Due to the drought we are experiencing in the area the fireworks display that was scheduled at the community center on July 3rd has been cancelled. Please remember that we are also under a total fireworks ban in Tyler Co. This means no personal fireworks are to be used. We are also under a burn ban.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
IVANHOE RESIDENTS
Please remember you must have a current sticker displayed on your vehicle to use the parks and lakes in Ivanhoe. Sticker fee's are $5 per vehicle and you must be a "member in good standing" (maintenance fee's paid up). Stickers are available at the IPOIA office during the summer months on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Please remember, if you do not have a current sticker you will be asked to leave the parks, swim areas and lakes. Also, please remember, NO DOGS are allowed in the swim areas and if you do bring your dogs to the parks they must be on a lease. Glass containers have also been a big problem this year. We ask that you do not bring them in the parks but if you do, please do not throw them into the swim areas.
SATURDAY - JUNE 11
Don't forget! IPOIA meeting at 10:30 and City meeting at 11:15 a.m. All residents are invited to attend at the Buck Priest Community Center.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
FYI - Tyler Co. Emergency Management
The TCEMO will host a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, June 7th at 7 p.m. at the Nutrition Center "Dining Hall" located at 201 Veterans Way in Woodville.
The topic and purpose of the meeting is to bring "Awareness" to the citizens of Tyler County to the unusual and radical weather conditions that are occurring in our region of the country as well as throughout the world. As we have entered the 2011 Hurricane season and are experiencing a record setting drought and the unsettled weather we have witnessed across our nation in the last few weeks, we need to be mindful of our weather outlook for the coming months.
Roger Erickson of the National Weather Service will be the guest speaker. This meeting will be the first of three planned "Town Hall Meetings" intended to allow us to make plans and preparations to lessen the effects of possible harsh conditions to our citizens, especially the most vulnerable.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
LAKE CHARMAINE CLOSED TO BOAT TRAFFIC
As of June 1, 2011, Charmaine Lake is closed to all boat traffic due to low lake levels. We managed to get through the Memorial Day weekend without closing the lake but levels this morning were at the critical stage. The reason the lake closing is necessary is to prevent wash out from boat waves below the apron on the dam. Have you heard the old saying "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"? To leave the lakes open would cause costly repairs in the future. We will open the lake back up as soon as we get some rain and the levels rise. PRAY for rain. PLEASE remember we are under a burn ban.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Candy Cane Park Cleanup
Thanks to this group of men who showed up to work at Candy Cane Park Saturday. The Park really looks great!Monday, May 16, 2011
NEW OFFICE HOURS IPOIA
NEW SUMMER HOURS
(starts May 20th)
Friday - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
PARKS AND LAKES REPORT
At the Saturday meeting of the IPOIA a report was given by Ron Sikora about the conditions of our Parks. Over the last month Ron and his wife Karen have gone around Ivanhoe to each park, reserve and boat launch area. You might have notice the new bulkhead by the swm area at Charmaine South Park. Due to wave action it was necessary to raise the bulhead to prevent washout. Stairs were installed to give easy access to the water by swimmers. There is still some minor repairs that will need to be made over the next few weeks but work is progressing. Thanks to Jerry and Connie Rudd for mowing this park for our enjoyment.
At the Heli-Pad Park we removed the broken wooden slide structure due to safety concerns. Thanks to Betsy Strong and John Craven for helping with the removal. Also, a big thanks to Joe McIntyre for mowing this park. Chuck Vonderlin keeps the boat launch area mowed at Galahad for us. No need to do a lot of work at Memorial Park because Rusty Harrison takes great care of this area. Currently, due to wave action on the apron of the big dam bouy's are being installed by volunteer's Jerry Wendell and Howard Johnson. I have also talked with many of my neighbors here in Ivanhoe that have taken on the responsibility of mowing the park areas or reserves close to their homes. We do need volunteers willing to help keep our parks clean and mowed. REMINDER : A work day has been scheduled for Candy Cane Park on Charmaine East for Sat. May 21st starting at 7:30 in the morning. Please come and volunteer a few hours to help mow and trim this area. You might have also noticed many new signs going up in the park areas. Thanks to donations we were able to replace many of our signs in the park areas. Here is another opportunity for anyone wishing to help. Make a donation to the parks. We would like to replace the picnic tables and future plans do include replacing or repairing playground equipment. I am also planning on getting all the lake signs replaced. It all takes time and money.....I have the time....ha ha. I will try to post updates as the work is done. Ron Sikora, IPOIA Board Member
