About
We have moved!
The Stone Oak POA office is now located at 19230 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 315 (located in the Falcon Bank building)  In-person assistance is by appointment only.  Please call 210-858-8508 for assistance.
 
 
 
 
 
Any completed form can be dropped at, or mailed to, our office at 19230 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 315, San Antonio, TX  78258. It may also be emailed to jgutierrez@stoneoakpoa.com or mlorente@stoneoakpoa.com. Please do not include the completed form with your assessment payment as payments are mailed directly to our bank lockbox, and not the Management Company office.
 
 
 
Stone Oak POA Boundaries
 
Below is an aerial map with Stone Oak POA boundaries in yellow.  
For a PDF of our Land Use Plan Map, please click this link:  Stone Oak POA Land Use Plan.pdf
 
For a PDF of a map showing the different neighborhoods within the Stone Oak POA boundaries, please click HERE.
 
If you need to confirm a property is within POA boundaries,
please call our office at 210-858-8508.
 
 
History of Stone Oak
 
Stone Oak is comprised of land that was once several ranches and is the product of the vision of a handful of developers. This small group, led by Dan Parnam, saw in the eighties the potential for a planned community. They took a risk, and developed a community of multiple land uses, utilizing the electric tower easements to develop a golf course. This was a creative but not original idea.....to use a golf course and country club to attract builders for subdivisions around/adjacent to the golf course. They designed the community with multiple land uses to allow for community development ultimately to service the onsite bedroom community. The first master plan of Stone Oak was filed in Bexar County in 1985, and the story began then. The first subdivisions were a handful designed with frontage around the golf course, which are now subdivisions of Sonterra: The Gardens, The Greensview, The Midlands, The Fairways and The Woods. 
 
The roads were laid out, utility lines installed, trunk lines for electrical service ......all the mechanics of building began. Then there was a pause caused by the Savings and Loan Crisis. Stone Oak was not immune, nor was its developers, and much of the land went into receivership of the RTC, the Resolution Trust Corporation of the US Government. So development pretty much stopped from 1989-1992, then slowly started again. During this time there was a change in the composition of the developers of Stone Oak. A new investment group took over. Some of the investors were from out of state.  Richland Properties was the big player that bought the property out of RTC.  They sold lots of property/lots including selling property to the First City group out of which a gentleman named Rick Sheldon, had an interest.  Mr. Sheldon bought out the First City group from Waco and stepped into the position of developer. 
 
Mr. Sheldon continued the vision of Dan Parnam's group. He had the good fortune to find and hire Buz Buckley who became the Project Manager of Stone Oak until 2008. Development continued under the guidance of this group that always worked to maintain the integrity of the community and enforcement of the master plan. Many thought of Buz as the unofficial "Mayor of Stone Oak".
 
On Jan. 23, 2008, SOPOA was turned over to the citizens and the first Board of Directors was appointed by the developer, whose vehicle was referred to in the documents as the Project Planning Committee( PPC). Buz Buckley served as Chairman the first year but at the end of 2008, Mr. Buckly retired. Stone Oak POA as well as Sonterra POA had been managed for years by Hill Country Mgmt. Services, owned and controlled by Rick Sheldon. At the end of 2008 HCMS dissolved, with Stone Oak and Sonterra agreeing to self-manage together, since they had both been managed by HCMS, beginning 1/1/2009. New office space was found in the same building and a move into the new office space occurred 9/09. 
 
Stone Oak and Sonterra share the same office space on Huebner Road but in January of 2013 they dissolved their partnership and now operate as two totally separate entities.
 
MISSION
 
The Mission of the Management Company of Stone Oak is to provide services necessary to enforce the second restated master plan, which is charged with the maintenance and betterment of the community as a whole.
 
 
Your Stone Oak POA
 
If you own property within Stone Oak boundaries- residential or commercial – you pay assessments to the Stone Oak POA.  This also means as a Stone Oak property owner, you are expected to abide by the Stone Oak Master Plan guidelines, and adhere to Stone Oak POA restrictions and policies.  You can find a copy of all Stone Oak governing documents- including By-Laws and policies – under the “Governing Documents” tab of our website. 
 
As a Stone Oak Commercial Property Owner, which includes free-standing businesses, strip centers, and apartment complexes, your assessments are calculated based on points and square footage in accordance with the Stone Oak By-Laws.  Commercial property assessments are due quarterly (January, April, July, and October.) 
 
The Stone Oak By-Laws state assessments for each Stone Oak Residential Lot is calculated at 1 point.  Stone Oak Residential Property Owners pay only $116.00 annually, billed in January of each year. 
 
More detail regarding how assessments are calculated can be found under our “Governing Documents” tab on our website, specifically on page 23 of the “Stone Oak Second Amended Bylaws,” Article XV, Member’s Obligations.
 
Each residential community within Stone Oak boundaries has its own Homeowners Association (HOA.)  Your HOA takes care of everything within your neighborhood, and the Stone Oak POA takes care of the common areas outside the neighborhood, within the Stone Oak Master Plan established boundaries.
 
The Stone Oak POA utilizes assessments for the following:
-To ensure architectural guidelines set forth by the Stone Oak Master Plan are upheld
-Maintenance and upkeep of the 11 miles of landscaped medians within Stone Oak boundaries
-Annual projects to beautify the common areas, and keep landscaping to standard
-Projects that assist in conservation efforts, such as the transition from spray irrigation to drip
-Implement and manage other projects or events that benefit Stone Oak Property Owners
 
The Stone Oak POA is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of five residential representatives, five commercial representatives, and a Board-elected Chairman.  Each Director is an individual or entity that is a member of the Stone Oak Property Owners Association, and therefore a Stone Oak property owner.  Once elected at the Association Annual Meeting of Members, they serve a two-year term, and may be placed on the ballot at the end of the term for re-election if desired.  (When originally formed, terms were purposely staggered so not all seats would be open for election at the same time.)  Directors are volunteers, are not compensated for their time, and act in accordance with the Governing Documents of the Association.  Many are also involved with POA Committees, such as the Neighborhood Representatives Committee, Finance Committee, etc.  Directors are required to adhere to all directives as outlined in the Stone Oak By-Laws and Policies.
 
We hope this helps you better understand how your POA works for you!  
 
 
 
On Saturday, February 6th, at the San Antonio Community Associations Institute Gala, the Stone Oak Property Owners Association won Mega Community of the Year for 2015! 
 
Recognition was based on the coordination and planning of water conservation efforts, as well as landscape redesign, while still maintaining the aesthetics of the community, thus setting an example for all property owners.  It also included recognition of the POA community outreach projects that assist in conservation and education, such as the Donation & Dumping Events, Shredding Events, Rain Barrel Workshops, and Arbor Day Events.
 
This would not have been possible without the continuous hard work of our staff
and many volunteers, especially our Board of Directors. 
 
Thank you to all who work hard to make our community a great place to live!
 
 

 
Make sure the POA has your most up to date contact information!  This ensures your invoices and POA correspondence get to you in a timely manner.  It also helps us confirm your identity over the phone if you call with account questions.  
 
It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure the correct contact and mailing information, is on file at the Management Office.  Always call 210-858-8508 with any questions.
 
