The Clifton Record (Clifton, Tex.), Vol. 100, No. 16, Ed. 1 Wednesday, April 19, 1995 Page: 6 of 22
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6A — Wednesday. APRIL i9.1995 - The Clifton Record
• COUNTY
Continued Fran Pnge One
equipment required to be matalled
in the patrol vehicle*
Bosque County Judge Bobby Joe
Conrad recommended that the court get
the department on a schedule where
two car* will be replaced each year to
minimize expenditure* and keep the ve-
hicles as new as possible. Judge Conrad
recommended the court advertise for
bids for two new cars.
The commissioners agreed unani-
mously to advertise for bids on two
vehicles The bids will be opened at
the monthly court meeting, May 8, at
10 a.m.
District Clerk Requests
Funds For Office
Bosque County District Clerk San-
dra L Woosley asked the court for ad-
ditional money to fund a part-time
officer worker, Belinda Stires. Woos-
ley requested $2,500, which she said
will “more than cover the rest of the
year."
“Diana (Wellborn, former Bosque
County District Clerk' spent $2,750 the
first three months, and left a lot of
work undone,” explained Woosley in
asking for the extra salary funds.
"What we will be doing is making
up for the misuse of salaries in the first
threemonths of the year,” added Judge
Conrad
After reviewing budget figures, the
court agreed to add $2,000 into
Woosley’s budget, to be designated for
salaries and benefits, as well as con-
ference expenses.
t'op^puter Systems For
J.P.’s Discussed
Bosque County Justice of the Peace,
Precinct 2, Alvin James told the court
that his office is experiencing hardware
problems with its current computer
system
"The program is outdated, and the
CPU has just'about exceeded capacity.
The CPU is making tremendous noise,"
said James.
James estimated that the. cost to re-
place the six-year-old system would be
jn the range of $2,500 to $3,000.
Pet 3 Commissioner Calvin Rueter
suggested that James have local com-
puter technician Scott Brady inspect
the system and make a recommenda-
tion Brady recently replaced the com-
puter system in Pet. 1 J.P. Bennett
Morrow’s office.
• James agreed to contact Brady and
bring the findings to a future court
meeting.
J.P. Morrow requested $300 in fund-
ing to pay for new software and train-
ing for this office’s new system. The
software is an updated version of the
software currently used by both offices.
“Mv clerk has seen the program, and
she likes it. It’s more detailed," Mor-
row told the court.
Morrow noted\hat if James’ office
receives a new system, the installation
of software and training can be done
at the same time without additional
cost. The court agreed to table the is-
sue until James’ computer system situ-
ation is resolved.
Jail Roof Repair
Pet. 1 Commissioner Rick Kelley said
that he had visited the county jail dur-
ing a recent rain storm and that water
leaks were a definite problem. Previ-
ous court discussions have centered
around repair of the existing roof,
rather than replacement.
“I don't know if we’re ahead with a
repair job, or a whole new roof,” Kelley
told the court. “But we've got to do
- something to fix the jail."
Sheriff Gage noted that major leaks
have appeared around air conditioning
vents, and where the old and new sec-
tions of the building joined.
The court agreed to proceed with bids
on replacing the faulty roofing.
Recycling Funds Increase
“We applied for an extra HOTCOG
(Heart of Texas Cocacil of Govern-
ments' grant, and we’re getting an
additional $5,000, for a total of about
$11,000,* said Kelley concerning avail-
able funds for the recycling facility to
be built by the county
Bids were solicited, with Bosque Sup-
ply tendering the only official bids
Bosque Supply bid $12,299 09 on an
open-ended building, and $13,573.48
with one end enclosed. The building is
to be erected on a concrete slab to be
prepared by county employees.
The court agreed to proceed with the
project, and to purchase the materials
at Bqsque Supply at the prices quoted
Road Closure Discussed
A property owner in Laguna Park
asked the court to close a portion of a
road in the Shore Acres subdivision of
Lake Whitney.
“It’s not really a road; it’s a part of a
yard It’s an extension of the east end
of Cope Lane," explained Kelley.
“Over the years, it’s become a road.
It was just a driveway. It’s at the cor-
ner of Gordon Lane and Cope," ex-
plained the property owner.
