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One sport, however, this Irving tocheeronthecity’snewquadrugbyteam, to Rangersdown BallparkArlingtonorcome in and Stadium Cowboys to go just doubts any have “Well, now you have opponents “Well, nowyouhave opponents The issueofminorityrepresen- See CANDIDATES, Page2 Besides being a natural stop in the ATP tour, Besides beinganaturalstopintheATPtour, “It makesitmoreconvenientfortheplayers,” Zoltan Papp,oneofthetournamentdirectors, you sports seriously;if North Texastakesits 972-253-4200 972-253-4200 Photo byAliceCanham www.mscitx.com www.mscitx.com See PROTENNIS, Page9 through theFoodPantryProgram. are receivingemergencygroceries Currently, over700familiesamonth Irving75017. or mailachecktoIrvingCaresP.O.Box177425, You canmakeasecuredonationonlineatwww.irvingcares.org handout March 1and31willbedoubled;upto$25,000isavailable, It’s not a dollar-for-dollarmatchfordonationstoIrvingCaresthrough —it’s ahandup the FiscalYearEndAppeal.Everydollarreceivedbetween a OB/GYN: 6750N.MacArthur Blvd.#255 Las Colinas:6750N.MacArthur Blvd.#250 Baylor MOBI:2001N.MacArthurBlvd.#425 Tuscan Cardiovascular Center:701 Tuscan Dr#205 Valdez Clinic:3501N.MacArthurBlvd#400 2021 N.MacArthurBlvd, Irving, 75061 The BelmontFoundation and itisneededtofeedourcommunity. 50 By Alice Canham Heritage District bright future in Developer sees Rose has deferred comment until all parties reach a Rose hasdeferredcommentuntilallpartiesreacha process isstillunderway,CityspokespersonSusan their formermasterdeveloper.Becausethemediation enter negotiationstochangeitsrelationshipwith ects stalled.Theyearspassedandthedirtdidn’tfly. variety ofreasons -poor economy, primarily -theproj tage District LLC for layingthegroundwork. Butfor a 17 readyfordevelopment. District,with Heritage the in purchased havebeen attention. Since2006, approximately85properties By Alice Canham students in departments, Elks honorexcellence the Elks, served as the event’s moderator. He called the Elks,servedasevent’s moderator. Hecalled rison ofIrvingHighSchool. Mor- YearawardwithJake ofthe shares theTeenager Academy Singley JackE. of Charles Mikesha addition, Laura SanctapinofCardwellPreparatorySchool.In Vocational grantswereawardedtoCesarLopez and The PoliceOfficeroftheYearisStevenBurris. Paramedic BobbyJohn istheFirefighterofYear. orees duringadinnereventonMar. 21. Firefighter/ being namedaTeenageroftheYear. Jordan congratulatesJakeMorrison on Recognizing anoutstandingstudent,David ” That inactivity recently prompted theCityto Heri- and McDougal Delbert credit officials City Irving’s olddowntownareaisstartingtoattract David Jordan, chairman of youth activities for David Jordan,chairmanofyouthactivitiesfor Irving Elks Lodge 2334 announceditslatesthon- Other Locations: Main Location: c See HERITAGEDISTRICT,Page12 March 24,2012 See ELKSHONORS,Page11 isoffering Photo byMichael Christy - Page 2 March 24, 2012 THE IRVING RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com Ms. Wheelchair contestant COMMUNITY CALENDAR supports transportation for all n March 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. n March 28 at 10:30 a.m. Housing Fair: Residents interested Asthma, Allergies Education: Vivienne Michelle Sanchez is a contes- companies need to be educated and in renovating or purchasing a home Armstrong, a registered nurse with tant in the 2012 Ms. Wheelchair realize how important it is for us to are invited to attend a housing fair at the Visiting Nurse Association, will be Texas Gala. Along with 10 other have this transportation.” Senter Park, 901 S. Senter Road. Visit presenting a free program on asthma contestants, Sanchez aims to raise When Sanchez‘s van broke down with lending institutions, insurance and allergies at the Heritage Senior awareness for people with disabilities one evening after work, she tried agents and title companies. This year’s Center on 200 South Jefferson Street and advocate for change through to call for a taxi to get her home; housing fair is being held in conjunc- in Irving. For additional information developing and sharing a platform however, there were none that could tion with Community Fest, which fea- contact Vivienne Armstrong, R.N. and at the event in Houston on Mar. 24. accommodate her wheelchair and tures games, food and entertainment health promotion program coordina- Sanchez, a 37-year-old woman the one company that could give her for the entire family. tor with the Visiting Nurse Associa- from Irving, graduated from Ma- a ride wanted to charge her $80 for n March 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tion, at 214-689-2230. cArthur High School in 1993 and has a seven mile trip home. Community Fest: Enjoy a free day n March 29 from Noon to 1 p.m. worked as a sales agent for Comerica Like any young woman stranded of fun at Community Fest at Senter Bereavement Luncheon: Larry Barber, Bank for the last 13 years. without a working vehicle, Sanchez Michelle Sanchez Park Recreation Center, 901 S. Senter a licensed professional counselor Sanchez’s platform for the gala wanted to be able to rely on afford- Road. A variety of food, games, enter- and author of “Love Never Dies,” will centers on the lack of wheelchair ac- able and accessible transportation to said. “Being a part of Ms Wheelchair tainment and children’s activities will speak on “The Importance of Re- cessible taxis in the Dallas area. get home when she needed it. Texas I know I will have build new re- be provided. Informational booths membering” at the Church of the “It’s not easy to just sit in a “I decided to participate because lationships and hear about different from businesses and city departments Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Ave.in compact car and lift a 200 lb. chair I want to see changes happen that experiences these women have had.” also will be available. For more infor- Dallas. There is no cost to attend, but in the trunk,” Sanchez said. “Taxi will help disabled people,” Sanchez Source: Ms. Wheelchair Texas Foundation mation, call (972) 721-2641. reservations are requested by calling n March 24 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 214-689-2633. Irving Heritage Society receives humanities Texas grant Islamic Center Open House: An infor- n March 30 - Deadline mative session on ‘Shariah: Threat City Council Priorities: Irving residents The Irving Heritage Society has been advised that continued efforts to showcase the many unique aspects or hype’, followed by q&a. Food & have an opportunity to provide their they have been awarded a grant from Humanities Texas of our city’s heritage,” said State Representative Linda refreshments will be served. Also ideas about the City’s future initia- for the 5th Annual Celebrating Irving: The City and The Harper Brown. “Thanks to them, each April the citizens includes mosque tour. This event is tives. The city’s budget and strategic Man, a month long project. Humanities Texas, the state of Irving are reminded of what makes their hometown free and open to the public of all faith plan are based on priorities set by the affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, so special, and I encourage all residents and visitors to backgrounds. Guests are welcome. council and input from the public. conducts and supports public programs in history, litera- participate in the many activities being held as part of For more information call 972-812- Send input through March 30 to stra- ture and philosophy, and other humanities disciplines. Celebrating Irving: The City and The Man.” 2230, ext. 1005. [email protected] “I am pleased to support the Irving Heritage Society’s Source: Irving Heritage Society MacArthur Orchestra Candidates Following is a list of the candi- Place 3, Irving ISD dates who appeared, and some of the Craft Show Continued from Page 1 key points they shared with voters. Alicia Fernandez-Mott, retired US Department of Labor: “We have Saturday, March 31 still felt she was the best candidate, District 4, City Council to plan for our children to take their 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with more she hoped to accomplish. Fran Bonilla, real estate agent: place in a world that recognizes mi- Incumbent Mayor Pro Tem Rick “Irving is one of the best places to live, norities. Let’s promote the positive Over 50 vendors! Stopfer also spent several minutes on and one of the best managed. Let’s aspects of our schools, especially our Come out and shop ‘til you drop! the hot seat as he seeks re-election move together with trustworthiness technology.” to the City Council, this time in to serve our citizens.” A. D. Jenkins, software engineer: MacArthur HS Cafeteria, 3700 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving District 8. Joe Putnam, attorney: “I love “I am the founder of Big Dogs youth He deflected a question about South Irving and I will be its strong organization. The district needs some- whether he’d already served too long advocate. I want to work to resolve one who understands issues about in office by pointing out that he’d some issues that have troubled us for cultural sensitivity and diversity. I filled slots in different capacities, the past three years”. won’t answer to special interests.” Celebrating Irving — no single one of them exceeding the Phil Riddle, retired firefighter: Larry Stipes, manager of con- suggested 14-year limitation. “With 32 years of experience in the tract services: “We must address The City and the Man He was also politely chided for fire department, I have seen the city discipline problems in our middle Special exhibits at the Central standing too long at the podium, as in a different way. I’ll be one voice, schools and high schools. Correct the Washington Irving and Valley Ranch Libraries his answer to a question about the but I’ll be speaking for you.” flawed grading system that doesn’t 1783-1859 City’s controversial contract with challenge our kids enough.” APRIL — Celebrating Irving Online; Activities include Ten Best Things About Irving; Heritage District Developer Delbert District 6, City Council Online and Readathon 100. Forms and details available at www.irvingheritage.com Mc Dougal stretched past the ten- Brad LaMorgese, attorney: “I Place 4, Irving ISD and www.irvingisd.net/learningresources/CelebrateIrving.html minute mark. will not accept special interest dona- Norma Gonzales, full-time stu- APRIL — Donate 100, the Irving Public Library Book Drive: Donate gently used books at any of the Celebrate Irving programs “Let’s observe a five minute limit tions. We need to approach things dent: “I have three children in IISD. for each response,” said moderator from a taxpayer’s perspective. De- I’ve been active with PTA and the APRIL 2-13 — Storytimes featuring Special Guest Appearance by “Esther Hurwitz” at Irving Public Libraries Don Wilson. velop more rational contracts, maybe district improvement committee. I’ll APRIL 1, 3 to 5 p.m. — Exhibit on the Life and Works of Washington Irving; All City Council candidates were with an audit clause.” be an advocate for students, teachers Heritage House Tours and Washington Irving Exhibit at Irving Heritage House, asked whether or not they would William “Bill” Mahoney, attor- and parents.” 