The second of at least three passes to collect storm debris by the City’s debris collection contractor is nearing completion

From HISD: The Bellaire City Council has approved an updated site plan and traffic study for the new Bellaire High School and granted a permit for the property, meaning construction on the facility could begin as early as next summer.

The Friends of the Bellaire Library (FOTBL) is pleased to announce the Fall Book Sale to be held on Saturday, October 14th, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, in the Bellaire Library parking lot, 5111 Jessamine in Bellaire.

The week of September 25 has been the most productive debris removal week yet.

This rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback tax rate, and state law requires that two public hearings be held by the governing body before adopting the proposed tax rate.

The Bellaire City Council granted permits for the rebuilding of Bellaire High School and for allowing the relocation of the baseball field to the former Gordon Elementary/Mandarin Chinese school property. Due to the limited space of the current property, it was quite...

Residents can expect to see a significant increase in the number of crews and equipment removing debris from Bellaire. Two tandem self-contained loaders were in town today, and a third will be here tomorrow.  A total of 24 pieces of debris removal equipment will be...

Debris Removal An additional debris staging area was secured outside the city limits, and approved by the TCEQ, earlier today, Wednesday September 20. Suitable sites are in high demand and short supply. The contractor had been securing additional and larger equipment...

The City of West University received this information from www.readyharris.org. Several Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) have opened in Harris County to help individuals and businesses impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Recovery specialists from the Federal Emergency...

The City’s debris hauling contractor is currently experiencing a delay collecting storm related debris and are in the process of assigning additional crews to the City. In an effort to continue to make progress, the contractor will be collecting storm related debris...

An update from Bellaire High School: Bellaire's Bell schedule will not change for the 2017-2018 school year. Families may have heard through the media that our school day would be lengthened, however that is not accurate. Our bell schedule for this year, as well as...

In Mayor Friedberg's latest blog post he states that the City Engineer is "currently preparing a comprehensive analysis of the root causes and extent of the devastating flooding we experienced, and where to go from here in our infrastructure planning. He will present...

HISD has voted to extend the school day at some area schools that have a late start date due to Hurricane Harvey. Bellaire High School will have an extended day of 25 minutes for the first semester and Kolter Elementary will have an extended day of 55 minutes for the...

Recycling / Solid Waste  Recycling Services are scheduled to resume on Wednesday September 20.  Areas A,C,D will be serviced on that day.  The remaining areas, B and E will be serviced on their normal recycling days.   Solid waste services will continue as...

PATRONS for Bellaire Parks has started a fundraiser to help the First Reponders and City Staff who were affected by Hurricane Harvey while they worked hard to keep Bellaire citizens safe. Dear Friends and Neighbors, Harvey didn’t just affect a few families...it has...

Beginning Monday, September 18, all flood related permits will be issued from the Harvey Recovery Resource Center, located at the Bellaire Recreation Center, 7008 Fifth Street, Bellaire, TX. Flood related permits will no longer be issued at City Hall. Parking at this...

Harvey related debris removal and hauling operations began last Friday, September 8, in the City of Bellaire.  The ongoing work is first occurring in the south east portion of the City.   Progress has been slower than expected as it has taken longer than anticipated...

UPDATE 9/14:  Recycling Services are scheduled to resume on Wednesday September 20.  Areas A,C,D will be serviced on that day.  The remaining areas, B and E will be serviced on their normal recycling days.   Solid waste services will continue as normally scheduled. ...

"The rumors of our demise have been greatly exaggerated." Bellaire High School will welcome students back to school Monday, September 18. The Houston ISD has completed their full assessment of our building, and we now have a specific timetable for needed repairs.  The...

Per Chief Byron Holloway, the City of Bellaire curfew has been lifted as of 12:00 pm, today, September 8.

Hurricane Harvey brought damage that could not have been predicted, and the needed recovery for the Houston ISD has been equally far-reaching and significant.  As a result, Bellaire HS will not resume classes this Monday, September 11. I fully support the district's...

The City's storm debris removal firm (Ceres Environmental) will begin the first sweep to remove storm debris on Monday September 11, 2017  between the hours of 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.  Please ensure all storm related debris is placed curbside no later than 7:00 am on...

