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Missouri City earns Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

This year, the Government Finance Officers Association of U.S. and Canada (GFOA) has awarded Missouri City with the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 32nd consecutive year. The international association noted that the award “reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.” To achieve this award, Missouri City has to meet nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation that are designed to assess how well a government entity’s budgets serves as a: •Policy document •Financial plan •Operations guide •Communications device Missouri City was rated “proficient” in all four categories, meeting all 14 mandatory criteria within each category, to receive this award. The GFOA services the needs of nearly 19,000 appointed and elected local, state and provincial-level government officials and other finance practitioners. The Association produces publications, training programs, services and products designed to enhance the skills and perfor-

best budget policies and procedures.”

WCJC announces Associate Nursing Degree graduates

Good Bond Rating

Snipes mance of those responsible for government finance policy and management; the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Awards Program is the only national awards program in governmental budgeting. “Stewardship of public funds is a top City priority and staff’s excellent fiscal management helps us to be proactive in preparing to meet the financial challenges of today and tomorrow,” said City Manager Anthony J. Snipes. “This industry award is indicative of the Show Me City’s dedication to creating, implementing and following the

“Another fiscal highlight we’re proud of is that “Moody’s Investors Service has also assigned an Aa2 rating to Missouri City’s $15.2 million dollar General Obligation Bonds, Series 2017, which reflects the City’s sizeable and growing tax base, its healthy reserve levels maintained by solid financial performance and policies, and its above average – but manageable – debt burden,” Snipes said. According to Moody’s report, the City “will continue to experience growth given its location within the Houston metro area. Located about 20 miles southwest of downtown, the City’s tax base has experienced five consecutive years of growth to reach a sizeable $5.95 billion for fiscal year 2017.” As of Fiscal Year 2017, Missouri City’s values in their Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones totaled $497 million, which leaves a net base for City operations and debt service at $5.46 See AWARD, Page 3

Wharton County Junior College is pleased to announce the recent graduation of 23 students from its Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing program. The graduates pictured front row left to right include: Chloe Heffner of Wharton, Jeannie Jones of Katy, Sharday Arjona of Jacinto City, Laura Galvin of Wharton, Graciela Ortiz of Wharton, Toni Cartwright of Bay City, Jasmine Marks of Missouri City, Haley Barnett of Blessing. Graduates pictured middle row left to right include: Alyssa Vargas of Bay City, Emily Velarde of Rosenberg, Adrienne Lewis of Missouri City, Jade Gillis of Wharton, Coretta Stevens of Sugar Land, Meagan Aguilar of Wallis, Kristan Harr of Palacios, Dana Gamble of Katy. Graduates pictured back row left to right include: Laura Brand of Sugar Land, Latessa Johnson-Lund of Garwood, Steven Gay, Jr. of Houston, Ramses Conner of Richmond, Sarah Emmons of Wallis, Cody Miller of Rosenberg. Not pictured: Melissa Glenn of Wharton. For more information, visit wcjc.edu or call (979) 532-6391.

Indo-American Charity Foundation awards $35,000 in scholarships to 26 area students

Twenty-one out of 26 cholarship recipients from Fort Bend, Stafford and Alief ISDs were present at the award ceremony hosted by the Indo-American Charity Foundation at the FBISD Administrative Annex Building in Sugar Land on May 30. Above, elected officials and IACF officers pose with the students for a group picture. In the second row, FBISD Trustee KP. George, left, Sugar Land Councilman Himesh Gandhi, SMSD Trustee Xavier Herrera, Stafford Councilman Ken Mathew, IACF ex-president Ramesh Cherivirala, IACF President Vanitha Pothuri, Sugar Land Councilman Harish Jajoo, Fort Bend County District Attorney John Healey and Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls. Scholarship recipients, sitting, Yazan Abuashour, left, (AISD), Miguel Robles, (FBISD) and Leonardo Flores (AISD); Standing, front, Maite Ramos (FBISD), David Raj Memorial Award recipient, left, Helena Sutton (FBISD), Minnu Augustine (FBISD), Debbie Tran, (FBISD) and Jannelly Areche (AISD). Rear, Pauline Umyhoza (AISD), right, Veronica Lopez,(FBISD), Deja Gardiner (SMSD),Z’Nae Magnum (FBISD), Saraiah Walker (FBISD), Faith Jhonson( FBISD), Jessica Garcia (FBISD), Stassney Brown (FBISD), and Sharde Shorter (FBISD); Back, Chioma Duru, (AISD), left, Meyer Wilson Doe (FBISD), Isabella Galegos (FBISD), and Emily Dycha (FBISD).(Roy Photography) By SESHADRI KUMAR ity include Casa De Esperenza, awards represent one of IACF’s help, IACF wants to expand its fighting hunger. ties in these areas. The Indo-American Charity Today, the charity has Child Advocates of Fort Bend, Dr. Vanitha Pothuri, president four pillars or core mission, services to include hands-on Foundation of Houston, in its of IACF, in her remarks dur- namely education. evolved into a multi-faceted or- Fort Bend Women’s Center, volunteer time, Pothuri said. 30 years of existence, has been ing the scholarship award cerIACF’s annual fundarising ganization, with philanthropic Richmond State School, InThis year, 26 college-bound a bridge in philanthropy in the emony, said IACF will present students from Fort Bend, Staf- gala is set for Oct. 7 this year. efforts in healthcare, education dian American Cancer Netareas of education, family wel- its 2017 donations to about 24 ford and Alief school districts IACF was established in and human services in the great- work, Asians Against Domestic fare, healthcare and the gener- charities at an awards ceremony received scholarships totalling 1988 to give back to the local er Houston area. Abuse, Daya and Indian Senior ally needy and the organization on June 29. Some of the beneficiary Citizen’s Association, to name a community and to help the un$35,000. has been funding various chariBesides providing monetary derprivileged with a goal to organizations of ICAF char- few. The annual scholarship

