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● Irving ●● PAINTING & CONSTRUCTION on any interior paint job SAVE 25% over $1000 Not valid with any other o er. Expires 1/31/13 972-745-1888 RamblerRamblerRambler January 12, 2013 50¢ Council retains another firm to create plans for Heritage district By Amanda Casanova making an action plan with recom- Heritage Crossing, which in- property. Those are our best targets, at the meeting that the City would Business owners and residents mendations that can be taken to the cludes downtown Irving, is bordered but it doesn’t mean we can’t expand.” not “back the project,” but Polikov invested in the Heritage Crossing City Council. by Pioneer Drive, Shady Grove Among concerns expressed at disagreed. district spent more than two hours on “How do you take advantage Road, Britain Road and MacArthur the public meeting were worries “The engagement of our firm is Jan. 8 discussing possible improve- of all the cars that drive past here?” Boulevard. about which section of the district a sign they are serious,” Polikov said. ments to the area. he asked. “This is about harnessing “There may be places where we would be worked on first, how the In the past, several plans have Scott Polikov, president of the what’s good about downtown and scale back,” Kevin Kaas, redevelop- area could attract young profession- already been drawn for the area. If Fort Worth-based Gateway Planning taking all that planning and coming ment and corridors administrator als and how much the City would the City Council approves the recom- Group, told attendees at the public up with a plan of what that means as for the City, said. “Our initial focus support the effort. mendations, they will then be able to forum his company is working on far as improvements.” is the core area where the City owns Some residents voiced concerns See HERITAGE, Page 8 LPGA returns to N. Texas after more than 20 years The LPGA announced the return will be awarded to the winners of a Jan. 10 of the North Texas LPGA high school and collegiate “shootout” Shootout, to be held April 25 to 28 at played in advance of the event. Tour- Las Colinas Country Club in Irving. nament proceeds will benefit The The tournament is the Tour’s first in Nexus Club which primarily supports the North Texas region in more than and raises funds for the LPGA-USGA 20 years, though the LPGA last made Girls Golf in North Texas. headlines in the area when LPGA and Many of the LPGA’s current World Golf Halls of Fame member players were junior golf stars in Lone Annika Sorenstam teed it up at the Star state including 2012 Rolex Play- PGA TOUR’s Colonial Invitational er of the Year Stacy Lewis, five-time in 2003. LPGA winner Angela Stanford, 2012 The North Texas LPGA Shootout Rolex First-Time Winner Brittany will also provide a unique opportu- Lang and Katie Futcher. nity for amateur players in the area “I am extremely excited for the to earn spots in the field through opportunity to play in my home state qualifying. Tournament exemptions See LPGA, Page 4 Photo by John Starkey A young football player receives a trophy for playing in the Irving Boys Football Association. Irving considering two new Boys honored with football team jackets public improvement districts By Alice Canham It was standing-room-only in the Senter Park By Amanda Casanova would also include sewer, water and gym on Jan. 8. Parents, siblings and friends cheered, City officials are asking the drainage facility improvements, the about three-dozen boys received their team jackets public to attend a public hearing this creation of a public trail system and for participation in the Irving Boys Football Asso- month about creating two separate two public parks. ciation (IBFA). public improvement districts in the The cost of improvements in Eight-month-old Josiah Puente might have city. the Bridges of Las Colinas is about been the youngest fan on hand, as parents Jesse and If the City Council votes to create $9 million plus maintenance costs. Stephanie pointed out older brother Joseph who was the districts – one in the Bridges of Hines is also developing about there to be honored. Las Colinas and another in Ranch- 121 single-family residential lots ”Joseph is a student at Ladybird Johnson,” Jes- view – each public Improvement in Ranchview. Improvements, like se said. “It’s a great school. And he’s worked hard.” district would allow the City to make those in the Bridges of Las Colinas, He’s not the only one. Rose Stiggleman is the improvements to the area by levying would include a public trail system Treasurer for the IBFA. As she took a break from and collecting money from property and sewer, water and drainage work. directing activities (and handing out cookies), she owners. The area would also boast a public explained that the non-profit sports organization Photo by Alice Canham According to City documents, green space. serves players as young as five years old in the Pee Supporting each other, the Puente family Hines, an Irving-based developer, The cost of the Ranchview proj- Wee division. At that age, it’s strictly flag football. sits in the bleachers waiting to see son is developing a 400 single-family ect is estimated at about $3 million. See FOOTBALL, Page 7 Joseph honored for playing football. residential subdivision in the Bridges If approved by the City Council, of Las Colinas. Work to the area See IMPROVEMENTS, Page 3 WE CARE ABOUT YOU & YOUR FAMILY 972-253-4200 IRVING TEXAS IRVING PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID POSTAGE

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972-556-0014 Photos by Amanda Casanova Tony Grimes, president of the Irving-Carrollton 8707 Valley Ranch Pky. West Miles Fain, 6, poses with “prisoner” Francesca Branch NAACP, grips the bars of his cell during A Capital Senior Living Community Irving, TX 75063 Funk during the Get-Out-of-Jail Fundraiser on the Get-Out-of-Jail Fundraiser on Jan. 7 at the www.eRemington-VR.com Jan. 7 at the Irving Central Library. Irving Central Library. Citizens go to ‘jail’ to support literature By Amanda Casanova City. “All of his writings are so cur- Fifty years ago, Martin Luther rent. There’s a message there that King, Jr. smuggled scraps of paper transcends time and everyone can from his jail cell in Birmingham, benefit from his words. AL. Those scraps would comprise “I think everyone connects him his famous 21-page “Letter from to his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech. It Birmingham Jail.” didn’t stop there.” On Jan. 7, a half-century later, During April 1963, nonviolent six Irving leaders volunteered to marches started in segregated Bir- recreate King’s imprisonment for a mingham. Then on April 12, King was “Conviction for Peace” Get-Out-of- arrested for demonstrating without a Jail fundraiser. This time, however, permit. During his 11 days in jail, King instead of slipping pieces of paper penned his letter. to the outside, the “prisoners” made “We know through painful expe- phone calls and posted to Facebook rience that freedom is never volun- Subscribe to the in hopes of drumming up $300 tarily given by the oppressor; it must Rambler 214-676-1145 / [email protected] each in bail for a fundraiser to honor be demanded by the oppressed,” King King’s work. wrote in the letter. The funds raised will be used to “It’s a message people still need buy paperback copies of the “Letter today,” said Francesca Funk, a mem- from Birmingham Jail” that will be ber of the Irving Arts Center board. given out at the City’s Martin Luther “We need to be reminded that the King Jr. Observance on Jan. 21. struggle isn’t over. King said that ‘in- “The letter is still so relevant justice anywhere is a threat to justice today,” said Jacqueline Madden, everywhere,’ and that’s for everyone. special events coordinator for the It could happen to anyone.” Just before stepping behind the MILESTONES bars for his hour long lock-up, Tony Grimes, president of the Irving-Car- rollton Branch NAACP, said he was Toler glad to be involved in the fundraiser. 70th ANNIVERSARY “I don’t think we’re there yet, where King wanted,” he said. “Some- thing like this, it’s a good learning tool for people. It’s a really good cause to support education.” Other “inmates” included Lor- raine Taylor of the Irving Heritage District; Ray Cerda of the City’s Parks and Recreation Department; Bob Toler of the Lions Club; Chris Dobson, Library Director; and Doug Fox of the YMCA. A second fundraiser will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 15 at the Irving City Hall. LiftLift ChaiChairrss Several Colors to Choose From vailable Delivery A LeRoy and Clereta Abney Toler We Also Have of Irving will celebrate their 70th Canes anniversary with a reception hosted Crutches by their children and grandchildren. They were married in Dallas, TX Wheel Chairs on January 9, 1943. They have two Hospital Beds children, Bob Toler and Sharon 4 Wheel Walkers Hix; six grand-children, Robin Fenley, Brian Hix, Heather Cozart, Bath Safety Equipment Janet McMillen, Lisa Simms, and Jennifer Neumann; and nine great- Big State Drug grandchildren, Jarrett and Addison 100 E. Irving Blvd. Fenley, Elleson and Elin Cozart, Kendall and Leyton Simms, Reagan Irving, TX 75060 and Dale Hix, and Piper Neumann. 972.254.1521

