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This issue marks the beginning of Boerne Business Monthly’s 10th Year!! Wow! In that time so much has changed. We’ve seen businesses come and go, new construction around every corner and people flocking to our quaint hill country town in droves! However, even with all the new, Boerne manages to maintain its beauty and charm and is still a place I love to call home! publisher LAUREN TUTTLE STUMBERG art direction DISTINCT MEDIA, LLC for more information 210.219.6735 LAUREN@DISTINCT-GRAPHICS.COM
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When I think back over the past ten years and all of the local stories that we’ve been able to tell in the pages of Boerne Business Monthly it makes me smile. I truly am blessed to be able to have such a fun gig! I can’t wait to see what the next ten years hold because the last ten have felt truly blessed. This issue we feature Randy Allen of Allen & Associates, LLP. Learn more about Randy and his multiple businesses starting on page 16. We also have lots of local news and information, a profile on Shaw Construction Services and be sure to check out the sweet messages of congratulations on our tenth anniversary from our advertisers and friends that are scattered throughout this month’s magazine. Thank you Boerne for your ten years of support and readership! Lauren Stumberg Publisher
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Kudos once again to the Boerne Public Library Foundation for their tireless work to support Boerne’s public library programs. Their recent Summer Soiree fundraiser was another great success. Events like these are so very important and an obvious testament to the value this community places on the wonderful services available to the public at our library. I especially want to thank the sponsors for their very generous support. The city’s Parks and Recreation department, along with several sponsors, once again held a record-setting adult/child fishing tournament Boerne City Lake. We had families from nineteen different Texas towns and cities. Of the 280 people registered, 154 youth hauled in 126 fish. I want all of the volunteers, staff and sponsors, who make this family event so much fun every year, to know how much they are appreciated. The young winners include Timothy Burford, Luke Moreno, James Case, Devon Pantoja, Luke Kleinpeter, Gavin Everett, Rebecca Spade, Serianna Plaza, and Benjamin Rochlitz. For those of you out there who frequent Boerne City Lake, you know how popular it is during the summer and especially holiday weekends. We recently worked with the county to add a cueing driveway on the park property to help prevent traffic backups on Upper Cibolo Creek Road. The new entrance, jointly designed and constructed by city and Kendall county crews, is approximately 150 feet further west along Upper Cibolo Creek Road from the old entrance. I also want to remind folks who do not live in the Boerne city limits that there is an entrance fee to this popular spot and season passes can also be purchased. More details are available at the entrance booth, online and at the Parks and Rec office in Boerne. Anyone with questions can call the office at 830-248-1548. The first draft of the Boerne Parks and Recreation Master plan is ready for public review and comment. It’s on the city’s website, so I encourage anyone that has an interest in Boerne’s growing park system and recreation programs to take a look and provide feedback. This is a community driven plan so we need to hear what people want in terms of park facili-
ties and amenities. Now, just a quick word on the city’s general master planning effort – we have had a lot of great focus group meetings with people sharing their thoughts and ideas about Boerne’s future. There are some additional public forums being planned, so stay tuned for the dates and locations. Let’s talk about Boerne’s new city hall project! Mayor pro tem Nina Woolard invited petition signers from 298 households to a town hall meeting which was held on Monday, June 19. The purpose was to hear concerns directly from those folks who signed the petition as to why they were concerned about financing the project using certificates of obligation. For clarification purposes, certificates of obligation are one of several funding alternatives, including revenue bonds, tax notes and general obligation bonds, that City Council has been considering for financing the project since we were not going to raise property taxes to pay down this debt. Two district 2 residents attended the town hall meeting. City Council is still gathering information to determine the best course of action on financing the project; still with the goal of not raising taxes. Since starting the city hall project two years ago, City Council has been very concerned with costs. One year ago we incurred additional costs, because council found it necessary to push the pause button and get community feedback with public forums and an ad hoc committee review. This move added about $50,000 to the overall project cost. We are now pausing again and incurring additional costs resulting from the delay and costs associated with holding an election in November. We are currently evaluating if a tax note option is more efficient and a cost saving alternative. I will keep you updated as more district town halls are conducted, and we will then choose the financing mechanism that makes the most fiscal sense.
