News from the GMVA - Events in October

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Grogan's Mill Village Association Newsletter

October 19, 2016

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We are interested in your concerns and comments. Please share your ideas and suggestions to make Grogan's Mill a more vibrant community by sending your comments to: suggestions@gmva.org .

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MCSO Sexual Assault Report

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At the October GMVA meeting, Deputy Hopper reported on the two sexual assaults that have occurred at the Trailpoint Apartment complex at Grogan's Mill and South Millbend.

The first assault occurred in September and the most recent on October 13. In both cases, which occurred in the early morning, the assailant entered through an unlocked sliding glass door to gain access to their first floor apartments.

The sheriff is investigating the evidence left at the sites to determine the assailant's identity.

Security at the complex is being improved and the gates are being kept locked at all times. Please check and lock each of your doors!

Township Candidates Discuss their Campaign

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Seven Township candidates each gave short presentation at the GMVA meeting this week. Their vision and qualifications can be found at the Voter Awareness Council site and at Vote Smart.

You can also view The Candidates Forum held at the Business Chamber. The Woodlands Online took a video of the forum and published it on YouTube for those that couldn't attend.

We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the issues and candidates so that you can vote for the candidate that best represents you. Early voting is October 24 - 31. Election Day is November 8.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, October 22

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Saturday, October 22, 2016, 10a - 2p

The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch will host a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day drop-off location at The Woodlands Township Town Hall front parking lot. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, District 6, and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will collect unwanted medications at the site for safe disposal by the DEA. The DEA cannot accept needles or sharps at this event, only medications or patches. This is a free and anonymous service, medications will only be accepted during the event hours and may not be dropped off before or after the event.

Public Hearing for Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan

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Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan Public Hearing

Wednesday, October 26, 6:00 p.m.

2801 Technology Forest Blvd

On Wednesday, October 26th at 6:00 p.m., the Township will hold a public hearing on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan at its offices at 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. This is a major effort that has drawn some controversy. You can let the Board know your position by attending the meeting or by commenting online.

The draft of the plan is available for reading online.

Halloween Events at The Woodlands Farmer's Market

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On Saturday, October 29, The Woodlands Farmer's Market will be giving $5 coupons to the first 20 children who arrive in costume at the market. There will be pumpkin painting, and live music. The vendors will be having their annual costume contest, so grab a ballot and tell us which vendor has the best costume. Come out an enjoy the wonderful food and crafts!

Aging in Place - The Woodlands

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Aging In Place- The Woodlands (AIP-TW) has launched its campaign to find people and volunteers who are interested in living in their homes but might need some help with minor problems.

If you are interested in finding out more visit the web site www.aiptwt.org or visit the information booth at The Woodlands Farmer's Market this and every weekend.

America Recycles Day

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Help Yourself, the Community and the Planet

Recycling goes beyond the ordinary when The Woodlands Township celebrates America Recycles Day at the 3R Bazaar on Saturday, November 12, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event takes place at The Woodlands Township Environmental Services facility at 8203 Millennium Forest Drive in The Woodlands.

Remember the old toothbrushes, empty toothpaste tubes and floss containers you have been saving? Bring them to the 3R Bazaar for the 2016 Village Challenge, the TerraCycle Oral Care Brigade®, and win prizes for your village! Please come the GMVA booth and meet some of your Board members, while recycling those oral care products. The Woodlands Green will be giving cash prizes to the villages. The village with the highest collection or oral care products will receive $750, which would be used for our Grogan's Mill schools.

The event will offer collection of alkaline batteries, eyeglasses, gently worn clothing.

Secure onsite shredding of personal documents will also be offered. A donation of five cans of food or $5 per bank box will benefit Interfaith Food Pantry.