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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2017

Official newspaper of Fort Bend County & Missouri City

Missouri City’s July 4th celebration at Bualo Run Park

Fort Bend Education Foundation among Governor’s annual volunteer award recipients

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 34th annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, today announced the 2017 award recipients.

The Governor’s Volunteer Awards, administered by OneStar Foundation, honor the contributions of individuals, businesses and organizations in Texas that have made a positive impact in their communities or across the state through service and volunteering.

Through her Texanthropy Initiative, Mrs. Abbott has made promoting volunteerism and service to others her primary focus as First Lady of Texas. “It is no secret that Texas is ďŹ lled with generous individuals and organizations, but these eleven awardees are truly extraordinary,â€? Mrs. Abbott said. “I am touched by all of the amazing things they are each doing to help their fellow Texans. Their example is truly inspiring.â€?

The awardees will be honResidents enjoying the 2016 Fourth of July Celebration. ored in the Fall at an evening reOn Tuesday, July 4 from 6 good Marshall High School will sure, Lakeview Business Park ception at the Texas Governor’s p.m. to 9 p.m., residents are in- be limited; residents are encour- employees and delivery trucks Mansion. vited to enjoy free family-friend- aged to take advantage of the will need to enter the property The recipients of the 2017 ly activities at the City’s annual METRO shuttles that will be through the Fondren Road and Independence Day Celebration running throughout the evening Willow Oak Drive entrance.

All trucks and business park at Bualo Run Park, 1122 Buf- from the Park & Ride at 13859 Fondren Rd. METRO buses employees coming to Texas falo Run Blvd.

The evening will conclude will run from 5:45 p.m. until the Parkway after 3 p.m. will be rewith the annual Fireworks Show conclusion of the event. These routed to Independence Boulebeginning at 9:15 p.m.; stadium shuttles are free and will drop o vard to access the Fondren Road seating is once again available attendees near one of the event’s entrance. Event signage and City police oďŹƒcers will be posted at at Thurgood Marshall High entrances.

Bualo Run Boulevard, from the Texas Parkway and Bualo School, which is adjacent to the the Bualo Run Park entrance Run Boulevard intersection. park.

For more information about Food and beverages will be to Fondren Road, will close at 3 available for purchase through- p.m. Bualo Run Boulevard at Missouri City, visit www.misout the evening from food trucks Texas Parkway will close once souricitytx.gov, like the city on Facebook—fb/MissouriCityTX, event parking is full. and restaurant partners.

Beginning at 3 p.m. on Tues- or follow on Twitter and InstaMETRO shuttles will transport guests for free from/to the day, July 4, event parking traf- gram—@MissouriCityTX and Fondren Park & Ride throughout ďŹ c will only be allowed to enter watch Missouri City Television Bualo Run Boulevard via Tex- (Ch. 16 on Comcast and Ch. 99 the event.

Event parking around Thur- as Parkway. After the partial clo- on AT&T U-verse).

Governor’s Volunteer Awards are: First Lady’s Partners in Education Award — Fort Bend Education Foundation In 1992, Fort Bend County business and community leaders came together to form the Fort Bend Education Foundation (FBEF). FBEF’s mission is to “inspire and equip all students to pursue futures beyond what they can imagine.â€? Throughout its twenty-ďŹ ve year history, FBEF has provided support to the 75 campuses that house the more than 74,500 students and approximately 5,000 teachers in Fort Bend ISD. FBEF works collaboratively with the school district, and has given $32 million in grant funding to provide an exceptional learning experience, helping enhance educational outcomes by implementing programs that support teachers and equip students for a brighter future, while also utilizing the work of more than 800 volunteers.

Governor’s Lone Star Achievement Award — David Godwin David Godwin has performed

decades of volunteer service in the Houston area. His longestrunning charitable endeavor is with Literacy Initiative for Today (LIFT) at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, where more than 10,000 adult students from over 20 countries have learned to speak English.

First Lady’s Rising Star Award — Micah Pinson Micah Pinson is only twelveyears-old, but he has already performed several years of volunteer service. In 2011, at the age of seven, Micah decided that he wanted to give back to Dallas Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, the hospital that has helped him with a hand deformity. Micah conceived a community service project – a toy drive – that today stands as the largest single toy donation for the hospital.

Service to Veterans Award — Tony Smith Retired Veteran Tony Smith has turned his service to country into a more-than-full-time, unpaid second career as a countyappointed Veterans Service OfSee AWARDS, Page 3

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AccessHealth’s Heart of Fort Bend committee is planning an exciting event honoring community pillars Carole and Bob Brown. Funds raised will provide high quality, comprehensive health care for low-income, uninsured and underinsured families in Fort Bend County.

