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Volume 27, Number 7 September 2013
Monthly Board of Directors MeetingsMeetings of the BFCA Board of Directors are held on the third Monday of each month, January through November, at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are open to all Bay Forest homeowners and held at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77062. A Board Meeting was held on August 19, 2013. Board members Dennis Fouty, Gene Fisseler, John Haas, and Barbara McCollum were present along with Community Manager Jared Simmons. No other homeowners attended.
To contact the Bay Forest Community Manager, email [email protected] or call 832.224.6446. The mailing address for the Bay Forest Community Association is 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062.
Annual Homeowner MeetingCome out for the BFCA annual homeowner meeting on Monday, October 21, 2013, at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77062. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for registration and the meeting kicks off at 7:00. You’ll learn about our financial performance this past year, our budget projections for next year, the status of 2013 initiatives and projects as well as what is in store for 2014, and vote for your board members. Plus, we’ll share what you and your neighbors said about our neighborhood in the annual homeowner survey and who is this year’s community champion. And, if all that’s not enough to get you there, we’ll also have snacks and door prizes.
Board of Directors ElectionsThree of our board positions are due to be filled at the October 21 annual homeowner meeting. One of our current board members has already indicated he will not stand for re-election. That means that at least one Bay Forester, possibly two or three, will need to step up and help lead our association into the next years. If you are interested in giving something back to our community, or if you know of someone who you believe would make a good director, contact the nominating committee ([email protected]).
Survey SaysThe results of our 2013 annual homeowner survey are in and the results are being tabulated and analyzed. If you attend the annual homeowner meeting, you’ll get a sneak peak at the biggest issues in our community and how we view the performance of our contract service providers. After the October 21 meeting, the complete survey results will be posted at bayforest.info. Be sure to check it out!
Trash Cans In View (TCV) & Trash Out Early (TOE) ViolationsBay Forest Community Association DCCRs state that refuse containers (trash cans, trash bags, etc) must be concealed from view from neighboring lots, streets, parks and
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Community MythsPage 3
Yard of the Month Pages 7-8
Green Space becomes“Exploration Green”
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Gourmet ClubFilet aux Eschalottes
Page 11
October 26th
3:00 to 5:30 pm at the Bay Forest Pool Park PavilionFor more info see page 5.
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public areas. Storage of refuse containers in areas visible from neighboring lots, streets, parks, and public areas will result in issuance of a notice of deed restriction violation. Concealment can be efficiently achieved numerous ways – by storing the containers in the garage or in the back yard or by screening the containers with a special section of fence or plantings. There are many options and the majority of Bay Forest residents employ one of these or another method. Placement of any trash at the curb prior to the evening immediately preceding pick-up (i.e., on Sunday evenings and Wednesday evenings only) will result in issuance of a notice of deed restriction violation. Continued TCV and TOE violations will ultimately lead to enforcement.
Roaming Pets Pose a Problem in our CommunityThere are provisions regarding roaming animals in both our Bay Forest Community Association CCRs and the City of Houston ordinances.
PET MYTH: Only dogs need be on leashes in Bay Forest.As a matter of fact, there are provisions regarding roaming animals of all sizes, makes and models in both our Bay Forest Community Association CCRs and the City of Houston ordinances.
Section 14 of the Bay Forest CCRs states “Animals are not permitted to roam the property [Bay Forest] and must be controlled on a leash if they are not on an Estate Lot, Custom Lot, Executive Lot or Patio Lot [any lot in Bay Forest].”
The City of Houston Leash Law states “It is against the law for pets to roam loose. Pets with access to public sidewalks, streets or neighbor's property may be impounded. This includes animals tied or staked.”
So what do these mean to us? They simply say that, if you own a dog or cat, you may not let it freely roam our neighborhood. And, importantly, you are responsible for any damage or harm caused by a pet you own and do not control.
First, when your pets (dogs, cats, other) are not on your personal private property – in your home or your yard, they must be on leashes. While most folks are aware that they must have their dogs on a leash when they take them out for a walk, it is important to understand that both our CCRs and the City's leash law apply to all pets…dogs, cats, ferrets, gerbils, etc. ALL PETS must be on a leash when you take them for a walk.
And, second, even when your pets are on your personal private property, they must be controlled. This is accomplished by keeping them indoors or keeping them inside a fence, for examples.
Myths About Bay Forest Community AssociationReading through the hundreds of comments received in the Bay Forest annual survey over the past several years, we’ve compiled a list of the most popular myths about life in our community. Below are the myths and the real story that debunks each one…the mythbusters.
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STREET PARKING MYTH: BFCA has absolute authority over street parking in Bay Forest through its DCCRs.Unfortunately, this is not the case. Our neighborhood streets, like all dedicated streets across Houston and including other Clear Lake communities located within Houston city limits, are public rights of way. BFCA has absolutely no jurisdiction over use of our streets with regard to parking. Street parking is regulated by City of Houston ordinance and state law. Here…anyone can legally park a vehicle on our streets anywhere, any day, and any night.
The operative word here is "legally." According to Texas state law and City of Houston, a vehicle is legally parked if, and only if, the front and rear passenger side wheels are located within 18 inches of the curb. That means that "head in" parking in our cul-de-sacs is illegal and can be ticketed. That means parking a vehicle facing into oncoming traffic is illegal and can be ticketed. Further, if a vehicle is parked in the street for more than 24 consecutive hours, it is in violation of City ordinance and may be ticketed and towed. If you are aware of vehicles illegally parked on the streets in Bay Forest, you are encouraged to contact the City of Houston Parking Enforcement Unit supervisor Roland De La Cerda (832-393-8655 office, 713 458-0703 cell phone, [email protected] email) who will send an officer out to issue a ticket to the owner of an illegally parked vehicle.
