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A monthly publication from the City of Nassau Bay
MARCH 2022
Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
PENINSULA CLEANUP A GREAT SUCCESS On behalf of Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful and the Clear Creek Environmental Foundation, thank you to the many volunteers who participated in the Peninsula Cleanup event on February 12! With almost 150 volunteers working on foot or from boats and kayaks, this year's event was a true success. This included volunteers from Nassau Bay, League City, Kemah, El Lago, Friendswood, and Houston. Over 60 young people (under the age of 18) participated in the event. The Nassau Bay Public Works Department estimated that a total of 4,000 pounds – or two tons – of debris was collected during the event. This amount included large planks, a bicycle and dozens of full bags of trash. Visit the City's Facebook page to see more event photos: www.facebook.com/nassaubay.
NB GARDEN CLUB TO HOLD BEAUTIFICATION DAY - MARCH 26 The Garden Club of Nassau Bay will hold their Beautification Day on Saturday, March 26 from 8:30AM-11AM at five gardens.
The gardens are located in Swan Lagoon Park, in David Braun Park at the entrance and in the Reflection gardens, in Tranquility Arbor at Howard Ward Park, and at the Circle Garden on Upper Bay Road. Volunteers will meet at the various gardens at 8:30AM to begin planting annuals, perennials and bushes.
“We are very much looking forward to this year’s Beautification Day,” Nassau Bay Garden Club President Becky Kadel said. “If you have a particular garden where you wish to work, you may just show up to that location. If you don’t know
where to go, just look for our members working at one of the above-mentioned gardens.” Kadel said volunteers will need to come prepared with garden equipment such as gloves, a trowel or a spade. Volunteers may also wish to bring kneeling pads.
“Please consider volunteering to make our city beautiful,” Kadel said. “We will be putting in some annuals along with perennials and bushes. If you are a novice to gardening, you might wish to join one of our groups to learn how we garden in this area.” Both adult volunteers, as well as students in need of volunteer hours, are encouraged to contact Kadel at kadel.rebecca@ yahoo.com to register for the event.
A Word from
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ASHLEY GRAVES As we March into 2022, my hope is for a renewed spirit and forward focus for Nassau Bay. The year ahead will be a time of renewing infrastructure, renewing our parks, renewing our transparency, and renewing our connection to our neighbors and community. Each of us has a love story about Nassau Bay. Whether discovered on a random drive while house hunting, spending time here visiting family, or growing up over the decades, we all remember the moment we knew Nassau Bay was the home for us. It’s that intangible hold that calls on us to serve this community, keeping Nassau Bay incomparable.
Looking to the future of Nassau Bay, I hope each of you finds the right place to serve. Maybe it’s as a member of the Garden Club, an essential community organization that predates the city itself, or as a member of CANBE, committed to the enhancement of Nassau Bay. The Special Events Committee offers another opportunity to serve, with family-friendly events that create special memories for our kids all year long. Perhaps you have unique skills that can be utilized on the Planning Commission, or even as a Volunteer Firefighter. Please don’t forget that gratitude is a service, too. Showing gratitude for our Volunteer Fire Department and EMS personnel, our Nassau Bay Police Department, or other volunteers is just as important to the spirit of community.
I am looking forward to another incredible year of community service, fellowship and improvement in our city. Thank you to everyone who plays a part in making our future together even brighter.
WELCOME OUR NEW STAFF MEMBER - CHRISTOPHER ROTH Join us in welcoming Christopher “Cris” Roth to the City of Nassau Bay! Roth joined us on January 31 as the Building Official in transition. He will be training alongside outgoing Building Official Mark Stelly until his retirement.
The Building Official oversees the Building Department for the City, reviewing plans and inspections; working with local contractors, homeowners, architects and engineers; scheduling maintenance of City Hall, and maintaining a presence in the community. Roth brings experience from several regional municipalities including Galveston, League City, Kemah, La Marque and the Village of Tiki Island.
