TIMBERCREEK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
MEETING FEBRUARY 22, 2010-BENBROOK SENIOR CENTER
President Renee Kimbrell opened the meeting with a call to order at 7:05 PM
• Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer Barbara Goins read the Statement of Account. A previous account balance of $4435.03, less disbursements of $100 to the Benbrook Police Officers Assoc. and $100 to the Benbrook Firefighters Assoc., resulted in a current balance of $4235.03. Those disbursements had been approved at the previous meeting and supported the charitable causes of both the Police and Fire Departments during the Christmas season.
• Membership Renewals
President Kimbrell encouraged attendees to renew or join the TCNA for 2010. Membership forms were available and Treasurer Goins collected membership fees.
• Election of President and Treasurer
These positions were up for election per the TCNA By-Laws. President Kimbrell announced that she will not be returning to that position. Jeff White volunteered to fill the position of President. He was then nominated, seconded, and unanimously voted as President of the TCNA. Outgoing President Kimbrell and incoming President White agreed that Ms.Kimbrell would continue to preside over the evening’s meeting.
Treasurer Barbara Goins volunteered to continue in her position of Treasurer. There were no other volunteers for this position. She was nominated, seconded, and then unanimously voted to continue as Treasurer.
• District Captains
Districts 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 were up for election per the TCNA By-Laws. The district captains elected previously for these districts were not in attendance. Bill Bozarth volunteered for position of District 2 Captain. He was nominated, seconded, and unanimously voted for District 2. There were no volunteers to fill districts 4, 6, 8, and 10. Outgoing President Kimbrell requested that Secretary Dickason e-mail the previously elected captains of those districts to inquire whether they are interested in continuing their positions.
• Pedestrian Bridge in Timbercreek Park--Timbercreek Sign
Outgoing President Kimbrell advised that Walter Shumac, Benbrook Public Services Director, has stated that the pedestrian bridge in the Timbercreek Park is on track and should be completed by summer. This bridge is being financed by the city.
The K on the Timbercreek entry sign has been stolen and replaced twice by the city. The K on the Timbercreek sign has been replaced by the city for the third time.
The meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM. The next meeting has not yet been set.
Minutes recorded by TCNA Secretary-Liz Dickason
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
TCNA Meeting - Monday, Feb 22 @ 7pm
The first meeting of will be Monday, Feb 22nd at 7pm. More details to come.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Missing "K" from Timbercreek stone sign
Update as of 1/27/2010: Per Walter Shumac "The K was replaced and was stolen again. We have ordered an additional one and have filled a police report. Hopefully we will have better luck with the next replacement."
Just an update. I spoke with Walter Shumac, City of Benbrook, today (January 5th) and he said the letter is on order and it will be replaced when it comes in.
Just an update. I spoke with Walter Shumac, City of Benbrook, today (January 5th) and he said the letter is on order and it will be replaced when it comes in.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Holiday Safety Crime Prevention Tips
Crime Prevention Tips: Holiday Safety
from Officer Wes Cooper
*Shop before dark if possible and never park in an unlit area.
*Lock packages and gifts in your vehicle’s trunk. Keep them out of view.
*Avoid leaving packages in vehicle for an extended amount of time. Good guys go to stores to shop. Bad guys go to unattended cars to shop.
*Try not to carry large amounts of cash.
*To discourage purse-snatchers, don’t overburden yourself with packages and use a smaller purse.
*Teach children to go to a store clerk or security guard if they get lost.
*Don’t allow your children to go to the parking lot alone.
from Officer Wes Cooper
*Shop before dark if possible and never park in an unlit area.
*Lock packages and gifts in your vehicle’s trunk. Keep them out of view.
*Avoid leaving packages in vehicle for an extended amount of time. Good guys go to stores to shop. Bad guys go to unattended cars to shop.
*Try not to carry large amounts of cash.
*To discourage purse-snatchers, don’t overburden yourself with packages and use a smaller purse.
*Teach children to go to a store clerk or security guard if they get lost.
*Don’t allow your children to go to the parking lot alone.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Update on Timbercreek Park Bridge
If you have not heard, the City Council approved funding for a pedestrian bridge for the Timbercreek Park at the Nov 19th meeting. The estimated cost is $80,000. This will be funded from the Park Dedication Fund ($30,800) and the City General fund ($49,200). You can view the online discussion at the city of benbrook website, city council meetings.
Walter Shumac, Public Services Director informed Renee Kimbrell on November 24, 2009 there is no set schedule yet due to multiple variables however his group will be working on the design over the next few of months and he would estimate the project to be complete by the summer (2010). As they move forward, Mr. Shumac will be able to firm up our time schedule.
Walter Shumac, Public Services Director informed Renee Kimbrell on November 24, 2009 there is no set schedule yet due to multiple variables however his group will be working on the design over the next few of months and he would estimate the project to be complete by the summer (2010). As they move forward, Mr. Shumac will be able to firm up our time schedule.
November 9, 2009 - Meeting Minutes
TIMBERCREEK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 2009-BENBROOK SENIOR CENTER
President Renee Kimbrell opened the meeting with a call to order at 7PM.
* Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer Barbara Goins read the Treasurer’s Report. The previous balance was $4,470.03. A disbursement of $75 for membership renewal in the City of Benbrook Chamber of Commerce, plus deposits of $40 for memberships, resulted in a current balance of $4,435.03. A motion to accept the report was presented, seconded, and then accepted unanimously.
* Guest Speaker
President Kimbrell introduced guest speaker Walter Shumac, Public Services Director, City of Benbrook.
Mr. Shumac stated the responsibilities of his department-public works, fleet maintenance, building maintenance, the parts department. There are 7 employees who maintain the parks. As of the Nov. 9th meeting, there were no plans for improvement to the Timbercreek Park due to economic reasons. The fiscal year runs from October to the end of September. The Park Board meets 2 or 3 times yearly and they make recommendations to city council. Citizens can make presentations of ideas to the park board. If the Park Board accepts a presented idea, they submit that to the city council for consideration.
The City Council meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Citizens can step up at any meeting and voice a concern. The Council will not respond, but the concern will be noted. Prior to a Council Council meeting, citizens can ask to put an issue on a City Council meeting agenda. They can contact the City Secretary, Joanna King who will provide the rules.
Regarding the Timbercreek Park Bridge, an idea discussed by TCNA members at previous meetings-engineering estimates done previously put the estimate at 70K to 80K. Abutments to stabilize each end are the major expense for such a project.
Mr. Shumac encouraged questions from the membership and Benbrook’s mosquito spray program was discussed. Spraying is kept to a minimum as some residents have concerns with spraying as a health issue. Spraying has been done twice in the past 3 years. If the City should receive a West Nile alert from the CDC, spraying would be initiated. One member suggested the city use Martins as an environmentally safe method. They eat approx. 2,000 mosquitoes daily. Mr. Shumac will research the use of Martins. He also advised residents to contact the city if there is an area with a standing water problem.
* Park Committee Update
Bob Dickason discussed the survey of the Timbercreek Park which was done on Trash Bash Day by members of the TCNA. The park is well maintained. Some ideas for consideration: a walking path, an area for basketball, a bridge to connect both areas of Timbercreek. Mr. Dickason passed out pamphlets of the Trinity Trails system. He has contacted Streams and Valleys, Inc. and suggested it would be of interest to have them as a guest speaker at a future TCNA meeting. The objective would be to discuss establishing a trail head to connect our park with the Trinity Trails system.
Mr. Shumac discussed Streams and Valleys and acknowledged that they were very good at partnering with cities. They are presently working with the City of Fort Worth at the Lakeside Drive area near the soccer field to create a walking path.
Vice-President Dunkin questioned whether a walking path in our Timbercreek Park could be done more reasonably using asphalt. Mr. Shumac expressed his preference for concrete which lasts longer and requires less maintenance. The 2 to 1 cost difference between asphalt and concrete no longer applies due to the rising cost of oil. The ratio is closer to 80 cents on the dollar making concrete a better option, in his opinion.
Mr. Shumac stated he will put forth the idea to the city that the TCNA is interested in a walking path in our neighborhood park. With regards to a basketball area, he expressed concerns with the problem of the nets being destroyed.
Vice-President Dunkin brought forth the issue of safety concerns in the park.
* Oncor Pruning
This issue was on the agenda due to notification by a Timbercreek resident regarding extensive damage done to trees on her property. Barbara Petroski presented pictures of tree trimming done by Oncor contractors which appeared to be 20 feet into her property, well beyond the 10 feet limit. Ms. Petroski stated that the tree trimming crew had no identification on their vehicles or on their person. President Kimbrell had worked with Ms. Petroski to get her concern to Andy Wayman, City Manager. Mr. Wayman contacted Oncor and resolution was still pending at the time of the TCNA meeting.
Mr. Smith also presented photos of tree damage done by an Oncor contractor tree trimming crew. Since Mr. Smith is a dog owner, he was also extremely concerned that the crew did not take care to close the gate to his yard. He contacted Oncor and was not satisfied with their response. President Kimbrell suggested he contact Benbrook City Manager Andy Wayman regarding his issue.
* Member Comments
Judy Cohen presented the idea of the TCNA making a holiday donation to a charity.
She made a motion, which was seconded. This received a unanimous vote of approval. The TCNA will provide a $100 donation to the Benbrook Police Dept. and a $100 donation to the Benbrook Fire Department for their respective charities.
VP Dunkin stated that the Fire Department is still taking canned food donations.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM.
The next TCNA meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 2010.
Minutes recorded by TCNA Secretary Liz Dickason
MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 2009-BENBROOK SENIOR CENTER
President Renee Kimbrell opened the meeting with a call to order at 7PM.
* Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer Barbara Goins read the Treasurer’s Report. The previous balance was $4,470.03. A disbursement of $75 for membership renewal in the City of Benbrook Chamber of Commerce, plus deposits of $40 for memberships, resulted in a current balance of $4,435.03. A motion to accept the report was presented, seconded, and then accepted unanimously.
