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For the time being, Houston's numbers are looking better. COVID-19 hospitalizations, positivity rate, and wastewater virus load are all trending down.
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American Rescue Plan Act Survey |
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Please take a moment to fill out a very brief survey to let the City know what is most important to you! Weigh in on how the City should invest in:
- Quality, accessible childcare
- Crime prevention
- Solid waste
- Affordable housing
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The City is conducting a survey to collect input on how to allocate approximately $400 million coming to the City through the American Rescue Plan. The City needs to hear from you on how best to spend it. Please take a few minutes to fill out the survey here.
Please share this survey with your networks!
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Dia De Los Muertos Parade and Festival |
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This Saturday, the inaugural Houston Dia De Los Muertos Parade and Festival will be celebrated this Saturday in downtown Houston at Sam Houston Park.
When: Saturday, November 6, 2021 Festival from 2-10 PM
Parade begins at 7 PM
Where: 1100 Bagby St
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Bonita Gardens Drainage and Paving Improvements |
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Houston Public Works will host a virtual public meeting to discuss drainage and paving improvements coming to Bonita Gardens, an infrastructure project that straddles both District H and District B.
Project Scope:
- Widening of roadside ditches
- Expanding driveway culverts
- Upgrading the storm sewer system
- Upgrading waterlines
Please invite your neighbors to meet the project team and learn more about the project. There will be a question and answer session at the end of the presentation. Questions and/or comments prior to the meeting can be emailed to buildforward@houstontx.gov
When: Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 5:30 PM
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Quitman Traffic Signals Public Meeting |
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Houston Public Works will host a virtual public meeting to further discuss and answer questions regarding the Quitman Traffic Signals in the Near Northside.
When: Wednesday, November 10, 2021, 6:30-7:30 PM
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Northline Drainage and Paving Improvements |
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Houston Public Works will host a virtual community meeting to discuss drainage and paving improvements that are coming to the Northline Area.
Project Scope:
- Deepening and widening of roadside ditches
- Replacement of existing storm sewer culverts with new storm sewer culverts
- Driveway Reconstruction
- Waterlines that will be replaced are those that are impacted as a result of construction
Meet the project team, learn more about the project, and how to prepare for construction. There will also be a question and answer session at the end of the presentation. Questions and/or comments prior to the meeting can be emailed to buildforward@houstontx.gov
When: Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 5:30 PM
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Houston Salutes American Heroes |
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Join the Veterans Day Celebration on the steps of City Hall on Thursday, November 11th at 10 AM. The 'Houston Salutes American Heroes Parade' will kick off at 11:30 AM from the corner of Dallas and Bagby St.
View the Veterans Day Flyer here
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Eco-Friendly Vegetation Management |
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Houston Public Works is piloting an eco-friendly way to keep detention ponds clear. For a few more days, you can stop by the SE corner of Parker Rd & Northline Dr. and see 150 goats munching away, and clearing brush from an overgrown detention pond in the Northline area.
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Family Fun Day at Woodland Park |
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Family Fun Day will launch a campaign for the new play sculpture scheduled for completion in late Summer 2022. A red-eared slider turtle has been designed by Dylan Conner (sculptor of Firefly Field) and will be placed in the play area formerly occupied by the trolley. The turtle will measure 12 ft. long, 8 ft. wide, and 4 ft. high and be constructed from powder-coated steel tubing.
Join Friends of Woodland Park for a day of family fun, including games for the kids, snacks, raffle items, and a name the turtle contest.
When: Saturday, November 6, 2021, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: Woodland Park, 212 Parkview, Houston, TX 77009
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Join Avenue CDC at Winter Street Studios for the 24th Annual Art on the Avenue. The event features artwork from more than 250 local Houston artists each year, with silent auction proceeds supporting Avenue’s mission to build affordable homes and strengthen communities. More info here.
When: November 4 - 6, 2021
Where: Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter Street, Houston, TX 77007
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East End Maker Hub, Innovation Wednesdays |
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On the first Wednesday of every month, 8:30 am to 10 am, Maker Hub will host a coffee happy hour to network with your Maker Hub neighbors & learn more about what projects other people are working on. Learn more here. |
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Target Hunger is looking for volunteers for the Special Thanksgiving Food Distribution. Over 150 volunteer drivers are needed to assist in delivering food to families in northeast and east Houston. Each family will receive thanksgiving groceries that will drop off by amazing volunteers. Turkeys are underwritten by the Embassy of the State of Qatar in the United States.