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Fort Bend Education Foundation celebrates 25th anniversary

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Pictured during the 25th Anniversary Celebration are (front row, from left): Pat Houck, Past Presidents Council, Lynn Halford, FBEF Past Presidents Council, Dr. Lillian Poats, FBEF Past Presidents Council, Lisa Brettman, FBEF Past Presidents Council, Brenna Cosby, FBEF Executive Director, Bob Brown, Founding Member, Allen Jackson, Past Presidents Council, Jim Brown, FBEF Board President Frank Petras, Past President’s Council; (back row) Marsha Stein, Past Presidents Council, Claude Leatherwood, Past Presidents Council, Dr. Dennis Halford, Founding Member and Past Presidents Council, John Wantuch, Past Presidents Council, Kolbe Curtice, Past Presidents Council, John Null, Founding Member. Mission is to provide opporFort Bend Education Foun- Fluor tunities to enrich and enhance dation’s 25th Anniversary Cel- The George Foundation the quality of education for all ebration was held at the Con- Top Individual Donors Fort Bend ISD students. Lynn and Dennis Halford stellation Field on May 18. “Since its inception, the EdFrank Petras, 2017 Past Carole and Bob Brown ucation Foundation has awardPresidents Council Chairman, Manmeet and Paul Likhari ed over $33 million dollars to welcomed the gathering and In-Kind Donor Fort Bend ISD. We touch evDr. Dennis Halford, founding Chick fil A ery school in Fort Bend ISD.” board member of the founda- Johnson Development Brenna Crosby, execu- For the 2017-2018 year, FBEF tion, gave a brief history of the tive director of the FBEF an- was able to fund: foundation. Current president of the nounced the volunteers of the •268 grants totaling $407,664 for the Grants to Teachers and FBEF, Jim Brown, then an- year: They were: nounced the awards in recogSchools Program, James Patterson, Nancy •311 New Teacher Gifts totalnation of various members and organizations for their Porter ing for $21,817 Becky Walker, Barbara •$20,000 for Professional Decontributions to the FBEF. Awards were presented to Cruse velopment Grants Ronnie Escobar, and Tina •And $74,925 in Pass through the following: Hood. Board Member Service Grants Barbara Cruse was named •For a total of $524,407 this Dr. Dennis Halford 2016-17 FBISD Employee year alone, Brown said. Marsha Stein Volunteer of the Year, Ronnie “We could not do any of this Frank Petras Escobar was named 2016-17 without the generous support Pat Houck Male Volunteer of the Year from our outstanding donors, John Novak and Tina Wood, Female Vol- board members and volunteers Sam Golden unteer of the Year. Top Corporate Donors in the community,” Brown Earlier, Brown said, “Our said. Schlumberger

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NEWS At-large citywide Town Hall meeting Lamar Educational Awards set for Tuesday, June 20 Foundation beneďŹ ts from “Surf’s Upâ€? All residents are invited to attend a City Town Hall Meeting with At-Large Position 1 Councilmember Jerry Wyatt and City Manager Anthony Snipes on Tuesday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on the second oor of City Hall, 1522 Texas Pkwy. The meeting will feature discussions on the Fiscal Year 2018 General Fund Budget; an overview of the Community Center renovations, introductions of newly hired executive team members, and updates on the Missouri City Library expansion and Houston Community College’s future grand opening of the Center for Entrepreneurship, Technology & Health, which is adjacent to City Hall. Then, on Tuesday, June 27, City Manager Snipes will moderate a Youth Town Hall

City Manager Anthony Snipes, left, and At-Large Position 1 Councilmember Jerry Wyatt.— Courtesy of Missouri City Meeting in Council Chambers. This forum will be a great opportunity for sta to receive input and feedback from our future leaders on municipal operations, the Municipal Volunteer Program and social me-

dia initiatives. For more information on both events or to RSVP, call HOA Liaison Kelly Matte at 281.403.8500 or email her at Kelly.Matte@missouricitytx. gov.

Duran-Reyes named Staord MSD’s teacher of the year Rookie Teachers of the Year Awards presented by Primary-Claudia Orduna Middle-Marissa Vanison High-Megan Thompson District Teachers of the Year presented by Dr. Bostic Elementary Teacher of the Year-Ileana Duran Reyes Secondary Teacher of the Year-Camille Merck Group One Presentation of the Car Lease AwardRepresentative from dealership will be called to the stage for brief presentation. District Teacher of the Year preseted by Dr. Bostic Ileana Duran Reyes

