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TexasNorth the of to thestart Granada prior golfer Julieta of professional the watchful eye of golfunder playing around Castille, begins PeriDon Ray- mean swing, golfer witha An unlikely Photo by JohnStarkey paint 50¢ job - Page 2 April 27, 2013 THE RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com Global campaign encourages reading by donating 500,000 books Joining an ambitious campaign copies of a wide range of books to “The people we have given books romance novels and different books. we’re proud to support it” said Paige to encourage reading, Domtar Cor- people who either don’t read fre- to have been very receptive and very They allowed her to travel to places Goff, Domtar’s Vice-President of poration sponsored World Book quently or don’t have the means or appreciative,” Marlowe said. she had never been. She died when Sustainable Business and Brand Night U.S. access to printed books. “It’s been really fun.” she was 87, and I am sure reading Management. The effort distributed 500,000 Irving volunteers Brenda Mar- Marlowe felt a special connec- her books helped her live as long as “Domtar believes in the power free books at thousands of locations lowe and Art Purma distributed new tion between the elderly readers she she did,” Marlowe said. and joy of the simple act of reading a across America on April 23. copies of ‘Money Ball’ and ‘Look met that evening and her mother. “World Book Night is a re- printed book, and this is a great way World Book Night relied on Again’ to the Avante Rehabilitation “In her later years, the only minder that paper is personal, for us to give back to readers around 25,000 volunteer book lovers to Center and the Northgate Nursing happiness my mother had was read- purposeful and sustainable, and the country.” personally hand out specially printed and Rehabilitation Center. ing books. She would just get lost in COMMUNITY CALENDAR Link Auto Service Domestic & Asian Vehicle Specialist n Apr. 27 9 a.m.-2 p.m. n April 30 6 to 8 p.m. Lodge 323 is hosting the second an- ◆ Since 1981 Spring Spectacular Backyard Composting nual 4-Man Golf Scramble beginning Irving has pulled out all the stops with Learn how to compost using the at 1 p.m. at the Riverside Golf Club, ◆ Locally Owned & Operated events like Poochfest, Music on Main hot and cold methods at the Max G. 3000 Riverside Drive, Grand Prai- ◆ ASE Master Certified Technician Street, Arbor Day Celebration and Greiner Environmental Center, locat- rie. This golf scramble benefits the a street market. The goal is to have ed at the southeast corner of Conflans Irving Police Athletic League. Entry Our services are listed family-friendly events throughout and Gilbert roads. Students will learn fee is $65. No registration deadline. on our newly designed website: the Main Street area that Saturday what materials to use in building a Limited to the first 36 paid teams. www.Linkautoservice.com which will allow visitors to stroll from compost pile, have to troubleshoot Register by contacting Craig Holman or call 972-790-8208 the Heritage Senior Center, down composting problems and discuss the at [email protected]. For Second Street to Heritage Park, past benefits of composting. To register, more information, visit Irving Police 313 North Belt Line Rd. businesses and sidewalk sales on or for more information, visit cityo- Athletic League and select “Fundrais- Irving, TX 75061 Main Street, to the clock tower for the firving.org/begreen. ers/Support.” grand finale! n April 30 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. n April 27-May 5 n April 27 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Las Colinas Republican Women Club Too Many Girls Prescription Disposal Day Speaker will be Dr. Robin Armstrong, Lyric Stage presents Too Many Girls GUARANTEED WORKMANSHIP SUBSCRIBE! 214-676-1145 Residents may drop off their con- a Republican National Committee- in the Irving Arts Center’s Carpenter INSURANCE CLAIMS WELCOMED Rambler trolled pharmaceutical substances for man. All Elected Officials, Grassroots Performance Hall. Performances are AIRPORT FRWY (183) proper disposal from at two Walmart Activist, Guest, and Friends come April 27, May 2, 3 and 4 @ 8:00 P.M. PIONEER locations, 4100 W. 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Coppell firefighters will be hands-on exercises. 972-870-1992 Rambler nament at Hackberry Creek Country on the streets filling the boot for MDA Club with a shotgun start at 8:30 at various intersections throughout a.m. For more information and to the city. All fire companies will be register please contact Joe Darin or in service and available for calls as Judy Anderson at (972) 721-2200, or necessary. visit the chamber’s website at www. n May 2 6:45 p.m. irvinghcc.com. Irving Heritage Society n Chris Wallace will conduct the final SUBSCRIBE! April 29 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 214-676-1145 Dia de los Niños meeting of his term as President Rambler Join the East Branch Library in a free of the Irving Heritage Society. The celebration of Dia de los Niños/Chil- organization will hold their general dren’s Book Day! The East Branch meeting at 303 South O’Connor. The Library is kicking off Books Matter meeting, including the election of the @ Your Library book club with a two 2013-2014 officers, will begin and will hour event. The celebration features be followed by the installation of of- ADVERTISE! face painting, crafts, refreshments, ficers conducted by City Councilman 972-870-1992 Rambler book giveaways and a live perfor- Roy Santoscoy. The public is invited mance of Pinocchia by Artes de la to attend and enjoy refreshments in Rosa of Fort Worth. The East Branch the front yard of the Heritage House. Library is located at 440 S. Nursery n May 3 1 p.m. Road, Suite 103, Irving, TX, 75060. 4-Man Golf Scramble All participating families will receive The Irving Fraternal Order of Police TELL US WHAT’S UP! books to start their own home library. 972-870-1992 Rambler No registration is required. n April 29 6 p.m. Informational Meeting The City of Irving will host an infor- A Message You Can Take to Heart mational meeting at City Hall, Coun- cil Chambers, 825 W. Irving Blvd., regarding a proposal to place a cell tower in two City parks – Lively Park SUBSCRIBE! SUBSCRIBE! and Southwest Park. The proposed 214-676-1145 214-676-1145 cell towers would replace an existing light pole near the athletic field in Rambler Rambler each park. Residents are invited to provide input. For more information, call (972) 721-2424. n Apr. 30 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive Nationally Nationally Volunteers are the backbone of the American Red Cross. In the hour it Accredited Accredited takes to give blood, donors can help Chest Pain Heart Failure save the lives of up to three patients. Make the difference. U.S. Navy Re- Center Program cruiting District, 6440 N. Beltline in Irving. n April 30 9:30 a.m. to noon Pace Maker Seminar Nationally recognized heart care program. As part of the national Join the Pace We are proud to announce that Baylor Medical Center at Irving has earned both Chest Pain Center accreditation Makers awareness campaign, the and Heart Failure accreditation. In fact, Baylor Irving is one of only 75 hospitals nationwide to achieve Heart Irving Heritage Senior Center, the Failure accreditation. At Baylor Irving, these honors reaffi rm our commitment to improving patient outcomes Dallas Area Agency on Aging and the National Council on Aging will host a while continuing to provide safe, quality, compassionate care. free educational seminar followed by dancing at the Heritage Senior Cen- ter, 200 S. 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Member of The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce -- The Rambler is Copyrighted 2013 www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER April 27, 2013 Page 3 Gay rights struggle continues as Boy Scouts reconsider policy By Will Jukes ment to any rank in the Boy Scouts. movement also boasts unofficial sup- Andresen was denied the rank of the adult leadership role. The push- On March 27 the Supreme Court He was subsequently told that “he is port from The Northern Star Council Eagle, the “God and Country” re- back was immediate, and came from heard oral arguments in the case no longer eligible for membership and other former and current Scouts quirement, the faith requirement all both sides. But the move revealed of United States v. Windsor, better in scouting,” according to an official who have broken ranks with the na- Boy Scouts must adhere to, was cited. something about the Scouts’ thought known as the legal challenge to the statement released by the Boy Scouts. tional organization, a troubling testa- “The duty to God is absolutely process; it betrayed an executive body 1996 Defense of Marriage Act. The The actions of the BSA triggered ment to the damage this controversy explicit and one of the fundamental exhausted from strife and internal occasion was the subject of protests an immediate response, with Andre- has done to the Boy Scouts’ integrity principles of the BSA,” said Deron conflict. and counter-protests, op-eds and sen’s own mother leading the charge. and group solidarity. Smith. “It remains the position of “Going forward, everyone within counter-op-eds, the kind of atten- Karen Andresen, 49 and mother of Wahls spoke to me familiarly, the Boy Scouts of America that the the Scouting family must work to tion you’d expect for the most urgent three, started a change.org petition as a fellow Eagle Scout; “As you well ideals and principles of “duty to God” stay focused on that which unites us, civil rights issue in a generation: do supporting her son. know, Will,” he seemed to say a lot, and “reverence” set forth in the Scout reaching and serving young people to gay people deserve equal treatment “It hurts me so much to watch as he referenced minutiae of Scout Oath and Law—as expressed by the help them grow into good, strong citi- under the law? Ryan suffer for being who he is, be- policy and ethos I had long since for- different faith beliefs of our mem- zens as we prepare young people for Now, the combatants are cool- cause to me, he’s perfect,” she said in gotten. For him, as for many Scouts bers—are central to teaching young lives of adventure, leadership, learn- ing their heels: an answer to that her petition. “Ryan has worked for in favor of allowing gay participation, people to make better choices over ing, and service,” Deron Smith said. question is not forthcoming, and nearly 12 years to become an Eagle this is exactly the point: allowing their lifetimes.” Unfortunately for the Scouts, is not expected until June. In the Scout, and nothing would make him gays to participate as full and equal Wahls, as well as many others, the conflict seems likely to remain meantime though, the battle over more proud than earning that well- members is really about bringing the see no contradiction between faith regardless of which voice they choose gay rights is being fought on a quieter deserved distinction. Scouts back into alignment with their and homosexuality. to heed. A recent survey of 1,000,000 front, right here in Irving, as the Boy “I hope that if enough people own values. “I was raised in a Unitarian fam- members of the Boy Scouts showed Scouts debate whether to overturn come together, we can convince my “Our campaign is trying to show ily despite my parents’ sexual orien- 61 percent in favor of the current their longstanding policy to exclude son’s troop leaders to help him feel that just because you have the legal tation, and there are many churches policy, with 34 percent opposed. Con- homosexuals from participating in proud of who he is and all he’s ac- right to do something doesn’t make that agree there’s no contradiction, fusingly, a majority did not believe the organization. complished,” Karen said. it morally correct,” Wahls said, refer- like the United Methodists and the a Scout should be denied the rank It seems like an odd time for Andresen got her wish. The encing the intermittent court battles Presbyterians,” Wahls said. of Eagle on the grounds of sexual the Boy Scouts to revisit the issue. petition gathered over 400,000 sig- the Boy Scouts have faced and his On April 20, the Scouts pro- orientation. In the end, the fight for In 2012, the BSA announced to the natures, as well as an official letter of desire not to use legal pressure. posed a compromise; allow gays to unity and cohesion may prove to be world that an 11 member body “came support from Lieutenant Governor of This is probably where the op- participate at the youth level, but a longer, more painful struggle for to the conclusion that this policy California Gavin Newsome, as well as posing sides differ most. Both times continue to bar them from serving in them. is absolutely the best for the Boy Senator Barbara Boxer. In December Scouts,” according to Deron Smith, the local council agreed to convene PR Director for the BSA. a second board of review for Ryan, Now though, he has this to say. and on Jan. 7 they announced their ● Graduate of Irving High School “In 2012, the organization’s decision to award him the distinction ● leaders determined that, at that time, of Eagle Scout. Then, only two days Resident of Irving for 26 years the current policy was in the best later, their decision was over-ridden ● interest of the organization,” Smith by John Fenoglio, Scout Executive for Married to Pastor Larry Craig said. “The decision to maintain the the Diablo Silverado Council. ● Mother of 3 Irving graduates policy began a deep dialogue within Andresen, his family, and his Scouting. Out of respect for the di- supporters were heartbroken. But ● Current trustee verse beliefs of Scouting’s chartered the move also exposed fractures in organizations, the volunteer and pro- the organization, with Zach Wahls ● 20 year veteran educator fessional leaders began a discussion openly accusing the national organi- about the issue.” zation of over-riding local authority What has changed in the last in a statement to GLAAD. Continue to work with the board and superintendant nine months? Maybe it’s the national “It’s clear that Fenoglio’s rever- media attention gay rights have been sal was forced by BSA national. He’s to ensure that every teacher in Irving ISD receiving. Or maybe it’s something a paid employee, and unfortunately, has resources to help all students be successful. that hits the scouting movement a National exerts a lot of influence over little bit closer to home. their staff. His reversal, however, is Pol. Adv. Paid by Gwen Craig Campaign, Larry Craig Treasurer 804 S. Story Rd. Irving, Texas 75060 “I think it’s the story of Ryan most disappointing,” said Wahls. Andresen, and others like him, that’s Wahls is a national leader in the changing their minds,” said Zach scouting equality movement and in Wahls, an Eagle Scout and a founding the broader gay rights struggle. He member of Scouts for Equality. gained national attention in 2011 Andresen is an 18 year old resi- when a Youtube clip of his statement dent of the San Francisco area and before the Iowa House of Represen- by all appearances a model Scout. tatives went viral. Wahls, speaking in Andresen is a member of Order of the opposition to an amendment which Arrow, an elite brotherhood within would have abolished same sex civil the Boy Scouts whose membership is unions in Iowa, described the positive determined by adult nomination and home and family environment his troop elections. He attended Philm- lesbian parents were able to provide ont, the organization’s premiere for him and his sister. Since then he’s backpacking and adventure camp in gone on to found Scouts for Equal- Debra E Seznik, DDS New Mexico. 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The honor of TELLEagle US Scout, WHAT’S citing UP! his 972-870-1992 failure to meet the “Duty to God” Rambler requirement necessary for advance- On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Irving voters will vote on 25 propositions that, if passed, will make changes to IRVING SUNRISE the City Charter. ROTARY Educate yourself about the Propositions and Candidates.

