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The West U City Council adopted a ume and speed. Information collected by
new traffic enforcement program on residents will be turned over to the de-
August 24 that will reduce speed- partment or follow-up and Be-
ing and other moving violations p yment activities.
on collector streets. S M A T? R S A final component of this ap-
The Strategic Traffic Enforce- 4 proach will be education and pub-
ment Program will target resi- ~';cy licity. The department has re-
dential streets and school zones Gently purchased a trailer
based on citizen complaints about speed- mounted radar display so that drivers are
ing and STOP sign violations. aware of the speed they are traveling
"Past traffic enforcement activities and the City will obtain resource mate-
have been concentrated in areas of high rial from the National Highway and Traf-
visibility, large volumes, and accident fic Safety Administration through their
experience," said Police Chief Gary Model Community Speed Control Pro-
Brye. "This traditional approach has gram. NHTSA has developed the Speed
been effective but not responsive Shatters Life campaign to promote safety
enough to citizens who have observed and reduce speeding nationwide.
increased traffic volumes and speeds Brye noted that as part of the City's
on residential streets over the past sev- comprehensive plan, long-range traffic
eral years." calming plans will be developed that will
Brye noted that for the past several improve traffic flow patterns and reduce
years between 75 and 90% of all mov- the current pedestrian-auto conflicts. A
ing traffic violations have been prima- recent survey by the Police Department
rily written in the areas of Buffalo identified over 500 individual STOP sign
Speedway and Bissonnet. locations and 25 four-way STOP inter-
In addition to now targeting neighbor- sections on the City's 45 miles of inter-
hood areas, Brye has established a nal roadways.
Community Traffic Control Program Residents who want to check out ra-
which will allow residents to check out dar equipment should contact Chief Brye
portable radar equipment to monitor vol- at 662.5 862.
Officer Joey Sanders tickets a motorists who ignored the stop sign at the intersection of University
and Auden.
September 1995
Wasting away more holidays
West U solid waste collection crews
will begin holiday collection service on
Labor Day and will provide it on most
regular scheduled holidays.
The plan is to provide Monday through
Friday service throughout the year ex-
cept New Years Day, Thanksgiving
Day, and Christmas Day. This will re-
duce the number of missed collection
days from nine per year to three.
"We believe this to be a real service
enhancement," said Public Works Di-
rector Edward Menville.
In addition, crews have moved up the
daily collection schedule on their routes
and are now collecting garbage on
weekdays beginning at 7:00 AM rather
than 8:00 Am.
Menville noted that the change in time
will cover the summer months and is
being implemented to help employees
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® Monday, September 7 for
® the observance of Labor Dag.
Calendar of events
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Citizen f or Ordev
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City
Employee Spotlight
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Ordinance Spotlight
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Police Blotter
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Senior Calender
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Inside Council Chambers
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veu/ By: Mayor Teresa W Fogler
During the first seven and a half
Those of you who missed the Town
were opposed to the use of speed humps
months of 1998, we have also been short
Hall meeting in July on the topic oftraf-
as were willing to add them to our
staffed in the police department. As a
fic are in luck: the topic in September
streets. And, in a show of hands that
result of a series of retirements and res-
will again be traffic. There will be an
night, asking pro and con on the speed
ignations, the full-time traffic enforce-
important difference, however July's
hump issue, con won a convincing ma-
went officer has been used in a regular
meeting was billed as an opportunity to
jority among the citizens in the room.
patrol capacity, responding to calls, tak-
ing reports
watching homes on the
hear from residents regarding traffic
issues and problems, whereas
Perhaps the majority of individuals that
night realized that the application of speed
,
housewatch program, and assisting resi-
September's meeting will also include a
humps to one street in West U will, in
dents, in addition to traffic inforcement.
discussion of recommendations and
time, result in all streets, except possibly
Now, he is back on traffic enforcement
potential solutions.
Buffalo, Weslayan, and University, be-
full-time, and additional officers join him
In anticipation of this month's meet-
ing outfitted with humps. Even if we
on the streets for a few hours each day,
ing, let me examine and share with you
were all willing to withstand the grind-
watching how we drive.
Where they are watching will be dif-
some of the flavor of the July meeting.
