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Washington County Magazine 1
Washington County
D I SCO VER
Table of Contents
A Real Hometown
About the Chamber.....................................5
You’ve found it! That truly special place
you have been seeking. In Washington
County, you will find a community that is
small, but complete. Near enough to the big
city, but far enough to be a true get-away.
Just the perfect Texas town to call home.
Chamber Membership ..............................11
Clubs & Organizations...............................46
This community delivers the first-class
amenities you desire, such as quality
healthcare, beautiful parks, fine shopping
and excellent schools…plus a low crime
rate, great restaurants, easy commuting
and…ohhhh, the scenery.
Elected Officials.........................................16
Helpful Facts & Numbers..........................22
Health Care ................................................26
History of Washington County..................43
Leadership Program ..................................13
Local Economy ..........................................30
About the Cover
Man & Woman of the Year.........................44
Membership Directory ..............................57
Photo Contest ............................................48
Presidential Level Members .....................10
Chairman’s Circle Members......................11
Recreation ..................................................34
Schools & Education .................................39
Top Things to Do When You Move Here ..45
Pictured on the cover is a family in the
statue garden in front of Blue Bell
Creameries after their tour. The parents
and children enjoyed a little time
outdoors after a few scoops of their
favorite flavors. This photo was
Washington County is a place where
people put down roots. Even if they just
arrived last year! This is the chosen home
of many newcomers from areas around
Houston, D/FW and other states. You will
discover here what they have found to be
true: that being nestled in the middle of the
“core of Texas” is the perfect place to be.
Washington County offers a strategic
location for anyone that values proximity to
Texas’ major markets, whether for business
or family visits or leisure.
Welcome
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On behalf of the Board of Directors of the
Washington County Chamber of Commerce,
Whether you have chosen to visit our
community, make this your next home, or
build your business here, you will find that
Washington County has so much to offer
you on every level.
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Message
Welcome to Washington County!
Whether you’re here for a day or for a
lifetime, we hope this 2014 edition of the
Chamber magazine will give you a small
glimpse of all that Washington County has
to offer.
What kind of Community is Washington
County? If you ask the 750+ Chamber
Member businesses, you’d probably get
different answers like, “a great place to
raise a family,” or “a prosperous place to
own a business.” But one answer all of
them will agree on is that Washington
County is “home.”
Home is where your roots are and ours
are just about the deepest you can find in
Texas. Proudly known as the “Birthplace of
Texas”, Washington County is not only
home for our State, but also home for
many thriving businesses, the 33,000+
people who live and work here, and the
hundreds of thousands of tourists who
visit every year for bluebonnets, beautiful
scenery, festivals, and more.
Why have so many chosen to make this
community home? Washington County is
blessed with top-notch schools, wonderful
medical facilities, great options for dining
and entertainment, antiques, art, Blue Bell,
Blinn College, and many, many more fine
businesses. Take all these elements and
put them in the most beautiful land in the
Great State of Texas and what have you
got? Home.
From our rich cultural past, our vibrant
present, and our promising future,
welcome to Washington County. Welcome
home.
Liz Hopkins
Chamber of Commerce
& Relocation Center
Located at 314 S. Austin Street
(Business Hwy 36) in Brenham
Since 1917, the Washington County
Chamber of Commerce has served the
needs of the business community through
advocacy initiatives, business development
programs and member services. As a
member-driven organization, the Chamber
brings a variety of businesses together,
working towards the shared goals
articulated in our mission statement:
To promote a positive economic impact
and quality of life while preserving the
natural beauty and rich heritage of our
county.
HOURS:
Monday–Friday
8:30am - 5pm
Stop by the Chamber’s
New Visitor Center!
Located at 115 W. Main St.
inside the restored Simon Theater
in Downtown Brenham
HOURS:
Monday–Friday
10am - 5pm
For businesses of any size, the Chamber
is committed to helping you reach your
goals and expand your business base. Our
purpose is to ensure that Washington
County maintains a business-friendly
environment where all businesses can
grow and prosper.
For individuals, the Chamber works
diligently to help preserve the quality of
life that makes Washington County
perhaps the finest place to live and raise a
family.
On behalf of our 750+ members, Board
of Directors, Blue Blazer volunteers, and
Chamber staff, I would like to thank you for
taking the time to read this magazine and
learn more about life and business in
Washington County!
Saturday
10am – 3pm
SPRING & FALL:
Sundays
Noon – 3pm
Warmest regards,
Visitor Center open most holidays
10am - 3pm, except
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas.
2014 Edition
Page Michel
Chamber of Commerce
So, what exactly does the
Chamber do?
Mission
To promote a positive economic impact and
quality of life while preserving the natural
beauty and rich heritage of Washington
County.
Promotion of Chamber Members and Community
• Washington County Visitor’s Guide
• Washington County Magazine
• Ribbon cuttings and grand openings
• www.BrenhamTexas.com
• www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com
• Referrals to member businesses
• Relocation packages
• Maps and other community information
• The ChamberWorks Newsletter
• Monthly E-news
• Marketing on Area Attractions and Events
Staff
Chamber
Page Michel
Jane Hinze
Shae Pauler
President & CEO
Member Services
Manager
Business Programs
Manager
Judy Hyman
Jenny Mills
Lu Hollander
Visitor Center & Group
Contact Manager
Website & Social Media
Manager
CVB Advertising
& PR Manager
Lori Wegner
Debby Welch
Cheryl Sevin
Receptionist
Visitor Center Assistant
Bookkeeper
Darlene Denman
Jeanine Presswood
Marge Runge
Clint Kolby
Support Staff
Support Staff
Support Staff
EDF Project Manager
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Photos provided by
Brenham Portrait Gallery.
Government Relations & Advocacy
• Legislative Updates
• Voter Education
• Candidate Questionnaires & Elected Official Score Cards
• Washington County “Day at the Capitol”
Visitor Information
• Full-time Visitor Center open daily in Downtown
Brenham
• Located in restored Simon Theater
• Clearinghouse of community information
• Interactive online Calendar of Events at
www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com
Business and Member Programs
• Buy Local Awareness Campaign
• Relocation Center on Business Hwy. 36 in Brenham for
newcomers, Blinn students and business travelers
• Leadership Washington County
• Forum Series at Blinn College
• Seminars
• Online, On-Demand Training Programs
• Sponsorship Opportunities
Committees and Task Forces
• Government Affairs
• Beautification & Natural Resources
• Education & Workforce Development
• Blue Blazers
• Young Professionals Organization
Networking Opportunities
• Tourism Tuesdays
• Business-After-Hours
• Networking Breakfasts
• Committee Involvement
• Member Programs and Events
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Board of Directors
Executive Officers
Liz Hopkins
Wesley Brinkmeyer
Michael Pittman
Michael Groves
Debbie Havers
Kurt Podeszwa
Chairman
First Vice
Chair
Second Vice
Chair
Treasurer
Secretary
Immediate Past
Chairman
Judi Houston
Renee Mueller
Michael Watts
County Attorney
Brenham High
School
Directors terms expire December 2014
Ricky Boeker
Coy Fontenot
Michael Haywood
City of Brenham
Fire Chief
Kruse Village
Mission Brenham
Liz Hopkins
Hopkins Distributing Brazos Valley Schools
and Stella Designs
Credit Union
& Solutions
Wesley Brinkmeyer Dennis Crowson
Bluebonnet Electric
Cooperative
Blinn College
Michael Groves
Brice Milliorn
Ash Patel
Gracie Slattery
Tiffany Winkles
Artex Group LLC
Edward Jones
Investments
Best Western Inn
Brenham
Brenham Clinic
Blue Bell
Creameries
Sharon Brass
Cathy Cole
Suzy Hankins
Chad Gerke
Michael Pittman
Nathan Wade
Randy Weidemann
Kwik Kopy Business
Center
Heritage Texas
Country Properties
Ant Street Inn
The Gerke Law Firm
Scott & White
Healthcare
Lazy “D” Ranches
Van Dyke Rankin
Insurance
2014 Edition
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Blue Blazers
Honorary Lifetime Member
The Washington County Chamber
of Commerce Blue Blazers
are a group of fifteen volunteers that act as official greeters and hosts
of our community. Their objectives include promoting programs and
increasing membership throughout the community, assisting in all
general membership drives, promoting Chamber image by personal
contact with members, greeting at Chamber functions, and scheduling
and conducting ribbon cuttings.
