July 2010 - The Business Lifestyle Magazine Digital Edition by Fort Bend Business Journal

Fort Bend/Katy

Volume 28 • No. 7

THE BUSINESS LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

JULY 2010

Curtice Commercial Real Estate merges with Colliers International INSIDE STORIES

n Fort Bend’s Rising Stars - 40 Under 40 Top Entrepreneaur and Executives n How to Neutralize the IRS’s Power n Katy ISD Readies for more Students n County Receives National Association Award

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Sugar Land scores: Minor League baseball stadium preferred site selected By Elsa Maxey

ayor James Thompson said he wants to see an opening pitch thrown in 2012. That statement is an indication of the excitement about the up and coming Sugar Land Minor League Baseball activities, all part of the great national past time that will be based locally. A preferred stadium site recently announced by the city for the new minor league baseball is near the northeast corner of State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 90. This location is in part of the Imperial Redevelopment/Tract 3 site proposed by Johnson Development Corporation, Cherokee Sugar Land LP and the Texas General Land Office. According to the city, this preferred location for the stadium was made after careful consideration of four site options. Another possible location evaluated by city officials was at U.S. 59 and University Boulevard, where the city leases land from the University of Houston System at Sugar Land. Since the proposed baseball stadium is expected to spur commercial development near the stadium, city leaders indicated the consideration of several locations to maximize economic benefit. For the 7,000-7,500 seat stadium, a key consideration is that it be built on undeveloped land, “preserving the City’s existing neighborhoods from any direct impact from the project,” said City Manager Allen Bogard. “We remain committed to selecting a site that minimizes and/or eliminates any adverse impact to residents with respect to traffic, noise and safety. Protecting the quality of life for the residents of Sugar Land will be a critical consideration in determining the stadium site,” he said in a communication from the city. Negotiations were announced in February between Sugar Land and Opening Day Partners (OPD), LLC, a ballpark developer in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mayor Thompson and city council members also toured three of the most recent ballparks built by its new partner, OPD to help better

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define the scope of Sugar Land’s baseball stadium. They saw Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster, Pa., Sovereign Bank Stadium in York, Pa. and Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Md. So, when it came time to execute the public-private partnership with ODP proposed in Sugar Land’s Cultural/Entertainment District, the elected officials had solid ideas of what they wanted. As the agreement was announced, those eager to hear the outcome found that Sugar Land’s new baseball team will be playing in the Atlantic League and will take to the field in April 2012. The Atlantic League, independent baseball’s highest level, plays a full season of 140 games and most players have MLB or Triple-A experience. Sugar Land, according to reports, will be the first club of a planned western division of the Atlantic League. The city’s approved Letter of Intent identifies OPD as the owner of an Atlantic League expansion team committed to play long term in Sugar Land with a 20-year lease and a renewal option for an additional 10 years Major League Hall of Famer and OPD partner Brooks Robinson said ““Sugar Land is a great spot. This ballpark is going to

be the best.” He was in Sugar Land for the historic May 18th signing of the city’s agreement to bring professional minor league baseball to Sugar Land. Having designed, constructed and operated 14 ball parks since 1982, ODP has more than 27 years of experience in developing multi-use minor league ballparks and successfully owning and/or operating minor league teams of all classifications. continued on page 31

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Sugar Land City Council approved a historic agreement with Opening Day Partners, LLC to bring minor league baseball to Sugar Land. Pictured (l-r) are ODP President Jon Danos, ODP Vice Chairman Hugh Schindel, ODP Partner Brooks Robinson and ODP Chairman Peter Kirk.

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40 UNDER 40 - Fort Bend’s Entrepreneurs & Executives. ............

EDITOR ...........................................Sharon Wallingford ADVERTISING DIRECTOR ....................... Dean West

Inside Stories

MARKETING CONSULTANTS................ Dottie Childs

Medicare Payment Board Needs Fixing..................................................................................11

........................................................Ann Sturrock

Smooth Traffic Ahead? Bridges and Tolls...............................................................................12

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

A Wallace Bajjali Project: Hampton Pointe Manor Come to Missouri City....................13

SPECIALIST.........................................Becky Hall

Fort Bend County Non-profits Continue to Prosper.............................................................25

COLUMNISTS...............................Alan Sandersen

Indian Sitecom Filmed in Sienna Plantation...........................................................................26

...........................................................Linda Starr

County Receives 2010 National Association of Counties Award.....................................28

..................................................Tim Stubenrouch

Fort Bend County Fosters Educational Rewards..................................................................30

CONTRIBUTORS . .......................Wayne Chandler

Fort Bend Flood Management Association Sponsors Flood Risk Reduction Event.........32

............................................................ Peter Pitts

Katy ISD Gets Ready For More Students................................................................................60 Linda Starr

Monthly Columns Tim Stubenrouch Money Talks

Discusses Keep Your Banking Safe................... 6

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.......................................................... Elsa Maxey .............................................................Dori Wind ART DIRECTOR.................................Joey Belleza GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB.............Carlo Arcillas

Discusses The Value of Vacation........................ 8

Alan Sandersen Tax Smart

Discusses How To Neutralize The IRS's Power............................ 10

Monthly Departments Fort Bend Chamber Newsletter.......................................................................... 17-24 Newsworthy....................................................................................................... 34-35 Names in the News........................................................................................... 36-37 Data Beat........................................................................................................... 54-57 Service Directory............................................................................................... 58-59 Dining and Entertainment................................................................................. 61-64

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ON THE COVER Curtice Commercial Real Estate Merges with Colliers International, from (l-r) Kolbe Curtice, Managing Director - Fort Bend, J. Patrick Duffy - President of Colliers Houston and Charles Herder - Colliers Co-Chairman

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Editor’s Preview by Sharon Wallingford

It’s Hot, Texas Hot! The Editorial Advisory Board Jacqueline Baly Chaumette President and CEO Baly Projects, LLC

It’s hot! Texas hot! It’s a hot time to sell, compete, buy, grill, celebrate, and enjoy the summer with friends and family. Join our communities in celebrating the Fourth of July. The national holiday arrives on a Sunday this year. Many of our local cities are preparing for a fun time with fireworks, food, lots of activities for all ages, and entertainment. Be proud Americans

Louis Garvin President and CEO Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce

and honor your country. This month the magazine arrives packed full of information. Our cover story

Dee Koch Grant Officer The George Foundation

provides the details of the recent merger of Curtice Commercial Real Estate with Colliers International. The global scope of Colliers International will attune Fort Bend county businesses to the future of global marketplaces.

Becky Munnell President and CEO Blue Jungle Marketing

Make yourself aware of who’s doing what in Fort Bend by reading about all of our up and coming “Rising Stars” throughout the county as we complete a tally of the Top 40 Under 40 of the leading entrepreneurs and executives. It all begins on page 40.

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

Still our many other articles will hopefully bring insight into new transportation projects, the planning ahead for seniors , growth of our school districts, and the many

Tim Stubenrouch President First Community Bank

national awards our county has been receiving. At the same time learn how to market yourself and your business, neutralize your power, and keep your banking safe. And if you are blocking off weekends and days to be by yourself or with family and friends,

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you might want to master all the reasons why vacations provide value. Beware of what’s coming. The month of August places the spotlight on Fort Bend Women in Business, education and careers, and women’s health. Fort Bend’s issue

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on Men in Business arrives in September along with banking and finance, and men’s health issues.

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Money Talks by Tim Stubenrouch / First Community Bank

Keep Your Banking Safe Safety and banking – two things that we want to go together, whether we are thinking of our personal or business banking relationships. This column is dedicated to things you can do to be sure that your banking is as safe as it can be. You can take steps to protect your bank accounts. First and most important, never ever give your account number and routing number to anyone you do not know. If you are doing business with a company that is new to you, give out your information only if you have initiated the transaction. There are scams that involve a telephone call or e-mail purporting to be someone that they are not, such as your bank. They ask you to provide your account information, debit card number, or other personal information then withdraw money from your account by an electronic transfer or draft on your account. Other scams involved “free trial offers” or

word that you have won a lottery. You should know that your bank will never contact you asking you to provide your account number and routing number – they already have that information. Review your monthly statement when you receive it to make sure that all the checks and withdrawals are ones that you authorized. This is a great reason to have online banking, because you can easily review your account more frequently. If you see anything that you cannot identify, notify your bank immediately. The sooner you notify your bank, the more quickly they can resolve the problem. As the use of online banking increases, so do the scams. Safety and online banking involve some things you can do to protect yourself. Whether you are looking at a traditional bank that offers online banking or an online bank with no “bricks and mortar” offices, make sure that the online

bank is legitimate. Read the “About Us” page, explore any physical locations listed, and check bank’s FDIC coverage. There are fraudulent websites that are designed to look like those of real banks, so be sure to access the correct link to your bank. We have consumer protection laws that cover your personal accounts. If you have a problem with a debit card transaction or electronic funds transfer you have rights under the Electronic Funds Transfer Act. More information on these protections is available from your local bank or the Federal Reserve Bank (www.federalreserve.gov/pubs). Tim Stubenrouch is a Columnist for the Fort Bend Business Journal and is with First Community Bank, N.A., President - Fort Bend, 13135 Dairy Ashford, Suite 250, Sugar Land, TX 77478. He can be reached at 281-2422262, fax: 281-242-1522, or email at stubenrouch@firstcommunitybank.net. H

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The Fossum Four… what a ‘mouthful’

hen 28-year old Brent Fossum crossed the stage as a doctor of dental surgery at the University of Texas Houston Dental Branch recently, he was presented his diploma by his three older brothers, all graduates from the same school. Brothers Richard, 41; Steve ,34, and Andy, 31, were all smiles as they ceremoniously congratulated Brent. Their parents, now retired in New Mexico, joined the happy, historic reunion. A search of the school’s records showed never before had four brothers become dentists. This Fossum Four celebration continues a family tradition which was started by three of their great-great grandfather and uncles , in 1898. That Fossum trio all attended the Chicago College of Dental Surgery, with the younger two brothers becoming dentists in 1901 and 1905. These early Fossums had settled in South Dakota. Richard, the eldest of this latest foursome, said that the earlier Fossum dentists had nothing to do with his decision to enter the field. “One of my high school baseball coaches was an orthodontist and he inspired me to become a dentist. I think that my brothers saw how well I was doing in dentistry,” said Richard, “and I like to think that was probably good inspiration for them to become dentists also.” The four men said that they always had been close, and even after they separated as their careers developed, they stayed in close contact. Brother Steve said, “I believe that our parents had a lot to do with our bond. They always taught us to respect everyone, and that included siblings. It didn’t hurt that we all are very much alike in our interests and personalities.” The parents, Arlo and Vicki, moved to Albuquerque in 1995, and then to Richmond in western Fort Bend County in 2007. The road to dentistry is a long one. Richard was graduated from the University of Texas in 1991, and from the Houston dental branch in 1995 in the top of his class. He practiced in Austin, Belton and Temple, and now has expanded to another office in Copperas Cove. Steve has a BS degree in biology from UT in 2002, and got his DDS in 2006 in the top of his class. Steve has worked both with Richard and Andy, and now has his own office on Mason Road and the Grand Parkway. Andy also has a BS degree in biology from UT and his DDS in 2008. After working with both Richard and Steve, Andy now practices in Harker Heights. Brent received a BS degree from Texas Tech in 2005 and now is associating at Lifetime Dental Care with Dr. Garry Waldrop on Mason Road in Katy.

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COACHING TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY

Notes from the Coach by Linda Starr / Starr/CTC

The Value of Vacation It’s July, and time to start thinking about vacation; a getting away from it all. In revisiting the word “recreation” notice that it is about re-creating. Think of vacation as an opportunity to reboot to your entire system; a chance to purge your files and install system updates. Vacations allow you to view your world from outside your box. New fresh perspectives emerge when you step out side the forest. Use this opportunity to un-plug from the matrix and gain a new view of your entire life. USA at the Bottom - On average, US citizens take approximately 13 days per year; while in Japan 15 days is normal and 26 days are taken in the UK. Never mind

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How to neutralize the IRS’s power The IRS could be classified as one of the most powerful organizations in the U.S. Considering that that the IRS is solely responsible for collecting Federal taxes and imposing penalties for late, understated, or evasive filings, the IRS poses one of the largest financial threats to many individuals and business owners. To sum it up, the IRS has unique information resources, legal standing, and roles as a law enforcement agency. On top of that, the IRS also acts as a legislative-originating authority with a large amount of freedom to make mistakes without consequences (you don’t get to simply penalize the IRS for incorrect tax accusations). So what can we do to minimize the IRS’s over-inflated accumulation of power and protect ourselves from its potential for financial wrath? Unfortunately, if there were a concrete answer for that, the IRS wouldn’t be the intimidating and widely feared agency it is today.

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Medicare payment board needs fixing By Peter Pitts

hose who opposed the healthcare bill are currently debating whether “repeal and replace” should be the clarion call in the coming election. Regardless of how this debate turns out, those in favor of doing better should focus their immediate attention to identifying and fixing the most harmful parts of the legislation. The new Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) should be a top target. The bill that passed restructures the existing federal agency responsible for bringing down Medicare costs -- the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MPAC) -- and turns it into the IPAB. MPAC was a group of medical experts appointed by Congress that provided non-binding recommendations on ways to cut expenses and increase revenues in the Medicare program. The changes embodied in the IPAB are meant to make the agency more independent and to skirt the political hurdles that have stalled cost-control efforts in the past. Board members will now be appointed by the President. And the IPAB’s policy recommendation will automatically be instituted unless Congress overrides them. The goal of reigning in Medicare expenses is a worthy one. As is, the program’s costs are spiraling out of control: Medicare is projected to accumulate a $38 trillion budget shortfall over the next 75 years. But this version of the IPAB will likely prove ineffectual. For one, it doesn’t have any authority over the biggest cost-drivers in Medicare Medicare Part A, for instance, is so expensive its reserves will be empty by 2017, according to the Medicare Trustees. Part A covers inpatient hospitals stays. By 2035, the program’s revenues will only finance about half of promised benefits. Medicare Part B, which covers out-patient services, has similar cost problems. Administrators just raised Part B premiums on nearly a quarter of beneficiaries because expenses have gotten so high. And an analysis from the Congressional Research Service found that without substantial hikes in Part B premiums, the program’s finances are “at risk of exhaustion.” Yet the IPAB has no power over Part A or Part B. They’re both left to keep hemorrhaging money, soaking up taxpayer dollars and compromising the economy. Lawmakers need to push to expand the agency’s purview so it can address the real causes of Medicare’s ballooning costs. There’s also a risk that IPAB will be insensitive to the needs of Medicare patients. After all, board members are unelected appointees with an incredible amount of power. The IPAB is liable to enact costcutting measures that might sound good in the board room, but actually lead to worse health outcomes for Medicare patients and strap them with unbearable costs. Indeed, the IPAB can make drastic changes to Medicare plans, including raising premiums, cutting benefits, and restricting eligibility requirements. Technically, Congress can cancel any such changes by passing a joint resolution within a month of their proposal. But Congress is so fractured that it’s very unlikely there will be the political will for such a move. There need to be more substantive checks against the IPAB decisions. And seniors need to be guaranteed representation during the policymaking process.

If left unaltered, Medicare could literally bankrupt this country. This IPAB is a step in the right direction, but it needs improvement. By pushing for some simple, commonsense modifications to the IPAB, those in favor of doing better could substantially bring down healthcare costs and improve coverage for millions without compromising their principles. Peter J. Pitts is President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest and a former FDA Associate Commissioner.

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Smooth traffic ahead? Bridges and tolls By Wayne Chandler

rivers on the Grand Parkway from U.S. 59 to I-10 will be able to travel this 18.2 mile stretch without a traffic light or a stop sign within the next year or so, if Fort Bend County Commissioners can be assured that toll revenues would exceed debt service. Yep. Tolls, if you want the convenience of driving over eight proposed overpasses or bridges which are planned. That’s the message from David W. Gornet, executive director of the Grand Parkway Association, who gave report in June to the Houston-Galveston Area Council mobility sub-committee in the Katy Area

Chamber of Commerce board room. “The Fort Bend County action is not taking away the free road…if you want to drive along existing SH99,” Gornet said. “Our tax dollars paid for it and so it will remain free. What we are getting is an alternative of using the bridges over cross streets and avoid delays. Our tolls will pay for those bridges.” It’s estimated that the tolls, at about 25 cents per bridge, would add $2 – 2.50 to driving the entire Grand Parkway segment. The tolls will be E-Z Tag only, Gornet said. Overpasses are proposed at West Riverpark; New Territory; combined overpass for Sandhill,U.S. 90 and FM 1464; West Airport; Harlem; combined overpass

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for Mason and Morton; Bellaire and combined overpass for Westpark Tollway and FM 1093. With the portion of I-10 and Westpark Tollway already constructed, the remainder with the overpasses from Westpark Tollway to U.S. 59 is estimated to cost $143.3 million. This segment (Segment D), which has been open since 1994, has set an example for providing the mobility which the association has sought for the entire parkway. This mobility has enhanced the residential explosion for the entire area, Gornet said. Garnet reported that Harris County Toll Road Authority plans to build from I-10 to U.S. 290 and from SH 249 to IH 45 and the Hardy Tollroad by 2012. This segment will help accommodate traffic for the new Exxon Mobil campus which is expected to employ 10,000 persons at the Grand Parkway and Hary Toll Road. About 90 percent of the 185-mile round trip of the Grand Parkway eventually will be by tolls, Gornet said. The vast parkway system extends north of Spring and Porter, east to Mont Belvieu and east of Baytown, south to Alvin, and west to Sugar Land. The entire project is expected to cost $400 million, with much of it complete by 2015. “Montgomery County may have the piece from the Hardy Toll Road around to U.S. 59 N open by 2015 or 2016. Pieces around the south, U.S. 59S to IH45 and on the northeast, US 59N to IH10E will be later,” Gornet said. The Grand Parkway is to be the third traffic loop around the Greater Houston area, (after Beltway 8 and the 610 Loop) and is being funded by Texas Department of Transportation, Metro and five counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Chambers, Galveston and Brazoria. Gornet joined the association as assistant executive director in June 1999, and was promoted to director in March 2001.

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By Elsa Maxey

ampton Pointe Manor by Wallace Bajjali Development Partners, LP is underway and it is projected to start seeing a resident population living there in about a year. Located in Missouri City, this will be a “neighborhood” with a 75,000 sq. ft. facility on 21-acres nestled in a canopied tree, green area considered ideal as a community for seniors. David Wallace, chief executive officer, and Costa Bajjali, President of Wallace Bajjali Development Partners, credited their firm’s strong partnership with Missouri City and the corporate development’s vision for building in Missouri City. Wallace said that they are bringing an entirely new type of compassionate, quality senior housing to the community. This project will offer a completely unique ‘resident centered’ assisted living experience. It is part of what is called an assisted living and memory care community and Outer Marker Properties will be the operating partner. Needs of seniors transitioning through various stages of changes associated with aging will be addressed in this community. Residential options for seniors will include different levels of care and services. “What drives the market is a combination of an aging population and a good market for sons David Wallace and daughters of seniors, who will retire in same community,” said Wallace. The firm looked at data within a five mile radius. “Areas such as Quail Valley, Sugar Creek, all of First Colony, Lake Olympia, Brightwater, all of them, are in a 5-mile radius,” said Bajjali, “also you’ve got the sandwiched generation that takes care of their kids and aging parents, who live in Costa Bajjali Sienna and the Riverstone area.” Regarding the aging baby boomers, Wallace said the “demographics speak for themselves as it relates to population. Seniors want to continue to own and downsize.” Many of them entering their golden years are interested in housing offering the same quality of life, without the same level of responsibility.” Missouri City officials joined Wallace and Bajjali, John Donaldson and Jeramy Ragsdale, of Outer Marker Properties. The site, 3505 Murphy Road/FM 1092, will feature patio homes, assisted and independent living facilities and a memory care center on the landscaped acreage with shaded massive, mature trees. Portions of the property are planned for use by commercial businesses and medical clinics. “When the development is fully continued on page 16

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Fort Bend/Katy

COVER STORY

Curtice Commercial Real Estate merges with Colliers International

Curtice Commercial Real Estate has merged with Colliers International, a leading global real estate service organization with offices in the Houston Galleria area and now in Sugar Land. The Colliers group pictured here includes (l-r) Jim Pratt, Senior Vice President; Michael J. Taetz, Principal; Kolbe Curtice, Managing Director â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fort Bend; J. Patrick Duffy, President of Colliers Houston; Charles Herder, Co-Chairman; and Jason P. Dillee, Associate. For more info see www.colliers.com.

