JANUARY 23, 2019 25 YEARS
LOBO THRILLER
Buda Fire Chief celebrates 25 years on the job.
Lehman basketball stuns Del Valle in 65-63 nail-biter.
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Locals worry over SH21 expansion scope BY EXSAR ARGUELLO
While the expansion of State Highway 21 is expected to begin this summer, local residents feel the project might be too little, too late. The estimated $17 million project, spearheaded by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), calls for adding a significant number of passing lanes to alleviate gridlock. According to a TxDOT PHOTO BY MOSES LEOS III statement, the average Residents who attended the SH 21 open house discussed the daily traffic on SH 21 is project with TxDOT engineers to see how the construction predicted to increase by 39 percent from 2017 to 2037. would impact traffic and property lines.
Improvements of SH 21, which connects Hays, Caldwell and Bastrop counties, would extend from Highway 80 in San Marcos to U.S. 71 in the Austin area.
Additionally, TxDOT is looking to add eightfoot shoulders on SH 21, predominantly on the Hays County side. But the biggest change to the highway is the addition of seven east and westbound alternating passing lanes that would be a mile to two miles in length. But for some longtime residents along SH 21, the
proposed passing lanes will not be enough. Hays County resident Arlene Smith can hear 18-wheelers speeding along SH 21 from her house. The trucks have become more of a common presence on the highway as San Marcos and Bastrop continue to grow.
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Police seek Kyle man in child injury case
Shut down PHOTO BY EXSAR ARGUELLO
Ruben is one of 800,000 federal employees who have not received a paycheck since the government shutdown began Dec. 22.
Government shutdown causing financial stress and uncertainty for local families BY EXSAR ARGUELLO
From the moment he entered Kyle H-E-B Jan. 22 with a grocery list clutched in hand, Ruben made it his mission to seek every available yellow coupon he could find. Like most families, Ruben and his wife know every little bit counts. That now means so much more for the duo who are both furloughed federal employees. While partial government shutdowns are nothing new to Ruben – he’s lived through five of them since the 1990s – the latest, which is now the longest in U.S. history, leaves him and his family fearful for the future. They’re two of the roughly 800,000 federal employees who have gone without pay for the last month and are struggling to ensure they can make ends meet. “I’ve been through five shutdowns, but nothing like this. When I was watching the news when it happened, I knew this
“When I was watching the news when it happened, I knew this would be different. I’m not pointing the finger at anyone. A lot of people are to blame. But we are being held hostage and used as pawns. Our leaders cannot find solutions and we are left to suffer.” –Ruben, a government employee
would be different,” Ruben said. “I’m not pointing the finger at anyone. A lot of people are to blame. But we are being held hostage and used as pawns. Our leaders cannot find solutions and we are left to suffer.” Since the shutdown began Dec. 22, Ruben and his wife have filed for unemployment, desperate for any help they can receive from the government. The money they have from the last
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New life for old annex
Buda OKs lease with local VFW BY MOSES LEOS III
STAFF REPORT Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a man suspected of causing multiple injuries to an infant. RichBLYTHE ard Vincent Blythe, 19, of Kyle, is wanted for injury to a child/serious bodily injury, according to a city of San Marcos press release. Blythe is a white male, 5-feet, 6-inches tall, who weighs approximately 200 lbs. Blythe has blonde hair, blue eyes and could have facial hair. His last known address is a residence in the Kyle area. According to the release, San Marcos
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The Buda VFW currently meets at the Buda Fire Department. Their new home will be the old city hall annex.
paycheck they received is strictly for groceries and bills. As a couple, they have sat down and crunched numbers. Which bills must paid soon and which can they hold off on are questions they regularly try to answer. The family also have to account for around $83,000 in outstanding student loans. As the shutdown lingers, Ruben said his colleagues are suffering psychologically, anxiously
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Giving area veterans a place to call their own was the first move Buda officials made toward finding a use for its former municipal facilities. By a 6-0 Jan. 15 vote, the Buda City Council approved a lease agreement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12161 to reuse what was Buda’s city hall annex building. Per the agreement, the VFW will lease the building along Houston Street for a four-year period. Buda officials agreed to not place the structure on the market for the duration of the lease, so long as a suitable replacement structure is not found. Prior to the meeting,
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Former commish retires from board
waiting at home for some hope. The brain begins to linger on frightening thoughts, he said. Confidence begins to dwindle. Finances are running low and the days seem like months. Amid the uncertainty, area organizations and entities are stepping in to help federal employees stay on their feet. But those organizations are also starting to see the shutdown’s impact as well. Mallory Best, Hays County Food Bank coordinator, said the organization has received an influx of individuals who are in need of assistance since the start of 2019. “For confidentiality, we do not specifically ask what brings people to the food bank, but some citizens have told us it is because of the government shutdown,” Best said. “It can be difficult for people, especially those who are employed, to receive these services.” Best said the food
Citing a change of direction in his life, a former Hays County Commissioner announced plans to resign as chairperson of an area transportation board. Will Conley, who has chaired the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (CAMPO) Transportation Policy Board since 2012, said Jan. 14 he intends to step down from the position. The CAMPO TPB is a 20-person governing body made up of area elected officials, as well as representatives from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and Capital Metro. The TPB decides CAMPO policy and how federal and state funding for area transportation projects is allocated. More information
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Hays Free Press • January 23, 2019
Diversity debated on Kyle commissions BY KATIE BURRELL
Debate over the effects of demographically unbalanced Kyle boards and commissions sprouted up Jan. 15 as city leaders appointed a new Planning and Zoning Commissioner. The Kyle City Council’s appointment marks the third P&Z seat to be filled in the last few months. In October 2018, Kyle City Council Members Alex Villalobos and Daphne Tenorio informally requested that city staff better advertise board and commission applications to Kyle residents. Council members were hoping to better balance P&Z participation city-wide. City leaders advertised the position on their respective social media pages and through wordof-mouth when visiting constituents in their respective districts. No of-
“We’ve been having some difficulties getting some diversity as well as geographical diversity on this (planning and zoning) board. We had six people from the east side apply.” –Daphne Tenorio, Kyle council member
ficial change however, was made to the appointment process. “We haven’t been given direction to officially change the appointment process,” said Kyle City Manager Scott Sellers. “For that to happen, a council member would only need to draft a proposal and ask council to approve it.” Michele Christi and Megan McCall were appointed to P&Z in October 2018; an addition P&Z seat was open after Rick Koch was elected to the Kyle City Council in November. Neither appointment process was affected by an amendment to change the process. Staff said they
continued with both appointments the same way. But concerns over geographic diversity among P&Z commissioners was raised prior to the appointment of Tim McHutchion, which was done by a 4-1 vote. Tenorio voted against the appointment. Five of the six P&Z Commissioners live on the west side of Kyle following the city council’s decision. “We’ve been having some difficulties getting some diversity as well as geographical diversity on this (planning and zoning) board,” Tenorio said. “We had six people from the east side apply.” Tenorio, as well as resi-
pointments are made by the P&Z chair, the city manager, and city staff that works with P&Z. That group interviews prospective applicants and makes a recommendation to the city council for approval. “Our policy, as adopted dents who attended the Jan. 15, expressed concern over by this council, lays out our criteria for how we make the lack of geographical diversity on the board. Ten- a nomination and it does not clarify anything about orio said she is concerned east and west,” said Mayor that the board is unable to Travis Mitchell. “With fully represent the city. that said, in my mind, Mr. “I think the process that McHutchion has the best (you all) have installed to background to represent pick, and hand-select peoeast and west.” ple has become political McHutchion was versus looking for people appointed with a 4-1 vote, with the actual qualificawith Tenorio voting against; tions,” Tenorio said. two councilmembers, In years past, the selecShane Arabie and Dex Ellition process has adjusted son, were not present at the and changed over time. meeting. At this time, city According to city ofstaff said there has been no ficials, the appointment official motion or action process had been the to adjust the appointment responsibility of the Kyle process to include instrucCity Council. tion over diversity. Currently, P&Z ap-
Conley Retires: Steps down as CAMPO leader Continued from pg. 1
and a statement on his resignation is expected to be provided to the public in the coming weeks, Conley said. Conley served on the TPB while in office as Hays County Pct. 3 Commissioner. In 2017, Conley stepped down from his commissioner’s seat to run for Hays County Judge. “I’ve had the privilege of serving on the CAMPO board for many years and chairing it for the past six, even to the point of uniquely representing Hays
County in the past year as a whole,” Conley said. “For me personally, I’m just at a different point in my life and I will be venturing into many different things across our region, state and nation.” Conley did not rule out returning to public service, but said he will spend the foreseeable future involved in the private and non-profit sector. With Conley’s departure, the lone two Hays County representatives on the board are Pct. 2 Commis-
sioner Mark Jones and recently-elected San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson. Conley said he is confident in the current leadership that will represent Hays County moving forward. “Being Chairman was a huge leadership role in our region for a long time and that has been a positive for Hays County,” Conley said. “It put Hays County front and center in the region. That being said, Mark Jones is a great representative for our home. It is my under-
standing he will continue to represent the county.” In 2018, CAMPO’s TPB voted to keep Conley as its chairman despite not serving as an active elected official. Conley had served an affiliate non-voting member since that time and had one year remaining on his term. The decision stirred controversy as keeping a non-elected official on the policy board was unprecedented. Jones was appointed to the board after Conley became a non-vot-
ing member. Conley’s tenure as chairperson marked the first time in CAMPO history that a member outside of Travis County led the TPB. It’s unknown at this time who will fill the chairperson role. “I want to reiterate what an honor it has been to not only represent Hays but this entire region,” Conley said. “I am proud of our accomplishments and I am looking forward to staying involved in our home in the future.”
