Clemishire takes over as Howardwick mayor

Tony Clemishire took the reins as Howardwick’s new mayor last Tuesday, May 14, and was sworn in along with two new members of the city council.

Outgoing Mayor Greta Byars opened the meeting and presided through the canvassing of May 4 election.
Clemishire expressed his appreciation for those who elected him and asked for patience as the new council gets to business.

The mayor also said he intends to bring citizens’ comments back to the end of regular council meetings so long as folks remain respectful.

Mayor Clemishire also brought up the community effort to fund a SchoolNet weather station at the Howardwick City Hall. Within a few minutes, donations from those in attendance totaled about $800, which when added to the monies already donated and pledged was enough to secure that equipment.

The council also discussed the upcoming Howardwick Hoe-Down that will raise funds for street repairs. Aldermen approved spending $745 for hoe-down related expenses, some of which – t-shirts and caps to sell, for example – is expected to recoup that money for the city. The Hoe-Down will be held June 8.

Also taking the oath of office last week was Alderman Johnny Floyd, who was reelected to his position and newly elected Alderman Jerry Mulanax. The council accepted the resignation of Alderman Debbora Sharpton and voted to appoint Mary Grady to take her place. Alderman Grady was also sworn in and took her seat at the council table.

In other city business, the council accepted bids for properties through Texas Communities Group. City Hall said later that 37 properties were sold in that one motion through TCG.

The council also approved the sale of three lots in the Country Club North section and three lots in the Country Club Central section.

Alderman Johnny Hubbard was elected as mayor pro-tem by his fellow council members.