April 1, 2009

The First Colony Community Association (FCCA) will be conducting a Round Table Forum. This event will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2009. The FCCA is inviting all neighborhoods to attend this informative meeting.

The meeting will be from 6:30 pm to 8:15 pm at the St. Laurence Catholic Parish located at 3100 Sweetwater Blvd (corner of Austin Parkway and Sweetwater Blvd).

Meet with representatives from the City of Sugar Land, City of Missouri City, Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustee candidates, County Commissioner Pct.4 James Patterson, Keep Sugar Land Beautiful, and FCCA staff.

Coffee, tea, and snacks will be served. This is your chance to meet your local candidates to ask questions and share your concerns.

March 31st, 2009 | by John Pape | Published in News

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Missouri City residents can vote early in the city’s general election from Monday, April 27 through Tuesday, May 5.

Election Day is Saturday, May 9.

Two contested city council positions are on the ballot. Candidates for District A are Rodney L. Griffin and Bobby Marshall. The incumbent in District A, Eunice Reiter, is not seeking re-election.

The candidates for District C are Robin Elackatt and incumbent Barbara J. Gibson.

Incumbent Councilmember’s Cynthia Gary in District B and Brett Kolaja in District D are unopposed and their names will not appear on the ballot.

During early voting, Missouri City residents may vote at any of the Fort Bend polling locations. On Election Day, Missouri City residents must vote at their assigned county precinct polling location. I

nformation on early voting and Election Day polling locations can be found on the City’s Web site, www.missouricitytx.gov or the Fort Bend County Web site www.co.fort-bend.tx.us.

March 10, 2009

On March 10, 2009 at 8:30am the drawing for position on the May 9th local election for City Council was held. This drawing was conducted at the City Hall, according to the Missouri City, City Secretary, Patrice Fogarty.

Rodney Griffin won the draw for the position 1 on the ballot for District A and Robin Elackatt also won the draw for the position 1 on the ballot for District C.

Griffin previously ran for the City Council position for the ‘A’ seat pushing for the Texas Parkway & Murphy Rd. improvements and has been partially credited with the city placing this on the front burners after many years of neglect.

What motivated you to run for this post?
I’ve always been a community service oriented individual. I have been active in my community and church for years. This is just another step in my journey.

What types of concerns have residents of the district expressed?
I’ve visited with a large number of people over the past couple of years. Some of their concerns are: a perceived lack of involvement by current Council representation and no sign of initiative, ingenuity or other creative energy demonstrated by the current Council representation.

What platform will you run your campaign on?
My platform is Pride & Vision. I am very proud to live in Missouri City. I believe Missouri City has a solid foundation. I am an independent thinker. The future will present many challenges but I believe that by working together, we can reach levels we have not yet imagined.

What will be your top goals?

• Improving the high level of city services.
• Help make Missouri City a leader in strong economic development and sustainability for both the corporate and retail segments.
• A paced replacement of our aging infrastructure.
• Augmenting citizen mobility.
• Open/ongoing communication with the public.
• And supporting our outstanding Police and Fire Departments by supplying the tools they need to get the job done.

By DIANE TEZENO | Updated: 03.09.09

District C candidate Robin Elackatt, a resident of Colony Lakes subdivision in Missouri City, recently took his campaign to the streets. Elackatt filed his candidacy for the District C post on Feb. 16 and is slated to face incumbent councilwoman Barbara Gibson in the upcoming city election on May 9.

On March 1, Elackatt and a number of supporters kicked off his campaign with a block walk in the Oyster Creek subdivision of the city. During the two-hour walk, the District C candidate knocked on about 200 doors and spoke with a number of residents regarding their concerns. Top among them lack of district representation regarding a number of concerns, including sidewalk repairs, increased taxes and the city’s recent golf course acquisition.

