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Olmos Park anticipates slight drop in property tax revenue PDF Print E-mail
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing Writer/North Central News   
Wednesday, September 08, 2010 02:25 PM
Like many cities dealing with lowered home values, Olmos Park will see a slight dip in property tax revenue as officials hammer out an operating budget for the coming fiscal year.

The decrease is somewhat negligible at .72 percent, from a taxable base totaling $522.2 million in 2009 to $518.4 million in 2010 from which property tax collection benefiting the fiscal year 2011 bottom line will be derived. (read more).

 
Retired priest arrested for indecent exposure PDF Print E-mail
Written by www.woai.com   
Sunday, September 05, 2010 09:13 PM
SAN ANTONIO -- A retired priest was arrested after police say he exposed himself to a park police officer.

The man, 71-year-old Chester W. King, Jr. of Converse, was arrested Tuesday in Olmos Park. (read more).
 
Olmos Park debates dog leash proposal PDF Print E-mail
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing writer/North Central News   
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 06:30 PM
Olmos Park may be poised for a real dogfight. City Council was mulled a proposed dog leash law Aug. 19 before delaying action on the matter until next month.

The issue has come up several times in the past, but a vocal contingent of residents espousing free-range canines prompted council to table the matter as was done at a previous meeting. (read more).

 
Terrell Hills council sets bond vote PDF Print E-mail
Written by Joni Simon - Contributing writer/North Central News   
Thursday, August 12, 2010 09:46 AM
Several audience members applauded after Terrell Hills City Council voted Monday to schedule an $8 million bond election for Nov. 2.

Before the vote, council heard a few concerns from other residents, who weren't quite so sure about the bond, which allocates $6 million for road repairs and $2 million for renovation and remodeling of the existing City Hall complex. (read more).

 
Remodeling Business Accused Of Taking Customers’ Cash PDF Print E-mail
Written by Brian Mylar, KSAT 12 News Reporter   
Tuesday, August 03, 2010 07:16 AM
Some local homeowners are out tens of thousands of dollars after a previously successful remodeling business suddenly closed down.

Casa Linda remodeling shut its doors recently on San Pedro Avenue, leaving an empty parking lot and some customers with empty wallets.

Bill and Debbie Sherman's wanted to renovate their home. They signed a $72,200 contract for a makeover with Casa Linda on March 8 and work began in April. (read more).
 
Hill Country wildlife sanctuary opens clinic in Olmos Park PDF Print E-mail
Written by www.WOAI.com   
Friday, July 30, 2010 04:10 PM
SAN ANTONIO -- A wildlife sanctuary hidden in the Hill Country is bringing its mission into the San Antonio area. (read more).
 
Drivers go ‘20Green' for safer Terrell Hills PDF Print E-mail
Written by Aimee Villalobos - Staff Writer/North Central News   
Wednesday, July 28, 2010 01:53 PM
As the founder of Bike World and a cycling enthusiast for many years, Terrill Hills resident Whit Snell has noticed some changes in motorists' mentality locally over the years.

“I have several friends that we ride our bikes in the morning, have for years, and it seemed like we'd been having a lot of close calls lately (with motorists),” he recalled. (read more).

 
Detectives revisit Terrell Hills cold-case murder - Can you help solve the mystery? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Stacia Willson / KENS 5   
Tuesday, July 27, 2010 08:32 AM
It has been 34-years since a woman's body was found inside her northeast-side home.

In the years that have passed, Bexar County detectives have run out of leads. They still aren't sure why someone wanted 39-year-old Joyce Stein dead.

Now they are asking for your help to bring her killer to justice.

Stacia Willson has the details in this cold-case investigation.

 
Solar attraction PDF Print E-mail
Written by Creighton Welch - Special to the Express-News   
Saturday, July 24, 2010 07:41 AM
At 92 years old, Edith McAllister has lived in her 98-year-old house for 60 years.

And if you ask McAllister about her Terrell Hills house, which was built by Dr. Frederick Terrell and designed by Alfred Giles, she’ll tell you grand stories about the history of her home and the neighborhood.

But she’ll also tell you about some cutting-edge solar arrays she recently had installed. “It’s an investment in the planet,” McAllister said. “It’s an example of what you can do, even with an old house.” (read more).

 
Terrell Hills council, staff praise police action PDF Print E-mail
Written by Joni Simon - Contributing writer/North Central News   
Thursday, July 22, 2010 07:20 AM
The Terrell Hills Police Department had a bit of excitement to share with the audience at the July 12 City Council meeting.

According to Police Chief Greg Whitlock, a burglary that “could have gone bad quickly, but didn't,” occurred at 2:30 p.m. July 1 in the usually quiet, low-crime city. The crime took place in the 400 block of Wiltshire.

Terrell Hills police recovered all property and arrested the suspects. The dicey part, Whitlock said, was maintaining the safety of a 17-year-old young woman in the house at the time of the burglary. (read more).

 
Police warn car burglars are on the move this summer PDF Print E-mail
Written by Sarah Forgany / KENS 5   
Saturday, July 17, 2010 08:57 AM
The summer is here, and police warn burglars are on the move, from one car to the next.
Just days ago, we told you about a rash in Alamo Heights. Now Olmos Park.
(read more).
 
