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Have you paid your

Annual membership dues? Pay online at:

www.braeswoodplace.org Next Board Meeting: Thursday, September 14, 7pm St. Vincent de Paul, Jamail Family Center

Of Special Interest: National Night Out – pg. 4 Farmers Market – pg. 9

Index: President’s Message1 Calendar/Reminders2 Security 3 Membership 4 National Night Out 4 Project Brays 4 Brays Bayou 5 Remember When 5 Dog Reminders 6 Little Library 6 McGovern Library 6 BPMC 7 Longfellow Elem 7 Twain Elem 8 Pershing MS 8 Yard of Month 9 Farmers Market 9 Advertisers 10-17 Contact Info 18

While reviewing the neighborhood happenings this month, I was once again struck by how many wonderful programs and volunteers we have. A call went out for dog leashes and collars with over 100 donated, see page 5, our Little Free Library is branching out into a book club, see page 6; more have adopted the new esplanades to aid maintenance; Sustainers and Supporters donations continue to rise, see page 4. I sure am lucky to have you as neighbors! Join us in celebration during National Night Out, see page 4. Also note that Brays Bayou Association has rescheduled its meeting about flooding and drainage issues. See page 5 for the details. Back to School Traffic fun has begun! With more neighborhood activity in the morning and afternoon, please be cognizant of pedestrian crosswalks and of children and families walking and biking. More cars parking temporarily near the schools for drop-off and pickup can make it more difficult to see children. Keep in mind there are two school zones on Academy. Slow down. Budget more time to get to your destination. Thank you for your mindfulness in keeping our neighborhood safe. Membership Thank you to the many neighbors who have already paid their annual BPHA dues. If you have done so yet have not received a Constable Patrol Member sign placed in your front yard, please call or email the BPHA office to notify us. For those who have not yet paid, a second invoice has been mailed. Please be on the lookout for it and pay your dues promptly! Dues received by the association sustain many of the programs that keep our community one of the safest, most desirable neighborhoods in Houston. Programs include the Constable Patrol, architectural review and deed restriction enforcement, mosquito fogging, esplanade beautification, and many others – all of which support the value of your investment. Storm Sewers Be a good neighbor and keep the storm sewers clear of debris. Sticks, newspapers, leaves, grass clippings, etc. do not belong in our storm sewers. The storm sewers need to be free of debris in order to properly transport our neighborhood watershed to the bayou. Pershing Recycle Bins Pershing expresses gratitude for utilizing the large recycle bins to aid fundraising. Pershing also asks you not to leave materials about the bins when they are full as the recycler will not collect anything not placed inside the bins. Before placing in the bin, boxes should be flattened and personal information such as labels should be removed. These extra materials leave the area looking unsightly, so please recycle from home, deliver to a City collection point, or wait until the Pershing bins are empty and ready again to collect recycling.

SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION – SLOW DOWN!

Sentinel

September 2017

President’s Message

by Michael L. Kent

Braeswood Place Homeowners Association A Deed-Restricted Community 4010 Blue Bonnet Suite 112 Houston, TX 77025 713-666-7248 BPHA@sbcglobal.net

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BPHA BOARD MEETING Thursday, September 14 – 7 pm

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church,

6800 Buffalo Speedway, Jamail Family Center

Residents are welcome to attend and observe Board meetings. We designate the first 15 minutes of BPHA Board meetings for “Open Feedback” by BPHA members who register in advance to speak. To register, members must call the BPHA Office, 713-666-7248, by 2 pm, Wednesday, September 13. The 15 minutes will be divided equally among the registered speakers with 5-minute maximum time for each.

