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While the Facilities Steering Committee for the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) spent three hours last week in an open workshop ferreting out the school options that were not feasible to address overcrowding, parents gathered in the audience said they were planning ways to protect their children’s best interest. While both groups are not necessarily at odds, with options such as closing neighborhood schools and merging others on the table, parents say they want to be organized to make the best of what could be a bad situation. When the steering committee compiled survey feedback regarding some of the options, there were negative
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comments made about sending students to Hightower and Marshall high schools. Some parents commented that they pay higher taxes and should not have to “send their children to inferior schools.” That prompted other parents to charge the district with spending money in the older schools to keep them up to par. Hightower High School parent Geralynn Prince had other reasons for attending the April 26 hearing with plans to return to the May 1 session. “I want everyone to know the Hightower that I know because we’re doing good things. But there are parents saying they would never send their children to Hightower. We will welcome anyone but we won’t sacrifice our children,” said Prince, who organized a Facebook group called “We Are Hightower.” Parents have expressed concern that an option to turn Hightower and
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Marshall high schools into college prep academies open to everyone in the district, would exclude the neighborhood students. “We’re not going to keep letting our kids get the short end of the stick. Ev-
eryone in FBISD pays property taxes. I don’t feel like your house being worth more than mine means your
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Here in eastern Fort Bend County, Sugar Land, Stafford, and Meadows Place all have contested races for their respective city councils this Saturday. Missouri City holds its elections in the fall, but does have a Municipal Utility District question on the ballot. Sugar Land In Sugar Land, the mayor and two at-large positions are up for election. Mayor Joe Zimmerman is seeking re-election and is being challenged by Diana Miller. Councilmember Himesh Gandhi is unopposed for atlarge position 1. At-large position 2 Councilmember Mary Joyce is vacating the seat and Jennifer Lane has filed for the position. Fara Ahmed has also filed but is a write-in candidate, meaning her name will not be on the ballot but she qualifies to have voters write her name on the ballot. Stafford In Stafford, three city council positions are open with each incumbent and one challenger filing. The top three vote-getters in the four-way race get the seats. Incumbents Don Jones, Ken Mathew, and Cecil Willis are being challenged by Johnny Baiamonte.
Meadows Place The biggest election tussle is happening in Meadows Place. The mayor and three council positions are open and all but one incumbent is being challenged. Mayor Charles Jessup is challenged by Mark McGrath. Place 1 Councilmember John Isbell is challenged by Lisa Johnson. Place 3 Councilmember Rick Staigle is challenged by Scott Holland. Only Place 2 Councilmember Steve Bezner is unopposed. There are also numerous Municipal Utility Districts and Levee Improvement Districts that are holding elections and referendums. Election Day is Saturday, May 5. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. To find a polling location, sample ballot or other information, visit https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/ departments/county-services/ elections-voter-registration/ election-day-information. A list of polling places is on page 11.
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Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen showed off the Show Me City Thursday by delivering his annual State of the City address inside the city’s newly renovated community center at City Hall. The annual address, done in conjunction with the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, featured highlights of the last year in Missouri City and a peek ahead at things to come. “I’m proud to say that the Show Me City is having another great year,” he said. Much of Owen’s talk centered around economic development. “This is a time of growth, renewal, and renovation,” he said. Owen noted several companies either building or expanding in Missouri City. “Ben E. Keith continues to expand its footprint,” he said.
Supporters of single-member districts in the Fort Bend Independent School District held their kickoff party Sunday to collect 15,000 signatures of registered voters to bring matters to a vote. “Every step of the way it’s about education, information, and awareness,” said community organizer Vanesia Johnson, founder of Citizens Advocating for Social Equality and a member of Rise Up for Real Representation. Rise Up is a coalition of organizations including ACLU Texas, the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Fort Bend Chapter, Citizens Advocation for Social Equality (CASE), the Fort Bend CAN (Community Action Network), Fort Bend Employee Federation, Fort Bend Super Neighborhood 41, League of Women Voters Fort Bend, GATEKEEPERS and the NAACP Missouri City and vicinity. State Rep. Ron Reynolds has championed the cause for single-member districts but his legislative efforts were thwarted in Austin. “I’ve tried for four terms through legislation. The NAACP tried through litigation. The only other way to have single-member districts is to have the board vote, but the board won’t do that without 15,000 signatures,” said Reynolds. “I’m optimistic that with all the people engaged, we’ll have the numbers,” he said. They want school board members to be elected geographically instead of at-large, arguing that the at-large positions dilute representation since the entire district can vote on every member. The FBISD is predominately African American, Hispanic and Asian, but five of the seven board members are white,
Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen greets guests as he prepares to deliver the annual State of the City address last Thursday in the community center at City Hall. (Photo
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He noted among others that Best Buy and FedEx are building large facilities in business parks near Highway 90A and Beltway 8. He also talked about other businesses coming to town or expanding in the city. “It is evident that economic development continues to
