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Sanctuary Counties: Not in Williamson
by Ann Marie Ludlow
Candidate for County Judge Bill Gravell
announced this week that while he does plan to ensure Williamson County does not become a sanctuary county, he is unequivocally opposed to separating children from their families. "Caging children is an absolute wrong," Judge Gravell says, "But we do and will continue to follow the law here in Williamson County. We do not decide which laws to enforce based on party or politics, but we are compassionate when it comes to those individuals who are not subject to criminal proceedings. Children
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don't have a party or politics, only needs." While the designation 'Sanctuary County' does not have a precise legal definition, it generally refers to municipal jurisdictions that limit cooperation with the national government's effort to enforce immigration law. According to the Center for Immigration Studies, these cities, counties, and states have laws, ordinances, regulations, resolutions, policies, or other practices that obstruct immigration enforcement and shield criminals from ICE — either by refusing to or prohibiting agencies from complying with ICE detainers, imposing unreasonable
conditions on detainer acceptance, denying ICE access to interview incarcerated aliens, or otherwise impeding communication or information exchanges between their personnel and federal immigration officers. Gravell explains, "While, in theory, leaders in sanctuary municipalities want to improve the relationship with immigrants so they will report crime, get educated or contribute to the community, Williamson County leadership have, so far, continued to honor and enforce the laws of our state and the nation to ensure individuals who pose a threat, regardless of their citizen status, are not on the street." Sheriff Robert Chody agrees; "A county can not take its own initiative to determine which laws they will follow. If an undocumented immigrant breaks the law, Texas Senate Bill 4 requires jails to notify ICE and hand them over." In February 2017, Governor Greg Abbott cut $1.5 million in criminal justice funding for Travis County after Sheriff Sally Hernandez announced her department would reduce its cooperation with federal immigration authorities. In November 2017, the Department of Justice also removed access to federal law enforcement grants for non-compliance. "We are not in a position," Gravell said, "and I will not make the decision to put my neighbors at risk by denying our law enforcement any criminal justice funding to help maintain order and safety for our citizens.” Sheriff Chody explained normal ICE procedure dictates when a person is arrested and determined to be a foreign national (based on country of birth), if that person has no identification, local law enforcement will contact ICE for detention instruction. “It is not our duty to be discretionary,” Chody says. “If ICE requests that we hold
a person of interest, it is my duty as Sheriff to detain that person for 48 hours regardless of the crime. The law is designed to protect citizenry when local law enforcement may not have extensive access to data, alien status, or convictions." "As a candidate," Gravell says, "I will do my best to protect every person in this County, and facilitate the brave officers who do the same. As a father and grandfather, it is my solemn calling to ensure our children and families are treated kindly, humanely and with the God-fearing grace that Texas is known for."
Left: Sheriff Robert Chody with Judge Bill Gravell at Celebration Church for the Blue Mass in 2016. Above: Judge Gravell speaks with a 2028 voter at Sun City in 2018.
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On August 17, the Rotary Club of Georgetown was the recipient of a check (photo below) for $50,000 from the Don Hewlett Chevrolet Buick dealership. They are a proud sponsor of many school programs, community events and non-profit organizations around Central Texas. This donation continues their support of the many charitable activities undertaken by the Rotary Club. Funds raised by the Georgetown Rotary Clubs are used to support local youth, education, veteran and first responder programs along with supporting international service activities. In addition, donations from sponsors like the Hewlett Family support special events like Field of Honor, Patriots Ball and the annual Golf Invitational. Don Hewlett Chevrolet Buick is one of the pre-eminent auto dealerships in the area. As a family, the Hewlett’s have developed a strong sense of loyalty to their brands, customers, employees and community. Mr. Hewlett has been a member of the Georgetown Rotary Club for decades. A Don Hewlett quote epitomizes their philosophy; "Treat others like they are your family and give back to the community which has been so good to you!” For more information about the Field of Honor, visit GeorgetownTXFieldOfHonor.org and for more information about Rotary, visit GeorgetownRotary.org.
