
Connections
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
3 Corrected, 23 new violations, 8 at legal or Public Nuisance and 46 open violations 9 homes have been sent to commissioner’s court for abatement. Reminder: Many of these new violations were due to houses not having a number on them for emergency purposes. All houses must have a number on their house.
October
12 Corrected, 4 new violations, 12 at legal or Public Nuisance, and 28 open violations
Reminder: House numbers are required per POA Policy. Numbers must be legible from the street. Confirmation of numbers has begun, and it was noted that only 26 homes did not have numbers. Beginning in December, fines will be given if you do not have a number to identify your house.
September
29 Corrected, 15 new violations, 13 at legal or Public Nuisance and 44 open violations
Reminders:
1. House numbers are required per POA Policy. Reminder that numbers must be legible from the street. Confirmation of numbers will begin soon.
August
54 Corrected, 18 new violations, 13 at legal or Public Nuisance and 73 open violations
Reminders:
1. Vehicles are not to be parked on the street or lanes. Trailers must be behind the front set back line of the home.
2. House numbers are required per POA Policy. Numbers must be legible from the street.
July
34 Corrected, 88 new violations, 10 legal or Public Nuisance, and 55 open violations
Reminders: Flags may not go on trees or utility poles. Building materials must be stored and not visible from the front. No chemicals should be put in household trash.
June
14 Corrected, 26 new violations, 9 legal or Public Nuisance and 55 open violations
May
19 new violations, 9 at legal or public nuisance and 53 open violations
April
59 corrected, 16 new, 10 at legal or public nuisance, and 65 currently active.
March
80 corrected, 42 new, 11 at legal or public nuisance, and 108 currently active.
February
14 corrected, 114 new, 5 at legal or public nuisance, and 146 currently active. Trustee Matthew reported that, within the last two weeks, 5 Board members and POA staff had ridden all 26 miles of road within Westwood Shores and identified 114 deed violations. The drive around was an effort to educate the Board and staff on the state of the community and to focus on the importance of deed restriction enforcement. Many of the 114 new deed violation property owners shall be given a 30-grace period to correct the violations unless they are repeat offenders. It is the desire of the Board to ensure fair and equal deed violation enforcement.
January
23 corrected, 13 new, 5 at legal or public nuisance, and 46 currently active.
2024
November
33 corrected, 6 new, 5 at legal or public nuisance, and 36 currently active.
October
47 corrected, 14 new, 7 at legal or public nuisance, and 63 currently active.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
Chairperson George Gallagher reported new homes YTD is 4. For the month of November, 4 additions/improvements, 1 lot consolidation, 2 propane tanks, 2 fences and 2 denials.
October
Chairperson George Gallagher reported new homes YTD is 5. For the month of October,
3 additions/improvements, 1 lot consolidation, 1 mobile home removal and new one brought in, 4 denials.
September
Chairperson George Gallagher reported new homes YTD is 4. For the month of September, 2 additions/improvements, 1 lot consolidation and 1 propane tank, 1 generator, 2 denials.
August
Chairperson George Gallagher reported new homes YTD is 4; 1 custom and 3 spec homes. For the month of July, 5 additions/improvements, 1 fence, 1 lot consolidation and 2 propane screening.
July
Chairperson George Gallagher reported for June: YTD – 4 new homes, YTD 25 improvements/additions, 7 consolidations, and 23 denials. For the month of June, 7 additions/improvements, 1 consolidation, and 1 propane tank.
June
Chairperson George Gallagher reported for June: 3 additions/improvements, 2 propane tank screenings and 1 denial.
May
Chairperson George Gallagher reported for May: 3 additions/improvements, 1 culvert, 1 water filtration system, 1 propane tank screening, 1 irrigation system and flagpole and 4 denials.
o Consolidation of 07-80-46 with lot 07-80-47 being the only billed lot was approved.
o Consolidation of 09-02-12 and 09-02-14 with lot 09-02-13 being the only billed lot was approved.
April
Monthly
ACC Chair George Gallagher reported year-to-date: 4 new homes; 21 additions/ improvements; 9 fences; 4 propane tank screening; 3 extensions; and 16 denials.
March
ACC Chair George Gallagher reported year-to-date: 3 new homes; 15 additions/ improvements; 6 fences; 2 propane tanks and screening; 3 extensions; and 7 denials.
Approved lot consolidation of 09-02-12, 13, and 14.
February
ACC Vice-Chairman Dahl Hansen reported for February: 2 propane tanks; 2 additions/ improvements; 2 flagpoles; 2 extensions; and 2 denials.
January
ACC Chair George Gallagher reported for 2024 year-to-date: 18 new homes have been approved; 1 storage building; 80 additions/improvements; 15 consolidations; 34 fences; 2 variances; and 15 denials.
Lot consolidation on lots 01-19-11 and 01-19-15 approved.
2024
November
ACC Vice Chair Dahl reported for year-to-date: 18 new homes have been approved; 66 additions/improvements; 13 consolidations; 31 fences; 13 extensions, and 14 denials.
October
ACC Chair George Gallagher reported for year-to-date: 18 new homes have been approved; 66 additions/improvements; 13 consolidations; 31 fences; 13 extensions, and 14 denials.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control monthly statistics for November are: Access Control logged in 2,215 vehicles for the POA, 1,055 contractors, 71 guests to Marina Village and 409 guests to the Club House. For the year 2025, there have been 49,928 individuals checked in for the POA, 20,540 contractors, 2,324 for Marina Village, and 7,103 for the ClubHouse. 4,739 guests have been called in for the year. We are now up to 71% usage. Reminder: Please clear your guest prior to their arrival at the Access Gate as we will be busy during the holidays. If you have a large number of guests, you can submit a list to Access Control. Also no construction work allowed on Thanksgiving Day.
October
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control monthly statistics for October are:
Access Control logged in 2,792 vehicles for the POA, 1,331 contractors, 116 guests to Marina Village and 467 guests to the Country Club. For the year 2025, there have been 45,804 individuals checked in for the POA, 18,427contractors, 2,175 for Marina Village, and 6,429 for the Club House.
Reminder: If you clear someone or vendor for the next day or longer make sure to change the date or the clearance will expire.
September
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control monthly statistics for September are:
Access Control logged in 1,887 vehicles for the POA, 1,091 contractors, 86 guests to Marina Village and 284 guests to the Country Club. For the year 2025, there have been 40,320 individuals checked in for the POA, 15,677 contractors, 1,951 for Marina Village, and 5,447 for the Club House. Gate Sentry is up to 70% usage by the property owners.
We want to welcome Sandy Robinson to the department.
August
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control monthly statistics as of August 17 are:
Logged in 2,445 vehicles for the POA, 1,193 contractors, 135 guests to Marina Village and 482 guests to the Country Club. For the year 2025, there have been 36,202 individuals checked in for the POA, 13,427 contractors, 1,724 for Marina Village, and 4,881 for the Pro Shop. Gate Sentry is up to 70% usage by the property owners.
We wished Flora Rud and Lena Ewart well as they move to new jobs.
July
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control statistics for June were:
Logged in 3,551 vehicles for the POA, 1428 contractors, 263 guests to Marina Village, and 541 guests to the Country Club. For the year 2025, there have been 32,253 individuals checked in for the POA, 11,355 contractors, 1,517 for Marina Village, and 4,123 for the Pro Shop. Gate Sentry is up to 70% usage by the property owners.
