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Third Ward, located less than one mile southeast of downtown Houston, is one of Houston's most historic African American neighborhoods. The boundaries of the Complete Community area are consistent with the Super Neighborhood boundaries and span I-45 on the north, State Highway 288/I-69 on the west, Wheeler and Blodgett to the South, and along Texas Spur 5 on the east.

Created as one of the city's numbered political subdivisions shortly after Houston's founding in 1836, Third Ward is best known as a predominately African American community with a rich history and cultural legacy and a renewed sense of purpose and commitment.







Third Ward has been called the cradle of the city's civil rights movement because most of the social activism from the African American community grew out of Third Ward. Robert D. Bullard, a sociologist teaching at Texas Southern University, stated that Third Ward is "the city's most diverse black neighborhood and a microcosm of the larger black Houston community."







Healthy Outdoor Communities

We hope to see you , TBA , at 6:00 pm during Healthy Outdoor Communities' bi-monthly community meeting via Zoom. The link to register for the meeting is shorturl. at/cgDKP. You will get a Google calendar invite to these meetings in the future.


You can see Zoom video recordings for these meetings in our shared Google folder HERE.




Let's RYDE

Exciting News! Introducing RYDE's Free, Electric, On-Demand Third Ward Local Shuttle!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of RYDE's groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Evolve Houston and Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz. Our 100% electric local shuttle is here to revolutionize mobility and accessibility for Houston's vibrant Third Ward community.


RYDE is transforming lives and fostering positive change by connecting residents to essential services, education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and public transit
.
Key Features:
  • Ride Circuit App: Seamlessly request rides and navigate the Third Ward using our user-friendly platform. It's simple and convenient!
  • Operating Hours: Our local shuttle runs from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, ensuring convenient transportation during regular business hours.
  • Eco-Friendly: RYDE's Third Ward Local Shuttle is 100% electric, promoting climate action and reducing carbon footprint. Together, we can make a difference!
  • But it doesn't stop there! RYDE's initiative also tackles pressing community issues:
  • Community Resiliency: We provide reliable and convenient transportation options, empowering residents and strengthening the community.
  • Food Deserts: RYDE connects residents to grocery stores, making accessing fresh and healthy food options easier and combating food deserts.
  • First-Last Mile Connectivity: Our on-demand shuttle fills the gap, ensuring residents can easily reach bus and train stops, reducing reliance on private vehicles.
Join us in spreading the word about RYDE and the Third Ward Local Shuttle! Let's showcase the success stories and opportunities emerging from Houston's Third Ward. Visit www.rydecompany.com/thirdward and download the Ride Circuit App to participate in this incredible initiative.


For more information, interviews, or images, please get in touch with us. We're here to help you share this important news with your audience. Let's shine a light on the accomplishments and positivity in Houston's Third Ward!
Contact: info@rydecompany.com









Houston Toolbank 

The Houston ToolBank is a nonprofit that provides fellow not-for-profit and community-focused organizations year-round access to an inventory of tools and equipment for use in projects, programs, and events. We provide tools to enhance the charitable sector’s capacity to serve, scale, and facilitate hands-on volunteerism. Access to ToolBank tools eliminates the need for agencies to incur the expense of purchasing, insuring, repairing, and storing tools, reducing the costs associated with service projects and allowing these agencies to focus more resources on their mission. We have a warehouse of 299 tool types and more than 15,000 tools, from essential items like shovels and hammers to more oversized," ticket items like generators, pressure washers, and high-quality power tools. To support the evolving needs of our community partners, we have added event equipment like a portable riser, folding tables and chairs, and lawn games. We have begun formalizing school partnerships and disaster programs.  

  

Organizations can sign up to become ToolBank members at our website. www.houstontoolbank.org



CenterPoint Energy's Agencies in Action Program

Provides...

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 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



ALL LIGHTS ON, HOUSTON!


For more information on how to report light poles that are out or need maintenance, request a new light pole, and 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

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Third Ward, located less than one mile southeast of downtown Houston, is one of Houston's most historic African American neighborhoods. The boundaries of the Complete Community area are consistent with the Super Neighborhood boundaries and span I-45 on the north, State Highway 288/I-69 on the west, Wheeler and Blodgett to the South, and along Texas Spur 5 on the east.

Created as one of the city's numbered political subdivisions shortly after Houston's founding in 1836, Third Ward is best known as a predominately African American community with a rich history and cultural legacy and a renewed sense of purpose and commitment.







