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ANNUAL CITY BUDGET
At the Council Meeting held on September 17, 2018, the City Council approved the FY19 Annual Budget. This year’s General Fund (maintenance and operations) budget is $5,804,150 and the total budget for all funds is $13,069,750.
At the Council Meeting held on October 8, 2018, the City Council approved the tax rate that funds a portion of the maintenance, operations, and debt service in the FY19 Budget. The adopted tax rate was maintained at the same tax rate as the previous four years: $0.742120/$100 valuation. This tax rate is lower than both the effective and rollback tax rates. On a home valued at $100,000, the average homeowner will pay around $697.96 in property taxes to the City of Nassau Bay. The FY19 Annual Budget funds a total of $3.05 million in capital projects. These projects include several improvements and rehabilitation projects to the water and wastewater system, stormwater drainage, street repair and improvements, park improvements, building improvements, and much more. For more information on the budget, tax rates, and upcoming capital projects, please visit our website at www.nassaubay.com/budget. Property Tax Revenue for Services - Fiscal Year 2019
Saturday, December 8th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm Howard Ward Park (18300 Upper Bay Rd) Please join us for the Annual Holiday in the Park event hosted by the Nassau Bay Special Events Committee and the City of Nassau Bay. Meet Santa, play in the snow, ride a tube down the snow slide, sing carols, have a delicious cup of cocoa provided by CANBE and much more! In addition, our very own Nassau Bay Nauticats will be at the event selling beautiful poinsettias as a fundraiser for the scholarship fund. For more information on all the family fun, please visit www.nassaubay.com/specialevents.
1ST ANNUAL FALL SWEEP Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful (KNBB) will host its first annual Fall Sweep for the City of Nassau Bay's parks on November 3rd, from 8:30am to 11:30am. Volunteers are asked to meet at the pavilion in David Braun Park at 8:30am to sign up and receive instructions, maps, and equipment. Volunteers will be asked to select from several planned activities in Swan Lagoon Park, David Braun Park and Howard Ward Park. For more information about volunteering, please contact KNBB Chairman Roscoe Lee at roscoe.lee@nassaubay.com.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB
COMMUNITY CALENDAR November 2018 Coffee with the City Manager.......................... Nov 2, 9am KNBB Fall Sweep.............................................. Nov 3, 8:30am Planning Commission (if needed)....................... Nov 6, 6pm Coffee with the City Manager.......................... Nov 9, 9am Veterans Day .................................................................. Nov 11 City Hall Offices Closed ............................................. Nov 12 Garden Club Social / Program................ Nov 13, 9:30am City Council Meeting (Tuesday)......................... Nov 13, 7pm Arbor Day........................................................ Nov 15, 9:30am Coffee with the City Manager....................... Nov 16, 9am Thanksgiving ................................................................. Nov 22 City Hall Offices Closed ................................. Nov 22 & 23 Coffee with the City Manager....................... Nov 30, 9am
December 2018
Planning Commission (if needed) ....................... Dec 4, 6pm Coffee with the City Manager.......................... Dec 7, 9am Holiday in the Park............................................... Dec 8, 2pm City Council Meeting..........................................Dec 10, 7pm Coffee with the City Manager......................... Dec 14 9am Parks & Rec Meeting (if needed)....................... Dec 19, 7pm Coffee with the City Manager........................ Dec 21, 9am City Hall Office Closed...................................... Dec 24 & 25 Christmas........................................................................... Dec 25 Coffee with the City Manager........................ Dec 28, 9am For more information about these events and a complete list of community events, please visit: www.nassaubay.com/calendar.
NBHA REMINDER
The Nassau Bay Homes Association (NBHA) board would like to commend members on the improvements made to the neighborhood by the correction of deficient yard lights. The NBHA definition of a yard light states the light must be on a pole in the yard. The light should be equivalent to the lumens of a 60 watt light bulb with a white (3500K) color. NBHA would like to recommend that all members read and understand the deed restrictions as put forth in the document that pertains to your area of the Association. This document can be found on the NBHA website. The NBHA board is not considering another follow up survey for several months, but will be contacting deficient homeowners.