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ugar Land - Curtice Commercial Real Estate, a longstanding commercial real estate power player in Fort Bend County, is joining Colliers International. Kolbe Curtice, president of Curtice Commercial is looking forward to combining his team’s intimate knowledge of the Fort Bend market with the global coverage and resources of Colliers International. “Colliers International is a $2 billion dollar company with incredibly vast resources and knowledge that we’re able to leverage to the benefit of our clients locally and around the world,” Curtice states. “In continued discussions of collaborating with Colliers Houston throughout the past several years, our shared commitment to accelerating our clients’ success and bringing an entrepreneurial spirit to the ever-changing demands and requirements of today’s commercial real estate market, it became very evident that this will be a great alliance and further testament to our unwavering commitment in providing excellent service to our clients.” “Opening an office in Fort Bend County director of Founders Bank in Sugar Land. is a logical next step in our growth plans, and Curtice Commercial has completed over Kolbe Curtice’s team represents the best of the 250 transactions worth more than $90 milbest in Fort Bend. Curtice Commercial has lion in Fort Bend County. The majority of played a significant role in shaping the Sugar the firm’s business is tenant representation, Land and Fort Bend County market for over representing clients leasing space or purchas15 years,” said Patrick Duffy, president of ing commercial properties, and commercial Colliers Houston. brokerage, representing commercial propCharlie Herder, Co-Chairman of Colliers erty owners leasing or selling their property. in Houston has been active both professionThe firm currently represents approximately ally and personally in Fort Bend County for thirty office buildings, shopping centers and over 20 years. “Fort Bend is one of the fastest commercial development site owners in Fort growing markets in the United States. With Bend. The remainder of the firm’s business this addition, we will be able to service our consists of office and retail development and clients with requirements in the southwest consulting. Houston/Fort Bend submarkets better than continued on page 16 ever,” Herder states. “I am looking forward to working closely with Kolbe and his team in Fort Bend.” Curtice started Curtice Commercial Real Estate in 1995 and has been a driver in Fort Bend commercial real estate and an active member of the community, having served in leadership positions on several non-profit boards. He currently serves as Vice President of the Fred and Mabel Parks Youth Ranch, a homeless shelter and counseling center. Curtice is a past president of the Fort Bend Society of Commercial Realtors and served as the 2009 Greg Bancroft, M.D. (right) executes his lease contract Chairman of the Fort Bend for The Bancroft Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Chamber of Commerce. He Surgery with Kolbe Curtice. The practice will open in is also currently serving as a September in Founders Plaza in Sugar Land. July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

101 Parklane, a new 30,000 SF office building in Sugar Creek Centre that is being leased by Curtice Commercial, now Colliers International.

continued from page 16 Jim Pratt and Jason Dillee of Colliers International have joined the office in Fort Bend after relocating from the Colliers International office located at 1300 Post Oak Boulevard in Houston’s galleria area. Pratt, a 25-year veteran who focuses on office, medical, and industrial real estate, lives in Fort Bend County. “My clients and assignments are often national in scope, but it will be very nice to be working in such familiar territory,” Pratt stated. Dillee started his career in Fort Bend six years ago as an industrial property specialist and the majority of his experience has been in Southwest Houston and Fort Bend County as well. Pratt and Dillee are joining current Fort Bend brokers John Novak and Jason Scholtz. Novak joined Curtice Commercial six years ago and specializes in medical and office space sales and leasing. He is active in the Fort Bend civic and non-profit community, serving on several civic commissions and non-profit boards. Professionally, he served as the president of the Fort Bend Society of Commercial

Top Row: Jason Dillee (Associate), Liz LeDoux (Marketing Intern), Jim Pratt (Senior Vice President), Kolbe Curtice (Managing Director), Jason Scholtz (Associate) Bottom Row: Crissy Nolen (Marketing Specialist), Kellene Stokes (Project Coordinator) and John Novak (Vice President).

Realtors in 2009. Scholtz joined the firm last year after relocating from South Carolina and is already building an impressive list of brokerage and tenant representation clients. With the addition of Pratt and Dillee, the combined Curtice/Colliers Fort Bend office now has five brokers who will be focusing on office, industrial, retail and vacant land brokerage. Curtice will act as the managing director of the Fort Bend office. Curtice Commercial Real Estate will be transitioning over the next several months to Colliers International in the way of a name and brand shift, though the Sugar Land office will stay put as far as location is concerned. In total, Colliers now has over 45 expe-

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rienced agents in Houston active in office, industrial, retail, multi-family, investment and land brokerage. The company also has a strong property management capability with a current portfolio of over four million square feet. This expansion is part of a global strategy that Colliers is following to invest in and grow their platform while other companies within the industry are seemingly struggling to keep up with the continually revolving challenges today’s economy presents. Colliers International has increased their global coverage from 290 to over 480 offices, and has grown to over 15,000 professionals worldwide within the past two months alone. H

Upcoming Chamber Events

Commissioner Grady Prestage

Update on Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Monday, July 12, 2010 Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce 445 Commerce Green Blvd - Sugar Land 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Fort Bend Chamber Membership

The 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.

Welcome New Members 7 Days Doctor Clinic 7320 US 90 A, Suite 110 Sugar Land, TX 77498 281-277-0220 Physician Group Practice

AT&T / Sugar Land

2191 Texas Drive Sugar Land, TX 77479 281-565-9292 Wireless Communications

JE Dunn Construction

3500 South Gessner, Suite 200 Houston, TX 77063 713-353-6213 Construction Services

Limb Design

7941 Katy Freeway, #307 Katy, TX 77024 713-529-1117 Advertising Services

Sara Appliance & Electronics

16820 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land, TX 77479 281-277-1522 Appliances

TSO Missouri City

10330 Hwy 6 Suite E. Missouri City, TX 77459 281-431-1000 Optometrists

Autumn Leaves of Riverstone

Mitel

20313 S. University Blvd. Missouri City, TX 77459 888-662-8886 Retirement Community

1140 West Loop North Houston, TX 77055 713-844-0763 Information Technology Consulting

UT Physicans

Barmore Insurance Agency

Morton Buildings Inc.

Wellness Tech Nikken International

8511 S. Sam Houston Pkwy. E. 2nd Floor Houston, TX 77075 713-209-2800 Insurance Agencies

8840 FM 2920 Spring, TX 77379 281-374-0490 Builder

8810 Highway 6, Suite 100 Missouri City, TX 77459 713-486-1200 Health Care

5121 FM 762 Richmond, TX 77469 281-660-0262 Health & Wellness

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We Believe in You, Thanks for Believing in US! 1 Year Sugar Land Paint & Decor Ed Stone, 281-265-3125 The Solana at Cinco Ranch Patty Evens, 281-395-9600 Man’s Best Friend Kelly Frankie, 281-499-0700 2 Years U.S. Congressman Pete Olson Nathan Cook, 281-494-2690 4 Years Interiors by Decorating Den Richard Koonce, 713-541-3326 Perry Homes - Fort Bend Gary Liardon, 713-948-6645 6 Years The Bale Law Firm, PLLC Denise M. Bale, 281-295-6000 Money Management International David Juengel, 713-394-3400

Comcast Cable Houston Region Ray Purser, 713-895-2680 Workforce Solutions Lucinda Flores, 281-344-0279,ex211 The Enclave at Woodbridge Sallie Browne, 281-313-1900 Merrill Lynch Bart A. Reese, 281-490-1600 9 Years Silverado Senior Living Le Riggs, 281-277-1221

Milestone Member 10 Years KHOU TV

Miles Cathey, 713-284-8754 11 Years Pepperoni’s Jimmy Rackovan, 281-277-5555

16 Years Premier Wireless Lea Bogle, 281-575-8500 Mental Health America of Fort Bend County Theresa Kopnicky, 281-207-2480 24 Years Jones and Carter, Inc. Bobby Jones, 713-777-5337 27 Years K2 Realty, Inc. Melvin Knesek, 281-491-5880 Scanlin Sign Service, Inc. Ed Scanlin, 281-561-9924

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Rod Brace, 713-456-6912 Nalco Company Don Comer, 281-263-7300

Roberts Markel, P.C. Marc D. Markel, 713-840-1666

Medical Insights, Inc. Lucena DeVilla, RN, BSN, MS 713-774-6428

33 Years Fort Bend County Fair Association Travis Boeker, 281-342-6171

7 Years Burney Road M.U.D. Alexis Walker

A. Fuller Electric, Inc. Alton Fuller, 281-499-5333

Milestone Member 35 Years Fort Bend & Sugar Land Sun

Sugar Land Dialysis Marion Wilson, 281-240-5095

WJ Interests, LLC Jared Jameson, 281-634-9400

AUTOARCH Architects, LLC Michael M. Sabouni, 713-952-3366

Houston Community College Southwest-Missouri City Andrew Johnson, 281-835-5539

Broadstone New Territory Danielle Mitchel 281-340-5555

12 Years Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. Dale Conger, 713-462-3242

Berryhill Baja Grill Jeffery Brooks, 281-313-8226

Hamre’s Floor Covering Jamie Hamre, 281-494-9200

8 Years Cognitas Technologies, Inc. Alicia Marra 281-565-0265

Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Chris Siebenaler, 281-274-7000

Terry Diebler, 281-674-1378

Become A Member Today! For more information, Contact: Keri Schmidt - 281.491.0216, keri@fortbendcc.org

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LEADERSHIP F

“It all adds up. Year after year, Fort Bend Leadership Forum provides consistent return on investment for our participants, businesses and our community.”

Christopher Breaux Principal, Null-Lairison

“I thought I knew everything. This program took me outside my box. It connected me with the city and county division and leaders. In the ten months I learned so much more. The dynamics of my community and how to utilize them as resources. I know now how to give back effectively as I grow with it. Thank you Chamber of Commerce for putting it together.” Namita Asthana President,Verum Solutions “FBLF was an incredible learning experience in so many ways. Not only did we learn about County and City Services, Local, State and Federal Government, Cultural Differences, etc, but, more importantly, we learned about ourselves, our fellow classmates and our facilitators. Together, we laughed and learned and forged bonds within our group that will last a lifetime.... and THAT was/is the best part!”

Pam Puckett, PE

Costello, Inc.

“The FBCC Leadership Forum is one of the most outstanding programs in learning about our county and nation! I have come to understand why Fort Bend is so dynamic, and the level of diversity, intelligence, and overall balance it is offering its residents and employees! I will cherish the friends and fun The Leadership Forum provided!”

Zeenat K. Mitha

Mitha Law Firm, P.C.

“My experience attending Ft. Bend Leadership Forum provided the opportunity to meet a vibrant group of professionals from different industries who shared their experiences, contacts, and genuine interest in the advancement of Ft. Bend County. This was especially important for me, as a relative newcomer to the area. Over the past year, FBLF helped me forge valuable friendships and reinforced the fact that we all have room to grow.”

Chief Joel F. Fitzgerald, MBA

Missouri City Police Department

Contact David Crowl at 281.491.2497 or david@fortbendcc.org for more information.

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Fort Bend Leadership 2010 was a fantastic experience for me both personally and professionally. The knowledge that I acquired about our county was exceptional, all of the programs were presented in a “first class” manner, and I had the opportunity to experience places and things that I otherwise would not have been able to. Being a new comer to the county, I met and formulated friendships that will last a lifetime! I highly recommend this forum to professionals in Fort Bend.

Mary Nan Holley CEO, Sugar Land Surgical Hospital

“I have been so fortunate to have the benefit of a number of management and leadership classes through former employers, but the Fort Bend Chamber Leadership Forum was the most meaningful of all. The ability to see Ford Bend County from a different perspective provided such a foundation for understanding the inner workings of our community. Meeting and getting to know the people in my class was second to none for conducting business here. No program is more important than this one. This class is life-changing!” Brenda Bowman Executive Director, Literacy Council of Fort Bend County The Leadership Program allowed me to build relationships with a diverse group of people from many different sectors, all of whom shared a common interest in learning about and promoting our community.”

Matt Fielder City of Rosenberg, Economic Development Director

As a newcomer to Sugar Land, I was so grateful to find that the Fort Bend Chamber had a leadership program. Having participated in the Class of 2010, the program exceeded my expectations. Besides having a diverse class mix, the speakers were outstanding and I learned more about Fort Bend than anticipated. Now when I’m working on a project, I have a greater base of colleagues to access thanks to the camaraderie of my Leadership class! Karen Daly City of Sugar Land, Assistant City Manager I quickly realized upon my arrival at Fort Bend ISD that I was missing a key ingredient to success – personal and business relationships in the greater Fort Bend community and an understanding of the many programs in the area. Participation in the Leadership class allowed me to quickly gain an understanding of the Fort Bend community and to formulate relationships in the area which have helped me tremendously. I highly recommend participation in the Leadership Program to others in the community. Tracy Hoke Chief Financial Officer FBISD

Contact David Crowl at 281.491.2497 or david@fortbendcc.org for more information.

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Sugar Lakes Family Practice 1327 Lake Point Parkway, Suite 506 Sugar Land, TX 77478 281.565.2800

Sugar Lakes Family Practice hosted an open house to celebrate the opening of their expansion in Suite 400 in the Professional Building next door to St. Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital. Nora Cantu, MD, J. Mark Trippett, MD, Ann Heikkinen, MD and Anne Marie Ponce de Leon, MD will occupy this space and join John R. Vanderzyl, MD, John Pozzi, MD, Henry Mata, MD and Julie Baldwin, PA in the practice at 1327 Lake Pointe Parkway. Sugar Lakes Family Practice continues to focus on traditional family practice with emphasis on preventive medicine and wellness. They also offer services for acute illnesses and acute sports injuries. For the convenience of their patients they now offer Patient Web Portal, which enables patients to send messages to the nursing staff regarding medical questions, refill and referral requests. This portal allows access to lab results and immunization reports. The practice prides itself on taking the best care of their patients with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. They have proudly served the Sugar Land community for over 10 years and are excited for the future of the practice and their patients.

Liberty Mutual

2725 Town Center Blvd. North, Suite Q Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.494.2700

Liberty Mutual’s mission of “helping people live safer, more secure lives,” and their employees’ dedication to three clearly defined principles sets them apart from their competition. They behave with integrity. People build their lives on Liberty Mutual’s promises and trust them to keep them. They treat people with dignity and respect. Only by treating their customers, and each other, well, can they build strong, long-lasting relationships. They aspire to provide consistently superior products and services at competitive prices. It’s this shared commitment, to their mission and these principles that creates a culture of performance and growth. Since 1912, Liberty Mutual have committed themselves to providing broad, useful and competitively-priced insurance products and services to meet their customers ever-changing needs. Their delivery on this commitment is the reason They are now the 5th largest P&C insurance company in the United States, why they’ve earned an A.M. Best Co. ‘A’ (Excellent) rating, and why we have the breadth, depth and financial strength that you can always depend on - in the United States and around the world. Liberty Mutual is pleased to announce the opening of their Sugar Land location, 2725 Town Center Blvd North Suite Q Liberty Mutual offers a full line of insurance products for you and your entire family. Including auto, home and life, as well as personal liability. They welcome residents to visit them, and they look forward to assisting Fort Bend County residents in living safer, more secure lives.

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AT&T / Sugar Land 2191 Texas Drive Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.565.9292

AT&T OPENS UPDATED, STATE-OF-THE-ART RETAIL STORE IN SUGAR LAND AT&T recently announced that it expanded and relocated its retail store in Sugar Land. The updated store has moved from its previous location at 2591 Town Center Blvd. and can now be found at 2191 Texas Drive. The store features a new state-of-the-art, hands-on design to engage customers and provide a “try before you buy” service experience. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Upcoming Chamber Events

July 29, 2010 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Spine Center 16655 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land

Food by Methodist * Music by Brio Trio For more information, contact Ellen Bush, 281.491.0277 or ellen@fortbendcc.org

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Upcoming Chamber Events Fulshear • Meadows Place • Missouri City Richmond • Rosenberg • Stafford • Sugar Land present

Innovative

INFRASTRUCTURE

Connecting the Economic and Societal Demands of the Twenty-First Century

with support from Sprint Waste Services - AECOM - Traffic Engineers with support from Sprint Waste Services, AECOM Rice & Gardner - Chiang, Patel & Yerby - Brown & Gay Engineers - Costello, Inc.

