December 2014 - The Business Lifestyle Magazine Digital Edition

Volume 32 • No. 12

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Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital Adds Enhanced Breast Imaging and Other Services

Meet the team launching The University of Texas MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Hermann at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. (Left to Right) Lilian Sweeney, RN, Nurse Navigator; Andrea Duncan Faz, Memorial Hermann Regional Director of Operations; Jim Brown, Memorial Hermann Ambulatory Services CEO; Greg Haralson, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land CEO; Jay Parikh, M.D., MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Hermann Medical Director; Tasha Peters, Memorial Hermann Outpatient Imaging Director; Cheryl Bertrand, Memorial Hermann Business Development Director. (Photo by: Mel Garrett) 4.95

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Enjoy the wonderful holiday season…

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used to procrastinate and wait until the last minute to go holiday shopping. Competing for a parking spot in the same zip code as the mall was frustrating – until I considered the business owners’ point of view.

The holiday season is an economic engine like no other. And while I don’t recommend procrastination, we have an excellent variety of shops that sells gifts here in Fort Bend County.

Gifts are an important part of the holiday season, but December is truly about enjoying time with your family and friends – whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah or Kwanzaa.

I still remember the smell of latkes and brisket during the eight nights of Chanukah, while we spun dreidels and shared laughs and memories.

Watching my fianceé’s face light up as she prepares Christmas decorations, picks out a tree and turns up the Holiday Music on the stereo is very joyous.

During the holiday season, there will be plenty of opportunities to eat delicious food and consume beverages.

Remember to keep safety and health in mind.

Speaking of health, the good people at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land have plenty of positive news and updates to share for December and the upcoming year.

So enjoy the entire holiday season, and get those New Year’s resolutions ready!

Sincerely, Michael

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Kolbe Curtice CCIM, CLS Managing Director – Colliers International | Fort Bend

Becky Munnell President and CEO Blue Jungle Marketing

Jacqueline Baly President and CEO Baly Projects, LLC

Alan Sandersen Certified Public Accountant Sandersen Knox & Co. L.L.P.

Dee Koch Grant Officer The George Foundation

Tim Stubenrouch President First Community Bank

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Inside Stories New ownership has big plans for Skeeters............................................................................6 Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is first in the Fort Bend community to offer endobronchial ultrasounds..............................................8 The Stafford Centre: 10 Great years and 3 million people ..........................................10 Clements, Austin High School football teams donate breast cancer shirts...........12 MHS Hospital offers unique Care Experience for South Asian patients..................14 Meritage homes acquires land in Imperial Sugar Land for 335 home sites...........15 First Choice Emergency Room teams up with Toys for Tots......................................16 Local family of entrepreneurs get an early start................................................................17

PRESIDENT Michael Fredrickson PUBLISHER Jonathan McElvy ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Frank Vasquez EDITOR Michael Sudhalter ACCOUNTING Lisa Long ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Diane Strehl John Sazma Delvina Palacios Jessica Kij PRODUCTION MANAGER Joey Belleza GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB Jan Carlo Arcillas

Exhibitors at Imperial Farmers Market take different roads to re-invent careers.....18 The Changing face of North Sugar Land............................................................................20 Pirtek USA has set its sights on franchise expansion plans.......................................20 DEVELOPMENT NOTEBOOK: US 90A commuter rail deemed feasible................27 J.J. Watt Charity Classic coming to Sugar Land in May...............................................28

Departments Newsworthy................................................................. 26-27 Names in the News............................................................. 28

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Data Beat..................................................................... 34-37 Service Directory........................................................ 38-41 Meet & Eat - Food, Drink & Entertainment Guide.................................................. 42-44

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New ownership has big plans for Skeeters

Bob and Marcie Zlotnik

By Michael Sudhalter

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ob and Marcie Zlotnik have begun sole ownership of the Sugar Land Skeeters with the enthusiasm of rookies on the first day of Spring Training and the experience of many years in entrepreneurship and business.

“We have a huge to-do-list,” Bob said.

The Houston couple had owned a third of the independent baseball franchise, but they officially acquired all of it through their company, SL Baseball, LLC, earlier this month.

Opening Day Partners (ODP), a Maryland-based company, started the Skeeters franchise in 2012 and operated the city-owned Constellation Field under a contract with the city of Sugar Land. The Zlotniks have taken over those responsibilities as part of the sale.

They’d like to bring more events to Constellation Field – concerts, college and high school baseball, and perhaps, even boxing.

From Nov. 28-Jan. 4, Constellation Field will host a Festival of Lights.

Bob first discovered the Skeeters when he read about their arrival in a Houston newspaper. Bob, then the CEO/President of StarTex Power, contacted ODP about the naming rights of the stadium.

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He sold StarTex to Constellation, and ended up owning a third of the team.

Bob agreed with some of ODP’s decisions and disagreed with others.

“I’m an entrepreneur – it’s a lot easier if you have control,” he said.

Last season, ODP owned four of the eight Atlantic League franchises. They recently sold the Lancaster (Pa.) Barnstormers to an ownership group in that area.

The Zlotniks began the process last December and finalized it earlier this month.

They declined to disclose a price on the sale.

They’re walking into a good situation. The franchise has been profitable in each of its three seasons, and last season, the team led the Atlantic League in attendance (383.465 fans) and was in the top 10 percent of all minor league baseball teams.

On the field, the Skeeters hosted the AllStar Game in July and reached the Championship Series where they lost to Lancaster.

The Zlotniks plan to take a successful franchise and make it even more “fan friendly.”

That includes new “between innings entertainment” such as a “Hit, Run and Throw Competition” and perhaps competitions between high schools where there’s a seasonlong tally, with a prize at the end.

Bob said the Skeeters will have a “Suggestion Box” where winning suggestions will be rewarded with prizes.

Bob, a former University of Texas pitcher in the 1970s, helped the late Dr. John McMullen on the acquisition of the Houston Astros in 1979 and worked on a study of domed stadiums for the MLB Commissioner’s Office in the 1980s.

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Bob is a minority owner of the Houston Astros, with a less than 5 percent stake in the franchise.

He’d like to see more collaboration between the franchises.

“The Skeeters are misunderstood by the Astros – the Astros view them as competition,” Bob said.

Bob said the choice isn’t usually between attending a Skeeters or Astros game.

“People decide whether to see the Skeeters or go to the movies,” Bob said. “(Crosspromoting) with the Astros could be mutually beneficial. If it’s not, we won’t do it.”

Bob hasn’t spoken to Houston Astros owner Jim Crane about the possibility of adding Sugar Land as an affiliate, but the conventional wisdom in MLB is to put affiliate franchises in markets where it’s competing for fans. MLB fans in Fort Bend County are already overwhelmingly Astros fans.

Currently, the seven other Atlantic League franchises are based on the Eastern Seaboard.

Bob would like to own a franchise in The Woodlands, and perhaps bring the Fort Worth Cats of the United Baseball League, into the Atlantic League.

Adding a team in Baytown or Galveston may be an option as well.

Bringing Texas teams into the Atlantic League fold would build natural rivalries for the Skeeters and limit travel costs.

“I’d love to have a rivalry between Sugar Land and The Woodlands,” Bob said.

The Skeeters’ staff will largely remain intact. Bob said Skeeters manager Gary Gaetti “is doing an extremely good job” and will have control over player-related and on-field decisions, and said that general manager Chris Jones is “very talented.”

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is first in the Fort Bend community to offer endobronchial ultrasounds

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ethodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists physician Priya Oolut, M.D., recently performed the first endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) with fine needle aspiration biopsy in Fort Bend County.

Dr. Oolut used the EBUS technique to diagnose and stage lung cancer in a patient at Houston Methodist Sugar Land. During the procedure, a special endoscope – fitted with an ultrasound processor and a finegauge aspiration needle – is guided through the patient’s mouth and trachea into the lungs.

“This technique allows us to obtain real-time images in and around the lungs and to identify difficult-to-reach tumors,” says Dr. Oolut. “We can also use EBUS to biopsy tissue or fluid sample from the lungs and surrounding lymph nodes of the chest.

The ultrasound serves as a guide and allows me to ‘see’ through the airway walls, which makes it easier to locate enlarged lymph nodes or masses. When the scope is in place, we Priya Oolut, M.D. pass a thin needle through it to obtain a biopsy sample.”

The typical approach to obtaining samples from the lung was surgery, which required hospitalization and lengthy recovery times. Using EBUS with fine needle aspiration, Dr. Oolut is able to quickly and thoroughly obtain samples for diagnosing and staging lung cancer, detecting infections and identifying inflammatory diseases that affect the lungs, such as sarcoidosis or other cancers like lymphoma – without an incision.

“Once a diagnosis of the lung cancer is confirmed through biopsy, the next important step in creating an appropriate treatment plan is to determine the stage of the cancer, which simply means determining how far the cancer has spread, if at all,” says Dr. Oolut. “EBUS allows me to obtain multiple samples during a single

procedure so that the patient can be accurately staged without the need for surgery. This is a tremendous benefit to the patient and makes it possible for us to start treatment faster.”

“Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has been a consistent leader in bringing the most sophisticated and complex services to Fort Bend, and our physicians are now regularly performing a number of procedures that simply weren’t possible outside of the medical center just a few years ago,” said Chris Siebenaler, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital CEO. Dr. Oolut is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. To make an appointment with Dr. Oolut or the other physicians at Methodist Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Specialists, call 281.325.0005 or visit methodistsugarlanddocs.com.

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“We are excited to continue our yearround entertainment at Constellation Field and introduce this family-friendly event to the community,” said Chris Jones, General Manager of the Sugar Land Skeeters.

Along with the two million light walkthrough display, multiple holiday craft and trade vendors are featured at Constellation Field including a visit from Santa Claus.

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through Dec. 24. A wide variety of food, holiday treats and drinks will also be provided at Constellation Field during the event. A complete list of vendors will be released at a later date.

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The Stafford Centre: 10 Great years and 3 million people

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he Stafford Centre officially opened it’s doors in 2004 and this year marked its anniversary celebrating 10 great years in the community. Since the Centre’s opening, it has welcomed over 3 million people to the facility.

The Stafford Centre sits on 42 acres of land and offers 25,000 square feet of ballroom and exhibit halls and a 1,154 seat performing arts theatre as well as outdoor festival green space. Mayor Leonard Scarcella remarks, “I’m proud the Stafford Centre hosts a broad mix of multi-cultural events that serves the needs and enjoyment of the community. The array of outstanding performances and successful events continues to impress. The Stafford Centre features business and entertainment options for the diverse cultures of our city and

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the greater Houston area.”

On Oct. 23, the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra and members of the Stafford Municipal School District band performed a special show.

Katie Truax, president of the FBSO, said “Our conductor, Dr. Dominique Royem, (was) delighted to showcase the talents of the young musicians alongside those of the dedicated FBSO players, and promises it will be a fun event with great music and many surprises!”

The Stafford Centre also commemorated the anniversary with a show by Bobby Hendrick’s Drifters on Oct. 24, hosted by the Mayor, City Council and the Stafford Economic Development Corporation. The evening featured dinner, dancing and program.

As part of their mission, they offer free parking and ticket prices do not include hidden processing fees, surcharges or convenience fees making your enjoyment at the Stafford Centre a little more economical.

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They will host additional anniversary events through the end of the year such as a drive-in movie for the whole family and a Santa’s Village. Check their website at www. staffordcentre.com for more information and tickets or contact the box office at 281-2086900. The Stafford Centre is located at 10505 Cash Road in Stafford.

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Clements, Austin High School football teams donate breast cancer shirts

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wo Fort Bend ISD high school football squads recently made generous donations to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Breast Care Center.

Athletes from the Clements High School and Stephen F. Austin High School football teams donated a number of postmastectomy pocketed button-up shirts to the Center. The shirts are specially designed for the unique needs of women who have undergone a mastectomy; the Breast Care Center will give them to patients over the next year.

