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March 24, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 7 Tree waste pickup set Tree waste only will be picked up Thursday, March 24, for city of Houston residents living Freeman reinstates Pct. 2 deputies south of Beltway 8. For information, call 3-1-1. By James Bolen lated 28 percent as 2.8 percent. by the City of Houston. Freeman is not seeking re-election in 2012. Dual credit meeting at Dobie Just four days after abruptly ending the local “We’re police offi cers, not accountants,” Free- The move to start a community police force, A similar action was expected to take place Harris County Precinct 2 deputy patrol contract, man said. or “MUD marshal” program, would necessitate Wednesday, March 23, after press time at a Kirk- There will be a dual credit meeting for Constable Gary L. Freeman announced he plans With the newfound funds, Freeman could ei- that local governing bodies meet several state mont Municipal Utility District meeting. Dobie juniors and their parents on Thursday, to reinstate the program. (See related editorial on ther renew the local deputy contract or that of the and county requirements, such as having an in- Any such police force would attempt to re-em- March 24, at 6:30 p.m. in the Dobie cafeteria. Page 2A.) Galena Park Independent School District, which spected and certifi able property room, holding ploy the nine local affected Precinct 2 deputies, A representative from San Jac South will be Freeman had originally canceled the area con- the Precinct 2 Constable’s offi ce is also contract- cells and a juvenile detention room. some of whom are already applying for employ- there to present information. tract due to a budget shortfall. The cancellation ed to patrol. Friday, March 18, Clear Brook City Munici- ment elsewhere due to the recent cancellation of was set to take effect April 15. After hearing the previous week’s news of its pal Utility District Manager Chris Clark and the contract. Health fair at Life Church However, a recent review of the constable’s contract termination, however, the Galena Park Leader publisher Marie Flickinger met with Har- Despite the challenges, Freeman said he re- Life Church will host a health fair put on by fi gures conducted by auditors at the county ISD, which employs 11 Precinct 2 deputies, had ris County Community Aide David Matthews to mains committed to the South Belt program. Texas Children’s Health Plan, on Saturday, budget offi ce revealed an error of more than $1 already gone ahead with plans to form its own discuss the possibility of using the existing Pre- “I never wanted out,” Freeman said. “That’s March 26, from 9 a.m. to noon in the church million toward the constable’s annual budget of police department. cinct 2 facility at Scarsdale and Beamer, as it al- been my baby since it started. I campaigned on activity center. Activities will include screening roughly $5.5 million. Similar discussions took place locally about ready meets all of the requirements – a proposal it. It just came down to money.” for vision, dental, glucose, cholesterol and According to Freeman, the error stemmed starting a police force to patrol the areas of the to which the county seemed receptive. Freeman is not the only one feeling the pinch nerve compression, and an obesity reduction from a misplaced decimal point, which calcu- South Belt community that are not incorporated The Sagemeadow Municipal Utility District of county budget cuts, as Precinct 8 Constable program. voted Tuesday, March 22, to approve going Bill Bailey resigned Tuesday, March 22, after be- The Harris County Hospital District will be forward with plans to create a MUD marshal ing forced to lay off 11 deputies. He had served on hand to provide immunizations to children program in case the issue should arise again, as for more than 28 years. at the event. Bring the child’s shot records. Lewis speaks on fi nances There will also be plenty of fun activities for children. PISD holds budget meeting Cowboys, Cowgirls register By James Bolen to. The Sagemont Cowboys and Cowgirls will Hundreds of local parents and concerned “These programs are just as important as foot- hold early registration at the Little League community members gathered at Dobie Tuesday, ball, baseball and basketball,” said one parent to fi elds in El Franco Lee Park on Saturday, March 22, to hear Pasadena Independent School a roaring applause. “If you cut one athletic pro- March 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. District Superintendent Kirk Lewis discuss the gram, you cut all athletic programs.” Applications will be accepted from all re- possible effects the current budget crisis will Another parent suggested creating district turning football players and any new or return- have on the area district. teams, rather than campus teams for these sports ing drill member or mascot. A $50 deposit is While the exact fi gures will not be known and allowing students to transfer to whichever required for football players and a $100 de- until the end of this legislative session, Lewis is school offered the respective activity. posit is required for drill, cheer and mascots. preparing for a shortfall of between $20 million Lewis said he would take both ideas into con- Contact information will also be accepted and $50 million for PISD. sideration should the need arise to make further from any new football player. Working with the best-case scenario of a $20 cuts. million cut, the school district was essentially Despite the current economic challenges, Hope Village fundraiser set forced to lay off 180 teachers and 156 adminis- Lewis remains optimistic. trators and support staff this week. The layoffs “Your kids are in good hands,” Lewis said. Hope Village, 15403 Hope Village Road, will take effect next school year. “We’ll get through this. We’ll fi nd a way.” will present its seventh annual Passport to the Additionally, PISD has reduced all campus This sentiment is shared by PISD board presi- World of Wine Saturday, March 26. budgets by 10 percent for next year and plans to dent and former Dobie principal Jerry Speer. The wine tasting and silent auction bidding use $7.5 million of its $63.4 million emergency “Never in my 49 years with the school dis- begin at 6:30 p.m., and the live auction at 8 fund balance. trict, have I seen things worse than they are now,” p.m. The event will benefit the Hope Village Should the budget cuts from the state exceed Speer said. “But never in my 49 years with the and its foundation. For information, call 281- $20 million, Lewis said the district would have to district, have I been associated with any super- 400-2011 or visit www.hope-village.com. take even more drastic measures, such as possibly intendent with the leadership of Kirk Lewis. I’m closing small elementary schools and eliminat- confi dent with him and his staff. Your children Melillo carnival March 25 ing swim, golf and tennis programs – something will get the education they deserve. The school Melillo Middle School will hold its spring many in the audience were vehemently opposed district could not be in better hands.” carnival on Friday, March 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the school at 9220 Hughes Road. Food The Pasadena Independent School District held a meeting Tuesday, March 22, to discuss booths will sell turkey legs, sausage on a stick, the possible effects of the expected state budget cuts. PISD Superintendent Kirk Lewis Crooks target area vehicles snow cones, beverages and more. (shown above) said he expects the school district to receive between $20 million and $50 Various games will include a dunk tank, million less in funding per year over the next two years. Photo by James Bolen The strip center in the 11600 block of Hughes dent, as her husband died, and the ring was to be soccer kick, bungee jump, rock wall, cake Road at Beltway 8 has been the site of multiple given to her daughter as a birthday gift. walk, basketball toss, silent auction and music, vehicle break-ins in recent months. A second break-in occurred at the same loca- to name just a few of the events planned. One resident notifi ed the Leader that her purse tion the following day. was stolen from her car Monday, March 7, around At least one store in the strip center has posted Knights hold fish fry Filing ends for May elections 4:30 p.m. In addition to taking the woman’s cell a sign warning patrons not to leave valuables in The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 phone and credit cards, the crooks also got away their vehicles. will serve fish dinners during Lent at St. Luke CCISD has election, PISD, San Jac don’t with her wedding ring that was being taken to get Anyone with information on these cases is the Evangelist Catholic Church on the Fridays, sized. urged to call the Houston Police Department’s Filing has wrapped up for the May 14 school incumbents Marshall Kendrick and Vickie Mor- The loss is particularly diffi cult for the resi- Burglary and Theft Division at 713-308-0900. March 25, April 1, April 8 and April 15. board elections, with the Clear Creek Indepen- gan are also both running unchallenged. Each dinner consist of breaded fish fillet, dent School District being the only local district After serving on the San Jacinto College french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, corn on headed for a vote. board since 2004, Ben Meador will not seek re- Casino Night slated for April 29 the cob and iced tea. CCISD District 2 incumbent Win Weber is election for his Position 1 seat. Brad Hance has Baked fish, soft drinks and desserts will be being challenged by Lisa Salinas. A Clear Lake fi led to fi ll the position. He currently chairs the The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Com- “High Roller” section will also be available. available. One-piece dinners are $9 and two- resident, Salinas, 39, is a real estate agent. San Jacinto College Foundation and is the owner merce will hold its annual Casino Night on Fri- Winners will receive raffl e tickets rather than piece dinners are $12, dine in or take out. Small business owner Alan Benjamin, 42, has of MECO Inc. day, April 29, at The Gardens, 12001 Beamer, cash, with drawings for prizes being held dur- Dinners will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at the fi led to fi ll the District 4 position currently held Michael “Keith” Sinor has fi led to fi ll the Po- beginning at 6:30 p.m. ing the evening. Larger prizes will be awarded at parish hall. by incumbent Page Rander. sition 7 seat that was vacated in December 2010 The yearly event allows attendees to use fake the end of the evening.The event will also feature Profits will be used for scholarships and District 3 incumbent Ken Baliker is running by longtime board member C. Wayne Slovacek. money to gamble in Las Vegas-style games, such music, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. local charitable projects. The public is invited. unopposed. Area tax consultant Star Lazarow Sinor, 42, is co-owner of Sinor Engine Company as blackjack, Let it Ride, roulette, baccarat, craps For more information, contact chamber Exec- For more information, call 832-444-4958. had fi led to run against Baliker, but has since Inc. and a former San Jacinto College student. and poker, including Texas Hold ‘em. A special utive Director Sally Mitchell at 281-481-5516. withdrawn her application. Position 2 incumbent Dr. Ruede Wheeler is GAT Athletic Banquet set In the Pasadena Independent School District, running unopposed. The Thompson Athletic Banquet will be SJC South holds chili cookoff held on Friday, April 1, at 7 p.m. at Dobie High School. All athletes are free, parents are $15 and children are $10. Drabek benefi t set for March 27 For tickets, contact Nadine Guzman at 832- A benefi t golf tournament for Scott Drabek, $500 for Silver and $100 for Bronze. Putting 489-1649 or Felecia Williams at 832-640- whose wife Lisa recently died unexpectedly, will green sponsorship is $50. 9500. be held Sunday, March 27, from noon to 3 p.m. at Player fees are $75 per player or $300 a team. the Freeport Municipal Golf Course, 830 Slaugh- A barbecue plate dinner is included. Mulligans PW Library sets events ter Road in Freeport. are $5, with a limit of 3. Those not participating A 1990 Dobie graduate, Drabek has been with- in the golf tournament may still purchase a barbe- The following events are scheduled for the out insurance and a steady income since he lost cue plate for $8. week of March 24 through March 30 at Parker his full-time employment. He is left with three A memorial fund has also been established Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: young children, Jesse,12, Emmi, 8, and Elli, 3. at First State Bank, 200 N. Brazosport Blvd. in Movie Madness is scheduled for Thursday, Now a resident of Lake Jackson, Drabek is the Clute. Contributions can be made either directly March 24, at 4 p.m. This family-friendly film son of former longtime South Belt residents Rudy to the Lisa Drabek Memorial Fund account No. is rated PG and runs 96 minutes. and Donna Drabek. Drabek’s sister, Staci Drabek 6067987 or through the Brazoria Masonic Lodge. On Saturday, March 26, Vietnamese story- Atchison, is a 1986 Dobie graduate. For more information, call 979-265-2511. time will include Reading Club at 9 a.m., fol- Hosted by the Brazoria Masonic Lodge, the Forms can be be picked up at S.F. Austin El- lowed by intermediate storytime at 11 a.m. tournament format will be a four-player scram- ementary, 7351 Stephen F. Austin, or Freeport and beginner storytime at 1 p.m. ble. Municipal Golf Course. The monthly Friends of the Parker Williams Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams, For more information, contact Gilbert Alonzo Library book sale will also be on Saturday, closest to the pin, longest drive and hole in one. at [email protected] or 979-299-4209 or March 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Door prizes will also be awarded. Jimmie Bowers at [email protected] or 979- AARP representives provide free income Hole sponsorship costs are $1,000 for Gold, 824-9020. tax preparation assistance on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring all tax documents and a copy of last year’s income tax return. Cookoff to be held May 12 -14 Preschool storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Wed- The annual South Belt Spectacular Cookoff Unlike in past years, the foods will be rated by nesday, and toddler storytime is at 10:30 a.m. is set to take place at El Franco Lee Park from outside judges with no affi liation to the cooking Thursday. Thursday, May 12, to Saturday, May 14. teams. Now in its 15th year, the event is the only Also new this year, organizers said they plan to San Jacinto College South recently hosted a chili cook-off and dessert bake-off complete fundraiser for the annual Fourth of July fi reworks erect a fence around the event and charge guests Dobie band parents meet with traditional Texas decor. Staff and faculty were invited to taste and judge nine chili display, also to be held at the area park. a small admission fee. The cookoff will feature a The Dobie Band Parent Organization will entries and six desserts. The chili winners were as follows: first place, Sizzlin’ Steakhouse This will mark the fi rst year that the Southeast silent auction. Space is limited, and past partici- meet Monday, April 4, at 7 p.m. in the band Chili by Tami Kelly; second place, BIO Prep Room Chili by James Albritton and Detra Volunteer Fire Department will be responsible pants will have fi rst dibs on cooking spots. hall. All band parents are urged to attend. Merino; and third place, Bubba’s White Magic by Kathy Miller. The bake-off winners for organizing the cookoff. They are replacing Organizers are seeking additional committee were as follows: first place, rum cake by Marylou Robbins; second place, turtle cake by the mother-daughter team of Linda and Shelley members to help coordinate the cookoff, as well Carol Long; and third place, double chocolate peanut butter brownie by Team RLVN/ KW South meets March 24 Arnone, who are stepping down after organizing as local businesses to donate auction items or to Paramedics ADN Mobility. Pictured are faculty members Carole Patterson (left) and Tria The Kirkwood South Committee will meet the event for the past nine years. sponsor a golf cart. Wood getting some of the first tastes of the competition. today, Thursday, March 24, in Judge Jo Ann Foods to be judged this year include brisket, For more information, e-mail John Layton at Photo by Andrea Vasque, San Jacinto College Delgado’s court room at 7:30 pm. chili, beans, chicken, ribs and chef’s choice. [email protected]. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 CDA collects for soldiers Catholic Daughters will sponsor a sock and wet wipes drive for the men and women in the Publisher’s Opinion armed forces. Bring donations of socks (the long work tube kind) and wet wipes (each wipe must be wrapped in an individual package so they won’t dry out too quickly) to St. Luke the Deaths Evangelist Catholic Church located at 11011 Hall Road. Items will be collected through the South Belt won’t lose protection! end of April. For further information, call Carol at 281-484-4170. Joyce Philip N. It has been quite a while since a story support of County Commissioner El Ghormley Emigh Sr. in our paper caused as much interest as Franco Lee, his aide, Dave Matthews, PTO scholarships available the story last week on the cancellation of and Clear Brook City MUD Manager the security program which covers the Chris Clark, who put many hours in the Stuchbery Elementary unincorporated South Belt area. The project, and the Sagemeadow and The Stuchbery Elementary PTO will offer scholarships to graduating Dobie High seniors news this week is Constable Gary Free- Kirkmont MUD representatives. who attended Stuchbery in fourth and fifth grades. Applications are available through the man has found a $1 million+ error which When I called Lee to ask for his assis- Dobie High School senior counselor’s office. The completed application must be turned in to allows him to reinstate the program. tance, he immediately put Matthews on the counselor’s office by Friday, March 25, to be considered. Between the time the program was the project. We met most of Friday morn- Frazier Elementary cancelled and reinstated, plans were ing. Friday afternoon we learned Freeman Frazier Elementary will offer scholarships ($500 to $1,000) to six graduating seniors at well under way to replace the program was re-establishing his program. School. The students must have attended Frazier in fourth and fifth grades and must be good with a municipal utility district marshal The MUDs, Matthews and I are con- citizens. Applications are available in the Dobie senior counselor’s office. Completed applica- program. This is allowed under Texas tinuing to work on this plan, as the odds tion must be turned in to the counselor’s office at Dobie by Friday, March 25, to be consid- state law. MUD districts are allowed to are that one day we will permanently ered. have such a program. Since the current lose the current contract program. Moore Elementary program is funded by the community In these tough economic times, the Moore Elementary PTO will offer scholarships to four graduating seniors at Dobie High Charlesette of Pun and Scooter through the three MUDs, there would sheriff’s department could not pick up the School who attended Moore in fourth and fifth grades. Applications are available through the Polk of Brenham; brother Lar- have been little change visible to the slack losing the contract would have Dobie senior counselor and must be returned by Monday, March 28, to be considered. ry Symons of Colorado; niec- residents. The plan was to hire those caused. But, I can assure you, the South Joyce Adams Ghormley, Philip N. Emigh Sr., 95, es, nephews and great-nieces: who had been patrolling the area and Belt area will not lose security protection. 