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VOLUME 8, NO. 39 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2017 • COMMUNITY NEWS FOR LA PORTE, MORGAN’S POINT, SHOREACRES, SEABROOK & THE GALVESTON BAY AREA
U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36) Holds Morgan’s Point Hires Two New Town Hall Meeting In La Porte Police Officers
Officer Lagana and Chief of Police Sherri Ditritch
KEVIN LAGANA
La Porte City Manager Corby Alexander and U.S. Representative Brian Babin (TX-36). Photo by Rebecca Collins REBECCA COLLINS editor@bayareaobserver.com
US. Representative Brian Babin stopped by La Porte on Saturday to hold a town hall meeting, and discuss Harvey relief efforts. The congressman answered questions and brought along a panel of experts from agencies including FEMA and SBA to answer questions concerning not only relief and recovery, but to help dispel rumors concerning the actions and response of some of these agencies. Babin told the audience, “I want people to have answers to their questions so they will know what their next steps should be. It’s our goal to be sure that you, as our constituents have the resources and information that
you need to fully recover and rebuild. That’s what this meeting is all about today; bringing the experts from several state agencies to our community so you can get answers to your questions. And you will have the opportunity to get your questions answered right here first hand”.
“We’re going to dig out of this thing folks. We’re Americans, we’re Texans, and we’re going to keep our chins up” - U.S. Rep. Brian Babin Hurricane Harvey brought devastation to 39 counties in
Texas from Corpus Christi all the way to Lake Charles. Louisiana. Countless individuals and families, businesses, communities have lost nearly everything and had their lives completely upended. Babin said, “The devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey all across Southeast Texas from Houston all the way into Louisiana is heart breaking and incredible’. The La Porte and surrounding areas suffered a record amount of rainfall during Hurricane Harvey and according to Babin, rainfall could have been as much as 60 inches overall. “I know it’s not an official record yet, but we do know that shortly up the road there in Crosby and Cedar Bayou, we think there may have
Officer Lagana began his law enforcement career as a dispatcher in 1999. He became a patrol officer in 2001 and has a total of 17+ years of experience. Officer Lagana has completed multiple police management courses including FBI-LEEDA, ILEETA and Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command #329 with a total over 3300 TCOLE training hours. He is a Master Peace Officer, Field Training Officer, Basic Police Instructor, Firearms Instructor and Police Driving Instructor.
been in excess of 50 inches of rain, and there have been some conflicting reports of maybe even up to 60 inches of rain. And for one storm to have that, that is absolutely incredible”. Babin attended a series of 4 town hall meetings over the weekend including the cities of Orange, Lumberton, Mont Belvieu and La Porte. “We’re going to dig out of this thing folks. We’re Americans, we’re Texans, and we’re going to keep our chins up,” said Babin. To find more Hurricane Harvey emergency and recovery resources, visit Congressman Babin’s resource page at
https://babin.house.gov/ harvey.
Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology positioned as training hub for ‘Energy Capital of the United States’ Groundbreaking held to construct the 145,000-square-foot training facility
Officer Saucedo and Chief of Police Sherri Ditritch
JUAN SAUCEDO
Officer Saucedo has 10+ years of experience. He was hired by South Houston PD in 2007, where he completed Pasadena’s Police Academy in May of 2008. He worked for South Houston until 2010, at which time he began working for Shoreacres Police Department. He served the citizens of Shoreacres until May 2017. He says he has found his final resting work place with Morgan’s Point PD, where he plans to stay until he retires.
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James Hutchins 11/26/1989 Driver’s License Photo Submitted by LPPD
PASADENA, TX – What turned out to be the largest groundbreaking held at San Jacinto College also introduced construction of the largest petrochemical training facility in Texas. Elected officials and key petrochemical leaders gathered on Sept. 20, 2017 to witness the groundbreaking and learn about the Center
for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology, set to open in 2019. The 145,000-squarefoot Center will serve to demonstrate the College’s national Top 5 ranking by delivering highly skilled graduates for the petrochemical manufacturing industry while inviting companies to utilize the facility for their workforce training.
