District 3 Candidates Discuss Their Concerns and Priorities
In Baytown District 3 runoff voters face Charles Johnson and Spencer Carnes. Johnson, a Ross Sterling Lee College graduate and Targa technician, cites taxes and budget stability as concerns while praising a sound overall budget. Carnes, a longtime Baytown resident and professional engineer, emphasizes expanding the tax base, public safety, traffic relief, parks, and revenue from proposed developments and facilities. Both cite crime, traffic, and recreation as top five year issues, with focus on street maintenance and city-service expansion.
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Baytown Firefighters collect food at Walmart drive
The Baytown Fire Department and Baytown Firefighters Association host the Share Your Christmas Food Drive at Walmart on Garth Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. today collecting non-perishable food items. Local volunteers including Leo Smith Jim Moss Jim Rossi Brett Ray Logan Peake Brian Smith and Sean assist at the event.
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Community event shows police officers in a new light
BPD officers meet with residents as kids interact with them. Detective Suzette Watkins says the event bridges the gap between citizens and cops and humanizes police. Chick-fil-A manager Susan Harper adds the restaurant enjoys supporting the community and spotlighting officers.
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Baytown council honors Capetillo and bids farewell to Renteria
Longtime Baytown official Capetillo reflects on years of service and notable projects including a Highway 146 Spur 330 flyover and new building codes. He praises citizen accessibility and future possibilities while Renteria bids farewell after 14 years on City Council and a career spanning education and military service.
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