June 2014 - The Business Lifestyle Magazine Digital Edition by Fort Bend Business Journal

Volume 32 • No. 6

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Oyster Creek Manor Assisted Living & Memory Care

Senior Living Like You’ve Never Seen Before... INSIDE STORIES

Increases in sales tax allocations in Fort Bend Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange groundbreaking Fort Bend’s lead continues as job & population growth Fort Bend Newsworthy & Names in the News Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Newsletter Data Beat Information 4.95

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e know that medical professionals know about the many levels of care available for us all. These days with the continuous quality improvements to health care with the latest in medicines and services, only thinking about what may be of concern down the road for our loved ones and even ourselves, is not enough. Take a moment to be informed about what is available in our local Fort Bend community and be aware of how so many essential health services have been established with plans for expansion for our benefit. In this edition of the Fort Bend Business Journal, one of the premiere retirement communities in Fort Bend is featured Oyster Creek Manor, Assisted Living Like You’ve Never Seen Before. We invite you to familiarize yourself with this impressive facility intended on making senior residents

feel like they are home in independent, assisted, or other skilled living arrangements in a continuing care community. We place a high value on quality services and care. Our publication continues to make strides at identifying operations in the community whose worth is defined with the best outcomes. Continue your proactive and prudent role and we too, will continue to deliver relevant and important information as an interface between you and the goods and services comprising the business sector, its commercial and retail canvas in our thriving and growing community. In the meantime, keep the cash register’s ringing. Editor

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Inside Stories Increases in sales tax allocations in Fort Bend ...................................................................6 Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital honors outstanding nurse with DAISY Award......................................................................................8 Dr. Koop provides all the care you need for vision problems......................................10 Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange groundbreaking ............................................11 Katy Area EDC’s 10th anniversary luncheon celebrates ............................................12 Texas Workforce Commission re-funds unemployment insurance bonds............17 Big Shots - Chamber holds Cinco de Mayo celebration..............................................18 Fort Bend County office of Emergency Management receives two awards.........20 Business owners urged to have disaster plan... just in case.......................................22

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Diane Strehl Jessica Kij John Sazma Susan Dannhaus CONTRIBUTORS Karen Daniels Betsy Dolan Elsa Maxey ART DIRECTOR Joey Belleza GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB Jan Carlo Arcillas

Ceremony honored young artists and cancer patients.................................................23 Central Fort Bend Chamber’s ‘2014 State of the Richmond’ June 20 . .................24 ABCHI USA sets sights on Sugar Land..............................................................................27 Fort Bend’s lead continues as job and population growth standout........................32

Departments Newsworthy........................................................................ 19 Names in the News...................................................... 24-25 Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Newsletter............ 28-31

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Data Beat..................................................................... 34-37

OYSTER CREEK MANOR Asisted Living and Memory Care

Service Directory........................................................ 38-41 Meet & Eat - Food, Drink & Entertainment Guide.................................................. 43-44

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Increases in sales tax allocations in Fort Bend By Elsa Maxey

ocal sales tax allocations reported by Texas Comptroller Susan Combs for May show that growth in sales tax revenue increases are in the telecommunications and services sectors in Texas. Combs said, “Increased business spending in the wholesale trade section also contributed to the latest monthly gain.” That means that there have been 49 consecutive months of growth in sales tax collections statewide, as reported. In May, Combs’ office sent cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts their local sales tax allocations amounting to $716 million, which is a 7.1 percent increase as compared to May 2013.

In Fort Bend County, growth change percentages are notable, especially for Fulshear at 27.09 percent for the year-to-date payment comparisons in 2013 and 2014. Kendleton, Arcola and Orchard, small cities in Fort Bend, are showing increased activity adding growing rebate checks to their coffers from the state. There’s a small sliver of Houston in Fort Bend as is the case with Katy, and both cities are included in the city sales and use tax comparison summary (see table). Of special vote, Houston is ranked first and Sugar Land 17th on a listing of the top 20 sales and use tax cities in Texas for this period. Overall of the larger cities in Fort Bend, Sugar Land,

City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - May 2014 CITY

Net Payment This Period

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2014 Payment To Date

Percent Change

45,800.18

32,896.05

39.22%

203,457.83

179,646.24

13.25%

Fulshear

94,312.79

78,421.68

20.26%

386,274.68

303,919.10

27.09%

Houston

58,124,412.59

56,881,119.92

2.18%

268,458,767.23

252,643,063.18

6.26%

953,905.48

944,009.75

1.04%

4,540,839.38

4,366,688.33

3.98%

931.01

788.60

18.05%

5,088.17

4,080.06

24.70%

Meadows Place

116,363.05

108,355.05

7.39%

492,014.23

463,299.70

6.19%

Missouri City

742,597.09

697,618.35

6.44%

3,291,919.06

3,005,638.89

9.52%

Needville

54,543.93

37,264.47

46.36%

200,306.84

168,230.72

19.06%

Orchard

4,870.95

3,793.37

28.40%

20,162.52

17,085.33

18.01%

Kendleton

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Payment Prior Year

Arcola

Katy

Guadalupe

Missouri City and Rosenberg show healthy increased year-to-date percentage changes of 9.51, 9.52, and 19.95, respectively. Rebate checks of over a million dollars in May are reported to have gone to Sugar Land, $4,177,215; Stafford, $1,548,304; and Rosenberg, $1,483,347.31. Of special interest relating to taxes, Stafford continues its city operations without assessing a city property tax to homeowners and businesses alike, which helps attract a variety of business enterprises to its city. Stafford eliminated its city property tax in 1995. It operates on revenue received from sales taxes, franchise taxes and user fees in line with those of neighboring communities.

Richmond

460,824.20

411,485.22

11.99%

1,972,918.92

1,928,207.93

2.31%

Rosenberg

1,483,347.31

1,331,203.47

11.42%

6,814,817.79

5,681,016.44

19.95%

Stafford

1,548,304.05

1,462,871.08

5.84%

6,655,592.43

6,420,312.32

3.66%

Sugar Land

4,177,215.97

3,881,529.99

7.61%

20,372,341.80

18,602,350.61

9.51%

Statewide Local Sales Tax Allocations -May 2014 Recipient

May 2014 Allocations

Change from May 2014

Year-to-date Change

$471.7M

6.8%

6.4%

$44.8M

5.6%

2.7%

$159.4M

6.4%

7.0%

$40.1M

17.0%

18.6%

$716.0M

7.1%

6.9%

Cities Counties Transit Systems Special Purpose Taxing Districts Total Source: Susan Combs, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital honors outstanding nurse with DAISY Award

ojgan Tourchi, RN, is Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s DAISY Award winner, a national honor that recognizes the contributions of extraordinary nurses. Tourchi was chosen based upon nominations from six patients she supported and guided through the postsurgery and physical therapy process. Nominations from her patients describer her to be known for the high degree of passion that she shows to each patient. Tourchi is someone who can put others at ease even during emotional and physically-draining situations. Her lively spirit and commitment to her patients make Tourchi a great representative of the Houston Methodist I CARE values. Recently, a patient underwent surgery at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital after being involved in a car accident. During the recovery process, Tourchi constantly checked to ensure the patient’s understanding of what was happening and offered endless encouragement and motivation. She made sure to root and cheer as the patient successfully walked around the entire sixth floor for the first time after surgery. It is this passion and positivity that Tourchi demonstrates every day that makes her such an asset to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. “Tourchi embodies the values we strive for,” said Janet Leatherwood, Chief Nursing Officer of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. “She is a constant example of a nurse who is truly passionate about being a nurse and helping others.” In honor of her DAISY Award selection, Tourchi received a certificate

DAISY Award Recipient, Mojgan Tourchi, RN, with family, the nominating patients and the DAISY Award Committee.

of appreciation, a DAISY Award pin and a beautiful sculpture titled “A Healer’s Touch,” hand-carved by artists of the Shona tribe in Zimbabwe. Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s committee selects a DAISY Award winner each quarter. The DAISY Foundation was established by family members in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who died in 1999 from an auto-immune disease. The care Patrick and his family received from nurses inspired this unique award as a way of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families. Today, more than 1,300 hospitals across the

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U.S. participate in the program. “We are proud to be among the hospitals participating in the DAISY Award program,” said Leatherwood. “Nurses like Tourchi are everyday heroes who demonstrate excellence through clinical expertise and compassionate care, and we are excited to be able to recognize her – and our future winners – as outstanding role models for the nursing profession.” To learn more about Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, please visit houstonmethodist.org/ sugarland, and visit our Facebook page at facebook.com/methodistsugarland to congratulate Tourchi on her award.

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Dr. Koop provides all the care you need for vision problems

s your vision slowly worsening? Are you bothered by glare at night or in bright sun? You may be suffering from cataracts. Come see Dr. Koop at the Texas Eye Institute to find out if it’s time for new glasses or cataract surgery. They employ the latest techniques including small incision, stitchless surgery and newest technology lenses that can correct astigmatism (Toric) or give distance and near vision (ReSTOR). Are you ready to be freed from glasses and contact lenses? Do you want to wake up in the morning and read the alarm clock without your glasses, or go to bed at night without removing your contact lenses? Come in for your free LASIK evaluation with their experienced and caring staff. Dr. Koop is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist with 14 years of experience. He has performed over 5000 cataract and vision correction procedures including LASIK, PRK and Astigmatism correction surgery. Dr. Casey has over 6 years experience in Optometry and is Glaucoma certified. She is trained in evaluating multiple eye

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Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange construction gets under way with groundbreaking

usiness and political leaders from the West Houston-Katy area recently held a groundbreaking at West 10 Boulevard and Cane Island Parkway to launch construction of the Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange. The interchange is being built to enable new access to I-10 on the west side of Katy. The cost of the construction project is $10 million and results from a partnership between the City of Katy, the Katy Development Authority, the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) and Parkside Capital. The interchange particularly benefits the first two tenants in the West 10 Business Park, Igloo Corporation and the Medline Distribution Center. “Advancing the project has been a collaborative effort between TxDOT and the City of Katy and we are pleased to see this project come to fruition,” said Mike Alford, TxDOT’s Houston District Engineer. “The IH 10/Cane Island interchange project will definitely improve mobility and help economic development in the area.” Alford and several others spoke at the groundbreaking, including Katy Mayor Fabol Hughes. “Cane Island Boulevard will be the gateway to Katy’s development in Waller County over the next several years, and will serve as an integral part of our mobility plan connecting Morton Road from the north and FM 1463 from the south to I-10,” Hughes said. Meanwhile,

Skip Conner, chairman of the Katy Development Authority, praised the relationship between the public and private sectors in getting the project started. “This is a great example of what can happen when CANE ISLAND PARKWAY, continued on page 13

The Katy Area EDC business and political leaders from the West HoustonKaty area recently held a groundbreaking at West 10 Boulevard and Cane Island Parkway to launch construction of the Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange.

