I am a Houston City Council Member and I represent many families with young children who are deeply worried and extremely upset about the dilemma of sending their children back to school, where you have determined that masking-up is optional. ...continue reading here.

If you have concerns you wish to share with the Governor, write or call the Governor's office at (512)463-1828.

The City of Houston and eleven area school districts are partnering to host a SUPER SATURDAY VACCINATION DAY on each Saturday during the month of August. The school sites may be different each week. You are invited to attend Super Saturday Vaccination Day this Saturday, August 7th. For a list of this week's participating school locations click here. The Pfizer vaccine is approved for people age 12 and older, with parental consent. No appointment needed.

The next Childhood & Youth Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 11th at 2pm. Tune into HTV or watch via this link.

To sign up for Public Comment, please fill out this form by Tuesday, August 10th at 5:00 pm. Only those who sign up in advance will be able to provide public comments during the meeting.

If you are in need of assistance feeding your pets, stop by Resurrection Catholic Church, where Council Member Cisneros and the Houston Humane Society are offering a free pet food pantry today! You will not need to get out of your vehicle. No appointment is necessary and individuals will be served on a first-come, first-serve basis. See the Flyer here.

When: Thursday, August 5th, 9 am-11 am

Where: Resurrection Catholic Church, 915 Zoe St.

People who get fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at a Houston Health Department Health Center or Multi-Service Center clinic will receive a $25 gift card at the completion of the series if it is completed within 42 days of the first dose.

Help save lives and overcome the pandemic. Get vaccinated at one of the 18 Houston Health Department-affiliated sites across the city this week. Vaccines are free, safe and effective. The schedule is available on the vaccine page of the Houston Emergency Center Website.

THANK YOU to all the organizations supporting District H communities with valuable back to school resources! Be sure to check the requirements for each specific event before you go.

Free Back to School Immunizations

UT Physicians Multispecialty - Jensen

2620 E. Crosstimbers Street, Suite 100

AAMA Sanchez Charter School, 215 Rittenhouse Street

Northside Back-To School Supply Drive-Thru Event

Northside High School, 1101 Quitman

East End Back to School Health Fair

Baker Ripley House, 4410 Navigation Blvd

Taxpayers can save money on tax-free purchases of most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks (sold for less than $100) during the annual Tax-Free weekend. Qualifying items can be purchased tax free from a Texas store or from an online or catalog seller doing business in Texas.

This year’s sales tax holiday begins Friday, Aug. 6, and goes through midnight Sunday, Aug. 8. Learn more about qualifying items here.

Montie Beach Civic Club is seeking donations at their Back to School Supply Drive this weekend.

Supplies needed: No. 2 pencils, crayons, glue sticks, erasers, rulers, composition books, scissors.

When: Sunday, August 8th, 4 pm - 6 pm

Where: Montie Beach Park, 915 Northwood

The Houston Public Library will continue to provide an array of virtual programming, as they move forward with planning for fall events. Follow them on social media to join their Summer Reading Program (SRP) virtual events, which premiere Tuesdays at 10:30 AM! You can also continue to enjoy digital content and media resources (e-books, e-audiobooks, music, movies, magazines, and more). Learn more here.

Dangerous road rage incidents are on the rise. First and foremost, protect yourself and protect your family. Don't meet aggression with aggression.

HPD is partnering with other local law enforcement agencies to launch the Safe Roadways Initiative. Learn more here. Please report road rage incidents to HPD.

Call 311 to report a nuisance, and call 911 if there is an emergency situation.

See if your home qualifies for free water testing for lead & copper pipes. Lead and copper can enter drinking water through plumbing materials, and exposure to lead and copper may cause health problems.

The short survey will take no more than 2 minutes and will determine if you qualify for free water testing. Take the survey here. Survey closes August 27th.

To learn more and to apply, click here.

The BARC Adoption Center is open Tuesday - Sunday from 11am to 5pm to adopt a pet, and is closed on Mondays. First come, first serve! Learn more and view available pets here.

Avenue/Go Neighborhoods will be awarding sponsorships to Greater Northside groups for National Night Out events taking place on Tuesday, October 5th.

Sponsorships will be awarded PRIOR to the event this year. The application process is open to groups in the Greater Northside. More information here.

Día De Los Muertos Festivals

Volunteer and vendor applications are now available here for MECA's 21st anniversary Dia de los Muertos event, featuring altar and retablo exhibitions, community workshops, and a two-day virtual festival. The festival will be held at MECA’s colorful, art-filled campus located at the nationally recognized Historic Dow School in the heart of Houston’s Old Sixth Ward.

The Ofrenda at Montie Beach Park will take place Oct 30th and coincides with the dates of Dia de los Muertos. For more information, visit here.

If you would like to be a part of the festival, either as a vendor or a sponsor please email: diadelosmuertos@montiebeach.org.

The Houston Dia de los Muertos Parade and Festival at City Hall is an exciting new tradition for the City of Houston. Follow this link to learn more info on how to participate .

The Department of Neighborhoods and community partners are offering “A Month of Service” online workshops covering a variety of legal topics: Eviction & Tenant Rights, Worker's Rights, Child Custody & Divorce, Consumer Concerns, Wills & Estate planning, and more.

Classes are free but you must register in advance at www.nrcdc.org/site/getregistered or by calling 346-339-1088.

Workshops are intended for informational purposes only and are not forums for legal advice.

When: Saturday, August 7th, 10 am - 1 pm

Where: 2500 S. Victory Drive

Competitions continue through August 6th. This year’s games may be the largest AAU Junior Olympics in history, with approximately 15,000 athletes attending between the ages of 5 and 18.

Come out and see these amazing young athletes! Check game schedules here.

Check out the new job training classes starting this month at SER. In as little as 2 weeks, you can earn industry-recognized credentials that lead to in-demand careers in a variety of industries.

Learn more here.

The next major grant cycle from the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) and the Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), launches August 6th. Potential applicants can apply for the 2022 Support for Artists and Creative Individuals (SACI) and Festival grant programs here.

Hire Houston Youth: Over 800 jobs are still available! Applicants must be between 16-24 years old and reside in Houston City limits. Learn more here.

Free Job Training for Many Careers provided by SERJobs. More info here.

Young Invincibles: Looking for young adults ages 18-34 to engage in their community. Applications are due August 22. More info here.

*Please visit the District H Resource Page for more opportunities.*

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

Download the 311 app to your Android or iPhone. When you see an issue in your neighborhood, use the app to report it. You can even include photos! If you prefer to talk directly to a representative about your issue, or want to request information about City resources, birth certificates, elections, and more, call 713-837-0311. Remember: Always call 911 in the case of an emergency!