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Community discusses Proposition 1 at Mission church
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By Jim Brunson he priest who set up the meeting to talk about the proposition to create a healthcare tax district in Hidalgo County didn’t show up. Catholic Priest Jerry Frank, who has been one of the county’s biggest proponents of the proposed healthcare district, didn’t show up for the meeting he scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 13 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Mission to talk about the proposition. Priest Gregory Kuczmanski of St Paul’s Catholic Church said he got into a heated argument last week with Frank on the telephone. Frank told him he wanted the meeting to be only for parishioners of the church. “And I said, ‘No way,’”
Father Gregory explained to the audience of over 100 people Tuesday night at the St. Paul’s Parish Hall. “I figure for this serious item, anyone who lives in Hidalgo County has the right to attend. To this, Frank responded, “We’re not coming.” Members of the OWLS (Objective Watchers of the Legal System) group said Frank cancelled because he didn’t want anyone who is opposed to Prop. 1 to have an opportunity to speak and share an opposing viewpoint. Frank has scheduled meetings to make his presentation promoting Prop. 1 at 13 Catholic churches all across Hidalgo County. When the OWLS members have shown up at the meetings, he has done everything he could to bar them
Palmview City Council candidates announced
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heated race for three seats on the Palmview City Council pits the only incumbent running for reelection, Arlando Nacianceno (Place 1) and his “Palmview 1” slate members Jose Luis Perez (Place 3) and Juan de la Garza (Place 5) against the “Progress for Palmview” slate consisting of Javier Ramirez (Place 1), Linda Sarabia (Place 3) and Joel Garcia (Place 5). Place 5 Joel Garcia, a two-term
La Joya ISD board member, has decided to give up his seat on the school board to run for city council. At age 51, the owner of Collision Masters has been a resident of Palmview for 26 years. He and his wife, Diana, have two sons, Joel Jr. and Cruz Omar Garcia. Juan de la Garza, is senior pastor at Iglesia del Pueblo in Palmview. A resident of Palmview for 17 years,
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Javier Ramirez seeks Palmview Council Place 1 seat
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avier Ramirez is a high school teacher at Palmview High School. Ramirez began his career in education in 1998 for the La Joya Independent School District. He teaches 9th and 10th grade English Resource, and is also an inclusion teacher. His expertise in the Special Education field entails working with students with learning disabilities, autism and other disabilities that make learning difficult
Javier Ramirez
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Joel Garcia running for Palmview Council Place 5
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fter residing in the city of Palmview for 26 Years, Joel Garcia is no stranger to the community. Garcia made Palmview his home when the city was just a small community filled with palm trees and orchards and the streets were made of caliche. Although he has seen the city evolve, he feels that there is still much more to be done in this city. Garcia is a well-known businessman and community leader. His success was
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Crimestoppers.” “Safety first” is part of their campaign platform “because a safer Palmview is one with motivated and appreciated police and firefighters.” A safer Palmview is also key to attracting new businesses and new growth, they stated. Another plank in their platform is “First Rate Infrastructure.” They cite the need for better streets, lighting, drainage, sewers and
Palmview 1 Slate Juan de la Garza, Arlando Nacianceno and Jose Luis Perez
sanitation. The third major campaign issue for Palmview 1 is “Putting Children’s Needs First.” They state, “We need
MCISD approves $310,000 for tennis courts
By Kathy Olivarez n an attempt to defend the district’s planned expenditure of an estimated $310,000 on tennis court upgrades at Veterans Memorial High School, Mission School Board President Patty O’Cana Olivarez stated the reason the board was able to approve an upgrade of this nature was because of the district’s skill in keeping construction costs down. Olivarez made her comments during the Wednes-
day, Sept. 14 Mission CISD board meeting as the board approved the expenditure. She said the funds for the project would not be taken from areas that would affect students’ academic performance. The board president’s comments followed criticism of the expenditure and similar board spending decisions by Progress Times Publisher Jim Brunson in his newspaper column last Friday. Regarding where the funding for the improve-
ments was to come from, Superintendent Ricardo Lopez said when the last bond election was approved, it included extra money for cost overruns and for construction projects that might arise after the bond funds were allocated to the proposed construction projects. There is currently $1.2 million in that fund. The money for the VMHS tennis court improvements will come from that fund. Lopez clarified the funds in question, “They can only
be used for construction projects. They cannot be used for teachers’ salaries or for textbooks or other teaching materials.” He added that if the there are improvements made to the tennis courts at Mission High School, funding will come from the money left in the contingency funds from projects in the 2008 bond issue that is drawing to a close. MHS tennis court improvements were not on the agenda for Wednesday’s meeting.
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Resident voices drainage ditch concerns
Mission resident, Ned Sheats, is trying to get someone to address the problem of stagnant water in the drainage ditch behind his home. He says the stagnant water is a breeding ground for the potentially disease carrying mosquitoes that have menaced him at his home.
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a state-of-the-art library and education/social center and improvements, additions and expansion of our Boys and Girls Club.”
Citizens awards nominations due
ast call! The deadline to submit nominations for the annual citizens awards for Mr. Mission, First Lady of Mission, Man of the Year and Woman of the Year is 5 p.m., Sept. 20. The annual awards will be presented at the Mission Chamber of Commerce banquet on Thursday, Oct. 13 at Mario’s Conference and Banquet Center. Clubs, organizations and individuals are encouraged
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to submit nominations for the awards, said Jim Brunson, Progress Times publisher. Nominations may be submitted by email, regular mail, fax or in person at the Progress Times office located at 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572. Nomi¬nations may be submitted by email to awards@ progresstimes.net or by fax to 956-585-2304.
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La Joya set to take on P.S.J.A. North
Progress Times publisher Jim Brunson questions the Mission school board’s decision Wednesday to authorize $310,000 for upgrades to the tennis courts at Veterans Memorial High School, including $150,000 to $190,000 for competition level lighting.
Last week, the La Joya Coyotes picked up their first win of the year, achieved their first shutout of the season, and gave Reuben Farias his first victory as head football coach.
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Joel Garcia
Nacianceno, Perez, De la Garza run as Palmview slate
unning as a slate called “Palmview 1,” Arlando Nacianceno (Place 1), Jose Luis Perez (Place 3) and Pastor Juan de la Garza (Place 5) have announced their campaign for Palmview City Council. Their brief announcement states, “You know us…and you know how hard we have worked with you and for you and your family in church, at La Joya ISD, as coaches, volunteer firefighters and
Linda Sarabia
Mission Mayor Norberto “Beto” Salinas
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Linda Sarabia announces for City of Palmview Place 3
inda Sarabia is the eldest daughter of Pedro Ruiz Jr. and Lupita Ruiz. She has two younger brothers Pedro III and Jose Antonio Ruiz. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, Hugo Sarabia Jr. for 21 years. They are the proud parents of three sons, Hugo III, Daniel, and Isaac and their princess, Aaliyah Sarabia. She is a graduate of La Joya High School class of 1995 and South Texas Col-
from speaking, according to OWLS member Fern McClaugherty. Kuczmanski, explaining why he felt anyone who wanted to should be allowed to speak up at the meeting and share their viewpoint and share information about the proposition, said, “Before I vote, I’ve got to have information to make an honest vote.” Mission Mayor Norberto “Beto” Salinas, a vocal opponent of Prop. 1 who has attended some of these church meetings, was asked to share what he knows about the proposed healthcare district. He explained that the county judge and county commissioners who are supporting the healthcare district are saying they need to impose a tax rate of 8 cents per $100
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Planta Nativa celebration honors Toni, and Benito Treviño
Coming Attractions T September 17 • Sign your children up for a painting class, “The Great Sunflower,” with Diane Roman-Goldsberry at 10 a.m. at Frontera Audubon, 1101 S. Texas Blvd. in Weslaco. Designed for ages 6 to 10, cost is $15 per student. They will learn about the sunflower and its connection to the sun through a teaching method designed to help children connect the dots to the natural world through an artistic path. Sign up for painting classes in advance by calling 956-9683275. September 17 • The Narciso Martinez Writers’ Forum will host a special program to promote Hispanic Culture Month at 6 p.m. at the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center, 225. E. Stenger, San Benito. The Writers’ Forum is celebrating 15 years and will be presenting an anthology at 6 p.m. New writers wishing to develop their skills are invited. For more information, call Beto Conde at 956-350-3905. September 18 • Pitbull and the Badman Tour will be at State Farm Arena at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $65 to $175 and are available at ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000. This is a re-scheduled show, from the original July 25 date and all previously purchased tickets will apply. September 20 • Children and parents can join together for “The Nature Moods” family painting class led by Diane Roman-Goldsberry. It takes place at 4 p.m. at Frontera Audubon, 1101 S. Texas Blvd. in Weslaco. Cost is $15 per person. Adults and children will learn a specific way of painting taught in Switzerland to experience a story of the nine basic Nature Mood exercises used for training art students. Sign up for painting classes in advance by calling 956-968-3275 September 22 • The Butterfly Lovers Concerto has been selected as the opening performance of the Valley Symphony Orchestra’s 65th anniversary season. It features the musical masterpieces representing the United States, Russia and China, three great and distinctive cultures. It begins at 8 p.m. in the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Doors open at 7 p.m. For tickets, call the VSO Box Office at 956- 661-1615 or go online at www.valleyorchestra.org. September 23 • The Gladys Porter Zoo’s next Brew at the Zoo runs from 6 to 9 p.m. with craft beers and food tastings from Valley restaurants during the “Feast with the Beasts.” Patrons can take part in games such as Jumbo Jenga and a Beer Pong Tournament. This is an event for ages 21 and over. Tickets for zoo members are $20 pre-sale or $25 at the gate. Non-member tickets are $25 pre-sale and $30 at the gate. Tickets will be available in the front office. For more information, call 956-546-7187. The zoo is located at 500 E. Ringgold in Brownsville. To see the complete Coming Attractions calendar, go to ptrgv.com
ickets are now on sale for the one-of-a-kind celebration at the second annual “Planta Nativa” (Native Plant). It takes place at McAllen’s historic mansion, Quinta Mazatlan, on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Other events are also scheduled throughout the month. Organizers this year have decided to honor Toni and Benito Treviño of Rancho Lomitas for their extensive work in growing and planting natives. Benito is a custom grower of native plants whose customers have included local ranchers and farmers, as well as various cities, states, and federal entities. He collects the majority of the seeds he grows from plants in the Rio Grande Valley. Since 1992, he has grown and sold over 800,000 seedlings, most used for habitat restoration. On two occasions, Benito traveled to Washington, D.C. to speak on the importance of the Wildlife Corridor. The Planta Nativa garden party on Saturday evening begins at 6:30 p.m. The farm-to-table spread is being prepared by the Texas Chefs Association RGV Chapter and will feature produce from local growers. Guests will enjoy live music by Marcel Adjibi & Group and can stroll through the historic adobe mansion and take in the Arte Nativo exhibit with
an opportunity to purchase an art treasure. At 8 p.m., guests will be invited to the North Lawn for a keynote presentation by Austin author Pam Penick on a large LED screen under the stars. The author of “The Water-Saving Garden” and “Lawn Gone!”, she’s also written for Garden Design, Organic Life, Wildflower, and Fine Gardening and appeared on “Central Texas Gardener” and various radio shows. Check out her blog, Digging, for daily gardening inspiration: penick.net Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance at Quinta Mazatlan. Other native plant activities include “Cooking with Native Plants” with the Treviños on Thursday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 at the door. On Thursday, Oct. 20, listen to “Subirdia” presented by national author John Marzluff at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 at the door. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 21 and 22, Quinta Mazatlan will host a native plant sale and garden tours from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the event culminates on Sunday, Oct. 23, with a native plant garden tour of homes from 1 to 4 p.m. A map will be provided. For more information on any of the events or for tickets to the garden party, call 956-681-3370.
