Crime is way too high across the nation and the city. Mayor Turner and Council Member Cisneros encourage Houstonians to "rat" on people committing crimes. We need community response, not just law enforcement, for information regarding hotspots in District H. In order to create a safe environment for all, especially our kids, we all need to participate. We all need to be vigilant.

Call 911 to report an emergency and 713-884-3131 to request non-emergency police services.

During the last week of Human Trafficking Awareness month, Council Member Cisneros is highlighting the anti-trafficking mini mural on the corner of Crosstimbers and Jensen. The butterflies were painted by Up Art Studio Artist Renee Victor. Like the other three mini-murals, the National Human Trafficking Hotline number, 888-373-7888 is included. The mini murals are located at Airline at Cavalcade, Moody Park, Airline at Crosstimbers, and Jensen at Crosstimbers.

Be sure to tune into Breaking the Bonds of Human Trafficking today at 6:30 PM. The Houston Chapter of Links presents an interactive panel discussion on Human Trafficking. Register here.

Houston's positivity rate is 17%. Testing remains important. Get tested if you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19. Please continue to wear a mask and practice social distancing. 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.

District H testing sites:

For the latest announcements and links to information on appointments, vaccine providers and distribution sites, visit the City's COVID-19 Vaccine webpage. You can also sign up for alerts by subscribing to AlertHouston to receive push notifications regarding new appointment opportunities.

Vaccine distribution is dependent upon the amount of vaccine delivered to Houston from the State. At this time, eligible persons are first responders, those over 65, those over 16 with medical conditions that increase the risk, or pregnant women.

If you or someone you know is eligible for the vaccine, but is homebound and unable to get to a vaccination site, Council Member Cisneros wants to know, so she can give your name and contact info to the Houston Health Department. The Health Department is collecting that information now and is working on a plan for mobile vaccination assistance.

Please email the District H office at DistrictH@houstontx.gov, or call 832-393-3003.

Additionally, People with Disabilities can call the COVID Vaccine Hotline at 855-937-2372.

Saturday, January 30th, from 10 AM-12 PM, Memorial Hermann will have a drive-thru food distribution at Wesley Food Pantry, 1235 Lorraine St, Houston, TX 77009. Please stay in your vehicles and bring a form of identification. Walk-ins are welcomed and will be met by the front gate entrance. More info here.

Houston METRO is partnering with TXDOT for a Self-Guided Virtual Meeting on February 25th regarding the Inner Katy Corridor.  Additional details regarding the meeting will be provided in the coming weeks. In the meantime, please feel free to visit the website to learn more about the Bus Rapid Transit project and you can email InnerKaty@RideMETRO.org with any questions or comments.

High school students are invited to a Career Readiness Webinar, January 28th at 4:00 PM. Learn tips for virtual interviews, dressing for success, and what's your career pathway. More info here.

Promoting Education Across the Country (PEAC) believes putting power in your hands is an important part of the solution. PEAC is partnering with UNICEF, and the City of Houston’s Offices of Education and Sustainability to host a city-wide ideathon on Feb. 6 (9 AM - 5 PM) for high-schoolers to propose solutions to Houston’s city leaders. Topics covered will be Climate Change and the COVID-19 pandemic. Teams will gain prizes and recognition from PEAC, UNICEF, and the City of Houston! All registration and more information can be found here.

Disclaimer: No prior policy experience required--- mentors will be available to help you on the day of the event.

Near Northside and Northline community members are encouraged to apply for the Greater Northside Advocacy Fellowship. Advocacy Fellows will learn how to work with their community, identify solutions, and engage with policymakers to create change through the lens of health equity. Apply here in English or Spanish. The application closes February 1st.

Greater Northside Advocacy Retreat: January 27^th, 5:30-7:30 PM. RSVP to lailak@avenuecdc.org for Zoom Invite .

Apply today, the application closes tomorrow, January 29th. Bank of America is seeking 11th and 12th grade students who are making an impact on their community. Through the Student Leaders Program, Bank of America recognizes high school students who lead and serve in their own communities and beyond. Student Leaders are connected to tools and resources to help make communities better. More info here.

The City of Houston and the Mayor's Office of Education is collecting personal experiences and narratives on the experiences of youth in the City. They would love to know about the challenges, needs, and supports for children in COH. The City hopes to collect experiences and narratives primarily from YOUTH but parents, family members, educators, service providers, and other professionals working for/with children can also fill out the survey. The survey closes Sunday, February 14th. Complete the survey in English or Spanish.

Houston PetSet has re-launched their Free Spay/Neuters for COVID Relief promotion! Currently, they are accepting applications from pet owners residing within the City of Houston limits and impacted by COVID-19. Surgeries will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis between now and January 31. Please note, your pet's service provider will be assigned to you based on availability, not proximity to your home. Apply here.

Free Training in Logistics and Forklift: 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!