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A monthly publication from the City of Nassau Bay
FEBRUARY 2022
Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
26TH ANNUAL PENINSULA CLEAN-UP - FEBRUARY 12 A note from Roscoe Lee, Interim Chairman – Nassau Bay Parks Committee and Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful Committee:
Please volunteer with us on Saturday, February 12, 2022 for Nassau Bay’s 26th Annual Peninsula Cleanup! The Clean-up will be conducted from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM or however much time that you can spend. Due to narrow street and limited parking, please park at the parking lot at David Braun Park and walk to the Peninsula Gate.
This event will combine efforts of Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful and the Clear Creek Environmental Foundation (CCEF). You may also volunteer with CCEF and work the cleanup from a boat by going to the Egret Bay Blvd (FM 270) boat ramp, where boats will be launched.
Former Mayor Mark Denman, who started the event 26 years ago, will be marking areas of high trash density with long PVC poles with orange-painted tops. This will help focus our efforts since it is impossible to clean the entire Peninsula.
We truly appreciate your interest in this volunteer effort which will make the wildlife area much more pleasant to visit. It will also provide you an outlet to burn off the energy that you’ve saved up during the pandemic.
For more information contact Mark Denman (mdenman72@ outlook.com) or Roscoe Lee (roscoe.lee@nassaubay.com). Thank you in advance!
To maintain COVID-19 awareness, consistent with recommendations from Keep Texas Beautiful, we request masking, social distancing, and working in family groups or close neighbor groups. We offer an online sign up to minimize the queuing at the sign-in table (www.nassaubay. com/PeninsulaSignUp). Please do a quick contactless checkin at the gate on the day of the event. We will have trash bags, gloves, some trash pick-up sticks, masks, hand sanitizer, and water at the check-in table. For volunteers who worked this event in the past, if you have pick-up sticks from those events, please bring them. Please wear long pants and shoes which won’t pull off easily, since you may encounter mud.
We also welcome volunteers with golf carts or ATVs which will be used to transport volunteers to and from the Peninsula. Please wear masks while riding on the vehicles. We will try to arrange for golf carts to transport you to/from the Peninsula gate and parking lot.
Kayakers and canoeists are also welcome since some of the trash is difficult to reach from the shore. The City has a kayak/canoe launch site at the end of the parking lot in David Braun Park, where you can park and easily unload your kayak or canoe. You can also drop your accumulated trash at the parking lot when you return.
Please see event map above for more information! Participants may assist with clean-up from boats, kayaks and canoes. Golf carts/ATVs welcome!
2021 EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR The City of Nassau Bay has outstanding employees. Each year, the employees have the opportunity to vote for co-workers who they feel make a positive impact in the lives of the citizens we serve and their co-workers. While we have many people who do this on a daily basis, the votes helped us narrow it down for our Employee of the Year, Supervisor of the Year, and Officer of the Year. Employee of the Year: Tiffany Hatton (Photo 1)
Nassau Bay Police Department Office Manager Tiffany Hatton has worked for the City since 2004. She is well-respected by co-workers both within the department and throughout the organization. "As Office Manager, Tiffany is not only an extremely valuable piece of PD operations, but she is also dedicated to the success of the department," Nassau Bay Police Chief Tim Cromie said. "Her knowledge on records operations is irreplaceable. But most of all, she is a great person and cares about her co-workers." Supervisor of the Year: Kirk Clawson (Photo 2)
Kirk Clawson was promoted to the position of Parks Crew Leader with the Public Works Department in August 2021. He has been a valued member of the Public Works Department for two years. In his position, he oversees three major parks and facilities as well as dozens of City medians. "Kirk has stepped up to several challenges in the last couple of years including a major freeze that damaged a lot of plants and flowers," Public Works Director Paul Lopez said. "He is doing a great job training his new employees and getting the City looking great." Officer of the Year: Jacob Arnesen (Photo 3)
Officer Jacob Arnesen began his career with the Nassau Bay Police Department in 2020. During that time, he has earned the respect of his co-workers and leadership. "Jacob is a superb young officer with a policeman’s heart. He is focused and fearless, while at the same time, compassionate and caring, which is an awesome pairing for a great career in police work," Cromie said. "Jacob has worked hard in his education, and we look forward to great things from him." Celebrating 40 Years of Service: Officer Henry "Hank" Hughes (Photo 4)
We would also like to recognize Officer Henry "Hank" Hughes for 40 years of service to the City of Nassau Bay, 37 of which were served as a police officer. "Henry 'Hank' Hughes is a fixture in Nassau Bay," Cromie said. "Hank has a love for this community that only comes from having lived and grown up in Nassau Bay."