Dr. Henry Boehm, Jr.
Jolene Curtis
Joyce Dickschat
AMA Homecare
Texas Ag Finance
Brenham National
Bank
Tiffany
Compton Falk
Wendy Frazier
Pam Green
BBVA Compass
RE/MAX Advantage
Executive Officers
President – Tammy Jaster
Point Secretary – Christy Schlottmann
Recording Secretary – Tiffany Falk
Hodde Real Estate Co.
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Eddie Harrison
Jared Hartman
Tammy Jaster
Municipal Judge,
Retired
Seidel Schroeder &
Company
City of Brenham
Blue Bell Aquatic Ctr.
Florence Julian
Brice Milliorn
Linda Pipes
Blue Bell Creameries
Edward Jones
Investments
Individual
Christy Schlottman
Randy Weidemann
Express Employment
Professionals
Van Dyke Rankin
Insurance
Barbara
Wilganowski
Spherion Staffing
Chamber of Commerce
Washington County
Promoting Tourism in
Brenham is not only a
wonderful place to reside it’s a great place to visit.
That’s where the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) steps in.
Operated by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce
under a contract with the City of Brenham, the CVB serves numerous functions.
Besides assembling the annual Visitor Guide filled with the unique
and interesting attractions and tourism-related businesses that
Washington County has to offer, the CVB staff also places advertising to attract visitors, convention delegates and conference attendees to the area. Along with both print and online advertising
Be sure to stop by the new Washington County Visitor Center inside the
programs, the CVB creates publicity and promotions to generate
restored Simon Theatre in historic Downtown Brenham (115 W. Main St). public awareness of events, activities and all that the city
and county have
to offer. In addition, CVB staff maintains and continuously updates the visitor
website,www.visitBrenhamTexas.com.
The staff works closely with group tours and convention groups and attends trade shows to
promote Brenham and Washington County.They provide “welcome gift bags” to motor coach
tours, conference attendees and VIP delegations visiting the county. Promoting destination
weddings in Washington County is also a focus for marketing efforts. The CVB partners with
other agencies, associations and businesses, as needed, to promote this very special destination. The work of the CVB benefits every resident and every business, whether or not
tourism-related.
All these efforts combine to bring visitors who spend dollars in our communities, shop in
beautiful downtown stores, sample many area restaurants and overnight in area hotels and
bed & breakfast lodging properties.
CVB staff members also annually prepare a marketing plan and budget separate from the
Chamber’s budget that the city’s Hotel Occupancy Tax board must approve and recommend
to the City for adoption before any hotel occupancy tax dollars are expended. The use of
these tax dollars is strictly governed by State Tax Code and, in general, must be devoted to
advertising and public relations efforts that promote visitors, tourists and conventions to
come to Brenham and Washington County.
The Visitor Center and CVB staff are located in the 1925 Simon Theatre building at 115 West
Main in downtown Brenham. The theatre lobby, visitor center and retail space are the first
beneficiaries of the planned Simon restoration. The old theatre and upstairs ballroom will
also be restored to provide space for meetings, parties, conferences and other activities.
The efforts of the Chamber’s CVB are focused
and directed to promoting Washington County...
as a great destination for fun, adventure, and relaxation.
The 2014 VISITOR’S GUIDE
is available FREE upon request!
2014 Edition
Chamber of Commerce
Presidential
Members
Our Presidential level members have made a major investment in our community and share the vision and desire to tackle the many issues
facing the Washington County area and its business environment.
Thank you to our Presidential Level Members…
www.appelford.com
www.Blinn.edu
www.Chase.com
www.BlueBell.com
www.BluebonnetElectric.coop
designii@sbcglobal.net
www.CSBTX.com
Water Company, L.P.
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www.PICseals.com
www.GermaniaInsurance.com
www.MICgrp.com
www.AdvantageBrenham.com
www.TexasCommercialWaste.com
www.walmart.com
2014 Edition
www.HEB.com
www.MetWater.com
www.Disposal.com
www.st-joseph.org/Brenham
www.VanDykeRankin.com
www.WellsFargo.com
Chamber of Commerce
Chairman’s Circle
Members
These three Presidential members also belong to an elite level called the “Chairman’s Circle.” They contribute greatly to the local economy and
support many organizations that are making a difference in the quality of life in Washington County, including this Chamber of Commerce.
Thank you to these Chairman’s Circle Members…
www.BrenhamClinic.com
www.BNBank.com
www.SWbrenham.org
Chamber
Membership
Washington County is one of the fastest growing counties in Texas.
At the center of this growth and development is the Washington
County Chamber of Commerce. With 750+ members, the Chamber
represents both large and small businesses from all professions and
industries. The Chamber’s strength lies in the number and the diversity
of its members.
The mission of the Chamber is multi-faceted, but it really all comes
back to our support of your business by helping to create and
maintain an economic climate in which businesses can thrive.
The Chamber is your voice in local, state and national government.
Within the Chamber, businesses of all sizes can have a powerful
impact on important community issues. The collective power of the
membership can make your voice more easily heard.
If you are a business just opening its doors, we’ll welcome you to
the community by hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony. Our Blue
Blazers will be there to assist you and to lend their support.
Because we value your membership, throughout the year we will
promote your business in a number of ways. Each member receives a
free listing on the Chamber website www.brenhamtexas.com, space
in the Visitor’s Center to display brochures and/or business cards, and
referrals when inquiries are made.
County’s favorite networking event. The “Wake Up, Washington
County!” breakfasts and “Tourism Tuesday” meetings are more
structured peer-to-peer networking events.
The monthly ChamberWorks (printed) and E-News (emailed)
newsletters deliver the latest Chamber and community news directly
to members and civic leaders throughout the county and region. The
annual “Picture Perfect” Magazine & Business Directory and the annual
Washington County Visitor’s Guide are both great hands-on tools that
reach people in a vast area.
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is recognized for
outstanding programs such as Leadership Washington County and
first-class events such as the “Tailgate” event. The Chamber offers
quality educational programs and seminars designed to provide
practical assistance to business owners and managers.
We respect the entrepreneurial spirit of business owners and believe
that the money you invest in Chamber membership can be one of
your wisest investments.
The Chamber staff is ready to lend you and your business a hand.
Please stop by, call or e-mail us at any time if we can assist you.
Networking is crucial for any business and the Chamber offers
regular networking opportunities to assist you in making new business
contacts. The Chamber’s monthly “Business After Hours” is Washington
Jane Hinze
Member Services Manager
2014 Edition
Chamber of Commerce
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Membership Application - 2014
Firm Name:
Phone:
Fax:
Physical Address:
Zip:
Mailing Address:
Zip:
Owner(s) Name:
Please complete and return to the Chamber office
Manager/Other Name:
Other Phone:
How long in Business:
Employees: Full Time
Part Time:
Email:
Veteran-Owned Business?
Website:
Business Category:
Primary Category:
Optional Second Category ($100):
Signature:
Date:
Referred By:
Annual Investment Levels
Note: For employee count below, two part-time employees equal one full-time employee
employees
1-5
6-20
21-50
51-100
100+
Optional:
Rate
$190.00
$205.00
$345.00
$575.00
$975.00
Category
Financial
Same Business, Subsequent
Partner
$125.00
Brenham, Texas 77833
$105.00
Retired Individual
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$80.00
Non Profit Organizations
Second Business, Different Category
1-5 Employees $120.00
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Rate
$480.00
$885.00
$1265.00
Individual
Same Business, Second Category
(Web & Print) $100.00
314 South Austin Street
employees
1-9
10-20
21+
$100.00
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Presidential
Presidential Level
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Chamber of Commerce
Leadership Washington County
Leadership Washington County (LWC) is a prestigious ten-month
program committed to educating, training and motivating existing and
emerging leaders to build more effective skills for the future benefit
of Washington County. Over 400 men and women have graduated
from LWC, and the nineteenth session is now in progress. Applications
are accepted each year from June 1 through July 20.
Program Goals
•
To educate, train and provide experiences that enhance
leadership skills.
