Covestro CEO touts sustainability at Gulf Coast Industry Forum
Jerry MacCleary, Covestro chair and CEO, urged industry leaders in Houston to embed sustainability into core business and social strategy. He cited waste carbon recycling into foam materials and Covestro’s R&D and social initiatives with UNEP, UN Global Compact, ACC, and Sustainable Pittsburgh, as Gulf Coast Industry Forum organizers discuss workforce, transport, and hurricane readiness.
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Baytown Police Association fundraiser for fallen officers families
The Baytown Municipal Police Association hosts a Saturday fundraiser at Baytown Fairgrounds to aid the families of Stewart Beasley and Johnny Almendarez. Three meat barbecue plates are 15 dollars, including concert entry. attendance also offers silent and live auctions.
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Baytown Night Out registration deadline urged today
Baytown officials remind residents to register National Night Out events by today for the October 2 observance. Registration is free and requires organizer contact details with optional special visit requests. inquiries mix police and fire department participation.
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Goose Creek Memorial Student Struck Crossing Road
A Goose Creek Memorial High School 11th grade student was hit while crossing Wallisville Road to board a district bus. The bus had active red lights and stop sign. the driver honked to warn. The student was taken to Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital with non life threatening injuries. Authorities say wishes for a speedy recovery were extended by GCCISD.
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Theft Reported for Jeep and Tailgate on Local Roads
A silver 2017 Jeep valued at $43,000 was stolen in the 2100 block of West Baker Road on Monday afternoon. A tailgate worth $500 was reported stolen from a different vehicle in the 4600 block of Interstate 10 Monday night.
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Mosquito Control Efforts Continue In Baytown
City health officials say Baytown will keep accelerated mosquito spraying until weather dries and surge ends. Residents are advised to wear long sleeves and pants, use DEET sprays, drain standing water from birdbaths and gutters, and mow yards as conditions allow.
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Fire Department ISO Rating Highlights Community Safety Efforts
The department reports a high standard response to community needs with risk mitigation at the highest level. An ISO rating shows 105.5 possible points across four evaluated areas: emergency communications, the fire department, water supply, and community risk reduction.
Baytown weighs street tax plan with outside user share
City official explains SMST street tax funds 25 cents of every $100 purchase to roads and rehabilitation. About 40 percent of collections come from nonresidents who use local streets, generating roughly $3.8 million currently. Programs include micro-surfacing, crack sealing, pothole repair, curb and sidewalk work, and pavement preservation to extend life. Early voting details and contact info provided.
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Crosby ISD prepares for staff cuts amid cash flow woes
Crosby ISD faces layoffs as payroll expenses run high with 89 percent of the general fund spent on staff. Officials cite construction overruns and inaccurate revenue estimates as causing a cash-flow crunch. Retirement options may be offered mid-year while efforts focus on essential operations and dramatic staff-budget reductions to protect as many positions as possible.
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