Elackatt spoke with several First Colony subdivision residents, many of whom described themselves as being “fed up” with “getting the run around” on the progress of sidewalk repairs in the city and other issues. “I think their point is the city has allocated some money and they want someone to take initiative to get the job done,” Elackatt said. “If there is $150,000 allocated, they want to know why only a handful of residents in the district have had their sidewalks repaired and no one in First Colony knows where that money is being utilized and want to know when repairs will be made in their subdivision,” Elackatt said of concerns.

A 15-year-professional in the healthcare industry, Elackatt aims to infuse a new level of responsiveness and accountability for residents in the district. “If I am elected, it will be my responsibility to hold the responsible party accountable to get the job done before conditions get worse,” Elackatt said. Another of his goals is develop a more effective and responsive channel of communication with members of the district. “What these people want out of the city is not for the city to pay for everything, but to make sure when problems arise that they can depend on their council representative to voice their concerns to council,” Elackatt said.

In his present role as president of the Colony Lakes HOA, Elackatt has initiated a number of enhanced methods of communications with area residents, including launching a community website, a monthly newsletter and adding a semi-annual HOA meeting.

“I feel the people are the experts of where they live,” said Elackatt. “As a council member, I would use their feedback and suggestions to address and resolve the issues.” If elected to the District C post, Elackatt plans to propose quarterly meetings to open up a dialogue between area District C HOA boards and city officials.

A number of residents Elackatt spoke with also voiced concerns with the city’s recent acquisition of the golf course. “Residents are concerned those taxes are going up and they don’t see anything happening, and that the golf course is getting all of this money, but what about the rest of the area,” Elackatt said.

Although not a huge fan of the golf course purchase, Elackatt believes the city needs time to work out plans to make the facility a world-class golf course. “I am not here to say if it was the best decision or not – but it is done and we have spent the money already, now we need to find out how to utilize it to make it better for everyone,” Elackatt said. Recent news of a $560,000 loss for the city on the golf course investment added fuel to resident concerns.

“Obviously the first year is going to take a step back because they are spending more money in the first year trying to fix it up and make it inviting to people and if it gets to the point where we are losing money year after year, I’m sure the city staff and council will make a strategic decision in the best interest of the city, but as with any project you have to give it time and effort to see if it works,” Elackatt said.

Another top priority for Elackatt in seeking the council seat will be to align with the Missouri City Business Alliance to support new business development in the area, Elackatt said.

The council hopeful believes bringing new businesses to the area will address residents’ concerns with rising taxes. Elackatt believes in thinking outside of the box and will seek to develop a working relationship with planning and zoning regarding proposed business development for the area. A 4-year resident of Colony Lakes, Elackatt would like to see continued business growth in the city and believes it is important to give businesses incentives to invest in the city. “If you are going to grow a city you can’t grow it without its people and you can’t grow it without businesses.”

In his quest for the council seat, the District C candidate understands that he cannot make everyone happy. “In this kind of position you can’t promise people the world and the moon, but my responsibility is to represent residents in my district and give them honest feedback and open communications,” Elackatt said.

Elackatt and supporters are conducting a number of additional neighborhood walks to convey the goals of his campaign and to gain greater insights from residents on concerns in the district. “If I am elected I will represent the concerns of my district and serve as a voice for residents in District C.”

Monday, March 9, 2009

The 'ELACKATT for MISSOURI CITY (District C)' campaign put out a statement to update on the progress made today. Our campaign team along with residents & friends had a huge success of block walking the FIRST COLONY neighborhoods. We have reached over 230 homes today with a very strong support for Robin Elackatt. This is a record breaking for our campaign!

"We have picked up a huge momentum in these areas of Missouri City and surrounding neighborhoods that had the least representation for the last two years." said the campaign team. Our campaign would like to give special thanks to all twelve friends & residents for your time today. Brenda Adams, one of the original homeowner in First Colony said, "I have lived here for almost 20 years and I have never met my district candidate - This election is about good changes for Missouri City and now we are very excited that we have this young man will help move our District and Missouri City forward."

Robin Elackatt for Missouri City-District C will be on a Radio Talk Show AM 1180 on Saturday, February 28, 2009 between 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm today. He will be talking about issues and addressing concerns for residents in Missouri City. You can call in at 281-822-1180 with your questions & concerns for the candidate.