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To provide opportunities for participants to develop
lasting relationships among community leaders.
•
To provide greater awareness of community issues and
opportunities to serve locally.
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To provide greater access to community resources and
networking.
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To motivate participants to help make a difference in our
community by becoming actively involved.
Each year, the program begins in August with an orientation
followed by a team-building retreat. Day-long sessions are held once
a month from August through May.
LWC participants attend educational sessions covering many
aspects of this community and region. The sessions create an awareness of the resources of Washington County and put the class in
contact with local experts in various fields. Participants gain valuable
experience from interacting with each other and forming lasting
relationships with other professionals.
Employers are encouraged to send key personnel through the class,
and then benefit by having an employee who has sharper skills, knowledge of resources in the county, and connections with other local
leaders.
The LWC program involves a time commitment of one day a month
for ten months and a tuition fee that covers all tours, meals, group
travel and supplies. The program culminates with a graduation banquet in May.
For more information, contact the Chamber at (979) 836-3695.
You may also view more details and the annual application on the
Chamber website at www.BrenhamTexas.com (click on “Chamber
Info” and “Leadership”).
LWC Class of 2014
Kurt Alfred
Brenham National Bank
Mari Hinostroza-Perry
The Gerke Law Firm
Susan Myers
Blinn College Foundation
Cheri Baker
Miracle Farm
Jessicah Holloway
Camp For All
James Pontiff
The Artex Group
James Baker
Brenham Fitness Center
Darren Huckert
Jones & Carter, Inc.
Kelvin Raven
City of Brenham Police Department
Becky Ballard
Washington County Sheriff Dept.
Judy Hyman
Washington County Chamber-CVB
Hannah Roemer
District Attorney's Office
Patsy Bartkowiak
Del Sol Food Co./Briannas
Christina Koehn
Brenham State Supptd. Living Ctr.
Bridgette Schulze
Larry J. Arnie, CPA
Emily Bolenbarr
Brenham National Bank
Harris Kubos
Germania Insurance
Kelli Shomaker
Blinn College
Sara Byars
Norman's Pharmacy
James Meyer
Germania Insurance
Jenny Van Dorf
David Eldridge
Brice Milliorn
Edward Jones Investments
Jill Wallace
Brenham Clinic
Kevin Hemann
Texas AgFinance
Pam Muegge
Citizens State Bank
Jeff Weesner
Valmont Industries
2014 Edition
Chamber of Commerce
2013
Cay Arant
Stewart Bates
Cindy Beckendorf
Nick Bilski
Mordecai Brownlee
Jim Dager
Donna Damon
Ron Eilers
Wendy Frazier
Chad Gerke
Suzy Hankins
Derek Hargrave
Jared Hartman
Mike Herzog
Chris Lehrmann
Tracy Matthies
Adrian McGregor
Vince Michel
Jenny Mills
David Moran
Donna Muegge
Curtis Schoen
Cyndee Smith
Clyde Vierus
Brittany Walthall
Cassie Westerfeld
2012
Kimberley Behrens
Mark Boeker
Jennifer Bynum
Justin Colley
Allen Dave
Alison Dreyer
Sharon Gaddy
Kari Goerlitz
Lauren Haevischer
David Hutchinson
Kyle Kmiec
Brad Leuschner
Megan McCoy
Luis Mendoza
Jan Pecht
Lloyd Powell
Trey Saunders
Herman Schramm
Joshua Schroeder
April Seydel
Don Silvey
Carin Simmons
2011
Lea Bartay
Eric Berg
Kyle Boer
Jason Bontrager
Chris Brewster
Michele Ebner
Brian Fathauer
Pam Green
Joe Greenberg
Liz Hopkins
Justin Hyde
Chris Jackson
Catherine Kenjura
Clint Kolby
Jeanne Luedemann
Benjamin Menjares
James Pharaon
Eric Plagens
Elizabeth Price
Jeffrey Sadler
Sara Schramm
Monte Shields
Scot Sommerlatte
Brenda Stelwagen
2010
Angie Baker
Chris Callahan
Crystal Dahlquist
Ernest Eberle, Jr.
Clint Eilers
Carrie Foster
William Grote
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Jimbo Hafner
Tammy Jaster
Dyanna Machinsky
Wyatt Matthies
Tiffany McMordie
Dean Meade
Laura Popp
Melinda Rodiek
Shelley Scheffer
Steven Siemsglusz
W. D. Smith
Jeff Tilley
Betty Urban
Cecilia Wagner
Michelle Zschech
2009
Vicki Bergstrom
Cathy Boeker
William Clanahan
Bill Decker
Don Dickenson
David Doelitsch
Katrice Ellis
Brenda Faram
Travis Fleetwood
Jane Hill
Kori Kelm
Andy Kollman
Barney Loesch
Melvin Martin
Tres Masser
Jacquelyn Parker
Teresa Peddy
Becky Plagens
Benita Schramme
Robert Smith
Edward Vanek
Michael Watts
2008
Carrie Baker
Lynn Boeker
Tommy Bolcerek
Dot Borchgardt
Ginger Bosse
Barry Brass
Carey Brown
Rebecca Counsil
Jerry Dorcz
Trey Hardy
Audrea Hinze
Jane Hinze
Bill Irwin
Jeannie Kroll
Stacy Lange
Kimberly Littleton
Pat Lueckemeyer
Phelicia Marshall
Seneca McAdams
Christy Moran
William Parham
Dr. Michael Reid
John Schneider
Steve Skrla
Amanda Stolz
Teri Van Horn
Stephanie Wehring
Wendy Yates
2007
Mike Baker
Kristopher Bartels
Steven Beaird
Wesley Brinkmeyer
Vanessa Coffelt
Carl Dahmann
Johanna Fatheree
Melinda Faubion
Lynn Garris
Greg Genzer
Nancy Herms
Lu Hollander
Jim Kruse
Dant Lange
Andrea Miller
Bill Rempel
Shelly Steele
Dana Taylor
Susie Thaler
Lynna Tolliver
2006
Roger Atkins
Carolyn Baker
Scott Ballard
Ryan Beaudet
Brandie Bothe
Joyce Dickschat
Jason Draehn
Cristi Flencher
Ron Gallway
Mike Grunder
Kimberly Horne
LaVerne Krumrey
Tommy Ladewig
Cathy Lewis
Barbara Maurer
Page Michel
Debbie Patranella
Lt. Billy Ruemke
Michelle Schlottmann
Troy Sikes
Tim Walther
Justin Woodward
2005
James Baker
Marian Balke
Sherald Bell
Rick Blundell
Tiemann Dippel, III
Cory Flencher
Nancy Fritz
Angela Heard
Vicki Jaster
Susan Keese
Heather Kirby
Beth Lewis
Chamber of Commerce
Darlene Loesch
Jamie Mauer
Brenda McCool
Lowell Ogle
Paul Prazak
Helen Reeves
Bonnie Schulte
Leah Thompson
Jenny Ur
2004
Janie Branham
Dane Bybee
Janet Edwards
Debbie Fathauer
Aaron Flencher
Donna Gandy
CH Harvey
Julie Hinze
Jason King
Lorraine Phillips
Dane Rau
Pamela Ruemke
Barbara Seilheimer
Peggy Still
Butch Strickland
Nancy Tahaney
Linda Tiemann
Bill Weiss
Tiffany Weiss
Melissa Zaborowski
2003
Marsha Doebler
Janis Ilene Dreyer
Andrea Fischer
Debbie Genz
Angela Hahn
Gary Hamilton
Lance Jahnke
Amanda Kohring
Tanna Mabry
Theresa Maxwell
Jennifer Mertz
Karen Morgan
Connie Rohde
Karla Roper
Lori Schramme
Donna Simms
John Slawson
Scott Swigert
Abby Williams
2002
Becky Brown
Pat Collier
Monica Colvin
Cindy Davis
Hank Fender
Lin Hartstack
April Hooks
Gilbert Janner
Christi Korth
P. Laree Lewis
Lete Phillips
Charlie Pyle
Cindy Richardson
Keith Scott
Marina Seilheimer
John Tatum
Beth Ann Teverbaugh
Mark Whitehead
Robin Wilson-Clipson
Woody Woodward
2001
Phil Bentke
Dennis Crowson
Sireta Cuerington
Donna Cummins
Debbie Goss
MaLisa Hampton
Jon Hill
Mary Kay Hurta
Todd Jacobs
Eunice Kelm
Debra Kraft
Jesse Ladd
Leia McCune
Phyllis Pirsch
Julie Renken
Kellie Rodenbeck
Sharon Schwartz
Jorge Sera
Rhonda Spies
Robert Storms
Tommy Upchurch
2000
Edward Addicks
Doug Baker
Allison Bentke
Rick Browder
Bob Cox
Vance Hamilton
Rodney Hibbs
Kim Hodde
Kimberly Jozwiak
Linda Kocian
Jim McCune
Melissa McCune
David Meyer
Mark Patranella
Jeff Ross
Gracie Slattery
Alesia Whaley
Harvey Williams
1995
Melani Bayless
David Bockhorn
Timothy Christ
Becky Ehlert
John Ehlert
Melissa Gerke
Kenneth Hughes, Jr.