Dr. Stephen Klineberg, Professor of Sociology, Director of The Institute for Urban Research, Rice University Will present data on the ongoing economic and demographic transformations as well as changes in demographic patterns, attitudes and beliefs

Notable speakers discuss regional mobility, rail, subsidence, surface water, water re-use, and public policy

Friday, August 27, 2010 7:30am-1:00pm Safari Texas Ranch

11627 FM 1464 - Richmond A program of The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce For support opportunities, contact Ellen Bush ellen@fortbendcc.org 281-491-0277

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Fort Bend County nonprofits continue to prosper By Dori Wind

ven with the economic downturn, Fort Bend County nonprofits continue to prosper through the efforts of passionate workers and committed supporters. According to Dee Koch, Grant Officer for The George Foundation in Fort Bend County, the number of nonprofits in the county varies, but 3,000+ is a common number often stated to describe this sector. “Of those,” she said, “about 1,800 are said to be working nonprofits. I would further explain that many of the 1,800 are one-person organizations with budgets under $50,000.” Koch elaborated that “As a community, I think Fort Bend County should be so proud of its nonprofit sector. I have never seen a more passionate group making change happen for those with little resources.” To help nonprofits build capacity and funding resources, the Foundation sponsors a program - Leadership for Nonprofit Excellence – taught by Koch, which offers education for staffs and boards to gain skills in managing their groups. “It is very rewarding for the foundation to see the changes and the strength that the program has brought. Nonprofits tell me daily that they are using the educational programs to incorporate best practices for sustaining their organizations,” noted Koch. Two nonprofit programs the foundation has worked with to build capacity are Katy Christian Ministries and Child Advocates of Fort Bend. Katy Christian Ministries has served a small area of Fort Bend County for many years. In December, 2009 the George Foundation made it possible for KCM to expand and open a social service office, food pantry and donation center in Fulshear. According to Sandy Faucett, CEO of KCM, “The people of Fort Bend have been very generous with their support, however the more support we receive from area churches, businesses and individuals the more people we are able to serve. We have several churches that support KCM financially and also with volunteers. Volunteers are very vital to the ministry.” KCM is also the beneficiary of food drives which help keep the pantry stocked. The donation center is a place where people can bring their gently used clothing, household items, and furniture, or KCM also offers donation pick-ups. For more information on KCM visit the website at www.ktcm.org or call 281391-5261. Child Advocates of Fort Bend continues to grow as the population grows and as the econ-

omy worsens. Ruthanne Mefford, executive director, explained that the nonprofit served 1,312 children last year which was an increase of 30% over the prior year. “So far this year, the upward trend is continuing with an additional 29% increase in kids in 2010,” she said. “We serve children who have experienced different types of abuse, which is relevant in making a correlation with a worsening economy.” Mefford also observed, “Over the past year, we have seen a sharp increase in the number of children who are witnesses to violent crimes including children who have seen parents and family members murdered or been kidnapped and threatened at gunpoint. Our staff of professional social workers, licensed therapists, court advocates, and family resource specialists work with the children and their families to “heal the hurt” of abuse and connect them with resources (financial, social, etc.) so they can rebuild their lives and provide for their families.” To volunteer with Child Advocates, visit the website at www.cafb.org or call 281-3445103 for more information. If the economy continues in its present mode, Koch stated that her peers are telling her that within two years the nonprofit field will see many mergers and joint programs. “Some nonprofits are in a good place and have the wiggle room to make it through tough times,” she said. “This takes great board and staff leadership. Other nonprofits, especially those that are newer to the field have had a much harder go at building sustainability. Most funders in the down economy will look to those organizations best situated to the serve the community.” On any given weekend in the county, a resident can become involved in a walk, run, bicycle or motorcycle ride, dog parade, spaghetti or other dinner, gala, fiesta or other party to raise funds for a good cause. Within the county, nonprofits support every type of community endeavor, from promoting music and theatre, to governmental services, to educational needs and literacy, to museums and parks, to healthcare, mental healthcare and fitness, to building affordable housing, to providing for abused children and abandoned animals. There are also groups that feed the hungry, assist the elderly and reintegrate veterans returning from the wars. These nonprofits are created and supported by religious organizations, foundations, individuals, organized groups, service clubs, and professional entities. All of them can use more monetary support and physical volunteer help. Koch commented, “As funders, whether you are an individual,

corporation or foundation, we need to look within to see what other skills we can offer our nonprofits as they continue to operate through this down economy. The nonprofits often do not know what you might be able to offer as inkind services and/or skills building or capacity building for their organizations.” With more than 3,000 opportunities to become involved, it seems that all residents who want to be involved can certainly find their calling. While most people recognize the larger charities such as the YMCA, the SPCA, United Way, the NAACP, the Literacy Council, March of Dimes, the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Habitat For Humanity, the Chambers of Commerce and Catholic Charities, Fort Bend is home to some unique smaller groups such as the CinderellaCinderfella Project that provides prom dresses, tuxedos, accessories, and other items to young men and women so they can attend and enjoy their high school proms. We also have the Brazos River Preservation Society, Daughters of the British Empire, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the Fort Bend Genealogical Society, the Fort Bend County Historical Commission and the Sugar Land Heritage Society, all dedicated to their specific causes in the community. Koch congratulated these varied groups for their dedication and hard work, “My hat is off to everyone who continues to fund the nonprofit sector and to the nonprofit sector which continues to step forward to meet increased demands for services. I know by working together Fort Bend County will be a community that many look to as a model community of collaboration and success.” IRS Post Card Filing for Small Nonprofits Since Fort Bend County is home to numerous small nonprofits, it is important that these groups be aware of the federal reporting requirements for small nonprofits. Local attorney and CPA, Robert Rolnick explained that nonprofits, whose annual gross receipts are normally$25,000 or less may be required to electronically submit Form 990-N, also known as the e-Postcard, unless they choose to file a complete Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. A nonprofit that fails to file these documents for three consecutive years will automatically lose its tax exempt status. “Consult your organizations’ tax advisor or attorney for more information on this requirement,” cautioned Rolnick.

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Indian sitcom filmed in Sienna Plantation To be aired over 8,000 miles away in Dubai

everal custom, model homes in Sienna Plantation are featured in an Indian sitcom that will be aired in Dubai, about 8,000 miles from here. The homes, designed by Fairmont Homes and Huntington Homes, were used in June and are the setting of Teri Meri Dosti, a video production similar to the American Friends series. Both shows have a young cast handling conflicts that arise from their interpersonal relationships. “This was a first for Sienna Plantation,” said Susie Goff, Marketing Director of the award winning master planned community, about the on location filming of the international TV show. “We are thrilled that Teri Meri Dosti’s producers felt that our community was a perfect fit for their show, as well as the opportunity to showcase what Sienna Plantation has to offer to an international audience.” The producers choose to film in Sienna Plantation because the Sienna community portrayed what they called the “high end vision” of the sitcom integral to their show’s theme. They also intended to show lavish locations to business tycoons and investors overseas to familiarize them with the opportunities of this geographic area that

included Sienna as one of those prestigious locations, according to a news release. Should you hear of Imran Abbas, he’s a wellknown popular actor and model in Pakistan, the

one in the lead role in Teri Meri Doasti. It can be said that he brought Bollywood to Sienna Plantation and now, Sienna Plantation is a part of Bollywood.

The entire cast and crew of the Indian sitcom including Teri Meri Dosti, center, on location at Sienna Plantation in Missouri City.

5 new retailers open in Sugar Land Town Square

ecently opened retailers announced in Sugar Land Town Square include: AT&T on 2191 Texas Drive features the latest, hands-on designs providing customers with a “try before you buy” service experience. Shogi Hibachi Express, 15977 City Walk is a Japanese restaurant owned by Taisho, Shogi. It features a 40 vegetable buffet, including organic veggies and 20 kinds of meat. Guests get to create their own dishes that are prepared by a chef.

Fred Astaire Dance Studio, 2140 Lone Star Drive, has a new studio that specializes in the instruction of ballroom dance and sells ballroom dancewear, footwear and other dance-related items. Albert Luiz Salon & Spa, 2181 Texas Drive, recently moved to a 13,000 square foot location in Town Square and expanded salon & spa services which include a medical spa and a make-up studio. The new location is across the street from the original Town Square site. Awakened Yoga, 2230 Lone Star Drive, has a studio that offers daily yoga classes in

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vinyasa yoga, ashtanga yoga, traditional hatha yoga, and kid’s yoga. A boutique is also available with high-end yoga apparel, yoga gear, natural body products, and inspirational gifts. Planned Community Developers also recently announced that this summer more businesses will be moving to the Sugar Land Town Center. They include Twenty-Two Fifty Interiors & Gifts, an interior design studio and retail boutique; Aventography, a studio equipped for photography and commercial video and Rouxpour a New Orleans-style restaurant and bar.

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July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

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County receives 2010 National Association of Counties award

ort Bend County has been awarded the 2010 Achievement Award for its Flood Map Modernization Project by the National Association of Counties. The Annual Achievement Award was earned in accordance with the national organization’s program that recognizes innovative county government programs which began in 1970. It includes categories such as arts and historic preservation, community and economic development, jails-corrections, county administration, and numerous others. Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert was notified that Fort Bend County would receive the award for initiating the replacement of obsolete information with current, accurate data. It the announcement, the county said that new technologies effectively identified and managed county flood hazards aimed at the protection of lives and property. “The Fort Bend County Flood Map Modernization Project is worthy of an award based on its successful application of the concept of multi-jurisdictional cooperation to solve a complex problem that threatened the entire county,” said Hebert. Mark Vogler manager of the Fort Bend County Drainage District, said that its staff normally deals with hydraulic and hydrological engineering and their role in flood plain mapping effort seemed logical. He said some of the technology and mapping issues required input from engineering consultants. “A technical committee, comprised of local engineers that are very experienced in flood plain mapping, was established to review and advise,” he said. The engineers on the committee represented levee districts, cities and municipal utility districts within the county, and others that did not have those affiliations, but experience in flood plain modeling and remapping along with FEMA Region VI staff that advised the county, explained Vogler. Major obstacles were handled by county and levee district attorneys, he said, but “the county judge was our ‘ace in the hole.’”

Drainage District Manager Mark Vogler and Judge Bob Hebert.

Judge Hebert reportedly made several trips to the FEMA Region VI office, and a few trips to Washington D.C., pressing FEMA to work with Fort Bend County in delivering an accurate flood plain map. That the initial formal floodplain study was done in 1984 before it joined the National Flood Insurance Program in 1987. That mapping information, said the county, was based on questionable historic observations and limited factual data for arriving at a 100-year flood elevation. Subsequent revisions in 1992 and 1997 merely incorporated those that were made to the existing maps in the interim, and the county said that for the most part, they identified and incorporated new land development According to Fort Bend County, FEMA initiated a new project in 2004 and its preliminary findings were released in late 2006. The county contributed $1.1 million to the project and the City of Sugar Land added $200,000

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and doubled FEMA’s original budget. “As anticipated, the preliminary study showed that numerous levee districts and four utility districts in Fort Bend County would be required to increase the height of existing levee structures by varying amounts, and in a few cases construct new levees, in a very brief period of time in order to maintain their accreditation by FEMA under the National Flood Insurance Program,” states information from the county. Also, that much of its unprotected property along the Brazos River would fall within the new 100-year flood hazard zone, including many county facilities located in Richmond. Fort Bend County and 18 Levee Improvement Districts in the county fasttracked a cooperative program to elevate or extend levees to meet FEMA levee recertification requirements using the new flood-plain elevations prior to final adoption of the new flood maps.

This resulted in a multi-year mapping project that was substantially completed in 2009, when the preliminary revised maps were published. Most levee systems now meet FEMA standards under the preliminary revised maps, and all levee systems in the county are expected to meet those standards well ahead of final adoption of the preliminary maps. The county also states that overall, $34 million in construction cost savings were realized from cooperative partnerships established by levee districts addressing elevation levee system needs. “The successful project revised and substantially improved the county’s flood hazard maps and the required levee modifications were completed on time and with millions of dollars in cost savings for county tax-payers,” states Judge Hebert. Numerous governmental agencies were involved and worked together to improve flood maps and simultaneously achieved Levee Re-certification by FEMA. “Fort Bend County, as the lead local partner, was able to build and maintain a consensus for action and a positive working relationship with all the partners to successfully complete this vital project,” said Hebert. Vogler, who was key to this effort, says that a community such as Fort Bend County cannot continue to grow at a fast pace, unless the leaders are forward thinking. He acknowledged the support of the Commissioners Court. Essentially, he said, “the County could have accepted whatever map FEMA was willing to provide,” which would not have cost any money at the expense of the County budget; but, long term, map inaccuracies would have left properties worth billions at a higher risk of being adversely impacted by flood waters. “It’s been said that Fort Bend County has one of the most accurate flood plain maps in the country,” he said, “and this is because of the effort devoted by many within our community.” “No value can be placed on the fact that the citizens of Fort Bend County now possess state of the art flood hazard maps,” said Hebert.” That result is truly priceless.” Updated preliminary flood insurance rate maps may be accessed online on the county’s website at www.co.fort-bend.tx.us or by visiting the Drainage District Offices at 1004 Blume Road Rosenberg, TX 77471.

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July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

Fort Bend County fosters educational rewards By Dori Wind

inancial resources abound for students in the Fort Bend County area looking to attain a college or vocational degree. Fort Bend County prides itself on the fact that approximately 40% of its residents, according to the Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council, have college degrees. The county also has many small businesses that rely on specialized vocational training. To insure that the county continues to be an education and business leader in Texas and the nation, high school graduates, as well as adults retraining for a new career, have numerous opportunities to achieve their goals. This is the second in the series of articles examining educational opportunities in Fort Bend County. Texas is known for air conditioning and trucks. If suddenly on a 100 degree day your air conditioning went out, or as you are driving the hundreds of miles of Fort Bend/Houston freeways your truck quit, what would you do? Call a good air conditioning repair person or a reputable truck mechanic. Fort Bend Technical Center Trains Needed Experts at Texas State Technical College The Fort Bend Technical Center in Richmond, is busy training these needed specialists. The Center, located at 5333 FM1640, is an educational partnership between Texas State Technical College Waco and Wharton County Junior College. TSTC Waco provides the technical instruction, while WCJC provides academic instruction. The collaborative effort between the two schools means that students can register in one year certification programs, or combine academic classes with technical/vocational classes to receive a two year Associate of Applied Science Degree. After a year of technical training, TSTC can award a Certification to the student in one of its three programs - Diesel Equipment Technology, Mechanical Engineering & Machining Technology and Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology. Chuck Abshier, Technology Cluster

Individual student equipment areas at TSTC.

Director Chuck Abshier and Instructor Keith Klix work on student equipment at TSTC.

Instructor Gary Voelkel checks a piece of diesel equipment at TSTC.

Director for TSTC, indicated that there are presently 90 students in the three programs and that the school has an “85 to 90% job placement rate” upon graduation. Abshier proudly related the story of one TSTC graduate who learned to fix diesel trucks, started as a mechanic with Waste Management and subsequently rose to be an area manager in the company. He also explained that sometimes students with prior experience in a particular field can register for a program and receive

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credit for their prior knowledge. He cited the example of a young woman former Marine whose military training in preventive maintenance translated into course credit. When asked about the difference between a proprietary vocational school and TSTC, Abshier commented, “I believe tuition is much more reasonable for both a one year certificate of completion, or a 2 year degree. The Texas Board of Education is the governing body of the college and we are fully funded by the state.” Abshier also explained that the GI Bill will cover tuition costs at the college and that there is a special person to work individually with veterans. Federally funded Pell grants, which cover tuition are also available for students, he noted. The college is accredited through the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Completion. TSTC Waco, WCJC and the George Library have a unique partnership to make certain students have necessary library materials, including books, videos, and computer access. TSTC provides small classes, personal attention and hands on equipment for students to work on and learn their trade. For more information about the college and its programs visit www.tstc.edu. Wharton County Junior College Even before a student graduates from high school, he/she can begin to earn college credits at the Fort Bend Technical Center. Both TSTC and WCJC work with the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, the Needville Independent School District and other schools to allow students to earn dual credits for college or vocational certifications. Programs are structured so that high school students can attend classes on certain days at certain times that minimize interference with their high school curriculum. While most people understand a junior college offers an AA degree and then students pursue another 2-years at a 4-year college, Scott Glass, Director of the Richmond campus of WCJC, stated that “not all college programs are 4-year bound. WCJC also offers certification programs that can be

achieved in one year. These programs may include Emergency Medical Technician, Early Childhood Development, Cosmetology, Dental Hygiene and Welding.” “Students who desire to add academic classes to their schedule can do so, and the academic classes will transfer to any university,” Scott noted. Approximately 1,400 -1,500 students attend the Richmond campus of WCJC, but students can also take classes by distance education learning which includes the Internet, Interactive Television, or Video classes. Spring 2010 enrollments for the college included 217 students in the Certificate programs; 342 in the Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs; 833 in the Associate of Arts Degree; and 64 in the Associate of Arts in Teaching. Glass is a proponent of community colleges. “They provide a student with greater value for the cost, are less expensive, provide personal attention with smaller classes, and are in the community so students do not have to move and pay additional living expenses. They also provide a good experience for students to mature and prepare for the last two years if they do go on to a four year program.” To help pay for college expenses, financial aid is available in the form of grants,

scholarships, workstudy and loans. WCJC encourages students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. For more information about the many certifications, and two year degree programs offered by WCJC visit the website at www.wcjc.edu or visit the impressive campus at 5333 FM1640. WCJC and University of Houston Form Partnership in Sugar Land A partnership between the University of Houston System at Sugar Land (UHSSL) and Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) provides area students a quality education at a more affordable price. The partnership allows students to obtain a bachelor’s degree by attending their first two years at WCJC and their latter two years at UHSSL -- all in one location. Additionally, UH and WCJC have an agreement that all of the students course work transfers into the UH system, as long as they stay within the same major. “As college tuition continues to rise, it has become increasingly difficult for students to find the money to go to college, particularly in these challenging economic times,” said Richard Phillips, Associate Vice Chancellor, University of Houston System at Sugar Land

& Cinco Ranch. “This program gives students a break on tuition, but still ensures they receive a quality education.” According to collegeboard.com, similar programs at the University of Texas and Texas A&M University would cost a student at least double. According to figures on the report, students who attend the business school at the University of Texas for four years pay $35,720 for tuition and fees and it costs students approximately $32,704 to pay for classes at Texas A&M University for four years. Currently, using the same base year, students pay as little as $14,680 for all four years at the UHSSL campus. “Students are not the only ones who benefit from a quality education,” Phillips said. “Economic studies have shown that education has a direct impact on an area’s quality of life.” “From an economic development standpoint, education is a positive, highly-desirable quality for businesses and residents considering relocation,” said Tom Wilcox, chairman of the Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council’s marketing committee. “Fort Bend County remains at the top of its class when it comes to education and business leaders recognize this.”

Sugar Land Scores continued from page 1 Area residents are already feeling the excitement and enthusiasm for the many things to come from the endeavor. Robinson said, “the vibes I get are fantastic.” The city reports that a cost benefit analysis by Conventions, Sports & Leisure International shows that the annual benefits to the community will be $7.7 million or a return of $169 million over 30 years. It also estimates that the stadium has the potential of attracting more than 300,000 visitors annually. Tourism will impact hotel stays, restaurants and other retail activity, not to mention the impact it will have on increasing local sales taxes and hotel occupancy tax revenues in the local area and surrounding vicinities. Once the project is operational, reportedly, about 120 jobs will be created. Construction and funding of the professional minor league baseball stadium will be in accordance with Minor League Baseball’s Triple A standards, states the

city, with numerous family-oriented amenities—in Sugar Land. The project is estimated at $40 million, including $30 million for construction. Of that amount, Sugar Land’s share will be $25 million and ODP will contribute $5 million. The city will also spend $5 million for site and parking development and ODP’s share will be $5 million for project startup and team franchising. City officials says the project won’t increase the property tax rate and that it will be funded with hotel occupancy taxes, ticket and parking revenues and a portion of sales tax revenues designated for economic development. The company will soon open a sales and marketing office in Sugar Land. “We established a vision for a cultural entertainment district within our community over a decade ago,” said Mayor Thompson, “and we have worked tirelessly over the past several years to bring this plan closer to reality.” Sugar Land reports that the initial vision

for minor league baseball was developed by citizens serving on the Visioning Task Force. Funding was approved by voters in a proposition approved in November 2008. During the past year and a half, Sugar Land identified potential sites and worked toward finding a developer. The facility is anticipated to be a flexible multi-use design that can support college and high school baseball tournaments, concerts and serve for other uses. With construction slated to begin in March 2011, a team naming contest by OPD will begin soon with the winner to be awarded lifetime season tickets. Sugar Land Imperials, Sugar Land Gators or Sharks are among the buzz of potential names being tossed out. In the end, the Sugar Land minor league baseball stadium is expected to serve as a “regional draw,” and also as a community destination adding to the quality of life and many memories to come.

July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

Fort Bend Flood Management Association sponsors Flood Risk Reduction event 1st Annual Symposium features national experts and officials

he evolving Federal regulatory environment associated with flood risks, as well as emergency management challenges created by Hurricane Ike, played a major role in the recent creation of the Fort Bend Flood Management Association (FBMFA). Its members represent most Fort Bend County government agencies with flood management responsibilities. FBFMA sponsored its first annual “Flood Risk Reduction Symposium” in June, in Sugar Land with over 100 local officials and consultants in the audience. The main focus of the group is protecting Fort Bend residents from flood risks as well as providing effective emergency management resources when necessary. Among the event’s featured speakers were Peter Rabbon, Director, National Flood Risk Management Program of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), George Grugett, Executive Vice President of the Mississippi Valley Flood Control Association (MVFCA), and Susan Gilson, Executive Director of the National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies (NAFSMA). Elected officials also presented, including keynote speaker Congressman Pete Olson, State Senator Glenn Hegar, State Representative Charlie Howard, and Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert. They discussed issues such as pending regulations, the National Flood Insurance Program, and the need for coordinated activity by Fort Bend flood management entities to address future crises associated with hurricanes or other emergencies. Olson cautioned the audience about the potential impact to Fort Bend County residents of President Obama’s draft Executive Order 11988, which affects implementation of the National Flood Insurance Program. Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert

FBFMA conference speakers and members inspect Fort Bend flood control works. (l-r)Fred Hicks, Hicks-Ray Associates; Ron McCann, President of LID # 11 (Greatwood); Glen Gill, LID #2; André McDonald, President of FBFMA; George Grugett, Exec-VP, MVFCA; Richard Sherrill, First Colony LID; Ed Thomas, Michael Baker Inc.

addressed the influence of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), initially created years ago as a minor agency, now playing a far greater role in the operation of other federal agencies such as the EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Hebert said Levee Improvement District (LID) boards in Fort Bend County must ensure that they are proactively meeting and addressing the standards required by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA to avoid any non-compliance consequences that could cost residents millions of dollars in mandatory flood insurance premiums. He said, “. . . Levee Districts can no longer afford to be passive agencies. We must understand the issues, debate our options, establish consensus opinions, and, most importantly, let our elected official hear those opinions as they debate future flood plain or flood insur-

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ance legislation. . .” André McDonald, President of FBFMA, said, “The FBFMA membership consists of most of the local Fort Bend governmental agencies with the combined responsibility of protecting over 130,000 people and $10 billion of assessed property value from flooding. FBFMA recognized a need to create a higher level of awareness about what is happening at the federal level in regulations on flood management. The purpose of this program was to provide critical information and education to officials, consultants, and public sector policy makers who are tasked with flood management responsibilities.” McDonald indicated that FBFMA will continue to monitor all activity at both the federal and state level related to floodplain and flood risk issues and will also sponsor future events.

