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reetings, especially to those making Fredericksburg their new home. Fredericksburg is proud of its charming appeal and wants to celebrate the people that Schandua have discovered our great little town. My position as the Fredericksburg Hospitality Hostess was started by Virginia Prehn in the early 1960s. When Mrs. Prehn moved away in 1971, she asked her friend, LaVerne Ottmers, to carry it on. Mrs. Ottmers welcomed newcomers to Fredericksburg for over 40 years. I took over in October 2010 and had the incredible pleasure of welcoming Virginia back to Fredericksburg after decades of living away. So, what do I do? I get in touch with as many newcomers as I can and extend a hearty welcome. I also try to set up a brief appointment and present a complimentary goodie bag on behalf of many businesses in town. At the very least I will visit over the phone and make arrangements to get this housewarming gift dropped off some other way. People are genuinely surprised with all it includes — gift certificates, free products, discounts, information on healthcare, insurance, veterinarians, churches, financial
information and a variety of other services. I am happy to distribute this helpful information and it is my pleasure to answer any additional questions. The two questions I am most commonly asked is, “Who are you with?” and “How did you get my information?” These are not surprising questions, since being personally welcomed to a new community is very uncommon. My answers are that I am the Fredericksburg Hospitality Hostess and although I am not employed by the City of Fredericksburg or the Chamber of Commerce, I do have a business relationship with both of them and they help me tremendously to accomplish my job. Typically, a new utility hook-up is how most of my contacts are generated, but if you have lived here two years or less and have not been officially welcomed — you still qualify. People say all the time that this must be so much fun. It is! If you’re either a newcomer that has not been visited or a business that would like to be a part of this unique Fredericksburg service, I would love to hear from you. Please email jenniferschandua@gmail. com or call me at 830-997-4597.
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Article Index Welcomes .............................................. 4, 8 Appraisal district, tax rates ...................... 9 City of Fredericksburg ............................ 11 Gillespie County ....................................... 14 City Map .................................................. 20 Emergency services................................. 21 Utilities and services ............................... 22 Public Schools ......................................... 24 Private Schools ........................................ 26
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Getting involved around town Fredericksburg has changed much over the past decade. This town has welcomed many new residents and many more will follow. Many people are finding Fredericksburg the perfect place to retire and maintain an active and involved lifestyle. This guide is designed to keep handy with quick-look information that we all need. There is a lot going on for a small town, with all the music concerts, art exhibits, wine tastings and more, yet the pace here is much more pleasant than that of a metropolitan area. Fredericksburg is nationally recognized for its charm, its robust small-town economy and its quality of life for residents. One of the best things about this area is the volunteer spirit found in people guiding our local organizations and making this community stronger. All organizations welcome
newcomers to roll up their sleeves and dive in. Newcomers and established residents, alike, will find our local governments run tight ships, yet rarely find a road pothole that isn’t filled quickly. Our county fathers keep a close eye on spending and oversee a top-notch airport. Gillespie County school districts do a terrific job providing an education focused on the skills our students will need in the future. The unique history of Fredericksburg and Gillespie County are on display everywhere. And our numerous churches strengthen the faith of those who worship. Willkommen, and we look forward to seeing you getting involved around town. Ken Esten Cooke Standard-Radio Post editor and publisher
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Gillespie Central Appraisal District The Gillespie Central Appraisal District (GCAD) determines values on every piece of real estate in Gillespie County. Each May, property owners will receive, in the mail, the appraised values of their properties. They then have 30 days to file a formal protest if they disagree with the numbers. The appraisal district office welcomes taxpayers to visit them for discussions about any property values they may find questionable. Oftentimes, having a quick visit offers both the appraisers and the property owners some insight into the situation. Because of that open line of communication, resolutions often occur at that point. In July 2015, GCAD began collection of property taxes, taking over from the Gillespie County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office. The GCAD building is located at 1159 South Milam Street. More information is available at 997-9807 or online at www.gillespiecad.org.
