See Below
- A Message from the HOA President
- Second Orchid Tree Give Away Event
- Planned Improvements in our area
- Clayton Nextdoor.com
- Important Phone #’s & Websites
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A Message from the HOA President
It is hard to believe that school is starting in just a couple of weeks. The summer has flown by and many residents kept cool at the neighborhood pool. We are happy to say that pool use appears to be up this year over last. Take the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing dip or participate in a free water aerobics class before Labor Day when the pool will close for the season. Several ladies from the neighborhood meet at the pool at 2 p.m. on Saturday to exercise for about 45 minutes. It is free to all residents, men included!
Another improvement made recently was the resurfacing of the tennis courts. We went with a rust colored coating which, along with the new nets, gives a fresh look to our recreational area. A key to the tennis courts can be obtained from the property management company.
In other exciting news, we are delighted to welcome Sylvia Marinez to the Clayton Board. Sylvia has been a home owner in Clayton for many years and is also involved in community activities outside of Clayton. She is familiar with the problems facing Clayton and the surrounding area. We look forward to her input and ideas on how to address them.
Recently some neighbors have brought maintenance issues such as mowing, weed-eating and ill-kept properties to our attention. We are working hard to address these issues as quickly as we can while complying with state law and neighborhood by-laws. Please help us by notifying the Board if you see a curb
appeal issue developing. Most of the time we are already aware the problem and addressing it but the processes is time sensitive and the sooner we start the required letter process, the sooner we can take action.
There are now 50 Clayton Residents that are sharing information about crime, community activities, loose dogs, etc. on www.ClaytonNextdoor.com. This is social network for Clayton Residents and is neighbor communicating with neighbor. Clayton members are also able to share information with NextDoor members of a neighboring HOA, Forestview/Wingate.
The Community Service Volunteer Program for Clayton children, ages 12 to 17, is planning a second plant give away event on Saturday, August 17th. See details below. Board Member Janice Little heads up the program. See the Clayton Website for additional information and to learn how to get your child involved. Additional Events are in the planning stage.
Since school is starting, driving slow and coming to a complete stop at all stop signs is extra important. Also, remember it is against the law to talk on your cell phone in a school zone and in Alief you can be fined up to $200.
The volunteers on the Clayton Board are working hard to improve and maintain property values by making decisions that are best for the entire community. But, it takes input, volunteering, residents and Board Members working together to make a difference.
As always, please contact the board with comments, questions, concerns and suggestions. We are always happy to hear from our residents.
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Second Free Plant Giveaway to
Clayton Residents
Saturday, August 17th, 2013
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Clayton Community Park
Incase you did not get an Orchid Tree Seedlings in June, Clayton Community Volunteers (ages 12 to 17) will be delivering more Trees.
The Event will happen on Saturday, August 17th, 2013. You will also be able to pick up an Orchid Tree at the Park.
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Planned Improvements for Our Area
Soon there will be a side walk along West Park between Green Crest and the Wal-Mart parking lot.
A side walk along Green Crest from West Park to the Mall is also in the works.
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Clayton Nextdoor.com
Clayton Nextdoor.com is a social network for Clayton Residents only.
There is an option to include Wingate & Forestview, a neighboring Community.
Currently 50 Clayton Residents have joined and about 50 residents from neighboring HOA’s.
Members share information such as criminal activity, post classified ads, special announcements, etc.
Members do not have to show their exact address (street name only) or personal information.
Clayton Nextdoor is not sponsored by or a part of the Clayton Home Owners Association. It is neighbors supporting neighbors.
The more residents that participate the more information will be shared so join today.
Please see https://claytontx.nextdoor.com for details and to join. It is free.
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