The Tiguas argue that the state of Texas is running a gambling operation with its Lotto. The council plans to help the Scholars meet with bankers to obtain more information on lending practices. The current banking contract for the city is with Chase Bank, and that agreement won't expire until 2001. City needs parks El Paso has only 30 percent of the parks and recreation it needs for its size, according to national standards. Individuals from the county government, school districts, El Paso Community College and UTEP will be invited to meet and discuss increasing parks and recreation.
Medina says money can be saved on the costs if everyone works together.
Ramirez says that El Pasoans can't afford a tax increase for more parks funding, but the parks department is being spread thin by increased costs, maintenance and new land added to the system. Residents evacuated A hundred residents in Chihuahuita, located in south El Paso, were evacuated Tuesday from their homes when sulfuric acid spilled at a nearby water treatment plant. No injuries were reported, but some residents complained of eye irritation. The spill was attributed to a valve that had failed, or had been left open. The spill was contained, and residents returned to their homes by 4 p.m. Wednesday.