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CLASSIFIED RATES PER WEEK: $5 up to 25 words; 15-cents each additional word. Payment in advance for all classified ads unless credit established with the Beacon. Deadline 10 a.m. Mondays. Credit cards not accepted.
Call (361) 972-3009 | Fax (361) 972-2610 | editor@palaciosbeacon.com

· FOR RENT / LEASE
· HOMES / REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
· ITEMS FOR SALE
· MISCELLANEOUS
· BOATS / VEHICLES/ MOTORCYCLES /MOBILE HOMES / RVS / TRAILERS
· HELP WANTED:
· REAL ESTATE BROKERS / REAL ESTATE AGENCY LISTINGS
· GARAGE AND YARD SALES THRU AUG. 12
· SERVICES
· PUBLIC NOTICES / LEGAL NOTICES


FOR RENT / LEASE

FOR RENT: 3BD, 2BA Home in Foley Addition, hardwood floors, central air, $675 rent/$675 deposit. Call 979-943-1127 for more information. (32-2tp)

FOR RENT: 3BD, 1 1/2 BA, available August 1, 2 Blocks from the bay. Large fenced back yard. $625. rent with $625. security deposit. 361-972-0301 for more information. (31-2tc)

FOR RENT: Office space on Hwy 35, 510 sq.ft. with all utilities and yard maintenance furnished. Call 361-972-0301 for more information. (31-2tc)

SHARK JR. APTS. - 2BD for rent, downstairs. No pets, $495 month. Call 361-218-0755 ask for Thuy or 979-245-7645 ask for Joan. (31-2tp)

FOR RENT: 1 Bedroom house in Midfield, furnished or unfurnished. Weekly or monthly rates. Call 361-972-2407. (30-tfc)

ROOM FOR RENT: Share 3 bedroom, 2-bath house in Palacios. $525/mo. Utilities paid. $250 security deposit. If interested please contact J. Walters (512)751-2465. (30-4tp)

FOR RENT: 3/2/2 nice home, Carancuhua Bay. Lots of storage. Access to two pools, fishing pier, and boat launch. $875 deposit/$875 rent. 903-363-2128 (25-tfc)

FOR RENT: One BR apartment, Quiet, tastefully furnished, cooking utensils, bedding, ALL bills paid, yard, washer/dryer, walking distance to bay and shopping. $250 week or $750 a month. No pets, No smoking, No drama. 512-751-8866 (27-tfc)

FOR RENT: 2 BD, 2BA, townhome. Just updated and remodeled. Nicest in town. Completely furnished or not, bills paid or not. Water view, balcony, patio, very nice. Professionally managed. No pets, No smoking, No drama. 512-751-8866 (27-tfc)

SHORT TERM RENTAL: Fully furnished, 3,200 sq. ft. historic building converted to living space, one block from water. Call for rates-Wayne (832) 661-4042 (9-tfc)



HOMES / REAL ESTATE FOR SALE



LAND FOR SALE: 2-One acre tracks w/trees on Green Ave. west of 12th St. Outside of city limits, $49,900/acre 361-655-7269. (30-4tp)

LAND FOR SALE: 9 acres on 12th St. between Buffalo Rd & McGlothlin $99,900 361-655-7269 (30-4tp)

HOUSE FOR SALE: 3BD, 1BA Newly remodeled, large sized deck, trees, 2 blocks from bay, and an extra lot with a small house on it. Will sell together or separate. Call 361-237-9198 for more information. (25-tfc)

FOR SALE: Moore Investment Co. has income producing Commercial Property in Palacios, Texas. For information call 361-676-5867 or Meyersdale Mall 814-634-8127. (51-tfc)



ITEMS FOR SALE



FOR SALE: Imported/Micro brewed beers including-George Killian Red; St. Pauli; Modelos; Dos Equis; Tecate; Guinness; Warfteiner Dunkel; Blue Moon; Becks; Red Stripe; Heineken; Corona. Third Coast Specialty Shoppe, Open 10am to 9pm, 7 days a week. 208 First St., Palacios, 361-972-3284. (29-tfc)

