26 Jan 1976
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1976
Page
1
Article discusses bills and a proposed two percent pass through on costs as producers seek higher revenue amid competition bidding for natural gas. It notes the role of consolidation and suggests producers benefit from current market dynamics.
The interview with Laurie Pare reveals her adjustment to the town, noting its irregular street grid and her preference for smaller cities. She lists scuba diving, snow skiing, swimming, tennis, and general athletics as key interests driving her Parks and Recreation work.
Policy notes show Bordelon pushing legal handling of employment bidding and professional services. Supt Clark cites Sherron security firm as professional services under a conflict policy not yet recorded in minutes. State law exempts such services from bids, and Peebles notes no formal opinion on conflicts. Fish Fry fundraiser by Robert E. Lee seniors set for Saturday at Rod, Reel and Gun Clubs with a $2.50 price to support senior projects.
The Sun reports trustees weigh whether hiring Sherron’s private security firm triggers a conflict of interest. Officials discuss policy on professional services, bids, and whether campus guards on school grounds require bidding. Officials cite prior approval for Sherron and note varying pay rates for guards versus other campus roles. The case ties to a Houston educator Farrar charged in a student death, raising questions about professional service definitions.
The report predicts GDP growth between 6 and 6.5 percent with inflation easing to about 6 percent in 1977. Unemployment should fall toward 7.4 percent by year end, though roughly 6 million job seekers remain unable to find work. Ford urges caution to avoid triggering inflation while detailing a 1977 budget emphasis on retraining and employment programs.
School trustees will discuss executive session matters including personnel contracts and the deputy superintendent's terms, with reviews of contracts for administrators next month. They will also consider air conditioning upgrades for the REL gym and auditorium and bids to replace lights at REL tennis courts.
Curtis Herring requested 50 live typewriters, estimating a cost of $23,500. He asked for the number needed after reviewing 10 se¢) and suggested the amount required would be determined in a prescription order considered Monday night.
Two ballroom dance sessions are slated at the Baytown YMCA with Emil and Eva Garson teaching both beginner and intermediate levels. The eight lesson course costs 45 per couple non members and 40 per couple members, with calls to 27-1797 for registration. Gordon D. Hall, son of Betty Roe, has been promoted to sergeant in the Air Force.
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