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HUNTWICK HOME AND GARDEN
HUNTWICK
CIVIC ASSOCIATION
All Decked Out!
Board Of Directors
PRESIDENT There is still time to upgrade your deck/patio that is budget-friendly, simple to install,
Brad Aiken | 832-293-1105 and able to transform a deck/patio into a classy outdoor area. You may not be convinced
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that a restorative painting project is the right answer for your backyard environment.
VICE PRESIDENT However, snap-together or interlocking square patio tiles are a perfect flooring solution
Scott Torres | 210-386-7443
vicepresident@huntwickforest.com to update your outdoor space. An appealing and beautiful deck/patio will add enjoyment
and value to your home.
TREASURER
Jeff Handojo | 281-686-5085 This is definitely a do-it-yourself activity that can be easily accomplished without
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professional contractors. The tiles are interlocking square-foot pieces with grooved
SECRETARY edges. They are sold as single tiles or in sets. Thus, all that is needed for you to do is line
Maribeth Sklenka | 832-746-6307
secretary@huntwickforest.com up the corresponding tabs then press down and lock into place.
DEED RESTRICTIONS There are a variety of décor material options from which to choose and of course pricing
Van English | 972-795-4257 tends to increase depending on the type of tile. Yet a standard-size patio should cost
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from $350 upwards to $1,700 depending on the choice of tile. For example, composite
SECURITY COORDINATOR tiles may be $2.50 per square foot whereas quality wood tile is about $11.75 per square
Carl Shannon | 713-437-9994
securitycoordinator@huntwickforest.com foot. Just to give an idea of the snap-together flooring options they range from 100%
recyclables, foam, vinyl, carpet, wood, and stone. Additionally, this means there is a
SECURITY DIRECTOR
Carl Shannon | 562-714-6845 wide variety of colors and textures.
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Check out your favorite supplier or the Internet for ideas. The track record of reliability
MEMBERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES seems to hold up over time too. The key installation technique to remember is to start
Blythe Palamara | 936-203-2361
membership@huntwickforest.com with a flat even surface. This is a must. Upgrade your outdoor space and enjoy!
BEAUTIFICATION Denise Balkum, Beautification Committee
Laura Holder | 281-413-1216
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Tip of the Month:
MAINTENANCE
John Crookshanks | 903-705-1852 Light Up the Holidays
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with Huntwick Luminaries
INTERCOMMUNITY RELATIONS
Scott Torres | 210-386-7443
intercommunity@huntwickforest.com Gaslights, majestic trees, seasonal
decorations... so many traditions in
WEBSITE DIRECTOR
Kelly Kennepp | 501-358-2672 Huntwick. Possibly our most beloved
webdirector@huntwickforest.com tradition is our Christmas Eve luminarias
or sand candles. For our many new
residents, these are brown paper bags
holding a scoop of sand and a white votive
candle. They are placed along the curb and
any other area desired to be outlined. At
sundown on December 24, the votives are
all lit. The effect is magical... miles and miles of these softly flickering lights that last for
hours. It is truly a sight when every resident participates. The HOA provides the sand;
your block captain will contact you regarding how many bags and votives you want to
ALL EXTERIOR PROJECTS:
order at a nominal price. If you’re not going to be here on Christmas Eve, please arrange
Architectural Control to have your luminarias set out and lit by someone else: A neighbor, a high schooler, or
Committee a relative. After lighting, this is a wonderful opportunity to stroll around, meet and chat
Sarah Moss, 281-795-1812 with neighbors, and share a cup of wassail or a glass of wine. Start planning now for
Lynnette Gronewold, 832-229-8795 this simple but gorgeous treat for you and your home. If you have any questions, please
Van English, 972-795-4257
contact your block captain or the Huntwick Membership/Events Director.
Approval Request forms are available
online at Peg Owen, Beautification Committee
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