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1.) Mayor Allen Owen – “In accordance with the Texas Election Code, the City of Missouri City will hold a General Election on Saturday, May 11, 2013. The races for the General Election are for district A, B, C, and D Missouri City Council members. The term of office for these positions is two years: from May 2013 to May 2015. We also have (15) fifteen “Special Election Propositions” on our Saturday, May 11, 2013 General Election ballot for Missouri City voters. Don’t forget to vote!” 2.) Pastor Mia Wright – “God is moving you, but you can’t keep a grip on the past trying to move forward. Some things you have to just let go!”

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3.) Gallery Furniture – “For every dark night there is an even brighter morning! Have a joyous day and may you share many smiles with familiar and unfamiliar faces.”

4.) Stephanie Boutte-Phillips – “When I wake up I ask God to look over you, to protect you and to bless you with your needs and good health. I even make a point to call out your name so my spirit can be a little bit more peaceful. Sometimes I cry because I want God to take away your pain because you are so loved and needed. If you are reading this....please know I’m praying for you and God will work it out. That’s HIS promise.”

5.) Ashley Washington – “I work in investment and retirement planning...today I was given the stats that 51% of Americans depend on winning the lottery in order to pay bills during retirement. Retirement and Investments are critical: not that Social security will not be enough to cover your expenses...it is even offered to us young adults “Every little bit counts””

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6.) Joyce Meyer Ministries – “A positive attitude gives you power over your circumstances instead of your circumstances having power over you.”

7.) Georgia D. Provost – “I am so excited to be a candidate for Houston City Council District D. With God ordering my steps, I want to be a SERVANT for the citizens of District D. I Need your prayers, financial support and your VOTE. I’m asking you to reach 10 persons and have them reach l0, with your support, I will be successful on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Love you!”

8.) Yolanda Denise Fontenot – “REPEAT AFTER ME... NO limits, NO Boundaries, I see NOTHING but INCREASE all around me!!! What God has for ME...It IS for ME!!!”

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9.) Paula White – “God will use what you go through to prepare you! Its not all God sent, but it will be God used!”

10.) Donald Williams – ”The Depths of Beauty: They say that beauty is only skin deep; well, if we’re living in the spirit, our beauty runs far deeper than our surface exteriors, which makes us far more beautiful and better people throughout. However, living in the flesh is only skin deep, which takes only a minor scratch (life circumstance) to reveal and expose the true nature of the ugliness that lies within through our words and in our actions. Be encouraged today!”

11.) Roslyn Bazzelle – “Half a million lives could be saved if Americans cut their salt intake to the national guideline.”

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12.) Apostle Valencia Mashiach Williams – “Don’t settle for the FLOW…When God has promised the OVERFLOW…wait on the LORD and receive the OVERFLOW…”

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13.) Matchmaker Amber Neal – “Some people don’t dream. Mine keeps me up at night! Feels like a huge ball of energy just waiting to bust out!! My spirit is peaceful knowing its all about Gods perfect timing.”

13 14.) Les Brown – “Try something new. This is the time that you have to be flexible, versatile, and open to the possibilities of exploring new horizons. Be willing to experiment, and step into the unknown. Try something new with your life! Don’t allow yourself to be a sitting duck or a volunteer victim...totally at the mercy of someone’s decisions. Times have changed. You have to have your own back, and create your own recovery plan. Each year determine to master a new skill. What did you learn today that you did not know yesterday? You have talents, abilities, and gifts in you that you haven’t even reached for yet. Don’t let them waste away!! It’s time to be about the business of developing them. You deserve!!!”

15.) Pastor Jamal Bryant – “Sometimes an angel is just somebody...who says the right thing to encourage you at the right time!”

16.) Bishop James Dixon, II – “Start your day off right with: “Empower Your Day with Bishop D!” Every morning at 6:00AM CST. Bishop James Dixon, II is the Senior Pastor Of The Community Of Faith and is also Presiding Bishop of Kingdom Builders Global Fellowship. To join in you should: 1.) Call 712.432.0075 — 2.) Code: 415505 — 3.) Mute by pressing *6 – Start your day off right!”

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18.) Pastor Kirbyjon Caldwell – “You cannot become the champ God wants you to be without opposition. But the more you fight the stronger you will become. With God on your side, you can defeat kingdoms. You can defeat depression. You can defeat your enemies. You can defeat sickness... and more.”

19.) John Cage - “The world says: If it feels good, do it! God says: Put everything to the test. Accept what is good and don’t have anything to do with evil. The world says: Make your own rules of right and wrong. God says: Do what I tell you; live the way I tell you. The world says: Look out for yourself—no one else will. God says: I sent my Son, Jesus, to die for your sins so that you can have eternity with me. Follow him during your time on earth. Spend eternity in heaven. Consider this …We all have a choice. We can choose who to believe. We can choose how to live. Be encouraged to choose Jesus. To ask his forgiveness. To trust him in every area of your life. You will still have problems and challenges during your life on this earth, but you won’t have to face them alone. Jesus will give you the strength to make right choices. He will love you no matter what. He will never leave you. Life on earth is short. Eternity is forever. Choose Jesus now and spend eternity with him. Choose him as Lord and Savior. Choose his way in everything you do.”