At the Heli-Pad Park we removed the broken wooden slide structure due to safety concerns. Thanks to Betsy Strong and John Craven for helping with the removal. Also, a big thanks to Joe McIntyre for mowing this park. Chuck Vonderlin keeps the boat launch area mowed at Galahad for us. No need to do a lot of work at Memorial Park because Rusty Harrison takes great care of this area. Currently, due to wave action on the apron of the big dam bouy's are being installed by volunteer's Jerry Wendell and Howard Johnson. I have also talked with many of my neighbors here in Ivanhoe that have taken on the responsibility of mowing the park areas or reserves close to their homes. We do need volunteers willing to help keep our parks clean and mowed. REMINDER : A work day has been scheduled for Candy Cane Park on Charmaine East for Sat. May 21st starting at 7:30 in the morning. Please come and volunteer a few hours to help mow and trim this area. You might have also noticed many new signs going up in the park areas. Thanks to donations we were able to replace many of our signs in the park areas. Here is another opportunity for anyone wishing to help. Make a donation to the parks. We would like to replace the picnic tables and future plans do include replacing or repairing playground equipment. I am also planning on getting all the lake signs replaced. It all takes time and money.....I have the time....ha ha. I will try to post updates as the work is done. Ron Sikora, IPOIA Board Member
FISH FRY CANCELLED
The fish fry which was scheduled for June 18 by the Friends of Ivanhoe has been cancelled due to scheduling difficulties. Since this was such a big success last year we are looking at a August re-schedule date. More information will be posted when a date has been selected.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
PARK CLEANUP
May 21st from 8 a.m. till noon, we will be mowing, trimming and doing a general clean up at CANDY CANE PARK located on Charmaine E. Bring your trimmers, lawnmowers and rakes. We also need VOLUNTEERS willing to mow our parks during the summer months. You will see work going on at all of the parks during the next couple of months and we will be scheduling more park work days. Let's Make Our Parks Beautiful Again and a place you would want your children and grandchildren to play.
MAY IPOIA MTG./CITY OF IVANHOE MTG.
The May IPOIA meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 14th at 10 a.m., Buck Priest Community Center. The City of Ivanhoe meeting will take place same date and location at 11:15.
City Of Ivanhoe News
Zoning Commission Workshop - May 11, 2011 (Wed.) @ 7 p.m. - Buck Priest Community Center. The purpose of this workshop is to invite the residents of Ivanhoe to discuss the Tree Ordinance that is currently being worked on by the commission before being presented to the Mayor and City Council for consideration.
FROM THE FRIENDS OF IVANHOE
On March 25th and 26th of this year the Friends of Ivanhoe held our 2nd Annual community yard sale and bake sale. Because of your generosity and hard work we once again brought in over $3,000.00. These proceeds were donated to the IPOIA to help keep our parks and lakes operating. Once again, thanks to all who participated!
On April 9th, the Friends of Ivanhoe volunteers donated hot dogs and all the trimmings for over 20 teens and their sponsors as they picked up the trash on our roads. As I talk about this, I would like to plead with you to please watch the trash in the bed of your trucks, as this flies out as you drive and adds to the trash that some people feel they must throw out of their windows! Please help keep out community clean.
On May 28th, the Fire Department will hold its annual barbeque and all the trimmings at the entrance of Ivanhoe. The Ladies Civic Club will be there with their annual bake sale also. Serving starts at 10 a.m. until it runs out, so get there early!
On June 2nd there will be a Friends of Ivanhoe meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center. We will be handing out pre-sale tickets for the fish fry, planning the fish fry, ice cream sale and Market Day. Please join us as we need everyone's help to make our city a great place to live!
On June 18th starting at 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Friends of Ivanhoe will hold their 2nd annual FISH FRY! This will be at the entrance to Ivanhoe just like last year. We will have baked goods and drinks for sale too! The food will be cooked by Southern Comfort Catering again. This is the BEST fish dinner you will ever eat! Tickets are $8 and will be available at the IPOIA office or any Friend of Ivanhoe member.
On July 3rd, the Fire Department will hold their annual Fire Works display. This will take place around around 9 - 9:30 p.m. when it becomes dark. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, drinks and ice cream bars. The food will be ready around 4:30 p.m. so bring your lawn chairs, come early, and join us for a great 4th of July celebration!!
There will be more later, so keep in touch!
Karen Hamilton
Friends of Ivanhoe
rchamil@sbcglobal.net
409-283-2832
On April 9th, the Friends of Ivanhoe volunteers donated hot dogs and all the trimmings for over 20 teens and their sponsors as they picked up the trash on our roads. As I talk about this, I would like to plead with you to please watch the trash in the bed of your trucks, as this flies out as you drive and adds to the trash that some people feel they must throw out of their windows! Please help keep out community clean.
On May 28th, the Fire Department will hold its annual barbeque and all the trimmings at the entrance of Ivanhoe. The Ladies Civic Club will be there with their annual bake sale also. Serving starts at 10 a.m. until it runs out, so get there early!
On June 2nd there will be a Friends of Ivanhoe meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center. We will be handing out pre-sale tickets for the fish fry, planning the fish fry, ice cream sale and Market Day. Please join us as we need everyone's help to make our city a great place to live!