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Member of The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce -- The Rambler is Copyrighted 2013 www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER January 12, 2013 Page 3 New Year’s “No-Refusal” DWI enforcement results City recognizes of retired Senator Hutchison After 20 years on the job, U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison has retired. The Irving Police Depart- conducted in conjunction with the Officers also made 10 non-DWI re- While serving in office, the state of Texas as well as the City of Irving ben- ment participated in the statewide grant. During the no-refusal opera- lated arrests and issued 68 citations. efited tremendously from her work. Impaired Driving Mobilization tions, those arrested for DWI were The Grand Prairie Police Department Irving Mayor Beth Van Duyne said Irving gratefully recognizes Hutchi- grant over the New Year’s holiday. only offered a blood test. If the ar- also utilized our operation, bringing son’s exceptional service as the senior U.S. Senator representing Texas. Throughout the weekend, the Irving rested person refused to provide a eight DWI arrests to our city for blood “From her small-town upbringing, to her storied political career, Sen. Police Department partnered with sample, a judge was present in order draws. Hutchison has embodied our Texas values and has exemplified those values law enforcement agencies in the to authorize a warrant for blood The Irving Police Department on the national stage,” she said. area, as well as TXDOT, in order to draw. will continue to participate in the Van Duyne adds Hutchison’s accomplishments have been significant, provide additional manpower with A total of 19 DWI arrests were state-wide grant, which has shown “Bringing necessary medical care and research opportunities to the four the primary focus of locating and made over the weekend. Of those continued success in Irving and corners of our state; establishing Amber Alerts nationwide; gaining state arresting impaired drivers. arrested, seven refused to consent to across the state. sales tax deductions; encouraging support for higher education; fighting Two no-refusal operations were a blood draw prompting a warrant. Source: City of Irving for NASA funding, and bringing transportation assistance to North Texas are but some of the achievements that bear her stamp. Time after time, the senator and her staff were responsive to all our needs in Irving. We hope North Lake professor inducted she will continue to mentor Texans for years to come.” Irving City Manager Tommy Gonzalez also thanked Hutchison for her hard work and the role she played in helping improve conditions for into HSF Alumni Hall of Fame those serving in the military and their families. North Lake College (NLC) his- is calling Romero their 2012 “Inspi- “As a retired Army officer who served overseas, I would like to thank tory professor Dr. Yolanda Romero rador,” or Motivator, for her personi- her for her commitment to our armed forces and veterans,” said Gonzalez. is now a member of the Hispanic fication of hard work and sacrifice. “Improvements to overseas bases, training and rapid deployment have Scholarship Fund (HSF) Alumni Hall “She doesn’t back down,” said risen to a much higher level due to Hutchison’s leadership. My family of Fame. The first Mexican-American student Diana Noko, “and she doesn’t and I appreciate all she has done to make life better for military families.” woman to receive a PhD in History in give up on anybody.” Hutchison retired Jan. 2. the state of Texas, Romero accepted Dr. Romero has been a full- Courtesy Photo Source: City of Irivng her award with strength and grace. time teacher for 21 years at North Known for not giving up on “I want to thank the DCCCD Lake College. An instructor of US her students, Dr. Yolanda district and North Lake College spe- History and Mexican-American His- Romero is inducted into the $69* D.I.V.O.R.C.E cifically for letting me think outside tory, Romero enjoys writing about Hispanic Scholarship Fund CRIMINAL DEFENSE FAMILY LAW the box…and giving the resources to Northwest Texas, an area that, until Alumni Hall of Fame. ● DWI / Suspended License ● Divorce / Annulment do so,” said Romero. “There is no way her research, was largely untouched ● All Warrants ● Child Support / Paternity ● I could have helped as many students by historians. She is also passionate Romero has won numerous acco- ● 24 Hour Jail Release Custody Modification ● Restraining Order ● without these tools.” about sustainability, serving on the lades. She is most proud, however, of Occupational License ● Protective Order ● The HSF Alumni Hall of Fame NLC Sustainable Blazer Committee her work advising Phi Theta Kappa, Protective Order ● Name Change / Adoption celebrates outstanding Latinos whose andleading a campus-wide effort a student honor society working ● Misdemeanor / Felony Cases ● Domestic Violence personal stories and accomplish- to create the college’s first Green to raise awareness about college Easy Payment Plans Juvenile Cases Open Saturdays ments demonstrate the power of Diploma. completion. One of over 1,300 chap- and Sundays higher education. The organization While serving her community, ters worldwide, the group’s efforts Law Offices of Vincent Ndukwe Child Protective 2730 N. Stemmons Frwy 1420 N. Cooper St., #112 led 132 students to file degree plans Services/CPS #409, Dallas 75207 Arlington, TX 76010 and completion forms in the fall of 2011 alone. NLC’s Phi Theta Kappa 214-638-5930 Se Habla Espanol 817-277-0196 COMMUNITY CALENDAR has been recognized as a Texas Top Chapter consecutively since 1999 866-446-1400 and has held a spot in the Top 25 *Fees quoted above are minimum down payment needed to begin processing your case, if you qualify. Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. n information on the Irving Heritage January 12 at 10 a.m. internationally since 2000. Society, visit www.irvingheritage. Computer skills for Kids – basic Word “I spend about 450 hours an- com or call 972-252-3838. Children, grades 3 through 8, are in- nually encouraging these students n January 16 at 11:30 a.m. vited to learn introductory computer outside of class,” said Romero. “And Women’s Alliance’s luncheon and software skills the following the results are amazing.” The Women’s Alliance is one of four Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. at the According to HSF, within the anchor networking events offered Central Library, 801 W. Irving Blvd. Latino population, only 11 out of by the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Seating is limited and available on a 100 students complete their college Chamber. This is a networking event first come, first serve basis. Please degree. Women like Dr. Romero are that promotes the growth of women arrive ten minutes prior to class time. changing this statistic. For more information, call 972-721- in business by providing power Source: North Lake College * GANGSTER SQUAD R PARENTAL GUIDANCE PG 2458. networking, education and leader- 1:35 4:30 7:15 9:55 1:10 3:45 7:15 9:50 n January 12 at 2 p.m. ship opportunities. Attendees are Improvements * ZERO DARK THIRTY R DJANGO UNCHAINED R Irving Chautauqua guaranteed to come away with valu- 12:20 3:40 7:00 10:20 12:45 4:15 7:45 The Irving Chautauqua performance able information from timely topics Continued from Page 1 series continues with Library Live! designed to promote business growth A HAUNTED HOUSE R JACK REACHER PG13 the City will issue certificates of obli- 12:35 2:45 5:00 7:40 10:05 1:00 3:55 6:50 9:45 and personal development. To be Visit Central Library, 801 W. Irving gation to fund the proposed improve- Blvd. for a celebration of diverse held at the La Cima Club, 5215 North TEXAS CHAINSAW 3D R THIS IS 40 R ments to the two areas. 1:40 3:30 7:35 10:20 12:50 4:00 7:10 10:10 O’Connor Boulevard #2600, Irving, cultures in remote communities Construction could start as early around the world. Presented by the TX 75039. For more information call TEXAS CHAINSAW 2D R PROMISED LAND R as this year and end by 2017. 4:55 1:25 4:45 7:25 10:00 Dagmar Metzler, Women’s Alliance International Museum of Cultures The City will also create two in Dallas. For more information, call Chamber Liaison, 214-217-8484. LES MISERABLES PG13 LIFE OF PI 2D PG Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones, 12:30 3:55 8:00 12:55 3:50 6:45 9:40 n January 17 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 972-721-2606. where funds will be used to pay for n Meals on Wheels Volunteer Training # - No Passes * - Fully Restricted January 12 at 2:30 or reimburse the City for other costs. The Visiting Nurse Association The Incredible Bubble Show The public hearing will be at 5 Tickets on sale NOW! Online or at the Theater needs volunteers to deliver Meals Children of all ages will be amazed p.m. on Jan. 24 at City Hall, 825 W. on Wheels once a month in Irving. and thrilled to learn all about the Irving Blvd. Comments are also ac- Training is at the Visiting Nurse magical science of bubbles at the cepted by calling or e-mailing David Association’s headquarters on 1440 West Irving Library, 4444 Rochelle Pettit of Bennett Benner Pettit, Inc. W. Mockingbird Lane in Dallas. Road. No registration is required and He is available at 817-335-4991 or Why wait in lines? Volunteer training is also available it’s free. Call 972-721-2691 for more [email protected]. PURCHASE TICKETS AT HOME www.gohollywood.com information. by appointment. For additional in- n January 12 from 7 to 11 p.m. formation call 214-689-2210. Teen Jam n January 18 at 6 p.m. Youth and teens will enjoy music, Special Olympics Basketball Tourna- Constance Q. Zhou, MD food and fun. Music will be provided ment by a DJ. Free pizza and soda will Irving’s Special Olympics basketball Specialist in Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery be served. This event is open to all team will compete against are teams middle and high school students. at the Lively Pointe Youth Center, ✦ Medical Degree in Otolaryngology from University of Texas Free admission with a valid Irving 909 N. O’Connor Rd. Admission is Southwestern Medical School, 2006 Parks and Recreation (IPAR) ID card. free for spectators. For more infor- n January 15 at 7 p.m. mation and specific game times call ✦ Residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 972-721-8090. Irving Heritage Society Program: Mu- ✦ Joined the Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving, October 2011 seum Planning Update n Candidates for Irving City Council The public is invited to join the Ir- Candidates must be a resident of the ✦ Bilingual: English and Chinese ving Heritage Society for a Museum city and have lived in the respective Planning Update, presented by Casey district for at least 12 months imme- Tate, Capital Improvements Director diately prior to Election Day. The 30- Call today to schedule for the City of Irving. Located at the day filing period is Jan. 30 through Central library, 801 W. Irving Blvd. March 1. For more information call an appointment! 972-253-4280 Guests are welcomed and refresh- 972-721-2493. ments will be served. For more 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 225, Irving, TX 75061 Page 4 January 12, 2013 THE RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com

