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Lakemont Living

Volume 2, Issue 11 November 2011

Official Newsletter for the Residents of

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Lakemont Introduction

Lakemont Bend ...................................... 20919 Sage Laurel Lakemont Park ....................................... 20311 Port BishopLakemont Court .....................................7014 Alcott Manor Lakemont Ridge ..................................... 19802 Corey BendLakemont Cove ...................... 21019 Bright Lake Bend Ln. Lakemont Shores ..................................8014 Pacific SpringLakemont Grove .......................... 21134 Chadbourne Trace Lakemont Terrace ...........................20206 Leydenwood Ct.Lakemont Manor ................................. 7319 Rambling Tree Lakemont Trace ..................................... 7434 Rosepath Ln.Lakemont Meadows .................... 7102 Sundance Meadows

Congratulations to our October Yard of the Month Recipients!Keep up the good yard work!

Election Day InformationIf you’re a registered voter in Fort Bend County (the deadline to

register for this term was October 11th) then here is some additional information you may need for the local elections taking place on Tuesday, November 8, 2011.

Lakemont is in Precinct 3083The designated polling location is:

Crockett Middle School19001 BeechnutRichmond, TX 77407

Polls are open on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 7:00 am to 7:00pm.

For additional information go to http://www.co.fort-bend.tx.us

Lakemont Irrigation Update

Throughout the first of this year a portion of Lakemont’s irrigation water has been supplied by a combination of rainwater and well water. The water is being pumped using a pump station that was installed by the developer several years ago. As of August the system is now supplying the majority of water used for irrigation.

This is a huge benefit for the community because the water being used is free of all chemicals used to sanitize water that fills the MUD’s water lines. This cleaner water is much healthier and much better for the plants and grass. Another major benefit is that the water is much cheaper than metered water. Rainwater that fills the pond is free and the water from the well is a fraction of the cost of metered water.

The one major concern is that we are transitioning from 8-9 small sources of water to one main source of water, reducing the gallon per minute supply at one time. This, combined with the further expansion of Lakemont, is requiring LMS Inc. to change the irrigation scheduling, meaning that the irrigation system has to run more during the day. We will be working over the next few months to tweak the timing of the irrigation cycles, so that the irrigation doesn’t run during peak trail usage times.

Overall, this is a great thing for Lakemont and the value of your community and we, at LMS Inc., very much value our relationship with Lakemont. We look forward to our future managing your landscape.

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Lakemont LivingCOMMUNITY INFO

MISSION STATEMENTLakemont Living

The mission of the Lakemont Living newsletter is to provide the Lakemont Community with one source of local news content. Our goal is to help build the community by connecting local businesses with residents and residents with relevant neighborhood information. "Be the community."

ADVERTISING INFO Please support the advertisers that make the Lakemont Living possible. If you would like to support the newsletter by advertising, please contact our sales office at 888-687-6444 or [email protected]. The advertising deadline is the 8th of the month prior to the issue.

ARTICLE INFO Lakemont Living is mailed monthly to all Lakemont residents. Residents, community groups, churches, etc. are welcome to include information about their organizations in the newsletter. Personal news for the Stork Report, Teenage Job Seekers, recipes, special celebrations, and birthday announcements are also welcome.

To submit an article for consideration in Lakemont Living please email it to [email protected]. The deadline is the 1stt of the month prior to the issue.

LAKEMONTFM 1093 at Mason Roadwww.visitlakemont.com

For questions, comments or to become a volunteer contact any of the Committee Chairs listed below:

COMMITTEE CHAIR/HOA BOARDActivities & Events/Executive Chair........................ Jennifer L. ..................................................................jenpli@yahoo.comDeed Restrictions ........................................................ Gena T. .....................................................lakemontdeed@yahoo.comLakes, Parks & Playgrounds ..................................... Jason M. .........................................................jamino69@hotmail.comNewsletter .............................................................. Kristina J. ................................................. [email protected] Watch ........................................... CK Nguyen ...................................................lakemontwatch@yahoo.comPools .............................. Diane P., [email protected] Committee ................................................. Leslye C. .........................................welcome.committee@hotmail.comSwim Team .............................Rob M., [email protected]