Duran-Reyes was congratulated by Staord MSD Superintendent Dr. Robert Bostic, SMSD Board Secretary Xavier Herrera, her Classroom Teaching Assistant Jasmin Sanchez and a representative from Sterling McCall Ford. by Tammy Staord Intermediate presented School Fifth Grade Bilingual Edwards Dr. Valerie Orum – Teacher Ileana Duran-Reyes was named the 2016-17 Elementary Andre Roberson – Staord Municipal School District Teacher of the Year Secondary Campus Teachers of the on Friday morning. Duran-Reyes, who has Year Awards presented by Regina Matthewsexperience as an administrator and a teacher, joined Staord Primary Ellen Bishop-Elementary MSD last year. Ileana ReyesShe was awarded a threemonth complimentary lease Intermediate Carin Williamson-Middle on a 2017 Ford Edge SUV, courtesy of Sterling McCall School Camille Merck-High Ford/Group 1 Automotive. Principals of the Year School

Library book sale

The Friends of the Missouri City Branch Library will have a huge sale on items in their annual book sale on Saturday, July 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the lobby and Meeting Room of the library, located at 1530 Texas Parkway. Items in the book sale will be greatly reduced. Gentlyused books for children and adults, magazines, videos, and cookbooks are available, and much more! The Friends organization is instrumental in funding library programs such as the children’s Summer Reading Club. Proceeds from the book sale and annual membership dues also help to underwrite the costs of special programming and various cultural events at the Missouri City Branch Library. For more information, call the Missouri City Branch Library at 281-238-2100 or the library system’s Public Information OďŹƒce at 281-633-4734.

Award From Page 1 tions and debt service at $5.46 billion. The report explains that the City’s tax base is diverse and, though it is primarily residential, the City continues to see ongoing development such as light industrial, manufacturing, and oďŹƒce space as well as retail and commercial establishments. Moody’s analysts commended the City for its signiďŹ cant developer investment in industrial spaces, including

a newly opened 129-acre industrial park, which will contribute to ongoing tax base growth. “Residential development remains strong as well, particularly in a large master-planned community,� the report noted. “Given recent trends, a favorable transportation network, and the City’s location within the Houston metropolitan area, the City will continue to experience growth in the near term.� Residents may view the full report on the City’s website: www.missouricitytx.gov.

OakBend Medical Center, who has been the presenting sponsor since 2008, had a great time at Surf’s Up. From L-R OakBend CEO Joe Freudenberger, Laura Freudenberger, OakBend Public Relations Linda Drummond, L.E.A.F. Executive Director Janice Knight and OakBend CCO Donna Ferguson. Lamar CISD teachers will umphs. After the bills were Vincek’s chicken-fried steak be busy this summer draft- paid, more than $124,000 was dinner, auctioneer Shorty Yeaing ideas for grants from the raised to underwrite teacher man, with help from Vincent Lamar Educational Awards grants for next fall! Thanks Morales, got the crowd into again to OakBend Medical a lively bidding barrage, with Foundation. The teachers can do some Center for their support in un- $103,500 bid for the 23 desserts donated by L.E.A.F supaggressive daydreaming, derwriting Surf’s Up.� “We are delighted to be a porters. knowing this year’s Surf’s Up For more information represented by OakBend Medi- community partner with the cal Center was a huge success. Lamar Educational Awards garding L.E.A.F., check out “Our beach party is becom- Foundation,� said Joe Freud- their website www.leafgrants. ing the social event of the enberger, CEO of OakBend. org or like them at Lamar year,� said L.E.A.F. President “Surf’s Up is a great event, Educational Awards Foundaa lot of fun and a pleasure to tion on Facebook or follow on Chip Sutton. Twitter @LEAFGrants. “More than 1,100 people sponsor.� After the crowd enjoyed a enjoyed dancing to the Tri-

BNI hosts visitors’ day June 8 Visitors’ Day meeting of the Big Business chapter of BNI will be held at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd, Sugar Land, TX, 77478. Registration starts at 11:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m on June 8, 2017.

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OPINION

WHEN MY DADDY WENT TO WAR...

WWII — A soldier’s meal in the field By CAROLYN BOWDEN A PUBLISHED EDITORIAL JUDGMENT: In regard to the C ration, he wrote that “they tended to such delicacies as powdered eggs, powdered milk and inedible sausage and ham,” and of the K ration, that its main course was a small can of Span, “a dish that will live in infamy.” He viewed both with terror and as “food unfit for human consumption.” While no connoisseur of good food (a person who enjoys eating) ever went into ecstasy over either the K or C ration, the editorial judgment was much too harsh. Soldiers during WWII felt an obligation to rise in defense and set the matter straight. THE “C” RATION: In 1942 this was a two-can meal; a heavy, main course can, and a lighter, second can of dry biscuits, powdered coffee or cocoa, and a few hard candies. There were only three variations of the main course; meat and beans, meat and potato hash, meat and vegetable stew. The “C” ration was an improvement over the earlier, standard field ration which usually consisted of a waxedpaper wrapped sandwich of dry bread and a slice of salami, thrown at you by the mess sergeant as you filed by. The main trouble with the “C” ration in combat, when you often had to eat it for days on end, was its weight and bulkiness. Besides being uncomfortable to carry, it was almost impossible to stuff a two-day supply of cans into an already crowded backpack. The “K” RATION: Appeared about the same time in 1942, were more suited to the demands of combat since they were one-unit meals neatly packaged into a double cardboard carton about the size of a Cracker Jack box. The outer cardboard layer was heavily waxed and waterproofed and could serve as a container for liquid if necessary, or burned to heat whatever needed to be heated. They were light and compact, and a day’s ration of three boxes could easily be packed or stashed away into some pocket. The early “K” rations came in two varieties; a breakfast ration with a small, flat can of congealed powdered eggs with ham bits, and a dinner ration with a similar can of deviled ham or chicken pate. In addition, each package contained three oblong, hardtack biscuits, a small “D” bar of rock-like chocolate, powdered coffee or lemon drink or bouillon, some sugar, and a flat package of four cigarettes (Usually Wings, Avalon’s or Twenty Grands). SPAM: No such ingredients as powdered milk, sausage, ham, or Spam (a canned food product consisting especially of pork formed into a solid block) ever appeared in the “K” and “C” rations consumed in 1942 and 1943. As to Spam being unfit to eat, the soldiers at that time, disagreed. They now remember it with much affection; a slightly warmed, inch slab of

