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 Greater Houston Chapter - CAI Weekly Email Newsletter Greetings! Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is the annual celebration of nationhood. It commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. John Hancock, the president of the Second Continental Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration. With its ornate capitals, Hancock's sprawling signature is prominent on the document. Since then, when people are asked for their "John Hancock," they are being asked to sign their names. Join the City of Houston in celebrating America's birthday on Sunday, July 4, 2010 with an explosive concert by country music stars Pat Green, Little Big Town and Cowboy Mouth. Enjoy the largest land-based fireworks show in the nation, presented by Shell, and a lively outdoor festival featuring fun activities for the entire family. Freedom Over Texas with Fireworks Presented by Shell will take place in the heart of downtown at Eleanor Tinsley Park, 500 Allen Parkway, 77002 from 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. For more information, go to www.freedomovertexas.org and to volunteer for the celebration, please visit http://www.houstontx.gov/july4/volunteer.html.
The CAI Office will be closed Monday, July 5th, in observance of the holiday. We look forward to hearing abour the celebrations observed in your neighborhoods. Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday,
Stephanie Ferrante Chapter Executive Director |
Tune in this Friday at 2:00 pm on AM650, or listen live www.650houston.com
What happens when community members work to create a win-win situation? Tune in to Community Spotlight Radio this Friday from 2-3pm (CST) when our guests, University of Houston-Clear Lake representatives Charity Ellis and Lisa Gabriel, and City of Pearland Council member Woody Owens, discuss the unique partnership that started with a dream and will soon bring additional educational opportunities to the Pearland community. Learn about the courses offered, upcoming special events, and excitement around the opening of the University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus this Friday from 2-3pm (CST) on AM650, or listen live on line at www.650houston.com.
Host and Producer: Ron Klinger
If you have questions about the show, our advertising rates, or to join the Radio Committee, please call Committee Chairperson, Dwayne Lowry, CMCA, AMS, at 832-515-0078 |
Take a Manager to Lunch
Wednesday,
July 21, 2010
Sheraton Brookhollow
3000 North Loop West
11:15 A.M. to 1:00 PM
Please plan to join us for our annual, award winning luncheon. Our business partners will host our managers and other management company staff members. They will have the opportunity to learn more about the services of their host business partner.
Matches between managers and business partners MUST be made by the committee only. Reservations are required. Please contact Kathy Free with B&M Construction, Inc. at 713-680-2630 or kfree@bandmconstruction.com.
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2nd Quarter:
Beautification: Submitter: Hilary Chala, Principal Management Group of Houston
Suncreek Estates, POA: Re-invested in the HOA, to ensure proper priced contracts existed, so the "part 2" beatification process could begin. A wonderful welcome entrance with beautiful signage and plants were added. WINNER
Submitter: Erica Plock, Principal Management Group of Houston Longwood Village HOA: Started a tree replacement project where residents could send in donations to buy new trees. Residents donated $5,750. In addition, there is now a tree donation project where trees will be placed in the common areas near the resident's home.
Creative Solutions:
WINNER Submitter: Hilary Chala, Principal Management Group
Suncreek Estates, POA - The "Mow for hay program" has greatly alleviated the financial stress of the POA. Through the effort of board president, George Johnson, who took the time to understand everyone's issues, and now the hundreds of acres are working again for the people of Brazoria County.
Helping Hands:
WINNER
Submitter: Romeo Pena, Homeowner
Great Oaks South - Scholarships are provided to two deserving senior students at Bush High School. Students are chosen based on their involvement in community service.
Click here for the application.
Applicants need not be members of CAI.
Thank you to all that submitted your stories, please keep those cards and letters coming. |
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Mark your Calendars for the 2010 CAI Tradeshow
Friday, September 10, 2010
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sam Houston Race Park
7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway West
Keep your business on track and moving in the right direction with CAI.
Attendees also will have educational opportunities at the Trade Show. Going Green, Reserve Studies, Rights & Responsibilities of Homeowner's Associations, Texas Legislative Update, New Laws on Public Interactive Water Features & Fountains, and Parliamentary Procedures will be offered. The Trade Show is open to the public, so please let all board members and homeowners know about the event.
For more information on booth, bag purchases or sponsorship opportunities and to enroll for our educational seminars, please contact CAI 713/784-5462.
For the 2010 Trade Show contract and registration form, click here or call the CAI office at 713/784-5462.