Nearly eighteen pages of typewritten
ing irritatio of speed humps throughout
our city, this domino effect of utilizing
ferent, too, because in August we rede-
comments have been compiled from the
speed humps in a totally residential com-
signed our Strategic Traffic Enforcement
"
"
meeting, some received in writing, some
munity would obviously be detrimental
Program (
STEP
) in response to input
received from citizens
With over 600
given orally that evening and tran-
scribed.
to the ability of our fire and police de-
partments to respond to emergency calls.
.
stop signs and almost 45 miles of road-
My favorite example of the natural
binds simply could not differ on the
way in West U to patrol, traditionally we
human instinct to believe everyone
negative implications of that outcome.
have concentrated enforcement efforts
shares one's own very correct opinion
On the opposite side of the fence are
in high volume locations where acci-
is the following quote (responding to a
those residents who do not believe we
dents are more likely to occur. STEP
will now move our efforts to inner resi-
discussion regarding on-street parking
in West U): "This is not a complicated
need to to do much of anything about
traffic in West U. To quote one indi-
dential streets, with locations largely tar-
We do not want to restrict on-
issue
vidual: "I think our traffic situation is
geted by citizen complaints.
.
street parking. The community is not
"
acceptable as it is. I am against adopt-
The police department is also investi-
gating the use of a State law which
divided.
A tally of the compiled comments,
ing traffic management mechanisms that
are not currently needed in order to meet
would permit the doubling of fines for
however, reveals that while only 16 resi-
possible future problems. I differ sharply
violations occurring in construction
dents voiced the opinion that parking on
with this individual. In my opinion, driv-
zones. Many complaints have been re-
the street should not be curtailed, 19
ers in West U are moving too fast, dis-
ceived regarding drivers detouring
residents believed on-street parking
regarding traffic signs and signals, and
around the streets currently under re-
should be eliminated or controlled in
generally exhibiting a "me first" attitude
construction. In those locations, care-
some manner. Apparently we are a
divided community after all.
with alarming frequency.
Statistics verify this attitude. During
less driving not only presents a threat to
other drivers and pedestrians, but also
I offer this example to make a simple
the first seven and a half months of this
to the workers on the job trying to im-
point minds can differ on very basic
year, approximately 3000 citations have
prove our city. Use of a newly pur-
issues. And differ they do, often
been written on West U's streets.
chased trailer-mounted radar display in
construction areas as well as in other
sharply. For example, we continue to
read correspondence implying that
Slightly more than 1000 of them were
for speeding. Slightly less than 200 were
locations will make drivers more aware
Council is inappropriately dragging its
for failure to heed a stop sign or signal.
of their speed, which should lead care-
feet of adding speed humps to "residen-
"
But we must and can do more to make
fill drivers to monitor their own speeds
more closely and to comply voluntarily
streets in West U. Yet, at the July
tial
drivers - especially residents of our com-
with speed limits
meeting, of those who commented on
munity - understand the seriousness of
.
the issue, three times as many residents
their transgresssions.
(Continued on page 4)
City Currents is published monthly by the City of West University Place, Texas
Mayor Teresa Fogler (662.5801)
City Council Members Tony Davis (662.5808), Cindy Deal (662.5847),
Cindy Sparkman (662.5848), Patrick Starich (662.5889)
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Second Saturday once
This month's concert will feature
songwriter/guitarist Eric Taylor, singer/
songwriter and multi-instrumentalist
Darcie Deaville, and solo acoustic artist
Gary Burgess.
The concert will be held at 7:30 pm on
Saturday, September 12 at the West U
Community Center, 6104 Auden.
Tickets are sold at the door - adults
$6, senior citizens (65 or older) $3, and
children with adults are free. Home-
made refreshments are available.
The party i11go on
"
Due to a thunderous down-
pour on the night of the Back
to School Luau, the teen dance/swim
party has been rescheduled for Satur-
day, September 26. The fun will begin
at 6:30 PM and won't end until 9:30 PM.
So if you are in grades six through nine,
come dive in on the fun, which will in-
clude pool games, prizes, refreshments,
a DJ, and more! Call Dave at 668.7643
for more information.
It's free, trust us
The time is now to apply for your
free tree from the West University
Tree Trust. All you have to do is drop
by the building division at 3 826 Amherst
and pick up an application from the ur-
ban forester, fill it out, and drop it in the
mail. The sooner the better because if
the demand outweighs our supply, the
first come first serve rule will apply.
For more information, or to request an
application, call Neslihan Tesno at
713.662.5893 or visit our web site at
www.ci.west-university-place.tx.us.
