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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 2017

Official newspaper of Fort Bend County & Missouri City

Children’s concert at George Memorial Library

Courtesy of Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra. Photo credit: Susan Lynch. Pictured Front (L-R): Patricia Kelley, Andrea Cope, Katherine Leskin. Back: Dan Patterson, Elyssa Munden.

Fort Bend County Libraries have motives! While trying to ater, and seating is concrete. will present a children’s concert solve the mystery, children are Theater-goers are encouraged to performance by the Fort Bend introduced to the various musical bring cushions to sit on. Glass Symphony Orchestra of The instruments in an engaging and containers, alcoholic beverages, and popcorn are not allowed in Composer is Dead! on Saturday, entertaining way.

The concert will also include the amphitheater.

April 1, beginning at 2 p.m. in the The performance is presented Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater Micha Namenwirth’s “Divertiat George Memorial Library, mento for Toys and Orchestra.” with the generous support of the This whimsical selection is per- Friends of the George Memo1001 Golfview in Richmond.

Created by Nathaniel Stookey formed with toy trumpets, re- rial Library. Proceeds from the and featuring words by Lemony corders, percussion instruments, Friends of the Library book sales and annual membership dues Snicket, The Composer is Dead! and the orchestra.

After the performance, chil- help to underwrite the costs of is a high-spirited murder-mystery musical performance about the dren are invited to get an up- special programming and various untimely demise of a composer. close look and learn more about cultural events at the libraries.

The performance is free and The perplexing mystery leads the the different instruments during audience into all corners of the an instrument “petting zoo” in open to the public. For more inorchestra in search of the culprit. the Bohachevsky Gallery inside formation, call George Memorial Library at 281-342-4455 or the All of the suspects – who happen the library.

The performance will be pre- library system’s Public Informato be musical instruments -- seem to have alibis, and all certainly sented in an outdoor amphithe- tion Office at 281-633-4734.

Distracted Driving Ordinance in force Sugar Land’s newly approved distracted driving ordinance became effective on Monday, March 20. The new City law prohibits the use of portable electronic devices while driving a vehicle in Sugar Land unless the device is in hands-free mode or being used for an emergency.

Portable electronic devices include mobile phones, personal digital assistants, MP3s or other hand-held music players, electronic reading devices, laptop computers, pagers, electronic game devices and more. “Wireless Communication Devices” are defined in Texas Transportation Code section 545.425.

Drivers will be issued only warnings during the first 90 days. Following the grace period, any person found guilty of violating the ordinance will be fined up to $500 for each offense.

Community awareness activities will include media releases, social media, print materials, community meetings, signage and events.

Stafford settles employee lawsuit for $80,000

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Even though lawyers told Stafford City Council and the mayor the city had done nothing illegal regarding Jennifer Taylor’s suit against the city, she collected nearly $80,000 total because Stafford settled the case rather than go to court.

Five of Stafford’s city council members voted to settle the suit for $40,000 and forgive $22,000 the city paid her for medical expenses. Another $15,000 was paid by the insurer UMR, Stafford’s health care benefits plan.

Taylor is Stafford’s emergency management coordinator and filed a suit against the city in 2012 after she had two automobile accidents while driving city vehicles with her daughters inside.

The other drivers involved in the accidents were found to be at fault so she received restitution

from one driver but not the second. She then sought payment for her and her daughter’s doctor bills through the health insurance the city provides its employees.

Taylor talked to Stafford’s human resources administrator who explained that her health insurance would not reimburse her doctor bills resulting from injuries sustained while driving a city vehicle because all city vehicles are insured and include personal injury coverage. The health plan does not cover paying for accidents in city vehicles so the city’s won’t be paying twice.

Mayor Leonard Scarcella said Taylor was provided with a city vehicle 24/7 because her job required her to respond immediately and at all hours but it was only to be used for business purposes and not for personal transportation.

Taylor filed suit against the

city in late 2012 saying she did not realize her health insurance plan would not reimburse expenses she had as a result of the accidents. Her lawsuit says the accidents cost her between $75,000 and $100,000. In her suit she sought damages between $200,000 and $1 million.

After council’s closed meeting on the settlement, members voted in Taylor’s favor at the March 15 meeting. Mayor Leonard Scarcella said, “We went into this lawsuit expecting something to be resolved in a court of law.

Unfortunately, it seems like it was more resolved in the court of public opinion.

“The plaintiff presented her position to the public and the city advocated it. We never presented the city’s position because our lawyers told us not to discuss it.

See LAWSUIT, Page 3

Spaghetti Dinner set for April 21

The Exchange Club of Sugar Land’s 30th Annual Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land will be held on April 21, 2017. Front row: Spaghetti Chairman Lynn Krauss, Jeff Sabastian and Ray Aguilar of Classic Chevrolet. Back row: Paul Barnett, Kevin Barker, Jim Lockwood, Carlos Perez and Rod White.

Are you looking for a fun family evening?

Join the Exchange Club of Sugar Land’s 30th Annual Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land.

Local law enforcement agencies and fire departments prepare a variety of spaghetti sauces, competing to win the cook-off trophy.

This family oriented dinner features great raffle prizes, a live auction, silent auction and kid’s area with fun and games.

The event will be held on Friday, April 21, 2017 from 5:308:30 p.m. at Fluor Corporation

community service projects, like Santa’s Exchange/Toys for Tots and school supplies and shoes for children in need.

Please help us support the Fort Bend Community by donating $25 for an adult dinner ticket, $5 for a child or $100 for a raffle ticket which includes 2 adult and 2 children’s spaghetti dinners.

Prizes include a Cruise in the Caribbean and a Las Vegas getaway!

For more information or to purchase tickets on line visit www.ecsl.org

Cafeteria, 1 Fluor Daniel Drive, Sugar Land.

The funds raised allow The Exchange Club of Sugar Land to continue supporting local non-profits including Child Advocates of Fort Bend, Fort Bend County Women’s Center, Texana Center for Autistic Children, Fort Bend Regional Council on Substance Abuse, Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels, Crime Stoppers, YMCA, Literacy Council of Fort Bend, The ESCAPE Family Resource Center and many others.

These funds also support Exchange Club of Sugar Land

Crash data throws no new light on Red Light cameras

By SESHADRI KUMAR The effectiveness of Red Light Cameras installed in Sugar Land remains inconclusive as the data shows mixed results.

In some locations, collisions have reduced from the previous year, while the number of collisions increased in some other locations.

On West Airport @Eldridge, the number of crashes dropped from four in 2014-15 to 1 in 2015-16.

On Westbound Highway 6 at Lexington, the number of crashes increased from 6 to 9 last year.

On South Bound Southwest Freeway at Highway 6, the crash numbers reduced from 16 to 13. The number of crashes was as high as 21 in 2009-10.

In subsequent years, those numbers were 9, 6, 2 and 8.

According to the traffic data presented by the Sugar Land Police Department to the city council recently, where Red Light Cameras were recently installed, the 30 Day Warning Period ended on October 7, 2016 at Westbound 90A @ Eldridge/Lombardy and 230 Red Light Running Warnings were issued during the grace period.

Subsequently from November 8, 2016 to February 28, 2017, a total of 1,007 Red Light Running Violations were recorded at this intersection On W/B University @ Elkins Road, where the grace period

Red Light Camera Intersection Crash Data (July1-June 30) Location

2009/2010 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 2015-2016

WB West Airport @ Eldridge

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ended on January 3, 2017, 754 Red Light Running Warnings were issused and from February 4, 2016 to February 28, 2017, a total 953 Red Light Running Violations were recorded.

Separately, the officers issued 331 tickets for running red light sand 330 citations for running stop signs.

The officers issued 7,539 speeding tickets and 562 tickets for speeding in a school zone.

The top three primary collision factors in 2016 were Failed to control speed - 699 Changed Lane When Unsafe - 178; and Disregard Stop and Go Signal 128.

The number of injury collisions in 2016 were 364, just one below the previous year’s number.

The total number of minor

accidents that occurred in Sugar Land in which an officer investigated the collision in 2016 was 1,693, compared to 1,820 in 2015.

The numbers for 2012 were 1,302, and in 2013, there were 1,202 minor accidents. The number rose to 1,604 in 2014.

The total number of traffic stops by SLPD officers in 2016 totalled 38,259, compared to 34,305 in 2015 and 39,295 in 2014.

