Commissioner R. Jack Cagle
AUGUST 2020
I write to you with a message of hope and encouragement. Although our world these days may seem bleak when we watch the news, this coronavirus pandemic will not break our spirit. In the midst of this storm, Harris County Precinct 4 still celebrates many small triumphs.
Commissioners Court recently passed the Small Business Recovery Fund (SBRF) program offering up to $30 million in grants to small businesses. We hope these funds, provided by our federal partners under the CARES Act, will give businesses the spark needed to survive this pandemic and serve us long into the future.
Those in need may also qualify for food, masks, and other assistance. Learn more about some of these resources below.
In Precinct 4, we offer an abundance of beautiful parks to explore and virtual programs to see. Your county workers also continue to repair streets, build roads, and find contactless ways to provide entertainment and recreation.
My staff recently hosted a virtual concert spotlighting the music of The Beatles. The event reached 13,298 people and received 5,900 unique views as of July 21! While the pandemic continues, we hope to present many more virtual programs like this to inspire and entertain you. Don’t miss a special video message from me introducing our Greek Readers Theater and summer reading program on Aug. 1. I also encourage you to check out the virtual 19th Annual Precinct 4 Opry on Aug. 7 for pop, rock, and country hits from the past.
Stay tuned for details on Precinct 4’s Facebook page.
Stay safe, wash your hands, and remember that your servants here in Precinct 4 continue to serve you.
Featured Articles
View the 19th Annual Precinct 4 Opry on Facebook
The 19th annual Precinct 4 Opry has gone virtual!
Tune in to the Precinct 4 Facebook page on August 7 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. to catch musicians Michael and Ginny Hix with the Holla Band as they perform pop, rock, and country hits from the past.
Commissioner R. Jack Cagle and the Texas Swing Unlimited Band will open the show with a crowd-pleasing performance.
The Precinct 4 Opry is an annual fundraiser that helps support Fun4Seniors, the nonprofit organization of Harris County Precinct 4 Encore! Although the Opry is usually a ticketed event, this year’s event will appear free on Facebook because of local and state guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fun4Seniors provides funding to support recreational, social, and educational opportunities that enhance the lives of adults 50 and over.
COVID-19 Resources: Find Masks, Food, and Hand Sanitizer
Do you need assistance?
Families in need may qualify for masks, food, hand sanitizer, and other essential supplies.
Click here for a list of resources.
New Testing Location in Precinct 4
COVID-19 testing continues in Precinct 4. Testing is available from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, at the Klein ISD Police Department, 7407 Louetta Road in Spring.
If the heat index reaches 108 degrees, the site will close at 1 p.m. For more information, click here.
Precinct 4’s High-Water Rescue Team
A Sweet Parade Coming to Precinct 4
Harris County Precinct 4 Encore! invites everyone 50 and older to drive by, honk, and wave at the Fun4Seniors Ice Cream Parade.
Decorate your vehicle and drive by for a cool time. Snow Dogs Ice Cream Truck will be on the scene serving up some of your all-time favorite ice cream bars. There is a limit of one ice cream per person. The event is free, but reservations are required.
Click here for more information or call 713-274-4050 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Back To School With Precinct 4
Precinct 4 parks have provided a source of learning for schools within the precinct for many years through targeted programs and resources. School districts, including Klein, Tomball, Aldine, Humble, and Cy-Fair, continue to benefit from taking part in everything local parks have to offer.
Though school may be different for students and families this year, Precinct 4 parks continue to do their part to provide educational resources.
Learn more about Precinct 4’s virtual learning resources by clicking here
Building Better Roads
The benefits of roadways are well documented – they can connect communities, promote economic development, and provide opportunities for growth. But, like many modern structures, they can also damage the environment, absorb heat, and disrupt natural drainage.
Fortunately, new design standards allow Harris County to minimize those drawbacks and maximize the benefits. By embracing new design standards, Precinct 4 can build environmentally friendly roadways at a lower cost than traditional ones.
This article appeared in the last issue ofPrecinct4Update. To subscribe, click here
Keep Cool! Get the Scoop! Ice Cream Parade
Summer is the Busiest Time of Year for Road Repairs
I scream, you scream, we all scream for sweet ice cream and pops!
Cool off Houston’s summer heat by attending the Mangum-Howell Center drive-thru ice cream parade on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Participants must stay in their cars and proceed along the driveway to be safely served inside their vehicle.
Registration is required. Please call 281-591-7830 to sign up; ice cream is limited.
t’s the season for outdoor fun. But for Precinct 4’s Road & Bridge Department, it’s also one of the busiest times of the year for road maintenance.
Precinct 4’s Road & Bridge Department works almost daily from March through December, mowing along county roads to control weeds, beautify the community, enhance visibility, and improve drainage.
Upcoming Events
Fun4Kids Program at Mangum-Howell Center: Stay Fit and Active
Staying motivated to keep fit and active in all seasons can be a challenge. Kick off your summer by picking up an activity kit on Friday, Aug. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. With this activity kit, you can get in workouts without taking up a lot of space. Participants must stay in their cars and proceed along the driveway to be safely given a kit inside their vehicle. Registration is required. Please call 281-591-7830 to sign up, as supplies are limited.Â
Virtual Lunch Bunch at Mercer: Big Bend Camping and Collections Trip
Mercer staff recently traveled to Texas Big Bend country on an expedition to search the unique ecosystem for isolated oak species. Mercer’s greenhouse manager, Jacob Martin, and Brandon Hubbard, the manager of The Mercer Society’s Horticultural Propagation Center, will share their Big Bend journey on Wednesday, Aug. 12, at noon. Observe collected plant specimens, learn about plants identified on the trip, and understand the importance of plant collection trips. For more information, call 713-274-4160.
Wildlife Photography at Jones Park
Enjoy a presentation from a member of the Kingwood Photo Club on Saturday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m. Learn tips for snapping the perfect shot and discovering the wonders of outdoor photography. Ages 10 and older. Reservations required beginning Wednesday, Aug. 12.For more information, please call 281-446-8588 or visit www.hcp4.net/jones.
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