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2 LSC-University Park focuses on student success At Lone Star College-University Park, each student s success and graduation is the highest priority to faculty and staff. To help more students reach graduation, the college has implemented programs that provide wrap-around services at no charge for a diverse population of students, including Hispanics. The Puente Project and Student Success Institute (SSI) meet students where they are and help them achieve their workforce training and education goals. As the community s college, our team of faculty and staff work tirelessly to better serve our community and secure the best educations and outcomes for our students, said Dr. Shah Ardalan, LSC-University Park president. We purposefully address diversity and inclusion to ensure all of our students have pathways to graduation and are able to reach their academic and career goals. Puente and SSI fully support our students of varied backgrounds and add immense value to the community. LSC-University Park s student success programs also address The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board s (THECB) higher education plan, 60x30TX, which strives for 60 percent of Texans between 25- to 35-years-old to have a certi cate or degree by 2030. The THECB recently recognized LSC-University Park as a two-year Texas public institution with high improvements in overall completions, or graduation, with high marks in male completion, Hispanic completion, African-American completion and economically disadvantaged student completion since the beginning of the 60x30TX plan in 2015. Puente takes direct aim at reaching the THECB goal by focusing on helping students earn an associate degree or certi cate, or transfer to a four-year institution. Puente is a community college program that provides instruction, advising and mentoring for diverse, statistically underrepresented and rst-generation college students. Puente is a methodology about good teaching, not a curriculum, said Shannon Hausinger, a Puente adviser and director of the Student Learning Resource Center at LSC-University Park. We have made it a priority to work with our professors to enhance their classroom approaches and design instruction that ts their students. Outside the classroom, Puente studentsvisit several four-year institutions, including University of Houston- Downtown, Sam Houston State University, and most recently, University of Houston. Students also participate in mentor activities, and enjoy gatherings involving their families and classroom communities. Our students have stronger opportunities to successfully reach their academic and career goals, said Paula Khalaf, a Puente adviser and professor of developmental English. Puente is giving students a support system and family within the college, encouraging them to enroll in the next semester and take one more step to a degree or certi cate. Puente students are a part of a learning community that builds professional relationships that will support them throughout their educational experiences. Because of the guidance, connections and encouragement I received in the program, I gained con dence in my academic abilities, said Natalino Carlo, an LSC-University Park student in Puente. I am now part of the Honors College, president of two student organizations, a Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society of cer, and a math tutor. I have received several scholarship and travel opportunities. My education has expanded exponentially and I still have more opportunities! Similarly, SSI provides support and resources to students to help them reach their academic and professional goals. Instituted in fall 2017, the SSI program includes one-on-one advising and mentorship, annual conferences, transfer assistance, and student success workshops on campus. The program is designed to help students connect to the campus, reach key academic milestones and support students as they pursue their academic goals, said Jamesia King, adviser of Student Success Institute. The overall goal of the program is to ensure that students graduate, transfer to a fouryear university, or enter the workforce successfully. Both Puente and SSI are ready to help futurestudents ndapathtograduation. Visit LSC-University Park and meet with an adviser. For more information about programs available to students, visit LoneStar.edu/StartUP or call 281.290.2600. From top le. (1) Students work together through a braistorming activity during Puente Project orientation. (2) Dr. Shah Ardalan, LSC-University Park president, mentors students at the beginning of the semester. (3) Puente Project advisers Shannon Hausinger and Paula Khalaf met with students at orientation in August.
