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Jensen Drive Rehabilitation
Mayor’s Street Rehabilitation Initiative extends the life of roads before they receive complete reconstruction. Based on the conditions of the road, Council Member Cisneros selected a stretch of Jensen Rd. from Bennington St. to Kelley St. to be included in the program. Rehabilitation of the asphalt paving is set to begin on Sept 13th and should take 30 days. Jensen is on the list to receive a full reconstruction in the future to address both traffic and drainage issues.
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2100 Memorial Housing Project
The Houston Housing Authority is 53% complete with the construction of senior housing project at 2100 Memorial. The project is expected to be complete by the end of next month.
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Houston Ave. Improvements
To follow the progress and get updates on the Houston Avenue Multimodal and Safety Improvement plan, visit the website here.
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Water Main Breaks
Houston is experiencing an increase in water main breaks; the intense heat and drop in annual rainfall have dried up the soil causing water lines to shift and leak. Please call 311 and report water leaks or report if a leak worsens.
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Drought: Moving to Stage Two
On Sunday, Aug. 27, the City of Houston moved to Stage Two of the City's Drought Continency Plan. Outdoor water use is restricted except between 7pm and 5am. The watering schedule can be found here.
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Graceland Terrace Speed Cushions
The 27 speed cushions being installed in the Graceland Terrace Neighborhood should be complete by the end of September. Council Member Cisneros funded the project at $114,100 to address pedestrian and neighborhood safety concerns.
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City Council Childhood & Youth Committee | |
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In celebration of National Literacy Month, the City Council Childhood & Youth Committee will hear from the Houston Public Library about the role of libraries in early literacy development. The agenda is available on the website. Sign up to speak here or by calling 832-393-3003 no later than 12 pm on September 13th.
When: Wed, Sept 13th at 2:00pm
Where: Houston City Hall, Council Chambers 901 Bagby or online on HTV and Microsoft Teams
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Today: Montie Beach Park Improvement Initiative Burger Benefit! | |
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Take the opportunity to shape Montie Beach Park: come VOTE for your favorite design. This bilingual, family-friendly event also includes activities for all ages, lite bites, refreshments, and door prizes!
When: Thurs, Sept 7th, 6:30pm
Where: Montie Beach Recreation Center, 915 Northwood Street
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National Night Out Safety Grants | |
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National Night Out is Tuesday, Oct. 3rd. Again this year, the nonprofit Avenue is offering grants of up to $750 for community organizations to host a safety project or community event in the Greater Northside (zip codes 77009, 77022, and 77076). Applications are due Friday Sept 8th. Visit the website to learn more and apply.
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Urban Harvest Mobile Farmers Markets | |
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Urban Harvest's Mobile Farmers Market is coming to your neighborhood. Everything is sourced from local farms and producers and sold at cost. The Mobile Markets are Double Up Food Bucks sites, so customers with their EBT/Lone Star card receive a free dollar of produce for every EBT dollar spent.
When: Tues, Sept 12th, 9am - 12pm | Where: Clark Park, 97010 Clark Rd.
When: Sat. Sept 23rd 10am - 1pm | Where: New Hope Housing, 5220 Avenue J
When: Tues, Sept 26th. 4pm - 7pm | Where: Avenue Center, 3517 Irvington Blvd.
When: Thurs, Sept 18th, 2pm - 4pm | Where: Burbank Middle School, 315 Berry Rd
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East End District Meeting: Navigation Blvd. Roundabout | |
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Join the East End District for their monthly community engagement meeting for an update on the Navigation Blvd Roundabout Construction.
When: Thurs, Sept. 14 at 5:00pm
Where: Register for Zoom meeting
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Second Ward Snow Cone Ride | |
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Second Ward, don't miss the Second Ward Snow Cone Ride presented by HPD South Central. Join the casual, family-friendly ride on the Harrisburg Hike & Bike Trail and enjoy a snow cone at Tampico for FREE! For more info click here!
When: Thurs, Sept 14 at 6:30PM, rollout 7 PM
Where: 15 Drennan St.