On June 18th starting at 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Friends of Ivanhoe will hold their 2nd annual FISH FRY! This will be at the entrance to Ivanhoe just like last year. We will have baked goods and drinks for sale too! The food will be cooked by Southern Comfort Catering again. This is the BEST fish dinner you will ever eat! Tickets are $8 and will be available at the IPOIA office or any Friend of Ivanhoe member.
On July 3rd, the Fire Department will hold their annual Fire Works display. This will take place around around 9 - 9:30 p.m. when it becomes dark. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, drinks and ice cream bars. The food will be ready around 4:30 p.m. so bring your lawn chairs, come early, and join us for a great 4th of July celebration!!
There will be more later, so keep in touch!
Karen Hamilton
Friends of Ivanhoe
rchamil@sbcglobal.net
409-283-2832
Saturday, March 12, 2011
FRIENDS OF IVANHOE MEETING - MARCH 15TH
If you would like to get involved in the community, please make plans to attend the Friends of Ivanhoe Meeting on Tuesday, March 15th at 6:30 p.m. Meeting will be held at the Ivanhoe Community Center.
HEALTH FAIR - APRIL 8th
There will be a Health Fair held at the Community Center on Friday, April 8th starting at 7 a.m.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
FRIENDS OF IVANHOE COMMUNITY YARD AND BAKE SALE
WHEN: MARCH 25TH & 26TH (Friday & Saturday)
WHERE: IVANHOE CIVIC CENTER (Buck Priest Center)
TIME: FRIDAY - (8 - 5 p.m.) - SATURDAY - (8 - 3 p.m.)
WE NEED DONATIONS - Drop off items at the Civic Center the week of March 21st between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday till 8 p.m. PLEASE NO CLOTHING unless you have children's clothing, wearable blue jeans or shoes in good condition.
Please call 409-283-2832 or 409-392-7558 with any questions.
WHERE: IVANHOE CIVIC CENTER (Buck Priest Center)
TIME: FRIDAY - (8 - 5 p.m.) - SATURDAY - (8 - 3 p.m.)
WE NEED DONATIONS - Drop off items at the Civic Center the week of March 21st between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday till 8 p.m. PLEASE NO CLOTHING unless you have children's clothing, wearable blue jeans or shoes in good condition.
Please call 409-283-2832 or 409-392-7558 with any questions.
I'm Back!
We have had so much going on here at Ivanhoe and I want to say how sorry I am that this blog has not been updated. We have gone through a year of changes here at Ivanhoe and finally the city and IPOIA have dotted the I's and crossed the T's and will have separate responsibilites. This blog will contain information related to the IPOIA with an occasional mention of what is going on with the city just for information purposes. The IPOIA will have the responsibility of the Parks and Lakes so they will remain PRIVATE for the use of property owners and invited guests only. I would suggest that you go by the IPOIA office and pick up an Ivanhoe Land of Lakes Handbook/Rules and Regulations. OFFICE HOURS: Tues/Thurs/Sat from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone # 409-283-3653. Guest Passes are required and if you have a question, please contact the IPOIA Office. The new 2011 stickers for vehicles, boats and golf carts (see state regulations pertaining to golf carts) are also available at the IPOIA Office at a cost of $5 ea.
Another big change is that our roads have been turned over to the city of Ivanhoe. This means that ATV's can no longer be used on the roads of Ivanhoe. You can contact the city office at 409-283-3299 for additional information. We still have an IPOIA board and will continue to meet the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the Buck Priest Community Center.
Another big change is that our roads have been turned over to the city of Ivanhoe. This means that ATV's can no longer be used on the roads of Ivanhoe. You can contact the city office at 409-283-3299 for additional information. We still have an IPOIA board and will continue to meet the second Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the Buck Priest Community Center.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
IPOIA Annual Meeting Held on November 13, 2010
We had a great turn out for the Annual Meeting which was held on Saturday, Nov. 13th. Voting took place for the three positions open on the IPOIA board and we want to say congratulations to returning members Patsy Morris, Ronald Sikora and welcome to new member Diane Williams. This has been a year of "Many Changes" for the IPOIA and I just wanted to say, "Thank you" to all who in the past gave of their time by volunteering and those that served on the board. Ivanhoe is a great place and with your continued support it can be even better!
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Ivanhoe Rules and Regulations
Karen Sikora and I have been working dilligently to prepare the proposed changes to the ByLaws and the Rules and Regulations. Here is a copy of the proposed "Rules and Regulations".
Most of the changes which have been made are based on requests made by the Lakes & Parks Patrol group which they feel will clarify the rules that they are attempting to see enforced.
The "Rules and Regulations" have never been considered part of the ByLaws. At the November 13th meeting we are going to propose that they become a part of the ByLaws. Therefore there is a proposed change in the ByLaws which reads: The IPOIA Rules and Regulations as amended 11/13/2010 is to be included as part of these By-Laws.
Again, we thank you for your interest in Ivanhoe. Please contact me if you have any questions, revcathyb@gmail.com
Cathy Bennet & Karen Sikora
IVANHOE PROPERTY OWNERS
IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC.
