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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2017
Official newspaper of Fort Bend County & Missouri City
Sheriff acts swiftly over offensive display on truck
By SESHADRI KUMAR Karen Fonseca, who owned a truck which displayed an anti-Trump sticker with a fourletter expletive, was arrested by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office on Nov. 16, not for the offensive display but for an outstanding warrant. Police arrested Fonseca at her house in Stafford in front of her 6-year-old daughter according to her husband. She was subsequently released on bail. On June 29, 2015, the Rosenberg Police Department took a report of a Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information (State Jail Felony) on Karen Fonseca (AKA Karen Lev). The case was filed July of 2017 with the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. The case was reviewed by a Grand Jury and a warrant
was then issued by the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office for Karen Fonseca. A day earlier before her arrest, on Nov. 15, Sheriff Troy E Nehls made a post to his Facebook page looking for the owner of a truck which had a display that read “F*** Trump, and f*** you for voting for him.” On Nov. 16, police received an anonymous tip about an outstanding warrant Fonseca has in Rosenberg. Nehls made a post searching for the owner of the truck on his Facebook page. “I have received numerous calls regarding the offensive display on this truck as it is often seen along FM 359. If you know who owns this truck or it is yours, I would like to discuss it with you. Our Prosecutor has informed us
she would accept Disorderly Conduct charges regarding it, but I feel we could come to an agreement regarding a modification to it.” On Thursday, Nehls removed the post, and disabled the ability to write on his Facebook wall. At a press conference, Nehls stated that he did not regret making the post. He said he removed the post after Karen Fonseca was identified as the owner of the truck. District Attorney John Healey said the content of the sticker would not meet the elements of a crime and mere profanity is not enough to prosecute.
Elementary, Mr. Sheriff! See Page 4
Missouri City in favor of continuing curfew for minors
By BARBARA FULENWIDER Keeping kids off the streets in Missouri City has been a city ordinance since 1994. A state statute says cities must evaluate its minor curfew ordinance every three years and conduct public hearings to determine the necessity of such an ordinance, so city council did at their Nov. 6 meeting. The city ordinance on curfew for minors was last reviewed in 2014. Council had the option to either abolish, continue or modify it. Since it was designed to decrease juvenile involvement in violent crime and gang activity and has been doing just that, council unanimously voted to keep their curfew ordinance just as it was. Missouri City Police Chief Mike Berezin presented the agenda item to council and was definitely in favor of keeping it. He told council he had worked
night duty for 15 years as a policeman “so I know how effective this tool is for officers.” Mayor Allen Owen said one adjoining city (Sugar Land) has never adopted a juvenile curfew but will keep reminding them of the need to. “Stafford, Richmond and Rosenberg all have,” he said. “Kids who come here (to council) are in favor of the ordinance because they felt when they were out on the streets coming home from a job or school, they felt a lot safer knowing our guys were on the streets stopping those who weren’t suppose to be there.” The mayor also noted that Fort Bend ISD has done away with truancy enforcement and that the students have to have seven absences before anything can be done about it. “We can. If we catch a kid on the street during school hours he’s in violation of our curfew
that is in place during the day and night. We have an ordinance that protects the children and keeps them out of people’s houses.” Police records presented by Berezin show that 30 percent of juvenile criminal activity occurs during curfew hours and 70 percent occurs in Missouri City during non-curfew hours. Council and staff believe it’s a valuable tool for police to use because it makes Missouri City a safer city. Curfew hours are from 11 p.m. on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday until 6 a.m. the following day and from 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any Saturday or Sunday. Also, from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, provided, however, the hours defined in this paragraph shall See CURFEW, Page 3
Harvest Green Festival draws thousands
Competitors in the Harvest Fest pie-eating contest take their first bites to victory as crowds of well-wishers watch. More than 5,000 people reaped a day’s worth of fall fun during the second annual Harvest Fest at Harvest Green. Staged Nov. 11 in the Richmond community, Harvest Fest offered a bounty of activities from a pieeating contest and sack races to a pumpkin patch and pumpkin decorating. Visitors could purchase fresh produce from the Harvest Green Veggie Wagon and take tours of the 18-acre Village Farm located in the community. The farm’s Nubian goats and chickens also were on display and a host of food trucks provided plenty of tasty fare. “A beautiful day served as a backdrop for this popular event, which really showcased the lifestyle residents enjoy in Harvest Green,” said Haley Peck, marketing director. “All ages found something to enjoy — we can’t wait to do it all again next year.” Harvest Fest is just one of many public events Harvest Green holds throughout the year including farmers markets, a summer tomato festival and Chef Fest. Homes in the community are priced from the $240,000s. For more information, visit www.harvestgreentexas.com.
Best Buy selects Missouri City for distribution center
Best Buy, a leading provider of technology products, services and solutions, has selected Missouri City, Texas, as the location of its newest delivery distribution center. Best Buy plans to open the distribution center prior to the 2018 holiday shopping season. The facility will distribute large items — including products ranging from major appliances to large 4K televisions — to nearly 60 Best Buy stores throughout Texas and Louisiana and directly to customers’ homes. It’s expected to create at least 40 new full-time jobs in Missouri City. “We’re pleased to bring this distribution center to Missouri City,” said Jeff Shelman, Best Buy spokesman. “Not only will it provide local jobs and tax revenue, but it will allow us to better serve our customers throughout much of southern Texas.” “This distribution center will have a tremendous economic impact on Missouri City, not only through primary jobs but also as a long-term property tax generator,” said Joe Esch, Missouri City Economic Development Director. “We appreciate the investment that Best Buy is making in our community and look forward to a long-lasting relationship with the company. I
commend the City Council for their work to secure this opportunity for our residents.” The planned facility will be an approximately 550,000-squarefoot greenfield development that will be located at 636 Highway 90A (at the corner of Cravens Road and Highway 90, near the Sam Houston Tollway). Seefried Industrial Properties, Inc. and 4M Investments, LLC will develop the property for Best Buy. The project came directly to the Missouri City Economic Development Department from the company’s site selection consultant in July 2017. Key factors to the success of the project were the proximity to interstate highways, workforce availability, real estate partners, incentive opportunities and available land for greenfield development. “We are delighted to welcome Best Buy as Missouri City’s newest corporate citizen,” said Allen Owen, Mayor of Missouri City. “A previously vacant piece of land now will be a major source of revenue that can help us serve the residents of Missouri City. This is a big win, and I am excited at the possibilities that will be open to our community with these good jobs and revenue.” Fort Bend County Commis-
sioners Court also provided incentives based upon the capital investment and jobs that Best Buy is bringing to the county. Jack Belt, Executive Vice President of the Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council, commented “The Best Buy project represents a significant next step forward in the emergence of a new major regional industrial center growing around the interchange of US 90A and the Sam Houston Tollway. It also continues the evolution of Fort Bend into a preferred commercial address in Greater Houston that will soon rival its long established reputation as one of the region’s most desired residential areas.” Best Buy is a leading provider of technology products, services and solutions. The company offers expert service at an unbeatable price more than 1.5 billion times a year to the consumers, small business owners and educators who visit our stores, engage with Geek Squad Agents or use BestBuy.com or the Best Buy app. The company has operations in the U.S. where more than 70 percent of the population lives within 15 minutes of a Best Buy store, as well as in Canada and Mexico, where Best Buy has a physical and online presence.