The 2017 Heart of Fort Bend will be held on Thursday, October 19, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. in the Texas Ballroom at Safari Texas Ranch. As the Presenting Sponsor, Frost Bank is helping to ensure that this will be a truly special evening. “Frost Bank is proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Heart of Fort Bend,� said Frost Bank Vice President, Jon-

athan Pursch. “AccessHealth is able to truly change lives with proceeds from this event by providing medical, dental and behavioral health services to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. This event gives us the opportunity to be part of the solution.�

The committee, led by CoChairs Beth Wolf and Holly Kaminga, is helping to secure additional sponsorships. Early sponsors to date include Safari Texas Ranch as a returning Platinum Sponsor; NRG and OakBend Medical Center as Gold Level Sponsors; Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital as a Silver Sponsor and WJ Interests LLC as a Bronze Level Spon-

sor. Sponsorships are available at Gold, Silver and Bronze levels.

AccessHealth provides integrated health care services without regard to income or circumstance to improve the quality of life in Fort Bend County.

AccessHealth is a United Way agency, and the main Center in Richmond is recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.

For more about Heart of Fort Bend sponsorship opportunities or AccessHealth services, please contact Cindy Reaves at (281) 633-3169 or creaves@ myaccesshealth.org.

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Legal imbroglio halts development in Missouri City

By BARBARA FULENWIDER An agenda item on Missouri City’s first council meeting of this year resulted in a lawsuit that both sides continue to fight.

The plaintiffs, Creekmont Community Association, filed a lawsuit against Missouri City on Jan. 27 requesting that a Harris County district court judge approve a temporary injunction to stop a Planned Development District (PD) from being built next to their homes.

The plaintiff’s suit says the development would cause homeowners “irreparable harm” and they could never be compensated for it.

Creekmont residents fear the 95-acre Ashton Woods Tract development will increase their flood risk and “create excessive traffic.”

The association’s suit for action to quash the PD on the 95-acres argues that the city mishandled zoning of the land.

It says Missouri City annexed property that included the Ashton Woods Tract on April 6, 1987, at the request of the owner. It was zoned as a Suburban District (SD).

The city code says land zoned as SD is generally rural, undeveloped acreage that is “not anticipated to be put to urban use in the near future.”

The code also says “as a SD district becomes more susceptible to urban development, it can be reevaluated and classified as an appropriate urban district.”

The owners of the raw land, which was primarily used for agricultural purposes, are Larry B. Briggs and Alfred L. Deaton III. They bought the Ashton Woods Tract in 1994 and according to the plaintiff’s brief it has been designated SD for more than 20 years.

When a zoning change comes up before a city council, the adjoining landowners have the right to protest, which triggers state and city super majority requirements. What that means is if 20 percent of homeowners who live 200 feet from the area protest, a state or municipality must have a three-fourths majority vote to approve the zoning change.

On July 29, 2016, Missouri City provided notice of the proposed zoning change to landowners and by Sept. 1 approximately 35 percent of those qualified to protest had. The number of protests required that six of seven council members had to vote in favor and that did not happen at their Sept. 6 meeting.

Plaintiffs noted in their brief for temporary injunction that on Sept. 19, 2016, city council adopted the minutes from their Sept. 6 meeting, which said the motion had failed.

Crowded Shelter Prompts Special Adoption Fees

The Sugar Land Animal Shelter is offering a special adoption rate of $55 for dogs and $40 for cats through Aug. 6. Any pets who have been at the shelter for more than 30 days are only $20.

The normal fee of $110 for dogs and $95 for cats is being slashed to find forever homes for the dogs and cats currently living at the crowded shelter. The fees include vaccinations, spaying/neutering and a microchip with a lifetime registration.

Then on Nov. 21, 2016, city council issued a “notice of consideration of an ordinance” in order to consider an ordinance on second and final reading at their Dec. 19 meeting. The plaintiff states that “the city took steps to rewrite the history of the first reading in order to hold a ‘second’ reading.”

The plaintiff’s brief also says that on Jan. 3, 2017, city council “considered the second reading of the ordinance to rezone the tract, substantially revised the ordinance and approved the ordinance 5-2 again without requiring the three-fourths super majority.”

On Jan. 27, the plaintiffs filed a petition for a temporary restraining order and request for a temporary injunction “to compel the city to comply with state and local law requiring approval of proposed zoning changes by three-fourths” of the Missouri City council.

On Jan. 30, Creekmont got the order they requested. It preserves the status quo until mediation or a trial is held.

Intervenors of the suit against the city include Briggs and Deaton, who bought the 95 acres of the Ashton Oaks Tract (also called the Briggs Tract) as an investment with the intention of developing it for residential uses. They say in their original petition they will be “severely damaged should the plaintiffs prevail on their claims.”

They seek a declaratory judgement that the Missouri City Council “correctly found that only a majority vote of the council was needed” to approve the ordinance to zone the land to PD so should keep that zoning classification.

They note that Missouri City code says all territory annexed to the city is classified as suburban district, until permanently zoned by city council.

It goes on to state that “the city planning and zoning commission shall, as soon as practical after annexation of any territory” move “to give the newly annexed territory a permanent zoning.”

The first step for development of the Briggs Tract for residential development is not allowed with the SD classification.