POOL HOURS MYTH: If you open the pool longer, they will come.Been there, done that…and learned that they don't. In the quarter century since our pool opened, we've tried a myriad of different swim season and daily schedules based on feedback from residents. For example, there was a time when our pool was open every day in September. Some years, we kept the pool open until 10 pm on certain nights. We tried opening the pool from 3 to 8 pm during the week once school started in the Fall. For many years, we reopened the pool on weekends through the entire month of September.
At the same time, we've kept hourly counts of pool users. We reviewed those records to see what days of each week the pool was used the most and the least. We know which hours of which days are most popular and least popular. And what we found is that despite stated intentions of our residents, use of the pool was essentially non-existent during the week once school was back in session. Even though we have warm weather in September, we also have school and YMCA sports practice and games. We have band practice, scout meetings, Sunday afternoon pro football on TV, homework and school projects. Over the years, we have found the hours of pool operation that we think best fits our residents usage patterns. And that's the schedule we currently implement.
COMMUNITY AMENITIES MYTH: The only BFCA residents who benefit from the community pool, tennis courts and parks are those that actually visit them and use them.That's not what real estate professionals tell us. Your home is part of a larger community and the amenities of the community contribute to your home’s value and ability to sell it for the price you want when the time comes.
View more myths and answers throughout the paper.
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Get ready for some fun for the kids and the adults as well as we combine the neighborhood Oktoberfest with Fall Festival-type fun activities for the children.
Please join us for this event, which will be held at the Bay Forest Pool Park near the pavilion on Saturday, October 26th from 3:00 to 5:30 pm. This event is sponsored by the Bay Forest Community Association, the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club and Ladybug Realtors/Edrina Fitting.
All are welcome.
This is a great introduction to our wonderful neighborhood, as there will be adults to visit with and meet - especially if you are new to Bay Forest. And there will be pumpkin decorating for the children as well as good food and fun. Children should wear a costume. Don’t miss it!
There will be hotdogs, bratwurst, giant pretzels (plus a few other goodies…). Bring your lawn chair if you like, and come meet some of your neighbors. Even if you have been a resident for years, there are always new people to meet, and old friends to catch up with!
As always, if you have questions about events, or would like to be included in the email distribution list for upcoming Mommies’ Club activities, please contact Joy King at the following email address: [email protected]. See you there!
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Neighborhood News
TRASH CAN MYTH: It’s okay to store my trash cans near my garage…nobody ever looks up there to see them.
Not so. Your neighbors notice and they complain. Be advised that the Bay Forest CCRs do not allow for the storage of Trash or Trash Cans in public view.
Article IX, Section 17: Visual Screening states that “All clotheslines, equipment, garbage cans, service yards, woodpiles, refuse containers, or storage piles and household projects such as equipment repair and construction projects shall be screened by adequate planting or fencing so as to conceal them from view of neighborhood lots, streets, parks and public areas. All rubbish, trash, and garbage shall be kept in sanitary refuse containers with tightly fitting lids and shall be regularly removed from the lots and not allowed to accumulate thereon.”
That’s a lot to absorb, so here’s another way to say it. Trash or trash cans may only be visible in Bay Forest on trash pick-up days (Monday or Thursday), including the previous evenings. But you must store them in some out-of-sight location – like in your garage or in your backyard. Some homeowners have even planted large shrubs or constructed special fences (high and low) to screen trash cans from view when stored between trash days.
Tennis Court LocksRecently the locking system on the tennis courts was upgraded. The new keyless system is –
1. Safer – avoids people being locked inside the tennis courts.
2. More Efficient – physical keys do not need to be managed and delivered. Access codes can be changed as needed and distributed to Bay Forest homeowners via the community web site.
3. More Cost Effective – the current locks and keys are specialized and costs are high to repair locks and purchase keys.
Now that new locks are installed, they will use a PIN code that we can change as needed. The first code will be 2255. It – and all future codes - will also be posted to the web site. As you would not share your key with a non Bay Forest homeowner – please do not share this code. Keep your metal key – we will announce a turn in date so you can get your deposit back.
If you have any questions, please respond to this email or contact our community manager at [email protected] or 832-224-6446.
Bay Forest TennisBay Forest Men’s Tennis League plays on Wednesday evenings.
“A” league contact: Greg Blackburn at 281-480-8280 “B” league contact: Russ Hall at 281-486-4052
Bay Forest Women’s Tennis League plays on Monday evenings.Contact Pam Doty at [email protected] or 281-286-7471.
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Oh boy, do we have two beautiful yards for you this month! Of course I say that every month, but it's true. Some of the prettiest yards in the area are found right here in Bay Forest, and we have selected two shining examples for you. Congratulations to the Yard of the Month winners for September, 2013, Jo Lynn Anderson at 2107 Purple Plum on the North side, and Marcia and Richard Toalson at 15603 Lake Lodge on the South side.
Jo Lynn Anderson at 2107 Purple PlumThe Anderson house on Purple Plum house has a beautifully symmetrical landscape. Two tall trees, one Pine and one Oak, keep the house nice and shady. The trees are surrounded by variegated grasses. The house is flanked at each corner by Ligustrum plants that have been trained into trees. Sago palms provide some visual weight and mass in the center of the beds.
