Sunnyside

Housing and Community Development 2023 Fall Community Meetings

Attend HCD’s Fall Community Meetings to learn about recent accomplishments and give input on future housing and community development activities and programs.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting

Actualización del Plan de Mitigación de Riesgos

Help Create the new MSC Dreamcatcher sculpture with artist Jesse Lott

Help Create the new MSC Dreamcatcher sculpture with artist Jesse Lott

Houston renowned artist, a long-time Fifth Ward resident, and recently named Texas State three-dimensional artist for 2022 Jesse Lott, will create The Dreamcatcher, a sculpture to be installed on the exterior of the center. The community will have a hand in deciding key elements of this work. "The voices of local residents will help guide the central imagery of the sculpture—whether it's a sun, a family, or another element that encompasses the spirit of Sunnyside," said Lott. "The community will also be engaged to source materials that are authentic to the neighborhood for incorporation into The Dreamcatcher."

To hear Mr. Lott, explain his vision visit our meeting recording here: HERE

We are in need your feedback and found items to define what this sculpture can be.

Submit your suggestions and visons for the sculpture here: Create the Dream Catcher - Google Forms

Please email: lindsey.williams@houstontx.gov to arrange drop off items for the sculpture

Apply Now for the Evolve Houston eMobility Microgrant

Submit your grant idea to Evolve Houston, a nonprofit organization focused on improving air quality, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing EV adoption. Apply now at apply.evolvehouston.org. The deadline has been extended to Friday, September 30.

Evolve Houston is a nonprofit organization focused on leading the emerging eMobility ecosystem within Houston by promoting electric vehicle adoption and education. Founded in 2019 through the City of Houston’s Climate Action Plan, Evolve is a non-profit coalition of sustainability-minded civic, business, and academic leaders who seek to accelerate clean transportation in Houston through electrification. Along with founding members CenterPoint Energy, the University of Houston, NRG Energy, Shell US, and the City of Houston, Evolve Houston’s goal is to improve regional air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Greater Houston area. https://evolvehouston.org/emobility-microgrants

CenterPoint Energy's Agencies in Action Program

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You qualify if:

You are a residential customer of CenterPoint Energy Electric.
Your home is at least 16 years old.
Your annual household income qualifies you to meet income guidelines or you receive benefits from a public assistance program.
(SNAP, Medical Assistance or Medicare, Supplemental Security Income, Public Housing, Children’s Health Insurance, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families)

GIVE US A CALL! (855-751-6432) or visit CenterPointEnergy.com/AgenciesinAction

Building Food Security: 101

Thank you for joining the Building Food Security: 101 Panel Discussion meeting on Tuesday, March 29 to hear about the challenges of food insecurity in our communities and learned about how residents can advocate for fresh foods at their local grocery stores, create farmers' markets, and connected with partners to achieve food security.

(https://youtu.be/2_WP8P1jR3Q)

This virtual meeting provided residents with the tools and resources needed to combat food insecurities, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.