As we all know, Houston underwent some major weather events this past week. Some of the worst affected areas were in Southwest Houston.  As a result, the District J office has been working to connect residents with much-needed resources.

Before the flooding on Memorial Day, residents of District J suffered damage from an EF-1 tornado on Sunday, May 24th. The Rockport Apartment Complex at 8500 Nairn sustained heavy damage.  Fortunately there were only two minor injuries. 

I am thankful that the Mayor and first-responder personnel from the Houston Fire Department, Houston Police Department, and multiple other departments, visited the property, surveyed the damage, and assisted residents as needed. If you would like to donate to help residents, visit the Red Cross site, call 1-866-526-8300, or text "redcross" to 90999 to automatically donate $10 from your phone bill. 

Last Friday, the District J office with the Housing and Community Development Department coordinated the work of nearly 100 volunteers. Those volunteers visited some of our worst-hit neighborhoods and communities providing much needed help, many in District J. If you know of anyone who needs assistance, whether they are elderly, disabled, or just need help, please let the District J office know so that we can coordinate resources.

In case you missed the Friday e-mail, here is some important information regarding Solid Waste pickup schedules and storm debris.

Thank You, 

- Council Member Mike Laster, District J