79, Thursday, March 17, formerly a resident of the Deborah, Jeff, Christina and were told their jobs were lost. Please let your MUD officials, Dave 2011, at Colonial Oaks As- Sagemont area for 33 years, Jessica Day of Brenham, and This plan could not have progressed Matthews and El Franco Lee know you sisted Living in Pasadena died Tuesday, March 1, 2011. Robbie and Pamela Heugatter as quickly as it did if we did not have the appreciate their efforts. –Marie Flickinger Readers’ Opinions where she had resided since He is survived by his son, of Las Vegas; as well as a mul- December 2008 after being Philip Norman Emigh Jr., and titude of relatives and friends. Those are a few of the safety reasons even be able to negotiate the narrow diagnosed with vascular de- wife Charlotte of South Belt; Crouch taught at Meador, that a 4-way stop at the Sageorchard/ one-way entrance, much less back out mentia in 2006. daughter-in-law Alice Emigh Freeman and Sparks elementa- Hughes intersection is the safest, simple, onto a street that then has become an Ghormley was born on of McDonough, Ga.; grand- ry schools before retiring from and most reasonable inclusion to a prob- unencumbered speedway. May 6, 1931, in Abilene, Tex- son Bradford Emigh Jr. of Genoa Elementary School, Readers’ Opinions lematic plan. The added advantage is I just hope for the sake of all who truly as, to Kelso and Minnie Ola Georgia; granddaugher Tere- and she impacted the lives effectively controlling gathered traffic have a stake in it, that this independent Ferguson Adams as their only sa Marie Emigh of La Porte; of thousands of children in the only fair thing to do. speed coming from Blackhawk with what engineering look or study or whatever child. She lived in Midland great-grandchildren Ryan Concerns regarding Sincerely, Kevin & Lillian Lee her 30-plus years of service. would otherwise become a full throttle they are calling it, is a sincere effort and and San Marcos where she Adams, Lacey Adams Rus- She was an active member of Hughes Road to RR thoroughfare. There are NO other side that common sense will prevail over graduated from high school in sell, Steven Adams, Heather Cokesbury United Method- County to block off roads on the westbound lane of Hughes bureaucratic regulations. I also suggest 1948. She attended Southwest Hanagriff and Maxwell Frost, I am writing this letter in response to ist Church, Wesley Sunday between Blackhawk and the Sageorchard that unlike the events leading up to our Texas State College, receiv- all from Houston and sur- the County’s decision to add barriers to School Class and Red Hat Sageorchard traffic? intersection, therefore obviously NO stop present situation, it would be nice if the ing both her bachelor’s and rounding areas; and Sedona both sides of Sageorchard Lane where Society. She was a longtime signs. Think children, bus routes, pedes- residents/taxpayers paying for all of this master’s in music education. Emigh of the Atlanta area and they meet Hughes Rd. We live on Sage- I want to echo my neighbor’s previous Kirkwood subdivision resident. trians, garbage trucks, recreational vehi- (including the independent engineering She was a longtime teacher of two great-great-grandchil- orchard Lane near the end of Hughes concerns expressed here in the South She loved to fi sh, camp, cles, emergency vehicles, etc. study) had direct input to the indepen- music at Jackson Junior High dren, Savana and Noah. Rd. and this decision would greatly affect Belt Leader with regard to ‘the county’ cruise, swim, read, paint, play Just the other day I watched a school dent engineer. and South Houston High Emigh was a retired U.S. our ability to get in and out of our neigh- blocking our source of egress from our games and be with her family, bus have to back all the way up Sage- I don’t see where the county should or School, and her students and Army Master Sargeant and a borhood. If they decide to put the barriers homes on Sageorchard Lane onto friends and dogs. orchard to Hughes so it could turn would object to furnishing a contact point choirs gave outstanding musi- Shriner. up, and we are not allowed to exit onto Hughes Road. A celebration of her life around, because of contractor vehicles for that representation. As far as that cal programs performing suc- Funeral services were held Hughes Rd. then that will force a great While most of us residents knew that will be held Thursday, March parked on both sides of Sageorchard goes, it would be nice to see a finished cessfully in UIL competitions Monday, March 21, 2011, at many of the residents in this neighbor- Hughes Road would eventually be 24, 2011, at Cokesbury United and not enough clearance for the bus to graphic of the plan as engineered and year after year. the League City United Meth- hood to exit out onto Blackhawk by way extended into Pearland (dreaded is more Methodist Church. Interment pass between them. Right or wrong, how it would look with this bridge over In 1963, she was recruited odist Church with interment at of Sagequeen or Sageorchard Lane. so my opinion) and therefore substan- will be at 4 p.m. at Prairie Lea there are always vehicles parked on both the hike and bike trail. This is a major by San Jacinto College where Forest Park East in Webster. The problem with exiting from Sage- tially increase speeding traffic on Hughes Cemetery in Brenham. sides of Sageorchard and Sagequeen. project representing a major disruption to she taught music theory, ear queen is that there is a 3 way stop nearby Road, I don’t believe any of us knew that Donations to the American They are both narrow residential streets. our neighborhood and safety. I see no training, vocal and instru- that causes us to have to beat many cars the county planned to block our primary RoxAnn Diabetes Association or Amer- Sagequeen is curved just like the begin- reason why we shouldn’t be considered mental performance until re- who are going through that stop sign, exit from our neighborhood. ican Heart Association may ning of Sageorchard and requires careful smart enough to have some say in it. tirement in 1997. She retired and many of them on many occasions If their plans were to go forward as Sexton be made in lieu of fl owers. and deliberate negotiation because of Thanks to Marie Flickinger and the as the chairman of the Col- actually don’t even stop and they run designed, they are going to create any both factors. If their little one-sided con- South Belt-Ellington Leader for their con- lege Music Department. right through the stop sign going south number of very dangerous traffic pat- Dean Stordeur crete blockade had been at the intersec- tinued voice in the community. There are Ghormley served as Chan- on Blackhawk. That makes for a very terns out of and into the immediate tion as currently planned, the school bus PETITIONS being circulated for signa- cel Choir director of First dangerous situation. neighborhood bordering the Sage- would have been stuck waiting on some- ture. If you live in the area and share United Methodist Church for Also, if we exit from Sageorchard, orchard/Hughes intersection. It will totally one to move their vehicles. Now after the these concerns, we welcome you to sign three years where the fam- there is limited visibility from the slight eliminate our present primary source of new construction think about that sce- on as a show of unity. ily has been members since curve on Blackhawk, which again affects egress from Sageorchard onto Hughes nario and whether or not the bus would Larry Bennatt 1959. She was sought as a our ability to exit safely on many occa- on both the north and south side of soloist through the years and sions. Hughes, period. remained a devoted advocate We have a teenage daughter who is On the north side of Hughes, any of San Jacinto College and getting ready to get her driver’s license residential traffic needing to gain access trusted advisor for former and we would feel much more comfort- to Beltway 8 or the Gulf Freeway, will Renowned neuroscientist students until her untimely able if she was able to exit our neighbor- bottleneck in 2 spots. The first being illness. In retirement, Ghorm- hood onto Hughes and then make the Sagequeen where the crossover onto ley enjoyed scrapbooking for left turn onto Blackhawk at the 4 way Blackhawk for a left hand turn is precari- to speak at San Jac South her grandchildren, fl ower ar- stop sign when she is going to school at ous at best with the curve in Blackhawk Dr. David Eagleman, a dean of the San Jacinto Cardenas, Lyceum com- ranging, and making baby Dobie every weekday morning. limiting vision of northwest bound traffic pre-eminent neuroscien- College honors program. mittee chair. “He shows blankets for friends and Also, in October of last year, we had a coming from the right and the rapid fire tists will give two lectures “In addition to explaining our students and our com- new parents. She tried to RoxAnn Sexton, 52, died major gas leak at our house and we were sequence of southeast bound traffic from spend as much time as pos- Thursday, March 17, 2011, experiencing the side effects of exposure the left due to the close proximity of the at the San Jac South cam- his research in the area munity how your intel- sible with her mother-in-law, while held in the arms of her Dean Stordeur, 63, died to the gas, and we were able to get 4 way stop at Hall Road. pus Monday, March 28. of perception clearly, he lectual passion can better Naomi Ghormley, and her pet children after a two-and-a- Sunday, March 20, 2011. He immediate response from the fire dept. The second and only other route Eagleman directs the challenges our notions of humanity. We are honored schnauzer, Max, at the family half-year battle with cancer. was born May 31, 1947. He around the corner. If they put up the bar- would be straight up Sageorchard to Laboratory for Perception consciousness in an excit- to have him as our spring retreat in Huntsville. Born in Pasadena on Dec. had been a South Belt resident riers then precious seconds or minutes Blackhawk with a no cross-over right and Action at Baylor Col- ing way.” 2011 speaker.” Ghormley is survived by 30, 1958, Sexton was a long- since 1977, and a Sagemont will be wasted for anyone living in this hand turn only and in all probability lege of Medicine and is The Lyceum Commit- Eagleman will present her husband of 51 years, Ce- time South Belt resident. Park resident since 1984. neighborhood as the fire trucks and/or increasing u-turns at the Blackhawk/ also the founder and direc- tee at San Jacinto Col- two lectures on March 28. cil Ghormley, who served as She is survived by her Stordeur is preceded in ambulance will have to go all the way to Hughes intersection, which is already tor of Baylor’s Initiative lege continues to bring in The fi rst lecture, In elected trustee for the Pasa- children, Scott, Tim and wife death by his son-in-law, Dan- Blackhawk then make the turn onto bad enough with people ignoring any on Neuroscience and Law. prominent speakers, such Praise of Uncertainty: dena Independent School Micah, and Craig and Laura; iel Renteria and parents Edith Sagequeen or Sageorchard Lane. sense of stop and go order at the 4-way His research includes time as Eagleman, who engage Why I am a Possibilian, District Board of Trustees for seven grandchildren: Sammie, and Ambrose Stordeur. We strongly believe that a 4 way stop stop and/or not stopping at all. many years. She is also sur- Maddie, Evan, Stitch, Baxter He is survived by his wife, sign should be put up instead of the bar- Actually even more dangerous in my perception, synesthesia, students and community will be from 10:15 to vived by children Elizabeth and Ariel; father Doyle Jen- Laura; children Deani, Mi- riers and that a blinking light in front of opinion is the potential for mistaken right social neuroscience, and members in their area of 11:15 a.m., open to San Dauer and husband Daryl, and nings; and a very large net- chael, Rachel, Hayley, Nicho- the fire dept. should be added as well. turn entry by clueless non-residential traf- the intersection of neuro- expertise. Jacinto College and local Michael Ghormley and wife work of friends and family. las, Benjamin and Deidra; We believe that by adding the stop sign, fic off of Hughes onto the north side of science with the legal sys- Their goal is to facilitate high school students. Pam; grandchildren Lindsey A service celebrating Sex- son-in-law Chris Green and that would make the flow of traffic HAVE Sageorchard with the mistaken impres- tem. In conjunction with the education process by The evening lecture and Ryan Dauer and Meagan, ton’s life was held Monday, daughter-in-law Kimberly to slow down and stop, rather than hav- sion that because it is one-way entry only, his research, he is also the building awareness con- from 7 to 8 p.m., Neuro- and Aly Ghormley; and a host March 21, 2011, at Niday Fu- Stordeur; brothers Bob and ing them speed through what is basically that it is a one-way street. Anyone whose author of several critically cerning social and global law: The Brain and the of extended family and former neral Home. Harold Stordeur; grandchil- our backyards at speeds that will exceed home and driveway is on the corner and acclaimed books, which subject matters that inter- Future of the American students. dren Savannah and Layla 50 mph or more, and create a safety on that curve is going to be subject to the include the international est or potentially would Legal System, is free and Services were held Sat- Renteria, Michael Green and hazard to any of our children that may be constant fear of a head-on collision or Beverly Kay SUM: Forty urday, March 19, 2011, at Audrie Stordeur; numerous playing in the safety of their backyard. being side-swiped by some hapless driv- bestseller, interest San Jacinto Col- open to the public. Grand View Funeral Home. nieces and nephews, brothers- Right now, on any given night, and er not paying attention to the possibility of Tales from the Afterlives. lege and the surrounding A reception and book Symons Crouch In lieu of fl owers, dona- in-law and sisters-in-law; fa- sometimes during the daytime as well, oncoming traffic and basically driving “During our lifetimes, community. signing will follow. tions may be made to the San Beverly Kay Symons ther- and mother-in-law Har- there are people who use this section of down the middle of the road. we will get further on that “Dr. Eagleman’s zeal Both lectures will be Jacinto College Foundation Crouch, 63, died peacefully old and Carolyn McNeely. Hughes Rd. as a racing area and all it This is a very distinct difference pier. We’ll understand for fi ction writing and pas- held in the Marie Spen- or the Pasadena First United Monday, March 21, 2011, Stordeur was an avid would take is for one of those vehicles to between the south side of Sageorchard more at the end of our sion for informing the pub- ce Flickinger Fine Arts Methodist Church Choir Fund. surrounded by family and swimmer and participated on lose control and end up in one of our and the north side of Sageorchard inter- lives than we do now, but lic about science makes Building Proscenium The- To express words of com- friends. a Wisconsin swim team. He neighbor’s houses or backyards, and the secting with Hughes Road. On the south it isn’t going to cover an him a great role model for atre, 13735 Beamer Rd. fort to the family, visit www. Crouch is preceded in served in the U.S. Navy for same safety hazard would apply if the side, there are NO driveways on the ocean,” Eagleman said. our students,” said Cristina grandviewfunerals.com. death by her parents, Charles four years and had worked flow of traffic was not made to stop at a 4 short run of Sageorchard where it tees into Sagecastle WITH an existing stop Eagleman has been a and Mary Symons of Kilgore, for Deer Park Lumber since way stop. and her father and mother-in- 1975. We feel that no decision should be sign. On the north side, there ARE drive- contributing science writer ways beginning at the corner and wrap- for the New York Times, law, Charles and Mary Crouch A celebration of life me- made without first having a community CB debate team to state of Brenham. morial for Stordeur will be meeting with all of those people who ping around the immediate curve with Discover Magazine, Slate, people who need to get into them safely. She is survived by her hus- held Friday, March 25, 2011, would be affected by the decision, that is Wired, and New Scien- band of 37 years, Bob Crouch; at 10 a.m. in the Clear Brook tist. He also has lent his daughters Crista Crouch of City Municipal Utility Dis- Chu, Truong, DDS & Associates, PLLC expertise to a number of Beaumont and Denise Crouch; trict Park at Scarsdale and television documentaries, sister and brother-in-law Blackhawk. SScarsdalecarsdale DDentalental SSmilesmiles AAffordableffordable & QualityQuality radio programs, lectures, DDentalental CCareare and podcasts. He has rep- 10904 Scarsdale Blvd., #100 • Houston, TX 77089 • 281.464.9440 resented his research on Braces • Teeth Whitening • Children’s Dentistry science programs featured on the History Channel, Beamer Rd. Payment Plans Available Discovery Channel, ABC News and PBS. $ 00 Scarsdale Blvd. Medicaid,CHIP 20. 20% “He has the ability to & Insurance exam, x-rays & off your first make neuroscience acces- consultation sible to the lay person,” Accepted treatment In the Food Town Shopping Center said Scott Furtwengler, LLt.t. HarryHarry ZZamoraamora Members of the Wolverine debate team who participated at the TFA State De- For Harris County Constable Pct. 2 bate Tournament pictured are, left to right, Rishi Suresh, Courtney Hamala As a 31-year policeman - all served in the same depart- and Hunter Bodiford. Photo submitted ment - Harry Zamora is the most qualifi ed candidate run- ning for Harris County Constable Precinct 2. As a 19-year LAKE AT GOLFCREST police commanding offi cer, he has worked closely with The Clear Brook High pline and attitudes toward ing private military fi rms School Debate Team re- foreign policy. Of the abroad to pursue its mili- local, state and federal agencies on various initiatives de- turned from an annual more than 180 students tary objectives. signed to reduce crime and rebuild our neighborhoods. TFA State Debate tour- competing in this event, Newcomer to the team, As a police commander, he has enhanced public safety Why Settle for an Older Home? by directing the operations of units responsible for traf- nament on March 13, ef- Bodiford, along with his Courtney Hamala, was an fi c fatality investigation and reconstruction, patrol op- fectively wrapping up the team members, made a honorary attendee at the erations, fi eld training and evaluation, internal affairs in- bulk of their competitive great showing for Clear meet and found herself vestigations, tactical operations, gang investigations and Save up to $3,000 a Year season. Brook and Clear Creek in the semifi nal round gang task forces. He is currently developing cutting edge At the end of a tiring Independent School Dis- of Student Congress, as strategies and initiatives in the Southwest Houston area as three-day schedule, Hunt- trict at large. well. commanding offi cer in patrol operations and as a liaison in Heating and Cooling Costs! er Bodiford, advancing Additionally, Rishi Sur- Also earning recogni- to its many diverse communities. to the semifi nal round in esh found himself in the tion at the state tourna- Harry Zamora is also the only candidate who brings real Come See How... domestic extemporaneous double-octo fi nal round of ment was the team of law enforcement leadership experience that includes po- speaking, came away with LD debate, which equated Dinusha Wijesinghe and lice budgeting, policy and procedure development and a rank in the top 20 of all to his being one of the Nathan Tamburello who implementation and police training programs. New Homes from $180s state qualifying students. top 32 Lincoln Douglas were ranked 24th for In his three decades of public service, he has commanded This event stresses the debaters in the state of speaking style of public units almost twice as large as the current Precinct 2 Con- (281)485-5958 stables Department and is the only candidate with exten- ability of limited prepa- Texas. Suresh was also forum debate as they en- sive police command leadership experience. Make your PlantationHomes.com ration time to formulate ranked 37th as one of gaged in fi ve rounds over voice heard, vote for Harry Zamora in 2012. and deliver speeches over the best LD speakers at the topic, Resolved: North Harry Zamora Campaign Christina Morales - Treasurer a variety of topics includ- the tournament as he de- Korea poses a more seri- 111 N. Ennis Houston, TX 77003 832-264-5517 From Beltway 8 West, Exit Blackhawk and turn Left, Pass Hughes Rd. at stop sign, ing, but not limited to, bated the topic, Resolved: ous threat to US national Turn right on Hughes Ranch Rd. social issues, fi scal disci- The U.S. is justifi ed in us- security than Iran. www.voteforzamora.com Thursday, March 24, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Sleep Dealer Remember Over The Back Fence by Jan presented Film fans can enjoy sci- ence fiction intrigue when When University of Houston-Clear BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR B.J. South Belt Elementary Thompson Intermediate Lake’s Film & Speaker Series 30 years ago (1981) for accreditation as a member Longtime local optometrist Dr. B.J. Garner cel- Birthday for Natalie Boynton is March 27. Travis Meyer is wished a happy birthday March presents Sleep Dealer Satur- Construction began on a of the Chief Fire Offi cer Des- ebrated his birthday Wednesday, March 23. Belated Stuchbery Elementary 24. Greetings for a wonderful birthday are sent to day, March 26, at 7 p.m., and new gym, a new band hall ignation, an honor held by wishes are sent from wife Laura, family, friends and On March 26, a birthday is enjoyed by Ester Deanne Davis March 25. Stephanie Albert enjoys Sunday, March 27, at 3 p.m., and music ensemble rooms only 17 people in the world. the Leader staff. a birthday March 27. in the university’s Student at Thompson Intermediate. 