Dear Timbergrove Manor,

Happy New Year! At the risk of sounding cliche, I know the past couple of years have brought unprecedented challenges to our community. Not surprisingly, our neighborhood continues to thrive and shine brightly within the city of Houston, and our unwavering commitment to each other as friends and neighbors is part of what inspires me to continue to give back to our neighborhood. It is my honor to kick off a new year for the Civic Club as President!

I want to thank our immediate past President, Miles Sasser, for leading the Civic Club for the last three years, including through the thick of the 2020 pandemic in which we were challenged to pivot and find new ways to engage our membership. Miles, you consistently gave us your positive attitude and your steady voice of thoughtful input, never letting us forget why we’re here: a shared love of our beautiful neighborhood. I hope to carry that same spirit forward.

A little bit about me: I grew up in Kingwood, a Houston suburb, and attended the University of Texas at Austin. I lived in New York City post-college and worked in the publishing industry for several years before deciding to move back home. While working at the Houston Chronicle, I met my would-be husband Brian, a University of Alabama grad and fellow journalism major. We bonded over football and Oxford commas. I now work full-time for a global law firm headquartered in Houston, overseeing our Digital Marketing department. Brian and I bought our home in Section 6 of Timbergrove Manor in 2017, and since then, our appreciation for this amazing neighborhood has grown exponentially.

I learned the value of volunteerism at a young age, so I quickly found a way to get involved within the Civic Club. For the last three years, I have produced The Timbergram newsletter, and I’ve served two years on the Board as Vice President. During this time I’ve seen up-close many issues that have a direct impact on our future, such as the preservation of our deed restrictions; the increasing commercial and residential development in the area and resulting impact on our environment and infrastructure; the support of our local elementary school; or the protection and enhancement of our green spaces—these issues and more I hold very dearly, and will continue to champion for them during my term in 2022.

In closing, within this issue you’ll find an opportunity to join the Civic Club for 2022. If you’re a regularly contributing member—thank you for your support! If you’re new to the neighborhood, or are considering joining the Civic Club this year, you’ll find more information on its purpose and how your dues are used in this newsletter. The Civic Club thrives on its members and volunteers, and we need the support of as many as possible!

I look forward to meeting many more of you in the year to come. Cheers!

—Alison Reynolds, TMCC President, 2022

Additional New Board Members

Courtnie Hays (Vice President)

Both Native Texans, my husband and I grew up in the Houston area and moved to Timbergrove in 2008. After flooding during Hurricane Harvey and witnessing, first hand, the community effort that it took to rebuild our house, we knew we were never leaving! We currently live on Linton Rd. (woo hoo!) with our three children and lazy, American Bulldog, Cooper. I attended college at the University of North Texas where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Spanish. Years later, I went back to school to pursue a degree in nursing. I am currently a registered nurse and after some time working in the ER and having young children, I have found my happy place as an elementary school nurse. As a family we spend most of our time outside in the driveway with our neighbors or most recently, at the TSA ball fields watching our kids play. My passion is definitely investing in people, helping others and creating that sense of community that will result in life-long memories. We love our Section 5 group, and I am looking forward to meeting everyone else in our wonderful Timbergrove community.

Roxanne Hall (Treasurer)

Roxanne is our current Treasurer and has lived in Timbergrove since 1993, 26+ years. First, she lived on Cindy Lane and now lives on Pineshade Lane. She raised her children here in Timbergrove and they are now thriving adults. Through the years raising her children, she was on the PTA and lead the 4th and 5th grade trips ensuring the students received great new experiences. Business wise, she manages global teams, global services and multiple projects with large complex project budgets. She looks forward to giving back to her community.

Peter Davies (Secretary)

Peter is a Licensed Professional Engineer and has lived in Section 5 since 1988 and raised two daughters who attended Sinclair Elementary School. He has served as the Secretary of TMCC since 2010 and SNC-14 since its founding.

Jennifer Vickers (Director)

Jennifer Vickers has lived in Timbergrove Manor since 2011 and began volunteering with TMCC as editor of The Timbergram newsletter in November 2012. She currently serves as Webmaster and Director for TMCC. She and her husband Kirk Guy live with their chihuahua Diego on Pineshade Ln.

As a HAR 2021 Realtor of the Year and Top-Producing Realtor with Heights-based boutique brokerage KSP, Jennifer sees the direct correlation between strong neighborhood organizations, high quality of life, and property values. A native Texan, Jennifer moved to Houston from Beaumont to attend the University of St. Thomas more than 25 years ago and is the city’s self-proclaimed biggest fan. She enjoys Houston’s diverse and vibrant cultural arts and dining. In addition to her support of TMCC, Jennifer is honored to serve as Treasurer for Friends of the Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve and is a proud supporter and volunteer with many area organizations.

Mallory Dean (Director)

While my husband Chris and I are not native Houstonians, we got here as fast as we could! We are both graduates of Texas A&M with degrees in Economics. Our family moved to Timbergrove in 2019 and have loved living in such a kind and friendly community. We enjoy spending as much time as possible outside with our three year old twin girls and four year old son. After the dreadful freeze of 2021, we recognize how great neighbors can come together and take care of each other in uncertain times. I look forward to meeting other neighbors in Timbergrove and serving our community.

Rafael (Ralph) DeAyala (Director)

Ralph grew up in the Memorial area of Houston. He and his husband Jared originally moved to Timbergrove in 2013, and moved into their second home two years ago, in Section 5. He received his B.A. in biology from UT Austin, his M.D. from UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. He currently has a busy practice at Memorial Hermann in Memorial City. Ralph has two daughters and so far, three grandchildren. He and Jared love meeting new Timbergrove neighbors and consider it the best neighborhood in Houston. They travel when time permits and enjoy spending time with family and their dog Albert.