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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 2002
Page
1
Anahauc Chambers County: Sheriff Monroe Kreuzer said indictments against several deputies will be served today after sealed indictments were prepared by Judge Carroll Wilburn Monday and later sealed with legal counsel guidance. Chief Deputy Dearl Hardy was not indicted.
Chambers County Judge Jimmy Sylvia said the county would press criminal charges against Chief Deputy Dearl Hardy for allegedly purchasing four drug dogs. Hardy’s attorney Greg Cagle said a Chambers County grand jury had not charged him with any crime. The county seeks $30,000 from Hill Country Dog Center for three dogs, with one already paid.
Anahuac ISD faces a tight year as state funding and property values fall. The 2002 03 budget proposal totals 9 346 160 with an 80 percent payroll share. officials consider a tax rate rise to 1 6335 while federal funds may cover a 280 403 gap under No Child Left Behind.
Inside Business notes a TIRZ project with developers nearing a contract to spur construction. Officials say the agreement aims to lure builders, expand zoning options, and create jobs while outlining fiscal oversight and timelines. Local leaders emphasize economic growth and accountability.
Chambers County commissioners voted to issue $2 million in certificates of obligation for roof repair and mold remediation across county buildings including the Courthouse and annexes in Mont Belvieu and Winnie. Judge Jimmy Sylvia cited a 5 percent drop in property values and noted a $2 million bond would raise taxes by 67 cents. In a separate action, commissioners designated county jail inmates as indigent residents.
Forecasters warn Baytown area residents to expect possible heavy rain later in the week after weekend storms. Rain totals ranged from 1.2 to 7.5 inches in surrounding areas Friday through Sunday. The National Weather Service maintains a flash flood watch through today with showers and thunderstorms likely. Wednesday clouds bring a 30 percent chance of rain, diminishing to 20 percent Thursday.
The Baytown Nature Center Journal lists birds such as Green Heron great egret and osprey, plus animals like nutria and raccoon. It notes a pair of mottled ducks with four ducklings and mentions dragonflies on the trail and a memorable sunset from San Jacinto Point last Wednesday. Located on W. Shreck Avenue off Bayway Drive.
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center plans a Thursday blood drive from noon to 4 30 p m at 2123 Market Street City of Baytown Public Works Building Donors receive a free T shirt and a Tortugas coupon All residents with controlled blood pressure diabetes or on antidepressants may donate Information line (281) 446 5955
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