(C & K Rations)

Bowden Spam was the delectable treat they looked forward to once a week. On Thanksgiving and Christmas there would be TWO slices. Compared with worm-eaten potatoes and a watery stew of horsemeat scraps, tough cabbage leaves and rotting kohlrabi (German turnip or cabbage – round ball of leaves like a cabbage), Spam was delicious…but it came out of Red Cross parcels – not “K” and “C” rations. BEATING THE MONOTONY: There were times in combat when, for two or three weeks in a row, they are nothing but “C” or “K” rations. All soldiers were gripers and combat infantrymen were no exception. There was a monotony of “C” and “K” rations, but even the soldiers would come up with ways to beat the monotony. A small, carrying-size pot that had been “liberated” from some vacated peasant house, kept an onion or two always in your pack, scrounged whatever else you could find in the gardens or fields: peppers, fennel (a plant from parsley family, having feathery leaves and small yellow flowers), tomatoes, horse beans (a plant, Vicia faba, native to the Old World, bearing large pods containing edible seeds), garlic, a REAL egg occasionally and with a little heat, ingenuity, and a main course can, could concoct a very appetizing meal. CALORIES: “C” rations consisted of canned meat and vegetables, packed in preservatives, along with hard biscuits. “C” rations provided 3800 calories a day in battle conditions when it wasn’t possible to set up a mess hall. The army had to keep an inventory of the stuff, and its shelf-life was limited. So at the end of that shelf life, the troops either ate it or let it cycle into the trash bin while they hitch-hiked into a town close by for REAL food. SUFFERING SCURVY: Problems of feeding troops in the field has haunted armies. Civil War soldiers carried a water-and-flour biscuit called

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“hardtack”, and they constantly suffered scurvy (deficiency of vitamin C causing swollen bleeding gums and the opening of previously healed wounds. This especially affected soldiers who were under nourished. The Army introduced the “C” ration, or combat ration, in 1938. At first, a day’s portion added almost six pounds to soldiers’ packs. They took an immediate dislike to its taste. MORE PROBLEMS AROSE: The cans would rust. Labels would fall off, leaving a soldier to guess what each can held. The army came out with an improved “C” ration—somewhat lighter—in 1944, but it still had to fight off a lingering unsavory reputation. The Army then created a lighter field ration. That resulted in an even lesser appetizing, but better in combat situations. In 1942 a physiologist named KEYS pioneered the “K” ration. Whether or not the “K” reflected Keys’s name, is unknown. But the lemonade powder in the “K” ration was so acidic that it was reported to work better as a floor cleaner than as a drink. FEEDING AN ARMY: This is a terrible challenge. Problems of weight and packaging are vastly magnified on a battle field. Grocery stores supply food to kitchens; combat rations have to be ready for use in an open field. Cafeterias feed hundreds, armies feed thousands. It is no wonder that soldiers would sing the following song: “Oh the coffee in the Army, They say it’s simply fine It’s good for cuts and bruises, And it tastes like iodine.” RESOURCES FOR THIS COLUMN: Author Unknown NEXT COLUMN: “November 1943 to December 1943”

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Commitment to sidewalk repair/replacement By FLOYD EMERY In 2014 the Citizens of Missouri City approved a Bond Referendum whereby Sidewalk repair/replacement was identified as one of the recipients of funds from the Bond Issue. Further, in fiscal year 2016 additional funds were also earmarked by the City Council for that purpose. Collectively approximately $2 million was committed to Sidewalk Repair/Replacement all of which is now available for use in calendar year 2017. The scope of this activity is widespread across all Missouri City Districts and each District has been allocated a specific amount of funds for this purpose. City Staff provided several options in which each District Council Member could select the option they deem as best for their District. In the case of District D the option selected was to complete all open work order requests (primary) with no regard as to their location or subdivision within the District. Further, as the primary projects are completed it is anticipated there may be unused $ which would then be used to address areas (secondary) in the District that appear to be in major need of remediation. The other District Council Members have begun the process of determining how they will utilize the $ made available to their District, so stay tuned for their communica-

Emery tions. The good news is that we will begin a process to meet our commitment to address sidewalk repair and most important, one that will return resident tax $ back into their community for District based sidewalk repairs. Following are the primary and secondary locations within District D where these $ will be applied: Primary Locations Creekmont South - 1 Open work order Section 2 Lake Olympia - 30 Open work orders Crescent Oak Village Sections 1, 3, 6 Harbor View Village Section 2 Lakeshore Forest Estates Section 1 Mustang Crossing Section 1 Oyster Creek Place Sections 1, 5 Oyster Creek Village Sections 1, 2 Palmer Plantation Sections 1, 2 Parkview Village Sections 1, 2 Sunrise Bay Section 1 The Peninsulas Sections 1, 2 Villa Del Lago Sections 1, 2

