Community News and Announcements
Possible Pool Closures
Aquatic Management notes that we are not at panic (Code Red) stage yet, but the situation is worsening daily. Aquatic Management is confident they can keep the pools open, but please be patient and understanding if they have partial closures on random days when they suffer sudden resignations. They are working very hard to hire more people and resolve the problem. Aquatic Management has job openings for lifeguards. Their wage starts at $10.00 per hour. Community members: Please remember to show appreciation to the staff at our pool. Our pool needs to be an enjoyable and positive place to work. Aquatic Management can't keep losing younger staff who feel threatened due to rude, aggressive residents and children. For most of them, it's their first job.
C4 Now! App
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 has a new free phone app called C4 Now! so we can follow the constable's office as they keep our community safe. Get the latest news on crime, arrests, traffic, accidents, and emergencies in our area. Report suspicious activity, crime, and traffic issues. Download C4 Now! from the Apple App or Google Play stores.
Yard of the Month
Yard of the Month Pictures
To select the Yard of the Month, committee members walk the community and take pictures of candidate yards. There is no cause for alarm if residents observe someone taking pictures of their home during daylight hours. Owners who have recently made improvements to their yards and would like to be considered, can contact the committee at wwoakcrest.yotm@gmail.com. Recommendations of neighbors' yards are also welcome as tips on where to look are preferable to having to hunt for yards.
Yard of the Month Winner
Congratulations to our June Yard of the Month Winner. Thanks to the EPW Services, Plumbing Specialists for sponsoring this month.
Community Frequently Asked Questions
Community Security
Crime statistics show that Wildwood at Oakcrest is one of the safest areas of greater Houston; however, in the event of a crime make sure you report it to Harris County Precinct 4 because crime reports determine the amount of neighborhood patrols.
Emergency: 911
Non-emergency: 281-376-3472
Reporting Problems
To report problems (e.g., fallen tree in the common area, burned out street light), contact Chaparral Management at 281-537-0957 or use the HOA portal request page. Using the portal creates a work order record that can be tracked.
Clubhouse Rental
The community clubhouse is now available for rental. Contact Chaparral Management via the HOA portal to inquire about availability dates. Chaparral will provide a rental agreement form. Owners in good standing provide a check for a deposit, a check for the rental/cleaning, and the completed rental agreement contract to Chaparral.
Association & Management Company
The Wildwood at Oakcrest Homeowners Association consists of 1187 homes. The homeowners elect the Board of Directors. The homeowners volunteer to serve on committees like the Advisory Committee, Architectural Control Committee, Social Committee, Community Outreach Committee, or the Yard of the Month Committee. The homeowners are the association! Chaparral Management Company manages the association based on policies set by the Board. The management company works for the association.
Management Company Services and Cost
Chaparral Management provides:
- Knowledge of how to run the association within what is required by law.
- Expertise on how to address problems faced by the association.
- Contacts with contractors who can service the association.
- Administration of assessments, including collection processes when homeowners do not pay.
- A layer of liability removal compared to volunteer homeowners running the association to save money. The fee for these services is $2.88 per owner per month.
COMMUNITY DEED RESTRICTIONS
Basketball Goals
The rules and regulations regarding basketball goals can be found on the HOA portal documents page under Governing Documents > Resolutions > Basketball goal policy (002).pdf. Whereas roof and wall-mounted goals are prohibited, there are rules governing in-ground pole-mounted and portable basketball goals.
Trash Pickup
Trash pickup is normally on Mondays and Thursdays. The holiday schedule from Best Trash shows which days there is no trash pickup.
Take Trash Out: 6:00 pm day before to 7:00 am day of
Bring Containers In: pick up to 12:00 am day of
Severe weather can lead to pickup cancellation and are noted on the Best Trash homepage. If a garbage service day falls on a holiday or there is a cancelation, garbage will be collected on the next regularly scheduled trash service day.
Fence Painting
Homeowners who wish to paint their wooden fences must first submit an application, available on the HOA portal architectural request form page. The approved stain color is Baker's Gray-Away Wood Seal Special Blend part number SB200520. Some homeowners have used ProStain of Texas, 832-296-0987.
Tree Replacement
Removal of any tree in excess of a four-inch caliper requires the approval of the Architectural Review Committee and the replacement, one for one, of such tree with a tree of equal or greater caliper. The requirements for yards including the list of approved trees can be found on the HOA portal documents page under Architectural Documents > Landscaping.pdf.
Covered Patio Additions
Proposed home improvements require approval via the architectural review process. The requirements for home improvements such as covered patios can be found on the HOA portal documents page under Architectual Documents > Wildwood at Oakcrest Homeowner Improvement Guidelines 1.1.15.pdf.
Jungle Gyms and Swing Sets
Adding jungle gyms, swing sets, or other playground equipment requires approval via the architectural review process. The requirements for backyards as well as the bulk of the deed restrictions for the community can be found on the HOA portal documents page under Governing Documents > CCRs > Deed Restrictions.pdf.
Standby Generators
Adding a standby generator requires architectural approval. With the recent power outages, standby generators have become quite popular. The requirements for standby generators can be found on the HOA portal documents page under Governing Documents > Resolutions > Standby Electric Generator.pdf.
Other Community Questions
House Number Curb Painting
To have house numbers with designs painted on the curbs in front of homes, some homeowners have texted one of two local providers:
Vivian 281-460-1683
Hayden 832-506-1010
Recessed Light Replacement
The interior recessed lights that appear to be can lights are actually LEDs. Some owners have replaced faulty lights with Sea Gull Traverse Lights 3000K available at Home Depot.
Additional Accent Lighting
Some owners have added FEIT Electric LED strands as outdoor accent lighting for patios.