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he April issue of Schertz Magazine includes two stories on the special bond between dogs and people. The first dog story is about Harvey - a blind and lost Chow puppy found wandering in Southern Schertz. The sightless and homeless canine touched the hearts of dozens of people separated by many miles but connected by social media and previous collaborations. Follow Harvey as the Schertz Animals Services Department works with its partners near and far to find him a new home and loving owner 1,500 miles away. Learn how this little guy continues to
inspire sick people with his unconditional love. In the second dog story you will meet Anneka, Tucker, Vapor, and Taufie. Anneka Dahle is a 15-yearold dog whisperer in Schertz and recently won a second national AKC (American Kennel Club) championship with her dogs. She is following a family tradition - her mom and sister were also dog trainers. Anneka earned her first national AKC win at the age of 11 and was, according to mom Karen, learning about dog training at a very young age. Read
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Then go from the gridiron to the mat and the amazing accomplishments of the SCUCISD wrestling program.
Next turn to two tales of athletic accolades for the SCUCISD.
In just a few short years a group of wrestling fans, parents and students created a club wrestling program that grew into a UILsanctioned sport program that sent wrestlers to state for two years in a row.
Learn how Clemens Football Coach Jared Johnston was named Pat Shannon 6A Coach of the Year by the San Antonio Quarterback Club on February 10, 2016. Coach Johnston led the Buffaloes to an 11-3 record and a berth in the state quarterfinals in 2015. All three losses were to state semifinalists: Steele High School (twice) and Judson High School.
Also look for stories on the Schertz Soccer Complex dedication, Legacy Gowns for Proms, success of the Council-On-The-Go meetings, and the community garden.
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Irene and Don Byrd took Schertz Magazine with them on their 25th Anniversary trip to Australia at the Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House They also took Schertz Magazine with them to Bora Bora where they renewed their wedding vows.
Clemens’ Jared Johnston Named Coach of the Year Clemens High School Head Football Coach Jared Johnston was named Pat Shannon 6A Coach of the Year by the San Antonio Quarterback Club on February 10, 2016. He received the award at the Greater San Antonio Coaches Foundation football clinic held at MacArthur High School. Coach Johnston led the Buffaloes to an 11-3 record and a berth in the state
quarterfinals in 2015. All three losses were to state semifinalists: Steele High School (twice) and Judson High School. The San Antonio Quarterback Club, founded in 1947, is the oldest continuing quarterback club in the nation. According to the Texas Sports Radio Network, they said this about SCUCISD’s two high school football teams last
season: “Samuel Clemens High School and Byron P. Steele, II High School cleaned up with the postseason awards handed out by the Texas Sports Radio Network (TSRN Sports) on January 17, 2016. Jared Johnston and quarterback Frank Harris were awarded Coach of the Year and Most Valuable Player, respectively. Clemens HS also took home
the School Spirit Award. Meanwhile, Knights’ quarterback Xavier Martin was named Offensive Player of the Year and defensive lineman Josh Croslen was tabbed as Big Man of the Year, awarded to the top offensive or defensive lineman.” The trophies were bestowed by sports announcers Bobby Stautzenberger and Jay Riley at the Lion & Rose Restaurant at The Forum.
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Ellie Kate Gorman My name is Ellie Kate Gorman, and this year I have honorably represented Schertz as Miss Sunshine on the Sweetheart Court. I am 15 and a sophomore at Clemens High School. I enjoy being a co-captain on the JV cheerleading team as well as actively participating in Meet in the Middle, a group that allows students to interact with special needs kids at our school. I have made special bonds with many of the students and have learned so much from them. One way I like to stay involved at my church, Crosspoint Fellowship, is by volunteering to watch and teach the little kids. Additionally, I am a member of the youth leadership program there. One opportunity I like to take part in is volunteering for Under the Bridge where we spread the word of God to the homeless while being able to provide them hot meals and clothing. Being a Christian is what I hold most important. If it weren’t for God, I wouldn’t be who or where I am today. A verse that keeps me going through the tough times is Isaiah 12:2 which reads, “surely the Lord is my salvation. I will trust and not be afraid.” Education is valuable to me, and I am currently ranked in the top seven percentile of my sophomore class; I intend to go to Texas A&M University after graduating from high school. I would eventually love to work with kids who have had troubled pasts or with special needs.
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April 2016 Library Events COMING SOON! A MINI GOLF COURSE INSIDE THE LIBRARY! To kick off our annual Summer Reading Program at the Schertz Public Library, the Schertz Library Foundation is sponsoring a two-day mini golf fundraiser event inside the library. The mini course will be open on Friday and Saturday, June 10 (6:00 PM -10:00 PM) and 11, 2016 (9:00 AM-7:00 PM), and will give residents of our community an opportunity to experience the library in a new exciting way together. Friday will be a date night par-tee with food, mini-golf, games, and a silent auction. Saturday will be a family fun event for all ages! All proceeds from this event will help the library purchase electronic books and magazines! The Foundation is also looking for golf hole sponsors and silent auction donations for this event. If you or your organization can assist, please contact the library (210) 619-1700!
Summer Reading Program 2016!
