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4655 Techniplex Dr. Suite 300, Stafford, Texas 77477 E-Mail: [email protected]• Website: www.fortbendstar.com Office: 281-690-4200 • Fax: 281-690-4250 • TOLL FREE 1-888-430-7478 The Fort Bend / Southwest STAR Family Owned and Locally Operated • An Official Fort Bend County Newspaper Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Volume XXXIV • No. 27 DIRECTOR, continued on page 8 WHEN, continued on page 12 iPAD PROGRAM, continued on page 8 GOLF, continued on page 13 By LeaAnne Klentzman A law enforcement pursuit travels from Fort Bend County into Houston, then back out to Fort Bend County, then coasts to a stop near Beasley. Early last Friday morning Sheriff’s patrol deputy Glen St Hillaire and his trainee Matt Gobar were rolling and patrolling along FM 1092. Just shy of 3 a.m., they witnessed a car committing a traffic violation on FM 1092 near Stafford. The deputies attempted to stop the violator but she took off as the driver, later identified as Elizabeth Louise Wilson, 30, of Missouri City, sped away. As the deputies gave chase, she wound her way through Stafford neighborhoods eventually hitting US 90A where she traveled eastbound at high rates of speed. According to Sheriff’s spokesman Bob Haenel, Wilson traveled eastbound on US 90A until she got to Loop 610. He said, at Fannin street Wilson exited, made a U-turn, and began driving back westbound on the Loop. Wilson got off the 610 Loop at 59 southbound and headed back to Fort Bend County. Haenel said, “Several agencies became involved in the chase, which, at times, reached 100 mph.” As the chase parade approached the Brazos River Turnaround deputies laid out spikes across the driving lanes near Crabb River Road. Haenel said, “Wilson’s vehicle hit the spikes, but she continued driving southwest on U.S. 59 with law enforcement vehicles giving chase.” As a result of that activity three patrol cars were damaged. The chase continued southbound past Richmond, past Rosenberg and came to a stop as her vehicle veered off of U.S. 59 near Isleib Road near Beasley. Haenel said her front tires were down to bare metal. Although stopped along the road, Wilson refused to surrender to deputies, locking herself in Elizabeth Wilson FBISD hires new Athletic Director Another pursuit ends near Beasley as woman locks herself in car her car. Eventually after she refused to open the door or window, deputies shattered a window to get to Wilson. When the window shattered, Wilson sustained minor cuts and was taken to Oak Bend Medical Center in Richmond said Haenel where she was later released back into custody of deputies and taken to jail. Elizabeth Wilson was charged with Evading Arrest, Possession of Marijuana; and Driving While Under the Influence. Wilson has been released on bond. See DAILY news updates: www.FortBendStar.com “Belles of the Ball” danced the night away Photo courtesy of Missouri City More than 300 dads and daughters enjoyed a memorable event on Sat., Feb. 11, at Missouri City’s 16th annual Dad & Daughter Dance. The theme for this year’s event was “Princess Ball” and the lovely ladies were treated to an evening fit for a princess, including dinner, dancing and a ride in a horse-drawn, lighted carriage that came with blankets to ward off the evening chill. The pre-Valentine’s Day evening of fun was a special opportunity for the girls to spend a night out with dad. Most dads said the evening was a magical moment that will last a lifetime. These girls head to the “Princess Ball” in style with their dad. Scan with your smart phone to launch website Recently, a young man had an old cell phone he wanted to sell. So, in some of today’s most advanced technology he sent word to friends and acquain- tances that he had a phone for sale. Bingo! He got a bite. A friend of a friend set up a meeting in a parking lot of FM 1464 so the two could meet and exchange the phone for cash. Well, as you can imagine…. The entrepreneur fell victim to a man with a gun. Not only did the gun wield- ing robber get his old cell phone, he got his new one, his backpack, and his wallet. Man, it’s tough to make a buck these days, especially in a parking lot. DUMB CRIMINAL OF THE WEEK By LeaAnne Klentzman Felony stupid Entrepreneurs can be tough By Betsy Dolan Calling them "digital natives in a digital age", the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees voted to equip students with iPads as part of a controversial $18 million dollar program to boost science scores district wide. The iACHIEVE initiative will involve three Title 1 pilot schools to start with 12 other schools added next year and the remaining 47 schools added in the 2013- 2014 school year. "This board recognizes that there are achievement gaps in certain schools," said Trustee Marilyn Glover. "We have groups who accuse the schools from the east end of dragging the district down. This is an opportunity to put up or shut up." In January 2011, the district began investigating whether using technology in the classroom, specifically hand-held devices, could help improve science achievement scores for K-8 students. TAKS scores from 2006 to 2011 show a significant decline in science performance in the district, particularly with at-risk students. In an email to district employees obtained by the "Fort Bend Star", district Superintendent Dr. Timothy Jenney wrote, "This program is built upon the integration of science content and technology and relies upon mobile technology devices to bring daily rigorous and relevant science lessons to our students in their home school classrooms." The Board of Trustees say the money to launch the iACHIEVE program will come from reallocated bond money, a $6 million dollar technology grant and a $1 million dollar donation from the George Foundation. Several parents addressed the board at the February 13 meeting to protest spending $18 million dollars on iPads when the district is still reeling from budgetary cutbacks and teacher layoffs over the past two years. "We would love all students to use iPads", said Jenny Bailey, whose children attend Fort Bend ISD schools. "But is spending $18 million dollars an efficient use of the district's resources? Shouldn't we be looking at ways to spend less?" "Education does not require bells and whistles. It requires a mind, creativity and a pencil", said Tammy Moreno whose children attend Cornerstone Elementary. "$18 million could go a long way in accommodating our Fort Bend ISD approves $18M for iPad program Numbers need to add up to trend down By LeaAnne Klentzman Crime is down! Crime is down! A statement shouted from the roofs of many police agencies bragging about the downward trend of crime in their respective jurisdictions. So what does that really mean? Is crime really down or is the way police are reporting it trending it downward? Are there really fewer burglaries? Thefts? Home invasion robberies? Shopliftings? Police administrators will tell you yes. However, keep in mind that cities all across America are vying for that coveted “Safest City in America” moniker. Furthermore, law enforcement officials know that their city councils, commissioner’s courts, as well as state and federal When the first liar doesn’t stand a chance By Betsy Dolan Philip O'Neal who has more than 25 years experience in education and athletics has been hired as the new Athletic Director for Fort Bend ISD. O'Neal, who was approved at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 13, is replacing Keith Kilgore who retired at the end of January. By Elsa Maxey Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen “shared that in 2011, the golf courses had 54,000 rounds of play which included 100 tournaments,” and that “Council is very proud of the support the Golf Courses have received from the community as well as the general public.” This is recorded in the Feb. 13 Quail Valley Fund meeting notes prepared and distributed by Marketing Director Susan Fox. Missouri City resident Veronica Garcia is not one of those in the community supporting the golf course, and about its operations, neither is Howard Moline, another resident. Both of them are quite vocal about the profit and losses of the golf course recently reported by the city. Garcia wants to know who approved and why the city moved money, albeit she indicates it was done legally, from one account to another. “The financial transactions that were mentioned changed the net result from a loss to a gain and that is misleading,” she states in an e-mail blast to city officials, the city manager and area media representatives. Missouri City government should manage the Quail Valley Golf Course with a clear profit objective, Moline reportedly states. He also is reported to have said that Missouri City residents are given a discount and that Missouri City propaganda? Golf course reporting of finances alleged misleading elected officials expect the crime rate to be at least steady, if not declining, after all the dollars that have been dumped into “safety” for the American citizen. UCR Reports have been hotly debated in the last three Fort Bend County sheriff’s forums. The Uniform Crime Report (UCR) is identified by the FBI as, “…a voluntary city, university and college, county, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement program that provides a nationwide view of crime based on the submission of statistics by law enforcement agencies throughout the country.” Also according to the FBI, the UCR data is a way for law enforcement to formulate their planning, resource allocation, police operations, and budgets in order to address the crime problem at various levels. Another group that utilizes the information compiled by he sees no substantial benefit to residents from subsidizing golf play for non-residents. Another point he makes is that the golf course can be viewed as generating a loss due to the debt load it assumed to purchase and reconstruct it. Essentially, the city golf students. How can you talk about closing schools while some students get iPads?" Two Trustees also expressed their concern for launching the iACHIEVE initiative this year. Susan Hohnbaum and Jim Rice, who were the only board members to vote against the plan, cautioned against moving too quickly when the district is still working to get it's financial footing. I believe this is a good program at the wrong time", said Trustee Jim Rice. "I am told that 2013 is going to be another lean year with the state legislature and now is not the time to do this." I want to see how the pilot goes", said Trustee Susan Hohnbaum. "We don't know the impact “I look forward to the opportunity to build upon the amazing academic and athletic successes attained by the student athletes and coaches of the Fort Bend ISD under Keith Kilgore’s leadership,” said Philip O’Neal. For the past three years, O'Neal has been the Executive
STARFamily Owned and Locally Operated • An Official Fort Bend County Newspaper Wednesday, February 22, 2012Volume XXXIV • No. 27
DIRECTOR, continued on page 8
WHEN, continued on page 12
iPAD PROGRAM, continued on page 8
GOLF, continued on page 13
By LeaAnne Klentzman
A law enforcement pursuit travels from Fort Bend County into Houston, then back out to Fort Bend County, then coasts to a stop near Beasley.
