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Prime Minister Modi’s visit starts a new phase in India-U.S. relations

MAYOR’S SHINDIG. Some 500 people showed up on the evening of Sept. 3 at the Stafford Center to applaud the 50 years of work Mayor Leonard Scarcella has put into his town. Above, Stafford City Councilmembers Virginia Rosas, left, Ken Mathew, Cecil Willis, Mayor Leonard Scarcella, Alice C. Chen and Don Jones, are all smiles, pointing to the tantalizing cake, a symbol of the mayor’s 50 years in office. See story on Page 2. Photo by STEVEN DAVID.

College of Technology is open at UH-SL

Ribbon cutting ceremony at the University of Houston at Sugar Land for the new UH College of Technology building. (Photo Credit/UH at Sugar Land) (L to R): Rep. John Zerwas, UH System Student Regent John D. Fields, UH System Regent Gerald W. McElvy, UH President Renu Khator, Associate Vice President UH at Sugar Land Jay Neal, College of Technology Dean Anthony Ambler, Rep. Rick Miller, UH Vice President Governmental Relations Jason Smith. Story on Page 3.

New Flood Maps open for public comments

New revised preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Fort Bend County.

Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.

Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or

questions about the information provided and participate in appeal and comment periods for the maps.

The new flood hazard information from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been generated in coordination with local community, state, and FEMA officials. Significant community review has already taken place.

Appeals/comments may be submitted from 9/27/2019 through 12/26/2019: •Cities of Simonton and Weston Lake and unincorporated areas of Fort Bend County Residents may submit an appeal if they perceive that modeling or data used to create the map is technically or scientifically incorrect. An See MAP, Page 3

By SESHADRI KUMAR The participation of India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the “Howdy Modi!” community summit in Houston may enter the record books for its sheer size as no other foreign dignitary other than the Pope would have been welcomed by 50,000 people nor has any head of state ever received such a vast reception in a foreign country.

But the scope of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Houston is much larger than the mamooth File picture of Prime Minister’s previous meeting with President size of the crowd as the visit has Donald Trump at the White House. unprecedented significance with Modi has welcomed the special U.S. oil companies. the potential to start a new phase gesture of President Donald U.S. Energy giants like in the India-U.S. relationship.

Trump in joining the Howdy Exxon are eager to enter the This event brings together the Modi! event.

Indian market. Saudi Aramco President of the world’s most In a tweet, Mr. Modi said,@ has already committed to a $60 influential democracy, the Prime narendramodi billion investment in India. In Minister of the world’s largest The special gesture of the one trillion dollar energy democracy, and a bipartisan President @realDonaldTrump market, India buys about $100 delegation of Governors, to join us in Houston billion worth of energy products Members of Congress, Mayors, highlights the strength of the from the U.S. Hence, the focus and other public officials. relationship and recognition of and attention on the Houston oil The world already got a the contribution of the Indian industry and it is occurring not a surprise treat, (not a sudden community to American society day sooner. tweet) from President Trump, and economy. #HowdyModi.

The Prime Minister is also announcing his meeting with Narendra Modi expected to remotely inaugurate Modi. @narendramodi two significant Indian projects The White House Press A special gesture by @ in Houston, the Eternal Gandhi Secretary said in a statement: POTUS, signifying the special Museum and the Gujarati Samaj “On Sunday, September friendship between India and of Houston’s new building.

22, 2019, President Donald J. USA! Meanwhile, the Texas India Trump will travel to Houston, Delighted that President @ Forum has been meticulously Texas, and Wapakoneta, Ohio, realDonaldTrump will join planning and executing a very to underscore the important the community programme in challenging task of holding partnerships between the United Houston on the 22nd. a public reception at NRG States and India, and Australia.

Looking forward to joining Stadium, a venue nearly three “In Houston, President Trump the Indian origin community times the size of the Madison will participate in an event with in welcoming him at the Square Garden in New York.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi programme.

The sheer logistics of getting of India. The event, “Howdy, Underscoring Prime Minister about 52,000 names entered and Modi! Shared Dreams, Bright Modi’s standing relationship entry passes delivered via email Futures,” is expected to draw with President Trump, it is no is a stupendous accomplishment. tens of thousands of people. surprise that he chose to share During the NRG event, Prime It will be a great opportunity the stage with Modi, when Minister Modi is expected to emphasize the strong ties hundred other heads of states to have a luncheon with the between the people of the United are eager to have an audience Congressmen and Senators as States and India, to reaffirm the with the U.S. President. at least 50 of them have already strategic partnership between Modi is visiting Houston confirmed. the world’s oldest and largest directly and it is not a side trip Simultaneously, the Prime democracies, and to discuss from his visit to New York. It is Minister is expected to attend a ways to deepen their energy and the other way round. private reception of all partner trade relationship.

The Prime Minister is landing organizations, volunteers and “President Trump will then directly in Houston to restore other invited VIPs at NRG travel to Wapakoneta, Ohio, the city’s pride of place and Stadium before he departs where he will be joined by in recognition of the energy for New York by 4.30 p.m. on Prime Minister Scott Morrison capital’s enormous trade ties Sunday, Sept. 22. of Australia for a tour of with India in the oil and gas The “Howdy Modi” summit a new, Australian-owned sector. So far, all visiting Indian has been organized with the manufacturing facility. This visit dignitaries have been paying support of more than 1,000 will demonstrate the strong trade attention to the IT sector on the volunteers and 650 Texas-based and investment relationship west coast.

Welcome Partner organizations, between the United States and Now, the focus is on the said Jugal Malani, chairman of Australia and President Trump’s energy sector. The first official Chair, Howdy Modi! Organizing successful efforts to restore the business of the prime minister Committee. He compared the United States as the world’s after landing in Houston on the challenging task to conducting leading destination for foreign afternoon of Sept. 21 will be a 100 Indian weddings at the direct investment.” very high level energy round same time.

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NEWS

Community celebrates Stafford mayor’s 50 years in office

By BARBARA FULENWIDER Some 500 people showed up on the evening of Sept. 3 at the Stafford Center to applaud the 50 years of work Mayor Leonard Scarcella has put into his town.

Numerous and varied came and included judges, lawyers, educators, city, county, state and national officials as well as numerous friends and cohorts of yesteryear and today. The mayor said the evening was like his life passing in front of him. To everyone who attended it was a celebration to speak of and fondly remember.

There were eight speakers with the first being long-time Stafford City Councilman Cecil Willis. He began by saying, “What an event. What a showing of appreciation to a most deserving individual who has given unselfishly so much of his life for the betterment of this community.”

He went on to say, “Evidently 1969 was a significant year. Those who were here then did not know how significant it was. On Sept. 4 Mayor Leonard Scarcella was sworn in as the third mayor of Stafford and that started his first day of a 50-year journey. He hadn’t told me he thought he’d be here 50 years later but he is and that says something about the individual.”

Willis said that when he thought about the comments he would make at the event, there were so many great ones, so many firsts and thinking outside the box. “What I want to do tonight is talk about the man, the individual and the mayor. All three are the same person.

“I have known Mayor Scarcella since 1973 and since

Scarcella proudly stands by the side of the giant cake marking his 50 years in office.

1975 have come to know good, bad or ugly. He goes all him personally, so I’ve had a in.” glimpse of the 44 years that Willis went on to say that he has been mayor.” He has he is aware of only three times given his life to the people of when Scarcella might have Stafford and the city and to been considered a follower: help the people of Stafford. when he carried out his That really says a lot about mother’s instructions as best the individual.” he could; marched behind He went on to say the Aggie Band when told to Scarcella has had numerous do so; and carried out orders opportunities to pursue more given to him in the Air Force. lucrative positions but has “So if he is not an avoider or a always chosen Stafford. “He follower then that only leaves would say ’I can do more for the leader category and a the city and the people than leader he is.

I can anywhere else.’ That “We’ve all seen the again says something about energizer bunny and had the individual.” parents or grandparents who There are 3 groups of read to us about the little people, Willis said, and “the engine who thought he could. first are those who don’t want When you come to the bunny to get involved. The second and the little engine, the group are those who are semi mayor is energized and when engaged but don’t want to get he thinks he can he will. out in front. The third category “Commitment, dedication, are leaders. It’s quite clear vision, compassion. These what group the mayor is in. He are only a few adjectives true has not avoided anything -- the to our mayor. He speaks his

mind and does not fear being out front or taking the barbs, criticisms and the legal actions filed against us. When he believes he’s right he goes all in.

