Pecos Merchant Committee Promotes Christmas Trade Expansion
The Pecos High School Vocational Agriculture boys built a Santa sleigh used in town parades to advertise Pecos and expand the trade area. They sponsored Sidewalk Sale, Krazee Daze Sale, and a merchant teacher reception while planning quarterly luncheons to discuss credit, shoplifting, and promotions.
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Voc. Ag
Pecos High School
Santa
Balmorhea
Pecos
Della Bryant
Women’s Division details support for chamber events
Under Linda Lundgren the Women’s Division will continue to organize the listed activities and assist the chamber in their efforts to improve the community. Jean Burkholder is noted for helping with the teacher reception and decorating for the banquet while handling Golden Girl activities.
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Jean Burkholder
Linda Lundgren
Chamber
Housing committee aims to tackle Permian Basin housing crisis
Under J C Fonville the Housing Committee declares the housing problem number one in the Permian Basin and nationwide. It seeks low income housing for retirees near the golf course, monitors government actions, and moves quickly to access new programs while researching progress avenues.
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J.C. Fonville
Permian Basin
Education and Youth Doug Mires Director Aide
Doug Mires directed youth in community service efforts including work on the fair barn and bicentennial events. Young volunteers built a sleigh and participated in local projects to engage youth in civic activities.
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Doug Mires
Plan for regional recreation development under Clark Ford
A proposal to develop a complete regional recreation plan. It calls for city, school, and county collaboration to boost summer recreation and support athletic events. The plan suggests sponsoring an All-Sport banquet to recognize youths across all sports.
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Clark Ford
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Merchant Committee
John Charles Fonville
O' Ferrall
Pauly
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