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Candidates for the EP Board of Directors position

epmgr — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:42:53 -0600

Elice Palmer
I have lived in Encino Park for the past 20 years and have been involved in most every aspect of the Encino Park neighborhood and community. I have been involved for many years with the Encino Park Swim Team, pool committee, the Play Group and the Women’s Club. I have 3 children of varying ages so I have also been involved with the local schools. I am employed part time as a Physical Therapist with NEISD.
I have been on the EPHOA board of directors for 2 terms and would like to run for another to complete many of the current projects. Since I have lived here in Encino Park for so many years and have been involved as the chairperson of several of the EPHOA committees, I feel like I can give the other board members that don’t have that experience some insight into many issues that face our community. The job of the board is often very frustrating but it is also rewarding when you see how our neighborhood continues to be one of the best places to live north of Hwy 281.
Thanks in advance for taking the time to read these nominations and voting for your board of directors.
John Kirschbaum
Hello, my name is John Kirschbaum, and I would like to ask to be considered for one of the open positions on the EPHOA Board. I am seeking to be re-elected, as I have served on the Board the past two years, most recently as its President.
A quick bit on my history with Encino Park - My parents moved us into the Oaks of Encino Park when we had, I think, the third house on the block, back in 1984, and this house has been on our family ever since. I recently started my own family and purchased this home from my parents so that I can have a wonderful place to raise my children as well. I now work from home in the medical research field, so I literally spend about 23 to 24 hours in Encino Park every day. I believe a sense of community is extremely important to stave off the influences of corporate greed, political mischief, and other threats to people who are just trying to raise their family on a fun and loving neighborhood. Please consider me (and for that matter, my family) for this important position.
Jennifer Pressly Sobotik

My name was Jennifer Pressly, but I was married a year ago July, and so now I go by Jennifer Pressly Sobotik. I was raised in Encino Park. My family grew up in "The Oaks" of Encino Park. I attended Encino Park Elementary, Driscoll, and Churchill/Reagan. During my childhood years, I swam on the Encino Park Swim Team, played soccer, and was part of the Encino Park community. During high school, my family moved over to "The Estates" off of Park Ranch. I went off to Texas A&M University in College Station, where I studied 4-8 Interdisciplinary Studies, focusing on Reading, English, and Social Studies. During the summers, I would come home, lifeguard, teach swim lessons, coach swim team, and enjoy having summers off in Encino Park with all my friends. I graduated in 2007, and moved back to Encino Park, where I bought a house on Encino Hollow. I was hired as a middle school teacher at Wood Middle School, where I was teaching for several years. Since becoming a Sobotik, I moved to a house about 6 houses up from my father, on Park Ranch, where we now are raising our son, Brayden. I am now a stay-at-home mom, working here and there for my father, and enjoying the beautiful neighborhood where I grew up in.

Encino Park Elections for 2012

epmgr — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:33:25 -0600

Ballot for Encino Park Homeowners’ Association Board of Directors
• Each homeowner is allotted one vote per unit.
• There are three vacancies, each serving a three year term position
• You are required to vote for 3 candidates on the ballot below. Please put and X next to each name you choose. If you choose to write-in a candidate please make sure that you have only voted for 2 of the candidate already listed.
• Three is the maximum number of candidates you can vote for.
• Your signature and address information validates the ballot.
• The ballot may be dropped off at the HOA office, put into the lock box or mailed to the EPHOA, 1923 Encino Rio, San Antonio, TX 78259
• Ballots must be received at the EPHOA no later than October 13th 2011 by 7:00 P.M. to be valid
BALLOT FOR ENCINO PARK HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
(Choose your candidate(s)
Please put an X by your selected candidate

John Kirschbaum ________
Elice Palmer ________
Jennifer Sobotik ________

These three candidates’ will make a complete Board of Directors

Write in Name: __________________________________________ ________

Write in Name: __________________________________________ ________
_________________________________________________________________________

Print Your Name: ______________________________________________________

Sign Your Name: ______________________________________________________

Your address: _____________________________________Phone # ______________

San Antonio, TX 78259 E-mail address___________________________

Solicitors

ahb78259 — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:53:01 -0700

Inquiring minds would like to know when the BOARD OF DIRECTORS are going to become pro-active and stop all these solicitors from leaving their trash on my doorstep, interupting me from doing my job with all their doorbell ringing and knocking?

I spoke with the City of San Antonio Police Department. They stated it is up to the homeowners association to post at the entry, something along the line of "EPHOA Adheres to the San Antonio City Ordinance Code for PEDDLERS Section 16-237 and all solicitors and peddlers without a permit are in violation with this code will be escorted OUT OF THIS NEIGHBORHOOD" Or if at the entry a sign was posted that reads something along the line of: "NO SOLICITATION ALLOWED IN EP PER THE San Antonio City Ordinance Code for Peddlers Section 16-237 WITHOUT A PERMIT!"

