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I am a husband, father and grandfather.

I married Dina Gonzalez more than 20 years ago.

We have 5 children and 4 grandchildren.

I am a mentor. I never went to college but we stressed its importance in our home. All of our children are university graduates.

I am a local investor.

In Starr County, our healthcare businesses employ more people than Wal-Mart and HEB. We’ve brought doctors to Starr County, including a children’s cardiologist.

We’ve invested millions in local real estate development and paid hundreds of thousands in city, school and county property taxes.

We regularly and proudly donate our own money (not the county’s money) to local causes.

I am from Starr County.

My roots are in Precinct 4. I grew up on Ringgold Street. My dad, Eduardo “Baldo” Peña was a police officer, and my mom Alberta “Betcha” was a school custodian.

I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST YOUR SUPPORT THIS COMING MARCH, 2018.

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The Rio Grande City CISD Office of Federal Programs and the Family and Community Engagement Program organized a district wide donation drive benefiting those affected by Hurricane Harvey which made landfall near Houston, Texas leaving catastrophic flooding in its wake. Students, parents and staff members donated clothing, canned food, hygiene products, and bottled water. On Friday, September 1, 2017, with the help of Border Patrol Agents, the first of several trailers was packed and sent on its way to Houston, Texas. Oh behalf of the RGCCISD School Board of Trustees, administration and staff, we would like to thank everyone for their donations.

Ezequiel Lopez participated at the Regional Meet in Edinburg and placed 1st in the 1600 Meter Run, 2nd in the 800 meter dash, and Anchored the Mile Relay good for 2nd place. He qualified for the State Meet in McAllen and placed 8th in the 800 meter dash and the Mile Relay also.

He qualified for the National Meet by placing 3rd at state meet in the 1600 meter run which is the Mile Run. At National’s he dominated the 800 meter dash and also the 1500 meter dash. On behalf of Dr. Mario E. Ramirez Elementary administration and staff, we would like to congratulate Ezequiel on his amazing accomplishments!

RGC HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1998 - 20th Class Reunion - October 28, 2017

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GHS Volleyball Helps with Hurricane Relief RGCCISD Office of Federal Programs Family and Community

Grulla High School Volleyball Varsity, JV, and Freshmen girls had a short practice this past week because they concentrated their efforts on the mission at hand. They were determined to gather and organize all the donations that were given to them to help out Hurricane Harvey victims. A big thank you to all the Volleyball players and coaches for their participation in this huge relief effort for our fellow Texans. #TexasStrong #LadyGators #GivingBack

Engagement Hosted Free a Back to School Haircuts Events

The Rio Grande City CISD Office of Federal Programs Family & Community Engagement in collaboration with the Career & Technology and the Cosmetology Department hosted a Free Back to School Haircuts event at the Parental Involvement Center in Fort Ringgold. The event was an absolute success with 20 barbers and hairstyles giving complementary haircuts to over 140 students. The first 60 students received backpacks donated by various community entities and individuals. Also, hosted a Free Back to School Haircuts event at the Grulla High School Cafetorium. The event was an absolute success with 18 barbers and hairstyles giving complementary haircuts

to 100 students. The first 100 students received backpacks donated by various community entities and individuals.

On behalf of the Rio Grande City CISD School Board of Trustees, administration and staff we would like to thank everyone who’s efforts made this event possible.

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North Grammar Elementary Students Starr County Communities working on Local Mitigation Plan Received Back to School Gifts

Starr County Emergency Management Coordinator Ramiro Sarabia hosted a 2 day Local Mitigation Planning Workshop at the Starr County Courthouse Annex. The meeting is focused on formulating a Mitigation Plan, building team planning, hazard identification process, risk assessment, mitigation strategies and much more. Participants will receive TCOLE, TFMA and APS Certification hours. The course is being taught by Raymond Mejia, CPP, CFM-Mitigation Planner and Lorena Reyes with the Texas Division of Emergency Management out of Austin, TX. The committee is comprised of staff from Starr County, local municipalities, school districts, and first responders.

Attendance Matters! Several very Lucky Longhorns received an amazing surprise for being present on the First Day of School.

Approximately a week before the school year began, Mr. Rigo Briceño generously donated backpacks filled with school supplies, as well as several gift cards to be used as incentives for the students of North Grammar Elementary.

On the first day of school, NGE Principal, Ms. Nora Rivera, along with Assistant Principal, Mrs. Mary Lou Garcia, visited each classroom and gave each student a raffle ticket which was filled out and collected at the end of the day. The following day, during a live, televised announcement, Ms. Rivera called out the lucky winners who had the opportunity

Growing fruitful crops and children

By Jessica Domel As thousands of Texas school children head back to their classrooms, I can’t help but think about this wonderful crop our nation is growing. Our students today are our future tomorrow.

Like the seeds we plant for corn, cotton, sorghum and more, children must be nurtured properly in order to grow and succeed.

Each crop, and child, needs something different to excel.

As parents, educators and loved ones, it’s our job to help the children find what’s right for them. They need a good environment, healthy foods and steady encouragement along the way.

Not all conditions are ideal.

Sometimes there’s storms. But, like farmers, we must do all we can to help our future crop grow.

We pray. We help our neighbors. And we do what we can when we can.

Sometimes we have to give a crop a little boost. Sometimes we have to try something different in order to succeed.

There’s no one recipe for success. What works for me may not work for you.

And in the end, sometimes it’s up to the child, and the plant, to push through on their own.

There’s so many variables in life and in farming. But one thing is for sure, hard work pays off.

After all, at the end of a growing cycle when harvest finally rolls around, isn’t it nice to see the product of a season’s work?

Here’s wishing you a happy and fruitful school year, Texas!

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to thank Mr. Briceño in person and pose for a photo with him and NGE administration.