Your C~Frlhiking
by Plant Manager Patrick Walters
In response to the many concerns ex-
Chemical Composition. Every three
pressed by the citizens of our commu-
years sampling is performed by the
nity, this article will discuss the
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State Department of Health. This
measures the City takes to insure
-
includes the more common chemi-
that the drinking water is safe for
cal compounds (flouride, hardness,
human consumption.
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and sodium) as well as exotic com-
The procurement, treatment,
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pounds.
and delivery of drinking water is
t
Lead and Copper. Sampling is
a very involved process. Twenty
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performed every three years.
percent of the City's drinking water is
Thirty samples are collected and deliv-
supplied by wells owned and operated
ered to the State Health Department for
by West U. The remaining 80% is pur-
analysis.
chased from the City of Houston, which
The most recent results of all sampling
receives its drinking water from a sur-
show that the drinking water flowing
face water treatment facility.
from your taps meets the standards for
The highest priority of providing safe
safe drinking water as established by the
drinking water is ensuring that the wa-
United States Environmental Protection
ter is free from bacteria and chemical
Agency and the Texas Natural Resource
contamination, which West U assures
Conservation Commission.
through a comprehensive schedule of
As an additional City service, I am
sampling and analysis, a brief descrip-
available to make presentations at meet-
tion of which follows:
ings of local organizations and in school
Bacteriological Analysis. Fifteen
classrooms. These presentations will
samples each month for pathogenic (dis-
cover drinking water and wastewater
ease causing) bacteria.
issues in general and those issues re-
Chloramine Residuals. Daily samples
lated directly to West U utility systems.
from water plant and random locations
To obtain information on contacting
in the City.
any of the agencies mentioned above,
Disinfectant By-Products. Quarterly
scheduling a presentation, or for addi-
sampling for Trihalomethanes - Chloro-
tional information about our water or
form, Bromodichloromethane, and
wastewater systems, please contact me
Dibromochloromethane.
at 666.8974 or by email at
Volatile Organic Carbon. Annual
pjwaltersl@aol.com.
sampling by the Texas Department of
In the next issue of Currents, I'll dis-
Health includes exotic compounds (pes-
cuss the aesthetics of the City's drink-
ticides, herbicides, petroleum products
ing water and the methods used to pro-
and other synthetic chemicals).
vide water that is clear and pleasing.
West in its share for
cleaner air
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We will be able to breathe a little easier
very soon because the City of West U
has received a grant from the Houston-
Galveston Area Council's Congestion
Mitigation and Air Quality Program.
The funds will pay 80% of the incre-
mental costs associated with converting
the City's vehicle fleet to propane fuel.
Smog producing emissions are reduced
up to 45% through the use of propane-
fueled vehicles. Using propane as a mo-
tor fuel results in lower fuel costs.
Also, the use of clean burning propane
cuts maintenance costs and extends the
life of a vehicle.
Thanks to H-GAC and efforts like this,
the City is helping to improve the air
quality for generations to come.
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(solid waste continued from page 1)
reduce their exposure to the effects of
high heat and humidity. The revised col-
lection time will generally run from April
through October each year.
And remember, trash may not be
placed out any time before 6 PM on the
day before your regulary scheduled
pickup.
Page 4
EMPLOYEE IN
THE SPOTLIGHT
This month's employee to in the spot-
light is Officer John Guerra.
John began his law enforcement ca-
reer in Galveston County in 1993. In
1994, he joined the force in West U and
quickly earned a reputation for being a
highly productive and professional po-
lice officer.
"The citizens of West University Place
are fortunate to have an officer like John
Guerra patrolling their streets." said
Chief Gary Brye. "He is a very dedi-
cated and top-notch officer."
Most recently, John exhibited a high
level of dedication and initative in his
work by conceptualizing and develop-
ing a bicycle patrol program within the
department. It is scheduled to become
operational this fall. This year, John's ini-
tiative was recognized by the
department's supervisors. After review-
ing his accomplishments during his ten-
ure with the City, they submitted his name
to the Chamber of Commerce for the
Officer of the Year Award and he won
it!
When asked what he likes most about
working in West U, John replied, "I love
the West U environment. The City I
came from had residents who didn't care
and a high crime rate. West U is just
the opposite and I like that."
In his spare time, John enjoys spend-
ing time with his wife, Cathy, working
on computers, bike riding and adding to
his law enforcement patch collection.
His future goals include furthering his
formal education.