The City of Bellaire has successfully negotiated a new start date for debris removal.  The new start date is this Friday, September 8.  Debris removal will occur City wide, but the focus of the effort, especially within the first week, will be on the hardest hit areas...

In his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg explains what he calls the 50% Rule. "It’s mandated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the City is required to enforce it as part of our National Flood Insurance Program community floodplain management rating. ...

Whole Foods Market’s Houston area stores are hosting free, family style pasta dinners for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, first responders and their families, and anyone in the community who wants to join. Dinner includes pasta with marinara sauce, salad, bread...

FEMA representatives arrived this morning and came to City Hall to brief us on their Hurricane Harvey response in Bellaire.  They gave us an overview of the federal disaster recovery programs available to residents, as well as to the City itself, and what to expect in...

Like most cities dealing with large scale debris generated by storms like Harvey, the City of Bellaire contracts with disaster recovery firms for the removal and management of storm debris. Careful management of this process is critical to qualify for reimbursement of...

For the City of West University: As of today, September 5, 2017, the City of West U has lifted the mandatory curfew order that was issued on August 29, 2017. 

FEMA staff (Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams) are on Bellaire streets today. They will be wearing blue or red shirts with the FEMA logo, and they will have badges.

Beginning Monday 09/04/2017, FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance(DSA) teams will be canvasing certain portions of West Universit Place to assist residents affected by Hurricane Harvey.

As if our messy situation weren’t bad enough, it’s now becoming even worse with a steady influx of scavengers and onlookers, and the additional traffic they create, particularly in hardest-hit Southdale.

Bellaire Police Chief Byron Holloway acknowledges that the scavengers seen on our streets are frustrating for some homeowners.

Through all our community has endured this week, I remain so encouraged by the generosity of neighbors both near and far.

The Fire Chief and Building Official have prepared a short list of concerns that we feel the people should keep in mind. Please read carefully, and stay safe during your recovery efforts.

City crews will continue through the weekend to pick up regular household trash for those households east of Loop 610 (Solid Waste Areas C & D). 

We are urging everyone to note the following and to keep calling Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477) with anonymous tips or email me directly at rmankarious@crime-stoppers.org with safety questions and concerns.

There is no longer a reason to restrict the use of toilets, dishwashers, washing machines, or showers. 

Greater Houston is dealing with the effects of Hurricane Harvey and the NDC wants to help. The NDC is offering free camp for kids ages 5 to 10 for families affected by the flood, including families of first responders.

The City of Bellaire will resume solid waste collection services tomorrow, August 31, 2017.

The City of Bellaire will assist you with the process of repairing your home following the recent flood damage.   There is a necessary process for issuing permits for reconstructions and repairs.

ACME Party & Tent Rental Center trucks will be at a drive-through donation site in the Newcastle parking lot at Evelyn’s Park from 6 AM – 10 PM Wednesday, to collect disaster relief items for delivery to the George R.  Brown Convention Center – Emergency Center for Hurricane Harvey shelter (GRB) and to Ben Taub Hospital.

Effective immediately, Tuesday, August 29, the cities have issued mandatory curfews until further notice.

Due to recent reports of suspicious activity in surrounding cities, reported by local news agencies, the City of West University Place is issuing a Mandatory Curfew starting at 12:00 Midnight to 5:00 AM for tonight Tuesday August 29, 2017.

Donations are being accepted at Crosspoint Church, Lakewood Church, and George R Brown. 

Tropical Storm Harvey is a stubborn storm and continues to hamper efforts to begin recovery operations.  Please conclude all efforts to visit damaged homes prior to dark as water levels are beginning to rise again. 

Neighbors, Families all over Bellaire have been stranded in their homes, with the highest number reported in Southdale, which has experienced the most severe flooding.

Overnight, the lack of rain and storm water drainage will allow people to begin accessing damage to their homes. 

Dangerous flooding event continues for the entire county. Multiple Watches and Warnings will likely continue to be issued overnight.

Unfortunately the situation has only gotten worse today, and it’ll be a while before it improves.