Retired Judge Ron Chapman shares his thoughts on Cedar Creek Lake and its future




Ron Chapman is a retired Dallas County State District Judge and Appellate Court Judge for the State of Texas who now lives on Cedar Creek Lake. He also served as a Visiting Judge. He obtained his law degree from Southern Methodist University. He lives in Trinidad with his wife Sally. He is a Democratic Party political activist. CCL.com: Why did you choose Cedar Creek Lake as a site for retirement? Chapman: The real estate values here are better than at any of the other area lakes. And they've more than doubled in ten years. I'm no different than thousands of folks down here who have downsized and live on a reduced income thanks to pensions, Social Security, and Medicare. And I'll disagree with anyone who tries to reduce them! They are not "entitlements" -- they were earned. CCL.com: What do you consider the area's most important assets to be? Chapman: The people! There are many retirees and others living in the area who support the local businesses, charities, and governments. The nearby medical services in Tyler, Kaufman, and Athens are a great asset, also. CCL.com: What do you think the area's greatest challenges are? Chapman: Unemployment and mass transportation. Someone -- from Congress to the County level to the city council level -- needs to be paying more attention to these areas and doing more future planning. CCL.com: What do you envision happening in the Cedar Creek Lake area in terms of residential and business development in the next few years? Chapman: It will grow in spite of itself. Minor political and philosophical disputes that arise from time to time are the only things impeding more rapid growth. CCL.com: As the area continues to grow, what changes do you foresee in regard to local communities and their governments? Chapman: The different governments and communities must learn to work together for our common wellbeing. The Cedar Creek Area Chamber of Commerce does great work and all -- and I do mean ALL -- towns should join and participate.




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Fishing Report from TPWD (Mar. 26)

FAIR. stained; 61 degrees; 0.16 feet below pool. Hybrid and white bass are returning to the main lake after their annual spawning run into the creeks. These fish are now congregating on wind-blown points throughout the lake and on shallower flats near drop-offs and ledges. The shad spawn will begin in the coming weeks, which will trigger early morning schooling action along shallow points and seawalls, attracting birds to the area. To target these fish, use 1/2 ounce to 1-1/2 ounce slabs and spinnerbaits. Work the baits close to the bottom, as this will entice strikes. Thumping the bottom of the boat will also help group fish underneath as you fish these spots. The crappie bite is strong around docks, bridges, and in creeks, with minnows or jigs proving to be effective. Catfish are biting well in shallow flats at the mouths of major creeks and along adjacent points and shorelines in 2-6 feet of water. For deeper water, try anchoring or drifting with fresh shad on main lake flats in 12-24 feet. This catfish bite should remain productive for another month. Report by Brent Herbeck, Herbeck’s Lonestar Fishing Guide Service. Catfish are shallow around creek mouths drifting in 12-24 feet of water with cut shad or rough fish. Report by Jason Barber, Kings Creek Adventures.

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