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"Class" Isn't Just a Room on Campus Southwestern Football about winning on and off the Field Senior Captains Markell Henderson #21 and A.J. Daniels #12 At right: Coach Joe Austin
The Southwestern Univer-
sity Pirates have already won (quite handily) their first two games of the season and The Advocate is proud of the team and the school. But we don't really have a sports page, we looked into the type of character we are fortunate to have in this community; the kind that means winning on and off the field. The university has always emphasized and been proud to nurture the concept of student-athletes. Since none of the students receive athletic scholarships, many players chose to play at Southwestern for the education as much as the coach, who is known for his "great football mind". And it shows. On the locker room wall is a board with the names of all of the players with a 3.0 or better GPA. The percentage of players on that board is higher than that of the male population
in the entire school. Senior Captain Markell Henderson is one of those names. With a double major in Economics and Business, he hopes to forge a path in finance and someday run a hedge fund. The San Antonio native came to Southwestern, "The school didn't have any seniors and I knew I could be part of an up-and-coming program; a place I could make a difference. This school is the best of both worlds." Captain A.J. Daniels is majoring in Psychology and can't wait to graduate so he too can be a coach; "I love learning how people function. I want to channel my academics and football skills to work with young people." They were both eager for the season to start, mostly just to get back on the field and play the game. Henderson says, "What is really special about Southwest-
ern is that the program attracts people who are well-rounded and have many interests. Football is important, but we all have families to love and future families take care of. We are working not just to be good football players but good men." Coach Austin, as well, is focused on the big picture. "It would be easy to mark one or two 'big games'
on the schedule but every game is the big game and we practice every day with that challenge in mind." Young men like Markell and A.J., mentored by involved family and God-centered coaches, represent a brand of athlete who have worked to achieve life balance. The kind parents can be comfortable telling their children they should emulate. "Football is a lot like life," A.J. says. "There are other people on the field who matter." Markell agrees, "We learn to assess, get hit in the face, and get back out there. I take the lessons I've learned here for
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iTumble Accepting Donations for Foster Care ferred to Garden of Hope. They hope to receive school supplies, but backpacks, canned goods and gift cards for clothing are welcome.
The Gift of Fostering
By the time you read this,
Garden of Hope of Central Texas (photo right) may already have opened its doors to provide a safe and cozy new home for as many as 20 foster children. This 100-year old church in Salado has undergone a major renovation and received great community support to help keep foster kids from being moved out of Bell county due to placement shortages. The facility boasts a nursery, a rainbow room, walk-in pantry and spacious kitchen and dining room, 2.8 acres to relax and play; camping grounds, cottage, fort, tables and fire pits. "Everything we're going
to do for these kids is geared toward minimizing stress that comes from being removed from your family," Executive Director Wilfredo Ocasio said. Before they can officially open the doors, the non-profit still needs to raise $70,000 for operational costs. Closer to home, iTumble Gym in Jarrell has arranged to be a drop-off for supplies to help outfit these children for school and wellness. Owner Emily Clear happened to see a post on the MyJarrell Facebook page that mentioned the home's needs, so she and husband Jake have opened the doors of their business for local donations that will be trans-
The Clears were inspired to support the center by the experience that brought them their daughter, Gracee. "Foster care is near and dear to my heart," Emily says. "A few years ago, we were approved as foster parents and eager to provide a good home to a child over the summer, but when Gracee arrived, we both knew she was ours. Our daughter Kaylyn, now Gracee's younger sister, immediately bonded with her and enjoyed giving her things she could call her own." In January 2016, the court approved the adoption of this lovely young lady and she is thriving with her forever family. Emily explains, "We know people want to help but we were concerned that they may not want to make the trip to Salado. We are right here in town and will take supplies, as they accumulate, to the home." iTumble is located at 180 Town Center Blvd Suite 900 (in the Sun Fresh shopping center) and will have
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Marie Grigsby, Assistant Principal of Jarrell High School has been selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals as a Region #13 Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year. TASSP recognizes outstanding principals and assistant principals from the 20-region Education Service Centers in the state. School administrators are
nominated and chosen by their peers within their regions. Nominations are based upon exemplary performance and outstanding leadership. As a Region #13 winner, Ms. Grigsby is eligible to compete for the state title of Texas Assistant Principal of the Year. Ms. Grigsby, a third-year principal, has been a member of the leadership team at Jarrell High School since 2016 and was a teacher and coach in the district since 2006. She graduated Salado
High School, in 1995, attended Lamar University and was awarded a Master of Education in Educational Technology Leadership and Principal Certification. Ms. Grigsby sees herself as being a risk taker, a visionary and leader of learners. She was nominated for the award by Jarrell High School Principal, Lindsie Almquist. Each of the region winners will be recognized during the Josten's Night of the Stars Awards Dinner in June 2019 at the Hilton Austin hotel. Each will receive an award and be recognized in a commemorative book entitled Texas Principals, Texas Heroes.