The Texas Gulf Coast region boasts the largest petrochemical manufacturing complex in the United States, second largest in the world, and is home to 90 companies and 130 plants. The region is working to fill the pipeline with an increased number of certified workers due to $40 billion in announced projects and more than 50 percent of
the current employee base retiring over the next few years, according to the East Harris County Manufacturers Association (EHCMA). “This groundbreaking has been many years in the making,” said San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer, who formed the Chancellor’s Petrochemical Advisory Council with members from See “CPET” on page 7
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Early evening Wednesday September 6, 2017, the La Porte Police Department received a 911 call for a major crash in the 10600 block of North P Street. La Porte Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were quickly dispatched to the crash scene. Upon arrival first responders found two heavily damaged vehicles, a blue Dodge Ram and a black Chevrolet Tahoe. The victim, Kelly Schoppe was driving the Tahoe and was only a few blocks from her La Porte home when she was struck by James Hutchins 11/26/1989 of La Porte. Schoppe was transported by helicopter to Hermann Hospital where she is still being
treated for her injuries. Hutchins was transported by ambulance to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries and released a few days later. Hutchins had an adult male passenger, who was treated on scene and released. Crash investigators believe Hutchins was driving the Dodge Ram while intoxicated, at a high rate of speed, lost control of the vehicle, crossed the center line and struck, the Chevrolet Tahoe head on. Investigators contacted the Harris County District Attorney’s Office who accepted the charge for Intoxication Assault with a vehicle. A Felony “no bond” warrant for the charge was issued by Harris County Criminal Court 263, Cause Number 1564063 for Intoxication Assault with a vehicle, against James Hutchins. After the warrant was issued, La Porte Police began looking for Hutchins with the assistance of multiple agencies, to include Pasadena Police, Chambers, Galveston and Harris County Sheriff Departments. After two weeks on the run with the La Porte Police Department closing in on him, Hutchins turned himself in to the Harris County Jail, late afternoon September 22, 2017.
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WILLIAM E. BRYAN
SEPTEMBER 5, 1927 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
Funeral services for William E. Bryan, 90, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Friday, September 29, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas with Rev. Roger Clayton officiating. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery in Houston, Texas at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2017. Visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2017 in the Cochran Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas. Mr. Bryan was born on September 5, 1927, in Freeport, Texas, and went to be with our Lord on September 22, 2017, at home surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Hattie Mae Bryan; brother, Hubert Bryan; sister, Margarite Turner; and granddaughter, Melodie Esparza. He is survived by his sister, Peggy Roberts; children, Barbara Esparza, Beverly Kimball and spouse, Charles Kimball, Brenda Bryan and spouse, Terri Smith, Boyd Bryan and spouse, Hector Flores, Betsy Bryan and Victor Smith; eight grandchildren; and fourteen greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. After marrying in 1951 he moved to La Porte, Texas where he resided for forty years and raised his five children. He accepted Christ into his life and became a
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member Bayshore Baptist Church where he was also a Deacon. He worked at Shell Oil Refinery in Deer Park, Texas, where he was affectionately known as “Hoot Owl” and retired after 42 years of service. Upon retirement he took up traveling for a couple of years and visited many places in Europe as well as spending a year touring Alaska to experience first-hand its many natural wonders. Upon completion of his travels he realized a lifelong dream, “to own a farm” and moved to Livingston, Texas. He became a member of the First United Methodist Church of Livingston and an active member of the Polk County Forestry and Land Owners Association holding the office of President for several years. The two great joys of his life were his love for family and country. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War, VFW PO #8568. He became famous at the post for consistently selling the most tickets to the Bar B Q Fundraisers they hosted. He was also a lifelong member of Masonic Lodge of the Eastern Star. He was a tremendous son, brother, father, grandfather and friend. He never knew a stranger, he would talk to anyone that would stand still long enough for him to say “hello” to, which would likely take an hour. Whenever he saw someone in need, he was often the first one to lend a hand or sometimes just a shoulder. Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com
Twi-Light Cemetary Clean-Up
The Twilight Cemetary Clean-up will be held on Saturday, September 30th, 2017b at 8:00 a.m. Meet at the cemetary on North 11th Street on Adams Street at 8:00a.m. Bring any cleaning equipment you may have, lawn mowers, weed eaters, rakes and others. The $150.00 dues are due at this time. Family and friends help is welcomed. Your help is needed and appreciated. Lunch will be provided. For infomration call Mary Gay, program director at 281-471-3259.