drive city life,” he said. Owen said that last year the city approved its first economic development plan, which focused on revitalization along Texas Parkway. Driving that are major improvements at the City Hall complex, including facility upgrades, new paint,
landscaping, a garden, art installation, and water features. Next door, Houston Community College opened a $25 million campus last year. “It’s the largest single capital investment made on
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Family Fun Day is Saturday at ballpark By Joe Southern JSOUTHERN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM
Come out with your family and spend the day at Constellation Field Saturday as the Fort Bend Star and the Sugar Land Skeeters present the second annual Family Fun Day. Family Fun Day is free and will be held from 2:30-6 p.m., leading up to the baseball game against the Somerset Patriots. The event will feature several fun activities for children and families along with more than 50 vendors presenting information about a variety of topics, including summer camps, schools, hospitals, churches, vacation Bible schools, music schools, retailers, doctors, dentists and
so much more. This is a day that will showcase the best of summer events and activities in the greater Fort Bend County area. It will be like a one-stopshopping event for parents to learn about things they can do for and with their children over the summer. Kids can participate in many activities throughout the day. Activities include having a photo taken with the Skeeters mascot Swatson, visiting with and getting autographs from Skeeters players, playing on the Skeeters playground and bounce houses, walking around the Skeeters outfield and enjoying food purchased from the Skeeters food kiosks. As a bonus, the first 100 visitors will receive a ticket to a Skeeters game! The top sponsors of the event include
Visitors check out vendor booths at last year’s Family Fun Day at Constellation Field. This year’s event, hosted by the Fort Bend Star and the Sugar Land Skeeters, will be held Saturday, May 5. (Photo by Joe Southern)
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Historical museum has grand opening The new historical museum at San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site was officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday. Pictured from the left are Texas Historical Commission (THC) Commissioner Garrett Donnelly, THC Commissioner Jim Bruseth, San Felipe de Austin site manager Bryan McAuley, Friends of the THC Chair Lareatha Clay, THC Executive Director Mark Wolfe, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar, THC Chairman John L. Nau III, District 18 Texas State Senator Lois Kolkhorst, THC Commissioner Pete Peterson, THC Commissioner Daisy White, THC Commissioner John Crain, THC Commissioner Catherine McKnight and THC Commissioner Earl Broussard. (Photo by
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A licensed security officer was arrested April 25 after he was stopped for failing to display a front license plate and he was discovered with loaded AK-47, loaded Glock
pistol, body armor and illegal drugs. Edwin Adonis, 25, of Houston, was stopped by Deputy Jordan Reyes of the Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office around 11:27 a.m. in the 20700 block of FM 1093. Reyes observed an odor of marijuana emitting from
the vehicle. A probable cause search was conducted and the driver was found in possession of controlled substances, possession of marijuana and unlawfully carrying a weapon. He was arrested and transported to the Fort Bend County jail without incident.
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Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Weird Al Yankovic brought his Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour to the Stafford Centre April 24 with special guest comedian Emo Philips. The sold-out show featured many of Yankovic’s lesser-known songs, followed by a compilation of his popular parodies. (Photo by Joe Southern)
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Beginning @ 2:30 p.m. • Constellation Field in Sugar Land
FREE EVENT Join us for a day of Fun at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. Family Fun Day offers attendees the opportunity to visit with 50 plus vendors from all types of businesses • Summer camps • Schools • Hospitals • Churches • Vacation Bible Schools • Music Schools • Retailers • Doctors • Dentists • and others. In addition, the kids will enjoy activities all day, including: - Walking on the Skeeters’ outfield - Having their photo taken with Swatson – the Skeeters’ mascot - Visiting with and collecting autographs from Skeeters’ players - Playing on the Skeeters playground and in several bounce houses - Eating ball park food purchased from the Skeeters food kiosks First 100 visitors will receive a ticket to a Skeeters’ Baseball game. Sponsorships and Vendor Booth Space available. Call 281-690-4200 for more information
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Rep. Olson taking applications for his Youth Advisory Council gives students the opportunity to better understand the inner workings of government and interact with local officials and leaders in industry. Hearing directly from these students also helps me better understand their priorities and get their input on the work we are doing in Congress. I encourage all TX-22 high school juniors and seniors to apply and look forward to meeting the 2018-2019 council.” The CYAC is a select group of high school students that meet with Olson to discuss the issues most important to them. The
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Rep. Pete Olson (TX-22) invites high school juniors and seniors in his district to apply to participate in his 2018-2019 Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) this fall. This advisory council provides insight into the youth perspective and Olson encourages them to work hard to accomplish their academic goals. “Our high school students are our nation’s future leaders,” Olson said. “Participating in this council
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council meets six times within the school year and includes a roundtable discussion on current events, as well as learning the pivotal role of lawmakers, experts and citizens in a democracy. These highachieving students are considered ambassadors for Congressman Olson and have the opportunity to provide feedback on legislation working its way through Congress. Completed applications are due to the Sugar Land or Pearland offices by June 1. For applications and more information, visit https://olson.house.gov/ services/student-services.