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Decorative grasses fill in the spaces and provide texture in the front beds, while whimsical concrete figures peer out from behind the grasses and smile at visitors and passers by. A stone border sets this all off and provides visual interest and contrast to the landscaping.
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month
Marcia and Richard Toalson at 15603 Lake LodgeWhile most of us give up on flowers in the hottest days of Summer, the Toalson's on Lake Lodge have managed to keep some colorful blooms in their garden. Their cheerful yard is packed full of pink and white Elephant Ears, red Begonias, white Dusty Miller and purple Salvia. These colorful plants are set off against a lush green backdrop of Palms, Ligustrum, Pittosporum and many others. The deep beds have multiple rows of shrubs with graduated heights, so this yard has lots of vertical and texture and interest in addition to ground level flowers. And, if you look closely, you will discover frogs and flags and sunny flowers popping up throughout their front beds.
As always, if you know of a yard that you feel should be Yard of the Month, please let us know! Send the address to [email protected]. We love to recognize neighbors who work hard to make our neighborhood so lovely. We have had a few committee members retire this month, so we need volunteers to keep the Yard of the Month committee going strong. If you are interested in joining our committee please send your contact information to [email protected]. (Having a great yard is NOT a requirement to be on the committee!!!) FYI... winners are not eligible to win again for 3 years. Bay Forest Board of Directors and Yard of the Month committee members are not eligible to win.
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Crime Watch: Stay up-to-date with your neighbors on the community website www.bayforest.info. There is a community message board where you can post suspicious activity that others should be aware of. Don't forget to call the Houston Police Department to report a crime or suspicious activity... Non-Emergency Calls dial 713-884-3131 and always stay alert.
National Night OutTuesday, October 1, 20136:00 pm to 9:00 pm
“Give Neighborhood Crime and Drugs a Going Away Party!”
National Night Out has become Bay Forest Block Party Night!
Pick a shady spot, bring your lawn chairs, a snack and a drink and spend some time with the people you see the most in Bay Forest, your neighbors on your block.
Grab a Snack, Put on a Smile, Lock your Doors,and Go outside to Meet Your Neighbors!
Lights on Means Lights Out for Crime. This is a reminder that putting your porch light on every night makes Bay Forest a safer place for everyone.
For more information or to register your block party, call Officer Richard Buitron at (281) 218-3900. [email protected].
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Burglary Habitation 3900 Diamond Grove Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 15800 Dunmoor Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 15900 El Dorado Oaks Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 3600 Emerald Falls Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle (2) 800 Fern Springs Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 900 Grand Nugget DrivewayBurglary Habitation 15200 Greenleaf Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 16200 Havenhurst DrivewayTheft 16400 Heatherdale Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 16000 Hickory Knoll Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Habitation 16400 Hickory Knoll Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 13500 Hidden Dell DrivewayCriminal Mischief 1400 Indian Autumn Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Habitation 15800 Lake Lodge Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 16200 Larkfield DrivewayBurglary Motor Vehicle 16400 Laurelfield DrivewayCriminal Mischief 15900 Manor Square Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation (2) 16200 Mill Point Residence/HouseAggravated Sexual Assault 15500 Oakmont Club Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 1800 Orchard Country Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 2000 Park Grand Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 4100 Pine Blossom Residence/HouseLost Or Stolen 13700 Red Coral Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 14200 Redbud Valley Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 14900 Redwood Bend DrivewayInvestigation (Other) 1 4700 Sun Harbor Residence/HouseLost Or Stolen 14700 Underwood Creek Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 2200 Village Dale Residence/HouseTheft 2200 Village Dale DrivewayBurglary Motor Vehicle (2) 14900 Village Elm DrivewayBurglary Motor Vehicle 1900 Winter Knoll Way Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 15700 Bowsprit Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 800 Bradwell Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief (2) 15800 Buccaneer Residence/HouseTheft 900 Buoy Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 14900 Cobre Valley Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 15100 Diana DrivewayForgery (Unclassified) 15100 Diana Road/St/SidewalkCriminal Mischief (Cid) 16000 Diana DrivewayTheft 16200 Diana Apartment Parking LotTheft 700 El Toro Residence/HouseTheft 2300 Fairwind Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 16000 Fathom Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 14900 Flowerwood Residence/HouseAggravated Robbery (Deadly) 2100 Gemini Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Motor Vehicle 1700 Gunwale Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 500 Heathgate Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 16500 La Avenida Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 1600 Neptune DrivewayBurglary Habitation 800 Pebbleshire Residence/HouseTheft 15400 Peermont Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 15400 Penn Hills DrivewayRobbery (Injury) By Bodily Force 900 Ramada Road/St/SidewalkTheft 1000 Ramada Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Habitation 1900 Ramada Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 800 Redway Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 900 Redway Residence/HouseTheft 15700 Sea Lark Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Habitation 800 Shadwell Residence/HouseAggravated Robbery 14900 Sun Harbor Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 15700 Thunderbay Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 15700 Thunderbay Road/St/SidewalkCriminal Mischief 16100 Thunderbay DrivewayBurglary Habitation 15500 Torry Pines Residence/HouseAggravated Robbery 16400 University Green Road/St/SidewalkBurglary Habitation 900 Wavecrest Residence/HouseTheft (Truck) 1900 Wendy Hill Residence/House
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Bay Forest Gourmet ClubThis year the Gourmet Club will be visiting some of the best wine regions in the world to taste their cuisine and sample their wines. Our first stop will be the South American wine regions of Argentina and Chile. Argentina is probably best known for its Malbec wines, which were originally grown in southeastern France. The climate and terrain in the area of Maipú, Mendoza produce an excellent Malbec which goes fabulously with grilled steaks for which Argentina is also famous. Chile is also renowned for its reds, especially Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and its white Sauvignon Blanc. While the dishes have not been finalized for the first party, which will be held on October 19, you can be sure red meat and wine will be on the menu. If we whetted your appetite for some beef, here is a recipe that was used at a previous gourmet club party. Be sure to contact us if you are interesting in attending the first party – new members are always welcome. Contact Alix at [email protected] for more information.
