Current Board Issues and Projects

The following is a list of current and past issues or projects that the board is or has handled. 

Time Frame Issue Status Update Disposition
Nov 2011 Landscaping Assn mgmt company commisioned the removal of dead trees from the median at no cost to the association.  Additional stump grinding is being considered at assn cost. Completed
Nov 2011 Pool Security A comprehensive CCTV system has been installed in the pool/community area to provide security against liability issues and vandalism concerns.  This system will also allow pool management to remotely monitor lifeguards and the pool condition (over filling.)  Assn managment will remotely use the system to monitor on-site contractors and verify work performed/time spent on job.  The system was installed by two board members at a total cost of $3,500. Completed
Nov 2011 Repaint Pool During the winter, the entire pool will be re-painted inside and out (including the fence) for the 2012 season Pool Painted
Winter 2011 Signage Due to changes in Texas law, the errection of a new community sign is being considered in an effort to provide real-time information on events within the community. Exploration of options
Aug 2011 Sound Levels We have performed a sound survey in the Westgate, Eastgate and Southgate sections to provide a base-line of noise levels prior to construction of the Grand Parkway.  The cost was about $4,500. Completed.  Final Report Issued
Winter 2010 Installation of new trees A total of 48 Live Oaks and 2 Crepe Myrtles will be planted on association property during the winter of 2010.  Trees will be installed in the following locations:
Quan Trees Tree Type Section Cross Roads Area Description
1 Live Oak Eastgate Burcan Ct (north end)  In cul-de-sac
2 Crepe Myrtles Eastgate Merrimac Ridge & Thistle Bury In island on both sides of concrete pad
1 Live Oak Eastgate North Castle & Pilgrims Gate On southwest corner
2 Live Oak Eastgate Timberstand Ln & Pilgrims Gate One on northeast corner and one directly at the end of Timbersand on the west side of Pilgrims Gate
3 Live Oak Eastgate Pilgrams Gate Along the east side of the easement
1 Live Oak Crossgate Beckets Crossing In island with mailbox
1 Live Oak Crossgate Linden Manor Ct In cul-de-sac island at end of street
2 Live Oak Crossgate Timberstand (east end) In cul-de-sac island at end of street.  One on each side of the island 90 degrees to timberstand
1 Live Oak Crossgate Kobi Park Ct (north end) In back of cul-de-sac island
3 Live Oak n/a Cross Bridge Dr & Northgate Crossing Blvd Southeast corner diagonal to the school entrance
1 Live Oak n/a Northgate Crossing Blvd In center island of vistor entrance turn-in (south island)
2 Live Oak n/a Northgate Crossing Blvd & north of Crossgate Blvd In islands directly north of Crossgate Blvd
1 Live Oak n/a Crossgate Blvd & west of Northgate Crossging Blvd West corner of CG and NGC
2 Live Oak n/a Crossgate Blvd & I45 access road Directly across from Terry Vaugh RVs in island between dead tree
1 Live Oak Westgate Windsor Chase Ln West end of Windsor Chase Ln in cul-de-sac island
1 Live Oak Westgate Brannon Park Ln West end Brannon Park Ln in cul-de-sac island
3 Live Oak Pool Area Northgate Crossing Blvd One in center island.  One between parking lot and tennis court  walkway.  One between parking lot and Northgate Crossing Blvd (and sisdwalk).
2 Live Oak Pool Area Northgate Crossing Blvd Directly across from pool in the area of the lift station.  One in island directly to the east of the lift station.  One to the left (south) of the lift station where the bushes are/were.
2 Live Oak n/a Northgate Crossing Blvd south of Maple Run In island before power lines.
1 Live Oak n/a Northgate Crossing Blvd south of Maple Run In island
6 Live Oak Southgate NorthBridge Terrace Ln (Reserve C) Two in lot directly facing Pinebridge Park Lane.   One in lot along Shady Lodge Ln.  Remainder (3) in reserve (excluding park area) which is section #28.
1 Live Oak Southgate Shady Lodge & Northbrdige Terrace In Island
2 Live Oak Southgate Pine Bridge Park Ln (entrance) In island 
1 Live Oak Southgate Hazystone Ct In cul-de-sac island
1 Live Oak Southgate Imperial Ivy Ct In cul-de-sac island
2 Live Oak Southgate Green Square Ct (reserve) In reserve lot, one toward front, one toward the back
1 Live Oak Southgate Green Square Ct In cul-de-sac island at end of street
2 Live Oak Southgate Northbridge Terrance Ln (park/reserve) In park
1 Live Oak Southgate Northridge Terrance Ct In cul-de-sac island.

Project Completed.  Due to lack of rain in 2011, we will be replanting trees when Texas decides that we will start raining again.
Winter 2009 Incorrect Roofs Three new homes in Southgate were approved with an incorrect three-tab shingles.  The decision was made to remove the shingles and replace them with architectural shingles. The association paid $7,500 of the replacement cost and the builder paid the remainder of the cost.
Winter 2009 Pool Repairs Pool plastering is expected to occur on Dec 12th or 13th.
Pool Replaster 1
Pre-plastering of the pool
The pool was re-plastered on Dec 12th and 13th.  Photos of the refinishing process:


The pool has been re-filled and is ready for the 2010 season!
Winter 2008 Pool Shade Covers The pool shade covers have been replaced due to hurricane damage. Shade covers have been replaced.
Fall 2009 Pool Furniture Due to ongoing degradation of the pool chairs and lounges, the decision was to have the current furniture repaired / re-strapped and the purchase of 6 new lounges and 12 new chairs. Repairs have been approved.
Fall/Winter 2009 Evaluate the possible implementation of fine structure for on-going violations The original fine policy filing was discovered and will be implemented as filed.  Residential design guidelines will first be drafted and the program will be formally mailed to homeowners as either part of the assessment or annual board meeting mailing. A new guideline is expected be released in 2010 at the time of the annual meeting.  All home owners will receive a copy of this new set of guidelines at the time when the fine policy is implemented.
Summer/Fall 2009 Sale and build out of the remaining ~35 lots in Southgate and two lots in Crossgate Lakewood builder meet with the board during the August board meeting to discuss approvals for three house plans that currently do not meet standards.  Two lots as of Aug 20th were pre-sold and building should start in the September time frame.  The lots in Westgate will not be developed as part of this arrangement. Approval to start building on three of the Five-O lots has been granted and will start very soon.  The majority of plans submitted have been approved.  Three large square foot plans will be voted on by home owners in Southgate section 11 and 12.  As of Dec 09, voting is being completed in southgate.
Summer 2009 Determine solution for dead trees on Assn and county property. 42 trees are marked for removal.  The county removed a number of trees that were located in the county right-of-way saving the HOA potentially several hundred dollars in removal costs.  A final bid has been approved for the removal of the remaining trees. Affected trees have been removed.  It is possible in the future that additional trees will be removed, along with stump removal.
Spring/Summer 2009 Feb 2009 - Homeowners report ATV Traffic over Reserve C (pipeline easement) coming through the neighborhood and over residents lawns.   This project is now completed.

Winter/Spring 2009 Repairs to monuments and fences caused due to Sept 2008 hurricane. All repairs except for a small portion along the Hardy toll road have been completed. Completed