two decades, and we are very excited LPGA about not only the tournament, but Top student-athletes, Marines Continued from Page 1 the unique format that it introduces,” said Kathy Wilkins, President of The victorious at 2nd Semper Fi Bowl again,” said Stanford, a four-time Nexus Club. “For the first time, there member of the U.S. Solheim Cup will be a ‘shootout’ for North Texas By Lance Cpl. David Bessey Corey Cooper, a wide receiver for the Team and native of Saginaw, TX. high school and regional collegiate More than 100 student athletes East Team and a student of Millbrook “North Texas is a community with female golfers that will give the up- from across the United States can High School in Raleigh, NC. a passionate golf fan base, and I and-coming talent in our area an op- now call themselves Semper Fidelis The bowl is the culmination of a know they will love having the Tour portunity to tee it up with the world’s All-Americans, and a few now claim series of youth football camps and a in town.” best golfers. the title of champions. The East de- nationwide All-American player se- The $1.3 million North Texas “The tournament is a culmina- feated West in a 17 to 14 showdown of lection tour that celebrates academic LPGA Shootout will host a full-field of tion of the community efforts of the discipline, talent and teamwork at the excellence, proven physical fitness 144 players playing 72 holes of stroke City of Irving, the Irving-Las Colinas second-annual Semper Fidelis All- and quality of character. The players play over four days of competition. Chamber, the members of Las Coli- American Bowl in Carson, CA, Jan. 4. have achieved academic excellence The tournament will be the Tour’s nas Country Club, and the dedicated The Marine Corps’ annual foot- and are leaders in their communities. first stop in the state of Texas since members of the Nexus Club. Pro- ball bowl game brought together Players began to arrive in Ana- the 2009 LPGA Tour Championship ceeds will benefit the LPGA-USGA some of the most talented high school heim, CA on Dec. 29, and spent the Presented by Rolex, played outside Girls Golf of Dallas, an organization student-athletes from across the next four days practicing with top Photo by Staff Sgt. Clinton Houston. It will also mark the Tour’s that supports young ladies who may United States who had demonstrated college and high school coaches from Irving High School student first stop in North Texas since the not otherwise have the opportunity success on and off the field. their respective coasts. 1991 U.S. Women’s Open, won by to be exposed to the game of golf and “It feels good that the nation’s Marines added a unique twist Rami Hammad waits for his 2013 U.S. Solheim Cup Team Captain the life lessons that can empower top 100 players are here. I like how to practice by integrating Marine turn to play at Santa Ana Meg Mallon at Colonial Country Club their future.” it’s not just about football but the Corps drill instructors and officers Stadium on Jan. 1 for the in Fort Worth. Source: LPGA (Ladies Professional classroom and character too. It’s just as mentors. Semper Fidelis All-American “Irving has a deep history of Golf Association) an honor that I was chosen,” said Source: DVIDSHUB.net West team. hosting premier golf events,” said Irving City Manager Tommy Gonza- (972) 870-1992 lez. “We roll out the red-carpet and [email protected] provide athletes the comforts and CLASSIFIEDS amenities they need while compet- ing. On top of that, we also have top- LEGAL NOTICES notch facilities that are accustomed to REPORTER WANTED servicing large and passionate groups Rambler Newspapers has a general assignment reporter opening. We The CITY OF IRVING, Texas will receive sealed responses in the Purchasing Division, 1st of sports fans. The LPGA will find floor, 845 W. Irving Blvd, until the date and time below and will open responses at the same are seeking a versatile, experienced reporter who enjoys gathering information Irving convenient, friendly and fun.” location for the following item: on newsworthy events and can write, produce and present fair, accurate and “We are truly thrilled to return 1. RFQ #057D-13F Annual unbiased news stories as assigned. The successful candidate should be to the great state of Texas and to Professional Surveying and Platting Services Contract able to produce compelling, well-written stories about the people, events and bring the LPGA Tour back to a region Due Date: 1/25/13 @ 3 p.m. businesses in the community. We are looking for a self-starter with ideas and Pre-Bid Mtg: 1/17/13 @ 3 p.m. where we have a great history and 2. RFQ #058D-13F Engineering Design Services for Lower West Irving the drive to get them done. Individuals must be able to type, use a computer passionate fans,” said LPGA Com- Creek Wastewater Interceptor Improvements and be able to read, write and speak English. missioner Michael Whan. “It makes Due Date: 2/1/13 @ 3 p.m. Successful candidate will have a commitment to quality; good organization sense for the LPGA to be in North Pre-Bid Mtg: 1/17/13 @ 10:30 a.m. and time management skills; and knowledge of the Internet. Must be motivated, Responses must be received in a sealed envelope with solicitation number and due date on the Texas and we look forward to show- envelope. Late responses cannot be accepted. Information may be found at www.cityofirving. creative and collaborative; able to take direction but also exhibit a high degree ing golf fans in the region why it’s org click Departments/ Purchasing Phone: 972.721.2631 of self management; and able to respond quickly to opportunities as they arise. different on the LPGA.” Candidates should have good writing, researching and interviewing skills and “Las Colinas Country Club’s NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS a good understanding of proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. Board of Governors and the members PROPOSED ZONING CHANGES Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to transportation is also are thrilled the club has been selected CITY OF IRVING PLANNING AND necessary. as the site of the North Texas LPGA ZONING COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL Photography experience preferred but not necessary. Hours will vary. Shootout,” said Ron Woolard, Las Public hearings are held to consider applications for amendments to the Comprehensive Call (972) 870-1992 Colinas general manager. “We are Zoning Ordinance and the Official Zoning Map of the City of Irving, Texas for the properties described herein: proud to welcome the LPGA players LEGAL NOTICE to North Texas and to showcase our LOCATION, DATES & TIMES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: great club, now celebrating 50 years City Council Chambers of City Hall, 825 West Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas Public Hearing Notice of service to our members and the Planning & Zoning Commission: Monday, January 21, 2013, 7 p.m. City Council: Thursday, February 7, 2013, 7 p.m. Irving community.” NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY “We are so excited to host this ZONING CASE ZC12-0073: Approx. 2.15 acres at 511 S. Irving Heights, OF IRVING TO CONSIDER THE ADVISABILITY OF THE CREATION OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER THREE, CITY OF IRVING, TEXAS AND tournament, and the fact the LPGA 1537 E. Irving Blvd., 1541 E. Irving Blvd. and 500 Rosedale St. The request is to rezone the property from C-OU-2 (Commercial Outdoor), Site Plan for C-N REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER FOUR, CITY OF IRVING TEXAS FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PURPOSES PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 311, is including North Texas high school (Neighborhood Commercial) and Used Car Sales uses, S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for C-O TEXAS TAX CODE and college female athletes further (Commercial Office) and Outside Storage of Construction Equipment and Materials uses, and underscores the value of this event S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for C-OU-2 (Commercial Outdoor) uses to S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City Council of City of Irving, Texas (the to Irving,” said Irving Mayor Beth for Fueling Station and Convenience Store uses to construct a new gas station. “City”), pursuant to Chapter 311.003 Local Government Code, as amended, (the “Act”), will hold two public hearings at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2013, at Van Duyne. “Irving is highly focused ZONING CASE ZC12-0076: Approx. 0.0572 acres at 1411 W. Walnut Hill on providing opportunities for youth, City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas 75060, for the purpose of considering Lane the establishment of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Three and Tax Incre- and we are proud to host an event The request is to rezone the property from PUD (Planned Unit Development) for FWY (Freeway) ment Reinvestment Zone Number Four to be located within the boundaries of the City. of this stature that will offer young and ML-40 (Light Industrial) uses to S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for Telecommunications Tower uses to install a telecommunications tower. women such a unique experience.” All persons are invited to attend the hearing and speak for or against the creation of the Tax Increment Rein-vestment Zones, their proposed boundaries, or the concept of “The LPGA has not had a tour ZONING CASE ZC12-0078: Approx. 10.752 acres at 1750 E. Airport Fwy tax increment financing. Owners of property in the proposed Zone may protest orally event in North Texas in more than The request is to rezone the property from S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for Sales and Service of or in writing the inclusion of their property in the Zone. The Tax increment Reinvest- New and Used Cars and Trucks to S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for P-O (Professional Office) ment Zones would include the property as depicted below. The legal description of the to allow office, religious, educational, cultural and auto repair uses. Reinvestment Zones and a copy of the boundary maps are on file and open for public inspection in the office of the City Secretary at the address stated above. Questions or ZONING CASE ZC12-0081: Approx. 9.23 acres at 1999 W. Airport Fwy requests for additional information may be directed to David Pettit, Bennett Benner The request is to rezone the property from S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for Sales and Service Pettit, Inc., [email protected]; 817-335-4991. of New and Used Cars and Trucks to S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for Sales and Service of New and Used Cars and Trucks to allow the expansion of an existing auto dealership. Boundaries: Reinvestment Zone Number Three, City of Irving, Texas

