Fort Bend Independent 062216

VOL 9 No. 25

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FORT BEND FAIR. BALANCED. INFORMATIVE. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016

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Official newspaper of Fort Bend County, Missouri City & Sugar Land

Sugar Land Police Sergeant recognized for keeping children safe Online The Texas Center for the Missing named Sugar Land police Sgt. Matt Levan “TCM Friend of the Month” for June.

Levan’s selection recognizes: •his work to promote online safety as an Internet Safety NetSmartz trainer; and •the arrests of numerous predators through his participation on the Houston-Metro Internet Safety Crimes Against Children Task Force.

As a certified internet safety trainer, Levan has trained hundreds of children and parents.

He routinely conducts classes to educate parents about online dangers such as cyber bullying and sexual predators.

He has also hosted Houston Regional Amber Alert trainings for area law enforcement officers.

As a member of the Houston Metro Internet Crimes against Children Task Force, Levan works to apprehend countless child predators. He proactively investigates about 30 cases per year involving predators who share child pornography on the internet – cases that annually lead to more than 20 felony arrests.

“It is Sgt. Levan’s personal mission to protect the children in the community,” said Lt. Wayne Coleman, of the Criminal Investigations Division.

“He is committed to making the department, our City and the lives of countless children and their families better every day through his work.”

Levan started his service with SLPD more than 20 years ago.

His commitment to his job as a supervisor makes him an exceptional instructor, mentor and investigator. He was named SLPD’s “Officer of the Year” in 2014.

He coordinates the flag football team for the annual Fort

Matt Levan Bend Holiday Bowl, a charity event benefiting the Fort Bend County Deputy Sheriff’s Association’s “Santa Behind the Badge” program, the Sugar Land Police Officers Association and Toys for Tots-Fort Bend.

Levan also helps organize softball teams and tournaments to create camaraderie among the City departments.

He is the instructor for the criminal investigations class for the Citizen’s Police Academy, and he teaches an advanced child abuse investigation training course and a sexual assault and family violence investigation course. These courses are catered to law enforcement and non-law enforcement personnel like Child Protective Services

and victims’ advocates.

“I have known Sgt. Levan for years, and he is an exemplary person and officer,” said Texas Center for the Missing CEO Beth Alberts.

“We are happy to honor Sgt. Levan as our Friend of the Month! He has been a member of the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children’s task force since 2009 and proactively works sexual exploitation of children cases including child pornography and enticement cases. He also instructs the public on the dangers of the Internet by sharing our NetSmartz Internet Training with hundreds of local community members.

He is truly a friend to our entire community!”

The SPLID faced two problems during recent weeks: One, the outfall gates should be sealed tightly, but there were leaks which allowed water from the river to enter inside the levee system.

That was not risky because there are pumps to get water out.

However, several pumps failed putting the levee system under strain.

Richard Muller, attorney for the Sienna Plantation LID, explained the situation, thus: “There are a total of eight (8) pumps at the North Pump Station with a combined capacity of 280,000 gallons per minute (gpm).

The pumps have a redundant design — only six of the eight pumps are needed to handle extreme rainfall events. This means the design assumes a failure of 25% (2 pumps) of the capacity (210,000 gpm).

In addition, SPLID owns two portable back up pumps with a combined capacity of 20,000 gpm.

Because the river has been elevated and the gates closed since March, the pumps have been utilized continuously since March. In March, two of the pumps failed. During the April 15th storm event, a third pump failed. After the third pump failed, SPLID’s operator secured six rental pumps with a total capacity of 36,000 gpm.

Finally, over the course of a week during the May storm events, four more pumps failed.

After each pump failure, SPLID rented portable pumps to replace the lost capacity. In total, the rental/ back up pump capacity was 175,000 gpm, for a total capacity of 210,000 gpm..

While inconvenient, the use of the rental pumps was more than sufficient to handle the recent rainfall.

The internal water surface elevation never reached more than 27.5 feet, which is more than 18-20 feet below the elevation of the homes in Sienna North. At no point during this event did the mechanical issues pose a threat to any homes in the system.”

Muller said the renting of pump systems cost the LID about $500,000.

The pump failure appears to be related to the deteriorating cable under water and now engineers will find solutions to prevent the recurrence of such failures.

The Brazos River reached its highest level on June 2, an elevation 4.4 feet higher than the previous record in 1994.

The river came within inches of a 100-year flood event. The Brazos River remains high even today.

“In the face of this historic flooding, the SPLID system did its job. No homes were flooded.

All the streets and roads inside the levee system remained open,” Muller said.

The Sienna camp site, which houses footballs fields, is outside the levee system and is

Star Spangled Spectacular The City of Sugar Land’s Fourth of July Celebration is scheduled for Monday, July 4, from 6-10 p.m., at Constellation Field, 1 Stadium Drive. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m.

This year’s event will highlight America’s favorite sport - baseball! Before the event moves to its new home near Sugar Land Memorial Park, the Sugar Land Skeeters will host the New Britain Bees for a seven-inning game to close out the Star Spangled Spectacular at Constellation Field.

The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m., but feel free to arrive early to enjoy classic rock and county hits by the Houston-area cover band, The Miller Effect. In addition to band, special patriotic tributes are programmed throughout the night to include the singing of the National Anthem by Sugar Land’s 2016 finalist from The Voice, Mary Sarah; a dove release; a live patriotic painting; and various community booths and activities located in the concourse area.

For that night only, the onsite carousel, splash pad and inflatables will be open and free for everyone.

Tickets are mandatory to enter the stadium and will not be available on the day of the event. Tickets are currently only available to Sugar Land residents, but starting June 19, tickets will be available to the general public.

No coolers or outside food are allowed in the stadium; however, food and drinks will be available for purchase at any of the concession stands. After the game is over, families are encouraged to spread along the outfield for an ideal view while enjoying a full 15 minutes of fireworks finale. Parking will be available at the stadium. No shuttles will be provided. For more information or to become an event sponsor, call 281-275-2885, visit www.sugarlandtx.gov.

Lessons learned from the historic Brazos river flooding

By SESHADRI KUMAR The historic flooding caused by the record high level of the Brazos River provided a real life opportunity to the levee improvement districts and the LIDs in Fort Bend County have learned some lessons from the event.

While no homes protected by a levee were flooded or streets and roads inside the levee system closed, Sienna Plantation LID has learned its lessons albeit at a steep cost.

The levees are earthen embankments that protect against rising water from the Brazos River.

The levees are four feet higher than the “100 -year” flood event which means even during a 100-year flood event, the river water won’t enter the area inside the levee.

The 100-year event means the river rising to that level has 1 percent chance of happening in any given year.

Sienna Plantation LID has internal channels and lakes that protect against flooding from rain that falls inside the levee system.

There are outfall stations which contain a series of gates that allow water during heavy rains from inside the levee to flow and fall into the Brazos River.

When the water in the river gets high enough, the gates are closed to keep the water from the river flowing back into the area protected by the levee.

flooded, but there is no structure susceptible to damage and the feild will be back to use once the water recedes.

