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Just over 22% of West U's 11,000 reg-
istered voters turned out for the City
general election held on May 5. The
election resulted in three newcomers
serving on City Council with incumbent
Mayor Linda Lewis and Council Mem-
ber Bill May. Joining Lewis and May for
the next two years will be Marilyn Grif-
fin, Mike Farley, and Danny Jackson.
The new council takes office on June 1.
West U operates under the Council-
Manager form of government with the
City Council having the authority to en-
act local legislation, adopt the annual
budget, establish policies and appoint the
city manager. The City's home rule char-
ter prohibits members from serving more
than two successive terms in an office.
Issues that the Council will address in
the following two years include complet-
ing infrastructure repairs, sidewalk re-
pairs, streetlights, Town Center en-
hancements, acquisition/redevelopment
of the YMCA, and a feasibility study of
the existing police building. The City will
also sell the final $12 million of general
obligation bonds to finance the infra-
structure program.
The City Council welcomes your
thoughts and comments and can be con-
tacted via both phone and email-
Mayor Linda Lewis, 713.662.5801 or
fiberworks@hotmail.com; and Council
members Bill May, 713.662.5889 or
bmayarchitect@evl.net; Mike Farley,
713.662.5 847 or rmfarley@swbell.net;
Danny Jackson, 713.662.5848 or
gjaxson@swbell.net; Marilyn Griffin,
713.662.5 808 or marilyng@wt.net.
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Work is continuing on the expanded and renovated Police Dispatch Center. The $225,000 project
will be completed soon and will help lower the City's ISO insurance rating for all residents.
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A new infrastructure improvement
project gets underway on June 1. The
Edloe paving and drainage improve-
ments project is part of the overall plan
to enhance the City Center area. The
project targets Edloe from Rice to Uni-
versity Boulevard.
Construction begins June 1 and will run
through August 15 - 76 days. This
schedule was selected to coincide with
West U Elementary summer vacation,
during which the school is closed.
The project consists of two phases.
The first phase includes Edloe south of
Matthews Motors to University Boule-
vard, including the intersection. The sec-
ond phase runs from Rice Boulevard to
south of Matthews Motors. Included in
the second phase is the short section of
University Boulevard from Edloe Street
east to Poor Farm Ditch.
While the contractor will close each
phase to thru traffic, access to area busi-
nesses will be provided at all times. As
an additional incentive to insure early
completion time, the contractor will be
entitled to a $3,000 per day bonus for
each day the project is completed be-
fore the 761'' day.
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UaVmo, VedBy: Mayor Linda Lewis
The best thing about an election is its
being over! The signs come down, there
are no more recorded political phone
calls, folks can sit on the front porch
without being solicited for their votes,
and playing fields are no longer littered
with handouts from hopeful candidates.
Though campaigning is not my favor-
ite activity, it does provide a unique op-
portunity to touch base with the com-
munity. As I walked the streets of West
U once again, it occurred to me what a
really special place this is. We are only
two square miles, but what diversity in
such a small area. I thrilled to the pock-
ets where the majority of houses are
original stock, updated maybe, but remi-
niscent of days past and more to the
scale of the space. I loved walking the
streets where large, old oak trees over-
hang, forming a canopy that was regal
and serene. I paid special attention to
the architectural styles of new construc-
tion and appreciated the colors and tex-
tures of gardens so beautifully mani-
cured. I warmed to the smiles of people
passing on the street and smiled at the
children who wanted to show me their
new puppy or share their just out of the
oven brownie. I was touched by the
older residents who wanted to visit and
share their memories of life in West U.
I was surprised by the variety of
people-families with children and no
children, empty nesters, singles, young
and old-who call West U home.
As I visited with all of you, several
things became obvious to me. By and
large, folks here desire good services,
immediate response to their concerns
and the security afforded by excellent
police and fire departments. Families
enjoy the array of youth sports and rec-
reational programs. Older residents are
appreciative of the services offered
here. Almost everyone positively ac-
knowledges the new streets despite the
inconvenience of living through the
project. There are many concerns about
sidewalk reconstruction and general ap-
proval for new streetlights. But, what I
heard over and over is that, for the most
part, people like West U the way it is,
not perfect but quirky in a comfortable
kind of way.