Elackatt, who also is the President of the Colony Lakes Homeowners Association, will be facing incumbent District C Councilwoman Barbara Gibson on the upcoming May 9th election.

February 23rd, 2009 | by Bob Dunn | Published in News | 4 Comments

Rodney Griffin has filed to run for Missouri City Council in District A, possibly setting up a rematch in what was the city’s closest council race ever in 2007.

That year incumbent Councilwoman Eunice Reiter won in a nail-biter, when a recount gave her a three-vote edge over Griffin.

But this year the race could be very different, as Reiter hasn’t yet decided whether to seek another term.

“I’ve been very busy. It’s tax season now,” Reiter, an accountant, said on Monday. “The application is sitting on my desk.

Asked if she intended to fill it out and file for the race, she replied, “it’s not for sure…check with me the middle of next week.”

Reiter has served on City Council since 1994.

Businessman Griffin called for a recount after May 12, 2007, election results showed Reiter got 277 votes to Griffin’s 274. But nothing changed, as the recount showed the same number of votes for each candidate.

Meanwhile, Barbara Gibson has filed to seek reelection in District C, where she has served her first term after beating Kevin Tunstall in the 2007 elections. The seat came open after former Councilman Bob Burton chose not to run for reelection.

Gibson will face Robin Elackatt, who announced last week he is seeking the council seat.

Also running again in the city’s May 9 City Council election is Cynthia Gary of District B and Brett Kolaja of District D. Both have turned in their filing papers and, as of Monday, neither has drawn an opponent.

Candidates have until March 9 to file.

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1. DosCentavos says:
   
   February 23rd, 2009 at 7:15 pm (#)
   
   It may be that Reiter sees the handwriting on the wall: The debacle created by the 1)QVGC’s big losses; 2)the City’s $15 million investment in property it doesn’t own and may never get title to; 3)the City not having enough Bond money left to complete the QVGC purchase; and 4)the Park supporters yelling foul because there’s no Bond Issue (the so-called Parks Bond Issue)money left for their park ideas. She’s probably saying its time to leave this sinking ship and I don’t blame her for having second thoughts. No elected official wants to face voters after they’ve been told a big tax increase is coming.



2. Tom N says:
   
   February 23rd, 2009 at 11:39 pm (#)
   
   Eunice Reiter is an educated women. I respect her but it has been a long time since 1994. It is time to walk away and call it her legacy.
   
   Barbara Gibson did beat Kevin Tunstall in the 2007 elections. How did she win? Eunice is smart but what about BG?
   
   I don’t think Cynthia or Brett will have opponents.



3. ben wagner says:
   
   February 24th, 2009 at 2:06 pm (#)
   
   Eunice is great with the wine tasting events. Me thinks she likes them a little too much. Most of the incumbents that vote with the mayor get backing from developers in the area. The folks who try to oust them have the mayor and those developers to go up against not just their opponent. Just try to get a word in at council if Jerry is up there, he’s the mayors bulldog. Poor Jerry, he gets his feelings hurt so easily. It’s time for a change, it’s time for term limits, its time go get the good ol boys out and some new thinkers in. Poor Cynthia, probably feels out on a limb with those guys up there.



4. Truthseeker says:
   
   February 24th, 2009 at 2:44 pm (#)
   
   Eunice Reiter needs to be replaced, however I don’t agree that Rodney Griffin has the capability and knowledge to offer the people of Missouri City any better than what some of the current council has offered. I wish there were other more qualified candidates in this race for this district.
   
   On the other hand Barbara Gibson does have a more formidable candidate running against her and I sure hope that Elackatt will replace her quickly.

From staff reports, Fort Bend SUN | 02.20.09

Missouri City resident Robin Elackatt, a resident of Colony Lakes subdivision, recently filed as a candidate for the District C council seat. Elackatt, at press time the sole challenger to file for the seat, is set to face incumbent councilperson, Barbara Gibson in the May 9th city election.