doors open for donations Thursdays 10am-noon, other weekdays 3:30-8:30pm. Anyone wishing to drop off donations outside of the gym's business hours can bring donations to Awesome Blossoms florist, located in the same shopping center. iTumble recommends school supplies and other sundries through October, after which they will have an announcement about holiday donations and needs. Garden of Hope will be in operation 24-hours and will house 12 boys and 8 girls in five bedrooms with a game room and kitchen. "Sometimes the children are sleeping on CPS caseworkers' floors. If they can find a loving place and a home that they'll be able to call their own, that's why we are really trying to get this done and do this for them," President Serina J. Jones adds.
The Clears admit that while the Salado center is not in their backyard, foster kids can come from anywhere. "Our daughter came to us from the Waco area; after the agency looked for a good home from Temple to Fort Worth."
Call to Action
Contact Jake or Emily Clear at iTumble Gym (512) 748-8397 for donation information. They are also taking registrations for their fall tumbling classes for anyone interested in instruction from a compassionate family of coaches. Garden of Hope Director Ocasio says the center's
licensing is still in the works and they are awaiting the final word from Child Protective Services to open their doors. "We encourage folks to visit our Facebook page for instant updates on operations and what the kids will need." They also have resources for families interested in fostering or adoption. In the meantime, he says, they would really like some beanbag chairs for the kids to relax for study or entertainment time. "Every kid likes to land in one when it's time for TV or homework."
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ELECTION 2018: OP-ED
Senator Ted Cruz Talks Accomplishments
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz made a
retail stop in Georgetown to visit with local residents and generate support for the Republican ticket in the general election November 6. More than 400 friendly attendees filled a restaurant on Austin Avenue to hear the Senator's recap on Congressional accomplishments of the last term and under
President Trump. Excerpts from his speech: • The Senate this year has doubled the child tax credit, from $1000 to $2000 per child per year. For hard-working Texas families, that is real money in your pockets to help makes ends meet and help provide for your family. • Congress voted to double the standard deduction. This means 90 percent of Americans,
starting next year, will be able to fill out their tax returns on a postcard. Personally, I think that should be 100 percent. We should adopt a simple flat tax and abolish the IRS, but 90 percent is a good start. • Unemployment, nationally, is at its lowest in decades. African-American and Hispanic unemployment is the lowest ever reported. Youth unemployment is lower than it has been in 52 years. • Republicans came together to repeal the individual mandate for Obamacare. Obamacare was sold to us on a whole pile of lies. No one thought it possible but 52 Senators came together; now we need to finish the job and repeal the rest. If you want prices to go down, you want more options and competition. I have led the fight to repeal Obamacare and we need to replace it with competition so you can choose your plan, you are in charge, and you can buy across state lines. • Texans understand; if you cut taxes, pull back regulations and unchain small businesses, the
Texas economy booms. • President Trump and the Senate have approved and confirmed more principled Constitutional judges up and down the Federal benches. • Republicans need to get out the vote. Because the Left is working with fury against the President, there is a lot of money flowing into Texas from around the country. There are more conservatives than liberals in this state, but that means, collectively, we have one job in the next two months; voter turnout. • If the economy is growing, the Federal budget numbers work. The biggest way to stop the economy growing is to raise taxes. • Foreign policy and aid should be directly focused on protecting the vital needs and security of the United States. We shouldn't be paying people who want to kill us and in the past we have stupidly given money over and over to those who wear anti-American animus on their sleeve. • My opponent voted against the tax cut. He wants to bring
back Obama regulations that hammered businesses across the state. He wants to expand Obamacare to fully socialized medicine and put the government in charge of your health care. • I am honored to be formally endorsed by the Unions of border patrol agents who risk their lives every day. Out of 100 senators, they agree I am consistently leading to stop illegal immigration, build the wall and secure the border. [Congressman] Beto opposes the wall and says we should tear down the ones we have. He also supports sanctuary cities and even said he is open to abolishing ICE. The Senator summed up his talk with an appeal to action; "Every freedom-loving Texan who likes having a job, likes wages being up, likes the economy booming, low taxes and low regulations, wants the border secured and Constitutional rights protected needs to get out his or her neighbors, co-workers and relatives to vote."
