Advocate January 26, 2017

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Dale Ross Files For 2nd Mayoral Run

Mayor Ross submitted his application January 18 to run for re-election as Mayor of The Greatest City on planet Earth. "During my first campaign for mayor I identified my priorities and promised to work on them. I posted them on the city's website to ensure the good people of Georgetown that I would be accountable to them. We are the second safest city in Texas, we have contracts in place for affordable renewable energy for the next several decades, and we have the lowest effective tax rate among cities in Central Texas." Ross says as an incumbent, it is important to note achievements with regard to platform and priorities and assures voters he will continue to energize the city and its leaders to those ends.

His list includes just some of the important issues of the day but above all, he takes great pride in being able to provide strong leadership and being a unifying leader representing all of Georgetown. "During my last campaign, some looked to my performance as a council member, but I believe the role of mayor is very different and I think I've been able to bring people together to continue to make Georgetown a great place to live, work and raise a family."

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The Georgetown Police Department held

the first of many CommUNITY stakeholder discussion summits this month. The first was with the leaders of Georgetown faith-based congregations. As part of the department’s “CommUNITY” initiative to build strong relationships between the police and the community, Chief Wayne Nero began officially implementing his branded program, which will connect and extend leadership among seven stakeholder groups in the City.

“Georgetown law enforcement has always been serious about building and maintaining strong community relationships; now we’ve just given it a name,” Nero says. “There is a lot of good work that goes on here every day, and we want the CommUNITY initiative to highlight those events in order to strengthen public trust.”

The purpose of the program is to manage the department’s community engagement efforts in light of ongoing national conversations about policing.

“The reality is that we have a great deal of public support in Georgetown. Of those citizens polled recently in a community survey, 95 percent rated the police department services at good or excellent.

While that is a great number, we can still improve,” Nero stated.

CommUNITY is a strategic framework that intends to strengthen existing relationships, meet and exceed stakeholder needs and expectations, and improve the public trust and legitimacy. In simpler terms, it will position the department and its officers as a hub in a community-based network of engaged and diverse community leaders willing to add value to our city.

“For instance,” Nero said, “We may want to invite a youth sports team or two to the Public Safety Center to practice with officers. We then invite local business to sponsor t-shirts or signs, provide food, or other stakeholder groups to participate with us; meanwhile officers provide tours of the Public Safety Center and talk to the kids about character and leadership. Or we can facilitate the connections for a faithbased or neighborhood event. I envision a network of collaborative leadership from across diverse groups that are willing to reach across conventional boundaries and work together to make Georgetown exactly what is has the potential to become… extraordinary.”

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Chief Nero made several stops at neighborhood centers, churches and community organizations at October's National Night Out. Pictured above at Christ Lutheran Church with A.J. and Jay. CommUNITY will have a network of people within each group: Neighborhoods, Youth, Business, Elderly, Media, Churches, and Social Services. Once leaders in those groups are identified or volunteered, the Chief plans to meet quarterly to discuss and get suggestions for everything from social media to education. “We had just one meeting with the faith-based congregation leaders and I have two pages of great feedback as to how we can better engage our community. I want to increase transparency, enhance how we educate and communicate with our citizens, and ensure we are strengthening stakeholder relationships,” Nero says.

The Georgetown Police Department, like many others, is working to create better dialogue while the nation rolls up its sleeves to solve problems together. “All through history, societies have had those members who have stood watch on behalf of their fellow citizens. In order to be successful in that endeavor we must maintain public trust and legitimacy. CommUNITY is about more clearly defining a relational

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"So we are looking to do this in a programmatic manner that has the potential to be a model for other communities. There will also be a CommUNITY Advisory Group to the Chief, which will allow me to share information with select community leaders and actively seek and listen to their council, which has strong potential to add value to everything we do. These will be leaders who have strong community influence.

"When people know and understand why and how we do things, it changes their perceptions and allows for better communication and understanding,” Nero says. Chief Nero will be building on the successful Church Summit with additional group meetings across the various stakeholder groups. Look for previews and summaries of future networking meetings in The Advocate.

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GISD Update Re-zoning

Georgetown ISD announced additional time is needed to respond to questions and feedback received online and at the public meetings held on January 5 and January 10 regarding school boundaries and rezoning for the District. The Communications office said the district will continue to work with the demographer to see if any changes can be made to address some of the concerns brought forward.

The Board of Trustees received an update on

rezoning at the January 17, 2017 School Board Meeting; however, the Board did not take action on the proposed attendance zones at this time. They expect to bring a final recommendation to the Board at the February 21 School Board meeting.

GISD will host a Spanish language public meeting on the rezoning of attendance boundaries on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at the Mitchell Elementary cafeteria, located at 1601 Rockride Lane. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. and the entire presentation will be conducted in Spanish. If you cannot attend the meeting, you may submit questions and leave feedback on the Rezoning website at georgetownisd.org.

School officials are encouraging input as they continue to work on bringing forward an attendance zone plan that will maximize the capacity of current and future facilities as they prepare for growth.

Board Passes A-F Resolution

At the regular School Board meeting held on January 17, the Board unanimously approved a resolution opposing the A-F Accountability Rating System.

For more information on the A-F Rating System or to see a copy of the resolution, please visit www. georgetownisd.org and click on the resources tab under the scrolling banners

GYAB Wants You!

The Georgetown Youth Advisory Board (GYAB) is a city board whose members are appointed by the Georgetown City Council and Mayor. The GYAB advises City Council on youth issues and is a means for youth in Georgetown to become active leaders in their community. Serving on the GYAB gives youth the opportunity to have an official voice shaping quality of life in Georgetown.

