Your Community Newspaper , Serving the Heart of the Rio Grande Valley WEEK OF JULY 23, 2014 THROUGH JULY 29, 2014 Classified ............... pg. 5 Cricket’s Corner ...... pg. 5 www.laferianews.net Rudy Garza Funerals, Inc. La FeRIa 317 S. MaIn (956) 797-3122 800-425-8202 Family Owned and Operated by The Rudy Garza Family Packages starting at $2995 with casket Our Family Serving your Family Complete Auto Collision Repair Facility Free Insurance Estimates 3400 W Expressway 83 La Feria, TX 78559 PH: 956.797.2525 www.collisionstop.com Javier Trevino D.D.S. • Digital X Rays • Dentures • Teeth Whitening Welcoming New Patients Dentistry for all Members of the Family 100 S. Main Street La Feria, Texas Ph: (956)797-4444 Now Open Monday - Saturday • Crowns • Bridges Call for an Appointment Today! page 7 page 4 Fourth Endangered Ocelot Killed on State Hwy 100 ‘Locos’ Anglin’ for Shark VOLUME 91 NUMBER 30 (956) 365-1000 harlingenmedicalcenter.com 5501 S. Expressway 77 Harlingen, TX Formerly known as HATCU Same great quality service! Great Loan Rates Local Decisions Community Involvement (956) 423-5792 www.rgvcu.coop This Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. (956) 423-5792 www.rgvcu.coop Member FDIC The only Community Bank with locations in Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy Counties Board Rescinds Mandatory Volunteerism La Feria School Board met on July 14 for the regularly scheduled meet- ing. among the item actions was the hot-button topic of volunteer hours required for graduation. The board unanimously voted to rescind the requirement but plan to look into offering a reward program for students who still fulfill the 125 hours previously required. Over the course of the year the subject had been approached by several parents at board meetings as well as being privately brought to the attention of administrative staff. School Board President Juan Briones noted that when the deci- sion was made it was with the idea of focusing on an ideal student but noted that the board recognized that outside requirements can make it difficult for students to achieve the required hours. extra-curricular ac- tivities, work or family responsibili- ties had previously been mentioned as taking from the time required and were mentioned again by Briones. all board members acknowledged that the requirement was made with the best of intentions but wanted to make sure that no student was denied a diploma because of outside forces. Gloria Casas spoke up in defense of the requirement though she did note that two families of the esti- mated ten that she spoke with didn’t know that the program existed. She ‘Voluntold’ graduation requirement dropped, 5% increase in pay approved ► CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Lieutenant Rudy Delgado and Constable Cesar R. Diaz discuss preparation plans. Cameron County Harlingen Annex on Wilson Road in Harlingen serves as an office for Cameron County Constables Officers. istorically, late august and September are the months the Texas Coast has the high- est probability of tropical storms. People still talk about the devastating “no-name” storm of 1933 and Beulah in 1967, and several others. aware of this, all Valley law-enforcement agen- cies get on high alert with stepped-up preparation and contingency planning. Constable Cesar R. Diaz and Lieutenant Rudy Delgado explained how the officers of his department blend in with the other agencies in times of emergency. Con- stable Diaz has 19 years with the county, and Lieutenant Delgado has served for 24 years on the force. The Cameron County Constables and deputies play a vital part in the overall emergency coor- dination among police departments, DPS, state and federal agencies. Constable Diaz talks Preparedness ‘My officers are always on call’ Story and photos by Bill Keltner ► CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 H Local Auditions for Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento Saturday, July 19, 2014 at the McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 Registration From 10am-1pm Auditions From 11am-4pm. Producers from Tengo Talento will be on site to audition local talent. Each participant has a chance to be called back by the producers for a national audition in Los Angeles, CA. The grand prize will be $100,000 and a talent management contract backed by Estrella TV. For more information visit http://ten- gotalento.estrellatv.com
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Your Community Newspaper, Serving the Heart of the Rio Grande Valley
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Fourth Endangered
Ocelot Killed on
State Hwy 100
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Formerly known as HATCU
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Great Loan RatesLocal Decisions
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This Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration.
