.
2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle.
3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does not
have access to sidewalk or street.
While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you work
or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly restrained.
Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for all
our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only protect
anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also the pet
owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing
to properly restrain their pet. Please remember that cats fall under the
same laws as dogs and must be licensed and kept restrained when not
on the premises of the owner. We’ve been told that spreading moth balls
in flower beds might keep cats away. To make a complaint or report an
animal that is not properly restrained please contact:
Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666
Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191
Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section
2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588
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PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING BARKING DOGS:
1. Contact your neighbor and work it out as good neighbors should.
2. In the event that #1 is not possible, contact the Constables at 281-463-
6666. It is our understanding that the Constables will investigate the
barking dogs. In order to file a formal complaint you must be willing to
give the officer your name, address and phone number for their records.
PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING LOOSE DOGS,
DOG BITES & LOST PETS:
1. Contact Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191 or 281-999-
3194. A recorded message will guide you through the system. When
reporting a loose animal you will be asked to give your name and address,
a description of the animal and the address of the animal’s owner (if
known).
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To report a burned out street light, you may contact CenterPoint Energy
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Please know the number that is on the pole and street address of the
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NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February is National Black History Month, also known as National
African American History Month, a time for all Americans to celebrate
the achievements of African Americans and recognize their central role
in American history.
Other countries, including Canada and Great Britain, have also set aside months
to honor black history. The month of February was chosen to coincide with
the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and noted civil rights advocate
Frederick Douglass. The first record of Africans arriving in North America is
dated 1619, when a privateer ship carrying “twenty and odd” Africans landed
at Point Comfort, Virginia, which is now modern-day Hampton, Virginia. The
Africans were traded as slaves in exchange for provisions.
African-American’s impact our society throughout history and in numerous
ways. Here are just a few prominent individuals we honor this month:
• Thurgood Marshall was the first African-American appointed to the
Supreme Court. We recognize Thurgood Marshall every year on National
Maryland Day.
• George Washington Carver developed over 300 products from peanuts.
Celebrate George Washington Carver and his contributions to the peanut
industry on National Peanut Day.
• Shirley Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to U.S.
House of Representatives.
• Rosa Parks helped initiate the Civil Rights Movement by refusing to give
up her seat on the bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Celebrate Rosa Park on
Rosa Parks Day and learn more about her contributions to the Civil Rights
Movement.
• Louis Armstrong is widely known as a jazz pioneer. Information about
Louis Armstrong can be found in November on National Louisiana Day.
• Colin Powell is a 4-star General who became Secretary of State. Colin
Powell dedicated the Buffalo Soldier monument at Fort Leavenworth,
Kansas, establishing the first Buffalo Soldiers Day.
• Barack Obama was elected the first Black President of the United States.
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Black History Month was created by twentieth-century historian
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represented in the study of American history. Carter Woodson hoped
for the day when black history would be accepted as a part of American
history. Formerly known as Negro History Week, Black History Month was
officially declared by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
Source: https://nationaldaycalendar.com
NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY
National Freedom Day, always observed on February 1 st , celebrates
freedom from slavery. It also recognizes that America is a symbol of
liberty. It honors the signing by Abraham Lincoln of a joint House and
Senate resolution that later became the 13 th Amendment to the U.S.
Constitution. President Lincoln signed the Amendment outlawing
slavery on February 1, 1865. It was not ratified by the states, however,
until later on December 18, 1865.
On this day many towns have festivals and celebrations. Others reflect
on the freedoms that the United States honors as well as reflect on and
appreciate the goodwill of the United States. For many years, wreath
laying at the Liberty Bell has also been a tradition to mark National
Freedom Day. Use #NationalFreedomDay to post on social media.
A former slave by the name of Major Richard Robert Wright, Sr. created
National Freedom Day. Major Wright was looked upon as a great leader
in the community. It was believed by Major Wright, that this day needed
to be celebrated.
Because of Abraham Lincoln’s signing the 13 th Amendment outlawing
slavery on February 1, 1865, February 1 st was chosen as the day for
National Freedom Day. On June 30, 1948, President Harry Truman signed
a bill proclaiming February 1 st as the first official National Freedom Day
in the United States.
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IMPORTANT DATES
February 15th: Professional Learning Day - No Students
February 22nd: 5th Secondary Grading Cycle Begins
February 25th: Family Night (No Homework Assigned)
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KATY ISD SEEKS 2021 BOND TO
ADDRESS RAPID STUDENT GROWTH
As families continue to move west of the Houston Metro area to enroll
their children in the fastest-growing school district in Texas, tonight Katy
Independent School District Board of Trustees discussed a Community
Bond Advisory Committee (CBAC) coming together to review capital
needs in consideration of a May 2021 Bond Referendum.