Meanwhile, Fort Bend County Pct. 1 Commissioner Richard Morrison is calling for a fresh study of the Brazos River flood plain and flood way in Rosenberg’s outskirts in the Beadle Road/Stratman Road area, south of FM 359 where Fort Bend County LID No. 21 is being proposed.

During the recent floods, water entered the area well beyond the line marked as flood plain zone by the Federal Emergency Management Agency flood maps, according to Morrison.

Morrison is of the view that the existing LIDs downstream cause the water level to rise in the areas not protected by a levee system elsewhere.

Morrison says he is not sure exactly how much the water level rises in the unprotected areas because of the LIDs, but experts should be able to revisit the issue and study it, he says.

The current regulations stipulate that any new LID being formed should provide engineering evidence that it will not cause flooding elsewhere.

But that regulation has become suspect because of the recent flooding witnessed in the unincorporated area of Fort Bend County.

Morrison plans to write to the county engineer and the Drainage District to study the problem and provide answers before

Ring in the 4th with patriotic concert

Coleman Locke, FBSO musician. Photo: Coleman Locke Bring the family for an evening of fireworks and patriotic music as we celebrate America! The Fort Bend Symphony’s performance is part of the official City of Stafford July 4th celebration at the Stafford Centre. Just before the fireworks light up the sky at 9 p.m., the Symphony lights up the evening with a patriotic showcase of American music. The performance features traditional marches such as John Phillip Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever and Washington Post March, joined by Leroy Anderson’s fast-paced March of the Two Left Feet. Also on the program: Battle Hymn (of the Republic), American Patrol, Armed Forces Salute, The American Frontier and Oh, Susannah. The audience will also enjoy music from American film scores, including selections for orchestra from Oklahoma, Grease, Pink Panther and The Entertainer. The concert is free of charge.

Fort Bend Democrats strike it rich at state convention

Democrats from Fort Bend County attended the Texas Democratic convention in San Antonio last weekend and came away with several prized elected positions in the party.

The largest Texas Democratic convention in the history of the state rallied behind the nomination of Secretary Hillary Clinton for President and excitement about taking back congress to the blue column.

One of the functions of the convention is to elect delegates to the national convention and party officers.

Fort Bend elected a record number of people to positions

within the state party.

Kyle Longhofer of Richmond, Evelyn Wicks of Missouri City, Nishan Khan of Sugar Land, and Rodney Griffin of Missouri City were elected to be national delegates for Hillary Clinton at the Democratic national convention in Philadelphia in July.

Don Bankston of Richmond, Susan Clark of Missouri City, Farhan Shamsi of Katy, and Rodney Griffin of Missouri City were elected to the State Democratic Executive Committee, the governing body of the Texas See PARTY, PAGE 2

LIONS CLUB CITIZENSHIP AWARD. The Sugar Land Lions Club has awarded their 40th Annual Citizenship Award to Sugar Land Middle School Eighth Grader, Bryce Vanek. He was elected by the Teacher’s Facility at Sugar Land Middle School as an outstanding Student worthy of the Annual Citizenship Award. Congratulations, Bryce ! Pictured left to right are Ella Aubin, Lions Club Tail Twister, Bryce Vanek, Winner and Ray Lehrmann, 3rd Vice-President of the Sugar Land Lions Club. Each year the Sugar Land Lions Club searches for an outstanding student who may be deserving of their Citizenship Award.

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NEWS Sienna Plantation opens new luxury models with breath of fresh air

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Approximately 100 business leaders, real estate elite and community members experienced a breath of fresh air — literally — while touring two new luxury model homes recently opened in Sienna Plantation.

Above, right, All smiles at the recent grand opening of two luxury model homes in Sienna Plantation were, from left, Tom and Jackie Wilcox, Larry and Suzie Johnson, Christen Johnson, Linda and Chuck Howell, and Alvin San Miguel.

Visitors had the ďŹ rst look eling its Baxter design, one of breakfast area and overlooks a at well-appointed models by four plans the builder oers pool and gazebo in the backGracepoint Homes and Toll in Fox Bend. Highlights of yard.

Architectural details such as Brothers in the gated neigh- the ďŹ ve-bedroom design are borhood of Fox Bend in the a double kitchen island and beamed and tray ceilings are Village of Sawmill Lake dur- ample outdoor living areas, accents reminiscent of a cusing an elegant evening staged including a front porch, side tom home.

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Toll Brothers is present- in the Village of Sawmill soothing scents that cleared your mind, reduced your ing its Sandhaven design as Lake. Under construction now stress levels and put you in its model home in Fox Bend. is the Sawmill Lake Club, a a lovely mood to tour these Built as a ďŹ ve-bedroom home, lakeside recreation complex gorgeous new model homes,â€? the model greets guests with that will feature a water park, said Christen Johnson, senior a dual staircase of hardwood ďŹ tness area and upscale clubhouse. vice president of marketing steps and tile risers.

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Party From Page 1 Democratic Party.

Fort Bend County is one of few counties in the state to have multiple members on this prestigious committee.

Fort Bend County also had representation on the major committees of the convention: Don Bankston of Richmond, along with Sarah Slaman and Daisy Mitchell, both of Mis-

souri City, City were elected to the Nominations Committee, Shapnik Khan of Sugar Land was elected to the Party OďŹƒcers Nomination Committee, Carol Wright of Katy to the Platform Committee, Megan Hedman of Katy to the Rules Committee, and Pushpa Nellikkattil of Houston to the Credentials Committee.

Bankston, Fort Bend’s longest continuous serving member of the state executive

committee, remarked remarked, “Our committee delegation to the state convention looked like the face of Fort Bend County. “The diversity Fort Bend brings to the state party makes us stronger and better able to solve the problems facing Texas in education, equal pay for equal work, and cuts to state programs that merely pass the buck to county taxpayers.�

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LETTERS Perspectives on Sugar Land mayoral election To the Editor: I’ve read the article several times and there is no doubt in my mind that you intended to portray Himesh as betraying the indian community. I’ll take your word for it that you don’t personally feel this way. I disagree with you your final comment. Someone what votes for a candidate solely because he is a certain race is a racist by definition. His only criteria is race. This obviously happens on both sides. Why not write an article about Myatt Hancock betraying the white race by supporting Jajoo.

You could have likely found some anonymous sources that would have supported this view.

The story should be that an Indian councilman, who remains integrated in the indian community (going to mosques and temples as you suggest) has the guts to come out for a candidate that is not indian because he thinks he would be the best candidate despite the political fallout it may have in the future.

And in terms of timing, I’m sure it was a difficult decision for Himesh because he knew the backlash that would come with the decision with the fan being flamed by articles like yours.

Thanks, Jared Jameson Sugar Land

To the Editor: I read your Opinion in the 6-15-16 edition. I think maybe there is an issue that you did not mention. Mud slinging. For a number of months prior to the election, I was on the email lists of both candidates. Both impressed me as being reasonably qualified candidates. Both made good points in the emails I was receiving. I initially felt that Sugar Land would be okay with either one.

As the election got nearer, and especially during the runoff, Mr. Jajoo’s emails began slinging a lot of mud in Zimmerman’s direction, which I

think is unprofessional and is a turnoff.