Join us this summer for our annual summer reading club jam-packed with reading incentives, grand prizes, and several special events for all ages! Saturday June 4 we will be holding an early registration open house from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM in Meeting Room 2. Summer Reading Program will officially kick-off June 11 with a family fun day event and will run through July 29! For more information, contact the Schertz Public Library at 210-619-1700.
National Poetry Month Event
Come celebrate National Poetry Month at the library on April 21 from 6:30 PM-8:00 PM. Local poets will share their poetry and John Friedland will be our featured speaker for the evening. Also, feel free to bring any original poetry you would like to share with the audience for the open mic poetry reading.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
The Schertz Public Library and the Schertz-Cibolo Lions Club have partnered to offer an early literacy initiative called 1,000 Books before Kindergarten. This project encourages parents to read aloud at least 1,000 books with their children before they enter school. Register your child at the Children’s Information Desk at the library to receive a free tote bag. Children will earn a sticker for every 100 books read and a book when they complete the program.
One Click Digital
Yowza! The Schertz Public Library recently purchased 1,602 audiobooks for children and young adults on OneClickDigital! In addition, you’ll find 200 of the top adult bestsellers! New to OneClick? Go to Schertzlibrary.org, hover over “electronic resources” and click “OneClickDigital” for your listening pleasure!
The Book Ends Library Book Club
The library book club meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM to discuss a selected title. On April 14, the book club will discuss Defending Jacob by William Landay. For more information, please check the online calendar at schertzlibrary.org/calendar/
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Stepping It Up For Wilenchik Walk For Life
Almost 500 participants at the 8th Annual Wilenchik Walk for Life March 5 laughed at the prospect of rainy weather interrupting their fun. Veterans and newcomers to the popular fundraising event were not going to step aside for Mother Nature or anything else as they set off running and walking to honor family and friends affected by cancer. A number of cancer survivors were among those traversing the course from Clemens High School up Schertz Parkway and Community Circle and back to the school. Money raised from the annual event – named after former Schertz City Councilmember Tony Wilenchik
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who was taken by cancer – goes to the UT Medicine’s Cancer Therapy & Research Center (CTRC). The event is hosted by the City of Schertz and sponsored by HEB. Participants showed up early to gather in teams or small groups and some to run alone. After welcomes from Mayor Michael Carpenter and CTRC representatives Dr. John Sarantopoulos and Vicki Shapiro (cancer survivor), runners took off at 8:00 AM followed by throngs of walkers – mostly in small to large groups. A number of folks brought their dogs to take part in the event as well.
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Sweet Savanna Hog Wild Dinner May 14 The 4th Annual Sweet Savanna Hog Wild Dinner and Dance will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Schertz, 509 Schertz Parkway. Doors open at 6:30 PM. The event includes dinner and dancing, featuring the band Gun Powder Soup. There will also be live and silent auctions. Profits go to support the local FFA and 4-H students in Guadalupe County. If you would like more information, you can contact Savanna’s mom, Diana Kindt at 210-573-4874. The Sweet Savanna Hog Wild is a nonprofit organization that was set up in memory of Savanna Kindt. Savanna was a 2011 graduate of Steel High School who was tragically killed in a car accident 5 days after graduation. She was slated to attend San Angelo State University in the fall to study to become a large animal vet. The mission of our organization is to keep Savanna’s passions alive. She was a member of the Cibolo Creek FFA and raised pigs as well as fostering numerous animals for Home for Pets. She believed in the humane treatment of animals and was a devoted vegetarian.
GCCAC Satellite Office Now Open
Schertz YMCA Healthy Kids Day Healthy Kids Day, a free community event presented by the Schertz Family YMCA, will be held Saturday, April 30, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Cibolo Multi Event Complex, near Cibolo City Hall. The event will include games, healthy snacks, and healthy vendors. Here is some background info:
The Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center (GCCAC), a nonprofit organization serving abused children and their families, has opened a satellite office at 109 S Main Street in Cibolo. The satellite location will allow families served in Cibolo, Schertz, Selma, and the surrounding area to receive services much closer to home. For more information or to schedule a visit, call the Children’s Advocacy Center at (830) 303-4760. The GCCAC will hold its 4th Annual Schertz Designer Purse Bingo event on May 5 at 7 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Schertz Parkway.
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Welcoming Chamber The Chamber Calendar of Events
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April 8th - Ribbon Cutting Nothing Bundt Cakes will be having their ribbon cutting at 4pm. Located in The Forum at 8335 Agora Parkway, Suite 106, come join us in welcoming one of our newest members!
April 19th - Chamber Luncheon Non Profit focus - Join us on April 19th for our Monthly luncheon. April is “Non Profit Partnership” month and we will feature 19 of the area’s nonprofits. Booths with information on how to be involved as well as their upcoming events will be on hand. RSVP deadline to attend our luncheon is April 12th. General Admission is $28, our Chamber Members are $18. RSVP online at thechamber.info or call 210-619-1950.
April 21st - Chamber Mixer Come on out for a time of food, fun, networking and a chance to win Chamber Cash! Mixer will be hosted by RE/ MAX Corridor located at 17156 IH 35 North in Schertz from 5:30-7:00pm. General Admission is $10 and our Chamber Members are free!