Viewpoint: Will Olmos Park look ahead or return to the past? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jeff Judson - Guest Commentary   
Thursday, July 15, 2010 12:02 PM
A recent report in the North Central News revealed controversy over the process of appointing Gene Allen to the Olmos Park City Council.

While we can always do a better job of filling vacancies next time, this appointment combined with recent elections could radically shift the direction of our city. (read more).

 
Terrell Hills residents, leaders discuss potential bond PDF Print E-mail
Written by Edmond Ortiz - Editor/North Central News   
Wednesday, July 14, 2010 12:08 PM
Terrell Hills City Council plans within the next month to consider setting a multi-million-dollar bond election for Nov. 2, a referendum that calls for renovating and expanding City Hall and for select road repairs.

Council members have spent the last few months pondering the potential bond issue. One town hall meeting on the city's discussions was held June 28 and a second meet starts at 6:30 p.m. next Monday at St. David's Episcopal Church, 1300 Wiltshire. (read more).

 
OP council appointment sparks questions PDF Print E-mail
Written by Tony Cantú - Contributing writer/North Central News   
Wednesday, July 07, 2010 02:46 PM
Olmos Park political observers are crying foul over an appointment to fill a City Council vacancy, a process detractors say was rushed and dismissive of a wide pool of candidates who had expressed interest in filling the unexpired term.

In a June 28 special meeting, former councilman and current Board of Adjustment member Gene Allen was appointed to fill the seat vacated June 17 by Joe Izbrand. (read more).

 
Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale - July 10th Only PDF Print E-mail
Written by Janet Holland   
Wednesday, July 07, 2010 10:06 AM

HUGE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - SAT. JULY 10th ONLY - OLMOS PARK

You won’t want to miss out on this great sale under the trees in the comfort of the shaded driveway!

226 Primera Drive, San Antonio, Texas 78212 in beautiful Olmos Park.

Saturday, July 10th, 8a-4pm.

Cash only. All sales final. Not responsible for accident or injury.

Wow! Don't miss this huge sale in Olmos Park to see it to believe it.   There’s something for everyone!

Pictures can be viewed at

http://www.flickr.com/photos/cleansweepestatesales/

FURNITURE

Taupe cotton Pottery Barn Sofa and matching Chair and a ½ - see photos

White mission style Toddler Bed complete with mattress – see photos

Area rugs

Office Chair

Outdoor Gourmet Grill – bought at at Barbeques Galore

 

ELECTRONICS:

Playstation 2 - $79

Playstation 2 games – Tiger Woods Golf

BRAND NEW never out of the box Quickbooks Pro 2007

Technics CD player that holds 100 CDS!!!

Great Sony Stereo system complete with speakers and the Technics 100 CD changer.

Blackberry for AT&T. Put in your SIM card and GO!

35 DVDs! Viewed only once!

Canon PowerShot SD850IS - Digital Elph. 8 megappixels. No box-takes great pictures - back screen doesn’t work.

Canon PowerShot 550is

20 inch flatscreen Gateway computer monitor and wireless keyboard

Lots of power cords and wireless keyboards and computer monitors and speakers

 

KITCHENWARE:

Lots of pots and pans – some still new in boxes

Italian pottery – Vietri

Hanging Pot Rack

Crystal decanters

Wine glasses

Lenox "Special" China - Holly pattern - 8 place settings

Villeroy & Boch Amapola. 6 place settings, plus salt and pepper, 2 candlesticks, a vegetable

Milkglass tumblers – 13

 

TOYS:

Leap Pad with lots of Leap Pad game

Leapster TV

Lots of other educational toys and games and accessories

Lots of great Disney Princess items

Tricycle for your princess

 

CLOTHES & SHOES:

Vintage lingerie and clothes

Shoes – ladies size 7, 7 ½ , 8 ½, 9 and 10 (Some Gucci and Via Spiga)

Girls clothes – some new with tags – size infant to size 8

Ladies clothes – size 6-10 and size XL to 3X

Men’s clothes – size L to Big and Tall

Lots of smocked dresses

Christening gown

 

JEWELRY & WATCHES:

Spurs Vintage Watch– needs a battery

Denver Broncos Watch– needs a battery

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Watch – needs a battery

Costume Jewelry including some turquoise

Vintage Brooches

Boucheron PARFUM - not cologne! Beautiful.

Lots of household items

Fog Free Shaving Mirror

Wood like formica counter top

6 boxes of Spanish tile – enough to redo your kitchen or bath!

A queen sized AeroBed

Christmas decorations galore!

Luggage

Come early and find your treasures. We hope to see you this  Saturday.

 

Pictures can be viewed at

http://www.flickr.com/photos/cleansweepestatesales/

Got questions - Email us at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Clean Sweep Estate & Garage Sales - www.cleansweepgaragesales.com

 

Need to have a sale and feeling overwhelmed? We can help. Currently booking August, September and October.  Email us today to reserve your date.

 
Olmos Park Council Fills Vacancy PDF Print E-mail
Written by City of Olmos Park   
Wednesday, July 07, 2010 08:49 AM
City Council appointed Former Councilmember Gene Allen to fill the vacancy created by Joe Izbrand's resignation. Gene will serve until the election in May. (see Olmos Park City website).
 
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