My guess is Zimmerman, by slinging less mud, became the more likeable guy.

And in an election where both candidates were qualified, voters simply went with the one they liked the most. Pretty simple.

I’ve always liked reading your articles and opinion letters Seshadri, so please keep doing such a good job of covering what is going on in our city.

To the Editor, In a true democratic manner the election of City of Sugar Land has now concluded.

Joe Zimmerman is our Honorable Mayor. Himesh Gandhi and Mary Joyce are our Honorable Council Members. More importantly, their esteemed spouses are tremendous assets to the community. A welldeserved Congratulation to all.

We are one nation under God with liberty and justice for all.

Also, we are fortunate that we celebrate diversity in the City of Sugar Land better than anywhere else.

In light of current events in Orlando and around the globe, we all must stand shoulder to shoulder to protect our fellow citizens and coming generations of Americans from evil.

Now allow me to share my candid thoughts about the recent election.

The “sausage-making” pro-

cess of democratic systems is far from perfect. With changes in social values and the advent of social media, bad new travels much faster than the good news. During the campaign, there have been some undesired and humiliating emails that against the Indian-American community – or certain candidates – with unfair and insulting narrative.

No matter how the process unfolds, fairness and integrity of the information should be maintained. People can see what is happening in a given situation and form their own opinion.

Additionally, it is my observation that some discontent with Councilman Gandhi was due to the lack of his being forthright and upfront regarding his action.

The challenge for the IndianAmerican community – as with any other ethnic group in our

society – is the perception of alternate guise.

It is unfortunate but as I mentioned above, it is a fact that this part of political sausage-making is not a pleasant endeavor.

In the end, however, the outcome becomes acceptable to all.

As grown-ups, we must rise above the fray and be understanding.

Individuals and communities alike can come together for the common good.

Our faith teaches us to take the high road and move forward.

Needless to say, the IndianAmerican community has been part of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County for over 50 years, and believes in working hard and playing by the rules.

Moreover the Indian-American community is educated and professional, and encompasses a broad set of perspectives. The

Indian-American community is engaged in making a positive difference in the community by volunteering, donating resources and supporting worthy causes.

As a caring citizenry, let us create an environment of unity, harmony and understanding and let the past remain there.

Let us all feel the fortune of being blessed to live in a land that allows this type of discourse – God Bless America!

FBISD approves construction contracts for two schools The construction of Fort Bend ISD’s 48th elementary school and 15th middle school will soon begin in the southeast area of the fast-growing District. During a board workshop and called meeting June 6, 2016, the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees approved construction service agreements for both schools, which will be located in the Sienna Plantation community.

Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc. will oversee construction of both campuses. Elementary School 48 is a two-story elementary school and will be 123,079 square feet. The construction costs of $25,559,000 will be funded through the 2014 Bond Program, and the District plans to open the school for the beginning of the 2017-2018 school year.

Middle School 15, part of the 2007 Bond Program, will be 228,566 square feet and will cost $47,550,000. Construction of the school is planned to begin within the next few months, and the DisTHE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 434TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 31st day of May, 2016 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND COUNTY vs.

RUDOLFO ARlAS, AKA RUDOLFO ARIAS SR, ET AL in Cause# 15-DCV223721 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 5th day of July, 2016, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 774693108 of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1; GEO: 6600000041900907 LOT NINETEEN (19), IN BLOCK FOUR (4), OF ROSEDALE ADDITION, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, A SUBDIVISION RECORDED IN VOLUME 393 ON PAGE &5 OF THE DEED RECORDS, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 8th day of June, 2016 as the property of RUDOLFO ARIAS AKA RUDOLFO ARIAS, SR to satisfy a judgment amounting to $5,851.17, representing delinquent taxes, penalties; interest, and attorney’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

trict plans to open the school for the start of the 2018-2019 school year.

The schools share a 47-acre site. During the June 6 board meeting, the FBISD administration announced Sienna developers recently agreed to construct traffic improvements in the area of Waters Lake Boulevard and Sienna Parkway.

“The safety of our students, staff members and families is always the District’s primary concern, and we appreciate Sienna’s partnership in addressing concerns brought up in the planning process,” said Dr. Charles Dupre, the FBISD Superintendent of Schools.

“By agreeing to expedite the

construction of millions of dollars in road improvements and improving accessibility in the area, the developers are demonstrating they share a commitment to our community. We are looking forward to the completion of these two schools, fulfilling promises made to our taxpayers.”

“The new elementary school and middle school are welcome additions to the six Fort Bend schools currently serving our community. With these additional schools, FBISD is making great strides improving the education experience within Sienna Plantation.” said Alvin San Miguel, general manager of the Sienna Plantation community.

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE OPENING DATE OF July 12, 2016 AT 2:00 p.m.

Sealed RESPONSES for the provision qualifications for a Medical Director for Missouri City Fire and Rescue.

RSQ # 17-006 Medical Director for Missouri City Fire and Rescue 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 the Sealed Bid Box, City of Missouri City Purchasing Office, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489, prior to the acceptance deadline. Responses marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Responses are opened in public in the City Hall Council Chambers on July 12, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.

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.

Thank you, John G. James Sugar Land

Naren Patel Sugar Land

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 19th day of May, 2016 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 13-DCV-210789 in favor of the Plaintiff- Hunters Glen, Section V, Homeowners Association Plaintiff, for the sum of $5,603.01 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 9th day of June, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) Augusta Williams and Rhonda Williams had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 1st floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 12, BLOCK 7, OF HUNTERS GLEN, SECTION V, A SUBDIVISION OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT SLIDES 669A, 668B AND 669A IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $114,290.00 Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/ or Order of Sale issued on the 3rd day of May, 2016 by the 268th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 14-DCV-214491 in favor of the Plaintiff- Mission Glen Homeowners Association, Inc Plaintiff, for the sum of $6,820.88 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 5th day of July, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s)Bennie Brazell III and Janice M. Brazell, AKA Janice Willims Brazell had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 1st floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT FIVE (5), IN BLOCK ONE (1), OF MISSION GLEN, SECTION TWO (2), AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 565/B AND 566/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY; MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 15630 SCHUMANN LANE, HOUSTON, TEXAS ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $118,060.00 Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

INSURANCE

Gun ownership & Concealed handgun liability

By BASIL HOUSEWRIGHT Many people own guns and firearms of all types. Previously there were very restrictive laws in Texas about when and where you could be in possession of firearms or particular types of firearms.

Recently Texas laws changed making the carrying of firearms or particular types of firearms unconcealed (open carry) and/or concealed more liberal.

Your concealed handgun license and hunting or sporting firearm ownership come with a lot of responsibility and risks, including the risk of shooting someone accidentally or intentionally while protecting yourself or your family.

Typically your homeowner’s insurance policy provides personal liability insurance coverage in case you are responsible for injuring someone or for damaging property belonging to others.

If you are sued, the policy typically will pay the costs of hiring an attorney to defend you. If you are determined to be legally responsible for the injury or damage, the home insurance policy typically will pay the amount needed to settle the claim against you, subject to the limit of liability you purchased and shown on the information page (declarations

Housewright,Jr. page) of your home insurance policy.