Sign up to volunteer here.
When: Saturday, November 20, 2021, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Where: 1260 Shotwell St, Houston, TX 77020
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Thanksgiving Friends and Family Sunday |
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Pneuma Church, 3402 Runnels St, is opening its doors to celebrate Thanksgiving Friends Day on November 21st, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. The Church wants to feed families in the area. If you are interested in donating or being a part of the event. Please email Pastor John Ryan Cantu at pastorryan@mypneumachurch.org or Jesse Carballo at jesse.carballo@houstontx.gov. |
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Port of Houston's "Project 11" |
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Port Houston and Army Corps of Engineers are about to begin a billion-dollar, multiyear expansion of the Houston Ship Channel - known as "Project 11." Join the Virtual Town Hall meeting to talk about "Project 11," air pollution, and how Healthy Port Communities Coalition (HPCC) is making a difference. More info here.
When: Thursday, November 11, 2021, 6 PM
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Mobility In East Downtown |
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We need your feedback about mobility in East Downtown! The East Downtown Redevelopment Authority (TIRZ 15) is conducting a mobility plan to identify projects that improve safety and connectivity for people who live, work, and visit East Downtown.
Please visit bit.ly/15mobility to take a virtual tour and answer questions about transportation in the area. You can also join the in-person bike tour on Saturday, Nov 13th at 1 PM starting at EaDo Bike Co. (912 St. Charles Street).
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Celebrate Buffalo Bayou: River of Life |
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You are invited to the opening reception of the exhibition Buffalo Bayou: River of Life curated by Geoff Winningham at Flatland Gallery and Cafe Brasil. The exhibition and sale of modern and historic photographs and art benefits Save Buffalo Bayou and the Don Greene Nature Park.
RSVP here, & learn more information about the event here.
When: Saturday, November 13, 2021, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Where: 1709 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098
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Houston Arts Alliance Disaster Services |
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By completing a brief 14-question survey, your feedback and concerns will be heard, and you will enter a drawing for a $50 Visa Gift Card. Receiving feedback from the arts community is a priority. Please encourage all arts organizations and individual artists that you know, to participate.
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Join the HCDD for their Virtual Fall Community Meetings and Public Hearings. Due to current health precautions associated with coronavirus, meetings are virtually, but small group discussions will be formed to ensure all feedback and concerns are heard.
When: Thursday, November 4, 2021, 6:00 - 8 PM
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Harvey Economic Development Program |
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The Harvey Economic Development Program’s Small Business Grant Program will offer grants to microenterprises in order to help businesses recover from the long-term impact of Hurricane Harvey.
To be eligible, an applicant's business must be a microenterprise that either 1) is owned by a low- or moderate-income resident or 2) will create at least one job for a low- or moderate-income resident.
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Free lawn care service is available to seniors and people with disabilities who can no longer maintain their front lawn. Residents of Fifth Ward, Kashmere Gardens, and Near Northside areas are eligible.
Please call 832-393-6554 to join the program.
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Do You Qualify for FREE Home Repairs? |
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Homeowners in East End communities, including Second Ward, may be eligible for free roof and home repairs. To see if you qualify send an email to Intake@RebuildingHouston.org or call (713) 659-2511.
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Houston is a dynamic city with hard-working citizens who want a safe city. We need everyone to become involved and be energized in their efforts to protect themselves, family, and hard-earned property, including attending monthly PIP meetings.
Learn more about crime prevention and how to keep Houston safe here.
Upcoming HPD Positive Interaction Program (PIP) Meetings
Northeast Civic
Where: 8301 Ley Rd
When: Thursday, November 11, 2021, 6:00 PM
Call to confirm: 832-394-1462
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Job and Training Opportunities |
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Training Opportunities for Small Business: Are you ready to build your capacity? Learn more about the Bonding & Business Capacity Building Program presented by the City of Houston's Office of Business Opportunity here.
Wesley Community Center: Job training opportunities here.
Hire Houston Youth: Over 800 jobs are still available! Applicants must be between 16-24 years old and reside in Houston City limits. Learn more here.
Free Job Training for Many Careers provided by SERJobs. More info here.
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Need Additional Resources? |
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Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. |
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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!
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