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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruaryVul°__me 27, No. 2 1 ® 7 C L A large number of friends, family and West U dignitaries attended a reception at the home of Henry Rosenblum on January 9, celebrating the memory of Phyllis Rosenblum with the naming of Phyllis's Corner, a part of Whitt Johnson Park. The park, located on the corner of Wakeforest and Carnegie, is the most recent green space being completely redeveloped with funds raised by West U citizens and local businesses through the auspices of Friends of West Uni- versity Place Parks Fund, Inc. Mr. Rosenblum, who donated $10,000 for the creation of a charming picnic gazebo in the park's northwest corner, recalled how his late wife enjoyed be- ing in all West U parks and often walked her dogs in Whitt Johnson Park near her home. The volunteer, non-profit Friends board has raised over one million dollars since its reestablishment in 1987. In addition to the current renovation at Whitt Johnson Park, all funds have gone to- ward redeveloping Weir, Judson, and Huffington Parks, and purchasing land for Rice Pocket Park and the remain- ing two lots at Colonial Park. "We hope to complete City Council's long-term parks plan soon," said Linda Gray, Friends Chair. "The citizens and businesses of West U deserve huge ac- colades for coming together and creat- ing wonderful green spaces in place of the tired playgrounds of the past." According to Gray, approximately one million more is needed to complete planned parks projects. Every citizen can help by making regular donations to the Parks Fund, supporting the annual Park Lovers Ball, establishing memori- als and bequests, obtaining grants, or buying Park Pavers. At the reception, Mayor Linda Lewis and Friends Chair, Linda Gray emphasized how much Phyllis' Corner will be appreciated, noting that it will be a memorable spot for park goers for many years to come. Pictured clockwise from the left are Linda Gray, Friends of West University Place Parks Fund, Inc., Henry Rosenblum, and Mayor Linda Lewis. February 2000 Kitt Johnson Park Update Construction continues at Whitt Johnson Park as the face-lift begins to take shape. A few weeks ago, the park was an empty pile of dirt, as demolition removed all evidence of its previous design. Already new facets of the park are emerging. A new gazebo was re- cently completed, new playground equipment is currently being installed, sidewalks and parking spaces are tak- ing shape, and fence posts dot the pe- rimeter. Good weather has kept construction on schedule, although some minor prob- lems have arisen. The small park is filled with mature oak trees, and workers have been careful to take extra measures to limit damage to tree roots. According to Mark Mailes, Director of Parks and Recreation, "the tight working spaces in and around the trees at the park have necessitated minor adjustments. Unfor- tunately, one of the trees will have to be replaced. We looked at several options in an attempt to save the tree, including a retaining wall, but safety and limited (Whitt Johnson Park - continued on p. 7) • Board & Committee News 6 • Calendar of events 8 • City Life 3 • Employee Spotlight 4 • Inside Council Chambers 2 • Ordinance Spotlight 4 • Police Blotter 5 • Senior Calender 7 Sl c r Page 2 16 L 2, By: Mayor Linda Lewis G' Partnering is an appealing concept to me because it allows individuals, groups or governing bodies to come together to accomplish more than could otherwise be expected. Such is certainly the case when one considers some of the opportunities that have come our way. Recently, Steve Radack, County Com- missioner of Precinct 3, presented an offer to partner with West U to rede- velop the strip along Edloe from Sunset to the JMH parking lot on the west side of Poor Farm Ditch. A new footbridge at Tangley plus two others, new fencing and landscaping, and a 5 foot pathway for pedestrian and bicycle traffic are pro- posed for that area. The cost of the project is estimated at nearly $362,000, with the county paying approximately $277,000 for the enhancements. This is a welcome opportunity for our community. It addresses a need to im- prove safety along that corridor. It is exciting to think that children will be able to walk or ride bikes to school without having to be in the street or cross Edloe before they reach a protected cross- walk. And, certainly, those of us adults who walk, jog or bike along Edloe will also benefit from these improvements. Improving this area also provides op- portunity for citizens to get involved. As soon as they heard about the project, one family was so excited they donated funds for a tree honoring