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Briceño for felt donation, to remind all family that MATTERS!

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WEDNESDAY SEPT. 6TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †DOMINGO V. PEÑA by Su Esposa y Familia †ESTEBAN GARCIA (2ND AN.)

by Esposa, Hijas y Nietos INTENCION ESPECIAL POR LUIS ALBERTO ANDRADE TANGUMA by Parents THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 7TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †POMPILLO VALERA by Patiño Family †SANTOS L. LOPEZ (27TH AN.)

by Lopez Family †ELIDA R. GARZA by Family †ESTELA G. GUAJARDO by Family FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF 6:00 P.M. †EDNA M. HERNANDEZ

by Husband, Son & Family

†CARMEN O. GARZA (11TH AN.) by Family †SILVESTRA & JOSE MARIA VILLARREAL (AN.) by Gregoria & Family †CHAYSE OLIVAREZ in memory of Danny Gomez, Jr.(†) SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †REBECCA SEPULVEDA

by Celinda Salinas & Family †BLAS PEDRO SAENZ by Lydia Garza Saenz †ABEL S. SAENZ by Wife & Family †MARIA GARCIA by Family †JOHN ADAM POPE, III

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Protecting health during post-disaster clean-up, before the storm hits Ringgold Elementary Held Their “Welcome Back Staff Meeting” If you haven’t had a tetanus vaccine in the past 10 years, get vaccinated because people can get infected with tetanus disease while cleaning up after storms.

The bacteria that cause tetanus commonly can be found in soil, manure and dust, and infection can occur through punctures and even small scratches.

ASPR leads HHS in preparing the nation to respond to and recover from adverse health

effects of emergencies, supporting communities’ ability to withstand adversity, strengthening health and response systems, and enhancing national health security. HHS is the principal federal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.

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animals or pets should make sure to have enough water, food, and medications (if needed) for their pets to last until several days after the storm.

Planning for medical care in case of evacuation.

Make sure you have the necessary medical paperwork with you, including your insurance cards, list of your current medications, list of any drug allergies, and contact information for your physicians.

If you need to evacuate, determine where you would go Ringgold Elementary held their “Welcome Back Staff Meeting” on Friday, August 18, 2017 at the to receive medical care at that Ringgold Elementary Library. New Principal Idani S. Salinas took the opportunity to get to know her staff location. and share her and Assistant Principal Pedro O. Peña’s vision for the 2017-2017 school year. The staff at Ringgold Elementary are very excited for the start of the new school year and the opportunity to enhance Pida a los 3 Ángeles the lives of all their students.

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A los tres días publique esta oración. Aunque no crea mire que pasa el cuarto día.

Anniversary Mass In Loving Memory of

Francisco Panchito Garza and Marisela Garza Carvajal Every September When Marisela Was Born And Every March When Panchito Was Born My Love Grows Stronger My Missing Of Him My Missing Of Her How Do The Days Pass How Do The Years Pass I Don’t Know How And I Don’t Tell The Days And They Years That They Can Pass That I Have Always Wanted Time To Stop on September 9, 1999 and March 8, 1987 I Want You Mari My Beloved Mari I Want You Panchito My Beloved Panchito To Be Very Happy In Heaven I Know God Needed You To Do Some Very Special Things With Him That Is Why You Are There With Him You Are Here In My Heart Always I Love You

Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday September 13, 2017 - 6:00 PM Immaculate Conception Church We Love You And Miss You Always

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NOVENA “Miraculous Prayer” Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favor). Take it, Dear Jesus, and place it within your own heart, where your Father sees it. Then, in your merciful eyes it will become your favor, not mine.

Amen.

Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favor will be granted.

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Media Release for Free and Reduced-Price Meals Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) The Roma Independent School District and Roma High School, Roma Middle School, Ramiro Barrera Middle School, Y.B. Escobar Elementary, F.J. Scott Elementary, R.T. Barrera Elementary, Emma Vera Elementary, Roel & Celia Elementary, Veterans Memorial Elementary, and Instruction and Guidance announced today a change to its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2017-2018 school year. Schools qualifying to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) provide breakfast and lunch to all children at no charge and eliminate the collection of meal applications for free, reduced-price, and paid student meals. This new approach reduces burdens for both families and school administrators and helps ensure that students receive nutritious meals.

For additional information please contact the following person: Roma Independent School District Attention: Juan Jesus Trevino RD,LD Child Nutrition Department 608 N. Garcia St Roma, Texas 78584, (956) 849 3891 jjtrevino@romaisd.com In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regula�ons and policies, this ins�tu�on is prohibited from discrimina�ng on the basis of race, color, na�onal origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retalia�on for prior civil rights ac�vity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabili�es who require alterna�ve means of communica�on for program informa�on (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

Addi�onally, program informa�on is available in languages other than English. To file a complaint alleging discrimina�on, complete the USDA Program Discrimina�on Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at h�p://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office or write a le�er addressed to USDA and provide in the le�er all of the informa�on requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or le�er to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 fax: (202) 690-7442; or email: program.intake@usda. gov. This ins�tu�on is an equal opportunity provider.

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21st Annual United Way of South Texas Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary is off to an Back to School in Style Shopping Spree UPLIFTING start for the 2017-2018 school year!

Rio Grande City CISD middle school students and staff participated in the 21st Annual United Way of South Texas Back to School in Style Shopping Spree at Target in Mission, Texas.

Over 120 students from several Rio Grande Valley School Districts were invited to attend.

Rio Grande City CISD sent 17 middle school students from Veterans Middle School, Ac2E Middle School, Grulla Middle School and Ringgold Middle School as well as 4 district administrators as chaperones and 5 invited guests as shopping buddies for the students.