17.)State Rep. Reynolds Announces Dismissal of Pending Barratry Case

State Rep. Ron Reynolds (Fort Bend County, District 27) has announced the dismissal of the barratry case filed against him with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office (Case No. 134513401010). Rep. Reynolds was charged and never indicted of barratry by a Grand Jury. Barratry is the solicitation for legal services of a potential client by an attorney without the potential client’s permission. “I want to thank District Attorney Mike Anderson for doing the right thing and dismissing my case,” said Rep. Reynolds. “I said from day one that once the facts came out, justice would prevail and I would be vindicated of all charges. I want to thank everyone for their prayers and supporting me and my family during this challenging time. I never lost faith in God and the Criminal Justice System.”

Statement Rep. Reynolds Sent Out To His Thousands of Facebook Followers and Supporters:

“I want to personally thank EVERYONE for their prayers and continued support. I’m sooo blessed to have the love and support of my family and friends. God is sooo GOOD! My faith has NEVER been stronger!!! Moreover, I NEVER stop fighting for my constituents...NO weapon formed against me shall prosper!!!”

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21.) Creflo A. Dollar – “You’re not going to wake up one day and all of a sudden be disciplined. On the road to following God’s rules and living your life in accordance with His Word, you’ll have to work at it and develop patience. It will take a decision of quality and a commitment to grow up spiritually. If you lack discipline, decide today to change, and watch God manifest His goodness to you.”

20.) Dr. D Ivan Young The Relationship Expert

“For years, I have worked with a wide variety of people one-on-one, in groups, in front of large and intimate audiences, on television and radio, helping them face, and overcome their fears, while giving them the tools they need to make radical changes, to improve their lives, and to create a solid rewarding future. I continue to do this work every day… There is a strong hunger in the world for the rewards of a lasting, soulsatisfying relationship—but how do we find the right person, create that sacred bond, and make it last? The first step toward developing a good relationship with anyone else begins with knowing, and understanding all aspects of yourself. You may have charisma, and a good personality, but if you don’t know how to use what you’ve got, or how to effectively communicate with others, you’re doomed. The second step is learning how to put toxic relationships behind us, and step away from those unproductive mindsets that hold us back, and keep us down. My practice is dedicated to helping people utilize their natural talents, and unearthing their hidden gifts, while teaching them how to use both effectively. Understanding your purpose, and being informed, focused, and aware, is the key to being happy and successful, not to mention furthering lasting, productive, meaningful relationships with the people that matter most. My practice, lectures, workshops, books, relaxation and meditation cd’s, are designed to give my clients the tools they need to transform themselves, and their lives. My books, Another Chance...Where would you be without one!, and Break Up—Don’t Break Down, continue to be received by readers with the same gratitude and enthusiasm that I experience from people that I work with every day. Put simply, people are sick and tired of being sick and tired, when they decide to quit settling for less than they deserve and are ready to move forward, they call Dr. D Ivan Young. The time-tested, easy-to-practice, techniques, and principles I teach have been proven effective for everyone, regardless of gender, race, nationality, religion, or level of education. Like the best coaches in any field, my approach is simple and direct, encouraging but provocative, hopeful but directive. Above all, it inspires positive change by providing all the tools necessary to make change happen.” “All of us are tired of settling for less than we deserve in in life, and in relationships. Ending up on the wrong side of love - the broken hearted, used side, gets old really quick. Taking the first step toward finding happiness, and true love, that starts with you loving you.”

Dr. Young holds a Doctor 0f Philosophy, PhD, specializing in Holistic Life Coaching, along with a Bachelors and Master’s degrees in Metaphysics. He is a best selling author, exceptional relationship expert, and entertaining motivational speaker. Many men, and women have said speaking to him is like talking with your uncle, friend or brother that you would go to for advice in times of trouble. The difference is Dr. Young has the wisdom, education, training and experience to offer you sound guidance. When you need answers to questions you didn’t know to ask, ask an expert - The Relationship Expert, Dr. D Ivan Young.

