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We are looking for an artist to paint a business wall to provide some art decor to the Island. We would have a few ideas that we would like to see, but open to the artists suggestions.

Saw the For Rent Sign removed and painting has commenced on the building formerly operated by Grouch Gringo. Does anyone know what that space is turning into?

Anyone going out to watch Game 5 tonight? The Kracken has the big screen, but was curious if there is a better spot to
Watch the game with NBA fans.

So I protested a condo on South Padre Island this week and was disappointed with the outcome. We own a 3/2 condo West of Padre Blvd and it is not on the Bay. The district appraisal used 3 Gulf properties of which 2 are from The Sapphire. They were suggesting over $500 per sf. I used current sales and listings in the complex that ranged from $310-$380. I suggested a $317 valuation as the one that was $380 was an outlier and the others sold and listed were from $310-330. The appraiser guy admitted that the Sapphire was not a good comp and convinced the panel that $380 would be more appropriate.

The district admitted their comps were bad, but obviously the independent panel was just trying to get things done. The quickly agreed on a $380 number.

If anyone else has taken it to the next level, please let me know. It is about
$900 in taxes and it is just for a year. But it is the principal here.

How many others are the appraisal district taking advantage of?