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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, May 28, 2020 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 45, No. 18 Memorial drive-thru set The St. Luke Social Services Ministry is hav- ing a Produce Distribution Drive-Thru in memo- Hurricane season begins Monday, June 1 ry of Marcia Birsinger; sponsored by the DiMare Produce. The distribution will be drive-thru and The 2020 hurricane season will begin Mon- the offi cial beginning of hurricane season. In the case of a Category 4 or 5 storm, those tions will likely be put into effect to expedite the will take place Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to day, June 1, and will continue through Nov. 30. South Belt residents should plan accordingly, residing in ZIP-Zone C are urged to evacuate fl ow of traffi c. 2 p.m. or until food runs out. The drive-thru will In their annual forecast, meteorologists with in the event that a major storm should strike the by traveling west on Interstate 10 or by heading On Interstate 10, eastbound lanes would be be a set traffi c fl ow path so follow onsite volun- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- area. The Harris County Offi ce of Homeland Se- north on Interstate 45 and highways 290 and 59. reversed at FM 359 in Brookshire, just east of teers’ directions. View map of the traffi c fl ow at tion (NOAA) predicted nine to 16 named storms curity and Emergency Management (OHSEM), OHSEM warns against traveling east, as it Sealy. The contrafl ow lanes will end at Loop the church’s website www.stlukescatholic.com. (winds of 39 mph or higher), including four to working in conjunction with the City of Hous- will take evacuees closer to the coast and into the 1604 in San Antonio. eight hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher). ton and the State of Texas, has issued evacuation more vulnerable ZIP-Zone B. Southbound lanes on Interstate 45 would be Of the hurricanes, four are predicted to be major routes for community members, should the need Should the Texas Department of Public Safety reversed north of Highway 242, just south of Motorcycle victim identifi ed hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph arise to leave town. issue a mandatory evacuation, contrafl ow opera- Continued on Page 8 The identity of the motorcyclist killed in a or higher) this season. Experts say this a more ac- The South Belt area, including ZIP codes May 18 crash in the 10700 block of Fuqua has tive season than average, with one named storm, 77089 and 77075, is located in what the OHSEM been identifi ed as Jose Alonzo Gutierrez, of the Tropical Storm Arthur, already formed prior to refers to as ZIP-Zone C. Hidalgo extends Stay Home, Work Safe 700 block of Japonica. According to police Guti- errez, 25, was traveling east at the above address By James Bolen “I don’t want people to get the message that around 3:45 a.m. when he lost control of his mo- At a press conference Thursday, May 21, Har- we’re done, and the virus is over,” Hidalgo said. torcycle, striking a curb, pole and tree before Congressman Olson honors SVFD ris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced she is “There’s still no treatment, there’s still no cure, coming to a stop. He was pronounced dead at the extending the Stay Home, Work Safe order until there’s still no vaccine.” scene. No other vehicles were involved. at least June 10. The announcement came just one day prior “We are no safer than we were in March,” Hi- to when local bars and other facilities, such as COVID cases by local ZIPs dalgo said, while wearing a safety mask. “This is aquariums and bowling alleys, were allowed by no time to tempt fate.” the state to open with certain restrictions. As of Wednesday, May 27, ZIP code 77089 had 83 confi rmed cases of COVID-19, according to The judge urged residents to not get compla- New regulations established guidelines for Harris County Public Health offi cials. That fi gure is cent and continue practicing social distancing “public-facing” employees. These allow for seven higher than the 76 count reported on Wednes- and other safety protocols. Continued on Page 4 day, May 20. In ZIP code 77075, county offi cials are reporting 94 known cases. This is six higher than the 88 cases reported the previous week. City pools won’t open; locals open June 2 County offi cials are now reporting 77 cases in ZIP code 77034, up six cases from last week. While Memorial Day weekend normally 20-percent occupancy, and no guests will be In all, there are currently 11,281 known cases in marks the opening of several local swimming allowed. In the near future, the governor is ex- Harris County, an increase of 1,422 from last week. pools, these have been postponed this year due pected to increase the occupancy to 50 per- Of those, 6,581 remain active, up 732 from last to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. cent. week. A total of 4,479 have recovered from the vi- Longtime South Belt resident Bill Cole, Cole said the only local swimming pool rus in the county, an increase of 676 from the previ- who maintains most of the subdivision pools which was open Memorial Day weekend was ous week. To date, 221 have died from COVID-19, in the community – including Sageglen, Clear Golfcrest Country Club in Green Tee, which up 14 from last week. Statistics are updated daily Brook Meadow and both pools in Riverstone is a private club. Cole added that many pools and include numbers from within both the Houston Ranch – has announced that these pools are set in the Greater Houston area aren’t expected to city limits and throughout Harris County. To view to open Tuesday, June 2. Ashley Pointe will open for the remainder of the year. an interactive map, visit publichealth.harriscoun not open until June 15 citing the HOA needed All City of Houston swimming pools and tytx.gov/Resources/2019-Novel-Coronavirus. additional time to get ready to open. splash pads, including those at Sagemont and According to the management company for Beverly Hills parks, are closed until further HOA seeks nominations Highland Meadows, there is no known date notice. The Sagemeadow HOA will hold an election for the pool to open. Cole does not work with At press time, the status of the Harris Coun- for three seats on its architectural control com- the Highland Meadow pool. The management ty splash pad at El Franco Lee Park remained mittee June 20. This committee is responsible company said major repairs are needed for the unclear. for reviewing and approving changes to prop- pool equipment and it is not known when those The Kirkmont subdivision splash pad will erty within Sagemeadow subdivision. Nomina- repairs will be done. not be opened until word comes from Gov. tions will be accepted through June 17. All can- Once pools open, they will be limited to Greg Abbott’s offi ce for an offi cial OK. didates must be property owners in the Sage- Congressman Pete Olson presented the Southeast Volunteer Fire Department with a Certifi cate meadow subdivision. For more information see of Congressional Recognition for the department’s “heroic efforts helping Texans in need during the HOA’s website at www.sagemeadow.org. the COVID-19 Pandemic.” Olson (right) is shown with fire chief Chuck Tylka at a meeting of the Motel murder not in South Belt area department held last week. See related photo Page 8. Photo by Marie Flickinger Beltway closures planned Rumors were circulated around the com- The error regarding the location was not There will be a total closure of the Fairmont munity Tuesday when word got out about a learned about until after this week’s Leader Parkway exit ramp on Beltway 8 through 10 murder at a motel located at 11959 South Sam was sent to press. Upon learning of the error, p.m. Tuesday, June 16. Clear Brook wins “School of Character” Houston Parkway South. the Leader staff was able to “stop the presses” At least one northbound and one southbound Only Texas public high school to receive the honor The information originated from a press re- and get the front page corrected. The story on Beltway 8 frontage road lane will be closed from lease from the city of Houston. Page 2 was incorrect also. There was no mur- Clear Brook High School in the Clear Creek their students understand, care about, and con- Vista to SH 225 daily from 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. The press release contained the correct ad- der at the South Belt location of the motel. Independent School District was named a 2020 sistently practice the core values that will enable through Friday, June 26. At least one southbound dress, but it was confused by people in the The facility is reportedly unaffi liated with National School of Character by Character.org, a them to fl ourish in school, in relationships, in the Beltway 8 frontage road lane will be closed from community. other motels in the area under the same name. national advocate and leader for character devel- workplace and as citizens.” Fairmont Parkway to Genoa Red Bluff daily The Leader received multiple phone calls The new motel had raised eyebrows among opment in schools and communities. The cam- Since its inception, the National Schools of from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Monday, June 22. and emails regarding the incident and all erro- local residents for apparently offering hourly pus is also the only public high school in Texas Character program has impacted nearly 3 mil- The northbound U-turn lane on the Beltway neously thought it was in the South Belt com- rates in addition to overnight stays. to receive this honor out of a total of 84 schools lion students, staff, parents and community 8 frontage road at SH 225 will be continuously munity. The Leader attempted to call the new area in the country. members. The schools and school districts who closed through 5 a.m. Tuesday, June 2. When researched on GPS maps, communi- business but was unable to fi nd the correct “We are pleased to announce and celebrate the apply must meet the rigorous standards articu- At least one inside lane of the eastbound Belt- ty members showed the complex to be in the phone number. Other establishments of the schools and school districts who have earned this lated in Character.org’s 11 Principles Framework way 8 frontage road west of Kirby will be closed location of the newly constructed motel at the same name said they had no information on the national recognition,” said Dr. Arthur Schwartz, for Schools. Each school is evaluated by a team through 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6. The closures are entrance of the Sagemont subdivision. South Belt establishment. president of Character.org. “Each of them have of trained educators and includes a site visit to associated with the project to widen Beltway 8 put in place a comprehensive approach to help Continued on Page 5 from two to four lanes in each direction. Gulf Freeway closures set Pearland facility reports 80 COVID cases Residents unhappy about motel sign The southbound entrance ramp on the Gulf Freeway will be closed at FM 518 until further A Pearland senior living facility is now reporting more rounds of tests can be conducted but said she notice. At least one northbound and one south- nearly 80 confi rmed cases of the COVID-19 virus is somewhat dependent on the state for testing, as bound frontage road lane on the Gulf Freeway among residents and staff, according to a recent private testing is diffi cult and very expensive. from FM 518 to FM 517 in League City will be Channel 2 news report. She further said the senior care center is adher- closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly Windsong Care Center, at 3400 E. Walnut near ing to all local, state and federal guidelines on han- from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Tuesday, June 30. FM 518, reported its fi rst case April 30, when an dling the coronavirus cases. This work will require alternate entrance and exit employee contracted the disease. That fi gure has Windsong has kept in regular contact with fam- ramp closures. At least one