The owners wanted it changed and that occurred on Aug. 10 when the City Council voted in favor by 5-2.

Briggs and Deaton say the council’s first vote -- threefourths majority -- “was not correctly based on Texas law.”

The city ordinance says that a three-fourths vote “applies only to a proposed change in zoning or a rezoning of property and the application

did not seek a rezoning of the property.”

The Briggs Tract had never been zoned by the city, the intervenors say in their argument.

They also state that the city never provided a separate notice or a hearing to zone the property and no ordinance was proposed to change the zoning.

They said that at the Dec. 19 meeting council members approved an amendment to the Sept. 6 meeting “based now on the correct interpretation of the law to reflect that the zoning ordinance had in fact passed with a simple majority vote of 5-2.”

This put the proposed zoning ordinance back on council’s agenda for a second and final vote that was taken and passed by 5-2 at their Jan. 3 meeting, their petition says.

The judge in the 125th District Court of Harris County referred the case to mediation on June 6.

It must be done within 30 days from the date of the order and the defendant had 10 days to respond and did. Missouri City objected to mediation on June 16 because the “parties’ cross-motions for summary judgement in the sole question of statutory interpretation of this case are currently before the court and are ripe for ruling.

The objection went on to say that Mayor Allen Owen, who is named in the suit, and Missouri City object to the referral “because there is no potential for an agreement upon resolution of this case through mediation.”

Neither the mayor or any city representative(s) of the city negotiate at a mediation on the question of whether or how the city’s individual legislators might vote on the sole issue essential to the resolution of the dispute” that instigated the lawsuit.

“Further the city says, the ordinance in question was enacted by council following readings at two duly noticed public meetings of council and “may be repealed or amended only by a vote of …council following readings at two duly noticed public meetings.

Consequently, the city cannot send a representative to mediation to negotiate an agreement that is already binding on the city. Only a majority of council may do this and the city cannot send a majority of its members to mediation lest it violate the open meetings act.”

So where all of this stands now is a judge has to rule on the city’s objection to mediation. The trial date is March 19, 2018 but more filings can occur before that.

Local physician to give away bicycle helmets to children Dr. Subodh Bhuchar M.D. and Sugar Land Med-Ped Clinic want to help ensure the safety of local children this summer, by giving away free bicycle helmets.

The Sugar Land Med-Ped Clinic bicycle helmet giveaway is part of a statewide effort — Hard Hats for Little Heads — launched by the Texas Medical Association (TMA) in 1994.

The program promotes fun exercise and teaches parents and children about the importance of wearing a helmet.

The event is sponsored

by Dr. Subodh Bhuchar and Sugar Land Med-Ped Clinic in conjunction with the Texas Medical Association.

There will be other Health and Wellness information on hand as well, to promote Healthy Eating, Exercise, Diabetes and Cholesterol Management and Summer Safety.

Texas physicians encourage wearing a helmet for all sports on wheels — biking, skateboarding, inline skating, and riding a scooter. And doctors want you to wear the correct helmet for your sport and make sure it fits properly.

Cycling is the No. 1 cause of injury to children aged 14 and younger. Injuries resulting from

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Higher Education Community Impact Award — University of Houston SURE™ Program. The SURE™ Program, based at the University of Houston’s Bauer College of Business, stands for Stimulating Urban Renewal through Entrepreneurship, and that is exactly what the program has been doing with remarkable results. The program culminates with a graduation ceremony and pitch day. Since 2012, SURE™ has trained over 500 entrepreneurs from underserved and disadvantaged backgrounds and helped launch over 80 businesses.

Corporate Community Impact Award — USAA USAA’s signature corporate responsibility cause is promoting military family resiliency, and a key pillar of this cause is supporting the needs of the 5.5 million caregivers who care for wounded, injured or ill service members and veterans. In 2016, USAA supported the PsychArmor Institute in its efforts to develop a free online school and call center catering to the unique needs of military caregivers.

Dr. Subodh Bhuchar bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and inline and roller skates account for more than 500,000 emergency department visits annually for children under age 14.

“Wearing a bicycle helmet is such a simple way to help ensure a child’s health and safety,” said Subodh Bhuchar M.D. “We want to start summer right by putting a helmet on children’s heads.”

Head injury is the most common cause of death and serious disability from bike crashes. A helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by as much as 85 percent, yet fewer than half of cyclists wear one

when they ride.

Since TMA’s Hard Hats for Little Heads program began, TMA has given away more than 260,000 helmets to Texas children.

Hard Hats for Little Heads is supported in 2017 through a TMA Foundation grant thanks to top donors — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, TMAF Make-A-Difference donors, and the Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio — and generous gifts from TMA and TMA Alliance members, including Sonal and Dr. Subodh Bhuchar and other friends of medicine.

Call 281-491-2555 for more information.

Corporate Community Impact Award for Small Business — Granite Properties, Inc. Granite Properties, Inc. is a commercial real estate development and investment firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, and has made growing servant leaders an integral part of its corporate fabric. Since it was founded in 1991, employees have been encouraged to “show up, stand up, speak up and contribute.”

