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October 7, 2022 Issue 117 |
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Dear residents,
Hope everyone is enjoying the slightly cooler temperatures that fall is starting to bring our way!
Thank you to all who participated in National Night Out events across District E. I had the pleasure of attending National Night Out in Waters Edge, Barrington, and Trailwood Village. While my staff stretched across the rest of Kingwood, Northshore, Southbelt Ellington and Clear Lake, attending numerous events and dropping off communication materials. We appreciate the members of our Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department for joining us in these events, as well as our friends from the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management for providing some informative items to pass out along our stops throughout the evening.
As we get closer to November, I want to encourage each of you to get involved this election season. There are very important items on the ballot ranging from our Congressional Representatives, Governor, State Supreme Court Justices, State Legislators, County Judge, Local Judges, and seven City of Houston Propositions.
City of Houston Proposition A: The issuance of $277,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation and equipment of public safety permanent improvements and facilities for the city's police and fire departments and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition B: The issuance of $60,000,000 public improvement bonds for the conservation, improvement, acquisition, construction and equipment of neighborhood parks, recreational facilities and trails and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition C: The issuance of $47,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and equipment of buildings and facilities for animal care purposes (BARC) and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition D: The issuance of $33,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and equipment of buildings and facilities owned by the city to support and provide public health and wellness and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition E: The issuance of $29,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and equipment of existing city administrative buildings and facilities and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition F: The issuance of $26,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation and equipment of public library system buildings and facilities and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
City of Houston Proposition G: The issuance of $6,000,000 public improvement bonds for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation and equipment of permanent improvements for solid waste management purposes and the levying of taxes sufficient for the payment thereof and interest thereon.
The first day of early voting is Monday, October 24 and the last day to vote early is Friday, November 4. All Harris County voters may vote anywhere in the county during early voting. Election Day is Tuesday, November 8, polls are open from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Election Day. To learn more about this upcoming election and look at your sample ballot, visit www.harrisvotes.com.
Thank you all for continuing to support the District E Office and allowing us the opportunity to serve you.
Sincerely,
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Mayor Pro Dave Martin
900 Bagby, First Floor
Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (832) 393-3008
The District E Team
Jessica Beemer
Chief of Staff
Dustin Hodges
North Sector Manager
Mark Mitchell
South Sector Manager
Michael McKnight
Executive Assistant
Romina Sahagun
Fall Intern
City Resources
Kingwood Community Center
(281) 348-2570
Community Resources
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The District E Office Welcomes Our Fall CHIP Intern, Romina Sahagun, to the Team |
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Romina Sahagun has joined the District E Office team as our new fall intern. She is a junior at the University of Houston majoring in Economics and minoring in Political Science, and is set to graduate early in December of 2023.
Romina hopes to pursue a master’s degree in Political Economy in the near future. Some of her hobbies include reading, volunteering, traveling with her family, and going out to new restaurants in Houston.
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Evonne Street Swat Project Scheduled |
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A drainage project, conducted by the Houston Public Works Storm Water Action Team (SWAT) along Evonne Street, will begin Monday, October 10th. The scope of work includes removal and replacement of reinforced concrete storm sewer inlets on and near Evonne Street. The cost of the project is $150,537.99 and is funded through the Dedicated Drainage & Street Renewal Capital Fund.
The project is anticipated to be completed by Tuesday, February 7, 2023, weather permitting. Construction activities are expected to take place Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Should there be any lane closures, flagmen and orange traffic cones will be used to help traffic flow through the construction zone.
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National Night Out 2022 was celebrated across District E this past Tuesday, October 4. District E staff made the best efforts to attend every event and capture pictures of our wonderful community interacting with our Houston Police Officers. There was no doubt everyone enjoyed the fellowship and opportunity to build relationships. |
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Houston Parks Board Resumes Construction
on San Jacinto Bayou Greenway Project
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Construction has resumed on the San Jacinto Bayou Greenway along the West Fork of the San Jacinto River between Woodland Hills Drive and Laurel Springs Lane. Once fully complete the San Jacinto Bayou Greenway will stretch for approximately 2.5 miles. The Houston Parks Board had previously completed the section of greenway from Woodland Hills to Burning Tree Court. The project was paused until the completion of the Forest Cove Townhomes demolition which was finished in September.