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Katy Area EDC’s 10th anniversary luncheon celebrates decade of business growth, job creation

ver the last 10 years, the Katy area has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing and most livable communities in the nation and the Katy Area Economic Development Council’s recent 10th anniversary luncheon highlighted the organization’s role in building the area’s stature as a rising economic and cultural force in the Gulf Coast region. The May 13 luncheon featured a keynote presentation from KBR Vice President Chip Schneider; a 10-year economic development progress review; and a ceremony honoring Texas Representative Bill Callegari for outstanding public service in representing the area’s needs at the state level. Callegari announced his plans to retire from public office in September 2013. “We’ve built a considerable list of accomplishments on which we can reflect,” said Lance LaCour, President and CEO of the Katy Area EDC. “But we’re particularly proud of our role in cultivating regional business partnerships and attracting new residents and businesses

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into the community.” Some of the Katy EDC’s most prominent accomplishments over the last 10 years include generating 13,000 new jobs; bringing in about $1.3 billion in capital investment; and having an overall $3.0 billion economic impact on the Katy area. Katy also received top ratings in growth in 2010 and Cinco Ranch recently was rated the top place in the U.S. for livability by AreaVibes, an online agency that compiles livability scores on cities, communities and neighborhoods across the nation. More recent Katy Area EDC successes include GEICO bringing 1,000 jobs by locating its Claims Adjustment Center Office in Katy; companies such as Rooms to Go adding 300,000 sq. ft. to their facility and the Medline Distribution Center adding 500,000 sq. ft. to their facility; Pathfinder Energy Services and Dyna-Drill both recently moving their headquarters and manufacturing to Katy; Weatherford Artificial Lift Systems building their $100 million headquarters and manufacturing facility in Katy; and Igloo Corporation, a top-ranking company in the cooler industry already headquartered in Katy expanding its manufacturing workforce by 250 and opening a new 420,000 sq. ft. distribution facility in the West Ten Business Park in the City of Katy. LaCour also noted that general economic indicators show the Katy area has grown in population from 157,000 in 2003 to 290,000 in 2013, which is nearly an 85 percent increase. Business establishment growth has followed at about an 80 percent increase over 10 years as well, as the Katy area experienced an increase from 5,900 establishments in 2003 to 10,600 establishments in 2014.

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Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange construction gets under way with groundbreaking

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different governmental entities and private industry work together for the betterment of a community,” Conner said. John S. Moody, CEO of Parkside Capital noted the time and commitment devoted to the project by all involved. “This project is the result of five years of coordinated efforts by TXDOT, the City of Katy, Katy Development Authority and Parkside Capital. I wish to thank all of our partners for their commitment to this project,” said Moody. Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers said the interchange will solve a rapidly worsening traffic congestion issue. “The Cane Island Parkway/I-10 Interchange will provide a significant amount of relief for the heavily congested 1463 to and from I-10 for residents of Katy and Fort Bend County,” Meyers said. Others who attended the groundbreaking included District 18’s State Sen. Glenn Hegar; Waller County Commissioner Glenn Beckendorff; and Katy Area Economic Development Council President and CEO Lance LaCour. “We’re obviously pleased and proud to get the Parkway/I-10 Interchange construction under way,” LaCour said. “The need for better access to the Katy Freeway (I-10 West) has increased with the area’s fast-growing population and the corresponding rise in traffic. The Katy Area EDC helped advocate funding the interchange and managed the recruitment of the Igloo and Medline projects,” he said. “We’ve been working on development of the West 10 Business Park since 2005, providing due diligence along with technical, marketing, advocacy and incentives assistance.”

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Oyster Creek Manor COVER STORY By Karen Daniels

hen you step inside Oyster Creek Manor, immediately you feel the mountain lodge charm. The warm, friendly environment. The rock fireplace, wood beams, and cozy sitting areas. An extension of home. Nestled off Highway 1092 and Township Lane in Missouri City, the property sits on nearly four acres of trees, walking paths, courtyards and a safe playground for family visits that can be held in the shade. Most of all, Oyster Creek Manor is dedicated to providing superior care designed with total comfort in mind. The Assisted Living division (AL) has private apartments that are comfortably appointed with kitchenettes, spacious baths, living areas in four uniquely priced

sizes, each with advanced monitoring and alert systems that can immediately summon staff. The Gardens at Oyster Creek specialize in Memory Care (MC)—handling light dementia through Alzheimer’s—same facilities, with added security. Dee Holmes, Executive Director of Oyster Creek Manor, is here to help you through this process. If you are considering down-sizing or moving a loved one to a more structured setting, “We want everyone to feel like they are at home.” Miss Dee (as she’s referred to by the residents) announced exciting news that Oyster Creek will soon be a complete campus, providing for all stages of senior living. Two new developments will be added this fall; a skilled nursing facility, and independent cottages for senior living. “This will be a one of a kind facility,” Dee assured. The advantage to having a skilled nursing facility on campus is that residents won’t have to travel far should they require rehabilitation after surgery or injury. And the cottages are patio homes

within a gated community, perfect for people who wish to live independently and maintenance free. Landscaping and basic repairs are provided and varying levels of on-site amenities from Oyster Creek Manor, known as Bronze, Silver and Gold, are available to all residents. Another bonus to having each level of care on one campus is for times when spouses require different levels of care. Being on the same campus provides peace of mind and the ability for daily visits. Each division, AL and MC, have separate activity directors planning social, cultural, and educational programs. The calendar of events reads like an itinerary on a cruise ship. A typical day in MC involves balloon volleyball, sing-along’s, nutritional snacks, creative arts, movies, and the daily news. A typical day in AL includes walking clubs, movie nights, CONTINUES...

We want everyone to feel like they are at home. This will be a one of a kind facility. —Dee Holmes, Executive Director of Oyster Creek Manor

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Assisted Living Like You’ve Never Seen Before

Community Features • Premier Living • Elegantly Appointed Apartments • Individual Climate Controls • Exceptional Care Team Lead by Licensed Vocational Nurses • Innovative Memory Care Community • Full Service Beauty Salon & Barber Shop • Inviting Parlors and Entertainment Areas • Private Dining and Cozy Fireplaces

• Hospitality and Concierge Services • Tastefully Landscaped Courtyard • Housekeeping and Laundry Services • Short Term Stay Program • Wi-Fi Available • Scheduled Transportation

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book clubs, group outings, stretch and flex, mix and mingle, and bingo and bridge. Both residences, Al and MC, offer spiritual and religious programs and three full meals per day, seven days a week are provided. The variety of pricing, life-enriching technologies, and resort style atmosphere are a few of the ways Oyster Creek Manor provides Senior living like you’ve never seen before. Need to go somewhere? No problem, the transportation services offer personal and scheduled trips. Need something to look forward too? Friday Happy Hours will kick start your weekend with snacks, beer, wine and visiting entertainment. Need help with finances? Oyster creek Manor is committed to helping with complicated forms and applications. “We just don’t tell you to call the VA.” They are trained and experienced to assist in these matters. Need additional medical support? They have visiting physicians, blood pressure screenings, physical therapy, rehabilitation programs, fall prevention and strength training curriculums.

This is the Tree of Life. A family member of a resident at The Gardens painted this on a wall in one of the gathering areas to brighten things up. Now it is used as the activity wall. With each season and holiday, residents decorate the tree by changing leaves and adding ornamental art as a creative project. The game I Spy is played, assisting with memory exercise. Town Hall is where happy hour, movie nights, and recently, many of the residents met to watch the NFL football draft. We have a great mix of men and women that creates a festive mood for all occasions. Three resort meals are prepared daily by chefs and served in a dining room that is spacious and comfortable, with lodgelike character. There’s a private dining room that can be reserved for special occasions like a birthday or anniversary of loved ones.

Oyster Creek Manor offers a luxurious lifestyle with unmatched wellness services. Dee Holmes and her staff make it their business to learn detailed information about the residents, their needs and goals, and help provide solutions and plans the entire family can feel good about. And if your loved one only needs daytime services, this too can be arranged. Give them a call and check out all the amenities Oyster Creek Manor has to offer.

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Texas Workforce Commission re-funds unemployment insurance bonds

s part of its commitment to maintaining a strong business climate in Texas, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) continues to find effective strategies to reduce employers’ UI tax costs, while also conservatively managing the state’s Unemployment Compensation (UC) Trust Fund. TWC today announced that it has re-funded $709,785,000 in Unemployment Insurance (UI) bonds the agency issued in 2010. The Texas Public Finance Authority issued these bonds yesterday on behalf of TWC at an estimated interest rate of 0.99 percent based on projected accelerated retirement of all bonds by July 2017. By issuing bonds at a lower interest rate and re-funding previous bonds, TWC estimates a savings to employers of $24,857,885 as a result of this transaction.

“The Texas Workforce Commission is committed to protecting the assets of this state and its employers, and this bond issuance does just that,” said TWC Chairman Andres Alcantar. “The strength of the Texas economy is evidenced by strong, consistent and diverse job growth across businesses calling Texas home.” As of December 31, 2013, the Texas UC Trust Fund balance was approximately $1.4 billion. The TWC bonds issued today received the highest possible credit ratings from all three credit rating agencies including Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s and Fitch. Debt to the Texas UC Trust Fund is paid through the collection of unemployment taxes from Texas employers. The $2.1 billion bond sale in December 2010 was issued to cover a 10-year period. At the time, expected savings to employers was estimated to total approximately $110 million.

“Being a responsible steward of the UC Trust Fund in order to preserve funds for those who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own is one of our highest priorities,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Ronny Congleton. “Our Texas economy has had an excellent track record over the past five years, with job growth in most industries. TWC is ready to help find employment opportunities for all Texans who are looking for work.” “By taking advantage of favorable interest rates for Texas and using an innovative bond sale and re-funding strategy, we estimate savings to employers will be almost $25 million,” said TWC Employer Commissioner Hope Andrade. “This is smart business for our state and for our 490,000 employers that choose to live, work, and run their businesses here. I am proud of our agency staff for working hard to pursue opportunities that benefit the state.”

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FORT BEND Chamber holds Cinco de Mayo celebration

he Central Fort Bend Chamber’s Hispanic Business Division celebrated its 5th anniversary with its annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Legacy Ford. More than 300 showed up for free food and beverages from local restaurants and Silver Eagle Distributors. Allegiance Roofing was the El Presidente sponsor. For more information about the Central Fort Bend Chamber or the Hispanic Business Division, call 281-342-5464.

Patrick Sexton, Legacy Ford; Central Fort Bend Chamber President Shanta Kuhl; Eloise Lucas, Legacy Ford.

Central Fort Bend Chamber President Shanta Kuhl; Patrick Sexton, Legacy Ford; Congressman Pete Olson; Eloise Lucas, Legacy Ford; Joe Rangel, Allegiance Roofing; Shannon Orsak, St. Michael’s Emergency Rooms.

Joe Rangel, Allegiance Roofing; Matt Ontiveros, Springhill Suites by Marriott Rosenberg; Central Fort Bend Chamber President Shanta Kuhl.