I am getting fed up with all the solicitaion going on in this neighborhood -- however, I also work at home and this is negatively impacting myself with all the door knockers and bell ringers that are peddling in this neighboorhood. While I appreciate growth around our neighborhhod, these businesses need to comply with the city ordanance which was one of the reasons I moved here over a decade ago.

BCAD does not reference my address posted below my signature line, due to past nature of my career. Kathy at your office knows me, as does John, since he and I spoke recently on this very topic.

Again, I spoke with the SAPD and this is what they shared! PLEASE WORK WITH US THAT RESIDE HERE TO BRING THIS TRASH PRODUCING, INTERRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR TO A HAULT
Please advise!
Sincerely,
AHB
1941 Creek Mountain St
SATX 78259
P.S.

Santa Claus is coming to Encino Park

epmgr — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:56:47 -0700

Santa Claus will be stopping by the Community Center on Saturday December 4th from 9:00 am -12:00 pm.
The kids will be able to make a simple photo frame and decorate cookies to take with them. All we ask is that you bring an unwrapped household item such as blankets, socks, toaster etc... to donate to the San Antonio Family Services Organization. Santa's Elf's are busy making all the toys.

Info / Bio on new Board Members

knickels — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 20:45:33 -0600

Congrats to our new Board Members!

Wayne M. Alvarez
Wayne is a semi-retired business professional having worked for several Fortune 500 technology companies including IBM, General Signal, and Lucent Technology. His background is in engineering and business development. He lived in Encino Park the first time in the early 80's when working for Datapoint. His house was the 6th house to be built on Encino Knoll. Back then, HWY281 was a sleepy, lightly traveled road and Encino Park was an isolated enclave, remotely located from the city and all shopping amenities. Furthermore, the neighborhood had to independently support its own MUD, Fire, and police support. It wasn't long before the neighborhood sought annexation to the city and it was felt that someone with a Hispanic last name should make the pitch to the then reigning mayor, young Henry Cisneros. He was given that honor and the rest is history. High Tech took us away to many different locations - Dallas, Los Angeles, Allentown, and Austin. He returned to Encino Park 5 years ago. The neighborhood continues to have a special place in his heart. The ensuing growth that has transpired off of N 281 is mind boggling. Maintaining a healthy and vibrant Encino Park neighborhood is why he seeks your vote for serving on the Board of Directors.

Karl Hoffman
Karl is a financial analyst with 15 years experience in banking and financial services. He earned both a BBA and MS in Finance from UTSA and, in addition to his full time position with USAA, he teaches financial modeling techniques at UTSA. Karl has served on the EPHOA Finance Committee for about two years and currently serves as the Chairman. He recently authored and obtained the Committee’s approval and the Board’s adoption of the HOA’s new Investment Policy. Prior to his career as a financial analyst, Karl served 22 years in the U.S. Air Force, settling in San Antonio, his home since 1979.

Karl and his family have been residents of EP for three years but, he explains, “I’ve actually had my eye on Encino Park since the late 1980’s. It’s a great neighborhood, and ideally situated. Now that my family and I are residents, I want to actively serve this community and keep Encino Park one of the most desired subdivisions in this city.” Community service is not new to Karl. In the past, he has served in positions as Treasurer of the Medina Base (Lackland AFB) Senior Noncommissioned Officers Association and President of the UTSA Economics and Finance Club. Karl is also an active member of the Alamo Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants.

Thomas W. Troll

Tom and his wife Rhonda have been residents of Encino Park for 13 years and live on the cutting edge of the subdivision (the furthest western street). Tom is currently serving as the HOA representative on the Environmental Impact Study for 281 at the behest of the Board. Tom will rely on his 23 + years of management experience in regulatory, rates and tariffs at Southwestern Bell (now AT&T) to effectively assist the Board on day-to-day issues as well as long term goals that will assure the vitality of our community and making Encino Park a place we are proud to call home. Tom is very active at his church and has served on numerous boards and committees from the Cub Scouts to Ballet Austin. He is eager to address any questions you may have.

The Big Screen at the Community Center

epmgr — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 17:02:22 -0600

The Big Screen is coming to Encino Park on Saturday October 30th. Please join us for a fun evening under the stars. Pack a picnic basket, beverage of your choice, no glass bottles, a blanket or chairs and meet us behind the community center at 6:30 pm. Parking will be along Encino Rio. The Boy Scouts will be selling popcorn so keep that in mind.
The movie showing is The Ghost and Mr. Chicken. It is a Don Knots movie and is rated for the whole family.
Please call the HOA office with any questions.
Hope to see you there.