Wal-Mart Cibolo 602 Cibolo Valley Dr., Cibolo, TX 78108 PH: (210) 659-9188 WEB: wal-mart.com
Our Mission is to Serve, Promote and Enhance Economic Success! 1730 Schertz Parkway Schertz Texas 78154 210-619-1950 admin@schertzchamber.org www.thechamber.info
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Elan Westpointe 2140 Independence Drive , New Braunfels, TX 78132 PH: (830) 483-4900 WEB: elanwestpointe.com
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SZ Community Clean Up Planned In Aviation Heights On the weekend of April 23 - 24, community partners will combine their efforts to help clean up areas of Aviation Heights - one of the oldest neighborhoods in Schertz. The City of Schertz, Bexar Waste, The Chamber, area churches and others are coming together for this volunteer event in an effort to “Love Where You Live.” Volunteers will go into the community to do trash removal, trim bushes, cut lawns and trees, paint homes, etc. for those unable to do it themselves or afford to hire a contractor. The neighbor-helping-neighbor effort will run from 8 AM-4 PM on Saturday, April 23, and again on Sunday, April 24. Sunday’s activities will include an 8 AM-4 PM work day followed by a covered dish dinner served by Schertz United Methodist Church, at Pickrell Park at 5:30 PM for the volunteers and for the families that were helped. Details of the dinner will be available at schertz.com. Projects will be identified ahead of time and assignments made first thing Saturday, April
23. Some assignment may take two days, but most can be handled in half day increments. The Love Where You Live volunteer effort was suggested by City Councilmember Jim Fowler who learned about similar efforts in other Texas cities. He represents Cibolo Valley Baptist Church which is one of a growing number of churches supporting the Love Where You Live Project. Helping start the Love Where You Live project are Schertz United Methodist Church, First Baptist Schertz, North East Bible, and Cibolo Valley Baptist. “Our community has a strong tradition of helping those who need help and looking out for each other. Love Where You Live brings together churches community, businesses, and the City; this is a great example of that spirit,” Fowler said. For more information or to volunteer to participate in the clean up contact Fowler at his email; bamcjim@msn.com or call 210326-6017.
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Steele and Clemens Wrestlers Shine The young wrestling programs at Steele and Clemens high schools produced impressive results -including a State champion- at the recent UIL State Wrestling Tournament in Houston
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Junior Henry Willoughby is a State champion after finishing first in the varsity boys 6A 220 pound weight class. He finished the season with a 35-1 record and was District 15 champion and Region 4 champion before advancing to State with a 31-1 record. Senior Madison (Maddie) Angelito placed fourth in the varsity girls 119 pound weight class at State and finish the season with a 37-2 record. She was District 15 champion and Region 4 champion and
advanced to State with a 33-0 record. Steele wrestling coach Tom Lovett said Willoughby and Angelito had extraordinary seasons and helped build the legacy of the Knight wrestlers. “Alex Saylor and Chaliah Harris also had great performances and are destined to return to State in their senior seasons,� he said. The Steele wrestling team just completed its fourth year as a UIL sport and has a strong and growing fan base.
CLEMENS The Clemens wrestling team made its second trip to the UIL State tournament this year and Elena Garcia took 5th place and Chloe Quarrels 6th place in the Varsity Girls competition. And Buff Wrestling Coach Andy Rogers was named UIL Region 4-6A Girls - Coach of the Year and the Lady Buffs
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also were crowned Regional Champions. Wrestling fans wanted it to be a UIL sport in SCUCISD for a number of years and worked hard to achieve that goal - including creating it from scratch six years ago. Now the program at both Clemens and Steele are getting better each season.
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n January 15 Animal Services was called to pick up a homeless puppy meandering around the Laura Heights subdivision area in southern Schertz. Staff realized the 5-month-old Chow was possibly blind and needed to be sent to a local veterinarian. After an examination the vet determined the lovable puppy probably needed surgery to close up the eyes and prevent infection. Animal Services Manager Shanna O’Brien explains what happened to the puppy nicknamed “Harvey.” “We posted him on the Schertz Animal Services Facebook page to try and raise money for him and find a home. Lynn Kay Vogt saw Harvey on our Facebook page and wanted to adopt him but said she had a friend who would be perfect for him,” O’Brien said. Vogt - who lives in Michigan and is one of many people around the nation who follow the Schertz Animal Services Facebook told O’Brien about a friend named Cathy Reynolds who lives in Canada.
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“Lynn said Cathy would be the the best owner. She gave Cathy our phone number and I spoke with her. After just a few minutes, I knew that she was perfect for Harvey and vise versa,” O’Brien said with enthusiasm. In the meantime, Schertz Animal Services had put out a word that Harvey needed help, and a representative from Wright Way Rescue in the Chicago-area called. Wright Way Rescue has worked with Schertz
Harvey (left), Cathy Reynolds and Burt Reynolds
Animal Services numerous times in transporting stray dogs from Schertz and other local shelters to homes in
Matt. We contacted Dr. Matt at Vet Ranch and they agreed to help Harvey,” the Animal Services manager said.
it was love at first sight when Cathy met Harvey,” the Animal Services manager said.
eye condition called microphthalmia. Dr. Matt neutered and vaccinated the pup and kept him for observation for a couple of weeks before sending him back to Schertz Animal Services. The dedicated staff at the Schertz Animal Adoption Center (operated by Animal Service) now had to get Harvey from Schertz to a forever home in Canada about 1,500 miles away.