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Members of The GVTC Foundation board of directors commemorate its contribution with Eric Cooper, San Antonio Food Bank president & CEO (right), and Monica Borrego, associate director of community investments (center).
The GVTC Foundation is contributing a total of $100,000 to help the New Braunfels Food Bank get off to a strong start. The Food Bank is targeting summer of 2017 to open its new branch location located at 1625 S. Sequin in New Braunfels. The approximately 30,000 square foot facility will serve as a hub to receive and distribute food to
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The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has announced the recipients of its annual Economic Excellence Recognition program for 2016. The awards were presented at a special awards breakfast held Thursday, June 8, 2017, at the TEDC’s Mid-Year Conference. The Economic Excellence Recognition program provides recognition to economic development organizations that meet a desired threshold of professionalism. Recipients qualify for recognition based on training taken by their governing board as well as the economic development President/CEO and professional staff. Organizational effectiveness, certifications, and professional memberships and activities contribute to the standards for qualification. The Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (BKCEDC) is one of the thirty-three organizations that received the 2016 Economic Excellence Recognition. The BKCEDC is honored to receive this recognition for the first time in our 11 year history. “Because of outstanding leadership, along with the strong volunteer commitment from our Investors, we were able to achieve this recognition,” said Misty Mayo, President/CEO of the BKCEDC. “The BKCEDC exists to strengthen the community’s competitive position, facilitate growth that grows quality jobs and cultivate growth for a dynamic, resilient and livable community,” Mayo continues. “The TEDC’s Economic Excellence Recognition program is one of the ways in which our organization honors the outstanding commitment to excellence of our communities and regions, their leaders, and their economic development professionals have toward the professionalization of their economic development efforts,” noted Carlton Schwab, President/ CEO of the TEDC.” The Texas Economic Development Council, established in 1961, is an Austin-based, statewide, non-profit professional association, dedicated to the development of economic and employment opportunities in Texas. The TEDC provides information, educational and legislative services to nearly 850 members. Our objective is to support the economic growth of Texas and develop strategies that promote a positive business climate in the state. BBM boernebusinessmonthly.com
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JULY 2017 CALENDAR OF EVENTS EVERY SATURDAY THE FARMERS MARKET AT THE CIBOLO 9:00am to 1:00pm | 33 Herff Road – Boerne Shop fresh local produce, farm fresh eggs, breads, jams, jellies, local honey and Texas Hill Country arts & crafts at the historic Herff Farm at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne. Enjoy free live music, gardening classes, cooking demonstrations and children’s craft activities, too. JULY 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY! FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS 8:00pm | City Park 106 City Park Road – Boerne Feast your eyes on this magnificent, patriotic display.
JULY 5 CACTUS PEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL: FREE YOUNG PEOPLES CONCERT 2:00pm | First United Methodist Church 205 James Street – Boerne The Young Peoples Concert is a shortened and educational adaptation of one of the five festival concert programs. Children will have an opportunity to listen to classical music and interact with the artists as well as participate in free cookie decorating provided by Bear Moon Bakery.Young Peoples Concerts are free and open to all who are young or young at heart!
JULY 7 FAMILY NIGHT AT THE POOL 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Park 106 City Park Road – Boerne JULY 8 SECOND SATURDAY ART BEAT 4:00pm to 8:00pm | Various Locations in Boerne Boerne shops and art galleries are teaming up to bring you a heart-racing fine art experience.Take a walk on the art side every second Saturday of the month. MOONDANCE CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ, BLUES & DIAMONDS 7:00pm | Cibolo Nature Center & Farm 140 City Park Road – Boerne Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, drinks & eats (if you like), kids, grandparents, and friendly dogs on leashes for an evening full of live music, dancing, and fun at the CNC. Extremely casual! $10 Non-Members; $8 Members; $5 Seniors 65+ & Students; Under 12 Free.
