February 2022

BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

06 City Headlines

08 Parks & Recreation

12 Library

City Council

Ralph Gutierrez Mayor

Mark Davis Councilmember

Rosemary Scott Councilmember

Jill Whittaker Councilmember

Michael Dahle Councilmember

David Scagliola Councilmember

Allison Heyward Councilmember

Tim Brown Councilmember

Executive Team

Dr. Mark Browne City Manager

Brian James Assistant City Manager

Charles Kelm Assistant City Manager

Adrian Perez Executive Director

Sarah Gonzalez Assistant to the City Manager

Mission

Leading, improving, and serving a livable, sustainable, and financially sound community.

Vision

Community. Service. Opportunity.

Core Values

Treat others the way you would want to be treated. Do the right thing. Be the best you can. Work cooperatively as a team.

About Our Magazine

Schertz Magazine is a monthly popular lifestyle/entertainment/ community events publication wholly owned and operated by the City of Schertz and produced internally by the Schertz Public Affairs Department. It serves as the primary dissemination source for government information for a growing city of over 42,000 residents.

Today, Schertz Magazine is the leading publication in the Tri-County area with a circulation of 16,000 copies; including 14,000+ direct mailed and 500+ subscriptions from Austin through San Antonio and around the country (including dozens of out-of-state readers). The magazine is mailed to 15,000+ local households and over 1,000 businesses with hundreds of copies made available at local and regional banks, hospitals and clinics, schools, pharmacies, and restaurants.

34 Features

42 Around the Community

47 Calendar

FEATURES

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Clemens Alumni Frank Harris Leads UTSA to Championship Victory

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Corbett Jr. High Girls Basketball Team Scores

Big with Sleep in Heavenly Peace Project

CITY MANAGER FROM THE DESK OF THE

Hello Schertz residents, the New Year is off to a fast start and we have many items of interest in the February magazine. First, I would like to say a word about the recent spike in COVID cases in the area. Like the rest of the country, we have experienced rising cases in Schertz and Guadalupe County. I would like to take this opportunity to ask you to continue using good safety practices to limit the spread of disease. Wash hands often, remain socially distanced when possible, wear a mask if you desire, and we recommend getting the vaccine and/or your booster shots. Hopefully, this latest surge will end soon.

This month, the magazine will cover an award the City won from the Alamo Area Council of Governments for their “Project of the Year.” This award was given to Schertz for the COVID vaccination clinics that were conducted in the Schertz Civic Center from January to June 2021. The City provided over 35,000 vaccines to residents from around the San Antonio area and was instrumental in helping ease the number of cases of the virus. Literally hundreds of citizen volunteers, City of Schertz staff, and members of the local communities including health professionals from nearby cities assisted in ensuring these clinics were successful. We could not have done this work without all of these dedicated individuals!

The magazine also discusses the results of the recent citizen survey in which 90% of our residents were either satisfied or very satisfied with the quality of services in the City of Schertz. Residents also expressed areas of future improvement which included roads, parks and trails, and code enforcement. We are also pleased to be able to hold a “Council on the Go” on February 15 at John Paul II High School in North Schertz. This will be our first time to hold this event there and we look forward to sharing a lot of good information with our residents.

Finally, we recognize the accomplishments of one of the fine athletes in our city, Frank Harris, graduate of Clemens High School for his outstanding career as the quarterback for the UTSA Roadrunners, leading them to a great season this year and a bowl game appearance.

We appreciate serving the residents of Schertz and look forward to a great future for our City.

FEBRUARY 2022

PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY Public Affairs Department

Linda Klepper

Public Affairs Director

Devan Christensen

Communications Manager

Madison Porras

Marketing & Communications Specialist

Contributing Writers

Linda Klepper, Devan Christensen, Sarah Gonzalez, Madison Porras, Kira Villarreal, Leslie Blair, Stacey Lovett, Mary Spence, Michelle Yang, Casey Moeller, Vanessa DiCiolla, Tristan Perez

Contributing Photographers

Linda Klepper, Devan Christensen, Madison Porras, Stacey Lovett, Jared Montney, Jeff Huehn/UTSA Athletics, Sarah Manning, Dawnae Hinson, Clemens Athletics, GMFire Photography, Jamal Cooley/UTSA Athletics

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. © City of Schertz, Texas

The editorial office of Schertz Magazine is at 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas 78154. Call (210) 619-1600 / Fax (210) 619-1619 Website is Schertz.com

OFFICIAL FINE PRINT

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NEWS POLICY

Schertz Magazine encourages submission of news and event announcement items. News and event announcements must include contact name and contact phone number. Publication cannot be guaranteed. If you would like to submit an item to Schertz Magazine, email us at magazine@schertz.com or call us at (210) 619-1600.

The appearance of advertising in this publication does not constitute endorsement by the City of Schertz. All products and services advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental handicap, political affiliation or other non-merit factor of purchaser, user or patron.

Articles that appear in Schertz Magazine do not necessarily reflect the official position of the City of Schertz and does not constitute an endorsement therein. The appearance of any advertisement in Schertz Magazine does not constitute an endorsement of the goods or services advertised. Any publication of Schertz Magazine, whether draft or final is sole property of the City of Schertz and cannot be reproduced or distributed in any way, whether in print or electronically, without the express permission and written consent of the City of Schertz.

Dr. Mark Browne City Manager

mbrowne@schertz.com

UTSA Quarterback and Clemens High School Alum Frank Harris leads his team to the Championship victory and represents his hometown well.

Pickrell Park hosted the City’s first-ever New Year's Eve celebration on Friday, December 31, 2021! The New Year’s Eve Masquerade offered family-friendly activities and provided an evening of live music by ‘Culture Jam’, food vendors, and mask decorating. Thanks to the great weather, spectators were able to enjoy all that the evening offered as they rang in 2022 with a unique Ball Drop feature created by the Parks & Recreation team. Thank you to all who rang in the new year with us!

Congratulations to the mask contest winners!

CESO Pipes & Drums Performs During NFL Halftime Show

On January 2, the Combined Emergency Services Organization (CESO) Pipes and Drums band, including three members of Schertz EMS, had the opportunity to play for the huge crowd during the Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals game halftime show at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The Schertz EMS members that took part in this exciting event included Brandon Hill, Tyler Bowker, and David Retano. They were part of 14 total first responders that played during the halftime performance. The show was a very impactful way to honor first responders from across the nation as hundreds of them joined the band on the field during the performance.

Join the City of Schertz at the Kick Cancer Pep Rally and 5K Run, formerly the Wilenchik Walk for Life, on Saturday, March 5 as the community comes together to rally in support of the many cancer research programs of the UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center.