The Holy Grail of High School Theatre, “SPAMALOT
School Edition” at Clements High School
Join the students and parents as theatre students of Clements High School act as performers and production crew of SPAMALOT School Edition.
In the picture , (Left to right) Isabella Marino (Patsy), Dinah Ndu (King Arthur), Jo Gosda (Lady of the Lake), Eric Toalson (Galahad - seen as taunter in this photo), Adrian Pacini (French Taunter).
This musical tells the legendary tale of King Arthur’s quest for the Holy Grail. Inspired by the classic comedy film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the musical diverts from more traditional versions of the legend. SPAMALOT School Edition features shenanigans including flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits, and Knights of Ni. Throughout the show, King Arthur recruits several knights to accompany him on his quest,
but audience members will have to see the show to know how the adventure ends. Please note: this performance is rated PG-13 and might not be appropriate for younger students. All performances are in the Clements High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each at the door for all four shows. November 30 @ 7 p.m. December 1 @ 7 p.m. December 2 @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
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NEWS FBCA athletes sign National Letters of Intent Two Fort Bend Christian Academy seniors signed letters of intent to play softball at the collegiate level. To recognize and celebrate their hard work, determination and sacrifice, Fort Bend Christian Academy hosted a signing ceremony for the athletes. Tessa Cantrell signed her National Letter of Intent to play softball for the Washington University Bears, located in St. Louis. Washington University is a member of the University Athletic Association. “By committing to WashU, Tessa shows that academic options coming out of FBCA are limitless,” Coach Kelly Carroll said. “She is extremely smart on the field and in the classroom, and her intelligence plays a large role in her pitching success. Tessa has excelled in the pitching circle and will definitely make an immediate impact at WashU.” With more than a decade of softball experience, Tessa has traveled all over the country to play ball, and she lettered the past three years at FBCA. Tessa’s current club team is Impact Gold. One of Tessa’s favorite memories
are the bus rides with the FBCA team, especially after big wins. She also enjoyed traveling to Hawaii with the team and winning two state championships with her friends. Her awards include: •Three-time 1st Team All-District Award winner •MVP of TAPPS District 7 •2nd Team All-State her freshman and sophomore years •1st Team All-State as a Junior •Academic All-State the last two seasons •Named to the 2017 TAPPS State All-Tournament teams in 2016 and 2017 •KPRC Channel 2 Athlete of the Week •Sugar Land Skeeters Athlete of the Month “Thank you to Coach Jacoby and Coach Carroll for making me the player I am today,” Tessa said. “Thank you to Coach Bruce for teaching me everything I know about pitching. Thank you to Eagles on the Air and my friends and teammates on the FBCA softball team. Thank you to my parents and brother for having so much patience and encouraging me, and finally, thank you to the
best catcher and friend a girl can have—Kati Ray Brown.” Kati Ray Brown signed her National Letter of Intent to play softball for the University of Houston Cougars in the American Athletic Conference. Kati Ray has played Softball for 13 years, including two years for the FBCA middle school team, and she has lettered for three years at FBCA. Her Club team is also Impact Gold. “Kati Ray has bled Cougar red since she was little,” Coach Kelly Carroll said. “She commands the field from behind the plate and scares pitchers when she is at bat. Kati Ray has a great chance of going into UH and earning a starting position. She has the whole package: champion, strong, smart and an amazing leader. Kati Ray’s favorite memories in softball are winning back-toback state championships, every College Station tournament, playing her sophomore and junior years in the “Best of the Best” game in Colorado, and finally committing her freshman year to “the best college ever.” Her awards include: •Three-time 1st Team All-District, •2nd Team All State in 2015, •1st Team All-State in 2016 and 2017. •Two-time TAPPS State All-Tournament Team, •Two-time Academic All State, •2016 TAPPS District MVP and •Two-time player choice Award at FBCA. “Thanks to my Mom and Dad for always supporting me and encouraging me through my career,” she said. “Thank you to my sister for encouraging me to play softball. Thank you to my coaches for making me the player I am today. Thanks to God for giving me this talent; all the glory goes to Him. My final special thank you is to Tessa for being my favorite pitcher to catch, and helping me become the catcher I am today.”
Kati Ray Brown, seated, left, and Tessa Cantrell, right.
The Fort Bend Boys Choir is ringing in their 36th holiday season with a Christmas Musicale concert on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist ChurchMissouri City. Their three performing treble choirs – Training, Town and Tour – will be showcased along with Music Magic, the organization’s class of six and seven year olds. Tickets are available by calling the choir office, on their website or at the door. Adult admission is $15.00 and children 12 and under are $5.00. All proceeds from the Christmas Musicale are used for program support, operational expenses and scholarships. And if you know of a young boy who loves music and singing, open auditions for new choirboys are Saturday, December 9th! Learn more about the Fort Bend Boys Choir and how they make a difference in the lives of boys by visiting their website at www.fbbctx.org or calling (281) 240-3800. You can also check out their fan page too on Facebook. Fort Bend Boys Choir performing at the 2016 Christmas Musicale by Terri Cannon of Spider Photography.