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Speer Memorial Library
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oin in the next book discussion at Speer Memorial Library in Mission on Tuesday, Oct. 4 for a review of “The Kite Runner.” It ta¬kes place in the library’s Community Room at 5:30 p.m. in Spanish and at 6:30 p.m. in English. The public is invited to participate. Amir is a boy living in Kabul, Afghanistan, in the 1970s with his father, a wealthy merchant, and their two servants, Hassan and Hassan’s father Ali. Amir and Hassan, despite their class and ethnic differences, are friends who enjoy flying kites, among other childhood pastimes. One day, amid the rising political and ethnic tensions of the times, Amir abandons and betrays his friend. Soon thereafter, Hassan and Ali
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move away from Kabul, but Amir continues to be haunted by guilt from his act of betrayal. As an adult, Amir seeks to find his childhood friend, hoping to redeem himself and to right the wrongs of long ago. Written by Khaled Hosseini, and first published in 2003, it is a touching story of friendship, betrayal, and the hope of redemption, set in a historical context that forever changed the lives of all who were affected by it. Copies of the book available to check out to those who sign up for the book discussion. Stop by the library or call at 580-8754 to secure a copy or for more information. Speer Memorial Library is located at 12th and Kika De La Garza in Mission.
Deadline nears for altar entries
he International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 Nolana Ave. in McAllen, has put out the call for community altar entries for the annual Dia de los Muertos Festival. Entry deadline is Sept. 23. This year’s theme is “Honoring Past Latino Artists.” Artists are invited to create an altar for an artists who has inspired them or had an impact on contemporary art.
Set-up is Oct. 17 and 18, and the altars go on view to the public from Oct. 19 to Nov. 4. The festival will be held Oct. 30. The museum will provde a 2x4-foot table for each altar on a first-come, first serve basis. For rules and other information, contact Jennifer Kanyo at 956-681-2815 or via email at jkanyo@theimasonline.com.
OLLEGE STATION – Diplomas were awarded to approximately 1,850 Texas A&M University graduates during summer commencement ceremonies. Four Mission area students were among those receiving their degrees.
They include Frank D. Brown receiving his degree in Political Science; Laura A. Guerra graduating Cum Laude in Health; Marilyn Martinez, Cum Laude, Recreation, Park & Tourism; and Jannzeth K. Treviño, Cum Laude, Health.
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A&M graduates announced
Toni and Benito Treviño
VOTE AGAINST PROP 1 Beto & Yvonne Salinas
Hidalgo County Property taxpayers and voters:
I would like to thank the citizens of Mission for the support they have shown in re-
As residents of Hidalgo County we pay taxes for City, County, School, South Texas College, and numerous drainage districts. Hidalgo electing me as Mayor. This is a vote of confidence that we are on the right course. County is one of the poorest in the state. We are overloading our property owners with taxes that not everyone can afford. growingindigent and prospering. Through the hard andplace. dedication of the entire The County of Hidalgo should contribute 10% of the countyMission budget is towards care. This is currently notwork taking citythecouncil and city stafftowecreate haveabeen able district. to achieveThis many outstanding Your elected officials have approved to place a proposition on November ballot hospital hospital districtaccomplishwill collect funds from you to pay for indigent care, new medical buildings, trainingofand medical professionals, and funding ments for the benefit thedeveloping city and theofpeople. assistance for a medical school. Growth and prosperity do not happen by accident. It is my pledge that we will conBased on current reports on hospital districts, they are carrying $2 of debt for every $1 they earn. Hospital districts are borrowing montinueastoanplan for the future and build on the foundation we have established to help ey to fund their projects at a rate that would be unthinkable by you individual.
Mission and their citizens continue to grow and prosper. We will do so in a responsible and fiscally manner, keeping a close eye on costs and striving to keep your taxes THE TEXAS BOND REVIEW BOARD REPORTS ASprudent OF 8/31/2015 TEXAS HEALTH/HOSPITAL low. PRINCIPAL OF $2,375,656,324 AND A REVEDISTRICTS HOLD A TAX SUPPORTED DEBT I believe in open government and I will always listen to the concerns of our citizens. NUE DEBT PRINCIPAL OF $1,092,410,264 (www.brb.state.tx.us/pub/lgs/fy2015/15HHDTR.xls) This is the way leaders stay in touch with the people, enabling them to be better leaders. I believe that opportunities can only be realized through proactive government leadAs taxpayers, we need to carefully analyze what we are considering. Our Hidalgo County elected officials have already overstepped ers who become informed, exercise good judgment and are willing to take action for the their boundaries by not bringing to the ballot a $150 Million courthouse. How are we funding this when Hidalgo County is already in debt of the community as a whole. $10 Million annually. With the $200 Million? In 2002 Hidalgo County had a $73 million debtbenefit and it has increased by approximately takehow great prideTaxes in ourwill cityneed and intothe things to thatfund we the haveexisting been able to accomplish approval of a hospital district, the county tax rate will be reduced. IFor long? increase debt service and the new courthouse. Yet, they want to create another taxing Ientity to fund shortfalls our hospitals are facing? together. look forward to serving that the people of Mission for another term. Thank you NO MEANS NO! We need to stand together and vote for against creation of a hospital district in Hidalgo County and demand your the support!
that the approval of the construction of the courthouse be placed on the ballot so the taxpayers can decide.
Sincerely, Best Regards,
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Blood drive seeks everyday heroes
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he owners and staff at Mr. G Propane are inviting members of the community to “find the hero” within. They will host the United Blood Services bloodmobile for a blood drive today from 2 to 5 p.m. and are inviting the public to come out and support the effort. Mr. G is located at 5201 N. La Homa Rd. in Mission. Each donor will receive a free cholesterol check and learn their blood type. Every pint donated helps up to three adults or 12 babies who need blood. All blood type donors are needed. Donors can give blood three times a year. Donors should eat a full meal and drink plenty of water before donating, and are also asked to bring a photo ID and donor card if they have one. To register, make an appointment online at www. bloodhero.com and use code G7295 or contact Zinnia Elizondo at 956-581-1063. Walk-ins are welcomed also.
Raising scholarship funds for 4-H Seniors
The 27th Annual 4-H Country Hoedown will take place on Friday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. at Las Palmas Race Park in Mission. The evening includes a concert featuring Johnny Lee, dinner and beverages. A live auction, raffles and drawings will take place throughout the evening to help raise scholarship funds for 4-H high school seniors. The board members are shown in exhibiting some of the auction items. They are, left to right, Jode Vaughan, Lisa Parker, Nicky Robbins, Chuck Sellman, Melissa Beckwith, Dr. Justin Cerelli, Miriam Ford, Melissa Neuhaus, Rene Vela, Edna Martinez, Rebecca Kotzur and James Cano. Tickets are $75 per person or $1,000 for a table for 10. Businesses and individuals are invited to donate items for the auction or to make direct monetary donations. Contact Mary Kelley at 956-929-4767, via email at 4hfoundation@gmail.com, or go to 4hfoundation.net.
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Celebrating USAF 69th birthday
VFW Post 8788, located at 4321 W. Pecan in McAllen are commemorating the 69th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force with a celebration Saturday, Sept. 17, at the post’s headquarters. Opening ceremonies begin at 6:30 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing from 8 to 11:30 p.m. All veterans and their guests are invited to attend. For more information or to RSVP, contact Post Commander Homer Gallegos at 956-878-6144 or Capt. Rogelio Prado at 956-457-2148. Shown, left to right, are Sgt. Tony Gonzalez; Linda Vonville and Mary Salinas (Post Auxiliary members), and St. Luis Garcia, Sgt. Evaristo Canales, Sgt. Ernesto Gonalzes, SMSgt Mary Lou Prudencio, TSgt Napoleon Prudencio, Capt. Rogelio Prado and Major Homer Gallagos.