June
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control statistics for June were:
Logged in 2,399 vehicles for the POA, 774 contractors, 145 guests to Marina Village and 315 guests to the Country Club. For the year 2025, there have been 26,257 individuals checked in for the POA, 9030 contractors, 1,108 for Marina Village, and 3,224 for the Pro Shop. Gate Sentry is up to 70% usage by the property owners.
May
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced the Access Control statistics for May were:
4,489 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 2,990 POA, 917 Contractors, 170 MVR, and 412 Country Club. 501 phone calls have been received through the 3rd week of May.
33 new tags have been entered into the automatic gate system for May.
Reminder, if you trade in a vehicle or replace a windshield and get a new tag, please note on the bottom of the form the information of the old vehicle so that it can be removed from the system.
April
Monthly
Trustee Deta Rogillio reiterated Access Control numbers given at the Annual Meeting. Those statistics showed that from April 1, 2024, through March 31st, 2025: 88,017 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 55,856 POA, 23.435 Contractor, 1,997 MVR, and 6,735 Country Club. During the same time period, 6,483 telephone calls were received.
Annual
Access Control is charged with ensuring that vehicles entering Westwood Shores are entitled to entry and/or have permission to enter the community. Access Control also manages the eTag system for the community both by maintaining the approved list of eTag entrants and the actual gate itself. Additionally, the staff is charged with placement/replacement of community vehicle decals.
Guests, vendors, and non-eTag property owners must access the community through the left-hand entry lane. Each vehicle is then manually approved or denied entry by Access Control personnel. From April 1st, 2024, through March 31st, 2025, a total of 88,017 vehicles were vetted and allowed entry by Access Control: 55,856 POA, 23,435 Contractor, 1,997 Marina Village, and 6,735 Country Club entrants. During that same time period, Access Control answered 6,483 telephone calls. On average, Access Control has vetted and admitted over 7,300 vehicles each month. From April 2024 through March 2025, the number of vehicles vetted by Access Control increased by 2,500 from the previous year and telephone calls decreased by 700.
In an effort to speed entry into the community, the WS POA uses an entry program named Gate Sentry which allows property owners to control who enters the community themselves. Happily, community usage of Gate Sentry has increase 1% putting usage now at 68%. As seen in the Strategic Planning survey results, community approval of Access Control and the use of Gate Sentry is high. During the last year, both the North Texas Toll Tag and the Texas Tag changed the size of their etag window decal and were unable to be read by our etag reader. However, we were able to get the firmware updated so those tags could be read with a minimum of down time.
Access Control changes/replaces community decals on an “as needed” basis on applicable vehicles throughout the year. However, annually in the month of February, Access Control is charged with changing Westwood Shores community decals on all approved vehicles. Access Control employees, other Westwood Shores employees, ACC/Board members, and one special volunteer (Deb Stevenson) maintained an 8 am to 5 pm vigil in the Clubhouse parking lot to change the decals and ensure that all who have decals are property owners or tenants in good standing. Thanks to new procedures instituted by Access Control Supervisor Dexter Pitts, this year’s decal change was faster and simpler than ever. After reviewing the decal replacement procedures for the last few years, Mr. Pitts changed our procedure to encompass one week instead of two as over 95% of all decal changes are accomplished during the first week. The change resulted in a savings in employee overtime pay, time away from the employee’s actual job, and the decal change was still very efficient.
Again, this year, POA Administrative staff reviewed eTag users quarterly to ensure that the users were current in their assessments with no fines. eTags are considered an amenity for the community and may be denied when a property owner is more than a month behind in assessments or owes the community money in fines. For those property owners that are behind, POA Administrative staff sends a list to Access Control who then turns off the use of the property owner’s eTags through the right-hand lane. Many of the property owners then quickly bring their accounts up to date.
Currently, Access Control employees one full time Access Control Supervisor, Dexter Pitts, and seven part time employees. This last year has seen the reduction in Access Control staff from ten to seven. This reduction was a joint project between Access Control and POA Administration to reduce payroll costs through more efficient scheduling of employees. Access Control is currently at full staff.
Additionally, Mr. Pitts has worked to decrease budget shortfalls and has kept his department within their budget without decreasing any services.
The Access Control staff is committed to maintaining the highest standards in the entry of vehicles into our community and shall continue to serve this community with a smile and a helping hand.
Submitted by Deta Rogillio
Access Control Committee Chairman WS POA Trustee
March
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced that Gate Sentry participation had increased to 68% and that 2025 Westwood Shores decals are still available at Access Control. Approximately 900 decals have been issued. Access Control has added 18 new names and 32 new tags in the e-reader right lane system since January 1st. Statistics for February were: 6,350 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 4,101 POA, 1,581 Contractor, 124 MVR, and 542 Country Club. 373 telephone calls were received in February.
February
Trustee Deta Rogillio announced that Access Control was changing the yearly WS decals this week through Sunday March 2nd, from 8 am until 5 pm in the Clubhouse parking lot. She reminded all that everyone needed a new decal even if they have an etag because the WS decal told the community that your vehicle belongs in the community; if some reason the etag lane is down and you must go through the left hand lane, the decal says you are property owner and will get you through the gate much faster; the WS decal allows you entrance into Marina Village along with your property owner card; and shows that you are a WS property owner in good standing with assessments current. Access Control statistics for February were: 3,664 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 2,398 POA, 842 Contractor, 54 MVR, and 370 Country Club. 213 telephone calls were received through mid-February.
January
Trustee Deta Rogillio reported Access Control statistics for 2024 were: 83,561 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 52,762 POA, 24,539 Contractor, 1,979 MVR, and 6,484 Country Club. 6,689 telephone calls were received in 2024. Deta recognized Mr. Pitts and reviewed his accomplishments in 2024 including payroll and normal expenses below budget for the year, refined new decal process, and an updated e-reader that can now read the smaller NTTA/Texas e-tags. She also noted that Sentry Solo was our next step in providing access to the pool and fitness center.
2024
November
Trustee Deta Rogillio reported Access Control statistics for the month of October are: 7,250 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 4,575 POA, 1,983 Contractor, 164 MVR, and 528 Country Club. 528 telephone calls were received in October. Deta reminded everyone to make sure that their Thanksgiving guests were logged into Gate Sentry. She also thanked Frank Ditto for his help in getting a rapid update in the firmware of the eTag reader. A loaner is currently in place and our reader with the updated firmware should be back next week. This will allow the ereader to read the new smaller NTTA tags.
October
Trustee Deta Rogillio reported Access Control statistics for the month of September are: 7,303 vehicles were vetted through the left-hand lane: 4,640 POA, 1,964 Contractor, 120 MVR, and 579 Country Club. 502 telephone calls were received in September. Deta also announced the hiring of two new employees and the loss of one employee. She further explained that the new smaller NTTA eTag’s were not being read by our current e-reader and that options were being explored to allow all eTags to be read.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
Reminder: December 13 will be the Christmas Parade beginning at 5:30 at the club house. Also donated food products are being accepted in the lobby of the club house and will be given to Martin Senior House.
October
Trustee Cheryl Savage announced the meeting was primarily to finalize Neighborhood Night Out.
