District H News

Proposed Redistricting Plans

The updated Voting Precinct list by Council District and Demographics table are posted here along with the proposed redistricting plan. The ordinance to approve and adopt a redistricting plan for the City of Houston based on the 2020 Census data is currently proposed for consideration on the October 5th City Council agenda. The new boundaries will establish Single-Member Council Districts from which District Council Member are elected.

Big News For Buffalo Bayou East and Houston

The Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan will become a reality thanks to a historic public-private partnership between the City, Harris County, and a $100 million gift from the Kinder Foundation. The Tri-Party investment will fund key parks, trails, affordable housing, cultural destinations, and infrastructure improvements to the Greater East End and Fifth Ward communities over the next 10 years. The 4-mile long project will extend from Guadalupe Park to the Turning Basin.

Learn more here

 National Night Out Is Coming!

Eastex-Jensen National Night Out. More info here: 

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Where: New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, 9126 Jensen Dr.

Montie Beach National Night Out. More info here:

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Where: Montie Beach Park, 915 Northwood St.

Near Northside Block Party. More info here: 

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: 4101 Elysian St. 

Norhill National Night Out. More info here:

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: North Norhill Esplanade (4600 block of Norhill)

Second Ward National Night Out:

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: 470 N Live Oak Street

Independence Heights National Night Out:

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: 803 Crosstimbers

Woodland Heights National Night Out. More info here: 

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: Norhill Esplanade, Euclid St.

First Ward National Night Out. More Info here:

When: Tues, Oct 4th, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Where: Sawyer Yards Train Shed & Artist Alley, 1502 Sawyer St.

Greater Northside National Night Out:

When: Thurs, Oct 6th, 4:00-7:00pm

Where: Wesley Community Center, 1410 Lee St. 

Please contact the District H office if your civic club is planning on participating in the 39th Annual Houston/Harris County National Night Out! Email DistrictH@houstontx.gov or call 832-393-3003.

Mayors Office of Cultural Affairs

In addition to the Houston Music Advisory Board’s approval, MOCA is launching the Houston Music Directory where musicians and music businesses can now register.

If you know any musicians and/or music industry folks, feel free to share and encourage registration for the Music Directory: Listing Login - Reel-Scout

You can also access the registry via the MOCA page, just click on Music Directory in the list of links. 

Second Gun Buyback Announced

As part of the One Safe Houston Initiative, Mayor Sylvester Turner joined city, county, and federal partners to announce details of the next gun buyback program. Following an overwhelming turnout during the first gun buyback on July 30th, the second event will take place next week.

When: Sat, Oct. 8th, between 8 am- noon.

Where: METRO Park & Ride, 11050 Harwin Dr.

The gun buyback is one tool in the One Safe Houston initiative, a comprehensive holistic approach to reducing violent crime. Today, violent crime is down overall in Houston, and the murder rate is down 4%. For more details watch here

Montie Beach: Fall Bingo Night

Join the community during Bingo Night! There will be good food and fun for the whole family. All the proceeds will benefit the Montie Beach Park Improvement Initiative. Find more information here

When: Fri, Sept 30th, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Where: Montie Beach Park Community Center, 915 Northwood St.

2022 Komen Houston Race For The Cure

Sign up today for this weekends 5k race. All registered participants will receive an event t-shirt. All survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will receive a special t-shirt recognizing their role in our event. For more information and how to register here. 

When: Sat, Oct 1st, 6:00am

Where: Sam Houston Park, 1000 Bagby St

Drive-Thru Food Distribution

The HPD Northeast Patrol Division is partnering with Target Hunger, Houston SPCA, and other participating agencies to distribute free food and free pet food. All distributions are drive-thru, with food being loaded into the trunk of each vehicle.

More information here.

When: Thurs, Oct 6th. 9:00am - 11:00am

Where: Northeast Patrol Division, 8301 Ley Rd.

Upcoming Water Conservation Events

As part of the national education campaign, Imagine a Day Without Water, Houston Public Works invites the community to participate in fun and educational events/programs that benefit the community. Some events even have cash prizes for participants. For more information visit Houston Public Works  or check out the events flyer here.

College Day 

Join College Community Career and Y Teen L.I.F.E. for COLLEGE DAY 2022! Meet representatives from various colleges, universities and career fields, learn about admissions, and get FREE SWAG. This is the OFFICIAL KICKOFF to College & FAFSA Month that you don't want to miss.

FAFSA completion assistance available for high school seniors! Register here

When: Sat, Oct 1st, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Where: Tellepsen Family Downtown YMCA, 808 Pease St.

Serving Up College and Careers

The FAFSA and TASFA application for financial aid to help pay for college will open on October 1st. GRADcafé will be ready to provide assistance if you need help completing your application at any of their locations.

They will also be hosting an informative workshop to provide information that will prepare you for a successful FAFSA or TASFA application completion. You can register for the workshop here.  For more information and events visit here or their newsletter.

Youth Police Advisory Council Application

Join The BARC Team

Sign Up for AlertHouston

Timely information during emergencies is important! AlertHouston delivers critical information to Houston residents regarding current conditions, expected impacts, and protective actions to keep themselves and loved ones safe. Register here.

Health Department Updates on COVID and Monkey Pox

Need Additional Resources?

Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week.

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