303 S. O’Connor Road take money from an entity that was ney: Did not attend. Valerie Jones, customer care for APRIL 14, 10 a.m. — Irving Trivia-The City and the Man (Preliminary rounds) seeking to do business with the city, a retail company: “I’m an incumbent at Irving Arts Center Dupree Theater, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. and all said they would decline those District 8, City Council since 2006 with perfect attendance. APRIL 15, 2:30 p.m. — This Is Your Life, Esther Hurwitz; donations. Tom Spink, insurance agency I’ve spent my life in Irving schools Presented by Rose-Mary Rumbley at Central Library, 801 W. Irving Blvd. Transparency in governance, owner: “My platform is simple: pub- and teachers are my heroes. Consider APRIL 28, 2 p.m. — Family Film Matinee, Featuring The Legend of Sleepy avoidance of influence from special lic trust, transparency and ethics and my commitment, experience and Hollow at Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail interests and a commitment to an integrity. We have to do something training.” MAY 5, 10 a.m. — Irving Trivia-The City and the Man (Final rounds) ethics policy were also themes cited about the rotten deals with Las Coli- Dinesh Mali, mechanical engi- at Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail by several of the candidates. nas Group and Mc Dougal.” neer: “The district needs some differ- FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS! “I think it went pretty well,” Rick Stopfer, retired auto con- ent outlooks. I’ll bring my knowledge For more information, please call (972) 252-3838 or visit www.irvingheritage.com. said Robert Corser, this year’s chair- sultant: “For 20 years I’ve been proud of engineering to make our facilities Presented by: man for SIPOA. “I’m just glad to see to work for the City. We’re the area’s profitable and green, and support citizens are interested, and that they third largest employer, and our tax signature programs that prepare want to make decisions based on base has doubled. 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Member of The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce -- The Irving Rambler is Copyrighted 2012 www.IrvingRambler.com THE IRVING RAMBLER March 24, 2012 Page 3 POLICE JAIL LOG Heavy rains cause sewer overflow The following information was published in the Irving Police Department’s Jail Log. Individuals Heavy rainfall across the Dallas/Fort Worth area caused a sanitary sewer listed in this section have been arrested on a felony charge and reflect only a fraction of people each overflow from two manholes in the 1400 block of South Loop 12 in Irving week who find themselves the guests of the Irving Police Department. All individuals appearing on Mar. 20. here are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. For more information, visit the No public drinking water supplies were threatened or contaminated by City of Irving website, www.cityofIrving.org. this overflow. Its impact was minimized by large quantities of storm water MEDRANO, RAFAEL ROBLES-GONZALEZ, that served to dilute wastewater in the collection lines and the Trinity River. KEY AGE: 38 FRANCISCO G Five to six inches of heavy rainfall overloaded the Trinity River Author- CJC – Criminal Justice Center SEX: M AGE: 27 ity’s Central Regional Wastewater System, creating backups within Irving’s DWLI – Driving While License invalid ARREST LOCATION: SEX: M wastewater collection system. This situation warranted the reporting to the FMFR – Failure to Maintain Finance Responsibility 515 N O CONNOR RD ARREST LOCATION: Charge 1: DWI HARROD/CLYMER Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the public and other MVI – Motor Vehicle Inspection (BLOOD) DALLAS TEXAS designated public officials. FV – Family Violence Bail Amount: $500 Charge 1: UNAUTH During heavy rain events such as those recently experienced in the UUMV – Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle Charge 2: DSO-POSS USE OF VEHICL DFW area, it is common for storm water from overflowing creeks to cover DSO – Dallas Sheriff Office CS/COCAINE Bail Amount: $5,000 CHAPA, ISAAC IVES, MARK Charge 3: DSO-FAIL Charge 2: DWLI manholes and underground wastewater pipes. Water is then able to enter SO – Sheriff Office AGE: 33 AGE: 24 TO ID FUG Fine Amount: $425 the lines through cracks and openings. When this happens, pipelines become MIP – Minor In Possession (Alcohol) SEX: M SEX: M Bail Amount: 0 $2,000 Charge 3: CHPD hydraulically overloaded and wastewater spills may occur. ARREST LOCATION: ARREST LOCATION: Charge 4: FAIL TO ID WRONG SIDE 3232 W IRVING BL IRVING MALL / LOS FUGITIVE Bail Amount: $350 Charge 1: DSO- PV/ LUPES Bail Amount: $500 Fine Amount: $242 POLICE REPORT CS PG1 1-4G Charge 1: EVADING Charge 5: Charge 4: CHPD NO ARREST DETEN IMMIGRATION-ICE Bail Amount: $400 Bail Amount: $2,500 HOLD Fine Amount: $294 n Aggravated Robbery March 15 at Charge 2: BURGLARY Charge 5: CHPD FTA OF VEHICLE Bail Amount: $330 6:40 p.m.: An unknown female sus- IRVING Bail Amount: $2,500 Fine Amount: $246 pect approached an elderly female Charge 3: DSO-PV victim as she walked along Estrada FIRE DEPARTMENT DWI Pkwy. The suspect pushed the victim ALDANA, CARLOS CURTIS, ASHLEY Bail Amount: $1,000 ACTIVITY SUMMARY AGE: 28 AGE: 26 Charge 4: THEFT down causing her to strike her fore- SEX: M SEX: F PROP>=$1,500<$ head against the curb. The suspect Irving Fire Department responded to 208 ARREST LOCATION: ARREST LOCATION: Bail Amount: $15,000 1822 ATLAS 1508 N O CONNOR FUENTES, PEDRO B then took the victim’s purse and fled incidents March 15-21. Charge 1: PS METH RD AGE: 52 the scene in a green Ford Expedi- 0/400 GR INT Charge 1: POSS SEX: M tion. The victim was transported to Fire incidents Medical calls MARIJ >4OZ<=5LB ARREST LOCATION: MITCHELL, WILLIAM Parkland Hospital to be treated for a 48 Misc. Fire/ 22 Major Accidents Charge 2: NO DL MAC ARTHUR AND AGE: 29 SALAZAR, CARLOS laceration to her head. Rescue Calls 53 Major Medical Fine Amount: $295 SH 183 SEX: M MARTINEZ Charge 3: FMFR Charge 1: DELV CS ARREST LOCATION: 3 Special 16 Heart Attacks AGE: 40 Fine Amount: $425 PG 1 U/200 G 600 E 183 SSR FW n Operations 26 Difficulty SEX: M Multiple Arrests March 18 at 1:40 Charge 4: NO DL Bail Amount: $100,000 EB 0 Structure Fires* ARREST LOCATION: p.m.: Officers were in the parking Breathing Fine Amount: $358 Charge 2: Charge 1: MAN/DEL 2401 E AIRPORT lot of Henderson’s Chicken at 3636 2 Vehicle Fires 31 Trauma Related Charge 5: FMFR MANUFACTURE/ CS PG1 <200G MARTINEZ-AGUIRRE, FREEWAY 7 CPR Situations Fine Amount: $644 DELIVER Bail Amount: $50,000 N. Beltline Rd. when they were noti- ALONZO, IVAN Charge 6: NO DL Bail Amount: $50,000 LEONEL Charge 1: DWI W fied of a disturbance inside. As they AGE: 21 CHILD AGE: 25 Bail Amount: $390 Charge 3: approached on foo, the disturbance Search, Public Intoxication, Pos- SEX: M Charge 7: NO DL MANUFACTURE/ SEX: M ARREST LOCATION: Bail Amount: $380 DELIVER ARREST LOCATION: moved outside. Five males and one session of Marijuana, Interference 1639 MT VERNON Charge 8: POSS OF Bail Amount: $50,000 E 183 NSR/WINGREN female were arrested for charges with Duties / Public Servant, and Charge 1: EVADING DRUG PARAPH Charge 1: CRIMINAL ranging from Resisting Arrest / warrants. ARREST DETEN Bail Amount: $748 MISCHIEF >= Bail Amount: $500 Bail Amount: $100,000 Charge 2: GPPD Charge 2: BURG BLD/AGG RO IMMIGRATION-ICE Police arrest 30 for DWI during spring break Bail Amount: $500,000 HOLD During Spring Break, the Irving Police Department participated in a statewide Impaired Driving Mobilization grant along with TxDOT. The grant OCAMPO- VALDEZ, JOSE LUIS VALLADARES, RENE AGE: 26 is in conjunction with the State’s “Drink. Drive. Go to Jail.” campaign. The AGE: 26 SEX: M grant allows the Department to have additional officers on duty with the GARCIA, STELLA SEX: M ARREST LOCATION: primary purpose of locating and arresting impaired drivers. 9800 W VALLEY AGE: 42 ARREST LOCATION: A total of 30 arrests were made for driving while intoxicated, and eight SEX: F E 183 NSR/WINGREN RANCH DOMICH, additional arrests were made for non-alcohol related charges. Eleven search CHRISTOPHER ARREST LOCATION: Charge 1: CRIMINAL Charge 1: COOK CO MICHAEL 600 E 183 SSR FW MISCHIEF >= IL POSS CS warrants were written due to the suspect’s refusal to submit to a blood draw. AGE: 35 EB Bail Amount: $100,000 Officers also issued 42 citations. The Grand Prairie Police Department also ALVAREZ, PATRICIA SEX: M Charge 1: POSS CS MATHIS, SEAN Charge 2: AGE: 37 utilized the Department’s no refusal process and brought in 8 people suspected ARREST LOCATION: PG 1 <1G MIGUEL IMMIGRATION-ICE SEX: F of driving while intoxicated for blood draws. 