Northcliffe

Articles from the May newsletter

Apr 28, 2006

A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT:


CORRECTION! In the last newsletter I told you the New Braunfels School District would also be holding a Bond election. While that is true, I soon realized that none of our citizens will be affected by that Bond election since our Comal County residents pay taxes in support of the Comal Independent School District (CISD), and CISD will not be holding a Bond election this year.

The ?“Friends of Northern Schertz Parks?” has received wonderful news from the Internal Revenue Service. Their application for charitable status has been awarded, and now, all contributions given to ?“Friends?” are tax deductible. It is no easy task to obtain this status, and we owe great thanks to Duane McCune for all his hard work in preparing and submitting the necessary documents. We already have several businesses who have committed to donating significant sums of money, materials and services. The knowledge that contributions are now tax deductible will hopefully generate more contributions. We are still awaiting approval on the Grant proposal we submitted, but do not expect to hear about that until the end of June. Even if we do not receive approval for the Grant, we will be able to begin work on significant portions of the park improvements by this Fall.

Several concerned parents have requested a crosswalk at the Park. We have discussed the crosswalk with the City, and they are concerned that painting a crosswalk where there is no protection of stop signs may cause children to step off into the street believing they are safe. There could be a greater chance of injury under those circumstances. They are, however, checking into installing ?“Children at Play?” signs in each direction. I will keep you informed.

The HOA is currently in discussions with members of The Fairways at Scenic Hills to determine the feasibility of joining with them to produce this newsletter. We feel that it would be in all of our best interests to form a ?“coalition?” of neighborhoods that would serve all of us in Northern Schertz. The sharing of information and cooperative networking can only benefit our community. By the way, we will need someone to replace the current editor of our newsletter. Please contact a board member if interested.

I recently received a letter from the Area Engineer for TxDot about the results of our meeting on finding solutions to our traffic issues. As you recall, this meeting was held January 31st and the summary was published in the March Newsletter. He basically reaffirmed TxDot?’s commitment as outlined in that Newsletter. We will keep you up to date as we receive information.

Debbie Bell


It is so VERY important that we have a good turnout at the polls if our voice is ever to be heard regarding issues that affect our city and community. You will not only be voting on the City and School Bond issues, but also for City Council members, a Mayor and School Board members. Information on the City and School Bond issues can be found at both Schertz.com and SCUCISD.txed.net

Early voting will be May 1-5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and May 8-9, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Guadalupe County Office Building, 1101 Elbel Road. Both City and School issues can be voted on at this one location at this time.

Election Day voting for the City will be in the Schertz Community Center, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Bldg. 3, Saturday, May 13, from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. You must then go to the following location to vote on the School issues: O. G. Wiederstein Elementary, 200 Schlather Street, Cibolo, TX 78108. School voting hours will also be from 7 a.m.?–7 p.m.

Congratulations to all of our Graduating Seniors!!!!

Samuel Clemens High School - Saturday, May 27 2pm Freeman Coliseum
Canyon High School -
Saturday, May 27 10am Strahan Coliseum, Texas State University
NEIGHBOR Notes
RELAY FOR LIFE- The American Cancer Society Relay For Life -Greater Randolph Area is scheduled for May 12-13 7 PM - 7 AM. Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for education, research and programs of the American Cancer Society. To participate in this event as a survivor or if you would like to volunteer, please call Kim at 210-846-3891 or go online to www.cancer.org/relayonline and sign up.

TEEN DANCES- For students 5th through 8th grade at the Schertz Community Center on Friday, June 2nd & 23rd from 7pm to 11pm. The cost is $5.00 per person. There is pizza and sodas available for a small fee. The dance is sponsored by the Buffalo Valley Lions Club.

STREET SWEEPER- The city sends the street sweepers through Northcliffe on the last Friday of each month. If there are too many cars on a particular street the city says they will NOT clean your street.
LIGHTS OUT? ?– Is there a light out on your street? Call the Electric Company and give them an address so it can be replaced - G.V.E.C. (210) 658-7033 or New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) (830) 629-8400. Also, please remember that it is illegal to post letters, flyers, etc. on light / utility poles. They will be removed.


Thank you to all residents that participated in the Spring Community Garage Sale on April 22nd.
City of Schertz
☺Website - http://www.schertz.com/



Did you know everyone is a member of the Homeowner?’s Association? It?’s true. By paying the annual (Jan-Dec) $25.00 dues, you have a counted vote at community meetings, help to maintain the landmark American flag that so proudly flies in your neighborhood and support services like this newsletter. Thank you for your support.

Northcliffe 2006 HOA Dues
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Here is an e-mail we are sharing with our readers from a concerned resident on April 5th.

Just thought we'd alert our neighbors to be careful: this morning at 7, my son was accosted at the gas station by a man asking him for money. When my son said he didn't have any, the man took a swing at him. My son hit back, and the man ran away.

This man was a little over 6 ft, Hispanic, and "scruffy" looking. Luckily, my son was able to defend himself, but the next person may fare worse.
Please alert our neighbors to be aware of their surroundings at all times. A deserted gas station in the dark is not the safest place to be.

You may want to pass it on.

Thanks!

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