Current Tax Rates (per $100 valuation) City of Fredericksburg: $0.227284 Gillespie County: $0.4125 HC Underground Water Cons. Dist.: $0.0062 Gillespie County Water Control and Improvement District (WCD): $0.0002 Stonewall Water Control and Improvement District (WDS): $0.3701 Fredericksburg ISD (SFB): $1.0762 Harper ISD (SHP): $0.9700 Doss CCSD (SD): $0.9267 Debt rates • City of Fredericksburg: $0.037535 • County of Gillespie: $0.0255 • FISD: $0.1062 Combination of rates, based on entities: • City, County, FISD, HUW, WCD: $1.722384 • County, FISD, HUW, WCD: $1.4951 • County, FISD, HUW, WCD, WDS: $1.8652 • County, HISD, HUW, WCD: $1.3889 • County, Doss CCSD, HUW, WCD: $1.3456
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City of Fredericksburg Fredericksburg City Council (term expiration in parentheses) Mayor Linda Langerhans (May 2020) Charlie Kiehne (May 2020) Gary Neffendorf (May 2021) Bobby Watson (May 2021) Tom Musselman (May 2020)
ing room of the Gillespie County Law Enforcement Center, 1601 East Main Street. Fredericksburg’s City Hall building is located at 126 West Main Street. The phone number is 830-997-7521. Fredericksburg City Council Adopted by the citizens of Fredericksburg in 1991, the Home Rule Charter type of government is the legislative and governing body of the city, and consists of a mayor and four council members. They are elected from the city at-large. The term for the mayor and council members is two years. No mayor or council member may serve more than four consecutive two-year terms in the same office. The terms of the council members are staggered so that two members are elected to a regular term each year. Generally, city council’s regular meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month, beginning at 6 p.m., in the meet-
City Boards Zoning Board of Adjustment Appointed by the city council, the Zoning Board of Adjustment has the power to grant variances from zoning property development regulations and certain provisions of the sign ordinance. The Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings are only scheduled when an application is submitted. Board Members (term expiration in parentheses) Donnie Finn, chairman (July 2021) Cynthia Scroggins, vice chair (July 2021) Jim McAfee (July 2021) Jeff Lawrence (July 2020) Marcus Vidrine (July 2021)
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City Staff City Manager: Kent Myers Asst. City Manager: Clinton Bailey Public Information Officer: Lea Feuge City Secretary: Shelley Goodwin Municipal Judge: Terry D. Langehennig Associate Judge: James Heupel Court Clerk: Ida Sotello City Attorney: Daniel Jones Director of Human Resources: Tammie Loth Fire Dept. Chief: Lynn Bizzell Police Dept. Chief: Steve Wetz Dir. of Development Services: Brian Jordan Historic Preservation Officer: Anna Hudson Building Official: David Millegan Building Inspector: Michael Erwin
Alternates Travis Neal (July 2021) • Historic Review Board The Historic Review Board looks over all applications proposing alterations, changes, construction, demolition or relocation
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Building Inspector: Kyle Staudt Development Coordinator: Shelby Collier City Code Enforcement Officer: Ray Ortegon Director of Finance: Laura Hollenbeak Senior City Accountant: David Kellam City Accountant: Krista Wareham Accounting Administrative Asst.: Janelle Chapman Accounting Clerk: Mary Gonzalez Director of Public Works and Utilities: Clinton Bailey Asst. Director of Public Works: Kris Kneese Asst. City Engineer: Garret Bonn Staff Engineer: Evan Williamson Construction Inspector: Brian Peters
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Larry Jackson, vice chairman (July 2021) Richard Laughlin (July 2020) David Bullion (July 2020) Mike Penick (July 2020) Eric Parker (July 2021) Jessica Davis (July 2021)
Parks and Recreation Director: Andrea Schmidt Park Maintenance Superintendent: Trevor Dupuis Special Events Coordinator: Jennifer Krupa Recreation Superintendent: Katelyn Brazell Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park Golf Course Director: Chris Meade Superintendent: Dale Hough Street Department Superintendent: Glen Koennecke Asst. Superintendent: Kelton Duecker
Alternates Brad Bertrand (July 2020) Barry Kaiser (July 2021) Karen Oestreich (July 2020)
Electric Department Superintendent: Lee Stubblefield Line Foreman: Jeff Wanek Sanitation Department Superintendent: Kerry Schmidt Asst. Superintendent: Josh Treiber
2020 Scheduled Meetings Feb. 11 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 14 Aug. 11 Sept. 15 Oct. 13 Nov. 10 Dec. 15
Water Department Superintendent: Jeff Rich Gillespie County Health Division Sanitarian: Kelli Olfers, R.S.
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Gillespie County Gillespie County’s 1,061 square miles lies at the heart of the Lone Star State’s 254-county body and serves as home to just over 25,000 residents. County facilities County services are provided through the Gillespie County Courthouse at 101 West Main Street. Situated on “Courthouse Square,” the courthouse is joined there by Pioneer Memorial Library, and the Gillespie County Annex 1 building (located in the former U.S. Post Office.) Annex 1 houses the driver’s license office, the justices of the peace offices, the county attorney’s office and the hot check department. Gillespie County Annex 2, another auxiliary building, is located across the street from the courthouse at 102 East San Antonio Street (the corner of South Adams and East San Antonio streets).
has over 190 budgeted staff positions who are led by 20 officials elected to four-year terms.