ADRIAN GARCIA Is running for County Commissioner in Precinct 2 because no one at the county is helping us and we need someone on our side for a change. Our current commissioner isn t helping us he doesn t even know us. He s been there eight years, but when was the last time you ve seen him in our community? Adrian Garcia: He kept our families safe. Adrian has been on our side for more than 23 years, serving as a police officer, city councilmember and sheriff. Adrian lowered crime, saved us hundreds of millions of tax dollars and helped small, local businesses thrive. Adrian Garcia: A new commissioner focused on education, jobs and healthy families. Adrian will always fight for the future of our children and will begin by reinstating after-school programs that were cut by the current commissioner and promoting early childhood educa- CONTENIDO tion. Adrian will get students, adults, and underemployed workers the training they need to be prepared for and get connected with good-paying jobs. And Adrian will stand up to polluters to keep our families and children healthy. Trust us isn t good enough anymore on flooding. Adrian s detailed plan will take the politics out of flood protection and bring urgency, accountability and fairness to county decisions that impact Precinct 2. Vote Adrian Garcia for County Commissioner! Early Voting: October 22 November 2 Election Day: Tuesday, November 6 ADRIAN GARCIA PAUL J. PUENTE MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY ENTRETENIMIENTO NALAC DEPORTES ORLANDO SANCHEZ MOTIVACION AUTOJUNGLA TRAVEL 2 4 5 6 7 8 12 14 16 18 NOTIFICACIÓN DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA Autoridad Metropolitana de Tránsito del Condado de Harris, TX (METRO) Audiencia Pública para los Presupuestos de Capital y Operativos para el Año Fiscal 2019 Se llevará a cabo la Audiencia Pública sobre los Presupuestos Operativos y de Capital para el año fiscal 2019 el miércoles, 19 de septiembre de 2018, al mediodía en la Sala de Juntas de METRO, en el 2 do piso de 1900 Main Street, Houston, Texas. Los Presupuestos Operativos y de Capital para el año fiscal 2019 están actualmente disponibles para su revisión en línea en RideMETRO.org, o en las oficinas centrales de METRO en 1900 Main Street, Piso 14, contactando a la Oficina de Juntas al 713-739-4834. Puede enviar sus comentarios a Budget. Book@ridemetro.org o llamar al Centro de Servicio al Cliente al 713-635-4000. AYUDA PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES Para las personas con discapacidad es, se pueden brindar servicios de asistencia o copias de los documentos públicos en formato alternativo. Por favor llame al (713) 750-4271 (para las personas con discapacidad auditiva) con un mínimo de cinco (5) días hábiles previos a la audiencia pública. INTERPRETACIÓN DE IDIOMAS Cualquier persona que requiera interpretación de idiomas o ayuda para comunicación especial debe contactar al Servicio Comunitario de METRO al (713) 739-4018 o por correo electrónico al METROPublicAffairs@RideMETRO.org. Se realizarán todos los esfuerzos razonables para acomodar sus necesidades. 1. Esta audiencia pública cumple con los requisitos descritos en el Circular 9030.1D de la Administración Federal de Tránsito, publicada en mayo 1, 2010, página IV-13. 2. METRO no discrimina debido a discapacidad en cuanto a admisión o acceso a, o tratamiento o empleo en, sus servicios, programas y actividades. 3. METRO tiene el compromiso de garantizar que ninguna persona sea excluida de la participación o que se le nieguen los beneficios de sus servicios de tránsito por motivos de raza, color u origen nacional, tal como está protegido por el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964. 3 RideMETRO.org 713-635-4000
4 In loving memory of Mr. José G. Esparza PAUL J. PUENTE Paul J. Puente is the executive secretary and a delegate of the Houston Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council representing construction local union and proud member of the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 716. He began is career in the electrical industry in 1990 in chemical refineries along the Gulf Coast. He earned a degree in electrical technology from San Jacinto Junio College. FOUNDED BY: José G. Esparza And Lilia S. Esparza /1993/ PO BOX 1805 CYPRESS TEXAS 77410 Phone: (713)880-1133 Fax: (713)880-2322 PUBLISHERS GABRIEL ESPARZA gabrielesparza64@yahoo.com PUBLIC RELATIONS AMANDA G. ESPARZA Mr. Puente is also a delegate for the Harris County AFL-CIO Central Labor Council and a member of the Houston Business Roundtable, the Greater Houston Partnership and numerous other business organizations. He has also served on committees for Pasadena Independent school District, San Jacinto Community College an was co-chair of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner s executive transition team. Recently Governor Abbott appointed to Texas Workforce Investment Council and is Chairman of the Apprenticeship & Training Advisory Council. SPORTS EDITOR MICHAEL A. ESPARZA FOTOGRAPH VICTOR LOPEZ PRESS / FOTOGRAPH VICTOR ESCALANTE Los contenidos periodísticos que se incluyen en este resumen informativo son propiedad intelectual y responsabilidad exclusiva de los medios emisores y de sus autores y no representan de manera alguna la opinion de la revista Que Onda! DISTRIBUTION NEWSPAPER DISTRIBUTION COMPANY QUE ONDA MAGAZINE Prides itself in keeping a high standard and devotingly opposes any type of misleading advertising. CLOSE EDITION Friday 5:00pm OFFICE HOURS 9:00 am - 6:00pm Monday - Friday DEADLINES Friday 12:00 am Ads containing special art, photos or proof will be required a week in advance. Cancellations should be made in writing and receiven five (5) day in advance of publication date. Una Publicación Semanal Derechos Reservados Copyright 2007