Lisa Farmer Irving
Mike Kalil
Barbara Kokemoor
Lois Kolkhorst
Lashanda Lewis
Jacqueline Mays
Michael McIntyre
Renee Mueller
Ethel Randle
Richard Vestal
Bill Whitaker
Lillian Wright
1993
Ronald Bartay
Dan Bayless
Douglas Borchardt
Ron Bottoms
Chrisi Buenzow
Sarah Calarco
Ali Dosani
Wilma Finley
Bob Handley
Dollie Kokemoor
Sam Lindsey
Barbara Palmer
Linda Pitts
Eileen Rodrigue
Mary Rogas
Linda Sanders
Bob Schmidt
Doris Seilheimer
Mike Shoup
Betty Turner
Curtis Wren
1991
Deanna Alfred
Larry Arnie
Carla Calarco
James Calarco
Rick Barganier
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Dan Dykes
Barbara England
Jay Faske
Richard Hogan
Rita Jezierski
Val Kieke
Pam King
Phillis Nelson
Djibou McNeil
Tamy Metzger
Richard O’Malley
James Ray
Gary Sonnenburg
Glenwood Vierus
Diana Wenzel
1990
James Cooper
Morris Dillard
Susan Ebel
Kathryn Roberts
Gene Hammons
Margaret Harrison
John Hasskarl
Gene Herrmann
Walter Hill
Barbara Jacobs
Fabian Jezierski
Donna Lange
Roy May
Gus Mutscher
Sue Muzzy
Diane Pieper
Lynette Sheffield
Lindi Surovik
Carla Whitehead
Nathan Winkelmann
LO CAL
Elected Officials
Brenham Mayor’s
County Judge’s
Message
Message
Judge John
Brieden
Mayor
Milton Y. Tate
County Judge
Brenham Mayor
Stephen F. Austin chose the area between
the Brazos and Colorado Rivers for his
original settlers because it was fertile land
and it was a beautiful land. Washington
County is truly the “birth place of Texas” and
has played an important pivotal part in the
history of Texas. Many historic sites and
museums in Washington County offer a
glimpse of that history and help to tell the
story of early Texas.
It is not just the beauty and the history that
make Washington County special. The
people make it special. Yes, there are direct
descendants of the original settlers but most
of us are those who have chosen Washington
County for their home and are a down to
earth, friendly, charitable people who will
make your visit special and you will be glad
you had a chance to meet.
We are proud of our community and on
behalf of the Commissioners Court we are
glad you came to visit and hope you come
back often. If you are thinking of moving to
Washington County you’ll find we welcome
with open arms down to earth, friendly,
charitable folks. They are a good fit for us and
we will be a good fit for you.
Washington County
100 East Main Street
(979) 277-6200
www.co.washington.tx.us
Burton Mayor’s
Message
Mayor
Peggy Felder
Burton Mayor
In the rolling hills of western Washington
County you will find this charming little town
of 359 friendly, hospitable citizens. This
wonderful city called Burton was established
in the mid 1870’s. It has many historical
treasures. Among them are a restaurant with
French cuisine, several antique shops, a bed
and breakfast, and a down home country café.
Tourist and sightseers are also attracted to
the old railroad depot and former lumber yard.
Burton is home of “The Official Cotton Gin
Mueseum oof Texas” with the historic 1914 gin
as the key exhibit.
The friendly residents will always welcome
strangers, new businesses, and residents. It
would be a pleasure to see you in Burton soon.
www.burtontexas.org
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The City of Brenham is a special place and
we love to call it home. Whether you have
lived here a lifetime, new to Brenham or just
stopping by for a visit, I want to welcome you
to our community. If you are new to the
community, I encourage you to get involved.
If you are visiting or planning a visit we
extend a warm welcome. I believe you will
find Brenham to be a unique place.
Brenham certainly has many strong attributes that make the community what it is today
including a rich heritage, a strong industrial/manufacturing base, a well-respected
community college, a vibrant downtown and
a first class parks system. In short, Brenham
has a wonderful quality of life.
We have a community that works together
for the good of all of our citizens. It is a privilege to serve as Mayor and be part of a Council and administration that believes our role
is to serve our citizens businesses and visitors
alike with quality service and integrity. It is
important for us to be sound stewards of all
that has been placed in our care and trust.
We sincerely hope you enjoy your visit to
our hometown and that you come see us
often. If you or your company is considering
a permanent move to our community, we
believe you will be making a very wise choice
to come to Brenham.
City of Brenham
200 West Vulcan Street
P O Box 1059
Brenham, Texas 77834-1059
(979) 337-7200
www.cityofbrenham.org
Elected Officials
Elected Officials
Local
City of Brenham
Mayor .................................................................Milton Y. Tate
Ward 1 ..............................................................Keith Herring
Ward 2....................................................Weldon Williams, Jr.
Ward 3...............................................................Andrew Ebel
Ward 4.................................................................Danny Goss
Position 5, At Large .................................Mary Barnes Tilley
Position 6, At Large...........................Gloria Greenwade Nix
City of Burton
P O Box 255, Burton, Texas 77835
(979) 289-3400 Fax: (979) 289-3418
Mayor.................................................................Peggy Felder
Municipal Court Judge ......................................Patti Schulz
Position 1.........................................................Rick Menking
Position 2 .................................................Robert Byouillette
Position 3 ......................................................Frankie Ruffino
Position 4...................................................Samuel Patterson
Position 5 ......................................................Claudia Cockle
City Secretary.......................................................Betsy Zeiss
County Offices
County Judge ..................................................John Brieden
Commissioner Precinct 1 ...........................Zeb Heckmann
Commissioner Precinct 2 .............................Luther Hueske
Commissioner Precinct 3 ................................ Kirk Hanath
Commissioner Precinct 4 .................................... Joy Fuchs
Court at Law Judge........................................Matthew Reue
County Attorney............................................Renee Mueller
County Clerk................................................Beth Rothermel
Tax Assessor/Collector ................................Dot Borchgardt
Treasurer..........................................................Peggy Kramer
Sheriff ................................................................. Otto Hanak
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1................Douglas Zwiener
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2.....................Douglas Cone
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 ............................. Roy May
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4..............James McCune, Jr.
Constable, Precinct 1 ............................................Ken Holle
Constable, Precinct 2 .........................Carroll "Butch" Faske
Constable, Precinct 3....................................Nelson Zibilski
Constable, Precinct 4 .......................................Mark Kramer
District Offices
21st District Judge....................................Carson Campbell
335th District Judge......................Reva L. Towslee Corbett
District Attorney...............................................Julie Renken
District Clerk ...............................................Tammy Brauner
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Elected Officials
State
Elected Officials
State Representative Lois Kolkhorst
Texas House of Representatives - District 13
Message
As a native of Washington County, I'd like to welcome you to a wonderful
place that we're all proud to call home.Whether you are here for only a short
visit or plan to follow so many others in making it your new home,
Washington County is glad you have decided to experience our unique and
superb quality of life. Here you will enjoy an unhurried lifestyle where
beautiful rolling hills meet lush, green pastures and creeks, and country roads
abide in between our many friendly communities.