Community Leadership Award — Haven for Hope Haven for Hope of Bexar County is the largest homeless service center in the State of Texas and is a national model in moving the homeless to self-sufficiency. Founded in 2010 with a focus on seeking innovative solutions to San Antonio’s homeless problem, Haven for Hope guides a person from homelessness to housing through a recovery framework and comprehensive on-site social services. .

AmeriCorps “Make a Difference” Awardees AmeriCorps — Erin Moody

Erin Moody is currently completing her second term of service as an AmeriCorps member with Communities In Schools of Central Texas, a dropout prevention program.

AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer — Shelby Thomas. Shelby Thomas is an AmeriCorps VISTA serving in the Disaster Relief and Recovery Division of the Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries, a member of the Greater Houston Storm Recovery Network and the Texas Gulf Coast VOAD. Senior Corps — Arlen and Mary ’Beth Lohse For over 30 years, Arlen and Mary ’Beth Lohse have been volunteering as drivers with Meals for the Elderly in San Angelo. In 2004, upon their retirement, the Lohses started volunteering fulltime through West Texas RSVP, a Senior Corps Program. They deliver meals on at least seven routes within a 5-day work week, though they often go beyond that by serving as substitute or emergency drivers.

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WHEN MY DADDY WENT TO WAR...

WWII V-Mails – November 1943

By CAROLYN BOWDEN MAMA MOVED US BACK TO MISSISSIPPI: When my Daddy deployed my Mother’s sister who lived in Georgia invited us to come live with them.

However, after a short time, my Mother felt the pull to move back to Mississippi and live in the area where my Daddy’s family lived. We moved to the second floor of Uncle Gus’s house (Daddy’s oldest brother).

This part of their house had originally been a “summer porch” (screened in). Uncle Gus had enclosed it but it still had windows all the way around.

The only enclosed room

Bowden was the bathroom. Mother and I slept in her double bed and Jerry had a twin bed opposite the kitchen.

There was a small sitting

area in the middle. On the opposite end of this large open area was a bedroom and a bath where there was a door that opened into the attic. It had a window that let in lots of light.

It was floored in and made a big indoor playroom for Jerry and me to play in when it was cold or raining. We lived there until we moved into Jackson from Rankin County.

Mama used their $10,000 War Bond to pay for the new house and Uncle Alfred (Daddy’s brother, who was a home builder,) built it for us. Mother wanted Jerry and me to attend Jackson public schools.

When school started that year we moved in with one of her friends who lived in Jackson until our new house was finished. Her friend’s husband, was also away in the service.

DADDY’S RELOCATION FROM FRONT LINE: My Daddy was told that there was a need for someone with his credentials in Italy. This would mean that he would no longer be in harm’s way but inside a City. He had no idea where he would be. All he knew was that he could have a better opportunity to survive this war.

DESCRIPTION OF HIS QUARTERS: “I am writing you from the Hotel Lobby.

My work carries me all over the city and I asked for the kind of work I am doing. Will tell you where I am when the Censors think it best to do so.”

“GETTING TO KNOW THE ITALIANS”: Last night we found a short cut to our eating place and it takes us right through a beautiful floral garden. They have lots of flowers that remind me of you. I wish you could see the assortment of carnations. Yesterday I met an Italian Captain’s wife and her name was Pellegrini. She was reared in New York and

returned to Italy 8 years ago.

I intend to crash their home as I want to visit in some real nice homes and meet only the nicest people. I have so many contacts with the better class of people and when I find some that speak English I intend to take advantage of it.”

“Note change of address. I do not have very much hope of getting mail before Christmas now. When I changed from 325 to 29th Repl. I did not receive any mail for 5 weeks.

Now I have changed. Last night I visited with the hotel owner’s family and we talked with them for over an hour.

The elderly gentleman spoke Italian, daughter, French, brother in law, English, so between the three we made it nicely. I know another family I will visit with the first chance I get to contact them.

I have gum now so tell my little girl and boy that I will write Mama a plain letter tonight and enclose some.”

(No gum for civilians during WWII. Candy and sugar were rationed so soldiers could have it in their C/K rations. “PS: I dialed our phone number) but you didn’t answer.” I think he was teasing my Mama. That was our home phone number.

“I am two thirds through mailing my Christmas cards and will finish tonight, that is, if I can get my things straight.

We changed rooms today and it is a little more elaborate than the last one.”

“I have just returned from a nice turkey dinner but there were no seconds like there was at your house last year.

“A very fine version of a ten cent store has opened across the street from our office. There is anything you need from bobby pins to utensils. I needed some Arrid but thought it best to send one of the girls from the office after

it. I did not have the name in my vocabulary.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING: “Tell my little girl that I went to a real doll shop where they were making dolls and I wished she could have seen them. I picked a very pretty one out that I will try to manage for. She had black wavy hair and eye lashes. I am sure she would be thrilled to get it. Now I am trying to find something for Jerry. They had some harmonicas and a dog but I think I will buy some Italian soldiers for him “Carolyn, you should see all the pretty little Italian dolls, all dressed up in real curly hair, shoes, aprons, and bright colored dresses. Will buy one of the dolls and send it to you the

first chance I get. Have you received my Christmas gifts?”

