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FORT BEND FAIR. BALANCED. INFORMATIVE. P. O.BOX 623, SUGAR LAND, TX 77487-0623

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014

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

“Undecided” voters hold the key to FBISD bond

By SESHADRI KUMAR Fort Bend ISD’s $484 million bond issue is likely to be decided by a narrow margin and the outcome will largely depend on the “undecided” voters.

And nearly one-third of the voters are among the “undecided” voters, according to a private telephone survey commissioned by an interested taxpayers’ group.

Keen observers of public perception over the FBISD bond may also come to a similar conclusion even without a survey.

The number of registered voters in Fort Bend ISD is 60,619.

The poll did not cover all the registered voters.

The target group comprised those who have voted in the 2010 general election, with more than half who have voted in multiple elections. The phone calls were targeted to a population of 39,335 numbers. The poll was conducted on Oct. 20.

The automated telephone survey script was as follows: This is a poll to gather your thoughts on the 2014 Fort Bend ISD $494 million dollar bond proposal. Please answer these two short questions.

1. Do you support or oppose the 2014 Fort Bend ISD Bond? a. Press 1 for SUPPORT b. Press 2 for OPPOSE c. Press 3 for UNDECIDED 2. Do you think Fort Bend

ISD is handling your tax dollars responsibly? a. Press 1 for YES b. Press 2 for NO c. Press 3 for UNDECIDED A total of 768 people responded. Those who supported the bond were 282 (36.72 percent) and those who opposed the bond were 229 (29.82 percent.)

The number of undecided voters were 257 or 33.46 percent. That means the result could go either way and the margin of victory or defeat is likely to be too close.

The same group conducted another survey on Oct. 14. It was a much smaller sample of about 300. According to the pollsters, the low number is not uncommon.

Following were the questions asked: Question 1: Fort Bend ISD taxpayers currently owe over $1.4 billion in principle and interest, this does not include your city or county debts. Do you think the district is managing our tax dollars responsibly?

Question 2: Fort Bend ISD claims no tax rate increase will fund the new bonds, but that is misleading. If your home value increases, your school taxes will also increase. Are you aware of this possible tax increase?

Question 3: Fort Bend ISD will not discuss rezoning school districts until after the bond is approved. Do you think Fort

Bend ISD should consider rezoning first and bond second?

Question 4: Do you support or oppose the 2014 Fort Bend ISD Bond?

On the first question of responsible management of tax dollars, 62.63 percent said no and only 16.26 percent said yes. 21.11 percent were undecided. A total of 289 people answered this question On the awareness of possible tax increase, 56. 47 percent said yes and 33.373 said no. Only 9.8 said undecided or unaware.

The total response was from 255 people.

The third question on rezoning first and bond next elicited 245 responses, of which 53.88 wanted rezoning first, while 20.82 preferred bond first and rezoning later. 25.31 percent remained undecided.

For the last question on support to the bond issue, 54 percent said no, 19 percent said yes and 27 percent were undecided.

The total response was from 237 people.

Opposition to the school bond normally comes from the traditional fiscal conservatives who believe school districts are not spending wisely. Historically, that number alone is enough to bring down a bond election unless there is an overt campaign on that issue. FBISD does not See BOND, Page 3

The Art of Knowing

MD Anderson Cancer Center Nurse Navigator Lori Lord; MD Anderson Cancer Center Breast Surgeons Michelle Shen, M.D. and Kelly Dempsey, M.D.; Kimberly Hays Camp from Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital; Cheryl Bertrand from Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Breast Center; and other attendees at the “The Art of Knowing” informational and painting event. Story on Page 5.

Cinderella in Spain

Missouri City’s Jo Sarmiento assumes command of U.S. Fourth Fleet Reserve Unit

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. - Cmdr. Jo Sarmiento, the daughter of Vic and Angelina Sarmiento of Missouri City, Texas, assumed command of the U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/ U.S. 4th Fleet reserve unit Oct. 15 in ceremony at Naval Station Mayport.

Rear Adm. George Ballance presided at ceremony, during which Sarmiento replaced Capt. Joey Dodgen.

Over the past two years, the 95 members of Navy Reserve USNAVSO/4th Fleet provided more than 4,300 days of support to the fleet.

Ballance expressed appreciation for Dodgen’s leadership and predicted success for Sarmiento.

“Reservists are essential members of the USNAVSO/4th Fleet team,” he said. “The

Cmdr. Jo Sarmiento command has benefited from capable, inspirational leadership on the reserve side, and I have confidence that will continue.”

Sarmiento commanded Navy Reserve U.S. European Command ECJ5/8 - supporting the strategy and policy directorate - since 2011.

She was commissioned in 1992 from Tulane University and served aboard USS Mauna Kea (AE-22) in the Pacific Ocean and aboard USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea as a surface warfare officer while on active duty.

As a reservist, she was officer in charge of Forward Operating Base Hurso, Ethiopia, and Kenya theater security cooperation planner for Task Force Horn of Africa; assistant chief of the crisis action team in the U.S. Fleet Forces Command Center for Haiti earthquake relief; and chief of the crisis action team for the Gulf of Mexico oil spill recovery.

“My sense is we are so impacted by what happens so close to our borders,” she said. “I want to learn about it and help the fight,” Sarmiento said.

Fort Bend County Libraries’ Sugar Land Branch Library will present a performance by Houston Grand Opera’s “Opera to Go!” of an original production, Cinderella in Spain, on Monday, Nov. 24, beginning at 3 p.m, in the Meeting Room of the library, at 550 Eldridge. This family-friendly light opera, sung in English and Spanish, presents the traditional Cinderella fairy tale with a Hispanic twist. The king plans a fiesta to find a bride for his son, Prince Paulo, but havoc erupts when two stepsisters crash the party. Prince Paulo meets and falls in love with an unknown senorita who loses a glass slipper in her rush to leave. Will he find his one true love once again? The performance is recommended for children in grades 2 through 8. The program is presented with the generous support of the Friends of the Sugar Land Branch Library. Proceeds from the Friends of the Library book sales and annual membership dues help to underwrite the costs of special programming and various cultural events at the Sugar Land Branch Library. The performance is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Library at 281-238-2140.

Maggie Jaramillo appointed district judge

Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Maggie Jaramillo of Richmond as judge of the 400th Judicial District Court in Fort Bend County for a term to expire at the 2016 general election. Jaramillo is an attorney in private practice and a past assistant county attorney for Starr County. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Fort Bend County Bar Association, Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Attorneys Association and the Fort Bend County Mental Health Board.

She is also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3903, volunteer for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund and a gate keeper for the Fort Bend County Fair. She ran for county court-at-law judge in the Republican primary.

HCC move viewed as positive for all

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Houston Community College (HCC), Fort Bend County (FBC) and Missouri City will likely be working out a deal soon to move the college from its current Sienna Parkway location to Texas Parkway.

The move is seen as positive for all parties since the move to Texas Parkway would likely increase enrollment at HCC, helps Missouri City increase retail and restaurants in that area and it gives the county an opportunity to provide an annex near the southeast side of Missouri City.

Pct. 2 County Commissioner Grady Prestage said the county recognizes the rapid growth in the Sienna Plantation/Hwy. 6 area and “have been looking for a site for a county annex to provide a tax office, county clerk office, law enforcement outpost and future expansion. This opportunity might be sooner and speed the building of this annex sooner if we can acquire the HCC academic building” on Sienna Springs Way. “The deal,” Prestage said, “has to be one that everyone is happy with. As far as the county goes, we can acquire that build-

ing for a government complex because it’s right next to the county library. That coupled with all the other services will make it convenient for people to do business with the county.”

He also said, “We are also involved in developing the proposed HCC site next to city hall. The county is providing for most of the cost of extending Lexington Boulevard through the two properties beside city hall. Lexington would bisect those two tracts of 41 acres total and make it easier for HCC to develop their campus. The Lexington extension is currently under construction and will be finished in the spring. The county is paying for the design and construction.”

Neeta Sane, chair of Houston Community College trustees, and the elected trustee of the college’s District 7, said the district’s nine-member board voted in September to “explore the idea” of changing the location of the HCC campus that is in Missouri City’s extra territorial jurisdiction.

Sane said it’s part of the bond program that the district has underway now.

See HCC, Page 3

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NEWS Join Loving Friends

Loving Friends, a social group for men and women who want to move on after losing a spouse and meet monthly for dinner and entertainment at Sweetwater Country Club are reaching out to new members who would like to meet friends in a social environment.

This is not a grief support group.

