"The only thing more contagious than a virus is hope."
Supporting Children Through COVID-19
As Chair of the The Childhood & Youth Committee, Council Member Cisneros is pleased to announce that in lieu of the April committee meeting, Juliet Stipeche, Director of the Mayor's Office of Education, will give a special presentation on how the City is supporting children through the COVID-19 crisis.
While this is not an official Childhood and Youth Committee meeting, it IS open for public engagement! More info on how to tune in and participate on April 8th at 2 pm here.
The City of Houston has added a 2nd free COVID-19 testing site, doubling the testing capacity to 500 people/day. The community sites only accept people with the identification code obtained through the screening process. Call either 832-393-4220 or visit this websitefor an online screening tool.
Other Houston-area sites listed below, please note these other sites may not be free:
The Census Bureau has suspended field operations until at least 4/15/20 to comply with
public health directives.The deadline to complete and submit your Census form has been extended to 8/14/20. It is more important than ever and EASIER than ever to self-respond online, by phone, or by mail.
Start your Census response here today.
Housing Department Wants Your Feedback: Tune In To Public Hearing!
The 5-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (Con Plan) outlines how the City's Housing Department will spend an estimated $250 million in federal grants and describes the geographic areas, needs, strategies, and activities that will be prioritized. The comment period extends from 3/17 to 4/16. A *virtual* Public Hearing will be held 4/7 - more info on how to tune in and participate here.
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!
