Young People ages 16-24, Apply for
Summer Jobs and Internships through the
Hire Houston Youth Program by April 8th
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Mayor Sylvester Turner's signature jobs program for young people, Hire Houston Youth, provides paid summer jobs and internships to people aged 16 – 24, at the City of Houston and in other public, private, and philanthropic sectors. The application period had been extended until April 8.
In 2021, with the economy on the rebound from the COVID-19 public health emergency, Hire Houston Youth offered over 9,500 opportunities. This year, Mayor Sylvester Turner set a goal of offering 12,000 job and internship opportunities, with a stretch goal of 15,000.
Through Hire Houston Youth and the awarded funds, the City of Houston has an opportunity to address long-standing inequities by creating pathways from residents to resilient, living wage trajectory jobs. This initiative also aligns with the Mayor's One Safe Houston campaign that seeks to reduce violence and prevent crime, provide increased crisis intervention, engage the community and provide outreach opportunities to young people.
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Explore and Apply for Green Job Opportunities
at the April 22 & 23 Career Expo
Register for the career expo for a chance to win a
FREE laptop, tablet, or VR headset
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Looking for internships, apprenticeships or careers that start at a minimum of $15 per hour? Participate in the Green Opportunities Houston Career Expo on April 22 and April 23 from 11 a.m. to
Register for the Green Opportunities Career Expo for a chance to receive a FREE laptop, tablet, or VR headset.
Bring your resume and connect with employers, explore green career opportunities, and learn about paid training programs. The career expo will also feature interactive resilience and suitability exhibits as well as food trucks and music.
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Join us at the Love our Parks Fest for
Catherine Delce Park in Kashmere Gardens
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Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Parks and Recreation Department and the Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities will celebrate the completion of improvements to Catherine Delce Park on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5700 Collingsworth in Kashmere Gardens. This event is part of the Mayor’s Love Our Parks Complete Communities Initative. Delce Park joins four other parks that have recently completed improvements: Malone Park, Our Park, Woodruff Park and Earl Henderson Park.
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Mayor Turner Highlights City Investments from American Rescue Plan Act Funds
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Mayor Sylvester Turner's deployment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) economic stimulus plan funds enabled Houston to recover from revenue loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ARPA funds prevented significant budgetary cuts and employee layoffs in the City of Houston. ARPA funding was used to give firefighters an 18 percent pay increase over the next three years. This funding was also used to bolster public safety through the One Safe Houston Initiative by investing in personnel, programs, and technology in the Houston Police Department.
The City has also:
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Releases 2 Year Update
for Resilient Houston and the Climate Action Plan
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The City of Houston has released a two-year, combined update and a new digital interface to track progress on the ongoing initiatives outlined in both the Resilient Houston strategy and the Climate Action Plan.
“I am proud to report on the progress of our last two years for both resilience and sustainability. We have taken strides, despite the challenges and
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roadblocks that Houstonians have faced. It is yet another demonstration of our resilience as a city,” said Mayor Turner. “With 3 out of 18 targets completed in Resilient Houston and 3 out of 12 targets completed for the
Climate Action Plan, I have no doubt that we are positioning Houston as a leader in resilience and demonstrating our commitment to build forward and build better”.
Built on existing efforts, the plans recommend new programs, projects, and policies that will help Houston prepare, adapt, and recover from shocks and stresses—like the COVID-19 pandemic, extreme weather, systemic inequities, and more. The plans outline specific actions for the City, partners, and communities to come together and solve our city and region’s challenges together, with an emphasis on the most vulnerable populations.
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For more questions on the two-year report or to take part in the implementation of
both plans, please contact the Mayor’s Office of Resilience and Sustainability at mayor@houstontx.gov or call 713-837-0311.
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Boosting Vaccinations Across Houston – April Events |
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The Equitable Vaccination Acceptance and Distribution to Houston Complete Communities Initiative, also known as VAX HOU, is a new Complete Communities project supported by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation. VAX HOU's mission is to increase COVID-19 vaccinations, address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and advance health equity in the Houston Complete Communities.