5 years ago (2006) Flores. SCHOOL DAZE Melillo Middle School Dobie High Services and Classroom Conversion of the existing Three years’ worth of ne- The following personnel and staff members of Blow out the birthday candles for Tyler Coker Building, Lecture Hall, 2700 band hall to accommodate the gotiations rose to a new level Celebrating a birthday March 25 is James Sky- the Pasadena Independent School District celebrate March 24. Glenda Nicholson and Tracy Whatley Bay Area Blvd. orchestra department and ex- as a proposed agreement was Eagle Smith. Birthday greetings are sent to Elizabeth Set in the near future in a pansion of the existing library presented to the Pearland birthdays March 24 through March 30. Williamson March 26. Blow out the birthday candles are wished a happy birthday March 26. The day for a Burnett Elementary cake for Cornelia Oprea-Khalaf is March 27. March militarized world divided by were also being assigned. City Council. If approved, on March 29 for Arlene Sibley. borders but connected by a Dobie High School Latin the agreement would allow Efren Cardozo and Carmen Norris share a Morris Middle School 30 is the day for a double birthday surprise for Betty digital network that joins students took the state cham- Hughes Road to be extended birthday March 25. Blow out the birthday candles for Wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent to Sherry Hollin and Leslie Seigler-Keton. minds, this film addresses pionship at the Junior Classi- to Pearland Parkway. This Debbie Ramm March 27. Horton March 25. On March 27, Tina Jiminez has HOME RUN CORNER connection, technology and cal League Convention held would open the door for two Meador Elementary a birthday. A birthday is enjoyed by Maria Lopez The Leader staff reminds parents to submit con- social issues. at Lamar Consolidated High new schools, a possible San On March 29, Cecelia Stewart enjoys a birthday. March 28. Maria Ramon marks a birthday March gratulations for their sluggers’ achievements for pub- The film stars Luis School. Jacinto College South exten- Moore Elementary 29. lication in Over The Back Fence. E-mail mynews@ Fernando Peña, Leonor 25 years ago (1986) sion and other community March 26 is the day for a party for Bertha Ramirez. Beverly Hills Intermediate southbeltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line. Varela and Jacob Vargas. A raid by offi cers from the facilities. Melissa Hickman has a birthday March 28. March Blow out the birthday candles for Janis McKinny Items must be submitted by Friday noon for the next Distinguished speaker for the Precinct 2 constable’s offi ce, The Clear Brook City 29 is the day for a cake for Jackie Tumey. March 26. week’s publication. March 26 showing is Stephen Houston Police Department MUD board of directors vot- Cherry, UHCL assistant pro- and the South Belt Security ed unanimously to increase LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS fessor of sociology. Alliance confi scated nearly the over-65 and disabled ex- This film is rated PG-13. four pounds of marijuana and emptions by 100 percent to Thompson names solo, ensemble contest winners E-mail birthday, anniver- Tickets are $3.75, or free arrested area residents Joe $50,000. sary, vacation, congratula- with UH-Clear Lake ID. DeLarosa, alias George Men- Precinct 2 Constable dep- tions, etc., to my news@ For more information or dez, and wife Maria Rincon. uties were busy with assaults southbeltleader.com with to purchase tickets, call the Pending approval of mem- and family violence calls. OTBF in the subject line. Office of Student Life at 281- ber subdivisions, the South A resident was robbed and Items must be submitted 283-2560 or e-mail movies@ Belt coalition voted to op- shot outside his apartment on by Friday noon for the next uhcl.edu, or visit http://www. pose any annexation in the Beamer. A friend who had week’s publication. uhcl.edu/movies. South Belt area. followed him home happened 20 years ago (1991) upon the robbery and the two Over a three-year pe- suspects left. They later led riod, Pasadena Independent Houston Police on a chase Life Church holds School District schools were but were captured after they to receive six computers per stopped and ran through a classroom. neighborhood near Mosscrest recovery program Reigning Miss Teen South and Interstate 610. Belt Rita Garcia won the title 1 year ago (2010) Life Church, 9900 Alme- Jay Melton, a 10-year of Junior Miss La Porte Ro- Longtime South Belt resi- da Genoa, is sponsoring Cel- Sagemont resident who is deo Queen. dent Bob Mitchell was one of ebrate Recovery, a ministry the Celebrate Recovery co- 15 years ago (1996) 28 travelers who made a trip that originally began in 1991 director says, “I’m so ex- After 18 months of suc- to Washington, D.C., to lobby in California with the pur- cited to have fi nally found a cessfully negotiating a Brio federal offi cials to re-exam- pose of helping people gain program that can help people Superfund remedy satisfac- ine President Barack Obama’s control of life’s hurts, hang- who struggle with any type of tory to both the community proposed 2011 NASA bud- ups and habits. This is done hurt, habit or hang-up. Cele- and the chemical companies get. through a 12-step program brate Recovery allows people charged with cleaning, rela- Mitchell, who currently with emphasis, through wor- to work the 12-steps of AA tions broke off over the Brio serves as president of the Bay ship, teaching and fellowship, from a Biblical standpoint.” Site Task Force’s refusal to Area Houston Economic celebrating God’s healing Any one needing help pilot a study on soil vapor Partnership, has a long histo- power in lives as people work to be free from life’s hurts, extraction of volatile organic ry of dealing with the aero- Thompson choir students earned 23 First Division Medals and five Posey, Alyssa Gonzalez, George Molina, (middle row) Gabriele Flores, their way along the road to hang-ups and habits is invited compounds at the site. space industry. He joined certificates at the recent Pasadena Independent School District Solo & Julie Nguyen, Chelsea Tajonera, Jessie Huynh, Veronica Tzintzun, recovery. Celebrate Recovery to attend. Topics covered in- Newly elected Houston BAHEP in 2000 to oversee Ensemble Contest. Thompson’s choir is under the direction of George Nicole Cypert, A'yuana Bradford, Tea Ajuha Jackson, David Garcia, begins April 3 at 5:30 p.m. clude alcoholism, chemical Councilman Rob Todd re- the statewide implementation Martin and Abby Seible. Contest winners are, left to right, (front row) (back row) Krista Richard, Carlos Martinez, Jorell Campos, Caxton and will be held in the chapel dependency, those affected quested the Texas Depart- of the Space Alliance Marcela Pena, Giselle Rivas, Lauren Tran, Randall MacNeil, Kayla Petri, David Casas, Jimmy Nevarez and Kristina Enriquez. on the Life Church campus. by someone’s addictive be- ment of Transportation allow Technology Outreach The focus is to encour- haviors, fi nancial struggles, for traffi c fl ow from Ellington Program, and in 2009, was age fellowship and celebrate relational issues, sexual is- Field to the beltway. appointed by Gov. Rick Perry God’s healing power in lives sues, marital problems and 10 years ago (2001) to the Aerospace and Aviation on the road to recovery. past hurts. A new study for a fl ood re- Advisory Committee. Joining Post 490 hosts 21st annual golf tourney duction plan involving Clear Mitchell were Friendswood ® Creek was initiated. Mayor David Smith and Ellington Field Post 490 The largest American 490 serves the South Belt the city of South Hous- a portion of Pasadena, and FARMERS City of Houston Fire Chief Harris County Commissioner of The American Legion Legion post in Texas, Post area, Southeast Houston, ton, Ellington Field JRB, the Clear Lake area. FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS and Dobie graduate Chris Precinct 2 Commissioner will hold its 21st annual Connealy was recommended Sylvia Garcia, among others. charity golf tournament Jeffrey M. Barry at the Pasadena Munici- Insurance and Financial pal Golf Course, Monday, Flores’ class celebrates Go Texan Day Services Representative April 18. 12621 Featherwood Dr., Ste 115 Like seeing Houston, Tx 77034 your child’s name in the This year, the annual June tournament has been 281-464-3383 Offering: Mutual Funds, Variable South Belt Leader? moved back to April. The Universal Life, Variable Annuities, purpose of the move is to No Job Too Small! IRAs, 40l(k)s Thank our advertisers! have cooler weather for Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, the golfers. Member FINRA & SIPC This is the largest non- corporate sponsored golf tournament in the Hous- On March 29 ton area. The tournament is Best Friends the fi nancial source for Tease Me Hair Salon the Post’s support of its Boutique Call For Information is relocating from 12373 Scarsdale to children and youth pro- grams. Pets need Love- 1807 Broadway #103, Pearland Last year, the annual golf tournament used the Bring yours in between Yost Rd. & Dixie Farm Rd. raised funds to support for some youth programs. 281-993-5277 This included high special TLC. Laura Romans • Sandra Gonzales • Jessica Walsh school student awards, scholarships for students and the support of local Same Location 25 Years America Legion baseball teams. Hughes at Beltway 8 Registration is limited, but there are still open- 281-484-9655 ings. In addition to the ac- Students in Domingo Flores’ fourth-grade bilin- Estrada, Aylin Bonilla, Adriana Torres, Ashley tual golf fee and the many gual class dressed up in western wear for Go Texan Rivera, Zandy Lucero, and (back row) Flores. visit us online at awards and trophies, this Day. 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& Printing Eliminates the need for Trent Lilley, a junior at Clear Lake High School, was an exhibitor at the 2011 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. His limosuin steer, Bocephus orthodontic tooth removal “Bo,” placed sixth in the lightweight limmi division at the world’s largest in many situations. NNoo JJobob TToooo SSmall!mall! rodeo. This is Lilley’s second year to show at the Houston Livestock Show. He is the treasurer of the Clear Lake High School FFA chapter. He also participated in the calf scramble at the rodeo and caught the “mystery calf.” Now printing small-quantity orders! Not only will he receive a check for catching the calf, he also received a com- Eliminates the need memorative Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo watch. He plans to pursue for headgear. CCallall FForor IInformationnformation a career in agriculture. Pictured with Lilley are, left to right, his steer’s breeders, Mark and Johnny Lively, Clear Lake High School ag teachers Second Opinions Welcome! Kori Adams and Bryan Aaron, and his mother, Rebecca Lilley, who is the director of physician resource at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital Insurance Assignment Accepted • Quality and Caring Office and is a member of the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce Board 281-484-4337 of Directors. Photo submitted • Certified Specialist • Serving the South Belt Area Since 1981 Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 BBQ fundraiser for St. Luke Casas’ class goes western San Jac South hosts free service youth summer mission trips learning professional workshop The youth at St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church who will be going on mis- San Jacinto College Gulf Coast will also be on Friday, April 1, from 8:30 sion trips and to conferences this summer are holding a barbecue plate fundraiser South will host a free ser- hand to give insight into a.m. to 3 p.m., beginning Sunday, March 27, to help with their expenses. vice learning professional how they have participated in the Proscenium Theatre The barbecue will be served in the church social hall after the 9:15 a.m., 11:15 development workshop in student service learn- in the Marie Spence Flick- a.m., and 1 p.m. services, or until all plates are sold. Dinners will be $9 and will for local community col- ing opportunities as well. inger Fine Arts Building include brisket, two sides, tea or lemonade, bread and fixings (pickles, onions, jala- lege faculty on April 1. Area community college on the South campus, lo- peños). Sausage can be added to a plate for $1 more. Keynote speaker and faculty are encouraged cated at 13735 Beamer To order whole brisket and check prices, call the youth minister at 281- 481-4735 nationally renowned ser- to register for this event Road in Houston. Those or e-mail him at [email protected]. Donations will be accepted. vice learning expert, Dr. to get more information interested are asked to reg- Mary Prentice of New on ideas of implementing ister at www.sanjac.edu/ Mexico State University, components of service service-learning-roundup. will open the workshop. learning as class projects Confi rmation e-mails in- Moore celebrates in style Other presentations in- and activities, as well as cluding a map with direc- clude student panelists in how to motivate and en- tions will be sent to all college prep, early college gage students to learn registered participants. high school, sociology, course concepts through For more information and cosmetology, along community experiences. on the Service Learning with faculty panels from The Service Learning Roundup, call 281-669- the chemistry, reading, Roundup will be held on 4782. and cosmetology depart- ments. Student and fac- ulty panelists from Hous- FIERCE Cheer ton Community College’s All-Star Cheer Tryouts: psychology department will also present at this April 2nd year’s event. Round-table Reserve your time today! discussions with faculty and community partners www.fi ercecheer.net • tgraham@fi ercecheer.net will be held in order for attendees to gain hands- 281.692.1496 on knowledge about how to incorporate service learning into college cur- riculums. “Service learning cre- ates opportunities for Students at Moore Elementary recently celebrated Go Western Day in faculty, students, and style. Third-grade students pictured are, left to right, Jackie Perez, Juliana community partners to Espinoza, Kobe Ruiz and Keithdrick Howard. Photo submitted work toward common objectives,” said Deborah Students in Jessica Casas’ first-grade class at Stuchbery Elementary were Smith, San Jacinto Col- all decked out in western wear to celebrate Go Texan Day at the school. lege South career and em- Pictured are, left to right, Trent Jarvis, Aaron Guillon, Casas, Sedrick Clark ployment services coor- UH-Clear Lake Pearland and Alan Lucero-Flores. Photo submitted dinator. “Students receive credit for the learning that takes place outside of the Campus hosts open house classroom while they per- form service relevant to Find out why University them in Pearland,” says counseling and educational their curriculum, which of Houston-Clear Lake Pear- Associate Vice President for management, while Master Meador enjoys Rodeo Day directly supports one of GGrandrand land Campus is the place for Enrollment Management of Arts degree programs our core college values: reaching educational goals Yvette Bendeck. “UH-Clear include behavioral sciences ‘Sense of Community.’” OOpeningpening by attending the UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus offers – general, criminology and Representatives from Lake Pearland Open House a beautiful setting to help psychology. Saturday, April 2, from 10 Pearland-area residents ful- Bendeck stresses that Armand Bayou Nature Great Hands Massage a.m. to 1 p.m., at the campus fill their higher education courses offered at the Pear- Center, The Bridge Over Body Massage · One Hour $40 located at 1200 Pearland dreams. land campus can also fulfill Troubled Waters, Inc., Foot Massage · One Hour $20 Parkway in Pearland. “Students can choose from degree requirements for the Dress for Success Hous- 10904 Scarsdale Blvd. · Houston, TX 77089 Prospective students will six complete undergraduate more than 80 degree pro- ton, Memorial Hermann tour the campus and learn programs, as well as five grams available at UH-Clear Southeast and the Sickle 2281-464-910381-464-9103 about program and course graduate programs.” Lake. Cell Association of Texas offerings. Attendees who Academic offerings at the Admission to the UHCL WE ARE HIRING! bring their transcripts and university include Bachelor Pearland Campus Open test scores to the event will of Science degree programs House is free, but reserva- Beverly Hills be considered for on-the-spot in accounting, management, tions are requested. To reserve admission. Counselors will behavioral sciences-general, a spot, visit http://www.uhcl. Intermediate be available to discuss degree criminology, psychology and edu/pearland and select the plans and opportunities. interdisciplinary studies with Open House link under to offer NNeedeed Healing?Healing? “Open house is a great E-6 Generalist certification. “What’s Happening at the U.” Specifi c prayer for your needs: opportunity for students to Master of Science degree For more information, call discover what is available to programs available include 281-212-1690. scholarships Addictions, divorce, physical healing... The Beverly Hills Inter- We are here to pray for you. mediate PTO will offer scholarships to any gradu- Tuesday nights 7pm at Life Church. ating senior who attended South Belt-Ellington Beverly Hills in the sev- 9900 Almeda Genoa • Houston enth and eighth grades. ChamberC of Commercee Applications and re- quirement information is Presents available through the Life’s Little Blessings Daycare senior counselor’s office at Dobie High School. 7713-910-080013-910-0800 Deadline for applica- CCasinoasino NNightight tions is noon on Monday, April 4, 2011. Advertise in the Friday April 29, 6:30 P.M. Leader! 281-481-5656 The Gardens 12001 Beamer Rd. Meador Elementary enjoyed Rodeo Day on Friday, March 11. Above, left to right, students Laura Rios and Jose Loza participate in the event. Each grade level performed square dancing and line dancing throughout the day. Parents were invited to watch, and then to join the students in the line dancing. 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For more information, call 281-286-1431. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – Due to Sagemont Recreation Graphics & Printing Bay Area Genealogical Society – Meets the last Friday of each Center closing for remodeling, TOPS will meet at the Beverly Hills month at University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Drive Community Center, 10201 Kingspoint. For information, call Erma in Clear Lake. Coffee and socializing is at 6:30 and the meeting Coskey at 713-946-6049. begins at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.TxBayAreaGen. Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church org. of Christ, 938 El Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for It's time to order SATURDAY, MARCH 26 information. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. THINK Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster St. Luke's Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, NNoo JJobob TToooo SSmall!mall! MONEY Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. 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Continued from Page 1B the fi rst inning before sur- Springs, falling to 2-1. third inning when he belt- and Dustin Suttle had just winning pitcher for the Tyler Winfi eld slammed Salas stops SR rendering a single and dou- Trabanino, a junior left- ed a solo home run to left singled. Chargers after striking out two homers each as the Both Dobie and Sam ble for a 1-0 Texans’ lead. hander, limited Clear Creek fi eld. Trabanino’s pitching ef- nine. J.D. Arrowood and game was never close. Rayburn entered their head- By the time Salas wa- to three hits in six shutout Brook staged a two-out fort included getting Clear to-head matchup seeking to vered a little in the sixth, innings and was never in se- rally in the top of the fourth Creek to hit into three solidify their pitching depth the Longhorns already led rious trouble. inning as Ryan Vruggink double plays in the sixth in- moving forward, and it was 10-1. Senior Keaton Mill- drove in a pair with a sin- nings. Sports news, notes the Longhorns who clearly Offensively, the Long- er came in to close out the gle after Jeff Schuma and Springs routs Brook came out on top. horns did what they have game in the seventh inning Matt Heidt had previously Both teams entered the PISD youth tennis set The Longhorns’ coach- done for much of the season and struck out the side to singled. game at 2-0, and Clear The Pasadena Independent School District is slated to ing staff, looking for a – punish opposing pitching. end an impressive perfor- Schuma came through Springs emerged undefeat- begin its Scoop It Up Quick Start youth tennis program stable No. 2 starter to team The team collected hits mance by the Wolverines. with a two-out single ed after cruising past the across the area. Students attending the second through with current No. 1 Emmitt in every inning, and seven Andrew Phu started the to knock in a run in the top Wolverines 13-1. sixth grades are eligible to take part in the program. Pitts, turned to senior right- of the nine hitters in the scoring for Brook in the of the fi fth inning after Phu J.C. Neighbors was the The program is designed to help get the district’s young hander Chandler Salas. lineup had at least one hit. students involved in the game of tennis at an early age. Meanwhile, the Texans’ Zach Long paved the Students may pick up an entry form from their physical education instructor at school. Cost of the program is $25, having used No. 1 starter way with a single, double JFD soccer teams to start playoffs which includes a racket, T-shirt and water bottle along Santos Saldivar two days and triple to go with a sacri- with the lessons. Student pick-up packet date is Saturday, prior, went with right-hand- fi ce bunt. Continued from Page 1B April 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Phillips Field House er Daniel Cobb, and two The Longhorns also got one game at a time decides in Pasadena. The lesson dates include April 3, April 10, others followed. plenty of production from everything. We’re excited to April 17 and May 1. Each of the lessons will run from 1 Bottom line: Salas was the bottom of the lineup get started.” to 2:15 p.m. the clear winner, going the as No. 7 hitter Andres Ar- The Lady Longhorns are distance on the mound to menta had a 2-run double also ready to begin their Atkinson’s health/fi tness fair earn his fi rst 22-5A victory and No. 9 hitter Jose Reyes fi rst playoff march under The Atkinson Elementary physical education depart- at the varsity level. slammed a three-run homer Butler’s direction. ment will host its third annual health and fi tness fair Tues- The senior allowed bas- off the scoreboard in left Dobie lost 4-0 to 22-5A day, March 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. All Atkinson students and erunners in each inning fi eld. champion Deer Park to end their families are invited to participate in the festivities. except the seventh but each Already up 4-1 in the the season at 7-3-0, good Some of the activities scheduled include jump roping, time pitched out of trouble. bottom of the fi fth inning, enough for third place be- cup stacking, jogging, dance, dance revolution and Along the way, he coaxed Dobie plated six runs on hind Deer Park and Memo- much more. Inside the school, various vendor booths Sam Rayburn into hitting six hits, with the big blows rial in the standings. will include products and services from the health and two double-play balls. Cobb coming from Armenta (2- Butler has watched this fi tness fi eld. lasted just four outs. run double) and Reyes (3- season as players such as “Chandler really has run homer). Karen Treto, Tanya Palo- Rising Stars extend track sign-up thrown the ball well in his Al Gonzalez’s RBI single mares, Niky Vigil and Brit- last three outings or so,” gave the Longhorns a 10-1 tany Hernandez have han- The Rising Stars youth track and fi eld club ex- head coach Miguel Torres lead, and the locals were a dled much of the scoring. tended registration through the end of March. During said. hit away from ending the But the Lady Longhorns the team’s practice sessions each Friday, Saturday and “Today, he was in the game by run-rule. must also do a good job of Sunday, team offi cials will also accept registration. strike zone and consistently The Texans got within protecting sophomore goal- Those registration and practice times will include: each getting the ball put in play. Dobie shortstop Jose Reyes was all smiles after bang- 10-3 in the sixth, but the keeper Jackie Baade on the Friday from 4:30 p.m. until dark, Saturday from noon Overall, just a great effort ing a 3-run homer high off the scoreboard at Magu- Longhorns kept coming back end. to 2 p.m., and each Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. For more by him.” ire Field during the Longhorns’ 12-3 victory over Sam with the offense, fi nishing Dobie has won bidistrict information about the Rising Stars’ program, contact Salas retired the fi rst two Rayburn March 17. He also played a role in a pair of with 16 hits against three contests in each of the past