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Citizens gather for public meeting on Stafford’s Comprehensive Development Plan was asked to determine opinions. Five possible answers, ranging between strongly agree and It is meant to enhance and strongly disagree, on topics about protect property rights, not to be residential build-outs, outside a rigid, inflexible document. At this time the study is still in Phase amenities, appealing building 1 – establishing vision, goals and materials, types of commercial development, and Stafford’s best objectives. Phase 2 will have qualities were asked. formal plan recommendations, The floor was then opened to and Phase 3 will involve the public to share their views. implementation actions. The meeting was well attended Concerns such as infrastructure of sidewalks and streets, and by community members and determining the core values of after these brief introductions by the Mayor, and Freese and the residents, such as how they rate family togetherness and Nichols, the audience was asked to participate in a live, living debt free, were mentioned. The issue of preserving and anonymous survey with remote voting devices. They were shown enhancing the City’s Island by adding “little shops” was pictures in groups of six, and brought up, and one parent within each group, a question CITIZENS, continued from page 1
Fort Bend ISD raises teacher and staff salaries; adds over 450 new positions
increase from $50 to $1,080 per year. Non-teaching employees will see a 4% mid-point salary increase. “If we bring in qualified The BOT also approved teachers who are equally strong in English and in Spanish, then adding 459.5 new full-time positions for the next school we’re building our base of year which includes 242 new teachers," said Dupre. "Then, as we transition the program, teachers; 137 campus support we’ll just have to determine staff; 57 non-campus positions what we’re going to need to fill and 23 other positions that in gaps. But if we don’t take are federally funded for child proactive measures now to fill nutrition and special education. the positions, we’re going to get The new hires will, in part, further and further behind while allow the district to staff two other districts are taking the police officers, two nurses or best talent out there.” LVN's and one IT technician at Many other stipends such every high school. as fine arts and athletics will FBISD, continued from page 1
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Bell’s palsy is a condition characterized by a sudden loss of weakness in the muscles of the face. Typically, one side of the face becomes drooped, one eye stays open, and the smile is crooked. It may take weeks to six months for a full recovery and rarely, some people may continue to have these symptoms for life. Bell’s palsy may occur as a reaction to certain viral infections. The nerve that connects signals to the face becomes inflamed and cannot send signals such as tear production, taste, or hearing difficulties correctly. The condition sometimes occurs in pregnant women and people who are suffering from a flu or cold that affects the nose or throat. Since Bell’s palsy is temporary, there is rarely a need for daily treat ment. Corticosteroids such as prednisone may be taken to help reduce inflammation in the face. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) may be taken to help reduce the pain. For severe forms of Bell’s palsy that is caused by a virus, a doctor may prescribe acyclovir (Zorivax) or valacyclovir (Valtrex). To help reduce any inflammation to the affected eye, lubricating eye drops should be applied to the affected eye in the day and an ointment applied at night to help keep the eye moist.
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authorities that she too had been a victim of the Cheer In late October 2013, a coach back when she attended Fort Bend County teen made the classes at Xcel Academy an outcry over sexual abuse when she was 15 years old. committed against her when “The woman said she was she was a student at assaulted at the gym, the Xcel Athletics which was located Cheer Gym near in the 500 block Katy, Texas. of South Mason. At the time of the After hearing initial investigation about the first outcry, it was determined she decided to tell that the actual authorities what abuse occurred in had happened to Devincent Phillips Harris County but her at the gym,” officials feared that other said Sheriff’s spokesman victims were in the area Bob Haenel. Phillips was which is split between Fort arrested Thursday and taken Bend and Harris counties. to the Harris County Jail At the time, the coach under a $30,000 bond. from the gym, Devincent Detectives believe there Phillips, was arrested still could be more victims. and charged. That case is If so, any other victims are currently pending in the asked to contact the Fort Harris County court system. Bend County Sheriff’s Office In late March of this year, at 281-341-3863 or Fort Bend another woman, now an County Crime Stoppers, Inc. adult, came forward telling at 281-342-TIPS (8477). By LeaAnne Klentzman
Kolon was assisted by Ray Aguilar, Community Relations Kinky Friedman, and Sugar Manager along with the many Land Police Chief Doug Brinkley organizations and businesses that brought to life a mini city under - who sampled the entries. The best chili? Well, Commissioner a tent with close to 3,000 visitors Patterson said, “it was the one he on a picture perfect, Fort Bend had,” which translates to all of spring day. them. Classic Chevrolet and its "This was the 4th year partners have raised over $40,000 for the Sugar Land Police we have held this unique Officers Association with chili fundraising event to benefit the Sugar Land Police Officer's cook-offs and golf tournaments. Association and we are humbled Winners and categories of the to be able to provide the funds 2014 of the Classic Chevy Chili to make their futures a little Challenge: easier as they sacrifice every day • Crowd Favorite Sugar Land Baptist Church to make our lives easier," said • Spirit Award - Fort Bend Classic Chevrolet owner Don Kerstetter. District Attorney's Office Family friendly activities • Best Texas Chili - Exchange featured water dunking, live Club of Sugar Land music, and even a bit of dancing, • Spicy Chili - Texas mostly by children along with Community Referral Network • Bean Chili - Bikers Swatson from the Skeeters, a Against Child Abuse huge, yellow duckie, a beaver, • Specialty Chili - Access and a 10-foot tall cartoon looking Texan. Health and the Fort Bend Principal to organizing Chamber of Commerce the event, the dealership’s Leadership Class of 2014 General Sales Manager Mark See this story online for photos.
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LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Beer Retailer’s Permit (BG) License by Wasim Momin, Kamran Qazi and Nadirali Patel who are doing business as Karma Hookah Lounge, to be located at 508 Murphy Rd Ste. C, Stafford, Ft. Bend,Texas.
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One-Way Pairs special election On May 10, Rosenberg residents will be voting on whether the city should donate land for the project. A “yes” vote will prohibit the City of Rosenberg from donating land to TxDOT. A “no” vote will allow the land to be donated. Donating land for the project is an issue because cities need to pay 10% of the right-of-way costs for any farm-to-market or state highway project. On February 25, Fort Bend County Commissioners Court
approved a $1.5M advanced funding agreement that would allow TxDOT to buy the land, eliminating the need to donate the property. According to TxDOT, the project would require approximately 8.5 acres of additional right-of-way and would impact a residence, a church and several businesses. Phase 1 is projected to cost $5 million and could begin this fall. Phase 2, is currently unfunded but is projected to cost $20 million. TxDOT will receive public comments through April 22.
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between U.S. 59 and IH 10 will relieve traffic on the feeder roads in an area that continues to expand commercially and residentially. Managed by Fort Bend County through the Fort Bend Toll Road Authority, the improvements to Segment D with the nine new overpasses, bridges and seven toll locations include about 18 miles of new main lane pavement costing $2.45 to drive on the entire tolled section one-way and less
for traveling on sections of the road. Access to motorists on roads without tolls, however, remains in the same area as a free option with traffic lights at some locations, just as feeder roads operate. As it continues to improve traffic mobility, Fort Bend County is reportedly working on designs on another segment of the Grand Parkway to connect U.S. 59 in Sugar Land to Highway 288 for an eventual hook up to the Fort Bend Parkway in Missouri City. Visit this story online for event photos.
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Go to cityofstafford.com to participate in the survey. This survey is on-line (and available on-paper) for more community members to participate in until the end of April.
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spoke of her “great concern” over the future of education at SMSD. The comprehensive development plan is expected to be completed by April 2015.
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