Third Ward has been called the cradle of the city's civil rights movement because most of the social activism from the African American community grew out of Third Ward. Robert D. Bullard, a sociologist teaching at Texas Southern University, stated that Third Ward is "the city's most diverse black neighborhood and a microcosm of the larger black Houston community."







Healthy Outdoor Communities

We hope to see you , TBA , at 6:00 pm during Healthy Outdoor Communities' bi-monthly community meeting via Zoom. The link to register for the meeting is shorturl. at/cgDKP. You will get a Google calendar invite to these meetings in the future.


You can see Zoom video recordings for these meetings in our shared Google folder HERE.




Let's RYDE

Exciting News! Introducing RYDE's Free, Electric, On-Demand Third Ward Local Shuttle!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of RYDE's groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Evolve Houston and Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz. Our 100% electric local shuttle is here to revolutionize mobility and accessibility for Houston's vibrant Third Ward community.


RYDE is transforming lives and fostering positive change by connecting residents to essential services, education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and public transit
.
Key Features:
  • Ride Circuit App: Seamlessly request rides and navigate the Third Ward using our user-friendly platform. It's simple and convenient!
  • Operating Hours: Our local shuttle runs from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, ensuring convenient transportation during regular business hours.
  • Eco-Friendly: RYDE's Third Ward Local Shuttle is 100% electric, promoting climate action and reducing carbon footprint. Together, we can make a difference!
  • But it doesn't stop there! RYDE's initiative also tackles pressing community issues:
  • Community Resiliency: We provide reliable and convenient transportation options, empowering residents and strengthening the community.
  • Food Deserts: RYDE connects residents to grocery stores, making accessing fresh and healthy food options easier and combating food deserts.
  • First-Last Mile Connectivity: Our on-demand shuttle fills the gap, ensuring residents can easily reach bus and train stops, reducing reliance on private vehicles.
Join us in spreading the word about RYDE and the Third Ward Local Shuttle! Let's showcase the success stories and opportunities emerging from Houston's Third Ward. Visit www.rydecompany.com/thirdward and download the Ride Circuit App to participate in this incredible initiative.


For more information, interviews, or images, please get in touch with us. We're here to help you share this important news with your audience. Let's shine a light on the accomplishments and positivity in Houston's Third Ward!
Contact: info@rydecompany.com









Houston Toolbank 

The Houston ToolBank is a nonprofit that provides fellow not-for-profit and community-focused organizations year-round access to an inventory of tools and equipment for use in projects, programs, and events. We provide tools to enhance the charitable sector’s capacity to serve, scale, and facilitate hands-on volunteerism. Access to ToolBank tools eliminates the need for agencies to incur the expense of purchasing, insuring, repairing, and storing tools, reducing the costs associated with service projects and allowing these agencies to focus more resources on their mission. We have a warehouse of 299 tool types and more than 15,000 tools, from essential items like shovels and hammers to more oversized," ticket items like generators, pressure washers, and high-quality power tools. To support the evolving needs of our community partners, we have added event equipment like a portable riser, folding tables and chairs, and lawn games. We have begun formalizing school partnerships and disaster programs.  

  

Organizations can sign up to become ToolBank members at our website. www.houstontoolbank.org



CenterPoint Energy's Agencies in Action Program

Provides...

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 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



ALL LIGHTS ON, HOUSTON!


For more information on how to report light poles that are out or need maintenance, request a new light pole, and 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

l link)

Development and Design Feedback Needed

 When you typically see new development in your community the decisions on what's being built were often made years ago without your involvement. One of the ways we look to make real estate more equitable is through responsible development practices. For us that means grasping the concepts of tactical urbanism and incremental development by engaging in community led design. 

Third Ward is home to several historic sites and commercial corridors. Our latest project, Project Griffin happens to lie at the intersection of the history and the future of the area. On a once forgotten corner, this site has the potential for new life due to changing development regulations and major public investments in neighborhood infrastructure & quality of life. With your help we'd like to create an engaging space that is walkable and anchored to the context of the surrounding community's design and history.  

Take a few moments to learn about the site, area, and answer a few questions about what you think Project Griffin should grow to. Take survey here: https://bit.ly/33f31XR 


-Do The Things That Matter  http://www.dt3m.com/ Email: dt3m@realincllc.com 

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