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Sienna Plantation growing with a purpose There is a reason Sienna Plantation is the topselling master-planned community in Texas.

After 22 years of home sales, the Johnson Development community is continuing to attract families who desire quality homes in first class communities. So what keeps Sienna Plantation growing?

It could be the alluring mix of modern home designs, quality on-site schools, or its amazing amenities. Residents enjoy the benefits of four recreation complexes, five resort-style pools, lighted tennis courts, sports fields, a golf club, numerous parks and playgrounds, over 100 miles of trails, and even a private equestrian center.

It might be the programs and activities the residents enjoy, including sports leagues, road trips, active adult programs, and teen study nights. Having

an on-site lifestyle team means the community has nearly weekly festivals and events to participate in.

To be sure all of these things are factors in attracting families to the Missouri City community.

Living the Sienna Life is a lifestyle that harkens to past community pride where neighbors know and care for each other and a future marked with hope and happiness.

Not only was Sienna Plantation the No. 1 selling community in Texas, it also ranked 14th in the nation, according to researches Robert Charles Lesser and Co. In 2018, sales rose a whopping 42 percent.

To find out more about this little slice of heaven in Fort Bend County, please see the cover story inside this issue of the Fort Bend Business Journal.

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SUGAR LAND HONORS LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS From Staff Reports The city of Sugar Land hosted its third annual business appreciation event, the Leadership and Legacy Luncheon, on Dec. 19.

The luncheon, held in partnership with the Sugar Land Legacy Foundation, celebrates the outstanding performance, leadership and contributions of Sugar Land’s diverse business community.

“Every day, you make our community a better place to live, work and play – and it is truly a privilege for us to get to work alongside you to help your businesses thrive and be successful in Sugar Land,” said Elizabeth Huff, director of economic development for the city of Sugar Land, at this year’s event.

Sugar Land’s philosophy of fostering a probusiness climate, also referred to as the “Sugar Land Way,” has built a strong economy that continues to be recognized on a national level.

The city is a premier location for global companies ranging from local startups to multinational organizations.

This year’s event was held at Constellation

Members of the Sugar Land Legacy Foundation, pictured from the left, include Gene Reed, John Null, Brent Leftwich, Patty Godfrey, Betty Baitland and Sunny Sharma with members of the Appel Family, including Emelia Appel, Patrick Valentz, Veronica Valentz, Erik Appel, Monica Appel, Barrett Appel, Kitee Valentz and Jason Valentz. (Submitted photo) Field, home to the 2018 Atlantic League Champion Sugar Land Skeeters and an example of one of the city’s many public private partnership projects. The event also featured Reid Ryan, president of business operations for the Houston Astros, as the keynote speaker.

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Dollar Tree announces $130 million distribution center in Rosenberg From Staff Reports Dollar Tree, Inc. recently announced tentative plans for a new distribution center project in Rosenberg.

The company plans to invest approximately $130 million, while creating more than 300 new jobs for Rosenberg and surrounding communities.

The company’s final decision to establish a new distribution facility in Rosenberg is predicated on the formal approvals of the mutually agreed upon packages with the Rosenberg City Council, the Rosenberg Development Corporation, and the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court. Also required are the annexation of the 140-acre site and the creation of the reinvestment zones, by the city and county, as well as the successful closing on the purchase of the site.

“Dollar Tree is a large and growing organization,” said Gary Philbin, Dollar Tree’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We currently operate more than 1,600 Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores in the state of Texas and we are excited about our new distribution center project in Fort Bend County. We expect this new, state-of-the-art facility will enhance our supply chain efficiencies and provide

Sales tax revenue totaled $2.8 billion in January From Staff Reports

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Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said state sales tax revenue totaled $2.8 billion in January, 6 percent more than in January 2018.

“The growth in sales tax collections was primarily due to continued strong spending in oiland gas-related sectors,” Hegar said. “Remittances from restaurants also grew, while those from retail trade were flat relative to a year ago.”

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convenient access to our network of stores through reduced stem miles, all while creating hundreds of new jobs.”

“Rosenberg has positive momentum and we’re seeing numerous businesses investing in the city which creates more jobs and revenue,” Rosenberg Development Corporation Executive Director Bret Gardella said. “When you have a company like Dollar Tree seeing the opportunity that we offer, it just adds to our strengths and builds on our assets.”