However, the liability coverage on your homeowner’s insurance policy typically comes with a number of exceptions (called exclusions).

One exception typically excludes coverage for liability arising from an intentional act, such as shooting someone, even if the shooting is considered justified in the eyes of the law.

Also typically homeowner’s insurance policies sold by many insurance companies contain an exception to the intentional acts exclusion.

This exception typically states this exclusion does not apply to injury or damage resulting from “the use of reasonable force…to protect persons or property.” You should read your own home insurance policy or ask your agent to determine if this exception is found in your particular home insurance policy.

You should not necessarily rest easy if your policy contains the “reasonable force” exception, because what may be “reasonable” to you may not be “reasonable” to the insurance company or to a judge or jury should the matter end up in court.

You may want to consider purchasing a special insurance policy designed for concealed weapon licensees and gun owners. Several state and national organizations, including the NRA and USCCA offer such policies. Also remember the best course of action is use good judgement and take extremely close care when handling or carrying firearms of any type.

And make sure that firearms which you own or are in your possession are stored in a safe and secure location and/or device to assure no others can access and use them especially children.

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.

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OPINION

AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOODS

The DeWalt Heritage Center

By CAROLYN BOWDEN It all began in February 2006 by cutting a historic home into two pieces and moving it three miles down one of the busiest highways in the county.

Just a few months before the move, the house was destined to be dismantled for salvage. The move stands as proof of the determination of the widespread community effort to preserve this tangible component of Fort Bend County history.

Efforts were focused on renovating the home with help from a wide variety of dedicated volunteers.

Fort Bend County Museum staff and volunteers spent eight months preparing the house and grounds, collecting artifacts and creating exhibits.

A special treat was two stained glass windows made especially for the house by local artist Ed Schwer and installed in the second floor front door and transom. Doz-

Bowden ens of volunteers, from Girl Scouts to retirees, helped out.

It was a community-wide effort.

Special work days were set aside every few weeks to accomplish major tasks. Fundraising campaigns such as “Dropping Pennies for Dew House” involved school children in the project.

Community organizations also joined together to raise money for the renovations

and brought in nearly $40,000 in cash and $10,000 in in-kind donations.

The Center is designed to preserve East Fort Bend County history and provide a historic venue for community events.

For additional information about the Center and its seasonal events and activities go to their web site: www. fortbendmuseum.org/dewaltheritage-center The DeWalt Heritage Center Facebook page: www. facebook.com/dewaltheritagecenter/ You can also subscribe to the DeWalt Heritage Center Newsletter at the Museum websites.

Mailing address: * DeWalt Heritage Center, Fort Bend County Museum Association, P. O. Box 460,Richmond, Texas 774060460; Phone: 281-342-1256 GENERAL INFORMATION: The DeWalt Heritage Center is located in Kitty Hollow

Park, 9555 Highway 6 South, Missouri City, Texas 77459 near the Sienna Plantation subdivision and the Fort Bend Parkway Toll Road.

The House is open to the public for no-cost volunteer led tours on Sundays from 1-4 p.m., except holidays. Tours include exhibits depicting the history of the DeWalt community and the Dew family.

If you have specific questions or are interested in volunteering, contact Special Project Historian Diane Ware: dware@fortbendmuseum.org.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Spring/Summer: Youth Art Month (March).

Winning art produced by local students, K-12, is displayed throughout Dew House.

Cost: FREE Thematic Tea Party for adults and young people. A delightful afternoon of yummy eats, fancy hats and entertainment.

Cost: ticket price determined by cost of refreshments.

Yard and Porch Sale. The public is invited to donate and/ or purchase items to support our museum.

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS

§ § §

FORT BEND COUNTY

BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Constable of said County, I have on May 19 & 25, 2016, seized, levied upon, and will on the first Tuesday in July, 2016, the same being the 5th day of said month, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, Texas 77469, between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Fort Bend and the State of Texas, to-wit:

Sale Acct # Cause # # Judgment Date Order Issue Date

Style of Case

Legal Description

Adjudged Value

Estimated Minimum Bid

$202,210.00

$15,000.00

460000041009190 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. H. P. NORTH 65 FT OF LT 9, BLK 7 41, MAGNOLIA PLACE, VOL RUSSELL, ET AL 2, PG 6 & VOL 203, PG 50* MAY 12, 2016

$900.00

$900.00

15-DCV220509 03/29/16

11.89 ACRES MORE OR LESS, 007600000044090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. WILLIE LEE JOHNSON PETERS J. RANDON LEAGUE, ABST 1 76, VOL 177, PG 611* (Acct# MAY 12, 2016 0076000000440901 & 0076000000440R01)

$6,480.00

$6,480.00

4

15-DCV225000 03/19/16

019100000072090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. A. E. NORTH 1/2 OF LT 18 OF WEST & SCHENCK SUBD, BOYD 7 VOL 1, PG 13* MAY 12, 2016

$1,250.00

$1,250.00

5

15-DCV227373 03/29/16

780001001014090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 7 CYNTHIA ARCHER, ET AL MAY 12, 2016

$749,580.00

$47,500.00

1

13-DCV211045 03/29/16

429803003001090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. ODILICHUKWU O. OKAFOR 7 MAY 12, 2016

2

14-DCV215814 03/18/16

3

LT 1 IN BLK 3 F KINGSBRIDGE VILLAGE, SEC 3, REC'D IN SLIDE# 2410/B*

LT 14, BLK 1 SWEETWATER, SEC 1, VOL 28, PG 15*

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fort Bend County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

RECENT CHANGES IN THE PROPERTY TAX CODE NOW REQUIRE PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY TO HAVE A STATEMENT FROM THE FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE. Dated at Richmond, Texas, May 19 and 25, 2016 Constable Rob Cook Fort Bend County, Texas

By Deputy

Cost: whatever you purchase Fall/Winter Rotating exhibit installation. Past exhibits have commemorated the Dew family through the history of quilts, the community service of Ruth Dew Lalley and their involvement in World War I, which will be updated for 2016.

Cost: FREE Wassail Celebration (December). The first Sunday is dedicated to musical performances by local schools, cookies and punch and a visit from Santa.

Cost: FREE Note: Check the Fort Bend Museum website or the DeWalt Heritage Center Facebook page to learn details and listings for additional events.

Donations are greatly appreciated to sponsor tours and FREE events.

(“It is a great challenge to record the history of a community and be as close to the truth as is possible. My resources were professional historians who had researched and written the history of the DeWalt Community beginning in the mid 1800’s.

Also these six DeWalt columns were edited by family members who shared personal stories. The writing was intense but I was able to do it because I have been encouraged since August 2012 by the readers of my columns.”