(Mayor's Column continued from page 2)
This redesigned enforcement program
is something we are doing now to com-
bat traffic problems within our City. At
the Town Hall meeting in September we
will discuss more long-term solutions to
these pervasive problems.
Throughout the comprehensive plan-
ning process, we have used the term
traffic calming without much explana-
tion or definition. Many residents as-
sume (incorrectly) that traffic calming
means lower speed limits and speed
humps. Instead, traffic calming is
implementing measures which physi-
cally alter the appearance and function
of the roadway so that the driver's per-
ception of the street changes, and thus
the driving behavior changes.
Adding a gateway to a major thorough-
fare, for example, is believed to have
an impact on the behavior of a cut-
through driver the driver feels safe
that he or she is entering a private com-
munity as a guest, rather than utilizing a
public right-of-way. Narrowing a road-
way with the addition of an esplanade
or curbside plantings that drape the
street in greenery tends to slow drivers
down because they do not perceive suf-
ficient clearance to pass a slower driver
(which unfortunately does happen on
our streets!) or to travel at higher rates
of speed. These are the kinds of traffic
calming techniques that can both beau-
tify our City and have a positive impact
on traffic for years to come. A compre-
hensive approach that emphasizes both
strict enforcement of traffic laws and
physical traffic calming mechanisms is
our goal.
Allow me to leave you with a parting
parable. My home is almost exactly one
mile from the Rice Village. For the sake
of argument, assume I can travel from
here to there without stopping (because
arguably the stopping part takes the
same amount of time regardless of my
speed). At the allowable limit of 30 mph,
my trip takes 2 minutes. If I slow down
for safety's sake and travel 25 mph, my
trip takes 2.4 minutes, or an additional
24 seconds. Frankly, I think I can spare
the 24 seconds. For that matter, I will
be bold and assert that you can spare it,
too. Personally, I do not choose to drive
slowly in West U only to avoid getting a
ticket. I choose to drive slowly to avoid
hurting children, joggers, dogs, mail car-
riers, trash collectors, and, even, my car.
I choose to stop at stop signs for the same
reason. In short, it is the right thing to
do. Slow it down. Stop. It really is not
too much to ask.
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In March of 1941, William Mathews
purchased 11.415 acres of land out of
the A. C. Reynolds League from Lillian
Cunningham for $17,122.50.
Within weeks of the purchase,
Mathews had the subdivision surveyed
and platted. Encompassing the 4000
blocks ofRice Boulevard, Milton Street,
Amherst Street and the north side of
University Boulevard, Mathews Place
is one of the smaller subdivisions in West
U.
William Mathews sold an interest in
the subdivision to his brothers, Charles
and Robert, and the three men began
building homes on the empty lots. By
the fail of 1941, war loomed on the ho-
rizon, and Americans became painfully
aware that it was only a matter of time
before the United States would become
part of the world conflict. The
Mathews brothers, realizing that build-
ing would cease once war was declared,
worked day and night pouring founda-
tions. Because the homes were already
in the process of construction by war-
time, they were able to avoid the ulti-
mate moratorium.
The Mathews brothers had a good
reputation for building sturdy, well-built
homes. Today, many of these one-story,
five-room, brick-veneer structures,
which average 1250 square feet with 17'
x 18' detached garages, remain intact.
A stroll down the tree-lined street of the
4000 block of Milton Street, where all
18 of the homes built in the 1940s re-
main, is reminiscent of earlier times and
simpler values.
For more information on the West U
Historical Society, call June Begeman at
666.5721.
Police Blotter Page 5
July, 1998
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Aggravated a
or witnesses; case pending.
4100 Case - July 19. Officers re-
3300 Bissonnet - July 18. A woman,
traveling eastbound on Bissonnet was
sponded to a 911 call and found the
homeowners holding a male suspect at
bumped from behind by another vehicle.
gunpoint. After hearing the dog bark-
She pulled onto Rutgers, called her hus-
ing and investigating a noise downstairs,
band on her cell phone, then got
they found the suspect at the bot-
out of her vehicle to survey the
tom of their staircase and called
damage. Two black males
the police. The suspect was ar-
had exited their vehicle pre-
rested and charged with posses-
tending to survey the dam-
- sion of cocaine and criminal tres-
age. The woman was then =
pass. Case closed.
hit, knocked to the ground
and beaten. The suspects
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before fleeing. Witnesses describe the
car as a blue, green or teal 4-door older
model Chevrolet Cavalier. Case still
under investigation.