SH 21 Concerns Continued from pg. 1
At first, the constant bustle and noise were annoying, but Smith’s worries heightened when she started noticing a safety issue. “There was a fifth of the traffic in 1985 compared to how it is now,” Smith said. “I’ve had cars drive straight through my fence on multiple occasions since I’ve lived here. Adding passing lanes is great, but we desperately need turning lanes. The project doesn’t address cars turning left to oncoming traffic.” Smith and her friend Jinny Larvin attended TxDOT’s SH 21 public workshop hosted at Simon Middle School in hopes to learn more about the project. Multiple citizens who attended the meeting liked the idea of adding passing lanes to sooth traffic concerns but cited their concern about a lack of turning lanes on the highway. In the 1990s, Larvin said a family crashed off the highway and into her property. There were no survivors from that incident. “Every time I approach my home to turn left, I say
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a little prayer,” Larvin said, laughing. “I slowly ease my brakes so the people behind me know to stop in time. It’s just part of living here.” But even without the addition of turning lanes, TxDOT officials believe the alternating passing lanes will help ease the flow of traffic and provide a safer route to Bastrop. TxDOT Public Information Officer Chris Bishop said he remembers discussions about improving the highway in the late1990s. What was once a vision is now turning to reality. Bishop said the project could start later this year, but is dependent on environmental clearances from the state and allocation of funds. For now, residents like Smith and Larvin will patiently wait in anticipation of the construction. On Friday nights, both women said SH 21 is bumper to bumper, presumably because of the traffic going towards College Station, something they believe is due to students traveling to and from Texas A&M University.
Delilah is a 1-year-old, female shorthair gray and white. She is a sweet and silly kitty. She’ll pretend she’s not looking at you when she’s really laying upside down watching your every move. She’s very attentive when she hears food. She’s a little shy but really loves interaction!
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“All I’m asking is for some change. There must be another way we can come together and find a solution that does not negotiate with peoples lives.” –Ruben, a government employee. Story on pg. 1
Hays Free Press • January 23, 2019
EDITORIAL
It affects Hays County C
limate change is affecting Hays County every day and puts its citizens – our readers – at risk. So it’s jarring when the man nominated by the president to take over the nation’s environmental scientists and regulators says he doesn’t believe the hard science behind climate change, and says he doesn’t think of global warming as a crisis. Andrew Wheeler is President Trump’s nominee to head the Environmental Protection Agency. Previously, he worked as a lobbyist for coal companies seeking to weaken environmental regulation. That work doesn’t disqualify him, but it does at least raise questions about whether his number one priority is the health and safety of the nation’s citizens – or Hays County’s. That’s especially true when Mr. Wheeler and his boss are committed to financial cutbacks and regulatory rollbacks that are explicitly designed to weaken environmental rules that protect Texans and the natural resources we treasure. Add these red flags to Mr. Wheeler’s statements this week before the Senate committee reviewing his nomination – his reluctance to acknowledge climate change, his refusal to describe climate change as a great crisis or a national threat – and the picture becomes clear: Hays County and Texas will suffer with Mr. Wheeler at the wheel. That’s because we are in the path of climate change here. We’re seeing it already with increased probabilities of extreme weather, and virtually every scientist and every depth analysis of the data and the trends tells us that conditions will get worse, our challenges will get harder. More extreme heat and drought, but punctuated by ever-more ferocious storms that relieve the drought with previously unheard of intensities of rain and flooding. We’ve seen it here in Texas. We’ve felt it right here at home, with fatal consequences. Tragic events in Hays County and across Texas are following the trends predicted by the data. Yet the president is suspending relief efforts from the work still underway to repair Hurricane Harvey in order to shut down the government over his border wall – refusing a Democratic measure to open the government, ridiculing the compromise efforts of moderate Republican senators, unwilling to address other departments while the border differences are resolved, refusing now even to negotiate. Meanwhile, the Trump Administration is rolling back regulations that require cleaner emissions, more efficient cars, and that protect air and rivers and underground water from pollution generated by the most aggressive and least regulated forms of things like coal mining. At the same time, clean fuels like solar are being de-emphasized. And the clear, unambiguous, increasingly dire forecasts of scientists are being ignored at the top, even reports, like the one noted by the Edwards Aquifer Conservation District this past week, that warn of highly localized climate threats to our water and our way of life right here in Central Texas. Yes, regulations come with a cost. Of course, we should be open to pruning them. But what’s going on here is different. It is a philosophical attack on the very nature of conservation and the stewardship of natural resources. It’s a throwback to the Gilded Age of the 19th century when short-term profit trumped concern over long-term consequences. The costs – direct and indirect – of these policies are more than we can afford. We need more future-focused energy – the kind Texas produces with its wind turbines, its solar farms, and its natural gas production. And we need leaders in our science and environmental agencies who aren’t afraid of science and plain talk, people who care about the future of places like Hays County just as much as they care about next quarter’s profits for the coal companies that paid for the president’s lavish inaugural parties. We need an EPA director who’s not afraid to hear the truth – or to speak it.
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Relax, people! They’re just cookies! J ust as my annual diet has begun showing promise, my greatest obstacle to success is upon me: Girl Scout Cookie season has begun. My problem with Girl Scout Cookies is personal. But, like everything else in our culture, some people have moral or political problems with them. Some nutritionists say the cookies are unhealthy, so it's immoral for Girl Scouts to promote these sugary, fatty treats to a nation struggling with an obesity epidemic. Some conservatives say Girl Scouts openly promote progressive values and praise prominent progressive women, so purchasing Girl Scout Cookies is tantamount to supporting progressives' politics. Some progressives are still smarting because Girl Scouts marched in President Trump's inaugural parade even though Girls Scouts have marched in every presidential inaugural parade. And some particularly anti-capitalist progressives are unhappy that cookie sales teach Girl Scouts the art of commercialism. Hey, people, relax! They're
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by Tom Purcell
just cookies! Still, these cookies present two primary challenges to so many of us. First, they're addictive. I've been known to consume entire sleeves of Thin Mints in one sitting, washing them down with a bucket of icecold whole milk - none of that 2-percent nonsense! Second, everywhere we turn, someone, often a Girl Scout's parent, is pressuring us to place an order. This has become the season to "hide" from friends and relatives on Facebook, sneak out of church extra early (et tu, Deacon Brown?) and dodge multiple colleagues at work. The best story about Girl Scout Cookie pressure in the workplace that I've heard happened last year at the Pentagon. An Air Force general was reprimanded, reports USA Today, "for encouraging a subordinate to retrieve boxes of Trefoils and Tag-
alongs from the general's car for a display in the office." I can imagine how it went from there: "Sergeant, I'd consider it a personal favor if you ordered a dozen boxes from my daughter," said the general. "Sir, yes, sir!" the sergeant replied. Look, the Girl Scouts organization was founded in 1912 to help girls develop physically, mentally and spiritually. The annual cookie sale, which originated in 1917, was designed to help teach girls new skills and responsibilities - not to have parents micro-manage those responsibilities for them. I understand that we live in a time when parents are afraid to allow children to sell cookies door-to-door or to leave them unattended at a booth in front of a supermarket. While it's OK for parents to assist, Girl Scout leaders recommend that parents not sell cookies on their daughters' behalf. Here's why, according to the Girl Scouts website: "Every time you buy a box, you help girls learn five essential skills - goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business
ethics - all while helping them better themselves and their communities." So long as you buy that box directly from a Girl Scout. Some Girl Scouts have mastered new skills quickly. One enterprising young lady, reports The Huffington Post, sold 117 boxes in two hours by setting up shop outside a legal medical-marijuana dispensary in San Francisco. Some Girl Scouts in Los Angeles persuaded actor Tom Hanks to use his social media platforms to promote their cookie stand. And in 2014, one young lady in Oklahoma City broke the record for Girl Scout Cookies sold in a year: more than 21,000 boxes. During her Girl Scout career, she sold more than 100,000 boxes. The regrettable part of her success? I was her only customer. Tom Purcell. Tom Purcell, author of "Misadventures of a 1970's Childhood," is a Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist and is nationally syndicated exclusively by Cagle Cartoons Inc. Tom@TomPurcell.com
Any amazing animal journeys to share?
