Baytown Still Reeling One Year After Harvey Catastrophe
One year after Hurricane Harvey, Baytown area recovery continues amid widespread flood damage. Harvey struck as a Category 4 storm on August 25 2017 causing about 125 billion dollars in damage and dropping over 51 inches of rain as it stalled over the Texas Gulf Coast. The report notes ongoing rebuilding across neighborhoods and references Baytown Page 8A.
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Double Bayou marks Harvey anniversary with recovery meeting
Residents gathered at Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Double Bayou on the eve of the first Harvey anniversary to compare recovery notes and seek continued aid. United Way organizers pledged that help will continue, with 31 cases under review and repairs planned for September as long term recovery progresses after the 51 inch flood.
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Goose Creek CISD Prepares for School Year Security Upgrades
Goose Creek CISD opens the school year amid heightened security measures after a year marked by school shootings. Board President Pete Pape says trustees are doing what they can to improve safety and reassure families about current safety levels.
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Harris County flood control bond passes in Harris County
Harris County voters approve a $2.5 billion flood control bond to fund projects mitigating future storm damage. About 85 percent of 92,691 early ballots favored the measure, with results recorded as Harris County officials reported on Saturday.
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No tuition or tax hikes in Lee College budget proposal
Lee College unveiled a 59.3 million dollar budget for 2018 2019 with no increases in tuition fees or district tax rate. Regents and acting CFO Ben Ferrell plus comptroller Julie Lee cited a balance of operations restoration and higher cash reserves, and president Pete Alfaro stated the tax rate would remain unchanged.
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