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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 2003
Page
4
The Baytown Sun history notes Watuia Gamer Cash as editor and publisher, with David Bloom as editor and Fred Hartman serving as publisher emeritus from 1950 to 1974, highlighting key personnel in the newspaper’s leadership lineage.
The third special session opens with Senator Whitmire and Ratliff at the center as Texas lawmakers face a tense redistricting clash. Allies and opponents weigh options while the pair return to attempt to steer the process, aiming for leadership over partisanship amid delays and high stakes across the state. Wanda Garner Cash signs off on behalf of The Baytown Sun editorial board.
Texas Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn released an analysis showing 2.7 billion in new fees funded by residents to avoid taxes. CHIP premiums rise from 18 to 25 per month plus co payments, doctors pay 36 million in new fees, and numerous professional and license fees increase. The report, posted online, argues the changes burden the poor and delays in child support, while supporters say a stronger medical board benefits costs.
The Baytown Sun invites public input, listing weekly editorial board meetings at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and accepting letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Submissions must be original, signed, with contact details, and can be sent to Wanda Gamer Cash or David Bloom at P O Box 90 Baytown TX 77522 or by fax or email.
A Baytown letter urges city officials to repair blight in older districts, boost police presence around malls, and fund downtown revitalization. The writer cites damaged streets, trash, and unsafe conditions impacting shoppers and businesses, while praising local volunteers and the Historic Goose Creek Association for community efforts.
Government officials list for Baytown Texas includes City Hall managers and council districts with phone lines. Goose Creek Administration details the superintendent and seven board members. Both bodies note term lengths and meeting times on Thursdays and Mondays at 6 30 p m.
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