(956) 423-5792www.rgvcu.coop
Formerly known as HATCU
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Board Rescinds Mandatory VolunteerismLa Feria School Board met on July
14 for the regularly scheduled meet-ing. among the item actions was the hot-button topic of volunteer hours required for graduation.
The board unanimously voted to rescind the requirement but plan to look into offering a reward program for students who still fulfill the 125 hours previously required.
Over the course of the year the subject had been approached by
several parents at board meetings as well as being privately brought to the attention of administrative staff.
School Board President Juan Briones noted that when the deci-sion was made it was with the idea of focusing on an ideal student but noted that the board recognized that
outside requirements can make it difficult for students to achieve the required hours. extra-curricular ac-tivities, work or family responsibili-ties had previously been mentioned as taking from the time required and were mentioned again by Briones.
all board members acknowledged
that the requirement was made with the best of intentions but wanted to make sure that no student was denied a diploma because of outside forces.
Gloria Casas spoke up in defense of the requirement though she did note that two families of the esti-mated ten that she spoke with didn’t know that the program existed. She
‘Voluntold’ graduation requirement dropped, 5% increase in pay approved
► CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Lieutenant Rudy Delgado and Constable Cesar R. Diaz discuss preparation plans.
Cameron County Harlingen Annex on Wilson Road in Harlingen serves as an office for Cameron County Constables Officers.
istorically, late august and September are the months the Texas Coast has the high-est probability of tropical storms. People
still talk about the devastating “no-name” storm of 1933 and Beulah in 1967, and several others.
aware of this, all Valley law-enforcement agen-cies get on high alert with stepped-up preparation and contingency planning. Constable Cesar R. Diaz and Lieutenant Rudy Delgado explained how the officers of his department blend in with the other agencies in times of emergency. Con-stable Diaz has 19 years with the county, and Lieutenant Delgado has served for 24 years on the force.
The Cameron County Constables and deputies play a vital part in the overall emergency coor-dination among police departments, DPS, state and federal agencies.
Constable Diaz talks Preparedness‘My officers arealways on call’
Story and photos by Bill Keltner
► CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
H
Local Auditions for
Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento
Saturday, July 19, 2014at the McAllen Convention
Center,700 Convention Center Blvd.
McAllen, TX 78501
RegistrationFrom 10am-1pm
AuditionsFrom 11am-4pm.
Producers from Tengo Talento will be on site to audition local talent. Each participant has a chance to be called back by the producers for a national
audition in Los Angeles, CA. The grand prize will be $100,000 and a
talent management contract backed by Estrella TV.
For more information visit http://ten-gotalento.estrellatv.com
went on to note that she took it as a personal failure that they did not follow up on the progress of the program so that there were never any graduates of the program itself.
“I want it noted on the record that I am taking this as a personal failure,” Mrs. Casas stated.
Board member Javier Loredo responded by say-ing, “That will be on the record because it is an open meeting, but I also want it on the record that this wasn’t a failure by any one person. We as a group failed to make sure that this program was a success.
“At the same time, the kids shouldn’t be the ones to suffer because of it so it is really the right thing that we are doing (by rescinding the policy).”
Vice-Pres ident Alan Moore summarized the pro-ceedings by noting, “There is just something contradic-tory about mandatory and voluntary. The two are in conflict with each other and we had the best intentions but it isn’t doing what he had hoped and we don’t want it to be a problem for our students so we need to do something about it.”
Pancho Cobarrubias moved to put the action to
a vote and the board passes the measure with no op-position.
The board also agreed to a 5% budgetary increase in pay to bring the pay to a competitive rate with a simi-lar market and also the add equality to some positions.
Superintendent Raymun-do (Rey) P. Villarreal, Jr. noted that some similar positions, even on the same campus, have a major dis-parity in pay. The budget adjustment will allow the school district to remedy that.
