District H News
Property Tax Proposal
Public Hearings - Next One is Monday!
Mayor Turner has proposed increasing the property tax rate in the City of Houston to offset the costs associated with recovery efforts after Harvey. One public hearing has been held, and two more hearings are to be held in the City Council Chamber for concerned citizens to voice their opinions:
  • 6 pm, Monday, October 2, 2017
  • 9 am, Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Need Assistance After Harvey?
Congressman Gene Green invites those in need of assistance after Harvey to attend a FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Event this Monday. Representatives from FEMA and SBA will be in attendance to assist and answer questions.

When:   Monday, 10/2/17, 4 - 8 pm
Where: Greater Jerusalem Baptist Church
              8901 Jensen Dr., Houston, TX 77093
Job Search, Financial Literacy, & Entrepreneurship Workshop
Free , educational workshops on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and job searching are being held October 9-13th by the Greater Northside Workforce Coalition in partnership with Avenue CDC. Click here for more info and to RSVP to each event.
Bring Fresh Farm Produce To Families of Ninfa Laurenzo Early Childhood Ctr.
An urban farm in the 2nd Ward, Finca Tres Robles, is earmarking a percentage of produce for families at Ninfa Laurenzo, free of charge. They are looking for Community Sponsors to provide these shares - click here for more info.
Senior? Disabled? Impacted by Harvey?
Disabled or senior District H constituents with homes that have sustained damage as a direct result of Harvey should email or call my office at 832-393-3003 TODAY.
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!