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Editor’s Preview July – a great time to relax and honor local businesses Michael Sudhalter Editor

y the time you’re reading this, you’ll have enjoyed the spectacular fireworks and family barbecues that were held in celebration with America’s 239th Birthday. The Fourth is clearly the highlight of the month, and for many of us, the highlight of the year.

But the rest of July is an excellent month to relax and enjoy those last few weeks before buying pencils, notebooks and backpacks for a school year that arrives before we know it. July is a time to visit the pool or the beach, and to support local Fort Bend and Katy businesses. Part of the reason why local businesses thrive in our community is the success of the Oil & Gas Industry. Even with a downturn in late 2014/early 2015, it’s still helped the Houston area enjoy economic success, while many other states have struggled economically. We also take time in this month’s edition to spotlight Texas District 27 State Rep. Ron Reynolds (D-Missouri City). During the 84th Legislative Session, Reynolds exemplified the spirit of Texas when he and his colleagues put aside partisan differences to serve the interests of Texans in Fort Bend – and statewide. We hope you enjoy reading about him as much as we enjoyed writing the story. Sincerely, Scan with your smart phone to launch to our website.

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

Becky Munnell President and CEO Blue Jungle Marketing

Jacqueline Baly President and CEO Baly Projects, LLC

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

Dee Koch Grant Officer The George Foundation

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New Houston Methodist Sugar Land Orthopedics and Sports Medicine facility serving Fort Bend.............................................................................................6 Darling Homes opens new model home in Village of Sawmill Lake.............................7 Skeeters thrive without MLB affiliation....................................................................................8 Sugar Land artist paints scene of home....................................................................................9 Scavenger History Hunt raises funds and friends for Heritage Foundation...........10 How well do you understand what you own?...................................................................11 A new Boys & Girls club opens to provide after-school & summer programs......12 Credit union to open inside Stafford High..........................................................................14 Medwin Family Medicine & Rehab —Healthcare for the entire family.....................15 Rosenberg native BJ Thomas and The Triumphs return to the Stafford Centre......16 Toll Road Authority general manager discusses future possibilities ........................18 School of Rock has opened its newest location..............................................................20 CompScreen provides highly accurate, state-of-the-art background checks......21 Child Advocates of Fort Bend hires Development Officer............................................25 Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center now open in Katy................................28

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New Houston Methodist Sugar Land Orthopedics and Sports Medicine facility serving Fort Bend

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s new facility.

ouston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s new 75,000-square-foot facility – on the campus of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital – was designed to meet the growing orthopedic needs of the Fort Bend community. The new facility opening June 23 is located on the corner of Highway 59 and Sweetwater Boulevard at 16811 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479. The new location is nearly twice the size of the former facility. It includes office and patient care space for Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s boardcertified and fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons, along with dedicated areas for physical and occupational therapy, which include an indoor batting cage and golf net; an indoor pool with built-in treadmill for aquatic therapy; and an outdoor, state-ofthe-art, 40 x 20-yard field turf training field for athletes recovering from injury. The outside training field will be used to more effectively rehabilitate athletes in the later stages of rehab. “We’ll be able to better

implement our return to play testing, acquire more precise functional objective measures and create more effective performance-based rehab protocols,” says Timothy Sitter, M.D., knee and shoulder surgeon and sports medicine specialist. “All of which will ensure the athletes’ return to their pre-injury level of participation— or better.” With the new facility on the Houston Methodist Sugar Land campus, patients now have even easier access to all of the hospital’s services, including state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging featuring the area’s most powerful, and comfortable, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine to identify soft tissue injuries. “This is an amazing facility,” says joint replacement surgeon Carl Hicks, M.D. “Our goal was to bring together all of our resources and provide the full range of services that patients need in a comfortable, convenient setting. This building is a definite home run.” Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has long been a leader in helping patients from Fort Bend and surrounding areas recover from sports-

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related or other orthopedic injuries or conditions. The practice includes 13 experienced physicians – many with a long history of helping professional, college and high school athletes – along with specially trained physical therapy staff. The center’s orthopedic surgeons are supported by a highly skilled operating room staff, including registered nurses and surgical technicians, all specially trained in orthopedics at Houston Methodist Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. “From diagnosis through treatment and rehabilitation, we have everything a patient needs right here,” says Hicks. “Whether the patient is a professional or amateur athlete or just someone with an injury or chronic condition, we can provide the best possible medical care and treatment right here in Sugar Land.” To schedule an appointment online with one of our specialists at Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine online, simply visit houstonmethodist.org/ orthopedics or call 281.690.4678. Visit our Facebook page at FB.com/ methodistsugarland for the latest news, events and information.

Darling Homes opens new model home in Village of Sawmill Lake

arling Homes, one of Fort Bend’s most active luxury homebuilders, has entered Sienna Plantation’s Village of Sawmill Lake with the debut of a new model home design and new homes on cul-de-sac lots and other prized homesites. “We expect to see quite a bit of interest from current Sienna Plantation residents looking for a new home experience,” says Pansy Reid Wallace, community sales manager for Darling Homes in Sawmill Lake. “There’s an exclusive feel to this new village that will be very appealing to new home buyers.” Darling Homes comes to Sawmill Lake with several one and two-story floor plans, starting from the mid $400s, featuring gourmet kitchen, open-concept family room with corner fireplace, upstairs game room,

master suite and spacious secondary bedrooms. Optional features include outdoor fireplace, covered patio, master bedroom bay window and media room. The Darling Homes model in the Village of Sawmill Lake, with its all-new design, is located at 9814 Maroon Peak Drive. The fully furnished, four-bedroom model is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 6 p.m. Later this summer, Darling Homes will open a second model in Village of Sawmill Lake while offering a collection of one-story luxury patio homes. In addition to its presence in Fort Bend, Darling Homes offers new homes from the $250’s to over $1 million in several of the most sought-after master-planned communities of Kingwood, Humble, Spring, Montgomery, Fulshear and Richmond. Established in 1987, the

company builds high-quality homes which combine custom details, home design options and flexible floor plans. To view new homes available by Darling Homes in The Woodlands and other Houston-area master-planned communities, go to www.DarlingHomes.com. Also, follow Darling Homes at www.Facebook.com/ DarlingHomesHouston, www.Pinterest.com/ DarlingHomesHou and on Twitter and Instragram @DarlingHomesHou.

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Skeeters thrive without MLB affiliation By Michael Sudhalter msudhalter@fortbendstar.com

o the untrained eye, it would make more sense for the Houston Astros to have their top affiliate 20 miles away in Sugar Land than 1,764 miles northwest of Minute Maid Park, in Fresno, Calif. But the truth is both organizations are doing well without each year, and there’s not much of a possibility that Sugar Land would become the home of a Major League Baseball affiliate. The Skeeters compete in the Atlantic League, an independent professional baseball league where players can sign with any MLB affiliate or international professional league at any time. Sugar Land set an Atlantic League attendance record, and the Skeeters are one of the Top 10 most successful minor league franchises at the box office – independent or affiliated. “I have had no conversations with Jim about a AAA affiliate,” said Skeeters owner and Houston-based business owner Bob Zlotnik, who also owns about five percent of the Astros. “It would not make financial sense currently.” The level of baseball in the Atlantic League is comparable to affiliated Triple-A. The difference is that players in affiliated ball are coming up through the system, while half of the players in the Atlantic League have played at least a few games at the MLB level. According to Atlantic League president Rick White, more than 100 players have gone from the Atlantic League back to MLB, and another 700 have returned to affiliated ball. In affiliated ball, the players from the affiliate can only go directly to the parent club, unless the parent club trades them to another organization. Owners of independent league teams and coaches/managers have more freedom in running their organizations. MLB affiliates are run to the tune of the parent organization’s leadership, with the tradeoff that the big league club picks up the tab for salaries, uniforms and equipment. Player salaries can range anywhere from $1,500-$3,000 per month. From an on-the-field perspective, independent ball can be more flexible. Case-in-point: then-MLB commissioner Bud Selig ordered a study on “speed of play” and almost a decade later, no rules have been changed. The Atlantic League

did the same thing and implemented adjustments within a season. SUGAR LAND AFFILIATION IS “HIGHLY, HIGHLY UNLIKELY” One doesn’t have to move heaven and earth to bring an MLB baseball team to a new city, but it’s not simple either. An existing MLB affiliate would have to be up for sale and purchased, and the price tag ranges between $20-25 million. Then, their league would have to approve the relocation to another city. Stadium leases, other considerations and “hoops to jump through” must be considered. The other option would be the Astros purchasing the Skeeters and moving the rights to Sugar Land. “It’s highly, highly unlikely,” said Astros media relations manager Steven Grande. Either way, the affiliate would likely have to pay some type of compensation to the independent league that would be relinquishing an attractive market. If affiliated ball ever comes to Sugar Land, it will be affiliated with the Astros, since they have territorial rights. The consensus in the baseball community is that the Astros will re-connect with the the Nolan Ryan-owned Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock, and that Fresno is a temporary situation. Round Rock served Houston’s top affiliate from 2005-2010, and they’ve been with the Texas Rangers ever since. In the Austin-Round Rock area, the Astros and Rangers compete for fans who may be on the fence. “Having a team in the suburbs of Houston doesn’t do a whole lot for the franchise,” said former Astros General Manager/former Skeeters advisor Tal Smith. “Most baseball fans in the Houston area are Astros fans. There’s not a whole lot to be gained.” However, some franchises have affiliates in their metropolitan areas, or nearby, such as July 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

Seattle (Tacoma), Boston (Pawtucket) and Texas (Frisco). “Every single Frisco player is under contract to the major league club, which allows us to promote future MLB stars and to host current MLB players who are rehabbing injuries,” said Jason Dambach, General Manager of the Frisco Roughriders. A STRONG LEAGUE HELPS THE SKEETERS One of the concerns for minor league teams – in any sport – is the stability of the league. The Atlantic League has operated since 1998 and has eight teams, with Sugar Land being the only franchise not located on the Eastern Seaboard. According to White, the league president, the franchises work together like a neighborhood Homeowner’s Association and make sure everybody is keeping their proverbial yards in shape. “The clubs hold each other to a very high standard,” White said. “The owners are highly successful business people who are able to absorb short term bumps in the road.” A former MLB executive for 20 years, White said teams thrive based on the ownership, not whether the franchise is affiliated or independent. “If you’re a good operator,” White said. “you’ll make money no matter where you are.” Opening Day Partners (ODP), the Maryland-based group that started the Skeeters, had a majority stake in four of the eight franchises at one point. After the 2014 season, ODP sold the franchise to Bob and Marcie Zlotnik, who owned a one-third of the Skeeters since 2012. Today, ODP only owns a majority stake in one team now, “That is the strategic plan of (ODP chairman) Peter Kirk and his associates, and they’re seeing the fruition of that strategy” White said. “They find a local minority owner, and within a few years, that local investor has sufficient interest in the club.” White said the Zlotniks have been instrumental in planning to help expand the Atlantic League into the southwest, and more teams could be added by 2017. At that point, White said the league would change its name to better reflect its geography. With more teams in the southwest, the league could probably create a third division and it would significantly trim Sugar Land’s travel costs.

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Sugar Land artist paints scene of home By Michael Sudhalter msudhalter@fortbendstar.com

rowing up on a ranch in the central Texas town of Fayetteville, Sandra Stevens had two constants in her life. “They were farm animals and painting,” said Stevens, who rode horses competitively at Blinn College in Brenham. Her aunt helped teach her how to paint, and the most obvious subjects were the horses, cows and other animals on the ranch. “My art education comes from observation and practice, and what I learned from my aunt,” Stevens said. Stevens, who has lived in Sugar Land since the late 1980s, combined those two things to begin painting as a hobby. Upon retirement from a job in the legal industry, it has become her career for the past eight

years. Her work is featured in galleries throughout the state (Austin, Bellville, Marble Falls, Coriscana, Round Top and Clifton), and she was recently asked to have her work featured at the Worrell Gallery in Santa Fe, N.M. Her work is also featured in private collections throughout Texas and the United States. “I like to be able to drive to my galleries, but when you get an invitation for a prestigious gallery, you go,” Stevens said. For many years, Stevens observed livestock and other country scenes, and painted them. But she’s recently become interested in surrealism. Each of her paintings takes about a week to complete. Her current project is a painting of a cow situated in an old-fashioned bathtub. “I was a longtime photographer, so I have that eye everywhere I look,” Stevens said. “I like painting a realistic animal in a different

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Scavenger History Hunt raises funds and friends for Heritage Foundation

he Sugar Land Heritage Foundation launched its first Discover Sugar Land Scavenger History Hunt on Sunday, May 17, with a splash. Fifteen competitive teams took off to discover and locate historical landmark sites in Sugar Land. Despite the morning downpour, the teams enthusiastically embarked on their quest and texted in their answers and locations to earn points throughout the afternoon. The event concluded with a sunny evening as the participants returned to the Fort Bend Toyota facility for a sumptuous buffet and libations generously donated and sponsored by Safari Texas and Allison Wen. The event was hosted at the Fort Bend Toyota dealership, one of the homes of the Title Sponsor, Sterling McCall Auto Group. Team sponsors and participants included Johnson Development, LJA Engineering, Union Pacific, Linbeck, St Luke’s CHI Hospital, and Houston Sugar Land Methodist Hospital, as well as many other Friends of the Foundation. The winning team, sponsored by Union Pacific, was comprised of former Sugar Land Mayor Bill Little, Barbara Beavers, Chuck Kelly and Raquel Espinoza. Coming in second place was the team of Judge Justin Joyce, Mary Joyce and Cynthia Bartholomew. A team created in honor of the Carl and Mary Foundation came in third with Councilwoman Amy Mitchell, Councilman Harish Jajoo, Sue Sanchez and David Lanagan. The Sugar Land Heritage Foundation’s mission is to preserve the history of Sugar Land and create its future home as a Heritage Museum in an old Imperial Sugar building. The next Sugar Land Heritage Foundation event is a Prohibition Party, which promises to be a speakeasy

Winners of the Scavenger History Hunt benefiting the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation gathered for a celebratory photo at the History Hunt Party at Fort Bend Toyota. Pictured left to right: Sue Sanchez, Amy Mitchell, Harish Jajoo, Mary Joyce, Justin Joyce, Cynthia Bartholomew, Raquel Espinoza, Chuck Kelly, Bill Little and Barbara Batten.

celebration of cocktails and fine fare on October 1, 2015. For more information, please visit the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation website at www.slheritage.org or contact Dennis Parmer, Executive Director, at 281494-0261 or dparmer@slheritage.org.

Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land names first founding partner: Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land

CE SL, LLC today announced Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land as a founding partner of its latest project, the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land. The luxury automotive retailer will be the official automotive sponsor for the state-of-the-art performance venue. “Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land is the ideal choice for this exclusive partnership,” said David M. Anderson, CEO, ACE. “As one of the most highly-regarded dealerships in the region, their support will add an extra level of luxury to the sponsored VIP areas and events.” The partnership includes: • Exclusive, pre-sale ticket opportunities for events for Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land clients

• Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land branded VIP lounge for suite and premium seat holders • The Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land Concert Series featuring four concerts annually, with special advanced pre-sale ticket offers exclusive to Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land clients • Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land automotive displays • Audience engagement opportunities including an interactive kiosk and test drive events • Exclusive reveal events to showcase new Mercedes-Benz models “Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land has been invested in our community for more than 12 years,” said Kenneth W. Enders, Owner and President, Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land. “The

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Smart Financial Centre will be a game-changing asset, furthering the arts in the city of Sugar Land and we are thrilled to be a founding partner of this project.” As previously announced, the Sugar Land City Council approved the design and construction of the $84 million indoor performance venue that will be the first of its kind in the region and set a new standard for “the live performance venue of the future.” Smart Financial Credit Union is the name-intitle sponsor and has agreed to a five-year term with a five-year option to extend. Keep apprised of the construction and all of the venue developments by liking us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ SmartCentreTX.

How well do you understand what you own?

ave you ever been shocked to look at your bank statement and see that the cost of your cable and internet sharply increased? You immediately called to find out why they were charging you more, didn’t you? But, after multiple audio voices, and a litany of pressing buttons, you finally reach a human voice only to hear: “I’m sorry, but that is your new monthly charge after the first year — didn’t you read the fine print? If you’d like, we can cancel your internet to lower your charges.” You vaguely remember reading something that the price could increase after the first year, but you never imagined it would increase 30%! Defeated, you hang up the phone and wonder if it’s worth changing to another company. This situation is similar to how many investors feel about their investments. Many investors, for example, are unaware of exactly what they are paying in fees. On top of that, they really don’t understand the investment tools that their advisor is using. Mutual funds are a good example of this dilemma. Under current law, mutual funds are not

required to disclose all of the fees and costs inherent in them. Unstated costs of mutual funds include trading costs, commissions, market impact costs and taxes. Because some of these calculaApril R. Roberts, J.D. tions are difficult, current law does not require the mutual fund companies to disclose all of them. While this law is being revisited, wouldn’t you rather find out now what your mutual funds are costing you sooner rather than later? At Roberts Wealth Management, we have an ongoing policy of education — both before and after you become a client. We like to say that you can’t really make a decision about your investments or if you need to change them until you fully understand what you own. Likewise, while we help our clients

make informed decisions; we hold quarterly informational events in addition to client reviews to make sure your plan keeps up with you as life changes. Just last week, John and Betty, a Richmond couple who had come in for a second opinion on their retirement accounts, told me, “April, we’ve never understood our investments like this before.” They were excited, but also a little disappointed. Betty kept saying, “I wish we had known this before.” This is a statement that we hear all too often in appointments with prospective clients. While we can’t change the past, we can empower you to make the best decision for you and your family going forward. Why wait five to ten more years before you understand your investments? Call our office today at 281-277-0645, or email us at retire@robertswealth.com to set a time to come in and get your complimentary fee and risk analysis.

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A new Boys & Girls club opens to provide afterschool and summer programs to local youth

oys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston expands its footprint with new Richmond-Rosenberg Club in Fort Bend County The youth in Richmond and Rosenberg have another reason to celebrate the coming summer months away from school. A brand new Boys & Girls Club has opened its doors to provide fun, enriching programs to all youth ages six to 17. The 21,000-square-foot, stateof-the-art facility, constructed by Kirksey Architecture and D. E. Harvey Builders, boasts a full-size gymnasium for sports and recreation, a library and learning center, computer lab, kids’ café, art room, game room with billiards and video games, and an exclusive teen room. Club members will also receive free meals and snacks as part of their membership. “This new Club is Boys & Girls Clubs’ response to the overwhelming need for youth in this community to have access to a safe place with impactful programs that provide opportunity for youth to achieve great futures,” said Kevin Hattery, the president & CEO for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. “We are so proud of this new Club and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of our Club members and want to express our sincerest appreciation to The George Foundation and The Henderson-Wessendorff Foundation for their generous support of this undertaking.”

In attendance to celebrate the grand opening were Richmond Mayor Evalyn Moore and Rosenberg Mayor Cynthia McConathy as well as representatives from project supporters, including The George Foundation and Henderson-Wessendorff Foundation. Nearly 125 Club members were on hand to celebrate the new Club. The new Richmond-Rosenberg Club has

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LeBron James-owned Pizza joint coming to Sugar Land

laze Fast-Fire’d Pizza, the fastcasual concept known for its chefdriven menu and casually hip restaurants, today announced that it will soon be opening two new locations in the Houston area this summer. The second area restaurant will open in August in Sugar Land’s Town Center (16100 Kensington Dr.), with a 2,300 square foot location, featuring seating for 60 inside and an outdoor patio, near Ragin Cajun. Blaze Pizza is a modern day “pizza joint” known for its custom-built artisanal pizzas, freshly made salads, blood orange lemonade and s’more pies. Each restaurant features an interactive assembly-line format that allows guests to customize one of the menu’s signature pizzas or create their own, choosing from a wide selection of fresh, artisanal ingredients – all for under $8. The generously-sized 11-inch pizzas are then sent to a blazing hot open-flame oven – the centerpiece of the restaurant – where dedicated pizzasmiths ensure that the thin-crust pies are fast-fire’d and ready to eat in just 180

seconds. Each restaurant makes its own dough from scratch using a recipe developed by critically-acclaimed Executive Chef Bradford Kent (“The Pizza Whisperer”), which requires a 24-hour fermentation period to produce his signature light-as-air, crisp crust. For pizza fans with specific dietary needs, Blaze Pizza offers gluten-free dough and vegan cheese. Both Houston area restaurants will also feature a selection of wine and craft beer. The company’s mantra of making “intelligent choices” goes beyond selecting insanely great ingredients and serving exceptional pizzas. Each restaurant is carefully designed to suit its own space, with awardwinning architect Ana Henton thoughtfully applying unique elements and fire-inspired colors to each location – creating a warm, inviting environment that fits within the local neighborhood. Additionally, Blaze is committed to sustainability and uses ecofriendly packaging and locally sourced ingredients whenever practical. “Our mission at Blaze is really simple – we’re all about bringing the community a place where

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ike most schools, Stafford High has science labs for experiments, a library for books and multimedia and a gymnasium for athletics. Starting in August, SHS will become one of only two schools in the Houston area with a credit union on campus. The other one is Lamar High in Houston. District and city leaders met with Smart Financial Credit Union about the possibility of setting up a credit union, along with financial literacy classes as electives in the curriculum. “When Dr. Bostic became superintendent of Stafford Municipal School District, the discussions continued,” said Stafford MSD Grants & Career Programs Specialist Cherise Roberts. “Smart Financial broached the subject of adding a banking center to SMSD. We were excited and of course, the answer was yes.” Bostic and other district leaders toured the banking center at Lamar, and the school district’s board of trustees voted to approve it earlier this year. “Financial literacy classes will be offered to all SMSD students,” Roberts said. “The programs will be customized to each age group and cover everything from the basics of saving for the elementary school students to the importance of credit to high school students. Smart Financial will even offer programs to the parents such as Finance 101, Home Buying, Car Buying and Saving Practices.” The addition of the Credit Union means that students will work there, along with a banking center manager from Smart Financial. There will also be internship opportunity for students. SMSD students will be able to set up savings and checking accounts. With their parents’ involvement, they’ll be able to obtain credit cards, auto and personal loans. “The banking center will function as a traditional credit union,” Roberts said. “It is also open to the Stafford community.

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Rosenberg native BJ Thomas and The Triumphs return to the Stafford Centre - July 23 70 million records and is the only artist to ever have the Song of the Year on the pop, country and gospel charts. Thomas is celebrating a half a century in music and 47 years since his first gold selling hit on Scepter Records. He has had 15 Top 40 Pop/Rock Hits and 10 Top 40 Country Chart Hits. He is also included in Billboard’s Top 50 most played artists over the past 50 years. BJ Thomas continues to tour throughout the United States and internationally. His latest album The Living Room Sessions features duets with famed guest artists including country legend Vince Gill and Lyle Lovett, rocker Isaac Slade (lead singer of The Fray) and producer/ songwriter/singer Steve Tyrell. Join BJ Thomas with special guests The Triumphs for a memorable night at The Stafford Centre on July 23 at 8 pm. The Stafford Centre is located 15 minutes west of the Galleria on Highway 59 exit Murphy Road. Tickets are available at the box office at 281-208-6900 or www.staffordcentre. com.

J Thomas, a five time Grammy and two time Dove Award winner, will be live at The Stafford Centre on July 23 produced by CMH Productions. The Triumphs will also make a special appearance. In 1966, B. J. Thomas and The Triumphs released a cover of the Hank Williams song, “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry.” Their version caught the attention of Steve Tyrell, a young promoter at Scepter Records. The label released the song nationally and it sold over a million copies and was awarded a gold record. Thomas came back to achieve success again in 1968, first with “The Eyes of a New York Woman”, then five months later with the much bigger “Hooked On a Feeling” which became Thomas’ second million-selling record. BJ Thomas soon became one of Scepter Records most successful solo artists. In 1969, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid featured Thomas singing the Burt Bacharach and Hal David song “Raindrops

Keep Fallin’ on My Head.” It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song that year and became the number one song on the Billboard Hot 100 in January 1970. Sales of the record also exceeded one million copies with Thomas receiving his third gold record. Thomas is a true American institution with iconic pop, country and gospel hits that transcends generations. He has sold more than

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ill the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority (FBCTRA) ever link the 10-mile gap between the Fort Bend Parkway and the Grand Parkway? “It’s a very long term project – it’s at least 7 to 10 years down the road,” said FBCTRA General Manager Mike Stone. “Ultimately, it will be beneficial because it would give people an alternative route. It will be a good mobility project for Fort Bend County.” If it happens, it would likely add another bridge over the Brazos River. Currently, there are only seven bridges over the Brazos between Freeport and Bryan – with four of them located in Fort Bend County. The FBCTRA has contracted the management of the Authority through Stone’s Sugar Land-based consulting firm, Mike Stone Associates, since 2002. Stone began work as the Vice-Chairman of the Authority in 1996. The FBCTRA has a board that is appointed by the county commissioners and has open public meetings at the Fort Bend Economic Development Council room at the Fluor building in Sugar Land. Toll Roads such as the Fort Bend Parkway and the Fort Bend portions of the Grand Parkway and Westpark Tollway don’t use any tax money for their roads. “The only money we spend is from the revenue on the tolls,” Stone said. Currently, the FBCTRA – which itself has no full-time employees – is waiting for the results of a preliminary feasibility study by engineering firm, Brown & Gay, on whether linking the two toll roads would be a good idea. If the study, which is expected to be completed and returned this summer, is positive, than the FBCTRA will look to request a more detailed feasibility study including preliminary design that could cost more than a $1 million.

