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F g« 2, Section A, Mount Vernon Optic-Herald, Thursday, August 1®, 2001
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City Hall, 6 p.m.
Call (903) 537-4495 for information
FEATURING MARK SPENCER
of
MHS Planning & Design
Designer of Parks and Open Spaces
At
WHOLESALE MERCHANDISE
I Mile East of Downtown Mt. Vernon
On Highway 67 East
DOWNTOWN
(9(0) 537 2201
Service.
In addition to the bum ban.
CYPRESS SPRINGS
(9OO SMK A774
FRI., AUGUST 17 • Open 12:30 p.m.
Buy a drink and get a bowl of chili, 7 p.m.
tions and fee rather than just ac-
cepting the lowest bid of a gen-
eral contractor.
The renovation will include a
science lab, two classrooms, two
computer labs a technology writ-
ing lab and rest rooms.
Further investigation has
proven that the elevator pit that
was depicted in drawings does
exist. At the present time, indica-
tions are that waler standing in the
area next to the retaining wall was
caused by rain and not by seep-
age. Both those items would have
added to the cost of the building.
Mr. Harris told the board he
expects that construction will be-
gin on the project after the first of
the year.
Local costs for employee
Community members, trans-
portation operators, department
representatives, and citizens who
are interested in elderly and dis-
abled transportation in the Paris
District are encouraged to attend
the meeting.
Comments or concerns re-
garding the Elderly and Disabled
program in the Paris District may
be addressed to: Audrey
Murphey, Public Transportation
Coordinator. Paris District, 1365
N. Main, Paris, Texas 75460 or
call (903) 737-9225.
- Marie Darus ‘01
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Auction
Cub Scout Pack 271 had a
Raingutter Regatta at the First
United Methodist Church on
Saturday, Aug. 11
Scouts participating were
Helrod Ricks, Kaleb Walker,
Jared Lyon, Tyler Ricks, Derek
Ricks, Jeremy Lyon, and Jared
Walker.
Paris District to evaluate
transportation program
\ meeting regarding the Eld-
cih and Disabled Transportation
program is scheduled for 10a.m.
Wednesday Aug. 22 in the Paris
District lianting Room. 1365 N.
Main, m Pans.
Hie puipose of the meeting is
io evaluate the goals and acli\ i-
ties ol the program from FY
.’001 and to re\ lew plans lor FY
2OO2-2IM13.
Information lor those seeking
to leant how to start a transpor-
tation program will also be avail-
tble al the meeting.
SI lerilf’s Posse. Space for out-of liams at (903) 632-4770 for more
infonnation or to reserve a space.
The annual rodeo will be con-
Enjoy the convenience of our Free Checking
Plus Personal Checking Account featuring:
* Free Monthly Maintenance Charge
* Free Visa Check Card Annual Fee (mMca io approval)
* Free ATM Card Annual Fee
* Free Unlimited Check Writing
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1 a >cal merchants and craftsmen
nr in\ ited lo set up booths at the for sale by the Sheriff’s Posse,
iwo-night performances of the
annual Championship Rodeo Sat-
mday and Sunday, Sept. I and supported the Posse’s efforts,
’ Labor Day weekend
Booth space is being offered
approved in the June meeting for
school pictures was rescinded.
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Training and Education is a crucial aspect.
Thousands of propane industry employees attend
service and safety schools sponsored by the pro-
pane industry. In fact, the National Propane Gas
Association’s Certified Employee Training Program is renowned
for its comprehensive coverage of vital safety aspects. Chances are
that the technician who installed your propane gas furnace, has
taken one or more of these important training programs.
GAS Check*1, short for Gas Appliance System Check, is an
important NPGA educational effort in which your gas appliances
and system are inspected by specially- trained personnel. Each
GAS Check* includes a one-on-one educational program con-
ducted in your own home. Nearly two million homes have been
evaluated since 1985.
The GAS Check* program has been such a success it earned the
prestigious Organization Member Award as the best example of a
public fire safety program from the National Fire Protection Asso-
ciation.
Propane gas is actually odorless. We put the odor in the gas so
that it’s easy to detect in the slim chance that a leak occurs. If you
ever smell the “rotten egg” odor of propane gas in your home, follow
these important tips: I. Avoid lighting matches or turning on/off
electric switches. 2. Gel everybody outside. 3. Clare cylinder or
tank valves if you can. Don't go back in your home until the
problem has been corrected. 4. Call your propane supplier
using a neighbor 's phone.
We re proud of our industry’s safety record. A government study
determined that while an individual’s chances of getting into a fatal
motor vehicle accident is around 1 in 4,700, the chance that a
member of the general public would be involved in a fatal propane
transportation or storage accident is 1 in 37,000,000. That is 27 times
better than the odds of being struck by lightning (1 «» 1,375,000).