head coach Ivory Kimble at 832-561-1248, assistant Rayburn hitters in the top of double plays turned defensively. Rayburn hurlers. three seasons, so Butler and coach Erica Davis at 832-830-5029 or assistant coach Deer Park next crew are looking to keep Junior Kayla Williams (above) and the Dobie Lady Donald Walker at 832-283-7945. Those interested in With a big game com- the string going. It all starts Longhorns will begin their playoff journey by facing other team information may also visit the team website Cleckleys help in hoops title games ing at Deer Park March 25 against Sterling. Baytown Sterling March 28. GaryWPhotos.com at www.sportata.com/risingstars. to close out the fi rst of three rounds of 22-5A, the Long- HTown Jokers 10U car wash horns now have a chance to The HTown Jokers, a 10-under select baseball team take sole possession of fi rst from the South Belt area, will host a fundraising car place. wash Saturday, March 26. The event will be held from Some may say that 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kroger, located at the beltway and doesn’t mean much with 10 Sabo. games to play after that, but the outcome will go a long Dobie baseball parent meeting way in establishing the true The Dobie Diamond Club, the Longhorns’ base- contenders at the top of the ball booster organization, will host a manadatory 22-5A ranks. parent meeting Wednesday, April 6, at 7 p.m. in the As of right now, the athletics media room. At least one parent from each Longhorns are certainly in player’s family must attend. For more information, the conversation. call Gloria Sanchez at 713-303-9157 or Lisa Man- CB splits pair Prior to heading into ac- riquez at 713-516-7539. tion against Brazoswood, Clear Brook split a pair of games against Clear Creek Thompson paces victory Siblings Yelena Cleckley (left) and Christian Cleckley each walked away with and Clear Springs. championship trophies after helping their respective youth basketball teams The Wolverines defeated win titles in the City of Pasadena league. Yelena Cleckley played for the 9-10 Clear Creek 5-0 as Nolan Dream Team which also placed fi rst. She attends Morris Middle School. Chris- Trabanino threw six shutout tian Cleckley played for the 7-8 Lakers, which won fi rst place. He attends Laura innings but then suffered a Bush Elementary. crushing 13-1 loss to Clear JFD softball on fi re; Sports Calendar Brook seeks rebound Former Dobie High School standout Karima Christmas had 11 points and six re- SOFTBALL Continued from Page 1B on the jerseys of the oppo- bounds as the Duke University Blue Devils reach the NCAA tournament Sweet 16 Friday, March 25 While Clear Brook has nents,” Rackley said. with a 71-66 victory over Marist March 21. Brook varsity at Brazoswood, 6:30 struggled to score runs “Memorial is our rival Dobie varsity vs. Memorial, PISD, 6:30 while slipping in the stand- along with Deer Park, and Duke, Christmas net Sweet 16 Brook JV at Brazoswood, 5:00 ings, Dobie has been one of South Houston has some Dobie JV vs. Memorial, PISD, 5:00 the hottest teams in the re- pretty good players. What Former Dobie High 1/2 minutes of the game. March 29, with the games gion. we have to do is just play School basketball star Ka- Christmas, a senior at to be shown on ESPN. Tuesday, March 29 The easy 16-0 victory our game. rima Christmas has had her Duke who was a four-year The Blue Devils are now Brook varsity hosts Clear Lake, 6:30 over Pasadena aside, Dobie “If we can keep swing- collegiate career extended varsity player at Dobie 31-3 and a pair of wins Dobie varsity vs. Sam Rayburn, PISD, 6:30 is a legitimate threat down ing the bats, and then pitch after the Duke University (2004-2007), played a big away from reaching the Fi- Brook JV hosts Clear Lake, 5:00 the line. it and catch it like we can, women’s team downed role in Duke’s comeback nal Four. Dobie JV vs. Sam Rayburn, PISD, 5:00 Dobie has matched we’ll be fi ne. In our district, Marist to reach the Sweet win. Duke, champions of the against one of the toughest you only play 10 games. 16. The senior guard/forward Atlantic Coast Conference Friday, April 1 schedules in the area and Each one is extra important. With the win, Duke will had 11 points, six rebounds, tournament, has spent much Brook varsity at Pearland, 6:30 has gone 12-6. We just have to stay focused advance to the NCAA Na- four steals and two assists in of the regular season ranked Dobie varsity vs. South Houston, PISD, 6:30 O’Connor has consistent- and take care of business.” tional Tournament’s fi eld of 26 minutes after sitting on within the top 10 teams in Jocelyn Thompson made the game-winning free 16 for the 13th time in 14 the bench with foul trouble the nation. Brook JV at Pearland, 5:00 ly done her job in the circle, Next up for Dobie is Me- throw with no time remaining to lift the Dream and the Lady Longhorns’ morial, which opened 22- years. However, the Blue in the fi rst half. For Christmas, Duke’s Dobie JV vs. South Houston, PISD, 5:00 Team 9- to 10-year-old basketball team to the girls’ offense features a unique 5A action with a 6-1 victory Devils did not have an easy Duke, seeded second in win over Marist not only age group championship, 19-18 over the Mon- combination of speed at the over Sam Rayburn March time of it. the Philadelphia Region, ended Marist’s 27-game Tuesday, April 5 archs. Along the way, Thompson got plenty of sup- top and bottom and power 22 at the Pasadena ISD Marist, which led by as will next take on No. 3 De- winning streak but also al- port from her parents, Traci and Chris Thompson, Brook varsity hosts Dickinson, 6:30 through the middle. complex. Dobie will face many as 11 points early in Paul in the Sweet 16. lowed Christmas to contin- Dobie varsity at Deer Park, 6:30 brother Tyson Thompson and grandparents Debbie Yet head coach Robin Memorial March 25, at 6:30 the second half, actually The Philadelphia Region ue her playing career with and Danny Sales. Brook JV hosts Dickinson, 5:00 Rackley has seen her team p.m. at the complex. stayed in front for all but 6 will be held March 27 and the Blue Devils. Dobie JV at Deer Park, 5:00 fl y under the radar from a Region III perspective, and BASEBALL she likes it that way. Friday, March 25 There are still nine Lady Longhorns’ softball clinic a big hit as local youths attend Dobie varsity at Deer Park, 7:00 games remaining in the Brook varsity hosts Clear Lake, 7:00 22-5A race, but Dobie will Dobie JV hosts Deer Park, Dobie, 4:30 make the playoffs just as it Brook JV at Clear Lake, 7:00 has done each year since Dobie sophomores host Deer Park, PISD complex, 4:30 softball became an offi cial Brook sophomores at Clear Lake, 4:30 University Interscholastic League sport back in 1993. The rest of the way, in- Monday, March 28 cluding a playoff run down Brook JV hosts Pearland, 7:00 the line, Rackley is preach- Brook sophomores host Pearland, 4:30 ing the mantra of focus. “I think we have a legiti- Tuesday, March 29 mate shot (to make a deep Dobie varsity vs. Pasadena, Maguire, 7:00 run in the playoffs),” Rack- Brook varsity at Pearland, 7:00 ley said. “But we’re Dobie, Dobie JV hosts Pasadena, Dobie, 4:30 and other teams get most Dobie sophomores vs. Pasadena, PISD complex, 4:30 of the talk. That’s OK with us.” Friday, April 1 If that is indeed the case, Dobie varsity vs. Memorial, Dobie, 4:00 several other big-name pro- Brook varsity at Dickinson, 7:00 grams in the region might Brook JV hosts Dickinson, 7:00 serve themselves well to Dobie JV at Memorial, campus, 4:30 take notice of Dobie. Brook sophomores host Dickinson, 4:30 With outfi elders Amie Gallant, Kellen Gomez and Shelby O’Brien, Rackley Saturday, April 2 believes Dobie has one of Dobie sophomores at Memorial, campus, noon the best trios in the state de- fensively and offensively. Monday, April 4 Roberts and Ariel Mor- Brook JV hosts Alvin, 4:30 gan are the heavy hitters in Brook sophomores host Alvin, 7:00 the lineup, and Rackley is The Dobie High School softball program, including its coaching staff, hosted a (middle row) varsity head coach Robin Rackley, Karina Ramirez, Aliyah Ortega, getting an offensive contri- successfull and well-attended clinic as dozens of young South Belt area players Amie Gallant, Alyssa Lerma, D’Anne Ornelas, Shalyn Scott, Joanna Gutierrez, Tuesday, April 5 bution from up and down were in attendance. The clinic was also a fundraiser for the program in order to Jordan Hinojosa, Emily Espinoza, junior varsity coach Carmella Swinnen, (back Dobie varsity vs. Sam Rayburn, Maguire, 7:00 the lineup. cover expenses incurred duirng the season. Dobie players and coaches involved row) varsity assistant coach Chris Swinnen, Shelby O’Brien, Jackie Estrada, Brook varsity at Alvin, 7:00 The key then, is focus. included, left to right, (front row) Miranda Rodriguez, Ashley Garza, Katie Lee, Stephanie Buenrostro, Stephanie Cherry, Sara Vela, Audrey Medina and My- Dobie JV hosts Sam Rayburn, Dobie, 4:30 “At this point we can’t be Kellen Gomez, Lisa Brooks, Ceci Gonzalez, Crystal Fagnana, Chezni Critchfi eld, kayla O’Connor. Jenna Medina, Faith Roberts, Ariel Morgan, Julia Ramirez, Shannon O’Connor, Dobie sophomores vs. Sam Rayburn, PISD complex, 7:00 concerned with the names Community Profile March 24, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] Section C www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 7

Welcome to the South Belt- Ellington Leader Community Major South Belt growth continues Profi le By Marie Flickinger one-stop building the other a Science and service station being built at the corner of be built in the $175,000 to $300,000 range. Welcome to the Leader’s community profi le. This While there is no denying that Allied Health Center nursing training facility. Beamer and Dixie Farm Road. The homes will be in the Pasadena ISD issue features items which will be of interest to your the South Belt area, as well as the Contracts are under way for the construc- There is also a new shopping center and will pay taxes to the Pasadena district. family throughout the year, letting you know when majority of the rest of the country is tion of a skilled nursing facility to be located which will soon be ready for occupancy at Students from this proposed new Pear- youth sports events are scheduled, the story be- undergoing a long economic slow near the intersection of Beamer and Scars- the corner of Beamer and Astoria. Various land subdivision will attend schools in the hind some of your favorite businesses and what down, growth in the community is dale and a new charter school to be built shopping centers are also being constructed Pasadena ISD. The residents will also be growth is in South Belt’s immediate future. quite strong. in Riverstone Ranch. Currently there are near the Beltway and Pearland Parkway. taxpaying members of the San Jacinto Com- Don’t throw this away; the information will be San Jacinto College is build- no charter schools in the area. A currently Harris County offi cials are in the process munity College district allowing residents to useful throughout the year. ing two new facilities on the South private school in the area is also seeking of building the fourth and last planned con- attend the college with in-district rates. Campus. One will be a student to become a charter school.There is a new nection between the South Belt and the city Ellington Field has experienced tremen- of Pearland. The areas have grown together dous growth in the last few years in spite so there is not a clear distinction between the of the loss of the Texas Air Natonal Guard’s two. For example, the fi rst school named for Fighter unit. Many other units have trans- San Jac looks back at 50 years the South Belt area, South Belt Elementary, ferred to Ellington Field from such other which is a Pasadena Independent School locations as the Old Spanish Trail site near By Rob Vanya construction at the new South campus – the literacy, foreign languages, arts and crafts, District school, is actually located within the Reliant Stadium. (See story this page.) San Jacinto College staff Homer Longenecker Academic Administra- fi rst aid, etiquette, sewing, guitar, modeling, city limits of Pearland. The South Belt-Ellington Leader is in its San Jacinto College, now designated a tion Building and the yet-to-be-named physi- swimming, tennis and other sports. A new subdivision will be built adjacent to 36th year of publication. There have been Texas Historical Institution, will soon begin cal education building. In February 1992, the South campus auto the western side of the South Belt subdivi- tremendous changes and growth in the area celebrating its 50th anniversary with cam- By October 1979, enrollment at SJC’s three body repair program became the fi rst college sion of Clear Brook Meadows. The new sub- during that time. This community was good pus fairs, fun runs, and other festivities. Sur- campuses had soared to nearly 15,000, with in the state to be designated as a training division, The Preserve at Clear Creek, will then and still is today. This is due largely to rounded by the monuments of history, the 1,210 students enrolling at the South cam- facility for the DuPont Corporation. be bounded on the south side by the new residents and businesses who care and are industries and maritime enterprises of today pus during its fi rst semester, a fi gure which In April 1993, SJC welcomed the fi rst-ev- Hughes Road connection to Barry Rose. involved. This issue of the Leader will high- and the space age of tomorrow, SJC serves ranked among the largest fi rst-year enroll- er international student from Russia, Marin Offi cials from Beazer Homes, the devel- light positive aspects of the South Belt com- the citizens and communities of east Harris ments for any college in Texas history. Continued on Page 3C opers of the subdivision say the homes will munity. County. The service area includes the Chan- In 1981, the San Jacinto College District nelview, Deer Park, Galena Park, La Porte, hired its fi rst female president, Dr. Parker Wil- Pasadena and Sheldon independent school liams. She served as the South campus pres- districts, as well as portions of the Humble, ident from 1981-1997, and subsequently, the Pearland and Clear Creek school districts. college elected her to the board of regents In September of 1961, in three rented va- in 1997. Shortly after Williams’ retirement, cant store buildings in downtown Pasadena, the South campus welcomed the college’s SJC opened its doors to 876 students, a re- fi rst African-American president, Dr. Adena cord for fi rst-year enrollment at Texas junior Loston. Interestingly, four female presidents colleges. In fall 1962, the Vincent Henrich have led the South campus since its incep- Science Building was opened on Spencer tion with Dr. Linda Watkins and current cam- Highway, and students began attending pus president Dr. Maureen Murphy following classes at two locations, 10 miles apart. Williams and Loston. The Central campus was offi cially opened in In August of 1986, the South campus, with 1964, and all operations were moved to the an enrollment increase of 1,871 in 1980 to new campus. 4,049 in 1985, topped all two-year colleges SJC expanded to serve the north channel in Texas in growth for a six-year period. The area with the opening of its North campus in growth continued, and during fall 2009, the December 1975 and the South campus serv- enrollment at the South campus surpassed ing the South Belt-Ellington area in Septem- 10,000 students for the fi rst time ever. ber 1979. The college has grown to include Through the years, San Jacinto College three campuses and nine extension centers has earned a reputation for fl exible, afford- with a diverse student population and a con- able, and innovative programs. In December tinuing and professional development divi- 1980, the South campus introduced a “family sion dedicated to training today’s workforce. plan” for children of students taking weekend Online learning, a dual credit program with classes. Children from the ages of 7 to 12 local high schools, including an early college participated in classes in art, ballet, drama, Artist rendering of new nursing facility to be constructed on San Jacinto College South campus high school housed on the South campus electronics, music, and tap dancing. Above, outside, below courtyard area and a host of support services designed to In May 1982, the campus dedicated the encourage and develop student success new Buddy Jones vocational-technical build- have also become synonymous with the ing, equipped with the most up-to-date facili- school. ties to provide training for the college’s grow- San Jacinto College South has a lengthy ing technical programs. tradition of excellence. As the South Belt-El- In November 1985, the South campus lington area developed rapidly in the 1970s, launched innovative “telecourses,” college SJC began to offer extension classes at J. coursework on Channel 8 public television Frank Dobie High School to provide edu- station. And in December 1985, plans were cational services to the community. In May fi nalized for construction of a new student 1976, the college’s board of trustees voted to center. purchase a 114-acre site on Beamer Road In December 1987, a new telephone reg- in order to develop a third SJC campus. In istration system was brought online, which March 1978, the board of regents awarded greatly streamlined the enrollment process a $4.7 million contract for construction of a and proved to be a great resource for stu- South campus administrative building and dents. discussed plans to start classes in 1979. In March 1988, the campus introduced an On Sept. 4, 1979, classes offi cially began environmental technology program to pre- at the South campus, as crews worked to fi n- pare students for water and wastewater plant ish construction of facilities. Seventeen days operator certifi cation. Two months later the later on September 21, 1979, college admin- South campus launched the innovative “Kids istrators and contractors gathered for corner- College” for elementary, junior high, and high stone ceremonies for two buildings still under school students. Classes included computer Hughes Road to connect with Pearland Parkway, Barry Rose Ellington Joint Reserve The red dotted line represents new road to be constructed in 2011 by Harris County to connect Hughes into Riverstone Ranch. Construction is expected to begin shortly. See related story Page 6D. Base has multiple units Though many of the articles that are published in instruction of noncommissioned offi cer leadership the South Belt-Ellington Leader involve South Belt courses and military specialty occupations for medical residents, the community would not be as great as it services personnel, as well as instruction of miscel- is if it were not for the involvement of a local military laneous medical services courses that keep soldiers’ detachment located a stone’s throw from the beltway. training current. The 10th Battalion is part of the 95th Ellington Airport, now a joint property between the Regiment. U. S. Armed Forces Reserves and the City of Hous- The 1st Battalion, 289th Training Support Battalion, Hughes Rd. ton, houses the Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base, also at Ellington, comprises Army National Guard, which is home to several units throughout the armed Army Reserve and active component soldiers. The forces. unit conducts training and support functions critical The 1st Battle Command Traiing Brigade, 75th Bat- to the success of mobilizing units’ wartime missions tle Command Training Division moved into the newly to include Army Reserve, National Guard, Air Force, built 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art battle com- Navy and Marine Corps units. The unit is one of six mand training center which executes battle simulation battalions within the 797th Field Artillery Brigade pro- exercises for commanders and their staffs preparing viding training support, assistance and evaluation. Pearland Pkwy. for deployment in support of military operations. Un- The 4005th U.S. Army Hospital Detachment moved der this brigade are the 1st and 2nd Battle Command into Ellington in November 2008. It provides trained Beamer Training Groups, which operate as subordinate units Army medical professionals to serve at military hos- MelilloSchool Middle of the 1st Battle Command Training Brigade. This unit pitals and combat support hospitals throughout the was established November 2008. United States. In 2010, 4005th Reservists deployed Also located at the joint reserve base is the 451st to Afghanistan where they provided medical services Rd. Civil Affairs Battalion. Activated Oct. 16, 2002, in for the Afghan National Army. Designated as the fi rst Pasadena, Texas, and relocating in January 2011 to U.S. based Innovative Readiness Training Mission in Ellington, the 451st Civil Affairs Battalion has served 2009, the unit provided free dental and optometry for in support of Operation Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. U.S. citizens in Mississippi and Alabama. In 2008, the Blackhawk Blvd. Consisting primarily of civilian experts such as doc- unit provided nurses, doctors, combat medics and tors, lawyers, engineers, police, fi remen, bankers, dental assistants for Operation “Beyond the Horizon” computer programmers, farmers, and others, CA sol- in Trinidad and Honduras. diers provide critical expertise to host-nation govern- Perhaps the most well-known occupant at Ellington ments and are also able to assess need for critical Field is the 147th Air Reconnaissance Wing, though infrastructure projects such as roads, clinics, schools, when it fi rst moved in in 1917, it was known as the power plants and water treatment facilities. 111th Aero Squadron. It was offi cially formed Aug. 14, Another unit located on base is the 10th Battalion, 1917, but was later deactivated and reactivated when Barry Rose 4th Brigade, 100th Division. The 10th Battalion is a it was mustered into the Texas National Guard in June, Total Army Schools System Training Battalion of the 1923, moving into Ellington in September of that year. Scarsdale Blvd. U. S. Army Reserves headquartered at Ellington Field Under different names, and fi ghting with different air- Joint Reserve base. craft, the unit has served during countless wars and The unit serves as a major training unit of the exercises, most recently serving in the global war on U.S. Army Reserves and National Guard soldiers in terrorism and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Page 2 Section C, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 Legler represents South Belt From where Frequently Called Numbers do school AIRPORTS Justice of the Peace Constable Patrol Dispatch Ellington ...... 