“Dollar Tree is a phenomenal company and we are thrilled to welcome them to Rosenberg,” said Rosenberg City Manager John Maresh. “This was a project that required coordination at all levels and the joint efforts of the city, Rosenberg Development Corporation and county was excellent. It is great to see yet another company take advantage of Rosenberg’s distribution and logistics strengths.”

Dollar Tree will invest in the construction of the new 1.2 million-squarefeet distribution facility that will provide service directly to Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores. Construction is planned to commence in the April to May period, with the facility expected to be operational by summer 2020. The new distribution facility will be located on Spur 10 near Klosterhoff Road.

Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in January 2019 was up 6.1 percent compared to the same period a year ago. The sales tax is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 57 percent of all tax collections.

In January 2019, Texas collected the following revenue from other major taxes: • oil production taxes — $274.5 million, down 3.3 percent from January 2018, the first such decline since December 2016. Also, monthly oil production tax revenues were the lowest since December 2017; • natural gas production taxes — $152.9 million, up 24.3 percent from January 2018; • motor vehicle sales and rental taxes — $425.7 million, down 0.5 percent from January 2018; and • motor fuel taxes — $305.1 million, up 0.2 percent from January 2018.

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BRADSHAW SETTLE DALELYNN BEE HER NOW 7039 WESTFORD PARK 77407 BRADSHAW SETTLE DALELYNN BEE HER NOW 7039 WESTFORD PARK 77407 TURAY FATMATA LAMINATU HNDRXX AND ASSOCIATES 7031 WESTFORD PARK LANE 77407 BOBADILLA NIKOLAY ALAN INKA TRUCKING’S SERVICE 16926 MIDNIGHT SUN LN 77407 RUDRA LLC RUDRA TX LLC 10919 COLINTON DRIVE 77407

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TESEMA EYOB NEGASH JEHOVAHJIREH 19314 SUMMER ISLAND WAY 77407

ABDULHAMEED MOHAMMED N M.NEHAD CAMPAIGN 8718 GRASSWREN RD 77407

DISNEY KELLY MAUREEN KELBRI’S RESALE 4926 LAKE WICHITA LN 77407

ESTEVEZ EMILIO DIGITAL TIMES 5702 BALDWIN ELM STREET 77407

DISNEY BRIANNE HOPE NEW LIGHT RESALE 4926 LAKE WICHITA LN 77407

TELLISON ASHLEY GOOD HEALTH & WELLNESS PERSONAL CARE HOME 18311 TRACE POINT LN 77407

HERRERA CHRISTINA STAND BY ME HOME CARE 19402 GABLE CROSSING DR 77407

ONYEKWELU MARIA DELCARMEN FOXY BEAUTY 17907 FEATHERFIELD LN 77407

JXP DAY SPA ENTERPRISE LLC BISOU NAIL LOUNGE 7417 W GRAND PARKWAY S #110 77407

MARRERO-DIAZ MARIBEL WHIPLASHEZ 4814 LAKE WICHITA LN 77407

SIMON PAULIN SIMON DESIGN SOLUTIONS 18114 OAKFIELD CROSSING 77407

MADDOX KRYSTEN ELIZABETH THE BLACK HIPSTER VINTAGE BOUTIQUE 20900 FM 1093 APT 4308 77407

IA-ADVANCED TELECOM SOLUTIONS LLC ATS 20711 KINGSFORD TRAIL LANE 77407

THOMAS ANTONEY DIGIFESSOR 6703 LINWOOD TERRACE DRIVE 77407

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DBA (Assumed Names) WILLIS JACQUELINE L JA’K’S DREAM 9114 PECOS ROSE LN 77407 WILLIS JACQUELINE L JA’K’S DREAM SWEETS 9114 PECOS ROSE LN 77407 ROBINSON CHANDRA LASHAWN FOREVER BOUJEE’ BOUTIQUE 19410 CANNON HILLS LANE 77407 ROBINSON CHANDRA LASHAWN B’ BOUJEE’ BOUTIQUE 19410 CANNON HILLS LANE 77407

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TRIPP DAVID RAY HUNTING TRIPPS 4225 FOERSTER SCHOOL ROAD 77461 ANZALDUA ADAM RICHARD A+A FRAMING & SOLUTIONS 3407 BEASLEY AVE 77461 LIENDRO JOHN JR HARRIS COUNTY RECOVERY P O BOX 153 77461