“All of us at the Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Breast Care Center admire the generosity and kindness that these young men have demonstrated through their donation,” says Maria Socci, who serves as the Breast Care Center’s care navigator. “Their donation will enable us to provide these special shirts to our patients free of charge as a show of support for their fight against breast cancer.”

Clements Head Coach Keith Knowles began the effort last year, when his team captains wanted to use a portion of the money they had raised to buy post-mastectomy shirts rather than more football equipment.

“I always try and teach our players the importance of giving back to the community,” said Knowles. “We are fortunate to have a great deal of support, and this is one way we can pass it along. I am amazed every day at the character and quality of our young men.”

This year, the football players at Austin High School joined their counterparts at Clements and added to the donation.

Austin Head Coach Dan Schreiber said he was impressed when his team captains suggested they use some of their funding for the shirts.

“The players’ willingness to make a donation like this demonstrates a great deal of maturity and compassion on their part,” he said. “These young men recognize that fighting cancer is a difficult task, and they wanted to do their part to make it a little bit easier for the women in our community.”

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Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital offers unique Care Experience for South Asian patients

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emorial Hermann Southwest Hospital now offers services and amenities designed specifically for South Asian patients.

“Last year, many of our South Asian physicians and employees participated in focus groups to identify how we could provide a unique care experience for these patients,” said Asian Service Line Administrator Carla Kuaiwa. “We wanted to offer services and amenities especially for this population and completely unlike any other hospital in Houston.”

In Texas, the Houston-Sugar LandBaytown region has the largest Asian population — more than 300,000 people.

According to the U.S. Census, Asians accounted for 3.5 percent of the Texas population in 2008, but nearly 15 percent of Fort Bend’s population and 6 percent of Harris County residents.

Memorial Hermann Southwest, on U.S. 59 near the Fort Bend-Harris county border, is located in the middle of this thriving community.

As a result of meticulous research led by Kuaiwa, Memorial Hermann Southwest developed an extraordinary program concentrating on cultural sensitivity, quality, and comfort.

The initiative began with Patient Care Director Nancy Yuill and her team conducting a week-long South Asian Fair to educate all Memorial Hermann Southwest employees about the cultural beliefs and practices of the South Asian population. Key points of discussion were the importance of including family members in the health care decision-making process and the strong emphasis on quality nurses.

Then, last spring, the hospital’s Food and Nutrition Department prepared a variety of dishes for a team of South Asian physicians and employees to taste test. With feedback on ways to make each dish more authentic, Chef Darian Hewitt developed a menu featuring such items as chicken shorba; chicken, gobi, or vegetable tikka

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From left, Patient Relations Coordinator and Chinese Medical Interpreter Cary Yeung, Patient Relations Coordinator and Vietnamese Medical Interpreter Vivi Nguyen, Manager of Patient Business Services Nazim Maredia, and Clinical Manager Hezlin Yoyakki have joined Asian Service Line Administrator Carla Kuaiwa (not pictured) to develop an extraordinary hospital program concentrating on cultural sensitivity, quality, and comfort.

(Photo: Becca Sartori, Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital)

masala; chicken or vegetable madras curry; naan; palak paneer; and vegetable somosa.

The South Asian component is the latest development in a robust initiative to cater to the unique needs of the demographics surrounding the hospital.

Memorial Hermann Southwest already offers Chinese and Vietnamese interpreters throughout the hospital, bilingual nursing and clinical staff, Asian TV programming available in all patient rooms, and a guest policy allowing overnight stays in patients’ rooms.

“Being ill and hospitalized is stressful

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enough; so, having staff who speak your language, a family-friendly atmosphere, and familiar foods make it a bit easier,” said Gary Kerr, CEO of Memorial Hermann Southwest. “We strive to provide quality care and personal attention, and to meet the individual needs of every patient.”

Memorial Hermann Southwest was named among the nation’s Top 100 Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics. This annual study evaluates the nation’s hospitals on measures of overall organizational performance in patient care, operational efficiency, and financial stability.

Meritage homes acquires land in Imperial Sugar Land for 335 home sites

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eritage Homes has purchased 127 acres in Imperial Sugar Land where it will develop 335 home sites in the Fort Bend master-planned community at Highway 6 and Highway 90A. The acquisition represents about a third of the land to be developed in the community, according to Imperial Sugar Land General Manager Shay Shafie. The new homes on the acquired property also represent about half of the single-family homes planned for Imperial.

“This is a terrific opportunity to establish a presence in one of Fort Bend’s true gems,” notes Steve Harding, Houston division president of Meritage Homes, who adds floor plans and pricing for homes in Imperial will be announced in early 2015.

As crews prepare the land acquired by Meritage Homes, Imperial’s first neighborhoods also are beginning to take shape with

the construction of garden-style, luxury patio homes and two-story townhomes.

“We’re very pleased with the progress of the development,” notes Shafie. “The land acquisition by Meritage Homes is certainly another positive step for Imperial.”

In addition to its residential components, Imperial Sugar Land will offer a unique blend of retail, residential, entertainment and office to create a premier Sugar Land destination. Imperial also is home to a weekly Farmer’s Market, Constellation Field and the future homes of the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center and the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation Museum.

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First Choice Emergency Room teams up with Toys for Tots

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“The success of the Toys for Tots organization depends on the support from local communities and we are proud to be supporting this initiative for a third year in a row, said Thomas S. Hall, President and CEO, Adeptus Health. “We’ve added 27 new facilities since the last holiday season and have even expanded into a

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Local family of entrepreneurs get an early start

By Michael Sudhalter

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hen it comes to getting an early start in the world of entrepreneurship, the Thomas siblings of Missouri City skipped the neighborhood lemonade stand.

Chase, 12, Chance, 10, Chasity, 8, and Chandler,7, have set their sights on building their own small businesses.

They were inspired by their mother, Ebony Thomas, an entrepreneur and former financial advisor who grew up in Missouri City. Mrs. Thomas sold stickers and candy in grade school and had saved up $1,100 by fifth grade.

By high school, she was selling clothes and earrings to her classmates.

She inspired her children to start their own businesses, providing each of them with $100 in start-up capital.

The siblings are among 25 teams of finalists in a national cooking contest called Ben’s Beginnings, sponsored by Uncle Ben’s Rice. If

Missouri City resident Ebony Thomas has inspired her four children Chase, Chance, Chasity and Chandler to become entrepreneurs. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

they’re selected as one of the five winners, they’ll receive a $15,000 prize and $30,000 toward a kitchen makeover at a local school.

Since the siblings are homeschooled, the prize will go to nearby Blue Ridge Elementary School.

Of the four siblings, Chandler holds the most interest in cooking. He’s starting a program called “Couch to Kitchen: Kid

Edition” to encourage children to learn how to cook and eat healthily.

The majority of the project will deal with video production, so Chandler is learning about video work, editing and the costs associated with it.

Chance is starting a clothing line called “Shirtelligence,” which will feature T-Shirts with the type of words that would be featured on the SAT Exam.

Chance said his biggest challenge is establishing a website and creating online purchases. He also plans on adding graphics to the shirts, to keep them interesting.

Chasity is creating small pillows that can store books inside of them. She’s focusing most of her efforts on sewing the pillows.

Chase is writing a book “to encourage teenagers who aren’t the star of a team or most popular, that by being yourself, you can have a whole different (better) experience.”

He said his challenge will be finding a publisher and getting the book published.

“You can’t ever give up,” Chase said. “You have to reach for higher goals and do something that could help other people.”

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From corporate jobs to the battlefields of Iraq:

Exhibitors at Imperial Farmers Market take different roads to re-invent careers

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hile most exhibitors at the Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land have been close to farming all their lives, for others the year-round, openair market has helped re-invent their careers, luring them away from boardrooms, classrooms and even far-away lands.

“Visiting with our exhibitors is often one of the best parts of the Farmers Market experience,” notes Kim Broom, general manager of the Farmers Market Imperial.

“It’s amazing to hear their backgrounds and how they came to exhibit at the market.”

As a loan officer at Washington Mutual, owning a green juicing business was probably the last thing on Alan Berrera’s mind. After discovering the benefits of juicing – and

growing tired of life in Corporate America – he launched Grass on the Go, wheatgrass shots packaged and flash-frozen for takehome use.

“Operating the business is a way for me to take control of my future,” says Berrera, an original vendor at the Farmers Market at Imperial. “I love seeing the curiosity in kids’ faces as they run up to the table to try our wheatgrass shots.”

For Konrad Bouffard, a former high school teacher, the Farmer’s Market at Imperial allowed him to pursue his passion for wildflower honey, known as the most challenging honey to produce.

“About the only thing harder than keeping kids focused is handling thousands of bees,” says Bouffard, who co-owns Round Rock Honey with his wife Elizabeth. “I miss the kids, but our quality of life – and pay – has certainly improved.”

Trey Howell’s career after the military could have taken many turns, but he chose

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to follow his love for dogs by creating Hemp Hound, a Sugar Land company which produces dog collars, leashes and related items.

“Making products for dogs is far cry from the military, but it’s my dream job and thanks to the farmers market, the business continues to grow,” Howell says. “It’s great exposure and it’s a good opportunity to tell people about the products and get feedback.”

Open every Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. rain or shine, the year-round market at Imperial Sugar Land, 198 Kempner Street, offers locally grown produce and homemade products from local venders in the shadows of the historic Imperial Sugar Company silos.

For a complete list of vendors and a schedule of activities at the Farmers Market at Imperial, go to www.ImperialSugarLand/ FarmersMarket and www.Facebook.com/ FarmersMarketatImperial

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The Changing face of North Sugar Land By: Karen Daniels

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fter closing its doors in 2003, the redevelopment of the former Imperial Sugar refinery site has been in the works for some time.

Progress is finally being made with the culmination of several projects.

Johnson Development is finalizing the infrastructure of the 27-acre refinery site. Parts of this land could soon be sold to companies who specialize in vertical property planning.

The 3-bay container warehouse will be repurposed for the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center and the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation Museum in May 2016.

Dennis Parmer, executive director of the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation, indicated that a possible name change could take place for the foundation to be more inclusive.

“We want to look for a name that’s true to our history, but reflective of the many influences since the 1800s,” Parmer said.

The double tracking by Union Pacific

Railroad from Ulrich to Gessner on Highway 90A will change the landscape and mobility when complete. With University Boulevard nearing completion, and the added train crossing at U.S. 90A, the City of Sugar Land must make two closures. The entrance to Nalco will close, but the second closure hasn’t

Pirtek USA has set its sights on franchise expansion plans

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ocusing on markets where manufacturing is thriving, Pirtek USA has set its sights on franchise expansion plans for the Sugar Land

area.

Pirtek is a hydraulic and pneumatic hose repair company, the only brand of its kind currently in the United States that offers 24/7 service within an hour of contact for on-site repair or replacement.

At this time there are 400 units in 23 countries around the world; 50 in the U.S. The company originated in Australia 35 years ago.

“In the franchising world we are a unique beast,” says VP of Franchise Development, Gwyn O’Kane. “Most people think of restaurants or retail when they think of franchises.

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We are in the industrial business world.”

The cost of down time can run companies anywhere from the hundreds to thousands in lost revenue. “We bring the hose shop to you.”

Pirtek is looking to find the right business partners and will help every step of the way with finding the building, acquiring the trucks, providing training and securing financing. So far there are four locations in Dallas, one in San Antonio, and one in Jersey Village.

The approximate time frame from signing the franchise agreement to running operations is four months. O’Kane said five jobs will be created in the beginning, but with maturity of the business, there is the potential for 10 more jobs to be added. For more information, visit www.owenapirtek.com.

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Photo courtesy by Sugar Land Heritage Foundation and Randy Kozlovsky.

been decided yet. The choice is between Wood St. or Brooks St. However, plans are in place to continue Brooks St. past the Char house and connect to Imperial Blvd.

With the merger of Nalco Champion and Ecolab, a new headquarters will be constructed on an adjacent property of Nalco.

The completion date for the 133,000-square foot, four story building is scheduled for late 2015. Employees currently working at the Houston and Fresno locations will relocate to this new site, bringing 1,000 employees to the area.

