Jail cleanup shields Chambers County inmates from closure
Sheriff LaRive outlined selective arrest practices for public intoxication cases aiming to send troubled individuals home with family instead of jail. Mold and paint removal forced a temporary shutdown risk, but remediation and repainting, with FEMA aid possible, let 96 of 148 beds reopen as contractors work seven days a week. Texas officials monitor progress.
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Lee High band fundraisers aim for Disney World trip
The Lee Band Booster Club sells Mission Valley fruit boxes priced 15 to 20.50 dollars to raise funds for a national band competition at Disney World this spring. Orders are due by November 16 with delivery the first week of December. Call 281-422-8084 for details. The Lee High orchestra hosts a dinner and concert fundraiser December 2 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the school cafeteria with an Italian meal by Antonio's. Tickets are 10 dollars.
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Baytown considers street repair funding plan based on need
City officials debated a distribution method for street repairs with proposals to allocate funds by district need or reduce total linear feet in each district. Deputy City Manager Leiper urged action on middle ground streets, while critics warned against unfairness from flat rate cuts.
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Regents discuss open records act and college tuition plans
Regents review Open Records Act timing and public access rules including posting agendas online and in admin offices. They consider gift reporting thresholds, summer tuition installment plans, higher tuition for costly programs at Lee College, and extending sign and coop plans with San Jacinto College. Doug Crawford filling CAO post while candidates are screened.
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Baytown Police Beat Crime Snapshots From Friday to Saturday
A string of thefts and incidents reported in Baytown includes a stolen orange motorcycle trailer from U-Haul on N Main, a black 16 foot dual axle trailer from Conn's on Garth, a woman arrested for stealing baby formula from Kroger, a stolen tailgate at San Jacinto Mall, a cash register theft at Jones 7-11 and two large property losses. The report notes 195 calls for service in a 24 hour period ending 6 a.m. Saturday with 13 alarms and multiple crime types. Police urge tips to Crime Stoppers at 28-427-TIPS and reference Baytown Web access for more details.
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