Filet aux Eschalottes1½ pounds large shallots (about 24), halved lengthwise, peeled3 Tbsp. Olive oil6 cups canned beef broth 1½ cups tawny Port1 Tbsp. tomato paste2 3 to 3¼ pound beef tenderloins (large ends), trimmed2 tsp. dried thyme6 Tbsp. (¾ stick) butter1½ Tbsp. all-purpose flour1 large bunch watercress
Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375ºF. In 9-inch diameter pie pan, toss shallots with oil to coat. Season with salt pepper. Roast until shallots are deep brown and very tender, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
Boil broth and Port in a large saucepan until reduced to 3¾ cups, about 30 minutes. Whisk in tomato paste. (Shallots and broth mixture can be made one day ahead. Cover separately and chill.)
Pat beef dry; sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper. In a large roasting pan set over medium-high heat, brown beef on all sides, about 7 minutes. Transfer pan to oven; roast beef until meat thermometer inserted into center registers 125ºF for medium- rare, about 45 minutes. Transfer beef to platter. Tent loosely with foil.
Spoon fat off top of pan drippings in roasting pan. Place roasting pan over high heat. Add broth mixture and bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Transfer to medium saucepan; bring to simmer. Mix 3 Tbsp. butter and flour in small bowl to form a smooth paste; whisk into broth mixture and simmer until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Whisk in 3 Tbsp. butter. Stir in roasted shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Cut beef into ½-inch slices. Spoon some sauce over each serving and garnish with watercress. Pass remaining sauce.
Source: Epicurious.com Serves: 12
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Gardeners of all levels are invited to attend the Gardeners by the Bay meetings held the first Wednesdays of each month, from September to May, at University Baptist Church (Great Room on 2nd floor) located at 16106 Middlebrook Drive.
Members and guests enjoy a light brunch from 9:00 to 9:30 am. A brief business meeting is then held prior to the main program. Guest speakers present timely programs of interest to all gardeners. Anyone interested is welcome to visit or join. Our membership includes novice gardeners as well as certified Texas Master Gardeners who are eager to share their expertise and knowledge in response to questions and concerns. Local trips are planned each year to gardens or other places of interest to gardeners. Visit us at http://gbtb.org
Gardeners by the Bay ProgramsSeptember 4, 2013 – “Herbs From Your Garden To The Dinner Table” with Lucia Ferrara Bettler of Lucia’s Garden–She will inspire us with her creative ideas and delicious recipes for our garden herbs.
October 2, 2013 – “Heirloom Gardening In The South” with Dr. William C. Welch, Professor and Texas AgriLife Extension Service Landscape Horticulturalist, Texas A & M University speaking on landscape design using “heirloom” selections. He will bring books for signing and sale... his “Perennial Garden Color” and “Antique Roses for the South” are national best sellers. His newest book is “Heirloom Gardening in the South.” He is sponsoring a nationally accredited two day Landscape Design Study Course to be held at College Station on September 23-24. To attend, you must register through the Aggie Horticulture website: aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu.
Upcoming Trip: OCTOBER 10, 2013 Self-guided tour and shopping at The Arbor Gate and lunch at The Whistle Stop Tea Room, Tomball Texas. Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Cost: $3.00 for bus plus your lunch.
Nov. 6, 2013 – “Citrus Like You’ve Never Tasted” Dec. 4, 2013 – “Good Gardening With Vegetables and Fruits” Jan. 8, 2014 – “Get Down To Earth On Getting Good Soil” Feb. 5, 2014 – “Ants..Crazy And Firey!!!” Mar. 5, 2014 – “Is Your Garden A Reflection Of You?” April 1, 2014 – “Gardeners By The Bay Annual Plant Sale”May 7, 2014 – “Gardeners By The Bay End Of Year Luncheon”
Upcoming Trips:JANUARY, 2014 Exact date TBD. Guided tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace in Galveston and lunch at Olympia Gill at Pier 21. MARCH 18, 2014 Guided tour of Peckerwood Gardens in Hempstead, TX
Please call Marjorie at 281-474-5051 for information.We’re looking forward to meeting you.
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School News
Welcome back Falcon Pass students and families! My name is Carrie Quigley and I am excited to start my second term as the Falcon Pass Elementary PTA President for the 2013-2014 school year. I have three kids myself and truly appreciate the many wonderful opportunities this district has provided them. This is my seventh and final year at Falcon Pass, truly a bittersweet time for me.
As your student begins a new school year at FPE, I encourage you to: Be Informed. Be Active. Be Your Kid’s Biggest Fan. Be PTA!
Be Informed:Make plans to attend the first PTA meeting on Wednesday, September 18, at 12:00 pm in the Teaching Theater adjacent to the library. FPE Principal, Monica Giuffre, will present her annual “Voyager Launch” presentation in which she will discuss plans and goals for the 2013-2014 school year. Come early (11:45 am) to enjoy lunch and mingle with other awesome FPE parents.
Please contact FPE PTA 1st VP of Programs Brandy Miller [email protected] for more information.
Be Active:FPE PTA is a membership organization that relies on its members to contribute their time and skills to the various campus events that are scheduled throughout the year. Consider volunteering your time and/or talents and make a difference at FPE.Please contact FPE PTA Volunteer Coordinator Kristen Hinz [email protected] for more information.