RULES & REGULATIONS
Revised November 2010
We wish to welcome all new property owners and to thank those property owners who in the past have cooperated in keeping Ivanhoe safe and enjoyable.
The following rules and regulations have been adopted by the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association to help maintain a safe and peaceful atmosphere in Ivanhoe and to protect your property and your facilities. With joint cooperation we can build this area’s finest community. Art. III, Section 10 of IPOIA by-laws gives the Board of Directors the power to enforce Rules and Regulations by legal action.
1. EXCLUSIVE USE BY PROPERTY OWNERS
1 Ivanhoe Parks and Lakes are property of the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association and are for the use and enjoyment of members in good standing of said IPOIA and their authorized guests.
2 PROPERTY OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR GUESTS FROM THE TIME THEY ENTER THE ENTRANCE UNTIL THEY LEAVE IVANHOE. Property owners who have guests utilizing IPOIA facilities must be available by phone and the property owner’s phone number will be on each guest pass.
2. FIREARMS
Discharging of firearms in Ivanhoe is strictly PROHIBITED. This includes BB guns and air rifles.
3. LITTERING
Littering is prohibited in all Ivanhoe lakes, parks, and roads. Violators will be subject to prosecution under the Health and Safety Code of the State of Texas.
4. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND ILLEGAL DRUGS
NO alcoholic beverages are allowed in any public area such as parks, lakes, community center, roads, etc. Illegal drugs are prohibited.
5. LAKE REGULATIONS
1. All lakes and parks are reserved for Ivanhoe Property Owners in good standing and authorized guests.
2. Only property owners and their immediate families will be allowed to launch watercraft. All watercraft must be registered and decal applied before launching. A dated, color coded guest pass will be issued to guest watercraft.
3 No boats with outside vented exhausts will be permitted; all boats with automotive engines must have a proper muffler system.
4. Lake Charmaine is used for skiing, swimming, boating and fishing. Skiing and jet propelled watercraft are prohibited on all other lakes. The speed limit for the fishing lakes is 5 m.p.h.. The legal age for operating jet propelled watercraft is 16.
5. Ski boats must have a driver, observer, and legal mirror in the boat while towing a skier. Jet propelled watercraft must have a driver, observer, and legal mirror in the boat while towing a skier. Jet propelled watercraft must have a legal mirror.
6. Watercraft (including jet propelled watercraft) must keep to the right and observe the 35 m.p.h. maximum speed limit. No racing type watercraft is allowed nor is any watercraft allowed to race on the lakes. Watercraft must be removed from the lake if found speeding, using unsafe boating practices, and/or violating lake regulations.
7. Water skiers and persons on personal watercraft must wear flotation devices. All watercraft must carry ample flotation devices.
8. No water skiing or jet propelled watercraft will be permitted 1/2 hour before sunrise and must stop 1/2 hour after sunset. No watercraft will be permitted on lakes without running lights after dark.
9. Sailing craft and fishing boats have the right-of-way at all times.
10. No swimming at the boat launch ramp. Swimmers using the swim area at the parks must remain within the enclosed areas. Swimmers and flotation rafts are not permitted in the boating lanes.
11. Trout lines are NOT permitted on Lake Charmaine or Lake Ivanhoe. No seining/netting is permitted on any lake. Please observe legal limits when fishing.
12. Piers are not to exceed 50 feet from shore line. (Permit required for new pier or modification of old one.)
13. There will be an Ivanhoe Boat Patrol as necessary.
14. Boat trailers and vehicles must be parked in designated areas only.
15. Swim at your own risk.
6. WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION
1. All watercraft must be registered at the Association Office. To register your watercraft, please bring owner registration form. Property ownership will be verified.
2. All watercraft must have a current Ivanhoe watercraft decal.
3. All watercraft not identified with watercraft decal must be removed from the lake.
7. MOTOR VEHICLE DECAL AND REGULATION
1. Property owners wishing to use IPOIA facilities must display a current year decal on all their vehicles including golf carts. (see state regulations pertaining to golf carts)
2. If possible, the vehicle decal will be placed on the windshield in the lower left corner above the license decal on the drivers side. Do not place decals in the tinted area of the windshield.
3. Decals will be issued to specific vehicles and are not transferable. .
4. Decals will be issued only by the IPOIA office. Only official color coded guest passes originating from the IPOIA office will be honored.
8. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
Speed limits have been set in Ivanhoe by the Texas Department of Transportation. Speed limit signs have been erected by TxDot and are enforced by radar. Reckless driving will be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. All vehicles must yield at all uncontrolled intersections and use caution to avoid accidents. All vehicles must obey all traffic control signs.
There will be NO PARKING on dams.