Quail Valley East – 56 Open work orders Sections 2, 4, 5 Quail Valley – 15 Open work orders QV Glenn Lakes Section 3 QV Thunderbird Sections 1, 2 QV Thunderbird Patio Homes Sections 1, 2 QV Thunderbird West Courtyard Section 1 Waterbrook West -1 Open work order Section 1 Secondary Locations (if repair $ available) Creekmont South Sections 1, 3 Lake Olympia Villa Del Lago QV Thunderbird West Courtyard Lake Olympia Oyster Creek Place With available funds in hand our City Public Works staff will begin to map out a repair schedule that will take efficiency and contractor availability into consideration with the goal of maximizing the repair $ available. While there are many factors that will dictate our schedule and pace, the goal is to have the primary location repairs in District D completed by calendar year end 2017. Any questions or comments may be directed to the attention of: Floyd Emery, Mayor Pro Tem Missouri City Council Member District D femery@missouricitytx.gov

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By BASIL HOUSEWRIGHT In addition to ensuring that your home has working smoke detectors, one of the most important safety items you should have in your home are fire extinguishers. Experts recommend that you have at least two fire extinguishers close to an exit, one near the kitchen and another in your garage. If your home or property includes a workshop, it’s a good idea to have a fire extinguisher there as well. When choosing a fire extinguisher and deciding where to keep it in your home, consider these A-B-Cs. CLASS A extinguishers are best for putting out fires involving wood, paper/cardboard, or plastics. CLASS B is designed for fires started by flammable liquids: grease, kerosene, oil or gas. CLASS C extinguishers are for electrical fires, such as those that involve outlets, circuit breakers, or electrical equipment. The good news is that you don’t have to buy three separate extinguishers. Most common household fire extinguishers are effective for all types of fires, and are rated ABC. Once you have made the

Housewright purchase, you should routinely check to be sure it is charged and operational. When it comes time to use an extinguisher, you don’t want to have to think about it twice. So why not include a practice session for each family member the next time you practice your escape plan? PASS is a simple tip for how to use an extinguisher: •P — PULL the pin, with the nozzle pointing away from you. •A — AIM low, pointing at the fire’s base. •S — SQUEEZE the lever slowly. •S — SWEEP evenly side-toside. Don’t forget the importance of practicing your escape plan regularly! To learn more about fire safety, check out these websites:

Around The Neighborhoods II A collection of columns written by Caroline Bowden and published in Fort Bend Independent 2015-2016. $15 Hard Cover. Order your copy today. Write your check to Carolyn Bowden Mail to: 2815 Cypress Point Drive, Apt # 4204, Missouri City, TX 77459. Include your phone # and Email address. Call 832-770-9087 carolynvbowden@aol.com

•This Old House: How to Choose and Use Fire Extinguishers - https://www. thisoldhouse.com/ideas/howto-choose-and-use-fire-extinguishers •Ready.gov: Home Fires https://www.ready.gov/homefires •National Fire Protection Association: Safety Tip Sheets - http://www.nfpa.org/publiceducation/resources/safetytip-sheets Home fires can be deadly so a plan for safety and ability to quickly react if a fire breaks out is important and can save lives. Ever year homes burn especially during warm, dry summers and around 4th of July fireworks festivities. Basil Housewright is manager of Texans Insurance & Financial Group, Inc a local Independent Insurance Agency operating in Sugar Land since 1991. He can be reached at (281) 277-7800, Fax (281) 277-7801, E-Mail – basil@ texansinsure.com. Visit www. texansinsure.com.

Temple sets senior picnic Temple Beth El of Missouri City will welcome seniors (Age 50+) of all faiths for fun, food, and fellowship at their annual “indoor” picnic July 2nd. at the Temple on 3900 Raoul Wallenberg, Missouri City. The 1 p.m. event will feature a kosher picnic meal of: hot dogs, vegetarian beans, corn on the cob, potato salad, coleslaw, watermelon, pie, and ice tea all for $ 6 per attendee. Skits, songs, and fellowship will make up the event’s program. Deadline for reservations is June 21 (Wed.) and can be made via Barbara Zack by phone to 281 499 3345 or mail to 2602 Creekway Circle, Missouri City, Tx 77458.

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GUEST COLUMN Missouri City’s trash can policy: Environment vs enforcement By NOEL PINNOCK My parents always told me as I was growing up to choose my battles wisely and it is to that extent I am taking on this battle to ensure our city does right by all its residents as it pertains to Code of Ordinances § 9.14. – Trash Disposal Regulations, which carries a violation ďŹ ne of $275. As I sat in my arraignment in May 2017, I overheard the prosecutor talking to a a number of defendants with the same violation and was taken aback because the State’s prosecutor would negotiate with the defendant to accept a ďŹ ne reduction just to make the problem go away. In many instances, it would require them to pay at least half of the ďŹ ne or approximately $137 plus court fees. I was internally outraged when I saw an elderly lady, about 65-70 years of age; state that she just wanted it to be over. Not knowing the details of her case, one can only assume that this senior citizen may have placed her big blue trash can in an area that is accessible to her given her age and physical limitation but visible from a private or public roadway. According to § 9.14 of the Code of Ordinances, solid waste or a solid waste receptacle not placed for collection shall be located inside of a building or in a trash disposal area. Trash disposal areas shall be allowed in all districts according to the rules contained herein. Residential zones. A trash disposal area shall be screened from view from public or private roadways when viewed from a height of six feet above ground level. If screened by fencing, such fencing shall comply with the fencing standards set forth in section 14 of the City of Missouri City Zoning Ordinance, as applicable. Additionally, the Ordinance does provide a defense for residents who are ďŹ ned if the trash can is placed in the rear of the residence (normally with picket fence dividing property) or to the side of the residence in which a majority of the lots of record have one or more acres with no more than three big, blue trash cans visible from public or private roadways If you don’t recall, in May