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Support for Evelyn McLean for JP3 Evelyn McLean is my choice for Justice of the Peace, Pct 3. She has a lifetime of experience, the kind of experience that has those words right in the name—a Peace Officer working every day to ensure Justice. Every day in the police department she worked through exactly the kind of cases she will adjudicate as JP so I know she has a deep understanding of the circumstances that precipitate a citizen’s appearance at her bench. From speeding tickets to landlord disputes, there is nothing she hasn’t already seen or resolved from a code or an enforcement point of view. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor once said she wanted people to know that "their life experiences added value to the process." I believe in this case, life experience is a great deal of the process and I encourage all voters to check candidates' experience before going to the polls. Devon Bush, Georgetown ______________ I strongly endorse the candidacy of Evelyn McLean for Justice of Peace, Williamson County Precinct 3. The citizens of Precinct 3 will surely benefit from her integrity, her personal values, and her professional background. Working as a police officer
and in leadership gave her the experience she will need to manage a large and important office of the County. She is also active in her church and a very engaged mother and grandmother; life experience I believe gives her the kind of compassion and understanding to apply the laws of our state fairly. I am also confident that her principled approach to her duties will bring transparency, ethics and continue the legacy of respect for this office. Laura Stofle, Jarrell
Support for Judge Brandy Hallford for County Court #1 Judge Brandy Hallford is our choice for Judge, County Court at Law #1. Her experience is indisputable but it’s her heart for children’s issues that is remarkable. Judge Hallford's leadership, strength, plus a whopping 21 years of criminal, juvenile, family, civil and probate law get our vote. We are honored to know her and her family. We in Williamson County are so fortunate to have Judge Brandy Hallford! Bill and Barbara White Georgetown
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You Have to Vote, America
No, I don't mean for the finale of America's Got Talent. I'm talking about the mid-term elections November 6. I'm so anxious about people who don't study on local races that I'm going to re-purpose my own column, something I used to brag I would never do because I should always have something new to say. So much for that. Here goes...
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website to get the full picture. Every one of them says "I'm the right person for the job", so you have to read news clips and maybe attend a debate or two. Think you're too savvy? Here’s your test. Tell me if this person would be a good President. Former fighter pilot and combat veteran; served honorably and was credited with many airborne and hand-to-hand combat kills. After he was discharged and under the mentorship of an influential political figure, he rose to second in command and conducted operations for the agency’s paramilitary and training for 20 years. His early career was not without conflict and it was discovered he was responsible for acts of violence. However, his decisiveness eliminated future terrorist acts against the agency. He was also able to unify diverse demographics and generations under a single moral doctrine through a strict code of discipline and accountability. Estranged from his children since the tragic death of their mother, this candidate recently reconnected with his daughter who, inspired by her father’s mission, is working on a very respectable start-up of her own. His son also shows great promise, following in his footsteps by training to be a fighter pilot and sharing his religious fervor. He also provided infrastructure and oversight for two massive construction projects; creating thousands of jobs for hardworking, middle class citizens. Do you like this guy so far? Would you
vote for him? If you said “yes,” congratulations! — Darth Vader is now sitting in the Oval Office. The spin is so easy. So let’s try again... His completion of two fully-functioning Death Stars firmly established The Empire’s dominance in the galaxy and although the first was not a military success, like all inspired leaders, he chose to renew resources and rebuild, on time and under budget. While he was previously indicted for political intimidation, it was determined that freezing an opponent in Carbonite did not cause severe or permanent damage and charges were dismissed. Mr. Vader also vehemently asserts that his son’s unfortunate hand amputation was the result of “familial horseplay during an awkward moment of revelation.” No evil villain here! Vader’s prowess in management reflects his expectations for success and near perfect performance record as he is frequently overheard saying “I find your lack of spreadsheets disturbing,” and has a