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JUDITH LYNN PASADYN AUGUST 19, 1946
Judith Lynn Pasadyn went to be with the angels on Sunday, April 22, 2018. Judy was born on the 15th of August 1946 to James and Margaret Hartzog in Baytown, Texas. After graduating with degrees in English and German from Stephen F Austin University, Judy moved to Houston where she met her future husband Ron. She and Ron moved to Maryland for four years. Judy taught English and German at Joppatowne High School while Ron was in the Navy. They then came back to Texas, first living in Clear Lake City and ultimately settling in Missouri City where they raised their family. Judy had the spirit of a teacher for her entire life. Early in her career, Judy taught English, German, Spanish and French to both high school students and adults. When her husband started his own company, Judy quickly learned accounting and bookkeeping where she performed the role of office manager and CFO for her husband’s company. Upon retirement, Judy found a passion for Tai Chi, and she became a certified Tai Chi instructor. She taught classes in Quail Valley and found immeasurable joy in spreading the love of Tai Chi to her students. Judy found so much enjoyment in the many organizations she belonged to: Quail Valley Quails (for which she held the
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as such, Judy formed friendships all around the world from Texas to Singapore. Judy was a lover of all things sparklie and fun. She loved tiaras, bling-bling, tinkerbell and pixie dust, butterflies, angels, purple, and the more glitter and glitz the better! Judy will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 46 years, Ron, her son Alex, her daughter Alicia Nellis and husband Robert, her brother Robert Hartzog, her brother Howard Hartzog and wife Jeanne, and her half-sister Shirley Gustavson. Judy was preceded in death by her parleadership role of President several ents James and Margaret Hartzog times), Missouri City Women’s Club, and her half-brother Jim Hartzog. Missouri City Garden Club, her book The family will receive friends on club, the Tuesday Rubies, Wu Hao Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 4:00Tai Chi Organization, her Jazzercize 8:00pm at The Settegast-Kopf Co. group, and many others. Judy was @ Sugar Creek, 15015 Southwest also very active in her community Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Funeral organizing a group of Tiara Walk- Services will be held at 2:30pm ers for the annual Alzheimer’s Walk on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at New in which her team always had fun Hope Lutheran Church, 1424 FM and were easily recognized by the 1092, Missouri City, TX 77459. A fact that they all wore tiaras, purple, celebration of Judy’s life will follow and feather boas. Judy was recog- the service. To honor Judy wear nized multiple years as a Champion purple, sparkles, and remember to Walker for the organization. Judy bring your tiara! Private interment radiated love and formed connec- will be held at 11:30am on Monday, tions with each and every person May 7, 2018 at Houston National she met. From the many people she Cemetery. Flowers and memorial met through her many organiza- contributions to the Alzheimer’s Astions to the person standing behind sociation are both welcome. Tribute her in line – each new person Judy and or words of condolence can be met was a potential new friend, and left at www.settegastkopf.com.
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Ruiz sworn in as new judge On April 16, Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert held a swearing in of County Court at Law Judge Pedro Ruiz. Judge Ruiz was appointed by Commissioners Court on April 3 to fill the vacated seat of the late Ron Cohen who was elected into office in 2016. Ruiz will serve until the November 2018 election when voters will fill the remaining two years of Judge Cohen’s term. “Judge Ruiz is truly gavel ready,” Hebert said. “He has earned this judicial appointment through years of service in the Fort Bend District Attorney’s office, and over 12 years service as an associate judge of our state district courts.” Pictured from the left are Judge Pedro Ruiz; Ann Werlein, administrative and budget manager; and County Judge Robert Hebert. (Submitted photo)
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Hand, foot and mouth disease spreading in older children, adults It started when my youngest son came down with a fever. Then came the sore throat, followed by the ache in his hands and feet. A short time later the sores formed on his hands and feet and around his mouth. He had all the symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease, which is not uncommon in infants and small children. My son is 15 and in high school. I took him to see his doctor and confirmed that he does indeed have hand, foot and mouth disease. It’s highly uncommon but not unheard of in teenagers. About a week after his symptoms started, his older brother got the fever and sore throat. At the time of this writing, his hands, feet and mouth are breaking out. Now their oldest brother, who is 23, is in bed with a sore throat and blisters starting to form. The two younger boys attend Terry High School in Rosenberg and they tell me that this appears to be going around the school. Julia Worley, the school nurse, said otherwise. “As far as I am aware of, your boys are the only ones that I know that has this at Terry High School. I know Meyer Elementary had a few cases over a two-week time period,” she said. At church on Sunday I was told that hand, foot and mouth disease has broken out at oil and gas drilling camps here in Texas. Men as old as 40 are apparently coming down with this childhood disease. I do not have any confirmation of this, but Chris Van Deusen, director of media relations with the Texas Department of State Health Services, informed me that this is quite probable. “Hand, foot and mouth is a very common viral illness (it can be caused by a few different viruses) that often circulates among young children but can affect older children and adults, too. It can be spread by coughing and sneezing, sharing food and drinks, and the fecal-oral route, so it stands to reason it spreads easily when people are in close proximity and eating together as in schools or oil and gas camps,” he said. “It’s usually a mild illness, especially for older children and adults, in fact, many people who get infected may not experience any symptoms. It usually starts with fairly general symptoms (fever, sore throat, feeling bad), then a rash or blisters can develop in the mouth and on the hands and feet (hence the name). There’s no particular treatment for the virus, so it’s just treating the symptoms.” I don’t know much else about the disease except, according to my son’s doctor, in a few months we can expect their fingernails and toenails to start falling out. It’s nothing to worry about, as they should grow back. There is nothing anyone can do about the disease other than practice good hygiene, wash frequently, cover coughs and sneezes, etc. If you or any of your children come down with any of the symptoms, please stay home. Don’t go to work, don’t send kids to school or daycare, and don’t go to public events until your fever breaks and any sores are no longer open.
