Starting Thursday (May 20), visitors to West University city facilities will no longer have to wear face masks. The city made the announcement Wednesday night, following Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order preventing government entities from issuing and enforcing mask mandates. Still, the city is encouraging residents to follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about West U lifts mask mandate in city facilities
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West U residents can recycle paper, electronics, mattresses today
The city of West University will hold one of its semi-annual paper-shredding, and recycling events for e-waste and mattresses today (May 1) from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Public Works facility, 3826 Milton St. Participants will need to show identification proving they are residents of West U. For the paper shredding, there is a limit of five banker boxes per household, and … [Read more...] about West U residents can recycle paper, electronics, mattresses today
West U will still require masks in city facilities
Despite the governor’s lifting of a mandate to wear masks as protection against COVID-19, the city of West University announced Monday (March 8) it will continue to require anyone entering city facilities to be wearing a face covering. The announcement said the decision is “in accordance with guidance from local health officials and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) to … [Read more...] about West U will still require masks in city facilities
West U officials: ‘We are almost in the clear’
After one last blast of sub-freezing temperatures tonight (Thursday, Feb. 18), West University city officials will reopen most city facilities and services Friday, saying “we are almost in the clear.” West U’s water system is operating normally, and “a majority” of residents have power, according to the update issued midday Thursday. The city will close the drop-in … [Read more...] about West U officials: ‘We are almost in the clear’
West U update: Warming center continues, water-sewer conservation urged
With continued sub-freezing temperatures and more precipitation forecast overnight Tuesday (Feb. 16), West University Place officials are asking residents to be vigilant about putting extra strain on water and sewer service and are continuing to operate a basic warming center for residents. The temporary center is at the Recreation Center, 4210 Bellaire Blvd. and is intended … [Read more...] about West U update: Warming center continues, water-sewer conservation urged