FOR SALE: IPortable Building Sales, in different sizes, colors, styles, & custom orders. Good prices. Quality construction. Call 1-800-284-4104 in El Campo. (36-tfc)




MISCELLANEOUS

GENEALOGY RESEARCH -FAMILY HISTORY— Looking for ancestors? I have access to online research sites and sources. I am an experienced researcher who loves the challenge of locating the hard-to-find. After completing the research, I will provide you: a detailed “genealogy” report of my findings (including sources) an “outline descendant” report a GEDCOM of your family file and copies of records found. For more information call Leah (cell) 903-563-1891 if no answer leave message. Email
TxChikTraveler@gmail.com subject Genealogy.

LOCAL EBAY SELLER: Need something sold on eBay? I will do research, photos, listing and shipping – all for a small commission charge. I am honest and have excellent feedback. Call Leah (cell) 903-563-1891, if no answer leave message. Email TxChikTraveler@gmail.com Subject: Palacios Ebay Selling (3-tfnc)

RENTALS: Tiller, sewer tape, gas line test gauge, anchor machine, appliance dolly, pressure washer, cement mixer, electric jackhammer, scaffolding. Porter’s Ace Hardware. 405 Main. 972-5222. (1-tfc)

PALACIOS PET PALS is seeking a donation of land or funding for land suitable for building a No-Kill animal shelter and adoption facility. We are IRS exempt and the donation would qualify as a charitable tax deduction. Please call 361-972-0100. (18-tfnc)

PALACIOS PET PALS needs Weight Circles from Purina Brand Dog and Cat food bags and boxes. They can be used to get discounts. Please call 361-972-0100 for more information or mail cut out circles to Pet Pals, P.O. Box 215, Palacios, Texas 77465 or drop off in Palacios at H.L.C. Bookkeeping at 217 5th St. or Etched in Time at 414 Main St. during business hours. (18-tfnc)




BOATS / VEHICLES/ MOTORCYCLES /MOBILE HOMES / RVS / TRAILERS



FOR RENT: RV/Camper space. Private waterfront lot in Palacios. Full Hookups. Weekly or monthly rates. Call 361-972-2407. (30-tfc)

FOR RENT: Travel Trailer spaces for rent. Nice Travel trailers starting at $250 month, plus electricity. We now have cable TV. Call for details. 979-216-0540 (12-tfc)

TRAILER HOME: TO BE MOVED! 2BD, 2BA, needs lots of work. $1,500 or best offer (512) 801-5910. (30-3tp)

PAYING CASH for New or Used Home? Come see why we sell more Zone II homes for cash. 1-800-818-2210. www.rosenbergfactoryoutlet.com RBI35423. (32-4tc)

CERTIFIED WIND Zone II $22,900. cash 3/2 single wide. Ask for Juan. 1-800-818-2210. www.rosenbergfactoryoutlet.com RBI35423 (32-4tc)

USE YOUR Land for down payment. Get that new modern Zone II home for your family. Call today for more information. 281-239-3003 www.rosenbergfactoryoutlet.com RBI35423 (32-4tc)

WIND ZONE II Double wide 2400 sq.ft., 4/2, $49,000. cash. 1-800-818-2210. www.rosenbergfactoryoutlet.com RBI35423 (32-tfc)



HELP WANTED:

MYSTERY SHOPPERS needed to visit places of business to evaluate customer service, client standards and store presentation for national companies. Must have computer, printer and digital camera. Call 1-800-782-4299 Ext 58530 or submit a profile online: www.virtuoso.maritzresearch.com No fee required. (32-1tp)

HELP WANTED: Salesperson needed. No experience necessary. Will train. Great advertising program. Health insurance and 401IK. Fun environment. No phone calls please. Apply in person at Bradford Motors, 1406 W. Main, Edna, TX (32-tfc)

THE CITY OF PALACIOS will be accepting applications for the position of Stand-By Police Dispatcher. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants need to have a high school diploma or GED. For further information contact Dora Mondrik at 361-972-3112. The City of Palacios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (51-tfc)