Central Fort Bend Chamber staff: Melissa Tipton, Lisa McGarity, DiAnna Barentine, Jeremy Heath, Leigh Ann Dawson, Shanta Kuhl and Shannan Stavinoha.

St. Michael’s Business Blender

he Central Fort Bend Chamber’s Business Blender at St. Michael’s Emergency Rooms Sugar Land was well attended. Some at the Blender were:

Shown are: Michael Garfield, Chris Morales and Jake Messinger.

Central Fort Bend Chamber President Shanta Kuhl, Gilbert Limones, Kevin Patton and St. Michael’s Emergency Room’s owner Dr. Shannon Orsak.

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Mobility leadership key to fast-growing Fort Bend County County officials recently celebrated the opening of overpasses along Segment D of the Grand Parkway, allowing uninterrupted travel between U.S. Hwy 59/Interstate 69 to Interstate 10. This much-anticipated non-stop arterial road is part of a larger series of mobility enhancements serving one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States. Voters in Fort Bend have authorized more than $400 million in road bonds since 2000, resulting in more than 1,624 lane miles constructed, enough to drive from Fort Bend County, Texas to Los Angeles, Calif. In addition to these projects, significant portions of U.S. Hwy 59 in Fort Bend are being upgraded to become Interstate 69, and more than a dozen other road sections are underway or finishing during 2014. Interstate 69, the so-called

NAFTA Super Highway connecting Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, joins rail, air and sea to position Fort Bend as a crucial national and international transportation hub. Most recently, the opening of optional toll overpasses on Segment D of the Grand Parkway means shorter commutes for drivers, with an estimated travel time of 15 minutes using the new toll overpasses. According to county leaders, these enhancements to Segment D will significantly improve mobility and connectivity for communities within and outside of Fort Bend County. “The Grand Parkway has been a fixture in Fort Bend County for nearly two decades and has helped Fort Bend County become one of the fastest-growing parts of Greater Houston,” said Jeff Wiley, president and CEO of the Greater Fort Bend Economic

Fort Bend Education Foundation awards $396,569 to teachers and schools in Fort Bend ISD At its annual Grant Awards presentation held on May 13, the Fort Bend Education Foundation presented a $396,569 check to Fort Bend ISD to fund Grants to Teachers and Schools, Professional Development Grants, New Teacher Grants, and other programs. Since its inception, the Education Foundation has awarded over $4.4 million in grants to FBISD teachers and schools. For the 2014-2015 school year, the Education Foundation awarded 173 grants for $262,706 to support the Grants to Teachers and School program. Additionally, the Foundation awarded 269 New Teacher Grants for $31,315, $30,000 in Professional Development Grants and $70,223 in pass through grants for a total of $396,569 being awarded this year.

We touch every school in Fort Bend ISD! - Pictured are Fort Bend Education Foundation Board Members (front row, from left): Grayle James, FBISD Board of Trustees; Mary Bourne-Marth, Board Member; Andy Ralph, FBEF President; Pat Houck, Past President; Sue Chiang, Board Member (back row) Chris Hill, Vice President of Allocations; Charles Dupre, FBISD Superintendent of Schools; Shefali Jhaveri, Board Member; Terri Wang, VP Community Affairs; John Wantuch, President Elect; Dennis Halford, Board Member; Terrie Gorney, Board Member; Brenna Cosby, FBEF Executive Director

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Development Council. “The addition of optional toll overpasses, however, enhances commute times, alleviates congestion and improves quality of life for residents and businesses. A modern road system is essential to keeping Fort Bend County a desirable place in which to do business and live.” Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the agency with primacy over all other segments of the Grand Parkway, completed toll lane construction on Segment E, so now drivers can also travel from the Fort Bend segment north to U.S. Hwy 290 with uninterrupted access. When TxDOT’s work is complete, the Grand Parkway will serve as Houston’s “third outer loop,” traveling through seven counties. “The economy is growing quickly in Texas and in Fort Bend County, and expanded roads are a necessary improvement to ease mobility congestion for our residents,” said Fort Bend County Judge Robert Hebert. “We are thankful for the support and hard work of the Grand Parkway Association, Fort Bend Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority, TxDOT and local officials to make this essential project a reality.” In late 2013, Forbes Magazine ranked Fort Bend the No. 5 fastest-growing county in the nation. Additionally, Fort Bend has maintained the highest percentage increase in employment from March 2012-2013, June 2012-2013, and September 20122013 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Road enhancement projects will become increasingly important as the county continues to experience future growth. Updates to current and future projects can be found at http://www.fortbendcounty. com/archives/1607. For additional information about Fort Bend County, visit FortBendCounty.com or call 281-242-0000.

Fort Bend County office of Emergency Management receives two awards

he Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management recently received two awards from the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT): The Community Service Award in conjunction with the Arc of Fort Bend County, and the Excellence in Emergency Management Award in conjunction with the Fort Bend Flood Management Association. EMAT presented the awards at a special ceremony in San Marcos, Texas recently. “EMAT recognizes outstanding members each year for their contributions in the Emergency Management Community,” says Jeb Lacey, EMAT President. “The excellent work in Fort Bend County is certainly deserving of recognition, and it is an honor to serve alongside them.” Fort Bend County OEM received the Community Service Award for a project led by Kathy Renfrow, a Planning Coordinator with FBC OEM, and Cheryl Sewell Shown are (l-r): Kathy Renfrow, Project Coodinator OEM; and Cheryl Sewell, Arc of Fort Bend County.

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of the Arc of Fort Bend County, for creating the public outreach tool “Ready Bingo.” Ready Bingo is a fun and engaging way to teach emergency preparedness using a picture-driven bingo game. Ready Bingo targets a variety of audiences including seniors, children, persons with limited English language proficiency, and individuals with functional and access needs. The Community Service Award honors those who have provided leadership, guidance, facilities, equipment, or support to an emergency management program, a community, or the profession in the furtherance of mitigation, preparedness, response, or recovery activities in the past calendar year. Jeff Braun, Emergency Management Coordinator with the Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management commented: “This really is a result of great cooperation between Kathy and the folks at Ready Houston. Without that partnership and the close working relationships this idea would not have been implemented as successfully.” June 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

FBC OEM and the Fort Bend Flood Management Association jointly received the Excellence in Emergency Management Award for the Fort Bend County Levee Project. Partnering with other departments, such as the County’s Drainage District and Road and Bridge, FBC OEM and the Flood Management Association implemented a way to incorporate all of the Levee Improvement Districts within the County into its emergency management system. The Excellence in Emergency Management award recognizes outstanding state and local emergency management projects, activities and campaigns that further the goals of saving lives and protecting property by mitigating, preparing for, responding to, or recovering from disasters and emergencies in Texas. “Our staff is constantly looking for ways to improve our offerings to our community,” remarked Braun, “These awards really give us affirmation that the hard work has not gone unnoticed. Our staff are all here to do the right thing by our residents, but a little recognition along the way never hurts.”

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Biz Showcase Outstanding Jim McIngvale and his business messages for start-ups at the 9th annual Business Expo organized by Bob and Susan Hargarther on May 12 leaves its mark on Fort Bend. Held at the T.E. Harman Center on Matlage Way in Sugar Land, McIngvale shared 10 ideas that helped him become a legend in the industry, and all one could also hear besides McIngvale was the scratching sound of pens on paper as participants took copious notes. The Literacy Council of Fort Bend was this year’s non-profit partner and recipient of a portion of the vendor fees of the event. Vendors of goods and services, according to Bob Hargarther, report benefitting by also walking away with many leads and some even arranged for future deals. Fine foods, women’s services, health care, and also a toastmaster group were among the many participants. Prizes and event give-aways were also part of the great event.

Dalyn and Jonathan Hoegemeyer of Edward Jones with Bob Hargarther.

Fort Bend Star and Fort Bend Business Journal Account Executives John Sazma and Delvina Palacios show their stuff at another successful Business Expo.

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e’re far enough away from the coast.” “It won’t happen to me.” “I don’t need a disaster plan on paper because I will know what to do.” Experts call it “hurricane amnesia”-when a long lag time between hurricanes causes home and business owners to forget the realities of natural disasters and the destruction they can cause. Even though meteorologists are predicting that El Nino could create a slower-thannormal 2014 hurricane season, business

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owners are being advised to plan ahead. Hurricane Ike in 2008, was just a Category 2 storm but ended up being the third costliest hurricane in U.S. history with $30 billion in damages. “It only takes one”, said Chuck Miccolis, Senior Engineering Manager with the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. “You can’t let predictions for a slow season give you a false sense of security”. Unlike tornadoes or earthquakes which can strike suddenly and without warning, hurricanes can provide business owners some advance notice. But business owners shouldn’t wait for the “cone of uncertainty” to take shape before taking steps to protect what they have built. Protecting the bricks & mortar If you are building a business from the ground up, Miccolis advises taking extreme weather events into consideration both with design plans and in the products you choose. The Texas Department of Insurance Product Evaluation Index has a list of construction products that have been tested to be stronger during extreme weather events. IBHS, whose headquarters are in Tampa, Florida, also has a program called “Fortify

Children’s Art Project for Safety” that helps business owners understand the importance of investing in resiliency rather than in re-building. “You need the roof cover to stay on. You need the windows to stay strong. The building can’t be looked at as individual parts, but rather as a system because when you have a failure in one part of the building during a natural disaster, it affects the entire building”, Miccolis said. For established businesses, Miccolis suggests investing in the roof cover and the edge flashing--where the roof cover meets the wall. Re-inforce windows, large commercial doors and take time to seal any areas where water might come in: around utilities, doors and low-level windows. Keeping the Business Going after Disaster Strikes If you are a small business owner, experts say it is important to have a disaster plan that is regularly reviewed, practiced and modified. The goal should be to get the business up and running as quickly as possible after a natural disaster. “You need to have a game plan for the first 24 hours and then a game plan for the first couple of weeks”, said Gail Moraton, Business Resiliency Manager with IHBS. “The disaster plan needs to be a guide for continuity and provide a gateway for the most critical business functions to still occur despite a loss of power, or flooding or employees not being able to get to work.” One critical step that business owners need to take, according to Moraton, is making sure you will still have access to data after a natural disaster. Make sure that back-ups are performed in a timely manner and that they are stored in a facility that is safe, secure and preferably out of the region. “You have no idea how you will react after a natural disaster”, Moraton said. “Sometimes business owners think they will be able to manage just fine. But the truth is that you just don’t know how you will emotionally react and having a plan gives you solid footing in a chaotic situation”. For more information on how you can protect your business from natural disasters visit www.disastersafety.org.

Ceremony honored young artists and cancer patients

he University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project (CAP), honored pediatric patients whose artwork will be displayed in upcoming gift collections. This year’s event celebrated patients undergoing treatment at MD Anderson’s Children’s Cancer Hospital who developed artwork for 2014, including those who created designs for the Valentines, Everyday Greetings and Holiday Collections. Each child’s individual artwork will also be on display and the children will each receive medals.