In addition, a study by the National Fire Protection Association
revealed that gas is actually the safest method to heat your home.
Propane gas has been dependable, efficient and reliable fuel for
the home, farm and industrial sector since 1912. And we intend Io
keep it that way with stringent standards, intensive safety training
programs and ongoing public education.
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shop vacs, law it trimmus, an <. onduioiici s. iihi
loh his, offin i hans, fans, swing's and ilom
neighbors, who have individually
stressed Lt. Gary Borden. “This eluding saddle bronco, bareback, iUKe on underground tanks at the
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live of charge to Franklin County lion from local business people.” team roping and bull riding. The by TNRCC and tabled a lease
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A call for bids was made by
- Approved a bid of $30,000
the selection of the management increase to $267.90 this year, a by Randy and Marie Green on
firm can be based on qualifica- 22.1% hike. three lots in Pine Valley "pprauted
A contract with Ron Barker at $ 141,000. - Pat Wright '01
’ SAT., AUGUST 18 - Open Noon • Bingo, 2:30 A 6 p.m. *
w SUN., AUGUST 19 - Open Noon • Bingo, 7 p.m. «
m MON., AUGUST 20 - Open 12:30 p.m. • Bingo, 7 p.m.
J TUES.. AUGUST 21 - Open 12:30 p.m. • "42", 7 p.m. x
★ WED., AUGUST 22 - Open 12:30 p.m. • Bingo, 7 p.m. ★
Children under 5 not allowed during Bingo Mt. Vernon Amorican
Legion Pott 243 A Mt. Vernon American legion Aux. Unit 143
Cubscouts get a chance to let off steam at Raingutter Regatta
Scouts have Raingutter Regatta
The scouts built and decorated June, Swim Fest in July, and the
sailboats, then blew them down Raingutter Regatta in August) to
a raingutter. They also enjoyed qualify for the award,
homemade ice cream and cake. Scouts receiving the summer-
Six scouts received the sum- time activity award include Jer-
mertime activity award. These emy Lyon, Jared Walker, Tyler
boys attended all three summer Ricks, Derek Ricks, Jared Lyon
activities (Pizza in the Park in and Kaleb Walker.
- Ginger Lyons '01
School addition to be
managed by construction firm
The Mount Vernon School health insurance will cost the dis-
board opted to use a construe- trict an additional $56,000 dur-
uon management at risk firm rather ing the 2002-02 school year. The and authority was given Supt
than a general contractor to build increase is included in the pro- Wade to negotiate another con-
posed budget, according to Supt. tract with Mr. Barker.
In other action, the board:
- Approved the teacher ap-
Burning
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Texas is becoming a powder
keg of dead or rapidly drying veg-
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Booths sought Rodeo weekend
drink concessions are reserved Sheriffs Posse Arena, located on 1° Tom Spencer, fire risk assess-
FM 115 between FM 21 and I- ment coordinator, Texas Forest
“We want to reach out to our 30 just south of Mount Vemon.
The nxJeo will feature all seven
of the favorite rodeo events, in- commissioners approved msur-
classrooms and labs under the ex-
isting high school. Wade. With increased rates, and
The construction management maintaining a 75% level of em-
method was recommended by pkiyer funding, the district cost will praisal calendar,
both interim superintendent increase from $164 per employee
Freddy Wade and architect Kent to $200.93 per employee.
Harris. Mr. Harris prefers the <
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- Approved the school lunch
price increase to correct a
‘ ) Currently, the employee only $10,000 deficit.
method because, in his opinion, rate is $219.34, and that rate will
barrel racing, steer wrestling, Franklin County Airport, required
Contact Lt. Borden at (903) Wing Rodeo Company of Bogata agreement on lots owned by Ted
sponsoring Franklin County 5X8-23X1 orCapt. Charles Wil- is Stock Contractor for the event. 11 —
The Sheriff’s Posse is also
sponsoring kids events, including Commissioners Daryl Carr and
____________________________ a calf scramble, with two age Charles Davis, of precincts three
ducted at the Franklin County groups for seven to fifteen years an(i four respectively, for an as-
of age, and mutton busting for distributor. Bids will be
children six years and under. Rib- opened Monday, Aug. 22 in the
bons will be awarded, along with regular meeting of the Commis-
cash prizes for the top winners. stoners Court.
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Bush-Reves, Lillie. Mount Vernon Optic-Herald (Mount Vernon, Tex.), Vol. 127, No. 2, Ed. 1 Thursday, August 16, 2001, newspaper, August 16, 2001; Mount Vernon, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1330671/m1/2/: accessed June 21, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Franklin County Library.