Be PTA!!For more than 100 years, the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has provided support, information and resources to families focused on the heath and education of children. By joining FPE PTA, a member automatically becomes part of the largest volunteer child-advocacy organization in the nation. PTA membership dues help fund many resources at FPE including educational enrichment programs for students, teacher scholarships, parent training, and much, much more. Join today!
Please contact FPE PTA 3rd VP of Membership Norma Fair [email protected] for more information. I am looking forward to another blockbuster year at FPE!!
Be Your Kid’s BIGGEST Fan!Carrie Quigley, FPE PTA [email protected]
Falcon Pass ElementarySchool NewsGO VOYAGERS!
Meet & Greet
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Falcon Pass Dates to Remember: September2nd School Holiday; Labor Day3rd 4th Grade Parent Night 5-6 pm4th PK and PPCD Parent Night 5-6 pm5th Ice Cream Social at Menchie’s then FPE playground 5:00 pm5th 1st grade Parent Night 5-6 pm5th 2nd grade Parent Night 6-7 pm6th Breakfast with Grandparents 7:45 am10th FPE PTA Executive Board Meeting 12 pm10th 3rd grade Parent Night 5:30 pm12th 5th grade Parent Night 5:00 pm18th FPE PTA Meeting in the Teaching Theater. 11:45 am – Lunch 12:00 pm – Program: “2013 Voyager Launch” presented by Principal, Monica Giuffre.19th JSC Deposit Day24th FPE Spirit Night at Bullrito’s on Nasa Rd 1 5:00-8:00 pm28th SPIRIT DAY 8:00 am
October3rd Early Release 12:15 pm4th Student Holiday8th FPE PTA Executive Board Meeting 11am8th FPE PTA Meeting in the Teaching Theater. 11:45am – Lunch 12:00pm – Program: FPE Counselor, Ann Johnson9th International Walk/Bike to School Day10th JSC Deposit Day11th Student Clusters 1:45 pm17th Sock Hop 6:00 pm in the gym18th Student Clusters 9:00 am / Early Release 12:15 pm21st – 25th Red Ribbon Week25th Spirit Day 8:00 am29th Spirit Night at McDonald’s 5-8 pm30th Fun Run Kick Off Pep Rally 31st Kinder fall centers
School News
Welcome Back! FPE 1st Day of School!
Edrina Fitting and the Ladybug Realtors give back to Bay Forest and support our children from elementary school through high school!
Recently awarded theTexas PTA Honorary Life Long Membership Award
1. Director of Committee: Bay Forest Yard of the Month 2. Chair person: Bay Forest Traffic and Speed Control Committee 3. Sponsor: Bay Forest Spring Crawfish Boil 4. Sponsor: Bay Forest Oktoberfest 5. Co-Sponsor: Bay Forest July 4th Bike Parade 6. Sponsor: Many of the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club Activities,
such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Ice Cream Social at the Pool and the Halloween Fall Festival
7. Sponsor: Bay Forest News 8. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Band 9. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School
Academic Recognition 10. Sponsor: CLHS Band 11. Sponsor: CLHS Girls Golf 12. Sponsor: CLHS Baseball 13. Sponsor: CLHS Project Graduation
14. Sponsor: CLHS Quarterback Club 15. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Elementary School PTA 16. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Winter Wonderland 17. Platinum Sponsor: St. Clare of Assisi Elementary School
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CLHS PTSA Scholarship NewsEach year, the CLHS PTSA awards $500 scholarships to graduating college bound seniors. Students may apply by filling out an application in their senior year. Here are some important details to apply for a PTSA scholarship this year:1. All applicants must be a senior and must be a member of the
PTSA in their senior year.2. Membership deadline is October 15, 2013 to be eligible.3. No applications will be accepted if membership is received
after this date. Applicants will be judged on several factors including:• Academic achievement (consider difficulty of courses, GPA and SAT/ ACT scores)• Educational goals (Essay)• Involvement in school, community and/or job• Recommendations (counselor, teacher, and other adult)• Number of years applicant joined the PTSA Watch for information about the application process in the spring! We'll see you at the popcorn machine! Mark your Calendars - Grade Level Parent MeetingsSenior Parent Night - Tuesday, September 17 from 7-8:30 pmJunior Parent Night - Monday, September 23 from 7-8:30 pmSophomore Parent Night - Tuesday, October 1 from 7-8:30 pmFreshman Parent Night - Tuesday, September 24 from 7-8:30
Science Fair UpdateIt is time to start the paperwork for your EXTRA CREDIT SCIENCE FAIR PROJECT! To get started: Submit your CCISD Experimental Design Project/Topic Approval Form to the CLHS Science Fair Coach, Brenda Pinchbeck, for initial approval prior to completing the SRC paperwork. Science Fair Information and forms can be found on the school district website. Once your topic has been approved, we will get you started on your paperwork for final approval! Don't delay...the school science fair will be the week of December 9. From the Office...The office will only accept academic related items for students, i.e. homework, books, lunches. Anything else will not be accepted. To reduce classroom interruptions, messages regarding deliveries will not be sent to students. The delivered item will be kept in the office until the student comes to claim it. ALSO, please note, the office will not accept fountain drinks. These drink cups sweat and spill easily, for that reason, they will not be accepted. Our goal is for every student to come to school prepared and ready to learn.