IMPORTANT NUMBERSALL EMERGENCY CALLS ............................................911Sheriff’s Dept./Non-Emergency ..281-341-4700/281-341-4665Poison Control.............................................. 1800-222-1222Hurricane Preparedness/Red Cross ................. 713-526-1536Community Fire Department Station 3 .......... 281-578-6444Texas Driver License Office – Katy .................. 281-391-4874Fort Bend County Animal Control ................. 281-352-1512Fort Bend County Appraisal District .............. 281-344-8623Fort Bend Co. Tax Assessor/Collection ........... 281-341-3710Fort Bend County Vehicle Registration ........... 281-341-3709Fort Bend County Voter Registration .............. 281-341-8670Fort Bend Co. Library – Cinco Ranch ............281-395-1311McNeill Elementary School ............................832-223-2800Briscoe Junior High School ............................832-223-4000Foster High School .........................................832-223-3800CenterPoint Energy (Natural Gas) .................. 713-659-2111Royal Disposal & Recycle ............................... 713-342-0508AMI – Association Management Inc ............... 713-932-1122

NEWSLETTER PUBLISHERPeel, Inc. .............................................................512-263-9181Advertising ..........................................advertising@peelinc.com

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BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDSRAINCO IRRIGATION SPECIALIST: Commercial & Resi-dential. Backflow Testing, Drainage, Irrigation (Sprinkler) System, Design & Installation, Service & Repair, Rainbird – Hunter. Fully Insured. Lic. # 9004 & 9226. Call 713-824-5327.


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Did you know that most Americans confuse Veterans Day with Memorial Day?

Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans. However, most Americans confuse this holiday with Memorial Day, reports the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day is Memorial Day honors service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle. Deceased veterans are also remembered on Veterans Day but the day is set aside to thank and honor living veterans who served honorably in the military - in wartime or peacetime.

What's more, some Americans don't know why we commemorate our Veterans on Nov.11. It's imperative that all Americans know the history of Veterans Day so that we can honor our former service members properly.

A Brief History of Veterans DayVeterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, was originally

set as a U.S. legal holiday to honor the end of World War I, which officially took place on November 11, 1918. In legislation that was passed in 1938, November 11 was "dedicated to the cause of world

What Do You Know About Veterans Day?peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice Day.'" As such, this new legal holiday honored World War I veterans.

In 1954, after having been through both World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd U.S. Congress -- at the urging of the veterans service organizations -- amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word "Armistice" and inserting the word "Veterans." With the approval of this legislation on June 1, 1954, Nov. 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

THANK YOU TO ALL VETERANS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND BRAVERY!

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Lakemont LivingNeighborhood Announcements & Events

A Holiday Celebration in Lakemont!Santa is visiting Lakemont on Sunday

December 4th from 1pm-4pm at the Lakehouse. There will be a photographer who will be there to take your holiday ‘keepsake photos.” Each photo will be $10.00. You will be able to pick-up your pictures while your kids enjoy the craft table, story time and refreshments.

Please RSVP to [email protected] by Sunday, November 27 and please provide the following information when you RSVP:

How many pictures you will be purchasing?How many total people in each photo?How many children in each photo?

Stroller Walking/Running GroupAre you a Stay at home Mom or Dad? Are

you looking to meet new parents and kids and get some exercise while doing it? Please let me know if you are interested in joining the Stroller Walking/Running group in our wonderful Lakemont Community a few days

a week. No baby? Still join us, it will be great exercise to get out and about!

For more information, please contact Kristin Fuhr at [email protected] or 775-560-1821.

Fall Gift MarketJoin local vendors at the Lakehouse on

Sunday, November 13th from 1-5pm for a holiday gift market featuring great products like:

• Toys• Bags• Jewelry• Make-up• Sweettreats• Holidaydécor• Wicklesscandles• Andmore!

Face painting and refreshments to entertain the kids while you shop! For information please contact [email protected].