Early last Friday morning Sheriff’s patrol deputy Glen St Hillaire and his trainee Matt Gobar were rolling and patrolling along FM 1092. Just shy of 3 a.m., they witnessed a car committing a traffic violation on FM 1092 near Stafford.
The deputies attempted to stop the violator but she took off as the driver, later identified as Elizabeth Louise Wilson, 30, of Missouri City, sped away. As the deputies gave chase, she wound her way through Stafford
neighborhoods eventually hitting US 90A where she traveled eastbound at high rates of speed.
According to Sheriff’s spokesman Bob Haenel, Wilson traveled eastbound on US 90A until she got to Loop 610. He said, at Fannin street Wilson exited, made a U-turn, and began driving back westbound on the Loop. Wilson got off the 610 Loop at 59 southbound and headed back to Fort Bend County.
Haenel said, “Several agencies became involved in the chase, which, at times, reached 100 mph.” As the chase parade approached the Brazos River Turnaround deputies laid out spikes across the driving lanes near Crabb River Road. Haenel
said, “Wilson’s vehicle hit the spikes, but she continued driving southwest on U.S. 59 with law enforcement vehicles
giving chase.” As a result of that activity three patrol cars were damaged. The chase continued southbound past Richmond, past Rosenberg and came to a stop as her vehicle veered off of U.S. 59 near Isleib Road near Beasley. Haenel said her front tires were down to bare metal.
Although stopped along the road, Wilson refused to surrender to deputies, locking herself in
Elizabeth Wilson
FBISD hires new Athletic Director
Another pursuit ends near Beasley as woman locks herself in carher car. Eventually after she refused to open the door or window, deputies shattered a window to get to Wilson. When the window shattered, Wilson sustained minor cuts and was taken to Oak Bend Medical Center in Richmond
said Haenel where she was later released back into custody of deputies and taken to jail.
Elizabeth Wilson was charged with Evading Arrest, Possession of Marijuana; and Driving While Under the Influence. Wilson has been released on bond.
See DAILY news updates: www.FortBendStar.com
“Belles of the Ball” danced the night away
Photo courtesy of Missouri City
More than 300 dads and daughters enjoyed a memorable event on Sat., Feb. 11, at Missouri City’s 16th annual Dad & Daughter Dance. The theme for this year’s event was “Princess Ball” and the lovely ladies were treated to an evening fit for a princess, including dinner, dancing and a ride in a horse-drawn, lighted carriage that came with blankets to ward off the evening chill. The pre-Valentine’s Day evening of fun was a special opportunity for the girls to spend a night out with dad. Most dads said the evening was a magical moment that will last a lifetime. These girls head to the “Princess Ball” in style with their dad.
Scan with your smart phone to launch website
Recently, a young man had an old cell phone he wanted to sell.
So, in some of today’s most advanced technology he sent word to friends and acquain-tances that he had a phone for sale.
Bingo! He got a bite. A friend of a friend set up a
meeting in a parking lot of FM 1464 so the two could meet and exchange the phone for cash.
Well, as you can imagine…. The entrepreneur fell victim to a man with a gun.
Not only did the gun wield-ing robber get his old cell phone, he got his new one, his backpack, and his wallet.
Man, it’s tough to make a buck these days, especially in a parking lot.
DUMB
CRIMINALOF THE WEEK
By LeaAnne Klentzman
Felony stupidEntrepreneurs can be tough
By Betsy Dolan
Calling them "digital natives in a digital age", the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees voted to equip students with iPads as part of a controversial $18 million dollar program to boost science scores district wide. The iACHIEVE initiative will involve three Title 1 pilot schools to start with 12 other schools added next year and the remaining 47 schools added in the 2013- 2014 school year.
"This board recognizes that there are achievement gaps in certain schools," said Trustee Marilyn Glover. "We have groups who accuse the schools from the east end of dragging the district down. This is an opportunity to put up or shut up."
In January 2011, the district began investigating
whether using technology in the classroom, specifically hand-held devices, could help improve science achievement scores for K-8 students. TAKS scores from 2006 to 2011 show a significant decline in science performance in the district, particularly with at-risk students. In an email to district employees obtained by the "Fort Bend Star", district Superintendent Dr. Timothy Jenney wrote, "This program is built upon the integration of science content and technology and relies upon mobile technology devices to bring daily rigorous and relevant science lessons to our students in their home school classrooms."
The Board of Trustees say the money to launch the iACHIEVE program will come from reallocated bond money, a $6 million dollar
technology grant and a $1 million dollar donation from the George Foundation. Several parents addressed the board at the February 13 meeting to protest spending $18 million dollars on iPads when the district is still reeling from budgetary cutbacks and teacher layoffs over the past two years.
"We would love all students to use iPads", said Jenny Bailey, whose children attend Fort Bend ISD schools. "But is spending $18 million dollars an efficient use of the district's resources? Shouldn't we be looking at ways to spend less?"
"Education does not require bells and whistles. It requires a mind, creativity and a pencil", said Tammy Moreno whose children attend Cornerstone Elementary. "$18 million could go a long way in accommodating our
Fort Bend ISD approves $18M for iPad program
Numbers need to add up to trend downBy LeaAnne Klentzman
Crime is down! Crime is down! A statement shouted from the roofs of many police agencies bragging about the downward trend of crime in their respective jurisdictions.
So what does that really mean? Is crime really down or is the way police are reporting it trending it downward? Are there really fewer burglaries? Thefts? Home invasion robberies? Shopliftings? Police administrators will tell you yes.
However, keep in mind that cities all across America are vying for that coveted “Safest City in America” moniker. Furthermore, law enforcement officials know that their city councils, commissioner’s courts, as well as state and federal
When the first liar doesn’t stand a chance
By Betsy Dolan
Philip O'Neal who has more than 25 years experience in education and athletics has been hired as the new Athletic Director for Fort Bend ISD. O'Neal, who was approved at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 13, is replacing Keith Kilgore who retired at the end of January.
By Elsa Maxey
Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen “shared that in 2011, the golf courses had 54,000 rounds of play which included 100 tournaments,” and that “Council is very proud of the support the Golf Courses have received from the community as well as the general public.”
This is recorded in the Feb. 13 Quail Valley Fund meeting notes prepared and distributed by Marketing Director Susan Fox.
Missouri City resident Veronica Garcia is not one of those in the community supporting the golf course, and about its operations, neither is Howard Moline, another resident. Both of them are
quite vocal about the profit and losses of the golf course recently reported by the city.
Garcia wants to know who approved and why the city moved money, albeit she indicates it was done legally, from one account to another. “The financial transactions that were mentioned changed the net result from a loss to a gain
and that is misleading,” she states in an e-mail blast to city officials, the city manager and area media representatives.
Missouri City government should manage the Quail Valley Golf Course with a clear profit objective, Moline reportedly states. He also is reported to have said that Missouri City residents are given a discount and that
Missouri City propaganda?Golf course reporting of finances alleged misleading
elected officials expect the crime rate to be at least steady, if not declining, after all the dollars that have been dumped into “safety” for the American citizen.
UCR Reports have been hotly debated in the last three Fort Bend County sheriff’s forums. The Uniform Crime Report (UCR) is identified by the FBI as, “…a voluntary city, university and college, county, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement program that provides a nationwide view of crime based on the submission of statistics by law enforcement agencies throughout the country.” Also according to the FBI, the UCR data is a way for law enforcement to formulate their planning, resource allocation, police operations, and budgets in order to address the crime problem at various levels.
Another group that utilizes the information compiled by
he sees no substantial benefit to residents from subsidizing golf play for non-residents. Another point he makes is that the golf course can be viewed as generating a loss due to the debt load it assumed to purchase and reconstruct it.
Essentially, the city golf
students. How can you talk about closing schools while some students get iPads?"
Two Trustees also expressed their concern for launching the iACHIEVE initiative this year. Susan Hohnbaum and Jim Rice, who were the only board members to vote against the plan, cautioned against moving too quickly when the district is still working to get it's financial footing.
I believe this is a good program at the wrong time", said Trustee Jim Rice. "I am told that 2013 is going to be another lean year with the state legislature and now is not the time to do this."
I want to see how the pilot goes", said Trustee Susan Hohnbaum. "We don't know the impact
“I look forward to the opportunity to build upon the amazing academic and athletic successes attained by the student athletes and coaches of the Fort Bend ISD under Keith Kilgore’s leadership,” said Philip O’Neal.
For the past three years, O'Neal has been the Executive
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Stafford Spartans celebrate an undefeated season and more
Congratulations to the 7th grade boys at Stafford Middle School. Not only did the 7th grade boys A team football go undefeated, so did the 7th grade boys A & B basketball teams. This is a first in Stafford Middle School
history that the basketball and football teams achieved an undefeated season.
The 7th grade basketball team finished their season with a victory against Wharton, winning their district. The Stafford High
School basketball team plays Smithville for the Bi-District round of State Playoffs.
Friday, February 24, Stafford Elementary is celebrating “Go Texan Day.” Students may wear western style clothing such as: cowboy boots, hats, vests, shirts and jeans (please no guns) to show off their Texas heritage.
Don’t forget that on Thursday, March 8, all Stafford schools will be hosting an Open House with the theme “Imagine, Explore, Discover.” Elementary campuses welcome parents from 6:00 - 7:00pm and the Secondary Campuses from 7:00 - 8:00pm. In addition, all SMSD libraries will host a Book Fair. Please stop by and see what sparks your imagination.
