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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1955

Page

6

Lubbock City Report Highlights Utility Growth and Expansion

The annual city report on Lubbock notes rapid growth in the electric system with quadrupled generating capacity and profits doubling revenues. Water department expands with seven new wells and reservoirs, miles of paving and new booster stations. Traffic program earns a top safety award. new parks pools and lighted fields planned. Library work, police reorganization, car pool, and consolidated city shops are reported alongside library and freeway project progress.

San Antonio City Electric Water Department Works’ Department Lubbock National Safety “Council WESIS BAA National Safety Council

Matthews Accepts San Antonio City Manager Post

Telegrams from Steve Matthews of Lubbock report his acceptance of the San Antonio city manager position after the mayor and council unanimously voted for his employment. He pledges a progressive, businesslike operation and cites San Antonio’s rich history and growth, noting media interests will keep the city’s best in view while receiving support from citizens and organizations. He also thanks the council and citizens for their courtesy during the selection period.

Kuykendall Steve Matthews Lubbock San Antonio San Anonio Citiens of San Antonio Paramount

New City Manager To Earn Twenty Five Thousand Year

Antonio’s new city manager Steve Matthews will receive a total of 25 000 yearly, including 22 500 salary and 2 500 expenses. The report ranks him among top US municipal managers, with Cincinnati’s C A Farrell at 30 000 and Kansas City at 29 000. Oakland Richmond and Dallas vary near 29 000 to 30 000. Figures come from Ed Conroy’s research files.

Antonio Iing- Council Steve Matthews Sén U. S Imanager Matthews Cincinnati C. A.farrell Kansas City Dallas Oakland iCalls Richmond KKS Pourtilc Ed Conroy

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