JULY 8 – 9 BOERNE MARKET DAYS 10:00am to 5:00pm | Main Plaza Main Plaza comes alive with great shopping in an outdoor setting. continued on page 29
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The City of Boerne plans to move forward with the proposed new City Hall. “The City has been working since the 2006 Master Plan was approved to build a new City Hall to meet current and future space needs. Our current facility is at capacity,” said Mayor Mike Schultz. “Our vision of the new City Hall size and design will be more consistent with other three story buildings in Boerne such as the Kendall County Courthouse or the privately owned City Center, formerly Benefit Planners,” he added. To develop the needs assessment for the project, City staff spent eight months working with an architectural design firm and the City Council. The proposed new City Hall will be built on the City Campus and approximately 45,000 square feet. A new City Hall will include the following services: • Boerne Utilities - electric, water, wastewater, natural gas and garbage customer services and billing; • Construction and Permitting - service counters and plan rooms for construction review, permitting, contractor meetings; • Public Works, Economic Development, Planning, Legal and Administration departments; City Council chambers and meeting rooms for city appointed commissions and committees; • Information Technology and Finance At a proposed cost of $20 million, the City says that no tax rate or utility rate increases are proposed to fund the new City Hall, but rather the debt is to be paid back using proceeds from the sale of the existing City Hall campus and facilities, General Fund and annual revenues from Utilities sales. The City Council halted progress on the project due to the submission of a petition protesting the planned financing of the project. However, with the rising costs of construction the City feels the need to proceed and has the option to place the financing of the project on the ballot this upcoming November 7th. According to Mayor Schultz, “Last May the proposed City Hall cost was $17 million, due to the delay of time and the increase in
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constructions cost we are now at a price tag of $20 million. It is important to move forward sooner than later as construction costs are rising at a rate of 1.5 to 2 percent per month.” In an effort to better understand any opposition to the new City Hall, the City held a District 2 Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 19th. Last summer, the Boerne City Council approved the Mayoral appointments to an Ad Hoc Committee to review the project and provide suggestions. Members of the committee were Christina Bergmann – Chairperson, David Spencer – District 1, Barbara Racinowski – District 2, Kerry Phillip – District 3, Ben Adam – District 4 and Cathy Spain – District 5. Their report was presented to City Council at the June 28, 2016 meeting. If City Council opts to move forward with an election, the ballot proposition would authorize the use of Certificates of Obligation to fund the new City Hall project. If the vote fails, the City will not be able to use this financing option for three years. However, financing could still be provided through tax notes or revenue bonds, or a combination thereof. The City of Boerne has received awards for good financial management for 29 years in a row and maintains solid bond ratings from Fitch and Moody’s rating agencies and is at only 18 percent of bonding capacity. The City currently maintains approximately $24 million in debt; however, they have the legal authority to issue up to $134 million in debt. The City Council reviews the City’s financial policies annually or as often as needed. They also receive quarterly updates on the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and make adjustments as necessary in accordance with all legal financing/ budgeting practices. For more information on the Proposed City Hall, visit the City of Boerne’s website at www.boerne-tx.gov/proposedcityhall. BBM
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Just off of Interstate 10 at Highway 46, tucked behind a chain restaurant on Upper Balcones Road, is a stone façade building with a sign for Alamo Title. But don’t be fooled by initial appearances, for they can be deceiving. Behind the double glass doors of this business is much more than a title company. In fact, it is actually a fee office of Allen & Associates L.L.P., a widely diversified law firm that offers over 50 years of collective experience in title examination, real estate, oil, gas and mineral law, and water and environmental law. At the helm is Randy Allen, a straight-shootin’ businessman whose background