Each student is paired with a shopping buddy and given a $150.00 Target gift card to purchase clothing, under garments, hygiene products and other school items, at the end of their purchase each student was given a back pack filled with school supplies. There were also

18 barbers and hairstylists on hand giving complementary back to school haircuts.

On behalf of the Rio Grande City CISD School Board of Trustees, administration and staff

we would like once again thank United Way of South Texas for all their efforts to enrich the lives of the students in our community, we look forward to a continued long and prosperous partnership.

The RGE Faculty took part in a balloon game designed to show the power of being positive during their first staff meeting of the new school year. Excitement and laughter filled the building as the teachers worked together to keep their POSITIVE balloons in the air! Mrs. Laura Barrera, Principal, and Mr. Miguel Guerrero, Assistant Principal, treated the staff to a delicious cake and home-made pan-de-polvo for a time of fellowship and reconnecting with one another after the summer break.

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Preparing before a storm for your medical needs Guillen Announces Wins From Special Session If you regularly take prescription medicines, check your inventory. If you are low on prescription medicine, check into the possibility of refilling your prescriptions early.

If you take medications that need to be refrigerated, talk with your doctor about how to keep them properly stored if the electricity goes out so the medicine remains effective.

If you have a doctor’s appointment scheduled during the immediate time period during or after the storm for a health condition that requires regular monitoring or follow up, call your

doctor’s office to see if you should reschedule your appointment before the storm hits.

For those who use oxygen concentrators, ventilators, or other medical devices at home, start making plans to ensure your equipment is fully charged and know where to go if the battery does not work. If you use a dialysis center, talk with your doctor or staff at the center about coming in for early dialysis and where to go if the center is closed after the storm.

If you have chronic or complicated health issues and live alone make sure you have

a plan to touch base with your family or friends. They will want to know that you are alright or if you need help. Letting your relatives know your plans also prevents them from going into storm-hit areas to search for you, putting themselves in harm’s way.

Make sure to have enough drinkable water available to prevent dehydration.

Also, if you have special dietary requirements, you should have enough on hand to last several days after the storm.

To learn more, visit PHE.gov.

Highlights Retired Teacher Healthcare and Public Ed Funding

Representative Ryan Guillen (D - Rural South Texas), along with his fellow Representatives, ended the Special Session after passing important legislation on issues including reducing retired teacher’s health insurance costs and increasing education funding.

“During the special session, we made some positive strides.” said Guillen. “We secured $300 million for public education, $212 million for retired teachers, and we cracked down on mail-in ballot fraud.”

H.B. 21, signed into law earlier this month, puts over $300 million towards public schools.

This includes measures to phase

out the “small-size district adjustment,” a formula that decreases state funding to small school districts, as well as increased funding for schools to teach students with autism and dyslexia. H.B. 21 also contains a provision appropriating an additional $212 million to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas’ health plan coverage for teachers, also called TRSCare. The money is earmarked to reduce deductibles, and some premiums, for teachers on the plan.

In a win for Texas mothers, the legislature, with Guillen as a sponsor, passed S.B. 17,

Public No�ce

The County of Starr is giving no�ce of the county’s intent to submit an applica�on for the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program – 2017/2018 Colonia Fund: Construc�on (CFC) grant request of $500,000.00 for Street/Road Improvements in Starr County. The Applica�on is available for review at the Starr County Federal and State Programs Office, 100 N. FM 3167, Suite 220, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, during regular business hours. Para obtener una copia en Español, Communiques con Maricela Ibarra, Federal and State Office Director, al (956) 716-4800 Ext. 4840.

extending the work of the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force. The task force works to reduce maternal mortality in Texas. Guillen also supported passage of S.B. 5, which increases penalties and strengthens mail-in ballot laws to help prevent election fraud, and S.B. 20 and S.B. 60, which extend the sunset date for the boards that license doctors, social workers, and others.

“I am proud of all the hard work the legislature put in to pass these measures,” Guillen remarked, “and I look forward to continue working to further help address the critical needs of South Texas.”

Serving ten rural South Texas counties in the Texas House of Representatives, Ryan Guillen is known for his hard work, fierce independence, and relentless efforts for South Texas families. Recently, Capitol Inside called him a “House Bill Machine,” and a “one-person assembly line for legislation.”

Since elected, few other legislators have passed more bills than Guillen. Sign up for updates at ryanguillen.com, facebook.com/ representative.guillen, and twitter. com/ryanguillen

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Rattlers Have High Expectations For Exceptional 2017 Football Season By Kenneth Roberts, Freelance Writer With their most experienced team in several years, the Rio Grande City Rattlers are eagerly preparing for the upcoming 2017 football season with strong expectations that they will achieve a playoff berth and perhaps even win a district title in the highly competitive District 31-5A. In 2016, the Rattlers surpassed the expectations of many gridiron forecasters with a 6-4 overall record and a 4-4 district mark, including a victory over eventual champion Laredo Nixon. They were on track to gain a playoff berth before coming up short in their final two games against strong Mission Veterans and Sharyland High teams.

Head Coach Aaron Garcia, about to start his second season as the Rattler football skipper, insisted, “Our goal this year is to win the district championship, and we believe we’re fully capable of doing that and that we have the talent to achieve that goal...I fully expect the Rattlers to be in the mix for the district title. I think we can potentially be as good as any team in the district.” “We’ll need to stay healthy; we learned last year we can play with anybody,” emphasized Garcia. “We’ll need to finish games on a strong note...

We do have an experienced team returning, and they have a great familiarity with the systems introduced last year. We have five starters returning on offense and eight returning on defense.” In its 2017 preseason edition, Texas

Football magazine lists the Rattlers as returning six offensive and seven defensive starters.

