Welcome to May 2026!
As always, we have at least one survey for you.
- Most important – City of Houston Budget Survey from CM Alcorn
- HGAC Regional Transportation Coordination Plan
- Harris County Flood Resilience Action Plan
Other helpful links:
Spring is an exciting time here in the East End, and there’s a lot going on in the neighborhoods before it gets too hot to be outside!
Resources from Super Neighborhood Meeting
We covered a lot of information at our March Super Neighborhood meeting. If you missed it, you can see what we talked about here.
- April Super Neighborhood Slide Deck
- Information about the HCC Community Partnership Meeting
- Information about HCC Summer Camps (grades 5-12)
Our Next Super Neighborhood Meeting
Our next Super Neighborhood meeting is going to be:
- Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Location: Magnolia Multiservice Center, 7037 Capitol St., Houston, TX 77011
News Around the Neighborhood
Neighbor News: Houston Country Club Place
The neighborhood has been working together to repair and refurbish the HCCP neighborhood identification sign. The pole was repaired, and a fresh coat of paint was added. Also, congratulations to this month’s Yard of the Month winner, Robert Gallegos!
The HCCP Civic Club’s biannual Garage Sale on Saturday, April 25, was a success, drawing a great turnout and strong sales despite the overcast weather. Huge thanks to all the residents who donated items, the volunteers who set up and took down the sale, St. Francis of the City Church for hosting in their parking lot, and a special resident for their generous donation to the HCCP Beautification Projects Fund and for helping fix the canopy. Proceeds from the sale will support the Civic Club’s ongoing efforts!
Questions? Contact civicclub.hccp@gmail.com
Next Country Club Place Meeting:
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:30 PM at 115 Jocelyn St. 77023
Neighbor News: Idylwood Civic Club
Idylwood had a fantastic April and is gearing up for a busy May.
In April, the Easter Egg Hunt was a success! Thank you to the Idylwood Social Committee for putting the event together for children in the neighborhood!
A reminder from the Idylwood Deed Restriction Committee: Short-term rentals are expressly prohibited (Section 4.1, Single Family Residential Use) in Idylwood. This includes renting any part of the Residential Dwelling to others for less than one (1) month.
Idylwood Events galore happening this month:
- Neighborhood Cleanup, May 16 from 8:30 to 10:30 am – meet in Spurlock Park.
- IdylWine in the Garden, May 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at 1404 N. MacGregor Way.
- Thirsty Third Thursday in the Park, May 21 – Social Committee kicks off its first Neighborhood Monthly Happy Hour event in Spurlock Park from 5 to 7pm. Event is BYOC (bring yer own chair).
Questions for the Civic Club? Reach out to president@idylwood.org
Next Idylwood Civic Club Meeting
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM at 1404 N MacGregor Way
Neighbor News: Eastwood Civic Association Spring Fiesta & Plant Swap
On April 23, Eastwood Civic Association hosted its annual Spring Fiesta and Plant Swap! We were lucky to have fantastic partners coming together, and even had visits from Sen. Carol Alvarado and Congressman Christian Menefee!
Next Eastwood Civic Association Meeting
Monday, May 4 at 6:30 PM, at the Ironworks Hall on 711 Milby St. (entrance on St. Joseph)
Voting Updates
There are ongoing and upcoming elections for our neighborhood to be mindful of. Mark your calendars and don’t forget to make a plan to vote!
Primary Runoff Elections on May 26
Harris County Judge
- Democratic runoff: Annise Parker vs. Letitia Plummer
- Republican runoff: Orlando Sanchez vs. Warren Howell
Congressional District 9 (newly redrawn)
- Republican runoff: Alex Mealer vs. Briscoe Cain.
- Democrat Leticia Gutierrez won the Democratic nomination.
Congressional District 18 (newly redrawn)
- Democratic runoff: Congressman Christian Menefee vs. Congressman Al Green
Lieutenant Governor
- Democrats Marcos Isaias Velez and Vikki Goodwin
US Senator
- Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton
Attorney General
- Democrats Nathan Johnson and Joe Jaworski
- Republicans Chip Roy and Mayes Middleton
Railroad Commissioner
- Republican Bo French and Jim Wright
District Clerk
- Democrats Alex Maldonado and Darrell Jordan Jr.
*This list is not inclusive of the entire ballot and is not an endorsement of any candidates. If there is no second party listed above, it is because the nomination has already been won. Please go to HarrisVotes.com to learn about your specific ballot and read about the candidates.
Solid Waste Update
Solid Waste Management Department has a new Customer Service Line to better support residents with questions and concerns and assist with inquiries related to collection services, cart concerns, recycling, and other issues.
Solid Waste Management Customer Service Line: 832-394-1453
Agents available Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
This line is intended for follow-up on existing 311 Service Requests.