Carolyn Bowden) These six DeWalt columns were edited by the following: Diane L. Ware, Linda “Muffie” Moroney, Sue (Brinkman) Alston and Alice Dew DeWalt Hahn.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 11th day of April, 2016 by the 268111 Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 15-DCV223570 in favor of the PlaintiffWeston Lakes Property Owners Association, Inc. Plaintiff, for the sum of $14,635.57 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 2nd day of May, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) - Jeffray R. Alter and Maria P. Alter, AKA M. P. Alter had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 1st floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT FIFTEEN (15), IN BLOCK SEVENTEEN (17), OF WESTON LAKES, SECTION (7), AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 9301A & B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4602 WESTON DRIVE, FULSHEAR, TEXAS 77441.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $361,790.00

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on Monday next following the expiration of forty-two days from the date of issuance of this citation, same being July 11, 2016 a default judgment may be taken against you. Said answer may be filed by mailing same to: District Clerk’s Office, 301 Jackson, Richmond, Texas 77469, or by bringing it to the office. Our street address is 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Richmond TX 77469.

We are located on the first floor of the Justice Center building. The case is presently pending before the 240TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas, and was filed on December 22, 2015. It ears cause number 15-DCV-228755 and is styled: Appeal Properties, LLC vs Green Point Servicing, Arlando Jacobs, Jacorp Industries, Inc., Dorothy CdC Winston Cook, and Lyndon Delk.

The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: TIMOTHY M MCDANIEL IRELAN MCDANIEL 440 LOUISIANA STREET SUITE 1800 HOUSTON TX 77002 713-222-7666 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: THAT GREENPOINT LOAN SERVICING AND ARLANDO JACOBS, ARE LIABLE TO APPEAL PROPERTIES FOR FRAUD, STATUTORY FRAUD, AND RECORDING A FRAUDULENT LIEN ON THE PROPERTY WHICH IS LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOW: LOT 14, IN BLOCK 3 OF WOODSTREAM, SECTION ONE, AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 28, PG 3 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS (THE “PROPERTY”) If this Citation is not served, it shall be returned unserved. Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, at Richmond, Texas on this the 25th day of May, 2016.

District Clerk Annie Rebecca Elliott Fort Bend County,Texas

By Deputy District Clerk Debra Elizando 281-344-3959

Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

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The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP., attorney for plaintiffs, at (713) 844-3576

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AUTOMOBILE: Toyota Prius

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Nearly two decades before “disrupting” became a good thing to do, Toyota did it by launching the first mass production gasoline/electric hybrid vehicle, the Prius. After selling more than 3.5 million worldwide and helping steer the industry toward hybridization, Toyota is introducing another disruptor -- the all-new fourth-generation 2016 Prius.

The new version of this global green icon takes it farther with a more striking design, expected higher fuel economy ratings and greater ride comfort. New levels of driving satisfaction and refinement will reward the Prius faithful and surprise those new to a hybrid.

The new Prius is longer, lower and wider than its predecessors so offers more interior room and provides a more planted stance for handling agility. The 2016 Prius is anticipating fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG

highway / 52 MPG. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway thanks to less weight and optimized aerodynamics.

Interior style includes the wrap-around dash design, form-hugging seats, ease of controls and enhanced visibility. The new Prius interior is also quieter than the previous model.

The 2016 Prius is among the first U.S. models to offer Toyota a new safety package anchored by automatic precollision braking. It bundles pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist, full-speed dynamic radar cruise control and automatic high beams.

The new Prius comes in six grades: Prius Two, Prius Two Eco, Prius 3, Prius Three Touring, Prius Four and Prius Four Touring.

The Prius’ hybrid synergy drive combines the output of a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine and two motor/gen-

erators through an electronically controlled planetary-type continuously variable transmission. The 2016 Prius has smaller, lighter hybrid components, including a new lithiumion hybrid battery. The smaller and flatter battery allows more cargo space.

New standard Bi-LED headlamps dominate the Prius’ front fascia. The rear combination lamps express the distinctive lines of the Prius. A backup camera is standard on all grades.

The platform the Prius rides on is a new high-strength structure with new doublewishbone independent rear suspension. It provides a lower center of gravity and a much improved and much smoother, quieter ride.

Even when slowing down, the Prius conserves energy.

The regenerative brake system switches the motor into a generator to recover kinetic energy of the still-turning wheels as electrical power, which is then

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stored in the hybrid battery.

More safety equipment on the Prius is the electronically controlled brake system.

It uses sensors to detect how much the driver is pressing the brake pedal and determines how much brake force is required. The system coordinates control between the hybrid system’s regenerative braking and the hydraulic brake force.

Brake calipers are aluminum, like on exotic sports cars.

The 2016 Prius sports a new 4.2-inch full-color multiinformation display and the content can be changed using steering wheel controls. The display provides a multitude of readouts from hybrid energy information and the driver can choose how much information to receive.

The Prius comes ready to connect you to your world via Entune Audio systems. It is standard on Prius Two and Prius Two Eco grades and includes the Entune Multimedia Bundle (6.1 in. touch-screen display, AM/FM CD player, six speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod connectivity and control, ad-

vanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology), plus Siri Eyes Free mode and integrated backup camera display.

The 2016 Prius is one of the first Toyota models to feature a safety package that detects obstacles and automatically applies the brakes. It includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert, automatic high beam and full speed radar cruise control that works in stop and go traffic.

The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the 2016 Prius ranges from $24,200 for the Prius Two model to $30,000 for the Prius Four Touring.

The test drive model was the Prius Two Eco, which provided a surprising and highly appreciated easy ride, and retails for $24,700.

The increased size of the passenger cabin was also a bonus and the drive was more fun. Toyota has definitely made numerous improvements to this smart compact sedan.

The Prius won’t disappoint.

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS

BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

§ § §

FORT BEND COUNTY

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on May 26, 2016, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in July, 2016, the same being the 5th day of said month, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, Texas 77469, between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Fort Bend and the State of Texas, to-wit: Sale #

The only thing intelligent about this film is those who choose not to see it. I’m a big fan of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Kevin “Funnyman” Hart, but this movie is a stinker.

Johnson plays a big galoot who was the fat kid in high school but “I worked out six hours every day for twenty years.” And that dumpy, sometimes nude, kid who was the butt of cruel jokes by his high school classmates turned out to be Mr. Muscles on-top-of-muscles Bob Stone.

So is anyone in the CIA? That’s part of the mystique of this action comedy if, in fact, “mystique” is the right word, but let’s just say that at some point Dwayne Johnson’s character claims to be involved in some international shenanigans and some bad guys may or may not be chasing him and shooting at him repeatedly. There were about a thousand shots fired, but very little blood.

Bob Stone is kind-hearted and sometimes skillfully chooses to hit an attacker in the head with a swinging refrigerator door or shooting an ink cartridge in mid-air thus confusing and blinding the aggressors rather than committing outright brutality. Director Rawson Marshall Thurber of “We’re the Millers” (2013) was going for laughs. Being named Rawson probably gave him some insight into high school bullying.

Meanwhile, Stone’s high school idol, Calvin “The Jet” Joyner (Hart) is a going-nowhere accountant and refuses to get involved with said shenanigans, but Bob Stone keeps pulling him back in. And CJ keeps yelling in that Kevin Hart big-mouth, big teeth style that we love - “I’m not IN.” So our two doofuses dig deeper and run harder while many people with SIG Sauer semi-automatic pistols are chasing them and shooting very near where they are standing.