To accomplish these goals, the VAX HOU team coordinates a series of vaccine events conveniently located in the Complete Communities neighborhoods. These vaccine events are free to the public conveniently located in their own neighborhood. Upcoming events for April are listed below:
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Neighborhood Public Library - Flores
Tuesday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Flores Public Library
110 North Milby St.
Iglesia San Mateo Family Health Fair
Saturday, April 23 from 9 a.m. to noon
Iglesia San Mateo
6635 Alder Drive
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Cathedral of St. Matthew Vax Site
Saturday, April 23 (time is TBD)
Cathedral of St. Matthew
9101 Airline Dr.
For more information, visit the
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Apply for Free Culinary & Warehouse Job
Training with the Houston Food Bank
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The Houston Food Bank is currently accepting applications for their free culinary and warehouse job training programs.
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Reminder: 2022 Go Neighborhoods LISC Small Grant
Applications Are Due April 15!
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Through the Great Opportunities (GO) Neighborhoods Initiative, the Houston Office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) invests to create strong and vibrant communities with engaged residents and organizations. Small grants support activities that bring stakeholders together to address issues like housing, health, environment, education, economic development, family financial stability and resident leadership and civic engagement. LISC Houston invites community leaders and organizations to apply to secure awards from $500 to $5,000.
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Join Mayor Turner for a Family Day in the Park |
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Mayor Sylvester Turner will host Family Day in the Park at Sylvester Turner Park on on
Saturday, April 9 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The event is free to everyone.
To help put Houston’s best foot forward, we need you to volunteer and spread the word to friends, family members, churches, and organizations to make this a great celebration.
- There will be three stages with music and entertainment. J. Paul Jr. and the Zydeco Nubreeds, Carver High School Performing Arts Students, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, Operation Get Fit and more will perform throughout the afternoon.
- There will be inflatable games, a rock wall to climb, train rides for the little kids, face painting, a senior tent will provide a place to gather for our seniors and the Houston Zoo's ZooMobile will bring some animals to meet.
- The Major League Baseball/Houston Astros Urban Youth Academy at the Park will hold youth baseball games on three of the park’s fields beginning at noon.
- The food will be plentiful and free, including turkey legs, hot dogs, sausage on a stick, corn on the cob, nachos, popcorn and snow cones.
Metro will be providing free shuttle buses from two off-site parking locations:
- Carver High School, 2100 S. Victory
- Lone Star College, Victory Campus, 4141 Victory
In addition, attendees can park free at Living Word Fellowship Church, 7350 T.C. Jester, and walk the two blocks to the Park.
To volunteer, visit the event webpage, or call Mellissa Tatum at 832.393.0863
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The Harwin Park Playground Project is Underway |
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The Houston Parks and Recreation Department, along with city leadership and the Alief Super Neighborhood Council, broke ground on a new playground at Harwin Park on Thursday, March 3, 2022.
The Harwin Park playground project is based on a park master plan developed by the District F community. It includes redevelopment and enlargement of the playground featuring new playground equipment designed to promote cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development.
The project cost $756,257 and was paid for with funds from the Parks Consolidated Construction Fund, and the Parks and Recreation Dedication Fund. Visit the Houston Parks and Recreation Department website for more information.
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HOT Team Keeps District J Clean
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The HOT team conducts illegal dumping pickups in Gulfton on the second Thursday of each month. Residents are strongly encouraged to call 311 to report illegally dumped debris, tree waste, and heavy trash.
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Participate in Free After-School Activities
at Trinity Gardens Park
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Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) invites Kashmere High School students to experience after-school community engagement activities at Trinity Gardens Park, located at 4903 Bennington, Houston, TX 77028. Come out and play a pickup game of basketball with your peers, refine your skills, get in shape, and hoop it up! These programs are free and promote good sportsmanship in a fun, safe atmosphere under the supervision of our staff.
The pickup basketball games will be held at Trinity Gardens Park on Tuesday April 12 from 4:10 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Free Meals for Seniors & Veterans |
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Interfaith Ministries’ Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston Program provides home-delivered meals to homebound seniors, veterans and disabled adults 60 years and over in five counties. This nutritional support helps seniors stay independent and in their own homes. These services are free and don't require proof of disability. Eligible seniors must be 60 years old or older (or disabled), homebound and unable to work.
Veterans must have their Honorable Discharge documentation. Spouses, surviving spouses, or dependents of veterans must show documentation. For more information on how to apply for this service, call 713-533-4978. You can also visit Meals on Wheels online at www.imgh.org/MOW
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Future Edison Cultural Arts Center in Fort Bend Houston
Featured in Community Impact
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Hunter Marrow, reporter for Community Impact Newspaper highlights the future Edison Cultural Arts Center coming to Fort Bend Houston. Read about how this project will benefit Fort Bend Houston on the Community Impact website.