So, “I savor this moment and this evening. I’m proud to call you friend and to have worked with you all these years. I was not always sure where we were going but when we got there it all made sense.

“Standing here tonight before you my one regret is the first 50 years have been terrific. Your next 50 we will have robots, etc., running the city, so I ask that you all raise your glasses high and thank an extra ordinary individual whose insight has led the city of Stafford to a much better place than it was when he arrived.”

Next up to speak was Stafford Police Chief Richard Rameriz. He first congratulated the mayor on 50 years of service and said the city was “just a small, sleepy little town on the outskirts of Houston and is now a thriving city that boasts no property taxes, is home of the only municipal school district in the state, had the first convention center and performing arts theater in Fort Bend County and more.

“Under your leadership, Stafford has accomplished major changes that have not only benefitted Stafford but also Fort Bend County. With the U.S. 90A expansion, no one thought it possible to move the railroad tracks, but they got moved. Few saw the benefit of underpasses but now they do along with the attractive landscaping that borders the highway,” he said.

State Rep. Ron Reynolds presents a Texas Flag flown the State Capitol to Scarcella. Photos by STEVEN DAVID. The chief then said, “Mayor, proud father, always wanting you could be accused of a lot of what is best for his family. I things, but no one could accuse think that best describes the you of not having a passion or type of mayor you are.” love for the city of Stafford.

U.S. Congressman Al The city is talked about around Green presented a U.S. flag the state and was evident at to Scarcella and State Rep. one of the training seminars I Ron Reynolds gave him the attended a few years ago. The Texas flag. Reynolds said chief of Abilene, Texas asked the mayor has been “an about you and how you have inspiration to the citizens of so much time to give to the Stafford and America” and is a city. He said the mayor must history maker. “Not every day someone can serve in office not be married or have kids.

“I said that’s not correct. for 5 decades and people still The mayor is married to want to re-elect them.

“This is to me how you Stafford and he has one yourself.

Your child, the Stafford Municipal govern School District (SMSD). I leadership reminds me of then challenged the group of something John F. Kennedy chiefs to see if they could say once said: ‘Let us not seek the same thing about their city the Republican answer or the administrators. I said, I want Democratic answer but the you to think about this, a man right answer. Let us not seek who has dedicated 50 years to fix the blame on the past. of his life caring for the city, See MAYOR, Page 3 watching SMSD grow like a

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College of Technology

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appeal must include technical information to support the claim, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data.

Appeals cannot be based on the effects of proposed projects or projects started after the study is in progress.

If property owners see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information—such as a missing or misspelled road name in the Special Flood Hazard Area or an incorrect corporate boundary—they can submit a written comment.

The next step in the mapping process is the resolution of all comments and appeals. Once they are resolved, FEMA will notify communities of the effective date of the final maps.

Review the preliminary maps, as well as submit appeals and comments, by

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visiting your local floodplain administrator (FPA).

A FEMA map specialist can help identify your community FPA and is available by telephone; toll free, at 1-877-FEMA-MAP (1-877-336-2627) or by email at FEMAMapSpecialist@ riskmapcds.com.

The preliminary maps may also be viewed online at the following locations: • The Flood Map Change Viewer at http://msc. fema.gov/fmcv • FEMA Map Service Center at http://msc.fema.gov/ portal For more information about the flood maps: • Use a live chat service about flood maps at http:// go.usa.gov/r6C (just click on the “Live Chat” icon) • Contact a FEMA map specialist by telephone; toll free, at 1-877-FEMA-MAP (1-877-336-2627) or by email

Let us accept our own responsibility for the future.’”

Reynolds then told Scarcella, “You have risen above partisan politics. I believe you have done that and led the city with bipartisanship. You have 50 years of professionalism, excellence and are the epitome of a humble public servant.”

Then it was the mayor’s time to speak. He said he was most gratified and humbled and that “only because of you over the past 50 years and 26 consecutive mayor’s elections do I stand here tonight. I’m very proud I’ve received at least 60% of the vote in every one of my mayoral elections and sometimes more than 85%.”

Scarcella then said he wanted to take his audience back to when he first took office – “when the city had a police chief which constituted the entire department and was the city’s only full time employee. Sugar Land and Missouri City had similar staffs so when anything serious happened one of the three chiefs would show up at the scene. In 1970 all the three cities combined had fewer than 10,000 citizens.”

Then Scarcella said he wanted to give the audience some snippets about “the trail (he walked) on the way here, which was rarely easy and often times involved a fervent fight.” Some were “delightful memories” and one involved 5 lawyers in the rotunda of the Fort Bend County courthouse talking about the creation of SMSD and how there had been 300 people who pursued a breakaway school district when only Stafford gained the approval of the federal appellate courts. “One distinguished attorney said, ‘Scarcella, I would not have given you two cents for your chances of succeeding.’ Another crusty old lawyer next to him said, ‘That’s twice what I’d have given him.’”

Then he provided another. “When the city was voting to eliminate property taxes one alderman opposed it and the press reported it. A man in Rosenberg called and said he was coming to city council’s meeting because he wanted to see what the alderman looked like. He said he’d never seen anyone who wanted to pay property taxes.”

Then the mayor of 50 years in office went on to say “the world is changing in dramatic fashion and Stafford must also change. We’ve prided ourselves on being innovative and ingenious and our unique achievements are a testament to that.

“We embrace fiscally prudent and well-reasoned approaches and we will aggressively pursue sound and beneficial change – not for change sake but to enhance and elevate our city, improve the living conditions of our citizens and the profitability of our businesses.

“Stafford has an incredibly bright and enviable future.

Besides our proven track record, which we will stack up against anyone, we have a most envious attribute – location.

With continued astuteness and vigilance, Stafford will continue to excel.”

With that said, the mayor thanked all for their continued support and said he is “most gratified and deeply appreciative that you have joined me on this extremely delightful occasion.”

NEWS

The new College of Technology building in the UH at Sugar Land campus is now open and bustling with activities.

About 1,700 students have already enrolled in the college and the building has a capacity to accommodate 2,000 students.

A formal ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Sept.

12 at the 100,000-square foot facility with state-of-the-art classroom, training and research spaces. More than 150 guests attended the ceremony.

Students pursue studies in biotechnology, construction management, digital media, human resource development, mechanical engineering, supply chain and logistics technology, and technology leadership and innovation management.

The UH at Sugar Land campus offers 22 different programs.

UH Chancellor Renu Khator described the opening of the building as a historic moment, but “this is a very small piece

of the journey and the journey is going to be better.”

UH is the story of momentum, while other universities are stories of tradition, Khator said.

As the university moves forward “watch the dust blowing behind us,” she remarked.

Eventually, the campus would house 10,000 students said.

Now, there are 2,200 students at the Sugar land campus.

Sugar Land is part and parcel of University of Houston and UH is part and parcel of Sugar Land, Khator said.

The new College of Medicine is taking shape in Houston and students can take premed courses in the Sugar Land campus and join the medical school in Houston, she said.

UH at Sugar Land already has a reputed nursing program.

“The Tier One programs offered at the at Sugar land Katy sites mirror the professional and career opportunities that will be available to graduates,” said Jay Neal, associate vice

president for academic affairs and chief operating officer for UH at Sugar Land and UH at Katy.

It is not as if the university built these buildings hoping students will come, but “We worked with stakeholders in the community and were very intentional in the programs we wanted to offer. We are pleased to bring their vision to fruition,” Neal said.

As a part of the target set by Chancellor Khator to expand the campus to 10,000 students, Neal said his goal is to increase the students capacity by 20 percent over the next three years. The officials are already looking at the future expansion plans., The building displayed latest cars and an a old printing press from the museum. These two symbolize the growth of technology in printing and transportation. The College

of Technology has several modern 3-D printers in the digital media lab. There is also a “green house” on the third floor of the building for biotechnology students.