The question I had to ask myself is
what does that mean to me as leader of
a council that must implement policy over
the next two years. The answer is simple:
lead efforts that will satisfy the desires
of the community and don't get caught
up in redefining what is West U. I don't
want to be fooled, however, by the simple
answer because I know from experience
of years past that some change is nec-
essary to prepare for the future. I also
know how important it is to listen to
people and forever be mindful of the
heartbeat of this wonderful but demand-
ing community. That is my goal, and one
that I cannot accomplish without you.
Continue to let me hear from you and
share your thoughts, both supportive and
critical, so that I may be the kind of leader
you have entrusted me to be.
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by Council MemberMike Farley
A personal aside before briefly alight-
ing upon New Urbanism: for me, this is
a new experience. Not the writing but
the reality of being on an elected politi-
cal body.
Office holders have always been ob-
jects of a special derision for me. Now
that I am one, that attitude won't
change-much. Mark Twain's epigram
regarding Congressmen is one I'll ex-
pand on and hold dear to my heart:
"Fleas can be taught nearly everything
(elected officials) can."
Enough, onto a bit of New Urbanism.
Simply stated, New Urbanism is the re-
assembling of public policy and devel-
opment to recapture the true experience
of community. What does that mean?
Well, if you grew up in the 1960's or
before recall the familiarity your family
and others enjoyed. You knew one an-
other, you met casually and constantly,
on streets, front porches, in parks where
ample open and free green space invited
pickup games of all sorts.
Our living spaces were strongly influ-
enced and determined in part by local
geography and history. Whether it was
circumstance or enlightenment, we ap-
peared to recognize that incremental,
small change was preferable to major,
wrenching change.
A classic example of New Urbanism
is its approach to street design and con-
struction. It attempts to recapture the
residential street design that encourages
use by pedestrians, bikers and vehicular
traffic. Streets are again multifaceted.
It's a departure from current thinking that
designs residential roadways to move
cars, SUV's and trucks in ever increas-
ing volume as quickly as possible by our
homes.
The reality is that we must accommo-
date vehicles. But we should do so in a
manner that respects pedestrian use and
is complimentary of adjacent public
space. I've heard assertions that the right
of way "belongs to the city." But what
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The City of West University Place, Texas
Mayor Linda Lewis (713.662.5801)
City Council Members Mike Farley (713.662.5847), Marilyn Griffin (713.662.5808),
Danny Jackson (713.662.5848), Bill May (713.662.5889)
Club, meeting, or activity notices should be forwarded to City Currents, 3800 University Boulevard,
West University Place, TX 77005, by the 10th of the month preceding publication.
General Information: 713.668.4441 • City Manager Sherman Yehl: 713.662.5810; e-mail: syehl@westu.org
Visit us on the World Wide Web at <www.westu.org>
City Life
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Independence Day Bike
Parade and Pool Party
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Kids of all ages are in-
vited to participate in the
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Parade to Colonial Park.
Decorate your bicycles, tri-
cycles, wagons, or strollers, and line
up in front of West U Elementary, 3756
University at 9:45AM on Wednesday,
July 4'. Parade begins at 10:00 AM, pro-
ceeds west on University, turns south
on Academy, then west on Byron to
Colonial Park Pool, 4130 Byron.
After the parade, join us at Colonial
Park Pool for a refreshing dip. Pool
games will take place from 12:00 - 3:00
PM. There will be plenty of food, fun,
and festivities for all! For more infor-
mation, call 713.662.5892. -
Summer camp
an classes
There is still time to
ter for most recreation classes -
dance, ballet, karate, gymnastics, art,
floral design and more. For more in-
formation, call 713.662.5892 or for a
complete listing of recreation activities
visit us online at www westm org/parks/
parks_rec-main. htm.
Summer Camp 2001 (ages 5-10)
Campers will enjoy arts, crafts, games,
outdoor activities, and a daily swim
Children need to bring a sack lunch, and
must know how to swim.