Judge ’Conrad questioned whether
the county needed to take any action
in the matter, as the road is not a
county road ’ ,
“It hasn’t been accepted for county
maintenance, but it’s been accepted as
a plat,” explained Commissioner Ru:
eter.
“In that case, you need to close it,”
replied Judge Conrad.
The court will hold a public hearing
on the closure at 10 a m.. Monday, May
22, during a special session of the court.
Antenna l,ease Canceled
An antenna site lease agreement be-
tween Bosque County and Motorola,
Inc. was canceled by the court at the
request of Motorola. Champion Com-
/munications, Inc., Woodlands, has pur-
chased the antenna operations of
Motorola, taking over in June.
Motorola told the court that it will
need to pursue a new lease with Cham-
pion.
One commissioner noted that he
hopes the quality of service will im-
prove with the pending sale.
County Abates Excess
Payment To Appraisal
District
Bosque County Central Appraisal
District (BCCAD> Chief Appraiser
Janice Henry informed the court that
the county is entitled to $3,910 of
$17,574 in overpayments made by
county entities to BCCAD in 1994.
Henry sent letters to the court, as
well as the city councils and school
districts operating in the appraisal dis-
trict, requesting the monies be abated.
Henry hopes to use the monies to build
a reserve for the future purchase of a
mapping system.
The court agreed to the abatement.
If any of the other taxing entities in
the district do not agree and request a
refund, all overpayments by each en-
tity must be refunds, explained Conrad.
Miscellany
The court granted an easement in
Pet. 2, near Farm Road 144, to Louise
Gardner Ray A permit was approved
to bury communications cable upon and
along the right-of-way of a county road
in Pet. 3. A portion of a road in Pet. 3
was accepted for county maintenance.
The court will advertise for bids to
supply asphalt and paving oils to the
county. Bids will be opened at 1015,
May 8, during the court's monthly ses-
sion.
Approved for payment were claims,
salaries, and wages against county and
precinct funds. Also approved were line
item transfers
The next scheduled meeting of the
court is Monday, April 24, at 9 a.m.,
Bosque County Courthouse, Meridian.
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Mayor Proclaims ‘Chamber Of
Commerce Week’ In Clifton
CLIFTON - Mayor Truman Blum
proclaimed Apnl 24-28 as Chamber of
Commerce Week A reading of the offi-
cial proclamation is scheduled during
the Chamber’s monthly After Hours at
Keith Hardware. The After Hours is
set for Thursday, April 27, from 6 to 8
p.m.
Chamber of Commerce Week will be
celebrated throughout Texas to acknowl-
edge the work local Chambers do to
enhance their communities
‘Chambers of Commerce provide in-
formation to newcomers and visitors,
attract new businesses to the area, help
tmprow the existing business commu-
nity, and promote a positive commu-
nity image,” said Clifton Chamber
Office Manager Trudy Sheffield.
The local Chamber participates in
many events, including ribbon cuttings
for new businesses, and holding lun-
cheons, get-togethers, and special cer-
emonies at local businesses.
Clifton’s Chamber is also involved in
the American Legion Barbecue Cookoff,
the Bosque County-wide Garage Sale.
the annual Bluegrass Festival,
FreedomFest. the Central Texas Fair
and Rodeo, a hot air balloon rallye, and
Norwegian Christmas celebrations,
among other activities;
The Chamber is an information
source for persons and businesses in-
terested in Clifton. The voluntary or-
ganization promotes the area for
tourism to enhance the community’s
economy. The Chamber encourages
business and industry to relocate to the
area to provide more joba, and helps
future residents by providing informa-
tion about schools, housing, and area
activities, said Sheffield.
The Chamber is funded primarily by
the annual investments of its membeix
An annual banquet is held to celebrate
the members’ participation. Clifton’s
Chamber recently celebrated 25 years
during tits banquet.
For more information abouf the Clif-
ton Chamber of Commerce, visit the
office at 113 North Avenue D, or call
(817) 675-3720.
Chamber Of Commerce
Events Slated In April
CLIFTON — Clifton Chamber of
Commerce Office Manager Trudy Shef-
field said that several Chamber events
were coming up in the next couple of
'"Weeks. Chamber members and other
interested persons are encouraged to
attend the events.
• Tuesday, April 18 — Chamber
Board of Directors meeting, 12 noon.
• Thursday, April 20 —
NationsBank tour group from Austin.
