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FALL 2014
WOODCREEK FALL NEWSLETTER
A PUBLICATION OF WOODCREEK FATE HOA, INC.
WHAT’S INSIDE
Page 2
Manager’s Corner
Yard-of-the-Month
Page 3
Celebrate FATE Photos
Page 4
Covenant’s Corner
Page 5
Be a Good Neighbor
Page 6
Fall Fest / Vendor Fair
Page 7
Family Pool Party
Page 8
Fall Home Maintenance
Checklist
Page 10
Local Fall Events
Page 11
Woodcreek Fall Events
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oodcreek and the City of Fate
celebrated Labor Day with a
bang on Saturday, August
30th by hosting a party in the city park and
a grand fireworks display. The event,
sponsored by Southstar Texas, LLC, the
developers of Woodcreek, and the
Woodcreek Homeowners Association, was
dubbed CELEBRATE FATE. Over 1500
residents and guests attended the party at
Smith Family Park in Fate for an afternoon
of activities and events. Along with food
trucks, bounce houses, water slides, a rock
climbing wall, dunk tank, and a live band.
Residents were treated to displays of Fate
and Rockwall County fire trucks and police
response vehicles. The highlight of the day,
however, was a fireworks display that
lasted over 45 minutes and
was impressive in both sights
and sounds. The display,
along with music, kept the
crowd in awe. The City of
Fate and Woodcreek hope to
make this an annual event to
celebrate small town life in
east Dallas and as a way for
residents to come together
and enjoy their community.
See more photos on Page 3.
CELEBRATE
FATE
“Over 1500 residents and guests
attended the party at Smith Family
Park in Fate for an afternoon of
activities and events.”
“Autumn is the season to find contentment at home.”
A Word from the Manager
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heat of the Texas
summer, the
following households
upheld beautiful
landscapes for the
month of August.
The Landscape
Committee will head
out for one more
round of Yard-of-theMonth winners for
the season during
October. Their eyes
will be peeled for fall
and Halloween décor
as they judge yards
that are awardworthy.
We’re evaluating ways to bring more
value to residents with community events. I
know that I’m personally looking forward to
seeing the highly popular Fishing
Tournament return in 2015, (including prizes)
as well as Movie Night in the Park. For those
of you who joined us on Labor Day weekend,
Smith Park is a wonderful city resource
located within the borders of Woodcreek
with athletic fields, playground, and Frisbee
golf course. As Woodcreek grows, the HOA
hopes to be able to increase partnership
opportunities with the city to bring even
more entertaining events to Smith Park.
WINNERS
Even through the
Yard-of-the-Month
hat a great summer! With
temperatures about ten degrees
below seasonal norms, July was
almost spring-like, allowing community
members to get out and enjoy the natural
beauty of Woodcreek and all that it offers.
To help gauge what type of lifestyle offerings
are desired, we recently completed a survey
of residents and have learned that many of
you place a very high value on fitness and
outdoor entertainment. The large quantity
of homeowners I have observed out walking,
jogging, cross training, and exercising
certainly support this.
Now that school is back in session, many
of you are busy shuttling your children to
after school practices and activities. Take a
look at the community calendar because
there are some truly fun events planned that
the whole family will enjoy. If you are new to
Woodcreek, our community events are a
great chance to meet other people who have
also chosen to call Woodcreek home. I look
forward to seeing you there!
Best,
— Jonas Tune
General Manager
Woodcreek HOA
Lafayette
Neighborhood
WINNER
391 Florence
Hatfield Residence
Bradfield
Neighborhood
WINNER
606 W. Fate Main
Green Residence
Barringer
Neighborhood
WINNER
918 Silktree
Trimmer Residence
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GALLERY
CELEBRATE
FATE
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ovenantsCORNER
Trash and Recycling
Containers, Bulk Waste
Items, and Litter
on a property line between your property and
your neighbors, it is deeded as a party
structure, often referred to as a common
fence. This means that both neighbors who
enjoy the benefit of the fence have an equal
responsibility for the cost of maintenance,
repair, and replacement.
When conflicting viewpoints come up,
work to find a mutually agreeable
compromise. Discuss with your neighbor what
you consider to be necessary for a
satisfactory fence repair or replacement
and agree on the steps involved for the
repair before you begin the process.
Make a plan that is agreeable to both
parties, and keep lines of communication
open. For example, you could both
invest sweat equity, and work on
repairing the fence together. If neither
party is handy with hand tools or doesn’t
have the time, you can agree to hire a
contractor and split the costs.
Keep in mind, after you have repaired or
replaced the fence, it’s too late to ask your
neighbor to share the cost if you proceeded
on your own and did not involve them in
dialogue about the common fence. Avoid bad
relations by talking to your neighbor and
making a joint decision. All arrangements and
costs should be understood by both parties
and finalized beforehand.
