Baytown Firefighters push for raises over pay survey
Baytown firefighters argue they should be paid at 100 percent of the market. They note several positions are under market, including firefighter, fire lieutenant, and battalion chief Tier 1, while Assistant Chief pay is well above the range. Carr says the city survey lacks firefighter input and could drive a mass exodus to Houston. If no agreement is reached after July 15, mediation or arbitration may follow.
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Texas House approves property tax relief plan
The Texas House passed a measure to replace part of property taxes with higher sales and business taxes to fund property tax relief. The 70 to 69 vote followed a corrected tally after electronic voting issues. The bill would set property taxes at 1.23 in 2006 and 1.12 thereafter, raise sales tax to 7.25 percent, widen the tax base to include bottled water and auto work, and hike the cigarette tax by one dollar, with funds directed to property tax reduction. Governor Perry praised policy but warned negotiations may adjust the rate.
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Hurricane Dennis strengthens as it threatens Cuba
Hurricane Dennis lashed Caribbean coastlines with 115 mph winds, flooding waves, and at least one Haitian casualty. Forecasters warned it could hit Cuba and approach the U S Gulf coast by weekend, jeopardizing oil production as four named storms arrive early this season.
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London bombings spark mixed Baytown reactions
Local residents voiced fear and anger after the London attacks linked to the 2012 Olympic bid. People like Lott, Ford, Branch, Batten, and Hume connected the news to terrorism, fears of war, and global implications while noting police redeployments and family worries in Scotland and London.
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Scotland
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Houston
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