Weather forecasters credit new tech for accuracy rise
A National Weather Service press release notes severe storms hitting four Texas counties Tuesday with heavy rain winds and possible flooding. Houston Channel 11 meteorologist Gene Norman cites faster computers and improved data like hurricane drop instruments as cutting forecast errors by about 50 percent over 15 years.
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Baytown Nature Center rebuilds Children’s Discovery Area aims for $30,000
The Friends of the Baytown Nature Center seek funds to finish restoring the Children’s Nature Discovery Area on a peninsula between Burnet Bay and Crystal Bay. The project adds life-size animals, a climbing hill, and a pirate ship, with features like a clatter bridge and butterfly garden slated. Sponsor gifts support ongoing construction as hundreds of students visit annually.
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Bayland Marina reopens after council approves lease changes
Baytown City Council clears the way for the official reopening of Bayland Marina on April 5 by approving lease revisions with the operator Tim Hazelwood. The deal lowers rent until occupancy hits 50 percent and considers a 42 month extension for Ike damage, with extension to be debated later. The panel also backs an expanded forgivable loan program for Texas Avenue businesses improving building facades.
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Bay Town Charter Review Committee Seeks Citizen Input
Four members of Bay Town's Charter Review Committee invite input on revisions to the city charter via scheduled public meetings on March 27, a dedicated email address, and an online page. Citizens are encouraged to share ideas affecting the city constitution and governance.
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Council Adopts Program Allowing Business Loans on Street Frontages
The council approves a new financing plan allowing businesses to borrow against storefronts facing Texas Avenue with exposed sides on Main Street Commerce Street Ashbert Street Gaillard Street Jones Street or Pruett Street. Details continue on page 8.
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