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24.) Rudy Rasmus, Tina Knowles and Juanita Rasmus - “Every day people like you and I simply decide to Miss A Meal and then donate the money that we would have spent on that meal to feed someone less fortunate. Visit www.missameal.net for more information or to donate. Mission: The mission of Miss A Meal is to support the efforts of dynamic non-profits that meet the needs of the hungry in turn helping them to feed more people. Company Overview: One in six American families go hungry as a result of economic down times, underemployment, and unemployment. The Miss A Meal movement partners with non-profits that are instrumental in meeting the needs of the hungry by providing for those who aren’t sure of where their next meal will come from. As the movement grows we seek viable partners around the nation and the globe to support. With a nominal cost of $1.00 per person to provide a well balanced meal, Miss A Meal supporters will be able to provide multiple meals through a single donation. Miss A Meal was inspired by the simple premise that one person has the power to help many. It Only Takes One Plate! Description: Miss A Meal is a fundraising campaign designed to meet the needs of the hungry by encouraging everyday people to miss a meal and in turn donate the money that they would have spent. The donation is then used to feed those who are less fortunate. Donations can be made online at www.missameal.net or via text message.”

25.) Bishop James Dixon, II – “Start your day off right with: “Empower Your Day with Bishop D!” Every morning at 6:00AM CST. Bishop James Dixon, II is the Senior Pastor Of The Community Of Faith and is also Presiding Bishop of Kingdom Builders Global Fellowship. To join in you should: 1.) Call 712.432.0075 — 2.) Code: 415505 — 3.) Mute by pressing *6 – Start your day off right!”

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26.) Jennifer Galaway – “I can’t help but win. I have no quitter left in me. I have the blood of a King running through my veins.”

27.) Anella Spiller Coleman – “I don’t want food—healthy or unhealthy to have control over my body or anything unhealthy to have control over my mind! Because my mind, body and soul belongs to God, fasting and prayer has moved to the top of my agenda!”

28 29.) Leslie TopRealtor Hall – “People will question all the GOOD things they hear about you but will believe all the BAD things without a second thought.”

28.) Carlondria Dixon – “This is the season to anticipate and expect the AMAZING!!! Do you have FAITH to believe the results?”

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30.) Tammi Matthews-Durden – “Why do we continue to engage in unnecessary struggle? A lot of things we bring upon ourselves because we don’t truly trust GOD. We say we do with our mouths, but our actions are saying something else. Let’s choose to let go and rest in the LORD today knowing HE’s got everything under control. »»» 2013 The Year of Exceptional Favor!”.”

32.) Rhonda Williams Thornton – “SOMETIMES YOU GOT TO LOSE TO WIN!!!!!!!! No matter what it looks like, I know it will get better, because IT’S ALREADY ALRIGHT!!!!!!! ...IT’S GOING TO BE A WONDERFUL DAY!!!”

31.) Don’t give Up, Don’t give In, for my GOD is not through blessing U!

By Lisa “Ladyle” Ricardo of Love on the Line Ministry

Don’t give up on your Marriage, your Relationship, your Child, your Family, your Dream, your Vision, your Business, or your Health. Get a Rock. You may say, Ladyle what’s a rock. Your rock is the Word of GOD, so when the enemy comes, say it is written: My Family, Marriage, Business, Health, Child shall LIVE and not die in Jesus name. Amen Don’t give into the lies of the enemy, critics, or haters that “you’ll never make it, you’re not qualified, no one in your family has ever done this, you’re too old, or it’s too late.” Silence the second voice, obey GOD and move forward. Say, I’m GOD’s masterpiece. Tell the devil, I’m not going to Give Up, I’m not going to Give In — because He who has begun a good work In me WILL perform “IT” unto the day of Jesus Christ. So, I will not stagger, but I’m fully persuaded in whom I believe… You meant it for evil (the rejection, lies, deception) but GOD meant “IT” for my good. (Genesis 50:20) The rejection was a form of God’s direction. God wouldn’t have allowed it if you we’re not able to conqueror it. So Go forth and conquer “IT”. He has too much invested in you… Oh Yeah, You have a “Blood Covenant” with the Father. Stand, Wage War, and after you’ve done all you can…STAND! It’s in U to conqueror this. Tell the enemy, After THIS there will be Glory!

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33.) Michael Bunch – “Remember, four boxes keep us free: the soap box, the ballot box, the jury box, and the cartridge box.”

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35 35.) Yuri Solomon – “Joy is the result of knowing what will be even though it is not yet. Where there is no expectation there can be no joy. The joy of the sweet future propels one through the nasty present. Joy is the power to keep on going.”

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36.) Cheron K. Griffin – “Someone

said to me on Monday, “You think you’re cute!” My RESPONSE: I AM! Some ppl might think that I was being arrogant or cocky, but if you know how ugly I felt so long, you would OWN your beauty too! Feeling good on the inside goes a lot further than looks. I AM BEAUTIFUL from the INSIDE OUT!”

37.) Diedre Colson – “Revelation 4:1 Then I looked, and, oh!—a door open into Heaven.” Don’t be distracted by all the noise, because you may lose focus and miss the opened door! Get quiet and seek Him!”

38 38.) Yogi Matthews – “FACT: We can’t change other people, we can ONLY change ourselves. If someone/something gives you anxiety or causes major frustration, SHIFT YOUR FOCUS. Give it/them to the Lord and seek wisdom & patience to walk in your authority and overtake it. I dare you to try it! Be blessed!