All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearings and express their opinions The proposed Bridges at Las Colinas Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Three on the zoning change request. Written response for the record may also be submitted to: is located on approx-imately 128 Acres near intersection of State Highway 114 and North Beltline Road in the Northwest area of the City of Irving. A full description of the City of Irving – Dept. of Development Services, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, boundaries of the proposed Bridges of Las Colinas Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone TX 75060. is available at City Hall, the City of Irving, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas 75060.

The application is on file for public review in Department of Development Services at the ad- Boundaries: Reinvestment Zone Number Four, City of Irving, Texas dress listed above during normal business hours. For additional information, please contact the Department at 972-721-2424. Please reference the case number when requesting information. The proposed Ranchview Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four is located on approximately 37 Acres near the intersection of Interstate 635 and Valley Ranch This facility is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for Parkway East in the Northeast area of the City of Irving. A full description of the interpretation services or assistive hearing devices must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. boundaries of the proposed Ranchview Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone is available Contact the City Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493 for assistance. at City Hall, the City of Irving, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas 75060. www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER January 12, 2013 Page 5 Irving releases 2012 resident survey results Irving sets agenda for 83rd Legislature The City of Irving passed its priorities for the 83rd Legislature at its Irving residents’ happiness with highlights of the 2012 Irving Resident Survey: City Council Meeting on Dec. 13. City services ticked up yet again in “Economic development issues, transportation needs, future water Point % National 2012, continuing the upward sat- Excellent/Good Rating 2006 2012 Change Change average needs and school funding levels will be issues the Legislature debates, isfaction trend that began in 2006. and the outcomes will impact Irving residents square on,” said Mayor The majority of questions registered Code Enforcement 33.5 63.8 30.3 90.4% 44 Beth Van Duyne. double digit increases; with code Appearance of City 39.7 61.8 22.1 55.7% 63 The Texas Legislature is expected to act on many legislative concerns enforcement topping the list at a 90 Overall Quality of Life 52.3 71.1 18.8 35.9% 55 affecting local government this session such as public safety; responsible percent lift over the six-year period. Overall Customer Service 62.4 72.2 9.8 15.7% 52 and effective code enforcement; land use and zoning authority; municipal “I think Irving employees go Safety in Neighborhood during Day 92.7 95.7 3.0 3.2% 91 sovereign immunity; successful economic development tools; and infra- above and beyond in listening to Neighborhood Streets 38.2 52.9 14.7 38.5% 44 structure funding for our roads and waterways. our residents. We take every bit of Parks 68.5 76.4 7.9 11.5% 57 Irving legislative priorities additionally call for cessation of state information to heart and investigate Library 75.4 81.5 6.1 8.1% 79 and federal unfunded mandates that are handed on to local taxpayers; each and every concern. If we need necessary tools for public safety; and quality parks and library systems. to change the way we provide service inspections departments and went to Gonzalez. Source: City of Irving and it makes sense financially, we work tightening policies and holding “We talked with residents, and change,” said Irving Councilwoman owners and managers accountable. developed a strategic plan that ad- Rose Cannaday. Six years later, all the structures are dressed their concerns. We set goals In 2006, City officials recognized cleaned up or torn down, resulting in and measurements, engaged our a growing problem with run down, a 35 percent reduction in crime, and workforce and the survey results dilapidated apartment complexes. a more visually attractive city. speak to the vast and rapid progress The City formed an initiative team- “Irving is cleaner, safer, better,” we have made.” ing police, code enforcement and the said Irving City Manager Tommy Source: City of Irving OBITUARIES

