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Lower Westheimer Road Construction
trymahjong replied to trymahjong's topic in Traffic and Transportation
Hmmmmm I watched all the planning with the first lower Westheimer renovation.......so many years passed.....so much complaining. It seems COH has a hard time with doing things the correct way first......... -
Lower Westheimer Road Construction
trymahjong replied to trymahjong's topic in Traffic and Transportation
I get the feeling there is a big question just hovering........why is COH using @#$% asphalt now and not completely renovating Westheimer road in a manner that might last decades instead of a couple of years? -
Lower Westheimer Road Construction
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That brand new asphalt used on Waugh and. commonwealth looks like crapolla after 2 years- guess this will be more of the same. -
Being skeptical on 3% drop in COH homicide rate
trymahjong replied to trymahjong's topic in Crime and Punishment
There is an article in Chronicle today: Rape Case in Middle of Inquiry This article will give an important bit of background to HPD giving out crime statistics. -
Lower Westheimer Road Construction
trymahjong replied to trymahjong's topic in Traffic and Transportation
When the word "repave" is used I'm always curious as to COH mea ns? Concrete or black top? -
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Heard anything concerning ""old " city council members? Will any of those segue into other jobs with Whitmire administration?
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Memorial Park At 6501 Memorial Dr.
trymahjong replied to themidtownguy's topic in Uptown and Galleria Area
Uh huh I wish that would extend to public swimming pools. I've written a few council members about opening up the pool at multiservice center one day a week to the neighborhood for a slight fee. All-- really all, of Montrose is a public pool desert. -
Wow I heard at Neartown from COH guy about this in ground poolš
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Reflecting on Earth Day 2023: A Celebration of Sustainability at Discovery Green by Samantha Page CEC Newsletter Editor Earth Day festivities at Discovery Green last year kicked off with a lively lineup of activities designed to engage visitors of all ages. From educational talks on renewable energy and composting to eco-friendly art installations and interactive exhibits, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The highlight of the event is the exhibitors where close to 80 local organizations, businesses and non-profits showcased their sustainable initiatives and products. Visitors had the opportunity to explore a variety of eco-friendly options that Houston has to offer while learning about the importance of supporting businesses committed to environmental sustainability. Another amazing addition to last year's event was the Houston Public Works' popular Water Works Festival. The festival has interactive exhibits that help educate the public on the importance of this natural resource. The Water Works Festival will be a part of this year's event as well. The Wyland Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation is an annual competition that encourages cities across the United States to commit to conserving water and promoting sustainability. In 2023, it was promoted through the Earth Day partnership, a social media campaign, blast emails messaging to water customers, and a the assistance of the City of Houston Department of Education to engage schools to participate. 2023 was Houstonās second year in a row to win the challenge. As part of the challenge the Wyland foundation gifted 100 blue light glasses to the Houston school that completed the most pledges (Baylor College of Medicine Academy at James D Ryan Middle School). Throughout the day, live music performances and cultural presentations added to the festive atmosphere, bringing together the community in celebration of our planet's natural beauty and diversity. From traditional dances to modern interpretations of environmental themes, the performances reflected the interconnectedness of nature and human culture. All of that, and more, is to be expected at this year's event. Make sure to mark you calendars for April 20th!
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4000+- sexual assault cases suspended- I am so alarmed about this https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/police/2024/02/22/478328/houston-police-confirm-4000-plus-suspended-sexual-assault-cases-finner-vows-to-clear-backlog/
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Is the Art Car Museum closing?
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I've lived in Montrose almost 20 years- attended the local Montrose HPD/PIP even before it was combined with the Heights for 16 years-- never saw the sexual assault numbers go up like that in just one month. Uhmmmmm I mean really, not even in early years of living in a transitioning Avondale, where the street corners still had plenty of drug deals and sex workers....... I constantly, stepped up to defend Montrose as being characterized as "crime ridden" when actually the crime (all crime stats ) were low-- the biggest crime was BMV! sigh....... a small note => In the condensed crime page the label is sexual assault; but in the list of actual locations the crime is listed as rape...........why? Would a 400% increase in rape within Montrose get a bigger reaction and therefore lead to a call for more accountability of HPD- in the midst of all the PR of crime actually decreasing in Houston? I have a lot of questions.