Openings remain in sessions:
II: June 18- 28 III: July 2-12
IV: July 16-26 V. July 30-August 9
Days: Monday - Thursday Fees: $135/145NR
Location: Colonial Park Time: 8:30AM-1:30pM
Coordinator: Christal Glaser
Racquet & More Camp(ages 7-12)
Campers will enjoy tennis, racquetball,
sand volleyball, and a dai ly swim. A sup-
ply list will be furnished at registration.
Children need to bring a sack lunch, and
must know how to swim.
Openings remain in Sessions:
III: July 2-12 IV: July 16-26
V: July 30- August 9
Days: Monday - Thursday Fees: $135/145NR
Location: Colonial Park Time: 8:30AM-1:30PM
Coordinator: David Consolazio
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Dr. Muscle's Triathlon
Training Camp for kids
Prepare for the Kiwanis Kid's
3 Triathlon, July 7"', at Dr. Muscle's
Triathlon training camp. Camp will
run from June 25 through June 28
at Colonial Park. Sessions are 9:00-10:30
AM (ages 7 to 9) and 10:30-NOON (ages
10 to 12). Cost is $99 per child. Each
child must have a bike helmet. A mini-
mum of 10 children is required to hold
each session. Contact Dr. Christopher
Rampacek at 713.854.7575 for informa-
tion and registration.
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Home P1aceU',_..1,
The second annual Home Place Cel-
ebration will take place in October 2001.
The month-long festival will consist of
fun activities organized by neighborhood
groups. Events presently scheduled in-
clude West U. Elementary School's Book
Fair, Carnival and Auction; Friends Board
free concert at Colonial Park, West U
Rotary Club parade; Special Pals "Mon-
ster Mutt" dog walk; and the 77005 Golf
Tournament. By bringing together West
U and Southside Place citizens, Home
Place events foster goodwill and fellow-
ship among residents as well as raise
funds for our neighborhood groups.
To be successful, we need your help.
We are seeking additional neighborhood
groups to sponsor activities. Suggested
events include a Toddler Triathlon, Home
If you are interestec' in
serving your community,
volunteer to serve on one
of the various boards or
commissions that aid our
city government. We are now taking appli-
cations. 50, if you are asking yourself what
you can do to become more Involved, this is
perfect for you.
The boards are the Zoning and Planning
Commission, Zoning 13oard of Adjustment,
Building and Standards Commission, Parka
Board, Friends of West University' Parks
Fund, Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction,
Senior 5ervicee, Neighborhood Safety, and
Traffic Task Force.
To obtain an application or to find out
more, contact City Secretary Kaylynn
Holloway at 662.5813 or kayhOwestu,org,
and/or Garden Tour, Com-
munity Quilt (neighbors sew then sell at
West U Elementary School's auction),
Urban Elimination Emporium (i.e., com-
munity garage sale), Youth Talent Show
or Karaoke Contest, opening band for
Colonial Park concert and more. By par-
ticipating in the celebration, your group
will receive free and wide-spread ad-
vertising for your event in all Home
Place banners, newspaper advertise-
ments, posters, and flyers. Your group
also keeps funds raised by your event.
If your group is interested in sponsor-
ing an event, or for additional informa-
tion about Home Place Celebration, call
Karin Dubose, Home Place Chairman,
at 713.592.8895 or Mark Mailes, Parks
& Recreation Director at 713.662.5894.
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markers
Remarkable Do you snoop for roadside
V arkers when you venture
und Harris County or the
ater state of Texas?
her or not you're a `stop-
per,' you're invited to the West U His-
torical Society's next meeting, for a spe-
cial session on historical markers. Our
featured speaker Al Davis, Chairman of
the Harris County Historical Commis-
sion, specializes in Texas Historical
Markers. The meeting will be held on
Tuesday, June 12°1 at 2:00 PM in the Com-
munity Building Senior Wing.
Davis will tell us about some historical
surprises along your Texas vacation trail,
as well some close to home within Har-
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This month the Employee Spotlight
shines on Marlena Groomer. Marlena,
is the Colonial Park Pool Manager for
the Parks and Recreation Department.