Fall Is In The Air + Opportunities Nothing like a fall wind to bring you outside. After humid, sweltering days of hibernating in the AC, it is wonderful just to be outside. Your flower beds, flower pots and even some bushes are looking a bit frightful – overgrown, all roots, or wilting. Where to begin? Start over, leave alone, or what? Your Garden Club is offering a hands-on opportunity for you to ask questions, as well as learn the how and why of fall gardening. On Saturday, November 10th, from 9:00am to 11:00am, Garden Club members will be on hand at Tranquility Arbor, located on the corner of Upper Bay Road and Martinique. This is not a formal workshop so stop by to ask questions, observe, or bring your trowel and clippers to learn hands-on techniques. After a bit of tweaking in the garden, fall is a wonderful time to just sit and relax! Garden Club Social & Program – November 13 at 9:30am Join the Garden Club on November 13, 2018 at 9:30am for a Social and 10:00am for the Garden Club Program. November's program will include creative designs for your home, now through the holidays. Members will learn ideas using items on hand, using greenery from your own gardens, and how to “pop” it with flair! Garden Club meeting to follow the program. All residents are invited to come have a cup of coffee, taste some homemade goodies with your neighbors, and enjoy learning new seasonal ideas. Happy Gardening! Arbor Day Ceremony – November 15 @ 9:30am The Nassau Bay Garden Club invites you to attend its Arbor Day Ceremony on November 15th at 10:00am in Howard Ward Park. Club members will meet at the gazebo to acknowledge the planting of two bottle brush plants in the park. Children from St. Thomas School will be a part of the celebration, helping to make it a very happy event.
NASSAU BAY ALERTS
Nassau Bay's Emergency Alert system allows City Officials to quickly send alerts via phone, email, or text message directly to residents and businesses. Last year, Hurricane Harvey reminded us more than ever the importance of staying informed prior to, during, and after a disaster. These alerts help keep you informed and safe in the event of emergency situations, including: severe weather, road construction, water issues, etc. Sign up to receive Nassau Bay Alerts at www.nassaubay.com/alerts. In addition to our alert system, we issue regular updates on Facebook and NextDoor. Join the conversations on Facebook @nassaubay and Nextdoor at nassaubay.nextdoor.com.
SAVE THE DATE!
Mark your calendars for November 14th! St. Thomas Episcopal Church, along with Houston Symphony League Bay Area, invite you to a onenight violin, piano and vocal muscial experience! This event includes performances by Houston Symphony Orchestra Co-Concertmaster Eric Halen and daughter Brittany, together with Houston Symphony Orchestra Principal Keyboardist Scott Holshouser and son Sean. Performance hosted at 18300 Upper Bay Rd. Welcome and reception begins at 6:30pm with performance starting at 7:00pm. Open to the public. Light refreshments served.
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BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for September 2018
POLICE
Total Service Calls............................... 273 Total Reports Taken............................. 36 Total Patrol Miles............................ 4,639 Crimes Against Persons........................ 7 Property Crimes.................................... 17 Arrests......................................................... 9 Avg Response Times (minutes)....... 4.03
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls................................................ 21 Fires.............................................................. 1 Rescue......................................................... 1 Motor Vehicle Accident........................ 2 Hazardous Conditions/Hazmat......... 3 Fire Alarm................................................... 6 EMS Assist.................................................. 3 Cancelled in Route/Other.................... 5
EMS
Total Calls................................................ 78 Total Patients in Nassau Bay............ 30
COMMUNITY IN SCHOOLS
YOU can help! Nassau Bay is now a proud sponsor of Space Center Intermediate in efforts with Communities in Schools. Through this program, citizens can help meet the needs of at-risk students by donating needed time or volunteering. Currently Space Center Intermediate is in need of 5-6 digital, electric alarm clocks for children responsible for getting themselves to school, as well as healthy snacks. Additionally, they need anyone interested in volunteering for the upcoming Career Day or volunteering on campus as a mentor. A little bit of giving can make a HUGE difference in the life of an at-risk student. To coordinate pick up for donations or for more information about volunteering, please contact Ashley Graves at 281-330-5413 or by email at Ashley.Graves@nassaubay.com. Thank you for making a difference!
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL NATIONAL NIGHT OUT A BIG thanks to all of the residents who hosted a National Night Out block party on October 2nd! And, thanks to all those that attended! Nassau Bay Police Officers, EMS, the Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department, Councilmembers, and City Staff enjoyed visiting with everyone. A Big Thank You to Our 2018 National Night Out Block Captains! • Janet and John Thayer • Sheila Self & Don Lewis • Debbie Byerly & Jerry Roth • Alicia and Bill Quinn • Judy and Pete Reeder • Mark Ward • Rosie and Bill Dawson • Carrie Owens & Gloria Summey • Mike Stone • Anita Gale • John and Madeline Nugent • Bridget Wilson & Susan Lindsey • Anita and Dan Young • Anne Vaughan & Steve Smith • Sherry and Don Matter & Valerie Moses • Ed and Judy Preston & Dave and Jo D’Andrea • Angela Braun & Doyle Richter • Rebecca Kadel • Will Schreiner
REMEMBERING ISELA CASTILLO
On September 19, 2018 the Nassau Bay City staff lost a great friend and colleague, Isela Castillo, the City’s Human Resources Administrator. Isela was with the City for over 5 years and handled all the HR activities as well as assisted with many City events. She planned elaborate Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas parties filled with decorations and party festivities for the employees. At the encouragement of several employees, she established the Nassau Bay cycling team and rode bikes with her coworkers in several large fundraisers. She was known among staff for her contagious laugh and sense of humor. Isela had the ability to connect with each person she encountered in a way that made them feel truly appreciated. She was incredibly generous with her time and resources in all her relationships and served as an inspiration for her coworkers and friends. Isela and her dazzling personality will be missed by all who knew and loved her. We offer our condolences to her family and all those who lost a true friend with her passing. We encourage all those who would like to honor her to ‘pay it forward’ with acts of kindness and generosity. Isela had planned to ride in the 2018 Galveston Bay Foundation Bike Around the Bay. Donations can still be made to the Galveston Bay Foundation in her memory by visiting www.nassaubay.com/biketeam.