September
Trustee Cheryl Savage announced the date for the Neighborhood Night Out will be October 4 from 5:00 – 700. There will also be a cookie contest held during this time.
August
Trustee Cheryl Savage announced the date for the Neighborhood Night Out will be October 4. Will look into asking PHI, Fire and Police Department to participate. Captains met to discuss upcoming events.
July
Trustee Cheryl Savage announced that the date for the Neighborhood Night Out will be October 4, and the Christmas Golf Cart Parade will be December 13.
April
Monthly
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that that Committee reviewed Zone Captains and the need to show them support. A review of the new Neighborhood Watch information system was accomplished with tips and tricks shown. Planning for the 2025 National Night Out has started.
Annual
Good Evening, and thank y’all so much for coming to our Annual Meeting tonight! I am Cheryl Savage, one of your 7 Westwood Shores Property Owner Association Board Trustees, and the Board Liaison to the Neighborhood Watch Committee.
Neighborhood Watch began in Westwood Shores in 2008, when it was formed by our beloved former long term POA Board Trustee and President, Carlyn Bluis. The community was divided into 14 sections. A volunteer block captain was assigned to each group. Each captain was to gather general information from their section, basically the address, phone number, and email of each resident. At this time there was not a basic form used.
Our primary purpose is to help watch out for each other, in the sense of looking out for our neighbors. If someone sees water gushing out your front door, or someone is in apparent need of medical help – we just want to be able to try to help by notifying either the property owner(s) of record and/or their next of kin – or other designated Emergency Contact.
My colleague, Susan Keel, became a captain in approximately 2014, and has been my Mentor as the Neighborhood Watch Committee Board Liaison during my past first year. Early on, as Susan gathered her area’s Neighborhood Watch information, she provided everyone’s name, address, and phone number to all residents in her Zone. When I started on the Committee this past June, she told us all that this was a terrific way to meet everyone in our block areas, or Zones. And for everyone to have their neighbors’ contact numbers. And it still is, for all of us on the Committee, as well as for our Block Captains who are not on the Committee. Our Block Captains are the “Hands and Feet” responsible to ensure that to the best of our capability, our records of emergency phone numbers or residents and their designated emergency contacts are kept up to date.
Neighborhood Watch has also always been responsible for our annual Neighbors Night Out. We had food and games, voters registration, community emergency responder booths, and last year had a helicopter rescue service offering discounted signup for their services. Our committee has additionally hosted food drives for local charities, a golf cart scavenger hunt, 2 cornhole events, and teamed with the 19 Hole to have “A Getting to Know You Dinner.” Neighborhood Watch also works with the Civic Association to produce a physical, hardcopy, Neighborhood directory— complete with photos of all residents who come to have their pictures made. The photos and directory are updated every two years and are expected to again in 2026. It’s just a terrific way for newer neighbors to get to know who people are when they first move here, or even when older neighbors start to get newly involved. The Neighborhood Watch Committee continues to host our annual Neighbors Night Out.
Over the 2024-2025 Committee year, our focus has been on the development of a database of records that list all homes in the community, and a drive to make sure that we gather as much emergency contact information as we can for all property owners. We developed a new form to gather and enter neighbors’ contact information into our records in 2024 we successfully migrated from Excel into a true database – which has enabled us to allow property owners to access to their own system record so they can change their emails or emergency contact information themselves— though your Zone captain or any Committee Member will be happy to do that for you, if you prefer! We have approximately 850 homes in the subdivision with almost all having records in the database. However only between 6 and 7 hundred records are complete as to current owners or residents names, phone, email and emergency contact information. So our 14 Zone Captains’ work remains underway. Don’t be surprised if you hear from them, and please consider them -- each and every one -- your literal – and FRIENDLY “Human Resource” with any WS questions! The ideal way Zone captains gather information is to go door to door. We also encourage all new property owners to pick up a form, complete it, and email or text a picture of it to us. And we have some here today for you!
This year, 2025-2026, the POA Board has stressed that they would like our Committee to concentrate on beefing up our neighborhood Emergency Plan.
The Neighborhood Watch News Log is also still produced by Susan Keel. This form of communication helps to encourage people to fill out the Neighborhood Watch Form. Perhaps more Importantly to you as new residents, it lists most all the community goings-on—from the Quilting Group to the Ladies Coffees, to the poker, bridge and domino games, to the business meetings available to attend such as that of our POA Board of Trustees meetings – which are typically on the 4th Monday of each month and the WS Water Utility’s public meetings -- which are typically on the 3rd Monday of each month. If you fill out your form, and we get you in the database, then you should get those bimonthly Newsletters!
In addition to Susan and myself, who are non-voting Neighborhood Watch Committee Members, we have eight committee members and 14 zone captains. It does take a village to have a true COMMUNITY, and we all sure do hope you all will come to agree with US that our community truly is the best of the best at BEING A Village -- by how we really do come together to care for each other, and to have fun together!
March
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that that Committee reviewed the purpose of the Zone Captains and reviewed proper technique for door-to-door meetings with their neighbors. Zone Captains have decided to meet every quarter. Ways to obtain missing information were discussed.
February
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that that Committee reviewed the list of Zone Captains, identified, and assigned captains for all 14 zones, with two assignments still being preliminary. She read off the list of Zone Captains and asked that they should be recognized for their work.
January
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that that Committee is still looking for a few more zone captains. The Committee successfully held the Neighborhood Night Out and Christmas Golf Cart parade and food drive during 2024. Discussion was held on events for 2025 to bring the community together.
2024
November
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that that Committee worked on a Zone captain update. Discussion was held on a Food Drive for a local church. A holiday golf cart parade is planned by the Committee.
October
Trustee Liaison Cheryl Savage reported that the October 5th Neighborhood Night Out event was a success. Activities were well received. She reported that the Committee learned ways to improve the event for next year. Cheryl stated that the vendors present were popular. She thanks everyone who contributed time, talent, and donations, especially George and Theresa Gallagher for their donation of the hot dogs and buns. She stated 3-4 more zone captains were needed and asked for volunteers.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
October
Trustee Susan Keel stated the 19th Hole extended hours were not able to be implemented due to not having additional funds to do this. A new updated menu is being worked on, and new pricing is being discussed.
September
Trustee Susan Keel stated $856 has been raised through Singo night, the Pancake supper, and the Paint event. This brings the total to $8,787 for “Reimagining the Club House”
August
Trustee Susan Keel stated a new 19th Hole menu will come out the first week of September. The new hours for the 19th Hole will be advertised in WS Connect, and the POA Website. A half order of nachos was suggested to be added to the new menu. A special thanks was given to the 19th Hole staff that works during the special events and fun-raisers.
Ad-hoc committee has had donations of $10,119 to go towards “Reimagine the Club House”.
Recommended to allow the Civic Club to explore the cost and feasibility to purchase theatre lights to be put up in the dining area of the country club. Approved
Recommended to extend the 19th Hole Bar & Grill hours to 8:00 on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday while couples golf is being played. Tabled for more discussion with 19th Hole manager.
Recommended the 19th Hole hours to be changed on Saturday and Sunday to open at 8:00 am both days with breakfast to begin. Tabled for more discussion.
Recommended to repair the leak over the library exit door. Determined this needs to be turned in on a maintenance work order.
Recommended implementing a corking fee at $20/bottles of wine up to 750ml, $35 for bottles over 750ml and $40 for a box. Tabled until verification of current license allowing for this is confirmed.
