A woman was carjacked in a ‘bump and rob’ near Rice University.
Robbers are targeting women driving alone so be aware if your car is bumped by another driver. ABC13.com reports that “a woman was carjacked near Rice University earlier this week as part of what authorities are calling a “bump and rob” style theft....The City has provided a summary of the October 21 Bellaire City Council Meeting.
From the City of Bellaire: Below is an overview from the October 21, 2019, Bellaire City Council meeting. These are not the official minutes of the meeting. REGULAR SESSION ACTION ITEMS Postponed the consideration of a purchase of a replacement EMS unit (Ambulance)...
Early voting begins October 21.
Early voting begins today for the November 5 election. You can find out where to vote by visiting harrisvotes.com. You can also view a sample ballot by entering your name and address. There are local Mayor and City Council races on the ballot along with several Texas...The City of Bellaire’s mosquito spray schedule has changed.
From the City of Bellaire: The City of Bellaire’s mosquito spray schedule has changed. We will spray the entire City on Tuesdays only. This City has recently changed our mosquito spray vendor. The City of Bellaire uses an environmentally friendly fog to...Bellaire Planning and Zoning Commission postpones vote on former Chevron property.
Voting on the proposed zoning changes for Bellaire Place was delayed at the October 10 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. After much deliberation, the commission voted to have another workshop to discuss many questions that developed during the meeting. The...Bellaire Police arrest 610 street racer.
Residents who live near 610 are well aware of the street racers that frequent the west loop at night. The sound is very distinct. Finally some of them were caught by Bellaire Police and one sent police on a high speed chase October 7. KHOU.com reports that...An Overview of the October 7, 2019 Bellaire City Council meeting
From the City of Bellaire: Below is an overview from the October 7, 2019, Bellaire City Council meeting. These are not the official minutes of the meeting. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS The week of October 6 – 12, 2019, was proclaimed Fire Prevention Week in...
Patrons for Bellaire Parks donates $110,000 to City for new playground equipment.
Patrons for Bellaire Parks was proud to present the City of Bellaire with a check for $110,000.00. Photo: Patrons for Bellaire Parks Facebook Page These funds will be used for the purchase and installation of playground equipment at six parks: Lafayette Park, Mulberry...October 6 – 12 is National Fire Prevention Week.
October 6 – 12 is National Fire Prevention Week. This year’s FPW campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” works to educate everyone about the small but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe....
Mayor Friedberg discusses the FY 2020 Budget.
In his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg says that “the outcome of this year’s budget process is an adopted budget that represents a 4.4% property tax revenue increase, down from the original 8% proposal. The resulting tax rate increase for maintenance and...The City has provided a summary of the September 16, 2019, Bellaire City Council meeting.
From the City of Bellaire: Below is an overview from the September 16, 2019, Bellaire City Council meeting. These are not the official minutes of the meeting. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS A Badge Pinning Ceremony was held for Firefighter/Paramedics James White,...Chinese American Genealogical Workshop in Houston, October 25-26, 2019
A workshop on Chinese American Genealogy will be held in Houston on October 25-26, 2019 at the Hilton Garden Inn Westbelt. To register or for more information, contact Ed Gor, ejgor@comcast.net or (713) 320-8889. There is a registration fee to defray the cost for the...No trash or recycling pickup Wednesday, 9/18, due to weather concerns.
From the City of Bellaire: We are monitoring Tropical Storm Imelda and are expecting periods of heavy rainfall this evening through Thursday, September 19. Please monitor the National Weather Service, your local media, and other official weather information sources...
New tenants are coming to Bellaire Town Center.
The Houston Chronicle reports that Bellaire Town Center, at the corner of Bellaire Boulevard and South Rice Avenue, “has signed Salata and JuiceLand as its latest tenants. Salata has signed a 2,804-square-foot lease and JuiceLand, will occupy a 1,292-square-foot...The Mayor shares “cautious optimism” of a lower proposed tax rate for next year’s budget.
In his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg states that “we’ve now received our certified tax roll with better-than-projected growth from new construction. That, along with some other adjustments, modestly brings down the City Manager’s proposal from an 8% to a...
The Bellaire Arts and Crafts Festival will return this November.
From the City of Bellaire: After a hiatus of about ten years, the Bellaire Culture and Arts Board is bringing back the popular “Arts and Crafts Festival” to Evelyn’s Park on Saturday, November 9, perfect timing for the start of the Holiday Season!...
There’s a new Farmers Market in Meyerland.
Braeswood Farmers Market has opened in Meyerland in the parking lot of the old HEB on S. Braeswood at Chimney Rock. The Market is open every Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to Noon.