“It’s important for each child to recognize how proud we are of their accomplishments. This is our way of celebrating their talents,” said Shannan Murray, CAP’s executive director. “Patients feel empowered knowing their designs are being made into products which ultimately benefit other kids fighting cancer.” CAP’s mission is to support pediatric patients and their families through the sale of products featuring their artwork. Funds generated allow children to participate in summer camps, in-hospital education programs, field-trips and more. Since its inception, more than $30 million has been raised to fulfill this critical mission.

U of H recognizes faculty, student teaching excellence faculty in both formal and informal programs aige Evans, University of Houston who demonstrate a strong commitment to College of Education Clinical teaching and student success. Associate Professor, and Perri More than 250 people attended the Segura, Clinical Associate ceremony held at the Hilton University of Professor, both Sugar Land residents, are Houston, including UH President Renu among a group of UH educators honored Khator, Provost Paula Myrick Short, Vice with a Teaching Excellence for Group President for Research and Technology Teaching Award. Transfer Rathindra Bose, and 2013 Farfel Each spring, the Recipient Mike Harold. University of Houston recognizes exceptional faculty and graduate students at the annual UH Faculty Excellence Awards Ceremony. This year, eight College of Education faculty and graduate students were honored for their teaching, research and mentoring excellence. The Teaching Excellence for Group Teaching Award TeachHouston group shown are (l-r): Rebecca George, Paige Evans, Leah McAllister-Shields, Maria Benson, and Perri Segura. recognizes clusters of

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Central Fort Bend Chamber’s ‘2014 State of the Richmond’ June 20 Mayor Evalyn Moore to provide updates on current, future Richmond projects The Central Fort Bend Chamber, and Presenting Sponsor the Rose-Rich Auto Mile, will conduct the 2014 State of Richmond Address on June 20. Richmond Mayor Evalyn Moore will provide updates on Richmondrelated projects and trends at Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond. The annual event is scheduled to start at 11:30 a.m. and conclude at 1 p.m. The Rose-Rich Auto Mile includes Finnegan Auto Group, Gillman Companies of Fort Bend, Fort Bend Kia, Fort Bend Toyota

and Legacy Ford. Table sponsors are: accesshealth, Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP, OakBend Medical Center and Republic Services, Inc. Sponsor Tables Evalyn Moore and Corporate Tables Richmond Mayor are still available. To sponsor this event, contact Leigh Ann

Dawson at 281-342-5464 or ldawson@cfbca. org. Reservations for the luncheon are $30 for Chamber members and $40 for prospective members and guests. Event-day pricing is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. Cancellations less than 72 hours in advance and “no shows” will be charged. F or reservations or more information call the Chamber at 281-342-5464 or email to mtipton@CFBCA.org”mtipton@CFBCA. org.

HCC announces Dr. Cesar Maldonado as Chancellor The Board of Trustees unanimously voted to name Cesar Maldonado, Ph.D., P.E., PMP, as the next Chancellor of Houston Community College. The institution conducted a nationwide Cesar Maldonado search for the next lead- Ph.D., P.E., PMP er of the institution and selected Dr. Maldonado, who successfully

transitioned his private industry management expertise into public higher education administration. Dr. Maldonado is an accomplished engineer, civic and business leader, and higher education administrator. Prior to HCC, he served as President of Texas State Technical College in Harlingen, where he was responsible for many important accomplishments and advances for the college and its students since 2008. Trustee Neeta Sane, HCC Board Chair

Jared Jameson named a 2014 Five Star Wealth Manager WJ Interests is excited to announce that Jared Jameson has been named a Five Star Wealth ManagerSM, for the fifth consecutive year. The Five Star Wealth ManagerSM program is the largest and most widely published wealth manager award program in North America. As part of the research process for the 2014 Five Star Wealth ManagerSM program, firms and peers nominated award candidates who were evaluated against 10 objective criteria to determine the 2014 Five Star ManagerSM in more than 40 major markets. “It is a great honor to be included on this list,” Jameson said. “Serving our clients is

my highest priority and I appreciate the recognition of my commitment to provide objective, comprehensive advice to our clients.” Jameson received his MBA in Finance from the Jared Jameson University of Texas at CFP Austin in 1993. He is also a Certified Financial PlannerTM and a registered investment advisor with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). June 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

stated, “The Board of Trustees has worked judiciously and diligently in taking one of the most important decisions for HCC’s future. We are proud to select Dr. Maldonado as HCC’s next Chancellor and we look forward to his leadership as we navigate and address many important opportunities that will help to define the HCC of the future. He is an accomplished academician, but one with three decades in business. His deep understanding of academia is framed in the context of community and industry. He is prepared for the complex issues we face and will work diligently to build teams and innovative solutions to move the College forward. We are excited with the leadership that he will bring to our College.” “What an honor and privilege it is to be named Chancellor of one of the leading community colleges in the country,” states Dr. Cesar Maldonado. “We have some real opportunities ahead of us to create what HCC can and will be for our students our community and our region. I will work diligently to understand the issues and the culture of HCC while identifying solutions to propel our college to a new standing. This is a new day at HCC – and one that centers around the important work in the classrooms and in the broader community.”

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Crystal Dowd selected by classmates as 2014 Leader of the Year Leadership Fort Bend Graduates 28th Class The Central Fort Bend Chamber’s Leadership Fort Bend program graduated its 28th class at a closing retreat in Galveston. The nine-month program, which is produced by the Chamber staff, volunteer co-Chairs Gilbert Limones, Wes Wittig and Allison Mensik and graduates from the previous year’s class, is designed for those seeking to learn more about their county, foster relationships and to find out what it takes to advance in their careers and community involvement. Leadership Fort Bend was started in 1986 by Jeff Council, Fort Bend County Treasurer, and his wife Ann. The Class of 2013-2014 completed an opening retreat (Camp Allen Conference and Retreat Center in Navasota), sessions on Infrastructure, Education, City and County Government, Judicial System, State Government (State Capitol, Austin), Fort Bend County History, Health and Social Services and the closing retreat.

Crystal Dowd, from Prosperity Bank, was chosen by her classmates as the 2014 Leader of the Year. Shown with Crystal is Central Fort Bend Chamber President Shanta Kahl.

The Class of 2013-2014 is: Peggy Bohn, SIG McDonald & Wessendorff Insurance; Kathleen Bowen, Lamar CISD; Stephen Brown, Houston Metro; Jo Ann Burditt, accesshealth; Albert Cantu, Richmond Fire Department; Barbara Carlson, Mental Health America; Courtney Diepraam, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital; Crystal Dowd, Prosperity Bank; Anthony Francis, Chamber’s Hispanic Business Division; Ryan Harper, Allen Boone Humphries & Robinson; Alex Khoshakhlagh, Costello, Inc; Susan Lang, City of Richmond; Rodney Lenfant, OakBend Medical Center; Bethany Miller, Jones & Carter, Inc.; Kirk Monroe, Brazos Bend Guardianship Services; Joe Rangel, Allegiance Roofing; Laura Radford, Sterling McCall Lexus; Randy Riedel, NRG Energy; Mike Rockwood, Lamar CISD; Claire Rogers, Fort Bend County Museum Association; Brian Sebesta, Fort Bend County MUD No. 25; Oshea Spencer, City of Baytown; Steven Zapata, Nexus Disposal, LLC and Shannon Orsak, St. Michael’s Emergency Rooms. For more information on this event or any of the Chamber’s programs, contact Jeremy Heath at jheath@cfbca.org.

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Houston Methodist Primary Care Group welcomes Dr. Ashaye Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is pleased to welcome family medicine specialist Dr. Adelola Ashaye. Dr. Ashaye will have her own office in Missouri City, located at 5819 Highway 6, Dr. Adelola Ashave Suite 370. She is board certified in family medicine, and her practice serves patients of all ages, with a special emphasis on preventive care. “I am thrilled to be a part of Houston Methodist Primary Care Group,” says Dr. Ashaye. “The Fort Bend area is an exciting place to live and work and I look forward to serving patients from Missouri City and surrounding areas. I am especially pleased to be affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital and to have access to the hospital’s leading technology and excellent staff.” Dr. Ashaye comes to Houston Methodist Primary Care Group from the University of Chicago’s MacNeal Family Medicine Center in Berwyn, Illinois, where she served as medical director and was a member of the clinical faculty. She earned her medical degree at Northwestern University and her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ashaye, call her office at 281-276-0653 or visit www.houstonmethodist.org/houstonmethodist-primary-care-group” houstonmethodist.org/primarycare.

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UH System Chancellor Renu Khator appoints UH Sugar Land Transition Steering Committee realizing their own vision of becoming the engine of economic and social development for their respective communities. “The work of the Sugar Land Transition Committee will engage with faculty, staff, students, alumni and community leaders in Victoria and Sugar Land,” Khator said. “The process of developing the upcoming transition plan is an opportunity to build something that is bold and unique, and that helps us close the achievement gap in Texas.”

oving from aspiration to transformational action, University of Houston System Chancellor Renu Khator has announced the appointment of a Sugar Land Transition Steering Committee that will define pathways for the transition of the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV) and the UH Sugar Land campus. The committee and work groups, which will include high-profile educators, alumni, community and corporate leaders, and elected officials, will work to fulfill three overarching goals the UH System has established for the transition: • To support UHV’s goal of becoming a destination university • To build a viable branch campus of UH in Sugar Land • To explore an organizational arrangement that meets the UH System’s need to serve its extended communities with speed, innovation and flexibility The transition committee is headed by Dana Rooks, dean of libraries and Elizabeth D. Rockwell Chair at the University of Houston Libraries, who will serve as executive planning director. The structure includes a steering committee, leadership committee and four work groups representing UH Victoria, chaired by Charles Alcorn, director of corporate and foundation relations at UHV; UH Sugar Land, chaired by Robert McPherson, dean of the College of Education at UH; University of Houston, chaired by Earl Smith, interim chief health officer at UH; and the UH System, chaired by William Staples, president of UH-Clear Lake. Richie Hunter, associate vice chancellor/ associate vice president for University marketing and communication, will lead strategic communications. Appointment of the committee follows

Renu Khator UH System Chancellor

recent action by the UH System Board of Regents authorizing UH to expand programs in Sugar Land and relocate a large segment of its College of Technology to the UH Sugar Land campus. The board action came at the recommendation of a UH Sugar Land Task Force report that set in motion plans to make UH the sole UH System institution delivering programs at the Sugar Land Campus. As UH expands programs at Sugar Land, UH-Victoria and UH-Clear Lake will incrementally cease delivery of their courses at the Sugar Land campus. The existing nursing program that UH-Victoria has offered at UH Sugar Land will be transferred to UH and become part of the newly organized UH Health Science Center. “The UH System has a unique opportunity to re-evaluate its overall mission of providing affordable education to as many students as possible,” Khator said. “In the process, it hopes to make the Victoria and Sugar Land locations capable of June 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

Goals of the work groups include: UH-Victoria • Support UHV’s goal of becoming a self-sustaining destination university • Determine how to separate UHV’s destination operations from its extension operations • UH Sugar Land • Build a financially viable UH branch campus in Sugar Land UH • Transfer UH Victoria nursing program • Identify and mitigate impact on UH UH System • Identify and mitigate impact on UH-Clear Lake and UH-Downtown • Explore an organizational arrangement that meets the UH System’s need to serve its extended communities with speed, innovation and flexibility Community forums in Victoria and Sugar Land will be announced in the near future. The committee is expected to issue its report in October. The UH Sugar Land Transition Steering Committee structure is available at http://www.uhsa.uh.edu/ sugarlandtransition/news/UHSugarLandTransitionTeamStructure.pdf. Work groups are still forming. Comments and interest can be submitted at http://www.uhsa.uh.edu/ sugarlandtransition/form/index.php.