The characters are appropriately developed, but the plot is dumb as a board. Or is that a sack of hammers? I get those confused. There are a few laughs and I admit to several giggles and/or chortles, but primarily, I was looking at my watch; for 107 minutes.

Amy Ryan from “The Office” as Agent Pamela Harris was the big winner as she once again exhibited her understated humor and charm without getting pulled under by scatter-brain male leads. There are at least two surprise cameos; their names aren’t even listed in the cast, but their small parts were outstanding and some of the few highlights.

Rock ‘n Roll.

Grade 71. Larry H.

Cause # Judgment Date

Acct # Order Issue Date

Style of Case

Legal Description

Adjudged Value

Estimated Minimum Bid

$140,160.00

$19,600.00

005701850000090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. EMMA 3.0 ACRES INTEREST INTO 11.717 8 JEAN HAYES, AKA EMMA ACRES, MORE OR LESS, NORTH ROBINSON HAYES, ET AL CORNER LT 19, KENDALL, VOL MAY 12, 2016 11, PG 423*

$18,340.00

$3,700.00

14-DCV217748 03/18/16

660000003130090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. DOMINGO SANDOVAL, JR., ET 7 AL MAY 12, 2016

LT13, BLK 3, ROSEDALE ADDN, VOL 393, PG 86*

$16,800.00

$6,000.00

4

15-DCV224276 03/29/16

LT 13, BLK 5, SEC 1, BRAZOS VALLEY, VOL 371, PG 142*

$300.00

$300.00

5

15-DCV224276 03/29/16

186501005013090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 1 HOUSTON COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG MAY 12, 2016 ABUSE FKA HOUSTON REGIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM, INC. 186501005014090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 1 HOUSTON COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG MAY 12, 2016 ABUSE FKA HOUSTON REGIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM, INC.

LT 14, BLK 5, BRAZOS VALLEY, SEC 1, VOL 371, PG 142

$300.00

$300.00

1

14-DCV215024 03/18/16

009500000068090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. LUPE 6 O. GUTIERREZ, AKA LUPE ORTEGA GUTIERREZ, ET AL MAY 12, 2016

2

14-DCV216490 03/29/16

3

1 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, BARNABAS WICKSON SURV, ABST 95, LT 17, EXHIBIT A, CLERK'S FILE # 9213934*

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fort Bend County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

RECENT CHANGES IN THE PROPERTY TAX CODE NOW REQUIRE PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY TO HAVE A STATEMENT FROM THE FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE. Dated at Richmond, Texas, May 26, 2016 Constable R. L. Ramirez Fort Bend County, Texas By Deputy Notes: The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value.

However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP., attorney for plaintiffs, at (713) 844-3576

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FORT BEND REAL ESTATE

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Meadows Place•Meadow Crest•4/2.5/2 Meadows Place•Bloomington• 3/2/2 Meadows Place • Dorrance • 3/2/2

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$269,000

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SOLD

$182,500 $182,500

$218,000

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NOTICE OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS RECRUITMENT APPLICATION DEADLINE JULY 20, 2016 The City of Sugar Land relies on specialized boards and commissions, made up of residents living within the corporate city limits, to assist with community decision-making processes. Currently there are no known vacancies.

Annually, City Council gives strong consideration to both the reappointment of incumbents and to new applicant appointees; reviewing incumbents performance, attendance, expertise, experience, and decision-making ability when considering reappointments. For a listing of boards and commissions visit the city website http://www.sugarlandtx.gov/index.aspx?nid=130.

Applications are being accepted up to 5:00 p.m., July 20, 2016. All applications must be submitted electronically through the city website “Serve Sugar Land Volunteer Opportunities”. https://volunteer.sugarlandtx.gov/be-a-volunteer.

It is recommended that you SAVE your application responses in a word-type document and cut and paste the responses into the application.

Application Review Process City Council in August will review all applications submitted for board and commission openings or reappointment consideration. From the applicant pool, City Council will select nominees for further consideration. Due to the number of applicants, only nominees will be contacted.

Nominees will be invited to participate in a brief in-person interview with City Council and will be asked to briefly respond to questions. If you are notified of an interview schedule, please review your response to the questionnaires prior to your interview, as City Council will be interested in your thoughts.

Appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions will be made September 2016, with interviews held in late August.

For more information on the board and commission application, nomination, interview and appointment process, please contact the Office of the City Secretary, 281-275-2730 or e-mail ggundermann@sugarlandtx.gov.

Glenda Gundermann, TRMC, CMC City Secretary

CSJ: 2105-01-036 PARCEL: 12A Part 1 & Part 2 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF FORT BEND § TO: THE UNKNOWN SHAREHOLDERS OF TEXAS SALT COMPANY, A DELAWARE CORPORATION, A CANCELLED DELAWARE CORPORATION, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JACK L. BENNETT, deceased, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown; EVELYN Hoop BENNETT whose whereabouts are unknown, and if deceased, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EVELYN HOOP BENNETT, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown.

You are each hereby notified that a hearing will be held at 10:00 o’clock a.m., on the first Monday after the expiration of forty-two (42) days from the date of issuance hereof, that is to say Monday, the 11th day of July, 2016, and at the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview Dr., Richmond, TX 77469 to assess the damages of the owner of the property being condemned.

The State of Texas filed a Petition for Condemnation with the Judge of the County Court at Law No. 5 of Fort Bend County, Texas, on the 24th day of February, 2016, in Cause No. 16-CCV-056790 which is styled The State of Texas v. Raymond Hugh Goodrich, Et Ux, Et Al. The Plaintiff is the State of Texas. The Defendants are: THE UNKNOWN SHAREHOLDERS OF TEXAS SALT COMPANY, A DELAWARE CORPORATION, A CANCELLED DELAWARE CORPORATION, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JACK L. BENNETT, deceased, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown; EVELYN HOOP BENNETT whose whereabouts are unknown, and if deceased, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EVELYN HOOP BENNETT, whose identities and whereabouts are unknown, and, if any of them be deceased, their respective heirs and legal representatives, if any; RAYMOND HUGH GOODRICH; and wife, MARY MELISSA HALBERT GOODRICH; LUCY GOODRICH CHEADLE, A SINGLE WOMAN; HART LATIMER GOODRICH; and wife, AMY FIRESTONE GOODRICH; THE SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES OF ALL TRUST CREATED UNDER THE WILL OF A. J. ADAMS, JR., PROBATE No.149695 HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; ARACELI GONZALEZ, and husband, ANTONIO GONZALEZ; EDWIN A. BAIZA; and wife, PATRICIA JOSSELIN LOPEZ DE BAIZA; CENTERPOINT ENERGY, INC., A TEXAS CORPORATION; DIANE DICKSON; and husband, CHESTER {CHET) DICKSON; SUSAN E. ANDREWS; and husband, G. RANDALL {RANDY) ANDREWS; KTRK TELEVISION, INC., A MICHIGAN CORPORATION; and FOX TELEVISION STATIONS, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION. The name and address of the attorney for Plaintiff is Samantha H. Kessler, Assistant Attorney General, P. 0. Box 12548, Austin, Texas, 78711-2548.