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Oh how sweet it is! The Sugar Land Skeeters are back in
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action. As of Sunday night, the boys in blue are 3-0, having beaten the New Britain Bees in all three games to start the series. It’s an awesome way to start the Pete Incaviglia era at Constellation Field. This is the seventh season for the Skeeters and the first with Incaviglia as skipper. It seems strange not having Gary Gaetti running the team, but this brand of Skeeters baseball is fun and quite aggressive. I love Gary to death and wish him well in whatever he is doing. He is a great manager and the Skeeters were lucky to have his services for the first six years. The Incaviglia era, however, is off to a great start and it’s been a ton of fun to watch so far. There are only four or five former Skeeters on the roster this year, meaning it’s a whole new ball club. It’s going to take some time before the names and faces become
Courtney Hawkins gets the season off on a positive note for the Sugar Land Skeeters Friday night as he slides in home on an inside the park home run for the first score of the season. Hawkins is one of several new players on the team this year. (Photo by Joe Southern)
familiar, but I think those of us who have been to games already will agree, we like what we see and we’ll get to know these players quite well in the weeks and months to come. Among the newcomers who are off to a great start are Courtney Hawkins, who not only got the first hit of the season, but knocked an inside the park home run. Matt Chavez is on a blistering pace with eight hits off 11 at-bats. Other
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newcomers to watch are Barrett Barnes, Welington Dotel, Alvaro Rondon, and Derek Norris. Returning Skeeters Albert Cordero and Anthony Giansanti are showing strong leadership and great performances so far. On the mound, returning Skeeters Brett Marshall, Mitch Talbot and Felipe Paulino are on fire, as are newbies Logan Bawcom, Konner Wade, Kyle Winkler,
viding fun and aggressive entertainment on the diamond. This year the Skeeters are using the theme More Than Baseball. That’s a nod to the many things the team is doing to enhance the ballpark experience. The 50-50 raffle is proving to be a huge success for the team, raising fun and funds for the Sugar Land Skeeters Foundation. The Skeeters are doing a lot more to engage fans during the games, including roving team store salespeople, roving raffle ticket sellers, improved menus at the concession stands, and more activities. Gone is the carousel behind leftfield, but it was balky and problematic for a while. Another thing fans will notice this year is that the Skeeters and all of their opponents are wearing round, black patches on their sleeves with the letters JK on them. During the 2018 season, every team throughout the Atlantic League will wear the patches to honor the memory and many contributions to the Atlantic League by Joe Klein. He was the Atlantic League’s executive director and passed away last August. He was instrumental in the founding and growth of the league for 20 years.
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Zoning Board of Adjustment Public Hearing 5:00 p.m., May 16, 2018, City of Sugar Land City Council Chamber, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North to hear all persons interested in the proposed Special Exception to the Rear Yard Setback for 1822 Cascade Court, Lot 12, Block 1, The Landing at Greatwood Section 2, in the Interim Single-Family Residential (R-1-I) District.
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Faltine leads Travis over Kempner 10-0 in Jones’ last district game ing this year and that played a part in it. I want to spend time with my family. I have a special needs son who is 22 years old and my wife has been handling most of his care. It’s time I took over some of that care. We also want to do some of the things we haven’t been able to do in the past. We may even go on spring break some year,” Jones said. “It’s time. I have had a good run and it’s time to go.” Jones teaches advanced geometry at Kempner and serves as an assistant football coach. “Coach Jones is one of the best coaches I have ever had the privilege to work with. He is a true professional. He gets everything out of his players and they truly love to play for him,” Kempner Athletic Coordinator and head football coach Darrin Andrus said. “He is just as good of a football coach as he is a baseball coach, and he possesses all the qualities you look for in a coach. He is a great Christian man, husband, and father.”
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Sammy Faltine gave up one hit and struck out 12 in five innings as Travis beat Kempner 10-0 last Friday night at Travis High School. The game was the last district game for Kempner coach Marcus Jones, as he is retiring at the end of this season. Travis scored early as Faltine singled to lead off the game and scored on Kevin Ortiz’s single. Ortiz then scored on a sacrifice fly by Zach Hamman to give the Tigers a 2-0 lead after one inning. In the third inning, Faltine led off with a double and scored on Bobby Lada’s double. Lada then scored on an Ortiz single, making the score 4-0 after three innings. The Tigers ended the game in the fifth inning when the first three batters walked to load the bases. One run scored when Koby Dutka became the fourth
Kempner head coach Marcus Jones managed his last district baseball game last Friday against Travis. (Photo by Bill McCaughey) Travis High’ Sammy Faltine struck out 12 batters and went 3-3 at the plate against Kempner. (Photo by Bill McCaughey)
batter to walk. A ground out, a fielder’s choice and Faltine’s second double of the night made it 9-0. The game ended when Faltine scored on an infield error. “All of my pitches were
working tonight and Kevin (Ortiz) did a good job behind the plate tonight. He caught me last year and we have been playing together since middle school so I am comfortable when he is be-
hind the plate,” Faltine said. “I got three good pitches to hit tonight and was able to drive them. It was a good night.” Kempner head coach Marcus Jones is retiring at the end of this season after 33 years of coaching, the last eight as Kempner’s
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Travis High’ Sammy Faltine struck out 12 batters and went 3-3 at the plate against Kempner. (Photo by Bill McCaughey)
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Skeeters sting Bees to start season 3-0 By Joe Southern JSOUTHERN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM
If the way the Sugar Land Skeeters scored their first run of the season is any indicator of how 2018 will go for the local baseball team, fans are in for a wild ride this season. Courtney Hawkins belted an inside the park home run in the third inning of Friday’s Opening Day game and was followed by Anthony Giansanti with a triple on the next at-bat. He scored when the next batter, Alvaro Rondon, hit a sacrifice fly to right. Those two runs were all the Skeeters needed to beat the New Britain Bees 2-1 to start the season. Mitch Talbot pitched five innings, giving up four hits, one run, and striking out four to earn the win. Paco Rodriguez picked up the save. In the second game on Saturday night, first baseman Matt Chavez caught fire, going 4 of 4 at the plate with an RBI and two runs scored. The Skeeters took a 3-0 lead in the first, just to have the Bees tie it up the next inning. The Skeeters moved ahead with a run in the fourth, but the Bees tied it again in the eighth. That led to some heroics in the bottom of the ninth. The Skeeters loaded the bases with two outs and Albert “Coco” Cordero came up as a substitute batter and hit a walk-off single that scored Chavez. Reliever Felipe Paulino took the mound in the ninth and got the win. Sunday’s day game was more of a walk in the park for the Skeeters. They scored twice in the second inning and picked up additional runs in the sixth and seventh as they blanked
Skeeters shortstop Ryan Jackson makes a catch and putout at second during Sunday’s game against the New Britain bees at Constellation Field. Sugar Land won 4-0 to start the season 3-0. (Photo by Joe Southern)
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the Bees 4-0. Pitcher Brett Marshall went the first four innings, striking out five and giving up two hits and three walks for a no decision. Konner Wade came in the sixth and seventh innings to get the win.