Schertz Animal Services Officer David Taylor (left) visits with veterinarian Dr. Matt Carriker (holding Harvey) at the Schertz Adoption Center.
Illinois. On one such trip last September, more than 20 dogs made the trip north in hopes of finding a new home.
Vet Ranch is a non-profit organization providing veterinary treatment for homeless animals.
“Renee Nank with Wright Way Rescue contacted me and said she saw Harvey’s story. She told me about a veterinarian in Boerne named Dr. Matt Carriker - better known as Dr.
Harvey was sent to the Vet Ranch and Dr. Matt determined the Chow puppy didn’t need the eye surgery after all. Harvey was diagnosed with an undeveloped
“Lynn Kay Vogt asked me to help her get Harvey to Michigan where she lives and then she would drive the puppy to Canada. I then contacted a woman named Kimberly Hammac who has driven dogs for us all over the country. Kimberly advised me she planned to drive to Michigan the following week so it all worked out perfectly,” O’Brien said with smile. “It took Kimberly a couple of days to get to Michigan from Schertz. Lynn then drove Harvey to Canada and
Dr. Matt, O’Brien and others who worked with Harvey said the puppy’s hearing and sense of smell appear to be keener because of his blindness. In a video post on Vet Ranch’s Facebook page, the veterinarian hides from Harvey, but the puppy was able to used his nose and ears to quickly find Dr. Matt. “Harvey has the best sense of smell and hearing of any dog I’ve seen,” the veterinarian added. Once he reached his new home in Canada, Harvey had no problem finding the woman who fell in love with the homeless and sightless dog she saw on the internet in a Texas town. “Harvey was an angel when I got him on February 8 and now he is a perky little pest who constantly plays with my other dog, Burt Reynolds, who is 10-years-old,” said Cathy
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FEATUREZ Blind Dog Lights Up Lives Around Him cont’d from page 23 Reynolds in a phone interview. Reynolds said she already had a special place in her heart for a dog like Harvey before she even met him. “My friend, Lynn Kay Vogt, has a 14-year-old blind Chow that I fell in love with a while back. That is why Lynn knew Harvey and I would be perfect for each other,” Reynolds said as Harvey barked in the background. Harvey is attending school where he’s getting obedience training and learning how to be comfortable being handled by veterinarians and other people. Such training has helped him learn to play with other dogs. Because he is sightless, Harvey cannot read the body language
of other dogs and has to learn other ways to play with his canine pals, Reynolds said. While Harvey’s training has helped him develop, the transplanted puppy never needed to go to school to learn how to love or be loved by others, his new owner stressed. Reynolds said Harvey lights up people’s faces and spirits with his enthusiastic and affectionate nature. “He has touched a lot of lives already, including a woman I know with MS (multiple sclerosis) who has photos of Harvey all over her house. I would love it if he could be a service dog some day and bring light and laughter to others,” she said.
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Schertz Teen And Dog Win National Title... Again By Chuck McCollough
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or the second time in four years the team of Anneka and Tucker brought a national championship home to Schertz. Anneka Dahle, 15, and Tucker, her Australian shepherd, wowed the crowd and the judges to win the American Kennel Club Juniors Classic Obedience category in Orlando. That competition, held this past December, is one of many adventures the teen and her canine partners are destined to encounter. Anneka is the daughter of Michael and Karen Dahle. At age of 11, Anneka became one of seven youths to be recognized as an AKC Junior Agility Invitational Champion on December 16, 2011. She competed against other youths up to age 18 in an agility competition consisting of one dog with their trainer running through a timed obstacle course while striving for a perfect score. Anneka took three dogs to the 2011 competition - Tucker and
Vapor, Australian Shepherds; and Taufie, a tri Shetland Sheepdog-and ran each through the obstacle course twice. With a perfect score Taufie and Anneka were named the AKC Junior National Champions. The Clemens High School student is following a family tradition of being a dog handler. Her mom and sister were also dog handlers. When Anneka’s mom was eight months pregnant with her, Karen was running through obstacle courses and winning championships with her dog Falkor. Anneka first set foot in the showing ring when she was two years old and hasn’t stopped since. “Often when we go to competitions people will come up and say they remember Anneka when she was very, very young,” Karen said. Anneka and her new dog Bama, a Border Collie, are on track to represent the United States again in the Junior European Open in Slovakia this summer. They hope to get financial
help this year from the Schertz community. In 2012 the Schertz Chamber businesses raised $2,000 to help get the team to Austria. Anneka and Tucker first represented the US team in 2012 on the Junior World Agility Team at the Junior European Open competing with the top junior handlers from all over Europe. Anneka has some humorous memories of that trip, especially one when she, her two show dogs and Karen were on the autobahn in Germany. “Mom was driving 120 kilometers per hour (about 75 mph) and the other drivers were honking at us as they whizzed by going much faster,” she said. “Another time mom had one foot in the car and another outside trying to push the car backwards uphill because she could not find reverse on the car.” Such memories are examples of the family’s dedication to Anneka’s dog training career. That dedication includes countless hours of practice,
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thousands of miles traveled and thousands of dollars spent. The Dahle (pronounced Dala) family’s interest in dog whispering began years ago. (Dog whispering is generally defined as a way of working with dogs using body language and other techniques to connect with canines.)
and support Anneka is part of helping her become a better person. “Not all parents have an opportunity to share a passion about a hobby like we do. We can talk the same lingo and I can understand what Anneka
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are interested in training one, Anneka lets them borrow one of the Dahle dogs.