The GYAB is made up of nine members from the 8th–12th grade. The requirements to serve on the Board are: youth currently in 8th through 12th grade attending a public school, charter school, private school, or home school within the Georgetown ISD boundaries. Appointed members serve two years on the board with the exception of appointed seniors.

All completed applications should be turned in to the City Secretary at City Hall (113. E 8th Street).

If you have any questions about the application itself, please contact the City Secretary’s office at 512930-3651.

GYAB members will be selected and appointed for the next term in February.

All newly appointed members will begin participating in Board meetings in March.

Contact Arica Keilers, Youth Program Coordinator and Staff Liaison for the GYAB at 512-931-2744 or arica.keilers@georgetown. org.

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Public Safety Information Specialist Amanda Chron from Georgetown Police Department · 1h ago Georgetown Police Department is seeking the community’s help in investigating an auto/bicycle fatality that occurred in the 2300 block of Patriot Way sometime between 5pm, 1/23/17 and 7:30am, 1/24/17.

Investigators know Thomas (Tommy) Ketterhagen, 19 yrs old, was last seen riding his bicycle in the area around 5pm yesterday and did not return home last night. Law enforcement was contacted last evening to report Tommy missing around 10pm and, tragically, he was found deceased this morning along the roadway.

It appears he was struck by a blue in color vehicle; however, there was very little additional evidence at the scene.

GPD is asking anyone that may have information that could help with the investigation to contact Detective Kirby Shoemake at 512.930.8491 or kirby. shoemake@georgetown. org.

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Marino also cooked for a while at BB's and Andice General Store and is thrilled that the site was available for his new venture. Wife Terry says "He is excited about a new challenge and being able to pull together all of his cooking experiences into one great restaurant. It's a lifelong dream and we hope the success of his pizza shop will translate here to Georgetown."

Simmer Down will be a family restaurant and the menu include beer and wine and they will finalize the menu this month to let everyone know which favorites will be served.

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Reverence and Service for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

About 200 people united at the Historic Courthouse to celebrate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and marched in song to Macedonia Baptist Church.

Escorted by Georgetown motor police and all smiles, residents, students, city officials and church leaders paused for a prayer before beginning the seven-block walk.

St. Paul Pastor Kantrice Robinson spoke to the Advocate before the parade and said, "I am excited to see us being together and in community. Seeing the sacred Word in each and every person, and seeing the hand of

God in every individual, this is a very holy moment for me."

River Rock Bible Church Pastor Charlie Turner was at the event with his four (very) young children who collectively remembered "Martin Luther King helped people understand that God created us all equal and loves us and sent Jesus to die for us no matter what we look like."

At the church, participants quickly filled the pews, extra chairs, foyer and spilled out onto the sidewalk to hear gospel song and the guest speaker Pastor Charles Robinson from EPEC Church in Killeen.

Pastor Robinson, husband to Kantrice, also prayed over the crowd, "We are representing righteousness, justice, hope, peace and love, to walk with the hopefulness of Your love and grace."

Elsewhere across the city, The Georgetown Project held a Youth Service Day and provided opportunities for nearly 100 teens to take part in clean-up, senior visits, gift preparation and donations.

The Georgetown Project partnered with the Teen Center for the 17th year in a row. Executive Director Leslie Janca said "I see the kids come in and the first thing they say is 'How can I help?'

It's really great to see their willingness to be here."

Parks & Recreation Youth Program director Arica Keilers said, "It is a great opportunity for youth at all three high schools to come together and they don't have this opportunity very often.

They learn about each place and project as well as the needs of each organization and populations they serve."

L-R: Killeen Pastor Charles Robinson • Jarrell High School 10th grader Savannah, and Georgetown 9th graders Beti and Jaymcus worked on no-sew blankets for children with cancer. • The parade starts from the Square with Trae, Tyrei, Zamora and Kyla leading the way and holding the AME banner. • Political Science Professor Eric Selbim and some current & former students participated in the march and spent some time in conversation outside the crowded church.

Holt Cat to Open Facility in Georgetown

Holt Cat, a Caterpillar equipment and engine sales, rental, parts and service dealer, will build a regional Caterpillar facility at 2101 Airport Road near the intersection of Lakeway Drive and I-35.

Holt is expected to create new jobs and a net benefit to the City of more than $13 million over ten years.

City Council approved an economic development agreement with the construction equipment company during its Jan. 24 meeting.

The City is also moving

forward with infrastructure improvements in the area, including expanding Airport Road and extending a wastewater line along I-35 that will allow for future commercial development as well as the Holt Cat facility.

“We’re excited Holt Cat has chosen Georgetown to locate its newest regional sales hub. This facility will bring investment and jobs to a previously undeveloped area and initiate additional growth on the north side of the city,” Mayor Dale Ross said. “Holt is a

family-friendly business and is going to bring 129 jobs with an average salary of $48,500.”

The company expects to build an approximately 60,000-square-foot facility by the end of 2018, invest a minimum of $20 million in infrastructure and improvements by the end of 2018 and have a minimum of $27.5 million in sales per year for the first five full calendar years of operation.

“We appreciate the City of Georgetown’s decision, and are excited for Holt Cat to be a bigger part of

the community,” said Tony Shedrock, Holt Cat vice president of general services. “Recognizing the growing need to support our customers and employees along the I-35 corridor, our new location in Georgetown will provide a great work environment that will assist in better serving our customers and will provide for a substantial positive economic impact for Georgetown and their citizens.”