four genera- tions who have lived in West U. An- other group is considering a bench that would acknowledge all the kids who grew up together on a particular block. So you see, this is an opportunity to make a unique contribution. If you are interested in contributing to the cost of a tree or bench, or buying a brick paver for the pathway, contact Friends of West U Parks chairperson Linda Gray by e- mailing her at lkgray@flashnet.com. Another example of partnering is with METRO, whose police will soon be as- sisting West U police in enforcing traf- fic laws along its bus routes, including Buffalo Speedway, University and Weslayan. The goal is to maximize safety and mobility to the public with the two departments working closely to- gether to ensure maximum efficiency. There is no cost to West U for this as- sistance, and any revenues from issued tickets will go to our city-I hope you agree that this is a win/win situation. A third partnership is Home Place Celebration, a month long event jointly sponsored by West U and Southside Place. This is the first time any of us can remember so many folks in our two cities coming together to make some- thing special happen. It is a wonderful example of what can be accomplished with communities working together. Make note of the schedule of events printed on page 7, and plan on joining the fun beginning April 1. As time passes, City Council and Staff will be looking for additional partnerships, and as they evolve, we will let you kno- about them. air > by Council Member Bill May Anyone still breathing has seen the stories in the press and on television about the state of our air. The highest ozone reading in the nation this year occurred in the Houston area in Octo- ber. The Houston area will be required to comply with national standards by 2007 or face the immediate suspension of federal funding for transportation as well as the loss of local entities to fi- nance area projects. The Houston- Galveston area has already seen fed- eral highway funds cut, delaying at least two highway projects. The State has outlined measures to achieve emission reductions needed to meet the national air quality standards, possibly including new tailpipe emission tests. The EPA has proposed new na- tional standards to curb vehicle emis- sions. New York will soon follow Cali- fornia in adopting vehicle emission stan- dards twice as stringent as the proposed EPA standards, with other states likely to follow. Locally, METRO encourages using public transportation, offering Commute Solutions. Houston-Galveston Area Council's Clean Air Action offers sug- gestions to reduce air pollution-buying gas late in the day and avoiding idling in drive-ins. These are no doubt helpful, but appear to dance around the prob- lem and substantial solutions. In light of obvious pollution problems there is an alarming trend toward in- creasingly larger vehicles. It seems in- congruous to use a vehicle weighing over 21/2 tons to commute or to make mul- tiple trips around town at 14 miles per gallon, with one or two occupants. It is frightening to note that most of these vehicles are carrying children and are exempt from meeting federal safety standards. In addition, many drivers appear to be unaware of the limits of these large vehicles, causing safety con- cerns, especially when backing or pass- (Clean air - continued on p. 6) The City of West University Place, Texas Mayor Linda Lewis (713.662.5801) City Council Members Burt Ballanfant (713.662.5847), John Bertini (713.662.5808), John K. Grubb (713.662.5848), Bill May (713.662.5889) City Currents welcomes your contributions. Forward material to City Currents, 3800 University Boulevard, West University Place, TX 77005, by the 10th of the month preceding publication. General Information: 713.668.4441® City Manager Sherman Yehl: 713.662.5810; e-mail: syehl@ci.west-university-place.tx.us Visit us on the World Wide Web at <www.ci.west-university place.tx.us> City Life For the of it Teen " 1ve-In" Movie Page 3 Home lace Celebration Tennis Tournament Play in the Home Place Cel- ebration Tennis Tournament on Saturday and Sunday, April 8 - 911, which will be held on West U and Southside Place tennis courts. There will be men's and women's singles and mixed doubles. Watch for sign-up information in the next issue. Students in grades six through nine are invited to a t "Dive-In" movie on Febru- ary 191 from 6:30-9:30 PM at Colonial Park. We'll also have pool games, prizes, refreshments, and more! For in- formation, please call 713.668.7642. West University lace 7t" Annual la I n Series All races will take place at Colonial Park, 4130 Byron at 8:00 At. The race consists of a 350 yd. swim in a