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n the last article we talked about our definition of homesteading. Here we’d like to address reasons WHY people homestead. If you were going to
homestead, what would be your reason? Do you want to work in the peaceful outdoors? Are you prepar-ing for a zombie apocalypse? Do you imagine your-self surrounded by adorable baby animals? Although these may seem like good reasons for homesteading, there are more practical reasons, such as:
*Growing and raising your own food: Whether it is meat or vegetable, growing your own food has many benefits. You’ll be less dependent on others for your food, it can be grown and raised organically, and it can be fresh and free of preservatives. You would also be able to incorporate unique varieties of fruits and vege-tables (such as purple carrots) that would not normally be found in your local grocery store.
*Increased physical activity: homesteading is a life-style, a lifestyle that is full of physical activity. Taking care of animals, gardening, building projects… all of this requires labor intensive work. Running a home-stead is a full body workout. Not only will you be-come physically active, but the activities you do will produce tangible results. Many people enjoy building projects and working with their hands; homesteading gives them the opportunity to do just that.
*General preparedness: We all know the damag-ing effects of a natural disaster, such as a hurricane or tornado. Homesteading is about self sustaining and being able to take care of yourself in a natural or un-natural disaster.
Those are three main reasons for homesteading. There many more, and your reasons might be differ-ent.
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City Commission MeetingCommission Meeting Room at115 E. Commercial Avenue La Feria, TX
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La Feria High School Band Students get recognized at the School Board Meeting on July 14, 2014 for their outstanding performances at the UIL State Solo and Ensemble Contest.
Board Rescinds Mandatory Volunteerism► CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
► CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
Band members Recognized
“Should a hurricane strike land this year, we’re much better prepared and ready,” asserted
Cameron County Pct 5 Constable Cesar R. Diaz. “My precinct has tripled in size with the absorption of the old Precinct 7 last year,” he said. “We cover the county from the Willacy and Hidalgo county lines, down to the river; we now are the largest precinct in the county.”
The Constable made an interesting comment: He said, “If a devastating storm, for example, comes ashore--you can forget county lines, city limits or procedure; in times like those, we are ‘Valley-wide’-- responding to any needs, anywhere. Sometimes, we help fellow officers; sometimes we de-liver water and emergency food to remote, isolated areas. All of us respond to calls for help; we’re like a police brotherhood.”
“With the expansion of Precinct 5,” he added, “we now operate from our offic-es in La Feria and Harlingen with eight fully-commis-sioned officers, six reserve officers and two secretaries; We are in much better shape now to deal with any kind
of emergency, disaster or crime problems. I divide my time between the two offices.”
As far as equipment, the Constable said their work load has tripled, but he now has eight marked patrol units and one unmarked
police unit patrolling and available.. The staff of of-ficers include: 1 lieutenant/investigative, 1 lieutenant/administrative, 5 patrol deputies, 1 patrol sergeant and 2 office clerks in the La Feria and Harlingen offices.
“Should an emergency be declared for our area, our department will work under the emergency management lead of Cameron County Judge Carlos Cascos,” Diaz said.
“At such times, we work along with the Sheriff’s Of-fice to cover all rural areas in the county.
“Tell your readers,” he said, “that should they need any kind of help during emergencies, or any type of law enforcement problem, they can call our office in La Feria or Harlingen.” The La Feria number is (956) 797-1180. Contact the Harlingen office at (956) 427-8051
Constable Diaz talks Preparedness
Constable Diaz divides his time between his La Feria and Harlingen Offices.
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Think about this:“One thing you can learn by watching
the clock is that it passes time by keeping its hands busy.”
“He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.”
Proverbs 18:9
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David Lee Sloan, 71, formerly of Colfax and Bloom-ington, IL and currently of La Feria, TX, passed away on Sunday June 22, 201 at the Valley Baptist Medical Center, Harlingen, TX
Visitation will be on Sunday, July 20, 2014 from 1—3P.M. at Beck Memo-rial Home in Bloomington, IL. Funeral services will be on Sunday, at 3:00pm fol-lowing the visitation at the
memorial home. A private family inurnment will follow at Park Hill Cemetery in Bloomington, IL. Memorial con-tributions may be made to the Community Cancer Center, 407 East Vernon Avenue, Normal, Il 61701 or the Valley Baptist Medical Center MICU, 2101 Pease St, Harlingen, TX 78550, in his honor. Beck Memorial Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
He was born on May 22, 1943 in Lincoln, IL, son of Eber and Imogene Charles Sloan. He married Darlene Huff on November 10, 1961 in Bloomington, IL; she preceded him in death on July 12, 2013.