The Big Screen at the Community Center

epmgr — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 16:46:05 -0600

Dear Residents,

The Big Screen is coming to Encino Park on Saturday October 30th. Please join us for a fun evening under the stars. The movie will be The Ghost and Mr. Chicken, it is a Don Knots movie and is rated for the whole family. We will be setting up the big screen behind the community center so parking will be on Encino Rio. Please plan on getting there around 6:30 so that we all can get settled before the movie starts at 7:00 pm.
You are welcome to bring a picnic basket and beverage of your choice but no glass bottles.
Blankets will be in front of the chairs so bring whatever works best for you.
The Boy Scouts will be selling popcorn so please keep that in mind.
Please call the office if you have any questions.
Hope to see you there.

Voting for the new Board of Directors

epmgr — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 16:29:04 -0600

Dear Residents,
We need your voting ballot to elect a new board of directors. Many of you say that you do not know the people who are running. We have posted their bio on this website as well as the voting ballot. It has been published in the last two newsletters and they came to the annual meeting to answer any questions you all might have had. These are residents that have made the decision to devote three years of their busy lives to keep Encino Park the great community it is.
This is not an option this is a must! We need to have a board of directors in order to conduct business. We are a mandatory HOA as are most of the neighboring communities. You have the right and the obligation to vote. Your home is your biggest asset. The community that surrounds your home is very important as well. We are a self managed community so I live here and I care about what happens. Will you? Please contact the office if you have any questions. 497-3022.
Thank you.

Ballot for 2010 HOA Election - due 7pm 10/14/2010

knickels — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 13:48:05 -0600

The Ballot for Encino Park Homeowners’ Association Board of Directors is attached.

• Each homeowner is allotted one vote per unit.
• There are three vacancies, each serving a three year term position
• You are required to vote for 3 candidates on the ballot below. Please put and X next to each name you choose. If you choose to write-in a candidate please make sure that you have only voted for 2 of the candidate already listed.
• Three is the maximum number of candidates you can vote for.
• Your signature and address information validates the ballot.
• The ballot may be dropped off at the HOA office, put into the lock box or mailed to the EPHOA, 1923 Encino Rio, San Antonio, TX 78259
• Ballots must be received at the EPHOA no later than October 14th 2010 by 7:00 P.M. to be valid

Updated construction schedule for 281 and Encino Rio

knickels — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 09:36:08 -0600

Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Alamo RMA Community Relations
August 25, 2010
210.495.5256
Info@AlamoRMA.org

Updated construction schedule and lane closure for the Alamo RMA US 281 Super Street

Intersection of 281 North at Encino Rio to be CLOSED Friday, August 27
from 9:00 p.m. till 5:30 a.m. Monday, August 30

Weather permitting; the following construction will take place.

Intersection of 281 North at Encino Rio (Northbound and Southbound
lanes)

To begin preparation for work for this weekend crews will seal and
overlay the center medians at Encino Rio tonight (August 25) and
Thursday (August 26).

Crews will work Friday, August 27 from 9:30 p.m. till 5:30 a.m. on
Monday, August 30.

Lanes at the Encino Rio intersection will be closed to resurface and
restripe the pavement. Work will continue from the center medians to the
outside lanes. Crews will then wire in new controllers and put the
traffic signals on flashing red until Monday morning.

One lane in both northbound and southbound US 281 will be open during
this time - but will be varying as crews work to resurface this roadway.

Detours
Drivers will be asked to take a right hand turn out of Encino Rio and
follow the detour up to Evans Road. Traffic officers will be directing
traffic. Drivers can expect delays during this time.

The construction crews will be working as quickly as possible to finish
all necessary work to reopen this intersection by Monday at 5:30 a.m.

The Alamo RMA recognizes the inconvenience and delays the closure may
cause. We have scheduled this work during the evenings and weekends to
avoid daily rush hour traffic and will open lanes as soon as possible.

About the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority
Overseen by a seven-member Board of Directors, the Alamo RMA includes a
professional staff and consultant team that are committed to finding
ways to empower our local community to take charge of our transportation
future. The purpose of the Alamo RMA is to provide Bexar County with
opportunities to accelerate needed transportation projects - through the
direction of a local board making local choices about local mobility
needs - that enhance the quality of life and economic growth for all
residents in our region
http://www.411on281.com

Re: Crime fighting with License Plate photo

911judy911 — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:56:10 -0600

ANYTHING TO FIGHT CRIME AND CATCH THE BAD GUYS, I WILL AGREE TO. IN MY AREA, ENCINO PASS, THERE IS ONE WAY IN, ONE WAY OUT, DEAD END BUT CIRCLE WITH MANY STREETS, AND IT WOULD BE GREAT TO HAVE ONE CAMERA AT THAT ENTRANCE STREET TO KNOW WHO COMES AND GOES IN CASE OF BURGLARIES.

