In consideration of updated government orders aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19, staffing of International District offices is limited at least through Oct. 7 while staff works remotely on a full-time basis. Staff may be contacted as follows:

• David Hawes, Executive Director – DHawes@HawesHill.com
• Natali Hurtado, Deputy Executive Director (713) 724-3862 or NHurtado@IMDHouston.org
• Brian Burks, Director of Public Safety (832) 8510406 or BBurks@IMDHouston.org
• Annie Trinh, Director of Services (832) 638-2545 or ATrinh@IMDHouston.org

Our graffiti and litter abatement, bandit sign removal, and landscape maintenance are continuing with the following added protocols:

• Staggered arrival times for crews to minimize human-to-human interaction and encourage social distancing, beginning at 6AM. Crews will return to warehouse in the same order they arrived.
• Zero human-to-human contact in the field. If contact needs to be made with a property owner, the crew member will call supervisor to reach owner by phone or e-mail.
• Monitoring the health of all employees. Crew members will report any and all illness symptoms to supervisor and will be asked to quarantine in the event of illness.
• Use of available PPE, including gloves, masks, googles, and suits.
• Routine sanitation of equipment, vehicles, and warehouse space (including locks, door handles, and common areas).
• Crew members will report any and all incidents of contact to supervisor.

Our Public Safety efforts through SEAL Security continue on their regular schedule with enhanced safety protocols. We remain committed to assisting our law enforcement partners to protect and serve our businesses and keep the community safe. You can contact SEAL Security Officers at 281.407.0801. Remember to always call 9-1-1 in case of an emergency.

We will continue to monitor the situation and will reach out to update the community as new information and resources become available.