Annex 2 houses the offices of the constables, community service department, elections administration, juvenile probation and the Veterans Service Office. Law enforcement agencies, including the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office, are located in the Gillespie County Law Enforcement Center, 1601 East Main Street. The county also operates the Gillespie County Airport, an around-the-clock general aviation facility with a 5,002-foot runway and full-length taxiway and fuel services. The County of Gillespie
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month, at 9 a.m., in the county courtroom of the courthouse. Contact a Commissioners Court member by calling 830-997-7502. County Judge - Presiding officer of the Commissioners Court; - Represents the county in many administrative functions; - Position includes broad judicial duties, such as presiding over misdemeanor criminal and small civil cases, probate matters, and appeals from the justice of the peace courts. County Attorney • County Attorney – Ste-
ven Wadsworth. The county attorney is responsible for representing the State of Texas in all adult misdemeanor and juvenile felony criminal cases under examination or prosecution in Gillespie County. His office also attempts to collect restitution for merchants and persons who have received hot checks (at no cost to the recipients of hot checks). Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, with a closing for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. Contact Wadsworth’s office at 830-990-0675 or email countyattorney@gillespiecounty.org.
Tax Assessor-Collector • County Tax AssessorCollector – Vicki Schmidt. Services provided: - Motor vehicle titles, registration and sales tax; - Boat titles, registration and sales tax. Contact the TAC Office at 830-997-6519 or fax 830990-2756. Justices of the Peace Gillespie County has four justices of the peace. • Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1 – J.D. Hickman. • Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2 – Catherine Kuhlmann. • Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 – Linda McCann. Cont. on page 16 ▶
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COUNTY • Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 – Carl Schoessow. They hear all Class C misdemeanors, handle civil disputes involving amounts in controversy up to $10,000 in value and do inquests, mental commitments and evictions. They also magistrate individuals who have been arrested, hear traffic cases, issue warrants and sometimes are asked to grant emergency protective orders. Contact a justice of the peace office at 830-307-3737 ext. 1 for JP No. 1, 830-307-
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3737 ext. 2 for JP No. 2, 830307-3737 ext. 3 for JP No. 3 and 830-307-3737 ext. 4 for JP No. 4. County Clerk • County Clerk – Mary Lynn Rusche. She and her staff record public land records, serve as clerk for county criminal, civil, juvenile and probate courts, record births, deaths and marriages and keep record on registered livestock marks and brands. Contact the county clerk’s office at 830-997-6515 or by fax at 830-997-9958.
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County Treasurer • County Treasurer – Kelly Eckhardt. Eckhardt’s office invests available county funds, receives and accounts for all monies belonging to the county and pays, applies and disburses monies belonging to the county as per the Commissioners Court’s directions. Collections office for the county’s Hotel Occupancy Tax is also located here. Contact the County Treasurer’s office at 830-9976521 or email countytreasurer@gillespiecounty.org.
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Human Resources • Human Resources Director – Dana Smith. The Human Resources Department ensures the efficient use of county resources, including recruiting qualified individuals, retaining employees, training employees, administrating and monitoring employee benefits and providing education on county polices and procedures. Contact Smith at 830307-3715 or dsmith@gillespiecounty.org. District Clerk • District Clerk – Jan Davis. Her office handles all felony criminal cases, divorces
and parent/child relationship matters, plus works with all civil cases over $10,000, processes passport applications and handles naturalization and citizenship records. Contact the District Clerk’s office at 830-9976517 or fax 830-992-2613. Sheriff • Gillespie County Sheriff – Buddy Mills. • GCSO Chief Deputy – James Segner. The deputies and lieutenants of the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office enforce the laws of the State of Texas and protect those who live and visit here.
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COUNTY shall Akin. They serve as bailiffs for justice of the peace courts, collect money owed on judgments, serve the civil process of all courts, enforce traffic laws and assist other law enforcement agencies at traffic accidents, among other duties. County Court at Law Judge • County Court at Law Judge – Chris Nevins. Statutorily created in some counties, the County Court at Law Judge provides some judicial relief to both the county and district courts’ caseloads.
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Jurisdiction includes misdemeanor criminal cases, a variety of civil cases and appeals from the Justice of the Peace and municipal courts. Contact the County Court at Law office at 830-3073766 or by email at courtatlaw@gillespiecounty.org. Elections Administrator • Elections Administrator – Anissa Herrera. This office is in charge of conducting elections and voter registration. Contact the Elections Administration Office at 830-997-6518 or email elections@gillespiecounty.org.
County Surveyor • County Surveyor – Carey Bonn. Duties include verifying and clarifying property boundaries under original land grants. Other offices Residents are also served by a host of other county offices, among them the County Extension Office, County Auditor’s Office, Communications Center, and others. Information on these individual departments is available at: www.gillespiecounty.org.