2514 YORKSHIRE Bail Amount: $3,500 AGE: 40 HOLD ARREST LOCATION: Charge 1: UNAUTH SEX: M The Irving Police Department will continue to partner with TxDOT and 1822 ATLASS USE OF VEHICL ARREST LOCATION: local law enforcement agencies in an effort to make our roadways safe. Charge 1: Charge 2: TCSO - 900 N OCONNOR MANUFACTURE/ Source: Irving Police Department BURG OF BUILD Charge 1: TCSO- DELIVER Charge 3: TCSO - POSS MARIJ<20Z Charge 2: POSS OF MARIJ Bail Amount: $1,503 IMMIGRATION Don’t Mess with Texas scholarship open to seniors Charge 4: TCSO- Charge 2: DESOTO- DETAINER UNREAS NOISE WILLIAMS, ROBERT FALSE DRUG TEST B Texas high school seniors who the Texas Department of Transpor- Bail Amount: $1,000 Fine Amount: $225 Charge 3: ARLINGTN- AGE: 58 care about the environment have the tation. GARCIA-CEDILLO, POSS DRUG P SEX: M chance to win a college scholarship by Eligibility: Seniors graduating ROSALBA Bail Amount: $661 ARREST LOCATION: ORDAZ, FLOR composing a 350-word essay explain- spring 2012, who currently attend AGE: 28 Charge 4: ARLINGTN- 600 E 183 SSR FW MARINA ing what they’ve done to improve the school in Texas or seniors planning SEX: F ZONING VIOL EB AGE: 18 ARREST LOCATION: Bail Amount: $803 Charge 1: POSS CS litter situation in their community. to further their education at an ac- SEX: F 2942 ROYAL LN 1159 Charge 5: ARLINGTN- PG1 U4G The ninth annual Don’t Mess credited two- or four-year college ARREST LOCATION: Charge 1: ENDANGER ZONING VIOL Bail Amount: $5,000 1550 W ROCK with Texas Scholarship is sponsored (public or private) in Texas. CHILD CRIMI Bail Amount: $803 ISLAND RD by BASF Corporation’s Freeport, TX, Materials are due via email or BAKER, MARTIN Bail Amount: $100,000 Charge 6: DSO BF Charge 1: POSS CS AGE: 18 Charge 2: FRAUD location in partnership with Keep must be postmarked by April 20. PG 1 <1G SEX: M DUARTE, OSCAR IMMIGRATION-ICE Bail Amount: $20,000 Texas Beautiful. Don’t Mess with A completed Don’t Mess with Bail Amount: $7,500 ARREST LOCATION: ARNULFO HOLD Texas is accepting essays for the 2012 Texas Scholarship application must 1216 N BRITAIN RD AGE: 31 Charge 2: Charge 1: POSS CS SEX: M POSSESSION OF Scholarship through April 20. be sent online or by mail with the 1 <1G ARREST LOCATION: DRUG P The first-place winner will re- 300 to 350 word-essay identifying a Bail Amount: $5,000 1705 RUBY RD Bail Amount: $475 ceive $3,000. The second- and third- litter problem in the student’s school Charge 1: RESIST place winners receive $1,000 each. or community and the action he or ARREST SEARCH RECINOS, XELENNE Bail Amount: $1,500 AGE: 20 Don’t Mess with Texas is a litter she took to address it. Charge 2: PI SEX: F prevention campaign sponsored by Source: Texas Dept. of Transportation Fine Amount: $475 ARREST LOCATION: Charge 3: DSO LOOP 12/SOUTH CITY LIMITS ATGOB ENDAG CHIL HARDY,RICHARD MCGINNIS, JON Charge 1: BURGLARY Bail Amount: MICHAEL LINCOLN ...... OF HABITATI $69* D I V O R C E Charge 4: DSO AGE: 39 AGE: 53 Bail Amount: $35,000 ATGOB ENDAG CHIL SEX: M SEX: M CRIMINAL DEFENSE FAMILY LAW ● BELTRAN, DANIEL Bail Amount: ARREST LOCATION: ARREST LOCATION: ● DWI / Suspended License Divorce / Annulment MCMILLON, ● ELISEO Charge 5: DSO 2218 FINLEY 2115 OAKHURST ● All Warrants Child Support / Paternity ATGOB AA DW JERMAINE CEASAR ● AGE: 44 Charge 1: DSO-DWI Charge 1: POSS CS ● 24 Hour Jail Release Custody Modification AGE: 25 ● Restraining Order SEX: M 3RD OR MORE PG 1 <1G ● Occupational License ARREST LOCATION: SEX: M ● Protective Order Bail Amount: Bail Amount: $7,500 ● ARREST LOCATION: Protective Order ● 3626 W NORTHGATE Charge 2: DPD-FTA Name Change / Adoption 3325 ESTERS RD ● DR Fine Amount: $235 Misdemeanor / Felony Cases ● Domestic Violence Charge 1: EXPIRED Charge 1: PUBLIC DRIVER’S LIC INTOXICATION Easy Payment Plans Open Saturdays Fine Amount: $475 Juvenile Cases Fine Amount: $205 Law Offices of Vincent Ndukwe and Sundays Charge 2: FMFR Charge 2: DSO P/V Child Protective REED, DOMONIQUE Bail Amount: $475 DEL MARIJ<5L 2730 N. Stemmons Frwy Services/CPS 1420 N. Cooper St., #112 AGE: 19 Charge 3: DROVE Charge 3: DSO P/V #409, Dallas 75207 Arlington, TX 76010 SEX: M W/O LIGHTS FLORES, FRANKLIN DEL MARIJ<5L ARREST LOCATION: 214-638-5930 Se Habla Espanol 817-277-0196 Fine Amount: $385 ISAIAS Charge 4: DSO P/V 1905 ESTRADA PK Charge 4: EXPIRED AGE: 23 DEL MARIJ<5L Charge 1: BURGLARY DRIVER’S LIC SEX: M ORTIZ, JOSE LUIS Charge 5: FAIL TO ID OF HABITATI Fine Amount: $397 ARREST LOCATION: AGE: 34 FUGITIVE 866-446-1400 MAIN AT E.9TH, Bail Amount: $500 Bail Amount: $25,000 *Fees quoted above are minimum down payment needed to begin processing your case, if you qualify. Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Charge 5: TAMPER W/ HEBERT, SAMMY SEX: M GOVERN RECO GRAND PRAIRIE ARREST LOCATION: Charge 1: THEFT AGE: 24 Bail Amount: $15,000 SEX: M 7301 N 161 WSR U/100K Charge 1: Charge 2: DPD IMP ARREST LOCATION: 1508 N O CONNOR LEWISVILLE-SPDG TURN S/Z Constance Q. Zhou, MD Bail Amount: $441 RD Charge 1: POSS Bail Amount: $406 MARIJ >4OZ<=5LB Charge 2: THEFT Specialist in Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery FROM PERSON Bail Amount: $5,000 ✦ Medical Degree in Otolaryngology from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, 2006 ✦ HILL, SCOTT Residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center DOUGLAS ✦ AGE: 51 Joined the Medical and Surgical Clinic of Irving, October 2011 SEX: M FLORES, JAIME ✦ ARREST LOCATION: SANTIAGO Bilingual: English and Chinese 4440 W ROCHELLE AGE: 31 MEALY, BEVERLY RD SEX: M ANN Charge 1: SO ARREST LOCATION: AGE: 43 BRAZORIA FTA CRIM 2436 WINGREN RD SEX: F CEDILLO, ALFRED Call today to schedule Bail Amount: $15,000 2026 ARREST LOCATION: AGE: 19 Charge 2: WILMER Charge 1: DV ASSLT 2115 OAKHURST SEX: M an appointment! 972-253-4280 SPEEDING FAM/HOUSE Charge 1: POSS CS Charge 1: DV Bail Amount: $434 Charge 2: PI PG 1 <1G ASSAULT FAM/ 2021 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 225, Irving, TX 75061 Fine Amount: $494 Bail Amount: $475 Bail Amount: $5,000 HOUSE Page 4 March 24, 2012 THE IRVING RAMBLER www.IrvingRambler.com Superstars prepare WORSHIP for McDonald’s basketball tipoff BIBLE CHURCH CHURCH OF CHRIST UNITED METHODIST Living Word Global Church Belt Line Road First United Methodist Church Five local high schools athletes 1917 Rindie St., Irving, 75060 Church of Christ 211 W. Third, 75060 in the DFW area joined the ranks 972-259-2181 1202 N. Belt Line Rd. 972-253-3531 www.fumcirving.org of high school basketball’s elite with Sunday10:30am Wed7:00 pm Irving, TX 75061 Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. their selection into the 2012 Mc- 1st Century Christianity in the 21st Century in the Sanctuary Donald’s All American High School CATHOLIC Sunday Bible Classes 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall Basketball West Team. This year Holy Family of Nazareth Wednesday Worship 7:30 p.m. UNITED METHODIST marks the 35th anniversary of the Catholic Church 972.790.8606 www.BeltLineChurch.com McDonald’s All American® High One block north of Hwy 183 on Esters Rd. Oak Haven School Boys Basketball Game and Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 8am, 10am, 12pm, DISCIPLES OF CHRIST United Methodist Church 5:30pm 1600 N. Irving Heights 75061 the 11th annual Girls Game. Alexis Jones First Christian Church 972-252-5521 972.438.1431 The 2012 McDonald’s All Ameri- 114 West Grauwyler Rd. 75061 www.HolyFamilyChurch.net www.oakhavenumc.org can Girls Team boasts an excep- Smart (Marcus High School – Flower 972-579-0911 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. tional roster, including Alexis Jones Mound). Sunday School for all ages-9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m (MacArthur High School – Irving), The Boys game tip-offs at 8:30 Sunday Worship- 10:45 a.m. Jordan Jones (DeSoto High School p.m. CT March 28, broadcasting live PRESBYTERIAN USA UNITY CHURCH – DeSoto) and Moriah Jefferson on ESPN. (Home Schooled – Dallas). Since 1978, more than 1,000 Woodhaven Presbyterian Church Unity Church of Irving The Girls Game begins at 6:30 high school athletes have been named 3650 North O’Connor Road 210 Virginia St. (just south of Pioneer off O’Connor) p.m. CT March 28, and will broadcast to the McDonald’s All American Irving, Texas 75062 www.woodhavenpres.org Irving, Texas 75061 live on ESPNU. Team. From that alumni class, more Rev. Diane Baldwin 972-253-5083 The 2012 McDonald’s All Ameri- than 95 percent have played college Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Services: Adult class 9:30-10:30 can Boys Team features two top basketball for Division I programs “Some Greeks Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. 11:00 Service: “Parable of the Sower,” prospects from North Texas includ- and more than 170 currently compete Go To See Jesus” 972.541.0747 Rev. Frank Pounders ing Isaiah Austin (Grace Preparatory in the NBA/WNBA. Preschool & Parents Day Out Sunday morning 9:30 class: Ernest Academy – Arlington) and Marcus Source: McDonald’s Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Holmes, “This Thing Called You.” March 25 ­— Fifth Sunday in Lent Need space for a function, Mon./Sat., The Mystery Calls Us to the Cross call our office. Students present papers during University John 12:20-33 All are welcome! of Dallas Philosophy Senior Conference Kirkwood United Methodist Church Twenty-two University of Dal- a burning contemporary issue,” “Where God Continues To Do Something New” las philosophy students presented said Philosophy Department Chair SUNDAYS papers during the Department of Philipp Rosemann. “I am very proud 9:00 a.m. Servicio de Inspiracion en Espanol Reverend Philosophy’s inaugural Philosophy of the job that our students have 9:30 a.m. Sunday School in English Preston W. Weaver Children’s Church Senior Conference on Mar. 17. The done. The papers were so outstand- Senior Pastor 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time Reverend one-day conference, “Philosophical ing that many in the audience com- 11:00 a.m. Inspiration Service in English Albano Tayengo Aspects of the Digital Age,” addressed pared their quality favorably with Escuela Dominical en Espanol Associate Pastor the impact of the digital age on hu- presentations at professional phi- Rotation Sunday School man life and culture, and included losophy conferences.” 2232 W. Fi h St. @ Story Rd. | Irving, TX 75060 presentations from the following Source: University of Dallas is a Catholic 972-254-4191 | www.KirkwoodUMCIrving.org local students: Pierina Otiniano of Irving pre- sented “Rethinking Privacy: The Growing Ethical Concerns of the Digital Age” Michael Tinawi of Irving pre- sented “Technology and the Identity of Modern Man: How Technology Influences the Way People See Them- selves and Others” “The idea of the conference was to bring the riches of the Western philosophical tradition to bear on

