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JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
It's time to get ready for this year's parade! Decorate your parade float, golf cart, bicycle, outfits, and join the parade - no need to register, just line up at 5:15pm at the Gloria Dei Church parking lot. We would like to invite all resident Nassau Bay veterans to ride in our Annual 4th of July Parade. Golf carts will be provided for our veterans. The parade line-up will begin at 5:15 pm in the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking lot on Tuesday, July 4th. Please contact Kathy Prior at 817-845-9654 or kathywhite1975@yahoo.com if you are interested in this event or for more details.
OUR CITY
At the May 2017 City Council Meeting, City Attorney Dick Gregg, Jr. shared a moving invocation reflecting on the beauty of Nassau Bay. Mr. Gregg has been the City Attorney since the City’s inception, and is proud to represent the City of Nassau Bay.
Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Water Wars @ Noon - 2:00pm
Get your water guns and water hoses ready to soak your neighbors in this new event. No cost to participate, but you must register in advance at www.nassaubay.com/ specialevents.
Parade Lineup @ 5:15pm
Gloria Dei Church Parking Lot (18220 Upper Bay Rd.) No need to register just check in with event volunteers on-site.
Parade Starts @ 6:00pm
Begins at Gloria Dei and goes down San Sebastian to Point Lookout to Kingstree to Martinique to David Braun Park at Lake Nassau.
Pie Contest @ 6:15pm
This year's contest will be open to any pie! Peach, pumpkin, coconut, or any pie your heart desires. Prizes will be given to Best Overall, Best Taste, and Best Presentation. You must register in advance. No cost to participate. Register online at www.nassaubay.com/specialevents
Fireworks @ 9:00pm Learn more at www.nassaubay.com/specialevents. Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR June 2017 Coffee with the City Manager......... June 2, 9am Planning Commission (if needed)...................June 6 Coffee with the City Manager......... June 9, 9am City Council Meeting................... June 12, 7pm Summer Camp at St. Thomas.... June 12-Aug 11 Flag Day..............................................June 14 Coffee with the City Manager....... June 16, 9am Father's Day.........................................June 18 Parks & Rec Committee Meeting (if needed)..June 21 Coffee with the City Manager....... June 23, 9am Coffee with the City Manager....... June 30, 9am
July 2017 Coffee with the City Manager...........July 7, 9am City Council Meeting.....................July 10, 7pm Camp Invention at St. Thomas........... July 10-14 Planning Commission (if needed).................... July 1 Annual 4th of July Parade & Fireworks....... July 4 Coffee with the City Manager.........July 14, 9am Parks & Rec Committee Meeting (if needed)... July 19 Coffee with the City Manager.........July 21, 9am Coffee with the City Manager.........July 28, 9am
August 2017 Planning Commission (if needed).....................Aug1 Coffee with the City Manager.......... Aug 4, 9am Nassau Bay Street Eatz Party............ Aug 5, 6pm Coffee with the City Manager........ Aug 11, 9am City Council Meeting.................... Aug 14, 7pm Parks & Rec Committee Meeting (if needed)...Aug 16 Coffee with the City Manager........ Aug 18, 9am Coffee with the City Manager........ Aug 25, 9am For more information about these events and a complete list of community events, please visit: www.nassaubay.com/events
To submit your event, please send information to kristi.sykora@ nassaubay.com
HEAT SAFETY
Whether you are playing or working outside this summer, you should take the following precautions to stay safe in the heat. • Stay Informed: Monitor local weather forecasts to know what times you should avoid outdoor activities. • Cover Up: Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, a widebrim hat, and sunglasses that block UV rays. • Use Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher): Put on sunscreen before you go outside, (even on cloudy days) and reapply every two hours or more frequently if you are active and sweating or swimming. • Limit Direct Exposure: UV rays are most intense between 10am and 4pm. Limit time outdoors during these hours. • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water regardless of your activity level. Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink more fluids. Stay away from beverages that contain caffeine, alcohol, or large quantities of sugar. • Check Family and Friends: Keep an eye on family members, friends, and neighbors. Pay close attention and check regularly on young children and those 65 or older. • NEVER Leave Children or Pets in a Closed Car: In just a few minutes, temperatures can rise high enough inside the vehicle to hurt or kill your loved ones. • Know the Signs & Symptoms of Heat Disorders: Heat Stroke, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Cramps, Sunburn, and Heat Rash are common conditions that you should be able to recognize and know what to do.
Learn more about heat safety online at www.ready. gov/heat
MOSQUITOS
It is that time of year when mosquitos flourish. Here are some simple and helpful tips on what you can do to help prevent mosquitos from transmitting disease and eliminate potential breeding locations in your home and yard. • Wear Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents. • Cover up with long-sleeved shirts and long pants. • Keep mosquitos out with air conditioning or window screens. • Limit outdoor activities during peak mosquito times • At least weekly, empty or get rid of cans, buckets, old tires, pots, plant saucers and other containers that hold water. • Keep gutters clear of debris and standing water. • Remove standing water around structures and from flat roofs. • Change water in pet dishes daily. • Rinse and scrub vases and other indoor water containers weekly. • Change water in wading pools and birdbaths several times a week. • Maintain backyard pools or hot tubs. • Cover trash containers. • Water lawns and gardens carefully so water does not stand for several days. • Screen rain barrels and openings to water tanks or cisterns. • Treat front and back door areas of homes with residual insecticides if mosquitoes are abundant nearby. • If mosquito problems persist, consider pesticide applications for vegetation around the home.
