Shoal Point Island Project Development in Texas City
Texas City bought 375 acres of Snake Island from Texas for 20000 dollars. The land, a dredge material island, faced stability and toxin concerns until a 1997 Espy Huston study found soil stable and toxins normal. Renamed Shoal Point, the site was eyed for a container terminal after a 1998 study.
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Espy, Huston and Assoc
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Shoal Point
Stevedoring Services of America
SSA
Texas City International Terminal
Memorial Park remembers Texas City fire deaths
Fire Chief Gerald Grimm recalled that the Texas City explosion killed 27 firefighters, the most in a single incident, and honored the sacrifice of all firefighters. He said the incident’s memory underscores the daily courage and safety they provide Texas City.
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Texas City
Gerald Grimm
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Businesses highlight wares Continued from Page 1A
Standard Steel Supply reports slower downturn with large projects delayed yet expect revival. Chamber president Jimmy Hayley notes global uncertainty but local firms show profit potential. Valero coker unit and BP cogeneration facility cited as benefiting area businesses while Sterling Chemicals regains stability and activity increases.
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Standard Steel Supply
Farmer’s
Bob Kerr
Kerr
Jimmy Hayley
Chamber
Texas City
Valero
McLemore salary dispute stirs council debate in Wal-Mart revenue talks
City leaders weigh a proposed raise for McLemore as critics note absence of formal degrees while defense argues seven years of service and local tax increases from Wal Mart could cover the cost. Supporters say she handles big city responsibilities and deserves fair pay.
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Richard Torres
Torres
Melemore
Texas City Sun
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Wal-Mart
Joe Fichera
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