New members are always greeted with a warm welcome. Aside from monthly dinner meetings, other activities are on going as pokeno, bridge, book clubs, and luncheons

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(Left to Right) Members of the FBJSL Sugar Plum Market Committee. First Row: CoChairs Sheila Cooper, Susanne Hiegel, Catherine Kubala, Stephanie Van Horn, and Sherri Ebarb. Second Row: FBJSL President Debbie Buckner, and FBJSL Past-President Cindy Dempster. Third Row: Wendy Case, Faten Shanar, Brigit Engleman, Cari Middaugh, Monica Henderson, Heather Preng, Stephanie Reilly, Alisa Tristan, Reacia Keene, and Sarah Kuehl.

Fourth Row: Melissa Blackford, Michaela Brady, Betsy Clark, Katie Harris, Karla Aranda, Haley Millis, Cindy Reaves, Chasity Munn, and Bianca Yarborough. Fifth Row: Laura Preng-Franks, Brittany Wray, Jessica Miller, Danielle Hames, Paula Rimes, and Jaime Stratton. Sixth Row: Lindsey Cullison, Laura Taylor, Katherine Hunton, Jill Aycock, and Cara Millas. Not pictured: Kimberly Camp, Alison Haralson, Nichole Snow, and Jenny Nelson.

Sugar Plum Market set to go “Under the Mistletoe” Nov. 6-8

The 14th Annual Sugar Plum Market is just around the corner! Presented by the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) and Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, this year’s Market features the theme “Under the Mistletoe”.

Shoppers will find beautiful décor, terrific vendors, and a fabulous weekend of shopping on Saturday, November 7th & 8th at the Stafford Centre Performing Arts Theatre and Convention Center. Proceeds from the Market will benefit local Fort Bend County charities.

The Sugar Plum Market will kick off with a Preview Night from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, November 6th.

Preview Night shoppers are treated to an exclusive night of shopping while tasting delicious samples from local restaurants. They will also receive two drink tickets. Admission to Preview Night is $75 per ticket and also includes Market entry Friday and Saturday.

The Market will open its doors on Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday hours have been extended this year from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. With over 100 different vendors and a large raffle showcase, the Sugar Plum Market will truly be a one-stop holiday shopping experience.

Through patrons and sponsors, the Sugar Plum Market was able to donate needed funds to 17 different charities last year.

For as little as $250, individuals or businesses can become a sponsor and receive ben-

efits including event signage, website recognition, Preview Night tickets and an invitation to the check presentation party.

Preview Night tickets (limited quantity available) and General Admission tickets ($10) are available now at www.sugarplummarket.com.

General Admission tickets may be purchased at select Randalls stores and also at the door during Market hours.

A two-day ticket may be purchased online or at the door during Market hours for $15.

For more information visit www.sugarplummarket.com or call 281-636-6272.

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NEWS Circuit court denies immunity to officer in shooting death

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Even though Stafford Police Chief Bonny Krahn is off the hook, one of his officers, Jesus Estrada, isn’t. The parents of a 19-year-old filed a civil suit against Stafford’s police chief and the police officer who shot and killed their mentally ill son.

The city of Stafford petitioned the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to deny a motion for summary judgment on the basis of qualified immunity in the shooting death.

The court denied Stafford’s appeal “because the district court did not err and we lack jurisdiction over this appeal with regard to Officer Jesus Estrada.”

The appeallate court reversed the lower court’s decision on Chief Krahn and granted him qualified immunity.

The 2-1 decision means the suit will go back to the federal district court in Houston for final determination regarding Officer Estrada, according to Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella.

Facts that had not come out before are in the Fifth Circuit Court’s recent decision.

It says Aaron Hobart, 19, who was digagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, had been taking medication prescribed by a psychiatrist but had stopped in November 2008.

On Feb. 16, Hobart’s mother, Pam, called Aaron’s psychiatrist for an appointment and was told that if his mental status changed to take him to the emergency room or call 911 if he became a danger to himself or others.

The doctor’s appointment was for Feb. 18 but Aaron refused to leave his room, according to the “facts and procedural history” of the case. When Aaron’s father, Steve Hobart arrived home from work that day he found his son

Bond

From Page 1 face overwhelming opposition on the fiscal responsibility alone.

The need for new school buildings is well understood and there is virtually no one who will deny the need. If the message has been only that of construction to ease overcrowding, there would be little opposition to the bond.

The addition of a career and technology program and the security program has added to the column of opponents. As many of these people belong to the earlier mentioned group, they alone cannot defeat the bond.

The district administration has created a whole new group that has been favorable to the board and the superintendent so far, but felt let down by the delayed boundary studies and feeder pattern studies.

This group clearly seems to be sizeable and with the traditional naysayers, may pose a threat to the bond.

HCC

From Page 1 “The same project would be built on Texas Parkway,” Sane said, “because that location will attract more students and it’s easier for the community to use.”

She said the Sienna campus is about 35 acres, so not quite as large as the area next to Missouri City City Hall, and she believes “It’s an ideal project for a partnership with the city and county and a win-win for everyone. We want to be in partnership with the entities.

You can serve the students better that way.”

The new campus, she said, will open in three to five years and “HCC will try to sell the Sienna property. We might do a land swap with the city but there are no details yet.”

The trustee said, “I am excited about relocating to Texas Parkway. It’s an ideal location

in his room speaking “’belligerently and abusively’ in a raspy alternate voice.” Mrs. Hobart called the psychiatrist’s office and was told not to force Aaron to go to the appointment and they called in a prescription for Aaron to take.

Mrs. Hobart was also told that if she had to call 911, she should request a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT), a program that educates police officers on mental illness and how to handle individuals who are having a mental health crisis.

On Feb. 18, Aaron refused to take the medicine so his mother called 911 and requested a CIT officer. The court’s findings state that Mrs. Hobart told the 911 dispatcher that her son was not hurting anyone, did not have any weapons and was not under the influence of any substance.

Officer Estrada, 23, arrived at the Hobart house first and admitted that he had been told that Aaron was not armed and was delusional. Instead of waiting for the two primary responding officers to arrive, Estrada went inside the house and began talking to Mrs. Hobart. The dash cam video camera on Estrada’s police car was on and showed that at 15:03:15, Estrada shouted “Stop!” three times and “Get back!” twice, while Mrs. Hobart screamed “Stop!” multiple times.

Twenty-one seconds after Estrada went into the house, gunshots were heard along with Estrada shouting “Goddammit!”

“Shots fired” and “Oh my god” and Mrs. Hobart screaming.

Estrada fired six or seven shots at Aaron including one in the back of the right upper neck, which severed his spinal cord.

Another was in the right lower back, one in the back right hip

and one in the right middle back.

At 3:08 p.m. two other officers arrived and took Estrada outside to the lawn where he knelt down with his head on the ground and sobbed, repeatedly saying, “Oh, my god” and later asking “what is wrong with me?”

As a result of the action, the Hobarts filed a civil suit against the city of Stafford, Estrada and Chief of Police Bonny Krahn for the unconstitutional use of excessive and deadly force, assault and battery, bystander injury, violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and various claims regarding department policy, failure to supervise and failure to train.

The district court in Houston partially granted the defendants’ motion for summary judgment on various claims but denied the defendants’ motion for summary judgment on the basis of qualified immunity regarding Estrada and Krahn.

Estrada testified in his deposition that when he entered the Hobart’s house he thought things were okay because everything was quiet and normal.

After talking to Mrs. Hobart, the two walked down the hall some five feet from the front door and Estrada saw Aaron some 30 to 45 feet away standing in his bedroom facing away from him.

Estrada said Aaron turned, saw him and loudly “roared” raising his arms to waist level and began to charge. The policeman testified that he was unable to get out of Aaron’s way or out of the house and that Aaron began attacking him. Estrada said Aaron “---- nailed me, dude.”

He testified that he was thinking he was about to get hit or have a fight.

Estrada said he was unable

to get his baton or his pepper spray out of their holders. He said he got hit in the face and was disoriented for a second or two and then unable to make a calm, rational decision. Estrada testified that he never saw Aaron hit him but felt “thumps on my head.” He admitted he didn’t know how he got hit.

After Estrada pulled out his gun he said he heard bullets but did not realize he was shooting or at whom. He said he believed his life was in danger because he remembered “seeing stars and darkness.” The policeman was unable to say where he was in the house, how many bullets he fired or explain the location of blood farther up the hallway where Aaron was found.

In Estrada’s statement to police, he said he remembered Aaron as bigger than him but Aaron was about four inches shorter and 30 pounds lighter than the policeman.

Steve Hobart testified that when he came out of his son’s room he saw Aaron prone and facedown and was “almost transfixed” by a large hole in the back of his son’s head. He said Estrada, who was sitting on the floor “speaking forcefully and cursing,” did not render any first aid to his son.

Mrs. Hobert testified in her deposition that when Estrada arrived she thought he was a CIT officer. She said she trusted what they were going to do to get Aaron to a health facility. She said her son was flailing his arms for some four or five seconds as he walked toward the front door and that his arms hit Estrada’s arms but she never saw Aaron hit Estrada in the head.

