The Houston Health Department is shifting from waitlist to releasing new appointments weekly. Visit the COVID-19 Vaccine webpage or call the COVID hotline 832-393-4420 to schedule an appointment. Starting March 29th, all Texas adults will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will lunch a website next week to allow people to register for a shot. View the press release here.

If you need assistance with registration, call the COVID-19 call center at 832-393-4220. People 60 and older, call 832-393-4301. People with disabilities, call the Aging and Disability Resource Center at 832-393-5500.

Independence Heights will have a drive-thru and walk-up testing site at Greater First Baptist Church, 4441 Haygood St. 77022 on March 23-27, 10am-6pm. The test is a nose self-swab and no appointment is required. Visit the City of Houston's Free COVID-19 website for dates, times, and locations of this week's TESTING SITES, or call 832-393-4220 to reach the COVID-19 Call Center.

Houston's positivity rate is 9.9%. It remains important to mask-up. Masking up helps prevent the spread of COVID-19. Make the choice to protect your health as well as the health of others around you, and wear a mask.

Young people can sign up for internships for the summer by visiting the Hire Houston Youth website. There are some new year-round opportunities available as well. Applicants must be between 16-24 years old, reside within Houston city limits, and be capable of committing to working June 14th - August 5th . Most intern positions will earn $10 per hour and interns will work a total of 32 hours per week.

Employers with job opportunities, internships or apprenticeships, are invited to post their positions on the Hire Houston Youth job board by visiting here.

Council Member Cisneros is sponsoring free spay/neuter appointments at the Houston Humane Society for District H residents. Schedule your appointment here. Vouchers for free spay/neuter appointments will also be available for District H residents at the Pet Food Pantry on April 10th, 10am-12pm, at Funeraria del Angel Crespo, 2516 Navigation Blvd, 77003.

Mark your calendars for the North Main Street Marketplace on Sunday, March 28, 12pm-4pm. Vendors include artists, health and beauty, jewelry and more! A few vendor spots are still available. All food vendors must have permits. Register as a vendor here. Registration closes March 25th at 5pm.

A Virtual Public Meeting to consider a Municipal Settings Designation (MSD) for the property owned by Illinois Tool Works is being held on April 15, 2021 at 6:00 pm, for their site located at 1370 East 40th Street, Houston, TX 77022,. The link for the meeting can be accessed on the MSD Calendar page.

View the public notice here.

Buffalo Bayou Partnership invites community members to a gathering to offer your ideas and input about plans for Tony Marron Park and the Lockwood South Mixed-Income Housing. The meeting is on Saturday, March 27th, 10am-12pm at the corner of Eastwood and Ira Street. View the letter here.

Complete Communities is encouraging community members of the Near Northside and Second Ward to participate in a workshop on April 10th at 10am. The deadline to register is April 5th. A community presentation will be given on April 24th at 10am. More info here.

TxDOT's comment period for the I-10 Inner-Katy Corridor has been extended until March 31st. TXDOT is soliciting input regarding the addition of two managed lanes on I-10 between 610 and Downtown. You can view a recorded presentation here to see issues being considered, and also how the proposed TXDOT project may interface with the new Bus Rapid Transit lanes along the same route.

Submit your comments using the comment card here.

If you’re having trouble paying your rent and utilities, visit one of the three drive-through events for assistance to pay back rent and utilities and connect with attorneys who can walk you through the declaration form for the CDC eviction moratorium. More info here.

Join CafeCollege and Workforce Solutions for their presentation on employable skills on March 31st 4pm-5pm. Learn about first impressions, problem solving, interpersonal communication, and more! Visit here for more information.

The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hosting a webinar on how to start a business on March 25, 12pm-12:45pm. Speakers include a business owner, a mentor, partners, and the president of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Register here.

Free Job Training for Customer Service Call Center, Construction & Safety, Warehouse & Forklift, and Banking. Starting March 22nd and provided by SERJobs. Text JOB to 69922 to apply. More info here.

SERVE HOUSTON is recruiting high school graduates, gap year students, current college students and recent college graduates to be Service Ambassadors. Apply here.

Free Training in Logistics and Forklift for East End Residents: Provided by HCC, you can find more information here.

Department Labor: Construction Trades Apprenticeship: Free training and opportunity for a paid position. Contact Dale Sanford at 832-429-1944 or dale@builtrite.work. More information here.

Free Tuition and Supplies for Healthcare Training! Provided by San Jacinto College, you can find more information and requirements here.

Learn Relevant Skills for In-Demand Jobs: Microsoft Learn and LinkedIn Learning offering free training, discounted certification test, and free job-seeking tools. Program closes March 31st. Start now!

*Please refer to 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!