covered, heated pool and 5K run. All ages and abilities are encouraged to give it a try! Entry forms are available at Colonial Park, the Community Build- ing, and Bikesport. For more informa- tion, please contact Dave Pippin at 13.668.7642. Series: Entry fees: Race 1 March 41h Individual $12.00 Race 2 April 81 Relay Team $18.00 Race 3 May 20m Second Saturday Concert February's featured performers are St. Brigid's Flame, formerly O'Carolan's Flame, and Norman Kennedy. The members of St. Brigid's Flame combine a wealth of artistic skill, generating a unique and precise blend of melody and harmony reminiscent of the Celtic lands and Shaker America. Norman Kennedy, a native of Aber- deen Scotland, brings with him a wealth of Scottish culture and traditions. A master weaver and spinner, and a mas- ter of the beautiful Gaelic language, Norman shares stories and songs in the true Scottish tradition. The concert will be held at the West U Community Center at 6104 Auden on February 12' at 7:30 PM. Tickets will be on sale at the door - adults $8; Se- niors (65) $4; children under 12 free with adults. Homemade refreshments available for purchase. For more information, please call 281.347.3235 or 281.495.2923. Batter u West U Little League tryouts began the last week of January at the West U Little Leagu,, Fields for new and returning players moving to a new division. February 41- 61 have been set aside as rain dates and as tryout dates for players unable to attend January tryouts. The League will be conducting a Re- cycled Baseball Item (RBI) drive both tryout weekends. Bring your used bats, gloves, shoes, practice shirts, pants and belts to the field either weekend. All equipment will be donated to inner-city youth programs in the Houston area. Other dates to remember include Feb- ruary 8th - 12', mandatory team meet- ings; February 161'' - March P', WULL candy sale; March 271'', regular sea- son play begins; and April I", Opening Day Ceremonies. For more information, please call 713.667.0857. For information about team sponsorship, call Greg Hambrick at 713.759.4774. Historic 11 y e5peaking... In late 1941, war loomed on the hori- zon. Realizing that a building moratorium on all new construction would set in once war was declared, building contractors worked feverishly to pour foundations for planned houses. Because the homes were then considered in the process of construc- tion, they were able to avoid the morato- rium. Once war was declared all building material went toward the war effort. New home construction was halted. The end of World War II saw a resur- gence in home building throughout the na- tion. Soldiers returning home and reunit- ing with their families created a housing shortage. The moratorium was lifted, al- though building materials, especially lum- ber, continued to be in short supply. What was available was expensive. In early 1946, local builders began snap- ping up available land in West U. In Feb- ruary of that year, a new record was set when 96 building permits were issued for new homes for a total value of $623,150. R. B. Allen, the city secretary-engineer, estimated that between 450 and 700 new homes would be completed in West U by the end of summer 1946. One building company, Howard Housing Company, was instrumental in developing Quenby Court and Evanston Place. Another West U subdivision, which saw a lot of post-World War II home building, was College Court. To obtain a copy of the West U Histori- cal Society's book, Stepping Back in Time, which chronicles the history of West U, call June Begeman at 713.666.5721. business Area The West U Fire Department is currently raising funds to acquire a d thermal imaging camera. This revolutionary piece of equipment uses heat-sensing technology to locate the seat of fires, and more impor- tantly, enables firefighters to quickly locate anyone who may be trapped. This equipment has been credited with saving dozens of lives throughout the U.S. in the last two years. bw3 Grill and Bar is hosting a fundraiser throughout the month of February, with all proceeds going toward the purchase of the camera. The "kickoff" to the fundraiser, which includes a silent auction, will be held Saturday, January 2911 2000 from 6 PM until 10 PM at bw3, which is located at 2525 Rice Boulevard in Rice Village. West U Fire Department personnel will be volunteering as guest bartend- ers that evening, with all tips going to the fund. There will be many other activities, including a hands-on demonstration of the thermal imaging camera. Please stop by and enjoy some great food and good times while helping your fire department help you. Questions? Call West U Fire Department at 713.662.5835 or bw3 at 