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PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY Public Affairs Department Linda Klepper Public Affairs Director Chuck McCollough Editor Alexis Souza Graphic Design/Art Direction Lucille Sims Thomas Copy Editor Contributing Staffers Erin Matlock Office Manager Mary Spence Events Manager
Contributing Writers Chuck McCollough, Lucille Sims Thomas, Amanda Mercer, Allyson Ortegon, Claudia Pharr,Jesus R. Garcia, Kari Bridges, Jim Webb, Stan Leland, Wendy Kinkade, Taryn McGillivray, Aubrey Parke, Kiko Martinez, Ashley Festa, Rudy Arispe, Mike Harris, Chris Meek, Tom Lovett, Kaylie Kennedy Contributing Photographers Chuck McCollough, Mary Spence, Joshua Nolden, Lisa Green, Diana Webb, Bryan Tobias, Mike Harris, Beverly McCollough, Ross Dye, Marc Bane, Michael Carpenter, Bryan Nguyen, Joe Herczeg, Andrea Allinger, Kari Bridges, Catherine White, Elizabeth Leland, Rudy Ornelas, Christopher Matzenbacher, Samuel Rhodes, Linda Klepper, Amanda Mercer, Calvin True, Elysia Santoya, Alyson Garcia, Erin True, Lisa Green, Kaylie Kennedy, Mike Bowers, Fiona Scoggin, Ethan Bookout, Terrell Mitchell, Mary Oaks, Cindy Kelleher, Aaron Davis Schertz Magazine is published monthly by the Public Affairs Department of the City of Schertz promoting city, community, and business activities. Our mailing address is 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas 78154. Š City of Schertz, Texas The editorial office of Schertz Magazine is at 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas 78154. Call (210) 619-1630. Fax (210) 619-1619. Website is schertz.com and schertzmagazine.com
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ecember is the last mile marker before crossing the finish line at the end of the year. Aside from its obvious holiday significance, December is a prelude to a new period that offers the opportunity for new and better things. The December issue of Schertz Magazine has a sampling of stories that reflect that time theme of closing out the old and welcoming the new. Start with the story of the reimagined Schertz Soccer Complex on Maske Road. The venue was purchased by the City of Schertz from a private soccer group years ago and later Schertz voters approved a bond issue that allowed improvement of the complex as well as other projects. The old complex with its unpaved parking lots and lack of concession areas and restrooms disappeared
in a multi-million dollar enhancement of the facility that turned it into a soccer gem with 600 hard-surface parking spaces and top-notch fields. Read how the practically new complex is now ready for practice, regular play and even big-time tournaments. Next, read how the Schertz Fire Rescue Department helped trade in some old fire trucks and bring two new fire trucks to the community. The new trucks will replace three aging engines that are essentially wearing out. They will be used as trade-ins for new equipment and money that would normally go to maintain them will help pay the $1,020,000 tab for the new equipment. The story shows how the ending of one era (old
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Speaking of change, read about Schertz Public Library’s new employee - Virtual Services Librarian Natalie Shults. She was hired in June to handle the increase in virtual services, to maintain these services and provide classes. As part of her duties, she will also help library patrons with the digital landscape of social media. “The job seemed like the perfect blend of everything I love about working in a library. I am responsible for the virtual services components, but it would not mean that I am always behind the scenes behind a computer. The fact that I would be able to participate in outreach throughout the local community and actually teach others how to use technology through classes really sold me on
Happy Holidays for Pets
On a related topic, don’t miss the story about the Library Advisory Board. LAB is one of seven boards and commissions that advise the Schertz City Council on various departments and city services. The fourteen-member group provides recommendations and suggestions to City Council for continued development and improvement of the Schertz Public Library. And its members help fund library projects that benefit the group’s bookstore. Also look for stories on Miss Schertz Morgan Gaitan, Vineyard Church getting help from a historic group, trunk-or-treat, the JBSA-Randolph air show and results from November’s elections.
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Miss Schertz Morgan Gaitan wishes Schertz Magazine readers a happy holidays!
All that and more in your source for hometown news - Schertz Magazine.
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Miss Schertz Morgan Gaitan Morgan Gaitan is serving as Miss Schertz for the 2015-2016 year. She is a 2 year letterman and has been a part of the Samuel Clemens volleyball program for 4 years. She also has had the privilege of being team captain and libero in her senior season. Morgan is a two time All Tournament recipient for the Matador Invitational in Seguin. She is also a two time GVEC player of the week during her junior and senior years. Morgan was also awarded 25-6A All District Honorable Mention and Academic All District in her junior year. Outside of volleyball, Morgan is an active member in Health Occupation Students of America, Student Council, National Honor Society and Leo Club. Through these organizations, Morgan volunteers in her community and enjoys working with young children. She worked summer camp as a counselor at the YMCA. Morgan is also a part of the Samuel Clemens Radiology Internship program. She was awarded the Health Science Student of the Year last spring at Clemens’ Honors Night. Morgan is undecided on where she is going to attend next fall but plans to play volleyball and major in Pre-Med to become a plastic surgeon. Morgan is thankful to everyone that has helped her in her journey as Miss Schertz. She loves her city and is proud to serve as an ambassador.