Sartartia MS Advanced Drama Group presents ALICE
Sartartia Middle School’s Advanced Drama Group will present the play, Alice, by Jerome McDonaugh on Thursday, February 23, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm; and Friday, February 24, from 7:00-8:00 pm, at the campus, 8125 Homeward Way in Sugar Land.
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased on campus from Mrs. Wallace, in Room 208, or at the door prior to the evening performances.
All proceeds from the show will be donated to Parks Youth Ranch, a Fort Bend County organization that supports homeless teens.
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will host TxDOT in 2012 on Thursday, February 23, 2012 with Michael
Alford, P.E. Alford is the Texas Department of Transportation’s new Houston District Engineer that will oversee the six-county Houston District including Fort Bend County. The breakfast will be held at The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, Sugar Land, from 7:30 – 9:00 AM.
Individual Member Reservation available for $25 - Non-Member Reservation available for $35 – At the door for $40. Register today at www.FortBendChamber.com or con-tact Farrah Gandhi at 281-566-2152 or [email protected].
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I’ve tried to be nice....When I read about what the sheriff can-didates say in the various forums they have attended, I have a hard time keeping from exploding.
This week I just couldn’t help it. I have several comments after reading LeaAnne Klentzman’s story about the latest forum.
• Billy Frank Teague prom-ised to make sure the sheriff’s department co-operate with the other agencies in Fort Bend. Several police agencies have complained for years about the lack of co-operation they receive
from the sheriff’s department. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard those complaints and have personally witnessed them many times myself. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s office is held in very low esteem by most of the agencies in Fort Bend. Now I’m sure that next week the sheriff’s department will put extreme pressure on dif-ferent departments to reject this notion, but be warned. I know exactly what the other depart-ments have said and I will print everything I know if you deny
bad. It’s already started.• And lastly, as far as Brady’s
seven children, someone needs to ask him about getting a jailer who worked for him pregnant, divorcing his wife of over 30 years, marrying the former jailer, then promoting her to detective within months without benefit of testing for the job or anything else. Then recently, she was pro-moted to a job that never existed, doesn’t have a reason to exist, and no one at the sheriff’s depart-ment knows what the job is. She did not test, nor was the job post-ed. I guess they are getting every last penny of tax money before the voters show them the door.
Some of you will complain that I am attacking someone for their personal life. Let me remind you that the personal life involves sex with an underling, no pun intended, and in some cases this is tantamount to sexual harassment. Then it involves spending tax money to increase the salary of your wife who did not earn the promotion in any way that someone else could.
Unfairly promoting your wife crosses the line from per-sonal life to public records.
B.K. Carter is the owner/publisher of the Fort Bend/Southwest Star. She can be reached at [email protected].
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your former complaints to me.Billy Frank Teague is cor-
rect in acknowledging that this is a problem. What is the shame is the amount of tax money that is wasted by conflicts between agencies.
• Furthermore, when Craig Brady says he has the knowl-edge, etc., etc. to CONTINUE to do the job, he is inferring that he has been doing it for the past 8 years. I wonder why we have been paying Sheriff Wright $100,000 per year when Brady has been doing his job? Brady has made this claim a cornerstone of his campaign, this continuing to do the job. Yet at times he has blamed
Sheriff Wright for sev-eral administrative actions he knows is wrong--one example being a gang task force. He has claimed that Wright would not let him start one. I get it. Take credit of anything good; blame Wright for anything
Couple being sought by Sugar Land Police
Sugar Land police are looking for a white couple with two young girls who used stolen debit and credit cards to purchase more than $900 in merchandise at local businesses.
A 26-year-old woman said she lost her wallet at Macy’s, 16511 Southwest Freeway, on Jan. 17. She set the wallet down to shop, and it was gone when she looked back. The wallet contained cash, a credit card and a debit card.
Later that day, her missing credit card was used at the same Macy’s store, and an unsuccessful transaction was
attempted at a nearby Target, 16300 Southwest Freeway. The woman’s debit card was used to make purchases at the Target store and several locations outside Sugar Land.
Surveillance cameras at Target captured video of the suspects exiting the store. They are described as a white man and woman in their early to mid 30s with two young girls.
Anyone with information should call the Sugar Land Police Department at (281) 275-2540 or Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers at (281) 342-TIPS (8477).
DIRK has to be the happiest dog ever. He loves to run, jump and play fetch. He is very sweet and very affectionate. Dirk needs a fam-ily that has time to play with him with and small yard to run around in. His kisses are like magic and he can brighten your day with his smile and spunk. Come meet Dirk and you will surely fall in love. For more info on any of our adoptable dogs please go to www.anniesangelsrescue.com. You can also see many of our dogs at the Petsmart in Missouri City on Saturdays. NOTE: Please donate dry dog food to Annie's Angels at Petsmart in Missouri City on Saturdays from 12-5.
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Fort Bend Wine and Cheese event set for this weekend
Local sponsors are lining up for the Fort Bend County’s Division of the American Heart Association’s annual Wine and Cheese Event from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, February 24 at Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464.
Host Sponsor is Safari Texas Ranch. Underwriting and selecting the wines featured that evening are the 2012 Wine Sponsors Jan and Lee Leaman, Alice and Martin Weir and Karen and Richard McCarter.
“The event is an opportunity for Fort Bend County citizens to support the American Heart Association in its efforts to cure heart disease and stroke in our lifetime,” explains
Karen McCarter, president of the board of directors. Heart disease is still the number one killer of men and women in the United States.
A popular Fort Bend County tradition, the event features a variety of special items in the live and silent auctions. Among the live auction items is an electric guitar autographed by legendary Rock ‘n Roll band ZZ Top.
Tickets are $30 and are available at the door. Tickets may be pre-purchased for $25 from any board member. Sponsorships at several levels are welcome and for more information contact Karen McCarter (281) 341-5078.
Chamber to host TxDOT February 23 with Michael Alford
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To place an ad in The Fort Bend County Worship Directory 281-690-4200
SOUTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH • 281-499-23104200 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, 77459 Worship Service: 9:00am and 11:15am Sunday School: 10:15am www.southminpres.org
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HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH • 281-403-49942223 FM1092 • Missouri City, TX 77459 Dr. Charles Murphy, Pastor Sunday Bible Study 9:30am - 6:00pm Sunday Worship 10:45am - 7:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Bible Study / AWANA "A Place To Call Home" - www.hbctx.org
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MURPHY RD. CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-261-52162025 FM 1092 • Missouri City Sunday Worship: 9:30am - 5:00pm Bible Classes: Sunday 10:45am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm www.murphyroadchurch.org
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-499-35023900 Lexington Blvd., Missori City, TX 77459 Sunday Worship: 8:30am, 9:45am, 11:00am Open Skies Worship: 8:30am • www.fumcmc.org Sunday School All Ages 9:45am
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-980-68883300 Austin Parkway • Sugar Land, TX 77479 Sunday Worship: 8:15am - 9:45am - 11:05am the hub - 11:00am Sunday School for all ages - 9:45am www.cumcsl.org
METHODIST CHURCH FISHERS OF MEN LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) • 281-242-77112011 Austin Parkway - Sugar Land, TX 77479 www.fishersofmen.org Sunday Worship: 8:30am - 11:00am Sunday School classes for ages 2 & up: 9:40am
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SUGAR LAND CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-561-088115590 Voss Road • Sugar Land • www.slcoc.org Sunday Worship Services: 7:00am • 10am • 5pm Bible Study (all ages): Sun. 9am & Wed. 7pm Tuesday Seniors' Bible Study: 10am
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) • 281-499-76111424 FM 1092 Rd., Missouri City, 77459 Worship w/Holy Communion: 8:00 & 10:30 am Education hour for all ages: 9:15am www.newhopelc.org
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BRIGHTON CHURCH • 281-988-775511925 SW Frwy 59 • Stafford (Between W. Airport and Murphy Rd.) Sunday Worship: 10:30am www.brightonhouston.org • Refreshing & Relevant
FREEDOM CHURCH • 281-240-1055121 Wood ST. • Sugar Land, TX 77498 Sunday Worship: 11:00am www.facebook.com/freedomchurchintl Pastor - Bryan Eggenbeger
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Funeral services for Edwin Jacob Franek, 72 , of Rich-mond, were be held at 11:00 A. M., Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at St. John Fisher Catho-lic Church in Richmond with Father Manuel La Rosa-Lopez officiating. Interment followed in Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg.
Visitation was held from 5:00 P. M. until 8:00 P. M., with a rosary being recited at 7:00 P. M., Monday, Feb-ruary 20, 2012 at Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Chapel in Rosenberg.
Edwin was born August 27, 1939 to Stephen Namas Franek and Mary Ann (Gajdosik) Franek on the family farm in Need-ville. He passed away February 16, 2012 in Sugar Land.
The third in a family of sev-en, Edwin is preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Mary Ann Franek; his younger sister, Evelyn Mary Stewart; and his father-in-law, Willie Stock.
He is survived by his lov-ing wife of 44 years, Joyce; daughter, Nancy Franek and grandchildren, Kayla and T. J. of Rosenberg; daughter, Sharon Gonzales and husband, Steve, of Richmond; eldest sister, Nina Boren of West Columbia; eldest brother, Gerald David Franek and wife, Lorine, of Wharton;
younger siblings, Lois Tackwell of Lake Jackson, Ted Franek and wife, Sheri, of Katy, and Iris White and hus-band, Royd, of West Columbia; his highly respected and adored mother-in-law, Ev-elyn Stock; brother-in-law, Randy Stock
and wife, Kelly; sister-in-law, Kay Lynn Hand and husband, Walter; numerous nieces and nephews; along with other rela-tives and many friends.