5 MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY Celebrates the events and people that eventually resulted in independence from Spain, the country that had control over the territory of New Spain, as it was also known then. Fueled by three centuries of oppression and sparked by a call (Grito de Dolores) to revolt in 1810 by the respected Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo, the first call to arms was made in the village of Dolores, in the state of Guanajuato. The uprising pitted the poor indigenous indians and mixed mestizo groups against the priviledged classes of Spanish descent, and pushed them into a violent and bloody battle for freedom from Spain. powerful forces that had been simmering for over three hundred years. With clubs, slings, axes, knives, machetes and intense hatred, the Indians took on the challenge of the Spanish artillery. When the indian and mestizo forces, led by Hidalgo and Allende, reached the next village en route to Mexico city, they acquired a picture of the Virgin of Guadalupe, the patron saint whose image was of a woman of color. The Virgin of Guadalupe, who was indigenous to Mexico, became the banner of the revolutionary forces as Hidalgo and Allende led the path toward Mexico City and the expulsion of the Gachupines. A Decision Is Made Allende arrived in Dolores in the early morning hours of September 16. His message forced Hidalgo to make the most signficant decision of his life, a decision which marked the first struggle for Mexican independence and that would distinguish Hidalgo as the national hero of the revolution. The Criollos had not gained enough military alliance to forfeit the Gachupines rule, as the plot had leaked three months before the Criollos target date of December 8. Hidalgo had three possible options. He could await arrest, flee Dolores or call on the Indian and Mestizo forces. His decision to call the exploited groups to revolution completely changed the character of the revolution, and the movement became a bloody class struggle instead of a shrewd political maneuver. The Revolution Erupts When Hidalgo called the Indians to action, he tapped into Hidalgo later regretted the bloodbath he had incited with his fateful "Cry of Dolores." When he made his hasty decision in the pre-dawn hours of September 16, he had not foreseen the mass slaughter of Spaniards. Before the revolutionary troops descended upon Mexico City, Hidalgo retreated with only a few associates to Dolores, where he would be executed by the Gachupines only a year later. Despite his ambiguity toward the violent class struggle that was the Mexican revolution, Hidalgo is still revered as the father of Mexican independence. Eleven years of war, decades of despotic Mexican rulers and political unrest proceeded Hidalgo's cry of Dolores. Yet throughout the years of turmoil, El Grito de Dolores, "Mexicanos, viva Mexico," has persevered. Every year at midnight on September 15, Mexicans led by the president of Mexico shout the Grito, honoring the crucial and impulsive action that was the catalyst for the country's bloody struggle for independence from Spain.
6 ENTRETENIMIENTO PRINCE ROYCE ES #1 EN EL LISTADO LATIN AIRPLAY DE BILLBOARD CON "EL CLAVO" FT MALUMA MARCANDO SU DECIMOPRIMER #1 EN EL LISTADO El galardonado súper-astro de la música latina Prince Royce es #1 en la radio hispana de Estados Unidos y Puerto Rico con su más reciente sencillo "El Clavo" featuring Maluma, según el listado Latin Airplay de Billboard. Este logro marca el decimoprimer #1 del joven cantautor en dicho listado así como el decimosexto #1 en los diversos listados de Billboard. Este #1 aunado a que es un sencillo urbano, comprueba una vez más la versatilidad de Royce como artista y destaca la fuerza del cantautor como un intérprete musical en cualquier género. Aunque la mayoría de sus #1 en el Latin Airplay son canciones tropicales (Bachata/Pop) como: Corazón Sin Cara, Darte Un Beso, Culpa Al Corazón y La Carretera ; Royce, también se ha posicionado con sus sencillos Pop/ R&B en inglés, Back It Up ft Jennifer Lopez y Pitbull y Stuck on a Feeling ft Snoop Dogg, así como con canciones del género urbano como Ven Conmigo junto a Daddy Yankee y Sensualidad con Bad Bunny y J. Balvin. Tal ha sido el éxito de El Clavo y el furor de sus seguidores por la versión remix junto a Maluma, que los ídolos juveniles unieron fuerzas para grabar el nuevo video de la canción que han estrenado hoy como sorpresa especial para sus fanaticadas. El video fue grabado a principios de este mes en República Dominicana por el reconocido director de cine y video, Jessy Terrero y muestra la química indiscutible de los cantantes. 