Please make us aware of any changes in mailing address, contact names, phone numbers, or emails.  All changes to account information must be received in writing.  All information is kept private.  Complete this form and return it to us as soon as possible:  SOPOA - Account Information Change Form.pdf  It can be scanned to accounting@stoneoakpoa.com.
 
 
Would you like to go paperless?  If you would like to receive your future Stone Oak POA assessment bill, and other accounting correspondence, via email, please complete this form, and return to our office, or via accounting@stoneoakpoa.com:  SOPOA - Paperless Billing Form.pdf
 
 
If you are registered on our website, please know the above forms do NOT update any website registration information.  To update that information, you must log into the website.
 
Please note:  Do NOT include any completed forms with your assessment payment.  Completed forms should be dropped at, or mailed to, our office address:  19230 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 315, San Antonio, TX  78258.  Completed forms can also be scanned to accounting@stoneoakpoa.com.
 
 
 
 
Residential assessments in the amount of $116 are due ANNUALLY
Commercial property assessments are calculated in accordance with the Stone Oak Master Plan guidelines, and are due QUARTERLY (4 times per year) - January, April, July, October
 
Payment must be received in our office by the due date on the assessment bill.  
Late fees are added to accounts with an open balance the following day.
 
If you ever have a question regarding your account balance and when it is due,
please call our office at 210-858-8508, or you may email the Accounting Department at accounting@stoneoakpoa.com.  
 
 
Your Stone Oak POA
 
If you own property within Stone Oak boundaries- residential or commercial – you pay assessments to the Stone Oak POA.  This also means as a Stone Oak property owner, you are expected to abide by the Stone Oak Master Plan guidelines, and adhere to Stone Oak POA restrictions and policies.  You can find a copy of all Stone Oak governing documents- including By-Laws and policies – under the “Governing Documents” tab of our website. 
 
As a Stone Oak Commercial Property Owner, which includes free-standing businesses, strip centers, and apartment complexes, your assessments are calculated based on points and square footage in accordance with the Stone Oak By-Laws.  Commercial property assessments are due quarterly (January, April, July, and October.) 
 
The Stone Oak By-Laws state assessments for each Stone Oak Residential Lot is calculated at 1 point.  Stone Oak Residential Property Owners are assessed $116 annually in January.  
 
More detail regarding how assessments are calculated can be found under our “Governing Documents” tab on our website, specifically on page 23 of the “Stone Oak Second Amended Bylaws,” Article XV, Member’s Obligations.
 
Each residential community within Stone Oak boundaries has its own Homeowners Association (HOA.)  Your HOA takes care of everything within your neighborhood, and the Stone Oak POA takes care of the common areas outside the neighborhood, within the Stone Oak Master Plan established boundaries.
 
The Stone Oak POA utilizes assessments for the following:
-To ensure architectural guidelines set forth by the Stone Oak Master Plan are upheld
-Maintenance and upkeep of the 11 miles of landscaped medians within Stone Oak boundaries
-Annual projects to beautify the common areas, and keep landscaping to standard
-Projects that assist in conservation efforts, such as the transition from spray irrigation to drip
-Implement and manage other projects or events that benefit Stone Oak Property Owners
 
The Stone Oak POA is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of five residential representatives, five commercial representatives, and a Board-elected Chairman.  Each Director is an individual or entity that is a member of the Stone Oak Property Owners Association, and therefore a Stone Oak property owner.  Once elected at the Association Annual Meeting of Members, they serve a two-year term, and may be placed on the ballot at the end of the term for re-election if desired.  (When originally formed, terms were purposely staggered so not all seats would be open for election at the same time.)  Directors are volunteers, are not compensated for their time, and act in accordance with the Governing Documents of the Association.  Many are also involved with POA Committees, such as the Architectural Review Committee, Neighborhood Representatives Committee, Finance Committee, etc.  Directors are required to adhere to all directives as outlined in the Stone Oak By-Laws and Policies.
 
We hope this helps you better understand how your POA works for you!  
 
 

 
 
The Club at Sonterra
Membership is not limited to Sonterra residents - contact Julie Golla, Director of Membership, for more information!
Julie Golla-CMP
Director of Membership
Club at Sonterra
jgolla@clubatsonterra.com
901 Sonterra Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78258
210-483-4292
 
http://www.clubatsonterra.com
https://www.facebook.com/ClubAtSonterra/
 
 
12-7-16  City of San Antonio Mobile Service Requests Made Easy!
The 311 app helps residents improve City neighborhoods. You can report non-emergency related issues like potholes, graffiti, animal cruelty, and more.  http://www.sanantonio.gov/Commpa/MobileApp
 
 
6-13-16 New VIA VIVA Service
 
VIAinfo.net/VIVA
 
 
 
 
 
Make sure the POA has your most up to date contact information!  Please make us aware of any changes in mailing address, contact names, phone numbers, or emails.  All information is kept private.  Complete this form and return it to us as soon as possible:  Stone Oak Account Information Change Form.pdf   Please note:  Do NOT include the completed form with your assessment payment.  Completed forms should be dropped at, or mailed to, our office address:  19230 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 315, San Antonio, TX  78258.  Completed forms can also be scanned to mlorente@stoneoakpoa.com or accounting@stoneoakpoa.com.
 
 
The link below will provide you with information pertaining to garbage pick-up in the Stone Oak gated communities.  
 
Gated Community Stone Oak POA Garbage and Recycling Information 11-6-15.pdf
 
 
 
The City of San Antonio provides service for the non-gated communities.
 
City Trash Info On New 2015 Program for Ungated Communities 9-10-15.pdf
 
City Trash 2015 Info for Ungated Communities 9-10-15 SWMD Budget Presentation.pdf
 
 
 
If you are a new property owner in Stone Oak, please see the following:
 
SOPOA Email Registration Form for Notification of Meetings.pdf
 
Stone Oak POA New Owner Registration Form.pdf
 
 

 
The Stone Oak area is lucky to have two SAPD SAFFE officers.  They welcome your questions, and schedule permitting will try to attend your HOA meetings upon your request.  
 
Please also remember Stone Oak has a very active Neighborhood Representative Committee that is utilized to spread word throughout Stone Oak.  Please check our Neighborhoods of Stone Oak page to see if someone is representing your neighborhood on this committee- if not, please consider being the representative.  The meetings are the second Wednesday of each month (with the exception of December and January) at 7:00PM in the Director's Room at the Club at Sonterra, and are kept to one hour.  Speakers in the past have included SAPD, SAWS, SAFD, CPS, City of San Antonio, and others.  Important information is given to the reps to take back to their neighborhoods, and spread among their neighbors.  This committee has become a valuable source to all these entities to ensure emergency information is spread quickly- such as water main breaks, or street construction issues.  Call our office at 210-858-8508 if you have any questions regarding the Committee.
 
 
 Stone Oak SAPD SAFFE Officers:
      
 
       East of Hardy Oak/Stone Oak Parkway:
Officer Dennis Talbott
Dennis.Talbott@SanAntonio.gov
210-207-5196
 
 
West of Hardy Oak/Stone Oak Pkwy:
Officer Gerald Rodriguez
Gerald.Rodriguez2@SanAntonio.gov
210-207-5198
 
SAPD North Sub Station 210-207-8126
      
 
 
2022 Citizens On Patrol classes are underway!  Visit https://www.sanantonio.gov/SAPD/Cellular-On-Patrol for dates and more information!
 