Michael Dahle gave Karen a dog for a Valentine’s present many years ago, which kicked off an interest that grew into a tradition that has garnered positive publicity for the Schertz family and their community.
There are numerous additional activities for 4-H’ers to get involved, Karen said. While food and nutrition, engineering, clothing and textiles, baking, golf and sports are available, photography is one of the most popular with the kids. Participants place from county to state levelAnneka is part of that. Anneka got first place in the active dog photography category last summer at the state dog show.
Karen said the atmosphere at dog competitions is not just to win, but also to support young people and their successes and character growth. “That community across the world is supportive and amazing,” she said. “Most agility competition families will offer places to stay and a bite to eat anywhere you go across the US. We are working hard to bring in new junior handlers through the 4-H dog project,” she explained . Michael and Karen’s oldest daughter, Aubrie, was also involved in agility training since age three when she showed her first dog. Michael jokes that he does his part by cheering from the sidelines and working to support the family tradition. He becomes an “agility widow” several weekends a month so that the rest of the family can train in their passion. He also helps build and maintain the equipment used for training. Karen said that all the training, time, traveling, and expense to
4-H also teaches leadership skills such as public speaking. Last summer, Anneka and the Dahle pack (dogs) presented at the 4-H District 10 Conference on the topic of the dog project. All in attendance observed Anneka’s “take control” attitude which she learned from dog agility shows.
is getting at. We spend lots of time in the car driving and doing homework or discussing a particular agility move and how to handle it.” Anneka is busy in other activities and shares her experiences - from winning and losing at competitions against adults and with other
“My attitude in school is the same as it is in the dog show arena - how can I improve what I am doing? To improve the smallest things I do?” Anneka said.
young people - primarily through a 4-H program. In the SCUC 4-H Club, Anneka is the secretary and the junior dog project leader for Guadalupe County. There are 10 area students who come out once a week to train under the guidance of Anneka. If the 4-H kids don’t have a dog but
The Dahle family and the Schertz community will continue to support and root for Anneka and her dogs in the future.
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FEATUREZ
Legacy Gowns Promise Prom Magic By Kari Bridges
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oung women attending Clemens High School have the opportunity to select a formal dress for prom, or any other special occasion, or keep free of charge thanks to two local women who believe that every young lady who is in need of a prom dress should have the opportunity to have one. Last year, Corporal (Cpl.) Hillory Halbardier, who is assigned to Clemens as a School Resource Officer from the Schertz Police Department, and Veronica Martinez, SCUCISD District Social Worker, reached out to school district employees and Schertz City employees requesting donations of gently used formal wear/accessories for their dress drive. “We ended last school year with 11 dresses and we now have approximately 50 dresses thanks to our school staff who are kind-hearted and incredibly generous to help us out with this project,” Halbardier said.
provided to her by the high school and making it easier for the girls to “shop.” Dresses are offered in a variety of styles/ sizes and are available for young women to look through and try on during school hours in several designated changing areas located within the school.
makeup salons who might donate their services at a low cost or ideally free of charge. Plans are also being made to speak to formal attire businesses for men to see if they would be willing to donate tuxedo rental vouchers for our male students in need of formal attire.
“Trying dresses on is half the experience. I am sure at some point we can expand and use our graphics design class to help us build a “dress catalog” to help the girls with their selection process,” Halbardier said.
The 2016 Clemens Prom will be held at the Alzafar Shrine on Saturday, May 7th from 7:00 PM- 11:00 PM. Young women are welcome to “shop” for a prom dress now through May 6. People interested in donating a dress or accessories can either drop them off at Clemens, the Schertz Police Department or arrange for the dress to be picked up. For more information, contact Ms. Martinez at vmartinez@scuc.txed.net or 210-9456523 or Cpl. Halbardier at hhalbardier@schertz.com or 210-382-0359.
She and Martinez have big plans for the future and look forward to expanding the “prom dress drive” to be able to also provide accessories such as shoes, jewelry and purses. They hope to work with local dry cleaners to have the dresses cleaned, as well as hair and
“It is called a ‘prom dress drive,’ but really the dresses are available for any social event. We would love to concentrate on providing dresses for school district sponsored events, but if a girl needs a dress for say the military ball we would be willing to help her out as well. Each situation will be evaluated on a case by case basis,” she explained. “We are thankful that our school district has a lot of resources in place and people who support us. Now it’s a matter of getting organized and getting the word out. We don’t want any kids to be left out from going to prom because they don’t have a dress or shoes. We want to help them in any way that we can,” said Martinez. Currently, all the dresses are being stored on hangers and hung in a storage closet located in Cpl. Halbardier’s office
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Harvest of Caring and Sharing By Stan Leland
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hen the Guadalupe County Demonstration Garden was proposed to County Commissioners in 2009, two purposes were given: be a gardening information resource for citizens and use the produce from the garden to help feed people in need. The garden has succeeded to just that. In addition to its educational benefits, the garden has provided local charities with the bounty of its produce. In 2011 the garden’s first crop yielded over 2000 pounds of fresh organic vegetables and fruits. Two local charities, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Marion and RACAP (Randolph Area Christian Assistance Program), act as distribution points for the food.