July
Trustee Susan Keel stated the Ad-hoc committee has raised to date, $8,177.60 to go towards “Reimagine the Club House”. $2,117.53 has been spent to purchase the new 19th Hole chairs.
June
Trustee Susan Keel stated the committee was concerned about how the tips in the 19th hole were being paid out and the process was explained by community manager Brad Burkeen. Reported there was some concern over the quality of the wine being served and Trista was looking into other distributors. The committee is ordering a stamp to be used to advertise the 19th Hole on the back of the access gate guest hangers.
Recommended to stop single issued check for employee card tips and issue each employee their earned tips No vote was taken as the process was explained.
o Recommended hosting a wine tasting fundraiser to allow input by consumers for the 19th Hole. No vote was taken as this needed further research.
o Recommended the 19th Hole to have a trial period of extended 19th Hole hours until the end of October. This was approved.
May
Trustee Susan Keel stated the committee Introduced new members and had the election of Char McWilliams as Chairperson and Peggy Caldwell, Secretary. Discussion of new “Fun Raisers” were discussed for upcoming months.
April
Monthly
There was no County Club Committee meeting for the month of April.
Annual
The 2024-2025 Country Club Committee consisted of 8 members, Sherrie Nielson, Char McWilliams, Terry Heinrich, Carol Beck, Mike Baker, representing the Civic Association, Karen Matuszewski and Terry Weaver. The 19th Hole Manager, Trista McDonald and Pro Shop Manager, Josh Dixon also attended the meeting. The POA Liaison is Susan Keel. One of our members had to step down due to health issues.
The Board of Trustees changed how all committees were run this year. Instead of the POA Board trustee running the meeting, committee members chose and voted on the chairperson and a secretary. The reason for the change in running the committees is to make the residents’ decisions more inclusive and run less by the POA Board.
• Our first meeting was in June 2024. All members signed a confidentiality form. The country club committee members elected Sherrie Nielson as the chairperson. Susan Keel volunteered to be secretary. We preset bimonthly meeting dates through Jan 2025.
• August meeting: The purpose of the Country Club committee is to review clubhouse operations and make recommendations for the Board of Trustees to review. Heavy rains during the May theater performance caused water to leak under the clubhouse wall into the dining room due to the slope of the patio. A recommendation was made to the POA board to put a drain on the patio to solve the leaking.
• October meeting: The committee discussed water filtration systems for clubhouse due to having to shut fountain machine down which affects the bottom line of the 19th Hole. The 19th Hole started using a new program with Gordon Food, which resulted in cost savings. Discussion about the need for new carpet/flooring in the clubhouse but was tabled until later. Suggestions for various activities at the clubhouse to increase revenue are always a fun topic.
• January meeting: Josh presented the updates of the golf course and driving range to the committee. Any extra activity through the pro shop boosts the 19th Hole sales by 30-40%. There have been several activities since the first of the year, the second fish fry ran by 19th Hole with volunteer help, a Galentine party, two Karaoke nights, a civic dinner, along with the normal scheduled events. The Civic Association gifted two patio tables with four chairs each to the clubhouse. Discussion by the committee of cleaning the 19th Hole dining chairs has been discussed several times.
• After talking to Marty, they are not cleanable and are about 10 years old. Recommendation was made to POA Board to investigate upholstering the chairs with a wipe clean vinyl. A committee member volunteered to upholster one chair with a vinyl she had for a sample.
• February meeting: The committee had one person step down for health reasons. Due to the upcoming annual meeting, and a volunteer list presented at this meeting for every committee, this seat will be filled after April. The patio was power washed by volunteers. The committee continued discussion of ways to promote the19th Hole.
• The committee gave recommendations to the POA board:
a. A drain installed on the patio to prevent water from coming under wall into the dining room.
b. New full-building water filter system.
c. A donated TV was hung in the clubhouse lobby to run the communication notices.
d. Ramp installed at end doors for easier entrance.
e. A total of three solar lights will soon be installed at each end of building for better visibility.
f. Our community manager has ordered a new LED light fixture for over serving area in the lower dining room.
March
Although no County Club Committee meeting was held, Trustee Susan Keel reported that an ad-hoc Committee had been formed to formulate a color
palette that would be used to make future decisions concerning updates to the Clubhouse such as carpeting and reupholstering chairs.
February
Trustee Susan Keel reported that the Country Club Committee met in February. One of the Committee members resigned due to health considerations. Josh Dixon updated the Committee on work on the golf course and pool renovation. The Country Club Committee had wished to power wash the patio prior to the high school golf tournament on March 3rd but will have to reschedule. The 19th Hole reported that the January Fish Fry had made a profit of $878.79. Discussion on 19th Hole and patio maintenance as well as closing and opening procedures were held. Continued discussion was held on advertising the 19th Hole on Access Control hang tags and they reviewed a sample of the possible reupholstering for 19th Hole chairs.
January
Trustee Susan Keel reported that the Country Club Committee met in December. They discussed the January 31st Fish Fry, February 14th Valentine Karaoke and Galentine party for singles, and the February 20th Civic Dinner. The Committee discussed how to promote the 19th Hole, and several different ideas were presented. The 19th Hole will be advertised on the new golf cart screens. They also thanked the Civic Association for the two patio tables with four chairs each. Maintenance work on the 19th Hole and patio were discussed as well as re-upholstering several of the chairs.
Donation of TV for Clubhouse lobby approved.
2024
November
No Country Club Committee meeting for October
October
Trustee Susan Keel reported that the Committee discussed a “water tree filter” for the 19th Hole. A new food program with Gorden Food has been initiated which should result in cost savings. Decided the 19th Hole will continue the current summer hours. Suggestions for different activities at the Clubhouse were reviewed. Discussion was also held on how to finance new flooring with preliminary cost estimates being $40,000 -$50,000.
The new Westwood Shores Connections App is ready to launch! Go to either the Google Play store or the Apple store and look for Westwood Shores Connections. You will need the site address "wwsconnect.com" and your "Connections" log in.
You must be logged in with a WWS owners account to access using the App. All owner accounts are preconfigured based on the Trinity County Appraisal District (TCAD) property records. An account is provided for each officially recorded listed owner with resident status. Any additional accounts per verified WWS owners must be requested thru a Neighborhood Watch committee member Neighbor Captain, or the email form New Residential Owner Account Request.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
Trustee GM Cox reported Meadow Lake/Fairway-Dawn’s Edge ditch, culvert and road work bid was given to another vendor due to original bid winner was not insured. Diversified Pier & Bell bid the replacement culvert work and drainage work on Meadow Lake and that bid is still viable. The Diversified bid includes material and labor for $18,200 to replace 1 -36 inch culvert with 2 -24 inch wide culverts. Approximately 12 tons of road base at $55/ton, $660 will be ordered. 2 -18 inch wide, 20 foot long pvc culverts for Dawn’s Edge will be ordered at $357.40 x2 = $704.80. For the other new culvert, a 12 inch wide 30 foot long pvc culvert at $264 and 1 12 inch wide 20 foot long pvc culvert at $176 will be ordered for a total pvc cost of $1,144.80. POA staff will communicate to the community when construction dates will be.