Students honor vets with ‘#22pushups’ challenge
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ISSION – There is an unusual sight in the hallway outside the classroom of Deanna Vallejo at Mission High School (MHS) throughout the school day. At the beginning of each of her classes, a large group of her students join her in the
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hallway to complete 22 pushups before they start their lesson for the day. They aren’t in trouble; quite the opposite. They have taken on the “#22pushups” challenge to honor those who serve our country. Every day, for 22 days, they are doing 22
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Pictured are Deanna Vallejo and students from one of her classes as they completed their pushups before starting the day’s lesson in class.
Ochoa, Salinas competing in DWTS fundraiser
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wo Mission citizens have been selected as celebrity dancers for the Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association’s 10th Annual “Dancing with the Stars of Hidalgo County” fundraiser planned for Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Corinthian in Mission. Richard Salinas, local attorney, and Jessica Ochoa, Mission City councilwoman, will be among the eight announced this week by the RGVDA. The evening offers a full gala, along with the friendly competition. In addition, there will also be a cocktail hour, gourmet dining, live/ silent auction and dancing to the music by Joe Rock Entertainment. All funds raised by events such as these are used directly for
the benefit of the residents of Hidalgo County. Joining them in the competition as celebrity dancers are Sally F. Guerra, Coldwell Banker La Mansion; Dr. Audrey Jones, UTRGV PA Program medical director; Moshe Rios, Corazon Home Health; Jasmine Rico, Entravision news anchor and
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September 17 – The Mission Historical Museum hosts Dr. Trinidad Gonzales as he presents “The 1960s – 1970s: Mexicano Political Struggles Beyond a Chicano Movement Paradigm.” At 11 a.m., Dr. Gonzales’ presentation will highlight Chicano Movement organizations such as the Mexican American Youth Organization (M.A.Y.O.) and La Raza Unida. The Mission Historical Museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. For more information, call 956-580-8646. September 17 – The International Museum of Art & Science hosts “Pokémon GO Gym Takeover Day: Recharged!” from 1 to 5 p.m. The event features vendors, hands-on activities, battles and more. Design a Pokéball, explore the science behind the orginal charters, create Pokémon origami, bring cards to battle or join in the scavenger hunt. The event is included in the price of admission. IMAS is located at 1900 Nolan Ave. in McAllen. Call 956-682-0123 for info. September 17 – Meet some of the Gladys Porter Zoo’s birds of prey at the next Saturday Safari from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students will have a zoo tour, arts and crafts, animal encounter and snacks. Cost is $15 per child or adult with a $5 discount for zoo members. Pre-registration is required. Call 956-548- 9453 to register or for more information or e-mail educ@gpz.org. The zoo is located at 500 E. Ringgold in Brownsville. September 18 – Mission Hope Seventh-Day Adventist Church is having a garage sale from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to Dr. Encile Brown, Ph.D., pastor at the church. Mission Hope Seventh-Day Adventist Church is located at 408 E. 6th St. in Mission. September 18 – The Museum of South Texas History hosts software engineer Olmo Maldonado to present “Preserving Your Digital Images on the Cloud” at 2 p.m. in the Courtyard Gallery. Maldonado will provide best practices for maintaining, preserving and organizing digital imagery in a crash course for those new to technology preservation or an avid technology user. All the tools and practices presented will focus on open and free technology and software. The museum is located at 200 N. Closner Blvd., Edinburg. The program is included in the cost of admission. September 19 – Juanita Gibson, a water color artist and hummingbird expert, will be the featured speaker at the Edinburg World Birding Center at 6 p.m. Learn about hummingbirds through an artist’s eye and learn how to help them as they prepare to migrate. Admission is free. Seats are limited; call to reserve a spot. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The EWBC is located at 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. Call 956-381-9922 for information. September 22 – Join Raziel Flores at Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center, 600 Sunset in McAllen, at 6 p.m. for an examination of past and present Valley vegetation. He will talk about what is known about vegetation in the area from historical records and compare it to current trends. Flores studies the population of plants at the community level as a graduate biology student at UTRGV. The program fee is $3 per person; no advance reservation is required. Call 956-681-3370 for more info. For daily events and upcoming weeks, see the full calendar at ptrgv.com.
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opinion We the people... By: Jim Brunson
MCISD still doesn’t get it
Board approves $310,000 for tennis courts
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y column last week about the Mission CISD tennis court lighting expenditure received a lot of attention. I have had many, many people tell me they liked the column and agree with my reasoning. The column, besides running in our 8,500 papers printed each week, also reached 9,937 people on Facebook, creating some much needed conversation in the community about school spending. Due to being short staffed (our editor Lea Juarez is moving to Denver and is no longer working at the Progress Times), I was unable to attend the Mission School Board meeting personally Wednesday night. So, I sent my ace reporter, Kathy Olivarez, to cover the meeting. (See her story on page one of today’s edition.) After talking to Kathy and reading her story, it’s obvious the school board members still don’t get it. School Board President Patty O’caña Olivarez tried to justify the expense, saying they were able to pay for the tennis court upgrades because they have done a good job of keeping construction costs down. What? Did you not read the part in my column last week that stated, “Just because you can ‘find the money in the bud-
get’ it does not justify the expense.’” Patty, you just made my point. Your rationale is flawed. Expenditures should be based on needs, not “Do we have the money to pay for it?” At this week’s board meeting, Superintendent Ricardo Lopez said when the last bond election was approved, it included extra money for cost overruns and for construction projects that might arise after the bond funds were allocated, and the money for the Mission Veterans Memorial High School tennis courts improvements will come from the remaining bond funds. He further stated those funds can only be used for construction projects, not for teachers’ salaries or textbooks. I was not at the meeting and did not speak to the superintendent, so I don’t know if this information was intended to justify the tennis courts expenditure. If so, that further reinforces my point that the district’s reasoning is flawed when making such decisions. The point is this. Do we really need “competition level” lighting for the tennis courts? If so, no one has explained why this is necessary. Of even greater concern to me is the board’s discus-
sion to put in the $150,000 to $190,000 lighting (instead of the original cost of $31,000) not only at Veterans Memorial, but also at Mission High School tennis courts. This, as I stated last week, has been the board’s pattern. Essentially saying, “If your school got it, I want it too!” regardless of whether it is needed. If we have no tennis court facilities in Mission suitable for competition level play, it’s conceivable we could have the need for such a facility. (Although it begs the question: What have we been doing for tennis competition in years past, and why won’t that work now?) If there is a real need, then explain the need to the taxpayers rather than simply saying we have the money to pay for it, so let’s go for the Cadillac lighting. I’m not convinced this is a “need” rather than a “want.” And there is no way you’re going to convince me that the district “needs” to “do the same” for Mission High School. Is it just to keep up with the other campus? Not with my tax dollars! Let’s use those hardearned taxpayer dollars on the actual needs of the district. And, Superintendent Lopez, if we don’t need all the bond money, how about giving it back to the taxpayers? We could use a break!
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Paxton says subpoena of corporation’s records violated First Amendment AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Sept. 9 announced he had filed a friend-of-the-court brief “in defense of the First Amendment.” The brief, he said, explains that Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Tracy Healey “exceeded her constitutional authority by attempting to shut down a viewpoint on an issue of scientific debate — climate change.” Paxton, in the brief, states constitutional objections to the Civil Investigative Demand that Healey issued to ExxonMobil Corporation for its marketing and sale of fossil fuel-derived products and securities. She demanded more than 40 years of internal company documents. Paxton supports ExxonMobil’s effort seeking to block Healy’s demand from being enforced. Paxton was joined by the state attorneys general of Louisiana, South Carolina, Alabama, Michigan, Arizona, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Utah and Nevada in asking a federal court in Fort Worth to grant ExxonMobil’s motion for a preliminary injunction against the subpoena. On the other side, the attorneys general of Maryland, New York, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands joined in an Aug. 8 friend-of-the-court brief in support of Healey’s action. U.S. Rep. Lamar Smith, R-Texas, chair of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, in July subpoenaed Healey to submit documents and information to the committee pursuant to the Civil Investigative Demand. Healey responded,
claiming common law and statutory privileges in her decision not to comply with the committee’s subpoena. Hegar distributes revenue Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Sept. 8 announced he would send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $629.2 million in local sales tax allocations for September. The amount, based on sales made in July by businesses that report tax monthly, is 1.4 percent less than the amount distributed in September 2015. “The cities of Houston, Midland, San Antonio and Frisco saw decreases in sales tax allocation,” Hegar said. “The cities of Dallas and Plano saw noticeable increases in sales tax allocations.” Database ready for use Comptroller Hegar on Sept. 6 announced the debut of a statewide online eminent domain database, a publicly available tool making it possible to identify which governmental and non-governmental entities have reported to the Comptroller’s office their authority to exercise eminent domain. “This is clearly an area in which transparency is absolutely essential,” Hegar said. “Knowing who can use eminent domain is the first step to ensuring that this potentially oppressive power is used wisely.” The database was created to comply with Senate Bill 1812, legislation approved during the 2015 legislative session. The bill requires public and private entities with eminent domain authority to report certain information to the Comptroller’s office. Currently, the database contains 5,042 entities, including cities, counties, school districts, special purpose districts, pipeline and energy companies, water sup-
ply corporations, telecommunications companies and other public and private entities. Zika count reaches 174 Texas has had 174 reported cases of Zika virus disease, the Department of State Health Services reported Sept. 9. Included in the count are 11 pregnant women, two infants infected before birth and one person who had sexual contact with a traveler. Texas’ four most populous counties lead in cases reported, with Harris County at 51 cases; Dallas, 35; Tarrant, 19; and Bexar, 10. There is no vaccine or treatment for the Zika virus, DSHS says, and the best protection to avoid infection is to prevent mosquito breeding and to avoid getting mosquito bites. DSHS is the lead state agency for preparing for, coordinating and responding to public health and medical incidents involving the virus. Grid should meet needs The electrical grid that covers all but 10 percent of Texas should be able to handle the state’s projected power needs for the months of October through February, according to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas. ERCOT, the grid’s operating organization, on Sept. 1 released its Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy, a report that examines variables that affect demand. Weather naturally is a major variable. Warren Lasher, ERCOT director of system planning, said, “We study multiple scenarios, including extreme cases of very cold conditions and outages of significant amounts of generation capacity. Based on the current forecast, we expect to have sufficient generation to carry us through high demand periods during the upcoming seasons.”