She said that as Aaron got closer to the front door, Estrada took out his gun. The video in

Usually, bond proponents would paint a dire scenario if the bond fails, but FBISD bond proponents have given such a bleak forecast only subliminally. They have not conveyed a doomsday scenario or that skies will fall if the bond is not passed. With over $100 million on hand, the district is already proceeding to build two elementary schools. To that extent, the doomsday scenario may not click, but some people may not be well informed and their fear may be that the new schools won’t be built if the bond is not passed. This part of the bond is a double-edged sword. Some may be swayed to delay the bond and some others may not.

The district kept the bond discussion out of the facilities master plan study, but gave an impression that boundary studies and feeder pattern were being discussed simultaneously.

The district did not overtly promise immediate zoning not did it dispel the perception that the zoning study was imminent.

The word play by the administration did it in. A section of

the constituents asked the bond election to delayed until May so that feeder patterns and boundary studies can be completed.

But the board backed the administration’s stand. Maybe the administration told the board that a May election would mean a bigger disaster as there would be an army of parents disgruntled over the zoning.

The administration did not put out a strong reason for not holding the bond election in May other than saying that future projects will be delayed and

consequently, temporary buildings would continue for some more time.

Almost every board member has won the election by blaming the previous board and administration. As a result the new board has been perceived to be the harbinger of “hope and change” and some even call it the best school board ever.

This bond election is a litmus test for the board as a whole and come May, there will be another tough test as well.

for HCC. Missouri City will be a center for entrepreneurship and technology. I think HCC will help provide a local work force.” She said the district will survey local businesses to learn what their employees need to know and then offer the classes to train them.

Out of the $425 million HCC bond program voters have approved, $21.5 million is earmarked for a new Missouri City campus and $27 million for a new building on HCC’s Stafford campus.

The Stafford campus, which has the district’s second largest enrollment, is getting a new building that will provide classes in manufacturing and the trades.

Right now there are some 18,000 students enrolled on the Stafford campus and 20,000 are expected by 2019.

The campus’s largest enrollment was 25,000. Sane said enrollments are always based on the economy.

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about November 17, 2014 the City of Sugar Land will submit a request to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Development Block Grant program funds for Grant Number B-14MC-48-0041 under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, to undertake a housing project. The project will be for the purpose of providing minor housing rehabilitation that will be conducted by Fort Bend CORPS, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, at the cost of $75,000. The project will occur in locations throughout the City and a tiered environmental review has been completed.

Examples of minor housing rehabilitation include but are not limited to: roof repair; window and roof replacement; bathroom repairs; and accessibility modifications.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The City of Sugar Land has determined that these projects will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the City Secretary Office, City of Sugar Land, City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas 77479 where the ERR can be reviewed and copied weekdays 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the City of Sugar Land Community Development Department which is responsible for receiving and responding to comments. All comments received by November 13, 2014 will be considered by the City of Sugar Land prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

RELEASE OF FUNDS The City of Sugar Land certifies to HUD that Allen Bogard in his capacity as City Manager consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the City of Sugar Land to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Sugar Land’s certification for a period of no less than fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Sugar Land; (b) the City of Sugar Land has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Houston Field Office, Region 6, 1301 Fannin, Suite 2200, Houston, Texas 77002. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Allen Bogard, City Manager U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20410 Telephone: (202) 708-1112

the police car only recorded the audio from within the house so does not show what actually happened.

The appeals court case says, “The record contains photographs, purportedly taken the night of the shooting despite sunlight being visible through the window in some of the photographs, which establish that Estrada suffered no bruising or apparent injury.”

Estrada argued in his brief that the injuries to his head required hospital treatment and that the district court ignored material evidence that “establishes Officer Estrada had bruising, substantial swelling and symptoms of traumatic brain injury as a result of Hobart’s attack.” The appellate court case states that

“Again, dispatch transcripts following the shooting repeatedly indicate that no officers were injured during the incident.”

The appeals court agreed with the district court that found Estrada was not entitled to qualified immunity because … evidence showed Estrada’s use of force “constituted a constitutional violation of clearly established law and was objectively unreasonable.”

The district court also denied Chief Krahn qualified immunity but the appeals court reversed that decision.

The appeals court judges cited the plaintiff’s lack of proof regarding their claim that Chief Krahn failed to train on the appropriate use of force.

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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOODS Coach Ed Biles, one of a kind—IV

By CAROLYN BOWDEN BILES PHILOSOPHY OF COACHING: Biles uses words like “organization” and “family” to have the team with a coach who is an understanding “father” figure who will go the second mile with a willing individual. This involves teaching and motivation. * In the NFL you do not want a roller coaster of ups and downs like you would see in a college game. * This is an era of inflated salaries, contract negotiations and labor lawyers. Biles represents a throwback to a simpler way of life.

Some players need a chewing out, others need a pat on the back, and some need the threat of the loss of a job before they will succeed. * Biles approach is team oriented. We don’t want to be a one man team. * On the college level you can help develop character but at the professional level the players are characters. * “You go through a learning process your first few years of pro football,” says Biles. “I started getting a feel for professional football players and philosophies. I started being involved

with scouting, which is different from college recruiting. I realized I was coaching players with more experience than me.

It made me realize my players could contribute. They can have good ideas because they have had four years of high school, four years of college plus X number of years in pro ball. So do not insult their intelligence by thinking they are like junior high players. You need to let the players have input into what you are doing.”

In 30 years of coaching Biles was good about picking up hints from the opposition and using them to his advantage. By studying game film he could decipher signals used to call plays from the side lines, when the other team would plan to run or throw the ball and observing how an offensive lineman assumes a three point stance would indicate if he is going to block or move into a pass blocking mode.

WHAT KIND OF COACH ARE YOU? “I worked under head coaches who were the tough, hardnosed type and the easy type coach. I then realized that there were several

Bowden ways of getting the same thing accomplished, a hard and a soft approach and both can be successful. I think I found a happy medium. I’m not a hard Vince Lombardi type but on the other hand I don’t think you can be extremely lenient on your players either. * I always want to WIN. I surround myself with people like me. I do not want the people I am around to be content with LOSING. I also like an intelligent person who has an open mind and listens to others. A person with a closed mind who thinks there is only one way to

do things is only fooling himself.” * The most difficult part of being a coach is having to cut a “good or hard working player” because it is best for the TEAM. * Advice for players considering Pro Sports?

You must be dedicated and have “love of the game” and GET A COLLEGE DEGREE. * The toughest thing to teach young players is how to play a “position”. It is important because it is the necessity of retaining their confidence.

LOOKING BACK: “My career likely will be measured by the stormy two and a half seasons I spent as the Houston Oiler head coach. Despite the disappointment of my final years in Houston I have made this city my home. I never had a problem with Bud Adams (Houston Oiler owner). It was the people in between. They did not understand football.

They were accountants. Because of that perspective, I am a big fan of Houston Texans owner, Bob McNair and the moves he has made so far. Today’s athletes are bigger, faster, stronger and better coached.

There are better fundamentals, more coaches and weight training. Players want to be coached. They want to get to the Super Bowl. If you know

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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 Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on October 6, 2014, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in November, 2014, the same being the 4th day of said month, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, 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 #

Cause # Judgment Date

Acct # Order Issue Date

Style of Case

Legal Description

Adjudged Value

$12,000.00

LTS 65 & 66 H. B. COLLINS S/D, U/R S/D, ISAAC MCGARY LEAGUE, ABST 58, CLK'S FILE# 2008002275*

$60,750.00

$13,500.00

005800800000090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 8 JIMMY CANO, ET AL SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

TR. NO. 1: ABST 58, ISAAC MCGARY LEAGUE, 0.5 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, VOL 686, PG 908*

$10,500.00

$4,300.00

640000026210090 FORT BEND INDEPENDENT 7 SCHOOL DISTRICT VS. OSMAR SEPTEMBER 23, C. CHEVEZ 2014

RIDGEWOOD ESTATES ADDN, LT 21, BLK 26, VOL 5, PGS 29A, 29B, 29C & 29D*

$164,940.00

$8,200.00

007100300000190 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 8 CARLOS LARA PEDRAZA, AKA SEPTEMBER 23, CARLOS LARA, ET AL 2014

ELIZABETH POWELLL SURV, ABST 71, 1.000 ACRE MORE OR LESS, CLK'S# 2011080921*

06-DCV152145 10/18/11

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005801095000090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. CARL 8 SPEARS, ET AL SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

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12-DCV202375 10/24/13

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FORT BEND COUNTY, ET AL VS. LTS 38 & 39, A. P. GEORGE SUBD, MARIA S. VAZQUEZ AKA BORDEN'S ADDN, RICHMOND, MARIA SANTOS VASQUEZ, ET VOL 110, PG. 1* AL

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levels in their career: Middle School, High School (12 Varsity letters), College (Division 1), University and NFL. PARTING WORDS: No matter how well you play a sport it is not an easy path from high school to the professional level. (ACCORDING TO NCAA STUDIES) * Every year one million high school students play football. * Only 1 in 17 will play college football. * Only 1 in 50 college players are drafted by an NFL team. * THIS MEANS: Only 9 in 10,000 or .09% of high school football players are drafted by an NFL team. “Bottom Line”: Coach Ed Biles recommends that your Plan B needs to include a College Education or training in a SKILL that will allow you to enter the work force.