southbound frontage since climbed to 76, including 59 residents and 17 ily members and individual doctors have also been road lane on the Gulf Freeway from FM 517 to staff members, the report stated. contacted anytime a resident has shown possible Hughes in Texas City will be closed until further Windsong owner Vicki Morel said the majority symptoms. notice. The southbound entrance ramp at Texas of the facility’s cases are asymptomatic. Morel said Staff members began COVID-19 training in City FM 517 will be closed until further notice. she, too, has contracted the virus but is currently in mid-February and have been taking precautionary The closures are associated with a construc- recovery. measures since. tion project to widen the freeway from three To date, two rounds of COVID-19 testing have Known cases have been moved to a secluded to fi ve lanes in each direction and the frontage taken place at the facility. Morel hopes that two area, where they are kept in isolation from others. roads from two to three lanes in each direction. Self-defense classes go virtual “Imagine Your Story” reading program set The American Society of Karate has begun vir- This year’s Summer Reading Program theme is ing Program registration begins June 1, on https:// tual self-defense/martial arts classes for teens and “Imagine Your Story” at the Harris County Library hcpl.beanstack.org/reader365 or follow the pro- adults (ages 13-80). These virtual classes are Fri- program. The program will encourage readers to gram @HarrisCountyPL on social media. days at 7:30 p.m. in the comfort of one’s own home. explore the worlds of myth, fairytales and fantasy, About Harris County Public Library: Newcomers are welcome. No previous self-de- and emphasize the crucial role of imagination, cre- The mission of Harris County Public Library fense or martial arts experience is necessary. To ating one’s own life stories. (HCPL) is to provide information and resources to preregister, go to the link https://ringcentr.al/2X “Taking the Summer Reading Program online enrich lives and strengthen communities through pnHWj to fi ll out a short form. For additional is a new adventure, a new chapter for the library,” innovative services within and beyond its walls. information, email Michael.Alonzo@ASKKa said Jennifer Schwartz, “And the enthusiasm and The library has an annual circulation of more The motel had already drawn the ire of many locals, due to its hourly rates in addition to over- rate.com or call 281-788-5930. can-do attitude of longtime community partners than 10 million items and is a network of 26 com- night stays (see above sign). Many feel it is not appropriate for the business so close to a neighbor- like Ensemble Theater, Da Camera, Apollo Cham- munity-focused branch libraries committed to hood. It adjoins the fi rst street in the Sagemont subdivision. The facility is reportedly unaffi liated Free COVID tests May 28-30 ber Players, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Books providing excellent customer service, strong col- with other motels in the area under the same name. Photo by Marie Flickinger The City of Houston and the Texas Division Alive and too many others to name, has been truly lections and cutting-edge information technology of Emergency Management, are setting up a gratifying.” for the 21st century. drive-thru coronavirus testing site at Sagemont Harris County Public Library’s Summer Read- Visit www.hcpl.net for more information. Parade canceled; fireworks unsure Church Annex, 11600 Hughes operating May Multiple Fourth of July events are being South Belt Spectacular Cook-off, which was 28 to May 30. All residents are encouraged to County funds $30 million in relief canceled due to coronavirus fears. already canceled this past April due to the on- get tested if they feel they have it or have been The annual South Belt Fourth of July pa- going COVID-19 pandemic. exposed. To sign up for testing, visit https://cov Harris County Commissioners Court voted throughout the county – will provide $1,200 for rade has been canceled out of social-distanc- Organizers said enough money has been check.hctx.net/. To schedule an appointment call 3-2 to provide economic relief for up to 25,000 households of one to four residents, and $1,500 ing concerns. tucked away from previous events to still hold 832-927-7575. For convenience, confi rm the ap- Harris County families who are suffering be- for households of fi ve-plus people. This marked the second time in the parade’s this year’s fi reworks display, should the coun- pointment is for the Sagemont testing location. cause of the pandemic. Proposed by Precinct It is expected that between 20,000 and 25,000 33-year history that the event has been can- ty give the approval. Holding the event would 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis, the $30 mil- households will benefi t from the fund. celed. largely deplete the group’s savings since the Produce, fruit to be given lion Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund “The coronavirus pandemic has created both The 2018 parade was rained out. At press annual fund raiser was canceled this year. The Precinct 2 Constable Chris Diaz is holding a will help the most vulnerable residents pay for a health and a fi nancial crisis in our region,” El- time, it was unclear if the annual South Belt size and costs of the annual fi reworks display has free produce and fruit distribution Friday, May rent, food, medical care, child care and other lis said. “Our communities are hurting. And it is Fourth of July fi reworks show at El Franco Lee increased dramatically over the years. 29, in the parking lot of Laura Bush Elementary, basic needs. our duty as public servants to make sure that our Park is still going forward. The fi rst South Belt fi reworks show cost a mere 9100 Blackhawk, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. HCCRF – which will be distributed equitably Continued on Page 5 The yearly event is funded by the annual Continued on Page 8 Page 2, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, May 28, 2020 House Speaker Dennis Bonnen In My Opinion gives COVID-19 update better stewards of trees by specifi cally gional Blood Centers in Pasadena and Perhaps the good reverends should Following Gov. Greg Abbott’s declara- ing nursing homes, state-supported living Dittmann: La Voz targeting households who may at least Pearland. re-read Colossians 3:12 “So, as those tion of disaster and recent developments centers, hospitals, daycare facilities, pris- be able to interpret their paper. Frankly, Thank you for the helpful publicity. who have been chosen of God, holy related to COVID-19, Texas Speaker of the ons, jails, and juvenile justice facilities, with a service or litter? I am tired of having to opt out of things Blood is needed to save lives. and beloved, put on a heart of com- House Dennis Bonnen issued an update exceptions for situations like end-of-life vis- Every Saturday morning, La Voz de which others think I might just like to As more surgical opportunities are passion, kindness, humility, gentleness on measures the state is taking to thwart itations after proper screening takes place. Houston, a small newspaper targeting have. And, opting out doesn’t even work opening up, the blood supply needs re- and patience.” the spread of coronavirus in Texas. Directing state agencies to take any our Spanish-speaking neighbors is dis- in this case. plenishment. And also direct their audience to Mat- “The State of Texas has identifi ed a action necessary to facilitate telemedicine tributed. The paper states it is Gratis When I think more about La Voz’s ir- Val Comeaux and John Urdiales, thew 7:15 “Beware of false prophets, course of action to mitigate and respond to and fl exible work policies. Houston Chronicle. For any non-Span- responsible distribution method used in co-chairs which come to you in sheep’s clothing, the spread of COVID-19 in our state and Bonnen remains in communication with ish readers, La Voz translates to The this community, and the non-results I Knights of Columbus at but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” is taking swift action to implement these Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, members of Voice, and Gratis means Free. The pa- have achieved using normal means, I St. Luke the Evangelist blood drive Now is not the time for turning Holy measures as we speak,” said Bonnen. “I the House of Representatives and other lo- per arrives in an orange wrapper and is feel that something needs to be done Scripture into a tool to separate us spir- support Gov. Abbott’s decision to declare cal, state, and federal authorities to receive provided weekly to each house in the to get their attention. Two options come itually, but rather something to help us Jackson: Lost in a state of disaster for all counties in Tex- updates on the state’s containment and area. to mind. First, can we look into whether come together as a people, a species, as and appreciate his extraordinary lead- response efforts. Abbott’s declaration fol- I live in the Clear Brook Meadows La Voz can be charged criminally with struggling to cope with a viral pandemic Interpretation . ership and transparency throughout this lows the Speaker’s memorandum to mem- subdivision. At fi rst, I thought only Clear 350+ counts littering each week in Clear Ed Jackson For the record, it is not for me to try situation. As a result of his announcement, bers of the Texas House of Representa- Brook Meadows was being targeted, but Brook Meadows alone?. Secondly, can to speak for God on particular issues, the state will have greater fl exibility and re- tives and House personnel, which detailed a quick drive through Kirkwood South La Voz be ordered by a court to use and however, it would seem there may be sources to contain this outbreak and pro- measures the Speaker’s Offi ce has taken Section 2 last Monday morning revealed pay USPS for delivery of La Voz – just Bill King on City a credibility gap with some evangelical tect the most vulnerable among us.” The to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in and that they are being exploited by the like other advertisements pay for deliv- spokesmen professing to know what declaration will expedite the use and de- around our State Capitol. Houston Chronicle, also. I did not check ery? Using individually addressed USPS of Houston budget God intends for America. And how He ployment of all resources necessary to en- In the interest of public health, we en- other subdivisions. deliveries, would allow LV to more easily I am guessing that if you asked the makes it known to us. Well, by their in- hance preparedness and response by: Ac- courage all Texans to take similar addition- I have several complaints with La Voz. reach their targeted demographics, re- average Houstonian how they would feel terpretations, anyway. tivating the state emergency management al measures to help prevent the spread of First, I am not a subscriber of the Chron- duce the wastage of paper, reduce litter about increasing the number of City em- As reference, there was an article plan and the State Operations Center to COVID-19 to those around them, including: icle and haven’t been for over 15 years. – a win-win-win for all parties. Further- ployees by 625 positions while cutting in the April 21, 2020 New York Daily enhance the state’s planning and response washing hands with soap and water for at Furthermore, I never requested for my more, it would put LV on cost parity with back on the number of police offi cers, al- News, wherein Pat Robinson is quot- capabilities. Increasing availability and ca- least 20 seconds, especially after blowing address to be added to their distribution other commercial advertising compa- most no one would agree. Yet, the bud- ed as saying COVID-19 is just the lat- pacity of testing statewide. the nose, coughing or sneezing. If soap list. I have even called their circulation nies which bundle weekly ads and cou- get proposal Mayor Sylvester Turner has est (curse) God has sent as a reminder Giving TDEM the ability to reassign