The issue of whether taxpayers should provide funding to the West University Tri-Sports Association is emerging as one of the major points of discussion in the bi-annual West University Place election on May 1. The issue is a close call. There are legitimate cases to be made on both sides. But the inventory of misinformation on this topic is vast, so let me try my very … [Read more...] about Politics 101: West U Youth Sports Funding
Bellaire Government
Mayor’s blog: Update on Bellaire’s water, power
By Andrew Friedberg Adding insult to injury, most of us are now without water, or experiencing very low water pressure, on top of the prolonged power outages. Once again this is a regional problem not limited to Bellaire, as the city of Houston and other area jurisdictions are reporting similar issues with their water systems. Residents are asked to be patient and to … [Read more...] about Mayor’s blog: Update on Bellaire’s water, power
Mayor’s Musings: Bellaire City Council meetings still on for now; how to stay connected
Bellaire’s City Council meeting went on Monday night (March 16), and the coronavirus is on city leaders’ minds as they plan for future meetings. Mayor Andrew Friedberg offered information about how residents can stay connected as public contact is limited during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is his Mayor’s Musings blogpost from Monday: As we practice social distancing and … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Musings: Bellaire City Council meetings still on for now; how to stay connected
TODAY: Bellaire runoff elections…voting never easier
Voting has never been easier because Bellaire residents can vote at any voting location in Harris County. So take a few minutes out of your Saturday to help select two of your neighbors who want to represent you on the Bellaire City Council. The polls are open until 7:00 p.m. Three of the six City Council seats, along with the Mayor, were in play in the Nov. 5 General … [Read more...] about TODAY: Bellaire runoff elections…voting never easier
Early voting begins today for 2 Bellaire City Council seats
Early voting begins today for the Bellaire runoff election for two City Council positions, in conjunction with Harris County’s Elections Division, which is handling similar runoffs for Houston, Houston ISD, and Houston Community College. On the ballot for Position 4, vacated by term limits, are Nathan Wesely, the top vote-getter on Nov. 5, and Winfred “Win” Frazier. Squaring … [Read more...] about Early voting begins today for 2 Bellaire City Council seats