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Posted on Jul 27, 2009 | Tagged in: community , City of Alvin
Good news for Lakes of Savannah outdoors lovers: the hike and bike trail from the Bob S. Owen Aquatic Center in Alvin will soon be extended to South Street.
The $575,000 renovations of the trail, approved by City Council earlier this month, are anticipated to heighten the quality of life and pleasure in the Alvin area.
About the Construction
The new section will be constructed on the West side of Mustang Bayou, and will be slightly longer than half a mile and will be combined with the existing stretch from Alvin's historic train depot to the aquatic center, making the finished trail 1.35 miles. Hikers and Bikers can expect a 10-foot wide trail with 2-foot buffers on each side.
The project is being funded through a Texas Department of Transportation grant from the Intermodal Surface Transportation and Efficiency Act of 1991 and Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century. Alvin applied for the grant in 1999.
Construction of the trail will only add to Lakes of Savannah's convenient access to numerous greenbelt trails, parks, and various amenities. As the season finally cools down into the Autumn months and training for marathons and bike rides commence, these newly paved paths will soon be dotted with Houston area athletes!
Posted on Jul 15, 2009 | Tagged in: Education , Alvin ISD
Lakes of Savannah parents will soon have school on their mind, as the Alvin ISD 2009-2010 school year kicks off on August 25th. We hope to bring our community a bundle of resources for the new school year:
New Students/Enrollment
If your child is new to Lakes of Savannah and Alvin ISD, registration is an easy process. Simply assess which school your child will attend (Lake of Savannah students attend Savannah Lakes Elementary, Nolan Ryan Junior High, and Manvel High School), and call that particular school's registrar to set up a registration appointment.
Posted on Jul 13, 2009 | Tagged in: Specials & Promotions , Lennar Homes
Lennar is making summer home buying a little bit more exciting with a special incentive that enables buyers to choose between three generous options when purchasing their new home.
For a limited time, Lennar is offering buyers th e opportunity to choose one of the following:
- $3,000 in closing costs paid by Lennar;
- A Rainbow Play System in their backyard, or
- A front load washer and dryer
A part of the summer promotion, “There’s No Place Like Lennar” the builder is offering this in all of its Houston area communities including master-planned Lakes of Savannah.
The offer applies to Lennar homes that sell between July 6, 2009 and July 19, 2009 and close by August 31, 2009. Lennar New Home Consultants have complete details on the promotion. Visit any Lennar model and sales office in any Friendswood Development Company or Trailwood community. Model homes and sales offices are open daily.
Posted on Jul 13, 2009 | Tagged in: Education , Alvin Community College
Kids College Activities Set
The Pearland Center of Alvin Community College, located close to home for residents in Lakes of Savannah, is offering a full slate of summer classes and activities that will appeal to everyone from kids to seniors. Following is a list of scheduled activities an d classes:
Alvin Community College will be hosting Busy Bodies Kids’ College at the Pearland Center on July 20-23 at the center, 2319 N. Grand Blvd. Children entering kindergarten through the sixth grade for the 2009-10 school year are eligible to participate in numerous classes.
Posted on Jul 13, 2009 | Tagged in: community
Close to home for residents in Lakes of Savannah is the Alvin Aquatic Club which recently wrapped up another successful summer season, with plans in place to launch the fall season. A part of the Coastal Cities Aquatic Association league, the Gators continue to build on their growing program and are sending a number of swimmers to the upcoming regional and state meets.
Practices are held indoors at nearby Alvin High School. The organization, which offers swimming, diving and water polo, is open to all ages.
Posted on Jul 13, 2009 | Tagged in: travel , economy
The growth of the Pearland area is evident in the increase number of new businesses including another new hotel just off SH 288, minutes from Lakes of Savannah. Sleep Inn & Suites Pearland celebrated its grand opening recently with a ceremony hosted by General Manager Neil Bhakta and attended by Pearland Mayor Tom Reid and numerous representatives from area businesses and the Pearland Chamber of Commerce.
Sleep Inn & Suites Pearland, a 66-room facility located a 1908 Country Place Parkway near the Highway 288 McHard exit, offers 24-hour front desk service, complimentary breakfast, complimentary local and long distance calls, high-speed internet access (both wired and wireless) and free parking.
Posted on Jul 8, 2009 | Tagged in: healthcare , community
A local Friendswood company has officially declared the development of a new senior living facility in Pearland. Trinity Terrace will be built on the old Jamison Farm property, and will be completed by the spring of 2010.
TrinityCare Senior Living, Inc., developer of Trinity Oaks, a sister facility in Friendswood, decided to build a second care facility due to the high demand in the area. Trinity Oaks is classified as a Type A facility where residents remain physically and mentally capable of taking care of themselves, but the new Trinity Terrace will be a Type B facility. Residents of Trinity Terrace will be provided with the extra care they cannot maintain for themselves. A dedicated memory center will be established within the facility for those residents who have early dementia issues and Alzheimer’s, said Donald W. Sapaugh, Chairman and Chief Executive of TrinityCare Senior Living, Inc.
Posted on Jul 2, 2009 | Tagged in: community , City of Manvel
Social networking has grown by leaps and bounds over the last few years, a technological testimony to the new generation’s “need-to-know-it-now” philosophy. But this trend is no longer only for the young and restless. Businesses and cities across the nation have decided to take advantage of the information messaging power these networks harbor.
One city in particular is Manvel, which has recently added a Twitter account within their information technology department. The 140 max character text-based updates allow the city to keep citizens and residents better informed of city news, road closings and public safety. Posting each Tweet takes mere seconds and allows people to remain constantly updated on community events.