“I’ve been in construction since I could walk, and I have nine years of experience conducting building inspections,” Roth said. “I’m very excited to put my skills to use in the City of Nassau Bay.”
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION! NASSAU BAY ANIMAL SHELTER INTRODUCES ROMEO The Nassau Bay Animal Shelter is pleased to introduce Romeo, a young male cat who is new to the shelter. Romeo loves to cuddle, has a lot of fun playing with toys, and gets along well with the rest of the cats in the shelter. Romeo is neutered, current on all of his vaccinations and ready to find his forever home. Contact Animal Control Supervisor Troy Bradfield at 832-5740877 today to schedule a time to meet Romeo!
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
CANBE CORNER CANBE is pleased to bring back the Nassau Bay Beautification Award in March! Check out the CANBE Facebook page for more details.
Join the Nassau Bay Garden Club for the Annual Beautification Day on Saturday, March 26, as well. Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful & CANBE are welcoming sponsors for the event. Sponsorship logos will be featured on the Beautification Day t-shirts given to volunteers at the event. To learn more contact Ashley Graves at afgravesnb@ gmail.com. Thinking about joining CANBE? Reach out to Angela Braun for membership information at 832-452-7393.
NASSAU BAY HOMES ASSOCIATION TO HOLD ANNUAL BOARD ELECTION As required in the by-laws of the Nassau Bay Homes Association, Inc. (NBHA), the annual election for its Board of Trustees will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 7AM-7PM, and early voting on Monday, May 2nd - Thursday, May 5th from 9AM to 4PM at the NBHA office located at 1322 Space Park Drive, Suite C119.
Any member who desires to become a candidate for election to a Trustee position may file an application with the association not earlier than sixty (60) days nor later than thirty (30) days prior to the scheduled election date. Two seats are open for election this year, each with a term of two years. The candidate receiving the highest number of votes, and the second highest number of votes, shall be elected. Any property owner who pays into the Nassau Bay Owners Association Inc. Lot Assessment Fund may vote with a maximum of two votes per home. Spouses not currently named as a homeowner with Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD) will need to bring a copy of their marriage certificate.
For a trustee application, or candidate info, please see the website www.nassaubayhomesassociation. org, e-mail nassaubayhomesassociation@gmail.com, or contact the office at 281-333-2570.
BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for January 2022
POLICE
Total Service Calls............................ 296 Total Reports Taken........................... 58 Total Patrol Miles.......................... 5,567 Crimes Against Persons...................... 6 Property Crimes...................................18 Arrests................................................... 22 Avg Response Times (minutes)..... 2.30
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls............................................. 22 Fires......................................................... 0 Rescues.................................................... 1 Motor Vehicle Accident....................... 1 Hazardous Conditions........................ 0 Fire Alarm .............................................. 7 EMS Assist............................................. 4 Cancelled in Route/Other.................. 9
EMS
Total Calls............................................. 89 Total Patients in Nassau Bay........... 33
ST. THOMAS FOOD DISTRIBUTION On Saturday, March 5, 2022, St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church in Nassau Bay will welcome the Galveston Food Bank to its parking lot for the March Food Distribution. This partnership will offer their monthly fresh food distribution to neighbors in need throughout Nassau Bay, Webster, and Pasadena. This event will begin in the St. Thomas parking lot (18300 Upper Bay Rd., Nassau Bay) from 8AM-10AM for bags and boxes of fresh fruits, vegetables, and sometimes, meat and hygiene items. Distribution begins almost immediately after volunteers arrive at 7:45AM to package the items available. If you are interested in serving or leading in this effort, please email Mike Stone at rector@sttaec.org. Non-parishioners are always invited to serve with St. Thomas. We can do more together!
