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A monthly publication from the City of Nassau Bay
February 2024
Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
ANNUAL PENINSULA CLEANUP
Clear Creek Environmental Foundation’s Annual Clear Creek and Nassau Bay Peninsula Cleanup will be held on Saturday, February 3rd. This cleanup is vital to keeping our waters and the peninsula a clean and safe place for people and wildlife. Each year, volunteers pick up tons of waste, including everything from plastic bottles and paper to washing machines and abandoned boats. Please volunteer with us on February 3rd for our annual cleanup! There is no need to sign up in advance; show up at the Nassau Bay peninsula entrance gate to clean the peninsula or at the League City boat ramp to clean up Clear Creek. Nassau Bay Peninsula – Meet at 8:30 am at the peninsula gate. Trash bags and bottled water will be provided, but please bring your own gloves and wear appropriate clothing and shoes for possible wet and muddy conditions. If later works better, you can join volunteers as your schedule allows, grab a trash bag at the entrance, and strike out independently. Clear Creek – Gather at the boat ramp at Highway 270 (Egret Bay Blvd) on the League City side at 8:00 am. If you go to the Egret Bay ramp starting point, it is essential to tell officials on-site that you want to go to the Nassau Bay peninsula as not all boats will work that area. Cleanup usually lasts until 11:30 am on the Peninsula and around noon from the boat ramp or until you get tired. If you can only work for an hour, we would be very grateful. It is a great way to see our beautiful peninsula ofromcclosebup. We also welcome a few volunteers with ATVs, golf carts, and trucks to help transfer volunteers (no trash) back and forth. For those volunteers, this is the only time citizens are allowed to drive on the peninsula. For more information, contact Michelle Weller at nbparksandrec@nassaubay.com.
MOON TREE LAUNCH SAVE THE DATE
The City of Nassau Bay is excited to announce a second Moon Tree event on Saturday, March 9, 2024. More information on the tree planting ceremony and dedications will be shared on the city’s website at www.nassaubay.com/MoonTree. Moon Tree Origin: Astronaut Stuart “Stu” Roosa carried 450 tree seeds during his Apollo 14 mission. After their return to earth, the seeds were planted, and they grew into normal trees named Moon Trees. Today, less than 70 Moon Trees remain. The Moon Tree Foundation perpetuates the legacy of the original Moon Trees.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB A Legacy Brick is a great way to honor a family member, a friend, or a beloved pet. Bricks are installed at the Legacy Brick installation in David Braun Park on the sidewalk leading to the playground. A Legacy Bench is a lasting memorial to a family member, a friend, a community leader, an inspirational teacher, a great achievement, a beloved pet, an anniversary, or another important event. Express your appreciation with a Legacy Bench and help beautify Nassau Bay. Contact Ashley Graves (afgravesnb@gmail.com) if you have questions about Bricks, and Gayle Nelson (ghnelson2016@gmail.com ) with questions about Benches. Bricks and Benches can be ordered at NassauBayCANBE.org.
The Nassau Bay Garden Club February 13 meeting host Karolyn Gephart, Galveston County Master Gardener, will lead a discussion on container gardening in the Gulf Coast. Gephart is also an active member of the Heritage Gardeners of Friendswood. Topics covered will include environment planting, locations, plant categories, maintenance, benefits, and more. Gardening in containers may be a necessity for those who live in apartments or condos. In the outdoor landscape, a thoughtfully crafted container can serve as a focal point or as a wonderful accent in the home interior. Vegetable and herb gardening in containers can also be satisfying and very productive. Regardless of the goal, container gardening challenges the gardener in different ways than growing in the landscape. The February 13 meeting begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the meeting and program at 10 a.m. at the City Hall. The club’s largest event for the spring is Beautification Day, March 30. Volunteers are needed for that day. Anyone wanting to volunteer for Beautification Day may do so by calling event chair Diana Clark at 281-507-3387.
Staff Celebrations
Benjamin Bedford 1 Year of Service
VOLUNTARY NBVFD & EMS DONATION The City of Nassau Bay provides residents with the opportunity to make a voluntary donation to the Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department (NBVFD) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) with the payment of each water bill. Donations are used by the departments for tools, resources, and capital items to better provide emergency services to our residents. Beginning with the February 1, 2024 utility bill, the coupon portion of the bill will include a new line to show the payment amount for a $5.00 contribution.
The Nassau Bay Garden Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1800 Space Park Drive. Guests are invited to attend.
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM FREE TRAINING The United Way Greater Houston Center will be hosting Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training. The training is free and open to the public, but seats are limited. Classes will begin on March 14 and run through May 2, 2024. To register for the class or to receive more information, please contact baycert@gmail.com.
FAITH BASED EVENTS St Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church Organ Donor Gala and Auction will be held on February 16th at Bay Oaks Country Club. This is part of a massive fundraising project for the church, which has owned and stored a rare and historic 1933 Kimball Opus 7133. On a pipe organ of this eloquence, a single person can play a full orchestra of sound. The Opus 7133 has 3,556 pipes and will be voiced specifically for the beautiful St Thomas sanctuary. Every donation helps breathe life into this magnificent instrument, which will live on well beyond its’ supporters and be a legacy for all. There are ways you can help: Sponsor the Gala. Contribute an item or gift certificate for the live or silent auction Plan to attend the Gala. Purchase tickets from Mrs. Renee Bielski at zookeeper8@gmail.com, or send an organ donor donation to the church at 18300 Upper Bay Rd. Nassau Bay. TX 77058-4199.