Our quality of life is exceptional. We have excellent schools, abundant
parks and recreational amenities, caring churches, countless historical
markers and sites, and concerned citizens who still enjoy the friendship that
Texas is famous for. Steady, controlled growth is occurring in Washington
County due to our business-friendly climate and positive attitude, but you
will quickly notice that changes are usually made without sacrificing the
beauty and tranquility of this truly special area, which is not only the
Birthplace of Texas, but also a rising star for our state's future.
Relax and enjoy your stay in Washington County, and please let us know if
we can be of service.
State Senator Glenn Hegar
Message
As the Texas State Senator who represents Washington County in the Texas
Legislature, I would like to say welcome. As the "Birthplace of Texas" and the
county named after the first President, George Washington, Washington
County is an area rich in history. It was right here in Washington County, along
the banks of the Brazos River, that in 1836 Sam Houston and others signed
the Texas Declaration of Independence, severing ties to Mexico and declaring
Texas a free and independent state.
Washington County's scenic rolling hills and seasonal wildflowers are a
beautiful backdrop for the area's generations-old farmlands, two wineries,
the world famous Blue Bell Creamery, and numerous historic museums.
Whether you are just passing through or have decided to make Washington
County your home, please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
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Elected Officials
Washington County’s state and federal
government representatives:
State Senator, District 18
Glenn Hegar (R)
Capitol Phone: (512) 463-0118
Capitol Address: P.O. Box 12068, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711
District Address: P.O. Box 1008, Katy, Texas 77492
Phone: (281) 391-8883
www.hegar.senate.state.tx.us
State Representative, District 13
Lois Kolkhorst (R)
Main Office: P.O. Box 2910, Austin, Texas 78768-2910
District Office: 2000 S. Market, Brenham, P.O. Box 1867,
979-251-7888
Lois.Kolkhorst@house.state.tx.us
U.S. House, District 10
Michael McCaul (R)
Office: 131 Canon HOB Washington, D.C. 20515
202-225-2401
State Office: 5929 Balcones Drive, Suite 305 Austin, Texas 78731
District Office: 2000 S. Market Street, Suite 303, Brenham, Texas
979-830-8497
www.mccaul.house.gov
U.S. Senators,Texas
Ted Cruz (R)
Texas Office: 815 A Brazos, P.M.B. 550, Austin, Texas 78701
512-637-8777
www.tedcruz.org
John Cornyn (R)
Main Office: 517 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
202-224-2934
www.cornyn.senate.gov
State Board of Education, District 10
Marsha Lane Farney
District Address: P.O. Box 99, Georgetown, Texas 78627
Phone: (512) 966-6771
sboesupport@tea.state.tx.us
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The official state flag of Texas, called the Lone Star Flag, was adopted
in 1845 when Texas became the 28th state of the United States.
The colors represent bravery (red), purity (white), and loyalty (blue).
The large white star was first used on Texas flags in the 1830's during
the battles between Texas and Mexico.
Population .......................................................................26.4 million
Area ..................................................................268,601 square miles
Capital .......................................................................................Austin
Nickname...................................................................Lone Star State
State motto ........................................................................Friendship
State song..............................................................“Texas, Our Texas”
State bird........................................................................Mockingbird
State flower......................................................................Bluebonnet
State tree....................................................................................Pecan
State dish......................................................................................Chili
State mammal (large) .............................................Texas Longhorn
State mammal (small) ......................................................Armadillo
State insect............................................................Monarch Butterfly
State reptile ......................................................Texas Horned Lizard
State fish...................................................................Guadalupe Bass
State plant ...........................................................Prickly Pear Cactus
State grass .................................................................Sideoats Grama
State shrub.....................................................................Crepe Myrtle
State fruit ....................................................................Red Grapefruit
State vegetable ..............................................................Sweet Onion
State fiber .................................................................................Cotton
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Events
2013
MajorFestivals & Events
in and around Washington County
March 1-2
TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Celebrate the 178th anniversary of Texas independence. Experience life in
the Republic with historic re-enactors, musicians, soldiers and craftsmen.
March 8
TEXAS RANGER DAY IN BURTON
Enjoy history, re-enactments, cook-off, live music.
April 12-13
OFFICIAL BLUEBONNET FESTIVAL OF TEXAS
Texas Highway’s #7 Most Popular Festival! 400+ vendors, food, live music,
fun in the heart of bluebonnet country.
April 25-26
25th ANNUAL BURTON COTTON GIN FESTIVAL
Cotton era comes alive! Gin tours, parade, auctions, live music, folklife
demonstrations, tractor pull, petting zoo, contests and much more!
May 2-4
THE 124th BRENHAM MAIFEST
Presents “Country Flavors!”
Bring the entire family and enjoy one of the oldest German festivals in
Texas! A colorful parade, spectacular performances,“all you can eat” Blue
Bell ice cream with the Noon Lions Club, German food and live entertainment, quality arts and crafts booths, kids’ activities and lots of family fun!
June 1-July 13
44th ROUND TOP MUSIC FESTIVAL
Young musicians study and perform in a series of orchestra and chamber
music concerts with renowned faculty, conductors and soloists.
July 4
HEB Presents FIREWORKS-ON-THE-BRAZOS
Celebrate our nation’s independence where Texas declared her
independence! Live patriotic concert and a fireworks extravaganza.
July 4
CHAPPELL HILL’S 39th ANNUAL 4th of JULY PARADE
“Best Small Town Parade in America!” Featuring floats, cowboys, antique
cars, the renowned Marching Kazoo Band. Creative entries welcomed.
Prizes!
July 4
CHAPPELL HILL SUMMER COWBOY EVENT
V. T.“Cowboy”Williams Exhibit, cowboy demonstrators, pony rides, petting
zoo and children’s activities. Historic chuck wagon and trick roper.
July 5, 12, 19, 26
HOT NIGHTS, COOL TUNES CONCERT SERIES
Have a cool time around the historic downtown square in Brenham
to the sounds of live music.
July 19-20, 26-27; August 2-3, 9-10
13th ANNUAL CRUSH FOR FUN AT PLEASANT HILL WINERY
Get purple feet and a T-shirt:“I picked. I stomped. I made some wine.” Bring
the kids and your camera! Tour, tastings, activities have fees.
July 19-20, 26-27; August 2-3, 9-10
HARVEST GRAPE STOMP at WINDY WINERY
Enjoy hay rides, grape picking, barrel stomping,“Squeeze Me … Squish Me
… Happiness is Purple Feet”T-shirt! Don’t forget to take a picture with Desi
and Lucy. Tastings, food, activities have fees.
August 9
CHAPPELL HILL LAVENDER AND WINE FEST
Countryside neighborhood festival with Chappell Hill Lavender Farm and
Windy Winery, featuring tastings, crafts, vendors, music, lavender cuisine,
demonstrations and more.
September 13-20
146th WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR
“Oldest County Fair in Texas.” Shows, Rodeos, Music and Fun! Nashville
entertainment, carnival, crafts, food, livestock and poultry auctions,
commercial exhibits and attractions.
October 11-12
38th ANNUAL CHAPPELL HILL SCARECROW FESTIVAL
Enjoy the magical land of scarecrows and a pumpkin patch.
400 vendors, food, live music and family fun!
November 1-2
GRAND ART TRAIL & SALE
Follow the Trail from Caldwell to Somerville to Brenham to Bellville,
enjoying multiple art stops in each location. Paintings, pottery, sculpture,
photography and much more. Enjoy refreshments and music; discover
the work of both established and emerging artists.
November 15
WINE & POTTERY CELEBRATION
Enjoy the day blending two old world arts. At Bluebonnet Pottery, pick up
your handmade wine goblet. At Windy Winery see if you can find King
Arthur’s hidden gold by using your new goblet to taste wines released just
for this celebration.
November 22-23
HOLIDAY HOME TOUR & TRUNK SHOW
Heritage Belles in period dress guide guests through homes of historic or architectural note beautifully decorated for the holidays. Shop at the 1870s
Giddings Stone Mansion where dealers display unusual items to delight
everyone on your Christmas list.
December 5
BRENHAM CHRISTMAS STROLL & LIGHTED PARADE
Enjoy live entertainment and holiday shopping as you stroll along the
beautifully lighted downtown streets of Brenham. The lighted parade is
sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit.
December 6
CHAPPELL HILL CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Welcome the Christmas season with fun activities for the whole family.