ONGOING DEVELOPMENTS – Fort Bend motorists won’t have to wait until the mid 2020s for some updates on the toll roads in the county. Last week, the County Commissioners approved a plan for the FBCTRA to give motorists an additional 30 days before nonpayment goes to collections. The FBCTRA is all-electronic based with electronic tags. If a motorist drives on the road without a tag, after incurring 5 violations they’ll receive a $26.75 bill in the mail which is the cost of the tolls plus a $5 administrative fee for each violation. As it currently stands, that bill will increase to $101.75 after a month when it is turned over to collections. The new action would increase the bill to $31.75 after a month, and $101.75 (collections) after two months. It’s an added cost to the FBCTRA if the bill goes to collections. After six months, the bill increases to $211.75, which includes a trip to court. Stone said out of 75 million transactions per year, there’s only about 200 individuals who end up being summoned to court. If motorists don’t pay the bill, the FBCTRA can block the renewal of their vehicle registration. • The Fort Bend portion of the Grand Parkway has seven toll plazas, between Fry Rd. and U.S. Hwy. 59, and a total cost of $2.45. Stone said the FBCTRA is

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considering a “frequent traveler program” that would give discounts to motorists who drive the entire portion of the toll-based Grand Parkway. • The cost of traveling from Sienna Parkway to Beltway 8 on the Fort Bend Parkway is $1.40. “FBCTRA has the lowest violation fees cost of any toll road in the state, and the toll rates on FBCTRA roads are in line with the average toll rates per mile in the Houston area,” Stone said. “We’re a very low-cost organization.” Continue into Harris County for a trip to downtown Houston, however, more than doubles the cost with a toll of $1.45. Stone said he’d discuss the matter with Harris County Toll Road Authority leaders to see why their toll is so comparatively high. • Stone is working with toll road leaders in neighboring states such as Louisiana, Oklahoma, Kansas and Florida, so that toll road tags are interoperable throughout the state. He expects the plan to be complete within the next two years. Currently, toll tags in Houston, Dallas and Austin are interoperable. Stone added that a plan to have interoperable toll tags, nationally, could be a possibility by the end of the decade. • The Fort Bend Parkway/Highway 6 overpass is expected to be completed by the fall of 2016.

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School of Rock has opened its newest location

he leader in performance-based music education, School of Rock has opened its newest Houstonarea location – School of Rock Sugar Land (1935 Lakeside Plaza Drive) – and a Grand Opening Celebration is slated to rock the heart of Sugar Land on Saturday, June 20. Open to anyone with a passion for music and an eagerness to know what School of Rock is all about, this all-ages event will include clinics and workshops hosted by Music Director Aaron Lehnen, light refreshments and small bites, tours of the new school, meet and greets with the expert staff, sign ups for tree trial lessons, and more. “School of Rock Sugar Land will open on a high note following the launch of two other highly successful schools in The Woodlands and Kingwood,” said Marc Reczek, Regional Manager and Music Director for three School of Rock locations in the Houston area. “Our Grand Opening event will be an opportunity for anyone curious about learning music to come see what we do and experience how School of Rock changes lives every day. We don’t just teach music; our students leave their rehearsals and performances feeling like better human beings and more productive members of society. Anyone can teach you four chords on guitar. We teach goal setting, team building, and social skills. Music is the language we use to teach our students how to be successful. They gain confidence and receive a professional music education.” School of Rock is an ingenious concept that gets kids and adults rocking out to classic and modern day hits while performing on stage with peers. Music programs are designed to create a supportive environment where music students of all skill levels are comfortable yet challenged at every turn. In addition to individual private music instruction on guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards and/or drums, students also contextualize what they learn through weekly jam sessions with other students. The team dynamic spawns a motivating and personally fulfilling setting where kids feel inspired to excel. Once the students have learned their “set” of music, they perform in real music venues for hundreds of attendees, gaining invaluable knowledge about what it’s like to actually be a working musician in the industry. There is an

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unparalleled progression that School of Rock students can embark on – from the various levels within each school to the national All Stars touring School of Rock band. The global network provides students with the opportunity to perform at musical cornerstones like Lalapalooza, opening for major arena-level bands, playing large sporting events and much more. “We have multiple programs to accommodate any skill level,” said Reczek. “From toddlers all the way to adults, we provide every student with quality instruction, socialization, and live performance opportunities in the Houston area and even throughout the United States. Young musicians who wouldn’t otherwise have a community of people like themselves consider School of Rock a home away from home. There really is nothing like this anywhere else and you will notice a change in our students, not just musically, but in how they live their lives.” Reczek has been with School of Rock since The Woodlands school opened in December of 2012. That school has climbed into the top five best-performing schools out of more than 150 schools worldwide. Due to high demand, Reczek unveiled a second school – School of Rock Kingwood – just one year ago, and now

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he’s embarking on his third opening in Sugar Land. The increased demand shows an inspiring trajectory for the future of music education in today’s youth. Houston area families of all backgrounds are grasping that music education enriches almost every other aspect of a person’s well-being. Along with the rapid ascension of School of Rock in the Houston area, Reczek and his team are taking the concept to unprecedented levels. In The Woodlands, Reczek’s team built sister companies joined to the school. Dark Side Of The Spoon was the first venture; it’s a reimagined yogurt shop offering an array of mouth-watering sandwiches, flatbreads, a fullservice espresso bar, smoothies and more. The second sister business Reczek launched next to School of Rock The Woodlands is called The Wall. Another tribute to Pink Floyd, The Wall is a converted exercise studio that now serves as an ideal performance venue for the School of Rock musicians and other local artists. Reczek’s visionary take on the School of Rock program is turning the music school into even more of a community, and his team looks forward to creating more of these larger experiences as they prepare to open three more schools in the Houston area after Sugar Land (exact locations forthcoming).

Comprehensive Screening Services (CompScreen) provides highly accurate, state-of-the-art background checks BY MICHAEL SUDHALTER

ugar Land residents Jacquie and Anthony Palisch decided to start Comprehensive Screening Services (Compscreen) earlier this year to provide businesses with quick, accurate and state-of-the-art online background checks. “Clients should use us because we offer the convenience and responsiveness of a local business, yet we are powered by Background Screeners of America (BSA), a premier natural provider of online background screening, delivering superior information quality,” Jacquie said. “Let us help you protect your most valuable asset— your business, family, school or other community entity. You conduct your own searches, available 24/7. Most results are virtually instant. You access them online at our password protected website

around the clock.” Compscreen provides everything from criminal and civil background checks, to credit checks, Department of Motor Vehicle instant searches, academic verification, personal/professional references and much more. In addition to background checks, Compscreen provides drug testing services, instant drug testing supplies and DNA/ Paternity tests, saving their clients over 20 percent on average. What is the need for pre-employment background checks? Statistics show that 53 percent of resumes and applications contain falsifications in them, and seven percent of applicants had a felony record. The American Council for Drug Education reports that nearly 75 percent of drug users are employed and active in the workplace. All of Compscreen’s services are

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REYNOLDS Making a positive impact in the community

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exas State District 27 Representative Ron Reynolds (D-Missouri City) has remained humble and modest, even as he became the No. 2 Democrat in the Texas House of Representatives earlier this year. District 27 consists of Stafford, Missouri City, Meadows Place, Fresno, Arcola, and parts of Houston, Sugar Land, and Pearland. The 84th Session began in January 2015 and ended in May. Reynolds, 41, was the Democratic Whip during the 84th Legislative Session and continues to grow as a leader committed to improving the lives of local residents. “I think I’ve grown in that I have a solid appreciation for working across the

aisle,” Reynolds said. “To effectively get legislation passed, it’s not about political parties. It’s about what’s best for Texas and what’s best for your constituents.” Reynolds has gradually learned about compromising with his Republican colleagues in the House. “You don’t always get everything you want, but getting most of what you want is better than nothing,” Reynolds said. Reynolds’ ability to work with different legislators with various political viewpoints resulted in successful legislation earlier this year. Due to tragedies in places like Ferguson, Mo. and New York, Reynolds announced last fall a community meeting that he would make Criminal Justice Reform a priority in the legislative session. “Prior to the session, I never focused on Criminal Justice Reform,” Reynolds said. The third-term legislator didn’t disappoint. Many of the bills that he sponsored or co-sponsored will pass, unless Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes them. Reynolds, however, is confident they will become law. He is proud of the Body Camera Bill that will begin a pilot program, requiring Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H July 2015

law enforcement officers in some communities to wear body cameras while patrolling the communities they serve. “It will build public trust and confidence in our Criminal Justice system,” Reynolds said. After some initial resistance, Reynolds was able to help build a coalition of support for the bill among law enforcement leaders and district attorneys. Cities will be able to apply for state grants and federal funding for the program, which Reynolds said “will save money in the long run” because it will prevent lawsuits and complaints from citizens. Truancy Reform was a major issue in the 84th Legislative Session, and Reynolds worked with Republican House colleagues James White and Dan Huberty, and State. Sen John Whitmire (D) to decriminalize Truancy. Abbott signed the bill last month. As a result of the legislation, school districts will be required to intervene more before a case winds up in court. CONTINUES...

“It was a common sense reform” Fort Bend was the center of Above his legislative and legal accomplishments, Ron says he’s what was wrong with the Truancy Laws,” Reynolds said. “This most proud and grateful for his wife, Dr. Jonita Reynolds and legislation will fundamentally change that and give parents and their three children. His wife is CEO of Gulf Coast Community students relief, putting Fort Bend ISD in a new direction.” Services Association. Ten year-old, Lacey, is a budding violist and Reynolds also worked on a Grand Jury reform bill with a big help to Mom and Dad. And 4 year old twins, Ronald III Whitmire and fellow Democrat Representative Harold Dutton and Reagan are, “Into everything!” (D-Houston). The bill changes the “key man system” where a local judge selects members of a grand jury, to a random system Q - What is your business philosophy/motto? similar to the trial jury selection. A) - As a servant-leader, I embrace the business philosophy that During his second term, some of the most “gratifying‚“ work excellence is not the goal; it’s the standard. In every personal and he conducted while in Austin was creating a state wide water professional pursuit, I mark my work with excellence, and when plan and resuming funding for the school districts. Reynolds called, I answer. It is because I walk the talk, daily, I can fervently co-authored House Bill 5, an important bill that “reduces high say that there are no circumstances around me more powerful stakes testing, creates multiple graduation plans and student that the power within me. Each day, I plan purposefully, prepare flexibility, and better prepares our students for college and prayerfully, proceed positively, and pursue persistently. Once I‚Äôve the workforce.” He co-authored another bill that provides done all that I can leverage my resources in order to organize, opportunities for high school students to take career and strategize, mobilize, and politicize, I am reassured knowing that technology courses that will train them with a skill to enter there is a Higher Power that will do what I can.” straight into the workforce after graduation. Reynolds, who grew up in Fort Bend County, always knew Q - Why do you remain committed to serving the he wanted to work in public service. He worked as a municipal community? judge in Houston, and did an internship for State Sen. Rodney A) - Gandhi’s profound words inspire me, “We must be the change Ellis (D-Houston), which he believes helped him on the path of we wish to see in the world.” Those who know me know that I becoming a state legislator. embody an inherent fervor for helping others, especially those less Reynolds, who said he hopes to run for U.S. Congress at fortunate than I. Therefore, as long as I have breath, I vow to give some point, makes it a point to engage with his constituents and my time, talents, and treasures to heal the hurts of humanity. Because attend community meetings during the legislative offseason that of personal challenges in my life, I recognize that I did not achieve is the second half of 2015 and the entirety of 2016. what are defining as the pinnacle of success all by myself. Thus, it is “I want to keep my pulse to the community and the incumbent upon me to bridge the chasm that has allowed me to excel community’s needs,” Reynolds said. “I’m proud to serve as State beyond heights ever imaginable. Representative of one of the most diverse districts in Texas.” Reynolds said he devotes more time to being a state Q - As an attorney, what sets you apart from others in your representative than he does as an attorney in the private sector. area of expertise? He’s proud of Ronald E. Reynolds & Associates, PLLC, a law A) - I believe what sets me apart is my intense work ethic, firm he founded that specializes in personal injury, accidents, commitment to excellence, dedication to even the smallest detail and wrongful death cases and civil litigation. passion for helping each client no matter He earned a law degree, with honors, at how small their case is. 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Sheriff’s office generates Revenue for Fort Bend County residents In early 2013, Sheriff Troy E. Nehls and the executive staff of the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Detention Bureau began to reach out to neighboring agencies in an attempt to formulate partnerships in regards to the housing of those agencies’ excess inmate populations. Within months, the Detention Bureau reached contract housing agreements with the Austin County Sheriff’s Office, Wharton County Sheriff’s Office, Waller County and the United States Marshals Service. Since May, 2013, the Sheriff’s Office has housed a daily average of 150 prisoners. While the contract housing agreement with the United States Marshals Service is the flagship agreement, the Sheriff’s Office continues to maintain a steady monthly average of inmates from the additional agreements

with the Wharton County Sheriff’s Office and periodically from the Austin County Sheriff’s Office. Since the inception of the contract housing program, the Fort Bend County Troy E. Nehls Sheriff’s Office has generated gross revenue of $5,045,019.24 with net revenue reaching $4,072,763.14. “The Sheriff’s Office budget is approaching $60 million annually,” said Sheriff Troy E. Nehls. “The monies generated through this program will help ease the tax burden of the residents of Fort Bend County.”

