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FEATUREZ
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THE ART THE
OF STAINED BEAUTY OF 7 Editor’s Letter

GLASS: INDULGENCE:
ANYTHING GOES
WITH GLASS
Learn about the art of mak-
ing stained glass. Let your
imagination run wild with
Anita, as she exposes us to
her most creative and aes-
CYNDI’S SALON 19 Fitness: Choosing the Right Gym
& SPA
With top of the line specialists
and products in hair and body
treatments, this is the place to
be pampered. Find out about
20 Mortgage: Credit Scores!
their recent appearance on the

24 Talk of the Town

thetically beautiful creations. Style Network.

16 18 28 Government Round-Up
THE GRIDIRON
FORGOTTEN HEROES
CHILD:
Learn more about this
Schertz based organization
32 Marketplace
working with high school
ZENOBIA football players who’ve
COVERSON
As a tribute to Black History
sustained spinal cord
injuries, and find out their 35 Sweethearts Bio
Month, we spoke to Zenobia recent connection to
Coverson, founder of The Hollywood.
Forgotten Child. Read about
her twenty-year mission to
serve the young and innocent.

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EDITOR
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Being the Editor of Schertz
Magazine has opened the door to
meet many fascinating people in
this thriving community. Growing
up in neighboring San Antonio, it
wasn’t until last March when I had
the opportunity to come into Schertz
and learn more about the people
and places that truly define the area
as the budding and economically
diverse city it has become. Starting
in 2009, I made a resolution to not
only strive to continually improve
what’s happening in our own lives
that we forget to see the larger scope
of why we are and who we are. In
essence, I hope this issue will serve
as a reminder that a community is
only as strong as the contribution of
each and every individual. I encourage
each of our readers today to knock
on a neighbor’s door and introduce
yourself, join an activity, learn a new
hobby, reacquaint yourself with an old
friend. Open the doors to a city you’ve
made your home and get to know the
is Zenobia Coverson, the founder of
The Forgotten Child. Another non-profit
organization to learn more about in this
issue is Gridiron Heroes and the tenacious
work they continue to do to serve our
youth.

Thought I forgot about Valentine’s Day?

upon my own life, but I want to
consistently challenge myself as
well. And, I’m going to challenge
you this year too. Every month, I
hope to lend encouraging words
that will inspire you to take an extra
step in life, whether that’s finding
the courage do something new, or
lend a hand to someone in need;
together, let’s be bold and brave
enough to take the challenge.
I themed this month’s cover, “The
Heart of Schertz” for one reason:
as a reminder. Every day brings
about new challenges; sometimes
we become so accustomed to
people, the talent, the kindness and
ingenuity that surround you. That is
truly the essence of love.
This issue we showcase a diverse
portfolio of local businesses and
organizations. Cyndi of Cyndi’s Salon
& Spa; Bonnie, the owner of Texas
Pecan Candy; and Anita who opened
Anything Goes With Glass, are
intelligent and exuberant women who
exude a high level of entrepreneurship,
talent and skill. This month we pay
tribute to Black History Month, as it is
represented beautifully by a woman
who won’t take no for an answer to
serve a greater cause. That woman
Of course, not. Look inside for “Treat Your
Valentine.” Mary and I scouted throughout
the city to find out where to eat, stay, and
shop for your loved one on this very special
day.
A special thanks to all our advertisers
for your continued support. Remember,
we are only possible because of you. To
our readers; you are what give us daily
inspiration!
Don’t forget the magazine is NOW
online. Visit us for more interesting
stories, interactive video and community
information at www.schertzmagazine.com.
As always, savor the moment, sit back,
take a deep exhale and enjoy the
magazine!

Warmest Regards,
Nicole Ochoa
Editor

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BY NICOLE OCHOA
 The Sweetest Thing:
Texas Pecan Candy
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Upon arriving to
Texas Pecan Candy & Gifts,
a charming and picturesque
setting envelops its intimate
location off IH-35 N located
next to the popular Abel’s
diner. Reminiscent of a 19th
century Texas style cottage
with a tin roof and white
railed porch, the cozy and
welcoming atmosphere
of Bonnie’s scrumptious
delights is truly a local
treasure you don’t want to
miss. In fact, Bonnie invites
patrons inside offering free
samples of many delicious
candies and baked goods
where customers can taste
many of her most popular
recipes.
It might just be
the most overused phrase
around, but whoever
originally stated, “I feel like
a kid in a candy store,” was
probably talking about Texas
Pecan Candy in Schertz,
Texas. The colorful and
deliciously aromatic store
originally debuted roughly
twenty years ago. But it
wasn’t until 8 years ago,
when Bonnie Palmer, a
seasoned baker and owner,
left her job as a certified
counselor and decided to
make her part-time hobby
into a full-time dream. “I
woke up one day and said
I wanted to do something
different and exciting,” she
describes.
As Bonnie
contends, baking has
always been a great
passion. Originally, from
Massachusetts, Bonnie made
her home in Texas years ago.
“You don’t have to shovel
sunshine here,” she says
smiling. A testament to her
jovial disposition, Bonnie’s
personal attention to detail
and inviting atmosphere
makes Texas Pecan Candy
an experience like no other!
“Everything is
homemade,” says Bonnie.
“We make everything in
small batches.” Her menu
of tasty and colorful treats
includes candy, cakes,
fudge, ice cream, and the list
goes on. Everything comes
from Bonnie’s kitchen and
imagination, as most of her
delectable sweets are a
product of her own recipes.
Imagine strawberries covered
in Belgium chocolate.
Colorfully decorated
cookies for every special
occasion, sugar cookies on
sticks. “All our cookies are
handmade, hand-dipped
and hand-decorated,” she
says. And let’s not forget,
Bonnie’s very own favorite,
Pecan Pie Bars. “The whole
reason I bought the store
was because of the Pecan
Pie Bars,” she admits. The
ice cream is brought in
homemade from nearby
Fredericksburg. There are
an assortment of cakes,
flavored carrot and German
chocolate; wedding cakes
included. Bonnie even makes
her own fudge, candied
pecans and flavored pralines
made in the shape of the
Lone Star State. “We try to
do things different here,”
says Bonnie.
For those with
certain diet restrictions,
Bonnie has something for
you too. Sugar free candies,
Raspberry Truffles, Peanut
Butter cups and even, sugar
free ice cream.
“We bake everything
daily, so everything we have
is fresh,” she says.
In the storefront,
there are an array of gifts
and specialty items from
which to choose including
antiques, Polish pottery and
other keepsakes. If you’re
looking for a delicious sauce
to add to the menu at home,
Bonnie’s favorite is the
Smokey Pecan Barbeque
Sauce. Or to add something
tasty to bagel crisps or
crackers, try the Pecan
Pepper Jelly. Both will have
you wanting more.
Bonnie remarks the
growth in the city has been
tremendously positive to her
business. “We are a mom
and pop bakery,” she says.
“I think that’s what people
like about coming here.”
The bakery employs
a group of talented women
who all interact closely
together. “We’re like a
family,” shares Bonnie. “The
girls do a lot of baking in the
morning. We all share in the
responsibilities.”
Texas Pecan Candy
accommodates any need
or special occasion. They
welcome corporate orders
for any size of business and
regularly make gift baskets
for birthdays, anniversaries,
and other special occasions.
“I love to do everything,”
says Bonnie enthusiastically.
Bonnie takes pride
that she is able to offer all
her homemade goodies
at very reasonable prices.
Even if you desire to send
out-of-town relatives some
of Bonnie’s kitchen delights,
she and her team will have
everything wrapped and
shipped right from the store.
“We put everything together
and do it all for you,” she
says.
As Bonnie reflects
on the success of her
store, she humbly asserts
the many blessings she
has in her life. “What is the
reward? I love the people
here. I love our neighbors
like Abel’s next door.
We’re surrounded by good
people,” she describes.
“And I love what I do. For
me, I would rather sell
quality than quantity. That’s
what we’re all about. And
that’s what makes us so
special.”
Bonnie’s Texas
Pecan Candy & Gifts is
located at 17605 IH-35 N
Schertz, TX 78154. Hours
are Monday-Saturday 10
AM - 6 PM, Sunday 12:30
- 6 PM. Call (210) 651-5754
for more information.