“The expansion of University of Houston at Sugar Land will offer greater opportunities to prepare career-ready students poised for leadership in technology,” said College of Technology Dean Anthony Ambler.

For every dollar that the state provides for technology education, its impact is said be in generation $36 to the economy, Ambler said. The college will work in partnership and share space with Houston Community College, Wharton County Junior College and Texas State Technology Center, he said.

The college will offer programs to support the local enterprises, Amber said.

Water District Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate The Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 10 will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate for the tax year 2019 on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at the offices of Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP located at 3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2400, Houston, TX 77027. Your individual taxes may increase or decrease, depending on the change in the taxable value of your property in relation to the change in taxable value on all other property and the tax rate that is adopted.

FOR the proposal: AGAINST the proposal: PRESENT and not voting: ABSENT:

D. Burns & J. Cantu (none) (none) R. Vannerson

The following table compares taxes on the average residence homestead in this taxing unit last year to taxes proposed on the average residence homestead this year.

Last Year Total tax rate (per $100 of value) Difference in rates per $100 of value Percentage increase in rates Average appraised value General exemptions available (excluding senior citizen’s or disabled person’s exemptions) Average taxable value Tax on average residence homestead Annual increase in taxes if Proposed tax rate is adopted And percentage of increase

$

This Year

0.690 /$100

Adopted

$265,778

$ $0.000 /$100 0.0000%

-$40,781 $212,622 $ 1,467.09

0.690 /$100

Proposed

$266,056 -$53,211 $212,845 $1,468.63

$1.54 0.1050%

NOTICE OF TAXPAYERS’ RIGHT TO ROLLBACK ELECTION If taxes on the average residence homestead increase by more than eight percent, the qualified voters of the district by petition may require that an election be held to determine whether to reduce the operation and maintenance tax rate to the rollback tax rate under Section 49.236(d), Water Code.

Questions or comments regarding this notice can be directed to Esther Buentello Flores at the tax office at (281) 499-1223.

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NEWS

UHCL top public school in Texas in U.S. News’ western regional rankings

In U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 rankings of western regional four-year universities, University of Houston-Clear Lake is the No. 1 public university in Texas, according to the magazine’s Best Colleges report released today. For the entire 13-state region, UH-Clear Lake placed 18th on the Top Public Schools list.

Widening the field to include both public and private schools, UHCL is in a six-way tie for 43rd in 2020 rankings of Best Regional Universities - West, up from 61st in 2019. The magazine ranked approximately 130 private and public colleges and universities in a region that includes Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah and Washington. Of the 26 Texas schools on the list, UHCL tied for 9th place among public and private institutions.

Each year, U.S. News sends an extensive questionnaire to all accredited four-year colleges and universities. Data

collection for the 2020 edition of the report took place during spring 2019, comparing factors such as SAT and ACT scores, acceptance rates, sixyear graduation and first-year student retention rates, studentfaculty ratios, faculty counts and salaries, tuition, room and board, other student fees and financial resources.

UHCL debuted on the 2016 Best Regional Universities West rankings in 81st place. It climbed to 74th in 2017, 63rd in 2018, 61st place in 2019 and 43rd for 2020. Factors in UHCL’s current rankings include: •3.0 peer assessment score.

•74% avg. first-year retention rate.

•33% of classes under 20.

•5% of classes 50 or more.

•15-to-1 student/faculty ratio.

•1030-1200 SAT/ACT 25th75h percentile.

•41% first-year students in top 25% of high school class.

•45% acceptance rate.

•6% avg. alumni giving rate.

“The continued improvement in our regional rankings demonstrates that UHCL is

making significant strides in enhancing academic excellence through first-year retention, graduation rates and the strength of its faculty,” said Stephen J. Berberich, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost.

“I am particularly pleased that UHCL ranks at the top of public regional universities in the state of Texas. This, coupled with our commitment to educating a diverse student population, shows we are meeting the needs of the state.”

UHCL also improved its score for Best Value among western regional public and private institutions, moving up to 25th place from 58th last year.

The university also made the western regional list for Campus Ethnic Diversity, scoring 0.65 on a 1.0 Diversity Index scale, which puts UHCL in a six-way tie for 11th place across the 13 western states.

To find all of the listings in the report, visit www.usnews. com/best-colleges.

State Rep.Rick Miller renews focus on re-election

Last month, Governor Greg Abbott’s Office revealed that Representative Rick Miller (R – Fort Bend) was on the shortlist of candidates for the Commissioner of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS).

Although Rep. Miller has remained insistent on winning re-election in 2020, his consideration for the position has continued to spark resignation gossip. In order to put the rumors to rest, Rep. Miller has decided to officially remove his application from further consideration for the DFPS position.

“It was a great honor to be considered for such a critical position. However, after further consideration, it is

Miller clear to me that I can continue to make positive impacts within the DFPS system by remaining a leader on these

issues in the Texas House,” said Miller. “As your State Representative, I will continue to champion policies that incorporate Trauma-Informed Care for everyone who touches the life of a foster child.”

Now that Rep. Miller has removed his name from Governor Abbott’s shortlist, there should no longer be any confusion regarding his run for re-election. “I am humbled that the great people of District 26 have elected me to serve four terms in the Texas House, and my hope is that I have worked to earn their trust to serve another term in 2020. I remain committed and focused on my re-election campaign,” said Miller.

Harvest Green Prepares for Sept. 28 OutRun Hunger 5K

Preparations are underway for the second annual OutRun Hunger 5k Family Walk/Run fundraiser happening Saturday, Sept. 28, at Harvest Green.

Registration and sponsorship opportunities are ongoing for the event, which benefits East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, a local non-profit that provides assistance to families and individuals during times of temporary financial crisis.

The race starts with an 8:30 a.m. kids’ run at the Farmhouse, 3400 Harvest Corner Drive, followed by a family 5K race at 9 a.m. A DJ, bounce houses, food trucks and more await at the finish line.

Fees are $25 for adults and $15 for youths. Virtual runner registration is available for $25.

Participants can register online at signmeup.com/outrunhunger5k.

Money collected from robust sponsorships and registrations have already topped this year’s goal of $15,000. Last year, the fundraiser garnered $13,500 for local families living in East Fort Bend County.

“The response from participants and sponsors this year has been outstanding,” said Stacey Williams, development director for East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry. “So far, we have raised roughly $15,400 between sponsors and runners.

Our sponsors have been particularly generous — $12,000 comes directly from them.”

Three levels of sponsorship are available. Bronze sponsorships are $100, silver are $300, gold are $500 and platinum sponsorships are $1,000. Sponsors receive free race entries and their company logo or family name will be printed on the race T-shirt.

Roots magazine, EFBHNM Board of Directors and PACE Mechanical are this year’s platinum sponsors. Gold sponsors include Children’s Lighthouse, Newmark Homes and Earthcare Management.

Newmark Homes also will be underwriting the cost of the medals and ribbons. Messina Hof, which is building a wine room and restaurant in the community, is providing wine at the

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finish line. More information on sponsoring the event is available at https://www.signmeup.com/ reg/form/130835/registration.

Jerry Ulke, general manager of Harvest Green, is pleased to see so much support for the race and East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry.

“We have partnered with East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry on several occasions,” Ulke said. “They are a wonderful organization and we are so pleased that we can help them with their mission.”

For more information about East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, visit https://www. humanneeds.org.

For more information about Harvest Green, visit https:// www.harvestgreentexas.com.

Missouri City explains “Election Signage”

On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Missouri City residents will vote in the 2019 General Election at polling stations citywide; early voting will take place from Oct. 21 through Nov. 1.

Local races this year include the following positions: Districts A, B, C and D.

Recently, the City received inquiries regarding placement of election signage. To address the issues, staff compiled this list of frequently asked questions in relation to this topic: When can candidates place election signage out?

Political signs may be posted beginning Saturday, Sept.

21.

Where can citizens report concerns about signage?

Questions or concerns regarding sign placement must be reported to the City’s Code

Enforcement Division using ClickFix via this link: https:// seeclickfix.com/missouri-city.

Is signage allowed in the public right-of-way?

No. Signs are not allowed in the public right-of-way without the written authorization of the public entity owning or controlling the public right of way. See Section 13.17.I of the Zoning Ordinance of the Missouri City Code via this link: http://bit.ly/2ND3B3J. Can signage be placed on City property?