“I am in a position, both professionally and personally, to seek public office,” Elackatt said in a press release announcing his candidacy. “I strongly believe my experience and record qualify me to serve in this office at this unique time in our city’s history.”

The top priorities of his campaign will focus on providing city services to neighborhoods and economic development. “Missouri City has a rich history and a solid foundation,” Elackatt said in a press announcement released on Feb. 20. "The future will see many challenges, but by working together, we can reach levels we haven’t yet imagined. To meet these challenges, my vision is to maintain and improve a high level of city services to our neighborhoods, continue strong economic development and sustainability for both the corporate and retail segments," Elackatt said of his vision for the city.

The District C candidate also supports paced replacement of the city's aging infrastructure, augmenting citizen mobility, and a no-compromise attitude for public safety. “Missouri City is fortunate to have outstanding police and fire departments. I will support measures that ensure these courageous men and women have the tools they need to get the job done.”

Over the past four years, Elackatt has served in numerous voluntary, appointed and elected public service roles. First appointed to the Missouri City Parks and Recreation Board in July 2007, Elackatt is the current vice-chair of the board. Board members serve in an advisory capacity on policy matters impacting the city’s 35 parks, including both developed and undeveloped tracts, totaling over 920 acres of land.

He also serves as president of the Colony Lakes Homeowners Association and during his term has been able to balance the budget for the first time in the history of the troubled subdivision, said Elackatt in his release.

His top achievements during his tenure as president include development of a finance committee, parks and playground equipment improvements, engagement of new management and landscape management companies, and soliciting two additional board members into service.

Elackatt launched a new HOA website and quarterly newsletter, and added an additional public meeting for Colony Lakes subdivision residents to support his belief that open communication enhances the success of any organization. The Missouri City resident also plans to encourage greater partnerships between homeowners’ associations and the city.

Elackatt is a member of St. Laurence Catholic Church and works as a healthcare administrator at an area medical hospital. He and wife, Tina, have been married for 9 years and have two young daughters.

February 20th, 2009 | by Bob Dunn | Published in News | 9 Comments

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Robin Elackatt, a healthcare administrator who serves as vice chairman of the Missouri City Parks and Recreation Board, has announced he’ll seek a seat on Missouri City Council in the May 9 election.

Elackatt, who also is president of the Colony Lakes Homeowners Association, will face incumbent District C Councilwoman Barbara Gibson, assuming she seeks reelection.

“I am in a position, both professionally and personally, to seek public office, Elackatt said. “I strongly believe my experience and record qualify me to serve in this office at this unique time in our city’s history.”

If he wins office, Elackatt said, “My vision is to maintain and improve a high level of city services to our neighborhoods, continue strong economic development and sustainability for both the corporate and retail segments.”

He said he also supports “a paced replacement of our aging infrastructure, augmenting citizen mobility and a no-compromise attitude for public safety.”

Also, “Missouri City is fortunate to have outstanding Police and Fire Departments. I will support measures that ensure these courageous men and women have the tools they need to get the job done.”

Elackatt also cited his public service to the community, noting he was appointed to the parks board in 2007 and now is vice chairman. He said has president of Colony Lakes HOA, he balanced the budget “for the first time in the history of the troubled subdivision,” and developed a finance committee, made parks and playground improvements and solicited two additional board members.

He also services the Houston Community College System as advisory board member for its diagnostic imaging program.

A member of St. Laurence Catholic Church, Elackatt and his wife, Tina, have been married for nine years and have two young daughters.