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Clear Creek Association of Retired Teachers (CCART) Notice of November Meeting The Clear Creek Association of Retired Teachers (CCART) will hold its November meeting on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. The meetings are held at the Bay Area Community Center, 5002 NASA Parkway in Seabrook. There will be a short business meeting followed by a presentation by Gene Kranz, former NASA Flight Director. The meeting will start at 9:30 am with a social gathering for coffee. The business meeting will begin at 10:00 am. Our program will be followed by a Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner. Everyone is asked to bring a salad, side dish, or dessert. All Texas retired school employees from the area are invited. Annual dues are $45. Contact Information: Julia Bodenhamer at 281-538-4056 or email juliabodenhamer@ gmail.com.
National Night Out
The City of La Porte will be hosting National Night Out on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017 from 6pm - 8pm. The La Porte Police along with other local agencies and
businesses have joined together to provide this year’s event. La Porte residents are encouraged to get to know their neighbors and to build a neighborhood resistance to combat crime. Please join our open house at the La Porte Police Department to view police displays, crime prevention, food and entertainment. For more information on National Night Out, Neighborhood Watch and other Crime Prevention programs, please call LPPD Support Services Division at 281-471-2141.
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LIL BIT
This week's Pet of the Week is Lil Bit. Lil Bit is pictured here with Officer Saldivar. Lil Bit is a male shepherd/corgi mix. He is very sweet and gives amazing kisses. Lil Bit's story is unfortunate. He is heartworm positive and has to take medication. His previous family coulden't continue his medical care and had to surrender him to the shelter. Heartworm positive dogs are the most overlooked in shelters. Lil Bit needs to be RESCUED. Please consider him! His heart may be sick but he has so much love left to give! Adoption fee is $50 and that includes booster vaccines, microchip and voucher for spay and rabies vaccine. Call (281) 471-3810 for more details!
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A CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF
IMOGENE SHIELDS PENNISON
Imogene Shields Pennison, 76, of La Porte, TX passed with peace and grace on September 18th, 2017. She departed this earth surrounded by hymns at home as she was welcomed through heavens gates, her true home. Imogene was born in Curtis, Mississippi on February 12th, 1941 to Winfred and Anna Beatrice Shields. Becoming the wife of a music minister in 1963 kept her actively involved in the church throughout her life and constantly surrounded by music. However, nothing brought Imogene more joy
than children; first her own, then her grandchildren, then to any child before her. Imogene is survived by her husband of 54 years, Albert Pennison, Jr.; her daughter Karen McWhorter of Texas; her three granddaughters, Kaitlyn, Megan, and Brittany McWhorter, all of Texas; her two brothers Harold Shields of Texas and Howard Shields of Mississippi; and her two sisters Louise Russell and Betty Perotta, both of Texas. Imogene was preceded in death by her parents Winfred and Beatrice Shields; her son Albert ‘Gene’ Pennison, III; and her sister Virginia Walton. A memorial service to celebrate Imogene’s life and legacy was held from 5:00 pm through 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 26th, at Paul U. Lee Funeral Home, located at 201 S 3rd. St., LaPorte, Texas 77571.
First Baptist Church Lomax celebrating 61st anniversary
First Baptist Church Lomax celebrating 61st anniversary on Sunday, October 8, 2017 beginning at 11:00 a.m. All former members, friends and neighbors are welcome! Join us for AM worship with pot luck dinner & fellowship following. 11303 North H Street, La Porte. For more information call 281-471-1612 and leave message.