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lthough my family recently watched the 1943 “Lassie, Come Home” on TV, we haven’t seen the “in theaters now!” movie “A Dog’s Way Home” yet. (Buying concessions to go with watching a certain super-hero who breathes under water left my BANK ACCOUNT under water.) Based on a novel by W. Bruce Cameron, “A Dog’s Way Home” involves a dog named Bella who becomes separated from her beloved owner and begins an “epic 400-mile journey” to reunite with him. The movie resonates well with teens who undertake an epic 400-mile journey to carry the garbage out to the curbside. (“No, I didn’t have to survive wolves and avalanches; but I was late responding to three texts and my classmates might have seen me and stuff.”) Anyway, the premise of “A Dog’s Way Home” and similar films has gotten me started thinking about the amazing loyalty and directional skills
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of pets. I can personally vouch for these attributes. When my wife and I moved into our home in 1993, we transplanted five of my parents’ cats. Four of them adjusted well, but poor Lambchop was never happy and walked several miles back to his birthplace. He was supremely proud of himself, until he got run over a week later and learned too late that this “9 lives” propaganda is Fake News. Dodsey was a feisty stray cat who adopted us and promptly started driving our other tomcats away, one by one. We gave him away twice. The second time, he returned after a week and forgave us for our transgressions. We surrendered, gave him a “forever home” and supplied
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him the additional name “Ulysses.” More amazingly, when my wife’s grandmother moved from New Jersey to Florida, she took her cat with her. The cat ran away. Several months later, the feline turned up in the old Jersey neighborhood, its little paw pads worn down from hundreds of miles of walking and an estimated 3,276 slaps on the snooze alarm. Whether it’s loyalty to individuals or loyalty to familiar surroundings, the lengths to which animals will go are indeed uncanny. If you’ve spoiled them enough with the “Good boy!” routine, they’ll go to even greater lengths to impress you. (“I forgot to wear a Fitbit during my epic 400-mile journey. I’d better go back and do it again.”) Different people have different ideas about how animals accomplish their navigation. Some believe God gave them the instinct. Others believe it evolved over time. This is why so many pets make a
detour on their epic journey home. (“The comfy sofa can wait! I wanna visit Charles Darwin’s birthplace first!”) I rarely write sequels to columns; but if enough of you write to me with your own stories, I just might make an exception. Be sure to mention the newspaper in which you saw this essay. Yes, pets are resourceful about triumphing over impossible odds; but the hope that springs eternal within the human breast isn’t always justified. I realize now that my brother and I were just grasping at straws when our childhood Boston terrier Pee Wee disappeared and we convinced ourselves that he had recognized a license plate and hopped a truck back to Kansas City. Come to think of it, I’m starting to wonder why our childhood landlord would install a toilet that was a direct link to Goldfish Heaven... tyreetyrades@aol.com
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Hays Free Press • January 23, 2019
FIRST TEAM OFFENSE Quarterback – Xavier Martinez, Hays Running back – Jake Cox, Dripping Springs Running back – Devin Hines, Hays Wide receiver – Parker Alford, Dripping Springs Wide receiver – Bryant Lewis, Lehman Wide receiver/Tight end – Bayler Jordan, Hays Offensive line – Brandon Garcia, Hays Offensive line – Thomas Kazmierski, Hays Offensive line – Colin Dewitt, Dripping Springs Offensive line – Jake Williamson, Dripping Springs Offensive line – Kevin Kelly, Dripping Springs
Jai Bialasewski
Carlos Cervenka
DEFENSE Defensive line – Hamid Julbe, Hays Defensive line – Steven Ansumana, Dripping Springs Defensive line – Kevin Perrydore, Dripping Springs Defensive line/Linebacker – Jamison Eddleman, Hays Linebacker – Nico Ramirez, Dripping Springs Linebacker – Jakob Joy, Dripping Springs Linebacker – Michael Mireles, Hays Defensive back – Cole Cavender, Dripping Springs Defensive back – Jai Bialasewski, Hays Defensive back – Lane Dominey, Dripping Springs Defensive back – Pi-Ellei Henderson, Hays
Bryant Lewis
Tanner Prewit
SECOND TEAM OFFENSE
The All Hays Free Press/ News-Dispatch football team We at Barton Publications are proud to present our selections for the 2018-19 All-Hays Free Press and News-Dispatch football team. Selections were determined based on several factors, including season stats and district and state accolades. While not every
athlete was selected, we salute and recognize all who hit the gridiron this season.
MVP – TANNER PREWIT, DRIPPING SPRINGS Beyond the plethora of statistics compiled over an 11-game cam-
paign this season lies the true nature of Dripping Springs Tiger quarterback Tanner Prewit. Yes, accumulating 2,600-plus total yards and 35 total touchdowns certainly helps make the case for Prewit to earn multiple postseason accolades. It’s Prewit’s leadership,
toughness and composure that, above all else, stood out for us to proudly name him as our 201819 Most Valuable Player. During his one and only season under center at Dripping Springs, Prewit earned District 12-5A, Division I MVP honors by coaches.
Quarterback – Cooper McCollum, Wimberley Running back – Xavier Green, Hays Running back – Sam Scott, Hays Wide receiver – Cameron O’Banan, Dripping Springs Wide receiver – Daniel O’Neal, Lehman Wide receiver/Tight end – Carlos Cevenka, Wimberley Offensive line – Connor Harkin, Hays Offensive line – Cesar Sustaita, Lehman Offensive line – Noah Hernandez, Hays Offensive line – Manny Ansumana, Dripping Springs Offensive line – Gilbert Partida, Lehman
DEFENSE Defensive line – Ty Roaches, Lehman Defensive line – Aiden Fitzgerald, Hays Defensive line – Jordan Hammonds, Lehman Defensive line/Linebacker – Jake Cude, Lehman Linebacker – Garrett Moore, Hays Linebacker – Jake Lopez, Hays Linebacker – Hayden Dahl, Dripping Springs Defensive back – CJ Scott, Lehman Defensive back – Phillip Garcia, Lehman Defensive back – Andres Flores-Perry, Dripping Springs Defensive back – Dadrien Brazil, Lehman
Lobos stun Del Valle in 65-63 thriller BY MOSES LEOS III Buried under a celebratory dogpile Tuesday, Lehman Lobos guard Marcos Cantu soaked in what was, by far, the biggest bucket of his basketball career. Sure, Cantu has hit his fair share of meaningful shots in the past. None, however, compared to a buzzer-beating 25-plus foot three-pointer that capped off a wild come-from-behind 65-63 Lobo win over the Del Valle Cardinals at the Den. But beyond the fateful shot was a dramatic win that places Lehman in a tie for fourth in 25-6A and in prime position for an elusive playoff berth. It was a win Cantu and his teammates knew they had to have. “It’s a big step and a big win. It’s a great thing,” Cantu said. “It puts us one step closer to the playoffs.” Cantu’s bucket was the cherry on top of a stunning Lobo comeback. Lehman trailed Del Valle by as many as 15 points in the second half; the Lobos were down by seven points with less than 90 seconds left in the game. Aggressive defense
end the third frame by Lobo 34 and became an instant Cameron Jones cut Del Valle’s lead to nine points at 43LOBO BASKETBALL, 11
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Lehman High head boys basketball coach Steven Pinchback (left) shares a moment with junior Marcos Cantu minutes after he drained a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer.