and and water are not available, use an alco- offi ce twice over the last few months, pons. Any assistance in addressing this sent to Council proposes to do precisely that He is not pleased with America’s fully utilize appropriate personnel where hol-based sanitizer with at least 60 percent and requested to be removed from their litter issue from the La Voz de Houston that. practice of, and tolerance with, abortion they are needed most. alcohol. Avoid touching one’s face with un- list. La Voz is still delivered weekly curb- orange wrappers would be appreciated. The budget includes a section called and same-sex marriage. Providing the immediate ability to move washed hands. side to my house. A fi nal thought and thinking slightly the Citywide Personnel Summary. It It was also said He sent Hurricane resources around the state, including re- Stay home if one is sick and avoid Another issue with La Voz is that outside of the box: Maybe, Clear Brook shows the actual number of employees Katrina because of New Orleans bla- sources obtained through the Strategic contact with others who are sick. Cover a their 6” x 12” x 1/8” orange plastic wrap- Meadows can contract with our private at the end of the last fi scal year (June 30, tant homosexuality. National Stockpile. cough or sneeze with a tissue, then dis- per bags containing the paper are not waste management company to add the 2019), what the estimated number will Moreover, a couple of them (Robin- Empowering the Offi ce of the Tex- pose tissue in the trash. Clean and disin- tossed up into the yards - but tossed to- picking up of all of the orange wrappers likely be at the end of the current fi scal son and Jerry Falwell) agreed on the as Attorney General to pursue cases of fect frequently touched objects and surfac- ward the yards. In their paper distribu- remaining on the streets during Tuesday year (June 30, 2020), and the planned 700 Club (Sept 13, 2001), God, being price-gouging and ensure offenders are es using household sprays or wipes. tor’s defense, the newspaper is only a AM trash pickup to our current bill. Then, number of employees of next year displeased over America’s “moral de- prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Avoid nonessential large public gather- few sheets of paper, and consequent- we send the extra charge to La Voz for (FY2020-21). cay,” removed His Divine Protection As you can see, the City increased Restricting visitations at facilities includ- ings, if possible. ly, is diffi cult to throw accurately. How- payment. of America thus allowing the horror of ever, that is no excuse for littering our Bill Dittmann its headcount last year by 171 employ- 9/11 to happen. 9/11 where thousands ees, and now plans to add 625 more em- neighborhood streets with orange wrap- of otherwise innocent men, women, Boeing employees fund donation pers each Saturday morning. Myself ployees in the coming year. That is a 3% KC chairs voice and children died for the sins of others. increase in one year, a year when the Communities In Schools munity Fund of The Boeing director of Communities In and many of my neighbors are tired of Too often it seems these self-pro- – Bay Area was awarded a Company has been empower- Schools – Bay Area. picking up a newspaper from the street, City’s population was, at best, fl at. gratitude for donors claimed interpreters of God’s mes- The budget reduces the number of $10,000 grant from the Enter- ing employees to make great- Communities In Schools curbside, or if lucky, the base of our sage will cherry-pick Scripture and prise Employees Community er impact by pooling their – Bay Area’s mission is to driveways, which we did not request. Thanks again for the Leader’s sup- police offi cers by 28 positions (5,268 vs quote something that they believe best 5,240). However, the actual number will Fund of Boeing Houston in tax-deductible donations for surround students with a com- On the La Voz website, it claims cir- port of Blood Drives in our area. The fi ts the present moment. In this case, support of dropout prevention more than 60 years. Employee munity of support, empow- culation of 147,000. With their current World Health Organization declared fall by much more because the budget COVID-19 it is “God’s way to ‘hold us also cuts all fi ve police cadet classes programming at Clear Lake advisory boards provide com- ering them to stay in school “shotgun” delivery method used in this coronavirus to be an epidemic March guilty’ “ for abortion and same sex mar- High School. bined employee donations to and achieve in life. For more community, i.e., toss the orange baglets 11th. next year. In an average year, HPD loses riage. As proof of this Robinson chose 200-250 offi cers per year to retirement. Founded in 1989, Commu- nonprofi ts in their community information on Communities stuffed with a newspaper toward each Since then, South Belt residents 2 Chron 7:14 “if my people, who are nities In Schools – Bay Area through grants. Since 2016, In Schools – Bay Area drop- yard, they are reaching only a fraction have stepped up and donated 113 With no incoming cadets to backfi ll called by my name, will humble them- those retirements, we will more likely be (CIS – Bay Area) is a drop- Boeing Houston ECF has out prevention programs, visit of their targeted community and wast- units of blood products at the Knights selves and pray and seek my face and out prevention organization contributed $24,500 in grant www.cisba.org or call 281- ing a huge amount of pulp required to of Columbus at St. Luke the Evangelist back down to about 5,000 offi cers by the turn from their wicked ways, then I will end of the year. This comes at a time that that provides individualized support for Communities In 486-6698. print their paper. I am not a tree hugger, blood drive, and most likely a lot more hear from heaven, and I will forgive case management services, Schools – Bay Area programs. Through purposeful in- but surely the Houston Chronicle can be at other sites and at the Gulf Coast Re- violent crime has been on the rise for their sin and will heal their land.” the last two years and has recently seen targeted group activities, and “We are honored that Boe- vestments, employee engage- At that time God was talking to His even a larger surge. campuswide programming for ing Houston employees have ment and thoughtful advo- Local library events set people, Israel; the Jews. It is diffi cult The increases are spread across more than 23,000 students on chosen to invest in CIS – Bay cacy efforts, Boeing and its to believe this passage was somehow 20 Clear Creek and Dickin- Area. Community support is employees support innovative Bracewell Branch Library many departments. Public works has the meant for today, and the billions of the largest increase at 155 positions. The son ISD campuses. CIS – Bay important for us to accomplish partnerships and programs Bracewell Branch Library is located at 9002 Kingspoint. The phones will be open Monday, other people on the Earth. Area’s school-based services our mission, and this amazing that align with the company’s June 1 from noon to 7 p.m. at 832-393-2580 for reference details or any other information. Houston Airport System is planning to This virus does not seek out just add 73 positions, which seems particu- include basic needs assistance, contribution will go toward strategic objectives, create Bracewell Curbside Service starts Monday, June 1 those who “sin,” according to certain academic interventions, re- our work in reaching more value and help build better Curbside services will be available on Mondays, noon to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 4 larly ill-advised considering the current televangelists. state of the airline industry. There are source connection, social emo- students at Clear Lake High communities worldwide. To p.m.; Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The staff will also be avail- Very devout Christians, innocent ba- tional learning, enrichment School who are at-risk for learn more, visit www.boe able for reference questions, information, resources and account information on those days 42 positions being added to the Building bies, holy men and women of all faiths, Permitting section, which sorely needs to activities and behavioral health dropping out of school,” states ing.com/principles/communi as well. Although curbside services will not be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the saints and sinners alike have- and will- support. Dr. Peter Wuenschel, executive ty-engagement.page. staff will be waiting to answer customer calls from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, add some help. succumb to this virus. Not God’s virus Reducing staff is something no one “A good education is ev- call Bracewell Neighborhood Library at 832-393-2580. Note that all overdue fi nes/fees will Nature’s virus. eryone’s chance to excel in be waived through Jan. 1, 2021. The outside book drop is open 24 hours a day. ever wants to do. But hard times call for By using such (mis)interpretions, diffi cult decisions. Companies all over the life. ECF Houston places a Leader checks out Book drop could others then attribute the 2017- high value on education and is The book drop is now open and all materials can be returned with no overdue fees. The Houston region have been forced to cut 2020 US catastrophes to the last pres- back their workforce. The public sector proud to support organizations social media library will continue to provide online resources so the public can enjoy the library at home. idential election? To wit: 2017 gave us doing their best to help every- Large items such as FLIP kits or laptops should not be placed in the book drops. HPL is should not be exempt from making those Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, hard choices as well. one achieve academically,” By Natalie Abarca the scene. His identity is pend- asking customers keep those items until further notice. 2018 was Florence and Michael, then stated Boeing Houston ECF A member of The Offi - ing verifi cation by the Harris Additional resources If a pandemic, collapse in the energy the super fi res of California and other industry and being forced to drain the representative Nick Harp. cial South Belt & Sagemont County Institute of Forensic Currently, the Houston Public Library is focusing on providing electronic resources, books, western states in 2019 as God’s pun- One of the largest employ- Area Crime Alert Facebook Sciences. HPD Homicide Di- audiobooks, databases for research, tutoring, language learning, education and parent infor- rainy day fund on the eve of hurricane ishment for us electing Donald Trump? season does prompt the City to reduce ee-owned and managed funds group posted that she was vision Detectives C. Arrington mation for any resident of Texas with a temporary library card. The way an interested resident Yes, of course they could. But that, too, of its kind in the world, the robbed Tuesday, May 19, at and L. Osborn reported, when can get a library card is to visit the website at www.houstonlibrary.org, scroll down onto the its workforce, whatever would? would be erroneous. Bill King Enterprise Employees Com- the Walmart gas station on the victim failed to check out Home Page, and fi nd the heading Here’s What’s Happening. Under that heading, there will be Fairmont Parkway in Pasade- of his motel room on time, the three cards. The middle one is Free Resources for All. Click on the card which will go to the na. The suspect took her purse front desk clerk went to check page that lists the digital resources available and a link to obtain a temporary card. People in Texas warned as telephone and wallet from her vehicle. on him. Inside the room, the Also, under the heading Here’s What’s Happening, look for the fi rst card on the left, The member later was contact- clerk found the victim lying click on the heading titled Online Resources for Kids. One of the programs listed is Virtual ed through Facebook that some on the fl oor. The clerk called Storytime. This is provided every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m. The