Notable features of the San Jacinto Bayou Greenway include:
- New off-street trails as well as the use of existing streets for the trail system
- Trail connection for Kingwood residents at Woodland Hills Drive to access the greenway
- Parking for greenway users within the former Riverview Townhomes Community
- Planting of native trees, meadows, and wildflowers
- Benches and seating areas
- Interpretive and directional signage
- Trash cans and recycling containers
Construction is expected to take 3 months, weather permitting. During construction, the public should not enter areas surrounded by orange caution fencing.
Once construction is completed, Houston Parks Board will continue maintenance of San Jacinto Bayou Greenway, which includes weekly trash pickup, bi-weekly mowing of grass along the trail, upkeep of the trail and amenities, and any necessary flood cleanup.
San Jacinto Bayou Greenway will connect into and through Harris County Precinct 3's Edgewater Park, currently in development, to the Spring Creek and Cypress Creek trail systems, also operated by Precinct 3.
San Jacinto Bayou Greenway is one of nine bayous being transformed as part of Bayou Greenways 2020, a public-private partnership between the nonprofit Houston Parks Board, the City of Houston, and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. The initiative is implemented in close collaboration with the Harris County Flood Control District, which manages the county’s bayous and creeks for drainage and flood risk reduction. Bayou Greenways 2020 will transform 3,000 acres of underutilized land along nine major waterways and create a 150-mile network of connected parks and trails along Houston’s major waterways.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: FM 1960 at West Lake Houston Parkway |
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The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) contractor is progressing with construction activities on FM 1960 at West Lake Houston Parkway. Crews are ready to begin constructing new pavement on West Lake Houston Parkway, on the north side of FM 1960. This requires a temporary lane configuration with lane closures during the period of Sunday, October 2, 2022, to Wednesday, October 12, 2022.
Drivers can expect major delays and are strongly encouraged to seek alternate routes.
Beginning at 5:00 a.m., Sunday, October 2 to 5:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 12
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Total closure of the double left turn lane on FM 1960 eastbound at West Lake Houston Parkway. The left turn lane will reopen on Wednesday, October 12 as a single left turn lane.
Beginning at 5:00 a.m., Sunday, October 2 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, October 7
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Multiple lanes closed on West Lake Houston Parkway at FM 1960. Only one thru lane will be open both north- and southbound at FM 1960.
- FM 1960 westbound right turn movements will be prohibited to West Lake Houston Parkway northbound.
Beginning at 9:00 p.m., Friday, October 7 to 5:00 a.m., Monday, October 10
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Total closure of West Lake Houston Parkway north- and southbound at FM 1960.
- FM 1960 westbound at West Lake Houston Parkway will have one outside lane closed. Only one through lane will be open. Right turns will be prohibited to West Lake Houston Parkway northbound.
Beginning at 5:00 a.m., Monday, October 10 to 5:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 12
- West Lake Houston Parkway will have two thru lanes north- and southbound at FM 1960.
All closures are subject to change due to inclement weather.
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A drainage project conducted by the Houston Public Works Storm Water Action Team (SWAT) along Ney Street, began Tuesday, September 20th. The scope of work includes replacing inlets, storm sewer leads, and storm sewer lines on and near Ney Street. The cost of the project is $438,572 and is funded through the Dedicated Drainage & Street Renewal Capital Fund.
The project is anticipated to be completed by Wednesday, January 18, 2023, weather permitting. Construction activities are expected to take place Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
As a result of the construction activities, please be aware of flagmen and orange traffic cones that will be on-site to help traffic flow through the construction zone as the project may require a one-lane closure. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.
Residents will have access to driveways and sidewalks at all times and may experience an increase in noise levels due to trucks and equipment in the area. There are no water or sewer impacts anticipated. Should a disruption need to occur, affected residents will be notified.