Ideal Tennis Clinics - July 12-Aug 19

knickels — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:38:48 -0600

At Encino Park (Encino Rio)
Weekly Clinics – Starting July 12th until August 19th
Toddlers and Juniors ( 5 to 15 yrs old Beginner & Intermediate Monday through Friday
9 to 12pm
Adults All levels Monday & Wednesday 7 to 9pm
Prices: Kids: $225/weekly (10% when enrolling 2wks+) Adults: $190 (6 wks clinic) If enrolling with a group of 6 friends 10% off each!
Private Lessons & Semi-Private Lessons Available!
Evenings Kids Groups & Adults Cardio Tennis available upon request!
For Registration and/or additional information, please visit http://www.idealtennis.com
call (210) 497-3022 Or (210) 286-9061

Diving Board

Steve-O — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:58:19 -0600

Needs to be replaced ASAP.

Re: HEB

Steve-O — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:51:12 -0600

Well if the Culebra Meat Market ever opens up, I'll never have to go to HEB again!

SA North Sector Plan - Public Hearings

knickels — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 09:59:58 -0600

City of San Antonio North Sector Plan - Shaping the Future of San Antonio

Planning Commission:
Development and Business Services Center, 1901 South Alamo St.
July 14, 2010, 2:00 pm

City Council:
August 5, 2010, 2:00 pm
Municipal Plaza Building, City Hall Complex, City Council Chambers
** If you plan on speaking, sign up to speak prior to 1:00 pm **
You are not required to attend these hearings, but if you do attend, you will be given an opportunity to speak for or against the plan.

To view the proposed draft online, visit:
http://www.northsectorplan.com

VIA: SmartWaySA Summer 2010 Community Workshops

knickels — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:26:57 -0600

VIA writes wrote: Attend our community workshops to weigh in on transit issues that affect your neighboorhood.

San Antonio Central Library - June 16, 6pm
The Neighborhood Place - June 17, 6pm
Sam Houston High School - June 19, 9:30am
Harlandale Civic Center - June 23, 6pm
Parkhills Baptist Church - June 24, 6pm

Workshop details at [url]SmartWaySA.com[/url].

Flyer attached.

Help Wanted @ the EP Pool

knickels — Sat, 08 May 2010 10:37:20 -0600

EP Manager wrote:Part time help needed at Encino Pool. May 15th-Sept 19th.
Please contact EPHOA Office 497-3022

Help Wanted @ the EP Pool

knickels — Sat, 08 May 2010 10:36:37 -0600

EP Manager wrote:Part time help needed at Encino Pool. May 15th-Sept 19th.
Please contact EPHOA Office 497-3022

Re: Garage Sale Protocol

kcwranch — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:04:11 -0600

Does anyone know when the community garage sale actually is? May 1st? April 30th and May 1st? Thanks.

Community Garage Sale??

kcwranch — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:52:22 -0600

I know that Encino Park usually has a community garage sale. Will it be April 30th and May 1st or just May 1st?
Please let us know. Thank you.

281 meeting @ Summit Church on Marshal Rd.

knickels — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 15:07:39 -0600

US 281 Environmental Impact Statement
PUBLIC MEETING #3
Join us at the meeting to:

Discuss the alternatives evaluation process for proposed
transportation improvements along the US 281 corridor
from Loop 1604 to Borgfeld Road
Discuss the recommended reasonable alternatives that could
be carried forward for detailed analysis in the Draft EIS
Ask questions and submit comments!

Thursday, April 29, 2010
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Open House: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Presentation: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Small Group Work Sessions: Start at 7:30 PM
Summit Christian Center
2575 Marshall Road, San Antonio, Texas 78259

Blanco Road Project Update

knickels — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:27:30 -0600

Dear Residents,

This is the latest on the Blanco Road project from Capital Projects Manager Dave Wegmann.

Intersection work is still scheduled to begin on 04/09
Karst feature has been closed and they will commence paving over that area in the next week or so
The final mat of pavement that will effectively remove the bumps in the road where the inlets and manholes are is still about a month away approximately.

Susan Farris
Assistant to Kevin A. Wolff
Bexar County Commissioner/Precinct 3
susanfarris@bexar.org
335-2618

New Blue Sharks WebSite

knickels — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:32:12 -0600

We have a new way to keep you informed. Please bookmark https://sites.google.com/site/encinoparkbluesharks/ and check it frequently (or subscribe to the RSS feeds) to stay informed. We'll be using that this season rather than this discussion board. Please contact Bill Peltier for more information.

