Villages of Westcreek (Sanford: farmer, investment, farmer)

[Steel Man]

Originally Posted by wc2005

Here's a look at the Sports Park yesterday from the bridge on Military.

Two creeks run through WC, Medio Creek at the Sports Park and Caracol Creek toward the front of WC. Did the flooding affect the Sports Park much?

[BamaSailor]

Originally Posted by Steel Man

Two creeks run through WC, Medio Creek at the Sports Park and Caracol Creek toward the front of WC. Did the flooding affect the Sports Park much?

The water was almost up to the pavilion at the Sports Park and a large part of the new parking area was swamped.

[Cerberus01]

My sources say that a few weeks ago they observed a makeshift causeway had been constructed across the creek bed behind the Sports Park. He said that it appeared to be a part of a foot path that was roughed in from the top of the hill ( the Reserve) to access the Sports Park. I would be interested in seeing if that is a contributory factor (man-made obstruction preventing/interfering with the natural run-off pattern of the creek) to the flooding in that area. Might be worth checking into when the water recedes.

[wellguy]

Hopefully that is not the case here. It is illegal for anyone to disturb the natural flow of a Creek, Stream, etc. without the permission of the San Antonio River Authority and TCEQ. This still applies to a dry Creek, Stream, etc. If anyone did obstruct / hinder the water flow then they (SARA and the TCEQ) would need to be contacted and that would /should /shall /must be done by the HOA Staff. Actually anyone could call but routing the calls to the Office would be best.


Speaking of The Reseve does anyone know why they pay another HOA type of fee? This has been mentioned here before.

[Steel Man]

Originally Posted by Cerberus01

My sources say that a few weeks ago they observed a makeshift causeway had been constructed across the creek bed behind the Sports Park. He said that it appeared to be a part of a foot path that was roughed in from the top of the hill ( the Reserve) to access the Sports Park. I would be interested in seeing if that is a contributory factor (man-made obstruction preventing/interfering with the natural run-off pattern of the creek) to the flooding in that area. Might be worth checking into when the water recedes.

I saw some kids coming down that trail during the HOA-sponsored rummage sale last week and wondered where that came from.

[dpope22]

Originally Posted by Cerberus01

My sources say that a few weeks ago they observed a makeshift causeway had been constructed across the creek bed behind the Sports Park. He said that it appeared to be a part of a foot path that was roughed in from the top of the hill ( the Reserve) to access the Sports Park. I would be interested in seeing if that is a contributory factor (man-made obstruction preventing/interfering with the natural run-off pattern of the creek) to the flooding in that area. Might be worth checking into when the water recedes.

The makeshift causway consists of 7 - 8 large stones that have spaces between them to allow for water flow. They protrude maybe 2 feet from the normal water level in the creek. There is no way that they are the cause for any flooding.

[wellguy]

Originally Posted by dpope22

The makeshift causway consists of 7 - 8 large stones that have spaces between them to allow for water flow. They protrude maybe 2 feet from the normal water level in the creek. There is no way that they are the cause for any flooding.

The flow is only as good as the cleanness (small branches, trash, etc) of the creek. It doesn't take much to slow or obstruct the flow of water.

[Reserve at WC]

There is a pathway but the stones have spaces between each one. The water flows easily between each stone and could no way cause the flooding.

We do pay an additional HOA which takes care of lawn maintenance, sweeping of the streets, the signage, etc in our particular subdivision. If you drive through our subdivision you'll notice we have few to any unkept lawns or cars parked all over the street (unless they are construction vehicles) because notices are promptly given out for violations. One of my spouses' co-workers was written up for not mowing his grass and the violation was fixed within a few days. Prior to moving in we are told of the additional HOA fee so there are no surprises.

[wellguy]

Originally Posted by Reserve at WC

There is a pathway but the stones have spaces between each one. The water flows easily between each stone and could no way cause the flooding.

We do pay an additional HOA which takes care of lawn maintenance, sweeping of the streets, the signage, etc in our particular subdivision. If you drive through our subdivision you'll notice we have few to any unkept lawns or cars parked all over the street (unless they are construction vehicles) because notices are promptly given out for violations. One of my spouses' co-workers was written up for not mowing his grass and the violation was fixed within a few days. Prior to moving in we are told of the additional HOA fee so there are no surprises.

Don't you already get the Lawn Maintenance services from the VOWC HOA? The County sweeps the streets for free and they also have a Code Compliance Dept. What about the signage? Do you mean Street Signs or Monument Signage or ???? Who takes care of the Fees you pay? Do you have your own Neighborhood BOD?


I don't mean to ask a lot of questions but I'm curious. I can remember several years ago when my Sister bought in an UPSCALE (Dominion Equivalent) California Subdivision which like WC had its' own HOA and BOD. She had to pay an extra fee (to the Builder) until the Subdivision was built out. If I remember correctly it was to insure that the area was immaculate at all times. There was no doubt that the Builder was looking out for his best interest. (He didn't want to or couldn't wait for the HOA to act) In that case it was all about sell, sell, sell ,which translates to $$$$$$

[NCFSH1PILOT]

Originally Posted by wellguy

Don't you already get the Lawn Maintenance services from the VOWC HOA? The County sweeps the streets for free and they also have a Code Compliance Dept. What about the signage? Do you mean Street Signs or Monument Signage or ???? Who takes care of the Fees you pay? Do you have your own Neighborhood BOD?


I don't mean to ask a lot of questions but I'm curious. I can remember several years ago when my Sister bought in an UPSCALE (Dominion Equivalent) California Subdivision which like WC had its' own HOA and BOD. She had to pay an extra fee (to the Builder) until the Subdivision was built out. If I remember correctly it was to insure that the area was immaculate at all times. There was no doubt that the Builder was looking out for his best interest. (He didn't want to or couldn't wait for the HOA to act) In that case it was all about sell, sell, sell ,which translates to $$$$$$

The Reserve has a sub HOA according to the BOD. When McMillen started building they ask for and paid for (lawyers fees) for a sub HOA. The folks in the Reserve must pay both association's assessments. They must also abide by the VWOA and their association's CC&Rs and Bylaws. I believe their association is managed by a management company. I understand but am not sure of their requirement that prohibits them from parking in the street. They may have more restrictive rules but not less restrictive than the parent association - VWOA.