Approved – to accept Diversified’s bid of $20,004.80 plus maintenance dept. personnel and fuel cost to replace the existing culvert on Dawn’s Edge and ditch digging on Dawn’s Edge and Meadow Lake. The installation of an additional
culvert for the end of Meadow Lake was tabled until more information has been submitted for review, however drainage work will still go on.
September
Trustee GM Cox stated one pothole was filled using one and a half bags of Rock Asphalt, on a road that is heavily traveled but the patch did not hold up. The remainder Rock Asphalt will be put down in areas that do not have heavy traffic. The committee obtained quotes for road repair for Meadow Lake Drive and the Dawn’s Edge Fairway loop. Quotes were also obtained for ditch work along these same roads.
Approved to accept Waters Construction’s bid for road work and ditch work on Dawns Edge Loop and for Meadow Lake Drive. This will be funded through 2026 budget.
July
Trustee GM Cox reported that the maintenance department has purchased a Chop Saw to assist with road patching projects. A pallet of the material has been donated and will be used in the repair of potholes and monitored over time to assess the functionality. The committee has received the road paving cost from Waters Construction and will be working on a proposed road work budget request.
May
Trustee Ron Auvenshine stated they held an impromptu meeting at Westwood East and Bayport to witness the application of Rock Asphalt into the pothole. The committee will monitor the pothole to see how it holds up.
April
Monthly
There was no Streets and Roads Committee meeting for the month of April.
Annual
· Approved double barrel culvert repair on Bluebonnet and Fairway (near the
mailboxes). Work completed by Diversified.
· Identified and approved approximately 500’ section of drain pipe repair along Palm Springs. Work completed by Diversified.
· Approved tree trimming throughout Westwood in order to facilitate school bus and
emergency vehicle access. Work completed by Diversified.
· Approved culvert replacements for Bayport. Work completed by Diversified.
· Approved new lane culvert replacement on Birch. Work completed by Diversified.
· Facilitated Maintenance repairing a lane on Lakeside.
· Maintenance observed erosion damage on Meadow Lake near the head of Horseshoe Lake. Committee members requested water testing of the neighboring property’s run off and a quote from Diversified for repair of the area.
· Committee members identified an area off Palm Springs that requires a ditch to facilitate drainage. Committee members met with Maintenance Supervisor Chris Williams who advised he would work with Diversified in the area.
· Committee members canvased Westwood Shores 26 miles of roadway. Due to funding, no roads were repaired. Members did identify several ditches that required attention, and Maintenance has been active in addressing the identified areas.
March
Trustee Liaison Ron Auvenshine reported that the Committee continued to focus on improving drainage. The Committee reviewed the report of flooding from the tiny home subdivision under the fence on Meadow Lake Drive. Trinity County shall be contacted to ensure the flow does not contain sewage. Due to some flooding in the Townhouse area from the fairway on hole 18, Golf Course Maintenance shall re-dig the ditch. Reports of additional areas with drainage problems shall be investigated.
February
Trustee Liaison Ron Auvenshine reported that the Committee drove the subdivision and reviewed 39 areas that were identified as having drainage issues. They identified which issues were the responsibility of property owners and which are the responsibility of the POA.
January
Trustee Liaison Ron Auvenshine reported that the Committee recommends adding rock/road base to the lane leading to 7 Meadowview. He reported that Diversified Pier and Bell has completed the culvert projects. More ditches and culverts are being identified that need work and are being referred to WS Maintenance.
Bid from Diversified Pier and Bell LLC for the cutting of roadway limbs in the amount of $45,600 approved.
2024
November
Trustee Liaison Ron Auvenshine reported that the Committee reviewed bids to replace Birch and Bayport Streets culverts, and reviewed the proposal to replace culverts behind houses on Palm Springs that have collapsed in spots. Ron reminded residents that they are responsible for cleaning their culverts so runoff water can flow properly.
October
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
Trustee Jo Matthew stated a number of projects are on-going with others soon to be started. The course signs are all put out on the course and there was some concern the poles appeared crooked. Josh Dixon was addressing those concerns. The estimated bid for asphalt 50%-55% overlay on the cart paths is $400,000. 2026 budget allows ½ of the golf trail fee (approximately $40,000) to go to cart path maintenance. Question is whether to do spot repairs with concrete or asphalt. Discussion was held about having a golf tournament to cover $15,000 for a “golf style” large clock to be put in the area of the old oak tree that was removed from the back. A new azalea bed will be installed behind the 7th green. The driving range will have distance markers put out once the grass has grown in. Several future ideas were discussed. Josh will work with interested property owners for
possibility of having a golf workshop for non-golfers to provide rules, etiquette and possibly some golf instruction. Also there is consideration of implementing a “no-show” fee for golfers (non-members) who do not call to cancel tee times. The committee expressed concern that the
course dress code along with cart placement around the greens was not being enforced as it should be. An E-blast will soon be sent out that states effectively immediately all rules will be enforced and violations will be submitted to the POA to address.
August
Trustee Jo Matthew reported the new golf course signs have been delivered and will go up soon. Decorations will not be allowed on the signs and only one additional sponsor name may be added to the sign. Pool is nearing completion and last minute items are being taken care of. The fence has been installed and waiting on the Sentry Solo hardware to arrive which will be used by property owners. Committee agreed next major recreation project would be the Pickleball/tennis courts and Josh Dixon would begin looking at cost in order to prepare the BOT for future budgeting. Cart path repair processes and funding were discussed and agreed quotes were needed in order to determine best method and cost. There was concern our junior golf fees were too high and discussion was held as to changing the cost.
Recommended to take 50% of the yearly Trail Plan fees and put into a reserve line item for ongoing cart path maintenance and repairs. Approved
Recommended to lower the Junior (12-17) golf rates to the following:
9 Hole weekday $10.00
9 Hole weekend/Holiday $15.00
18 Hole weekday $20.00
18 Hole weekend/Holiday $25.00
Approved
May
Trustee Jo Matthew reported the new course signs have been ordered and there are still signs available to purchase. Discussed the need for more and better golf communication to be sent out to members. White markings around the greens are to allow for the recapturing of the original shape of the greens. Starters will soon be available.
o Recommendation to change the Twilight Golf times to 2:00 for the winter months and 4:00 for the summer months. This was approved.
o Recommendation to allow food and non-alcoholic beverages to be brought in from the outside; however alcoholic beverages may be at the pool but MUST be purchased through the 19th Hole. This was approved.
o Recommendation to add a new Members Guest Riding w/ Family Cart Rate to The Members Golf Course Rate (Family Cart Rate means – Trail Plan) This was approved.
*Members Guests Riding
w/ Family Cart Rate Rate
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April
Monthly
There was no Golf/Greens Committee meeting for the month of April.
Annual
This past year has been one of transformative growth for our community, thanks to the collective efforts of our golf course staff, Greens Committee, POA Board, and dedicated residents. Together, we’ve prioritized projects that elevate amenities for all neighbors while strengthening the long-term vitality of our golf course and recreational spaces.
Below is a detailed update on the exciting improvements made possible by your support and input.
Strategic Shifts & New Initiatives
In June, the Greens Committee and Golf Course Superintendent Josh Miller launched a refreshed vision for the year, pivoting from prior savings efforts for greens replacement to projects with broader community impact. This shift allowed us to reinvest funds into upgrades that benefit both golfers and non-golfing residents alike. Key programs introduced include:
· Golf Cart Program: Now in effect, this program enhances convenience for members while generating sustainable revenue. We encourage everyone to utilize this amenity!