Assault
4000 Bellaire -July 6. A woman cross-
ing the parking lot on her way to work
was approached by a white male and
asked the time. The suspect then
grabbed the woman's leg, and when the
victim screamed and pulled away, he
grabbed her around her chest. She was
able to pull free again and the suspect
ran away. He came back toward her,
apologized, then fled. A witness de-
scribed a blue Ford van and provided a
license plate number. This case is still
under investigation.
Burglary of a Building
6400 Buffalo Speedway - July 21.
Resident reported that someone at-
tempted to break open the door to his
shed, which is secured with a padlock
and hasp. The resident's golf bag and
cart had been pulled part of the way out
of the damaged door. No suspects or
witnesses; case pending.
Burglary a Habitation
6500 Brompton - July 19. Resident
advised that after a call from his alarm
company he only found an inside garage
door open, but a few days later he dis-
covered backyard benches propped
against the house leading to a room
above his garage. The screen was miss-
ing and the window open. No suspects
3400 Georgetown - July 13. Resident
reported that his vehicle's window had
been broken and his CD player removed
from the dash. No suspects or witnesses;
case pending.
3500 Sunset-July 13. Resident stated
that a window in his vehicle was shat-
tered and that the CD player/radio was
taken from the dashboard. No suspects
or witnesses; case pending.
6000 Fordham - July 13. Resident dis-
covered fishing rods, reels and tackle
boxes missing from the bed of his pick-
up truck. No suspects or witnesses;
case pending.
2700 Talbot - July 27 - While on pa-
trol, an officer saw someone suspicious
near a vehicle, so the officer stopped
and detained the suspect then performed
an investigation of the scene near the
vehicle. The officer found a screwdriver,
cellular telephone, radar detector and a
stereo face plate. The suspect was ar-
rested for possible burglary of a motor
vehicle. A search of the area found a
vehicle's window shattered. The ar-
restee claimed to have just come from
Whitt Johnson Park. A search of the
park found some papers and an insur-
ance card taken in another burglary.
Arrest made; case closed.
6400 Buffalo Speedway - July 27.
Resident was contacted about papers
found in the park. It was discovered
that his vehicle's vent window was bro-
ken out and his briefcase, which con-
tained the papers, was stolen. Arrest
made; case closed.
6400 Rutgers - July 27. Resident re-
ported his vehicle's window shattered
and his cellular telephone, walkman and
portable CD player missing. A few
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by Po&- Chief 6-y 8,y-
Aggravated robbery is not a new
crime, but it is experiencing its own
little spree in the Houston area.
The M.O. is simple the victims'
are women, and the criminals either
follow their target until they can ap-
proach the car at a red light or stop
sign, or they bump the target's car
causing what appears to be a minor'
accident. The end result is the victim
getting hurt, sometimes severely, and
the loss of her possessions.
We, along with ETD officers, are
investigating these crimes and are
working on some leads to catch these
criminals.
In the meantime, there are some
things you can do to prevent an at-
tack. The main thing to remember is
to be aware ofwhat is going on around
you. A criminal's best advantage is
the element of surprise.
If you are leaving a store or walking
through a parking lot, keep a watchful
eye and if you feel or see someone or
something out of the ordinary go back
into the store and ask for a security
guard to walk you to your car.
While driving, keep a watch in your
rear view mirror. If you think you are
being followed, drive to the nearest
police station. That's the last place a
criminal wants to try and commit a
robbery.
Don't be an easy target ...be alert of
your surroundings. no matter where
you are.
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days later, items were recovered. Ar-
rest made; case closed.
6400 Belmont - July 27. Resident ad-
vised that his vehicle's window was bro-
ken and his digital camera and a back
pack were missing. A couple of days
later, the items were recovered and re-
turned. Arrest made; case closed.
6400 Vanderbilt - July 27. Resident
reported that his vehicle's window was
completely shattered and a portable CD
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player, one CD, and a pair of sunglasses
were missing. A couple of days later,
all of his items were recovered and re-
turned. Arrest made; case closed.
2700 Arbuckle - July 27. While on bike
patrol, the police housewatch intern dis-
covered a broken window to a vehicle.
The resident found that his cellular tele-
phone and adapter plug were missing,
and his briefcase was found in the front
yard. A couple of days later the items
were recovered and returned. Arrest
made; case closed.