Attention Visitors! For the safety of our students and of those within the school, visitors must report to the main office and officially register through the visitor check in system and receive a badge prior to admittance to the school. Students may not go to the parking lot or outside the building to meet a visitor or parent. Visitors or parents who wish to deliver a lunch to a student must check in at the front office. Persons with official business are permitted on the school campus. Nonstudents, such as friends from other schools, or siblings or relatives may not be on campus to visit during the school day without permission from the principal. Pets or animals, other than certified assistance animals are not to be brought to school without prior approval. Visitors to individual classrooms during instructional time shall be permitted only with the principal's approval, and such visits should be limited to a duration of fifteen to twenty minutes. Visits are not permitted if their duration or frequency interferes with the delivery of instruction or disrupts the normal school environment. All visitors are expected to demonstrate the highest standards of courtesy and conduct; disruptive behavior will not be permitted. Unauthorized visitors may have charges of trespassing filed against them.
Teacher Welcome Back Breakfast
Thank you to the PTSA parent volunteers who helped to provide a delicious and nutritious breakfast for the Lake faculty and staff this past week. And many thanks to the faculty and staff who completed a membership form and joined the LAKE PTSA!
Thank you one and all!
2 Lunches = 5 extra minutes This school year Lake has gone from three lunch periods to just two. This new schedule has given students and staff five extra minutes at lunch each day! Plus extra faculty collaboration time. View Lake's 2013-2014 revised bell schedule for advisory, late arrival and pep rally schedules.
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TRASH SERVICE MYTH: Bay Forest, we pay for back door trash pick-up because we're lazy.Actually, that’s far from the truth. The biggest benefit of back-door pick-up is the positive impact it has on our property values. Many new Bay Forest homeowners comment on how much more attractive they found Bay Forest to be – versus surrounding neighborhoods with curbside trash pick-up – when they were home shopping. Our streets aren’t cluttered with trash cans at the ends of every driveway twice a week. Over the years the question has come up many times about why Bay Forest does not just opt for City service and save money. The question is brought up and addressed in our annual meetings in October. Based on the feedback of the residents present, the overwhelming feedback received is that Bay Forest residents want to maintain the type of service that historically has been provided – twice-a-week pick-up at the back door – and help maintain our property values.
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Bay Forest School News
VARSITY
09/04 Pasadena Mem. Away09/11 Baytown Sterling Away09/19 Conroe Home09/26 Clear Creek* Home10/03 Clear Brook* Away10/10 Brazoswood* Home10/17 Clear Springs* Away10/30 Clear Falls* Home11/06 Dickinson* Away
09/04 Pasadena Mem. Home09/11 Baytown Sterling Home09/19 Conroe Away09/26 Clear Creek* Away 10/03 Clear Brook* Home10/10 Brazoswood* Away10/17 Clear Springs* Home10/31 Clear Falls* Away11/06 Dickinson* Home
*Denotes District Game
09/05 Pasadena Memorial Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Youth Football Night
09/12 Baytown Sterling Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Teacher Appreciation09/20 Conroe Away Moorhead Stad. 7:00 pm09/27 Clear Creek* Away CCISD Veterans 6:00 pm10/04 Clear Brook* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Intermediate School Night10/11 Brazoswood* Away Hopper Stad. 7:00 pm10/18 Clear Springs* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Homecoming10/31 Clear Falls* Away CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm11/07 Dickinson* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Senior Night
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fRoShDARk/LIghT4:30/6:30 pm at High Schools
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CLEAR LAKE BOYS BASKETBALLClear Lake Boys Basketball is a competitive developmental league for boys in the Clear Lake Area.
Teams are formed by draft after an evaluation session. New player tryouts will begin in November, team formation mid-November with practices starting after Thanksgiving.
If you live in one of the following Intermediate School attendance zones (Space Center, Clear Lake City, Seabrook, and Westbrook) and you will be at least 9 years old by July 31, 2014, then we invite you to visit our website for details and a link to our online registration program.
Please note: This year we will have on-line registration only! Online registration opens September 15th. Questions and registration information can be found on the website at www.clearlakeboysbasketball.org
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FREE ADULT PROGRAMSRetirement Planning Seminars – 6:30 pm Gain the confidence needed to make informed retirement decisions with less stress. Each class covers a different topic useful to those planning for retirement and those already in retirement. Classes are free, open to the public and for educational purposes only.9/11 – How to Develop Your Retirement Plan9/18 – Social Security, Medicare & Long Term Care 9/25 – Investing for Retirement Income – Part 1
Small Business Counseling With Score *Small Business Owners call the library for an appointment at (281) 488-1906 or go to http://goo.gl/QWbbD8Tuesdays, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24 Wednesdays, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25
College Series – 9/21 Crafting Your Personal Statement at 10:30 amScott Furtwengler, former Dean of the Honors Program at San Jacinto Community College, will present on writing personal essays in the college application process. Dean Furtwengler has served on several selection committees in addition to preparing students for the application process for major scholarships, such as the Rhodes Scholarship, Harry S. Truman Scholarship, the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, and more.
TGIF Series – Every Friday – 10:30 am - 12:00 pmCome join us every Friday for educational, entertaining, fun topics for adults of all ages. Light refreshments served.9/6, Texas Law Help – Elliott Fontenette with Texas Law Help will speak to us about the free legal services. 9/13, Technology Petting Zoo – Come learn a variety of gadgets and gizmos firsthand. 9/20, Life Gift Organization will educate us about organ donation. 9/27 at 10:15 am, Film Series – Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as we view a movie starring Eduardo Verástegui, Tammy Blanchard, and Manny Perez.