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Northeast Water Purification Plant Status Update |
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On Tuesday, September 13, staff from Mayor Pro Tem Martin's office participated in the Northeast Water Purification Plant (NEWPP) Expansion Project Virtual Public Meeting.
The final construction details on the new intake pump station are being completed. The pump intake station is a key aspect of the project that is located approximately 900 feet from the shore of Lake Houston. The intake station includes underwater screens, pumping, and conveyance to withdraw water from the lake and then deliver it to the treatment facilities.
Testing of the intake pumps and ancillary systems are still ongoing. Once testing is completed, permanent power will be connected to the existing raw water pump station. Security fencing is also being installed at the pump station.
Additionally, the project team continues to make progress at the plant site with the construction of roadways and drainage improvements that will connect the existing plant site with the expansion. The team is also testing major equipment like the centrifuges and ozone generators. They are nearly complete with construction on the administration building and maintenance building as well.
Currently, the water plant is capable of treating 80 million gallons of water per day; the two-phase expansion project will increase that capacity to 400 million gallons per day. Phase 1, on which construction began in July 2019, will add a capacity of 80 million gallons per day by January 2023, while Phase 2 will add the remaining 240 million gallons per day by July 2025. The entire project is slated to be finalized by September 2025
NEWPP's main goal is to be a good neighbor and keep residents informed of upcoming work in the area. The District E Office encourages residents to address questions or concerns by calling 281-520-3777 or visiting www.greaterhoustonwater.com where you can also sign up for notifications regarding the next public meeting.
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Edgebrook Neighborhood Resiliency Plan Public Meeting |
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District E staff attended the Edgebrook Neighborhood Resiliency Plan Public Workshop where residents had the opportunity to collaborate with city planners to co-design actionable solutions for building an equitable and resilient Edgebrook.
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Oak Meadow Community and 50/50 Park Partnership Meeting |
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Representatives from the Oak Meadow community, Houston Parks Department, Houston General Service Department, Houston Police Department Eastside Division, and Houston Parks Board met to discuss the future design of Oak Meadow Park.
Oak Meadow Park was selected by Mayor Turner to participate in the 50/50 Park Partnership program. A special “Thank You” to Sara Cronin with TPC Group, a recent donor to the park, for attending the meeting.
For more information about the 50/50 Park Partnership, click here.
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Houston Public Works Water Programs & Events |
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Houston Public Works Adopt-A-Drain Program |
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Houston’s Adopt-A-Drain is a partnership between Houston Public Works, Keep Houston Beautiful and community partners.
Houston Public Works currently has more than 100,000 inlets in our drainage system. Houston's Adopt-A-Drain program allows the community to help prevent future flooding, save taxpayers’ dollars, and keep our neighborhood storm drains clean and litter free. Nearly two thousand drains have been adopted since the program launched. Our goal is to get as many adopted before the next major storm or rain event.
To adopt a drain: visit www.HoustonAdoptaDrain.org, enter your email address, and follow the link you are sent. There is a short video on the website to help walk people through the process.
By adopting a drain, you are making a commitment to keep the drain clear of leaves and trash by cleaning it at least 4 times a year (especially before it rains).
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District E Electronic Recycling Events |
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District E Upcoming Monthly Events
Please refer to Mayor Pro Tem Martin's District E website for location, time, and more event details for City of Houston Events. Email the District E office (districte@houstontx.gov) if you would like us to include your upcoming event in future newsletters!
October 12 – Gulf Coast Protection District
October 12 – KSA Public Safety Committee Meeting
October 15 – Sylvan Rodriguez Park Replant
October 18 – Kingwood Positive Interaction Program Meeting
October 19 – Kingwood Super Neighborhood Council Meeting
October 26 – Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce General Membership
October 28 – HPD Northeast Division Trunk or Treat
October 29 – Fall Kingwood B.O.P.A. Event
October 31 – Halloween
November 1 – Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee
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See a pothole, report it by calling (713) 837-0311 or use a Smartphone App.
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Get the latest on COVID-19 including locations of active testing sites can be found here.
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Tune to HTV Houston to watch live and recorded City Council and Committee Meetings.
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