Signs may not be placed on City property except as provided by the municipal policy on signs during election season. View the policy via this link: http://bit.ly/2Okdvg8.

Are vehicle signs allowed in Missouri City?

Vehicle signs under Sec. 13.10, Regulations for con-

ditionally exempt signs, H. Vehicle signs, are prohibited.

View the ordinance via this link: http://bit.ly/2OPM8Km.

Are there any requirements when holding special events?

Yes. A City-issued special event permit is required if the event occurs outside or inside a place that is not zoned for such an event. Additionally, a health permit may be required if food is being provided. For more information on obtaining a health permit, contact the Inspections & Permits division at 281.403.8600.

Should public resources be used for campaigns?

No. Public resources should not be used for campaigns.

For more information and to submit complaints, contact the Texas Ethics Commission at 512.463.5800.

Fort Bend ISD continues its advocacy work, looks forward to next legislative session

As Fort Bend ISD begins another school year, there will be noticeable changes on our campuses as a result of action taken by lawmakers during the Texas 86th Legislative Session.

Beginning this school year, the District now offers full-day prekindergarten to eligible students, supporting the Board’s goal to give all students a strong academic foundation.

Legislation also included additional funding for career and technical education programs, dual-language acquisition and mandatory raises for teachers and librarians.

The Texas legislature meets every two years, and the next session will be held in 2021, but FBISD is already prepar-

ing for the next legislative session. The District continues its involvement with TASA (Texas Association of School Administrators), TASB (Texas Association of School Boards), and the Texas School Alliance.

Through these organizations, FBISD is able to work with other school districts and leaders from across the state to ensure that students have the support they need.

“The Texas Legislature is in session for so short a time every other year, but our District remains committed to participating in ongoing conversations about our students’ success,” said Jason Burdine, FBISD Board President.

To support its ongoing ef-

fort, the District plans to next facilitate its successful Board Leadership Academy during the 2021 legislative session, giving participants access to the lawmakers who shape state policy.

The academy is open to all community members who live within the Fort Bend ISD attendance boundaries, and the application will be available starting in August 2020 for the 2020-21 school year. Program participants finish the academy with not only a better sense of how the state’s governing body affects FBISD but also how the District operates.

Visit the Board Leadership Academy webpage to learn more.

Sugar Land’s first Virtual District Town Hall meeting Set for Sept. 23 for District 2

District 2 City Council Member Naushad Kermally will host the city’s first ever completely virtual District Town Hall meeting on Monday, Sept. 23, from 6-7:30 p.m., on the city of Sugar Land’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SugarLandTXgov/.

Residents are invited to join the live, interactive discussion with Kermally and city staff.

Presentations will begin at 6 p.m., and a question-and-answer session will follow. Topics planned include: •crime statistics; •the upcoming Nov. 5 general obligation bond election; and •engineering project updates.

Visit www.sugarlandtx.gov/myneighborhood to verify residential addresses in each City Council district and other information specific to neighborhoods.

District 4 Town Hall Meeting Set for Sept. 26

City Council Member Carol McCutcheon will host a District 4 Town Hall meeting on Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6-8 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 of the University Branch Library at the University of Houston at Sugar Land, 14010 University Blvd.

Residents are invited to attend a meet and greet from 6-6:30 p.m. to speak with McCutcheon.

Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m., and a question-and-answer session will follow. Topics planned include: *crime statistics; *the upcoming Nov. 5 general obligation bond election; and *engineering project updates.

Visit www.sugarlandtx.gov/myneighborhood to verify residential addresses in each City Council district and other information specific to neighborhoods.

City of Rosenberg’s National Night Out event set for Oct. 1

The city of Rosenberg will once again participate in National Night Out Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 6-9 p.m. on the campus of Texas State Technical College (TSTC) located at 26706 Southwest Freeway.

National Night Out is a unique crime and drug prevention event where communities from all over Texas celebrate by having fun events, block parties, neighborhood cookouts and more along with visits from local police and fire departments.

The City’s event, sponsored

by the Rosenberg Police and Fire Departments with the assistance of the local community, is designed to: •Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness.

•Generate support for local anti-crime efforts.

•Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.

•Send a message to criminals letting them know our neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Rosenberg’s event is free and open to the public. Join us for meet and greets with the Rosenberg Police and Fire

Departments, vendor booths, animal adoptions, police and fire vehicle displays, bounce houses and more!

“National Night Out is a great reflection of Rosenberg’s strong community partnerships. Not only are we hosting a fun-filled event at TSTC, we also have members of our community uniting together to celebrate with their neighbors,” said Rosenberg Police Sergeant M. Bradley.

“Our officers look forward to seeing everyone out in the community on this night every year!”

If you’re interested in

hosting a neighborhood block party, please register your event on the City’s website

by Friday, Sept. 20. Get your application in by Sept. 17 to be eligible to win 10 pizzas delivered to your block party by a Rosenberg Police Officer!

For helpful tips on organizing a party for your neighborhood, or if you have questions regarding the event at TSTC, contact Rosenberg Police Sergeant M. Bradley at (832) 309-1161 or visit: rosenbergtx.gov/nationalnight-out

INDEPENDENT • SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 • Page 5

NEWS

Fort Bend’s Mamie George Community Center Mission of Love honors James Patterson

Caribbean and a week’s stay at a newly-renovated beach house in Port Aransas; plus live entertainment by the St. Theresa String Orchestra from St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sugar Land and Cookie Joe’s Dancin’ School.

“We are thrilled to honor James Patterson at this year’s Mission of Love,” said Gladys Brumfield, MGCC executive director. “He has always come through for us as an auctioneer for Mission of Love and truly understands the heart of the organization and its mission. We appreciate all that he has done for this wonderful county that MGCC serves.”

The Mamie George Community Center is the Fort Bend County hub for social services

through Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of GalvestonHouston, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency. MGCC serves seniors, women veterans, young parents and low income families who need food and financial assistance.

At the center, Norma received food, a cane, clothing, utilities assistance, back-toschool supplies for her granddaughters, and blessedly, an air conditioner. She said, “Life is beautiful. Regardless of what comes our way, we fight through it.”

The Mission of Love event supports vital services in Fort Bend County. Seniors benefit from hot nutritious meals served every weekday, art classes, group exercise and other wellness activities.

Families and individuals visit Trini’s Market, a food pantry with grocery store-style shopping, in addition to receiving financial assistance. Women veterans work through life challenges through interaction with peers. Parents attend classes to learn how to raise healthy, happy children.

Those who are unable to attend Mission of Love, but still wish to support Catholic Charities Mamie George Community Center and the services provided in Fort Bend County, may donate at www.catholiccharities.org/ donate-to-mission-of-love.

For more information about the Mission of Love gala, contact Matt Johns at mjohns@ catholiccharities.org or 713874-6659.

Event co-chair Shanda Conroy and chair Jan Bethancourt, left, honored former Fort Bend County Commissioner James Patterson at the Mission of Love gala benefitting the Mamie George Community Center, with center executive director Gladys Brumfield James.

Norma Velasquez lives in Rosenberg in an area where flooding from Hurricane Harvey damaged or destroyed property, including her house.

Norma is disabled and cares for her two granddaughters, ages nine and 15. But she’s a scrapper who keeps going despite substantial health problems and limited income.

After Harvey, Norma and the girls were essentially

homeless. With no place to go, they converted an RV parked on the family property using FEMA money to gut and rebuild the interior. But the RV had no running water or air conditioning, until Norma got help from Catholic Charities in Fort Bend County.

Norma is among the thousands of Fort Bend residents who are helped through Mamie George Community Cen-

ter (MGCC), which hostted its sixth annual Mission of Love event on September 12, 2019, . at the Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464 in Richmond.

