Second Ward Complete Communities
Second Ward Action Plan
The Second Ward Complete Communities Action Plan (.pdf) is online! A Spanish version, El Plan de Acción de Second Ward (.pdf) is also available. The Action Plan outlines the vision, policies, goals, and projects that have been identified by stakeholders over a six-month planning process that included two large public meetings and an examination of more than twenty local community plans and studies. Over 300 leaders, stakeholders, and partners attended the public meetings and provided valuable input and guidance. The goals and projects work toward a vision of a healthier, more resilient, prosperous, and equitable future for the community.
The Houston Food Bank Class Applications Now Open
The Houston Food Bank is currently accepting applications for our culinary and warehousing job training programs. The programs are free and supports are available to students.
To learn more about culinary training, please visit: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/our-programs/communitykitchen/
To learn more about warehousing training, please visit: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/our-programs/communitywarehouselogistics/
Ride For FREE With METRO
JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31, 2022 Students (K-12, college and university) RIDE FREE with a discounted METRO Q® FARE CARD. Complete this registration form or follow the instructions to apply online. ALREADY HAVE A METRO Q® FARE CARD? You’re good to go! Keep using your existing METRO Q® Fare Card and no value will be deducted.
Harris County Tax Office Can Help
FREE PROPERTY TAX WORKSHOP
In This 45 Minute Workshop, You Will Learn:
- How property taxes are calculated
- How exemptions can save you money
- How to pay your property taxes
To request a property tax workshop for your group or invite us to your upcoming events please email: tax.outreach@tax.hctx.net or call 713-274-8387
Building Food Security: 101
ALL LIGHTS ON, HOUSTON!
- If there is tree canopy near streetlighting you can report this request to: (http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/forestry/urbanforestry.html)
- To report a city tree that needs pruning or to request a tree removal permit contact the Urban Forestry section by calling 311 or visit the 311 Houston Service Center online www.houston311.org to submit your request.
- How to use 311 to report: http://www.houstontx.gov/311/images/311-portal-overview.mp4
- Outage Tracker (http://gis.centerpointenergy.com/outagetracker/) for current electric outage information.
For more information on how to report light poles that are out or need maintenance, to request a new light pole, and to report tree canopy, please utilize the video below with CenterPoint, Public Works, and Urban Forestry. Thank you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkBFT-4zLbI
DO YOUR PART TO PROTECT OUR PIPES!
70% of sanitary sewer overflows in Houston are caused by clogs from fats, oils and grease poured down the drain and wipes flushed down toilets.
Put grease in its place! Dispose of leftover cooking waste with these easy steps: pour it in a jar, can, or bag, cool it, and once full, toss it in the trash.
Also, only flush the three P’s - pee, poo, and (toilet) paper. Everything else should go in the trash.
Together, we can all prevent clogs and harmful overflows! Learn more: www.ProtectOurPipes.org.
Learn more from Sammy, Ruby, and Martin – our Protect Our Pipes characters – through the resources below!
RESOURCES
Videos
- PSA Video – embed in Newsletter, share on website
- 5-second Video – post on social media
- Additional videos on Houston Public Work’s YouTube Page. Graphics & Social Media
- Flyer/Poster – print and hand out or hang up in your community.
- Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for social media posts to share and retweet!
Request a Presentation or Giveaway Event: Email ProtectOurPipes@houstontx.gov.
LEARN MORE! www.ProtectOurPipes.org
Neighborhood Preservation Tools
If you want to learn about ways you can preserve the established character of your neighborhood, please watch the video below.
You have more questions? Call us at 832-393-6600, or visit us online at https://www.houstontx.gov/planning/Min-Lot_Size-Min_Bldg_Line.html