39.) Vannessa Wade – “There are times you sit back and reflect on all the genuine people who have believed in you. My prayer is that everyone experiences this in life. You never know the power of kindness and I certainly pay it forward.”

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40.) Joel Osteen Ministries – “When you honor God, when you’re good to people, and kind, compassionate and merciful, His blessings will come looking for you.”

41 41.) T.D. Jakes Ministries – “God sometimes wants to shut a door completely before He can open doors to new possibilities. Maybe you have had some doors close in your life. In spite of everything, know that God is stirring you to accomplish His purpose in your life. God knows what it takes to bring order back to your life. Trust Him. He’s working on something and when He’s done, everything around you will be made better.”

...We’re Keeping The Dream Alive!

A Thought from United States Congressman Al Green the 2013 Co-Grand Marshal of the MLK Grande Parade

A Thought from Harris County Precinct 7 Constable May Walker

“I would like to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to the thousands of participants and partners that made the 19th Annual MLK Grande Parade the best it can be. Houstonians have once again, demonstrated the importance of reflecting on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and a legacy that has impacted the whole of humanity. His efforts and sacrifices has touched lives across all ethnic, cultural, and spiritual beliefs; and indeed His dream has become a reality.”

“I am proud that we Houstonians have once again shown our admiration for the many accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King as well as our dedication to celebrating his legacy. Thank you for your commitment to making the 2013 MLK Grande Parade such a success. I trust that we will continue using this holiday as an opportunity for us to reflect on the story and the numerous contributions of Dr. King. Let us also continue to remember the many other unsung heroes and heroines who sacrificed while seeking positive societal change. ‘Keep the Dream Alive.’”

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2) Pastor Kirbyjon Caldwell “Who driving, you or God? When life takes us on a detour, sometimes we get upset and fight to turn the wheel back in the direction we want to go. But that detour could be God telling you, My child, I see what’s at the end of both paths, trust me this is the better route for you. So let go of the wheel and let God steer you in the right direction.”

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3 4) Anjelica Shearé Webster “Never lose your identity to any collective entity because it’s highly probable that your authentic friends will become your inauthentic ego’s enemy.”

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7) Vivian Martin - “I decree and declare that 2013 Will be The Greatest Year Ever. The things that distracted you, hindered you and tried to keep you from progressing has been bound in the spirit. God is doing a “New Thing” in the lives of His people...Eyes have not seen, neither have ears heard, the good things God is about to do in your life. No holds barred, for me, I shall come forth as “Pure Gold”, in Jesus name. ITS OUR TIME!!!”

7 8) Carla D. Lewis - Church works and religious acts do not replace spending personal time with God. Have you ever found yourself so busy working for God that you neglect to spend time with God? It can be easy to be deceived into thinking that doing religious works is just as good as spending personal time with God. However, you will not grow spiritually if you don’t spend time with God. Good works will not get you into Heaven; you must have a personal relationship with Jesus. In Matthew 7:22-23, Jesus said, concerning Judgement Day, “Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’” Those people thought that because they did good things in the name of Jesus they could get into Heaven. Instead, Jesus surprised them by saying, “I never knew you.” Therefore, don’t get so caught up in your good works that you forget to know God. Make it your goal to seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well (Matthew 6:33). If all of your good works have made you so busy that you don’t spend any time with God, then those good works have become bad works, because they are replacing your time with God.

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A Few thoughts from President Obama’s State of the Union Address

THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, fellow citizens: Fifty-one years ago, John F. Kennedy declared to this chamber that “the Constitution makes us not rivals for power but partners for progress.” (Applause.) “It is my task,” he said, “to report the State of the Union — to improve it is the task of us all.” ...Tonight, thanks to the grit and determination of the American people, there is much progress to report. After a decade of grinding war, our brave men and women in uniform are coming home. (Applause.) After years of grueling recession, our businesses have created over six million new jobs. We buy more American cars than we have in five years, and less foreign oil than we have in 20. (Applause.) Our housing market is healing, our stock market is rebounding, and consumers, patients, and homeowners enjoy stronger protections than ever before. (Applause.) ...So, together, we have cleared away the rubble of crisis, and we can say with renewed confidence that the State of our Union is stronger. (Applause.) ...It is our generation’s task, then, to reignite the true engine of America’s economic growth — a rising, thriving middle class. (Applause.) ...It is our unfinished task to restore the basic bargain that built this country — the idea that if you work hard and meet your responsibilities, you can get ahead, no matter where you come from, no matter what you look like, or who you love. ...It is our unfinished task to make sure that this government works on behalf of the many, and not just the few; that it encourages free enterprise, rewards individual initiative, and opens the doors of opportunity to every child across this great nation. (Applause.) ...Our work must begin by making some basic decisions about our budget — decisions that will have a huge impact on the strength of our recovery. ...Over the last few years, both parties have worked together to reduce the deficit by more than $2.5 trillion — mostly through spending cuts, but also by raising tax rates on the wealthiest 1 percent of Americans. As a result, we are more than halfway towards the goal of $4 trillion in deficit reduction that economists say we need to stabilize our finances. ...Our economy is stronger when we harness the talents and ingenuity of striving, hopeful immigrants. (Applause.) And right now, leaders from the business, labor, law enforcement, faith communities — they all agree that the time has come to pass comprehensive immigration reform. (Applause.) Now is the time to do it. Now is the time to get it done. Now is the time to get it done. (Applause.) ...Let’s offer incentives to companies that hire Americans who’ve got what it takes to fill that job opening, but have been out of work so long that no one will give them a chance anymore. Let’s put people back to work rebuilding vacant homes in run-down neighborhoods. And this year, my administration will begin to partner with 20 of the hardest-hit towns in America to get these communities back on their feet. We’ll work with local leaders to target resources at public safety, and education, and housing. ...We’ll give new tax credits to businesses that hire and invest. And we’ll work to strengthen families by removing the financial deterrents to marriage for low-income couples, and do more to encourage fatherhood — because what makes you a man isn’t the ability to conceive a child; it’s having the courage to raise one. And we want to encourage that. We want to help that. (Applause.) ...Stronger families. Stronger communities. A stronger America. It is this kind of prosperity — broad, shared, built on a thriving middle class — that has always been the source of our progress at home. It’s also the foundation of our power and influence throughout the world. ...Tonight, we stand united in saluting the troops and civilians who sacrifice every day to

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vest in the state’s water and transportation infraaddresses our needs both short- and long-term, and structure and improve access and choice in both ensures both water and traffic will continue to flow public and higher education, including providin Texas for generations to come,” the governor said. ing South Texas access to the Permanent UniRecognizing that not every child learns for versity Fund. This is Gov. Perry’s seventh State the same purpose or thrives in the same settings of the State address. and schools, the governor called for more “The state of our state is stronger than ever. choice in both public and higher education. We remain the nation’s prime destination for emThis includes the creation of more public charployers and job-seekers alike, and across the state ter schools, which are already in high demand - in classrooms, on assemacross the state and bly lines, in laboratories, offer a tuition-free alon farms and in office ternative to a student’s STATE & NATION buildings - hard working neighborhood school, Texans are today turning and the creation of their dreams into realities,” scholarship programs --------------------------------------------------------Gov. Perry said. “Big and small, dreams do beto give students a choice in their education, escome reality in Texas.” pecially for those locked into low-performing The governor called on the Legislature to schools. The governor also emphasized the provide at least $1.8 billion in tax relief and pass need to give students more flexibility in the a constitutional amendment to allow the state to courses they take in high school to prepare give money directly back to taxpayers. He welthem for whatever their goals may be, without comed feedback from Texans on the best methsacrificing rigorous academic standards. ods of tax relief, inviting them to share their ideas Also highlighting the state’s higher educaon the governor’s website, gov.Texas.gov. tion needs, particularly in the dynamic and The governor also noted that our strong ecogrowing South Texas region, the governor called on lawmakers to provide the region access to the Permanent University Fund. This paired with efforts to make higher education more accessible and affordable to all Texans such as providing more $10,000 degree options, a four-year tuition freeze and tying a minimum of ten percent of a school’s state funding to the number of students it graduates - all represent an investment in our state’s skilled workforce and our future. “Texas is not merely strong, but exceptional. We are a testament to the power of freedom, to the entrepreneurial spirit unleashed from government interference,” said Gov. Perry in closing. “We believe these ideals are sturdy enough and strong enough to advance any and all Texans regardless of race, color or creed. We embrace a ‘can do culture’ for every citizen willing to work hard and pursue a dream. Those ideals propel us forward as we stand as a national example that hard work can breed success regardless of one’s station in life, that freedom is the best antidote to Governor Rick Perry delivering the 2013 State of Texas speech at the State Capitol. poverty, and that each individual deserves to inherit a state of equality and opportunity.” Tax Relief, Infrastructure nomic growth and expanding population have inThe governor also emphasized the principles creased demand on the fundamental building of the Texas Budget Compact, such as truing up and Education: Priorities to blocks of our communities. To address these the budget and moving away from budget gimneeds, he urged lawmakers to use $3.7 billion micks; implementing a stronger constitutional Keep Texas Strong from the Rainy Day Fund for a one-time investlimit on spending that ensures it does not grow ment in water and transportation infrastructure more than the combined rate of inflation and popprograms. Additionally, he called on the Legislaulation growth; scrubbing the budget for any ture to once and for all end diversions from the waste and redundancies; ending the practice of Gov. Rick Perry delivered his State of the State Highway Fund, freeing up an additional using dedicated funds and specific fees for anyState address to the 83rd Texas Legislature, $1.3 billion of ongoing biennial funding available thing other than the purpose for which they were highlighting our state’s strong economic outlook, for transportation. intended; and maintaining a strong Rainy Day and outlining his priorities to keep Texas on an “What I am proposing will support critical Fund that includes not tapping the fund to meet upward trajectory. He called on the Legislature water and transportation systems across our state, ongoing expenses. to provide at least $1.8 billion in tax relief, in-