The coach commented, “Our kids have been working hard and are considerably ahead of where they were this time last year...Our kids and parents are really committed, and attendance and enthusiasm at preseason workouts has been really good.” Garcia explained that “we’ll again be running a spread offense. A big positive is that two of five offensive line starters return, and we return two other offensive linemen that saw significant action last year...We have some new faces at running back that should provide more potency to the running game.”

The Rattlers began their 2017 season on the road on Thursday evening, Aug. 31 at 7 p.m. against the La Joya Coyotes.

The Rattlers’ first home game and district opener will take place on Friday evening, Sept. 15 against the Valley View Tigers.

Rep. Cuellar Announces $1.56 Million in Federal Funding for Starr County Law Enforcement Starr was awarded funds as part of Operation Stonegarden program in the Department of Homeland Security

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) announced that Starr County has received $1.56 million in federal funds from the Department of Homeland Security’s Stonegarden program to support local law enforcement for equipment and over-time pay.

Statewide, Texas received $19.73 million in law enforcement funding of the $55 Million nationwide.

“These additional funds will help reimburse local law enforcement as they work with the federal government to help provide protection of our southern border. As a Member of the Appropriations Committee, I have worked to ensure that the hard working men and women providing services and protection have the resources and support they need to get the job done.

Since 2009, Starr County has received over $10 million in Operation Stonegarden funds. I

PUBLIC NOTICE This is to serve as notice that VTX1 is in the process of fulfilling compliance requirements for construction of a 190-foot FCC tower located near 5298 FM 1017, San Isidro, Texas 78588. Comments are sought on the effect of the proposed FCC tower on historic properties within the viewshed of the tower per the Nationwide Programmatic Agreement of March 7, 2005, under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. For comments, fax to: Rodrigo Apolinario (956) 642-1051.

want to thank the Starr County Sheriff, Rene Fuentes, and the men and women who secure our border communities,” said Congressman Cuellar.

“I thank Congressman Henry Cuellar and the federal government for providing Starr County with these funds and allowing us to enhance our community’s security apparatus.

Starr County Sheriff Rene

Fuentes said. “These dollars go a long way in our mission of keeping our community safe. We will use these funds to fortify our existing structure and identify new practices to continue to make Starr County one of the safest Counties in all of Texas.”

The FY 2015 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) program provides $55,000,000 to enhance cooperation and coordination

among local, tribal, territorial, State, and Federal law enforcement agencies in a joint mission to secure the United States’ borders along routes of ingress from international borders to include travel corridors in States bordering Mexico and Canada, as well as States and territories with international water borders.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR DEPOSITORY FOR MUNICIPAL FUNDS PURSUANT TO V.T.C.A. LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE CHAPTER 105 FOR THE CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, TEXAS

Notice is hereby given that the City of Rio Grande City is requesting proposals for depository contract. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes addressed to Leonel Cantu, Finance Director, City Hall, 5332 U. S. Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 and be received and date stamped at City Hall no later than 3:00 p.m., Friday, September 22, 2017. Copies of the Depository Proposal can be downloaded from the City’s website at www.cityofrgc.com or obtained by calling City Hall at (956) 487-0672. The City of Rio Grande City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to accept the proposal it considers most advantageous to the City, and at its discretion to waive any defect or informality in the proposal.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR CATERING SERVICES Starr County is soliciting sealed bids for catering services for the Starr County Nutrition Program. Centers to be served are: San Isidro, Rio Grande City, Roma and Salineño.

Bid Packets may be picked up starting Wednesday September 6, 2017 from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. at Federal & State Office located at 100 N. FM 3167 Suite 220 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 (Starr County Courthouse Annex).

Bids shall be addressed to Starr County Judge; Honorable County Judge , Eloy Vera; 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582. Bids shall be received until 10:00am, September 15, 2017. Shortly thereafter all submitted bids will be gathered and taken to the Starr County Courthouse Annex Conference Room #211 to be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the closing time will be rejected and returned to the bidder unopened. Conditional bids will not be accepted. Bids sent via facsimile shall not be accepted. Bids shall be sealed and prominently marked on the lower left hand corner of bid envelope with corresponding bid number and project title as follows: Starr County Nutrition Program For more information please contact Marisol de la Garza, Nutrition Program Manager at (956) 716-4800.

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City of Escobares Notice of Public Hearing Park Grant Application The City of Escobares, Texas, will hold a public hearing at 5:30 P.M. on September 13, 2017, in the City Hall, 4829 Old Highway 83, Escobares, TX 78584, regarding submission of a grant application to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPW).

Topics to be discussed include the application for $75,000 to improve the City’s Park, eligible activities, and match requirements. The application will be submitted to TPW no later than Oct. 1, 2017. The application will be available for review at the City Hall after the hearing date. Written public comment regarding the application will be accepted at the address above until Sept. 29, 2017. Disabled individuals who wish to attend the hearing and who need special assistance should contact City Hall at (956) 847-1200 by 12 P.M. on the day before the meeting. **********************************************************************************************

City of Escobares Floodplains and Wetlands Early Public Notice

The City of Escobares is considering submission of an application to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Local Park Grant Program for funds to improve the City’s Park. A portion of the construction site may be located in the 100-year flood plain or in or adjacent to wetlands. The flood map and project information may be obtained by calling the city secretary’s office at (956) 847-1200. The City will accept written public comments regarding alternatives to the project and minimizing adverse impacts until Sept. 29, 2017, by mailing them to Mayor Noel Escobar, PO Box 907, Escobares, TX 78584.

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Day Cowboys” cooking teams is the first official entry in this year’s Fajita Cookoff. The event will be held on Saturday October 21st at the Basillio V. Municipal Park in Rio Grande City. Crazy cooking teams will compete in 5 categories all indigenous of deep South Texas; Pan De Campo, Frijoles a la Charra, Mollejas, Traditional Fajitas & Gourmet Fajitas.