9. SECURITY– SAFETY
Call 911 for emergencies and fires
Call (409)283-2172 (Tyler County Sheriff’s Office)
For non-emergencies
1. Vehicles are not to enter dams when occupied by the school bus.
2. School buses are to use yellow flashing lights when on the dams.
3. Vandalism or criminal mischief may be prosecuted to the legal limits
4. Damages to or removal of street or traffic control signs may result in charges of theft.
10. PARK REGULATIONS
1. Curfew in all public areas is 11:00 p.m. All such areas must be cleared and all persons gone from these areas by this time.
2. Noises and music must be kept at a level that will not be disturbing to nearby homes.
3. Overnight camping in parks or along the roadside is strictly prohibited.
4. Swimming is allowed in designated areas with no lifeguard available, so swim at your own risk in designated areas. Do not leave young children unattended.
5. Parks are maintained for your enjoyment. Please dispose of picnic or camper trash by using a commercial carrier or taking it home with you.
6. Playground equipment is available in some of the parks. Injuries may occur while using said equipment. Use at your own risk.
7. No pets allowed in the Community Center or swimming areas. Pets are to be on a leash in parks and boat launch areas.
8. No horses will be permitted in Parks or Lake Areas.
11. COMMUNITY CENTER REGULATIONS
1. The Community Center Building is available for property owners to rent for their family functions. For information about rental and use, call the Association Office. A complete set of Community Center Rules is available at the office.
2. The Community Center Building may be rented to the property owner. You will be required to pay the clean up and key deposit fee when the Center is reserved. The rental fee is due at the time the key is picked up. The clean up and key deposit will be returned to you if the building is left clean, garbage removed and there has been no damage to the facilities. Please submit two separate checks; one for rental and one for your deposit.
3. Facilities are rented on a first come, first served basis. Please make reservations early.
4. The Community Center can be rented to the property owner only. It is for family type activities only.
5. On all occasions the property owner renting the facility must be in attendance while the building is rented or in use.
6. The Community Center may NOT be rented for any three day holiday weekend. It will be retained for use by the property owners in general on holiday weekends.
7. The Community Center is a park area; therefore, all alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
8. The responsibility of closing and locking the building after use belongs to the property owner who rented the building.
9. Vehicles and trailers are prohibited on walkways and pavilion slab. IT IS NOT A LOADING OR UNLOADING AREA.
12. DOGS
PIT BULLDOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN IVANHOE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
DOGS THAT ARE CONSIDERED “DANGEROUS DOGS” BY THE DEFINITION BELOW ARE NOT ALLOWED IN IVANHOE PARKS OR LAKE AREAS.
(SEE CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, SECTION 5.7A FOR FURTHER REGULATION INFORMATION)
Subchapter D.—Dangerous Dogs (State Law)
822.04 Definition
“Dangerous Dog” means a dog that:
• Makes an unprovoked attack on a person that causes bodily injury and occurs in a place other than an enclosure in which the dog was being kept and that was reasonably certain to prevent the dog from leaving
the enclosure on its own; or
• Commits unprovoked acts in a place other than an enclosure in which the dog is being kept and that was reasonably certain to prevent the dog from leaving the enclosure on its own and those acts cause a person to reasonably believe that the dog will attack and cause bodily injury to that person.
“Owner” means a person who owns or has custody or control of the dog.
Subchapter C.– Rabies Vaccinations
826.921 Vaccination of dogs and cats required (State Law)
A veterinarian who vaccinates a dog or cat against rabies shall issue to the animals owner a vaccination certificate in a form that
meets the minimum standards approved.
826.022 Vaccination; Criminal Penalty
A person commits an offense if the person fails or refuses to have each dog or cat owned by the person vaccinated against rabies. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. Fines under this section up to $500.00
13. RENTAL OF PRIVATE RESIDENCE
• The Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association welcomes you as a renter to the Ivanhoe Community. As a renter you are subject to all rules and regulations.
• You, as a renter or lessor of any Ivanhoe property, are entitled to purchase a decals which are available at the Association office. You are required to present proof of residency such as rental receipt or utility bill issued in your name. To purchase a decal, proof of vehicle ownership is required.
14. RESIDENTS OF IVANHOE 1, 2, 3 & 4
Parks, Lakes and Dams are private property for use by Ivanhoe property owners and invited guests only. The IPOIA Board has provided for property owners in Ivanhoe 1, 2, 3, & 4 to be able to enjoy the facilities belonging to and controlled by the IPOIA by providing proof of property ownership and payment of $6.00 per lot annually.
CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY 911
TYLER COUNTY SHERIFF (409)283-2172
MONARCH UTILITY (Water) (800)909-7984
SAM HOUSTON ELECTRIC (409)283-8251
or (800)458-0381
IVANHOE PROPERTY OWNERS
ASSOCIATION OFFICE (409)283-3653
TIMBERLAKES DEVELOPMENT
SALES OFFICE 409)283-3110
IVANHOE VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT (409)283-5411
or (409)283-5611
TYLER COUNTY HOSPITAL (409)283-8141
TYLER COUNTY TAX OFFICE (409)283-2734
WOODVILLE POST OFFICE (409)283-2191
HILLISTER POST OFFICE (409)283-5793
TYLER COUNTY EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT OFFICE (409)331-0874
IPOIA Office Hours:
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
9 AM to 1 PM.
THE IPOIA WANTS IT TO BE KNOWN THAT THE FOLLOWING MISCONDUCT ON ASSOCIATION PROPERTY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND WILL BE SEVERELY DEALT WITH:
1. INTOXICATION AND ALCOHOL USAGE
2. DRUG AND NARCOTIC POSSESSION & USAGE
3. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF-DEFACING AND DESTROYING PROPERTY
4. FIGHTING
5. PROFANE LANGUAGE
6. THEFT OF ASSOCIATION PROPERTY OR PROPERTY OF OTHERS
7. LEWED CONDUCT OR NUDITY ON OR AROUND THE PUBLIC AREAS
8. SWIMMING IN BOATING LANES IS PROHIBITED. SWIMMERS MUST STAY IN DESIGNATED AREAS
9. GLASS CONTAINERS ARE PROHIBITED
Ivanhoe Parks and Lakes are property of the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association and are for the use and enjoyment of members in good standing of said IPOIA and their authorized guests. All others will be denied entry or asked to vacate IPOIA property.
Failure by a member in good standing to comply with the rules of conduct while on IPOIA property will result in said member being asked to vacate the property immediately. Any further misconduct by said member will result in extended suspension of privileges.
Failure by a family member of a member in good standing or guest of a member in good standing to comply with the rules of conduct while on IPOIA property will result in said family member or guest being asked to vacate the property immediately and guest passes, if any, will be confiscated and the member responsible for the family member or guest will notified.
Any further misconduct by said family member of a member in good standing or guest of a member in good standing will result in extended suspension of privileges of the party or parties involved.
Most of the changes which have been made are based on requests made by the Lakes & Parks Patrol group which they feel will clarify the rules that they are attempting to see enforced.
The "Rules and Regulations" have never been considered part of the ByLaws. At the November 13th meeting we are going to propose that they become a part of the ByLaws. Therefore there is a proposed change in the ByLaws which reads: The IPOIA Rules and Regulations as amended 11/13/2010 is to be included as part of these By-Laws.
Again, we thank you for your interest in Ivanhoe. Please contact me if you have any questions, revcathyb@gmail.com
Cathy Bennet & Karen Sikora
IVANHOE PROPERTY OWNERS
IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC.
RULES & REGULATIONS
Revised November 2010
We wish to welcome all new property owners and to thank those property owners who in the past have cooperated in keeping Ivanhoe safe and enjoyable.
The following rules and regulations have been adopted by the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association to help maintain a safe and peaceful atmosphere in Ivanhoe and to protect your property and your facilities. With joint cooperation we can build this area’s finest community. Art. III, Section 10 of IPOIA by-laws gives the Board of Directors the power to enforce Rules and Regulations by legal action.
1. EXCLUSIVE USE BY PROPERTY OWNERS
1 Ivanhoe Parks and Lakes are property of the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association and are for the use and enjoyment of members in good standing of said IPOIA and their authorized guests.
2 PROPERTY OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR GUESTS FROM THE TIME THEY ENTER THE ENTRANCE UNTIL THEY LEAVE IVANHOE. Property owners who have guests utilizing IPOIA facilities must be available by phone and the property owner’s phone number will be on each guest pass.
2. FIREARMS
Discharging of firearms in Ivanhoe is strictly PROHIBITED. This includes BB guns and air rifles.
3. LITTERING
Littering is prohibited in all Ivanhoe lakes, parks, and roads. Violators will be subject to prosecution under the Health and Safety Code of the State of Texas.
4. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND ILLEGAL DRUGS
NO alcoholic beverages are allowed in any public area such as parks, lakes, community center, roads, etc. Illegal drugs are prohibited.
5. LAKE REGULATIONS
1. All lakes and parks are reserved for Ivanhoe Property Owners in good standing and authorized guests.
2. Only property owners and their immediate families will be allowed to launch watercraft. All watercraft must be registered and decal applied before launching. A dated, color coded guest pass will be issued to guest watercraft.
3 No boats with outside vented exhausts will be permitted; all boats with automotive engines must have a proper muffler system.
4. Lake Charmaine is used for skiing, swimming, boating and fishing. Skiing and jet propelled watercraft are prohibited on all other lakes. The speed limit for the fishing lakes is 5 m.p.h.. The legal age for operating jet propelled watercraft is 16.
5. Ski boats must have a driver, observer, and legal mirror in the boat while towing a skier. Jet propelled watercraft must have a driver, observer, and legal mirror in the boat while towing a skier. Jet propelled watercraft must have a legal mirror.
6. Watercraft (including jet propelled watercraft) must keep to the right and observe the 35 m.p.h. maximum speed limit. No racing type watercraft is allowed nor is any watercraft allowed to race on the lakes. Watercraft must be removed from the lake if found speeding, using unsafe boating practices, and/or violating lake regulations.