EPST 2010 Registration

knickels — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:46:11 -0700

Dear Blue Shark Families,
It’s that time of year again. Swim team registration is just around the corner.
Attached you will find:
1. 2010 Registration Form
2. Article with dates and times of registration, practice and meet schedules.
3. Flyer on new team suits
4. Flyer on discount for recruiting 15-18 year old new swimmers.
Please mark your calendars for the Parent Meeting on Sunday, May 2 at 6:00pm at the Community Center. We will go over the swim season we have planned and answer any questions you might have.
We hope to see all of you again this year!
Pia Walsh

EPST Board Member

2010 Practice Schedule

knickels — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:44:07 -0700

May 3 - June 3

Monday - Friday 4:00-4:45pm 7&8 year olds
Monday - Friday 4:45-5:30pm 9&10 year olds
Monday - Friday 5:30-6:15pm 11-18 year olds
6 & under will begin on May 10th, at 4:15-4:45

June 4th is Team and Individual photo day

June 7 - June 25

Monday - Friday 7:30-8:30am 11-18 year olds
Monday - Friday 8:30-9:30am 9&10 year olds
Monday - Friday 9:30-10:30am 8&under

2010 Meet Schedule

knickels — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:39:14 -0700

May 29 (Sat) at Hollywood Park
June 5 (Sat) at Hidden Forest
June 14 (Mon) at home against Harmony Hills
June 21 (Mon) at home against Vista del Norte (Div. B team)
June 27 (Sun) Division A Championship Meet at Blossom Athletic Ce

Our end-of-season Award Banquet and Party is on June 28th from 6-10pm.

Encino Park Swim Team News

knickels — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:36:21 -0700

Welcome to the 2010 Encino Park Swim Team season!

Our season will kick-off with the first after-school practice on May 3, 2010. We proudly introduce our 2010 coaching staff:

Jenna Johnson - Head Coach,
Jeff Pressly - Associate Head Coach,
Allison Yeary- Assistant Coach,
Katy Deering – Assistant Coach, and
Ashley Olivier – Assistant Coach

We are pleased to have been able to attract such a quality staff with lots of experience. Be sure to check our web site often for important news, reminders, updates and information,
the address is: http://www.encinoparkhoa.org/bulletinboard/viewforum.php?f=5
We are continuing the tradition of letting the children design the team t-shirt. Children can draw their design freehand or use a computer. Simply submit their designs during any of the three registration dates. The deadline is the third registration date, April 11, 2010.

Please note these important dates:
Registration for the 2010 season will be held on the following dates at the Community Center:

March 25, Thursday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm (for EP residents ONLY)
March 28, Sunday, 4:00pm – 6:00pm (for EP residents AND last year team members)
April 11, Sunday, 4:00pm – 6:00pm (for EP residents AND non-residents)

Please note that we have a maximum numbers of swimmers per age group we can take. Certain age groups may be full by the third registration date. May 2, Sunday at 6:00pm

MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
The requirements for being on the team are as follows: You must be 5 years old as of Sept. 1, 2009, and be able to swim the length of the pool by the end of the 2nd week of practice.
The fees for this season are: $85 per child for EP Residents; $110 per child for Non EP Residents. The 4th child, and above, in any family will be charged only half of the registration fee. If you choose to quit the team on or before May 17, 2009 you will get half your registration fee returned. There are no refunds after May 17th. A $25 late fee applies to all registrations after April 11, 2009.
Please bring the completed registration form with you to registration.

TWO CHOW DOGS FOUND IN EP

PetFinder — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:14:37 -0700

Two beautiful chows have been hanging around in The Ridge for a few days now and no one seems to be looking for them. They are beautiful and friendly dogs and they deserve a good home. They seem to be siblings and they are inseparable. If anyone has any idea who they might belong to or if you think you could give them a safe home environment, please contact the PetFinder at 497-3049. The animal shelters are full and Animal Control is over-booked and full too. Looking for a responsible pet owner to come forward.

Re: HOA Dues

lking — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:26:49 -0700

Thank you for your question! The HOA assesments are due on January 1, 2010, and considered late on January 31. Statements are being mailed out today and early next week. You should receive them within a few days.

Liza King
EPHOA President

HOA Dues

DaggerSA — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:36:47 -0700

Have HOA assessments been mailed out yet? What's the due date? I haven't received a bill yet.

Crime fighting with License Plate photo

kirkktx — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:10:55 -0700

A city in California will soon be photographing license plates of all cars that enter and leave.
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.c ... .DTL&tsp=1

There are only two entrances/exits to Encino Park, it would not cost much to do something similar.

