With “extreme” to “exceptional” drought conditions declared in southeast Texas, and Houston instituting mandatory restrictions, Bellaire and West University have each activated their own Stage 2 drought plans seeking residents’ voluntary cooperation to conserve water. Bellaire made the announcement Thursday afternoon, and West University issued an alert midday on … [Read more...] about DROUGHT ALERT: Bellaire, West U activate voluntary restrictions
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Bellaire council OKs special election to pave way for sale of former landfill
By Charlotte Aguilar There’s no deal on the table yet, but Bellaire City Council voted unanimously Monday night to call a special election Nov. 7 — in conjunction with the general election for mayor and three City Council seats — for voters to authorize the sale of the city’s former landfill, located in far southwest Houston. Known as Ruffino Hills, Bellaire owns about 70 … [Read more...] about Bellaire council OKs special election to pave way for sale of former landfill
3 file to run for Bellaire mayor, 3 for council seats
By Charlotte Aguilar It’s been 10 years since Bellaire has had a fiercely contested mayor’s race, but the city looks to be in for one this year, with three candidates — all attorneys — formally submitting their paperwork at City Hall and nearly two weeks left in the filing period. In the running so far are: Gus Pappas, former two-term councilmember and mayor pro tem … [Read more...] about 3 file to run for Bellaire mayor, 3 for council seats
Disruption, detour: Water main break closes busy Bellaire intersection
A break of a major water line at one of Bellaire’s busiest intersections is wreaking havoc on local businesses and traffic Wednesday morning (Aug. 2). City officials said it may take all day to make the repair at Bellaire Boulevard and South Rice Avenue, and they have closed the intersection and outlined detours for motorists (see accompanying map). The intersection leads to … [Read more...] about Disruption, detour: Water main break closes busy Bellaire intersection
Bellaire unveils interactive mobile app
Bellaire residents can now connect to city information and services through a new mobile app, OneBellaire, available for free download through the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app serves as a digital hub for everything from general news alerts, meetings and special events, to details about city services and facilities, to interactive capabilities to pay utility bills … [Read more...] about Bellaire unveils interactive mobile app