The location will be the company’s largest retail

location built in more than 30 years and will be a state-of-the-art facility, Shedrock said.

“We very much appreciate the way the staff and City Council made us feel welcome and worked with us to make this venture possible,” Shedrock said.

Holt Cat expects to hire

specialized heavy-equipment mechanics as well as administrative, sales and marketing positions.

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High Marks for 2nd Annual GISD State of the District

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Dr. Fred Brent hosted a standing-room-only crowd at the 2nd Annual State of the District at the Georgetown Community Center January 18. The luncheon was beautifully catered by the Culinary Arts students at East View High School, decorated by artwork from several schools, and opened with a stunning performance by “One Voice”, made up of GHS and EVHS show choirs.

When it came to the National Anthem—well, now they were just showing off as GHS senior violinist Collins McLaughlin played so expertly, much of the room believed there were two instruments playing in harmony.

Prior to his presentation, Dr. Brent was eager to talk principles and plans for

the next year.

“Our State of the District is about our partnership with the Georgetown Education Foundation and letting our community see their kids doing great work, which they may not see in an everyday school life.

It’s all about community engagement and the fact that we want to be accountable to our students and their parents. These are their kids, it’s their money and we want them to see the great things going on in our schools.”

The event showcased several schools’ clubs and learning programs that many were not aware of before the luncheon. Cooper GT teacher Becca Massey’s 5th grade “anchors” talked about their daily video feed that has replaced morning announcements. Terri Henry’s Benold Sea Perch team wowed everyone with their knowledge and expertise in engineering and marine science.

Several teachers were on hand to report back on Education Foundation grants awarded in the last school year. GEF Secretary Kevin Pitts said, “We

Left: Dr. Fred Brent, • Below: Reagan Truitt and Emily Eagle co-anchor Cooper announcements • Right: Benold Sea Perch students, Emma (7th), MacKenzie (6th), Sophia (8th), Haley(8th), Ryan (8th). Bottom L-R: East View culinary students, Citalyt (11th), Edwing (11th) and Chef Emily Jimenez • One Voice Soloist Avery Vickers • "Yogi Bear" by Wyatt Woodard GHS 10th grade

gave out $23,000 last year and we are excited to see that money being applied for things like ergonomic seating, networked tablets for the classroom, and software for music students. I am looking forward to seeing the new creative ideas from our teachers this year as well.”

Dr. Brent affirmed the district is more focused

on what he feels is more valuable to the people in our community. “We talked about [community-based accountability] last year but we knew we needed another year to be solid on that curricula before beginning the process so we hope to have an action item for the board in February.” He also addressed what he considers to be a flawed A-F rat-

ing system recently released by the TEA. “We will reach out to the community and ask them what they find valuable in their students’ education and what measures can we use to understand and determine whether or not each student is successful.

The current standardized testing does not tell us that.”

Brent also went on to say that communication and engagement are priorities.

“I want people to be well informed and proud of our principles and achievements; able to tell people what it is we do here in Georgetown.”

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resentative Terry Wilson took time from the legislative session to attend and was very pleased, “How can you come in here and not feel optimistic? I think Georgetown needs an additional label—Destination Inspiration. Georgetown is really leaning forward on some of the projects I saw here today and you have teachers who are inspired, a school board and superintendent who are all trying to be in front of the wave looking for inspiration.

Georgetown has truly embraced “it takes a village” and I pray that every child has an opportunity to be inspired.”

Dr. Brent’s presentation is available online at GeorgetownISD.org

Girls Soccer Bonding On and Off the Field

by Ann Marie Ludlow

Although not covering sports events, the Advocate recognizes teams deserving coverage for their hard work, effort and energy that go into building their bonds as much as their record.

The Georgetown Girls Soccer team is coached by Sam McCutchen and is led

by Junior Captains Sarah Ellison and Ashley Thiel, and Senior captains Mackenzie Pruitt and Amanda Montgomery.

These four ladies are so in sync, they finished each others' sentences so herein are their collective thoughts on the season.

So far the young women have been plagued by bad weather and played just two games, but what felt like a building year in the pre-season is starting to feel like a championship season. "We are a young team but we are doing very well as a unit and we have much better chemistry on the field than we did last year."

The team members motivate each other and hold

"This is one sport where no one cares about your size or what you look like. I have never felt more accepted than on this team."

each a other accountable.

"We respect each other and because of that we all feel like we owe our best to each other. Each person's improvement is for the whole team."

All of them are very involved in and out of

school. Most play soccer year round, take AP classes, volunteer at church, and participate in NHS, student council, FFA; "We know in college and in the working world, people are looking for the well rounded person. You learn important

skills being on a team and being a leader. Being a bright student is important but you have to be able to understand building relationships and social skills."

Aside from Captains, the team has other leadership positions so every member

feels her voice is important. "Bring your talents to the table and we will find a way for you to lead with your strengths."

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They speak volumes of Coach McCutcheon and how supportive and tough he is. "He will do anything for us and he has taught us that participation trophies are for burning."

As for a social life, soccer takes care of that too. "We don’t worry about dates or going out. Soccer is my family and the people I hang out with. In school, after school—this is our peer group."

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Republicans Gather to Celebrate Commander in Chief

Millions were watching around the world but about 75 gathered at Mel's Lone Star Lanes to celebrate together the inauguration of the 45th president. Mel's provided a great venue to watch the inauguration January 20. With an open bar and nine big screens, it was as perfect a view as any outside of Washington, DC. The theme from major networks to local party chair Bill Fairbrother was the peaceful transfer of power. In his best Deplorable t-shirt, Fairbrother encouraged the crowd as

the oath taking approached.