“There are thousands of cookoffs across the country, but there are no others that have these categories”, said Christopher Julian, Event Producer. “And we are celebrating the birthplace of the fajita, deep South Texas & the hometown of the Vaquero, Rio Grande City”, Julian proclaimed.

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Roma High Teachers Show Teamwork Judge Vera met with Congressman Cuellar’s Staff Representatives from the Office Congressman Henry Cuellar in Obstacle Course Competition of- Mr. Ryan Ehly-Legislative Director and Ms. Nichole Hernandez-Outreach Coordinator met with Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, Chief Larry Fuentes and Major Carlos Delgado from Starr County Sheriff’s Office to discuss pending grant projects, legislative issues and available grants.

The Roma High School Instructional Team showed their commitment to teamwork and leadership skill building by making the rounds at the Roma High JROTC Program’s Obstacle Course just before the open of school. They had a lot of fun and helped each other out the whole morning long.

The teachers certainly didn’t shy away from showing their students and community that they could do this. Roma ISD can certainly report that we have some excellent leaders and teachers at Roma High School ready to work together for an awesome school year in 20172018! We thank them for all they did to get prepared!

A huge thanks to the students of the Roma High School JROTC Program and Lt. Col. Luis Barrera for helping organize the event on a very hot August morning.

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Texas Delta Theta Master of Beta Sigma Phi new officers installed for 2017-19 at their last meeting of the chapter year, are ready and excited for a new chapter year. Installed in a beautiful ceremony conducted by Josie Guerra, far right, were Diana Pena, president; Tissa Peterson, vice-president; Nelda Laurel, secretary; Alma Gloria T. Gonzalez, treasurer; Vangie Anderson, corresponding secretary; Becky Canales, parliamentarian; and Josie Guerra, extension officer.

The Rio Grande City CISD Also taking part in the ceremony were members Rosie Garcia, Moni Police Department/Security Palacio, Elda Hinojosa, and Celia Barrera. The installation ceremony held their yearly Back to School and final meeting of the club year were held in the home of outgoing Staff Meeting followed by their president, Becky Canales. yearly Sexual Harassment Class presented by RGCCISD Human Resources Department.

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Fort Ringgold during Hurricane Beulah

In 1946 Fort Ringgold had closed its doors as all the soldiers had departed from this frontier fort. The fort would no longer be used for military missions. No more bugler to call for morning, night or meals. No more uniformed men would be seen in the fort. An era of active military life in the fort had ended. In 1948 the school district purchased the fort and the surrounding area. Soon the sounds of children and students would be heard as well of bells calling them to classes.

September 20, 1967 The sounds of schools were silenced as the area was warned of an upcoming disaster by the fire department warning bell. The warning was the call to action for the preparation of arrival of hurricane. The hurricane bought high winds, immense amounts of rain that caused flooding in Rio Grande City and Camargo, Tamaulipas (Mexico) and surrounding areas. Local leaders decided that the fort would be used for the displaced victims of the disaster. Dr. Mario Ramirez was County Health Officer in charge of the actions to avoid a greater disaster. It was a natural disaster that transformed the fort from a school to facilities to help the victims.

On that date, Fort Ringgold became the refuge of thousands of Mexican citizens and local citizens as they were displaced by the rising waters of the San Juan River and the Rio Grande as well as the torrential rains that flooded low laying areas. The school district leadership placed all resources on hand to help the refugees. The buildings, grounds and even the buses were utilized. The cafeteria (Mess Hall) was designated to provided round the clock feeding, the school buildings (Barracks) were used to house the refugees, and the gym became the processing center. Records indicate that as many as 14,000 refugees used the fort as a refuge.

September 22, 1967

By September 22nd, the fort took on a new role as the Texas National Guard arrived in to support the refugees. Temporary medical facilities with make shift hospital was set up to meet the medical needs. Some of the ill victims were transported to other hospitals in Edinburg and McAllen. The parade field became a landing zone for helicopters including one carrying U. S. President Lyndon B. Johnson.

September 28, 1967 By the end of September, the fort with it’s hundreds of refugees went to the parade field to meet the President of the United States at the time Lyndon B. Johnson. The president met with the local leaders and military personnel and received updates on the way to continue with the relief efforts. Soon after his visit as the flood waters subsided, the Mexican refugees were transported back to Mexico in helicopters.

Hurricane Beulah brought rain, flooding, refugees, soldiers, and a president to Fort Ringgold, transforming it from the military fort/school facilities to a refuge center for the victims of the disaster. The fort’s original purpose was to militarily protect the border and its citizens from Indians and Mexican bandits, 120 years later; the fort became a haven and refuge for citizens from an ominous threat-Hurricane Beulah.

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LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a B E E R R E TA I L DEALER’S OFFPREMISE LICENSE AND PACKAGE STORE PERMIT by: MELISSA A N N A N D R A D E dba M E L’ S L I Q U O R HOUSE to be located at 309 N. GARZA ST, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

New Statewide Law Prohibits Drivers From Texting While Driving Effective Sept. 1, law aims to reduce crashes and deaths caused by distracted driving

Effective Sept. 1, texting while driving will be illegal across the state of Texas as the result of a new texting-while-driving ban passed during the 85th Texas Legislative Session. The law prohibits motorists from reading, writing or sending electronic messages while driving.

“One in five crashes in Texas is caused by distracted driving,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass.

“We are pleased the Texas Legislature recognizes the extreme danger caused by texting and driving. The new law sends a

very clear message to Texans to put down their phones and focus on the road. We are hopeful this new law will help save lives and reduce injuries.”