SUBSCRIBE! 214-676-1145 RambleWhat isr a City Charter? A city’s constitution. It sets forth the basic and fundamental framework for the city government. Irving has a “home rule” charter which, very simply, refersA tougust the right 9 of the Sandra citizens toForster manage their municipality’s affairs at the lowest level with “minimum interference from the state.” What is includedRotar yin Distr the Irvingict Gove Cityrnor Charter?  10 articles,A ugusteach of 16which includes Billy D one Hines or more sections.  Defines city’sThe name;Histor boundaries;y of Nor corporatethPark powers; officers and elections; taxes and taxation; recall; bonds, warrants and other -Evi Join usADVERTISE! dence of Indebtedness;Center city manager; general provisions; and adoption. for great 972-870-1992speakers Ramble Allowsr for periodic changes to the Charter to keep up with the times or to comply with changes in state or federal law. every week!  City CouncilAugust creates 23 ad The hoc committeeMargaret of H communityunt volunteers to review the Charter and make recommendations. ™ IfHi approvedll Bridge by Council, and Dallas' the recommended Trinity changes—the propositions—are placed on the ballot of the next city election. We are always seeking ™ If approved by the voters, a propositions then becomes part of the Charter. new individuals who want River Project to make a di erence What can I expectAugust when 30 I go TBto Avote?  in TELLtheir coUSmm WHAT’Sunity. UP! There wille be I rv25 ing-Lpropositionsas Colinas on the Rota ballotry along with candidates for City Council and school boards.(Ballot available online at MEETINGS972-870-1992 RambleIrvingIssues.com/May_11_2013_ballot.pdf.)r Club meets every ursday at 7 a.m. Thursda y mornings  Each propositionNoon at the will L haveas C aolinas short description Country followed by a list of the articles and sections that are affected. Las Colinas Country Club  Each propositionClub, and wehas welcoto be votedme guests. on individually.—either We “FOR” or “AGAINST.” 4400 N.O'Connor Blvd are always seeking new individuals Irving, Texas 75062 What do the proposed amendments affect?  Some makewho thewa nChartert to make conform a di er to practicesence in that have been established by prior Charter amendments or by ordinance.  Most changes addresstheir stylecomm anduni modernizationty. of terms and expressions. For example, gender specific pronouns are eliminated.  Several changes are substantive in nature such as allowing citizens’ to place referenda and initiatives on the ballot for public vote.

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Irving Issues | P.O. Box 630922 | Irving, TX 75063 • www.IrvingIssues.com IrvingIssues Page 4 April 27, 2013 THE RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com Police investigate assault, infant death The Irving Police Department is currently investigat- custody at the Irving Jail on one count of aggravated ing the death of a newborn child that was discovered on sexual assault; however, additional charges may be April 20. The initial investigation has revealed that the filed against Hernandez pending further investigation. mother of the deceased child is the 14-year-old victim Hernandez is currently employed by the Irving ISD as a of a sexual assault that the Irving Police Department is custodian. At this point, investigators have no evidence currentlyCoppell’ investigating.s New Municipal The initial investigation Cemetery started that would lead them to believe that there are any other Coppell’s New Municipal Cemetery when the victim was taken to the hospital due to bleeding. sexual assault victims. Burial Gardens,Once Columbar the victimium was at the John Argumaniz, Public Information Officer for Burial Gardens, Columbarium Familhospital,y Estates she made an outcry state- Irving Police Department, responded to questions regard- Family Estates www.rollingoaksmemorment aboutialcenter sexual .comassault, being ing the investigation during a press conference. www.rollingoaksmemorialcenter.com pregnant and giving birth to a baby. “Our investigation revealed that our victim was taken 972-304-6123The Irving Police Department was to a soccer complex on World Cup Way in Irving where 972-304-6123 contacted at that point and an in- she gave birth to the child,” Argumaniz said. Then she vestigation was initiated. The baby returned home. Her mother noticed she was bleeding, was discovered a short time later became alarmed and took her to the hospital. That is when and pronounced deceased. we were notified and started our investigation. We don’t Mauricio Hernandez As a result of that investigation, know how far along she was. We can say it was anywhere 51-year-old Mauricio Hernandez, of Irving, has been from six to nine months.” charged with aggravated sexual assault of the victim and When asked if the victim might face charges for her with capital murder in the death of the newborn infant. actions leading to the death of the infant, Arugmaniz During the course of the investigation, investigators responded, “That is something our investigators will learned that the victim was pregnant as a result of the have to look at. It is a very traumatic, awful situation, so sexual assault and that Hernandez provided the victim we have to be very careful, and we want to be sure we are with pills that would terminate the pregnancy. As a result very thorough in our investigation.” of taking the pills, the victim gave birth to a child that died Hernandez is in-custody at the Irving Jail and is Traditional Funeral Service shortly after birth. being held without bail. A special staffing meeting com- includes: embalming, casket, The investigation is ongoing and involves a juvenile prised of members of a multi-disciplinary team will be visitation and funeral. $3,995 victim; therefore, details are limited. The victim and scheduled sometime next week in order to determine the suspect know one another. Hernandez is currently in- best course of action for the victim. Coppell’s New Municipal Cemetery Coppell’s New Municipal Cemetery Burial Gardens, Columbarium Burial Gardens, Columbarium Prince,F amilBolemany Estates named High Spirited Citizens