The water tower is currently undergoing a facelift to restore and repaint the iconic structure with earth tones and the 1843 Imperial logo. Weather has been the driving force for the renovations and the unveiling date has not yet been announced. “The restoration of the water tower is a vital part of maintaining the heritage of Sugar Land,” says Dennis Parmer.

And finally, the City of Sugar Land has a new and improved park in development for the Mayfield Park subdivision situated behind the refinery site at Ulrich and Avenue D. The 4-acre park will include a new basketball court, playground equipment, walking trail, and picnic areas. This project is set to begin in summer/fall 2015.

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Long known as Sugar Land’s premier destination, Sugar Creek Country Club provides a superior membership experience in an intimate country club setting. Continuing in 2014, a $2.5 million renovation of the golf course, clubhouse, swimming and fitness amenities will enhance what is already a celebrated retreat for golfers and non-golfers alike.

Inquire about membership opportunities by contacting Nicole Scarbrough, Membership Director, at 281.494.9131 or nscarbrough@thesugarcreek.com.

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Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital Adds Enhanced Breast Imaging and Other Services

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s Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital continues expanding to meet the growing needs of Fort Bend County area residents, it adds an impressive list of enhanced services that make it easier than ever to receive quality care close to home.

New this month are enhanced breast imaging and diagnostic services delivered through a new partnership between Memorial

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Hermann and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Beginning November 20, patients served by Sugar Land and four other Memorial Hermann Breast Care Centers noticed a new name: MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Hermann. MD Anderson’s fellowship-trained breast radiologists will be interpreting their screening and diagnostic images. In addition, these breast radiologists will perform biopsies as needed and consult with patients and physicians.

“Memorial Hermann and MD Anderson share a commitment to provide high-quality cancer care to communities across our region,” said Dan Wolterman, Memorial Hermann president and CEO. “Our partnership will combine the convenience and advanced technologies of Memorial Hermann’s breast imaging centers with interpretation and consultation from the world-renowned cancer expertise of MD Anderson, enabling our institutions to provide patients with unparalleled access to specialized breast imaging services close to home.”

This citywide strategic collaboration between two highly acclaimed healthcare organizations initially begins at five of Memorial Hermann’s 10 Breast Care Centers. Along with Sugar Land, these centers include the Southwest, Memorial City, The Woodlands and Northeast locations.

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Over the next year, the other five Memorial Hermann Breast Care Centers – in Katy, Pearland, Pasadena, Upper Kirby and Northwest – will have MD Anderson breast radiologists providing breast radiology services. Expansions will also add community breast care centers in South Katy, Cypress and Spring.

“With MD Anderson providing these services to our patients, we now have the assurance that all our centers are using the same best-practice clinical protocols from this world leader in cancer treatment,” said Jim Brown, CEO, Memorial Hermann Ambulatory Services.

Faster Results, Less Anxiety Along with expanded access to high-quality screening, diagnostics and interpretation in a community setting, patients can look forward to less time worrying if an abnormal finding means cancer.

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Pictured (Left to Right) Greg Haralson, CEO, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land; Jay Parikh, M.D., Medical Director, MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Hermann; and Jim Brown, CEO, Memorial Hermann Ambulatory Services.

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Expanded Technology and Amenities

Collaboration in action: Kavitha Jacob, mammography technologist; Lilian Sweeney, RN, Nurse Navigator; Jay Parikh, M.D., Medical Director, MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Hermann.

(Photo By: Mel Garrett Photography)

“Memorial Hermann and MD Anderson have jointly agreed to decrease the time between an abnormal mammography finding and a cancer diagnosis and treatment plan,” said Brown.

Memorial Hermann provides mammograms to more than 100,000 patients annually. Four percent of these patients will have an abnormal finding.

“Providing faster results translates to an improved experience for more than 4,000 patients annually in Houston,” said Brown.

“We can impact a lot of lives.”

Jay Parikh, M.D., will play a major role in condensing the time between an abnormal finding and a diagnosis. He is the medical director of the new Breast Care program. In providing clinical oversight, he will lead the MD Anderson radiology team.

Dr. Parikh, a recognized international expert in breast imaging, has published dozens of articles and made nearly 400 presentations around the world. He holds fellow designations from the American College of Radiology, American College of Physician Executives, Society of Breast Imaging, and Canada’s Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons. Before joining MD Anderson, Dr. Parikh was the medical director of the breast imaging center for Seattle-based Swedish Medical Center.

“This is a phenomenal opportunity to build a network of imaging centers and positively impact the Houston community,” said Dr. Parikh. “This collaboration allows us to bring the best possible outpatient care and service to patients.”

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When a second professional office building opens on the Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Campus in 2015, it will include dedicated space for the MD Anderson Breast Care center, separate and distinct from outpatient radiology.

It will also include a spa-like environment that caters to its predominately female clientele.

Patients will benefit from the expansion of 3-D breast tomosynthesis in the new center.

This cutting-edge technology is detecting smaller tumors at an earlier stage and reducing patient callbacks.

“Tomosynthesis is a screening tool that reduces patient recalls for additional views and the anxiety associated with that,” said Dr. Parikh. “The early literature suggests this new technology is able to find some cancers that we may not see in conventional 2-D digital mammography, especially in patients with dense breast tissue.”

The expansion will also enable MD Anderson breast radiologists to be onsite five, rather than four, days weekly. Additional services that will provide patients the convenience of remaining within the Fort Bend County area to receive care will include genetic counseling and breast MRIs. Patients will also have access to the Nurse Navigator Program to help guide, educate and support them from a possible cancer diagnosis through survivorship.

“Though MD Anderson is providing breast radiologists to Memorial Hermann, patients still have the option of choosing where they would like to receive follow up care, should they need to make that decision,” said Brown.

Growing with Fort Bend County Exciting changes are taking place at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land as it seeks to continue delivery of quality care to patients, with the added convenience of access to enhanced services within Fort Bend County.

Other services added at the hospital this year include 24-hour coverage by an affiliated pediatrician to its dedicated children’s Emergency Center and a Joint Center that provides nonsurgical and surgical options to people suffering from chronic knee and hip pain. Pediatric sleep services are also now available.

To learn more, visit memorialhermann.org

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University Boulevard North expansion completed Construction of the University Boulevard North extension from State Highway 6 to U.S. Highway 90A is complete. The roadway opened last month.

The $5 million project was intended to improve mobility and reduce congestion by providing a north-south corridor connecting State Highway 6 at the Riverstone Subdivision to U.S. Highway 90A. University Boulevard North is one of several projects included in the Fort Bend County Mobility Program and the Transportation Improvement Program. It is also identified in the City’s Master Thoroughfare Plan.

The project was jointly funded by the Texas Department of Transportation, Fort Bend County and the City of Sugar Land.

Efforts are currently underway to extend University Boulevard across the railroad tracks to the north, through The Imperial development and connect to Burney Road.

This project is in the design phase in coordination with Union Pacific Railroad, Nalco Champion and the Imperial Development.

Pictured (L-R) is Senior Inspector Greg Willey, Construction Service Manager Jimmy Vandever, Assistant City Manager Steve Griffith, Councilmember Steve Porter, Senior Engineer and Project Manager Shashi Kumar, Councilmember Bridget Yeung, Assistant City Manager James Callaway, Councilmember Joe Zimmerman, Mayor James Thompson, Councilmember Harish Jajoo, Councilmember Amy Mitchell, City Engineer Christopher Steubing, Councilmember Himesh Gandhi, Commissioner James Patterson and City Manager Allen Bogard.

Photo courtesy city of Sugar Land

Fort Bend County Road and Bridge Commissioner received award In Commissioners Court on Nov. 4, Fort Bend County Road and Bridge Commissioner Marc Grant received the first ever Road Administrator of the Year Award from the Texas Association of County Engineers and Road Administrators (TACERA). TACERA is a non-profit organization that advocates for technical and professional assistance to county employees charged with constructing and maintaining county roadways.

The President of the association, Michael Shannon, presented the award. Marc Grant was appointed FBC Road and Bridge Commissioner in 2000 to manage the operation of maintaining and improving the county’s network of roads and bridges.

Road and Bridge manages the maintenance and safety of over 1,700 miles of county roadways, 210 county bridges, 10,000 signs, and 72 traffic signals and counting. Marc Grant said, “This is not an ‘I’ award, it is a ‘We’ Award. It would not be possible without the support of Commissioners Court, county departments and 150 hardworking employees in my department. I am honored to accept this award on behalf of all of us.”

iFest Live 2014 - Sugar Land Celebrated recently the wonderful diversity of our community at the “iFest Live 2014” at Sugar Land Town Square Plaza, Saturday, Nov. 8.

This colorful festival featured a display of cultural diversity through art, music, dancing and food. The Philippines is one of the participats in the event, photo shown are (l-r) Guilley & Elen Malicse, Arlita Pang, Luz Reyes and Nora Peralta representing Millennium Lions Philippine Nurses Association of Metro Houston and PCCI.

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President of the association, Michael Shannon, presented the award. Marc Grant was appointed FBC Road and Bridge Commissioner in 2000 to manage the operation of maintaining and improving the county’s network of roads and bridges.

NEWSWORTHY

DEVELOPMENT NOTEBOOK: US90A commuter rail deemed feasible The Gulf Coast Rail District (GCRD) Board of Directors, which includes Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella, determined that commuter rail from Missouri City/Stafford into Houston is feasible.

Harris County, the City of Houston, and Fort Bend County created the Gulf Coast Rail District (GCRD) under authority granted by the State of Texas in Section 171 of the Transportation Code, and one of its missions is to increase mobility and access in the area.

The estimated cost of the US90A commuter rail is $2.2 billion, although funding hasn’t been secured for it.

Scarcella has been working with two U.S. Representatives from Houston – Al Green (D) and John Culberson, (R), on the possibility of federal funding for the project.

Lake Olympia set to add new homes Houston-based Gateway Homes plans on adding 400 homes in Lake Olympia’s Olympia Estates, pending approval of the lots by Missouri City council.

Ron Henry, a sales representative with Gateway, said the homes will start in the mid $180,000s and could begin construction before the start of 2015.

The city is set to expand Vicksburg Parkway to Olympia Parkway, and Gateway will build in that area.

Henry said there could be some commercial development in the area, but Gateway is a residential builder.

--Michael Sudhalter

Oakbend Medical Center receives grant for indigent care program The George Foundation awards OakBend Medical Center $750,000 to support the hospital’s mission OakBend Medical Center has received a $750,000 grant from The George Foundation to support the hospital’s Indigent Care Program.

OakBend is the community’s safety net hospital which cares for patients of all backgrounds and income levels, and as a

result treats a disproportionately large share of low income, vulnerable patients.

“The George Foundation’s grant will help support the hospital’s mission to care for every person in Fort Bend County and adjacent communities, regardless of their ability to pay,” stated Joe Freudenberger, CEO of OakBend Medical Center.

“OakBend is a community hospital where our neighbors come when they need to be cared for and we take pride in being able to offer them our award winning services.”

OakBend is working closely with

community organization to make sure that patients get the right kind of care at the right place and time. The addition of the ACE (Acute Care for the Elderly) Unit, to be opened later this year, will make OakBend the only hospital in Fort Bend County to have a unit dedicated to the care and comfort of elderly patients.

The George Foundation’s grant allows OakBend to continue to grow its services and to make sure that everyone in our community gets the care they need and deserve.

Fort Bend Chamber receives 5-star rating We are very pleased and proud to announce that the United States Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. With 7,077 chambers in the United States, 207 of these are accredited with only 82 receiving a 5-Star designation.

Accreditation terms are valid for five years.

By earning Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a chamber shows its dedication to: • Reviewing, improving, and promoting strong business practices • Recognizing leadership and outstanding contributions to the community • Supporting the principles of free enterprise and promoting pro-growth policies at

federal, state, and local levels • Establishing best practices and staying in-step with industry changes Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. In order to receive Accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in their operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, and technology.

We began this process last year and have diligently been working to achieve this substantial goal.