She was born and raised in Houston and
attended Bellaire High School. At the
age of 15 she became a lifeguard at the
Colonial Park pool. During the past eight
years, Marlena diversified her work
experience, having worked as desk
attendant, swim instructor, desk
manager, and swim lessons coordinator.
Marlena continues to grow in her
management responsibilities. Recently
promoted to Pool Manager, her
responsibilities will now include
supervising lifeguard staff.
While watching Marlena teach swim
lessons, you will clearly see how much
she enjoys teaching children by the
enthusiasm in the air and their response
and progress. Marcia Noyes, Recreation
Manager states, "I am very proud to
have Marlena as a part of our team.
She is an asset to the City of West U."
Marlena is currently attending the
University of Houston and will gradu-
ate in 2001 with a degree in Urban Edu-
cation/Interdisciplinary Studies. She
desires to become a teacher. Marlena
is newly married to Rik Williams, and
currently reside in West U. Congratula-
tions. Marlena!
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(Ordinance spotlight.. .
The City will spend close to $75,000 to
repair an old sewer main under the 6100
and 6200 blocks of Rutgers as a result
of some illegal dumping.
According to Utilities Superin-
tendent Patrick Walters,
someone dumped cement-
like slurry into amanhole that
hardened along the bottom of
the sewer line. Crews discovers
the material after responding to a ser-
vice call on a blocked sanitary sewer line
in early May. About 240' of line contained
a five-inch layer of the material.
"We estimate repair costs somewhere
between $60-75,000," said Walters. "Not
only does a portion of the liner need to
be replaced.. but we also will be replac-
ing two concrete paving panels in Rutgers
Street that had been poured about two
months ago as part of the infrastructure
replacement program."
Walters expects the intersection of
Rutgers and Amherst w111 be partially
closed through mid-June while repairs are
made to the street.
State law and City ordinance allows residents to plant trees or provide decora-
tive landscaping in the public right-of-way (typically the area between the house
side of the sidewalk and the street curb). When making improvements the
plantings or landscaping can't be located on or intrude on the roadway or side-
walk and can't create a hazardous condition or obstruct travel for either a ve-
hicle or pedestrian.
The City controls what can be done and planted in the public right-of-way. The
municipal code presumes when a structure, hedge, or other obstruction or im-
pediment is located within the ROW area and the impediment has no obvious
public or utility use, it is maintained by the person who controls the closest abut-
ting area.
If you have shrubs, trees, bushes or other landscaping that makes it difficult for
pedestrians to use the sidewalk consider trimming the shrubs or trees back away
from the sidewalk or relocating the landscaping. Pedestrians shouldn't have to
bend down or walk on the grass to avoid limbs and shrubs. Be courteous to your
walking neighbors!
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line
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Walters believes the City was lucky in
the discovery of the line before the
sewer overflowed and created a
or environmental hazard.
Uhile it is unlawful to place
material other than domestic
sewage into the City's
system, City staff say it is
mpossible to know who or
-n opened the manhole.
Residents are encouraged to call the
West U Police Department or Public
Works Department if they see anyone
other than a Utility employee opening
street manholes. Public Works can be
contacted at 713.662.5839 or at
pivalters@westu.org. The Police
Department should be contacted
through the dispatch office at
713.662.5850.
"It takes all of us to preserve the qual-
ity of life what we have to expect in
West U" said Walters. "Please be envi-
ronmentally aware and report pollution
violators."
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April, 2001
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Criminal Mischief
4200 Case - April 1. Vehicle egged.
6500 Vanderbilt - April 1. Window
at residence shot with unknown type
low powered air rifle.
5800 Kirby - April 2. Glass front door
on business shattered.
6000 Lake/2600 Tangley - April 13.
Vehicle tires damaged by sharp object.
2700 Sunset - April 14. Vehicle win-
dow shattered.
3700 Albans -April 14. Ve-
hicle trunk and door locks
damaged by prying tool.
4100 Riley - April 15.
Residence window damaged.
Possibly by BB gun.
2600 Albans - April 15.
Vehicle door scratched.
Owner knows .suspect.
5300 Kirby - April 23.
Business front door damaged.
Burglary of a Motor Vehicle
2600 Nottingham -April 14. Several
juveniles apprehended in stolen vehicle.