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NEWS
Man sentenced to 42 years for killing estranged wife
Public transportation recognizes employees for Hurricane Harvey service
Pictured Left to Right, Front Row: Mandi Bronsell, Commissioner Pct. 1 Office; Brenda Bernander, Lamar CISD Operations Manager; Paulette Shelton, Transportation Director; Lori Allbright, Fort Bend ISD Operations Manager; Sam Hoelscher, First Transit Operations Manager Back Row: Robert Pechukas, Commissioner Pct 3. Office; Jeff Braun, Office of Emergency Management Director; Commissioner James Patterson, Pct. 4. On November 2, Fort Bend County Public Transportation (Transportation) held a gift card presentation at the County Historic Courthouse to recognize those who assisted during Hurricane Harvey. The gift cards presented at the event were tokens of appreciation gifted to Transportation on September 27, 2017 from South West Transit Association (SWTA) and Texas Transit Association (TTA) who coordinated with other national transportation agencies in an effort to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Thirty-one employees from
five transit organizations sustained personal damage from the hurricane event. These thirty-one assisted in taking rescued residents to shelters and coordinating rides through dispatch. The hope is that the gift cards can be used to assist with the recovery process. Transportation Deputy Director Tennille Jones welcomed all in attendance. Commissioner James Patterson, Pct. 4; Paulette Shelton, Director of Transportation; Jeff Braun, Director of Office of Emergency Management and James Hoss, Transportation
Operations Manager spoke about the floods and thanked all who assisted with enabling Fort Bend Transportation to transport Fort Bend citizens from their homes to safe and dry grounds. Representatives from Fort Bend Independent School District, Lamar Consolidated Independent School District and First Transit were in attendance to accept their employees’ gift cards. Also in attendance were representatives from the offices of Commissioner Morales, Pct. 1, Commissioner Prestage, Pct. 2 and Commissioner Meyers, Pct. 3.
2017 Sounds of the Season Holiday Luncheon The holiday season is upon us – let’s celebrate! It is that time of the year to get out of the office and spread some holiday cheer. The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Sounds of the Season Holiday Luncheon on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 11:30 a.m – 1:00 p.m at Sweetwater Country Club. This festive holiday luncheon is a great way to celebrate this year’s successes with clients, staff and friends. Help us welcome special guest, Bob Goshen who is an author, international speaker, and coach to CEO’s and business leaders around the world. His expertise in leadership and the development of corporate culture has been applauded by many corporations, colleges, and most recently the US Army. Bob will share concepts and principles to use in your business and inspiring
Curfew From Page 1 not be considered as curfew hours during time periods in which classes are cancelled or during scheduled vacations or holidays observed by the school in which the student is enrolled. In 2014, curfew hours made up 37 percent of total juvenile crime and have remained that way through 2016. Total distinct cases in 2014 were 79 and total arrests were 100. In 2015 total distinct cases were 94 and total arrests 126. This past year there were 57 distinct cases and 71 arrests. In 2014 there were 22 juveniles arrested for daytime curfews, 20 for nighttime curfews and 58 during non curfew hours. Nine juveniles were arrested for disorderly conduct, i.e. fighting, and 12 were ar-
at event for $2,500. Reserve your seat today with corporate tables at $500 (table for 10) or $400 (table for 8), or individual tickets are $35. Please contact Juliette Nessmith for reservations: 281.566.2161 or juliette@fortbendcc.org.
Sherman Dwayne Jones was sentenced to 42 years in prison on November 14, after pleading guilty to the murder of his estranged wife. The 56-year-old Needville man was charged with the crime after violently stabbing the woman to death in front of their young children in 2011. According to Assistant District Attorney Amanda Bolin, Chief of the Domestic Violence Division, ending an abusive relationship does not necessarily end the abuse. For some victims, it can make it worse. This time of separation is particularly dangerous and abusers can become increasingly controlling. Sherman Jones is a textbook example of a chronic domestic abuser. When his wife and mother of four of his children left him in the fall of 2011, he refused to accept it. On November 12, 2011, Jones used his children to lure Sapphira Kay Jones back to their small home in Needville, Texas. When an argument erupted
trial. The four children, who are now ages 12, 13, 14 and 17, read a powerful victim impact statement after sentencing. They told their father that they look to him with disgust as the man they are not going to be and how they will not let this devilish act determine their future. Presenting a Victim Impact Statement to the court and the defendant is a right guaranteed to crime victims by Texas law. Jones was prosecuted in the 400th District Court before Presiding Judge Maggie Jaramillo. Murder in this case is a firstdegree felony punishable from 15 to 99 years or life in prison and a fine up to $10,000. Jones was not probation eligible. The sentence will likely result in Jones dying in prison but also allowed the four boys to avoid testifying against their father. Assistant District Attorneys Amanda Bolin and Tonika Davis prosecuted the case. Attorneys Michael Elliott and Ken Bryant represented the defendant.
between the two in front of their children, it quickly became violent with Jones repeatedly punching Sapphira. Their 11year old son ran for help from nearby relatives when the abuse began. Jones then grabbed a large butcher knife from the kitchen and chased Sapphira out the front door and into the yard where she fought for her life and tried to leave. The last words she spoke to her 11-year old son were to “keep running!” as Jones yelled for him to “get back here.” With their 6, 7 and 8-year old children watching, Jones stabbed Sapphira at least a dozen times in the chest and left her for dead. When relatives arrived to the scene with the oldest child, Jones told them “she deserved it.” Jones was previously convicted of assaulting an exwife, assaulting an ex-girlfriend with a weapon, and for sexually assaulting a cousin. All three prior victims were terrified of Jones but were willing to testify if there was a
Christmas nights in Rosenberg There may not be snow in Rosenberg, Texas, but that doesn’t mean we won’t be having winter-time fun at Rosenberg Christmas Nights, a FREE event put on by the Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Rosenberg Main Street Program, and the Cultural Arts District, and thanks to our many local sponsors. This year, the event is kicking off at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1st, with the lighting of the Christmas tree in downtown and bringing visitors brand new activities to get excited over. One of the new features will be an ice-skating rink and for younger kids, a toboggan ride. A larger-than-life snow-globe will make great photos and selfies for people of all ages.
Trackless Train Rides Downtown Shopping Theatrical Performances by CAST Theatrical Company *Dinner Under the Stars is a ticketed event that include sa delicious meal “under the stars” catered by several local eateries. Guests will then enjoy a play by CAST Theatrical. Tickets are $50 and this event always sells out! For tickets call Carrie Kmiec at (832) 595-3523. Don’t wait! The dinner WILL sell out! 2017 will be a Christmas to remember in Rosenberg. The event has something for the whole family, and most importantly it’s FREE! We hope to see everyone come out to downtown Rosenberg on December 1st and 2nd. For questions contact Carrie Kmiec at (832) 595-3523.