713-847-4200 Jo Ann Delgado Non-emergency...... 713-477-2766 Hobby...... 713-640-3000 Pct. 2, Pos. 1...... 281-481-9630 Emergency ...... 713-477-4070 names come? Bush Intercontinental...... 281-230-3100 George Risner D.P.S...... 281-990-0599 Meador Elementary, 1963, was the Pct. 2, Pos. 2...... 713-274-6100 Houston Police...... 713-884-3131 fi rst school opened in the South Belt ANIMAL CONTROL Parks & Recreation, Pct.1 Houston Police area as homes were built in the south- Harris County Rabies/ ...... 713-440-1587 Clear Lake Sub ...... 281-218-3800 ern part of Pasadena Independent Animal Control ...... 281-999-3191 Sheriff...... 713-755-6044 School District. Humane Society...... 713-433-6421 Tax Collector/Assessor ENVIRONMENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH The school was named after B.F. S.P.C.A...... 713-869-7722 Leo Vasquez...... 713-224-1919 ...... 713-920-2831 Meador who served on the board of trustees for the South Houston School BIRTH CERTIFICATES STATE PASSPORTS...... 877-487-2778 District before its consolidation with City Vital Records ...... 713-837-0311 Attorney General Pasadena. County Vital Records...... 713-755-6438 Greg Abbott ...... 1-800-252-8011 POISON CONTROL. . . . 1-800-764-7661 Beverly Hills followed in 1964 and Comptroller was named for the Beverlly Hills sub- BUILDING PERMITS Susan Combs ...... 1-800-252-5555 POST OFFICE division which was the fi rst residential Harris County...... 713-956-3000 Governor Downtown ...... 1-800-275-8777 area to attend the school. Houston ...... 713-535-7732 Rick Perry ...... 1-800-843-5789 Genoa Station...... 1-800-275-8777 Stuchbery Elementary was named Lt. Governor Windmill Lakes Station . . . 1-800-275-8777 after Gene Stuchbery who was the CAR SHARE ...... 713-224-7433 David Dewhurst...... 1-800-441-0373 long-time band director at Pasadena Representative SCHOOL DISTRICTS High School, in 1967. COLLEGES Ken Legler, Dist 144 . . . . .281-487-8818 Clear Creek ISD Admin. . . . .281-284-0000 J. Frank Dobie opened in 1968 and San Jacinto College John Davis, Dist. 129 . . . .281-333-1350 Pasadena ISD Admin...... 713-740-0000 Atkinson Elementary in 1969. Central ...... 281-476-1501 Garnet Coleman, Dist 147 Atkinson was PISD’s second school South...... 281-484-1900 ...... 713-520-5355 UNEMPLOYMENT to honor a father and son team of board North...... 281-458-4050 Secretary of State Texas Work Force members. D.E. Atkinson served from University of Houston Hope Andrade ...... 512-463-5650 Commission ...... 281-983-1100 1914 to 1918 and was re-elected in Clear Lake Campus ...... 281-283-7600 Senator 1919 for another two-year term. His son, Mario Gallegos, Dist. 6 UTILITIES Delbert, served from 1934 to 1938. U.S. CUSTOMS ...... 281-985-6700 ...... 713-678-8600 CenterPoint ...... 1-800-752-8036 Thompson Intermediate opened in DISABILITY Mike Jackson, Dist. 11 Reliant Energy ...... 713-207-7777 1972 to relieve serious overcrowding at Fed. Soc. Sec...... 1-800-772-1213 ...... 713-948-0111 AT&T Telephone Beverly Hills and was named in honor FEDERAL U.S. REPRESENTATIVES New service- Res ...... 1-800-288-2020 of George Thompson, who served as DRIVERS LICENSE Pete Olson, Dist. 22 ...... 281-342-7383 New Service- Bus...... 1-888-944-0447 PISD’s superintendent from 1961 to Ellington area...... 281-486-8242 U.S. Senator Repair- Bus...... 1-800-286-8313 1972. Registration and Title...... 713-802-4300 Kay Bailey Hutchison. . . . .713-653-3456 Repair- Res ...... 1-800-246-8464 Frazier Elementary was completed Statewide Insurance ...... 713-681-6637 John Cornyn ...... 713-572-3337 Municipal Utility District in 1975 and named for R. B. Frazier, a Clear Brook City ...... 281-484-1562 State Rep. Ken Legler at the House dais in Austin former trustee who served from 1947 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HOSPITALS Kirkmont...... 281-484-4325 through 1957. South Belt-Ellington Chamber Memorial Hermann S.E Sagemeadow...... 281-481-4182 of Commerce ...... 281-481-5516 ...... 281-929-6100 Burnett Elementary, named after Economic Alliance...... 281-867-1112 V. A ...... 1-800-827-1000 John H. Burnett who was one of the Houston Port Region ...... 281-867-1112 IMMIGRATION ...... 1-800-375-5283 A day in the life of state founders of Pasadena, opened in 1977. I.R.S...... 1-800-829-4477 VOTER REGISTRATION An interesting side note – his wife’s EMERGENCY INFO ...... 1-800-252-8683 maiden name was Beaver which was Ambulance, Fire, Police ...... 911 POLICE/CONSTABLE WEATHER AND TIME INFORMATION Representative Legler thus adopted as the school’s mascot. Emergency ...... 911 Houston ...... 713-529-4444 Burnett was involved in both construc- FLOOD CONTROL ...... 713-684-4000 tion and promotion of railroads and March 1, 2011, was the ans. This hearing lasted ance Association so they 50th day of the 82nd Leg- until 9:50 a.m., at which cannot be diverted for use knew their impact on the value of prop- GOLF COURSES Serving South Belt for 40 Years islative Session, and the time it recessed so Legler in other areas. After laying erty. The land was sold in 10 acre lots. Glenbrook Park (Pub) ...... 713-649-8089 pace had gone from a trot could go to the House fl oor out HJR 26, it was back to He had also established the nearby Golfcrest (Private) ...... 281-485-4323 Homes are Selling! to a gallop in the blink of an for the day’s proceedings. the Pensions, Investments towns of Deepwater and Genoa, later Pasadena Municipal ...... 281-481-0834 eye. March 1 was the start (Rules prohibit commit- and Financial Services for to be incorporated into Pasadena and MORTGAGE money IS of the gallop. Following is tees from meeting while another two hours. Around Houston. GOVERNMENT OFFICES a glimpse of a typical day the House is in session) 4 p.m., the committee Moore Elementary was the southern- CITY PLENTIFUL! as a member of the Texas At 10 am, Speaker Joe adjourned for the week most campus at the time it was built in City Attorney ...... 713-247-2000 call: House of Representatives Straus gaveled the House and the representative 1980. It was named for Richard Moore, City Hall...... 311 during session. to order so the House returned to his offi ce for who was the principal at South Shaver Controller “THE SOLD TEAM!” Legler arrived at the could begin the scheduled several more meetings. Elementary from 1949 to 1959 and also Ronald Green...... 832-393-3460 offi ce at 7:15 a.m. to a events. Normally during Back at the offi ce, he served as an assistant superintendent Councilmember Sandra & Laura Yandell, LLC 281-910-SOLD (7653) brief staff meeting with his the fi rst 60 days, no bills met with representatives for elementary education. Mike Sullivan, Dist. E . . . .832-393-3008 “The Sold Team” Capitol offi ce staff. During are considered by the from the Texas Workforce In 2003, the new J. Frank Dobie High City Council Members At-Large this meeting, the appoint- House, so the main items Commission concerning School opened to relieve overcrowd- Sue Lovell ...... 832-393-3013 In a Challenging Market you Need: ments that were sched- for consideration were his proposal that people ing. C.O. “Brad” Bradford . . . .832-393-3012 uled for the day were dis- various House resolutions. receiving unemployment This new facility led to shuffl ing within Melissa Noriega ...... 832-393-3005 • A Full-Time Professional Realtor • Web Exposure • Continuous Advertising cussed, items that would This is the opportunity for benefi ts should pass a the district as Beverly Hills Intermediate Jolanda Jones ...... 832-393-3006 • Local Presence • Accessibility • Proven Track Record be heard on the fl oor of members to introduce drug test. moved to the old Dobie site on Beam- Stephen C. Costello...... 832-393-3014 the House analyzed, and people from their districts, Additionally, he met er. Mayor the agenda for House whose actions have ben- with representatives from Annise Parker ...... 713-837-0311 Committee on Pensions, efi ted their communities. the Texas State Aquarium. Morris Middle School, named after WE DON’T JUST LIST HOMES... J. B. and Kathleen Morris Pasadena Parks & Recreation ...... 832-395-7000 Investments and Financial This session, Legler has Now most people think City Help Line ...... 311 Services was reviewed. At offered House resolutions that a day would end residents who both worked hard for the WE SELL THEM! benefi t of the Pasadena Independent 7:50 a.m. Legler walked to for several well-deserving around 5:30 or so; this COUNTY • Remax Hall of Fame a House committee room groups and people from idea does not hold true School District, opened in the former Atty.-Vince Ryan ...... 713-755-5101 to begin an 8 a.m. hearing. House District 144. Around in the Capitol. After all of Beverly Hills Intermediate site on Fuqua • Houston Business Journal Top 50 The chair of the House 12:30 p.m., the House ad- the offi ce meetings, Legler in August, 2004. Clerk- Stan Stanart ...... 713-755-6411 Committee on Pensions, journed for the day. left the Capitol to attend a J.B. Morris was a former board mem- Commissioner- • Houston Chronicle Top 10 Investments, and Finan- At 1 p.m., Legler re- working meeting at a res- ber for Pasadena ISD. El Franco Lee, Pct. 1 MULTIMILLION $$ PRODUCERS cial Services, Vicki Truitt, turned to the House Com- taurant downtown. The fo- Both Laura Bush and Schneider Mid- ...... 713-755-6111 oversees the committee mittee on Pensions and cus of the meeting was to dle School opened in 2006 as part of Jack Morman, Pct. 2 THE ONLY REALTORS YOU WILL EVER NEED...... 713-755-6220 in a straightforward man- Investments to continue help mentor some of the the 2004 bond package. Schneider was AND THE BEST YOU CAN FIND! ner, which is one of the the hearing. On the sched- new freshmen members. Constable- named for Dr. Rick Schneider, former Gary Freeman, Pct. 2. . . . .713-477-2766 reasons Legler enjoys ule was testimony from Legler says, “You can superintendent of PISD. 281-464-SOLD (7653) serving on her commit- the mayor of Houston and take it from me, being a County Operator ...... 713-755-5000 Also within the 2004 bond package (Customer Care) tee. This is an organiza- representatives from the freshman in the House was Dixie Melillo Middle School which Sandra & Laura Yandell, LLC tional meeting. In such a Houston Fire Fighters Pen- can be a very daunting ex- Courthouse Annex ...... 281-481-9630 Re/Max Top Realty opened in 2008 and was named after District Attorney meeting, state agencies sion Board. At the same perience.” Thus, a group of the founder of The Rose, Dr. Dixie Me- that are overseen by the time, the House Commit- senior lawmakers decided Patricia R. Lykos ...... 713-755-5800 If You Are Serious About lillo. committee come before tee on Insurance began its to extend a hand to this Engineers Office Selling Your Home the group and explain the hearing. Though he is not large class and help guide South Belt Elementary, named after Jackie Freeman ...... 713-755-4972 purposes they serve. One on the Insurance Commit- them. the area that it so proudly represents, County Judge Call the Sold Team! of the agencies testifying tee, one of the bills he fi led The group talked to was completed in 2009. Ed Emmett...... 713-755-4000 was the State Securities was set to be heard at that them about the process, Board. It is responsible for time. Around 1:30, Legler the people involved and regulating the Texas se- went across the Capi- how the opportunity they curities. In Texas, the gov- tol Extension to present have been given is one ernment registers securi- House Joint Resolution 26 that can truly have a posi- ties offered or sold within to the Insurance Commit- tive effect on all Texans. Texas and oversees the tee. HJR 26 would provide Around midnight, he fi rms and individuals sell- constitutional protection to arrived at his apartment, ing securities or providing funds that are held by the knowing tomorrow would investment advice to Tex- Texas Windstorm Insur- be even busier. KKENEN LLEGLEREGLER State Representative District 144 Resources The South Belt community is much like South Belt by providing community college a city within Harris County. Everything need- educational and technical programs. It is ed from cradle to grave is here. The area has located at 13735 Beamer. For information, its own hospital, college, senior citizens cen- call 281-484-1900 or visit www.sjcd.edu. ters, two libraries, funeral home and a wide Southeast Volunteer variety of churches. Nearby there are two air- Fire Department ports, a place to get a driver’s license, assis- The Southeast Volunteer Fire Department tance for the blind, a facility to apply for food has served the unincorporated area of South stamps, and the list continues. Belt for nearly 30 years. SVFD has three loca- I amam honoredhonored Bracewell City Library tions, two on Hughes Road in Sagemeadow Located at 9002 Kingspoint at Beltway (one unmanned), and a third located on 8. Bracewell provides an outside bookdrop as Scarsdale. To volunteer to join SVFD, call ttoo havehave servedserved asas youryour well as telephone renewal at 832-393-2580. 281-485-7576. Department of Public Safety Fuqua Park and Ride The office is located at 111 Tri-Star, at The Fuqua Park and Ride off Fuqua SStatetate RepresentativeRepresentative Highway 3, across from Ellington Field and is Street has the capacity for approximately 950 open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 vehicles. The facility connects to the High p.m. For information, call 281-486-8242. Occupancy Vehicle lane of the Gulf Freeway. aandnd looklook forwardforward toto Ellington Airport For information, call 713-635-4000. Ellington Joint Reserve Base Star Van Pool Program Located on Highway 3 (Old Galveston The Metro, located across the Gulf Road), Ellington Airport houses both military Freeway from the Fuqua Park and Ride, has rrepresentingepresenting youyou and independent commercial flight opera- the capacity for approximately 100 vehicles. tions. For information, call 713-847-4200. For information, call 1-888-606-7433 or visit Harris County Parker Williams Library www.ridemetro.org. iinn thethe future.future. The Harris County Parker Williams South Belt Security Alliance Library, at Scarsdale and Beamer, opened in The South Belt Security Alliance gives 1993. Harris County library cards are free to additional security surveillance to the city residents of Texas who provide proof of resi- portion of South Belt. For information, call dency. Hours are Monday from 1 to 9 p.m., Linda Arnone 281-484-4325. closed Tuesday, Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 Harris County Tax Collector p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday Located at 10851 Scarsdale, the offi ce 1109 Fairmont Parkway 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to provides many tax services, where property 5 p.m. For information, call 281-484-2036. taxes can be paid, and voter registration and Pasadena, TX 77504 Hobby Airport vehicle registration can be fi led. Hours are Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Monday- Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (281) 487-8818 Blvd. For information, call 713-640-3000 or Call 713-368-2000 for information. log onto www.fly2houston.com. Harris County Clerk’s Office (713) 944-1084 Fax Metro Bus The Harris County Clerk’s local branch Houston’s Metro Bus serves the South is at 10851 Scarsdale. The clerk can issue [email protected] Belt area with daily service from various loca- marriage licenses, fi le assumed names, fi le tions. For information, call 713-635-4000 or release of liens, fi le military discharges, fi le log onto www.ridemetro.org. death records, and issue birth records and San Jacinto College South death records. For more information call the Political ad paid for by friends of Ken Legler San Jacinto College South serves the offi ce at 281-464-0115. Thursday, March 24, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section C, Page 3 Christ Church celebrates 60 years Councilman Mike Sullivan brings By Matt Griesmyer 50 years at SJC With all of the reli- Continued from Page 1C personal involvement to District E gious options that South Titova, who attended classes at the South campus. By Karma Lennon serves as chair of the Eth- intersection. Upon Sullivan’s Belt residents have from In January 1995, the South campus launched Houston City Councilman ics and Council Governance recommendation, the City of Mike Sullivan is no stranger to Committee as well as Hous- Houston’s Public Works and which to choose in the Project Start Trek, an innovative partnership involv- ing six school districts within the SJC district in which local politics. Since 2008, he has ton’s Water Resource Man- Engineering Department area, it’s not hard to fi nd represented District E, which agement Committee. This studied the area and is now a service that provides eighth-graders could visit SJC to get a sample of col- covers South Belt, areas south extensive experience and suggesting increased sig- lege life. of Hobby Airport, all of Elling- proven capabilities led Gov. nage and the addition of a what is wanted. But if In February 1995, South Belt area businesswoman residents’ preferences ton Airport, Clear Lake, North- Rick Perry to recently appoint second left turn lane. Marie Flickinger became the fi rst female to be elected shore, Summerwood and King- Sullivan to the Task Force on Also in the area, Sullivan lean toward Pentecostal to the San Jacinto College Board of Trustees. In April wood, where he has lived with Unfunded Mandates on Lo- has been working on upgrad- services, Christ Church 1995, the South campus launched a program that en- his family for 20 years. Though cal Governments. ing Blackhawk Park with new on Fuqua fulfi lls those abled students to receive grades over the telephone. his district sprawls across the Some of the largest con- lighting and seeding for a needs and more. In 1999, SJC patrons approved a bond referen- entire metro area, Sullivan likes tributions he has been in- soccer and football fi eld. Ad- Founded in 1951 by dum that funded construction of cutting-edge interac- to remain very active in each of strumental in bringing to ditionally, Sullivan scheduled the Rev. Fred and Jean tive learning centers at all three campuses, as well as his towns, belonging to multiple South Belt are the building meetings with Pasadena In- Olson, services were the new Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts Center at chambers of commerce. He is a of the new $6 million Brace- dependent School District to the South campus. member and regular attendee of well Library, the design of a discuss state funding cuts originally held in a ga- In the 21st century, the South campus continues South Belt-Ellington Chamber of brand-new community center and how they will affect the rage. its tradition of excellence and innovation. The cam- Commerce functions. at Sagemont Park sched- district’s students and staff. After moving a few pus houses the Clear Horizons Early College High Before becoming a council uled to begin construction in As Sullivan is deeply com- times, the church ended School, which opened its doors in 2007, giving stu- member, he served on the Hum- April 2011, major reconstruc- mitted to working with South up at its current location dents from Clear Creek Independent School District ble Independent Sxhool District tion along South Shaver and Belt residents to address Board of Trustees and was a Sabo, an expansion of Elling- their concerns and improve at 12815 Fuqua in 2000. a chance at earning an associate degree while ob- member of the Region H Water ton Airport and a study of its the overall quality of life in Now in its 60th year of taining their high school diploma. Also, partnerships Planning Group. He has been a fl ood preparedness, railroad the community, he wishes to serving its members, the The Andersons pose along with their son, his wife and their children for a fam- with a variety of other school districts across the San small business owner for many repair adjacent to Highway 3, invite all residents to the up- Jacinto College region have allowed more than 700 church is a South Belt ily photograph showing three generations. Pictured are, left to right, the Rev. years and has held a real estate and the closing of two dilapi- coming town hall meeting to landmark. high school students to pursue their dual-credit hours broker license since 1978. dated apartment buildings in be held on May 11 from 6 to Mike Anderson, Kris Anderson, Kristen Rebekah, Jon Paul II, Crystal McDaniel at the South campus. Currently, Sullivan is kept busy the area. 7:30 p.m. at San Jacinto Col- The direction of the and Jon Paul McDaniel. In 2008, SJC patrons approved a bond issue that serving on a number of commit- Due to community con- lege South’s Marie Spence church has since passed funded construction of new facilities at all three cam- tees, such as Transportation and cern, the Leader recently Flickinger Fine Arts Building from the hands of the ery Sunday in the morn- have funded three homes “This is a place that is puses. The capital improvement campaign includes a Infrastructure, Neighborhood contacted Sullivan regarding located at 13735 Beamer founding pastors and into ing service. We serve for a program in Africa for not only friendly, but you new Student Success Center at the South campus, and Quality of Life, Public Safety congestion and safety issues Road. Sullivan hopes to see the care of the Rev. Mike needy and less fortunate; HIV/AIDS orphans called can make friends here,” as well as a state-of-the-art Allied Health facility at the and Homeland Security, Interna- at the Beamer and Beltway 8 everyone there. Anderson, a South Belt we have a food pantry Reclaim Kids.” Anderson said. “We have South campus. tional Business Initiatives, and resident for 20 years. and a ministry to Span- The church itself has a family atmosphere. We Budget and Fiscal Affairs. He Anderson and his wife, ish-speaking people. grown tremendously offer exciting and exuber- Kris, have been lead- All together, we have a over the past 10 years ant services and sound St. Stephen Presbyterian Church DDAN’SAN’S TTREEREE SSERVICEERVICE ing Christ Church for the combination of about 15 in its current location. Bible preaching. We are past almost-20 years, as different