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Tucked away along
the scenic stretch of Schertz
Parkway is a place, which
inspires both creativity and
logic. It is a skill as well as a
craft, enjoyed equally by the
novice artist as well as the
most seasoned professional.
Owner, Anita
Schmitt, opened a stained
glass art studio in Schertz in
August 2007. “When you get
ready to open a business,
it’s scary; but now, after two
years, I’m still going strong,”
she joyfully shares.
Displayed along
her studio are stained glass
windows, clocks, birdcages,
butterflies, a lamp, a
portrait of someone’s dog,
abstracts, and diverse
geometric patterns.
“Everything has a history;
everything has a story,” she
says.
A love of stained glass
Her introduction
to stained glass artistry
happened six years ago
while she was living in San
Antonio. She took a class
at Randolph Air Force Base
when the art drew her in.
“The rest was self taught,”
she says. Eventually, she
began teaching on base
at the Arts & Craft Center.
After several years, she
made a pivotal decision. “I
decided if I’m going to work
this hard, I’m going to work
for myself.”
Everything Anita
does is done from scratch.
BY NICOLE OCHOA
The Art of
Stained Glass
Anything Goes
With Glass
“Every piece of glass is
cut separately for that
distinct pattern,” she says.
If a customer is looking
for a particular stained
glass design for a special
occasion, Anita will do a
commissioned piece. “A
lot of what I do is custom
work,” she adds.
Now, Anita
teaches in her own studio.
New classes are offered
monthly to the community.
Students learn how to
create their very own
stained glass. By the end
of class, students take
home an 8x10 finished
piece. While an average
class is well priced at $45,
Anita says she encourages
her students to bring
materials from home to
use on their projects to
save on extra material
costs.
“You don’t have to
have an art background,”
she says. “Everything is
traced. Anybody can do
it.” Only four students
are accepted per class
in order to create an
optimum environment for
learning. “Our classes are
almost always full,” warns
Anita. “It’s a fun class. My
students have become my
friends.”
Her demographic
doesn’t solely cater to
women. Men love the
art of stained glass too;
mostly for two reasons.
“It’s very linear and they
can use tools,” she details. Anita, where the two have
At first glance, become great friends,
it may look some-what as well as fellow artists.
complex; but each stage of “She has a true love
putting a design together for glass,” says Anita.
presents itself as a different “We complement each
craft. The first step is other because we put it
drawing. The second is the together in two different
cutting of glass. Then, a and distinct ways.”
process of soldering. And Anita’s engaging
finally, the completion of a and personable
visually invigorating finished demeanor attests to her
look. passion for art; and in
particular, stained glass.
An Artists’ Touch
From the moment you
“It’s what I do and
enter the quaint studio,
what I enjoy,” expresses
it is filled with art and
Anita. It’s not uncommon to
life; a tribute to the craft
hear from people who enjoy
itself and the people who
stained glass art describe
spend countless hours
it as a very calming hobby.
creating it.
“It’s a destressor,” Anita
Anything Goes
says. “You lose yourself in
with Glass is a place to
the work.”
go and be inspired. With
As for why she
a multitude of vibrant
does it, she says it’s
colors illuminating the
because it works for her
glass windows and bare
personality. “I’ve done
walls, its iridescent glow
practically every craft,” she
of aesthetics and calming
says. “This is my favorite.”
frequency can only be
What are Anita’s
referred to as simply a
plans for the future? Well,
one-of-a-kind “ART.”
she certainly isn’t going
Anything Goes
anywhere for a while. “I
with Glass is located at
have huge plans for the
414 Schertz Parkway,
future,” she exclaims
Schertz, Texas 78154.
proudly. Perhaps, we might
Visit Anita at her studio
be seeing an art center and
from Tuesday-Friday from
gallery in the future? We’ll
10am-6pm; Saturdays
just have to wait and see.
from 9am-2pm or contact
Another talented
her at 210-658-8887.
artist, Suzanne Sturch, has
been a seasoned stained
glass artist for fifteen years.
She displays her colorful
work in the shop alongside
The Beauty of
Indulgence:
Cyndi’s Salon
& Spa BY SANDRA CLEARY
AND NICOLE OCHOA
F
February 2007 marked
the grand opening of
Cyndi’s Salon & Spa
with a party at Garcia’s
Mexican Restaurant in
Schertz. Cyndi Vandeloo
opened her salon after a
six month renovation of
the old blue real estate
office at the corner of
Elbel and Borgfeld Road.
Now, as she celebrates
their second anniversary
in 2009, Cyndi reflects
on her success with
enthusiasm as she and
her team have been on
an incredible journey
together, and, as she
points out, it’s only the
beginning.
Beauty & Brains
Running and playing on
the beaches of Rockport
everyday, Cyndi dreamed
of helping women look
pretty. She, herself, loved
painting her toenails,
fingernails, and styling her
hair like the movie stars.
Like most young girls
who fall madly in love
at a young age, she
married her high school
sweetheart and moved
to San Antonio. After the
birth of their daughter,
Erin, her marriage began
to fall apart. Soon she
found herself divorced,
in a strange city, with a
small baby to care for.
With sheer determination,
she enrolled in Beauty
College.
In no time at all, she
graduated and opened
her first small shop in
San Antonio, with one
hair station, and one
nail station, near Trinity
University.
Cyndi didn’t have much
free time, but on one
occasion when she
managed to have a night
out, she met Brian. It
wasn’t long before they
were married and quickly
started a family. She and
Brian decided to move to
Schertz in 1999 to raise
their family. They were
soon blessed with a set
of twins: a boy, Zack, and
a girl named Zoe. A few
years later, Cyndi knew it
was time again. With the
support of friends and
family, she made the leap
and opened a new salon in
Schertz.
Lights, Camera, Action
Cyndi’s Salon & Spa was
featured on the Style
Network, channel 65,
on January 3, 2009. The
reality show, Split Ends,
was filmed for one week
in September. Cyndi
was initially surprised
and flattered to hear the
news that her salon was
chosen to be featured
on the popular reality
series. Show executives
immediately flew stylist,
Lee Stafford, from London
to Cyndi’s Salon where he
swapped roles with stylist,
Leslie Howard. As Cyndi
candidly describes, it was
an experience no one
might have expected or
hoped for.
“When you think of the
public coming in to see
your life, that can be a scary
thing,” she says. However,
Cyndi agrees it was a lifetime
opportunity and one she
couldn’t pass up. “It was
an honor and a learning
experience,” she says.” But
it was also an experience we
probably wouldn’t ever do
again.”
Perhaps one reason for
her response attributes to
the continuous excitement
catering to the cliche- of
reality TV…drama, drama,
and more drama. Lee
Stafford, with his thick
English accent was an
absolute surprise, admits
Cyndi. While she describes
him as a charming man, she
says his arrogant manner
did take its toll in rude antics
and even went as far as to
make one of her stylists cry.
“A lot of that is made for TV
drama,” she says. However,
Cyndi’s Salon & Spa held
its own, with a level of
distinction that has garnered
her success year after year.
“We had fun, we all learned
something new, and it was
an experience we won’t ever
forget!”
Full Circle
To say it all happened easily
would not be the case. As
an entrepreneur, Cyndi has
experienced it all. From
its beginning stages, she
overcame all the challenges
of starting a new business.
Today, the quaint and cozy
salon is filled with familiar
and inviting faces, and a
vast and loyal clientele who
enjoy the ambience and
professionalism Cyndi’s has
become known for. “When
you walk in, you feel like
family,” shares Cyndi. “It’s
always very rewarding
for me to see my clients
come in day after day and
hear the positive feedback
they give to us. It’s just a
wonderful place to be.”
While Cyndi doesn’t divulge
an exact time, she does
say she plans to expand
the salon in the near future.
“We’re already starting
to outgrow things now,”
she admits. “We just keep
growing!”
On any given day, if you
happen to glance at the
pretty yellow house on
FM 3009 with all the cars
parked in front, you could
say her determination has
definitely paid off!
Cyndi’s Salon & Spa
invites you to indulge in
the finest of beauty and
spa treatments. From
hair services to color
enhancement, waxing,
make-up, massage
therapy and premiere spa
treatments, Cyndi’s is
waiting to pamper all your
senses!
They are located at 800
FM 3009 in Schertz. To
schedule an appointment,
call 210-566-7786 or for
more information, visit
www.cyndisalon.com
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Refreshing Facial
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 Romance draws in Bud & Bloom
as Valentine’s Day
What is Valentine’s Day
without flowers? Send
quickly approaches… a beautiful bouquet of
roses to say “I love you.”
so don’t delay plans Choose amongst the
with your loved one. gorgeous arrangements
named appropriately for
Take advantage this LOVEly occasion. It
of all Schertz has
may be the Perfect Love
Bouquet; The Tempting
to offer and treat Tulips, 24 Radiant
Roses or another
your Valentine to an aesthetically romantic
unforgettable night flower bouquet that will
leave her spellbound.
of romance and Don’t forget the teddy
entertainment. Choose
bear and chocolates as
well! Visit online www.
amongst a cozy dinner budandbloomflowers.
com to view more
for two, breathtaking Valentine’s Day specials
bouquets of flowers or come into the store
located at 1420 Schertz
and long-stemmed Parkway. For more
red roses, chocolate
information or to place
your order, call (210)
covered strawberries, 658-9600.