In 2009, the city hosted the inaugural 5K event in honor of former Schertz City Councilmember Tony Wilenchik. Tony was diagnosed in 2006 with Stage-4 Leiomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer. Tony’s determination to face the disease head-on motivated the city to create a fundraising event to help support cancer research. Since the walk began, more than $187,000.00 has been raised and donated to the UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center to aid in their research.

Kick Cancer will allow participants to celebrate cancer research, remember family members lost to cancer, and honor those still fighting.

LET’S KICK CANCER TOGETHER!

Check-in/Registration begins at 8:00

Welcome/Warm-up begins at 8:30 a.m. Walk/Runs begin at 9:00 a.m.

PRICING & INFO

1K Run - $10.00

5K Non-Timed Walk - $25

5K Run - $35.00

Signs of Love - $20.00

Registered participants will receive a custom race medal, event t-shirt, race bib if registered by February 15. Registration will remain open through March 5 (race t-shirts are not guaranteed).

Race goodie bags will be available Friday, March 4, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Schertz Parks & Recreation Office, 10 Commercial Place, Bldg 1. and Saturday, March 5 during the event.

Sponsors are welcome. If you are interested in sponsoring the Kick Cancer Pep Rally & Run, please call (210) 619-1850.

Registration will open January 3, 2022 through CivicRec or in person at the Parks & Recreation Office located at 10 Commercial Place, Bldg. 1. For more information call (210) 619-1850, or email parksandrec@schertz.com.

JUMPING INTO THE NEW YEAR!

Each year has brought more brave souls out to jump into the chilly waters for Schertz’s Polar Bear Plunge. The annual worldwide event has become a widely anticipated experience to ring in the new year with a little thrill and Schertz residents join in to make their own splash at Pickrell Park Pool. Over 50 jumpers pre-registered for this year’s plunge with a handful more joining at the door, including the YMCA sponsor staff and Schertz councilmember Tim Brown taking a dip. As participants wrapped up in their commemorative Polar Plunge 2022 towels, they were met with warm fireside treats of s’mores sponsored by Ira Gonzales of JP & Associates Realtors, hot cocoa from Poolcorp, and a generous donation of sandwiches from Jimmy John’s. The Polar Plunge kicks off a year of fun family friendly community events from Schertz Parks & Recreation and the Schertz Family YMCA.

GET READY TO VOLUNTEER!

Volunteering time and talents is a great way to give to the community, build self-esteem, share your skills, and make a positive impact in others’ lives. A variety of opportunities are available in the local area. Visit Schertz.com/Volunteer to sign up today.

Upcoming Opportunities

■ Feb 18 – 19: Dynamic Duos DO-OVER

■ March 5: Kick Cancer Pep Rally & 5K Run

■ March 26: Star Party

■ April 3: Movin on Main

THE NATURE DISCOVERY SERIES IS BACK!

Get your little ones outdoors to discover the exciting nature right in our own backyard. Kids are encouraged to explore, discover, and ask questions to help grow their knowledge of nature. This FREE program is designed for families with elementary-aged children, but older and younger siblings are also welcome. Texas Master Naturalist volunteers will lead the themed programs the second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. at Crescent Bend Nature Park. Attendees will meet at the first parking lot near the restroom building and the trailhead. Each 1-hour walk will be led in a small group and with staggered starts. Each month the Discovery program will have a parent engagement sheet to take home to explore nature in other parks or in the backyard. Pre-registration is required for all participants. Please arrive between 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. for staggered start times. Masks and social distancing between families are encouraged.

Feb 12 Discover Nature Journaling: Real naturalists record and remember

Mar 12 Discover What's Flying: Learn clues for looking at birds

April 9 Discover a Bug’s World: The world needs bugs

May 14 Discover What's Buzzing & Blooming: Functions of flowers, bees, and butterflies

June 11 Discover the Forest: Every living thing has a role in the forest

July 9 Discover Clues and Traces: Find what animals leave behind

Sep 10 Discover Horns and Thorns: Staying alive is tough

Oct 8 Discover Dinosaur Tracks: Tracks tell tales

Nov 12 Discover Early Texans: When kids knew how to live off the land

SCHERTZ PARKS & REC TEAMS UP WITH SCHERTZ PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR INTERACTIVE GARDEN

Schertz Parks & Recreation has teamed up with the Schertz Public Library to create an interactive garden in the library courtyard. This first iteration of the interactive garden is a sensory garden. There is something for all 5 senses. A sampling of the sensory garden includes a lamb’s ear for touch, chimes (are coming) to hear, lettuce to taste, ornamental cabbage to see, and French lavender to smell. The community was invited to come and help plant the garden on Saturday, December 11. A local horticulturist designed the garden and was available to guide the children on how to plant each item, share information, and answer questions. Going forward Parks and Rec will maintain the garden, and the garden will change seasonally. Currently the plan for the summer is to turn the garden into a salsa garden (tomatoes, onions, cilantro, etc.)! We hope you will come out and enjoy this new feature!

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WINTER READING CHALLENGE 2022

Light Up Your World Winter Reading Challenge will conclude on Saturday, February 5. Turn in your completed reading log by February 5 at 6:00 p.m. to be entered to win a raffle prize. If you completed the program, please be sure to stop by the library to collect your completion prize! For more information about the Winter Reading Challenge and to fill out the raffle entry form, please visit Schertz.com/wrc.

EXTREME BOOK NERD 2021

Our year-long Extreme Book Nerd Reading Challenge for 2022 will begin on Tuesday, February 1. The Extreme Book Nerd Challenge is a year-long reading challenge that encourages participants to read throughout the year, try new genres, and read subjects you wouldn’t normally pick up on your own. For more information about the book nerd reading challenge visit Schertz.com/booknerd, Participants who completed the 2021 challenge will be notified when prizes are available at the library for pickup.

CLOUDLIBRARY

SCHERTZ AREA GENEALOGY

The Schertz Library has a genealogy room which is open to the public. They also have the library edition of Ancestry available on their computers, accessible with a current Schertz Library card number. The Schertz Area Genealogy group meets on the first Tuesday of every month, at the Schertz Public Library. The meetings are held 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in Library Meeting Room 1 with speakers or general discussion about worldwide research.

Have you ever used the cloudLibrary app? Not only can you check out e-books and e-audiobooks, but you can also use the app to check out physical items when in the Library building! If you’ve ever wanted to grab and go, the cloudLibrary app can help you bypass the lines at Circulation.

To get started 1) Download the app on your smartphone 2) Log-in with your library card 3) Scan the barcode of physical items at the Library and 4) Take physical items to an information desk to place on a cloudLibrary pad and you’re set!