SAPD Push Notifications
You can receive texts regarding any safety issues in your area by texting "SAPD" to 39987.  You will then receive a text asking for your zip code.  Contact the above SAFFE Officers with any questions!
 
 
 
 
 
posted 3-20-18
 
Suspicious Package Safety
In light of what has been happening to our friends in Austin, if you see a suspicious package or receive a package you did not purchase. Do not touch it or open it, immediately call 9-1-1. If you observe a suspicious package with noise, powder, liquids or suspicious wiring call 9-1-1. If you see something, say something. Let's keep everyone safe. 
 USPS Suspicious Package Safety.pdf
 
 
 
 
 
(Updated 3-1-17)
Help Ensure Stronger Mail Theft Laws in Texas
 
Were you one of the many Stone Oak residents affected by the recent increase in mail thefts?  Please see the below message from US Postal Inspector Robert Strande.  It is important to note, according to his office, and the SAPD, due to current legislation only allowing minimal punishment, this crime is increasing in occurrence, and will continue to do so until stronger laws are established.  Please help now!
 
Information from US Postal Inspector Robert Strande:
 
Texas State Representative Ina Minjarez, District 124, has authored Texas House Bill (HB) 1747, creating a Texas mail theft statute.  Your residents can support her bill by contacting their TX State District Representative and/or Texas State Senator to encourage support of Texas HB 1747.
 
http://www.house.state.tx.us/members/member-page/?district=124
 
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=85R&Bill=HB1747
 
 
 
 
(Updated 2-9-17)  Postal Inspector Rob Strande attended the February Neighborhood Representative Committee meeting 2/8/17.  You can read his letter regarding Stone Oak mail security by clicking here.  We also have a photo of the letter below.  Our SAPD SAFFE Officer Jerry Hernandez was also in attendance, and explained this crime is only increasing, and residents need to be aware it is not a matter of "if" it happens to you, but when.  He strongly suggests enrolling in a credit monitoring service, and checking your mail DAILY.  Due to minimal punishments available for offenders, Inspector Strande is working on trying to have Texas legislation passed that will entail longer jail terms and more detailed punishments.  He urges you to contact your legislators and vocalize your experiences, and desire for this issue to be addressed immediately with tougher laws.  
 
District 9 Office
Joe Krier
16500 San Pedro, Suite 290
San Antonio, TX 78232
Phone:  (210) 207-0955
 
Texas State Senator
Texas State Senate District 25--Senator Donna Campbell
Capitol Office: CAP 3E.8
Capitol Phone: (512) 463-0125
Capitol Address: P.O. Box 12068, Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
District Address: 13750 San Pedro, Suite 250, Commercial Bank Plaza Bldg
San Antonio TX 78232
Phone: (210) 979-0013
State District Offices 
 
Texas State Representative
Texas State House District 122--Representative Lyle Larson
Capitol Office: EXT E2.406
Capitol Phone: (512) 463-0646
Capitol Address: P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768
District Address: 2 Mecca Dr.
San Antonio TX 78232
Phone: (210) 402-5402 
 
 
 
 
1-26-17   Mail Theft
At the 2017 Stone Oak Annual Meeting of Members Officer Dennis Quinn answered questions regarding the multiple mailbox break-in occurrences in the Stone Oak area.  He implored residents to check their mail daily, possibly set up a credit-monitoring service, and utilize online statements and banking as much as possible to lessen the threat of identity theft.
 
It was also noted to all in attendance, all cluster mailboxes are owned by, and are the responsibility of, the United States Postal Service.  They are not the responsibility of, nor can they be repaired, maintained, or secured by the HOAs or the POA.  
 
If you find your mail has been stolen, please contact SAPD, and file a report immediately with the United States Postal Inspection Service (link:  https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov)  
 
We will post any updates we receive on this page
 
 
 
 
11-8-16
Turning back the clocks means time for a new smoke detector battery.  The American Red Cross offers free smoke alarm installation for homes without smoke detectors or homes that have defective smoke detectors.  Call the American Red Cross with any questions at 210-224-5151.
 
 
Regarding the Arrow Hill/Stone Oak Pkwy Stoplight - previously posted on front page of website
(Updated 10/27/16)  By now you have most likely seen the construction underway on the new stoplight at the intersection of Stone Oak Parkway and Arrow Hill.  This light will replace the current 4-way stop signs- something that has been requested by many Stone Oak residents for a long time. 
 
As has been mentioned in previous newsletter articles, posted on our website, and discussed at Neighborhood Representatives meetings, your Stone Oak POA Board of Directors took considerable time researching this project, evaluating its potential, and working with the City of San Antonio to make it a reality.  After many meetings with representatives from the District 9 Council Office and the City of San Antonio Traffic and Capital Improvements (TCI) department, it became apparent if this project was going to happen for the property owners of Stone Oak, the POA was going to have to contribute funds.  The result was a joint agreement with the City that included the City paying for all needed traffic studies, overseeing project management, having responsibility for the design of the light, and for all future maintenance, while the POA provided the funding for the construction phase.  If the project costs are less than expected, the difference will be refunded to the POA upon completion.
 
The Board was very conscious of the expenditure, and took considerable time considering finances to ensure the funding would not result in any raising of assessments.  In regard to the legality of this funding,  the Stone Oak POA By-Laws state in part, “…powers of the Association section (page 6):  (I) to cooperate and assist with governmental or quasi-governmental agencies or entities for maintenance, improvement, or operation of properties in Stone Oak owned by the agency or entity for the benefit of the Members; and (J)  o enter into project partnerships with governmental or quasi-governmental entities, agencies or other associations for the benefit of the Membership or the Common Areas, which may include, without limiting the foregoing, improving, maintaining or repairing publicly owned property…” 
 
As a result of strategic savings and close financial supervision over the years, the POA was able to provide the funding to improve the traffic flow at the Stone Oak Parkway and Arrow Hill intersection.  The project should be complete by the beginning of 2017, and TCI will then observe traffic patterns, and adjust all Stone Oak Parkway stoplights as needed. 
 
As always, we encourage you to continue watching our website for any updates, and register your email with us to ensure you receive our e-blasts.  Be assured we only send a few a year, do not share your email with any other entities.  You can opt-out of receiving them at any time.  We also encourage you to get involved in your community, including your HOA, to ensure you always have the most up-to-date information about what is happening in Stone Oak. 
 
Thank you for being part of Stone Oak!  As we have always stated, we welcome your written comments through our "Contact Us" page, or in writing to our office at 19210 Huebner Road, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX  78258. Please continue to check our website for further updates. 
 
10-27-15
 
There have been reports of recent venomous snake sightings within Stone Oak neighborhoods.  Due to the recent weather, we are expected to have more sightings than usual this year.  Please take time to read the following, educate your family, and stay safe!  Venomous Texas Snakes Information 10-27-15.pdf
 
6-30-15
Summer is here, and along with the heat, we typically see a rise in overnight vehicle burglaries.  Unfortunately, this summer is already proving to be no exception.  
 