Also, please remember that if a fence is
being replaced, you must fill out a Property
Modification Approval Request Form, which
will be sent to the Architectural Control
Committee (ACC). A separate municipal fence
permit is required as well. While the HOA’s
Architectural review process usually takes an
average of 10-14 days, up to 30 calendar days
are allotted for review, so please factor
review lead time into your project.
Garbage and recycling cans may not be
stored in front of the garage. They are to be
placed in the most inconspicuous area as
possible. Acceptable trash and recycling
container storage locations include the side
yard, rear yard, or inside the garage. For trash
service pick up, the garbage can may be
placed out by the curb the night before
service, but must be returned to its storage
location on the same day service occurs.
These rules apply to recycling containers as
well.
Please remember to place your trash cans
out of sight until collection day and to secure
loose garbage. Boxes are to be broken down
and secured with the garbage can at the curb.
There have been a number of instances where
garbage cans have been blown over by the
wind and left in the street.
If you have the need to have bulk waste
removed beyond what is
offered at no charge
under the municipal
contract, please contact
Progressive Waste at
(903) 450-8282 to obtain
a quote.
We need all
residents to help keep
our community looking
its best! Please do your
part and remember to:
 Pick up after your
pet and dispose of waste properly.
 Pick up litter you notice in the community
and dispose of it.
 Make sure household trash is bagged,
secured, and disposed of in a timely and
appropriate manner.
 Thank you for taking pride in the
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appearance of our community. Your
cooperation is appreciated!
Most Common Fencing
Questions Asked of
Management
Who is responsible for
repairing or replacing this
fence?
You want to be on good terms with your
neighbor, but sometimes tensions arise when
common fence issues are viewed differently
by each neighbor. If the fence in question is
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Do I need HOA permission to extend or
replace my fence? Yes, all exterior
modifications require review and
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approval by the Architectural Control
Committee (ACC).
Do I need a city permit? Replacing 60% or
greater of the total linear footage of an
existing fence requires a city permit to be
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obtained before beginning work.
What if I do the work myself? Do I still
need to get a city permit? Yes, the same
regulations apply if you utilize a
contractor or perform the work yourself.
The pickets or “smooth side” of the fence
face my home, so the fence is mine, right?
All fencing that is shared between two
neighboring residences is deeded as a
party structure, also known as a common
fence, assigning an equal obligation to
both property owners for repair or
replacement costs.
My neighbor bought their house before I
did, so I don’t have to pay for any fence
repairs, because the fence is theirs, not
mine. This is unfortunately a
misperception; please see the above
answer for clarification.
How tall can fences in Woodcreek be?
The maximum allowable fence height was
raised to 8’ effective November 2013.
My neighbor and I agreed to replace the
common fence between our homes after a
storm. I submitted paperwork to the ACC
and received approval to begin the work.
Does my neighbor also need to turn in an
ACC request if they have decided to use
the same contractor and replace their
fence, too? In this case, both property
owners would need to submit an ACC
request, as two separate fence projects
would be involved.
A fence contractor told me that the City of
Fate requires steel posts for new fences –
is this true? At this time, no municipal
ordinance is in place which specifies that
steel posts must be used on new fences.
What about stain colors for my fence?
The community governing documents
allow for any “natural” wood stain color.
This has been promulgated to mean a
clear coat stain or any brown color. No
colored stains (red, blue, green, etc.) are
permissible.
I would like to change my fence from
wood to wrought iron. Upgrading an
existing wood fence to a wrought iron
fence generally will receive a favorable
review by the ACC.
Can I put in a vinyl fence? Vinyl fencing is
not permitted under the community
governing documents.
Annual Daddy/
Daughter Dance
Woodcreek
daddies and
daughters enjoyed
dressing their best
and dancing the
afternoon away on
September 13th at
the annual Daddy/
Daughter Dance.
NOW
ENROLLING!
12 MONTHS – 12 YEARS
(CHILD MUST BE EATING TABLE FOOD AND WALKING)
We are a Christian based school that focuses
on the personal development of each child. Our
objective is to teach responsibility, respect,
build new childhood experiences, and promote
a foundation that starts your child's educational
future, though play, movement, music, stories,
and interactions with other children and adults.
Our Philosophy of child development allows
each child to plan what they want to
accomplish (Goal Setting), accomplish what
they have planned (Meeting the Goal), and
recall what they have actually accomplished
(Reflection/Evaluation). Children learn through
play and exploration how goal setting affects
their lives and that they can be in charge of
many of the choices in life on the way to
fulfilling their short-term and long-term goals.
Fall Fest/Vendor Fair
“In addition to the
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vendor fair, kids can
he Social Committee is
working to organize the
annual Woodcreek Fall
Festival and Vendor Fair. If you
are a business owner, this event is
the perfect way to showcase your
talents to other Woodcreek
residents.
To pre-register as a vendor,
you can contact the Social
Committee by emailing
[email protected].
Vendor space is limited, so please
don’t delay if you plan to
participate!