BPHA CALENDAR OF EVENTS September and October

Mon Sept 4 LABOR DAY, No COH services, BPHA

office closed Tues Sept 5 No Tuesday trash pick up Wed Sept 6 Tuesday trash pick up Wed Sept 6 Recycle North of BB Thurs Sept 14 Recycle South of BB Thurs Sept 14 BPHA Board Meeting Mon Sept 18 Sentinel Deadline for October Mon Sept 18 TREE Heavy Trash South of BB Tues Sept 19 BBA Meeting *NOTE SPECIAL DATE Tues Sept 26 PIP Meeting, 7 pm, Aramco Bldg. Thurs Sept 28 Recycle South of BB ************************************************** Tues Oct 3 Recycle North of BB Tues Oct 3 National Night Out Thurs Oct 12 Recycle South of BB Mon Oct 16 JUNK Heavy Trash South of BB Mon Oct 16 Sentinel Deadline for November Mon Oct 16 BBA Meeting Tues Oct 17 Recycle North of BB Tues Oct 17 JUNK Heavy Trash North of BB Tues Oct 24 PIP Meeting, 7 pm, Aramco Bldg. Thurs Oct 26 Recycle South of BB Tues Oct 31 Recycle North of BB BB-Brays Bayou; BW-Braeswood; BBA-Braes Bayou Association; BSN-Braeswood Super Neighborhood; KYP-Karl Young Park; SL-Stella Link; SVDP-St. Vincent de Paul

BUILDER’S PLEDGE OF MAINTENANCE

Each month, Builders agree to participate in BPHA’s Construction Guidelines and Pledge of Maintenance while constructing and remodeling homes in our area. By signing the pledge, these companies agree to follow a number of guidelines that make their construction site more “neighbor friendly”. We appreciate the builders’ commitment to our neighborhood!

3758 Drummond – Acorn Builders 3734 Drummond - Morris Hullinger Design Build

4042 Dumbarton - Onpoint Custom Homes 3507 Merrick - Lacon Homes

3658 Blue Bonnet - Roberson Building Group

LOST OR FOUND A PET?

Contact the Braeswood Place Pet Rescue Group!

www.braeswoodpets.com Tim Hebert – timh@friendsofbarc.org

713-446-0574 Founded in 2007, we have rescued over 800 cats

and dogs. Please spread the word to your neighbors who have yet to join our effort. No cost,

no obligations. What a deal!

“Finding homes for homeless animals and pets for petless homes”

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTICE

Before beginning new construction, remodeling, or adding a room, driveway, or garage, you must submit three sets of plans for BPHA deed restriction review. There is a $200 fee for renovation plan review and a $500 fee for new construction plan review.

ADVERTISER NOTICE

The Braeswood Place Homeowners Association does not endorse nor recommend Sentinel advertisers. Before con-tracting for service, check references and recommenda-tions from independent sources.

IMPORTANT REMINDER! PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET! DISEASES ARE IN DOG FECES AND

CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BOTH PETS AND HUMANS!

Constable Patrol Statistics July 2017

Auto Accidents 2 Alarm Responses 24 Animal Related 0 Assault 0 Burglary of a Residence 0 Burglary of a Vehicle 0 Checks of Businesses 11 Checks of Park 9 Checks of Residences 728 Checks of Schools 6 Checks on Welfare of Person 5 Criminal Mischief/Disturbance 4 Medical Emergency 0 Meet with Residents 469 Missing Person 0 Open Door/Window Checks 6 Solicitor Complaints 2 Stolen Vehicles 0 Stranded Motorists 0 Suspicious Persons 8 Suspicious Vehicles 19 Thefts 3 Traffic (arrests, citations, stops, warnings) 73 Vacation Watches 962 Warrants/Writs Served 0

Miles Patrolled 6,552

School has

started.

Slow Down!

SECURITY UPDATE by Steve Anton

Things our deputies want you to know

Our 5 deputies know a lot about preventing crime, and they see many ways to improve our safety and quality of life. Let’s follow their advice.

Traffic:

The red signs stay ‘Stop.’ They don’t say ‘Yield’ or ‘Slow’. Although the speed limit is 20 or 30 mph, slow down on streets with

cars parked along the curb — kids unpredictably can dart out into your path. Obey the speed limits or go even slower.

Pay attention to the No Parking signs on streets near the schools. If there is an emergency, particularly during carpool hours, emergency equipment cannot get through to save lives or property.

Do not block a public or private driveway. Stay at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant, 20 feet away from a crosswalk at an intersection, and 30 feet from any stop sign, yield sign, flashing beacon or other signal. And the boundaries are even wider near the fire station.

Observe the speed limits — children are oblivious to traffic.

