AUGUST 2025 Dear Chris, From cheering on our Houston Astros to visiting our beautiful Precinct 4 parks and community centers, this summer has been most memorable because of the quality time spent with my family. Now, as we look ahead to a new school year, I’m excited to help my three daughters — and all [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 14 - 8.1.2025 Dear Houston, Let’s talk about redistricting. This week, proposed maps out of Austin show our district being split across four congressional seats. Alief ISD alone would be divided between TX-07, TX-08, and TX-18, and Briarmeadow would shift from TX-07 to TX-38. That’s not just a map change—it’s a direct blow [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 13 - 7.18.2025 Dear District F,Thank you for stopping to participate in the civility ordinance survey. The results were very close, with a slim majority expressing support. However, the broader consensus is clear—we need to do something. Our unhoused neighbors deserve safe, adequate shelter with access to direct resources, not just law enforcement [...]

Free 45-minute session for kids and adults to learn about water safety

Step into motion this summer at our Youth Sports Camp 2025 — a FREE weekend of fun and fitness for middle and high school students! Join us on Saturday, July 12, 2025, and Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Alief Community Center. Enjoy tennis, kickball, soccer, and flag football [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 12 - 7.4.2025 Dear District F, As we head into the July 4th holiday, here are a few important updates and reminders: 3rd Annual Swim Safety Clinic We’re back! Join us Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10 AM at the Alief Aquatic Center (11903 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072) for our 3rd Annual Swim [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 11 - 6.20.2025 Dear District F, INFRASTRUCTURE: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP) Last week, the proposed FY 2026–2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) was tagged for Council Members to review projects and offer amendments. During the committee briefing, the Finance Department confirmed what many of us feared: most projects are being delayed by one to [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 10 - 6.6.2025 Dear District F, I have not shared a newsletter in the last few weeks so this one is a full recap includes the most recent council actions and updates. FY26 Budget Vote After 8.5 hours of deliberation, amendments, and community protests, I voted NO on the FY26 proposed budget. While [...]

Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas Hosts Inaugural Immigration Roundtable to Launch U.S. Africa Diaspora Summit Houston City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas, a fierce and visible advocate for the global African community, will host the inaugural Immigration Roundtable on May 21, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Alief Neighborhood Center (11903 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX [...]

Vol. 7, Issue 9 - 5.9.2025 Dear Friends, I greet you in friendship and service with several important updates related to infrastructure, drainage, neighborhood concerns, and more. Please read through carefully—if something is not included, it means there is no meaningful update to provide. City Budget Update: The FY26 city budget has been released with no [...]