ministries repre- When the new sanctu- a loving community, not cares for the local community pastor and parish admin- sented in the church.” ary opened up, the par- just on the surface, but a istrator, respectively, and In addition to their ef- ish had approximately very loving atmosphere Not everybody wants or the best example of cantata on Good Friday have helped with several forts within the church, 75 members. Now the committed to showing a mega church. Some fallen humanity. will feature not just the St. organizations within the ministries are supported congregation numbers love to the community.” people feel left out and One fun event this spring Stephen choir, but also church. all around the globe by around 300. As mentioned before, anonymous when they is a rock and roll party many choral students “We have a strong Anderson’s fl ock. Quite a feat for a the Andersons have been worship with hundreds called “Jesus Rocks.” from Dobie High School. youth ministry and chil- “The church supports church that began in a members of the South or thousands of people. Designed for people who Easter morning worship TRREEEE REEMOVALMOVAL • STTUMPUMP REEMOVALMOVAL dren’s ministry,” Anderson 26 different missions garage. Belt community for the Many folks need a small- love rock and roll, this will begin with the fl ower- said. “A 75- to 90-voice around the world,” Ander- “Olson saw a need for past 20 years. er community of faith event – besides listen- ing of the cross. To check FIIRERE WOOODOD/ BAARBEQUERBEQUE WOOODOD childrens choir sings ev- son said. “Our children a church on the south The past 10 have been where people care about ing fun – explores the times for all these events, side of town near what spent living in Sageglen, them and support them Christian themes present visit the church’s website TRREEEE TTRIMMINGRIMMING • TOOPPINGPPING • HAAULUL OFFFF was then called Choco- and before that they lived as they grow in their re- throughout decades of at www.joyfulservants. PRRUNINGUNING • SHHAPINGAPING Piece by Piece late Bayou,” Anderson in Kirkwood. They have lationship with God. St. rock music. Everyone is com or call the church of- said. one son, Jon Paul Mc- Stephen Presbyterian invited to this free event fi ce at 713-946-4006. According to Ander- Daniel, whom they ad- Church is that kind of April 2 at 7 p.m. There The church is led by Upholstery son, the former pastor opted when he was 17 church, a place to belong will be food, prizes and the Rev. Patricia Clark, FFREEREE ESTIMATESESTIMATES • INSUREDINSURED and to serve God. Found- child care provided. who was a broadcast Headliners • Seat Covers • Carpets found the land off Fuqua, years old. where the church stands McDaniel and his wife, ed in 1957, the church Preparations for Eas- news reporter in Houston Convertibles • Exotic Skins for Bike Seats today, within South Belt’s Crystal, have two children attracted many NASA ter are in full swing! The for many years before CCallall TodayToday ASK FOR 20% DISCOUNT WITH AD borders. and reside in Kirkwood. engineers who moved to Maundy Thursday service seminary and who also As far as what the He graduated from South Houston to put a man on at 7 p.m. will commemo- serves as the 2011 mod- 8832-768-629232-768-6292 20 yrs. experience church offers to its own Houston High School, the moon. That “can do” rate Jesus’ last supper erator of the Presbytery members and neighbors, and they were installed attitude was built into the with his disciples. Every of New Covenant. 8501 Hwy. 3 @ Shaver 713-910-4890 Anderson is very clear on as pastors at Anderson’s DNA of St. Stephen, and believer is welcome to See the related adver- 2281-922-478781-922-4787 www.piecebypieceofhouston.com his program. church on March 6. its ministries have been receive the sacrament tisement on page 1D. on the cutting edge ever of Communion. A choral since. It is a fun and lively place to be! Besides the usual worship and educational experiences that are a normal part of CCouncilmanouncilman church life, St. Stephen boasts a number of min- CHRIST istries that are unique to the community. The Bronson Street Com- munity Garden, affi liated MMikeike SSullivanullivan with Urban Harvest, was started last year to en- CChurchhurch gage the neighborhood in Where Pentecost is an Experience! growing fresh produce, to help supply the church’s growing food pantry and to teach children about The story continues...60 years! gardening. Anyone who wants to garden can sign up for a plot and join the fun of this creative, nour- ishing and educational ministry. 20th Pastoral Anniversary The church’s Theol- ogy and Film Group has been featured in many Celebration April 15-17, 2011 news articles. Mem- bers see current movies and gather monthly to talk about them, but the meetings are more than just lively discussions. The dinners often feature food, decorations and costumes that were seen in the movie. For the last 10 years there has been a black tie Oscar gala with participants award- ing “Oscars” according to theological categories Proudly working with the like the best Christ fi gure Senior Pastors Mike & Kris Anderson residents of South Belt since 2008. 1991-Future Seniors Jean Olson-Baker Pastors Jon Paul & Crystal McDaniel Pastor Emerita 2011-Future American Association of Retired Persons 1951-Future Jon Paul II & Kristen The South Belt Chapter of AARP meets the sec- ond Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at the El Franco Lee Community Center. Jack Kessler is president. Guest Speakers For more information, call 713-944-7182. Friendly Folks Club Dr. David Bernard The 55-plus group meets the second and General Superintendent UPCI fourth Thursday of each month for table games and potluck lunch. The meet- Rev. Jerry Jones ings are held at Cokesbury General Secretary UPCI United Methodist Church at 10 a.m. The church is located at 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281-484- 9243. South Belt-Ellington Chamber Fun Bunch The South Belt- Ellington Chamber of Commerce has a pro- 12815 Fuqua St., Houston, TX 77034 gram for senior citizens. Participants meet the second Thursday of each 281-481-3222 month at 10 a.m. For information, call Lydia 900 Bagby, First Floor Phone: 832.393.3008 E-Mail: [email protected] www.christchurchhouston.com Dozler at 281-481-1238 or the chamber at 281-481- pd pol ad Mike Sullivan Campaign 5516. Page 4, Section C, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 Maintenance & Civic Groups 2 generations serving 2 generations Ashley Pointe Meets second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Meets second Wednesday, 7 p.m. at AMI Management; 713-932-1122 President, Sherry Applewhite Kirkmont MUD Building Sagemeadow MUD Building Woodmeadow II Call Judith Lanham or Cathy Smith at 281-296-9775 www.sagemeadow.org President, Cecelia Ganje Ashley Pointe Homeowners Association Kirkmont II 281-485-3548 Meets last Wednesday every month, 7 p.m. Parker Williams 281-481-2160 President, Joe Bennett Sagemont Civic Club Library, Scarsdale at Beamer Meets Quarterly Meets second Monday, 7 p.m. President, Julius Schindler Call Andrea East; Beverly Hills Civic Club Kirkmont MUD Building Meets second Monday, 7 p.m. Houston Community Management, 832-864-1245 Carolyn Dickinson; Meets quarterly 281-484-4325 Parker Williams Library 713-941-1636 Call CIA Services 713-981-9000 sagemontcivicclub.org Blackhawk Kirkmont III & IV [email protected] or President, Daniel Pearson President, Eric Papel 832-545-4054 Direct call to Nita Haywood at Meets one time a year at end of year. Sagemont Maintenance Public Schools 281-464-8080 or 832-477-0185 Kirkmont MUD Building Chris Lacamu, 281-464-8874 Pasadena I.S.D. Clear Creek I.S.D. Meets quarterly 281-484-0383 One public meeting per year at the Atkinson Elementary South Belt attendance Clear Brook Landing Kirkwood Civic Club Sagemont Recreation Center 9602 Kingspoint Road Schools North Pointe Calls to Rose Rodriguez at President, Ralph Robbins [email protected] 713-740-0520 Elementary Principal Management; 713-329-7100 Contact Robbins for meeting times at Sagemont Park Civic Club Principal: Lena Rhone Ortiz 3200 Almond Creek Drive Clear Brook Meadows Sagemont Recreation Center President, Jeff Shepherd 281-284-5900 Burnett Elementary Principal: Kelly Mooney Owners Association 281-481-3178 Meets annually in May or June 11825 Teaneck Drive President, Mark Smith Kirkwood South Committee 281-481-9729 713-740-0536 Weber Elementary Call Paula McDonald, 832-864-1246 President, Estella Valdez-Davis Sagemont Park Townhomes Principal:Cynthia Henderson 11955 Blackhawk Meets third Wednesday at Parker Haywood Management; 281-464-8080 President, Jackie Little 281-284-6300 Frazier Elementary Williams Library Meets quarterly 3rd Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Houston Community Management, Principal: Teresa Snider 10503 Hughes Road College Place Judge Jo Ann Delgado’s courtroom Liz Hey, 832-864-1264 713-740-0560 Westbrook Intermediate President, Keith Schoonover Riverstone Ranch Meets fourth Monday, 7 p.m. Principal: Rhonda Parmer Calls Kandayce Dudley at President, John Santasiero at Townhome Cabana 302 W. El Dorado Blvd. AMI Association Management Inc. Call Kate Loeffler, Van Moor Scarsdale Civic Club Genoa Elementary 281-284-3800 Meets monthly; 713-984-7205 Properties; 832-593-7300 Beverly McCoy 12900 Almeda Genoa Rd. Principal: Lori Broughton Highland Meadow Sageglen/Meadows of Clear Creek Meets last Monday, 7 p.m. at Scarsdale 713-740-0592 President, Mike Davis Civic Club Civic Club; 832-864-1227 Principal : Tiffany Bennett Clear Lake Intermediate Meets second Wednesday, 7 p.m. President, Chuck Tylka Bella Vita* 15545 El Camino Real Jessup Elementary 281-284-3200 Parker Williams Library Meets third Monday every other month, Ronald Gerlach 9301 Almeda Genoa Rd. Principal: Brett Lemley Kirkmont I 7 p.m. at Sageglen building [email protected] 713-740-0616 Homeowners Association 281-481-2160 Club Manager: Nancy Triggs Principal: Emily Simancas Clear Brook High School President, Becky Manly Sagemeadow Maintenance 281-464-3150 Laura Bush Elementary 4607 FM 2351 Call Consolidated Management Contact person, David Montgomery Villa D’Este & Villa Verde* 9100 Blackhawk Rd. 281-284-2100 713-740-0928 Principal: Michele Staley Principal: Debbie Barrett C.C.I.S.D. Office Meador Elementary 2425 E. Main Street Two generations of Carpenters are serving at least two generations of South Belt GULF COAST CANCER & 10701 Seaford Drive League City, TX 77573 residents through South Belt Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. Pictured are Eddy 713-740-0648 281-284-0000 Carpenter (left) and son Scott Carpenter, who helps his father run his business. DIAGNOSTIC CENTERS Principal: Darlene Davis www.ccisd.net Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology and Cardiac Testing Services Moore Elementary 8880 Southbluff Answers that can save your life… 713-740-0656 South Belt Air - serving area since `82 Principal: Jill Lacamu By Matt Griesmyer The new facility boasts a schools, great churches and service on the website An- • PET Scan South Belt Elementary South Belt Air Condition- lofty 7,500 square feet and great people. When we did gie’s List – a website that 1801 Riverstone Ranch ing & Heating, Inc. has been services a large area. have to move, I knew that lists businesses and how • IMRT/IGRT Radiation Therapy 713-740-5276 a South Belt institution since “The only reason we we had to fi nd a place near they rate as far as service is Principal: Candy Howard • Prostate Seed Implants 1982, even though they may moved is because we ran South Belt. That’s where so concerned. Stuchbery Elementary not technically reside within out of room at our old loca- many long-term customers “I will always tell custom- • MRI Mammography 11210 Hughes Road the boundaries of the area. tion,” Carpenter said. “We of ours live. If a call comes ers that the A/C is the only • Chemotherapy 713-740-0752 Eddy Carpenter, owner were running out of ware- in from South Belt, we are appliance that needs help to Principal: Jackie Salisbury and founder of South Belt house space and parking going to try hard to get that work,” Carpenter said. “You Air, has worked in the air spots, so we moved here.” call. We are South Belt Air can hang a microwave on a Melillo Middle School conditioning business since At any one time Car- Conditioning and we will put tree, but if you plug it in, it S. E. HOUSTON Medicare, Medicaid, PASADENA 9220 Hughes Rd. graduating from high school penter has as many as 10 our South Belt customers will still work. If you take the 12811 BEAMER ROAD and most insurance accepted 4135 SPENCER HIGHWAY 713-740-5260 in 1973 and continues to trucks making service calls fi rst.” A/C unit without the duct- Principal: Diane Wheeler think of himself and his throughout the areas he Some of Carpenter’s work, insulation and venti- Hablamos Español company as a South Belt services: South Belt, Pasa- customers have been with lation, it won’t. If someone Morris Middle School business. His family moved dena, Deer Park, La Porte, him for so long, he is now says they need a new A/C YOU DO HAVE A CHOICE – ASK YOUR DOCTOR TO REFER YOU TO 10415 Fuqua to South Belt in 1979 and Clear Lake, Friendswood, providing his services to unit because theirs is not 713-740-0672 he lived in the area for 20 Pearland, Webster, Dickin- their children. performing well, instead of GULF COAST CANCER & DIAGNOSTIC CENTERS 713-474-1414 Principal: Nancy Flores years. 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Though no longer a technology is collected and music theory. 10120 Hartsook St. at 6:30 p.m. at Mount Olive Lutheran Church at 10310 Scarsdale Faith Missionary St. Luke the Evangelist Round for quality service music minister, he does donated to local mission When asked what he 713-943-2215 Rev. James Burkart Blvd. Call Linda Snyder at 281-332-6952 for information. with anything and every- currently head the audio trips to Mexico if their fre- liked best about living and Baptist Church Friends of the Parker Williams Library www.bibleway1.org thing involving music and department of Friendswood quency laws still permit its working in South Belt, Pastor Bobby Bryant 11011 Hall Road Friends of the Parker Williams Library meet quarterly with sound. The passion and United Methodist Church, use. Meyers cited the diversity Christ Church 9850 Mango 281-481-6816 coffee and doughnuts the fourth Monday of each month at 9 a.m. experience of the staff where he is very active. As exemplified through in the community and how Pastor Michael J. Anderson 713-941-6002 Call the library at 281-484-2036 for more information. 12815 Fuqua Street Mount Olive Lutheran members is obvious One of the philosophies memberships in the the abundance of church- Freeway Baptist Church Lions Clubs 281-481-3222 Church through their commitment of Music Go Round, being National Association of es, wonderful schools, and Rev. Mark Butcher Space Center & Hobby Airport www.christchurchhouston. Rev. Randy Ledbetter to excellence in work and a Christian owned and Music Merchants and Texas opportunities for communi- 8702 Kingspoint 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. The Lions Club is the world’s largest service club organization. com It is a medium through which people serve their fellow man. charity. operated business, is that Music Educators ty involvement make South Christian Temple 281-484-0323 281-922-5673 Owner and accom- music really is a ministry in Association, music educa- Belt a great place for fami- www.freewaybc.com The South Belt is served by the Space Center Lions and Hobby Assembly of God mountolivehouston.org Airport Lions. Hobby Airport Lions meet the first and third plished musician Rick itself, which likely accounts tion is very important to lies to put down roots. He Don and Susan Nordin Grace Community Church New Covenant Christian Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Golden Corral at Meyers has been a lifelong for the establishment’s Music Go Round’s success. is excited by the rapid South Belter. After gradu- large church clientele. One They pride themselves on growth that South Belt is 9701 Almeda Genoa Road Pastor Steve Riggle Church 12500 Gulf Freeway. 713-944-4815 14505 Gulf Freeway Space Center meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of ating from Milby High of the continued outreach employing professional experiencing and, through Pastor Bill Hines School in 1975, he began programs Music Go Round instructors who are highly his planned expansions for www.ctchurch.tv 713-363-2500 10603 Blackhawk every month at 7 p.m. at Golden Corral at 12500 Gulf Freeway. For information, call George Malone at 281-438-7243 or visit touring with the USO. The staffers are glad to partici- qualified to teach a wide 2011 and beyond, is antici- Cokesbury United www.grace.tv 281-484-4230 USO took him to countless pate in is updating sound variety of instruments. Not pating a lucrative and www.bhinesministries.org www.lions2s2.org. Methodist Church Gulf Meadows Church South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce American military bases systems for new wireless only will students learn the lengthy career here, which Rev. Mark M. Pedersen Pastors Joe & Becky Keenan Repairer’s Church Organized Oct. 12, 1984, the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of around the world until 1978 microphone frequency practical applications in is certainly music to every- 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. 8012 Fuqua 713-991-5683 Pastor Clifton Slayton Commerce is designed to improve the quality of the community when he settled back in laws; when upgrading an playing their chosen instru- one’s ears. 281-484-9243 www.gulfmeadowschurch.org 10824 B Kingspoint through controlled economic development. www.cumchouston.org 713-948-0445 The chamber’s work includes strong support for continual Kirkwood South Community of the Servant- Christian Church improvement of roads, schools, medical facilities, transportation, Sagemont Church and community services. The executive director is Sally Mitchell. Savior Presbyterian Church 10811 Kirkfair Pastor John Morgan 281-481-0004 For information, call 281-481-5516. Rev. Allan Brem 11300 S. Sam Houston South Belt-Ellington Super Neighborhood 11303 Hughes www.kscc-disciples.org Parkway E. The Super Neighborhood program, sponsored by the city of 832-865-9354 281-481-1692 Life Church 281-481-8770 Houston, is designed to unite a defined portion of the city as a Easthaven Baptist Church Rev. Jim Kilgore II www.sagemontchurch.org recognized, incorporated group working to prioritize local city spending in Houston. The Super Neighborhood has the authority to recommend budget items which affect the local community. New kid on the block, Jack Major projects the organization has impacted include the repaving of sections of Beamer Road and the building of football fields at the Blackhawk Park location. The organization is com- Morman, takes on Precinct 2 posed of various civic club and community representatives. By Karma Lennon His career thus far has competitor; further evi- Anyone wishing to work with the organization may contact Harris County Com- been as a civil litigation dence he practiced what Marie Flickinger at 281-481-5656 or Sandy Robb at 281-481- We sell everything for 2838. missioner of Precinct 2, attorney, most recently he preached. TOPS Jack Morman, came in in the fi rm of Michael With his background Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at like a lion when he de- P. Fleming and Associ- in civil litigation and a Beverly Hills Community Center, 10201 Kingspoint. For informa- music and sound ! feated incumbent Sylvia ates. His experiences desire to see “lower tax- tion, call Erma Coskey at 713-946-6049. Garcia – a historic vic- as a lawyer earned him es, safe streets, and less Red Hat Society tory during the last elec- recognition by Texas government interfer- The Red Hat Society is a national organization of women over • All the major brands • Installations • DJ services • Lessons tion, the likes of which Monthly: SuperLawyers ence,” Morman has long 50. The group meets monthly at local restaurants and tea rooms. hasn’t happened in 36 as a ‘Rising Star’ and by been poised to tackle The queen mother of the South Belt chapter is Charline Knox. • Training • Repairs • Tune-ups • Consignment sales years. H Texas Magazine as the challenges of being For information on how to start a chapter, visit Morman has always a ‘Professional on the county commissioner. www.redhatsociety.org. been described as be- Fast Track.’ This plucky Since accepting the po- • Our exclusive 2-year BUY BACK policy means you can buy ing logical and level- ambition and the sup- sition, he has worked your used instrument for less than renting it. headed. He has been a port of his high school tenaciously in support lifelong resident of Deer sweetheart, now wife, of the precinct’s parks, Park and competed as are what fi nally coaxed senior centers, roads, a varsity tennis player at him to dive into the elec- bridges and drainage – Let us tune-up your system for your Easter production! Deer Park High School tion feet fi rst. all vital elements of the where he was also a Morman didn’t rely on precinct and of his suc- straight-A student. After fl ash and pomp to win cess. graduating, he pursued the election; he felt his In spite of the recent RTA-Analyze, Adjust & Set Special $99.00 his undergraduate and heart and his actions deep budget and per- law degrees at Baylor would prove his point sonnel cuts, which have University, graduating and that his continued proved to be signifi cant well under the projected success in education setbacks, Morman is 12344-H Gulf Frwy. (next to Gringo’s & Casa Ole`) time frames. Now a fam- and career would at- certain his outlook on ily man with two young test to his incomparable conservative spending Mon.-Thurs. 10-8 • Fri. & Sat. 10-6 • Sun. 1-5 children – Jordan, 4, work ethic. with citizens’ tax dollars and Jack III, 2 – he feels In fact, he didn’t will get things back on ready to take what some even employ a cam- track in 2011, and the 713-910-8863 say was an uncharac- paign manager and was community will continue teristic risk. grossly outspent by his to thrive. Jack Morman Commissioner, Precinct 2

Commissioner Jack Morman looks forward to serving the diverse community of Precinct Two in the years ahead. Together, we will make great progress for the families and neighborhoods of South Belt and the Bay Area.