maculata High School and attended Deana Gay Cleveland NOTICES Traditional Funeral Service St. Mary’s college, Leavenworth and includes: embalming, casket, Deana Gay Cleveland, age 47, was St. Theresa’s College in Kansas City, Arrangements by visitation and funeral. $3,995 born May 4, 1965 and of Ft. Worth Missouri. Went to work for the AEC Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home, went to be with the Lord on January 3, at Los Alamos, New Mexico and there 972-254-4242 2013. She attended school in Haltom met and married Jackson C. Jordan in Lula Mae Sanson, 89 May 25, 1923 – January 5, 1913 City but gradu-ated from Irving High 1951. Moved to Waxahachie, Texas in Isobel Ann Dowler, 97 School. Deana attended the Hills 1954 and Irving, January 12, 1915 – January 6, 2013 Church in North Richland Hills, She Texas in 1956. Marcet F. Balcom, 83 ● Pre-Need plans from other funeral homes honored is a member of Beautiful Feet Minis- Had worked September 21, 1929 – January 5, 2013 try in Fort Worth. Deana faced many at Temco/LTV Arrangements made by obstacles in life but never let them stop and retired after Chism-Smith Funeral Home, her. She loved eve-ryone she met and 30 years with 972-259-7644 had many friends whom she loved and Sanger Harris/ David Joe VanHoozen, 56 en-couraged. Her priorities in life were Foleys in Irving. April 7, 1956 - January 7, 2013 Jesus Christ and family. She had a very Preceded in David Alan Ralston, 68 strong relationship with the Lord and death by husband; son, Jackson Jor- May 22, 1944 - January 9, 2013 depended on His strength and love. dan, Jr.; daughter, Joyce Jordan Mein- William R. Dukes, 60 April 15, 1952 - January 7, 2013 She didn’t hesitate to share her beliefs en; parents; brother, Fred Wilson; Gloria Mata, 52 Chism-Smith Funeral Home with anyone and everyone. Deana and sister, Barbara Wilm. Survived March 25, 1960 - January 9, 2013 in-herited her love of family from her by daughter, Janise and husband Dale & Cremation Service Arrangements made by Grandmother “MawMaw.” She was DeGabriele of Seattle, Washington; Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home, excited at the prospect of family gath- grandchildren, Carrie Bolton of Dallas, 972-579-1313 erings and seeing eve-ryone. She loved Heath, Emily and Hannah Meinen of Ellis D. Stafford Basic Direct Cremation to sing and dance and wasn’t bashful Keller; Dallas DeGabriele of Seattle; January 12, 1947 – January 3, 2013 about it. She will be missed by all who and step-granddaughter, Jessica Jor- Leona “Noni” Rowe $795 knew her. In Deana’s own words “I dan Blais of Irving; sisters, Elvagene July 21, 1926 – January 3, 2013 know where I am going, do you?” Kozak of Kansas and Dorothy Nagel Anne Ellison Hood Family owned and operated February 15, 1931 – January 6, 2013 Survivors include parents, Bobby of California; brothers, Calvin Wilson 403 South Britain LaVerne T. Fullen & Linda Goodman; broth-er, David of Oklahoma and James Wilson of Preferred Lifelegacy Provider Irving, Texas September 15, 1923 – January 7, 2013 Cleveland; nieces, Amanda Bullock, Missouri. Visitation was from 6:00 to Elsy J. Cruz chismsmithfuneralhome.com 972-259-7644 Kaitlinda Cleveland, Skyler Cleveland; 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 4, 2013 at September 14, 1991 – January 6, 2013 nephews, Kent Cleveland, Bran-don Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home. Lamont Darnell White Cleveland, Jordon Cleveland and Mass of Christian Burial was 10:30 February 15, 1958 – January 2, 2013 Tanner Cleveland; great-nephews, a.m., Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Angela Herminia Garcia Brayden Cleveland and Caleb Wal- St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Irving. Antonetti lace; aunts and uncles, Bobby & Holly Burial followed at Oak Grove Memo- August 2, 1927 – January 8, 2013 Thomas, James & Jo Ellen Thomas, rial Gardens in Irving. Elizabeth “Betty” Brown August 14, 1925 – January 8, 2013 Carolyn Hill, Bruce & Lisa Griffith; Dana Pierce Roberta Fern Northup numerous cousins and extended fam- December 9, 1931 – January 9, 2013 ily and long time friend Jack Teague. Dana Pierce, of Coppell, passed Barbara Troe Funeral Services were held on Sunday, away Tuesday, January 8, 2013. She June 18, 1958 – January 9, 2013 Founder January 6, 2013, under the direction of was born March 9, 1931 in Cooper, Continuing Chism-Smith Funeral Home. Texas. Dana vis of Coppell, Texas and Rocky Dell is preceded in Swilling of Sanger, Texas. She is also The Tradition Henrietta F. Cortez death by her survived by four sisters; six grandchil- Henrietta F. Cortez of Irving husband Dr. dren; four great grandchildren; and “The Right Choice passed away January 8, 2013. She Bob Pierce in one great great was born on 1997. She is grandson. She for Over 54 Years.” September 20, survived by her was preceded 1941 in Munday, children Jeff in death by Texas to Domin- Pierce of At- her father and 972-254-4242 go Franco and lanta, Georgia, Craig Pierce and wife mother, James www.brownmem.com Maria Gonzales. Cathy of Coppell, and Danise Grice and Leta Faye Ben F. Brown She was a long and husband Joe of Northfield, Min- Holley, her son time member of nesota; sister Mary Swaim and hus- Ronnie Swill- St. Luke’s Cath- band Gary of Irving; grandchildren ing and two brothers. Funeral ser- Director in Charge Gary Westerman olic Church. Preceded in death by her Ryan Grice, Danielle Grice, Corbin vices were held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, parents and husband Robert Cortez, Pierce, Caleb Pierce, Jacob Pierce, January 8, 2013 at Brown’s Memo- Owned and Operated by Sr. she is survived by sons Jaime Matthew Pierce, and Christopher rial Chapel followed by burial at Oak Jeanne Brown & The Brown Family Bustillos; Joseph Bustillos; Robert Pierce; and great grandchildren Alex Grove Memorial Gardens. Cortez, Jr. and Ricardo Cortez all of and Alaina. Funeral services were Irving; daughters Donna McCormick held at 1 PM Friday, January 11, 2013 and Sandra Cortez of Irving; sister at Plymouth Park/Central Church of Nicolasa Rocha of Lubbock and Eva Christ, 1710 W. Airport Frwy. in Irving Gerald Edelman, M.D., Ph.D. Gonzales of Kissimmee, Florida; 18 with Paul MaGee officiating. Private grandchildren and 7 great-grandchil- burial followed at Oak Grove Memo- Joins the Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving! dren. A Mass of Christian Burial was rial Gardens. Memorial donations may celebrated at 10 AM Friday, January be made to Irving Healthcare Foun- Specialist in Oncology and Hematology 11, 2013 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church dation, P.O. Box 153705, Irving, TX ✦ Graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine with interment following at Crown 75015-9942. www.irvinghealthcare. ✦ Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine Hill Memorial Park in Dallas. Arrange- org Arrangements made by Brown’s ments made by Brown’s Memorial Memorial Funeral Home. with a subspecialty in Medical Oncology Funeral Home. ✦ Principal Investigator at the Mary Crowley Medical Research Center Delores Holley Swilling ✦ Has served the Irving Community since 1991 Birdie Jordan Delores Holley Swilling passed Birdie Jordan, a resident of Ir- away peacefully on Friday, January ving, died Thursday, January 3, 2013. 4, 2013. She was born on November Accepts most Health Plans Born November 14, 1928 in Denver, 24, 1932 in Paris, Texas. She worked including Medicare 972-253-4245 Colorado, the daughter of Alonzo thirty years at Safeway Stores as a meat and Grace Welty Wilson. Raised in cutter and retired in 1987. Delores is 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 350, Irving, TX 75061 Leavenworth, Kansas. Graduated Im- survived by her two children Ann Da-

