May 13 AMLD Board Meeting
Greetings Neighbors!
We’re in the full swing of summer now, and I hope your days are filled with sunshine, fun, and a break from the usual pace. We had a long and productive May board meeting, and I’m here to share the highlights with you.
May 13 Board Meeting
Citizen Communication
A Texas Disposal Systems representative visited to introduce their services and expressed interest in working with AMLD.
An AMNA representative thanked the board for showing up to community events like the art exhibit and Open Pickleball.
Officer Frank Creasey (APD) gave an update on efforts to address the issue of unhoused individuals in our neighborhood.
Budget Review
We ended Q2 with a budget surplus of about $92,000. This was due to a mix of reduced expenses and higher-than-expected revenues. The board is reviewing how to responsibly allocate the surplus while staying aligned with our long-term goals.
Personnel Committee
We’re excited to welcome a new Aquatics Director who will be starting soon. This role will help improve programming and staffing across our aquatic facilities. We are temporarily holding off on hiring a District Manager until we first bring on new front desk personnel. This phased approach will help us better assess our staffing needs.
Solid Waste Committee
Directors Watford and Mazer reported on their tour of the Republic Services Landfill. They also shared feedback from the solid waste survey: residents prioritize pricing, followed by weekly recycling, bulk pickup, and composting. The committee will continue refining timelines before making any recommendations to go to an RFP.
Parks and Landscaping Committee
To help beat the summer heat, we’ve updated the Open Pickleball hours on Wednesdays! Join us a little earlier now—from 9 AM to noon instead of 10 AM to 1 PM.
Don’t forget, Thursday night pickleball from 7–10 PM is still going strong—come out and have fun!
Meanwhile, the committee is working closely with staff to check in on maintenance progress and get ready for some exciting landscaping updates.
Facilities, Operations & Safety Committee
The committee gave an update on tours of the Senior Center and Firehouse facilities. More site visits are planned in the coming weeks, and additional updates will be provided at the next meeting.
Community Engagement Committee
We had a great turnout at our Spring events, and it was heartwarming to see so many neighbors enjoying the activities together.
Looking ahead, we’re planning a fun 4th of July celebration at Harper Park from 10 AM to NOON. It’s free to attend and will feature activities for the whole family—come join the fun!
We’re also gathering feedback through a short event survey. One new idea we’re considering is hosting an adults-only event, and we’d love your thoughts.
Thank you to everyone who submitted photos to our first-ever Photo Contest! We’re still reviewing entries and will be announcing the winners soon—stay tuned!
Communications Committee
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Architectural Control Committee
The ACC is working on improving how submissions are processed, tracked, and archived. They’ll be coordinating with staff to streamline the process and ensure better alignment moving forward.
Board Reports
Director Hogle encouraged board members to consider rotating committee assignments in the future. She also shared that she attended an Art in Public Places event and was approached about possible mosaic work in our district. Councilwoman Krista Laine (District 6) expressed interest in building mutual support between our board and her office. Director Hogle also proposed holding a community engagement forum to discuss strategic district priorities.
Director Watford shared that the staff is compiling a list of our community partners from recent years. She also suggested the board conduct policy reviews with legal counsel during strategic planning sessions this summer.
Director Mazer shared research on GovPilot, a facility management platform that can help track facility usage, ACC submissions, budget items, and more. Director Watford will follow up with the vendor for more information.
District Manager Report
Aquatics Update: Pool hours were shared, and the board discussed ways to adjust summer hours to meet community needs. Director Hogle requested that we revisit this topic with the new Aquatics Director for feedback and suggestions.
Tennis Pro Contract: The board reviewed the current tennis pro contract. The District Manager recommended aligning the agreement with our swim lesson model. Updates are in progress.
RRISD 5K: The DECA Club requested to host a 5K in North Park this fall. The board is reviewing the request before finalizing any rental details.
Senior Center: She shared that the Senior Center has a Code of Conduct currently in place, and staff are reviewing it with participants following a recent incident. She also recommended that the district consider adopting a general Code of Conduct to be applied consistently across all programs and facilities.
Now Hiring
We're excited to announce that we're hiring for a few seasonal positions. We're seeking a part-time Community Assistant to support front desk operations, as well as Summer Camp Counselors. Feel free to share these opportunities with anyone who might be interested!
Dive-In Movie
Join us for a family-friendly evening at the El Salido Pool as we screen How to Train Your Dragon under the stars!
Date: Friday, June 13
Time: Gates open at 7:45 PM | Movie starts at 8:15 PM
Location: El Salido Pool
Cost: $5 for residents | $10 for non-residents
Extras: Pizza and drinks available while supplies last
Bring your towels, floaties, and your favorite people—it's the perfect way to kick off the summer! We can’t wait to see you there!
Upcoming Meeting
We’d love to see you at the board meeting tonight at 6:30 PM! It’s a great chance to stay connected, get updates, and hear directly from your community leaders.
Take a moment to check out the agenda so you know what we’ll be covering. And don’t forget—Citizen Comment is your time to share thoughts, ideas, or questions.
Thanks for helping make our community strong and involved. Whether it’s at the meeting or just around the neighborhood, we hope to see you soon!
Reminder
As an AMLD Board member, I want to remind everyone that this newsletter is not the official notes from the meeting. These are my personal thoughts on the items that were discussed at the meeting. Please see the link if you would like to see the official notes from the past board meetings. Meeting Minutes