The month of February is when free roaming dogs and cats are responsible for a population explosion of unwanted animals. I have committed $20,000 to provide additional spay/neuter surgeries to residents of District H. District H residents are invited to sign up and register for one of the free spay/neuter events by visiting here. Learn about other Love Your Pet happenings in District H by visiting the Love Your Pet website.

Lindale Park is getting a new Mini Mural at the corner of English St and Fulton St. UP Art Studio artist Mila Sketch is painting Neighborhood Joy. Drive-by the mini mural today!

Next Wednesday, February 10th at 2:00 PM, the Childhood & Youth Committee will meet to discuss the health impacts of COVID on children and some of the initiatives the city is taking to address them. The meeting will view be streamed on HTV or can be watched via this link. Visit the Childhood & Youth Committee website for more information.

The numbers are starting to come down slightly and slowly. The opening of City facilities is determined by the degree of community spread. The City has extended the closure of park facilities due to COVID concerns. More info here.

Houston's positivity rate is 16.9%. 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.

Harris County Public Health has created a COVID-19 Vaccination Portal. The portal allows individuals to be placed on a waitlist and contacted once vaccines and appointments are available.

Additional Houston Health Department vaccination appointments are not being scheduled at this time. When supply increases, the department will open the appointment portal and post the link on their webpage.

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.

Houston Food Bank’s Backpack Buddy Program invites you to attend a pop-up shop event on February 17th, 3-6 PM, at the University of Houston Downtown. Families are going to be able to receive a family style food box, school supplies, and hygiene packs for their kiddos, while supplies last (400 kids to be served). The event will be at UHD Daly Lot 500 N. Main Houston, TX 77002.

More info here

In response to concerns about new development projects popping up in neighborhoods and questions about how to influence those projects, the Houston Heights Association has invited the Houston Planning Department to explain the tools available to residents to protect their community.

Monday, February 8th at 6:30 PM. More info here.

Mayor Turner and Council Member Cisneros want your input on park improvements for Nieto Park in Denver Harbor. The meeting will take place on February 16th at 6:30 PM. More info here.

View the zoom meeting here or call +13462487799 and enter the Meeting ID: 955 8209 9837

Promoting Education Across the Country (PEAC) with UNICEF, and the City of Houston’s Offices of Education and Sustainability to host a city-wide ideathon this Saturday, Feb. 6, 9 AM - 5 PM for high-schoolers to propose solutions to Houston’s city leaders. The topics are Climate Change and the COVID-19 pandemic. Teams will gain prizes and recognition from PEAC, UNICEF, and the City of Houston!

Check out a preview of the event: Interview Dr. Richina Bicette on building trust among minority communities around the COVID-19 vaccine and improve prevention and vaccine rollout.

All registration and more information can be found here.

Rebuilding Together Houston is offering free home repairs to eligible Veterans, Second Ward homeowners, and homeowners impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Wheelchair ramps are also available for Harris County Residents. Contact Rebuilding Together at 713-259-2511 or Intake@RebuildingHouston.org to to see if you qualify.

More info here.

Join the East End Management District for their East End Women in Business virtual event on February 10th at 11:00 AM. Hear from inspiring and trailblazing women who are changing the ever evolving industries of Houston. Register here.

Learn Skills to Get Job Ready for an In-Demand Career: Provided by AT&T Coursera Scholarships. The Interest Form is due March 1 and the program begins March 15th. More info 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!