Missouri City extends invite to parks Summer is here and it’s prime-time for parks!

(l-r) Peter Rabbon, Director of Levee Safety for USACE, and Greg Frank, District Engineer for LID #2 inspect the levee at Lake Pointe.

issouri City’s pristine landscapes have many recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. The sunny skies are an invitation for people to play, to putt and to party at all of the City’s playgrounds. July kicks off Parks and Recreation Month across the country and this year’s national theme is Celebrate, Advocate, Recreate! Here’s a look at some upcoming events on our exciting community calendar: SUMMER CAMP M.A.J.E.S.T.I.C.: Young ladies ages 9 to 13 will learn important life lessons in this character development camp. The week-long camp will be held July 12 to July 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Community Center. Registration is $80 and the fee includes an official camp T-shirt, a tote bag, materials and snacks. Classes fill up fast so call 281-4038500 to save your spot!

(l-r) Susan Gilson, Exec. Dir. of NAFSMA and attorney Edward Thomas of Michael Baker.

(l-r) Greg Frank, Ed Thomas, Peter Rabbon and Susan Gilson discuss innovative approaches used in Fort Bend County for flood risk management.

Annual July 4th Celebration You’ll really “flip out” over the Show Me City’s 26th annual bash, starting at 7 p.m. at Buffalo Run Park. In addition to an amazing fireworks extravaganza reflected over the park’s lakes, the Flippenout Trampoline Show will feature a double dose of entertainment for the entire family. It’s a great chance to bring blankets and lawn chairs and have a picnic at the park. This year’s double trampoline show includes synchronized performances with snowboards and skis! And, it’s great entertainment for free! Parking is available at the nearby high school and at Lakeview Business Park. Vendors are still needed for the event; interested individuals can call 281403-8637 for more information. Sweet Treat for Seniors Ice cream—one of summer’s most popular sweet treats—will be the delicious center of attention at this yummy event. Residents 55 and older are invited to enjoy their favorite

flavors July 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Center. Bravo Health is sponsoring the social. SEPTEMBER Stay tuned for the start date of “Adult Slowpitch Softball” and “Adult Kickball.” Saturday, Sept. 18 KidFish Cast your lines and have some fishing fun at this annual event held at American Legion Park, 8 a.m. OCTOBER If you have a green thumb or if you like to volunteer, prepare for some tree plantings. More information will be coming soon. Missouri City boasts some of the region’s most beautiful parks, including the awardwinning Sprayground at Hunters Glen Park, Ridgeview Park, Community Park and Buffalo Run Park. A new state-of-theart playground is coming to Bicentennial Park, located at the corner of 5th and Adams Streets. The new “hybrid” equipment is designed to offer different forms of exercise, providing more opportunities for children to be active and develop upper body strength. For golf aficionados, the Quail Valley Golf Course is now allowing carts to drive in the roughs on El Dorado. However, Monday through Thursday will still remain “cart path” only.

Photo courtesy of Missouri City

Missouri City has many popular parks including the Community Park, right.

Photos by Brenda Perry

July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

NEWSWORTHY Fort Bend Corps continues energy efficiency program for county residents The Fort Bend CORPS is continuing to offer its energy efficiency program to help county residents lower their energy costs. The goal of the initiative is to provide comprehensive, whole-house repair and restoration to maximize electricity savings for low-income, elderly and disabled homeowners in the Fort Bend County area. Some of the home repairs include installing attic insulation, solar screens, compact fluorescent lamps, ENERGY STAR room air conditioners, ENERGY STAR ceiling fans and ENERGY STAR refrigerators. Other inspections and repairs include air duct efficiency and air infiltration. “We continue to help save money to Fort Bend residents and social service agencies that

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provide financial assistance while also helping the environment,” said Executive Director Ron Castillo. “With the summer expecting to reach unbearable temperatures and bills going higher and higher, people can really appreciate the value of this program.” The program came into existence via a grant in 2007 from CenterPoint Energy’s Agency in Action program. Available to homeowners year round, the grant provides money for energy efficiency improvements to maximize electricity savings. In addition to the energy efficiency program, the Fort Bend CORPS offers four other programs: Hearts & Hammers, Roofs Over Fort Bend, an Interior repair program and a neighborhood cleanup program.

Choice Energy Services secures record 180,000 megawatt hour contract with Fort Bend ISD Firms’ largest single load retail power contract secures up to two years of power for district, offers insight on renewable energy and efficiency initiatives Choice Energy Services Retail (CESR), a leading energy consulting and brokerage firm, has announced the company’s largest ever single load retail power contract, awarded in May to TXU Energy on behalf of the Fort Bend ISD. In addition to brokering the contract, CESR consulted with Fort Bend ISD throughout the RFP process and will continue to do so, assessing the district’s need to retrofit lighting for more efficient power use, examining use of renewable energy sources and serving as an educational resource for the district’s students. “Our work with Fort Bend ISD comes at a critical point for Choice Energy Services Retail as we refine our business model, expanding beyond just brokerage and power procurement services to offer complete energy management expertise,” said Kiki Dikmen, managing partner, CESR. “As the options for power get more complex and public expectations of responsible energy use

change, we find it is more valuable than ever for our customers to have a reliable source of information on this fast paced industry.” For the Fort Bend ISD, the contract secures district power rates for 12 months with the option to extend for an additional year, allowing for better budget planning for the rapidly expanding district. The contract, for 180,000 megawatt hours, was awarded in a live purchase done at market close on May 26th. The contract will start June 2011 and marks the first time Choice Energy Services Retail and TXU have worked together. “In an industry where contracts can be complicated, Choice Energy Services Retail was an exceptional partner,” said Ben Copeland, chief auxiliary services officer, Fort Bend ISD. “They ensured that the RFP process was transparent and completed in a timely manner and achieved a significant savings of $773,000 in our annual power expenditure.

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The Rock Place has donated a Military Rock as a tribute to all military branches in Fort Bend County. It has been installed at Precinct 4 building Fort Bend. The Rock Place is a business that makes rock art and designs fire pits, flagpoles, address stones and other rock art displays. For more information go to www.therockplace.net.

Commissioner James Patterson, Justice of Peace Jim Richard and Constable Troy Nehls were on hand for the donation istallation.

MD Anderson honors cancer survivors in Katy The MD Anderson Regional Care Center in Katy recently celebrated National Cancer Survivor’s Day, which is held annually in June in hundreds of communities worldwide to celebrate survivors and their caregivers. Nikesh Jasani, M.D., medical oncologist at MD Anderson Regional Care Center at Katy, left, pins an “Only One Me” survivorship button on MD Anderson patient Maria Inez Danino.

Dr. Nikesh Jasani and Maria Inez Danino.

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Sugar Land to celebrate 25th annual Red, White and Bluefest The atmosphere at Oyster Creek Park, 4033 State Highway 6 South, will come alive with vibrant fireworks at the City of Sugar Land’s 25th Annual Red, White and Bluefest, from 5-10 p.m., on Sunday, July 4. There will also be plenty of children’s activities, including rock walls, bounce houses, water slides, jugglers/unicyclists, walk-around historical characters, a stage featuring clowns and magic shows. Cultural performances will be provided by the Fort Bend Chinese American Association

and Hybrid Rhythms, a Bollywood-style dance group. The City will host the nine-piece, highenergy band Fried Ice Cream as a main stage performance. The named blends rich musical heritage of the Texas Gulf Coast with a unique performance style full of character and colorful flavor. The result is a dynamic sound and amazing visual artistry. The evening closes with a 15-minute spectacular fireworks show that will make the sky sparkle and come to life.

The University of Houston Fort Bend County Small Business Development Center to host Quick Books Workshop The University of Houston Fort Bend County Small Business Development Center will host QuickBooks Pro 2010 workshop in English, on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 part 1 and Wednesday, July 14, 2010 part 2. QuickBooks Pro 2010 is an easy to use tool that can simplify your business’s accounting system. This workshop is designed for the novice QuickBooks user. In this hands-on workshop, you will define general accounting terms used in bookkeeping, determine your method of bookkeeping; cash or accrual, set up a new company and manage accounts payables and receivables, discover how to invoice customers and set up a payroll system.

County Judge Bob Hebert inducted into Impact a Hero Hall of Fame

The class will be held at 9:00 a.m. in ENGLISH at the U of H Fort Bend County SBDC, 117 Lane Drive, Rosenberg, Texas. For more information, or to register for the event, contact UH Fort Bend County SBDC at 281.341.5027 (Rosenberg SBDC) or 281.499.9787 (Missouri City SBDC). For additional information about the University of Houston Small Business Development Center and its programs, visit the organization’s web site at www.sbdc. uh.edu The UH SBDC is a program of the C.T. Bauer College of Business and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The University of Houston is an EEO/AA institution.

FBCW’s Center drupal website event WebAid 2010 is coming to The Sugar Land Town Center on July 17th, and The Fort Bend County Women’s Center (FBCWC) is the beneficiary. WebAid 2010 is a charity event with professional services provided by the Houston Drupal Users Group (HDUG). The new website will be designed, developed and launched in one day, the day of the event. The public is invited to attend and watch as this team of high tech industry professionals create the site from start to finish in just one day. The public will have an

A shuttle service will be provided from Mercer Stadium, 16403 Lexington Blvd., to Oyster Creek Park from 4:30-11 p.m. If conditions permit, parking will also be available on the easement at Oyster Creek Park. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (281) 2752885 or visit www.sugarlandtx.gov.

opportunity to talk with these professionals to learn about their jobs, and employment opportunities in the industry. Come on by to learn how to develop a successful website for your organization and to learn more about the services of the Fort Bend Women’s Center. WebAid 2010 is sponsored by eMUNICATIONS.com, Inc. and is being held at Vineyard On The Square, 16135 City Walk, in The Sugar Land Town Center, Saturday, July 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Bob Hebert, a strong supporter of Impact Players, a 501(c) (3) organization, created to provide a simple mechanism for individuals and corporations to help provide emotional and financial support for our severely wounded /disabled War Veterans and their families was recognized at the 6th annual Impact a Hero Hall of Fame Gala Dinner held at the Sugar Land Marriott in June. The primary goal of the Impact A Hero Weekend was to bring a “Message of Appreciation” to our troops. The room was packed with local supporters of the organization. Many troops in attendance were emotionally and physically wounded from their time participating in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. All were honored at the event. Judge Hebert accepted the award and reaffirmed his strong support of the organization where the majority of its charitable contributions directly benefit the charity. He mentioned, “It’s easy to support an organization like Impact Players that aims to make life easier for the men and women who protect our freedom. This is an event that I look forward to and encourage others to attend every year.” Judge Bob Hebert and wife Pat

July 2010 • Fort Bend Business Journal

NAMES IN THE Texana Center awards announced Texana Center held it’s first Annual Reaching for the Stars Awards Ceremony at the Fort Bend Country Club on Tuesday, May 25th. Affairs with Flair provided wonderful refreshments for this great occasion. With over 90 in attendance, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as the winners were announced with a drum roll and the traditional opening of the envelope!

Congratulations to all of our winners!! Texana Center is extremely lucky to have this kind of support in our communities. Other awards given were Supported Employment Employee of the Year - Kathy Schultz, who works with Pizza Hut in Hempstead and Media Publication of the Year - Fort Bend Herald for articles published about Texana in the past year.

Major Supporter of Texana Center - The George Foundation; who gave Texana a $1.5 million challenge grant. Pictured L to R: Dianne Wilson, Texana Center Board of Trustees Chair and Bill Jameson, Dee Koch and John Null with The George Foundation.

Champion of Behavioral Healthcare of the Year - Judge Brady Elliott; who was instrumental in establishing the Mental Health Court in Fort Bend County; receives his award from Shena Timberlake, Director of Behavioral Healthcare Services at Texana Center

Dr. Olwen Herron and Dr. Kathryn LeRoy appointed examiners for 2010 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Dr. Olwen Herron and Dr. Kathryn LeRoy of Fort Bend Independent School District, have both been appointed by Dr. Patrick Gallagher, Director of the Commerce Department’s Dr. Olwen Herron National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), to the 2010 Board of Examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. The Award, created by public law in 1987, is the highest level of national recognition for performance excellence that a U.S. organization can receive. As Examiners, Herron and LeRoy are responsible for reviewing and evaluating

applications submitted for the Award. The board is composed of approximately 500 leading experts selected from industry, professional and trade organizations, education and health care Dr. Kathryn LeRoy organizations, and nonprofits (including government). Those selected meet the highest standards of qualification and peer recognition. All members of the board must take part in a preparation course based on the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence and the scoring and evaluation processes for the Baldrige Award.

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Supported Employment Employer of the Year - The Kroger Company, Rosenberg; who has employed individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities for the past 30 years. Pictured L to R are Jeff Roberson, Kroger District Manager; Richard Thompson, Director of Operations; Mike Childs, Rosenberg Store Manager of the Kroger Marketplace in Rosenberg. He has worked with our individuals for close to 15 years and Sue Abke, Texana Center Supported Employment.

Contract Work – Company of the Year - Safina Office Products, who have provided contracts for the Learning Centers for over 13 years. Pictured are Susan Lee, Safina and Pete Guerrero, Texana Center.

Volunteer of the Year - Dr. Suzanna Cruz, who has donated her time and energy to all the holiday activities, including serving foods, bringing treats, making photo portfolio’s for our individuals and taking photographs at nearly every event at the Learning Center at Sugar Land. Pictured with Dr. Cruz is Dianne Wilson (left), Texana Center Board of Trustees Chair.

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Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital names 2010 volunteer of the year Katy resident John Pulley has been named the 2010 Volunteer of the Year for Memorial Herman in Katy Hospital. “John’s passion for helping others and dedication to Memorial Hermann Katy made him the ideal candidate for this award,” said Brenda Kepner, Memorial Hermann Katy manager of volunteer services. “John has been serving the hospital for nine years and from day one, he has gone above and beyond the call of duty.” Memorial Hermann Katy staff and volunteers are responsible for nominating the Volunteer of the Year. Kepner and a randomly selected volunteer and staff member select the winner. To be nominated, an individual must meet the following criteria: • Active membership in the Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary. • Demonstrates remarkable concern for the welfare and happiness of hospital patients, staff and other customers of the hospital. • Performs extraordinary acts of kindness, thereby contributing to the customer service image of the hospital. • Has a positive effect on others. • Willingly performs duties, as request-

Brazos Bend State Park hires new park operations trainee Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital recently recognized outstanding volunteers. Back row, left to right: Volunteer of the Year John Pulley, Memorial Hermann Katy CEO Scott Barbe; front row, left to right: Nancy Grasshoff, Brenda Kepner and Avadele Short.

ed or identified. • Day-to-day performance is dependable, consistent and people-oriented. “John is always volunteering for special projects,” added Kepner. “It’s not uncommon to find him at the hospital after hours performing inventory of all hospital wheelchairs. One time he even took our Auxiliary wheelchairs home and cleaned them so they looked brand new.” Avadele Short and Nancy Grasshoff also were recognized for their outstanding service to the hospital. “Avadele is our last charter member. She has served the hospital nearly 30 years. On the flip side, Nancy has been with us for a year, but in her short time, she has done an outstanding job of starting a roving snack/ treat/book cart for our patients and their families,” said Kepner.

Dr. Amitabh Shukla named medical director— Methodist Sugar Land Stroke Center Amitabh Shukla, M.D., has been named Medical Director of the Methodist Sugar Land Stroke Center. Dr. Shukla is boardcertified in neurology, psychiatry, electrodiagnostic Dr. Amitabh Shukla medicine and sleep medicine. He was recently named a diplomat in vascular neurology, the only physician currently working in the Fort Bend area with this background. Dr. Shukla is leading the hospital’s efforts toward certification as a Primary Stroke

Center through the Joint Commission. Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is also participating in the “Get with the Guidelines” program through the American Stroke Association, which will allow the hospital to track its performance on key stroke indicators. “A major area of focus for the Center will be stroke prevention through education,” says Dr. Shukla. “The Center will provide community training and host awareness events to help improve area residents’ knowledge about the causes of stroke and how strokes can be prevented.”

Brazos Bend State Park has a new addition to the park management team. Ted Stevens has been selected as the new Park Operations Trainee. Stevens assumed his new Ted Stevens role in June 1. A native of Nacogdoches, he recently graduated from the University of North Texas with degrees in communications and management. Stevens began his experience with Texas Parks & Wildlife Department as an intern at Ray Roberts Lake State Park in north Texas. Most recently, Stevens served as a Park Ranger II in the Texas Outdoor Families program, introducing families to outdoor recreational activities throughout Texas’ state parks. This opportunity is precisely how I had hoped to begin my professional career with Texas Parks & Wildlife Department,” said Stevens. The Park Operations Trainee program of Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is designed to provide a holistic background in park management, including park administration, operations and management; natural & cultural resource management; facility, grounds and equipment maintenance, management and interpretation; fee collection, revenue control and accountability, marketing and promotional programming, and overall financial management practices and processes. Brazos Bend State Park is a 5,000-acre parcel of public land managed by Texas Parks & Wildlife Department to conserve natural and cultural resources, provide recreational and educational opportunities, and foster an understanding of the diversity of Texas’ lands and heritage for all generations. For more information about Brazos Bend State Park or this release, please contact Chris Bishop, (979) 553-5124, email – christopher.bishop@tpwd.state.tx.us, or join the park’s Facebook fan site.

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Who are the Jewels of Fort Bend?