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7 LATINOS ARE 44% OF HOUSTON. 1 IN 3 HOUSTONIANS IS MEXICAN OR MEXICAN AMERICAN. Yet There is Not Enough Arts Funding for Latinos. NALAC Report Quantifies Inequity in Latinx Funding in Houston. The National Association for Latino Arts and Cultures (NALAC) will release the first ever comprehensive report detailing the lack of funding for Latinx Art in Houston, Texas. NALAC president, María De Leon will attend the press conference to release the report along with NALAC board member Adan Medrano. Medrano is also a board member of the Houston Arts Alliance. Adan Medrano said, "This report is an important tool to initiate collaboration." Houston area artists, art organizers, nonprofits, and elected officials will also be on hand. Writer and activist Tony Diaz, said, "We will respond with either a party or a protest. We are good at both." He added, "The Latinx community is uniting at several levels to do something about this right away while also devising long-term solutions. I believe in Houston. I am confident that many will walk arm and arm with us to ring in a Latinx Renaissance." Artists Angel Quesada & actor Benito Vasquez will announce the launch of HALA-The Houston Alliance of Latinx Art, the first of its kind group which represents Houston Latinx artists and nonprofit organizations. Diaz added, 'This takes place the day before the official launch of Hispanic Heritage Month to represent how Latinx art is not given its rightful place and deserves even more attention than that allotted to it in the past." #Support #HouLatinxArt Take the pledge to support #Hou- LatinxArt www.houlatinxart.org Who: NALAC and Houston Latino Arts Groups, Artists, and Community Leaders What: Release of Report that pin-points the historical lack of funding for Latino Arts in Houston. When: F riday, Sept. 14, 2018, 2pm - 3pm. Where: Houston City Call Legacy Room 901 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002. BUSCAS AHORRAR DINERO EN AVISOS LEGALES? Publique sus avisos legales POR MENOS Llámenos antes de llamar al otro periódico. Que Onda Magazine ÁREAS DE CIRCULACIÓN: Brazoria Chambers Fort Bend Galveston Harris Liberty Montgomery Waller To that end, Councilman Robert Gallegos will present The City of Houston Proclamation that Friday, Sept. 14, 2018 is Latino Arts Day, which will be an annual event. Why: Latinos are 44% of the Houston Population, yet Latinx Art is not funded to that level. Contacto: Gabriel Esparza 713-880-1133
8 A late Houston Dynamo rally fell short in a 4-2 defeat to FC Dallas Saturday nightt at Toyota Stadium. Second-half goals from forwards Mauro Manotas and Alberth Elis gave the visiting Dynamo a chance late, but three strikes from FC Dallas after halftime proved too much to overcome. RECAP: HOUSTON DYNAMO 2, FC DALLAS 4 FC Dallas took the lead early on when forward Maxi Urruti connected with midfielder Michael Barrios in the 10th minute. Urruti received the ball outside the penalty area along the right flank and quickly played a first-touch through ball to Barrios behind the Dynamo back line. Despite the difficult angle, the Colombian international placed a right-footed shot inside the far corner of the net. Dallas extended their lead early in the second half with a pair of goals by forward Santiago Mosquera in the 48th and 51st minute. The forward stole a ball in a scramble just outside the Dynamo penalty area and passed it into an open net; then three minutes later he was on the receiving end of a onetwo combination with midfielder Victor Ulloa and slid a left-footed shot inside the right post to put the hosts up 3-0. The Dynamo answered Dallas third goal quickly when Manotas stole the ball from the Dallas defense and lashed a right-footed shot into the top right corner of net from 25 yards out in the 53rd minute. Manotas picked up the ball off a heavy touch from a Dallas player and quickly turned and fired home before Dallas defense could react. It was Manotas 16th goal of the year in all competitions, which tied him for the club single-season scoring record, and was his team-high 12th of the year in league play. Five minutes later, Urruti drew a penalty for Dallas and defender Reto Ziegler stepped to the spot scored with a left-footed shot to the bottom left corner. Midfielder Arturo Alvarez helped Houston pull back within two when he drew a penalty in the 70th minute, a minute after coming on as a substitute. Elis stepped to the spot after a three-minute delay and sent Dallas goalkeeper Jesse Gonzalez diving the wrong way with a right-footed to the center of the goal for his 10th goal of the season. The Dynamo created several scoring chances over the last 20 minutes, but were