Here’s a rundown of some of the fun you can expect at Rosenberg Christmas Nights, 2017: Friday, December 1 (6 p.m 10 p.m): 6:00 p.m - Lighting of the Christmas Tree kicks off the event Selfies with Santa Ice-Skating Rink Downtown Shopping Dinner Under the Stars (ticketed event including catered meal and theatrical performance*) Saturday, Dec. 2 (3 p.m - 9 p.m) FREE Professional Photos with Santa Ice-Skating Rink Toboggan Rides Snow-Globe Selfie Station Musical Performances Food vendors Craft Vendors
FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017
Goshen philosophies on motivating the motivator. Prior to Bob joining us on stage, guests will be welcomed with seasonal songs by the Kempner High School Choir. Do not miss this joyous Fort Bend Chamber tradition! Presenting sponsorship includes a table for 10, logo inclusion on marketing materials, and recognition rested for shoplifting. Ten of the 12 were arrested during non curfew hours, one during daytime curfew and another during nighttime curfew. Of the 126 juveniles arrested in 2015, 22 were picked up during the day, 16 at night and 68 during non curfew hours. Nine were arrested for burglary of a house, and 8 of those occurred during non curfew hours. Fourteen teens were arrested for shoplifting. All of those also occurred during non curfew hours. The juvenile curfew report for 2016 showed the fewest number of cases and arrests of the three years. The largest number of juvenile cases were eight for possession of marijuana and seven of those were during non curfew hours. Six juveniles were arrested for bodily injury assaults. They were also arrested during non curfew hours.
Data Control Codes 5700 5800 5900 5020
Revenues Local, intermediate, and out-of-state State program revenues Federal program revenues Total revenues
General Fund
Debt Service Funds
Non-major Governmental Funds
Total Governmental Funds
$ 363,641,297 224,045,425 9,226,988 596,913,710
$ 103,870,364 1,875,418 105,745,782
125,228 2,217,036 2,342,264
$ 15,047,442 7,650,187 38,300,323 60,997,952
$ 482,684,331 233,571,030 49,744,347 765,999,708
351,605,814 7,353,704 10,597,964 12,174,420 39,656,488 28,190,325 1,531,051 7,388,922 21,615,297 12,490,059 15,716,062 60,249,514 7,538,739 14,914,481 686,178
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408,129 12,008 138,207 6,371,560 31,692 959,656 71,782 40,805,916 2,213,015 9,502,816 -
22,910,004 222,103 2,188,093 1,061,384 443,345 2,270,522 228,005 1,249,214 1,417,461 25,942,933 1,570,904 463,884 61,204 1,077,379
374,923,947 7,587,815 12,786,057 13,374,011 40,099,833 30,460,847 1,759,056 8,638,136 29,404,318 25,974,625 15,020,619 15,787,844 101,519,314 9,812,958 24,417,297 1,763,557
-
50,698,393 41,272,170 741,812
721,603
-
50,698,393 41,272,170 1,463,415
-
-
146,735,447
-
146,735,447
454,000 2,845,274 595,008,292
92,712,375
207,971,831
320,900 61,427,335
774,900 2,845,274 957,119,833
Capital Projects $
0093 0099 6030
Expenditures Current: Instruction Instructional resources and media services Curriculum and instructional staff development Instructional leadership School leadership Guidance, counseling, & evaluation services Social work services Health services Student transportation Food services Extracurricular activities General administration Facilities maintenance and operations Security and monitoring services Data processing services Community services Debt Service: Principal on long-term debt Interest on long-term debt Bond issuance costs and fees Capital Outlay: Facilities acquisition and construction Intergovernmental: Payments related to shared services arrangement Payments to tax appraisal district Total Expenditures
1100
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over expenditures
1,905,418
13,033,407
(205,629,567)
7911 7911 7912 7915 7916 8911 8949 7080
Other Financing Sources (Uses) Refunding bonds issued Issuance of capital related debt Sale of real or personal property Transfers in Premium or discount on issuance of bonds Transfers out Payment to bond refunding escrow agent Total other financing sources and uses
119,375 1,500,000 (732,817) 886,558
33,155,000 (7,000,000) (33,155,000) (7,000,000)
84,330,000 7,732,817 8,414,910 100,477,727
2,791,976
6,033,407
(105,151,840)
59,006,621 65,040,028
33,669,372 $ (71,482,468)
0011 0012 0013 0021 0023 0031 0032 0033 0034 0035 0036 0041 0051 0052 0053 0061 0071 0072 0073 0081
1200 0100 3000
Net change in fund balances Fund Balances - Beginning Fund Balances - Ending
182,463,050 $ 185,255,026
$
(429,383) (429,383) $
8,798,820 8,369,437
(191,120,125) 33,155,000 84,330,000 119,375 9,232,817 8,414,910 (7,732,817) (33,155,000) 94,364,285 (96,755,840) 283,937,863 $ 187,182,023
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OPINION ‘Elementary, my dear sheriff!’
“Elementary, my dear Watson,” are the words attributed to the legendary detective Sherlock Homes, (though he never said those words the exact way in the stories). They exemplify the superb deductive logic of the ace detective and its admiration by the assistant, Mr. Watson. These words come to mind in the context of Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls’ ‘escapade’ over a window sticker that was derogatory to the President of the United States, and his use of Facebook as an extraordinary detective tool in solving the mystery. One can’t help resist saying, “Elementary, my dear Sheriff,” though Nehls is not Sherlock Holmes. Only the word, “elementary” fits the bill here. The sheriff should have known what he was getting into, but he did it anyway. And there is room for plenty of speculation as to why he made the Facebook posting that made him more newsworthy than the alleged offense. Some odd elements in this episode need to be highlighted here. If there is an unidentified motor vehicle involved in a crime, say an accident killing a pedestrian or carrying contraband, and if the vehicle disappears from the scene, what
law. The sheriff did seek legal advice not from the District Attorney directly, but from an assistant prosecutor who gave the green light apparently based on the mere words of the sticker. The sheriff did not contact District Attorney John Healey before his Facebook posting, but called him two hours after the post went public. “Elementary, my dear sheriff; it is not a crime. The words alone do not meet the elements of a crime, namely inciting violence; that is also common sense perspective;no charges can be filed.” No, Healey did not use these exact words, but told the sheriff he would not accept the charges. Everyone involved, including the sheriff and the DA, know that the words in the sticker are protected speech. Perhaps Nehls did not call Healey first because he knew he would not get the answer he wanted. It may be really a coincidence that the police got a tip about the pending warrant for the woman and arrested her for an unrelated charge. Then the sheriff took down the posting and said there was no need to keep the posting live as the mission is accomplished. The truck owner is identified.