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FEATUREZ Open Tuesday and Friday from 8:00 to 11:30 AM, local residents can have oneon-one conversations with Master Gardeners to learn the skills needed to establish their own green thumb at home. The garden has proven to be a tremendous resource for the community as it has taught locals planting techniques as well as identifying what varieties of vegetables and fruits grow best in the Schertz area. The garden is a great example of citizen volunteers assisted by the timely application of government support. Since the first crop in 2011 the garden has provided over 10 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables to the citizens of the county that needed help the most. That’s what a garden can produce. That is especially important because some lower income households do not always have access to those highquality fresh veggies and fruits. “It has been wonderful for us to have fresh vegetables to give to our clients,” said Jessie Fisher, RACAP program director. “People are trying to eat healthier and they are very happy to see that we have been able to supply an added bonus of fresh produce included in the grocery orders.”
In 2015, the number of families assisted with food aid was incredible; Immaculate Conception served an average of 95 families a month with food, and RACAP assisted 99 families a month. The quantity and quality of garden produce made a significant difference at those dinner tables. In addition to other donated food items, the garden produce was a welcomed addition to both charities. The amount of effort put into this garden is incredible, and as a result the variety of produce has been impressive: squash, tomatoes, cantaloupe, okra, beans, lettuce, broccoli, radishes, cabbage cauliflower, kale spinach, carrots and radishes as well as peaches, pears, strawberries and blackberries. The Master Gardeners plant in intervals so that as one crop ends production another is coming into season. The long South Texas growing season allows for spring, summer and fall plantings. For more information on the Demonstration Garden and the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners click on
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CIVIC NEWZ YOUR EXCLUSIVE SOURCE FOR NEWS FROM THE CITY OF SCHERTZ
Baldwin Scholarship Application Deadline April 29 The Hal Baldwin Scholarship encourages young people to consider public service and is named after the Schertz mayor who gave 30 years of service to the city. As Schertz residents beginning in the 1960s, Mayor Baldwin and wife Barbara saw the city grow from 5,000 residents to more than 30,000 and become San Antonio’s largest suburban city. Baldwin, a retired Air Force Senior Master Sergeant, served Schertz as an assistant city manager, civic volunteer, city councilman and then mayor ( for nearly 17 years).
In recognition of Baldwin’s long service, the Schertz City Council established his namesake scholarship to encourage high school seniors (public, private, or homeschooled) who are residents of Schertz to consider public service as a career path. The 2016 scholarship will be awarded on a competitive basis. The scholarship may be used for tuition or other fees or expenses for any postsecondary school that is accredited by a state, regional, or national accreditation agency and is a traditional 2 - or 4 year institution or other educational institution offering courses, degrees, or
other training suitable to a public service career. Applications for the Baldwin Scholarship can be downloaded from schertz. com or picked up at the following locations: Administration Bldg. No. 2 (Within the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway) City Hall – Bldg. No. 1 Public Affairs Office – Building No. 5 Schertz Public Library, 798 Schertz Parkway Completed applications must be received in the City Manager’s Office (Bldg. No. 2) by 5 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2016. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
For more information, contact Sarah Gonzalez at 210-619-1015 for by email at sgonzalez@schertz.com
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SSLGC To Name Structure After Mayor Baldwin At its February 18 meeting, the Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corp. board of directors voted to honor late Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin by naming a structure after him.
to name the High Volume Pump Station building after Mayor Baldwin and the Seguin Terminus Building at the Seguin Water Plant after Councilmember Weyel.
A memorandum from the water entity said: “The SSLGC was developed from an idea introduced and supported by a number of people. Those individuals are responsible for seeing the concept become a reality.”
The memorandum went on to say: “Mayor Baldwin was a critical player in the overall birth and success of the SSLGC. Naming of the High Volume Pump Station after Mayor Baldwin is another way of honoring him posthumously.”
And two of those pioneers were Mayor Baldwin and Seguin City Councilmember Rodger Weyel.
Several months ago, the SSLGC board asked staff to formulate a process for naming structures and large system equipment in honor of those who have
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spent their time in public service dedicated to the development and growth of the SSLGC water production and delivery system. The impetus for the action was the passing of Mayor Baldwin and Councilmember Weyel who, while serving lengthy terms as elected officials, were instrumental in birth of the SSLGC. After looking at how Schertz and Seguin, as well as other organizations name assets after residents, the SSLGC board adopted a new process in November last year.
SSLGC President and former Schertz City Council member Ken Greenwald is pleased with the naming action. He was among the Schertz and Seguin officials who acted boldly in the mid-to late 1990s in forming an alternative water supply to the Edwards Aquifer for their cities. “This is a fitting way for SSLGC to honor Mayor Baldwin and Councilmember Weyel who were so very important in helping develop dependable water sources for both cities for years to come,” Greenwald said.