ABCHI USA sets sights on Sugar Land

Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI) USA is knocking on the door, ready to bring Sugar Land the most professional home inspection services in America. The Pompano Beach, Fla.-based company — known throughout North America for providing comprehensive and reliable home inspections — has announced its strategic franchise growth plans specifically targeting Sugar Land and surrounding suburbs. The strategic expansion will provide the local real estate market a muchneeded upgrade in home inspection services complete with incomparable reporting documentation. “Through market analysis and ongoing discussions with key players in the local real estate market, we’ve identified an incredible need for professionally certified home inspections in Sugar Land,” said Bill Redfern, founder, president and CEO of ABCHI USA. “No home inspection company in North America has spent as much time as ours perfecting how local homebuyers and sellers want a home inspection delivered. We have streamlined the home inspection process to meet the needs of all parties involved, ensuring customers are getting the information they need to make clear decisions in critical moments,” Redfern added. With the U.S. housing bubble dramatically impacting home sales in America during the past half-decade, the company had been steering clear of the U.S. market — until late 2012. Showing uncanny confidence in the U.S. housing recovery, Redfern moved the company headquarters from Nova Scotia, Canada to Pompano Beach, Fla., to completely immerse itself in the United States. Already, the company has offices controlled by individual franchise owners across Florida, Colorado and Kansas and

is developing offices across East Texas. Beyond expansion plans in Sugar Land and across major Texas markets, the company’s U.S. growth expectations will make it the world’s largest home inspection business. Already, ABCHI is Canada’s largest home inspection franchise with more than 120 branches throughout the country. Additionally, the company has grown into Chile, the Czech Republic, New Zealand and Slovakia. Redfern is a seasoned industry executive with more than two decades experience developing, owning and managing real estate. Notably, ABCHI is the only major home inspection company with a foundation deeply rooted in the real estate industry. Currently, ABCHI franchise units are seeing 15 percent growth in revenue because of the rebounding economy, an improving housing market and ABCHI’s proven business model. With demand growing for reliable and professional home inspections that publish easy to understand results, the company is filling a void in what is often seen as an ad hoc home inspection industry. Using proprietary software, ABCHI creates comprehensive reports for consumers that help them make more informed decisions about homes they are considering purchasing. A growing number of real estate agents are also partnering with the home inspection service, taking a proactive approach to attract homebuyers to properties. Redfern started his home inspection business in Canada in the mid-2000s, remarkably turning it into the largest home inspection franchise in that country after only two years of franchising. His track record of success stems from his remarkable attention to detail. Every ABCHI inspector is insured and certified above licensing standards, going beyond what states require of independent home inspectors. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H June 2014

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4 YEARS

Fort Bend Brewing Company Ty Coburn, 281-769-8618

GattiTown Joanne Santos, 281-313-0307

2 YEARS

Huntington Learning Center Chris Veillon, 281-208-5803 Evans Business Advisory Service, Inc. James Evans, 281-788-8739 Longhorn Steakhouse Dan Besaw, 281-240-1018 Atria Senior Living Ariana Martinez, 281-494-4200 Luby’s Cafeterias Al Thomas, 281-568-0931 Riverstone Office Condos Tony Talamas, 713-679-1890 Witt’s Catering Shaunna Witt, 281-344-8338

3 YEARS

Dahill Stephanie Stephens, 713-329-9909 Lasagna House III Stephanie Phillips, 281-277-3400

JE Dunn Construction Kamal Ariss, 713-353-6213 Spartan Wealth Management Keith Borgfeldt, 281-494-1600

Milestone Member 5 YEARS

Sugar Land Medical Associates Alan J. Reichman, 281-565-2140

Milestone Member 10 YEARS

Reserve at Woodbridge Karrah Karrillo, 281-494-2200 Newmark Homes Houston, LLC Mike Moody, 713-346-0200

11 YEARS

Panera Bread Eric Garza, 281-242-7323

12 YEARS

OraQuest Dental Plans Dawn McInvale, 281-313-7170 Sam’s Club Antwonette Smith, 281-295-2525

13 YEARS 6 YEARS

Reliant Energy Sidney Evans, 713-537-2328

CFF Capital, LLC Farha Ahmed, 281-313-3832 Buffalo Wild Wings - Sugar Land Cliff Sadowsky, 281-313-9464

7 YEARS

Aura Restaurant Frederic Perrier, 281-403-2872 MedCare Pediatric Group, LP Ashely Meadows, 713-773-5100

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Milestone Member 15 YEARS

Planned Community Management, Inc., AAMC Tammy Evans, 281-870-0585 Medical Insights & Care Unlimited, LP Lucena DeVilla, RN, BSN, MS, 713-774-6428

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Southwest Storage Jamie Jones, 281-494-7867 SiEnergy Robert Shockley, 512-261-4152 RBC Capital Markets Jan Bartholomew, 713-651-3342 Granite Properties Inc. Kristi Soileau, 713-781-8000

16 YEARS

Wharton County Junior College Sugar Land Robert Wolter, 281-243-8447

23 YEARS

31 YEARS

Fort Bend Real Estate Corporation E.G. (Bud) Friedman, 281-242-2200

Scanlin Sign Service, Inc. Ed Scanlin, 281-561-9924

26 YEARS

36 YEARS

Sandy McGeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant & Catering Sandy McGee, 281-344-9393

Fort Bend Star / Fort Bend Business Journal Michael Fredrickson, 281-690-4200

Milestone Member

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30 YEARS

Fort Bend ISD Charles Dupre, 281-634-1000

Juliette Bloomer 281-566-2161 juliette@fortbendcc.org

Severn Trent Services, Inc. David Walker, 281-578-4200

PGAL Paul Bonnette, 713-622-1444

17 YEARS

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

18 YEARS

Julius Metals Julius Deitch, 281-499-6400

19 YEARS

First Colony Mall Donna Molho, 281-265-2353

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21 YEARS

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Fort Bend’s lead continues as job and population growth standout PERCENT INCREASE IN EMPLOYMENT

By Elsa Maxey

recently released report shows Fort Bend County leads the nation and all of Texas’ 254 counties in job growth, according to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This is also consistent with its lead role in population growth. Fort Bend is part of the Houston metro area, and as such, population growth shows the largest increase in the nation at a rate of one new resident every 3.8 minutes, cites data from the Greater Houston Partnership. New York and the Dallas-Fort Worth metro areas follow with second and third largest increases, respectively. Census data estimates place Fort Bend on top of

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the metro area’s growth rate, 4.2 percent, among counties with 250,000 or more. New population estimates for Fort

Bend County are expected to be released this summer. Last year’s estimate as of July 2013, show Fort Bend’s population at 652,383. That’s 26,512 more over the previous year’s estimate. As for the job growth announcement, data from the BLS for the county employment and wages reported gain is for the third quarter of 2013, which shows a six percent increase over the year compared with the national job growth rate of 1.7 percent. Locally, the largest employment increase was felt in the leisure and hospitality sector. Of special note is that other key economic growth indicators include building permits, home and vehicle sales, and foreign trade. An updated county employment and wages report by the BLS for the fourth quarter of 2013 is scheduled to be released in June.

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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 April 2014. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.TX.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 529 Assumed Names for month of 2014. Smith Raycine Mama Rayz & Mr. Jayz 16438 Quail Park Dr 77489

Lan Peng Texas Oil & Gas Technologies 4307 Trinity Creek Ct 77494

Valencia Aaron (+) Roscos Trucking 422 Washington St 77471

Taylor Alecia (+) Bien Roulee 17207 Trace Glen Lane 77083

Bargas Sylvia L (+) Color Custom Vehicle Wraps 2400 Ruby St #30 77471

Berckenhoff Tina H Sewing By Tina 1419 Misty Bend Dr 77494

West Brenda West Marketing Services 2119 Darby Lane 77545

Robinson Jacaron K and G Transport (+) 1947 Courtside Place 77489

Neyrick Group Vendors Wholesale Exchange 11755 Southlake Dr #2614 77077

Dionne Matthew Blaine Dionne Media 23235 Sumners Creek Ct 77494

Green Tiffany Nikkole Yolo Event Planning 12710 Dannhaus 77461

Acevedo Carmen (+) The Perfect Touch Hair Salon (+) 505 Pultar Rd #3 77469

White Catina D Beauty By Nature 2 2410 Scarlet View Ln 77545

Kinsler Mark (+) SOG 7722 Great Pecan 77479

Diaz Geovanni Street Quarter Cafe 15806 Beechnut St 77083

Kinsler Mark (+) Spec Ops Gear 7722 Great Pecan 77479

Johnson Barbara N Barbara Adair Johnson Ministry 12711 Alderwood Dr 77489

Kinsler Mark (+) Sog Sales 7722 Great Pecan 77479

Armani Investment Inc It’s 420 10190 S Highway 6 North Ste C 77498

Dunlap Dwight D (+) Triple D Mobil Detail 18126 Flower Grove Ct 77407

Darlington K Erowele Dds P C Dentistry At Firethrone 2750 Fm 1463 St 210 77494 Black Deborah (+) Heavenly Deelites 9234 Line St 77461 Smith Raycine Mama Rayz & Mr. Jayz Soul Food Train 16438 Quail Park Dr 77489 Tatlonghari Nino C Trisen Trucking, LLC 1514 Zinnia Road 77489 Montes Carlos (+) Wallpaper Tx. 6200 Gulf Fwy #102 77083 Pless Charles Timothy Plesserve 11706 Cedar Form Ln 77477 Omozeze Gabriel E (+) Briel Ventures Interational 7735 Loro Linda Dr 77083 Omozeze Gabriel E (+) Santua Global Link 7735 Loro Linda Dr 77083 Loftin Nina (+) Home Staging Services 9822 Parsonsfield Ln 77494 Perez Ricardo Ricky’s Tire Services 3419 Fountain Dr Apt 710 77471 Hernandez Francisco (+) Hummingbird A/C 13955 Murphy Rd #224 77477