This suit is an eminent domain proceeding in which the State of Texas is condemning a tract ofland located in Fort Bend County, Texas, Being a total of 4.5831 acre (199,640 square feet) parcel of land situated in the Thomas Hobermaker Survey, Abstract No. 191 of Fort Bend County, Texas; said 4.5831 acre parcel of land being out of a 55.54 acre (calculated) residual tract out of those certain tracts described in the following deeds: 1.) Elouise Adams Nazro to Jane Adams Jones (deceased) and Julia H. Adams, 50% interest recorded in Volume 819, page 510, Fort Bend County Deed Records (F.B.C.D.R.), dated January 6, 1979; 2.) Hart Latimer Goodrich, Independent Administrator of Jane Adams Jones Estate to Raymond Hugh Goodrich 1/3 interest, Lucy Goodrich Cheadle 1/3 interest, Hart Latimer Goodrich 1/3 interest, 50% interest in called 68.88 acres, recorded under Fort Bend County clerk’s File (F.B.C.C.F.) No. 1999082935, Official Public Records of Fort Bend County (O.P.R.F.B.C.) dated September 10, 1999; 3.) Last Will and Testament of A. J. Adams, Jr. a/k/a Andrew Jackson Adams, Jr., to Julia Harrison Adams, wife, Ruth B. Adams a/k/a Ruth Adams Bronz, Elouise Adams, a/k/a Elouise Adams Cooper, and Andrew Jackson Adams, III, recorded in Volume 1237, Page 404, Official Records Fort Bend County (O.R.F.B.C.) dated January 24, 1978; said 4.5831 also being out of Lots 1 through 31, and Lot 35, of the A. J. Adams & Bro Subdivision, recorded in Volume 1, Page 11, Plat Records of Fort Bend County such property being fully described in Exhibit “A” of Plaintiff ’s Petition for Condemna- tion filed under the above-referenced cause number.

The interests of these Defendants are that they either own or claim an interest in said property, subject to unpaid accrued taxes.

You are further notified that you may appear at the hearing before the Special Commissioners and present evidence you desire on the issue of damages to be assessed against the State. If you do not appear at the hearing, the Special Commissioners may proceed to assess the damages of the owner of the property being condemned.

If this Notice is not served within ninety (90) days after its issuance, it shall be returned forthwith.

ISSUED this 25th day of May, 2016.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Aliana, Sec. 49, 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

Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk

Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324 NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 20th day of April, 2016 by the 434th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 14-DCV-213495 in favor of the Plaintiff - Mission Glen Homeowners Association, Inc Plaintiff, for the sum of $6,308.60 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 9th day of May, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s)- Roy H. Arceneaux and Tamie T. Watson had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 151 floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 77, IN BLOCK 4, OF AMENDED PLAT OF MISSION GLEN, SECTION 3, AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 678/A OF THE MAP/PLAT OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS; MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 15859 RIVERSIDE GROVE DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $131,590.00 Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Bonbrook Plantation North, Sec. 10, 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.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 19th day of May, 2016 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 14-DCV-217441 in favor of the Plaintiff- Townewest Homeowners Association, Inc. Plaintiff, for the sum of $4,533.42 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 9th day of June, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s)- Martin Rodriguez and Sonia E. Rodriguez had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 151 floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 26, BLOCK 5, OF TOWNEWEST, SECTION ONE, A SUBDIVISION OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AT VOLUME 632, PAGE 713 IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $127,190.00 Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M.

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THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 434TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 31st day of May, 2016, by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL vs. OSWALD S. CARLTON, V in Cause# 15-DCV-224463 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 1 0:00 0’ Clock AM on the 5th day of July, 2016, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas, 7469-3108 of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT I: GEO: 3780080050360907 LOT THIRTY-SIX (36), IN BLOCK FIVE (S), OF THE GROVE, SECTION EIGHT (8), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN SLIDE NO(S). 832/A AND 832/B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 7th day of June, 2016 as the property of OSWALD SNIDER CARLTON V to satisfy a judgment amounting to $10, 132.78, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attorney’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; PECAN GROVE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT; FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. Given under my hand and seal on this the 7th day of June, 2016.

Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324 THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 268TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 31st day of May, 2016, by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL vs. RACHEL MARIE SHELLING, ET AL in Cause# 15-DCV-226659 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 5th day of July, 2016, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 774693108 of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: GEO: 81313 I 0020 160907. Lot Sixteen (1 6), in Block Two (2), of SIENNA VILLAGE OF ANDERSON SPRINGS, SECTION THREE-B (3-B), an addition in Fort Bend County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Plat No. 20050085 of the Plat Records of Fort Bend County, Texas.

Levied on the 7th day of June,2016 as the property of RACHEL MARIE SHELLING, CHARLES WALTER SHELLING JR to satisfy a judgment amounting to $33,041.07, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attorney’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; SIENNA PLANTATION LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; SIENNA PLANTATION MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT# 10; FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. Given under my hand and seal on this the 7th day of June, 2016.

Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS addressed to Linbeck Group, LLC. on behalf of The City of Sugar Land for the interior signage package at the Smart Financial Centre will be received at the office of Linbeck Group, LLC., 3900 Essex Lane, Suite 1200, Houston, Texas 77027 on July 6, 2016 at 2:00 pm. All interested bidders must contact Stephen Clegg at 713-579-0072 or sclegg@linbeck.com in order to obtain the Bid Documents. Linbeck Group, LLC. and the City of Sugar Land reserve the right to reject any and all bids.

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR SEALED COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS Sealed Competitive Proposals will be received in the Office of Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., County Purchasing Agent, Fort Bend County, Travis Annex, 301 Jackson, Suite 201, Richmond, TX 77469 for the following until THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. CST). All proposals will then be opened in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Travis Annex, 301 Jackson, Suite 201, Richmond, TX 77469 and the names of the proposers made public. Proposals received after the specified time will be returned unopened. Solicitation and any and all addendums will be posted on Purchasing Agent’s website located at www.fortbendcountytx.gov.

RFP 17-002 – ONLINE HOMEWORK TUTOR Detailed pricing is required. Bonds are not required.

Fort Bend County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Signed: Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., Purchasing Agent Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR SEALED COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS Sealed Competitive Proposals will be received in the Office of Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., County Purchasing Agent, Fort Bend County, Travis Annex, 301 Jackson, Suite 201, Richmond, TX 77469 for the following until THURSDAY, July 7, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. CST). All proposals will then be opened in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Travis Annex, 301 Jackson, Suite 201, Richmond, TX 77469 and the names of the proposers made public. Proposals received after the specified time will be returned unopened. Solicitation and any and all addendums will be posted on Purchasing Agent’s website located at www.fortbendcountytx.gov.

RFP 17-003 – CONTINGENCY MEDICAL STAFFING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY RESPONSE Detailed pricing is required. Bonds are not required.