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JBSA Randolph Air Show Draws Thousands The sky above Schertz and JBSARandolph really was the Wild Blue Yonder Oct. 31-Nov 1 during the first air show and open house in San Antonio since 2011. The free event was open to the public and drew an estimated 100,000
Visions of Santa 2015 The collective works of Santa Painter Billy Keen will be on exhibit at the Schertz Civic Center during the month of December. A reception and unveiling of Santa #42, sponsored by Schertz Bank & Trust, will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2015; Schertz Civic Center; 6:30 PM. Call 210.619.1636 for information.
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people on each day. Headlining the schedule were the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, along with the Wings of Blue and U.S. Army’s Golden Knights parachute teams. Along with 300 minutes of flying
time, the show also featured static displays and fun for all ages. Warbirds from World War II, Korea and Vietnam eras, to today’s 5th Generation of remotely piloted aircraft, trainer, and fighter weapon systems were on display.
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December Library Events Season’s Readings: Winter Reading Club for all Ages (YouthAdult)
Once again, the Schertz Public Library will be holding a Winter reading club with fun reading challenges and opportunities to win prizes! Our Winter Reading Club is a free reading club open to all. The reading club runs from January 4 to February 12, 2016. Registration is available starting December 21, 2015. It’s as easy as 1-2-3: Register (in person at the library or online at www.schertzlibrary.org), Read ( five books), and Return (your completed reading log for a special prize).
Crafternoon: Holiday Cards
Create cards to share your holiday spirit. Join us on Saturday, December 12th from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Children’s Program Room.
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Cocoa & Carols
Join the Schertz Public Library for an evening of merry caroling, scrumptious cocoa and delicious treats. All ages welcome. Join us in the Children’s Program Room on Tuesday, December 15th from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm.
A Movie & A Make
Celebrate the season with a viewing of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Watch the movie and make a craft. Join us in the Children’s Program Room on Saturday, December 19th at 1:00 pm.
Make it-Take it Holiday Craft Night for Adults:
Please register for this event online, by phone, or in person at the information desk. Please note: Children are more than welcome to accompany adults to the program, but the crafts are intended for adults ages 18+. Preregistration is required for this program, as spaces are limited! Join us Thursday, December 17th at 6:00 pm in Library Meeting Room 1 for an exciting evening of making Pinterest inspired crafts.
Noon Year’s Eve
It’s the last day of 2015, and we’re hosting a special celebration for anyone who can’t stay awake until midnight. We’ll countdown to noon with our party hats and confetti. Join us Thursday, December 31st from 11:00 am to 12:15 pm in the Children’s Program Room.
Alzheimer’s Association Presentation Series: The BasicsMemory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. This program provides information on detection, causes, risk factors, stages of the disease, treatment, and much more. Join us for the last presentation of our year long series on Wednesday, December 9th at 6:00 pm! This program is funded by the GVEC Power Up Grant!
Live Online Tutoring Now Available @ Your Library
Brainfuse HelpNow is an all-inone suite of tutoring services designed for a wide range of academic needs! HelpNow services include expert academic tutoring and self-study tools to empower users to study at their own pace or collaborate with peers and teachers. Students access live, on-demand academic help and state-aligned skills building lessons from expert tutors from 2-11 pm every day of the week! In addition, the Adult Learning Center is the adult learners’ version of HelpNow where users can access GED prep, U.S citizenship test prep, resume assistance, Microsoft Office support, and Career Resources which lists popular job search links. Brainfuse was brought to the Schertz Public Library courtesy of the Schertz Library Advisory Board. The Library Advisory Board manages the Read Before Bookstore. The Read Before Bookstore is ran entirely by volunteers and the proceeds directly benefit your Library resources! Link for Brainfuse: main.schertz.tx.brainfuse.com.
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Express Yourself in a Foreign Language Rocket Languages is an awardwinning interactive online language learning system. Library cardholders can use this interactive website to learn conversational language at their own pace. Rocket Languages can be accessed from home and provides lifelong language learning. You can access it as streaming learning or by downloading it for easy access on all MP3 compatible devices. You can go at your own pace and study whenever you have time! Languages available: Spanish (Latin American), Arabic, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, English (Spanish Speakers), English (Japanese Speakers) and American Sign Language. Link for Rocket: www.rocketlanguages.com.