Inside Track By Seshadri Kumar would the police do? Once the vehicle’s registration number is known, (here the sheriff had the complete picture of the truck)the police would first run the license plate to crosscheck the database and identify the owner. That is a routine practice of every cop patrolling the streets. Have you ever heard of the police making a Facebook posting seeking information on the truck? Maybe, it is justified in cold cases or if there is no clue or breakthrough for a long time. Adding to the mystery is the reported fact that the owner of the truck was formerly an employee of the sheriff’s department and how the department could not have identified her immediately. The woman has another name as well and possibly that confused the sheriff’s department. Neither the sheriff nor the district attorney makes the
At a press conference, the sheriff did not sound like an aggressive law enforcement chief, but parroted words like a peacemaker. All he wanted was the woman to take down the offensive sticker. He wanted to reach an understanding with her. There is no question of filing charges against her and at this point the sheriff had convincing explanation for his Facebook post. It is perhaps a simple conclusion that the sheriff drew enormous publicity out of this episode and even bad publicity is good publicity for an aspiring politician. Fort Bend County’s Republican Party circles are aware of Nehls’ intention to run for Congressional Dist. 22 against U.S. Rep. Pete Olson in the upcoming party primary. Nehls has not publicly announced it or confirmed his intentions. By appearing to be a proTrumper, is Nehls seeking the support of the party base? Maybe Trump supporters in the party would like his action, but what about moderates and Republicans in Name Only who hate Trump? Hope the sheriff does not consider this article a criticism. Remember, any publicity is good publicity.
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State Rep. Rick Miller to seek re-election State Representative Rick Miller (R-Fort Bend) has filed for re-election to continue his distinguished service in the Texas House of Representatives serving Fort Bend County. “I am honored to stand here today with the support of family and friends and file for reelection to the Texas House. I am proud of our accomplishments and am eager to begin anew in service to conservative principles on behalf of our vibrant community.” A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Representative Miller was first elected in 2012 and has served House District 26 on major committees. These include the House Committee on Appropriations, which oversees the conservative budget for the State of Texas, and the Committee on Human Services, which oversees vital state health services. In addition to those committee appointments, Representative Miller also serves as the Chairman of the Texas Veterans Caucus, the leading group of men and women legislators, committed to representing the interest of the members of our nation’s armed forces. “Our work to ensure that Texas remains the greatest state in the nation begins in
Acct # Order Issue Date
Style of Case
10-DCV180900 05/24/17
003900000032190 1 OCTOBER 20, 2017
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. MANDELL & WRIGHT PC FKA MANDELL & WRIGHT, ATTORNEY'S AT LAW, ET AL
1.7548 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, HENRY JONES SURV, ABST 39, CLERK'S FILE NO. 20025130703*
$56,580.00
2
16-DCV229355 11/16/16
LOT 8, BLK 1, RIVERPARK, SEC FORT BEND COUNTY VS. AGHAEGBUNA ODELUGO, AKA 12, REC'D IN SLIDE NO. 2208/A* AGHAEGBUNA CHIBUIKE ODELUGO, ET AL
$223,590.00
$16,800.00
4
16-DCV232578 05/31/17
646012001008090 1 OCTOBER 20, 2017 301002015007590 1 OCTOBER 20, 2017
LOT 7, BLK 15, DAVE FIELDS, 2ND ADDIN, VOL 234, PG 228 & VOL 478, PG 289*
$56,490.00
$21,000.00
5
16-DCV233291 05/23/17
CORRECTED PLAT OF BERNARD STERN S/D, 1.04 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OUT OF LOT 43, VOL 53, PG 235 & VOL 766, PG 184*
$57,630.00
$13,400.00
1
Cause # Judgment Date
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. ALFRED BRADLEY, ET AL
085000043306090 FORT BEND COUNTY VS. 6 NELLIE RAY WILLIAMS OCTOBER 20, 2017
Legal Description
Adjudged Value
Estimated Minimum Bid $20,000.00
(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, October 26, 2017 Constable Mike Beard Fort Bend County, Texas
our state legislature and I believe that we can continue to deliver the results that voters have demanded. I am proud of our work in protecting life, keeping taxes low, strengthening property rights, defending the Second Amendment, securing our border, and building a Texas that is the best place to live, work, and raise a family.” Representative Miller, the Founder and President of TREVANIONGROUP, LLC. is a former Chairman of the Fort Bend GOP and resides in Sugar Land with his wife Treanne where they are involved with numerous volunteer groups.
