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Happy New Year, District K!
As we step into 2026, I want to thank you for the spirit, strength, and heart you continue to bring to our community. Every new year gives us a fresh opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve come and to dream about where we are going together. Because of you, District K continues to be a place where neighbors look out for one another and where progress is built with care and purpose.
This January, we are starting the year with momentum. From new investments in sidewalks and neighborhood infrastructure, to expanded access to arts and after school programs, to continued efforts to improve safety and quality of life, we are moving forward with you in mind. I am especially proud to celebrate the opening of the Edison Cultural Arts Center, a space that turns a once abandoned property into a vibrant hub for creativity, youth, and community. This is exactly what reinvestment should look like in our neighborhoods.
We are also continuing to focus on the everyday needs that matter most to families. Whether it is keeping our streets clean, improving walkability, supporting seniors, or making sure residents have access to housing and essential services, my team and I remain committed to being present, responsive, and solutions focused.
I want to thank our civic clubs, faith leaders, small businesses, volunteers, and community partners who show up every day for District K. You are the backbone of this community, and I am grateful for your partnership as we work to build a safer, stronger, and more connected district.
As always, please stay engaged, attend meetings when you can, share your concerns, and keep reaching out to our office. We are here to serve you, and together we will continue to make District K a place we are all proud to call home.
Wishing you and your family a healthy, hopeful, and joyful start to the new year.
In Service
Martha
| | Shred the Old. Start the New. | | |
Kick off 2026 organized, protected, and stress free ✨
Our District K FREE Community Shred Day is back and ready to help you clear out the paper clutter while keeping your personal information safe.
Pull up, drop off your old documents, and let us handle the shredding. It is a simple way to protect your identity, clean out those files, and start the new year feeling lighter and more in control. Bring a neighbor, a friend, or the whole family and make it a quick and easy stop.
📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
⏰ 9 AM to 12 PM
📍 Westbury United Methodist Church
5200 Willowbend Blvd., Houston, TX 77096
Let’s start the year fresh together.
#DistrictK #CommunityShredDay
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Big news for Super Neighborhood 40. We are one step closer to revitalizing the neighborhood, and it is all thanks to the hard work of our Bylaws Committee. The committee has completed a final draft of the proposed bylaws, and it is now ready for the community to review.
Proposed bylaws are attached here:
We encourage everyone to take a look at the draft, think through any questions or feedback, and come ready to share your thoughts at our next meeting.
📅 Thursday, January 22
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Hiram Clarke Multi Service Center
3810 W. Fuqua St. Houston, Texas 77045
At this meeting, we will also walk through the next steps for electing board members, an important part of building a strong and organized Super Neighborhood.
Let us know if you plan to attend by filling out this quick form:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/g/vntniJ9S1a
Thank you again to the Bylaws Committee for their time, dedication, and leadership. We are excited about what is ahead for Super Neighborhood 40 and look forward to seeing neighbors come together to help shape its future.
| | New Short Term Rental Ordinance is Live | | |
Houston’s new Short Term Rental Ordinance officially went into effect on January 1, 2026, and it brings new tools to help residents better understand where short term rentals are operating in their neighborhoods.
One important update is the launch of the Short Term Rental Registration Map, which shows all registered STR properties across the city. This public map adds transparency and helps neighbors, civic clubs, and property owners stay informed.
🔗 You can view the map here:
Whether you are a homeowner, renter, or host, these new rules are designed to bring more accountability, improve quality of life, and make sure short term rentals are operating responsibly.
We encourage residents to take a few minutes to explore the map and learn more about how this ordinance impacts your neighborhood.
For more information, visit the Short Term Rental website
| | Virtual Meeting: Cambridge Village Park/ Ramblewood Project | | |
Join us for a virtual community meeting about the Cambridge Village Park and Ramblewood Project, a Houston Public Works initiative focused on flood mitigation. This project consists of the design of 24 acre-feet of stormwater detention in Cambridge Village Park, the project helps capture and slow down heavy rainfall, reducing flood risk for both Cambridge Village Park and nearby Ramblewood.
Feel free to send any questions or comments before the meeting to Engage@houstontx.gov . Click here to for the project page on the Engage Houston website to check it out!
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 5:30pm
Click here to join the meeting
| | We Heard You and We are Taking Action | | |
Heavy trash has been a big concern in District K, and we want you to know it is being taken seriously. After hearing directly from residents, Solid Waste Management Director Hassen committed to increasing heavy trash collection in our neighborhoods and we are already seeing progress.