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December Events Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Civic Center 6:30pm-8:30pm Billy Keen- Visions of Santa Showcase Friday, December 4, 2015 Festival of Angels 6pm-10pm Saturday, December 5, 2015 Community Center 8am-4pm Kris Kringle Market Craftshow Saturday, December 19, 2015 Community Center 10am-5pm Alamo Pet Expo Sunday, December 20, 2015 Community Center 10am-4pm Sports Cards and Collectibles Showcase Demory Ballroom Dancing Mondays at 8pm Community Center Senior Line Dancing Tuesdays at 9am Community Center
YMCA Holding Winter Break Camp The Schertz Family YMCA will be offering a Winter Break Camp for children ages 5-12. There will be camp songs, games, crafts, movies, and a whole lot of holiday fun. This camp provides the opportunity for children to make new friends, stay active, and and enjoy their holiday vacation, in a fun, safe environment. Winter Break Camp will run from 9 AM to 2 PM. The Y will provide one snack each day. Each camper will be responsible for bringing their own lunch daily. All activities will take place at the Schertz Family YMCA, 621 Westchester Drive. Winter Camp Dates: December 21-23 & December 28-30. Cost is $55 (per week) for non-members and $65 (per week) for members. For more information, please contact Abel Ramirez at Abelr@ ymcasatx.org, or call the Y at 210-619-1900. schertzmagazine.com
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PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Proclaiming the Gospel, Embracing the Doctrines of Grace
Proclaiming the Gospel, Embracing the Doctrines of Grace
Join Us this Sunday Sunday School: 9:30 am | Worship Service: 11:00 Currently Meeting at the Schertz Civic Center: 1400 Schertz Pkwy, Building #5 Schertz, TX 78154 210-858-8503 | pcc_schertz@yahoo.com
www.pcc-schertz.com A reformed church and member of the SBC.
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Serving cities Schertz, Selma and Cibolo, covering 6 counties and over 100 miles of businesses, the Schertz Chamber of Commerce is your source for networking, marketing and advocacy.
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To find out how to join, stop by our offices at 1730 Schertz Parkway, call 210-619-1950 or go to our website at schertzchamber.org.
6th Annual Golf Classic Success!
Thank you to all our community business sponsors, players and volunteers who helped make our 6th Annual Schertz Chamber/Catapillar Golf Classic the most successful one to date! 170 attendees representing over 100 area businesses either played, served, donated or volunteered in our fundraiser, which grants scholarships for our two DECA programs at Clemens and Steele High Schools. How did we do? We will make the official check presentations to both schools at our December 1st luncheon!
The SCMAC (Schertz Chamber Military Affairs Committee) will be hosting another Veterans/Transitioning Military and their Spouses’ Workshop on February 17, 2016. This workshop will include how to create resumes, dressing for success, as well as a job fair afterwards with local area businesses ready to hire. Please check the MAC page on our website, schertzchamber.org, for the latest news and updates.
In Seattle
Andrew, Ellie, Kelly and Aiden Hunt took Schertz Magazine with them on a visit to the space needle in Seattle, Washington..
In Brazil
Eric and Lani Becker took Schertz Magazine with them to Brazil and to see Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado mountain.
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At Great Wall of China
Mike and Cai Schramm took Schertz Magazine with them on a visit to the on the Great Wall at Mutianyu China.
David and Susan Maurice took Schertz Magazine with them on a trip to Cayman Islands. They said they always bring a Schertz Magazine and leave it in the Library of the Navigator of the Seas for others to enjoy.
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The Valdez and Edwards families of Schertz took Schertz Magazine along to visit their sons and brothers who are cadets at West Point.
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Holiday Movie in the Park Featuring
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Friday, December 18 at Dusk Pickrell Park Refreshments will be available for purchase
Be sure to bring your lawn chairs and blankets for an enjoyable holiday evening in the park! For more information check out the City of Schertz Facebook page.
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Schertz Soccer Complex Reopens After Renovation By Chuck McCollough
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In mid-September, the sounds of soccer returned to a City of Schertz facility on Maske Road. The $3.68 million re-imagining of the Schertz Soccer Complex has transformed the location into a first-class venue able to host the popular Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance program as well as large tournaments. The soccer complex upgrades were approved by Schertz voters in a 2010 bond issue that also gave the green light for adding three more baseball fields and construction of a natatorium, among other projects.
he said, adding that parking guides help visitors park close to the soccer field hosting the game they came to see. The complex has large men’s and women’s restrooms, as well as one family restroom, and a firstaid area. continued on page 36 The transformation from what the soccer complex was when the city purchased it from a private soccer group years ago to now is amazing, said Phil Gaudreau, the City of Schertz Owner’s Representative on a number of capital improvement projects. “This is a premier soccer campus with 12 fields, two of which have lights, and 663 hard surface parking spaces,” schertzmagazine.com
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The Library Advisory Board (LAB) is one of seven boards and commissions that advise the Schertz City Council on various departments and City services. It provides recommendations and suggestions to City Council for continued development and improvement of the Schertz Public Library.
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“Our board supports the Library and staff with time, money and advice. We volunteer for shifts in the Library Bookstore and do fundraisers to help the children’s library and other projects.” Boyce described the relationship between board members and Library staff as “seamless.”