713.521.1100. Page 4 Ordinance spotlight... V_ Inconvenience - >q Extraordinary progress Employee in the Spotlight growth in West U over the last a several years ` 1 has resulted in some minor in- conveniences. Although some incon- veniences may be unavoidable, it is the City's intent to keep them to the absolute minimum. In keeping with this policy, the City requires that all construction sites be kept uncluttered, obstruction-free and neighborhood-friendly at all times. Some of the specific requirements are: ® Contractors must provide proper trash containers at all times. O Construction sites are to be cleared of trash and debris daily. ® A temporary protective fence must be installed on all construction sites - on at least three sides of the construction site and around all trees. ® The use of City right-of-way for construction or storage of building ma- terials is prohibited. ® Sidewalks are to be kept clear of obstructions and must be in usable condition, except during sidewalk re- placement. ® Excessive loud noises are prohib- ited before noon on Sundays. All concerns, comments, or com- plaints about a specific construction site are handled by the West U Pub- lic Works Department, Development Services Division. They may be reached during normal work hours at 713.662.5833. Coming in February White Oak Studio was recently hired by the City of West U to perform a 5-7 year master plan for its parks. As part of this plan, a survey will be mailed to every home in early February. Please take time to complete and return the sur- vey. Your input will help West U de- velop short and long-range plans for parks and recreation services. This month's Spotlight shines on West U's 1999 Workteam of the Year. The workteam was responsible for implementing the new hardware and software needed to bring the City into compliance with Y2K. In 1997 it be- came apparent that none of the City's central accounting, water utility billing, property tax billing, payroll, and court ad- ministration software would operate af- ter January 1, 2000. Additionally, the City had allowed its system of connect- ing computers into a local area network to become obsolete. New Y2K compliant software was selected and installation began in 1998. This team was responsible for the suc- cessful transition from the old software solutions to the new. Even though the transition was very successful, there were still bumps. Since installing and learning new software must be under- taken without interrupting important ser- vices, much stress and long hours at work ensued. This team rose to the chal- lenge, sacrificing weekends and evenings to get the job done. The final updates to the computer system were loaded after 5:00 PM on December 30, 1999. The New Year came and went with- out causing any downtime on the City's data processing system because of the dedication and hard work of each team member. Congratulations on a job well done! Members of West U's 1999 Workteam of the Year pulled together to keep the City's computer systems up and running for the new millenium. Pictured from left to right, teammembers in the back row are Chris Jones, Kym Radley, Iola Pickul and Gaby Perez of the Finance Department; and Craig Gebbert of the Fire Department. In the front row are Charlotte Gonsoulin, Chau Tran, Patricia Kwan and Rukku Rao of the Finance Department. WATER" WORK'S t Drinking Water Quality and Fire Hydrant Flushing The Water Utilities Divi- sion will maintain high quality water ser- vice to all of our customers. A part of this service is providing water that is safe to drink and pleasing to use. We maintain the quality of the water from the plants through the underground pipes to your house. Sometimes water remains in the pipes too long and is no longer fresh. This water may have an odor when it flows from your faucet. The water occasionally develops color. Disinfection of the water with chloram- ines causes color to develop. The chloramines will react with dissolved iron that is naturally present in the wa- ter. The reaction causes the iron to oxi- dize and separate from the water. Oxi- dized iron settles out in the water pipes. When the iron level in the pipes gets toc high, the water will pick up the iron and appear yellow when it flows from the (Water Works - continued on p. 6) Police Blotter Page 5 Chiefs by Police CW Kev4ty Begley 6400 Community - December 3. Construction machinery reported stolen. Found Property 2700 Pemberton - December 24. Resident returned home and found his laptop computer in the backyard. Sus- pect was still at location and rode off on a bike. 6700 Rutgers - December 4. A Murray brand, 24" Mens 10 speed Burglary of a Building Mountain bike found. 