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Of course this stuff was covered by chronicle............"160 year old trees....predating the cemetery "......according to their arborist....... Montrose TIRZ is another one of those civic meetings I try to attend-- for years and years now. Five years or so ago, antidotes about that cemetery were talked about when this project first got started. ......not exactly sure why this tree was so close to entrance by that wall --after it was built and tree got big, cemetery asked COH to cut it down-- roots began to cause wall to lean..... TIRZwanted to just leave west side of that part of Montrose untouched when the plan first was planned-- COH said No! years of public meeting held by TIRZ to get plan finished and presented to COH and yup- COH approved plan. But from the very beginning the protesters trashed on TIRZ as the bad guy in all this- but COH is the real power. Why didn't protested start with COH when they had all yelling to do? I just don't understand.
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World Wetlands Day and Why You Should Care About It by Samantha Page CEC Newsletter Editor World Wetlands Day, observed on February 2nd every year, is an occasion to raise awareness about the significance of wetlands worldwide. In Texas, a state known for its diverse ecosystems, wetlands play a pivotal role in maintaining ecological balance, supporting biodiversity, and providing essential ecosystem services. What is a wetland? Most people probably don't find themselves thinking about them often. Wetlands are transitional ecosystems where the land is saturated with water, either seasonally or permanently. They are characterized by a variety of water-tolerant plants and are found in diverse landscapes, including marshes, swamps, bogs, and estuaries. Why should we care about wetlands? Wetlands play vital roles in the environment, serving as natural filters for water, habitats for diverse wildlife, buffers against flooding, and sources of recreation and tourism. They are among the most productive ecosystems on Earth and provide numerous ecological services essential for human well-being and the health of the planet. Furthermore, wetlands in Texas contribute significantly to the state's economy through activities such as fishing, recreation, and tourism. The unique biodiversity found in these habitats attracts nature enthusiasts, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts, generating revenue for local communities and supporting livelihoods. During hurricane season, wetlands help out by absorbing excess water which helps reduce damage caused by flooding. Sadly, wetlands are one of the Earth's most threatened ecosystems. To put that into perspective for you, they disappear faster than forests. Pollution, damming, and clearing for agriculture and construction are among the top reasons these vital ecosystems are vanishing. World Wetlands Day was established to raise awareness about conservations. If you are wondering how you can learn more about our precious wetlands and how to help protect them, volunteer your time at organizations like Galveston Bay Foundation, Artist Boat and Houston Audubon. In Texas, where wetlands are abundant and diverse, it is essential to recognize the significance of these habitats and take action to conserve and protect them.
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Well.....that pedestrian island does need to be pitied. No improvements in sight-- never got chosen for a CIP project. Of course its mowed to keep scraggly grass short but mega heat island of concrete during hot summers - huge water puddles retainer when it rains. It lies outside both the Midtown and Montrose TIRZ. Don't think it's on the radar of Avondale Civic nor District C Abbie Kamin nor the close by businesses.........I miss the big "M" statue. sigh
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Montrose Collective: Office Building With Retail At 888 Westheimer Rd.