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Is Zika coming to Hidalgo County? By Jose De Leon III According to the Center ple around homes but are for Disease Control and Pre- not a serious concern, and vention, there are a total of the other four mosquito spe2,722 reported cases of the cies are carriers of potentialZika virus in the country and ly life-threatening illnesses. 136 cases in Texas alone. The diseases these mosThe Progress Times in- quitoes can spread are: terviewed Hidalgo County Chikungunya, whose sympHealth Director Eddie Ol- toms include fever and seivarez to learn more about vere joint pain that can last the mosquito population in for years; West Nile Fever, Hidalgo County and to as- which can potentially damsess the risk of seeing the age a victim’s central nermosquito-borne Zika virus vous system; and dengue appear in the Valley anytime fever, whose symptoms insoon. clude skin rash, vomiting According to Olivarez, and joint pain. there are a total of 26 types As a result of these disof mosquitos in Hidalgo eases, two elderly men died County. Of those, 22 are in Hidalgo County in 2014 “nuisance” mosquitoes – after being diagnosed with mosquitoes that bother peo- West Nile Fever, Olivarez
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said. Regarding the Zika virus, he said that even though there have been zero localized cases of the disease in Hidalgo County, it is “feasible” that the mosquito-borne illness could arrive in here. “Zika is going to eventually come to South Texas, but I don’t expect it to be in large amounts,” he said. “When it does get here, it won’t be an outbreak, but in small cases that we’ll be able to handle.” Olivarez added that ultimately, the chance of any mosquito-borne illness depends on the mosquito population. This past summer, he said, has seen the mosquito population in control.
“There have been no hurricanes or tropical storms this year,” he said. “It’s been a hot, dry season and the heat has prevented the mosquito population from breaking out.” If residents are concerned about mosquito-borne illnesses, Olivarez said there are ways to prevent mosquitoes from breeding around residents’ homes. “Eighty percent of mosquito prevention can be done if all residents help,” he said. “All they have to do is regularly cut their lawn and drain all standing water outside their home. To reduce the risk of being bit by mosquitoes, people should
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ast week marked a number of firsts for the La Joya Coyotes in 2016. The team picked up their first win of the year, achieved their first shutout of the season, and gave Reuben Farias his first victory as head football coach.
Now, they will look to carry the momentum built off their first win into their last non-district tune up opportunity against the P.S.J.A. North Raiders. In the Coyotes last game against Donna, the Coyote offense came out of the gate feeling like they needed to make a statement after scor-
2016 Football Scoreboard
Last Week’s Game - Week #3
La Joya High – 16, Donna – 0 Sharyland Pioneer – 42, Laredo Cigarroa - 0 Juarez Lincoln – 14, Donna North – 0 La Joya Palmview – 13, Edinburg High - 19 Mission High – 42, Brownsville Hanna - 21 Veterans Memorial - 48, Laredo Martin - 21 Laredo United South - 23, Flour Bluff - 19
This Week’s Game - Week #4
Edcouch Elsa at Juarez Lincoln – Thursday 7:00 p.m. Roma at Veterans Memorial - Friday 7:30 p.m. * Valley View at Sharyland High - Friday 7:30 p.m. * Pharr San Juan Alamo North at La Joya – Friday 7:30 p.m. Mission High at Eagle Pass Winn – Friday 7:30 p.m. Palmview at Brownsville Pace – Friday 7:30 p.m. Sharyland Pioneer (Open) *District Game Win/Loss Records District Season Juarez Lincoln 0–0 2–1 Mission High 0–0 1–2 La Joya 0–0 1–2 Palmview 0–0 0–3 Veterans Memorial 1–0 2–1 Pioneer High 1–0 2–1 Sharyland High 0–0 1–1
ing just seven points in their first two games of the season, losses on the road at Rio Grande City and Roma. The statement was made loud and clear on the Coyotes’ opening drive when Farias elected to keep the offense on the field for a fourthand-goal rushing touchdown by senior playmaker Joseph Moreno from the 1-yard line. They would never look back on their way to a 16-0 victory, shutting down the opposing offense while moving the ball deep into Donna territory all night. Farias spoke on his team’s play after their first win. “We needed to set the tempo, hit them in the mouth, start with a good return and take the opening possession and score. We needed to show that we can be effective and I felt we did that,” Farias said. The Coyote offense showed signs of improvement in their outing against Donna, amassing 217 total yards on the night, a season high. Time is split at the quarterback position between junior Irving Garcia and senior Tito Delgado who form a formidable throwing and running tandem. Junior running back Ray Alaniz does most of his work on the ground and returning kicks while Moreno is dangerous with the ball in space.
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La Joya junior running back Ray Alaniz has his eyes on the endzone as he runs for positive yards during the second quarter of the Coyotes’ 16-0 non-district game win over the Donna Redskins last Thursday night. Progress Times photo by Luciano Guerra
Big 7 teams almost perfect this is a sub .500 record, in the games that really matter, district games, the Big 7 teams are a perfect 2-0. With the Pioneer Diamondbacks having a bye this week and with the Juarez-Lincoln Huskies having played Edcouch Elsa last night, let’s take a look at tonight’s remaining Big 7 matchups. Roma Gladiators at Veterans Memorial Patriots In a game featuring two of last year’s District 315A playoff teams, the Roma Gladiators will be visiting the Veterans Memorial Patriots tonight at 7:30. Roma
will be out for payback as the Patriots manhandled the Gladiators by a score of 34-3 in Week 7 last year. Entering tonight’s games, both teams are 2-1 overall. In district play however the Patriots are 1-0 while the Gladiators are 0-1. That’s because the Patriots are coming off a 48-21 win over Laredo Martin while the Gladiators are coming off a 28-20 loss to Laredo Nixon. Valley View Tigers at Sharyland Rattlers Coming off their bye week, the 1-1 Sharyland Rattlers should be well rested and ready to open their Dis-
trict 31-5A schedule against the Valley View Tigers at Richard Thompson Stadium tonight at 7:30. The 1-2 Tigers’ only win so far this season was a Week 2, 20-14 victory over the Hidalgo Pirates. Their two losses came at the hands of the Donna Redskins (28-7) and the Rio Grande City Rattlers (28-12). Valley View will be looking to even up their district record at 1-1 after coming off a winless 2015 campaign. Mission Eagles at Eagle Pass Winn Mavericks The 1-2 Mission Eagles
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he real test of volleyball season is here. Every game from here on out is crucial as the six squads that compose District 30-6A clash every Tuesday and Saturday, competing for a shot at the state playoffs. In 2015, the four teams from the district who earned a spot in the playoffs were Nikki Rowe, McAllen High, McAllen Memorial and Mission High. Two teams hoping to make noise in District 306A this year are the Palmview Lady Lobos and the Juarez-Lincoln Lady Huskies. The Lady Lobos hosted the Lady Huskies Tuesday night in a back-and-forth District 30-6A volleyball showdown at Palmview High School. Both teams dropped their district opener on Saturday and were looking to pick up their first win in the rivalry match. Head volleyball coach of the Lady Lobos, Cindy Guajardo, explained the mindset she’s trying to instill in her team as they begin district play. “Positivity, communication and belief in themselves. If you believe you can achieve so if we believe in each other, possibilities are endless,” said Guajardo. The Lady Lobos, playing in front of a raucous home crowd on Tuesday, jumped
out ahead leading by as much as 11 and winning the first set by a score of 25-18. The Lady Huskies, led by senior middle blocker Felicitas Saenz, who is a force around the net, and junior setter Noemi Millan, who makes plays for her team all over the floor, responded by winning the next two sets 2520 and 25-20. Down two sets to one with their backs against the wall, the Lady Lobos needed to answer in the fourth set to survive. Senior Giselle Ornelas and sophomore Lori Esqueda provided the spark they were looking for, fighting to win the fourth 25-14 to force the match into a fifth and final set. “Giselle is an amazing player. I’ve been blessed to have a talented player like her. Lori is stepping up in her first year on varsity. All of these girls have an amazing rapport; they work together, their communication and camaraderie, it’s amazing,” Guajardo said. In the do-or-die fifth set, the Lady Lobos displayed their dominant, winning 15-4 to take the match three sets to two, picking up their first win in District 30-6A action. Guajardo talked about her team’s execution in their victory and their goals going forward. “Our girls finally stepped
up. They did what they needed to do, they communicated, they worked as a team and those were the essential key points that we were lacking,” Guajardo said. “Our goals and expectations are to hopefully snag one of those playoff spots so we have to keep fighting and have to keep working.” The next meeting between the two rivals will be on the Lady Huskies’ home court as they welcome the Lady Lobos on Saturday Oct. 8 at 12 p.m. for their chance to even the score. Lady Huskies’ head coach Silvia Rodriguez talked about her team’s play up to this point and continuing to move the program forward. “We’ve played hard even though the score might not reflect it; we just have to play with intensity to be in every game,” said Rodriguez. “It’s my second year so we just want to keep improving and eventually we’ll get there. We’re taking it one game at a time but always playing with intensity.” The Lady Lobos improve to 1-1 in district play while the Lady Huskies fall to 0-2. The Lady Lobos next take the court tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 17 as they visit the Nikki Rowe Lady Warriors at 12 p.m. Next up for the Lady Huskies is a home match against the Mission
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Palmview’s Gisselle Ornelas spikes the ball past Juarez-Lincoln’s senior middle blocker Felicitas Saenz during the first game of the Lady Lobos 3 games to 2 victory over the Lady Huskies Tuesday night. Progress Times photo by Luciano Guerra
Eagles tomorrow/Saturday Sep. 17 at 12 p.m. The two members of the pack will be looking to shake up District 30-6A and earn their shot at postseason glory. from pg 6
Next up for the Coyotes is a true test against one of the Valley’s top teams. Fresh off their first victory of the season, the Coyotes host a tough P.S.J.A. North Raiders squad that hasn’t allowed an opponent to score double digits this season, holding the Mission Eagles to nine points and the Donna Redskins to six points, while putting up 66 points of their own in two games. Farias talked about the challenge lying ahead. “We’re going to be facing another hard-nosed, tough team. Coach Kaufmann is doing a great job with them. We just have to keep building. Each day we tell our
boys we have daily goals, from putting on your chinstrap every down to being successful and keep improving,” Farias said. The Coyotes, led by linebacking trio Rey Hernandez, Anthony Chapa and Jonathan Gomez, forced four turnovers, including three in the second half to complete the shutout of the Donna offense. Through three games, the stingy La Joya defense is allowing just 9.3 points per game. Alaniz, who does his damage with the ball in his hands, explained the feeling of knowing their defense is going to show up and show out every game. “We love our defense.