protect us. Because of them, we can say with confidence that America will complete its mission in Afghanistan and achieve our objective of defeating the core of al Qaeda. (Applause.) ...Already, we have brought home 33,000 of our brave servicemen and women. This spring, our forces will move into a support role, while Afghan security forces take the lead. Tonight, I can announce that over the next year, another 34,000 American troops will come home from Afghanistan. This drawdown will continue and by the end of next year, our war in Afghanistan will be over. (Applause.)

Gov. Perry’s 2013 State of Texas Address

Thoughts From A Concerned Houston City Council District D Resident

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police departments in District D. Infrastructure in District D needs to be improved. Why can’t our streets be fixed and the potholes filled? There are too many streets with too many potholes in District D. More street lights need to be installed District D is home to great people who pay throughout District D, light bulbs need to be retheir taxes, care for their families, educate their placed and power lines in District D need to be children, take care of their homes, and work better protected to prevent (and recover more hard to build successful businesses. quickly from) power outages from storms, high I am a resident of District D and District D winds and falling trees. has serious issues that need to be addressed. District D needs more Wi-Fi The next District D and fiber optic infrastructure City Councilmember must for broader internet access. be a knowledgeable, enerMY THOUGHTS As HISD and HCC build getic and independent new facilities in District D, champion who will amplify we need to use those projects our voices at City Hall and to help attract more Economic Development will work hard everyday to address and resolve and jobs to District D. the challenges confronting District D residents. Flooding is still a problem in too many Crime in District D neighborhoods is on the rise. Too many homes in District D are being neighborhoods throughout District D. Too many sidewalks in our neighborhoods still need to be burglarized, too many robberies are happening repaired so that our children and young adults on our streets and too many people have been can safely walk to and from schools. Flood conkilled or had their bodies dumped in District D. trol projects in District D need to be at the top of There needs to be greater coordination between the Rebuild Houston priority list. We need to HPD, the Constables, HISD Police Department, protect the homes and businesses in District D the Sheriff’s Office, Metro Police and university

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from flooding. District D needs Better Bus Service so that the residents of our area can better access the job centers of the Metro service area. Metro needs to build the “University Line” as a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor now (with the infrastructure to handle rail in the future) while it works to secure funding for more 2 future light rail construction. If we don’t do so now, there

will be no high capacity East/West connector to our universities, the Main Street light rail station, Uptown and the Galleria for District D, East End and Montrose area residents. Quality of Life issues in District D must also be a priority. District D needs more Green Spaces, more restaurants and supermarkets and the deployment of high-tech security cameras to help fight crime and prevent illegal dumping. District D needs someone at City Hall who will be a champion of small businesses, environmental protection, clean air and the “stacking” of public, private and philanthropic resources to help the residents of District D similar to what is being done in the Harlem Children’s Zone in New York City. I am committed to working with whoever is elected to serve as the next District D City Councilmember to do all we can to help make District D an even better and safer place to live, work, learn, raise a family and worship. Our neighborhoods (all across the City) and their residents are the heart and soul of Houston. Carroll G. Robinson District D Resident Timbercrest, Subdivision

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Mayor Allen Owen Has Served Missouri City, Texas For Over 35 years

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MAYOR ALLEN OWEN

Missouri City Will Hold A General Election On Sat., May 11th, 2013

In accordance with the Texas Election Code, the City of Missouri City will hold a General Election on May 11, 2013. The races for the General Election are for the four district A, B, C, & D, Missouri City Councilmembers

Robert and Kristin. Community Involvement: Prior to his election, Council member Marshall served as commissioner of the Missouri City Planning and Zoning Commission, served as

chair of the Missouri City Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee, served as vice chair of the Missouri City Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Committee, treasurer of the Missouri City Police and

Fire Auxiliary, and board member of Municipal Utility District (MUD) 122. In addition, Marshall has been a member of the Quail Valley Acquisition Feasibility Committee and the Public Safety Subcommittee.

The term of office for these positions is two years from May 2013 to May 2015. Notice is hereby given that applications for a place on the City of Missouri City, Texas General Election ballot may be filed during the following time to the City Secretary.