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Schertz Soccer Complex Dedicated The newly-refurbished Schertz Soccer Complex was officially dedicated on Saturday, February 27th. Upgrades to the 42 acre facility include twelve (12) FIFA regulation soccer fields, restrooms and concession building, playground, lighting for two (2) fields, and sufficient parking for some 600+ vehicles. The ribbon-cutting event was scheduled several times last fall but bad weather forced cancellation each time. The weather was beautiful February 27th and the ceremony had a festive feeling. The dedication included honoring one of the soccer pioneers in this area - Carlos Roberto Rodriguez - who played at the site for many years.
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Schertz dignitaries attending the dedication included Mayor Michael Carpenter, Mayor Pro Tempe Cedric Edwards, Council Member Robin Thompson, City Manager John Kessel, and Parks Director Chuck Van Zandt. Special guests included Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance President Heather Hulbert and family and friends of Carlos Roberto Rodriguez. Mayor Carpenter and City Manager Kessel welcomed visitors and reflected on their own soccer experiences and praised the work of the soccer community and larger Schertz community in building a premier facility. The $3.68 million improvement 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 local and regional tournaments. The soccer complex upgrades were approved by Schertz voters in a 2010 bond issue that also gave the green light for adding three (3) more municipal baseball fields, an animal adoption facility, and a natatorium. After the official dedication of the soccer complex a related event was held - the dedication of a bench to Carlos Roberto Rodriguez and his legacy. Rodriguez is considered a pioneer and tireless advocate for soccer in this area.
A plaque on the bench said it is dedicated to Rodriguez “for his accomplishments in soccer” and is from John P. Motta, President of the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA). Those accomplishments include Rodriguez’ induction into the Texas State Soccer Association Hall of Fame and the USASA Hall of Fame. Peter Moore with the Lions Futball Club knew Rodriguez for many years and said the Lions FC and other soccer enthusiasts like Rodriguez played at the current site nearly 20 years ago when it was called Pepsi fields and privately owned. The City of Schertz later bought the site with the dream of making it into the premier venue it is today.
Reduce mosquito breeding areas around your home You can help reduce the risk of West Nile Virus. Eliminate stagnant water where mosquitoes lay their eggs. Mosquito larvae can develop in water that has been standing for more than four days. Follow these tips around your home. Keep your yard clean • remove discarded tire and clean up junk piles that collect water • cover containers or use lids to prevent water from collecting in the bottom of garbage cans • use screen or fine mesh to cover rain barrel • clean pet food and water bowls and store indoors when not in use
Always inspect swimming or wading pools and ponds • remove water that collects on pool covers • make sure the pool’s pump is circulating water • turn over wading pools when not in use • use a pump to circulate water in your pond
Eliminate stagnant water • clean up and empty water in toys, birdbaths, tires, flowerpots, wheelbarrows and other garden objects • drill holes in the bottoms of containers so water can’t collect • change water in birdbath frequently
Clean out eaves, gutters and drains • clear leaves, twigs and debris from eavestroughs, storm and roof gutters throughout the summer • make sure drainage ditch is not clogged • check flat roofs frequently for standing water
Maintain yards and lawns • fill in low depressions in lawn areas • eliminate standing water in gutters or storm drains to prevent small ponds • install screens over catch basins • grass clippings, leaves or other decaying debris such as apples or berries that fall from trees should be mulched to prevent organic matter from going into catch basins or storm sewers as food source for mosquito larvae • turn over compost frequently
Fix faucets and hoses • repair any leaks to faucets and hoses to prevent possible breeding sites • prevent water from pooling around downspouts and air conditioners
Repair window screens and screen doors • check window and door screens and repair any holes • ensure screens fit tightly into to window or door frames to prevent mosquitoes from getting inside • if you don’t have screens, try and keep windows closed between dusk and dawn • install screens on crawl spaces and attic vents
Please contact the City of Schertz Marshals Office, Environmental Health Division at 210.619.1650 for any questions or concerns.
Fight The Bite and Win Many people are itching to enjoy the beautiful weather now that Winter is officially gone, but some folks may just find themselves itching. With Spring and Summer come mosquitoes and all the harms that the insects carry. This year the Zika Virus - primarily spread through mosquitoes - is bringing alarming awareness nationwide.There have been a growing number of Zika Virus cases found in the San Antonio region and more cases are anticipated. Approximately 80 percent of people infected with the virus do not become ill. For those who do develop symptoms, illness is generally mild and typically lasts a few days to a week, the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) said. The most
common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The World Health Organization (WHO) stated that the virus is “spreading explosively” in the Americas. Because it’s been linked to birth defects in babies, the Center for Diseases (CDC) has issued travel warnings for pregnant women in countries where the disease has been found. Women who are pregnant are strongly encouraged to repel mosquitoes and cover up with lightweight clothing. It has been advised to take precautionary steps to protect yourselves and help reduce mosquitoes population - especially in your own backyard.
Following are tips TDSHS for protecting yourself from mosquitoes and controlling mosquitoes by limiting their breeding areas around your home: Protect yourself from mosquitoes. • Cover up with long-sleeved shirts and long pants • Keep mosquitoes out with air conditioning or intact window screens • Limit outdoor activities during peak mosquito times • Wear insect repellants Mosquito Control locally • At least weekly empty or get rid of cans, buckets, old tires, pots, plant saucers and other containers that hold water schertzmagazine.com
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City of Schertz in Emergency Alert Network The City of Schertz is participating with the Regional Emergency Alert Network (REAN) that notifies the public of any potential emergency - like extreme weather -in a targeted area. It is similar to, and connected with “SA Alert” in San Antonio and ”Tri-County Alert” in Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties.