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March 24, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] Section D www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 7 Mall remains community staple Since its beginning in Commerce Board. department stores has recently completed the 1968, Almeda Mall has The mall has seen been well received by renovation of the mall been a shopping desti- many changes over the our community” said entrances and a fresh nation for the South Belt years, but change is Felton. Palais Royal is paint job on the exte- area. While other malls good. Like many busi- one of the original ten- rior of the building. More SShophop LLocal,ocal, of its size have come nesses in the communi- ants and joined the mall work coming this year and gone, Almeda Mall ty, Almeda Mall was hit re-grand opening with includes improvements still thrives in the com- hard by Hurricane Ike an interior remodel as to the parking lot and munity as a hub of retail. which delayed the open- well. “We think this kind behind-the-scene up- “We know we are not the ing of a new department of commitment from grades like roofi ng and ShopShop AAlmedalmeda biggest, but we recog- store and closed Macy’s the retailers and mall air conditioning. nize we have a vibrant for a year. In Septem- owners shows we are As the economy im- community to serve, ber of 2009, the Macy’s committed to providing proves and with the and we plan to con- re-opened completely the right merchandise success of the anchor tinue our commitment remodeled from wall to at the right price for our stores, Felton said they MMallall Hours:Hours: to the community” said wall. Everything in the customers.” are seeing more interest General Manager Terry store was replaced. In The mall will continue from local, regional and Felton. Felton has been addition, the new Bur- to invest in the property national retailers. One with Almeda Mall since lington Coat Factory with a goal of making thing for sure, Almeda MMonday-Saturdayonday-Saturday SSundayunday 1990 and has been ac- store opened with great sure customers have Mall remains committed tive with the South Belt- success. “The open- a pleasant shopping to the South Belt area 1100 aa.m.-9.m.-9 p.m.p.m. nnoon-6oon-6 p.m.p.m. Ellington Chamber of ing of two brand-new experience. Workers and is here to stay. The king is back! By Karma Lennon Manager Jalal Alkiswany, year, many of the man- joining the South Belt-El- All hail the king! Burger and store Manager Mar- agers will volunteer at a lington Chamber to deep- King, at 10991 Scarsdale tha Armanderiz are look- Muscular Dystrophy As- en their roots in the com- Blvd., celebrates its return ing to the future with sociation Summer Camp munity. “We hire lots of to South Belt after being great anticipation as they just outside Brenham for school kids. Many former ravaged by an electrical are already beginning to the second consecutive employees are now doc- aalmedamall.comlmedamall.com fi re on Feb. 28, 2010. make plans to sponsor year. “The biggest pride tors and lawyers,” says The grand opening local school fundrais- we take is in our people. Surendran, “We offer lots of the new store, set for ers and P.T.O.s, sports We have long-time em- of basics in life. Here, Saturday, March 26, will teams, VFW events and ployees. It is very much employees can learn dis- feature music with a DJ, the MDA Jerry’s Kids like a family business,” cipline and a good work • MMacy’sacy’s • PalaisPalais RRoyaloyal raffl es and giveaways, telethon. Surendran and says Alkiswany. ethic.” Right now, they’re local students’ artwork Alkiswany are very close Already members of looking forward to offering and a fundraiser benefi t- with their store managers the Deer Park and Bay- a lot of life to South Belt. ing Frazier Elementary’s and have a mutual pas- town chambers of com- • RRossoss DressDress fforor LLessess scholarship fund. sion for charity work. This merce, they will soon be When asked why Burger King chose to re- • Burlington Coat Factory build, chief operating of- fi cer Sonny Surendran recalled the 25 years of loyal patronage the es- tablishment had while in South Belt. The people of the community had made the restaurant one of the top operations in the en- tire Houston market – with a gold standard rating – so rebuilding in the same familiar location was the only logical option. Area fi refi ghters are shown above extinguishing the blaze that de- Patrons can look for- stroyed the Scarsdale Burger King on Feb. 28, 2010. While the store re- ward to the same excel- cently re-opened for business with a new look, an offi cial grand open- lent service in the nation’s ing will take place Saturday, March 26. fi rst completely upgraded facility exemplifying the 713-944-1010 futuristic Burger King 2020 image with dual drive-through lanes for SSt.t. StephenStephen I-45 South @ Almeda Genoa speedier visits. Surendran, District PPresbyterianresbyterian ChurchChurch Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:45 a.m. GGRANDRAND RREOPENINGEOPENING If you want to feel the love of Christ in your heart and the fellowship of His loving family, come visit this group of sinners, saved only by His grace. You will feel welcome and loved. • Jesus Rocks SSaturday,aturday, MMarcharch 2266 A rock & roll party that explores Christian themes of your favorite artists. April 2, 7-10 p.m. 1109910991 SScarsdalecarsdale BBlvd.lvd. • Cherished Children A day school and after school program for children • 7-10 a.m. - FREE coffee to all our customers 18 months to 5th grade. • 10:30 a.m. - Giveaway for a $50 BK Crown Gift Card Be sure to come to our Easter Cantata for a banquet of uplifting music. • 11:00 a.m. - Ribbon Cutting with South Belt-Ellington

Chamber of Commerce Bring your hoe and grow with • 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Frazier Elementary Fundraiser us. Get your 10% of sales go to school scholarship own plot; our garden is open • Noon - Team photo with community leaders to the public. • 1:00 p.m. - Giveaway for free dirt bike • 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Music with DJ, Dobie Cheerleaders 2217 Theta St. • 713-946-4006 (off Edgebrook next to Freeman Elementary) www.JoyfulServants.com Page 2, Section D, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 Commissioner Lee: Working hard for South Belt Harris County Commis- economic times. clients in appellate courts. ground of his mother, other and architecture,” Lee said. Youth Activities sioner El Franco Lee’s “Most people under- He also builds alliances relatives and people in the “That formal training and day started with an early estimate the commis- The South Belt area is well-known locally and statewide for through 14. The registration for spring ball is held in January. that enable him to work community. practical experience in all its great youth sports activities and achievements. One thing the Fall season registration is held in August. Visit www.eteamz. stationary bike ride at his sioner,” said Chow, who with county offi cials, com- He graduated from the jobs I’ve had profes- community does not have is a shortage of youth activities. The com/southbeltgirls for information. home. About 9 a.m., he later worked for Lee af- munity leaders and other Wheatley High School, sionally were very similar following represents programs available. Little League - Junior, Senior arrived at Finnigan Park ter she left the bench in politicians – Republican or where he reached the to what I do now.” AQUASTAR Swim Team Teenage boys from the area play in the junior and senior divi- dressed in jeans, a long- 1998. “He is soft-spoken, Democrat. state fi nals as a swimmer Lee was introduced to The local AQUASTAR swim team is a year-round competi- sion through the Little League organization. For information on sleeved, pullover shirt and deliberate and thoughtful Justice of the Peace and pole vaulter. After politics by his close per- tive swim team that registers year-round. The highly competitive this program visit www.eteamz.com/sbhll. tennis shoes to compete in in his speech. He has an Jo Ann Delgado, for ex- high school, he attended sonal friend, the late U.S. group is open to all ages. Contact Ed Mullery at 281-282-0004. Rising Stars Track a table tennis tournament. incredible memory and a ample, is thankful that Lee San Jacinto Junior Col- Rep. Mickey Leland. Lee www.swimaqua.org. Rising Stars is a Junior Olympic track and field team for boys Later that evening, he vast knowledge on a range reached out to her when lege and competed on its ran Leland’s fi rst campaign Cowboys Football and girls ages 5 to 18. Registration is held January through April. was off again to the 5 p.m. of subjects. He does not she was elected in 2000. gymnastics team. He later in 1972 for state Legisla- The Sagemont Cowboys have a football program for boys For information, call Ivory Kimball at 832-561-1248. Sagemont-Beverly Hills need all the trappings to She said Lee visited her to transferred to Texas South- ture. He managed all of ages 5 through 13 and a cheerleader and drill team program Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League Little League Spring Sea- make him successful. He get a better understanding ern University, where he Leland’s campaigns for for girls ages 5 through 13. The team’s home field is now at El The program is directed at boys ages 5 through 12, but girls son Opening Ceremonies does most of his work be- of what her offi ce does and received a Bachelor of state and federal offi ces, Franco Lee Park. For information, call Denny Wranich at 281- have also been members throughout the organization’s history. at El Franco Lee Park in hind the scenes.” what it needed. As a result, Science degree from the as well as Craig Washing- 785-8353. Games are played at the El Franco Lee Park facility. south Harris County. Said Precinct One Con- she said, he worked to ex- School of Technology. He ton’s successful 1989 race Cub, Boy & Venture Scouts Registration is held each January. For more information visit By the way, this was a stable Jack Abercia: “Well, pand the offi ce and give the also completed related for U.S. Congress. The South Belt Area Eagle Trail District of the Sam Houston www.eteamz.com/sbhll. Saturday, a normal off day I have nothing negative to outer building a facelift with course work and post- Initially, he preferred Area Council serves boys from first grade through age 21. Boys South Belt Area Sports Association for many county employ- say about this man. This new signage. The commis- graduate studies at TSU’s managing other people’s may join the Cub Scouts, from first grade to 10 years old, or SBASA includes local Little League, soccer and two football ees. man does what he says Boy Scouts from ages 11 to 18. Boys and girls both may join leagues, consolidating most of the events held in area youth sioner also advocated for School of Public Affairs, campaigns as opposed to the Venture Scouts after eighth grade up to 21 years of age. Call sports teams to one complex. But the 26-year Precinct he’s going to do. There is a tax assessor-collector’s and at the University of running for offi ce. the Eagle Trail District executive at 713-726-6246 for additional SBASA worked with Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner One Democratic incumbent no drawn-out answer to offi ce in the complex. Houston. “I never did have an all- information. El Franco Lee to build the complex at El Franco Lee Park. has learned from his vast wait for because he’s go- “I have enjoyed our He’s married to his high out pursuit to be elected Dolphins Football Currently, Little League, the Cowboys and girls softball play political experience that ing to give it to you imme- partnership for the past 10 school friend, Kaye, and or run for offi ce,” Lee said. The Southbelt Dolphins football teams are for boys ages 5 at the park, with the rest of the complex to be built over the next this isn’t a 9-to-5, Monday- diately if he can or can’t do years, especially with our they have two adult chil- “It kind of evolved from my through 13. The Dolphins also have a program for girls ages 5 few years. Contact Rich Newell at 281-485-6047 for more infor- through-Friday gig. it.” annual Easter egg hunt dren. community activities. Liv- through 13. All home games are played at the Blackhawk Park. mation. In a sense, this day typi- On March 8, Commis- that we have for the chil- His high school work ex- ing in an area that was be- President for the Dolphins is Kelli Gonzalez, who can be reached South Belt Sharks fi es how Lee’s earlier life sioners Court passed a dren of our community,” periences ranged from his ing neglected by city and at 832-444-2316. There is no minimum age requirement to join, but all must be as an athlete helped mold $1.23 billion budget that Delgado said. “Commis- fi rst summer job as a life- other public services is The Dolphins also feature a girls drill team. able to swim the 25-meter length of the pool without assistance. him into a successful politi- called for each depart- sioner Lee has been a fi ne guard during his summer kind of what channeled me Ellington Rams Competitive meets are held at Beverly Hills and Southmore cian and former business- ment to cut spending 10 example of what a public vacation with relatives in in that direction.” The Ellington Rams are for boys ages 5 through 13. Cheer/ intermediate schools. Maximum age is 18. For more information, man. “The same discipline percent due to the drop servant is about. He is Henderson, Texas, as the When Leland decided drill members are 7 to 13 years of age, and mascots are 5 to 7. To visit www.sbast.com that’s required for athletes in county revenue, which here to serve and to make fi rst black lifeguard, and to run for Congress, he join this organization, e-mail president Armethia Carr at agreen- South Belt Soccer is parallel to the prepara- was prompted by lower our community better for upon his return to Houston talked Lee into running for [email protected]. South Belt Soccer Club consists of 50 teams for boys and tion for life,” said Lee. property values during the the next generation.” as a City of Houston Finni- his seat in the Texas Leg- Girl Scouts girls ages 4 through 18. Registration for the fall session is in He passes that concept recession. But even before Other Precinct One gan Park swim instruc- islature. After a successful The Challenger Service Unit of the Girl Scouts represents May. Spring session registration begins in January. Games are on to others, including the vote, Lee in the past projects in the South Belt tor and lifeguard. Upon campaign, Lee took offi ce the following schools: Dobie High School, Beverly Hills and played at Beverly Hills Park or El Franco Lee Park. For informa- tion on registration, contact Alex Dokhani, president, at 713-559- constituents and employ- year has been a leader in Thompson intermediates, Morris Fifth Grade Center, Atkinson, area last year include an graduating from Wheatley, in 1979 as the District 142 Burnett, Frazier, Genoa, Jessup, Meador, Moore, Stuchbery and 6200. ees through several com- making sure that all county asphalt overlay of Hall thanks to his neighbor and state representative, an of- Weber elementaries. A section of Sageglen is in the service unit South Belt Track Club prehensive programs. He departments keep costs Road and a left-turn lane mentor, Willie Clay, who fi ce he held through 1984. also. To learn how to be a part of Girl Scouting, call 713-292- Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Track Team accepts children staunchly advocates that down. on Blackhawk at Beltway worked as a foreman on In November 1984, he was 0300 or 800-392-4340 or log onto www.gssjc.org. aged 5 to 18. Practice is held at Dobie High School. The season youth and seniors’ groups “Commissioner Lee 8. Projects that will start the waterfront, Lee imme- elected as the fi rst African- Girls Softball starts in March and ends in July. For more information, call stay informed and active. through the years has this year include a right- diately gained employment American to serve on Har- The fast pitch softball league is designed for girls ages 5 Arthur Moore at 832-524-3313. That philosophy is used been a budget watchdog,” turn lane on Blackhawk at as a longshoreman. ris County Commissioners in many of his programs, said Richard Raycraft, di- Beltway 8, Hughes Road During his tenure as a Court where he was sworn including the Precinct One rector of Harris County expansion from Sageblos- college student he worked in on Jan. 1, 1985. Harris County Street Olym- Management Services som to the Pearland city a variety of jobs that con- And since that time, he County park at Dixie Farm and Blackhawk pics, a nonprofi t organiza- and the county’s budget limits and the Constitution tributed to his knowledge has continued to be a quiet tion he founded 25 years offi cer. “And he has con- pedestrian bridge. and versatility of labor op- yet powerful politician who ago that uses athletics and tributed his years of expe- Commissioner Lee’s tions, which included a city sticks to the simple rules other developmental-skill rience and knowledge to position requires him to, position as a meter reader, he followed during his up- programs to help Harris other court members. And among other duties, par- and later a position with a bringing. For example, he’s County youth live healthy I’m sure it’s very much ap- ticipate in county depart- local construction compa- a stickler for cleanliness and productive lives. There preciated.” ments’ budget hearings ny through the TSU Co-Op to the point where it’s not are also numerous pro- Over the past year, Lee and adopt the county’s Education Program. uncommon for him to be grams at his six senior also has been directly in- budget. He also oversees After college he taught seen cleaning between the citizens’ centers that are volved in a major project his precinct’s annual bud- drafting and design at letters on an employee’s geared toward exercise that’s expected to have get that’s used for – among TSU’s School of Technol- computer keyboard or wip- and healthy diets. a positive impact on the other things – the oversight ogy, and later held a po- ing dust off one’s desk. He “Commissioner Lee budget in the long run. of capital improvement sition with Systems Plan- clearly relays that mes- is very passionate about The Harris County Crimi- projects, and the mainte- ning Corporation before sage to employees to keep young people along with nal Justice Coordinating nance of more than 600 entering into a partnership the parks and other facili- a deep concern about the Council, of which Lee is miles of roads and some with Blum Engineering that ties clean at all times, in- elderly – all vulnerable the chairman, was created 30 parks’ grounds. lasted until 2005. cluding the restrooms and members of our society,” by Commissioners Court He credits his life expe- Once again, what he the grounds. said Hannah Chow, public to improve the criminal riences as a child and a learned from his mother’s Dennis Wranich Sr. – services and infrastructure justice system and reduce young adult for preparing entrepreneurial back- president of the Sagemont bureau chief at the district the jail population – both him for his job as commis- ground helped him grow Cowboys Youth Football attorney’s offi ce, who met of which currently cost the sioner. the engineering fi rm from Organization, which uses Lee in 1984 when she was county millions of dollars Lee was raised by his two employees to 52. the fi eld at El Franco Lee campaigning for her suc- annually. mother, Selma, in Hous- That engineering back- Park in Precinct One – said cessful bid for state district As a result of the coun- ton’s Kashmere Gardens ground gives him the the county has been ac- judge and he was seeking cil, Commissioners Court in a family of three older added knowledge of his commodating to the team, election as commissioner. last year – with the help of brothers and a younger current position when it which plays home games Under El Franco Lee, what was recently the Harris County tree farm is now a park adjacent to a As the senior member a $4.1 million grant from sister. His mother, who is comes to the oversight and practices at the sports 30-acre holding pond. The park includes portable restrooms, parking lot and a walking trail. of Commissioners Court, the state of Texas – started now deceased, owned a of administration and the complex. Lee has amassed a wealth a Public Defender’s Offi ce, bar and grill with an ad- construction of roads and “The guys that work at of knowledge about county a pilot program that will joining boarding house on bridges, county buildings the park are on top of it,” government. It helps him handle juvenile, adult felo- the historic Lyons Avenue and fl ood-control projects. he said. “You never see Abacus Plumbing Company provides to better understand hot- ny and mental health cases from the 1930s through “My junior high school full trash cans. After home button issues such as jail in participating district and the 1960s. He learned a education – in addition to games, you go out there overcrowding, public safe- county criminal courts. The lot of life’s lessons – espe- my formal college train- the next day, and it doesn’t service and opportunity for South Belt ty and the county budget, Public Defender’s Offi ce cially in economics – from ing – was geared toward look like anything has ever especially in these tough also will represent indigent the small-business back- technology, engineering happened.” By Karma Lennon tomers’ plumbing needs. neighbors in many differ- O’Neill and Abacus will Abacus Plumbing is We’re very excited to ent ways.” be secured as one of one of Houston’s pre- apply that in a way that With this attitude to- Houston’s kindest and ferred plumbing compa- will positively impact our ward service and value, most reliable businesses nies for residential and for decades to come. commercial work. Endorsed by Tom Tynan, Abacus has been the recipient of multiple Better Business Bureau awards, such as the Pin- nacle Award in 2009 and the Winners of Distinc- tion in 2006, 2007 and 2008. More recently, it was given the Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2010 and was rec- ognized by Inc. 5000 and Houston Fast 100 for continued company As a plumbing service provider to the growth. South Belt community, I know fast and Owner and president friendly service is always appreciated. We Alan O’Neill has been started Abacus Plumbing to make sure you practicing since 1977, when he began his ap- receive the highest quality service possible. prenticeship in his home Our technicians have an average 10-15 of Dublin, Ireland. years experience in plumbing. Therefore, Now, his team of com- mitted individuals offers no matter how unusual or complicated your customers more than 50 problem may be, we will be familiar with it. years of plumbing exper- We succeed where many of our competitors tise all across the Hous- fail. Alan O’Neill ton area. Owner/President Abacus’ dedication to integrity and service Sincerely, goes far beyond plumb- Alan O'Neill Proud to be serving ing. In 2010, it launched a charitable program called Count on Us to Care, based on its brand Recipient of Better Business Bureau promise. the fine people of The goal of the pro- • Awards for Excellence 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2010 gram is to award monthly donations of $500 to lo- • 2009 Pinnacle Award cal charities and local chapters of national or- South Belt & ganizations. Angie's List Super Service Award 2010 Thus far, it has been able to help in refurbish- ing a local youth center surrounding communities. through Boy Scouts and sponsor a charity softball league. In addition, monthly donations have gone to the nonprofi t breast cancer organization The Rose, Montgomery County Food Bank, Sal- EL FRANCO LEE vation Army, American 281-489-7200 Heart Association, and Commissioner Harris County, Precinct One an annual scholarship YOU CAN COUNT ON US for graduating seniors. “We just wanted to give something back,” Open seven days a week for customer convenience. Not printed at County Expense O’Neill says. “We pride ourselves on exceptional Texas Master Plumbing License # M20628 service in solving cus- Page 3, Section D, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 SVFD has a rich, heroic 40-year history Historic photos of William P. Hobby Airport built a state-of-the-art fi re station on Scarsdale Bou- levard for the department. The department contin- ues to operate out of both stations to serve the still growing South Belt Elling- ton area. This allowed the department to return the building on the San Jac campus to the school. The threat of annexation was al- ways a major hindrance to long term fi nancing for the department, but with Clear Brook City and Sagemead- ow MUDs signing long term strategic partnership agreements, this has as- sured the department of continued life and a bright future. It continues to op- erate a primarily volunteer fi re department although it uses some paid staff to supplement the times New Southeast Volunteer Fire Department station #1 located on Scarsdale Boulevard when most volunteers are unavailable to respond. It By Chuck Tylka, fi re chief station, and purchasing for needed equipment. The the years and has helped continues to have active In mid 1971, as the a brand-new American utility districts, including countless residents during mutual aid arrangements Sagemont community LaFrance fi re truck, the the newest one, MUD 67 the major events such as with the surrounding fi re was just getting started, City of Houston annexed in Sycamore Valley, came Claudette, Hurricane Ali- departments to ensure an a group of neighborhood the area, took over the fi re to the rescue and began cia and Ike, as well as the aggressive, multiple en- men and women recog- station and the volunteers including a voluntary dona- many community events gine response for major nized the need to have a had to sell the new truck to tion on their water bills that they continue to serve. It’s events and situations. The local fi re department to Houston because they had funded the department in the people that makes the Southeast Volunteer Fire Above, Hobby Airport, then named Houston International Airport, decorated for the grand serve the growing num- no funds to continue the such a manner that allowed fi re department and SVFD Department celebrates opening of a new and expanded terminal in 1954. Below, an airplane being refueled and ber of residents moving payments. them to obtain fi nancing has been blessed with its 40th year in business prepared for fl ight by crews at Houston International Airport, 1954. this year, and it is all due into the new houses. The By that time, the Scars- and grow with the area. many, many individuals Photos courtesy of Houston Airport System area had been served by dale Utility District, the They were able to re- who have given thousands to the many fi ne men and the Genoa Volunteer Fire Sagemeadow Utility Dis- place the aging and often of hours of their personal women who have donated Department, but length of trict, the Kirkmont Utility completely unreliable fi re time to help the other resi- their time and talents to response times coupled District, and Municipal Util- trucks with a new, state- dents in their time of need. the neighborhood they with signifi cant internal ity District 13 had formed of-the-art Pierce engine Nothing gets done unless live in and love. Celebrat- problems within the GVFD to continue the expansion and the fi rst commercially someone takes it upon ing with them are the out- made it imperative to have of the general Sagemont produced ambulance. This themselves to make some- standing men and women a local fi re and emergency area. The Sagemont VFD provided a much improved thing good happen and that who comprise the directors response agency to better continued to operate with capability and reliability for same spirit of volunteerism of the local MUDs, Clear serve the residents. This the old donated engines. the department as well as continues today. Brook City, Sagemeadow group banded together, offi - They also built their fi rst sparked interest in the or- When the City of Hous- and Kirkmont, that provide cially formed the Sagemont ambulance on a Chevy ganization, attracting new ton annexed the Scarsdale the funding necessary to Volunteer Fire Department, Step Van chassis to support members and expanding subdivision, the newly re- get the tools and training and received basic training the number of volunteers the coverage. It was during named Southeast Volun- needed by the fi re depart- compliments of the Hous- that began taking Emer- the late `70s when the de- teer Fire Department re- ment. Those directors are ton Fire Department. The gency Medical Technician partment found itself as the ceived some much needed as important a part of the fi rst response vehicle was classes to take care of the central relief and response help from San Jacinto SVFD as the members... a retired Cook Book Bread emergency medical needs agency during Tropical College when it allowed without them, none of this truck which the volunteers of the growing neighbor- Storm Claudette which ex- the department to build a would be possible. The repaired on the weekends hoods. The Sagemeadow tensively fl ooded the local small station on its campus volunteers and staff are and fi tted out with hose, MUD built a small garage communities. Volunteers to replace the fi re station the lifeblood of this orga- turn out gear and other fi re on the site of their water made rescue calls and lost in the Scarsdale an- nization and the pulse of fi ghting tools while using plant on Hughes Road to ambulance calls, opened nexation. Then in 1988, the community. They are the fi re hydrants as a wa- house the engines and the station as a relief cen- the developer of the entire neighbors, friends and ter supply instead of a fi re ambulance, and the Scars- ter and forcibly opened area, Ayrshire Corpora- even relatives who provide truck. Soon the Houston dale MUD leased a piece of the elementary school in tion, donated a piece of this service and expect FD donated a retired open land to the growing depart- Scarsdale as a gathering property to the Southeast nothing in return. They are cab pumper, then a second ment to build their main fi re point to begin evacuations VFD at the end of Hughes unpaid professionals will- one, and the decision was station. When completed, to the Gulf Freeway. Af- Road in the Sagemeadow ing to put everything on made to build a fi re station the department operated ter the storm, volunteers neighborhood, and a new the line to help their neigh- on the grounds of the water out of two stations serving helped countless people fi re station was built. This bors. The volunteers of the treatment plant operated all the communities. Fund- remove wet carpeting and served as the main fi re Southeast Volunteer Fire by the original Sagemont ing for the department was ruined furniture from their station until 2010 when Department and the paid Municipal Utility District on based upon voluntary do- homes. This spirit of com- the directors of the Clear staff that serves with them Sagearbor Drive. Shorty nations which made it very munity service and volun- Brook City MUD (renamed are truly South Belt’s he- after completing the fi re diffi cult to obtain fi nancing teerism continues through from the original MUD 13) roes.