became the Lobos greatest ally. “Selling out” on the defensive side, as well as slowing the game down, allowed Lehman to claw back into contention, said Lobo head coach Steven Pinchback. Overcoming a woeful night from the field and hitting key shots in crunch time also made a difference. Quick possessions hurt the Lobos and kept them from generating a rhythm on offense for the majority of the contest, Pinchback said. Cantu said the Lobos were “just missing shots”
and struggled for most of the first half. Lehman led Del Valle 4-0 roughly two minutes into the contest. Del Valle outscored the Lobos 25-12 over the next 14 minutes of play to take a 25-16 halftime lead. Del Valle took advantage of continued Lobo shooting struggles in the third frame. Midway through the period, Del Valle held a 32-17 lead and all of the momentum. Lehman didn’t back down. Instead, the Lobos methodically chipped away at Del Valle’s lead. A layup to
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Hays County school districts adopt new safety video BY EXSAR ARGUELLO
A new safety video adopted by all four Hays County public school districts looks to educate students and teachers on the necessary steps in case of an emergency. The video, which was simultaneously announced and broadcasted to various Hays County law enforcement officers, public officials and students Jan. 15, is in conjunction with the county’s standard response protocol (SRP) training. Aimed at a younger audience, the animated video was produced by Hays County Emergency Management staff and Texas State University’s Institute for Government Innovation. The premise of the video is centered around the procedure of “lockout, lockdown, evacuate and shelter” in segments to equip teachers with adequate instruction on how to teach school safety. “This video will make it easier for teachers to talk with young students about very difficult topics,” said Hays CISD Superintendent Eric Wright. “It fills an important gap in making sure all students, regardless of their age or development, have access to appropriate information to keep them safe should an emergency
“This video will make it easier for teachers to talk with young students about very difficult topics. It fills an important gap in making sure all students, regardless of their age or development, have access to appropriate information to keep them safe should an emergency occur.”
PHOTO BY EXSAR ARGUELLO John-Michael Keyes addressed Hays County officials at the premiere of the “I Love U Guys” Standard Response Protocol safety video at the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center. Keyes lost his daughter in a school shooting, inspiring him to dedicate his life to protect the lives of others.
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occur.” The program takes influence from the I Love U Guys Foundation, an organization created to “restore and protect the joy of youth through educational programs and positive action in collaboration with families, schools, communities, organizations and government entities.” Across the nation, entities have adopted the foundation's response protocol training for public and higher education. John-Michael Keyes, founder of I Love U Guys, attended the premiere of the video hosted at the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center. Keyes started I love U Guys following a school shooting in 2006 that took the life of his daughter, Emily. Her final text to her family was “I Love U Guys.” Since the tragedy, Keyes has made it his life’s duty to protect students
through adequate training and planning. Keyes said the premise of the program is to equip students, teachers and first responders with the same universal vocabulary on how to act during an emergency situation. The program began in 2009 and was done in conjunction with the Jefferson County School District in Colorado, Keyes said. That district is the largest in Colorado with 150 schools and is home to Columbine High, the site of a 1999 school shooting that killed 15 people. Keyes said programs like SRP allow discussion about school safety to begin, especially when parents find it difficult to discuss these topics with their children. “This is a great addition to our SRP because it's giving our Pre-k, Kindergarten and elementary students another way to talk about school safety,”
said Phillip Taylor, Hays CISD director of safety and security. “This is a sensitive topic. It can be difficult for teachers to talk to their students about this. So, this program introduced for the next school year is going to fill the gap, and give us good coverage on school safety.” Dripping Springs Independent School District Superintendent Bruce Gearing said the district has been involved with the SRP program since its inception and supports the efforts of Hays County to ensure the safety of students throughout the districts. “It’s not an easy conversation to have, but it’s necessary,” Gearing said. “We are tasked to provide a safe environment for our kids and we are going to do everything we can as a public institution as it pertains to school safety. It’s a paramount priority on our list.”
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season. A total of 31 Hays Speech and Debate team Last weekend, the Hays members currently hold High Speech and Debate partial qualifications. team picked up 11 qualSeveral Hays High stuifications and advanced dents also earned qualificato either state or national tion to the Tournament of competitions. Patrick Fox Champions in May. Ricke and Evan Ricke rounded also earned a bid to the out their qualifications for Extemporaneous Speaking the Texas Forensic AssociTournament of Champions ation’s state tournament. in Chicago. Matthew Boddy Fox qualified to compete and Dylan Cousins picked at state in Lincoln Dougup bids for Extemporanelas Debate and Ricke will ous Speaking at the Tourrepresent Hays High School nament of Champions in in Domestic ExtemporaKentucky. Desiree Campneous Speaking, becoming bell and Olivia Schneider the sixth and seventh Hays earned bids in Original Speech and Debate team Oratory; the contest will be members to qualify this held in Omaha, Nebraska. year. In order to qualify Catherine Porfirio and Julia for competition at the TFA Bowen will join them in State tournament, students Dramatic Interpretation. must demonstrate an Bowen joins teammate ongoing capacity for excel- Zoe Puertas competing lence, collecting a total of in Omaha in Informative 12 points throughout the Speaking.
State Choir honors Earlier this month, Hays High senior Sarah Gianotti was named to the Texas Music Educator’s Association State Choir. Gianotti earned the honor after auditioning at San Antonio Reagan High and placed in the all-state Treble choir. Gianotti will perform Feb. 16 at the TMEA Clinic and Convention in San Antonio. PHOTO BY JIM CULLEN
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Hays Free Press • January 23, 2019
I always say I have the best job because I’m living off doing what I love. My hobby is also my career.”
Buda Fire chief celebrates 25 years of success BY KATIE BURRELL
Having served as a first responder for most of his adult life, Buda Fire Chief Clay Huckaby is used to working in high-stress, dangerous situations. But it was one of the first fires he responded to, a 1994 fire on Main Street that destroyed several buildings, that nearly cost him his life. Through perseverance and a full support system, Huckaby, who is celebrating his 25th year of firefighting in 2019, continues to fulfill his passion of serving his community.
Huckaby’s origins in firefighting began in 1993 when he joined what was then the Buda Volunteer Fire Department while a student at Hays High. At the time, the department relied solely on community members to put out fires both big and small. One of the biggest fires of Huckaby’s career happened soon after he joined the department. The 1994 Main Street fire ranks as one of the most destructive disasters in the city. Multiple buildings were either damaged or destroyed in the blaze. Huckaby and members
of the BVFD responded to assist in putting out the blaze. But an explosion caused by propane canisters from a glass-blowing shop propelled Huckaby several feet into the air. “I was in the hospital and I looked at my mom and said, ‘I’m not quitting,’” Huckaby said. “I knew that was the first thing they were going to ask but I said, ‘No.’” Huckaby persevered that night and every night after. He completed his undergraduate degree in business from Concordia University at Austin and set himself up for a career
that allow him to continue his hobby as a volunteer firefighter. Huckaby’s ascent continued when he became the BVFD’s fire chief in 2004; the title became a permanent position in 2005 when funding made it possible for Buda to have a fully-paid department. “It’s never the same job every day,” Huckaby said. “I haven’t even thought about retiring and I can’t see myself anywhere else.” Huckaby said he loves the growth in Buda and the opportunities the department has been able to take advantage of, which is why
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he does not see himself retiring in the near future. Under Huckaby’s leadership, Buda Fire Department has built two more stations and has hired fulltime, paid staff. Additionally, firefighters who have worked for BFD have won multiple awards. Huckaby is most proud of the station’s designation as class one fire department by Insurance Services Office (ISO). There are only around 300 class one departments in the nation,
according to Huckaby. Huckaby said his days as chief have not always been easy. The hardest part about his job is that he’s serving the city he grew up in. Witnessing tragedy strike his friends and neighbors is never an easy task. “It’s hard sometimes, but I always say I have the best job because I’m living off doing what I love,” Huckaby said. “My hobby is also my career.”
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Red Spots, his face and ears speckled with blood red dots and streaks. Eventually, the steam of water caused the other varmint to exit … another cat. A four-hour trip to the emergency animal hospital got KissMe’s ear stapled and antibiotics started. His wounds came from teeth, not claws. My mom’s emergency could have quickly caused death. After a shower, blood started spurting from her ankle. She phoned my sister’s nearby house, asking that RonTom and I come try to stop the bleeding. I asked her to phone 911 and sent Ron, while I stayed with the 3 dogs (and stayed away from blood.)