Pallbearers will include Chris Franek, David Franek, Curtis Hand, Jason Hand, Ran-dy Stock and Tim White.
Words of condolence may be left for the Franek family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com.
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HARRY MATTHEWS WILKINSON, age 90, of Sugar Land, Texas, passed away Mon-day, February 20, 2012.
Harry was the youngest and last surviving member of the William Clark Wilkinson and Anna Flor-ence Reynolds family. He was born near Throckmorton, Texas, January 2, 1922, and was a 1950 graduate of Oklahoma A&M Col-lege, Stillwater, Oklahoma, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.
Harry served in the military for four years during World War II, and separated from the U.S. Army Air Corp as a pilot with rank of Captain. He was a thirty-four year employee of Shell Oil and is best remembered for his work in the
early development of Codes and Standards for the design and con-struction of offshore pipelines.
He was preceded in death by his parents and seven brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of forty years, Thea; daughters, Monique Caceres and her husband David, and Linda Moore and her husband Mat-thew Cyvas; grandchildren, Da-vid Reynolds Caceres, Amber Smith and her husband Robert, and Andrew and Stephen Cyvas; and great-grandsons, Brody and Ryder Smith.
Friends are cordially invited to a family gathering at the Wilkin-son’s residence, Thursday, Feb-ruary 23, 2012, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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ANGELITA G. VELA was born on August 2, 1931 to Gre-gorio Guajardo and Librada Ol-guin on a ranch outside of Refu-gio, Texas, one of six sisters and three brothers.
The family lived in various places in south Texas, finally settling in Brownsville. She married Robert G. Vela in 1948. They had eight chil-dren.
In 1961, shortly be-fore Hurricane Carla, the family moved to Sugar Land. Six years later, they settled in Stafford, where she lived for the rest of her life.
In 1968, Angelita began working for Texas Instruments, a job which she loved. Retiring in 1991, she spent her time traveling, enjoying her family, and going to church. Until she became ill, Angelita prayed her Rosary every day and attended weekly Mass in her par-ish, Holy Family Church.
She was predeceased by her parents; her beloved in-laws, Martin and Manuela Vela of El Calaboz, Texas; her son, Martin Vela of Stafford; her grandson, Robert Anthony Vela of Bei-jing, China; her sister, Margar-ita Villarreal of Mathis, Texas; her brother, Santiago Guajardo of Altus, Oklahoma; and her brother, Manuel Guajardo of
Huntsville, Texas. Angelita is survived by her
husband, Robert G. Vela of Stafford; son, Robert and Hope Vela of Sugarland; daughter, Norma and Elmer Hall of Flower Mound, Texas; daughter-in-law Kathy Vela of San Antonio; son, Raymond Vela of Stafford; son, William Vela of Stafford;
daughter, Melinda Vela of Fresno; daugh-ter, Yvette and Joe Longoria of Fresno; daughter, Yvonne Vela of Stafford; 19 grand-children and 20 great-children; brother, Gregorio and Diana Guajardo of Mer-cedes, Texas; sister, Isabel Montemayor of
McMinnville, Oregon; sister, So-fia Gomez of Los, Fresnos; sister, Fela Smith of Carrollton, Texas; and sister, Antonia Barrientos of Brownsville.
A wake service and Rosary was held at Earthman Funeral Home in Stafford on Thursday, February 9, 2012, with visitation from 5-9 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Rev. David Zapalac, C.S.B. at Holy Fam-ily Catholic Church in Mis-souri City on Friday, February 10, 2012, at 11:30 a.m. with Rite of Committal following at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg, Texas.
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VELABy Jim Rice
As Secretary of the Fort Bend Independent School District Board of Trustees I believe it is time for our entire community to request that Congressman Olson and Congressman Green, Senator Hutchison and Senator Cornyn ensure the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, commonly referred to as the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) is reauthorized in 2012.
We are approaching the ten-year mark since NCLB became the federal education law of the land and nearly everyone recognizes the law is in need of improvement. Most school boards across Texas support the intent and stated objectives of the NCLB Act, but we also strongly support amendments to NCLB and revisions to U.S. Department of Education regulations to address barriers preventing our school districts from effectively implementing the spirit of NCLB.
Texas school board members believe that NCLB’s “one size fits all” approach does not allow for a true picture of student and school performance. Under NCLB requirements schools can be deemed as failures even as they make important significant progress in raising student achievement.
Because Congress is four years late in reauthorizing NCLB, the Obama Administration instructed the U.S. Department of Education to allow states to apply for waivers to specific provisions of NCLB to help school districts better focus on improving student learning and increase the quality of education. However, these waivers come with federal strings attached to such an extent that TEA Commissioner
Robert Scott has felt compelled to refrain from submitting an application on behalf of Texas school districts for these waivers.
I join the chorus of local school board members across the country in recommending amendments to NCLB that infuse common sense flexibility and increased deference to the judgment of local school boards and educators – those closest to the student. School districts need an accountability system that is aligned with state provisions already in place to ensure high-quality, valid and reliable assessments for all students, including English Language learners and students with disabilities.
Most importantly, Congress must fund the law adequately so that our schools have the resources necessary for us to help students reach NCLB’s steadily increasing performance targets.
School board members, administrators, parents, teachers and students have provided and will continue to provide Congress with a blueprint of what is needed in order to successfully accomplish the goals of NCLB. It is now up to Congress to amend the provisions of NCLB that are making it more difficult for schools to ensure that our students are receiving the solid education foundation they need and deserve. Failing to act, allowing reauthorization to languish and the law to continue in its current form for another two or three years would be a disservice to our schools, students and communities.
Join me in asking Congress to act now!
Jim Rice was elected to serve on the FBISD Board of Trustees in May 2010 and currently serves as Secretary for the Board. These comments are made by him alone and not on behalf of the FBISD Board. He and his wife Mary have raised 3 sons all of whom were educated in FBISD.
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MARCH 1Get personal safety tips
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a special program “Protect Yourself! Personal and Home Safety Tips” at the Sienna Branch Library, Thursday, March 1, 7:00 pm, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City. Officer Dan Flagg of the Missouri City PD will provide helpful information on per-sonal safety, home safety, crime prevention, and services offered to the community. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-341-2677.
MARCH 3AHS Drive One for UR school
This event is being hosted by Helfman Ford. They will bring their vehicles to the school and allow you to test drive one for our school, March 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ford will donate $20 for every eligible test drive. One per household. Must be 18 years or older. Please come out and help Austin High School ProGrad. There is no charge to you. Simply come out and register with your valid driver’s license and test drive a fabulous Ford vehicle, Austin High School (parking lot) 3434 Pheasant Creek, Sugar Land.
Bargain book saleFriends of First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land, will hold their monthly bar-gain book sale Sat. Mar. 3, 9 am to 2 pm. Hardbacks $1, paperbacks $.50 some upcharged). Lots of children’s books. Good condition books only, CD’s, DVD’s may be donated during regular library hours or at the sale and are tax deductible. For more infor-mation 281 416-0936.
Hearts and Hands GalaSave the date for the Hearts and hands Gala set for Saturday, March 3, 6-11 p.m., Safari Texas Safari Ballroom. Laura Reynolds of KILT is mistress of ceremony, Ken Mondshine and the Brotherhood will entertain, Judge Jim Richard will be the auctioneer. Gala benefits Rosenberg-Richmond Helping Hands. For more information 281-232-4904.
WATCH Health FairFort Bend ISD and Fort Bend Medical Society Alliance present the 6th Annual FBISD Health Fair, Sat., March 3, 11a.m.-2 p.m., Sugar Land Town Center. Health information, demos, health screenings and more! Visit FBMSA.org for more information.
Saturday with the Master GardenersVisit our 4 acres of Demonstration Gardens and talk to the volunteers who design and maintain them.
Fort Bend Community CalendarBe sure to thank these businesses for sponsoring these community, club and charity weekly happenings
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Editor's note: Fort Bend Community Calendar are for non-profit events. Deadline is 12 p.m. every Friday. Please keep wording to a mini-mum. Answer the "5 W's": Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Fax us: 281-690-4250; e-mail: [email protected] or mail to: Fort Bend Star, 4655 Techniplex Dr., Suite 300, Stafford, Texas 77477.
FEBRUARY 23Heart Smart seminar & screening
Methodist Hospital Sugar Land is offering the semi-nar & screening Thursday, February 23, 6-8 p.m., Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Conference Center. Refreshments, door prizes & free screenings for those attending. To register call 281-274-7500.
Intro Facebook class offered “Facebook for Beginners,” will be held Thursday, February 23, 10:00 am, Computer Lab at the Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd. in Missouri City. Those attending this class should have a basic working knowledge of computers and must have a personal email account before attending the class. The class is free, but seating is limited and reser-vations are required. Call the library at 281-633-4675, or by visiting the library.