· Associate Membership Program: Designed to attract non-resident golfers, this initiative has already boosted revenue and introduced new patrons to our community, enriching social and financial resources.
Course & Practice Facility Upgrades
Revitalized Practice Complex
· October’s renovation recommendation to the practice complex have created a dynamic hub for golfers:
· An expanded driving range now features a 60-by-50-foot, two-tiered platform with mats for year-round use.
· A cozy social area with two fire pits and seating will debut this fall near the putting green—perfect for post-game gatherings, hot cocoa from the 19th Hole, or marshmallow roasts!
· Special thanks to Tracy Kemick and the “Paving the Path” donors, whose generosity covered over one-third of the project cost for the Driving Range
Bunker Restoration & Course Adjustments
Our bunkers underwent a meticulous transformation:
· Each was reshaped, lined, and fitted with advanced drainage (pea gravel + polymer sand) to improve playability and aesthetics.
· Adjusted tee boxes and restored “regulation” bunkers will prompt a Texas Golf Association (TGA) rating study later this year, ensuring our course meets competitive standards.
Elevating Member Experience
· Marshal/Starter Program: Community volunteers now assist with pace of play and course flow, fostering a welcoming environment.
· Beverage Cart & Cart Porters: On busy weekends, porters ensure carts are clean and ready, while the beverage cart adds convenience and boosts 19th Hole revenue.
· Expanded Cart Barn & New Lease: To address increased demand, we’ve extended the cart barn and leased additional carts, reducing shortages and wait times.
Recreation Beyond the Fairways
· Pickleball Court Lighting: Approved after resident feedback, new lights will extend playtime for this rapidly growing sport.
· Hole Sign Sponsorships: Over $6,000 has been raised for new, professionally designed hole signs, which will be ordered soon. Thank you to our sponsors for their support!
Pardon Our Mess
· After decades and decades of pool use, it was finally time to replace our pool. This project has been in the works for some time and in February we finally broke ground on a new pool. We will also have a new covered deck area, seating and tables which will create a more inviting environment. We are very excited as this is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our shared amenities.
Looking Ahead
· These achievements reflect our shared commitment to innovation and community. As we plan for 2026, we invite your ideas and participation—whether through volunteering, sponsoring projects, or simply enjoying the fruits of these efforts.
A heartfelt thank you to every staff member, committee volunteer, and donor who made this progress possible. Together, we’re ensuring our community remains a destination for relaxation, recreation, and connection.
Warm regards, Rick Walterscheid
Greens Committee Board Leason
March
Trustee Rick Waltersheid was absent, and Deta Rogillio reported that the Golf/Greens Committee met on March 11th. Josh Dixon updated the Committee on conditions of the greens and upcoming course improvements. The Committee announces changes to the tee box locations: gold tees on holes 3 and 16 will be moved back; gold and silver tees on hole 18 will be moved back; and red tees on hole 11 will be moved back to near the silver tees so that the hole will return to a par 4 four for all. After the bunkers are completed; greens regain their grasses, and tees moved, the Texas Golf Association will be contacted concerning re-rating the course. The Marshal/Starter program will become more frequent as good weather returns. Volunteers are needed for this program. The mat for the concrete driving range pad will be glued this week and the hydro spray grasses will be laid.
Approved the waiver of initiation fees for first time Associate Memberships.
o Denied a Social Membership.
o Tabled the recommendation for new golf course hole signs of $7,300 pending commitment by property owners to sponsor holes.
February
Trustee Rick Waltersheid reported that the Golf/Greens Committee did not meet in February. However, he advised that the front 9 bunkers had been completed, and the back 9 bunkers should be completed in the next week. Rick also reported that the pouring of concrete for the range mat pad is scheduled for this coming week.
January
Trustee Rick Waltersheid reported that the Golf/Greens Committee discussed the renovations to the range and the golf course with Pro Shop/Golf Course Manager Josh Dixon. Additionally, Josh advised of upcoming golf course maintenance and of replacing the current sponsor hole signs. Discussion was held on the use of Marshals and Starters and resuming the putting contest. Josh also announced that the price of range balls/ range plans would be increasing by $2 a bucket. Thanks was given to Pavin’ the Path Tournament for their donation to the range renovation. Rick also provided a year-end overview of the financial performance of the golf course/Pro Shop. Public rounds of golf doubled in 2024 from 2023 with 8,284 rounds played, total sales nearly doubled from 2023 with an increase of $130,000, and merchandise sales doubled from 2023 with a year-end total of $90,320. Also noted were sales of these items: grips and club repair $5,052, golf bags $5,234, Junior golf tournaments $8,997, golf balls $19,050, and golf clubs $16,634.
2024
November
No Golf/Greens Committee meeting for October
October
Trustee Rick Walterscheid reported the departure of Josh Miller and promotion to Josh Dixon as Golf Course/Pro Shop/ Clubhouse Manager and Kenneth Parker as Groundskeeping Supervisor. Three recommendations will be made to the board concerning drainage, bunkers, and the driving range. Discussion about implementing “starters” to assist Marshals. Discussion on covering the large hole at the entrance of #9 tee box.
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
November
It was reported that November heavy haul totaled 80 yards of trash. The gym equipment was moved into the new workout room. The POA office ramp and sign was repainted. All the trees at the 356 entrance were thinned and cut back along with the curbs being repainted. The Maintenance staff has begun to clean up debris in mowing lanes as well as overgrown drainage areas. Cleaned up brush growing around the front entrance lakes and relocated 4 beavers from
Horseshoe Lake. Winterization prep around POA buildings has started. Prepping of the poles for the new sails at the pool is being completed.
October
It was reported that roadside mowing and weed eating continues along with hay fields mowed. October heavy haul totaled 120 yards of trash. Picnic tables at the POA office have been repaired and reworked. Drainage project on Coral Gables has been completed and continues to monitor and trap beavers around Horseshoe Lake. The boat docks have been cleaned out and power washed while the Spider B Gone system is being repaired. The beaver dam on Horseshoe
Lake is currently being removed. Currently there are 7 trees scheduled for removal from POA property.
September
It was reported that roadside and hayfield mowing continues and 5 dead trees have been removed. Both the FM356 Entrance Westwood Shores signs were removed. Drain projects have
been completed on Indian Harbor, Chapel Hill, Deep Springs, and Heatley. Staff assisted in laying the sod around the pool and new cameras around all the POA buildings have now been installed.
Approved to expense $10,000 to replace the metal roof at the maintenance office. The POA will provide the materials and the labor will be assigned to
D&L Baughman, Inc.
August
It was reported that roadside and hayfield mowing continues to run smoothly. Removed several trees downed on roadways and 5 more dead trees are scheduled for removal. Assisted with the transfer pump water line repair and replaced alternator and wheel bearing in the KIA. Sand Lake vegetation was sprayed and the overflow was cleaned off.
Reminder: The vegetation pile is for vegetation only. Lumber and trash are not permitted in the vegetation pile.