UnitedHealthcare awards 10 School-to-Work Internships to Fort Bend ISD Students Ten Fort Bend Independent School District students, teachers, families and UnitedHealthcare leaders participated in a Project SEARCH graduation ceremony at UnitedHealthcare’s offices in Sugar Land on June 3, 2015. Project SEARCH is a school-to work program designed to hire and train people living with disabilities. The program provides real-life work experience through internships at UnitedHealthcare, which donated $15,000 to fund the program. The goal is to help young adults make a successful transition from school to productive adult life through employment training and learning independent living skills. Fort Bend Independent School District students ages 18-22 and living with disabilities were eligible to apply for the program. 10 Fort Bend ISD High School students graduated from the Project SEARCH program after completing their internship at UnitedHealthcare. The internship, which took place during

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Child Advocates of Fort Bend hires Development Officer Child Advocates of Fort Bend has named Jessica Jubin as its newest Development Officer. She will be working with corporations and foundations on charitable giving and sponsorships. Prior to joining the Fort Bend charity, she raised more than $6.2 million for various Houston nonprofit organizations. Most recently, she served as Development Director for the Houston Audubon Society and completed its capital campaign to restore the Edith L. Moore historic log home, established their planning giving marketing, and oversaw a full-service development department. She previously served as Director of Research for the Houston Zoo and was the 1940 Air Terminal Museum’s first Development Director. Jubin is a graduate of the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications where she studied radio and television. She served as a television news reporter, anchor and talk radio host for several local channels throughout Florida prior to moving to Texas. Jubin has volunteered her time to various boards, committees and service organizations including the Cullinan Park Conservancy and the Greater Houston Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. She is a member of the Texas Master Naturalists Coastal Prairie Chapter in Fort Bend and is a recent graduate of the United Way Project Blueprint leadership Class 30. Jessica brings a wealth of experience and knowledge,” stated Ruthanne Mefford, Chief Executive Officer at Child Advocates of Fort Bend. “We know she can help us elevate ourfundraising efforts to a new level.”

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Melissa Bolding named TEPSA Region 4 assistant Principal of the Year Colony Meadows Elementary School administrator will be honored June 10 at the TEPSA awards reception The Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) named Melissa Bolding of Colony Meadows Elementary School as the 2015 Region 4 Assistant Principal of the Year. The peer-based award recognizes assistant principals for their commitment to student learning as evidenced by exceptional school leadership. “Assistant principals play a critical role in their students’ and school’s success, and we are proud to recognize them for their leadership and dedication to Texas students,” said TEPSA Executive Director Harley Eckhart. “I am very honored to be recognized for

doing something I truly love,” shared Bolding. “I continuously strive to provide the best instructional leadership for our Colony Meadows Tigers, educating their minds and their hearts.” Bolding has served Melissa Bolding in Fort Bend ISD for 16 years in various roles, including elementary English Language Arts teacher, summer school facilitator, and interim principal. She earned her Master of Science degree in Administration and Supervision and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Houston, and also holds a Bach-

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elor’s degree in Advertising. Bolding believes it is imperative to educate the whole child and works to ensure that her students are successful. “Miss Bolding does an excellent job as assistant principal at our campus,” said Eugene Dupont, Principal at Colony Meadows Elementary School. “Her daily interactions with students, staff and parents are always done with professionalism, and she works daily to ensure that all students are valued and that instruction is delivered in a way to help students achieve their goals. She is a valuable asset to the Colony Meadows team.” Bolding and other TEPSA honorees will be recognized at the association’s awards reception on June 10 at the Austin Renaissance Hotel.

Beck Jr. High 8th Grade End-of-the-Year Party Celebration was held on Friday, May 15. This is an annual tradition for all 8th graders as their years at Beck comes to a close. Eighth Grade Activities Co-Chair Michelle Phelps and Janet Gardner and committee worked on this event since August of 2014 to make it a success and a fun time for all. The Beck PTA and staff put on a wonderful celebration for everyone with Beck Idol, Beck Vegas, Dancing with the Stars, a Candy Bar, Basketball games and Photo Booth. About 75% of the Eighth grade students were on hand to enjoy themselves. A special thanks to Kroger, Sweet Jesse’s Treats and Cinco Ranch Chick-fil-A for their generous donations.

GOT NEWS? 1st Row: Alex Hunter, Walker Griffin, Ryan Connors, Ali Russell, Cole Cambell, Mishael Ennis, Zachary Blanchard, Josh Cooks. 2nd Row: Carter Hines, Emily Martinez, Christabella Siboro, Lauren Woodard, Leah Davis, Tiffany Wells, Jessica Irving, Avery Sleeper, Nick Pappas, Grace Shugart. Abby McCain and Kiera Meloche.

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Riverstone hires new development manager Riverstone has hired local land specialist June Tang as the community’s new development manager. Tang, who has lived in Houston since age 4, has worked in land development in Houston since 2007, June Tang managing numerous projects for AECOM Technology (formerly Turner Collie & Braden), including those in Cinco Ranch, Bayou Lakes, Cypress Creek Lakes and others. She worked at Costello Engineering as the project engineer on Wildwood at Northpointe and, most recently, as land development manager for KB Home communities in Houston and Fort Bend. “I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to

work with what is known as the best community in the greater Houston area and state of Texas,” Tang said. “It is very attractive to be part of the grandeur that is Riverstone and to work with a team as reputable as The Johnson Development Corp.” In her new role, Tang will oversee the consultants, engineers and land architects contracted with Riverstone, as well as all construction in the community. She replaces Trey Reichert, who is now vice president and general manager of Riverstone. Tang holds a degree in bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. Riverstone is the state’s top-selling masterplanned community and is ranked No. 4 in the nation. Homes are priced from the $300,000s to the millions. For more information, visit www.riverstone.com.

Adroit Partners Wins Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance Supplier of the Year award Adroit Partners LLC, a workforce management solutions company based in Houston, has been selected as a Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) Supplier of the Year. Winners were announced on May 28 during the WBEA Business EXPO held in downtown Houston. Criteria for selection as a Supplier of the Year included 2014 business growth, financial stability, innovation and management. Adroit Partners joined WBEA when Adroit was formed in December 2012. “We are honored to have been nominated by one of our clients and proud to be recognized by WBEA with this award,” commented D.D. Carpenter of Sugar Land, co-founder and managing partner for Adroit Partners. “We’ve been able to make the most of our decades of staffing experience to creatively solve our clients’ staffing challenges with innovation and this award represents the tenets of our business operations.” Adroit Partners serves many Fortune 500 companies as well as top employers within the Houston metropolitan area. “We are grateful for this acknowledgment

by the WBEA. We know that the results achieved by our clients have been a key component to our success and this award supports our approach and business strategy.” commented Kristi Johnson, co-founder and managing partner for Adroit Partners. Adroit Partners is a certified womenowned workforce management company in Houston, Texas. The leadership team of staffing industry veterans D.D. Carpenter and Kristi Johnson has more than 50 years of combined staffing experience and draws on its highly successful track record and tenure in the industry to deliver precise, forward thinking solutions with an eye toward driving business results. Adroit offers a full range of staffing, recruiting and managed services program services to a wide range of industries. The company provides temporary/contract, contractto-hire and direct hire staffing solutions for positions in Accounting & Finance, Administrative Support, Engineering & Technology, Information Technology, and Professional Services. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H July 2015

Nina Cullinan outstanding citizen award announced

Dan Neale, outgoing President of Cullinan Park Conservancy, Barbara Day, Jonathan Day and Ann Hamilton, incoming President of Cullinan Park Conservancy.

Cullinan Park Conservancy recently awarded Jonathan Day the 2015 Nina Cullinan Outstanding Citizen Award at the organization’s annual meeting at the Park. Day is a former City Attorney of the City of Houston and a senior partner at the law firm of Andrews Kurth. He received this year’s award for his pro bono representation of the Conservancy during three years of negotiations that have now transferred operating authority of Cullinan Park from the City of Houston to the City of Sugar Land. Both the Cities of Sugar Land and Houston approved the inter-local agreement at meetings on May 19 and May 27, respectively, to transfer Cullinan Park to Sugar Land’s ETJ. The agreement also includes criteria for the future annexation, maintenance and operation of the park by Sugar Land. Joseph S. and Lucie H. Cullinan Park at Oyster Creek (aka Cullinan Park) consists of 750 acres, west of Addicks-Howell Road, just north of Sugar Land Regional Airport on Highway 6. The Houston Parks Board purchased the park with funds from the Nina J. Cullinan Estate and The Brown Foundation in partnership with the City of Houston in 1989. Cullinan Park Conservancy was created in 2010 to advocate for, enhance and protect the natural beauty of Cullinan Park. For more information or to get involved, visit www.cullinanparkconservancy.org.

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Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center now open in Katy Memorial Hermann’s newest Convenient Care Center is now open in South Katy. The first visitors included community leaders, Memorial Hermann Health System leadership and Katy residents who attended a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the facility located on the corner of the Grand Parkway and Westpark Toll Road. “Our community will greatly benefit from this new model of care,” said Jim Parisi, CEO of Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. “Patients can schedule almost any type of health care service in a single location.” The Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center in Katy provides one-stop, coordinated access to a vast array of Memorial Hermann services. Adult and pediatric primary health care, as well as lab services, comprehensive radiology services including mammography, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and a 24-hour emergency room can be accessed under one roof. As an added benefit, the Convenient Care Center offers options such as walk-in access and extended evening and weekend

hours for primary care appointments. The new facility is Memorial Hermann’s third Convenient Care Center to open. Locations in Spring and Cypress are currently under construction.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 281.371.1800. To learn more about Memorial Hermann’s other construction projects, visit www.breakingnewgroundproject.org.

Farmers Market at Imperial Great Grow event The Great Grow awards $500 to St. Theresa Catholic School Garden, David Crockett Middle School receives $100. St. Theresa’s Catholic School students, proud parents and teachers, were all smiles as they displayed the 2014-2015 school-year progress of their garden at the Sugar Land Imperial Farmer’s Market on May 16. The children plan to continue to expand their garden and provide fresh vegetables for the needy. The event, sponsored by The Great Grow, a 501c3 organic school garden competition program, also included David Crockett Middle School students who worked at the event and will compete in the 2015-2016 school garden competition. Other 2015-2016 school garden competitors include First Colony Middle School and Elementary Schools: Arizona Fleming, Barbara Jordan, Highlands, Lakeview, Mission Bend, Mission West, Oyster Creek, Ridgemont, Townewest, Walker Station. The Great Grow funds each school with a $500 garden start up donation and one $500 grand prize winner. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are now available for the upcoming 2015-2016 program that will kick off with a Fall Kids Fest

at the Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land on September 26, 2015 Visit the web site for more information. www.TheGreatGrow.com.

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Top Sugar Land Real Estate firms announce merger Two of the largest residential and commercial real estate firms with historic ties operating in the Sugar Land and Fort Bend County area have announced a merger. RE/MAX Fine Properties, led by Minesh and Nimesh Patel, and RE/MAX Heritage, led by Barbara Osborn, have joined forces. The combined companies will operate under the RE/MAX Fine Properties banner, and Barbara Osborn will join the brokerage as a senior real estate consultant, assisting the Patel brothers managing over 180 Top Producing Realtors. “My experience as an agent and Owner has given me a good perspective on the evolving real estate industry and I made the choice to join forces with other successful owners to bring our offices to the next level” Osborn stated regarding her decision to merge with RE/MAX Fine Properties. “We are pleased to associate with such a successful and professional organization that shares our values, especially knowing the positive effect it will have on every agent” Osborn added. “The partnership with Minesh and Nimesh makes it possible for our Realtors to provide even more products and services for our community through the latest technolo-

gy, education and information”. RE/MAX Fine Properties was just recently awarded 2014 Texas Broker/Owner of the Year for the second time in 4 years and the Houston Business Journal named them one of Houston’s highest grossing brokerages. The two firms combined had over $750 million in sales in 2014 and are projecting over $1 billion in sales for 2015. “We are excited to welcome all of the outstanding Realtors from RE/MAX Heritage to our professional family. The increased Realtor base will continue to add dynamic services and geographical market depth for our clients. We are committed to being the #1 choice for our clients’ real estate needs and Barbara Osborn along with her agents’ outstanding reputation makes this merger a natural fit,” said the Patel’s in a statement. “Our highly dedicated team of successful Realtors and professional staff, combined with our passion for real estate, has made this an exciting opportunity for all of us. This new partnership will help us grow into the principle real estate company of choice in the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area, giving our clients and us a significant advantage.

Global Distributor, Noble Americas, continues Sugar Land Town Square’s robust office leasing activity The flurry of new office leases in Sugar Land Town Square has continued with the addition of Noble Americas Resources Corp. following its lease of 9,758 square feet of Class A space within the shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Noble Americas, a global distributor of coffee, cotton and sugar, serves customers in Asia, the Middle East, South America and Europe. Its new space at 16190 City Walk features connected garage parking, phone activated and zoned after-hours HVAC and fiber optics. The space also is steps from the 300-

room Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. Located at U.S. 59 and Highway 6, Sugar Land Town Square is a vibrant, mixed-used destination developed by Planned Community Developers. Don Janssen represented Planned Community Developers in the transaction. Sue Rogers of CresaPartners-Houston, LLC represented the tenant. For more information on Sugar Land Town Square, go to www.SugarLandTownSquare.com. Updates from Sugar Land Town Square also are available at www.Facebook.com/SugarLandTownSquare and on Twitter @SLTownSquare.