“Alice” to be presented by Sartartia MSDon’t be late for a very important date. Sartartia Middle School Advanced Drama presents the play “Alice”, Thursday, February 23, 6:30 -7:30 pm, & Friday, February 24, 7:00-8:00 pm, at Sartartia Middle School (in the Commons). Tickets are on sale now! Tickets are $5 and can be purchased from Mrs. Wallace in room 208 at Sartartia Middle School. They can also be purchased at the door. All proceeds will be donated to Parks Youth Ranch.
FEBRUARY 24Lamar Fillies Dance Team Pamper Party
An evening of pampering and glamour. Make-up, hair, manicures & pedicures, plus crafts, dinner and lots of fun on February 24, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Lamar High Cafeteria. Girls Pre-K to 5th grade, $20 each before Feb. 21. Contact Fillie Director, Erica Sury at 832-223-3163 or [email protected].
FEBRUARY 2523rd Annual African American History ProgramSaturday, February 25, 2 – 3pm, First Colony Library, Meeting Room, 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land.This annual event is always educational, empowering, and entertaining! Free & open t public, reservations not required. Giveaways! Come and bring family, friends, and neighbors. Details: 281.499.3097 or [email protected].
Travis ProGrad 2012 Garage SaleTravis High School will host its 2012 ProGrad Garage Sale Saturday, February 25, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at Parkway United Methodist Church, located at 5801 New Territory Blvd. Everyone is invited to shop. For more information, please contact Cindy Garza at [email protected], Kelly Mueller at [email protected], or Terrie Hernandez at [email protected].
FEBRUARY 27Brightwater Garden Club meets
The Brightwater Garden Club will meet on Monday, February 27, 6:30 pm, Brightwater Clubhouse, Brightwater at Westshore Drive, Missouri City. Paul Wierzbicki, a certified Arborist and a board member of the Houston Area Forestry Council will present a program on Neighborhood Standbys: Crepe Myrtles and “Little Gem” magnolias. The meeting is open to the public. For more information call 281-499-0146.
FEBRUARY 28Learn about indoor gardening
George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview, Richmond, will present “The Ins and Outs of Indoor Gardening,” Tuesday, February 28, 6:30 pm, in Room 2B of the library. Fort Bend County Master Gardener Tricia Bradbury will discuss ideas for gardening inside your home. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.
FEBRUARY 29Free resources at library
If you haven’t had an opportunity to discover all the resources that are available at the library, now is your chance. Sienna Branch Library will have a basic intro to the library, its online catalog, and all the resources that become available with a library card, The program, “Get It for Free at the Library,” is Wed., Feb. 29,10:00 am, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd.,
Park in front of the Agriculture Center located at 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, 77471. Take one of the sidewalks back to the area behind the building to find the Master Gardeners. Gardens are open from 9:00-11:00 a.m. 281-341-7068 or www.fbmg.com for more information.
ONGOINGMommy and Me at Vineyards church
Mommy & Me is held the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., The Vineyard Church, 5015 Grove West Blvd., Stafford. Come for a time of fun, stories, crafts, activities, play time and a free Chick-fil-a lunch!
Cub Scout Pack meetingsCub Scout Pack 279 of Rosenberg holds meetings on Mondays, 7:00pm. If you have a child in grades 1st through 5th and are looking for a Cub Scout Pack to join feel free to stop by 1412 Brazos Street, at the corner of Avenue M, to see what they are all about.
Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets
The Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets every Wednesday, noon, Sweetwater Country Club, 4400 Palm Royal Blvd., Sugar Land. For more informa-tion call Mike Reichek at 281-575-1145 or [email protected].
B.F. Terry Class of 2002 B.F. Terry Class of 2002 is looking for alumni from that graduating year for the 2012 reunion. Please sign up on Facebook and Google+, search “B.F. Terry High School Class of 2002 - 10 Year Reunion.” Call 832-520-4577 or email [email protected].
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PARKWAY LAKES – Stunning Showcase Home w/up to $35,000 of Upgrades! Spacious formals, great for entertaining. Open concept floorplan! Kitchen w/lg. island, granite countertops & SS appliances. Large family room w/ fireplace & stone accent. Tile floors - looks like 5’’ slat hand scraped hardwood! Lg. master bedrm & bath w/granite countertops. Oversized back patio. Hg. backyard, plenty of room for a pool & children’s play area. Also has a 10x12 storage shed. 3 car tandem garage. Tankless water heater & much more! $239,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM7722EL)
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OXFORD/COMMONWEALTH – Gorgeous Perry 1-story home that shows pride of ownership through out. Gleaming hardwood floors in formals, family rm, study & hallways. High vaulted ceilings w/beautiful archetectural design details. Double french drs to For. Living which could be a 4th bedrm. Custom made cornice boards & window toppers. Updated light fixtures, hardware & fresh paint. Large exec. master & bath w/updated shower & room for a sitting area. Kit. updated recent restained cabinets & appls. Sprinkler & Alarm sys. $299,500 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4423WD)
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COMMONWEALTH PARK – Lovely 4/3.5/2det. + study home w/grand brick column entry. 9’ceilings on 1st floor. Soaring 2 story foyer w/new(6/11)20’’ porcelain tile. Bamboo wood floors. Lg. island kit. w/new(6/11)granite countertops & new(6/11) 20’’ porcelain tile floor. Spacious master ste w/a view of the wooded backyd. Hg. master bath w/2 walk-in closets. Ex.lg. upstairs gamerm. No backyd neighbors. Slate patio. New roof (3/2011). Fresh int.paint & recent carpet. Ext. AC units ‘03. Water Heater ‘11. Cul-de-sac street. $319,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3739SB)
PLAYA SAN LUIS-GALVESTON – Paradise views at your finger tips! All your dreams will come true w/this luxurious custom beach sanctuary. Enjoy scenic million dollar views from the wrap around deck or 3 add. private decks. This architectural wonder features 2 fully equipped kitchens & 2 liv. areas that can sleep up to 21. Upstairs liv. area has lg. stone frpl., full size billiard table w/a 32’’ TV, an entertain. ctr w/2 42’’ flat screen HDTV over a 65’’ HDTV wide screen + dig. cable, elevator, SS appl., granite & hardwoods. $950,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM25335IN)
COMMONWEALTH ESTATES – Breathtaking entertainment size hm w/warmth & charm! Formals w/hardwoods. Downstairs library w/built-in shelves & Fr. Doors. Family rm. w/wall of windows overlooking pool/spa. Renovated kit. w/custom 46’’ cabinets w/15’’ deep shelves & granite counters. Built-in hutch w/glass enlays. Hg. granite island w/breakfast bar. 18’’tile floors on the diagonal. Updated light fixtures. Hg. bay window seat in breakfast rm. Upstairs media rm/study/6th bedroom w/wall of built-ins. 3 car insulated gar. w/A/C. $510,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4415SM)
SUGAR CREEK • priced for quick sale. Don’t miss this darling Sugar Creek Townhouse. 2Br/2bath with rare attached garage for sugar land townhomes. 2 Atriums have been converted to extra rooms. Great location close to Hwy 59 & 90, shopping and schools. Don’t miss $107,625. Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
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SUGAR CREEK • really cute hard to find 1 story with 2C attached garage in great area of Sugar Creek Townhomes. Faces grassy area. Close to everything! Gated patio. Great storage. Open floor plan with high ceilings, wet bar. Study could be 3rd bedroom. Don’t miss this one. Shows well! $1,400/mo. Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
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NEW TERRITORY • Lovely updated Ashton Woods home. Recent island kitchen has granite and recent cabinets & appliances(gas stove). Master & 2nd bedroom down with full bath,(or could be study). Recent paint & carpet. Wonderful treed street close to highly rated schools. Could be 5 bedrooms & gameroom or 6 bedroom home. Great floorplan. Vacant, ready for a quick sale. 2 bedrooms down $250,000. Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
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CINCO RANCHBeautifully updated Corporate Relocation in sought after Cinco Ranch!Fabulous salt water pool and spa,with large covered patio/outdoor kitchen area.All countertops replaced with granite.Stainless appliances,along with remodelled master bath.Wood floors,replaced iron pedistals on staircase. All the ammenities of the new homes, but much closer in,convenient to everything! $389,900 (22007TR)
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SWEETWATERBeautiful custom built with private backyard, pool, & spa. Two story living area, wood floors, island kitchen with sub-zero, & wetbar with icemaker. Recent carpet, & roof in 00’. Dual staircases. Master suite with large exec. bath. Large utility room, gameroom up,& study down w/built-ins. Sought after Clements H.S.! $500,000 (66PW)
PECAN GROVEOwner transferred! Very open, w/ high ceilings. Large family room w/ tile flooring-open dining area, or great for a pool table! Large kitchen w/ tile flooring-Large master w/ granite countertops in bath-garden tub, w/ separate shower. This is a 1.5 story home, w/ all rooms down except a fantastic gameroom/mancave upstairs!This home is wonderful for entertaining! 2 year old terracotta roof also! Great backyard! $159,900 (1310PL)
