GIS program puts Odessa city planning at fingertips
Ed Gutierrez of the Odessa Public Works Department explains how the Mark Sterkel GIS program in Odessa City Hall displays detailed city maps. The system consolidates property tax, zoning, water lines, and voting district data into one database for instant access and precise planning. City Engineer Jim Hagan and others describe ongoing work to complete a full GIS rollout for city workers.
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van Hagan
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Permian Basin Open to return for Nike Tour stop
Nike Tour confirms sixth straight Permian Basin appearance with the 1997 Nike Tour event set for August 21–24 at The Club at Mission Dorado. About 144 players expected. Golf Channel coverage planned. Buffalo Trail Council of Boy Scouts of America named as the charity, with $100,000 host prize money and a guaranteed partnership.
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Dale Antram
Nike Tour Business Affairs
Permian Basin
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Nike Tour
Medical Center Development Corporation
Buffalo Trail Council
Boy Scouts of America
Texas stalking bill faces delay before Bush review
Senate and House clash over a stalking bill author Sen. Mike Moncrief aims to refine the measure before sending it to Gov. Bush next week. The bill defines stalking as repeated, targeted actions that frighten the target or family, causing fear of bodily harm, death, or property damage.
Soros Pledges 50 Million To Aid Immigrants Hurt By Welfare Law
billionaire philanthropist George Soros via the Emma Lazarus Fund distributes 11.8 million to 22 groups including Catholic Immigration Network and La Raza to aid legal immigrants facing a new welfare law restricting food stamps. Funds will support naturalization, English classes, and citizenship programs. spring grants will follow.
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George Soros
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Emma Lazarus Fund
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National Law Center
la Raza
Cecilia Munoz
United States
Basayev Eyes Chechnya Presidency as Independence Bid Sparks Clash
Shamil Basayev, famed Chechen rebel, pins hopes on winning the presidential race in Chechnya, pledging to declare Ichkeria independent. He is pledged to resist Moscow while rival Aslan Maskhadov stresses Russia relations and economic ties as the election unfolds amid security and secession tensions.
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