3600 Rice - December 23. Postage Burglary of Motor Vehicle stamps, a locked safe and rolled coins were stolen from JMH grocery store. 2700 Cason - December 4 A cell phone was stolen from an unlocked vehicle. 6500 Brompton - December 4. Several credit cards and a cell phone were stolen from an unlocked vehicle. 4200 Oberlin - December 7. A cell done was stolen from an unlocked ve- .acle. 6700 Stella Link - December 7. A black leather bag and other items were stolen from a locked vehicle. 3000 Lafayette - December 9. A cell phone was stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in an open garage 2700 Pemberton - December 13. Units were dispatched to a burglary of motor vehicle in progress. Suspect was not located. 4200 Bellaire - December 16. An overnight bag was stolen from a locked vehicle. 3500 Cason - December 23. A digi- tal camera, stereo, and CD holder were stolen from a locked vehicle. 5800 Auden - December 23. A tool chest on the rear of a pickup truck was broken into and tools were stolen. 6700 Rutgers - December 23. An attempted burglary of a vehicle occurred. Pry marks were located on both pas- senger and driver side doors of the ve- hicle. 2600 Bissonnet - December 29. everal items were stolen from a locked vehicle. 6600 Vanderbilt - December 31. A cell phone was stolen from an unlocked vehicle. ti F i - '/fig?! 7 Theft 4200 Bissonnet - December 17. A topiary monkey was sto- len from the front porch. 4100 Byron - December 18. Several valuable items were stolen from an unattended purse during a party. 3900 Swarthmore - December 18. A license plate was stolen from the rear of a vehicle and replaced by a plate from a vehicle that had been reported stolen in Houston. 3500 Corondo Court - December 20. Christmas ornaments were stolen from a front yard. 2700 Cason - December 21. Two decorative urns containing plants were stolen from a front porch. 3300 Georgetown - December 23. A gold watch and wedding ring were stolen from a residence. 4200 Sunset - December 23. A headlight was reportedly removed from a vehicle. 5800 Kirby - December 24. Two electronic Bibles were taken from a business establishment. Suspect has been identified. 4200 Tennyson - December 29. A bike chain lock was cut and bike was stolen. Motor Vehicle Theft 2700 Centenary - December 21. A vehicle was stolen from a driveway. Vehicle has since been recovered and suspects apprehended. The traffic theme continues in this month's column. Most of us drive on a daily basis without considering the tremendous volume of laws that regulate the manner in which we drive. One law of importance in West U involves STOP signs. There are a large number of STOP signs in West U. Only five intersec- tions in the City are controlled by traf- fic lights. Either a two-way or a four- way STOP sign controls virtually ev- ery other intersection. With our nar- row streets and the parked cars, trees, and people walking and jogging, it is critical, for everyones' safety, that driv- ers stop and ensure the way is safe before proceeding. With so many STOP signs, drivers develop a tendency to ignore the ubiq- uitous sign. They either drive right through or simply slow down as they pass. As dense as the residential ar- eas are, it is important to be a good neighbor and drive responsibly, just as you would prefer others to drive in your neighborhood. STOP signs mean just that - STOP. In order to be in com- pliance with the law, drivers approach- ing a STOP sign must stop before en- tering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection. In the absence of a crosswalk, the operator shall stop at a clearly marked stop line. In the absence of a stop line, the op- erator shall stop at the place near- est the intersecting roadway where the operator has a view of approach- ing traffic on the intersecting road- way. Officers will be working these inter- sections in marked and unmarked cars and citations will be issued. For safety's sake, and to avoid the hassle and ex- pense of a citation, give everybody a brake and stop at all STOP signs. Thank you and be safe. Chief evi Begley Page 6 Report suspicious behavior Safety Tips from the /Neighborhood Safety Board - Jed Kenna, Chair by Patrick Dugan, member Special thanks to Lt. J. Tod Schneider One of the ways in which a West U resident can best assist the Police in crime prevention is by reporting suspicious behavior. What is suspicious? Anything you think is out of place or not normal is suspicious. Don't confront anyone, but be prepared to give the Police dispatcher as much information as you can, such as the suspect's de- scription or that of a car, and the direction either are headed. Also include any relevant circumstances, such as the