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Rainbow of Love helps mothers in need

INSIDE STORIES n Where’s Your Miracle? n What is Estate Planning and Why Do You Need It? n Sugar Land Doctor Treats Common Vein Disease n Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

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Helping mothers and babies in need

ne of the biggest and most stinging criticisms of the prolife movement is that it does nothing to support mothers and families who choose to bring a new life into this world. Welcome to the solution. Our cover story this month is about Rainbow of Love, an organization that provides support for disadvantaged women who choose to have their baby. Debbie Richards founded the organization in 2002 to help mothers who simply could not afford to care for their infants and toddlers. Two years later Rainbow of Love was certified as a licensed adoption agency. Although adoptions are central to what the organization does, Rainbow of Love is known for so much more. They collect donations of new items for babies, including car seats, strollers, cribs and the like and give them to mothers who otherwise could not afford them. They provide parenting classes and help the mothers with urgent needs like rent assistance, diapers and some basic counseling. As an adoption agency, they provide services for the birth mother and the adoptive parents. Richards became motivated to do something

when, as an employee of Child Protective Services, she saw numerous mothers living in poverty struggling to care for their babies. As she said, poverty is not a crime. Yet too often the system fails and the mothers and the babies are the ones that suffer. Four times a year Rainbow of Love provides care packages for the clients. The babies are given needed items at Christmas and Easter and the mothers are pampered for Mother’s Day. In the fall, they are given a diaper bag with all the essentials for the youngsters going to daycare or preschool. This really is a remarkable organization with a high and noble calling. Like any nonprofit organization, it is always in need of donations and volunteers. Information on how to help can be found with the story. You can also visit www.rainbowoflove.org to learn more. I hope you will take a few minutes to learn more about this amazing agency and if it touches your heart, that you will reach out to help. Sincerely, Joe Southern Editor, Fort Bend/Katy Business Journal

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CONTENTS COVER STORY Rainbow of Love helps mothers in need

Superior Tank breaks ground for Rosenberg expansion.............................................................. 4 Where’s Your Miracle?............................................................................................................................ 5 What is Estate Planning and Why Do You Need It?....................................................................... 7 Physician, patient team honored for raising awareness about juvenile arthritis.................... 6 Sugar Land doctor treats common vein disease........................................................................ 10 Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists welcomes Dr. Raziuddin Ahmed................................................................................ 13 Shepley Bulfinch hires noted healthcare planning and design leader.................................. 19

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Memorial Hermann Urgent Care is opening in Sugar Land

emorial Hermann is bringing another level of convenient, high quality care to Sugar Land with the opening of Memorial Hermann Urgent Care in Telfair. Pictured from left to right are (front row): Rachelle Kanak, Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council; Regina Morales, President/CEO Central Fort Bend Chamber; Hope Johnston, Frontline Computer Services; Tom Wilson, Reading Road Professional Office Park; Randall Malik, Rosenberg Development Corporation; Mayor Cynthia A. McConathy, City of Rosenberg; James Marquez, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Alex Ranjbari, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Christa Rollock, Christa Rollock Insurance; Marla Jurek, Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union; Sandy Loden, Superior Tank Co., Inc. (second row) (left to right): Jeff Haley, Central Fort Bend Chamber Chairman of the Board of Directors; Amber McDonald, Texas Insurance & Financial Services Inc.; Paul Galvan, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Donna Bajkowski, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Jack Belt, Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council; Councilor Jimmie J. Pena, City of Rosenberg; Kendra Stutz, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Huel Loden, Superior Tank Co., Inc.; Shawn Loden, Superior Tank Co., Inc.

Superior Tank breaks ground for Rosenberg expansion

uperior Tank Co., Inc. is expanding and bringing more business and industry to Central Fort Bend County. The company was well received by business owners and elected officials at a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the current facility located at 1700 Bamore Road in Rosenberg and also celebrated a groundbreaking for a new manufacturing and powder coating facility on site. James Marquez owns the international company and expects the growth to help the local economy in the near future. “This is a culmination of a dream my dad had in 1997. This will be a new manufacturing facility to expand our market share. This will allow us to go up through the Midwest and on to the East Coast. Twenty years ago we started this, and now the future is bright and we are excited to see what will come,” Marquez said. He said the new facility should open this summer and will bring 150 jobs to the area. “It is often said a company is only as good as its employees. Well, we must be darn good, because we couldn’t have asked for a

better division manager, as we have in Huel Loden, along with his small staff that have successfully built over $100 million in tanks over the last nearly 20 years. Thank you Huel, Sandy and your entire staff for making us true believers that the future of Superior Tank will undoubtedly run through Texas.” Superior Tank Co., Inc. manufactures and installs a variety of storage tanks and component parts for many industries. The company began in 1984 and has locations in California, Texas, Hawaii, Mexico, and Vietnam. The move of the manufacturing facilities to Rosenberg was an effort between Superior Tank Co., Inc., the Rosenberg Development Corporation and the Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council. “It’s exciting to see businesses expand here in Rosenberg, and to recognize the tremendous opportunity here,” said Mayor Cynthia A. McConathy. “The Bamore industrial business area is really coming to life and I’m so happy to see another great company move in and join our growing community. It is a great testament to all that we have to offer.” For more information about Superior Tank Co., visit www.superiortank.com.

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The 2,916 square-foot Urgent Care opened in April offers Sugar Land and area residents the ease and convenience of extended medical care and serves as an extension of a primary care physician’s office. The addition means the Sugar Land area will be served by every level of care offered by Memorial Hermann. “We’re committed to providing the appropriate level of safe, high quality care to our growing community,” says Greg Haralson, senior vice president and CEO, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. “Memorial Hermann Urgent Care in Telfair will provide another level of care and serve as a convenient, affordable entry point to the full array of services offered by Memorial Hermann.” Memorial Hermann Urgent Care will provide walk-in care for non-life-threatening health conditions. No appointments are necessary. The new clinic will be staffed with board-certified family medicine physicians from the Memorial Hermann Medical Group (MHMG). “Time has become a huge commodity and we want to bring high quality healthcare directly to the consumer in a more convenient way,” says Dr. David James, senior vice president and CEO, Memorial Hermann Medical Group. “Our community is growing and our healthcare needs are changing. We’re committed to meeting those changes in the communities we serve.” The Urgent Care will be staffed by Eugenio Bacani, M.D. and Anju Chacko, M.D., both are MHMG board-certified family medicine physicians. To help ensure integrated comprehensive care, those patients will have their visit placed in their electronic health record for easy review during any follow-up appointments with their primary care physician or care at any other Memorial Hermann location. Memorial Hermann Urgent Care in Telfair will open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week for walk in access. The Urgent Care will be located at 1227 Museum Square Drive, Suite A, Sugar Land, in an area known as Museum Square at Telfair.

Where’s Your Miracle?

any investors today are looking for a “miracle” investment. But, for many, unless they are independently wealthy, there aren’t many “miracles” out there. And, the funny thing is that when something does seem good, people tend to think it’s “too good to be true”. You can imagine how this creates a catch 22 for advisors trying to steer their clients to do what’s in the clients’ best interest. Part of the problem is that today’s client is cynical (and, not without good reason) and the other part of the problem is that you usually aren’t talking to a fiduciary or holistic advisor who has unlimited options to offer you. Too often, investors fall into a trap of being offered what’s available through that particular advisor and or broker, instead of what’s truly the best option for them. If you are planning for retirement or saving for retirement, you really want to find an independent retirement income

planner — they will be able to guide you to the options that are best for you and your retirement. Ask if they are a fiduciary. If so and if they are aware of something better for you than what they offer, or April R. Roberts, J.D. if your current investments are better than what they offer, they will be obliged to tell you this information. We know it can be hard to steer through all of that information out there, but some good questions to ask are: Can you explain all of the fees and costs associated with this investment/plan (both those stated and unstated)? How does this investment/plan fit into

my goals for retirement? Can I lose principal in this investment? Can you give me a written retirement income plan? Are you a fiduciary? What are the tax consequences of this plan/investment? If I pass away, will my family receive all of the remaining assets in this plan? It always helps to educate yourself, but at the end of the day you want to choose a retirement income planner who is right for you and your family. When you find the right partner, you can rely on their expertise and experience. The best way to do this? Trust your gut!! If you have any further questions or would like to come in for a complimentary second opinion on your current plan, feel free to give us a call at the office or visit our website — you’ll be glad you did!