One commonality in many of the burglaries that we are seeing, is our victims are leaving valuable property in the front seat of an unlocked car.  While this does not make anyone any less of a victim, your odds of being victimized multiply with this behavior. 
 
A few tips to lessen your chance of being a victim:
 
     *  DON’T LEAVE VALUABLES IN PLAIN SIGHT, AND/OR IN UNLOCKED VEHICLES!!!!!!
     *  Be vigilant.  If you see something or someone that appears out of place, your instincts could                be correct.  Call police (non-emergency or 911 as needed) and be a good witness.
     *  Talk with your neighbors.  They see things that you may have missed, and vice versa.  One                  person may not have all of the information needed to address this issue, but sharing                              information among yourselves could prevent future victimization or could even assist                            police in apprehending actors.
 
 
For specific information regarding your neighborhood, contact your SAFFE officer.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Nov 11, 2014) New Hands Free Driving Ordinance:
Chief McManus has sent out the following information: 
 
Dear Home Owners’ Association Leaders,
 
As you may know, San Antonio City Council has passed a "Hands Free" driving ordinance.  This means, starting January 1, 2015, it will be illegal to drive while using any hand held mobile device to talk or text. 
 
We plan to spend the next several weeks getting information out to the public via social and mainstream media.  Please help us spread the word through your communities so our fellow residents are aware of this and start getting into the habit of putting down those cell phones when you get behind the wheel.  KEEP 'EM ON THE WHEEL, SAN ANTONIO!
 
Thank you for all you do to help make your neighborhoods and the greater San Antonio area a safe place to live, work, and play.
 
It is important to note this also implies when you are stopped at a stoplight or stop sign!
 
 
Wildlife Concerns:
Our office has been contacted by Jessica Alderson of Texas Parks and Wildlife regarding recent photos making the rounds on Facebook and other social media sites.  NONE of these photos were taken in the Stone Oak area, or surrounding vicinity.  
 
If you come across a photo claiming to be from the Stone Oak area, she asks you please contact her office at 210-688-6444 or email it to her at Jessica.alderson@tpwd.state.tx.us
 
Again, NONE of these photos are from the Stone Oak, or surrounding areas.  Please ensure this message is passed to your friends and neighbors.
 
Park Police have asked if you sight a mountain lion, please call Texas Parks and Wildlife at 210-688-6444.  They prefer to speak directly to the person who sees the animal.
 
 
 


Stone Oak has a very active Neighborhood Representative Committee that is utilized to spread word throughout Stone Oak. Please check below to see if someone is representing your neighborhood on this committee- if not, please consider being the representative.  
 
The meetings are the second Wednesday of each month (except December and January) at 7:00PM via Zoom, or at the Club at Sonterra, and are kept to one hour.  Speakers in the past have included SAPD, SAWS, SAFD, CPS, City of San Antonio, and others.  Important information is given to the reps to take back to their neighborhoods, and spread among their neighbors.  This committee has become a valuable source to all these entities to ensure emergency information is spread quickly- such as water main breaks, or street construction issues.  In addition, they are instrumental in bringing community project suggestions to the POA Board of Directors.  Call our office at 210-858-8508 if you have any questions regarding the Committee.
 
If you are not sure if your representative is attending the meetings, or you are not receiving any information from them, consider contacting them to see if perhaps they need your information, or need an alternate representative. (Some communities alternate attendance at the meetings between two representatives.)
 
 
For a PDF of a map showing the neighborhoods within Stone Oak POA boundaries, please click HERE.
 
The POA tries to maintain the most up-to-date information regarding Management Companies and Property Managers for each HOA, however, sometimes these change without our knowledge.  If you see incorrect information below regarding your HOA management company, please contact our office at 210-858-8508 so we can update our records.  Thank you for your help!
 
 
NEIGHBORHOODS OF STONE OAK
 
ARROWHEAD
Michael Bedwell, Neighborhood Representative, mike.bedwell@arrowheadstoneoak.com 
Property Management, 210-858-8508
19210 Huebner Road, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
BIG SPRINGS HOA
Vicki Melton, Neighborhood Representative, vikimelton@sbcglobal.net
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT 866-902-9730
Janet Mooneyhan, Property Manager, 210-494-0659
17319 San Pedro, Suite 318
San Antonio, TX 78258
***Village on the Glen, Village at Cactus Bluff, Village in the Hills – Pool, Recreation Center, Tennis Courts, Basketball, Walking Trails & Playground.
 
 
CANYON RIM / HIDDEN MESA
Lisa Kuehl, Neighborhood Representative, 210-629-6878
HOA: Alamo Management Group
Mona Schneider, Property Manager, 210-485-4088
2611 N Loop 1604 W #100
San Antonio, TX 78258
***Pool,  Recreation Center, Sports Court, & Playground
 
 
CHAMPION SPRINGS
Mary Cardenas, Neighborhood Representative, 210-260-8686
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
Property Manager, 210-494-0659
17319 San Pedro, Suite 318
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
CHAMPIONS RIDGE
Joe Silman, Neighborhood Representative, jsilman@satx.rr.com
HOA: Diamond Association Management and Consulting
Cathy Williams, Ken Piland, 210-561-0606
14603 Huebner Rd. Bldg. 40
San Antonio, TX 78230
 
 
CHAMPIONS VILLAGE HOA
Liz Sandoval, Neighborhood Representative, liz.angelica.sandoval@gmail.com 
HOA: PMI Bluebonnet
Frankie Natividad, Property Manager, 830-375-5091
20540 TX-46
Spring Branch, TX  78070
 
CANYONS At STONE OAK
Daryl Johnson, Neighborhood Representative, 210-481-3161
HOA: ASSOCIA HILL COUNTRY 
Ana Rodriguez, Property Manager, 210-545-1888
300 E Sonterra, Suite 250
San Antonio, TX 78258
*** Pool, Pavilion***
 
 
CANYON VIEW
Larry Schou, Neighborhood Representative, 605-202-1657
HOA: ASSOCIA HILL COUNTRY 210-545-1888
Victoria Irwin, Property Manager, 210-570-3430
300 E Sonterra, Suite 250
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
CRESCENT OAKS HOA
HOA IS SELF-MANAGED
ourcrescentoakshoa@gmail.com
 
CRESCENT RIDGE HOA
Kristin Carey, Neighborhood Representative, kjcarey3@att.net
HOA: REPM Association Management 
Brad Smilgin, 210-775-8234
11230 West Ave., Ste. 2201
San Antonio, TX 78213
 
CRESCENT SONTERRA HOA 
(The Oaks at Sonterra-John Orsak, President) 210-404-9023
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT 210-494-0659
(Pool Only)
7613 Tezel Road
San Antonio, TX 78250
 
ESTATES AT ARROWHEAD HOA
Penny Raisor, Neighborhood Representative, pennyraisor@icloud.com
HOA: Professional Management Assist
Veronica Morales   contact@pmapros.com
P.O. Box 5069
San Antonio, TX 78201
 
 
ESTATES OF CHAMPIONS RUN
Jill Williamson, Neighborhood Representative, 210-269-2363
HOA: DIAMOND ASSOCIATION 210-561-060614603 Huebner Rd. Bldg. 40
San Antonio, TX 78230
 