“DEAREST JERRY”: I was just looking at your long shiny sword last night with a leather tassel on it. I could just see you trying to wear it and the end dragging on the ground. I am also going to get you a German soldier hat to go with your big sword.

“Try your best to make Mama happy on Christmas.

Daddy will be a long ways off across the big wide ocean, but you can play like he is right there, down on the floor playing with your toys and having a big time with you.”

NEXT COLUMN: WWII December 1943

Landmark legislation puts welfare and safety of children first Texana Center was delighted to receive news yesterday that Senate Bill 589 was signed into law by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

This landmark legislation authored by Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr. protects vulnerable children with disabilities by requiring the licensing and regulation of behavior analysts in the state.

Kate Johnson-Patagoc, Director, Texana Specialized Services and Council Member, Texas Association for Behavior Analysts (TxABA) , spent a great deal of time and energy, behind the scenes, advocating for SB 589.

Texana’s Specialized Services provides applied behavior analysis for children and adults with autism and/or intellectual disabilities and currently employs 29 behavior analysts.

Prior to the bill being signed into law, there was no regulation or licensing of behavior analysts which would stop providers who had been disciplined in other states from practicing in Texas, even if their certifications had been revoked or if they had been barred from practicing in other jurisdictions.

Texas joins the 26 other states in the nation that have established the necessary licensure to protect the well-being of children with autism, along with those with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities, and with brain injuries.

Sen. Lucio said. “Because of the tireless work behind SB 589, our most vulnerable Texans who benefit from applied behavioral intervention will now be protected by SB 589, which will reduce the probability and the possibility of them being harmed by unqualified practitioners.”

Texana is thankful that Governor Abbott signed SB 589 into law to send the right message that protecting the children of this state is a priority.

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Couture for the Cause

Honorary chairs are Scott and KK West... the very first Couture for the Cause chairs Johnson Development--the award-winning development company that for more than four decades has set the standard for the nation’s finest master-planned communities will present this year’s Couture for the Cause at one of their newest Fort Bend communities: Harvest Green.

Couture for the Cause is the premier Fort Bend County affair benefitting The American Cancer Society.

This year’s event, “Garden Glitz,” will celebrate and honor the life of longtime Johnson Development employee, Carolyn Williams. Carolyn lost her 13 year hard-fought battle with cancer on June 14, 2016.

Johnson Development CoPresident and COO Doug Goff says, “I have never seen a more

Carolyn and Alan Williams, Susie and Doug Goff, Suzie and Larry Johnson

courageous woman. No matter how she felt, or that she had been at MD Anderson for eight hours the evening before...she was at work with a smile on her face. She worked for Johnson Development for over 10 years, first at Sienna Plantation in many different roles and then at the corporate office. When other people would have given up, Carolyn always asked what she could do for you. It was never about her. We are all proud to have called Carolyn and her husband Allan friends.”

Evidence suggests that one can reduce their risk of cancer by making healthy choices like eating right and staying active.

This correlation makes The Farmhouse at Harvest Green the perfect setting for Couture for the Cause.

GARDEN GLITZ Couture for the CAUSE American Cancer Society

Harvest Green is Houston’s first farm-centric community.

Chairman and CEO Larry Johnson says, “It’s a concept that’s taking root around the country. A ‘healthy living’ planned community with community gardens, optional resident backyard gardens, a Community Supported Agricultural Program, and a Farmer’s Market every week...plus lakes and

waterways, greenbelts and open space, parkland and a walkable trail system.”

For Larry, this “agri-hood” development experience brings him full circle. Larry grew up on a farm and raised crops in the Texas panhandle.

The highlight of Couture for the Cause is the fashion show, featuring couture models--many of whom are cancer patients

Marlene Dharia of Plaza Jewelers

LaDonna Marie of Sugar Land Face & Body

or survivors--seizing their own opportunity to give back.

Past models include Larry and his wife Suzie, both cancer survivors.

This fashion show is selflessly produced by Lenny Matuszewski with hair by the team at Milagro Salons, makeup by LaDonna Marie of Sugar Land Face & Body, and clothing by Dillards.

Guests enjoy food stations from area restaurants, plus a wine pull, Big Board auction, and “Baubles & Bubbles” raffle sponsored by Marlene and Samir Dharia of Plaza Jewelers.

Visit the Couture for the Cause Facebook page and vote for your favorite 3D image of a custom Bauble to be made and raffled off the night of the event. 2017 chairs are Monique

Bossett, Susan Ley-Novosad, Debbie Marcell, Michelle Royster, Margot Sayre and Gina Pizzini.

Join the cause October 14th in The Farmhouse at Harvest Green. This year’s Couture for the Cause is sure to be an evening you won’t soon forget!