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Upcoming TechConnect Fairs | |
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Aligning with HPARD’s monthly Family Fun Days, TechConnect Fairs are scheduled this Fall for each District H Park Recreation Center. Don’t miss out on the fun and the chance to engage in some cool STEM activities. Learn more about TechConnect and see the Fall Schedule here.
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Ryon Civic Association Monthly Meeting | |
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Join the monthly, face-to-face meeting for the Ryon Civic Association.
When: Wed, Sept 20th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Where: 4501 Elysian St.
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East End Photovoice Exhibit | |
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Join East End Communities for a photovoice exhibit, a photography exhibit that captures the history and perspectives of the East End.
When: Sat, Sept 23 from 2:00-5:00pm
Where: 6632 Harrisburg Blvd.
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An Evening with Nikole Hannah-Jones | |
Join Mayor Tuner and Alexander Byrd, Rice University Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for a discussion about the importance of diverse stories with journalists Nikole Hannah-Jones and Maria Hinojosa as well as authors Dr. Yusef Salaam and Ibi Zoobi.
When: Thurs, Sept 21st at 6:00pm
Where: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby
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Online Meet-ups for Moms-to-be and Moms with Kids Under 3 | |
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Sign-up for Brain Builders FREE meet-ups and join a community of other Moms of very young children. Learn about building a strong foundation for your child while gaining camaraderie.
When: Tues, Aug. 22nd- Sept. 26th, 1:00-2:30pm
Where: Online, register on the website
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American Mariachi at the Alley Theatre | |
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Visit the Alley Theatre for an event to remember: American Mariachi. This play is infused with live mariachi music and reminds us how music and love can make anything possible.
When: Sept. 22nd - Oct 22nd
Where: Buy tickets on the website and use promo code AMFEST15 for 15% off tickets.
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Save the Date: Second Ward Candidates Forum | |
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Second Ward: get ready for two candidate forums for those running for the District H City Council seat. Send in candidate questions to Second Ward Super Neighborhood 63 at DistrictHQuestions@gmail.com by Fri, Sept 8th.
When: Thurs, Sept. 28th at 6:00pm | Where: Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center, 6402 Market St.
When: Mon, Oct 2nd at 6:00pm | Where: Houston Community College, Felix Fraga Campus, 301 N. Brennan St.
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Vote Daily for Woodland Park! | |
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Woodland Park is a finalist for a $75,000 park renovation to plant native flora and trees. The "Perk You Park" program will select the top three parks with the most support to receive a grant. Please vote here, daily through Sept. 18th!
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Opportunities for Discounted Internet | |
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The federal government's Affordable Connectivity Program provides eligible families with a $30-$75 per month credit toward home internet service. Learn more about the program and get the list of qualifications here.
Comcast also has a cost-saving option called Internet Essentials. Qualified, low-income households can get Internet for just a low monthly rate. Learn more here.
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Apply for an eMobility Microgrant Today! | |
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The nonprofit Evolve is offering microgrants for grassroots eMobility projects that address community mobility needs in Houston's historically underserved neighborhoods. Individuals, private organizations, nonprofits, collectives, and other community-led groups in Greater Houston can apply. Deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 22. For more info, visit the website.
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HPD: Youth Police Advisory Council | |
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High school students are invited to apply for the 2023-2024 Youth Police Advisory Council (YPAC) with the Houston Police Department. Students will work to address issues affecting their diverse communities, participate in service projects for the betterment of our city, and attend youth leadership conferences throughout the state. Applications, due Oct 1st, are available here. For more information, click here.
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BARC: Healthy Pets Healthy Streets Free Spay/Neuter | |
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Each month, BARC reserves FREE spay and neuter appointments for eligible Houston residents. Each pet that receives spay/neuter services also receives free a microchip, a rabies vaccination and a one year pet license. Find a surgery appointment here.
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Watch City Council Meetings Virtually | |
Watch Public Session and Agenda Sessions here. | |
Need Additional Resources? | |
Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. | | | | |