2010, 54.57, percent of voters cast ballots in support of the consolidated municipal trash program. The following August, Missouri City Council Members voted to approve the establishment of a Municipal Solid Waste Program. Then, on Nov. 1, the transition to a consolidated program began with the implementation of a Council-approved ďŹ ve-year contract with Republic Services. The seven-year agreement with WCA was authorized by City Council on July 20, 2015 and is for residential (Ordinance No. O-15-46), commercial (Ordinance No. O-15-47) and municipal solid waste and recyclable collection materials. Shortly after the distribution of the big, blue trash cans the city code enforcement began to ramp up and warnings were issued to residents for those trash cans that remained curbside after the collection cycle was completed. This continued until someone realized that citing can be big business and a stricter amendment to the enforcement was implemented without much public dialog. Essentially, code enforcement oďŹƒcers can allegedly tape a warning on your door or entry way and if you happen to pick it up and read it and mitigate the violation then you will not be harassed any longer. Sounds fair and above par but here are the rubs – many never see or read the warnings because the code enforcement oďŹƒcer doesn’t engage the resident or is the resident required to sign the warning conďŹ rming acknowledgement. When you look at the warning, it looks similar to street marketing yer or door knocker. So how can you address an issue that you are not aware is a violation? Needless to say, I received a summons to appear in court with a note that if I failed to show, a warrant will be issued for my arrest. Seems like a Ponzi scheme to say the least because the revenue the city collects from these ďŹ nes is added to a budget where the residents already contribute 63% of the city’s bottom-line. The data clearly shows a growing trend that is adding thousands of dollars to the city’s coers. Consider

the following at a ďŹ ne rate of $275 excluding court fees: •In 2014, there were 695 BIG BLUE TRASH CAN violations that generated approximately $191,125 in revenue •In 2015, there were 1,602 BIG BLUE TRASH CAN violations that generated approximately $440,550 in revenue •In 2016, there were 2,529 BIG BLUE TRASH CAN violations that generated approximately $695,475 in revenue Over the last three years, trash can violations spiked over 350% and have been the #1 code violation in three consecutive years of 23 potential codes. As a result, the city hired 3 more code enforcement ofďŹ cers, 2 supervisors, and continues to practice the site and unseen ďŹ ne protocol. One would wonder why wouldn’t the city seeing this ballooning trend would promote an information campaign to better understand the circumstances surrounding some of these exceptions and not relegate residents to carve out time to appear in court when a phone call could have saved the city time and money. In talking to neighbors, I found that there are several legitimate reasons that the cans are not screened: •Elderly residents cannot drag and pull the big blue trash can due to physical limitations •Residents living on golf course, open areas, acreage lots can’t avoid the trash cans from being seen no matter where you place them •Residents garages can’t properly stow the trash can •Residents never received a warning to address the alleged trash can violation. I support the collection of revenue for my city but not on the backs of poor and limitedincome people and certainly when the revenue is predicated on taxation without representation. I urge my residents to talk with your city council member and urge them to repeal and replace the ordinance because it isn’t a one size ďŹ t all and if you are not awoke, then you will awaken to a summons to appear in court for not taking out your trash. Email me at noelpinnock@ gmail.com if you have any comments.

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Name the new Harvest Green ‘kids’ Choosing the perfect name for youngsters can be tricky, which is why Harvest Green is asking the public for help naming its newest “kids.â€? The nameless newcomers are four baby Nubian goats. Since their arrival at Harvest Green’s Village Farm in April, the community has been trying to decide what to name them. “It’s been a joy to introduce our new baby goats to the community,â€? said Kathryn Graham, Farm Educator for Harvest Green. “Baby goats are called kids and these little ladies are both playful and energetic. Now that they are getting older, it’s time to name them and we’re asking people to vote for the names they like the best. We can’t wait to start calling them by name!â€? Graham posted headshots of the goats, with personality descriptions, on the Harvest Green Facebook page. Residents were asked to submit names for each goat. The top three names have been posted online at www.harvestgreentx. com/name_our_goats. Voting begins June 12 and will last for two weeks. The winning names will be announced on June 26. “We’ve had some very clever submissions,â€? said Shay ShaďŹ e, general manager for Harvest Green. “It’s been wonderful getting to know these babies. Our residents have been scrambling for opportunities to feed and socialize with the kids. They even had an opportunity to excerise with them during an adorable goat yoga class.â€?

Harvest Green has several new kids on the block — four goats who now live at the community’s Village Farm. The public can name the goats, who helped intensify a recent yoga workout in Harvest Green, starting June 12 on the community website, www.harvestgreentexas.com. The goats aren’t the only new additions. Baby chickens began chirping in the community’s new amenity center, The Farmhouse, in midMay before being moved into their new coop in the Village Farm. A collaboration with the KCAM Contemporary Art

Museum Fort Bend has produced a large mural on one of the farm sheds, with the promise of more art to be scattered throughout the community. Homes in Harvest Green are priced from the $240,000s. For more information, visit www.harvestgreentexas.com.