keen ability to choke dissidents without physical contact. He is a master negotiator, having signed major deals to great agency benefit by asserting “I am altering the deal, pray I do not alter it any further…” Additionally, Mr. Vader is a seasoned student of psychology. Knowing that political favor is based 85 percent on appearance, 10 percent on sound, and 5 percent message, his voice modulator makes him a clear favorite during debates and, at 6’8”, he really rocks a black cape. So, if you want a galaxy free of disparity, annoyingly opposing viewpoints and challenging personal choice, you will vote for Lord Vader. Join us, or die. Just kidding. Just vote for Vader and all will be as we have foretold. These others are not the candidates you are looking for. Move along. Advocatie just advocates even a little bit of political homework—it’s all about perspective right? The Force can have a strong influence on the weak-minded. ~Obi-wan Kenobi Next issue, we’ll talk about Vice President Voldemort.
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Heroes of Many Kinds Jarrell Student Recovery Truly a Team Effort Taylor with his mom, Kelly (left) and Nicole Veach, physical therapist with St. David's Georgetown Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation Center. Below: Taylor's UT medical team.
Taylor Hardin walked into Jarrell High
School a few weeks ago a happy high school senior. By all appearances, an everyday good kid. But his story is anything but typical. Back on Christmas Day 2017, he was a typical high school junior. That morning, he had an accident that would show him, his family, and many in Central Texas, the various faces and forms of heroes that are surrounding, and inside us every day.
Taylor took his best gift, a new skateboard, for a spin that day while his dad, Brett, followed behind. When he swerved astride a passing car, he fell awkwardly backwards but got up, he said, "with mostly a sore shoulder and some blood in my mouth." Later that day—miracle 1—the urgent care was closed. His mother, Kelly, took him to St. David's Georgetown to treat a broken collarbone. He went in walking and talking, at the right place in time. Within minutes he began seizing and— miracle 2—the eagle-eye doctors had him under a surgical drill within minutes to relieve pressure on his brain from the traumatic brain injury no one realized he had. What followed was fast and fearful and punctuated
by many along the way whose reactions ranged from heartbreak to hope. He was taken on life support by StarFlight to a Level 1at UT. His nurse, Kyle (photo right) later told him he had never seen anyone recover from a similar injury. Taylor's parents agree anyone would be lucky to be a patient with StarFlight around. While he lingered in a coma, friends and family converged on the hospital and started a physical-virtual prayer chain that stretched around the world. With help from The Almighty, doctors, nurses, staff, and a lot of people in Jarrell, Taylor defied every prediction the doctors made, even the one who suggested his parents begin organ donation planning. "We did not accept that prognosis," Kelly says. "He's 17 years old and it was too soon to tell. We had that doctor removed from the floor." Once the pressure was relieved and the injuries treated, Taylor's strength snowballed daily, from grave (no brain activity) to inpatient rehabilitation in just three weeks. He was transferred to Dell Children's to recover and, miracle 3, returned to school in a wheelchair February 22. He walked into his prom in May. Even Taylor's dog, was allowed to be part of the cure; his furry touch affected one of Taylor's first muscle movements. Taylors dad, Brett, says "The people I’ve come to know in my life are the greatest, most generous and kindest people in the world. They put in their time, money and energy to make my family’s lives a little easier. Thank God they did." During his rehabilitation, Taylor got to know many more doctors and therapists at Dell and St. David's who showed (and urged) him to walk, eat, write and many
other skills, again. Today, thanks to everyone from his parents, first responders, neurosurgeons and countless nurses and staff, to his prayer warriors around the world, he is going to school, taking welding classes and looking forward to graduating with his friends. He said, "I'd still like to skateboard but my doctors have a list of things I shouldn't do." While he is not allowed to play contact sports, he still has the energy of a 17-yearold; he works out, shoots and rides horses. Still, Brett agrees with the doctors, "I will always be vigilant when it comes to what he wants to do. Taylor's first recollection begins when he knew he was okay. Ours was from day one when we didn't know if he would even survive." When asked if he has any takeaways from his experience, he smiles big and says, "Always wear a helmet!" Read BrettHardin posts on Facebook about the journey or follow Taylor @mitace1 on Twitter. Our thanks to St. David's Georgetown for bringing us this story of hope and heroes.