Home Security:

Many burglaries occur at homes that have good security systems which were left unarmed. If you have an alarm, use it every time.

Have your alarm company notify the Constable’s office for a quicker response to a break-in.

Dogs are a big deterrent, especially when the dog is inside. Make sure your garage door is closed at night. (Buy a Garage Butler) Whenever possible, but especially during vacations, arrange for

packages to be delivered to another location or have them picked up with the mail on a daily basis.

Install good outdoor lighting, motion-activated lighting and cameras. Be sure to leave a lamp or other lights on inside when you’re away.

Since most burglars enter from the back of the house, consider in-stalling security films that make breaking glass more difficult.

Record the serial numbers of all of your valuables and take photos.

Personal Security:

Keep an eye on children walking alone. Walking in groups is better. Meet your neighbors and know them on a personal basis. Pay attention to your surroundings when you get out of your car. Even when you’re at home, get in the habit of looking out your win-

dows often, and pay attention to what is happening on your block. Don’t hesitate to call us about any suspicious vehicle or person. And

be sure to give the dispatcher a detailed description. Check on elderly neighbors and family members during the hottest

and coldest months of the year.

Protecting Vehicles:

Lock your car. It seems obvious, but many people don’t do this. Don’t leave valuables in your car, including power cords. Whenever possible, don’t park in the street. Use your driveway.

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BPHA MEMBERSHIP UPDATE – SUPPORTERS AND SUSTAINERS

Thanks to our 2017-2018 Patron, Sustaining and Supporting Members! The Patron, Sustainer and Supporter membership program gives our generous neighbors an opportunity to add $300+ (Patron level), $200 (Sustainer level) or $100 (Supporter level) to our normal membership dues. The BPHA Board of Directors would like to thank all of these generous neighbors for being special contributors. Please see the list below in recognition of these special donors. Sustainers ($200+) Diana & Ed Diaz Sam & Caroline Chase Scott & Stacey Butler Bob Eby Louise Levien Joe & Lisa Louis Catherine & Chris Hanslik Brian & Lisa Silver

Jonna & James Miller Andrea & Donnie Blanton Kathie & Milton Magness Tiffany & William Hawkins Lalitha & Venkat Raman David & Polly Roth Wesley & Deidre Vick Gil & Ann Radtke Juan & Alicia Hartsfield

Ken & Karen Redding Supporters ($100+) Lastenia Pineda Richard Larrabee Louise Carlson Corrections from last month: Paul Coleman & Terry Blasdel Mary & Mark Beshears Apologies!

TIME TO SIGN UP TO HOST A NATIONAL NIGHT OUT GATHERING!

by Fabia Hill It’s easy to host a NNO gathering as the gatherings are normally informal. A gathering can be anything from a BBQ, food truck, a dessert pot-luck, or drinks and watermelon. Plus the constable patrol will make the rounds that evening to different gatherings. The blocks already signed-up to have parties are:

4000 Aberdeen 3100 Castlewood 3800 Drummond

4000-4100 Drummond 4000 Durness

4100 Falkirk 3300-3500 Grennoch

3800 Grennoch 3200-3500 Merrick

If your block is not on this list, please consider organizing a gathering! To sign-up to host a gathering or if you have any questions please contact Fabia Hill at fabiahill@gmail.com.

PROJECT BRAYS

By Billy Pilgrim On August 10, HCFCD reported that the Project Brays contract from Bertner in the TMC to 2,200 feet upstream of Buffalo Speedway was 95% complete and was scheduled to finish by the end of the month. The next (second to last) contract start was delayed for several weeks due to rescinding of the low bidder’s contract award by the Harris County Commissioner’s Court at its monthly meeting on July 11. HCCC awarded the contract to the second low bidder. The contractor, Quest Civil Constructors, began by installing pollution prevention items and completing survey activities. Channel reconstruction began on August 14 just west of the Bevlyn Street outfall to the Stella Link Bridge with removal of the existing asphalt trail and trees located within the District right-of-way construction area. The trail will be closed to all traffic along the south bank during this segment of this contract. Completion of this contract from 2,200 feet upstream of Buffalo Speedway to 2,900 feet upstream of South Rice is scheduled for completion in August, 2018. Replacement of the Buffalo Speedway Bridge is still scheduled to begin in July, 2018 and complete in August, 2019.