Our Director of Constituent Services, Eric Goodwine, and the District K Hot Team were out in the community capturing just one example of what that work looks like in real time. Crews were actively picking up heavy trash throughout District K, with 18 crews and contractors deployed to help move things along.
This is not a one day fix. It is part of a continued effort to get ahead of the backlog and keep our streets and neighborhoods clean. We know there is still work to do, but this is an important step forward and we will keep pushing for more.
Thank you for speaking up, reporting issues, and being patient as we work through it together. When residents and the city work side by side, real progress happens.
| | Supporting Mental Health, Stability & Opportunity in District K | | |
Strong communities start with strong people, and that means making sure our neighbors have access to mental health support, job training, and pathways to stability. We’re proud to share resources from our community partner, Hope Fort Bend Clubhouse, which is providing life-changing services right here in our area.
Hope Fort Bend Clubhouse offers a safe, welcoming environment where adults living with mental health challenges can find support, build confidence, and move forward with purpose. Their programs focus on helping members regain independence, develop skills, and connect with others who understand their journey.
Services include:
- Mental health support in a safe, supportive community
- Job training and workforce readiness
- Resume building and employment assistance
- Ongoing support once someone is working
- Education and skill-building programs
- Social connection and peer support
- Housing support
With locations serving Richmond and Missouri City, Hope Fort Bend Clubhouse is making a real difference for individuals and families across our community.
📍 Richmond: 912 S. 6th St., Richmond, TX 77469
📍 Missouri City: 3900 Raoul Wallenberg Ln., Missouri City, TX 77459
📞 (281) 605-9212
🌐 hopefortbendclubhouse.org
Together, we thrive, and together, we keep building a District K where everyone has the opportunity to heal, grow, and succeed.
| | Where Community, Culture, and Opportunity Meet | | |
What an incredible moment for our community. Watching the doors open at the Edison Arts Foundation After School Arts Academy was more than a ribbon cutting. It was the start of something that will shape lives for years to come.
This center represents what happens when we invest with intention in our young people, in education, and in culture. It is a project rooted in purpose, creativity and opportunity.
With programming that blends fine arts, academic support, and career readiness, this new space will serve families across Houston and Fort Bend, offering a place where talent is nurtured and futures are built.
The City of Houston’s 5 million dollar commitment to this 50 million dollar project shows what it looks like when we truly believe in our neighborhoods. This is how we grow stronger together.
The doors are officially open, and this is only the beginning. Congratulations to the visionaries Troy and Charity Carter for bringing this dream to life. The future here is bright.
#DistrictK #EdisonFoundation #Community
| | A Community Remembers Reggie Lewis | | |
I had the honor of attending the funeral services for Reginald “Reggie” Lewis, President of the Ridgemont CIA, and presenting his family with a City of Houston proclamation recognizing his remarkable life of service.
The church was filled with neighbors, friends, and community leaders, which said everything you need to know about who Reggie was. He showed up for Ridgemont time and time again, whether it was through neighborhood meetings, beautification projects, advocacy, or simply making sure his community was seen and heard. And today, his community showed up for him.
Reggie never sought the spotlight. He led with heart, consistency, and quiet determination, making sure Ridgemont was always represented and respected. His impact is written into the very fabric of the neighborhood he loved so deeply.
Moments like today remind me that public service is about more than meetings and milestones. It is about standing with families in moments of loss, lifting up the stories of those who served, and making sure their legacy is honored.
Reggie lived a full and meaningful life. A life defined by care, commitment, and community.
May we all be inspired to give our time, our energy, and our love the way Reggie did.
Rest in peace, my brother. Your service will always be remembered in the City of Houston.
| | MLK Day Solid Waste Service Update | | |
As we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the City of Houston is also keeping our neighborhoods running smoothly.
Here’s what residents in District K need to know about trash and recycling service during the MLK holiday:
📅 Monday, January 19, 2026 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Curbside garbage, recycling, yard waste, and heavy trash WILL be collected as normal
- No service interruptions
However, the following City facilities will be closed for the holiday:
- Neighborhood Depositories and Recycling Centers
- Westpark Recycling Center
- Environmental Service Center
- Reuse Warehouse
- All Solid Waste Management administrative offices
📅 Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- All Solid Waste facilities and administrative offices reopen and resume normal operations
This means you can count on your regular pickup schedule, even on the holiday, while City drop-off locations reopen the following day.
| | KEEP DISTRICT K MOVING... | | | | |