High spirited in everything they ● Pre-Need plansFamil from yother Estates funeral homes honored do, Irving’s most recent award recipi- ents, Kass Prince and Craig Boleman, have logged more volunteer hours combined since venturing to Irving inwww 1998 than.rollingoaksmemor most do in a lifetime. ialcenterIr- .com www.rollingoaksmemorialcenter.com ving Mayor Beth Van Duyne and the Irving City Council officially named the couple High972-304-6123 Spirited Citizens 972-304-6123 on April 18 in recognition of their unmatched passion and diligence to Chism-Smith Funeral Home make the Irving community thrive. & Cremation Service Prince was recruited to Irving by Arts Center Executive Director Rich- ard Huff to oversee facility operations and serve as his second-in-command. Basic Direct Cremation She has dedicated time off-the-clock $795 to serve as a volunteer for many of Irving’s art organizations, includ- ing Lyric Stage, Irving Community Family owned and operated Theater and the Irving Symphony 403 South Britain Preferred Lifelegacy Provider Irving, Texas Orchestra. Reflecting their longstanding support of local organizations, Craig Boleman and Kass A graduate of the Greater Irving- Prince receive the High Spirited Citizens Award from Mayor Beth Van Duyne. / Courtesy photo chismsmithfuneralhome.com 972-259-7644 Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Leadership Irving program, Prince Owner of the Irving-based cre- closer to home. As the proud parents was an original member of the Ir- ative firm SoloShoe Communica- of rescued pets, both Prince and Bole- ving Firefighter Ball Committee and tions, Boleman donates talent and man dedicate a good portion of their more recently served on the board of resources to events including the time to the DFW Humane Society. directors for the Irving Firefighter’s Firefighter’s Ball; the DFW Humane A Humane Society board mem- Foundation. She is past treasurer for Society’s Black Collar Affair; the ber since 2007, Prince currently the University Hills Homeowner’s Irving Healthcare Foundation’s Tex- serves as the no-kill shelter’s vice Association Board; a founding board asfest; and Le Jazz Hot for the Irving chair. member of Texans for the Arts; and Symphony Orchestra. This year marks the third con- past president for both the South- Boleman has served on the secutive year that the two serve as west Theatre and Film Association board of directors for the Irving Cable co-chairs of the Humane Society’s Founder Continuing and the Southwest Performing Arts Board; Greater Irving/Las Colinas annual Black Collar Affair fundraiser. Presenters. Chamber of Commerce; and Irving Under their leadership, money raised Giving credence to the saying Symphony Orchestra Association. for the shelter has grown; and the The Tradition that “the couple that volunteers He is the chair of Irving Commu- Black Collar Affair has turned into together stays together,” Boleman nity Theater’s (ICT) MainStage Play Irving’s can’t miss event of the fall, “The Right Choice served with his wife on the Univer- Selection Committee, and played a complete with a pet parade and cos- for Over 54 Years.” sity Hills Board of Directors and the starring or supporting role in six ICT tume contest. Irving Firefighter’s Ball Committee, productions. For their efforts, Humane Soci- which included a stint as the event’s The couple’s biggest passion in ety Board Chair Rick Bidne honored co-chair. the community, however, is a litter them with the President’s Award in 972-254-4242 2012. www.brownmem.com The High Spirited Citizen pro- Ben F. Brown gram was initiated in 1988 by the Ir- ving Convention and Visitors Bureau. OBITUARIES Its purpose is to encourage the spirit Director in Charge Gary Westerman of volunteerism. To date, more than Maria E. Reynolds 400 of Irving’s “unsung” heroes have Owned and Operated by NOTICES been honored with the award. Maria E. Reynolds, age 89, a Jeanne Brown & The Brown Family resident of Irving for 45 years, passed Arrangements by Source: City of Irving Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home, away Monday, April 22, 2013. Born 972-254-4242 February 2, Billy Stewart, 81 1924 in Hauen- June 23, 1931 – April 19, 2013 stein, Germany Milton Earl Norris, 85 Visalakshi Rao Vallury, M.D., Ph.D. to Hans and Ro- May 12, 1927 – April 19, 2013 sina Lorber, she Specializing in Family Practice Arrangements by was a member ✦ of Oak Haven Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home, University of Illinois College of Medicine United Meth- 972-579-1313 James Scholar Program for Independent Study Kathryn Ann Almanzar odist Church in November 2, 1941 – April 18, 2013 ✦ Mt. Sinai Family Practice Residency of Chicago, Illinois Irving and a member of the Mercedes Nancy Jane Johnson Department of Family Medicine and Community Health Benz Club. Maria is survived by her April 26, 1931 – April 19, 2013 husband of 54 years, Claude Reynolds Lee Stieber ✦ Board Certified, American Academy of Family Physicians of Irving; daughter, Petra Ahrens of July 1, 1919 – April 19, 2013 ✦ Fluent in English and Telugu Flower Mound; grandsons, Blake Harold M. Gordon Ahrens and Trevor Ahrens. Visitation May 15, 1925 – April 22, 2013 was Thursday at Donnelly’s Colonial Kasongo Guy Mavula MEDICAL November 17, 1957 – April 22, 2013 Call today to schedule Funeral Home. Service was 11:00 a.m., and Montez Dodd Vasek SURGICAL an appointment! 972-253-4343 Friday, April 26 in the funeral home December 9, 1938 – April 23, 2013 CLINIC of Chapel. Burial followed at Oak Grove IRVING 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd. Suite 325 Irving TX 75061 Memorial Gardens in Irving.