Surviving are his two daughters, Diana (Tony) Witte, Bloomington, IL, and Denise (Keith Jackson) Sloan, Le-Roy, IL. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Calyn and Sam Witte both of Bloomington, IL; his sister, Barbara (Larry) Howard of Anchor, IL; his sister-in-law, Evelyn Sloan of Kentucky; several nieces and nephews, and his beloved cat, Bailey. David is preceded in death by both of his parents, one brother, Bob Sloan, and his infant twin sister, Linda Sloan who passed away at birth.
David was a Town of Normal Employee for many years.
He started his excavating career with Winstead Ex-cavating; and later worked for West Construction. With the experience he gained while working in the excavat-ing and construction industry, David decided it would be best to own and operate his own enterprise, opening Sloan Excavating in the 1970’s and D & A Foundations in the 1990’s. Along side with his loving wife Darlene, they partnered together having a very enjoyable career together with the excavation company up until their re-tirement in the fall of 2004. He was a long time member of Operating Engineers Local 649. David was an avid NHRA and St. Louis Cardinals Baseball fan.
He will be greatly missed by his loving family and wonderful friends from the Bloomington/Normal, Il; as well as his many close friends in South Texas Haven in La Feria, TX. There will be a celebration of his life later in the fall of 2014 at the club house in South Texas Haven in La Feria, TX.
Please view and leave condolences online at www.beckmemorial.com.
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Silver Spring, Maryland – The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that the Gladys Porter Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.
“By meeting Association of Zoos and Aquariums Accredita-tion Standards, Gladys Porter Zoo sets itself apart as one of the top zoos in the world,” said AZA President and CEO Jim Maddy. “The Gladys Porter Zoo is a leader in the care and conservation of wildlife, and in educating people about the natural world.”
To be accredited, the Gladys Porter Zoo underwent a thorough review to ensure it has and will continue to meet ever-rising standards, which include animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, and safety. AZA requires zoos and aquariums to successfully complete this rigorous accredita-tion process every five years in order to be members of the Association.
The accreditation process includes a detailed application and a meticulous on-site inspection by a team of trained zoo and aquarium professionals. The inspecting team observes all aspects of the institution’s operation, including animal care; keeper training; safety for visitors, staff and animals; educa-tional programs; conservation efforts; veterinary programs; financial stability; risk management; visitor services; and other areas. Finally, top officials are interviewed at a formal hearing of AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission, after which accreditation is granted, tabled, or denied. Any institution that is denied may reapply one year after the Commission’s deci-sion is made.
Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting an institution dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, please visit www.aza.org.
CHAPLAINS OFFER BEREAVEMENT
SUPPORT GROUPS TO CONSOLE THOSE
GRIEVING LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
The Chaplains at the Valley Baptist Department of Pastoral Services also offer three Bereavement Support Groups, which are free and open to the public, for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one:
• BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - This group is designed to give tools and support to those who are grieving. The group meets at Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen, in the Boggus Education Pavilion, across the street from the Emergency Room, in Room 1 on the first four Tuesdays of every month, at 6 p.m.
• BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP F O R PA R E N T S W H O H AV E EXPERIENCED THE LOSS OF A BABY - This group is for parents who are experiencing the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death.
• C O M PA S S I O N AT E F R I E N D S SUPPORT GROUP - This group is for parents who have lost a child / children, no matter the age of the child. The group meets the 1st Tuesday of odd number months (January, March, May, July, September, and November) from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Boggus Education Pavilion, Room 5.
For more information on any of the support groups, please contact Valley Baptist Pastoral Services at (956) 389-1194.