Anytime we see them out on the field we know they’re bringing it, 100,” said Alaniz. The Raiders offense brings a dominant ground game to the table with not much of a passing attack, their quarterbacks have combined for only 10 attempted passes on the season. Tonight against the Coyotes defense will take on the task of stopping Raiders senior running back Bo Adams who has amassed 410 rushing yards and three touchdowns in just two games. Hernandez talked about the team’s mindset heading into the Friday night lights matchup. “We always respect ev-
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eryone’s game but we’re never afraid of it. We know he’s a good running back and we’ll be looking forward to a great matchup,” Hernandez said. “Our d-line will be doing their job; our linebackers will be flying to the ball, we’re ready to go.” The Coyotes look to hand the Raiders their first loss of the season and pick up backto-back wins of their own before entering District 306A play. The final non-district game between the La Joya Coyotes (1-2) and the P.S.J.A. North Raiders (2-0) is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. at La Joya Stadium. from pg 6
should be flying high after putting together their first win under first-year head coach Koy Detmer last week. That was an impressive 42-21 thrashing of the Brownsville Hanna Eagles at Tom Landry Stadium. Having opened their season with three home games, the Eagles are on the road tonight for the first time all season as they travel to Eagle Pass to play the 2-1 Winn Mavericks. The Mavericks
wins came over Crystal City (45-20) and Laredo LBJ (210). Their loss came at the hands of the Eagle Pass Eagles last week by a score of 21-12. The Mavericks are coming off a 4-7 2015 season in which they went 3-4 against their District 29-5A opponents. That included a season-ending 26-15 loss to the Somerset Bulldogs; Detmer’s former team under his father and former Mission
Eagles’ head coach Sonny Detmer. Palmview Lobos at Brownsville Pace Vikings The bad news is that the Palmview Lobos are 0-3 so far this season. The good news is that they’re all non-district losses which have absolutely no playoff implications. The even better news is that they’re going up against the 0-2 Brownsville Pace Vikings tonight; the same Vikings that have giv-
en up 82 points in just two games. If the Lobos, who have qualified for the playoffs in each of the past two seasons, are going to make it three playoff appearances in a row, they need to start playing like a playoff team and a win against the Vikings tonight will be a step towards that end.
Prep Schedule
District/Non-District Football – Sept. 15/16 Edcouch Elsa at Juarez-Lincoln (TH) Valley View at Sharyland High* Roma at Veterans Memorial* PSJA North at La Joya High Palmview at Brownsville Pace Mission High at Eagle Pass Winn Sharyland Pioneer (Open) *District Game
Saturday District/Non-district Volleyball – Sept. 17 La Joya High at Roma 12 p.m. Palmview at Nikki Rowe* 12 p.m. Mission High at Juarez-Lincoln* 12 p.m. Sharyland High at Laredo Nixon* 1 p.m. Valley View at Sharyland Pioneer* 1 p.m. Rio Grande at Veterans Memorial* 1 p.m. *District Game
Tuesday District Volleyball – Sept. 20 Sharyland Pioneer at Laredo Martin McAllen Memorial at La Joya High Nikki Rowe at Mission High Veterans Memorial at Sharyland High Juarez-Lincoln at McAllen High Palmview (Open)
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approval. He also predicted that they would then try to get voter approval to raise the tax rate cap to 75 cents, as it was proposed two years ago when voters narrowly defeated the hospital district proposition. A tax rate of 75 cents would generate $260 million annually for the healthcare district, Salinas said. “This is what they really want,” he said. “This hospital district is going to be a nightmare for the county.” Homeowners with a home valued at $200,000 would have to pay $1500 more per year. “It’s just going to be too much money. I don’t think people can afford to pay these outrageous taxes.” DHR (Doctors Hospital at Renaissance) and every other hospital in the county is making money, Salinas said. A man in the audience asked the mayor to explain why in 1985 Gov. Mark White said hospital districts along the border would not
Isaac and Aaliyah. She is the owner of Sarabia Financial Services. Jose Luis Perez is a teacher at La Joya ISD, where he has been math department head for 13 years at J.D. Sa-
be a good idea. Salinas said, Gov. White appointed him to a committee to investigate how to deal with the indigent program. “One of the things that became known was that the border counties were not going to be responsible for 100 percent of the indigent program. The federal law says that the counties are responsible for indigent patients…. But the border counties in the state of Texas and Arizona were going to be responsible for (only) 10 percent (of the cost).” We had a cap of 10 percent, but our legislators and State Sen. Juan Hinojosa did away with the cap, Mayor Salinas explained. Now Hidalgo County is responsible for 100 percent of the indigent program. We are trying to defeat the hospital district and stay with the 10 percent cap that the county has had in the past. The county’s budget today is close to $200 million, so with the 10 percent limit
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Javier Ramirez, at age 53, has lived in Palmview for 28 years. He is a teacher at Palmview High School. He and his wife, Terrla, have two children, Javier Andres Ramirez and Gina Rhea
in place, the county would need to appropriate $20 million for indigent care under the former rule. A woman in the audience said, “Mayor, I don’t want to lose the medical school.” To this the mayor responded, “The school is being funded and has a lot of money.” Another woman stated, “UT has the second largest endowment in the nation, so don’t let them fool you.” Bloomberg reported in early 2015 that the University of Texas System endowment fund, which helps fund the school’s operations was valued at more than $25 billion, though since that time it has dropped to around $24 billion, according to the Dallas Morning News. Dr. John Guerra said the other medical schools in the state are all located in large metropolitan areas where there are sufficient people to support it. It’s the job of the University of Texas to fund the medical school, not our
job, Guerra added. OWLS member Fern McClaugherty said people have told her, with tears in their eyes, they are making payments on their taxes and they cannot afford to pay any more. “Tonight is the first time we have been able to tell our side of the story as taxpayers,” McClaugherty said. “We do want to take care of the indigent, but not at the cost of taking the poor people’s homes.” She said 35 percent are making payments on their taxes and over 80 percent of people are on fixed incomes, which means they don’t get any more money to pay increasing taxes. Sharyland Schools just went up four pennies on their tax rate, she said. “Every one of these (taxing) entities every year we have to worry which one is going up. And if they put this on us, this is another tax bill that will start at 8 pennies… and then it will take no time for it to go to the 25 cents…
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and that’s not going to be enough,” she said. “They tried to get it in 2014 – the whole enchilada – 75 cents, and I guarantee you they will go up to that.” A doctor who said he is affiliated with Doctors Hospital at Renaissance told the audience, “The hospitals are going to always want more money…Once you activate one of these hospital districts, they’re there to stay; they don’t go away. They just get a bigger and bigger bureaucracy. “I agree that the tax bill is just going to increase because…it’s just going to be low lying fruit,” he said. The doctor added, this has nothing to do with the medical school. “The medical school is here; it’s funded by the state. “I guarantee you these hospitals are not losing money. They’re getting bigger and they’re making plenty of profit…. It is unfair to tax property owners to take care of the indigent patients.”
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lege class of 1998. Sarabia has been an entrepreneur in her hometown of Palmview since she was 21. Her passion for business began while working at Pe-
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dro and Magdalena Ruiz’, her grandparents, small convenience store in La Joya during her teenage years. The seed was planted. Throughout the years she established several businesses and created many jobs. She is best known for her business, Sarabia Financial Services, which has serviced her community for 18 years. Sarabia is a known advocate for small business owners and is always looking for ways to empower their endeavors. During a very difficult time in her life, she transformed her grief into energy and created something positive in her community. She is the founder and first president of the Palmview Chamber of Commerce and has served since 2012. Her effort in establishing the Palmview Chamber of Commerce is of great significance, being that the city is over 40 years old, and has never had an organization to unite local business owners.
She also serves as a director of the first Municipal Development District Board of the City of Palmview. Through her involvement, she has passionately spearheaded retail recruitment efforts with the intent of boosting the local economy. She also served in various capacities on the South Texas Association of Mortgage Brokers (STAMB) where she served on the board of directors in different positions and was very active in lobbying at our state and national capitols for equal regulation within the mortgage industry. Her vast experience has given her the expertise to donate her time giving seminars at local churches and non-profit radio stations over the years. Like many entrepreneurs, Mrs. Sarabia has encountered challenges along the way. She believes that with the grace and wisdom of God she has been able to weather the storm. Her experiences and struggles created a de-
sire to help small business owners, which later led her to host a radio program titled “Principios de Exito” where she provided advice and other resources to assist her Rio Grande Valley audience. Sarabia wants to continue this tradition and believes that the best legacy one can leave is to improve the quality of life in her community. Her initiative to stimulate Progress in Palmview will be to focus on transparency, promote economic development, improve quality of life services, and expand infrastructure. Mrs. Sarabia’s enthusiasm is derived from her four children. She not only believes they can achieve anything they set their minds to, she wants to show them every single desire God places in their hearts is attainable. Her greatest joy has been watching her children dream, plan, and believe in their own God-given abilities.