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The event’s Mistress of Cer- ers. Accept help. Every person has their body language. We can listen Use the KISS principal – Keep Purse auction emonies was Pam Boyd founder of a gift; find their gift and learn from and see things and make connections It Simple Stupid. If you want to com- Continued from Page 1 Dramatic Conclusions that provides it because it will make you a better that men cannot. Out think. We have municate clearly, don’t overcompli- assistance to business owners to person. the ability to not only logically think, cate your message. purse, you are paving the road for the build work environments without Be passionate. Have an opinion; but intuitively think. That allows us Don’t be afraid to fail. It’s in fail- advancement of women,” said Neha drama. Boyd is also writer and speaks don’t be indifferent. Enjoy what you the ability to think bigger. ure that we begin to see possibilities. Kunte, President of IIWC. “Women worldwide. do. If you’re not happy, move on and Unite. Bring different points of When you don’t want to fail, you are make 80 percent of the buying deci- “Not too long ago, I was a wom- find what makes you happy. Don’t view together. not seeing the other side of an idea. sions in American homes. You made an desperately in need of the type of let circumstances in life dictate your Deliver: If you bring an idea to Define your legacy, your lasting one tonight to come here and spend help and hope that this event brings unhappiness. Take control. the table, and others have bought into impact on the world. Motivate your- time with women supporting other to women,” Boyd said. “I thought I Challenge the status quo. Wom- it, you’d better be able to deliver, or self to understand your vision. Life is women to reach beyond themselves had no choices; I was desperately en are natural change agents. Be you won’t be asked back to the table a journey – enjoy the trip and grow by simply purchasing a purse – alone, and I longed to hear just one loud. Listen. Watch people. Look at again. as a person on the journey. purses that do more than carry your voice of encouragement. Many of accessories of life – they tell a story. you here tonight know all too well “We are here to celebrate women what that feels like and what I’m and sisterhood. Too many times, we talking about. With IIWC tonight we Dr. Sharon Cebik hear women express how increasing- together speak the language of hope ly isolated they feel, invisible, stressed for women all over the world with one Internal Medicine and misunderstood. Tonight, we are passionate voice.” ✦ Joined Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving in 2007 here to see diverse faces because we Boyd asked everybody to stand ✦ want to change that existence for up and tell another woman near Educated at the University of Connecticut and St. George’s University ourselves and others. them: “You’re the woman the world School of Medicine in Grenada. Dr. Cebik was a resident in internal “IIWC is a non-partisan group is waiting for.” medicine at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center of dynamic women who come to- “It is important for each one of ✦ Accepts most major health plans including Medicare and Medicare gether and share experiences and us to hear that – to hear someone Advantage plans such as Aetna Medicare PPO, Medicare Complete, information,” Kunte said. “Our have confidence in us, and that’s what Humana Medicare PPO, Blue Cross Medicare and AARP. members come from all walks of life this organization does and what this – from little girls that grew up nearly evening is about,” Boyd said. MEDICAL homeless to heads of companies, Keynote speaker for the event Call today! and 972-253-4200 to stay-at-home moms, to retired was Ann Mukherjee, Senior Vice SURGICAL grandmothers, college students, and President & Chief Marketing Officer Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. CLINIC of 2021 N. 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Bhutan and both attend Alliance Know thyself; love thyself. Do a Career Institute. They are TilaSubedi SWOT Analysis –Strengths, Weak- and Nar Dahal. nesses, Opportunities, Threats. “This organization supports Build on your strengths. When you women from other countries that understand your weaknesses, you come here, and they’re degreed can compensate for them. Find op- – they’re dentists, they’re pharma- portunities by talking to people you cists, and when they come here, trust. They may see your potential their degrees are not certified,” said more than you do. Understand your Christina Winters Gears, Founder of threats – your insecurities. IIWC. “They need support; they need Prioritize thyself. Women put encouragement, so we started this women last. Just like with the oxygen seven years ago. I discovered some of masks on a plane, you have to take these women when I was campaign- care of yourself before you can help ing with my ex-husband. 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w w w . n o r t hla kec ollege .ed u Page 6 April 27, 2013 THE RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com City Council candidates answer three questions Candidates for this year’s open seats on the Irving City Council the opportunity candidates’ responses in their own words. to allow citizens to know them and their platforms by answering three questions. The Rambler Newspapers are proud to present, for your consideration, the Through the newspaper, each candidate was given up to 350 words to per question following candidates for the Irving City Council. Early voting is April 29-May 7 and to state their answers and their point of view in writing. What follows are the Election Day is May 11. changed in the way the City is I believe that as our city continues to most recently, South Irving Library’s I support The Greater Irving - Loren Byers, Place 1 currently doing business? prosper and grow, that it is our duty groundbreaking. Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce 1. Are you or are you not in The City needs to do more about to ensure that our citizens’ voices are Transportation has always been continuing to undertake economic support of the Irving, Las Colinas the tough situations that influence heard and that we continue to listen key to Irving’s success, whether it development on behalf of the City of Chamber of Commerce being in the erosion of neighborhood property to them and continue to build rela- was the original rail stop of the Rock Irving. I’m not in favor of some of the charge of economic development values and absorb hours of staff time. tions with our citizenry. Island Railroad; the DFW Airport; things they’ve done in the past. for the city of Irving? Why? The result almost certainly leaves the Trinity Railway Express in South The best way to develop a busi- NO, absolutely not. I am in favor everyone feeling powerless and apa- Irving, or now, the Dart Orange Line, ness environment is to have the of the present arrangement where the John Danish, Place 1 thetic due to disrespect toward the 1. Are you or are you not in North America’s the longest light rail business community as a key player city remains in charge and contracts neighborhood and property values. support of the Irving, Las Colinas system. at the table. Some have opined that with the Chamber to perform the This results in an undesirable neigh- Chamber of Commerce being in With the improving economy, bringing the Chamber into The City function. Although Wikipedia is a borhood environment for families, charge of economic development land banked around Heritage Cross- as a “new department” is a feasible questionable source, I do like their businesses, realtors and potential for the city of Irving? Why? ing, and rail connection to DFW option. definition of an economic corpora- homebuyers. After all, South Irving is Economic development in to- Airport next year, South Irving stands I have problems with this: tion, “An economic development a community of neighborhoods and day’s world has become an important ready to accommodate development #1) By doing so, you’re inher- corporation is an organization com- the integrity of those neighborhoods consideration for cities. My platform to offer residents new shopping, ently growing government, and that’s mon in the United States, usually a should necessarily be protected. calls for the City to immediately dining, living, and working oppor- something that I’m adamantly op- 501(c) (3) non-profit, whose mission proceed with the development of tunities. I believe Irving’s best days posed to, we need to grow business, is to promote economic development Juan Martin Ronco Jr., City owned land in Heritage Cross- are ahead. There is no better place not government. within a specific geographical area. Place 1 ing. We have been waiting on this to make good things happen than in #2) The functions of city gov- These organizations are similar, 1. Are you or are you not in development for several years now. It South Irving. ernment include: approving plans, and complementary, to Chambers support of the Irving, Las Colinas is wise to partner with those groups 3. What is the most impor- allowing variances, issuing permits... of Commerce.” If it is similar and Chamber of Commerce being in and organizations that can help us tant thing you think needs to be if you add economic development, complementary to the Chamber, the charge of economic development succeed. A local chamber and City changed in the way the City is the next thing you know the City will creation of a city Economic Develop- for the city of Irving? Why? should always work hand-in-hand currently doing business? picking winners and losers, which is ment Corporation would be duplicity. I would like to see cooperation to create the best economic climate I believe in a basic philosophy NOT the proper role government. Why ever would anyone want more continue to grow and strengthen possible for our residents and busi- where good government, as Abraham The same candidate who has pro- duplicate effort in government? between the Irving Chamber of Com- nesses. If a contract relationship Lincoln said, is a “government that posed this stated at a recent forum... At the present time the Chamber merce and the City of Irving rather is pursued, the contract should be is of the people, by the people, and “Never trust a bureaucrat,” and I can show a good benefit to cost ratio, than one entity being in charge of undertaken because it is the most for the people.” When this type of agree, so lets not create more of them. which indicates we are getting our economic development. The Cham- efficient way to accomplish our goals. government is achieved, government Now, that being said, can the money’s worth. I am concerned that ber of Commerce has contributed Any cost must realistically be based cannot be the enemy; it is merely a Chamber of Commerce and the City taking the function in-house would greatly to our City and I believe both on the tasks the City wishes to have reflection of its citizens. communicate better, sure. We need create yet another city governmental the City of Irving and Chamber of performed. The contract should be Irving’s government is a Council them to have an open line of com- department. Accordingly, that would Commerce continuing to work to- reviewed every year for its effective- Manager form of government. The munication. There is and should con- require taxpayers to shoulder the ad- gether