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

VALENTINE’S DAY QIGONG FLOW AT THE LIBRARY

LEGO® LAB

SEW LET IT BEE: LIBRARY QUILT BEE

Join us for a few fun hours of quilting! The Quilt Bee meets on the second Tuesday and third Saturday of each month in Library Meeting Room 1. The bee is perfect for advanced quilters as well as those interested in getting started! Join us Tuesday, February 8 from 12 - 3 p.m. and Saturday, February 19 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. This program is for adults 18+. Visit the calendar for more details at Schertz. com/adultcalendar.

POETRY OPEN MIC

Join us for a relaxed and friendly open mic poetry night on Thursday, February 10 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in Library Meeting Room 1. This open mic will give poets the opportunity to socialize and network with other writers. Everyone is invited to come enjoy the work of our local poets. Sign-up for readers will be available the night of the program. The library holds an open mic event once a month on the second Thursday.

SCRAPBOOK AND PAPER CRAFTING CROP

Join us on the fourth Sunday of each month from 12 – 5 p.m. in the Program Room for a paper crafting meet-up. Visit the calendar for more details at Schertz. com/adultcalendar.

Join us for a special heart-centered practice this Valentine’s Day. Qigong at the library is intended for adults 18+ and led by local certified instructor, Jennifer Eash. The program will be held Monday, February 14 at 10:30 a.m. in the Library Courtyard. This month What is Qigong? Pronounced "chee gong", it is an ancient Chinese practice inspired by nature. Qigong means "energy skill" or "energy work", and is an extremely diverse practice that helps you develop skills in working with your own energy, expanding your self-awareness of your connection to yourself, other people, and the world around you. We will be using gentle, guided, standing practices, combining breath with movement, to remove old energy and bring in fresh energy, supporting you in developing more strength, resilience, agility, and focus. No additional equipment is required. Visit the calendar for more details at Schertz.com/ adultcalendar.

STORY & SWIM TIME

The Schertz Family YMCA and the Schertz Public Library invite children ages 6 and younger to join our Story & Swim time. Ms. April presents story time followed by a craft or activity. We end the morning with swim time with a certified instructor. Join us the first Friday of every month September through May from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Space is limited and registration is required. Sign up at the YMCA Welcome Center. Parents are required to participate with child(ren) and accompany them in the pool.

YOUTH PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Attendance is FREE, but we do ask that you sign up in advance (or be prepared to sign in at the door). To register, visit our program calendar and click on the program you plan to attend at Schertz. com/youthcalendar.

Think you're a master LEGO® builder? Join other LEGO® enthusiasts at the library and hone your skills. Our monthly events include a themed LEGO® build, where you can create your own masterpiece! You may even find your work on display in the library. This program is open to elementary age children and their siblings. LEGOS® are provided, just bring your imagination! Join us the first Saturday of the month from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Find the link to register on our online calendar at Schertz.com/youthcalendar.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Preschool Storytimes are appropriate for children ages 3-6 years with an accompanying adult. This program is a language-rich experience with books and songs for children who are getting ready for school. Participants will receive a take-home craft after storytime. Join us Tuesday mornings at 10:15 a.m. Registration is required. Register at Schertz.com/youthcalendar.

TODDLER STORYTIME

Toddler Storytime is for library users between the ages of 20 months to 3 years with an accompanying adult. We will share fingerplays, songs, stories, and rhymes. Participants will receive a take-home craft after storytime. Join us Wednesday mornings at 10:15 a.m. Registration is required. Register at Schertz.com/youthcalendar.

BABY & ME STORYTIME

Baby & Me Storytime is for our youngest library users, those from birth to 24 months with an accompanying adult. We will share short stories, songs, and rhymes. Join us Thursday mornings at 10:15 a.m. Registration is required. Register at Schertz.com/youthcalendar.

For a comprehensive listing of all library events please visit SchertzLibrary.org.

City Headlines

Think Heart-Healthy for American Heart Month

Each February, the American Heart Association celebrates American Heart Month by motivating Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent heart disease. Focusing on your heart health has never been more important. People with poor cardiovascular health are also at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

Check out this information from Schertz EMS to help inform our residents about heart disease and the great importance of practicing heart-healthy habits.

Heart disease remains the number 1 cause of death in the United States. Approximately every 40 seconds an American will have a heart attack.

Your heart muscle needs oxygen to survive. A heart attack occurs when the blood flow that brings oxygen to the heart muscle is severely reduced or cut off completely. This happens because coronary arteries that supply the heart muscle with blood flow can become narrowed from a buildup of fat, cholesterol, and other substances that together are called plaque. This slow process is known as atherosclerosis.

When a heart attack occurs, the heart muscle that has lost blood supply begins to suffer injury. The amount of damage to the heart muscle depends on the size of the area supplied by the blocked artery and the time between injury and treatment. The heart is a very tough organ. Even though a part of it may have been severely injured, the rest of the heart keeps working. But, because of the damage, your heart may be weakened, and unable to pump as much blood as usual. With proper treatment and lifestyle changes after a heart attack, further damage can be limited or prevented.

Do not wait to get help if you experience any of these heart attack warning signs. Some heart attacks are sudden and intense. But most start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Pay attention to your body and call 911 if you experience:

Chest pain or discomfort that may feel like a squeezing, dull, sharp, or crushing pain. Pain that travels to one or both arms,

neck, back, jaw, or stomach. You may become short of breath and break out in a cold sweat. Men and women have some similar signs and symptoms like chest pain, but women are more likely to have shortness of breath, back or jaw pain, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

With sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), the heart malfunctions and suddenly stops beating unexpectedly. Sudden cardiac arrest is an electrical problem.

A heart attack can cause cardiac arrest. In cardiac arrest (also called sudden cardiac death or SCD), death results when the heart suddenly stops working properly. This is caused by irregular heart rhythms called arrhythmias.

The most common arrhythmia in cardiac arrest is ventricular fibrillation. This is when the heart’s lower chambers suddenly start beating chaotically and do not pump blood. Death occurs within minutes after the heart stops.

Cardiac arrest may be reversed if CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is performed and a defibrillator is used within minutes to shock the heart and restore a normal heart rhythm. To prevent any of things from occurring, it is important to implement daily habits that will help you live a heart-healthy lifestyle. For more information on American Heart Month and information on heart health go to Heart.org.

Sewer Averaging

Sewer averaging for the winter months began November 1, 2021, and will continue through March 15, 2022, for cycle billing. Water usage over this period determines your sewer charge for the next billing year, which begins April 1. The water usage readings will be averaged and the average per thousand-gallon usage per month will be multiplied by $4.75. The final calculation result will be your sewer charge for the next 12 months. If

RESIDENTS WITH AN AVERAGE BELOW 12,000 GALLONS

That total will be added to the base rate of $14.43 for residents with an average below 12,000 gallons.

RESIDENTS WITH AN AVERAGE GREATER THAN 12,001 GALLONS

The first 12,000 gallons will be multiplied by $4.75 and the portion of the average above 12,000 gallons will be multiplied by $10.79 and that total will be added to the base rate of $14.43 for residential use.