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Hubenak Team Two, beginning in lower left corner and working clockwise, Michelle Akpan - 5th Grade, Sidney Nguyen - 5th Grade, Caleb Helmke - 3rd Grade, Valeria Vazquez - 4th Grade, Maxine Buena - 5th Grade and Jennifer Jew - 4th Grade. Twenty-two schools. Thirty- Books from the current year’s students to a variety of qualeight teams. Two-hundred-and- list. Team Two outlasted last ity literature. The goal of the forty students. Twenty books. year’s champ, Hubenak Team “Battleâ€? program is to improve student engagement in reading, Fourteen questions in “sudden One. The Texas Bluebonnet while challenging students to death overtime.â€? Award Program is a state-wide read rigorous texts within a vaOne winner. Hubenak Elementary program for students in grades riety of genres. The Lamar Educational School’s Team Two emerged 3-6. Texas librarians nominate victorious in Lamar CISD’s 20 new books each year from Awards Foundation sponsored annual Battle of the Bluebon- dierent genres to be on the the Battle, paying for transportation and lunch for the teams. net Books. Teams compete to Bluebonnet list. Its purpose is to promote This year’s Battle was held May see who can identify the most quotes from the 20 Bluebonnet free-choice reading and expose 17 at Fulshear High School.

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DULLES HIGH STUDENTS. A team of high school students from Sugar Land won 8th in the National Competition for the 2017 National Science BowlÂŽ. As a result, they received $1000 for their eorts. The students pictured are Andrew Liu, Shree Mohan, Abin Antony, Shreyas Balaji, and Anish Patel. “The National Science BowlÂŽ continues to be one of the premier academic competitions across the country and prepares America’s students for future successes in some of the world’s fastest growing fields in science, technology, and engineering,â€? said Dr. J. Stephen Binkley, Acting Director of the Department’s OďŹƒce of Science, which sponsors the nationwide competition, now in its 27th year. “Each year the DOE OďŹƒce of Science provides this unique opportunity, and I am honored to congratulate all the competitors who are advanced to the national finals, where they will continue to showcase their talents as top students in math and science.â€? The NSB brings together thousands of middle and high school students from across the country to compete in a fast-paced question-and-answer format where they solve technical problems and answer questions on a range of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, Earth and space science, physics and math.

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Colony Meadows Elementary students “Give back before they graduate”

AUTOMOBILE: Acura RDX

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Significantly enhanced for the 2016 model year, the 2017 RDX retains all the upgrades including a more powerful and fuel-efficient 3.5 liter V6 engine, ride and handling refinements, an expanded list of available AcuraWatch safety and driver-assisting technologies, restyled exterior and interior elements, more more luxury features and technologies and Acura’s signature LED projector headlamps and LED taillights. The 2017 RDX interior has premium black trim plus heated front seats, second-row air conditioning vents, a power tailgate, paddle shifters and multi-view rearview camera. The 2017 RDX with technology package got numerous upgrades including contrasting silver and black trim, an 8-way power-operated front passenger seat, Acura’s dual-screen on-demand multiinformation display, HD radio, blind spot information, rear cross traffic monitor and multi-view rearview camera with dynamic guidelines. The RDX with Acura’s premium Advance Package features machined alloy wheels with grey painted surfaces, rain-sensing wipers, fog lights, remote engine start, front and rear parking sensors, ventilated front seats, and an auto-dimming driver’s side mirror, along with standard AcuraWatch safety and driverassistive technologies. The RDX is wrapped in high-strength steel for 56 percent of the body construction, which not only provides more

strength and less weight but also results in a stiffer body. The RDX rides on 4-wheel independent suspension with a MacPherson strut design in front and a multi-link design in back. All RDX models feature split 5-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels. The RDX with the optional Advance Package gets a machined 18-inch aluminum alloy wheel with painted grey surfaces. All RDX models have 4-wheel disc brakes that include an anti-lock braking system with electronic brake distribution and brake assist. The 2017 RDX comfortably accommodates five passengers. The power actuated driver seat is 10-way adjustable and there’s a leatherwrapped steering wheel, LED backlit gauges with progressive illumination and a multiinformation. The Advance Package as well as all base and Technology Package models equipped with AcuraWatch feature a 4.2-inch, full-color multi-information display that shows average vehicle speed, fuel economy, fuel range, tire pressure and turn-by-turn navigation prompts. Among the advanced electronic technologies in the 2017 RDX is a 360-watt audio system with seven speakers, a CD player, AM/FM radio, XM Radio with Note function, Bluetooth® Audio, USB port and AUX jack connectivity and speed volume control. The RDX with Technology Package also includes the Acura/ELS Surround