Joyous, Extraordinary Women Enriching Lives

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In Texas Monthly Magazine, Claudia Bentahar’s main ambition is to be able to offer a program to each R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 was U Nawarded D E Ra 4Five 0 UStar: N Best D E inR Client 4 0 USatisfaction N D E R 4 0individual U N D or E business. R 4 0 UNow N Dafter ER 4 three 0 U short N D years E R The 4 0 Language U N D E R 4400 only R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Wealth U N DManagers E R 4 0inU2009 N DandE 2010. R 4 0She U offers N D perE R 4 0Factory U N has D Ea wide R 4 0variety U NofDstudents E R 4who 0 UareNalways D E Rpleased 40U N the D E R 4400 with R 4 0 U Claudia N D Vasquez E R 4 0 sonalized U N D advice E R 4with 0 Usophisticated N D E R 4solutions 0 U NtoDmeet E R 4 0diversity U N Dof courses, E R 4 0ranging U N from D Echildrens R 4 0 Uclasses N Dto Ecorporate R 4 0 packages. U N D E R 4400 Language a great to E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 both U Nindividual D E R 4or0corporation U N D Eneeds. R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U “INtruly D Ebelieve R 4 that 0 UThe ND E R 4 Factory 0 U Nis D E Rcontribution 40UND Claudia has been very active in the community and holds a political our community”, says Bentahar. “It is the connecting door to the world, R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 office in Stafford. She serves as Secretary/Treasurer for the Fort Bend and it starts right here in our neighborhood.” R 4 0 U Chamber, N D E RChairman 4 0 U NofDtheE Board R 4 0ofUtheNFort D EBend R 4Literacy 0 U NCouncil D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U and N Dis an E Ractive 4 0par U tic N pant D E on R the 4 0Finance U N DCommittee E R 4 0 for UN E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E Rick R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 theDBetter R 4 0 U Business N D E Bureau. R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 She graduated A&M R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Ufrom N Texas DER 4 0 University U N D Ewith R a4 BBA 0 UinNFinance. D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Rick U NPalD isE an R 4award-winning 0 U N D E entrepreneur. R 4 0 U N He D E R 4400 Having immigrated from Mexico, she became a United States citizen is the President of AirGenerate, a manufacturer and R 4 0 U inN2002. D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4distributor 0 U N Dof Epatented R 4 0 Uenergy N Dsaving E R 4devices. 0 U NThe D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4flagship 0 U Nproduct, D E R AirTap™, 40UND E R 4as0 the U Nmost D E R 4400 is rated E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N Elliot D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4energy-efficient 0 U N D Ewater R 4 heater. 0 U NIt recently D E R took 4 0 top U NhonD E R 4400 E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4ors0inUthe N hot D Ewater R 4contest 0 U Nat DtheE2009 R 4 DOE 0 U NSolar D E R 4400 Elliot Wood is the General Manager of Kona ER40UNDER40UN D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0RickUPalN D E R 4Decathlon. 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Grill in Sugar Land. He is an active member of the His recent professional accolades include Houston’s E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 community U N D E Rwith 4 0significant U N D Eroles R 4in0 various U N DorgaE R 4 0“40 U under N D 40” E Rand 4 0“Outstanding U N D E 50 R 4Asian 0 UAmericans N D E Rin Business.” 4 0 U N He D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 nizations U N D Eincluding R 4 0 UtheN Susan D E RG.4 Komen 0UND E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D Young has received several “Outstanding Entrepreneur” awards. He is an E R 4400 theDFort Chamber E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Professional’s U N D E RCouncil, 40UN E RBend 40U N D EofR 4 0active U Nparticipant D E R 4in0community U N D E affairs R 4 0and U politics N D Eand R 4serves 0 UonNcity D E R 4400 Commerce, the Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance and professional committees. He is a recent graduate of the Fort Bend E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Young Professional’s Division (Vice Chair), CFBCA Leadership Forum and Sugar Land 101. Rick was recognized for his Wood E R 4 0 U Elliot ND E R 4 0 Leadership U N D E R2010, 4 0 UtheN Fort DER 4 0 U N D E R 4 0ongoing U N Dleadership E R 4 0activities U N Dwhen E Rhe4 received 0 U N the D EMLK R 4Foundation’s 0 U N D E R 4400 Bend Professional’s E R 4 0 U Network N D E and R 4the 0U NBend D ESymphony R 4 0 U Advisory NDER 4 0 UHe N isDalso E aR 4 0“Keeping U N Dthe ER 4 0 Alive” UND E R He 4 0recently UND E Ras4a 0delegate UND Fort Council. Dream award. served to E R 4400 E R 4 0 U Board N D Member E R 4 0forUthe N Fort D EBend R 4 Family 0 U NYMCA. D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0theUAsia ND E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 21 Leaders Summit in Tokyo and TEDIndia. highR 4 0 U N In D his E Rspare 4 0time, U NElliot D Eenjoys R 4 running, 0 U N grilling, D E R live 4 0music, U N his D dog E R 4 0 UHe N isDthe E Rfounder 4 0 UofNEk-Disha D E R Non-Profit, 4 0 U N DInc. E that R 4 funds 0UN D E R 4400 Scooter and spending time with his daughter, Madison. Elliot attended impact humanitarian projects in India. He has also created, ‘Pal - Make R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied both Economics a Difference” endowment at his alma mater - The University of Texas at R 4 0 U and N DMathematics. E R 4 0 UMost N Drecently E R 4 Elliot 0 U was N Dnamed E R 42009 0 UCommittee N D E R 4 0Austin U N- D E R 4an0annual U N scholarship D E R 4 0toUstudents N D making E R 4 a0 difference U N D E R 4400 to award R 4 0 U Member N D E of R the 4 0Year U by N the D ECentral R 4 0Fort U Bend N D Chamber E R 4 0Alliance. U N D E R 4 0inUtheir ND E R 4 0 He UN E R member 40UN D E RUnion 4 0 Advisory U N D E R 4400 community. is aDboard of Texas R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Council, U N D Indo-American E R 4 0 U NChamber D E R 4of0 Commerce, U N D E RAsians 4 0 UAgainst N D E R 4400 theNIndo-American R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Domestic U N D Abuse, E R 4and 0U D E R 4 0 Forum. U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Bentahar R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R40UNDER40UN D E Bentahar R 4 0 Uopened N D Ethe R doors 4 0 UtoNher D lanE R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D Burgess, E R 4 0 UCPA N D E R 4400 Belinda R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 guage U N Dschool, E R 4The 0 ULanguage N D E Factory, R 4 0 UinNOctober D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 a result firm R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 2007. U N The D Eschool R 4 0launched U N Dimmediately E R 4 0 Uas N D EofR 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Before U N starting D E R his 4 0CPA UN D inE May R 4 2008, 0 U NScott D E R 4400 the dedication and extensive experience of its president spent a decade as an Accounting Executive in the real R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 and founder. In September 2009 she was featured estate industry. He had many great experiences over UN E Rpage 4 0ofUThe N DHouston E R 4 Chronicle 0 U N DasEanR 4 0 U N D E R 4the0 years, U N and D Elearned R 4 0a U D Ehow R 4and 0 how U Nnot D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 on theDfront lot N about E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 example U N Dfor E entrepreneurs R 4 0 U N defying D E Rthe 4 0downfall. U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4to 0run U aNsuccessful D E R 4business. 0 U N His D Efirm’s R 4 revenue 0 U N has D E R 4400 Belinda Bentahar a French E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U Belinda, NDER 4 0 Unative, N D holds E R 4a Masters 0 U N Degree D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4increased 0 U N175% D E Ryear4 0over U year. N DScott E R attributes 4 0 U Nthat D E R 4400 firmNplaces E R 4 0 U inNLinguistics. D E R 4 She 0 Uspent N Dmany E Ryears 4 0 traveling U N D the E Rworld 4 0 achieving U N D Eflu-R 4 0Scott U Burgess N D E R 4success 0 U to N the D Evalue R 4the 0U D E on R 4relationships. 0 U N D E R 4400 ency in five languages. “Relationships are the key to everything in business E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 “It should not only be the language that is of interest,” Bentahar and life. First and most importantly, our relationship with God. Next, E R 4 0 U observes. N D E “In R 4my0 opinion U N Dthe E ultimate R 4 0 UgoalNshould D E Rbe 4to0understand U N D EtheR 4 0ourU relationship N D E R with 40U D E and R 4finally, 0UN ER40U N my D E R 4400 ourNfamily, ourDrelationship with E R 4 0 U cultural N D Easpects R 4 0enough U N Dto Etruly R 4feel0 comfortable U N D E Rand4 confident 0 U N Dwhen E R 4 0employees, U N D Eclients, R 4 0peers, U Nand D associates. ER40U N D E R 4 0 U N D If you don’t have successful E R 4400 of aDregion.” E R 4 0 U meeting N D Ewith R 4people 0UN E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0healthy U N relationships, D E R 4 0 you U NwillDnever E R have 4 0 aUsuccessful N D Ehealthy R 4 0business.” U N D E R 4400 After having lived on four continents, Bentahar and her family are Scott holds a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from Texas E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U A&M N D E R 4400 proud to name Fort Bend as their final destination. “We do put a very University and an MBA in Management from The University of E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R Fort 4 0 Bend U N Business D E R 4Journal 0 U N• July D E2010 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 42 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400

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R 4He 0U D E Rnamed 4 0 UFort N Bend D E Chamber R40UNDER40UN E R 4 for 0 USpine, N D ESports R 4 and 0 U Rehabilitation NDER40UND Alliance’s Leader of the Year for 2009-2010. He is an active member of Excellence, a practice that specializes in U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N the D EcareR of 40UND First Colony Church of Christ in Sugar Land. He and his wife, Amber, patients who have Spine and Sports issues that want U N D Ehave R 4been 0 Umarried N D for E R134years 0 Uand N are D EtheRparents 4 0 UtoNtwoDchildren. ER40UNDER40UN D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 to be managed non surgically. He also serves as an 0 U N D UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UN D E RProfessor 4 0 U atNBaylor D E College R40U N D E Rand 40UND Assistant of Medicine as aDClinical UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND ER40UN E R 4Professor 0 U N atDthe E University R 4 0 U ofNTexas. 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BENNY

G. TRAVIS

BARBARA MAGANA

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N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N Christopher D E R 4 0isUa native N D Eof RBirmingham, 40UND E R 4 After 0 U graduating N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 UPatel N D E R 4400 Alabama. decided serve R 4 0 U from N DCameron E R 4 0University U N D he ER 4 0 Uto N D his E Rcountry 4 0 Uand N enlisted D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 in the Army. He states “much of my success today is attributed RE/MAX R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N Dto EtheR 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Minesh U N D Patel, E R 4co-owner 0 U N DofE R 4 0 U NFine D E R 4400 discipline and knowledge I learned in the Army.” Properties, has earned the recognition and respect as an R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4exceptional 0 U N Dentrepreneur E R 4 0 Uin N D E R 4 0 U N D Fort Bend County. With E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N DAguero, E R 4 0 Jr., U NDMA D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4a diverse 0 U Nbackground D E R 4 0that U extends N D Efrom R 4 institutional 0 U N D E R 4400 to D operations E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4trading 0UN E R 4 0and U technology N D E R 4management, 0 U N D E R 4400 third E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U Héctor N D EAgüero, R 4 0 Jr., U N31,DisEentering R 4 0 his UN D seaE R 4 0 U N D E R 4Minesh 0 U Nbrings D E tremendous R 4 0 U Nenergy D E to R 4his0company. U N D E R 4400 son as Music Director of the Fort Bend Symphony In less than 18 months, Minesh and his partners have Minesh Patel E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Orchestra. In just two short seasons he has elevated the overhauled, re-branded and turned it into the largest E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 musical U N Dexcellence E R 4 0ofUtheNorchestra D E Rand 4 0helped U Nincrease D E R 4 0RE/MAX U N D office E R in 4 Fort 0 U Bend N DCounty. E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 season UND E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4attended 0 U NClements D E R 4High 0 USchool N D E R 4400 ticket sales by 56 percent. A native of Sugar Land, Minesh E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U Understanding N D E R 4 0 the U Nconcentration D E R 4 0ofUfamilies N D EinR 4 0and U went N D on E Rto 4earn 0 UhisNBBA, D E with R 4 double 0 U Nmajors D E Rin4Finance 0 U Nand D E R 4400 Fort Bend County, Hector has fine-tuned programMIS from Houston Baptist University. After graduation he joined San E R 4 0 U Hector N DAguero E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 ming to include a heavy dose of pops music that Francisco-based Barclay’s Global Investors, the largest investment manE R 4 0 U isNboth D E family-friendly R 4 0 U N Dand E Rmusically-satisfying 4 0 U N D E Rto 4the 0 Uall-volunteer N D E R 4 0agement U N Dfirm ER 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 in the world. E R 4 0 U orchestra. N D E RA4native 0 U Nof DLaredo, E R 4Hector 0 U Nis Da Efirst-generation R 4 0 U N college D E R 4 0 U“ItNwas D aEvery R 4high-paced 0 U N Denvironment ER40U D E Rmuch 4 0 attention U N D E R 4400 andNrequired E R 4 0 U graduate. N D E He R 4holds 0 Ua N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 bachelor’s degree in music education and a master’s to detail,” says Minesh, who brings those same attributes to his projects. R 4 0 U degree N D in E orchestral R 4 0 U conducting N D E R from 4 0 Texas U N Tech D EUniversity. R 4 0 U InNMay, D EheR 4 0His U high N Denergy E R and 4 0 technical U N D savvy E R combined 4 0 U Nwith D EhisRpartners 4 0 U indusN D E R 4400 received his Doctorate of Musical Arts in Orchestral Conducting from try experience has created a melding of old school and new school for R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 the University of Houston Moore’s School of Music, where he was a the new market. His in-office persona combines approachability with R 4 0 U Schissler N D E Conducting R 4 0 U NFellow. D E Since R 4 2007, 0 U NHector D E has R 4served 0 U asNDirector D E R 4 0professionalism U N D E Rand 4 0competence U N D EtoRmake 4 0 him U NanDeffective E R 4leader. 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U ofNOrchestras D E R 4 at0 Houston U N D Independent E R 4 0 U School N D EDistrict’s R40U N School D E R 4 0 U“Ultimately, N D E R we 4 0want U NtoDmake E Rour 4 0agents’ U N jobs D Eeasier R 4 so0 that U Nthey D E R 4400 High R 4 0 U for N the D EPerforming R 4 0 Uand N Visual D E RArts. 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0can U better N D serve E R their 4 0 Uclients. N DWe E Rare4constantly 0 U N Dworking E R 4 to0 creatively U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N While D E Rworking 4 0 U on N his D master’s E R 4 0degree, U N he D was E Ra 4production 0 U N Dintern E R 4 0streamline U N D EourR operations 4 0 U N toD include E R 4 more 0 U Ntechnology D E R 4and 0 Uefficient N D E R 4400 for the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra. Previously, he was the band business practices. The real estate market in Fort Bend has changed and R 4 0 U director N D EatRBorden 4 0 UCounty N D School E R 4 in0 Gail, U NTexas. D EHector R 4 0isUa member N D EofR 4 0weUintend N D toEshow R 4 the 0 Ucommunity N D E Rthat 4 we 0 UareNadapting D E Rto4that 0U N D E R 4400 change.” R 4 0 U the N League D E Rof4American 0 U N DOrchestras, E R 4 0Conductors U N D E Guild R 4 0of U N D and E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 America R 4 0 U the N Texas D E RMusic 4 0 Educators U N D EAssociation. R 4 0 U He N DandE his R wife, 4 0 ULaura, N Dalong E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 daughter, R 4 0 U with N Dtheir E Rfour-year 4 0 U old ND E R 4Eva 0 UGrace, N Dreside E Rin4 Katy. 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U Hill N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Nicole is a graduate of University of Houston U N D E R 4 0 U N D EJr.R 4 0 U N D E R 4and0 has U Nreceived D E Rnumerous 4 0 U Nprofessional D E R 4 recognition 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0John E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4and0 U N Dincluding E R 4 0being U N named D E Rone 4 0ofUthe N 25 D E R 4400 awards E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U As N Dco-founder E R 4 0 and U Nco-owner D E R 4of0 ZK U NHomes, D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4most 0 Uinfluential N D E Rwomen 4 0 UinNHouston D E R by 4 0Rollingout U N D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 L.P U .NandD Zieben E R 4Kirksey 0 U NDevelopment D E R 4 0 Partners, U N D L.P E .,R 4 0 U N D E R 4Magazine 0 U N inD2006, E R voted 4 0 UTop NProfessional D E R 4 0onUtheNFast D E R 4400 John M. 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U N D EPrior R 4 to0 going U N into D Ebusiness R 4 0 with U Nher D husband, E R 4 0Cameron, U N D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U John ND E R 4 0 all U phases—from N D E R 4 0initial U Nland D Eacquisition R 4 0 UtoNworking D E R 4 0sheUowned N D aEcorporate R 4 0 Utraining N D business E R 4 which 0 U Noffered D E services R 4 0 toUvarious N D E R 4400 Kirksey with municipalities, addressing zoning issues, and industries. Today, Nicole has the great pleasure of assisting individuals E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 coordinating construction of community infrastructure. His efforts and families with their real estate needs. E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R Fort 4 0 Bend U N Business D E R 4Journal 0 U N• July D E2010 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 44 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400

E E E E E E E E E

WEBBER

MINESH

HECTOR

NICOLE

KIRKSEY,

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U N D EWomen’s R40U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 40UND Center, Fort Bend Cares, Texas Real Estate Political Action U N D ECommittee, R40UN E R 4 0 organizations U N D E Rthroughout 4 0 U N Fort D EBend R 4 and 0UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND andDnumerous U N D EHarris R 4 County. 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U NPedro DER40UNDER40UND U N D E RShe 4 0was U Nrecently D E Relected 4 0 Uto NtheD Child E R 4Advocates 0 U N Dof EFort R 4Bend 0UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND Board of Directors. As a child abuse survivor, she works hard to advoPedro Jimenez is a native of Puerto Rico. He UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND cate for Fort Bend’s abused children. 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NDER40UND He established the company with the U N D E R 4 0 U N Dobjective E R 4 of0 providing U N D expertise E R 4 0inUevery N Dphase E Rof 4trans0 U N D EHeRand 4 0hisUfamily N D have E R been 4 0 residents U N D in E Sugar R 4 0Land U NforDsixE years. R40UND U N D E R 4 0 U N Dportation E R 4 0engineering U N D EtoRpublic 4 0 Uagencies N D EandR private 4 0 U N He D Eand R his 4 0wife, UN D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R Stephanie, have two daughters, Katelyn and Cassidy.4 0 U N D responsibilities as aNdirector U N D E R 4 0 U N Dcompanies. E R 4 0 His UN D E R 4 0areU inNproject D E Rmanage4 0 U N D EHeRserves 40U D E Rfor4 the 0 UFort N Bend D E RChamber 4 0 U of N Commerce DER40UND ment, project development and company administraand his wife is involved in the Sugar Plum Market and Fort U N D ERick R Staigle 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D EBend’s R40UND tion. Rick is a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas. 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They are the parents of “With the challenges we all face from the current uneven economy, 0UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND two children, Brandon (12) and Jacob (10). Among his fatherhood I truly appreciate the ability to work with in the community where I live 0 U N D Eactivities, R40U N finds D E the R 4time 0 Uto Nserve D Eas R 0 U NScoutmaster D E R 4 0forU N and D Ebreathe, R 4 0 and U NtheDmany E R attributes 4 0 U NofDtheE SW R 4Houston/Fort 0 U N D E Bend R40UND Rick an 4Assistant 0 U N D ETroop R 4 731. 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N County D E R market.” 40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND began U N D E RHis 4 0civic U Nduties D EareR many. 4 0 URick ND E Rserving 4 0 UasNanDAlderman E R 4 0onU N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D City Council of Meadows Place in 2004. For three years prior U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E he R served 40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND on the Planning and Zoning Commission. He is on the Board of continues... UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U NJuly D 2010 E R •4Fort 0 UBend N DBusiness E R 4Journal 0UNDER40UND 45 UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND

JIMENEZ

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TRAVIS

RICK

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Austin in the 1820’s. The native son graduated with Plantation with her husband, Huy, and their two R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 aUbachelors N D E degree R 4 0inUKinesiology N D E R with 4 0 specialization U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4beautiful 0 U N daughters, D E R 4 Emma, 0 U N 7, D EandR Ellie, 4 0 U4.NSara D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 in U Sports N D EManagement R 4 0 U Nfrom D Texas E R 4A&M 0 U University N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4grew 0 UupNin D R 4Texas 0 U town N DofERockport-Fulton R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 theEsmall R 4 0 U Jess ND E R 4 0 in U 1994. N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Sara UNguyen N D E R 4and0 Ugraduated N D E Rcum 4 0laude U N from D E Rthe4 0University U N D E R 4400 Stuart JessDcompleted R40UNDER40UN E R 4 0anUinternship N D E Rat the 4 0Cypress U N DCreek E R 4 0 U N D E R 4of 0Houston U N D with E R 4a double 0 U N BBA D E in R 4Finance 0 U Nand D E R 4400 YMCA in Houston and has worked professionally for 18 years at the Management. R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 San Jacinto YMCA, Langham Creek YMCA, and now currently for the She worked as director of investment operations for an investment R 4 0 U T.W. N DDavis E R YMCA 4 0 U asNthe D executive E R 4 0director. U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0firm UN E R 4years 0 Ubefore N D deciding E R 4 0onU aNcareer D E inR real 4 0estate. UND forDseveral In E R 4400 R 4 0 U N “I D get ER 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D asked many times what makes success in the workplace and I 2004, she made the switch and has been blazing ever since including E R 4400 haveDbeen R 4 0 U always N D EsayRit 4is 0theUstaff N that D Eworks R 4 with 0 U you,” N D claims E R 4Jess. 0 U“I N E R 4 0being U Nhonored D E Ras4a0finalist U N by D the E RReal 4 0Estate U NApprentice D E R 4 Foundation 0 U N D E R 4400 priviledged to work with great professional staff at each location.” Jess in early 2005 for her great start in the industry. She prides R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Uherself N D E R 4400 also says it takes passion in what you believe. “I most definitely want to with being attentive and trustworthy. She holds product knowledge, R 4 0 U give N Dback ER 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N to the Fort Bend community as much as possible. We do that integrity and being detail oriented as the foundation of her success.D E R 4400 R 4 0 U through N D E our R 4YMCA 0UN D E Rthat 4 0areUoffered N D Etoday R 4like 0U ND E R 4 0 UNguyen N D Eholds R 4 the 0 UAccredited N D E RBuyer’s 4 0 URepresentative N D E R 4 designation 0 U N D E R 4400 programs youth sports, SheE has E R 4 0 U afterschool N D E R care, 4 0 Summer U N D EDay R 4Camp 0 U activities, N D E RSenior 4 0 Uactivity N D proE R 4 0and U isNa DCertified E R 4 Home 0 U NMarketing D E R 4Specialist. 0UND R 4earned 0 U being N D E R 4400 Producers E R 4 0 U grams, N D EChildwatch, R 4 0 U swim N Dlessons, E R 4programs 0 U N at D Outreach E R 4 0Sites, U Ninformal D E R 4 0one U of N Prudential’s D E R 4 0Multi-Million U N D E RDollar 4 0 UTop ND E R 4 0every U Nyear. D E R 4400 education, Teen programs, and Wellness classes. The T.W. Davis Family In her spare time, Sara volunteers countless hours to the Gulf Coast E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 YMCA upholds the proud tradition of the YMCA and its mission of Regional Blood Center where she was presented with The President’s E R 4 0 U serving N D EtheR community 4 0 U N DinEhigh-quality R 4 0 U Nprograms D E R that 4 0 build U N healthy D E R 4 0Volunteer U N D Service E R 4 Award 0 U Nfor D her E Rservice. 4 0 U Nguyen N D E and R 4 Prudential’s 0 U N D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U spirit, N D mind E R and 4 0 body U NforDall.” E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Sugar U NLand D Eoffice R 4 host 0 Ufive N blood D E Rdrives 4 0 annually. 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R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 UReichert N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0“Whether U N D Ea Rsmall 4 0 business U N D owner E R 4 or0 an U NindiD E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4vidual, 0 U these N D relationships E R 4 0 U are ND ER 4 0my U career N D E R 4400 what make Justin Vickrey Trey R40UNDER40UN D EReichert R 4 0 UisN employed D E R 4 0 by U NJohnson D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4so0rewarding,” U N D E heR says. 4 0 “They U N DareEthe R 4reason 0 U why N DI E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Development U N D E R 4Corporation 0 U N D EasRthe 4 0Development U N D E R 4 0was U nominated N D E R for 4 0thisUgreat N Dhonor, E R so 4 0I want U NtoDstart E Rby4saying 0 U thank N D E R 4400 Manager for Riverstone, a 3,700-acre master-planned you to each and every one of them.” R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 community U N D E Rin 4eastern 0 U NFort D EBend R 4County. 0 U N He D EhasR 4 0 U“First N D and E Rforemost, 4 0 U NI D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 attribute my success to God…for with R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 been U Ninvolved D E R in4 the 0 Udevelopment N D E R of 4 0master-planned U N D E R 4 0Him, U NallDthings E R are 4 0possible.” U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 communities U N D E Rsince 4 0 1998, U N DfirstE working R 4 0 UasNa project D E R 4 0 U“Once N D IEstarted R 4 0working U N DinEtheRFort 4 0Bend U Narea, D EI soon R 4 learned 0 U N the D E R 4400 T.W. 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E R 4 He 0 Ualso N serves D E asR Board 4 0 UPresident N D EforR Fort 4 0 Bend U NCounty D E R 4 0director U N DforEthe R Chamber, 4 0 U N and D Efounding R 4 0 Uchairman N D E ofR the 4 0chamber’s U N D E R 4400 he N hasDlearned really E R 4 0 U MUD N D ENo.R 123. 4 0 Trey U NisDa 2007 E R graduate 4 0 U NofDtheEFort R 4Bend 0 U Leadership N D E R 4 0Young U NProfessionals D E R 4 0Division, U N D Justin E R 4feels 0U E R 4what 0 Uit N D E R 4400 2008. E R 4 0 U Forum N D Eand R has 4 0served U NasDVice-Chair E R 4 0 ofUthe N program D E R since 40U N D E R 4 0means U NtoDbeE aRleader. 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 As a leader in Fort Bend County, Trey strives to achieve perfection in Justin adds, Mark Twain once said, “Age is an issue of mind over E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 everything he touches. His biggest challenge thus far has been juggling matter. 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STUART

NGUYEN

JUSTIN

TREY

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His organization, Maximized sensitivity/intolerance, celiac disease, drug induced nutritional UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UNDER40UND Living, is involved in numerous national and international deficiencies, and many other nutritionally related topics. He is U N D Ethe R co-founder 4 0 U N DofENutra-MD, R 4 0 U Na D E R 4 0 supplement U N D E Rproduct 4 0 U N programs D E R 4 and 0 U heN has D Epublished R 4 0 Umore N Dthan E Reight 40U N D Ebooks R40UND different nutritional U N D Eline R 4that 0 Uaddresses N D E Rnutrient 40UN D E R 4 caused 0 U N by D Ecommonly R 4 0 U N on D Ehealth R 4 and 0 U wellness N D E with R 4 0some U Nreaching D E R the 4 0New U NYork D ETimes R40UND deficiencies U N D Eprescribed R 4 0 U medications. N D E R 4 0He U isN the D Ehost R 4for 0 UtheNradio D E program R 4 0 U N Best-Selling D E R 4 0 and U NChristian D E R 4Best-Selling 0 U N D lists. 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STERLING

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R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Kevin U Rios N D E R 4ignations 0 U N include: D E R 4International 0 U N D ESommelier R 4 0 U Guild N D E R 4400 R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4Level 0 UII,N Court D E Rof4 Master 0 U NSommeliers’ D E R 4 0 Level U N II, D E R 4400 Parker & Zraly Wine Certification Level II and Wine Spectator’s Jessica R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Restaurant Wine List Award of Excellence 2009. Kevin plans to R40UNDER40UN D EAnderson R 4 0 UisNtheD Marketing E R 4 0 UDirector N D EforR 4 0continue U N D his E Reducation 4 0 U Nuntil D EheRachieves 40UN E Rof4becoming 0 U N Da E R 4400 hisDgoal Jessica R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 Pete U N&DShorty’s E R 4 Kitchen 0 U N &D Tap. 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R 4 It0 offers U N cozy D Ecomfort, R40U N D E R 4 0The UN D Oak E R Grill 4 0 Uof N D ELand, R 4 0located U N at D 1550 E R 4Lake 0 UPointe N D E R 4400 Parkway, Suite 500, near Whole Foods. “down-home” atmosphere, and great food at reasonable prices.” E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 Kevin claims he learned a long time ago that when you The company has two locations in Florida, the original being in E R 4 0 U Clearwater N D E Rand 4 0a U N DinEPinellas R 4 0 Park. U N“We D Eopened R 4 0our U first N DTexas E R 4 0become U N Dsuccessful E R 4 0you UN D aE responsibility R40UND R back 4 0 Uto Nyour D E R 4400 have to Egive second E R 4 0 U location N D EinRSugar 4 0 Land U Nand D Eplan R to 4 open 0 U our N DKaty ER 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D community. He has shared his good fortune with The Children’s E R 4400 location in July; with Literacy ARC in Willowbrook opening year.” E R 4 0 U one ND ER40UN D E later R 4 in0 the UN D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0Miracle U N DNetwork, E R 4 0The UN D E RCouncil 4 0 U of N Fort D E Bend, R 4 0and UN D E R 4400 of Fort Bend. He recently was appointed to the Advisory Board Being a new company is a challenge, she adds, but it’s also one our E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 of Parks Youth Ranch in Fort Bend County. strengths. “We have a unique concept that attracts people and once E R 4 0 U they’ve N D Eexperienced R 4 0 U usNthey D Ealways R 4 come 0 U Nback. D EWe R pride 4 0 Uourselves N D EonR 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 U N D E R 4400 E R 4 0 U taking N D risks E R and 4 0trying U Nthings D E that R 4 others 0UN D not. 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Consumer responses to Gulf oil spill reflect Americans’ changing corporate expectations Companies need to be responsible to shareholders and society

ust as President Barack Obama called Sambandam from the market research comfor in his address to the nation last pany TRC, surveyed a national sample of 522 night, Americans are demanding adults using a scale where zero indicated comthat BP and all other companies be plete disagreement and 10 indicated complete responsible to both their shareholders and agreement. On the 0-to-10 scale, Republicans society, according to a new report from with an average rating of 7.9, Independents Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of (8.3) and Democrats (8.3) agreed that “socially Business. responsible corporations can also create a lot of The rigorous survey-based nationwide wealth for their shareholders.” Independents study of U.S. adults aware of the oil spill in (9.0) and Democrats (8.7) agreed somewhat the Gulf of Mexico found that Republicans, more than Republicans (8.0) that “corporate Democrats and Independents strongly agree social responsibility is just as important as corthat the spill shows that businesses need to porate shareholder responsibility.” be more socially responsible and they Even given the current spill, agree that socially responsible corpoAmericans aren’t ready for government rations can also create a lot of wealth to completely ban offshore drilling, for their shareholders. according to the study. When asked “Over the years, there has been whether the oil spill made them more a core shift in the American publikely to support a ban on offshore lic’s expectations,” said Vikas Mittal, drilling, Republican ratings averaged professor of marketing at the Jones Vikas Mittal 3.3, Democrats 5.8 and Independents School. “The old idea was that businesses 5.3 in support of a ban. were only responsible to their shareholders. Republicans disagreed sharply with But now people are realizing that this isn’t Independents and Democrats on issues cona zero-sum game. No matter their political cerning offshore drilling. On the 0-to-10 leanings, Americans expect corporations to scale, Republicans more strongly agreed that: be profitable, sustainable and socially respon• The government should allow offshore sible.” exploration (7.8). Mittal and his co-author, Rajan • Offshore drilling is critical for America continued from page 13 built out, it is expected to have an assessed value of $50 million over time,” said Wallace. This will include ad valorem taxes, other revenues as well, he said, and a workforce that is part of that development site. The transitional housing complex for seniors will include a 24-hour health care staff and full-service restaurant, social activity centers, walking trails, and a beauty salon. The project includes 50 patio homes in a gated community ranging in price from $160,000 to $225,000 with size up to 2200 sq ft.

“The senior community still wants that extra bedroom, but also the smaller size,” said Wallace. The homes will be situated in the northeast section of the property adjacent to the Quail Valley neighborhood. In addition, Bajjali explains that 70 units will be for independent living in individual apartment style areas for seniors 55 and over. That there will be 78 assisted living units. “There is also a fourth level of residential living,” said Bajjali. It will have 23 units for memory care and for persons with Alzheimer’s disease. Although Wallace and Bajjali have not selected a “vertical” builder yet, they are talking to several home builders about developing the residential lots for the

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to maintain its competitiveness (8.2). “People are recognizing business is a key driver of economic and societal progress,” Mittal said. “They understand the best way is not to block the economic process of running a business, but to expect companies and their CEOs to create shareholder wealth while being socially responsible.” Mittal noted that business executives are realizing the changing expectations. He cited a 2010 study that showed 60 percent of business executives consider sustainability issues to be very or extremely important in their overall corporate strategy. “I expect this proportion to only grow in the coming future,” he said. “However, I concur with the public’s general view that populist government interventions that block progress are unlikely to solve complex issues facing societies -- of which public, business and government are co-equal key stakeholders.” To read the survey questions and view the complete results, visit http://www.rice. edu/nationalmedia/multimedia/2010-06-16mittal.pdf. For more information or to interview Mittal, contact Jessica Stark at stark@rice.edu or 713-348-6777. patio homes. The facility “is about five quarters out,” said Wallace and is expected to be ready in July or August of next year. “Assisted living first and probably a few months later, the independent living and patio homes will follow,” he said. Calls from interested persons. “Within the next six months, we could start building the patio homes, which can be up within 60 to 90 days,” said Bajjali. The larger structure for assisting living, however, will be constructed first. “We’re hoping that Hampton Pointe Manor is a facility that has a waiting list for people wishing to live here. It is a facility that will take care of the aging commucontinued on page 53

continued from page 52 nity. “My mom and mother-in-law will be living there,” said Bajjali. “The work in a project of this type involves zoning, multiple issues and a strong statement for Missouri City has been its leadership,” said Wallace. “From planning and zoning to staff,” he said, “the city council realized that there was a need in the community and we worked very closely with them.” Wallace said a year-and-a-half process led them to the groundbreaking, “and the city was there, every step of the way to support us and take care of the community.” Bajjali said the process also involved dealings with a utility district. “The process was smooth, we started out with two separate parcels of land, combined them and replatted them into one,” he said. “We also meet with HOAs to make sure that we created an asset, a vision in keeping with the community.” At the groundbreaking, Mayor Allen Owen said the site is a good fit for seniors due to its proximity to area parks, res-

Photo courtesy of Wallace Bajjali

This rendering depicts the front elevation of the assisted living residential structure of Hampton Pointe Manor in Missouri City. 2011 completion date is expected. Wallace Bajjali project also has an independent living component, patio homes and a memory care center for seniors.

taurants, businesses and the Quail Valley Golf Course. “It will generate a great deal of interest and excitement.” “When you look at the market as it relates to assisted living, there is a need for 455 hundred beds in this area,” said Wallace. “From our perspective, we could build more, but it is important to do it at a size and level with a personal touch.” The Wallace Bajjali firm has been involved in other projects in Fort Bend County. This is its first transitional living facility, and this type of project represents

a first entry in Fort Bend County. Wallace Bajjali, which contracted with Wakefield Beasley & Associates Architects for Hampton Pointe Manor, is a private, real estate investment and consulting firm specializing in a variety of real estate services to investors, developers and institutional owners. It focuses on the development of both commercial land into retail, office, mixed-use and town centers, and residential land into single family communities, student housing, independent living, and assisted living.

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Data Beat DBA (Assumed Names)

(+) = More Names

This is a sample of the Assumed Names (DBAs) filed at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office for May 2010. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.tx.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 409 Assumed Names with Notary Fee for month of May. There were also 87 Assumed Names without a notary fee. Santizo Cristian Santizo’s Landscaping 816 Blume Rd #19 77471

Mullins Jason W My Mechanix 1612 Callender Street 77471

Gales Lezlie Black Pearl Boutique 723 Habitat Ln 77471

Paynter Thomas Paynter Media 4820 Caroline St 77004

Matthews Kendrick K Kendrick Karl Matthews Executive Producer Co-Starring Comedian Actress License Movie Star Poetry 2020 Rocky Falls 77469

Deleon Richard Deleon A/C & Heat 7410 Lowdres 77083

Nwafor Charles C Matrix Healthcare 2518 Sage Ct 77489 Fountain Marietta First Safety Defensive Driving 7443 Neal Ridge Dr 77489 Goble Caleen Going Goble Accounting And Bookkeeping Services 21115 Praire Green Ct 77406 Cook Carla M Ridge Point Panthers Baseball Club 2814 Taylorcrest 77459

Murillo Mauricio Obdulio C. Murillo Auto Sales 6043 Beaconridge Dr 77053 Howard Naomia Naomia’s Janitorial Service 2046 Greencrest Dr 77489 R O L & Company Inc R.O.L. & Company, Inc. 3320 Treetop Drive 32780 Nguyen Limited Company Ritz Nails Ii 5614 Grand Parkway #107 77469 Staples Christy L Getlaunched! 3403 Dartmouth Fld Ln 77545

Nguyen Vivian Ritz Nails Ii 5614 Grand Parkway #107

Vazquez Alexander Vasquez Lawn Service 1300 Calhoun 77469

Lara Valerie (+) Medical Verifications Of Texas 208 Hwy 90A E 77406

Haye Desmond Good 2 Go Power Wash -N- Detailing 15327 Timberlea Dr 77489

Kroupa Tobias D Cantera Wine Cellars 5403 Meadow Road 77479

Riascos Laura Professional Cleaning And Carpet Service 15351 E Barbara 77071

Gutierrez Tzitzari Ebia Janitorial 3825 Marzia Ave 77545 Durisseau Dawn Essential Studies 2703 Welborn Ct 77459 Jimenez Jose Raul Graffic Customs 2111 Commanche Blvd 77471 Spencer Mitchell Affor5dable Independent Living 6902 W Fuqua 77489

Garmon Patricia D (+) Garmon Real Estate Enterprises, Inc. 3707 Heritage Colony Dr 77459 Miller R Glenn Claims Plus 9007 Main St 77461 Woodfair Properties Llc Villa De Cancun Apts. 9450 Woodfair 77026 J & R Multifamily Group, Ltd Worthington Apartments 1350 Greens Parkway 77067 Nip Richard B D P Holdings 7316 Greatwood Lake Dr 77479 Nip Richard Hill Legend 7316 Greatwood Lake Dr 77479 Hurst Ashley Wellness By Design 2229 Maroneal St 77030 Love Edwin Alternative Lighting & Power 5818 Carta Valley Ln 77469 Strain Jamison Adelphoi Music 2034 Arbor Cove 77494

Martin Kenneth Kip (The) Renter’s Agent 15047 Tramore Dr 77083 Richard Andrew Rezrekt 12 Sweetwater Ct 77479 Richard Andrew Neurotransistor Productions 12 Sweetwater Ct 77479 Montgomery Terry (+) Kool Kups 4227 Oakland Falls 77458 Gachunga Eric Mark Safari Golf Club, Texas 12303 Dorrance Lane 77477 Heard Edward Jr Tiki Liquor 1118 Bottom Dr 77489 Rivera Philis Mojo Coffee 223 Brazos Gardens Dr 77469 Woods Lena Diana Ld Entertainment P O Box 2714 77487 Rivera Adam Coffee Mixer 223 Brazos Gardens Drive 77469 Rivera Aaron Coffee Op 223 Brazos Gardens Dr 77469

Shannon Bobby Sr Babi Ruth’s Entrees P O Box 35948 77235-5948 Kalejaiye Olufunmilayo Grovee Rentals 21207 Granite Trail Lane 77407 Belknap James James Belknap Renovation 805 Stafford Springs Ave 77477 Moore Aurelia Quest Educational Services 10634 Farmersville Fork 77459 Digital Products Llc Digitalstudyguides.Com 24200 Southest Fwy Suite 402&148 77471 Shaw Loretta Lads-Learning And Development Solutions 16702 Running Quail Ct 77489 Brogdon Jennifer The Fence Doctor (+) 716 Hwy 90 77469 Backhauling Usa Corp Backhauling Usa Corp. 21011 Lake View Rd 77430 Townsend Alvin A & L Quality Lawn 4720 Reading Rd Apt 1002 77471