 
HEIGHTS AT LAS LOMAS
Neighborhood Representative Needed!
HOA: ASSOCIA HILL COUNTRY
Traci Garcia, Property Manager, 210-471-2408
traci.garcia@associa.us
300 E. Sonterra Blvd. Ste. 350
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
HIDDEN CANYON AT STONE OAK POA
Neighborhood Representative Needed!
HOA: ASSOCIA HILL COUNTRY 210-545-1888
Melissa Crow, Property Manager, 210-471-2405
Melissa.Crow@associa.us
300 E. Sonterra Blvd. Ste, 350
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
HILLS OF SONTERRA HOA
Sharon Meyer, Neighborhood Representative, 512-576-2980
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION  MANAGEMENT 210-494-0659
17319 San Pedro Ave. Suite 318
San Antonio, TX 78232
***Recreation Center/Pool
 
 
KNIGHTS CROSS HOA
Richard Sexton, Neighborhood Representative, knightscrosshoa@yahoo.com
HOA IS SELF-MANAGED
knightscrosshoa@yahoo.com
 
 
LAS LOMAS HOA
Lisa Tkatchuk, Neighborhood Representative, 210-213-3339
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
Clifford Parry, Property Manager, 210-494-065917319 San Pedro, #318
San Antonio, TX 
***Recreation Center
 
 
MESA GRANDE / ECHO CANYON HOA
Mesa Grande, Bert Denson, Neighborhood Representative, hadenson@att.net 
Echo Canyon, Darlene Minea, Neighborhood Representative, kracavi01@gmail.com
HOA: LIFETIME HOA MGMT
Property Manager, Carmen Higgins, 210-504-8484
18587 Sigma, Suite 220
San Antonio, TX 78258
***Pool, Recreation Center, Basketball & Playground.
 
 
MESA VERDE HOA
Chris Visagie, Neighborhood Representative, chrisvisagie@gmail.com
HOA: Aquity Management Group
Property Manager, Mary Baker, 830-719-4264
1308 E. Common St. Ste. 205
 
 
MESA VISTA HOA
Lisa Tesitor, Neighborhood Representative, lisatesitor@gmail.com
HOA: Associa Hill Country
Jessica Perez, Property Manager, 210-471-2419
300 E. Sonterra Blvd. Ste. 350
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
MT. ARROWHEAD HOA
Richard Anderson, Neighborhood Representative, 210-391-8796
HOA: Diamond Association
Lisa Spalding, Property Manager, 210-561-0606
300 E. Sonterra Blvd. Ste. 250
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
SADDLE MOUNTAIN HOA
Neighborhood Representative Needed!
HOA: REAL MANAGE
Amy Aguilar, Property Manager, 866-473-2573
613 NW Loop 410, Suite 510
San Antonio, TX 78216
 
 
S.O.C.O.M.A. HOA
Al Crouch, Neighborhood Representative, 210-497-8703
Arien Adams, Neighborhood Representative, 2orangeflowers@gmail.com
HOA: DIAMOND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 210-561-0606
Crystal Hall, Property Manager, crystal@damctx.com 
14603 Huebner Road, #40
San Antonio, TX 78230
*** Hills of Stone Oak, Stone Canyon, The Glen, - Recreation Center, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court, Basketball Court
     
SONTERRA
Sharon Meyer, Neighborhood Representative, SharonMeyer8711@gmail.com
POA: SONTERRA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY 210-490-9481
John Orsak, President
Matt Holbrook, Property Manager, mholbrook@mgmtco.com
19210 Huebner Road, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
SONTERRA VILLAS HOA
Neighborhood Representative Needed!
HOA: ASSET PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Doug Panther, Property Manager, 210-342-1181
8318 Jones-Maltsberger #121
San Antonio, TX 78216
 
STONE MOUNTAIN
Art Downey, Neighborhood Representative, 210-497-8873
HOA: Associa Hill Country, 210-471-2416
300 E Sonterra Blvd, Ste. 350
San Antonio, TX 78258
***Pool, Recreation Center, Tennis Courts, Basketball Court & Playground.
 
 
STONE OAK POA
Viki Melton, Neighborhood Representative, 210-416-4774
THE MANAGEMENT CO. AT STONE, LLC.
Joe Silman, President
Property Manager, Meg Lorente, 210- 858-8508
19210 Huebner Road, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78258
 
 
SUMMIT HOA
Thomas Trbovich, Neighborhood Representative, 210-844-7148
HOA: CIA Services, 210-490-0000
L.C. (Tina) Jameson, Property Manager
4204 Gardendale, Suite 305
San Antonio, TX 78229
 
THE OAKS AT SONTERRA HOA
MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS OF TEXAS 210-494-0659
7613 Tezel Road
San Antonio, TX 78250
Pool Only
 
 
THE RIDGE AT STONE OAK
Michelle Collie, Neighborhood Representative, mmoodycollie@gmail.com
HOA: Birdie Properties 210-524-9400/210-963-6908
P.O. Box 96
Converse, TX 78109
 
 
THE SEVENTH OF SONTERRA
Debbie Bertram, Neighborhood Representative, 210-257-0251
HOA: Trio Homeowners Association Management
Jessica Ramirez, Property Manager, 888-874-1978
17806 IH 10 W, Suite 300
San Antonio, TX 78257
 
THE SPRINGS AT STONE OAK HOA
Connie DeMeo, Neighborhood Representative, ckdemeo@gmail.com 
HOA: HILL COUNTRY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
Jennifer Valdez, 800-998-6721
11844 Bandera Rd. #466
San Antonio, TX 78023
***Park and Playground
 
 
VILLAGES AT STONE OAK
Neighborhood Representative Needed!
HOA: SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
 Stephanie Valle, Property Manager, 210-494-0659, svalle@spectrumam.com
17319 San Pedro, #318
San Antonio, TX 
 
 
VILLAS AT SONTERRA
No Assigned Neighborhood Representative
HOA: CAPSTONE REAL ESTATE SERVICES 210-495-6500
15600 San Pedro, Ste. 204
San Antonio, TX 78232
 
 

The Aesthetics Committee is working hard to bring you some exciting news about rain-harvesting and other water conservation measures! Please continue to check this page!
 
5-8-18
 
Have you ever wondered how a rain barrel could help your garden, and your wallet?  
 
Click HERE to watch an informative video about rain barrels.  You can also contact Trinity Glen Rose at 210-698-1155, or mail@trinityglenrose.com, to ask questions, or find out how you can locate a workshop near you.  Visit them online at www.trinityglenrose.com.
 
 
 
7-6-17
 
 
 
 
 
5-1-17
SAWS REBATES & COUPONS
 
SAWS Irrigation Rebates and Coupons 2017 Info.pdf
 
 
 
 
3-2-17
Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District (TGR) and Milberger's
Create Partnership for Aquifer Protection
 
 
(left to right)
George Wissmann, TGR General Manager
Charles Martelli, Milberger's Owner
Calvin Finch, Horticulturist
 
Charles Martelli’s landscape haven, known as Milberger’s Landscape and Nursery, is 25 acres of beautiful plants, shrubs, trees and anything else you can think of that will brighten your own home’s landscape. But, a colorful yard is only part of the Martelli mission. He is very much interested in helping people save water and protect local aquifers. That is why it makes so much sense that the Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District (TGR) partner with Milberger’s in creating awareness about the Trinity Aquifer and the work of the Trinity District.
 