"I am very happy today," he said. "As an American, seeing the peaceful transition of power is a great thing. Obama and Trump could not be more different but today there is no military effort and no crisis, so regardless of your affiliation, you have to feel good about that. As a Republican, I'm looking forward to transitioning; millions are still looking for jobs and health care.

President Trump will get the economy rolling again and will take a tougher stance on foreign policy."

Other attendees were also very happy on the day.

Applause erupted when Vice President Pence appeared on screen, and again when President Trump arrived. It all culminated with a standing-o and the long ring of the bell when the oath was complete.

It's a great and joyous and fabulous and wonderful day. - Linda McDaniel This is a great day for me because I feel like I helped.

The speech was uplifting because he talked to everyone and I think his mes-

sage of love and inclusion is more important than anything. I'm very positive because this is a man who has shown us he knows how to be successful. - Cathy Cody I'm so glad there is someone in the White House who loves America. He's pretty brash sometimes but he loves this country and he loves us. - Joanne

What a great day for America. I have never taken a day off for an inauguration but I took today to celebrate with my fellow Americans who have

waited eight long years for this moment and to make America great again. Lesli Fitzpatrick

Williamson County Congressman Carter Elected Chair of Auditor Appointed Homeland Security Appropriations

On January 13, the district judges of Williamson County are announced the appointment of Jerri L. Jones as the new County Auditor for Williamson County.

Ms. Jones has more than 20 years of financial experience including payroll, budgeting, accounting, and analyzing cost data for major military organizations.

Ms. Jones served honorably in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years as a Finance Officer achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

In the Corps and in private life, Ms. Jones has exhibited her talents as a systems expert. Following military service she was a mid-level manager in manufacturing for Solectron.

Later, Ms. Jones became the Executive Director of the non-profit Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. While Director, she managed contract negotiations and construction accounting of the

Advocacy Center facility built on Inner Loop Road in Georgetown.

Currently, Ms. Jones serves as Williamson County Treasurer and manages the county's revenue and investments.

Soon after taking office, Ms. Jones led the extensive effort to select a new financial institution for the county’s banking needs.

Additionally, under Ms. Jones’ leadership, the Treasurer’s office has reduced redundancies, increased efficiency and expanded the county’s investment activity.

The District Judges of Williamson County believe that Ms. Jones’ overall experience, leadership qualities, and proven track record make her the right choice to move Williamson County forward in the coming years. Ms. Jones is expected to assume her new duties as County Auditor no later than March 1, 2017.

my peers to serve in this important position,” said Carter. “I bring common sense Texas values to the appropriations process and, as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Homeland Security, I will continue

January 10, the Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, Rodney Frelinghuysen, announced the 12 Appropriations Subcommittee Chairs for the 115th Congress. Rep. John R. Carter (R-TX-31) has been elected to the position of Chairman of the Subcommittee on Homeland Security, which appropriates all funding for the Department of Homeland Security and its agencies.

Two other Texans were also named as subcommittee chairs: Kay Granger will chair Defense Appropriations Subcommittee and John Culberson will continue his chairmanship of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee.

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Champions' Pirate Bowl Benefits CASA

Mel's Lone Star Lanes hosted a "bowl game" benefit January 21 to celebrate Southwestern's SCAC Football title; their first since 1946. With ticket sales and a silent auction, the event raised nearly $1000 for Williamson County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).

CASA provides trained, court-appointed volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children.

"It was David's idea," Coach Joe Austin noted.

"And he helped us jump through some hoops to

make sure all the players could participate."

David Kellerman, owner of Mel's created the event to recognize the Pirates' winning season and wanted to create a tie-in with the community to ensure the NCAA would agree that the students and players could participate in the activities.

Kellerman says, "The team didn't get to go to a bowl game so we had a sudden brainstorm to have a 'bowl game' here.

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Marissa Austin has been with CASA since September. "I'm so pleased with the outcome. From just one event we raised nearly enough to provide services for one child for an entire year. I'm learning a great deal and the challenges are equaled by the rewards," Austin says. "Just yesterday we had an adoption of a little girl with special needs.

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by Robyn Densmore, Records Coordinator. She assists the City Secretary in maintaining compliance with state records laws and enjoys sharing some of the more colorful entries, dockets and names from the library.

Fortunately, the Georgetown Library is going to have the first static display of the record books beginning in May. "We have done our best to make our records fireproof and water proof so they are ready to be on display for people to discover some history on their own. We have enjoyed trying to interpret some of the events and cases we've found ourselves."

Just a sampling of the Mayor's Docket (he was also the Justice of the Peace) shows arrests of folks for being drunk and down on the square (passed out), and using language towards another calculated to provoke an assault, which is a nice way of saying Henry was arrested for picking a fight.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Next Mayoral Race—Hot or Not?

Support for Dale Ross, Candidate

By Mike Payne

is guided by exemplary standards.

“One hundred sixty-nine years as a city, and the state of Georgetown has never been better.” Always on the go, always ebullient, this was the reflection from Georgetown’s Mayor Dale Ross just after he signed up to run for a second term that will extend into 2020.

“I have had the distinct honor of serving the citizens of Georgetown in what have been three of the most historic years in the history of the city, and I look forward to continuing to guide us toward a safe and prosperous future if the people will have me for a second term.”

In his first campaign, Mr. Ross ran on a platform of “representing all of Georgetown,” and wherever anything is happening, that's where you'll find him.