unable to find the back of the net a third time. Goalkeeper Joe Willis came up with several big saves during the game, including a denial of Dallas forward Tesho Akindele on a breakaway in the 78th minute. Barrios broke free down the right wing and whipped a low centering pass to Akindele to put the Canadian international in alone on Willis, but the goalkeeper stretched his arm out to keep the ball away from the net. Willis finished with four saves on the night. In addition to the oneon-one save against Akindele, Willis came up with a pair of big saves within seconds of one another near the half-hour mark. First, Dallas defender Santiago Mosquera tried a right-footed shot, but Willis stopped the ball with his hand. The Dynamo defense cleared the ball away but not out, and Dallas recovered it shortly after and recycled it around to the feet of forward Dominique Badji. The forward controlled the ball and took a shot that Willis got his right foot on to kick away. Source: houstondynamo.com
9 CELEBRA EL MES DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA CON SPEC S! WINES VINOS SPIRITS LICORES FINER COMIDA FOODS GOURMET LA DIVERSIÓN EMPIEZA AQUÍ! SUPER TIENDA TEXANA CON DELI: 2410 SMITH STREET (713) 526-8787 SPECSONLINE.COM LOCALIDADES ALREDEDOR DEL AREA Horario: Lunes Sábado, 10am-9pm. 90 10 10 90 Miles de Vinos Delicias Gourmet Cientos de Cervezas Expertos Amigables HOUSTON WESTHEIMER SMITH ST 45 59 Licores Difíciles de Encontrar La Tienda Favorita de Texas desde 1962 527 59 288 5 There were loud ovations, a tip of the cap and even a scoreboard tribute video that was enough to make Justin Verlander deviate from his regimented pregame routine and stop in his tracks in the Comerica Park outfield prior to Monday's game against the Tigers and take it all in. Verlander spent a few minutes soaking up the memories and the adoration before getting down to business. Making his first start at Comerica Park since he was traded to Houston last year after 13 seasons in Detroit, Verlander struck out 10 batters in seven innings to lead the Astros to a 3-2 win over the Tigers. VERLANDER K'S 10, MAKES HISTORY IN RETURN TO DETROIT MOMENTS THAT MATTERED The Astros turned a critical double play in the eighth with Ryan Pressly on the mound nursing a 3-2 lead and a runner at first base and one out. Victor Martinez hit a sinking liner to right fielder Josh Reddick, who made a shoestring catch. Reddick jumped to his feet and threw a strike to shortstop Carlos Correa, who threw out Castellanos scurrying back to first base to end the inning. Marwin Gonzalez, who had just moved from left field to first base, made a long stretch to catch the ball and keep his foot on the bag. "Huge play," Hinch said. "For us to just be able to make a play in this game -- we felt like we gave them opportunities [and] they gave us opportunities. It was an ugly game, but that's our best defense out there, and Red comes up with a big catch and Carlos makes a great throw. Marwin, just in at first base, makes the stretch and that was a nice emotional swing. That wasn't going to be an easy part of the lineup with Pressly." SOUND SMART With 258 strikeouts this season, Verlander passed Cole for the AL lead and has posted the fifth-highest single-season strikeout total in team history. ALTUVE STAYS IN GAME Astros second baseman Jose Altuve, who was on the disabled list last month with right knee soreness, banged his knee trying to stab Castellanos' ground ball base hit in the eighth and was briefly hobbled. Hinch and head athletic trainer Jeremiah Randall came to the field to check on the reigning AL MVP, but he stayed in the game. "I felt a little uncomfortable today on that play but nothing major," Altuve said. "I'm good to play tomorrow." Source: mlb.com/astros
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12 Orlando Sanchez: Cuban immigrant in public service nearly a quarter century We know you as a public servant so what is your background and history? I came to Houston as an immigrant in 1962 not knowing any English. My father was hired by former County Judge, Roy Hofheinz, as one of the earliest broadcast voices in major league baseball for the Colts 45's which became the Houston Astros. My Dad stayed with the team for 30 plus years. I grew up in Houston, graduated Bellaire High School, and then the University of Houston. I am a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, the Texas Air National Guard and back in 1992 was the Republican nominee for a Texas House District seat. I have served the community for almost 25 years. Tell us what positions you have served in as a public servant. I served six years as an at large city council member and ran unsuccessfully for mayor twice. For the past 12 years, I've been Harris County's Treasurer. Serving for 12 years is a milestone so why are you running again? First, I love Texas and serving the public is truly an honor. I feel that I can serve many constituencies and especially understand the problems that the immigrant communities face. It is helpful when you are bilingual