Sara Goss, Realtor, Houston Bay Area, Texas

MANDATORY WATER RATIONING . . .
Under threat of Penalty for Violation

Strong words for citizens who now need to be aware that The City of League City, Texas has enacted a stage 2 response to the water shortage.

June is typically a wet month, but this year the rainfall so far has been little more than not much. What happened to the 50-52" a year that we are accustomed to?
Water? Since when do we need to water our lawns and sprinkle the flowers? Latest news is that even though the brown tips of your St. Augustine are increasing daily, now you cannot water, except during specified hours according to your address.

New Water Conservation Rules - starting Thursday, July 2, 2009
The City is aiming for a ten percent reduction in daily water demand.

1. Irrigation with hose-end sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems is limited to Tues and Thur for water customers with even-numbered addresses, and limited to Mon and Wed for those with odd-numbered addresses. Hours of irrigation are limited to midnight-5:00 a.m., and 8:00 p.m.-midnight on your designated days.
However, irrigation of landscaped areas is permitted at anytime if it is by means of a hand-held hose, a faucet filled bucket or watering can of five gallons or less, or a drip irrigation system.

2. Washing any motor vehicle, motorbike, boat, trailer, airplane, or other vehicle with water is subject to the same rules: designated days and designated hours only. Use a hand-held bucket or a hand-held hose equipped with a positive shutoff nozzle for quick rinses.
Vehicle washing any time is allowed on the immediate premises of a commercial car wash or commercial service station. Washing may be exempted from these regulations if the health, safety and welfare of the public is contingent upon frequent vehicle cleansing, such as garbage trucks and vehicles used to transport food and perishables.
3. You may fill, refill or add to any indoor or outdoor swimming pools, wading pools and Jacuzzi-type pools only on designated watering days between midnight and 5:00 a.m. and between 8:00 p.m. and midnight. (same rules folks)

4. Ornamental fountains or ponds for aesthetic and scenic purposes are prohibited, except when necessary to support aquatic life or if they are are equipped with a recirculation system.

5. Use of water hydrants is limited to fire fighting, related activities, or other activities necessary to maintain public health, safety and welfare. The use of water from designated fire hydrants may be allowed for construction purposes only under special permit from the city.

6. Irrigation of golf course greens, tee boxes, and fairways is subject to the same rules: designated watering days between midnight-5:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.-midnight. If the golf course uses water that is not provided by the city, they are not be subject to these regulations.

7. Water may not be served at restaurants to patrons unless requested by the patron.

8. Non-essential water use is prohibited. You may NOT use water to:
Wash down sidewalks, walkways, driveways, parking lots, tennis courts or other hard-surfaced areas
Wash down buildings or structures for other than immediate fire protection
Use water for dust control
Flush gutters or permit water to run or accumulate in any gutter or street
Fail to repair a controllable leak within a reasonable period of five days after having been given notice directing the repair of such leak

For water conservation tips and/or questions concerning this notice, please call 311.

Please follow the rules: Conserve now to deter household water rationing.
Stay Cool!

SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
www.har.com/saragoss

Serving the Houston Bay Area of Texas, helping families sell their houses and helping families find the home that is just right.

When I got home this afternoon,

. . . . . . someone was waiting for me.

. . . . . hello to you too!


©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Serving the Houston Bay Area of Texas, helping families sell their houses and helping families find the home of their dreams.

Residents of the Victory Lakes subdivision in The City of League City, Texas are working with the League City Police Department to maintain neighborhood safety. At an HOA meeting earlier this year Police Chief Michael Jez addressed some specific concerns raised during the meeting. He urged citizens to prioritize their concerns, noting that there may be differences in what residents and the police department consider most important.

Citizen safety and security are at the top of the list. At certain streets/intersections speeding drivers are being ticketed more frequently in an effort to reduce speeding overall in the subdivision. At a Victory Lakes Homeowners Meeting in June several members of the Police Department spoke about ways homeowners can increase their own safety and security and also that of their property. They provided Summary Reports of calls for service and other neighborhood statistics of interest.