Last year, 109,658 traffic crashes in Texas involved distracted driving. Those crashes resulted in 455 deaths and 3,087 serious injuries. While distracted drivers risk injuring or killing themselves and others, they also now face penalties under the new statewide law. A first offense is punishable by a fine up to $99; any subsequent offense carries a fine up to $200. Drivers should

be aware that some cities have from using cell phones while additional ordinances that are driving if children are present. more restrictive. Exceptions to To help educate the public the new law include emergency on the new law, TxDOT will be communication or electronic messaging when the vehicle is stopped.

For those under 18 years of age, Texas law already bans all cell phone use while driving, including handsfree, except in the case of emergencies.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS FOR TIERED PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS

AVISO DE INTENCIÓN DE SOLICITAR LIBERACIÓN DE FONDOS PARA PROYECTOS Y PROGRAMAS ESCALONADOS

Date of Publication: September 6, 2017

Fecha de publicación: 6 de septiembre de 2017 Ciudad de Roma P.O. Box 947 Roma, Texas 78584 (956) 8491411

City of Roma P.O. Box 947 Roma, Texas 78584 (956) 8491411 On or after September 14, 2017 the City of Roma will submit a request to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for the release of HOME funds under Title II of the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended, to undertake the following project: Broad Review Project/Program Title: City of Roma HOME Reservation Agreement No. 2017-0039, and associated contracts: 1002664 and 1002665 and Home Buyer Assistance (HBA) Contract 1002680 and other HOME contracts as this will be a multiyear release 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Roma participates in the TDHCA HOME competition annually.

Purpose: Reconstruction or Rehabilitation of single family dwellings and Home Buyer Assistance for up to 30 homes on scattered sites.

Location: City of Roma Corporate City Limits, County of Starr, Texas. Specific address will be assessed in the Site Specific reviews.

Project/Program Description: Reconstruction or rehabilitation of 1 – 30 single family owner occupied homes on scattered sites within the jurisdiction of the City of Roma. Site specific reviews will be completed for those laws and authorities not addressed in the broad review for each address under this program when addresses become known. Home Buyer Assistance (HBA) Funding is set up to $20,000 for 1 – 30 units over the next 5 years. Specific sites for this project have not been selected.

Level of Environmental Review Citation: 24 CFR 58.35(a)(3)(4).

Site Specific Review: The site specific reviews will cover the following laws and authorities not addressed in the broad review Historic Preservation, Floodplain Management, Floodplain Insurance, Noise Abatement and Control, Explosive and Flammable Operations, and Toxic Chemicals and Radioactive Materials.

Mitigation Measures/Conditions/Permits (if any): ): If triggered, the following mitigation measures would be utilized as required by HUD: Historic Preservation Memorandum of Agreement with THC following their guidelines to proceed, Floodplain - if identified on 8-step decision making process – elevation of structure at least one foot above base flood elevation with a requirement of floodplain insurance; Noise, attenuation would occur through building practices that reduce the noise level to 45 on the interior of the structure; Explosive/Flammable – will either choose alternative site or create barrier protecting structure and people, Toxic Chemicals/Radioactive Materials – Require cleanup of site or choose alternative site for assistance.

Estimated Project Cost: As funding from TDHCA becomes available. Rehabilitation of homes maximum allowed for each home is approximately $40,000, for reconstruction, the maximum allowed for each house is approximately $85,000. 1 – 30 homes could be assisted if funding becomes available. Home Buyer Assistance (HBA) will have a maximum of $20,000 per home. 1 – 30 homes to be assisted if funding becomes available.

A partir del 14 de septiembre de 2017, la Ciudad de Roma presentará una solicitud al Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios de Texas (TDHCA, por sus siglas en inglés) para la liberación de los fondos del Sistema de Reservaciones HOME RSP en el marco del Título II de la Ley Cranston-Gonzalez de Viviendas de Bajo Costo de 1990, con sus modificaciones, para llevar a cabo el siguiente proyecto: Título del proyecto/programa de estudio general: Acuerdo de Reservaciones HOME de la Ciudad de Roma N.° 2017-0039 y contratos asociados: 1002664 y 1002665 y Contrato de Asistencia para Compradores de Vivienda (HBA, por sus siglas en inglés) 1002680 y otros contratos de HOME, esto sera un programa de multiples años desde 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 y 2021. Roma participa en el programa HOME y compite anualmente.

Objeto: Reconstrucción o restauración de viviendas unifamiliares y asistencia para compradores de viviendas.

Ubicación: Perímetro urbano de la Ciudad de Roma, condado de Starr, Texas. La dirección específica se determinará en las revisiones específicas del sitio.

Descripción del proyecto/programa: Reconstrucción o restauración de 1 a 30 viviendas unifamiliares ocupadas por propietarios en lugares dispersos dentro de la jurisdicción de la Ciudad de Roma. Se llevarán a cabo evaluaciones específicas del sitio con respecto a aquellas leyes y doctrinas no tratadas en el estudio general para cada domicilio incluido en este programa cuando se conozcan los domicilios. El financiamiento de Asistencia para Compradores de Vivienda (HBA) se fija hasta $20,000 de 1 -30 viviendas por los proximos 5 años. No se han seleccionado sitios específicos para este proyecto.

Mención del nivel de estudio de impacto ambiental: 24 CFR 58.35(a)(3)(4).

Evaluación específica del sitio. Las evaluaciones específicas cubrirán las siguientes leyes y doctrinas que no se abordan en el estudio general: Preservación histórica, Administración de llanuras aluviales, Seguro para llanuras aluviales, Reducción y control de ruidos, Operaciones con explosivos y sustancias inflamables y Sustancias químicas tóxicas y materiales radioactivos.