a quiet overnight
getaway for two.
This is our official
pick for the most
unforgettable
Valentine’s
celebration yet.
Atrium Inn Hotel
Surprise the one you love with a
romantic night at the Atrium Inn
located conveniently off IH-35 in
Schertz. This cozy and recently
renovated hotel tailors to your
privacy and convenience with
private rooms, complimentary
continental breakfast, a heated
pool and hot tub. It’s the perfect
“home away from home” getaway
with the one you love. To make
reservations, call (210) 651-4220
or visit www.atriuminnhotel.com.
Texas Pecan Candy
Do you have a sweet
tooth? This is truly one of
Schertz’s hidden treasures.
Bonnie and her team
spend every morning
baking fresh and delicious
candies and baked
goods. With Valentine’s
approaching, pamper your
special someone with the
tasty aromas of pecan candies,
freshly baked cookies; and my
personal favorite, chocolate
covered strawberries. Gift
baskets are available. What are
you waiting for? Texas Pecan
Candy is located at 17605 IH-
35N. To place an order, call (210)
651-5754 or visit them online at
www.texaspecancandy.com.

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 Win a wonderful Valentine’s Day
giveaway with an assortment
of prizes.
Email your entries to events@schertz.com
by Tuesday, February 10th. Title the
subject line: Valentine’s Giveaway.
The drawing will take place on
Wednesday, February 11th.

Kowloon Chinese Restaurant

It may not be your traditional Valentine’s dinner, but a
night out at Kowloon will surely leave your taste buds
wanting more. The intimate ambiance and décor is
highlighted by the peaceful waters of an indoor pond.
Kowloon is known for celebrating every special occasion
in style. Valentine’s is no exception. The main dining
room will host a special set dinner menu and a Elvis
Rock Show will entertain throughout the evening. Call
ahead for reservations at (210) 659-9398. The restaurant
is located at 950 FM 78 in Schertz.

Bloom & Bridal Co

Surprise your Valentine’s sweetheart with a beautiful
flower arrangement created by a professional floral
designer. They emphasize a thorough knowledge
of flowers and the joy they bring to any special
occasion. Bloom & Bridal caters to women on their
special day. Surprise the one you love with a floral
bouquet made to perfection. Arrangements start at
only $15 and up. Bloom & Bridal Co. is located at
916 Roy Richard Dr. Visit the store online at www.
bloomandbridal.com or to place your order call
(210) 659-3404.

Hampton Inn & Suites Schertz

This well known intimate inn is known for their spacious
accommodations and lovely suites. The Hampton Inn asks
you to come indulge in the moment. If you are looking for
romance, a little time away for privacy to spend time with
your special love, Hampton Inn & Suites will make that dream
come true. Visit them online at www.hamptoninn.com or for
reservations call (210) 566-6110. They are located at 17702
IH-35 North.

Happy Valentine’s Day

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She’s spunky

S
...but perhaps, more
importantly, she’s a truly
selfless and compassionate
individual who is making
a difference in the lives of
countless
c ountless children today.
These
T hese children, from
newborns
n ewborns to toddlers,
adolescents
a dolescents and teenagers,
have been emotionally
and physically traumatized
beyond comprehension.
They are children who have
lived in fear, suffered through
heartache and possess very
little hope or happiness. Yet,
you ask, who protects this
child that is unable to defend
itself; and one woman’s
response is simply, “Here I
am.” That woman is Zenobia
Coverson, founder and CEO
of The Forgotten Child since
1989.

The Forgotten Child is a local

grassroots organization run
by all volunteers that seek to
serve abused and neglected
children taken into protective
custody in Bexar County.
They provide necessities for
kids including food, clothing,
furniture, school supplies and
personal items.

A local real estate broker

in Schertz for many years,
Zenobia has dedicated the
last nineteen years to a
philanthropic endeavor that is
very close to her heart. “After
a while seeing what these
children have gone through, it
cuts into your soul,” Zenobia
says. As she embarks on
the 20th anniversary of The
Forgotten Child this year,
she says her mission would
not be possible without the
BY NICOLE OCHOA tremendous support she
Forgotten Child, Inc.
Zenobia Coverson, Founder and CEO
and opinionated...
receives from volunteers to
monetary donations of so
many wonderful and caring
individuals.
A Commitment to Kids
It began one Saturday when
Zenobia was invited to visit
a children’s shelter with a
friend. There, she met nine-
year-old Virginia. “Virginia
was a prostitute,” she says.
“Her little body paid for the
family’s cocaine addiction.”
Zenobia connected with
Virginia that day. Every
Saturday following that day
she would visit the children
bringing donations from
friends, family and neighbors
that included food, clothing,
toys, furniture and more.
Spending countless
hours talking to the
children brought a clear
understanding and yet
inconceivable reality that
marked a true mission
in Zenobia’s life. She
shares the heartbreak
of seeing children who
have undergone abuse
and neglect, now living in
cramped quarters, where
many use the same towels
to bathe, and there is limited
activity if any. “I couldn’t
imagine children going
through this,” says Zenobia.
Zenobia incorporated a
“back to school” project in
an effort to provide school
supplies, clothing, socks
and shoes, pants and
hygiene products.
Making a Difference
“Each child has a different
story to tell,” she says. A
few years ago, Zenobia met
a little boy named Robert
through Child Protective
Services. Robert was an
at risk child in the court
system who seemed lost
and insecure. He didn’t
want to attend school
because he didn’t have any
shoes. “If the kids don’t
have nice clothes, they
don’t want to go to school.
If they don’t go to school,
they’ll most likely drop out,”
she explains. Because of
Robert, Zenobia began
making gift bags for kids in
the court system. In addition
to clothing, she added
games and toys to keep
their minds occupied and
hopefully, optimistic.
Inside the San Antonio
Children’s Court, kids stay in
a new open area decorated
in bright colors and filled
with stuffed animals,
games and a caring staff.
“When they walk in, they’re
naturally scared, they don’t
know what to expect,”
acknowledges Zenobia. “If
you give them something,
they ask; what do I have
to do for this?” Judges
Richard Garcia, Charles
Montemayor and Peter
Sakai oversee hundreds
of cases involving these
children. “It takes a special
person to do this everyday.
They are the greatest of
men to me,” Zenobia says.
Each month, the court holds
mass adoptions with up to
fifty kids present at a time.
“We make a party for the
children afterwards,” shares
Zenobia. “However, they
still carry a certain amount
of resentment about being
adopted, but we tell them
nobody is going to hurt you,
beat you up or make you a
prostitute.”
Judge Garcia endearingly
refers to Zenobia as “the
bag lady,” as she and other
volunteers deliver over thirty
comfort bags to girls and boys
of all ages in family court each
month. “A child may come
into the court crying, but when
they are handed a bag of gifts,
it brings a smile to their face
reminding them they haven’t
been forgotten,” says Judge
Garcia. During the holidays,
Zenobia and her team of
volunteers gather bags of gifts
for the children. Last Easter,
kids were surprised with over
1,200 baskets of goodies;
and on Thanksgiving, more
than 400-boxed dinners were
delivered to Child Protective
Services, courts and shelters.
“There is always so much to
be done, but if we don’t do it,
who will?” she states.
Not to be Forgotten
In her home office, Zenobia
displays numerous awards
and certificates of appreciation
acknowledging the work she
has done over the years. In
September 2007, Zenobia
was featured in an ad for Red
McCombs. “The McCombs
family has been an integral
part of our organization for
the past fifteen years,” she
says. Through their generosity,
they’ve donated Christmas
gifts and Easter baskets,
clothing and school supplies.
Another significant contributor
is Bill Greehey, CEO of Valero
Energy, who lends his hand to
help an important cause. When
Zenobia needed the money to
buy hundreds of bicycles for the
kids during Christmas, without
a moment to spare Greehey
donated $10,000. “These are
genuine people who have
stayed involved in our efforts
and are a true blessing to us,”
she adds. This past November,
the Northside Rotary Club
held a charity golf tournament
benefitting The Forgotten Child.
Other gracious contributions
come from churches and
philanthropic causes.
In 2007, The Forgotten Child
collected over $100,000
in donations and helped
approximately 3,500 children.
Countless people contribute to
the mission of the organization.
“What we do is not on a small
scale. It’s a lot of work,” she
says. “But we can’t stop here.”
In the future, Zenobia’s goal
is to create a HOPE building
where children can come to a
clean facility, find support and
tutoring, and no longer worry
about anyone on the street
bothering them. As for why
Zenobia continues year after
year to strive towards fulfilling
the mission of The Forgotten
Child, her answer seems
effortless. “This is what God has
called me to do,” she says. “And
it is what I will continue to do to
give hope and love to children
who deserve it most.” Zenobia
devotes her cause to hundreds
of suffering children to ensure
no matter what; they will not be
forgotten.
If you’d like to volunteer your
time, contact Zenobia at (210)
658-2625.
 GRIDIRON HEROES
SCORE ONE FOR
HOPE