archived scammers set to cash in on coronavirus of her items were found on for an ambulance and respond- storytimes can be found on Facebook by searching Houston Public Library Virtual Story- People in Texas are be- by wire transfer or by gift three-step guide to stopping ways call the company they the sidewalk on Sabo between ing Houston Fire Department times. Another virtual program is Craft. Soon there will be STEM programs. ing warned to be extra vigi- card. unwanted calls: claim to be from. Make sure Kroger and Mirabella apart- paramedics pronounced the The HPL updated app is much more user-friendly than before. On the very fi rst page, lant as scam callers are like- Health care provider scam Register with the National to fi nd the number and don’t ments. The member is ask- victim deceased. He had suf- there is a link to Tumblebooks, which has many picture books that are animated read-alongs ly to ramp up their activity Scammers pretending to Do Not Call Registry – visit use the number provided by ing the community if anyone fered a single gunshot wound. for children. over the next few weeks to work for a health care pro- DoNotCall.gov. Don’t con- the caller. comes across any items with There are no known witnesses Houston Public Library’s many free online resources and digital services remain avail- take advantage of increasing vider may say that a relative sent to being contacted – get – Don’t be rushed. Scam- the name of Lamis Y. Baker, or suspects. Anyone with infor- able 24/7 with a MY Link Library Card at www.houstonlibrary.org, including e-books and amounts of people being at or friend has been treated one’s phone number taken mers will try to rush one into with DOB 12/19 to contact her mation in this case is urged to e-audiobooks, streaming TV, movie and music services, online classes and tutoring and home due to the current coro- for coronavirus, and then de- off directories and watch for providing personal details. through Facebook. call the HPD Homicide Divi- databases. Until further notice, only electronic items (i.e. e-books, e-audio books, etc.) are navirus outbreak. mand immediate payment for boxes checked on all market- They may say they have a On the same Facebook sion at 713-308-3600 or Crime eligible for holds and check-out. HPL has a robust collection of free e-books and audio CPR Call Blocker, mak- treatment before threatening ing correspondence to see if time-limited offer or claim group a member posted that Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. See books. Visit the catalog to determine if a previously requested hold selection may be in a ers of the best-selling call legal action if one doesn’t checking or unchecking them the information is needed their neighbor’s house was related story on Page 1. digital format. Instructions on downloading the e-book or audio book are also on the site. blocking device in the U.S., pay. Health care providers will prevent personal details right away. broken into on Tuesday, May A member of People of All due dates for existing borrowed materials will be extended through the closure pe- is predicting that scammers would not contact anyone this from being passed on to third Davies continued: “If you 19. The member states that the Sagemont 2 Facebook group riod. Until further notice, no new late fees and fi nes will be assessed during the closure and fraudsters will be ready way. parties. suspect you may have com- suspect took off running as the shared a post that Pizza Hut period, retroactive to March 14, 2020. While the Bracewell Branch Library remains closed, to strike and take advantage Student loan scams Consider getting a call promised your bank account, member pulled into the drive- is calling all 2020 grads! Piz- it’s Wi-Fi service is still available for residents to utilize. If a customer has a device, such of the situation as more states A person may receive a blocker. contact your bank or card way. The incident happened on za Hut wants to celebrate all as a phone, laptop or tablet but no Wi-Fi, they can come to the library and gain access by go into lockdown, forcing call saying that new mea- If one thinks one may be provider as soon as possible. Davenwood Drive. of Class of 2020 accomplish- standing/sitting within 6 feet of the building. There is no need for a password. All one needs people to stay at home, and sures due to the coronavirus receiving scam calls, here are It is also advisable to check On the same Facebook ments with a special gift of free to do is go to Settings, then Network and Internet, Wi-Fi, and then connect to HPL – Public. is warning people in Texas to outbreak will have an effect a few ways to protect oneself: your bank and card state- group a member shared a post pizza, of course. If one is part Even though HPL appreciates book donations, it’s not accepting them at this time. The be on their guard for a rise in on a student loan, and that – Don’t reveal personal ments regularly for unautho- that at the brand new motel at of the Class of 2020, one can library staff requests that donations do not get placed outside library buildings, or at the bogus calls. person needs to call a differ- details. Never give out per- rized charges as a matter of the Gulf Freeway and Beltway get a free medium 1-topping book drops. In a bid to beat the scam- ent phone number to fi nd out sonal or fi nancial information course.” 8 there is an investigation into a pizza through June 4, or when Visit www.houstonlibrary.org to fi nd virtual programs, and digital resources including mers who are likely to take how the new measures will such as bank account details CPR Call Blocker is the fatal shooting. (See story Page supplies are exhausted. Visit e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming music and videos, online learning, online tutoring, and advantage of this extraor- impact future payment obli- or a PIN – even if the caller best-selling and most trusted 1.) The post was learned on www.pizzahut.com/gradparty much more. For more information visit www.houstonlibrary.org to fi nd out how to chat with dinary situation, CPR Call gations. By calling this num- claims to be from one’s bank. call blocker brand worldwide Wednesday to be inaccurate. and follow the instructions to a librarian 24/7, or how to send questions through HPL’s email reference. Blocker has compiled the top ber, a scammer may ask for – Hang up. If one feels ha- and is preprogrammed with The motel was actually across sign in to ones Hut Rewards Parker Williams Library fi ve active scams that people personal information such as rassed or intimidated, end the thousands of known nuisance town. Houston police are inves- account (if one does not have The information for Parker Williams reads: in Texas should watch out for one’s social security number call. A person has the right callers. tigating the fatal shooting of a a Hut Rewards account, one “All Harris County Public Library locations will remain closed to the public at this time. over the next few weeks as and credit card details. not to feel pressured. The CPR suite of call man found about 7:30 p.m. last will be directed to create an Public safety is our top priority. We will provide service updates as they are developed. The the coronavirus situation un- While the list is not ex- Call the organization. If a blockers is available from Friday, May 22. The victim, account). One will receive a book drop at Parker Williams Library is open. No late fees have been nor will be charged folds: haustive, CPR Call Blocker person is unsure whether the www.callblockerusa.com and approximately 50 to 60 years digital coupon that can be re- during the library closures. You may return library materials to the exterior book drops at Fake test kits scam – hopes to make people in Tex- caller is genuine, one can al- www.amazon.com. old, was pronounced dead at deemed for a free pizza. most HCPL locations, but, we urge you to continue to maintain social distancing and other someone may call claiming as aware that scammers are public health guidelines. You will not be charged late fees. Do not leave items outside the to offer free coronavirus test- becoming more inventive and library. ing kits and will ask for per- if something sounds too good Harris County Public Library will continue to offer a wide array of online services: sonal information and health to be true or out of the ordi- – Use HCPL Wi-Fi service while maintaining social distancing with HCPL’s Drive-up Wi-Fi. insurance details. A common nary, then it could well be a – Download ebooks and audiobooks, stream movies, research and learn at www.hcpl.net. version of this scam targets scam. Church Directory – Attend an HCPL program or story time online through Facebook or YouTube. diabetic individuals that are Chelsea Davies from CPR – Check your account to renew loans or request books. at higher risk, where a scam Call Blocker said: “As more – eBooks, comics or graphic novels through OverDrive. caller will offer both a free and more restrictions are put – Stream classic fi lms, indie cinema, and award-winning documentaries on Kanopy. coronavirus test kit and a free into place in the U.S., we – Listen to audiobooks through RBDigital or OverDrive. diabetic monitor. predict that scammers are – Read along and play with picture books on TumbleBooks. FDIC scam going to take advantage of AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice – Ask us a question via chat on Ask a Librarian. Scammers posing as em- more people being at home If you do not have an HCPL library card, you can get instant access to all HCPL’s digital ployees from the Federal De- and, with many of those peo- materials including ebooks, streaming movies and research tools with an iKnow Digital Ac- posit Insurance Corporation ple also being distracted or cess Card. Apply at https://www.hcpl.net/services/iknow-card for a HCPL card.” will ask for sensitive infor- stressed about the coronavi- The Catholic Community of Virtual activities mation, such as a social secu- rus situation, this could be ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST With the onset of summer, Parker Williams Library has planned online activities. The link rity number and bank account a recipe for disaster. When Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor New Covenant to access the activities is provided for each event. information, over the phone people are feeling vulnera- Fr. Jhon Gallo-Florez, Parochial Vicar Wednesday, May 27, 10:30 a.m. Story and Song with Mr. John. Join Mr. John who will as a precondition to receive ble or distracted, it can be too 11011 Hall Rd. (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church read a book and sing a song for a quick break to enjoy during your day. The video will be federal money. Remember easy to say ‘yes’ to something www.stlukescatholic.com released on Facebook fi rst at facebook.com/parkerwilliamslibrary. the FDIC would never make without checking fi rst wheth- 10603 Blackhawk Wednesday, May 27, 3:30 p.m. Dungeons & Dragons Online. This is a role-playing game unsolicited phone calls ask- er it’s genuine. LITURGY SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. where a fantasy hero is created and guided through an interactive story narrated by a Dungeon ing for personal information “We’re warning people 281-484-4230 Master. Contact [email protected] for more information. Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. and money, and, especially, in Texas to bear this in mind Sunday 1 p.m. Misa en Español Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Parker Williams Curbside Holds Pick-Up postponed would not put pressure on the and we would always strong- Unfortunately, library’s interior will remain closed to the public as will our meeting rooms. person being called or make ly recommend never giving Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m. We’ve Enlarged Our The curbside service is scheduled to roll out at a future date that will be announced. threats. one’s bank details or paying Tuesday & Thursday 7 p.m. Day Care Facilities Complete instructions as to the curbside pick-up process will be detailed when the an- Charity scam for something over the phone Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 nouncement is made for the event to begin. This is planned to be a no-contact curbside. One may get a call from that you’re unsure of. Espe- Thursday 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. However, the library staff will not be able to take your returns when curbside pick-up be- someone claiming to be from cially if the call you receive is WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES gins, so customers are asked to put them in the book drop. Parish Office 281-481-6816 a charitable organization the fi rst time you have heard Sunday Wednesday Thursday, May 28, 10:30 a.m. Toddler Timeout with Mr. John. Join Mr. John online for which is collecting donations of any payment that needs to Faith Formation 281-481-4251 a Toddler Timeout. The video will be released on Facebook fi rst at facebook.com/parkerwk for individuals, groups or ar- be made.” Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 3UNDAY3CHOOLsAM 0RAYER-EETINGs PM illiamslibrary. Events in the near future may be announced in future issues and additional eas affected by coronavirus. To stop receiving scam St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, youth, 7ORSHIP3ERVICEs AM -ID 7EEK3ERVICEsPM information is available on a timely basis on the library website. For more information, visit The caller will request cash and nuisance calls, follow children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, widowed. Nursery Available at all Services https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library.” donations be sent in the mail, CPR Call Blocker’s quick Th ursday, May 28, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 3 SPORTS NEWS & NOTES All-District 24-6A All-District 24-6A Youth sports activities can resume, particulars remain While Gov. Greg Abbott's Youth leagues such as Park, the home facility for (June 8) can proceed with sure to proceed with caution. May 18 announcement con- the South Belt Girls Soft- both leagues, had not opened caution, yet there are still pa- At the very least there is Varsity Girls’ Soccer Varsity Boys’ Soccer cerning phase 2 of reopening ball Association and the for business. rameters that need to be set progress toward a return to in the state seemingly opened Sagemont-Beverly Hills Lit- Also, Abbott announced concerning social distancing, normalcy, at least for now. some doors of opportunity, tle League will be allowed, that both youth sports camps etc. But it will still take sever- there are still many questions if they so wish, to commence (June 1) and school-relat- In terms of the high school al additional days or even Co-Most Valuable Players Most Valuable Player left unanswered, at least for activities June 1, yet as of ed sports activities such as strength and conditioning weeks to establish just what now. press time El Franco Lee strength and conditioning camps, the University Inter- that normalcy will be. Alex Staat, Clear Springs Anthony Kamenica, Clear Springs scholastic League has estab- The Leader will have ad- lished June 8 as go time, but ditional scheduling updates Logan Heausler, Clear Lake programs across the state are available in its June 4 issue. Offensive Most Valuable Menjivar to University of Hawaii Offensive Most Valuable Player Player Louis Balla, Clear Falls Katie Marker, Clear Springs Defensive Most Valuable Defensive Most Valuable Player To-Go Orders! Player Parker Westover, Clear Springs Rebekah Rehrer, Clear Lake 281-922-1477 Goalkeeper of the Year 25% of Dine-In Seating Goalkeeper of the Year Brandon Perez, Clear Brook Maddy Anderson, Clear Falls We Can Cater Your Special Event! Newcomer of the Year Senior of the Year Jorge Barahoma, Dickinson Gabriella Paganucci, Clear Creek Coach of the Year Whether it’s Curbside Pickup, Co-Utility Players of the Year Kenny Webb, Clear Springs Local Delivery or Catering, Choose DAN’S to Dine! Emily McCoy, Alvin First-Team Selections Kyra Guhl, Clear Lake Dalton Brown, Clear Springs Rylee Robinson, Clear Springs Herbie Martinez, Clear Springs Christian Medrano, Clear Springs Emiliano Quintanilla, Clear Springs Co-Newcomers of the Year Ralph Rieth, Clear Springs Haley Conrad, Clear Falls Ronoldo Gonzales, Clear Creek Anna Wilson, Alvin Lucian Jurnalov, Clear Creek Jason Kassu, Clear Creek Jordan Pruitt, Clear Creek Omeed Nazemi, Clear Brook Dobie High School graduate Melany Menjivar is continuing her rise in the athletic Coach of the Year training ranks as she has graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a Bach- Yusef Hussein, Clear Brook elor of Science in kinesiology. She has completed four years of undergraduate stud- Lisa Manis, Clear Lake Eduardo Hernandez, Clear Brook ies in SFA’s Athletic Training program and this summer begins a four-year graduate Riley Carleton, Clear Falls athletic training program at the University of Hawaii. 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Greg Abbott. already taken and encour- cosmetology facilities 15-minute breaks every “I’m very much commit- aged residents to maintain four hours for employees to ted to staying aligned with awareness. wash their hands, and em- the parameters he issues,” “The only reason we ha- opening at SJC South ployers are now prohibited Hidalgo said. ven’t seen it as bad here as from forcing employees to During the press confer- Italy and New York is we’ve Two new buildings are set include a makerspace, 3D remove protective masks ence, Hidalgo also laid out done social distancing,” Hi- to open on the San Jacinto printing lab, wood shop, metal against their wishes. new regulations for workers dalgo said. “We’ve done our College South campus, once shop and a 36-student creation While the new rules are in the county’s manufactur- work.” in-person classes resume. space. open to only limited legal ing sector. As of Thursday’s press Funded as part of a 2015 The new 39,000-suare-foot enforcement, Hidalgo said The measures are similar conference, there were more bond election, the new facil- cosmetology center will offer all companies that prevent to those set out in the pub- than 10,000 cases in Har- ities will focus on workforce the following programs: employees from wearing lic-facing industry. ris County, including more training, rather than traditional – Cosmetology operator. masks will be put “on no- Hidalgo attributed Har- than 200 deaths. academics. – Cosmetology instructor. tice.” ris County’s relatively low For complete details on New structures include an – Esthetics. Hidalgo said the new reg- COVID-19 fi gures to its ex- the new county order, visit Engineering and Technology – Nail specialty. ulations conform with or- isting preventative measures ReadyHarris.org. building and a Cosmetology – Massage therapy. center. – Barber crossover (coming The Engineering and Tech- soon). nology building will occupy – Eyelash extension. 74,000 square feet. Featured – Salon and spa. training programs include the Other highlights at the following: San Jacinto College South – Biomedical equipment re- campus from the 2015 bond 8*<&3'&30.& pair technology. election include infrastruc- – X-Ray/CT scanning. ture improvements and the – Computer information addition Early College High SBA APPROVED The new 74,000-square-foot Engineering and Technol- state to resume. Funded by the college district’s 2015 technology. School facilities for both Do- ogy building is set to open at the San Jacinto College bond election, the new facility will offer courses in a – Cyber security. bie and South Houston. South campus, once in-person classes are allowed by the wide variety of workforce training programs. – Applications program- In all, nine new build- ming. ings are to be constructed – Simulation and game de- throughout the San Jacinto LENDER San Jac South gets new cosmetology building sign. College District. – Web development/design. While ribbon-cuttings for – Desktop support and net- the two new buildings at the work administration. south campus were original- (&11984)&=84&551=+478-* – Computer science (aca- ly scheduled to take place last San Jacinto Col- demic transfer). month, they are now tenta- PAYCHECK PROTECTION lege’s new cosmetol- – Engineering (academic tively set to occur later this ogy center is set to transfer). summer or in early fall, ac- PROGRAM open on the school’s – Engineering design cording to San Jacinto Col- south campus once graphics. lege Chancellor Dr. Brenda Gov. Greg Abbott – Mechanical. Hellyer. deems local cam- – Petro/industrial. Any fi nals plans on re- puses safe to reopen –Architectural/civil/struc- opening, however, hinge on CARES to the public. The tural. guidelines established by Bank new 39,000-square- The new facility will also Gov. Greg Abbott. xan foot facility was Te part of the college’s $425 million bond election held in Readers urged 2015. In all, the ref- erendum provided for nine new build- to send stories ings districtwide The Leader staff is curious as to how South ‰C and also expanded 'ȷȤȗȄȤȬȋȨȋȺȇN ȲȇȬȀȇȇ San Jacinto’s Early Belt families are spending their time during Houston • Friendswood • Clear Lake College High School program. COVID-19. Sugar Land • River Oaks Photos by Readers are encouraged to email their ad- Kevin Morris aptation stories and photos (list both fi rst and (ȶȁȦȶȮȰȦȁȉȉ last names, in order, left to right) to mynews@ WWW.TEXANBANK.COM southbeltleader.com. Melillo staff celebrate teachers In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Melillo prin- cipal, assistant principals and counselors handed out goodie buckets “curbside” to show their appreciation to their teachers.

Melillo staff members showing support for Melillo teachers with artistic posters are, left to right, Chris Bui, assistant principal; Lilliana Monita, counselor; Jennifer Sauceda, as- sistant principal; Jacqueline Carmona, counselor; and Diane Wheeler, Melillo principal.

Melillo assis- tant princi- pals Jennifer Sauceda and Chris Bui are shown greeting teachers with an encourag- ing sign.

Paloma Gonzalez, a support teacher receives her bucket of goodies.

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The San Jacinto College District is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The following College official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies: Vice Chancellor of Human Resources, 4624 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, TX 77504; 281-991-2659; [email protected]. Dr. Karen Hickman, Pasadena ISD deputy superintendent of aca- Teachers Kayla Joos (left) and Jennifer Wicks are seen enjoying the curb- demic achievement, stopped by with her faithful friend to give an side service of their basket delivery. in-car greeting to Melillo staff members. Th ursday, May 28, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 5 Airports shine in list of top 100 Nguyen places 1st in art contest Houston Airports shined HOU fi nished at No. 67, up Airports employees always tive score of 4.75 for ease of once again at the 2020 Sky- from No. 85 in 2019. put passengers fi rst, and that check-in facilities. Fred Roberts Middle passionate about art since shared her knowledge and won; her artwork is now submission. trax World Airport Awards by Houston Airports’ web- philosophy reaps tremen- – An increased cumula- School sixth-grade stu- kindergarten. skills with Nguyen. published in the 2020 DOT She was ecstatic to win earning a long list of honors site, Fly2houston.com and dous benefi ts for Houston tive score of 4.57 for signage dent, Delayla Nguyen par- When her parents ask her Nguyen began entering calendar. fi rst place and have her in various categories includ- digital services were named and the surrounding region. aiding and processing of in- ticipated in the 2020 Jack what she wants for birth- art contests since 2017 and She has also won the fi rst artwork displayed on the ing World’s Top 100 Airports, World’s Best – for the sec- I am immensely proud of ternational travelers. and Jill Magazine Cover days and Christmas she al- enters