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The Garden Oaks Civic Club (GOCC) exists for the purpose of providing a forum for the residents to problem solve and become more cohesive as a neighborhood. Meetings are held once a month on the first Tuesday of each month (excluding August which is set aside for "Neighbor's Night Out"). Meetings are currently held at the Garden Oaks Elementary School cafeteria, 901 Sue Barnett. Membership is open to anyone who lives in the neighborhood regardless of whether they own or rent their home. Standard household memberships are $25 per year; seniors may join for $5 per year and the business rate is $50. Membership in the civic club entitles each household to one vote on issues decided upon during monthly meetings. In 2007, almost 25% of the 1400 homes in the neighborhood were members of the GOCC, contributing in excess of $10,000 in membership dues. This money along with the proceeds of the biennial Garden Oaks Home Tour is the primary funding source for civic club expenses. Beautification is the most costly expense incurred by the civic club. We are charged with maintaining the 5 parks that grace our neighborhood. In 2007, the civic club was able to give back to the local community in several ways, including the following:
The benefits of membership include voting privileges, meeting new neighbors, and the opportunity to learn more about how you can participate in neighborhood activities and give back to the community. Use the links to the above left to find out about the various civic club committees and their roles. To join the civic club, download this form. (The Garden Oaks Civic Club is not the property owners association for the Garden Oaks subdivision and has no deed restriction enforcement authority whatsoever. For information regarding deed restrictions and the volunteer body that enforces them, see this page about G.O.M.O.) Civic Club Officers for 2008President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Committee Chairs for 2008Beautification
Citizens on Patrol (GOCOP)
Constable Program
Gazette Delivery Coordinator
Gazette Editor & Advertising
Membership
Web Site DownloadsCheck Request Form (PDF) - use this form to be reimbursed by the Civic Club for Civic Club functions or committees. Tax Exemption Certificate (PDF) - use this form when making purchases for the Civic Club for Civic Club functions or committees. |
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