An emergency responder later shared with my sister that they thought they had lost her at one point before she was transferred to the ambulance, as she went into shock after a tremendous loss of blood. And, my mom’s doctor shared that one of his patients died from loss of blood in the shower when this occurred. A varicose vein exploded. Over and over I’ve heard, “I never heard of such.” Be aware. It’s an emergency. We have first responders nearby, at our fire station. At city council meeting, Chief Taylor assured plans are in place to add an ambulance. It will take time. Currently, the city is paying a prorated $25,000 assessment, for a portion of a year, so we have ambulance service because the vote to add ESD 9 service (through our property taxes) did
not pass, when the county ceased funding emergency services a couple of years back. A petition is circulating in Mountain City now asking for a new vote to add Mountain City to ESD 9. But, due to mandated wait times, it cannot be on the ballot until November 2019. So, in the meantime, until if/when the vote happens /passes, the amount accessed to Mountain City will be about $40,000 for a full year. The city will cut back budget line items to make sure we have ambulance service. The ESD assessment is in no way associated with our fire station. It happened because the county ceased funding emergency services. So, what’s new in Mountain City? Please send tidbits toptom5678@ gmail.com or phone 512 268 5678. Thanks! Love to you, PTom
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the primary ‘macronutrient’ building blocks for plant growth: (N) nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P), and potassium (K). Look for fertilizers which also contain micro-nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, sulfur and iron. Cottonseed meal and alfalfa meal are highly effective sources of organic plant food. Both also stimulate the growth of existing beneficial
bacterias. Other sources include bat guano, earthworm castings, blood meal and bone meal. If you’re looking for a blended fertilizer with all the nutrients needed for strong plant growth, Espoma’s Garden Tone is one of my top favorites. Time’s getting short and spring garden season is just around the corner. It’ll be here before you know it. Happy Gardening Everyone!
Ground broken on roller hockey rink
On Monday, the city of Kyle joined 11-year-old Ash Crane for the groundbreaking of the Ash Pavilion, an outdoor, covered roller hockey rink to be constructed in GreggClark Park. The $600,000 structure is part of a Make-AWish project for Crane, who has hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Joining Kyle city officials on the groundbreaking, held on Crane’s birthday, were various sponsors and donors to the project. Wearing a hardhat and safety vest, 11-year-old Kyle resident Ash Crane turns the dirt on a new covered roller hockey rink that will be built in GreggClark Park.
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Omar Maya-Rangel, 32, of Kyle went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was found Jan. 12, 2019, after a two-week search. Maya-Rangel was fun loving, active, hardworking and devoted to his family. He was loved by many and will be missed dearly. Maya-Rangel was born April 13, 1986 in Mexico City, Mexico to Adolfo Maya and Florina Rangel. He immigrated with his family to Austin in 1999. Maya-Rangel graduated from Hays high school in 2004 where he was on the soccer team, ran cross country and was a member of the Jr. ROTC Marine Corps on campus. Following graduation, he attended Texas State University where his focus was on Criminal Justice. He worked hard as a cook at Casa Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in Kyle and with his uncle, Eloy, landscaping. Maya-Rangel loved to be active. He enjoyed reading, running, biking, listening to Latin Rap music and was an extremely talented artist. He was an animal lover and will be missed by his dog, Rufus. He is survived by his parents Adolfo Maya and
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Our beloved father George D. Saucedo, Jr. lifelong resident of Kyle went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, January 14, 2019. He passed away in his home, surrounded by his loving family, following a short battle with cancer just shortly after his 76th birthday. Anyone who knew Saucedo knew he was very social, smart, witty, strong willed and determined to be successful. He wasn’t able to complete his education. However, his lack of education did not stop him from all of his accomplishments. In 1970 Saucedo became a first-time homeowner and that started his aspiration to invest in real estate. Over the years he invested in several residential and commercial properties in Kyle. His life as an entrepreneur started shortly after. Saucedo established multiple businesses in Kyle. Many memories were made with family and friends
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and her husband Joe. He also leaves behind 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Saucedo is survived by his brothers Adam Saucedo and his wife Olivia, Paul Saucedo and his wife Emily and sister Eva Cano and her husband Gilbert. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
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throughout the years. Saucedo was involved in an accident and suffered traumatic injuries that left him immobile for nearly two years. He used this time to obtain a certification in Jewelry & Watch Repair which kicked off a new adventure for Saucedo. He then started a new hobby that turned into yet another business. He later became a welder while continuing jewelry and watch repair and retired from Butler Manufacturing after 25 years. Despite his setbacks Saucedo created a successful life. After his retirement, Saucedo continued an active life maintaining his property from sun up to sun down and never stopped his diligent work ethic which he instilled into his 6 children. His favorite pasttimes were dancing, hunting and watching football. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Saucedo was a loyal Dallas Cowboy and Texas Longhorn fan. He had a passion for collecting John Deere tractors. He enjoyed socializing, traveling and venturing with his children. Saucedo is preceded in death by his parents, George Saucedo Sr. and Angelina Delgado Saucedo, brother Samuel Saucedo, sisters Maria Soto, Hortencia Cisneros, Tomasa Cisneros, and Rosa Pompa, He will be greatly missed by his children, daughter, Angie Falcon and her husband Fred, son David Saucedo, daughter Suzie Saucedo and Joe Gonzales, son Andy Saucedo, son George Saucedo III and his wife Suzanne, and daughter Diana Calderon
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Loretta L. Coker Williamson Schadel, age 91, passed away late Sunday evening, January 13, 2019, at Seton Hays Medical Center, Kyle, Texas. She was born Aug. 15, 1927, in rural Hodgeman County, Kansas, the daughter of Levi Preston and Laura Mae (Sanders) Lamoree. As a young girl she attended school in Buhler, Kansas, graduating from Buhler High School. In 1971, she moved to Meade and was a resident until 2006 when she moved to be near her family in Kyle, Texas. While living in Meade, she worked as a cook for the Chuckwagon Restaurant and was a caregiver for the Lone Tree Lodge. She married William (Bill) Harvey Coker. After several years the couple divorced. On Sept. 14, 1962, she married Thomas Harry Williamson in Jetmore, Kansas. He preceded her in death on April 3, 1995. After Thomas’ death she married her high school sweetheart, Leonard Jacob Schadel. He preceded her in death. She enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening and spending time with her family and friends. She survived by two sons, James Coker of Plains, Kansas, and Fred Coker of Kyle, Texas; a daughter, Dawna Nims of Corpus Christi, Texas; 20 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husbands; a son, Richard R. Coker; two brothers, Raymond and Ralph Lamoree; and
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Kyle updates amendments on parking, manufactured homes BY KATIE BURRELL
Reducing the minimum size required for new home builds was one of eight code amendments recommended for approval by Kyle’s Planning and Zoning Commission earlier this month. Other amendments, which will go before the Kyle City Council for final approval, dealt with parking, signage and subdivisions in the city. Will Atkinson, Kyle city planner, said residents have supported amending
the minimum home size requirement in the past, specifically those who sought to build a manufactured home. Currently, Kyle code requires buildings to be constructed at a minimum of 1,200 square feet. While city code doesn’t specifically limit the construction of single-wide manufactured homes, the minimum requirement “by default, negates that,” Atkinson said. “Unfortunately, this causes us to be more unaffordable,” Atkinson said.
“A lot of citizens that live in our manufactured home communities come in to get their manufactured home permits and are astonished, and a lot of times not very happy, that before they were annexed, they could build an 800 square foot structure. But now that they want a new home, the minimum (size requirement) has gone up.” Atkinson recommended the code to allow for a 1,000 square foot minimum for new home builds. Commis-
home communities come in to get their manufactured home permits and are astonished, and a lot of times not very happy, that before they were annexed, they could build an 800 square foot structure,” Atkinson said. “But now that they want a new home, the minimum (size requirement) has gone up.” Commissioners said they might be interested in revisiting the code again in the future to further reduce the minimum requirement, or possibly remove it entirely to make
sioners voted unanimously to recommend the change. “A lot of citizens that live in our manufactured
way for tiny homes. P&Z also recommended to allow both residential and non-residential lots with more than five spaces to reduce the sq. foot number by five percent under certain requirements. Other amendments clarified size requirements for various parking spaces. Commissioners also clarified portable signs as temporary signs and should be kept indoors after hours. Proposed code amendments will be presented to city council for final approval no later than Feb. 5.
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Government Shutdown Continued from pg. 1
Government shutdown impacting home loans BY EXSAR ARGUELLO As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history has now surpassed 30 days, the long-term effects are beginning to trickle into the public sector. A variety of federal government loans are taking more time to be approved than usual, or in some cases, are on hold altogether. Additionally, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is battling to adequately bolster food inspections.