Juveniles had in their possession items
stolen from other vehicles.
3500 Sunset - April 16. Insurance
card stolen from vehicle.
6000 Community - April 16. Vehicle
broken into and wallet stolen.
Burglary of a Building
3 700 Arnold- April 1. Two bikes sto-
len from unsecured garage.
2700 Robinhood - April 1. Suspect
fled scene when confronted by resident
while attempting to steal bike from un-
secured garage.
3700 Georgetown - April 2. Four
bikes stolen from unsecured garage.
3500 Rice -April 3. Bike stolen from
unsecured garage.
4200 Albans -April 4. Light fixtures
stolen from house under construction.
4100 Milton - April 20. Lawn equip-
ment stolen from unsecured garage.
3900 Villanova - April 20. Suspect
fled scene when confronted by resident
in garage. Two bikes stolen.
3000 Wroxton - April 21. Bike sto-
len from unsecured garage.
Burglary of a Residence
5800 Charlotte - April 1. Bike sto-
len from unsecured garage.
2700 Barbara Lane -April 11. Bike
stolen from unsecured garage.
4200 Tennyson April 16. TV sto-
len from unsecured garage.
3000 Lafayette - April
28. Suspect attempting to
steal items from garage fled
when confronted by resi-
dent.
Robbery
April 17 - Business
robbed of cash during
daylight hours.
Stolen Vehicle Recovery
2900 Robinhood - April 5. Stolen
vehicle with motor running recovered
from driveway. Vehicle stolen else-
where.
2600-2700 Centenary / 6400
Wakeforest -April 16. Several vehicles
parked on street struck by driver in sto-
len vehicle. Vehicle recovered.
Theft
3700 University-April 6. Wallet sto-
len from purse left in unsecured class-
room at local school.
5800 Kirby - April 6. Large amount
of money stolen from business by ex-
employee.
6600 Belmont - April 9. Several ju-
veniles apprehended after stealing bikes
from several locations in and out of
city.
2600 Fenwood - April 11. Tool sto-
len from construction site possibly by
worker.
4200 Bellaire - April 14. Class ring
stolen from business.
2800 Wroxton -April 28. Two stone
statues stolen from yard.
5700 Kirby - April 27. Credit card
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Chief s Corner
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It's that time of year again. The
weather is warm, people are outside, and
the young people are out of school.
People in West U love to enjoy the
f; community and socialize with their
friends and neighbors, and we all know
how kids enjoy their summers. This
translates into a lot more people outside
on foot, on bicycles, scooters, and skates.
This also means an increased potential
for accidents. It is very important that
motorists keep an eye out for others
using the roads and walkways as well
as for pedestrians, cyclists, and skaters
to watch out for cars. We all want to
enjoy the outdoors, but consideration for
safety will help to ensure that enjoyment
is not interrupted by a trip to the hospital,
or worse.
It is imperative to remember the im-
portance of obeying traffic and parking
laws. Not only is it the neighborly, cour-
teous thing to do, but it is essential for
the safety of all of our residents and
guests. Probably the most violated traf-
fic laws are speed, stop sign, and park-
ing. We can help ensure our safety and
set a good example for our children who
watch everything we do.
Also during this time of year, many o
us go on vacation and are away from
home for days and weeks at a time. It is
important for us to take basic precau-
tions to protect our homes and vehicles
during our absence. Some examples are
stopping mail and newspaper delivery,
placing lights on timers to make the
house look lived in, have a trusted neigh-
bor park a car in your driveway, have
someone mow your yard, and make sure
everything is closed and locked. Have a
trusted friend or relative check on your
house periodically and call the police i
something is out of the ordinary. Lastly,
consider calling the West U Police De-
partment to place your home on a "va-
cation watch". During your absence, po-
lice officers will check your residence
on a regular basis.
Have a safe summer!
stolen from unattended purse used to
make purchases.
(Critne up close - continued on p. 7)
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Water Works -drinking water questions!
Recent events in the drink-
ing water industry have given
rise to questions regarding the quality
and dependability of our drinking water.