REAL ESTATE BROKERS / REAL ESTATE AGENCY LISTINGS

BAY REAL ESTATE...........CLICK HERE

TEXANA REAL ESTATE...........CLICK HERE

.RE/MAX COASTAL PROPERTIES..........CLICK HERE

RUSSELL CAIN / COLDWELL BANKER...........CLICK HERE

PIERCE REAL ESTATE.............CLICK HERE

FULL STRINGER REALTY..............CLICK HERE



GARAGE AND YARD SALES THRU AUG. 12

YARD SALE: Sat., Aug. 8th, 9am to 3pm, 309 Welch. If it rains, will be canceled. (32-1tp)

GARAGE SALE: Fri., Aug. 8th, 9am to 3pm, & Sat., Aug. 9th, 9am to noon. 316 Mertie. Furniture, household items, everything must go. (32-1tp)

GARAGE SALE: Sat., Aug. 9th, 8am till?, 1111 10th St. Adult & children’s clothes, and lots of misc. (32-1tp)

3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Sat., Aug. 9th, 7:30 till ?, 512 Moore. Almost new futon, recliner, dryer, Ford rims, fitness equipment, computer armoire, daybed, king size waterbed frame, & lots of misc. Everything must go! Please no early birds! (32-1tp)

GARAGE SALE: Fri., Aug. 8th, 8am to 4 pm & Sat., 8am to Noon, 415 Green St. Furniture, floor cleaners, storage chests, comforter sets, antiques, & more. (32 -1tp)

GARAGE/MOVING SALE: Sat., Aug. 9th, 9am to ?, 516 S. Bay Blvd. 4 Chest of drawers, furniture, large safe, baby bed & other items, tools, sound systems & other misc. items. (32-1tp)

GARAGE SALE: Thurs., Aug. 7th, Fri., Aug. 8th & Sat., Aug 9th, 8am till ?, 813 Moore. Clothes, household items, coolers, & other misc. items. (32-1tp)



SERVICES

GUERRERO CONSTRUCTION: Framing, siding, roofing, tile, decks, Formica, remodeling, sheetrock, driveways, leveling, painting, cabinets. Free Estimates. Call (361) 972-2814 or (979) 318-0405.

LAND CLEARING -Brush & Tree Mulching. No brush piles, No mess. Lots, home sites, fence lines, ROW, etc...Green Man Co. 361-571-8393 (22-tfc)

DUDLEY’S SHREDDING SERVICE All size acreage, all size jobs. Cutting, Disking, Clearing. Robert Dudley owner. Free estimates. Call 361-920-7588 or 361-553-9082. (27-4tc)

R&S SERVICES: Tile work, full remodel additions, paint, sheetrock. No job too small. Call (979) 533-1962.

GENERAL CARPENTRY: remodeling, fencing, decks, etc. Call (361) 588-7391 or (979) 479-5825.

BRUSH/TREE MULCHING - land clearing, home sites, fence lines, ROW, etc.... Fast, effective, eco-friendly. Jess Huddleston 361-571-8393 (18-4tp)

SMALL TRACTOR WORK: Gardening, shredding, spreading, etc. Also mowing yards. Call Robert at (361) 972-2207.

RENTALS: Tiller, sewer tape, gas line test gauge, anchor machine, appliance dolly, pressure washer, cement mixer, electric jackhammer, scaffolding. Porter’s Ace Hardware. 405 Main. 972-5222. (1-tfc)

WEBSITE DESIGN: Need help updating your website? Local. Professional. Experienced. Call Joe at (979) 229-1788.

ADRIAN’S DIRT WORKS: Foundation sand, clay, top soil, fill dirt, Call anytime 361-920-3403 or 361-920-3405 (46-2tp)

TRACTOR WORK, Lots and small acreage, shredding. 361-972-3043. If no answer leave message. (42-4tp)

NEED A ROOM PAINTED OR PAPERED? Call Rachel, 361-588-6206 (41-2tc)

AMASON AIR CONDITIONING: Now serving the Palacios area. We now accept Visa & Mastercard. Call Jayson Amason or Jordan Girndt at (361) 785-KOOL (5665).

