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The Court team will be hitting the road to visit several neighborhood National Night Out gatherings We are looking forward to meeting with citizens and handing out traffic safety materials If your neighborhood would like a visit, please contact the Court at 281 842 0401
Other cart path repairs that began at the beginning of June were completed the last week of July.
Municipal Court Week!
ChildhoodImmunizations
Victor Delgado Martinez, Solid Waste Worker for the Public Works Department, was awarded Employee of the 2nd Quarter Solid waste collection is not the most glamorous job in the City When it is done very well, most people don’t notice it at all However, it is a critical service for the health and quality of life for the community Victor has been showing up almost every day to do his job for over a decade while training and encouraging others to do great work as well Thank you, Victor, and congratulations!
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The City of La Porte maintains a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System to transport stormwater The City has also created a Storm Water Management Program to manage the quality of discharge from the system This program includes best management practices and schedules for implementation to address six minimum control measures. For more information, visit LaPorteTX.gov/StormWater. HAPPENINGS
This fall, the Court’s juvenile community service R O C K program will be participating in the La Porte Community Civic Club’s Day of Service on October 8th The fall program will feature James Odom, Dr Windell Gill, and Deborah Thornton who will discuss emotional intelligence, decision making, anger management, vaping, and drunk, impaired, and distracted driving, as well as other current topics
The cart path and bulkhead repairs have been completed 450 foot of bulkhead on hole #11 has been installed along with 8,000 square feet of new sod Along with the bulkhead repair, hole #11 had 785 square feet of new cart path replaced and the cart path has been rerouted for more convenience to the golfer.
Free child safety seats are provided to families who qualify Please contact Lt Christina Hernandez at 281 470 0073 to register
CPRTraining
Free car seat checks are provided by a certified technician Car seat checks are available by appointment only on the following dates at EMS Headquarters, 10428 Spencer Highway: 10/06, 10/20, 11/03, 11/17, 12/01, 12/15, & 12/29 Call 281 471 9244 for an appointment
CITY
Celebrate Municipal Court Week at the City Courthouse November 7 11! We will join municipal courts across Texas in showing appreciation for the City's dedicated team and share with the public the important role that local courts play in the criminal justice system Traffic safety materials will be on display in the lobby and all visitors are encouraged to participate in the festivities and leave with some goodies!
EMS is offering the following CPR courses at EMS headquarters: 10/15 Heartsaver $28; 11/05 Healthcare Provider $32; 12/03 Heartsaver $28 Cash payment is due on the day of the class
SafeRiders
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National Night Out
Drive through immunization clinics are currently held from 9 AM 12 PM on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the City of La Porte EMS Headquarters Vaccines are available for children 18 years of age and younger; no fee and no appointment required
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CarSeatSafetyInspections
MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM
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A total of 48K square feet of the original cart path was taken out and replaced with new concrete supported with rebar Holes #1, #2, #3, #4, #8, #16, #17, #18 and part of hole #9 & #10 have new cart path for smoother rides for Bay Forest golfers
Juvenile Community Service R.O.C.K. Program
The classes are introduced to firefighters as positive role models to seek help from. They are shown various types of bunker gear and air packs to let the child know the different appearances a firefighter has No matter the appearance of a firefighter, they are there to help! They are introduced to the definition of an emergency, how to dial 911, and how to stop, drop, and roll.
Fire Alarms & Closed Doors
FIRE ESCAPE PLAN
Your ability to get out of your home during a fire depends on advanced planning and warnings from smoke alarms Make sure you have a plan and that you practice the plan with your whole family If you have questions or need assistance in preparing an Escape Plan, please contact the La Porte Fire Marshal’s office at 281 867 4603 or visit us at LaPorteTX.gov/FireMarshal
Tell guests or visitors to your home about your family's fire escape plan When staying overnight at other people's homes, ask about their escape plan. If they don't have a plan in place, offer to help them make one This is especially important when children are permitted to attend sleepovers at friends' homes
Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as one or two minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Install alarms on every level of the home
Under no circumstances should you ever go back into a burning building If someone is missing, inform 911 when you call Firefighters have the skills and equipment to perform rescues
FIFTH GRADE
Share the Info
For more information, about the La Porte Fire Department go to Lpfd.net or visit nfpa.org/public-education.
Assign Assistance
The Fire Marshal's Office Deputies review the importance of having a working smoke alarm in every room and how and when to change the batteries, along with what to do when a smoke alarm sounds Afterwards, the students are able to view the fire trucks and ask questions of the firefighters.