Genealogy Classes – 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm in Computer Lab Come join us and learn how to use Family Search for your genealogy research from the experts! Volunteers from a local Family History Center will teach the class and provide assistance with searching. Class will be held in the computer lab for 6 weeks on Tuesdays, starting 9/10th.
Hispanic Heritage Month – 4-6 pm in Community RoomThursday, 9/19 All ages celebration-- We will have piñatas, crafts & music so bring the whole family! ESL PROGRAM HCPL’s literacy and English as a second language programs help adults with the basic reading and writing and/or spoken English skills they need to reach work, family and personal goals. Freeman Library provide a place where tutors and students from a variety of cultural and educational backgrounds can meet to share what they have learned. To find out more information or to register for a tutorial session, please call the library at 281 488 1906.
Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
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The Bay Forest News will run ads for our Bay Forest teenagers free of charge. Please send your ad including your name,
birth date, and telephone number to: TEENS - THE BAY FOREST NEWS
15822 MANOR SQUARE, HOUSTON, TX 77062 Call 281-660-4965 and ask for Marita if you have any questions.
TEEN JOB DIRECTORYBABYSITTERS & PET SITTERS
Rachel Bentley 2/94 281-286-3831Abbey Cain 12/93 281-480-8189 (h) 832-477-0135 (c)Lauryn Hanley 3/96 281-480-6839Lauren Jones 5/98 281-823-7076 (h) 832-683-3733 (c)Drew Musachia 9/91 281-212-5811 (h) 281-486-2051 (c)Paul Shaffer 8/94 281-486-7088Brad Sullivan 10/95 281-480-5309Maddy Wimberly 3/95 281-286-8860 (h) 832-444-3248 (c)Sarah Yarbrough 9/93 281-286-4465
BABYSITTERSLaura Allan 6/92 281-990-8791Rachel Dudash 5/92 281-286-3672Alexandra Hunt-Riley 11/94 281-961-5192Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)Alice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639Alexis Wendes 2/94 281-486-0637Rachel Zandy 12/96 281-286-0426
PET SERVICESGabbi Guiscardo 281-573-8375 — Dog WalkingAlexandra Hunt-Riley 11/94 281-961-5192 — Pet SittingRobert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064 — Pet SittingAlex Lauzon 5/99 281-218-0064 — Pet SittingMichelle O’Bert 7/94 281-480-4833 — Pet SittingAlberto Quinones 8/96 832-228-2507 — Pet SittingAlexis Wendes 2/94 281-486-0637 — Pet SittingJack Wendes 3/98 281-486-0367 — Pet SittingAlex Woerner 8/96 281-486-6960 — Pet Sitting
MATH TUTORAbbey Cain 12/93 281-480-8189 (h) 832-477-0135 (c)Richard Cao 1/97 281-480-2033 (h) [email protected] Fouty 8/90 713-252-7248Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)Alice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639
SPANISH TUTOR (Elementary to High School)Hugo Hernandez, Jr. 9/91 281-323-9722Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)
PIANO TEACHERAlice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639
POWER WASHINGIsaac Fouty 9/91 713-252-2578Robert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064Alberto Quinones 8/96 832-228-2507
LAWN MOWINGRobert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064Alberto Quinones 8/96 832-228-2507
CURB ADDRESS PAINTINGVictor Ungar 6/00 281-486-7776
Teen Events at the Freeman Library9/7 KAPLAN Free SAT Practice Exam at 10:30 amTake a free practice exam to help you prepare for the SAT. *Registration is required. Register online at http://goo.gl/vsJmxT or call the library at 281-488-1906. Bring Number 2 pencils and a calculator.
9/11 Science Wednesday: Candy Bar Geography at 4:30 pm Learn more about geography and supply chains while enjoying your favorite chocolates.
9/21 Crafting Your Personal Statement at 10:30 amScott Furtwengler, former Dean of the Honors Program at San Jacinto Community College, will present on writing personal essays in the college application process. Dean Furtwengler has served on several selection committees in addition to preparing students for the application process for major scholarships, such as the Rhodes Scholarship, Harry S. Truman Scholarship, the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, and more.
9/23 Make It! Monday: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage at 4:30 pmJoin us in the Zone and celebrate Hispanic Heritage through music, art and crafts.
9/25 Freeman Teens Read Book Club at 4:30 pmWhat have you been reading lately? Join our Book Club to share your recent favorites and get recommendations from other readers.
9/28 Girl Scout SWAPSSortunity Day! Registration opens, Wednesday, August 28th. To register, please contact the Reference Desk on the second floor. Girl Scouts come make the swaps, trade them and make friends.
9/30 Teen Advisory Board at 4:30 pmLet your voice be heard! Gain leadership experience working with other teens on special projects and developing teen programming.
Game On! Join us on 9/12 and 9/26 for board games, card games, video games and more.
Free & Fun Children’s ProgramsSeptember 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Toddler Time 11:15September 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Chess Club at 6:30 September 3rd,10th, 17th, 24th Toddler Time 10:15 & 11:15September 3rd, 10th,17th, 24th Preschool Storytime 1:30September 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Book Babies 10:15 & 11:15 September 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Preschool Storytime 1:30
Ongoing Programs9/3 & 9/17 at 10:30 am – Freeman Needlecrafters 9/5 at 6:30 pm – Clear Lake Science Fiction & Fantasy Bk GroupStarting 9/9 – Adult “Crafts-to-Go!”, backside is a cultural trivia. 9/9 at 7:30 pm – Freeman Mystery Book Club9/11 at 7:00 pm – YA Book Club for Adults9/12 at 7:00 pm – Appy Hour, Discover and learn different apps! 9/14 & 9/28 at 10:00 am – Clear Lake Area Writers (CLAW) 9/25 at 7:30 pm – Hofstetter Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club Thursday, 9/26 at 7:00 pm – Great Books Book Club
Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
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PERSONAL AD POLICYThere is no charge for a Bay Forest resident to place a Personal Ad in the Bay Forest News. Please email the information that is to appear in the ad to [email protected].