The Mayor offered a consistent vision with which he planned to lead the city of Georgetown.

First, he said, “We must maintain the highest level of public safety for our citizens.” Georgetown was recently rated as the second safest city in Texas for its size, and it has implemented an EMS program which

Ross's second campaign promise was that, “We must have a tax rate that makes it affordable for all people to live in Georgetown.” The city of Georgetown currently maintains the lowest tax rate in Central Texas.

Third, he indicated we must diversify our energy portfolio. In 2016, the city was recognized around the world for being the first city of its size to consume 100% renewable energy, on a 25 year fixed rate contract.

Fourth, Ross said, “Mobility will continue to be a critical issue for us.”

Georgetown was recently named as the fastest growing city in America with populations of 50,000 to 100,000. After the passage of a $105 million road bond, the largest in the city’s history, Georgetown is undertaking the largest road projects to date: the construction of the Southwest Bypass from IH-35 to Williams Drive; along with an alternate route for IH35S by widening FM1460 and adding safety lighting on this 3.2 mile route to Round Rock, while making additional road improvements simultaneously.

Finally, Ross emphasized the importance “to manage and guide quality growth to preserve the unique charm that has been Georgetown for a century-and-a-half.”

He credits the success of his first term to the current council, observing that, “It would be hard to find a more informed, experienced, or dedicated group sitting on a dais anywhere in America today. One of the key components to great leadership anywhere is ‘keeping the main thing the main thing.’ That means that our job is not complicated. It is to set vision, implement policy, and manage the budget. With an AA plus bond rating, it is obvious that there is a solid plan and it is being well executed.”

That brings me to the question: Is there a need to change this leadership right now? In addition to the obvious fact that Ross has doggedly stuck to and executed his campaign promises, just look around; Georgetown is a beautiful, vibrant city with incredible parks, great schools, a low tax rate, and a quality of life second to none.

Without a doubt, Georgetown has been led by the right man at the right time for the past three years. I’m just glad that Mayors aren't like City Managers in that every time there is a great one, another city is working to steal him away—if that were the case, we'd have to keep a close eye on this one! It is clear that Mayor Ross deserves three more years to continue to keep Georgetown the best city in America!

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I think it’s important to re-elect Mayor Ross. He is one of the few individuals I know whose expertise and experience encompasses Georgetown’s past, present and future. He has a deep appreciation of Georgetown’s history, especially the importance of The Square, of Sun City, and Georgetown’s rich place in Texas’ political and social development.

He is equally well grounded in Georgetown’s present. As a business owner he has a wealth of knowledge about what makes this community successful, and the relationship of the City, County and State in its development. That’s critical in

bringing the various participants together as we forge public-private partnerships to the betterment of our community.

Finally, he has used his first term to shape the future of Georgetown. The key phrase has been to gain control of our own destiny, to get ahead of growth, and shape it in a fiscally and socially responsible manner.

The hallmarks of his tenure as Mayor include Public Safety, Economic Development and preserving the character and integrity of Georgetown as a small town on the San Gabriel, and, as Dale says in every presentation, “The Greatest City on Planet Earth”.

It’s been a pleasure to work with him on projects.

He runs a good meeting, keeps an open dialogue, and doesn’t let the process bog down with minutia.

In sum, Mayor Ross has accomplished a great deal in his first term, largely because he knows this town so well and has a solid vision for its future.

We would all be well served to give him another term to stay the course and complete the tasks which are underway.

I support his re-election and intend to speak out in his favor during the campaign. I encourage you to support him as well.

Steve Fought, Sun City

Vision v. Strategy in Politics It’s not that I am brilliant, nor am I a television pundit; however I think I have determined why Hillary lost.

There is a theory out there that says people buy, or vote, for things based on the “why” rather than the “what” of their message. In the context of this election this theorem says there are three levels to your voting choice for a candidate. The levels are why, how and what.

The “why” is the candidate’s vision which is based on their closely held beliefs. The “how” is the strategies they will use to reach that vision; and the “what” are the tactics used to complete the strategies.

Enough on theorems; each of us has our own vision of our futures.

Every election we look for someone who holds a like vision. It has been shown over and over that the most important character-

istic of gaining a voter’s confidence is the “why” factor. Donald Trump as a entrepreneur inherently knew this. He put his vision, “Make America Great Again” in front of all of us.

Following the introduction of his vision, he placed his strategies out there as well.

Those strategies were developed and given life from that vision. The “what” or tactics, much to the consternation of his opponent and the media, were hazy.

They didn’t understand that, like all tactics, they well could change with the changing environment.

Hillary didn’t start with her vision. What it appears she did was start with her tactics and then created strategies based on those tactics. Finally she created the slogan “I’m with her” or “Stronger Together” which was not a generator of great enthusiasm. She failed to understand that people, other than those on

the hard left or hard right, would most likely vote based on the candidate’s vision, of which she really had none. You can see this, in part, by the candidacy of Bernie Sanders. He was a candidate of vision. Had the DNC not worked to ensure Hillary’s victory, Senator Sanders may have well been the Democrat nominee. Had Senator Sanders prevailed, it would have been an election between two competing visions. Rather than two competing visions, we were asked to select a candidate based on his vision and her slogan. I remind you of Martin Luther King.

This was a man who had closely held beliefs. Those beliefs formed his vision which he so cogently delivered standing in Washington D.C. proclaiming, “I have a dream.”

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35, you know who Arthur Murray was. Heck, we all know that’s where Johnny Castle learned to dance before someone put Baby in a corner.