and bicultural to move among the diverse communities of the Greater Houston/ Harris County area. Tell us what your job duties are as Harris County Treasurer. The treasury does not make laws like congress, a legislative body or the city council. My team and I serve in a fiduciary capacity to help administer our county s funds. Harris County is the third largest county in the United States and we help manage several billion dollars. Our combined budgets are nearly as large as some states in the union. I also do treasury work for the Port of Houston, the Harris County Flood Control District, and the Toll Road Authority. I'm proud to say that under my watch, auditors have always given us positive reviews. They have never found any major discrepancies or questionable activity in their reporting. We have won state and national awards for transparency. My budget has not increased in 12 years and we have less employees than when I started and are more efficient. These measures are saving the taxpayers money, which holds the line on taxes. What makes you different in relation to your opponent? I have strong financial experience, a proven record of accomplishments and a long track record serving Houston and Harris County. I have served six years as a council member helping craft multibillion-dollar budgets. I bring 12 years of experience as county treasurer administering approximately $35 billion during my tenure. I serve on the board of directors of Capital Bank here in Houston. I serve on the Board of Directors of the University of Houston Foundation and Senior Rides and More; a faith-based nonprofit whose mission is to promote senior independent living, health, and safety by providing free transportation and other services. Additionally, I am a life member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a fellow of the British-American Project-a transatlantic fellowship of over 1,200 leaders, rising stars and opinion formers from a broad spectrum of occupations, backgrounds and political views. It is an extraordinarily diverse network of high-achievers on rising career paths in public, professional and business life What message do you have for the Hispanic community about voting? We live in a representative republic. We elect ordinary citizens to go to Washington, Austin, city hall or the county seat. To have influence on government, laws, and statues, citizens have to vote; otherwise, you are allowing your neighbors to speak for you. While most people get excited about voting for a candidate for president every four years, I would argue that the executive branch has the least impact on your daily life. Your local government is closest to you and I submit you avail yourself of local services more often than state or federal services--the point is that it's important to vote in all elections. A sad and almost tragic event has occurred in the city of Houston, for example: Back in the late 90's Houstonians of Hispanic descent served in at-large city council positions, held several district city council seats, and city controller. Sadly, today, we are down to one Houstonian of Hispanic descent and he hails from a district with historically low voter turnout. Harris County is home to the second largest Hispanic population in the United States. Interestingly, my ancestors have a long history of service in Texas. My family has roots in the Canary Islands of Spain. Under the leadership of Juan Leal Goraz, a group of Canary Islanders marched overland from Veracruz, Mexico to the presidio of San Antonio de Bexar, where they arrived on March 9, 1731. The immigrants formed the nucleus of the villa of San Fernando de Béxar, the first regularly organized civil government in Texas, and on August 1, 1731, elected Goraz as first alcalde. My message is that Hispanics have a long and proud history of service to Texas. Let s not check-out now; we ve worked too hard to help make this the Great Lone Star State: "Politics is the only game where you don't have to be on the sidelines! Go vote. If elected what are your first three priorities you would address? I would continue to assist in the implementation of our new Enterprise Resource Planning system. Currently, we have an antiquated financial system called IFAS and we are in the process of converting to a modern software system. This is going to cost the taxpayers about $30 million dollars. I'm on the executive committee that oversees this change and selects all the consultants and contractors needed for this transition. When we go live, we need to ensure that it's seamless and minimize confusion. My second priority, is to make sure that Harris County only taxes homeowners, what is needed to operate government and provide needed services; no more, no less. We are about to deploy 2.5-billion-dollars worth of bonds, recently approved by voters, for flood control infrastructure. Let s make sure, unlike the City of Houston, the money is not squandered. Additionally, the county will be receiving billions of dollars from the federal government; coupled with our bond issue