Includes Teddy Bear Parade, downtown Christmas lighting, food and
vendors, local shops.
December 13
CHAPPELL HILL HOLIDAY HOME TOUR
Tour historic homes, churches and sites and enjoy lunch in the Rock Store.
For the most up-to-date listings and complete details, please visit our searchable Calendar of Events on www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com
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Facts
Town
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Brenham
at a Glance
City:
Brenham
County: Washington
State: Texas
Location
Financial Institutions
Banks: ................................................. 10
Credit Unions: ........................................3
On U.S. Highway 290 and Texas State Highway 36
Cities and Surrounding Areas
Utilities
City
Miles from Brenham
Bryan/College Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Austin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Temple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Waco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
San Antonio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Fort Worth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Burton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chappell Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Somerville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Bellville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Fayetteville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Hempstead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Navasota . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Caldwell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Giddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Sealy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Electricity Distributors:
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Inc.
City of Brenham
Water Sources: Lakes and Wells
Lake Somerville
Sewer:
Treatment Plant Type:
Secondary
Capacity (MGPD): 3.55
Present Load: 70%
Storm Sewer: YES
Coverage: 100%
Sanitary Sewer: YES
Coverage:100%
Solid Waste Disposal Type:
Transfer Station
Natural Gas:
City of Brenham
Communications/Media
Education
Number of School Districts .............................2
Number of Schools..........................................9
Major ISD .....................................Brenham ISD
Total Enrollment........................................5,260
Total Annual High School Graduates............262
Private/Parochial Schools ................................6
Colleges (State/Private) within 30 miles ..........3
Public Library Volumes...........................46,000
Washington County Covers 609 Square Miles
City of Brenham covers 10.14 Square Miles
Height above sea level 350’
Brenham Airport
Latitude: 30 degrees 13 mins 8 secs
Longitude: 96 degrees 22 mins 27 secs
January 50°
Temperature Average
July 85°
Annual 69°
Average Annual Rainfall 44.2”
Average Annual Snowfall 0.0”
Prevailing wind direction SSE
City
8,922
10,966
11,952
13,507
16,136
County
18,842
21,998
26,154
30,373
33,938
Facilities
Hotel/Motel/Resort ....13 - Rooms ..........640
Hospitals .....................1 - Beds................99
Clinics .........................4
Doctors .....................40
Dentists.....................20
Churches ...................73
Bed & Breakfast ........47 - Rooms ..........240
Recreational
Golf Courses ...............1
Museums ....................5
State Parks..................3
Type of Government...............Home Rule/City Manager
Police Department Personnel- full time..................33
Fire Department Personnel-full time ......................19
-volunteers .........................................................50
Pieces of equipment ..............................................10
Fire Insurance Key Rate ....................................$0.18
Transportation
Population
Year
1970
1980
1990
2000
2012
Taxes
Government
Climate
City Parks..........8
Railroads:
Burlington Northern and Santa Fe
Services include Piggyback and Switching
1 Motor Freight Carrier Terminal and
9 Motor Freight Carriers in the City
A privilege tax imposed on each taxable entity chartered/organized in Texas or doing business in Texas. (The tax rate
is 1 percent for most taxable entities)
Air:
Nearest Airport - Brenham Municipal
Runway length: 6,003 feet, asphalt surface
Nearest Airports with commercial services:
College Station (Easterwood) - 35 miles
Houston (Bush Intercontinental) - 76 miles
Austin (Bergstrom International) - 90 miles
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Real Property Tax (per $100 valuation)
Brenham- City ...........0.5632 ...........100%
County ......................0.4626 ...........100%
Blinn College...............0.0600 ..........100%
Brenham ISD ............1.1350 ...........100%
Burton ISD ................1.1700 ...........100%
Burton - City .............0.5000 ...........100%
Retail Sales Tax
State .........................6.25%
County ......................0.50%
City of Brenham ........1.50%
State Taxes
Corporate Income Tax: ..........................None
Individual Income Tax: ..........................None
Gasoline Tax (cents/gallon): ................$0.20
Revised Texas Franchise Tax (eff. 01/2008)
Motor Freight Carriers:
Central Freight Lines
Red Arrow Freight Lines
Roadway Express
Bus Services:
Kerrville Bus Lines
Brazos Valley Transit
Greyhound
Megabus.com
Newspapers:.........................Daily 1 - Weekly 0
Largest Newspaper:......Brenham Banner-Press
Circulation: ..............................................6,500
Radio Stations: ...............................................2
Television Stations: .........................................0
Cable TV available: YES ...............193 Channels
Telephone Service: ...................................AT&T
..............................................................Verizon
........................................................Suddenlink
Labor Analysis
Radius of Labor Drawing Area:.................... 75 miles
*Average unemployed: ....................................... 883
*Average unemployment rate ........................... 5.1%
Work Stoppages in the past five years .....................0
Manufacturing Workers In Unions:...................... 0%
*Annual averages for Washington County 2012
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Facts and Numbers
Brenham/Washington County
is conveniently located on Hwy. 290, 70 miles west of
Houston and 90 miles east of Austin. Only 40 miles south
of Bryan/College Station, home of the Bush Library.
To the southwest, San Antonio is 160 miles while the
Dallas/Fort Worth area is 210 miles to the north.
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Facts and Numbers
Helpful Numbers
Better Business Bureau
Bryan/College Station ......................................................800-392-3798
Houston.............................................................................877-468-9222
Brenham - City of
Airport ......................................................................................836-5462
Aquatic Center & Parks Department .....................................337-7250
Animal Shelter.........................................................................337-7351
City Hall....................................................................................337-7200
Collection Station....................................................................337-7455
Fire Department ......................................................................337-7300
Main Street Director ................................................................337-7384
Police Department ..................................................................337-7337
Utility Billing/New Service .....................................................337-7520
Utility Power Outages/Gas Leaks ...........................................337-7400
Recycling Center .....................................................................337-7454
Burton - City of
City Judge.................................................................................289-3402
Fire Department ......................................................................289-3473
Police Department ..................................................................289-3402
Brenham Housing Authority ........................................836-9221
Cable TV
Sudden Link Communications ..............................................836-6901
Bluebonnet Electric .........................................................800-842-7708
City of Brenham ......................................................................337-7200
Faith Mission/Higgins Branch ......................................830-1488
Government
Comptroller of Public Accounts .....................................800-252-5555
Department of Human Services ............................................836-7951
Department of Public Health ................................................836-1740
Poison Control ..................................................................713-654-1701
Social Security Admin. (local office) ....................................836-4581
Unemployment Filed (by phone) ..................................800-939-6631
Healthcare
Brenham Clinic .......................................................................836-6153
Brenham Orthopaedics ..........................................................251-8005
Community Health Center .....................................................251-9882
EMS ...........................................................................................277-6267
Liberty Dialysis ........................................................................353-4440
Optimum Rehabilitation.........................................................277-9935
Scott & White Hospital - Brenham .........................................337-5000
St. Joseph Superclinic .............................................................277-7125
Internet Providers
AT&T ..................................................................................888-792-3751
Texas Broadband Inc. .............................................................289-0148
Verizon......................................................................................830-1496
Libraries
Blinn College ...........................................................................830-4250
Nancy Carol Roberts Public Library .....................................337-7201
Media
Chamber of Commerce
Brenham/Washington County ...............................................836-3695
Chappell Hill............................................................................337-9910
Washington County Visitor Center.........................................836-3696
Brenham Banner Press Newspaper.......................................836-7956
KWHI 1280 AM/KTEX 106.1 FM .............................................836-3655
KLTR Lite FM and KTWL Texas Mix.......................................836-9411
Phone Companies
County Offices
Agriculture Extension .............................................................277-6212
Collection Station....................................................................277-6200
County Court House ...............................................................277-6200
Health & Sanitation.................................................................277-6290
Road & Bridge .........................................................................277-6275
Sheriff’s Department ...............................................................277-6251
Economic Development Foundation ..........................836-8927
Electric Service
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AT&T ..................................................................................832-722-5294
Verizon......................................................................................830-1496
Post Offices
Brenham...................................................................................836-2652
Burton.......................................................................................289-4661
Chappell Hill............................................................................836-6844
Washington .......................................................................936-878-2324
Facts and Numbers
Propane Gas
Brenham L-P Gas .....................................................................836-2331
Fayetteville Propane................................................................836-7044
Public Schools
Brenham ISD Administration .................................................277-3700
Blinn College ...........................................................................830-4000
Burton ISD Administration .....................................................289-3131
Tax Office & Appraisal ............................................................277-3740
Community Ed.........................................................................277-3895
Transportation
Brazos Valley Transit .........................................................800-272-0039
Brenham Mobility ...................................................................251-1660
Brenham Municipal Airport ...................................................836-5462
Brenham Taxi Service ......................................................713-367-9755
Driver’s License Office ............................................................836-2020
Highway Patrol Service...........................................................836-1975
Texas Department of Transportation:
Local Road Conditions...........................................................836-9359
State Road Conditions .....................................................800-452-9292
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Trash
Curb Your Recycling................................................................203-7135
Budget Rolloff Service .....................................................877-397-6556
Republic Services....................................................................277-0811
Texas Commercial Waste .................................................800-299-7171
Premier Metal Buyers..............................................................830-9060
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Water
Bluebonnet Rural Water Corp Northeast W.C. ......................277-7231
City of Brenham ......................................................................337-7434
Oldest Public School District in Texas
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Area Code 979 unless otherwise indicated
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CO M M U N I TY
Health Care
“Special Deliveries.” A variety of services and
courses are available through the Center. The
Birth Center’s technology includes a high-tech
infant security system and a state-of-the-art
fetal monitoring system. The Birth Center staff
has more than 500 years of combined nursing
experience and a passion to provide the best
care for both moms and babies.