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is as diverse as the company he runs and who has grown his practice, founding success upon three principles: expertise, timeliness, and value. “There are three things that matter in business,” says Allen. “People want you to be competent— to know what you are doing. They want things done on time, and they want it done economically. If you do this, you’ll see the return business, the repeat customers.” With a firm that continues to thrive, it does indeed seem that Allen has discovered a recipe for success, one he transfers to his other businesses that fall under the Allen & Associates
umbrella. In addition to the law practice and title company, he also operates and manages Abstract & Title Resources Inc. (ATRI), a land services company, and Outright Bail Bonds, none of which would be possible without his outstanding employees. Growing the company from a modest law firm over two decades ago into what it is now, Allen maintains, is a resulting combination of those three core values and complete dedication to his work. “I didn’t inherit this company. My wife of 27 years, Kelly, and I grew this business and that’s something I’m proud of. In the beginning years it was just the two of us with her as my secretary,” recalls Allen. “Now, we employ 9 attorneys and 18 staff members. It wouldn’t have been possible if I didn’t love my job. Every day that I come to work, I’m happy to be here. ” A competitive spirit may also have something to do with it. As a former polo player and lifelong hunter, Allen displays a drive to be at the top of everything he does. While in college, he was recruited to play polo professionally, leading to a successful 10 year career that allowed him to travel across the United States. An injury would eventually force him off the field, but it would not keep him from another favorite sport—hunting. Walking through his office building, you get a sense of his fondness for the sport by the vast display of animal mounts on exhibit. And these aren’t just any mounts. His extraordinary collection boasts exotic game from all over the world, including a Cape Buffalo, a Moose from the Alaskan Peninsula, and one of his largest trophies—a Botswana South African Elephant. Standing at almost 14 feet, this impressive mount is featured in the firm’s boardroom along with a number of other fascinating conversation pieces. An adjoining room hosts Allen’s personal office where more of his prizes are showcased. In particular is an award-winning mount of the number one typical whitetail deer in the world for which Allen earned accolades, along with a feature article in Safari Club International magazine. “Hunting is my drug of choice,” says Allen. “I grew up hunting with my grandfathers and for me, it’s not about the kill; it’s about the adventure. To hunt a specific animal in often grueling conditions is not easy, but I see it as a personal, and physical, challenge that provides a great sense of accomplishment.” In addition to the numerous mounts displayed around the office are other interesting relics from Allen’s many expeditions. So much, in fact, that you might liken it to a minimuseum of sorts, adding further fascination with the surroundings at the law firm. Still, while it’s clear Allen has attained somewhat of a professional status pursuing his hobby, his expertise remains in land development and oil and gas. He is a third generation Allen family oil and gas professional, introduced to the business by his grandfather and father who worked in real estate and oil and gas, respectively. While attending law school at St. Mary’s University, he also received an M.B.A there from the Bill Greehey School of Business, and he obtained a degree in Real Estate and Urban Land Development continued on page 18
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from Virginia Commonwealth University during his undergraduate studies. Professionally, Allen has exclusively been doing land and property title work now for 21 years continuously. “I like to say we are one-inch wide but a mile deep in what we know, and it’s all in property, title, oil, gas, minerals, rural land, ranches, and commercial and residential real estate. Our extensive experience, and being licensed to practice law in eleven states, provides valuable resources to buyers, sellers, and lenders,” explains Allen.