It's that Time of Year Again: 2018 Best of Georgetown, TX
Do you think yours is the best florist/hardware store, dentist in town? Or do you know what to tell your new neighbors or visitors where to find the best kid-friendly restaurant in Georgetown?
Where is the best live entertainment? The best hotel or bed and breakfast? The best boutique? The City of Georgetown Convention and Visitors Bureau wants to know who and what you believe represents the best of the City. Go online now to vote for your favorite among the top nominees. A business or organization will have received three nominations
in an individual category to be on the ballot for the voting phase. The voting phase continues until September 30 at 11:59pm. Visit Bestof.Georgetown. org to cast your vote (one vote per email address). The list of winners will be posted at Bestof.Georgetown.org. Winners are ranked Gold, Silver and Bronze in order of votes tallied. "What's great about this contest," says resident Ellen Gorham, "It's about Georgetown by people who live here. You're getting real
opinions from people who live here; not just random Yelp reviews from someone who drove through town on the way to Oklahoma." Winning businesses receive window decals as
well as certificates showing their award and category. In addition, the business name will be listed on the 2018 winners’ flyer at the Visitors Center and on the Bestof. Georgetown.org website
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY STRIKES GOLD WITH NATIONAL MEDAL
by Mayor Dale Ross
If you’ve been to the
Georgetown Public Library this summer, you may have seen signs and banners that read “National Medal Winner.” Everyone in Georgetown should appreciate this amazing honor and the many reasons our library earned it. Awarded each year since 1994 by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the National Medal for Museum and Library Service is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities. The award to Georgetown was presented in Washington, D.C., on May 24. With a total of 120,000 libraries across the country including 8,895 public libraries, the Georgetown Public Library is one of only five libraries in the U.S. to win the National Medal this year. The San Antonio Public Library is the only other public library in Texas to have won the IMLS National Medal in the past. So what makes our library so special? And how did our library become only the second public library in the state to earn this distinction? When you walk in the Georgetown Public Library, you encounter three words on the doors: Engage, Enlighten, Empower. This is the Library’s mission statement. That mission is evident in the many ways that the Library serves our citizens and drives the Library to serve as a catalyst for community wellbeing and enrichment.
Born from the community
The Georgetown Public Library was a creation
of the people who lived here; it began in 1966 as a grassroots organization run by volunteers. Anna Aiken was the president of the library when it started in a one-room storefront owned by Don and Clara Scarbrough at 802 S. Main St. The Library expanded to a new location at the corner of Main and Seventh streets in 1970. The Library became a department of the City when it moved to a new building at 808 Martin Luther King St. in 1987. In 2007, the Library moved to its current location at 402 W. Eighth St. after citizens supported bonds for a new 50,000 square foot facility. Community volunteers continue to be a vital part of the Library with more than 1,071 members in Friends of the Georgetown Public Library and 200 active volunteers.
Learning and growing
Given the rise of online content, it may be surprising to know that 1,500 items are checked out of the library every day. This includes books, e-books, DVDs and other materials. In addition, a collection of magazines, newspapers, and online content is used every day. The Summer Reading program as well as regular programs for children, teens, and adults aim to engage young and old with ideas and literature. This year the library initiated the Family Place Library™ program, which makes the library a center for early literacy and learning, parent education and engagement, and community connectivity to help ensure children enter school ready to learn.
Community connections
The Library helps people to connect to ideas and learning with the bookmobile. Every week this mini-library on wheels brings books and materials to seniors, youth and citizens with transportation challenges across the city. In 2016 the Library
hired a licensed social worker as the community resource coordinator who helps individuals access social services and fosters communication among local nonprofits and other agencies.
