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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 2008
Page
5
A civic post asks residents if a 3 percent increase to city water and sewer charges is fair amid rising operating costs and directs readers to visit WWW.0ama.com to vote.
City officials gave first approval to a three percent rise in Odessa water and sewer rates with a second vote set for August 26. If approved, the higher bills appear in October. Utilities chief Debie McReynolds cited rising costs in electricity chemicals and personnel with the average family of four facing about a 2.95 increase.
Canvas boss Ifera notes the town’s size makes it seem like a big city, while Kirby West vacuum cleaner factory in Andrews employs about 250 and has thrived for over 30 years. Andrews EDC cites Russia links and local commitment that keeps firms from relocating.
The United States sues the El Paso Housing Authority for failing to honor a settlement that required changes to promotion procedures and external monitoring after an EEOC age and national origin discrimination claim. The agency reportedly declined to comply with the agreement and payed $2000 to the complainant.
A blotter lists crimes including a home break in on West University Boulevard with electronics valued at about 2220 dollars. A custody incident on Blackshear Avenue, a possession arrest on Snyder Street, a stalking case on East Monahans Street, and a business theft on East Second Street involving an Armstrong unit and a Trane XE-800 air conditioner.
Fire OFD plans to welcome already certified personnel and recruit via programs like the fire recruit school with Ector County Independent School District. Firefighter/EMT Daniel Blue notes the cadet program’s potential and the goal to reach a larger pool of candidates with flexible approaches.
Reagan, 16, says the buzz of a new season and fresh gear boosts her focus after last week's volleyball tryouts. D'on Paquette notes families stock up over summer, with expensive items like 200 to 400 softball bats and school uniforms for varsity players. Reagan has played since age four and sees it as her lifelong passion, while Tai calls the sport a dignity sport and aims to mimic on court.
Texas state tax holiday runs Friday to Sunday allowing purchases tax free on items from baby clothes to athletic wear. Eligible goods include backpacks, belts, coats, diapers, dresses, gloves, hats, jackets, jeans, jerseys, pajamas, rainwear, shirts, shoes and more regional athletic programs list related schools and venues.
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