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BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING by Charles Goforth

As you may recall, this meeting which was scheduled in June had to be cancelled due to Tropical Storm Cindy. The September BBA meeting will be departing from a long standing tradition of convening on the third Mon-day of the month in order to host this event. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 19 at 7:30 pm at 4300 W. Belfort (Willow Meadows Baptist Church). Speakers include Russ Poppe, Executive Director of the Harris County Flood Control District and Steve Costello, Chief Resilience Officer "Flood Czar" for the City of Houston. Discussion and conversation will focus on how the city, county and other entities DO work together towards achieving the goal of reducing the risk of flooding in the Brays Bayou Watershed. We will also ad-dress the misconceptions regarding the coordination between the city/county and the effects one project might have on another. There will be updates on Project Brays and possible future flood risk reduction opportunities. There will also be information and updates from additional experts regarding real estate impact, elevation grants and Flood Plain maps. If you have any concerns or doubts about flooding or drainage issues, this is the oppor-tunity to have them addressed!

REMEMBER WHEN? by Germaine Welch

Have you ever wondered about a quiet residential street named Glen Haven Boulevard beginning at the South Main Corridor, breaking at Kirby, beginning again at Buffalo Speedway? It was named after Glenn “King of the Wildcatters” McCarthy. Born in 1907 near Spindletop, by eight years old he worked for 50 cents an hour taking water to oil field roughnecks. He attended Tulane University on a football scholarship, injured a leg, and later attended Texas A&M and Rice Institute dropping out to start his own oil business. Between 1931 and 1942 he struck oil 38 times. By 1949 he had 400 producing wells and an estimated wealth of $2,000,000. When the country clubs of Houston banned his membership, he borrowed money to build the Shamrock Hotel at a cost of $21 million. It opened on St. Patrick’s Day 1949 with 18 stories, and 1,100 rooms decorated in 63 shades of green. It was the biggest and finest hotel in Houston boasting a swimming pool so large you could water ski in it. McCarthy had private trains and his Hughes’ plane would bring celebrities from all over the world for the grand opening. An estimated 50,000 people lined Main Street to watch yellow convertibles convey his guests for the biggest party Houston had ever seen. Described by Time Magazine (1986) as a “Hollywood version of a Mississippi River gambler” with “a brawler’s shoulder-swinging walk” he was the hard-drinking, quick to anger oilman who inspired Edna Ferber’s novel and subsequent movie Giant. But his wealth did not last. He sold the Shamrock to Hilton Hotels in 1954 to be destroyed 1987 while 20,000 Houstonians watched what someone called an Irish Wake. In the end, McCarthy was quoted as saying “The oil business made the state of Texas and the Shamrock filled it in.” (Historic Houston Streets by Marks Hinton; N.Y. Times Obituaries; chron/local/history/houston; L.A. Times, 1986).

HAPPY UPDATE FOR LEASHES AND COLLARS CALL OUT!

As you may recall, Good Neighbor Melissa Aldrich asked neighbors to donate extra dog leashes and collars for a spay and neuter clinic in Mexico. Neighbors answered the call! Melissa writes “Many thanks for putting out the request for donations of new and used dog collars and leashes. Braeswood Place residents donated over 100! There were so many that the original transit plan to ship them to a California P.O. Box was replaced with another friend traveling to Mexico taking them in a big suit-case. Thanks to all for an overwhelming response. So many dogs will now leave the clinic with com-fortable walking attire!”

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LITTLE FREE LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP by Susan Gallagher

If you are a lover of good books and would like to join in discussions about them, consider joining the newly formed BPHA Little Free Library/Book Discussion Group sponsored by the Little Free Library on Gramercy Street. Our first book will be The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal and the first discussion will take place on Monday, October 9 from 6:15 to 7:45 pm at the McGovern-Stella Link Library Large Conference Room. Please read the book in advance of the discussion so that you can participate. Someone will facilitate the conversation using questions supplied by the author. Joiners will have the opportunity to become familiar with some great books while getting to know Braeswood Place neighbors. To RSVP or for further information contact Susan Gallagher at susan.m.galla@gmail.com or 713-660-9530 or Kathie Magness at mkmagness@comcast.net or 713-660-9245. We look forward to having you join us!!