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AWARD WINNING CITY City Staff Honored for Public Service Csilla Stiles and Paul Lopez were honored by The American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Greater Houston Chapter at the 2017 Public Service Award Ceremony.
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award For the fifth year in a row, the City of Nassau Bay has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the current budget from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and represents a significant achievement for the Finance Department and City Staff. 2017 Playful City USA The City of Nassau Bay is being honored with a Playful City USA designation for the third year in a row. The Playful City USA program, facilitated by national nonprofit KaBOOM!, honors cities and towns across the country for putting the needs of families first so kids can learn, grow and develop important life skills.
CANBE CORNER
CANBE wishes to send a huge THANKS to all those who came out to Paws for a Cause. The event was a great success! CANBE would like to announce the return of the Nassau Bay Beautification Award. This award recognizes well-kept and beautified lawns in our community. For more information please view our presentation online: www.NassauBayCANBE.org Legacy Bricks and benefactor opportunities are available on our website. We appreciate your support for our community! Learn more about CANBE at www.NassauBayCANBE. org or email afgravesnb@gmail.com.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB Care Free Gardening - Really? Succulents are a great choice for container growing. Most are tough, drought tolerant and grow easily in a tight space with very little after-care. They’re also gorgeous plants with a sleek, modern and architectural look that you can play up or down using different container styles and plantings. You can try planting something unusual without big maintenance requirements by creating a succulent garden design. These water-wise plants boast a wide range of leaf colors and forms, from common cacti to lesser known succulents. Planting a succulent garden design is similar to creating a living sculpture, which is now being featured in some airports, restaurants and hotel lobbies. Succulents possess modified leaves designed to conserve water. Water-conserving leaves vary from leafless cactus spines to fat, water-filled paddles or fingers. Many succulents form a rosette of foliage, which makes an unusual textural addition to a garden.
To plant a succulent garden start with a container no deeper than 10 inches and that has a drainage hole. Drainage holes are necessary as more succulents are killed by over watering than any other reason. When preparing the container, fill it with a potting mix specifically for cactus and succulents. Not feeling quite so adventurous? Then try planting one cactus or succulent per pot. Plant three pots and group them for a stunning effect! Both inside and outside gardens grow best on the south or east side of your home - a bright location is a must. Once planted, water the new garden thoroughly. Then resist temptation to water again for several days (4-5) to one week. Water when the first inch of soil is very dry (almost powdery). Stick your finger up to the first knuckle in the soil to measure for one inch of dryness. If in doubt about the moisture level, wait another day or two. Keep your garden happy by adjusting the water as needed. Succulent gardening is yet another kind of gardening to have an easy, fun, care-free time experimenting with this summer. Happy Gardening!
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BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for April 2017
POLICE
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Total Service Calls....................306 Total Reports Taken.....................35 Total Patrol Miles...................6,141 Crimes Against Persons.................3 Property Crimes..........................21 Arrests.......................................13 Avg Response Times (minutes)......4.39
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls.................................22 Fires............................................ 2 Rescue.........................................2 Motor Vehicle Accident.................4 Hazardous Conditions..................0 Fire Alarm....................................4 EMS Assist...................................6 Canceled in Route/Other..............4
EMS
Total Calls.................................73 Total Patients in Nassau Bay........26
The Nassau Bay Fire & EMS Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new building was held on Tuesday, May 9th. The building will be located at 18295 Upper Bay Road in Nassau Bay and construction should be complete by June 2018.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Kathy George is the Public Works Office Manager and Building Official Permitting Clerk and will celebrate 5 years of service with the City in August. Kathy is a talented multi-tasker and is responsible for employee payroll, service requests, building permitting, resident complaints and dispatch service request to supervisors to name a few. She is also involved with the City’s Special Events and other activities that require the support of Public Works. Kathy worked for NASA for many years and the City has benefited from her experience at Johnson Space Center. She is a proud mother of two children, Valarie and Cody. “Public Works can be challenging at times, especially during emergency situations, and I require a lot of my crews. Kathy performs very well under pressure, and I need a strong person handing the phone calls in the office and keeping our information correct during these times. Kathy steps up to the plate and I am proud to have her as part of our team.” -Public Works Director Paul Lopez.
Houston Methodist St. John Hospital is redeveloping the Nassau Bay Shopping Village, located adjacent to the hospital campus in the 18000 block of Upper Bay Road. The Hospital has demolished the unused portion to make way for new parking capacity for hospital staff. The project will also include the addition of green space and other landscaping elements to blend the new lot into the overall aesthetics of the remaining structures. The portions of the building remaining and the existing business tenants will remain. There are plans to eventually use the site for expansion, but the CEO of Houston Methodist St. John Hospital, Dan Newman, says that the planning and execution of a major building program could take up to a decade, and could even possibly include some associated retail space.