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Physician, patient team honored for raising awareness about juvenile arthritis

he local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation recently honored Ankur Kamdar, M.D., McGovern Medical School pediatric rheumatologist affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, for raising awareness about a silent disease and working to bolster interest in an underrepresented specialty. Dr. Kamdar was named the foundation’s 2016 Medical Honoree at the 10th Annual Joints in Action Golf Tournament on March 24, a fundraising event that celebrates patients with arthritis who continue to enjoy active lives after joint replacement. The foundation also honored his patient, 12-year-old Allie Guerino, who was named the 2016 Youth Honoree. Proceeds from the event help support the foundation’s mission to conquer arthritis

through information and resources, access to health care, advancements in science and community connections. “People have the misperception that arthritis is an old person’s disease, but it can affect all age ranges,” Dr. Kamdar said. “Many people have never even heard of juvenile arthritis, but the young people who suffer from it are forced to deal with a lot at an early age. While most kids are able to live a fulfilling life, and even continue to play competitive sports, in some cases, they have to take infusions and shots and medications every day, just to be able to move.” Allie was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at 9 years old after suffering with extreme swelling in her joints. Her family was told that, because of the shortage of pediatric rheumatologists, it could take up to three months to get an appointment. But Allie’s father sent an

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email to the colleagues at his law firm, and one recommended Dr. Kamdar, who was able to see Allie within a week, helping ease her parents’ anxiety about the diagnosis. “Dr. Kamdar cares so much about each and every patient,” Allie’s mother, Sallie Guerino said. “He gives so much time and attention to them and he has this huge heart. It’s obvious that he loves this line of work. He gives it his all.” Thanks to a specialized treatment regimen prescribed by Dr. Kamdar, Allie, now in sixth grade, continues to lead an active lifestyle. She’s a key contributor on her basketball team and loves playing field hockey and softball at St. Francis Episcopal Day School. “I hope to raise awareness that kids get arthritis and it makes a big impact on their lives,” she said. Dr. Kamdar, who has been actively involved in the foundation since 2007, has been a leader in trying to encourage more aspiring doctors to consider a career in pediatric rheumatology. Dr. Kamdar first recognized the shortage during his pediatric training, noting that there were not enough doctors to see the number of children diagnosed each year with juvenile arthritis. Dr. Kamdar is now the associate program director of the general pediatrics residency program at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, and has worked diligently to educate future doctors and health professionals in all levels of training so that they are better equipped to care for patients of all ages suffering with rheumatic disease. Arthritis, the leading cause of disability in the United States, afflicts one in every five adults and one in every 250 children, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Children with arthritis can struggle with eye inflammation and growth problems. The chronic disease can also cause their bones and joints to grow unevenly. The disease can be diagnosed in infants as young as 1-year-old, requiring lifelong medical treatment, but the risks increase with age, with nearly half of adults over the age of 65 suffering from arthritis.

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June 3. Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is joining nearly 14.5 million American cancer survivors in celebrating the 29th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day this year. Also being recognized are the many family members, friends and health care providers whose contributions to, and support of, cancer survivors help make the celebration possible. “Surviving cancer is more than just living. It’s an attitude about life and living each day to the fullest,” said Frances Goerlich, director of Houston Methodist Cancer Center at Sugar Land. “You will find our Cancer Survivor’s Day event filled

with joy, camaraderie, hope, compassion, faith and love as we honor cancer survivors for their strength and courage.” “National Cancer Survivors Day is a great opportunity for cancer survivors, caregivers, friends and family to come together and affirm the possibility of quality of life after a diagnosis of cancer,” added Clive Shkedy, M.D., radiation oncologist and medical director of Houston Methodist Cancer Center at Sugar Land. Anyone living with a personal history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life – is a cancer survivor, according to the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation. Additionally, the foundation says that more people are surviving cancer than ever before, thanks to advances in prevention, early detection, treatment and follow-up care. Cancer, however, does come with

many challenges, such as hindered access to cancer specialists and promising new treatments, inadequate or no insurance, financial hardships, employment problems and psychological struggles. “Despite these difficulties, cancer survivors can live active, productive lives with the support of other survivors,” said Shkedy. Houston Methodist Cancer Center at Sugar Land welcomes all local cancer survivors and a guest to join us as we honor survivors living with a history of cancer. The Cancer Survivors Day Celebration and Luncheon will be held Friday, June 3 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s new Brazos Pavilion Conference Center. Registration is required. Register online at houstonmethodist. org/events or call 281-274-7500.

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Sugar Land doctor treats common vein disease BY JOE SOUTHERN jsouthern@fortbendstar.com

lthough the results may appear to be cosmetic, the work Dr. Tonie Reincke does at Metro Vein Centers in Sugar Land is focused on treatment of disease, not the beautification of a patient’s legs. Any beautification is just a pleasant side effect. Reincke primarily treats people suffering from chronic venous insufficiency. Classifications include spider veins, varicose veins, and swelling, skin changes and ulcers of the legs. Some of the more common symptoms are aching legs, swelling, night cramps, restless legs, itching and burning, and pain while standing. “Not all vein disease is visible,” she said. Treating vein disease is quick with almost no downtime for the patient and is covered by insurance. “It takes about an hour time total here,” she said. From the time the patient walks into the office until they leave after treatment, the process takes no more than an hour with no recovery time. “They can resume their normal activities. There is no downtime,” Reincke said. The procedure is not surgical and is done in-house. There are no narcotics or prescriptions. “I do all the procedures from start to finish,” she said. Reincke wants people to understand that Metro Vein Centers is a medical facility and not a place for cosmetic surgery. She said less than 1 percent of the work she does is cosmetic. Most of the time she refers cosmetic cases to other doctors. Many of the cases she sees are referred from primary care physicians (PCP). “Other than cosmetics, my work is covered by insurance because it’s considered medically necessary,” she said. She said some insurances require a referral from a PCP, but others will cover

self-referring patients. According to Reincke, about one in three people will have chronic venous disease, although most won’t know it. It happens slowly and the accompanying pain comes in the form of an ache that the patient has learned to live with. “You don’t have to live with it,” she said. Patients come for an initial consultation and screening. Reincke said a registered vascular technician uses an ultrasound device to locate the extent of the diseased veins. Once that is determined, she does a heat treatment to close the veins using a laser in a process known as endovenous laser treatment. The procedure is done under a local anesthetic. “It’s not pain-free,” she said. “There is some discomfort but it’s not painful.” Once a procedure is complete, the patient puts on a pair of compression hose and starts walking. Once they leave the office, they can resume all normal activity except for heavy lifting. She said the disease occurs as the valves in the veins stretch and quit working properly. That causes blood to pool, stretching the veins and causing swelling and pain. The majority of cases she sees are from people with a genetic predisposition to it. Other cases are caused by people who are on their feet a lot and those with significant weight gain. She tells her patients that what she does is a treatment, not a cure. The disease can recur and patients should be checked annually. She said her patients are both men and women because the disease is not gender specific. Reincke’s office is spacious and her staff numbers about five. She prides herself that when you call or visit, you will speak with her and not an answering service. She co-owns the business with a group of doctors who have other Metro Vein Centers in Michigan and New Jersey. Reincke is originally from Indiana. She graduated from Indiana University as a registered nurse, completed the physician assistant program at St. Francis University and graduated from Wayne

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Dr. Tonie Reincke does all vein disease treatments herself in her Sugar Land office.

State University School of Medicine, where she was the recipient of the Academic Achievement Award. She is a board certified interventional radiologist, having completed her radiology residency and an accredited interventional radiology fellowship at the Detroit Medical Center. Her memberships include the Society of Interventional Radiology and the American College of Phlebology. She moved to Texas in 2013 and opened her own practice on Sept. 8, 2015. She and her husband Doug have two children.