Brenham residents are fortunate to have
many excellent choices for health care
providers: from hospitals and clinics to a wide
range of specialists, to home health care
services, nursing homes and more. In this
article, you can read about the three major
systems in our local health care community.
Scott & White Hospital-Brenham,
The hospital also offers a complete
menu of surgical procedures, both inpatient
and outpatient. Some of the newest
procedures offered in the hospital’s Surgical
Center
include: quad-sparing
knee
replacements, coblation tonsillectomies, and
minimally-invasive laser prostate surgery.
part of the nationally recognized Baylor Scott
& White Healthcare System, provides
Washington County residents with a unique
combination of small-town attention and
world-class care.
As our community continues to grow,
Scott & White Hospital – Brenham will
continue to provide the highest quality acute
care services for Washington County and the
surrounding area.The hospital plays a critical
role in Southeast Texas healthcare as it is the
only trauma center on U.S. Highway 290
between Houston and Austin.
Scott and White’s healthcare services in
Brenham are constantly evolving and
improving in order to meet the needs of the
community. In 2010, Scott & White completed
renovations for a new cardiac lab, offering
a complete diagnostic stress-testing menu
that includes exercise stress tests,
pharmacologically induced stress tests,
nuclear stress tests, echocardiograms, cardiac
tilt table testing as well as arterial and
venous doppler exams. In 2011, Scott & White
opened a state-of-the-art Imaging Center
offering bone density testing as well as digital
mammography.
Happiness lies, first of all, in
health.
- George William Curtis
The only way to keep your
health is to eat what you don't
want, drink what you don't like,
and do what you’d rather not.
Scott & White Professional Center One, a
$5.9 million medical office complex, opened
on the hospital’s campus in 2009. The 30,000square-foot facility is now home to the Scott
& White Hwy. 290 Clinic, with physicians
specializing in primary care, allergy, cardiology, immunology,
orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology and internal medicine.
The hospital’s emergency department (ED) is designated a Level III
general trauma center, meeting standards set by the Texas Department
of State Health Services. As a Level III facility, Scott & White has the
staff, physicians and facilities capable of caring for a variety of
emergency patients without requiring transfers to larger facilities. In
addition, the emergency department has been recognized as a Level
III stroke center, making it one of only three facilities in the state to
earn the designation.
Scott & White’s Birth Center provides a beautiful backdrop for
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- Mark Twain
The specialists providing the procedures
include: general surgeons, a children’s dentist,
orthopedic surgeons, ophthalmologists,
otolaryngologists (ear, nose and throat),
OB/GYNs, podiatrists and urologists.
Scott & White Hospital, Scott & White
Family Practice, Scott & White Hwy. 290 Clinic,
Scott & White Wellness Center, Sleep
Diagnostics, and the S&W Physical
Rehabilitation Center all participate in a
rigorous survey process and are accredited by
the Joint Commission on Accreditation of
Healthcare Organizations.
Scott & White’s Wellness Center programs
and services include health fairs, an American
Diabetes Association-recognized Diabetes
Education Center, educational programs on
chronic health conditions, support groups,
nutrition education classes, and more.
The Scott & White Physical
Rehabilitation Center provides physical,
speech and occupational therapy by licensed
personnel in an accredited facility. Services
are provided for patients who are recovering
from a wide variety of illnesses and injuries.
The Scott & White Family Practice clinic provides primary care
services to the community. Patients are cared for by two boardcertified family practitioners, a board certified physician’s assistant,
and an experienced nursing staff.
Sleep Diagnostics offers diagnostic and therapeutic services for
patients complaining of sleepiness, insomnia and snoring. Specialists
at the facility perform outpatient diagnostic services in a hotel-like
atmosphere to assess patients’ sleep.
Each of these quality facilities unite to form Scott & White
Healthcare – Brenham, a network of care to ensure that our
Healthcare
community receives “the right care at the right time at the right place.”
For more information about Scott & White Healthcare, visit
brenham.sw.org.
tests and diagnostic imaging completed, as well as see a doctor on a
walk-in basis in one location, all at the new St. Joseph “Superclinic” in
Brenham.
Brenham Clinic has been faithfully and compassionately serving
Washington and surrounding counties for the past 57 years. The
founders of Brenham Clinic, Dr.W.F. Hasskarl, Sr., Dr.W.F. Hasskarl, Jr., and
Dr. Thomas Giddings, began with a shared passion for providing highquality healthcare to the Washington County area. For over half a
century, their vision has served as the guiding force for the Brenham
Clinic.The clinic has grown into a multi-specialty facility that is home
to 15 dedicated physicians and a team of healthcare experts who
utilize advanced medical technology and techniques to care for the
members of our community.
The new clinic incorporates three medical services in one building:
a family medicine practice, a St. Joseph Express walk-in clinic, and a
diagnostic center.The 9,400 square-foot medical building is located at
110 Highway 290, on the westbound feeder Road in Brenham near
Progress Drive.
Today, the Brenham Clinic touches more lives than ever before. It
has expanded its facilities, service lines, and programs to provide the
advanced level of care you expect, close to home. These amenities
include a full laboratory, digital radiology, personalized women’s health
services, and advanced diagnostic imaging and MRI services through
the Hasskarl-Giddings Imaging Center.
The Clinic’s physicians work with a talented staff of healthcare
professionals to provide experienced diagnosis and treatment in the
fields of Family Practice, General Surgery, Internal Medicine,
Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics and Radiology. Through its affiliation
with College Station Medical Center, additional medical specialties
are also available in the fields of Cardiology, Orthopedic Surgery,
ENT/Otolaryngology, Audiology, Allergy, Nephrology, Neurology,
Neurosurgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Physical Medicine, Pain
Management, Oncology, Rheumatology and Urology.
The Family Medicine Office features Jacques Mamigonian, M.D.
Known by his patients as “Dr. Jack,” he is a board-certified Family
Medicine physician who has been with St. Joseph for more than three
years. In addition, the clinic features visiting specialists each week
including Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiology, ENT, and
Obstetrics/GYN.
The “Superclinic” is home to St. Joseph Express-Brenham, designed
for people who have an immediate need to see a physician, but can’t
get in to see their regular doctor. The Express office is open every day,
including holidays. Express hours are typically 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. MondayFriday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays and
holidays.
The medical complex also houses a diagnostic center offering
laboratory services and imaging center with X-ray and CT imaging
services available. On-site lab and imaging provides quicker test
results for physicians and prompt care for patients.
St. Joseph has a long history with Brenham and Washington County.
Their goal is to provide convenient access to health care with the kind
of service Brenham residents have come to expect from St. Joseph.”