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the petrochemical industry to receive advisement on the development of the facility. “From the beginning, this Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology has been a collaboration with our industry partners. There are many companies and individuals who have helped to make this happen by providing their time and input on everything from how the building should look, to the equipment that should be in the building, and the curriculum that we should be teaching. We appreciate their collaboration and participation into making this the premiere training facility along the Texas Gulf Coast.” The Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology is a $60 million investment that will house the College’s associate degree and certificate programs for process technology, instrumentation and analyzer technology, non-destructive testing, and electrical technology, complete with program-specific training labs. San Jacinto College currently trains more than 3,600 students annually within the mentioned areas. An exterior glycol distillation unit and a control room will be constructed to teach process operations and develop troubleshooting skills for entry, advanced credit students and incumbent workers. The Center will also feature a multifunctional glass pilot lab for training process systems. Companies will be invited to work with the College’s Continuing and Professional Development division to create customized and confidential training for employees within an area of the Center dedicated to corporate training and professional development. “EHCMA values its relationship with the colleges in the area, and we were extremely pleased to be involved in the planning of this tremendous facility with San Jacinto College,” said Bob Bradshaw, plant manager at INEOS and chairman of the EHCMA Board of Directors. Bradshaw added that rapid growth in the U.S. oil and gas industry is leading to expansion in manufacturing and refining and increased employment opportunities for skilled positions in operations and maintenance. “Through the creation of the Petrochemical Advisory Council, industry leaders and the faculty and staff of San Jacinto College could develop collaborative solutions to meet the future needs of students and industry.” EHCMA supported the 2015 bond that is helping to fund the Center, and its members have contributed equipment and monetary donations to help with student training. Dow and LyondellBasell have contributed subject matter experts to serve on the steering team. Tellepsen engineers are designing the glycol unit, and LyondellBasell is designing the glass lab. A team from Shell is leading the design of the analyzer lab and providing guidance on instrumentation labs. Hunter Buildings donated a blast resistant building that is now part of most plant sites, and Tracer Construction is providing an electrical heat tracing system for freeze protection. Eaton engineer Amber Wright has designed the electrical labs, and Eaton will be donating some training equipment. Puffer-Sweiven has committed to a significant donation to offset the cost of the Emerson equipment for process control. Tellepsen, Rizzo & Associates, the IBI Group, Facility Programming, User-Centered-Design-Services, FMG Furniture Marketing Group, Salas O’Brien, Ulrich Diederich Design and PageThink are the building contractors for the Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology. For more information about the San Jacinto College Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology, visit sanjac.edu/CPET.
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County Attorney Vince Ryan announces new speaker’s program on renters’ rights post-hurricane Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan’s Office has added a new presentation about renters’ rights in the wake of hurricanes to its list of Speakers Bureau topics. Civic clubs, community groups, and professional organizations may now request an attorney from the Office to deliver the presentation, “Your Post-Hurricane Rights as a Renter.” The program joins a broad number of topics of interest to Harris County residents. As the largest County Attorney’s Office in Texas representing the third largest county in the United States, the Office of the Harris County Attorney deals with virtually every aspect of civil law. “We represent the people of Harris County working with other elected officials. We want people to know who we are, what we do, and how we can help,” Ryan said. Groups can go to http://www.harriscountycao.org/speakersbureau to request a speaker on a particular topic, including: Adult Guardianships & Mental Health
Living Wills/ Advanced Directives
Bandit Signs
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County Law Library Resources
Property Exemptions & Protests
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Public Integrity
Dangerous Animals/ Animal Cruelty
Texas and U.S. Constitutions
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City of Seabrook Announces 2018 Deadlines for City Support of State Tax Credit Applications