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Central Fort Bend Chamber welcomes Big State Plumbing with a ribbon cutting

ig State Plumbing has tripled its growth in the last few years, and the local owners are excited to continue to grow in Fort Bend County. The Central Fort Bend Chamber welcomed Big State Plumbing with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, April 7, at the company’s new location at 11510 Highway 36 in Needville, where dozens of local business owners and community members welcomed the staff. The owner of Big State Plumbing, Morgan Donaho, says they are growing incredibly fast and look to expand services soon. Donaho and his wife took over the company from a family member, and are proud of the more than 20 years of service the company has put into the region. “We are trying to get more involved in the community, we want to reach out to our neighbors and build from there. It’s important to us to keep our family-oriented feel and treat our customers like we would treat our family,” Donaho said. Big State Plumbing began in Angleton, offering services for residential and commercial plumbing, but as operations grew the business needed more space. Donaho says the new building in Needville will provide the ability to expand in the future. For more information, contact Big State Plumbing at www.bigstateplumbing.com. For more information about the chamber, call 281342-5464 or visit www.CFBCA.org.

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Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists welcomes Dr. Raziuddin Ahmed

hadresh Shah, M.D. with Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists welcomes Raziuddin Ahmed, M.D., to the practice. “Dr. Ahmed brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will strengthen our ability to serve our patients,” said Shah. “His background and approach to patient care fit perfectly with the mission of Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists, and we are thrilled to have him join us.” Ahmed is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. He is a graduate of Deccan Medical College in Hyderabad, India. He completed his Dr. Raziuddin Ahmed residency at the Cleveland Clinic’s Huron Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, and fellowships in pulmonary/critical care and sleep medicine at Tulane University in New Orleans. Throughout his career, he has been honored numerous times for his skill and dedication to patient care. The physicians at Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists provide a full range of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients suffering from asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), pneumonia, lung cancer, insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and much more. The office is conveniently located in Sugar Land at 4780 Sweetwater Boulevard, Suite 150. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ahmed or Dr. Shah, call Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists at 281-2422444.

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Rainbow of Love helps mothers in need

ears ago as a new employee of Child Protective Services (CPS), Debbie Richards saw a trend that disturbed her as much as the cases and faces of abused children. She was haunted by the stories of single mothers living in poverty and unable to care for their babies. Their situations were not criminal, they were tragic, and she knew she wanted to help. “Poverty is not a crime,” Richards said. “Sometimes you just can’t afford a car seat and we want our kids to be safe.” Her second case as a CPS worker was with a single mother who could not afford to care for her child. “She said ‘I’m doing the best I can but no one is helping me,’” Richards said. She said she saw a lot of mothers who could not afford to care for their babies. Rather than being judgmental, she commended them for choosing life. She also knew she wanted to be part of the solution. After consulting with some friends at church, Rainbow of Love was born. The agency started offering services to support impoverished mothers in 2002 and in 2004 Rainbow of Love became Rainbow of Love Adoption Agency, a licensed adoption agency and an official tax-exempt, nonprofit organization. Since

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then, Richards estimates that the organization has helped thousands of disadvantaged mothers and facilitated hundreds of domestic and state adoptions. The agency provides goods and services to single mothers in need. They also provide adoption services for those who elect to not keep their baby. Jamie Keylor of Houston is one of those people. In 2012 she found herself pregnant and in no position to raise a child. “I was scared,” she said. As she was leaving the hospital after finding out she was pregnant, she went looking for a phone book. She flipped to the listings of adoption agencies, pointed her finger at one and made the call. That put Keylor in contact with Richards. “She came out and met me. We sat down and we had lunch,” Keylor said. “She told me about the complete process from my end and about the process from the adoption parents end.” She said she did not consider abortion as an option. “I wanted what was best for the baby and I knew it wouldn’t be best for him to be with me,” she said. Keylor had one stipulation for the adoption and that was that the baby go to a family that did not already have children. Richards helped her select the adoptive parents.

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From left to right are: Cassandra Nguyen, Yasmina Rodriguez, Freddie Martinez, Karen Wong, Uduak Tom (in front), Debb Richards, Itoro Collins, Joanne Linden, Jennifer Oleary, Cindy Rizo, Cynthia Nguyen, Jonathan Rodriguez, Tiffany Smith, Dominic Green, Peter Linden and Eddie Brown. The event was the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce 2015 Sounds of the Season at Sweetwater Country Club.

Two members of the Houston Texans stopped by Rainbow of Love’s booth at the Sixth Annual Classic Chevrolet Chili Challenge April 14 in Sugar Land. Kenny Hilliard, left and Alfred Blue (center) pose with Itoro Collins, Cynthia Nguyen, Cindy Rizo and Joanne Linden.

“I met with them three times before the baby was born,” she said. “The adoptive mother was in the room with me for the birth. She got to see him before I did.” During the pregnancy, Rainbow of Love provided Keylor with prenatal vitamins and assisted with rent and other needs. “When they say they’ll help you with anything you need, they’ll help you with anything you need,” she said. The adoption was open, so the family shares pictures and information about the boy with Keylor. Richards said the birth mothers can choose they type of adoption they want to

have. An open adoption allows for contact between the mother and the adoptive family. A semi-open adoption allows limited access and a closed adoption is confidential without contact. Last year, Keylor gave birth to a second son. She turned again to Rainbow of Love and placed her baby for adoption. This one is closed and the boy now lives in Michigan. “I didn’t know how I would feel about the process,” she said. “If you have somebody you can lean on or call, it helps,” she said. She added that her care was so good that she does not have any separation anx-

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iety. She said she feels comfortable with her choice. Richards said that is exactly what Rainbow of Love wants all of their clients to feel, whether they keep their babies or place them into adoption. She said she came up with the name of the organization from the Bible in Genesis 9:13 where it says God placed a rainbow in the clouds to signify that the storm had ended. “We wanted the women to know that whatever crisis they are going through it has an end with compassion and love,” she said. For the women who choose to raise their children, Rainbow of Love is there to help. “Most of these moms didn’t have a baby shower,” Richards said. “There is no car seat, no stroller and not enough diapers.” The organization collects donations of new items such as diapers, car seats, strollers, toddler toys and new clothes and shoes. They are then delivered to mothers and babies who need them. “We know that when you have a baby or toddler that just getting out is difficult,” she said. Rainbow of Love is always seeking donations, especially when they gear up for their four annual events to help the clients. CONTINUES...

Pictured at the Sixth Annual Classic Chevrolet Chili Challenge April 14 in Sugar Land are, from the left, Karen Wong, Cynthia Nguyen, Itoro Collins, Joanne Linden, Dominic Green, Debb Richards and Cindy Rizo.

At Christmas, the mothers are given diapers, car seats, strollers, cribs and gifts for their child. For Easter they give care baskets and include dresses for the girls and outfits for the boys. They are currently working on the Mother’s Day care packages that include inspirational poems, a basket of soothing gifts and some food. Later this summer they will provide a diaper bag filled with items they need for children going to daycare or preschool. Not only does Rainbow of Love need donations, the agency also needs volunteers and board members. There is a staff of 10, but like any nonprofit organization, volunteers are vital. They help the agency network in the community and keep current with trends and local happenings. The staff is as multicultural as the community and several languages are spoken, including English, Spanish, French, Viet-

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namese, Mandarin, Hindi and Malayan. “We do have some moms who are new to the country and we can communicate with them in their own language as well,” Richards said. She said most of the mothers who decide to place their baby in adoption are either very young and in no condition to parent or older, already established in a career – perhaps with a family – and not wanting to start over with a baby. “The pregnancy may not be planned and it’s not the right time for them … but the main thing is they chose life,” Richards said. For parents wanting to adopt, there are criteria they have to meet, such as background checks, good health and at least one parent must be a working professional. Applicants must also be within the age range of 25 to 55. Once home study is approved, they are placed on a waiting list

that can last anywhere from two weeks to two years. “We’ve never had anyone wait longer than two years to be matched with a birth mother,” Richards said. Rainbow of Love works closely with other community groups and governmental organizations, including the courts. One of the services they provide is parenting classes. Many of those enrolled in the class are court-ordered to do so. Others are mothers looking for all the help they can get raising their babies. Certificates are issued upon completion. Rainbow of Love has two locations in Missouri City and one in Houston. It is a member of the Texas Alliance for Child and Family Services, Child Welfare League Association, Texas Network of Youth Services, Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and Greater Houston Partnership.

