Unfortunately, we have had to delay the pool opening due to construction and repairs which have taken longer than expected. The pool will open to all homeowners on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation while we work to improve the pool for all residents of McKendree Park.
The McKendree Park HOA Board of Directors would like to remind homeowners of several Deed Restriction concerns which have stood out during recent community inspections:
Parking
We have observed an increase in parking violations around the neighborhood. Vehicles may not be parked facing the wrong way on the street as this creates a safety hazard. Parking in driveways in a way that obstructs the sidewalk is also prohibited. Blocking the sidewalk leaves pedestrians with no option but to walk in the roadway, which creates a safety hazard especially around the sharp turns throughout the neighborhood. Blocking the sidewalk can also cause access issues for wheelchair users.
We would like to remind homeowners that obstructing the sidewalk is a violation of the McKendree Park Deed Restrictions (Article VI, Section C) as well as State Law (Transportation Code 545.302). Vehicles that obstruct the sidewalk are subject to being fined by McKendree Park and ticketed by law enforcement. These rules will be strictly enforced both by the McKendree Park HOA as well as by our Constable’s deputies.
Lawn Care & Exterior Maintenance
We would like to remind homeowners about the importance of lawn care and exterior home maintenance. Lawns must be maintained regularly and trees should be trimmed throughout the year as needed. We recommend that sprinkler systems be checked and serviced prior to the summer season. Many sprinkler backflow preventers failed and sprinkler heads cracked during our hard freeze in January, which can cause flooding and water waste if the problem is not addressed. Fences around the community are starting to show their age as well. We ask that homeowners take action to replace broken fence pickets and gate doors as needed. We appreciate all homeowners’ efforts to help keep our property values high.
Safety
The Board of Directors works closely with the Harris County Constable’s Office to ensure that McKendree Park remains a safe place to live and play. Homeowners can help with this by reporting any suspicious activity to the deputies by calling 281-463-6666. Homeowners are also encouraged to install dusk-to-dawn lighting. Many automatic light timers are available for under $35 which can be used to light the exterior of your home during certain hours. A well-lit community is a safe community!
Littering
Unfortunately, we have noticed an increase in littering around the community. Candy wrappers, drink bottles, and household garbage have been discarded around sidewalks and common areas. Litter can be swept away by rainwater, which can cause drainage issues and flooding during heavy rain. We are working with Horsepen Bayou MUD to have trash cans installed around the exercise track to help with this. Please help us keep McKendree Park beautiful by collecting any garbage you see while walking through the community.
Trash Days
Trash is picked up every Monday and Thursday. We would like to remind homeowners that trash may only be placed outside for collection the evening before collection day. Trash cans must be removed from sight the same evening of collection. Storing trash cans against garages or outside fences is not acceptable – all trash cans must be stored completely out of view, either behind your fence or inside your garage.
We have also observed several homes in the community placing trash out on Sunday for Monday’s collection. This must be avoided as placing trash out early creates an unsightly appearance for homeowners who may have visitors on Sunday. We ask that all homeowners observe this rule as it will be strictly enforced.
The Board of Directors thanks everyone in advance for their cooperation and understanding as we work hard to make McKendree Park a great place to live.
Horsepen Bayou MUD has informed us that work on the detention pond is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 3, Contractors will be working over the coming 2-3 months to improve drainage in the area and to replace the trees near the NOV property which were removed last year. The west side of the exercise track will be closed at times as the work takes place. This work will take place during business hours, 5 days a week, during which there may be more than the usual amount of noise as excavators and other machinery will be used.
This post will serve as formal notice of the Annual Homeowners Association Meeting of the McKendree Park Homeowners Association. Please contact PMG at 713-329-7100 should you have any questions.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
October 20, 2016
PLACE: Lee Elementary School
12900 W Little York Rd
Houston, TX 77041
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
A G E N D A
I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
II. INTRODUCTION OF BOARD MEMBERS AND MANAGEMENT:
Board Members
Principal Management Group: Rebecca Malarcher, Manager
Sgt. D. Hauer – Constable’s Office
Glenn Peters – President of Horsepen Bayou MUD
III. APPROVAL OF 2015 MEETING MINUTES
IV. FINANCIAL REPORT
V. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Beautification Committee
VI. ELECTION OF DIRECTOR (Election Procedures)
One vacancy – for a term of three years.
Nominations from the floor
Introduction of Nominees
Voting
VII. OPEN FORUM
VIII. ELECTION RESULTS
X. Adjournment
The Horsepen Bayou MUD has recently started a drainage improvement project in the detention pond and park area on the west side of McKendree Park. The brush in this area will be cleared so that the ditch which carries NOV’s runoff to West Little York can be re-graded.
The McKendree Park detention pond will also be re-graded in order to improve drainage as well as to reduce areas where mosquitos can breed. The material removed during this process will be moved to the west side of the detention pond area, where a berm will be constructed.
Trees and shrubs will also be planted in order to hide the NOV industrial area from our neighborhood. The MUD estimates completion of the project in early spring of 2017.
Your HOA board will continue to monitor progress and will post updates here as they become available. Please feel free to Contact Us should you have any questions.