But LAB - with its almost almost shoulder- to-shoulder work with Library staff - is a bit different than many of the other boards and commissions.
“LAB gets feedback from Library patrons and is a sounding board for Library staff. Our board has traditionally had retired teachers who love kids and reading - a common bond with staff,” Boyce added.
“Our board has a physical presence in how we help the Library. We are worker bees hands on, roll up our sleeves board members,” said LAB Chairwoman Bobbie Boyce.
LAB’s first official meeting was on January 16, 1978, a number of months before the official library came on line, said longtime board member Ruth Tienor.
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“In September of 1977 the Schertz Public Library was conceived in an article in the old Valley News, a former newspaper of the area,” she said “It called for all library lovers to come to a meeting in the GVEC building. The outcome of that meeting had twelve women canvass the town with a petition that garnered 1,250 signatures of people wanting a library in Schertz. It was presented to Schertz City Council in December of that year,” Tienor said. After two readings of the proposal, Council voted to follow the wishes of the people and the Schertz Public Library was born. Schertz citizens no longer had to travel to Seguin for library service.
Tienor - who has been a member of LAB since that first library location opened 37 years ago -said the board’s core mission has remained the same - support and help grow the Library. And that it has. The Library started in a small, 1,500-square-foot facility opened on Main Street and mostly run by volunteers. It evolved into today’s 30,000-square-foot, state-ofthe-art regional library that opened in August 2009. Boyce said at a typical monthly meeting, LAB members go over the minutes of the previous meeting, learn how many new library cards and renewal library cards were issued in the past month and then the treasure’s report on sales at the Library Bookstore - which is
located in the Library building. Even though the LAB meetings are once a month, many members see each other more often because of their work at the Library Bookstore. “On Mondays we go over the sales in the bookstore,” Boyce said adding the bookstore is very important to LAB members and the Library. “We are always busy at the bookstore - we work hard and enjoy ourselves ” she said with a smile. That kind of energy and enthusiasm is a large reason that LAB and Library staff work so well together. It is kind of a “we’ve got your back” relationship. Boyce said Library staff, including Library Manager Melissa Uhlhorn, go to conventions and other meetings and come back the library theme ideas. LAB members then ask which themes or projects the staff wants the board to help finance.
We are worker bees - hands on, roll up our sleeves board members.” LAB Chairwoman Bobbie Boyce “Our board is the eyes and ears of the community. In our bookstore people make comments about about things and we share those with Library staff,” Boyce said.
“Staff will ask for our help on how to select prizes for projects, sometimes as simple as a gift from the bookstore. Or there may be LAB comes us with a prize for those who read the most books over a period of time,” the LAB chairwoman
said. “The Library staff is very creative and comes up with lots of great ideas of their own,” she added.
LAB members say they are very proud to be able to help fund special Library projects through the bookstore located just inside the front door of the Schertz Public Library. It is operated by 28 volunteers, 11 of whom are also library board members. All of them enjoy reading and try to instill that interest in the patrons of the store.
Another role LAB plays is providing feedback.
According to Tienor, books are donated to the library by
folks who are moving, cleaning cleaning out book cases, and many other reasons. All donations are sorted on Mondays by four board members in the workroom of the store. Some books are needed by the library, some are sold in the store, and some are saved for the three book sales held throughout the year. All proceeds are used by the library board to purchase items for the library. Another class of books is found in the vintage book section. These are books with copyrights that are older than 1960. A list of the current vintage collection is maintained on those bookshelves. For more information about the Library Advisory Board Board (such as applying to be a member) call 210-619-1030. For more information about the library or its book store call 210-619-1700 or or visit schertzlibrary.org
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Virtual Services Librarian Helping Patrons Plug In By Kari Bridges
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In recent years, the Schertz Public Library has worked to stay current with virtual services pertaining to technology and electronic resources. In October 2014, the library got approval to create and fill a new position that would allow it to manage and maintain all of the virtual services offered and also develop programs that would teach people in the community how to use these services and other technologies.
from Florida State University. She brings to Schertz Public Library her previous library experience from Olin Library at Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla., where she was employed as a circulation specialist. She also has three years of experience as a collections data specialist, where she developed a love for virtual services. “The job seemed like the perfect blend of everything I love about working in a library. I am responsible for the virtual services components, but it would not mean that I am always behind the scenes behind a computer. The fact that I would be able to participate in outreach throughout the local community and actually teach others how to use technology through classes really sold me on the position, as did the people,” Shults said. As newlyweds, Shults and her husband relocated to the Schertz from Orlando, Fla., just weeks after accepting the job.
