Goose Creek school board faces media gag policy debate
The Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District board weighs a policy barring individual board member comments to the media before votes. Critics say it suppresses public input and accountability, threatening democracy and taxpayer access to information ahead of May elections. Editorial by David Bloom for The Baytown Sun.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Seeks Letters and Columns
The Baytown Sun invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public issues. Submissions must be original, signed, and include a non publishing address and phone number. Email sunnews@baytownsun.com or send to P O Box 80 Baytown 77522.
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City Council Rush to Amend Baytown Charter Stirs Debate
Baytown residents debate speed and scope of charter revisions. A citizen urges delaying changes as council moves to take over, noting eight updates align with law and two broaden executive sessions. He questions notices, car allowances, and staffing costs while urging voter registration for the May 15 election.
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Ferry Road speeding and Baytown firefighter bargaining
Letters describe Ferry Road drivers speeding at 50 to 70 mph despite a 30 mph limit and call for visible police patrols. The writer criticizes street signals and urges action on speeding for Ferry and Pruett, while also addressing Baytown firefight ers union bargaining. It argues for fair pay, the need for experienced leadership, and calls for a cooperative bargaining approach with an external attorney.
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On This Date February 26 2004 Highlights in History
February 26 2004 marks day 57 of the year with notable historical events recapped. The list includes the 1993 World Trade Center bombing in New York City, Napoleon's Elba escape in 1815, the 1848 proclamation of the Second French Republic, Grand Canyon National Park creation in 1919, Grand Teton National Park law in 1929, the US Air Defense Command in 1940, the 22nd Amendment ratification in 1951, and Churchill announcing Britain’s atomic bomb in 1982.
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School district bond sale approved in Baytown
Baytown school trustees approved the sale of 23.7 million dollars in bonds for district facilities. The action funds new buildings and improvements across schools, with plan details and schedules to be announced by district officials.
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Bolton A argues for constitutional limits in U S Congress
In his primary essay Bolton A contends a republican government derives authority from the people and Congress should exercise only powers granted by the Constitution. He calls for restoring constitutional limits, opposing expansive regulation like prescription drugs and Social Security, urging voters to elect representatives who will defend the Constitution on March 9.
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Local Official Contacts and Board Members List
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