Now Arthur Murray is in Georgetown; strengthening the renewal of ballroom dance and bringing class back to the dance floor.

Owners Carlos Hernandez and Elena Lewis met ten years ago when Elena was a new instructor and Carlos was a seasoned instructor of ten years. They worked together in the Washington D.C. area and went separate ways for a bit before reconnecting five years ago and wound up a happy couple, now with a three-year-old daughter.

“Carlos was, most of the time, where I wanted to be in the business and I followed a similar path in my dance career. He always wanted a studio of his own and I wanted to be near family so when we were looking to relocate, I’m a Texas native. We did the research and fell in love with Georgetown.”

Carlos says, “We feel very blessed to be out of the hustle and bustle of a big city but in a booming smaller town like Georgetown with people who have

helped us. We love giving this dance opportunity to people and we are already Ambassadors in the Chamber of Commerce; we’ve been waiting for this right time for a long time.”

The pair have been slowly building their clientele; couples who want to learn steps for their wedding, or their kids’ wedding. They are also reaching out in the community to get to know people and groups—giving free lessons for the Sun City Ballroom Dance club (to rave reviews) as well as GISD Middle School students. “We were really excited about the response from the after-school group. We got so many boys and when they come to lessons, the girls will follow. It’s great to see them put down their phones and learn proper ways to hold each other on the dance floor.”

Elena says. “We have a lot of diversity in our clientele and Georgetown is the perfect size for people to still share good ideas by word of mouth.”

The studio is also sponsoring a Dancing with the Stars event with the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce. “Arthur Murray was actually the driving force behind the television

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show and we’re thrilled with the resurgence of its popularity,” Carlos says. “We are all about family and camaraderie and we have a great student body that has embraced that.”

Fans can also look for a Spring “Dancing with the Ambassadors” benefit for Williamson County CASA at their studio March 25.

Each Arthur Murray studio is a franchise and is very much reflective of the owners so while the dancing is the Arthur Murray method, the Georgetown studio is all about Elena and Carlos’ style. “Many dancers are used to a wall of mirrors and we don’t have that. We like to focus on the dancing and the partner without the distraction of people who don’t like to look at themselves, or (laughing) some people that look in the mirror too much and lose focus on the movement.”

Arthur Murray focus has always been on private lessons, Elena says. “Arthur

Murray made that popular, which is why we can guarantee your success. We can adjust to learning styles, abilities and customize for the dances you want to learn.”

Clients get the first lesson free and can purchase packages for $525 and up for singles or couples. But, in addition to the private lessons, they have open classes every night for no additional charge, and Thursday night is a dance/ social night for all the students.

“We want people to be social and feel like they can come here any time for practice or rehearsal, or just for fun. It’s a safe place to work on their skills before heading out to venue where they might be more self-conscious. We also encourage people to dance with other partners.”

Carlos adds, “We really enjoy and are fulfilled seeing couples start to enjoy

Top: A "family night" out two-stepping with the students. • Elena and Carlos in performance • Stan Shroyer and Barb Ramsey rehearse at the studio. it and get excited about it.

We got a text from a couple who got applause on a cruise ship. And it’s the best exercise to do together. You’re focused on each other, it’s not competitive and one person’s improvement helps you both.”

Arthur Murray of Georgetown is open Tuesday-Friday 12-9pm and Saturday 11-7. “And bring the kids,” Elena says. “We have a quiet room where they can play while you dance.”

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FEB 4, 8am: Register now for the 22nd annual Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run. The chip-timed 5K run/walk begins at 8am at Seventh and Main streets and ends at the Bark Park on Holly Street.

Through Jan. 11, the registration cost is $18 for adults ages 13-54 and $16 for children age 12 and younger and seniors age 55 and older. Registration between Jan. 12 and Feb. 3 is $22 per person for all age groups.

The Kids Fun Run for children 8 and younger starts at 7:30am. The course is a loop around the Courthouse.

The event includes a Cupid costume contest. Dogs on a non-retractable leash are always welcome on the Cupid’s Chase course.

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overnight adventure. Join library staff the next morning for a light breakfast, slideshow, and to pick up animal friends. Follow the fun all night long via Facebook at facebook. com/GeorgetownTexasLibrary For more information contact Children’s Librarian Bethni King at 512.930.3551 or bethni. king@georgetown.org Drop off – Friday February 10 from 9-5:30

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FEB 4, 4pm: San Gabriel Presbyterian Church, 5404 Williams Drive, is hosting the Linfield Choir. This select group of college singers has been touring as an ensemble since 1930. They sing a variety of styles on campus and around the world. No charge, but freewill offerings will be accepted.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover FEB 11, 10am: Kids can drop off a stuffed animal at the library for a fun

FEB 27: Join us as we kick off our year-long centennial celebration on the Georgetown square, February 27, 2017 at 10 a.m. We will be meeting outside of the courthouse to hear a few words from Superintendent Dr. Fred Brent, and watch as the new GISD 100 year anniversary banners are placed around the square.

We are excited to celebrate our past 100 years with the Georgetown community throughout 2017.

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MARCH 4, 6-9pm: The Georgetown Main Street Program will hold the 8th Annual Georgetown Swirl, our Texas Downtown Association (TDA) President’s Award-winning Texas wine and food celebration with shopping, on the Square where last year they sold out. Live jazz music will set a fun and festive mood.

There are 125 VIP tickets for $125 each for access to Gumbo North’s balcony and private party area upstairs. Proceeds benefit the Georgetown Main Street Facade & Sign Grant Program.