Located within 181 square miles and serving more than 84,000 students
at 71 campuses and facilities, Katy ISD is the sixth-largest school district in
Texas known for its high academic performance, its award-winning staff
and its highly sought out school programs, among other extra-curricular
activities. On average, Katy ISD is enrolling an additional 2,400 students
every school year with a projected enrollment of more than 100,000
learners by 2027. Enrollment increases are taking place most significantly
in the northwest quadrant of Katy ISD, where new communities are being
developed and are expected to flourish within the next decade.
The CBAC’s planning and review of capital needs will include reviewing
enrollment projections, the need for new schools and facilities to address
capacity limitations while paying close attention to renovations and
component replacements necessary at aging campuses and buildings.
Within the brick and mortar schools, additional areas affecting the
growing student population are technology upgrades and safety and
security projects to support learners and staff needs. Katy ISD has a
history of approving bonds, which dates back to at least 1994. In 2017,
school community voters approved a $609,204,553 bond with a no tax
rate increase. It provided for six new schools, a major comprehensive
renovation at one campus, component replacements, expansions and
safety and technology improvements among other items. Katy ISD
anticipates being able to deliver once again on a zero tax rate increase.
Due to the District’s safety protocols, only three socially distanced, inperson
CBAC meetings will take place during the process. Committee
members will have the opportunity to review, vet and decide upon the
capital projects to be included in the school district’s bond package,
should they determine a need to recommend a referendum. During
the bond meetings, staff will provide in-depth background information
associated with long-range needs, demographics and finances, which
will allow the CBAC to finalize a bond package to present to the Board of
Trustees on Monday, February 8 th during a Special Board meeting.
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KATY ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
APPROVED 2022-2023 CALENDAR
Katy ISD Board of Trustees approved calendar that includes:
Wednesday, August 17 th : First Day of School
Friday, May 19 th : Seniors - Last Day of School
Thursday, May 25 th : Last Day of School for all other students
172 Instructional Days
“The development of the Katy ISD instructional calendar often begins
in the fall of each year,” said Deputy Superintendent Leslie Haack. “The
District values the school community’s feedback and has recommended
a calendar based on their preference,” added Haack.
The approved calendar also provides teachers two professional
development flex days in August 2022 as well as five additional days
of professional development throughout the school year. Labor Day,
Columbus Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Good Friday are holidays,
and the District will continue providing a full week off for Thanksgiving,
two weeks for Christmas and one week for Spring Break.
DONATUTORS
Donatutors is a nonprofit tutoring organization that donates 100% of
our proceeds to charity. All of our tutors are straight-A students at Seven
Lakes High school and we offer a multitude of courses like creative
writing, computer science, biology, public speaking, ICTW writing and
many different math courses too. We charge $20 per class, but the first
one is free! For more information, check out donatutors.com or email
us at donatutors@gmail.com. What’s even cooler is that this summer
Donatutors was able to raise $1,283 which we used 70% to give to a
Houston based charity called NAMI and 30% to buy a bunch of masks
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TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL’S
ANNUAL MADRIGAL DINNER
The 37th Annual Madrigal Dinner is a cherished tradition at James Taylor
High School. Enter the castle, cross the drawbridge and join the student
beggars and wenches for a four-course, catered dinner featured in our
castle banquet hall. Music, food and laughter are interwoven within
Renaissance period skit. Save the Date: February 12th and 13th (evening
shows only). Tickets on sale at www.taylorchoir.org.
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Natalie Gendron from Memorial Parkway Jr. High in Katy, Texas
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are part of a select group chosen as All-Americans during Varsity Spirit
summer camps across the country. All-Americans are selected via tryout
based on either superior cheerleading or dance skills at camps operated
by Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA). Only the top 12% of the
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participate in a performance of this caliber.
Natalie performed with over 400 Varsity Spirit All-Americans in a oneof-a-kind
performance at the Universal Orlando Resort on Thanksgiving
Day. Besides enjoying a sunny trip to Orlando, All-Americans will have the
opportunity to meet cheerleaders and dancers from across the nation
and enjoy a magical holiday season at the Universal Orlando Resort parks.
Natalie was able to submit a virtual try out this year due to the Covid-19
pandemic. “This year, when our summer camp was cancelled, I thought
I had lost my chance to try out for All-American. Varsity decided to offer
teams the opportunity for virtual All-American tryouts. We had to learn
a dance routine, perform it on video and submit it. I was really excited
when they let me know that I was selected again this year.”