Cuadra Mirna Josue 1:8 Store 2319 Quail Place 77489 Dramtex Houston (+) Brain Balance Of Missouri City 2845 Dulles 77459 Schulman Karen Eldred (+) Dinner In A Dash 5915 Rose Bush Trail 77494 Ello Catherine (+) Ellomusic 1802 Copperwood Ln 77406 Ramirez Jose Antonio (+) Ramirez Rebar 1903 Spencer Rd 77471 Odika Richard (+) Floreat Motors 14810 Richvalley Lane 77498 Reed Carsula C-Reeds Auto Repair 1202 Center St 77469 Newfeld Jenifer (+) Super Delicious Coffee 7814 Bankside Drive 77071 Mokracek Marilyn S Mgm Quilts 1919 Quarterpath Dr 77406 Reyes Valdemar Lopez (+) Richmond Trailer Village 1800 Preston 77469 Garraway Wendell People’s Choice Auto Shop 15234 Old Richmond 77498 Catalfumo Michael Crack Repair Pros 28006 Hollyfare Dr 77494 Guillory Shalonda Sole Mates Inc 8740 Hwy 6 Suite 130 77459

Roberts Sammie April Showers Irrigation-Landscaping 2600 S Loop W #135 77054 Guillory Shalonda Sole Mates 8740 Hwy 6 Suite 130 77459 Senior Frederick (+) Bekingo 1438 Sands Lake 77407

Henson Kimberly Creekstone Personal Care Home 8322 N Meadow Bird Cir 77489 CGI Stores LLC Keemat Grocers 3311 Hwy 6 South 77478 Elsey Scott A Able 2802 Frasier Knolls Ct 77494

Long Darrell K (+) Long Flooring Service 15915 Cardono Ln 77489

Allen-Reese Pogo Mochello Pierluisi Allen-Reese 2016 Or Par 2016 819 Lane Dr #16 77471

Wright Tura Lorayne (+) Opulent Affair Event Planning 2014 Rustic Oak Lane 77469

Ragsdale Jimmy Roderick (+) Ragsdale’s Small Engine Repair 5827 Hwy 90A West 77471

Olympia Stores LLC Olympia Wholesale Distributors 14231 Fm 1464 Rd #9205 77498

Richmond Ross LLC Richmond Ross LLC 2201 Thompson Road 77469

Red Maple Group LLC Ky Ans Kitchen 11134 S Hwy 6 Ste 216 77498

Parker Taylor Texas Dogs and Cats Magazine 6302 Bear Canyon Ct 77450

Taylor Alecia (+) L. O. A. E. - The Ladies Of Amber Essence 17207 Trace Glen Lane 77083

Everhart Alonzo (+) Everhart Insurance Solutions 10138 Hwy 6 S 77498

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Shores Kent A (+) Little Green Acres Hot Dog’s and More 17806 Road R 77461 Baughman Joseph Chris (+) Cookie Advantage 1812 Fm 359 77406 Woods Christopher D W Risk Consultants 7126 Sunrise Hill Lane 77469 Lofinmakin Inc Franklin Investments 7206 Allpoint Ct 77407 Noubleau Herber M Pena (+) Herber’s Furniture Repair (+) 1811 City Hall Drive 77471 Allen Kenneth W Ken Mobile Detail 2114 Alpine Brook Ct 77545 Pirmohamed Salima A (+) The Law Office Of Salima A Pirmohamed (+) 7838 Hwy 90A 77498 Gonzalez Martha Arely (+) Jmg Fitness 300 Lane Dr 77471 Weatherall Brandi Extra After Taxes Vending (Eat Vending) P O Box 1327 77545 Chavez Ana E (+) Fort Bend Gutter Company 14403 Pavilion Pt Atp 2281 77083 Campbell Holly D (+) The Diamond Project (+) 9210 Cavailer Lane 77469 Alvarenga Luis Alonso Alvarenga’s Auto Repair 902 W Sycamore 77545 Cardenas Gary (+) Cardsram Holdings 4322 Wild Rose Hill Ln 77469 Young Jordon Mr. Young On Call Landscaping Business 1806 Spring Green Ct 77489 Jackson Jermaine Southern Wash & Detailing 1307 Hollowood Ln 77489

DBA (Assumed Names)

Data Beat (+) = More Names

Akpan Kristina 2234 4118 Royal Plantation Ln 77459

Parker Kiana A La Mode’ Media Inc 5711 HiLLCroft St 77036

Agi Chidi Marvel Source 4122 Autumn Ridge Drive Pdv 77479

Brazle Mark (+) M & M Lawn, Tree and Stump Grinding Serv. 16327 Bandicoot Dr 77498

Fatany Mluhammad Z (+) Original Dilpasand Mithai Snacks and Juice Bar (+) 867 Dulles Ave #G 77477

Parker Kiana A La Mode’ “Inside & Outside Beauty” - Girl Boss 5711 HiLLCroft St 77036

Matta Seman K (+) Cedar Construction Po Box 908 77461

Carmines LLC (+) Carmine’s LLC Series 1 19 Rippling Creek Dr 77479

Jones Lestman D L Trucking L.L.C 726 Stephanie Drive 77489

Mitchell George J (+) Innovation Machine Services 24301 Brazos Town Crossing # 500-54 77471

Dickens Michael S (+) Doveministries 216 Shenandoah Drive 77469

Carmine’s LLC Carmine’s LLC Series 2 (+) 19 Rippling Creek Dr 77479

Keys Antoine (+) Keys Real Estate Company 1807 Thistlebrook Ct 77545

Wright Donisha R American Crepe Cafe 6702 Beech Trail Court 77469

Little Bobby L (+) Best Home Buyer Us 1910 Verdant Valley 77479

Mathew Marily Zindagi Boutique 4100 Greenbriar Dr #150 77477

Cortina Elda Nelly Cortina Deroven Designs 6918 Kearney Drive 77469

Kelley Michael Shawn (+) K Tech Services 2702 Riverhollow Lane 77479

Cho IK Sang (+) Houston Beauty Supply 2193 Texas Pkwy 77489

Lopez Brenda (+) Fort Bend Christian Counseling Center 2115 Avenue I 77471

Steele Sarah Sarah Steele Realty 1650 Highway 6 South Ste 350 77478

Houston Knanaya Catholic Society Inc Houston Knanaya Catholic Women’s Forum 2210 Staffordshire Rd 77489

Ogiesoba Esosa Katherine Voguehaven.Com 22400 Westheimer Pkwy Apt 1213 77450

Fitzgerald Talisha Talisha’s Sweet Treats 911 Blair Field Lane 77545

Mauricio Tamara L Mauricio Group (+) 1650 Highway 6 Ste 350 77478 Huebner Kathryn Donkeys R U 22306 Fm 762 77461 Huebner Kathryn U Got-A-Flat 22306 Fm 762 77461 Msc Ventures LLC Mr. Handyman Of Alvin, Missouri City and Stafford 9119 Hwy 6 Suite 230 #321 77459 Summer Sand Group LLC New India Super Market 445 Fm 1092 Ste #400 77477 Tumlinson James Kevin Happy Pants Creative 3523 Point Clear Dr 77459 House Beatrice Valdez The Funky Hue Hair Studio (+) 15315 Southwest Freeway Suite 149 77478 Miller Phillip Allen (+) Red Bird Homes 1403 Morton League Rd 77406 Williams Kathy Melody Lane Boutique 13955 Murphy Rd Ste 122 77477 Parker Kiana A La Mode’ Hair & Beauty 5711 HiLLCroft St 77036

Shears Leslie (+) Bellagiohomes (+) 2440 Tx Parkway #214 77489

Creswell Patricia (+) Peak Care 2703 S Hwy 6 77084

Watson Derrick J (+) Faith City Christian Center Of Houston 2314 Bright Meadows 77489

Schmidt M H Jr Schmidt Interests 1415 East Avenue Suite B 77493

Taylor Terrance E (+) Novel Tee’s and Merchandising Services 15000 W Airport Blvd Apt 818 77498

Jaimes Leobardo James General Contractors 3227 Trotwood Ln 77494

Walker Shirley Strickland Gold N Ca$H 3505 Miller Rd 77583

Sweet Mary Sweet Touch Massage Therapy 15827 Alger Dr 77489

Nichols Veronica 4 My Kidz Residential Movers 1803 Thornbrook Dr 77489

Lingenfelter Andrew Lee (+) Third Coast Services 13535 Knottinghill Dr 77498

Tarte Holdings LLC Drystyle Salon 9727 Spring Green Blvd Suite 800 77494

1St Health Services Inc Caring Hands Services 6018 Bridlewood Dr 77469

Nwanguma Ebeny Chika (+) Allied Healthcare Support System 1915 Rustic Oak Ln 77469

Babalola Eniola Lewis Vsap Clothing 12903 Sugar Ridge #3604 77477

Arias Alejandro (+) Texas Lawn Service 1205 Damon St 77471

Gomez Luis American Duct Systems 6405 Whitton Dr 77085

Sineus Melton M & S Trucking 19754 Hon Ct 77449

Constant Joseph Joe Trucking 14501 Empanada Dr #1605 77083

Chu Larry Texas Working Dog Association 7815 Fm 723 77406

Stone Shayne (+) Local Town Realty Po Box 382 77406

Urrabazo Monica Morales Law Office Of Monica Morales 16225 Park Ten Place Ste 500 77084

Vongole Ravi N (+) Optima Consulting 6834 Mendenhall Way 77479

Nguyen Tiffany Q Hair and Nail 13400 Hwy 36 Suite 105 77461

Melnar Melissa Melnar Psychotherapy 707 S Fry Rd # 465 77450

Ayodele Afolake (+) Z&I Brightstars 24919 Ginger Ranch Dr 77494

Amatosero Edith Edith Amatosero and Associates 26802 Harmony Shores Dr 77494

Jackson Miriam Z.A.R Concept 9900 West Park Dr 77063

Smith William B Affordable Pool Cleaning Service 9818 Providence Rd 77461 Soto Roberto (+) Super Sprinkler Systems 1325 Herman Dr 77406 Mamou Russell R & M Positive Change’s Counseling Services (+) 1119 Peacham Ct 77545 Barron John (+) A2rd Pressure Washing 9114 Sorrell Hollow Ln 77469 Eshiet Uduak Avalon Kitchens Po Box 1194 77487 Truong Danh Minh (+) Kristi’s Cleaners 1730A Williams Trace Blvd #A 77478 Obison Kelechi (+) Ami Auto 14001 Fondren Rd Apt 829 77489

Nasitra LLC America’s Backyards and Outdoor Living 5106 Mimosa Lane 77406 Carey Danita (+) Carey’s Frozen Delights 3511 Naples Point Ln 77459 Talison Kalith (+) Malayalam Cinema Houston 435 Murphy Rd Ste G 77477 Mejia Alfredo Appliance Repair By Freddie 20706 Rubble Ln 77407

Struska Sandra (+) Car Clean Up Systems, Inc. 2200 Thompson Rd 77469 Affam Ngozi (+) First Unique Medicals 419 Taskwood Drive 77469 Robinson Jeff Katy Slam 25511 Autumnwind Ct 77494