Medidas de mitigación/condiciones/permisos (si los hubiera): Si se activan, se utilizarán las siguientes medidas de mitigación según lo requiera el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD, por sus siglas en inglés): Preservación histórica - Memorando de entendimiento con el THC siguiendo sus lineamientos para proceder; Llanura aluvial si se identifica en el proceso de toma de decisiones de 8 pasos - elevación de la estructura por lo menos un pie sobre la elevación de la inundación base con un requisito de seguro de inundación; Ruido, la atenuación se produciría a través de prácticas de construcción que reducen el nivel de ruido a 45 en el interior de la estructura; Operaciones con explosivos/ sustancias inflamables - se escogerá un sitio alternativo o se creará una barrera que proteja estructuras y gente; Sustancias químicas tóxicas/materiales radiactivos - requiere limpieza del sitio o elegir sitio alternativo para obtener asistencia.

Costo estimado del proyecto: Según la disponibilidad de financiamiento del TDHCA. La restauración máxima permitida para cada vivienda es de aproximadamente $40,000; en el caso de reconstrucción, el máximo permitido para cada vivienda es de aproximadamente $85,000.

De 1 a 30 hogares podrían recibir asistencia si se dispone de financiamiento. Asistencia para Compradores de Vivienda (HBA) - no más de 5 viviendas serán asistidas con este proyecto.

The activity/activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements per National Environmental Policy Act. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at the City of Roma, 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas 78584 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M.

Las actividades propuestas están categóricamente excluidas en el marco de los reglamentos del HUD en 24 CFR Parte 58 de los requisitos de la Ley sobre Política Nacional Ambiental (NEPA) según dicha ley. Un Registro de Estudio Ambiental (ERR, por sus siglas en inglés) que documenta las determinaciones ambientales para este proyecto está archivado en la Ciudad de Roma, 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas 78584, y puede examinarse o copiarse de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

COMENTARIOS DEL PÚBLICO

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Roma, Mr. Crisanto salinas, City Manager at P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584. All comments received by September 13, 2017 will be considered by the City of Roma prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

Cualquier persona, grupo u organismo puede enviar comentarios por escrito sobre el ERR a la Ciudad de Roma, Sr. Crisanto Salinas, administrador municipal a P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584. La Ciudad de Roma considerará todos los comentarios recibidos con anterioridad al 13 de septiembre de 2017 antes de autorizar la presentación de una solicitud de liberación de fondos.

RELEASE OF FUNDS The City of Roma certifies to TDHCA that Mr. Crisanto Salinas, Certifying Officer, in his capacity as City Manager consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. TDHCA’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Roma to use HUD program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS TDHCA will accept objections to its release of fund and the City of Roma certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Roma; (b) the City of Roma has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by TDHCA; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality.

Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs at P.O. Box 13941, Austin, Texas 78711. Potential objectors should contact TDHCA to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Crisanto Salinas, City Manager

LIBERACIÓN DE FONDOS La Ciudad de Roma certifica al TDHCA que el Sr. Crisanto Salinas, funcionario certificante, en su capacidad de administrador municipal acepta la jurisdicción de los tribunales federales si se interpone una acción para hacer cumplir responsabilidades en relación con el proceso de estudio de impacto ambiental y que estas responsabilidades han sido cumplidas. La aprobación del TDHCA de la certificación cumple con las responsabilidades establecidas en NEPA y las leyes y doctrinas relacionadas, y le permite a la Ciudad de Roma usar los fondos del programa HUD. OBJECIONES A LA LIBERACIÓN DE FONDOS El TDHCA aceptará objeciones a su liberación de fondos y la certificación de la Ciudad de Roma por un período de quince días después de la fecha de presentación anticipada o su recepción efectiva de la solicitud (lo que sea posterior) solo si se fundamentan en una de las situaciones siguientes: (a) la certificación no fue firmada por el funcionario certificante de la Ciudad de Roma; (b) la Ciudad de Roma ha omitido un paso o no ha tomado una decisión requerida por los reglamentos de HUD en 24 CFR parte 58; (c) el beneficiario de la subvención u otros participantes en el proceso de desarrollo han comprometido fondos, incurrido en costos o emprendido actividades no autorizados por 24 CFR Parte 58 antes de la aprobación de una liberación de fondos por el TDHCA; o (d) otro organismo federal, actuando de conformidad con 40 CFR Parte 1504, ha presentado una conclusión escrita de que el proyecto es insatisfactorio desde el punto de vista de la calidad ambiental. Las objeciones deben ser preparadas y presentadas de acuerdo con los procedimientos requeridos (24 CFR Parte 58, Sec. 58.76) y dirigirse al Departamento de Vivienda y Asuntos Comunitarios de Texas al P.O. Box 13941, Austin, Texas 78711. Los posibles objetores deben comunicarse con el TDHCA para verificar el último día real del período de objeción.

Crisanto Salinas, administrador municipal

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, SEPTEMBER 6, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 4

NOW HIRING COOK

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STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the beneďŹ ts of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by South Texas Community College on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

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Nice brick house 3 bedroom, 2 baths home, laundry room, back yard, near town. $850+ $700 dep.

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48 acre & 140 acre Las Lomas Blanca Rd. Call Johnny for more info.

956-966-0777

Se vende dos ranchos uno de 48 acres y uno de 140 acres

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956-966-0777

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FOR RENT

3 bdrm., 2 1/2 ba., Central air/heat, Large backyard fenced, Car porch.

1 mile from Roque Guerra Elem $650mo. + Dep. - 1yr lease Los Garcias - Old Hwy 83, RGC

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SE RENTA APARTAMENTOS NUEVOS 2 REC, 1BA (EN RGC)

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800sq ft - Newly remodeled Downtown RGC Behind Jax Mini Mart

Incluye ElectrodomĂŠsticos, Basura e Internet $650 Por mes y $400 Dep.