Natalie Shults, Schertz Public Library’s new virtual services librarian, was hired in June to handle the increase in virtual services, to maintain these services and provide classes. As part of her duties, she will also help library patrons with the digital landscape of social media. Shults has a bachelor of arts degree in English with a minor in criminal justice from Florida Atlantic University and a master’s of science in library and information studies
“I had no idea where Schertz was, but the job really appealed to me so I went for it and am so happy to have found such a great city. My only interaction with Schertz was the people interviewing me via Skype and the more I asked about the area, the more I felt a strong pull to be a part of the community. I received the formal job offer just 2 days after our wedding and my husband and I spent our honeymoon packing up the moving truck and driving to Texas,” Shults said. All of the services offered at the Schertz Public Library, includ-
library has to offer or they do, but don’t know how to access them. We want to connect them to whatever information/ resource suits their needs. If they just come in and ask, we would be happy to point them in the direction of what it is they seek. In a world where technology continues to develop, we feel it is important to assist our patrons with keeping up with the changes,” Shults said.
ing various classes, programs and resources, are free to anyone living in the state of Texas who has a Schertz library card. Anyone can apply for a library card online or in person and will just need to bring a photo ID and proof of current residency. Virtual services such as learning how to access e-books, audio books, newspapers and magazines on personal devices are an invaluable resource offered to library patrons. Open lab classes are another one of the many resources offered by the library that are designed to help patrons learn how to use different electronic devices and software. “I think one of the best reasons to come in to the library is that so many people don’t know just how many things the
“As technology develops and different formats emerge, there is a knowledge gap for those who are more familiar with the older resources. We want to ensure that our community has access to those new resources and that we will help them develop the skill set needed to use them effectively.” In addition to these resources, the library also recently added online access to Rocket languages, which will allow
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Saturday, March 5, 2016 Rain or Shine
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What: 5K Walk along Schertz Parkway Where: Samual Clemens Parking Lot, 1001 Elbel Road, at 8:00 AM Why: To remember loved ones lost to cancer and Honor those still fighting cancer while raising funds for cancer awareness and CTRC.
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FEATUREZ Virtual Services Librarian cont’d from page 29 patrons to learn a different language at their own pace for either recreational or educational purposes. The Library Advisory Board also voted to pay for and acquire Brainfuse, an online tutoring resource for all ages. “Schertz really is an up and coming city and with that comes access to resources that will enhance the community’s quality of life. We want to make things traditionally done in a library easier for the patron, more streamlined. We know how busy everyone is and while we encourage people to come in to the physical library we understand it is not always possible,” Shults said. One of the first projects Shults worked on was to create and conduct a survey that was done over a two-week time period. This survey specifically inquired how patrons utilize the library and what services and events are important to them. Library staff received tremendous feedback from the
survey that helped them learn what patrons value and how the library can further acquire what they need. “We were happy to see that a lot of the things people wanted were already on our radar, but there were also some misperceptions that we would like to clear up so those patrons can understand the “why” behind some things. For those that took the survey, library staff is working on responses to some of the more consistent feedback,” Shults said. Electronic resources are online at schertzlibrary.org/electronic-services/ and are available at home or through library computers. Open lab classes are held in the front meeting room every Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 – 1:00 pm to help with all types of devices and technology. For more information, contact the Schertz Public Library at 210-619-1700 or visit schertzlibrary.org.
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The Vineyard Fellowship Church, 207 First Street in Schertz, boasts a renovated, colorful exterior -- the result of a joint project between the church and the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee (SHPC). The church sits at the north entrance to the first and only officially designated Schertz Historical Heritage Neighborhood. For church pastor Juan Rodriguez, wife Rita, and members of the congregation, working on improving the building is something with which they are very familiar. The pastor first became aware of this building
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about 12 years ago. Something about it caused him to think that it would be a wonderful site for his church. He’d been holding services in different temporary locations and was looking for a more permanent home. He contacted the building’s owner and inquired about renting the property for the church. The owner’s initial reaction was to say no, pointing out that the building would need extensive renovation and, even then, likely would not comply with City of Schertz code requirements. The pastor persisted, impressing upon
the owner his confidence that God would help the congregation accomplish all necessary tasks. The owner eventually agreed to let the church rent the property if they could meet city building requirements. Over the next several months, the pastor, his wife, volunteers from the congregation and numerous friends set about renovating the building’s interior. They sanded floors, updated utility lines and fixtures, installed alarms, painted, repaired and just generally stayed busy and focused on the goal: meet code!
that their parents or grandparents used to take them there when it was a general store, grocery store or a post office. Also, he became acquainted with SHPC Chairman Dean Weirtz during his visits to the area to do landscaping chores near the designation plaque.
