Bellaire voters perform their bi-annual duty today (Nov. 5) of choosing a mayor and half the City Council — with all races contested and the possibility of a runoff next month for two council seats which have three candidates each. Polls are open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. While there are three traditional polling places in the city, for the first time registered voters can vote … [Read more...] about VOTER’S GUIDE: The Essentials questionnaire for Bellaire mayor, council hopefuls
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Do you qualify? Bellaire property owners can pre-apply for federal funds to elevate homes
Bellaire property owners who suffered damage from Hurricane Harvey and are considering elevating their homes have until Aug. 31 to pre-apply through the city for a federal assistance program that could cover 75 percent of the costs of raising their structures. The city is applying for the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, administered by the Federal Emergency … [Read more...] about Do you qualify? Bellaire property owners can pre-apply for federal funds to elevate homes
As Bellaire election filing begins, contests shaping up for mayor, open council seat
By Charlotte Aguilar Bellaire’s municipal election season begins today (Monday, July 22) with the opening of filing for mayor and three City Council seats — and already it appears at least two races could be contested. Former City Councilmember Roman Reed tells Essentials he is considering a run for mayor against incumbent Andrew Friedberg, who confirms he is seeking … [Read more...] about As Bellaire election filing begins, contests shaping up for mayor, open council seat
Bellaire council to kick off FY 2020 budgeting process tonight
The months-long process to develop and adopt a Bellaire city budget for the 2020 fiscal year will start tonight (July 15) at City Hall, with staff’s formal budget presentation to City Council. City Manager Paul Hofmann will outline the proposal starting at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, 7008 S. Rice Ave. According to Hofmann’s written weekly report last Friday, Bellaire’s … [Read more...] about Bellaire council to kick off FY 2020 budgeting process tonight
P&Z to hear public input on Bellaire Place mixed-use planned development proposal for Chevron property
Bellaire’s Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at its 6 p.m. meeting Thursday (July 11) on a four-part package of changes that could turn nearly 13 acres of the former Chevron Oil property into a mixed use development known as “Bellaire Place,” with high-density apartments, retail, offices and parking for 1,400 vehicles. The meeting will take place in … [Read more...] about P&Z to hear public input on Bellaire Place mixed-use planned development proposal for Chevron property