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THE GROVE/PECAN GROVEAbsolutely gorgeous with fabulous POOL! This home is situated on a culdesac street, and has been totally updated! 2010 updates include Granite countertops in kitchen and baths, stainless appliances, along with replaced cabinets, carpet, lam. wood flooring, and paint. Also updated in 2010, hardi plank siding, tall fence,A/C, heater,pool replastered, added insullation,and solar screens. $179,900 (3418FR)
CINCO RANCHLarge backyard with POOL, backs to levy! Updates galore! Tile thoughout downstairs, hardwoods up. Beautiful granite countertops in kitchen with breakfast bar-cabinets refinished, decorator paint! Stainless appliances-Two sided fireplace between living area and kitchen. $209,900 (20711NE)
CREEK BEND ESTATESImmaculate! Beautiful one story on culdesac street, with large back yard. Spacious island kitchen opens to large family room. 42’’ cabinets, replaced appliances, along with ceramic tile throughout much of the house! Nice study with beautiful built-ins. If looking for storage, this is it! Master suite offers garden tub and seperate shower. $134,900 (19627HE)
SIENNA PLANTATION • Stunning brick/ stone Perry home on large lot. New home feel, well maintained and lightly lived in. Foyer opens to wrought iron spiral staircase w/ view to back of home and expansive display of two story windows, fireplace. Butler s Pantry, gourmet kitchen w/sprawling island w/seating opens to Family Room. Spacious Master Suite w/two large closets, garden tub, granite counters. Second bedroom down. Study or Living area down. Second floor w/ Media &Game Room and Back staircase. At $429,000 Call Debbie at 281-782-2102
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GREATWOOD SHORES • Gorgeous Custom Home built by Tommy Bailey on Oversized Cul De Sac Lot. Expansive private back yard w\Pool &Waterfall. Over $70K spent on upgrades\Updates. Plantation Shutters. Extensive Millwork throughout. Slate Tile flooring in Kitchen\ Breakfast area. Hardwoods in Master, Study, Dining. Study with Custom built-ins, chair Railings. Gourmet Kitchen w\Huge Island & Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, Double Ovens, lots of Cabinet & Counter Space. Updates throughout. Meticulous owner replaced Roof, HVAC’s, Water Heaters, paneled garage. At $475,000 Call Debbie at 281-782-2102
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RIVERSTONE • Expansive luxury showplace backs to the spectacular 75 acre lake in Hartford Landing 2, gated community w/a Sugar Land address/excellent Fort Bend schools. Variation in plans/square footage may occur. Elevator capable/upscale finishes and millwork, soaring ceilings w/water views from many rooms, highly regarded builder’s product is designed to wow you! Bonus space upstairs allows flexibility for second master, media, and exercise room, whatever fits your needs. At $1,519,000 Call Debbie at 281-782-2102
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SUGARWOOD: Beautiful 2-Story Home offers Both Formals, Granite Counters, 1st Flr Master, Wood Deck + Covered Patio, Boat Dock on Oyster Creek. 5/3.1/2. $322,500. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3123SC)
VENETIAN ESTATES: Beautifully Renovated 1-Story Home situated on Gorgeous Water Lot on Private Cul-de-sac Complete w/Boat Dock & Sparkling Pool. $96K Additional Upgrades; 3 Bedrms; 3 Baths $695,000. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (906GO)
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NEW TERRITORY: Beautiful David Weekley 2-Story Home Situated on Cul-de-sac offers Both Formals + Family; Study; Game Rm; Tile Flrs & Neutral Carpet; Granite; Island Kitchen; Spacious Backyard. 4/3.1/3A $380,000. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (7115TL)
SWEETWATER: Grand Carmichael & Dame 2-Story Home; Both Formals; 2-Story Gentleman’s Library; Master + Exerise Rm; Master Bath w/Dry Sauna; Pool/Spa; Much More! 5/3.1/3A $875,500. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (17WH)
THE HILL: Charming 3 bedroom historical home on the water. Plenty of storage. Be close to new Skeeters ball field. $235,000. Call Donna Dagley (832)450-9430 (603MS)
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QUAIL VALLEY – Wonderfully flowing floor plan in this 1 story, 3 bed, 2 bath home! Spacious family room with corner fireplace & walk-in wet bar. Light & bright kitchen has additional desk area perfect for computer niche. Updates include all countertops, dish-washer, range, and new roof. French doors to spacious back yard! Perfect starter home and great for move-down buyer-no stairs! Only $90,000. Also for lease. MLS# 58629106 (2327ST)
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SIENNA – Fabulous 4 bedroom 3 ½ bath home with Pool/Spa! Elegant stone & brick elevation, wood flooring, granite counters including bathrooms. Spacious study, oversized gameroom, elegant dining area. Master down. Covered back patio, inviting pool & spa. Backs up to greenbelt so no back neighbors. $379,900. MLS# 87597134 (3410RO)
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QUAIL VALLEY – Grand magnolias & updated landscaping frame this charming Colonial 5 bedroom 3/1 bath home. Stately pillars at the front porch entry opens to freshly painted interior. Recent car-pet, updated tile flooring. Formal dining, study. Spacious kitchen w/ updated appliances. Huge den area w/ built-in bookshelves. Master down. 4 Big bedrooms up. Covered back patio & just a 5 iron from golf club! MLS# 89713450 $199,500. (2902NB)
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PECAN GROVE - Pride of ownership shows in this 4 bed, 2/1 bath home. Beautifully updated with real wood floors in dining and den. Remodeled kitchen w/Granite counters, tile backs-plash, master bath w/ all new counters, sinks, mirrors, shower, even toilet! Master down, 3 big bedrooms and gameroom up. MLS# 21443044 $179,500 (3530TI)
KINGDOM HEIGHTS – Exceptional “Lennar” home on oversized lot w/private backyard & excellent view. Formal dining w/elegant wood flrs, gourmet kitchen w/lrg isl & barstool seating, SS appls & open to lrg family rm. Great neighborhood & location! $162,000 Kathy Thompson 713-203-3760 (6003OX)
CANYON GATE AT THE BRAZOS – Stunning 5-BR home in gated community, privately located next to wooded area w/greenbelt in rear. 2-story entry, new laminate flrs, SS appls, lrg living area w/corner FP & hard wired for wall mount flat screen. Huge gamerm up! Big backyard! $190,000 Kathy Thompson 713-203-3760 (5327CV)
LAKE OLYMPIA – Well maintained, original owner 2-story home on oversized lot w/pool/hot tub & large covered patio w/plenty of yard for pets & children! Recent Zoned AC system & hot water heater. New shower & counters in 2nd bath upstairs. Isl kit w/beveled silestone cntrs, gas cook & much more. Large master retreat. Don’t Miss! $179,500 Ann LeTulle 832-818-4764 (7927MY)
LAKE OLYMPIA – Great 2-story only steps from elementary & middle school! Immaculate, one owner home w/beautiful Cherry wood floors in both formals & family room. All bedrooms are very nice size w/walk-in closets! $150,000 Ann LeTulle 832-818-4764 (4314BB)
WALLIS, TX – This 24.6-acre ranch is located in an incredible country setting which you can enjoy as a peaceful retreat away from the hustle of the city life. It is currently ag-exempt, great for raising cattle & horses. Custom built home w/many features, gourmet kitchen, Oak cabinets, granite counter tops & backsplash; lrg FP flanked by Oak shelves. $895,000 Arroyos Team 832-282-9115 (1430DO)
GREATWOOD – Elegant Tuscan style 1-story w/magnificent architectural design was featured in Sugar Land Magazine (Summer ’08) & sits on a premium lot backing to lake. 3-car swing-in garage. Beautifully landscaped front/back. Upgraded SS appls & wine fridge. High ceilings, crown molding, granite cntrs & so much more!! $485,000 Marlena Berger 713-398-0170 (7710SP)
WEST OAKS VILLAGE – Wonderful open floor plan w/study, situated on quiet cul-de-sac w/very little traffic. Floor plan & location are both ideal for an active family1 Gas range, wood & tile flrs & a great pool are just a few of the features you will love!! Don’t Miss! $139,000 Christina Daw 713-815-2865 (18122BO)
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4/3.5/3 • $324,900
AUSTIN PARK • Very updated. Master down. Many updates: granite, hardwoods, and more. (6730AE)
4/3.5/2 • $279,900
RIVER EDGE • Lakefront! Stunning and ap-pointed home. Large dining,formal living room open. Island Kitchen with large pantry. Their exercise room down could be second bedroom. Master with sitting area. Large list of upgrades including plantation shutters,media room wired for projection system. Two story covered patio overlooking beautiful lake. (107WB)
5/3.5/2 • $349,900
JUST REDUCEDBRAZOS LAKES • Two homesites in country living neighborhood with ameni-ties. 1.0 acre and 1.1 acre cul-de-sac lots.
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NEW LISTINGTELFAIR • Walking distance to pool, lake, park. Large liv-ing, dining, den. Island kitchen, gameroom up, study upstairs could be 5th bedroom. Master down. (6730AE)
SUGAR LAND/COMMONWEALTHAlmost 4000sqft! 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 car garage on culdesac. Over $55K in upgrades/improvments, roof, flooring, granite & more! Priced to go fast in the $370’s!!
FIRST COLONY/SUGAR LAND!Over 2600sqft Paradise Pool/Spa! Seller spent over $48 in upgrades/improvements! 4 bedrooms and both formals! Gourmet island kit with granite and tile floors! Priced to go $250K
FIRST COLONY!ALL BRICK 1 STORY WITH 3 BEDROOMS & STUDY. Built in 2002! NEW carpet, tile, interior & exterior paint all in Dec 2011. Tech shield, double pane windows, sprinklers & more! All on culdesac street! Priced to go $180’s hurry!
