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From the Office of Council Member Mike Laster 
The District Journal
Official Newsletter of Houston City Council District J
 
 Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Mike Laster - Flipped
City Hall Annex
900 Bagby
Houston, TX 77002

PO Box 1562
Houston, TX 77251-1562
  
Chief of Staff

Jonny Flores
Deputy Chief of Staff/Agenda & Policy Director

Sharon Shanahan
Administrative Services Director

Eric Widaski
Constituent & Community Affairs Director

Community Links

District J Parks 
City Contacts

HPD
(non-emergency)
713.884.3131

Anti-Gang Office
832.393.0931

Mayor's Citizens' Assistance
832.393.0955

Department of Neighborhoods
832.393.1038

Health & Human Services
832.393.5169

Parks Department
832.395.7000

Public Works & Engineering
832.395.2511

Solid Waste Management
713.956.6589

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Additional Flood Resources

Many of our District J residents have worked very hard to get their lives back in order following the Tax Day Flood. There are still resources available to those who need access to them.

Homeowners who have flood insurance and who are interested in elevating their homes following the 2016 Tax Day Flood now have a FEMA grant opportunity available. Interested homeowners must apply by Friday, May 6, 2016. Please click the above link for more information.

FEMA has also set up a Disaster Recovery Center  ("DRC") at the Bayland Community Center (6400 Bissonnet). A DRC is an accessible facility or mobile office where survivors may go to access information about FEMA and other disaster assistance programs.

As always, do not hesitate to reach out to your District J office should you have additional questions or needs.
 
Thank You,
Mike Laster - signature
-Council Member Mike Laster, District J

Zika Virus Information

Did you know that only 1 in 5 people infected with the Zika Virus will get sick? As we enter the rainier,  warmer season in Houston, it is important to take steps to prevent mosquito infestations and thereby lessen the possibility of the Zika virus affecting our area.

The City of Houston has put together important information and FAQs on prevention, identification and treatment of the Zika Virus. Please click the above and below images as well for additional information.

FAQs http://www.houstontx.gov/citizensnet/zikavirus-qanda.pdf

City of Houstion's Pre-Emptive Efforts
http://cohemployeenews.com/articles-pulse/item/1658-houston-mobilzes-zika-virus

How to Minimize Exposure to Mosquitoes

For information regarding the general mosquito control program, that is administered by the Harris County Public Health Mosquito Control Division, please click the link above. 
Summer Job Fair in District J

 

If you are a young person looking for some extra cash this summer, you're in luck! There will be a summer job fair this Saturday, May 7th, 10am-3pm at the Southwest Multi-Service Center (6400 High Star). McDonald's of Greater Houston and the City of Houston are teaming up to host this Summer Job Fair program as part of the effort to help employ youth over the summer.
 
At the job fair, you can expect to receive tips on improving your interview skills and a crash course on financial literacy, from Bank on Houston. In order to qualify for a position, candidates must have a Texas ID, Social Security Card and be between the ages of 16-24.

 
Additional information regarding the Hire Houston Youth program can be found here.
 

Gulfton Parade & Festival RESCHEDULED

The 24th Annual Gulfton Parade and Fesitval has been rescheduled for May 21st.

If you are still interested in volunteering or donating, please feel free to contact Sandra Rodriguez (281) 901-9006 or Cristal Atilano (713) 569-1213.
Community Events Calendar
Upcoming Events

Please refer to the Community Events Calendar on our website for the time, and other event details. New events are added every week. Be sure to check it often!

Tuesday, May 3
 -Sharpstown Rotary Club
 -City Council - Public Session
 -Brays Oaks Super Neighborhood #36 Meeting

Wednesday, May 4
 -City Council

Thursday, May 5
 -Sharpstown TIRZ #20
 -AARP Chapter 4418 Meeting
 -Alief AARP Chapter 3264

Monday, May 9
 -Mid West Super Neighborhood #20 Meeting

Tuesday, May 10
 -Sharpstown Rotary Club
 -City Council - Public Session
 -AARP Chapter 50 Meeting

Wednesday, May 11
 -City Council

Thursday, May 12
 -Braeburn Valley West Board Meeting

Monday, May 16
 -Gulfton Super Neighborhood #27 Meeting
 -Sharpstown Civic Assc. Board Meeting
 -Brays Bayou Association Meeting

Tuesday, May 17
 -Sharpstown Rotary Club
 -City Council - Public Session
 -Braeburn PIP Meeting

Wednesday, May 18
 -City Council
 -Midwest PIP Meeting

Thursday, May 19
 -Westside Division PIP

Saturday, May 21
 -Rescheduled 21st Annual Gulfton Festival

Monday, May 23
 -Southwest Management District Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 24
 -Sharpstown Rotary Club
 -City Council - Public Session
 -Alief Super Neighborhood Council Meeting

Wednesday, May 25
 -City Council

Thursday, May 26
 -International District Board of Directors Meeting
 -Sharpstown Civic Association Meeting

Monday, May 30
-Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 31
 -Sharpstown Rotary Club
 -No City Council - Break Week