St. Joseph was established in 1936 and has clinical locations across
the Brazos Valley, including four hospitals, two nursing homes, two
walk-in clinics, and more than a dozen family medicine clinics.
Among the Brenham Clinic’s proudest accomplishments is one
designed especially for the care and comfort of women. The Clinic
was the first in the community to introduce advanced digital
mammography technology and “same-day reads” at the HasskarlGiddings Imaging Center. This comprehensive breast diagnostic
program allows women to receive their digital mammogram and their
preliminary results on the same day, relieving the anxiety and worry
that are common while waiting on mammography results.
EMS
The facility provides a warm, serene and comfortable environment
for women during their mammogram appointments. Each
mammogram is immediately reviewed by Dr. John McIntire, a boardcertified radiologist with over 30 years of experience in diagnostic
radiology. Dr. McIntire meets with each patient to explain their results
and what steps, if any need to be taken.
The Washington County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has
become state-recognized as a leader in Texas. The department’s
innovative and progressive management allows for unparalleled
emergency medicine for its community and visitors. The department
operates as a Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Department, the
highest license available by the Texas Dept. of State Health Services.
The work of the Brenham Clinic doesn’t end at its front doors. It
continues in the community through the support and sponsorship of
numerous organizations, groups, businesses, and events benefiting
Washington County. One of the Brenham Clinic’s signature events is
the annual “Paint the Town Pink” celebration in October, which
supports breast cancer awareness and the importance of early
detection.
The EMS handles over 650 square miles of rural Texas and responds
to over 5,100 emergency calls. It is the only all MICU Level EMS
Provider in the Brazos Valley. In 2011, the department became one of
the 2% of EMS providers in the country that carry a life-saving
medication known as TNkase (clot buster). In 2013, it became a part
of even a narrower group when it initiated its new field blood
administration program. Less than 1% of EMS departments in the U.S.
have the ability to administer blood products to dying trauma patients
in the field.
Over the past 57 years, the Brenham Clinic has made a difference
in countless lives. The Clinic is especially proud of its heritage and
the role they play in shaping the health and well-being of the
community every day.The Clinic’s pledge to you is that it will continue
to honor the vision of its founding physicians in striving for excellence
in healthcare for anyone and everyone in need.
St. Joseph “SuperClinic” opened its doors in Brenham in 2012.
Now Washington County residents have the ability to make
appointments with a family medicine doctor, see specialists, have lab
All of these great medical care providers located in Brenham
combine to offer a full-range of health care services, as needed by any
resident of any age.
The department operates one of the only advanced life-support
special operations teams in the state. The focus of this division is to
provide advanced emergency medicine to unfortunate and unusual
circumstances. Providing water rescue boat-based and land rescue
(high angle) paramedics to Washington County and surrounding
areas.
The department also operates one of the only full ALS Tactical
Medicine Programs that provides direct care to the Brenham PD SWAT
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Healthcare
Operations. The division has 15 highly-trained water rescue
technicians that in 2008 became part of the world-renowned Texas
Task Force 1 US&R Team.
Recently the department has expanded its role into the Community
Paramedicine field. This program focuses on improving overall health
of a community and saving precious healthcare dollars within a
community. The program specifically targets high risk areas of the
healthcare populations and improves efficiencies within the system.
The EMS has received numerous state and national awards for its
accomplishments including being named 2007 "State EMS Provider
of the Year, 2007 State EMS Administrator of the Year Award, 2010 State
Injury Prevention Award, and the 2011 Brazos Valley Regional
Advisory Council Member of the Year.
FIRE
The Brenham Fire Department was created by City ordinance on
June 10, 1867. The company was founded, on the surface, to protect
against fire, but in actuality, it was created as a military organization to
protect the lives and property of citizens from Union soldiers stationed
here during the Reconstruction era.
In May, 1879, the BFD became the proud owner of a new Silsby
Steam Engine, which could pump 600 gallons per minute. It was
designed to be drawn by hand or by horses. The historically preserved
engine now sits in a special exhibit next door to the Brenham Heritage
Museum.
The current BFD has 15 paid Fireman including a Fire Chief, Deputy
Chief/Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, 3 Captains and 9 Apparatus
Operators, plus an administrative assistant and over 50 volunteers. The
BFD responds to over 500 emergency calls a year. They provide rescue
services, first-responder fire suppression, technical rescue and
hazardous materials mitigation within Washington County. The BFD
performs smoke detector service checks, home fire safety assessments,
pre-incident planning surveys, and flood water removal services within
the City.
The Fire Marshal’s Office works with contractors to assist in code
compliance for fire alarms and suppression systems being installed
in new and remodeled commercial and industrial buildings.
During Fire Prevention Month in October, the BFD educates
children from Pre-K through 4th grade about fire safety presented by
the Fire Marshal, BFD staff members and Mascot, Sparky.
Also offered are Department and Museum tours, County Fair
Presentations, National Night Out visits, employee training for
businesses & industries with hands-on operating of a Fire Extinguisher.
The members of the BFD own and operate the Fireman’s Training
Center. This popular facility provides an important service to the
community and is utilized year-round for social and business events.
Dept. members host two annual fundraisers: Spring Fish Fry and
Fireman’s Fiesta held in August. The BFD Ladies Auxiliary is a huge
support to the Department with generous donations from profits of
their own fundraisers.
With a rich heritage and many accomplishments to their credit, the
members of the Brenham Fire Department look forward to an even
greater future with the same objectives as in 1867, “To Serve the
Community.”
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Local Economy
AN
EX PAN D I N G
A total of 2,033 new jobs have been
added to the payroll during the period
2000 to 2012, with most of those occurring
in the areas of manufacturing, professional services, retail, wholesale and
governmental.
Growing Businesses
and the Community
According to studies done by the
Houston Branch of the Federal Reserve
Bank of Dallas, Washington County has
one of "the most solid" economies for a
rural community in Texas. Washington
County's healthy economy is bolstered by
a number of factors: population growth,
job creation, diversity of employment,
location, retail sector, tourism, comparatively low taxes, and a superb quality
of life.
Due to the upsurge of nearby major
metropolitan areas and a shift in the job
market, the population in Washington
County saw a resurgence in the last two
decades. From 2000 to 2012, the
population in the county increased by
12% from 30,373 to 33,938. During the
same time period Texas had an increase of
23%. This population growth is not only a
result of a healthy economy, but also a
quality of life that attracts both businesses
and families.
Some regard private enterprise as
if it were a predatory tiger to be
shot. Others look upon it as a cow
that they can milk. Only a handful
see it for what it really is...a strong
horse that pulls the whole cart.
As an example of business growth, 36
major expansions have occurred since
2000 by local manufacturers and a
substantially increased number of retail
establishments have called Washington
County home.
Coupled with an influx of outside
dollars (primarily from tourism) and its
increase in population, Washington
County has witnessed a 68.1% increase in
gross sales during the period 2002 to 2012
(from $1,087,888,518 total annual sales to
$1,829,677,768). Tied with increases in
local sales, the county possesses strong
export sales, including oil & gas,
manufacturing, wholesale, and retail to
outside residents.
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- Winston Churchill
A remarkable diversity allows our local
economy to be independent of single
industry fluctuations, thus avoiding the
severe economic downturns that some
rural communities experience. Currently,
Washington County supports a labor
force of just over 17,400 employees
and has experienced an average unemployment rate of 5.5% over the past
five years.
Brenham State Supported Living Center
and Blue Bell Creameries rank as the
county's largest employers. Major manufacturers and wholesalers include
Tempur-Sealy, Valmont
Industries,
Emerson, RR Donnelly, Brenham
Wholesale Grocery, and MIC Group. Other
major employers include the educational
systems, prim-arily Blinn College and
Brenham ISD;
and professional
businesses,
including
Germania
Insurance’s state headquarters and Scott
& White Hospital-Brenham.
The average household income in the
county was $58,392, according to the U.S.
Census. As an example of economic
growth, the Bureau of Economic Analysis
recently released numbers that showed
Total Personal Income in Washington
County had risen by 86% from 2000 to
2012. This figure ranks above other
communities in the region. The TPI
combined with a comparatively low tax
rate equates to a standard of living
attractive both to employers and
employees.

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