Schedule The Skeeters and Bees were scheduled for games Monday night, Tuesday day, and Wednesday night. Thursday is a day off, followed by a weekend series against the Somerset Patriots. They are off again Monday and then hit the road for three games at the Lancaster Barnstormers and three at the Long Island Ducks Skeeter of the Week With eight hits in 11 trips to the plate, first baseman Matt Chavez has a .727 average in three games, including three runs, three doubles, and an RBI. With a hot bat like that to begin the season, Chavez starts the year as the Fort Bend Star Skeeter of the Week.
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H OPTIONS, FROM PAGE 1 child has a better education than mine. It’s not Riverstone ISD, it’s not Telfair ISD it’s Fort Bend ISD and these schools have to serve everybody,” said Prince. She was pleased to meet with parents in the audience from Ridge Point High School who have also organized themselves with a Facebook page and website called NoMoreBandAids.com. Schools in the Ridge Point High School feeder pattern have suffered from overcrowding for years, according to information on the website. The Ridge Point zone is a large and already diverse area that includes Sienna Plantation, Waterbrook, Silver Ridge, Creekmont and parts of Arcola, Fresno and Rosharon along the FM 521 corridor, the site states. Ridge Point parents in attendance are frustrated because they said the district makes temporary decisions and has no longterm, 10-year plans. “There was poor planning in the past and here we are trying to deal with it. This would not be as painful if they had clean feeder patterns. They were told in 2013 to clean up their feeder patterns,” said Kathi Hopkins, a Ridge Point mother and former member of the 2013 steering committee. The current 33-member steering committee members were picked by the school board, and the administration, said Hopkins. “The committee is
H ADDRESS, FROM PAGE 1 Texas Parkway in more than 20 years,” he said. Situated between City Hall and HCC is the Missouri City Branch Library, which is undergoing a $6.4 million upgrade and expansion. “That old campus does not have the things that kids need today in a library. It’s full of books,” he said, getting a laugh. “We found out there is not enough electric power in that building over there to handle all of that, so part of the renovation, part of the three-floor building, is to make sure we have enough electrical power for these kids,” he said. Owen was also pleased to talk about the agreement the city has with METRO to provide bus service to city residents. As evidence of growth in Missouri City, Owen said the
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comprised of a broad crosssection of the community and staff members representing each feeder pattern in the district. Each board of trustee appointed an equal number (3) of committee members, and nine others were then appointed by the superintendent to ensure full coverage of the district and each special student population. There are also three alternates, who will attend meetings and participate as needed,” according to the FBISD website. In 2013, the steering committee sessions were open to anyone in the community. “They had over 90 people in a meeting showing up,” said Hopkins. The work of the previous steering committee resulted in the information that led to a bond issue that passed in FBISD, she said. “The Ridge Point zone has endured crowded conditions in its schools for many years, and the district continues to inadequately plan for the growth and needs of our students. The data used in the 2014 planning process underestimated the growth of this feeder pattern by 20 percent,” according to their www.f bisdnomorebandaids website. As the parents talked amongst themselves, shared information, and took notes from the steering committee handouts appearing on an overhead, members of the steering committee sat around tables in small groups mulling over the ideas before them and ranking them. For example, ideas
such as creating split shifts at Ridge Point High School could give them a maximum capacity for 10 years without moving students to Hightower or Willowridge high schools. The committee has to explore what that would look like and the implications of such a move. “Tonight we specifically looked at actions and giving feedback. Some were more implementation than options,” said Beth Martinez, chief of staff and head of strategic planning for FBISD. The steering committee has been thorough and their task, daunting. They started with four community meetings the first two weeks of April that resulted in more than 21,000 survey responses. They gathered more than 250 options by April 18, with those options explored and narrowed down to 66 options, implementation ideas, and ideas that may or may not be feasible or out of scope. Some options called for rezoning but board policy states that rezoning is a separate dedicated process, which will likely not be addressed until the fall of 2019. The steering committee was expected to meet again last night, May 1, with a presentation to the school board at a May 7 workshop. The full school board could make their decision on the committee recommendations by May 14. To follow the steering committee reports and recommendations on the FBISD website, visit www.fortbendisd.com/Page/96009.
city approved 10,410 building permits last year with an estimated property value of $119 million. Not all the news last year was good news for the city. He noted the struggles related to Hurricane Harvey and heaped high praise on city staff, first responders and volunteers who helped out during the natural disaster. He said there were 1,300 water rescues done in the city during the flood. “We still have a long road to recovery,” he said. He made note that he recently testified in Congress about the lessons learned from Harvey. Among his other highlights, Owen noted that the city received a $50,000 grant to replace playground equipment destroyed by an arsonist. “Our new relationship that I’m especially proud to be associated with is the Snowdrop Foundation,” he said.