In 2012 and 2013, the number of traffic stops were 45,451 and 42,321, respectively.

The total number of citations, including warnings issued in 2016 were 22,460 compared to 23,848 in 2015.

It was 25,964 in 2014, 21,768 in 2013 and 24,671 in 2012.

Page 2 • INDEPENDENT • MARCH 22, 2017

REAL ESTATE Cross Creek Ranch adds Townhome designs Cross Creek Ranch will expand its home design offerings with the opening of a new neighborhood featuring townhomes by Chesmar Homes.

Chesmar is offering three townhome designs in The Willows neighborhood.

The approximately 1,800-square-foot, three-bedroom designs boast open floor plans, large island kitchens, second-floor master suites and two-car garages. Two of the three designs have covered balconies.

Homes are priced from the $220,000s. A model home will open this spring.

The opening of The Willows follows on Chesmar’s successful building program in another Cross Creek Ranch neighborhood, The Brooks.

“Buyers really responded to Chesmar Homes’ innovative designs in The Brooks,” said Rob Bamford, general manager of Cross Creek Ranch.

“They hit the mark on of- Cross Creek Ranch, visit fering just the right size for www.crosscreekranchtexas. young professionals, new com.

Cross Creek Ranch is a families and empty nesters. master-planned We expect the new townhome 3,200-acre designs in The Willows to be community by Johnson Development Corp. located in just as popular.”

Much of Cross Creek Fulshear, just minutes west Ranch’s growth has been in of the Grand Parkway off FM the proffering of mid-range 1093. The community offers priced homes, such as those amenities including Adventure Island, Italian Maid Café, sold by Chesmar.

Last year, the community the Polishing Pond and Boardopened six new neighbor- walk, miles of hike-and-bike hoods and posted a 13 percent trails and the one-acre Caincrease in home sales, pro- nine Commons dog park with pelling it into the ranks of the separate areas dedicated for top 25 master-planned com- larger and smaller breeds.

It also is home to a munities in the nation. fitness The new enclave will offer 6,000-square-foot winding trails and a neigh- center and Arbor Sports Park borhood park. In addition, with tennis courts, basketball residents will have access to court, sand volleyball court Cross Creek Ranch’s abun- and playgrounds for all ages. dant amenities including two waterparks, an on-site café The Fort Bend masterand a state-of-the-art fitness planned community of Alicenter. ana once again maintained For more information on its ranking among the nation’s top sellers in 2016, due in large part to the introduction of luxury lifestyle patio homes, courtyard-style homes and highly amenitized garden homes.

Aliana ranked #19 among the nation’s top-selling masterplanned communities last year, according to RCLCO, an independent real estate advisory firm.

The community also ranked third on the list of Houston’s most active real estate developments in 2016 based on new home starts, as reported by MetroStudy, later published in the Houston Business Journal.

In addition to new lifestyle homes by Trendmaker Homes, Perry Homes and Sitterle Homes, Aliana debuted custom homes on 90-foot homesites by Partners in Building; all four builders also opened new lifestyle model homes in the community.

“We expanded our new home offerings with choices to suit various lifestyles,” notes

Shrimp Boil & Fish Fry Festival Saturday, April 1, 2017, 11 AM – 2 PM, City Centre at Quail Valley, Missouri City Oyster Creek Rotary Club’s 38th community fund raiser – the Shrimp Boil & Fish Fry Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 1, 2017, 11 AM – 2 PM, City Centre at Quail Valley, Missouri City.

• Raffle for a $10,000 Gallery Furniture gift certificate.

Raffle tickets are $100 each and include two meal tickets.

• Individual meal tickets are $20 • Shrimp or catfish meals with all the trimmings • Live and silent auctions • Proceeds from the event are used to fund the various charities supported by the Oyster Creek Rotary Club including $10,000 worth of scholarships, books mailed monthly to over almost 800 local children through the Imagination Library, Project Smile’s school supplies and Christmas gifts for children, Fort Bend Rainbow Room for abused and neglected children and adults, The Arc of Fort Bend County, Child Advocates of Fort Bend County, Hope for Three’s advocacy for autism, and Fort Bend Literacy Council, etc.

• Diners can feast on shrimp or catfish with all the trimmings, while enjoying entertainment, fun and bidding on the numerous items offered in the live and silent auctions.

Chesmar Homes is introducing the first townhome designs to Fulshear’s Cross Creek Ranch.

Prices will be from the $220,000s.

Aliana Maintains ranking among nation’s Top-selling communities

Linda Kilgore, director of marketing for Aliana Development Company, developer of the 2,000-acre west Houston master-planned community near Sugar Land.

Kilgore credits the opening of the new H-E-B Aliana Market and the on-site Madden Elementary School as additional factors contributing to the community’s continued success.

Aliana is one of the largest

and fastest growing masterplanned communities in Fort Bend County and presents new homes from the $290s

by Ashton Woods, CalAtlantic Homes, Coventry Homes, Highland Homes, J. Patrick Homes, Meritage Homes, Partners in Building, Perry Homes, Plantation Homes, Sitterle Homes, Trendmaker Homes and Village Builders.

It is located west of Houston on the Grand Parkway be-

tween U.S. Highway 59 and Interstate 10.

Community amenities include The Club at Aliana & Swim Center featuring a resort-quality pool, tennis court and 24-hour fitness center with a second, on-site recreation center opening this Spring, miles of hiking trails, lush, shaded parks, and much more.

Visit www.AlianaHouston.com

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Fore more information, call James Thurmond at 281-261-7915

DOGGONE FUN. Run with the dogs and party with the pooches for a day of tail-waggin fun during the Sienna Plantation Canine Carnival and Doggone Fun Run 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 22. Pooches and their people can choose a 5K run or 1K fun run/walk, followed by carnival rides and games at Sienna’s Village of Sawmill Lake,

9815 Cameron Way. Well-heeled dogs can participate in a costume contest and everyone will enjoy inflatables, food trucks, face painting, high-flying performances by the Houston Disc Dogs and a chance to take home a friend for life.

Learn more at www.siennaplantation.com.

PLANTATION at Quail Valley Active Senior Living; Embracing the lives of Seniors 55 and Better

2815 Cypress Point Dr, Missouri City, TX 77459 www. plantationqv.com

Phone: (281) 208-4470

INDEPENDENT • MARCH 22, 2017 • Page 3

NEWS Missouri City Councilman Floyd Emery Residents invited to speak at named H-GAC’s chairman-elect Community Symposium

The Houston-Galveston Area Council announced that City of Missouri City Councilman Floyd Emery has been elected Board Chair for 2017.

He has served as the Missouri City representative on the H-GAC Board of Directors since 2013. Also elected as 2017 H-GAC officers are Brazoria County Commissioner Stacy Adams as Vice Chair and Chambers County Commissioner Gary Nelson as Chair.

The 2017 officers were installed at the H-GAC General Assembly Annual Meeting on Friday, March 3.

Chief W. Nim Kidd of the Texas Division of Emergency Management was the principal speaker at this annual gathering of local elected officials, administrators, civic and service leaders, and business and industry representatives.

H-GAC (www.h-gac. com) is a voluntary association of local governments and local elected officials from the 13-county Gulf Coast Planning Region, which includes an area of 12,500 square miles and more than 6

From the left: Commissioner Gary Nelson, Chambers County, Councilman Floyd Emery, City of Missouri City, and Brazoria County Commissioner Stacy Adams.) million people. H-GAC works formation forum for local to promote efficient and ac- governments; and helps them countable use of local, state, analyze trends and conditions and federal tax dollars; serves affecting the region in order to as a problem-solving and in- respond to their needs.

Qaiser Imam in a threecornered contest for city council Qaisar “Q” Imam, a nineyear Sugar Land resident, is in the running for Sugar Land City Council Position, District 4.

The 49-year old, known as Q, attended The College of Wooster in Ohio where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa and was awarded the prestigious William Galpin Award for the most outstanding graduate.

Q started his career at PriceWaterhouse as a management consultant and is currently a Senior Project Manager with IBM’s Global Business Services serving Fortune 500 clients across multiple industries.

Q is active with the boards of the Exchange Club of Fort Bend, the Fort Bend Rainbow Room and was recently named Vice Chair of the Committee for Civilian Engagement for the Association of United States Army.