The American Cancer Society Couture for the Cause “Garden Glitz”; October 14, 2017 Doors open at 7 p.m, show starts at 8 p.m.

The Farmhouse at Harvest Green, a Johnson Development Community, Richmond, Texas Event tickets are $125.

100% of the proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society and their mission. For more information contact Hannah Hogan at 713-706-5635 or hannah. hogan@cancer.org.

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COMMUNITY

Celebrate Star Spangled Spectacular at new city venue There’s a new look, new feel and new location for one of Sugar Land’s largest community events.

The city’s Fourth of July celebration is moving from Constellation Field to the brand new Sugar Land Festival Site, 18355 Southwest Freeway, on Tuesday, July 4, from 5-10 p.m. Fireworks will be launched at approximately 9:45 p.m.

With the new location, the Star Spangled Spectacular event will be larger than ever before!

This year, the event will highlight patriotic family fun with activities for all to enjoy coupled with great food and a variety of music! Festive entertainment and activities will include a children’s zone complete with fun photo opportunities and face painting, onsite voter registration, a variety of information stations and a main stage area featuring local talent. Austin’s modern party band, Satellite, will take the stage along with appearances from DJ/Drummer Don Vaughn and Svet,

an electro hip hop violinist.

The event will conclude with a dazzling fireworks display that families can enjoy from various locations throughout the Sugar Land area.

Unlike past Fourth of July events at Constellation Field, tickets are not needed for this year’s event at the festival site. As with any large event, attendees are asked to be patient, arrive early and pay attention to event signage.

Parking passes are required for onsite parking and can be obtained at sugarlandtx.gov/ july4 while supplies last.

“To maximize on-site parking, we are offering an opportunity to reserve a free parking pass from the Imperial Park Recreation Center. The parking pass is free but comes along with only one stipulation -- a promise to carpool with a minimum of four people or more per vehicle,” says Event Production Manager Briana Bachemin.

Free onsite parking will be limited to the first 2,000 people who sign up for passes using the online website

portal on the event webpage and those with a handicapped parking placard. Onsite event parking lots will open at 4 p.m.

In addition to onsite parking, free shuttle service will be available at various off-site parking locations. Shuttles will run continuously from 4:30 p.m. to midnight from Mercer Stadium, 16403 Lexington Blvd, the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd., and University of Houston Sugar Land, 14000 University Blvd.

Ridesharing and taxi services will also be accommodated.

The event is free and open to the public. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. For more information about the event or to become an event sponsor, contact the Sugar Land Parks and Recreation Department at (281) 275-2885, visit www.sugarlandtx.gov/july4, or follow Sugar Land Parks and Recreation on social media at @ SugarLandParks.

July 4 event to feature old-fashioned games, hot dogs and cobbler contest at the George Ranch Historical Park Spend your Independence Day steeped in history this year at the George Ranch Historical Park! Guests will enjoy special activities such as a scavenger hunt through the Park, historic games, a cobbler-eating contest and – of course! – a classic hot dog feast.

“Nothing says America and July 4th like games, music and hot dogs,” said Hannah Moses, Programs and Volunteer Coordinator. “It’s going to be a packed day!”

Special July 4 activities include: •An 1890s Independence Day ceremony that will include a reading of the Declaration of Independence; •A local student choir performing historic patriotic songs; •Several tableau vivants (“living pictures”) where staff members and volunteers will recreate famous Colonial paintings; •A horse-riding show featuring the Rodeo Sweethearts; •Clogging and squaredancing performances and lessons for the guests.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES: A variety of historic games, including Blindman’s Bluff, a watermelon seed spitting contest, sack races, tug-of-war, croquet, baseball and marbles, will be ongoing throughout the Park. Every-

Mamie George Community Center hosts Pancake Festival

The Mamie George Community Center (MGCC) will host its 4th Annual Pancake Festival Sat., June 24, to benefit program services in Fort Bend County. MGCC, a program of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston serving Fort Bend County, is known as a place of love and service around the county where seniors 60+ can get a healthy meal, take classes and make new friends.

Featuring all-you-can-eat pancakes for $5, the festival is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 1111 Collins Road.

“The Pancake Festival is becoming a favorite community event, and we are so excited about the entertainment lined up this year,” said Gladys Brumfield, MGCC Senior Wellness program director. Fort Bend County is a uniquely connected community with non-profits, local foundations, and government working together to make it a great place to live for everyone.

Festival goers are invited to enjoy pancakes, crafts, activities for the kids, and live entertainment all day! We are so grateful for our volunteers and “flipping teams” from the community scheduled to flip all throughout the day. The schedule is as follows: 7:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM

LIVE Entertainment!

Country Cowboy Mariachi Calmecac Darien Hernandez Sacred Harp Ensemble from Christ Church

Flipping Teams!