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Remember: What happens people of Irving a voice. The Ir- sessions with a mixture of fear, awe last speaker said. all the materials supplied to Council in Council does not stay in Council. ving Rambler accepts your in- and embarrassment. I am dumb- 2. Always respect speakers, members. If someone is speaking out City meetings are uploaded onto the put, letters, comments – good struck by the way people are speaking listen to them, and learn. This goes of turn, be polite and respect that they Internet so anyone anywhere with a as well as bad, and opinions. to and acting towards each other. double for the audience members. have spent their time to be a part of computer has access to the proceed- This section is provided for you I know there is a lot at stake in Do not forget the members of the the political process. ings. Rude behavior reflects poorly the reader. these discussions – quite a bit more City Council have been elected to 5. Do not interrupt. Ever. on us all. If you would like to see than simply money. Passions and represent you in local affairs. Even 6. Do not make fun of anyone for Finally I would like to suggest a your ideas in print, please frustrations are high, and those par- if you don’t like them personally any reason. Do not boo a speaker’s 20 minute break at all City meetings email them to irving@irvin- ticipating, regardless of their station or they hold views opposing yours, comments or observations. Regard- after two hours. I realize this could grambler.com or mail them to: or point of view, are deeply commit- show them respect, even if you don’t less of the situation, it always reflects cause some meetings to run a little The Irving Rambler, P.O. Box ted to the future of this city and those always feel it. badly on the community as a whole. longer, but very few people can sit 177731, Irving, Texas 75017 who live and work in it. 3. Be flexible and open minded. 7. Do not call friends, text, read still and stay focused for more than Re: Letters to the Editor We need to work together ef- A lot of information goes into every email, play games, draw, snooze or a couple of hours. A few breaks might ficiently within the system we have discussion, and no one person can leave the room while citizens are ad- actually help things move along more to come to the best conclusions pos- know everything. If you honestly lis- dressing the City Council. quickly. budget of more than $100 million, a sible. To that end, I would urge the ten to others’ points of view, you may 8. Don’t waste time blaming oth- In the case of City Council meet- few cookies are not going to send the City Council to forego any further begin to find solutions you would ers who cannot defend themselves. ings, the breaks should include City into financial ruin. discussion on an ‘ethics policy’ and have never imagined beforehand. What happened 3 or 6 or 20 years refreshments for the audience mem- Thank you for considering this establish a basic ‘manners policy’. 4. Never tell a speaker they ago happened. The focus of discus- bers: cookies, tea, finger sandwiches, little list of pleasantries. Though it Here are a few suggestions to don’t know what they are talking sions should not be what happened etc. A little snack is bound to make contains only a few simple ideas, it help get the ball rolling. about. Whether a City staff person, in the past, but how will we approach people more relaxed and reason- has the potential for benefiting the 1. Think things out before speak- businessman or resident, everyone the future. able after hours of discussion. Yes, city and the community as a whole. ing. In these four and five hour has their own realm of expertise. 9. Always remember that the budgets are tight, but with an annual Stacey Starkey Local Effects of National Policy - Irving’s Sponsored Irish-Americans need love, too By Phil Cerroni brand of Americans, I stumbled across D.C. Transportation & Infrastructure Convention There is a group of people who from some on-line forums where this very important to a city than understanding what its their first appearance on the shores question had been discussed, and the By Dennis Webb leaders can do now to increase their chances of of North America have continually Irish sentiment was clear: Irish-Ameri- Councilmember, City of Irving getting federal dollars to assist with transportation and unapologetically caused a ruckus cans are not Irish. This got me thinking At a time when there is no appetite to spend needs. My Council colleagues Joe Philipp and Rose both here and abroad. I am not talking about the Irish-American phenomenon, money on Capitol Hill, our nation’s surface trans- Cannaday, city staff members along with our part- about cirque du Soleil but about Irish- and I could not help wondering, despite portation needs are in great jeopardy, a sign of big ners at the Irving Chamber went to Washington to Americans, one of the most wide-spread all the full-blooded Irishmen who say trouble ahead for all cities, towns and states. reach out to other cities, encouraging them to join and most vocal Ethno-American groups. that their distant American cousins are That was the message at the City of Irving- us in this critical time and move Congress to act in Beginning with competition for not Irish, that they are very visible prod- sponsored national transportation and infrastruc- a positive way for our citizens and taxpayers. Our work and distrust of foreigners and Pa- ucts of their heritage. For example, 1600 ture convention held in Washington, D.C. last week, local members of Congress, including Eddie Bernice pists, developing through the years until years ago when the Irish kidnapped St. where for four days leaders from cities across the Johnson, Pete Sessions and Ralph Hall took time one of their own made it to the presi- Patrick, they were pirates raiding shores country heard how federal deficit and spending to join Congressman Mica, Congressman Jesse dency and, more recently, as a manifes- of England leaving as quickly as they tensions among lawmakers threaten to affect all Jackson Jr. and others to speak at the convention, tation (at least to some of the ‘real’ Irish) came. This is not dissimilar to all those of us very soon. and to listen to us. of international criticism of American proud Irish-Americans (and everyone What became clear is if nothing happens in Throughout the Washington convention week, foreign policy, Irish-Americans are a else) who sack local bars every Mar. 17 Congress by March 31, current highway funding many people praised the City of Irving for its pro- visible and unforgettable part of culture and are gone by two the next morning. runs out, and all highway projects will come to a gressive commitment to transportation needs, and in the United States. But what is the origin the particular halt, including maintenance. There will be no way its efforts to bring together visionaries, legislators, Each year, this becomes particularly animosity towards the descendents of to pay for any highway improvements, as federal Congress members, private companies, local elected apparent around Mar. 17 when green one of the most famous Irish diaspora? gasoline tax revenues will end. officials, educators and federal agency officials in shamrocks are everywhere, and in some In my own experience, at least, I have not In all, 27 members of Congress spoke at the strategic positions of national and international neighborhoods you take your life into encountered the same hostility toward transportation convention in Washington, sharing transportation. We are all looking for common your own hands if you are not appropri- my own heritage. When I was spending their ideas on how to avoid this looming setback. In sense, workable solutions. This is just too important ately attired come St. Patrick’s Day. But time abroad I told a Sicilian confectioner its fifth year, those attending the conference from to get mired in partisan politics and internal party on Mar. 18 there will be little proof of the that my grandmother’s cannoli was very over 20 states held a national conversation about disputes over national policy. In this case, national celebration the day before, aside from similar to his, he was delighted by the local transportation needs, sharing concerns and policy is very local policy, as close as the street run- green refuse in the dumpsters. ethnic connection. We then spend a few trying to persuade lawmakers to take action soon ning by your driveway or office. While looking into this special See IRISH AMERICANS, Page 8 on highways, bridges, roads, mass transit and other projects. Getting a long-term surface funding bill To place an ad, call (972) 870-1992 (which is supposed to be renewed every five years) or email [email protected] has eluded Congress since the last bill expired in CLASSIFIEDS 2009. Since then, temporary extensions have been granted again and again. EMPLOYMENT LEGAL NOTICE Congressman John L. Mica, R-Fla., chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure NOW HIRING Newspaper carrier To Deliver the Irving NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Committee, has proposed a 5-Year $260 billion PROPOSED ZONING CHANGES Rambler. Contact Tammy at Sales/Sales Manager CITY OF IRVING PLANNING AND ZONING funding bill, but it failed to get enough support 214-676-1145 or tammyp@ among his party members, mainly those who op- COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler is looking for a Public hearings are held to consider applications for amendments pose deficit spending. successful sales-focused person to man- to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and the Official Zoning Last week, while we were in Washington, Map of the City of Irving, Texas for the properties described herein: FOR SALE age and grow our print advertising sales. House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, rebelled We are an eight year old company with LOCATION, DATES & TIMES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: against House tradition and gave the job of getting Huge multi-family sale! March 24-25 two local newspapers and a total com- City Council Chambers of City Hall, 825 West Irving Blvd., Irving, a transportation bill passed to Rep. Bill Shuster, Texas Kids, baby, maternity items bined readership of about 70,000. Both R-Pa., taking it away from Chairman Mica. Con- Planning & Zoning Commission: Monday, April 2, 350 E Royal Lane servatives felt Mica’s bill contains too much deficit of our newspapers serve niche markets 2012, 7 p.m. @ Riverside spending, which Mica estimates to be $15 billion. with plenty of growth potential. City Council: Thursday, April 19, 2012, 7 p.m. www.jbfsale.com/irving We are still growing. The person we ZONING CASE ZC11-0036: Approximately 0.14 acres Boehner may accept a temporary two-year funding at 1102 W. Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway proposal put forth by the Senate or a more tempo- are looking for must be able to contact The request is to rezone the property from C-C (Community Com- rary extension while a compromise is worked out. local businesses both over the phone mercial) to S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for R-AB (Restaurant with Alcoholic Beverages) uses to allow the accessory use of alcohol Where does this leave Irving, Dallas, Fort and in person for the development of new business. This individual must also sales for on-premise consumption. Worth, Plano, North Richland Hills, Houston, ZONING CASE ZC12-0003: Approximately 16.813 Austin, Los Angeles, Miami and other cities? It is Buy provide excellent service to our clients acres at the northeast corner of Lake Carolyn Pkwy more important than ever to go to Washington, while selling advertising in our weekly and Las Colinas Blvd newspapers. The request is to rezone the property from M-FW (Freeway) district sit down with members of Congress and explain to TOD (Transit Oriented Development) district uses to develop the the dire needs in our community for transporta- it! property with a mixed-use development with multifamily, townhouse tion improvements, whether its roads, highways, The perfect candidate must have: and related uses. n interchanges, bridge replacement, light rail or even B2b sales experience. n plans for high-speed trains or ports. And invite your Extensive prior experience with face- LOCATION, DATES & TIMES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: member of Congress to come and see the needs in to-face cold calling. City Council Chambers of City Hall, 825 West Irving Blvd., Irving, n The ability to hire, train and coach Texas your town. Planning & Zoning Commission: Monday, April 2, 2012, If Congress does not act, highways, roads sales representatives. 7 p.m. n and bridges will continue to deteriorate as our Sell The ability to develop creative and ef- City Council: Thursday, May 10, 2012, 7 p.m. infrastructure problems grow. Nobody wants an- fective custom designed solution for our ZONING CASE ZC12-0005: Approximately 0.24 acres other budget impasse in Congress, another funding customers. at 622 Ridgecrest Drive n The request is to rezone the property from R-7.5 (Single Family) to standoff like the one affecting the Federal Aviation it! Strong communication, organization S-P-2 (Generalized Site Plan) for R-7.5 (Single Family) uses to allow Administration that lasted for a year of rancorous and planning skills. a carport that can be seen from the street. debate and a partial two-week shutdown. This time, ZONING CASE ZC12-0007: Approximately 0.47 acres at 718 E. Irving Blvd. cooler heads must prevail, and we must focus on Call for an appointment: 972-870-1992 The request is to rezone the property from C-C (Community Com- transportation infrastructure as the proper expense mercial) to S-P-1 (Detailed Site Plan) for restaurant uses to allow a that it is: an even greater investment in our future. restaurant with a reduction of the front yard setback and landscaping LEGAL NOTICE requirements. Rent All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearings “Nowhere is this focus brought more keenly and express their opinions on the zoning change request. Written to everyone’s attention than at the two transpor- The CITY OF IRVING, Texas will receive sealed responses in the Purchasing Division, 1st floor, 845 W. Irving Blvd, until the date response for the record may also be submitted to: tation meetings Irving sponsors. The March D.C. and time below and will open responses at the same location for City of Irving – Development Services, 825 W. Irving it! Blvd., Irving, TX 75060. convention is a prelude to the larger worldwide the following item: The application is on file for public review in Development Services ITB # 099D-12F transportation summit that Irving has sponsored at the address listed above during normal business hours. For ad- Irving Blvd. & Fairfax Dr each August for the past 14 years. This summer ditional information, please contact the Development Services at Water & Wastewater Improvements 972-721-2424. Please reference the case number when requesting the 15th meeting will be at the Omni Mandalay Pre-Bid Meeting 4/2/12 @ 1:00 PM information. in Irving, and will feature the DART Orange Line Irving Irving Civic Center Second Floor Conf. Rm. 2A 825 W. Irving Blvd. Irving, TX 75060 connection for participants to ride light rail to the Rambler This facility is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking spaces are convention.” Due Date: 4/10/12 3:30 PM Classifieds Responses must be received in a sealed envelope with solicitation available. Requests for interpretation services or assistive hearing Among the current gridlock of issues in Con- number and due date on the envelope. Late responses cannot be devices must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. Contact the City (972) 870-1992 Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493 for assistance. gress, none is more critical to solve than finding accepted. Information may be found at www.cityofirving.org a way to finance the next five years of surface click Departments/ Purchasing transportation spending. And at no time is it more Phone: 972.721.2631 www.IrvingRambler.com THE IRVING RAMBLER March 24, 2012 Page 7 OBITUARIES