As the Volunteers Chair of the Toys for Tots/Santa’s Exchange 2015 and 2016, Q was instrumental in providing over 1400 local youth an

Lawsuit

From Page 1 “I feel this is a grave error on the part of the city and the defense of any lawsuit. I think it’s a huge disservice to the people of Stafford -- not to be as aggressive in the public arena as we are in the courtroom,” the mayor said.

He went on to say that “having been an attorney for 50 years, I think I know what it takes to either prosecute or defend a lawsuit, and I do not think that in either instance you can assume that

“Q” Imam opportunity to bring smiles to thousands of children in Fort Bend County by helping distribute toys. His work with Toys for Tots continue.

Q has been involved with the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, South Asian Chamber of Commerce, PCC USA Chamber of Commerce, and OPEN–Entrepreneurs Network to help young entrepreneurs and professionals with business and professional development skills.

He also volunteers with the American Cancer Society and Hope For Three, a local Fort

Bend organization raising Autism awareness.

Q is passionate in his support of public education and has served FBISD in multiple capacities, most recently as a member of the Bond Oversight and District of Innovation Committees.

“My family has lived in Sugar Land for almost a decade. I have grown to love our city. I think we are on track to become a world-class city and look forward to working with the Mayor and Council to continue the momentum keeping Sugar Land a great place to live, work and play and growing our economic base.”

Qaisar “Q” Imam is married to Bushra Cheema, a Sugar Land oncologist, and the father of three amazing children.

Q invites you to learn more about him by visiting his web site at: www.qforsugarland. com.

(Sean Burnett and Carol McCutcheon have also filed for this seat.)

all matters will ultimately come before the court.

“This is as classic an example as I have ever seen as mayor, where the matter was truly litigated in the public arena and not in the courtroom. The motion to approve it is simply without basis. There’s no true legal merit for it. The facts are quite vague, and even now some are emerging.

In view of those circumstances I cannot support this motion (to approve),” Scarcella said at the council meeting.

Councilman Don Jones made the vote to approve and it was 5-2 with the mayor and Councilman Cecil Willis voting opposed.

Scarcella said his remaining quiet about litigation against the city won’t ever happen again, no matter what lawyers tell him to do or not to do. He explained that the idea of saying nothing while a suit is pending against the city is outdated lawyer thinking and has no place in today’s world of social media, television, newspapers.”

Mosset Grill’s benefit for FBFN Foundation Mosset New American Grill will be hosting an event that will benefit FBFN Foundation.

Mosset Grill owner, David Tutten, and manager, Marco Nuno, will be donating a portion of all sales from food, beverages and bar to the Foundation’s Scholarship Program on Tuesday, April 4, 2017.

Come visit Tutten, Nuno and the members of the FBFN Foundation for lunch or dinner on Tuesday, April 4 and bring your family, friends and co-workers!

FBFN Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organiza-

tion and the charitable arm of the Fort Bend Friends and Neighbors social club.

The Foundation is devoted to promoting charitable and humanitarian projects within Fort Bend County.

Their major philanthropic effort is directed toward the Foundation Scholarship Program.

Since 2005, more than $141,500 in college scholarships have been awarded to 79 local high school graduates planning to achieve their higher educational goals at one of the Fort Bend County campuses of Wharton Coun-

ty Junior College, Houston Community College, University of Houston – Sugar Land, and Texas State Technical College.

For more information about the Foundation Scholarship Program and scholarship application or to make a donation, please visit the Foundation website at FBFNFoundation.org or email President@FBFNFountation.org Mosset Grill is at 14019 Southwest Freeway #101 (Hwy. 59 & Sugar Creek Blvd. next to Chase Bank) in Sugar Land.

Join Missouri City officials and staff at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28 at the Community Center in City Hall Complex, 1522 Texas Pkwy. for a chance to provide your input on the website redesign under way and a draft of the Comprehensive Plan.

Currently, staff is in the process of managing a complete redesign and upgrade of the City’s main web presence—www.missouricitytx. gov, and resident feedback is needed to make the change a success.

The Symposium will also offer an opportunity for Development Services staff to share an overview of the Comprehensive Plan draft before it is finalized and presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council for approval in the spring.

The plan is designed as a framework for guiding future development, redevelopment and community enhancement throughout the next 20 years and beyond.

“Citizen input is critical to the update of our City’s main website. We will be asking residents to provide feedback

Dr. Stephen Kleinberg of the Rice University Kinder Institute at the 2016 Comprehensive Plan Symposium.. More than 350 residents attended the City’s inaugural forum on the current site and address functionality issues, desired changes and other recommendations to provide the most resident friendly website possible,” City Manager Anthony J. Snipes said. “Our Comprehensive Plan, our roadmap for future growth and development, has been receiving input for more than a year from residents across all demographics and from our Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee,” Snipes

added.

“The Plan has been completed and is now in need of final resident review and resident approval.”

Volunteer opportunities are available for this event; interested residents may contact Media Relations Specialist Cory Stottlemyer at cstottlemyer@missouricitytx.gov or by phone at 281.403.8532.

Residents can fill out a volunteer application on the City’s website at: bit.ly/1yQJMbm.

SMSD trustee elected to the Mexican American School Boards Association The Mexican American School Board Members Association (MASBA) conducted its election of officers and board members at its annual business meeting held February 25, 2017, at the La Quinta River-walk, San Antonio, TX during the MASBA Annual Conference and Expo.

As part of the election process, Stafford Municipal School District School Board Trustee/Board Secretary Xavier Herrera was elected to the MASBA Region 3 position.

Herrera replaces Dr. Viola M. Garcia, President, Aldine ISD and longtime MASBA Board Officer.

“I am thankful to Dr. Garcia for her service to Region 3 and hope to continue the great work conducted.” said SMSD Board Secretary Herrera.

“Today’s election also serves historically as the first time a member of the Stafford Municipal School District Board of Trustees has served on the MASBA Board of Directors.

“Xavier Herrera brings a wealth of Knowledge and experience both professionally and civically and we are pleased with the election results and look forward to working with him.” stated Kurt Hixson, MASBA Communications Director.

Xavier Herrera has served in a number of capacities in the Stafford/Houston area such as the City of Stafford’s Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman, City of Stafford’s Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee, National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Diversity Action Team Member and the Fort Bend Economic Development Council.

“Congratulations, Xavier Herrera for your commitment to MASBA. MASBA is grateful for your service and input, your experience and dedication is invaluable for the growth and advancement of MASBA as an organization and making positive changes for the students of our school districts throughout Texas,” stated Armando Rodriguez, MASBA 2017 President.

The 2016 MASBA President Irene Galan-Rodriguez (Big Spring ISD) became Im-

SMSD Trustee Xavier Herrera mediate Past-President, and President-Elect, Armando Rodriguez (Canutillo ISD) became the MASBA 2017 President.

Board Officers elected were: President Elect, Homero Garcia (South Texas ISD); Vice President, David Espinosa (Grand Prairie ISD); Treasurer (re-elected) Servando Garza, (Alice ISD); and Secretary, Willie Tenorio, (Hays CISD).

Board of Directors elected or serving an elected term for their respective MASBA regions are as follows: Ricardo Gutierrez, ( ESC Region 1); Diane Davila (Houston ISD); Xavier Herrera (Stafford MSD) (ESC Region 3); Michael Vargas (San Benito ISD); Jessica Cantu (Raymondville ISD); and, Mike Rosales (Ysleta ISD). Incumbent MASBA Board of Directors are: Anna Cortez (Manor ISD); Larry Perez (Waco ISD); and Orlando Flores (Fabens ISD).

MASBA is comprised and divided into 6 regions from the 20 recognized TEA School District Regions.

Two board members from each MASBA Region are elected to serve a three year term with the exception of Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary (these three Executive Office terms are one year,

still representing their respective MASBA Region). The office of President, President Elect and Immediate Past President, with the 12 MASBA Regional Board Members, form the 15 member MASBA Board of Directors.

The Mexican-American School Board Members Association (MASBA) is committed to helping school board members come together to find solutions, discuss legislature and current affairs as it relates to education.

Texas school districts are experiencing an unprecedented growth and in many cases may lack the understanding and resources associated with ensuring the most appropriate and effective curriculum implementation, as it directly relates to Hispanic students.

Therefore; MASBA has created a specialized, targeted conference held annually, which offers Texas school board members the opportunity to receive cutting edge training and information which will assist and equip them to better perform the duties and responsibilities of their positions.