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Front Row L-R: Sarah Schneider, Kaya Lilley, Gabrielle Allen, Sydney Gendron, Elise DeGeeter, Amy Skelton, Carly Skelton, Grace Liu, Megan McNichol, Tess
Hefty and Allison Herleth. Back Row L-R: Chloe LaBard, Sofia Watne, Caroline Kunkel, Katherine Kunkel, Mallory Reynolds, Jaclyn Guerrero Caitlin Zimmerman,
Claire Stockard, Henley Beisert and Emily Kristynik.
NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE, INC. KATY CHAPTER HONORS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2021
National Charity League (NCL, Inc.) Katy Chapter recognizes 21 wonderful young ladies from the class of 2021 for their service and contributions to
the community. The mission of NCL, Inc. is to foster mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service,
leadership development and cultural experiences. These ladies, along with their mothers, have volunteered more than 8,000 hours of philanthropic
service to our community in six years including American Cancer Society, ARC of Katy, The Ballard House, Brookwood Community, Citizens of Animal
Protection, Texas Children’s Hospital and Clothed By Faith to name a few. The chapter believes that the experience of giving back to others helps to
strengthen the mother-daughter relationship and sets the stage for a successful future. Katy Chapter of NCL is the oldest chapter in Katy, TX, formed
in 1984.
ICONIC FIGHTER JET TO BE REFURBISHED AND UNVEILED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 521
“ONE MORE MISSION” - COATING SOCIETY OF HOUSTON MEMBERS TAKE PROJECT TO COMPLETION
On July 29, 1984 American Legion Post 521 received a F4D Fighter Jet from the Air Force Reclamation Center and dedicated it to all POW’s and MIA’s
from all wars and conflicts involving the United States of America. Recently, the Post reached out to the Coating Society of Houston for assistance in
refurbishing this iconic piece of memorabilia, which was showing extreme decay due to local weather conditions.
“We have been working getting this plane restored for several years and were finally able to find a group that was willing to donate their time and
materials to helping us,” said Joseph Thomas, 22 nd District Commander of the American Legion Department of Texas.
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MEMORIAL PARKWAY
2020 YEAR IN REVIEW
2019 2020 Year-Over-Year Change
# of Homes Sold
Average Price per Sq. Ft.
Average Sales Price
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$99.55 $103.32
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$205,157 $215.913 5.24%*
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GARDENING TIPS FOR FEBRUARY
FLOWERS
• Plants to set: Alyssum, Calendula, Canterbury Bells, Carnations,
Columbine, Cornflower, Daisies, Delphinium, Hollyhock, Larkspur, Lobelia,
Nicotiana, Pansy, Petunia, Phlox (Louisiana), Shrimp Plant, Snapdragon,
Stock and Verbena.
VEGETABLES
• Plant beets, broccoli (plants), brussel sprouts (plants), cabbage (plants),
carrots, cauliflower (plants), celery, chinese cabbage (plants), chives
collards (plants), endive, kale, lettuce (leaf and head), mustard, onions
(plants), parsley, garden peas, radishes, rutabagas, spinach, tomato
(seeds) and turnips.
TREES AND SHRUBS
• Finish all transplanting, get everything in the ground for a good spring
spurt of growth. Transplant balled and burlap, container-grown, bare-root
deciduous evergreen trees, shrubs, roses and vines while still dormant.
• Finish pruning roses. Weed and cultivate lightly all beds. Replenish
mulch as needed.
• Control early spring insects like thrips on glads and aphids on young
tender growth. Spray with Malathion, Diazinon or Orthene.
• At the end of February: peach, apple and pear fruit must be thinned to
insure quality production at harvest.
• Give groundcovers a haircut. They will spread faster.
• Divide daylilies, daisies and other perennials now.
NATIONAL BIRD FEEDING MONTH
During National Bird Feeding Month in February, keep the bird feeders
filled and your binoculars ready.
Bird watching and feeding have become a popular hobby. By providing
basic shelter and seed, hobbyists watch from their windows or along
trails.
• Be sure to feed regularly and place your feeder away from predators.
• Set binoculars near the window for best viewing.
• Obtain a bird book for identifying new species.
Fill up the bird feeder or add one this month. In 1994, Congressman John
Porter established February as National Bird Feeding Month due to the
harsh conditions endured during one of the coldest months of the year.
Use #NationalBirdFeedingMonth to share social media.
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