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MHMD, the Memorial Hermann Physician Texas Children’s Hospital names Dr. Network, appoints new physician-in-chief Tamir Miloh as outstanding background director of pediatric emorial Hermann Health with demonstrated results System announced the and success – including hepatology and liver appointment of Nishant as a practicing physician. “Shaun” Anand, MD, We look forward to him transplant medicine FACEP, as s, the Memorial Hermann joining MHMD and the

Physician Network, effective June 2016. Dr. Anand most recently served as chief medical officer for Banner Health Network (BHN), a large physician and provider network based in Phoenix. In his new role, Dr. Anand will help lead MHMD – one of the largest physician organizations in the country, with more than 4,000 independent and employed physician members. He also joins the Memorial Hermann Accountable Care Organization (MHACO), recognized as the top-performing Medicare Shared Savings ACO in the country two years in a row.   “With his physician leadership background and keen understanding of clinically-integrated care and population health management, Dr. Anand will be an asset on our executive team,” said Executive Vice President and CEO of MHMD and MHACO Chris Lloyd. “He has an

Memorial Hermann family.” With BHN, Dr. Anand managed the Dr. Nishant Anand clinical integration initiatives for physician committees that were designed to address care quality across the entire continuum, from acute and post-acute care to telehealth and wellness. He achieved innovative contracts with payers including risk capitation, bundled payment, shared savings and pay-for-performance models. Prior to his CMO role at BHN, Dr. Anand served as associate program director of the University of Arizona Emergency Medicine Residency Program, in addition to serving as fellowship director for the simulation program. In 2012, he was appointed vice president of Business Development and Care Delivery for Emergency Professional Services.

Shepley Bulfinch hires noted healthcare planning and design leader Bryan Jones

ational architecture firm Shepley Bulfinch welcomed healthcare planning and design leader Bryan D. Jones, AIA, LEED AP, as a director in the firm’s Houston office, where he will lead its regional healthcare practice. Jones is a resident of Missouri City. “We’re excited to have Bryan leading our healthcare practice in Texas,” said Shepley Bulfinch President Carole Wedge, FAIA. “He has a deep knowledge of the Texas healthcare market and is highly regarded for his expertise in resilient facility design.” Jones has led the design and delivery of major healthcare projects across Texas, including the Jennie Sealy Clinical Services Building for the replacement hospital for the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and hurricane mitigation and recovery efforts following serious damage to

the facility during Hurricane Ike in 2008. He is an authority on the design of resilient healthcare facilities and has presented widely on the subject. “As a healthcare architect, and as a Bryan D. Jones Houston native, it’s a real pleasure to help lead Shepley Bulfinch’s healthcare practice here in Houston,” said Jones. “Shepley Bulfinch has a national reputation for quality design and healthcare expertise, with a great deal to offer the institutions that provide care to our community.” Jones is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP). A Houston native, he received his bachelor of architecture degree from Texas Tech. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal H May 2016

exas Children’s Hospital announced Dr. Tamir Miloh as director of pediatric hepatology and liver transplant medicine. “I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Miloh to our team,” said Dr. John Goss, medical director of transplant services and professor of surgery and chief of the division of abdominal transplantation at Baylor College of Medicine. “His diverse background and specialized training will prove to be an invaluable asset to our transplant patients and their families.” Miloh’s research interests include the investigation of liver transplantation and various pediatric liver diseases such as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), autoimmune hepatitis, Wilson’s disease, metabolic diseases, biliary atresia, Dr. Tamir Miloh nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and acute liver failure. In addition to his clinical role, he is invested in education in the field of pediatric hepatology and has established an ACGME accredited advanced transplant hepatology program at Texas Children’s. Miloh, who also serves as an associate professor of pediatrics-gastroenterology at Baylor, earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from Sackler School of Medicine in Tel Aviv, Israel. He did his residency training at Wolfson Hospital in Holon, Israel as well as St. Christopher Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Miloh completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology and a one-year fellowship in pediatric hepatology and transplant at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and has earned Certificate of Added Qualification in pediatric liver transplantation. Miloh is a member of the American Association of Gastroenterology, American Association of the Study of Liver Disease, North American Society of Gastroenterology and Nutrition Hepatology Committee and International Pediatric Transplant Association, among others.

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he following members have recognized the importance of being a part of a five-star accredited chamber that connects, provides opportunities and solutions. In a national study, membership in a local chamber boosts the member’s image among consumers and results in positive perceptions in a number of areas, including overall favorability, consumer awareness and reputation, and likelihood of future patronage. Bethel America Healthcare LLC

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Fadwa Abuata, Owner 11134 Hwy 6., Ste. 214 Sugar Land, TX 77498 832-770-9452 www.crudayspa.com Massage Therapy

EmbroidMe - Sugar Land Gwen Jones, Owner 3527 Hwy 6 S., Ste.140 Sugar Land, TX 77478 281-242-4700 www.embroidme-sugarland.com Advertising, Promotional Specialties

EnTouch Telephone Company Mark Bookout, Consultant 11011 Richmond St., Ste. 400 Houston, TX 77042 281-225-1000 www.entouch.net Cable Television

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Gigi’s Playhouse - Sugar Land Jenni Davis, Site Coordinator 10415 SW. Frwy., Bldg. 11 Sugar Land, TX 77478 832-939-9919 www.gigisplayhouse.org/sugarland Associations

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Lonestar Cryo

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Medinet Family Care Clinic

Montessori House Elementary

TemperaturePro of Fort Bend

Morgan Elite Specialist Services, LLC

Texas Children’s Health Plan

Sivam Mahasivam PLLC

The Enlightened Kidney

Theresa O’Toole, Marketing and Communications Manager 7233 S. Mason Rd Richmond, TX 77407 281-239-3400 www.montessorihouseforchildren.com Schools, Private

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Todd Neely, President 251 Gonyo Lane Richmond, TX 77469 281-616-5999 www.TemperatureProFortBend.com Air Conditioning & Heating/Sales & Service

Dee Dee Grays, PR/ Marketing Specialist 2450 Holcombe Blvd., Suite 34L Houston, TX 77021 1-800-990-8247 www.texaschildrenshealthplan.org Health Care

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Truly Nolen Pest Control

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Sam’s Limousine & Transportation Karen Zuri, (713) 780-7077

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Sugar Land Art Center & Gallery Crystal Bradbrook, (281) 565-0957

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Hamre’s Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

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Atria Senior Living

Ariana Martinez, (281) 494-4200

Standard Office Products

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Sunrise Natural Foods

Kamal Dama, (281) 240-6887

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John Haskew, (832) 652-3640

America’s Swimming Pool Co. - Sugar Land

Yilmaz ‘’Jim’’ Dokuyucu, (281) 937-7481

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BookKeeping Express Jenneth Watson, (281) 937-9991

Randy Worthey, (832) 532-3186 Michel Dabon, (832) 945-5527

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Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston

Nick Cantu, (713) 868-3426

Totus Counseling Group

Obuko Uwanogho, (888) 681-3002

Wirick Asset Management LLC Barbara Wirick, (713) 501-5985

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Sterling McCall Automotive Group Marvin Marcell, (888) 299-3558

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The Marquis at Sugar Land

Jessica Medrano, (281) 265-3200

Republic Harley-Davidson

Craig D. Slovak, (281) 295-1000

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Southern Ice Cream

Mike Johnston, (281) 499-9837

Family Eye Health Solutions Jimmy Joseph, (832) 539-6448

MedCare Pediatric Group, LP

Custom Decor Solutions

Alan F. Bauer, (713) 575-9000

Denise Stahmer, (713) 773-5100

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Interiorscapes of Houston Alan L’Roy, (281) 933-0470

Robert Wolter, (281) 243-8412 Jamie Hamre, (281) 494-9200

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Brooks & Sparks, Inc.