Residents and the Police Department are committed to continuing communication so the concerns of residents are addressed. These meetings inform and educate residents, and help Victory Lakes continue to be the great place to live that it is. Residents are urged to "know their neighbors", be mindful of any unusual activity, and call police if something doesn't seem right.

©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Full-time realtor for home buyers and home sellers in the Houston Bay Area real estate market.

Bay Forest is a neighborhood with curb appeal galore. Wouldn't you like to round the corner from city streets onto quiet, tree-lined avenues? A community in Houston, Texas for more than 20 years, Bay Forest has mature trees and deed restrictions that keep it attractive as a whole and for each individual home. Over 800 residences are located here, and residents find enough space sprinkled throughout the community that is dedicated to recreation and relaxation, in the form of 25 parks or common areas. If you want to find some inspiration to improve the curb appeal of your home, this is a great neighborhood to drive around in. If you want to live in a community that is all about curb appeal, this is a beautiful community to live in.






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Over the years residents have formed clubs and groups for people to share similar interests. What a great way to relax after work, in the comfort of your own subdivision. Some examples are Mommies' Club, Gourmet Club, Garden Club, Blue Marlins (youth swim team) and Men's and Women's Tennis Leagues.

Several Pocket Parks throughout the community provide a shady respite during a walk or run.

The larger parks have shady spots for lazy relaxation, and also other playtime and recreation amenities. Picnic areas, a pool, tennis courts, sports field, basketball court and a "Big Toy"playground are some of the neighborhorhood favorites.

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Bay Forest spreads out on both sides of of El Dorado Boulevard between Space Center Boulevard and Horsepen Bayou. It is part of the group of neighborhoods called Clear Lake City, in Houston's Bay Area. Single family homes, and that includes some patio homes, in a beautiful setting and a friendly neighborhood can be found here. Tempting?



Bay Forest Public Schools: (2008 Texas Education Rating)
Falcon Pass Elementary School Exemplary
Space Center Intermediate Exemplary
CLHS 9th Grade Center (not available)
Clear Lake High School Acceptable
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BAY FOREST Statistics
Median Appraisal $239,265
Ave. Sq. Ft. 2775
Avg. Yr. Built 1987
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SUBDIVISION 2008 TAX RATES
Clr Lk City Wtr Auth 0.280%
Port of Houston Auth 0.018%
Harris Co Flood Control 0.031%
Clear Creek ISD 1.360%
City of Houston 0.639%
Harris Co Hospital 0.192%
Harris Co Dpt Educ 0.0058%
Harris County 0.390%

Sources: CCISD, Crawford Realty Advisors, Stewart Title
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
See listings: www.har.com/saragoss


Full-time realtor for home buyers and home sellers in the Houston Bay Area real estate market.

Are you looking for a good deal on a used SUV, Car, Truck, or perhaps a backhoe? The City of League City, Texas is having an online auction of 29 vehicles starting 9:00 am Mon., June 29. Auction ends starting at 9:00 am on Fri., July 10. Ending times are staggered, bidding is closed for each item in the order they are listed, and ending times are 1 minute apart.

Auction items are available for inspection, appointment required, and the auction website provides details about each item, including its use. Bidding will not open until stated time.

Location: 1535 Dickinson Avenue, League City, Texas 77573
Inspection and Removal: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! (Email Mike Tubbs)
Removal appointments on: July 21, July 22 & July 23 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, with a $25 storage fee per day for late pick-ups.
Information: Mike Tubbs with Fleet Services at mike.tubbs@leaguecity.com

Auction Inventory: (see auction website for specific vehicles)
Backhoe/Front End Loader
Tractor with Backhoe/Front End Loader Attachments
Bunker Rake
Trucks
Jeep
Suv's
Cars
*photo is not an auction item

For auction and other details and any updated information check the auction website:
http://www.renebates.com/cgi-bin/mndetails.cgi?bates29

Happy bidding!


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Serving the Houston Bay Area of Texas, helping families sell their houses and helping families find the home of their dreams.