G
Across the country millions of football fans gather
together to watch their beloved heroes of the gridiron
battle for supremacy. It is a tradition that is held sacred for
many. But it is also a tradition that is not without its share
of tragedy, as many are injured – often severely – as the
titans take to the field.
Thankfully, for Schertz-based Gridiron Heroes
Spinal Cord Injury Foundation, the tragedy that occurs
on the football field is lined with hope, as the organization
works to provide long-term resources and support to
individuals sustaining catastrophic spinal cord injury
through activities associated with high school football.
It is a mission that founder and director, Eddie
Canales holds closer than a running back trying to break a
tackle. It is one that is founded on his passion for his son,
Chris.
On November 2, 2001, Chris Canales, a senior
defensive back playing for San Marcos Baptist Academy,
sustained a spinal cord injury during the fourth quarter
of his final regular season game. Chris lay motionless
on the field for 19 minutes. The next three weeks, Chris
fought for his life. The following months he battled through
rehabilitation trying to gain movement and learning how
to function as a quadriplegic. Chris’ injury and the lack of
any organized support system for families prompted his
father, Eddie, the Canales family, and former coach Mike
Kipp to begin discussions about the desperate need for an
organization for families who were forced to deal with the
consequences of this devastating injury.
In November 2002, Chris and Eddie were in
attendance at the Texas 3A State Championship football members Kyle Chandler, Aimee Teegarden, Drew Waters,
game in the Alamodome, in San Antonio. There they Liz Mikel, and Brad Leland. Each came to show his and her
witnessed another spinal cord injury. This time it was support for an organization that has shown its support for their
Everman defensive back, Corey Fulbright. Chris turned program.
to his Dad and said, “We need to go and help them. I The event was a great success, raising several
know what he (Corey) is going to go through, and you thousand dollars for the charity and new awareness of the
know what the family will have to go through.” Inspired charity. The event took place at the Santikos Palladium IMAX
by the compassion of Chris, Eddie and Mike Kipp formed and drew a sell out audience of over 400 guests. Media from
Gridiron Heroes Spinal Cord Injury Foundation. Articles of all over Schertz, San Antonio and the surrounding area came
Incorporation were filed in February 2003, and a 501(C) 3 to report on the festivities.
Tax exempt status was obtained in May of the same year. The mid-January event was a wonderful way to
Receiving calls from other states has shown a spread the message Gridiron Heroes advocates. It will help
need for the work that is being done. Gridiron Heroes has catapult the organization to bigger events over the coming
taken steps towards helping others nationwide. There have years.
been others who suffered this similar injury in the past. With the respect of Hollywood and the support of
Over the past several years, the Gridiron Heroes the public, Gridiron Heroes will continue on its mission to aid
organization has aligned itself with high-powered those who are often forgotten. It is something that Canales
Hollywood talent, who have taken to the organization’s nearly a decade ago decided to do, and will continue to serve.
message of hope and strength. Support has come from all
areas of the media, including, NBC’s Friday Night Lights, For more information on Gridiron Heroes, contact Eddie
which agreed to a red carpet screening of its new season Canales at (210) 849-9250.
in January.
The red carpet screening of NBC’s critically-
acclaimed program Friday Night Lights attracted cast BY MARIO OCHOA
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 6 Most Important Factors
Almost as important as the
A
act of exercise itself are
those three little words I
know you’ve heard before…
location, location, location!
When looking for the perfect
spot to meet your fitness
goals, consider these six
important components:
Sense of Structure
The simple act of driving to
the gym almost automatically
makes you treat it with the
importance of an errand.
Between cell phones,
computers, and 200 plus
channels on T.V., working out
at home has become even
less appealing. On the drive
there, you can use time to
mentally orient yourself and
prepare for a great workout.
Experts
If you’re not an exercise or
fitness professional, take
advantage of the great
service of considerable
knowledge that comes
from the certified trainers in
your gym. If you have any
questions at all--whether
When Choosing a Gym
you’re running on the
treadmill properly, hoisting
the correct amount of
resistance, or even how
many times a week you
should be doing your
workout--the trainer is the
person to ask. Make sure
you check that your trainer
has nationally-recognized
certification. Not all
certifications are created
equal.
Price
Every fitness center has
a different price. In San
Antonio alone, you can
buy a $12 membership or
one for $115. What’s the
difference? That depends
on who you ask. Some
offer pools and high-tech
equipment, amenities that
are more costly to provide.
What matters to you should
be your first consideration.
Do you swim, play
racquetball or tennis? Do
you like to exercise in a
class with others? Do you
want the best equipment
in the industry? Do you like
a big facility or a more intimate
one? What can you afford
monthly? Remember, you pay
the monthly fee, therefore,
you need to be in a place that
makes you happy and helps
you achieve your goals!
Community
Having an exercise buddy
definitely helps. If you go to
the gym on a consistent basis,
you’ll come across people
who regularly exercise at the
same time as you. You might
not have the same specific
exercise goals, but you are
there for the same purpose.
This can be helpful in getting
you focused, and keeping you
from distracting your own mind
with the usual mental clutter
that tends to build up during
the day.
Equipment
Oddly enough, it may be the
most overlooked part of a
club when taking a tour for
the first time. If it’s clean, most
people just accept it. There
are currently four big name
manufacturers who supply the
majority of fitness equipment
to all clubs in the world. Even
the equipment they offered
four years ago was based on
out-dated exercise science,
so there can be some major
limitations to a club with 4-
8 year old equipment. Ask
your salesperson when the
equipment was purchased, do
a little research online and by
all means, sit on the machine
and try it for yourself.
Atmosphere
When you walk in do you feel
comfortable? One of the most
common reasons people stop
using their fitness club is,
that they’re not comfortable.
Do the other members have
similar fitness goals to you?
Do you actually WANT to
exercise when you walk in?
Is the staff courteous and
friendly? It may seem like a
small consideration but it can
have a BIG impact on your
success or failure.
Enjoy your workout!
John Cedio-GM, CPT
210.566.4511
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 What’s My Code:
Schertz Residents Struggle with Identity
Expanding its boundaries
as population has steadily
increased in recent years, the
City of Schertz has outgrown
its 78154 ZIP code.
It’s not a big problem. Unless
you’re a homeowner paying
for homeowner’s insurance.
Or you take for granted that
the City easily collects all of
its franchise fees from various
service providers, not to
mention its sales tax rebates
from the State. Or unless
you’re trying to vote and your
