Published monthly by the Villages of Westcreek Owners' Association

Communications Committee - June 1, 2023 Edition!

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BOARD OFFICER ASSIGNMENTS

Some Board of Directors' positions were re-assigned at the May Board Meeting held on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Here are the final assignments:

• President: Elaine Maurer
• Vice President: Brandon Schuler
• Treasurer: Brian Bush
• Secretary: Lynette Bradley
• Assistant Secretary: Heather Mallia

Submitted by: Elaine Maurer, President, VWOA Board of Directors

I would like to recognize Lorraine Adams for her amazing contribution to the neighborhood and the city.

Lorraine drives around the neighborhood, collecting donations from residents for several organizations, sometimes weekly. I see her as a representation of our villages. She thoughtfully takes the time to post her haul and thank those who donated. But she’s the one filling up her car repeatedly and making the trip to several places throughout the city, such as SAPA (San Antonio Pets Alive), Dress for Success, and Haven for Hope.

Donating makes everyone feel good, and Lorraine makes it easy.

Thank you, Lorraine!

Submitted by: Lynette Bradley, VWOA Secretary

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GOT A NEIGHBOR YOU WANT TO RECOGNIZE?

Remember that Neighbors don’t have to live next door, just someone who lives in Westcreek. It could be as simple as a mom who helps out by picking up a child from school. Or a neighbor who cuts your yard for you just because, or brings in your trash cans. Does not have to be a grand gesture just something that made your life easier, made you happy, or was just thoughtful. If you would like to recognize their good deeds and show your appreciation, please submit your recommendation by a deadline of the 20th day of the month prior to publication; to: frontoffice@villagesofwestcreek.com.

SATURDAY- JUNE 17, 2023

FROM 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM (OR UNTIL DUMPSTERS GET FULL)

This event will be held at the VWOA Sports Park overflow parking lot at 12354 Military Drive West. Enter the park from the west side of Military Drive West only!

This event is FREE to the residents of the Villages of Westcreek. You will be required to have a valid VWOA RFID card. If you need to update your card, please do it before Friday-June 16, 2023.

Limit 1 vehicle load per household. Every resident must be able to dispose of their trash in the appropriate dumpsters. If you need assistance, please plan accordingly.

The following items are not acceptable for disposal:

No items that contain hazardous materials will be accepted. Hazardous materials include but are not limited to the following items: paints, solvents, TVs, chemicals, oils, batteries, antifreeze, gas cylinders, refrigerators, freon, flammable liquids, explosives, tree stumps, brush, tires, foam, and rubber.

Submitted by: Melissa Garcia - VWOA Office Manager

Submitted by: Bill Fenstermacher - Vice Chair, VWOA Communications Committee

Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use? Your medicine is for you, and what’s safe for you might be harmful to someone else. The best way to dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused medicines is through a drug take-back program.

The Walgreens Pharmacy at Grosenbacher and Potranco has a Safe Medication drop-off box in the Pharmacy waiting area.

Click here to learn how the Walgreens Safe Medication program works!

Submitted by: Bill Fenstermacher - Vice Chair, VWOA Communications Committee

We would like to welcome our newest member of the Architecture Review Committee (ARC), John Anderson. John joins the ARC as a Regular Member. 

We appreciate each ARC member volunteer for their dedication and time devoted to processing Property Improvement Aplications from homeowners each month and their work in updating the Standards. 

A huge “Thank You” to Michel Rico, who recently stepped down from the ARC. Current ARC Members are as follows:

• ARC Chair – Vacant
• Regular Member - John Anderson
• Regular Member - Victor Estello
• Alternate Member - Bill Fenstermacher 
• Alternate Member - Matt Ninan

Submitted by: Elaine Maurer, VWOA President

SOLICITATION FOR VOLUNTEER ARC REGULAR MEMBER

The Villages of Westcreek Owners' Association is currently recruiting to fill a Regular Member vacancy on the Architectural Review Committee (ARC).  You must be a homeowner to be appointed by the Board of Directors to serve on this committee.

The primary objective of the ARC is to enhance and preserve property values throughout the community while being as consistent and fair as possible with their decisions and recommendations. The ARC has the authority to:

•  Adopt and administer the review process on behalf of the VWOA;  
• Review and approve or disapprove plans and specifications for each Property Improvement Application (PIA) regarding changes to the premises;  
• Make changes to the "Standards for Architectural Design and Property Maintenance" as deemed necessary in accordance with the CC&Rs and applicable Federal, State, and local laws; and, 
• Make reasonable efforts to assist the applicants with their requests and any other concerns regarding the "Standards."

ARC members will be trained and expected to conduct business using an automated system. This system allows ARC members to digitally view, comment, approve or deny PIAs.

Ideal candidates will need to

• have access to a computer and the internet.
• be available consistently to meet in person should homeowners request a meeting to discuss their PIA. 
• have knowledge of the CC&Rs and the VWOA's standards.

Additional duties and responsibilities are outlined in the "Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (Article IX - Architectural Review Committee)" and "Standards for Architectural Design and Property Maintenance."

HOW TO APPLY!

CLICK HERE to send an email to the VWOA Community Manager to submit your name for consideration. Be sure to include your home address, phone number, and email address.