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Emergency services When an emergency arises, the most important telephone number to call is 9-1-1. However, there are times when people just need information of a nonemergency nature from the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office, the Fredericksburg Police Department, other law enforcement agencies or any of the volunteer fire departments. Listed below are the non-emergency phone numbers for the various agencies in the county.
Volunteer Fire Departments/EMS • Doss — 830-669-2220 • Fredericksburg Fire/EMS — 830990-2050 • Harper Fire/EMS — 830-864-4253 • Stonewall — 830-644-5571 • Tierra Linda — 830-792-3533 • Willow City — 830-685-3376 or 817-395-3881 Law Enforcement Non-emergency numbers for the various departments include the following: • Fredericksburg Police Department — 830-997-7585 • Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office — 830-997-7585. • Gillespie County Constables — 830-997-7585 • Texas Cattle Rangers — 830-9977585 • Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Game Wardens’ Office — 830997-7585 Hospital • Hill Country Memorial — 830-9974353. (Note: When requiring emergency ambulance service, dial 9-1-1 rather than the business number.)
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Utilities, services The City of Fredericksburg provides utility services, including electricity, water, sewer and garbage collection. In addition, the city provides leaf and brush pick up service to its residential garbage customers. Additional information about services is available online at www.fbgtx.org Electricity The city provides electrical service to most city residential and commercial customers. To establish service or to ask questions related to billing, contact the Utility Billing Department at 830997-7521. For outages during normal business hours, or service issues, contact the Electric Department at 830-997-7521. Outside of normal business hours, call 830-997-8080. Residents should take note that if they live in a location that is not within the City of Fredericksburg Electric Territory, then they will obtain electricity from Central Texas Electric Cooperative.
partment, call 830-997-3459. Recycling Although there is not currently curbside recycling, the City of Fredericksburg oper Hours of operation are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays; closed Thursdays; from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Fridays; from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and closed Sun-days. Accepted items include corrugated cardboard, pressed chipboard (cereal boxes, legal pad backings, etc.); aluminum cans and tin cans. Large containers are placed along the drive-through, clearly marked for each of the various items. The city requests items be sorted in advance to expedite the procedure. To contact the recycling center, call 830997-3459. Natural gas Natural gas service is available to all city residents through Atmos Energy. For new service or service
Water, sewer The city provides fresh water service and sewer/ wastewater service to all city residents and commercial customers. To establish service or to ask questions related to billing, contact the Utility Billing Department at 830997-7521. Additional information is available on the web site regarding establishing service and rates. To report a water main break, sewer backup, fire hydrant leak, or for other service issues during normal business hours, contact the Water Department at 830997-7521. Outside of normal business hours, people may also report a water main break or fire hydrant issue by calling 830-997-8080. Garbage collection The City of Fredericksburg offers garbage collection for residential customers only. Commercial garbage collection is provided by private, for profit companies. Customers should have their can(s) at the curb, with the arrow pointing to the street (wheels to the curb), before 7 a.m. on their designated pick up day. No rocks, broken concrete or asphalt, earth, roofing materials or trash generated by contractors or private businesses on the premises should be placed in the city’s collection carts. To contact the sanitation de-
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changes, contact them at 1-888-286-6700. If a resident smells natural gas or suspects a gas leak, they are asked to call 9-1-1 and the Fredericksburg Fire Department will respond. The fire department will contact Atmos Energy as necessary for emergency repairs. Leaf collection The city conducts two leaf collection periods during the year — one in the fall and another during spring — at no additional cost to city residents. Notice of the specific dates of the collection periods will be published in advance in the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post and aired on the local radio station. During those collection times, residents are asked to place leaves (free of limbs and debris) on the street in front of their homes, approximately one foot from the curb line. Collection crews, who regularly patrol all streets within the city limits, will remove the piles of leaves. Telephone The primary local phone company in Fredericksburg for landline service is Frontier Communications. For service questions or more information, call 1-800-921-8101.
Water restrictions
Currently, the City of Fredericksburg is under Stage 3 restrictions, which regulates that outdoor irrigation, may occur by hose end sprinklers, automatic sprinklers, soaker hoses or drip irrigation on designated days between 5-9 a.m. and between 7-11 p.m. Watering will be permitted on: • Monday for addresses ending in a 1 or 2, • Tuesday for addresses ending in a 3 or 4, • Wednesday for addresses ending in a 5 or 6, • Thursday for addresses ending in a 7 or 8, and, • Friday for addresses ending in a 9 or 0. No watering is allowed either on Saturdays or Sundays. Watering of plants with a bucket or other handheld container, handheld hose, or drip irrigation shall be permitted through Stage 4 of watering restrictions without limitation as to the day of the week; however, it can only be done from 5-9 a.m. and 7-11 p.m. More information will be available at www. fbgtx.org.