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION! NASSAU BAY ANIMAL SHELTER INTRODUCES TUFF The City of Nassau Bay Animal Shelter is excited to introduce Tuff, an extremely sweet Labrador mix who is under two years old. He is neutered, current on all of his vaccinations, and house trained. He's also very good with other animals at the shelter! Help us find a loving forever home for Tuff! Please contact Animal Control Officer Troy Bradfield at 832-574-0877 and schedule a time to meet him.
The Shelter is open Monday-Thursday from 7:30AM to 4PM and Friday from 7:30AM-11AM. The Shelter is also open from 8:30AM-10:30AM on weekends and holidays by appointment. Find us on Facebook: @NassauBayAnimalShelter
NASSAU BAY BAPTIST CHURCH WELCOMES NEW PASTOR Nassau Bay Baptist Church is excited to welcome Dr. Regan Miller as the congregation’s new pastor! Pastor Miller – with his wife, Robin – celebrated his first Sunday with the church on January 9. That Sunday, he began a series of messages entitled “Six Characteristics of a Gospel-driven Church." Nassau Bay Baptist Church is located at 18131 Nassau Bay Drive, and guests are always welcome! For more information, visit www. nbbchurch.org or call 281-333-3844.
MINDFUL MEDITATION MONDAYS ARE HERE!
Join Mindful Meditation on Monday, February 7 at 9AM for a 30-minute guided group meditation next to the pavilion in David Braun Park. The Mindful Mondays Nassau Bay Facebook page will be updated in the event of inclement weather. Questions? Contact Kat Sanford: Kat@KatSanford.com or Ashley Graves: AFGravesNB@gmail.com
NAUTICATS SEEKING 2022 SPONSORS Summer is coming! Please sponsor the Nauticats this year for their 2022 Swim Season!
"If you're interested in sponsoring at the bronze, gold, silver or platinum sponsorship levels, I would be happy to give you the details of pricing and what that level includes," said Sarah Horton, Nauticats Sponsorship Chair. "Please email me at s.hollowell@hotmail.com with 'Nauticat Sponsor' in the subject line or text/call me at 713-775-6839."
BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for December 2021
POLICE
Total Service Calls............................ 363 Total Reports Taken........................... 60 Total Patrol Miles.......................... 5,681 Crimes Against Persons...................... 3 Property Crimes...................................21 Arrests................................................... 29 Avg Response Times (minutes)..... 2.98
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls............................................. 29 Fires......................................................... 4 Rescues.................................................... 1 Motor Vehicle Accident...................... 2 Hazardous Conditions......................... 1 Fire Alarm .............................................. 7 EMS Assist............................................. 9 Cancelled in Route/Other.................. 5
EMS
Total Calls............................................. 77 Total Patients in Nassau Bay........... 45
MAY 2022 ELECTION - IMPORTANT DATES The City of Nassau Bay will conduct a General Election on May 7, 2022. Mayor and Council Positions 2, 4 and 6 will be on the ballot. These positions are currently held by Bob Warters, Phil Johnson, Bryce Klug, and Matt Prior, respectively. File to Run for Office by February 18th: For more information on obtaining an Candidate Packet, visit www.nassaubay.com/Election. The last day to file an application for candidacy is Friday, February 18th at 5:00pm. There is no filing fee. Drawing for the Order of Names on Ballot: The Drawing for the Order of Names on the Ballot will be held on Monday, February 28th at 10:00am in the City Hall Council Chamber. Attendance by candidates is not mandatory.
Register to Vote by April 7th: The last day to register to vote for the May Election is April 7th. Voter registration cards are available at the Harris County Clerk's Office. Application for Voting by Mail Deadline is April 26th: The last day to apply for a ballot by mail is April 26th (received, not postmarked). Eligible voters are able to submit an application for a single election ballot as early as January 1st.
Early Voting Begins April 25th: Early Voting will be conducted by Harris County and will be held from April 25th to May 3rd. During the period of early voting, Nassau Bay residents can vote at any Harris County polling place. Dates, times, and locations will be updated on the City’s website or can be found at harrisvotes.com. Election Day is May 7th: Voting will be conducted in the City Hall Council Chamber from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Unofficial tabulation of results will be publicized as soon as possible after 7:00pm. On May 7th, residents can also cast their ballot in the CCISD Board of Trustees Election in the Council Chamber.
