Oak Wilt is a fungal disease which can quickly kill a healthy tree. The fungus is spread through open wounds to the tree, and through the root system. SOPOA has fungicide injection equipment available for residents to treat their trees.
The updated Oak Wilt Map shows the current status of Oak Wilt migration in Scenic Oaks. More information is available on the Tree Trimming page.
The Scenic Oaks Property Owner’s Association (SOPOA) is managed entirely by resident volunteers. The Board strives to monitor and maintain the Bylaws and Restrictions referenced in the legal documents property owners sign when purchasing property in the neighborhood. Residents of our neighborhood have all legally agreed to these defined standards, as well as the process by which disputes can be remedied.
The SOPOA is not however an arm of law enforcement. SOPOA members rely on a shared respect for personal integrity and individual responsibility to adhere to the Bylaws and Restrictions.
The Restrictions Committee follows a legally mandated process to notify offenders and allow time to voluntarily resolve the issue. If the violation is disputed, the resident can appeal to the Board to define an acceptable resolution.
Every property owner has made a considerable investment to be a part of this neighborhood, and in doing so has agreed to the Restrictions and Bylaws which define this neighborhood.
Is it too much to ask to simply be a good neighbor?
Restrictions Committee Update:
In response to numerous messages received from concerned residents about restrictions violations in the neighborhood, please note that the committee is currently managing a deluge of restrictions violations.
There is a process to address violations provided in the SOPOA bylaws which must be followed. Issues arise when, 1) Restrictions are violated, 2) Residents refuse to comply when a first notice is issued. This draws out the process to 30 days and beyond, and 3) Residents respond to notices of violations asking why someone else is “getting away with” violations. This is not helpful. If a resident draws out the process by refusing to comply, then it may appear they are “getting way with” something. Rest assured; all violations are being addressed.
Every Scenic Oaks homeowner joins the property owner association and agrees to the restrictions and bylaws when they sign their mortgage contract. Resolution of violations requires voluntary adherence to agreed upon standards.
You as a resident can help. Kindly mow your lawns, don’t park off pavement, don’t create unpaved driveways by driving on grass repeatedly, and be considerate of your neighbors. This is a short list that will ensure that Scenic Oaks remains a prestigious residential subdivision.
Kind regards,
SOPOA Restrictions Committee
President Dave Schafer provided a planning timeline for prospective SOPOA activities at the 2023 April Meeting.
Annual Oak Wilt Survey, Monthly Board Meeting, Road Work Bids, Tiger Bulk Trash Pickup
Monthly meeting
4th of July Parade, Monthly Meeting, Quarterly Statement and Newsletter Mailing
Monthly Meeting
Monthly Meeting
Monthly Meeting, Quarterly Statement and Newsletter Mailing
Monthly Meeting, Annual Meeting Notice
Monthly Meeting, Christmas Party, Proposed Budget
President Dave Schafer provided a planning timeline for prospective SOPOA activities.
The deer crossing / speed limit sign near the entrance gate was knocked over and will be replaced and repositioned to align with plotted lot lines.
The Road and Bar Ditch Committee provided a schedule of target dates for our ongoing road maintenance project. Resurfacing and crack sealing are ongoing long term road maintenance requirements.
2023: Cedar Breaks, Barn Owl, Mesquite Hollow , Nighthawk Lane (2 low sections)
2024: Barn Swallow, Deerview , Oak Nest, Fossil Oak, Nighthawk Lane (upper section)
2025: Limestone Ridge, Bear Tree Circle, Cactus Wren
*Project completion is subject to available budget and vendor bid cycle.
Acceptable bulky items include standard residential sized stoves, water heaters, washing machines, refrigerators and other appliances (with all CFCs removed and tagged by a certified technician), furniture, and other similar household items. In addition, tree, brush or shrubbery waste that is cut and tied in bundles of not more than four feet in length and 35 pounds in weight.
When preparing yard debris for bulk collection, remember the three B’s:
Bagged, Bundled or Boxed
Acceptable bulky item collection is limited to two (2) cubic yards of all items in total volume per customer per collection event. Acceptable bulky items do not include construction or demolition debris.
Other unacceptable items include but are not limited to; any radioactive, volatile, corrosive, flammable, explosive, bio-medical, infectious, bio-hazardous, regulated waste, toxic substance or material, as defined by characterized or listed under applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations, or special waste as defined by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, (collectively, “Excluded Materials”). Special waste includes but is not limited to liquids & tires, batteries, and appliances containing CFC’s.
*You must be a Tiger customer to be eligible for the bulk pickup, Please have your items out before date of pickup.
Monday, February 27, 7:30pm the Board held the monthly SOPOA meeting.
The annual budget was approved, including insurance renewal and annual required audit expenses. The largest expenses for the neighborhood are entry station staffing and road maintenance. Road maintenance projects include crack sealing in the spring and repaving sections of Cedar Breaks, Barn Owl Ln., Mesquite Hollow, and Nighthawk Ln. in the fall. The large entry sign needs repair or replacement. The Board is currently researching options for further discussion, and will solicit bids as the best solution presents itself.
Oak Wilt Committee: At this point all regular oak tree trimming should be stopped. The blackout period recommended by the state is February 1 through June 15. The requirements to clean tools and paint cuts on oaks remain. The process will return to normal in June.
Clubhouse Committee: In December, the Clubhouse was rented 8 times and all guests
received their security deposits returned. In January, The Clubhouse was rented 6 times and all guests received their security deposits returned. There were no issues at any
event.
Please update your contact information to help the Entry Station Staff process your visitors and service providers.
Jose Arizpe
Guillermo Rodriguez
Aaron Arkeen
Claudia Martinez
Delia Meyer
David Deas
Kenneth Riedel
David Lasho
David Wells
David Schafer
Don Powers
Jim Butler
Curtis Havel
John Meade
Jack Gibbons
Noel Schafer
Eddie Upham
Manny De Los Santos
Pat Stowell
Wendy Gray
Robb Meyer