The foundation held a fundraising road race here last year that lasted 55 hours and covered 250 miles. “They were here for the first time and they set some world records,” Owen said, noting a man ran the 250 miles in 50 hours. He also noted that the city-owned Quail Valley Golf Course hosted 136,000 guests and 60,000 rounds of golf in 2017. Among his other observations noted, Owen said the city reduced major crime rates last year. “We started addressing code violations like we never have before,” he said. He said the city will continue to move forward with plans for a new veterans memorial and many other improvements around the city. “The city has achieved so much by being proactive and not reactive,” he said.
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River Pointe Church breaks ground on Missouri City campus From staff reports FOR THE FORT BEND STAR
On April 24, River Pointe Church and Missouri City officials came together for a groundbreaking ceremony of the third permanent location for the church in Missouri City, located at 7042 Knights Court. The new 42,000-square-foot building will be on an 18.5 acre lot and will host a grand opening in the spring of 2019. Nestled between Highway 6, Sienna Plantation and Riverstone communities, the River Pointe Church Missouri City campus will feature distinct and specially designed adult, student and kids’ spaces that will facilitate faith and relationships, as well as a large sanctuary for gathering and worship. Services will be ofBreaking ground for the new River Pointe Church campus in Missouri City are, from the left, Senior Pastor Patrick Kelley, Jonathan Kelley, Assistant Police Chief fered on Sundays, with an Lance Bothell, City Councilmember Floyd Emery, City Manager Anthony Snipes, Mayor Allen Owen, Michael Vaughn, Jared Wood, Carlos Vargas, Fort Bend estimated capacity of 2,500 Chamber of Commerce President Keri Schmidt, Lead Pastor Nathan Bryant, and Tommy Bourgeois. (Submitted photo) guests per weekend.
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Fort Bend ISD has once again been designated as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, as named by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. This is the ninth consecutive year that FBISD has earned the award for demonstrating outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students. To qualify for the Best Communities designation, Fort Bend ISD was required to answer detailed questions regard“This community has a great big place in my heart,” said George Foundation’s Director of Coming funding, graduation munity Engagement Dee Koch (center) at her “Adventure Awaits” retirement party last Thursday, requirements, music class held at the new Infinity Ballroom at Safari Texas. Koch, who joined the George Foundation in participation, instruction 1988, founded its Youth in Philanthropy and the Leadership Excellence programs. Her daughter time, facilities, support for Kelly Koch, who is the Habitat for Humanity Director in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, joined celebrants in recognition of Koch’s careerYOUR achievements. from the left are CherYOUR Binks, Koch, LIFE.Pictured YOUR BUSINESS. BANK.the music program, and and Mary Favre. (Photo by Elsa Malakoff Maxey)
community music-making programs. Responses were verified by school officials and reviewed by The Music Research Institute at the University of Kansas. “In Fort Bend ISD, music education is an integral part of equipping students with skills outlined in the FBISD Profile of a Graduate. These skills include creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration, which are essential for future success,” said FBISD Director of Fine Arts James Drew. “Receiving the Best Communities for Music Education designation for the ninth consecutive year confirms the quality of our district’s music
education programs and supports the FBISD Fine Arts Department vision of becoming the premier school district for fine arts education in the nation.” The award recognizes that FBISD is leading the way with learning opportunities as outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The legislation guides implementation in the states and replaces the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), which was often criticized for an overemphasis on testing, while leaving behind subjects such as music. ESSA recommends music and the arts as important elements of a well-rounded education for all children.
voted in, there is no balance. they can rise above the limited With single-member districts, perspective of a single district the maps would be clearly de- and concern themselves with fined,” Pena said. the problems of the whole noted Reynolds. Cynthia Lenton-Gary, a community. Also, the numAs at-large members, the board represents everyone, former FBISD school board ber of candidates available for www.postoakbank.com countered board president member from 2011, remem- election in at-large systems YOUR LIFE. YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR BANK. bers fighting hard to name tend to be larger, according Kristin Tassin. “Our schools are suffering the high school named after to a position paper distributed and we didn’t get the attention Supreme Court Justice Thur- by Rise Up for Real Represenfrom the school board. 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I’m considered one of the most Fort Bend County Election Day Vote Centers May 5, 2018 prayerful and I’m willing to common and powerful forms centros de votacion del dia de las elecciones Condado de Fort Bend 5 de Mayo de 2018 do whatever I can to help,” of gerrymandering,” accordshe said. ing to the Rise Up position COUNTYWIDE POLLING PLACE ADDRESS CITY ZIP “Rep. Reynolds been try- paper. “Is it constitutional for ing to make this happen but FBISD’s east end residents Austin Parkway Elementary School 4400 Austin Pkwy SUGAR LAND 77479 in reality, you can’t do it by to depend on the results of Beasley City Hall 319 S. 3rd St BEASLEY 77417 yourself. 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Annual Doggone Fun Run, canine carnival nets $24,000 for Fort Bend Cares impactful services to meet the needs of disadvantaged children throughout Fort Bend County. “We were thrilled with the response this year, especially in light of the weather,” said Angel Tapia, Executive Director of Fort Bend Cares. “The money raised will make a significant difference in how we will be able to support our community non-profits this year.” Money is still coming in through online donations by Sienna residents to name 11 statues of dogs unveiled following the race. The unique, natural brushed-finish, stainless-steel dogs were created and constructed by public art sculptor Jim Collins. They
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Back in Sienna Plantation for a second year, the Doggone Fun Run and Walk fetched approximately $24,000 to help disadvantaged youth in Fort Bend County. Participants and spectators arrived to show their support on a cool April morning for the event, which included a 5K run and 1-mile walk for hounds and their humans along with a free Canine Carnival hosted by Sienna Plantation. Proceeds from the day benefitted Fort Bend Cares, a charitable foundation that provides local non-profits with grants to provide direct,
represent 11 different breeds designed on a scale of oneand-a-half times life size. The largest dog, a Mastiff, is almost four feet tall. Commissioned through the Sienna Plantation Art Trust and community service foundations, the sculptures weigh 75 to 300 pounds. Residents can pay $10 to enter a name. The pups “furever” names will be revealed in a May 21 drawing. “The mission of Fort Bend Cares is so important, so we wanted to continue the fundraising happening during the Doggone Fun Run to make this community art project even more meaningful,” said Lisa Cox, community manager of the Sienna Plantation Associations. “
Each dog and their adoptive owner will be highlighted in the resident newsletter and a small plaque with the dog’s name and birthdate of April 14, 2018, will be placed on each dog. The Canine Carnival after-“pawty” was cut short due to inclement weather, according to Allison Bond, marketing director for Sienna Plantation. “Unfortunately, the weather did not fully cooperate, but we are very grateful the storms held off until after the benefit run,” she said. “We’ll be back next year for a howling good time filled with carnival rides, performances, human and dog face painting and much more.”
