Just Say No to Chamber of Commerce Involvement
Letter writer argues against Chamber of Commerce committees influencing Wimberley affairs, urging members to refer problems to appropriate agencies and to avoid involvement in wastewater, water resources, and land use issues. He cites past meetings in Austin and critiques overreach by local organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Leslie M. Howe
Wimberley
Howe
Nancy Reagan
Bob Maltsberger
Community effort urged for Wimberley needs and growth
A letter to the editor from Dody Spencer calls for a united effort in Wimberley to address sewer needs, housing expansion, towers, schools, EMS, library, and a proposed community park with a small museum and theatre space. She urges collaboration beyond a small core group and emphasizes impact on property values.
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Wimberley
San Marcos
PEC
GTE
EMS
Dody Spencer
Doorbell and sewer plans stir Wimberley concerns in 1910s tone
Dorothy Kerbow cites no response to a Guadalupe Blanco River Authority sewer proposal for Wimberley’s business district. She seeks publication of Chamber survey results and distinctions between business and community opinions, especially on incorporation questions.
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Ms. Howe
Wimberley Chamber of Commerce
Guadalupe Blanco River Authority
Wimberley
GBRA
Wimberley Chamber of Commerce Planning Committee
New Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Chamber
Dorothy Kerbow
Law and order deserve support not denigration
A letter argues for backing law enforcement against frequent attacks. It condemns political hypocrisy, notes officers face danger for low pay, and calls out Hollywood for moral decline. It criticizes a dysfunctional justice system and urges focusing criticism on constructive issues to avoid self destruction.
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Congress
Clinton
Hollywood
Kettering Quote on Success and Happiness
A quote from Charles F. Kettering states that success is obtaining what you want, while happiness is wanting what you already have. The saying reflects a philosophy on goals, contentment, and attitude toward achievement.
School Board Matters Guest Editorial by Greg Myers
Greg Myers thanks readers for attending the last School Board meeting and invites public input for the October 9 session. He notes agendas will be published in The Wimberley View and Valley News, with items summarized in plain language to aid public understanding.
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Greg Myers
Wimberley View
The
Valley News
Subway Donates 50 Cents Per Sale for HeartPartners Drive
Marian Strange credits Subway with supporting Wimberley EMS by donating 50 cents from every sandwich or salad sold this weekend to the HeartPartners building fund. She urges local businesses to treat community needs as their own and finish the new station to better serve the sick and injured.
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Subway
HeartPartners Building Fund
HeartPartners
Marian Strange
EMT
Wimberley Ems
Paving Paradise: 460-Foot Microwave Tower Planned in Wimberley
A letter from R. Jeambert criticizes approval of a 460 foot microwave tower intended to improve cell reception. The author laments the tower will mar valley views from many scenic points and claims the community was not adequately informed.
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Marvin Zindler
Disneyworld
Dana Steinhamer
Mary Saunders
Manaaine
Harre_t KING
Michael Averitt
George Colvin
Joan Chisam Starr
Linda Allen
Kirti Fockee
DB Bearpen
Morris James
Jim Gore
Stone Park
Suite
Texas
Compuserve
P.O
Hays County
Wednesday Wimberley View
Charles F. Kettering
R. Jeambert
Uae
WU Alemnan
Cadeau
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