(The content for this column courtesy of Ed Biles and countless newspaper clippings from Ohio to Louisiana to New York to Texas.)

NEXT COLUMN: Nov. 5

FOUNDATION REPAIR

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS

what you are talking about, they will listen.”

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY: Biles is a popular celebrity for hundreds of golf tournaments that typically raise funds that benefit children, for example, Boys & Girls Harbor. He also serves on community boards and committees. These days, Biles spends most of his time on the golf course but in his life football will be forever. “When I got up every day, it never felt like I was going to work.”

SOME THINGS NEVER CHANGE: Biles loves golf, nightclub acts and shows and sitting around a locker room or restaurant, kibitzing. He is a great kidder, good at oneliners, and likes to laugh at his own jokes.

TWO ICONS: Previously I wrote about Bob Brown being an ICON in professional basketball. Biles falls in that same category because of his record and awards. Very few coaches have been a “Head” COACH on the following

Brandon Arns, Jared Jameson, Bill Jameson and Derek Finley

The “New” Retirement

The now-classic view of retirement is one of sandy beaches, open books, small boats, and multicolored sunsets. This view is, in our opinion, dead. It may be more appropriate to say that it never lived.

In the 1880s, Chancellor Otto von Bismarck of Germany 400300000042090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. ABIEL HERITAGE HEIGHTS ACRES, LT $3,100.00 $74,060.00 13-DCV6 championed the idea of retirement, mandating that everyone past 1 CANTU, AKA ABIEL CANTU B 42, J. T. EDWARDS 1/4 LEAGUE, 208902 the age of 70 cease working (he himself was 74, but apparently ABST 23, CLK'S FILE # 9867181* SEPTEMBER 23, VAZQUEZ, ET AL 08/15/14 he was “grandfathered” in). During the Great Depression, the 2014 US adopted this ideology as a way to move older labor out of the workforce and bring in fresh blood. (any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Fort Bend County, Texas, to which How these two gothic ideas led to the rosy picture of retireinstruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of ment we have today is a mystery, but can probably be attributed said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), to clever marketing. American real estate developer Del Webb interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person invented the term “golden-ager” in order to communicate the having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by idea of wealth and leisure. The implication was that you were law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, poor and unhappily working for most of your life, and now you under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and can kick back and enjoy blissful nothingness. Modern policies numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the reinforce this view by offering Medicare and Social Security as satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs. a way to incentivize your exit from the workforce.

The point here is that the decision to stop working shouldn’t be RECENT CHANGES IN THE PROPERTY TAX CODE NOW REQUIRE PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY made with strictly leisure in mind. Shakespeare wrote, “Leisure TO HAVE A STATEMENT FROM THE FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR CERTIFYING THAT is a beautiful garment for a day, but a horrible choice for permaTHE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY nent attire.” Extended leisure, without the work that makes leiTAXES TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO sure enjoyable, leads to laziness and mental/physical regression.

ANY PROPERTY YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE. You may have noticed that we use the term “financial independence” to refer to future goals. This is because financial planTO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR FORT BEND COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR ning really isn’t about retirement, boats, or beaches. It is about AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE. having the financial flexibility to do what you want to do, when you want to do it.

Dated at Richmond, Texas, October 6, 2014 WJ Interests, LLC has provided fee-only financial advice to individuals, families and businesses since 1996. For more information, please contact us at wj@wjinterests.com or 281-634-9400.

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$40,070.00

$3,600.00

FORT BEND

FAIR. BALANCED. INFORMATIVE.

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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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital achieves Pathway to Excellence designation

Team of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital nurses with Pathway to Excellence award.

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to announce it has achieved Pathway to Excellence® designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the third time.

The Pathway to Excellence® designation identifies the elements of work environments where nurses can flourish. The designation substantiates the professional satisfaction of nurses at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital and identifies it as one of the best places to work in the country.

“This designation represents a great deal of hard work and a true commitment to nursing excellence,” said Janet Leatherwood, chief nursing officer at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital.

“Our nurses are at the heart of everything we do, and they deserve to be honored for their unrelenting compassion and care for our patients.”

The Pathway to Excellence® designation is granted based on the confirmed pres-

ence of characteristics known as “The Pathway to Excellence® Criteria.” For an organization to earn the Pathway to Excellence® distinction, it must successfully undergo a thorough review process that documents foundational quality initiatives in creating a positive work environment — as defined by nurses and supported by research. These initiatives must be present in the facility’s practices, policies and culture. Nurses in the organization verify the presence of the criteria in the organization through participation in a completely confidential online survey.

As a Pathway to Excellence® designated organization, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to nurses, to what nurses identify as important to their practice and to valuing nurses’ contributions in the workplace.

This designation confirms to the public that nurses working at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital know their efforts are supported. The honor

encourages other nurses to join their colleagues in this desirable and nurturing environment.

The Pathway to Excellence® designation is perfectly suited to small and medium-sized health care organizations, but is attainable by all health care facilities around the world.

Become a part of the Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital team. View job opportunities and apply online at houstonmethodist.org/careers.

Learn more about Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital at houstonmethodist. org/sugarland or visit us on Facebook at FB.com/methodistsugarland for the latest news, events and information.

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA), provides individuals and organizations throughout the nursing profession with the resources they need to achieve practice excellence.

Adam Kermally, a tenthgrade student at Hightower High School has been nominated to attend the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Washington, D.C. on November 14-16, 2014. The Congress of Future Medical Leaders is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields.

The purpose of this event is to honor, inspire, motivate and direct the top students in the country who aspire to be physicians or medical scientists, to stay true to their dream and, after the event, to provide a path, plan and resources to help them reach their goal.

Kermally was nominated by Dr. Connie Mariano, the Medical Director of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists, to represent Hightower High School based on his academic achievement, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

During the three-day Congress, Kermally will join students from across the country and hear Nobel Laureates and

National Medal of Science Winners talk about leading medical research; be given advice from Ivy League and top medical school deans on what to expect in medical school; witness stories told by patients who are living medical miracles; be inspired by fellow teen medical science prodigies; and learn about cuttingedge advances and the future in medicine and medical technology.

“This is a crucial time in America when we need more doctors and medical scientists who are even better prepared for a future that is changing exponentially,” said Richard Rossi, Executive Director, National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. “Focused, bright and determined students like Adam Kermally are our future and he deserves all the mentoring and guidance we can give him.”

The Academy offers free services and programs to students who want to be physicians or go into medical science. Some of the services and programs the Academy plans to launch in 2014 and 2015 are online social networks

through which future doctors and medical scientists can communicate; opportunities for students to be guided and mentored by physicians and medical students; and communications for parents and students on college acceptance and finances, skills acquisition, internships, career guidance and much more.

The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists was founded on the belief that we must identify prospective medical talent at the earliest possible age and help these students acquire the necessary experience and skills to take them to the doorstep of this vital career.

Based in Washington, D.C., the Academy was chartered as a nonpartisan, taxpaying institution to help address this crisis by working to identify, encourage and mentor students who wish to devote their lives to the service of humanity as physicians, medical scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians.

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Hightower High School’s Adam Kermally to attend Congress of Future Medical Leaders

MASTERS OF THE PIT. Barbecue, that is. Celebrating their win at the first annual Battle of the Barrels Barbecue Bout in Sugar Land, David Tovar, Carmen Linares and Ricky Salinas (L to R in tee shirts) receive their Grand Champion trophy from American Legion Post 942 Vice Commander Alex Garcia Saturday. Event organizer Jimmy Zamora looks on with pride in the background.

Battle of Barrels Barbecue Bout

Scorched hands lovingly turned chicken and ribs over cook fires while the aroma of charcoal and wood filled the air, all to the sounds of rock, country and Hispanic music during the first annual Battle of the Barrels Barbecue Contest on Saturday, October 20th.

Eighteen cooking teams turned out at American Legion Post 942 in Sugar Land for the day-long event, each determined to best the others in a friendly barbecue contest to see who would at the end of the day triumph at cooking ribs and chicken.

Yet while cooks sweated over their fires, not a frown was seen on the faces among those who labored or relaxed.

