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|

Free CPR and First Aid course for the community, April 23

Save the Date: April 23, 2016 For more information, contact Saki Indakwa at 281-977-3814 or [email protected] WHO: Harris County Emergency Corps WHAT: Free CPR and First Aid course for the community WHEN: April 23, 2016 * 9 am – 1 pm WHERE: Harris County Emergency Corps, 2800 Bender Rd, Houston, TX 77032 WHY: Sudden cardiac [...]

2016-04-05T22:41:43-05:00April 5th, 2016|Community, Events, Resources|

Taking Applications Now: Home Repair Program

Major Home Repair Program Only for East Aldine & Cloverleaf Homeowners • Grant or loan secured by 1st lien • Up to $80,000 for Rehabilitation • Up to $135,000 for Reconstruction Minor Home Repair Program Unincorporated Harris County, Deer Park, Galena Park, Jacinto City, Humble, La Porte, Morgan’s Point, Seabrook, Shore Acres, South Houston, Tomball, [...]

2016-03-08T20:58:55-06:00March 8th, 2016|Community, Projects, Resources|
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