Racers get ready to take off in the Doggone Fun Run and Walk, an event held once again in Sienna Plantation. The race fetched approximately $24,000 for Fort Bend Cares. (Submitted photo)
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MONTH OF MAY YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
The Sienna Branch Library offers programs for grades 9 -12. YA Animé, YA Exam Cram, YA Make It! Magazine Silhouettes, Young Adult Book Club, Careers in Focus: Military Careers, Young Adult Advisory Council, Game Night. All are Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2952.
THIS WEEK, MAY 2-4 SUPPORT SUGAR LAND ANIMAL SHELTER
Purchase unclaimed pottery pieces for a minimum donation of $2 each at Fire It Up Pottery and Art Studio, 13817 Southwest Fwy., Sugar Land. All proceeds go to the Sugar Land Animal Shelter. For more information, call 713-234-7789.
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, MAY 4-5 THE GREATEST SHOW!
The Ridge Point Royals Dance Team will perform at Ridge Point High School, 500 Water Lake Blvd., Missouri City, both days at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit www. rphsroyals.com/spring-show.
SATURDAY, MAY 5 2ND ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY VENDOR EVENT
A partnership between The Fort Bend Star newspaper and the Sugar Land Skeeters baseball club, this event is a full day of fun for the family! More than 50 vendors will visit with parents while the kids participate in many activities. Offerings include playing catch on the Skeeters’ outfield, playing on the inflatables and the playground, having the opportunity to walk on the Skeeters’ outfield, photo opportunities with Swatson, the Skeeters mascot, and autograph sessions with Skeeters players. Sponsorships and vendor booths available by calling 281-690-4200.
SUNDAY, MAY 6 GRAPHIC NOVEL DAY
George Memorial Library,1001 Golfview in Richmond, will celebrate the art and authors of the graphic-novel literary world, 1:30-4 p.m. The event will feature special guest appearances and book signings by popular graphic novelists. Families are welcome to dress up as their favorite superheroes. Each child will receive a free comic book as part of the National Free Comic Book Day. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.
BLOCKHOUSE BLOCK PARTY
The second annual event will be held at The Blockhouse Coffee & Kitchen, 611 Jackson St., Richmond, from noon to 4 p.m. to benefit Abigail’s Place and Parks Youth Ranch. Showcasing Fort Bend Food and Crafts. Free Yoga class at 11 a.m., brewery tours, artisan market, art show, and more. For more information, visit Blockhousecoffee.com.
MONDAY, MAY 7 SOCIAL SECURITY/MEDICARE WORKSHOP
Find all you need to know from 6-8 p.m. at the Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge. Those attending should set up a “my Social Security” account online at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and print out a Social Security statement before arriving. Free and open to the public. People ages 60 to 65, and their family members/caregivers, are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 281-238-2140 or 281633-4734.
TUESDAY, MAY 8 PECAN GROVE WOMEN’S CLUB
Join us at the Pecan Grove Country Club at 9:30 a.m. for the installation of new officers for 2018-2019. To stay for lunch, call 281-238-4002 or 281342-8575 to make reservations. Reservations need to be made by Friday, May 4. The cost for lunch is $13.
THURSDAY, MAY 10 JAPANESE ORIGAMI
University Branch Library will present a demonstration at 10:30 a.m., 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land. Learn how to make whimsical shapes and hear about the history of origami. Free and open to the public, reservations are encouraged. Visit www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, or call 281633-5100.
FRIDAY, MAY 11 TEEN/TWEEN RESPITE
The Arc of Fort Bend County, Texana Center, and Hope For Three are accepting applications for this fun night of crafts, games, movies and more, open to Fort Bend County residents between the ages of 11-18
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SATURDAY, MAY 12 THAI FRUIT-CARVING
Decorate your table with artfully carved edible centerpieces. George Memorial Library will present the demonstration, 10:30 a.m. to noon, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Learn the history of Thai art, and how to carve fruits and vegetables into flowers, leaves, and garnishes. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.
WRITING WORKSHOP - SETTING THE FORGOTTEN ELEMENT
Join in from 1-3 p.m. at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. Aspiring writers will learn how essential setting can be to help readers visualize a story, add depth to characters, develop mood, and identify critical moments in the story. Bring your laptop, notebooks, or any other material for writing. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2800 or 281-633-4734.
SCORE: REAL-ESTATE INVESTMENT
Learn the ins and outs of real-estate investment at Sienna Branch Library, 1 p.m., 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd. in Missouri City. Learn about the different types of real estate, the return on real-estate investments, and the economic cycle for real estate. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-633-4734.
