Welcome to the Landscape Committee
The Landscape committee is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance of the Cypress Creek Association common areas, which include the entrance area and medians. This committee promotes the ongoing care and
Congratulations to
Charles and Guillermina
Yard of the Month Winner!
Click on the month below for our Yard of the Month Winners!
| 2006 June | Charles & Guillermina Userner, 2404 Sharon Dr |
| 2005 December | Kimberly and Don Groener, |
| 2005 November | Kevin & Sherry Gassaway, 1611 Sharon Place |
| 2005 October | Drew & Jacquelyn Rogers, 2312 Eleanor Way |
| 2005 September | Marty Cormier & Barry Wright, 1600 Sharon Place |
| 2005 August | David & Brenda Posh, 2209 Sandra Drive |
| 2005 July | Nick & Donna Sayegh, 2300 Eleanorway |
| 2005 June | Donna & David Townsend, 1706 Tracy Miller Lane |
Yard of the Month -- View the Yard of the month Criteria
The “Yard of the Month” program is CCHOA’s way of recognizing neighbors whose yard stand out from the rest. The extra time, energy and money these residents expend on their yards not only enhance the value of the homes around them, but also foster a positive image of the entire neighborhood.
Selection is determined by well maintained landscaping, attractive landscaping and/or yard decoration. Homes are selected each month to receive the “Yard of the Month” sign for that month, their yard photo is published on the web site and they are acknowledged in the quarterly newsletter.
maintenance of trees and landscaping throughout our neighborhood.
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In today’s media driven environment everyone knows that mosquitoes can spread many diseases, the most recent discovery is the West Nile Virus. What does not seem to get to the public is what they can do to protect themselves from mosquito bites and from mosquito borne diseases.
The problem is divided into two different types of actions, prevention of mosquito breeding and bite prevention. Each requires different types of actions on the part of individuals to work.
Prevention of mosquito breeding is the best way to avoid a mosquito bite. Prevention requires that ALL citizens involve themselves in cleaning their properties of potential breeding sites and killing eggs, larva and pupa before they hatch into adult mosquitoes if they already exist.
The most important means of prevention of mosquito breeding is to ensure that there is no stagnant water on one’s property. The obvious places like kiddie pools and old tires come immediately to mind. What we don’t tend to think about are flowerpots, buckets, plastic covers, birdbaths and other similar containers. Mosquitoes can breed in any body of water that lasts for four (4) days so you need to continue to take precautions while the weather is “right” for mosquito breeding.
What can I do to prevent mosquito breeding on my property?
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency suggests that you follow the suggestions found here to prevent mosquito breeding. Empty standing water from all containers where mosquitoes might breed. Empty and change bird- baths, wading pools, etc. on at least a weekly basis. Keep swimming pools treated and circulating. Keep rain gutters unclogged. Placement of predator fish, such as minnows, in permanent ponds to eat larvae can also control breeding. Drain or fill temporary pools with dirt. In some instances larvacides applied to ponds, pools, etc. may be appropriate, but only if used in compliance with the directions accompanying such poisons.
I have cleaned the breeding spots but still have mosquitoes, now what?
Even after taking care of breeding spots mosquitoes will still be around to bite so you should take additional measures to avoid bites. The U.S.E.P.A. suggests that you use mosquito/insect repellants (those that contain DEET seem to work best) and follow the label directions, wear long sleeves and long pants, avoid exposure in the evenings when mosquitoes are most active, replace white outdoor lights with yellow “bug” lights, make sure that your screens are “bug-tight” and contact your local health district for information about any mosquito problems found in your area or to report large concentrations of mosquitoes.
Where can I find additional information about mosquito prevention?
Many websites exist where you can find out more information. Most of these sites are government sponsored by agencies involved in the fight against mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases. Some suggested sites include:
http://www.epa.gov for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
http://www.cdc.gov for the Centers for Disease Control
http://npic.orst.edu for the National Pesticide Information Center
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept.
http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/ for the Texas Dept. of Health
The May 15th Landscape Committee Planting Party was a HUGE Success !!!
A Special thanks to all the neighbors who helped.
Want to see the fun? Click here to the Community Photos page
Landscape Committee Minutes:
Minutes for May 3, 2004
Minutes for April 19, 2004
Minutes for August 24, 2004
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