George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) Concessions Industry Day

United Airlines and food, beverage and retail management firm OTG Management welcome Houston retailers, restauranteurs, and service providers to IAH Concessions Industry Day which will include networking opportunities and information for Minority/Women/Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (M/W/DBE). Don't miss this chance to learn about business opportunities at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of the busiest airports in [...]

2016-09-22T13:57:46-05:00September 22nd, 2016|Economic Development, Resources|

INFORMATION UPDATE: Severe Texas Flooding

Situation Update The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning for parts of central Texas on Thursday morning and placed most of the state on a flash flood watch due to a slow-moving storm system expected to linger through the weekend. Thousands of people have evacuated their homes in low-lying areas, as rivers [...]

2016-06-02T20:28:13-05:00June 2nd, 2016|Community, Resources|

TX Food Handler Mandate

All restaurant employees will need their food handler certificate by September 1, 2016 FAQs for Employers | FAQs for Employees About Texas Food Handler Certification Currently 85 local jurisdictions around the state of Texas require food handler certification. In October 2015, the Texas Department of State Health Services approved a regulation requiring statewide food handler [...]

2016-05-27T14:14:11-05:00May 27th, 2016|Community, Economic Development, Resources|

Super Bowl Business Connect program extends deadline to May 31

Experienced and motivated Houston business owners and entrepreneurs will be offered an opportunity to participate in the process to bid for contracts with the NFL’s Super Bowl LI contractors and special event producers, and the Houston Super Bowl Host committee. As a part of The Houston Super Bowl Host Committee’s commitment to offer economic opportunities [...]

2016-05-18T00:33:07-05:00May 18th, 2016|Economic Development, Projects, Resources|

Zika Virus information from Harris County Public Health

Zika virus is a disease spread primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito, specifically, Aedes species mosquito. These are the same mosquitoes that spread other viruses such as dengue and chikungunya. The most common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting [...]

2016-05-10T20:10:46-05:00May 10th, 2016|Community, Resources|

Solid Waste Frequently Asked Questions

The following information was provided to our office from the Solid Waste Department regarding debris collection after the City's most recent flooding event: FAQs for Debris Placement & Collection My home was damaged or received water during the recent flooding and storms. What steps should I take to handle the damages and the debris? First, [...]

2016-05-02T00:46:32-05:00May 2nd, 2016|Community, Resources|

BusinessConnect with Super Bowl

Super Bowl LI Business Connect is a partnership between the National Football League (NFL) and the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee to link diverse Houston suppliers to contracting opportunities related to Super Bowl LI. The program’s intent is to provide networking, educational and other business development opportunities to encourage greater business success for each participant. [...]

2016-04-20T22:35:32-05:00April 20th, 2016|Community, Economic Development, Resources|
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