several throughout place prize of $50 in the magazine cover. Best Airport Dining, Best ond year in a row. what our airports accom- – An increased cumula- Contest. ways requests art supplies the year. Westmoreland Arts & Her- For winning she re- Airport Staff and World’s “We are deeply honored plish year-round and espe- tive score of 4.36 for termi- Nguyen’s design was and nothing else. In 2019 she entered the itage Festival. ceived the cover image Best Website and Digital by these achievements,” cially during this challeng- nal cleanliness. chosen as the fi rst place Her mother was an art Department of Transporta- Her most recent accom- with her name, a bundle Services. Houston remains said Mario Diaz, Houston ing time.” – An increased cumula- winner. Nguyen has been major in college and has tion calendar contest and plishment is the Jack and prize from the magazine, the only city in the Western Airports director. “We don’t In the scorecard for Bush tive score of 4.00 for prayer Jill Magazine cover art con- and $500 for the Fred Rob- Hemisphere to have two four- just talk about our commit- Airport, improvements from rooms. test. It took her two months erts Middle School art de- star Skytrax-rated airports. ment to providing a world- 2019 include: – An increased cumula- to complete her artwork partment. The top honors went to class customer experience, – An increased cumula- tive score of 4.50 for transit. George Bush Intercontinen- we act on it every single tive score of 4.20 for trans- The Skytrax awards were tal Airport (IAH), which re- day. This year especially, I portation. announced as challeng- ceived the highest ranking want to dedicate our awards – An increased cumula- es mount at airports across among U.S. airports in the to the men and women who tive score of 4.02 for infor- the world because of the World’s Top 100 Airports work tirelessly every day to mation counters. COVID-19 pandemic. category and placed as sec- keep our airports function- – An increased cumula- “Beyond the present cri- ond-best airport in North al during this COVID-19 tive score of 4.08 for leisure sis, these 4-star ratings are America. IAH climbed sev- pandemic. I am so proud of facilities. indicative of the consisten- en spots in rank to No. 31 Houston Airports’ staff for – An increased cumulative cy and sustained excellence among the top world air- maintaining such high stan- score of 4.67 for the free Wi- that each Houston Airports ports, up from No. 38 in dards.” Fi available at the airport. employee is committed to.” 2019. IAH also ranked This was the fi fth year in – An increased cumula- Diaz said. “Despite this cri- fourth in the World’s Best a row that HOU received a tive score of 4.60 for vehicle sis, we will use this time to Airport Dining Experience four-star rating and the third parking. continue to make improve- category and fi nished sixth straight year IAH received – An increased cumula- ments that will help us reach in the rankings for Best Air- the same distinction from tive score of 4.11 for food our vision of establishing port Staff in North America. Skytrax, a leading global air and beverage options and Houston Airports as a fi ve- William P. Hobby Airport transport rating organization. pricing. star global air service gate- (HOU) received noteworthy “George Bush Intercontinen- In the scorecard for Hob- way where the magic of accolades as well, fi nishing tal Airport is known globally by Airport, improvements fl ight is celebrated.” at third among Best Regional for providing superb custom- from 2019 include: The complete results of Airports in North America. er experience and William P. – An increased cumula- the Skytrax World Airport HOU ranked sixth for Hobby Airport is a fi rst-class tive score of 4.87 for vehicle Awards can be found at this best airports with 10-20 mil- operation,” Mayor Sylvester parking. link https://www.worldair- lion passengers. Globally, Turner said. “Our Houston – An increased cumula- portawards.com. County OKs funds to help through COVID Continued from Page 1 who are now unemployed, said Commissioner Ellis. Fund will be managed by most vulnerable residents, ill or caring for someone “Students and adults with the Greater Houston Com- who were already living who is sick. disabilities who are listed munity Foundation, which paycheck to paycheck, do “Not all job losses are as dependents and many already is managing a The winning artwork of Delayla Nguyen demonstrates not lose everything in the equal,” Ellis said. “Our food households with immigrants COVID-19 relief fund. her creativity and fl air using a variety of colors. This midst of this crisis.” service, health care and re- are among those who won’t The foundation has the work of art was chosen as the May-June 2020 cover of Three weeks ago, Com- tail workers – the backbone receive a dime.” knowledge, capacity, values Delayla Nguyen, Fred Roberts Middle School sixth-grader placed fi rst in contest. Jack and Jill Magazine. missioners Court voted to of our workforce, who are This fund will target and community trust to ad- tentatively approve $15 already struggling to make communities who are strug- minister the fund. million for the fund. As the ends meet – have been hit gling the most—house- The foundation will en- public health crisis con- the hardest. Federal funding holds below 60 percent of sure that the funds reach all Clear Brook only Texas public high school to win honor tinues, the need for relief helps, but it is not enough.” the Area Median Income residents by working with Continued from Page 1 tion Team and the work of the 2020 National Schools that focus on core values school districts – after an grows. “The Coronavirus Aid, (AMI), victims of domes- nonprofi t, community-based assess how a school’s the whole campus to instill of Character during its next and character strengths vital independent and rigorous Increasing the fund to Relief and Economic Secu- tic violence, youth aged out organizations that serve vul- “shared values” are motivat- positive character traits National Forum. to student and school suc- evaluation process – have $30 million will allow dou- rity (CARES) Act Equal Im- of foster care, and those in nerable communities and ing students to do the right into everyday life. Our staff History of Character.org cess. been certifi ed a National ble the reach and help more pact Payments did not reach homeless shelters. through an accessible public thing. truly feels honored to be Founded in 1993, Char- Character.org is widely School of Character. people, especially those all low-income residents,” The county’s Relief intake process. “This distinction means members of such a focused acter.org is a nonprofi t known for its 11 Principles, The vision for Character. the world to the Clear Brook team working to educate the organization based in Wash- a comprehensive framework org is to expand the work students, staff and parents,” whole student and making ington, D.C. The mission is developed by school leaders to families, sports and the Education foundation funds student access said Dr. Sharon Lopez, prin- intentional character deci- to provide the voice, visibil- and character development workplace. cipal of the school. “It is sions to guide learning. We ity, and resources for educa- researchers. For additional informa- The Clear Creek Educa- “On this day, howev- in which families without and CCISD learning plat- a testament to the leader- are Clear Brook!” tors to build nurturing and During the past 20 years, tion, visit www.character. tion Foundation (CCEF) re- er, we are thankful of the internet at home could fi nd forms. ship of the Character Ac- Character.org will honor supportive school cultures more than 900 schools and org/schools-of-character. cently funded internet Wi-Fi foundation’s attention to and connect to available ac- The Clear Creek Educa- hotspots for families facing the needs of students whose cess points. tion Foundation underwrote extreme economic hardship success lies in the balance To determine if an inter- $11,700 to purchase the as a result of COVID-19 of equal access to those net access barrier still exists, deeply discounted devices outbreak and resulting re- learning opportunities.” teachers regularly reach out benefi ting more than 150 Remember When strictions. The current distance- to students and parents who families, several with two or “The COVID-19 crisis learning environment has are not responding to com- more children in one house- has left countless challenges brought to the forefront munications or submitting hold. 40 years ago (1980) garding the “no” vote. While thony Clark died after a pro- a professional certifi cate The family dog attempted to and unknowns in its wake, challenges faced by stu- assignments. “One of the five funding After years of rapid ex- 508 Sagemont residents who longed period of heart and or license and earn college save the father but was shot but student access to learn- dents without internet ac- Teachers worked with priorities of CCEF is to en- pansion and the creation of sent back the ballot favored health problems. hours by taking dual credit in the paw by one of the sus- ing resources should not be cess at home. Even before counselors and the CCISD rich student learning,” said numerous subdivisions in the the bridge and 97 opposed it, Jackie Salisbury, assistant courses, advanced placement pects. The dog was taken to one of them,” said Dr. Rob- the COVID-19 crisis and technology department to Katy Bastedo, Clear Creek South Belt area, the pace of more than 1,800 ballots were principal was named princi- course or by gaining artic- a veterinarian for emergency ert Bayard, CCISD chief expected future economic identify students in need of Education Foundation home construction became sent out. Residents were told pal of Stuchbery Elementary ulated credits. The campus treatment and is expected to technology offi cer. impacts, CCISD’s economi- support and safely distribute chairman. slower and more cautious. failure to send back a ballot to replace retiring principal is divided into six separate be OK. No immediate arrests “On any given day, cally disadvantaged popula- the devices. “But in this time of dis- CCISD is grateful for the tion was more than 28 per- The hotspots are prepaid tance-learning environ- Clear Creek Independent would be considered a “no” Nancy Teichelman. academies including busi- were made. Clear Creek Education cent. phones, without calling ca- ments, the foundation un- School District was looking vote; therefore opponents 10 years ago (2010) ness and human services, A suspect had offi cially Foundation’s generous sup- From the early days of pability, that are repurposed derstood that every child into adjusting its school be- of the bridge say there may Media reports of elevat- health services, agriculture, been charged with murder port of innovative opportu- the stay-at-home orders, to act as a device that pro- fi rst needs to get through the ginning and ending times due have been 1,300 actual “no” ed levels of chemicals at the transportation and shipping, in the August 2018 death of nities for our students and the district began commu- vides students the ability doorway that leads to those to traffi c problems. votes. Brio Superfund site alarmed manufacturing and construc- South Belt resident Candace staff. nicating the various ways to access a filtered internet critical learning resources.” 