To that end, his company ATRI also proves to be a significant asset for clients. Specializing in land services, they provide services that include research in rural courthouses for oil and gas companies, assist in land leases for oil companies, and help oil companies toward getting property drilled. Led by a group of seasoned land experts, ATRI has grown to become one of the most adaptable and versatile firms in its industry. While Allen remains committed to developing his business enterprises, as
a longstanding member of the Boerne community he also vigorously supports its improvement in both the public and private sectors. He is a member of the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce as well as the Kendall County Economic Development Corporation. In addition, he and his firm have devoted time and resources to numerous volunteer and charitable organizations, including serving as a board member for the Kendall County Women’s Shelter, the Boerne Public Library, the United States Equine Federation, and the Hill Country Youth Ranch to name just a few. Just off of I-10 at Highway 46, blink and you might miss the turn off for 12 Upper Balcones Road, home of Allen & Associates L.L.P. But one visit inside the office building, or with Mr. Allen himself, will make it hard to forget this dynamic firm and the man behind it, someone who has already made a lasting impression in the Boerne business community and who will undoubtedly continue to leave a positive imprint in the years to come. BBM
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by Dr. Michael A. Garcia, D.C. The comfy nature of indoor gyms can hold us back from truly reaching our potential. Getting into a routine is key for any successful health goal, but the dichotomy of that statement is that over time it can be ineffective at making progress. Getting outside and exercising is a great way to break that routine and smash through personal gains all while having fun. Exercising outdoors burns more calories than indoor workouts do. Most exercises done in gyms are in a coronal plane of motion, basically a forward and backward direction. Think squat, bicep curl, elliptical, treadmill, etc. Exercising outdoors typically involves movement in multiple planes of motion, which is extremely beneficial for the neural-musculoskeletal system. Have you noticed how running outside compared to running on a treadmill seems to go by faster? Outdoor activity comes with plenty of distractions that can help shift your focus away from the exhaustion we experience. It seems as if our brains perceive the time around us just a bit faster when outside. If you’re like me and can’t run longer than two minutes on a treadmill, then try running a few sprints or trails to conquer monotony.
Being outdoors primes our biology for activity. The combination of fresh air, sunlight and open space stimulates our brains to get ready for activity. Use Mother Nature to boost your mood and clear brain fog by getting outside. Being cooped up all day at a desk does very little for a healthy brain. Mental clarity can sharply decline if we don’t get out and do what we are meant to do, which is move. Since the beginning of time, civilizations have worked outside and it’s only the past handful of generations that we have been mostly indoors. Do yourself a favor by going for a walk or run outside and feel your mental clarity improve. Getting creative with your outdoor workouts can be lots of fun. Fun translates to better results, discipline and the release of feel good hormones such as dopamine and endorphins. As a Structural Chiropractor, I am concerned with spinal shifts that can contribute to a myriad symptoms or “Secondary Conditions” such as neck and back pain, headaches, etc. When we remove the obstructions in the neural system, we also find it essential to supplement our care with a strengthening plan, specific to the patient’s condition. Doing so produces optimal results for not only the relief of symptoms, but over all health and well being. BBM Michael A. Garcia, D.C. Boerne Wellness Chiropractic 115 Hwy. 46 W. | Boerne (830)-249-8900 boernewellnesschiropractic.com
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by Lauren Stumberg These days home improvement shows are more popular than ever! We watch on television as these houses get the ultimate makeovers, then we look around our own homes and see all kinds of things that could use an upgrade. Only problem is, DIY isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be! Instead of trying to tackle those home improvement, remodeling or even building projects yourself, why not call someone who has the expertise to get the job done right? Shaw Constructions
Services can help you with everything from small jobs all the way to building your custom dream home. “We help our clients with everything from small projects like sheet rock installation, rot repair and even painting to larger jobs like kitchen and bathroom remodels. In addition to that, we can build your custom home, tackle home additions, garages and barns/shops. Shaw grew up in the construction business, learning his skills from his father. He later went on to work for a remodeling company in the College Station area and for a couple of local Boernebased homebuilders as well. Altogether he has close to 15 years experience in the remodeling industry and about eight years of home building experience. “Starting my own business had been on my mind for a long time and I finally decided it was time to pursue that dream,” said Shaw. “We started our business last May and have been working hard ever since.” When it comes to projects, Shaw welcomes you to come with your own plans or he has resources for architects if needed. According to Shaw, “We pride ourselves on being able to help our clients narrow down their budget and speed up the process. We try to help them get everything selected and ordered before we begin. Scheduling is a big part of what sets us apart. We focus on getting people lined out ahead of time so our projects get done in a timely manner.” Customer service is extremely important to the Shaws. “We focus
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Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center’s 30 Year Anniversary This year Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center is celebrating it’s 30 year anniversary as well as a major expansion to their facilities. Executive Director Diana Anzollitto went of the many services they provide and introduced her staff members. All their services are free and offered to anyone in the Texas Hill Country area including Bandera, Boerne, Bulverde, Comfort, Fredericksburg and Kerrville. You can find the Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center at 439 Fabra Street in Boerne and their phone number is (830) 249-9717. You can also visit their website lifesprecious.org for more information and if you wish to make a donation.
