Councilmen Approve Austere 1987 Budget And Police Car Bid
City Council approved the 1987-88 budget described as austere by City Manager Dick Fletcher, noting a 7.69 percent spending cut from 1986-87 to 1987-88 and larger savings across departments. Public services will rise modestly, while most departments face decreases. garbage rates will rise 8.5 percent and ad valorem taxes may increase about 3.4 percent after a public hearing. The council also awarded Ed Moseley Ford the bid for a new 1987 Crown Victoria police vehicle at 13,431.69 with a 1,500 trade-in offer.
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the News
Terry County
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Spring Tornado Threat Prompts Safety Advice
This week marks the beginning of spring in Terry County and notes that while the season brings benefits it also carries a tornado threat. The piece outlines safety precautions to take during severe weather.
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Terry County
Terry County Commissioners Meet In Regular Session
The Terry County Commissioners will convene at 10 a.m. Monday in the courthouse. Agenda items include bids for a janitorial contract, monthly reports from the veterans service officer and extension agents, and the resignation of Bill Small as alternate election judge in precinct No 1 with Pearl Barr appointed. Presentations are slated from Extension agent Jane Blay and Jim Smotherman of the Brownfield Volunteer Fire Department.
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Terry County
Veterans Service
Bill Small
Pearl Barr
Jane Blay
Jim Smotherman
Brownfield
Tornado Threats Highlighted by Weather Experts
A battered note warns of tornad o danger as scientists describe tornadoes as the most violent windstorms. The text underscores unpredictable behavior and potential devastation, urging preparedness and awareness among readers.
Mabry's New Project Aims To Aid Goat and Sheep Farmers
Grant Mabry editor in Wharton champions the Guard Donkey concept as a serious idea for West Texas livestock. The piece notes his energetic advocacy for chamber work and warns Brownfield residents of tornado threats as April to June bring most Texas twisters. A Brownfield tornado warning drill will be held soon with date to be announced.
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Wharton
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Wharton Journal Spectator
Grant Mabry
Mabry
Brownfield
West Texas
Texas
Texas lawmaker conducts mass survey on tax crisis
Rep. Jim Rudd of the 77th district asks Brownfield and Terry County residents to participate in a six question survey on taxes and the Texas deficit. The anonymous mail or in person survey runs via P.O. box 1272 Brownfield and Brownfield News at 409 W Hill, with check boxes for yes or no and space for comments.
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Jim Rudd
Terry County
Rudd
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Brownfield
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Brownfield News
W. Hill
Brownfield City Manager cites austere 1987 budget plan
City Manager Dick Fletcher presents a letter to the Brownfield City Council outlining a 7.49 million dollar budget for 1987 88, an eight percent cut from the prior year. Taxes and fees would rise modestly while expenses shrink with staff reductions from 86 to 78 and limited capital spending.
Two Terry players named to All-South Plains team
Terry County basketball figures earn spots on the All-South Plains roster from the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. Shery Swoopes totals 19.3 points and 11.2 rebounds per game while H. Tony Timmons leads Class 1A scoring at 27.8 ppg. Additional selections include Ami Davis, Kim Robinson, Rhonda Simmons, Lacye Osborn, Ronda Ratcliff, Stephanie Smith, plus coach of the year honors for Slaton’s Chris Kennedy.
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Terry County Basketall
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Brownfield
Shery
Swoopes
Dickie Faught
Wellman
Tony Timmons
Timmons
Slaton
Ami Davis
Kim Robinson
Rhonda Simmons
Friona
Lacye Osborn
Ronda Ratcliff
Greenwood
Stephanie Smith
Chris Kennedy
Dimmitt
Emergency meet changes ballot wording in Brownfield election
Brownfield City Council held an emergency session to change ballot wording for the April 4 city election. Six candidates vie for two at large seats and the phrasing will read Vote for no more than two to avoid potential legal issues similar to a past Lamesa ballot dispute.
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