This Sunday, August 30th, is the last day to submit tenant applications for the New Rental Assistance Program. Together, the City of Houston and Harris County have funded a $45 Million Rental Assistance Program. For more info click here.

Closing the Equity and Digital Skills Gaps 

Microsoft and the City of Houston launched a new digital alliance this week to target the digital divide, invest in workforce development and support innovation in Houston. See the media release here.

Learn more about the “Accelerate Initiative” at the upcoming Childhood and Youth Committee meeting on Wednesday, September 9th at 2 PM. View the meeting live via this link or on HTV (Houston’s municipal channel).

If you know of a senior in need of a mask, please call the District H Office at 832-393-3003, or email districth@houstontx.gov, and we’ll do our best to assist them. Instructions on how to make your own.

Join the Census Yard Sign Campaign! Help improve Census participation numbers by committing to distribute five yard signs to your friends and neighbors. If you would like to volunteer to help distribute Census yard signs in your neighborhood, please give us a call 832.393.3003 or email District H at districth@houstontx.gov.

The mural shares historical, landmark and current cultural images of both the past and present Second Ward. Residents stated it’s important to keep the culture of Houston’s historic East End. Carlos Alcaraz, aka "Empire" has been selected to create a mural to raise awareness about the Census. The Mural will be located at Lennox BBQ, 5420 Harrisburg.

The Time Is Now To Complete Your Census! September 30th is the Last Day! A complete and accurate Census supports better funding for disaster and healthcare services. Complete the survey in the safety of your home by calling 844-330-2020 or fill it out online at www.my2020census.gov.

Stay tuned for an announcement about an informative Census Webinar in Spanish on September 10th. More details to come!

Sherman Elementary is hosting a Drive Up Open House/Meet The Teacher. The Teachers will be distributing supplies and are looking for the following donations:

Applications are open until September 4th for a chance at up to $50,000 grant for your small business! The program will allocate funds across all of Houston’s communities, to eligible for-profit businesses, and local chambers of commerce. For more information please access this website!

Check the weekly update on Free COVID Testing Sites. Information on dates, times, and locations are available on the City of Houston's Free COVID-19 website. Call 832-393-4220 to be provided an access code and instructions on where to go. 

Now that kids are back in school, the Museum will take a break beginning Aug. 31 to focus on “All-Time Access.” All Time Access will allow the Children's Museum to stay in your world without you having to come to the museum. Check out the new virtual programs coming in September here.

CMH will reopen just as soon as its safe to come together again. The Museum had intended to remain open the entire week, but due to Hurricane Laura, CMH will close Aug. 26 and 27 with plans to reopen Aug. 28 to 30.

Download the 311 app to your Android or iPhone. When you see an issue in your neighborhood, use the app to report it. You can even include photos! If you prefer to talk directly to a representative about your issue, or want to request information about City resources, birth certificates, elections, and more, call 713-837-0311. Remember: Always call 911 in the case of an emergency!