New Boundaries for District H | | |
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Council has voted to adopt the new redistricting plan for the City of Houston based on the 2020 Census data. The new boundaries establish Single-Member Council Districts from which District Council Member are elected.
Because District H had the smallest population in the 2020 Census count, the district has had to grow larger. New areas include a portion of the northside of downtown, a more consolidated Eastex-Jensen, a unified Bonita Gardens, Imperial Valley, Candlelight Plaza, Shepherd Park Plaza, and a portion of Garden Oaks.
The Redistricting Website has been updated to reflect the approved revised district maps
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Train Derailment In DH Neighborhoods Does Not Pose Safety Risk | |
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This morning CM Cisneros visited the site where 26 train cars in Denver Harbor de-railed overnight. There were no injuries, no street blockages, and there are no environmental hazards. The EPA and TCEQ are onsite, and there appears to be no hazmat concerns and since nothing was spilled. All the toppled cars were empty and traveling at a slow speed through an industrial area in Denver Harbor, near McReynolds Middle School, at about 2am last night. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the derailment.
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Important Voting Information | |
Voting is around the corner! Here are some additional important dates and information to prepare you for 2022 voting.
For more Voting and Ballot information view here:
Early voting: BEGINS October 24th and ENDS November 4th
Mail In Ballot: Deadline is October 28th
General Election: November 8th
Information about the City of Houston Bond Election Information can be found here
| While the Astros hit the road for games 3, 4, and maybe 5 of the American League Championship Series, you can join Houstonians at Minute Maid Park for the Official ALCS Watch Parties! Catch the game on the big screen and enjoy festivities around the ballpark including live music, caricature artists, face painters, games, food trucks, and more. Vouchers for ALCS Watch Parties are $1! Get your voucher here | |
The POST is offering free salsa lessons, social dancing, tasty beverages, and more! For more information and to register here
When: Thurs, Oct 20th, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: POST Houston
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Mark your calendar for Buffalo Bayou Partnership's KBR Kids Day for FREE, family fun including hands-on nature and art activities, live performances on the stage, Dia de Los Muertos face painting, and so much more. For more information view here
When: Sat, Oct 22nd, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Where: Tony Marron Park
| 125th Anniversary of the Houston Professional Musicians' Association | |
The Houston Professional Musician' Association will be celebrating the anniversary with a variety of music from our membership along with food and refreshments. It is open to the public and family friendly and FREE. For more information view here
When: Sat, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Where: Union Hall, 5771 Enid St.
| Houston Music Advisory Board: Listening Session | |
Join the music community at the first Listening Session, or town hall, and HMAB. This event is free and open to the public with RSVP to accommodate in-person seating. RSVP here and if you are a musician or music business sign up and join here
When: Tues, Oct 25th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: The Heights Theater, 339 W. 19th St.
| Meaningful Pioneers: Harvest Community Festival | | |
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Meaningful Pioneers is a community focused on helping Houstonians of all ages step into their greatness through extracurricular activities, educational enrichment, and mentorship. They invite you to come out and enjoy family fun activities, local vendors, food and entertainment. For more information view here
When: Sat, Oct 29th, 12:00pm-5:00pm
Where: 7300 Nordling Rd
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Northside - Northline Area 5 Roadside Ditch Rehabilitation Project | |
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Houston Public Works Transportation and Drainage Operations have released Phase 1 important dates and information regarding the roadside ditch rehabilitation. View the power point here
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State of The Townhall in Independence Heights | |
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Independence Heights invites community members to come out and learn about all the great things planned for the community. For more information view here
When: Mon, Oct 24th, 5:30pm & 6:30pm
Where: Booker T. Washington High School, 4204 Yale St.
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Second Annual Fall Festival: Trunk or Treat | | |
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The HPD Northeast Division is hosting the Trunk or Treat event. They are inviting the community to come out and enjoy games, food, fun, and candy. View the full flyer here
For more information call or email Ofc. Caban or Ofc. Abundo at 832-395-1500
When: Fri, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: 8301 Ley Rd.
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Join the Lindale Park Littles for a Halloween celebration. There will be a costume contest, games and treats! More information here
When: Sat, Oct 29th, 3:00pm - 5-:00pm
Where: St. Alban's Playground
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Tamale Festival Presents: Dia De Los Muertos | |
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Join Second Ward Super Neighborhood 63 in celebrating Houston's culture at the Tamale Festival. Enjoy food, music, dances, and culture with FREE admission to the event. For more information view here
When: Sat, Oct 29th, 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: Navigation Esplanade, 2600 Navigation
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The MKT Trail will be opened to the public next week! Bring your helmets and bicycles to stroll along the trail!
When: Mon, Oct 24th,10:00am - 11:00am
Where: Intersection of Frasier and E 5 1/2
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Liveable Places Action Committee | | |
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After extensive discussions and hearing community feedback, the Livable Places Action Committee is proposing changes to the City's Code of Ordinances to address the effects of abutting high-density developments on existing single-family residential homes. The Draft Ordinance Language and the Presentation to The Planning Commission are now available.
Submit your comments NO LATER than October 30th
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness | |
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Federal student loan borrowers can get credit for payments that previously didn’t qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness or Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness. For a limited time, borrowers may receive credit for past periods of repayment on loans that would otherwise not qualify for PSLF. For more information view here
Deadline is Oct 31st
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month | |
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Domestic violence is a problem we can all work together to solve.
In the first 8 months of 2022, HPD has responded to 51 domestic violence-related homicides in Houston.
Share these phone numbers to help someone.
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Victim Service Division: 713-308-0080
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National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
You can also The Mayor's Office of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence
Follow HPD social media pages all month long for safety tips, how to help people in your lives, and a personal story of survival.
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Join the BARC Team! BARC is looking to fill the following positions:
- Animal Care Technician
- Animal Enforcement Officer Trainee
- Staff Veterinarian
Learn more about available positions here.
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Health Department Updates on COVID and Monkey Pox | |
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COVID-19
Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 6.6% which is a decreasing trend from previous weeks. Houston's CDC COVID-19 Community Level is currently LOW. The following is still recommended:
Monkey Pox
As of Tuesday, Oct. 18th, there are 674 confirmed Monkey Pox cases in Houston. The threat remains low. However, it is still recommended to take precaution and be aware of symptoms and next steps.
- Rash may appear and can be extremely painful
- Flu-like symptoms
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People who develop a rash need to avoid direct contact with other people and contact their health care provider as soon as possible.
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For more information Houston Health Department
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Need Additional Resources? | |
Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. | | | | |