MASBA is certified by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to provide required training sessions for which board members receive their required CEU credits.

Page 4 • INDEPENDENT • MARCH 22, 2017

WHEN MY DADDY WENT TO WAR... LETTER World War II Victory Mail or V-Mail Sugar Land

By CAROLYN BOWDEN Loneliness and homesickness were very real for servicemen and women. Mail was the primary means of communication during the war. The government created “Victory Mail� or “V-Mail�.

THE V-MAIL SYSTEM: The letter writer wrote the letter on a V-Mail form, a onesided, regular sized piece of paper with a box on the top for the receiver’s address. The letter was sent in, and after it was cleared by the censor, the mailroom photographed the page onto 16-mm black and white camera ďŹ lm. The reel of V-Mail ďŹ lm was then own or shipped to a processing center in the addressee’s general location where a copy of the letter was printed onto a piece of 5â€? x 4â€? black and white photographic paper.

This then was folded, slipped into an envelope and dropped into a mailbag for delivery.

ERRATIC MAIL DELIVERY: Mother usually received mail from Daddy once a month. Since they tried to write to each other daily, it could be lots of mail when it did arrive. Meanwhile she never knew if Daddy was okay or not because when she ďŹ nally received the V-Mails/ letters, it could be a month or longer since they were written. You would think that the military delivery to the soldiers would be more prompt.

However, delivery to areas of ďŹ ghting was extremely hazardous. Daddy writes: “No mail from you for 5 weeks or in another V-Mail, It was two months! Yet he knows and Mother knows that this 10 July 43 Dearest Darling, How, I do love you and wish so for you, more than ever. I am living day by day, never knowing if I will survive tomorrow. I intend to carry writing paper into combat and will write to you daily but will have to keep them until I get out and have a chance to post them.

Would you take my little boy and girl in your arms and give them a big hug and kiss for me and have them give you a hug and kiss from me. That will be a sample of what you will receive from me should I be able to return home.

I am thinking that you people are glad to see the invasion start and are able to have something to talk about.

I am just wondering if they started all around or was it in several points on the map of Europe. We are hoping they have, so it will be that much less on us. The only news we have is what they want us to know and I guess it is best.

Our food is fair and everything is ready for tomorrow’s last fight for some of us. My prayer is that God will con-

Bowden mail is just sitting somewhere waiting to be delivered. However, this doesn’t ease the disappointment of no word from loved ones.

EXCERPTS FROM VMAILS: Mother saved his V-Mails and letters, tucking them into a scrapbook. However, I only have the 207 he wrote between June 14, 1943 and December 21, 1944 because when my Daddy died in 1995, my Mother, without my knowledge, threw away the letters written in 1945 to 1946.

Those war years of separation and constant fear that Daddy would be wounded or killed had been extremely stressful. She was attempting to erase anything that reminded her of those years. When she told me what she was doing, I immediately urged her to box up everything Daddy had been saving all these years since he returned from the War. This enabled me to create two LARGE scrapbooks that preserved his Service to our Country. I highlighted the parts of the V-mails that

pertained to what Daddy was doing, his personal thoughts and feelings about the War, and his responsibilities while he was deployed.

Daddy’s Military Records were destroyed in a 1973 ďŹ re at the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri.

Unfortunately they cannot be reconstructed.

However, by using these 207 V-Mails, I was able to come up with an idea of where he was and his assignments during his WWll tour of duty. I know he was in France in 1945 because he mailed home a picture of him with a group of soldiers in front of the Arch of Triumph in Paris and a French newspaper clipping dated 1945. (He had submitted a Letter to the Editor and it was published.)

Fortunately, Daddy was transferred from the area of heavy ďŹ ghting to Naples, Italy and served as a Commander in the Military Police.

I never knew that he then was assigned to live in nice hotels and ate well in the oďŹƒcers’ mess. His military life at that time changed drastically and did not reect the suerings of the soldiers and their generals in the Sicily/Italy campaign.

WAR LETTERS HOME: These V-mails/letters carried the thoughts and feelings of service men and women from the front lines and gave all who read them an intimate view, at that time, of History.

To the Editor: This is in reference to the article “Sugar Land crime rate drops by 1.7 percent from 2015� published in this newspaper last week.

There are lies, damn lies and statistics and the ďŹ nal statistic of a 1.7% drop in crime given by the police department is greatly awed.

The major aw is grouping all the types of Part 1 crimes into one bucket where the crime category that numbers over a thousand greatly skews the category that numbers in the tens.

The drop in Thefts from 1239 to 1157 is a drop of 82 and this blocks out the 133%

crime statistics awed

rise from 6 to 14 in Sexual Assaults.

A slightly better way is to calculate a percentage increase or decrease in each category and then average the category percentages together.

In this case the Part 1 numbers from the table are -100%, 133%, 5%, -34%, 21%, -7% and 63% for auto theft. This averages to a 12% increase.

If we remove the -1 change in homicide due to very low data samples then the average of the categories is a 30% increase in Part 1 crime.

Doing the same averaging for the Part 2 table gives a 24% increase.

This is far dierent than the

FILM REVIEW: Beauty & the Beast

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Emma Watson Disney strikes again! They put $160 million into the production of the classic story of “Love Conquers All.� Is that still true? Are you the beauty or the beast? I’m trending toward beast, but Monique H. still loves me so I guess love does conquer all. Not; maybe.

Not sure.

But this is a beautiful movie; the sets are exquisite, music wonderful, costumes splendid, story is simple and engaging.

Director Bill Condon has done a couple of the Twilight movies and “Dreamgirls� in 2006 so he was ready to take Disney’s money and run with tinue to let me live to come back to my darling wife and babies again. Please love one

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1.7% decrease given by the police where drop in the more numerous lesser crimes covers over the increases in the more major crimes.

A better way would be to weigh each average where Homicide is X time worse than Sexual Assault and this is Y more times worse than Aggravated Assault and so on.

Unfortunately, getting the weighing factors is very subjective and not easily agreed upon. I realize that the numbers have been done this way for a long time but longevity does not make awed methods more useful.

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it. And he ran in the right direction and created a ďŹ lm that will be appealing to all sizes and shapes. This will earn a ton of money for Uncle Walt’s company.

I saw this during Spring Break on a Friday afternoon and there were big crowds and many kids and their parents.

Everybody loves a good love story that has a happy ending.

Don’t hate on me; we all know that Beauty kisses the Beast.

In this version, Harry Potter’s Emma Watson, 26, is the ideal girl from the small village who loves her daddy who

she calls “Papa.� Accent on the second “pa.�

One of the reasons that Watson is perfect as Belle is that she is not too pretty and has a charming grin and inviting eyes. Not to mention that the adult Emma Watson is an accomplished actress.

The Beast is played by Dan Stevens and he is too pretty, but not a problem because he spends 98% of the ďŹ lm in the beast costume with curved goat-like horns and covered in animalistic hair.

The extravagant costumes were colorful and inspiring.

The chorus and dancers were delightful and brought needed energy.

Just hearing the song “Beauty and the Beast� sung slowly with an orchestra gets me misty-eyed.

The music is attributed to Alan Menken The Great who you might remember won an Oscar for the musical score in the 1991 version of “Beauty and the Beast.�

Menken has won eight Oscars over a thirty-year career.

I’ve always related to Belle’s human suitor Gaston - the semi-good looking chap with a slightly demented attitude who almost gets the girl, but he is a good-timer. And he has a friend, LaFou, that hangs very close to Gaston; too close some believe. Luke Evans as Gaston and Josh Gad as LaFou were scene stealers and my pick for big winners. That is; other than Disney. And Bill Condon and Emma Watson and everyone in this fun-ďŹ lled musical that still connects with an audience in 2017.

Why? Love conquers all!

Rock ‘n Roll.

Grade 88.

Larry H. www.larryhmoviereviews. com

Fort Bend County Libraries oer free income tax help Fort Bend County Libraries will again host representatives from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), who will provide free income-tax-preparation assistance for low-income taxpayers at several locations in the Fort Bend County library system through April 18.

Income-tax forms will no longer be available at the libraries, but patrons may use the libraries’ computers and printers to download and print out the forms from the IRS website, www.irs.gov, during regular library hours. A library card is needed to use the printers, and the cost to print is 10¢ per black-and-white page.