ZIP code suggests you live in
one town when you actually
live in another.
Between the 2000 and 2005
Census, Schertz jumped
from 18,694 residents to
26,463. Since then, the City
has grown to approximately
35,000 residents. In the
process, naturally, the City has
expanded its geographical
area. it has come to pass that
about one-third of Schertz
residents now have ZIP codes
for New Braunfels (78132),
Cibolo (78108) or Marion
(78124).
Schertz City Manager Don
Taylor said the resulting
confusions are costing the
City money and aggravation.
Taylor said he is working with
U.S. Congressman Henry
Cuellar to reach some kind
of accommodation with the
United States Postal Service
(USPS).
“They’ve got to do
something,” Taylor said.
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“It certainly isn’t working.
People are raising heck.”
From time to time, Taylor
said, sales taxes due
to the City have been
misdirected because the
State Comptroller’s Office
disburses the money based
on ZIP codes. Moreover,
because of the confusion,
if a business lists their
address on their sales tax
identification applications
based on the zip code, it
further complicates the issue.
“It causes a ripple in your
sales tax collections,” Taylor
said. “The Comptroller’s
Office, when they catch it,
they make the correction.”
But the Comptroller’s Office
has to catch it first. Though
the imbalances are ultimately
corrected when one city
receives sales tax rebates
due to another city, Taylor
said, it’s one more problem
that could be solved by
somehow mapping ZIP
codes more tightly with
cities.
Taylor said the USPS has
refused the City’s request
to place the entire Schertz
city limits within the 78154
ZIP code, citing the present
arrangement’s efficiency for
postal delivery.
Now, Taylor said, he is
attempting to have the
USPS stamp “Schertz” on
all mail delivered in the city,
regardless the ZIP code.
Taylor said he expects a
decision from the USPS
within 60 days after the start
of 2009.
“It’s a work in progress,” said
City Secretary Brenda Dennis.
The USPS instituted ZIP
codes in 1963, attaching a
five-number code to each
post office where mail is
sorted and from which mail
carriers are dispatched to
make deliveries (ZIP stands
for “Zoning Improvement
Plan.”). As the USPS expands
its service and builds
additional post offices, it
seeks to avoid over-lapping its
own boundaries, rather than
fit within various city limits.
While the USPS determines
ZIP codes for its use, other
entities have found them a
convenient means for their
own purposes. Insurance
companies, marketers,
state agencies, statisticians,
researchers and other private
concerns use ZIP codes to
define boundaries, determine
cost centers and establish
actuarial tables.
The result is widespread
confusion. Taylor said he has
heard of customers finding
problems using credit cards
because, for example, the
account holder might have
a Schertz address with
Cibolo’s 78108 ZIP code.
Under the same type of
circumstance, a customer
might be delayed in
receiving a package from a
private carrier.
The Nov. 4 election turned
up additional trouble.
Schertz residents in the
78132 ZIP code (New
Braunfels) voted in the
Comal County election.
But Taylor said he heard
accounts that some of
those residents were
unable to vote on Schertz
City Charter Amendments
because their information
indicated, by ZIP code,
they were New Braunfels
residents. Residents in
the Northcliffe/Scenic Hills
area were unable to vote
on Schertz City Charter
Amendments because poll
workers refused to allow
residents to vote with
a Cibolo address even
though they are residents
of Schertz.
Unfair insurance rates
raise a substantial
concern. For example, the
City of Schertz, because
of its diligence in building
fire and police stations,
has an ISO grade of
three on a scale of ten,
with one being the top
grade. However, some
Schertz residents who live
outside of the 78154 ZIP
code aren’t receiving that
benefit from insurance
companies that use the
postal codes to assess
risk. Insurance companies
say every drop of one
point is worth a reduction
of approximately five-
percent in homeowner’s
insurance rates.
“People are losing money on
their insurance rates,” Taylor
said. “There’s no reason for it.”
The appropriation of
ZIP codes besides their
intended uses for the USPS
could also carry intangible
consequences. The New York
Times ran a piece in April
2007 discussing the addition
of two ZIP codes, 10065
and 10075, in New York’s
exclusive Upper East Side.
Mail recipients in those areas
were drawn from the 10021
ZIP code, losing the prestige
that came with it.
“In Schertz, it’s not just about
ZIP code prestige, it’s about
being part of a community,
says Assistant City Manager
David Harris. “We, like other
cities residents, want to feel
proud about being Schertz
Residents.”
The City and its people just
want their lives to make a little
more sense. If the City can’t
get all of its residents under
one ZIP code, then it might
do the trick to at least have
“Schertz” stamped next to the
ZIP code on all mail delivered
within the City.
“We think that’s going
to eliminate a lot of the
problems,” Taylor said.
BY
BRAD E. BAILEY
Wilenchik’s Walk:
Marching Towards a
Cure for Cancer
By Brad E. Bailey
In early 2007 City of Schertz
employees decided that it was
time to develop a program
to encourage residents to
participate and raise funds for
cancer research. “So many
of our co-workers and friends
have been afflicted by this
disease,” explained organizer
Kim Lewinski. “We just want do
our part to honor loved ones who
have passed away and support
our family members and friends
like Tony Wilenchik who need
experimental research to help
keep them in the fight.”
“Wilenchik’s Walk for Life was
formed with the singular goal
of raising money for Cancer
research. Join the City of
Schertz and Cancer Therapy &
Research Center (CTRC) of San
Antonio for Wilenchik’s Walk for
Life on March 7, 2009. Benefiting
the CTRC, Wilenchik’s Walk is
the premier fundraiser for cancer
research in the Schertz area.
The 5K Walk begins at the
Schertz Public Library (608
Schertz Parkway) and proceeds
up Schertz Pkwy to Savannah
Drive and loops back to the
Library for Fun, Entertainment,
and Recognition of Cancer
survivors. Sponsors, volunteers,
donations, and teams are currently
being sought! Registration
information for individuals and
teams is available online at www.
schertz.com.
Learn more about the mission of
CTRC at www.ctrc.net
MARCH 7, 2009
Rain or Shine
REGISTRATION: Schertz Public
Library: 7:00 AM
Walk Begins: 8:30 AM
Conclusion: 11:00 AM
Early-Registration Fee
by February 20, 2009
18 and up ~ $15.00
13-17 ~ $5.00
12 and under FREE
Registration Fee
After February 20, 2009
18 and up ~ $20.00
13-17 ~ $10.00
12 and under FREE
For further questions:
210-619-1017
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 TALK OF THE
TOWN Adopt a Pig at the
Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin, Police Chief Stephen
Starr and members of the Schertz City Council
recognized Esther Mendoza and Special Projects
Officer Shawn Ceeko of the Schertz Police
Department for outstanding service to the Schertz
Schertz Public Library Community as Co-coordinators of the 2008 Blue
Santa program.
The Schertz Public Library kicked-off its New Year’s
Resolution with a bank….a piggy-bank that is. In
conjunction with Capitol One Bank of Schertz, library
staff and volunteers have started distributing 600 piggy
banks as part of its ongoing campaign to raise $2 million
for furnishings and other expenses associated with the
construction of the new Schertz Public Library to be
located at 798 Schertz Pkwy.

