Hurricane Harvey 4 Years Later Four years ago today, we were all in disbelief as Hurricane Harvey dumped over 52 inches of rain in our city. I still remember canvassing the district with Council Member Green and springing into action to help our constituents. Although it was a very difficult time for so [...]
To increase the city’s vaccination rate and save lives, the Houston Health Department will provide up to $150 in gift cards to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Houston City Council approved the new incentive program, spearheaded by Mayor Sylvester Turner, in a 15-2 vote at its Wednesday meeting. People who get a first dose of Pfizer or Moderna [...]
Access Capital: Start-Ups and Growing Businesses Thursday, August 26 | 10:00am CDT CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Register for this panel discussion to learn excellent financial information for starting a business. Three lenders will discuss how they analyze loan requests for start-ups, growing businesses, and business acquisitions. You will be able to ask questions pertaining [...]
2021 WBEA Business Conference & Matchmaking Wednesday, August 25 - Thursday, August 26 | 8:30am-4:00pm CDT Innovative Ideas! Intentional Actions! This virtual event provides a platform for brand extension and supplier development while linking women business enterprises (WBEs) with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies, and other women-owned businesses for the primary purpose of increasing opportunity, [...]
Southwest P.I.P. Meeting Home Ownership During the Pandemic Attention all District K homeowners! We invite you to come out to hear valuable information about helpful options available to homeowners during these extraordinary times. Information for grants, refinancing, and estate help is available. Hope to see you there! #District K [...]
The County Connection Lina Hidalgo | Harris County Judge August 2021 Right now in Harris County we are dealing with a crisis that is as dangerous as any we've had since the start of this pandemic. The Delta variant is spreading like wildfire across our county. It is straining our hospital systems, hospitalizing a record [...]
Why are water & wastewater rates changing? New rates pay for maintenance and critical projects to keep the water & wastewater system operating. Critical projects make the system more resilient to hurricanes, freezes & climate change. Using less water can lower monthly utility bills and save money.
It's that time again and METRO is here to help you stay safe as you return to school this fall.
In a press conference that was held today, the County Judge announced that a vaccine reward program will begin today and end August 31st. Anyone who receives their first shot of a vaccine at a HCPH site (check out link) will receive a $100 gift card. The Judge emphasized the safety of vaccines and the [...]