will only serve Irving more ness in both cost and results. During City Manager is the Municipal Orga- tinue to be regular updates between ditional expense for hiring and hous- effectively. my tenure as a former city council nization’s Chief Executive/Operating the two so that everyone stays on the ing the management and staff which The Chamber of Commerce role member I watched finances very officer. The nine elected City Council same page. There is a open and hon- would add to the benefit and pension in economical development has had carefully. I understood and respected Members are the Board of Directors. est working relationship and we need premiums for which the city pays. favorable results and I would like that I was a steward concerning the I formerly served as an At- not change that, but the Chamber is While the department is being set to continue to advance the Irving public’s money. I will abide by the Large Irving City Councilman with still accountable for the city dollars up, nothing would be accomplished Economic Development Partnership same principle if District 1 voters City Manager Jack Huffman. Mr. they receive. waiting for them to “get up to speed”. that we share as a city and chamber. elect me to serve as their councilman. Huffman instructed me during my 2. South Irving is an am- Then in the end, our new economic While doing so, I believe we should 2. South Irving is an am- orientation meeting to learn to count biguous term. Describe what development corporation would always seek to improve and seek to biguous term. Describe what to five. This was his way of saying, you think of as South Irving and want to hire the best consultants identify ways to be more efficient you think of as South Irving and John, you need to arrive at a con- how you would help create eco- money can buy to provide a report while being as effective as possible how you would help create eco- sensus of five votes on the council nomic development for the area telling them what they should already to retaining current business as well nomic development for the area for me to implement and follow your described. be doing. as continuing to work together to described. directions. I see Irving as having several According to CALED (Califor- identify ways to attract development When I think of South Irving, I My above story should not be parts. nia Association for Local Economic to our great city. envision the Main Street and Rock misconstrued to imply that Mr. Huff- “Old South Irving” is south of Development) economic develop- 2. South Irving is an am- Island crossroad, now known as man was a weak City Manager. On Rock Island. ment is the, “effort on the part of the biguous term. Describe what Heritage Crossing. At the turn of the the contrary, he, along with his Chief “New South Irving” is Rock responsible governing body in a city you think of as South Irving and century two Rock Island Railroad Financial Officer, Ralph Ellis, Jr., Island north to 183. or county to influence the direction of how you would help create eco- surveyors selected this location as a who had a talent for always knowing “Middle or Central Irving” is private sector investment toward op- nomic development for the area rail stop. The wife of one of the sur- where the City’s money was located, 183 to Northgate, and then there’s portunities that can lead to sustained described. veyors admired Washington Irving. was very aggressive in raising red “North Irving.” economic growth”. The Chamber I have come to known South She suggested naming the rail stop warning flags concerning the City’s All that being said, lets look at is already accomplishing that end Irving on a geographic basis as being “Irving.” financial operations and advising South Irving. We need to improve the and there is no salient argument for the area of Irving south of Northgate Settlers selected the best soil the Council of approaching financial crumbling infrastructure; overhead jeopardizing that success. if you divide the city in halfway and with the best trees. Root systems storms. wires need to be buried and I would 2. South Irving is an am- on the basis of development as well. need not go very deep to find the City Council members took in- suggest starting in the Heritage biguous term. Describe what I believe that for our city to continue water table. The Shady Grove Road formation relayed by Mr. Huffman. Crossing area. While we’re at it we you think of as South Irving and to prosper, capital improvement and namesake confirms this concept. Members individually exercised should replace water and sewage how you would help create eco- development must continue in many District 1 encompasses much of fiduciary duty to the citizens and in need of replacement. In terms nomic development for the area vicinities particularly in south Irving the original Irving. It consists of two collectively arrived at a council con- of economic development, the city described. such as, residential areas, roads and zip codes: 75060 south of the Rock sensus regarding the specific policy to needs to have a vision comprising Ambiguous is an apt term for a areas such as Heritage District. Island Railroad and 75061 south of be implemented by the City Manager. retail, restaurants, single-family and boundary between North and South By focusing on the revitaliza- Airport Freeway. Irving Boulevard In my thirty years of public ser- multi-family housing, transportation Irving. It depends on who you ask. tion of these areas, not only can we crisscrosses the District running from vice, whether it be during my tenure and entertainment. I’d like to see a Some would say everything south of provide a more modern Irving for its Southeast to Northwest corner. on the Planning and Zoning Commis- vision which is pedestrian and bicycle 114, for others the line is Northgate, our residents but, further attract new Finally, when I think of South sion, the Board of Directors for Dallas friendly to bring the “Live, Work, some would say Rochelle, and yet residents to our great city. More so, Irving, I think of a place I call home; Area Rapid Transit, or the Board Play” theme to Heritage Crossing there is still a contingent that would we should focus on attracting the type a place where I was born and raised; of Trustees for the Irving Veterans similar to what we’re doing in the maintain 183 is the elusive boundary. of business to Irving that Irving needs a place where the Danish family has Memorial Park, these organizations Urban Center. I really don’t think it matters that such as restaurants and entertain- a tradition of public service spanning succeeded at developing a sense of 3. What is the most impor- much, after all it is only an artificial ment venues for our families. six decades. unity among fellow board members. tant thing you think needs to be boundary anyway. The important Furthermore, when we focus My father, Dr. John E. Danish, As former Mayor Dr. Bob Pearce said, changed in the way the City is thing is that we think as a city and on revitalization and improvement served as Minister of Berean Memo- “there is no I in team.” currently doing business? realize what is good for one part of of our community and district, there rial Church at the Southeast corner My record of fair and proven The City shouldn’t be “doing the city is, or should be, good for needs to be a primary focus on help- of Sixth Street and Nursery Road for leadership will enable me to con- business”... The City needs to be col- the entire city. With that thinking, ing our citizens, pushing to prevent fifty-two years. He began the Berean tribute maturity and stability to the lecting taxes and fees for providing it becomes a lot easier to allocate homelessness, teen homelessness, Boys Band with Irving High School Irving City Council. It is my hope and essential services and improving the resources where they are needed. If and to continue to lower crime. varsity football players . Later, he belief that I can work with my fellow quality of life for its residents. aging infrastructure is a problem in Thereafter, we can also focus erected Berean Christian Academy, council members to achieve a win- The City needs to be vigilant a section of our city, we need to focus on,”Green” improvement and further one of Irving’s first private schools. ning team effort for Irving’s citizens. in keeping within the proper role maintenance efforts there. If drain- embark as a modern and eco-friendly He constructed a Gymnasium for of government. From being in the age is a problem in another part of city to serve as a model for surround- youth ministries dedicated by Texas concessions business to operating the city, we should take the necessary Kensley Stewart, Place 2 ing municipalities by continuing to Governor Price Daniels in 1958. 1. Are you or are you not in multifamily housing and building action to protect lives and property promote sustainability and conserva- The Heritage District is home support of the Irving, Las Colinas single family homes... these are not there. Where crime is a problem, tion in our city. to Centennial Park, Millennium Chamber of Commerce being in the proper role of government. For police presence should be increased. 3. What is the most impor- Fountain, Veterans Memorial Park, charge of economic development example, Tudor Lane was a crime The same goes for economic devel- tant thing you think needs to be South Irving Transit Center, and for the city of Irving? Why? See CANDIDATES, next page opment. If onerous flood control as- changed in the way the City is sessments restrict development, we currently doing business? need to provide incentives to coun- I believe that the most important teract the negative effect they have thing that needs to be changed in the on attracting businesses and families. way the City is currently doing busi- Gerald Edelman, M.D., Ph.D. If run-down property is affecting ness is by always seeking to improve Joins the Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving! property values and degrading the the way our City government and by integrity of a neighborhood, code en- continuing to uphold integrity, com- Specialist in Oncology and Hematology forcement staff needs to take action. mitment and service to its citizens. I ✦ But specifically for the southern por- believe that if our city provides the Graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine tion of the city, we need to continue best of services to our citizens, this ✦ Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine our association with Gateway for will allow our government to pres- with a subspecialty in Medical Oncology development of the Heritage district. ent itself as a friendly and devoted ✦ Principal Investigator at the Mary Crowley Medical Research Center Additionally, we need to work in close government committed to the needs ✦ association with Grand Prairie to as- of our citizens and will only further Has served the Irving Community since 1991 sure complimentary development of open the doors to business, oppor- our border with them on projects as tunities and new residents. As a city, Accepts most Health Plans described on the Proposals page at we should continue to work together www.LorenByers.com . with our residents to identify the including Medicare 972-253-4245 3. What is the most impor- problems of our city and what we 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 210, Irving, TX 75061 tant thing you think needs to be can do to strive together. Moreover,