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OLIVIEA DYNISHA DEYONN LETS MAKE IT CROCHET & ORIGINALS 1111 GOLFVIEW DRIVE 77469 HENSLEY KRISTINA ELAINE THE RICH ROSE SPA 1000 AUSTIN ST STE A 77469 MOORE BERONICA ORTEGA A&D CUSTOM PRINTING 255 PITTMAN ROAD 77469 BOORE BERONICA ORTEGA ABNC MED SQUAD SOLUTIONS 255 PITTMAN ROAD 77469 TEXAS TOUGH INSPECTIONS LLC TEXAS TOUGH INSPECTIONS 6819 HARPERS DR 77469 STALLING BETTY STARTERS HOME FURNITURE 21514 COZY HOLLOW LANE STE 100 77469 PETTIES VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS LLC SEWPRESSED HAIR STUDIO 2441 RIDGEWORTH LN 77469

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BENDER JONATHAN JONATHAN BENDER PRODUCTIONS 4623 HICKORY BRANCH LN 77479 ICON IDEATION LLC IDEATION PROMO 5935 TURNER SHADOW LN 77479

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SERNA RIVAS JOSE LUIS LUVE AND ADCA PRODUCTS 16359 SAN DARIO DR 77083

ICON IDEATION LLC ICON IDEATION DESIGN 5935 TUNER SHADOW LN 77479

SERNA RIVAS JOSE LUIS GENESIS TECHNOLOGY 16359 SAN DARIO DR 77083

MY QUICK PROMOTION INC EVENT RED WRISTBAND 5935 TURNER SHADOW LANE 77479

MASIRI LLC BIRYANI & CO 9406 HIGHWAY 6 SOUTH 77083

ZHAO CHUAN ICECODE 1730 MONVALE LN 77479

MATA ANNA MARIA MATA TRACTOR SERVICE 7603 LORO LINDA DR 77083

BROWN FELICIA THE FLAWLESS BRAND 16742 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY #37 77479

ALI SYED W SYED W ALI 15102 BARBAROSSA DR 77083

ARTANI FARAH FARAH ARTANI 16742 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY SUITE 10 77479

LOWE NETIFNET DEPENDABLE DISTPATCH 8514 MANASSAS LN 77083

RAVURI KIRAN SAI MEDICAL CARE 702 WELDON PARK DR 77479 SHAH ASHOKKUMAR MANILAL HONEST IN DIET 2515 WILLOW SPRINGS LN 77479 PENG TIAN KELETGEO 5314 DALTON RANCH LN 77479 CHAPMAN RICHARD K CHAPMAN BUSINESS CONSULTING 62 ORCHARD FALLS DRIVE 77479 CHAPMAN KATRINA L TRINI’S BOOKS 62 ORCHARD FALLS DRIVE 77479 RG INVESTMENTS NO 3 LLLP FIRST COLONY SELF STORAGE 16615 LEXINGTON BLVD 77479 COOL RIVER CAR WASH #1 TX LLC COOL RIVER CAR WASH 1507 RAVENEL LANE 77479 NATASHA & SABRINA ENTERPRISES INC HOMETRUST REALTY ADVISORS 806 DELFORD WAY 77479

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OPE OLANREWAJU Y LARRY & JERRY PARTNERSHIP P O BOX 1915 77406 GAGAN SHAKIL AKHTAR TURNKEY BUILDERS AND REMODLERS 1107 OPAL CUP CIRCLE 77406 IHDE NICHOLE MINDFULLY DISTRACTED 1002 FERNDALE LANE 77406 STUBLLA MENSUR PPROXO 23923 VILLA LISA DR 77406 AAA CLOUD SERVICES LLC HOUSE OF ANGELS ASSISTED LIVING LLC 2023 OLD DIXIE DR 77406 CRUZ BLANCA CATALINAS DAINTY DESIGNS 2427 WREN MEADOW RD 77406

NKUKU OLIVER SANDRIGO DELIVERY SERVICES 23418 SANDRIGO ST 77406 MCCUBBIN KELLIE KELLILE MCCUBBIN’S ACCOUNTING SERVICES 3274 KARLEIGH WAY 77406 ADAM GIBRINE OVERSTOCKS AFRICA 5614 W GRAND PARKWAY S STE 102 # 135 77406 CONTINUES...