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The Richmond Rotary Club will host its fourth annual event at American Shooting Centers on Westheimer Parkway, 9 a.m. to noon. All proceeds support Brazos Bend Guardianship Services. Corporate teams and individual shooters welcome. Visit www.rotaryrichmond.org/event/clayshoot-and-raffle-drawing.
THROUGH MAY 14 CHILDREN’S BOOK DRIVE
The Suburban Sugar Land Women is accepting new or gently used children books (Spanish and English). These books will be presented to the Stafford Municipal School District, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students (ages 4-5 years old). The drop-off site is Stafford City Hall, Admin. Dept, 2610 South Main St., Stafford. This year’s goal is 500 books, which allows each student to receive one book and the remainder will be placed in the classrooms. For more information, contact Tomika R. Lewis at tomika.lewis@hotmail.com.
TUESDAY, MAY 15 LOVING FRIENDS DINNER
Join us at 5 p.m. at Quail Valley City Cr., 2880 La Quinta Blvd., Missouri City. Loving Friends is not a grief support group, it is widows and widowers seeking friendship and fellowship as they move on with their lives. For more information and to make reservations, call 281-208-3124.
SATURDAY, MAY 19 FIRE STATION 3, OPEN HOUSE
Missouri City Fire and Rescue Services will host an open house at Fire Station 3, 2496 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, from 10 a.m. to noon. Free and open to the public with activities and door prizes for the entire family. For more information, contact Lt. Robert Jasper at rjasper@ missouricitytx.gov.
BARK FOR LIFE RETURNS TO RIVERSTONE
Presented by Lake Olympia Animal Hospital, prancing pups and their humans can take steps to combat cancer, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds support the American Cancer Society. Join us at The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Blvd. An after “paw-ty” features the Houston Disc Dogs, pet vendors, animal adoptions, music, food trucks and more. Free and open to the public. The first 300 guests receive a goodie bag. For more information, visit www.relayforlife.org/barkriverstonetx.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 2 BARGAIN BOOK SALE
Join the First Colony Friends of the Library 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2121 Austin Parkway. Paperbacks, hardbacks, DVDs, children’s/youth books. Donations of books, CDs, and DVDs accepted. Proceeds from the sale benefit the library and its programs.
CORPUS CHRISTI CELEBRATION
Sacred Heart Church, 507 S. 4th St., Richmond, will host the 3rd annual Corpus Christi celebration. Eucharistic Procession at 4 p.m., Mass at 5:30 p.m. Reception after Mass. For more information, visit: www. sacredhrt.com or call 281-342-3609.
SUNDAY, JUNE 10 THE AFRICAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR CONCERT
Two performances are offered at 9:30 and 11 a.m. at Creekside Christian Fellowship, 16628 Hwy 36, Needville. The choir is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Africa’s most vulnerable children today so they can help Africa tomorrow. The concert is free; donations are appreciated. For more information, call 979-793-5800.
ONGOING QUAIL VALLEY WINE SOCIETY
Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month for education of wines, food pairings and fellowship at the Quail Valley City Centre, 2880 LaQuinta, Missouri City. For more information, call 281-437-6798 or jackipauley@ comcast.net
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Pregnancy Resource Medical Center has moved to 4411 Avenue N in Rosenberg across from Navarro Middle School. Volunteers are needed on a continual basis. For information on volunteering or supporting the PRMC in other ways, email info@prmcfortbend.org.
4-H, FOOD & NUTRITION
Fort Bend 4-H is looking for input from the community on how it can better serve the public. To learn more about 4-H projects, join 4-H at 7 p.m. at the University Library ( 14010 University Blvd Sugar Land), visit fortbend4h.eventbrite.com or call 281-342-3034.
STORY SPINNERS WRITING CLUB
Hosted by the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. 5:30 to 8 p.m. All levels welcome to write, share, learn and support. Free and open to the public. The program meets on the third Thursday of every month. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.
ADOPT A SHELTER CAT
Fort Bend Pets Alive is partnering with Half Price Books in Sugar Land to find homes for shelter cats and to promote literacy among young readers. School aged children are invited to come read to a cat, receive an “I read to a cat” bookmark and be eligible to adopt a cat for 50 perecent off that day. Held 1:30- 4:30 p.m. the first Saturday of every month at 3203 Hwy 6 S, Sugar Land.
FORT BEND RECOVERS HURRICANE HARVEY HELP
Those needing help with a recovery plan for home repairs, or any unmet needs, Fort Bend Recovers is here to help. Call one of these Helplines today: Case Management Helpline 281-207-2555, Spiritual/Emotional Helpline: 281-207-2505, Lone Star Legal Aid 866-659-0666. A case manager will contact you and get you started on your road to recovery. Visit www.fortbendrecovers.org for more information and to donate.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
The Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City presents a variety of programs every month. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-633-4734.
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MONDAY, MAY 21 CAMP HOPE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Camp Hope, an organization that provides interim housing for military veterans and their families coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is holding a charity golf tournament at the Pecan Grove Country Club. The event begins at 11 a.m. For more information and to register, visit birdeasepro.com/camphopegolfevent or contact Curtis Brown at curtisraybrown@gmail.com or David Esch at desch@pecangrovecc.com or
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Beginning, Monday, Jan. 29, and the last Monday of every month, George Memorial Library will host the event beginning at 9 a.m. 1001 Golfview in Richmond. People of all nationalities are invited to come to the informal gathering to get to know one another, share cultural experiences. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281342-4455 or 281-633-4734.
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