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🙏 A Grateful Thank You to Our Committee Members

We extend our deepest appreciation to all committee members who dedicate their time, energy, and talents to enrich life in Cottonwood. Your service strengthens our community, fosters connection, and helps make this neighborhood a place we’re proud to call home.

🏡 Cottonwood Board Members

  • President: Linda Avila 📞 361-443-3468

  • Vice President: Linda Avila 📞 361-443-3468

  • Secretary: Carolyn Teer 📞 956-245-7779

  • Treasurer: Glenn Rice 📞 918-640-5204

  • Member at Large: Ray Statler 📞 574-849-4610

 

🎉 Activities Committee

Creates and promotes fun, engaging events for residents. Click here is see upcoming activities

  • Shari Gearhart — 📞 903-423-5565 Chair

  • Jan Ogden — 📞 956-792-2291

 

🏗️ Cottonwood Architecture Committees

Cottonwood Architecture:  Approves new house builds and architectural changes to existing buildings on Cottonwood.

  • Steve Evans — 📞 956-256-4937

  • Paul Wilkes — 📞 334-429-1964

  • Mike Zarletti — 📞 956-622-8491

  • Barb Zarletti — 📞 262-215-6797

Fairways Architecture:  Approves new build and changes on Fairway based on the Fairways Covenants.

  • David Gearhart — 📞 972-824-3688

  • Sergio Martinez — 📞 956-742-5082

  • Frank Gonzales — 📞 956-454-4144

  • Wilma Esparza — 📞 210-684-1154

  • Dennis Teague — 📞 916-214-1661

 

💰 Audit & Budget Committee

This committee proposes a budget based on past history to keep cost down while providing savings for future need.

  • Jack Holtzberger — 📞 605-999-8644

  • Zinnia Calderin — 📞 956-491-2974

 

🗳️ Ballot Committee

This committee ensures that the association's elections are conducted with fairness, transparency and accuracy. They are in charge of organizing and overseeing the entire voting process from creating election procedures and counting ballots to announcing final election results.

  • Alison Weldon — 📞 956-343-1552

  • Helen Gilley — 📞 816-390-4737

  • Judy Venkus — 📞 209-781-5305

  • Bill Postma — 📞 219-743-8425

  • Ruth Dyker — 📞 586-255-4080

  • Dan Dunn — 📞 956-230-4087

 

📣 Communications Committee

Manages website, Facebook, calendar, and resident directory.

  • Shari Gearhart — 📞 903-423-5565 Chair

  • Jim Dagati — 📞 847-867-8653 Website Admin

 

🎨 Decorating Committee

Decorates for major community events.

  • Berdie Cox — 📞 314-603-1139

  • Julie Garcia — 📞 956-792-4060

  • Jan Ogden — 📞 956-792-2291

 

🎶 Entertainment Committee

Organizes events and hires entertainment.

  • Berdie Cox — 📞 314-603-1139

  • Jan McDonald — 📞 309-236-4571

  • Zinnia Calderin — 📞 956-491-2974

  • Frank Avila — 📞 361-443-3465

  • Linda Avila — 📞 361-443-3468

 

🌱 Garden Committee

Monitors and organizes the use of the Community Garden.

  • Carlos Cantu — 📞 361-455-5061

  • Gerald Haak — 📞 956-423-3193

  • Frances Purvis (Secretary) — 📞 956-873-3999

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🛍️ Garage Sale Committee

Coordinates Cottonwood’s two annual garage sales—held on the 2nd Saturday of March and November.

  • Shari Gearhart — 📞 903-423-5565

Our Cottonwood Garage Sales are more than just a great way to clear out clutter—they’re a vital fundraiser that helps us purchase items outside the normal budget, from event supplies to beautification projects. We typically earn $3,000 to $5,000 per year, thanks to the generosity and teamwork of our residents.

We need helping hands to:

  • Sort donations

  • Price items

  • Assist on the day of the sale

Whether you have an hour or a whole afternoon, your time makes a big difference—and it’s a fun way to connect with neighbors while supporting our community.

⛳ Golf Committee

This team helps manage and support Cottonwood’s 9-hole golf course, coordinating volunteers, monitoring course conditions, and enhancing the golfing experience for all residents.

  • Jan McDonald — 📞 309-236-4571
    Pro Shop Manager; determines course closures due to weather or maintenance; Volunteer Coordinator

  • Fred Gilley

  • Brian Hunsacker

  • Jim Livingston — 📞 956-544-8088

📚 Library Committee

This committee lovingly maintains and organizes the books, magazines, and materials available in our community library—making sure residents always have access to a welcoming space for reading, learning, and quiet reflection.

  • Barb McVea — 📞 616-218-8020 Chair

  • Judy Venckus — 📞 209-781-5305

 

🗳️ Nominating Committee

This committee plays a vital role in Cottonwood’s leadership by overseeing the election process. They identify, recruit, evaluate, and recommend qualified candidates for the Board of Directors in preparation for upcoming elections—ensuring our community continues to thrive with thoughtful, dedicated leadership.

  • Judy Venckus — 📞 209-781-5305 Chair

  • Linda Avila — 📞 361-443-3468

  • Dick Smith — 📞 956-341-988

 

📜 Policy & Procedure Committee

This committee reviews existing policies and proposes thoughtful updates to help improve life in Cottonwood. Their work ensures that our guidelines stay relevant, fair, and supportive of a thriving community.

  • Vivian Finch — 📞 956-564-2327

  • Carolyn Teer — 📞 956-245-7779

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​🏊 Pool Committee
This committee meets regularly to oversee the maintenance, safety, and overall upkeep of the Cottonwood community pool— ensuring it remains a clean, welcoming space for relaxation and recreation.
•     Frank Avila — 📞 361-443-3465 Chair
•     Jill Holtzberger — 📞 605-999-8644
•     David Gearhart — 📞 972-824-3688
•     Jerry Morhain — 📞 660-620-1192
•     Jim Livingston — 📞 956-554-8088

•     William (Dick) Krahl — 📞 309-323-3448

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🚨 Safety Committee

This committee monitors safety concerns throughout the Cottonwood community and proposes practical solutions to improve well-being for all residents. From lighting and walkways to emergency preparedness, their work helps ensure a secure and comfortable environment.

  • Sandra Smith — 📞 956-793-9936

  • Richard Smith — 📞 956-341-9884

  • Randy Van Nostrand — 📞 918-630-1021

🌿 Landscaping Committee

This committee helps keep Cottonwood’s common areas beautiful by planting, watering, and maintaining greenery throughout the neighborhood. Their care and attention bring life and charm to our shared spaces.

  • Judy Venkus — 📞 209-781-5305 Chair

  • Joyce Loper — 📞 956-554-8088

  • Barb McVea — 📞 616-218-8020 Consultant

 

🤝 Welcome Committee

This friendly team greets all new residents, offering helpful information, answering questions, and making sure everyone feels at home in Cottonwood. Their warm welcome sets the tone for a connected and caring community.

  • Linda Avila — 📞 361-443-3468 Chair

  • Carolyn Teer — 📞 956-245-7779

  • Dorthea McKinney — 📞 956-778-1820

  • Judy Venckus — 📞 209-781-5305

  • Jan Ogden — 📞 956-792-2291​​

 

Have updates or corrections to committee listings?
📧 Please email them to
cottonwoodwebsite@yahoo.com

 

Interested in getting involved?
We’d love to have you! If you’d like to participate in one or more of the committees listed below,
📬 Send a message to
cottonwoodboard@yahoo.com and a member of that committee will reach out to you directly. Together, we make Cottonwood thrive.

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