Rhonda Bishop Luis Antonio Garza-Escalante Dallas, and Carly Horn and Jesse 11:00 am Monday, March 26, 2012 a member of Friends of the Irving Rhonda Bishop, age 57, of Grand Luis Antonio Garza-Escalante, Cavazos of Arlington; great grandson at Brown’s Memorial Chapel. Col. Public Library where he worked every Prairie, TX passed away Sunday, age 23, of Irving, TX passed away on Axton Cavazos of Arlington; and a Frederick C. Bauer, USAF (Ret) of- Wednesday. A devoted member of St. March 18, 2012. Services were Wed., Thursday, March 8, 2012. Services host of nieces, nephews, and other ficiating. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Irving for March 21, 2012 at Chism-Smith Fu- were held Thursday, March 22, 2012 family. Funeral services were held at 56 years. Survivors include his wife, neral Home. under the direction of Chism-Smith 2 PM Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Mickey Watson Martha; children, Dellanne Newman Funeral Home. Brown’s Memorial Chapel. Burial fol- Mickey Watson, age 84, a res- and husband Glenn of Trophy Club, Edith Imogene Bramblett lowed at Old Kit Cemetery in Irving. ident of Irving since 1946, died George Casey Watson and wife Eliza- Edith Imogene Bramblett, of Ir- James Ross “Jim” Hill Monday, March 19, 2012 at Baylor beth of Dallas and Jody Ruth Watson ving, passed away Wednesday, March James Ross “Jim” Hill, age 88, Glenda Karen Ratliff Medical Center Irving. Born Novem- of Norman, Oklahoma; grandson, 14, 2012. She was born November 26, beloved husband and father went Glenda Karen Ratliff, age 69, ber 3, 1927 in Dallas, Texas to John Gary Lucas Bowles of Westland, 1928 in San Diego, California. Imo- to be with the Lord on Wednesday, of Irving, TX passed away Saturday, Watson and Michigan; brother, Dennis Smith of gene graduated March 14, 2012. March 10, 2012. Arrangements were Anne Stricker California; sister, Nancy Watson of from Amarillo Born May 26, handled by Chism-Smith Funeral Watson, he Weatherford; and his two poodles, High in 1946 1923 in El Paso, Home. Services will be Saturday, married Mar- Mattie Lucille and Libby Louise. and at a much Texas to Floyd March 24,2012 at Plymouth Park tha Jo Lucas on The family received friends 6:00 to later time in A. Hill and Ida Baptist Church in Irving. August 6, 1948 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 22 at her life, earned Bitticks Hill, he in Irving. Mick- Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home. A a Bachelor’s married Mar- Darrel Story ey was a U.S. Memorial service was held Friday at Degree in Mu- ian Walworth Darrel Story, age 78, a resident Navy veteran 11 am at St. Marks Episcopal Church, sic Education on October 22, of Irving for 54 years, died Wednes- of WW II and a devoted American. 516 S O’Connor, Irving, TX. In lieu of at Incarnate Word in San Antonio. 1944 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Jim day, March 21, 2012 at home. Born He took pride in welcoming home flowers, the family request Memori- She then earned a Master’s Degree in was a resident of Irving since 1954 November 24, troops weekly at DFW. His passion als be made in his name to Friends Library Science from Our Lady of the and a pilot with Braniff for more 1933 in Willow, in life was to help others exhibited of the Irving Public Library, PO Box Lake and applied it to her teaching than 30 years. After that he worked Oklahoma to by community services. A member of 152288, Irving, TX 75015. as Librarian of the Middle School in for the FAA for 10 years before he Earnest Dar- the Volunteer Airport Ambassadors New Braunfels. She also taught pri- retired. He was co-founder of the Ir- rel Story and for 12 years. One of the chairmen for vate piano lessons. After retirement, ving Girls Softball League, a member Naomah Lee Irving Centennial, he was a mem- she worked with Henry, filing income of the Irving Sports Hall of Fame, a Mauldin Story, ber of Parks Board Irving Renewal taxes for others. She is preceded sports coach with the DeMolays, and he married and North Lake Core Club. He was in death by her husband Henry T. a swimming instructor to numerous Norma Fay Ea- active in Boy Scouts of America, a “Jack” Bramblett, and brother Albert Irving children. He was also a lifetime son on December 10, 1955 in Vernon, Baylor volunteer cancer driver and Loftus Pearce, and is survived by her PTA award recipient, a WWII Naval Texas. Darrel served in the U.S. Army. daughters Carrolyn Cannon and hus- Aviator and a member of Irving He was employed at Borden Milk for band James of Fritch, Texas, Teresa Bible Church. Preceded in death by 47 years, and he was a member of Clemons and husband Ronney of his parents and brother, Allan Hill, Oak View Baptist Church in Irving. Montgomery, Alabama, and Linda he is survived by his wife; daughter, Preceded in death by his parents Montgomery of Carrollton; son Jack Sandye (Sara Lynne) Hill; sons, Mike and a brother, Ed Story, survivors include his wife, Norma; sons, Keith Bramblett and wife Sharon of Grand Hill, Tommy Hill, and Rocky Hill, remation ervices Prairie; 8 grandchildren; and 10 great all of Irving; grandchildren, Daniel, Story and wife Terry of Colleyville, & C S grandchildren. Debbie, Andrew, and Douglas; 12 Ken Story and wife Teddie of Irving, Funeral services were held at 9 great grandchildren; brothers, Gene Kevin Story and wife Anita of Grand A preferred AM Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at Pio- Hill of Idaho and Kenneth Hill of El Prairie; grandchildren, Ashley Cates LifeLegacy provider neer Drive Baptist Church in Irving Paso. Visitation was 6:00 to 8:00 and husband Caleb of College Station, with Rev. Bobby Joe Raper officiat- p.m., Wednesday, March 21 at Don- Stacy Smith of Colleyville, Polly Story 403 South Britain Rd., ing. Burial followed at DFW National nelly’s Colonial Funeral Home. Ser- and fiancé Corey Shupe of League Irving TX 75060 Cemetery in Dallas. Arrangements vice was 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March City, Tyler Story and fianceé Chelsea www.chismsmithfuneralhome.com 972-259-7644 made by Brown’s Memorial Funeral 22 in the funeral home chapel. Burial Sutton and Trevor Story, all of Irving, Home. will be at Dallas-Fort Worth National Sylvia Huffines and husband Windel Cemetery. Memorial contributions of Grand Prairie; Tracy Cole and hus- Thurman Wesley Burket may be made to the Gideons or Spe- band Clark of Clarksville, Tennessee; At the age of 89, Thurman Wes- cial Olympics. We love you, Daddy. great grandsons, Parker Cates, Coo- ley Burket, known as, “Tubby” went per Cates, John Weatherly, Justin to be with the Lord on Sunday, March Tommy Kane Weatherly, Austin Cole and Anthony 18, 2012. Tubby Tommy Kane born June 29, Cole. Darrel is also survived by his loved his Lord, 1928 in Dallas, Texas passed away sister, Sue Hall and husband Joe of and was a lov- March 17, 2012. He was a lifelong Pampa. Visitation was from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday at Donnelly’s ing husband resident of Irving who opened his 972.745.1638 Charlotte Chism Waldrum Colonial Funeral Home. Service was and father own radio and television repair RestlandCoppell.com Funeral Home Manager to his family, shop at age 16 on Irving Boulevard 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 23 at Oak and a friend to in the back of Spann Brothers Gas View Baptist Church, 1004 South many. He was Station and later moved Kane Radio Story Road in Irving with Dr. Jim All-in-one Funeral Home, Crematory and Cemetery the founder of & TV to Shady Grove Road where Gerlach and Rev. Wallace Philpot of- Farmer Boy’s Market in Irving which he remained until retiring in 1991. ficiating. A private interment service Serving Irving and Las Colinas served the public for 52 years until He was a private pilot and member was at Dallas-Fort Worth National he retired in 2008. Tubby’s second of the NRA. He is preceded in death Cemetery. Memorial contributions love was dominos. He was a World by his mother Hazel Mullen and may be made to Oak View Baptist Champion 42 player. daughter Hazel Stacy. He is survived Church: Faith For The Future. Born September 11, 1922 in La- by his wife of 58 years, Louise Kane mar County, Texas, he was the son of of Irving; daughter Brenda Martin Ruth Taylor Walter Burket and Almeda Haygood and husband Richard of Possum Ruth Taylor, a resident of Irving Burket. He served in the United Kingdom Lake; son Gerald Kane and for over 60 years, passed on March States Army during World War II - wife Diane of Grand Prairie; daughter 16. She was born September 12, 1912 the Railspitters, 84th Infantry. He Sherry Johnson and husband Rick in San Augus- “Simply Complete Cremation” for $1295* landed on Omaha Beach and served of Irving; half-brother Glenn Mullen tine, Texas. She Accepting preneed arrangements with any funeral home in France, Germany and Belgium. and wife Yvonne of Irving; grand- was 99 years www.prepaidfunerals.texas.gov Tubby married Mae Marie Preston children Laurie Hendricks, Tammy old and still in- on November 1, 1947. He was preced- Hooten; Jeffery Stacy; Jeremy Kane; dependent and 400 S. Freeport Parkway, Coppell, Texas 75019 ed in death by his wife, Mae on June Amanda Cuellar; Erin Dewbre; Wes- strong. Ruth © 2012 STEI *Price subject to change without notice 2, 2010 and eight siblings, including ley Martin; Jacob Johnson and Katlin was married to twin-brother, Herman William Bur- Johnson; 16 great-grandchildren and John W. Tay- ket. Tubby is survived by daughters 2 great-great grandchildren, Aiden lor (who passed Anna Tipton and husband Pat, Linda Puryear and AJ Harris. The family in 1978). She is survived by her Burket, Deborah Norton and hus- received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 son, Thomas Neal Taylor and her band, Dennis, all of Irving and Sherry pm on Friday March 23, 2012 at daughter, Dorothy Taylor Bauer. Brauchler and husband, Dave, of Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home. A She has three grandchildren; Scott Euless; a son Terry Burket and wife, graveside service will be held at 11:00 Bauer of Beaumont, TX; Kimberly Rhonda, of Roxton; 8 grandchildren, am on Saturday March 24, 2012 with Bauer Burke of Dallas, TX; and Krisana Tipton, Patrick Tipton and Dr. Jim Gerlach officiating. Memorial Tiffany Bauer Campbell of Austin, wife Lauren, Chad Avery and wife donations may be made to Oak View TX. She has enjoyed her five great- Founder Niki, Amy Burket, Kyle Norton and Baptist Church General Fund, 1004 grandchildren; Sydney Bauer, Ava Continuing wife Melissa, Alyssa Norton, David S. Story Rd., Irving, TX 75060. and Chloe Burke; and Jackson and Brauchler III, and Rhett Brauchler; Samantha Campbell. She was a lov- The Tradition three great grandchildren; numerous Geneva F. “Jean” King ing wife, mother, grandmother, and nieces and nephews. Geneva F. “Jean” King, of Irving, great-grandmother. Ruth Taylor was “The Right Choice The funeral service was 6:30 passed away Wednesday, March 21, active in various organizations in for Over 54 Years.” p.m. Tuesday, March 20 at Donnel- 2012. She was born January 28, 1930 Irving including PTA, Green Thumb ly’s Colonial Funeral Home Chapel in Blooming Grove, Texas. She is pre- Garden Club (as a charter member), in Irving with a visitation following. ceded in death by her husband Leon- the White Oak Chapter of DAR and 972-254-4242 Another service was held 11 a.m. ard King in 1996, and eight brothers the Confederate Dames. She was a Wednesday, March 21 at Midway and sisters. Survivors include her Girl Scout leader. She was an execu- Ben F. Brown www.brownmem.com Christian Church in the Broadway daughters Lucretia Kilborn of Austin, tive secretary for Equality Paper Box Community, south of Paris, TX. This and Venica Horn and husband Rick in Dallas, Pollock Paper Company service was immediately followed of Arlington; sister Kathryn Mobley in Dallas and Federal Printing Com- Director in Charge Gary Westerman by burial in Lake Creek Cemetery and husband Bob of Missouri; grand- pany in Irving. She was a Charter in Delta County, North of Cooper. children Meagan Kilborn and Mike Member of First Church of Christ, Owned and Operated by Grandsons and sons-in-law served Rodriguez of Austin, Caleb Kilborn, Scientist in Irving. A private burial Jeanne Brown & The Brown Family as pallbearers. Camden Horn and wife Nikki of was held. Memorial services to be