Frank Brooks, (281) 578-9595

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Judy Monroe, (281) 240-8800

Turquoise Grill & Bar

Emily Calbert, (281) 980-4208

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Eric Sweet, (281) 295-2525

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The Bombay Palace, Indian Grill & Bar

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.

Travis Shaw, (713) 893-0564

Kevin Bogin, (281) 261-1217 Ephraim Arredondo, (713) 541-0313

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Brent Leftwich, (281) 340-3309

Harry M. Green Interests, Inc.

The Holoway Jones Law Firm, PLLC

Jim Merriman, AIA, (281) 242-5255 Harry M. Green, (713) 953-9800

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Millis Development & Construction, Inc.

Jason Millis, (281) 240-6066

Leonetti Graphics

Paul Price, (281) 499-4959

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This is a sample of the Assumed Names (DBAs) filed at the Fort Bend County Clerk’s office for March 2016. More Assumed Names may be viewed online at http://ccweb.co.fort-bend.TX.us/RealEstate/SearchEntry.aspx. There were 672 Assumed Names for month of March. Barnett Alvin Craig A Craig Barnett Ministries 3001 Dove Country Road Apt 1104 77477 Sam & Rita LLC Pro Nutrition 1251 Pin Oak Rd #125 77407 Acosta Leonel Grupo Zazz 1306 Fairoaks Dr 77469 Buggs Ashley Prettybuggs Artistry 2526 Valley Forest Dr 77489 Nu Care Management LLC Afa Investments 15700 Lexington Blvd # 210 77478 Unni Divyaa Sreepadam School of Arts 435 Murphy Road Suite #K 77077 Nguyen Tischell Lee Lee Living 2319 Meadow Briar Dr 77498 Machleit Dustin Machleit Enterprises 21135 Gladys Yoakum Dr 77406 Jones Sheena Bodied By Bates Lifestyle Methods 2714 Green Meadow Ct 77489

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Tahoe Inc Smart Cleaner 12810 Broadway St Ste 150 77584

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Qureshi Huma (+) Bestrishtay.Com 2018 Blue Water Bay Dr 77496

Trabue Auron R Tx Gridiron 2802 Bison Bluff 77459

Arz Business Inc Tony Luke’s 838 Delford Way 77479 Allen-Nelson Monica M&M Educational Consultants Agency (Mmeca) (+) 6415 Bazel Brook Dr 77489 Karunwi Abimbola Bollaks Motors 9515 Eaglewood Spring Dr 77083

C&C Real Property 9319 Eaglewood Spring Dr 77083

Cover Up Graphics LLC (+) Cover Up Graphics (+) 2015 Hwy 90A 77489 John Benoy Bright Tech 3707 Shoreview Ln 77459 Foster Bonnie Lipz & Sipz By Signature Sipz 735 Dulles #120 77477

Hughes Idris Idreese 3118 Ann Arbor Court 77478

Foster Bonnie Stop Wynen By Signature Sipz 735 Dulles #120 77477

“The Crossover King’s” Basketball Organization (+) “The Crossover King’s” Basketball Organization (+) 505 Denard Ln 77489

Kerr Joshua Legend 8119 Summer Breeze Ln 77469

Enard Marcus (+) Healtheinnovations 818 Bel Mar 77478 Serrano Juan Ramon Crystalk Construction 2307 Coleridge Ct 77469 Lululemon Usa Inc Lululemon Athletica 2004-16535 SW Fwy 77479 Malone Rachel (+) Serve and Collect Transportation 219 Fort Sumter Ct 77469 Vaughn Kimberly (+) Bluebonnet Eclectic 3907 Addison Ranch Ln 77441 Abu Ogheneovo (+) Nova Developing and Graphics 7411 Parkcraft Dr 77489 Coleman Tonya (+)

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Tam 110571 LLC Fresh Nail & Spa 1941 Lakeside Plaza Dr 77479 Bates Juanita (+) A Place In Our Hearts 3215 Cumberland Ct 77459 Ojelade Adetunji Lukmon (+) LM Trans Enterprise 16807 Red Gully Dr 77498 Drift Marketing LLC Mcwband 7010 Argonne Trail 77479 Lannin Darcy Dawn Clutter To Cash 3807 Crestwood Cr 77461 Duong Long Thanh Multi-Phones Repair 803 S Mason Rd #506A 77450 Lopez James

DBA (Assumed Names) Reliable Lawn Care 24835 Crystal Leaf Ln 77494 Autrey William Glen Jr Bill Autrey Transport Company 12008 Padon Road 77461 Jennings Roberta Rmj Services 8812 Snowy Owl Loop 77459 Nelson Krystall Royal Dreads 6415 Bazel Brook Dr 77489 Rowland Earl Bruce Bruce Auto Sales 10739 Fm 2759 77469

Data Beat (+) = More Names

Turner Vivian Between Us Pop-Up Weddings 5680 Hwy 6 #160 77459

Dr Rizwan Khan Pllc Smile Studio Orthodontics 5434 W Grand Parkway S #200 77406

Hopkins Kristina A Taste of Heaven Candy Tables 15315 Appleridge Dr 77489 Hopkins Kristina Hopkins Enterprises 15315 Appleridge Dr 77489 Tipnis Ravindra S (+) R S T Environmental Consultants (+) 4146 N New Meadows 77479

Solberg Fabian J (+) Fvs Explorations 28507 Birchfield Oak Ct 77494

Jjm Powerwashing LLC Jjm Powerwashing 307 Scarlet Maple Dr 77479

Robinson John K (+) Expert Windows and Insulation 222 Savannah Moss Dr 77469

Green Deborah Advocacy, Training Innovations and Consultation Services Inc 23410 Windy Bank Ln 77407

Taracorp LLC Taracorp 3303 Main St Suite 305 77002

Francis Courtney Courtney Francis Interiors 2839 Driftwood Bend Dr 77545

Katy Senior Living LLC Kmk Real Estate Management 27622 Robillard Springs 77494

Kalaji Dianah (+) C.K.C. Health/Legal Consulting Services 5419 Gable Meadows 77479

Harris Latrell Blackman Steele Reunion 12515 Fondren Suite H 77035

Rivas Sergio (+) S & V Automotive (+) 1615 Rice St 77471

Siraj Abdul (+) Engineering Examples 11715 Cobblestone Pt 77498 Thompson Colin A Cat - Nation Let’s Talk (+) 15818 Chimney Rock 77489

Weathersby Darnell D T W J Ent. & Logistics (+) 7303 Castleview Ln 77489

Spiral Success Inc Eye Level Cinco Ranch Katy 23010 Highland Knolls Dr 77494

Blugro LLC Shuttle Tx 22136 Westheimer Pkwy #249 77450

Snagget Deals LLC N the City 3 Sugar Creek Center Ste 100 77478

Schultz Adrienne Wild Thyme and Nodding Violet 2947 Field Line Dr 77479

Prevot Brenda (+) SB’s of Jesse H. Jones Alumni 16434 Lonesome Quail Dr 77489

Divecha Kaushik H Texas Insurance Choice 435 Murphy Rd Ste B-7 #226 77477

Clack Dennis A (+) Casey’s Pools and Spas 1260 Fm 1463 #100 77494

Prevot Brenda Top of the Line Typing and Tax Svcs. 16434 Lonesome Quail Drive 77489 Anene Samuel Emeka Francofam 11927 Matagorda Ln 77498 Shibeshi Nahum C Star Autos 2422 Parkhaven 77478 Schill Lisa Material Culture 6402 Columbia Falls Ln 77450 Dennis Gregory Gregboy Entertainment Grp 5223 Pebble Bluff Ln 77479 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Inc Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Bend County 1800 James L Pink Blvd 77469 Lawrence Katelyn the Crafty Kate By Katey (+) 30212 Willow Chase Ln 77423