Grayle James seeks re-election to FBISD board
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 26, 2017, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in December, 2017, the same being the 5th day of said month, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, Texas 77469, between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Fort Bend and the State of Texas, to-wit: Sale #
Miller
James Grayle James, long time Sugar Land resident, has decided to seek re-election to the Fort Bend Independent School District Board of Trustees, Position 2, in the May 5, 2018, election. Grayle is currently serving her second term as a Trustee. She is the immediate past President of the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees. “When Fort Bend ISD was selected the Best School Board in Texas by HEB’s Excellence in Education this year, it was confirmation that we are serving our district’s mission and vision. Part of our efforts have included creating the Profile of a FBISD Graduate, creating innovative action plans for our underperforming campuses, and building a positive culture of collaboration in the community. As part of the Vision and Planning efforts, we have created strong goals that are focused on student success,” said James. She continues, “I currently serve as the Chair of the Vision and Planning Committee, and Chair of the newly created Policy Committee for the Board of Trustees. “The Policy Committee will make Policy recommendations
to the Board to make our visionary goals actionable by the Administration. I wish to continue my work on the School Board as we strive toward accomplishing these goals.” Grayle James is a 20 year resident of Sugar Land in Fort Bend County. Since coming to Sugar Land, she has volunteered in many capacities in our community. She was elected as a Trustee in 2012, and was re-elected in 2015. She served two consecutive terms as FBISD Board President. She is a Founding Member of Go Public for the Gulf Coast region, and currently serves as Vice President. Grayle also serves as a Director for the Gulf Coast Area Association of School Boards. Grayle has a long history as a local volunteer in the schools. She has served in many positions including PTA/PTO President at Lakeview Elementary, First Colony Middle School, and Kempner High School. Grayle graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 1985, with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. She continued her education at California State University, Bakersfield and received her secondary teaching credential in Mathematics and Physical Sciences. She taught physics and chemistry for several years before moving overseas with her family. She has been married to her husband David for 32 years. They have three children who have all attended FBISD schools. For additional information or to sign up as a volunteer, contribute, or make comments, please visit James’ website: www.votegraylejames.com
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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NEWS American Association of Critical-Care Nurses gives Award for Excellence to ICU at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), recently recognized the Surgical ICU Department at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital with a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence, making the hospital just one of seven ICUs in Texas to achieve this prestigious recognition. The Beacon Award for Excellence — a significant milestone on the path to exceptional patient care and healthy work environments — recognizes unit caregivers who successfully improve patient outcomes and align practices with AACN’s six Healthy Work Environment Standards. Units that achieve this three-year, three-level award with gold, silver or bronze designations meet national criteria consistent with Magnet® Recognition, the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award and the National Quality Healthcare Award. AACN President Christine Schulman, MS, RN, CNS, CCRNK, applauds the commitment of the caregivers in the ICU at Houston Methodist Sugar Land for working together to meet and exceed the high standards set forth by the Beacon Award for Excellence. These dedicated health care professionals join other members of our exceptional community of nurses, who set the standard for optimal patient care. “The Beacon Award for Excellence recognizes caregivers in stellar units whose consistent and systematic approach to evidence-based care optimizes patient outcomes. Units that receive this national recognition serve as role models to others on their journey to excellent patient and family care,” she explains. The gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence signifies an effective and systematic approach to achieve optimal patient care by meeting the following evidence-based criteria: •Leadership Structures and Systems •Appropriate Staffing and Staff Engagement •Effective Communication, Knowledge Management, and Learning and Development •Evidence-Based Practices and Processes •Outcome Measurement “This achievement is a testament to the great ICU caregivers here at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. It has been our goal to work as a team making our patients safe and comfortable,” said Tumi Layinka, manager of the Surgical ICU. “I am truly honored and proud to work with such a wonderful team.” To learn more about Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, visit our website at houstonmethodist.org/sugarland.
Sienna Plantation collects groceries during Amenity Center opening
Accepting the grocery donation from Sienna Plantation are, from left, Flora Jackson, Arnelle Mitchell with Sienna, Gladys Brumfield, Mary Ann Precopio and Angelica Barcus. Sienna Plantation marked the opening of its newest amenity center, Sawmill Lake Club, as a chance to also do good, collecting boxes of groceries for a Catholic Charities’ food pantry. Those attending the grand opening brought canned goods, baking mixes, dry milk and other non-perishables that were donated to Trini’s Corner Market, the self-select food pantry at Catholic Charities’ Mamie George Community Center in Richmond. “Food pantries feel the strain as the holidays approach, with more people seeking assistance,” said Alvin San Miguel, General Manager of Sienna Plantation. “With the timing of our grand opening, we thought this was a perfect opportunity to help stock the shelves and serve the greater community.” The grand opening of Sienna’s fourth residential multipurpose center brought a day of pampering with spa-inspired activities such as neck and foot massages, Texas Fresh Juices samples and a jumbo-marshmallow decorating bar. Attendees also could register for prizes, including a Lake Austin Spa Resort package. Nineteen model homes in the Village of Sawmill Lake also were open for tours. The grand opening festivities complemented the relaxing ambiance at Sawmill Lake Club, which offers a spa-style pool overlooking the facility’s namesake amenity lake and a large fitness center. Children can ride the zip line at the playground and play at the sprayground. The clubhouse and an event lawn are available for rentals. The Sawmill Lake Club joins a long list of amenities offered in Sienna Plantation, including three water parks, six on-site schools, 35 miles of trails and more than 100 acres of parks and playgrounds. Learn more at www.siennaplantation.com.
Sugar Land’s 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec.7
Mr. and Mrs. Claus and their elves are bringing holiday magic to Sugar Land Town Square for the 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 7 from 5-8 p.m. The steps of Sugar Land City Hall will light up with holiday cheer and entertainment as various groups fill the stage with some of the community’s most popular performances, including Cornerstone Elementary Choir, Inspiration Stage, EPIC Center for Dance, Sugar Creek Baptist Church Choir, Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra Chorus, Dance Zone, 2017 Sugar Land Super Star Wesley Nilsen, Commonwealth Elementary Choir and the Tropical Rhythms.