McGOVERN STELLA LINK NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY M & W 12-8 pm; Tu & Th 10 am-6 pm; Fri 1-5 pm; Sat 10am-5 pm; Sun-CLOSED, 832-393-2630

Special Events in September: Family Movie: September 2 at 10:30 am. Labor Day: September 4. Library Closed.

Library Services: Houston Public Library now offers a convenient way to reserve a spot in line to apply for a passport. Visit

houstonlibrary.org/passports to get in the virtual line and to learn about the documents and forms of payment you will need to bring the day you are ready to process. Passport Service Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 12-7 pm; Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 am-5 pm; Saturdays 10 am-4 pm.

Notary Service Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 12:30 – 7:30 pm; Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30 am – 5:30 pm; Fridays 1:30–4:30 pm; Saturdays 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Adult Programs: Language classes: ESL Class: Mondays at 6 pm; Mango Languages: Tuesdays at 10am; Chinese: Thursdays

at 10 am; Open Job Lab: Thursdays at 10 am; Computer classes: Microsoft Office: Basic Classes Tuesdays at 1:30 pm; Microsoft Office: Intermediate classes Thursday at 1:30 pm; Internet Basics: Mondays at 12 pm; Fifty Plus Computer Club: Wednesdays at 1:30 pm; Computación Básica: Fridays at 1 pm; Citizenship Class: First Friday of month at 1 pm; E-book Basics: Wednesday, September 20 at 12 pm and 6 pm; Needlework Club – Saturday, September 2, 16 and 30.

Children’s Programs: Tune Time (1-5 years): Mondays and Wednesdays at 1pm; Pajama Storytime: Wednesdays at 7 pm; Baby

Storytime: Resumes on August 15-Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am; Toddler Storytime: Tuesdays at 11 am; Preschool Storytime: Thursdays at 11 am.

DANGEROUS DISEASE DETECTED! PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG! There is a bacteria found in dog feces called Clostridium. It can cause botulism and is highly transmittable to humans as well as to other pets. Children can step in this and very easily catch this disease. Please remember to be a good neighbor and pick up after your dog. It is easy to buy rolls of pet waste baggies at pet stores or use produce baggies from the grocery store. Remember, not only is this against the law but it is jeopardizing the health of children, adults and other pets in the neighborhood. Thank you!

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BRAESWOOD PLACE MOMS CLUB by Kristin Horn, President

Well it is sad to say……summer is officially over. Booooooooo! However, BPMC always saves many fun events for the fall. With Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner, you can count on a great lineup of fall festivities to come. LAST MONTH: Thank you Nalley Conley and Sara Reader for hosting the Union Kitchen Happy Hour on August 3. It was a wonderful event and a perfect way to celebrate the upcoming school year. Once again, thank you Margaret Vinson with Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, for sponsoring this fun filled ladies’ night. Thank you Jody Martin for introducing our group to California Pizza Kitchen and their kid friendly pizza and sundae making event. Last but not least, the second round of kids baked up a storm at Moeller’s Bakery. Oh those cookies are so yummy, especially fresh out of the oven. UPCOMING EVENTS:

Pump it Up - Saturday, September 16 at 10 am Total Wine Tasting Event - Thursday, September 21 at 6:30 pm

BABY NEWS: We finally had a baby born in the group. Congratulations to Amy and Ryan Siegfried who welcomed baby Rex on June 29. Amy and Ryan have lived in Braeswood for a while, but are new to parenting. Please welcome them to parenthood and Amy to the group next time you see them. MOMMY MEALS*: Did you just have a baby and cannot bear the thought of cooking up dinner? Let our group shower your family with FOUR meals after the birth of your child. Email Amy Nilsen Scaff at anilsen@bakerwotring.com. *Please remember that members are encouraged to provide at least one meal during the calendar year. This is also a great way to meet new friends in the neighborhood. MEMBERSHIP: Not currently a member and want to get in on the action? Simply email me at kristinchorn@gmail.com if you are interested in joining our group. For access to the Facebook page, contact Cricket DeWalch at cricket@dewalchfamily.com. SPONSORS: We are always looking for event sponsors. As a sponsor you are welcome to place promotional signage at events and will be mentioned in The Sentinel. Please contact Kristin Horn at kristinchorn@gmail.com for more information. BABYSITTERS: Do you or your child want to babysit? Moms are always looking for great sitters. Please contact Shell Jenkins at shelljenkins@ymail.com, if you would like to be added to the contact list.

LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL by Jessica Evans

Welcome back to school! We look forward to an exciting school year! Longfellow will hold a Grandparents Day Luncheon on Friday, September 8. Grandparents or other family members are invited to come to school and have lunch with your grandchild. Check with teacher or school for specific lunch times. On Thursday, September 14 at 6 pm, Longfellow will hold an Open House. This is a great opportunity to come and see your child's classroom, meet other families, and hear from your child's teachers about all the great things planned for the year. On Tuesday, September 19 at 8:30 am, parents are invited to a coffee with the principal. Do not forget to mark your calendars for holidays on Monday, September 4 (Labor Day) and Friday September 22 (Fall Holiday). Also please remember to join the PTA --membership is open to parents, teachers AND community members. Supporting the PTA with your membership fee is an easy way to support your neighborhood school. To stay up to date with Longfellow news and events you can follow us on Facebook or Twitter or check out the Longfellow website.

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MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY by Sara Gladden, PTO Publicity Co-Chair

The 2017-2018 school year is off to a great start! The Back to School Rumble was held the week prior to school starting and was a huge hit. Students and parents had a chance to see the classrooms, meet their teachers, catch up with old friends, make new friends and purchase school uniforms. Thank you to everyone who volunteered at the event. With the new school year comes the return of morning and afternoon traffic. Please drive carefully and refrain from using your cell phones. Remember to be courteous to our neighbors, allowing them ample room to access their driveways. September events: 9/7: Open House; 5:30-8 pm. Mark Twain parents are encouraged to attend. Classroom teachers will present important information about their class, including procedures, expectations, communication, and curriculum. Specialists, including our Literary Development Center teachers and ancillary staff will also provide overviews of their programs. 9/13: PTO Meeting; 8 am. All parents are invited to attend. 9/21: Early dismissal 9/22: Teacher service day; NO SCHOOL 9/25: International Dinner; 5:30-7 pm in the cafeteria. Please contact Fabia Hill at fabiahill@gmail.com for more information or with any questions regarding the dinner.Save the date! Mark your calendar for the Spooky Spectacular Fall Carnival on Saturday, October 21. More information to come in next month’s Sentinel. Please visit www.marktwainpto.org for additional information and updates.

PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL by Beth Lane

Welcome back! We are looking forward to another great year at Pershing. Sign up to receive the weekly Panda Post newsletter at pershingpto.org. UPCOMING DATES Monday 9/4 Labor Day (no school) Tuesday 9/5 PTO-Parent information meeting at 6:30 pm Pershing Open House : 6th grade - 9/12 at 6 pm; 7th and 8th grade - 9/14 at 6 pm Friday 9/22 Fall Holiday Tuesday 10/3 PTO parent meeting at 8:30 am Pershing Middle School invites you to become a Corporate Campaign partner and enrich the educational experience of each child by making a tax-deductible donation to the Pershing PTO for classroom, student, teacher and technology support, curriculum enrichment, staff appreciation, and facility enhancements. Please contact Linda Barcot at LinBarcot@gmail.com or 832-217-8581 for more information, or to give her a lead of an area business to reach out to. GET CONNECTED Pershing Middle School's Official website - http://www.PershingMS.org Pershing PTO's website (Sign up to receive the weekly Panda Post) - pershingpto.org Pershing Middle School Twitter page - https://twitter.com/PershingPandas Pershing PTO's Twitter page - https://twitter.com/PershingMS_PTO Pershing Middle School's Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Pershing-Middle-School-144190612349503/PE

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YARD OF THE MONTH by Jackie Addington

