The indictment returned just moments ago in Victoria alleges Mathew possessed a migratory nongame bird, that is, one Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) on or about Feb. 29, 2012, in violation of The Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

 The MBTA provides protection for migratory birds. The bald eagle is a non-game migratory bird as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations.

 Mathew is expected to turn himself in to federal authorities and make an initial appearance before a U.S. magistrate judge in the near future. If convicted, Mathew faces a possible $15,000 fine and/or a six-month-term in federal prison.

 The case was investigated by agents from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Hugo R. Martinez.

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Himesh Gandhi with wife Farrah

SUGAR LAND: Eight months of consistent campaigning, meeting and listening to residents resulted in a victory for attorney and community leader, Himesh Gandhi, who ran for Sugar Land City Council, At-Large Position One this past Saturday, May 12.

Gandhi, 35, is a  20-year resident of Sugar Land who graduated from Clements High school, Houston Baptist University and South Texas School of Law. He currently serves on Sugar Land’s Planning and Zoning Commission and has also served on the Sugar Land 4B Corporation, the Building and Standards Commission and the Redistricting Committee. Gandhi’s focus is to “strategically move Sugar Land forward through financial accountability, quality development and public safety with an emphasis on the fundamentals of city services.”

As the campaign season moved into full swing, residents evidently agreed with Gandhi’s perspective that “citizens of Sugar Land expect safe neighborhoods, quality development and excellent city services with financial accountability and low taxes.” As Gandhi and his campaign team walked neighborhoods and knocked on doors, Gandhi spoke with neighbors and residents about bringing a renewed energy to City Council and keeping Sugar Land a premier destination for both families and businesses.

With a full team of volunteers and a strong grass roots campaign effort, Gandhi took the majority of the vote and now moves towards being sworn-in as one of Sugar Land’s youngest council members, Gandhi is ready to work.

“I am humbled and honored that Sugar Land residents came out and showed their support by voting for me,” says Gandhi. “I am excited and ready to dive into the business of our city and work with fellow Council Members on the policies and decisions that drive Sugar Land and will keep it a great city.  I look forward to representing the citizens in  our community.  I want to send out a huge thanks to our campaign team and volunteers who worked tirelessly. Your support and enthusiasm has my unending appreciation.”

A partner with the law firm of Hrbacek & Gandhi, P.C. Gandhi and his wife, Farrah, reside in Telfair.

                          

Photo by Andrew Wolf

Shown are Sugar Land Police Dept. Traffic Division members who came out to support and remember our law enforcement community on May 12. The ride concluded at Constellation Field. The memorial ride continues the local tradition of honoring men and women  who routinely place themselves in harm’s way to protect and serve.