US281 EIS Open House/Discussion - Nov 18, 5:30pm-8:00pm

knickels — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:32:22 -0700

Fellow residents,

You've sat in the traffic. Frustrated at the length of time it takes to get out of the subdivision. And had it up to here on all things 281. Well this is your chance to get your voice heard and express to the planners what improvements you would like to see. Yes, you have the opportunity to go eyeball to eyeball with those who are recommending changes to 281.

So come join us and let your voice be heard. Attached is some informational items as it relates to the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) that is currently open for public participation. And don't think "green" when you hear of the EIS. It is more than endangered species and the loss of trees, The EIS encompasses everything that will be impacted with the 281 improvements including what type of transportation services, the recommended construction of the roadway, noise and light abatement, etc.

These attached items were previously sent to your homes but in case you did not see them they are enclosed for your review. The open house is from 5:30-6:30 pm with a short 30 minute presentation at 6:30 pm followed by a facilitated small group discussion where you can participate in the direction the 281 improvements will take.

The event is at the Spring Hill conference on the east side of 281 just before Overlook Parkway (the electric signal north of Marshall).

I'm attending and I hope to see you there!

Tom Troll
EPHOA Representative
281 EIS Committee

Re: Bulverde Corridor Public Meeting - 11/10/09

knickels — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:46:34 -0700

The Bulverde Corridor Google Groups page has been updated! The page now includes a base zoning map and property ownership map as requested during the 1st public meeting. Please visit the Google Groups page at: http://groups.google.com/group/bulverde-corridor
Stay Tuned! More information on Planning Team formation to come early next week!

Texas Recycles Day - Nov 14, 2009

knickels — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:18:28 -0700

Community Members,

Solid Waste Management is hosting a Texas Recycles Day celebration on November 14, 2009 at Woodlawn Lake Park. Over 30 organizations and vendors will be there to provide recycling information, composting classes, prizes, and games for the whole family.

Residents are encouraged to bring their gently used items, electronic waste, and other recyclables (included on flyer) to the event for either recycling or reusing purposes. A list of participants can be viewed at http://www.sanantonio.gov/swmd/solidwaste/TexasRecycleDay.asp.

If you have apartment complexes in your community, please forward this information since many complexes do not have recycling opportunities. The event will last from 9am – 1pm on November 14, 2009 at Woodlawn Lake Park. Please help us publicize this event by displaying the attached flyer on a bulletin board or other public area.

If you have any questions, please call Lori Blake at (210) 207-6416 or send an email to maria.blake@sanantonio.gov.

Persona Non-Grata - (Name Removed)

Elvis — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:23:17 -0700

On Friday, November 6th, I caught (Name) aiding another kid to spray graffiti (known as tagging) on a drainage culvert. I chased the other kid through the greenbelt, but he got away. Two officers from the San Antonio Police Department questioned (the youth), but he would not divulge the other kid's name. Because (name) wasn't actually spraying the graffiti, the cops did not arrest him but instead called his father to pick him up. (Name) is a 17-year old who lives in the Woods of Encino.

(Editing by webmaster on request of BOD.)

Bulverde Corridor Public Meeting - 11/10/09

knickels — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:53:33 -0700

The District 10 Council Office and the City of San Antonio Planning & Development Services Department invite you to attend the 1st public meeting for the proposed Bulverde Road Preservation Corridor Overlay District! This meeting is scheduled for 7:30 pm on Tuesday, November 10 at the Shrine of Saint Padre Pio (3843 Bulverde Parkway). At this meeting, you will have an opportunity to share your ideas about the form of future development along Bulverde Road, learn about the Corridor Overlay District program, and join the planning team.

For information about the proposed Bulverde Road Preservation Corridor, please visit our Google Groups page at http://groups.google.com/group/bulverde-corridor . Join the group to participate in future discussions and receive notification of page updates.

Encino Pointe Rezoning for Alcohol

kirkktx — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:10:41 -0600

The owner of the Encino Pointe (Encino Rio at Evans) has applied to have the property rezoned to allow off-premise alcohol consumption.
[url] http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UT ... 14,,0,11.8
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City Council will vote Nov 5 2009 on this request.

To comment on this rezoning request, contact:

Susan Wright, Zoning Commissioner for
District 9, tel# 737-1033

case# z2009149-erzd

Electronics Recycling - Nov 16-20

knickels — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:28:52 -0600

Please join Texas State University – San Marcos
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team
& Dell, Inc. – Austin, Texas
in their Environmental Sustainability Challenge
Project Green Earth

How can you participate?

Let Texas State SIFE properly dispose of your old electronic trash, such as computers, terminals, hard drives, printers, etc.
There is no cost to you…just bring the items to the Encino Park Community Center!