Notice of Public Hearing of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court Junkyard and Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yard Ordinance Please note that the Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas will hold a public hearing on a proposed Junkyard and Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yard Ordinance on the 27th day of June, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom, on the second floor of the Historic Courthouse located at 401 Jackson St., Richmond, Texas. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide public comments on the proposed Ordinance. Copies of the proposed Ordinance are available at Fort Bend County Fire Marshal’s Office, 1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 114, Richmond, Texas. Alternately, the proposed Ordinance is available on the Fort Bend County website http://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/firemarshal. Following the public hearing the Commissioners Court is scheduled to deliberate and act upon the adoption of the proposed Ordinance. Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE OPENING DATE OF June 27, 2017 AT 2:00 pm. IFB # 18-010 Reconstruction of Adams Street IFB’s may be obtained from the State of Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) at http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/ or Onvia/Demandstar at http://www.demandstar.com/. Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the Bid name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Responses must be delivered to the attention of: Purchasing Manager City of Missouri City 1522 Texas Parkway Missouri City, TX 77489 prior to the acceptance deadline. Responses marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Responses will be opened on June 27, 2017 at 2:00 pm. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 14, 2017 at 10:00 am in the Council Chambers at the street location noted above. Until final award of the Contract, the OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all Responses, 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.

10-speaker, 410-watt premium audio system with CD, DTS, AM/FM radio, XM Radio, and Bluetooth Audio. Also part of the Technology Package is a GPS-linked, solar-sensing, dual-zone automatic climate control system. The premium Advance Package adds rain-sensing wipers, front fog lights, remote engine start, front and rear parking sensors, ventilated front seats, an autodimming driver’s side mirror, and AcuraWatch as standard equipment. The RDX offers the AcuraWatch suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies as a standalone option on the base RDX and RDX with Technology Package and as standard equipment on the new RDX with Advance Package. AcuraWatch technologies are adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking system, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist. The 2017 RDX with Technology or Advance packages adds blind spot information and rear cross traffic monitor. The 2017 Acura RDX all wheel drive and the premium advanced package retails for $43,520. It is definitely a honey of a crossover with excellent manners, a mature ride, upscale style inside and out and good performance. By all means, if a crossover SUV is in your future, do test drive the Acura RDX before buying anything else.

5th Grader Ali Mueller puts together a goody bag for a 5th grader at Armstrong Elementary: a personal note, 2 books, and candy.

5th Graders enjoy a break in the sun during the community service projects

Just some of the over 200 lunch bags decorated for Lunches of Love.

Turn old books into work of art

Are you stumped for gift ideas? Searching for something different and unique for the book lover in your life? What about foldedbook art that you can make yourself? Learn how to recycle old books into creative works of art at a special program, “Recycle Books Project – Design By You,” on Friday, June 16, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm, at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Sugar Land Branch Library, located at 550 Eldridge. Library staff will demonstrate how to take an old book and make words and images by folding the pages. No cutting, gluing, or special equipment is needed for this simple craft project. The project is a fun way to re-use old books and give them a new purpose. The resulting piece of art can be a great gift for someone who loves to read. Materials for the class will be supplied. Those attending the program will receive additional patterns to take with them and work on at their leisure. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Sugar Land Branch Library at 281-238-2140 or the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.

Legal Notices CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on APRIL 17, 2015 by the 240111 JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause # 13DCV-210777 in favor of the plaintiffLAKESHORE HARBOUR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of $8,076.51 ++++costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same. I have levied on MARCH 10, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 6th day of JUNE, 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) - CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON AND JACKIE GREENWOOD had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 3, IN BLOCK 3 OF AMENDING PLAT OF REPLAT LAKE SHORE HARBOUR, SECTION 1, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 2573/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS.

Colony Meadows Elementary 5th Graders kicked off their Senior Week by “Giving Back Before They Graduate.” Students collected over 600 books through a book drive to be donated to the Ronald McDonald House C.H.E.E.R. Rooms and 5th graders at their sister school, Armstrong Elementary. CME 5th graders started their day with a presentation by Ronald McDonald. Students put on their red noses for National Red Nose Day then got to work! Community service projects included labeling and sorting the donated books, making goody bags for 5th graders at their sister school, and decorating lunch bags for Lunches of Love. The entire school got in the spirit of supporting their efforts by donating books and participating in a food drive.

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

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on January 03 , 2017 by the 240th JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 16- DCV233974 in favor of the plaintiff- MISSION BEND HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of$ 3,028.21++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/ or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same. I have levied on April 19, 2017 and will offer for sale on the 4th day of July, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours ofTen O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)SERGIO A CAMPOS had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT 34,PLUS AN EASTERLY PORTION OF LOT 35, IN BLOCK 34, OF MISSION BEND SECTION NINE (9), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, ACCORDING TO THE REPLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 29,PAGE 18, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ALSO COMMONLY KNOWN AS 15818 CAMINO DEL SOL DR HOUSTON TX 77083 TERMS: CASH TIME: SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT 10:00 A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, I ST FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469.

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

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

Maurice Daugherty to entertain Loving Friends, June 20

Loving Friends will meet on Tuesday, June 20, at 5 p.m. for dinner and entertainment at Quail Valley City Cr., 2880 La Quinta Drive, Missouri City. Maurice Daugherty, concert pianist from Houston will entertain the group. He has many videos on YouTube and among his favorites is, “Maurice’s Piano Masterpiece.” His other professional talents include a Martial Arts weapons experts (nunchaku) and professional boxer. The cost for dinner and entertainment is $22 inclusive and reservations are required by calling 281-208-3124 or 281-261-4043. Loving Friends is a social group of men and women who lost their spouses and want to move on with their lives, not a grief support group. There are other monthly activities to meet and greet, including luncheons, book club, pokeno and bridge. New members are always greeted with a warm welcome.

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