Rather, children played, teens danced, couples held hands, friends lounged in cozy chairs, some on the peaceful pier that penetrates into Oyster Creek.

All the while, cook fires in barrel shaped barbecue grills went about the gentle task of roasting chicken and ribs for the exacting judges who awaited their arduous task of deciding who among so many contestants would, at the end of the day, reign triumphant.

When finally the sun was nearly set, the dishes tasted, consumed, judged and enjoyed, soda bottles emptied, Alex Garcia, Vice Commander of American Legion Post 942 stepped forward to announce the champions.

The Crazy Cookers dominated the other barbecue teams, sweeping the awards, and taking first place for best chicken and best overall. Asked to share their secret about their award winning ribs, David Tovar, Carmen Linares and Ricky Salinas smiled broadly, then summarized their recipe succinctly.

“We’re not telling,” they said, each grinning ear to ear.

The Midnight Mavericks walked away with the plaque for best ribs. Joe and Cindy Martinez proudly revealed that

The Art of Knowing, breast cancer education program

Women want to know all they can about breast cancer – risks, effective screening techniques, treatment options, and more. That’s why Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital hosted “The Art of Knowing” informational and painting event last week.

A unique blend of health information and creativity, the event drew women from all parts of the community to Pinot’s Palette. The event was free, but limited to those 21 years and up.

“I am beyond excited by the turnout of this event,” said Courtney Diepraam, director of business development, Me-

morial Hermann Sugar Land.

“Bringing community members and physicians together in ways like this provides a platform for developing relationships and trust. I know many women left this event with answers from talented physicians who truly care.”

With the recent announcement of the partnership between Memorial Hermann and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to jointly operate a breast screening program, MD Anderson will soon become the exclusive provider of professional breast radiology services for five of Memorial Hermann’s 10 breast care cen-

ters, located in Memorial City, The Woodlands, Northeast, Southwest, and Sugar Land.

MD Anderson breast surgeons, Kelly Dempsey, M.D. and Michelle Shen, M.D., attended the event and shared new insights about breast cancer prevention and the importance of early detection.

“As a physician, I have dedicated myself to serving the community,” said Dr. Dempsey.

“I could not imagine a better way to connect and teach women in such a meaningful way as I was able to at this event.”

Attendees enjoyed a painting session compliments of Pinot’s Palette and went home with

their very own 16 x 20-inch canvas creation as well as useful breast cancer information.

Diana Vasquez, owner of Pinot’s Palette Sugar Land, was happy to be a part of the event.

“Our connection to breast cancer is the effect it has on a woman and those around her.

Painting is a getaway, a time when you can zone out for a moment,” she said.

“The relief that painting can bring to someone can almost be therapeutic. If we can offer that respite or if painting can raise funds for a nonprofit involved in breast cancer, then we want to be involved.”

this was their first time competing in a barrel cooked barbecue contest.

As the sun finally set, the other teams slunk darkly to their cars and trucks, sad but determined to return next year to the 2nd Annual Battle of the Barrels Barbecue Contest at American Legion Post 942.

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO: STEVE KENDRICK D/B/A HOUSTON POOL AND REMODELING NOTICE: 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 December 01, 2014 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 77 469.

We are located on the first floor of the Justice Center building. The case is presently pending before the 400TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas, and was filed on MARCH 17, 2014. It bears cause number 14-DCV-213260 and is styled: Mark Voss vs Steve Kendrick D/B/A Houston Pool and Remodeling.

The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: JENNIFER C CHIANG MITCHELL & DUFF LLC 210 MAIN STREET RICHMOND TX 77469 281-341-1718 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: PLAINTIFF, MARK VOSS, RESPECTFULLY PRAYS THAT THE DEFENDANT BE CITED TO APPEAR AND ANSWER HEREIN, AND THAT UPON A FINAL HEARING OF THE CAUSE, JUDGMENT BE ENTERED FOR THE PLAINTIFF AGAINST DEFENDANT FOR THE ECONOMIC AND ACTUAL DAMAGES REQUESTED HEREINABOVE IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE MINIMUM JURISDICTIONAL LIMITS OF THE COURT, TOGETHER WITH PREJUDGMENT AND POST JUDGMENT INTEREST AT THE MAXIMUM RATE ALLOWED BY LAW, ATTORNEY’S FEES, COSTS OF COURT, AND SUCH OTHER AND FURTHER RELIEF TO WHICH THE PLAINTIFF MAY BE ENTITLED AT LAW OR IN EQUITY, WHETHER PLED OR UNPLED. 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 15th day of October, 2014.

DISTRICT CLERK ANNIE REBECCA ELLIOTT Fort Bend County, Texas Deputy District Clerk Ariana C. Salazar 281-633-7634

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to helping fellow veterans.

Sugar Land’s Jonathan Freeman Post 942 was founded on March 9, 1953 and has welcomed local veterans to join its ranks ever since.

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO STEVE KENDRICK NOTICE: 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 December 01, 2014 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 400TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas, and was filed on MARCH 17, 2014. It bears cause number 14-DCV213260 and is styled: Mark Voss vs Steve Kendrick D/B/A Houston Pool and Remodeling The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: JENNIFER C CHIANG MITCHELL & DUFF LLC 210 MAIN STREET RICHMOND TX 77 469 281-341-1718 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: PLAINTIFF, MARK VOSS, RESPECTFULLY PRAYS THAT THE DEFENDANT BE CITED TO APPEAR AND ANSWER HEREIN, AND THAT UPON A FINAL HEARING OF THE CAUSE, JUDGMENT BE ENTERED FOR THE PLAINTIFF AGAINST DEFENDANT FOR THE ECONOMIC AND ACTUAL DAMAGES REQUESTED HEREINABOVE IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE MINIMUM JURISDICTIONAL LIMITS OF THE COURT, TOGETHER WITH PREJUDGMENT AND POST JUDGMENT INTEREST AT THE MAXIMUM RATE ALLOWED BY LAW, ATTORNEY’S FEES, COSTS OF COURT, AND SUCH OTHER AND FURTHER RELIEF TO WHICH THE PLAINTIFF MAY BE ENTITLED AT LAW OR IN EQUITY, WHETHER PLED OR UNPLED. 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 15th day of October, 2014.

DISTRICT CLERK ANNIE REBECCA ELLIOTT Fort Bend County, Texas Deputy District Clerk Ariana C. Salazar 281-633-7634

City of Missouri City

Legal Notice The City of Missouri City, Texas is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for: City of Missouri City, Texas Comprehensive Plan Amendment RFQ # 055-15 The City of Missouri City, Texas is soliciting “Statement of Qualifications” for amendments to the City’s 2009 Comprehensive Plan, from a consulting firm or collaborative team with planning, revitalization, redevelopment, design, and implementation experience. The Comprehensive Plan will serve as the primary document for planning for the growth of the City of Missouri City, Texas. It is the goal of the City to update the Comprehensive Plan to reflect current development and market trends and to position the City for future land uses that best serves the City and its citizens. To achieve these objectives, the City proposes to retain the services of a qualified consultant firm or a collaborative team that demonstrates an understanding of state of the art planning concepts.

Qualifications will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. local time November 25, 2014, and publicly opened in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489. Solicitation packages are available via free download from the Public Purchase website at www.publicpurchase.com.

Qualifications received must be sealed, marked on the outside of the package with the RFQ title and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Qualifications 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. Solicitation packages marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified.

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FORT BEND REAL ESTATE Anita Milne

Telfair SL • $574,900 • 5/4.1/3 1727GW

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Brazos Landing SL•$567,000•5/41/2/2 5930BH

Meadows Place•Blair Meadow•4/2/2

Meadows Place • Alston • 4/2/2

Mission Bend • Rancho Blanco • 3/2/1

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$144,500

$149,900 $149,900 Sienna Plantation MC•$880,000•4/4.1/3 34TT

Richmond • Pine Mills • 4/2.5/2

Telfair SL•$599,990•4/31/2/3 7627R

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The FUN RUN is a certified race and trophies are given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each age category. All proceeds and donations are given to the youth of our community.

Ft. Bend Optimist Club Sugar Land P. O. Box 17573 Sugar Land, TX 77496

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Fboptimist.org/run 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 4th day of September, 2014 by the 240TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 13-DCV-208009 in favor of the Plaintiff - Kingsbridge Community Association, Plaintiff, for the sum of $16,024.28 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and / or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 15TH day of September, 2014, 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) -Hasnin Mohammad Naqvi had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 3, BLOCK 1, KINGSBRIDGE PLACE, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE 2182/A AND 2182/B OF THE MAP RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY) ALSO KNOWN AS 9610 WELDRIDGE DRIVE, SUGAR LAND, FORT BEND COUNTY, TX 77478.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 160,050.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

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 15th day of September, 2014 by the 434TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 10-DCV-182394 in favor of the Plaintiff - HUNTERS GLEN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, for the sum of $3,160.75 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and /or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 29TH day of September, 2014, 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) -SABRINA FLANNIGAN had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 16, BLOCK 9,OF HUNTERS GLEN, SECTION 3, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT VOLUME 20, PAGE 8 IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 91,500.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

Reduced

$359,900

Unit pricing is required; payment will be by check. Bonds are not required.

