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Legislative Forum to Discuss State Issues
The Texas State Legislature is in
session for only 140 days every
two years. During that time, legislation is proposed and passed which affects all of us at a local, regional, and state level.
As you may know, one recently proposed bill would have consolidated the Greater Sharpstown and Gulfton Management Districts. I did not initiate or propose this state legislation, nor participate in the drafting of the bill. After reviewing the issue and hearing from my constituents, I have chosen to not support this legislation moving forward.
As the District City Council Member over both Sharpstown and Gulfton, I also shared my concerns with State Representative Gene Wu. It is my understanding that this bill will not be moving forward.
To date, over 3400 bills have been filed, many of which directly affect our community. Representative Gene Wu will be hosting a public forum to talk about the current 84th Legislative Session this Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm at the Sharpstown Community Center (6600 Harbor Town Drive).
I am sure Representative Wu would like to see you at this meeting!
Thank You,
-Mike Laster, Council Member - District J
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Pilgrim Rest Celebrates 150 Years
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist  Church will be celebrating its 150th (Sesquicentennial) Anniversary with a parade which will start tomorrow March 7th at 9am! The parade route will begin at Walter Rasmus Park, on Jeanetta and Lipan, proceed to Clarkcrest, south on Jarvis, East on Richmond, Amanda to the Church. There will be a family friendly picnic following the parade.
Pilgrim Rest was organized in 1865 by a group of small pioneers at its original location off of the corner of Westheimer and Jeanetta Road, in the Piney Point addition of our city. Historically, it is one of the oldest churches in the City of Houston and has been a long standing beacon in Southwest Houston.
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Bellerive Garden Cleanup
The Garden Clean-Up at the  Bellerive Senior Center (7225 Bellerive) will take place tomorrow, March 7th at 8am, rain or shine! If you or anyone you know needs some community service hours or wants to help in a great cause, we hope to see you out there with your jeans and work boots!
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Tour de Houston and Bayou City Classic
Ride or Run to Benefit Houston Parks!
There are two events coming in March that will benefit not just the City, but your physical well-being as well!
On Sunday, March 15, 2015 at City Hall, the Tour de Houston, presented by Apache Corporation will take place. This is the 10th anniversary of Houston's premier urban bike ride that starts in downtown Houston. Your registration fee will benefit the RE-Plant Houston Program managed by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD).
Cyclists can choose between a 60-mile route starting at 7:30 a.m., a 40-mile route that begins at 8:00 a.m. and a 20-mile route that starts at 8:30 a.m. For more details on the bike ride, including registration and packet pick-up locations, click here.
The Mayor's Wellness Weekend also includes the 38th Annual Bayou City Classic, a 10k race and 5k walk/race, presented by Apache Corporation on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at City Hall. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Houston Parks Board for tree plantings. For more information on this event click here.
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 Upcoming Events
Tuesday, March 10
- City Council - Public Session
Wednesday, March 11
- GSMD - Environmental & Urban Design Committee Meeting
- GSMD - Public Safety Committee
- GSMD - Business and Economic Development Committee
Thursday, March 12
- Braeburn Valley West Board Meeting
Monday, March 16
- Sharpstown Civic Assc. Board Meeting
- Brays Bayou Association Meeting
- Gulfton Super Neighborhood Meeting (please note new day)
Tuesday, March 17
- Westwood Community Meeting
Thursday, March 19
Monday, March 23
- Greater Sharpstown Management District Board (GSMD) Meeting
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