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Irving City Manager Tommy Gonzalez joins Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP Client Liaison Mary Sue Daniel, Fines and Fees Project Manager Sophronia Johnson, Partner Bridget Lopez and Regional Manager Nancy Primeaux in the presentation of a $5,000 donation to Irving YMCA Executive Director Doug Fox. YMCA receives donation from tax collection law firm The law firm that collects de- “Linebarger Goggan Blair & great things.” linquent property taxes for both the Sampson believes in making phil- The law firm also collects out- City of Irving and Irving Independent anthropic investments in the com- standing fines and fees for the City School District, Linebarger Goggan munities where we do business. We Municipal Court. In addition to Blair & Sampson, LLP, has donated value our partnership with both the bringing the Irving YMCA closer to $5,000 to the Irving YMCA for the City and School,” said Primeaux. its 2012 fundraising goal of $110,000, second consecutive year. Linebarger “After learning of the wide range the contribution will help fund the Goggan Blair & Sampson Regional of programs available at the Irving agency’s Play and Learn program, Manager Nancy Primeaux presented YMCA for young people, we are hope- which focuses on literacy and early Wednesday, April 11th the check on Mar. 21. ful that our donation will accomplish childhood education. Las Colinas Country Club “We appreciate Linebarger Gog- Maybe it is the luck of the Irish or our Gaelic kinsman’s gan Blair & Sampson for this great Scottish charm; but the response to the Tilted Kilt coming sign of support of the Irving YMCA to Las Colinas Country Club April 11th is overwhelming! almost four hundred million of us, and the youth served by our agency,” Don’t miss out on this fabulous night supporting North we can only find that to a point in our said Fox. “The generosity of Line- Texas’ largest Honor Guard and our wounded heroes! Our Irish Americans heartfelt appreciation for all of those who have ordered Continued from Page 6 own country. barger Goggan Blair & Sampson, as tickets and called to sponsor tables; without the support So whether or not Irish-Ameri- well as other donors and volunteers, of our community the Foundation would not be able to minutes trying to figure out how close cans are Irish in the eyes of Irish law, is what helps keep YMCA services respond to the needs of firefighters or their families at his home is to my family’s point of their roots are in Ireland. The Yahoo available for Irving families.” critical moments of sacrifice. JOIN US TODAY! origin. This is not the only instance post that read, “[When people say,] Source: Irving Family YMCA Honoring the rich legacy of Fire Service in America! when I found Europeans glad to see ‘I’m Irish too, my great-great-great Americans searching for their roots. grandfather is from there” - That I think a lot of it comes down to doesn’t make you Irish, you have pride, pride in being Irish whether Irish ancestry, but you’re as Irish full blooded or otherwise. There is as Sushi,’” misses the point of why Visalakshi Rao Vallury, M.D., Ph.D. also another reason perhaps that Irish-Americans are proud of their Irish-Americans love to reference heritage. Specializing in Family Practice their roots – the ethnic vacuum pres- But there are responsibilities for ✦ University of Illinois College of Medicine ent in America. In every other coun- claiming one’s culture as this Irish- try in the world, culture and ethnicity man points out. 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An Beautiful”. estimated one thousand guests are Started in 1980, TexasFest, a expected to attend the gala, setting volunteer-led event, was organized a new TexasFest attendance record, by the Irving Healthcare Founda- on April 28 at the Irving Convention tion and raised $55,000. Through Center in Las Colinas. the years, TexasFest has raised more “We are excited to have sold- than $9 million to support the Irving out early this year,” remarks Clem Healthcare Foundation and has a Lear, TexasFest 2012 Sponsorship goal to raise $310,000 this year. Chair. “We would like to thank our The Foundation’s mission is to make sponsors and donors who responded people healthier in the Irving com- quickly and generously to help keep munity by awarding funds raised and our community healthy.” by encouraging volunteer service to The theme for TexasFest 2012 worthy nonprofit organizations that Photo by Philip Cerroni will be “Cowboys and Cajuns”, a provide healthcare in Irving. The After taking first place in the ATP Dallas Tennis Classic’s doubles division, partners Santiago Texas-style Mardi Gras. “Guests will Baylor Medical Center at Irving, Our Gonzalez (right) and Scott Lipsky (left) pose with Challenger Tour coordinators. enjoy a Texan and Cajun inspired Children’s House at Baylor-Irving, Ir- buffet, silent and live auctions, and ving Interfaith Clinic, the Childhood The tournament was such a with the event as the ATP officials various activities throughout the eve- Obesity Task Force, and the Irving Pro tennis runaway success that the ATP asked were. ning,” added Diana Pfaff, TexasFest Dental Center are beneficiaries of Continued from Page 1 the tournament directors to consider “As a player I can honestly say 2012 Event Chair. “Country musician the Irving Healthcare Foundation. hosting a first tier ATP tournament it’s the best time I’ve played,” glowed Sammy Kershaw will headline our Information about TexasFest and The Dallas Classic, set up as a Chal- next year, either upgrading the Chal- newly crowned champion Dancevic. show. Guests will enjoy his music on the Irving Healthcare Foundation is lenger tournament (the second tier lenger or hosting two events. This Irving Mayor Beth Van Duyne and off the dance floor.” Kershaw’s available at www.healthyirving.org. in the ATP tour circuit) is in a unique is especially surprising because the pledged the city’s continuing support situation. tournament was put together in three in the attempt to turn Irving into a “There’s no way you can bring months, a short time to organize an major ATP destination. these marquee players to a tourna- event this big. It was a monumental “We cannot wait to work with ment without millions and millions task that Papp deftly completed. you as partners to get ready for this of dollars,” Papp said. The players were as impressed tournament next year.” Usually Challenger tournaments are not allowed to include top 50 players, but the Dallas Classic has Fine Chinese Cuisine and Coctail a special arrangement. 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MacArthur Blvd., Suite 190 Irving, TX 75063 (972) 444-9760 Andreev, No. 98 in the world facing off against Frank Dancevic, No. 175. Dancevic played his way through the qualifying rounds, working his way up from the bottom to become the first singles champion at the Dallas Tennis Classic, beating Andreev 7-6(4), 6-3. But this is not the first time Dancevic has taken the tennis world by storm. Last year, he became the Provided by Irving Healthcare Foundation first player to go from the qualifying Representatives of Citi receive the Distinguished Organization rounds into the main draw in all four Award for its generous support of Irving Interfaith Clinic. Grand Slam tournaments in one year. “Every time I played, I got five Mazon family, Citi honored by healthcare foundation percent better,” Dancevic said try- ing to explain his Cinderella-story Provided by Paula Romano momentum. He also shared part The Mazon family of Irving and Citi were honored for distinguished of his strategy for beating the more generosity for both gifts of funds and volunteer time during a recent banquet imposing Andreev. hosted by Irving Healthcare Foundation (IHF). “My goal today was to make “When one of the Mazons volunteers to help an organization, you get the points quick … win as many free the support of that entire, wonderful family,” said IHF President John Drake, points as I could at the serve.” But he who presented the Distinguished Family Award to Helma and John Mazon admitted that he did not waltz away and their children. with the trophy. “The baseline rally Helma Mazon serves on Baylor Medical Center at Irving’s and the Irving was a coin toss … a match like today Healthcare Foundation’s boards of directors. Daughter Lisa is a longtime came down to a couple of balls.” officer and volunteer for the IHF Guild, as well. The men’s doubles match ended Alan Haile, DDS, presented the Distinguished Organization Award very differently with No. 1 seed Gon- to Citi for its generous support of Irving Interfaith Clinic, one of IHF’s five zales/Lipsky defeating Russell/Reyn- healthcare beneficiaries. Citi has given more than $66,000 to Irving Interfaith olds with a score of 6-4, 6-3. Although Clinic since 2009, making it the agency’s most generous corporate partner. Santiago Gonzalez and Scott Lipsky do not usually play together, this is their third win in Dallas, and they Texas leads in mobile Internet use will be partners in the upcoming Sony Connected Texas recently re- broadband use. However, more than Ericsson Open in Miami together. Hawaiian Day in the Bistro on Feb. 29th! leased a report focusing on mobile half of Texas adults (52 percent) do “We are hoping for a good tour- broadband use across the state. not subscribe to mobile broadband. nament in Miami,” Lipsky said, Live Hula Show from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM With mobile Internet expected to Forty-eight percent of adults intending to turn the lessons learned soon make up about four out of five (approximately 8.9 million Texans) from this tournament into a win at Regular lunch pricing broadband subscriptions around the use mobile broadband to connect to the larger ATP tour stop. world, the Texas Goes Mobile: Mobile the Internet. Broadband Adoption and Satisfac- Mobile broadband use is higher tion Across Texas report gives an among low-income and minor- in-depth look at how and why Texans ity populations, including approxi- are using the technology. mately 932,000 Hispanic, 294,000 “Smartphones are revolution- African American, and 634,000 izing the way Texans communicate low-income Texans. and function in our modern world,” Eighty-four percent of adults said Connected Texas Executive (approximately 15.3 million Texans) Director Don Shirley. “This report own a cell phone. 56 percent of those helps us with the important task of cell phone owners subscribe to a understanding how Texans are em- mobile Internet service. 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Evening Lions Club Put a Paw print in your heart 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00pm and a best friend at home! Community Bible Church 2301 Texas Drive The precious pets at the DFW Humane Society would like to bring a lifetime of love and happiness into your home!! Greater Irving Republicans Meets the first Tues. each month Hi my name @ Spring Creek BBQ at 7 p.m. is Midget, and like what Irving Amateur Radio Club my name Fourth Thurday of the month means I am 7:30 to 9 PM a small cute little guy. I Senter Park East am an 11 228 Chamberlain Let me guess... My picture caught month old www.irvingarc.org your eye, right?? I know, I know... I'm red, 4140 Valley View Ln. quite the handsome dog, especially in neutered Irving AMBUCS Irving, Texas 75038 my bow tie! My name is Jackson, and male that Thursday at 11:30am I can't wait to meet you. I am about was rescued 972-721-7788 one year and nine months and I love New Panda Cafe from another www.dfwhumane.com West Hwy 183 service rd. to be around other dogs. I was shelter. I am a sweet loving cat that housebroken when I was brought in, OPEN: gets along well with other cats and Irving Garden & Arts so it shouldn't take me long at all to people. I love to be held and played Tuesday - Friday adjust to family life once again. Come 2nd Thursday, 10am with. Please come by and let's meet. 11am-6pm meet me today. I'll be here waiting Irving Garden & Arts Building You will see I may be small in size, but Saturday 10am – 5pm with a smile just for you! huge in love. 906 S. Senter 214.435.9876 Come adopt a new family member today! Irving Noonday Lions If you can’t adopt, please donate! Wednesdays Ph 972-409-9940 New Panda Cafe @ 11:30 Hwy 183 At Story, Irving