News reports warning of chemical con-
tamination of waterways and bacterial
contamination in nearby municipal drink-
ing water systems cause concern regard-
ing the water we drink. In the last couple
of months we have heard reports of a
chemical spill in the San Bernard River
and bacterial contamination in the City
of Lake Jackson drinking water supply
causing health authorities to issue a boil
water notice to all residents. These and
other stories cause even the most expe-
rienced of us to have concerns about the
water we supply and drink.
West U Water Utilities continuously
monitors the drinking water supply that
is distributed to residents. We monitor
daily to insure that the residual disinfec-
tant is sufficient to prevent bacterial
growth. We collect samples throughout
the system every week to look for patho-
genic (disease causing) bacteria. On
regular schedules samples are pul led for
over 150 potentially harmful contami-
nants. The City of Houston performs
an analysis every quarter for these
same potentially harmful contaminants
that may be present in the treated wa-
ter that we purchase from their system.
We have currently expanded our test-
ing and have ordered automatic equip-
ment that will continuously monitor the
disinfectant residue in the drinking wa-
ter. Additionally, we are reviewing our
testing program for how we may ex-
pand monitoring for the upcoming bud-
get proposal for the Year 2002 budget
planning process.
The City publishes a Water Quality
Report annually and distributes it to all
customers. The last two years the re-
port has been included as an insert in
City Currents. This year the report will
be distributed in a separate mailing to
emphasize its importance. Watch for the
Water Quality Report in your mailbox
during June.
I hope this answers some of your
drinking water questions. By the way,
here's one more answer to a very com-
mon question, "Yes, I drink the water
that 1 sell to you".
To contact the Water Utilities Division
call Public Works at 713.662.5839 or
email Patrick Walters, Utilities Superin-
tendent pwalters@westu.org. If you
need to reach us after hours, please
contact the Police dispatcher at
713.662.5850.
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byJoe Foster, Recycling and Solid 'juste Reduction Board Member
Recycled Plastic for
J J your garden. West U citi-
zens who enjoy gardening
may be interested in a system from a
new source recently discovered. This
company uses recycled plastics to pro-
duce both plastic lumber and a joining
system. These items can be used to make
raised beds and other garden arrange-
ments, sandbox enclosures, water gar-
dens, playground borders and landscapes.
Their corner joining system allows any
corner shape and stakes into the ground
to eliminate shifting. The joint system
allows for stacking for higher sides. Since
(New Urbanism - continued from p. 2)
is 'The City'? The right of way belongs
to us all, the citizens. These areas do not
have to be encased in concrete or de-
veloped in a uniform manner that smoth-
ers individual expression.
All residents benefit from plantings
whether they be grass, flowers, shrubs,
trees or even grape vines. When one-
third of our geographical area lies be-
neath streets or within the public right of
way as it does in West University Place,
we should examine and debate design
alternatives.
the corner parts and the 'lumber' are
recycled plastic, this eliminates rot,
warping, termites and other problems,
while being environmentally safe. Con-
tact board member Joe Foster at
713.664.5878 for more information.
A word about bugs-a few little
known garden facts. You may use cut
up banana peels or tobacco to control
or eliminate aphids in your flower gar-
dens, which can be particularly effec-
tive around roses. Many other garden
pests do not like tobacco and it is al-
most odorless and blends with the envi-
ronment.
(Historically Speaking - continued from p. 3)
ris County. Perhaps this is all the encour-
agement you'll need to slow down and
pull over to find out what you might have
seen 100-or-so years ago. A Confeder-
ate munitions plant near Navasota? A
chain cross near Buffalo Bayou at
Morgan's Point? With road-trip season
upon us, Al's talk will get us in the mood
to make the most of our route-or per-
haps change our driving pattern forever!
Refreshments will be served. Please
join us! Call Program Officer Janice
Donalson with questions at 713.667.3268.
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and 12.1n 7,,';. paviigg f
will continue on Selvanee
froLn University to Riceand
or fvi(l rcei' Iroin Pict: Eo
Plumb. Paving t-: ork is scheduled to begin
on Westchester. Seetianee and 1Zi11gers,
and Rice to Plun;b. Clcanup will continue
on the 3600-3200 blocks of Rice.