“We are anxious to see the shutdown lifted as it’s slowing things down a bit. This is the busy season for mortgages. Historically, we are able to close a loan in 25 days. We are asking people to expect up to 40 days for a closure.”
“For confidentiality, we do not specifically ask what brings people to the food bank, but some citizens have told us it is because of the government shutdown. It can be difficult for people, especially those who are employed, to receive these services.” –Mallory Best, Hays County Food Bank coordinator
this time. Donna Alston, Aqua America director of communications, said the company does not have a specific deferment plan in place for federal employees. However, officials encourage all Aqua customers who might be experiencing financial difficulties to contact their respective call centers in order to make payment arrangements, Alston said. In Buda, officials work with customers to set up payment plans in the event of financial hardship, said David Marino, Buda public information officer. Pedernales Electric Cooperative officials said they are working with individual members as they contact them at this time.
Ultimately, Ruben, who comes from a family of war veterans and federal employees, said residents need to “rethink our priorities” and hold elected officials accountable. Frustrations have now turned to anger as he and many others wait for a resolution that might not happen soon. “As a country, we are more divided than I have ever seen,” Ruben said. “All I’m asking is for some change. There must be another way we can come together and find a solution that does not negotiate with peoples lives.” But for now, Ruben left the H-E-B parking lot with his groceries and a smile. He’s lived through five shutdowns before. His family will get through this one, too.
VFW Lease: Use of Buda facilities Continued from pg. 1
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“USDA loans and that production line, in particular, has been a MORTGAGES AND HOME bit slow,” Sawyer said. LOANS “Rumor has it that some of According to officials, those officers are having delays can be expected people come back to work for Federal Housing without pay to help speed Administration (FHA), the process.” Veterans Affairs (VA) and Sawyer said USDA loans United States Department are not as common in Kyle and Buda, as these loans of Agriculture (USDA) are typically utilized in housing loans. rural areas. Growth and “We are anxious to see development in Hays the shutdown lifted as it’s County has eased the slowing things down a use of USDA loans. Small bit,” said Lee Warbinton, portions of residential branch manager for housing considered ‘nonWaterstone Mortgage. essential’ are also not “This is the busy season for mortgages. Historically, open; residents can expect we are able to close a loan delays in getting in contact with those offices. in 25 days. We are asking people to expect up to 40 FDA AND FOOD days for a closure.” INSPECTIONS Conventional loans, which are not a function On Jan. 9, the FDA of the federal government, halted some food may be affected if inspections after the facilitated by government- government shutdown. sponsored entities. This However, four days later, may include Fannie Mae FDA Commissioner Scott and Freddie Mac, two of Gottlieb said “high-risk” the largest governmentfood inspections will sponsored enterprises for begin once again. home loans. According to reports, While the companies roughly 150 furloughed are private entities, FDA employees have been information required called back to work on for underwriting by the inspections, most of them federal government might without pay. be delayed. “More staff could be on A lack of access to the way, depending on federal income tax needs. This is a snapshot transcripts may also affect of some of our current self-employed individuals, inspection work on said Tom Sawyer, a senior high-risk assignments,” mortgage banker at Home Gottlieb tweeted earlier Lending Group. this month. “Taken
bank’s staff is working around the clock to ensure new clients receive the food they need. Diana Woods with the Buda United Methodist Church said they have seen an increase in federal employees seeking services from its food pantry. "I am a retired government employee myself," Woods said. "I know it's hard. I know it's scary. But we are working to help these people in any way we can." The church is asking residents to donate food and funding to assist furloughed federal workers during the shutdown. Other entities are also trying to help impacted federal workers. Kyle city officials announced it was offering an in-place utility billing deferment program to federal employees. The program allows city utility customers to defer bills on a temporary basis. Ruben said his mortgage, phone and internet bills are currently deferred by the carriers as a result of the shutdown. However, Ruben said his bills for some utility companies, such as water from Aqua Texas and electricity from Pedernales Electric Cooperative, have not been deferred at
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WEATHER FORECASTS STILL IN OPERATION Despite the shutdown, the National Weather Service (NWS) Austin/ San Antonio office in New Braunfels remains open. However, an employee contacted could not comment to the Hays Free Press if they are receiving compensation at this time. “NOAA's National Weather Service has people working twenty-four seven during the shutdown to perform mission essential functions to protect lives and property,” said a spokesperson for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “Observations, forecasts, watches/ warnings, and all of the infrastructure to support these operations continue to be sustained, meeting all operational readiness levels. These functions are critical to providing life-saving decision support to emergency managers in every county of the United States."
Buda’s proposed contract would have allowed the VFW to lease the building for a four-year term that could be terminated with a 90-day notice after two years. Wiley Hopkins, District C council member, successfully amended the agreement in order to provide protections for the VFW. Discussion on the agreement followed recommendations from Ash+Lime, an area consulting group, which was hired to evaluate former municipal complex facilities in the downtown area. That includes old Buda City Hall, along with the former Buda Library building. Micah Grau, Buda assistant city manager, said Ash+Lime facilitated discussions with stakeholders and interested parties on the facilities. Buda officials also received feedback from residents via a survey conducted in November 2018. Ash+Lime recommended Buda turn the city hall annex into an art hub, with the city conducting a request for proposal (RFP) to sell the property for studio space, maker space and artists. “They (Ash+Lime) felt the annex serves as a gateway to the eastern side of downtown,” Grau said. Ash+Lime recommended Buda use the old City Hall location as a mixed-use business incubator, with
the library as a possible visitor’s center. Grau said Buda received an unsolicited offer from resident Matt Debow who wanted to acquire the annex and bring in tenants to occupy the building. Buda City Attorney George Hyde said the city wasn’t able to take the unsolicited offer per state law. City leaders also bounced around ideas about what could be done with the annex and other facilities. Council member District B council member Evan Ture advocated for the city to have a buyer for the annex “sooner rather than later.” Ture said the former Buda library location could be a possible alternative home for the VFW post. Council member At-Large Remy Fallon, however, said the library should be a visitors center as it’s the “perfect spot” in the downtown area. Fallon advocated for maintaining the annex lease agreement with the VFW as they had
been working with them since March 2017. David Condel, Buda VFW 12161 commander, said using the old library was not an option for a post that’s now up to 60 members and growing. Condel said the old library facility might not be an adequate place to store its ceremonial rifles. Council member Ray Bryant said the VFW also had plans to remodel the annex to fit its needs. That includes leasing out space within the annex to veteran-owned businesses. “I’m afraid the library will not accommodate what we need,” Condel said. “It’s too small.” Kenneth Williams, Buda City Manager, said the agreement with the VFW is something “we can all live with.” It also gives VFW officials the space they need and have sought for some time. “They’ve talked with use in good faith and I think we have a deal that benefits the city and them,” Williams said.