Patrons should bring the following information to the session if possible: a photo ID; Social Security card(s) for self, spouse, and all dependents; last year’s tax return; W-2, 1099s, and any other compensation received

in 2016; unemployment compensation statements; and any other documents that are necessary to complete your return.

April’s schedules are as follows: •George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview, Richmond: Mondays, April 3, 10, 17; 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m Thursdays, April 6, 13; 10:00 am to 1:00 p.m.

Saturdays, April 1, 8; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. •Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard, Katy; Meeting Room 1: Mondays, April 3, 10, 17; 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. •Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge; Meeting Room: Mondays, April 3, 10, 17; 1:00 to 4:00 p.m Thursdays, April 6, 13; 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. •First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar

Land; Conference Room: Tuesdays, April 4, 11; 10:00 am to 2:00 p.m.

Wednesdays, April 5, 12; 10:00 am to 2:00 p.m. •Missouri City Branch Library, 1530 Texas Parkway; Meeting Room: Tuesdays, April 4, 11; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays, April 6, 13; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. •Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library, 8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear; Meeting Room: Friday, April 7; 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. •University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land; Conference Room 1: Saturdays, April 1 and 8; 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.

The income-tax-preparation assistance is free and open to the public on a ďŹ rst-come, ďŹ rst-served basis. For more information, call the library at 281-633-4734.

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NEWS

Obituary: James Brian Gaston (1948-2017) James Brian Gaston (Brian) of Sugar Land, TX, finished the time God allocated for him to serve on earth and went to be with his maker on March 16, 2017.

Brian felt that he was blessed during his life with many friends that were greatly enjoyed and appreciated. He also felt blessed with multiple opportunities to serve others.

He had a strong faith in God which helped him to navigate many challenges during his life.

Brian was born to John and Rosa Gaston in Evansville, Indiana on August 16, 1948. He grew up on a small rural farm in Central Illinois where he was a member of the Macon County 4-H Club and worked on 4-H projects while raising registered livestock for show at county and state fairs.

Brian was creative and managed to place as runner up champion for an electrical project at the Illinois state fair in one year. While in 4-H, he won a Macon County fair greased pig contest when he was in the sixth grade, A photo of he and the pig wrestling(both the same size and totally greased) was published in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch as well as other regional newspapers.

Brian attended the Warrensburg school system and, even though he was small at 120 pounds, participated in both basketball and football, played a trumpet in the marching band and starred in the senior class play.

After graduating from high school, he attended Southern Illinois University (SIU) in Carbondale, Illinois, majoring in government, history, and economics before graduating in 1971. He was also a member of the SIU college judo team for three years competing in national contests.

With the Vietnam War going full force in 1969 and a very low draft number, Brian decided to join the U.S. Navy Reserve during his final year at SIU which allowed him to finish college before he began his military service.

He participated in college graduation ceremonies on a Friday at 5 PM and at 3 PM

the next day was on his way to advanced communications security training with the U.S. Naval Security Group.

After training in communications security and Morse code at Correy Field in Pensacola, Florida, he served as a Communications Technician based at Torii Station, Okinawa until 1973 when the Vietnam War began to wind down. He continued to serve in the U.S. Naval Reserve until 1977.

Brian returned to Decatur after completing his active military service and was a high school and middle school teacher for a year before enrolling at the University of Illinois MBA program majoring in Marketing and Finance.

He graduated with an MBA in 1977 and joined the IBM General Systems Division in Houston, Texas specializing in marketing IBM’s early entries in the market for small computers and business software.

He left IBM in 1985 and was among the first employees at BMC Software based in Sugar Land, Texas. He moved to Sugar Land in 1985 where

he was a BMC Senior Account manager for major accounts in Canada and the U.S. until 2001 when he left to pursue other interests.

After he left BMC, he traveled in Europe and looked for new challenges.

In 2003, Brian along with several friends, co-founded HIPAA Solutions, LC as a consulting and software development company focused on compliance with Federal HIPAA and HITECH regulations related to the privacy and security of sensitive health information.

The company established a solid national reputation as a provider of quality software and expert consulting services for clients that included multinational corporations.

Brian had a tremendous interest in civic activism including teaching children’s Sunday school classes at Second Baptist Church in Houston beginning in the 1980’s. He frequently said working with other Christian leaders and teaching kids brought tremendous joy and fulfillment in his life. In addition to teaching,

he was one of the organizers of the Nehemiah project for citizen involvement at Second Baptist.

As a lifelong conservative and pro-life supporter, Brian was politically active in both Harris County and Fort Bend County for many years. He co-founded the Fort Bend County Taxpayers Coalition, and was a volunteer with the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce where he helped to implement its first web site and was the Economic Development Committee Chairman for a year. He helped to start the Fort Bend Men’s Republican Club in the 1980’s and was a delegate to many Republican conventions including Precinct Conventions, Senatorial District and State conventions, often serving as an official at the conventions.

His political activity ultimately resulted in him being recruited to run for the Sugar Land City Council in 1995 shortly after he served as the Foreman of a Fort Bend Grand Jury.

He served four terms on Sugar Land City Council until term limited and indicated that serving on Council with Mayor Dean A. Hrbacek in development of the Sugar Land Town Center, bringing the University of Houston campus to Sugar Land, doubling the size of the city, while reducing taxes by over 30% were the most significant accomplishments during his time on Council.

He enjoyed a variety of sports activities including basketball, weight training, sport shooting and hunting.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m on March 31, 2017 at Second Baptist Church (Chapel), 6440 Woodway Drive, Houston, Texas 77057 followed by a reception at the Church and the Interment at 2:15 p.m at Houston National Cemetery.

Many thanks to the staff of Agape Heritage Homes for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Foundation for Life, 10900 NW Freeway, Suite 112, Houston, TX 77092.

Murdersuicide in Richmond reported Detectives with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office continue their investigation into a murder-suicide that occurred in Richmond, TX. At about 10 a.m. Sunday, March 19, 2017, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a family member requesting a welfare check on Dr. Sherilyn Burroughs, 48, and Daniel Burroughs, 60.

Around 12:30 p.m. detectives made contact with Daniel Burroughs and were informed that the couple’s 4 year old daughter was safely with her maternal grandparents. Sherilyn’s whereabouts and welfare was unknown and Daniel was not giving law enforcement information on Sherilyn.

SWAT was called out to the couple’s home located at the 1400 block of River Cliff Ct, in Richmond, TX. SWAT made entry and found both Sherilyn and Daniel Burroughs deceased.

The bodies have been sent to the Galveston County Medical Examiner’s office for autopsy but we can confirm this is a murder-suicide investigation.

No motive is known at this time. The investigation is ongoing.

Richman man convicted for DWI

Jacob Daniel Flores was convicted of Driving While Intoxicated by a jury on March 16, 2017 before being sentenced by County Court at Law No. 5 Presiding Judge Ronald Cohen a day later. The 31-year old Richmond man was arrested after crashing into an off-duty police officer while driving the wrong way on Highway 90-A over two years ago.

According to Assistant District Attorney Santos Hinojosa, Flores was driving the wrong way on Highway 90-A near the Valero gas station just east of the Brazos River when he crashed into an off-duty police officer on his way to work.

When Richmond Police officers arrived, they noticed Flores’ slurred speech, red glassy eyes, and the smell of alcohol. He was belligerent; yelling at officers, and had trouble maintaining his balance. The defendant refused to undergo an intoxication evaluation and was eventually transported to the hospital.

The defendant kept apologizing and said he was just fired from his job, possibly getting a divorce, and had too much on his mind. Flores didn’t have any auto insurance and was driving without a valid driver’s license.

“I would like to thank the Richmond Police Department for removing this intoxicated, dangerous driver from our roads,” said Hinojosa, “and also the jury for holding Flores accountable with their verdict of guilty. Justice prevailed.”

Driving While Intoxicated in this case is a Class B Misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,000.

The judge assessed Flores’ punishment at 18 months’ probation, including a $1,000 fine, 64 hours of community service, a DWI education class, and attendance at a victim impact panel where offenders hear from DWI victims who survived to tell their story.

Assistant District Attorneys Santos Hinojosa and Justin Foster prosecuted the case. Attorney Brandon Ball represented the defendant.

