City of El Lago

Scenes from the 2008 City Celebration

WOW, What a great time! If you missed it, then you missed a great afternoon out in absolutely perfect spring weather listening to live Zydeco music and visiting with friends and neighbors. We had a huge turnout to enjoy the crawfish, catfish, redbeans and rice cooked and provided by Jeff Hicks and his staff from Boondoggles. The hot dogs were great as usual due to the expert grilling by the Clear Lake Masonic Lodge. And, if you were one of the lucky ones, then you got to taste the crab stuffed jalapenos from Valdos. Many, many thanks to Jon and Jennifer Smith of Xtreme Electrical for providing all the yummy deserts – what a spread. Of course, we cannot say thank you enough to all those residents and vendors who so generously contributed money, supplies and time. Please remember to say thanks to the following when you see them…

Donations: AmeriWaste - Trash Receptacles; Bay Area Meat Market - Corn for the crawfish boil; Boondoggles - Crawfish, Catfish, Redbeans and Rice, Condiments; Classic Café - Hot Dogs, Buns, Potatoes; Clear Creek Equipment Rental - 2 generators; Clear Lake Masonic Lodge – Cooks; Sign Town - Glendora M. Hill Day banner; Valdo’s - Stuffed Jalapeños and chips; Xtreme Electric - All Deserts

Financial contributions were provided by: Bosone Automotive, Brooks Concrete, Buccaneer Construction, El Lago Committee, El Lago Estates Civic Corp., Garson Silvers, Harris County WCID #50, the Montandon Family (Glendora Hill’s family), Natalie Ong and the Taylorcrest Community Association.

The event was extra special as the day had been declared Glendora M. Hill Day after the late City Councilwoman and Mayor Pro Tem. She was a wonderful lady and will be sorely missd by all.

Also thank yous go to Mayor Brad Emel, the members of City Council: Natalie Ong, Amy Carr, John Tull, David Noffsinger and Jeff Tave; and last but not least a special thank you to City Secretary Ann Vernon and Court Administrator Brenda Klingle.

A very big thanks to the City of El Lago Maintenance Team, Felix Marquez and Luis Perez, for all the outstanding jobs they did before, during and after to make sure the celebration was a success.

The pictures below were provided by El Lago resident Al Ong and City of El Lago Webmaster Clive Taylor.

Glendora M. Hill Day

By order of Mayor Brad Emel, Saturday, April 5, 2008, was declared Glendora M. Hill Day in honor of the late Mayor Pro Tem and longtime El Lago resident. She was a tireless worker for the City of El Lago, both as a member of Council and a volunteer. Many events held in the City are the direct result of the efforts of Mrs. Hill, including the Fourth of July Parade and celebration, the Candles in the Park ceremony, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt and the El Lago Historical Society.

Mayor Brad Emel and City Council

It was a very emotional time for the members of the El Lago City Council and Mayor Emel as they read the proclamation declaring Saturday, June 5, 2008, as Glendora M. Hill Day. From left, Council members Jeff Tave, John Tully, Natalie Ong, Amy Carr, David Noffsinger and Mayor Brad Emel.

Mayor Brad Emel

Mayor Brad Emel welcomes everyone to this year's celebration.

The proposed community center

The preliminary plan for the the new El Lago Community Center was available for viewing.

El Lago resident Gaye Wylie and Justice of Peace Candidate Holly Williamson

El Lago resident Gaye Wylie and Justice of the Peace candidate Holly Williamson.

The line started inside...

The line for food started outside...

...and stretched outside.

Great turnout

Thanks to all those that attended.

Great turnout

The Zydeco band

The Zydeco band was great and kept everyone well entertained.

Mayor Brad Emel and City Maintenance Supervisor Felix Marquez

Luis Perez and Councilman David Noffsinger

City maintenance man Luis Perez (left) and Councilman David Noffsinger (right).

Court Administrator Brenda Klingle

Court Administrator Brenda Klingle.

City Secretart Ann Vernon and City of El Lago Webmaster Clive Taylor

El Lago City Secretary Ann Vernon and City of El Lago Webmaster Clive Taylor

The Ulrickson family

Julie, Liv and Chris Ulrickson enjoying the activities.

Don't need those coats anymore

Don't need those coats anymore!!

Walker Strahan with father Alan Strahan, friend Katherine Lamphear and sister Mykala Strahan

Walker Strahan, his father Alan, friend Catherine Lamphear and sister Mykala enjoy the

lovely day.

Step aside -- here comes the train!!

Watch those toes!!

Next stop...

All aboard!!

The climbng tower was back

The climbing wall was again very popular.

And was as popular as ever

Thanks for attending!!

Lots of fun

The slide was a favorite

Everyone had a wonderful time!!

Everyone had a wonderful time.

It was a lovely day in spite of the early clouds

It's turned out to be a beautiful day after the clouds burned off.

Many thanks to the fine folks at Xtreme Electrical

Many thanks to the fine folks at Xtreme Electrical for their help and donations

for this year's celebration.

Good eats!!

Everyone had a great time!!

Thanks to Xtreme Electrical for all the sweet treats

Thanks to Xtreme Electrical for all the sweet treats!!

Councilwoman Natalie Ong and her husband Al

Great turnout!!

Thanks to the volunteers who worked hard and long to make the Celebration great

Hot dogs under construction

Thanks to all those who attended

It's time to eat

Happy faces

Happy faces!!

More happy faces!!

I'm sure glad they didn't leave me at home!!

City of El Lago Webmaster Clive Taylor

"No, you can't have any of mine."

They even put the Mayor to work!!

Having a great time

Lending a hand!!

What happened to the Keys Club??

The Keys Club building is gone and plans are being made for its replacement --

the El Lago Community Center. It'll be the home for the El Lago Swim and Racquet Club!