The sidewalk drama continues in Bellaire.
Mayor Friedberg’s latest blog post details the steps necessary to hold a Special Election dealing with sidewalks. A group of Bellaire citizens turned in a petition to City Council calling for “three charter amendments to be submitted to the voters...Texas Dose of Reality – Drug Take-Back Program
From the City of West University: In 2017, about 1 in 7 Texas high school students took opioids without a prescription or differently than how they were prescribed. Among U.S. youth ages 12 to 17, nearly 60% report that the source of their most recent misuse of...The City of Bellaire is planning the installation of flap gates to aid in flood prevention.
From the City of Bellaire: The City is planning the installation of flap gates in Bellaire to aid the prevention of floodwaters from Brays Bayou from backing into the City’s storm sewer systems during low to moderate rainfall events. A flap gate is a piece of steel or...
Preparations are being made for the demolition of the old Bellaire City Hall.
From the City of Bellaire: Beginning Tuesday, February 5, 2019, a construction fence will be installed around the old City Hall building in preparation for demolition of the building. There will be limited parking on South Rice Avenue from Jessamine Street to the new...West U makes list of Texas’ Safest Cities.
The City of West University Place has been named one of the top 10 safest cities in Texas in a recent report published by The Home Security Advisor. Mayor Susan Sample was not surprised by the ranking. “West U is a very safe place to live and raise a family. Our...January 28 Bellaire City Council Meeting Overview
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Bellaire Camp Paseo Summer Camp Registration begins February 4.
An all day camp (8 am – 3:30 pm) tailored to children ages 5-12. Before and after care is available for this camp. To view additional Camp Paseo Information click here! Camp Paseo Forms Bellaire Resident Registration Form Bellaire Non-Resident Registration Form...Filing has begun for the May 4th West University General Election.
Filing has begun for the May 4th General Election to elect a Mayor and 4 council members. The deadline to apply is February 16. Candidate packets are available at the City Secretary’s Office in City Hall, 3800 University Blvd. or online at:...
West U Summer Camp Registration begins soon.
West University Place Parks and Recreation Department has the perfect camp for every interest! Choose from Building Brains LEGO Camp, Dance Camp, iKids Camp, Tennis Camp, Kidventure, and more! Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Visit...
West U City Council Announces New City Manager.
The City of West University Place is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. David Beach as its next City Manager. Mr. Beach’s contract was approved during the regular City Council Meeting on Monday, January 14, 2019, effective January 22, 2019. City Manager Dave...A Houston realtor analyzes salary requirements to by a home in Bellaire and other neighborhoods.
According to one Houston area realtor, you need to make over $250,000 a year to buy a home in Bellaire or West University. Salary requirements for other close by neighborhoods range from $80,000 to $250,000. Houstonproperties.com states that in 2009, the median home...
The new Bellaire Police and Court building will open January 22.
From the City of Bellaire: The new Bellaire Police and Court building located at 5110 Jessamine St., will be operational on January 22, 2019. There are no expected disruptions of service during the move from the temporary location. 911 is available in case of an...Bellaire City Offices will be closed January 21.
In recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday, all Bellaire City Offices including the Library and Recreation Center will be closed and there will be no solid waste service on Monday, January 21, 2019. Please note the following changes to the solid waste...
Street closures during the Houston Marathon on January 20.
Be prepared for street closures during the Houston Marathon on January 20. The route will take runners through the West U, Rice Village, and Galleria areas The following streets will be closed on Sunday, January 20, 2019 starting at 6:00 a.m. All lanes will be closed...Middle School Art Competition finalists for Bayou City Art Festival will be announced February 9.
The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), the producer of the Bayou City Art Festivals and a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Houston community nonprofit organizations, will announce the top 30 finalists for its 7th Annual Middle School Art Competition at the...Bellaire City Council Meeting overview for January 7, 2019
From the City of Bellaire: Below is an overview from the January 7, 2019, Bellaire City Council meeting. These are not the official minutes of the meeting. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS The Bellaire Fire Department Medal of Valor was awarded to David Cagigas,...There will be a Town Hall Meeting presenting the Master Drainage Concept Plan, February 4.
There will be a Town Hall meeting on Monday, February 4, 2019 at 6:00 pm at Bellaire City Hall, 7008 S. Rice Avenue, Bellaire, Texas 77401, to hear about the Master Drainage Concept Plan. Afterwards, Mayor Friedberg will deliver his Annual State of the City Address at...The Bellaire Public Works Director and City Engineer discuss the Master Drainage Concept Plan.
From the City of Bellaire: Bellaire Public Works Director and City Engineer discuss the Master Drainage Concept Plan. To view the video, please click HERE. The Master Drainage Concept Plan status update was presented to the City Council on Monday, December 17, 2018....Bellaire City Offices will be closed January 1.
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