Special Passport Fair Annie Rebecca Elliott, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is hosting a special Passport Fair as a community service and in an effort to make it easier and more convenient to apply for a U.S. passport.

When: Saturday, April 1, 2017 Where: Fort Bend County Justice Center District Clerk’s Office 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle Richmond, Texas 77469 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

No appointments are being accepted for the Passport Fair (Walk-ins only) Please visit our website at www.fortbendcountytx.gov (Department – District Clerk) to obtain information on the cost and requirements.

Please remember: *All applicants must appear in person (including minors). *Minors under the age of 16 must appear with both parents. If one parent is not available, a DS-3053 form or a notarized authorization letter from the absent parent and a copy of his/her identification (front and back) is required.

Harvest Green Celebrates National Agriculture Day March 25

Take a deeper look into the who, why and how of food production, while enjoying the festive atmosphere of a farmers market as Harvest Green celebrates National Agriculture Day, 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 25.

The event, taking place at 8939 Harlem Road during the Richmond community’s regular weekly market, encourages the public to meet the farmers and other producers responsible for the food families put on their tables.

“People are becoming more interested in and educated about the food that they put into their bodies,” said Scott Snodgrass, co-owner of Agmenity, which manages Harvest Green’s farms. “National Agriculture Day is a great reminder that we should know more about how our food and fiber products are produced.”

The day is traditionally observed on March 21, but Kathryn Graham, a Harvest Green farm educator, believes the March 25 market is the perfect venue for the celebration.

“National Agriculture Day is an opportunity for farmers to share their life’s work with the community they feed,” Graham said. “The market atmosphere already encourages conversations between producers and customers, but on this day we also will have demonstrations, fun farm facts and family-friendly activities that we hope will provide a deeper understanding.”

Beekeepers, chefs, farmers, a nutritionist and other professionals involved in food production will give presentations that further educate market-goers about the importance of knowing how their food is grown and processed. In addition to the produce grown on the community’s Village Farm, products such as breads, eggs, canned goods, and more will be available for sale. At 11 a.m., the Village Farm will host a bubble-blowing competition. The winner will will have the honor of throwing a pie in the face of a Farm Educator. All activities are free and open to the public. Visit www.harvestgreentexas.com.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 for Quail Park Replat of Reserves “E” & “F”, Precinct 1. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing.

You may contact Randy McClendon with Tejas Surveying, Inc at rsm@ mrsurveyor.com for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by, Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 for Tamarron Trace Section 1 Street Dedication, being a replat of Tamarron Lift Station Site No. 1, Precinct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing. You may contact Geoffrey A. Freeman with LJA Engineering, Inc at Gfreeman@ljaengineering.com for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 for Tamarron Trace Section 2 Street Dedication, being a replat of Tamarron Lift Station Site No. 1, Precinct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing. You may contact Geoffrey A. Freeman with LJA Engineering, Inc at Gfreeman@ljaengineering.com for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on MAY 16, 2016 by the 400th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 16DCV-231222 in favor of the plaintiffMISSION GREEN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $4,563.10 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on JANUARY 26, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- CATHERINE IHENAKWE had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 50, IN BLOCK 4 OF MISSION GREEN NORTH REPLAT, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 792/B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS COMMONLY KNOWN 16510 SALIDA DE SOL DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77083.

TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 268TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on FEB 8, 2017 in cause numbered 15-DCV-222198 styled First Colony Community Services Association, Inc.. vs. ALAN D. HOOVER AND REGINA E. HOOVER, in which a judgment was rendered on OCT 31, 2016 in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. for the sum of Eighteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty Eight Dollars and Eighty Seven Cents ($18488.87); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ.

I have levied upon the below listed property on Feb 28, 2017 and will on April 4, 2017 Tuesday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of ALAN D. HOOVER AND REGINA E. HOOVER to and in the following described Real Property LOT TWENTY EIGHT(28), IN BLOCK ELEVEN(11) OF SWEETWATER SECTION ONE (1),AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS,ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 28, PAGE 15 PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FLR MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: MARCH 7 2017 TIME: APPROX. 11:00 am BY: SGT M. KUTACH TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 for District West at Parkway Lakes Partial Replat No. 1, Precinct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing. You may contact Justin Wagner, P.E. with R. G. Miller, Inc. at JWagner@rgmiller.com for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by, Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on DECEMBER 9, 2016 by the 434th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15DCV-227808 in favor of the plaintiffMEADOWCREST COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $5,857.05 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 23, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- AUTHER G. RODGERS had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: 2207 DIAMOND CREST DR., MISSOURI CITY, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS 77489 ALSO KNOWN AS MEADOW CREST, SECOND 2, BLOCK 2 LOT 9 (THE PROPERTY) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on JULY 11, 2016 by the 400th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15-DCV-225906 in favor of the plaintiff- MISSION BEND NO. 5 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $8,391.95 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 22, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- DONALD KAUFFMAN AND CYNTHIA KAUFFMAN had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 37, IN BLOCK 32 OF MISSION BEND SECTION EIGHT (8), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 275, PAGE 110 OF THE MAP RECORDS OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS AND IN VOLUME 22, PAGE 13, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS (SAID LOT LYING WHOLLY WITHIN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS) AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN 15635 CAMINO DEL SOL DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77083.

TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on NOVEMBER 28, 2016 IN THE COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO. 4 of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 16-CCV-057875 in favor of the plaintiff- QUAIL GLEN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $3,147.02 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 14, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- JOE CLINTON DICKERSON, SR. had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT FIVE, IN BLOCK TWO OF QUAIL GLEN, SECTION ONE, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 21, PAGE 16 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 8619 QUAIL BURG LANE, MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS, 77489. (PROPERTY) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 240TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on January 12th, 2017 in cause numbered 14DCV-218741 styled Fieldstone Community Assoc Inc vs. Michael and Tanya Gamble, in which a judgment was rendered on August 25th, 2015 in favor of Fieldstone Community Assoc Inc for the sum of Ten Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Dollars and Forty Five Cents ($10,920.45); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ.

I have levied upon the below listed property on March 7, 2017 and will on April 4, 2017, Tuesday, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of Michael and Tanya Gamble to and in the following described Real Property LOT Sixteen (16), BLOCK Four (4), of Fieldstone Section One (1), an Addition in FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT NO. 200060114 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 20603 Garden Ridge Canyon, RICHMOND, TX. The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of New Fieldstone Community Assoc Inc Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FLR MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: MARCH 7 2017 TIME: APPROX. 11:00 am BY: Deputy Steel TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 for Tamarron Section 11 Partial Replat No. 1, Precinct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing. You may contact Geoffrey A. Freeman with LJA Engineering, Inc at Gfreeman@ ljaengineering.com for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on JANUARY 11, 2016 by the 434th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15-DCV-231220 in favor of the plaintiff- MISSION GREEN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $9,273.38 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on JANUARY 26, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- ALEJANDRO ALVAREZ AND ROSA D. ALVAREZ had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 17, IN BLOCK ONE OF MISSION BEND, SECTION SEVEN, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 562 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 16122 SALIDA DE SOL DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS, 77083. (PROPERTY) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on OCTOBER 18, 2016 by the 434th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 16-DCV-232196 in favor of the plaintiff- MISSION BEND SOUTH CIVIC IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $4,969.52 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 14, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- JOSE S. HERREA had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT SEVEN, IN BLOCK EIGHT OF MISSION BEND SOUTH, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 19, PAGE 12 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 16222 ALAMETOS DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS, 77083. (PROPERTY) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

Texas Miss Amazing pageant Texas Miss Amazing is a division of Miss Amazing Inc., a nonprofit organization founded in Nebraska in 2007 whose mission is to provide opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to build self-confidence through the skills learned in pageantry. Miss Amazing Inc. expanded nationwide in 2010 and the organization is now located in 30 states.

The pageant is open to girls and women with disabilities ages 5 and older. Participants show their abilities in their evening gown on stage, in an interview with judges, and as they introduce themselves to the audience.

All participants are awarded with a trophy and crown and one person from each age group is selected to represent her peers throughout the year. The only entry fee for participants is five cans or boxes of food.

These items will be donated to local food pantries by the six 2017 Texas Miss Amazing representatives. Tickets are just $5 per show. Seats are limited and may be purchased the day of event.

