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July 28, 2024 in Beautification EffortsCity CouncilCommunity NewsletterNeighborhood News

Soccer Nets installed by staff of Council Member Fred Flickinger City of Houston – District E

“Mark and our summer intern, Tom Saunders, installed them just before the July 4th holiday. We’re just doing what we can to make sure Oak Meadows Park as a whole is complete and as it should be. We are more than happy to do whatever it takes to make that happen.”


Best regards,

Dustin Hodges

Chief of Staff

Office of Council Member Fred Flickinger

City of Houston – District E

832.393.3008

dustin.hodges@houstontx.gov

February 28, 2024 in City CouncilCommunity NewsletterIntroductionNeighborhood News

Fred Flickinger Monthly Newsletter

Dear District E Residents,
I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the new Houston City Council Member for District E and represent every community across the district. As I begin my term, I would like to share a few areas of focus that I believe are of utmost importance to our community’s well-being and growth.
First and foremost, public safety is a top priority for me. It is crucial that we all feel secure and protected in our homes and neighborhoods. I am committed to working closely with our Houston Police Department Divisions to ensure they have the resources and support they need to keep our community safe. I plan to utilize my Council District Service Funds to supplement the District E HPD Divisions’ efforts to keep us safe. Together, we can foster strong relationships with law enforcement and implement proactive strategies to prevent crime and create a sense of security.
Additionally, as many of you are aware, our community has experienced its fair share of challenges when it comes to flooding. Addressing flood mitigation is a critical task that requires immediate attention. I will continue the strong work put forth by Council Member Dave Martin and work diligently with Houston Public Works, Harris County Flood Control District, and Harris County among other experts to implement comprehensive measures that effectively manage and mitigate flooding risks. We must invest in infrastructure and projects that will safeguard our homes and businesses from future flood events. This includes the Lake Houston Spillway Dam Improvement Project, dredging Lake Houston, and continued funding for local drainage projects.
Lastly, infrastructure improvements are vital for the growth and prosperity of any community. Our roads, bridges, water systems, and utilities play a crucial role in enhancing our quality of life. I am committed to collaborating with my fellow council members and seeking innovative solutions to improve our community’s infrastructure. By focusing on targeted investments and strategic planning, we can ensure our transportation systems are efficient, our utilities are reliable, and our community remains accessible to all.
I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to our community’s continued success, and I am committed to representing your interests and concerns. As your council member, I encourage you to reach out to me with any questions, ideas, or suggestions you may have. Together, we can make a significant and lasting impact on the issues that matter most to us.
Thank you for placing your trust in me, and I am excited to work with each and every one of you to create a safer, more resilient, and better-connected community.
Sincerely,

The District E Office

Council Member Fred Flickinger

900 Bagby, First Floor

Houston, TX 77002

Email: districte@houstontx.gov

Phone: (832) 393-3008

The District E Team

Dustin Hodges

Chief of Staff

Demari Perez

North Sector Manager

Yasmine Perez

South Sector Manager

August 14, 2015 in City CouncilImportant Reminders

Emergency Repairs Scheduled for Lawndale Street

August 14, 2015
 
Houston, TX – Council Member Dave Martin advises residents that the City of Houston’s Public Works and Engineering Department (PWE) will conduct an emergency street repair project on Lawndale Street near State Highway 225 beginning tomorrow, Saturday, August 15. The first phase of the repair project, which will involve the milling of the street’s existing asphalt, will commence on Saturday at 7:00 a.m. and is expected to be completed before the day’s end. Construction will be located under the overpass bridge near Lawndale’s 9800 block.
The milling work on Saturday will begin on the westbound side of the street, with motorists being diverted to the street’s eastbound lanes before the grass median. Traffic will then be swapped to the westbound lanes as construction is completed on the eastbound side of Lawndale. Flagmen and other standard traffic control measures will be in place to direct motorists. Council Member Dave Martin’s office has also reached out to the Houston Police Department’s Eastside Division to monitor for further traffic control assistance.
Following Saturday’s construction, all lanes on Lawndale Street will reopen as the Public Works and Engineering Department further analyzes the condition of the road’s subsurface. A surface replacement project will then be scheduled once the analysis is complete. Please be advised that in the intervening days traffic in the affected area will travel over a milled surface. While this surface will be smoother than the section’s current condition, drivers are encouraged to proceed mindfully and with caution. Additional traffic impacts may also occur if a problem is discovered with the street’s base which necessitates its closure.
Please note that all project timelines are subject to change due to weather and other unforeseen circumstances. For questions or concerns on the emergency street repair project scheduled to begin on Lawndale Street tomorrow, Saturday, August 15, please contact Council Member Dave Martin’s office at 832-393-3008 or via email at districte@houstontx.gov.

 

August 13, 2015 in City Council

Construction to Resume on El Dorado Boulevard and Eastcape Drive Intersection Improvement Project

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 13, 2015
 
Contact: Lauren Laake (832) 393-3008
Construction to Resume on El Dorado Boulevard and 
Eastcape Drive Intersection Improvement Project
Houston, TX –  The City of Houston’s Public Works and Engineering Department (PWE) is set to resume construction at the intersection of El Dorado Boulevard and Eastcape Drive on Monday, August 17 to complete the installation of a new traffic signal. Median, sidewalk and wheelchair ramp improvements will also be constructed. Work on the project is expected to occur from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Monday – Friday.
Please be advised that the outside traffic lane on each side of El Dorado Boulevard near the intersection will be closed starting at 9:00 a.m. while construction is in progress. Standard traffic control measures such as warning signs and construction barrels will be in place on-site to alert motorists and direct traffic flow. Council Member Martin’s office has additionally worked with the Houston Police Department’s Clear Lake Division to request that officers monitor the location for traffic control assistance when possible.
The work commencing on August 17 is the second and final component of a larger intersection improvement project initiated at El Dorado Boulevard and Eastcape Drive by a resident request made to Council Member Dave Martin’s office. Improvements at the intersection also included the installation of an exclusive left-hand turn lane to accommodate larger traffic volumes, which was completed in early July and will open once all work has been completed.
Overall completion on the intersection improvement project at El Dorado Boulevard and Eastcape Drive is currently expected for late September 2015. Please note that all project timelines are subject to change due to weather. For questions or concerns, please contact Council Member Dave Martin’s office at (832) 393-3008 or via email at districte@houstontx.gov.
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