SEABROOK, TX – The City of Seabrook has announced deadlines for those organizations seeking City of Seabrook support for their 2018 9% Competitive Low Income Housing Tax Credit applications. Applicants seeking 1) a Resolution of Support from the City and/or 2) a commitment of local funding from the City must submit the City of Seabrook’s LIHTC Project Support and Funding Assistance application with all attachments in accordance with the City’s Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Support and Funding Assistance Policy. The policy is designed to assist in the analysis of projects requesting support for proposed LIHTC. Such analysis is to determine if the projects comply with certain principles and policies in the City’s Comprehensive Plan, as well as various other master, strategic, and redevelopment or neighborhood plans adopted by the City Council. The goal of this analysis is to (a) establish if LIHTC projects merit local support and/or funding assistance, and (b) prioritize LIHTC submissions if more than a single proposal is received during an evaluation period. The LIHTC program is an indirect Federal subsidy begun in 1986 as a market-based incentive to encourage investment & development of affordable rental housing. In Texas, the Program is administered by the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA). The LIHTC program is a competitive system based on point categories. Tax Credits are awarded by the TDHCA based on regions. The City of Seabrook is in Region 6, in the urban sub-region. Points are available to developers for securing a resolution of local government support and securing a local government commitment to funding. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 15, 2017. The application and program guidelines can be accessed at www.seabrooktx.gov/taxcredit. LIHTC applications should be submitted to: Office of Community Development Sean Landis, Director of Community Development 1700 1st Street, Seabrook, TX 77586 slandis@seabrooktx.gov 281/291-5705
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To Place Legal and Public Notices: Email editor@bayareaobserver.com or Call 281-907-3140 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ON SPECIAL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST # 17-91000003 Notice is hereby given that the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on the 19th day of October, 2017, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, in accordance with the provisions in Section 106-171 of the City of La Porte’s Code of Ordinances, and the provisions of the Texas Local Government Code. The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on Special Conditional Use Permit #17-91000003, requested by Alan Calaway, applicant; to allow for an Indoor Gun Range and Retail Space, to locate on a tract of land legally described as the northern 256’ wide strip of Tract 1L, Johnson Hunter Survey, Abstract No. 35. Following the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will act upon the public hearing item and conduct other matters pertaining to the Commission.
City of La Porte Solicitation: The City of La Porte Sealed Bid #18001– Pine Bluff Subdivision Improvements Project will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the City Hall Information Desk located at 604 W. Fairmont Pkwy., La Porte, TX 77571. Solicitations will be opened and read immediately following the closing hour. For information to register and bid visit: www.publicpurchase.com. For questions, contact purchasing@laportetx.gov.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 106 (ZONING) Notice is hereby given that the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on the 19th day of October, 2017, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, in accordance with the provisions in Section 106-171 of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances and Chapter 211 of the Texas Local Government Code.
Citizens wishing to address the Commission pro or con during the public hearing are required to sign in before the meeting is convened.
The purpose of the hearing is to receive public input on proposed modifications to Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the City of La Porte’s Code of Ordinances. The subject matter of the proposed modifications to Chapter 106 (Zoning) include:
CITY OF LA PORTE Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary
1) Proposed additional uses to be permitted in the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District.
A quorum of City Council members may be present and participate in discussions during this meeting; however, no action will be taken by City Council as a governmental body. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte will provide for reasonable accommodation for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees, requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meetings. Please contact Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary, at 281.470.5019.
Following the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will act upon the public hearing item and conduct other matters pertaining to the Council. Citizens wishing to address the City Council pro or con during the public hearing are required to sign in before the meeting is convened. CITY OF LA PORTE Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ON SPECIAL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST # 17-91000004 Notice is hereby given that the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on the 19th day of October, 2017, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, in accordance with the provisions in Section 106-171 of the City of La Porte’s Code of Ordinances, and the provisions of the Texas Local Government Code.
A quorum of City Council members may be present and participate in discussions during the meeting; however, no action will be taken by City Council as a governmental body. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte will provide for reasonable accommodation for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees, requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meeting. For more information, please contact Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary, at (281) 470-5019.