Co-Offensive Coordinators: Dario Sanchez & Everardo Sanchez Superintendent: Mr. Raymundo Villarreal Defensive Coordinator: Ruben Zambrano Principal: Mr. Isaac Rodriguez Varsity Assistant Coaches: Assistant Principal: Mrs. Mirella Livingston John Martinez, Matt Molina, Rey Trevino, Assistant Principal: Mr. Adan Cortez Angel Martinez, Jaime Acuna, Erik Villagomez Video: Joe Martinez Athletic Trainer: Richard Nunez
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Top left: JP Cantu with a 6’ 8” Bull Shark. Top right: Raul Hernandez with a 6’3” Bull Shark.
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Sweet little Sonia is newSonia is new and is about 18-months old and a poodle/terrier mix maybe. She got shaved down at shelter so she doesn’t have much hair right now but it’ll grow back. She has 2 sets of vaccinations and is heartworm negative. She is now spayed and ready for a home. She is only 5 lbs. and she is quiet, friendly, well behaved and fine with other dogs.
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La Feria Independent School DistrictPublic Notice
La Feria Independent School District Registration Guidelines1. All registrants must bring proof of residency, such as original utility bills that show a physical address. An exhibit C Form is needed if the utility bill is not under child’s parent’s name.2. Drivers Licenses will not be acceptable as proof of residency. 3. A parent or legal guardian must attend registration with their child. If a family has more than one student at the Jr. High and Dominguez Elementary, they may reg-ister at the same time. 4. New to District must provide: birth certificate, Social Security Card, Up-to-date immunizations record.5. Parents or guardians of Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 students must provide 2011 income tax return with child’s name and W-2 attached or current Food Stamp or Medicaid letter with child’s name.6. Parents or guardians of Pre-K 4 Paid Tuition students must bring a copy of their acceptance letter.7. Parents of Pre-K3 students must qualify through the Head Start Program, prior to registering. For questions about Head Start, please contact Mrs. Chavez at 956-797-1582. 8. Returning students must be in compliance with dress code to register.9. Students registering for the La Feria Academy must have a referral letter from a La Feria High School counselor.
Directrices de registro del distrito escolar de La Feria1. Todos registrantes necesitan traer prueba de residencia, como los cobros originales que enseñan el domicilio. Una forma del objeto expuesto C es necesaria si la cuenta para servicios públicos no está bajo nombre del padre del niño.2. Licencias de conductores no serán aceptables como prueba de residencia.3. Un padre o guardián legal debe asistir a registro con su/s hijo/s. Si una familia tiene más de un estudiante en la escuela W.B. Green Jr. High o Noemi Dominguez Elementary, pueden registrar al mismo tiempo.4. Nuevos al distrito deben proporcionar: certificado de nacimiento, tarjeta de Seguro Social, registro de vacunas actualizado.5. Los padres o guardianes de los estudiantes de Pre-K3 y Pre-K4 deben presentar su declaración de impuesto federal con el nombre de su/s hijo/s o la carta de las es-tampillas o carta del Medicaid con el nombre de su/s hijo/s.6. Los padres o guardianes de los estudiantes de Pre-K4 Programa Pagado deben presentar su carta de aceptación.7. Los padres o guardianes de los estudiantes de Pre-K3 necesitan cualificar para el programa de Head Start antes de registrar. Preguntas tocantes el programa de Head Start, llame a la Sra. Chavez al 956-797-1582.8. Los estudiantes que regresan deben ser en cumplimiento con el código de vestimenta para registrar.9.Los alumnos que quieren inscribirse en la Academia de La Feria deben tener una carta de remisión de un consejero de la escuela secundaria de La Feria.
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Notice of Public HearingCity of La Feria
Planning & Zoning Commission
On Monday, August 4, 2014, the City of La Feria Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for the re-plat of Lot 1, Block 3, La Siesta Estates Subdivision Phase I.
Lot 1, Block 3, La Siesta Estates Subdivision is Phase II of a two-phase subdivision located on FM 2556, south of the Arroyo Colorado in the extra-territorial jurisdic-tion of the City of La Feria. The subdivision was platted with Cameron County in January, 2011. Phase I contains 60 lots intended for single family residential homes including mobile homes.