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Harvest Green’s new Onsite Lifestyle Director to plan Farm-toTable Dinners, Cooking classes and more Harvest Green will hire an onsite Lifestyle Director to plan resident-only culinary classes, farm-to-table dinners with guest chefs, wine dinners, gardening classes and other activities befitting Houston’s first master-planned community with an onsite farm, community and backyard gardens. Located on the Grand Parkway at West Airport Boulevard, Harvest Green is a 1,300acre master-planned community under development by The Johnson Development Corp., now celebrating its 40th year as one of the nation’s preeminent land developers. “Our Lifestyle Director will play a key role in presenting Harvest Green residents with events and activities including those that tie in to farm-fresh produce,” says Harvest Green General Manager Shay Shafie. Activities such as personalized wellness programs, fun runs and walks will be planned for residents of all ages. Children also can participate in merit badge programs focusing on cooking classes, geocaching, archery, kayaking and camping. Harvest Green has partnered with NFC Amenity Management, a national renowned provider of residential lifestyle and amenity services, to hire the community’s Lifestyle Director. NFC Amenity Management also will oversee the community’s concierge service which can arrange for cleaning, pet care and other services. Builders in Harvest Green will be announced in the coming weeks with sales beginning this summer. Model homes are scheduled to open in the fall. Ultimately, Harvest Green will offer up to 2,000 new homes. Families in Harvest Green will attend schools in the Fort Bend Independent School District, including Travis High School and James Bowie Middle School located within the community. For updates and more information, go to www.HarvestGreenTexas.com.

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Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Member Updates

he following firms have realized the importance of economic growth for the Fort Bend County area. The have pledged their support to the cause by investing their time and efforts in the 5-Star Accredited Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Please support your community by calling on these organizations when you have a need for products and services.

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Absolute Fitness and Nutrition

Diane Walker, Marketing Director 25600 Westheimer Parkway • Suite 300, Katy, TX 77494 www.afan4life.com Health & Wellness

Jason Harrison, COO 2021 FM 1092 • Missouri City, TX 77459 832-368-6126 www.optimumpresonalcare.com Assisted Living

Brandani’s Restaurant & Wine Bar

The HealthCare Allegiance

Claire Brandani, Owner 3340 FM 1092 Rd., • Suite 160, Missouri City, TX 77459 832-987-1313 www.brandanis.com Restaurants

Rosemin Premji, Chair Person 3215 Bayou Xing • Sugar Land, TX 77479 832-987-4414 www.healthcareallegiance.org Associations

Compscreen

Woodway Enterprises, LP

Jacquie Palisch, Owner 5680 Highway 6 • Missouri City, TX 77459 1-888-222-2828 www.compscreen.net Background Checks

Kamal Ariss, President 1539 Moritz Park • Houston, TX 77055 832-398-9242 Construction Services

Gauging Systems, Inc.

Marc Swearengin, VP of Operations 1700 Post Oak Boulevard 2 BLVD Place, Suite 600 Houston, TX 77056 832-554-9024 www.zdfirm.com Attorney(s) at Law

Linda Hoben, Accounting 910 Industrial Blvd., Suite A • Sugar Land, TX 77478 281-980-3999 www.gaugingsystemsinc.com Manufacturers

Zinda & Davis, PLLC

Keller Williams Memorial

Holly Thompson, Realtor 17707 Browning Trace Ln. • Richmond, TX 77407 281-787-8915 www.houstonluxuryrealty.com Real Estate, Residential

Optimum Personal Care LLC

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

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Brandani’s Restaurant & Wine Bar

3340 FM 1092 Rd., Suite 160 • Missouri City, TX www.brandanis.com

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2777 Dulles Avenue • Missouri City, TX www.littlewondersschool.com

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Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Debbie Godshalk, 713-442-9100 KB Home Tiffany Saxton, 281-668-3840

2 YEARS

Community Impact Newspaper Jason Culpepper, 281-469-6181 NightLight Pediatric Urgent Care Brittany Bluford, 281-325-1010 Houston’s First Baptist - Sienna Jeff Rees, 713-865-7670

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Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Missouri City Jimmy Heath, 281-497-7907

Brazos Senior Villas Jela Henderson, 713-955-1155

3 YEARS

Ibn Sina Foundation, Inc Shahnaz Ajani, 281-438-7462 City of Sugar Land Councilman Himesh Gandhi 281-275-2313 Dan Martinez & Associates LP Robert Lozano, 281-494-7394 Center for Spine, Sports & Rehabilitation Excellence Debbie Simmons, 713-590-2700

4 YEARS

United Planners Mark Hudec, 281-313-4015

Casanova Insurance Rene Casanova, 832-328-4276 Heritage Wealth Management Brett Carleton, 713-871-9800

Caldwell Companies Todd Johnson, 713-690-0000

Milestone Member 10 YEARS

City of Sugar Land Councilmember Bridget Yeung 281-275-2313

TRS Staffing Solutions Andrew Bamford, 832-783-6100

Taco Cabana - Sugar Land Trung Nguyen, 281-980-9683

11 YEARS

Cynthia E. Hoelscher, CPA, PLLC Cynthia E. Hoelscher, 281-313-2300 J. Michael Bennett M.D. P.A. James Bennett, 281-633-8600 Smart Financial Credit Union Tiffany Halfon, 713-407-4352

Milestone Member 5 YEARS

Sugar Land Heritage Foundation Dennis Parmer, 281-494-0261

6 YEARS

City of Sugar Land Councilman Steve Porter Kayla Samek, 281-275-2313

Techniplex Conference Center Julie Trudeau, 281-565-5566

12 YEARS

Fort Bend Rainbow Room Tonya Lewis, 832-451-2883 The Spencer Company Brad Wander, 713-222-6666 Sugar Land Surgical Hospital Dan Smith, 281-243-1000 Burney Road M.U.D. Phyllis M. Smith-Herbst, 713-758-2852

13 YEARS

A & S Engineers, Inc. Bill Baird, 713-942-2700 Hoffman Insurance Group Steve Hoffman, 281-491-6565

7 YEARS

City of Sugar Land - Mayor James A. Thompson Kayla Samek, 281-275-2313

SMART HR Deborah Twigg, SPHR, 281-313-1315

14 YEARS

Touchstone Fine Properties Julia Mickum, 281-499-8181

8 YEARS

Fort Bend Education Foundation Brenna Cosby, 281-634-1113

City of Sugar Land Councilman Harish Jajoo 281-275-2313

Hartford Services Mitch Rahim, 281-261-3333

Fort Bend Financial Bridget Yeung, 281-277-0012

9 YEARS

City of Sugar Land Councilmember Amy Mitchell 281-275-2313

Aliana Development Company Travis Stone, 281-809-7800

Fort Bend County Judge Ronald R. Pope Ronald R. Pope, 281-341-4406

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Milestone Member 20 YEARS

DigiTec Office Solutions Robert Evans, 281-565-1100 Pepperoni’s Raed “Ray” Salti, 281-240-1020

17 YEARS

Old Republic Title Suzanne Slavin, 281-265-9500

Milestone Member 25 YEARS

First Colony Mall Heidi Westlund, 281-265-2353

AECOM Mashhood Shah, 713-780-4100

21 YEARS

27 YEARS

Mental Health America of Fort Bend County Debbie de la Riva, 281-207-2480

Exchange Club of Fort Bend Mike Reichek, 281-575-1145

Fort Bend Driving School, Inc. Gary Adams, 281-242-7366

29 YEARS

22 YEARS

PGAL Paul Bonnette, 713-622-1444

All Star Storage, Inc. Kathy R. Salinas, 281-341-7867

18 YEARS

23 YEARS

Jones & Carter, Inc. Kevin Krahn, 832-913-4000

33 YEARS

Fort Bend County Judge Brady G. Elliot Brady G. Elliott, 281-341-8610

Republican Party of Fort Bend County Mike Gibson, 281-491-6599

Geotest Engineering, Inc. Mohan Ballagere, 713-266-0588 First Southwest Company Greg Lentz, 713-651-9850

For membership information, contact: Juliette Bloomer - 281-566-2161 juliette@fortbendcc.org

The Settegast-Kopf Co., Funeral Directors Francis X. Gerosa, 281-565-5015

Brooks & Sparks, Inc. Frank Brooks, 281-578-9595

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16 YEARS

Fort Bend Leadership Forum Alumni Reunion & Welcome to Class of 2016

Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land 13115 Southwest Freeway

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DBA (Assumed Names)

Data Beat (+) = More Names

This is a sample of the Assumed Names (DBAs) filed at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office for May 2015. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.TX.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 523 Assumed Names for month of May. Woods Michael N Mnw Trucking Fourth Street 30305 77441

Doucet Michael City View Properties 1106 Ken Place 77478

JYS&S Dental Group PLLC Dentist 101 10134 S Hwy 6 77498

Bouchereau Fabrice (+) Process Zen 2510 Yaupon Trace Ct 77494

Media Unlimited LLC Media Minds International 14231 Fm 1464 Rd Apt #1305 77498

Williams Lamont Motivations Janitorial Service 2311 Birch Canyon Ct 77545

Bordelon John Fitzgerald (+) Publix Defender 9898 Bisonnett #270 77036

JMJC LLC Lone Star Electronics Sales 24200 S.W. Freeway #402-114 77471

Bordelon John Fitzgerald (+) A-Affordable Immigration Consulting 9898 Bisonnett #270 77036

Khamsini Anna (+) Art 2 Ink 12700 Stafford Rd #1014 77477

Canada Derrick HDC Trucking 4606 Poppy Crest Ct 77469 Nortelli Nick (+) Sienna Services 50 Sullivans Landing 77459 Costa Alexander Costa Speed and Performance 1815 Mustang Springs Dr 77459 Williams Cynthia F The Gala Affair (+) 5651 Condon 77053 Elliott Connor Con-Struct 810 Jackson St 77469 Zafar Faiza New Furniture Liquidation 8528 Longpoint Rd 77055 Edozie Callistus Sky Blue Mechanical and Services 6758 Indian Lake Dr 77489 White Melissa Peacelovedogs Rescue 29640 County Rd 77430 Price Warrick Unifolk Trucking 12999 Murphy Road 77477 Garcia Denise Dee’s Renovation Services 7523 Chalk Hill 77459 Arnold Venisha Diana The V. Arnold Group (+) 1900 W Gray #131935 77219 King Grass Farm Inc King Grass Farm 1714 Peppervine Way 77479 Knight & Associates Inc Knight Specialties Inc 26602 Grey Swan Dr 77494

JMJC LLC Lone Star Online Sales 24200 S.W. Freeway #402-114 77471 Brown Darrin Harold Focused Fitness Health Wellness and Motivation 2907 Coyote Trail Ct 77459 Made Car Repair LLC Kwik Kar Pecan Grove 1832 Fm 359 77406 Hamby-Irvine Emilie Reg Double C Real Estate 32419 Oxbow Ct 77441 Rios David Shade Tree Mechanic2 Broadview Circle 77471 Hunt Robert Texas Blaze ETX 2185 Collins Road 77469 Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers Southwest Senior Rides & More 5001 Bellaire Blvd 77401 Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers Southwest Senior Rides and More 5001 Bellaire Blvd 77401 Chatman Shelia A Nitch for Stitchin’ 4403 Trammel Fresno Rd 77459 Graves Joanna (+) Lj Elegant Soirees 1111 Whispering Pine Dr 77489 Smith Milbry Milbry Smith DBA The Incredible Contractors 2319 Broadgreen 77489

Texas First Rei LLC Westward 4771 Sweetwater Blvd #284 77479 Brun Leanna S Brunmillers 2207 Belle Grove Dr 77406 Miller Fred (+) Fred Miller Homes 718 Land Grant Drive 77406 Arenas Giovanni D & J Painting 3551 Cr 179 #19 77511 Duffey Jody Power Wash Services 19907 Mission Pines Ln 77407 Duffey Jody PS$ Prepare Fore Scholarship Money 19907 Missions Pine Ln 77407 Cain Erin (+) Milk & Monograms 10407 Hollowback Dr 77494 Zafary Parwaiz (+) Start Fresh 2529 Ave H 77471 Rodriguez Mauricio Rodriguez Professional Tree Services 618 W Davis Rd 77583 Drews Ada Sanchez (+) Bcdq Cultural Foundation 942 Rock Springs Dr 77469 Nguyen Molly Huan (+) H and H Consulting 26839 Mesquite Orchard Lane 77494 Media Unlimited LLC Media Minds International (+) 12638 Bissonet St Ste B 77099

Cerda Juan Rhino Roofing and Construction 15423 Kurt Dr 77396 Martin Debra (+) Martin Health Care 310 Mortin St 77469

Katy Asset Managers LLC Katy Realty 5614 W Grand Parkway Suite #102-277 77406

Khamsini Anna L Art 2 Ink Tattoo Parlor 12700 Stafford Rd #1014 77477

Campbell Jeffrey W Trinity Appraisal Claims Service 6140 Hwy 6 Ste 191 77459

Whitmore Nicole Klean Extreme Cleaning Solutions 9550 Spring Green Blvd Ste 480-230 77494