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TEYEGAGA CHRISTINE AFRICA ONLINE BUSINESS SCHOOL 5614 W GRAND PARKWAY S STE 102 #135 77406

WILLIAMS SEAN TWIN CITY FENCE 932 HORACE MANN AVE 77471

VU HONGUY THI AZORA NAILS & SPA 1721 SPRING GREEN BVLD #500 77494

TEYEGAGA CHRISTINE BOOKS FOR A BETTER AFRICA 5614 W GRAND PARKWAY S STE 102 # 135 77406

ENAMORADO EDIN J LOPEZ ARKA BUILDING & REMODELING 7810 VINCIK EHLERT RD 77471

BURG & PEARSON CPAS PC JAMES D BURG & COMPANY PC 24935 ROESNER RD 77494

TEYEGAGA CHRISTINE EPP BOOKS SERVICES 5614 W GRAND PARKWAY S STE 102 # 135 77406

EVANICKY VERONICA MARIE MINDFUL HOMES MINDFUL LIVING 2115 JUNIPER DALE DR 77471

KNIERIM JEANNIE MAGICAL MEMMORIES VACATIONS 2500 MILLS PASS CT 77494

CHACON MARIA ESTELLA EMILY’S TRANPORATION 4408 DEBBIE CT 77471

ANNOL INVESTMENTS LLC WELL MAID SERVICES 2114 CACTUS BLOOM 77494

SCHROEDER JAMES ROBERT JRS DRILLING CONSULTANT 28218 EVERGREEN COVE LANE 77471

BROWN JANET FAY RUTHIE’S CARE SERVICES 22510 GUSTON HALL 77494

CANTER DOUG JOHN KJD ENTERPRISES 7404 TOWN CENTER BLVD 1012 77471

BALLARD ERIC KB WRITING 22442 TULLIS TRAIL CT 77494

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PEOPLES WESLEY EMPIRE MOTORS 1804 AVENUE M 77471 CREATIVE PHARMACY MANAGEMENT LLC SPEEDY CARE PHARMACY 4705 AVENUE H 77471 PPT SERVICES COOLING & HEAT LLC PPT SERVICES COOLING & HEAT 2105 AVE L 77471 DURAN CHRISTINA JEAN ELYSIAN AESTHETICS 503 HOUSTON STREET #B 77471 OGUNWALE JOSEPH EVERBEST INTERNATIONAL PLC 3030 CURRIER CT 77471 ARRIAGA JOSE A DBA A ARRIAGAS FLOORING 3231 FM 360 RD 77471 LUX CONCERTS LLC SPEAKERBOX MEDIA 24200 SOUTHWEST FREEWAYSTE 402-119 77471 MACKNIGHT SERVICES LLC MACKNIGHT SERVICES 3902 REESE RD A309 77471 BAYER KENNETH GEORGE SOCIAL YOUR BIZ 1335 ELLIS GROVE LANE 77471 ARRIAGA JOSE A J. A. ARRIAGA’S FLOORING 3231 FM 360 RD 77471 JIMENEZ YURITSI JIMENEZ JIMENEZ 6122 RANDON SCHOOL RD 77471

ENAMORADO EDIN JAVIER LOPEZ ARKA BUILDING AND REMODELING 7810 VINCIK EHLERT RD 77471

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MORENO GUADALUPE MOMMAS MACARONS & MORE 3359 RIVER RD 77471 BENTANCUR REBECCA LEE WOOF N’ WAG PETSITTING 1215 FROST ST 77471 PEOPELS WESLEY EMPIRE IMPORTS 1804 AVE M 77471 DE LEON LORYN MERAKI THREADS 2215 LEONETTI LN 77471

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CORTES DANIEL A KATY’S COMFORT A/C AND HEATING 24915 RANCH LAKE CT 77494 MASIRI LLC BIRYANI & CO. 9406 HIGHWAY 6 SOUTH 77494 HENDRICKS K JONEA VAMPS 24022 CINCO VILLAGE CENTER BLV SUITE 28 77494 OBILO JUSTIN JBC GROUP HOMES 4034 WHEAT HARVEST LN 77494 JIDE FESTUS P PEREJYD GLOBAL SERVICES 29826 NORWOOD CANYON LN 77494 March 2019 H The Fort Bend Business Journal

SANCHEZ MARK HEALTHY EATZ 5210 JACKSON PARK LANE 77494 CTF HOLDINGS LLC F2 FITNESS 27902 JORDANFIELD LN 77494 BERHANU AMER AB CAPITAL 14507 SCOTTSBURY CT 77494

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ALVELDANO FEDERICO JAF CONSTRUCTION 14102 CLOVER POINT DR 77498

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With inviting indoor and outdoor features, the Sawmill Lake Club recreation complex is a popular gathering spot for Sienna Plantation residents.

