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OISD trustees propose rate swap

lton school taxes are not going up, but school trustees are proposing a $1.12 tax rate that will require voter approval for a “tax swap” in a tax ratification election set for Saturday, July 28.

On a 7-0 vote, trustees approved a motion by Troy Don Allcorn to set the district’s proposed tax rate at $1.12, which is exactly what it is right now. Alicia Sanchez seconded Allcorn’s motion. Then, Michael Ramage moved to call the state-required TRE for July 28. Board Vice President Ruben Luera seconded that motion, which passed on a 7-0 vote. Finally, Board Secretary Jesus “Chuy” De La Cruz moved to set hearings on the proposed $1.12 tax rate on June 25 and July 23 at Olton Schools Cafeteria. Tullie Struve provided the second for that motion, which passed on a 7-0 vote.

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Mayor: City in good shape financially

Budget reports dominated the regular monthly meeting of Olton City Council Monday night as elected officials received an update regarding how the budget was coming along for the year.

“Should be in the good for this year,” affirmed Mayor Mark McFadden.

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City of Olton calling for residents to conserve water usage

As drought conditions continue to worsen, the City of Olton is now asking all residents to please conserve water.

“This can be done by watering wisely — in the mornings or evenings and not during peak heat hours or when it is windy,” City Administrator Keeley Adams said.

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Obituaries

Silverio P. 'Jack' Salas

Silverio P. “Jack” Salas, 83, of Olton, died Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Hale Center.

Rosary was said at 10 a.m., Monday, June 11, 2018, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Olton. A memorial Mass was held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 11, 2018, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Father Sylvester D’Souza officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Ramage Funeral Directors.

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Craig Brock Silverthorne

Craig Brock Silverthorne, 84, died June 6, 2018 in Olton concluding a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

A private memorial service will be held for the family at a later date.

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Lula 'Tomi' Savage

RLula “Tomi” Nixon Savage, 79, of Blessing passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

Her life was celebrated at a memorial service at 3 p.m., Monday, June 11, 2018 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Father James Ramsey officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

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Eulalia Sanchez

Eulalia Sanchez, age 76, of Plainview, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Lemons Memorial Chapel with Pastor Steve Martinez officiating. Interment followed at Plainview Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Lemons Funeral Home. Visitation was held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, June 11, 2018 in Lemons Memorial Chapel.

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William Paul Verden

William Paul Verden, 83, of Haskell passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

A funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 9, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Springlake with Brother Glenn Harlin officiating. Burial followed at Earth Cemetery under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes of Haskell. Visitation was from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, June 8, 2018, at the funeral home.

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Fred Stockdale

Fred Stockdale, 84, died in his sleep early Wednesday morning, June 6, 2018, in Bridgeport.

He served as band director in Olton from 1957 to 1959 and 1968 to 1976.

He will be remembered on Friday, June 29 in the Chisholm Trail Suites at the Decatur Civic Center in Decatur. A private family luncheon will be held at noon, followed at 1:30 p.m. with a celebration of his life. Friends, former students and colleagues are invited to attend.

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