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AWARDS Nomination forms may be requested by phone, fax or email. A pdf version of the nomination form, selection criteria, and a list of past recipients are also available online at www.progresstimes.net. In addition to being available online at www.progresstimes.net, the nomination forms and criteria may also be picked up at the Progress Times office. To request forms to be faxed or emailed, call 956-585-4893. Email requests should be sent to awards@progresstimes.net The “official” nomination form is not necessary, but it is important to provide as much information as possible explaining why the nominee should be considered for the award. Man and Woman of Year Selection criteria for Man of the Year and Woman of
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the Year are as follows: To be recognized for supe¬rior service either for a signifi¬cant project or continuing broad service to the commu¬nity in the past two to 10 years. This may be for work with one organization or for work in several different areas or orga¬nizations. The combined dura¬tion of service should span no less than two years. May be for work in civic, church or com¬munity groups, if these labors have had significant impact on the citizens of Mission. Must be a resident of Mis¬sion or work in Mission. Service will be measured in terms of its impact on the entire community as a whole as well as to a particular orga¬nization. Mr. Mission and First Lady
JOEL not overnight though. He attributes his success to hard work, diligence, and much persistence. He was born in McAllen and is the second born of seven siblings. His first encounter with work, was at the early age of 10 when he began working as a migrant worker to help support his family of nine. He later began working in the collision repair industry while still in high school. Garcia had big dreams of becoming a businessman by doing what he loves. After mastering the trade and working as a body technician and manager at a major dealership, he decided to venture on his own. He opened his first business in 1996 with $8000 he had saved in a shoebox. He has come a long way; now as he is the owner of several businesses. During the early 90’s Joel was part of the committee that started the Palmview Boys and Girls Club. He later volunteered as a base-
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ball coach for several teams throughout the years. He is proud of being a founding board member of both the Westside/Tabasco Rotary Club and Palmview Chamber of Commerce. He was also on the first board of the Palmview Economic Development Corporation. He served as a director of the South Texas Towing Association and is also an inductee of the Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame. Garcia is better known for serving on the La Joya Independent School District for two terms since 2004. He is very proud of several projects accomplished during his tenure, such as bringing back the school buses in 2007, expanding to three high schools, and establishing the provision of free school supplies for students. With the knowledge and experience that he has acquired through his civic engagement he feels he can contribute to the Progress
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of the city of Palmview and its citizens. His main focus, when elected, is to implement programs that will attract businesses to our area, which in turn means more job availability. “We want our community to have options other than working at our local school district. That is a real problem in our area. If given the opportunity, this will be a priority to our team” says Garcia. Joel Garcia is happily married to his high school sweetheart, Diana M. Garcia and has two sons, Joel Jr. (Melissa) and Cruz Omar Garcia, and he has four grandchildren, Ayleen, Joel III, Ethan and Elian Omar. As a family, the Garcias enjoy spending time at their ranch and attending mass together at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Mission where they are active members.
of the indi¬vidual. Qualifications may include positions and offices held, number of years of serv¬ice and a description of the serv¬ice the individual has given. Also, list any honors the individual
has received, whether civic, church, or pro¬fessional. Include a description of what is particularly out¬standing about this indi¬vidual. Include the name and telephone number of the per¬son submitting the nomination. Any person who works or re-
sides in Mission can submit a nomination. Tickets for the chamber banquet may be purchased at the Mission Chamber of Commerce, located at 202 W. Tom Landry, phone 956585-2727.
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From left to right are: David Deanda, Man of the Year; Cathy Garcia, Woman of the Year; Amancio Chapa, Mr. Mission; and Gen Long, First Lady of Mission. Progress Times Photo
MCISD “The fact there might be extra money from either of the bond issues was the result of the district managing its money wisely and stretching their dollars as far as they will go,” said the superintendent. The board approved the proposed upgrading of the tennis courts at Veterans Memorial High School at an estimated cost of $310,000. This cost includes competition level lighting, which will cost between $150,000 to $190,000; canopy construction, at $60,000; and $82,500 in soft costs. In other action, the board approved the tax rate for the coming fiscal year at $1.3582 per $100 valuation. This includes $1.1700 for maintenance and operations and $.0182 or debt service. This represents a 4.17 percent increase in the budget in spite of the fact the actual rate is about one cent less than last year, said Lopez. Superior Alarms was awarded the contract for the fire/security alarm improve-
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ments for Mission Junior High School in the amount of $260,000 for the base bid plus $156,000 for Alternate One, which calls for a new phone system to replace current intercom button system. The district will receive a credit on the Mission High School roofing project of $46,577. The contractor said the old roof could be repaired and covered with a new product instead of completely replacing the existing roof, saving the district money. Approval was granted for relocation of utility lines at the grease trap at MHS at a cost of $3184. Approval was also granted to do repairs to structural conditions found in Buildings “M” and “N” at MHS. The estimated cost is $5510. The board approved the final design of the Northside Swimming Pool.. The total estimated cost is $1,288,932. The cost is to be shared with the City of Mission, with $883,932 to be paid by MCISD and $405,000 to be
paid by the city. Alvarado Architects received the Tom Landry Stadium Renovation Project with a fee of 6.5 percent of the total cost of the project. The estimated cost of the project is $265,000. The board approved the procurement method of selection of the Mission Junior High Science Building Chiller Project. The estimated cost is $265,000. Following executive session, Michael R. Ortiz was named as assistant principal for Salinas Elementary, and Veronica Buentello was named assistant principal for Waitz Elementary. Juan Cantu was named coordinator of Safety and Security. Miriam Morales was named as Assistant Director of the Child Nutrition Program. The position of Public Relations specialist was approved. The next committee meeting will be held Oct. 5, and the next board meeting was set for Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.
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Resident voices drainage ditch concerns By Jose De Leon III
Jim Jarrett Retires from Sharyland In the news this week in 1986 the Progress Times announced the retirement of Jim Jarrett after serving 35 years as head of the Sharyland High School vocational agriculture department. The news article states: Rebuilding the football stadium bleachers seemed a fitting way for Jim Jarrett to end his 35 years as head of the Sharyland High School vocational agriculture department. On September 6, as he put the finishing touches on the repairs, Jarrett also brought to a close his many years of teaching practical work skills to students while contributing to school facilities. “You can look around here and see our work in virtually every sidewalk,” Jarrett reflected. We dug holes for septic tanks, built picnic tables, remodeled classrooms, put up fences, did ditch work, and even constructed the light towers for the football stadium.“ Jarrett’s retirement truly marked the end of an era at Sharyland. In many ways the school district’s success over the past three-and-a-half decades has been due to the untiring efforts of Jarrett. Jarrett feels that the time and effort he has devoted to his work have been worthwhile. He said, “I always thank the Lord for the circumstances that brought us to Sharyland. I don’t think there could be a better place for us.” “We used classrooms only when we held a formal class,” Jarrett remembers. “Our shop area was under the trees. The tools we used were my personal tools. And we had no textbooks of any kind.” Jerry Saenz Honored For 9 Years On Mission CISD School Board
Retired school board member Jerry Saenz was described as “a conscientious, hard-working and dedicated trustee who always had the best interest of students at heart” during a banquet honoring him Monday night (Sept. 15, 1986) at Mims Elementary Cafeteria. Saenz retired last April after nine years on the Mission School Board that saw the district go through a $20 million building program and implement many new and innovative programs. Trustee Richard Walsh, who has been on the school board since 1979, said Saenz had been “a major force in guiding the Mission school district to its place among the best in the state.” President Rosalinda Gonzalez, who read a poem written especially for Saenz by Nurse Ollie O’Grady, now deceased, said Saenz had “been a major influence on me and we will miss him at our meetings.” A State Farm Insurance agent in Mission for the past 13 years, Saenz had been the watchdog on the school board concerning insurance coverage and Gonzalez said he “has done his job well.” Trustee Joe Roseland presented him with his nameplate, board folder, and assorted memorabilia, while Trustee Ciro Ochoa Jr. gave him a board plaque and gavel he used as president. Trustee Art Gonzalez Jr. presented Saenz with a framed, 11X14 picture of the first board he served on in 1977, and the last in 1986, while Trustee Pete Ayala Jr. gave him a maroon and white school blanket engraved with his name. Trustee Fred Garza Jr. presented him with a miniature student desk, with a plaque commemorating the honor.
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efore stepping outside his home, Ned Sheats always “slathers” himself in insect repellant to ward off mosquitoes. No matter the time of day, the Mission resident says he applies the repellant in case the buzzing menace shows up. “I don’t like having to cover myself in DEET every time I have to go outside, I try to stay indoors as much as possible because of it,” he said. “I’m very reactive toward mosquitoes.” Sheats, who lives on the 2000 block of East 29th Street, near Glasscock, says he has good reason to protect himself from mosquitoes on his own property. Within 100 feet of his backyard lies a drainage ditch that stretches from North Francisco Avenue to Bentsen Road. However, according to the Ohio native, the drainage ditch isn’t doing its job. For the last three years, the drainage ditch has had standing water that never dries up. He said this never happened before the county widened the Mission Lateral ditch in 2013. Sheats believes that in the process of widening the lateral, the county made changes to the system that now prevent a miles-long stretch of the ditch behind his home from completely draining. “The water (previously) would always dry up to a trickle,” he said. “After straightening and moving the ditch. It doesn’t do that now. I’ve lived here 14 years so I know it’s different. Somehow, a stagnant pond that goes up and down this stretch of ditches has been created. If the ditch isn’t draining water properly, then something is wrong.” Sheats worries that the stagnant water is resulting in more mosquitoes coming out of this “pond” — a hazard that could affect not just him, but
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Mission resident Ned Sheats looking at the stagnant water in a drainage ditch behind his home, is concerned this may be a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
any resident living along the ditches. He admits he might sound like an alarmist when he voices these concerns, but said he does it because he doesn’t see anyone else paying attention to the problem. “I don’t like having to slather myself in DEET whenever I step outside,” he said. “But with all the news going on about the spread of Zika and with a few mosquito-borne illnesses we’ve had in the past, it’s clear that we’re now living in an age where we can get unpleasant or even life-threatening viruses from a single mosquito bite.” Zika virus infections, which are spread through mosquito bites, have in recent months swept through South and Central America and the Caribbean, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms from the virus are typically mild and often go undetected, but infection can cause severe birth defects early in pregnancy and subtler ones later. It can also cause a progressive, usually temporary, paralysis called Guillain-Barré syndrome. There have been about 9,000 cases of Zika infection in U.S. territories (mostly in Puerto Rico) and more than three dozen locally-acquired cases in Florida.