35 years ago ( 1985) 30 years ago (1990) many in the community, tion, and technology and en- Kitchen Manning. Terrance The Southeast Volunteer Finalists vying to be su- although officials said the gineering. Washington, 27, was already Fire Department responded perintendent of Clear Creek compounds posed no imme- 1 year ago (2019) in jail after allegedly admit- to eight emergencies from Independent School Distric diate threat. Despite reports A family dog was shot ting to police that he had ab- Governor: Higher ed., others to cut 5% Monday, May 20, to Mon- were narrowed to three. that stated the contaminants during a home invasion early ducted Manning and later set day, May 27. On May 21, The Dobie Longhorns had leaked out, the chem- Friday, May 24, on Sagewick fi re to her vehicle to destroy Community colleges like San Jacinto exempted both fi re and ambulance baseball team lost a regional icals remained contained Drive. According to police, evidence. He, however, de- Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. tial to Texas’ COVID-19 re- ment services that Texans –Benefi ts and eligi- crews responded to a car playoff game to rival Deer and posed no threat to local four masked men forced their nied killing her. Autopsy re- Gov. Dan Patrick and House sponse. expect.” bility levels in Medicaid fi re at Dixie Farm Road and Park, ending up as one of the drinking water. way into the house through sults, revealed that Manning Speaker Dennis Bonnen last “As Texans recover from Given the importance programs, the Children’s Highway 3 and extinguished eight best teams in Texas. Jerry Speer was named the back door around 12:45 had been strangled and beat- week sent a letter directing this pandemic, it is incum- of the state’s response to Health Insurance Program, the fi re. On May 23 a cardi- No previous Dobie team had president of the Pasadena a.m., then pinned the home- en to death. Following the state agencies and institu- bent that state government COVID-19 and the conti- the foster care program, the ac victim in the 10700 block ever advanced as far. Independent School District owner down in the kitchen. determination of death by the tions of higher education to continues to maintain mis- nuity of critical government adoption subsidies program, of Sagepark was transported South Belt area high board of trustees. Speer, who One of the men then guarded medical examiner’s offi ce, each submit a plan identify- sion critical services with- functions, the following are the permanency care assis- to Bayshore Hospital. The school seniors, including 400 had served on the board for the man at gunpoint, while prosecutors fi led a capital ing savings that will reduce out placing a greater burden excluded from the fi ve per- tance program and services next day, a gunshot victim from Dobie, looked forward 10 years, replaced South Belt the remaining three sus- murder charge against Wash- respective general and gen- on taxpayers,” reads the let- cent reduction: for individuals with intel- in the 11400 block of Wax- to commencement exercises resident Fred Roberts, who pects ransacked the home. ington. eral revenue related appro- ter. – Appropriations to the lectual or developmental wood was taken to Humana as they prepared for gradua- remained on the board as a priations by fi ve percent for “We are confi dent that Texas Division of Emergen- disabilities. Hospital-Clear Lake. The tion. member. the 2020-2021 biennium. Texas will get back to work cy Management, the Texas – Funding for behavioral last call of the week was to a 25 years ago (1995) 5 years ago (2015) t? In the letter, the leaders and continue leading the Department of State Health health service programs. trash fi re at Beamer and Hall The Pasadena Indepen- A burglary suspect was nan also urge state agencies and nation in job growth, eco- Services, the Texas Work- – Appropriations for Cor- Road. Firemen extinguished dent School District board fatally shot by police follow- reg force Commission, the Tex- rectional Security Operations the fi re. approved the hiring of two ing a short chase June 3 in the e P institutions of higher educa- nomic innovation and busi- ld I b tion to pursue cost-saving ness creation. However, it as Military Department and and Correctional Managed The construction of the new coaches at J. Frank Do- 12700 block of South Green Cou strategies that will not af- will take months until we the Texas Department of Health Care at the Texas De- Sageglen bridge to connect bie. Stan Labay would be near Fuqua after he allegedly I need a pregnancy test fect the state’s response to know the true extent of the Public Safety. partment of Criminal Jus- Sagemont with Scarsdale Bou- the new head coach/campus pulled a large knife on a po- COVID-19. economic ramifi cations of – Funding for debt ser- tice. levard was on hold by Council- athletic director and Bobbye lice dog and its handler. Edel- I need to know what to do This includes forgoing COVID-19 and how com- vice requirements and bond – Appropriations to Health man Frank Mancuso following McCain would become the miro Hernandez, 33, was pro- We are here for you. We care!! capital expenditures that can bating this virus will impact authorizations. Related Institutions and protests from Sagemont resi- new girls varsity track coach. nounced dead at the scene. All Services are Free and Confidential. be deferred, any avoidable state fi nances. – Current law require- Community Colleges. dents in the area of the pro- Half of PISD 10th-grad- On May 27, approxi- 281-484-0005 posed bridge. Mancuso said ers passed all TAAS (Texas mately 400 guests attended travel expenditures, any ad- “To prepare for this eco- ments for the Foundation – Employer Contributions Beltway 8 South ministrative expenses that nomic shock, we must take School Program and school to the Teacher Retirement he had received a number of Assessment of Academic the offi cial dedication and Crisis Pregnancy Center are not mission critical and action today to ensure that safety. System and Employees Re- complaints over the wording Skills) tests. open house of the new Dr. keeping unfi lled any open the state can continue pro- – Funding for Child Pro- tirement System funds and to on the bridge ballot sent out A 37-year-old South Belt Kirk Lewis Career & Tech- positions that are not essen- viding the essential govern- tective Services. Social Security. by Sageglen’s Chris Clark re- resident was raped and beat- nical High School, named en by three males after they in honor of the Pasadena ran her car off the road on Independent School District Exceptional Grooming at Common Beamer then dragged her out superintendent. Located on Sense Prices Over The Back Fence by Alexis of it. a 32-acre plot of land at the Thompson Intermediate corner of Beltway 8 and Ge- teacher Camille Raycraft noa Red Bluff, the school is 281-484-9655 was named the 1995 Teacher designed to provide students HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NANA, Bush Elementary William Rampp. Sing a special birthday of the Year for intermediate with the skills necessary to AKA QUEEN LINDA! Give a birthday shout-out to Stephanie song June 3 to Robert Pheister. schools by the Pasadena Ro- enter the workforce imme- Linda Heinrich, aka “Queen” of Sagemead- Miller for a May 30 birthday. Kathy Anderson FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS tary Club. diately following gradua- ow celebrates her 74th birthday Thursday, May celebrates a birthday, June 3. The Leader sends birthday wishes to 20 years ago (2000) tion. Funding for the new 28. Congratulations and best wishes are sent to South Belt Elementary friends. For those wanting a birthday men- Woodmeadow resident campus was approved by her from her husband Ted Heinrich; son Carl The day for a double-fun birthday party tioned in this section, email mynews@ Racae’ Walker was crowned voters in November 2011 as Groom & Board and his wife Martha Heinrich and their children for Viridiana Escalante-Barron and Daniel southbeltleader.com with “OTBF: Friends Pre-Teen Miss Strawberry part of a $270 million bond. Carl IV, Drayton, Meadaux and Easton Hein- Frazier is May 29. Celebrate Birthdays” in the subject line by at the annual competition in The school is approximately rich; and daughter Piper Heinrich and Parker Stuchbery Elementary Friday noon for the next week’s publication. Pasadena. 246,000 square feet in size Tues.-Sat. 11506 Hughes Rd. The FBI conducted a raid and cost roughly $37 million Sais who all say, “We love you!” Best wishes are sent for a wonderful Thursday, May 28: Julie Rojas, Carl Potts 7am-6pm South Belt @ Hughes HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LUIS! birthday June 2 to Emily Bass. Sing a spe- and Jon Kidwell; Friday, May 29: Rauk at 10403 Sageyork. Accord- to construct. A joint venture Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to cial happy birthday tune June 3 to Sharon Sanchez, Cheryl Wyatt, Diana Balinas, ing to FBI offi cials, the raid with San Jacinto College, the Luis Escobar on Tuesday, May 28, from his Woodruff. Jessica Casas and Amanda Nguyen; was part of an ongoing crim- campus allows participating BFBGrooming.com family and co-workers at the Leader. Melillo Middle School Saturday, May 30: Misty Benefi eld, Albert inal investigation. students to graduate with a CONGRATS, ARMANDO! Send a birthday greeting June 2 to Maria Conger, Laura Stanford, Tanya Cole, Former Dobie student high school diploma, receive Proud parents Toni and Armando Garcia Eufracio. Sandy Zeigler and Stacey Brewer; Sunday, Craig Steven Meredith Jr. congratulate their son Armando Garcia who Beverly Hills Intermediate May 31: Gabi Hernandez, Sharon Rushing drowned. His body was fi nished his last year at Sanchez Elementary. Light the candles on a double-layer cake and Eddie Carlton; Monday, June 1, Shawn found off Crystal Beach. They say, “Mommy and Papi are so proud of May 28 for Ashley Collier and Cedric Lilly. Mims, Carroll McCullough, Richard 15 years ago (2005) how hard you worked during quarantine. Hope Blow out the birthday candles for Ilene Philpott, Lauren Lozano, Telly Arnold, Plans for the announced FURNITURE RE-DO you’re ready to tackle middle school. Future McKinney June 2. Joseph Niscavits and Karen Osborn; elementary school in South Class of 2027!” Thompson Intermediate Tuesday, June 2: Elizabeth Paredes- Belt’s Riverstone Ranch • Re-Pair • Re-Finish SCHOOL DAZE Sing a birthday song to Jessica Fitzmorris Trevino, Linda Miller, Melissa Garza and were indefi nitely suspended The following staff members of the Pasa- on May 28. Justin Hilliar; and Wednesday, June 3: due to the lack of develop- • Re-Glue • Re-Screw dena Independent School District celebrate Dobie High Sasha Divine, Richard Lelsz, Elbert Giron ment school offi cials antici- birthdays May 28 through June 3, 2020. Blow out the candles May 29 on a Sr., Susan Arnold and Jennifer Medina. pated. ‘We Re-Do For You’ Burnett Elementary decorated birthday cake for Johanna LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS A second fatality acci- Light the birthday candles for Althea Abedinzadeh. 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Dobie Class of 2018 graduate Destiny Estes has signed with Southeastern Community College in Keokuk, Iowa, to continue her education and bas- ketball playing career for her sophomore season. At Dobie, Estes used her solid outside shooting ability to contribute to a pair of league titles for the Lady Longhorns. The SCC Blackhawks compete in Re- gion 11 of the National Junior College Athletic Asso- ciation’s Division II ranks. Dobie softballers score all-district Perhaps the Dobie varsi- preparation for the June 4 is- ty softball team did not get sue and will present the nom- to complete what was a very inees. Which deserving play- promising 2020 spring sea- ers were recognized? Take a son, but that didn't stop many look June 4. The Lady Long- deserving players from scor- horns were 5-1 in district ing both all-district accolades play when the action stopped, for their play as well as their surely headed for 20 or more The Dobie varsity baseball senior Class of 2020 left a lasting legacy to live up to not only this season but seniors included, left to right, Gabriel Rojas, Steven Trevino, Xavier Cantu, Jonathan Resendez, Colby academic performance. overall wins as well as the as far back as 2017. Several of the players contributed heavily to an area round playoff appearance in Moore, Alan Lopez Jr., Sean Bonner, Daniel Garza, Noah Gonzales, Domenic Martinez, Justin Blogg, The Leader is putting to- postseason. They deserve to 2019 and at least two players have now joined the program's all-time record books. The group of 2020 Christian Cleckley and Lorenzo Mendez. Photo by Gary Williams gether those selections in be recognized.