Oneill Meredith (+) White Wash Executive Organizers 6319 Faulkner Ridge 77450 Nagel Neal B (+) Oilfield Geomechanics LLC 2119 S Shadow Grove Lane 77406 Garcia Gustavo Texcar Auto Body Shop 16319 W Bellfort Ste 12 77498 Imagine Videos LLC Constell Media 104 Industrial Blvd #205 77478 Sparks Sirroderick Elite Technology 2007 Hawthorne Brk 77545 Udenwagu Lazarus O (+) Dew of Heaven Church 4427 Hwy 6 South 77478 Felder Shirl L (+) Integrity Supplemental Staffing LLC 8022 Summer Night Ln 77469 Growing Opportunities Investments LLC G.O. Invest 910 Poydras St 77498 Knox-Hightower Malaika Malaika Hightower Ministries 3815 W Fuqua Street 77045 Quest Architectural Millwork LLC Quest Millwork 13823 N Promenade Blvd #100 77477

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Robertson Henry L A.C.T. 3 2002 E Deerwood Dr 77406 Cardenas-Castellanos Oscar Oscar’s Body Shop 10111 Belknap Rd 77498 White Dalia Gonzalez (+) Bagley Pecans Richmond 109 E Hwy 90A 77406 Black Horse Digital LLC Black Horse Digital 7931 Black Horse Cove 77459 Patsy Mcgirl LLC (+) Patsy’s Pet Market 3010 Willow Trace Ct 77450 Krnavek Rene’ Salem International Trading 5414 Whisper Ridge Dr 77479 Brewster Diana C Db Sports Houston 8338 Concho St 77036 Arias Paul Arias Auto Dealer 15015 West Airport Blvd Apt 2112 77498 Adams Boi-Yeanoh Boi and Company 2817 Field Hollow Dr 77584 Williams Tommie III Jagged Edge Technologies 7719 Relection View Ln 77407 73504797104 Williams Tommie III

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Hiding Behind You 7719 Relection View Ln 77407

Musacchia Cynthia (+) Ben & Terry Investments 8539 Evening Light Dr 77479

Gete Meseret Girma Sarah Hair Braiding Salon 1055 Eldridge Road Suite #500 77478

Gentry Gilbert Gilbert’s Power Washing 3134 Main Ave 77471

Holliday Elliot Body Shop Fit Stop 1250 Texas Parkway Bdg D-1 77477 Sanders Tricia Knick Knacks 8221 Fm 360 77461 Bethel Bible Fellowship of West Houston Bethel Bible Fellowship 25335 Fulshear Gaston Rd 77406 Carpenter Marcus Lawson (+) Marcus Carpenter Wallcoverings 1119 Barrowgate Dr 77498 Smith Quintin Pyramid Sports Consulting 9010 Six Rivers Lane 77459 Delano’s Express LLC Delano’s Express 1950 Doliver Circle 77489 Idowu Deborah (+) Midas Touch Transportation 5423 Ridge Wind Lane 77053

Blaylock Rick Blaylock’s Home Repair 22423 Woodrose Drive 77450 Coleman Michael Wired Up Systems 23818 Clover Trails 77494 Tyrone Robert Charles Jr Living Water Landscaping 2610 Cobble Ridge Dr 77498 Rhythm Ent Inc Rhythm Inc Dancewear 27118 Harvest Pointe Ln 77494 Texas Lacrosse Officials Association (+) Texas Association of Lacrosse Officials 22811 Chaus Ct 77494 Texas Lacrosse Officials Association (+) Talo 22811 Chaus Ct 77494 Goms Ranganath LLC Fort Bend Health Consulting 2414 Linwood Drive 77459 Leonard Marcus Picture This Publishing 2507 Red Creek Court 77545

Vo Chinh (+) Ready, Steady, Go (Kids) Academy Leonard Marcus 10570 Synott Road #99 77498 Legendary Clothing 2507 Red Creek Court 77545 Jablonski Sabrina (+) Needville Allstar Cheer Nwigwe Cyril Ifeanyi Extreme Vine Shipping Services 16628 Tx-36 77461 10777 Clodine Rd 77407 Yat Silverio Aaron Title & Remodeling 15510 Appleridge Dr 77489 Langham Scott (+) Houston Uptown Fit Body Boot Camp 5717 Richmond Ave 77057 Saleem Beenish Cosmo Trade Sourcing 5726 Slate Valley Ct 77459 Premium Line Distributor Inc PLD 13811 Towne West Blvd 77498

Nascent Alternative Solutions & Associates Inc (+) MM Energy USA 7315 Ravenswood 77459 SFR Redevelopment Company Brazos Investors 211 E 7Th Street Suite 620 78701 Tisby Michael Fresh Off The Island 19840 Fm 1093 77407 Iweajunwa Amos C (+) Chrisjay Trucking 7922 Talladega Springs Ln 77407

Velez Ronald J Ocean Breeze Cleaning Services 2628 West Lake Dr 77478 Quintanilla Varela Elvis R (+) E Quintanilla’s Trucking 20607 Rainbow Granite Dr 77407 Hana Aiden LLC Cordial Favors 6703 Chalice Place 77479 Hana Aiden LLC Arya’s Shoppe 6703 Chalice Place 77479

Kimble Christopher Kimble’s Flooring 1902 Ave B 77471 Denton Alshondrea R Reign Body Essentials 3114 El Dorado Blvd 77459 Keller James W Foxfire Studios 105 S 2Nd Street 77469 Berges Stephen H Summer Breeze 11757 Katy Freeway Suite 300 77079

Goodtime Factory LLC Gattitown 3412 State Hwy 6 S 77478

Martinez Jose C Martinez Educational Consulting 3010 Pecan Point Drive 77478

Rawlins Wendell A (+) Tropxboatride.Org 15802 Barbarossa Dr 77083

Sanchez Manuel V Jr (+) Morning Glory Daycare for Seniors 6218 Canyon Trace Ct 77450

Prosperity & Faith LLC Smile Cleaners 17424 W Grandpkwy S #233 77479 C & I Storage Yard LLC TCT & Transport 210 Mcintyre Lane 77053

Perez Armando Causa Motors 26018 Trailcliff Ct 77494 Dunn Emanuel Ntouch Autotint & Detailing 1911 Texas Parkway 77489

Villanueva Jose A Nolan Elaine F (+) Jnr Performance Zelda & Me 3902 Reese Rd Ste A200 77471 12315 Meadow Hollow Drive 77477 Gallegos Jesus Acevedo Bella Kassi Mini Storage Dumont Morgan (+) 6507 Fm 2218 Rd 77469 Foster Volleyball Camp 4400 Fm 723 77406 Touchstone Lauren Macale (+) Top Knot Chic Hoff Mollie 22419 Slate Oaks Ln 77469 Brixton Pet Health 4611 Fm 1463 77494 Rodriguez Manuel (+) Rodriguez Painting Dyche Brittney Nicole (+) & Remodeling Grey and Boo Clothing Co 14206 Clear Forest Dr 77498 1031 Bahia Vista 77406 Hernandez Veronica Munchies Tacos 5920 Gerken Rd 77461

Dr Kenneth Yaboh JH Community Services Inc 5811 Muskogee Lane 77469

Hoang Kelly Minh RR Nails 2750 Fm 1463 #160 77494

Ezebuiro Prince Biros International Services 19515 Stetson Heights Ln 77407

2Hill Consulting Services LLC 2Hill Travel Services 16802 Bonnyton Dr 77407 Smith Dennis C Mr. Denfix1 Wildwood Ridge Dr 77489

Nguyen Tri Van Model Nails 9825 S Mason Rd Ste 125 77406 Swanks Tommy E (+) Process Coatings Inspections 3401 Glenmeadow Dr 77471 Main Deborah Smith (+) Main Health 9629 Psencik Rd 77469 Williams Donald Ray (+) Slim Blac 2000 Lamar Dr Apt #311 77469 Williams Donald Ray (+) Slimagiz 2000 Lamar Dr Apt#311 77469 Mertz Brian Texas Caregiver Support Services 413 E Stockbridge St 77434 New Food Gallery Inc New Food Gallery 11315 Hwy 6 S Suite F 77498 Jean-Baptiste Joan Le Soleil Group 3903 West Auden Cir 77459 Howell Rhonda (+) Howell Accounting 2725 Muegge Rd 77471 Minatrea Charles Kevin Kevin Charles Voice 2927 Manion Dr 77459 Perez Perez Jorge Luis J L P Transportation 9810 Gaines Rd 77498 Perez Perez Jorge Luis Tecnicuba Mechanic 9810 Gaines Rd 77498 Adams Boi-Yeanoh (+) Logophile 2817 Field Hollow Drive 77584 Robinson Dorothy Theclosetraid.Com 14001 Fondren Rd #234 77489

Ezebuiro Prince Trendline Billing Systems 19515 Stetson Heights Ln 77407

Abpr Hospitality LLC Four Points By Sheraton Katy West 25330 Kingsland Blvd 77494

Ezebruiro Prince Petrotech Industrial Services 19515 Stetson Heights Ln 77407

Adams Jeremy Isaac Jeremy Adams Dba State Farm Agency 9722 Us 90A Suite 103 77478

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Data Beat

June 2015 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

Percent Change

2015 Payments To Date

2014 Payments To Date

Percent Change

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

49,989.06 20,012.34 70,293.47 1,090.48 115,316.13 636,010.21 48,897.29 5,977.94 5,823.69 440,312.24 1,261,086.89 9,591.18 1,315,867.40 4,116,205.64 3,808.89

39,859.59 8,260.60 73,009.47 984.95 90,345.14 641,440.14 44,924.84 4,053.36 5,211.41 369,291.97 1,283,032.20 11,258.60 1,369,397.90 3,878,412.24 2,058.19

25.41% 142.26% -3.72% 10.71% 27.63% -0.84% 8.84% 47.48% 11.74% 19.23% -1.71% -14.81% -3.90% 6.13% 85.06%

378,522.01 86,545.26 620,306.52 6,584.67 686,332.39 4,229,147.18 264,695.63 43,113.11 34,479.64 2,661,392.74 8,349,456.37 89,955.19 8,343,874.48 26,341,123.84 24,395.20

243,317.42 52,709.07 459,284.15 6,073.12 582,359.37 3,933,359.20 245,231.68 24,215.88 28,892.49 2,342,210.89 8,097,849.99 74,532.64 8,024,990.33 24,250,754.04 15,982.64

55.56% 64.19% 35.05% 8.42% 17.85% 7.51% 7.93% 78.03% 19.33% 13.62% 3.10% 20.69% 3.97% 8.61% 52.63%

COUNTY TOTAL

8,100,282.85

7,821,540.60

3.56%

52,159,924.23

48,381,762.91

7.80%

Top 20 City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - June 2015 Please note that Sugar Land is 17th in sales tax revenues in the state. City

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

Net Payment This Period

50,133,662.78 24,959,882.02 22,050,824.47 15,364,964.85 10,299,453.44 8,874,343.08 6,236,196.49 6,027,505.67 6,042,356.83 6,350,731.74 5,679,239.50 5,074,211.43 4,796,841.17 4,779,422.77 5,026,078.07 4,535,550.92 4,116,205.64 3,542,364.94 3,828,737.65 3,312,279.88

Comp Payment Prior Year

% Change To Date

51,286,395.49 24,847,899.24 20,473,255.24 14,981,556.23 10,288,493.98 7,846,486.53 6,204,289.49 5,591,193.45 6,336,604.69 5,357,025.63 5,531,693.56 5,675,712.64 5,444,743.32 5,060,901.86 4,801,197.00 4,413,366.77 3,878,412.24 3,548,355.23 3,648,618.99 3,417,453.23

-2.24% 0.45% 7.70% 2.55% 0.10% 13.09% 0.51% 7.80% -4.64% 18.54% 2.66% -10.59% -11.89% -5.56% 4.68% 2.76% 6.13% -0.16% 4.93% -3.07%

2014 Payments To Date

335,590,859.29 158,802,236.11 136,463,171.97 96,956,059.20 66,538,464.83 49,633,504.23 41,431,985.06 40,925,849.74 40,247,742.61 38,801,830.36 37,208,937.54 34,186,521.70 33,457,481.63 32,965,628.63 32,799,978.72 31,436,011.64 26,341,123.84 24,371,360.60 22,676,948.85 21,201,453.67

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2013 Payments Change

319,745,162.72 152,025,163.35 127,381,176.17 91,418,405.78 62,859,045.89 46,292,020.88 39,834,804.39 37,344,083.55 40,413,874.61 32,886,773.27 36,045,808.90 35,276,166.84 32,734,048.77 32,545,258.32 31,027,796.05 28,323,228.01 24,250,754.04 21,994,558.96 21,877,582.23 20,513,279.38

Percent

4.95% 4.45% 7.12% 6.05% 5.85% 7.21% 4.00% 9.59% -0.41% 17.98% 3.22% -3.08% 2.21% 1.29% 5.71% 10.99% 8.61% 10.80% 3.65% 3.35%