Maker’s Place Grand Opening Maker’s Place’s owner Kristen Lewis offers canvas and board painting workshops, paint-your-own pottery and summer art camps. She invites you to visit them at 233 S. Main Street, Suite A in Boerne for walk-in painting, or join them for one of their creative workshops. When they’re not hosting workshops, they’re planning parties. Contact Kristen and her staff at Maker’s Place about hosting your next girls night out or children’s birthday at (830) 331-8191 and visit their website makersplaceboerne.com for more information.
Creative Parc’s 5 Year Anniversary & New Location Creative Parc Partners and designers Callie Roberson, Ali Palmerson and their very talented staff of designers are celebrating their 5th year in business and their move to their new office space located at 9910 Huebner Road, Suite 222 in San Antonio. They pride themselves on the open and collaborative environment that they have created for their clients and their team - a place where everyone can find inspiration and leave rejuvenated. Their new studio is full of dedicated creatives. They have a lot of fun, but they also put a high value on follow through. They do what they say they’ll do and always deliver their projects on time. Feel free to call the them at Creative Parc at (210) 908-7272 and visit their website creativeparc.com for more information on their business and current clients.
Johns Road Antique Mall’s 8 Year Anniversary Johns Road Antique Mall is celebrating their 8th year in business! Owner James Strain told those in attendance at their ribbon cutting ceremony they opened in May of 2009 and have been open practically every day. They are open seven days a week except for a few holidays throughout the year. They have a large variety of merchandise provided by numerous and reputable antique dealers. You can find Johns Road Antique Mall at 850 Johns Road in Boerne, Texas and you can call them at (830) 249-7464. Be sure to visit their website johnsroadantiquemall.com for a full listing and gallery of photos of their dealers and their merchandise.
The Stuart House Caliste Burt, owner of The Stuart House, has opened a pre-wedding venue for brides, bridesmaids as well as the groom and his groomsmen. The bride and bridesmaids can come out and relax as well as preparing for the wedding. The groom and his groomsmen can do likewise in another room on the property. The Stuart House is located at 50 Old Fredericksburg Road just outside Boerne and Kendall County. Their phone number is (210) 213-8051 and you can visit their website thestuarthouse.net to find out more information.
Gallery 195 of Boerne’s Grand Opening Gallery 195 of Boerne celebrated their grand opening with style. The gallery features eight talented and local artists: Jim Heupel, Mark Holly, Grady Jennings, Linda Manning, Kim Felts, Virginia Floyd, Sharon Whisnand and Bob Lombardi. Jim Heupel and Mark Holly initially the idea of the gallery back in February and the remaining artists were happy to participate join this venture. The artists provide a variety of art mediums for purchase. Gallery 195 of Boerne is located in historic downtown Boerne at 195 South Main Street which is on the corner of Rosewood Avenue and South Main Street. Their phone number is (830) 331-9904 and you can visit their website gallery195.com to view the art and find out more about the participating artists.
Firehouse Fare Firehouse Fare is a locally owned, family business and food truck in Boerne, TX. Full-time Firefighter and Paramedic Collins Martin and his wife Cindy, along with their kids, Payden, Chase, Laura, and Hunter offer a vast array options for your next event. Let them take care of your next special occasion as they offer a variety of food choices for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, corporate lunches, employee appreciation luncheons, or just an intimate dinner party at your home! To find out where their food truck is providing their fare, be sure to check out their website firehousefare.net. For reservations and or more information on Firehouse Fare, call Collins and Cindy at (210) 846-1823. You can also like and follow them on their Facebook page facebook.com/firehousefare.