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Public Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC FORECLOSURE SALE Property: Manufactured Home: New 2016 CMH Manufacturing Inc., Dragon model, Serial No. CLW040241TX, Length/Width 16x72, located at Kyle Blue Bonnet dba Lakeside Crossing, 291 Antelope Hills Drive (Lot 24), Austin, TX 78640 Date: February 13th, 2019 Time: 9:00 a.m. The Levine Law Firm, P.C. Plaza 7000 7000 N. Mopac, Suite 200 Austin, Texas 78731 Telephone: (512) 476-9800 Attention: Mr. Jeremy Levine
INVITATION TO BIDDERS Sealed Bids, in duplicate, addressed to North Hays County Municipal Utility District No.2, Attention Paul Byars, President, Board of Directors, will be received at the office of LandDev Consulting, LLC, 5508 W. US Hwy 290 Service Road, Suite 150, Austin, Texas, 78735, until 3:00 p.m. Local Time, Thursday, February 14, 2019,and then publicly opened and read for “PLUM CREEK WATER TRANSMISSION LINE AND WASTEWATER INTERCEPTOR” for North Hays County Municipal Utility District No. 2, Hays County, Texas” Scope of Work of the Contract includes the following: Furnish and install water and wastewater infrastructure in Plum Creek. Bids received after the closing time will be returned unopened. A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. Local Time, at the office of LandDev Consulting, LLC, 5508 W Hwy 290 Service Road, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78735. Attendance by each prospective bidder or its representative at the pre-bid conference is MANDATORY, and no Bid will be opened unless the bidder or representative was present at the pre-bid conference. Each Bid must be accompanied by a Bid Bond or a certified or cashier’s check, acceptable to the Owner, in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount Bid, as a guarantee that the successful bidder will enter into the Contract and execute the Payment and Performance Bonds on the forms provided, and provide the required insurance certificates within seven (7) days after the date Contract Documents are received by the Contractor. Copies of the bidding documents are on file at the following locations: Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained from LandDev Consulting, LLC, by emailing a request to Larry. Hanrahan@landdevconsulting.com. Bidders must register on this website in order to view and/or download specifications, plans, soils report, and environmental reports for this Project. There is NO charge to view or download documents. Bidding documents may be examined at the above locations or may be obtained by prospective bidders or suppliers upon payment of One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150.00 non-refundable (plus cost of delivery) for each set of documents at 5508 W Hwy 290 Service Road, Suite 150, Austin, Texas 78735. Checks
should be made payable to LandDev Consulting, LLC. No cash will be accepted. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive all defects and irregularities in bidding or bidding process except time of submitting a Bid. The Successful Bidder, if any, will be the responsible Bidder which in the Board’s judgment will be most advantageous to the District and result in the best and most economical completion of the Project. NORTH HAYS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of J. B. WRIGHT, Deceased, were issued on January 14, 2019, in Docket No. 18-0391-P, pending in the County Court at Law of Hays County, Texas, to: DEENA JOYCE WRIGHT WYATT The residence of the Independent Executor is in San Marcos, Hays County, Texas. Address claims in care of the representative, DEENA JOYCE WRIGHT WYATT, Independent Executor. The post office address to which claims may be presented, is: c/o DEENA JOYCE WRIGHT WYATT, Independent Executor 117 Crest Circle Drive San Marcos, Texas 78666 All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Address claims in care of DEENA JOYCE WRIGHT WYATT, Independent Executor. DATED the 16th day of January, 2019. Respectfully submitted, SCANIO & SCANIO A Professional Corporation BY:/s/ Francesca Scanio Stacey FRANCESCA SCANIO STACEY 144 E. San Antonio Street San Marcos, Texas 78666 Tel: (512) 396-2016 Fax: (512) 353-2984 E-Mail: scanios@scaniolaw. com State Bar No. 24077299 ATTORNEYS FOR INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of ELOISA GUZMAN, Deceased, were issued on January 9, 2019, in Docket No. 18-0392-P, pending in the County Court at Law of Hays County, Texas, to: ABEL GUZMAN The residence of the Independent Executor is in Manchaca, Travis County, Texas. Address claims in care of the representative, ABEL GUZMAN, Independent Executor. The post office address to which claims may be presented, is: c/o ABEL GUZMAN, Independent Executor 12702 Cholla Drive Manchaca, Texas 78652 All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Address claims in care of ABEL GUZMAN, Independent Executor. DATED the 16th day of January, 2019. Respectfully submitted,
SCANIO & SCANIO A Professional Corporation BY: /s/ Francesca Scanio Stacey FRANCESCA SCANIO STACEY 144 E. San Antonio Street San Marcos, Texas 78666 Tel: (512) 396-2016 Fax: (512) 353-2984 E-Mail: HYPERLINK mailto:scanios@scaniolaw. coscanios@scaniolaw.com State Bar No. 24077299 ATTORNEYS FOR INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INTENTION TO GRANT A FRANCHISE TO ACADIAN AMBULANCE SERVICE OF TEXAS, LLC
FRANCHISE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC NOTICE PURSUANT TO THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT; ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND MAKING SUCH OTHER FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED HERETO. THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN PURSUANT TO SEC. 11.02 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF KYLE, TEXAS, WHICH REQUIRES THAT NO FRANCHISE OR PERMIT SHALL BE PASSED EXECPT ON TWO READINGS HELD AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING FOR WHICH TEN (10) DAYS NOTICE IS GIVEN. AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE HEARING, THE CITY COUNCIL MAY CONSIDER AND TAKE POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE THE ORDINANCE GRANTING THE FRANCHISE. JENNIFER VETRANO CITY SECRETARY CITY OF KYLE, TEXAS JANUARY 21st, 2019
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KYLE WILL CONVENE AT 7:00 P.M. ON THE 5TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2019, AT ITS REGULAR MEETING PLACE IN KYLE CITY HALL, 100 WEST CENTER STREET, KYLE, TEXAS AND, DURING SUCH MEETING, THE CITY COUNCIL WILL CONDUCT NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE A HEARING TO RECEIVE PUBL COMMENTS ON AN Sale of Property to satisfy a ORDINANCE GRANTING landlord’s lien. Sale to be held ACADIAN AMBULANCE SER- online at www.storagetreaVICE OF TEXAS, LLC, D/B/A sures.com ACADIAN AMBULANCE Facility located at: SERVICE, A FRANCHISE TO Anytime Storage, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO LLC ALL PROVIDE NON-EMERGENCY 880 Windy Hill Rd INTERESTED PERSONS, THAT: AND ROLLOVER EMERGENKyle, TX 78640 CY AMBULANCE SERVICES Bidding will open January WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES 2019 at 11:00 a.m. and The City of Kyle shall 31, hold a public hearing OF THE CITY OF KYLE, Conclude On Feruary 15, on aPROVIDING request by Properties, TEXAS; AN Ky-Tex 2019 at 11:00 a.m.LP (ZAGREEMENT Cleanup deposit 47.062 is re18-0035) PRESCRIBING to rezone approximately CONDITIONS, TERMS, AND quired. Seller reserves the acres of land from Retail Service District REGULATIONS GOVERNright to withdraw the property ‘RS’ a Planned Development ‘PUD’ ING THE to OPERATION OF Unit at any time before the sale. THE EMERGENCY Unitthe items soldblock as-is toof forNONproperty located within 800 AMBULANCE SERVICES; highest bidder. Rebel Drive, north of Gregg Clark Park, in PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR Property includes the conHays County, WITH Texas. tents of self-storage space of NONCOMPLIANCE
Public Notice Notice of Public Hearing
The Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend,Notice andPublic theNotice City Council may of Public Hearing consider,NOTICE assigning any zoning IS HEREBY GIVEN TO district ALL INTERESTED PERSONS, THAT: which is equivalent or more restrictive. The City of Kyle shall hold a public hearing on a
the following tenant. Jose Alamilla: 2004 Chevy Pickup Anthony Choate: Construction Trailer and surrounding contents.
begin work and the number of days needed to complete the project as part of his bid. This may factor into the award of the project. The Information for Bidders, Bid, Bid Bond, Contract, NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Plans, Specifications, Performance and Payment Bonds Notice of Intent to sell property to satisfy a landlord’s and the Contract Documents may be examined at the lien. Sale to be held at Anyfollowing locations: time Storage, LLC SOUTHWEST ENGINEERS, www.storagetreasures.com INC., 307 ST. LAWRENCE Beginning on January 31, STREET, GONZALES, TEXAS 2019 and ending on Feruary 78629 (830) 672-7546 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Plans and Specifications Amount secured by lien: are available at the office of $529.70, lienholder payment Southwest Engineers, Inc. in requested. three different formats: If amount due not paid in Hard Copy - $80.00 full before 31st day after publication of this notice, property (Non-Refundable) CD in PDF Format - $30.00 may be sold at public auction. (Non-Refundable) Property includes the conDownload - $25.00 tents of self-storage space of (Non-Refundable) the following tenantA bid bond in the amount Anthony Choate: Construcof 5% of the bid issued by an tion trailer and surrounding acceptable surety registered contents VIN: 1E9DS1021VW216284 with the U.S. Treasury shall be submitted with each bid. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS A certified check payable to the County Line Special Utility Separate sealed Bids for District may be submitted in THE COUNTY LINE SPECIAL lieu of the Bid Bond. UTILITY DISTRICT’S REBID The County Line Special I.H. 35 AT PLUM CREEK Ð Utility District reserves the 8” WATER LINE CROSSING, right to reject any or all bids SWE Project No. 0017-062and to waive any informalities 18 will be received by and in the bidding. Public Notice at the office of the General Bids may be held by the Manager, 8870 Camino of Public Notice Hearing County Line Special Utility Real, Uhland, Texas 78640 District for a period to NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO not ALL until Wednesday, February 6, exceed thirty (30) days from INTERESTED THAT: 2019 at 10:00 A.M. andPERSONS, then the date of the bid opening opened in the County Line for the purpose of reviewing SUD’s office. the bids investigating The City of Kyle shall hold a and public hearingthe Project consists of, but is not bidder's qualifications prior to on a request by Michael, Amy Marie and limited to the following: Bore the contract award. across I.H. 35 with approxiAlfonso Rodriguez (Z-18-0032) to rezone January 8, 2019 mately 525 L.F. of 8” water line acres approximately 1.53 ofLine land from County Special Utility and 360 L.F. of 16” casing. District Single Family Residential ‘R-1’ to All iron and steel material Chris Betz, President Commercial ‘CC’ for property will Community need to be domestic. Each Bidder alsoN. in- Burleson Street, in Hays located atshall 1206 PUBLIC NOTICES, 12 clude the time when he could
County, Texas.
