Saturday, Jan. 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. If you missed HPD's Comunidad y Confianza show (hosted by HPD) on Tuesday covering Human Trafficking, you can listen here (please note show is in Spanish). In addition, HPD's Citywide Positive Interaction Program (PIP) meeting this month will cover Human Trafficking on 1/14/20 at 7 pm in the 1602 State St. auditorium.
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Make I-45 Better Coalition Meeting
Don't miss this weekend's organizational and update meeting to discuss the status of the I-45 project, the local review process being undertaken by the City, and the environmental review process.
More info here.
When: 1/11/20, 2 pm
Where: Buffalo Bayou Partnership, 1019 Commerce St.
Upcoming I-45 Workshops
Based on community input collected last Fall by the City's Technical Team and the City's Planning Department, three workshops are scheduled to review possible alternative solutions to TXDOT's I-45 project. Come review the ideas that were generated and verify that the alternative proposals accurately reflect your input. More info here.
1/30/20; 6-8 pm at Emancipation Community Center (3018 Emancipation)
2/1/20; 10 am - 12 pm at Aldine Ninth Grade School (10650 North Fwy)
2/3/20; 6-8 pm at Harris County Dept. of Education (6300 Irvington)
FitFest 2020
Join the fun while you workout at the Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park on 1/11 @ 10 am. Enjoy fitness demonstrations, exercise routines and more! More info here. To register, send an email here.
College Bound Students: FAFSA/TASFA Deadline
The financial aid priority deadline is now 1/15! Visit cafécollege Houston for one-on-one assistance completing your application. Staff can assist with FAFSA/TASFA completion. More info here.
TIRZ 13 Appointment
Texas Senator Alvarado is now accepting applications from residents to fill her seat appointment on the Old Sixth Ward Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone's board of directors (TIRZ 13). Learn more about TIRZ 13
here. To submit your letter of interest/resume/application, or ask questions about the appointment,
send an email here.
Have a great idea to improve your community? A small grant can get your project off the ground. Houston LISC is hosting a how-to session for those interested in applying for a LISC Go Neighborhoods grant this year.
More info and registration link here.
When: 1/16/20, 6 - 7:30 pm
Where: United Way, 50 Waugh Dr.
Martin Luther King Parade
Mark
your calendar for Monday, January 20th, when the Black Heritage Society presents the 42nd Annual MLK Parade in Downtown Houston. The longest running MLK parade in the country, this year's Grand Marshal is George Foreman. More info here.
Career Opportunities & Your Journey to Higher Education
Registration now open for attendees and exhibitors to participate in the 34th Annual Career & Education Day hosted by the Houston Hispanic Forum. Talk to college reps and explore careers in arts and humanities, business/industry, multidisciplinary studies, public services, and STEM. Financial aid assistance with FAFSA and TASFA completion on site. Visit this website for more info.
When: 2/8/20
Where: George R. Brown, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas
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!