#1 SELLING COMMUNITY IN TEXAS

Top-selling Sienna Plantation is known for its many amenities, including water parks.

It’s

the rare Houstonian who has never heard of Sienna Plantation. Perennially popular, the Missouri City master-planned community — known as much for its communal spirt as its top-shelf amenities — is the No. 1 top-selling master-planned community in Texas.

of trails, numerous parks and playgrounds, sports fields, a golf club and access to an on-site private equestrian center.

The award-winning Sienna Plantation Recreation Department oversaw more than 70 different programs and activities for residents in 2018 including multi-age sports leagues, active adult programs, teen study nights and even road trips. In addition, the on-site lifestyle team plans nearly 50 festivals, Truck ‘n Munch food truck events, concerts and more each year for residents.

In 2018 alone, sales in the 10,800-acre Johnson Development community rose 42 percent, placing it at No. 1 for Texas and No. 14 in the nation on lists by housing researchers John Burns Real Estate Consulting and Robert Charles Lesser & Co (RCLCO). There were 530 homes sold in Sienna Plantation last year, compared with 372 homes sold in 2017.

“We’re very proud of the programming we offer,” said Andy Peal, Recreation Director for Sienna Plantation. “If you were to factor in all of the other leagues, fitness programming and special events that take place over the course of the year, Sienna Plantation is very likely the most actively programmed community in Texas, if not the country.”

Now in its 22nd year of home sales, the community is constantly innovating to provide current and future residents with an alluring mix of modern home designs, the latest amenities and onsite schools. #LivingTheSiennaLife At the core of Sienna Plantation’s popularity is what Alvin San Miguel, general manager of Sienna Plantation, calls the “signature Sienna lifestyle.”

“The Sienna lifestyle is about so much more than homes or amenities,” San Miguel said. “It’s about quality of life. People make the move to Sienna because they can’t imagine living anywhere else. There is real community spirit. You feel part of something

Sienna Plantation residents enjoy a signature Sienna lifestyle with fun events for all ages hosted throughout the year. and in this day and age, that is rare.”

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There’s No Place Like Home Achieving the Sienna lifestyle is easier than many homebuyers think with 16 nationally recognized builders offering a range of designs and floor plans starting from in the $250,000s to more than $1 million.

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find it in Sienna Plantation,” San Miguel said. “There is so much to choose from. Our builders offer everything from Craftsman-style bungalows to expansive luxury homes. There also is a wide selection of single-story designs, which are becoming increasingly popular.”

And while many buyers are new to the community, many more are current residents looking to stay in the community they have grown to love.

“It says something about our community that people who first moved here with their young children want to spend their retirement years with us,” San Miguel said. “They can do it because we offer such a wide-range of floor plans and activities.”

Current residents also are some of the community’s best marketers with more than 50 percent of new residents mentioning friends or family as the reason they chose to make their home in Sienna Plantation.

More On-site Schools According to the RCLCO report, popular masterplanned communities have more than large recreation centers going for them. They have good schools located within those communities.

Currently, seven Fort Bend ISD schools are located on-site serving grades from Kindergarten through 12th grade.

“You can see many students walking and riding their bikes to and from school each day,” San Miguel said.

Fort Bend ISD has opened two new schools in the Village of Sawmill Lake within the last two years — Leonetti Elementary and Thornton Middle School.

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Both Thornton Middle and Leonetti Elementary schools were too new to be included in the annual Children at Risk ratings released last year, but the five other schools within Sienna Plantation — Scanlan Oaks Elementary, Schiff Elementary, Sienna Crossing Elementary, Baines Middle School and Ridge Point High School — all performed admirably, ranking well over their peers across the state, San Miguel said.

No. 1 and Still Not Done After more than 20 years of successful development, it would be easy for Sienna Plantation to rest on its laurels, but the community has no intention of slowing down. The community is set to expand again with the debut of Heritage Park, a new neighborhood that will offer 600 additional homesites, nine new models, a dog park and a new series of home designs.

“We are constantly asking ourselves what more we can do for our residents and for home buyers,” San Miguel said.

