The Best Event of the Year to Meet Your Neighbor’s
As we approach our next meeting on September 24, 2013, my thoughts are on another date. That date is October 1, 2013. On that night of Tuesday October 1st, we have the opportunity to join our neighbors at block parties. This night is National Night Out (NNO) for the residents of Texas. In Texas we do things a little different than the rest of the nation. We hold our night out in October rather than August to avoid the heat and mosquitos. Our neighbors who are north of the Red River have a more agreeable climate for holding this event in August than we do.
This is the best opportunity for us to meet our neighbors and fight crime at the same time. We are hopeful to continue the tradition that was started many years ago and then faded. That is the NNO parade. Last year we brought back the parade. This year we hope to continue the tradition and build on it. The parade is usually made up of our Citizens on Patrol and neighbors who have classic cars. If you are a neighbor with a classic or antique automobile who would like to be in the parade, please send an email to Matt Herring – Lazybrook Security.
If you have not already heard from your block captain, please reach out to them to find out who will be hosting the block party on your block. If no one has volunteered, please consider hosting. This will be a fun event that will bring neighbors together.
Citizens on Patrol Training – Aug 20th
HPD is planning on holding a Citizens on Patrol training class, on Monday August 20th, for anyone that is interested in becoming a patroller for Lazybrook. I know many neighbors have expressed interest in the past and this is a great chance to get certified and help our city and our neighborhood.
Letter from President
Hello Neighbors, I believe some of you have heard from the November Lazybrook Civic Club meeting that my family business is relocating to Conroe TX.
I’ve really enjoyed working with LCC but my 1 hour and 15 minute commute each way starting March will be too hard for me. The 1st lady is retiring this Spring and he wants to go to the lake with his retired Harley buddies. My son lives in Conroe. My daughter is up at SHSU. My extended family is all around the lake. Moving is the only real option for my family.
That being said, the Executive Board and the many committees have spent the past few years organizing our civic club to be very efficient for the volunteers. Each LCC Committee Chair has a clear understanding of their functions and have been very organized so as not to stress out any one volunteer with too many monthly duties. I want to thank each of the Committee Chairs and their volunteers for their help.
The President of Lazybrook Civic Club has a very clear job. With the support of the Executive Board and the committees the job is very easy to perform. We are seeking a civic minded neighbor to step up and take on the Presidency. The position has two main jobs, answer questions of the Committee Chairs and run Bimonthly meetings (6 per year) off an agenda our past President Richard Akin handed down to me. I am willing to stay on to help with the transition and train my replacement until March 2012. I will always be available by cell phone or to help our new volunteer run meetings during 2012. Consider taking on this prestigious position for our neighborhood. Please contact myself at president@lazybrook.org or Richard Akin, LCC VP. at president@lazybrook.org
We are seeking a civic minded neighbor to step up and take on the Presidency. Please consider taking on this prestigious position for our neighborhood.
Thank you, Shane Davis
January Security Update
Citizens on Patrol Hours Logged
- October 2011 – 43.5
- November 2011 – 78
- December 2011 – 60
Total for 2011 – 734 hours
I appreciate the continued support of our patrollers.We are looking for more volunteers to join our Citizens on Patrol program to help do our part to protect ourselves and our neighbors. If you are interested please send an email to security@lazybrook.org to learn more.
Crime in the Neighborhood
11/3- Burglary, 2100 Widdicomb, 11AM, broke in back doors, alarm went off
12/1- Theft, 1700 Willowby, catalytic converter stolen from vehicle in driveway
12/7- Burglary, 2400 Brooktree, 8AM, shattered back door, alarm went off
12/7- Theft, 2400 Brookmere, Christmas decorations stolen
12/13- Theft, 2300 Lazybrook, 4PM
12/16- Burglary, 1800 Seamist, mid-day, kicked in front door
12/19- Burglary, 1800 Millwood, 11AM kick in front door, alarm went off
12/29- Theft, 2500 T.C. Jester, Christmas decorations stolen
We have seen an increase in home burglaries, typically occurring during the middle of the day with the criminals typically gaining entry by kicking in the side door or back door to the house and stealing electronics and other small valuables. I encourage everyone to report any suspicious persons or vehicles immediately to HPD at 713-844-3131 or 911 for cases of emergency.Please call HPD to report all crimes and get a case number, this is how we are assigned manpower from HPD. HPD Dispatch 713-884-3131.
Crime Statistics
The latest crime statistics are posted on the web at: http://mycity.houstontx.gov/crime/ or spotcrime.com.
Citizens on Patrol
Just a few minutes a week can really make a big difference in keeping Lazybrook safe. Patrolling is as easy as driving a car or riding a bike through the neighborhood with a cell phone and calling in any suspicious persons or activities. We will train you, the hours are flexible to fit any schedule, and you are reimbursed for the cost of gas. Please email security@lazybrook.org to let me know if you are interested.
Lazybrook Email Network
We have over 400 neighbors signed up to receive email updates. If you are not currently receiving the email you can join by emailing: security@lazybrook.org
If you change your email address please drop me a line so I can make the change and keep the list current.
Recycling Update
- Compost instead of using the garbage disposal (tip – don’t put meat products in your compost)
- When running water to change the temperature -run it into a pitcher or jug and water your plants
- Wash fruits and vegetables in a pan instead of running the tap – then use the water to water plants
- Shorten your shower by a minute or 2 and save up to 150 gallons per month.