Being recognized as one of the top chambers in the nation is a significant honor. We are extremely proud to be the only 5-Star Accredited chamber in the Greater Houston region. Meeting the highest standards in the Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H December 2014

industry shows that we have established the necessary processes and measures to bring value to our membership. This achievement would not be possible without the support of our members and the leaders in our community, as well as the fantastic culture and team we have established within the Chamber office. The 5-Star designation illuminates Fort Bend County as a place with a thriving economy and community, a place that the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent and be a part of.

Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. The final determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members. 5-Star Accreditation is awarded to those chambers that have gone above and beyond the minimum standards.

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Newmark Homes Marketing Director Melissa Guerra recently married Christopher Stump in a four-day destination wedding in New Orleans The Sugar Land couple wrote their own vows, and the bride wore a Maggie Sottero gown with her mother and grandmother’s jewelry from their respective wedding days.

Guerra, who grew up in Sugar Land, has been involved in Fort Bend Junior Service League and Fort Bend Child Advocates for many years.

On Thursday, the bride and groom enjoyed a peaceful day in their favorite city and had a romantic dinner at their favorite restaurant, Revolution located in the Royal Sonesta hotel.

On Friday, the bridal party came into town and we had certain music clubs reserve space for everyone on Frenchman street for all of us.

The rehearsal dinner was held on Saturday at Muriel’s in Jackson Square and a bridesmaid luncheon was held at Famous Commanders Palace.

The wedding took place on Sunday in the New Orleans City Park Botanical Gardens and Conservatory, with a farewell brunch on Monday at Stanley, the bride and groom’s favorite breakfast spot in the French Quarter.

The bridal party included 10 of the bride’s best friends, and they wore full length rose gold sequined dresses by Badgley Mischka.

Men wore blue tuxedos by Michael Kors.

The first dance was to the tune of Louis Armstrong’s “What A

Wonderful World” and the father-daughter dance was to Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called To Say I Love You.” The groom’s father sang the last dance – Tracy Byrd’s “Keeper of the Stars” and the maid of honor sang “To Make You Feel My Love”

by Garth Brooks a surprise for her groom.

J.J. Watt Charity Classic coming to Sugar Land in May J.J. Watt, is excited to announce the date for the 2015 J.J. Watt Charity Classic. The event will be held on the evening of Friday, May 1, 2015, at Constellation Field in Sugar Land.

A softball game featuring the defensive and offensive players from the Houston Texans will compete on opposing teams under “Friday Night Lights”. A home run derby will precede the game with fireworks following the game.

An exact date the tickets will go on sale will be announced after the 1st of the year.

In addition, the event will feature a silent auction with items such as autographed apparel, autographed game-day memorabilia and an “experience package” to sit in either the defensive or offensive dugout during an inning, just to name a few. Foundation merchandise will also be available for sale.

Funds raised will benefit the Justin J Watt Foundation, whose mission is to provide af-

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ter-school opportunities for children in the community to become involved in athletics, so that they may learn the basic character traits of accountability, teamwork, leadership, work ethic and perseverance while in a safe and supervised environment with their peers. Qualifying schools are encouraged to apply for funding. Through generous donors, the Foundation has provided over $635,000 in funding.

“The Justin J Watt Foundation encourages children to dream big and work hard,” says J.J. Watt. “We hope to provide the motivation and means to turn those big dreams and hard work into something incredible.”

For more information about how to apply for funding as well as information on the Justin J Watt Foundation and the event, visit www.jjwfoundation.org.

Sponsorship information is available through Capture Marketing at info@capturemarketingllc.com or 262.696.5177.

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he following firms have realized the importance of economic growth and development for the Fort Bend County area. They have pledged their support to the cause by investing their time and efforts in the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Please support your community by calling on these organizations when you have a need for products and services.

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For membership information, contact: JULIETTE BLOOMER 281-566-2161 • juliette@fortbendcc.org

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Brident Dental & Orthodontics

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Donald Bufford, Business Manager 8201 West Sam Houston Parkway, South Houston, TX 77072 281-940-8482 www.brident.com Dentists

Brooke Cluse State Farm Agency Brooke Cluse, Agent 4502 Riverstone Blvd., Suite 304 Missouri City, TX 77459 281-778-9360 www.ChooseCluse.com Insurance Agencies

Brookwood Community Jana Mullins, Outreach and Community Engagement 1752 FM 1489 Brookshire, TX 77423 281-375-2100 www.brookwoodcommunity.org Associations

El Pollo Loco Kristie Smith, Field Marketing 4528 Highway 6, South Sugar Land, TX 77479 281-494-0231 www.elpolloloco.com/houston Restaurants

Harris Carpet and Floors

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LaTrell Harris, Owner 12515 Fondren Road., Suite H Houston, TX 77035 713-723-0693 www.harriscarpet.com Flooring

Steven Randolph, Project Manager 17361 Village Green Dr. Houston, TX 77040 832-687-5963 www.partnersinbuilding.com Home Builders, Custom

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Pius Leung, President 9999 Bellaire Blvd., Suite 728 Houston, TX 77036 713-305-1783 www.crestcomleadership.com/ us/en/piusleung Consultants, Leadership Training

Jerry Wood, President 1718 Pepper Hill Lane Sugar Land, TX 77479 713-907-9487 Credit Card Services

Jay Lee, General Manager 4645 Highway 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 832-939-8968 www.previewmodernseafood.com Restaurants

Meadow Montessori School Shara Challa, Executive Director 7860 West Grand Parkway, South Richmond, TX 77406 281-232-4444 www.meadowmontessori.com Schools, Private

Painting with a Twist - Sugar Land Dimitri Papakyriacou, Owner 3569 Highway 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 281-491-9200 www.paintingwithatwist.com/sugarland Art Galleries

Rainbow International of Sugar Land/Katy Maria Slay, VP of Operations 3130 Grants Lake Blvd., #16386 Sugar Land, TX 77496 832-563-4733 www.rainbowintl.com/sugarland Restoration - Fire, Water & Mold

Suzzette’s Concierge Suzzette “Ja” James, Lifestyle Manager 700 West Palm Fresno, TX 77545 832-691-4015 Errands & Personal Services

Tea Cake Factory Sumana Nutalapati, Owner 2735 Town Center Blvd. N, Suite N Sugar Land, TX 77479 281-565-0966 www.teacakefactory.net Bakery

Senior Helpers Sam Chacko, President 4915 South Main Street, Suite 116 Stafford, TX 77477 281-914-4088 www.seniorhelpers.com/sugarland-tx Home Care Services

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Call Juliette Bloomer for more information at 281-566-2161 or email Juliette@fortbendcc.org

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Coldwell Banker United Realtors

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Stadia Sports Grill Randall Sjolander, 281-265-4889

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HealthSouth Hillery Carraway, 281-276-7574

Clayton Oaks Living Jocelyn Gordon, 281-341-6200

Hogan Chiropractic, PLLC Jeff Hogan, 281-240-2225

Universal Title Partners, LLC Sandy St. Gemme, 281-242-4736

SERVPRO of Stafford/Missouri City Kristyn Hollen, 281-403-2256

Corrotherm International USA LLC Jeannie Ludwig, 832-617-8200

Evolution Kids Emporium Jimmy Brown, 888-765-5515

Scott & Jane Orthodontics Jane Lu, 832-539-6388

Archi*Technics/3, Inc. Christus Powell, 713-868-0088

Garvin P. Stryker, Attorney at Law Garvin Stryker, 281-340-2026

Centurion Advisors Corp.

Paul Jackson, 281-207-5485

Consolidated Home Health Jonathan Willman, 281-238-8775

Lasagna House III Stephanie Phillips, 281-277-3400

Richmond Bone and Joint Memorial Hermann Medical Group - Sugar Land Diana Onstott, 281-344-1715

Sleep Number Ariel Thomas, 281-491-0956

BHGRE Gary Greene - Linda Bell Linda Bell, 281-684-9112

Arrow Plumbing Co. Ann Barnes, 281-240-6868

2 YEARS

4 YEARS

La Cocina Mexican Restaurant Andres Novoa, 281-238-0872

Texwood Shows, Inc. Tony Wood, 832-274-3944

Caskey Realty - Re/Max Fine Properties Joanie Caskey, 281-636-1972

State Farm Insurance - Bowers Jr John Bowers Jr., 281-242-4800

Staff Force Personnel Services Doris Mercado, 281-404-4230

SugarLandPC.com Charles Swihart, 281-494-0894

Courtyard by Marriott Olga Maciques, 281-491-7700

The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land Adrienne Barker, 281-313-2277

N-Line Valves Reggie Etheridge, 281-969-5220 BSD Consulting, Inc. Nina Freeman, 281-980-9494 Evans Business Advisory Service, Inc. James Evans, 281-788-8739

Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP Michael J. Siwierka, 713-862-1860

8 YEARS

The Growth Coach Glenn Smith, 281-841-6680 Engineered Construction Specialists, Inc. Abby Eftink, 713-627-3622 CVR Energy Angie Dasbach, 281-207-3200

Milestone Member 10 YEARS - MILESTONE Sugar Lakes Family Practice Henry Mata, 281-565-2800

McDonough Engineering Corporation Ranney McDonough, 713-975-9990 Firethorne Wayne Meyer, 281-693-1010

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mu Kappa Omega Chapter Ivory Harrison, 832-605-5731

Fort Bend Optimist Club of Sugar Land Judy Karonika, 281-236-9726

Milestone Member 5 YEARS - MILESTONE

Reserve at Woodbridge Karrah Karrillo, 281-494-2200

PKJ International LLC Sijo Jose, 832-548-2000

Terra Associates, Inc. Vickie Henkel, 713-993-0333

11 YEARS

Center for Spine, Sports & Rehabilitation Excellence Debbie Simmons, 713-590-2700

6 YEARS

12 YEARS

The Enchanted Forest Judy Jones, 281-937-9449 December 2014 H Fort Bend Business Journal

Shell Oil Company Lorri Henry, 713-546-8608 Chamberlain, Hrdlicka Lawrence Sherlock, 713-654-9622 www.FortBendChamber.com

Blue Jungle Marketing Jim Munnell, 281-240-6700

13 YEARS

Calvary Episcopal School and College Prep Malcolm Smith, 281-342-3161

Milestone Member 15 YEARS - MILESTONE The Grand Parkway Association David Gornet, 713-965-0871

16 YEARS

River Pointe Church Beth Harborth, 281-277-6767 Freed Advertising Jeanette Dennis, 281-240-4949

21 YEARS

26 YEARS

ServiceMaster SouthWest Paulette Janak, 281-242-5777

27 YEARS

Sugar Grove Church of Christ Richard A. Fancher, 281-530-9651

Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation Gary Trietsch, 713-520-9570 Silver Eagle Distributors, Inc. Kevin Kohl, 281-342-2566

22 YEARS

Sprint Waste Services Will Swinbank, 281-277-5404

Freedom Automotive Services, Inc. John Miller, 281-499-4797

Hrbacek Martinez & Nestor, P.C. Lili Le, 281-240-2424

28 YEARS

Jerdon Enterprise, LP Bruce White, 281-261-5000

23 YEARS

East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, Inc. Vickie Coates, 281-261-4902

31 YEARS

IDS Engineering Group, Inc. Michelle Cazares, 713-462-3178

Milestone Member 25 YEARS - MILESTONE

Milestone Member 40 YEARS – MILESTONE

The Swinging Door Steven Onstad, 281-342-4758

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Member Updates

TREK Donna Alexander, 713-965-1711

Stewart Title Mary Alice Gonzalez, 281-491-7050

17 YEARS

George Ranch Historical Park Candace Jones, 281-343-0218

18 YEARS

Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union Sugar Land Joseph Simmons, 281-980-1850

19 YEARS

Bank of Texas - Sugar Land Frank Yonish, 713-578-3566

Save the Date

upcoming events for 2015 State of the City Sugar Land

January 23, 2015

Chairman’s Gala

First United Methodist Church-Sugar Land Martin Nicholas, 281-491-6041

masquerade ball January 30, 2015

presented by:

Milestone Member 20 YEARS - MILESTONE City of Richmond Evalyn Moore, 281-342-5456

Ashton Woods Homes Carrie Roehling, 281-561-7773

www.FortBendChamber.com

Fort Bend County Day

February 25, 2015 presented by:

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DBA (Assumed Names)

Data Beat (+) = More Names

This is a sample of the Assumed Names (DBAs) filed at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office for October 2014. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.TX.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 506 Assumed Names for month of October.