SMALL TRACTOR WORK, tilling, shredding, front loader-blade. Robert Koch 972-2207. (20-2tp)

LAWN MOWING Services. Reasonable rates anywhere in Palacios area 972-6401. (21-2tp)

GUITAR LESSONS: Private or class. 30-years professional experience. Call (361) 972-2927.

LOFTIN & SONS: Handyman service and lawn care. Call (979) 323-4650.

LIGHT TRACTOR work, garden plots, spreading, shredding small areas. Call Robert 361-972-2207. (10-2tp)

BAIN TRACTOR WORK: Shredding, discing, dirt work, box blad, front end loader. Call Robert at (361) 972-0353.

RENTALS: Tiller, sewer tape, gas line test gauge, anchor machine, appliance dolly, pressure washer, cement mixer, electric jackhammer, scaffolding. Porter’s Ace Hardware. 405 Main. 972-5222. (1-tfc)

DRINKING PROBLEM: You or someone else close to you? Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon Family Group, Episcopal Hall, 3rd and Main. Sunday 3:30 p.m. 972-6275, 972-6682, 972-3882. (1-tfnc)

FAX SERVICE: Available at the Palacios Beacon, 453 Commerce. (361) 972-3009. Fax line (361) 972-2610. Closed Wednesdays.

NOTARY SERVICE: Available at the Palacios Beacon, 453 Commerce, (361) 972-3009. Closed Wednesdays.

LIGHT DOZER WORK: Fence line cleaning. Small pond construction. Dirt/gravel leveling. If you need it pushed, leveled or cleared, call Gene Eggemeyer. (361) 972-5593 or mobile phone (361) 676-0386.

SEPTIC TANK CLEAINING: Call (979) 245-5656.



PUBLIC NOTICES / LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE TO BID ON CITY OF PALACIOS SURPLUS PROPERTY: Sealed bids will be received until 4:30 p.m. August 18, 2008 on the following City of Palacios surplus property:

Various Bicycles:
Item #1 Blue and Silver Mongoose brand bicycle
Item #2 Silver Next brand bicycle
Item #3 Maroon Huffy brand bicycle
Item #4 Purple Huffy brand bicycle
Item #5 Brown Puegeot brand bicycle
Item #6 Silver and Gold Mt. Huffy bicycle
Item #7 Tiger Stripe 21 speed MGX bicycle
Item #8 Silver Roadmaster Mt. Sport bicycle
Item #9 Blue “unknown make” bicycle
Item #10 Yellow and Red Freesport bicycle
Item #11 Grey and Pink Next brand bicycle
Item #12 Red and Black Mongoose DXR bicycle
Item #13 Silver Mongoose bicycle
Item #14 Grey and Blue unknown brand bicycle
Item #15 Purple Huffy Rocket bicycle
Item #16 Maroon & White Santa Monica bicycle
Item #17 Grey Huffy Comfort touring bicycle
Item #18 Purple Schwinn Trixie bicycle
Item #19 Blue and Silver Mongoose Freestyle bicycle
Item #20 Blue and Silver Roadmaster Mt. Sport SX bicycle
Item #21 Grey unknown make bicycle
Item #22 Red Roadmaster bicycle
Item #23 Grey Roadmaster bicycle
Item #24 Grey 21 speed Terrain Master Bicycle
Item #25 Green Next brand bicycle

Vehicles
Item #26 1991 Nissan Utility Vehicle VIN Last 4 digits 8558
Item #27 1992 Cadillac Seville VIN Last 4 digits 1834

The item number and the description of the item to be bid on must be clearly written on the outside of the bid envelope using the above information. Bids must include the bidders name, address, and telephone number. Bidders must bid each item separately. The City of Palacios reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and to waive any irregularities in the bids. These items are to be sold on an “As is” basis. Successful bidders will be responsible to make full payment prior to taking possession of the property and must do so within two weeks of the award. Successful bidders must also pay for any costs associated with the transfer of ownership and the transportation of the item from City property.