“Heritage Park will introduce new townhome designs by Chesmar Homes for 28-foot homesites that we expect will be very attractive to entry-level buyers. Our four-legged residents will have an additional place to run as well.”

Eight builders will offer floor plans in Sienna’s new Heritage Park. Chesmar Homes also will build on 45-foot homesites, as will M/I Homes and Newmark Homes. Lennar, Newmark and Perry Homes will build on 50foot homesites in Heritage Park and Meritage Homes and Westin Homes will offer floor plans for 60-foot lots. The new model home park is expected to open in May. “We’re No. 1 but we’re not done yet,” said San Miguel. “It’s why we’re the first stop for new homebuyers and their first choice.”

Sixteen nationally recognized builders offer homes priced from the $250,000s to more than $1 million in Sienna Plantation, the best-selling community in Texas.

M/I Homes will be one of eight builders to offer designs in Sienna Plantation’s newest neighborhood, Heritage Park.

A new model home park is expected to open in May.

Miles and miles of trails traverse Sienna Plantation, encouraging residents to enjoy the wooded landscape during morning runs and after-dinner walks.

Learn more about Sienna Plantation homes and amenities at https://www.siennaplantation.com.

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were presented to the late Herb Appel, who served as president and chief executive officer of the Fort Bend Economic Development Council for 27 years and NALCO Champion, an Ecolab Company, which in 2016 completed the consolidation of its Houston-area offices and centralized its headquarters in Sugar Land. The Sugar Land Legacy Foundation Board of Directors selected recipients from nominations based on their commitment, business experience, tenure, service and leadership in Sugar Land.

Representing Legacy Award recipient NALCO Champion, an Ecolab Company, were, from the left, Bo Rose, Kurt Kirchof, Darrell Brown, Leanne HamiltonThompson, and David Horsup. (Submitted photo)

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From Staff Reports Sienna Plantation Recreation Director Andy Peal was named Recreation Director of the Year by the Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS) at the organization’s East Region Conference Jan. 21.

Each year, the non-profit organization recognizes and honors individuals and organizations that have rendered significant contributions to the field of parks and recreation.

“I’m completely humbled and honored by the award — but a little embarrassed by it too,” Peal said. “I am blessed with an extraordinary team. Barbara Mendoza, Debbie Gallardo and Ryan Alexander are the creative geniuses behind all of the amazing programs that our residents enjoy. Without their enthusiasm for service to this community and their commitment to providing high quality recreation, this award wouldn’t have happened.”

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NEW TECHNOLOGY REDUCES CHEMOTHERAPY-RELATED HAIR LOSS From Staff Reports For patients undergoing chemotherapy to treat cancer, hair loss can be a devastating side effect.

Now, a proven technology – available to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital patients – can help reduce or even eliminate the hair loss known as chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA).

The Paxman Scalp Cooling System was approved by the FDA in 2017 and is now cleared for use on patients who are undergoing chemotherapy to treat solidtumor cancers such as ovarian, breast, colorectal, bowel and prostate cancer.

The cooling system works by lowering the temperature of hair follicles immediately before, during and after chemotherapy. That prevents chemotherapy drugs from attacking fastdividing hair follicle cells in the growth stage.

“Hair loss during chemotherapy is more than just an image issue,” said Amy Sebastian-Deutsch, director of oncology at Houston Methodist Sugar Land. “It’s also a very visible sign that a patient has cancer,

which can lead to privacy concerns. Many patients also report that hair loss impacts how others see them and is harmful to their own sense of well-being. The scalp cooling system can be used by both men and women in order to reduce the likelihood of CIA.” The scalp cooling system includes a soft, flexible cap that fits comfortably on the patient’s head for the duration of each chemotherapy treatment session. The cap is connected to a small cooling machine that keeps the scalp at a constant temperature, just a few degrees below normal. The cap can also be detached from the machine for brief periods to allow for greater mobility.

The reduction in scalp temperature slows blood flow to hair follicles and limits the impact of chemotherapy drugs, which work by preventing cell division.

“This is a major breakthrough that has very real benefits for both men and women fighting cancer,” said board-certified oncologist Jorge Darcourt, M.D., of Houston Methodist Oncology Partners at Sugar Land. “Hair loss is almost always a topic of concern with patients, and many of them find that losing their hair is a constant reminder of their cancer and a real obstacle to a positive attitude. Now they can

A patient uses the Paxman Scalp Cooling System. (Submitted photo) approach chemotherapy without the additional concern of hair loss and have more control in their fight against cancer.”