Flunker Edward J Raines Insulation and Products 1322 Deer Ridge 77573

Atmosphera Consulting LLC Atmosphera Consulting LLC 6226 Bristol Path Lane 77479

Campbell Christopher Affinity Craft Coffee 32501-F Garden Side Rd 77441

Marmol Erik Sunscreen Mist Florida 1403 Copperfield Ct 77406

Recs Signs LLC Down Range USA 7210 Michard Rd 77053

Peralta Stephanie Star One Capital 23233 Kingsland Blvd #B Box 136 77494

Rahman Nadia Sheikh Hamza’s BBQ 24407 Stanwick Crossing Ln 77494

Gonzalez Elein Lingo Huller 15238 Old Richmond Rd 77498

Camhi Murray Uber Partner 3911 Windmill St 77479

Chenard Kenneth (+) Katy Prestige 26142 Twin Stone Ln 77494

Miller Monica Monica Miller’s Insurance Agency 3331 Cartwright #200 77459

Perez Manuel R MRP (+) 16118 Crooked Arrow 77498

Miller Tonja Serene Retreat Spa 2827 N Main 77477

Smith Cory R Crs Texas Properties (+) 1619 Pecan Crossing Dr 77406

Casas Victor D (+) Exportimportnet 9507 Harwin Dr Ste 150 77036

Davis Janie Marie J Marie 8426 Bird Run Dr 77489

YFX Technologies Inc YFX Technologies 630 Colony Lake Estates Dr Ste 332 77477

Tran Kimberly Song J & K Foot Reflexology Lp 11929 University Blvd 77479

Henderson Howard Friendly Circle 3122 Village Pond Ln 77545

Muhammad Ahmed Ptchief Fitness 1001 W Loop S Ste 110 77027

Carroll Milton (+) The Cheshire Group (+) 43 Cheshire Bend Dr 77479

Lively Joshua Titan Vending 11601 Shadow Creek Pkwy Ste 111 #251

Lege Marguerite M Mdl Consulting 7646 Harvest Mill Ln 77407

JLG Advisors LLC Jdee International Printortype 8019 Summer Night Ln 77469

Moreno Cynthia C Bliss Beauty Salon 718 Fm 1092 77477

Wienserski Cheryl Blackjack Casino Rentals 21258 Park Bluff 77450

Alvarado Andres Moving & Scrap Metal Collector 739 Veracruz Dr 77471 Bumby Matthew Justadawada 1423 Ashwood Dr 77498 Sparkman Tonya L Sewn 8518 Stones Throw Ln 77459

Mcgraw Kevin Shane Mcgraw Trucking 1615 Jones St 77471

Isaac Rebecca J Becky’s Body & Bath Works 2601 Cartwright Ste #D-198 77459

Castillo-Vazquez Horacio (+) Horcav Maintenance Service 4911 Quebec Blvd 77469

Velazquez Johana Blue Crystalline Pools and Spa Serv.

13934 Old Village Ln 77498

Correctional Association of Texas, Inc Correctional Association of Texas 935 Eldridge Road #278 77478

Mauricio Francisco Jr Lfls Res/Comm Services 5838 Silver Oak 77459

Arline Charles Etta Carline Interprises 2627 Cardinal Elm 77545

Tobias Lydia Ann Toby’s Tots Daycare 16906 Birdhaven Lane 77489

Layton Maria Del Carmen Mari L Innovation in Art 715 Moss Hammock Way 77479

Fuselier Henry Earl Sr Hefuselier 3923 Gazebo Lane 77459

Anderson Mia F (+) Sister’s Hot Chocalate Chip Cookies 4139 Forest Leaf Cir 77459 perm

Jalowy David W Front Porch Real Estate 8922 Main St 77461

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Vargas Cassandra 4 Js Trucking 1200 George St 77471

Bennett Tana Skin Tone Entertainment 16 Charleston Park Dr #2215 77025

Yarrington Prestina Sarah Jane and Lomas 2127 James Madison Dr 77459

Croom Mark Phoenix Fine Lines 4003 Brightwood 77459

Morris Matthew Frank Morriserv 21915 Venture Park Dr 77406

Muhammad Gayenell Key 2 Wellness 12250 S Kirkwood Rd #1534 77477

Obi Cynthia Md Pa (+) Sunrise Urgent Care Center 10211 Hutton Park Dr 77494

Thomas Christopher Marion Studio CMT 627 Honeysuckle Vine Dr 77469

A Everest LLC E Commerce International 4202 Ludwig Ln 77477

Vyas Mina Manubhai National Tax Service 5314 Aliso Ridge Ct 77479

Cleary Jeffery A Reeb Live! Media Services 565 S Mason Rd #325 77450

Cusanno Rosa Rosa Cusanno Salon 511 S Mason Rd Ste 318 77450

Croom Jeanette Croom Properties 4003 Brightwood 77459

Kurjee Son’s Inc Corner Market 5241- B F M 521 77583 Covington Janet Williams Janet’s Professional Services 1402 Mcgee Lake Ct 77407 Affordable Solar Screens & Blinds Inc Affordable Solar Screens 18811 Deer Key Circle 77084 Salazar Freddy Afford A Realty & Rental 18811 Deer Key Circle 77084 Jackson Tavey (+) Jax Transportation Services 7210 Stevenson Dr 77459 Blackbuck Solutions LLC Gearup Fan Shop 39 May Water Lane 77441 Salerno Carolyn Jo Lyn Salerno Business Support Services 742 Lakeshore Dr 77478

Gonzalez Rigoberto Sanchez R. Shancez Tractor Work 325 N 4Th St 77417 Zora Mary Katy Texas Realty 6847 Blue Glade Drive 77406 Promotion Social Media LLC Dana Vaudring 24200 Sw Frwy Ste 402-289 77471 Niblett Angela Outpost Consultants 5511 Opal Cove Ct 77494 Otwani Rajesh Techknow Consulting 27806 Harris Glen Ct 77441 Hitzel John (+) JH Floors and More 2723 Pecan Ridge Dr 77479 Brondel Vena Tote-Ally Totes 4103 Stone Edge Ct 77479

Salerno Carolyn Jo Transitions and More 742 Lakeshore Drive 77478

Houston Floyd Dream Photo Tex 1802 Tangle Berry Ct 77545

Marmol Erik Sunscreen Mist Caribe 1403 Copperfield Ct 77406

Nash Alicia (+) Elite Eats LLC 2519 Red Creek Ct 77545

Marmol Erik Sunscreen Mist Texas 1403 Copperfield Ct 77406

Johnson Denarviz Excel Driving School 1305 Fm 359 Suite F 77406

December 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

DBA (Assumed Names)

Data Beat (+) = More Names

Moore Erinn Griffin Divine Dazzling Designs 11006 Brighton Gardens Dr 77406

Byrn Richard Aquaman Pool Services 2207 Greenhaven Dr 77479

Leblanc Strinda D Dreams & Visions Hair Studio 2910 Youpon Glen Way 77545

Edgar Glenn K Glenn K Edgar DBA Edgar Town & Country Real Estate 5946 Story Brook Trail 77459

Risinger Adriana Sweet St Jane Handbags 3126 Wagon Trail Dr 77479 Ilacone Group Inc (+) No 1 Growler Craft Beers 301 S 9Th Street 77469 Pleitez Juan E (+) J. Enriquez Trucking (+) 2003 Briar Ridge 77471 Greatwood Training Center LLC Greatwood Training Center, LLC Dba Gtc Fitness 7002 Riverbrook Dr Suite 200 77479 Johnson Donald W Jr Jonco Construction Services 13504 White Cloud St 77584 Luong’s Family Inc Hk Seafood, Wings & Chinese Food Restaurant 15834 S Post Oak Rd 77053 Lokhandwalla Dinaz Events International 4156 Greystone Way 77479 Hernandez Juan Hernandez Landscaping 1102 Klare Ave 77471

Chege Charles E A Oil and Gas Services 7800 W Airport Blvd Suite 715 77584

Burton Joseph (+) One Man and a Truck 15607 Ennis Rd 77498

Whittington & Associates LLC Oceans Rock 11923 Scottsdale 77477

Mclean Nichola (+) Axiel Remodelling 1015 Jackrabbit 77471

Rodriguez Cecilia Rima CRTIR 15603 Camino Del Sol 77083

Lazo Nora Etelvina Nes Cleaning Services 14051 Towne Way Dr 77498

Transafrican Development Inc Ndando House 13703 Hudson Ct 77498

Quezada Maria G (+) Raspea 3117 Quail Valley E Dr 77489

Rodriguez Samuel Jr Farias Wireless 7326 Red River Dr 77469

Cui Kemi Texas International Healthcare Consultation 11311 Red Bluff Turn 77459

Yang Peiying 3R Htech 5215 Riverstone Crossing Dr 77479

Cornelison Cindy Helmut’s Strudel 1911 Summerfield Pl 77478

Shannon Natalie Stars, Stripes and Savings 6218 Arroyo Springs 77441

Garner Robert L G.M.S. Management 4138 Breakwood 77025

Leang Makara Snow Cone 2623 1St St 77471

Mcclain Vanessa Beasthouse Fitness with Vanessa (+) 2814 Chupik St 77471

Pittallia & Brothers LLC Conquest Pest Control 6310 Fisher Bend Ln 77471

Garner Robert L Education “A” Sport 622 Evergreen 77545

Trevino Rogelio S & E Services 622 Shady Brooke Dr 77477

Jones Marcus R (+) Simply Chill Accessories 21102 Falcon Creek Ct 77406

Ali Nizar Filter Depo 1506 Meadow Hill Dr 77479

Walga Sergut (+) Richmond Food Mart 1417 Jackson St 77469

Franklin James Swift Window Cleaning Service 7002 Misty Morning Trce 77407

Copperfield Family Dentistry PLLC My Dental of Sugar Land 4965 Sweetwater Blvd 77479

Hernandez Emilia (+) Douglas Painting & Remodeling 630 Fm 1092 #209 77477

Wersebe David Pecan Acres Polo Estates 35616 Vernon Frost Rd 77476

Chavez Fernando Chavez Construction Corp 420 West Street 77471

Wersebe David Pecan Acres Estates 35616 Vernon Frost Rd 77476

Briggs Rashon Briggs and Briggs Express 6326 Newquay 77085

Umeh Jude Shepherd Physical Therapy 8206 Longvale Drive 77469

Durrani Naheed Arena Sound and Lights 7324 Southwest Freeway # 910 77074

Riverstone Dentists Pa Riverstone Dental 5425 Hw 6 #C100 77459 Vo Nguyen Branford Enterprise 7307 Branford Park Ln 77407

Dunham L Andrew The Law Office of Andrew Dunham (+) 5527 Stoneridge Ct 77471

Nguyen Quoc Bao Best Nails and Spa 7260 Hwy 6 Ste 200 77459

Stephens Urshula Bh & W Stripping & Cleaning 2718 Spring Place Dr 77489 Fifee Deidra The Diag - The Diagnostic Intelligence Assessment Grp (+) 7126 Grants Hollow 77407

Bluse Brooke Brooke Cluse Insurance Agency Inc 4502 Riverstone Blvd Ste 304 77459

Walga Sergut (+) Richmond Grocery 1417 Jackson St 77469

Nooruddin Naeem Nick @ Nite 9750 South Hwy 6 #105

Mills Robert Mills’ Metal Mercantile 25831 Orchard Knoll Ln 77494

101411031307/ Gonzalez-Garcia Rebeca E A & E Affordable Carpentry (+) 2114 Ave D 77471