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1. ben wagner says:
   
   February 20th, 2009 at 11:38 am (#)
   
   Robin is a great guy. I think that he will be an asset to Missouri City. I’d like to see some of the good ol boys out of our government and new positive thinkers emerge.
2. DosCentavos says:
   
   February 20th, 2009 at 4:13 pm (#)
   
   Eleckatt is great news for District C. Finally, a representative who will actually speak in Council Meetings and voice an opinion. A representative who will actually do something about the damaged sidewalks in First Colony that violate the American with Disabilities Act. A representative who will insist that the City disclose in advance what its doing with the Golf Course and who will make the Council Members consider the effects to the City’s finances of a $560,000 loss for this year. We’ve got too many placeholders on the City Council and its time the City recognized them for what they are.
3. ben wagner says:
   
   February 20th, 2009 at 7:40 pm (#)
   
   We have a drainage reserve in our neighborhood that is owned by First Colony Community assn that stinks, is overgrown and is a neuisance. Last year our neighborhood rep tried to get the city to cite First Colony Community association. It got partially cleaned but not like other neighborhoods in Sugar Land that have these reservs. I think the city got bought off or threatened by the HOA. It still stinks, is overgrown and is a neuisance and our rep has quit his position because of lack of interest by the city or the HOA. If we were in Sugar Land, this would have never happened, but we are in Missouri City and First Colony Community assn considers us a step child just like the city. This atrocity will never get cleaned up as long as golf is a priority. Hope Robin will shake things up a bit.
4. iewpoint says:
   
   February 21st, 2009 at 8:47 am (#)
   
   Does Robin Eleckatt support the Blue Ridge landfill corperate development expantion plan, also just as the incumbents?
5. Tom N says:
   
   February 22nd, 2009 at 3:01 pm (#)
   
   Yes, i strongly support Robin. It is time that Missouri City needs new leadership especially in District C. It is up to us the people to make this change happen. The incumbent has done nothing for District C. She cannot communicate well and is NOT reachable for us. The whole District C needs a new face with new direction and a true representation for us who live in this District. Please get the word out. This has to be done.
6. Kat_Princess says:
   
   February 23rd, 2009 at 4:07 pm (#)
   
   Robin Elackatt:
   May I join-in this “party on the ballot”? I’m investing my sweet Sugar Land interests in your values to vision. It will be quite a pleasuresitting at your Lincoln-Reagan table of honor, pride and commitment, Sir!
7. Tom N says:
   
   February 23rd, 2009 at 11:25 pm (#)
   
   Dear Friends, I have heard from my friends that there was a massive blockwalking that took place for Elackatt this past weekend. These are people who live in District C. I had no idea that people in District C were pumped and fed up. This walk is the talk of the town.
   
   Has anyone seen our current District C rep in the last two years, besides for photo ops? Where was our rep after Ike? I don’t see our current rep jumping in the middle of home invasion issue. Our rep is supposed to be well connected with our Police department. How come the people in District C can’t get help from her? Where is our reps 2007 SMART growth plan? Have anyone in District C seen our rep speak at the City council meetings representing our concerns or issues? So why is our current rep running again? For who? Why?
8. Kat_Princess says:
   
   February 24th, 2009 at 7:08 am (#)
   
   Tom N:
   
   Great questions. It’s easy to see why everyone in District C is pumped and fed up. Good luck!
9. ben wagner says:
   
   February 24th, 2009 at 3:42 pm (#)
   
   current bunch= higher taxes and less services

An overgrown, unsightly canal that had become a major eyesore for residents of a Missouri City neighborhood recently received a major facelift.

Robin Elackatt, president of the Colony Lakes homeowners association, and fellow board members took action in January to improve the appearance of one of the subdivision’s major entryways in response to resident concerns. “We have over 600 plus home community that was a jackpot that was going to die without needed changes,” Elackatt said.

According to Elackatt, the developer of the subdivision left the area unattended for several years, allowing an area designed originally as an amenity lake to become a neighborhood embarrassment for area residents. “This was a lake during the birth of this subdivision. The developer built homes with back and front yards facing this particular canal and failed to keep up this part and no one ever complained,” said Elackatt, elected HOA board president last summer.

“For the last three to four years, Colony Lakes has been completely built out and the maintenance of this entry lake was the homeowner association of Colony Lakes responsibility,” Elackatt said.

Elackatt contracted with Falls Landscaping Company to remove overgrown plants, trees and brush to improve the entrance’s appearance and to make the area a less attractive environment for snakes and other reptile - sighted in the backyards of several Colony Lakes residents on several occasions, according to Elackatt. “I knew of at least four homes with snakes found in their backyards. This was a concern and worry for homeowners to keep children out of their homes due to safety concerns,” Elackatt said.

