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Council Member Larry Green, District K, to host workshop on Deed Restrictions - February 25, 10:30 am, Hiram Clarke Multi-Service Center
 Attend this informative deed restriction workshop to learn everything you need to know about creating, reinstating, or changing your neighborhood's deed restrictions. This workshop is open to everyone.
Saturday, February 25, 2012 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Hiram Clarke Multi-Service Center 3810 West Fuqua Street Houston, TX 77047 (between Hiram Clarke Road and Buffalo Speedway)
Also, Texas law determines the City of Houston's authority in assisting neighborhood associations in the enforcement of deed restrictions. Our experts will explain the ins and outs of this authority, and answer questions on how to most effectively use the tools available. Lean what your community's restriction may need to say in order to ensure neighborhood stability and compatible development.
Questions? Contact the District K council office at 832-393-3016 or districtk@houstontx.gov.
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REMINDER:
Chapter 42 Meeting in District J - March 1, 6:30 p.m., Sharpstown Community Center
 There will be proposed revisions to the City's Land Development Ordinance, Chapter 42 ("Chapter 42"). While the proposed changes to Chapter 42 involve a number of different issues, we want to particularly draw your attention to the changes that will expand the City's "Urban Area" designation beyond its current boundaries of Loop 610 out to Beltway 8. In short, that expansion will affect 95% of the neighborhoods in District J. Some of the reasons given for expansion of the Urban Area are that the provisions will allow for obsolete, commercial and multi-family areas to be redeveloped and provide a variety of housing styles and prices for new housing and development. However, there is an understandable concern that the changes to Chapter 42 will promote more densely populated development patterns by allowing for the subdivision of existing lots and properties into smaller development units. The City of Houston Planning Commission will be holding four (4) public hearings. The more convenient location for the constituents of District J is on March 1, 2012 at Sharpstown Community Center located at 6600 Harbor Town Dr. from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. The other locations include: Sunnyside Multi- Service Center on February 13; Northeast Multi-Service Center on February 23; and Trini Mendenhall SOAS Community Center on Marh 8. All the meetings are from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. The District J office looks forward to hearing from you about these matters. |
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REMINDER:
District J CIP Meeting - March 8, 6:30 p.m. at the Sharpstown Community Center
District J and the City of Houston will conduct combined public meetings on the City's FY2012 Annual Operating Budget Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and 2012 Annual Consolidated Plan. Since 1984, the City has held public meetings to obtain citizen input before preparation of the operating budget and capital improvement plan. These meetings provide citizens the opportunity to participate in the budget process by contributing comments and suggestions about needed services and improvements. The City of Houston will provide reasonable accommodations to citizens with disabilities/special needs upon request. Citizens are encouraged to call the Citizens' Assistance Office at 832.393.0955 for arrangements. The District J meeting will be on March 8, 2012 at the Sharpstown Community Center from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. We hope to see you there. |
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Disability Leadership Network of Houston to Host Training and Resource Fair for Spanish Speaking Community
 Join the Family to Family Network and the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for the "Spanish Disability Leadership Network of Houston Leadership and Advocacy Training and Resource Fair." This event is for adults with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities.
*Presentations will be in Spanish only*
Saturday, April 21, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Ripley House Neighborhood Center
4410 Navigation
Houston, TX 77011
Learn more about the importance of belonging for people with disabilities, and why it is important to plan for your child's future, or your own future as an adult with a disability.
Visit with various Houston disability agencies and organizations to learn more about services available.
Network with other families and adults with disabilities in order to build a community that works together to create positive changes in Houston.
This is a FREE event, but registration is requested so that we can plan for child care and lunch.
Registration is open through April 15, 2012.
For more information and to register on-line:
http://familytofamilynetwork.org/programs/sp-leadesrhip-a-advocacy (in Spanish)
For more information contact Teresa Petersen or Joanie Hoffner at 713.466.6304.
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Burglary & Property Crime Prevention
 Did you know that a burglary is reported every 15 seconds in the United States? The U.S. Department of Justice defines household burglary as "unlawful entry or attempted entry of a residence." This crime usually involves theft. Of all the major criminal offenses, residential burglary is the most common. The Houston Police Department recommends that by following these simple steps, you can reduce the possibility that your home will be targeted. - Acknowledge all callers through locked doors. Before opening an exterior door to your home, know
who is at the door and do not open the door to an unexpected visitor.
- Lock your doors and windows when you are at home. Criminals look for houses with the easiest entry.
- Never leave notes on your door that reveal that your home is not occupied.
- Trim Shrubs to deny intruders a hiding place to work; shrubs can block the view to the house. Walks and Driveways should also be kept free of objects or plants that might offer concealment for intruders who are trying to break into your house.
- Lawn Care is an effective indicator that someone is home. Keep your yard maintained.
- Permit easy visibility of your home by neighbors and/or police.
- Trim Tree Limbs from the bottom, up to 8 feet, to allow for clear visibility by neighbors and/or police.
- Install large reflective numbers (minimum 3 inches) on your house and mailbox so police and other
emergency personnel can find your home quickly.
- Be alert in protecting not only your home, but your neighbors as well. Don't tell a stranger that your
neighbor is not at home or volunteer any personal information about your neighbor.
- When traveling, have a neighbor collect the mail/newspaper or have the deliveries temporarily stopped.
- Before moving into a new house or apartment, ensure all exterior door locks on your new home are rekeyed
or changed. Also change the code to the garage door opener.
- Alarms provide added protection and are most effective when used with other security techniques. Remember:
- Choose a reputable, well established alarm company.
- Set the alarm system at night and when away from your residence.
- Do not write your alarm code or password on or near the alarm keypad.
- Put a warning sign on windows and entrances to notify possible intruders you have an alarm.
Click here for more crime prevention information and brochures from HPD. Many materials are also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
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