Johnson Elray Quality Production 1314 River Rock 77489

Sanders Beverly (+) Property Traders 310 Morton #102 77469

Arshad Muhammad Waseem (+) Five Star Petroleum Corp 5101 Ave H Ste 23 77471

Green Roddonna Mary Jane’s Joy 7018 Baristone Ln 77407

Koppa Tom G (+) Like-Minded Community 3926 Hollow Cove Ln 77469

Dreamtigers LLC Tamani Investments 16107 Kensington Dr # 351 77479

Lomnick Monica Abiding Angels Home Health Service 2043 Greencrest Dr 77489

Ellis Curley Lamar III Dominion Apostolic Church 1216 Westwood Dr #705 77471

Medlow-Mays Connie (+) Maythird Management Enterprises 7324 Southwest Freeway #975 77074 Premier Horizons Community Services LLC Kiddie Academy of Grand Harbor 27703 Guthrie Ridge Ln 77494 Jalomo Veronica Guerrero 93 Custom Creations 1806 Willow Drive 77469 Young Dedrick Westheimer Xpress 7423 Maczali 77489 Panicker Binu Market Stop 9711 Thompson Lake Dr 77459

Paul Billy R Sno-Brite Janitorial 7950 S Sam Houston Pkwy West 77085

Bentley Brigett Beyond Mathematics 21018 Barker Canyon Ln 77450

Hollingsworth Julie The Whisper of The Horse (+) 5955 Fm 360 77461

White Jacqueline Joyous Beginnings Events 1006 Blairfeld Ln 77545

Zoni USA Inc Texas Grill Express 11920 Hwy 6 S #900 77498

Spencer Christie (+) Fort Bend Hearing 4550 Sweetwater Blvd Suite A 77479

Magsood LLC Copy N Sign 12220 Murphy Rd 77479

Schuler Mary Ann (+) River Brazos Co. 1201 Mcduffie St #121 77019

Katelynn & Emily Thai Corporation New Star Nails & Spa 1251 Pin Oak Rd #135 77494

Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H December 2014

Senat Claude Jr Claude’s Trucking 21819 Tremont Hollow Ct 77469

Amman Gene (+) Gene Amman, Pro 2627 FM 762 77469 Vaikathusseril Thomas Knanaya Light 3918 Royal Plantation Ln 77459 Guy Deidre A D G A Holdings (+) 1908 Village Park Dr 77489

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Data Beat

November 2014 Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary Reports

Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary reports present data about monthly local sales and use tax allocation payments to local sales taxing jurisdictions.

These net payments represent monies identified for the local jurisdictions since the previous month’s distribution. These reports will allow you to compare current year sales and use tax payments with the previous year. When used with other local economic indicators, they may help indicate present and future trends.

County/City Fort Bend

Net Payment This Period

Comp Payment Prior Year

Percent Change

2014 Payments To Date

2013 Payments To Date

Percent Change

Arcola Beasley Fulshear Kendleton Meadows Place Missouri City Needville Orchard Pleak Richmond Rosenberg Simonton Stafford Sugar Land Thompsons

52,428.64 12,126.36 116,827.44 986.54 87,650.37 959,152.93 43,720.61 7,002.29 5,215.40 487,455.66 1,529,415.71 17,953.92 1,708,589.15 4,525,498.62 3,897.03

37,249.54 12,093.47 84,028.53 1,385.18 100,112.11 696,791.09 35,604.77 3,891.38 4,822.06 400,344.06 1,324,221.23 10,454.16 1,337,906.36 4,314,633.59 776.34

40.74% 0.27% 39.03% -28.77% -12.44% 37.65% 22.79% 79.94% 8.15% 21.75% 15.49% 71.73% 27.70% 4.88% 401.97%

509,226.76 101,032.43 911,337.21 10,774.40 1,004,515.53 7,532,107.21 441,555.43 53,566.37 53,001.89 4,531,956.54 15,200,483.75 162,383.22 14,951,404.41 45,161,489.64 30,407.52

413,616.28 99,332.32 722,906.46 10,273.18 1,033,474.39 6,798,314.56 377,568.56 39,435.04 51,497.01 4,168,445.81 12,866,170.66 183,931.20 14,802,861.09 41,213,285.87 28,447.77

23.11% 1.71% 26.06% 4.87% -2.80% 10.79% 16.94% 35.83% 2.92% 8.72% 18.14% -11.71% 1.00% 9.57% 6.88%

COUNTY TOTAL

9,557,920.67

8,364,313.87

14.27%

90,655,242.31

82,809,560.20

9.47%

Top 20 City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - November 2014 Please note that Sugar Land is 17th in sales tax revenues in the state.

City

Houston San Antonio Dallas Austin Fort Worth Arlington Corpus Christi El Paso Plano Amarillo Frisco Round Rock Midland McAllen Lubbock Irving Sugar Land Odessa Grand Prairie Abilene

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Net Payment This Period

59,752,460.84 27,461,963.95 24,219,746.56 16,762,712.73 12,346,638.08 8,879,326.42 7,344,335.92 6,795,263.46 7,062,279.62 6,555,656.05 6,820,782.27 5,568,210.71 6,604,472.48 5,406,299.47 5,864,995.55 5,295,566.15 4,525,498.62 4,641,110.08 4,311,743.07 3,933,184.67

Comp Payment Prior Year

54,592,748.59 25,432,498.19 22,750,638.22 15,246,600.87 11,230,872.25 8,193,890.51 7,066,675.35 6,674,545.33 6,569,474.59 6,660,891.17 5,441,948.42 5,613,646.64 5,499,587.71 4,714,048.29 5,628,648.12 5,133,682.96 4,314,633.59 3,771,470.73 3,966,820.61 3,568,626.46

% Change To Date

9.45% 7.97% 6.45% 9.94% 9.93% 8.36% 3.92% 1.80% 7.50% -1.57% 25.33% -0.80% 20.09% 14.68% 4.19% 3.15% 4.88% 23.05% 8.69% 10.21%

2014 Payments To Date

590,829,264.51 279,084,076.76 235,050,572.85 167,211,619.32 115,932,112.12 86,531,385.12 74,117,273.56 72,401,596.31 69,680,616.33 66,720,359.79 63,725,931.89 62,823,764.40 62,188,370.65 57,637,132.55 57,466,985.29 52,809,177.98 45,161,489.64 42,079,307.08 41,333,108.07 37,772,770.45

December 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

2013 Payments Change

559,359,534.09 247,182,029.25 222,450,073.80 154,094,354.55 109,304,521.99 87,394,651.43 70,125,796.32 69,934,559.75 64,377,106.38 65,017,866.15 54,008,808.65 61,977,542.21 54,071,344.26 56,260,791.32 55,107,032.99 48,610,286.08 41,213,285.87 36,969,737.10 40,082,020.13 37,482,190.22

Percent

5.62% 12.90% 5.66% 8.51% 6.06% -0.98% 5.69% 3.52% 8.23% 2.61% 17.99% 1.36% 15.01% 2.44% 4.28% 8.63% 9.57% 13.82% 3.12% 0.77%

Data Beat

Commercial Building Permits

Some significant building permits in cities in Fort Bend during the month of October ADDRESS

TYPE OF PERMIT

VALUE

OWNER/CONTRACTOR

MISSOURI CITY 13435 Pike Rd

Commercial Building

$1,020,000

Pikes Road-Stafford LP/LS & A Group

13503 Pike Rd

Commercial Building

$1,400,000

Pikes Road-Stafford LP/LS & A Group

823 Buffalo Run

Commercial Building

$816,000

6000 Hwy 6

Commercial Building

$41,000

Target Corporation/SM Wilson & Co

5425 Hwy 6 B-300

Commercial Building

$10,000

MCC2013 LLC/Huynh American

3281 Rocky Creek Dr 200

Commercial Building

$150,000

Asset Capital Builders

14810 Fairway Pines Dr

Commercial Building

$10,000

Accuarate Installations

2899 Dulles Ave

Commercial Building

$16,500

IPTV-B-L5-107 LLC/Tri-County Construction

8330 Hwy 6

Commercial Building

$98,000

Urban Constructors, Inc

13435 Pike Rd 300

Commercial Building

$80,000

LS & A Group

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

10/01/14-10/31/14

$3,641,500

820 Park Two Dr

Commercial Addition

$167,000

Fort Bend Baptist Academy/Star Tex Construction Mgmt

1 King Arthur’s Ct

Commercial Addition

$380,000

Midway Corporate Partners LP/JC Woods Construction Co Inc.

16535 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Addition

$16,000

1531 State Hwy 6

Commercial Addition

$100,000

11177 University Blvd

Commercial New

$15,587,711

1350 Creek Way Dr

Commercial New

$589,367

1227 Museum Square Dr #B

Commercial Buildout

$70,000

NNP-Telfair LP/Charle’s Construction

1010 Southwestern Blvd Ste 298

Commercial Buildout

$14,000

Mueller Holdings LP/Michael A Freeman Construction

1429 State Hwy 6 Ste 304

Commercial Buildout

$138,000

Fondren Investments, LTD//Bey Design LLC

630 Dulles Ave

Commercial Remodel

$410,554

Fort Bend ISD/LMC Corporation

19922 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Remodel

$150,666

EMI Corp/Angler Retail Construction, LLC

14031 Southwest Fwy Ste 620

Commercial Remodel

$41,000

KFLP Partnership LTD & JDLP L/Ram Architects & Builders LLC

16300 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Remodel

$98,057

EMI Corp/I S Construction

19908 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Remodel

$565,363

Lakepointe Assets LLC/Endurancce Builders

One Fluor Daniel Dr Bldg A

Commercial Remodel

$141,341

Lakepointe Assets LLC/Endurancce Builders

One Fluor Daniel Dr Bldg A

Commercial Remodel

$472,000

Ronald B Siegal Revocable 2004/DHM Construction, Inc

State Hwy 6 Ste 185

Commercial Remodel

$897,822

HC Sugar Land Owner LLC/Endurance Builders

1650 State Hwy 6 Ste 350

Commercial Remodel

$33,988

BGP Kensington LLC/Preferred Contracting Services

16535 Southwest Fwy Ste K82

Commercial Remodel

$28,000

First Colony Mall LLC/VKC Properties LP

17500 W Grand Pkwy S 3rd Flr

Commercial Remodel

$426,963

Memorial Hermann Hospital/Forney Construction

17500 W Grand Pkwy S 5th Flr

Commercial Remodel

$426,963

Memorial Hermann Hospital/Forney Construction

One Fluor Daniel Dr Bldg A

Commercial Remodel

$30,356

4660 Sweetwater Blvd Ste 210

Commercial Remodel

$325,660

12727 W Airport Blvd

Commercial Remodel

$62,190

140 Industrial Blvd

Commercial Remodel

$110,000

16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 175

Commercial Remodel

$56,126

245 Commerce Green Blvd Ste 155

Commercial Remodel

$5,000

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

10/01/14-10/31/14

$ 21,359,127

Rosenberg Construction

SUGAR LAND

First Colony Mall LLC/AGW Interiors, Inc Mody Properties, LLC NALCO Texas Leasing LLC/E E Reed Construction, LP Lake Pointe Town Center LTD/Farnsworth & Lott Construction

Lakepointe Assets LLC/Mahaca Construction FCB Fort Bend Holdings LLC/The Trevino Group, Inc Amerisource Bergen Corp/Golden Rule A/C & Heating Wilcox Investments LP/Monolite Stucco Methodist Hospital/South Coast Const Services Inc Commerce Green Associates LC/EE Reed Construction

Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H December 2014

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Statement! Try our website, if you can’t find what you are looking for call Susan, she will locate it for you. Susan@BusinessSpirit.net.

Air Conditioning

Vista Air Services, Inc. 713-433-6311 COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS www.vistaairservices.com Vista Air Services, Inc. specializes in Commercial/ Industrial Air Conditioning Services. Established in 1978 Vista provides Service, Repair, HVAC Remodeling and Design, as well as flexible Preventative Maintenance Plans. Vista is WBEA and HUB Certified and licensed in the State of Texas (TACLA 4677C).