• Thursday, April 27 — Ribbon cut-
ting at Crafts-4-U, 712 South Avenue
G, 5:15 p.m.
• Thursday, April 27 — Chamber
Full Plate Of
Activities Told At
Chamber Lunch
By David Anderson
GENERA! ASSIGNMENTS EDITOR
CLIFTON — The Bosque County
Conservatory of Fine Arts’ Photogra-
phy Club hosted April’s Clifton Cham-
ber of Commerce lunch last Wednesday.
A large crowd heard club representa-
tives Allen Johannes and Sharon
* Knustrom speak of the many activi-
ties the club had been involved in dur-
ing recent weeks. Chamber President
Gerald McDowell, with the aid of some
Chamber members, gave a list of up-
coming activities, including;
• Tuesday, April 18 — Chamber
Board of Directors lunch meeting, 12
noon, Chamber office.
• Thursday, April 20 —
NationsBank bus tour coming through
Clifton, including a reception at
Spieler's Frame and Art Gallery at 3
p.m.
• Thursday, April 20 — Clifton Gar-
den Club’s annual Flower Show at Clif-
ton Civic Center, 2-5 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday, April 21-22
— 5th annual American Legion Bar-
becue Cookoff, with approximately 100
cookers expected to enter.
• Monday through Friday, April 24-
28 — Chamber of Commerce Week,
including proclamation from Clifton
Mayor Truman Blum to be read at
Chamber After Hours.
• Thursday, April 27 — Chamber
After Hours at Keith Hardware, 6 to 8
p.m.
• Thursday, April 27 — Bosque
County Business and Professional
Women’s baked potato lunch, 11 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m., Clifton Civic Center.
• Friday, April 28 — Reception for
American Indian artist Meketi (Omaha
Indian name, translated “High Moun-
tain"), at Spieler’s Frame and Art Gal-
lery, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday, April 29 — Annual
Bosque County-wide Garage Sale.
• Friday and Saturday, May 12-13
— Annual Bluegrass Festival in Clif-
ton City Park, sponsored by American
Legion, with “Pickin’ and Grinnin’
Cafe” to be operated by the Chamber.
• Friday and Saturday, May 19-20
— Temple Travel Show, booth to be
manned by Chamber volunteers in co-
operation with Texas Safari exhibit and
employees.
• McDowell welcomed the latest
group of new Chamber members, in-
cluding B&B Specialties, Attorney
Patricia Ferguson, Vicki Holman’s State
Farm Insurance, Alco Discount Stores,
Inc., Attorney Janna Gustafson, and
Camilla Dove. McDowell “embarrassed"
Chamber Director Ann Calton, credit-
ing her for many of the new members
joining the Chamber.
McDowell expressed the Chamber'*
appreciation of Texas-New Mexice
Power Company for funding two $500
scholarships. Chamber Secretary Trudy
Sheffield and Clifton Main Street
Project Manager Cheraina Vick were
able to attend a week-long training
session because of the scholarships.
McDowell thanked Jim Coaper and
Larry Laux, representing the power
company.
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of The Clifton Record.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Chamber of Com-
merce movement in Texas contin-
ues to be the largest statewide
coalition of businesses in Tfexas, and
WHEREAS, there are some 562
separate Chamber of Commerce or-
ganizations in Texas representing
nearly 200,000 Texas businesses,
and
WHEREAS, the efforts of those
local Chambers of Commerce have
resulted in positive economic and
community growth in the respective
communities served by Chambers of
Commerce, and
WHEREAS, the Texas Clumber
at Commerce Executives Association,
in cooperation with the Tbxas Asso-
ciation of Business and Chambers
of Commerce, is organizing a major
statewide effort at recognizing the
efforts of Chambers of Commerce in
their local communities, and
WHEREAS, such recognition is
appropriate, considering the signifi-
cant contribution made to this
community's growth and develop-
ment as a result of the hours of self-
less service given to our community
through the efforts of the volunteers
and staff members of our jocal
Chamber of Commerce, now there-
fore,
BE IT RESOLVED that this City
Council does declare April 24
through April 28, 1995, Chamber
of Commerce Week, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED
that the leadership of the Clifton
Chamber of Commerce, past and
present, be publicly recognized for
their efforts to improve the economic
development and to enhance the
overall growth of our city to the
betterment of every citizen.
Mayor Truman Blum
City of Clifton
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