To alert neighbors of this issue, Sheats mailed a total of 80 letters to neighbors down 29th Street to Taylor Road explaining the drainage situation. A postcard was included with the letter instructing neighbors to sign and mail it to County Precinct 3 Commissioner Joe Flores. “Instead of having two ditches with a maximum of a trickle of running water we have now what is in effect a 6.6-acre pond of stagnant water,” a portion of the letter reads. “The result of this error in judgment, if your area is like mine, is that we can’t go outside for a minute without getting bit.” A resident who did not want to be identified admitted he has noticed more mosquitoes in the area, a problem that led to him purchasing an electric fly swatter to fight the mosquitoes. Another neighbor said even though she hasn’t noticed many mosquitoes, her concern lies with the ditch retaining too much water. “Whenever it rains more than five inches, water actually seeps from the ditch and reaches the edge of my garage,” she said. “I never noticed this problem until around a year ago and I worry that if it ever rains more than seven inches, the water might seep into the garage.”
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County Response According to Sheats, he’s contacted everyone from Hidalgo County Drainage District 1 General Manager Raul Sesin to the county health department regarding this issue to no avail. “I’ve never had anyone even challenging me or saying ‘Standing water has always been there,’” he said. “I just want a dry ditch with no mosquitoes and for the county to realize that this is a problem where the bottom of the ditch is now full all the time with mosquitoes breeding. Why does the county always tell us to clear all standing water in our home, but they seem to not be doing anything with water in ditches?” A spokesperson for Commissioner Joe Flores declined to comment on this story. When reached for comment, Sesin said he understands any concerns residents have regarding drainage ditches, but that ditches do regularly hold water. “It’s not uncommon to have water in the system; not all of them will dry up,” he said. “We have routine maintenance checkups and nothing wrong has turned up. If there is water backed up, more than likely it is because there’s dumped trash somewhere in there that blocks the flow of the water.” If there were any threats from mosquitoes, Eduardo “Eddie” Olivarez, chief administrative officer for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department, says there are plans in place to combat mosquitoes. “Even though there has been zero cases of localized Zika outbreak cases in Texas, mosquito illnesses in the Valley are feasible,” he said. “There are multiple agencies in the county who go into areas where there are larvae sightings and use larvicide to destroy the mosquitoes before they can pose a threat.” (For more on mosquitoes, see related story: Is Zika coming to Hidalgo County?) Even with reassurance from the county and the lack of any threats from the standing water, Sheats said he’ll continue applying DEET to his body whenever he steps outside for the foreseeable future. “I’m 72 years old. I don’t want to slather myself whenever I have to mow my own lawn,” he said. “Is this going to ruin my life? No, but we shouldn’t have to have standing water to be worried about. If the county keeps telling us to get rid of standing water, why can’t the county get rid of it in their own property? If it’s not good in our home, it’s not good for the ditches.”
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Mary Frances Bryson MISSION – Mary Frances Bryson passed away on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016. Mrs. Bryson was born and raised in Shawnee, Okla. and moved with her husband and children to the Rio Grande Valley in 1974. She worked for and retired from Fresenius Medical Care. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Bryson, and son, Stanley Bryson. Survivors include her children, Glenda Bryson and Anne Bryson of McAllen and Phil Bryson of Cuyahogo Falls, Ohio; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Methodist Specialty and Transplant Surgery Hospital, 8026 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229. Rodolfo Cantu On Wednesday, September 14, 2016, our Heavenly Father called his son Rodolfo “Roy” Cantu home. Roy was born in Los Fresnos, Texas on March 9, 1945. He was preceded in death by his parents Pedro and Theresa Cantu and was survived by his loving wife, Lucila Silva Cantu; his sons, Robert, Richard (Liz) and Rudy (Jennifer); his grandchildren Robert Jr.,
Outstanding Senior Award. He was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force from 1965 to 1969, where he received an Honorable Discharge with a rank of Staff Sargeant. He attended Texas Southmost College in Brownsville and after serving his country he attended Miami-Dade Junior College, Texas A & I University, and Pan American University. Roy started his banking career in Alice, Texas, at the Bank of South Texas. A few years later he was chosen to serve as President and CEO of First National Bank in Rio Grande City for over 18 years. Thereafter, he joined International Bank of Commerce (IBC Bank) as Senior Vice-President of International Lending. He completed his career in banking at Lone Star National Bank where he served as an Executive Vice President. After his long career in the banking industry, Roy worked for the City of McAllen as the Director of the EB5 Program for the McAllen Economic Development Corporation and over the last few years, he worked for Best Health Home Care Company Incorporated. Roy was a pillar of the community and was actively and passionately involved in the cities where he lived and as well as numerous organizations that contribute to these communities throughout his career, including the
Kristina, Katherine, Severiano, Emma, Logan, Eloisa, Fernando, Madilyn, Ashlyn; his great grandson Trey; and four brothers Hector, Arturo, Oscar and Joel Cantu. Roy graduated from Los Fresnos High School, in 1964, with a Distinguished
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Columbus, Order of the Alhambra and Club de Amistad. Roy loved to travel, play golf and spend time with his family and friends. But above all his work, community involvement and hobbies, Roy was a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather. His quiet strength and selfless love will live on through those he leaves behind. Pallbearers are Robert Cantu Jr., Hector Cantu Jr., David Cantu, Oscar Cantu Jr., John Anthony Silva, and Eloy Silva Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Cortez, Richard Gutierrez, Roy Garcia, Dr. Pablo Tagle, David Guerra, Humberto Garcia, Jesus “Chuy” Ramirez, Rene Avila, Lucia Perez and Elsa Lopez. Visitation was held from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. rosary on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at Rivera Funeral Home in Mission. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 16, 2016, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Mission. Interment will follow at Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission. Our family would like to thank Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, Texas Oncology, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Juan Salazar, Dr. Norman Ramirez and Dr. Alvaro Restrepo for their unparalleled care and treatment. Arrangements are under the direction of Ric Brown Family Funeral Home of Mission.
Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, at Lifecare Hospital in McAllen. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Casilda Cordova; children, Carlos Cordova, Oscar Cordova Jr., Jaime Cordova, David Daniel Cordova, Deborah Lee Cordova, Jerry Lee Cordova, Celenea Mae Cordova, Joseph Daniel Cordova; sisters, Aurelia Mercado, Emma Barrera, Carmen Perez, Ninfa Cantu and Anna Martinez; and eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Primitivo and Lorenza Cordova, and sisters, Elena Lopez and Angelina Gomez. A funeral mass was held on Sept. 12 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Mission. Burial followed at Valley Memorial Gardens in McAllen. Daniel Vargas MISSION – Daniel Vargas, 28, passed away on Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, in Mission. Mr. Vargas was born on July 31, 1988, in McAllen to Jose C. Vargas and Norma L. Torres. Survivors include his sons, Juan Daniel Vargas and Avery Cruz Vargas; parents, Jose C. Vargas and Norma L. Vargas; and siblings, Lisa Hernandez, Jose C. Vargas Jr., Luis Alberto Vargas and Rosalinda Vargas. A funeral mass was held on Sept. 14 at San Martin de Porres Catholic Church in Alton. Burial followed at Lord and I Cemetery in Palmview. Francisca Ybarra MISSION – Francisca Ybarra, 88, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, at Comfort House in McAllen. Survivors include her
brother, Amador Ybarra. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Sabas Ybarra, and brothers, Eustorgio Ibarra, Heliodoro Ibarra and Rogelio Ybarra. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m. at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Mission. Burial follows at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Mission.
ALTON – Angelica Muñoz Ramirez, 87, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at her home. Juan Manuel Rodriguez MISSION – Juan Manuel Rodriguez, 71, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016, at his home. Marina Rodriguez MISSION – Marina Rodriguez, 80, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at her home in Mission. Javier Salazar PALMVIEW - Javier Salazar, 65, passed away on Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 at his home in Palmview. Mr. Salazar was born to Daniel B. Salazar and Evangelina Saldaña on Aug. 8, 1951, in Rio Bravo, Tamps., Mexico. Survivors include his wife, Maria Hortencia Salazar; children Javier Leeroy Salazar and Raziel Salazar; and two grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, Sept. 16, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Mission. Burial follows at Lord & I Cemetery in Palmview. Orfelinda Salinas ALTON – Orfelinda Salinas, 46, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, at her residence in Alton. Ignacio Treviño ALTON – Ignacio Trevino, 86, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016, at his home in Alton. A funeral service was held on Sept. 9 at Tree of Life Christian Church in McAllen. Burial followed at Valley Memorial Gardens in Mission.