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Reduce GHGs and Waste: Compost by Leonardo Brito, owner Zero Waste Houston (a food waste pick-up and composting service) and Susie Hairston Houston, weāve got two big problems ā climate change and our ever-increasing waste footprint. The good news is, there is something each and every one of us can do to meaningfully address both of those issues right in our own kitchens and at our curbsides: we can prevent food waste and compost what we canāt prevent. The bad news: Houstonians produce "about 10 pounds of trash, per person, per day āmore than twice the national average"(Metzger Luke. āHow to fix Houstonās Trash Problem.ā Houston Chronicle January 13, 2024). Landfills are rapidly filling up, they are wasteful and toxic, and it is increasingly difficult to permit new ones. For obvious reasons, no one wants them in their backyards. All landfills eventually leak toxic materials, poisoning ground and surface water. The water in food waste is, in large, partially responsible for the toxic leachate, providing transportation for the toxins in the landfills to escape. Landfills are the third largest emitters of methane in the US, and food waste in landfills is responsible for 58% of those landfill methane emissions (EPA). The good news: Food waste is the largest single source of landfilled Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) ā coming in at 24% of all the MSW that goes to the landfill (EPA). Because of that, preventing food waste and composting what canāt be prevented are two of the most impactful things an individual can do to reduce waste sent to the landfill and reduce GHGs. Preventing food waste is your first step: Food production and distribution use land, water, and labor, all while producing GHG emissions. When we throw food away, we are wasting all of those things that went into making it. Preventing food waste is the best means of helping minimize waste and GHGs. Buy only what you need, store your food in a way that will make it last, eat your leftovers, and give any food you cannot use, that is edible, to organizations such as the Houston Food Bank, Second Servings, Target Hunger, and your local food pantries. Composting the food scraps/waste you canāt prevent is the next step.Lucky for you, the composting movement has been growing in our area over the last few years. It used to be that if you wanted to compost your food waste, you had to do it yourself in your own backyard, but now there are many options. We still encourage you to compost your food waste at home if that works for you, but if it doesnāt, there are a variety of food waste drop-off (commercial and community garden) and curbside pick-up options in the Houston area. What you can do: Support local food waste composting initiatives, participate in food waste drop-offs or sign-up for a curbside service. Previous area drop-off programs have diverted tons of waste from the landfill. In December 2020, Zero Waste Houston, a food waste pick-up and composting business, started partnering with communities in the area to divert food waste. West Uās 8-week food waste drop-off pilot program diverted 12+ tons of food scraps and compostables from the landfill. The Houston Heights Associationās 60+ week drop-off, which began in April 2021 diverted 60+ tons of food scraps. The City of Bellaire 7-week Pumpkin Drop-Off at the end of 2023 diverted 40+ tons of pumpkins from the landfill. But even more impactful than the immediate diversion is the continued diversion in the communities who participated in these drop-off programs after the pilots were over. West U now has over 400 households using curbside composting services and has integrated composting food waste into city and community events. West U also has a preferred vendor program for food waste pick-up services and a page on the city website encouraging residents to compost. 250 of the participants in the Houston Heights drop-off program are now using curbside composting services. The Bellaire Sustainability Board is exploring holding a food waste drop-off pilot. Participate, for free, in the City of Houstonās current food waste drop-off pilot in partnership with Zero Waste Houston. Drop off your food waste until February 29th at four convenient locations: Kashmere Multi-Service Center (Mondays 2-5pm), Acres Homes Multi-Service Center (Tuesdays 2-5pm), Alief Neighborhood Center (Wednesdays 4-7pm), and Sunnyside Multi-service Center (Thursdays 3-6pm). Bring items such as meats, bones, egg shells, fruit, vegetables, dairy, moldy food, coffee grounds, newspapers, greasy cardboard, and any other compostables. Participating in the pilot wonāt just divert your few pounds of food waste, it will help us continue to accumulate empirical evidence that composting is a successful and effective way for Houstonians to divert organics from the landfill. Reach out to Houston City Council members: Let them know you want the city to compost food waste. Remind them that other cities in Texas have city-wide food waste composting programs. Austin started a curbside food waste pickup pilot in 2010 for 14,000 homes, which was expanded over the years until they had city-wide curbside food waste pick-up as of 2021 (asutintexas.gov āThe City Strives to Compost More.ā September 8, 2021; 5:05 p.m.) Since San Antonio started a curbside pick-up pilot program in 2011, it has expanded the program to 368,000 residences and diverted 335,000 tons of waste from the landfill for composting as of 2021 (Pool, Julie, āThe Dirt on Curbside Composting in Texas.ā Texas Monthly. April 20, 2022.) Fort Worth has been running a food waste drop-off pilot since 2019. Advocate for a SMART (Save Money and Reduce Trash) waste fee, adjusted based on income levels, where residents are charged a fee for the size of the trash can they put out, and that fee pays for recycling and composting programs. Advocate for the development of more certified composting sites within and around the city. One of the limits for composting in our area is the lack of accessible composting facilities that are certified for post-consumer food waste. Currently there is only oneā Natureās Way Resources in Conroe.