The HOA president described it as “a dream for neighbors in our subdivision to see this small lake cleaned up.” One of those Colony Lakes residents, Ketan Inamdar, said the improvements to the area will provide better water flow and minimize the presence of unwanted wildlife. “I am not against any wildlife, but safety of my kids’ life is No. 1 priority,” Inamdar said.

The Missouri City resident made it a practice to direct guests to his home through the subdivision’s other major entryway. “This entrance was so bad looking that I don’t give directions to anyone to come to my house through this way,” Inamdar said.

JoJo Tharayil, a 14-year-resident of Colony Lakes and local real estate broker, echoed similar sentiments regarding the area’s appearance. “Many of my clients would ask me not to take individuals through the entrance,” Tharayil said. Tharayil cited past efforts to get the former HOA board to clean up the declining area to no avail.

“Fifty homeowners signed a petition and took it to board members, but no action was taken,” the Colony Lakes resident said. Tharayil said many of his neighbors were scared to send kids into the back yards because of concerns with wildlife.

Sam Zechariah commended current HOA board members for taking action to improve the area’s appearance and safety. “I myself had a snake in my front yard lying out in front of my house,” Zechariah said. According to the resident, the unkept tract of land had also attracted small alligators to the area. “It was frightening, but the current board did a wonderful job in cleaning it up,” Zechariah said.

A father of two young children, ages 1 and 4, Elackatt shares the same concern as fellow residents for protecting children in the community. “I know the importance of safety and our children are our assets,” Elackatt said of the cleanup project. The HOA president has plans to add themed tropical landscaping to give the area its own identity and water fountains with lights in the lake in the future.

Colony Lakes HOA board treasurer Andrea Hayes called the cleanup effort a successful venture. “It took really what everyone called a swamp and revitalized the area so it no longer looks like a dump leading into our area,” Hayes said of the clean up initiative.

Elackatt, who expects the improvements to enhance the property values of homes in the community, shared his thoughts on the project. “This was pretty exciting for people, because no one ever thought that the area could be restored to the degree that it has been because of the level of neglect,” Elackatt said.

The Basketball Beat Bash took place Saturday, September 8, 2007 at Hunters Glen Park (1340 Independence) from 2:00pm-5:00pm. The three items for competitions were (Skills, Slam Dunk and 3-Point Shootout).

The Houston Rockets are in charge of the contests and Elackatt and other Parks Board members served as the judges for this event.

Missouri City, Texas -

Robin Elackatt was appointed to the City Parks and Recreation Board by Mayor Allen Owen of Missouri City. There were several applicants and interviews for the board. On Monday July 16, 2007, there was a unanimous vote by the City Mayor and Council with City Administration to appoint Elackatt to the board.

Elackatt will serve on the Parks and Recreation Board and it is a two year term. This Board serves in an advisory capacity to City Council on parks and recreation policy matters and the Board meets monthly. The Missouri City Parks and Recreation Department maintains and operates thirty-five parks including both developed and undeveloped tracts totaling 919.73 acres of land. In 1996 the City completed a Parks Master Plan as an element within the City's VISION 2020. In 2001 the Parks and Recreation Department updated the plan based on the new population, growth and demands for new recreational opportunities. The establishment of these Goals and Objectives are based on public input, socio-economic studies and proposed growths patterns and population predictions and has been approved by the City Administration, City Mayor and Council.

Robin is a proud member of our Missouri City and has been a resident for over two years. He also serves on the Colony Lakes Home owner's Association Amenities Committee member, Fort bend County-Chamber of Commerce member, Houston Community College System-Advisory Board member for Allied Health Radiology Program and American Healthcare Radiology Administrator member. Robin and his wife, Tina, reside in Missouri City-Colony Lakes Subdivision and they have one daughter.

Missouri City, Texas -

Missouri City resident Robin Elackatt, a newly elected President of Colony Lakes Homeowner’s Association, has plans to put Colony Lakes on the map in fort Bend County.

