The Punch List – Tom S. Ramsey, Pct 3 Commissioner, Harris County

JANUARY 2023

LETTER FROM THE COMMISSIONER

Happy New Year! As you look to achieve your goals for 2023, I hope you keep us in mind. We have plenty of free programs in our community centers, trails and fitness equipment in our parks, and educational classes to help make this your best year yet!

As for me and the rest of the Precinct 3 team, we will continue our commitment to you for improved neighborhood safety, quality maintenance of our roads, parks, and drainage, and spending your taxpayer dollars responsibly.

Thank you for allowing us to serve you. On behalf of Precinct 3, we wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2023!

Sincerely,

Commissioner Tom Ramsey

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IMPORTANT ENVIRONMENTAL & SAFETY NEWS

Excavation Begins on San Jacinto Waste Pits

The San Jacinto River Waste Pits have been a health concern for the Houston-Galveston region for decades. Last month, the EPA reported that excavation has begun. Read more here.

Commissioner Ramsey Partners with Law Enforcement to Combat Crime

Commissioner Tom Ramsey is providing license plate reading technology to law enforcement in Harris County, improving their efforts in identifying criminal activity. Read more here.

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GET ACTIVE WITH US

Community Center Programs

Our community centers give you the ability to gather for many events including fitness classes and group activities. Our seven centers are filled with fun programs for all. Find one near you and sign up for your favorite class here. See you soon!

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PRECINCT 3 MAINTENANCE CREWS IN ACTION

The Art of Curb Repair

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ON THE ROAD

Timber Forest Drive Bridge is now open!

Residents traveling from Humble to Atascocita, and driving kiddos to and from Centennial Elementary can now use the new Timber Forest Drive Bridge. The bridge features four lanes for safe travel over the Union Pacific Railroad tracks and new sidewalks for walkers, joggers, and bicyclists.

This project was completed by Harris County Precinct 3 Office of Commissioner Tom Ramsey, P.E. in partnership with Humble Independent School District. Read more about it here.

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OTHER PRECINCT 3 OFFERINGS

Attention Precinct 3 residents 50 years of age and older: Would you like to go on an adventure and create memories with friends? Join us on one of our bus trips!

To register and find a trip near you, click here and select Upcoming Trips.

Looking to improve your fishing skills? Maybe you’d like to learn a new craft, get active, or just hang out with friends. Precinct 3 Parks and Community Centers offer many activities for all!

Don’t miss out. Click here and select Events and Registration

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PRECINCT 3 RESOURCE GUIDE

ROAD & BRIDGE MAINTENANCE CAMPS

Spring Service Center

4603 Spring Cypress Road

Spring, Texas 77388

Humble Service Center

2302 Atascocita Road

Humble, TX 77396

To request service: (713) 274-3100

Submit requests online here.


OTHER USEFUL CONTACTS

Parks & Reservations: (713) 274-0930

Bus Program: (832) 927-6820

Special Events: (713) 274-3151 

Main Office: (713) 274-3000

E-mail:pct3@pct3.hctx.net

Community Centers: To find the location nearest you, click here.

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Lake Houston Community Association Board Meeting

The quarterly meeting of the Lake Houston Community Association Board will be held by Zoom on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Agenda Below:

Below is the information and link to join the meeting. Just click on the link at the meeting time to join.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 393 845 1660
Passcode: 8EXyci
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Cheer – Joy – Laughter – Merry-Making – Delightful – Wonder

The Enclave Christmas Dinner

Saturday, December 3 at Amedeo’s

We had a great time and look forward to more of you joining us next year!

Enjoying the company so much, missed taking photos of the wonderful entree, but had to take one of the dessert — Bread Pudding!

Best Trash Increase – Effective January 1, 2023

Best Trash has notified the Lake Houston Community Association, the Enclave HOA, of a rate increase.*  The new rate, including taxes, for curbside service will be $59.17 quarterly per residence effective January 1, 2023.

*The new amount increase includes an automatic component of the contract based on the Consumer Price Index-All Urban Consumers and additional expenses incurred associated with 2021 supply chain issues impacting the cost and availability for spare parts and collection containers, labor shortages/wage increases, and the pace and magnitude of diesel costs which have become a permanent part of their operating costs. 

Reminder — LHCA Annual Meeting, Wed., November 16

The Annual Meeting of the Lake Houston Community Association, the Homeowners Association, will be held remotely on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. You may choose to attend by Zoom with video, or by audio on your phone. Members will still be able to comment, will be able to see the Board members (by Zoom), and will be able to participate in the Resident Speaker portion of the meeting as set forth in the Agenda (three-minute limit per speaker).

Instructions for joining the meeting by Zoom with video on your computer: Click on the link below and then click “Join the Meeting” (you do not need to download any software to your system).

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Meeting ID: 882 4645 4094
Passcode: 824721
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