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Perhaps, gossamer, is a more intriguing branding than I first thought....... I sit and think by JRR Tolkein Of yellow leaves and gossamer in autumns that there were, with morning mist and silver sun and wind upon my hair. In the Gold Room- a Harmony by Oscar Wild ........Her gold hair fell on the wall of gold Like the delicate gossamer tangles spun On the burnished disk of the marigold, oh my.............
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I found a discussion on Wordsmith concerning Gossamer Shakespeare no less .......still an unusual choice for hotel branding. I might have suggested Reverie ......š Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 6 FRIAR LAURENCE These violent delights have violent ends And in their triumph die, like fire and powder, Which as they kiss consume: the sweetest honey Is loathsome in his own deliciousness And in the taste confounds the appetite: Therefore love moderately; long love doth so; Too swift arrives as tardy as too slow. [Enter JULIET] Here comes the lady: O, so light a foot Will ne'er wear out the everlasting flint: A lover may bestride the gossamer <==== That idles in the wanton summer air, And yet not fall; so light is vanity. King Lear, Act 4, Scene 6 EDGAR Hadst thou been aught but gossamer, feathers, air, So many fathom down precipitating, Thou'dst shiver'd like an egg: but thou dost breathe; Hast heavy substance; bleed'st not; speak'st; art sound. Ten masts at each make not the altitude Which thou hast perpendicularly fell: Thy life's a miracle. Speak yet again.
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Collaborative Conservation: Exploring Environmental Coalitions and Initiatives in Houston and Beyond ļ»æSamantha Page CEC Newsletter Editor A coalition or workgroup is a collaborative effort formed by individuals, organizations, or businesses with a shared goal or purpose. These groups come together to address specific issues, advocate for common interests, and work towards positive change. In the environmental context, coalitions often focus on sustainability, conservation, and ecological well-being. If you receive this weekly newsletter, chances are you are aware of Citizens' Environmental Coalition. The Citizens' Environmental Coalition (CEC) is an organization thats mission is to promotes dialogue, collaboration, and education on environmental issues in the Houston/ Gulf Coast region. It serves as a hub for various individuals, nonprofits, and businesses that are passionate about environmental sustainability. As an individual, joining or supporting such coalitions can offer several benefits. It provides a platform to engage with like-minded individuals, share knowledge, and contribute to environmental initiatives. Participation in these groups allows individuals to amplify their impact by collectively addressing environmental challenges. For businesses and/or organizations, involvement in environmental coalitions can enhance corporate social responsibility efforts, improve sustainability practices, and foster positive relationships with the community. Businesses can benefit from networking opportunities, shared resources, and collaborative projects that contribute to both environmental and business goals. Houston has an exceptional network of partnerships and coalitions. Now, let's highlight some other partnerships and coalitions in the Houston area and beyond: Coalition for Environment, Equity & Resilience (CEER): A coalition focused on promoting environmental sustainability, equity, and resilience. Diluvial Houston Initiative: This initiative may focus on addressing issues related to flooding and water management in the Houston area. EarthShare Texas: An organization that connects individuals and businesses with environmental nonprofits, fostering a collective impact on conservation efforts. Environmental Educators Exchange: A coalition focused on promoting environmental education and awareness. Galveston Bay Estuary Program: A partnership working to preserve and enhance the Galveston Bay ecosystem. Gulf of Mexico Alliance: A collaborative effort to enhance and protect the ecological and economic health of the Gulf of Mexico region. Houston Climate Movement: A coalition advocating for climate action and sustainability in the Houston community. Houston Coalition Against Hate: A group working towards creating an inclusive and tolerant community. Houston-Galveston Area Council: A regional organization addressing various issues, including environmental concerns, in the Houston-Galveston area. Partners in Litter Prevention: A coalition dedicated to reducing litter and promoting a cleaner environment. Texan by Nature: An organization fostering conservation and sustainable practices in Texas. These partnerships and coalitions showcase the diversity of efforts aimed at environmental stewardship, community resilience, and social equity in the Houston region. By collaborating with and supporting these groups, and others like them, individuals and businesses can contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.