“When we started thinking about creating a program to partner with local businesses to reach out to people in the Trinity District, Milberger’s was at the top of our list,” noted TGR General Manager George Wissmann. “Landscapes help provide a great quality of life in the District’s neighborhoods, but they also use a lot of water. And, if they’re not fertilized properly, pollutants can run off into the Trinity Aquifer. So, part of our job at the TGR is to tell that story and get people throughout the District to work with us on conserving, protecting and preserving the Trinity Aquifer.”
 
Starting March 1, Milberger’s will be offering a $25 coupon for anyone signing up to receive the Trinity Glen Rose monthly newsletter at the TGR website. Those who already subscribe will also have the same opportunity. You should visit www.TrinityGlenRose.com for more information.  Good through the end of May.
 
“An informed public will make good decisions when it comes to creating a landscape that is meant for this region of Texas,” Wissmann stated. “We’re also pleased to announce that Dr. Calvin Finch will be joining our team to help inform people in the District about all aspects of creating low-water use and colorful yards.”
 
Finch is one of San Antonio's foremost experts on horticulture and water-saving landscapes. After retiring from a successful career in Horticulture and Water Conservation with Texas A&M University and the San Antonio Water System, he continues to appear regularly on television and radio in the San Antonio area. Finch also has a weekly horticulture column published in the San Antonio Express-News and six other South Texas newspapers. Dr. Finch’s work in water conservation, horticulture, the media and with volunteers has garnered numerous state and national awards. He received a Ph.D. from Texas A&M in Horticulture.
 
Calvin’s Landscape Recommendations for March
 
 Aerate and top dress your lawn.  Use an aerator that cuts and removes a plug of soil which it places on the soil surface.  The machines can be rented or the service purchased.  Apply one half -inch of compost after the aeration.  The compost penetrates the aeration holes to bring organic material into the root zone.
 It is too early to fertilize.  Wait until real grass has been mowed twice.
 Apply a pre-emergent herbicide to reduce summer weeds from germinating.  This is especially important if you were bothered by sandburs and/or crabgrass. Halt, Dimension, Crabgrass Preventer, Amaze and XL are good herbicides for the job.  Note that a second application should be applied in mid-June.
 To be ready for the hot weather when it arrives, call in your irrigation contractor to check out and repair your system.  Make sure the rain sensor is working and all leaks are repaired.  Have him/her instruct you how to change the watering amounts if necessary.
 Have your mower blades sharpened and the engine tuned up.  Mow in March to keep the lawn weeds in check.
To view an entire year’s worth of landscape recommendations, visit the new Trinity Glen Rose landscape page at: www.TrinityGlenRose.com/landscape.
 
 
 
 
2-6-17
Winter Irrigation Makes Your Sewer Bill Grow….Not Your Grass!
By Nathan Riggs (Conservation Project Coordinator - San Antonio Water System)
 
Ok everyone, let’s have a show of hands to see how many of you are currently running your irrigation systems at least once per week in the Stone Oak area? Hmmm……I don’t see a lot of hands, but in my travels through the area through the week, there are a lot of “irrigation signatures” in and down the streets in front of homes, indicating irrigation has run within the past minutes or hours.
 
First, you must understand that irrigating dormant grass will not make it grow, no matter how hard you try.  As long as soil temperatures are below 70oF, turf grasses will not produce green shoots. Only the roots of grasses, trees and shrubs are active in the winter. What WILL turn green are the germinating winter weeds like dandelions and henbit, along with cool-season weedy grasses such as rye, fescue, Poa anna, or Rescue grass.
 
Why is NOT irrigating in the winter important?  Your sewer bill.  Yes!  Your sewer bill!  SAWS uses the period between November 15 and March 15 each year to calculate the winter average.  The winter average is a consecutive 3-month period used to calculate the sewer bill for the following year.  Why use the winter?  Water use for residential customers in the winter is ASSUMED to be primarily occurring indoors, and thus exiting the property via the sewer pipes.  Wastewater output is not metered for SAWS customers.  That’s not a job ANY meter reader would want…hee hee!
 
Normally, a good winter recommendation is to apply ½ inch of water to the landscape every 4 weeks since the grass/plants are not actively growing.  However, a rainfall of ½ inch or more is enough to delay irrigation for at least 4 weeks in winter.
 
Soil depth is very important in the water needs of plants and grass for winter.  Soil at least six inches deep or more will hold moisture longer, requiring less frequent irrigation or rainfall.  Landscapes with soil less than six inches deep may require some kind of irrigation or rainfall at least once every two weeks.
Shrubs and trees require less water than grasses in winter and usually do well on rainfall alone.  If water is needed, use a hand-held hose to apply water to individual shrubs and trees once or twice during the winter and use irrigation sparingly on grasses.
 
While most winters in San Antonio are mild, they are still cool enough to keep warm season grasses (St. Augustine, Bermuda, Zoysia, Buffalo) from growing and remaining emerald green.  These grasses do not need lots of water to survive the winter.  Using extra water outdoors in the winter does nothing but make your sewer bill grow for the following year.  Next time you’re in the garage, stop by your friend “Hunter” or “Rain Bird” (whatever your brand of irrigation controller) and switch them to OFF or Manual until after March 15.
 
 
1-10-17
Be Prepared to Protect Your Water Pipes in Freezing Temps
 
Don’t you just love winter weather in South Texas? One day your wearing shorts and out for a walk. The next day your worrying about a freeze killing your plants and maybe even breaking your water pipes. So, the best advice for making sure you don’t find yourself without water because of a frozen water pipe is to be prepared.
 
If your remember a few things from your chemistry classes, water has a unique property in that it expands when it freezes. Obviously, that expansion can put lots of pressure on the water pipes at your home, and that’s when problems can occur. In fact, if your pipes aren’t insulated, and the temperature drops below 20 degrees, they can become frozen and crack. Pipes that freeze most frequently are outdoor hose bibbs, swimming pool supply lines, water sprinkler lines, and water supply pipes in unheated interior areas like basements and crawl spaces, attics, garages, or kitchen cabinets. Pipes that run against exterior walls that have little or no insulation are also subject to freezing.
 
Also keep in mind that some of the Trinity Glen Rose District lies in the foothills of the Texas Hill Country, and temperatures can get a little colder there as compared to the middle of San Antonio. Here are a few suggestions for keeping those pipes ready for those bitter winter blasts that blow through on occasion.
 
Disconnect water hoses from the hose bibbs.
Buy some pipe insulation from your local hardware store and wrap that insulation around the exposed hose bibbs at your home. You might need a little duct tape to secure the insulation.
If you have a sprinkler system, make sure you turn it off. You really shouldn’t be watering your yard this time of year anyway. Grass hibernates over the winter months and prepares itself for the growing season in the spring.
If you plan to be away from home for several days, shutting off the water can reduce the chances of broken pipes. Also, keep the heater on in your house with the thermostat set to around 55 degrees.
Be a good neighbor. If your neighbor is away or you are next to a vacant house and you suspect a water leak, call your water service provider immediately.
You’ve probably heard that letting water drip from outdoor faucets can help prevent freezing pipes. Well, that is true, but it also wastes water. By being prepared for a sudden drop in temperatures and insulating those outdoor faucets, you should be able to avoid having to let your faucets drip.
You can always call a licensed plumber for help.
 