Almaraz Juan A (+) Almaraz Trucking 7514 Rockaway Pt Ln 77407 Perez Lori A (+) L & J Charger Services (+) 1915 Blossom Breeze Ln 77469 Mayes Elroy Mayes Ministries 6634 Indian Falls Dr 77489 Weise Joseph (+) Snake Creek Cattle Company 2915 Macha Rd 77485 Quach Cam (+) C&K Nails (+) 900 Fm 359 77406 Zn Sunrise Corp Inc Flemingo Supermarket 2 3013 5Th Street 77477 We Are Reliable Alam Mohammad Mukhtar (+) 10001 West Bellfort Suite B-1 77031 Tran Peter Kinh (+) K&D Harwin Retail Shopping Center 10302 Harwin 77036

Silva Eduardo Ed -N- Eddie Plumbing 9403 A Quail Trail 77417

Nguyen Lynda (+) Nails Unlimited 1930 Hwy 6 D 77478 Alvarado Gustavo Alvarado Concrete Construction 524 Rustic Lane 77471 Ramirez Sharon (+) Couple of Massages Therapeutic Care 5525 Reading Rd #1501 77471 Lanni Daniel Tad Jr 4-Wheel Finishes 11134 East Lake Gables Dr 77406 Lanni Dustin N-U Method 21818 Silverbrook Ln 77449

Soledad Marc (+) Mdjs Enterprise (+) 20115 Stoneview Dr 77407

Schrick Carol Cc Art & Design 25711 Lavander Quartz Ct 77494

Stergo Ronnie A C D L Services (+) 9119 Hwy 6 Ste 230 77459

Riveron Delsa G S Transport 17117 Westheimer Rd 77082

Foster David (+) Device Doctors 7207 Bahia 77489

Howard Melanie Y Protravel 1 3303 Shiloh Court 77459

Joseph Nwajei I (+) Ikenem Motors 15827 Bellaire Bvld 77083

Lakhani Akhtar Aar Equine Trading 5422 Gable Meadows 77479

Howard Melanie Y My Deals 3303 Shiloh Ct 77459

Joseph Nwajei I (+) Joella Motors Inc 15827 Bellaire Blvd 77083

Alvarez Juan Juan Alvarez Flooring 4842 Prairie Ridge Rd 77053

Jackson Venetric (+) Skylove Travels 22155 Wildwood Park Rd #222 77469

Saenz Terrence (+) Ktj Custom Construction 8806 Tangier Turn 77459

N-Force Momentum Katina’s Closet 4011 Teal Run Meadows Dr 77545

Kahanek Deborah Lynn Tres Chic 23211 Meadow Creek Ln 77494 Innovationspdn LLC S.T.E.M. Interactive College Preparatory 5022 Lark Creek Ct 77479 Wickliff Tanya Dugat Meltantec 3022 Road Runner Walk 77459

Reynoso Lazaro Rolando Ixcoy Yeray Tires 2710 Rastus Ave 77477 Naviwala Aisha (+) Usta Enterprises 10703 Medwin Gardens Ave 77407 Royal Redemption Recovery Group Schoenberger Beth 601 Austin St 77469 Okeke Philip (+) Dp Auto Sales 9879 S Kirkwood Dr 77099

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Bialas Ryan A (+) Totally Lifted Offroad 926 Klare Ave 77471

Akhmurziyeva Akbobek Ba Marketing & Technical Services 2506 Edgewood Dr 77459 Smith Catherine M R.C. Flooring 13502 Fern Hill Dr 77498 Zepeda Rose M the Meeting Camaro (+) 5614 W Grandparkway S #238 77406

Data Beat

April 2016 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

2016 Payments To Date

2015 Payments To Date

Percent Change

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

35,605.84 13,549.57 82,054.64 1,265.95 133,263.53 613,544.11 41,268.72 5,984.18 5,791.60 466,048.00 1,107,114.88 6,986.99 1,183,321.34 4,546,211.36 4,106.36

49,454.98 16,357.17 76,133.53 771.32 106,303.49 600,655.35 44,371.92 5,672.61 4,260.15 376,854.92 1,222,910.98 14,427.88 1,194,430.96 3,695,820.64 2,362.54

-28.00% -17.16% 7.77% 64.12% 25.36% 2.14% -6.99% 5.49% 35.94% 23.66% -9.46% -51.57% -0.93% 23.00% 73.81%

144,218.33 58,098.51 426,229.22 6,829.16 480,838.54 2,785,127.30 175,048.88 30,406.21 18,583.42 1,987,058.24 5,106,399.28 37,209.09 5,315,512.29 18,389,644.79 20,442.15

279,147.02 50,498.91 425,620.64 4,462.37 412,651.96 2,768,246.50 165,621.85 29,342.32 19,912.64 1,725,824.90 5,436,446.26 63,728.72 5,437,712.46 17,553,264.18 11,939.45

-48.33% 15.04% 0.14% 53.03% 16.52% 0.60% 5.69% 3.62% -6.67% 15.13% -6.07% -41.61% -2.24% 4.76% 71.21%

COUNTY TOTAL

8,246,117.07

7,410,788.44

11.27%

34,981,645.41

34,384,420.18

1.73%

Top 20 City Sales and Use Tax Comparison Summary - April 2016 Please note that Sugar Land is 17th in sales tax revenues in the state. City

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

Net Payment This Period

46,422,152.06 23,223,470.02 20,354,674.42 14,931,882.60 9,936,830.74 7,015,425.37 6,314,313.58 5,141,741.81 5,467,120.76 5,082,521.30 5,600,980.51 5,033,872.26 4,893,531.48 4,794,813.77 4,535,857.56 3,630,046.69 4,546,211.36 3,695,872.99 3,093,048.11 3,288,815.07

Comp Payment Prior Year

% Change To Date

47,630,926.77 22,839,288.63 18,873,182.98 13,790,179.84 9,071,341.96 6,353,199.62 6,139,529.67 5,525,584.97 5,387,229.73 5,137,766.14 5,993,054.49 5,612,930.37 4,750,701.26 4,650,574.52 4,605,039.81 4,615,049.67 3,695,820.64 3,132,011.58 2,921,074.53 2,850,523.28

-2.53% 1.68% 7.84% 8.27% 9.54% 10.42% 2.84% -6.94% 1.48% -1.07% -6.54% -10.31% 3.00% 3.10% -1.50% -21.34% 23.00% 18.00% 5.88% 15.37%

2016 Payments To Date

212,060,308.13 106,297,304.70 92,091,038.50 66,761,441.15 44,712,585.88 32,635,686.54 28,211,501.42 25,305,234.15 24,484,405.36 24,101,865.79 23,688,483.63 22,020,448.28 21,914,932.63 21,327,056.84 21,265,657.57 18,470,798.80 18,389,644.79 16,079,291.29 14,261,010.14 14,188,959.90

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2015 Payments Change

Percent

223,720,100.04 103,479,401.20 87,623,947.66 62,848,254.54 43,539,518.93 31,333,051.56 27,277,857.32 26,733,765.67 24,211,342.09 25,360,321.35 26,782,719.08 23,090,744.05 20,802,167.88 21,291,448.61 22,130,015.62 22,682,249.71 17,553,264.18 14,363,019.13 13,656,612.36 13,696,146.21

-5.21% 2.72% 5.09% 6.22% 2.69% 4.15% 3.42% -5.34% 1.12% -4.96% -11.55% -4.63% 5.34% 0.16% -3.90% -18.56% 4.76% 11.94% 4.42% 3.59%

Data Beat

Commercial Building Permits

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

TYPE OF PERMIT

VALUE

OWNER/CONTRACTOR

ROSENBERG 3307 West St

Commercial Building

$10,000

Diego Iorio

4424 FM 2218

Commercial Building

$15,000

Handy Stop

4112 FM 762

Commercial Building

$800,000

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial)