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tutional and therefore unen- contingent of Florida and Ala- 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: 2. Benjamin Harrison, on forceable, there is a law on bama troops marched on the What is a kookaburra? June 6, 1892 the books in Tennessee which fort with the intent to throw 6. LITERATURE: Who wrote 3. Sternum prohibits duelists, preach- out the Yankees. However, the novel “The Last Picture 4. A sequence of columns ers and atheists from being the Southerners’ dedication Show”? 5. A type of kingfisher native • Humorist Jerome K. elected to public office. to the cause was somewhat 7. HISTORY: What caused to Australia and New Guinea Jerome made the following • According to most his- lacking; as soon as the Union 1. MUSIC: What is rap singer the Irish potato famine? 6. Larry McMurtry sage observation: “It is im- tory books, the first shots of soldiers fired at them, they Eminem’s real name? 8. MOVIES: What horror film 7. A fungus called potato possible to enjoy idling thor- the Civil War were fired at beat a hasty retreat. 2. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who launched Johnny Depp’s film blight oughly unless one has plenty Fort Sumter, S.C., in April • Those who study such was the first president to at- career? 8. “A Nightmare on Elm of work to do. There is no fun of 1861, but that’s not en- things say that the average tend a baseball game? 9. GEOGRAPHY: What is the Street” in doing nothing when you tirely true. The first shots of lightning bolt has a tempera- 3. ANATOMY: What is an- longest river in China? 9. Yangtze River have nothing to do. Wasting the war between the North ture of approximately 50,000 other name for the breast- 10. MEDICINE: What is milk 10. As an antacid and a laxa- time is merely an occupation and the South actually were degrees Fahrenheit. For com- bone? of magnesia used for? tive then, and a most exhausting fired in January of that year parison, the sun’s average 4. ARCHITECTURE: What is Answers one. Idleness, like kisses, to be in Pensacola, Fla., where a temperature is only 10,000 F. a colonnade? 1. Marshall Mathers (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. sweet must be stolen.” garrison of Union troops was (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. • Though it is unconsti- stationed at Fort Barrancus. A CLUBS

American Legion Post #218 Heritage Park Building 215 Main St. Downtown Irving 3rd Thursday of each month. Recruiting/Questions call 469-621-7878

Buttons & Bows Square & Round Dance Club 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 8:00 pm Senter Park East 228 Chamberlain

Circle I - Square & Round Dance Club 2nd & 4th Fridays at 8pm Senter Park East 228 Chamberlain

Evening Lions Club 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00pm Community Bible Church 2301 Texas Drive

Friends of The Irving Theater Second Tuesday at Joe’s Coffee Shop. Put a Paw print in your heart 7 p.m. to eat/casual meeting at 7:30 p.m. and a best friend at home! Greater Irving Republicans Meets the first Tues. each month The precious pets at the DFW Humane Society would like to @ Spring Creek BBQ at 7 p.m. bring a lifetime of love and happiness into your home!! Irving Amateur Radio Club Hi my name is Fourth Thurday of the month Patch because 7:30 to 9 PM of my cute Senter Park East patch of white 228 Chamberlain Hi there! I'm Skeeter. Funny name, under my long, www.irvingarc.org huh? Don't know how I got it. I can cute face. I am Irving AMBUCS assure you that I didn't pick it. But let a one-year-and- Thursday at 11:30am me tell you a little about myself. I'm a 7-month-old Los Lupes male and about 1 year old. I don't neutered male 3644 Irving Mall yelp and run around like other with beautiful, 4140 Valley View Ln. puppies do. I'm calm and patient. But shiny black fur. Irving, Texas 75038 Irving Garden & Arts I haven't outgrown my need for love. I My Mom was a 2nd Thursday, 10am just love to be held and petted. I get feral cat , so I am really looking forward 972-721-7788 Irving Garden & Arts Building along real well with other dogs, so I'd to having a real home of my own. I was www.dfwhumane.com 906 S. Senter 214.435.9876 love to have some brothers and rescued by a wonderful lady who took me OPEN: sisters to play with. They found me at to the vets, had me neutered and most Irving Genealogical Society another shelter and just knew that I importantly played with me. I love to play Tuesday - Friday meets the third Monday of each month would make a great addition to and love both with people, dogs, and 11am-6pm in the main auditorium of the Irving Public Library. someone's family. Maybe yours! other cats. Please come by soon! Saturday 10am – 5pm Irving Noonday Lions PH 972-409-9940 Come adopt a new family member today! Every Wed. @ Los Lupes If you can’t adopt, please donate! In the Irving Mall Irving Republican Women’s Club Meets the second Monday of each month (except July) at 7pm IHOP Restaurant Hwy 635 @ MacArthur

Irving Retired School Personnel Association 2nd Friday, 10am First Christian Church 210 East Sixth Street

Irving Rotary Club Thursdays at 12 pm Las Colinas Country Club [email protected]

Irving Sunrise Rotary Thursday at 7 am Las Colinas Country Club 4400 N. O”Connor Rd.

Metroplex Glass Club Third Tues. each month 7-9 p.m. Irving Garden & Arts Bldg. For more info call 972-986-2990

The Optimist Club of Irving 1st Wednesday at 6:30 P.M. and 3rd Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Meet at Googly Eyes 2413 W. Airport Frwy.

Saturday Singles Lunch Bunch 1st & 3rd Saturdays 972-254-3525

Single Moms Care & Support of Irving 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Irving YMCA (corner of Irving Blvd. and Story Road) Free meal! Encouraging meeting! Kids welcome!

TOPS TX #58, Irving Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Dwelling Place 1126 Hilltop Drive

Yellow Rose AMBUCS Wednesday’s at 6:00pm IHOP Restaurant- Beltline Rd. 1801 N. Beltline Rd.

VFW Post 2494 IRVING Post Meeting – 1st Thursday at 7pm Ladies’ Auxiliary -1st & 3rd Wed at 7pm Men’s Auxiliary – 4th Wed at 7pm Junior Girls – 2nd Sun at 12:30pm 3375 Belt Line Rd

Widowed Persons Service Saturday Morning 8:30am IHOP Restaurant-Beltline 1801 N. Beltline Rd.