11-2-16                      Did You Know Some of Your Water Comes from the Trinity Aquifer?
Greetings from the Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District (TGR). We are collaborating with the Stone Oak POA in offering Stone Oak residents the opportunity to sign up for the TGR e-newsletter. And there are many important reasons for your family and/or business to do so.
A quality, reliable water supply is the lifeblood of every community, and it is the responsibility of homeowners, businesses and various water agencies to make sure excellent water is always available in San Antonio. Much of the water that is used in Stone Oak comes from the Trinity Aquifer in addition to the Edwards Aquifer. In fact, Stone Oak and many other areas located north of Loop 1604 are located on top of the Trinity Aquifer and are included in the Trinity Glen Rose District. The Trinity Glen Rose District is responsible for ensuring that the Trinity Aquifer is protected and preserved for use by the community into the future. And as we’ve always found, well-informed water users are always the best allies in making sure our water supply is safeguarded.
So, how should you stay up to date on all water matters in your area? The easiest way is to subscribe to the Trinity Glen Rose e-newsletter.
In our newsletter, TGR will be supplying great information about how homeowners and businesses can conserve water each day. For example, in the November newsletter, we explain how you should be preparing your landscape for the winter, which in turn makes it ready for the spring growing season. Properly maintained landscapes saves thousands of gallons of water each year per customer.
You will also get first notices about new water rebate programs. In the spring, we will be partnering with San Antonio Water System on a landscape rebate program. SAWS will be offering a rebate, but Trinity Glen Rose will be adding an additional rebate as well. But, the Trinity offer will only be for the first 200-250 applicants. So, if you’re not on our mailing list, you might miss the opportunity entirely.
We’ll also be collaborating with local businesses who are doing great work in water conservation to offer special premiums to people living in the Trinity Glen Rose area. And all of our subscribers will have access to those savings!
Those are just a few reasons why we’d love for you to go to our website and subscribe. The information you will receive will always be helpful and to the point. With your help, we can ensure that the Trinity Aquifer is always a quality resource for our community. And that starts with being informed and involved.
Thanks so much for your willingness to conserve and protect the Trinity Aquifer.
Just go to www.TrinityGlenRose.com to subscribe today. 
 
 
3-11-16        Oak Wilt Information
 
The issue of Oak Wilt, its prevention and treatment, has recently become a hot topic.  Click on the link to view a presentation provided by the City of San Antonio.  /City of San Antonio Presentation on Oak Wilt.pdf
 
If you live in an UNgated community, and have City of San Antonio trash service, you may have received a door hanger with additional information.  /City of San Antonio Oak Wilt Door Hanger Info.pdf
 
In addition, John Kiser, our Stone Oak POA Board Vice-President and Certified Master Naturalist, recommended the following people if anyone has any questions regarding Oak Wilt: 
Bob Webster – Shades of Green – 210-824-3772
 
Mark Bird, City of San Antonio Arborist – mark.bird@sanantonio.gov
 
Randy Bixby – Out on a Limb – 210-545-5417
 
Todd Miller – Greenlawn – 210-482-0641
 
Jacob West – Bartlett Tree Experts – 210-655-4670
 
 
 
 
 
Report Water Waste by visiting http://www.saws.org/conservation/waterwaste/reportform.cfm or calling 704-7283 during business hours or 704-7297 after hours. SAWS will follow up educating the responsible party and monitoring if the problem continues.
SAWS offers FREE irrigation consults to homeowners and businesses to assist with more efficient irrigation system operation and provide information on our irrigation system rebate and landscape coupon programs.  To schedule a consult, call 210-704-7283 or email consult@saws.org.
For more information on SAWS Conservation Coupon programs and Irrigation Design Rebate programs, visit http://www.gardenstylesanantonio.com/coupons-and-rebates/.
 
Help us help you by using water wisely and efficiently.
 
 
Regards,
 
Nathan Riggs
Program Coordinator, Conservation
(210) 233-2374
nlriggs@saws.org
www.gardenstylesa.com
 
________________
 
Chad Cosper
Conservation Planner
SAWS Conservation
P:210-233-3028
F:210-233-4235
www.gardenstylesa.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation.pdf
 
http://www.saws.org/Conservation/Outdoor/
 
http://www.saws.org/Conservation/Indoor/
 
Stone Oak Recorded Rainwater Policy.pdf
 
May Newsletter Stone Oak Landscaping Update
 
Compost 2014
 
Stone Oak Aesthetics Committee Beautification and Conservation Article July 2014.pdf
 

Posted 5-15-18
 
New Purse/Bag Policy for NEISD
 
 
 
Click HERE for a PDF of the above
 
 
 
Click HERE for a PDF of the above letter
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA!  (2-6-17)
 
 
For the first time in ten years, two Reagan High School Orchestra students earned seats in the All-State Orchestras, the highest honor a high school orchestra student can achieve.  In addition to receiving the honor, the students performed in the All-State music group alongside the best musicians Texas has to offer.
 
The Texas Music Educators Association is the largest music educators association in the country dedicated to music education excellence.   TMEA sponsors the annual All-Region and All-State auditions where 64,000 Texas students submit blind recorded auditions in string orchestra, philharmonic orchestra, and symphony orchestra.  All-State students participated in a three day rehearsal with a nationally recognized conductor and then performed at the close of the convention to thousands of attendees.
 
Jared Lange, for bass, and Jenny Zhang, for violin, represented the Reagan High School Orchestra at the TMEA Clinic and Convention. Lange said, “Students who participated in the process are subject to the pressure and stress of the audition while practicing to deliver a performance representative of one’s skill level.  Success depends on one’s ability to stay focused on an ultimate goal.  To be accepted into the All-State Orchestra was immensely gratifying for all of the effort invested into the process.”  Mr. Sixto Elizondo, Reagan High School Director of Orchestras adds, “We are so proud of our two All-State musicians.  Their achievement is a culmination of months of practice and years of training.”  
 
BE SURE TO CHECK THE WWW.STONEOAKPOA.COM WEBSITE CALENDAR
FOR UPCOMING CONCERT DATES!
 
 
 
 
 
CONGRATULATIONS LOPEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL! (3-30-16) 
It is truly an honor to have been designated the first Lighthouse Middle School in the state of Texas and only the fourth middle school to achieve this status in the world. Since starting our LEAD training in 2011, it has been part of our shared vision for the campus. The Panthers have always endeavored to set the example by leading the way in academics, service and extracurricular activities, so it was a natural progression in our effort to grow. To quote one of our Student Lighthouse Council members, “At the elementary level the habits are lessons; at middle school they are a lifestyle.” We sincerely believed that our staff, students and community demonstrate the principles necessary to be recognized at this level. The challenge presented by this task was one that we welcomed because it was truly the inspiration needed to take our campus from great to excellent. Over the course of this journey our student participation levels in service and extracurricular activities have increased, discipline referrals have decreased, and students are actively seeking opportunities to LEAD both on and off campus. The increased levels of student’s self-awareness and advocacy gained through practice of the habits and principles empower them to become more independent which is crucial during this stage of development. These are just a few of the positive outcomes we’ve experienced as a campus, but there are many stories of individual success that could be shared as well. Lopez chose our Wildly Important Goals to specifically support our efforts to grow the whole child and support their efforts to succeed in their chosen path through life. As Panthers who Serve, LEAD and Inspire, we hope to continue on as a beacon and guide other campuses who have chosen this same journey.
 