Braeswood Place has true environmental treasures at work in their garden at 7518 Prestwick. Maria and James McAdams' efforts to make the world a better place is demonstrated in so many ways. They are the guardians of the creek that flows behind their lot and the two on either side by clearing it of debris, mowing its banks, and planting butterfly and bee friendly plants. They have built a specially designed monarch butterfly sanctuary and recycle the milkweed and other plants they grow for the larvae and newly hatched monarchs. In the past three months they have released over 90 butterflies and we counted over 36 soon to emerge from their pupal stage. Benches, water features, a labyrinth, and well placed rocks are provided for the human species. Passion flowers are artfully arranged in the front yard for the gulf fritillary butterflies. Come hear more about this lovely, serene garden on September 25 when Maria will share her recycle, reuse, and repurpose philosophy to the Garden Club at 3803 Tartan Lane. The club will be visiting this garden soon.

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A FARMERS MARKET NEAR US?

Not far from Braeswood Place is a weekly Farmers Market in Meyerland. Held on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at the corner of Beechnut and Chimney Rock (8601 Chimney Rock), this quaint market is not to be missed. Keep in mind that it is not the biggest farmer’s market in town but great quality foods and products can be found here and it is just down the street from our neighborhood. Remember to bring your own shopping bags!

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Pay attention, because in all likelihood this problem will happen to you. And most are not prepared.

One of my client-couples, who were nearing retirement, paid me a visit. Their finances were in excellent order. From a lifetime of work, the couple had built up substantial personal wealth, had social security as well as a small pension from the wife’s job as a nurse.

So why were they worried?

Because those social security and pension checks, while nice to have, would not be enough to cover their living expenses in retirement.

That’s where the accumulated wealth kicks in. No problem, right?

Problem. Despite their affluence, the couple didn’t know how to go from accumulating wealth to distributing it to themselves. They had all these accounts (IRAs, brokerage, savings, etc.). But how could they take those and turn them into a monthly income to live on, after the paychecks stopped coming in?

I reminded them that this was good problem to have, and an easy one to solve. There are various approaches. The one I recommend is called the “Paycheck System.”

Periodically, in a market-wise, tax-wise fashion, we identify enough of your assets to liquidate to cover living expenses for the next six months. Then we have the broker send you regular checks, either monthly or every two weeks, just like when you were working.

While this is happening, your dividends and interest payments keep getting reinvested at your appropriate risk tolerance, just like when you were working. When the next six-month period approaches, we do the same thing again.

The Paycheck System makes for a very seamless transition from work to retirement. And that’s important, because it lets you start enjoying retirement right away!

Contact PARTNERSINWEALTH President (and Braeswood Place homeowner) Jim Waters, CFP®, at 713.964.4028 or jrw@partnersinwealth.com.

Are You Ready for when the Paychecks Stop Coming?

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BRAESWOOD PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION www.braeswoodplace.org