Dockery Vernice Polar Bear P O Box 755 77459

Ghaffar Sarah Subhan Allah Sarina 11920 Highway 6 #1600 77498

Dockery Vernice Glam Interior Designs 1815 Courtside Place 77489

Au Fiona Ka-Kei (+) Sweet Water Technology 4511 Meadow Green Dr 77479

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Data Beat

May 2014 Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary Reports

Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary reports present data about monthly local sales and use tax allocation payments to local sales taxing jurisdictions. These net payments represent monies identified for the local jurisdictions since the previous 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

2014 Payments To Date

2013 Payments To Date

Percent Change

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

45,800.18 9,259.57 94,312.79 931.01 116,363.05 742,597.09 54,543.93 4,870.95 4,984.21 460,824.20 1,483,347.31 16,729.48 1,548,304.05 4,177,215.97 3,840.09

32,896.05 9,265.98 78,421.68 788.60 108,355.05 697,618.35 37,264.47 3,793.37 4,622.91 411,485.22 1,331,203.47 11,521.57 1,462,871.08 3,881,529.99 2,449.79

39.22% -0.06% 20.26% 18.05% 7.39% 6.44% 46.36% 28.40% 7.81% 11.99% 11.42% 45.20% 5.84% 7.61% 56.75%

203,457.83 44,448.47 386,274.68 5,088.17 492,014.23 3,291,919.06 200,306.84 20,162.52 23,681.08 1,972,918.92 6,814,817.79 63,274.04 6,655,592.43 20,372,341.80 13,924.45

179,646.24 40,623.76 303,919.10 4,080.06 463,299.70 3,005,638.89 168,230.72 17,085.33 22,603.72 1,928,207.93 5,681,016.44 61,946.21 6,420,312.32 18,602,350.61 5,535.12

13.25% 9.41% 27.09% 24.70% 6.19% 9.52% 19.06% 18.01% 4.76% 2.31% 19.95% 2.14% 3.66% 9.51% 151.56%

COUNTY TOTAL

8,763,923.88

8,074,087.58

8.54%

40,560,222.31

36,904,496.15

9.90%

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

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

Net Payment This Period

58,124,412.59 29,720,674.72 24,636,331.57 17,153,653.95 12,101,549.34 9,018,931.42 7,373,928.10 7,278,095.68 7,061,153.01 6,935,795.47 6,436,601.10 6,618,496.42 5,772,494.86 6,145,564.69 5,970,588.55 5,868,725.81 4,177,215.97 4,343,411.00 4,078,437.32 3,465,547.57

Comp Payment Prior Year

56,881,119.92 24,806,656.08 22,762,019.23 15,416,608.31 11,460,273.97 8,734,214.29 7,240,784.09 7,198,363.20 6,605,330.33 6,575,209.71 5,615,842.69 5,535,360.39 5,915,462.93 5,099,245.68 5,736,952.95 4,637,386.28 3,881,529.99 3,709,488.13 4,147,641.49 3,474,349.95

% Change To Date

2.18% 19.80% 8.23% 11.26% 5.59% 3.25% 1.83% 1.10% 6.90% 5.48% 14.61% 19.56% -2.41% 20.51% 4.07% 26.55% 7.61% 17.08% -1.66% -0.25%

2013 Payments To Date

268,458,767.23 127,177,264.11 106,907,920.93 76,436,849.55 52,570,551.91 38,445,534.35 34,077,269.92 33,630,514.90 31,752,890.10 30,514,115.34 29,600,454.20 27,529,747.64 27,484,356.46 27,289,305.45 26,226,599.05 23,909,861.24 20,372,341.80 18,446,203.73 18,228,963.24 17,482,613.84

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2012 Payments Change

252,643,063.18 105,858,777.74 100,119,344.78 70,329,795.68 49,343,982.14 41,162,202.10 31,660,545.35 32,889,440.23 29,346,987.66 29,028,758.33 28,251,874.78 24,478,193.35 27,507,979.84 24,398,288.76 25,418,729.10 22,013,923.34 18,602,350.61 16,493,735.61 17,941,128.18 15,663,040.20

Percent

6.26% 20.13% 6.78% 8.68% 6.53% -6.59% 7.63% 2.25% 8.19% 5.11% 4.77% 12.46% -0.08% 11.84% 3.17% 8.61% 9.51% 11.83% 1.60% 11.61%

Data Beat

Commercial Building Permits

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

TYPE OF PERMIT

VALUE

OWNER/CONTRACTOR

STAFFORD 4655-4659 Wright Road

Commercial Building

$53,000

3671 South Main

Commercial Building

$100,000

209 FM 1092

Commercial Building

$40,000

13259 North Promenade

Commercial Building

$130,000

10701 Corporate

Commercial Building

$28,590

4000 A Greenbriar

Commercial Building

$550,000

Terravici Drilling

450 FM 1092

Commercial Building

$900,000

O’Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc.

4000 Greenbriar Drive

Commercial Building

$46,000

Holt Lunsford Commercial

10315 West Airport

Commercial Building

$38,500

Lone Star Flag & Flagpole

12625 Southwest Freeway

Commercial Building

$125,000

Make A Wish Foundation

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

04/01/14-04/30/14

$2,011,090

322 Julie Rivers Dr

Commercial Addition

$335,371

13000 Executive Dr

Commercial Addition

$64,265

14141 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Addition

$523,604

1112 Soldiers Field Ct

Commercial Addition

$15,000

Third Cross Copperstone Inc/Donya Properties, LLC

14019 Southwest Fwy Ste 201

Commercial Building

$40,600

KFLP Partnership LTD & JDLP L/Flavia Thomas D.O.

15830 Southwest Fwy Ste 300

Commercial Building

$48,500

Lake Pointe Town Center, LTD/TK Design & Construction LLC

1400 Creek Way Dr Ste 100

Commercial Building

$134,881

13425 Universityt Blvd Ste 100

Commercial Building

$62,000

NNP-Telfair, LP/Robert Dering Construction

16535 Southwest Fwy Ste 3015

Commercial Building

$60,000

First Colony Mall, LLC/CAO Drywall

17510 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 570

Commercial Building

$167,951

Memorial Hermann Hospital/Meridian Constructors, LLC

15421 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Building

$368,000

Covington First Colony Acquisition/Regas Contracting, LP

11929 University Blvd Ste 2F

Commercial Building

$296,430

Global Sugar Land I, LLC/Tuscan Builders, LP

2245 Texas Dr Ste 190

Commercial Building

$255,496

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

16709 Creek Bend Dr

Commercial Building

$4,100,000

Lake Pointe Town Center, LTD/Arch Con Corporation

320 State Hwy 6

Commercial Building

$1,569,299

Hwy 6 & 90, LTD/Parkway Construction & Associates

14777 Voss Rd

Commercial Building

$900,000

Fort Bend ISD/Purcell Construction

4200 Elkins Rd

Commercial Building

$970,000

Fort Bend ISD/Purcell Construction

One Fluor Daniel Dr Bldg A

Commercial Building

$756,357

Lakepointe Assets, LLC/Hammonds Construction LLC

3640 State Hwy 6

Commercial Building

$414,800

HSMEP Willams Trace, LP/West Design & Build LLC

12565 W Airport Blvd

Commercial Building

$46,262

420 Sugar Creek Blvd

Commercial Building

$169,828

Sugar Creek Country Club/Watts Pool Service

1600 Industrial Blvd

Commercial Building

$300,095

Sabic America, Inc/Evans Construction

1111 Gillingham Ln

Commercial Building

$30,000

Tramontina USA Inc/O’Donnell/Snider Construction

11420 Dairy Ashford Rd Ste 100

Commercial Building

$48,500

Stafford Dorothy/David Wood (GC)

1111 State Hwy 6 Ste 122

Commercial Building

$13,281

HC Sugar Land Owner, LLC/G & C Contractors, Inc

16126 Southwest Fwy Ste 130

Commercial Building

$55,000

Town Center Plaza Lakeside PAR/Crossmark Devel & Constr LLC

15625 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Building

$221,570

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

04/01/14-04/30/14

$11,967,090

Transwestern Commercial Service Frost Bank Pavani Express Vegetarian Cafe Stream Reality Insite

SUGAR LAND Worldwide Ventures, LP/Nash Industries Inc GSL Fnd 21 Sub D, LLC/Big M Constructors Inc One Sugar Creek AP Partners LP/Turner Construction Company

Lake Pointe Clinical Associate/Med Tech Construction

Avera Commerce Center Sugar Land/Dobson Construction Scvs Inc

Fort Bend MB Land LP/Mission Constructors

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Accounting / QuickBooks Experts

VM Wasek CPA, LLC 281-435-7147 www.CPAonDemand.net Got QuickBooks? QuickBooks is all we do. We are Fort Bend’s top QuickBooks experts certified by Intuit. Customized QuickBooks training, set up, consulting, conversions, and integrations. QuickBooks bookkeeping and accounting services. QuickBooks extreme makeovers. We work with all versions of QuickBooks – Enterprise, Premier, Pro, and Online. Free up your time and let us worry about the numbers. Visit our website to schedule a FREE 30 minute phone consultation. Christeen Seymour, CPA 281-969-7976 Phone www.cscpaservices.com 13110 S. Gessner Rd, Ste 100 713-410-3778 Cell Services: Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services, Individual and Business Tax Return Preparation, Consulting, Non-Profit Accounting, QuickBooks Setup and Training, Contract Controller/CFO. Advertising

SERVICE DIRECTORY

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

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. Air Conditioning

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

Alterations & Tailoring

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

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

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First Tire & Automotive 281-313-2886 www.firsttireandauto.com Craig Popp, owner, 3 Sugar Land Locations. 960 Eldridge, 281-313-2886 & 2303 Williams Trace Blvd. 281-980-2666 (First Colony), 20015 Southwest Freeway. 281-343-5666 (Greatwood), Diagnostic testing and evaluation, Manufacturer’s routine recommended maintenance, domestic and foreign vehicle repairs, AAA approved, ASE certified. Ask about our Fleet Service! Banks

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

Salata www.salata.com Salata is a fresh and unique way to eat healthy and create your own freshly prepared hand tossed salad or salad wrap. Offering over 50 toppings of fruits and vegetables with the option to add chicken or seafood. Salata’s Signature Dressings, Soups and Sauces are made in house and are Gluten Free. We cater and deliver for any occasion including business meetings or training sessions. In a hurry? Go to Salata. com and we’ll have your order prepared and ready to go. We are conveniently located across from the Marriott and in the corridor of the Coca-Cola/ Minute Maid building. For catering service contact Vilma (cell) 832-279-5323, Fax: 832-886-4591, Email: Sugarland@salata.com. Country Clubs & Golf Courses

Quail Valley Golf Club 281-403-8518 (Direct) 281-403-5910 (Golf Shop) www.golfquailvalley.com Quail Valley Golf Course offers 36 holes of championship golf, a full practice facility, lessons and a fully stocked golf shop. The Missouri City Community Center at Quail Valley Golf Course hosts the Bluebonnet Grille at the 37th Hole, multiple event rooms as well as the 300 seat Magnolia Ballroom. Quail Valley Golf Course and the Missouri City Community Center are the perfect sites for your next meeting or big event. For more information visit www.golfquailvalley. com Quail Valley Golf Course 2880 La Quinta Dr. is located at Missouri City, TX 77459.