Eric Wernli
Principal
José M. Lopez Middle School
23103 Hardy Oak Blvd
San Antonio, Tx 78258
(210) 356-5000

January is both a time of new starts and a time of renewals, and in that light, please either join or rejoin the District 9 Neighborhood Alliance. Our membership year corresponds to the calendar year, so click on the below link for a welcome letter as well as an application, and hope to see all of you at our meetings this coming year. Contact Art Downey with any questions  at 210-497-8873 : 
 
D9NA 2019 Application.pdf
 
D9NA - May 2019 - The 86th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature - HOA Bills Outcomes.pdf
 
 
 
The next District 9 Neighborhood Alliance meeting will be held at 7:00PM, Wednesday, August 28th. We will meet at the Stone Oak Methodist Hospital, (Classrooms #1&2), 1139 E. Sonterra Blvd. (just off Hwy 281 in Stone Oak).
 
Our presenter will be State Representative Steve Allison. He represents House District 121, succeeding former Speaker of the House Joe Straus. District 121 covers parts of north central and northeast San Antonio, as well as the cities of Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, and Olmos Park. Steve serves on the Public Education and Public Health committees and is a member of the House Republican Caucus Policy Committee. I have asked him to give us his impressions of the last session of the state legislature.
 
Directions:
(Note: due to the ongoing construction on Hwy 281 and on Stone Oak Parkway please allow yourself extra travel time, especially if coming from south of 1604).
 
If you are coming north on Hwy 281, go under Loop 1604 and immediately take the Sonterra Blvd. exit to the right; cross over to the right and follow the signs to Sonterra Blvd.; at the top of the hill take a right on to Sonterra Blvd., proceed through the first traffic light, at the next traffic light you will see the hospital on your right.
 
If you are coming around Loop 1604 westbound, take the Stone Oak Parkway exit, go north on Stone Oak Parkway and turn right on Sonterra Blvd.; proceed east on Sonterra through the traffic light at Hardy Oak and you will see the hospital on your left.
 
Park as close to the main entrance as possible, go through the Benson Pavilion entrance and the classrooms are to your left. We will be in Classrooms #1&2.
 
 
Meetings are usually held the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Stone Oak Methodist Hospital, (Classrooms #1&2), 1139 E. Sonterra Blvd. (just off Hwy 281 in Stone Oak).
 
 
Always feel free to contact Art Downey with any questions  at 210-497-8873.
 
 
Art Downey
President, D9NA
 
 
Mr. Downey can be reached at 210-497-8873 should you have any questions regarding these meetings, or have any questions regarding District 9.
 
 
Posted 5-14-18
 
To better serve the community, the District 9 office will now be open 8:00AM - 6:00PM Monday through Thursday, and 8:00AM - 5:00PM on Friday.  The office is located at 16500 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 290.  Staff can be reached at 210-207-0955, or District9@SanAntonio.gov.  
 
 
 
 
(posted 1-26-17)  2017 Bond
For more information regarding the City's Bond Programs (both 2012 & 2017) visit:  http://www.sanantonio.gov/2017Bond
 
 
For information on the value of registering your neighborhood with the City, and how to do so, visit:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/Planning/PlanningUrbanDesign/Neighborhood-Associations
 
 
For the proposed revised City sign ordinance, visit:
http://www.docsonline.sanantonio.gov/FileUploads/dsd/Chapter28DRAFTM.pdf
 
 
 
(posted 3-27-17)  US281 Construction Information
 
For information and details regarding US281 Construction, please click on the below:
http://www.411on281.com
 
 
 
(7-10-15)     Please see the information below regarding recent legislative changes
 
 
 
 
HOA/POA Bills Passed by the 84th Texas Legislature
Art Downey, President, Texas Neighborhoods Together (TNT)
 
The 84th Legislative Session is over! The Senate and House adjourned Monday afternoon, June 1, 2015. With nearly 6,500 bills and resolutions filed during this session, it was determined that no less than 200 of these bills affected community associations either directly or indirectly. Of those bills identified to affect community associations, only eleven became law: House Bills: 745, 939, 1072, 1455, 2489, & 3089; Senate Bills: 862, 864, 1168, 1626, & 1852. I will briefly describe the highlighted bills that will have the greatest impact on our associations. The first three bills are generally positive, while the last two may negatively impact some.
 
SB 1168 (West) Relating to the operation of certain property owners' associations. This omnibus bill had many provisions; some of the bill’s more important are as follows:
*Allows members to attend open board meetings held by video conferencing using the same technology.
*Allows more flexibility for boards to take day-to-day action outside of a meeting while clarifying that certain important votes (e.g. selling land or adopting a deed restriction) must be taken at an open meeting.
* Provides privacy protection by allowing associations to adopt rules regarding use of secret ballots, and by making clear that any person who tabulates or recounts votes must not disclose to anyone how an individual voted.
*Allows associations more flexibility in offering payment plans. Currently associations cannot offer payment plans for longer than 18 months; the bill removes that restriction.
*Eliminates confusion and grounds for legal dispute by clarifying that Ch. 207 (applicable to homeowner association resale certificates) does not apply to condominiums. The resale certificate provisions applicable to condominiums are already in Chapter 82 of the Property Code.
*Clarifies the manner in which votes may be cast. Although absentee ballots or proxy voting must be allowed, the association may also elect to offer other methods such as online or electronic voting.
 
SB 862 (Birdwell) Relating to voting methods in a property owners' association election or vote. This bill provides that a property owners' association is not required to provide an owner with more than one voting method so long as an owner may vote by absentee ballot or proxy, unless a dedicatory instrument provides otherwise.
 
SB 864 (Birdwell) Relating to secret ballots in a property owners' association election or vote. This bill allows a property owners' association to adopt rules to allow voting by secret ballot by members of the association. The association must take measures to reasonably ensure that: (1) a member cannot cast more votes than the member is eligible to cast in an election or vote; and (2) the association counts every vote cast by a member that is eligible to cast a vote.
 
HB 1455 (King) Relating to procedures required before a condominium association files a suit or initiates an arbitration proceeding for a defect or design claim. (Applicable to Condos.)
HB 1455 greatly restricts a condominium association’s ability to file a construction-defect lawsuit or pursue such a claim through arbitration. It requires condominium associations to fulfill a large number of intricate and rather expensive requirements prior to filing a construction-defect lawsuit or pursuing the claim through arbitration.
 
HB 2489 (Leach) Relating to the ability of a property owners' association to enforce certain provisions on the lease or rental of real property. This bill negated certain rights of a homeowner and condominium associations to obtain basic lease information from landlords.
 
The complete text of all these final bills ("Enrolled") may be downloaded from the Texas Legislature's website as Word files, HTML files, or PDF files. Please visit Texas Legislature Online at http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/