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Apartamentos: 1 de 2 rec., y 2 de 1 rec. con estufa, hielera, A/C en RGC. Buen Precio

956-313-9386

APARTAMENTO DE RENTA 2 REC., 1BA.,estufa, hiĂŠlela, aire acondicionado. 46 Marisa St. (Por Alvarez Rd.) RGC

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956-256-3712 SERIOUS INQUIRY ONLY

NOW HIRING SALES POSITION Apply in person at Rio Motor Co. or call Chris Aguinaga or David Moya

(956) 487-2596

South Texas College is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Advisor (Starr Campus) Campus Facility Manager (Starr Campus)

APPLY ONLINE! Visit our website for complete listings and instructions on how to apply:

https://stcjobs.peopleadmin.com *All potential and new hires are subject to background checks.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

RFP NOTICE

Job Announcement For Youth Instructor City of Rio Grande City Boys & Girls Youth Club Job Title & ClassiďŹ cation: Youth Instructor, Rio Grande City B&G Youth Club. The position is a non-

exempt, Part-time position.

Job Description: This individual will instruct the children of our community with lesson plans and follow the curriculum established by the program coordinator. Develop weekly lesson plans that involve hands-on learning. Employs various teaching methods to promote learning and implement activities.

Instruct session in a student-centered environment while ensuring safety and well-being. Enjoy working with students who are excited and interested in learning Ensure all members/students are following rules & guidelines. Ensure that all children get supervision throughout the after school program Requirements: Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test. High school diploma or GED is required. Ideal candidate must be energetic, imaginative, well organized, and capable of functioning eectively in a very independent situation.

Considerable verbal, writing, and interpersonal communication skills required. Ability to meet and deal with the public in an eective and courteous manner. Passion, Integrity and Energy!

Salary & Compensation: Starting wage $8.00 per hour.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2017 Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 E HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOUSE FOR SALE REDUCED TO SELL $139,000

Large House on Cul De Sac at Pete Diaz Subdivision (behind Pizza Hut) in R.G.C. Approximately 2500 square feet living area. 5 Bedrooms , 3 Baths, Dining Room/Living Room, Den, Remodeled Kitchen, Large Washroom, Side Porch for Vehicles, and Back Patio for Recreation. House sits on two lots and has huge backyard, wooden fence.

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Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: RFP# 18-08 Request for Proposal Pest Control District-Wide 10:00 A.M. Proposal speciďŹ cations and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OďŹƒce at the address below.

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Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, SEPTEMBER 13, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 2

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

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STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the beneďŹ ts of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by South Texas Community College on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

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HOUSES FOR SALE - RGC/ROMA/FALCON

• 109 Aguirre St., RGC - 3bdrm., 2ba., large yard $59,900 • 644 La Mesa St., RGC- 3bdrm., 2ba., on 1 acre near hospitals $69,900 • Large home in downtown RGC - 4bdrm., 3ba. $209,000 • 7500 Sq. Ft. warehouse on 1 acre on FM 649 across Ramiro Barrera Elem. $125,000 • Large home in downtown Roma - $69,000 • 270 Acres on San Julian Rd. $1,600/acre • Falcon Heights - 4bdrm., 3ba., 2,100sqft. living area, on 5 acres $172,000

2- RANCHES FOR SALE 48 acre & 140 acre Las Lomas Blanca Rd. Call Johnny for more info.

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RFP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: RFP# 18-08 Request for Proposal Pest Control District-Wide 10:00 A.M. Proposal speciďŹ cations and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OďŹƒce at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OďŹƒce, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Thursday, September 21, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the abovementioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

Job Announcement For Youth Instructor City of Rio Grande City Boys & Girls Youth Club Job Title & ClassiďŹ cation: Youth Instructor, Rio Grande City B&G Youth Club. The position is a nonexempt, Part-time position.

Job Description: This individual will instruct the children of our community with lesson plans and follow the curriculum established by the program coordinator. Develop weekly lesson plans that involve hands-on learning. Employs various teaching methods to promote learning and implement activities.

Instruct session in a student-centered environment while ensuring safety and well-being. Enjoy working with students who are excited and interested in learning Ensure all members/students are following rules & guidelines. Ensure that all children get supervision throughout the after school program Requirements: Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test. High school diploma or GED is required. Ideal candidate must be energetic, imaginative, well organized, and capable of functioning eectively in a very independent situation.

Considerable verbal, writing, and interpersonal communication skills required. Ability to meet and deal with the public in an eective and courteous manner. Passion, Integrity and Energy!

Salary & Compensation: Starting wage $8.00 per hour.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2017 Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 E HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOUSE FOR SALE REDUCED TO SELL $139,000

Large House on Cul De Sac at Pete Diaz Subdivision (behind Pizza Hut) in R.G.C. Approximately 2500 square feet living area. 5 Bedrooms , 3 Baths, Dining Room/Living Room, Den, Remodeled Kitchen, Large Washroom, Side Porch for Vehicles, and Back Patio for Recreation. House sits on two lots and has huge backyard, wooden fence.

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Mens, Womens and Baby Clothes, Shoes and Much More!

Saturday Sept. 16, 2017 300 Kain St. RGC - 8AM- 12PM

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SEPT. 23, 2017

Property to sa�sfy Landlord’s lien.

Sale is on Saturday SEPT. 23,2017 at 10:00 A.M. Super Starr Storage, 215 North F.M. 3167, Rio Grande City Texas. Property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash only. Cleanup and removal deposit may be required.

Seller reserves right to not accept any bid and to withdraw property from sale. Property unknown un�l day of the sale. Property includes contents of spaces of the following tenants: Iveete Pacheco, Rocio Falcon, Rosa E. Morales, Pedro Bermea, Javier Contrerras, Daniel Garza, Nadia Rodriguez, Victor Villa.