7. Water skiers and persons on personal watercraft must wear flotation devices. All watercraft must carry ample flotation devices.
8. No water skiing or jet propelled watercraft will be permitted 1/2 hour before sunrise and must stop 1/2 hour after sunset. No watercraft will be permitted on lakes without running lights after dark.
9. Sailing craft and fishing boats have the right-of-way at all times.
10. No swimming at the boat launch ramp. Swimmers using the swim area at the parks must remain within the enclosed areas. Swimmers and flotation rafts are not permitted in the boating lanes.
11. Trout lines are NOT permitted on Lake Charmaine or Lake Ivanhoe. No seining/netting is permitted on any lake. Please observe legal limits when fishing.
12. Piers are not to exceed 50 feet from shore line. (Permit required for new pier or modification of old one.)
13. There will be an Ivanhoe Boat Patrol as necessary.
14. Boat trailers and vehicles must be parked in designated areas only.
15. Swim at your own risk.
6. WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION
1. All watercraft must be registered at the Association Office. To register your watercraft, please bring owner registration form. Property ownership will be verified.
2. All watercraft must have a current Ivanhoe watercraft decal.
3. All watercraft not identified with watercraft decal must be removed from the lake.
7. MOTOR VEHICLE DECAL AND REGULATION
1. Property owners wishing to use IPOIA facilities must display a current year decal on all their vehicles including golf carts. (see state regulations pertaining to golf carts)
2. If possible, the vehicle decal will be placed on the windshield in the lower left corner above the license decal on the drivers side. Do not place decals in the tinted area of the windshield.
3. Decals will be issued to specific vehicles and are not transferable. .
4. Decals will be issued only by the IPOIA office. Only official color coded guest passes originating from the IPOIA office will be honored.
8. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
Speed limits have been set in Ivanhoe by the Texas Department of Transportation. Speed limit signs have been erected by TxDot and are enforced by radar. Reckless driving will be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. All vehicles must yield at all uncontrolled intersections and use caution to avoid accidents. All vehicles must obey all traffic control signs.
There will be NO PARKING on dams.
9. SECURITY– SAFETY
Call 911 for emergencies and fires
Call (409)283-2172 (Tyler County Sheriff’s Office)
For non-emergencies
1. Vehicles are not to enter dams when occupied by the school bus.
2. School buses are to use yellow flashing lights when on the dams.
3. Vandalism or criminal mischief may be prosecuted to the legal limits
4. Damages to or removal of street or traffic control signs may result in charges of theft.
10. PARK REGULATIONS
1. Curfew in all public areas is 11:00 p.m. All such areas must be cleared and all persons gone from these areas by this time.
2. Noises and music must be kept at a level that will not be disturbing to nearby homes.
3. Overnight camping in parks or along the roadside is strictly prohibited.
4. Swimming is allowed in designated areas with no lifeguard available, so swim at your own risk in designated areas. Do not leave young children unattended.
5. Parks are maintained for your enjoyment. Please dispose of picnic or camper trash by using a commercial carrier or taking it home with you.
6. Playground equipment is available in some of the parks. Injuries may occur while using said equipment. Use at your own risk.
7. No pets allowed in the Community Center or swimming areas. Pets are to be on a leash in parks and boat launch areas.
8. No horses will be permitted in Parks or Lake Areas.
11. COMMUNITY CENTER REGULATIONS
1. The Community Center Building is available for property owners to rent for their family functions. For information about rental and use, call the Association Office. A complete set of Community Center Rules is available at the office.
2. The Community Center Building may be rented to the property owner. You will be required to pay the clean up and key deposit fee when the Center is reserved. The rental fee is due at the time the key is picked up. The clean up and key deposit will be returned to you if the building is left clean, garbage removed and there has been no damage to the facilities. Please submit two separate checks; one for rental and one for your deposit.
3. Facilities are rented on a first come, first served basis. Please make reservations early.
4. The Community Center can be rented to the property owner only. It is for family type activities only.
5. On all occasions the property owner renting the facility must be in attendance while the building is rented or in use.
6. The Community Center may NOT be rented for any three day holiday weekend. It will be retained for use by the property owners in general on holiday weekends.
7. The Community Center is a park area; therefore, all alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
8. The responsibility of closing and locking the building after use belongs to the property owner who rented the building.
9. Vehicles and trailers are prohibited on walkways and pavilion slab. IT IS NOT A LOADING OR UNLOADING AREA.
12. DOGS
PIT BULLDOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN IVANHOE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
DOGS THAT ARE CONSIDERED “DANGEROUS DOGS” BY THE DEFINITION BELOW ARE NOT ALLOWED IN IVANHOE PARKS OR LAKE AREAS.
