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Dear Friends,
As we near the end of Women's History Month, we have had a chance to witness history in the making this week with the start of the Senate confirmation hearing of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. If confirmed, she would become the first Black woman
to serve as a Supreme Court justice. Judge Jackson summed up her inspirational path to this moment beautifully when she said during her confirmation hearings, “My parents taught me that unlike the many barriers that they had to face growing up, my path was clearer. So that if I worked hard and I believed in myself in America, I could do anything or be anything I wanted to be."
I am honored to have joined over 300 Black attorneys and elected officials in Texas who sent a letter to the U.S. Senate in support of Judge Jackson’s confirmation to the highest court in our country. She is an outstanding nominee for Supreme Court and the Senate should move forward with a fair and timely confirmation.
Women’s Commission
Earlier this month and on International Women’s Day, Harris County Commissioners Court created a nine-member Women’s Commission that will recommend economic opportunities and health outcomes for women of all races and ethnicities.
The Commission will conduct research, produce reports and engage with the community. The five court members each will have a Commission appointee and the remaining four positions will be
appointed at-large.
A Women’s Commission in Harris County lets us convene women across the county from different industries, backgrounds, and perspectives to help the county best address the disparities that women face.
The Commission will foster critical dialogue and awareness of gender inequities in our community. It also will increase the quality of life for women and all Harris County residents. Each year, the Commission will focus on at least one issue related to economic opportunities and one issue related to women’s health care.
Standing with Transgender Youth
It is our job to protect the safety of Harris County residents, especially children. But transgender children in Texas and across the nation are under attack. Fifteen states have enacted or are currently considering laws restricting medical treatments to more than 58,000 transgender youth.
This week, Commissioners Court approved my resolution affirming our support of transgender youth.
It is cruel to disrupt the lives of children and their families and harm their mental health in the name of political theater and misinformation. I stand with the families at the center of these attacks. We won’t sit by idly while state officials weaponize their bias against transgender children seeking medical care.
Everyone in Harris County deserves to thrive. We are committed to continuing the work to build a county that ensures women, our LGBT youth, and
anyone else previously left behind has that opportunity.
Sincerely,
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FREE MAIL ORDER
COVID-19 TESTS
There are still unclaimed COVID-19 test kits people can receive for free. This is important to keep in your home first-aid kit in case of future surges or difficulty getting a test.
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-home tests. If you already ordered your first set, order a second today.
Order Your Tests Here
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TEXAS HOMEOWNERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Texas Homeowner Assistance Fund is now available for aid with past-due mortgage, property tax, property insurance, and HOA expenses for qualifying homeowners in Harris County.
Check here to see if you qualify and to apply.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Harris County residents deserve access to high-quality, living wage jobs.
Harris County is launching two workforce development programs using American Rescue Plan Act dollars. A Request for Proposals for the programs launched on March 11th.
These programs will
allow individuals to build new skills and explore careers in growing industries or increase their current skillset to achieve long-term career success
The submission deadline for both proposals is April 25, 2022. They are available for download here.
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SENIOR BALLROOM DANCING AT
EL FRANCO LEE COMMUNITY CENTER
Ballroom Dancing is a fun activity that promotes physical, mental, and emotional health while building social connections. All dancers are welcome to join and enjoy some good music and show off
their dance moves. Join us on Tuesdays from 11 am – 12 pm.
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CHAIR VOLLEYBALL IS A HIT!
Chair volleyball provides a fun way to be active and includes players of all skill levels. Players are required to remain seated, which allows those with physical limitations to participate on a level playing
field with those who may be more active. It’s not about winning and losing, but just getting some exercise while letting the competitive juices flow.
Come join us and make new friends every Thursday at Lincoln Community Center from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm. To register, please click here."Volleyball is a sport I have always loved playing when I was younger. However, as I have aged and realized I'm not as agile as I once was to cover the court, chair volleyball has given me the joy of the game again. My teammates are enthusiastic and just downright fun to be around. It is good exercise and who doesn’t like
having fun." Elisha Smith
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NEW PRECINCT ONE PARKS!
This month, Precinct One is excited to add 4 parks to our network – American Statesman Park, Bane Park, Mercer Arboretum, and Danny Jackson Family Dog Park. Precinct One will begin operations on these parks March 31st.
Stay tuned for additional announcements about parks coming to Precinct One.
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MONTROSE BIKEWAY: IMPROVING SAFETY
Precinct One, in partnership with the Montrose TIRZ and Houston City Council District C, recently completed safety improvements along Waugh, Yoakum, Commonwealth, and Montrose. Adding a protected bike lane and improving sidewalks and intersections will make the area safer for people walking and biking. It will also connect people to parks and businesses. Phase 2 of this project will break ground this spring with similar improvements along Woodhead and Hawthorne.
Project Webpage
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ANDERSON ROAD: IMPROVING MOBILITY
Safe streets and sidewalks are essential for every Harris County resident. Precinct One recently started major reconstruction of Anderson Road. Phase 1 includes road upgrades, sidewalks and drainage improvements between Hiram Clarke Road and the flood control channel near Jupiter Road.
Road work has begun on the bridge section. Please use caution and follow detours.
Project Webpage
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