According to Library Director Gail Douglas, “We are giving

the piggies to people who will agree to feed them pennies
(other coins are also acceptable).” Once their pig is full,
the adoptive family can visit the Capital One Bank at 6019
FM 3009, empty the pig into the change counter and take
the receipt to a teller who will deposit the money into the
Schertz Library Account.

Adoptive families can then take their deposit receipt back Chief Stephen Starr (Far Left) and Mayor Hal Baldwin (Far Right)
to the library and enter a drawing for a chance to win a present Esther Mendoza and Shawn Ceeko (center) certificates of
U.S. Savings Bond. Of course there is no prohibition appreciation for coordinating Blue Santa of Schertz 2008.
about filling the pig more than once. In point of fact, each
time the pig is filled, the receipt can be submitted for the
drawing. Adoptive family can also enter the “Best Name”
for your pig contest and earn an additional opportunity
to win a Savings bond. “The great thing is the adoptive
family gets and opportunity to support the library and they
get to keep the pig!” said Douglas.

$6 million of the $8 million price tag for the construction

and outfitting of the new library was approved by voters in
May 2006 following a $1 million donation by Garden Ridge
founder Mark White. Subsequently, Library Director Gail
Douglas, working with a team of volunteers, set about the
task of raising the additional $1 million to complete the
project. As of December 31, 2008, over $500,000 towards
the goal has been raised.

The new Schertz Public Library is tentatively scheduled

to open in May after a six-week transition from the
existing library located just next door. “We have to move
computers, books, files, and everything else,” explained
Schertz Librarian Melissa Uhlhorn

The Adopt a Pig contest continues through March 31,

2009. For more information about the adoption program,
contact at Gail Douglas at 619-1700. Or, just stop by the
library at 608 Schertz Pkwy and adopt your very own pig.

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 Schertz Blue Santa
Organizers Recognized
All told, Medoza and Ceeko helped to raise over $8,000 and
collected tons of toys from local businesses to help 102 children
and provide more than 41 families with a Happy Christmas.
DC Morgan, President of the Buffalo Valley Lions Club along
with Eddie Williams and Mark Williams presents a check for
$1000 to Ofc. Shawn Ceeko for the Schertz Blue Santa 2008
program.
DC Morgan, President of the Buffalo Valley Lions Club along with
Eddie Williams and Mark Williams presents a check for $1000 to Ofc.
Shawn Ceeko for the Schertz Blue Santa 2008 program.
Among the major contributors to this year’s effort were Wal-
Mart of Schertz which contributed $1,500 to the program and
the Buffalo Valley Lions Club who helped out with a $1,000
dontation.
Congratulations to Mendoza and Ceeko for a job well done!
Thunderbird Club
Donates Toys
to Schertz EMS
The South Texas Thunderbird Club made
a donation of stuffed animals to the City
of Schertz’s EMS office to be given out
to comfort children riding in ambulances.
“We just want to do our part to help comfort
children and families during times of need,”
said Thunderbird Club President Marilyn
Paliani, “[S]ometimes a little stuffed animal
is exactly what a kid needs.” Paramedics
Todd Kaiser and Daniel Sturdevant were on
hand to accept the donations from Marilyn
Paliani.
Thunderbirds: Marilyn Paliani presents EMS Director
Dudley Wait and Schertz EMS Personnel with stuffed
animals for children
Esther Mendoza and Shawn Ceeko, Co-Coordinators of
Blue Santa Schertz receive a check for $1,500 from Wal-
Mart Asst. Manager Barbara Shakar and Loss Prevention
Manager Chris White
Esther Mendoza and Shawn Ceeko, Co-Coordinators of Blue Santa
Schertz receive a check for $1,500 from Wal-Mart Asst. Manager
Barbara Shakar and Loss Prevention Manager Chris White.
Mendoza and Ceeko on behalf of the Schertz PD thanked
everyone who helped make the Schertz Blue Santa
program a wonderful success. “The overwhelming
kindness and generosity of the citizens and businesses
was amazing,” said Mendoza.
Duct-tivities Returns to Library
The Duct Club returns during the
month of February!
Stop by the Children’s Room of the Schertz Public Library
every Saturday in February around 3 pm to participate in some
super sticky duct tape activities featuring the vibrant colors of
Duck Tape ® brand tape. We will show you just how easy it
is to make Duck ® Tape fabric that will hopefully inspire you
to make new creations on your own. So come learn to make
new and handy objects from this super sticky all purpose tape
as well as share something you may have made at home. For
more information contact Nicki Stohr, Youth Services Librarian
at (210) 617-1700 or by email at librarian@schertz.com.
To enter your event or announcement
in Talk of the Town,
email your entry to events@schertz.com
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 TALK OF THE
TOWN
Schertz Soccer Complex
to Serve Central
& South Texas

Leaders hope the city’s purchase of a

massive soccer complex will offer recreational
opportunities to thousands of children and
help secure Schertz’s place as the San
Antonio area’s premier municipality.

In October, the Schertz City Council
approved spending $675,000 to buy
the Soccer, Texas complex on Maske
Road. The facility, previously owned
by the San Antonio Metropolitan
Youth Soccer Institute, includes 14
regulation-size soccer fields on 42
acres.
The complex’s purchase “is a
magnificent acquisition,” said Schertz
City Manager Don Taylor. “And when
it is combined with the continued
development of other sporting facilities
within the City, the new library,
the new recreation center and the
ongoing acquisition of new parklands
catapoults us in the right direction. The
future is bright here -- the sun truly
shines radiantly on Schertz.”
After they are renovated over the
winter, the fields will be leased to and
managed by the newly formed
Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance,
made up of the San Antonio Youth
Soccer Association of Texas, the
Greater Randolph Area Youth
Soccer Association and the Lions
Club soccer program. The Buffalo
Valley Youth Association flag
football program also plans to use
the new facility during the fall.
Outsourcing management will
save the city tens of thousands
of dollars a year in personnel and
maintenance costs, said George
Logan, the City’s Parks and
Recreation Director.
Council Member Michael
Carpenter, a proponent of the
project explained that Schertz
“[S]tands at a critical crossroads
in its development. Decisions we
make today, like the purchase of
the soccer complex, will determine
whether this city is the premier city
in the San Antonio metropolitan
area or simply another name
in a collection of land-locked
municipalities.
Said, Logan, “We intend to put a
lot of work into making these fields
perfect. Also, we want people to
remember Schertz for the number
of fields available for tournaments,
but also for the quality we intend to
maintain.”
Regular use of the new and
improved fields will commence in
February. Stay up to speed on this
project and other parks projects in
Schertz at www.schertzmagazine.
com.

Cici’s Pizza Rebate Night

for Boy Scout Troop 51
Boy Scout Troop 51 of Schertz celebrated
their Winter Court of Honor held December
17th at the Schertz United Methodist Church!
Congrats SCOUTS on earning those Merit
Badges and Rank Advancement! In addition,
Boy Scout Troop 51 of Schertz is hosting
a CiCi’s Pizza Rebate Night at the Forum,
Sunday February 22, 4-9 p.m. The Boy Scouts
receive profit from every receipt dropped in the
bucket at the register. Come support your local
Boy Scouts while enjoying great pizza!

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 January 2009
Schertz Tales
Find the Plane
Winner
Congratulations to
Steven Goldberg “Find
the Plane” winner for
January 2009. Mr.
Goldberg received a
Gift Certificate for two
to Bellacinos Pizza and
Grinders at 6044 FM
3009 in Schertz. Fran
Matthews owner of
Bellacinos presented
the gift certificate at
the restaurant.