Public Notice The Planning and Zoning Commission may PublicCity Hearing recommend,Notice andof the Council may NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO consider, assigning any zoning district ALL INTERESTED PERSONS, THAT: which is equivalent or more restrictive.
north of Gregg Clark Park, in Hays County, Texas.
The City of Kyle shall hold a public hearing on a request by Michael, Amy Marie and Alfonso Rodriguez A publicto hearing will be 1.53 heldacres byof the (Z-18-0032) rezone approximately land from Single Family Residential ‘R-1’ to CommuPlanning and Zoning Commission on nity Commercial ‘CC’ for property located atP.M. 1206 N. Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:30 Burleson Street, in Hays County, Texas.
A public hearing will be held by the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:30 P.M.
A public hearing will be held by the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:30 P.M.
request by Ky-Tex Properties, (Z-18-0035) A public hearing willLP be held to byrezone the approximately 47.062 acres of land from Retail Service Planning Zoning Commission on District ‘RS’ toand a Planned Unit Development ‘PUD’ for Tuesday, February 12,800 2019 atof6:30 P.M. property located within the block Rebel Drive, Thepublic Planninghearing and Zoning Commission A will be heldmay byrecommend, the Kyle and the City Council may consider, assigning any zoning City Council on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 district which is equivalent or more restrictive. at 7:00 P.M.
Kyle City Hall Council Chambers A public hearing will be held by the Kyle City Council 100 W Center St.,19, Kyle, on Tuesday, February 2019Texas at 7:00 P.M. Kyle City Hall Council Chambers
100 W Center St., Kyle, Texas P.E. Agent: Thomas J. Groll, (512) 848-5796 Agent: Thomas J. Groll, P.E. (512) 848-5796
Publication Date: January 23, 2019 Publication Date: January 23, 2019 Z-19-0035 Z-19-0035
The Planning hearing and Zoning Commission A public will be heldmay byrecommend, the Kyle and the City Council may consider, assigning any zoning City Council on Tuesday, February district which is equivalent or more restrictive.19, 2019
at 7:00 P.M.
Hallwill Council Chambers AKyle publicCity hearing be held by the Kyle City Council 100 W Center St., Kyle, on Tuesday, February 19, 2019Texas at 7:00 P.M. Kyle City Hall Council Chambers Agent: Glen 100 W Center St., Coleman, Kyle, Texas
South Llano Strategies Agent: Glen Coleman, (512) 407-9357 South Llano Strategies (512) 407-9357
Publication Date: January 23, 2019 Publication Date: January 23, 2019 Z-18-0032 Z-18-0032
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Lobo Basketball Continued from pg. 4
catalyst for Lehman’s rally. Belief, both in each other and in the program, is what Pinchback said he urged late in the game. The rest will go down in Lobo lore. Amid a frenetic final six minutes that featured two ties and a lead change, Lobo shooters kept their cool and knocked down buckets. Even when the Lobos inadvertently fouled and allowed Del Valle to take a 63-62 lead with less than 20 seconds left, Lehman maintained composure and wasn’t rattled. When it was time for someone to step up and make a play, Pinchback knew his team was going to deliver. So did Cantu, who
did whatever he could to get the ball in the bucket. “It couldn’t have happened to a better guy,” Pinchback said. “I told him we were going to need him tonight. We just didn’t know when.” But more work must be done if the Lobos intend to punch their first playoff ticket in eight seasons. It begins Friday with a mustwin road game against crosstown rival Hays. Building momentum and living in the moment are keys Pinchback said the Lobos must follow. “Lehman needed that (win),” Pinchback said. “We’re a different team and I’m proud of these guys for not giving up.”
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Hays Free Press • January 23, 2019
Public Notices NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY STATE OF TEXAS, COUNTY OF HAYS CAUSE: 18-1053
PHOTO BY MOSES LEOS III
Lobo lifters collect first place finishes at powerlifting meet Lehman Lobo powerlifting flexed their collective muscles Saturday as both the boys and girls teams took first place at the 19th annual Hays Powerlifting Meet. The Lobo girls team, which finished with 55 total points, powered past the competition by winning the meet by a 24-point margin over second place Lockhart. Lehman’s Amberlina Saenz was named best lightweight lifter while Mia Palomarez took best girls heavyweight lifter. On the boys side, Lehman took gold by scoring 44 points, which was eight more than second place Hays. Lobo Ty Roaches finished as the best boys heavyweight athlete,
while Jacob Vasquez was the best lightweight lifter. Lehman and Hays powerlifting will compete at the annual Lehman meet Feb. 9. Top, Saenz
tries to complete a squat of 355-pounds. Bottom, Hays Rebel senior Brandon Garcia strains as he completes a squat of more than 500-pounds.
By virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the clerk of the 428th District Court of HAYS County, Texas, November 14, 2018, in cause numbered 18-1053, styled Waterleaf Falls (Kyle) Homeowners Association, Inc. versus Jason M Purdes, Jessica E. Purdes and Deborah A. Skiles on a judgment rendered against Jason M Purdes, Jessica E. Purdes and Deborah A. Skiles; I did on November 20, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., levy upon as the property of Jason M Purdes, Jessica E. Purdes and Deborah A. Skiles the following described real property: LOT 8 BLOCK W, WATERLEAF SUBDIVISION PHASE A SECTION 2, AN ADDITION IN HAYS COUNTY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN VOLUME 11 PAGE 333-336 HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS ALSO DESCRIBED AS 570 GINA DRIVE, KYLE, TX 78640. On FEBRUARY 5, 2019, being the first Tuesday of the month, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., beginning at 10:00 a.m., at the Hays County, at the South Door, 712 Stagecoach Trail of the Courthouse of the said County, in the City of San Marcos, Texas, I will sell for cash to the highest bidder, all the right, title and interest of Jason M Purdes, Jessica E. Purdes and Deborah A. Skiles in and to the real property described above. Dated at Kyle, Hays County, Texas, November 20, 2018.
Injury of a Child Continued from pg. 1
Police detectives were contacted by Dell Children’s Hospital in Austin to investigate injuries sustained by a ninemonth-old infant. During the medical evaluation, officials discovered the infant
had skull fractures, broken ribs and several lacerations to the liver. Many of the injuries were in different stages of healing, according to the release. The infant is still hospitalized, according to officials.
Police issued an arrest warrant following two months of interviews with the child’s mother, Child Protective Services and doctors at Dell Children’s. According to the release, several attempts at
locating Blythe have been unsuccessful. The U.S. Marshal’s Office is assisting in the search. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Blythe should contact Detective Robert Elrod at (512) 753-2132.
Michael Torres Constable, Pct. 2 Hays County, Texas 5458 FM 2770 Kyle, Texas 78640 by Robert L. Eller, Deputy Notice to Bidders: You are buying whatever interest, if any, the Debtor has in the property. Purchase of the Debtor's interest in the property may not extinguish any liens or security interests held by other persons. There are no warranties, express or implied, regarding the property being sold, including but not limited to warranties of title, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Notice to Judgment Debtor: If there is any property, real or personal, you want to point out for levy in lieu of the above described property, you must contact this office immediately.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Morningstar Storage wishes to avail themselves of the
Texas Provision of chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code by conducting a Public Sale to the highest bidder for cash on their premises. The company reserves the right to reject any bid and withdraw any from the sale at any time. This sale is listed below. Date: 02/11/2019 Time: 10:15 AM Location: Morningstar Storage 1001 W Goforth Road, Buda Tx 78610 Units : Renya Rodriguez unit # 2076 , flat screen, laptop, table and chairs, paint, toys, beds, lamps , furniture, tools, ladder. Kristina Wilson unit # 1011, armoire, luggage, dresser, table and chairs, totes, misc household items, Caretia Lubinski unit # B213, couch, clothes, heater, household goods, dresser, cooker, boxes, totes. Very Full Jason Little- p102 - Boat, motor, trailer.
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