Beacon Award Winning ICU staff and hospital leadership NOTICE OF TAX RESALE ( Properties previously struck off to ALL) (See note below) Constable Mike Beard Pursuant to a resolution of its governing body under Section 34.05(c), Property Tax Code, ALL has requested a public resale by my office of certain properties previously foreclosed and bid off to the taxing units in the suits described below. Therefore, I will on December 5, 2017, at 301 Jackson Street, William Travis Building, 1st Floor Meeting Room in the City of Richmond, Texas 77469, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. on said day, beginning at 10:00 A.M., proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, and in the manner provided by Section 34.05(d), Property Tax Code, all of the right, title and interest of the taxing units, acquired through each of the suits listed below, in and to the following described real estate being situated in Fort Bend County, Texas, to wit: Note: ALL is the taxing unit to which the property was struck off to in trust. Constable Mike Beard, By: __________________________ Date _____________ Cause # Judgment Date Struck-Off On
Sale #
Account Number
Style of Case
Legal Description
Adjudged Value (See note below)
Estimated Minimum Bid (See note below)
1
05-DCV-146419 11/16/16 03/07/17
0057020400000908
FORT BEND COUNTY, ET AL VS. UDI 19.58%, MORE OR LESS, VIOLA B. ALLEN, ET AL IN & TO LT 2, BRAGG SUBD, LT 26 , JOS. MCCORMICK LEAGUE (PRAIRIE), VOL 69, PG 272*
$30,560.00
$6,500.00
2
11-DCV-190822 06/24/16 11/01/16
0058014300000908
FORT BEND COUNTY, ET AL VS. 0.701 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, ETHELL A. HENRY, SR., ET AL ISAAC MCGARY SURV, ABST 58, CLERK'S FILE# 8828683*
$11,290.00
$4,400.00
3
14-DCV-215001 12/15/15 05/03/16
0057003700000908
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. AUGUSTINE DELGADO, AKA AUGUSTINE JOE DELGADO, ET AL
UNDIVIDED0.50 OF AN ACRE INTEREST IN & TO 2.432 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, JOHN MCCORMICK SURV, ABST 57, VOL 763, PG 45*
$56,230.00
$3,000.00
4
14-DCV-215005 09/15/16 02/07/17
4600006104000907
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. ZECHARIA GIBBS, AKA ZECHARIAH CHARLESTON GIBBS, ET AL
MAGNOLIA PLACE, BLK 610, .25 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, VOL 2, PG 6 & VOL 235, PG 96*
$7,110.00
$4,200.00
5
14-DCV-215807 03/26/15 07/07/15
4600003063070907
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. WILLIAM A. HOLMAN
MAGNOLIA PLACE, LTS 7 & 8, BLK 306, VOL 2, PG 6 & VOL 213, PG 48*
$5,480.00
$2,500.00
6
14-DCV-216396 04/28/15 09/01/15
2350000040700907
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. KENNETH F. SNYDER, ET AL
LOT 7 & 8, BLK 4, SEC C (N), BLK 264-273, MAGNOLIA PLACE, CLERK'S FILE NO. 1943213014*
$320.00
$320.00
7
14-DCV-216464 10/01/15 02/02/16
0066190030805903
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. JOSEF ROBATA
FRANCIS SMITH SUBD, ACRES 2.40, MORE OR LESS, LT 21, VOL X, PG 194 & VOL 67, PG 88*
$1,250.00
$1,250.00
8
14-DCV-216506 08/24/15 03/01/16
4600003230030907
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. LOU ILA NEWBURN
MAGNOLIA PLACE, BLK 323, VOL 2, PG 6 & VOL 228, PG 183*
$1,070.00
$1,070.00
9
14-DCV-217726 10/07/15 02/02/16
0065150006200903
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. MORGAN LEE JACKSON
ANDREW NORTHINGTON LEAGUE, ACRES 4, MORE OR LESS, ABST 65, VOL 123, PG 518*
$4,240.00
$2,500.00
10
15-DCV-225042 11/10/15 03/01/16
0058027510010908
FORT BEND COUNTY VS. RICHARD EDWARD BATTLE , AS CO-TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD AND BELINDA BATTLE REVOCABLE TRUST, ET AL
KENDLETON, LT 1, BLK 5, VOL 69, PG 175*
$9,570.00
$1,500.00
Notes: All sales are without warranty, expressed or implied. Specifically, there is no warranty as to title or physical condition (including the condition or existence of any improvements). The sales are subject to any rights of redemption as provided by law. All volume and page references in the legal description refer to the records of the County Clerk of Fort Bend County. All prospective bidders should make their own investigation of the title held by the taxing entities and the value of the property. Prospective bidders are encouraged to consult their attorney. Prospective bidders should not rely on the "Adjudged Value" as representing the actual value of the property or any information regarding the property contained in the records of the Fort Bend County Appraisal District . Payment must be made in cash or by cashiers check. All sales are final. All Sales subject to cancellation without prior notice. THE PROPERTY MAY BE SUBJECT TO CLAIMS BY THE TAXING ENTITIES FOR POST-JUDGMENT TAXES. TAX SALE PURCHASERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK WITH THE TAXING ENTITIES FOR OTHER TAXES THAT MAY BE DUE ON PROPERTY.
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.
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matched with authentic JeepBrand capability and you get the 2017 Jeep Cherokee Sport Altitude. It comes in various gorgeous colors and arrived in a deep cherry red crystal pearl exterior paint on the outside and a black interior and leather trimmed bucket seats. The Cherokee was powered by a 3.2-liter V6 24-valve engine with electric stop start and paired to a nine-speed transmission. Its 18-inch gloss black aluminum wheels, gloss black badging and accents provided a strong visual. Other standard equipment included gloss black roof rails, heated leathertrimmed front seats, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, 8.4-inch Uconnect with voice command, passive entry with keyless enter and go available. Other available options include a power liftgate, Alpine premium nine-speaker audio
City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE ******* CLOSING DATE OF December 12, 2017 AT 2:00 pm******* Sealed proposals for the provision of Market Salary and Benefits Study to the City of Missouri City, RFP # 18-109 Market Salary and Benefits Study Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the RFP name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Bids 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. Bids marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Bids are opened in public in the City Hall Council Chambers on December 12, 2017 at 2:00 pm. Until final award of the Contract, the OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the Work otherwise when in the best interests of the OWNER. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.
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system, lane departure warning with lane keep assist, parallel and perpendicular park assists, forward collision warning with active braking and a large dual pane sunroof. Those who drive vehicles that are attention getters will like this Jeep’s edgy style and premium amenities matched with classic Jeep brand style. The Cherokee is exceptionally crafted with rich materials and gloss black accents and adds unique style to ďŹ rstclass on-road ride and handling. The Cherokee Limited 4x4 retails for $31,495 with all standard equipment. Options increased the price to $43,640, including the destination charge. Options on the Cherokee Limited included o-road suspension, GPS navigation, Sirius XM traďŹƒc and travel, large dual pane panoramic sunroof, hill descent control, power liftgate, ventilated front seats, exterior mirrors with memory, memory for radio, driver seat and exterior mirrors, leather trimmed bucket seats, and safety and technology groups. The packages of options are beauties and so is the Cherokee. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for the addition of “No Parkingâ€? signs on Mission Park Drive in Grand Mission, Section 2, Precinct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas. You are invited to attend and state your approval or objection on this matter. Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the traffic control plan for Grand Vista, Section 16, Precinct 2.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS The State Financial Accountability Rating for Fort Bend Independent School District 6:00 P.M. on December 11, 2017 In the Board Room of the FBISD Administration Building -FYJOHUPO #MWE t 4VHBS -BOE The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Fort Bend ISD’s rating on the State’s Financial Accountability System Public Encouraged to Attend NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Darrell Dwaine Reese, Deceased, were issued on November 13, 2017 in Cause No. 17-CPR-030750 pending in the County Court at Law No. TWO (2), Fort Bend County, Texas, to: Anna Carol Reese All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: The Law office of Carolyn McDaniel 911 Front Street Richmond, Texas 77469 Carolyn McDaniel Attorney for Minor A. Parker State Bar No.: 13514300 911 Front Street Richmond, Texas 77469-4439 Telephone: (281) 342-6541 Facsimile: (281) 940-8567 E-mail: cmcdaniellawfirm@gmail.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Helen Torres, Deceased, were issued on November 6, 2017 in Cause No. 17-CPR030336, pending in the County Court at Law No. ONE (1), Fort Bend County, Texas, to: Beverly Villarreal Torres All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: The Law office of Carolyn McDaniel 911 Front Street Richmond, Texas 77469 Carolyn McDaniel Attorney for Minor A. Parker State Bar No.: 13514300 911 Front Street Richmond, Texas 77469-4439 Telephone: (281) 342-6541 Facsimile: (281) 940-8567 E-mail: cmcdaniellawfirm@gmail.com