Ste 350. www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER April 27, 2013 Page 7 Coppell HS Honor Band earns Overall Outstanding Band at Meyerson competition By Tracy Begland The CHS Honor Band received the Overall Outstand- ing Band Award at the two-day American Classic Tourna- ment of Champions April 11-12 at Meyerson Symphony Center. Both the CHS Symphonic Winds and Wind En- semble groups earned Best in Class for their performances. “Each band had great moments,” said Scott Mason, head CHS band director. “In a competition that included 20 bands and orchestras, the CHS groups stood out to the judges whose comments included ‘great expressive music’ and ‘unbelievable for high school students.’ All three bands received first divisions from every judge for selections that included works of John Phillip Sousa, Richard Strauss and Johann Sebastian Bach. Mason said he attributes the bands’ successes to hard work, a great private lesson staff and great students.

and could not be replaced without trustee, having served on the board. open house. They had parents go Candidates cost. We cannot ignore that busi- School board “As a trustee my role is to be through the classrooms. They had Continued from previous page nesses have come to Irving or stayed Continued from Page 1 a voice for students, for teachers,” one act plays. It was in evening of in Irving and proclaimed the Irving job to figure out what to do about it Craig, a retired educator, said. “We entertainment. “ infested area adjacent to one of our Las Colinas Chamber as a strategic and keep our teachers here in Irving.” do hire the superintendent. We do Benavidez said he wasn’t sure if schools. The City was right in con- part of that recruitment or retention Gregory agreed that there is a evaluate the superintendent, and we what the district was doing for par- demning and removing the habitat process in concert with City Staff and line between the superintendent’s job are responsible to approve the bud- ents was enough. for criminals, drug dealers and pros- sometimes the Governor’s Office. and the trustee’s job. get. We try to work as a team with the “You really don’t know if those titutes. The City instead chose to ap- 2. South Irving is an am- “Board policy is very clear about superintendent.” programs are working,” Benavidez, ply for Federal dollars (“free money”) biguous term. Describe what those rules,” Gregory, a minister, Candidates were also asked who is retired, said. “This whole issue to develop the area. The problem is you think of as South Irving and said. “We’re supposed to create the vi- about how to motivate parents to be- really needs to be looked at by the the grant money divided by the num- how you would help create eco- sion and provide the superintendent come more involved with their chil- trustees and superintendent.” ber of homes shows a deep discount nomic development for the area with the resources to achieve that dren’s school, such as with programs The forum was presented by the sales price to actual build costs, es- described. goal and we’re supposed to evalu- like the Parent Teacher Association. Irving League of Women Voters, the sentially wasting federal tax dollars. Northgate is often considered ate the superintendent. We do not “We’ve got to push the envelope Irving Chamber of Commerce, the the dividing line between North and dictate curriculum. We leave that to and figure out how we can engage Irving Hispanic Chamber and the Las South Irving. The type of planning the professionals.” the parents,” Randle, a business Colinas Association. Rene’ Castilla, Place 2 that occurred in South Irving was 1. Are you or are you not in Craig, the incumbent for place 5, owner, said. “One example of that Early voting starts April 29 and varied through the years of growth said she understands the position of a was at Nimitz High School at their Election Day is May 11. support of the Irving, Las Colinas from the 1940’s to present day. As Chamber of Commerce being in a result, we are left with challenges charge of economic development in South Irving that require extraor- for the city of Irving? Why? dinary measures due to deficiencies I am proposing that the city and aged developments in the south Constance Q. Zhou, MD take the lead in Economic Develop- part of the City. Specialist in Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery ment and create a Department of The obvious answer is to supply Economic Development that guides heavy doses of current city services ✦ Medical Degree in Otolaryngology from University of Texas city planning and economic strategy and bring forward ordinances that Southwestern Medical School, 2006 and that follows a master plan for will improve quality of life and aes- residential and commercial develop- thetics. I am told that our ordinances ✦ Residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center ment of South Irving, Las Colinas and are weak compared to other DFW ✦ Valley Ranch serving as the primary benchmark cities. I have urged city Joined the Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving, October 2011 contact for chambers of commerce staff repeatedly if that is the case, ✦ Bilingual: English and Chinese and residential commercial devel- then bring those ordinances forward opers. to Council with the facts and place 2. South Irving is an am- the burden on the Council - where biguous term. Describe what it belongs - to act (or not) on this Call today to schedule you think of as South Irving and information. Evaluate staffing needs an appointment! 972-253-4280 how you would help create eco- to achieve these goals. nomic development for the area Secondly council should con- 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 225, Irving, TX 75061 described. centrate and place greater priority The Heritage Crossing is an on everyday quality of life issues like example of what is typical South neighborhoods and code enforce- Irving. It is has area that has seen ment. The benefits of an upswing many plans with not action. I propose economy should be directed at our that the city review all proposed plans neighborhoods and the long time with an eye to focus on the residen- citizens that have stayed the course tial, commercial, industrial, and for years as Irvingites. Improved retail needs of South Irving and draft quality of life and livability warrants a community plan—South Irving as much or more time and attention 2016—that guides the redevelopment by council members, as do high pro- of neighborhoods, that addresses file decisions. the needs of the constantly chang- Thirdly we are currently in an ing mix of longtime residents and RFP process to get a new comprehen- SUBSCRIBE! new neighbors, and that establishes sive plan citywide. This will identify 214-676-1145 Rambler guidelines for commercial and retail properties that can no longer sustain land use that turns south Irving into their original purpose and are better a destination. suited for a new life. This in turn will 3. What is the most impor- lead to rezoning that will once again tant thing you think needs to be make these properties attractive to changed in the way the City is investors/developers. currently doing business? Fourth, we should engage with ADVERTISE! We need to eliminate the prac- active realtors to get periodic feed- 972-870-1992 Rambler tice of commercial and residential back on the challenges of selling developers, and consultants dealing homes in Irving vs. similar neighbor- directly with the City Council. ing cities. The realtors can identify code deficiencies, missing neighbor- Gerald Farris, Place 7 hood amenities, etc. that are proven 1. Are you or are you not in barriers that make Irving unattract- support of the Irving, Las Colinas ive to homebuyers. TELL US WHAT’S UP! Chamber of Commerce being in Finally, continue to find ways to 972-870-1992 charge of economic development support public schools, scouting, the Rambler for the city of Irving? Why? YMCA, non-profits and other similar The City of Irving is in charge of initiatives. How can the City further Economic Development for the City. engage with the ISD’s to increase pur- The Chamber acts as an independent chasing power, consolidate facilities contractor to The City to carry out or address bullying for the benefit of many of the important challenges our youth? associated with attracting, improv- 3. What is the most impor- ing and retaining various types of tant thing you think needs to be businesses in Irving. This contract changed in the way the City is SUBSCRIBE! is approved annually by the Council currently doing business? 214-676-1145 Rambler as part of the budget appropriations The Council could be more process. tolerant in allowing City Staff to put This is not a relationship that is forth their expertise on important unique to Irving. Other cities share matters. Our city staff is loaded with similar relationships with their re- years of experience and factual sup- spective chambers. I am not opposed porting data. Staff should not feel to altering any contract so long as timid, bashful or less than forthright ADVERTISE! value and benefit to the city is not lost in presenting their recommendations 972-870-1992 Rambler in the process; or merely changing for to the Council, public and business change sake. This can also serve to owners. make such objectives more efficient. I would also say that we could It is important to note that the better incorporate our boards and contract with The Chamber names commissions into our strategic plan. twelve (12) services and fourteen A periodic assessment of our ad- (14) specific performance measures. visory boards could prove to make TELL US WHAT’S UP! These are targets that would have to them more efficient and valuable to 972-870-1992 be evaluated and otherwise absorbed the Council and of greater benefit to Rambler by City staff or other contractor(s) achieving identified objectives.

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plication for rezoning of their North North Lake Lake project, thus starting a barrage Continued from Page 1 of court cases. In 2008, an agreement was LBJ Freeway in northwest Dallas, made to buy all 1,700 acres and split also borders Coppell and Irving. The the land between the City, the school City of Dallas originally used the land district and the developer. for electric utilities before developer Construction on the Cypress the Billingsley Company bought 325 Waters development has started, acres of the land and proposed build- and the City of Dallas will provide ing a mixed-use Cypress Waters services such as police and fire to the development on the property with new housing, according to the City about 5,800 units. of Coppell. But those plans sparked con- Also in 2012, towers from the cerns from Irving residents and former power generating plant were Coppell school officials and residents, imploded. who were worried the development “This has been a very long pro- would hamper traffic in the area. cess,” Mayor Karen Hunt said. “It The City of Coppell and the Cop- seems like it has taken a long time. pell ISD then decided to buy some There were times we thought it would of the North Lake property. After not come this close to closure, but it dispute over what to do with the has been a labor that staff and Mr. land, the Crow Billingsley Company Hager have dealt with, and we do filed a lawsuit against the City of appreciate that we’ve gotten to this Coppell High School boys soccer team celebrates winning the State UIL 5A Championship in Georgetown on April 20. / Photo by Kenny Tucker Coppell seeking personal damages point, and we look forward to con- for the City’s opposition to the ap- tinuing the work.” Coppell defeats Brownsville Hannah for 5A soccer title AAA bond rating affirmed for Irving By Sissy Courtney Coach Chad Rakestraw said. “We knew right from the Moody’s Investors Services and repair, library construction, or parks After battling through double overtime, Coppell High start that we would have an opportunity if we came to- Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has af- enhancements, the top rating allows School won the 5A UIL State Soccer Tournament, beating gether as a team and put the team above any individual. firmed Irving’s double AAA rating, the City to save money by receiving Brownsville Hannah High School’s team 3-2 at Birkelbach “When we got back from our tournament in Florida one of only five cities in the state of the lowest interest rate possible. Field in Georgetown on April 20. and placed third, defeating the #1 team in the nation, we Texas. The City of Irving has held the Moody’s Investors Services and Chris Madden, a junior at CHS, had a night he will knew winning state championship was a realistic goal. ratings since 1996. S&P update the City’s bond ratings probably be telling his grandkids about someday. Madden “I would attribute the team’s success to teamwork “Responsible fiscal management on an annual basis or at the time of scored the goal to tie the game and send it into overtime. and character,” Rakestraw said. “This team was selfless; through lean times allowed us to im- bond sales. In the second overtime, Madden scored the game win- they put their brothers before themselves and cared more prove service while cutting expenses,” S & P also affirmed Irving’s AAA ning goal with 56 seconds left in overtime. He was named about the team than themselves. Their character was what Irving City Manager Tommy Gonzalez ratings of the city’s General Obliga- Most Valuable Player. pushed us through some tough games in the playoffs, in- said. “The ratings agencies appreciate tion (GO) refunding bonds, series “I don’t think that there was ever a turning point in cluding having to fight back to put the state championship our financially conservative approach 2013A combination tax and revenue the season where I knew a state title was in our grasp,” game to OT and then go on and win.” and reward us for it. We remain certificates of obligation, and series focused on our strategic plan and 2013 combination tax and revenue disciplined in our approach.” certificates of obligation, as well as SUBSCRIBE!When selling bonds for capital the city’s outstanding GO Bonds. 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Public hearings are held to consider applications for amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Or- dinance and the Official Zoning Map of the City of Irving, Texas for the properties described herein:

LOCATION, DATES & TIMES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: City Council Chambers of City Hall, 825 West Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas Planning & Zoning Commission: Monday, May 6, 2013, 7 p.m. City Council: Thursday, May 23, 2013, 7 p.m. SUBSCRIBE! SUBSCRIBE! 214-676-1145 214-676-1145 ZONING CASE ZC12-0082: Approx. 1.38 acres at 2215 N. O’Connor Road Rambler RambleThe requestr is to rezone the property from S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for R-AB (Restaurant With Alcohol Beverage Sales) and S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for C-C (Commercial Commercial) District Uses to S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for Convenience Store with gasoline sales.