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NASSAU BAY ANIMAL SHELTER Help find loving forever homes for all of the dogs and cats at the shelter. Please call us and schedule a time to meet one of our dogs or cats that is ready for adoption.
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281.333.2944 www.nassaubay.com/animalshelter 18900 Upper Bay Rd., Nassau Bay Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30am-5:30pm & Fri 7:30am-11:30am
GOOD TIMES IN NASSAU BAY
May 6th Street Eatz Party Thanks for joining us at the May Street Eatz Party! The next one will be August 5 from 6pm-10pm - we hope you can join us! A big thanks also goes to Enterprise Fleet for sponsoring the Face Painting Artist and to Keller Williams Clear Lake Team for sponsoring the Bounce House & Kid Fun Zone!
May 20th Rain Barrel Workshop
St. Thomas Kindergarten Class Donation St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal School's Kindergarten Class learned all about business, marketing, and sales. They started a Cookie Company and sold 1,604 cookies from for a profit of $401. Then, they visited Animal Control Officer Troy Bradfield to learn more about the Animal Shelter and donated their cookie sale proceeds to the Nassau Bay Animal Shelter. Their donation help spay and neuter unclaimed animals at the shelter. Thank you Mrs. Sharon Silvestri and the Kindergarten Class! Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
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DID YOU KNOW?
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP
May 8, 2017 - Regular Council Meeting You can now pay your water bill over the phone. Nassau Bay Water Department has partnered with Paymentus Corporation to offer customers the option to pay by phone via credit card or electronic check. To utilize this service you must have your water bill available as you will be asked to provide your account number and payment amount. Then, call our secure provider Paymentus (phone number located on bill) Presented a Proclamation Presented a Proclamation to Kirstyn and a Key to the City to Johnson on behalf of JSC for Bike to and follow the prompts. This service is at no cost to Win Weber. Work Day. you and takes just a few minutes of your time. Please note that the maximum payment amount that can be Presented a accepted with pay by phone is $400. Proclamation to CANBE for We hope you enjoy this added convenience! Nassau Bay enhancement efforts.
CONTACT US
NASSAU BAY CITY HALL ADMINISTRATION & WATER BILLING • 281.333.4211 After-Hours Emergency: 281.333.4200 E-mail: city.receptionist@nassaubay.com VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT • 281.333.2677 After-Hours Emergency: 911 or 281.333.4200 E-mail: fire.station@nassaubay.com POLICE DEPARTMENT • 281.333.2212 After-Hours Emergency 911 or 281.333.4200 PUBLIC WORKS/ ANIMAL CONTROL/ BUILDING PERMITS • 281.333.2944 After-Hours Emergency: 281.333.4200 MUNICIPAL COURT • 281.336.6297 Email: municipal.court@nassaubay.com
Let's Connect
ELECTED OFFICIALS • 281.333.4211 • Mayor Mark Denman [Home 281.333.9633] E-mail: mayor@nassaubay.com • Mayor Pro Tem Sandra Mossman [Home 281.333.2194] E-mail: sandra.mossman@nassaubay.com • Councilmember Harry Dollar [Home 281.333.0259] E-mail: harry.dollar@nassaubay.com • Councilmember John Mahon [Home 713.702.1185] E-mail: john.mahon@nassaubay.com • Councilmember Bryce Klug [Home 832.474.5461] E-mail: bryce.klug@nassaubay.com • Councilmember Jonathan Amdur [Home 281.333.3424] E-mail: jonathan.amdur@nassaubay.com • Councilmember Bob Warters [Home 281.333.4750] E-mail: bob.warters@nassaubay.com
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Presented Diplomas to the 2017 NB101 Graduates.
Approved four resolutions, adding City Secretary Sandra Ham as a designated representative or signatory for several of the City’s financial accounts. Approved a resolution appointing Nancee Lynn to the Park and Recreation Committee, filling the unexpired term by Pamela Philips. Approved a resolution with staff recommendations for a request by Arafat Abdullatif for a Special Use Permit to Operate an automotive repair shop at 1910 NASA Parkway. Approved action allowing the City Manager to enter an agreement with Jeffrey S. Ward & Associates for consulting services for grant project management of RFQ 2017-002. Approved action to approve the 2016 Flood Elevation Project Grant agreement between the City of Nassau Bay and the Texas Water Development Board. Approved a resolution re-appointing John Mahon, Jonathan Amdur, and Cindy Harreld-DeWease to the Economic Development Corporation. In addition, approved appointment of Matt Prior to the Corporation, filling the expected vacancy by Donald Matter. Join us for next month's Council Meeting: June 12, 2017 @ 7:00pm Nassau Bay City Hall View Council Agendas & Minutes Online: www.nassaubay.com/citycouncil
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