There is no charge for a Bay Forest teen to adver tise in the Teen Job Directory. Get your ad to Marita Moran at [email protected] by the 20th of the month.
COMMERCIAL AD POLICYAd Sizes CostBusiness Card $ 25.001/4 page $ 40.001/2 page $ 75.00Full page $ 150.00Inserts $ 60.00 (you print 200 inserts)
5% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 3 months of advertising space.10% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 6 months of advertising space.15% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 10 months of advertising space.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION INSERT FEES Organizations based within the Bay Forest Community will be charged $25.00 for inserts—all other non-profit organi za tions will be charged $35.00 for inserts. THE BAY FOREST NEWS IS ISSUED THE 1ST WEEK OF EVERY MONTH, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE JUNE/ JULY AND THE DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUES (10 ISSUES PER YEAR).
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ARTICLESOR ADS IS THE 20TH OF THE MONTH.
EDITOR: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 e-mail: [email protected]: Ramona Pias Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 Rosie Pieri (281) 480-7314 Elizabeth LauzonADVERTISING: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965ACCOUNTANT: Cindy CarmineGRAPHIC DESIGN: KrispGraphix (832) 372-5127, [email protected]: 850 householdsPRINTER: MI Printing (281) 486-9884
EDITORIAL NOTESContributions to this paper are welcome; articles, letters to the editor, complaints, compliments, etc. Please submit your copy—typed, if possible, to Marita Moran at 15822 Manor Square by the 20th of the month.
Although all contributions are welcome, we cannot guarantee to print everything that is submitted. The editor reserves the right to edit copy where required.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRINTED REFLECT THE OPIN IONS OF THE AUTHORS ONLY, AND NOT THOSE OF THE BAY FOREST NEWS OR ANY OF ITS STAFF. TO BE PUB LISHED, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MUST INCLUDE A NAME AND PHONE NUMBER— THE EDITORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO OMIT THE NAME AT THE WRITER’S REQUEST.
Bay Forest News sends a Special Thanks to KROGER for donating the plastic bags
for our newsletters!
The Bay Forest News Staff
OFFICERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Dennis Fouty [email protected] Vice President Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Treasurer John HaasSecretary Barbara McCollum Director Dan Pias
COMMITTEES - Bay Forest Community AssociationARC Dennis Fouty [email protected] ACLC Barbara McCollum [email protected] 281-488-0123Tennis - Mens Greg Blackburn [email protected] H: 281-480-8280 [email protected] C: 281-743-3802Tennis - Womens Pam Doty [email protected] 281-286-7471 Pool/Tennis Dan Pias [email protected] 281-480-7266Social Committee John Haas COA/Parks Dan Pias [email protected] of the Month John Haas [email protected]/Traffic Committee Gene FisselerTrash Service Oversight Gene FisselerLong Range Planning Dennis Fouty [email protected] Realtor Advisory Board Dennis Fouty Community Relations Gene Fisseler [email protected] Management Oversight Dennis FoutyCrime/Community Watch Gene Fisseler www.clcw.org Website Oversight Dennis Fouty [email protected] Committee John HaasORGANIZATIONSGarden Club Katy Lednicky www.GBTB.org 281-488-5655Gourmet Club Alex Valenti [email protected]’ Club Joy King [email protected] 281-486-1834Blue Marlins Blue Marlins Hotline 832-247-5035OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERSThe Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: [email protected] 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062AmeriWaste 281-331-8400City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1Officer Richard Buitron HPD Liaison / 2855 Bay Area Blvd. 77058 281-218-3900Report Suspicious Activity • Non-Emergency # 713-884-3131Poison Control 281-766-4403Albert Thomas Post Office Frances Nix-Davis 281-488-8315
CLEAR CREEK SCHOOLS SERVING BAY FORESTFalcon Pass Elementary CLHS 9th Grade Center281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 281-284-2400 Fax: 281-284-2905 Office Hours: 7:45 am to 3:45 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pmSchool Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 am School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/FalconPass.aspx
Space Center Intermediate Clear Lake High School281-284-3300 Fax: 281-284-3305 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-19058:00 am to 4:00 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/SpaceCenterInt.aspx www.ccisd.net/school/clear_lake.html
Leash LawDogs and cats may not “run at large” in Houston. “Running at large” means going on public or private property without the owner or another person having direct physical control of the animal. An animal on a leash is considered to be under direct physical control of a person.“Running at large” may result in impoundment of the animal or in the issuance of one or more citations. For more info visit http://www.ci.houston.tx.us/departme/health/barc3.htm
Houston Department of Health and Human Services
CenterPoint Energy maintains streetlights throughout our electric service territory in and around Houston. Go to the link below to report a streetlight outage. You will be asked to provide:
• pole number for the non-functioning lights you want to report• contact information (in case more info is needed to locate a streetlight)• an e-mail address (if you want feedback regarding your repair request)• the number of streetlights you would like to report
Visit CenterPoint Energy’s webpage for reporting streetlights out: www.centerpointenergy.com/services/electricity/residential/reportastreetlightoutage/
Report general power outages by calling 713-207-2222 or 1-800-332-7143
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