The annual dinner and fundraising gala honored long-time Fort Bend County resident and former county commissioner James Patterson, and with a live auction including an eight-day Alaskan cruise courtesy of Royal

Child Advocates of Fort Bend announces 2019 Christmas Home Tour dates

The Central Fort Bend Chamber and the community celebrated the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening for Mercy Goods Co. Mercy Goods began in 2016, and was created to provide employment, training, and mentorship to at-risk youth in Fort Bend County. Mercy Goods is an affiliate of Attack Poverty, a non-profit to help strengthen under resourced communities. Mercy Goods is extremely active in the community, the local High Schools and they have already begun transforming students’ lives. Check out their new show room located at 501 Morton Street in Richmond. To learn more about Mercy Goods & Attack Poverty, or to find ways to volunteer, visit attackpoverty.org & mercygoods.co.

Water District Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate The FORT BEND COUNTY M.U.D. #48 will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate for the tax year 2019 on October 10, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at 202 Century Square Boulevard, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Your individual taxes may increase or decrease, depending on the change in the taxable value of your property in relation to the change in taxable value of all other property and the tax rate that is adopted.

FOR the proposal:

Donna Giblin, Jane E. Rotramel, Megan Robertson, Kenneth Wiltz, Jo Ann Masters

AGAINST the proposal:

None

PRESENT and not voting: None ABSENT:

None

The following table compares taxes on an average residence homestead in this taxing unit last year to taxes proposed on the average residence homestead this year.

Already hard at work planning the Christmas Home Tour show L to R are committee members Colleen Fox, Alexis Jackson and Simmi Chaudhary. For more information on sponsoring or to volunteer contact Lisa Moore at lmoore@cafb.org.

While you are busy trying to escape the heat, Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s Christmas Home Tour committee is busy preparing for its 28th annual Christmas Home Tour on December 13 and 14, 2019.

This event began 28 years ago as a fundraiser to keep the agency’s doors open. A group of volunteers, many of whom are still involved in the agency, opened their homes, decorated for Christmas, baked cookies and charged admission. The tour was a success and has since become a Fort Bend County holiday tradition ever since.

Over the two days of the Tour, more than 2,000 guests will tour private Fort Bend County homes all decked out for Christmas. This year’s homes are still being finalized, but the neighborhoods (as of this printing deadline) are Sweetwater, Alkire Lake, Sugar Creek and Sienna Plan-

tation. More than 1,000 volunteers will help as hosts and hostesses in the homes, serving as entertainers or by baking cookies. This is a spirited community event, but most importantly it is a fundraiser. 94% of all of the money raised through this event goes directly to programs and services that benefit the children served by Child Advocates of Fort Bend.

In 2018, the agency served 2,586 children and families, which was 23% higher than the prior year due to a huge increase in reports of child abuse. Your support of this event is essential to helping abused and neglected children in our community.

Sponsorships of $100 $10.000 are now available.

Please consider joining as a sponsor. It is a delightful event for a worthy cause. To become a sponsor or for more information, please contact Lisa at

lmoore@cafb.org.

Child Advocates of Fort Bend is a non-profit agency that has been making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children for 28 years. Its mission is to Provide a Voice, Heal the Hurt, and Break the Cycle of child abuse in Fort Bend County.

Through its Court Appointed Special Advocates Program (CASATM), Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) and more than 200 trained community volunteer advocates, Child Advocates of Fort Bend improves the lives of more than 400 children each month and has served more than 16,500 children since opening its doors in 1991.

To learn more or for more information on how you can get involved with Child Advocates of Fort Bend contact Volunteer Services at lcastellanos@cafb.org or 281-3445100.

Total tax rate (per $100 of value)

Last Year

This Year

$ .95000/$100

$ .90000/$100

Adopted

Proposed

Difference in rates per $100 of value

$ .05000/$100

Percentage increase/decrease in rates(+/-)

-5.26%

Average appraised residence homestead value $216,254

$215,754

General homestead exemptions available (excluding 65 years of age or older or disabled person’s exemptions)

$0

$0

Average residence homestead taxable value

$216,254

$215,754

Tax on average residence homestead

$2,054.41

$1,941.78

Annual increase/decrease in taxes if proposed tax rate is adopted (+/-)

-$112.63

and percentage of increase (+/-)

-5.48 %

NOTICE OF TAXPAYERS’ RIGHT TO ROLLBACK ELECTION If taxes on the average residence homestead increase by more than eight percent, the qualified voters of the district by petition may require that an election be held to determine whether to reduce the operation and maintenance tax rate to the rollback tax rate under Section 49.236(d), Water Code.

Bob Leared Interests, 713-932-9011

INDEPENDENT • SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 • Page 6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of M. Dawson Sterken (also known as “Milton Dawson Sterken”), Deceased, were issued on September 4, 2019, in Cause No. 478167, pending in the Probate Court No. 3, Harris County, Texas, to: Nancy Gayle M. Sterken. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Hrbacek Law Firm, P.C. 130 Industrial Blvd., Ste. 110 Sugar Land, Texas 77478 DATED this, the 10th day of September, 2019.

Hrbacek law Firm Dean A Hrbacek State Bar No.: 10128800 dhrbacek@hrbacek. com Carissa Peterson State Bar No.: 24057618 cpeterson@hrbacek.com Email for service: service@hrbacek.com 130 Industrial Boulevard, Suite 110 Sugar Land, Texas 77478 Telephone: (281) 240-2424 Facsimile: (281) 240-7089 ATTORNEYS FOR INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATRIX WITH WILL ANNEXED

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY STATE OF TEXAS

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COUNTY OF FORT BEND

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By virtue of an Order of Sale dated JULY 26,2019 delivered pursuant to a Judgment issued out of the 268th District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas, said judgment rendered in favor of THE COMMONWEALTH CIVIC ASSOCIATION, INC., plaintiff, and against Zhi Zhou Zhang and Yue Liu, defendant, in Cause No. 18-DCV-250092, for the sum of EIGHT-THOUSAND-SEVEN-HUNDREDNINETY- SIX DOLLARS AND–THIRTY -THREE- CENTS 33/100’s ($8796.33), plus fees for posting notices, publishing, and all costs of executing sale. I did on the 13TH day of AUG, 2019, at 3:00 PM, levy upon the following described tract of land in Fort Bend County, Texas, as the property of Zhi Zhou Zhang and Yue Liu, defendant(s), to-wit: LOT SIX (6), IN BLOCK TWO (2) , OF BRIDGEWATER SECTION TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 1182/B AND 1183/A,OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4523 DEVONSHIRE STREET SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 and on OCT 1, 2019, being the first Tuesday of said month, between the hours of 10:00 o’clock a.m. and 4:00 o’clock p.m., at 301 JACKSON ST, FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS BLDG RICHMOND TX. I will offer for sale and sell at public auction for cash, all the right, title and interest of Zhi Zhou Zhang and Yue Liu, defendant, in and to said property.

LOCATION: FORT BEND COUNTY TRAVIS 301 JACKSON ST 1ST FLR MEETING RM RICHMOND, TX 77469 DATE: OCT 1, 2019 TIME: APPROX. 11:00 AM BY Sergeant M. Kutach TREVER J. NEHLS Constable Pct. 4 Fort Bend County, Texas

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION VIA PUBLICATION OF THE FORT BEND INDEPENDENT NOTICE: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney.

If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on Monday next following the expiration of forty-two days from the date of issuance of this citation, same being October 07, 2019 a default judgment may be taken against you.

The case is presently pending before the 458TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas. It bears cause number 18-DCV-258101 and is styled: State of Texas VS. $1,527.00 U.S. Currency The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: MARK LAFORGE ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY 301 JACKSON ST RICHMOND TX 77469 281 -633-7638 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREINABOVE WAS SEIZED BY PEACE OFFICERS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS. THE STATE OF TEXAS IS ENTITLED TO HAVE SUCH PROPERTY FORFEITED AND TITLE RENDERED TO THE STATE OF TEXAS OR AN AGENCY OF THE STATE OR A POLITICAL SUBDIVISION AUTHORIZED TO EMPLOY PEACE OFFICERS. WHEREFORE, PREMISES CONSIDERED, PETITIONER RESPECTFULLY PRAYS THAT UPON HEARING, THIS COURT ENTER A JUDGMENT OF FORFEITURE OF THE DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO PETITIONER, THAT THIS COURT AWARD POSSESSION AND TITLE TO SUCH PROPERTY TO THE PETITIONER TO BE ADMINISTERED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 59 OF THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE , FOR INTEREST, IF ANY, FROM THE DATE OF DEPOSIT IN AN INTEREST BEARING ACCOUNT, FOR COST OF COURT AND FOR SUCH OTHER AND FURTHER RELIEF AS THE PETITIONER MY SHOW ITSELF TO BE ENTITLED. If this Citation is not served, it shall be returned unserved.

Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, at Richmond, Texas on this the 20th day of August, 2019.

DISTRICT CLERK BEVERLEY MCGREW WALKER FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS Physical Address: 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Room 31004 Richmond, Texas 77469 Mailing Address: 301 Jackson St., Room 101 Richmond, Texas 77469 Deputy District Clerk Autumn Dolnik (281) 233-3279

FBISD Partners with Energy Innovator, 5, powering energy cost reductions for District

Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) has powered its way to significant energy cost reductions and a cleaner energy future by executing a new 100% renewable electricity agreement, facilitated through a new partnership with energy advisory firm 5.

“As the eighth-largest school district in Texas in the fastest-growing county in the region, we wanted to better manage one of our largest line-

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE ******* OPENING DATE OF October 8, 2019 AT 2:00 pm. ******* Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 20-304) Improvements to American Legion Park Note: Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on October 1, 2019 at 10:00 AM, Council Chambers, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, TX 77489 Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the IFB name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Responses must be delivered to the attention of City of Missouri City Attn: Purchasing Office IFB No. 20-304 1522 Texas Parkway Missouri City, Texas 77489 Prior to the acceptance deadline. Responses marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Until final award of the contract, the City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the work otherwise when in the best interests of the City. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE ******* OPENING DATE OF October 1, 2019 AT 2:00 pm. ******* Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 20-305) City-Wide Coffee and Related Services for Employees and Citizens Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the IFB name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Responses must be delivered to the attention of City of Missouri City Attn: Purchasing Office IFB No. 20-305 1522 Texas Parkway Missouri City, Texas 77489 Prior to the acceptance deadline. Responses marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Until final award of the contract, the City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the work otherwise when in the best interests of the City. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO: AIDA VAZQUEZ NOTICE: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on Monday next following the expiration of forty-two days from the date of issuance of this citation, same being October 07, 2019 a default judgment may be taken against you.

The case is presently pending before the 400TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas. It bears cause number 18-DCV-249716 and is styled: State of Texas vs $14,000.00 U.S. Currency The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: MARK LAFORGE ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY 301 JACKSON ST RICHMOND TX 77469 281-633-7638 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: WHEREFORE, PREMISES CONSIDERED, PETITIONER PRAYS THAT THIS PETITION BE CONSIDERED AN ORIGINAL NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENDED FORFEITURE AND THAT CITATION ISSUE TO THOSE PARTIES AS SET OUT IN THIS PETITION; THAT UPON HEARING THIS COURT FIND THAT THE $14,000.00 US CURRENCY IS CONTRABAND AS DEFINED IN THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE, ARTICLE 59.01 (2) AND THAT THE COURT ALLOW FORFEITURE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO THE STATE OF TEXAS BY AND THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS AGENT FOR THE STATE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS LOCAL AGREEMENTS, SUBJECT ONLY TO ANY INTEREST OF THE BONA FIDE HOLDER OF THE PERFECTED LIEN OR PERFECTED SECURITY INTEREST ON SAID CONTRABAND AND THAT THE PROPERTY BE DISPOSED OF PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 59.06 OF THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE AND THAT ALL COSTS BE TAXED AGAINST CLAIMANT IN THIS CAUSE AND FOR SUCH OTHER RELIEF AT LAW AND IN EQUITY AS THE PETITIONER SHALL BE ENTITLED TO RECEIVE. If this Citation is not served, it shall be returned unserved.

Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, at Richmond, Texas on this the 20th day of August, 2019 .

DISTRICT CLERK BEVERLEY MCGREW WALKER FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS Physical Address: 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Room 31004 Richmond, Texas 77469 Mailing Address: 301 Jackson St., Room 101 Richmond, Texas 77469 Deputy District Clerk Salena M. Jasso 281-341-3787

item costs, specifically electricity,” said FBISD Chief Operations Officer Oscar Perez.

“With 80 campuses, you can only imagine what we were spending to heat, cool, light and operate facilities for our 76,000 students and 11,000 employees,” he added.

The 5 team began working with Fort Bend ISD in late 2018 on several fronts, including an evaluation of their energy procurement process and an in-depth analysis of operational efficiencies that would reduce costs for the district.

“We always want to be highly responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars, so if we could find ways to cut costs without impacting our students’ education or quality of experience, that would be a win-win for us,” Perez said.

Through 5’s in-depth market analysis and competitive bidding process, FBISD selected Reliant, an NRG Energy company, as the winning supplier, securing a 10-year, 100% renewable power contract at an attractive rate. The resulting $7 million cost reduction will go a long way in a growing district.

“To help a client like FBISD to significantly reduce costs, but also honor their ethos around

– and commitment to – energy sustainability is incredibly gratifying,” said Chris Watson, Senior Energy Advisor for 5.

“Having a supplier like Reliant and its Business Solutions team that can work with the client to achieve its goals also added tremendous value,” he added.

“Working with like-minded partners like 5 to deliver clean, affordable electricity solutions that meet the fiscal needs of our customers is always rewarding,” said Robert Gaudette, Senior Vice President, Business Solutions at NRG. “The NRG Renewable Select plan, provided by Reliant, gives FBISD control over its energy spend in a way that reflects its dedication to sustainability and benefits the district’s longterm growth plans.”

“The demands of a fastgrowing school district are very real,” said Perez. “We will add new elementary schools and a new high school in the coming years, and we need to be prepared from an infrastructure perspective to handle that growth responsibly and costeffectively. 5 is helping us do just that.”

As part of its work with Fort Bend ISD, one of over 100

government entities that 5 represents in Texas, 5’s team will continue to provide market intelligence, account management services, and on-going analysis and training for facilities staff on how to reduce expenditures on the utility side of the district’s bills.

Founded in 2011, 5 comprises a team of energy innovators, commodity traders, analysts, engineers and former energy supplier executives. Together they serve a broad array of private and public sector clients throughout the United States and Mexico, providing strategic advice on energy-related matters including procurement, rate optimization, risk management, demand-side management, renewable power, and distributed generation.

With an eye on growth, 5 has initiated a number of strategic acquisitions and partnerships and has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the U.S. for three straight years. The firm has also received numerous accolades and national awards for its corporate culture, leadership and innovation.

For more information, please visit www.energyby5. com or call (972) 445-9584.

Andrew Hardwick, a Metropolitan Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration, will present a “Social Security 101” program at two Fort Bend County Libraries locations in September.

The program will take place at the Sugar Land Branch Library on Tuesday, September 24, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 550 Eldridge. The program will be repeated on Monday, September 30, beginning at 6:00 p.m, in the Meeting Room of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library, located at 8100 FM 359

South in Fulshear. Hardwick will provide an overview of Social Security retirement and the Medicare program. Learn how and when to apply for maximum Social Security benefits; when to file for Medicare; and how to use online tools at the Social Security Administration’s website. Get a better understanding of how early retirement affects benefits. Hardwick will also talk about disability, survivors, and spouse benefits.

Those attending the program are encouraged to go to the Social Security Administration website (www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount) to create an account and

print out a Social Security statement prior to the program.

Hardwick has worked for the Social Security Administration for more than 40 years, and has won numerous communication awards during that time. This presentation is free and open to the public. Anyone over the age of 18 is encouraged to attend. For more information, visit (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Sugar Land Branch Library 9281-238-2140), the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library (281-633-4675), or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).

Social Security/Medicare Programs @ Libraries

Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, at Richmond, Texas on this the 20th day of August, 2019 .

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO: LUIS ARMANDO GARZA MURJLLO VALLE DE GUADALUPE #18 VALLE REAL TAMAULIPAS 87560 MEXICO NOTICE: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on Monday next following the expiration of forty-two days from the date of issuance of this citation, same being October 07,2019 a default judgment may be taken against you.