The first two building inspections resulted in the need for still more work to be done. The third time, the inspectors approved the building and in November 2005 the church received its official certificate of occupancy. Pastor Rodriguez initially was not aware of the history of the building. He knew it sat on the edge of a “historical heritage neighborhood” because the sign designating the area as such stood at the corner of the church’s parking lot. He began to get curious about it when people would come into the building and remark to him
Weirtz fill the pastor in on the area’s rich history and its importance in the development of Schertz. In the course of their discussions, the pastor made Weirtz aware of his desire to repaint/revitalize the exterior of the church building. Weirtz saw this as a project compatible with the SHPC’s outreach mission. The committee agreed that it has a special interest in helping to preserve the building the church occupies, as it has been on this site since the late 1800’s and over the years has housed a general store, post office, and a grocery store (the Red and White grocery).
still in its early stages, Mother Nature hampered their efforts with cold temperatures, heavy rains, and heat. They persevered through it all and finished the project by July 4, 2015. Pastor Rodriguez envisions still more restoration of the church building/grounds in the future. He has a keen interest in history in general and in this area in particular. He hopes that more citizens of all ages will step up to participate in remodeling, renovating and
restoration projects at other sites so that future citizens can better appreciate the history of the area they live in. Services are held at the Vineyard Fellowship Church every Sunday morning, beginning with bible study at 9:45 and worship service at 10:45. Pastor Rodriguez encourages visitors and welcomes you to come by and experience this neighborhood Baptist church.
In late 2014, Weirtz and Pastor Rodriguez developed a plan and began scraping paint. When the effort was
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Happy Holiday From Homes For Pets By Lisa Connolly President Homes for Pets/Schertz Humane Society
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Happy Holidays to one and all, from all of us at Homes for Pets/Schertz Humane Society! Be sure and check out our brand new web site www. homesforpets.org. We have many new features, and it is much easier to navigate to locate our events, and to find that special someone to add to your family. We always need more foster homes and volunteers!
Please do not give surprise animals to friends or family, unless you are CERTAIN they want not only another pet, but that they want THIS particular pet. What is the perfect match for one person is not necessarily the case for Aunt Emma. The Holidays are here! Protect Your Pets During this wonderful season of giving, we eat too much,
in advance, to be sure your pet is welcome. If your fur baby is staying behind, make sure to hire a reputable pet sitter. (We have some that we can recommend.) As you decorate the tree, hang the mistletoe, and buy that poinsettia, you must consider these potential poisons for your dog or cat.
As throughout the rest of the year, be cautious of everyday hazards that are in overabundance during this season.
The 15th Annual Doggie Dash 3K/5K is on April 7th 2016 at Pickrell Park, with an exciting Fiesta theme this year. If your business is looking for a worthy event to sponsor, for a volunteer rescue group that selflessly cares for and finds homes for several hundreds dogs and cats each year, you have found it! Homes for Pets (aka Schertz Humane Society) is part of several charitable campaigns. You can assist HFP in helping the many needy animals by donating through: •
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Please Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) and feed those stray and feral cats. There are still so many out there breeding and delivering unwanted kittens. Spay and neuter your own pets, and think adoption when you are considering adding a new family member to your household.
The winter holidays culminate in the biggest party of all; bringing in the New Year. Even though this is fun for humans, your animals see it very differently. Noisemakers and fireworks frighten them. Out of fear, they may break through the fence, run out of an open door, or through a slightly raised, even screened, window, to the dangers of the outdoors. Please protect your pet.
open many gifts, and visit lots of friends and family. As we decorate our homes, host parties, travel, wrap presents, and bake enough for the entire neighborhood, we must remember our furry four-legged family members. The holidays tend to be stressful for everyone, even our pets. Do your best to keep your pets on their regular schedule for feeding and exercise. Make sure your pets get plenty of love and attention. If traveling with them, make sure to contact the host
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Have a healthy, safe and happy holiday season with all of your loved ones!
FEATUREZ Schertz Soccer Complex cont’d from page 25 facility to host larger events including tournaments and clinics that will attract soccer teams and players from all over the region. These large tournaments not only benefit the complex, but also bring attention to Schertz and revenue to the city from families staying in hotels, eating in restaurants, and shopping in retail facilities,” the SYSA president said.
A nearly 7,000-square foot concession building is located at the center of the 42-acre facility - near the two parking areas and within easy walking distance of all the fields. The concession building includes a covered patio area with picnic tables, restrooms and a firstaid area. The project also includes a sidewalk along Maske Road in front of the soccer complex and sidewalks in and around the concession building. Work on the soccer facility included moving and reconfiguring the fields and adding irrigation systems to keep them in top shape. “This project is a complete redo -- including putting more
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space between the fields and creating more parking and being ADA (Americans with Disability Act) compliant, Gaudreau said.
fields for GRAYSA (Greater Randolph Area Youth Soccer Association), YMCA, and the Lions FC Soccer Club,” she noted.
The local soccer community is very happy to resume playing at the enhanced soccer facility.