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

STAFFORD $780,000.00

12603 Southwest Freeway # 101

Commercial Building

Triton Aquatic Land Therapies/Dobson Construction

610 Brand lane

Commercial Building

$7,000.00

9945 Mula Road

Commercial Building

$780,000.00

2411 Fifth Street

Commercial Building

$36,000.00

St Thomas Ortodox Church/Trimcos

13701 Stafford Point Drive

Commercial Building

$50,000.00

Abraham Grocery & Wholesale/Yheskel Abraham

12650 Directors Drive, #600

Commercial Building

$89,500.00

Texas Air Systems/CBC Holdings, LLC

12600 Executive Drive

Commercial Building

$8,800.00

3643 South Main

Commercial Building

$900,000.00

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

05/01/15-05/31/15

$1,988,300.00

820 Park Two Dr

Commercial Addition

$167,000

Fort Bend Baptist Academy/First Chapel Development

11929 University Blvd Ste 2E

Commercial Buildout

$107,224

Rare Roses USA LP/CX Titan Construction, LLC

7705 US Hwy 90A

Commercial Remodel

$2,089,403

2735 Town Center Blvd N Ste L

Commercial Buildout

$136,460

16535 Southwest Fwy Ste K5514

Commercial Remodel

$48,586

6512 US Hwy 90A

Commercial New

16305 Kensington Dr Ste 210

Commercial Buildout

$15,000

16651 Southwest Fwy Ste 360

Commercial Remodel

$8,318,337

16100 Kensington Dr Ste 500

Commercial Remodel

$287,000

12621 W Airport Blvd Ste 800

Commercial Remodel

$30,041

200 Gillingham Ln

Commercial Addition

$208,000

Schlumberger Technology Corp/Southern Facility SRV Const

4502 State Hwy 6 Ste C

Commercial Buildout

$135,436

Sweetland Properties LP/Tircuit Custom Homes, Inc

12620 W Airport Blvd Ste 180

Commercial Remodel

$113,000

Cobalt Industrial Reit II/OS Interior Systems, Inc

17420 W Grand Pkwy S #2

Commercial Remodel

$64,704

EMI Corp/Clan Rayo

13745 Southwest Fwy Ste C

Commercial Remodel

$90,000

Sugar Creek Village LP/Trincon Services Group, LLC

13500 W Airport Blvd Ste R

Commercial Remodel

$48,225

Silva Enrique F TR/China Advertisment

15300 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Addition

$32,496

CHCA West Houston LP/Rick Behr Construction Inc

16550 B Southwest Fwy

Commercial Remodel

$211,729

Inland Western Sugar Land Colo/Forney Construction

15900 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Remodel

$169,477

Lake Pointe Town Center LTD/D&C Contracting, Inc

1113 Gillingham Ln Ste A

Commercial Remodel

$236,000

IIT Sugar Land Interchange DC L/Dunhill Development

18721 University Blvd Ste 110

Commercial Buildout

$80,000

Timewise #303-05/Vule Construction

16200 Kensington Dr Ste 500

Commercial Remodel

$35,000

Kensington Plaza at Lakeside L/Baguio Hut Express

2709 Town Center Blvd

Commercial Remodel

$121,000

Weingarten Realty Investors & Embree Construction Group, Inc

14141 Southwest Fwy Ste 1000

Commercial Remodel

$339,723

California State EMP Ret System/Preferrd Contracting Services

18721 University Blvd Ste 140

Commercial Buildout

$49,500

Timewise #303-05/Provest Group Inc

2245 Texas Dr Ste 500

Commercial Remodel

$31,945

LCFRE Sugar Land Town Square L/O’Donnell/Snider Construction

12553 W Airport Blvd

Commercial Remodel

$687,262

NDS-Commerce Center LLC & GRIF/O’Donnell/Snider Construction

9722 US Hwy 90A Ste 103

Commercial Buildout

$29,917

Nguyen Family Partnership LTD/JTK Construction, Inc

1601 Gillingham Ln

Commercial Remodel

$42,000

16010 Gillingham LLC/Star Tex Construction MGMT

101 Southwestern Blvd Ste 209

Commercial Remodel

$18,673

Mueller Holding LP/Hermes Commercial Contractors

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial & Residential)

05/01/15-05/31/15

$17,499,274

Islamic Trust/CV Construction Doug Turner Plumbing/Herring Construction

Atec Commercial Systems/Barry Worthington and Company McDonald’s/Be & De Construction

SUGAR LAND

$350,000

Nalco Texas Leasing LLC Weingarten Realty Investors & Angler Retail Construction, LLC First Colony Mall, LLC/Q Krafters USA, LLC Hwy 6 & 90 LTD/Sid Smith Co Kensington Commons Partners, LP/Seafast Builders Inc Methodist Hospital/O’Donnell/Snider Construction Kensington Plaza at Lakeside L/Act Construction NDS-Commerce Center LLC & Grif/Herring Construction

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Advertising

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. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com The Fort Bend Business Journal is a monthly magazine that focuses on the business community of Fort Bend County. It is directmailed to businesses throughout Fort Bend as well as all chamber of commerce members in the Fort Bend County area. The Business Journal features news stories about businesses, people, and events of importance to the local business community.

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Advertising Specialties

Business Spirit Promotional Products / Wearables 281-208-1100 www.BusinessSpirit.com 2839 North Main,Stafford,Texas - Over 492,000 items that carry your name ,logo, and contact info. Everything from pens, caps, cups, crystal, gifts, awards, thank you items, food gifts and most clothing items - sell on your behalf without ever making a sound. Keep your name in front of your clients! PROVIDING QUALITY PRODUCTS IN A TIMELY FASHION AT A FAIR PRICE. Not just pretty words - Business Spirit’s Mission Statement! Try our website, if you can’t find what you are looking for call Susan, she will locate it for you. Susan@BusinessSpirit.net. Air Conditioning

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

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

art automotive repair and maintenance facility. Your search is finally over. Bring your vehicle to Rod Tate at 1131 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, 77477. First Tire & Automotive 281-313-2886 www.firsttireandauto.com Craig Popp, owner, 3 Sugar Land Locations. 960 Eldridge, 281-313-2886 & 2303 Williams Trace Blvd. 281-980-2666 (First Colony), 20015 Southwest Freeway. 281-343-5666 (Greatwood), Diagnostic testing and evaluation, Manufacturer’s routine recommended maintenance, domestic and foreign vehicle repairs, AAA approved, ASE certified. Ask about our Fleet Service! Banks

Auto Repair / Maintenance

Auto Central-Automotive Service & Sales 281-499-9684 www.autocentral.biz AutoCentral@verizon.net. 2526 Fifth Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Fax: 281-499-0183, Fast, Friendly and professional automotive repair. ASE Blue Seal Certified, State Inspection Station, Diesel Repair, Open Monday-Friday 7-6pm. Saturdays by Appt. only. Charlton’s Auto Body Repair and Vehicle Detailing 281-499-1126 www.charltonsbodyrepair.com Chuck Charlton, 1131 Staffordshire @ 5th Street, Stafford, Texas 77477, Charbody@aol. com, Fax: 281-499-1694, Complete collision repair. Frame & Unibody straightened. Expert computer color matching. Custom painting & pin stripping. Honest service. 79 Years Strong and 3 Generations Proud! Colony One Auto Center P - 281-980-4440 F - 281-261-0048 www.colonyoneauto.com Are you tired of searching for a AAA approved auto repair center? Colony One Auto Center is a family-owned and operated business, having serviced more than 210,000 vehicles since 1991. The BBB has rated Colony One Auto Center its highest score, capturing an A+ rating. Angie’s List has designated Colony One Auto Center its highest rating as a “Super Service Provider,” also garnering an A+ rating. Colony One Auto Center has a complete state-of-theJuly 2015 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

The State Bank of Texas 281-494-6686 www.tsbot.com nickiblack@tsbot.com. Nicki Black, 13010 Murphy Road, Stafford, TX 77477, Fax: 281-494-6747. Locally and independently owned - our prime interest is you! Background Screening/Testing

Comprehensive Screening Services (Compscreen) 281-201-1806 or 1-866-222-2828 E-Mail: info@compscreen.net www.compscreen.net We are a local Fort Bend Company, here to help protect your business or home by providing affordably priced, state-of-the-art, highly reliable, (24/7) pre-employment background checks (most results available instantly), drug testing services and instant drug testing supplies (we often can save our clients over 20% on average). Statistics have shown that 53% of resumes & applications contain falsifications! The American Council for Drug Education reports that 74.8% of drug users are employed and active in the workplace (approx. 12.9 million people). Don’t become part of the next statistic! Let us help you protect your most valuable asset, your business, family, school or other community entity. Call us at 281-201-1806. We can help! Carpet & Floors

Harris Carpet & Floors 713-723-0693 E-mail:floors@harriscarpet.com www.harriscarpet.com At Harris Carpet & Floors we sell, clean, and

Computer Solutions

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

Creekstone Commercial Capital 281-299-7143 www.creekstonecc.com We help small, medium, and large companies access the capital needed to meet business goals. Our commercial finance/lending programs are available for start-ups and well-established companies, and we find the best solutions for businesses with no credit history as well as companies with excellent cash flow and collateral. Types of financing that we support include: Equipment Leasing • Franchise Financing • Healthcare and Medical Financing (including financing for patients declined for medical credit) • Commercial Real Estate • Merchant Cash Advance • Mergers and Acquisition Financing • Private Equity Financing • Small Business Loans • Structured Settlement and Annuity Financing • Unsecured Business Lines of Credit • Factoring • PO Financing • Bridge Loans and Hard Money • Consumer Financing • Contract Financing. CALL TODAY - “For more information please visit www.creekstonecc.com and give us a call for a free consultation.” Country Clubs & Golf Courses

Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre 281-403-5900 (General) 281-403-5910 (Golf Shop) www.golfquailvalley.com The Quail Valley Golf Course and City Centre offers 36 holes of championship golf, full practice facilities and gorgeous event venues.

After your round, stop by the Bluebonnet Grille for a cold drink and a satisfying meal. The City Centre is perfect for your special event. We host golf tournaments, weddings, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, fundraising galas and so much more. All with beautiful views of our award winning golf courses. For more information, visit www.golfquailvalley.com. Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre, 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, Texas 77459. Riverbend Country Club 281-269-2526 www.riverbendcountryclub.org triciarbcc@gmail.com. Tricia Hawks, 1214 Dulles Avenue, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Conveniently located in the heart of Sugar Land, Riverbend Country Club is just 25 minutes south of downtown Houston, Texas. Established in 1957, Riverbend continues its tradition as Fort Bend County’s only member owned club. Whether you’re looking for championship golf, fine dining, pools, tennis, fitness facilities or a wide variety of social and golf activities Riverbend is definitely the place to belong. Dialysis

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

Education

Knowledge-First Empowerment Center 281-499-8315 www.knowledge-first.org Providing Academic Services Enhancing Educational Values The Knowledge-First Empowerment Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit accredited educational school which prepares learners to meet today’s educational demands and the systemic challenges of tomorrow. For learners kindergarten through 12 grade, we provide homework assistance and after school tutoring in all subjects. For high school students who are behind with their high school credits, we have an evening program where they can receive their credits and we send the successfully completed grade back to their home school. We believe, as did Plato, that the purpose and ultimate value of education is not to stick thoughts into the pupils’ head, but to inspire them to think for themselves. Wisdom~Honor~Perseverance. KnowledgeFirst Empowerment Center is located at 2651 Cartwright Road., Suite C Missouri City, Texas 77459.

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install all flooring types. We also provide carpet cleaning services, air duct cleaning, ceramic tile, grout cleaning and 24 hour water extraction. We have been in business for over 25 years and we take pride in our excellent service record. Free Home & Phone Estimates. Owner La Trell Harris. 12515 Fondren Road. Suite H, Houston, Texas 77035.

Floral

Flowers By Tiffany LLC 281-208-8681 www.FlowersByTiffanyStafford.com 13230 Murphy Road, Suite 400, Stafford, TX 77477. 281-208-8681. 2011 CMUS Power Award Winner – Internet Customer Service Award. Beautiful Flowers for all occasions, Weddings, Events, Funerals, Plants, Fruit & Gourmet Baskets. Member of the Better Business Bureau and Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. Mention the Fort Bend Business Journal for a special discount.

Economic Development

The Katy Area Economic Development Council (Katy Area EDC) www.KatyEDC.org - 281-396-2200 The Katy Area conomic Development Council (Katy Area EDC, a 501 (c) 6 non-profit corporation, is a full service economic development corporation representing the Katy ISD area (Katy Area). Katy Area EDC : recruits new businesses, helps retain and expand existing businesses, helps create new businesses, facilitates the construction of business infrastructure and helps improve the quality of place and quality of life of the Katy Area.

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Florist Red Stem Florist LLC 281-403-3880 www.redstemflorist.com 3340 FM 1092 Rd. Suite 175, Missouri city, TX 77459 Specializing in all floral arrangements. Custom designs - Early Victorian Era to Asian styles for Weddings & Funerals. High end silks and gift baskets. Let Red Stem, Florist create your next occasion.

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Home Care Assistance

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

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

Ice Cream Specialties

Southern Ice Cream 281-499-9837 www.SouthernIceCreamTX.com Great for all occasions! Reward your employees, clients or families. Serve delicious ice cream specialties from Southern Ice Cream in Stafford, Texas. Do you have a special fundraising project or marketing project on your mind? Schedule a push cart, ice cream truck or vintage ‘Original Good Humor’ truck to deliver these speciality deserts. Southern Ice Cream prides itself on personalized service delivering frozen treats efficiently to cool down even the hottest Houston days! It’s easy to book this unique and rewarding ice cream experience, just visit www. SouthernIceCreamTX.com or call Michelle at 281-499-9837.