July
June
May
April
March
February
January
Maintenance Supervisor Chris Williams reported on trees recently removed, storm cleanup of debris and culverts cleared, Mailbox areas have been cleaned and will be monitored every few weeks, re-striped parking lot at the POA Office and have started re-striping the boat ramp. Also, Diversified Pier and Bell has completed the culvert reworking on Fairway and Bluebonnet and have replaced worn out culverts on Birch and Bayport, and the wall on the east end of the Clubhouse is scheduled for completion in February. Work on the culvert on Palm Springs and the driving range is scheduled for February. Maintenance has also replaced the lighting in the Mailbox areas, mowed roadside ditches, mowed, and removed leaves and debris in Townhouse area, daily PMC sheets are in effect and are being completed daily. Maintenance continues road work continues throughout the subdivision, weekly trash pick-up with the new trash trucks, and monitor plumbing around all POA buildings daily during the freezing temperatures. Chris reminds us that Heavy Haul drop-off is only on the first full week of the month and only on Wednesday and Saturday of that week. The brush yard is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am until noon for vegetation and cardboard drop off.
2024
November
October
Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files
2025
July
June
Trustee Rick Renfro reported the association ended May 2025 with approximately $2,075,506 in liquid assets. The total Association operating income for the month of May was $306,816 and was better than the budget by $62,197. Our total operating expense was $339,758 and was $32,477 better than the budget. The total net income for the month of May was $94,675 better than the budget. The net year to date income is $240,287 better than the budget. Total payroll expense for the entire association was under budget for the month of May. The overall financial performance for the month of May was very strong and the year-to-date performance continues to be strong as well.
Recommended to close the Sunflower Bank account and move it to another bank. This was approved.
Recommended purchase of 39 surveillance cameras at a cost of $5,500. This was approved.
Recommended accepting the offer on property 11-13-02 with a payment of $9,000. This was approved.
May
Trustee Rick Renfro reported that the POA ended May with $2,127,326 in liquid assets. Administration, 19th Hole, Pro Shop and POA Maintenance were all better than its budget including payroll. The total Association operating income for the month of April was $346,465 and was better than the budget by $32,035. Our total operating expense was $449,429 and was $29,825 better than the budget. The net year to date income is $146,210 better than the budget. Overall financial performance for the month of May and the year to date is very good.
o Recommendation for additional expenses for the continued pool renovation work in the amount of $35,000. This additional cost is to cover the following items; Dirt and labor to spread, Relocate existing sitting area canopy to cover the new pool equipment, Enclose pool equipment area, Enlarge the concrete pad for additional sitting area on the south side of the pool, Reinstall existing fence and add new sections as necessary, Purchase and install sails and post to cover all or part of the new sitting area. This was approved.
April
Monthly
Trustee Rick Renfro reported the POA ended March with $2,264,924 cash on hand. He reported that the Administrative Office was under budget. The Pro Shop and 19th Hole exceeded their budget. The total Association net income in March was $28,050 better than the budget. Rick also stated that the overall financial performance for the month of March and the year-to-date performance are very good.
Approved the addition pool renovation expenses to build a 24’ X 24’ concrete pad with a cool seal topping to match the pool area. The total cost is $6,000. The Civic Association has graciously donated $3,000 to help cover the cost and the POA will pay the remaining $3,000.
o Approved the purchase of 18 new hole signs for the golf course for $7,200. Over $6,000 in sponsorship monies has been promised to pay for the hole signs.
Annual
The 2024 year-end financial position of the Westwood Shores Property Association was very strong. The POA ended the year with $2,154,244 cash on hand. Our 2025 assessment receipts received in 2024 were $829,675 as 310 owners pre-paid their 2025 assessments during November and December.
All Westwood Shores property owners want to see improved amenities and services, it is important to understand that payment of assessments is what allows the Board of Trustees to do the things that we need to have done and work toward accomplishing the things that we all want to have done.
PLEASE make your assessment payments a priority and encourage your neighbors to do so as well.
It is exceedingly encouraging to know that the supervisory team that we currently have in place performed at a very high level and they are to be congratulated.
The 19th Hole Bar and Grill had a net improvement of $52,579 better than the budget for the year ending 2024.
The Pro Shop had a net improvement of $80,350 better than the budget for the year ending 2024. We received a refund check in January 2025 from the old golf cart lease buy out in the amount of $21,408.
These two income centers contributed $154,337 above their 2024 budget. A super job by Trista and Josh.
Access Control is critical to the success and safety of Westwood Shores. Regularly, it is touted as the most important reason residents move here. It is a challenging work environment with staffing requirements of 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. It is literally open all the time. In 2024 Dexter and his team performed their assigned duties and came under the planned budget including payroll by $9,135. A great job.
The Administrative Office outperformed its budget by $63,041 including payroll. Thanks to Brad and his team for this accomplishment.
The Golf Course outperformed its budget by $15,038 including payroll. This is another area of responsibility for Josh Dixon and a strong performance.
Maintenance outperformed its budget by $82,423 including payroll. Thank you Chris for this strong 2024 performance.
The total income budget for 2024 was $4,339,450 and the actual income for 2024 was
$4,383,689. We outpaced our income budget for the year by $44,239.
The total operating expense for 2024 was $3,826,028 and the actual expense for 2024 was
$3,831,919. We overspent our expense budget by $5,891.
The total Association net income for 2024 was $38,348 better than the plan.
You, the property owners of Westwood Shores, are the critical contributor to making each year a success.
Our financial success is due in part to the monthly oversight that the Trustees give to the income and expenses of each department within the Association. Many hours are spent reviewing expenses and income accounts line by line and explanations are provided for outliers so that Trustees can make adjustments when necessary to stay on track with our goals.
This oversight has led to some long-term expense decisions to save the POA financially as we move into 2025 and beyond.
One example is our purchase of two compacting trash trucks. In early 2023 an analysis was completed regarding the costly expense of household trash removal and disposal. The analysis indicated that the purchase of these two trucks would save approximately $50,000 annually. We purchased the two trucks in late 2024 at an approximate cost of $258,000.
The savings started immediately. In the first three months of 2025 this acquisition has saved
$13,672 in household waste disposal from our actual 2024 expense for the same period.
This acquisition will pay for itself in about five years and the life expectancy is estimated to be 15 years given our expected usage and the trucks being adequately maintained. This acquisition expense did not result in an assessment increase for 2024 or 2025.
A second example is our reconstruction of the swimming pool. This expenditure will be approximately $400,000. The expected opening is May or early June. This beautiful addition to our amenities is being done using cash on hand and did not result in an assessment increase for 2025.
The golf course continues to look better all the time and the upgraded sand traps, and the renovated driving range are an impressive addition to the course. Again, these improvements did not result in an assessment increase in 2025.
Looking forward we will pay the remaining balance on the Promissory Notes in January 2028. Our remaining balance on these notes is $894,608. Our commitment to the 27 property owners who stepped up to help fund the purchase of the recreational amenities and assessments is a priority with the current Board of Trustees. All owners, current and future, owe this group of property owners an enormous debt of gratitude. Without their willingness to trust the Board of Trustees to repay their unsecured loans the Westwood Shores Property Owners Association would not have been able to acquire everything that we own today. Their vision and desire to do something very special cannot be forgotten.
The Association currently has only one secured loan. First National Bank of Trinity is the lien holder for the country club note and the loan amount is $1,224,869 as of January 1, 2025.