“The Schertz Soccer Complex also provides a state-of-the-art
“The Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance is extremely excited to have the Schertz Soccer Complex completed and open for operation,” said SYSA President Heather Hurlbert. “The facility provides a wonderful venue for both youth and adult soccer with 12 playing fields, concession building with offices and ample bathroom facilities, and paved parking spaces. The soccer complex serves as the home
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“As the parent of a soccer player, I am so excited to have paved parking and brick-andmortar bathroom facilities. My children have played on the Schertz soccer fields since 2000 and I cannot begin to measure the amount of dirt that has been tracked off the fields in the past 15 years. This complex provides fields that are designed to drain quickly after rains, which will lead to fewer cancelled games and a reduction in muddy shoes,” Hurlbert said.
TV Journalist John Quinones Slated to Visit Clemens High School
On Thursday, Nov. 29, John Quinones was scheduled to visit the students of Clemens High School, speaking with them about his TV show “What Would You Do?� and the many choices we all face each day. After the talk, he planned to provide time for Questions & Answers with the students. Quinones offered to speak to the students at Clemens in
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support of the P.I.E. Club (Positively Influencing Everyone). P.I.E. Club started at Corbett Jr. High last year with a group of 16 students that discussed positive character traits such as honesty, kindness, respect and how to stay true to yourself and your values. They also shared these topics with their classmates by creating opportunities for others to be involved such as during Random Acts of Kindness week.
New P.I.E. clubs were formed at Clemens and Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate school this year. Quinones came from humble beginnings, growing up in the barrios of San Antonio. His father was a janitor, frequently working side jobs to provide for his family while his mother cleaned houses for other families in San Antonio. Although his family had been in the United States for five generations, he didn’t speak English until the first grade. Quinones and other Hispanic students were often directed towards vocational paths instead of college. But his mother believed in him and he knew from an early age she had big dreams for him. In high school he became part of the Upward Bound program which partners students in lower income areas with local colleges to expose and help prepare students for college. Students often attend classes in subjects such as science, mathematics and literature after school, on Saturdays and throughout the summer.
P.I.E. club continued to meet over the summer as students and their friends listened to members of the local community talk about how positive character traits including humility, leadership, abstinence, confidence and kindness have affected their lives. Speakers included Mayor Michael Carpenter, Ross Adams, youth director from Northeast Bible Church, Lexi Read and Johnna Aldridge from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
has led a distinguished career in Journalism earning seven national Emmy awards and other accolades for his work. The topics he covers often shine a light on problems such as those facing our environment or homeless children in Bogota. Quinones started hosting What Would You Do in 2008, continuing to shine a light on
social graces (and disgraces) in America. Through the show and his books (Heroes Among Us and What Would You Do? Words of Wisdom About Doing the Right Thing) Quinones challenges each of us to take a closer look at our thoughts, words and actions while encouraging us to be kind, supportive and helpful to others.
After high school, Quinones graduated from St. Mary’s with a BA in speech communications and went on to earn a Master’s from the Columbia School of Journalism. He started his journalism career as a reporter and anchor in Houston then Chicago, respectively. Over the last forty years he
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Volunteers Honored During Simonson Event Volunteers make the world (and the City) go round! Schertz has approximately 85 Board and Commission members and alternates who serve the city. In recognition of their service to our City, a dinner was held in their honor Thursday, October 15, 2015 at the Schertz Civic Center.
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A ‘Ray of Thanks’ was the theme for the night. For their time and dedication to the betterment of our City, each member was presented with a sun shade. The event is named for the late Steve Simonson, a former city employee and active community volunteer.
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Be sure doors and windows of your home are locked when you leave, even for just a fewminutes.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOLIDAY SAFETY VISIT THE SCHERTZ POLICE DEPARTMENT FACEBOOK PAGE.
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City Charter Propositions Passed 1. Proposition to delete items in the charter due to redundancy in other charter sections or state law. 2. Proposition to Increase City Council from 5 to 7 places. 3. Proposition to Increase elected official terms from 2 to 3 years in length. 4. Proposition to Provide for Revised Prohibitions, Forfeitures of Office and Hearing Process. 5. Proposition for Revised Financial Procedures.
Official Results of the November 3 City of Schertz Election
7. Proposition to Revise Initiative, Referendum, & Recall Procedures. 8. Proposition to Provide Disannexation Procedures. 9. Proposition to Clarify Signature of City Documents. 10. Proposition to Modify the Process of Hiring Assistant City Managers.
Elected City Council Members
11. Proposition to Allow the City Manager to Identify Designee to Attend Council Meetings.
Place 3 Daryl John
12. Proposition to Modify Personnel Policies. 13. Proposition to Modify the Process of Hiring Deputy City Secretary.
Place 4 Cedric Edwards
14. Proposition to Delete Planning & Zoning Commission Section of Charter.
Place 5 Robin Thompson
Bond Propositions Passed Proposition 1: $7,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for streets (Primarily FM1103 and FM 1518), bridges, and sidewalk improvements. Proposition 2 : $8,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for Public Safety Facilities, including a new fire station.