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Keep us updated
If you have changes to your contact information, please help us keep in touch. Update your information via caionline.org and they'll get the word to the chapter. |
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Texas Legislative Update - August 18th
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Sheraton Brookhollow Hotel, 3000 North Loop West
This seminar is worth 2 hours of continuing education
If history is indeed a good indicator of the future, we are in store for a "barnburner" of a 2011 Legislative Session. Legislators have already vowed to have community associations in their sights, including the right to foreclose and open meetings, just to mention a few. Forewarned is forearmed!
Additionally, we will discuss the major cases decided by the courts over the last year, which include opinions interpreting Section 209 of the Texas Property Code, corporate governance and variances to restrictive covenants.
Speaker: Roy Hailey
Roy D. Hailey is a principal with the law firm of Butler and Hailey, P.C. Mr. Hailey earned his law degree from the South Texas College of Law in 1981 after receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He is board certified in commercial and residential real estate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Hailey has also spoken at seminars on behalf of the State Bar of Texas and the Houston Bar Association regarding property owners' associations. He is a member and former Chairman of the Legal Committee of the Greater Houston Chapter of the Community Associations Institute (GHCCAI) and is a regular lecturer, instructor, and author of articles for the GHCCAI. Mr. Hailey was President of GHCCAI in 1998 and formerly on the Board of Directors. He is also a delegate to the Community Associations Institute's Texas Legislative Action Committee.
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Important message for residents in your community:
Residents who may need transportation assistance during an emergency evacuation are encouraged to register with the Emergency Transportation Assistance Registry with the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM). All persons who have registered for transportation assistance in previous years must re-register for assistance in 2010.
To register, individuals may choose from the following options:
Online registration forms are available on the official City of Houston OEM website www.houstonoem.net. Click on the "Transportation Assistance" tab, complete the form and submit your information Paper registration forms were mailed to individuals who registered in 2009. Call Houston OEM directly at 713-884-4500 Dial 2-1-1, the Texas/United Way Helpline, and follow the instructions provided For more information and helpful tools for disaster preparedness, please see www.readyhoustontx.gov.
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| 2010 Premium Partners
Association Management, Inc., AAMC
WEBSITE
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Daughtry & Jordan, P.C.
WEBSITE
First Bank
Chaparral Management Co., AAMCWEBSITE
Community Association Banc/CondoCerts
WEBSITE
Pools by Dallas, Inc. SILVER - $1,500 AVR Management Consultants, Inc. Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates, Inc. Creative Management Company WEBSITE
Hoover Slovacek, LLP
WEBSITE
Lambright & Associates
WEBSITE
Migura Insurance Agency
WEBSITE
Planned Community Management, Inc., AAMC
Roberts Markel P.C.
SCS Management Services, Inc., AAMC
BRONZE - $1,000
BB&T Association Services (Colonial Bank)
Brookway Horticultural Services
Canady & Canady, P.C. WESBSITE
Embark Tree & Landscaping Services
I.M.S. Landscape Services, Inc.
John B. Cartwright & Associates
WEBSITE
Kraftsman Playground & Park Equipment WEBSITE
Pampered Lawns, Inc. WEBSITE
RealManage
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Sterling Association Services, Inc.
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The Spencer Company
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Treece Law Firm
VanMor Properties, Inc.
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Take a Manager to Lunch
July 21
TLAC Update
August 18
Trade Show
September 10
Advanced Essentials
October 2
Stress Reduction October 20
Successful Collection Techniques
November 17 PDMP Courses
M100
The Essentials of Community Management - October 14-15
M370
Managing Developing Communities - July 15-16 |
Volunteer Opportunity
If you'd like to volunteer for our 2011 Casino Night, please contact Tammy Evans, Planned Community Management at
281/870-0585
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Business Partners, we have sponsorships available for our Educational Seminars. If you're interested in this economical opportunity, call the Chapter Office at 713/784-5462 for more information. |
Fireworks
in Houston and Harris
County
HFD reminds citizens that it is illegal to discharge fireworks or to have fireworks in your possession in the City of Houston. Harris County residents should also be aware that HFD will be enforcing the fireworks ban in the Limited Purpose Annexation areas. The fines are $500-$2,000 for each individual firework. Please visit http;//hcfmo.net/fireworks.aspx
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| The Trade Show is open to the public, please help spread the word. Include the information in your board packets, on employee bulletin boards and websites, or neighborhood magazines.
Educational opportunities offered at The Trade Show this year include:
2:00 p.m. Going Green
2:00 Parliamentary Procedures
3:00 Texas Legislation Update
3:00 Reserve Studies
4:00 p.m. Rights and Responsibilities of HOA Boards
10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Texas Water Rules
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