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Juana Alvarado MISSION – Juana Alvarado, 88, of Mission, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016, at her daughter’s home in Houston. Ismael Hernandez MISSION – Ismael Hernandez, 67, passed away on Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, at McAllen Medical Center. Socorro Hernandez PALMVIEW – Socorro Hernandez, 66, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at her home in Palmview. Jose Medina MISSION – Jose Medina, 93, passed away on Monday, Sept. 12, 2016, at McAllen Medical Center. Rosendo Ortega MISSION – Rosendo Ortega, 69, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, at his home in Mission. Simona Palomo MISSION – Simona Palomo, 100, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Angelica Muñoz Ramirez
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pushups. The effort is part of a national movement to bring awareness to the issue of veterans committing suicide. Nationally, 22 veterans take their own lives each day in this country due to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or other issues that they face as they return to civilian life. The students are a part of Vallejo’s Texas Association of Future Educators/ Education and Training courses and they include students from
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both MHS and Veterans Memorial High School. Vallejo says well over half her students are participating. The TAFE students are also helping spread the word about the challenge to other students and student organizations in an effort to spread awareness and encourage participation. “I wanted to be a part of chain-reaction supporting veterans,” said Alysha Sandoval, student. “It is important to let
them know that we do care.” Other students echoed Sandoval, indicating this is a way for them to show support, give back, and raise awareness of the issues behind the #22pushups challenge. Their challenge started on Sept. 6. In the hallway is a large banner with a star for each student participant. Each day they complete the challenge, they mark it on their star to keep track, and as visible way to raise awareness.
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for students. Javier graduated from UT Pan American with a bachelor’s in education with a major in Kinesiology, and a minor in Special Education. He was chairperson for the Special Education Department at Juarez Lincoln High School from 2003 to 2007. He was a little league coach at the Palmview Boys and Girls Club from the late 90’s to 2001. Javier owned and operated his own business for about 9
years in Mission. He was also a member of the La Joya ISD Crime-stoppers for two years in 2003 and 2004. Javier’s most notable achievements include helping his two children through college. His son, Javier Andres Ramirez, has a bachelor’s in Exercise Science and is currently working on a Masters in Business Administration. His daughter, Gina Rhea Ramirez, has a Masters in Rehabilitation. Both he and his wife, Terrla Ramirez,
also an educator, have instilled in their children the importance of God, family and education. Javier’s desire to be involved in politics comes at a time when he has both the time and energy to serve his community. His career as an educator and business owner has been a very rewarding experience, and he would like to give something back to the community that has made him successful. Ramirez wants to make Palmview more inclusive;
a place where all citizens are given an opportunity to partake in their city government. He wants to promote entrepreneurship while taking care of the needs of existing businesses. Ramirez’s dream is to see every business thrive and convert Palmview into a vibrant community that every citizen can be proud of. It is his plan to work cohesively with schools in Palmview to address the needs and issues that affect their daily life.
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O L L E G E STATION – Laura A. Guerra, from Mission and senior at Texas A&M University, has named been named to the Dean’s Honor Roll during the past semester. She had to complete at least 12 semester hours during the summer semester and maintain a 3.75 or higher grade point.
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CALLEN – Student Financial Services at South Texas College is passing on significant changes that have been made to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. Starting with the 2017-18 application cycle, two major changes will take effect that will streamline the application process. Students will be able to file a 2017–18 FAFSA as early as Oct. 1. The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling students to complete and submit a FAFSA as
early as Oct. 1 every year, rather than Jan. 1 in previous years. Students will now use earlier income information. Beginning with the 2017–18 FAFSA, students will be required to report income information from an earlier tax year. For example, on the 2017–18 FAFSA, students and parents, as appropriate will report their 2015 income information, instead of 2016 income information. “Take advantage of the early FAFSA and avoid the long lines.” said Juan Miguel Galvan, STC Director of Student Financial Services. “Students can come
to any campus to fill out their FAFSA application. There are computer labs available to assist them
with the process. For more information, visit studentservices.southtexascollege.edu/finaid.
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member of the RGVDA. She was the first place winner at last year’s gala. Salinas has been practicing law in Mission for 16 years and graduate from The University of Texas-Pan American. He obtained his law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston. He won first place in 2012. For information, to become a sponsor, to donate an auction item, or to purchase tickets, call 956-7821900.
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ORDINANCE 2016-13-0913 AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF A CERTAIN PORTION OF ROADWAY FROM W. BELLE VISTA AVENUE TO W. BELLA VISTA AVENUE AND W. BELLA VISTA LANE TO W. BELLA VISTA AVENUE; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE DOCUMENTS TO ACCOMPLISH THE STREET NAME CHANGE; CONTAINING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE; AND ORDAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT MATTER HEREOF. READ, APPROVED, AND PASSED on this the 13th day of September, 2016. Salvador Vela, Mayor ATTEST: Baudelia Rojas TRMC|CPM, City Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 4394 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE BASE SALARIES FOR CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES OF THE MISSION FIRE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PAY FOR MEMBERS OF THE MISSION FIRE DEPARTMENT SUCH INCENTIVE PAY BEING LONGEVITY PAY, SENIORITY PAY, CERTIFICATION PAY, EDUCATIONAL PAY, AND ASSIGNMENT PAY; ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF PAY FOR SUCH INCENTIVE PAYS, ESTABLISHING THE CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCH PAY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ORDAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MATTER THEREFORE PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 4389
ORDINANCE NO. 4390
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MISSION, TEXAS MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF MISSION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2016 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2017; APPROPRIATING MONEY TO A DEBT SERVICE FUND TO PAY INTEREST AND PRINCIPAL DUE ON THE CITY’S INDEBTEDNESS; AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET OF THE CITY OF MISSION FOR THE 2016 – 2017 FISCAL YEAR
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MISSION, TEXAS LEVYING AN AD VALOREM TAXES FOR USE AND SUPPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY OF MISSION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017; PROVIDING FOR APPORTIONING EACH LEVY FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES; PROVIDING WHEN TAXES SHALL BECOME DUE AND WHEN SAME SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID; AND PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTIONS FOR THE ELDERLY AND FOR THE DISABLED PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016. Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016. Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
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ORDINANCE NO. 4392
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MISSION, TEXAS ADOPTING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE MISSION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2016 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016. Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MISSION, TEXAS ADOPTING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE MISSION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2016 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Mission City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on September 26, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1201 East 8th Street, Mission, Texas in order to consider the following: Rezoning: The North 219.64’ of the West 577.57’ of the East 609.7’ of Lot 29, Bell Woods Co.’s Subdivision “C”, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to C-3 (General Business); Rezoning: Lots 1-5, & 7-20, Sno-Bird Estates Subdivision, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to R-1 (Single Family Residential); Rezoning: 1.56 acres out of Lot 161, John H. Shary Subdivision & a part of portion of Lot 1, Praxedis Garza Subdivision, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to R-1T (Townhouse Residential); Rezoning: 7.30 acre portion of Lot 1, Praxedis Garza Subdivision of Porcion 58, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to R-1T (Townhouse Residential); Rezoning: A 1.59 acre tract of land out of Lot 205, John H. Shary Subdivision, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to C-3 (General Business); Rezoning: 8.898 acre tract of land out of Porcion No. 2, San Jose Subdivision; from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to R-1A (Large Lot Single Family); and Rezoning: Lot 4, Block 90, Mission Original Townsite Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-2 (Neighborhood Commercial) If a zoning is amended during the public hearing, it shall be pursuant to the City of Mission’s Amendatory Zone Policy Statement. Anyone interested is invited to attend. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
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The Mission Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on September 28, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1201 East 8th Street, Mission, Texas in order to consider the following: Rezoning: A 1.0 acre tract of land out of the South 10.0 acres of the North 20.0 acres of Lot 172, John H. Shary Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-3 (General Business); Rezoning: 1.25 acres out of the Southeast part of the North 10 acres of the South 16.97 acres of Lot 172, John H. Shary Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-3 (General Business); Rezoning: 1.0 acre out of the North 10 acres of the South 16.97 acres of Lot 172, John H. Shary Subdivision, from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to C-3 (General Business); and Rezoning: 6.065 acres out of Lots 21 & 22, Rees Subdivision, from AO-I (Agricultural Open Interim) to C-3 (General Business) If a zoning is amended during the public hearing, it shall be pursuant to the City of Mission’s Amendatory Zone Policy Statement. Anyone interested is invited to attend. Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
ORDINANCE NO. 4396 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE BASE SALARIES FOR CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES OF THE MISSION POLICE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PAY FOR MEMBERS OF THE MISSION POLICE DEPARTMENT SUCH INCENTIVE PAY BEING LONGEVITY PAY, SENIORITY PAY, CERTIFICATION PAY, EDUCATIONAL PAY, AND ASSIGNMENT PAY; ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF PAY FOR SUCH INCENTIVE PAYS, ESTABLISHING THE CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCH PAY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ORDAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MATTER THEREFORE PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Palmview gives notice of a public hearing to be held before the City Council of the City Palmview on September 20, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. and before the Planning and Zoning Commission on September 28, 2016 at 6:00 p.m., for the purpose of receiving public comments regarding the City’s development Moratorium Ordinance, 2016-06, proposing to impose a 120 day moratorium on development and construction of commercial structures and other matters incident thereto. The purposed ordinance will be adopted under provisions of local government code Sec 212.131, et seq. The hearings will be held at Palmview City Hall, 400 West Veterans Boulevard Palmview, TX 78572. A copy of the proposed ordinance is available thru the City Secretary’s office by calling (956)432-0300 or by email at bgarza@cityofpalmview.us. A person desiring to comment on the purposed ordinance should attend the hearing or tender comments in writing at least 24 hours prior to public hearing.
Bertha Garza, City Secretary City of Palmview, Texas
ORDINANCE NO. 4393
ORDINANCE NO. 4395
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE MISSION FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE MISSION POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017. PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS READING, THIS 12TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2016 Norberto Salinas, Mayor Attest: Anna Carrillo, City Secretary
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