Greetings!
Exciting news! Precinct 4 residents will have a new community center in 2021. The newly named George H.W. Bush Community Center stands next to the Barbara Bush Branch Library in the Cypress Creek Cultural District, just as the late president and first lady stood side-by-side for 73 years. The property, formerly part of Cypress Creek Christian Church, will serve youth, families, senior adults, civic organizations, and other groups. What better way to recognize our former president and first lady! I encourage you to learn more about our new community center in the article below.
As summer approaches, we have more events coming your way. Precinct 4’s Heritage Festival features historical games and activities, a Civil War battle re-enactment, and archaeological digs. I also join Congressman Ted Poe in May for the fifth annual Police Memorial honoring Texas law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. I hope to see you there! You can read more about these events in this edition of
Commissioner’s E-Corner
.
As a reminder, you can access past issues of
Commissioner's E-Corner
on the
Precinct 4 website.
Visit Precinct 4 online to learn more about our road projects and upcoming events available through our community centers, parks department, and Senior Adult Program.
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Heritage Festival at Spring Creek Park
Join Harris County Precinct 4 for a celebration of Tomball’s unique history during the Spring Creek Park Heritage Festival Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Spring Creek Park in Tomball.
Wander the park grounds as storytellers and historical re-enactors bring history to life. Participate in historical games and activities, and learn about the diverse cultures of Tomball. Featured activities include archaeological digs, Civil War battle re-enactments, and historical African-American cemetery tours.
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Top Children's Summer Activities
As the weather heats up and the school year winds down, parents everywhere endure a common tradition: the struggle to keep kids occupied during the summer.
Don’t let your child’s summer go to waste. From movie nights to canoeing, archery, and fishing, Precinct 4 offers traditional camp activities during the day.
Click here
to check out some of our top activities.
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Happening This Week: Nature4Health at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
Enjoy a day of outdoor recreation during Nature4Health on
Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Participate in archery, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, dipnetting, geocaching, education tent, food trucks, nature walks, and more!
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New Community Center Planned for Cypress Creek Cultural District
More services are on the way for north Harris County residents, thanks to a new Precinct 4 community center opening in 2021. The 24,500-square-foot facility named for President George H.W. Bush is near the Barbara Bush Branch Library and Precinct 4’s Collins Park, all in the Cypress Creek Cultural District.
“We chose the property for a variety of reasons,” said Commissioner R. Jack Cagle. “The community center stands in a densely populated area near Precinct 4’s Collins and Meyers parks. The facility’s large size ensures we can accommodate Precinct 4’s growing population.”
Mangum-Howell Center is currently Precinct 4’s only dedicated community center, serving nearly 1.4 million residents.
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Find Plants that Thrive in the Heat at Mercer's Spring Specialty Plant Sale
Want to bring the beauty of Mercer Botanic Gardens to your landscape? Visit Mercer
Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
for a specialty plant sale in the courtyard. Find salvias, roses, citrus trees (including lemon, lime, and avocado), lantana, bougainvillea, perennial arrangements, annual hanging baskets, annual arrangements, succulent and cacti arrangements, herb planters, Japanese maples, lilies, and more! Refreshments, including coffee, water, soft drinks, breakfast items, and lunch items will be available for purchase.
Pop-up plant sales will continue once a month through summer. Each month will feature a new speaker. Click here for a list of plants available for purchase at each plant sale.
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Precinct 4's Community Assistance Department Prepares for Hurricane Season
As hurricane season approaches, Harris County Precinct 4 reminds residents that its Community Assistance Department (CAD) will be available by phone 24 hours per day during natural disasters and other emergencies.
Before a disaster even strikes, CAD staff participate in training and receive equipment allowing them to operate from any location and stay active during power outages.
“Our Community Assistance Department can work from anywhere,” said Commissioner R. Jack Cagle. “Even during floods or power outages, staff can connect community members to important resources and answer constituent calls for service.”
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Barbara Bush Library Receives Area's First Family Place
Children and toddlers can now enjoy more programs and activities than ever at Barbara Bush Branch Library.
Thanks to the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, the Harris County Public Library opened the first Houston-area George & Barbara Bush Family Place at the Barbara Bush Branch Library in March. The area is the first of eight spaces dedicated to learning through play in the Houston area.
The Foundation announced the $200,000 donation to the Harris County Public Library last summer in tribute to former First Lady Barbara Bush.
The funds were earmarked to transform areas within eight county libraries into early childhood spaces to stimulate learning and play based on the Family Place Libraries national model.
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Celebrate Arbor Day at Dennis Johnston Park
Cleaner air, shadier streets, and more attractive communities. What’s not to love about trees? For more than 150 years, Americans have demonstrated their appreciation of trees through annual Arbor Day celebrations.
Celebrate national Arbor Day during Precinct 4’s Arbor Day Celebration on
Sunday, April 28, at 9:30 a.m.
to noon at Dennis Johnston Park. Take home free wildflower seeds and enjoy educational activities, face painting, and tree art. You can learn more about how Arbor Day began by clicking below.
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Greater Service Through Collaboration
When it comes to improving safety and mobility, Precinct 4’s Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Division strives to go beyond the call of duty.
The CIP program focuses on road construction, road expansion projects, (including drainage mitigation, traffic signals and intersection improvements), school zone flashing warning signals, and sidewalks throughout Precinct 4.
“Serving constituents is Precinct 4’s purpose - serving them well is our No. 1 goal,” says Lindsey Trahan, agency coordinator for Precinct 4’s CIP Division.
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Swamp and River Tours
Witness the amazing biodiversity of nature aboard a boat specifically designed for unobtrusive wildlife viewing.
Anyone 50 years of age and better is invited to attend
Thursday, May 9, at 8 a.m.
Also, tour First Presbyterian Church, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Lunch is available for purchase on your own at Luigi’s Italian Grill.
Fee:
$20.00
Click here
to register.
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Fifth Annual Police Memorial
Join Commissioner R. Jack Cagle and Ted Poe, former congressman and judge, for a ceremony honoring fallen Texas law enforcement officers. The public is encouraged to attend to the ceremony scheduled for
Monday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
at the Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway in Humble. Law enforcement agencies from across Harris County will be represented.
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Magnolia Days Festival
Senior adults ages 50 and better are invited on a trip to the Columbus Magnolia Day Festival
Saturday, May 18, at 9 a.m.
Enjoy live music, food, vendors, and a petting zoo in the courthouse square. Lunch is available for purchase at the festival. Transportation is provided.
Click here
to register.
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