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EOI Page 4, Section D, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 Norwood Richardson chooses South Belt for work and charity By Karma Lennon by taking on that chal- Outside of his work, monthly meetings of a YYou’llou’ll HaveHave A Ball!Ball! State Farm agent Nor- lenge. He has become Richardson and his Crohn's and Colitis sup- wood Richardson be- a Lifetime President's wife serve the commu- port group. at came a fi xture in South Club agent which plac- nity through their impas- In the past 27 years, Belt when he opened his es him among the top sioned involvement in Richardson has also had offi ce 27 years ago with 50 of the 17,000 State the Crohn's and Colitis the pleasure of sponsor- Fun for the his wife, Lisa, as his of- Farm agents, and he is Foundation of America. ing many local youth fi ce manager for 12 of also a member of the Lisa served as CCFA's sports such as football, UU.S..S. GGolfolf Whole Family! those years. Truth be prestigious Million Dollar chairman of the board baseball, softball and told, it was State Farm Roundtable. from 1998 to 2001, and soccer, as well as dance who selected South Belt In addition to these president of the Hous- and cheerleading teams. as his market, but it was honors, Richardson has ton chapter from 2007 to Since his big move to & GGamesames Richardson who chose been Rotary Club presi- 2010. a new offi ce last June, to stay. It was his en- dent for multiple terms, This, and her many which was an enormous trepreneurial spirit that an active member of other charitable efforts, yet exciting undertaking, prompted him to open various insurance and earned her the title of Richardson has focused Indoor Family Fun his doors. He wanted to fi nancial service organi- one of Houston's 10 on expanding his agen- see what he could ac- zations and was a char- Women of Distinction for cy within the greater Bay complish as a business ter member of the South 2011. The Richardsons Area and looks forward owner and has experi- Belt-Ellington Chamber also donate the State to continued service in enced immense success of Commerce. Farm offi ce space for the South Belt area. • Baseball & Softball U.S. Golf & Games excites community Batting Cages By Karma Lennon Thermon St., by Almeda U.S. Golf & Games’ exis- The support of South In 1984, Neal Andrasko Mall, the facility is eas- tence, Neal and the staff Belt residents has enabled brought family fun to ily accessible and boasts have been overjoyed at U.S. Golf & Games to not • Miniature Golf South Belt in the form of enough activities to satisfy the opportunities they’ve only keep its doors open, U.S. Golf & Games, and visitors of any age, includ- had to support many local but double in size and for the last 26 years, his ing baseball and softball youth organizations like add new attractions to its • Go-Karts establishment has been batting cages, miniature Little League, Pony, Colt, original lineup. integral in keeping the golf, go-karts, and arcade high school and church The entire Golf and entire Houston metro games. Also available teams, soccer, football, Games staff has enjoyed area swinging. According are special party pack- and basketball teams, the success and friend- • Arcade Games to Neal, the vision for ages for any occasion. cheerleaders, high school ships found by being a DAN’S TREE SERVICE U.S. Golf & Games was Planning a visit is made bands and orchestras, as South Belt business and “to provide a fun, clean, even easier because the well as national organi- hopes to entice and enter- • Open Everyday and safe environment for facility is open late every zations with local chap- tain a new generation of families to enjoy and be day, including major holi- ters, like Boy Scouts of South Belters through together.” days. America and Shriners continued involvement in • Special Birthdayy Lisa, Norwood and Rocco Richardson Situated at 10106 Over the course of Children’s Hospital. the community. 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StLukesPMC.com Page 5, Section D, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 South Belt area Churches South Belt area Parks Bibleway Fellowship Baptist Church 13100 Beamer Rev. Jim Kilgore II One of the major attractions of the South Belt-Ellington classes, arts and crafts, dance, gardening and monthly bus trips. Hours of operation are Pastor Ivory Varner 281-922-5520 9900 Almeda Genoa community is the many varied recreational areas. For infor- Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information call the park staff 10120 Hartsook St. www.easthavenchurch.org 713-910-1911 mation call Harris County, Precinct I at 713-440-1587. at 281-464-9708. Nonprofit meetings can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 6 to 9 713-943-2215 Faith Missionary Baptist Church www.life.cc Beverly Hills Park & Pool p.m. For information, call Stephanie Gilder at 281-464-9708 or e-mail stephanie_gilder@cp1. www.bibleway1.org Pastor Bobby Bryant St. Luke the Evangelist The pool and park are located at 10201 Kingspoint. Use hctx.net. Christ Church 9850 Mango Rev. James Burkart of the outside park facilities is free. Rooms may be rented. Pastor Michael J. Anderson 713-941-6002 11011 Hall Road For park information, call 713-948-9065. For pool informa- Frankie Carter Randolph Park 12815 Fuqua Street 281-481-6816 Frankie Carter Randolph Park, 5100 FM 2351, contains 73 acres. The park features a Freeway Baptist Church tion, call 713-948-9063. 281-481-3222 Mount Olive Lutheran Church barbecue pavilion, shelter, tennis courts, two baseball fields and a volleyball court. To reserve Rev. Mark Butcher Bishop Park www.christchurchhouston.com Rev. Randy Ledbetter This 7-acre park is located in Sageglen on Blackhawk. the barbecue pavilion or shelter, call 713-440-1587. Christian Temple Assembly of God 8702 Kingspoint 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. 281-484-0323 Volleyball, baseball and soccer facilities are available. Call Don and Susan Nordin 281-922-5673 Highland Meadow Park & Pool www.freewaybc.com 281-484-1562 for information. 9701 Almeda Genoa Road mountolivehouston.org Playground equipment is available. There is a picnic area available for family enjoy- Grace Community Church 713-944-4815 New Covenant Christian Church ment. Highland Meadow Pool opens in May and closes with the beginning of school. Pastor Steve Riggle Clear Brook City Park www.ctchurch.tv Pastor Bill Hines The 10-acre park on Scarsdale includes picnic areas, a Cokesbury United Methodist Church 14505 Gulf Freeway 10603 Blackhawk South Belt Hike and Bike Trail 713-363-2500 hike and bike trail with exercise stations and baseball and Rev. Mark M. Pedersen 281-484-4230 soccer fields. Call 281-484-1562 for information. The trail begins at 10700 Blackhawk. An asphalt parking lot is located at the start of the 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. www.grace.tv www.bhinesministries.org trail and at the midway point at Scarsdale and Blackhawk. Gulf Meadows Church 281-484-9243 Repairer’s Church There is a paved parking lot adjacent to the trail in Clear Brook City M.U.D.’s Bishop Pastors Joe and Becky Keenan El Franco Lee Park www.cumchouston.org Pastor Clifton Slayton The park has children’s play equipment, restrooms, Park on Blackhawk. Community of the Servant-Savior 8012 Fuqua 10824 B Kingspoint 713-991-5683 a pavilion and various facilities. EFL Park is located off Presbyterian Church 713-948-0445 Beltway 8, just south of Blackhawk, at 9500 Hall Road. Kirkmont Park www.gulfmeadowschurch.org Sagemont Church Kirkmont Park is located at Blackhawk and Hall Road. There are benches, a walking Rev. Allan Brem Kirkwood South Christian Church For information, call 713-440-1587. The park now Pastor John Morgan trail, and water park. 11303 Hughes 10811 Kirkfair includes a 10,000-square-foot community center. The build- 11300 S. Sam Houston Parkway E. Kirkwood South Park 832-865-9354 or 281-481-1692 281-481-0004 ing features a meeting room with full audio and video. The 281-481-8770 Kirkwood South Park, located at 10700 Sagetrail, is 3.5 acres. The park features two Easthaven Baptist Church www.kscc-disciples.org center caters to area seniors and nonprofit organizations. www.sagemontchurch.org lighted tennis courts, playground equipment, a water fountain, two adult swinging benches, Kevin Rizer Life Church Senior activities are scheduled daily and consist of exercise two covered shelters, a backstop, a quarter-mile walking/jogging asphalt trail, security light- ing, picnic tables and barbecue pits. For reservations, call 713-440-1587.

Sageglen Park & Pool Sageglen Park is located on Sageyork at Sagegreen. Tennis courts, playground equipment and a swimming pool are available. The pool opens in May and closes with the beginning of school. Sageglen Pool requires membership and is open only to Sageglen residents. Call 281- 481-6578 for pool information and the Homeowners Association 281-481-2160 for informa- tion on the park. Sagemeadow Park Sagemeadow Park, 11200 block of Sageyork, is 3.5 acres. The park has two lighted ten- nis courts. Playground equipment is available with water fountains and security lighting. A lighted basketball court with covered rest shelter is provided. A backstop and 1/4-mile walking/jogging asphalt trail, picnic tables and barbecue pits are also available. For informa- tion, call 713-440-1587. Sagemont Recreation Center & Pool Sagemont Pool at 11507 Hughes Road was renovated during 2006. Year-round sports are offered for ages 4 and up. For information, call 281-922-2343. The center has a free tennis program. Park Manor serves South Belt 12 years

By Karma Lennon Park Manor is a mem- raderie that isn’t common Since late 1999, Park ber of South Belt-Elling- anymore. Manor has been provid- ton Chamber of Com- In keeping with this Above, the founders of Central Hardware, Louis and ing skilled nursing, reha- merce, as well as many tightly knit atmosphere, Beth Williams, and to the right, left to right are sons and bilitation and long-term reputable medical organi- Park Manor will start hold- daughter, Ron, Sandra and Mike Williams. care to South Belters in zations like CAP of Pear- ing conferences in a town need. Healthmark Group, land and CAP of Clear hall fashion to encourage the corporation that owns Lake, AHCA and THCA. residents and families to and operates the Park Brad Janacek, admis- ask questions and be- Manor establishments, sions director, and Don- come more involved in Williams family has long tradition of serving South Belt saw a lack of care facili- na Banks, admissions resident welfare. Since 1979 when Lou- the corner of Beamer and opened throughout the Williams children: Ron, children, although Beth, pearance in the stores, ties in the community and coordinator, say South For additional informa- is and Beth Williams de- Hughes Road. following decades. Mike and Sandra. Their often referred to by the checking to make sure all decided to step up to the Belt is the perfect setting tion, visit www.parkman cided to fi ll their time with This store opened Now four stores, lo- parents helped guide staff as “Mom,” still makes is happening to the stan- challenge. for an establishment like or-southbelt.com or call a new endeavor, Central June 1, 1979. cated in South Belt, them in the direction of an appearance from time dards that the customers The 120-bed facility, lo- Park Manor for the sense 281-922-6802. Hardware, Inc. has been In 1985, it was re- Rosenberg, Clear Lake operating their business, to time. expect. cated at 11902 Resource of community and cama- Parkway, one street north a South Belt institution. placed with the current and Cypress, are part from sweeping the fl oors She is offi cially retired Louis died in August of of Memorial Hermann The fi rst store the Wil- South Belt location also of the Central Hardware to implementing planned but still assists with offi ce 2007, but the values that Southeast Hospital, of- Almeda Car Wash & Lube liamses opened was lo- on Beamer, just south family and are all under growth strategies. and accounting functions he instilled in running the fers 24-hour nursing CAR WASH SPECIAL cated on Beamer Road, of the beltway. It was to the operation and own- The reins of the com- part time and is known stores have not wavered. care, meals planned by a C Coupon o n 50% off wash packages Reg. $14.99 & up,

at the shopping center at be the fi rst of four stores ership of three of the pany now rest with the to make a surprise ap- His value-oriented and u trained and registered di- o p customer-fi rst business p o etitian, social activities for u with coupon $7.50 & up n philosophies are his leg- o

residents, and extensive C Coupon acy and continue to this physical, occupational 7713-518-168313-518-1683 day through his wife and and speech therapy in a children. 10126 Almeda Genoa Rd. Mon-Sat 8 am-7 pm comfortable and familiar Gift Certifi cates Available Sun 9 am-6 pm Central Shortly after opening homelike atmosphere. the current South Belt location, Louis signed up as the fi rst non-founding Hardware Hardware Hardware member of the South Belt Chamber of Commerce. Beth served as a member of the chamber Serving the South Belt Area Since 1979 board of directors for a number of years. Visit The Helpful Place at www.centralacetexas.com Together, as a family, the Williamses mutually participated in guiding a • Cut & Thread Pipe • Hardware small single store busi- • Lumber • Electrical ness into a successful four-store chain in one • Tubing Flared • Paint & Sundries of the most competitive retail business environ- • Cleaning Supplies • Locks Rekeyed ments. Ron, Mike, and San- • Tool Rentals • Key Cuts dra continue with the business philosophy in- • Garden Center • Screening stilled in them by their parents - placing value and customers fi rst. Ron went to J. Frank Dobie High School and • Copies • Plumbing • Hand & Power Tools • Lawn & Garden Supplies graduated in 1971 then • Computerized Paint Matching • Glass & Plexiglass Cut to Size attended the University of Houston, graduating with Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation • Screening - Insect and Solar Screens a B. S. in math in 1977. He worked for Gates Personalized Care & Attention Made and Repaired - Home Service Available Rubber Co. for a few years before deciding to Conveniently Located Across From assist his parents in the opening and operation of Memorial Hermann S.E. Hospital the hardware store. CentralC Hardware In 1975, Mike also graduated from Dobie, 11676 Beamer Open 7 Days moving on to get an as- Mon.-Fri.Fri. 8-8-88 sociate degree from San a Week Jacinto College. • 24 Hour Nursing Care 281-481-6482 Sat. 8-6 • Sun. 9-9-55 He worked in the oil industry in the early `80s • Meals Planned By A Registered Dietician Servingng the SoSouthut Belt Area since 1979 • Member South Belt-Ellington ChamberbfC of Commerce and then decided to work in managing the sales • Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy fl oor and equipment ser- vice department for the • Homelike Atmosphere Williams Family ACE stores serve other communities too! hardware store. In 1976, Sandra, the • Planned Activities only Williams daughter, Rosenberg since 1999 Cypress since 2007 Clear Lake since 2006 also graduated from Do- bie and then earned a bachelor’s degree in ac- counting from the Univer- Medicare * Medicaid sity of Houston in 1981. Shortly after graduation, Private * Insurance she joined the rest of the family at Central Hard- ware. A fourth Williams, 11902 Resource Parkway John, decided to go a dif- ferent direction, which led (near Memorial Hermann SE Hospital) him to Tennessee, where 3714 Avenue I, Rosenberg 13140 Louetta Rd., Cypress 2422 Bay Area Blvd., Houston he also shares the fami- 281-922-6802 • Fax: 281-922-6804 281-342-5458 281-655-9990 281-286-2400 ly’s entrepreneurial spirit, operating his own oil re- www.parkmanor-southbelt.com cycling business. Page 6 Section D, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 24, 2011 II Brothers Serene Wellness Spa Sagemont cross impacts people A Place to Relax By James Bolen both members and non- Eugenia Marie Sackey, BA (HONS), LMT, MMP The massive cross on members alike since the ~ Pasta ~ the grounds of Sagemont cross was erected, tell- 12123 Sabo Rd. · 281-922-1044 Taking Care of the Community Church has proved inspi- ing him how the structure since 1998 rational for many of South has inspired them. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. • Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Belt’s faithful, as well as “It is so beautiful,” read Can you think of a place that is beautiful, serene and peaceful? Can Closed Sundays others who merely com- one letter. “What a great you think of a place where lavender walls, green and sea-blue hues mute through the area. way to start and end my and music create harmony and calmness for the mind and soul? Completed in Febru- workday. The cross says Proudly Serving the Can you think of a place where therapists work from their hearts ary 2009, the structure so much, and the mes- to bring relaxation and healing to the body? Yes, come to Serene stands 170 feet tall with sage is there. You can’t South Belt area Wellness Spa where your day will be tranquil, serene and stress free. a span of 60 feet at the get that out of a billboard, horizontal beam. ever.” with great Italian food It is made of painted While the cross is vis- * Spring Special * steel and weighs 90 ible from the Gulf Free- for 9 years. tons. way, many drivers said $5 OFF ANY SERVICE The purpose of the they have changed their cross is to positively in- routes to work so they Come see us! through 4-30-11 spire passing drivers, can get a better view as Not to be combined with any other special offer according to the Rev. Dr. they travel down Beltway John D. Morgan of Sa- 8. Orders To-Go gemont, who headed the Many of the collected Party Pans • Family Meals Call 281-464-8322 project. letters tell of drivers who 10851 Scarsdale (at Beamer), Suite 740 “Everyone who drives are dealing with hard- available with advance notice by will be reminded how ships feeling blessed as www.serenewellness.net much God loves them,” they drive past the struc- www.twobrotherspasta.com he said. ture. Morgan estimates “I was very, very de- roughly 1 million drivers pressed over the loss of see the structure each my best friend a couple week. Like all other Sa- of weeks ago,” wrote one gemont Church projects, nonmember. “I got in my the cross was built debt- car and just started to free. drive down 45. As the Morgan declined to put tears rolled down my face a monetary price tag on and my heart was about the structure, but humbly to burst, I saw the cross! said, “It cost God his son I pulled over on the free- and Jesus his life.” way and began to praise The cross is lit at night, God for this vision that I allowing it to be seen for was given through your several miles in any di- church. Despite what rection. some nonbelievers may The cross is part of an say, this was truly a bless- extensive renovation and ing to me when I needed beautifi cation project at it most.” the church. Morgan said the sight Other plans call for a of the cross prevented new sanctuary, an edu- another individual from cational space and exten- committing suicide, as sive landscaping. In all, the intersection of Belt- the renovations will pro- way 8 and the Gulf Free- vide 115,000 square feet way has been the site of of new building space. two such deaths in the Morgan has received years prior to the cross’s hundreds of letters from construction.

The Rev. John Morgan oversees placement of the fi nal piece of the cross. SOUTH BELT Hughes, Barry Rose to connect CHIROPRACTIC Despite a few setbacks, plans to extend Hughes Road west of Blackhawk into Pearland are now moving forward. (See related map Page 1C.) CLINIC The expansion will allow South Belt residents easier access to Pearland Parkway and Highway 288 and vice versa. The proposed construction has made news in recent weeks, as it will be Jane Noojin, D.C. the site for a new subdivision. The Preserve at Clear Creek will be located Doctor of Chiropractic east of Pearland Parkway, just west of the Clear Brook Meadows subdivi- Acupuncturist sion. Harris County is responsible for extending Hughes Road 300 feet beyond Melillo Middle School (the Pearland city limits), while the City of Pearland is responsible for the extension west of Pearland Parkway (referred to as Barry 281.481.4492 Rose on this side). fax 281.481.6782 While technically located in the City of Pearland, the stretch of road be- tween these two areas is to be fi nished by Beazer Homes, the developer of www.southbeltcc.com the subdivision. Construction bids for the Harris County portion of the road went out on Dec. 1 and were received by Monday, Jan. 24, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Project Coordinator Larry Allen. 12609 N. Featherwood Work will begin soon on the area thoroughfare and is scheduled to be complete by the end of the year. Houston, Texas 77034 SSouthouth BBeltelt GGraphicsraphics & PrintingPrinting One stop for all your printing needs • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes • Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes • Menus • Directories and much more! 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337

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