In 7F, sanitary sewer work will
continue in the 3500-3200 docks of
Albans. Sanitarv Sewer work is also
scheduled to tal":e place in the 5300
blocks of Sewanee and Rut(_)ers.Vv_ater
line Nvork v, ill take place on Mercer froin
Plumb to Bissonnet and in the 3600 blocks
of I'angle,v, Robinhood, Nottingham and
Sunset. Storm Sewer work is scheduled
to begin in the 3600 blocks of Tangley,
Robinhood, and Albans.
In Priority Area 12, paving tivork will
continue on Judson from Academv to
Community, and on South Judson from
~I Judson to Simmons. Clean-up will
continue on Dartmouth from Academy
to Community. Paving is scheduled, to
begin on Lehigh' from °Academy 'to
Community.Water line installations is also
scheduled to continue on Fairmont,
!a Community and Judson.
d In Priority Area 8, sanitary sewer work
will continue to the 2600 and 2700 blocks
of Werlein and Cason, and on Wakeforest
from Carnegie to Fenwood.
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`--Seniors' calendar of events for June
• Mond , June 4* Tuesday, June 12*
Join us every Monday and Thurs- You're invited to the W
day for Tai Ji Chan, a graceful ex- Historical Society's da
ercise regimen that teaches bal- meeting in the Seniors' W
ance, health and strength. 2:30 - f representative from the
Texas
3:30 PM. Class ends August 10. Preservation Society will spe
$50.00/$60.00. Texas historical markers. 2:00
• Wednesday, June 6* PM. Free. All ages invited.
est U
ytime
ing. A
ak on
- 3:00
During today's lecture, Good
Speech at Any Age, you'll learn
pronunciation tips, breathing tech-
niques and oral exercises to en-
hance your verbal skills. 2:00 - 3:a0
fl;'
PM. Free.
• Tuesday, June 12* _ i
Bring your grandchild or 4 ;
younger neighborhood friend to
today's special seminar, All about
Butterflies. Learn about butterflies,
conservation and insecticides. Chil-
dren will receive a take-home work-
book. 10:00 - 11:30 AM. $8.00.
• Tuesday, June 19*
During today's seminar, Stop Clut-
ter Clutter from Stealing Your Life,
you'll receive a little insight on clean-
ing your emotional, mental and spiri-
tual clutter. 2:00 - 3:00 PM. Free.
Thursday, June 21 *
Today's speaker, a representative
from the Area Agency on Aging, will
give a presentation on the agencies
services-information, options, ser-
vice agencies, publications and
more. 2:00 - 3:00 PM. Free.
• Friday, June 29
Don't miss the annual Hot Dog
Party. West U Baptist Prime Time
Singers will present their version of
"Oklahoma". Gents have kitchen
duLV. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. $4.00.
1 Friday, July 6
Enjoy a mini-bus ride to
the Museum of Fine Arts
for the Cos Cob Art Colony exhibit.
10:00 - NOON. Priced depends on
membership status.
• Tuesday, July 10
Although the IMAX presentation at
the Museum of Natural Science is
unknown, we plan to go. $4:50. Time
to be announced.
Please call 713.662.5895 for more
information or to make reservations
to attend events.
* All ages invited.
(Crime up close - continuedfrom p.5)
Credit Card Abuse/Forgery
No matter how hard we try to keep track of all the things we are respon-
sible for doing, occasionally there is work that drops through the cracks.
We need to know about it. Tell us if there is work that needs to be done on
your street, in your neighborhood, or anywhere around West U. Tell us
about the problem and where it is. Help us do a better job and we'll all try
to make West U a better community!
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4000 Coleridge - April 2. Resident's
personal information used to make sev-
eral fraudulent purchases.
3900 Ruskin -April 3. Fraudulent pur-
chase made using resident's credit card
number.
2800 Quenby - April 13. Resident's
personal information obtained and used
to forge checks.
4000 Bellaire -April 17. Suspect fled
scene after attempting to pass fabricated
check. Suspect later arrested.
6100 Charlotte -April 23. Resident's
personal information used to open fraudu-
lent account.
4000 Bellaire - April 26. Two forged
checks passed at local bank.
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