Members of the public will be notified via voice, text, or email methods based on their registration information.
More information will be available soon on schertz.com. Please check the site often for updates.
Council-On-The-Go Draws Crowd
Rather than driving to the February 16 City Council meeting, a number of residents in northern Schertz walked from their homes to the first town hall like meeting, Council-On-The-Go. The Council-On-The-Go meeting was held at the North Center in the Northcliffe area. City Council meetings are normally held in the City Council Chambers located in the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway. More than 80 residents attended the meeting and heard updates on projects and issues in the city including: •
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Residents were given the chance to ask City staff questions regarding the topics discussed. Members of City departments - including Public Works, Engineering, Police, EMS and Marshal’s Office - held information tables for residents to gain topic specific information. Residents were encouraged to visit with City Council members after the meeting to discuss neighborhood concerns and needs. A number of residents expressed their appreciation for the convenient and timely access to City Council and Staff and the updates they received. Council-On-The-Go meetings will be held in other areas of the City in the future. Information on those meetings will be posted on schertz.com and various social media venues.
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Matt Troncoso (left) and Eber Busch were each presented 25-Year Service Pins
Pair Mark Combined 50 Years Serving Schertz Residents
EMS Supervisor Matt Troncoso and Water/ Wastewater Supervisor Eber Busch each received 25 -year service pins during the February 9 City Council meeting. Along with the pin, each was presented with a copy of the newest publication of the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee: A Photo History.
worked part time in the fledgling ambulance service while he earned his EMT certification. He switched to the EMS department and worked his way up to the ladder to EMS Supervisor. Today the EMS Department workload has increased five fold from 1990. It has a staff of 53 and 9 ambulances.
Both long-term employees started in 1990.
Matt met his wife, Fiona, in high school and they have four children and four grandchildren. He likes outdoor activities, particularly hunting, fishing and golfing.
Matt Troncoso began in Public Works, and also
Eber Busch started his career with the Water
Matt and Eber have played a big part in the history of Schertz over the past quarter century.
Department and worked his way up to his current position of Water/ Wastewater Supervisor. When he was hired by the the City three million gallons of water per day was being distributed – compared to today’s amount of six million gallons of water per day. Eber enjoys jet skiing at the coast and tinkering with electronics and vehicles. He will be married to his wife, Janie, 25 years this July and they have one daughter.
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PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Proclaiming the Gospel, Embracing the Doctrines of Grace
Proclaiming the Gospel, Embracing the Doctrines of Grace
City of Schertz Offers Chipping Service
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.
The City of Schertz provides a Curbside Chip service during the year for Schertz Residents. Chipping service will be performed on Fridays during normal business hours. It is the responsibility of the Resident to contact Public Works at 210.619.1800 or online to schedule appointments. Appointments for the week must be made by Thursday, at 3:00 PM. Appointments made after this time will be placed on the next week’s service. In the event of overload or inclement weather chip jobs not done Friday will be completed the following Monday. •
All Brush and Tree limbs must be at the front of the curb and stacked neatly for easy access (Parked Vehicles cleared of Brush Pile) with ABSOLUTELY NO TREE STUMPS PLACED ON TOP OF LIMB
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Any work performed by hiring of a contractor from resident will be the responsibility of resident to have contractor remove all limbs and debris. NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Community Budget Meeting Informing Residents Residents visit various information tables during the first of three community meetings on the early stages of the City’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-17 budget.
Looking Back April
Presented by the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee in the interest of historical perspective and community awareness of local historical legacies.
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During the first meeting held March 3 with staff members and get information. at Schertz United Methodist Church, Residents also shared their budget priority residents were able to interact directly ideas.
Quote of Note
Texas History
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act: the rest is merely tenacity” Amelia Earhart
Local History
On April 6, 1959, the City of Schertz purchased the city’s volunteer fire station along with the fire truck and accompanying equipment. The era of a fully professional fire protection service was begun.
In April 1862, the Confederate Congress passed a law that required all able-bodied white men between the ages of eighteen and thirty-five to serve in the Confederate army for three years. The German settlers of the Cibolo Valley were not supporters of slavery but did support states’ rights. Many German men joined the army while others either fled the area to avoid conscription (as did Sebastian Schertz) or joined the Union forces. There were Texas representatives fighting with the Confederacy at Gettysburg, PA.
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Annual Events: April
Movie in the Park - The Sandlot Saturday, April 2 Jazz N’ Blues in the Park Saturday, April 9 Volunteer Fair Thursday, April 14
May
Sweetheart Coronation Thursday, May 5
July
Jubilee Monday, July 4
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April 2016 Monday, 4
Library Advisory Board -7:00 PM Library Meeting Room 1
Tuesday,5
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Thursday,7
TSAC, 5:30 PM City Council Chambers
Tuesday, 12
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Wednesday, 13
Planning & Zoning, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Monday, 25
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 PM Bob Andrews Room
Monday, 25
Board Of Adjustment, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Tuesday, 26
City Council, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Wednesday, 27
Planning & Zoning, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Thursday, 28
EDC Board, 6:00 PM Council Chambers
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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