Fort Bend County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Signed: Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., Purchasing Agent Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 268TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on April 28, 2016 in cause numbered 12-DCV-197909 styled New Territory Residential Community Assoc Inc vs. Uzma & Khaja Atalullah, in which a judgment was rendered on January 22, 2013 in favor of New Territory Residential Community Assoc Inc for the sum of Eleven Thousand One Hundred Fifty Two Dollars and Eighty Nine Cents ($11,152.89); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ. I have levied upon the below listed property on May 31, 2016 and will on July 5, 2016, Tuesday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of Uzma & Khaja Atalullah to and in the following described Real Property.

LOT Thirty (30), BLOCK 1, of New Territory, Parcel C9 through C9 (Meadow Crest) an addition to FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, UNDER SLIDE NO. 1279-A and 1279B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS. The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of New Territory Residential Community Assoc Inc Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FLR MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: July 5th, 2016 TIME: APPROX. 10:00 am BY: Deputy S Steele TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 for Waterside Development Partial Replat No. 2, Precinct 4.

The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat.

Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing.

You may contact Alicia Ramos with South Texas Surveying Associates, Inc. at aliciar@ stsurvey.com or 281-556-6818 for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by, Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 20th day of May, 2016 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause #14DCV-218935 in favor of the PlaintiffFirethorne Community Association, Inc. Plaintiff, for the sum of $7,266.04 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 2nd day of June, 2016, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s)David Kelly had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 5th day of July, 2016 at 301 Jackson Street (Travis Building, 1st floor), in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of ten o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; VlZ: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 28214 HELMSMAN KNOLLS DR. KATY, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS 77494, ALSO KNOWN AS FIRETHORNE, SECTION 9, BLOCK 3, LOT 7 (THE “PROPERTY”).

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 5278,850.00 Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

Terms: Cash, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY: Deputy V. Martin Deputy Constable #1324 CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 268TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on APRIL 27, 2016 in cause numbered 15DCV-227072 styled First Colony Community Services Association, Inc.. vs. RAJPAL SINGH ANAND AND GINA ANAND, in which a judgment was rendered on DECEMBER 29, 2015 in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. for the sum of Nine Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Seven Dollars and Six Cents ($9377.06); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ.

I have levied upon the below listed property on May 17, 2016 and will on July 5, 2016 Tuesday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of RAJPAL SINGH ANAND and GINA ANAND to and in the following described Real Property LOT THIRTY-THREE(33), IN BLOCK THREE(3) OF LEXINGTON MEADOWS, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS,ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED UNDER SLIDE NO(S). 1237/B AND 1238/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS,MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 17303 LANTANA DR. SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FLR MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON, RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: JULY 5 2016 TIME: APPROX. 10:00 am BY: SGT M. KUTACH TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital neurologist helps woman with rare ‘Foreign Accent Syndrome’

A physician at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is working to uncover new information about a rare neurological disorder that has impacted fewer than 100 people worldwide since it was first described in 1907.

For Lisa Alamia, 33, the trouble began when she had surgery on her jaw in December 2015 to correct a serious overbite.

The surgery was successful, and Alamia had minimal swelling. However, when she began to speak, her voice suddenly had a distinct British accent.

“I didn’t notice it at first,” said Alamia.

“But my husband told me I was talking funny. My surgeon thought it was just a physical result of the surgery and that it would go away as I healed.”

When the accent persisted, however, Alamia’s surgeon suggested she see her primary care physician, who later referred her to board-certified neurologist Toby Yaltho, M.D., with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Neurology Associates.

Yaltho diagnosed Alamia with Foreign Accent Syndrome (FAS), which causes patients to suddenly begin speaking with a new, distinct accent. It is frequently a consequence of head trauma or stroke, but not always. “This is a fascinating and very rare case,” said Yaltho.

Although Yaltho had studied about FAS, he never expected to treat someone suffering from the rare condition. “Most neurologists work their entire careers and never come across FAS,” he said.

Toby Yaltho, M.D. and Lisa Alamia Yaltho conducted a com- to think I was talking this way plete neurological exam on on purpose, but Dr. Yaltho has Alamia, including an MRI helped me to understand that scan of her brain to determine there is something going on if she had suffered a stroke or in my brain that is triggering other injury, and an electroen- the accent, and that’s made me cephalogram (EEG), which is feel more comfortable.”

Although some people with used to detect abnormalities in brain waves that could lead to FAS find that their accent diminishes over time, in some seizures.

“Everything came back nor- cases it is permanent. There is mal,” said Yaltho. “There was no known cure.

For Alamia, the next steps no evidence of stroke or other involve speech therapy and a abnormalities.”

Meanwhile, the accent functional MRI of the brain, made Alamia extremely self- which tracks activity in speconscious and kept her from cific parts of the brain by measuring changes in blood flow. interacting with others.

“The human brain is a “For a while, whenever I went out in public, I was complex organ, and we don’t afraid I would see someone know if we will ever be able I know and I would have to to completely understand what talk with them,” she said. “I causes FAS” said Dr. Yaltho. didn’t want people to laugh or “When we have the opportuni-

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ty to learn more, we have to do all we can. We hope to learn as much as possible to contribute to the understanding of FAS to hopefully help future patients and their physicians.”

A similar FAS case involving oral surgery surfaced in 2011, when a native-born Oregon woman awoke from a routine dental procedure and found that she spoke with an Irish accent. Like Alamia, over time she learned to handle the questions and comments from both friends and strangers.

“I’ve learned that not everything in life has an answer,” said Alamia, “but the accent doesn’t define who I am. I’m still the same person I was before surgery; I just talk differently.”

For more information about Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Toby Yaltho, call 281.274.7979.

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U.S. Rep. Pete Olson (TX22) on June 13 announced his support for articles of impeachment against Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner John Koskinen.

Olson cosponsored H. Res. 494, article of impeachment against Koskinen for “abuse or violation of the public trust.”

“The agency with the power to tax and withhold the earnings of every American has a sacred duty to responsibly utilize that power in a limited capacity without prejudice or political preference,” Rep. Olson said.

“Yet ordinary citizens were targeted and harassed for their ideological beliefs. As Congress seeks to determine the cause and execution of these actions, Commissioner Koskinen has deliberately misled Congress and withheld critical information needed to properly exercise oversight of an agency that oversteps its authority.

“As we continue our investigation, Koskinen continues to mislead Congress and flat out refused to comply with a con-

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All persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time prescribed by law at the office of the said representative’s attorney being in Houston, Harris County, Texas and the post office address of the said attorney being as shown below: Bruce A. Wolfson Attorney at Law 7211 Regency Square Blvd. Suite 111 Houston, Texas 77036 Dated this 16th day of May, 2016.

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The articles of impeachment lay out the following charges against Koskinen: Failing to comply with a subpoena for evidence, resulting in the destruction of evidence related to Lois Lerner emails; Failing to testify truthfully and providing false and misleading information to Congress. Koskinen testified that the IRS had turned over all emails relevant to the congressional investigation (including Lerner’s emails), and then, when that proved to be inaccurate, he testified that the emails were unrecoverable, which also turned out to be false; Failing to notify Congress that key evidence had gone missing – the IRS knew the Lerner emails were missing as early as February 2014, and destroyed the emails in early March 2014. Yet the IRS failed to notify Congress until June of that year, well after White House and Treasury officials had been notified.

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