The case is presently pending before the 268TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas. It bears cause number 17-DCV-239526 and is styled: State of Texas VS $12,633.00 U.S. Currency The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: MARK LAFORGE ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY 301 JACKSON ST RICHMOND TX 77469 281-633-7638 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: PLAINTIFF PRAYS THAT THIS PETITION BE CONSIDERED AN ORIGINAL NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENDED FORFEITURE AND THAT CITATION ISSUE TO THOSE PARTIES SET OUT IN THIS PETITION; THAT UPON HEARING THIS COURT FIND THAT THE $12,633.00 U.S. CURRENCY IS CONTRABAND AS DEFINED IN THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE, ARTICLE 59.01 (2) AND THAT THE COURT ALLOW FORFEITURE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO THE STATE OF TEXAS BY AND THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS AGENT FOR THE STATE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS LOCAL AGREEMENTS, SUBJECT ONLY TO ANY INTEREST OF THE BONA FIDE HOLDER OF THE PERFECTED LIEN OR PERFECTED SECURITY INTEREST ON SAID CONTRABAND AND THAT THE PROPERTY BE DISPOSED OF PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 59.06 OF THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE AND THAT ALL COSTS BE TAXED AGAINST CLAIMANT IN THIS CAUSE AND FOR SUCH OTHER RELIEF AT LAW AND IN EQUITY AS THE PLAINTIFF SHALL BE ENTITLED TO RECEIVE. If this Citation is not served, it shall be returned unserved.

Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, at Richmond, Texas on this the 20th day of August, 2019.

DISTRICT CLERK BEVERLEY MCGREW WALKER FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS Physical Address: 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Room 31004 Richmond, Texas 77469

DISTRICT CLERK BEVERLEY MCGREW WALKER FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS Physical Address: 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Room 31004 Richmond, Texas 77469

Mailing Address: 301 Jackson St., Room 101 Richmond, Texas 77469

Mailing Address: 301 Jackson St., Room 101 Richmond, Texas 77469 Deputy District Clerk Salena M. Jasso 281-341-3787

THE STATE OF TEXAS CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO: ONESIMO DELEON CRUZ NOTICE: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on Monday next following the expiration of forty-two days from the date of issuance of this citation, same being October 07, 2019 a default judgment may be taken against you.

The case is presently pending before the 400TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County sitting in Richmond, Texas. It bears cause number 17-DCV244505 and is styled: State of Texas VS $10,000 U.S. Currency The name and address of the attorney for PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is: MARK LAFORGE ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY 301 JACKSON ST RICHMOND TX 77469 281-633-7638 The nature of the demands of said PLAINTIFF OR PETITIONER is as follows to-wit: WHEREFORE, PREMISES CONSIDERED, PLAINTIFF PRAYS THAT THIS PETITION BE CONSIDERED AN ORIGINAL NOTICE OF SEIZURE AND INTENDED FORFEITURE AND THAT CITATION ISSUE TO THOSE PARTIES AS SET OUT IN THIS PETITION; THAT UPON HEARING THIS COURT FIND THAT THE $10,000.00 U.S. CURRENCY IS CONTRABAND AS DEFINED IN THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE, ARTICLE 59.01 (2) AND THAT THE COURT ALLOW FORFEITURE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO THE STATE OF TEXAS BY AND THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS AGENT FOR THE STATE AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS LOCAL AGREEMENTS, SUBJECT ONLY TO ANY INTEREST OF THE BONA FIDE HOLDER OF THE PERFECTED LIEN OR PERFECTED SECURITY INTEREST ON SAID CONTRABAND AND THAT THE PROPERTY BE DISPOSED OF PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 59.06 OF THE TEXAS CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE AND THAT ALL COSTS BE TAXED AGAINST CLAIMANT IN THIS CAUSE AND FOR SUCH OTHER RELIEF AT LAW AND IN EQUITY AS THE PLAINTIFF SHALL BE ENTITLED TO RECEIVE. If this Citation is not served, it shall be returned unserved.

Deputy District Clerk Salena M. Jasso 281-341-3787

City of Missouri City LEGAL NOTICE THIS IS A MANDATED PUBLICATION OF THE LEGAL NOTICE ******* OPENING DATE OF October 8, 2019 AT 2:00 p.m. ******* Request for Qualifications (RFQ No. 20-306) UPDATING WATERSHED MASTER PLANS Responses must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the RFQ name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Responses must be delivered to the attention of City of Missouri City Attn: Purchasing Office RFQ No. 20-306 1522 Texas Parkway Missouri City, Texas 77489 Prior to the acceptance deadline. Responses marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Until final award of the contract, the City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, to waive irregularities or technicalities, to re-advertise, or proceed to do the work otherwise when in the best interests of the City. No bid may be withdrawn during the 60 days following the bid opening date.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLES SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 458TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on August 28, 2019 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND COUNTY VS. GUILLERMO CHAPELLIN, ET AL in Cause# 16-DCV-237169 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, 1 will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 1st day of October, 2019, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 30 I Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 2: GEO: 3715010040060 Lot 6 in Block 4 of Hickory Creek, Section One, a subdivision in Fort Bend County, Texas according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Slide No. 569/B of the Map Records of Fort Bend County, Texas.

TRACT 1: GEO: 3715010040170 Lot 17 in Block 4 of Hickory Creek, Section One, a subdivision in Fort Bend County, Texas according to the map or plat thereof recorded under Slide No. 569/B of the Plat Records of Fort Bend County, Texas.

Levied on September 4,2019 as the property of GUILLERMO CHAPELLIN, ROSITA CHAPELLIN to satisfy a judgment amounting to $9,960.98, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attorney’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT# 34, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. Given under my hand on September 4, 2019.

WAYNE K. THOMPSON, CONSTABLE Fort Bend County Precinct 3 22333 Grand Corner Dr., Ste 103 Katy, Tx 77494 David Rivera , #1322 Deputy Constable.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLES SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 458TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on September 3, 2019 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND COUNTY ET AL, VS. SUPINDA FLY, ET AL in Cause# 18-DCV-256225 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, 1 will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 1st day of October, 2019, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the William B. Travis Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 30 I Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469-3108 of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: GEO: 3 105 140010010914 LOT I IN BLOCK I OF FIRETHORNE, SECTION 14, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT NO. 20070014 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on September 4,2019 as the property of Supinda Fly, Firethorne Community Association, Inc. to satisfy a judgment amounting to $30,375.39, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attorney’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT# 15, FORT BEND COUNTY, FORT BEND COUNTY GENERAL FUND, FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT, AND KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. Given under my hand on September 4, 2019.

WAYNE K. THOMPSON, CONSTABLE Fort Bend County Precinct 3 22333 Grand Corner Dr., Ste 103 Katy, Tx 77494 David Rivera, #1322 Deputy Constable.

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Clements Theatre explores Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew

Houston Community College Presents Passion for Fashion Runway Show Houston Community College’s Passion for Fashion Runway Show - one of the most anticipated and exhilarating annual fashion events in Houston - takes place 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, on Level II of Neiman Marcus, at the Houston Galleria.

Designer Kimora Lee Simmons is this year’s featured guest. The former fashion model will debut her Fall 2019 collection at the event, which is being offered by Neiman Marcus at the Galleria.

Passion for Fashion is an annual scholarship fundraising event benefitting college students in HCC’s fashion design and fashion merchandising

programs.

The runway show also serves as a celebration of local fashion icons and influencers. Legendary fashion leaders Céron and Dr. Duyen Nguyen will be honored this year, along with fashion media professionals Clifford Pugh and Joy Sewing, and HCC fashion students Jing Cao and Nathan Phan.

Now in its 11th year, Passion for Fashion was founded by Julia Anderson Frankel, this year’s Honorary Chair.

A limited number of seats are available. For more information, please call Andrea Bonner in the HCC Fashion Merchandising department at 713.718.6150 or purchase

tickets.

WHO: Houston Community College WHAT: The 2019 Passion for Fashion Runway Show WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 2 WHERE: Neiman Marcus, Houston Galleria – Level II 2600 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, TX 77056 WHY: To provide college scholarships to students in HCC’s Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising programs.

Clements Theatre invites audiences to their hilarious and forward-thinking production of William Shakespeare‘s The Taming of the Shrew on October 15th, 16th and 17th.