2600 Arbuckle - July 27. Resident
observed two backpacks on the sidewalk
in front of his home. The items were
dusted for fingerprints and inventoried.
Most ofthe items belonged to the BMVs
reported on the 271 and were subse-
quently returned to the owners. A few
items remain unclaimed. Case pending
further information.
advised that no such bank exists. Also,
two checks bearing the West U busi-
ness' name were used at two other
stores for purchases. Case pending.
5600 Kirby - July 13. Resident ad-
vised that someone had cashed a check
using her bank account. The bank em-
ployee did not get ID from the suspect.
Case pending.
2800 Bissonnet - July 14. Resident
received a letter from a bank about a
past due balance on an account that was
not hers. The statements were mailed
to another address. Case pending.
Other
6200 Auden - July 30. Three young
ladies ran into the police department
lobby leading for help. While at
Randall' s, a white male stared at them
and followed them through the store.
The man left the store just before they
did and began following them. When
they could not get away from him, they
Forgery/Credit Card use
drove to the police station. The suspect's
vehicle and a video camera and a video
2600 Bissonnet -July 13. A local busi-
tape of a young female with little cloth-
ness employee reported accepting a
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® Block parties present a great way for
take place on n
neighbors to get know each other. It is a
Weslayan, Rice, Uni-
® terrific alternative to hosting a party in
versify, Buffalo Speed-
® your own home. Imagine the prepara-
way, Sunset or
® tions, all the kids, and all the cleaning
Bissonnet, it must occur sometime be-
you will save yourself
tween 9:00 A and 4:00 PM or 6:00 PM to
® Wouldn't you rather be outside with
sunset.
® your neighbors, enjoying the weather, eat-
Barricades will be necessary to block
ing Bar-B-Q, and letting the kids play in
off your street for the party. The WUPD
® the street without having to worry about
will schedule delivery of barricades and
® traffic? Well, that's what a Block Party is
trash receptacles to your house. On the
• all about. Being outside, visiting with
date and time of your parry, set up the
the neighbors, eating, talking, playing
barricades at the ends of your block and
® games, and allowing the kids to run free.
start the fun.
® What better way to spend an evening?
If you would like a police officer to stop
You can host a Block Party on a Satur-
by and show the kids a police car and talk
® day, Sunday, a legal holiday or on Hal-
about neighborhood safety issues, or if
• loween. There can only be three parties
you want the fire department to stop by
® scheduled in the City for every two or
with a fire truck or ambulance, note it on
three-day period, so it's first come, first
the registration form.
served. The party can have a maximum
If you or someone you know are inter-
duration of three hours, including set up
ested in hosting a Block Party, stop by
and take down. Parties can normally be
the police department any time and pick
® scheduled any three hours between 8:00
up a Special Events Registration Forth or ,
® RM and sunset. However, if the party will
call 668.0330 for more information.
The
6600 Belmont - July 3. Resident re-
ported that the American Flag placed in
his yard by the West U Rotary Club was
missing. No suspects or witnesses; case
pending.
2600 Fenwood - July 5. Resident re-
ported that the American Flag placed in
his yard by the West U Rotary Club was
missing. No suspects or witnesses; case
pending.
3900 Arnold - July 20. While in his
yard, a resident was approached by a
Hispanic male, who claimed to be from
the City's water department and re-
quested water samples. After running
water in the kitchen and bathroom, the
suspect stated "I bet your water bill has
been high. I'm going to give you a re-
fund." He produced a one-hundred dol-
lar bill and asked if the resident had
change to which the response was no.
The suspect left. Later it was discov-
ered that a metal box containing personal
papers was missing from the house. No
suspects or witnesses; case pending.
3900 Arnold - July 22. The same resi-
dent advised that a white male came to
his home claiming to be with the HPD
and investigating the scam of July 20.
The suspect wanted inside but would not
produce any I.D. The resident closed
the door and called the police. The sus-
pect was picked up by a white male driv-
ing a gray sports utility vehicle. No sus-
pects or witnesses; case pending.
4000 Bellaire - July 26. A woman re-
ported that she left her purse unattended
on a table at this place of business. There
were only employees present at the time.
When she retrieved her purse, she found
money missing. All of the employees
were interviewed but everyone claimed
no knowledge of the theft. No suspects
or witnesses; case pending.
Help sci-_-.,~'_) the owls
by resident Tom Sanders
Putting out rat poison is hazardous to
the health of wildlife around us. A large
number of our owls have been, and are
being killed by secondary poisoning.