A community of homes priced in the $290,000 to $370,000 range, Elackatt believes the Colony Lakes subdivision possesses qualities that make it capable of competing against surrounding master planned communities. “We are not a master planned community but I believe we have a lot to offer,” said Elackatt.

Elackatt was elected to his new post by a unanimous vote among Board of Directors for Colony Lakes on July 01, 2008. In November 2007, Elackatt was elected to the Colony Lakes Board by a majority vote of homeowners, a rare feat in a community that in recent years has worked to achieve a quorum in board meetings. Elackatt told the supporters and Board after the election, “I can promise you that if we all work together; we can make Colony Lakes a demanding neighborhood for us and for prospective buyers.”

As a new Board President, maintaining property values is Elackatt’s top priority. “As developers are building more homes around us, it is imperative that we keep up our neighborhood to maintain our home values,” said Elackatt. In his November 2007 election, some of his top priorities included Improving community park and playground equipment, giving a face lift to the main entryway, repairing sidewalks, and adding more street lights and signs for the community. Residents and Elackatt wanted several changes including adding seats for two additional board members, developing a finance committee, adding semi-annual meetings and changing to a new landscaping and a new management company.

Since elected less than eight months ago, Elackatt with his Board and committee members was able to work to push forth improvements to the community park and playground equipments, added two shade structure to the common pool area which is long overdue for the residents of Colony Lakes. Two additional board members were also approved and elected to the Colony Lakes board. The new landscaping company is set to start on August 01, 2008 are a few things to mention.

The Colony Lakes newly elected President plans to encourage greater participation in the community association. He believes that the lack of participation among residents in the past may have been fueled by lack of responsiveness of the management company. Elackatt said, “In one way to achieve this, our Communication committee of Colony Lakes is working very hard to put forth a new website for the residents. Our new Community committee was created to pull homeowners together with lots of community activities and events.”

With the selection process of a new management company approved by residents, Elackatt said the board will work to ensure that the right people are in the right positions. Elackatt believes the record turnout to the recent semi-annual meeting and election is signaling a change in the community.

He plans to continue his efforts to make Colony Lakes one of the premier neighborhoods in the area. Recently appointed to the Missouri City parks board by Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen and City Council, Elackatt is also a member of the Fort Bend County Chamber of Commerce and serve on the advisory board for Allied Health Radiology program at the Houston Community College System.

When asked about a possible run in the Missouri City election, Elackatt said, “I was taught ‘never to say never.’” But the Missouri City resident says his focus as a newly elected President is on improving his subdivision. “Colony Lakes is my home and I would like to work with my neighbor’s to restore the neighborhood back. And who knows maybe earn Missouri City’s ‘Best Subdivision of the Year’ award one day” said Elackatt.

Elackatt is a proud resident of Missouri City. He and his wife, Tina, reside in Missouri City-Colony Lakes Subdivision and they have two daughters.

Fort bend Sun 09/23/2008

Missouri City, Texas - Robin Elackatt elected Vice Chairman of Missouri City Parks and Recreation board. This election took place in September 2008. Elackatt was first appointed to the City Parks and Recreation Board by Mayor Allen Owen of Missouri City in July 2007. There was a unanimous vote by the Board to elect Elackatt to the Vice Chair position.

Elackatt will serve as the Vice Chair for the Parks and Recreation Board for Missouri City as of October 2008. This Board serves in an advisory capacity to City Council on parks and recreation policy matters and the Board meets monthly. The Missouri City Parks and Recreation Department maintains and operates thirty-five parks including both developed and undeveloped tracts totaling 919.73 acres of land.

Elackatt is a proud member of our Missouri City and has been a resident for over three years. He also serves as the President of Colony Lakes Homeowner's Association, Fort bend County-Chamber of Commerce member, Houston Community College System-Advisory Board member for Allied Health Radiology program. Robin and his wife, Tina, reside in Missouri City-Colony Lakes Subdivision and they have two daughters.