Mckenzie Linda Hope Investment Group P. O. Box 16993 77496

Andrews Richard Slappy Pappy’s Original 15700 Lexington Blvd #410 77478

Aikens Trailaria Psb Security 6103 Fm 762 Suite A 77469

Williams Shayla Now Or Never Ministries 3833 Gertin St 77004

Evans Henrietta Valair Gero-Psychiatric Behavioral & Mental Health Consultants 11103 Crestline Bay Lane 77406

Davis Cecil V Quality Home Inspections 3607 Pin Oak Cr 77459

Brannon Shawntrella God’s Chosen 1’S 5153 Markwood 77053

Leedom Kari Kids Create 20702 Teasel Ct 77450

Huber Sheila Body Line Graphics 2006 Rustic Oak Ln 77469

Brannon Shawntrella Kids For Christ 5153 Markwood 77053

Fvc Food Mart Inc Fvc Food Mart 2216 Thompson Rd 77469

J.R. Online Llc Quickdineonline.Com 12807 Royal Dr #106 77477

Gipson Tre’vis Tre G Beatz 16103 Bowridge 77053

Miller Patricia La Dolce Casa Designs 13814 Lynnwood Lane 77498

Poulin Luke Jl Sign Design 21214 Barker Canyon Ln 77450

Ibeziako Evangeline Divine Touch Care P O Box 16458 77496

Green Sherman (+) Green’s Family Landscaping & Maintenance 1208 Trenton St 77469

Glass Angelia Dylcolor P.O. Box 18226 77496 Mallett Anne (+) Innovative Green Environmental Products 1274 Settlemont 77489

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Classic Orthodontics Inc Creative Restorations 12380 Murphy Road 77477

La Jeanne Enterprises Inc Maureen’s Gourmet Bakery 3227 Highway 6 77479

Data Beat DBA (Assumed Names)

Thomas Christopher Arcola Sand Clay And Mulch 440 S Pine 77583 Wague Brahima (+) Masjid Al Anbiyaa 11915 Pedernales Falls Ln 77498 Fojtik Thomas Fojtik’s Sheet Metal Works 8917 Hwy 36 77461 Janczak Peggy American Wholesale 9100 Kneitz 77461 Davis-Sanchez Bianca A Little People’s Dentistry 4706 Riverstone Blvd Suite 200 77459

Equitable Construction Equitable Real Estate Services 26911 Aldine-Westfield 77373 Intervest Services Tots N Treasures 2311 Upland Park Dr 77479 Galveston Storage Venture Llc Grandcare Texas 10617 Fuqua 77089 Schmidt Patricia Primal Zen Massage 2207 Razorbill Ct 77494 Colunga Donato Sonny (+) Ips Investigation & Polygraph Services 19901 Sw Fwy 77494

Shehata Nehal Jewelry Shopping Center 5680 Hwy 6 Ste 337 77459 Igwe Anthony Ogbonnaya Delta Fuel Oil 13342 Cedar Creek Point 77478

Bradford Charmaine M Mickkie’s Blessing 3910 Darlinghurst 77045

Nwakike Paulson Fort Bend Shuttles Services 9610 Langdon 77036

Professional Supplement Nutrition Llc P S Nutrition 2400 Old South Drive Apt 1125 77406

Davis-Sanchez Bianca A (+) Diego Tigre’ Investments 16514 Morgan Run 77459 Hope Facility Hope Facility 16302 Bodega Bay 77053

Collins Albert Mallick Sarwat A.E. Collins Concierge Service Sarwat Medical Consultant 16226 Villaret Dr 77083 5323 Palm Royale Blvd 77479

Harper Octavia Marie Maw-Maw’s B-B-Q 3311 Fm 521 77545

Miller Kenneth The Dent Specialist 1211 Nogales Bend Dr 77469

Crawford Meagan Underworld Entertainment 11503 Dorrance Ln 77477

Pasha Peymanesh Avalon Enterprise 21418 Sand Bunker Circle 77450

Vu Hien K Avis Nail, Spa, And Accessories. 1315 West Grand Parkway #111 77494 Sounds And Affects Sounds And Affects 16603 Quail Briar Dr 77489

Gbenoba Shere Kidz Gone Wild 2023 Grand William Lane 77469

Giles Daphne Giles & Washington Flea Market Enterprise 8315 Long Point 77023 Zulkowski Jolie Sugar Shack Bakery 1000 Ste A 77471

Romero Ricardo Romero’s Construction 16311 Yabbie Dr 77498

Waters Shealy Trinity Landscape Services 7022 Pembrough Lane 77494

Elite Consultants Of Texas Inc Annaj Custom Jewelry 10223 Broadway Ste P246 77584

Stein Joyce Mcree Mcree’s Accounting 33410 Reynolds Rd 77476

Rom Gani (+) Candyland Jorge E 16535 Sw Frwy 77479

Mari Kristen Nawlins Snowballs 4303 Lakekemp Ct 77406

Quintana Juan (+) Simplified Business Technologies 8002 Thorncroft Manor Ln 77407

Miles Joe B Jr Jbm Properties 6140 Hwy 6 Pmb 280 77459

Proctor William B Vote Your Values America 2042 Lake Fountain Dr 77494

Smith Leslie Nurse Management Ems Ambulance 2823 North Main 77477

Shehata Nehal Fashion Shopping Center 5680 Hwy 6 Suite 337 77659

Walker Denise (+) Organo Gold International, Inc 5505 Hovander Rd 98248

Faldyn Donald W Brazos Bend Towing & Recovery 13220 Vrlla Rd 77444 Manuel Matthew Texas Style Performance 7019 Granger Ridge Ln 77407

Mbumc - Ghanaians Ghanaian Methodist Association 14907 Rockmill Lane 77498

Platinum Missouri Enterprises Llc King Dollar #19 2192 Fm 2234/Tx Pkwy Ste A 77489

Akram Rehana Depilex 1251 Pin Oak Road Suite #107 77494

Sims Harold Wealth Cargo 2107 Claire Ct 77478 Jones Jeremy Scott Ps Nutrition, Llc 2400 Old South Drive Apt 1125 77406 Narvaez Claudia (+) Ducan Yard Services 9238 Grove Haven Dr 77083 Solari Tavia S Motivating Muscles P O Box 17595 77496 Simmons Jackie Ray Country Wide Commercial Cleaning Services 15110 Chasehill Drive 77489

Kimble Jermaine Sugar Daddy Sweet’s 15866 Alcefer Dr 77489

Krim Philip The Morgan Group International (+) 4910 Wright Rd #160 77477 Sacred Hills Llc Texas Algae Farms 5515 Barleycorn Ln 77494 Sacred Hills Llc Houston Technology Consulting 5515 Barleycorn Ln 77494 Messer Kevin Messergolf 2011 Masters Ln 77459 Dent Linda P (+) Chubby’s 3946 Camelia Glen Ln 77545 Merchant Billy J & T Charters 8619 Quail Hills Dr 77489 Waveone Inc Waveone.Com, Inc. 22422 Davids Crest Ct 77450 Waveone Inc Sport Clips 22422 Davids Crest Ct 77450 Nash Thomas W Quality Home Solutions 3707 Pin Oak Ct 77459 Armendariz Francisco M Armendariz Roofing 13901 Zamanek 77461 Johnson Karyn P Beyond Expectation 16515 Quail Run Dr 77489

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Woods Leroy E (+) International Food Group 1719 Eldridge C 77478 Mini John Od Pllc American Eyes Optical 2755 Texas Parkway Suite 104 77489 Thuna Virginia Lynn Lynn’s Bookkeeping 6826 Dolan Bluff Ln 77469 Thuna Virginia L L & R Company 6826 Dolan Bluff Ln 77469 Marx Laura A Flowery Language 3315 Baden Oaks Ct 77494 Perhacs Jason Perhacs Roofing And Remodeling 6811 Pickett Dr 77469 Jackson Markets Llc Jackson Market 2505 S Main 77477 Vaughan Blanca C Law Office Of Blanca C. Vaughan 5100 Westheimer #200 77056 Tyaut-1 Equities Llc Onsite Tec-Services 167 Bluebonnet St 77478 Fairley David David Fairley Properties 22111 Crossbridge Ln 77469 Rose Vuong Dds Pc Westheimer Lake Dental 26440 Fm 1093 Suite 340 77406 Ventura Rene Armando (+) V & L A/C And Heating Services 3834 Mariza Ave 77545 Breis Eugene Breis Automotive 16750 Village View Trail 77498 Charolia Shamsudin (+) Fusion Grill And Fun 11750 B Hwy 6 South 77498 Stephens Zachary The Mutitude Catering Company (+) 17026 Quail Bend 77489

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Data Beat

JUNE 2010 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 monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

% Change To Date

2009 Payments To Date

2008 Payments Change

Percent

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

19,598.04 5,819.39 31,081.39 1,298.06 67,887.27 480,137.13 29,395.29 3,124.92 5,424.56 367,034.40 901,635.10 12,201.84 975,312.78 2,785,705.41 2,995.22

17,822.05 7,610.03 25,932.36 1,182.08 79,114.10 457,937.13 29,631.20 3,529.40 3,779.22 354,266.36 807,115.00 4,632.22 1,191,910.83 2,944,117.10 1,238.58

9.96% -23.52% 19.85% 9.81% -14.19% 4.84% -0.79% -11.46% 43.53% 3.60% 11.71% 163.41% -18.17% -5.38% 141.82%

121,304.42 35,477.18 178,388.25 8,046.27 477,600.06 2,976,597.83 170,814.99 21,364.89 44,780.83 2,078,617.67 5,572,139.24 47,767.73 6,462,491.01 19,139,484.41 18,782.22

168,196.41 38,587.47 182,229.56 7,772.06 539,969.89 3,024,499.63 196,436.31 24,106.76 21,749.43 2,196,714.99 5,389,494.81 24,056.20 7,381,473.97 20,328,136.53 7,975.30

-27.87% -8.06% -2.10% 3.52% -11.55% -1.58% -13.04% -11.37% 105.89% -5.37% 3.38% 98.56% -12.44% -5.84% 135.50%

County Total

5,688,650.80

5,929,817.66

-4.06%

37,353,657.00

39,531,399.32

-5.50%

Top 20 City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - JUNE 2010 Please note that Sugar Land is 16th in sales tax revenues in the state. City

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

Net Payment This Period

Comp Payment Prior Year

36,227,107.01 15,844,919.83 15,300,538.67 11,055,005.47 7,841,444.16 6,463,676.42 5,396,657.91 5,335,590.64 4,213,067.81 3,789,575.58 4,237,539.91 4,249,669.55 3,653,057.35 3,273,884.49 2,925,986.84 2,785,705.41 2,725,789.54 2,657,739.87 2,376,502.70 2,475,185.13

37,066,267.55 16,290,628.82 15,908,338.00 10,723,449.35 7,667,142.82 6,132,032.56 5,223,579.68 4,765,631.26 4,560,626.82 4,101,152.56 4,575,835.31 4,232,597.37 3,572,211.04 3,135,397.15 2,764,675.77 2,944,117.10 2,820,114.42 2,569,204.72 2,377,683.08 2,838,846.17

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% Change To Date

-2.26% -2.73% -3.82% 3.09% 2.27% 5.40% 3.31% 11.95% -7.62% -7.59% -7.39% 0.40% 2.26% 4.41% 5.83% -5.38% -3.34% 3.44% -0.04% -12.81%

2009 Payments To Date

2008 Payments Change

236,429,155.56 103,470,579.83 102,518,612.62 69,707,573.32 49,480,028.98 41,238,904.62 34,663,746.15 31,356,326.43 29,550,557.64 28,579,144.15 28,203,556.47 27,975,336.30 24,837,612.70 22,151,225.62 19,776,211.19 19,139,484.41 17,523,746.60 17,109,880.72 17,064,590.50 16,967,044.13

257,847,393.67 104,022,616.56 107,506,356.22 66,240,335.06 50,474,264.86 39,657,631.92 33,164,409.76 29,756,299.21 29,204,981.11 28,646,181.82 29,100,398.14 30,204,003.57 24,846,388.21 23,092,983.10 18,952,380.96 20,328,136.53 17,944,585.91 18,644,443.56 16,447,698.71 18,262,454.64

Percent

-8.30% -0.53% -4.63% 5.23% -1.96% 3.98% 4.52% 5.37% 1.18% -0.23% -3.08% -7.37% -0.03% -4.07% 4.34% -5.84% -2.34% -8.23% 3.75% -7.09%

Data Beat

Commercial Building Permits

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

TYPE OF PERMIT

VALUE

OWNER/CONTRACTOR

ROSENBERG 23871 Brazos Town Crossing

Commercial Building

$148,000

503 Avenue H

Commercial Building

$1,800,000

DMAC Construction, Inc.

3400 EK 2216

Commercial Building

$100,0000

Wallis Concrete Inc.

28150 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Building

$45,000

Scottish Inn/Sevilla Services

3400 FM 2218

Commercial Building

$24,355

Hein Contracting Inc.

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial & Residential)

05/01/10-05/31/10

$2,148,005

T Weeks Company Inc.

Significant Land Transactions Some significant land transactions in Fort Bend during the month of May 2010. Land transactions can be researched on line at http:// ccweb.co.fort-bend.tx.us/search.asp?cabinet=opr. Some entries may be conveying mineral rights. SELLER

BUYER

ACRES

Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust Live Oak Club Ochoa Jose Maria (+) Fish Scott A Kohn Arthur Texana Center Mires Dorothy (+) Dairwood Development Lp (+) Protestant Episcopal Church Council Of The Diocese Of Texas Equicap Grand Parkway Lp (+) Equicap Grand Parkway Lp (+) Highway 6 Interests (+) Sugar Land Ranch Development Llc Hillsboro Estates Llc Hillsboro Estates Llc (+) Hillsboro Estates Llc

Southwestern Bell 0.196 Ac A403 Telephone Company 5.0 Ac A223 Needville Little League Inc Fort Bend County Water Control 0.0167 Ac A117 And Improvement District No 2 Fort Bend County Water Control 0.2036 Ac A117 And Improvement District No 2 Fort Bend County Water Control 0.0694 Ac A117 And Improvement District No 2 Fort Bend County Part 1.084 Ac A349 Drainage District Fort Bend County Part 0.4865 Ac A95 Drainage District Centerpoint Energy Part 1,108.7814 Ac A93 Houston Electric Llc (+) Fort Bend County Levee Part 2.2347 Ac A49 Improvement District No 10 Public Part 1.1649 Ac A42 Public Part 1.1649 Ac Fm 521 Business Park 4.08410 Ac A68 Fort Bend County Levee Part 0.3168 Ac A89 Improvement District No 15 Fort Bend County Levee Part 5.4250 Ac A54 Improvement District No 15 Fort Bend County Levee Part 5.4250 Ac A54 Improvement District No 15 Fort Bend County Levee Part 0.5422 Ac A 89 Improvement District No 15

SELLER

BUYER

Hillsboro Estates Llc (+) Lake Pointe Town Center Ltd (+) L O B Limited Partnership (+) Fort Bend Independent School District Fort Bend Independent School District Terrabrook Cinco Ranch Southwest Lp (+) Terrabrook Cinco Ranch Southwest Lp (+) Terrabrook Cinco Ranch Southwest Lp (+) Terrabrook Cinco Ranch Southwest Lp (+) Hwy 6/Sienna Parkway Ltd (+) Peralta Raul (+) Caldwell Thomas Eugene Iii Lobo Leonel Humberto (+) Arana Constancio (+)

Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No 15 First Colony Community Services Association Inc Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No 133 Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No 141 Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No 141 Public Cinco Southwest Municipal Utility District No 3 Cinco Southwest Municipal Utility District No 30 Cinco Southwest Municipal Utility District No 3 Sienna Plantation Management District Fort Bend County Fresh Water Supply District No 2 Fort Bend County Fresh Water Supply District No 2 Fort Bend County Fresh Water Supply District No 2 Fort Bend County Fresh Water Supply District No 2

ACRES Part 0.5422 Ac A 89 Part 0.0080 Ac A97 Part 4.626 Ac A93 Part 1.3935 Ac A31 Part 0.0086 Ac A31 0.0123 Ac A598 0.032 Ac A598 0.0083 Ac A598 0.0100 Ac A598 0.043 Ac A77 0.0536 Ac A402 0.2171 Ac A402 0.0536 Ac A402 0.1064 Ac A402

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Charlton’s Body Repair 281-499-1126 www.charltonsbodyrepair.com. Chuck Charlton, 1131 Staffordshire @ 5th St., Stafford, TX 77477, 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!

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.

Colony One Auto Center 281-980-4440 www.colonyoneauto.com Rod Tate, 1131 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, TX 77477, Fax: 281-261-0048, Complete state of the art automotive repair & maintenance facility.

The Houstonian Golf & Country Club 281-494-4245 www.houstoniangolf.com Nicole Scarbrough, Membership Private golf & country club, *Limited membership available.

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Fire Extinguisher Service Gillen Fire Extinguisher Service Commercial/Residential 281-342-6969 www.GillenServices.com Gillen Fire Extinguisher Service provides a full line of fire extinguisher inspections, sales and services, as well as lighted exit sign inspections and service. Our highly trained staff can even provide fire extinguisher training for your employees. For all of your safety needs, call Gillen Fire Extinguisher.

Financial Products & Services Sugar Creek Financial Group 281-565-2266 www.sugarcreekgroup.com robroy@windstream.net. Robert H. Roy, ChFC, Fax: 281-565-2277, 12946 Dairy Ashford #430, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Life, Health, Pensions, Investments for businesses and individuals.

Golf Carts / Mobility Scooters CBC Golf Cart Services, Inc. 281-494-1164 Scooters by CBC 281-494-3454 www.cbcgolfcarts.com chris1001@windstream.net, 203 Ulrich Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 (Behind Imperial Sugar). CBC offers Sales, Service, New & Used, Rentals and Parts for two lines of products, GOLF CARTS and MOBILITY SCOOTERS. Authorized Dealer for Fairplay and Pride Mobility products. fax 281-494-1189

Home Health Care Texas State Healthcare 281-208-4344 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”

Insurance Agencies 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 281-341-5558.

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B&B Locksmiths • 281-392-5500 www.bandblocksmiths.com. bblocksmiths@consolidated.net. 624 S. Mason Rd., Katy, TX 77450, Fax 281-395-5625. Full service locksmith including safe sales & service: Commercial, Residential, and Automotive.

Magazine Fort Bend 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 teach the vital Fort Bend County business community. Fort Bend Focus - 281-690-4242 Pearland 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.

Newspaper 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.

Optometrists 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, in house optical with a large selection of frames and contact lenses, medical management of eye infections and diseases.

Pediatric Therapy MedCare Pediatric Group, LP • 713-773-5100 www.medcarepediatrics.com Occupational, Physical, Speech Therapy at home or at Rehab Center located at 12371 S. Kirkwood, Stafford, TX 77477. We also provide in home nursing services. All services available in Houston and surrounding counties.)

Pet Control - Commercial / Residential Gillen Pest Control 281-342-969 - Fort Bend 979-532-5701 - Wharton www.GillenPestControl.com Family owned and operated in Fort Bend and Wharton Counties since 1963, Gillen Pest Control’s highly trained professionals know where bugs hide, what their eating and breeding habits are, and how to get rid of them. They try to avoid the use of chemicals inside by working with you to create a barrier on the outside of your home or business, thus keeping those unwanted pests at bay. From the first time we visit your home or business, you will recognize we are no ordinary pest control company!

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

Physicians Immunizations & Drug Testing IMU Southwest, The IMUnization Clinic 281-313-7468 www.IMUnizationclinic.org imusouthwest@windstream.net. 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 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 on-site clinics available for churches and corporations.

Printers / Graphics Star Printing - 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We professionally design and print flyers, postcards, brochures, magazines, newspapers and catalogs in high-quality digital graphics.