we will be making in excess of four billion dollars worth of improvements to our drainage, retention/detention and conveyance system. Finally, as an immigrant, I want to use my voice to encourage the Harris County Congressional Delegation and our two U.S. Senators to put forth sensible solutions for immigrant families. Houston has the second largest Mexican immigrant community in the United States and Congress' lack of action has created fear in the community. It does not have to be this way, we can fix this, and I plan to use my voice. What is your message to Que Onda Magazine readers regarding the November 6 election? Que Onda readers are proud Houstonians; I see the magazine everywhere I go and I m a big fan. It s been around for a long time; it has a history in the community. I remember when I ran for mayor in 2001 & 2003 Que Onda had extensive coverage. Sadly, our other media outlets, particularly Spanish language media do a poor job of covering the local political scene. Que Onda offers a variety of coverage; everything from Fiestas Patrias, Cinco de Mayo, Rodeo Houston, sports to the historic events in and around Houston and I m excited to see it covering news important to the community. Additionally, I would be remiss if I didn t take this opportunity to thank, along with my co-chair, Christina Morales, the many Houstonians who stepped-up to help fund a vision by the Heritage Society to commission a mural project that celebrates the many contributions of our city s Mexican-American community. In the spirit of the great Mexican muralists, this vibrant collective artwork, Mexican-American History & Culture in 20th Century Houston, highlights the places, personalities, concepts and events that shaped the Mexican-American community and laid the foundation for the multicultural city we live in today. Set in Connally Plaza against a dramatic backdrop of City Hall and the downtown skyline, the new mural is a cultural landmark in the historic heart of Houston. Much work remains, but every major accomplishment begins with one-step, on November 6 make that one-step, and commit to vote. Any final words? As an immigrant in the fourth largest city in the nation in the third largest county in the nation, I have had the honor to serve city and countywide for 18 years and if I m reelected, I will have served the people of Houston and Harris County for more than a quarter century. I can tell you that I would not have been able to do that without the support of the community. I encourage all especially young people, to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in a country that values the individual; where dreams become reality. There are no guarantees in life, but if you work hard, prepare, have a plan and with a little ganas you'll succeed.
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14 MOTIVACIÓN María Marín RAZONES VÁLIDAS PARA TERMINAR UNA RELACIÓN! Le darías una oportunidad a quien te dejó y ahora quiere volver? Cuando alguien te quiere de verdad, aunque hayan muchos problemas en la relación, buscará mil soluciones antes de acabar contigo. Quien ama no se rinde fácilmente y lucha hasta que no hay más remedio. Si alguien te dejó y te rompió el corazón en mil pedazos sin una buena justificación, realmente no te amaba. Solo hay cinco razones justificables (e insuperables) por las cuales alguien merece que lo abandonen, aun cuando todavía exista el amor: 1. Eras adúltero o adúltera y pusiste los cuernos sin consideración. 2. Eras un adicto a las drogas, alcohol o cualquier tipo de vicio. 3. Le maltratabas verbal o físicamente 4. Tu pereza y pésimo manejo del dinero destrozó la economía del hogar. 5. Padecías de celos excesivos y no infundados que convirtieron su existencia en un infierno. Cuando estas condiciones existen, aunque te quisieran de verdad seria un martirio poder vivir contigo! Por eso, bien merecido tenías que te dejaran! Pero cuidadito con quien quiera volver contigo, después de haberte soltado como papa caliente, sin ninguna razón justificada poniendo como excusas de su alejamiento razones como: Mi amor, perdóname, es que estaba confundido, Cuando me fui necesitaba mi espacio, pero ahora me doy cuenta de que mi espacio eres tú. Esas son excusas baratas que algunos ex quieren hacer que creamos para volver a disfrutar de lo bueno que tenían con nosotros, después de haber metido la pata hasta la rodilla. Aquí no importa cuánto te rueguen y lloren ( son lágrimas de cocodrilo!): da la vuelta y déjalo ir, porque en realidad, si de verdad te quería y tú no le diste ninguna de las cinco razones que te enumeré antes no había justificación para alejarse. Y si vuelves, estás expuesto a que lo haga otra vez. María Marín motivadora internacional. No dejes que te ablanden el corazón tú te conoces bien y si nunca diste pie para ello y pusiste tu alma en aquella relación, sigue tu camino y no mires atrás. Te aseguro que todavía tienes muchas cosas bellas por vivir. Visita el canal de Youtube: El Empujoncito de Maria Marin Siguela en Facebook mariamarin Twitter @maria_marin IG mariamarinmotivation Visita: www.mariamarin.com