Chase the Chief Fun Run & 5K MARCH 5: Benefiting students in GISD schoolsChase the Chief Chase 5k Run/Walk & Fun Run is a community event for the whole family and will take place at the GISD football stadium. Participants in

both events will have the chance to “Chase” Georgetown Police Chief Wayne Nero, in the 5k race, and Assistant Police Chief Cory Tchida, in the Fun Run event.

Chase the Chief is a joint fitness initiative of the Georgetown Police Department and the Georgetown ISD Council of PTA. The event focuses on raising awareness about the devastating health, social, and economic impact of childhood obesity, encouraging behavior change among children and families to combat obesity, and exposing community members to fun physical activity, including a GPD obstacle course, fitness fair, and healthy snacks.

Both will begin at the start/finish line located between the stadium and practice fields. A keepsake will be awarded to the participants who complete either race!

All of the proceeds from this race go toward supporting the Physical Fitness programs at GISD schools.

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Intelligent people tend to be messier, stay up later and curse more.

The closer in length your fourth and second finger are, the more aggressive you are likely to be.

More than 17,000 people in the US and UK auditioned for the role of Harry Potter.

Usain Bolt broke the world record at the 2008 for the 100m with his shoe untied.

Emma Watson has spent 45 percent of her life shooting the Harry Potter series.

Apple has $164 billion in cash.

They can buy Netflix, Pandora, Uber, Whatsapp and still have $31 billion.

500-Euro notes are called "Bin Ladens" because everyone knows what they look like but they are really hard to find.

Birds can see the Earth's magnetic field.

Hens can see daylight 45 minutes earlier than humans can.

The longest time between twins being born is 87 days.

In 1923, Jockey Frank Hayes had a heart attack in the middle of a race at Belmont and died. His body stayed in the saddle and his horse won the race.

Most Sesame Street Muppets are left-handed. The puppeteers use their dominant hand to operate the puppet.

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Taxpayers lose money every year making pennies and nickels because they cost more to make than they're worth.

Neil Armstrong may have stepped first, but Buzz Aldrin was the first person to urinate on the moon (in the suit of course, shortly after stepping onto the surface).

Scientists have been able to slow the speed of light down to 17m/sec by pulsing it through ultracold atomic gas (not sure why they would want to...).

Russia has a larger surface area than Pluto.

There are 1.6 million ants for every human on Earth. But, all the ants weigh the same as all the humans.

Shakespeare made up the name Jessica for "The Merchant of Venice."

The strawberry is not a berry. The banana is. A pineapple is not a single fruit, but a group of berries that have fused together.

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Also note that your mom doesn’t have to live with you to qualify as a dependent, as long as her income was under $4,050 and you provided more than half her financial support.

If your mother does live with you, you can include a percentage of your mortgage, utilities and other expenses in calculating how much you contribute to her support. IRS Publication 501 (see irs.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/p501.pdf) has a worksheet that can help you with this. To receive this, or other IRS publications or forms via mail, call 800-829-3676.

Shared Support

If you share the financial responsibility for your mom with other siblings, you may be eligible for the IRS multiple-support declaration. Here’s how this works. If one sibling is providing more than half the parent’s financial support, only that sibling can claim the parent. But if each sibling provides less than 50 percent support, but their combined assistance exceeds half the parent’s support. In that case, any sibling who provides more than 10 percent can claim the parent as a dependent.

But only one sibling can claim the tax break in any given year. Siblings can

rotate the tax break, with one claiming the parent one year, and another the next.

The sibling who claims the parent as a dependent will need to fill out IRS Form 2120 (irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/ f2120.pdf) and file it with his or her tax return.

Medical Deductions

If you can’t claim your mom as a dependent, you may still get a tax break for helping pay her medical costs. The IRS lets taxpayers deduct money spent on a parent’s health care and qualified long-term care services, even if the parent doesn’t qualify as a dependent.

To claim this deduction, you still must provide more than half your mom’s support, but your mom doesn’t have to be under the $4,050 income test.

And the deduction is limited to medical, dental and long-term care expenses that exceed 10 percent (or 7.5 percent if you’re 65

by Dec. 31, 2016) of your adjusted gross income.

You can include your own medical expenses in calculating the total. See the IRS publication 502 (irs.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf) for details.

regardless of whether or not your mom qualifies as a dependent on your tax return. This credit can cut up to $1,050 off your tax bill for the year. In order to claim it, you must fill out IRS Form 2441 (irs. gov/pub/irs-pdf/f2441.pdf) when you file your federal return.

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In addition to the federal tax breaks, more than 20 states offer tax credits and deductions for caregivers on state income taxes too.

Check with your state tax agency to see what’s available. For links to state tax agencies see taxadmin.org/ state-tax-agencies.

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Students’ artwork must include the slogan “Take Care of Texas. It’s the only one we’ve got.” and portray positive ways Texans can help keep our air and water

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One grand prize winner will receive a laptop, and 15 students will win a tablet. The teacher of the student who designs the overall best artwork will also receive a tablet.

Participants submit their artwork to the TCEQ, and each of the TCEQ’s 16 regional offices will select a winner.

Entries must be postmarked on or before March 3, 2017. For more information, visit TakeCareOfTexas.org/art-contest or e-mail educate@tceq.texas.gov.

Dependent Care Credit

If you’re paying for inhome care or adult day care for your mom so you are free to work, you may also be able to claim the Dependent Care Tax Credit,

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March 2 - 3, 2017

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Sunday Services Sunday School: 9:45 am | Worship: 11am Sunday Evening Service: 6 pm Adult Service & Youth Service (7th -12th grade)

Wednesday Services: 7 pm Adult Bible Study RA & GA(Boys & Girls 1st - 6th grades) Youth Group (7th -12th grade)

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• Your donation helps The Caring Place assist our neighbors in financial crisis.