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

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

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Sunday • November 2, 2014 • 8:30 am Lots of Door Prizes & Raffle Items $25 per person entry fee

$179,000

BID 15-034 – MOSQUITO CONTROL CHEMICALS

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Meadows Place•River Meadow•3/2.5/2 Richmond•Orchard Stables• 5/4/3D

LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BIDDERS Sealed Bids 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, NOVEMBER 6, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. (CST). All bids will then be publicly opened and read in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Travis Annex, 301 Jackson, Suite 201, Richmond, TX 77469. Bids 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.

ABWA Fort Bend Monthly Meeting November 6, 2014 Networking begins at 5:00 pm Followed by our regular meeting.

Marriott Town Center•16090 City Walk Speaker: Kristen Johannesson, 24 Hour Fitness Katy-Bella Terra “Basic Nutrition for Weight Loss”

Ft. Bend Optimist Club Sugar Land 32nd Annual 5K Run or 2K walk

$109,900

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE’S SALE 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 2ND DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT VS. PAUL GOMEZ, ET AL, in Cause# 13DCV-205986 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0 ‘ Clock AM on the 4TH day of November, 2014, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: GEO 6600000040800907 LOT 8, BLOCK 4, ROSEDALE ADDITION, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 393 PAGE 86 OF THE DEED RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 7TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2014 as the property of PAUL J. GOMEZ, JR., MARIE C. GARZA, ROBERT GOMEZ, ANNETTE GOMEZ GARZA, PETE GOMEZ, JOHN JOE GOMEZ, ALICIA GOMEZ, PAUL GOMEZ, ISABELLA GOMEZ, DIANA ESCAMILLA RIVERA to satisfy a judgment amounting to $4,868.82, 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 FOR BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT, AND FORT BEND COUNTY LATERAL ROAD AND FLOOD CONTROL. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 7TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014.

ROB COOK Constable Precinct # 3 Fort Bend County, Texas M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE’S SALE 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 2ND DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. PAULINE OGUZIE, in Cause# 09-DCV-176636 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0 ‘ Clock AM on the 4TH day of November, 2014, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1 GEO: 9150010030150907/ 9150010030150 LOT FIFTEEN, BLOCK THREE OF WATERFORD, SECTION ONE, A REPLAT OF KINGSBRIDGE SECTION ONE, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 26, PAGE 16 OF MAP RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 3RD DAY OF OCTOBER as the property of PAULINE OGUZIE, NORTH WATERFORD COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. to satisfy a judgment amounting to $9,550.11 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, KINGSBRIDGE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT, WEST KEEGANS BAYOU IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT, FORT BEND COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT #5 FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND AND FORT BEND COUNTY LATERAL ROAD AND FLOOD CONTROL. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 3RD DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014.

ROB COOK Constable Precinct # 3 Fort Bend County, Texas M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

Martha Turner Spoke at ABWA Houston Area Council on Thursday October 23, 2014.

Her topic was “Leading by Example”. She gave a dynamic speech to a packed room full of ABWA members from all over Houston area.

Martha Turner is a leading Realtor, creative entrepreneur, humanitarian, teacher, and a family woman with a unique blend of energy, optimism and humor. Believing in the essential value of service, Martha has assumed numerous civic, philanthropic and professional leadership roles.

For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16)

www.bibleliterature.com City of Missouri City

Legal Notice The City of Missouri City, Texas is issuing a Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) for: PLANIMETRICS UPDATE SERVICES CSP# 032-15 The City of Missouri City is soliciting proposals from interested parties for the furnishing of planimetric features using 2014 aerial orthographic imagery for Missouri City’s jurisdiction (City Limits and extra-territorial jurisdiction – ETJ).

Missouri City has existing planimetric features for roughly 85% of the city.

Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. local time November 18, 2014, and publicly opened and read out loud in the City Hall Chamber at 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489. Solicitation packages are available via free download from the Public Purchase website at www.publicpurchase.com.

Proposals packages received must be sealed, marked on the outside with the solicitation title, number as listed above and the date of opening. Proposals 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. Solicitation packages marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS CONTINUOUS LIGHTING MAINTENANCE

The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: PROJECT NAME: LOCATION OF WORK:

ITB 2015-02 Continuous Lighting Maintenance Sugar Land, Texas 77479

Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained by registering at Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com.

Sealed bids in triplicate, one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2014, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

Questions regarding this bid must be received by Thursday, November 6, 2014 on or before 3:00 P.M. Please contact Jason Poscovsky CPPB, Contracts Manager at jposcovsky@sugarlandtx.gov.

The City Council will award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder that complies with all requirements of the Request for Bids. The City of Sugar Land will give notice of the contract award within sixty (60) calendar days after the bid opening date and time.

Glenda Gundermann, TRMC, CMC City Secretary

NOTICE OF BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISSION HEARING DANGEROUS BUILDING 519 ASH STREET

The City of Sugar Land Building Official has deemed the single family residence located at 519 Ash Street, Sugar Land, Texas 77498 a public nuisance and a dangerous building pursuant to City of Sugar Land Code of Ordinances, Chapter 3, Article XII, Sec. 3-190. The property has been damaged by fire and is dangerous to life, safety, and the general health and welfare of occupants or the people of the city. Due to the extent of the damages, the City recommends the building be demolished.

A hearing will be held November 17, 2014, 5:30 p.m. by the Building Standards Commission in the City Council Chamber City of Sugar Land City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas 77479. During the hearing, the owner, lienholder or mortgagee must submit proof of the scope of work that may be required to bring the property into compliance and the time it will reasonably take to perform the work. The Building Standards Commission will review all information concerning the property and make a final determination regarding the actions to be taken on the property.

Details on the property and the associated Building Standards Commission hearing may be obtained by contacting the City of Sugar Land Community Development Department, 281-275-2170 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., located in City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas.

INDEPENDENT • OCTOBER 29, 2014 • Page 7

NEWS Houston launches innovative program to recognize Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus individuals demonstrating desirable qualities A new initiative by the Greater Houston Partnership (GHP) and Houston: The City With No Limits promotes the region by saluting innovative and influential individuals across the country with personalized celebration cards.

This grassroots effort provides a fun and unique way to spread awareness of Houston’s economic opportunity, quality of life, and other desirable attributes throughout the rest of the country, while honoring the contributions others have made to their communities.

Since July, more than 350 celebration cards have been sent to recipients throughout the U.S. to pay tribute to their personal and professional milestones in the areas of entrepreneurism, academics, philanthropy, athletics and more. Sample recipients include a Brooklyn, New York founder of a clothing company promoting growth in developing countries; a Chicago-based philanthropist whose organization provides transportation to medical workers and students in impoverished areas of Africa; and a researcher from Seattle who developed a cancer-fighting technology that allows for better detection and treatment.

Organizers plan to send upward of 4,000 cards throughout the life of the campaign.

“As a region built on hard work, creativity and diversity, we wanted to find a meaningful way to connect with others who share these characteristics with Houston,” said Jamey Rootes, president of the Houston Texans and GHP board member. “We envisioned many ways to spread Houston’s vibrant and welcoming spirit, and these personalized celebration cards are something memorable that will stand out and pique interest in the minds of recipients.”

A team of four local upand-coming artists hand illustrates unique notes of congratulations, which include caricature-like touches. Each card is personalized for the recipient and signed by Houston: The City With No Limits.

“The idea of saluting achievement this way is such a novel concept. Our hope is that this imaginative approach will make a lasting impression of Houston’s creativity and ingenuity for the card recipient to share with their family, friends, and wider social network,” said Bob Harvey, GHP President and CEO. Recent recipient Katie Stagliano, of South Carolina, was

recognized for founding Katie’s Krops at age 9. Six years later, the organization has raised more than $200,000 through donations and has fed America’s hungry with thousands of pounds of produce grown in 75 youth-run gardens in 27 states. Stagliano tweeted her appreciation by saying, “Thanks @HoustonNoLimits, love the note! #Houston is now on my ‘must visit’ and ‘must start a garden there’ list!”

The celebration card initiative joins other unique efforts by the campaign that provide opportunities for public interaction and engagement, including a custom digital profile builder that enables all Houstonians to build and share their own versions of Houston through social media. The public is also encouraged to visit and take photos with the giant three-dimensional “H” structure in Discovery Green through Feb. 15, 2015.