CENSUS 2010
IS NOW HIRING IN SCHERTZ
A local recruiting effort is underway in Guadalupe County as the
Census begins a national effort throughout the United States
for every person to “Be Counted” by 2010. The significance
of this effort is demonstrated in the impact it will have on the
apportionment of congressional seats, and how the federal
government will allocate a total of $300 billion annually in
federal assistance to communities throughout the country. The
result of Census 2010 will identify how money is utilized locally
in areas of education, housing, community development, health
care services, job training, economic development and other
significant city projects.

Leslye Hernandez, formerly the Sales Director for Schertz

Magazine, is the Assistant Manager of Recruiting for the Early
Local Census Office for the U.S. Census Bureau. She’s charged
with the important task of filling hundreds of various positions
for Census 2010 operations. Her jurisdiction covers nineteen
counties in Texas, including Guadalupe County.

“We want local people to work within their own areas,” says
Leslye. “The Census Bureau is looking to hire people from
within their own community because they know it best.”

As she points out, these are well paying jobs. In Guadalupe

County, Census 2010 will be hiring personnel to fill hundreds
of diverse positions including enumerators, Crew Leaders and
assistants, Recruiting Assistants, Supervisors and office clerks.
“This is a huge opportunity,” emphasizes Leslye.

The new census data must be completed and on the

President’s desk by December 2010.

For more information: Call the Census 2010 job-line at (866)

861-2010 to schedule a basic employment test or
visit www.census.gov.

To enter your event or announcement

in Talk of the Town,
email your entry to events@schertz.com
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 GOVERNMENT
f the Schert
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Members o meet at the midway
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water cros

AVIATION DRIVE
LOW WATER CROSSING
RE-OPENS
After seven months of construction, the Aviation
Drive low-water crossing that connects Universal
City to Schertz officially re-opened January 9th.
The half million dollar project was a joint project of
the two cities. Aviation drive is the main connec-
tor between Schertz and Universal City. Schertz
Mayor Hal Baldwin said that the downtown area
of Schertz has missed the traffic coming out of
Universal City, “So, let’s get this open.”

Schertz Mayor Hal Baldwin cuts the ribbon on

the new Aviation Dr. low water crossing with
representatives from Universal City.

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GOVERNMENT
ROUND-UP SEWER AVERAGING
(NOVEMBER – FEBRUARY)
WILL AFFECT RESIDENTS’
2008-2009 SEWER BILLS
Sewer averaging for the winter months begins November Commonly, unexpectedly high water bills can be
1, 2008 and continues through February 28, 2009. Meter traced to leaks (toilets, automatic sprinkler systems,
readings taken over this three-month period will deter- etc.), or “running” toilets. Garcia also suggests that
mine your sewer average for the next billing year, which residents limit landscape water use, be frugal when
begins April 1. The readings will be averaged, and that washing automobiles, and limit unnecessary water
average will be multiplied by $2.24 for residents with an use during the water averaging period.
average below 12,000 gallons. For residents with averag-
es over 12,001 gallons the average will be multiplied by The following are the averaging dates for each bill-
$2.43. That total will be added to the base rate of $3.75 ing cycle (identified on your water/sewer bill):
(residential use). Cycle 1: Nov. 29 - Feb. 29
Cycle 2: Nov. 4 - Feb. 4
Customers are encouraged to use water conservatively Cycle 3: Nov. 22 - Feb. 22
throughout the averaging months to ensure their sewer/ Cycle 4: Nov. 11 - Feb. 11
water bills remain manageable. People who use large Cycle 5: Nov. 4 - Feb. 4
amounts of water (watering the yard, bath, etc.) during Cycle 6: Nov. 15 - Feb. 15
the averaging months can expect higher sewer bills for Cycle 7: Nov. 15 - Feb.15
the next billing year. Karen Garcia, Schertz Business
Office Manager, advises customers to double-check all If you are not sure of your cycle billing, please check
residential water systems (toilets, showers/baths, outdoor information on our web site at: www.schertz.com. For
faucets, etc.) for leaks and make sure their appliances are more information on water and sewer billing, averag-
in good working condition. ing or other related topics, or call 210-619-1100.

SCHERTZ PARKWAY
OFFICIALLY OPENS
The scenic route of Schertz Parkway opened early on
Tuesday, January 13, stretching from Live Oak Rd to
FM 78. The 2.9 million dollar development was part of
a bond project approved by voters in May 2006. The
city commissioned Don McClury & Associates to de-
sign the project. VK Knowlton was awarded the original
bid at $2,026,757.40 to complete its construction.

The intent of the city in expanding Schertz Parkway

was to continue the concept of its creation from IH-35
to Live Oak Rd. Included in its set-up are its vast green-
ery and professionally landscaped medians, scenic
walking trails, and newly installed traffic lights posted
at both Elbel Rd and Live Oak Rd. Its completion will
make Schertz Parkway stand out as a destination of its
own.

However, as Larry Dublin, the City Engineer notes, this

project is not quite over as there is still work to be done.
Over the next several weeks, residents can expect
periodic lane closures as the final improvements are
completed. “The most important thing is that we have
traffic flowing again. That’s key,” emphasizes Dublin.

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 FEBRUARY
D AT E S T O K N O W :
ELECTION INFORMATION FOR
THE GENERAL ELECTION
MAY 9, 2009
The City of Schertz will be holding a General Election
on May 9, 2009 to elect officials for Council posi-
tions for a two-year term. The current positions to be
considered on the May 9th ballot are Council Places
3, 4 and 5. Place 3 - Councilmember John Trayhan,
Place 4 - Councilmember Tony Wilenchik and Place
5 - Councilmember Michael Carpenter, currently MONDAY, 2 THURSDAY, 19
hold these seats. Library Advisory Board Food Handler Training,
The first day to file for a place on the ballot along Meeting, 7 pm 5 pm – Civic Center
with a $5 filing fee is February 7, 2009 until 5:00 p.m. Admin Bldg
Schertz Youth Com-
on March 9, 2009 with the City Secretary’s office.
mission Meeting,
TUESDAY, 3 5 pm – Admin Bldg
To be eligible to be a candidate for public elective
office, a person must: City Council
• Have attained the age of eighteen at the time of Meeting, 6:30 pm Schertz Historical
filing for office; Council Chambers Preservation Commit-
• Be a registered voter at the time of filing for tee Meeting, 6:30pm
office;
THURSDAY, 5 Council Chambers
• Have been a resident of the City for at least six
consecutive months immediately preceding filing for TSAC, 5:30 pm
office; Council Chambers MONDAY, 23
• Not be an obligor to the City on any obligation Parks & Recreation
past due, provided, however, that a person may be Citizens Police Academy Advisory Board
elected and hold office if such obligation is being Alumni, 7 pm Meeting, 6pm
actively contested in the appropriate forum. Police Dept Community Center
April 9, 2009 - Last day for submitting voter registra- Board of Adjustments
tion application in time to vote at the election. Voter MONDAY, 9
registration card can be picked up at the Schertz Buffalo Valley Youth Meeting, 6pm - Council
Library, City Hall and County offices. Association, 6 pm Chambers
401 Oak St
TUESDAY, 24
TUESDAY, 10 City Council
City Council Meeting, Meeting, 6:30 pm
EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE: 6:30 pm Council Chambers
Monday, April 27th – Friday, May 1st:
Council Chambers
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, 25
Monday, May 4th – Tuesday, May 5th: WEDNESDAY, 11 Planning & Zoning
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Planning & Zoning Meeting, 6:30pm
Meeting, 6:30pm Council Chambers
Early voting will be held at the Guadalupe Elections Council Chambers
Office, 1101 Elbel Road, Schertz Texas.
THURSDAY, 26
If you have further questions, please feel free to MONDAY, 16 Schertz Economic
contact the City Secretary’s office at 619-1030 or President’s Day Holiday Development
619-1031. Candidate packets will be available on – City Offices Closed Corporation Meeting,
the City’s website at www.schertz.com. 11:30am
TUESDAY, 17 Council Chambers
City Council Meeting,
6:30 pm, Council
Chambers FEBRUARY 2009 31
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 Highlight
Chamber Members...