GREATWOOD/SUGAR LANDBuilt in 2002! Grand 2 story w/ 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths. Master down with study & gameroom up. Hollywood bath too. Upgrades w/granite counters/SS appliances, wood & tile floors. Culdesac lot and no neighbors behind you! Priced to go low $300’s
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SUGAR LAND!Almost 5000 sqft! 2 story home with 5 bedrooms( 2 bedrooms down) 4.5 baths. Gameroom, study & Media room. 3 car garage! 2 covered patios and courtyard. Big Lots! Under construction.Call for details and representation.
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SIENNA PLANTATIONAdorable David Weekly 2 story home built in 2005. 4 bedrooms 2.5 bath mast down and gameroom up. Also study down. Culdesac street. Shows like a model home. Priced at $170’s.
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HERITAGE COLONYBeautiful 1 story with new paint, carpet, tile. Big island kitchen, lots of storage, formal dining, high ceilings, corner lot, great master & bath with separate tub & shower. For sale at $219,500 & for lease at $1,895. Austin Pkwy Elem., First Colony Middle. (4642BB)
QUAIL VALLEY THUNDERBIRD WESBig 4 bedroom in cul-de-sac for sale or lease. Sale at $169,900, lease at $1600. Big yard, master down, granite counters, big closets in master, gameroom upstairs, wet bar, 3 living areas, formal dining, storm windows. Come see! (3411OA)
QUAIL VALLEY GLENN LAKESWelcome to this huge home with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, sunroom & pool on the golf course. You can enjoy the view all year ‘round from the balcony overlooking it all! The master is down with separate dressing areas, built-in dressers, huge closet, sunken marble tub. Replaced appliances, too. $229,400 & ready to sell! (2047MA)
CITY PARK WEST - Adorable is the only word for this home! Original owners have treated this one with tlc. Large den opens into a very spacious kitchen w/tons of counterspace. Don't miss it!!! $125,000. Call Jeanne at 713-854-0923. (1823CR)
PROVIDENCE - Cute, well kept home in FBISD! 4 Bedroom, split plan. Formals/huge den. Det. gar. w/work-shop area. Hardiplank siding on ga-rage. Sprinkler system. Great access to Hwy 6, Hwy 90 & 59. $125,000. Call Jeanne at 713-854-0923. (14719EA)
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BARRINGTON PLACE - 1-story patio home. Needs TLC. Lrg kit., den/dining room. Tile floors thru-out. Nice atrium/patio area. Small yard=low maintenance. Perfect for people who don't like yard work!! $100,000. Call Jeanne at 713-854-0923. (2114BA)
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Fort Bend ISD approves $18M for iPad program
iPAD PROGRAM, from page 1
on teachers. We have not started the budget. I don't feel this is the right time either."
The district's Chief Information Officer, Robert Calvert told the board that this is exactly the right time to launch the iACHIEVE program. He says the district has significantly under-
invested in technology citing Klein ISD which has fewer students than Fort Bend ISD but has spent $60 million dollars more in increasing and improving the technology available in classrooms.
"This is the perfect time to change the game, to change education", Calvert told the board. "We can hit the right people. If this isn't
the right time then I don't know when the right time will be. We've significantly underinvested in this."
The iACHIEVE initiative will begin at Ridgegate and Ridgemont Elementary Schools later this month and at McAuliffe Middle School in April. Following an evaluation of the pilot and any adjustments to the program, iACHIEVE will be offered to 12 voluntary
schools, second grade to eighth grade, beginning with the 2012-2013 school year. The following school year, the program will be added to the remaining 47 schools.
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Before that, he was an athletic director and assistant athletic director at Weatherford ISD
for more than 9 years. O’Neal has also served as a head basketball coach and business and physical education teacher at Weatherford and Copperas Cove High Schools. He was an assistant coach and math teacher at Temple High School and Red Oak High School.
He began his career as a Men’s Basketball Student Assistant Coach at Wayland Baptist University, where he played Men’s Basketball from 1983 to 1986.
“Mr. O’Neal is a great addition to the FBISD family. We are confident he will continue our rich tradition of success at the regional and state levels while supporting high academic standards and meeting the needs of all student athletes,” said Michael McKie, Assistant Superintendent.
O'Neal holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education from Wayland Baptist University, and a Master of Education degree in Educational Administration from Tarleton State University. O’Neal has been married to his wife Jamie for 25 years, and they have one son Stewart who is a senior Energy Commerce Major at Texas Tech University.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF STAFFORD, TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR THE HOLDING OF A JOINT SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON MAY 12, 2012, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY CERTAIN PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE EXISTING HOME RULE CHARTER OF THE CITY; STATING THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CHARTER TO BE VOTED UPON AT SAID ELECTION; PROVIDING THE FORM OF THE BALLLOT AT SUCH ELECTION; AND PROVIDING DETAILS RELATING TO THE HOLDING OF SUCH ELECTION. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED
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Many of us moved to Sugar Land to escape a Houston where politicians and city bureaucrats were co-opted by developers which had a free pass to do
whatever they wanted, including building apartment complexes that allowed them to make a fast buck while destroying established neighborhoods. For many years we had truly conservative, visionary leadership in Sugar Land which respected, and actually listened to, their constituents. They let the city planners do their work, but made sure that the final result was good for the people of Sugar Land.
The coming vote on the
Imperial Apartments, which are planned for the historic Imperial Sugar Factory District, is a defining moment which will let us know if this is still true or whether our city government has been hijacked by crony conservatives who profess to know best what is good for us, even if we don't agree.
Proponents of these apartments advance bogus arguments in support of the apartments. I say bogus because these are simply "cover stories" intended to mask the fact that they are really beholden to the interests of developers and not their constituents. The first rationalization is that these are "high quality" apartments that will not increase crime. They proudly point to the example of the Grants Lake Community as Exhibit A. However, as the February 18, 2012 Fort Bend Star article titled MAN ROBBED IN RESIDENTIAL PARKING LOT attests, the residents of this community have been victimized by excessive crime. Is this what we want for our neighborhoods? I don't know of any dilapidated complexes that did not begin as "luxury" apartments, which is what happened in the wastelands of northern Bellaire and Fondren Southwest. Why take the chance on this happening to Sugar Land?
Second, proponents say that there is a shortage of apartments in Sugar Land and we need them to support our businesses. Really? I don't think the residents of West University or the Rice Village area would agree. The businesses in the Rice Village are doing just fine without new apartments. Those folks want
to keep their neighborhoods just the way they are and so do we. And to say that the Sugar Land area does not have enough apartments is to turn a blind eye to the numerous apartment complexes throughout our area, including nearby Kempner High school and in the City of Stafford adjoining Sugar Land.
The fact is that when Johnson Development Company made its deal with the City, it knew the exact number of apartments that could be built on that property, a number which had been previously negotiated with the developer. For us baseball fans, this is the same as changing the rules in the middle of the game in order to substantially increase the number of apartments. But Johnson can't do this without the help of our elected representatives, who not only have to approve the change, but also disregard the City of Sugar Land's Comprehensive Plan which was enacted in 2005.
Many believe that this is a "done" deal, but we know that nothing is a done deal in America, which is what the Tea Party Movement is all about. The question is whether our elected representatives, all of whom ran for office as conservatives, will follow the will of the people or give in to the will of the developers. It's that simple.
We know that life isn't fair, but our government should be. Public servants should follow the will of the public and not the will of the developers which, after all, is the foundation for our democracy.
Yocel AlonsoAttorney and Counselor
By Sean Wolfson
Sugar Land baseball icon Ray Hammond, 41, passed away early Sunday morning surrounded by family.
Ray was very instrumental in the development of baseball players in this area at the youth level. He helped numerous players receive scholarships
to play high school baseball. Ray was a family man of
quality character and was highly respected by coaches, players, parents, league personnel, and umpires. Ray will be sorely missed, but his legacy will live on through all who knew him.
I am a witness to his strong character and quick wit. Rest in peace Ray-Ray.
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the UCR Report is chambers of commerce, tourism agencies as well as criminal justice researchers in their efforts to study crime. Legislators also use the UCR information to draft anti-crime measures using the research findings and recommendations of law enforcement to keep the public informed on the state of crime in their area, state and federal governments.
Based on the FBI’s publications, participation in the UCR program is voluntary. Since there is no mandatory auditing program to validate an agency's submitted data or reporting practices, the integrity and the accuracy of data rest upon the efforts of individual law enforcement agencies in reporting accurate numbers and quality data. Keeping that in mind, it is easy to see how the numbers could need to add up to trend down. While the FBI warns not to use the UCR Reports as a report card on law enforcement agencies, that is exactly how they are most frequently used.
During the latest forum presented by the West Fort Bend Republican Women held at the Swinging Door Restaurant last Thursday evening, three of the four sheriff candidates spoke to their issues and answered questions from a panel.
First to speak was 45-year law enforcement veteran Billy Frank Teague. Teague spent those 45 years first as an officer in the Dallas area, 8 years with Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office as a patrolman, detective, and detective sergeant until 1982 when he left to join DPS. He retired from DPS after 20 years of service, joining the Richmond police department as an administrator and serving another 8 years before retiring again to run for Sheriff.
He is running on a platform of integrity, leadership, service and vision. Teague said he was a committed to utilizing “your tax dollars” in ways that best benefit the community. Teague told the audience that he would never embarrass the
office of sheriff nor the voters that allowed him to serve them. When asked how he would change the reputation of the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s office, Teague said, “The sheriff’s office is the lead agency in the County and must cooperate with all other agencies. The sheriff has got to take the lead by encouraging, supporting, and helping the law enforcement agencies to move forward and work together.” He said he was determined to move toward an interactive, community oriented based style of policing.