03/01/16-03/31/16

$825,000

Brazos Town Center II/Axiom Construction LLC

SUGAR LAND 1207 Colony Lakes Dr

Commercial New

$1,200,000

310 State Hwy 6

Commercial New

$980,000

3302 State Hwy 6

Commercial Remodel

$79,390

4720 Sweetwater Blvd Ste A

Commercial Remodel

$169,612

4720 Sweetwater LTD/Brazos Contractors & Developers

6540 Greatwood Pkwy

Commercial New

$485,000

Presbytery of New Covcenant Pre/Bethany Homes Inc

4675 Sweetwater Blvd

Commercial Buildout

$820,000

59 Sweetwater-5000 Bissonnet/R.J. Harris Construction

18111 Lexington Blvd

Commercial Building

$4452335

City of Sugar Land/Linbeck Group LLC

1111 State Hwy 6

Commercial Remodel

$116252

HC Sugar Land Owner LLC/BYRD Interior Construction, LP

18318 University Blvd Ste 700

Commercial Buildout

$250000

Sugar Land Ranch Dvmt LLC/Cao Construction

112 Ave D

Commercial Addition

$22685

16655 Southwest Fwy Ste M1247

Commercial Buildout

$220,336

15870 Southwest Fwy Ste 400

Commercial Remodel

$48,000

3453 State Hwy 6

Commercial Remodel

16535 Southwest Fwy Ste 9000

Commercial New

2245 Texas Dr Ste 600

Commercial Remodel

$61,579

17520 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 400

Commercial Buildout

$405,940

2150 Town Square PL Ste 500

Commercial Remodel

$173,619

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

16655 Southwest Fwy

Commercial Buildout

$622,120

TMH Medical Office Buildings/J T Vaughn Construction

700 Reed Rd

Commercial Building

$41,114

Pelec Development Inc

12946 Dairy Ashford Rd Ste 130

Commercial Building

$49,307

I-Deal Contracting LLC

14003 - 14311 Ragus Lake Dr

Commercial Addition

$12,000

City of Sugar Land/Steven Orsak Fence Co

1430 N Gabriel River Cir

Commercial Building

$6,487

1310 Hitherfield Dr

Commercial Building

$21,050

11 Wellington Ln

Commercial Building

$6,850

Fix my Slab

11 Wellington Ln

Commercial Building

$10,350

Fix my Slab

Grand Total Valuation (Commercial & Residential)

03/01/16-03/31/16

$17,438,680

$167,718 $3,263,205

Ft Bend LID#2/CF McDonal EL Inc (GC) State of Texas/T Weeks Company, Inc HSMEP Williams Trace LP/JMJ Builders, LLC

Cherokee Sugar Land L P/Adventure Playground Systems TMH Medical Office Buildings/O’Donnell/Snider Construction Lake Pointe Shopping Center LP/Restore Cryotherapy Eqyinvest First Colony Owner L/Jerry Kachel Builder, Inc First Colony Mall LLC/US Builders, LP LCFRE Sugar Land Town Square L/O’Donnell/Snider Construction Memorial Hermann Hospital/C A Walker Construction

Cochrane Gary Alan & Kim L Cat/Cross Construction Dura Pier Services, LLC

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Advertising

Fort Bend Star 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com We have been delivering a free community newspaper to homes throughout Fort Bend County longer than ANY OTHER Newspaper. Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal 281-690-4200 www.fortbendstar.com The Fort Bend Business Journal is a monthly magazine that focuses on the business community of Fort Bend County. It is directmailed to businesses throughout Fort Bend as well as all chamber of commerce members in the Fort Bend County area. The Business Journal features news stories about businesses, people, and events of importance to the local business community.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

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 233,000 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-theart automotive repair and maintenance facility. Your search is finally over. Bring your vehicle to Rod Tate at 1131 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, 77477. First Tire & Automotive 281-313-2886 www.firsttireandauto.com Craig Popp, owner, 3 Sugar Land Locations. 960 Eldridge, 281-313-2886 & 2303 Williams Trace Blvd. 281-980-2666 (First Colony), 20015 Southwest Freeway. 281-343-5666 (Greatwood), Diagnostic testing and evaluation, Manufacturer’s routine recommended maintenance, domestic and foreign vehicle repairs, AAA approved, ASE certified. Ask about our Fleet Service!

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Banks

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

Comprehensive Screening Services (Compscreen) 832-465-1076 or 1-866-222-2828 E-Mail: info@compscreen.net www.compscreen.net We are a local Fort Bend Company, here to help protect your business or home by providing affordably priced, state-of-theart, highly reliable, (24/7) pre-employment background checks (most results available instantly), drug testing services and instant drug testing supplies (we often can save our clients over 20% on average). Statistics have shown that 53% of resumes & applications contain falsifications! The American Council for Drug Education reports that 74.8% of drug users are employed and active in the workplace (approx. 12.9 million people). Don’t become part of the next statistic! Let us help you protect your most valuable asset, your business, family, school or other community entity. Call us at 281-201-1806. We can help! Carpet & Floors

Harris Carpet & Floors 713-723-0693 E-mail:floors@harriscarpet.com www.harriscarpet.com At Harris Carpet & Floors we sell, clean, and install all flooring types. We also provide carpet cleaning services, air duct cleaning, ceramic tile, grout cleaning and 24 hour water extraction. We have been in business for over 25 years and we take pride in our excellent service record. Free Home & Phone Estimates. Owner La Trell Harris. 12515 Fondren Road. Suite H, Houston, Texas 77035. Country Clubs & Golf Courses

Quail Valley Golf Course & City Centre 281-403-5900 (General) 281-403-5910 (Golf Shop)

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

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

The Katy Area Economic Development Council (Katy Area EDC) www.KatyEDC.org - 281-396-2200 The Katy Area conomic Development Council (Katy Area EDC, a 501 (c) 6 non-profit corporation, is a full service economic development corporation representing the Katy ISD area (Katy Area). Katy

Area EDC : recruits new businesses, helps retain and expand existing businesses, helps create new businesses, facilitates the construction of business infrastructure and helps improve the quality of place and quality of life of the Katy Area. Florist Red Stem Florist LLC 281-403-3880 www.redstemflorist.com 3340 FM 1092 Rd. Suite 175, Missouri city, TX 77459 Specializing in all floral arrangements. Custom designs - Early Victorian Era to Asian styles for Weddings & Funerals. High end silks and gift baskets. Let Red Stem, Florist create your next occasion. Ice Cream Specialties

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

Goosehead Insurance 281-643-0996 www.gooseheadinsurance.com/ andrew-haley-insurance “Goosehead Insurance brings years of experience and expertise in serving your Auto, Home, Life & Commercial Insurance needs. As your agent, Andrew Haley understands the value of safeguarding what matters most to you and will work on your behalf to bring you the best insurance options based on your individual needs. You will be met with unmatched customer service, integrity and expediency.”

Insurance Solutions of Texas 281-565-2222 • 281-341-5060 www.insurancesolutionsoftexas.com Jay Harris, Auto, Home, Business, Flood Insurance. 14140 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. 281-5652222, Fax 281-565-3333. 2515 Ave. H, Rosenberg, Texas 77471. 281-341-5060, Fax 281-341-5558. 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!

SERVICE DIRECTORY

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

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. Movers Student Movers, Inc. 713-728-4900 houstonstudentmovers.com Student Movers has specialized in moving Residential and Commercial clients in Fort Bend County, and anywhere in Texas, since 1996. State licensed and regulated for your protection, Student Movers is an A+ BBB member and has been awarded Angie’s List ‘Preferred Vendor of the Year’ 3 years in a row. Offering 2 or 3 men moving crews to fit your moving needs, you can call for a free moving quote, 7 days a week at 713-728-4900 or visit our website at houstonstudentmovers.com.

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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.