Lakemont Quilting BeesCome join the newly formed Quilting

Bees of Lakemont who meet every second Tuesday and last Sunday of each month at the Lakehouse from 1pm – 5pm. If you are interested in quilting the group provides an opportunity for quilters, both beginners and experienced, to share their experience and knowledge with each other. We help new quilters get started quilting either by machine or by hand. Below are the scheduled meeting dates. We will work on community service projects that provide quilted items to charitable organizations around Houston and its surrounding areas.

Residents who participate are responsible for providing their own tools, fabric, and sewing machine. Materials used for community projects will be donated by participants of the quilting bee on a voluntary basis. Children must be accompanied by an

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adult since there will be access to sharp objects and sewing machines. For more information, please contact Michelle Hudson ([email protected]).

All residents of Lakemont are invited to join the Bees.Lakemont Self-Defense Class

Lakemont's Self-Defense Class (KAJUKEMBO) is now underway! The first class was GREAT, filled with safety awareness, defensive techniques, and very determined students. Come and join your Lakemont neighbors and see how you too can benefit from the class! Please refer to the Lakemont Calendar of Events for class schedule. See you at the Lakehouse!!!

The activity is held at the Lakehouse on Sat. from 9am – 11am. It is free and open to all Lakemont residents (17+ years old).

New Homeowners Welcome LunchNovember 20th, 1-3pm at The Lakehouse (Please Note: The

event was moved from Nov. 13th to Nov. 20th) Need to know where to find local restaurants, entertainment,

libraries, golf courses, grocery stores, utilities, etc…? Your welcome packet has all of this information and more! Stop by to pick up your packet, meet your neighbors and members of the Executive Committee and learn how to set up an account at www.lakemontca.org to keep in touch with community activities. Having this information will make your life easier and will give you more time to enjoy your family. Welcome Home! RSVP to Leslye: [email protected]

Get Connected… Sign up to receive community e-mails and updates. Go to our

community website www.lakemontca.org and login (for login information contact the HOA).

2011 Lakemont Calendar of EventsKAJUKEMBO ...................................................... November 5th Quilting Bees ........................................................ November 8thFall Gift Market ......................................November 13th, 1-5pmLakemont Clean-Up Day .................................... November 19thKAJUKEMBO .................................................... November 19th New Homeowner Welcome Luncheon ....November 20th, 1-3pmQuilting Bees ...................................................... November 27thKAJUKEMBO .......................................................December 3rd Santa visits Lakemont – ............................. December 4th, 1-4pmLakemont Ladies Club Holiday Dinner (Tentative) ..December 5th Quilting Bees .......................................................December 13thKAJUKEMBO .....................................................December 17th Quilting Bees .......................................................December 27th


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Parents this is your chance to brag on your kiddos.

We want pictures of your kids doing everyday things, school

events, plays, sports, etc.Send in your pictures to be

featured in Lakemont Living.

E-mail your pictures to [email protected]

by the 8th of the month.

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• Interior & Exterior Painting• Hardi Plank Installation• Wood Replacement• Sheetrock Repair• Interior Carpentry• Cabinet Painting• Wallpaper Removal and Texturizing• Pressure Washing• Fence Repair/Replacement

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Watering the grass for Daddy!


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SWEET POTATO SURPRISE!CASSEROLE - Ingredients4 sweet potatoes, baked and mashed1 cup sugar1/3 cup margarine, melted1/2 cup milk2 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract TOPPING - Ingredients1 cup grated unsweetened coconut, dried or fresh1 cup pecans1 cup brown sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup margarine1. Heat the oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, mix the sweet potatoes, sugar,

margarine, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Transfer the mixture into a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.

2. In a separate bowl, combine the topping ingredients with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until crumbly. Distribute the topping over the sweet potatoes. Then bake the casserole for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Serves 6 to 8.

Give Thanks for Good FoodPILGRIM HAT COOKIES

Round chocolate striped cookies Package of Mini Peanut Butter CupsTube yellow frosting Orange Chicklets

1. S e t t h e chocolate-striped cookies str ipes down on a wax-p a p e r - c ove r e d tray, spacing them well apart. 2. Place the mini peanut butter cup upside down over the center of the cookie.3. Then using the decorators' frosting pipe a yellow ring around the base of the peanut butter cup.4. Place the orange chicklet on the front of each hat to simulate a buckle.


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