To nominate a candidate to receive a celebration card, please visit TheCityWithNoLimits.com/contact-us/.

For more information about Houston: The City With No Limits, follow the campaign on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Free Cultural Entertainment, Family Fun Set for iFest Live Calling all world travelers! Get ready for exciting cultural performances and activities at iFest Live on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Sugar Land Town Square.

After eight years of presenting this annual event, the event will transition from The Fort Bend Education Foundation to the City of Sugar Land. The City has planned a culture-rich event that celebrates the diversity of cultures within the community.

The festival will feature cultural performances from local groups such as the Mela Dance Group, the Ismaili Dance Ensemble, Tropical

Rhythms, Colony Bend Elementary Choir, Clements High School Yosakoi and many more.

Families can sample the different cultural cuisine from

local vendors and visit activity booths for face-painting, Henna, name translations and other family friendly activities.

“Travel the world” with the iFest Live passport. The first 2,000 children to collect nine official stamps from booths representing various countries from around the world will receive a free iFest Live drawstring backpack.

Festival admission and all activities are free of charge.

Complimentary event parking is available in the Lone Star and Texas Parking Garages in Sugar Land Town Square.

For more informtion about the event, visit www.sugarlandtx.gov/ifest or call 281275-2236. .

The branch was first renovated in 1991. In 2000, the smallbusiness center formerly housed at the Missouri City Branch was moved to the Mamie George Branch, which underwent minor renovations and rearrangement.

The Mamie George Branch Library was one of the earliest libraries built in the system, which now includes ten libraries. The Mamie George Branch Library provides a vast array of materials, services and technology, as well as cultural and recreational resources for people of all ages.

The Friends of the Mamie

George Branch Library, which was organized to support the branch with funds not provided in the county budget, has an ongoing book sale in the library.

Over the years, the organization has purchased trees and benches to enhance the library’s landscaping; given funds for the Summer Reading Club trophies, supplies and programming; and purchased signage and needed books for the library’s collection. For more information, call the Mamie George Branch Library at 281-238-2880 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.

Mamie George Library in Stafford celebrates 40th anniversary Fort Bend County Libraries’ Mamie George Branch Library, 320 Dulles Avenue in Stafford, invites the public to join in its 40th anniversary celebration on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m to 1 p.m.

The event is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Mamie George Branch Library, who will serve light refreshments.

Crafts and fun activities will be available for families with children of all ages throughout the celebration.

In conjunction with the anniversary open house, the Friends of the Mamie George Branch Library will have a book sale on Friday, November 7, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m, and on Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. A variety of children’s and adult books will be available, including nonfiction, fiction, paperback and hardcover selections.

Named for well-known Fort Bend County philanthropist Mamie George, the Mamie George Branch Library opened in November 1974.

The George family was very instrumental in the development of the Fort Bend County library system, particularly in its early years.

The Fort Bend Independent School District donated the land for the library site and the George Foundation funded construction of the original 4,900-square-foot Mamie George Branch Library.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS BRAZOS RIVER PARK PHASE II AND FESTIVAL SITE PROJECT The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: CIP PROJECT NAME: CIP PROJECT NUMBER: LOCATION OF WORK:

Brazos River Park Phase II and Festival Site Project PK1411 and PK1507 Bounded by Ditch A, Highway 59 and the Brazos River, Sugar Land, TX

Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained from www.

CivcastUSA.com or documents may be examined without charge in the office of the Project Engineer: Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc., 10777 Westheimer, Suite 400, Houston TX 77042.

Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 20, 2014, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 10, 2014, Brazos Room, City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, TX 77479.

For questions regarding this bid contact Wes French, wfrench@browngay.com Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc., or phone (713) 488-8263 by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 13, 2014 The contract will be awarded as provided in the Invitation to Bid; notice of award will be provided within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

Glenda Gundermann, TRMC, CMC City Secretary

The City of Sugar Land has confirmed the presence of West Nile virus at mosquito traps located along Oyster Creek near Lexington Boulevard.

The mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile on Oct. 22.

The City increased mosquito spraying to twice per week this summer and has been working closely with the Texas Department of State Health Services to trap and test mosquitos for the presence of the West Nile virus. The traps supplement the City’s larvicide and mosquito spraying operations.

Humans can contract West Nile virus from a mosquito bite. Infected mosquitoes get the virus from feeding on infected birds. The virus can cause serious illness or death.

Dr. Joe Anzaldua, the City’s medical director and health authority, urges residents to

take precautions to reduce West Nile exposure.

“Residents should use insect repellent whenever they are outdoors and avoid going outside at dusk and dawn,” said Anzaldua. “People over 50 years old and those with compromised immune systems are at a higher risk of becoming seriously ill if infected with the virus. If people have symptoms that cause them concern, they should contact their healthcare provider immediately.”

There are no medications to treat or vaccines to prevent West Nile virus infection.

Symptoms may include a stiff neck, vision problems, body tremors, mental confusion, memory loss and seizures.

The milder form of the illness is West Nile Fever. Symptoms may include fever, headache, muscle and bone aches, nausea and drowsiness. People

with the milder form of the illness typically recover on their own, although symptoms may last for several weeks. Up to 80 percent of people infected with West Nile virus will have no symptoms and will recover on their own. Anyone with questions or concerns should contact their doctor.

The Texas Department of State Health Services recommends practicing the “Four Ds”: .Use insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. .Dress in long sleeves and long pants when you are outside. .Stay indoors at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active. .Drain standing water where mosquitoes breed. Common breeding sites include old tires, flowerpots and clogged rain gutters.

Sugar Land’s District 1 Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Nov. 12

District 1 Councilmember Steve Porter will host a town hall meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 6-8 p.m., at the T.E. Harman Senior Center, 226 Matlage Way. Residents are invited to attend a meet and greet from 6-6:30 p.m. Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m., and a question-andanswer session will follow.

Topics will include emergency medical services, the crime prevention camera program, the Union Pacific Railroad doubletracking project and progress on capital improvement projects in District 1 neighborhoods. There will also be an opportunity for questions and answers with Porter.

Visit “My Neighborhood” at www.sugarlandtx.gov/myneighborhood, a tool that residents may use to determine their City Council district.

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, NOVEMBER 20, 2014 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 15-035 – PAPERLESS ROUND SHEET SOFTWARE FOR SHERIFF’S OFFICE A Pre-RFP conference will be conducted on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 10:00AM (CST). The conference will be held at the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office located at 1410 Williams Way Blvd., Richmond Texas. All vendors are encouraged to attend.

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 NOTICE OF CONSTABLE’S SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 240TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 6TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND COUNTY VS. JAIME ALEXANDER BLANCO, ET AL, in Cause# 12-DCV202610 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0 ‘ Clock AM on the 4TH day of November, 2014, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: CEO: 3280020070080901 LOT 8 IN BLOCK 7 OF FREEWAY MANOR, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 20, PAGE 5 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 6TH DAY OF OCTOBER as the property of JAIME ALEXANDER BLANCO, PRIME ACCEPTANCE CORP., AN ILLINOIS CORPORATION, AMEGY BANK, FKA SOUTHWEST BANK OF TEXAS to satisfy a judgment amounting to $2,889.17, 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 CITY OF ROSENBERG, LAMAR CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT AND FORT BEND COUNTY. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 6TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014.

A.J. DORR Constable Precinct # 1 Fort Bend County, Texas E. DEWAYNE LOGAN Deputy Constable

Refinancing saves Sugar Land $2.95 million

Sugar Land recently refinanced five series of bonds that will save City taxpayers a total of $2.95 million over the next 12 years and reduce the City’s interest rate from 4.39 to 1.67 percent. After the transaction was reviewed by Standard & Poor’s and Fitch Ratings, the bonds received a AAA rating.

This rating is the highest bond rating a municipal bond can carry and represents a bond with minimal risk due to the strong financial management practices of the City. Bond ratings reflect the Sugar Land’s creditworthiness and are based on economic base, financial indicators, outstanding debt and management policies and practices. A City’s bond rating is similar to a consumer’s credit score; a higher rating leads to better offers of credit and lower interest rates.

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 11th day of September, 2014 by the 268TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 13-DCV-208747 in favor of the Plaintiff - CHASEWOOD COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, for the sum of $2,661.01 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and /or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 29TH day of September, 2014, 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) -JANICE R. HICKS AND RAYMOND H. HICKS had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 27, BLOCK 4,OF CHASEWOOD SUBDIVISION, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT VOLUME 11, PAGE 2 IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 127,870.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE’S SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 400TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 2ND DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of BRAZOS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT VS. LEO J. GUTIERREZ, ET AL, in Cause# 13-DCV-206338 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0 ‘ Clock AM on the 4TH day of November, 2014, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: GEO R45808 A TRACT OF LAND BEING 2.689 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, IN THE J. S. O’CONNER LEAGUE, ABSTRACT 66, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN CLERK’S FILE NUMBER 2010034110 OF THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 3RD DAY OF OCTOBER as the property of LEO J. GUTIERREZ, MARY ALICE GUTIERREZ to satisfy a judgment amounting to $3,537.25, 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 BRAZOS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT, FORT BEND COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT #3 AND FORT BEND COUNTY LATERAL ROAD AND FLOOD CONTROL. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 3RD DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014.