We accept cash, card or checks Date: March 25th 2017 Location: Sugar Land Town Square in front of City Hall Time: 2:30 to 5:30 Proceeds from the Final Show and a raffle will benefit additional opportunities for the Texas Miss Amazing participants during the year.

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CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 434TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on JANUARY 11, 2017 in cause numbered 11-DCV-191030 styled NEW TERRITORY RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC. vs.

AUGUSTUS EDET, in which a judgment was rendered on SEPTEMBER 23,2013 in favor of NEW TERRITORY RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC. for the sum of Seventeen Thousand One Hundred Thirty Three Dollars and Sixty Three Cents ($17,133.63); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ.

I have levied upon the below listed property on February 9, 2017 and will on April 4, 2017 Tuesday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of AUGUSTUS EDET to and in the following described Real Property LOT FIFTY TWO (52), IN BLOCK ONE (1), OF NEW TERRITORY PARCEL SF-38 (BRANDONS POINT), AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 1738/B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of NEW TERRITORY RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC. Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FLR MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: MARCH 7 2017 TIME: APPROX. 11:00 am BY: Deputy Steel TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on JULY 01, 2016 by the 268th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15-DCV-221722 in favor of the plaintiff- QUAIL BRIDGE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $ 5,294.46++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 14, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)KNOX DEVELOPMENT, LLC had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: THE EASTERLY PORTION OF LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK THREE (3), OF QUAIL BRIDGE, SECTION TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 25, PAGE 15, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METERS AND BOUNDS. ALSO KNOWN AS 5434 PARK RIDGE DRIVE HOUSTON, TEXAS 77053 (“THE PROPERTY”) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

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PUBLIC ONLINE AUCTION, FORT BEND COUNTY 9110 Long Street, Needville, TX. PREVIEW: Fri., 3/24/17 AUCTION ENDS: Fri., 3/31/17 (10) Slott Machines (For Amusement Purpose Only) Terms & Conditions www.lemonsauctioneers.com www.onlinepros.com #7341 (800)243-1113 OR (281)357-4977

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE CLOSING DATE OF April 11, 2017 AT 2:00 pm.

RSQ: Qualifications for a Parks Facilities Assessment RSQ # 17-183 Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the RSQ name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. RSQ’s must be delivered to the attention of the Sealed Bid Box, City of Missouri City Purchasing Office, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489, prior to the acceptance deadline. RSQ’s marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Responses are opened in public in the City Hall Council Chambers on April 11, 2017 at 2:00 pm.

Until final award of the Contract, the OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the Work otherwise when in the best interests of the OWNER. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.

RSQ 17-183 is posted for the duration, including any Addenda, at http://esbd.cpa.state. tx.us/.

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE CLOSING DATE OF April 11, 2017 AT 2:00 pm.

RSQ: Qualifications for a Skate Park Design RSQ # 17-182 Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the RSQ name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. RSQ’s must be delivered to the attention of the Sealed Bid Box, City of Missouri City Purchasing Office, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489, prior to the acceptance deadline. RSQ’s marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Responses are opened in public in the City Hall Council Chambers on April 11, 2017 at 2:00 pm.

Until final award of the Contract, the OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the Work otherwise when in the best interests of the OWNER. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.

RSQ 17-182 is posted for the duration, including any Addenda, at http://esbd.cpa.state. tx.us/.

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on JUNE 03, 2016 by the 268th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15-DCV-221733 in favor of the plaintiff- QUAIL BRIDGE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $5,107.51 ++++costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 14, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4111 day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)KNOX DEVELOPMENT, LLC had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: THE WESTERLY PORTION OF LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK THREE (3), OF QUAIL BRIDGE, SECTION TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 25, PAGE 15, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METERS AND BOUNDS. ALSO KNOWN AS 5436 PARK RIDGE DRIVE HOUSTON, TEXAS 77053 (“THE PROPERTY”) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on JULY 2, 2014 by the 400th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 13-DCV209017 in favor of the plaintiff-HUNTERS GLEN, SECTION IV ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $2,287.04 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 20, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- JOHNNY L. PARKER, JOY L. PARKER had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 76, IN BLOCK 7 OF HUNTERS GLEN SECTION IV, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 22, PAGE 26 IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 614 BEECHBEND DRIVE, MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS, 77489.

TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on MARCH 24, 2016 by the 434th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 15-DCV-225760 in favor of the plaintiff- NORTH MISSION GLEN ESTATE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $5,198.21 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on FEBRUARY 9, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of April, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)- DEANNA MARTIN had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 6, IN BLOCK FOUR OF MISSION GLEN, SECTION TEN, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 1848/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 8203 TAMAYO DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS, 77083. (PROPERTY) TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1st FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae #132 Deputy Constable

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plans for: •Rio Vista Section 3, Precinct 1 •Veranda, Section 3, Precinct 1 •Cambridge Falls, Section 9, Precinct 2 •Winfield Lakes Section 12, Precinct 2 •Pratt Park Lane and Eagles Walk in Cinco Ranch Institutional Core, Section 1 to add “No U-Turn” and “No Parking, Stopping or Standing” signs, Precinct 3 •Cinco Ranch Northwest, Section 13 to add “No Parking, Stopping or Standing” signs on Juniper Pines Lanes, Precinct 3 •Grand Vista, Sections 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, & 12, Precinct 3 •Grand Mission Estates, Sections 14, 15 & 16, Precinct 3 •Tamarron, Section 6, Precinct 3 •Lakes of Bella Terra Sections 29, 32, 33 and 34, Precinct 3 •Silver Ranch Section 10, Precinct 3 •Silver Ranch, Section 14, Precinct 3 •Harvest Green Sections 1, 4, and 5, Precinct 3 •Willow Creek Farms II, Section 6, Precinct 3 •Grand Mission Estates, Section 20, for the addition of “No Parking, Stopping, or Standing” signs on Crockett Cove Lane and Seguin Cove Lane, Precinct 4 •Riverstone North, Section 5, Pct. 4 •Aliana Clouston Avenue at Manderston Avenue Street Dedication, Precinct 4 •Windsor Estates, Section 2, Pct. 4 The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas. You are invited to attend and state your approval or objection on this matter.

Submitted by, Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk

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AUTOMOBILE: Toyota Highlander Hybrid

By BARBARA FULENWIDER The 2017 Toyota Highlander comes with more power, more safety features and more model choices. For the 2017 models, the Highlander’s value is enhanced by an array of technologically advanced safety, performance and convenience features added as standard equipment, enhanced styling, and competitive pricing.

The Highlander Hybrid, which was the test drive model, adds two additional entrylevel grades – LE and XLE -- to the Limited and Premium models. Toyota now manufacturers 12 hybrid models and is the most of any vehicle manufactuer world wide.

The Highlander is among numerous Toyotas that have Toyota Safety Sense P(lus) driver-assist technology as standard.

Using millimeter-wave radar and a monocular camera sensor to detect a preceding pedestrian, a preceding vehicle, and visible lane markers in the surrounding area,

TSS-P can help drivers identify obstacles and automatically apply braking if necessary to help mitigate or avoid collisions.

The system includes the precollision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist function, radar cruise control and

automatic high beams.

The Highlander V6 has steadily made strides in performance and for 2017 has a 3.5-liter injection V6 that makes up to 295 horsepower and 263 lb.-ft. of torque for an increase of 25 hp and 15 lb.-ft.

The new V6 is also the base en-

gine for the Highlander Hybrid and features dual VVT-i.

The V6 Toyota Highlander now has a new direct shift eight-speed automatic transmission that benefits acceleration.

Fuel economy for the allwheel drive Highlander Hybrid

is 29 mpg in town and 27 on the highway.

The Highlander XLE grade and above gets a standard blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert. The thirdgeneration Highlander seats up to eight. Inside the Highlander added four USB ports for a total of five.

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid economic power system pairs its hybrid synergy drive system to the new DirectInjection 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with a high-torque electric drive motor-generator that produces 306 total system horsepower.

The Highlander Hybrid gets 29 mpg in city driving and 27 on the highway for a 28 mpg average. It uses 3.6 gallons per 100 miles.

All Highlander Hybrid models come equipped with electronic on-demand allwheel-drive with intelligence as standard.

Instead of transfer gears and a driveshaft to the rear wheels, this system has a second, in-

dependent electric motor to drive the rear wheels and help maintain optimal traction.