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For Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the area, visit a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., its members continue their journey to becoming confi dent WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 https://aahouston.org/meetings. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 communicators and leaders. To be a guest at the virtual meet- 7:30 a.m. THURSDAY, MAY 28 (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. ing, select the “contact us” button on our home page menu AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 7 a.m. 7 p.m. (www.youngprofessionalstoastmasters.com) to obtain access a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 Congregation Shaar Hashalom –Due to the current health to our virtual meeting platform. For information, call Karen Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., situation, all in-person synagogue events are canceled. The Nunn at 832-722-9061 or Carolyn Carmichael at 832-372-3565. (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 synagogue is closed until further notice. All services will be 7 p.m. Noon (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. performed online. Join the Friday night service at 7 p.m. or Survivors of Suicide Support Group – gives coping skills in a Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, 7:30 a.m. the Saturday Shabbat at 9:30 a.m. service on a computer, non-threatening environment to adults who have lost a loved one noon, meeting online. Visit the website link at https://aahous Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. tablet or smartphone by using the GoToMeeting app and ac- to suicide. For details email [email protected] or visit ton.org/meetings/imperfect-nooners/. For information, call online on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81372891968. cessing the link https://www.gotomeet.me/cshonline with www.crisishotline.org or call 832-416-1177. 713-686-6300. Meeting ID: 813 7289 1968. Details are on Pearland Chamber the access code 471-821-285. For those who don’t have a Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open 7 p.m. of Commerce website under the calendar. computer, services may be accessed by calling (+1)-571- meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open Noon 317-3122. For members who wish to download a copy of the Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, call 713-661- meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, prayer book for the online service, visit https://www.shaarha 4200 or visit www.hascona.com. Presbyterian Church (youth building). If electronic meeting, call noon, meeting online. Visit https://aahouston.org/meet shalom.org/prayer-book-for-online-service.html. 7:30 p.m. 713-661-4200 or visit www.hascona.com. ings/imperfect-nooners/. For information, call 713-686-6300. 8 p.m. Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing re- Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286- 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – No meeting at CrossRoads UMC sumes when the ministry opens to the public. Dance is orig- 2525 (24-hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/ Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open meet- at 8 p.m. only until the church reopens. For details, call 281- inally scheduled on Monday, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El sexual abuse support group for women. Visit www.bayarea ing, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First 484-9243 or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. Camino Real, 77062. $4/session or $35/10 sessions for CSH turningpoint.org for information. Presbyterian Church (youth building). For information, call SUNDAY, MAY 31 members and $5/session or $45/10 sessions for nonmem- 8 p.m. 713-661-4200 or visit www.hascona.com. 5:30 p.m. bers. Everyone is welcome. For information, contact 281-488- Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program. 5861 or [email protected]. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Kirkwood Civic Association – will not have a meeting this Currently the group is not meeting in-person, but will resume Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 Step Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281-484-9243. month. The next meeting is scheduled for June 25. For more meetings when Life Church campus opens up. For more infor- Recovery is not meeting at this time but will resume when THURSDAY, JUNE 4 information, call Ericka McCrutcheon at 281-989-9990. mation, call 713-419-2635. church opens. For more information, call Jesse at 832-725- 7 a.m. FRIDAY, MAY 29 MONDAY, JUNE 1 8479 or Rita at 281-309-2801. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 7 a.m. 7 a.m. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 7 a.m. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 details, or drop in. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., 7:30 a.m. (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. 7 p.m. 10 a.m. (24/7) or visit https://aahouston.org/meetings/. online on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81372891968. Bay Area Genealogical Society – Temporarily meets online. Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 - 11 a.m. Although there Noon Meeting ID: 813 7289 1968. Details are on Pearland Chamber For details, visit https://www.txbayareagen.org/ and access are no in-person meetings at this time, visit http://www.hous Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, of Commerce website under the calendar. “Meetings Page” link under “Upcoming Events.” Click on tonalanon.org/meeting.html for an electronic meeting or call noon, meeting online. Visit the website at https://aahouston. Noon “Register Here” link for appropriate date. 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. org/meetings/imperfect-nooners/. For information, call 713- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open Noon 686-6300. noon, meeting online. Visit the website link at https://aahous meeting, 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, 6:30 p.m. ton.org/meetings/imperfect-nooners/. For information, call Presbyterian Church (youth building). For additional informa- noon, meeting online. Visit the website link at https://aahous Bay Area Quilt Guild – Meetings may resume the first 713-686-6300. tion, call 713-661-4200 or visit www.hascona.com. ton.org/meetings/imperfect-nooners/. For information, call Tuesday when the church reopens at Mt. Olive Lutheran 7 p.m. 8 p.m. 713-686-6300. Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Fellowship is at 6:30 p.m.; Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open meet- Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads UMC 6:30 p.m. meeting/program begins at 7 p.m. Visit www.Facebook.com/ ing, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Fridays, 8 p.m., when the church reopens. Family members Toastmasters – The Young Professionals Southeast BayAreaQuiltGuild or call Debby Benson at 713-248-8757 for Presbyterian Church (youth building). For information, call and friends of problem drinkers/addicts learn Al-Anon princi- Toastmasters Club #05324194 has gone virtual! Meeting is information. Visitors may attend two meetings free. 713-661-4200 or visit www.hascona.com. Page 8, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, May 28, 2020 Hurricane season begins June 1 Southeast Volunteer Fire Dept. receives award from Olson Continued from Page 1 Contrafl ow operations on map and important docu- falling debris. Conroe. The contrafl ow Highway 59 will begin just ments, such as driver’s li- Disaster supply kit lanes will end at US 287 near south of Kingwood Drive censes, passports, insurance checklist Ennis, 40 miles south of Dal- and continue to Nacogdo- policies and health cards. – Water: At least a sev- las. ches. Residents are urged to en-day supply (one gallon On Highway 290, con- County offi cials recom- cover their windows with per trafl ow operations will be- mend each household assem- shielding materials and to person per day). gin just west of FM 1960. ble a disaster-relief kit that secure or put up any loose – Food: At least a sev- Northbound traffi c from includes key items such as items around their homes. en-day supply of nonperish- State Highway 6 will be able fl ashlights, cell phones, extra Evacuees should fi ll their able/canned food. (Change to turn west onto 290 contra- batteries, battery chargers, a vehicles with gasoline as out stored water and food fl ow lanes. portable radio, a fi rst-aid kit, early as possible and take supplies every six months). Contrafl ow traffi c oper- emergency water and food, only one automobile per – First-aid kit. ations will continue to FM medical supplies, a nonelec- household, as extra cars cre- – Flashlight with a few 1948 near Burton. tric can opener, a highway ate traffi c congestion. extra batteries. Those leaving town are – Battery-powered radio. COUPON encouraged to bring extra – Medications and special cash in case banks are closed items (pain relievers, dia- $ FOUNDATION REPAIR and ATMs are not working. pers, etc.). 200 OFF OR Fleeing citizens are also – Tools and supplies. urged to notify family and – Sanitation (toilet pa- (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR friends (especially those out per, personal hygiene items, Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house. of the area) of their plans and etc.). destinations. – Change of clothes and Disabled individuals and bedding. seniors who require assis- – Cash. FOUNDATION REPAIR tance leaving the area should – Important family doc- call the state’s help line at uments (birth certifi cates, UNDER SLAB SEWER REPAIR 211 or visit www.211texas. insurance/ bank account in- HOUSE LEVELING org/211. formation, etc.). For more information, – Food, water and medi- visit www.hcoem.org. cine for pets. The Harris County Offi ce – Kennels or crates for Members of the Southeast Volunteer Fire Departments received a con- by Shanahan, Kristi Graham, Shelby Henderer, Jacob Lucadou, Ca Allied Foundations of Homeland Security and pets. gressional recognition at their meeting held Thursday, May 21. Attend- Ngyuen, Andres Greaber, Long Dinh, Jerry Terrell, Joel Reyna, Sherri Emergency Management of- Stay informed ing the meeting were (front kneeling) Bobby Host, David Cino, Alex Golightly, Jeremy Garza, Tom Golightly and Tino Martinez. Attending fers the following tips: If residents live in a Chapa, Ernesto Duenez; (back row) Chuck Tylka, Shelly Cino, David but not pictured is Clennis Tyer. See related photo Page 1. 281-479-5247 Preparedness low-lying, fl ood-prone area, Chicas, Mark Alvarez, Congressman Pete Olson, Robert Zolan, Bob- Photo by Marie Flickinger When a hurricane warn- they may be mandated to FREE ESTIMATES ing is issued by the Nation- leave, because heightened al Weather Service and the seas and tides can affect such coastal area is threatened, homes. July 4th South Belt residents should: If residents live in a mo- LAW OFFICE CLOSING – Monitor local TV and bile home in any evacuation parade canceled; NOW OPEN - Covid-19 radio stations. zone, plan to evacuate any- Precautions in Place – Fuel vehicles and gener- time a hurricane threatens. ators. Powerful winds are capable fireworks unknown The Law Offi ce of Call the Office for your – Check disaster supply of destroying mobile homes. Continued from Page 1 Saturday, increasing concerns appointment” kits. If residents are traveling $5,000, while last year’s event of large crowds in a city that has – Cover windows with with young children, elderly cost approximately $45,000. already drawn criticism from Specializing in Personal plywood. family members or people Should the fi reworks display many for reopening too early. Injury Cases – Bring in all furniture, with functional access needs, be canceled, it would mark the Beaches and restaurants on Milt Walker toys and any other objects they should leave early. second time in the event’s 32- the island reopened to the pub- that could become missiles. Waiting for a general evacu- year history, as it has also pre- lic May 1, attracting thousands – Moor boats to a safe and ation can put their health at viously experienced a rainout. of visitors. Barry Burleigh, D.C. secure place. risk and lengthen travel time. The Galveston Park board The park board suggest- Chiropractor – Take pictures of proper- Flood insurance of trustees on Monday, May 11, ed the event could be pushed will close on 11700 Beamer Rd. (281) 481-1623 ty and contents for insurance Residents wishing to pur- voted 6-2 to cancel its annual back to Labor Day, should purposes. 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St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church at 11011 Hall Held at Eleanor Tinsley and – Turn off utilities, if re- Road has scheduled a parish bazaar Saturday, Nov. 14, Sam Houston parks and along to make arrangements to retrieve your fi le. quested. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Allen Parkway, the annual – Remain indoors in a Anyone who wants to register for a craft or product ven- event draws tens of thousands You may leave a message. Denise Burleigh FREE NO Obligation closet, bathroom or hallway dor booth (no food or beverages), should contact Lupe Saiz attendees each year. Licensed Insurance on the lower level of the at [email protected]. The status of the annual fi re- Registration fee is $175 (no refunds, consider this a do- Sales Agent Consultations house, away from windows. works display at Kemah Board- If you have any questions, please contact – Cover one’s self and nation if the vendor or the event has to cancel due to un- walk also remained unclear at 11700 Beamer Road (Inside Burleigh Chiropractic) family members with a mat- foreseen circumstances). press time, but the event was Mary Walker at 281-481-0909. (832) 517-3976 • email [email protected] tress or a dining room table This fundraiser will benefi t the St. Luke Building Fund. still listed on the group’s web- to protect one’s self from The deadline for registering for a vendor booth is Sept. 25. site. YOUR HEALTH. YOUR SAFETY. OUR PRIORITY.

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