For more information about scalp cooling, contact Oncology Nurse Navigators at 281-276-8989 or if you want to know if you can be a candidate for scalp cooling, ask your oncologist at your next appointment.

To learn more about Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, visit houstonmethodist.org/sugarland.

One-Gigabit fiber Internet comes to Sugar Land From Staff Reports Windstream, a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions, said Kinetic Business Fiber Internet services, with speeds up to one Gig (gigabit per second), are now available to more than 3,300 commercial locations in Sugar Land with the opportunity to expand further to address the business needs of the market.

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Gig Internet expansion affecting nearly 100,000 businesses in 16 states.

Sugar Land is among the very first markets served in this expansion. It means approximately one-third of commercial locations, primarily small and mediumsized businesses, across Windstream’s rural footprint will have access to Gig services, up from the current 2 percent.

For small and medium-sized businesses, fiber Internet connections allow Sugar Land-based businesses to enable more robust solutions such as next-generation network, cloud voice and advanced security and business continuity plans.

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“We know the Houston area is competing with Los Angeles and New York, and even London and Hong Kong, and Internet service cannot even be a question.

You’ve got to put your voice lines on it, your cloud data storage, and do it all in the blink of an eye,” said Danny Ferguson, president of Windstream operations in Texas. “Kinetic Business fiber Internet is that new frontier.”

The Kinetic Business suite of services includes high-speed Internet, unified voice services and network security solutions for businesses. For more information, visit Windstream.com/business.

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association team in 2007 after a four-year stint with the City of Sugar Land Parks and Recreation Department.

Under his leadership, the recreation department has grown exponentially, overseeing more than 70 different programs and activities for Sienna Plantation residents in 2018 including multi-age sports leagues, active adult programs, resident parties, teen study nights and even road trips.

“Andy is such an asset to our community,” said Alvin San Miguel, General Manager of Sienna Plantation. “He and his team are doing an amazing job of coordinating the array of programs and activities that help make Sienna the topselling community in Texas.”

Last year saw the highest total participation in the department’s history, catering to more than 6,100 residents. Ten years ago, less than half that number took part.

Sienna Plantation Associations team members at the Texas Recreation and Parks Society conference in January are, from left, Ryan Alexander, Barbara Mendoza, Andy Peal, Sandy Denton and Debbie Gallardo. Peal was named Recreation Director of the Year at the event. (Submitted photo)

“We’re very proud of the programming we offer,” Peal said. “If you were to factor in all of the other leagues, fitness programming and special event attendees that take place over the course of the year, Sienna Plantation is very likely the most actively programmed community in Texas, if not the country.”

An additional 47 events are planned by the community’s Community Relations Department such as the Spring Fling Toddler Fair, movie nights and the community garage sale.

In addition to Peal’s award, a photo of the Sienna Plantation tennis court took home a trophy for Excellence in Photography in Athletics. Both the Sienna Plantation Community Services Foundation and Sienna Plantation Community Enhancement Fund were a collective nominee for Advocate of the Year. Gallardo, Hospitality Coordinator, was a nominee for the Rookie of The Year award.

Learn more at www.siennaplantation. com.

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is now using Heartflow advanced 3D imaging From Staff Reports Patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) are benefiting from an advanced technology available at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital that can accurately model blood flow to the heart and reduce the need for invasive procedures.

The HeartFlow Analysis uses data gathered during a routine CT scan to create a computerized, color-coded, 3D model of the patient’s heart and associated blood flow, giving physicians a detailed look at both the location of artery blockages and their exact impact on the heart.

In the past, patients with chest pain were given a cardiac stress test followed by a traditional CT scan that might indicate coronary artery disease but could not conclusively prove that there were significant blockages. That required an invasive angiogram, in which a catheter is

The Heartflow Analysis provides physicians with a color-coded 3D model to better understand how a blockage may impact blood flow.

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“The new imaging technology is extremely valuable in helping us to more accurately diagnose patients with clinically significant coronary artery disease and thus determine the most appropriate course of treatment based on their unique needs,” said Eric Longo, M.D., board-certified radiologist and Chair of the Department of Radiology at Houston Methodist Sugar Land. “With the HeartFlow 3D analysis, we can examine each point in the coronary anatomy to identify and locate lesions that are likely to cause ischemia, or inadequate blood flow, without the need for an invasive diagnostic coronary angiogram.”