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Public schools
Fredericksburg Independent School District has a current enrollment of 3,157 students attending its different campuses. Fredericksburg Primary School (pre-K through first) has 531 students; Fredericksburg Elementary School (second through fifth) serves 840 students; Stonewall Elementary School has 93 students in eastern Gillespie County; Fredericksburg Middle School (sixth through eighth) has 685 students; Fredericksburg High School (ninth through 12) has 989 students; Also, FISD’s Gillespie County High School, which serves the educational needs of young adults for whom the traditional setting is not appropriate, has an enrollment of 20 students. Harper Independent School District had 561 students enrolled in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade for the start of the 2019-2020 school year. Harper ISD is available by calling (830) 864-4044. Doss Consolidated Common School District had an enrollment of 29 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through eight at the beginning of the spring semester. Doss CCSD can be reached by calling 830-669-2411.
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Contact information FISD Central Office: 997-9551 High School: 997-7551 Middle School: 997-7657 Elementary School: 997-9595 Stonewall: 990-4599 Primary School: 997-7421
FISD staff Superintendent: Dr. Jeffrey L. Brasher Asst. Superintendent-Business and Finance: Deborah Ottmers Asst. Superintendent-Curriculum and Instruction: Dr. Delesa Styles Asst. Superintendent-Operations and Personnel: Donnie Finn School board members: Kelly DiCuffa, Kerinne Herber, Natalie Bowman, Judge Edwards, Mark Cornett, Brian Lehne and C. Lance Love FHS Principal: Joe Gonzalez FMS Principal: Sheryl Wallace FES Principal: Monica Ward FPS Principal: Wendy Dietrich Stonewall Elementary Principal: Amie Chalberg Gillespie County High School Principal: Dalen Kirchner
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A store just brimming with memories - the candy you ate as a kid, toys that don’t need batteries, and those old familiar songs. You’ll find it all here! We carry a wonderful assortment of Fredericksburg postcards, lots of Fredericksburg souvenirs, t-shirts and caps. We are proud to offer the largest selection of Made in Texas Christmas ornaments and magnets in the state! There is always something new and different alongside the old and familiar. See our great selection of collectable Salt and Pepper Shakers Proud member of
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Private Schools St. Mary’s Catholic School • Classes are offered for 3-K to eighth grade. St. Mary’s currently has 308 students enrolled. NonCatholics are welcome. • The school is at 202 South Orange St., and the number is 997-3914. Visit online at school.stmarysfbg.com. Ambleside School • A non-denominational Christian school located at 406 Post Oak Road. • Ambleside has 101 students enrolled in grades ranging from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. • For more information, call 990-9059 or go online to www.amblesidefredericksburg.com. Heritage School • Heritage School, grades Pre-K-12,offers a Christ-centered education. The school has 147 students, with class sizes ranging from 12-18 students. • The school is at 310 Smokehouse Rd. For more information, call 997-6597 or go to www.heritageschool.org. MID-TEXAS HEALTH CARE FAMILY MEDICINE Yvonne Haug, M.D. David Cantu, M.D.
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Parks, recreation facilities A total of nine parks encompass about 323 acres of greenspace that exist within the city limits of Fredericksburg. From the prominent Cross Mountain Park to Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, Fredericksburg features a variety of opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the tranquil Texas weather.
court, playground, picnic pavilion, restrooms and trail. Frantzen Park • Neighborhood park. • 1.8 acres, located on South Orange Street. • Picnic facilities, playground and trail.
Cross Mountain Park • Community park. • 16 acres. • Located off of North Milam Street. • Walking trails, scenic overlook and picnic tables. Elementary School Park • Neighborhood park. • 10 acres, located on North Adams Street. • Baseball/soccer practice fields, basketball
Fort Martin Scott • Special use park. • 10 acres, located on U.S. Highway 290 East. • Self-guided tour with interpretive signs. • Living history re-enactments during the year •Trails and picnic tables. Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park • Regional park. • 260 acres, located on Texas 16 South. Cont. on page 28 ▶
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Sundays: 8:00 9:00 9:15 10:25 10:30
Traditional Worship Breakfast Bar Sunday School (kids, youth, adults) Contemporary Praise & Worship Traditional Worship
Bethany Preschool Celebrating 35+ years 830-997-8751 Accepting 2 - 5 year olds
Pastors Casey Zesch, Kevin Haug & Ray Tiemann • Kiesha Priem, Director of Youth & Family Ministries Stephanie Sanchez, Preschool Director
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PARKS • 18-hole golf course, baseball/softball fields, Olympic size swimming pool, pavilions, picnic tables, tennis/volleyball/basketball courts, fishing at Live Oak Creek, R.V. campground and nature trails. Marktplatz • Special use park. • 4.5 acres, located on Main Street. • Pavilions/ picnic tables, playground, gardens and history walk. Oak Crest Park • Community park. • 10 acres, located on State Highway 16 South. • Baseball/softball/soccer fields; covered playground.
