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Hmmmmm just my $.02 but sometimes,it seems the further down "lower" Westheimer, from intersection of Westheimer and Montrose; the more difficult for a new businesses to be successful. I think back at how many prior restaurants had cratered at El Tiempo location.

The "no left turn" sign to prevent Westheimer East bound to turn left on Crocker has installed today.

The no left turn traffic sign at Crocker and Westheimer was replaced 48 hours after notifying 3-1-1-. it had been missing since Montrose was completed a year or so. I kept thinking it would be replaced since a left hand when going east on Westheimer then turning left on to Crocker has HUGE NEGATIVE impact on an already snarled traffic situation! Anyone trying to go west on Westheimer there gets white knuckled at how bad it backs up each evening. Now to try and replace the no left turn sign that prevents left hand turns from Crocker to go east on Westheimer.

Yup- open! Gluten free never tasted so good!

I have heard discussion but nothing seemed to be in the actual plans.

Hmmm once that section of laser Westheimer went from 3 to 4 lanes in the 80's plus the growing ridership of that line.....then yes Metro purchasing buses that were not so wide would have sense. Who knows what positive impact Metro kicking the widest buses out for that line; could have had on traffic accidents. I think this each time a wide Metro bus seems to nudge my car into oncoming traffic in the 700 and 800 block of Westheimer.

Looks like Picnik is open

There was general agreement to that at the meeting but of course there is little money actually designated for raised sidewalks- sigh

Yes- plus I've always why Metro purchased buses that are wider than some lanes of traffic along Westheimer.

When the topic of last weeks crash (estimated at traveling 100 miles per hour) that killed pedestrian; COH District C council Kamin, spoke of raised crosswalks as a safety measure to slow traffic down. It seems raised crosswalks are not regulated in same way as speedbumps, making them " easier to install."

District C council Kamin spoke about COH does not approve where these poles are located-state of Texas does. Also property owner was informed by Centerpoint of impending pole placement but then that person sold property without advising new property owners.

Council District C Kamin spoke of Montrose TIRZ stepping up to finish improvements to Alabama street- returning it to 3 lanes- middle lane is a turn lane. These lanes would have already been painted as turn lanes but COH is short staffed on painters.

IMO Somekind of something happened at COH right after Hurricane Harvey-- Lower Westheimer improvements were completely paid for- a committee was set up- plans were drawn-- an animated video of what the improvements would like =>POOF after Harvey, the Lower Westheimer project is connected to rest of Westheimer and suddenly neither project has any funds...............

Tributary 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. April 29 Armand Bayou Nature Center Tributary is a community event to connect to and honor the waterways and communities we advocate for. The event will take place at Armand Bayou Nature Center, where attendees can explore the Center’s wetlands, bayou, and prairie habitats through bayou safari tours, kayaking, and pontoon tours. Learn of Armand Bayou's natural history and the Akokisa people who previously inhabited this watershed through educational demonstrations. Join Bayou City Waterkeeper as we pay tribute to our waterways and community. Registration is required.

Urban Harvest Each year, Urban Harvest's Youth Education program teaches hands-on gardening to more than 5,000 Houston-area students. Their Community Gardens program provides resources and education to almost 200 gardens – supporting communities in growing their own food and creating sustainable greenspaces. Urban Harvest strives to create a healthier city where all have access to fresh, nutritious food harvested from sustainable community gardens and farms. Their mission includes addressing food insecurity and inequality. They invest in evidence-based strategies, staff training, and collaborations with community champions to apply a racial equity lens to their work.

Urban Harvest Each year, Urban Harvest's Youth Education program teaches hands-on gardening to more than 5,000 Houston-area students. Their Community Gardens program provides resources and education to almost 200 gardens – supporting communities in growing their own food and creating sustainable greenspaces. Urban Harvest strives to create a healthier city where all have access to fresh, nutritious food harvested from sustainable community gardens and farms. Their mission includes addressing food insecurity and inequality. They invest in evidence-based strategies, staff training, and collaborations with community champions to apply a racial equity lens to their work.

COH District C Kamin revealed a #75,000.00 to combat increase of guns on Houston streets and will begin gun lock give away. Central 1&2 Division will give away tune locks at public PIP meetings over the summer. There has been an increase in smash and grab of cars with guns hidden in them. Apparently 2400 guns were taken in this manner in 2022.

Councilwoman Abbie Kamin announced that air quality monitors are being place inside park to allow residents to track air quality.

District C Kamin revealed $75,000.00 will be directed at safety accepts for Wharton Elementary Students who walk to school. Also, $20 million dollars of the $70million dollars invested in Mayor Turners OneSafeHouston will allocated to traffic safety.

Guess COH is giving residents a consolation prize for no park. There will be a Green Wall erected at this location. COH will build--Midtown Management District will maintain.

COH still has plans to renovated lower Westheimer. council District C Kamin says the project isn't funded but COH will seek grants from HGAC.

Mayor Turner's project One Safe Houston has now had 70 million dollars invested in it. Councilman Kamin quoted HPD stats from Early 2023 as 12% decrease in violent crime.

District C Council Kamin reported pickle ball courts are available in Gray street Multiservice center and Cherryhurst park.