Knights of Columbus - Holy Rosary EEReed Construction Fort Bend Advisory Board

11:00 AM 12 noon 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM

Gail Best Sister Sister Las Flores Latinas Ms. Cindys Dance Performing Team The Texas Sky Bluegrass Band Mariachi Tracion de Jalisco ANDance Jr. Company/ Mr. SaxMan Ron Bunch

Fort Bend County Museum Association St. Laurence Men’s Ministry St Laurence Knights of Columbus St. Laurence Social Concerns Ministry Exchange Club of Sugar Land Rotary Club of Richmond Remedy Roofing of Katy Fort Bend Family Promise Catholic Charities Women Veteran Services (Fort Bend)

The Pancake Festival has a $50,000 goal to raise funds for programs such as critical food and financial assistance; the 24:7 Dad fatherhood program; and fitness, dance, art and health education for seniors who attend MGCC. Mamie George thanks the following sponsors for helping to make the event possible: Friends of Mamie, the Akers firm, Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, St. Laurence Social Concerns, KJZT, Exchange Club of Sugar Land, the Bethancourt, and the Schumacher and Nowicki Families.

To become a sponsor, contact Beth Zarate at bzarate@catholiccharities.org.

one is invited to participate in the Park’s free annual cobblereating contest at 1:30 p.m. in the yard of the 1930s George Ranch Home. All activities are included with general admission!

HOT DOG FEAST At 12:30 p.m., guests with historic lunch reservations will enjoy an Independence Day hot dog feast under 200-yearold oak trees in the yard of the 1930s George Ranch Home.

The menu includes Hebrew National Dogs, Oscar Meyer Wieners, Johnsonville Bratts, venison sausages, stadiumstyle buns, grilled peppers, grilled onions, chili, cheese, sauerkraut, potato salad, pasta salad, beans, lemonade, cobbler and ice cream. Cost for the meal is not included with general admission. Reservations can be made by calling 281-343-0218 or by visiting

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Aliana, Section 55, Precinct 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.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Veranda, Section 11, Precinct 1.

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

Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of George Alexander Geist, Deceased, were issued on March 27, 2017, in Cause No. 16-CPR-029856, pending in the County Court at Law No. One (1), Fort Bend County, Texas, to: Sheila Yvonne Roman.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Sheila Yvonne Roman 2115 Rittenmore Drive, Missouri City, Texas 77489.

DATED the 15th day of June,2017.

Carolyn McDaniel Attorney for George Alexander Geis State Bar No.: 13514300 911 Front Street Richmond, Texas 77469-4439 Telephone: (218) 342-6541 Facsimile: (218) 940-8567 E-mail: cmcdaniellawfim@gmail.com

https://www.georgeranch. org/event/independence-daylunch/.

The Park is located at 10215 FM 762 in Richmond. General admission is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5 for children ages five to 15. Children four and under are free. Operating hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www. georgeranch.org or call 281343-0218.

The George Ranch Historical Park is a living history museum that showcases Texas history from the 1830s through the 1930s. The Park is anchored by four different home sites: the 1830s Jones Stock Farm, 1860s Ryon Prairie Home, 1890s Davis Victorian Mansion and 1930s George Ranch Cattle Complex. Regular activities include historic home tours, living history demonstrations, hands-on activities, cattleworking and dipping vat demonstrations and more!

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Waterview Town Center, Section 3, Precinct 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

Lake Project at Brazos River Park to begin soon Sugar Land City Council recently approved a contract for the design of a voter-approved lake project at Brazos River Park.

The lake will be designed to accommodate canoeing and kayaking, activities that residents have identified as high priorities through many years of public input. The lake is also expected to accommodate annual dragon boat races, an event that has become a popular tourist attraction at a lake near Fluor Corporation.

The design will include geotechnical investigation, parking, roadway improvements, multi-use trails, a boat house, landscaping, irrigation and lighting.

The completion of the project will provide a connection to Sugar Land Memorial Park, the Festival Site and the city’s network of hike/bike trails.

The work will be coordinated with Fort Bend Levee Improvement District No. 17, the governmental entity responsible for maintaining a nearby levee that provides flood protection.

The design of the lake is expected to take 10 months, a schedule dependent on obtaining necessary permits from the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers,

City of Missouri City Public Hearing A public hearing will be held by the City of Missouri City Planning and Zoning Commission to receive comments for or against proposed amendments to the City’s Zoning Ordinance regarding: (1)Food Trucks (2)Section 8.3.A.1. – Requirements for a PD district amendment application; applicability; protest and waiver. Ownership documentation (3) Window Coverings The public hearing is scheduled: DATE: Wednesday, July 12, 2017 TIME: 7:00 PM PLACE: City Council Chambers (2nd Floor of City Hall) 1522 Texas Parkway (FM 2234) Missouri City, Texas Specific information is available at City Hall, Missouri City, Texas, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or you may call 281-403-8541.

a standard practice when designing improvements in flood plain areas along a navigable river.

Voters approved bonds totaling $31.5 million on Nov. 5, 2013, to fund two parks projects. The approved propositions included development of 128 acres of new parkland along the Brazos River with an adjacent festival site and a connecting network of nearly 10 miles of hike and bike trails and bridges.