The items can be viewed at the Palacios Recycle Center, #27 County Road 316, during regular center hours. Please call 972-0783 for available times. Bids must be delivered to: Rita Gonzalez, City Secretary, 311 Henderson, Palacios, Texas 77465



PUBLIC NOTICE–INVITATION TO BID: Friends for Elder Citizens, Inc. is requesting sealed bids for the procurement of minimum of one and a maximum of four Type II vehicles with eight (8) passenger seating and two (2) wheelchairs. These will be 158” wheelbase with a 5.4L gasoline engine. Vehicles must meet Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Type II specifications. Deadline for receiving bids is 2:00 p.m., September 15, 2008. Bids will be opened at that date and time. Specifications can be picked up at 312 Main Street, Palacios, Texas or call 361-972-9921 to have one mailed. Friends of Elder Citizens, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. (32-2tc)


NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested persons within Matagorda County, Texas that the Board of Directors of the Coastal Plains Groundwater Conservation District (CPGCD) will hold hearings on applications for Operating Permits for the below listed parties, on August 14th, 2008, at 7:00 a.m., at the Matagorda County Office Bldg., 2200 7th Street, 4th Floor, Bay City, Texas 77414.

In accordance with H.B. 1763 the applicants are as follows:
Name Use Lat. Long. 3 year amount
Matagorda Co. WCID#6 Municipal 29.0172919-95.893033 331.44 acre feet.
Matagorda Co. WCID#6 Municipal 29.0171489-95.893163 331.44 acre feet.
Nick Tabor Irrigation 28.5534.5534-96.1249 45 acre feet
Tres Palacios Gas Storage Commercial 28.5952-96.856 .77 acre feet.
Mike Pruett Irrigation 28.5647-95.41530099 75 acre feet
Mark Kubecka Irrigation 28.45769-96.154186 2400 acre feet.
James & Vera Dunn Irrigation 28.5356-96.1551 960 acre feet.
James & Vera Dunn Irrigation 28.5514-96.1370099 2400 acre feet.
Joey Sliva Irrigation 28.505-95.5851 1675 acre feet.

Any person who desires to appear at the hearing and present testimony, evidence, exhibits, or other information may do so in person, by counsel, or both: Copies of Rules governing the conduct of the hearing are available at the District office. The hearing may be recessed from day to day or continued where appropriate. Blind persons who wish to have this notice read to them may call (979)323-9170.


NOTICE OF ELECTION: The Matagorda County Navigation District No. One (MCND #1) hereby announces the schedule of an At-Large Election on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, to elect one Commissioner for a term of six (6) years for Position Number Three, which expires this year.
Individuals who desire to be a candidate must (1) be a resident of the MCND #1 District, (2) be a freehold taxpayer of the District, (3) be a qualified elector (registered voter) of the County, and (4) must never have been convicted of any felony act in any Court of Law.
Candidates for this office must file a written declaration of candidacy during the period starting at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, and ending at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2008. The appropriate form can be obtained from the Port Administration office at 1602 Main Street in Palacios, Texas. All completed filings must be presented in person to the Port Director’s office and must be affirmed before a qualified Notary Public.
The candidate’s position on the official ballot will be determined by lot in the Port Administration office at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 5, 2008.
Copies of the Order calling for an election and the Notice of Election in the English, Spanish, and Vietnamese languages are located at the Port Administration office. The office telephone number is 361-972-5556 and normal office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Una copia de la orden precedente Ilamando para la eleccin del Distrito de Navegacion del Condado de Matagorda Numero Dos para elegir un Comiionado por un termino de seis (6) anos el dia 4 de November 2008, en el idioma de Espanol y Vietnamese esta en el oficina de Administracion del Distrito de Navegacion del Condado de Matagorda Numero Uno, 1602 Main Street, Palacios, Texas El numero del telefono es (361) 972-5556.
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Mot ban thong bao Tuyen Cu cua Nghanh Hang Hai Quan Matagorda Vung #1 de Tuyen chon mot Uy Vien cho mot nhiem ky la sau (6) nam vao ngay 4, thang 11, nam 2008, bang thieng Viet Ngu va tieng Tay Ban Nha noi Van Phong Hanh Chanh cua Nghanh Hang Hai Vung #1 (Administration Office of MCND #1) tai 1602 Main St., Palacios, Texas. Dien Thoai #(361) 972-5556.






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