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18 TRAVEL CABO SAN LUCAS Cabo San Lucas first beckoned to Hollywood's elite in the 1970s as a luxurious reprieve from the "dregs" of show business. The town's rather seedy reputation changed as worldclass resorts took up residence here, in the neighboring village of San José del Cabo, and along the 18-mile stretch of highway that connects the two (known as "the Corridor"). The construction of an international airport in the 1980s made it easier for travelers from all over to hop a nonstop flight to the "Los Cabos" area. Forty years later, this destination on the southernmost tip of Baja California is still known for its decadence just take a look at the sprawling golf courses or deluxe villas. But the elitist pretense has dwindled: Days in the spa are just as coveted as evenings at a beachside watering hole. And there's a good chance that you'll see celebutantes and college freshmen sunning themselves side by side on the same stretch of sand. Best Months to Visit The best time to visit Cabo is from May to June, when the wintertime crowds have gone home and the summertime storms have yet to hit. October and November are also nice months for a vacation, but you'll need to begin your hotel search early if you want to save money. It could be that your motivation for visiting is not the beach: If you're into whale watching, plan to visit between mid-december and mid-april. If you like to fish, look to come in the late summer or fall. Keep in mind: Pacific hurricane season runs from mid- May to November. Though Cabo typically only experiences tropical storms during the hurricane season, the city has seen hurricanes make landfall in the region, most notably Hurricane Odile in 2014. Culture & Customs Most workers in Cabo's tourism industry speak English, so you won't need much Spanish to get around the city. Many of the stores and restaurants have an Americanized feel, especially in the city center's chain restaurants. Nevertheless, it may be both helpful and respectful to know some basic Spanish vocabulary, such as hello (hola), goodbye (adios), please (por favor), and thank you (gracias). Cabo's official currency is the Mexican peso, though U.S. dollars are widely accepted here as well. You're better off converting your cash to pesos, however, as the return exchange rate is unfavorable and even if you pay in U.S. dollars, you'll receive change in pesos. The U.S. dollar to peso exchange rate varies, so be sure to check what it is before you go. And when it comes to dress code, keep in mind that standard beachwear is permissible during the day; dressy casual is preferred for the dinner hour or the nightclubs. What to Eat Cabo San Lucas has a special affinity for seafood, but restaurants featuring European and North American cuisines also attract travelers. Dining is generally expensive, but you can find cheaper eats and more fascinating cultural experiences if you try some of the hole-in-the-wall taco joints (taquerias) located downtown or along the hotel corridor. Over the years as the area has increased in popularity, Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo have started to draw more and more acclaimed chefs (and their innovative menus) to Mexico. Some popular spots to try include Suviche Restaurant by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, located within the One&Only Palmilla Resort, which plates sushi and ceviche; Flora's Field Kitchen, which offers farmto-table meals; and Tadd Chapman's Don Sanchez, which dishes out traditional Mexican fare with innovative flair. For a special occasion meal, consider El Farallon at the Resort at Pedregal for its oceanfront perch. If you're looking for a more casual but still tasty authentic Mexican meal, head to one of Cabo's smaller hot spots, such as Edith's, Mi Casa, Tiki Cabo San Lucas or Hacienda Cocina y Cantina. Getting Around The best way to get around Cabo San Lucas is on foot or by car. Sites are clustered within the downtown area, though some vacationers opt for a ride on the scenic water taxi to get from the downtown marina to the best beaches. The only trouble is that you can't walk between the Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo; you'll need to drive yourself or take a taxi along the Corridor. Just don't venture too far off the beaten path there have been reports of car thefts in outlying areas. Car rental agencies have set up camp in Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), which sits roughly 30 miles northeast of Cabo San Lucas and 7 miles north of San José del Cabo. Taxi rides from the airport to Cabo San Lucas can be pricey. Check with your hotel to see if they offer a shuttle service, or consider prebooking with an independent company. You may have to share the ride with other passengers, but you'll save a bundle. Past travelers provided favorable reviews for Cabo Shuttle Services, All Ways Cabo Transportation and Airport Baja Transfers.
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