The East Aldine Management District celebrated its 2025 Partner Awards on Dec. 12, 2025. We were proud to recognize individuals and organizations whose dedication made a meaningful difference in East Aldine this year:

  • Community Partner Award
    David & Nataly DeLeon, Break’N Bread
    For four years of service, outreach, and genuine care for children and families through food, events, and community engagement.
  • Public Health Partner Award
    Jon Schwartz, Harris County Public Health
    For improving the quality of life by addressing public health and nuisance issues across East Aldine.
  • Public Safety Partner Award
    Sergeant José Díaz, Harris County Sheriff’s Office
    For leadership, professionalism, and commitment to keeping our community safe.
  • Governmental Partner of the Year
    Myriam Saldívar
    For more than 15 years of dedicated public service and advocacy for the Aldine/North Houston community.
  • Business Partner of the Year
    Greater Northside Chamber of Commerce
    For empowering small businesses through training, networking, and economic opportunity.
  • Volunteer of the Year
    Norma Mares
    A 40-year East Aldine resident whose generosity, kindness, and time embody the heart of service.
  • Education Partner Award
    Ana Moros, Lone Star College
    For tirelessly supporting students and expanding access to financial aid and educational opportunities.
  • Deputy of the Year
    Deputy Adán del Fierro, Harris County Sheriff’s Office
    For exemplary service, proactive policing, and dedication beyond the call of duty.
  • Board Choice Award
    Daniel Meza, AldineVotes
    For mentoring youth, mobilizing volunteers, and uplifting community voices.
  • Chairman’s Award
    Judy Rodríguez, Friends of the Library
    For a lifetime of kindness, advocacy, and love for literacy and community service.
  • Lifetime Achievement Awards
    Susan Hill
    For decades of leadership in neighborhood development and community capacity-building.
    David Hawes
    For visionary leadership and financial stewardship since the District’s founding.