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The 2014 Audit

Posted on by Don Ryan

The Audit of our 2014 financials was completed on March 30, 2015.  Here is an excerpt from the independent auditor’s report:

Opinion
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Grand Prairie Mountain Creek Homeowners Association, Inc. as of December 31, 2014, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

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Landscaping Schedule

Posted on by Don Ryan

Beginning April 6th, Metroscape will be coming out each week on Monday. This schedule will continue through the growing season.

There will be a “Weed and Feed” done this month, to help the grass and cut back on the weeds. We are also going to distribute more grass seed and continue to treat the fire ant mounds.

Landscaping

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2015 Paint Schedule

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We have started painting on our 2015 schedule, and the following homes will be painted:

  • East Townhouse Lane, single and 2 story.
  • East Creek, 2 story only
  • East Mountain Creek Drive, 2 story only
  • Those with enclosed garages will need to repair and paint these structures themselves. The HOA does not maintain them.

Homeowners will need to clear their back yards and next to the building so we can power wash and prepare for painting.

Below are the base and trim colors for this year. Those getting their homes painted will need to choose a trim color.  If you do not choose a trim color, we will pick one.

TrimColors
Trim color 1, 2, 3, and 4 and the Base Color

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Energy Efficiency Programs

Posted on by Don Ryan

We had a visit in the Office from a representative of Home Save Energy,  a company that is doing insulation and weather-stripping on behalf of Oncor, the Utility Delivery company funding this program. If you qualify (income, etc.) you can have added attic insulation, weather-stripping on doors and caulking which will result in a lower electric bill. If you are interested, here is their contact information:

Home Save Energy, Genaro Clauidio, 469-298-8286

We do have a few of their flyers in the Office if you want one. There are other companies also doing this type of service. Here is some information from Oncor:

ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS

​Oncor is committed to helping Texans become more energy efficient. As part of that commitment, Oncor operates some of the leading energy efficiency programs in the state and offers a variety of incentive programs for homes, businesses, government, schools and nonprofits. You can reduce your energy usage by implementing energy efficiency tips recommended through these programs.

Visit TakeALoadOffTexas.com to learn more about our energy efficiency incentive and educational programs.

NOTE: We are not endorsing any of these companies, we are merely providing information on these services.

 

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Expired Registration/Inspections

Posted on by Don Ryan - Updated

As most of you are aware, we have signs in the Visitor Lots indicating that you cannot park a vehicle with expired registration or inspection in that lot. It also limits these lots to Visitors.  We are towing vehicles with expired registration and/or inspection stickers. These signs are posted prominently:

 

Expired Reg

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Board Meeting, April 2nd

Posted on by Don Ryan - Updated

  • Open Board Meeting, April 2nd, at 7 PM in the Association Office
    • Agenda for the meeting: (Subject to change)
      • 2014 Audit
      • Ancillary parking – Determine the details on Permits and limitations
        • Add 3-4 parking spaces on West Mountain Creek Drive, near turnaround
      • 3rd golf cart for grounds cleanup (used electric cart)
      • HOA Mail Policy, Certified or First Class
    • Executive Meeting to Follow

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More Vandalism

Posted on by Don Ryan

We had another incident of vandalism on the West side, specifically on West Creek. We had a game camera located part way along the fence so we can see who keeps running into and damaging the new fence.  Sometime earlier this week, someone took what appears to be a hammer or heavy bar to it and caused a lot of damage to the metal security box around the camera.

This metal box did its job, the camera still works, although a bit worse for wear and we do have some rather good pictures of people who seemed interested in the camera’s location.  We will have to purchase another metal security box for this camera and we will relocate it where it is much less accessible.

Here is what they did:

Camera Damage 2 Camera Damage

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Farmers Market Opens this Weekend

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Farmers Market Opens and Strollin’ with the Mayor
The Grand Prairie Farmers Market will officially open for business at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, for the 2015 season.  In addition to locally grown vegetables, meats, honey, pasta, spices, tamales and more, exciting activities are planned to kick off the season.

  • USA Olympian and native Texan Johnny Quinn will make a special appearance.
  • The market will feature live music and entertainment.
  • Grand Prairie Mayor Ron Jensen invites residents to join him for a stroll downtown.  The Strollin’ with the Mayor event, beginning at 8:30 a.m., features a two-mile walk through the downtown area, beginning and ending at Market Square.  Mayor Jensen plans to announce future dates for the 2015 Cyclin’ with the Mayor program.  The Cyclin’ with the Mayor bike rides are planned for April through November as part of the Get Fit GP community health initiative.
  • Numerous groups – including various city departments and Get Fit GP – will have booths at Market Square.  Don’t miss the Parks, Arts and Recreation department’s photo booth!
Farmers Market will be open every Saturday, March 28 to December 19 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Market Square, 120 W. Main St.  For more information, call 972-237-4599.

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