* Guest Speaker
President Kimbrell introduced guest speaker Walter Shumac, Public Services Director, City of Benbrook.
Mr. Shumac stated the responsibilities of his department-public works, fleet maintenance, building maintenance, the parts department. There are 7 employees who maintain the parks. As of the Nov. 9th meeting, there were no plans for improvement to the Timbercreek Park due to economic reasons. The fiscal year runs from October to the end of September. The Park Board meets 2 or 3 times yearly and they make recommendations to city council. Citizens can make presentations of ideas to the park board. If the Park Board accepts a presented idea, they submit that to the city council for consideration.
The City Council meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Citizens can step up at any meeting and voice a concern. The Council will not respond, but the concern will be noted. Prior to a Council Council meeting, citizens can ask to put an issue on a City Council meeting agenda. They can contact the City Secretary, Joanna King who will provide the rules.
Regarding the Timbercreek Park Bridge, an idea discussed by TCNA members at previous meetings-engineering estimates done previously put the estimate at 70K to 80K. Abutments to stabilize each end are the major expense for such a project.
Mr. Shumac encouraged questions from the membership and Benbrook’s mosquito spray program was discussed. Spraying is kept to a minimum as some residents have concerns with spraying as a health issue. Spraying has been done twice in the past 3 years. If the City should receive a West Nile alert from the CDC, spraying would be initiated. One member suggested the city use Martins as an environmentally safe method. They eat approx. 2,000 mosquitoes daily. Mr. Shumac will research the use of Martins. He also advised residents to contact the city if there is an area with a standing water problem.
* Park Committee Update
Bob Dickason discussed the survey of the Timbercreek Park which was done on Trash Bash Day by members of the TCNA. The park is well maintained. Some ideas for consideration: a walking path, an area for basketball, a bridge to connect both areas of Timbercreek. Mr. Dickason passed out pamphlets of the Trinity Trails system. He has contacted Streams and Valleys, Inc. and suggested it would be of interest to have them as a guest speaker at a future TCNA meeting. The objective would be to discuss establishing a trail head to connect our park with the Trinity Trails system.
Mr. Shumac discussed Streams and Valleys and acknowledged that they were very good at partnering with cities. They are presently working with the City of Fort Worth at the Lakeside Drive area near the soccer field to create a walking path.
Vice-President Dunkin questioned whether a walking path in our Timbercreek Park could be done more reasonably using asphalt. Mr. Shumac expressed his preference for concrete which lasts longer and requires less maintenance. The 2 to 1 cost difference between asphalt and concrete no longer applies due to the rising cost of oil. The ratio is closer to 80 cents on the dollar making concrete a better option, in his opinion.
Mr. Shumac stated he will put forth the idea to the city that the TCNA is interested in a walking path in our neighborhood park. With regards to a basketball area, he expressed concerns with the problem of the nets being destroyed.
Vice-President Dunkin brought forth the issue of safety concerns in the park.
* Oncor Pruning
This issue was on the agenda due to notification by a Timbercreek resident regarding extensive damage done to trees on her property. Barbara Petroski presented pictures of tree trimming done by Oncor contractors which appeared to be 20 feet into her property, well beyond the 10 feet limit. Ms. Petroski stated that the tree trimming crew had no identification on their vehicles or on their person. President Kimbrell had worked with Ms. Petroski to get her concern to Andy Wayman, City Manager. Mr. Wayman contacted Oncor and resolution was still pending at the time of the TCNA meeting.
Mr. Smith also presented photos of tree damage done by an Oncor contractor tree trimming crew. Since Mr. Smith is a dog owner, he was also extremely concerned that the crew did not take care to close the gate to his yard. He contacted Oncor and was not satisfied with their response. President Kimbrell suggested he contact Benbrook City Manager Andy Wayman regarding his issue.
* Member Comments
Judy Cohen presented the idea of the TCNA making a holiday donation to a charity.
She made a motion, which was seconded. This received a unanimous vote of approval. The TCNA will provide a $100 donation to the Benbrook Police Dept. and a $100 donation to the Benbrook Fire Department for their respective charities.
VP Dunkin stated that the Fire Department is still taking canned food donations.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM.
The next TCNA meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 2010.
Minutes recorded by TCNA Secretary Liz Dickason
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
TCNA Meeting November 9th @ 7pm
Timbercreek Neighborhood Association
Next meeting Monday, November 9th
7PM-Senior Center-1010 Mercedes
Please mark your calendars for the next TCNA meeting which will be held on Monday, November 9th. We hope to see you there.
A recent concern voiced by one of our members may be an issue for other residents of Timbercreek. Please contact the City Manager, Andy Wayman, AWayman@cityofbenbrook.com, if you have had any problems.
Next meeting Monday, November 9th
7PM-Senior Center-1010 Mercedes
Please mark your calendars for the next TCNA meeting which will be held on Monday, November 9th. We hope to see you there.
A recent concern voiced by one of our members may be an issue for other residents of Timbercreek. Please contact the City Manager, Andy Wayman, AWayman@cityofbenbrook.com, if you have had any problems.
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