Recycling Update

Photo from NBC DFW

The fire: On Wednesday, December 28th, a fast-moving fire swept through Republic Services recycling center in Plano, leaving the city without the ability to handle and process our recyclables (so they would have to go to the landfill). However, we have some good news on that:

Thank Veterans, Here Are Some Freebies and Deals!

Today we honor our veterans for their service.  And what better way to celebrate than giving back to them!  So, here are some deals and freebies for our veterans.

Covenant Questions - Roof Constraints?

Mary asked:

Do the covenants limit what sort of roof we can install?  Can I put up a black roof?

The answer after the jump...

Covenant Questions - Can I Put In a Carport?

Source: Wikipedia

Jeff asks:

Hi there.  After the recent hail events, I was thinking about installing a carport.  I know Plano has some guidelines we must follow.  Are there additional Creekbend Estates rules regarding carports?  Thanks, Jeff

The answer may shock you (well, probably not).

Covenants Added to Welcome Page!

Source: Wikipedia/Jonathunder

The covenants that affect our homes have been added to the "Welcome" page.  Enjoy!

Egg Hunt March 26th!

It's time for our annual egg hunt!  Here are the details:

• Parents, please donate 1-2 dozen filled plastic eggs per child
• There will be extra, so please join us even if you cannot donate
• Date: Saturday, March 26
• Time: 9:00 AM

See our Facebook group (or use our contact form) for location and information on where to drop off the eggs.  Thanks to Shelley H., our new Social Chair, for setting all of this up!

CENA BOARD Meeting Minutes - 2015.12.03

Attendees

• All current board members except Entryways (Scott S.)
• Candidate for Social Chair - Shelley H.

Highlights

• Liz R. stepped down from Social Chair
• Shelley H. was unanimously elected to replace Liz R. as Social Chair
• Annual Meeting will occur in January, details to be sent via newsletter in January
• Donations currently at 75%  of 2015 budget goal
• Have to put some sprinkler upgrades on hold
• Consequence - delay in reducing water costs for maintaining common areas
• Continue to work on engaging our neighbors and increasing participation/involvement
• Chairs currently open
• Secretary
• Membership

If you have any questions or are interested in filling one of the vacant positions, please contact us.