Being Resilient Begins with Preparedness | |
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The City of Houston and the Houston Community College System have announced a new partnership to train 3,000 to 4,000 citizens a year to be “Boots-on-the-Ground” during disasters. Learn about plans for the new Resiliency Operations Center (ROC) here.
District H communities have come up with some creative and innovative best practices of their own to help each other during times of disaster. Here are a few good ideas that some District H neighborhoods have implemented before or during a disaster.
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New Deadline For TXDOT Feedback: Sept. 9th | | |
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TxDOT is proposing a highway project to elevate the existing main lanes along I-10 from Heights Blvd to I-45, above the White Oak Bayou floodplain. See a narrated virtual presentation, get more info, and learn how to submit your comments here.
Deadline to submit public comment is
Sept. 9th
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The Houston Theatre District is offering a Buy 1 Ticket and Get a Second One FREE during Houston Theater Week, Aug 22nd-Aug 29th.
Houston Theater Week includes blockbuster shows offered by Houston’s permanent resident companies, as well as community theater groups and professional music ensembles. This is the first time an event such as this one has been held. Time is limited! For more information and tickets visit here.
When: Buy your tickets Mon, Aug 22nd-Mon Aug 29th, for selected show throughout the year.
Where: Various locations across the city
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Miller Outdoor Theatre Weekend Events | |
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This Thursday and Friday nights, Miller Outdoor Theatre presents the 2nd Annual Miller Summer Mixtape Series. This series showcases fresh local acts from all genres, that were selected by vote by fans. Check out the performance schedule here.
Indie/Pop Night: Thurs, Aug 25th, 8:15pm
Hip-Hop/Soul Night; Fri, Aug 26th, 8:15pm
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Montie Beach Upcoming Events | |
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The Montie Beach Community invites you to join them for their final of the summer, Picnic At The Park. For more information visit events.
When: Sat, Aug 27th
Where: Montie Beach Park
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Back To School Crime Prevention Musical | |
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There will be live entertainment, crime prevention speakers, food vendors, fun activities, local gospel artists, and more. In addition, essential school supplies and household items will be passed out to help prepare students for the school year. For more information visit here.
Sponsored by The Rise Above Youth & Young Adults 24/7 Crisis Hotline.
When: Sat, Aug 27th, 2:00pm
Where: True Light Missionary Baptist Church, 7102 Main St.
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Cliff Tuttle Park Survey Deadline: Thurs, Aug 25th | | |
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Denver Harbor's Cliff Tuttle Park is part of Mayor Turner's 50/50 Park Partners Initiative. Your help is needed to continue refining planned improvements to this well-loved greenspace.
During previous listening sessions, the existing conditions of the park, future safety improvements, and the priorities for the park were discussed . The follow-up survey is based on input from previous meetings. Participate in the survey here
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Visit HTX Art this weekend for some free, family-friendly fun during the Art In The Heart Series in Eastex Jensen.
Celebrate the end the summer, enter the fall season, and get creative at The Bubble Bash.
For more info visit: www.HTXART.ORG or view the flyer: Art In The Heart Flyer.
When: Sat, Aug 27th, 4:00-7:00pm
Where: 8321 Jensen Dr. Houston Tx, 77093
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Audition For Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus | | |
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No prior experience required! The Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus is holding auditions this Saturday. For more information visit here.
When: Sat, Aug 20 &27th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Where: Garza Studios, 241 N. Milby St., 2nd Floor
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Submit Comments on Two METRORapid Projects | |
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METRORapid University Corridor
Take a virtual tour of what the 25.3 mile line METRORapid University Corridor will look like as it passes through Second Ward and the Northside.
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Learn more about the University Corridor project and submit your comments here.
METRORapid Inner Katy Corridor
View a virtual tour of the project that aims to develop a new MetroRapid line running for 7.6 miles on I-10 West in this Inner Katy Corridor area, including stations at Shepard/Durnam and Studemont.
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Learn more about the Inner Katy Corridor project and submit your comments here.
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CFCI Youth Leader Application | |
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The Mayor's Office of Education invites youth ages 13-18 to be a Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) Youth Leader! As a CFCI Youth Leader, you will help implement the CFCI Action Plan along with community members, service providers, and city leaders.
In addition, youth will participate in discussions and service projects that advocate for local children’s rights and address issues affecting children and youth to create a safe, child-inclusive city.
For more information and to apply visit here.
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Houston Police Department | |
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Law enforcement cannot do it alone. It takes police and community working together to ensure a #SafeStart to 2022-23 school year. Remember to report any and all suspicious activity in and around HISD campuses to Houston Independent School District Police or HPD. View a new message from HPD here
To stay up to date with any events or findings in the Houston area involving HPD, visit the HPD Facebook page.
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Adopt a New Furry Friend! | |
BARC is participating in Petco Love's Mega Adoption event at George R. Brown Convention Center. This adoption event is in partnership with 13 other Texas-area shelters and rescues, who are all teaming up to find homes for over 1,000+ puppies, dogs, kittens and cats! Adoption fees will be reduced to $35 for ALL PETS! For more information visit here.
When: Sat & Sun, Sept 3rd-4th, 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: George R. Brown Convention Center
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Fresh Produce Mobile Mart | |
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Enjoy fresh produce while supporting local vendors during the Fresh Produce Mobile Mart hosted by Urban Harvest. Items will be sold at low prices. View full flyer here
When: Sat, Aug 27th, 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: Trinity United Methodist Church Parking Lot, 2600 Holman St.
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Serving Up College and Careers | |
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Whether you're pursuing a college degree, training in a trade, or preparing to enter the workforce, GRAD advisors are here to help with any questions or steps in the process of reaching your goals. For more information and events visit here or their newsletter.
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Health Department Updates on COVID and Monkey Pox | |
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COVID-19
Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 28.2% which is a decreasing trend from last week. However, Houston's CDC COVID-19 Community Level remains HIGH. The following is still recommended:
Monkey Pox
As of Monday August 22nd, there are 376 confirmed Monkey Pox cases in Houston. The threat remains low. However, it is still recommended to take precaution and be aware of symptoms and next steps.
- Rash may appear and can be extremely painful
- Flu-like symptoms
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People who develop a rash need to avoid direct contact with other people and contact their health care provider as soon as possible.
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For more information Houston Health Department
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Need Additional Resources? | |
Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. | |
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