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

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

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

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

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

Organizations are required to re-submit their infor- mation on a monthly basis to insure that the Irving Rambler will have accurate information. Listings are limited to the Organization’s name, meeting location and time. If an organization wishes to have more information than the free listing offers, we will continue to offer other advertising opportunities. www.IrvingRambler.com THE IRVING RAMBLER March 24, 2012 Page 11 Fluor named one of the world’s most ethical companies Fluor Corporation recently announced that for the regulatory infraction histories; evaluating the investment sixth straight year the company has been recognized in innovation and sustainable business practices; examin- as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the ing activities designed to improve corporate citizenship; Ethisphere Institute. The most ethical companies list is and studying nominations from senior executives, indus- announced annually by the Ethisphere Institute, a lead- try peers, suppliers and customers. ing international think-tank dedicated to the creation, “Each year the competition for World’s Most Ethi- “Provided in partnership with the advancement and sharing of best practices in business cal Companies intensifies as the number of nominations Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce.” ethics, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption submitted for consideration grows,” said Alex Brigham, and sustainability. executive director of Ethisphere. “This year’s winners “Fluor is honored to again be recognized as one of know that a strong ethics program is a key component to a the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere successful business model, and they continue to scrutinize Institute,” said David Seaton, Fluor’s chairman and CEO. their ethical standards to keep up with an ever-changing “This year, as we celebrate Fluor’s centennial anniversary, regulatory environment.” we reflect on how our commitment to conducting busi- To announce this year’s recipients, Ethisphere ness ethically in an open and transparent manner has analyzed nominations from companies in more than 100 been the foundation to our success for the past 100 years.” countries across 36 industries. The methodology for the World’s Most Ethical Com- Source: Fluor Corporation panies includes reviewing codes of ethics, litigation and

Heritage Society recognizes students’ work on recipe book Students of MacArthur High Schools Business Information Man- agement 2 and Business Practicum Chamber Appoints Austin Primiano class were honored by the Irving Heritage Society on Feb. 29. Under as VP of Legislative & International Affairs the direction of Cheryl Oertel, the The Chamber is proud to announce the ap- two classes worked on retyping Provided by Mary Higbie pointment of Austin Primiano as Vice President, and layout design while converting Irving Heritage Society members Cheryl Ortel, Patty Landers Legislative & International Affairs. Primiano will a 1989-1990 tea recipe book into a Caperton, Dana Duvall Morgan, Peggy Duvall, Mary Moorman, oversee government affairs and strategic relation- digital format for reprinting. Kaye Ward and Velma Edwin gather on Feb. 29 to recognize ships with international, federal, state and local A certificate as well as a donation students’ work on converting a cookbook into a digital format. elected officials. He will also be the staff liaison to check was presented to Ms. Oertel the Government Affairs Committee, Transporta- in appreciation for the work by the never typed on a typewriter. the original illustrations. tion Management Association, and Committee to classes. During the discussion, the Among those on hand for the This is one of several ongoing Inform Voters on Business Issues. MacArthur students were interested recognition were project chair Patty projects involving students from the Prior to joining the Chamber, Primiano worked with congressional in the IBM typewriter ball which was Landers Caperton, Heritage Society Irving Independent School District and state legislative leaders representing a global manufacturer with brought to show the comparison of President Mary Moorman, Peggy and the Irving Heritage Society headquarters in the Metroplex. Primiano has represented national former methods of typing the ma- Duvall who chaired the original tea during the Heritage House 100th trade associations and Fortune-listed companies over a career span- terials for printing compared to the recipe book committee and artist Anniversary year. ning Texas and Washington, DC. His primary focus has been working computer layout. Most students had Dana Duvall Morgan who provided Source: Irving Heritage Society with stakeholders and officials to seek business-focused solutions to pending government policy issues. In addition, he has led efforts to revitalize political action committees and grassroots advocacy pro- grams. Primiano and his wife, Angela, relocated from Washington, DC, to Texas in 2005. Government Affairs Committee Adopts Recommendation to Amend 60:40 Ordinance Last week the GILCCC Government Affairs Committee unani- mously adopted a recommendation for the City to amend the so-called “60:40 Ordinance” concerning restaurant food and alcohol sales in Irving. The proposal would revise the food and beverage sales ratio Remembering the love, David Jordan and to 40:60 for restaurants and help address burdensome reporting Michael Christy present Kim Paris a ‘Love David Jordan officiates as Officer Stephen requirements. Certificate’ in honor of her late husband, Officer Burris receives the Police Officer of the Year A coalition of restaurant and property owners are seeking the David Paris’, work in the community. award. amendment to better reflect actual price inflation for their products in recent years. In addition, the proposed reporting requirements would create more certainty for businesses and eliminate enforcement inconsistencies. The Chamber’s Board of Directors will consider the Committee’s recommendation at its March 27 meeting. If approved, a resolution would be forwarded to the City Council for their consideration.