Dialysis

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

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

Foundations / Sprinklers

Root Wall Pro 832.776.2338 www.RootWallPro.com 3346 East T.C. Jester D-47, Houston, TX 77018. Stop! Before you uproot your mature trees as the solution to your foundation issues, call us! Simply adding peers to a faulty foundation is a misguided, incomplete solution when trees are also a part of the puzzle. One needs to also address mature tree roots. We can handle any size job in solving deep root foundation structure issues. Adding a deep root watering systems to your sprinkler system or any Root Wall Pro foundation watering system is crucial. With more than 20 years experience, Root Wall Pro offers the perfect solution to faulty foundations with our perfected barrier system and root watering system. Keep your mature trees (at a distance from your home) that add value to often your biggest investments--your home and business. Root Wall Pro is endorsed by Randy Lemmon and other local engineers. We also offer financing. We’ll alleviate your worries and give you the solution you need. Call us. You won’t be disappointed and will see the results quickly! Golf Carts / Mobility Scooters

CBC Golf Cart Services, Inc. 281-494-1164 Scooters by CBC 281-494-3454 Fax 281-494-1189 www.cbcgolfcarts.com; www.mobilityscooters. com. chris1001@windstream.net, 203 Ulrich Street, Sugar Land, TX 77498 (Behind Imperial Sugar). CBC offers Sales, Service, New & Used, Rentals (daily, monthly or yearly) and Parts for two lines of products, GOLF CARTS and MOBILITY SCOOTERS. Authorized Dealer for Merits and Pride Mobility products. We rent all sizes of golf carts from 2-8 seaters and also short- and long-cargo boxes. Glass Block/Showers/Windows

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

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Home Health Care

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

SERVICE DIRECTORY

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.

Insurance Agencies

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

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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! Live Music

musicSource, Inc. 281-242-3049 281-204-7716 - Cell ramusica@windstream.net Set the mood with LIVE MUSIC at your next event. Vince Ramos and The Continental Combo will provide music for your Gala Event or a casual Oldies Party. One Man Band to 8 pc. MusicSource, Inc. will provide Acoustic Music and any genre including Rock-n-Roll, C&W, Jazz, Dixieland and Holiday Music. European and Hispanic International Theme Music? Luau, Pool Party, Margarita Party.......etc. Let’s have Fun. Give us a call. Outdoor events? No problem, we have portable power. Call or e-mail Vince Ramos 281-242-3049 ramusica@wndstream. net.

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

Nature’s Own Pest And Lawn Service 281-656-2847 www.naturesownpestcontrol.org 18035 W. Little York Rd. Ste. F, Katy, TX 77449. Using an exterminator that will practice the safest and most natural techniques for pest control can be reassuring and December be the only consideration

for those who are determined to live green in every way. Natural pest control with the best guarantee in the business. At Nature’s Own, we will eradicate your bugs and make your home bug free once again. Don’t lose any sleep over these pesky bugs. Call Nature’s Own today. Mention Fort Bend Business Journal and receive a special discount. Newspaper

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

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

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

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

Ed’s Pharmacy 281-499-4555 Ed Sziy, 3740 Cartwright, Missouri City, TX 77459, Fax: 281-499-7088. June 2014 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

Physicians

Immunizations & Drug Testing IMU Southwest, The IMUnization Clinic 281-313-7468 www.houstonvaccines.com houstonvaccines@gmail.com. 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. Printers / Graphics

Star Printing - 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We professionally design and print flyers, postcards, brochures, magazines, newspapers and catalogs in high-quality digital graphics. Colliers International, formerly Curtice Commercial Real Estate 281-494-4769 kcurtice@curticecommercial.com. Kolbe M. Curtice, CCIM, CLS, 15999 City Walk, Suite 250, Sugar Land Square located at U.S. Highway 59 & State Highway 6, Fax: 281-494-3227, Brokerage, Development, Investment and Tenant Representation, 25 years experience in Fort Bend. Riverstone Development Co. 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tomw@johnsondev.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxurious waterside living in Fort Bend from $200s to the many millions. Jeanne Gregory, CRS, GRI 281-344-8918 www.jeannegregory.com jeannegregory@earthlink.net. 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478, Fax: 281-242-6754, Re/Max Southwest. Residential real estate sales & corporate relocation. Jennifer Weaver, ABR, CRS, GRI 281-207-5037 www.jenniferweaver.com RE/MAX Southwest, 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Residential sales and corporate relocation since 1979.

Remodeling / Outdoor Living

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

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

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THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD HONG KONG CANTONESE

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

12350 Southwest Freeway Stafford, Texas 77477

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

Bombay Palace Do you want to savor some of the best Indian food in all Bombay of Fort Bend, surrounded by Palace elegant furnishings, a majestic mahogany full-service bar and soothing background music? You can also book your very own private wine room that seats up to 14. Bombay Palace offers fine dining at affordable prices. Savor two of their finest dishes: Rack of Lamb that is skillfully marinated with ginger, garlic and our secret spices or the fabulous Chilean Sea Bass that is topped with a garlic spinach. Both dishes are served for under $20. Bombay Palace is open seven days a week for lunch: M-F – 11:00-2:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Brunch – 11:30-3:00 p.m. and then again for dinner every day from 5:3010:00 p.m. On Saturday and Sunday, come in and enjoy either the delicious Tawa Special or Chat Corner. We cater for any sized party! Book your holiday party now. We promise you won’t be disappointed! 15295 SW Freeway, Sugar Land, 281-325-0071, www.bombaypalacesugarland.com. $$ • FB Cafe India Come enjoy the best Indian food in Fort Bend County! Sultan Momin is not only the friendly owner but also one of the experienced chefs in this quiet, very clean family-owned restaurant. Cafe India offers an excellent, fresh lunch buffet selection from 11:00-2:45 every day (except closed on Tuesday). From MondayThursday, come in and have an a-la-carte dinner and then enjoy a free dessert! Cafe India has not only received excellent reviews but is affordable and specializes in catering for any event. There is no better Tandoori Chicken, flavorable vegetable samosas, lamb dishes or biryani in town! Cafe India offers an excellent meal selection for two or four people. Cafe India is also open for dinner Monday, Wednesday,

Thursday and Sunday from 5:00-9:30 p.m., and then on Friday and Saturday from 5:00-10:00 p.m. Affordable, fresh, authentic Indian food while also offering wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere. Cafe India is located at 2319 Williams Trace, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Call 281-565-5881 or visit www. cafe-india-restaurant.com. $ • WB Duranni’s Tandoor n Grill “Service with a Smile” Indian, Pakistani, and Meditarranean Cuisine. Finest Desi Restaurant with great ambiance. Elegant Banquet Hall seats up to 150 guests. 12 ft. screen and video screen. State of the art surround sound system. Light musical evening in the banquet hall (Free event for almost Friday evenings) Free Wi-Fi nice patio. Party trays orders to go. Open 7 days a week. Lunch buffet Mon. Fri. 11: 30-3:30 p.m. Weekend Brunch Saturdays and Sundays. 11:30- 3:30 p.m., Mon. to Wed. 11:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. Thursday to Sunday 11:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m., 10581 South Highway 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77498 (at the corner of South Highwy 6 and West Belfort). $$ Hoggs n’ Chicks At Hoggs & Chicks, we have a casual atmosphere for everyone’s dining pleasure. We serve a delicious and original French/Southern influenced cuisine that satisfies those with ‘Small Bites’ to those with a Larger Appetite. As we like to say; “Southern Fried with a French Twist” – Frédéric Perrier (chef)! Hours Monday-Thursday 11:00am – 8:30pm, Friday 11:00am – 9:00pm, Saturday 10:30am – 9:00pm, Sunday 10:30am – 8:00pm. Saturday and Sunday Brunch 10:30 – 2:00pm. We now have Shakes, Smoothies, and Frozen Lemonades. 8817 Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H June 2014

Highway 6, Suite 900, Missouri City, Texas 77459. 281-778-4644. Visit us online at www.hoggsnchicks. com. $$ Las Haciendas Mexican Bar & Grill Santos Escobar and his brother Ascension Escobar serve up dozens of heaping traditional gourmet Mexican plates. Lunch Specials run weekdays from 11am - 3pm. Great margaritas, fajitas and much more. Catering available as well as a party room for private parties. • 12821 Southwest Freeway. 281240-3060. $ • FB QQ China Cafe QQ China Cafe, a family owned Restaurant, has been serving a variety of oriental cuisines for over 3 years, Szechuan, Hunan, Mandarin, and Mongolian. Only 100% vegetable oil is used and you will never find MSG. Located between Sienna Pkwy. and Fort Bend Pkwy. on Highway 6 in Missouri City., QQ China Cafe is open 7 days a week. Visit for a quiet, quaint, enjoyable lunch or dinner and take out is always available. Sunday - Thursday, 11AM - 10 PM, Friday and Saturday 11Am - 10:30PM, 10330 Hwy. 6 #G Missouri City, TX . 77459. Call 281-431-7777 or 281-431-7773. www.QQchina.webs.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. $ $ continued, on page 44

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

Veritas Steak & Seafood The Rios family invites you to come and experience a superb quality cuisine and impeccable service combined with an elegant and warm ambiance at Veritas Steak & Seafood. Join them for a wonderful culinary adventure featuring USDA certified prime beef, chops, fresh seafood, soups, sandwiches, salads and an outstanding wine selection. They are open for both lunch and dinner Monday – Thursday 11:00 – 10:00 pm, Friday 11:00 – 11:00 pm, Saturday 4:00 – 11:00 pm, and closed

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on Sunday. Partake in their happy hour specials from 4:00 – 7:00 pm Monday – Saturday. 1550 Lake Pointe Parkway, Suite 500, Sugar Land • Call 281-491-2901. www.VeritasSteakandSeafood.com. $$ • FB Tradicao Brazilian Steakhouse Tradicao Brazilian Steakhouse is the premier steakhouse in Fort Bend. Tradicao, pronounced Tradee-son, was named after the Brazilian word for “tradition” and founded on the idea to continue this traditional way of grilling. They are a family owned and operated churracaria whose goal is to make sure your dining experience is one you will never forget. Their prixe fixe menu includes 14 cuts of perfectly grilled meats brought to your table side, a large salad bar and hot sides. Private dining and catering is available. Tradico would like to invite you to come join them, sit back and relax. Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-2pm and Sun 12-3pm. Dinner Mon-Thurs 5-9:30pm, Fri 5-10pm, Sat 4-10pm, Sun 5-9pm. Phone: 281277-9292. 12000 Southest Freeway, Meadows Place, TX, 77477, www.TradicaoSteakhouse.com. $S • FB

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