OFFICERS President Michael Kent 713-398-9444 trapper.kent@live.com Vice Pres. East Steve Anton 713-392-3400 hallmarkpr@gmail.com Vice Pres. Central James Baker 832-309-5830 jpbhome4@gmail.com Vice Pres. West Todd Nunnally 713-664-7332 todd@nunnallys.net Treasurer Mary Beshears 832-287-5216 beshears_houston@msn.com Secretary Jason Marsack 713-927-2290 jason.marsack@gmail.com DIRECTORS Director Area # 1 Mike Pepchinski 281-507-0010 mppgch@sbcglobal.net Director Area # 2 Darrin Schlegal 713-397-2371 dschlegel@velaw.com Director Area # 3 Drake Terrell 713-557-6000 drake@heritagetexas.com Director Area # 4 Dennis Barrow 713-659-6400 dennisbarrow@warejackson.com Director Area # 5 Bob Eby 713-664-6706 bobeby@gmail.com Director Area # 6 Rob Clark 281-467-1131 rob.clark@imsgtx.com Director Area # 7 Catherine Hanslik 713-898-0992 thehansliks@sbcglobal.net Director Area # 8 David & Rui Roberts 713-665-6979 ruiroberts7@yahoo.com Director Area # 9 Jerry McClain 713-203-6934 JCM2000@swbell.net Director Area # 10 Stephen Liss 713-615-6073 stephen@law-liss.com Director Area # 11 Eileen Debo 713-661-9837 John.e@sbcglobal.net Director Area # 12 Steve Alley 281-705-7449 stevealley@mac.com COMMITTEE CHAIRS Appearance Jack Stopnicki 713-299-5556 jack@ticket-stop.com Brays Bayou Assoc. Billy Pilgrim 713-661-6513 laura.pilgrim@att.net Building Plan Review David Sears 713-627-9690 dsears@wingfield-sears.com Campus Park Bill Blackwood 713-668-1535 wcblackwood@gmail.com Garden Club/YOM Jackie Addington 832-767-5667 jackie.addington@comcast.net Karl Young Park Membership Rob Lee 713-600-6635 robleetx@hotmail.com Moms’ Club Kristin Horn 713-302-0192 kristinchorn@gmail.com National Night Out Fabia Hill 832-315-4050 fabiahill@gmail.com Neighborhood History Germaine Welch 713-666-7886 germaine08@att.net Recycling Susie Loredo 713-588-1160 susieloredo@gmail.com Security Steve Anton 713-392-3400 hallmarkpr@gmail.com Sentinel Editor Alison Bell 713-504-4610 sentinel@braeswoodplace.org Super Neighborhood Billy Pilgrim laura.pilgrim@att.net Traffic Committee Nicole Shah 713-839-0595 nicoleallman74@hotmail.com BPHA OFFICE Brenda Blackwood 713-666-7248 BPHA@sbcglobal.net Hours: M, W, F: 10-2 4010 Blue Bonnet, Suite 112, Houston, TX 77025

BRAESWOOD PLACE It’s a Great Place to Live

MEMBERSHIP IN BPHA

The Homeowners Association of Braeswood Place collects annual dues of $75. Constable Patrol membership is $295 per year for 24/7 coverage. New and established residents are encouraged to contact the BPHA Office for more information about becoming a member in the Homeowners Association and the Constable Patrol Program.

BPHA@sbcglobal.net 713-666-7248

JOIN ONLINE: www.braeswoodplace.org

The Sentinel is published monthly by BPHA, P.O. Box 20486, Houston, TX 77225, for the residents of Ayrshire, Braes Heights, Braes Oaks, Braes Terrace, Braes Manor, Emerald Forest, and Southern Oaks subdivisions. Our Editor is Alison Bell. The deadline for articles and advertisements to be included in the OCTOBER issue of the Sentinel will be Monday, September 18. Submit articles, Good Neighbor stories, compliments, criticisms, questions or suggestions to: Sentinel@braeswoodplace.org The Sentinel is typically delivered on the first weekend of the month. Contact your Area Director if you do not receive it.

WELCOME TO BRAESWOOD PLACE!!!

Recently moved into our neighborhood? We are

happy to deliver a Welcome Brochure to you with

information about our Association and Constable

Patrol Program and an area map with the name of

your Area Director. Contact the BPHA Office at

713-666-7248 or BPHA@sbcglobal.net and

provide your name, address and phone number. Be

sure to visit our website at

www.braeswoodplace.org.

*UPDATED* HELPFUL NUMBERS City of Houston Houston Police-Beechnut 713-247-1000 713-314-3900 Council Rep, Dist. C-Ellen Cohen Poison Control (Residents North of Bayou) 1-800-764-7661 832-393-3004 State Rep-Sarah Davis

713-664-7095 State Sen-Joan Huffman Council Rep, Dist. K-Larry Green 713-662-3821 (Residents South of Bayou) Texas Fish/Wildlife (birds) 832-393-3016 713-876-1520 County Commiss-Rodney Ellis Street Light/Stop Sign Repair 713-662-3821 713-837-0311 CenterPoint Energy U.S. Rep-John Culberson 713-207-2222 713-682-8828 Gas-CenterPoint Energy U.S. Rep-Ted Poe (e of BS, s of BB) Graffiti Hotline Water & Sewer Repair 713-247-1576 713-837-0311 Harris County Mosquito Control 713-440-4800 a/o 12/16

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