Here are the details:

Cost: Nothing
Who disposes of the electronic trash? We arrange removal with Goodwill, who is trained in the proper disposal of electronic trash and works with Dell to help sustain our environment.
When can I participate? November 16-20, 2009.
How much electronic trash can you take? Unlimited, but at least 15 items qualifies for a project credit for our SIFE students.
An example: The City of Beaumont, Texas, gave us nine truckloads of computers and related equipment for disposal.

Questions: Contact our President, Ben Campbell, at bc1175@txstate.edu or 903-571-0252 with your questions.

City Planning Commission Vacancy

kirkktx — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:31:41 -0600

Applications Sought for Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee
Deadline is October 19, 2009

The City of San Antonio Planning Commission is seeking applications for the purpose of filling a vacancy on the Planning Commission

Technical Advisory Committee (PCTAC). See PDF attachment and TAC application.

Come Join the Fun in Cub Scouts!

knickels — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:28:32 -0600

All boys 1st-5th grade are welcome to join
Encino Park Pack 75/575
Encino Park Elementary Cafeteria
Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 6:30pm
For more information contact
Kevin Nickels at 481-2610 kevin.nickels@sbcglobal.net

Re: Alamo RMA - US281 Environmental Impact Statement

kirkktx — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:59:18 -0600

This is a public meeting, open to everyone.

US 281 Environmental Impact Statement Community Open House - Scoping Meeting
When Thu, August 27, 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Where St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church Gymnasium, 1602 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78232 (map)
Description The Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (Alamo RMA) will hold a public scoping meeting regarding transportation improvements to US 281 from Loop 1604 to Borgfeld Road. The Alamo RMA is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, to analyze potential direct, indirect, and cumulative effects to the human and natural environment from construction and operation of proposed transportation improvements. The public is encouraged to attend this first EIS public scoping meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2009, anytime between 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm, at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church Gymnasium, 1602 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78232. The meeting will be open-house format with a variety of materials available for viewing. Project team members will be available to discuss

For more info see http://www.411on281.com/events.cfm

Craft Fair - Oct 3rd-4th

knickels — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:48:03 -0600

Encino Park Women's Club
Craft Fair
October 3rd-4th
Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm

Over 100 Vendors!
Encino Park Community Center 1923 Encino Rio
Contact 481-9956 or 497-7575 for further information

LOST CAT STILL MISSING

911judy911 — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:26:31 -0600

STILL MISSING.....IF ANYONE KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT MY CAT PLS.

LARGE NEUTERED MALE CAT. DIRTY WHITE WITH BROWN TIPS. BLUE/BROWN EYES it changes...LOOKS SIAMESE. NAME IS BIGGY.
WILL NOT BITE AND SHOULD BE FRIENDLY ENOUGH TO PICK UP. AND MEOWS WHEN ATTENTION IS NEEDED. EATS LIKE A HORSE, LOL
FROM ENCINO LOOP AREA. PLS CALL IF SEEN OR IF YOU HAVE HIM AND WANT TO KEEP HIM CALL ME JUST WANT TO KNOW HE IS OK JUDY 367-5704 THANKS UPDATED ON 7/27/10

New S.A.F.F.E. officer

knickels — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 19:45:49 -0600

Ofc. Guerrero wrote:July 29, 2009
Mr. Williams,

It is my pleasure, as the new S.A.F.F.E. officer, to have the
privilege in working with you and everyone in the community. A
few of your concerns have been brought to my attention and I
promise you I will do my very best to address the issue.

I understand that there has been a big issue with Burglary of
Vehicles and I am happy to announce that we have arrested three
individuals that were involved and it cleared four of our cases. We
have seven other individuals that are suspects who we are
currently looking at and investigating. Due to the investigation
still in progress I am not allowed to release very much information.
Since our Investigation has started, I have noticed the number of
Vehicle Burglaries have decreased significantly, which makes me
feel confident to say that we have found the group of individuals
that are responsible for doing a majority of them. I can say that it
is looking very good on our part and I hope we can clear many
more cases at the end of our investigation.

Although we are attempting to stay on top of this problem it
is very important to inform the community that they play a major
role in preventing crime, On July 23, 2009 at 6:00 a.m. I was
patrolling the area and noticed fourteen different locations that
had either their garage doors semi open or their vehicle windows
semi open. Securing personal property is the first major step in
prevent temptation to Burglars. I understand with the summer heat
people want to leave openings to release the heat. Unfortunately
we no longer live in a society that allows us to do so without being
a victim of crime. I recommend advising everyone to please secure
all their property and please do not leave any items of value in
plain site in your vehicle. (GPS, Laptops, briefcase, shopping
bags, tools... etc.) I feel confident that if we work together we can
prevent criminals from wanting to come into the area.

If you have any other concerns please feel free to contact
me. I do request that you please be patient with me these next
few weeks due to my schedule being a little tight due to attending
training classes for my new position. Thank you again!