DID YOU KNOW?

REMINDING RESIDENTS OF CITY PROVIDED SERVICES AND RESOURCES

CHECK WITH YOUR HOA BEFORE GETTING A PERMIT

Did you know you can check with your local Homeowners Association (HOA) before pulling a city permit? This will help you find out if your request is in compliance with the HOA policy and architectural requirements before going through the permitting process. For a full list of HOA contact information, go to Schertz.com and under the Community tab go to Resident Resources.

VIEW ROAD PROJECT UPDATES

Did you know that the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has a blog where you can take a look at all TxDOT road projects going on in the greater San Antonio region? Blog posts include information on public meetings and hearings, active and upcoming projects, and road closures due to construction. Go to txdotsanantonio.blogspot.com to take a look and make sure to check back regularly to see what they are working on in our area!

LOOKING FOR TALENTED INDIVIDUALS

Did you know the City of Schertz is hiring? You can find a wide variety of job opportunities with the City of Schertz by going to Schertz.com/Jobs. Questions? Please call (210) 619-1150 or email HR@schertz.com. Apply today and join our team!

UNDERSTANDING THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

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LONG-RANGE PLANNING

The first step in the roadway construction process is to determine the needs of each road whether that is preservation of the existing pavement, rehabilitation, or full reconstruction.

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PRIORITIZATION

The second step is to prioritize the roads based on their pavement condition index rating. Staff also considers if other infrastructure projects such as water or sewer line replacement are needed to help prevent newly improved roads from being torn up during maintenance of infrastructure. Once roadway projects are prioritized, the amount of funding available will determine how many projects will be done within the Fiscal Year.

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PLANNING FOR CONSTRUCTION

Construction schedules are determined and finalized with the awarded contractor. Schedules are created based on several factors including available materials and equipment, workforce, and seasonal weather conditions (certain types of road resurfacing may need to be done in warmer months).

BID PROCESS

Once the final projects are selected, staff works with Purchasing to competitively bid out the work. An evaluation team will review and evaluate the bids that are received, and the highest-rated vendor is awarded the project after City Council approval.

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PROJECT DESIGN

After the roadways are prioritized and the projects to be done are identified, staff develops a scope of work for each roadway and contracts with an engineering firm to design the projects. With the final design, the engineering firm will also provide an estimated cost for the project construction. At this time staff reevaluates funding available against the estimated cost to determine the final list of projects that will go out to bid.

Challenges Facing the Industry

The construction industry is currently experiencing an unprecedented mix of rising materials prices, supply chain issues, and staffing difficulties for contractors to be able to complete projects on budget and on time. These factors are not easily predicted which can cause unforeseen delays in the construction timeline.

CONSTRUCTION

When constructions starts on a project, staff works with the contractor to address any challenges or delays they might experience. Staff also works with Public Affairs to provide communication and updates to the public as they come available. Construction completion will also be communicated.

SCHERTZ PROJECT

SCHERTZ PARTNERS WITH GUADALUPE COUNTY FOR ECKHARDT ROAD REPAIRS

The City of Schertz and Guadalupe County are collaborating to repair approximately 10,520 linear feet of Eckhardt Road from just south of the Cypress Point Subdivision to the end of the Schertz city limits. This project is expected to begin in the Without this city-county collaboration, Eckhardt Rd. would

A POTHOLE IS 3' X 3' OR SMALLER. WE'LL FIX IT IN 5 TO 7 BUSINESS DAYS!

how we Communicate

Through various forms of communication, Schertz Public Affairs staff aims to be the primary source of City information. Our goal is to disseminate accurate and timely information to residents and the media during emergency and non-emergency situations.

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Schertz Magazine is a monthly popular lifestyle, entertainment, and community events publication wholly owned and operated by the City of Schertz and produced internally by the Schertz Public Affairs Department. Schertz Magazine serves as the primary source of city information and reaches over 60,000 people. It is printed and mailed to every household and is also available online at Schertz.com/SchertzMagazine.

SCHERTZ.COM

Schertz.com gives residents the most up-to-date information on city news as well as provides ease of access to online payments, meeting and event details, and information on all city services.

SOCIAL MEDIA

The City of Schertz utilizes several social media platforms to promote city events, programs, and services. Make sure to follow the City of Schertz on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and check out the channels for several other city departments as well!

CITY HEADLINES

City Headlines is a bi-weekly email newsletter with updates on everything going on in our city. Subscribe to receive City Headlines, the most current news and information about what's going on in the City of Schertz. Sign up at Schertz.com/CityHeadlines!

City Headlines

Schertz EDC Helps Grow Industrial Workforce

The Schertz Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is excited to roll out a new Twitter account focused on assisting manufacturing, logistics and other industrial employers to raise awareness about available job opportunities in Schertz. Schertz industrial park employers have grown over the years, both in number as well as in total workforce. These local companies support an ever-growing regional economy while attracting in-demand skill sets to the community. By utilizing @SchertzJobs on Twitter as a job-seeking tool, you are instantly able to view Schertz industrial job opportunities in one place, along with links and helpful tips on what industrial park employers are looking for in an employee.

Are you an excellent candidate or know someone who is?

Follow @SchertzJobs on Twitter for the most up-to-date available positions in the Schertz industrial park and be sure to retweet posts so your network can see what’s available.

City Headlines

Street Sweeping Schedule Update

Maintaining roadways, drainage channels, and other infrastructure systems are a high priority for Schertz Public Works Streets and Drainage Divisions. One way the city does this is through preventative maintenance measures including monthly street sweeping. City street sweepers clean almost 356 lane miles of roadway, including lanes on FM 3009 and FM 78.

LEAVES! KEEP THEM OUT

Check out the Monthly Street Sweeping Schedule to see when your roads will be swept. For more information or if you have any questions, contact Public Works at (210) 619-1800 or go to Schertz.com/streets.

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of streets and storm drains to prevent flooding or damage to our street sweepers

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Monthly Street Sweeping Schedule

City of Schertz Receives AACOG Government Project of the Year Award

The Alamo Area Council of Governments recently announced their 2021 AACOG Regional Award recipients who were honored during the AACOG Area Council and Board of Directors Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.

The City of Schertz was honored to receive the 2021 Government Project of the Year Award for the City’s COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics that were held in early 2021. Mayor Gutierrez was able to attend the awards luncheon and accept this noteworthy award.

This award honors government projects that have contributed to the betterment of the region, and are given annually to completed governmental entity-based projects that have significantly impacted the community for the better. The nominations were scored by a committee of 6 AACOG Board members on the following criteria:

■ Overall Project Description – Describe the individual, project, or effort; explain the 5 W’s (Who, What, Where, When, Why).

