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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 2019
Page
1
Early unofficial results show amendments to Texas constitution drawing strong voter backing on Tuesday. Proposition 4 led with about 76 percent in favor, backed by Gov. Abbott while critics from CPPP warn against tax limits.
Beach City voters approved raising the municipal sales tax to the state maximum of 8.25 percent, with the measure unofficially passing 236 to 217. The tax, set to take effect in April, allocates 1.5 percent to Beach City and 6.25 percent to the state plus 5 percent to Chambers County Health. Mayor Jackey Lasater said proceeds may boost fire department funding and reserves, noting on call nights for department support.
Laura Alvarado seeks a second term as District 1 representative while Mercedes Renteria challenges her. Harris County’s new tallying rule will delay results, with county totals counted downtown. The Baytown Sun directs readers to baytownsun.com for updated results. District 1 includes the Baytown area.
Obituary item lists James Scott Allen along with Melissa Causey Stout Ewing K Johnson Theresa Auzenne Peter Ray Kabella. Page 3 notes high low and partly cloudy weather, Page 3.
Goose Creek CISD board updated on the district's strategic plan at the regular meeting. A progress report on bond construction showed preliminary designs for a junior school west of Goose Creek Memorial High School on Wallisville Road. Plans note annexation by Baytown, site selection for San Jacinto Elementary, and a full replacement of Sterling High School electrical and mechanical systems. Brenda Garcia said finishes are not yet selected.
Baytown Highlands and Mont Belvieu residents with children ages 2 to 10 can pick up two new toys each through the Goodfellows Christmas Toy Program. To qualify, parents must show proof of financial assistance and local residency at one of four Junior Forum sign up days at Baytown Community Center.
The Baytown Parks and Recreation Department hosts the inaugural Salute to Service on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Town Square. The free family event offers hot dogs, popcorn, lawn games, and a live Space City Big Band concert. The department partners with VFW Post 912 for the annual Veterans Day service in Bicentennial Park and invites all ages to join. The Space City Big Band, from Clear Lake, performs swing and wartime era favorites with a 10+ brass section, chosen for crowd appeal. For details visit baytown.org or call 281-420-6594.
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