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Join the Fort Bend Houston Super Neighborhood Council Meeting on Thursday, April 14 |
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Every second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
For meeting information contact:
Troy Carter, President
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Apply for Paid Summer Internships
through the SERJobs Program
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SERJobs is now accepting applications for its paid summer internship programs! If you know a student or young person who is 16 to 24 years old and looking for some paid workforce experience this summer, visit the website at serjobs.org/summer.
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Enroll in the Wesley Community Center's
FREE Early Head Start Childcare Program
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Wesley Community Center’s Early Head Start is an infant, toddler, child and family development program offered at no cost to families. The program is now enrolling children aged 6 weeks to 3 years for in-person, full-day, developmentally enriching childcare. Families must live in the Wesley Community Center's service area, be enrolled in school, job training, or employed. Furthermore, the program is income and zip code restricted.
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Meet Your Near Northside HPD Central Patrol Community Liaison Officer, Lucia Vieira
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Officer Lucia Vieira is the Community Liaison for the Central Division, which covers parts of District H. You can see the HPD patrol areas on their public map. Contact Officer Vieira about neighborhood issues such as abandoned vehicles, homeless camps, and illegal trash dump sites.
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Come to the Cigna Sunday in the Park Event
at Montie Beach Park
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Enjoy a fun-filled day at Cigna Sunday in the Park, Sunday, April 10 at Montie Beach Park,
915 Northwood St.
Cigna Sunday in the Park provides Houstonians with an opportunity to engage with others, meet new neighbors, and explore the community. The event will feature a holiday theme with live music, games, dancing and fun activities for the whole family. The Houston Health Department will be onsite at all three parks to administer COVID-19 vaccinations for those 12+.
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Register to Volunteer for Rebuilding Together Houston |
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Rebuilding Together Houston enlists community volunteers and licensed contractors to repair the homes of low-income elderly, U.S. Military Veterans, homeowners with disabilities, and working families in need. After 2 years of COVID-19 restricting volunteer projects, the Volunteer Home Repair Initiative is back on a regular calendar and focusing on our busiest months:
April and October.
We need your help to rebuild Houston. Create your own crew with 15-20 volunteers from your workplace, neighborhood, or faith group. Rebuilding Together Houston also has occasional opportunities for small groups and individuals.
To sign up, register on the Rebuilding Together Houston website.
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Contribute Found Items to The Dreamcatcher
Sculpture that will be Featured at the New
Sunnyside Multiservice Center
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Jesse Lott, a Houston-renowned artist, long-time Fifth Ward resident, and recently named Texas State three-dimensional artist, will create The Dreamcatcher, a sculpture to be installed on the exterior of the new Sunnyside Multiservice Center. The community will have a hand in deciding key elements of this work.
"The voices of local residents will help guide the central imagery of the sculpture—whether it's a sun, a family, or another element that encompasses the spirit of Sunnyside," said Lott. "The community will also be engaged with source materials that are authentic to the neighborhood for incorporation into The Dreamcatcher."
To hear Lott explain his vision, watch the meeting recording at bit.ly/SSCC21722
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S.H.A.P.E Community Center Honors
Marcos Mazula with New Technology Center
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S.H.A.P.E. Community Center hosted the dedication and grand opening of The Marcos Mazula Technology Center. Marcos Mazula was a long-time S.H.A.P.E. volunteer and children’s educational advocate who started the first technology program at the community center 10 years ago. Marcos was a gifted artist, with a passion for technology and he generously shared his gifts with the students in the S.H.A.P.E. community to expand their natural interests, curiosities and horizons.
Together, Houston Community College (HCC) and Siemens will enable S.H.A.P.E. to introduce students to computer-aided design (CAD) software, 3D printing and engineering pathways that are not always accessible to under-resourced communities. This program will align with S.H.A.P.E.’s mission to improve the quality of life for people of African descent through programs and activities that emphasize unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith.
Learn more about S.H.A.P.E. Community Center at shape.org. |
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Join Us for a Conversation with Houston Authors
Attica Locke and Tembi Locke
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Houston natives Attica Locke and Tembi Locke, who grew up in the Third Ward area and are the daughters of Gene Locke, who was a student activist at University of Houston decades before serving as City Attorney and running for Mayor, will speak about their recent books from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday April 16 at the
Seating is limited and registration is required. The registration link can be found on the Houston Public Library website.
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