Owls, who love to eat rats and mice,
are eating these rodents who have got
ten into the poison. It makes more sense
to have more owls and fewer rodents
by allowing the owls to control the ro-
dent population.
So, if you must control rodents your-
self, please use a trap.
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® September ,Tuesday
Enjoy lush scenes ofthe larg-
est river in the world and rare
footage of indigenous tribes
when exploring The Amazon at
the I MAX theater. Money re-
quired at time of registration. 2:00
to 4:00 PM. $3.50.
® September 9, Wednesday
People of all ages are invited to our Craft
Fair. You name it and it will be avail-
able for purchase. Bring your Christ-
mas list! 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Free.
Sept. 16 - ov.1 Wednesdays
In association with the Recreation De-
partment, we will offer a ten-week
course so you can learn how to knit.
You don't need to bring anything but your
enthusiasm to the first class. 2:00 - 4:00
PM. $5 plus supplies.
your help! Volunteers will monitor and
identify fraudulent scams. 11:00 AM -
NOON. Free.
e September 28, Monday
Because this is imprtant information re-
garding IRAs, this seminar is open to
those of all ages. Our speaker will ad-
dress IRAs, beneficiary and payout al-
ternatives, annuities and estate tax
analysis. Light refreshments and door
prizes. 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Free.
Please call 713.662.5895 for more
information or to make reservations to
attend any of these events.
September 11, Friday September 21, Monday
We had to cancel May's trip to the Gulf Join the fun as we head back to
Greyhound Park, so we'll try again to- Brookshire to complete our spring day
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day. We'll head out early to enjoy lunch trip. Our Safar-Be-Que will begin at
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before the races start. 11:30 AM - 5:00 the River Bridge Safari Park and end
PM. Free, + personal expenses. at the Willow River Farm, which we had
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to skip last time around. A bar-be-que
Sept. 11 - Sept. 25, Fridays luncheon will be catered at the park. 9:00
c o oLf
on Family V,,~rain
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AM - 3:00 PM. $16.
The Museum of Fine Arts will host a
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three part series of seminars that will a September 23
Wednesday
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Hall vazaar
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focus on an Asian theme to help explain
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a future exhibit. 1:00 - 3:00 PM. $1/$2. The Betum 77 usiness F~ ireau needs
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a°Ier o-.<' hard we tm'y to keep track the mlhings we e resl:orasible f zr g,
occasionally there is work that drops through the cracks. We nee to know about it. Tell
us if there is work that needs to be done ® your street, in
your neighborhood, or any-
where around West U. Tell us about the problem an where
it is. Help us do a better job
an we'll all t to make West U a better community!
Location:
Description of work or problem:
How long has condition existed?
Who should we contact for additional information?
Phone number:
Best time to call:
t r~ lsr =s II i ^;E r FF p 'k
September 15, Tuesday
Here's your chance to see the new
set of sculptures at the Artful Gar-
den. We will also visit the Beer
Can House before heading back.
9:30 - 11:30 AM. Free.
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Saturday
Friends of West
Building and Standards
Newcomer's Club
Parks, @ 6:30 PM i
Commission @ 6:30
Coffee, 10:30 AM -
the Public Work
PM in the Public Works
NOON, Community
Lunchroom
Lunchroom
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Seniors trip to
Seniors Craft Fair
Zoning and Planning
Seniors trip to
Second Saturday
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Commission @7:00
Gulf Greyhound
Concert
Amazon
P.M. in the Public
Park
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Works Lunchroom
Part
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Senior Services Board
part series on future
@ 2:30 PM in the
Asian exhibit.
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Council Work-
Seniors trip to the
Seniors first of ten
Zoning Board of
Part 2 of MFA's 3-
shop @ 6:45 PM
Artful Garden
classes on learning
Adjustment @6:30
part series on future
Community Ctr.
how to knit:
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Asian exhibit.
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Seniors trip to River
Town Hall Meeting
Part 3 of MFA's 3-
Bridge Safari Park
@ 7:00 - 9:00 PM,
part series on future
Community Center,
Asian exhibit.
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Seniors second of ten
classes on learning how
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Seniors special slide
Seniors four week
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with a Cop party
show seminar on
workshop on Family
classes on learning
proper foot care by a
Writing
how to knit
representative o
Twelve Oaks Hospital
Seniors trip to Holly
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