• Amplify Austin Day 2017 will take place 6 p.m., Thursday, March 2 through 6 p.m., Friday, March 3, 2017.

• Online donations can be scheduled ahead starting on January 20th.

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ADVOCATIE

The End of the World as I Know It I’m sad. My side has lost and the male-dominated culture has finally won out.

A powerful man has robbed me of my identity. I have lost my will to assert my personhood and woe to the erosion of my self esteem.

Calm down; I love President Trump. You won't see me wearing a stupid pink hat and complaining about him. I want him to rescue my country, not take me on a date.

No, I’m talking about the six-year-old mastermind that I call my son. The Lex Luthor of the first grade who has, while only alive a mere 14 percent of my life, managed to undo every bit of intelligence and self-confidence I worked so hard to accumulate lo these many years.

Before I was a mom, I looked at other moms who were, naturally, doing it all wrong. I would never let my kid yell at me in a store. I would never get on a plane with a crying baby.

I would never spend so much money on Christmas.

I would never use my kid as an excuse not to be in shape or have a good job.

Suffice to say, in the season of Kid vs. Mom… I think he’s looking at a 6520 record. I am every mom I ever made fun of.

I have Apple devices that fly out of hip holsters whenever he starts to lose it in a public place. He has been flying with me since he was two weeks old and still hasn’t learned how to pop his ears, but I have to get him to Disneyworld as many times as possible before he’s too cool to be my kid beard on the rollercoasters.

I can’t walk through Walmart or any store without throwing things in the cart that will make him smile for, if I’m lucky, a minute. Don’t care, totally worth it.

Granted it’s not all my fault, or his. I blame bullies and pedophiles first of all.

When I was six, I could cross the road by myself and stay out all day until the streetlights came on.

My mom stayed at home, cooking and cleaning and taking care of business while we were out conquering the world and learning independence. I’m not sure which is worse; that my mom spent so much time cleaning and cooking or that I’m jealous she had an empty house on a regular basis to do it.

Now, I don’t let my kid go to the end of the driveway if I don’t have eyes on him. And a world that loves to mommy-shame wants me to make sure he gets fresh air and play time so when it’s time to go to the park, I go too. The dog hair stays on the carpet, the dishes stay in the sink and I miss the gym, so now I’ve missed my workout two… or three… hundred weeks in a row. In a crazy dangerous world, I have become his playmate, or at least his

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ASK THE CHIEF nicest stalker.

There are days when I simply don’t understand the child mind. I took his iPad away so he could get dressed for school. He "ground ground GROUNDED!" me. Two minutes later I brought him his underwear and socks and he said, “Wow this is the best day of my life.” Really?

The six-year old mind is a wonder to behold. As he learns new skills he is desperate to show off his mastery of them, so he insists on winning all the time. I let him win the races to the car or the tub, but only because his I have to nudge his competitive streak in a last attempt to get him there.

My diet consists of chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, and often a peanut butter sandwich.

Until he decides he wants to try exotic foods like pork chops and rice pilaf, or something crazy like gravy... I'm too tired to cook two meals every night. My freezer is full of waffles and apple juice, and I still have a stash of Halloween candy for emergency bribes.

He wants me to play with him, but I do everything wrong; no, not a tower, a house. No not a house, a tower. I worry about what he's going to tell his therapist about me.

But then he goes to bed and gets an Eskimo kiss and a butterfly kiss and "biggest hug in the world" and I have lost my heart to him one more time because when it comes down to it, the little monster always manages to Make Life Great Again.

Q&A

We are pleased to have Police Chief Wayne Nero and Assistant Chief Cory Tchida featured in the Advocate on a regular basis.

Can you explain how the new Community program might emphasize police efficiency in the community?

The purpose of the CommUNITY program at the end of the day is intentional engagement with the community to forge stronger relationships, exceed stakeholder needs and expectations, and strengthen public trust and legitimacy. While not necessarily emphasizing police efficiency, the engagement that will occur

can lead to collaborative efforts that ultimately lead to increased efficiency.

Is it possible and/or how soon could we get speed bumps in Sun City?

How can you transfer the processes that make this such a great town to other cities and towns around us so they will be just as great?

Speed bumps are speed mitigation devices that the City has always declined to install due to effectiveness issues. The major issues are as follows: • When speed bumps are placed upon a roadway, motorists often tend to make up their “lost” time by travelling faster between the speed bumps.

• Homeowners who have speed bumps in front of their residence tend to tire quickly of the noise generated by vehicles travelling over the speed bumps.

• There are reports of increased carbon monoxide emissions in the area of speed bumps due to the constant acceleration and deceleration.

• Larger emergency vehicles tend to have issues safely traversing speed bumps.

I would suggest that at the end of the day it is not our processes which make Georgetown great. Many of our processes are governed by law or are similar to those utilized by other law enforcement agencies.

What makes Georgetown great is the people rather than processes. Those would be the people inside the Police Department and the people within the community. With ever increasing levels of engagement, collaboration, transparency, and trust, the ability of the Police Department to be successful at policing is greatly enhanced. We could not be successful without the support and assistance of our great community.

Please send your questions to info@fpgtx.com with the subject "Ask the Chief"

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These people helped us understand that it’s okay not to be okay, sometimes − we could come in broken and meet a real Jesus who loves us.”

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