Super Neighborhood Heavy Trash Pick-ups
Since we still need some help in getting heavy trash picked up, we are coordinating with Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia to conduct large-scale cleanups in the Super Neighborhood.
- May 9, 2026 – Harrisburg Hike & Bike Trail Cleanup
- June 13, 2026 – 64 Side of Super Neighborhood
- June 27, 2027 – 88 Side of Super Neighborhood
Locations TBD! Watch out on socials and email!
Upcoming Events
The Tejano Center is spearheading an effort to help residents improve their current situation through a grant fund for home repairs.
Also, we have a friendly reminder that we are one week away from the upcoming Citywide Positive Interaction (PIP) Meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026. This meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to meet the Chief, receive important updates, share concerns, and ask questions. Attendees will also have an opportunity to hear a presentation from the Burglary and Theft division.
Harrisburg Hike & Bike Trail Clean Up
- Where: Commerce & Drennan
- Date: Saturday, May 9
- Time: TBD
Finca Tres Robles – Salsa de Mayo!
- Where: 5715 Canal St.
- Date: Saturday, May 16
- Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spurlock Park Clean-up
- Where: Spurlock Park, Idlywood
- Date: Saturday, May 16
- Time: 8:30 AM
CM Willie Davis Townhall Meeting #2
- Where: 9800 Town Park Dr, 77036
- Date: Monday, May 18
- Time: 5:45 PM
CM Twila Carter Coffee & Conversation
- Where: City Hall, 901 Bagby
- Date: Tuesday May 19
- Time: 8:00 AM
Super Neighborhood Budget Workshop with Controller Hollins
- RSVP HERE!
- Where: Kirby Ice House Memorial City
- Date: Thursday May 21
- Time: 6:30 PM
Super Neighborhood Heavy Trash Clean Up #1
- Where: TBD
- Date: Saturday June 13
- Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 PM
Super Neighborhood Heavy Trash Clean Up #2
- Where: TBD
- Date: Saturday June 27
- Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 PM
Metro Updates
🚌 New Airport Service — Route 500 Downtown Direct
METRO has expanded its Route 500 Downtown Direct to now include Hobby Airport, in addition to its existing service to Bush Intercontinental Airport. The route now features six northbound and six southbound stops, creating a direct public transit link between Houston’s two major airports through downtown. The one-way fare is $4.50. The expansion is timed ahead of the FIFA World Cup this summer, which is expected to bring a major influx of travelers to the city.
💳 New Fare System — RideMETRO
METRO launched its new RideMETRO fare system, replacing the old METRO Q Fare Card and Q Mobile Ticketing App. Customers can now tap or scan to pay using the RideMETRO Fare Card (physical or virtual), credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or cash. METRO Q Fare Cards cannot be used after April 4.
- Regular fares remain $1.25 for most METRO services, with a discounted fare of 60 cents. Park & Ride commuter express fares range from $2–$4.50 depending on where you board.
For the most up-to-date information, visit www.ridemetro.org.
Houston City Council actions in March
HPD-ICE Coordination Ordinance
On April 8, the council passed a 12-5 ordinance limiting how long police could detain people on civil immigration warrants and eliminating a rule that allowed officers to wait 30 minutes for ICE agents. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office then threatened to revoke about $114 million in public safety grants unless Mayor John Whitmire reversed the measure, leading to a 13-4 vote on April 22 that significantly walked back the original ordinance.
City budget and $170M deficit
The city is facing a more than $170 million budget deficit when the fiscal year ends in June, as budget season gets underway and the ICE funding fight intensifies the financial pressure.
Renaming Cesar Chavez Boulevard
On April 1, the council discussed renaming the boulevard to Dolores Huerta Boulevard, with the mayor supporting an expedited process that includes a 30-day neighbor review period.
District C Special Election Underway
A special election to fill Abbie Kamin’s seat produced no majority winner among seven candidates, sending Joe Panzarella and Nick Hellyar to a May 16 runoff.
FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations
The city expects to spend about $65 million in grant money on public safety initiatives for the upcoming World Cup matches in June, which have become entangled in the ICE funding dispute.
Helpful resources from committee meetings in April
Quality of Life Committee
Budget And Fiscal Affairs Committee
- Upcoming Financial Transactions
- FY26 Quarterly Overtime Report
- Audit Division Update
- FY2026 Annual Audit Plan
- HITS and ARA Payroll Application Security Control Audit
- Enterprise Risk Assessment FY2025
Economic Development Committee
Resilience Committee
Service Delivery Committee
Arts & Culture Committee – no meeting this month
Ethics and Governance Committee – no meeting this month
Housing and Affordability Committee – no meeting this month
Labor Committee
Public Safety Committee