Insurance Agencies

Goosehead Insurance 281-643-0996 www.gooseheadinsurance.com/ andrew-haley-insurance “Goosehead Insurance brings years of experience and expertise in serving your Auto, Home, Life & Commercial Insurance needs. As your agent, Andrew Haley understands the value of safeguarding what matters most to you and will work on your behalf to bring you the best insurance options based on your individual needs. You will be met with unmatched customer service, integrity and expediency.” Insurance Solutions of Texas 281-565-2222 • 281-341-5060 www.insurancesolutionsoftexas.com Jay Harris, Auto, Home, Business, Flood Insurance. 14140 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. 281-565-2222, Fax 281-565-3333. 2515 Ave. H, Rosenberg, Texas 77471. 281-341-5060, Fax 281-3415558.

Nature’s Pest Control

Nature’s Own Pest And Lawn Service 281-656-2847 www.naturesownpestcontrol.org 18035 W. Little York Rd. Ste. F, Katy, TX 77449. Using an exterminator that will practice the safest and most natural techniques for pest control can be reassuring and December be the only consideration for those who are determined to live green in every way. Natural pest control with the best guarantee in the business. At Nature’s Own, we will eradicate your bugs and make your home bug free once again. Don’t lose any sleep over these pesky bugs. Call Nature’s Own today. Mention Fort Bend Business Journal and receive a special discount. Newspaper

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. Open MRI

Jewelers

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

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

Magazine

Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com Fort Bend’s ONLY business publication. Reaching over 10,000 businesses monthly. The place to advertise to reach the vital Fort Bend County business community.

Elissa R. Wedemeyer O.D., FCOVD, F.A.A.O 281-499-2600 www.drwedemeyer.com 6026 Hwy. 6 Missouri City, TX 77459. Therapeutic Optometrist; Visual Perceptual / Binocular Therapy; medical management of eye infections and diseases. The office has a large selection of fashion frames. Pets Grooming, Food & Supplies

12 MONTHS LISTING FOR ONLY $300

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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Sugar Land • 281-240-WOOF (9663) Sienna • 281-778-WOOF (9663)

Pharmacies

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

Immunizations & Drug Testing The IMUnization Clinic West 281-229-9664 • S.W. 281-313-7468 www.houstonvaccines.com houstonvaccines@gmail.com. West: 16225 Park Ten Place, Suite 519, Houston, Texas 77084, S.W. 3727 Greenbriar Dr., Suite 403, Stafford, TX 77477- Vaccines for children and adults for school, fertility, work, immigration, or travel needs. Daytime, Evening, and Saturday hours and no wait appointments available. Vaccine titers and Drug Testing for individuals or corporations. Certified Drug Testing Center & CDC Designated Yellow Fever Provider. We perform oral HIV testing also. Mobile onsite clinics available for churches and corporations. We are now in network with Blue Cross & Blue Shield. Real Estate

Colliers International, formerly Curtice Commercial Real Estate 281-494-4769 kolbe.curtice@colliers.net Kolbe M. Curtice, CCIM, CLS, 15999 City Walk, Suite 250, Sugar Land Square located at U.S. Highway 59 & State Highway 6, Fax: 281-4943227, Brokerage, Development, Investment and Tenant Representation, 30 years experience in Fort Bend.

Riverstone Development Co. 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tomw@johnsondev.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxurious waterside living in Fort Bend from $200s to the many millions. Jeanne Gregory, CRS, GRI 281-344-8918 www.jeannegregory.com jeannegregory@earthlink.net. 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478, Fax: 281-242-6754, Re/Max Southwest. Residential real estate sales & corporate relocation. Jennifer Weaver, ABR, CRS, GRI 281-207-5037 www.jenniferweaver.com RE/MAX Southwest, 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Residential sales and corporate relocation since 1979. Remodeling / Outdoor Living

Living Improvements 281-499-7000 www.living-improvements.com AWARD WINNING - 2010 & 2011 Houston’s BEST “Outdoor Living Space” Living Improvements’ commitment to excellence makes us the perfect fit for your building needs. We have over 200 years cumulative in-house experience in the remodeling and construction industry making us highly skilled, professional and detail oriented striving to exceed our customer’s expectations. We feature outdoor living spaces, custom homes, interior and exterior renovations. Our commitment to excellence is just one of the reasons we have over 5,000 satisfied customers. SERVING FORT BEND & SURROUNDING COUNTIES FOR OVER 35 YEARS. Scrap Dealer/Metal Recycling

Julius Metals 281-499-6400 www.juliusmetals.com 3018 5th St., Stafford, TX 77477 Julius Metals has been FT. BEND COUNTY’S LARGEST SCRAP DEALER serving Fort Bend and surrounding counties for the past 31 years. As a proud and responsible member of the Fort Bend, Texas business community, we accept aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, vehicle Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H July 2015

radiators, air conditioning coils, lead and other scrap metal. We seek to protect the environment through our intake and processing of scrap metal product usually destined for landfills. Our friendly staff values you as a customer and provides the VIP treatment to make your experience with us a profitable and efficient one. If you’re not selling me your metal, we both lose money! Transportation

Town Center Transportation Inc. (281) 743-8992 TownCenterTransportation@Gmail.com www.TownCenterTransportation.com Going to the airport is stressful, and leaving your car there is even worse! Next time you go on a trip or travel for business let us do the driving. We are a locally owned and operated transportation business with a fleet of luxury mid and fullsize SUV’s that services Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, Fort Bend County and Houston. We also provide transportation for going out to dinner (don’t drink and drive!), concerts, cruises, weddings, and all other events in the greater Houston area. Relax, unwind, and call Town Center Transportation!

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www.WoofGangBakery.com We LOVE your Dog! Pamper your pet with a relaxing Woof Gang Bakery Spa Experience! A neighborhood store, offering gourmet dog treats, healthy pet foods, pet supplies, accessories and pet grooming. We are committed to providing superior products that enhance the well-being of your dog. At Woof Gang Bakery, we know that dogs are a part of our families, dogs are our faithful companions, and dogs bring us joy. We’ll help you show your appreciation for their unconditional love and devotion.

Valuation

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

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

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

Bombay Palace (Indian Grill and Bar) The route to India was The Bombay sought by Vasco da Gama and Christopher Columbus Palace (Indian Grill and Bar) for its valuable spices. Saffron, turmeric, ginger and coriander — these are the tastes that define Indian food. If you are craving tandoori, tikka masala, spicy curries or any of the cuisine’s other vibrant, artfully prepared dishes, try The Bombay Palace, Indian Grill and Bar. Enjoy the exotic taste of India right in our wonderful city of Sugar Land in our cozy neighborhood restaurant. Indian cuisine is hard to sample via just one dish. The Bombay Palace has a sampler of a variety of dishes in their daily lunch buffet. Enjoy our Lunch Buffet served daily. Mon.-Fri: 11:00-2:30 p.m. and Sat.-Sun: 11:30-3:00 p.m. Dinner served daily from 5:30-10 p.m. Daily Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Let us cater your next event or business meeting. 15259 SW Frwy Sugar Land, TX 77478, at the intersection of 59 South & Williams Trace Blvd. Contact: 281-325-0071; sales@thebombaypalace.com. Visit us at www.TheBombayPalace.com. Like us on Facebook @ The Bombay Palace Indian Grill and Bar. $$ • FB Center Stage Gallery & Events • Holiday Parties • Birthday Parties • Financial Seminars • Political Events • Sweet 16 • Bridal Showers • Baby Showers • Art Showcase • Networking Events • Family Celebrations and the list goes on... Exceptional Rates- Unbelievable Value • Over 2500 square feet to meet your specific needs. • Beautifully decorated throughout the facility. • Showroom Ready. Many different options to choose. Center Stage Gallery & Events, 3527 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX. 77478, 281-299-4814, Email: info@Center-Stage-Events.com, visit us at www.center-stage-events.com.

Fuzii Japanese Restaurant & Bar Fuzii Japanese Restaurant & Bar is the largest Japanese Restaurant in the area that offers the best food, service, and ambiance. Lunch is provided 7 days a week, along with Happy Hour that provides an an incredible selections of food and drinks that will leave you satisfied every time . Please ask us about our private room with seating available from 20-150 people. Fuzii is open 7 days a week. Sun- Thurs. 11a.m.10p.m. Fri - Sat. 11a.m.- 11p.m. Daily Happy Hour 3p.m.- 6p.m. Located 12755 Southwest Freeway, Stafford,Texas 77477. 281-240-8388. www. fuzii.com. FB. $$ Great Harvest Bread Co. Great Harvest handcrafts bread daily using only pure and simple ingredients. Each morning we fresh-grind premium whole wheat in the bakery and blend it with ingredients from nature like yeast, salt, purified water, and honey. Great Harvest does not use chemical dough conditioners or artificial additives to preserve the bread. The result is bread that tastes simply amazing and healthy. Great Harvest Bread Co. Sugar Land is located at 3344 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas. (Next to Randall’s at Williams Trace Blvd.), 832-987-3217. www.greatharvestsugarland.com. $ Lenny’s Subs The creation of a truly great sub is no small feat. At Lenny’s we pride ourselves on serving up Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks & the Deli Fresh Experi-

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ence™. Lenny’s is the only place you can find meats and cheeses fresh, sliced to order, then piled high on fresh baked bread. Our Philly Cheesesteak is cooked to order and is served hot off the grill. Lenny’s offers catering in the form of Boxed Lunches, Hot Catering, Party Platters and Desserts. Open 7 days a week, Monday - Saturday 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Call 281-232-0589, Fax - 281 232 0563, visit us at 1135 Crabb River Rd, Suite 100, Richmond, TX 77469 or order online at Lennys.com. $ Mosset Grille & Wine Bar Sugar Land’s newest experience features New American cuisine, serving lunch and dinner in a cozy quiet atmosphere. Join us for Happy Hour Mon-Friday, all day until 7:00 p.m., featuring fine wines and Tapas. Join us Fri and Sat night starting at 7:00 p.m. for live music. Think of Mosset for your venue to hold your special occasion event. Hours of Operations: Monday - Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Saturday 4:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Mosset Grille & Wine Bar - 14019 Southwest Freeway Suite 101, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Phone: 281-201- 8296. www.mossetwinebar.com. $ $ • WB Pavani Express Come visit our newest location in Stafford, Pavani Express. Pavani Restaurant started in 1993 providing 100% Authentic Southern Indian vegetarian recipes. Most of our vegetarian dishes are glutten-free. We also provide on-site cooking. Let us cater your next event of 50 to 5000 people in the Fort Bend, Houston, and San Antonio area. Lunch Service: Tues-Sun. 11.00 am-2:30 pm. Dinner Service Tuesday to Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Friday &

Saturday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Sundays 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 209 FM 1092 (Murphy Road) • Stafford, Texas 77477. 281-261-3311 for catering call 210-328-4886. Open www.pavanicafe.com. $ Regal Seafood Lounge “The Freshest Seafood “Hong Kong Cantonese. Open 7 Days a week, Sunday- Thursday 11: 00- 10:00 p.m., Friday- Saturday 11:a.m.11:00 p.m. 12350 Southwest Freeway, Stafford, Tx. 77477. (Between W. Airport and S. Kirkwood) Phone 281-494-8888. $$ Vasos Bar-B-Q Vasos Bar-B-Q is located at 9920 Highway 90A • #D-120, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Call 281-242-8585. “Hours of Operation MondayFriday 11a.m.-8:30p.m. Saturday 11a.m.-9 p.m. Closed Sunday. 26 years same location and same ownership. Full Service Catering with variety of menu items to choose from. Visit our website at www.vasoscatering.com. $

Soto’s Kitchen “Our mission is to expose the diversity of the Mexican cuisine through daring and fun fusions, while retaining the highest standards on quality and freshness. Our great food and hospitality should reflect on our guests smiles.” Lunch Specials available from Monday -Friday. 11-3:30 p.m. Happy Hour MondaySaturday. from 11-6:30 p.m., Business Hours: Monday-Thursday. 11-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday. 11-9:30 p.m. 2899 Dulles Avenue, Missouri City, Texas. Visit us at www.sotoskitchen.com. Like us on Facebook.com/sotoskitchendulles or Tweet us on Tweeter.com/sotokitchen. $

• Relax with your best friend on our Dog friendly patio and catch a game! • Private Party Room available for Mixers, Socials & Networking • Watch live hockey , figure skating or public skating while dining Current Hours Of Operation: Mon: 4:00 pm 10:00 pm, Tue - Wed: 4:00 pm - 1:00 am, Thu: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Fri: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 16227 Lexington Blvd. • Sugar Land, Texas 77479, 281-565-8795, www.lockerroomsugarland.com. $$

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The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill, Where everybody knows your game. • Sports theme restaurant rink side! • Family friendly place • Hand Tossed Pizza, Fresh Burgers, Jumbo Wings and much more… • Several LED TVs that show all the NFL & NHL games! Yes we have Direct TV!

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