■ Overall Impact on the Community/Region – Explain how this project benefits the residents of the respective community and/or the greater Alamo Area

■ Measurable Achievements – Provide quantitative data reflecting the success of the individual’s efforts or program’s goals. Describe how many residents were positively impacted, reached, communicated to, etc.

■ Partnerships Developed – Describe and list any collaboration with community organizations, governmental agencies, churches, or other organized groups that aided to the success of this individual’s efforts or project.

“I’m filled with sincere appreciation, gratitude, and pride for the countless volunteers, 1st responders, and city staffers that collectively and selflessly joined in the effort to do the right thing during a time of need,” says Mayor Gutierrez. “So many collaborated to put over 35,000 vaccines in the arms of the community. It is with great pride the City of Schertz accepts the prestigious award, AACOG Government Project Of The Year.”

Annual Spring Clean Up

March 5 – 20, 2022

Drop Off at Republic Services Site

Items dropped off here will be free of charge to residents as a service paid for by the City of Schertz. The Drop off Site will be open March 5 – 20, 2022. Hazardous items and tires may only be dropped off on the weekend of March 19 – 20. Drop offs may be made at the Republic Services temporary collection point, 125 Pecan Drive, Schertz, TX 78154 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Please follow entry and exit signs, and guidance from the staff manning the event. ENTRY TO THIS SITE IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS DURING THIS CITY-SPONSORED SPRING CLEAN-UP EVENT.

Please Remember

Year-round, Republic Services will pick up household waste not covered under their normal collection service, such as lumber, major appliances, furniture, and other types of bulk waste. This may incur an additional fee (prices determined by Republic Services). If you have questions regarding the details, please call City of Schertz Utility Billing Department at (210) 619-1000.

Residents are able to drop off brush and limbs at 125 Pecan Drive, free of charge, DURING THE 2 WEEK CLEAN-UP EVENT ONLY.

What You Need To Know

The Spring Clean-Up is restricted to Schertz residents only. Spring Clean-Up activities do not apply to commercial/rental property clean-ups, large property clean-up, lot or acreage clean-up, or lot and property land clearing. Commercial tree trimmers are not eligible for this service.

A current City of Schertz utility bill (showing that the City of Schertz is your current garbage collector) and proper identification are required when making a drop-off. Commercial waste will not be accepted.

Limits

Household waste and yard waste only. Maximum of 2 pick-up truck loads per household or a maximum of 1 trailer load per household. Trailers are not to exceed 16’ long x 4’ high in size.

1. Couches, Stoves, Computers/Monitors, etc. that ARE NOT HAZARDOUS can be dropped off, free of charge, during the cleanup, Monday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

2. Applianc es will be ACCEPTED FREE ONLY IF Freon tank is removed and certified by a technician. Any questions concerning the Freon tank removal, please contact Republic Services.

3. TVs WILL NOT be accepted during regular or hazardous drop off.

Hazardous Items/Tires Drop Off March 19 – 20, 2022

Hazardous Items/Tires and Drop off Times

1. HAZARD OUS ITEMS and TIRES may be dropped off ONLY on the weekend of March 19 – 20

2. Tires are limited to eight (8) per household.

3. Hazardous waste includes but is not limited to:

a. Ins ecticides, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, chemicals, cleaning and bleach products, swimming pool cleaners and chemicals

b. Enamel and latex paints in cans and aerosol dispensers, varnish and stains, paint thinners and removers, acetone, etc. These items will have a combined 20 gallon limit per household.

c. TIRES are considered hazardous.

d. Tires on rims, or wheels, commercial vehicle tires, tractor tires, and heavy equipment tires WILL NOT be accepted.

e. Hazardous waste such as us ed automotive and cooking oils, filters and batteries. Oils will have a combined 20 gallon limit per household.

f. Empty propane tanks up to seven (7) gallons –VALVE MUST BE ENTIRELY REMOVED.

Items NOT accepted at any time: mercury, explosives, radioactive material, medical waste, freezers, compressed gas, ammunition, PCB’s or dioxins, air conditioners, gunpowder, smoke detectors, business waste.

Questions? For more information about the Spring Clean-Up and what will and will not be accepted, please call Republic Services at (210) 304-2787 or Schertz Public Works at (210) 619-1800. You may also dial 311 within the City of Schertz. The City of Schertz and Republic Services are not responsible for damage to vehicles or injury to citizens during this event. The City of Schertz and Republic Services reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for not following the rules of the clean-up.

Positive Results for the 2021 Citizen Satisfaction Survey

Over the past five years, the City of Schertz has conducted three Citizen Satisfaction Surveys to measure how well the City is meeting the needs of residents and to gain valuable feedback regarding City programs and services. ETC Institute, which was contracted by the City to conduct the 2016 and 2019 surveys, recently conducted the City's third Citizen Satisfaction Survey in 2021. The survey was mailed, emailed, and texted to randomly selected households and holds a margin of error of 4.7%. The results of the most recent survey continue to indicate that most residents were “very satisfied” or “satisfied” with the overall quality of services provided by the City of Schertz.

The 2021 Survey highlights include:

■ Residents have a Very Positive perception of the City

90% are satisfied with the overall quality of services provided by the City

Schertz Fire Station #3 Wins 2021 Firehouse Station Design Award

Schertz Fire Station #3, completed in November 2019, was recently awarded the Career 2 Silver award in the 2021 Firehouse Station Design Awards. The annual Firehouse Station Design Awards showcase fire and emergency services facilities. This year, sixtyfour entries, across seven categories, were submitted by 45 architects/construction companies from across the United States. Fire Station #3 is over 13,000 square feet and was designed by Brown Reynolds Watford (BRW) Architects. With the addition of this station, the Schertz Fire Department can avoid problematic railroad and highway crossings, which results in average response times being cut in half.

Located at 11917 Lower Seguin Road, Fire Station #3 houses several apparatus including an engine, brush truck, reserve engine, and space for a Schertz EMS ambulance. The station features full living quarters for twelve firefighters and six paramedics, offices for staff, a radio/watch office, and a 1,500 square-foot community meeting room that can be used by

– 89% are satisfied with the overall quality of life in Schertz

■ Satisfaction with city services is much higher in Schertz than other communities

– Overall satisfaction with the quality of City services rated 31% above the U.S. Average

– Overall satisfaction with the customer service from city employees is 28% above the U.S. average

■ Top Community Priorities Identified in the survey:

– Traffic – Planning for Rapid Growth

– Road Repair/Maintenance/Expansion

– Enforcing Codes and Ordinances

For more information and to view the survey results go to Schertz.com.

homeowners associations for meetings or as classrooms for staff and the general public. Cancer in firefighters is a growing issue. In order to protect firefighters, the station also includes several cancer prevention features that are implemented throughout the station.