Sincerely,
Ofc. Guerrero #0819
North SAFFE Unit

Alamo RMA - US281 Environmental Impact Statement

knickels — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:02:53 -0600

ARMA wrote:July 20, 2009
Dear US 281 Stakeholder,

On behalf of the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (Alamo RMA) it is my
pleasure to invite your organization to be an active part of the
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the US 281 corridor from Loop 1604
going north to Borgfeld Road.

Your organization has been identified as a key organization with regard to
the EIS as an interested stakeholder. As part of our efforts to keep the
stakeholders and the community informed and involved in the development
of the EIS, we are creating a US 281 EIS Community Advisory
Committee. This committee will provide the Alamo RMA EIS team with
input and feedback as the EIS is developed over the course of the next
three years.

At this time, I would like to take the opportunity to invite you to select
a representative from your organization to serve on the Community Advisory
Committee. The EIS process will take approximately three (3) years to
complete and this committee is scheduled to meet twelve (I2) times during
this three—year period.

The first meeting of the Community Advisory Committee is tentatively
scheduled for mid August 2009. The exact location, date, and time is to be
determined and each meeting will be approximately two (2) hours. Please
see the enclosed US 281 Environmental Impact Statement Community Advisory
Committee Charter for additional information.

If you have any questions on this committee, please contact Leroy Alloway,
Alamo RMA Director of Community Relations at lalloway@alamomna.org or
by phone at (210) 495-5256.

To formally designate a member of your organization to serve as your
official representative, please fill out the enclosed nomination form and
either email it to US281EIS@AlamoRMA.org, fax it to 495-5403 attention: US 281
Community Advisory Committee, or mail it to: Alamo RMA 1222 N. Main Avenue,
Suite 1000, San Antonio, Texas 78212. The Alamo RMA asks that all
designations be received no later than August 7, 2009 to ensure the
committee is in place and able to meet as soon as possible.

Alamo Regional Mobility Authority
1222 N. Main Avenue, Suite 1000 San Antonio, Texas 78212
(210) 495-5256 (210) 495-5403 Fax
http://www.AlamoRMA.org

Summer 2009

root — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:48:00 -0600

I've gathered all the summer 2009 information in one place... here.

COSA Public Works web site

kirkktx — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:56:29 -0600

For people wondering about City Street maintenance schedules etc. please visit the Public Works web site:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/publicworks/i ... 0&ver=true

Re: SuperStreet

kirkktx — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:55:05 -0600

The youtube video no longer reflects the plan for this intersection.

At the open house a design was presented showing that there will be 3 lanes (up from the current 2) from which vehicles may turn left onto 281.

In my opinion, increasing capacity at this intersection while decreasing it at Evans could cause an increase in cut-through traffic. In other words, west bound traffic on Evans will be more inclined to turn left onto Encino Rio. Or they may be more inclined to cut through a neighborhood to our east, come down Caliza and turn left onto Encino Rio.

Re: SuperStreet

knickels — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:56:43 -0600

Here is a handy printable flyer for the meeting.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Summit Christian Center
2575 Marshall Road, 6-9pm

Issues with the pool... AGAIN!

bscharff — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:36:01 -0600

Today, my boys and I went to the pool. As is usual during weekdays, there were no adults in the pool during "adult swim." A handful of teenagers, some over the age of 16, some not, were in the pool. The pool manager asked the kids their ages. Then he asked to see their drivers' license. When the kids could not produce a license, the manager rudely demanded they pack up their stuff and leave immediately. My 14 year old son was one of those kids.

Seeing my son still sitting under a cabana, the manager came to ask him if he was with an adult. The manager, in a rather hostile tone, explained my son had broken the rules and had to leave. I replied, "isn't that a little harsh?" I can understand making him get out of the pool, but to send my family home for the day seemed drastic! My 16 year old son attempted to reason with him noting the lack of adults in the pool. When the manager yelled at my 16 year old son, I asked him to not treat my son disrespectfully. At this point, my fun afternoon with my boys had been ruined and we went home.

I am fully aware my son should not have been in the pool during adult swim. However, to make my family leave the pool as a consequence was over the top! Our pool manager, XXXX, is on a little power trip! And this is how he treats kids WITH their parents present! I have lived in and paid HOA dues to Encino Park for 16 years and have never been treated so disrespectfully by a member representing this community. Perhaps it is time to consider utilizing HOA members once again for pool management. After all, it is the residents of this community that understand what we expect of our pool and related services.

I would appreciate board consideration of the elimination of "Adult Swim" on weekdays. Very few adults take advantage of this during the weekdays and it just seems ridiculous to keep kids out of the water if no adults are swimming.

Kelly Scharff
EPHOA member in good standing for 16 years