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Ranch Radio Group’s Expanding and Launching Boerne’s first FM Radio Station Ranch Radio Group’s has just launched its first radio station in Boerne’s, Country’s Hot Mix 96 The Fox! General Manager Mark Grubbs and Susan Grubbs were accompanied and supported by their talented “Ranch Hands” as well as Boerne’s community officials and Chamber Ambassadors. The new station is located at Dog and Pony Grill located at 1481 South Main Street in Boerne. You can listen to Ranch Radio Group’s Country’s Hot Mix 96 The Fox on FM 93.9,FM 96.5 & FM92.3 HD-3 in the Texas Hill Country. Go online to thefox965.com to listen on your computer. You can also download The Fox mobile app for free on your iPhone and Driod and take them where ever you go!
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne JULY 27 GBCC BUSINESS AFTER HOURS NETWORKING MIXER - UNIVERSITY BOWL 5:00pm to 7:00pm | 12332 IH-10 West – San Antonio A THIRST FOR NATURE EVENT: BIRDS OF PREY WITH SWOOPING SANGRIA 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne Learn more while sipping on “Swooping Sangria.” $10 for Adults, $5-Kids Under 6 Free! JULY 28 CHRISTMAS IN JULY AND MOVIE IN THE PARK 6:30pm - Pre-movie activities begin | Main Plaza 100 North Main – Boerne Movies start at dark- The Santa Clause, Rated PG Come out early, pick your spot, get a movie snack or two and hang out and enjoy free entertainment before each movie. BBM
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GVTC Scores Big in Fundraiser for Charity
The GVTC Charitable Golf Classic once again generated record funds to help nonprofits and other causes in the Texas Hill Country and Gonzales areas. The May 9, 2017, event at the JW Marriot San Antonio Hill Country Resort raised $192,00.56, which is a 22 percent net increase over the previous year. More than 240 golfers from around the country participated in the event, with play taking place on both JW Marriott’s TPC golf courses. The GVTC Charitable Golf Classic is the primary fundraiser for The GVTC Foundation, which contributes thousands of dollars annually to local nonprofits that support health & human services, youth programs, volunteer emergency services, education, culture and select public charities. Since 2007, The GVTC Foundation has given more than $2.3 million in donations. In 2016, over $228,000 was donated to 74 organizations. The Foundation also awards the annual Ritchie T. Sorrells Scholarship for Leaders and the Ola Armstrong Scholarship, worth $20,000 each. GVTC employees also volunteer for numerous service projects to help local charities. “GVTC and The GVTC Foundation board of directors’ thank all of our wonderful sponsors for their participation in our 2017 Charitable Golf Classic,” Ritchie Sorrells, GVTC president & CEO, said. “The success of our fundraiser and positive impact it’s had in our community would not be possible without their commitment to our Foundation’s mission.”
Cu Gr sa fa wa Co The GVTC Foundation board of directors and GVTC executive team celebrate the record setting amount raised from the 2017 GVTC Golf Classic.
About GVTC: GVTC is an award-winning fiber optics communications provider delivering high-speed internet, digital cable TV, phone and interactive home security monitoring to residential and business customers in far north San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country and South Central Texas. GVTC offers Internet connection speeds up to 1 Gbps and SpeedSync® symmetrical broadband connections, up to 100 Mbps. GVTC’s wholesale carrier transport network delivers Ethernet data delivery between San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Houston, with access to remote Texas markets. The company organized the GVTC GigaRegion®, a unique private-public partnership, with the cities of Boerne, Bulverde and Gonzales. The GVTC GigaRegion® markets the benefits of a fiber network, along with economic incentives, to compete for jobs and improve quality of life. The company’s philanthropic arm, The GVTC Foundation, is celebrating more than a decade of charitable giving, with more than $2.3 million in contributions throughout GVTC’s service area. BBM
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