By Andrew Friedberg This temporary “new normal,” in which not only the adults are working from home but the kids are, too, is positively surreal. We never imagined, for example, having to remind our young children of their scheduled videoconferences throughout the workday. For a bit of exercise and fresh air, and to keep from climbing the walls, we’re getting outside more … [Read more...] about Bellaire mayor: Coming together as a community while keeping our social distance
Public Safety
Former West U Mayor Ballanfant has died from Coronavirus
Former West University Mayor Richard Burton “Burt” Ballanfant has died of Coronavirus at the age of 72. Ballanfant served two terms as West U mayor, and his career on City Council spanned 15 years and included being chosen president of the Harris County Council of Mayors and Councils. Most recently, he was elected to council as part of a slate, serving through 2017. A … [Read more...] about Former West U Mayor Ballanfant has died from Coronavirus
It’s back-to-school as district unveils ‘HISD@HOME’ digital learning and support
By Charlotte Aguilar Families who have worried about their youngsters’ “screen time” are going to have to get used to it as a way of life, as Houston ISD unveiled its “HISD@HOME” learning plan Monday (March 23) to continue educating more than 200,000 youngsters during its shutdown during the COVID-19 pandemic. The district is currently projecting an April 13 date to restart … [Read more...] about It’s back-to-school as district unveils ‘HISD@HOME’ digital learning and support
West U closes city buildings to public, asks residents to go electronic, telephonic
West University Place has restricted public access to the Municipal Building and other city facilities starting today (March 23) — the Police Department lobby being an exception — but is doing business by phone, email and online access. It’s the latest move to help halt the spread of the Coronavirus, with the Recreation Center, Community Building/Seniors Center already … [Read more...] about West U closes city buildings to public, asks residents to go electronic, telephonic
BELLAIRE COVID-19 UPDATE: Disaster declaration, ‘telephonic’ council meeting, possible election postponement, city buildings closing
By Charlotte Aguilar The Bellaire City Council will hold a “telephonic” public meeting at 6 p.m. Monday (March 23) to extend indefinitely an emergency declaration signed by the mayor on Friday and to consider moving the city charter election on sidewalks from May to November. In addition, Bellaire took new steps Friday to protect the public and city workers from the … [Read more...] about BELLAIRE COVID-19 UPDATE: Disaster declaration, ‘telephonic’ council meeting, possible election postponement, city buildings closing