Organizations are required to re-submit their infor- mation on a monthly basis to insure that the Irving Rambler will have accurate information. Listings are limited to the Organization’s name, meeting location and time. If an organization wishes to have more information than the free listing offers, we will continue to offer other advertising opportunities. www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER January 12, 2013 Page 7 WORSHIP

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD UNITED METHODIST Calvary Chapel of Irving First United Methodist Church “…teaching the bible verse by verse” 211 W. Third, 75060 Sundays at 10:30 a.m. 972-253-3531 www.fumcirving.org 1104 N. Beltline Rd. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Call 817-729-6687 or Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Visit www.calvaryirving.org in the Sanctuary 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall “God is with us, now what?” BAPTIST Northgate New Beginnings Fellowship 1010 E. Shady Grove-Irving United Methodist Church 3700 West Northgate, 75062 972-579-1240-nbfirving.net 972-252-8519 www.northgateumc.org In Essentials-Unity Worship Service 8:15 AM in the Dome In Non-Essentials-Liberty Sunday School 9:30 AM In All Things-Charity Worship Service 10:45 AM in the WAC Sunday Morning Service 10:30 a.m. at the rear of the complex CATHOLIC Oak Haven Holy Family of Nazareth United Methodist Church Catholic Church 1600 N. Irving Heights 75061 One block north of Hwy 183 on Esters Rd. 972.438.1431 Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 8am, 10am, 12pm, www.oakhavenumc.org 5:30pm Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 972-252-5521 Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m www.HolyFamilyChurch.net

CHURCH OF CHRIST Belt Line Road Kirkwood United Methodist Church Church of Christ “Where God Continues To Do Something New” 1202 N. Belt Line Rd., Irving, TX 75061 SUNDAYS 1st Century Christianity in the 21st Century 9:00 a.m. Servicio de Inspiracion en Espanol Reverend Sunday Bible Classes 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School in English Preston W. Weaver Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Children’s Church Senior Pastor Wednesday Worship 7:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time Reverend 972.790.8606 www.BeltLineChurch.com 11:00 a.m. Inspiration Service in English Escuela Dominical en Espanol Albano Tayengo Rotation Sunday School Associate Pastor DISCIPLES OF CHRIST 2232 W. Fi h St. @ Story Rd. | Irving, TX 75060 First Christian Church 972-254-4191 | www.KirkwoodUMCIrving.org 114 West Grauwyler Rd. 75061 972-579-0911 Sunday School for all ages-9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship- 10:45 a.m. Photo by Alice Canham 1714 N. Story Rd. Patiently waiting their turn to be recognized, members of the PRESBYTERIAN USA Irving, TX 75061 Redskins team sit together and show their support for other (972) 986-7729 players being honored. Woodhaven Presbyterian Church www.plymouthpark.org 3650 North O’Connor Road the cost of the helmets. That cost has Irving, Texas 75062 www.woodhavenpres.org Football practically doubled, because the de- Sunday Morning Continued from Page 1 sign has changed due to the dangers Rev. Diane Baldwin of head injuries. One helmet could Sunday School 9:00 a.m. First hour worship & bible study — 9:15 AM “These are our ‘major leagues’, cost $70 now, and they’re only good Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Second hour worship & bible study —10:30 AM 972.541.0747 though,” she said. “Our eleven and for a maximum of five years. January 13 (Baptism of the Lord) twelve year olds. If you played five “So it’s a battle to keep costs Luke 3:21-22 — Hearing voices years of contact football with IBFA, down but still provide the safest you’d get a five-year letter jacket. helmets.” St. Stephen’s Presbyterian Church “Some of these players are get- To learn more about the Irving 1621 W. Grauwyler Rd. ting six and seven year jackets. And Boys Football Association, led by im- Irving, TX 75061 972-259-8744 we have one who has been in our mediate past president Robert Webb www.ststephensirving.org league for eight years.” and new president Marvin Clemons, Sunday Bible Classes 9:30 a.m. There are eight teams in the log onto www.irvingboysfootball.org. Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. IBFA league, each with about 22 play- ers. They begin working out by the To include your house of worship in IBFA Five-Year Jackets: end of July and games start in earnest the Worship Section listings, please from September through November. Buccaneers Nathan Cole email [email protected] or They conclude with a pro-bowl game Cameron Anderson Redskins call (972) 870-1992. Fees apply. in December. JaNoah Balog Cody Conklin This year’s City Championship Dimyrius Owens Raiders trophy was awarded to the Red- Nathan Ulate Cesar Garcia Cowboys Anthony Taylor skins, under longtime Coach Reo Tivon Berry Cardinals Visalakshi Rao Vallury, M.D., Ph.D. Latin. They also received the Division Demetrius Chairs Kylen Love Championship for finishing with the Jeremiah Eguia Jacob Stiles Specializing in Family Practice best record. Julian Newman Desperados Riggleman said she never had Juan Rodriguez Kendrick ✦ University of Illinois College of Medicine Big Dogs Washington a son playing in the league – she James Scholar Program for Independent Study was a cheer coach and her daugh- ters were part of the cheer squad. IBFA Six-Year Jackets: ✦ Mt. Sinai Family Practice Residency of Chicago, Illinois But she thinks parents are drawn Department of Family Medicine and Community Health to the IBFA because it offers a safe, Raiders Redskins Sabastian Carrius Key ✦ affordable outlet for their sometimes- Board Certified, American Academy of Family Physicians Balensiefen Buccaneers rambunctious sons. Big Dogs William Riffel ✦ Fluent in English and Telugu “We try to keep the costs down,” Luis Flores, Jr Cardinals she said. “And we don’t have restric- Marc Gallegos Joel Thomas MEDICAL tions, other than weight, age, and can and Call today to schedule they hold the ball. SURGICAL IBFA Seven-Year Jackets: an appointment! 972-253-4343 “It’s not a Pop Warner league. CLINIC of It’s a competitive league. Parents will Raiders Taevaun Sanford IRVING 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd. Suite 325 Irving TX 75061 pay a registration fee, and that barely Dylan Ard Daniel Silva covers our costs of equipment, insur- Devon Dorough Tommy Sotero ance and the referees we hire each Joshua Howell Kevin Williams year. The City sponsors us, so they Redskins Big Dogs Subscribe provide the fields. Abel Garcia Juan Saenz, Jr “The fee also covers the helmets Cowboys Buccaneers Sebastian Ibarra Dominic Bland – to the Irving we buy each year. A lot of leagues Jalil Whitehead recognized for 8 Rambler have moved away from this, but it’s Cardinals years of participa- 214-676-1145 / [email protected] our biggest thing – to keep up with Jacob Reyes tion!