Submitted by: Lynette Bradley - Secretary, VWOA Board of Directors

COMMUNITY UPDATES



1. Monuments at Daisy Field and Potranco-OPEN- The Community Manager reached out to her contact at TXDOT after the last Board meeting to confirm and get clarification on the right-of-way location. She is currently still awaiting a response.    
2. Garden Lily and Talley Road-OPEN- At the May Board Meeting, a motion was made by Elaine Maurer to change the location to Talley and Westcreek View, as this is a main entrance into the community. The motion was seconded by Brian Bush, and all Board members were in favor. The Community Manager will begin working with the county to see if approval is possible.      
3. Pointe Monument-CLOSED- This project has been completed and is now closed. It will be removed for the June 2023 Board Meeting.
4. Maintenance Shop Replacement-OPEN- The contract for this has been signed, and the deposit invoice paid. This project is currently scheduled to begin after the completion of the concrete pad and electrical installation.   
5. Maintenance Shop Concrete Pad-OPEN- The vendor has updated us to let the Board and staff know that we have completed the first steps of the permitting process. He is now working with Bexar County Public Works and the Fire Marshall to continue the permitting process.
6. Standards Revision-OPEN- The Board and the ARC members had a workshop in late February 2023. They will need to have an additional workshop to complete the review of the changes being recommended. This has been scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Submitted by: Maria Robinson - VWOA Community Manager

Submitted by: Bill Fenstermacher - Alternate Member, Architectural Review Committee

The Villages of Westcreek offers a variety of Health and Fitness Programs throughout the year. Please click on the following link to see the latest information about these programs:  https://villagesofwestcreek.com/recreation/healthandfitness/

Submitted by: Melissa Garcia - VWOA Office Manager

Our Neighborhood has partnered, once again, with Training By Carol swim lessons to offer lessons to our members this summer.

She is starting to accept registrations from the neighborhood on April 1st. Go to the Facebook page Training By Carol for details and the registration link.

Weekday Sessions are 2 weeks long meeting M-TH with F as a makeup ONLY if the instructor has to cancel a class. Classes are 30 minutes running back-to-back from 8:00-10:00 am depending on age/ability. This summer there will also be a Weekend Session offered as well, meeting Saturday and Sunday for the month of June for the 8 thirty-minute classes. The ages of children in these group classes are 3 1/2 yrs. and up. The fee is $125 per swimmer per session with a $5 discount if paying cash. The $25 nonrefundable deposit is due upon registration and the remainder is due on day one. Participants must be a member of Villages of Westcreek or be a quest of and be with a member of Villages of Westcreek and have access to the pool. 

WE S2 June Sat./Sun. (Instructor: Karli)

S3 June 5-16 M-TH (Instructor: Cassie)

S4 June 19-30 M-TH (Instructor: Cassie) 

S5 July 10-21 M-TH (Instructor: Cassie)

S6 July 24-August 4 M-TH (Instructor: Cassie)

S7 August 7-18 M-TH (Instructor: Cassie) 

FARMERS MARKET - June 3^rd, 2023

ENJOY BINGO on Tuesday, June 13^th at 1:00 PM

MOVIE NIGHT - Friday, June 16^th, 2023

Upcoming Events Submitted by: Melissa Garcia - VWOA Office Manager

SOCCER CAMP - JULY 31^st THRU AUG 4^th, 2023

Villages of Westcreek is delighted to partner with Challenger International Soccer Camps this summer!

Professional coaches from Challenger Sports will be coming to Villages of Westcreek to deliver a week long camp for our players. If you register by June 30th you will receive a Free International Soccer Jersey!

Please click the link below for more information on the camps & to register.

Registration Link: https://challenger.configio.com/orglandingpage?org=63597

Camp Dates: July 31-Aug 4



If you have any questions or need support registering for camp, please contact;

camps@challengersports.com | 1-844-674-8404

or

Jason Dunbar

Villages of Westcreek

Parks & Recreation Manager

Phone -210-748-2245

Email- activities@villagesofwestcreek.com

Submitted by: Jason Dunbar - VWOA Parks and Recreation Manager

There is no universal formula for how much to water. Multiple factors affect what YOUR specific garden, landscape, or turf, needs. These factors may include the type of plants or a variety of turf, how much sun the area receives or how hot your specific microclimate might be, whether you have a sloping landscape where water tends to run off quickly, and whether it has rained recently.

Signs You Need to Water (but not always)

• Plants look wilted (feel soil first…wilt can just be heat stress, and plants may pop back up in the morning; if they don’t, then water).
• Leaves may become curled or crispy and brown at the tips.
• Turf does not ‘spring back’ when walked on, footprints are left indented.
• You have newly planted plants that need to be watered more until their roots have grown and extended as far as established plants.

Watering Tips

• Water in the mornings if you can.
• Water slower and deeper, but less frequently. This teaches plants to rely on their roots to search for moisture in the soil.
• Water roots and drip lines of plants. Eliminate overhead watering that lands on leaves and evaporates quickly. Use sprinklers for turf and drip irrigation or soaker hoses for garden beds.
• Double-check that your sprinklers aren’t watering hard surfaces like a sidewalk, patio, or fence.

Extra Water-Saving Tips

• Don’t buy water-guzzling plants. Research native plants that can handle periods of drought once established.
• Buy a rain gauge so you know exactly how much rain your landscape receives.

Extra, Extra Tips for Watering Efficiency

• Weed often. Weeds steal moisture and nutrients from your plants. They are easier to pull out when they are young.
• Mulch plants (but leave space around trunks of trees and around stems and crowns of shrubs and perennials. Make a donut out of mulch, not a volcano).
• Most soil will benefit and hold more moisture when amended with compost (can usually skip this if planting native).

Information courtesy of Rainbow Gardens www.rainbowgardens.biz.

Submitted by: Michelle de Jongh - Communications Committee Secretary