Cont. from page 27 Old Fair Park • Community park. • 10 acres, located next to HE-B. • Baseball fields, soccer fields, playground, skatepark, batting cages and covered basketball pavilion.
• Fundraising for reconstruction of historical buildings.
Town Pool • Community park. • 1 acre, located on West Travis Street. • Swimming pool.
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park Infrastructure Upgrades • Electrical/water/sewer/cable upgrades completed this year. • New online reservation software for pavilions and buildings. • New recreation programs and events. • Replacement of one camping restroom/shower facility.
Plans for 2020 Fort Martin Scott Improvements/ Development Plan • Stabilization of granite gravel trails.
Marktplatz • Pavilion and arbor upgrades. • Decorative light pole replacements. • Electrical pedestal replacements.
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Hill Country Memorial Hospital and Clinics Immediate Care Clinics Offer quick, convenient and high-quality care for non-emergent issues and illnesses. • Fredericksburg — 1031 South State Highway 16. 830-992-2820. Open seven days a week. Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Llano — 1310 Ford Street. 325-247-WELL (9355). Open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. ER - 24/7 Emergency Care 830-997-4353 1020 South State Highway 16 in Fredericksburg. HCM Medical Group From primary care to specialty physicians, HCM Medical Group works together for the health care
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Hill Country Memorial Hospital 830-997-4353 1020 South State Highway 16, Fredericksburg hillcountrymemorial.org needs of the communities it serves. Medical offices in Fredericksburg, Kerrville, Johnson City, Llano and Boerne. 830-990-1404 or 1-844-362-7426. To request appointments online, visit www. hillcountrymemorial.org/appointments. Home Care Skilled nurses, home health aides, therapists and social service professionals provide the Cont. on page 30 ▶
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care individuals need wherever they call home. 830-997-1336. 808 Reuben Street, second floor, Fredericksburg. Hospice Provides safety and dignity for patients and comfort to families and caregivers during the most important time of life. 830-997-1335. 808 Reuben Street, second floor, Fredericksburg. Infusion A new dedicated suite with specially trained infusion services staff. 830-997-1265. 1009 South Milam, Suite 2, Fredericksburg. Breast Center One of the best defenses against breast cancer is early detection, and the Hill Country Memorial Breast Center’s 3D digital mammography unit is an important first step in discov-
ering a breast tumor early. 830-990-6181. 808 Reuben Street, Fredericksburg. Obstetrics Hill Country parents and babies have a special place for delivery. 830-997-1253. Kathleen C. Cailloux Birthing Center, 1011 South Milam Street, Fredericksburg. Outpatient Rehab Provides physical, occupational and speech therapies for adults and children, plus cardiac and pulmonary rehab. • 402 West Windcrest, Fredericksburg. 830-997-1357 or 830-997-1358 (cardiac and pulmonary). • 511 U.S. Highway 281, Marble Falls Physical Therapy. 830-992-2830. Orthopedics Total knee, shoulder and hip joint replacement surgery through the Restore program provides care for joint replacement surgery patients. 830-990-6134.
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1020 South State Highway 16, Fredericksburg. Sleep Lab Sleep is as important to one’s health as diet and exercise. Ask the primary care provider for a sleep study referral. 830-992-2552. • 2511 U.S. 281, Suite 800, Marble Falls. • 1002 North Llano Street, Fredericksburg. Wellness Center More than 20,000 square feet of fitness area devoted to strength training, cardiovascular fitness equipment, and two indoor pools, plus nutrition counseling and diabetic education. 830-997-1355. 1006 South State Highway 16, Fredericksburg. Wound Care Provides evaluation and treatment for complex and chronic wounds. 830-997-1265. 1009 South Milam, Suite 1, Fredericksburg. To find a doctor, visit hillcountrymemorial. org/doctor/find or call 800-578-0631 with questions about HCM’s services.
