Mayor Friedberg talks more about the Proposed Budget and tax rate.

In his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg discusses some common misconceptions about a proposed tax rate increase for Bellaire. The Mayor states that “probably the most prevalent misconception I’ve encountered is the notion that we’re looking at a 25% tax hike...

Bellaire pool hours will be changing August 17.

From the City of Bellaire: The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center leisure pool will only open on weekends starting August 17th through September 14th. Evergreen/Elaine Wood Therapy Pool will begin off-season hours starting August 17th. For more information,...
Torchy’s Tacos will open in West U August 14.

Torchy’s Tacos will open in West U August 14.

Torchy’s Tacos will have a Grand Opening party at the new West U location on August 12 with free tacos, drinks and entertainment. The following is a news release from Torchy’s: Torchy’s Tacos, the popular Austin-based taco chain, is set to open a new West...
AquaHawk resident uitility portal is now live.

AquaHawk resident uitility portal is now live.

From the City of Bellaire: The Bellaire resident utility portal powered by AquaHawk is a free service for City of Bellaire customers that allows the customer to monitor their water usage, set and receive alerts, and gives them the tools to control monthly water bills....

Mayor Friedberg discusses budgeting for FY 2020.

In his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg discusses the City’s budget, cost cutting, and added expenses, including a resident petitioned off-cycle sidewalks charter election in May at an expense of $80,500. The Mayor discusses the need to plan “for the...

Houston Show Choir forms new choir to better serve the community.

Houston Show Choir has added a new performance group to its family of adult show choirs, specifically to meet the need for daytime entertainment at senior and therapeutic facilities. Artistic Director Jen Young says, “We have three other choirs, but most of our...

West U project will make improvements to Buffalo Speedway.

From the City of West University Place: Through a federal grant, the City of West University Place was awarded funding to replace the existing road surface of Buffalo Speedway. The project area will consist of the section of road that traverses the City beginning at...

Bellaire’s Master Drainage Concept Plan gets a needed boost.

On his latest blog post, Mayor Friedberg states that “the Harris County Commissioners Court voted yesterday to authorize the Flood Control District to engage in formal negotiations with us on an interlocal agreement.  This is a hugely significant development for...

Registration is now open for the 2019 Bellaire Citizens Academy.

From the City of Bellaire: The 2019 Bellaire Citizens Academy set to begin this Fall in September! Bellaire Citizens Academy (BCA) is a ten-week program providing an in-depth look at how the City functions.  BCA participants will have the opportunity to observe, ask...