Firehouse notes, “The sleek lines of the shed roof and the contrast that’s created by an amalgamation of natural and industrial materials create a modern look that complements both the commercial facilities and the residences that are within this development. Natural daylight and warm finishes soften the building and create a welcoming, public-facing station.”

City Honored for Planning Excellence for Eighth Year in a Row

The City of Schertz was recently awarded the Certificate of Achievement for the Richard R. Lillie, FAICP Program for Planning Excellence by the Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). The Planning & Community Development Department Planning Division has received the Planning Excellence award every year since 2014 and was one of 34 Texas cities to receive the award for 2021. This award recognizes a commitment to professional planning by City Administration, Elected and Appointed Officials, and exemplary professional standards demonstrated by the Planning Staff. The Texas Chapter of the APA continues its program of recognizing planning excellence in municipalities throughout the State. Evaluation criteria include the level of training of Planning Commissioners and professional staff, professional qualifications of the planning staff, breadth and currency of master plan components, and completion of other planningrelated projects. The goals of the program include:

■ Increasing community awareness of the importance of planning,

■ Recognizing planning departments which meet certain professional requirements,

■ Recognizing planning efforts that have achieved community support,

■ Encouraging the funding of professional training for Planning Commissioners and staff, and

■ Aiding economic development and community image. Please join us in congratulating our outstanding Planning Division for their hard work and dedication to excellence in planning!

Public Works Prepares for Cold Weather

As winter weather approaches, Schertz Public Works is getting ready! Currently staff is preparing by fueling all vehicles and equipment, as well as filling the fuel storage at the city yards. They are also conducting maintenance on the chat rock spreader to ensure it is fully operable and will fill a dump truck with chat rock to be dispensed on icy roads at a moment’s notice. In addition, the City has chat rock in storage that will be available to use city-wide, as well as on the TxDOT roadways within the Schertz city limits.

The water department has installed heat tape heaters on all tank level transmitters to protect tank level data in freezing

temperatures. This was an issue during the February 2021 freeze since the transmitters froze and we were unable to read the levels in many of the tanks. Also, since the February 2021 freeze, the City has upgraded and reworked the chlorine feed system at the Naco water storage tank to ensure it will work properly in the event of an emergency. Another major improvement is the addition of a secondary feed from the Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corporation (SSLGC) at the Corbett elevated tank allowing for more reliable water sources to the city.

With these preparations and precautions in place, the city should be better prepared for any winter storms.

CHIPPING SERVICES

The City of Schertz provides a Residential Curbside Chipping service. Chipping service will be performed on Tuesdays during normal business hours. In the event of unforeseen delays, including weather, chipping jobs not done on the scheduled Tuesday will be completed the next possible business day. You may sign up for an appointment online at Schertz.com/chipping. Appointments will be scheduled according to availability.

DO DON'T

■ All brush and tree limbs must be at the front of the curb of the billing address.

■ Stack brush and tree limbs neatly for easy access

■ All brush must be curbside by 7:30 am on the date of the scheduled service.

■ Park vehicles away from the brush pile.

■ Stumps must be cut 18 inches in length and less than 12 inches in diameter (or split in half) in order for pickup and MUST be placed in a separate pile along the curb. Stumps will not be chipped but must be accessible and able to be lifted by a single person in order to be removed from the location.

■ Brush piles MUST fall within the following dimensions: 5 ft. in height x 20 ft. in length x 7 ft. in width.

■ Do not place tree stumps on top of limbs.

■ Do not stack brush piles more than 5 ft. high.

■ Branches and limbs must not exceed 7 ft. in length.

■ Limbs cannot be more than 6 in. in diameter

■ The following items WILL NOT be picked up:

– Lumber

– Palm trees

– Cactus of any kind

– Bamboo

– Banana trees

– Palmetto bushes

– Limbs, trees, or bushes with any type of thorns attached

– Household trash, etc.

■ There is no lot clearing allowed. NO EXCEPTIONS.

This is a residential service only and any work performed by a contractor will be the responsibility of the resident to have the contractor remove all limbs and debris. City employees will not go onto private property to drag brush and/or tree limbs to the curb, they will not enter alleys, easements, or undeveloped lots to chip brush. Chips will not be shoveled out of the truck or shot into resident’s yard with the chipper.

A fee of $40 will appear on the customer's water bill for the pickup of a single brush pile according to the outlined dimensions. If you have any questions, please call (210) 619-1800 or go to Schertz.com/chipping for more information.

Clemens Alumni Frank Harris Leads UTSA to Championship Victory

By: Kira Villarreall

If the most effective leaders are the ones with the ability to bring out the best in their teams, then the success of UTSA Roadrunners quarterback Frank Harris should come as no surprise to anyone who has known, coached, or played with him. A native of the San Antonio area and a graduate of Clemens High School, Harris spent his childhood in Converse and Schertz. And while he has long been known locally as a star athlete, this past season at UTSA has propelled him and his team to new heights, gaining well-deserved national recognition.

But long before he led UTSA to an incredible 12-2 season in 2021, Harris was a five-year-old in Converse who liked to watch his neighbor practice football. This was an older student - a varsity player at Judson High School and someone that Harris admired as a role model. He would see his neighbor wearing his uniform on his way to a game and imagined that one day he would play in high school as well. He also liked to watch college football and recalls the 2006 Rose Bowl between USC and Texas as an event that sparked his interest in the game and made him a fan of Vince Young, just one of the many players who inspired him to play quarterback.

As a child, Harris played in youth leagues in Converse. Initially, he was a receiver and sometimes played defense, but it was always his dream to play quarterback, and as he got older, he gradually narrowed his focus to playing quarterback exclusively. His dad also encouraged him to focus on playing quarterback, after seeing his leadership skills, and Harris says it’s the leadership aspect of the position that really appealed to him initially. “I really liked the feeling of being the one with the ball in my hands, making the decisions,” he said.

Harris’s family moved to Schertz as he was starting high school, so he attended Clemens, where he played freshman football and then moved on to play varsity for the next three years. According to Clemens head coach Jared Johnston, Harris stood out immediately as a star player, and not just for his athletic ability.

“The first time I ever saw him play, I knew he was going to be good,” said Johnston. “He’s one of the most athletic players I’ve coached in the past twenty years, but what really made him stand out was his ability to make everyone else better.”

After a few successful seasons, including several playoff appearances, the college offers started coming in during his Junior year, and Harris faced an exciting but tough decision. Ultimately, he would select UTSA over the others, including some larger schools with more established programs. Looking back, Harris says it’s the best decision he ever made.

One of the factors that influenced his decision was his close relationship with his family. He had an older brother who served in the Navy and told him how difficult it had been to be away from family and friends. He’d also been impressed with how UTSA’s football program had been growing in recent years and thought it would be incredible as a local to be part of that growth.

