WaterwoodNeighborhood News

November 2009Issue XI, Volume III

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New Board Members Elected

254 Ballots were cast in the recent WIA BoardRace. There were seven candidates running forfour positions. Two Directors were re-electedand two new Directors were elected.

The following is a list of those elected and thenumber of votes each received:

Dick Hansen 168 votes

John Charlton 165 votes

Donnie Marshall 145 votes

Lisa Aguero 140 votes

The new Board met after the Annual Membershipmeeting. The Board elected officers for the 2009-2010 term.

The Board elected Jack Zimmerman, President;John Charlton, Vice President; Jan Goldsmith,Secretary; Lisa Hayman, Assistant Secretary;and Joe Moore, Treasurer.

The first meeting of the new term will be held inthe WIA Board Room on Monday, November 16,2009. The meeting starts at 9:00 AM.

All Waterwoodians are encourages to attend theBoard meetings and participate in the actions ofyour board in governing our community.

President, Jack Zimmermann called the 2009Annual WIA Membership Meeting order at10:00 a.m. on October 10, 2009 at the WIA Office.Over 60 Waterwoodians attended the meeting.

President Zimmermann announced that thenumber of eligible voters for 2009 were 1010 with10 percent needed for a quorum. A quorum wasdeclared present. 200 voters were declaredpresent in person and proxy.

President Zimmermann announced the resultsof the Directors race. There were 254 validballots received. There were two invalid ballotscast.

President Zimmermann reported on the parkwaymowing and the street light situation. He furtherexplained the WIA financial aspect and whyexpenses were being cut and fees beingincreased.

There being no further business, the meetingwas adjourned at 10:45 a.m.

ANNUAL MEETING

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WATERWOOD OUR HOME

DROUGHT BE GONE

In October 2009, we had rain and rain and rain;we had an election for four WIA Board positions;and we had our annual WIA property ownersmeeting.

HALLOWEEN

Halloween was a fun time in our neighborhood.Donnie Marshall filled a trailer with hay and kids.They went “Trick or Treating” through our streets.

There were lots of decorations throughout ourcommunity. Please see some of these sites onpage 6. We also saw a purple spider crawlingdown the hill on Doral.

WIA BOARD

We have two new WIA Board members, LisaAguerro and Dick Hansen. WNN wishes thosenew members and all of the Board good luck ingoverning WIA business in 2009-2010.

THEY ARE BACK

The last front in October blew the WaterHyacinth into the main lake. It looks like islandsof green floating back and forth in the wind. Theywill probably be with us until a freeze.

CAREFUL WITH YOUR TRASH

Hey folks, we need to be more careful when wethrow the trash into the dumpsters. It costs usmoney to pick up those items that fall out on theground. Also, we are still having those nonWaterwoodians dumping trash.

If you see someone dumping trash without a WIASticker, write down their license plate and makeof vehicle. Call the WIA office, 891-7710, andgive Lisa the information.

HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING

The WNN wishes all of you a very happyThanksgiving.

Have a Blessed and

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2009-10 WIA Committees

WIA President, Jack Zimmermann, announcedthe following Committee assignments for theWIA Board term of 2009-2010.

“Based on the preferences expressed at theinitial Board meeting on October 10, 2009,continuity for certain projects, and the needs ofthe Association, the following assignments forthe next year are made,” Zimmerman advised.

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL BOARD

Chairman: Barry StanleyMember: Lisa AguerroMember: John CharltonMember: Wayne MatthewsMember: Joe Moore

AUDIT/FINANCIAL

Chairman: Tom ReadalMember: Dick HansenMember: Joe Moore

COMMUNITY COMMUNICATIONS

Chairwoman: Lisa AguerroMember: Lisa HaymanWNN Editor John ShidelerWeb Master John Charlton

COMMUNITY SOCIAL EVENTS

Chairwoman: Jan GoldsmithMember: Donnie Marshall

LIAISON TO GOVERNMENT

Chairman: Mike BercuMember: Donnie Marshall

LIAISON TO EMS AND VFD

Chairman: Donnie MarshallMember: Jan Goldsmith

LIAISON TO MUD AND SECURITY

Chairman: Barry StanleyMember: Jimmy Brett

MAINTENANCE

Chairman: Dick HansenMember: Tom Readal

NOMINATIONS

Chairman: John CharltonMember: Jan GoldsmithMember: Walt Ringler

REAL ESTATE

Chairman: Mike BercuMember: Dick Hansen

LAUGHING AT OURSELVESA senior citizen said to his 80-year old buddy:

’So I hear you’re getting married?’ ’Yep!’

’Do I know her?’ ’Nope!’

’This woman, is she good looking?’’Not really.’

’Is she a good cook?’ !’Naw, she can’t cook too well.’

’Does she have lots of money?’’Nope! Poor as a church mouse.’

’Why in the world do you want to marry herthen?’

’Because she can still drive!’

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Waterwood Community Association

Willie Wiginton, Chairman of the WaterwoodCommunity Association (WCA) advises, “The golfcourse and surrounding areas continue toimprove and look better every day.”

The WCA is facing three large expenses early in2010. The annual TRA fee of $10,000.00, forwater usage at the golf course is due January 1,2010.

The irrigation pump motor must be pulled formaintenance in either February or March of 2010.This will cost about $3,000.00.