ZONING CASE ZC13-0009: Approx. 12.57 acres at the northwest corner of Freeport Parkway and Regent Blvd. Wedding is more mess than comedy The request is to rezone the property from S-P-1 for R-AB (Restaurant with Alcohol Beverage Sales) including hotel and FWY (Freeway) District uses to S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for C-O Title: The Big Wedding biological mother, who is very devout for everything else going on. So the SUBSCRIBE! (Commercial Office) to allow office uses. 214-676-1145 Rated: R Catholic, that his adoptive parents rabbit trails are weak. Rambler Is it so hard to create a ninety are divorced. So Don and Ellie must The Big Wedding is rated R for All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearings and express their opinions on minute comedy? Obviously it is. The now pretend to be married. language, sexual content and brief the zoning change request. Written response for the record may also be submitted to: Big Wedding has This seemingly simple synopsis nudity. Most of the language and City of Irving – Dept. of Development Services, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, an excellent cast, soon bogs down in ill written humor, content comes from De Niro. I felt TX 75060. a fairly humor- awkward sexual dialogue from old bad that he had to deliver most of ADVERTISE! ous and unique people, and way too many side stories the lines. The application is on file for public review in Department972-870-1992 of Development Services at the ad- dress listed above during normal business hours. For additional information,Ramble please contact ther story line, plus involving less than minor characters. The lack of chemistry from any Department at 972-721-2424. Please reference the case number when requesting information. is submerged in Each of Don and Ellie’s kids have of the characters caused his lines to an event that is problems of their own, and although seem forced and predictable. I give This facility is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for always fodder for touched on, they are never given time it 1 out of 5 confessions. The whole interpretation services or assistive hearing devices must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. Contact the City Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493 for assistance. fiasco. So what to completely flush out. Not that we movie was just a big mess. TELL US WHAT’S UP! Matt happened? The would even care. 972-870-1992 Rambler Mungle answer is simple; Of course Bebe isn’t thrilled too much. about the situation so that relation- Even Exchange MUNGLE Don (Rob- ship arc is given screen time too. ON MOVIES ert De Niro) and Not to even mention the vague and Ellie (Diane Ke- random story line of Missy’s family aton) have been divorced for some that is head shakingly out of place. time. Their three children, includ- This cast is strong and we know SUBSCRIBE! ing an adopted son Alejandro (Ben that De Niro can do couple comedy. 214-676-1145 Rambler Barnes), are grown and Don has even Keaton has yet to prove that she can been in a longtime relationship with be anything but thinly neurotic and Bebe (Susan Sarandon). They are all still seems to act as if she longs for planning a large wedding for Alejan- the days of Woody Allen films. Kath- dro and his fiancé Missy (Amanda erine Heigl and Topher Grace are the ADVERTISE! Seyfried) when a wrench is thrown in other two adult children each given 972-870-1992 Rambler the mix. Alejandro has never told his character issues that are too deep

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

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

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

Evening Lions Club 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00pm Community Bible Church Put a Paw print in your heart 2301 Texas Drive and a best friend at home! Friends of The Irving Theater Second Tuesday at Joe’s Coffee Shop. The precious pets at the DFW Humane Society would like to 7 p.m. to eat/casual meeting at 7:30 p.m. bring a lifetime of love and happiness into your home!! Greater Irving Republicans Meets the first Tues. each month Hi my name is Sampson, @ Spring Creek BBQ at 7 p.m. and like the Irving Amateur Radio Club other Fourth Thurday of the month Hi there! My name is Audrin and I'm Sampson I 7:30 to 9 PM am known for about 5 1/2 years old. I was Senter Park East rescued by DFW Humane Society my awesome 228 Chamberlain from another shelter that was hair. I am a www.irvingarc.org crowded. I'm the type of girl who REALLY 4140 Valley View Ln. just loves to cuddle! Once I get into large, brown Irving AMBUCS the play yard, I just want to stay and white Irving, Texas 75038 Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. close and snuggle into you. And I neutered male, Maine Coon Mix. I was 972-721-7788 at Los Lupes definitely won't turn away a good rescued from another shelter and belly rub! I'm such a happy and brought to this beautiful place. I just www.dfwhumane.com Irving Garden & Arts loving girl and being adopted would know the right person is out there OPEN: 2nd Thursday, 10am make me even happier! I'd prefer to waiting for me and there is a lot to love. Tuesday - Friday Irving Garden & Arts Building be the only dog, but I do really like Come on by and I will give you a lot of 906 S. Senter 214.435.9876 kids! Please come meet me and I'll loving and you will be so impressed with 11am-6pm show you how sweet I am! my good looks. Saturday 10am – 5pm Irving Genealogical Society meets the third Monday of each month Come adopt a new family member today! in the main auditorium of the If you can’t adopt, please donate! Irving Public Library. Irving Noonday Lions PH 972-409-9940 Every Wed. @ Los Lupes In the Irving Mall

Irving Republican Women’s Club Meets the second Monday of each month (except July) at 7pm IHOP Restaurant Hwy 635 @ MacArthur

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Widowed Persons Service Every Saturday @ 8:30 a.m. Los Lupes at the Irving Mall Karen – 972-986-4056

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“Now she is a junior at Stephen tion cost is estimated at about $1.6 able to study rock and fossils; middle At the groundbreaking, Matt Biodiversity F. Austin University,” Duggan said. million. schools may use labs for conservation Jack from Congressman Kenny Continued from Page 1 The center, planned to be a The facility will provide hands- studies, and high school students will Marchant’s office presented Mayor diverse approach to teaching en- on environmental education with ap- be able to see real world applications Karen Hunt with an American flag and several other students envisioned vironmental education for all ages plications of solar power, rain water of engineering. The building may that flew over the Capitol in Austin, and proposed the environmental and audiences, will be located within capture, green construction and com- also be used for civic gatherings and which will be displayed in the Biodi- education center, also attended the the Coppell Nature Park, located off posting. Elementary students will be meetings. versity Education Center. groundbreaking. Freeport Parkway. Total construc-

Matt Jack from Congressman Kenny Marchant’s office presents Mayor Karen Hunt an American flag that flew over the Capitol to be displayed in the Biodiversity Education Center. / Photo by Cindy Wolfe

Of the 1,500 The First Tee participants living throughout the Dallas area, PeriDon Ray- Castille, Bell Tan, Janane Tan and Lester Bell were chosen to play inside the ropes with professional golfer Julieta Granada (center). / Photo by John Starkey

after school, weekend and summer First Tee programs for kids all throughout Continued from Page 1 greater Dallas. We have 11 different program locations where we offer game whether for socioeconomic the programs, from inner city Dallas reasons or the community they live to far reaching suburbs like Allen, in or because no one in their family Garland and Irving. We work with plays. So much of the time, the kids about 30 different schools. The total we have the privilege of working with reach of the program is about 15,000 are the unlikeliest of golfers, because young people. they don’t come from that traditional “We really thank the Nexus Club road that most people take when they for helping to make this happen for get into golf. us as well as our founding partner, “The First Tee runs in school, the LPGA,” Walker said. www.IrvingRambler.com THE RAMBLER April 27, 2013 Page 11 Casino Night Continued from Page 1 1714 N. Story Rd. Irving, TX 75061 “We rely on fundraising to keep (972) 986-7729 the therapy rates for our organization www.plymouthpark.org real low,” said Irina Pasat, Assistant Director of International Outreach for the foundation. “The mission Sunday Morning of the organization is to provide af- fordable services to all families that First hour worship & bible study — 9:15 AM are affected by autism. In general, Second hour worship & bible study —10:30 AM services are very expensive, and it takes a great toll on the families. Being a non-profit, it’s important to have outside support to be able to keep the rates low.” The Woodall kids Outreach pro- gram also offers remote consultation services to families all over the world who cannot access the local center in Irving. Cristi’s Outreach Foundation is located in Bârlad, Romania, and is dedicated to providing services to an area that is limited in its resources for families of special needs children. When Coppell resident Tracy Pierce Bender, founder of the Brent Woodall Foundation, met an autistic child for the first time 20 years ago, Kirkwood United Methodist Church 1 in 1,000 children were diagnosed “Where God Continues To Do Something New” with autism. SUNDAYS Reverend “It was considered a very rare 9:00 a.m. Servicio de Inspiracion en Espanol disorder,” Bender said. “In fact, Children’s Church Preston W. Weaver Senior Pastor when I met the first child I had with The All in for Autism fundraiser for the Brent Woodall Foundation was at the Omni 9:30 a.m. Sunday School in English for All Ages Reverend autism, I looked up in all the books Mandalay Las Colinas and included cocktails, dinner, Texas Hold’em poker tournament, 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 11:00 a.m. Inspiration Service in English Albano Tayengo I could find to find out what autism and casino games. / Photo by Sissy Courtney was. There were two paragraphs, and Escuela Dominical en Espanol Associate Pastor that was it, and it was kind of general. “Today, the incidence of autism some of the reporting. I’m not sure, 2232 W. Fih St. @ Story Rd. | Irving, TX 75060 “I watched a therapist work is 1 in 88,” Bender said. “Some re- but I do know that I am being con- 972-254-4191 | www.KirkwoodUMCIrving.org with her, and I thought it was the ports say 1 in 50.” tacted about more and more children most amazing thing. She used Ap- Bender said they do not know on a daily basis asking for services. I plied Behavioral Analysis, and she why the increase has occurred. thought after working in this field, transformed the child right before my “Maybe there are better diag- I would be less busy, and I would eyes. I knew, right at that moment, 20 nostic systems in place,” she said. retire, but I’m not. I’m busier, and years ago, that I would do this for the “Maybe there are environmental we are seeing more and more kids rest of my life. influences. Maybe there is failure in every week. “So, we have to get better at what we do,” Bender said. “We have to hire more people; we have to expand; we WORSHIP have to work harder, which we do. I’m so proud to work with the staff at the Brent Woodall Foundation be- ASSEMBLIES OF GOD PRESBYTERIAN USA cause … they change lives all the time. “Our mission is to provide the Calvary Chapel of Irving St. Stephen’s Presbyterian Church highest quality of service to every “…teaching the bible verse by verse” 1621 W. Grauwyler Rd. family. Autism affects everyone Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Irving, TX 75061 972-259-8744 1104 N. Beltline Rd. www.ststephensirving.org equally, regardless of their financial Call 817-729-6687 or Sunday Bible Classes 9:30 a.m. situation, ethnicity, or education, but Visit www.calvaryirving.org Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. those things influence greatly their access to services. I’m not okay with CATHOLIC UNITED METHODIST that. I think everybody should have the same high quality of services no Holy Family of Nazareth First United Methodist Church matter what, and that’s what we do Catholic Church 211 W. Third, 75060 One block north of Hwy 183 on Esters Rd. 972-253-3531 www.fumcirving.org at our office.” Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 8am, 10am, 12pm, Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Guest Eddie King and his wife 5:30pm Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. came from Houston to support the 972-252-5521 in the Sanctuary foundation. www.HolyFamilyChurch.net 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall “The children are our future, and I believe anything we can do to Northgate CHURCH OF CHRIST give kids with special needs an op- United Methodist Church Belt Line Road 3700 West Northgate, 75062 portunity to excel, benefits all of us,” Church of Christ 972-252-8519 www.northgateumc.org King said. 1202 N. Belt Line Rd., Irving, TX 75061 Worship Service 8:15 AM in the Dome “Tracy and her staff have worked 1st Century Christianity in the 21st Century Sunday School 9:30 AM with a lot of kids, and I’ve heard sto- Sunday Bible Classes 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 AM in the WAC ries about how much success they’ve Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the rear of the complex had.” Wednesday Worship 7:30 p.m. 972.790.8606 www.BeltLineChurch.com Oak Haven United Methodist Church DISCIPLES OF CHRIST 1600 N. Irving Heights 75061 972.438.1431 First Christian Church www.oakhavenumc.org 114 West Grauwyler Rd. 75061 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 972-579-0911 Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m Sunday School for all ages-9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship- 10:45 a.m.