ROB COOK Constable Precinct # 3 Fort Bend County, Texas M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

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 11th day of September, 2014 by the 268TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 12-DCV-199021 in favor of the Plaintiff - BRIARGATE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, for the sum of $2,661.01 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and /or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 29TH day of September, 2014, 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) -DALY J. TATMON AND SHERIDA J. NAULS had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 2, BLOCK 4, OF BRIARGATE, SECTION 16, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT SLIDE 1923A IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 15319 APPLERIDGE, MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS 77489.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 127,870.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

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AUTOMOBILE: Lexus IS250

By BARBARA FULENWIDER The third-generation Lexus IS models continue to upset the balance of power among sport sedans for 2015.

The IS 250 conveys an aggressive yet elegant presence with the brand’s spindle grille, L-theme LED daytime running lights and taut bodylines. The all-V6 lineup incudes the choice of 204hp and 306-hp powertrains, with rear-wheel drive or allweather drive. The power delivery combined with multilink rear suspension and finely tuned electronic power steering provides a rousing driving experience.

The Lexus IS features a host of upgrades for 2015, including new LED fog lights and numerous cabin enhancements. A heated steering wheel is available for all wheel drive models.

The standard backup monitor adds gridlines for 2015, which make parking maneuvers easier and safe.

To keep drivers connected, all IS models get the indemand Siri Eyes Free mode, with technology licensed from Apple. Siri responds to verbal requests to play music from iTunes, get turn-by-turn navigation, and more. In addition, the Lexus IS models add the advanced Lexus Enform Remote, which allows the owner to remotely view

and control certain vehicle features using a mobile app for iOS and Android devices.

Key features include remote door lock/unlock; remote stop/ start for the engine and climate control; vehicle finder, guest driver monitor and more.

The IS 350 with the 3.5-liter V6 has 306 hp and 277 lb.-ft. of peak torque. Its eight-speed, Sport Direct Shift (SPDS) automatic transmission chooses the gears intuitively or shift yourself with the paddle shifters. The IS 250 model uses a 204-hp 2.5-liter V6 matched to a six-speed automatic.

A touch-screen display audio system equips the IS models with an eight-inch screen, backup monitor, HD Radio, Bluetooth audio, automatic phone book transfer, a vehicle information display and complimentary traffic and weather data provided via HD Radio.

More luxuries include a

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high-efficiency dual-zone climate control system and the option of two multimedia systems: a standard high-resolution Lexus Display Audio with controller or the optional Lexus navigation system.

The navigation system allows control of the climate, audio, phone controls and more. The optional Mark Levinson Premium Surround System has 835 watts powering 15 speakers.

The next-generation IS models have the Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management system, which integrates anti-lock brakes, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control and vehicle stabil-

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 13th day of August, 2014 by the 400TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause 10-DCV-185504 in favor of the Plaintiff - the Grove Community Association, Plaintiff, for the sum of $9,470.56 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and / or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 2nd day of September, 2014, 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) -SOUTHWEST CAPITAL INVESTMENT CORPORATION had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 FOUR, IN BLOCK NINE OF THE GROVE, SECTION THREE, A SUBDIVISION OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 24, PAGE 10 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2315 COUNTRY PLACE DRIVE, RICHMOND, TX 77406.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 172,020.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

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 September 29, 2014, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in November, 2014, the same being the 4th day of said month, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, 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 #

Don’t mess with a man’s car or dog. And a young, punk Russian did both. This misguided youth thought his victim was a “nobody” when explaining to his gangster father (Michael Nygvist – Swedish not Russian) that he “…just stole a car and messed up a dog.” That’s a huge mistake, Iosef (Alfie Allen). That guy is John Wick (Keanu “The Matrix” Reeves) also known as the Boogeyman. And John Wick is the guy to hire if you want to kill a boogeyman.

Lucky for the world, ex-hitman John Wick, had retired from killing other humans for a living. But that does not mean that John Wick doesn’t still have a large stash of serious weapons and a special set of skills that rivals Bryan (Liam Neeson) Mills. Now let’s get something straight now; I did not say that he had more skills than Bryan Mills, but I am saying that within ten yards, John Wick has superior skills with a pistol – two to the body and one to the head. John Wick’s reloads are a thing of beauty.

Please notice that I am not comfortable calling him “Wick” or “John.” One should always refer to this character as John Wick. You don’t have to call him Mr. Wick and dang sure better not call him “Johnny.” This very uptight John Wick is grieving the recent loss of his wife, and then a Ruskie goes so far as to steal his 1969 Boss Mustang. And I can’t even mention the fate of his adorable puppy. A man can only take so much.

Keanu Reeves competently plays an angry assassin with a stylized beard and near-constant music in the background. The crowds will show up to see Reeves in this homicidal role, but keep your expectations in check. Sadly, this is a mediocre film that will do well at the box office, but Director Chad Stahelski, who is primarily known for his talent as a stunt coordinator, should stick with what he knows best.

Now that I think about it, this movie had outstanding stunts.

I’ll give you that, Chad. However, the story lacked intrigue and passion; especially if you don’t count killing more than 40 bad guys at almost point-blank range as passionate. John Wick is set on revenge and felt completely justified for mass slayings. And I repeat: “don’t mess with a man’s car or dog.”

Willem Dafoe is the big winner as Marcus - the guy with a high-powered rifle and an expensive scope. I really like Dafoe because of his da-face. Anyone with a mug like his; and can make it in Hollywood for over 30 years is my kind of guy.

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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 4th day of September, 2014 by the 434TH Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause# 10-DCV185543 in favor of the Plaintiff - PARK AT MISSION GLEN HOMEOWNERS Association, Plaintiff, for the sum of $9,374.02 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and / or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 29TH day of September, 2014, 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) -BUKOLA OLAIYA AND BERNARD EJIOGU had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 4TH day of November, 2014 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 1, BLOCK 3,OF PARK MISSION GLEN, SECTION 3, AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE 2397/A OF THE MAP/PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS AS MODIFIED

BY ANY SUPPLEMENTS THERETO OR REPLATS THEREOF. ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: 146,900.00 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 M. SCHEIBEL Deputy Constable #1331

Cause # Judgment Date

1

08-DCV166313 12/09/09

2

09-DCV169016 03/18/14

3

10-DCV178557 09/13/13

4

12-DCV197820 08/13/14

5

13-DCV205877 07/30/14

6

13-DCV211415 07/30/14

Acct # Order Issue Date

Style of Case

Legal Description

Adjudged Value

Estimated Minimum Bid

$120,350.00

$14,000.00

BRIARGATE, LTS 15-17, BLK 1, R/P, SEC 13, REC'D IN SLIDE# 783A*

$53,430.00

$38,500.00

730000004030091 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. JOE 0 PENA, ET AL SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

STAFFORD OAKS , TRACT 'C' OUT OF LT 4, VOL 255, PG 484 & VOL 369, PG 560*

$50,640.00

$14,400.00

591005025130090 7 SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 260201004040190 7 SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

QUAIL VALLEY EAST, LT 13, BLK 25, SEC 5, VOL 15, PG 3*

$20,000.00

$6,700.00

$115,840.00

$9,500.00

$167,190.00

$14,300.00

215003011090090 7 SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 215013001017090 7 SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

FORT BEND COUNTY VS. ALFRED FRENCH, AKA ALFARED RENEEL FRENCH, ET AL

BRIARGATE SEC 3, BLK 11, LT 9, VOL 9, PG 7*

FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT VS. ROBERT L. BOSLEY, ET UX

FORT BEND COUNTY VS. EQUATOR L. TURNER, ET AL

FORT BEND COUNTY VS. COLONIAL LAKES OFFICE SLEEPAID MEDICAL PARK, CONDO UNIT # 401, BLDG EQUIPMENT SERVICES, LLC, ET 4 OUT OF RSV A, BLK 1, PLAT # AL 20070107, CLK'S FILE #2007036095 IN THE CONDOMINIUM RECORDS & CLERK'S FILE# 2008099608 IN THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS*

495002017230090 FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT VS. KENT 7 SEPTEMBER 23, DOUGLAS CAVENDER 2014

THE MEADOWS, SEC 2, LT 23, BLK 17, SEC 2, VOL 7, PG 7*

(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, September 29, 2014 Constable Rob Cook 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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