Clements High School’s new Theatre Director, Gavin Mundy, is working alongside returning Technical Director, Tim Sperlak, to ensure Shakespeare’s classic battle-ofthe-sexes comedy is relevant and entertaining for millennials who push back against patriarchal traditions.

For those not familiar with the play, The Taming of the Shrew tells the story of a woman named Katherina, and her sister Bianca.

Bianca is everyone’s “ideal woman,” and has many suitors competing for her affection, while Katherina is headstrong and perceived as difficult. The girls’ father mandates that Bianca can not marry until her older sister is wed. Can Katherina the “shrew” be tamed?

While the play’s themes can be construed as sexist or misogynistic, students in the cast and crew are exploring precisely who is taming whom by examining the play with their modern lens.

At the same time, Mr. Sperlak is working with his tech crews to implement a design concept that is timeless with a modern Elizabethan flair.

“I am delighted to join the Clements High School staff as Theatre Director,” Mr. Mundy stated. “In just a few short weeks, the students have impressed me with their work ethic, commitment and talent.

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Missouri City Rec & Tennis Center, 2701 Cypress Point Dr, Missouri City 77459 Learn from Fort Bend Master Gardeners to make a Fall Vegetable Garden and get seedlings to start you off. Cost: $15, which includes ONE free fall plant (additional family members free) Pre-registration is required and the class is limited to the first 30 registrants.

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Irresistible force will once again meet immovable object when the outlandish Petruchio (Prince Pierre) attempts to woo the irrepressible Kate (Paria Ghaderi).

The Taming of the Shrew is (formerly known as the Black providing our troupe the op- Box). Tickets are $10 each at portunity to create and deliver the door for all three shows.

Clements Theatre will also a truly unique production by coupling Shakespeare’s vintage present a truncated, one-act humor with their contemporary version of The Taming of the perspective of societal views of Shrew at the Renaissance Festival on November 5 and at the gender roles.”

All performances – October Texas Thespians Convention 15th-17th at 7PM - will be in between November 21 and 23. the Clements High School Lab

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“History Rising” campaign for Fort Bend Museum renovation exceeds halfway mark

The Fort Bend History Association is very pleased to announce that History Rising, a special project to renovate the Fort Bend Museum’s building and exhibit space, has raised more than $1.1 million – more than halfway to the $2 million goal!

The project, which officially launched in January, includes plans for an entirely new, expanded exhibit space and a remodeled exterior with landscaping and a patio area.

Hailed by community leaders as a long-anticipated and valuable update for more effectively sharing the rich history of Fort Bend County, the campaign initially moved from dream to a work-in-progress thanks to leadership gifts from Mary Jane Kocurek, Billie H. Wendt, Kay Danziger, The George Foundation, the Madison Foundation, the Fort Bend History Association’s Board of Trustees and other key community partners.

“This has always been my dream – to see the Fort Bend Museum expand and be able to showcase more of the stories that make up our county’s rich history,” said Mary Jane Kocurek, who gave the first gift of the campaign and is a retired Lamar CISD teacher/ librarian and member of the Fort Bend History Association’s Board of Trustees. “I’ve been a Docent since this Museum was founded and it’s truly been one of my life’s works to get the Museum to be more competitive and engaging for today’s school children.”

Billie H. Wendt, who has been involved with the Fort Bend Museum since before it

opened in 1972, was another early supporter of the History Rising project.

“My mother has been active at the Museum since the very beginning and this project is very important to her,” said Wendt’s daughter Mayor Evalyn Moore. “She loves the Museum and all it stands for and will be so very happy when the History Rising vision is completed.”

Kay Danziger, who serves as a board member for both Lamar CISD and the Fort Bend History Association, was also very excited to support the campaign during its early phase.

“With me, it’s all about education and kids – I definitely have to be a part of anything that works to enhance both of those! Our county needs this Museum and soon this newlyrenovated space will be a reality we can all be proud of and enjoy,” she said.

COMMUNITY CHALLENGE GRANT ANNOUNCED As part of the ongoing fundraising efforts, the Trustees of The George Foundation generously approved a $250,000 capital grant and also announced a community match challenge opportunity for the History Rising project. From now until the end of 2020, The Foundation will match any donations received toward the project – up to $250,000 – for a total gift of $500,000!

“The Foundation is very excited to invest in the transformation of the Fort Bend Museum to continue to serve

as a valuable asset to the community and support the preservation of our local history,” said Roger Adamson, CEO of The George Foundation.

Once reached, the challenge grant alone will put the project at more than threefourths of the way to the final goal. Tim Kaminski, president of the Fort Bend History Association’s Board of Trustees, said that with the community’s enthusiastic support of this project, he expects that construction crews will be able to break ground in February of 2020 with a potential completion date following at the end of the year.

Anyone wishing to donate toward the matching community challenge can contact the Fort Bend History Association’s administrative office at 281-342-1256. More information can be found at fortbendmuseum.org/historyrising.

History Rising is a special project of the Fort Bend History Association designed to renovate and update the Fort Bend Museum’s building and exhibits. The building was constructed in 1972 and the exhibit gallery received its last major overhaul in 1988. The History Rising plan includes an all-new, more welcoming exterior to complement the adjacent 1883 John and Lottie Moore Home, expanded exhibit gallery space (growing from 1,800 square feet to 3,000 square feet) and an enhanced outdoor patio space for community gatherings and hands-on programs. The plans also include a modular exhibit design approach, which will enable the formerly static gal-

Pictured in the photo celebrating the halfway milestone, L to R: Kay Danziger, a board member for Lamar CISD and the Fort Bend History Association, Roger Adamson, CEO of The George Foundation, Claire Rogers, executive director of the Fort Bend History Association, Mayor Evalyn Moore, daughter of leadership donor and Fort Bend Museum Docent Billie H. Wendt and Mary Jane Kocurek, retired Lamar CISD teacher/librarian, Fort Bend Museum Docent and board member for the Fort Bend History Association. lery area to be opened up for early 1800s through the pres- County through exhibits, comcommunity events, lectures ent-day. Admission is $10 for munity events and programs, and gatherings, and will in- adults, $8 for seniors (65+) living history interpretations, clude more interactive exhib- and $5 for children ages 4-12. school programs and more. its where visitors can explore Operating hours are Tuesday The Association manages the and engage in dialogue around through Friday from 9 a.m. to programs at the Fort Bend diverse stories, voices and 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 Museum, George Ranch Hisperspectives. The building and a.m. to 5 p.m.; historic house torical Park, DeWalt Heritage exhibit renovation needs are tours take place at 10 a.m. and Center and Decker Heritage $2 million; as of September 1 p.m. For more information Park. Other affiliate organiza2019, more than $1.1 million about the Museum, visit fort- tions and programs include the has already been raised. bendmuseum.org or call 281- Fort Bend Museum Docents, Fort Bend Archeological SociThe Fort Bend Museum is 342-6478. located at 500 Houston Street Chartered in 1967, the Fort ety and the Texian Time Main Richmond. Built in 1972, Bend History Association is chine. For more information the Museum showcases the a 501(c)3 non-profit orga- about the Association, please history of Fort Bend County nization that preserves and call 281-342-1256 or visit fband Texas history from the shares the history of Fort Bend history.org.

GIVE A NEW TOY, GET A FREE FLU SHOT Flu shots for persons age 18 and older only.

Join Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, the Exchange and Rotary Clubs and Toys for Tots in an effort to keep our community healthy and make our local children happy this holiday season.

Bring a new, unwrapped toy or children’s clothing item and you’ll receive a FREE flu shot.

One flu shot per unwrapped toy or clothing item.

No appointment is necessary. The flu vaccine is indicated for active immunization for the prevention of influenza disease caused by influenza virus subtypes A and B. Vaccination with the flu vaccine may not protect all people who receive the vaccine.

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital will be distributing a limited supply of the influenza vaccine to persons age 18 and older, with no history of Guillain-Barré syndrome or rubber latex allergy, and who are not pregnant.

For questions, visit events.houstonmethodist.org/flushot-sl or call 281.274.7976.

Saturday, Oct. 12 8 a.m. – Noon Brazos Pavilion Conference Center (Enter through Main Entrance)

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