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We see it as an investment in pro- 31, 4-6 p.m. at Dallas Women’s Foun- Foundation gramming, an investment in policy dation offices at Campbell Centre Coppell City Council approves Continued from Page 1 change, and an investment in having II, 8150 North Central Expressway, the community get more involved. If Suite #110, Dallas, Texas 75206, change in the community,” said Dr. we can invest our money that way, Phone: 214.965.9977. The workshop zoning for kayak business Dena L. Jackson, DWF’s Vice Presi- what we will get on the other side is a strives to help women of all economic By Amanda Casanova “We really thought differently dent of Grants & Research. “One of stronger economic community, and levels understand the value of their The Coppell City Council voted about the property and what it could the things we want to do is to develop women and girls who are stronger time, talent and treasure and how on Jan. 8 to approve a zoning change be used for,” she said. “We wanted to women as leaders. participants in our society. they can have an impact on the com- that would bring in a kayak business preserve the nature and the beauty “We’ve been supporting Com- “Hillary Clinton talks about that munity, too. It’s not just for women to the city. of this area.” munities in Schools since 1989,” if you invest in a woman, you invest in with a lot of money. With the unanimous City Coun- Council’s approval was condi- Jackson said. “We’ve funded them a family, and if you invest in a family, Two screenings of Miss Repre- cil vote, Trinity River Kayak Com- tional. Among a range of stipulations, over $120,000. Ignite is a new orga- you invest in a community. It is the sentation at Studio Movie Grill Spring pany is able to open a convenience the company will have to meet fire nization in our city, and this is the first ripple effect that we have talked about Valley, Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m. (Focused store and canoe and kayak rental / code standards, improve landscap- grant that they’ve received from us.” for many years.” on men and their daughters); and sales business at 1601 E. Sandy Lake ing and set up screens around the GEMS Program “Other programs that we support Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. (Youth/Family Road, the former site of the now- property. Communities in Schools’ GEMS also serve Irving but are not actu- focus). Attendance is free, but reser- shuttered Harrington’s Bait Shop. “I ask myself questions when it program focuses on middle school ally located in Irving such as Junior vations are required. “Kayaks are very popular,” Pam comes to these decisions,” Council- girls in six schools in Dallas, Collin Achievement and The Concilio, a Gender in Media Forum and Varnell, co-owner of the business, man Marvin Franklin said. “Will it and Denton Counties. In Irving, Bow- program that specifically focuses on Luncheon, Feb. 8, DoubleTree by said. “No company exists on the river attract people from outside of Cop- ie Middle School will benefit from the leadership, predominantly of His- Hilton Dallas in Campbell Centrer, that can provide guided tours, shuttle pell and will it benefit the city? And program to help open up career ideas panic parents of children K-12.” Forum: 9:00 – 11:45 a.m. Tickets $35 and rental service like this.” this does.” for young middle school girls defined The Concilio also supports other (Students $20), Luncheon: Noon - Varnell said her family bought The business will offer two-to- as at risk of not staying in school and immigrant groups. 1:30 p.m. Tickets $65 (Students $30). the Trinity River property in summer six hour trips and prices could be of not achieving academically. “The program offers a 15-week The Gender in Media Forum will talk 2012 with intentions to only open a about $100 to $200 for a family of “By using hands-on, interac- class to parents of kindergarteners. about ways girls, children and women retail business. However, the family four. The convenience store will cater tive activities, they are going to be They learn how to stand up for their view themselves and their role in took a couple of kayaks down the riv- to anglers as well as kayak and canoe introducing Science, Technology, child, how to interact with the school, the world and will feature morning er, launching from the property, and enthusiasts and will also sell hunting Engineering and Math (STEM) to how they can serve on PTA’s, and keynote speaker Madeline di Nonno, decided to open a kayak business. and fishing licenses. them to get them ready for the school what the role of the parent is within executive director of the Geena Davis based programming that they need to the school system because it is very Institute on Gender in Media, and two pass,” Jackson said. “In order to go different in some of the countries panel discussions led by Krys Boyd, into college or any training program, where these parents come from. They host of Think on KERA. A luncheon Link Auto Service math is a real gateway problem for a separate classes for parents of el- will follow the panel discussions, fea- lot of kids. ementary school kids, middle school turing keynote speaker Julie Burton, Domestic & Asian Vehicle Specialist “This program is to help those and high school,” Jackson said. president of Women’s Media Center. girls, not only to succeed in those grant opportunities Seating is limited. ◆ Since 1981 STEM fields, but to kind of open up With more need than there is “When people understand what ◆ career possibilities, so they see what money, DWF is able to fund about 25 is going on, they make different deci- Locally Owned & Operated else is out there for them to start aim- percent of grant requests, according sions with their children and different ◆ ASE Master Certified Technician ing for when they get out of school. It’s to Jackson. decisions with their philanthropy,” a four-year program. It involves field “Sometimes the foundation Jackson said. Our services are listed trips and summer programs. They funds a specific project; sometimes on our newly designed website: have been running it for a couple of we provide operating support for www.Linkautoservice.com years with very good success; this is organizations that …need general Heritage or call 972-790-8208 an expansion of that program.” money to strengthen their organiza- Continued from Page 1 Careers never before considered tion,” she said. “Half of the beneficia- 313 North Belt Line Rd. become real prospects for GEMS ries have to be in Dallas, Denton or hire a firm that could create a final Irving, TX 75061 students. Collin County, and at least 75 percent plan. Polikov said he would like the “The CIS Dallas Region part- of the beneficiaries have to be women City to retain his company, but the nership with the Dallas Women’s or girls.” decision is up to the Council. Foundation will make a meaningful The deadline for DWF’s next Polikov said the company has difference in the lives and futures grant request is Jan. 16. This grant is worked to revive downtown areas of girls who, as a result, will be con- open to organizations focused on the in McKinney, Roanoke and Dun- nected to and comfortable with sci- economic security of female-headed canville. ence and technology in school and in households. “We created a way for busi- the future,” said Sandra G. Chavarria, “This will be at least a nine-year nesses in those places to relate to CISDR President & CEO. initiative for us, because what we are each other,” he said. “Walkability is Ignite going to look at is what the issues crucial. It allows for the perception Ignite focuses on leadership and are at different times in a woman’s that if you want to walk from the first career possibilities for young women life that makes her more likely to part of your day to the second part of in civic and political arenas. become financially unstable,” Jack- your day, then you can.” “Ignite concentrates on high son said. “We have divided this up The next public workshop will school girls, educating them on civ- by age (brackets), so the one you see be at 9 a.m. on Feb. 5 at City Hall. ics and politics, and providing them online is specifically for women that Gateway Planning will present its with skills and knowledge they need are 55 plus. recommendations to the City Council to assume leadership positions and to “A female-headed household is on Feb. 28. consider running for office in the fu- a government IRS type definition. It ture,” Jackson said. “The mechanism could be a single mom with children, they use to support this education of a household with a man but with IRVING SUNRISE high school girls is college girls. They a woman considered the head of ROTARY give training, education, and leader- household, or it could be just a single ship opportunities for both the college woman. It could be a woman who is a age kids as well as the high school caregiver to her husband or parents.” girls that are actually receiving the DWF facts services. With 28 years of experience, the August 9 Sandra Forster “Women are not well repre- Dallas Women’s Foundation is one of Rotary District Governor sented in elective office. Overall, the older women’s funds in the world. August 16 Billy D Hines we’re stuck countrywide at about 17 “We are the largest regional The History of NorthPark Center percent. Only 21 percent of our state women’s foundation in the world Join us legislature is female, and that puts with regard to asset size,” Jackson for great speakers every week! August 23 The Margaret Hunt us 35th in the nation as far as the said. “We strictly provide funds to Hill Bridge and Dallas' Trinity number of women in public office 501c3 organizations. The vast ma- We are always seeking new individuals who want River Project in our state. Only nine percent of jority of our money goes to Dallas, August 30 TBA representatives in Washington D.C. Collin and Denton Counties, but our to make a di erence in their community. e Irving-Las Colinas Rotary are women.” donor-advised funds can direct their Club meets every ursday at Girls participating in Ignite money to anywhere in the world MEETINGS 7 a.m. Thursda y mornings Noon at the Las Colinas Country learn about and explore politics in a that they wish. About 15 percent of Las Colinas Country Club Club, and we welcome guests. We nonpartisan way. our monies go outside these three 4400 N.O'Connor Blvd Subscribeare always seeking new individuals Irving, Texas 75062 “They are given a safe environ- counties. The reason people support to thewho waRamblernt to make a di erence214-676-1145 in ment where they are able to learn our organization is because they care their community. from, share and interact with woman about women and girls and they want elected officials who are willing to support this region. to share about their experience as “You can give wherever you are. women in office and give encourag- Time, talent and treasure are greatly ing feedback to them,” said Sarah appreciated. Speaking as a volunteer Davenport, Ignite Program Director. and a donor, we get so much out of Social Investment it as well; it makes our lives so much Over the last 28 years, DWF richer.” has invested over $19 million in Dal- Jackson was a donor/volunteer las, Collin and Denton Counties for for DWF before she came on staff in education and leadership, health and February 2012. safety, and economic security of girls What’s next and women. To apply for a grant or to learn “(Communities in Schools and about upcoming events presented Ignite) are headed in the same di- by DWF, go to their website at www. Bistro Lunch rection to advance leadership and dallaswomensfoundation.org. expand career possibilities for young Free Philanthropy Education Mon- Fri — 11 AM - 2PM women,” Jackson said. “We want to Workshop - The Power of Your Giv- $5.95 to $8.95 make a change in the community. ing – Time, Treasure and Talent, Jan.

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