UPCOMING ELECTION

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A little About The Candidates On The 2013 Ballot MARSHALL

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District A - Bobby Marshall is a 19year resident of Colony Crossing in Missouri City. In addition to his duties as City Council member, he also serves as a Board member of the Colony Crossing Homeowners Association. Marshall owns an office supply and printing business in the community. He has been a precinct alternate election judge for 27 years and a Little League volunteer for 36 years, including serving as a Little League World Series umpire in 2005. He has been married to Vanessa for 28 years, and they have two children,

Mayor Allen Owen At The State Capital Mayor Allen Owen (second from left) stopped by the Capital Hill Office of State Representative Ronald E. Reynolds (HD-27) in Fort Bend County, Texas while he was in Austin, Texas for the swearing in of the 83rd Legislature. The gentleman (first from the left) is Woody Owens a Pearland City Councilman. The gentleman on the far right is Gary Pearson. The district represented by Rep. Reynolds covers parts of Houston, Missouri City, Arcola, Fresno, Richmond, Rosenberg, Needville, Stafford and parts of Sugar Land, Texas.

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District B - Don Smith and family have owned a home in Hunters Glen III for 31 years. He is the current president of the Hunters Glen-III Homeowners’ Association and has served on that board in many capacities over the years. Don and his wife Etta have been married for 33 years and have five boys and one girl. Their seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild complete the family. Council member Smith is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and since retiring as the southwestern divisional marketing director for Pitney Bowes, Don primarily has focused on community service. Community Involvement - Council member Smith has recently resurrected the Texas Parkway Alliance; was a board member of the City’s Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 1, and was secretary of the Texas Association of Black Council Members. He is chairman of the Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation; is a life time member of the NAACP and the A. Phillip Randolph Institute, a member of the Missouri City YMCA Century Club, the Black Heritage Committee – Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and the Covenant Glen United Methodist Church Male Chorus. District C - Robin Elackatt was elected to office on May 9, 2009, as the District C Council member. He and his wife Tina have been residents of Colony Lakes Subdivision since 2006. They have two daughters and are members of St. Laurence Catholic Church. Currently, Council member Elackatt works for Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. Community Involvement - Prior to being a Council member, Elackatt served as the vice chairman and board member of the Parks Board. Currently, he serves on the Colony Lakes Homeowners’ Association Board and was the past president of the Homeowner’s Association Board.

District D - Floyd Emery was elected to his office on May 14, 2011. He has been married 52 years to his wife, Linda. They have been homeowners in Quail Valley for more than 35 years, where they raised their two sons, Brian and Dennis. Councilmember Emery retired from Halliburton in 1999 and was employed by Baroid/Dresser/Halliburton for 47 years of service prior to his early retirement. During his tenure, he achieved a successful business career excelling in the management and directorship of Information Technology, Finance and Human Resources. Community Involvement - Council member Emery continues to have extensive involvement in various Missouri City and Quail Valley community service organizations. This includes QV Proud as its current president, Citizens for Missouri City’s Future as its president, an active member of the QV Exchange Club, and as chair of the Missouri City Police Officers Association annual benefit golf tournament.

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Get To Know Mayor Allen Owen Personal History

Mayor Allen Owen is Missouri City’s 10th mayor since the city’s incorporation in 1956. Mayor Owen and his family have lived in Missouri City more than 34 years. Mayor Owen continues to dedicate much of his time and expertise towards the development of a community where he and his wife of 44 years, Jane, raised their three children. Owen has served as mayor since his election to that position in 1994. Prior to that time he was a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission for five years and a City Council member for eight years, including serving as mayor pro-tem. Mayor Owen earned degrees from Southern Methodist Univer-

sity’s Graduate School of Finance and Banking and from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Community Involvement

From the beginning of Mayor Owen’s association with Missouri City, he has been highly visible in the community that now has grown to 68,000 residents and numerous businesses. He continues to play a major role in building a strong economy evidenced by Missouri City’s attraction of quality residential and commercial development. Mayor Owen combines his position as senior vice president and Texas government liaison for Wells Fargo Bank of Texas with assuring he is available to hear and work with the City’s residents on their needs. He actively participates in

numerous community activities, including tireless volunteer hours with the YMCA, United Way, March of Dimes, and many other organizations.

Additional Service

He serves on the boards for the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, Fort Bend Women’s Center, Fort Bend Literacy Council, and the Fort Bend Community Justice Council. Mayor Owen is also a lifetime vice president and director of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, a lifetime member of the Fort Bend Fair, past president of the Texas 4H Foundation, and president of the Asian American Family Counseling Center.

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Our Educational Concepts include the following:

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Our Promotional Concepts include the following:

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There is but One Race, and that is The Human Race. This message was articulated very clearly by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a Visionary who saw things from a different perspective. Almost Forty Years later, we now see those things, and we will strive to incorporate those things into our everyday lives in the knowledge of “Change Begins With Self” America is a unique experience. While it is home for all who desire peace and prosperity, it is an awakening for others to the possibilities of positive change. Americans are a collective inheritance of cultural, ethnic and spiritual differences whose sum total epitomizes all that is good in the human experience. The key to America’s strength is her shared differences. Her shared differences are what we applaud and celebrate. . It is these differences that make us uniquely gifted, strong, and reflects the greatness of Collaborative Cohabitation. The common thread of The Whole of Humanity, is its’ multicultural diversity. Accordingly we proudly announce our theme.