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Whether it is the printed version, the online edition or through social media, the Fredericksburg StandardRadio Post is the No. 1 source of information about Gillespie County for residents and visitors, alike. The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post offers both print and/or online editions of the weekly newspaper. Subscriptions are available for three months, six months, one year and three years. The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post can be found online at www.fredericksburgstandard.com. To help keep readers informed between issues, a “Daily Update” is offered along with postings to the newspaper’s Facebook page and via Twitter. Want to talk to someone? The telephone number is 830-997-2155. Editor/Publisher Ken Esten Cooke: ken@fredericksburgstandard.com. Managing Editor Yvonne Hartmann: yvonne@fredericksburgstandard.com. Sports Editor Joshua McKinney: josh@fredericksburgstan-
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Staff writers McKenzie Moellering: mckenzie@fredericksburgstandard.com. Samuel Sutton: samuel@fredericksburgstandard.com. Circulation manager Sherrie Geistweidt: sherrie@fredericksburgstandard.com. Head bookkeeper Nathan Crenwelge: nathan@fredericksburgstandard.com. Subscriptions Alicia Trinkle: fbgpaper@fredericksburgstandard.com. Advertising manager Kim Jung: kim@fredericksburgstandard.com. Classified advertising Desine Plavidal: dee@fredericksburgstandard. com. Beth Tucker: beth@fredericksburgstandard. com Display advertising Ann Duecker: ann@fredericksburgstandard. com. Cindy Burdorf: cindygb@fredericksburgstandard.com Rock and Vine Kimberly Giles: kgiles@fredericksburgstandard. com. Contacts News: fbgnews@fredericksburgstandard.com. Advertising: fbgads@fredericksburgstandard. com. What The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post offers both print and/or online editions of the weekly newspaper. Subscriptions are available for three months, six months, one year and three years. Also offered is a free “Daily Update” via email, Monday through Friday mornings. Funeral notices are also available via email. To subscribe to the “Daily Updates” and/or funeral notices, send name and email address to fbgnews@ fredericksburgstandard.com or visit the website at www.fredericksburgstandard.com and follow the links to register. Where • Offices of the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post are located at 712 West Main Street. • The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post can be found online at www.fredericksburgstandard.com. • Facebook users can also “like” the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post’s page. • Follow the newspaper on Twitter @fbgstandard.
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A trio of services Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau hosts what is the town’s official visitor website, giving tourists a peek at the best attractions. Housed at the Visitor Information Center at 302 E. Austin St., the organization posts information on upcoming events and highlights for a trip to Gillespie County wineries, art galleries, museums, shops and more. They can help groups with retreats and referrals. Ernie Loeffler, president/ CEO, and the staff of 14 market Fredericksburg and Gillespie County assist meeting and converence planners, tour operators and more.
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Gillespie County Economic Development Commission Director Tim Lehmberg keeps track of business development. He is led by a board of directors which help usher new and expanding business projects into Gillespie County. With a top-notch hospital and airport, business owners like the idea of locating here. Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce serves as a member resource for activities, business development and networking entity. President Penny McBride leads a team which keeps a high profile in town and looks
after business advocacy and workforce development. The Chamber boasts over 900 members. Fredericksburg CVB 302 E. Austin St. Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-6523 www.visitfredericksburgtx.com Gillespie EDC 302 E. Austin St. Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-6523 www.gillespiecountyedc.com Chamber of Commerce 306 E. Austin St. Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-5000 www.fredericksburg-texas.com
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Hill Country University Center Hill Country University Center (HCUC) offers higher education to Fredericksburg and Gillespie County residents as well as individuals from surrounding counties. The center has partnered with Texas Tech University and Central Texas College to provide master’s, bachelor’s and associate’s degrees, as well as specialized certificates, in a wide range of disciplines designed to prepare students to meet tomorrow’s business needs and challenges. The facility, built in 2010 and located on a 68-acre site on the east side of Fredericksburg, offers classes for students of all ages and interests. Texas Tech University The Texas Tech University Regional Teaching Site at Fredericksburg offers upper-level courses toward bachelor’s and master’s degrees, making a Texas Tech education available and convenient in Fredericksburg. Texas Tech partners with Central Texas College to offer a unique 2+2 program, where students take the first two years of core coursework with CTC, and then transfer to Texas Tech to complete the upper-division coursework toward their bachelor’s degrees. From Fredericksburg, students can choose from sev-
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If students are interested in pursuing a career in the wine industry, Texas Tech offers a Local Food and Wine Production program focused on the science and technology of grape and wine production and urban farming. “TechTeach� is a fast-track, one-year teacher education program that combines student teaching experience at Fredericksburg Elementary School with education courses offered at HCUC and online. See www.hillcountry.ttu.edu for more information about Texas Tech in Fredericksburg or connect via Facebook @TTUFrederick. Central Texas College (CTC) Central Texas College is a two-year, open admissions institution that provides educational opportunities focused on making its students employable. The college offers a wide range of associate degrees and certificates through both online and face-to-face day and evening classes at HCUC. In addition, it offers dual credit courses through its partnership with Fredericksburg High School. The mission of CTC is to provide a high value postsecondary education, with one of the most affordable tuition rates in Texas. To learn more about CTC in Fredericksburg, go to www.ctcd.edu/hillcountry and stay connected through
Facebook @CTCHillCountry. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) OLLI is designed for adults age 50+ who are still working, semi-retired or fully retired. Administered by Texas Tech University, the program offers non-credit courses taught by current and retired faculty and local professionals during convenient afternoon or evening hours. With no tests, no grades and no papers, OLLI classes are focused on exploring exciting topics and pursuing new interests. For the latest catalog of OLLI classes in the Hill Country, see olli.ttu.edu. Community Events and Conferences HCUC offers meeting and function space for community events, club meetings, private social functions, and corporate conferences and workshops. Its 4,000-square-foot H-E-B Community Events Center includes a catering kitchen, accommodations for up to 200 guests, ample parking and state-of-theart audio/visual system. Contact Lynn Meeks at info@hcucenter.org or phone him at 830-990-2717 for more information.