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Chris Arringto n Adrian Cisneros Doug French Janet Knap p Randy Necessar y Wanda Riddl e Norma Stor y Donna Baca k Albert Cisneros Betty Fulbrigh t Dr. RogerKnap p Ann Nentwi g Jim Riddl e Sharon Stor y Bobby Baca k Ginger Coat s Ed Fulbrigh t Jolene Lear Don Nentwi g Rick Riddle Heather Stroup James Bake r Chuck Coat s Panzie George Dick Lear Vera Newman Ron Riddle Joseph Stroup Kay Barbos a Brooke Collard Tashia Gerlac h Emmanuel Lewis, Jr. Benny Newman Patsy Ribble Lucille Sublet t John Barbos a Rance Collard Dr. Jim Gerlac h Rena Lewis John Nort h Kenneth Ribble Brian Summers Shirley Bass Judy Collard Sunny Gray Allen Lewi s Tally Parker Karen Rimme r Frances Taylor Johnny Bermudez Randy Collard Jack Gray Joe Mape s Kelly Paulse n Ron Rimmer Joe Taylor Sunny Betti s Jacqualea Cooley Doug Gregor y Rose Marcom Katlin Peck Rhonda Robiso n Fawn Taylor Dr. Bob Bettis Mike Cooley Kevin Hadley Bobby Martinez Louise Perr y David Robiso n Larry Taylor Keith Binger Cody Copeland Sue Harper Christina Mayfield James Perr y Lucia Rotenberg Tim Taylor Elena Blak e Emily Copeland Doug Harper Tim Mayfield Keith Porter Dwight Rotenber g Bobbie Thomas Pat Bolger Renee Copeland Hardee Herman Joann Mayku s Jessica Presto n Shirley Russel l Dr. Ben Thomas Meredith Bolger JD Copeland Jack Hickey Frank Maykus Michael Preston II Lewis Russell Katie Tuttl e Janet Brazeale Lavern Cotton Brian Hindma n Bob Mayo Vernon Procto r Judy Samuel RhondaTuttl e Roy Brow n Coy Cotton Maxine Hoffman Leon Meller Carol Pyfe r John Samuel Robert Tuttle Jackie Buentello Sarah Daughety SonnyHoffman Stacie Melsheimer Wes Pyfe r Jesse Sanche z Mayor Beth Van Duyn e Joe Buentello Dr. Mike Daughety Barbara Hott Cindy Mille r Garret Randle John Schingle Dottie Vaughn Samantha Buentello Peggy Da y Howard Hott Mark Mille r Collin Randle Dawn Shelto n Peggy Veno Ben Buentello Lois Deed s Judy Howard Betty Minter Lynda Randle Greg Shelto n Nicolas Villagomez Brad Burkhalter Ernest Deed s Mike Howard H.V. Minter Bobbie Randle Heinz K. Simo n Aaron Vinson Bruce Burn s Rachel Dennis Dee Dee Ingram Jerry Minter Ryan Randle Mickey Smit h Ila Vinson Nancy Busche l Alex Dennis Daniel Jacobson Doris Mitchell Connie Randle Linda Spin k Norman Vinson Loren Byer s Richard Determan Vicki Jete r John Mitchell Dewayne Randle Tom Spin k Kaye Ward Mitchell Cadungog Marsha Dicken s Roland Jete r Marilyn Moor e Tammie Randle Jack Spurlock Oscar Ward Shirley Callawa y James Dicken s Steven Jone s Steve Moor e John Randle Ralph Star k Margie Ware Leann Callawa y Ernest T. Ebanks Barbara Jone s Nick Moor e Marvin Randle Joyce Stavel y Linda Whisnant Kevin Callawa y Diane Ewin g Larry Jone s Mary Moor e Beth Randle Gerald Stavel y Terry Whisnant Curt Callawa y Ken Ewin g Diane Keelin g Lecil Moor e Cliff Randle Arthur Stephens Bruce Williamson Nadine Carroll Abby French Larry Keelin g Dana Mullenni x Tina Rauschuber Raleigh Mae Rene Castilla Kyle French Debra Kitchens Ray Mullenni x Gerald Rauschuber Stevenson Adam Cisneros, .Jr Marty French Bruce Kitchens Patti Necessary Jack Richardson Kensley Stewar t WORKING TO CREATE POSITIVE CHANGES FOR OUR SCHOOLS EARLY VOTING BEGINS APRIL 29 THRU MAY 7 ELECTION DAY City Hall – Irving Arts Center – Valley Ranch Library Saturday May 11

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IRVING VOICES IS THE VOICE FOR THE PEOPLE Elect Council Who Will Get Transportation and Wa ter Consultant Contracts “Right” We must elect council persons who realize that consultants have a responsibility to the city per their contract. It recently came as a surprise for City staff to discover that the long awaited Hwy. 114 construction would negatively im- pact a restaurant pad (part of the convention center hotel planning) which has been greatly anticipated. Both the hotel and the anticipated highway construction should have been under the radar of Dean International per his contract, but the oversight was discovered by staff, not by our million dollar consultant. We have paid millions of dollars in lawsuits at Dean’s instruction on water law suits, and we are still no closer to having rights to water in Oklahoma. We need to elect councilmen who will hold consultants’ responsible, not just hand over millions to the same consultants year after year. Do we need Transportation Summits every year? Do we need Transportation Consultants? Do we need Water Consultants? Ask your candidate about his ideas on transportation and water.

Elect Council Who Will Push for Forensic Audits We have candidates running who are professionals, who know the importance of budgets and accountability. We need to elect professionals with experience who will push for audits and balanced budgets. Ask your candidate what his experience is with budgets. A candidate needs business sense, budget sense, and leadership ability.

Elect Council Who Will Ask the Hard Questions Will you pay the Chamber over $1M for Economic Development when we already have staff capable of doing this job? Frequently there is a conflict of interest between the City’s interest and the Chamber’s interest and the City could easily save this money given to the Chamber while utilizing current staff and maintaining better control? Will you hire a permanent Fire Chief? We need a permanent chief BEFORE we buy a fire engine. Will you pass the Ethics Policy that has been presented? We Want Ethical Councilmen and Employees. Will you support a legal staff that can handle general lawsuits and answer council questions when addressed?

Elect Council Who Will Tell You Up Front That I am not a Pre-Owned, Recycled, Retread Candidate. I am not beholden to any consultant, group or lobbyist. I do not support private/public partnerships such as LCG/Entertainment Center or McDougal/Heritage Crossing. I do not support a Chamber who advocates with taxpayer money to the Texas Congress for gambling by calling it economic development. Whether you are for or against gambling, this is a misuse of taxpayer dollars given them by the City in the name of economic development. We don’t need an old regime councilman who said, “We do have time to sit back and make other plans, so if we lose our court battles, we have a backup plan.” (A. Meagher, DMN 1/16/11)(Referring to LCG lawsuit.)

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