So far, you can expect the
following vendors to be on hand
for this exciting community event
on Sunday, October 19th from 2-4
p.m. outside the Woodcreek
Clubhouse:
 The Pampered Chef
 Jamberry Nails
 TX Health Presbyterian
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DROP OFF
and PICKUP
at Miss May
Vernon and
Billie
Stevenson
FAMILY
OWNED and
OPERATED
CCS
PROVIDER
601 SH 66
Fate, TX 75132
(972) 771-0788
(469) 323-2055
www.firehouseds.com
[email protected]
Hospital Rockwall
Eric’s Pop Kettle Corn
Heather Nichols
Photography
Premier Designs Jewelry
Freda’s Fancy… a little
jewel
Plexus Worldwide
Scentsy and Isabel
enjoy a live DJ,
bounce houses,
carnival games, a
face painter, and a
cupcake walk.”
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Advocare
KB’s Brats
Billie Stevenson PTA Bake
Sale
Dallas Caramel Company
St. Barnabas Episcopan
Church Craft Guild
Mary Kay
Crochet by Rachel
Darn Skippy Photography
and Designs
Carter BloodCare Blood
Drive
In addition to the vendor fair,
kids can enjoy a live DJ, bounce
houses, carnival games, a face
painter, and a cupcake walk.
Halloween costumes are
welcome, but are not required to
join in the fun!
PRE-K
Program
CHRISTIAN
BASED
CIRRICULUM
6:30 a.m. to
6:30 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 19 from 2-4 p.m.
family
POOL
PARTY
Residents took advantage of the sunshine
and warm weather on Saturday, August
16th for the last HOA Family Pool Party of
the 2014 summer. DJ Josh entertained with
music, games, and prizes for all ages.
Pumpkin Pie Cake
Cake:
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 large eggs
1 (15 oz) can unsweetened pumpkin
2 cups all-purpose flour (about 9 oz)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons pumpkin-pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting:
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 (8-oz) package 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
3 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons fresh orange juice
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°. To prepare cake, coat 2 (8”) round cake pans
with cooking spray. Dust pans evenly with 2 tablespoons flour.
Combine 1 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil in a large bowl;
beat with a mixer at medium speed 2 min. or until well blended. Add
egg substitute and eggs; beat until well blended. Add pumpkin, beating
until blended. Lightly spoon 2 cups flour into dry measuring cups; level
with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, and next 3 ingredients
(through salt) in a medium bowl. Gradually add flour mixture to
pumpkin mixture, beating just until blended. Spoon batter into
prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 30 min. or until a wooden pick inserted
in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 min. on a wire rack. Remove
cake from pans; cool completely on wire rack. To prepare frosting, beat
butter and cream cheese at medium speed until creamy. Gradually add
powdered sugar, beating until blended (do not overbeat). Add juice,
stirring until blended. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Spread 1
cup frosting over layer, and top with remaining cake layer. Spread
remaining frosting over top of cake. Sprinkle with pecans, and garnish
with orange slices, if desired. — Source: Cooking Light
WOODCREEK FATE HOA INC.
C/O FIRSTSERVICE RESIDENTIAL
3102 OAK LAWN AVE, STE 202
DALLAS, TX 75219
WWW.FSRESIDENTIAL.COM
TELEPHONE: (214) 871-9700
FAX: (214) 889-9980
GENERAL MANAGER
JONAS TUNE
(972) 722-6484
[email protected]
LIFESTYLE DIRECTOR
MALLORIE BARR
(972) 722-6484
[email protected]
ACCOUNTING / BILLING QUESTIONS
(877) 378-2388
[email protected]
RESALE & REFINANCE CERTIFICATES
(888) 679-2500
WWW.FSRESIDENTIAL.COM/RESALE.HTML
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Social Committee Email: [email protected]
Are you considering a home
improvement project?
All exterior property modifications or improvements require
review and approval by the Architectural Control Committee
(ACC) before work is initiated. ACC request forms are found
online by visiting the ‘Forms and Documents’ section of the
HOA website, located at woodcreekfatehoa.com. While the ByLaws provide for a period of up to 30 days for review, the ACC
review process is often
completed more
quickly. To allow
sufficient lead time to
schedule work with
your contractor, please
factor the review
period into your
improvement project
planning.
Clubhouse Rentals, Outdoor
Kitchen, Pool Parties, and
Athletics Field Booking
If you would like to check availability for a
private event, we are here to help you!
Weekday rentals (Mon-Thurs) are $100,
and weekend rentals (Fri-Sun) are $150;
$500 security deposit is required.
Clubhouse rentals are booked in 5-hour
increments, with reservations accepted up
to 90 days in advance of your desired event date. Outdoor kitchen
rentals are taken in 2-hour blocks with a $25 fee. Pool parties and use
of the multipurpose athletics field (for practices, games, bounce houses,
etc.) must be scheduled through the management office as well. There
is no fee to schedule a pool party or use of the multipurpose athletics
field. Please contact the management office by emailing
[email protected] or by phone at (972) 722-6484 for
assistance. Accounts must be in good standing.
www.woodcreekfatehoa.com