2009 marks the beginning

of great new additions to the
Schertz Chamber of Commerce.
A collaborative effort between the City of Schertz and
Universal City finally paid off with the long-awaited
opening of the Lower Aviation Bridge. Residents of
both cities and Mayors met on the bridge for a rib-
bon-cutting on January 9th.

Speaking of tax time, Liberty Tax Services celebrated

their ribbon cutting on January 9th and are now open
at 6051 FM 3009, Suite 245. San Antonio Federal
Credit Union is one of the city’s newest members and
a Bronze Sponsor of the Schertz Chamber. A ribbon-
cutting on January 14th officiated their grand open-
ing in the area.

Later this month, I will travel with the Partnership,

consisting of the Mayors and City Management in the
ten-city area, to reinforce previous presentations to
our state legislators.

The January luncheon with speaker Senator Jeff

Wentworth was a huge success. Look for more
dynamic speakers as we develop new programs this
year including a golf tournament in the Spring! Make
your reservations early for the February luncheon!
Please contact the Chamber office at 566-9000 or
e-mail cbourquin@schertzchamber.org. Cost is $10
with rsvp and $15 at the door. The luncheon will be
held at the Schertz Civic Center on February 27th at
11:30.

Until next time, remember to...SHOP SCHERTZ!

Frances Rushing
President/CEO

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Dear friend,
I want to give credit where credit is due. So, perhaps
a confession can help clear the air so there’s no
misunderstanding, Before I talk about my confession,
though, let me say a few other things first.
Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You
know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh,
yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Martin. I’ve seen your ad with
that picture of you and the two cute kids.” Well, I’m the guy
in the middle. Years ago I was a college baseball player, but
I developed a painful neck, shoulder and arm condition. In
my case it came on suddenly. The pain in my hands was
so intense that I couldn’t raise my arm above my head or
even throw a baseball. I was afraid that I would lose my
scholarship if it continued. I went to my trainer and medical
doctor and was given anti-inflammatories. The problem
with those medications is that they just mask the symptoms
and in my case did not help. Finally, after steroid injections
I decided against it. But, there’s more…A family member
of mine convinces me to give their doctor a try. This new
doctor did an exam, took some films, and then “adjusted”
my spine. The adjustment didn’t
hurt, it actually felt good. I
got relief, and I could use
my arm again. Oh,
did I mention that
this doctor is a
c h i r o p r a c t o r.
It worked so
well that I went
to chiropractic
school myself.
Now for
McKenna
a n d
Cooper, who are the cute kids in the picture. They get
adjusted regularly and are some of the healthiest kids
you will know. Their mom is also problem-free even
with all the bending and lifting a busy mom of two does.
It might seem like a small thing, but it makes a big
difference to her.
It’s strange how life is, because now people come
to see me with their neck, arm and shoulder problems.
Also they come to me with their headaches, migraines,
chronic pain, carpal tunnel, whiplash from car accidents,
backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness
in limbs, athletic injuries, just to name a few.
Here’s what some of my patients had to say:
“I have not had a headache in months”- (Mary J.)
“Mood and attitude have improved” – (Lisa A.)
Several times a day patients thank me for helping
them with their health problems. But I can’t really take
the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed
anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific
spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the
body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous
results. It’s a simple as that!
Forty-eight million Americans no longer have health
insurance, and those who do have found that their
benefits are reduced. That’s where my I come in. I have
a significantly lower fee plan so that more people are
able to afford the care they need. A whole week of
care in my office costs what you could pay for one visit
elsewhere. Studies show that people actually pay less
for their long-term overall health care expenses if they
are seeing a chiropractor.
You Benefit from an Amazing Offer- Look, you are
going to write a check to someone for your health care
expenses, you may as well write one for a lesser amount
for chiropractic. When you bring in this article, you will
receive my entire new patient exam for $17. That’s with
an evaluation and X-Rays….the whole ball of wax. But,
Schertz Chamber MARKETPLACE
please call right away because this offer expires on March 15,
2009, and I don’t want you to miss out. By the way, further care is
very affordable and you’ll be happy to know that I have affordable
plans. You see I’m not trying to seduce you to come see me with
this low start up fee, then to only make it up with high fees after
that. Further care is very important to consider when making your
choice of doctor. High costs can add up very quickly.
Great care at a great fee…Please, I hope that there’s no
misunderstanding about quality of care just because I have a
lower fee. You’ll get great care at a great fee. My qualifications…
I’m a Magna cum Laude graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic
College and a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. I’ve been
entrusted to take care of tiny babies to pro athletes that you
may know. After practicing for four years in San Antonio I
moved my practice to Schertz. I just have a low exam fee to
help more people who need care.
My Associate, Dr. Kyle Stringer, brings over five years
of experience to our practice with the latest in pain-free
techniques.
My assistant is Rebecca, and she is really a great person.
Our office is both friendly and warm and we try our best to
make you feel at home. We have a wonderful service, at an
exceptional fee. Our office is called
Schertz Chiropractic and it is at 17323 IH 35 North Ste 106,
(we are between 3009 and Schertz Parkway on the 35 South
Access Road). Our phone number is 210-646-6000. Call
Rebecca or me today for an appointment. We can help you.
Thank you.
-Patrick W. Martin, D.C.
P.S. When accompanied by the first, I am also offering the
second family member this same examination for only $10.
P.S.S. Your time is just as valuable as ours, that’s why we will
be with you promptly at your appointment.
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 (R-L) Miss Sunshine Julianne Royce; Miss Schertz,
Taylor Weidman; Miss Liberty, Sarah Wiley; Miss
Tri-County, Crystal Wilson; Miss Friendly City, Sarah
Corder; Miss Freedom, Ellen Goos

Featured
this month is
Miss Tri-County,
Julianne Royce
Julianne Royce is an 11th grader
at Steele High School. She is cur-
rently Miss Sunshine for the City of
Schertz Sweetheart Court. Julianne
has been involved in numerous organiza-
tions but her main focus is with the Cibolo
Creek FFA. She has held officer positions
in the past and is currently serving as treasurer
of the chapter. Julianne has not only raised numer-
ous breeds of animals but has successfully placed animals
at numerous local, county, as well as the San Antonio and Houston
Livestock shows.
She is a member of the Livestock judging team and qualified to
judge at the state level as a sophomore.
In her spare time, Julianne has been a classroom helper at her
churches religious education classes. She has also volunteered at Christ-
mas with the Salvation Army and Angel Tree. She has also been a partici-
pant in the MS150 Bike to the Beach – riding a bike to Corpus Christi to
raise money for the multiple sclerosis association. She also enjoys spend-
ing time outdoors with her family.
This past year Julianne donated over 11 inches of her hair to the
locks of love organization to make wigs for children who have hair loss.
She plans to continue her families tradition and attend Texas A&M, she
plans to major in either nursing or animal science.
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W elcome to the monthly

magazine published by the
City of Schertz featuring the people
and places who contribute to its reputation
Spotlights:
-Human interest stories and special features
-Business profiles
Wh
at
got you
kno ta
-Arts & entertainment
as “one of the best places to live in Texas” -Community events
-City news & government information
- (Money Magazine). w!
Features:
The magazine proudly distinguishes itself -Award-winning design and crisp, professional layout
-FREE professional graphic design for advertisers
with strong, engaging editorial content, and
-Top-notch writers and photographers
superior photography and design. From
residents to visitors, businesses and city Schertzmagazine.com
leaders, Schertz Magazine showcases the launches January 2009
very best of Schertz encompassing -Online magazine with features, profiles, city news and more...
-Advertising
the vast beauty of an ever-evolving city.
-Blog site and podcasts and calendar of events

Don’t miss this Distribution

Since 2000, Schertz has grown from 18,000 residents to over 36,000 and is
opportunity to now the largest suburban city of San Antonio. The city is projected to more
than double its current population in less than a decade.
reach YOUR The magazine is a FREE publication, direct mailed
client base! every month to ALL Schertz residents and distributed to over
a thousand businesses from Universal City to New Braunfels.