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Stay golden at the hub Whether it’s for a cup of coffee or lunch, exercise or games, the Golden Hub is the place for seniors to be. Activities from dominoes to dancing, exercise to health screenings, a nutritious meal and fellowship are offered each week to residents and visitors, alike. The basics: The Golden Hub is located at 1009 North Lincoln Street and is open to the public five days a week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seniors of any age are invited and are welcome to bring their friends, family and neighbors. The telephone number is 997-7131 and the website is www.goldenhub.org. Let’s eat: A meal is served at noon, Monday through Friday, in the dining room at the Golden Hub. Diners are welcome to come early for activities and fellowship. Those wishing to dine are asked to make reservations by no later than 9 a.m. that morning.
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A donation of $5 is requested per meal for those 60 years old and older while for those under 60, the charge is $6. The Hub also offers a Meals-on-Wheels lunch program, Monday through Friday, that delivers meals to seniors who are homebound or disabled. For more information on the Meals-on-Wheels program or to make reservations, call 997-7131. Fun and fellowship: Weekly activities include exercise, line dancing, Tai Chi, Pilates, Canasta, bridge, dominoes, Mah-Jongg, dancing, quilting, music (a dulcimer group meets every week), painting classes, language classes and bingo. There are also monthly nutrition education programs, blood pressure clinics and every other month, defensive driving classes. And: Transportation programs are also available through the Hub. A variety of community groups hold regular meetings at the facility which features a large assembly room that can be rented for meetings, receptions and parties.
Introducing our newest Family Practice Doctor, Maggie Klein Gainer MD. Now accepting new patients. Please call to schedule your appointment today.
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A variety of camps and classes for youth are offered by the Fredericksburg Independent School District’s Community Education program. — Standard-Radio Post file photo
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Classes for children, teens, young adults and retirees are offered year-round by the Fredericksburg Independent School District’s Community Education program. Want to learn more about financial planning, real estate, fly fishing or backpacking? What about joining an exercise or dance class? How about an organized trip? There are also camps, workshops and sporting activities for children; special interest classes, as well as sessions focusing on sewing, music, dog obedience, drones, karate and much more. Class times and locations of classes vary, and registration fees are kept as low as possible. Rachel Malinak serves as Coordinator of Community Education. The Community Ed office is at 234 Friendship Lane in the FISD Administration Building. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Online registration is available at myschoolbucks.com. Malinak can be reached at 830-997-7182 or via email at rachelm@fisd.org.
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Pioneer Memorial Library
Pioneer Memorial Library brings good reads to Fredericksburg. The library is located at 115 West Main Street in a restored building that is also known as the McDermott Building. Hours: Pioneer Memorial Library is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, the library is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. Library cards: Borrowers’ cards are issued free of charge to residents of Gillespie County who can pro-
vide proof of residency (usually with a driver’s license, lease agreement or printed checks with local address). Children six years of age and older will be issued a card when their applications are signed by a parent or guardian. All non-residents of Gillespie County are charged a $5 per-year fee for a family library membership. However, only residents of immediately surrounding counties (Kimble, Mason, Llano, Blanco, Kendall and Kerr) are eligible. Books may be checked out for two weeks, and if not requested by another customer, they may be renewed for another two weeks. For more information, call the library at 997-6513 or visit www.pmlfbg.com. What’s available: Pioneer Memorial Library is home to adult fiction and non-fiction books, reference materials, the Texas collection and current newspapers and magazines. DVDs for adults and children are also available at the library. Just for kids: Along with a large selection of children’s books, the library also offers story times for preschool and kindergarten children. Those interested may contact the library for more information.
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