Business Owners, Office Managers, Facilities Managers, and Commercial Contractors, are invited to call us at 713-433-6311.

Alterations & Tailoring

LIZ’S TAILOR and ALTERATIONS 281-242-3193 www.lizstailor.com 3626 Highway 6 South (In the Luby’s/Big Lots Shopping Center) Sugar Land, TX 77478. Our Alterations Service for Ladies and Gentlemen include: Full resizing of your dress or prom to make a perfect fit; hem pants & jeans, taper in and out; shorten jacket sleeves and zipper changes. We fix your clothes at affordable prices. We offer professional tailoring. We will make your clothes from a catalog or pattern. For one-day or immediate service, please call Liz at 281-242-3193. We offer free estimates or visit us at www.lizstailor.com or email us at liz@ lizstailor.com.

Auto Repair / Maintenance

Auto Central-Automotive Service & Sales 281-499-9684 www.autocentral.biz AutoCentral@verizon.net. 2526 Fifth Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Fax: 281-499-0183, Fast, Friendly and professional automotive repair. ASE Blue Seal Certified, State Inspection Station, Diesel Repair, Open Monday-Friday 7-6pm. Saturdays by Appt. only.

Charlton’s Auto Body Repair and Vehicle Detailing 281-499-1126 www.charltonsbodyrepair.com Chuck Charlton, 1131 Staffordshire @ 5th Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Charbody@aol.

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com, Fax: 281-499-1694, Complete collision repair. Frame & Unibody straightened. Expert computer color matching. Custom painting & pin stripping. Honest service. 79 Years Strong and 3 Generations Proud!

Colony One Auto Center P - 281-980-4440 F - 281-261-0048 www.colonyoneauto.com Are you tired of searching for a AAA approved auto repair center? Colony One Auto Center is a family-owned and operated business, having serviced more than 210,000 vehicles since 1991. The BBB has rated Colony One Auto Center its highest score, capturing an A+ rating.

Angie’s List has designated Colony One Auto Center its highest rating as a “Super Service Provider,” also garnering an A+ rating. Colony One Auto Center has a complete state-of-the-art automotive repair and maintenance facility. Your search is finally over. Bring your vehicle to Rod Tate at 1131 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, 77477.

First Tire & Automotive 281-313-2886 www.firsttireandauto.com Craig Popp, owner, 3 Sugar Land Locations.

960 Eldridge, 281-313-2886 & 2303 Williams Trace Blvd. 281-980-2666 (First Colony), 20015 Southwest Freeway. 281-343-5666 (Greatwood), Diagnostic testing and evaluation, Manufacturer’s routine recommended maintenance, domestic and foreign vehicle repairs, AAA approved, ASE certified. Ask about our Fleet Service!

Banks

The State Bank of Texas 281-494-6686 www.tsbot.com nickiblack@tsbot.com. Nicki Black, 13010 Murphy Road, Stafford, TX 77477, Fax: 281-4946747. Locally and independently owned - our prime interest is you!

Computer Solutions

RED BUTTON Computer Solutions, LLC 281-606-5848 or 832-535-2665 www.redbuttoncs.com service@redbuttoncs.com Let us revitalize your computer without replacing it! Maybe you don’t need a new computer, maybe just a power supply or software cleanup! Computer Technical support, Consulting and Training Insured, Low Cost, House Calls, Father and Son Team.

Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre 281-403-5900 (General) 281-403-5910 (Golf Shop) www.golfquailvalley.com The Quail Valley Golf Course and City Centre offers 36 holes of championship golf, full practice facilities and gorgeous event venues. After your round, stop by the Bluebonnet Grille for a cold drink and a satisfying meal. The City Centre is perfect for your special event. We host golf tournaments, weddings, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, fundraising galas and so much more. All with beautiful views of our award winning golf courses. For more information, visit www.golfquailvalley.com. Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre, 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, Texas 77459.

Riverbend Country Club 281-269-2526 www.riverbendcountryclub.org triciarbcc@gmail.com.Tricia Hawks, 1214 Dulles Avenue, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Conveniently located in the heart of Sugar Land, Riverbend Country Club is just 25 minutes south of downtown Houston, Texas. Established in 1957, Riverbend continues its tradition as Fort Bend County’s only member owned club. Whether you’re looking for championship golf, fine dining, pools, tennis, fitness facilities or a wide variety of social and golf activities Riverbend is definitely the place to belong.

Dialysis

Stafford Dialysis 281-568-9911 www.StaffordDialysis.com 12220 Murphy Road, Stafford, Texas 77477 Quality Care for A Quality Life. Stafford Dialysis promotes the highest quality care and treatment for patients with chronic renal disease. State of the Art technology and certified professionals provide patients the highest ethical standards and education related to kidney failure. Certified through Private Insurance, Medicare and the Texas Department of Health, you can trust your care to Stafford Dialysis.

Economic Development

The Katy Area Economic Development Council (Katy Area EDC) www.KatyEDC.org 281-396-2200 The Katy Area conomic Development Council (Katy Area EDC, a 501 (c) 6 non-profit corporation, is

a full service economic development corporation representing the Katy ISD area (Katy Area). Katy Area EDC : recruits new businesses, helps retain and expand existing businesses, helps create new businesses, facilitates the construction of business infrastructure and helps improve the quality of place and quality of life of the Katy Area.

Sugar). CBC offers Sales, Service, New & Used, Rentals (daily, monthly or yearly) and Parts for two lines of products, GOLF CARTS and MOBILITY SCOOTERS. Authorized Dealer for Merits and Pride Mobility products. We rent all sizes of golf carts from 2-8 seaters and also short- and long-cargo boxes.

Education

Knowledge-First Empowerment Center 281-499-8315 www.knowledge-first.org Providing Academic Services Enhancing Educational Values The Knowledge-First Empowerment Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit accredited educational school which prepares learners to meet today’s educational demands and the systemic challenges of tomorrow. For learners kindergarten through 12 grade, we provide homework assistance and after school tutoring in all subjects. For high school students who are behind with their high school credits, we have an evening program where they can receive their credits and we send the successfully completed grade back to their home school. We believe, as did Plato, that the purpose and ultimate value of education is not to stick thoughts into the pupils’ head, but to inspire them to think for themselves.

Wisdom~Honor~Perseverance. KnowledgeFirst Empowerment Center is located at 2651 Cartwright Road., Suite C Missouri City, Texas 77459.

Floral

Flowers By Tiffany LLC 281-208-8681 www.FlowersByTiffanyStafford.com 13230 Murphy Road, Suite 400, Stafford, TX 77477.

281-208-8681. 2011 CMUS Power Award Winner – Internet Customer Service Award. Beautiful Flowers for all occasions, Weddings, Events, Funerals, Plants, Fruit & Gourmet Baskets. Member of the Better Business Bureau and Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Mention the Fort Bend Business Journal for a special discount.

Golf Carts / Mobility Scooters

CBC Golf Cart Services, Inc. 281-494-1164 Scooters by CBC 281-494-3454 Fax 281-494-1189 www.cbcgolfcarts.com; www.mobilityscooters. com. chris1001@windstream.net, 203 Ulrich Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 (Behind Imperial

Glass Block/Showers/Windows

South Texas Glass Block 281-355-8882 www. stglassblock.com We offer complete glass block solutions, providing excellent service and product to all of our customers. We have been in business since 1995, serving the entire Houston and surrounding areas. Our excellent workmanship is unmatched both in the commercial and residential arena. No job is too big for South Texas Glass Block.

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Country Clubs & Golf Courses

Home Care Assistance

Senior Helpers Non-Medical Home care 281-914-4088 www.seniorhelpers.com/sugarland-tx 4915 South Main Street, Suite 116, Stafford, Texas 77477. Professionally trained caregivers to care for your loved ones at home. Whether you need assistance 24/7 or just few hours a day our office is here to help. Our service options are flexible and customizable to your specific situation. Your care plan can be a combination of any of the following service offerings: Companion Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, House Keeping, and Personal Care.

Home Health Care

Texas State Healthcare & Hospice Care 281-208-4344 or 979-323-7099 www.txstatehealthcare.com What we do: Skilled Nursing - Home Health Aide Physical / Speech / Occupational Therapies - Medical Social Worker assisting with durable medical equipment needs and helping to provide Resources & Services in the Community - Wound Care - Catheter Care Diabetic Care Lab Services - IV Therapy and more... “Hometown Nurses Helping Hometown People”

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Ice Cream Specialties

Jewelers

Southern Ice Cream 281-499-9837 www.SouthernIceCreamTX.com Great for all occasions! Reward your employees, clients or families. Serve delicious ice cream specialties from Southern Ice Cream in Stafford, Texas. Do you have a special fundraising project or marketing project on your mind?

Schedule a push cart, ice cream truck or vintage ‘Original Good Humor’ truck to deliver these speciality deserts. Southern Ice Cream prides itself on personalized service delivering frozen treats efficiently to cool down even the hottest Houston days! It’s easy to book this unique and rewarding ice cream experience, just visit www.

SouthernIceCreamTX.com or call Michelle at 281-499-9837.

Insurance Agencies

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Prince Benefits Group • 281-325-0384 www.princebenefitsgroup.com Insurance Agency, that works with individuals & companies to purchase health, dental, vision, life & 401K. We represent Aetna, BCBS, United Healthcare, Guardian, Humana, Principal and many others. Don’t pay a 2014 TAX Penalty for being uninsured due to the new Healthcare Reform laws. Call us for affordable credible coverage.

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Insurance Solutions of Texas 281-565-2222 • 281-341-5060 www.insurancesolutionsoftexas.com Jay Harris, Auto, Home, Business, Flood Insurance. 14140 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. 281-565-2222, Fax 281-565-3333. 2515 Ave. H, Rosenberg, Texas 77471. 281-341-5060, Fax 281-3415558.

Gold Connection Jewelers 281-344-9900 • We Buy Gold www.goldconnection.net We are a full-service jewelry store in your neighborhood. We offer diamonds, gold and silver jewelry and watches. Repairs are done on our premises. Custom design is our specialty. We offer front door parking for your convenience. Our hours are M-F from 10:00-6:00 pm and again on Sat from 10:00-4:00 pm. We are located at 206 Hwy 90A, Richmond, 77406. Come see our fabulous inventory!

Magazine

Upright MRI of Sugar Land 281-494-0505 www.mri911.com CLAUSTROPHOBIC? Upright MRI is the only True OPEN MRI in Sugar Land. We scan patients standing, sitting, or lying down. For the first time, patients can be scanned in weight-bearing postures and in their position of pain. It is ideal for patients who have difficulty lying down due to respiratory or cardiac problems. Mention this ad and receive $25 off your first scan. 2655 Cordes Drive #150, Sugar Land, 77479. Open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Optometrists

Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com Fort Bend’s ONLY business publication.

Reaching over 10,000 businesses monthly. The place to advertise to reach the vital Fort Bend County business community.

Fort Bend Focus - 281-690-4242 Focus on Women - 281-690-4242 www.fortbendfocus.com Fort Bend’s ONLY feature magazine Direct mailed to almost 40,000 homes every month in Fort Bend’s most affluent subdivisions.

Nature’s Pest Control

Nature’s Own Pest And Lawn Service 281-656-2847 www.naturesownpestcontrol.org 18035 W. Little York Rd. Ste. F, Katy, TX 77449.

Using an exterminator that will practice the safest and most natural techniques for pest control can be reassuring and December be the only consideration for those who are determined to live green in every way. Natural pest control with the best guarantee in the business. At Nature’s Own, we will eradicate your bugs and make your home bug free once again. Don’t lose any sleep over these pesky bugs. Call Nature’s Own today. Mention Fort Bend Business Journal and receive a special discount.

Newspaper

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Fort Bend Star 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We have been delivering a free community newspaper to homes throughout Fort Bend County longer than ANY OTHER Newspaper.

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Elissa R. Wedemeyer O.D., FCOVD, F.A.A.O 281-499-2600 www.drwedemeyer.com 6026 Hwy. 6 Missouri City, TX 77459.