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bers are limited to serving three terms of two years each, with each term beginning on January 2 of the even-numbered year. Below you will find the current listing for Houston’s elected governing body; and the term of office they’re currently serving.

MAYOR ANNISE D. PARKER

Mayor Annise Parker is currently serving her second term as the mayor of Houston. She will be running for re-election on the November 2013 ballot.

FORMER CITY ATTORNEY BEN HALL IS RUNNING FOR MAYOR OF THE CITY OF HOUSTON

Attorney Benjamin L. Hall, III, a Harvardtrained lawyer, and former Houston (City Attorney) who founded The Hall Law Firm in 2000 has declared his candidacy for Mayor. The Hall Law Firm concentrates on litigation matters, including complex construction litigation, complex commercial and contract cases, as well as consumer/personal injury claims.

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CONTROLLER RONALD C. GREEN

Houston City Controller Ronald C. Green is currently serving his second term as Houston’s Controller. He will be running for re-election on the Nov. 2013 ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT A

Houston Council Member Helena Brown is currently serving her first term as the Houston City Council District A representative and will be running for re-election on the November 2013 ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT B

Houston City Council Member Jerry Davis is currently serving his first term as the Houston City Council District B representative and will be running for re-election on the November 2013 ballot

Houston’s Current Elected Leadership and where they currently stand as it relates to term-limits

GENERAL ELECTION:

2013 is a very important election year for people in the city of Houston. In November of 2013 Houston voters will be voting for Mayor, Controller, and Eleven Council Members who are elected from districts and five atlarge Council Members. The sixteen Council Members are elected every two years, in oddnumbered years. Council Mem-

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT C

Houston City Council Member Ellen Cohen is currently serving her first term as the Houston City Council District C representative and will be running for re-election on the November 2013 ballot

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT D

Houston City Council Member Wanda Adams is currently serving her third and final term as the Houston City Council District D representative. The District D Houston City Council seat will be one of the open seats on the 2013 Mayoral Election ballot in November. This race will have several candidates. See opinion from Carroll Robinson on page (9) of this issue.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT E

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT J

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin is currently serving out the remainder of the term vacated by former Houston City Council Member Mike Sullivan who is now serving as the Harris County Tax Assessor/Voter Registrar. District E pretty much covers the areas of Kingwood and Clear Lake. Council Member Martin will be seeking to win the opportunity to serve his first complete term as the Houston City Council District E representative on the November 2013 ballot. A proven business and government leader, Dave has a strong desire to ensure conservative principles are applied in City government and will bring sound business and proven decision making skills in dealing with the issues facing Houston today. Public safety, fiscal responsibility and economic development will be the cornerstone of Dave’s campaign. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana and a graduate of Louisiana State University, Dave serves as a Managing Director of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. and previously worked for two large “Big Four” Accounting Firms, PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP and Ernst & Young, LLP.

Houston City Council Member Mike Laster is currently serving his first-term as the Houston City Council District J representative and will be up for re-election in on the November 2013 Mayoral Election ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT F

Houston City Council Member Al Hoang will be seeking to serve his third and final term as the Houston City Council District F representative on the Nov. 2013 ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT G

Houston City Council Member Oliver Pennington is currently serving his second term. He will be seeking to serve his third and final term as the Houston City Council District G representative on the Nov. 2013 ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT H

Houston City Council Member Ed Gonzalez is currently serving his second term. He will be seeking to serve his third and final term as the Houston City Council District H representative on the Nov., 2013 ballot.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT I

Houston City Council Member James G. Rodriguez is currently serving his third and final term as the Houston City Council District I representative. The District I Houston City Council seat will be one of the open seats on the 2013 Mayoral Election ballot. We will be bringing you more information on this particular seat in the next edition of Your Thought Matters Newspaper.

HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT K

Houston City Council Member Larry Green is currently serving his firstterm as the Houston City Council District K representative and will be up for re-election on November 2013 Mayor Election ballot.

CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION 1

Council Member Stephen Costello is currently serving his second term as the Houston City Council At-Large Position 1 representative and will be up for re-election on the November 2013 Mayoral Election ballot.

CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION 2

Houston City Council Member Andrew C. Burks is currently serving his first term as the Houston City Council At-Large Position 2 representative and will be up for re-election on the Nov. 2013 Election.

CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION 3

Houston City Council Member Melisa Noriega is currently serving her third and final term as the Houston City Council At-Large Position 3 representative. The At-Large Position 3 City Council seat will be one of the open seats on the 2013 Mayoral Election ballot.

CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION 4

Houston City Council Member C.O. Bradford is currently serving his second term as the Houston City Council AtLarge Position 4 representative and will be up for re-election on the Nov. 2013 ballot.

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