Baytown approves stronger Kush synthetic drug ban
Baytown moves to outlaw Kush and related synthetic drugs with a tougher ordinance set to take effect in 10 days. The measure expands listed chemicals, bans open packaging, and targets deceptive labeling while aiming to reduce sales profits and curb usage amid rising cases of seizures strokes and criminal activity tied to synthetic marijuana.
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Zoning votes discussed to speed up approvals in city
City officials debated lowering required votes for zoning changes and special use permits. Mayor Don Carlos and Councilman Leiper argued five votes would prevent delays, noting ULDC ties and potential changes in council size. Mercedes Renteria’s absence prompted comment on current six-vote rule.
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Lone Star Proposes Fractionator Units with 2015 2017 Timelines
The comptroller's office notes a $75,000 application fee after the late October meeting. Lone Star aims to begin the fourth fractionator by September 2015 and operate by December 2016. For the fifth unit, construction would start December 2015 with operations in March 2017.
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Senate Rejects Keystone Pipeline Bid in 59 41 Vote
The Democratic Senate blocked a House-passed bill to force Keystone XL completion by 59 votes to 41. Republicans vow a replay early next year, while Sen Landrieu faces a political setback as Obama and many Democrats oppose the measure. Louisiana opposes her runoff bid, and Cassidy argues the project boosts jobs and wages.
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Barbers Hill Tech Department Hosts Technology Lunch and Learn
West Chambers County Chamber of Commerce and Barbers Hill Technology Department team up for a Technology Lunch and Learn. Attendees will get hands on Google apps for business at 11 45 a m Thursday. Free for WCCCC members with limited seats. reservations required by calling 281 576 5440 at the Barbers Hill training center.
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Barbers Hill ISD Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
Barbers Hill ISD Board of Trustees met Monday to discuss multiple agenda items including policy updates and routine district matters. Matt Hollis noted several topics addressed during the session.
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Barbers Hill ISD reports full NCLB compliance for 2014 15
Barbara Ponder says Barbers Hill ISD achieved 100 percent compliance for the 2014 2015 school year across all targeted NCLB objectives. The district’s campuses including the Kindergarten Center Primary School and other elementary and secondary sites are 100 percent Highly Qualified under NCLB and meet federal guidelines.
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