Transportation hub
The Library serves as the central transfer station and hub for GoGeo, the city’s bus system. Library staff sell bus passes and provide route information at the circulation desk. In addition, the Library has a fleet of bicycles available for checkout to be used in the city.
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Civic engagement
More than a place to get a book, the Library has become a vibrant center for civic involvement as
the location of more than 1,000 meetings each year. A wide variety of discussion groups, panels, worship services, celebrations, receptions, lectures, craft groups, and political or issue-related groups hold meetings and events at the Library.
Winning the National Medal for Museum and Library Service this year was confirmation of something many of us have already known: the Georgetown Public Library is a special place that is among the very best libraries in the U.S.
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In addition to his primary role, Library Director Eric Lashley leads the Arts and Culture program for the City, which includes placing public art on the Square and managing funding for other arts projects. The Library also holds free monthly public concerts in the lobby and hosts regular art exhibits and sculpture displays throughout the building and on the Library grounds. The Library also took the lead role in the successful creation of the Georgetown Art Center and securing downtown
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Georgetown’s designation as a Cultural District by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
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HOW TO DIVVY UP FAMILY BELONGINGS PEACEFULLY AND SENSIBLY Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to distribute my personal possessions to my kids after I’m gone without causing hard feelings or conflict? I have a lot of jewelry, art, family heirlooms and antique furniture, and three grown kids that don’t always see eye-to-eye on things. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, Divvying up personal possessions among adult children or other loved ones can often be a difficult task. Deciding who should get what without showing favoritism, hurting someone’s feelings or causing a feud can be difficult, even for close-knit families who enter the process with the best of intentions. Here are a few tips to consider that can help you divide your stuff with minimal conflict.
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For starters, you need to be aware that it’s usually the small, simple items of little monetary value that cause the most conflicts. This is because the value we attach to the small personal possessions is usually sentimental or emotional, and because the simple items are the things that most families fail to talk about.
Family battles can also escalate over whether things are being divided fairly by monetary value. So for items of higher value like your jewelry, antiques and art, consider getting an appraisal to assure fair distribution. To locate an appraiser, see Appraisers.org or AppraisersAssociation.org.
Ways to Divvy
The best solution for passing along your personal possessions is for you to go through your house with your kids or other heirs either separately or all at once. Open up cabinets, drawers and closets, and go through boxes in the attic and/or basement to find out which items they would
like to inherit and why. They may have some emotional attachment to something you’re not aware of. If more than one child wants the same thing, you will have the ultimate say. Then you need to sit down and make a list of who gets what on paper, signed, dated and referenced in your will. You can revise it anytime you want. You may also want to consider writing an additional letter or create an audio or video recording that further explains your intentions. You can also specify a strategy for divvying up the rest of your property. Here are some methods that are fair and reasonable: • Take turns choosing: Use a round-robin process where your kids take turns choosing the items they would like to have. If who goes first becomes an issue, they can always flip a coin, draw straws or roll dice. Also, to help simplify things, break down the dividing process room-by-room, versus tackling the entire house. To keep track of who gets what, either make a list or use adhesive dots with a color assigned to each person to tag the item.
• Have a family auction: Give each person involved the same amount of play money, or use virtual points or poker chips to bid on the items they want. For more ideas, see “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?” at YellowPiePlate.umn. edu. This is a resource created by the University of Minnesota Extension Service that offers a detailed workbook or interactive CD for $12.50, and DVD for $30 that gives pointers to help families discuss property distribution and lists important factors to keep in mind that can help avoid conflict.
It’s also very important that you discuss your plans in advance with your kids so they can know ahead what to expect. Or, you may even want to start distributing some of your items now, while you can still alive. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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can get your money out of it when you’re done. When you rent an apartment, your money is gone. Today's motor coaches are outfitted like apartments anyway and they hardly look like vehicles from the inside." Valley View is also a great place to try out your 'investment' when you make the purchase. "What better way to try out your new RV," Kimberly says. "Come here for the weekend or the month to learn about your RV, how it works, and make sure everything is in working order. Better here than when you're 600 miles away on the road." Valley View RV Park is on the I-35 service road in Jarrell and offers spaces daily, weekly and monthly.