Coach Johnston agreed. “We knew the kids that were signing from the local area because we had played against them and they were really talented,” said Johnston. “We talked about how cool it would be if he could help UTSA become even more successful and grow their local fan base.”

Now, Harris has an enthusiastic group that can always be counted on to show up and cheer for him and the team. His parents attend every one of his games, regardless of where they are played, and he has a large group of local family and friends who attend all his home games.

Once he made the decision to attend UTSA, Harris did his best to recruit other top players from the area as well. “It’s really important to me to be representing

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I don’t want to be remembered as a great football player, I want to be remembered as a great person, so that’s why I do what I do.

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the local community and to be one of the first players to stay close to home,” he said. “Once I committed, I started recruiting people that I grew up with and influencing others to stay here and go to UTSA.”

Given the success of the team over the past few years, and particularly during the past season, it seems likely that UTSA will continue to attract more top talent from the local area and beyond. The team finished the 2021 season with their best-ever record of 12-2 as well as their first-ever conference title. Harris says that he wasn’t surprised by this result, as he had always expected the team to enjoy this kind of success once they had a few years of experience playing together.

He also credits the coaching staff at UTSA for creating a culture that brings out the best in the individual players and allows them to excel as a team. In particular, he says that Head Coach Jeff Traylor’s ‘culture pillars’ of integrity, passion, mental and physical toughness, selflessness, and perfect effort aren’t just traits that the team strives to embody as players. They are guiding principles that define how they try to live their lives both on and off the field.

“Last season was the first time with the new coaching staff, and we needed some time to get to know each other, but we always had the talent,” he said. “Once we were older and more developed, our success wasn’t that much of a surprise.”

With the recent success comes lots of attention, in the form of both national media attention for the team and an impressive list of awards for Harris himself. He says that the whole team is getting recognized in public more often these days and that whenever they wear their UTSA gear, people will often come up to them and ask if they are on the team. Among his fans, Harris can also now count the neighbor who he admired for his playing skills many years ago. “I was a fan of his and he texted me the

other day and told me that he’s now a fan of mine, so it’s nice how things have come full circle,” he said.

When he’s not playing football or training, Harris likes to spend time with his friends and his girlfriend and like a true Texan, he enjoys hunting. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Sociology in May 2021 and is currently working on a master’s degree in Public Administration, which he will continue to pursue throughout his final playing season in 2022. Following his final season with UTSA, he hopes to have a successful professional football career but says that he hasn’t put all his hopes in football and understands the importance of having a well-rounded education and a backup plan.

Above all, Harris is determined not to let success go to his head, and he remains humble and grateful for the opportunities he’s been given. It’s particularly important to him to give back to the community that supported him, and he notes that interacting with kids and young players is one of the best parts of his athletic career.

“I want to use my platform to be a role model for the younger generation and to give back to the community,” he said. “I don’t want to be remembered as a great football player, I want to be remembered as a great person, so that’s why I do what I do.”

Corbett Jr. High Girls Basketball Team Scores Big with Sleep in Heavenly Peace Project

By: Leslie Blair

The Ray D. Corbett Jr. High School Girls’ Basketball team have challenged the Judson Middle School girls’ basketball team to show off their skills--not with the ball, but with drills and screwdrivers. The Corbett girls challenged their rivals (via a lively video) to participate in a community service project that helps ensure every child in the San Antonio area who needs a bed gets one.

The Saturday before Thanksgiving Stefanie McAliley, the Corbett Jr. High assistant athletic coordinator and girls’ basketball coach, took 80 girls from the basketball team and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, parents, and siblings to a build day with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, San Antonio chapter. McAliley commended the girls and their families, “They basically gave up the first day of their Thanksgiving break to participate.”

The nationwide Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a nonprofit with chapters in 42 states and Bermuda, making sure that children don’t have to sleep on the floor. It is estimated that 2-3 percent of the children in the U.S. don’t have beds, which could lead to lack of sleep, joint problems, back problems, and lack of selfesteem, according to the nonprofit. Along with a bunk bed, the organization gives children sheets, blankets, and pillows— everything they need for a good night’s sleep.

The basketball players were beyond enthusiastic about their experience participating in the largest build day the San Antonio chapter had ever had and they truly enjoyed wielding power tools.

Fifty children in the Schertz area needed beds and had been preapproved to get them. The Corbett student-athletes wanted to

help. That Saturday they built 51 beds, 124 rails, and then 78 safety rails. Just before Christmas, the chapter delivered a total of 220 beds to kids in need.

One player, Leila, said, “It’s super cool that you get knowledge about your community. You learn there are actually people within my community without things and I can actually help them get those things. So I don’t just have to acknowledge that they’re suffering, I could help them.”

London, another player, said, “I think people should volunteer and do this more. Because kids don’t have beds and their parents might be struggling or have financial problems. It will give them the relief that they don’t have to worry about how their child does not have a bed or have to sleep on the floor. So I’m very glad that we did this to help so many people that are in our town.”

When asked if they would do it again, they all agreed—in chorus—that they would love to do so.

McAliley is a strong believer in community service. “People who can give back should give back,” she said. She herself served on the board of Sleep in Heavenly Peace for five years.

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“Community service is not in most students’ vocabulary. Once you talk with students and show them a community need, then it becomes important. Especially if they can see a difference right away,” she said.

And experts agree that the earlier a student gets involved in community service the better. Their length of experience can lead to higher-level positions within an organization and elevate their college and job applications. Additional benefits include the real-life skills they can obtain working outside the classroom, including improved communication, problemsolving, and leadership skills.

The next Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build that the students will participate in is January 29. Soccer players and band members will be joining girls basketball athletes this time around.

“Basketball is loving the bed builds,” said McAliley. And she proudly points to the volleyball teams’ efforts to help with cancer awareness with Pink Out games. “One project a season is not too much to ask,” she said.

McAliley explained that giving back without expecting anything in return is a learned skill. “As an educator, I hope this one lesson sticks with my student-athletes for a lifetime.”

AROUND THE COMMUNITY

A Season to Remember: Clemens and Steele Fall Sports Comes to an End, Here’s What Happened

By Tristan Perez

Samuel Clemens and Byron P. Steele high schools’ fall sports are concluding their seasons for the school year. Clemens and Steele are famous for many sports, but now it’s time to go over the main events of the fall season.

The final scores for Clemens’ varsity volleyball were not exactly the best, only winning 7 out of 16 games facing New Braunfels, South SA, Wagner, East Central, and Judson. Steele won 12 out of 17 games against Judson, South SA, Clemens, Brennan, New Braunfels, Wagner, and East Central. Steele also went to compete in the UIL 2021 Texas Volleyball State Championships, but lost 3-0 to Reagan. One athlete says Clemens went out on a high note. “I think it was a good season, it was also a long one. I enjoyed playing with everyone, and the whole team improved this season. I will approach next season with the mindset that we can win by encouraging each other and holding each other up,” said Isabella Andrews (09), Clemens varsity volleyball player.