The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on Special Conditional Use Permit #17-91000004, requested by Jeff Presnal of Cypressbrook Management Company, LP, applicant, on behalf of Carrington F. Weems, owner; to allow for a warehouse/distribution facility, to locate on a 5.051 acre tract of land legally described as Blocks 1143 and 1144, La Porte Subdivision. Following the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will act upon the public hearing item and conduct other matters pertaining to the Commission. Citizens wishing to address the Commission pro or con during the public hearing are required to sign in before the meeting is convened. CITY OF LA PORTE Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
IN THE GARDEN
Beautiful Day - Daylilies One of the most popular and adaptable perennials grown in our area is the Hemerocallis or daylily. True to their name, daylilies produce flowers that last for just one day. However, over a period of several weeks, each plant can produce thirty to fifty blooms. Therefore they are very popular additions to coastal gardens. The daylily’s genus, Hemerocallis, originates from the Greek words for “day” and “beautiful.” Most species flower at sunrise and are spent by sunset to be replaced by another bloom on the same stem the next day. Daylilies are hardy, very adaptable to different cultural conditions, and relatively free of most pests. In addition, they have a long bloom season. Daylilies grow best when given about six hours of full or filtered sunlight. In our area here along Galveston Bay, they appreciate a little afternoon shade because of our hot west sun. The darker colored varieties such as reds or purples prefer a partial sun area, while the lighter, cooler shades of yellows and pastels do best with more sun. Some gardeners like to plant their daylilies under pine trees because the light level is ideal there. In our area it is best to plant daylilies in the fall. Our ground does not
Photo is ‘Royal Renassiance’ Courtesy of Bill Jarvis
normally freeze in the winter and fall planted daylilies have several months to get established before the heat of the summer starts. Preparation of the soil of a daylily bed consists of tilling or digging in about four inches of composted organic matter. Well rot-
ted manure is an excellent compost. Add about three lbs. of a balanced fertilizer (6-6-6) per one hundred square feet of planting area. Smooth it out and water it well. Make sure the area you have chosen to plant has good drainage. Daylilies appreciate
IN THE KITCHEN Lemon-Buttermilk Pie
Recipe and photo courtesy of Coastal Living
Ingredients
Directions
• 1/2 (15-ounce) package refrigerated piecrusts
Place piecrust in a 9-inch pie pan according to package directions.
• 4 large eggs
Bake at 400° for 9 to 11 minutes or until lightly browned.
• 1 1/3 cups sugar • 1/4 cup buttermilk • 2 tablespoons cornmeal
Beat eggs and sugar in a large bowl until pale yellow. Stir in buttermilk and next 4 ingredients. Pour mixture into prepared crust.
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg. Bake at 325° for 12 to 15 minutes or until set. Cool before serving.
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Makes one 9 inch pie
• Ground nutmeg
From www.coastalliving.com
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
plenty of water but they do not like to have waterlogged roots. Daylilies should be fertilized two to three times a year in the spring and fall, again using a balanced fertilizer. Apply the fertilizer between the plants, keeping it off the foliage and water it in well. Mulching is highly recommended during our hot summers using a layer of pine needles, leaves, or shredded bark. January and February are good months to divide daylilies in our area. Just dig up a clump, shake off the dirt and separate the plants by pulling them apart. Go ahead and plant the divisions right away. You may also cut them apart with a knife or scissors, making sure that there are plenty of roots in the clump .If you have cut any of the roots, let them dry before planting. There are many good informational websites about daylilies. I have included a link to one of the best for our area. For more information about growing daylilies please check out Bill Jarvis’ excellent website. He has been a grower and hybridizer in Houston for many years and has some beautiful photos of his plants and gardens. http://www.ofts.com/ bill/daylily.html
Gulf Coast Gardening Educational Programs FAVORITE FALL VEGETABLES Sat., October 7, 2017 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Galveston County Master Gardener Gene Speller will present a program on Cruciferous and other favorite vegetables usually grown during fall and winter months. These include popular varieties of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard, kale, mustard and turnip greens, all members of the Cruciferous family. Other vegetables to be discussed are several varieties of lettuce, spinach, and Swiss chard. Many of the vegetables included in this presentation will be offered for sale as transplants at the Galveston County Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale on October 14, 2017. e-mail galvcountymgs@gmail.com to pre-register