Message from City Secretary Sandra Ham: As the Chief Elections Officer of the City of Nassau Bay, I strongly encourage all citizens to exercise their right to vote. If you are not registered, get registered. It is a painless process and allows your voice to be heard. Contact the City Secretary’s Office at (281) 336-6281 or visit the City’s website for more information.
CANBE CORNER Thanks again to all those who participated in the very successful Reindeer Fun Run on Saturday, December 11. For more information on winners and race times, please visit www.runhoustontiming.net and click on "Race Results." Looking for that perfect Valentine's gift? Consider a Legacy Brick or a Legacy Bench for your sweetheart. For more information on how to order, contact Ashley Graves at afgravesnb@gmail.com. CANBE is pleased to be bringing back our Beautification Award, which will be awarded in March. Stay tuned to our Facebook for details!
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM
St. Paul Catholic Church’s Early Childhood Program is currently accepting registrations for the second half of the 2021-2022 school year. If you have a little one between the ages of 12 months (must be walking), and Pre K4, St. Paul would love to have them join the program for social and emotional growth.
St. Paul offers many exciting learning opportunities, including an introduction to STEM within the curriculum. Additional programs include Wiggle World, Library, and Chapel, and openings are available in optional after-class weekly enrichment sessions such as the “Books Alive” literacy class and “The Beat Goes On” music class. Pre K3 and Pre K4 teachers will also introduce your child to Spanish, learning shapes, numbers, days of the week/ month, etc. in dual language classes.
Parents are encouraged to join in scheduled monthly activities in their child’s classroom. Class schedule options are on the church website at www.stpaulcatholic.org under the MDO/PreK tab. For more information, call 281333-0176.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB Garden Club update from Becky Kadel, President of the Nassau Bay Garden Club: The Garden Club had a successful beginning to the new year with a presentation by bird expert Jim Stevenson and a tasting luncheon. This year holds much promise for the Club. The meeting to be held on February 8 in the City Hall Council Chambers will be an interesting talk about container gardening by Darla Racz. This will include basic information about making an eye-catching arrangement in a pot. The Club’s Winter Social will take place at the Lakewood Yacht Club during their Sunday Brunch on February 20 at 11AM. Attendees may pay by credit card ($28) on the day of the event.
CONTACT YOUR CITY OFFICIALS
Mayor Bob Warters 713.962.6366 | bob.warters@nassaubay.com Mayor Pro Tem Don Matter, Position 1 832.260.4626 | don.matter@nassaubay.com Councilmember Phil Johnson, Position 2 281.734.1074 | phil.johnson@nassaubay.com Councilmember Ashley Graves, Position 3 281.330.5413 | ashley.graves@nassaubay.com Councilmember Bryce Klug, Position 4 832.474.5462 | bryce.klug@nassaubay.com Councilmember Sandra Mossman, Position 5 281.333.2194 | sandra.mossman@nassaubay.com Councilmember Matt Prior, Position 6 214.325.0520 | matt.prior@nassaubay.com
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP JANUARY 10, 2022 - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
• Presented a check in an amount of $5,000 from the City's HOT Funds to the Bay Area Houston Ballet and Theatre (top left photo).
• Presented a check to the Clear Creek Environmental Foundation (top right photo). • Approved Resolution R2022-2240 authorizing the City to enter into a joint agreement with CCISD to share the City’s polling place on May 7, 2022. • Approved Resolution R2022-2241 updating and designating representatives to sign on behalf of the City in transactions with Allegiance Bank.
• Appointed Donia Blossom with the Courtyard Houston NASA/Clear Lake to the Bay Area Houston Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (BAHCVB) Board of Directors.
• Received an update on the status of the modification of a previously executed Separation Agreement between former City Manager Jason Reynolds and the City of Nassau Bay in order to remove the gag rule. • Selected David Braun Park Option #5 (east of the park pavilion) as the site location for the KidCourse 1800 playground equipment. • Approved the first and only reading of Ordinance O2022819 amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget.
• Approved the first of two readings of Ordinance O2022820 calling the May 7, 2022 City Officers’ Election for the purpose of electing a Mayor and three Councilmembers, Positions 2, 4, and 6.
• Authorized the Mayor to execute an amendment modifying the previously executed Separation Agreement between Jason Reynolds and the City of Nassau Bay to allow public discourse and access to the agreement, as discussed in Executive Session. The January 10 meeting began with a Flag Presentation by Park Place Commandery #106 Knights Templar of Texas. Pictured are (from left to right): Hal Smith, J. Don Little, Henry "Hank" Hughes, and Mayor Bob Warters. Join us for next month's Council Meeting on Monday, February 14, 2022. Visit www.nassaubay.com/CityCouncil for more details on the meeting.
