Council Member Cisneros and her staff wishes all a Happy Mother's Day! |  | |
Hogan St. Bridge Reopens
TxDOT repairs on the Hogan St bridge have concluded and all four lanes on the bridge have reopened! For the past year, traffic had been diverted to avoid a damaged bridge pillar. The pillar has been repaired and reinforced; traffic patterns have returned to normal.
North Main Safety Improvements Meeting:
The City of Houston has been undergoing an analysis and redesign of North Main to slow down cut through traffic and improve accessibility:
- As of April 2023, the project is fully designed between Boundary Street and Cottage Street.
- At the same time, METRO has been redesigning one of their frequent bus routes, the 56, which runs along Airline Drive. In addition to improved bus service, the redesign includes high-comfort bike lanes from North Main St to W Cavalcade St. Airline Drive intersects with North Main.
- To connect the proposed bike lanes on Airline to the proposed bike lanes on North Main, the City is pursuing an extension of North Main to fill the 0.5-mile gap between Cottage St. and Airline Dr.
More information about the project here
When: Tues, May 23, 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Montie Beach Community Center, 915 Northwood St, Houston, TX 77009
New Sidewalks in Independence Heights:
Please be advised that Work Authorization No. 28 has been issued to remove and replace concrete sidewalk and wheel chair ramps on Pickney St. (east side) from Marion St., Common St. (north side) from Pickney St. to Harrington St., and Harrington St. (west side) from 1205 Harrington St. to 1201 Harrington St. View link to map here
| EPA's Community Advisory Group Introductory Meeting | |
TONIGHT the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public meeting to establish a Community Advisory Group (CAG) for the Fifth Ward/ Kashmere Gardens UPRR site. Meeting agenda will include:
1. A short discussion on the community's role and EPA's desire for meaningful community involvement
2. A detailed explanation of a CAG's mission and roles
3. CAG membership: membership duties, and membership selection panel and selection criteria (if needed)
4. CAG Leadership: positions and responsibilities, selection process
More information here
When: Thurs, May 11th, 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Zoom Link
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The Federal Railroad Administration recently hosted a Rail Safety Summit in Houston. Injuries and deaths occur at rail crossings every day. Ensure your safety with the provided rail road crossing tips:
- Stop, look both ways, and listen. Know that trains always have the right of way.
- Don’t stop on the tracks. Make sure you have room to get across. Once you enter the crossing, keep moving.
- Stop 15 feet away from flashing red lights, lowered gates, a signaling flagman or a stop sign.
- Never drive around a lowering gate or ignore signals.
- After a train passes, wait for gates to fully rise and for all lights to stop flashing before your cross.
- Never assume that there is only one train coming from a single direction.
- If your car stalls on a track, quickly get everyone out — even if you don’t see a train coming. Run away from the tracks and your car to avoid being hit by flying debris. Call the number on the blue emergency notification system sign. If the sign is not visible to you, call 911.
More information here
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This East End celebration welcomes the start of Houston's fresh tomato season that begins in May. Think salsa making competitions, music, food, and more. For more information view here
When: Sat, May, 13th, 10am-3pm
Where: Finca Tres Robles, 6000 Canal St.
| Happy Turtle, Trails, and Hot Dogs | |
Friends of Woodland Park have planned a fun two-hour event highlighting the unveiling of the new Woody the Turtle play sculpture. This is a great time to discover (or re-discover) the trails in the park and enjoy free hot dogs (while supplies last) with friends and family. More information here
When: Sat, May 13th, 11am-1pm
Where: Woodland Park, 212 Parkview St.
| Free Credit and Financial Counseling | |
FICO has assembled a group of experts to help viewers stick to and reach their goals. The panel of experts will provide information about the credit reports, credit scores and deliver reliable guidance to assist viewers on their credit journey. Along with panel discussion, participants will have access to FREE FICO® Score and FREE one-on-one credit and financial counseling from an Operation HOPE Financial Wellbeing Coach. Register here
When: Thurs, May 18th, 7:00-8:00pm
Where: Webinar link provided upon registration
| Positive Interaction Programs Meetings | |
The Positive Interaction Program holds monthly PIP meetings featuring speakers from different divisions (Burglary and Theft, Homicide, K-9, Helicopters, etc.) explaining how their division operates. This is done so citizens will know what to expect, should they ever need the police. More information here
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North PIP Meeting, Tues, May 16th, 7:00pm, North Police Station, 9455 West Montgomery Rd.
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Acres Home PIP Meeting, May 25th, 7:00pm, Acres Home Multi Service Center, 6719 West Montgomery Rd.
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Join Houston First Corporation on the first three Saturdays in May as we amplify the voices of the Asian American Pacific Islander community. All three events are free to the public. More information here
When:
- May 13th:
- Maxim Band
- Thai Cultural Performance by Wat Buddhavas Temple
- AAPI Art Exhibition (On the Wharf)
- May 20th: Karaoke Night Hosted by Asian Elvis Tribute Artist, Johnny Elvis
Where: 701 Avenida de las Americas, Suite 200
| 2023 Houston Art Bike Parade & Festival |
Houston Art Bike Parade & Festival is designed to showcase student and public art bikes and provide an opportunity for exploring Houston's bayou greenways system. Free to participate and attend. More information here
When: Sat, May 13th, 10am-1pm
Where: MacGregor Park, 5225 Calhoun
| Miller Outdoor Theatre Celebrates 100 years | |
Enjoy this week's performances at Miller! More information here.
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Fri, May 12th, 6pm, Celebrate Miller: It's our birthday!
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Fri, May 12th, 8pm, Houston Ballet Presents George Balanchine's Jewels
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Sat, May 13th, 8:00pm, Houston Ballet Presents George Balanchine's Jewels
Where: Miller Outdoor Theatre
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HPD: Ways to Protect Your Vehicle | |
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Thieves are on the prowl for vehicles. If you can, park in visible areas and invest in an anti-theft device to deter criminals. Spread the word to friends & family to help protect our properties.
Watch informational video here
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BARC: "Empty the Shelters" | |
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BARC will once again waive adoption fees for all cats and dogs. To help ensure another successful campaign, BARC will also be extending its adoption hours by opening its adoption center Mondays throughout the campaign, when we have traditionally been closed. More information here
When: May 2nd-May 15th, 12:00pm-5:00pm
Where: 3300 Carr St.
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Health Department Updates on COVID and Flu | |
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COVID-19
Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 6.8%. Houston's CDC COVID-19 Community Level is currently LOW. The following is still recommended:
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Watch City Council Meetings Virtually | |
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