Coronary heart disease is the most common form of heart disease in the United States, affecting more than 15 million Americans. Blockages in the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart increase a patient’s risk of heart attack, and common symptoms include chest pain or tightness, shortness of breath and heart palpitations.

A recent study of nearly 400,000 patients at 650 U.S. hospitals found that 55 percent of patients who underwent an invasive angiogram had non-obstructive coronary artery disease, meaning there were no significant blockages requiring intervention.

“HeartFlow 3D analysis aims to decrease unnecessary invasive diagnostic angiograms so other forms of treatment in patients with non-obstructive coronary artery disease can be expedited and the inherent risks associated with conventional angiography may be avoided,” said Dr. Longo.

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MISSOURI CITY WELCOMES NEW FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR From Staff Reports

Allena J. Portis, a fiscal veteran with more than 22 years experience implementing sound financial procedures and strategies, is Missouri City’s new Director of Financial Services and Chief Financial Officer.

Portis, who is a Certified Public Accountant and has a master of public Please note: This business degree, card willjoined be printed offset, 4-color process printing. administration the “Show In process printing, colors and tone can vary slightly from one printing run to another.

Me City” on Jan. 7. Prior to this role, she was the director of finance for League City.

With experience in government and non-profit sectors, Portis brings a widerange of expertise to the Missouri City team and is adept in fiscal management, Allena J. Portis advanced accounting, and preparing and implementing budgets. As CFO, she will development and performance and have oversight of the financial services employee training and mentorship. team, which is comprised of 16 full-time “Ms. Portis brings a wealth of professionals who manage the accounting, operations experience and is an excellent budget, payroll, procurement, revenue addition to our award-winning team,” said City Manager Anthony J. Snipes. “She is collections, and treasury management also experienced in using the city’s ERP functions of the city and the local government corp. system, Tyler MUNIS, which is a great In addition to fiscal management, benefit to the city as she is able to foster a Portis is also proficient in contract smooth transition with minimal training.”

As well as working in League City as development and negotiations, staff

director and assistant director of finance; Portis’ career in government finance includes the following service: • Manager of Fiscal and Administrative Services, Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department; • Director of Sheriff’s Administrative Services, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office; • Fiscal Operations Manager, Police Department, City of Sacramento; and • Accounting Manager, City of Elk Grove.

Portis earned her MPA from Golden Gate University, a bachelor of science degree in accounting from University of Phoenix and an associate of science degree in business/accounting from Los Medanos College. She also has numerous professional certifications and is currently the vice president of the Gulf Coast Chapter of the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas.

Portis succeeds Edena Atmore, who is now an Assistant City Manager in Hutto.

“I look forward to partnering with the city’s exemplary staff to continue our mission of delivering outstanding customer service to all members of our diverse community,” Portis said. “And, the Financial Services Team will remain committed to transparency, stewardship and the City’s vision of being known and recognized as a superior municipal organization.”

To learn more about the Financial Services Department, visit: www. mctxfinance.com.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY A/C AND HEATING TAURUS MECHANICAL,INC Cell (832) 731-5256 www.houstonheatingandcooling.com Taurus Mechanical, Inc. is a locally-owned business and has been serving customers in Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, and Katy in the state of Texas for the last 33 years since 1986. We provide residential and commercial services. We provide Quality and Integrity in our service.

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The Business Journal features news stories about businesses, people, and events of importance to the local business community.

ALTERATIONS & TAILORING LIZ’S TAILOR and ALTERATIONS 281-242-3193 www.lizstailor.com 3626 Highway 6 South (In the Luby’s/Big Lots Shopping Center) Sugar Land, TX 77478 Our Alterations Service for Ladies and Gentlemen include: Full resizing of your dress or prom to make a perfect fit; hem pants & jeans, taper in and out; shorten jacket sleeves and zipper changes. We fix your clothes at affordable prices. We offer professional tailoring. We will make your clothes from a catalog or pattern.

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NETWORKING Fort Bend Chapter - BNI Fort Bend Business Network International, the oldest networking chapter in the Fort Bend Chapter - BNI network, is a group of like-minded business owners who meet to network every Thursday morning at 7 am at Sweetwater Country Club. Membership is limited to one professional per category.

However, the organization does have some open categories and is looking for entrepreneurs who want to connect with a great group of people and grow their business! For information on how to come visit, please email jeanne@jeannegregory. com.

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