Time to talk about varsity football. Clemens has seen much better days, however Steele was nearly undefeated with only one loss. Clemens won 2 out of 10 games against Judson and South SA, and most impressively beat South SA 41-7. Steele also beat South SA 56-6, looks like South SA got their fair share. Sports such as swim, tennis, and cross country are sometimes overlooked while hiding in the shadow of the big sports like football and volleyball, but they also have good seasons according to a swim athlete.

“My season on the swim team was really good, it was probably my best season out of my entire high school career. Next year is my senior year so I’m going to make my final year a good one. I’m

super proud of my team this season, everyone is improving and doing amazing, and I’m looking forward to a great season next year as well,” said Kayley Echols (11), Steele swimmer.

Clemens’ and Steele’s varsity boys basketball had a good run with Clemens winning 5 out of 6 games and Steele winning 7 out of 12 games. Girls’ varsity basketball also did a great job with Clemens winning 10 out of 14 games and Steele winning 8 out of 14 games.

2021’s fall season sports came back into the spotlight after dealing with a horrible pandemic, and now the athletes are ready to take on the next season after warming up in the fall.

Dr. Mark Penshorn welcomes Dr. Cody Strahler as his new partner in dentistry.

Dr. Mark Penshorn welcomes Dr. Cody Strahler as his new partner in dentistry.

Dr. Mark Penshorn welcomes Dr. Cody Strahler as his new partner in dentistry.

If you are looking for a new dentist, come see Dr. Cody Strahler or Dr. Mark Penshorn

Dr. Mark Penshorn welcomes Dr. Cody Strahler as his new partner in dentistry.

Dr. Strahler is accepting new patients and also expands our services to include implant placements, wisdom tooth extractions , sedation, and smile makeovers.

Dr. Strahler is accepting new patients and also expands our services to include implant placements, wisdom tooth extractions , sedation, and smile makeovers.

Dr. Strahler is accepting new patients and also expands our services to include implant placements, wisdom tooth extractions , sedation, and smile makeovers.

Come see us at 2501 FM 3009.

Dr Strahler is accepting new patients and also expands our services to include implant placements, wisdom tooth extractions, sedation, and smile makeovers.

Come see us at 2501 FM 3009.

Both doctors are accepting new patients. We have expanded our services to include implant placements, wisdom tooth extractions, sedation, and smile makeovers in addition to crowns, dentures and the general dental procedures we have always done.

Come see us at 2501 FM 3009.

Come see us at 2501 FM 3009.

Call us at 210-659-1379

Call us at 210-659-1379

Call us at 210-659-1379

Call us at 210-659-1379

Check our website for more information on Dr. Strahler at www.drpenshorn.com

Check our website for more information on Dr. Strahler at www.drpenshorn.com

Come see us at 2501 FM 3009. Call us at 210-659-1379 or look us up at www.drpenshorn.com

Check our website for more information on Dr Strahler at www.drpenshorn.com

Check our website for more information on Dr. Strahler at www.drpenshorn.com

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS STREAMING ON YOUTUBE

Watch and participate in Schertz City Council Meetings from the comfort of your own home.

Every 1st, 2nd, and 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM Residents to be Heard

Email City Secretary, Brenda Dennis, at bdennis@schertz.com

Cody Strahler, DDS

Mark Penshorn, DDS

Cody Strahler, DDS

Mark Penshorn, DDS

Cody Strahler, DDS

Mark Penshorn, DDS

Cody Strahler, DDS

Mark Penshorn, DDS

Cody Strahler, DDS

Mark Penshorn, DDS

LOOKING BACK February

QUOTE OF NOTE

“Love

LOCAL HISTORY

From the earliest beginnings, Schertz was an agricultural community. During the Spanish colonial period of the 18th century, the area was occupied by one of the three farms/ranches called Mount (Monte) Galvan (aka: Galban) that was under the management of the Spanish mission of San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo). According to historian, Dr. Felix D. Almaraz, Jr., the Monte Galvan ranch was thought to be situated 15 miles northeast of Valero Mission on the banks of Cibolo Creek. This would be the location of Schertz-Cibolo-Selma. It was on that ranch that thousands of livestock were raised and fed on the grasses of the large cattle pastures in that region. It was the task of Mount Galvan to supply food to Mission San Antonio de Valero. By 2014, there is an ever-dwindling portion of Schertz that is agricultural land. The influx of business and residential developments over the last 50+ years has left limited amounts of rural agricultural land available.

TEXAS HISTORY

After the Civil War, the United States entered the era of Reconstruction, during which former Confederate States had to meet certain conditions for readmission into the Union. This including recognizing the U. S. constitutional amendments that ended slavery and rewriting their state constitutions. Nine African Americans were delegates to the 1868 Constitutional Convention. One of these delegates, George T. Ruby, was elected to the Texas Senate a year later, becoming the first African American to serve in the legislature. Texas was readmitted to the United States on March 30, 1870.

Presented by the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee in the interest of historical perspective and community awareness of local historical legacies.

IMPORTANT SCHERTZ CONTACT INFO

Schertz City Council

Mayor:

Ralph Gutierrez (210) 619-1040

ralphgutierrez@schertz.com

Council Members:

Mark Davis (210) 376-9141

markdavis@schertz.com

Rosemary Scott (210) 419-8472

rscott@schertz.com

Jill Whittaker (210) 846-8768

jwhittaker@schertz.com

Michael Dahle (210) 419-9337

mdahle@schertz.com

David Scagliola (830) 606-1130

davidscagliola@schertz.com

Allison Heyward (210) 608-9543

allisonheyward@schertz.com

Tim Brown (210) 608-2381

timbrown@schertz.com

City Departments: City of Schertz/311 (210) 619-1000

Animal Services (210) 619-1550

City Manager (210) 619-1000

City Secretary (210) 619-1030

Civic Center (210) 619-1600

Economic Development (210) 619-1070

EMS (non-emergency) (210) 619-1400

Fire (non-emergency) (210) 619-1300

Inspections (210) 619-1750

Municipal Court (210) 619-1500

Parks & Recreation (210) 619-1850

Planning & Zoning (210) 619-1780

Police (non-emergency) (210) 619-1274

Police Records (210) 619-1200

Public Affairs (210) 619-1600

Public Library (210) 619-1700

Public Works (210) 619-1800

Records (210) 619-1030

Trash & Recycling (210) 619-1100

Utility Billing (210) 619-1100

is when the other person’s happiness is more important than your own.”

– H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

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• Up to $24,000 Entrance Fee Discount (based on unit choice)

• Moving Allowance

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