The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom at 401 Jackson Street, Second Floor, Richmond, Texas. You are invited to attend and state your approval or objection on this matter. Submitted by Laura Richard Fort Bend County Clerk
CONSTABLE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a certain Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 434TH District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas on OCT 2, 2017 in cause numbered 16-DCV-231218 styled First Colony Community Services Association, Inc.. vs. CHARLES OSBORNE III AND TONI OSBORNE, in which a judgment was rendered on DECEMBER 14, 2016 in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. for the sum of Five Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy Four Dollars and Ninety Two Cents ($5974.92); plus fees for posting notice of sale, publishing, costs of suit rendered by the court, legal fees, and all costs of executing this Writ. I have levied upon the below listed property on Oct 17, 2017 and will on Dec 5, 2017 Tuesday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the Right, Title, and Interest of CHARLES OSBORNE III AND TONI OSBORNE to and in the following described Real Property LOT FIFTEEN(15), IN BLOCK FIVE(5) OF AMENDING PLAT OF LAKES OF EDGEWATER ,AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS,ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 1026/A AND B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS AND MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 3406 WATERSEDGE DR, SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgment in favor of First Colony Community Services Association, Inc. Plaintiff, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof. LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG 1ST FL, MEETING ROOM 301 JACKSON , RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: Dec. 5, 2017 TIME: APPROX. 11:00 am BY: Sgt. M. Kuatch TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas
SWEET ADELINES Sugar Land Chapter, Sugar Land Sound Chorus, to perform in Fort Bend this Holiday Season Sugar Land Sound Chorus, a Chapter of Sweet Adelines International, can be heard bringing their fun blend of Christmas songs and harmonies around the area at various community functions and performances. These local ladies have a great time singing four-part harmony a cappella, Barbershop style. Singing in Sweet Adelines is a great way for women of all ages to have their voices heard. Musical Director, Holly Ritter, encourages all ladies who love learning new songs to come and visit. They are looking to grow and welcome anyone interested in making music memories and new friendships. The Sugar Land Chapter meets every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Choir Room at Christ Church, 3300 Austin Parkway. For more information, contact Lynn 409 998 2874 and ďŹ nd us on Facebook : Sugar Land Sound Sugar Land events: CASA Christmas Home Tour - Sugar Land Sound will
be entertaining at 7 p.m on Friday December 8th. https:// www.cafb.org/events/hometour/ Christmas Home Tour Child Advocates of Fort Bendwww.cafb.org Friday, Dec. 8: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Candlelight Tour: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For over 25 years, Child Advocates of Fort Bend has been showcasing homes lavishly decorated for the holidays in Fort Bend County’s most beautiful neighborhoods as a way of raising money to support programs. Sugar Land Sound will be part of the musical entertainment programs taking place in the featured homes. Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CASA) is a nonproďŹ t agency serving child victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect through two nationally-aďŹƒliated programs. Its mission is to: Provide a Voice, Heal The Hurt and Break the Cycle of Abuse and Neglect for Children in Fort Bend County. Sugar Land Holiday Lights
Constellation Field - Sugar Land Sound will be performing Thursday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m SugarLandHolidayLights. com. Get tickets to the best holiday lights display in Houston at Constellation Field in Sugar Land, TX. Runs from Nov 24 to Jan 1. Great family fun. For the fourth straight year, the Sugar Land Skeeters will host Sugar Land Holiday Lights presented by Momentum Luxury Motors. The event hosts a walkthrough display of 2.5 million lights throughout the park, along with a number of food trucks, holiday vendors, children’s activities, and performances on select nights. Santa Claus will also be available for photo opportunities at Constellation Field each night through Dec. 23. This event begins Nov. 24 and takes place nightly through Jan. 1 at Constellation Field. This year’s showcase of lights will feature over 100 displays, including Texas’ largest inatable snow globe and a giant Texas ag.
Fort Bend Symphony presents “Deck the halls� concert
The Fort Bend Symphony’s most popular concert, the annual holiday celebration, “Deck the Halls,â€? will be Sunday, Dec.3. This year’s performance begins at 2 p.m. at the Staord Centre. It’s a cherished tradition for many Fort Bend families, and the family-friendly setting is a wonderful way to introduce your children to the entertainment of a live orchestra concert. The ďŹ rst half of this year’s program features FBSO’s special holiday gift to our patrons, the popular and renowned piaCONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on September 19,2017 by the COUNTY COURT AT LAW 4 ofFort Bend County, Texas in Cause# 14-CCV-053755 in favor of the plaintiff- QUAIL GLEN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, recovered judgment amount for the sum of$ 7,577.92 ++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same. I have levied on OCTOBER 2TH, 2017 and will offer for sale on the day of DECEMBER 5, 2017 at the County Court house steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours ofTen O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) - Latonia L. Gums had of in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; Legal Description: LOT TWENTY -SIX (26), IN BLOCK TWO (2) OF QUAIL GLEN, SECTION ONE (1), AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 21, PAGE 16 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS; COMMONLY KNOWN AS 17022 QUAIL PARK DRIVE, MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS 77489 TERMS: CASH TIME:SALE TO BE HELD AT OR ABOUT I 0:00A.M. PLACE: 301 JACKSON ST., WILLIAM TRAVIS BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR MEETING ROOM, RICHMOND TEXAS 77469. Gary Majors, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Sergeant C. McRae 132 Deputy Constable
David Flores, left, and Stacey Tharalson —Photo credit – Susan Lynch nist Joseph Fuller. Mr. Fuller brings brand-new arrangements for orchestra and piano to our concert, which will be a treat for all. Fuller has played under conductors from the Metropolitan Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Indianapolis Opera, the former Berkshire Opera, and the world-renowned Indianapolis Children’s Chorus. His work has been inuenced by some of music’s most dynamic and classic composers. Fuller released his first holiday album, Chrismastime, in 2013. His various albums have received over 15 million plays on Pandora Radio. The FBSOC joins the orchestra for the second half of the program, raising their voices in song. You’ll enjoy traditional holiday favorites, including Let it Snow, The Christmas Song, Three Kings of Orient, the rollicking Frosty the Snowman, and more. You’ll thrill to the soaring notes of Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus. The concert will take the audience to a reective note with Let There Be Peace on
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