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. Pets Grooming, Food & Supplies

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Sugar Land • 281-240-WOOF (9663) Sienna • 281-778-WOOF (9663) www.WoofGangBakery.com We LOVE your Dog! Pamper your pet with a relaxing Woof Gang Bakery Spa Experience! A neighborhood store, offering gourmet dog treats, healthy pet foods, pet supplies, accessories and pet grooming. We are committed to providing superior products that enhance the well-being of your dog. At Woof Gang Bakery, we know that dogs are a part of our families, dogs are our faithful companions, and dogs bring us joy. We’ll help you show your appreciation for their unconditional love and devotion.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Networking

Fort Bend Chapter - BNI Fort Bend Business Network International, the oldest networking chapter in the Fort Bend Chapter - BNI network, is a group of like-minded business owners who meet to network every Thursday morning at 7 am at Sweetwater Country Club. Membership is limited to one professional per category. However, the organization does have some open categories and is looking for entrepreneurs who want to connect with a great group of people and grow their business! For information on how to come visit, please email jeanne@jeannegregory.com. 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.

Pharmacies

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

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

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Pregnancy Resources

Pregnancy Resource Medical Center of Fort Bend County 281-232-2375 www.prmcfortbend.org The Pregnancy Resource Medical Center is a nonprofit that helps women by offering free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, peer consultations, classes and parenting resources. We are looking for volunteers, financial partners and church liaisons to help us reach our community. You can share the joy of helping hurt hearts and saving lives. We are located at 2918 Avenue I Rosenberg, TX 77471. Real Estate

Colliers International, formerly Curtice Commercial Real Estate 281-494-4769 kolbe.curtice@colliers.com Kolbe M. Curtice, CCIM, CLS, 15999 City Walk, Suite 250, Sugar Land Square located at U.S. Highway 59 & State Highway 6, Fax: 281-4943227, Brokerage, Development, Investment and Tenant Representation, 30 years experience in Fort Bend. Riverstone Development Co. 281-499-8700 www.riverstone.com tomw@johnsondev.com. Tom Wilcox, 4855 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, Texas 77459, Fax: 281-499-8704, Luxurious waterside living in Fort Bend from $200s to the many millions. Jeanne Gregory, CRS, GRI 281-344-8918 www.jeannegregory.com jeannegregory@earthlink.net. 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478, Fax: 281-242-6754, Re/Max Southwest. Residential real estate sales & corporate relocation. Jennifer Weaver, ABR, CRS, GRI 281-207-5037 www.jenniferweaver.com RE/MAX Southwest, 14905 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Residential sales and corporate relocation since 1979.

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

Julius Metals 281-499-6400 www.juliusmetals.com 3018 5th St., Stafford, TX 77477 Julius Metals has been FT. BEND COUNTY’S LARGEST SCRAP DEALER serving Fort Bend and surrounding counties for the past 31 years. As a proud and responsible member of the Fort Bend, Texas business community, we accept aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, vehicle radiators, air conditioning coils, lead and other scrap metal. We seek to protect the environment through our intake and processing of scrap metal product usually destined for landfills. Our friendly staff values you as a customer and provides the VIP treatment to make your experience with us a profitable and efficient one. If you’re not selling me your metal, we both lose money!

Transportation

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

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

Bombay Palace (Indian Grill and Bar) The route to India was The Bombay sought by Vasco da Gama and Christopher Columbus Palace (Indian Grill and Bar) for its valuable spices. Saffron, turmeric, ginger and coriander — these are the tastes that define Indian food. If you are craving tandoori, tikka masala, spicy curries or any of the cuisine’s other vibrant, artfully prepared dishes, try The Bombay Palace, Indian Grill and Bar. Enjoy the exotic taste of India right in our wonderful city of Sugar Land in our cozy neighborhood restaurant. Indian cuisine is hard to sample via just one dish. The Bombay Palace has a sampler of a variety of dishes in their daily lunch buffet. Enjoy our Lunch Buffet served daily. Mon.-Fri: 11:00-2:30 p.m. and Sat.-Sun: 11:30-3:00 p.m. Dinner served daily from 5:30-10 p.m. Daily Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Let us cater your next event or business meeting. 15259 SW Frwy Sugar Land, TX 77478, at the intersection of 59 South & Williams Trace Blvd. Contact: 281-3250071; sales@thebombaypalace.com. Visit us at www. TheBombayPalace.com. Like us on Facebook @ The Bombay Palace Indian Grill and Bar. $$ • FB Center Stage Gallery & Events • Holiday Parties • Birthday Parties • Financial Seminars • Political Events • Sweet 16 • Bridal Showers • Baby Showers • Art Showcase • Networking Events • Family Celebrations and the list goes on... Exceptional Rates- Unbelievable Value • Over 2500 square feet to meet your specific needs. • Beautifully decorated throughout the facility. • Showroom Ready. Many different options to choose. Center Stage Gallery & Events, 3527 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX. 77478, 281-299-4814, Email: info@Center-Stage-Events.com, visit us at www.center-stage-events.com. Great Harvest Bread Co. Great Harvest handcrafts bread daily using only pure and simple ingredients. Each morning

we fresh-grind premium whole wheat in the bakery and blend it with ingredients from nature like yeast, salt, purified water, and honey. Great Harvest does not use chemical dough conditioners or artificial additives to preserve the bread. The result is bread that tastes simply amazing and healthy. Great Harvest Bread Co. Sugar Land is located at 3344 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas. (Next to Randall’s at Williams Trace Blvd.), 832-987-3217. www.greatharvestsugarland.com. $ Pavani Express Come visit our newest location in Stafford, Pavani Express. Pavani Restaurant started in 1993 providing 100% Authentic Southern Indian vegetarian recipes. Most of our vegetarian dishes are glutten-free. We also provide on-site cooking. Let us cater your next event of 50 to 5000 people in the Fort Bend, Houston, and San Antonio area. Lunch Service: Tues-Sun. 11.00 am-2:30 pm. Dinner Service Tuesday to Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Friday & Saturday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Sundays 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 209 FM 1092 (Murphy Road) • Stafford, Texas 77477. 281-261-3311 for catering call 210-328-4886. Open www.pavanicafe.com. $ Vasos Bar-B-Q Vasos Bar-B-Q is located at 9920 Highway 90A • #D-120, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Call 281242-8585. “Hours of Operation MondayFriday 11a.m.-8:30p.m. Saturday 11a.m.-9 p.m. Closed Sunday. 26 years same location and same ownership. Full Service Catering with variety of menu items to choose from. Visit our website at www.vasoscatering.com. $ Soto’s Kitchen “Our mission is to expose the diversity of the Mexican cuisine through daring and fun fusions, while retaining the highest standards on quality and freshness. Our great food and hospitalMay 2016 H Fort Bend / Katy Business Journal

ity should reflect on our guests smiles.” Lunch Specials available from Monday -Friday. 11-3:30 p.m. Happy Hour Monday-Saturday. from 11-6:30 p.m., Business Hours: Monday-Thursday. 11-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday. 11-9:30 p.m. 2899 Dulles Avenue, Missouri City, Texas. Visit us at www.sotoskitchen.com. Like us on Facebook.com/sotoskitchendulles or Tweet us on Tweeter.com/sotokitchen. $ The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill, Where everybody knows your game. • Sports theme restaurant rink side! • Family friendly place • Hand Tossed Pizza, Fresh Burgers, Jumbo , Wings and much more… • Several LED TVs that show all the NFL & NHL games! Yes we have Direct TV! • Relax with your best friend on our Dog friendly patio and catch a game! • Private Party Room available for Mixers, Socials & Networking • Watch live hockey , figure skating or public skating while dining Current Hours Of Operation: Mon: 4:00 pm 10:00 pm, Tue - Wed: 4:00 pm - 1:00 am, Thu: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Fri: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 16227 Lexington Blvd. • Sugar Land, Texas 77479, 281-565-8795, www.lockerroomsugarland.com. $$

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TAKING TIME FOR YOUR HEALTH MEANS MORE TIME FOR WHAT MATTERS. For many women, family and career come first. That’s why Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital makes it easier to fit your health into your busy routine. You’ll receive personalized preventive and wellness care you need to live the healthy life you want. And when necessary, you have access to the most advanced technology and specialty services available. See our women’s specialists for • Gynecologic services including well-woman exams • Obstetrics, pregnancy and reproductive health • Mammograms and breast cancer treatment • Osteoporosis prevention and detection Visit houstonmethodist.org/womens-health to learn more or call 281.274.7500 for an appointment.