District board weighs calendar, bus delivery delays
Board approves monthly financial report and check list as Gilbert updates the district on a recently purchased school bus from Hemphill Bus Company. The bus, built in Mexico and staged in Laredo, awaits delivery due to Hemphill's bankruptcy. warranties cover chassis through International and body through Thomas. Budget remains sound with expected January delivery and upcoming purchases including fencing and bleachers. Weather may force calendar waivers and extra make‑up days.
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Gilbert
Hemphill Bus Company
Mexico
Laredo
Hemphill
International
Thomas
AEP
Grand Saline Police Chief Resigns Over Family Duty
Chief Baskin told the Grand Saline council she is leaving to protect her family and praised the department as a family. She noted officers including herself wear the shield and warned a replacement must be trained for juvenile and sexual assault duties and breathalyzer operation. The council approved hiring David Scott Roberts as a part time officer.
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Grand Saline
Chris Hinton
Baskin
David Scott Roberts
City council clash over police department divides Grand Saline
Baskin clashed with council members over police department issues, thanking supporters including Mayor Ray Rucker and ex-council member Billie Brown. She defended the department and warned a council member that threats would lead to court action, urging continued focus on citizens’ needs.
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Baskin
Jerry
Red" Bolin
Teddy Anderson
Ray Rucker
Billie Brown
Police
Grand Saline
Brown
Shirley Anderson
Rucker
Alternative Education Program Budget Update
Gilbert reported the Alternative Education Program and the special education co op are in good shape. He noted a $4,500 expense in the AEP budget for air conditioning and heating repairs to the AEP building.
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Gilbert
AEP
Boil water rumor debunked by Fruitvale Water Supply
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation officials said there is no boil water notice in effect. Judy Woodrum, secretary, stated samples were taken to the Health Department in Tyler last Thursday and tested clean. Residents may use the water without boiling.
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Fruitvale
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation
Judy Woodrum
the Water Supply
Health Department
Tyler
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