fact that your neighbor is out of town and the stranger in his yard is not someone you recognize. For the information to be of real value act immediately, so that an officer can be sent out to investigate. We are fortunate in West U to have a police force that can and does respond promptly to a citizen report. Don't wait several days, or even hours, to express concern about something you have seen. The Police can't be everywhere and therefore appreciate your assistance. They may also need your information as a basis to take action, such as to detain a suspect or search a vehicle. The police are in a much stronger position if they are responding to a citizen complaint or report. The information that you provide may be instrumental in stopping a crime or catching a criminal. Many criminals are caught in this way. The suspicious individual you spot in your neighbor's yard may be the burglar the Police are looking for. light' Let's Get 1. 041 f- T \ Courtesy of the Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction Board The new year is a perfect time to make changes-why not include yard waste composting into your weekly routine? Many West U resi- dents participate, but fail to realize that including any garbage whatsoever in the paper compost bags will result in their being discarded in the landfill rather than recycled into useful soil and mulch products. Please remind your yard service workers to use the paper bags required by the City (available at Randalls, JMH, and many other convenient locations) and refrain from putting anything other than leaves, grass and small limbs into the bags. Remember, all the effort that goes into putting yard waste into plastic bags will have been for nothing. Living Earth Technology composts paper bags and all at zero cost to the city, resulting in greatly reduced landfill tipping fees! Happy New Year! Este ano nuevo es el tiempo perfecto para ser cambios- mezclado desperdicios en to rutina semanal. Muchos residentes de West U participan, pero fallan a darse cuenta que la basura puesta en una bolsa de papel resultara descartada en el basurero cuando mas bien la basura se debe ser recirculada en la tierra resultando como productos util para un ambiento saludable. Por favor, recuerde a su trabajadoros de servico de limpieza de la yarda que use las bolsas requerirdo por la ciudad (disponible en Randalls, JMH, y otro locales conviniente) y refrenarse en poner algo mas que hojas, zacate, o ramas chicas adentro de la yarda en las bolsas de plastico sera inutilmente. Living Earth Technology mezcla bolsas de papel y no le cuesta ningun centavo a la ciudad reba'ando el costo en el mantenimiento de el basrero! Feliz Ano Nuevo! (Clean air - continued from p. 2) ing parked cars on our narrow streets. Involved citizens of West U have made great strides for our environment by making recycling a reality. Our city has addressed subsidence issues by making a conversion to 80% surface water prior to state deadlines. We have an aggres- sive tree ordinance and spend large sums to protect trees in our construction projects. Despite all these efforts, we appear to be doing little about air quality. We seem to be ignoring the simple rela- tionship of mileage and emissions. We have an opportunity to be volunteers in the fight for clean air by making effi- cient vehicle choices rather than being forced into drastic measures by the state or federal government. It makes sense to address air quality in a personal way. (Water Works - continued front p. 4) faucet. This yellow color may stain fix- tures, dishes, and clothes. To keep fresh, clear water flowing from your faucet, we flush the water from the pipes by opening fire hydrants' To remove old water and clean the iron. sediment from the pipes, it is necessary to flush the hydrants at a high rate for several minutes. Due to the piping in the parts of town where the replace- ment work is not complete, more fre- quent flushing is necessary. You will also notice the Fire Depart- ment flushing fire hydrants to test the flow. This testing helps insure that enough water is available for fire pro- tection. If you notice yellow water flowing from a faucet in your house, or if any odor is present, please contact the Wa- ter Utilities Division. There are no health effects to consider but the yellow wa- ter and odor are disagreeable. We will act quickly to correct any undesirable conditions. You may contact the Water Utilities Division by calling the Public Works of- fice at 713.662.5839 or by email to pwaIters @ ci.west-university- place.tx.us. If you need to reach us after hours, contact. the Police dis- patcher at 713.662.5850. WATEF WORKS articles and water conserva- tion tips will soon be available on the Internet at the Cities web site at www.ci.west-university-place.tx.us. Y Page 7 m ® February 2, Wednesday Join us for a trip to the Na- ture Discovery Center at Russ Pitman Park in Bellaire. 