BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for April 2019
POLICE
Total Service Calls............................ 314 Total Reports Taken........................... 42 Total Patrol Miles......................... 5,669 Crimes Against Persons...................... 6 Property Crimes...................................17 Arrests.................................................. 10 PD Code Enforcement........................ 5 Avg Response Times (minutes)...... 2.70
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls............................................. 25 Fires.......................................................... 1 Rescues................................................... 3 Motor Vehicle Accident...................... 4 Hazardous Conditions......................... 2 Fire Alarm ............................................. 3 EMS Assist............................................. 4 Cancelled in Route/Other.................. 8
EMS
Total Calls............................................. 61 Total Patients in Nassau Bay........... 27
NBPD DRUG TAKE BACK
The Nassau Bay Police Department's Prescription Drug Take Back Day (held April 27th) was a great success! Nassau Bay participated in the National Prescription Drug Take Back, which aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Officers collected and delivered more than 400 pounds of medications to the DEA to be destroyed. The next Prescription Drug Take Back day will be in October 2019.
NBHA REMINDERS
The Nassau Bay Homes Association (NBHA) pool is now open for residents in the afternoons. Please remember, residents must pick up a pool pass from the NBHA office. Current assessed dues must be paid in full to get a pass. The NBHA board election was canceled and will be rescheduled for July. New election dates will be Saturday, July 20th from 7am–7pm. Early voting will be Monday, July 15th from 9am–7pm and Tuesday to Thursday from 9am–4pm.
MEET YOUR NASSAU BAY NEIGHBOR Oudrey Hervey is a retired Navy Commander with twentyfive years of experience in leadership, strategy, human resources, safety, operations, emergency response, global policies, and organizational development. Oudrey has lived in Nassau Bay since 2012 and is now the prospective executive director of U.S.VETS-Houston whose mission is “The successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development and comprehensive support”. His programs seek to eradicate Veteran homelessness and enable a path to meaningful independence. As a social responsibility and veteran advocate, Oudrey also served as a veterans’ career adviser, where he provided individualized career services to meet the employment needs of disabled and other veterans who are economically or educationally disadvantaged. He collaborates with nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses to offer housing, employment and supportive services to Veterans across the Houston metropolitan area. Oudrey’s educational accomplishments include a B.S. in Electronics Engineering from Southern University, a M.S. Public in Service Management from DePaul University, and a M.A. in National Security & Strategic Studies from the Navy War College. Additionally, he holds recognized HR certifications as a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) and as a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Oudrey is passionate about Veteran issues – for more information on preventing Veteran homelessness, contact Oudrey at ohervey@usvetsinc.org.
BEAT THE TEXAS SUMMER HEAT
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 wide-brim hat, and sunglasses. Limit Direct Exposure: UV rays are most intense between 10am-4pm. Limit time outdoors during these hours. Use Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher): Put on sunscreen before you go outside, even on cloudy days, and reapply every two hours if you are active and sweating or swimming. 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. 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 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 Learn more about heat safety at www.ready.gov/heat.
Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
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