2025 Budget workshop notes and proposed annual rate
The BOT have completed the challenging work of developing the 2025 budget. This process started, in earnest, over a month ago and your BOT have collectively spent more than 175 hours reviewing all department income and expense lines that encompass our $4,603,772 annual budget. Our staff has worked alongside of the BOT and spent an incredible amount of time and effort to make this challenging process successful. Thank you Brad and Christopher for you diligence. Our new accounting system has made this process easier and allowed the individual managers to be directly involved with their budget for the upcoming year.
We are pleased to tell you that the 2025 proposed assessment budget, if approved today, will result in a 4% increase over the 2024 assessment for a $9 per month increase or $108 over last year. The increase is exclusively in the recreation assessment. We have budgeted moneys to replace the pool and bathhouse. We are currently awaiting the additional bids, as required by law, before starting this project in order to have the newly renovated pool area ready for the 2025 season. We are planning to start the work on the golf course and use the funds that have been set aside over the past several years. These, ear marked, funds will be used to upgrade the bunkers as well as other upgrades that have been recommended by the Greens Committee.
We have set aside the 2024 budgeted road work dollars that have not been spent in 2024 and added to that amount for 2025.
The complete budget has been provided to you for your review.
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WS POA BUDGET 2025 |
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2025 BUDGET WORKSHOP |
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10/17/2024 |
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2025 Annual Assessments/Lot – Maintenance: $1,608; Recreation: $1068 |
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Total Annual Assessment: $2,568 (+$108/year or +$9/month). Townhome Maintenance: $480 |
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Non-Annual Payment fee: $120/year. Paying the fees annually saves $120 Non Annual Payment Fee. |
WS POA BUDGET 2025
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2025 BUDGET WORKSHOP |
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10/17/2024 |
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2025 Annual Assessments/Lot – Maintenance: $1,608; Recreation: $1068 |
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Total Annual Assessment: $2,568 (+$108/year or +$9/month). Townhome Maintenance: $480 |
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Non-Annual Payment fee: $120/year. Paying the fees annually saves $120 Non Annual Payment Fee. |
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Recreation Assesment |
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OPERATING INCOME |
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OPERATING EXPENSES |
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C/C PURCHASING FINANCING |
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PRO SHOP/CLUBHOUSE |
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GOLF COURSE & POOL |
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19th Hole Bar & Grill |
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G/C CAPITAL REQUESTS |
TOTAL COUNTRY CLUB OPERATING EXPENSE
$2,405,632
$2,405,632
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$268,037 |
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$242,940 |
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$565,931 |
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$192,000 |
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$733,458 |
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$100,000 |
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$2,102,366 |
$303,266 |
$2,198,140
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$169,249 |
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$448,406 |
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$703,592 |
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$589,834 |
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$575,000 |
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$2,486,081 |
($287,941) |
ASSOCIATION OPERATING SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
ASSOCIATION OPERATING SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) $15,325 $15,325
March
Trustee Rick Renfro reported the POA ended February with $2,447,772 cash on hand. He reported that the Access Control and Administrative Office were under budget. Due to the weather, the Pro Shop and 19th Hole exceeded their budget. The total Association net income in February was $4,807 worse than the budget. Rick also stated that the net year to date income is $55,036 better than the budget.
Approved the removal of the analog telephone line at Access Control.
o Approved a change order for the pool renovation work in the amount of $20,000. It was found that parts of the existing pool did not have the required amount of concrete.
o Approved re-instituting Small Claims Court debt collection action for those property owners who owe significant amounts.
o Approved the write-off of $7,267,495 in uncollected debt for the years 2021 and prior as required by the four-year statute of limitation.
February
Trustee Rick Renfro reported the POA ended January with $2,507,483 cash on hand. He reported that the 19th Hole Bar and Grill, the Pro Shop, Access Control, Administrative Office, Golf Course Maintenance, and WS Maintenance all outperformed their budgets. The total Association net income in January was $62,205 better than the budget and operating expenses were $38,745 under budget. Rick also reported that our annual insurance expense was over budget by $11,697 and the POA is currently working to ensure we are receiving the best rates possible and reviewing coverage on an item-by-item basis. He also advised that although January started out well, we are spending an extraordinary amount of money in the first quarter with the pool and bath house renovation and the bunker and driving range improvements. Rick reminded everyone that these monies are available due to several years of savings for these events and the ability, in the last couple of years, for the POA Administration to implement some cost saving measures.
January
Trustee Rick Renfro was reported the POA ended 2024 with $2,154,244 cash on hand. He further reported that 310 property owners prepaid their 2025 assessments during November and December. Rick reported that the 19th Hole Bar and Grill and the Pro Shop contributed $154,337 above their 2024 budget. Access Control, Administrative Office, Golf Course Maintenance, and WS Maintenance all outperformed their budgets. The total Association net income for 2024 was $38,348 better than the budget.
o Bid by Liquid Leisure for pool renovation in the amount of $355,700 approved.
o Authorization for search of replacement used F-250 or larger pickup for WS Maintenance approved.
o Closure of marina bank account approved.
2024
November
Budget Committee Report. Trustee Rick Renfro reported the POA ended October 2024 with $1,363,375 in liquid assets. He further reported the total POA net income for the month was $3,773 over the budget and is $284,384 over budget for the year to date through the end of October. All operational business areas exceeded their income budgets for the month. Total payroll expenses were under budget for the month of October. The total Association operating income for the month of October was less than the budget by $19,800 and is $38,660 better than the budget year to date. Total Association operating expense for the month of October was under the budget by $16,027 and is 383,044 over the year-to-date budget.
October
Trustee Rick Renfro was absent, and President Jo Matthew reported the POA ended September 2024 with $1,732,967 in liquid assets. She further reported the total POA net income for the month was $78,720 better than the budget and is $278,794 over budget for the year to date through the end of September. All operational business areas exceeded their income budgets for the month. Total payroll expenses were under budget for the month of September. The total Association operating income for the month of September was less than the budget by $11,764 and is $61,107 better than the budget year to date. Total Association operating expense for the month of September was over the budget by $222,317 due to the cost of the garbage trucks.
September
POA purchased two new compacting garbage trucks – this decision has been over three years in the making and is why the decision was made a few years back to move to hinged trash cans. In the spring of 2023, Operations Manager Clayton Creel presented a cost analysis to the BOT about the rising double-digit costs of household debris pick up. Private company compactors and disposal of debris is an ever-rising expense. Trustee Renfro did another cost analysis and Internal Financial Manager Henshaw verified the analysis that indicates a $30,000 a year savings in private company costs combined with labor savings for a total projected savings of $40-$50,000 a year. The life expectancy of the trucks is 15-20 years so savings should increase each year. With the commencement of use of these trucks, household debris pickup will change to once a week and cardboard pickup will be picked up separately twice a month.
August
Budget Committee Report. Trustee Rick Renfro reported the POA ended August 2024 with $1,783,635 in liquid assets. He further reported the total POA net income for the month was $33,408 better than the budget and is $81,881 over budget for the year to date through the end of August. All operational business areas exceeded their income budgets for the month. Total payroll expenses were under budget for the month of August. The total Association operating income for the month of August was over the budget by $42,464 and is $72,038 better than the budget year to date through August. Total Association operating expense for the month of August was over the budget by $9,056. The Association is currently $153,919 over the year-to-date expense budget due in part to the 2023 road expense of $154,360 that was paid in January.