Before spring, all of the greens will have to becompletely punched and top dressed. The WCAestimates this cost will be between $3,500-4,000.00.

Willie said, “We currently have a financial reservethat should handle these expenses, but it willleave us with an uncomfortable balance.”

Willie further stated, “If our monthly contributionsremain at the current level and we can increaseour membership by 10 – 15, we should be ok,baring any major problems with the irrigationsystem.”

If you would like additional infromation about theWCA, please call Willie Wiginton at 891-7019,Barry Stanley at 8927766, Norton Schump at891-6881 or Andy Wilkie at 891-1175.

Join the WCA and help keep Waterwood andour golf course green.

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One Bad Ghost A Patriotic Jack O' Lantern

Halloween In Waterwood

The Lone Ranger One Bad Dude in a Jack

Three Pumpkins and a LadderThree Ghosts and a Jack

The Waterwood Women’s League (WWL) heldits October Meeting on Oct. 26, 2009. TheWWL attended a book review of RobertFulghum’s book What on Earth Have I Done?The book was reviewed by Ethel Renfrow whohas a unique first person style of presenting.The review was held at the Town TheaterAfter the book review, the WWL went to thePuerto Aventura Restaurant in Huntsville for

their meeting. They discussed ongoingprograms and upcoming events for the yearThese events include the annual SpringGarage Sale, the Aluminum Can CollectionProgram chaired by Letha Stricklan, 936-891-5290, and READ for Scholarships. Books areavailable at the Palmer Realty office on a bookcase located across from the P.O. Boxes.Books only cost $.50.The money raised from all of these activitiesgoes toward our scholarship fund which isused to provide scholarships to localdeserving high school seniors.After our meeting we enjoyed a wonderfulleisurely lunch.

Upcoming Meetings in 2009November 11, 2009 at Grace Baptist Churchwith a demonstration by Sally Charlton oncard making and scrapbooking. Lunch willbe provided by Personal Chef.December 9, 2009 will be a ChristmasLuncheon at Jane Presley’s home with SecretSanta, Lunch provided by Personal Chef.

The Waterwood Women’s League (WWL) heldits October Meeting on Oct. 26, 2009. TheWWL attended a book review of RobertFulghum’s book What on Earth Have I Done?The book was reviewed by Ethel Renfrow whohas a unique first person style of presenting.The review was held at the Town TheaterAfter the book review, the WWL went to thePuerto Aventura Restaurant in Huntsville for

their meeting. They discussed ongoingprograms and upcoming events for the yearThese events include the annual SpringGarage Sale, the Aluminum Can CollectionProgram chaired by Letha Stricklan, 936-891-5290, and READ for Scholarships. Books areavailable at the Palmer Realty office on a bookcase located across from the P.O. Boxes.Books only cost $.50.The money raised from all of these activitiesgoes toward our scholarship fund which isused to provide scholarships to localdeserving high school seniors.After our meeting we enjoyed a wonderfulleisurely lunch.

Upcoming Meetings in 2009November 11, 2009 at Grace Baptist Churchwith a demonstration by Sally Charlton oncard making and scrapbooking. Lunch willbe provided by Personal Chef.December 9, 2009 will be a ChristmasLuncheon at Jane Presley’s home with SecretSanta, Lunch provided by Personal Chef.

Waterwood Women’s League News

The Waterwood Women’s League (WWL) heldits October Meeting on Oct. 26, 2009. The WWLattended a book review of Robert Fulghum’s bookWhat on Earth Have I Done?

The book was reviewed by Ethel Renfrow whohas a unique first person style of presenting. Thereview was held at the Town Theater.

After the book review, the WWL went to thePuerto Aventura Restaurant in Huntsville for theirmeeting. They discussed ongoing programs andupcoming events for the year

These events include the annual Spring GarageSale. Details of this project will be forth coming.

The Aluminum Can Collection Programchaired by Letha Stricklan, 936-891-5290, is nowon going. If you have any cans to donate pleasecall Letha.

The READ for Scholarships program is now inprogress. Books are available at the PalmerRealty office on a book case located across fromthe P.O. Boxes. Books only cost $.50.

The money raised from all of these activities goestoward our scholarship fund which is used toprovide scholarships to local deserving highschool seniors.

After our meeting we enjoyed a wonderful

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After our meeting we enjoyed a wonderfulleisurely lunch.

Upcoming Meetings in 2009

November 11, 2009 at Grace Baptist Church witha demonstration by Sally Charlton on cardmaking and scrapbooking. Lunch will beprovided by Personal Chef.

December 9, 2009 will be a Christmas Luncheonat Jane Presley’s home with Secret Santa, Lunchprovided by Personal Chef.

The WWL has been in existence since 1976. Itspurpose is to aid in the quality of life of the womenof Waterwood and the surrounding areas andto support annual local high school ScholarshipFunds and other charitable endeavors.

WWL is a great way to meet other ladies in thearea, learn something new and give back to thecommunity. Each month we meet at a differentlocation, have an interesting program and enjoya great lunch.

Please contact Tracie Taylor at 936-891-5017 ore-mail her at m45t48c12@aol.com forinformation.

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LAKE LIVINGSTON BIRD HOUSES

The Pidgeon House

The Bird Castle

The Sparrow House

The Bird Hotel

The Old Bird House

The Bird Out House

Waterwood Fall Colors

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