GLORIA DEI EVENTS Lonely and Isolated Kids: The New Mental Health Crisis Workshop Saturday, March 5 | 9am-12pm | Life Center
Today’s complexities of loneliness and isolation are affecting a new generation in unprecedented ways. In this workshop at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, parents and their middle and high school students will receive practical methods to foster a deeper connection with God, family, and community. This workshop will be led by Dr. Mark Mayfield, PhD, LPC, Founder and CEO of Mayfield Counseling Centers. Learn more and register for the event at gdlc.org by March 2.
PROTECT YOUR FAMILY DURING DISASTERS
Has your family created an emergency communications plan? Do you have all the emergency supplies you need? Be prepared when disaster strikes! Visit www.ready.gov/plan for emergency preparedness tips, a sample family emergency plan, supply lists and much more.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB UPCOMING EVENTS The Nassau Bay Garden Club will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, March 8, in the City Hall Council Chambers from 9:30AM-12PM. The program will be about how to arrange succulents for long-lasting decorations. It will be presented by Estelle Lozmack, well-known participant in many flower shows. Everyone is welcome! The Club’s 2022 Ann Gay Scholarship has been awarded to Ms. Rachael Lahar, a Nassau Bay resident currently in her Senior year at the College of Veterinary Medicine at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She currently holds a 4.0 grade average and is on the Dean’s List. The Club celebrated the life of long-time talented and creative member Joy Edwards at their February meeting and added a plaque in Joy’s honor onto the Memorial Bench in the Council Chambers. Jayne Samson and Betty Armstrong spoke about their long friendships and so many good times with Joy. Her husband, Jim, accepted the Club's sincerest love and condolences. Finally, the Club wishes to acknowledge another sweet and talented past member who passed away recently. The Club sends love and condolences to the family of Charlotte Reem. Editor's note: Please see front-page article regarding the Club's annual Beautification Day, to be held on Saturday, March 26.
CONGRATS, ELIAS! During the February 14 City Council meeting, Mayor Bob Warters and Public Works Director Paul Lopez recognized Elias Sauceda, who retired after 20 years of service to the City.
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
FEBRUARY 14, 2022 - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING • Approved the second and final reading of Ordinance O2022-820 calling the May 7, 2022 City Officers’ Election for the purpose of electing a Mayor and three Councilmembers, Positions 2, 4, and 6. • Approved Resolution R2022-2242 renaming "Point Lookout Drive" from the entrance of David Braun Park, through the entire length of the park, a public street in the City of Nassau Bay, Texas, and calling it "Upper Bay Road.” • Authorized the Interim City Manager to sign an Engagement Letter with Lloyd Gosselink for legal services related to a CenterPoint Gas Franchise Agreement. • Approved Resolution R2022-2243 reappointing Roscoe Lee, Jeff Horton, and Arlene Philips to the Planning Commission, as discussed in Executive Session.
Join us for next month's Council Meeting on Monday, March 14, 2022. Visit www.nassaubay.com/CityCouncil for more details on the meeting.
MAY 7, 2022 CITY ELECTION: VOTING INFORMATION AND IMPORTANT DATES The City of Nassau Bay will conduct a General Election on May 7, 2022. Nassau Bay residents will be asked to vote for Mayor and Council Positions 2, 4, and 6. These positions are currently held by Bob Warters, Phil Johnson, Bryce Klug, and Matt Prior, respectively. To view all the candidate applications and related forms, please visit www.nassaubay.com/election. Register to Vote: 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. Voting by Mail: The last day to apply for a ballot by mail is April 26th (application received, not postmarked). Eligible voters should receive their mail-in-ballot for the May election in mid-March.
Early Voting: Harris County will be conducting the City’s election. Early voting will be conducted 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 by visiting www.harrisvotes.com. Election Day: Election Day is Saturday, May 7th. Voting will be held 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. Just an FYI: When you go vote, you can bring a marked sample ballot or a Voter’s Guide into the voting booth with you. Contact the City Secretary’s Office at (281) 336-6281 or visit the City’s website for more information.