(SEE CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, SECTION 5.7A FOR FURTHER REGULATION INFORMATION)
Subchapter D.—Dangerous Dogs (State Law)
822.04 Definition
“Dangerous Dog” means a dog that:
• Makes an unprovoked attack on a person that causes bodily injury and occurs in a place other than an enclosure in which the dog was being kept and that was reasonably certain to prevent the dog from leaving
the enclosure on its own; or
• Commits unprovoked acts in a place other than an enclosure in which the dog is being kept and that was reasonably certain to prevent the dog from leaving the enclosure on its own and those acts cause a person to reasonably believe that the dog will attack and cause bodily injury to that person.
“Owner” means a person who owns or has custody or control of the dog.
Subchapter C.– Rabies Vaccinations
826.921 Vaccination of dogs and cats required (State Law)
A veterinarian who vaccinates a dog or cat against rabies shall issue to the animals owner a vaccination certificate in a form that
meets the minimum standards approved.
826.022 Vaccination; Criminal Penalty
A person commits an offense if the person fails or refuses to have each dog or cat owned by the person vaccinated against rabies. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. Fines under this section up to $500.00
13. RENTAL OF PRIVATE RESIDENCE
• The Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association welcomes you as a renter to the Ivanhoe Community. As a renter you are subject to all rules and regulations.
• You, as a renter or lessor of any Ivanhoe property, are entitled to purchase a decals which are available at the Association office. You are required to present proof of residency such as rental receipt or utility bill issued in your name. To purchase a decal, proof of vehicle ownership is required.
14. RESIDENTS OF IVANHOE 1, 2, 3 & 4
Parks, Lakes and Dams are private property for use by Ivanhoe property owners and invited guests only. The IPOIA Board has provided for property owners in Ivanhoe 1, 2, 3, & 4 to be able to enjoy the facilities belonging to and controlled by the IPOIA by providing proof of property ownership and payment of $6.00 per lot annually.
CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY 911
TYLER COUNTY SHERIFF (409)283-2172
MONARCH UTILITY (Water) (800)909-7984
SAM HOUSTON ELECTRIC (409)283-8251
or (800)458-0381
IVANHOE PROPERTY OWNERS
ASSOCIATION OFFICE (409)283-3653
TIMBERLAKES DEVELOPMENT
SALES OFFICE 409)283-3110
IVANHOE VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENT (409)283-5411
or (409)283-5611
TYLER COUNTY HOSPITAL (409)283-8141
TYLER COUNTY TAX OFFICE (409)283-2734
WOODVILLE POST OFFICE (409)283-2191
HILLISTER POST OFFICE (409)283-5793
TYLER COUNTY EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT OFFICE (409)331-0874
IPOIA Office Hours:
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
9 AM to 1 PM.
THE IPOIA WANTS IT TO BE KNOWN THAT THE FOLLOWING MISCONDUCT ON ASSOCIATION PROPERTY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND WILL BE SEVERELY DEALT WITH:
1. INTOXICATION AND ALCOHOL USAGE
2. DRUG AND NARCOTIC POSSESSION & USAGE
3. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF-DEFACING AND DESTROYING PROPERTY
4. FIGHTING
5. PROFANE LANGUAGE
6. THEFT OF ASSOCIATION PROPERTY OR PROPERTY OF OTHERS
7. LEWED CONDUCT OR NUDITY ON OR AROUND THE PUBLIC AREAS
8. SWIMMING IN BOATING LANES IS PROHIBITED. SWIMMERS MUST STAY IN DESIGNATED AREAS
9. GLASS CONTAINERS ARE PROHIBITED
Ivanhoe Parks and Lakes are property of the Ivanhoe Property Owners Improvement Association and are for the use and enjoyment of members in good standing of said IPOIA and their authorized guests. All others will be denied entry or asked to vacate IPOIA property.
Failure by a member in good standing to comply with the rules of conduct while on IPOIA property will result in said member being asked to vacate the property immediately. Any further misconduct by said member will result in extended suspension of privileges.
Failure by a family member of a member in good standing or guest of a member in good standing to comply with the rules of conduct while on IPOIA property will result in said family member or guest being asked to vacate the property immediately and guest passes, if any, will be confiscated and the member responsible for the family member or guest will notified.
Any further misconduct by said family member of a member in good standing or guest of a member in good standing will result in extended suspension of privileges of the party or parties involved.
Friday, September 17, 2010
New Owner Comments
Cathy,
I found your IPOIA blog online and found it very interesting. I recently purchased a home on Sherwood Forest Drive North which will eventually be a retirement home.
I couldn't agree more about the need to increase revenues to improve Ivanhoe. This area has a incredible potential, but the lack of maintenance and some very poorly kept properties are clearly holding things back.
Where else can one purchase a waterfront home for under 200K and in many cases under 150K?
I've served as President of homeowner associations in Houston and know the battle you are facing. If there is anything I can do to support your efforts, let me know.
In the interim, please forward any documents or links about the area, policies, etc. I would like to learn more about this area that is becoming more and more home to me each week.
I do have one specific question about how to access the boat landing at Lake Galahad, let me know who to speak to about this.
Thanks in advance,
Jim
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