MAY 4, 2024 CITY ELECTIION INFORMATION The City of Nassau Bay will hold a General Election on Saturday, May 4, 2024, for the purpose of electing three Councilmembers for Positions 2, 4, and 6 and Mayor. These positions are currently occupied by Mayor Pro Tem Lucie Johannes Sommer, Councilmember James Abbey, Councilmember Ashleigh Klug, and Mayor Phil Johnson, respectively. The filing period for the General City Officers' Election will begin on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, and end on Friday, February 16, 2024. Candidate filing office hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, and Friday, 8:00am to 11:30am. Please note office hours will be extended to 5:00pm on Friday, February 16th. Any person wishing to file for candidacy may pick up an application packet from the City Secretary's office. For updates on the 2024 General Election, including the application and Candidate Packet, visit www.nassaubay.com/Election.
MEET WHISKEY Available for Adoption!
ST. PAUL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH St. Paul Catholic Church’s Early Childhood Program wish you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year filled with joy, blessings and love. They are currently accepting registrations for the spring semester, and space is limited. T Registration forms and additional information is available on our website at www.stpaulcatholic.org under the MDO/PreK tab. Please contact Sheri @ 281-333-0176 or szombory@stpaulcatholic.org for more information or to schedule a tour.
Whiskey is a sweet, young male dog who is eagerly waiting for a loving family to take him home. He has been tested for heartworm, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Whiskey has already learned a few commands, such as sit, shake, lay down, roll over and fetch. He loves playing with his best friend a border collie at the Animal Shelter. Also, he is already house trained, so he won't have accidents in the house. All he needs is a loving family to give him a forever home. If you're interested in adopting Whiskey or any other wonderful animal available for adoption, please reach out to the Animal Shelter at 832-5740877.
ANIMAL SHELTER COMPLIANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE During the December 11th City Council Meeting, the City Council voted to approve the creation of an Animal Shelter Compliance Advisory Committee. Per Chapter 823 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, the governing body of a county or municipality in which an animal shelter is located shall appoint an advisory committee to assist in complying with the Health and Safety Code requirements. The advisory committee must be composed of at least one licensed veterinarian, one county or municipal official, one person whose duties include the daily operation of the animal shelter, and one representative from an animal welfare organization. This committee shall meet at least three times a year. If you are interested in volunteering on this committee, apply at www.nassaubay.com/FormCenter/City-Secretary-6/Application-for-City-Board-Commission-or-39.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP
FEBRUARY February 1: 1st day of Black History Month February 3: Peninsula Cleanup February 9: Coffee with the Mayor and City Manager February 12: City Council Meeting February 16: Last day to file for the General City Officers' Election February 14: Valentine’s Day February 19: Presidents Day (City Hall Closed) February 23: Coffee with the Mayor and City Manager Ongoing Happenings! Java Owl: Every Friday Night, 6 - 9 PM Wine & Beverages - Live Music on Saturdays! Mediterraneo Market and Cafe: Every Friday and Saturday 6 - 10 PM - Live Music and belly dancing. Erma‘s Nutrition Center: Every Saturday, 10 - 2 PM - Nassau Bay Farmers Market.
BY THE NUMBERS
Statistics for December 2023
January 11 - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Check presentation: Clear Creek Environmental Foundation Approved The Feed the Future Foundation: St Thomas Feed the Future Foundation - Eden Grow Systems Collaborative project, Medjools Trees project, Bal Harbour Association Inc.; Marina Renovation project and Upper Bay Boardwalk Bulkhead Repairs project. Approved ordinance 2023-12-11 to establish $100 annual business license fee Approved ordinance 2024-01-08-D for the Bond Ordinance and Engagement Letter Approve the Interim City Manager to execute a $100,000 Sponsorship Agreement between the Manned Space Flight Education Foundation and City of Nassau Bay Approved to select Jeffery S. Ward & Associates for the Fiscal Year 2023 FMA Grant projects Approved City of Nassau Bay to issue a purchase order for the ladder truck
POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE
Total Service Calls .................... 277 Total Reports Taken .................. 48 Total Patrol Miles .................... 3502 Crimes Against Persons ............ 5 Property Crimes ....................... 10 Arrests..................................... 11 Avg Response Times (minutes) ...2.58 CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES..... 5
FIRE DEPARTMENT Total Calls ................................. 33 Fires .......................................... 4 Rescues ..................................... 3 Motor Vehicle Accident................ 0 Hazardous Conditions.................. 4 Fire Alarm................................... 9 EMS Assist ..................................12 Cancelled in Route/Other ............ 1
EMS EMS
Total Calls................................... 104 Total Patients in Nassau Bay ....... 37
CONTACT YOUR CITY OFFICIALS Mayor Phil Johnson 281.734.1074 | phil.johnson@nassaubay.com Paula Tomasi, Position 1 281.960.0559 | paula.tomasi@nassaubay.com Mayor Pro Tem Lucie Johannes Sommer, Position 2 832.338.1828 | lucie.johannes.sommer@nassaubay.com Councilmember Chase Waterwall, Position 3 409.240.1699 | chase.waterwall@nassaubay.com Councilmember James Abbey, Position 4 979.422.2383 | james.abbey@nassaubay.com Councilmember Sarah Horton, Position 5 713.775.6839 | sarah.horton@nassaubay.com Councilmember Ashleigh Klug, Position 6 281.685.3340 | ashleigh.klug@nassaubay.com