Real Estate / Residential 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 and State Highway 6, Fax: 281-494-3227, Brokerage, Development, Investment & Tenant Representation, 20 yrs exp. in Fort Bend. Riverstone Development Co. - 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tom@riverstone.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxury 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.

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Technical ProSource Meeting Your IT Staffing Needs 713-272-8800 www.TechnicalProSource.com Serving Fort Bend companies since 1989 by providing all levels of IT personnel, contract, contract-direct hire and direct-hire. We are the IT experts! To save our clients time we offer Video Resumes that allows the clients to move faster through the interview process. Members of Texas Association of Personnel Consultants. Voted Most Dependable Staffing Firm in Texas as noted in Texas Monthly, Voted Best of Staffing as recognized by CareerBuilder. We look forward to helping with your staffing needs.

Video Services Star Video Digital Production Services, 281-690-4280 Full-service video taping, editing and special effects for your business. Professional writing to finished commercials, training DVD’s, and corporate videos.

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Katy ISD gets ready for more students By Wayne Chandler

Some Katy ISD facts…

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n 1975, the movie “Jaws” was playing in theaters everywhere. Bill Gates had just formed the company Microsoft. And there were 3,285 students in the Katy Independent School District. In 1988, when Peter McElwain became the diistrict’s architect and planner, there were 28,000 students. Now, there are 60,000, and the prediction is that there will be 87,000 students by 2019, and 125,000 students in 25 years. McElwain notes that some 4,000 Katy high school seniors were graduated last month. While there has been an economic downturn, McElwain notes that the district regularly gets inquiries from around the nation and from overseas, from company executives who are moving to the Katy area, and they’re

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inquiring about Katy’s schools. “Folks still are coming to Katy, and they’ve heard about the good school system, the medical facilities and the Katy lifestyle,” McElwain told a standing room only crowd at the Katy Area Economic Development Council’s monthly general assembly breakfast. With an impressive power point presentation , McElwain laid out a long list of the KISD’s anticipated needs for this next decade.

• Of counties of 100,000 population, Fort Bend is the highest growth county in the nation • Katy ISD, among the largest 100 school districts in the nation, is the third fastest growing in the past 10 years, and fourth fastest over the past 20 years – American Schools and Universities Magazine • Katy ISD currently has 10,413,505 square feet of covered space, the equivalent of four Empire State buildings • Katy ISD buses travel about 3,733,547 miles per year, which equates to eight round trips to the moon • Katy ISD checked out 696,000 books, manipulatives, etc., to schools last year, far more than the Central Houston Library checked out in fiscal year 2008.

It was a heads up report for Katy area voters who will be asked to approve a bond issue on November 2, to cover costs for growth and expansion, probably only for the next two years or so. A Schools Facilities Referenum Planning Task Force, composed of Katy citizens who are identifying facility needs, started meeting last May and it expects to deliberate through July. There has been an on-line input opportunity by the public through June. The task force is expected to recommend a bond referendum to the Katy ISD Board of Trustees within the next several weeks, and a bond election set for the November election. McElwain noted that due to the “economic fragile climate” in 2008, Katy ISD delayed a bond election from last November until this year, saving more than $20 million in operating costs associated with deferring schools for a year. But he stressed that the Katy area and Katy ISD continues to grow despite the economic climate and “remains a destination location.” The planner showed projected new housing occupancies of nearly 2,000 units this year, and expected occupancies to 2014 of 9,974 single family homes and 3,372 multifamily

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units for a total of 13,346 units. By the year 2019 the Katy area expects 29,251 single family homes, 8,479 more multifamily units or a grand total of 37,730 units. McElwain estimates that this will mean that KISD will need 13 more elementary schools, 5 new junior highs and three more high schools. The influx on existing Katy high schools will be significant, he said. Three high schools: Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor each have a capacity of 3,000 students. Without boundry modifications for the coming year the district expects Cinco Ranch to be at 2,963 students; Seven Lakes at 3,652, and Taylor at 2,544. With modifications, Cinco Ranch could be at 2,988; Seven Lakes at 3,461, and Taylor at 2,710. McElwain indicated that some serious modifications will be needed, not only for this coming year, but for the next several years, to keep a desired balance. KISD trustees will be setting a bond referendum within the next few months and asking for voter approval in November. McElwain says that “It’s all about our children and their learning environment, and t he continued vibrant growth of our community.”

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WHERE TO EAT NOW The following is a list of exceptional restaurants throughout in 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

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Pete & Shorty’s Pete & Shorty’s, a restaurant that recently opened in the Sugar Land area, may remind you of just such a place has a full bar with special pricing on drinks all day, every day. Test the “cold beer” boast for yourself, with a Frozen Schooner of 20 ounces of your favorite brand for just $2.75, it offers is not trendy or transitory, but rather, venerable and traditional: good food at reasonable prices, served by friendly, decent people. It may not be rocket science, but Pete & Shorty shows us that creating a place where people really want to be is a science all in itself. Pete & Shorty’s- 16549 Southwest Freeway • Sugar Land, TX 77479 Parking - parking lot What to Wear - business to casual Reservations - available but not required Seating - full bar as well as restaurant Price - $$

AURA Restaurant • Chef/Owner Frédéric Perrier brings over 30 years experience to his newest venture - AURA. In an upscale yet casually comfortable setting, Innovative American Cuisine reigns and is highlighted in the numerous Daily Specials. AURA features only the finest, freshest ingredients. From Lunch Salads & Sandwiches to Dinner with Crabcakes and Filet Au Poivre to Diver Sea Scallops with Boneless Braised Short Rib ‘Surf & Turf’ appetizers and Farm Raised Chilean Sea Bass. No need to go to Houston or into Sugar Land for truly high quality dining experience...you will easily find it at AURA (without ‘Big Restaurant’ prices!) at Township Square - Missouri City. Lunch Mon-Sat 112. Dinner Mon-Thurs 5-9 and Fri-Sat 5-10. Please call for Reservations &/or Catering ~ 3400 FM 1092, 81-403-AURA (2872). $$ • WB

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Barry’s Pizza • Barry’s Pizza at the Fountains was opened in 1997 with the idea of creating the best pizza in Fort Bend. Barry’s customers have said that Barry’s has more than fulfilled their goals! From our dough and pizza sauce, made fresh daily, to Barry’s own signature Mozzarella Cheese, we have been thrilling the pizza lovers of Fort Bend for over 8 years. Barry’s is a full service, full menu restaurant going to great lengths to maintain excellent quality and service. • 11303 Fountain Lake Dr. • 281-494-0666. $ • WB Candelari’s Pizzeria • Albert Candelari began making sausage over 50 years ago. As the years have passed the flavor remains the same, which is why Candelari’s is the “King of Sausages”! They take that delicious Italian sausage and put it in pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches. Enjoy appetizers, salads, pastas, sandwiches, pizzas and desserts in there dining room, large patio, or full bar with large screen TV’s. Happy hour is Monday - Thursday 3 to 7pm. This casual dining experience is available at two locations in Fort Bend. Call either location for take-out or delivery. 7425 Hwy 6 S (Just North of Sienna) 832-947-0440 / 6825 S Fry Rd (Fry & 99) 281-395-6746. www. candelaris.com. $ • FB Charlie’s Restaurants and Catering, Poboys and Grill • Two locations in Fort Bend. Cajun home cooked food. The “special” plate is a favorite with a choice of one meat, two sides and a roll. The meat choices range from brisket, sausage, and meat loaf, to baked chicken, turkey/dressing, ham, salisbury steak and spaghetti/meatballs. Home made desserts are a favorite feature. Catering is available for large to small functions, banquets, corporate or organization luncheons/dinners. 4719 Lexington @ Dulles, 281-499-0808 and 1250 Texas Parkway, 281-499-2233. $ Chef for You • Offers take out dinners prepared from scratch by professional chefs. Online ordering; Customized Catering Menus Available; Corporate Catering for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Homemade Cakes, Cookies, and Brownies; Soups and Salads. New menus offered each week at www.chef4u.net • 9920 Highway 90-A, Suite B-260, Sugar Land • 281-313-CHEF (2433). $ Fernando’s Latin Cuisine • We are pleased to announce the arrival of Fernando’s Latin Cuisine-An exotic culinary adventure! Started by, Fernando Echeverria, the same owner of Los Andes by the Compact Center in Houston-Another wonderful Latin American restaurant. Fernando’s Latin Cuisine is located in the same building where Ruth’s Chris used to be. Featured dishes include Empanadas appetizer, Fileton, (Filet mignon) and Asada Y Camarones, Casually called the surf and turf. 14135 Southwest Freeway, in Sugar Land. 281-494-9087. wwww.fernandosrestaurants.com. $$ • FB Hickory Barn BAR-B-Q • The Kiddy Brothers came to Houston with great BBQ on their minds. The first BBQ restaurant opened in 1953. Since then the family owned and operated business has

been serving up great BBQ. Although times have changed, our idea of great BBQ hasn’t. Come by and see us. Catering available. • 11534 Wilcrest @ W. Belfort. 281-530-9382. $ Incredible Pizza Company • All-You-CanEat Buffet is Made Fresh, From Scratch, Every Day. Enjoy 30 varieties of Pizza, 3 Styles of Pizza Crust, Meatballs & Spaghetti, Piping Hot Baked Potatoes with All the Toppings, Soups, Fresh Pasta with a Choice of Sauces, a Salad Bar Featuring Over 80 Items Including 9 Different Homemade Salad Dressings, and Desserts. Pies, Cobblers, Bread Pudding, Cinnamon Rolls, Ice Cream, Cookies & Much More for only $6.99 per person. Corporate Events, Team Building, Lock-ins, Birthday Parties, and Every Day Fun! In addition to the Incredible Food, the 20,000 Square Feet of Play Space is a Blast for Kids and Kids at Heart. www.ipcsugarland. com Open Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm, 3412 Highway 6 South @ Williams Trace, 281-313-0631. $ J & L Café • Homestyle Cookin’ like Grandma used to make! Joy Smith and Paul Jordan are back, and they’re cooking up a delightful assortment of homemade dishes to satisfy the heartiest of appetites. Since they opened their new restaurant, they’ve been serving up family recipes handed down for 3 generations. Stop by J & L Café and enjoy Chicken and Dumplings, Smothered Oxtails, Meatloaf, Ribs, Fried Catfish, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Okra, and Cornbread Dressing, to name just a few menu items and daily specials. The assortment of Desserts includes Peach Cobbler, Cheesecake and Banana Pudding, all guaranteed to make your taste buds smile! Joy Smith, co-proprietor, worked as Personal Chef to Former Houston Juneor Lee Brown for many years. Whole Cornish Hens are available on Sundays. Breakfast served Tuesday-Saturday 6-9am, Open for Lunch and Dinner Tuesday-Sunday, Closed Mondays. 1110 FM 2234 on the border of Stafford & Missouri City. 281-499-9895. $ Karl’s At The Riverbend • Romantic Dining in the Country, across the creek from a horse farm. Swiss Chef Karl Camenzind’s menu features Angus steaks, Prime Rib, Wienerschnitzel, Trout Almondine and other fresh fish, Rack of Lamb, Steak and other wild game, Atkins specials, a budget weeknight menu offered along with the regular menu, plus a wonderful Sunday Brunch Buffet. Company Luncheons and Rehearsal Dinners invited. Open Tues-Sat for Dinner and Sunday Brunch 5011 FM 723 Richmond 281-2389300 www.karlsrb.com Read our reviews at www. b4-u-eat.com. $$ • FB 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

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Lupitas Mexican Restaurant • Jaime and Lupe Garcia have lived in Fort Bend for 36 years. Twenty-three of those years have been spent in the restaurant business. If you want authentic Mexican food made from only the freshest ingredients and at a reasonable price, go to Lupitas Mexican Restaurant formerly Pico De Gallo Mexican Restaurant. The Garcias continually concentrate on customer satisfaction. That includes the quality and freshness of their food as well as the family atmosphere of their restaurant. Dine-In, Take-out, and Catering available. 3121 Highway 6, Sugar Land • Call 281-265-6556. $ • WB Mangola’s Fine Italian Restaurant• Serving fine Italian food to Southwest Houston and Fort Bend Country for more than 20 years. Conveniently located at 11786 S. Wilcrest @ Highway 59 S. Open for Lunch and Dinner 7 Days a week. Check out our website www.mangolasrestaurant.com. Call 281-498-6790 for reservations or to schedule your special event. Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine • Discover India with exotic spices and aromatic flavors that will awaken your taste buds and lift you off your feet, we will make you feel like royalty. Mantra Fine Indian Cuisine offers Lunch Buffet and To-Go lunch options, that’s in your budget and leave you to come back for more. Mantra caters to all from spicy hot to mild flavors. We prepare our meals fresh and offer a wide selection of healthy choices. We have full menu and full bar and you can enjoy the evening out on our patio with your family or friends. Mantra also offers special catering promotions for parties and formal functions or any event any size, host in our restaurant or choosing of your choice. Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, Friday to Sunday, Lunch: 11a.m. to 2:30p.m. Lunch: 11a.m. to 2:30p.m. Dinner: 5:30pm to 10p.m. Dinner: 5:30pm to 11p.m.Come visit us at 15295 Southwest Freeway off of Williams Trace exit. For more information, contact us at 281-325-0071 or visit www.mantraofsugarland.com. $$ • FB Old Hickory Inn Barbecue • More than 40 years in business in the Houston and Fort Bend area, Old Hickory Inn Barbecue is famous for their Old Fashion Hickory Smoked Barbecue and numerous Homemade Side Dishes, made fresh daily. They are available to cater your next event, for up to 3000 guests. In addition to great Barbecue, they make an awesome Gyro (Greek wrap featuring beef & lamb), and feature fruit cobbler, cream pies, rice pudding and cheesecake for dessert A casual dining experience in 3 convenient locations, with a drive-through window at the Highway 6 location. Open 7 days a week, Sunday-Thursday from 11am-9pm, and Friday & Saturday 11am-9:30pm. 3334 F.M. 1092 @ Hwy 6 Missouri City 281-499-8904 / 8000 Hwy 6 @ Beechnut 281-983-5020 / 5427 S. Braeswood @ Chimney Rock 713-723-8908. $ • WB

Outback Steakhouse • Inspired by Australia’s spirit of adventure, Outback Steakhouse has been an innovator in the culinary world by creating big, bold flavors using only the freshest ingredients. Voted #1 Best Steak in the 2009 Zagat Survey of National Full-Service Restaurant chains, Outback’s mission is to provide high quality fresh dishes at affordable prices. Explore Outback’s new menu with 15 meals under $15 including new choices, classic favorites and down under prices starting at $9.95. Our favorites include the Bloomin’ Onion®, Outback Special Sirloin with Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie, Honey Dijon Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries and much more! The local Proprietor is Anthony Antonidis. Open Mon.- Thur. 4-10 pm, Fri. 4-11 pm, Sat. 3-11 pm, Sun 11 am-9:30 pm. Located at 15253 Southwest Freeway, (Off Highway 59 and Williams Trace Exit) in Sugar Land, Texas. 281-980-4329. $ FB Panda Garden • Panda Garden Restaurant, the three times winner for Best Oriental Restaurant in Fort Bend County, located at 3563 Highway 6 in Kroger Center, provides a warm, casual environment to best service all diners. The goal of our restaurant is to offer 100% satisfactory to the customers with variety selection of popular Hunan Cuisine. “We offer fresh, made from scratch meals that is unforgettably delicious!” Manager Kenny adds. The restaurant offers accommodations for small group meetings and wonderful party tray for catering to the near by businesses and schools. Panda Garden is open 7 days a week on Mon. – Sat.: 11a.m. – 10 p.m. and Sun. 11a.m. – 9:30p.m. Delivery is available everyday with a min. of $15.00 purchase. A lunch special is offered daily as well as the full regular menu offerings. 3563 Hwy 6 @ Williams Trace, 281-265-0303. $ • WB Pappa La Rosa Flying Pizza and Restaurant • Pappa La Rosa Flying Pizza and Restaurant is a warm and inviting family owned and operated restaurant where pizza, pasta and subs are available on the menu, with daily specials. Catering, a private party room and birthday packages are also available. Dine in or take out. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday – Sunday. • 16227 Lexington Boulevard, Sugar Land • Call 281-313-3500. $ • WB

Post Oak Grill Restaurant & Bar • The Rios Family invites you to come and experience the same quality, ambiance and service that you have at the original Post Oak Gill. Join us for a wonderful culinary adventure featuring fine centercut steaks, chops, fresh seafood, soups, sandwiches, salads, and outstanding wine selection. Open lunch & dinner - Monday-Thursday 11:00-9:00pm, Friday & Saturday 11:00-10:00pm. Happy Hour 3:00-6:00pm. 4524 Highway 6, Sugar Land • Call 281-491-2901.www.postoakgrillsugarland.com $$ • FB Sandy McGee’s Restaurant & Catering • The “BEST” soups, gourmet sandwiches and salads in TEXAS. Casual Dining in Historic Downtown Richmond. Sandy McGee’s has a sterling reputation for “FRESH”. Mon.-Fri. 10am-9pm and Sat.-Sun. 10am-3pm. 314 Morton St., Richmond. 281-344-9393. $ Tacone Flavor Grill • Fresh. Fun. Handmade. Unique Environment. Tacone is a Casual Quick Serve Restaurant with gourmet flavor at not so gourmet prices. Rated Best Gourmet Wrap Restaurant by Restaurant and Resorts. This franchise based company from Los Angeles, CA has unique gourmet wraps, hot pannini sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. There is a BBQ Chicken Quesadillas waiting for you at Tacone. Make your other senses jealous! Sugar Land Town Square, 2228 Texas Drive, Sugar Land, 77479; 281-313-2300, fax: 281-3132305. www.tacone.com. $ Tornado Burger • Home of the famous Spicy Burger. Find out why Houston’s largest newspaper raves about their burgers! Read the review by the Houston Chronicle at: http://blogs.chron.com/cookstour/archives/ 2007/09/burgerology.html. They make their burgers with fresh-ground chuck, and even their buns are handmade! The French fries are fresh Idaho potatoes cut right in front of you and fried to order! They compete with the multinationals with fresh food at low prices and very fast service. Their Philly Cheesesteaks are as good as Pat’s if not better! Open Mon. - Sat. 11am-10pm, Sun. 11am9pm. Dine-In or Drive-Thru. 505 Murphy Rd (FM 1092) just south of Hwy 90 in Stafford, 281-403-FAST (3278). $

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Pete & Shorty’s Fort Bend’s community tavern brings taste, friendly faces and good pricing

here are tons of little neighborhood taverns in the Midwest where neighbors meet, the drinks are cheap, and the food is surprisingly tasty. Pete & Shorty’s, a restaurant that recently opened in the Sugar Land area, may remind you of just such a place. Boasting the “coldest beer in town”, Pete & Shorty’s has a full bar with special pricing on drinks all day, every day. Test the “cold beer” boast for yourself, with a Frozen Schooner of 20 ounces of your favorite brand for just $2.75. For cocktail lovers, prices are only $3 for house brands, $4 for

call brands, and $5 for premium brand liquors. Friendly faces and pricing make this a place that encourages regular visits, with its unpretentious surroundings, menu array, and fun entertainment options for the whole family. Kick up your heels and dance with live bands performing every Friday and Saturday night from 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.; or come and enjoy our outdoor patio for those who smoke or enjoy dining under the stars. Reserve seating in our spacious outdoor patio, including a full bar, for your graduation parties, going away parties,

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birthdays, or just because you want to let loose. This unassuming, little neighborhood hangout brings a note of grace and comfort to an otherwise crowded field of loud, lookat-me restaurant options. Junebe this quiet confidence stems from the knowledge that what Pete & Shorty’s offers is not trendy or transitory, but rather, venerable and traditional: good food at reasonable prices, served by friendly, decent people. It may not be rocket science, but Pete & Shorty shows us that creating a place where people really want to be is a science all in itself.

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