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15. Proposition to Add Guidance Regarding Ordinances Passed by Petition. 16. Proposition to Clarify Personal Financial Interest Policy. 17. Proposition to Adjust the Size of Charter Review Commission. 18. Proposition to Adjust the Term of Charter Review Commission. 19. Proposition to Add a Disaster Clause for Reconstitution of the Council After an Emergency .
New City Council Members Take Oath
The Schertz City Council got three returning incumbents after the Nov. 3 election. After City Council canvassed the results on Nov. 16 the winners were sworn in. From left are: Place 3 City Council member Daryl John; Place 4 City Council member Cedric Edwards; and Place 5 City Council member Robin Thompson.
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SFR Getting New Fire Trucks By Richard Erickson Schertz Fire Rescue will soon get two new fire engines to protect citizens following an October approval of City Council. The new trucks, explained Schertz Fire Chief David Covington, will replace three aging engines that are essentially wearing out. They will be used as trade-ins for new equipment and money that would normally go to maintain them will help pay the $1,020,000 tab for the new equipment. Of the city’s fleet of five fire vehicles, three – a 1995 Freightliner and Ferrara trucks built in 1999 and 2001 – have high mileage. The Schertz Fire Department also has a 2013 “quint” truck – equipped with a ladder – and a 2002 vehicle with a 100ft platform. Due to the city’s burgeoning growth, use of the existing trucks has steadily increased, Covington says, and annual costs to keep Schertz’s fire fleet as “first-line” equipment – designated as
immediately ready to respond to calls with older units held in reserve – were more than $50,000 a year. Pierce Manufacturing of Appleton, Wisc., had a demonstration fire engine for sale at a bargain price of $400,000, he discovered, and a deal was struck to trade in the city’s three older vehicles for that demonstration truck and a brand new truck yet to be built. Fire engines are custom-built and, while the new truck will take a year to assemble, the demonstration vehicle should arrive by December. The new custom front-line engine will cost $754,000 and tools and equip-
ment for it run another $46,000. With the trade-in equipment, the manufacturer agreed to give a $104,000 discount on the total purchase, he said, for a total cost to Schertz of $1.02 million, paid out over seven years. The city should expect to see 12 years use of the new trucks in front-line service plus an additional three to five years as reserve equipment, Covington notes. “We will get one (the 1999 Ferrara) out the door immediately and save the best until last,” he said. “With the council’s approval, we locked the production model in,” Covington noted. “We can tell them not to sell it to anybody else. We couldn’t say that until now.” To ensure the city has sufficient fire department coverage, the two other older engines will be traded in at separate times next year, just in time for the brand new Pierce fire truck to be delivered.
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HPC Photo Book “Schertz, Texas A Photo History” is a 136-page adventure story in word a picture of this area over the last 165 or so years. It is the third publication sponsored by the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee and choked full of old and contemporary photos and information for newcomers and oldtimers alike The handsome looking publication offers a friendly and informative format that will help acquaint residents and wannabe residents with the long ago and just yesteryear goings on around Schertz and the Cibolo Valley. According to SHP chairman Dean Weirtz, the book is “the single most definitive collection of historic city photos and accompanying narrative that has ever been produced - and would a great coffee table addition and excellent Christmas gift.” Books are available for sale at the Schertz Public Library, Schertz Visitors Center, Schertz City Hall (Water Dept.), Schertz Senior Center, or from any member of the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee or by calling 210-6510394. The cost is $25.00.
Looking Back December
Quote of Note Glory lives only when the past is remembered� Author – British Prime Minister John Major
Local History
In December 1961, the citizens of Schertz passed its first bond issue ever and thereby approved the building of a city-wide sanitary sewer system. The general obligation bond provided for $350 thousand dollars for construction of the system.
Texas History
On December 29, 1845, the U.S. Congress approves, and President James K. Polk signs, the Joint Resolution for the Admission of the State of Texas into the Union, Texas became the 28th state. The Texas and Pacific Railroad reached Sierra Blanca in West Texas, about 30 miles east of El Paso, Texas.
Presented by the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee in the interest of historical perspective and community awareness of local historical legacies.
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Annual Events: December
Festival of Angels December 4
February
Trail Rider Lunch Thursday, February 11
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Wilenchik Walk for Life 5K Saturday, March 5
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December 2015 Tuesday, 1
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Thursday, 3
TSAC, 5:30 PM City Council Chambers
Monday, 7
Library Advisory Board, 7:00 PM Library Meeting Room 1
Tuesday, 8
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Monday, 28
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 PM Bob Andrews Room
Sweetheart Coronation Thursday, May 5
Wednesday, 16
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Thursday, 17
Planning & Zoning, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
EDC Board, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Tuesday, 22
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Friday, 25
City Holiday Christmas Day (City Offices Closed)
Meeting locations may change, please visit the calendar at www.schertz.com for more information.
Schertz City Council Mayor: Michael Carpenter
Council Members: Jim Fowler Grumpy Azzoz Daryl John Cedric Edwards, Sr. Robin Thompson
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