Phase II, Lot 1, Block 3, La Siesta Estates Subdivision is being re-platted into 51 lots also intended for single family residential homes including mobile homes. The lots, all approximately one-half acre each, will be provided water by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation and sewer through on-site sewer facilities (OSSF’s).
The public hearing will be held at 6:00 PM. in the City Commission Meeting Room, 115 E. Commercial Ave, La Feria, TX. All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearing to voice their opinion regarding the re-plat of Phase II of La Siesta Estates Subdivision. Interested persons may also submit written tes-timony to:
City of La FeriaAttn: Planning Department115 E. Commercial Ave.La Feria, TX 78559-5002
The La Feria City Commission Meeting Room is wheelchair accessible and acces-sible parking space is available. Persons with disabilities or who require auxiliary aids or services to participate in this hearing should contact the City Secretary two days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
To request additional information, please contact Paula M. Rodriguez, City of La Feria Planning and Community Development Director at (956) 797-2261.
PUBLIC NOTICE
DECLARING MOTOR VEHICLE ABANDONED
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the provisions of Article V of the Texas
Abatement Act. V.C.S. 447-9a, Sec. 5.05, We hereby
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described motor vehicles:
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The registered owner of the lienholder has the right
to claim the motor vehicle within ten (10) days from
the date of this publication by payment of all towing,
notification, preservation and storage charges, and a
release for the impounding law enforcement agency.
Unclaimed vehicles will be turned over to the Police
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A male ocelot was killed on State Highway 100 be-tween Laguna Vista and Los Fresnos, Texas, on July 9, 2014. The cat was dis-covered by a member of the public who reported the incident to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service). Found along the concrete traffic barrier, the wild cat’s injuries are consistent with a vehicular collision. It is the fourth documented endangered ocelot killed by a vehicle on this stretch of highway and is the third in the last four years since the concrete traffic barrier was constructed.
The ocelot was one of 12 being monitored by the Service at Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge). The loss of this ocelot is significant in that he was 20% of the current breeding male population at the Refuge. Ocelots are
a federally listed endan-gered species whose historic range in the U.S. extended from South Texas up into Arkansas and Louisiana, but is now reduced to less than 50 animals, mostly in south Texas. Though loss of habitat is the single greatest
threat to the cats, an esti-mated 40% of ocelots from the Refuge, studied over a 30-year period, have died as a result of being struck by a vehicle.
“We believe the concrete barrier is contributing to the increase in ocelot deaths by
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vehicles in this area” stated Laguna Atascosa Refuge Manager Boyd Blihovde. “Many animals will not, or cannot, jump them, get trapped on the road and pose a danger to drivers and themselves. We have been working with the Texas De-partment of Transportation on constructing wildlife crossings, but clearly more needs to be done”.
For the wild population to stay healthy and genetically diverse, ocelots from the Refuge need to travel and meet up with ocelots from other populations. Cross-ing roads and highways is a deadly hazard for the cats.
Scientific studies have shown that wildlife cross-ings, an under-the-road pas-sage with fencing to funnel animals to it, are very effec-tive at keeping wildlife off roads. Crossings have been successful in south Florida where vehicle collisions with endangered Florida panthers were a huge threat to their existence. Locally, an existing wildlife cross-ing on State Highway 48, near the Refuge’s Bahia Grande Unit, has been used by bobcats, raccoons and coyotes.
“Under road wildlife crossings can play an im-portant role in alleviating unnecessary ocelot deaths” says Zone Biologist Mitch Sternberg. “Because so few wild cats remain, losing one animal has a huge impact on the population. The cross-ings not only keep wildlife safe, but also the public”.
Sternberg also stated the public plays an important role in keeping this endan-gered wild cat in the Rio Grande Valley. “The public can contribute to our knowl-edge of ocelots by watching for ocelots throughout the valley”. The public is en-couraged to report any pos-sible sightings to the Refuge by calling 956-748-3607, or after hours 956-784-7520. To learn more about ocelots in south Texas, visit the Refuge’s website www.fws.gov/refuge/
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