Next to introduce himself was Constable Troy Nehls. He said he came from a family of law enforcement, where his father and now one of his older brothers serves the community of Dodge County, Wisconsin as sheriff. Nehls said he is a retired Major in the US Army Reserve with overseas tours and 21 years of service. Currently, Nehls is constable for precinct 4 and has 19 years law enforcement experience. He relocated to Fort Bend County in 1994 and recently earned his MS in criminal justice from University of Houston Downtown.
Nehls has identified the Fort Bend County Sheriff ‘s office abysmal crime solve rate as the platform for his campaign. Nehls said that based on a statistical analysis he did on the crime solve numbers provided to him by the sheriff’s office through an open records request, he determined that their crime solve rate for burglaries is about 4%, one of the lowest crime solve rates in the state.
Nehls said he based his assertion on an analysis of the last 10 years worth of statistics that the sheriff’s office has provided to the state to report to the FBI. Nehls said he also learned that the abysmal crime solve rate was not just limited to burglaries. He also identified over three quarters of a million dollars in overtime that could be saved at the sheriff’s office by simply creating an evening shift for detectives. He said that since this budget year began in October, the detectives have accrued a quarter of
million dollars in overtime. Craig Brady introduced
himself by thanking everyone for coming out and said he was honored to be the chief deputy and extremely proud of the detectives who put in the overtime to make sure it was safe for your family. He said Fort Bend County has consistently been rated as one of the safest counties of its size in the nation. However, he provided no basis for that statement.
He said his opponent, Nehls, was improperly using the UCR numbers. He went on to say that the numbers that had been provided to Nehls, the state, and the FBI were incorrect based on a computer reporting error. He went on to say that his office had gone back and hand tabulated the numbers and now, the crime solve rate was one of the best in the state. To further enforce his statement, he said, “Contact me or come to the sheriff’s office and we will show you the facts.”
The reason one would have to go to the sheriff’s office to see those numbers is because once the UCR numbers are submitted, tabulated and the UCR report is completed, there in no way to change it. In short, there is no "do over" in crime reporting rates. Brady went on to say that he has a BS in criminal justice from the University of Houston Downtown. He is the father of seven and has 34 years of law enforcement experience. He said, "I have the knowledge, experience, and background to continue to do the job.”
Candidate John Minchew, the former police officer and railroad police administrator, now business owner, was unable to attend the forum because of family emergencies that occurred that afternoon. Billy Frank Teague announced to the audience that Mr. Minchew could not be present and ask that everyone hold the Minchew family in their thoughts and prayers for a healthy recovery for his daughter and father-in-law.
There was yet another Sheriff’s candidate forum last night that will be highlighted in next week’s paper.
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As rodeo season creeps up, Texas law enforcement is bringing a round up of a different sort to “the people’s” front door.
It is time again for the Great Texas Warrant Round-up. It begins on Friday, February 25 and runs through Sunday March 4, 2012. In Fort Bend County several police agencies are combining forces with over 300 law enforcement agencies statewide to arrest anyone with outstanding warrants. According to law enforcement officials beginning Feb. 25, officers will aggressively target persons across the state who have outstanding warrants. Lists of those warrants have been complied; arrests for those warrants can occur at any time, or at any location, which can include the defendant's home, school, workplace, or just along the side of the
road if you are stopped. This is the 6th year for the
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A resource that is relatively new to the public will be at the disposal of law enforcement is the License Plate Recognition software and cameras that are affixed to area police cars in which they can cruise a parking lot or street and run multiple license plates at the same time, identify which cars have warrants affiliated with the license plate or the
registered owner. If you work in Houston or park there and have outstanding tickets that have gone to warrant, take heed; they are looking for you. If you have an outstanding warrant, now is the time to take care of it to avoid possible arrest during the Great Texas Warrant Round-up. For more information on a specific warrant issue contact the agency where the offense occurred or the Justice or Municipal Court where the offense was assigned.
If you are wondering just how many warrants are floating around out there, the Houston Municipal system reports that just for the month of January there were over 300,000 outstanding warrants. Add that number to the thousands of other outstanding warrants from law enforcement agencies across the state who list their warrants in a statewide database and there is more than enough to keep all cops busy and coffers full.
For outstanding warrants in Houston Municipal Court call the Help line at 3-1-1 or visit www.houstontx.gov/courts, For warrants issued out of the Harris County Justice Courts visit www.jp.hctx.net. For outstanding warrants issued out of surrounding municipal and justice courts, contact the Court in that particular jurisdiction.
The local area agencies listed as participating in the Warrant Round-up are:
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• Houston police and Houston Municipal Courts
• Katy police and Katy Municipal Court
• Missouri City police and Missouri City Municipal Court
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• Stafford police and Stafford Municipal Court
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Remember, there will be no amnesty after the Round-up begins - you will be arrested.
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course is viewed from some perspectives as breaking even, however, when the debt service, which includes principal and interest is factored it, the expenditures tell another story, different from the one in the city’s press releases.
“The residents and employees deserve a press release with the “WHO and “WHY” details,” said Garcia noting that it will take an action she describes as “just pull the minutes and release the info.” She said that once the information is released, “the public will know exactly what happened and I personally will email those individuals with my feedback and vote them out!”
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Garcia describes herself as a single parent of Hispanic decent and a soccer mom preferring the use of the money to subsidize the golf course to go toward improving amenities such as a covered pavilion for basketball courts, more soccer fields and improvements to soccer greens and not those of the Mayor’s, she said in her communication.
She challenges councilmember Danny Nguyen referring to him as the Chair of International Relations, “and it is my opinion that you should be fighting for each Ethnic group.” She asks that Nguyen “Quit siding with the establishment and the status quo. You have kids and you should understand the necessity to improve our parks.” Because of his business background she asks that he use it to improve the city’s operations. “Fight for us,” she requests.
Garcia also asked that the city manager release the
minutes of the LGC meetings. Broussard said that “GC can also be found at our website,” and reports that the city will not be distributing a press release as requested by Garcia.
“Missouri City has been the leader in park, trail and facility development,” said Broussard about the city’s parks and recreation’s needs and programs. He referred to the new recreation center, tennis center, and community center, facilities under construction to be opening this summer. Accomplishments that include opening another phase of the Oyster Creek trail and winning statewide attention for its Edible Arbor Trail, Broussard adds that the neighborhood park system is extensive with community parks, passive parks, and even a major county park spread through the city.
The Quail Valley Fund meeting notes Fox prepared state that Councilman Jerry Wyatt, who was also in attendance, “reminded the group that 74% of the voters in Missouri City voted for the bonds which included a new Community Center/Pro Shop and Tennis and Rec Center.” Stating that it is unfortunate that there are a few residents who
are complaining that the golf courses will never turn a profit, Wyatt said those complaining do not necessarily have their facts straight, according to the meeting notes that also say Wyatt referred to the golf courses takeover by the city to be a quality of life and tax base issue.
Councilman Floyd Emery, also at the meeting, “clarified that it is the city’s desire to get the golf course to a positive cash flow and manage the operation as if it were a business,” indicate the meeting notes.
Mayor Owen has repeatedly stated that the golf courses are an amenity for the city’s residents, and at the meeting said they should not be judged strictly by whether or not there is a positive cash flow, as the ownership stability of the course has improved property values.
Around mid-2008, the Quail Valley Golf Course was acquired by the city by eminent domain. City voters approved a $17.5 million dollar bond referendum for the acquisition of 400 acres of park land. According to city financial data, the golf course did not turn a profit and the city transferred $283,000 from its general fund to the LGC fund due to a $210,000 loss.
Sugar Land will begin calling residents on Feb. 27 to ask about satisfaction with city programs and services. The calls should last about 15 minutes.
The citywide, every two-year telephone survey program is being conducted by Creative Consumer Research, an independent research firm based in Fort Bend County. The statistically valid and random telephone survey will take about three weeks to complete and will be conducted beginning the last week in February.
The survey will offer direct feedback from residents throughout the City on customer service in such areas as response to water and sewer service, streets and sidewalk maintenance and police and
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Quality of life questions will focus on areas such as the appearance of neighborhoods, mobility, entertainment opportunities and Sugar Land’s overall appeal as a place to live.
Survey calls will read “Creative Consumer Research” on caller ID equipment. Residents who have questions about the survey process may call (281) 275-2328 at City Hall for further information. Results of the survey should be available later this year. The data from the survey will be used to review and evaluate current City services for continued improvement.
Sugar Land satisfaction survey starts February 27 Following the success of
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2012 Imperial Park Recreation Center Counter Smash set for Feb. 25The public is invited to watch
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Sponsors and volunteers are needed for the 13th annual Richmond Rotary Club “Cowboys in the Carribbean” Fish Fry to benefit school scholarships and local charities. The event is Saturday, April 7, 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the George Ranch Historical Park.
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Looking in the rear view mirror it is safe to say Fort Bend Cares party “Road Trip to Rio” on Feb. 11, was a sizzling success, raising over $150,000. This charitable foundation will allocate these funds in June to more than 20 non-profit organizations serving disadvantaged children all in Fort Bend County.
The cohesive partnership between Fort Bend Cares and the presenting sponsor Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital was once again a winning combination. Memorial Hermann’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Brown, and wife Amy were among the attendees enjoying the event which seemed to be an endless parade of Who’s Who in Fort Bend County including on air
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