National Night Out, Oct. 3
Join us and celebrate 30+ years of getting to know neighbors and the people who keep their community safe.
District 149 Hurricane Harvey Action Plan Press Release
Houston – Today, Representative Hubert Vo, Representative of House District 149, released the following statement in response to the Hurricane Harvey Operational Plan. “On Friday, September 8th, I, along with other elected officials, met with Governor Greg Abbott in Houston to discuss Hurricane Harvey’s recovery plan. Governor Abbott has appointed Texas A&M University System John [...]
Fact Sheet: What to Expect when You Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance
If you suffered property damage or loss directly caused by Hurricane Harvey, you are urged to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and apply for disaster assistance – even if you have insurance. Help may be available for uninsured or underinsured losses or when insurance claims are not promptly settled. Visit Their Website [...]
Why Should I Return the SBA Loan Application?
After you apply for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), you may be contacted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). If you are asked to submit an application for a low-interest SBA disaster loan, don’t hesitate. If SBA determines you are eligible for a loan, you don’t have to accept it. [...]
Texas Renters May Be Eligible for Federal Help
Texas renters who experienced losses due to Hurricane Harvey could be eligible for disaster-recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Grants: Renters may be eligible for grants from FEMA to help with such disaster-related expenses as: Renting a home when the renter’s previous one is uninhabitable due to the disaster. Disaster-related [...]
ACA Annual Food and Toy Drive
Alief Community Association Inc. 501(C)3 non-profit organization, is holding the 9th annual toy and food drive. Each year they reach out to families and children that are less fortunate. Can you help them fill the Wish List so that they may help 150 Families with Thanksgiving Dinner Basket’s in order to complete a meal they [...]
Students Ride METRO for Free Through September
METRO is offering free rides to all area students through Sept. 30, 2017. Many families are left with limited transportation options and disrupted schedules since the storm. Parents accompanying students to school may also ride for free. Harvey Recovery Free Ride Facts • Free rides for all students K- College • Free rides for parents [...]
Watch Out for Price Gouging and ICE/HSI Imposters
Report Price Gouging "If Texans in affected counties believe they have been scammed or encountered price gouging during or after Hurricane Harvey, they should call the Office of the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Hotline toll-free at (800) 621-0508 or email [email protected]. "During declared disasters, state law prohibits businesses from charging exorbitant prices for necessities such [...]
Beaumont Water System Fails/Harvey Devastation Is Staggering
The unfolding catastrophe due to Hurricane Harvey is staggering! Sadly, the death toll has risen to 29 lives lost. The number of people in shelters continues to rise, new mandatory evacuations due to Barker Dam Reservoir flooding Cinco Ranch in Fort Bend County, Texas and evacuations in Beaumont/Port Arthur continue. The water system is down [...]
