When Fort Stockton Mayor first met Ernesto Velasquez, he knew the police officer would make a great police chief one day. That day was Monday as Alexander swore in Velasquez as Fort Stockton’s new police chief to lead off Monday’s city council meeting.
Velasquez was originally appointed to interim police chief on Jan. 10 before receiving the official distinction without the interim tag on Monday.
“It is with great honor and pleasure that I get to swear you in as our new chief of police,” Alexander told Velasquez before administering the oath of office.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released a list of 30 bills that will answer his most important priorities for the current session on Feb. 13.
The measures range from fiscal issues such as property tax relief, to education issues like school choice as well as several measures dealing with gender politics, public safety, and rural aid.
The Fort Stockton Sheep Dog Trials began yesterday with over 50 dogs competing in the annual event at the Fort Stockton Gun Club.
The event is open to the public and is scheduled to take place through Monday.
Talking on the phone or texting while driving can be a dangerous proposition.
The Fort Stockton City Council addressed the matter by passing an ordinance penalizing drivers who are caught talking on the phone while driving within the city limits.