The suggested retail price for the 2017 Highlander gas models will range from $30,630 for the LE four-cylinder 2WD model to $46,260 for the Limited Platinum V6 AWD, an average increase of $1,165.

With all of its added standard equipment, the MSRP for the Highlander Hybrid models range from $36,270 for the LE V6 AWD to $47,880 for the Limited Platinum V6 AWD and is an average decrease of $2,746.

The Highlander has always been a joy to drive and still is. This year’s model also has improved good looks and more standard equipment. It is also a great runabout for city driving and pure pleasure on the highway.

If you are in the market for a mid-size SUV, I highly recommend taking a test drive in either the gasoline or hybrid Highlander or both.

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ALL LEADERS IN THEIR SPECIALTIES. ALL HERE FOR YOU. Top specialists at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital provide you with the leading-edge technology, innovative treatments and world-class care you have come to know and trust from Houston Methodist.

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Houston Methodist Gynecologic Oncology Associates 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 450, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.0359 Dr. Tarrik Zaid

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Neurology Associates 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 600, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.6052 Dr. Carisa Liew Dr. Larry Tran Epilepsy and Seizures Neurophysiology Dr. Rony Ninan Dr. Toby Yaltho Neurology Movement Disorders Dr. Eddie Patton Jr. Neuromuscular Disorders

Houston Methodist Oncology Partners 16659 SW Frwy., Suite 131, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.6669 Dr. Jorge Darcourt Dr. Sindhu Nair

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Houston Methodist Cancer Center – Radiation Oncology

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16655 SW Frwy., Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.671.9617 Dr. Clive Shkedy

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Dr. Vincent Phan Dr. David Braunreiter Hand and Upper Extremity Primary Care Sports Medicine Dr. Kenneth Renney Sports Medicine Dr. Ashvin K. Dewan Knee and Shoulder Dr. Timothy Sitter Knee and Shoulder Dr. D. Dean Dominy III Hand and Upper Extremity Dr. Mark Vann II Foot and Ankle Dr. Carl Hicks Joint Replacement Dr. Karl Vega-Lelkes Spine Surgery Dr. Mark Maffet Knee and Shoulder Dr. Jeffrey Wood Spine Surgery Dr. Eddie Matsu Joint Replacement * Dr. Nader Ayub Primary Care Sports Medicine Office hours available in Sugar Land and Missouri City

Houston Methodist Podiatry Associates 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 410, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.1649 Dr. Nicholas Desai

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Houston Methodist Institute for Reconstructive Surgery 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 450, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.6323 Dr. Pierre Chevray Breast Cancer Reconstruction

Houston Methodist Rheumatology Associates 16659 SW Frwy., Suite 235, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.201.5938 Dr. Susan Mathew Dr. Angela McCain

Houston Methodist Surgical Associates 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 450, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.763.2502 Dr. Timothy Oppermann Dr. Ashish Saharia Dr. Michael Yaakovian Dr. Nabil Tariq Bariatric Surgery 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 430, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.668.9824 Dr. Ali Mahmood Colorectal Surgery

Houston Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates – Vein Clinic 16605 SW Frwy., Suite 505, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281.882.3130 Dr. Ulises Baltazar Schedule online at houstonmethodist.org/appointments

Visit houstonmethodist.org/spg for a detailed list of services and physician bios, or call 281.274.7500 for a physician referral.

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SPOTLIGHT Cullinan Park Conservancy hires Angie Wierzbicki

Angie Wierzbicki at Cullinan Park’s popular boardwalk.

Photo credit: Cheryl Marti.

Cullinan Park Conservancy polish this natural jewel, the Park, (CPC) recently welcomed Angie for Sugar Land residents and the Wierzbicki as its first Executive greater Fort Bend and Houston communities, not to mention the Director.

Wierzbicki officially assumed flora and fauna that call the Park home.” the part-time role on Feb.15.

Previous to CPC, Wierzbicki “The Conservancy board is excited to take this next step with the was Executive Director of Fort organization and for this position Bend Cares Foundation. She is to be filled by Angie,” said Gary also a graduate of the LeaderTuma, CPC President. “As the ship for Nonprofit Excellence Conservancy has now surpassed class, organized by the Fort Bend $1 million in funding received Chamber of Commerce and The for the Park, we needed a leader George Foundation. Before rewho will be able to build upon the ceiving her Master’s Degree in 2007, Wierzbicki served two small volunteer board’s efforts.”

Wierzbicki’s background years in the Peace Corps in Mauniquely positions her for this lawi, Africa, working on environrole. With a Master’s Degree in mental health projects, and earned Recreation, Park and Tourism her Bachelor’s Degree in BroadAdministration, focusing on com- cast Journalism at the University munity development and nature- of Southern California.

Joseph S. and Lucie H. Culbased tourism, and almost 10 years of experience in leadership linan Park at Oyster Creek (aka positions at nonprofits, Wierz- Cullinan Park) consists of 754 bicki plans to advance the Con- acres, west of Addicks-Howell servancy’s fundraising outcomes, Road, just north of Sugar Land build on the relationship between Regional Airport on Highway 6.

Cullinan Park Conservancy the Conservancy and the City of Sugar Land, and guide park proj- was created in 2010 to enhance and protect the natural beauty of ects per the board’s goals.

“I am humbled and honored Cullinan Park. For more informato serve the Conservancy and the tion visit www.cullinanparkconcommunity in this capacity,” Wi- servancy.org. erzbicki shared. “We are poised to

Carrie Fix Named Child Advocate of the Year Carrie Fix was named Child Advocate of the Year for 2016 at Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s Annual Volunteer Celebration held March 2, 2017 at Sweetwater Country Club.

The event was attended by more than 175 volunteers, community partners and staff.

“Carrie exemplifies the ultimate in volunteerism to the agency – ‘going above and beyond’, donating her time, her talent and support across many different areas to make a lasting difference for children,” according to Child Advocates of Fort Bend Chief Executive Officer Ruthanne Mefford.

“In every way, Carrie has been a friend of our agency, a dedicated advocate for the children and a humble and selfless servant.”

Other honorees at the volunteer celebration included Margie Adolph and Sue Crookson (CASA Volunteers of the Year), Dorothy Huang (Children’s Advocacy Center Volunteer of the Year), and James Steenbergen (Voices for Children Ambassador of the Year).

Suzy Morton was the recipient of the inaugural Mariel Barrera Champion for Children Award.

The Award was re-named in honor of long time employee Mariel Barrera who passed away earlier this year.

To see a list of all of the honorees or to learn more about volunteer opportunities with Child Advocates of Fort Bend, go to www.cafb.org.

Child Advocates of Fort Bend is a non-profit agency dedicated to providing a voice, healing the hurt and breaking the cycle of child abuse in Fort Bend County.

Through its Court Appointed Special Advocates Program

(CASA), Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) and more than 200 trained community volunteer advocates - Child Advocates improves the lives of more than 400 children each month.

The agency’s annual gala and auction raises much needed funds to support its programs for abused and neglected children.

Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s Gala Le Cirque, A Whimsical Fantastical Ball will be held April 29th at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square.

To attend the Gala, become a sponsor or for more information go to https://www.cafb. org/events/gala/ or contact Carrie Fix, left, and Child Advocates of Fort Bend CEO Ruthanne Lisa Moore at 281-344-5108 or Mefford. Fix was honored as Child Advocate of the Year during lmoore@cafb.org the agency’s annual Volunteer Banquet. Photo by Sue Lockwood

George Foundation helps Autism Advocacy in Fort Bend Hope For Three, a local non-profit and autism advocates is excited to partner once again with philanthropic powerhouse, The George Foundation.

The partnership, which began in 2012, will continue Hope For Three’s impact in the community through operating grants, the expiation of program staff and general support.

Hope For Three has also been honored to be part of The George Foundation’s Youth in Philanthropy Program whereby students in Fort Bend County assist local non-profits with various projects. This year, YIP and Hope For Three created an autism awareness campaign that fo- Pictured left to right are Quynh-Anh McMahan, grant officused on providing local busi- cer at The George Foundation and Darla Farmer, Hope For nesses to assist patrons of the Three, Founder and Executive Director. autism community. volunteer opportunities visit Hope For Three has beenFor information on Hope www.hopeforthree.org or call providing help and creating For Three’s programs, out- 281-245-0640. hope for autism families since reach efforts, sponsorship and 2011.

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