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM. Free. February 11, Friday You're invited to Senior's Valentine's Day Party. En- joy lunch and entertainment by a -+1jartet of ladies associated with the ,)uston Horizon Chorus. Don't be late or you'll miss lunch. NOON-1:30 PM. Price to be announced. ® February 18, Friday LFA Senior Program: The Golden Age of Chinese Archaeology. Two hundred pieces dating from 5000 B.C. to A.D. 960 will be on display. Lecture and tour. 9:30 Ann - NOON. $1.00/$2.00 ® February 2, Tuesday Join us for the IMAX movie at the Museum of Natural Science. At this time, the topic is unknown. We're hoping they will show two in tandem. Call for title, time and cost. ® February 28, Monday ® arch 2, Trkursday Enjoy a trip to the Messina Hof Winery in Bryan, Texas for a tour, tasting, and lunch. Don't forget to take a look at the winery's ro- mantic, ten-room Bed and Breakfast called the Villa. The trip also in- cludes a pottery demonstration and antique and gift shopping in the Old Bryan Marketplace. 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM. Price to be announced. Please call 713.662.5895 for more information or to make reservations to attend events. lijv I>> 1 Concert to kickoff Horne -lace 69~ , Place Celebration Calendar of Events The cities of West University Place and Southside Place are planning a month long series of events for residents of all ages in April, 2000 called the Home Place Celebration. The Celebration's goal is to strengthen the community by providing activities that encourage neighbors to meet and inter- act. To kick off the event, an outdoor concert, featuring music by the Com- mittee and the Brian Black Band, is planned for April 1 11. Tickets for the concert are $5.00 each, with family packs of 5 tickets for $20.00. Children under five are free. The concert will take place at the West University El- ementary School and coincides with the opening day of West U Little League. ?ood and drinks will be available. Tick- ets go on sale March 1 S[ and may be purchased at the West U and Southside Place City Halls. Tickets will also be available for purchase at West Univer- Saturday, April 1 liffle league - Opening Day Ceremonies Concert - 6:30 -10:30 PM, featuring music by - the Commiffee and the Brian Black Band Saturday, April 8 Tennis Tournament Sunday, April 9 Tennis Toutnameuf Saturday, April 15 Pancake Breakfast, Concert and Bike Rodeo Friday, April 21 Easfer Egg NO -r 9:00 AM Saturday, April 29 Heavy Trash Day sity Elementary. Proceeds from this year's Home Place Celebration will help purchase new playground equipment for West U Elementary. The school has the largest green space and is the most fre- quented play space in our community, which is enjoyed by children throughout the year. (Whitt Johnson Park - cont. from p. 1) space forced this action. The good news is that we can replace the tree with a 100 gallon one from the City's tree trust fund. We are not losing a tree, but rather replacing it." The park is scheduled for completion in March 2000. City of West University Place j j 3800 University Boulevard `c West University Place, Texas 77005 BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 6270 Houston, TX Neighborhood a ety ecyc ing an Solid Senior Services Boar Newcomer's Club Board @ 7:45 PM in Waste Reduction Meeting @ 2:30 PM. Coffee, 8:30AM - he City Hall Confer- Board @6:30 PM in Zoning and Planning 1O:OOAM, Edloe nce Room. the Public Works Lunch Room. Commission @ 6:45 PM Street Deli. City Hall Conference 6 7 8 9 Room 10 11 12 Special Session @ Traffic Task Force @ Zoning Board of Ad- 6:30 PM City Hall Con- 6:30PM Public Works justment @ 7:30 PM in ference Room Lunchroom the City Hall Confer- Council Meeting ence Room. 7:30 PM City Hal 1 Council Chambers 4 1 16 17 18 19 Town Meeting @ 7:00 PM Community Build- ing~ 20 J ` ,21 22 23 24 25 ° pecia ession Traffic Task Force @ Friends of WestU -Park a Building an ewcomers u 6:30 PM City Hall 6:30PM Public Works @ 6:30 PM City Hal Standards Commis- Coffee, 10:30AM Conference Room Lunchroom Conference Room sion @ 6:00 PM in the NOON, Community Council Meeting @ Parks Board @ 7:3 City Hall Conference Room Center. 5 7:30 PM City Hall Council Chambers PM Council Chambers . ='?A 27 2 29 2 4 Neighborhood Safety Senior Services Board Board @ 7:45 PM i Meeting @ 2:30 PM. the City Hall Confer j j ence Room. Zoning and Planning Commission @ 6:45 PM City Hall Conference ~ -5 - - -6 - - - - 8 Room 9 -10 11