Therapeutic Optometrist; Visual Perceptual / Binocular Therapy; medical management of eye infections and diseases. The office has a large selection of fashion frames.

Pest Control

Austin Exterminating Co., Inc. 281-342-4328 2714 Avenue I, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 CA00566484 • TPCL 148. Owner operated Monday - Friday. Pest Control Company specializing in service designed for customers who are looking for something different. “We don’t just spray baseboards.”

Pharmacies

Ed’s Pharmacy 281-499-4555 Ed Sziy, 3740 Cartwright, Missouri City, TX 77459, Fax: 281-499-7088.

Physicians

Immunizations & Drug Testing The IMUnization Clinic West 281-229-9664 • S.W. 281-313-7468 www.houstonvaccines.com houstonvaccines@gmail.com. West: 16225 Park Ten Place, Suite 519, Houston, Texas 77084, S.W. 3727 Greenbriar Dr., Suite 403, Stafford, TX 77477- Vaccines for children and adults for school, fertility, work, immigration, or travel needs. Daytime, Evening, and Saturday hours and no wait appointments

outdoor living spaces, custom homes, interior and exterior renovations. Our commitment to excellence is just one of the reasons we have over 5,000 satisfied customers. SERVING FORT BEND & SURROUNDING COUNTIES FOR OVER 35 YEARS. Valuation

Real Estate

Colliers International, formerly Curtice Commercial Real Estate 281-494-4769 kcurtice@curticecommercial.com. Kolbe M. Curtice, CCIM, CLS, 15999 City Walk, Suite 250, Sugar Land Square located at U.S. Highway 59 & State Highway 6, Fax: 281-494-3227, Brokerage, Development, Investment and Tenant Representation, 25 years experience in Fort Bend.

Riverstone Development Co. 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tomw@johnsondev.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxurious waterside living in Fort Bend from $200s to the many millions.

Jeanne Gregory, CRS, GRI 281-344-8918 www.jeannegregory.com jeannegregory@earthlink.net.

14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478, Fax: 281-242-6754, Re/Max Southwest.

Residential real estate sales & corporate relocation.

Jennifer Weaver, ABR, CRS, GRI 281-207-5037 www.jenniferweaver.com RE/MAX Southwest, 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Residential sales and corporate relocation since 1979.

Remodeling / Outdoor Living

Living Improvements 281-499-7000 www.living-improvements.com AWARD WINNING - 2010 & 2011 Houston’s BEST “Outdoor Living Space” Living Improvements’ commitment to excellence makes us the perfect fit for your building needs. We have over 200 years cumulative in-house experience in the remodeling and construction industry making us highly skilled, professional and detail oriented striving to exceed our customer’s expectations. We feature

Business Valuation Professional 713-877-8160 Business Valuation Professional with 15 years experience. Applies income, market, and asset based approaches to determine your Company’s worth. Operating entities and professional practices. Very reasonable fees. Tom Branch, 713-877-8160.

Video Services

Star Digital Studios 281-690-4280 www.starvideoproductions.com A full service video production studio providing all phases of video production including professional writing, videography, editing, DVD duplication, distribution; also video deposition services to the legal community. For video needed for a TV commercial, website posting, employee training, promotional DVDs, special presentations, coverage of live events/trade shows, or corporate videos, give us a call. If you are interested in something you do not see on our website, let us know and we’re ready to accommodate your needs!

Keep up with all the weekly

NEWS! Delivered every Wednesday over 35,000 homes and businesses for almost 32 years

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available. Vaccine titers and Drug Testing for individuals or corporations. Certified Drug Testing Center & CDC Designated Yellow Fever Provider. We perform oral HIV testing also. Mobile onsite clinics available for churches and corporations. We are now in network with Blue Cross & Blue Shield.

Water Softening and Purification Systems

RS Water Service 281-416-9353 www.rswaterservice.com info@rswaterservice.com R & S Water Service is a Full Service Licensed Water Treatment Company. We offer Cost-Effective and Long-Lasting Water Softeners. We are 30%-50% less expensive than other water softening companies and we offer the best customer service even after the sale! Sales, Service and Installation of Water Softeners, No Salt Conditioners, Reverse Osmosis Systems, Well Water Systems, Ambassador II Chem-Free Iron Filter Systems and Chloramine Removal Systems. We also can test and repair Back Flow devices. For other services or any questions please contact us. 281-416-9353 or info@rswaterservice.com. **List with the BBB. **Licensed members of the TWQA Texas Water Quality Association.

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FOOD, DRINK, ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE WHERE TO EAT NOW - The following is a list of exceptional restaurants throughout Fort Bend County & Katy Area. Prices reflect the average cost of a three-course dinner for one person, excluding drinks, tax and tip. $$$$=Very Expensive ($60 & Up). $$$=Expensive ($40-$60). $$=Moderate ($20-$40). $=Inexpensive (Under $20) . FB=Full Bar. WB=Serves Wine & Beer.

Cafe India Come enjoy the best Indian food in Fort Bend County!

Sultan Momin is not only the friendly owner but also one of the experienced chefs in this quiet, very clean family-owned restaurant. Cafe India offers an excellent, fresh lunch buffet selection from 11:00-2:45 every day (except closed on Tuesday).

From Monday-Thursday, come in and have an a-la-carte dinner and then enjoy a free dessert!

Cafe India has not only received excellent reviews but is affordable and specializes in catering for any event. There is no better Tandoori Chicken, flavorable vegetable samosas, lamb dishes or biryani in town! Cafe India offers an excellent meal selection for two or four people. Cafe India is also open for dinner Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 5:00-9:30 p.m., and then on Friday and Saturday from 5:00-10:00 p.m. Affordable, fresh, authentic Indian food while also offering wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere.

Cafe India is located at 2319 Williams Trace, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Call 281-565-5881 or visit www.cafe-india-restaurant.com. $ • WB Duranni’s Tandoor n Grill “Service with a Smile” Indian, Pakistani, and Meditarranean Cuisine.

Finest Desi Restaurant with great ambiance.

Elegant Banquet Hall seats up to 150 guests.

12 ft. screen and video screen. State of the art surround sound system. Light musical evening in the banquet hall (Free event for almost Friday evenings) Free Wi-Fi nice patio. Party trays orders to go. Open 7 days a week. Lunch buffet Mon. Fri. 11: 30-3:30 p.m. Weekend Brunch Saturdays and Sundays. 11:30- 3:30 p.m., Mon. to Wed. 11:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. Thursday to Sunday

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11:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m., 10581 South Highway 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77498 (at the corner of South Highwy 6 and West Belfort). $$ Hoggs n’ Chicks At Hoggs & Chicks, we have a casual atmosphere for everyone’s dining pleasure. We serve a delicious and original French/Southern influenced cuisine that satisfies those with ‘Small Bites’ to those with a Larger Appetite. As we like to say; “Southern Fried with a French Twist” – Frédéric Perrier (chef)!

Hours Monday-Thursday 11:00am – 8:30pm, Friday 11:00am – 9:00pm, Saturday 10:30am – 9:00pm, Sunday 10:30am – 8:00pm. Saturday and Sunday Brunch 10:30 – 2:00pm. We now have Shakes, Smoothies, and Frozen Lemonades. 8817 Highway 6, Suite 900, Missouri City, Texas 77459.

281-778-4644. Visit us online at www.hoggsnchicks. com. $$ Lenny’s Subs The creation of a truly great sub is no small feat.

At Lenny’s we pride ourselves on serving up Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks & the Deli Fresh Experience™. Lenny’s is the only place you can find meats and cheeses fresh, sliced to order, then piled high on fresh baked bread. Our Philly Cheesesteak is cooked to order and is served hot off the grill.

Lenny’s offers catering in the form of Boxed Lunches, Hot Catering, Party Platters and Desserts. Open 7 days a week, Monday - Saturday 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM 6:00 PM. Call 281-232-0589, Fax - 281 232 0563, visit us at 1135 Crabb River Rd, Suite 100, Richmond, TX 77469 or order online at Lennys.com. $ December 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

Las Haciendas Mexican Bar & Grill Santos Escobar and his brother Ascension Escobar serve up dozens of heaping traditional gourmet Mexican plates. Lunch Specials run weekdays from 11am - 3pm. Great margaritas, fajitas and much more. Catering available as well as a party room for private parties. • 12821 Southwest Freeway. 281-240-3060. $ • FB Regal Seafood Lounge “The Freshest Seafood “Hong Kong Cantonese. Open 7 Days a week, Sunday- Thursday 11: 00- 10:00 p.m., Friday- Saturday 11:a.m.-11:00 p.m. 12350 Southwest Freeway , Stafford, Tx. 77477. (Between W. Airport and S. Kirkwood) Phone 281-494-8888. $ $ continued, on page 44

Why Lenny’s ?

• Authentic Cheesesteaks • Premium Deli Meats sliced to Order • Plentiful Portions of Meat and Cheese • Chicken & Tuna Salad made from Scratch • Crowd Pleasing Catering and Party Platters • Signature Hot Pepper Relish • Fun Friendly Service • Bread & Cookies Baked Fresh Daily

Party Platters 281.232.0589

Let Lenny’s cater your next event or business meeting.

Choose from a large selection of Hot or Cold Subs, Beverages and Desserts all created fresh for you and delivered!

Order online at www.lennys.com

1135 Crabb River Rd., Suite 100 • Richmond, Texas 77469 • Fax 281-232-0563

THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD HONG KONG CANTONESE

Open 7 Days A Week Sunday - Thursday 11:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.

Friday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

12350 Southwest Freeway Stafford, Texas 77477

281-494-8888

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Supper 6 Buffet “Biggest Selection in town”with 10 Buffet tables. Chinese, American, Sushi, Hibachi Grill and Chocolate Fountains. Banquet and Party Room Available. Open 7 Days 11a.m.-10 p.m. Senior Citizen Discount. 5425 Hwy 6 South Suite A100, Missouri City, Tx. 77459 (Across from Kohl’s near Riverstone Blvd.) Phone 832-539-6633. $

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The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill, Where everybody knows your game.

• Sports theme restaurant rink side!

• Family friendly place • Hand Tossed Pizza, Fresh Burgers, Jumbo Wings and much more…

• Several LED TVs that show all the NFL & NHL games! Yes we have Direct TV! • Relax with your best friend on our Dog friendly patio and catch a game!

• Private Party Room available for Mixers,

Socials & Networking • Watch live hockey , figure skating or public skating while dining Current Hours Of Operation: Mon: 4:00 pm 10:00 pm, Tue - Wed: 4:00 pm - 1:00 am, Thu: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Fri: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 16227 Lexington Blvd. • Sugar Land, Texas 77479, 281-565-8795, www.lockerroomsugarland.com. $$ Center Stage Gallery & Events • Holiday Parties • Birthday Parties • Financial Seminars • Political Events • Sweet 16 • Bridal Showers • Baby Showers • Art Showcase • Networking Events • Family Celebrations and the list goes on...

Exceptional Rates- Unbelievable Value • Over 2500 square feet to meet your specific needs. • Beautifully decorated throughout the facility. • Showroom Ready. Many different options to choose. Center Stage Gallery & Events, 3527 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX. 77478, 281-299-4814, Email: info@CenterStage-Events.com, visit us at www.center-stageevents.com.

CENTER STAGE GALLERY EVENTS • Holiday Parties • Birthday Parties • Financial Seminars • Political Events • Sweet 16 • Bridal Showers

Say you saw us in The FORT BEND BUSINESS JOURNA and SAVE $50 OFFL any New Event Booking.

• Baby Showers Exp. 01/31/15 • Art Showcase • Networking Events • Family Celebrations and the list goes on...

Exceptional Rates — Unbelievable Value • Over 2500 square feet to meet your specific needs.

• Beautifully decorated throughout the facility.

• Showroom Ready.

• Many different options to choose. Call 281.299.4814 info@Center-Stage-Events.com 3527 Highway 6 South • Sugar Land 44

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or unto us a child is born

May the Lord watch over you and bless you and your family as we celebrate the miracle of Christmas.

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