The Stocktons are very pleased with the growth of their shade trees, the support from Jarrell police officers who check on the property on a regular basis, their state-of-the-art surveillance system and the friendly visitors who keep things clean and look out for each other. "Our location gives people access to everything Austin-to-Waco has to offer," Jeff says. "We are happy to offer a quiet place for people in transition or on their bucket list vacations. We work hard and we're transparent about our rules and expectations because we want this to be a safe and happy place where folks know what to expect and we will deliver with consistency."
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Alan's Hope 5K SEPT 30
Williamson County’s Alan’s Hope is hosting its second annual 5K walk/run “Guitars for HOPE” in recognition of National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month on Sunday, September 30, at 8:30 a.m. at Twin Lakes Park, 204 E. Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park, Texas. The 5K run/walk will feature live music along the route followed by health and wellness information and activities until noon. Register online or the morning of the event starting at 7:30am. The event hopes to raise awareness of the issue of suicide in our community and highlight the resources available to help improve mental and physical health to prevent suicides from occurring. For more information, contact Tammy Smith at 512-260-4280 or email tsmith@wilco.org. Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the Bluebonnet Trails crisis hotline at 1-800-841-1255 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Alan’s Hope was formed in 2011 as a subcommittee of the Williamson County
Behavioral Health Task Force focused on suicide prevention. The committee was named in memory of Round Rock resident Alan Carter Villaruz-Curley who was a victim of suicide in 2010. Alan’s Hope is dedicated to preventing suicides by promoting hope, awareness and support in Williamson County communities.
National Night Out OCT 2 This annual event to support safe neighborhoods, is Tues, Oct. 2. Block parties are being organized from 6-9pm. Online registration in Georgetown ends Sept. 21. Registering your block party provides information to the Georgetown Police Department so an officer or other City employees or officials can attend. Georgetown Police Department officers as well as other local law enforcement officers, elected officials, Georgetown firefighters and EMS technicians, and other City employees attended some of the 100-plus events last year. Georgetown Police are hosting a reception for party hosts at 6:30pm Sept. 26, at the Safety Center, 3500 D.B Wood Rd. To register your block party, go to pd.georgetown. org/national-night-out.
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Sterling Gloves: More Gold Than Ever Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. ~Muhammad Ali Georgetown's premier boxing event continues to grow in size and popularity. Eight Count Boxing held the semi-annual Sterling Gloves Boxing Tournament August 25-26 at Georgetown High School. The tournament is hosted by gym owner and six-time amateur boxing champion Herb Fulton (inset); his way of giving back to the community and benefiting local and regional boxers. The tournament has grown tremendously over time and this year boasted nearly 250 boxers in all weight classes. Thanks to Fulton's growing fan base, he was able to add
a second ring at the event and has attracted officials and fighters from all over Texas and surrounding states. His card included the likes of San Antonio's flyweight Guillermo Gutierrez (photo right) who, at 19, has beaten many boxers twice his age, fought at the National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions and has been ranked as high as 5th nationally. "We hosted male and female boxers from 8 years old to heavyweight and we are excited to be able to provide training and guidance to all comers," Fulton says. Eight Count schedules open sparring every month and since the tournament is non-profit, funds raised go toward helping local boxers and training. "We have added 20 new boxers at my gym and I'm happy to do an assessment for anyone interested in sparring or just getting health or being more Monthly Networking Luncheon athletic." Fulton treats everyone like family and WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 encourages all to reach their full potential with "no excuses." Eight Count’s aim isn’t 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM so much about making fighters as it is about Jarrell High School | 1100 FM 487 | Jarrell, TX creating a fighting mentality with a rigorous and personal workout regimen that turns Guest Speaker: Jarrell ISD Superintendent, Dr. Bill Chapman gym-goers into self-starters; evidence by Luncheon Sponsor: Jarrell Economic Development Corporation his mantra "You don't have to be a boxer to train like one." Visit EightCountBoxing. com
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By being a part of our community rather than a large corporation, The Gabriels can easily accomodate any service families require.
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