Photos by Michael Christy For their efforts to bring cancer awareness to Hoping to attend UT Arlington, Mikesha Cardwell Prep, Laura Sanctapin and Cesar Lopez Charles is named a Teenager of the Year. are named Vocational Students of the Year.

Elks honors of fellow student Oscar Gomez. The two honorees were drawn Continued from Page 1 Teenager of the Year Jake Mor- from a field of young people who rison wore his class t-shirt and told won monthly honors as ‘Teen of the Chief Mario Molina to the podium to the group he would be headed back to Month’ and most of the twenty young accept the award on behalf of Bobby campus shortly for ongoing rehears- people were in attendance with their Noah’s Opens New Event Center with Ribbon Cutting John, because the firefighter was als. A member of the class of 2014, parents. Noah’s and the Chamber celebrated the grand opening of their busy on a call. he plans to pursue a career in marine Also on hand were all the prin- new location with a ribbon cutting on March 15th. The new event center “This young man is a product biology at A&M Galveston. cipals of Irving’s high schools. David opened on February 24th and is located at 6101 E. Campus Circle Drive, of Irving schools,” Molina told the Fellow Teenager of the Year Saenz of Jack E. Singley Academy Irving, TX 75063. group, “and he always wanted to be a Mikesha Charles hopes to attend UT had warm praise for all of the can- Noah’s is a multi-use event center that provides a number of firefighter. Besides being committed Arlington for the nursing field, prob- didates. meeting opportunities for all of life’s events from corporate events to to the community, he’s a member of ably in pediatrics. Tears streaking her “All of these young people are weddings. With 4 different style rooms available that accommodate the our honor guard.” face, she made her mother stand to really involved. It takes extra effort larger crowds of up to 300 people to the board room setting of up to 30 Irving Police Chief Larry Boyd share the honor. to not only get their studies in order, people, Noah’s has the meeting space you need. Every room has built was on hand to honor Officer Burris. “I’m very proud of my daughter,” but then to lend a hand with commu- in audio-visual components and includes other unique features like “He serves as a DWI enforce- said a sobbing Patricia Price, “and I’m nity service, putting on programs to the receding board room table that lowers into the ground. They offer ment office. He’s received over 25 glad that she’s humble. enhance student life as well,” Saenz competitive pricing and will accommodate for any particular catering citizens’ commendations and has “We haven’t done it by ourselves said. “They’re really remarkable service that you choose. participated in community outreach. – it’s been by God.” young people.” For more information about Noah’s or to schedule a meeting, please He coordinates the MADD walk, and call (972) 580-8100. he’s always prepared.” This last com- ment brought laughter, since Officer GUARANTEED WORKMANSHIP INSURANCE CLAIMS WELCOMED Texas Comptroller Announces Tax Amnesty for Businesses Burris had already stepped to the Texas Comptroller Susan Combs has announced the opportunity podium with a flashlight to assist AIRPORT FRWY (183) PIONEER for businesses to clear up their tax records without any penalty. The Chief Boyd in reading his prepared state’s Fresh Start tax amnesty period is set for June 12-Aug. 17, 2012. statement. “The amnesty is a chance for businesses to set their tax records THUR 12 Nika McCoy, counselor for IN MAVIS All Makes and Models straight and save money by not having to pay penalty and interest on Cardwell Prep, cited the efforts of LOOP BRI TA

O’CONNO R tax reports they had failed to file,” Combs said. “During the two-month MacAR Collision Repair & winning students Cesar Lopez and RAILROAD Refinishing Specialists amnesty businesses can file those missing reports and pay the overdue Laura Sanctapin for bringing cancer taxes, or amend and pay previous reports in which they had incorrectly awareness to the forefront after their IRVING BLVD. stated a lower amount than was due.” campus was devastated at the death 404 Mavis, Irving Texas 75061 972-438-8525 The tax amnesty covers taxes and fees that were originally due before April 1, 2012. The amnesty does not apply to underpaid tax Even Exchange returns (tax that was reported but not paid) or filing periods that busi- nesses have in audit. The Fresh Start amnesty applies to sales tax, franchise tax and other state or local taxes or fees administered by the Comptroller’s office, except Public Utility Commission gross receipts assessments. Taxpayers can get details on the Fresh Start tax amnesty at www. freshstart.texas.gov, or by calling 1-800-252-1390.

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ground floor and residence above. or two upstairs. Heritage District “Keep the sidewalks wide 5. Develop a transit-oriented Continued from Page 1 enough so people can walk side by three story complex adjacent to the side. train station - small businesses on resolution. “And for gosh sake, don’t tear the ground floor and apartments Enter a new variable: Monte An- down your post office.” upstairs. derson with Options Real Estate. An He closed with five ideas that he It would be premature to char- established developer since 1991 in believed a developer could accom- acterize Anderson as a player in the West Dallas and north Ellis County, plish in South Irving within 60 days. City’s development picture. The he agreed to tour the old downtown 1. Schedule regular public developer intends to go through the fire station at the invitation of his events to stir interest in downtown proper channels if and when he does friend, concerned Irving business- - highlighting its inviting quirks and business with the City. man/car dealer Don Herring. strengths. “The public would have to be What he saw there and his 2. Repurpose the old Sign very involved with what happens,” impressions became a passionate Company to house industrial artists he said. “Any design would start at speech he shared with a group of who will share equipment, parti- the bottom and bubble up. Get ideas concerned citizens on Mar. 7. tioning them off with fenced spaces from everybody. And when you have “There’s really no savior for a rather than walls. meetings, schedule them in some of community from the outside,” he 3. Transform the Second your existing businesses ,so people said. “It all happens from within, an Street Fire Station so that a restau- are exposed to this wonderful area. organic thing. rant and museum share the ground “Above all, it must be a collabo- “But I’ve had experience with floor (with the restaurant manager ration with the Council and all the some projects that might be similar overseeing the museum); create a people who are involved. It has to be to ones you’re working on.” suite of offices on the second floor. embraced by those parties, or I won’t As he proceeded through a 4. Build small homes in the want to be here. PowerPoint presentation, audience lots at Second and Delaware, pre- “But if I do get involved, I will be members saw the historic Fire Sta- serving the existing trees. Consider very results-oriented. It’ll be part of tion #15 in Oak Cliff which Anderson an owner’s house with a rental unit my contract.” redeveloped as a Gloria’s Restaurant. They saw the Smoke Restaurant and Family owned — 35 years experience the Belmont Hotel; the Texas Theater where Lee Harvey Oswald was ap- prehended after shooting President Kennedy; a rundown tire shop that consisted only of a row of metal pole barns which Anderson transformed into The Foundry entertainment ven- ue and the Chicken Shack restaurant. Throughout the presentation, Anderson spoke. About the grand old McDermott-Cook home, he said, “There’s no way we could tear it WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR down.” About a newly-built Midlo- GOLD AND PRECIOUS METALS: thian Mid-Towne development, “We Jewelry  Watches want diversity - a variety of small Diamonds  Coins businesses sharing the space.” About and much more! a series of modest homes called the See complete list at Villas, “We know trees are important. www.goldrushdallas.com I got a horticulturist out to preserve the 100 year old trees, and we built We repair jewelry! the houses between them.” If he were to advise Irving, he GOLD RUSH - IRVING said, he’d concentrate on doing first GRAND OPENING 4020 N. MacArthur Blvd., Ste 124 what can easily be done. “Start small Irving, Tx 75038 with what you can afford to do. Then SPECIALS: (Tom Thumb Shopping Center N.E. Corner MacArthur Blvd & Northgate) you add another little piece as you  Free Ring Cleaning go along. 972-887-2263 “Get a small entrepreneur in or watch battery change [email protected] there, somebody who can own the Bring ad with you. Open 10:30 AM-5 PM Monday-Friday building. Put the business in on the Limit one per customer. Through 4/30/12 and 10:30 AM-4 PM Saturdays.

IRVING VOICES PRESENTS IMPORTANT CITY COUNCIL ELECTION ISSUES

√ ENTERTAINMENT CENTER - The Entertainment Center financing is flawed. It puts the residents of Irving at risk for higher taxes. It increases our debt and in its present form will generate a lawsuit which will destroy our 60/40 alcohol law. Any incumbent member (Stopfer) & their associates, responsible for this fiasco should not be considered for re-election.

√ HERITAGE DISTRICT - Because many on the council indulged McDougal, rescuing him over and over again, our City will now have to issue bonds & increase your taxes to make payments on them in order to fulfill their obligation to the bank. Any incumbent member (Stopfer) & their associates, responsible for this fiasco should not be considered for re-election.

√ CITY DEBT - When Gears took office 7 years ago, City debt was ±$300M. At the end of his term, city debt had sky rock- eted to approximately $550M. With the EC and Heritage added, it would increase to about 3/4 of a BILLION dollars. This is what smug, overbearing council members (like Rick Stopfer) who have been in their seats too long let happen.*

√ TAXES - Your taxes were increased this past year to cover the mistake made in projection of payments on the Conven- tion Center. Fees have been added numerous times to your water bill and these are simply taxes disguised as fees. Your taxes will be raised yet again for bailing McDougal out. If the Entertainment Center financing package is bonded as it is being presented, rest assured the HOT money will go to pay for the Entertainment Center and your taxes will be increased to continue our Arts, Museums, and ICVB programs! The “Six Pack” Rick, Rose, Roy, Lewis, Mike, Dennis - are advocating this. Irving Voices says no more taxes.

√ ETHICS AND CAMPAIGN FINANCING - Our ethics rules are weak. They need to be strengthened to cover campaign financ- ing, voting when one has received monies from anyone connected to any project at hand, voting when you are directly affected by the outcome of the vote (pension plans, etc.) and many other things. All of these are unethical and have oc- curred repeatedly in the past. Beware of sitting council seeking re-election (Stopfer) and those associated with him.

√ WATER - Settling our water issue is a major concern. This issue has been talked to death and money has been wasted on consultants. (i.e. $1.2M to Dean Intl.) Council needs to get down to business in solving this major problem.

√ CONTRACTS - Million dollar consultant contracts need to disappear from the city’s budget. Contracts need to be vetted to ensure that Irving has 100% control and audit power into any future contracts. Irving needs a City Attorney that will tell the Council the legal upside and downside of any contract that is presented to the Council for a vote. [email protected] www.irvingvoices.com

Pol. Ad Paid by Irving Voices *Facts taken from public city sources. ** Source public city meeting.