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NASSAU BAY ANIMAL SHELTER J ACK
Jack is a twoyear-old male lab. Jack is a big guy, coming in at almost 75lbs, so his new furparents will need to have lots of space for him. Help find loving forever homes for Jack and all of the dogs and cats at the shelter. Please call the Nassau Bay Animal Shelter at 281.333.2944 and schedule a time to meet one of our dogs or cats ready for adoption. www.nassaubay.com/animalshelter Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30am-5:30pm Fri 7:30am-11:30am
Find us on Facebook @NassauBayAnimalPound
CANBE CORNER
CANBE would like to thank all our Nassau Bay citizens that stopped by our CANBE booth at the Street Eatz event! We do hope each of you will consider contributing to the continued enhancement of Nassau Bay. Opportunities for support are listed on the CANBE website at www.NassauBayCANBE.org. Looking for a special and unique way to honor a loved one this holiday season? Legacy Benches and Legacy Bricks are a wonderful way to show how much you care for that special someone in your life! For every Legacy Bench sponsorship, CANBE is able to restore 5 benches in our fabulous community, the gift that keeps on giving. Visit our website to find out more about Nassau Bay and how you can contribute today!
CITY OFFICIALS Mayor Mark A. Denman
281.333.9633 | mayor@nassaubay.com Mayor Pro Tem Don Matter 832.260.4626 | don.matter@nassaubay.com Councilmember Ashley Graves, Position 2 281.330.5413 | ashley.graves@nassaubay.com Councilmember John Mahon, Position 3 713.702.1185 | john.mahon@nassaubay.com Councilmember Bryce Klug, Position 4 832.474.5461 | bryce.klug@nassaubay.com Councilmember Jonathan Amdur, Position 5 281.333.3424 | jonathan.amdur@nassaubay.com Councilmember Matt Prior, Position 6 214.325.0520 | matt.prior@nassaubay.com
HONORING DON & BETTE JOHNSON
At the October 8th City Council Meeting, Mayor Mark Denman proclaimed the day as "Don & Bette Johnson Day" in the City of Nassau Bay, honoring Don and Bette Johnson for their tireless public service over the years. Don and Bette have lived in Nassau Bay for over 40 years, and will be moving to College Station, Texas to be closer to family. Don served as Mayor from 1994-1996 and Bette served as Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tem from 2002-2010. Additionally, Don served with the Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department as Fire Chief for many years, and later greatly contributed to the Nassau Bay Infrastructure Committee. Bette also contributed to Nassau Bay's public safety, previously serving in a leadership role with the Nassau Bay EMS Department. The City of Nassau Bay is so grateful for Don and Bette, exemplary citizens who have given so freely of their valuable time, energy and abilities. Their great impact on the City cannot be measured – both will be surely missed as they embark on their new journey in College Station!
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP
OCTOBER 8, 2018 - REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Presented a Certificate of Introduced new Nassau Bay Recognized NBPD Officer Appreciation to Scout Troop Police Department Police Kaila Sullivan for her recent promotion to Sergeant 952 for leading the pledges Chief Tim Cromie
Approved by roll call vote the adoption of an ordinance providing for the levy, assessment, and collection of an ad valorem tax for Tax Year 2018 (Fiscal Year 2019). Approved denial of extension Recognized the Finance Presented a Check of time and approved Department for their to the UHCL Bayou continuation of an Order CAFR Award Theater providing for enforcement measures under section 9-35 of the Code of Ordinances at 18223 Cape Bahamas Lane, Nassau Bay, Texas 77058. Approved an extension of time on a previously a Check to approved Order authorizing Presented a Check Presented Bay Area Houston Gulf Coast Video and a prospective purchaser the to Film Festival Ballet & Theatre opportunity to present to City Council any evidence of work/progress and sale/purchase issues at 18502 Capetown, Nassau Bay, Texas 77058 before proceeding with its enforcement measures under section 9-35 of the Code of Ordinances. Approved authorization of an agreement with Harris County for use of County’s equipment, supplies, and staff related to the City’s November 6, 2018 Special Election. Approved a resolution abandoning a five-foot utility easement at 18202 Nassau Bay Drive in Nassau Bay, Texas. Approved a resolution amending resolution No. R1997-1348, renaming St. John Drive to Houston Methodist Drive. Join us for next month's Council Meeting: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 @ 7:00pm - Nassau Bay City Hall
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