The parkland and the adjacent festival site opened earlier this year. The lake project is the last remaining park project approved by voters.

A voter-approved trail project is being designed. The bond election was prompted by a lack of progress and reliable funding for quality of life parks projects that were identified through years of community input.

“Our bond committee members worked diligently,” said Director of Parks and Recreation Joe Chesser.

“Their efforts resulted in several propositions that reflected past community priorities and provided clear choices to vot-

ers. The election results reaffirm that our residents believe these projects are important to Sugar Land’s quality of life and economic prosperity. The results also demonstrated the public’s continued confidence in the City’s financial stewardship.”

Approval of the two propositions achieved the City’s goal to determine whether property tax was the appropriate funding method for the projects. Sugar Land continues to maintain an extremely low tax rate. Funding quality of life projects with property tax was an important public policy issue for voters.

In preparing for the bond election, the City used a best management practice of gaining input and feedback from a 100-member citizens’ bond committee. The committee prioritized projects, considered phasing opportunities and made funding recommendations.

The $31.5 million approved by voters authorized an increase in the tax rate of up to 3.1 cents to fund the projects.

Less than a penny of the increase has been used to date.

Facebook for business Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library will present an introductory program, “Facebook for Business,” on Thursday, July 13, beginning at 2:00 pm, in the Computer Lab of the library, located at 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, on the UH campus.

One of the most popular social-media sites, Facebook offers a wealth of resources for the small-business owner.

Learn how a business page differs from a personal page, how to set up a business page, and how to take advantage of some of the unique features that a business page provides.

The class is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. Registration will open on June 29. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Events,” select “University Branch,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-633-5100, or by visiting the library.

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AUTOMOBILE: Hyundai Elantra

By BARBARA FULENWIDER The new Hyundai Elantra now comes with Bluetooth and cruise control and has a bold aerodynamic design, a suite of safety features, modern interior styling with class-above features and numerous userfriendly technologies.

It continues to be one of Hyundai’s all time best-selling models in the highly competitive compact car segment.

Starting at $17,150 the new Elantra is priced $100 less than the award-winning model it replaces and offers two new powertrains for enhanced fuel economy, better ride quality and improved noise insulation.

The new Elantra distinguishes itself from the compact car class with segment-first features such as hands-free Smart Trunk and Clari-Fi music restoration technology.

The Elantra’s latest advanced safety technologies include lane departure warning, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and blind spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert and lane change assist.

Available premium features are 17-inch alloy wheels, LED door handle approach lights, side mirror LED turn signal indicators and LED taillights.

Other available premium conveniences include an inte-

grated memory system for the power driver seat and side mirrors, dual automatic temperature control with auto defogging system, auto-dimming rearview mirror and ergonomic front seats.

The 2017 Elantra got more torsional rigidity, which improves ride and handling, quietness, durability and driving performance. All are a result of Elantra’s redesigned rear suspension. Front suspension uses McPherson strut with coil springs and gas shock absorbers and a front stabilizer bar.

For 2017, the Elantra got two all-new powertrains designed for improved fuel efficiency and performance.

The standard engine available on the base SE and Limited trim is a 2.0-liter, fourcylinder engine producing a peak 147 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 132 lb. ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm. This 2.0-liter

engine is paired with either a standard six-speed manual transmission, available only on the SE, or six-speed automatic transmission.

The second powertrain is the 1.4-liter turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine equipped on the Elantra Eco trim. This engine produces 128 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 156 lb-ft. of torque at a low 1,400 ~ 3,700 rpm. It is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Both engines let the driver select either Eco, Normal or Sport, by touching a button on the center console.

Safety systems include electronic stability control, vehicle stability management, traction control, anti-lock brakes and a tire pressure monitoring system.

All Elantras come standard with iPhone/USB and auxiliary input jacks and SiriusXM satellite radio. The Elantra

features two advanced infotainment systems above the base system – an available 7.0inch display audio touchscreen system with rearview camera, and Hyundai’s next-generation 8.0-inch navigation system.

Both multimedia systems are equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support for seamless and intuitive operation of the most commonly used smartphone functions.

The advanced 8.0-inch navigation system features an enhanced display with improved touch sensitivity for touch and drag control, increased screen brightness for better daytime visibility, and a split-screen display showing map and music data. Both SiriusXM Satellite Radio and HD Radio Technology are standard on this system.

The Hyundai Limited was the test drive vehicle and was a pleasure to drive and ride in.

It arrived dressed in scarlet red pearl with a beige interior, which was a welcome change from the usual black interiors that are in most cars these days.

The MSRP on the compact Elantra Ltd. was $22,350 with all standard equipment.

Available enhancements increased the price to $27,865 and includes freight and handling.

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A DECADE OF LEADERSHIP IN CARDIAC CARE In April 2007, physicians at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital performed the ďŹ rst-ever open heart surgery in Fort Bend County. That groundbreaking procedure kicked off a decade of unparalleled achievement in providing the most advanced cardiac care, close to home.

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