If there are infants, older adults, or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in the fire drill and in the event of an emergency Assign a backup person, too, in case the designee is not home during the emergency
These students get hands on training about the different types of extinguishers to explain how to best put out different types of fires. Firefighters provide the third graders with house props and water can extinguishers to demo putting out a fire
Choose an outside meeting place (i e neighbor's house, a light post, mailbox, or stop sign) a safe distance in front of your home where everyone can meet after they've escaped Make sure to mark the location of the meeting place on your escape plan
Fourth graders get to participate in pumper races They are shown how water is accessed from a fire hydrant through the connection of the hoses and nozzles. The students are then paired up to try it themselves in a fun quick race
Check your number
THIRD GRADE
Pick a Place
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
Pull together everyone in your household and make a plan Walk through your home and inspect all possible exits and escape routes Households with children should consider drawing a floor plan of their home, marking two ways out of each room, including windows and doors Also, mark the location of each smoke alarm
Fire Prevention Week is observed each year In commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage This horrific incident killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land While the source of this fire was not determined, its effects created a lasting impression This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Fire won’t wait Plan your escape ’ works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires Today’s homes burn faster than ever You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds Your ability to get out of a home during a fire depends on an early warning from smoke alarms and planning
FOURTH GRADE
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When you walk through your plan, check to make sure the escape routes are clear and doors and windows can be opened easily
Security Bars
OUTREACH
Go outside to see if your street number is clearly visible from the road If not, paint it on the curb or install house numbers to ensure that responding emergency personnel can find your home.
Once you're out, stay out!
FIRST & SECOND GRADE
Fire Prevention week ends with the fifth graders. The students visit the La Porte Fire Training Field and are shown behind the scenes to see what goes into fighting a fire, from the 911 call coming in to the fire being put out These demonstrations help students connect to their knowledge of fire safety
Make a Plan
Escape Routes
If windows or doors in your home have security bars, make sure that the bars have emergency release devices inside so that they can be opened immediately in an emergency Emergency release devices won't compromise your security but they will increase your chances of safely escaping a home fire
During Fire Prevention Week, the La Porte Fire Department and Fire Marshal's Office team up to visit all elementary schools within La Porte to teach students from Pre K to the fifth grade about fire safety and what to do in the event of a fire PRE-K/KINDERGARTEN
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Freese and Nichols is the Comprehensive Plan Update lead with assistance from Leland Group
La Porte is planning for its future with an update to the Comprehensive Plan The City’s previous Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2012 and updated in 2018 This Plan is named Future by the Bay to celebrate the City’s prime location and forward looking vision. The Comprehensive Plan is a document that envisions what the City will look like in the next 10 to 20 years. It will help the City maintain its character, enhance the quality of life for its residents and support economic development. The Plan will be organized into several chapters covering various topics like land use, transportation, parks, economic development, and housing. The Plan will conclude with an implementation section on how to best accomplish the community’s goals.
Have you heard about the La Porte Comprehensive Plan? LaPorte2040.com Visit the project website at for project materials and updates on the plan! Voterregistrationtakes30daystobecomevalid,sodon'twait! AREYOUELECTIONREADY? For more information, contact: Teresa Evans, Director of Planning and Development, EvansT@LaPorteTX gov, (281) 470 5056
The process will include several opportunities to give input where the community can engage at their comfort level. Whether attending focus group meetings, taking the online survey, or attending an in person community open house, there will be plenty of chances to provide input throughout the process. The community’s input will shape this Plan as they imagine what they want their City to be in the future This is why it is critical for residents, business owners, professionals, and youth to participate in the planning process
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The switch to AlertLP allows residents to receive alerts via phone, text, and email, and answer poll questions that will give the City of La Porte critical information during emergency situations Individuals who were previously signed up for alerts under SwiftReach will be automatically enrolled in AlertLP and do not need to sign up again, but are encouraged to review and update their information in the new platform to ensure accuracy.
The La Porte Office of Emergency Management has announced that AlertLP is now available to all residents, replacing the previous SwiftReach system. AlertLP is a free service that allows individuals to receive notifications sent from local authorities to stay informed on potentially hazardous situations involving weather, traffic, hazardous materials, and other emergencies
Residents and travelers to La Porte who were not previously signed up for alerts from the city should sign up for free at LaPorteTX gov/StayConnected to receive timely and actionable emergency alerts via email, text, or voice message They can also identify when and how they are alerted and communicated with before, during, and after emergencies
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the La Porte Office of Emergency Management at 281 470 0010 or by email OEM@LaPorteTX.gov.
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The La Porte Parks & Recreation Department publishes a quarterly program guide! Pick one up in person at the Recreation & Fitness Center or view the online version at 7 LAPORTETX.GOV/FUNTIMESBYTHEBAY KID'S NIGHT KOUT ID'S NIGHT OUT PARKS & PRECREATION ARKS & RECREATION 2 COOL 4 2S'COOL COOL 4 S'COOL THANKSGIVING BREAK CAMP TTURKEY HANKSGIVING BREAK CAMP TURKEY WINTER BREAK WCAMPS INTER BREAK CAMPS YOUTH WINTER BASKETBALL YLEAGUE OUTH WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE Kid's Night Out is always held on the second Friday of the month and will be filled with games, pizza, crafts, a movie, and more! Parents can enjoy a night out while we watch the kids! Space is limited! Only $15 per child | Grades K - 6th | 5:oo PM - 10:00 PM When school is out, we’ve got you covered! We have one-day camps on Oct 7 & 10, Nov 8, and Jan 3 & 16. Campers will participate in a variety of activities based on a fun theme. Space is limited! $20 per camper | Grades K - 6th | 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Join us for this 3-day camp packed with fun, games, crafts, a field trip, and more! Registration open October 1 – November 14. Space is limited! $40 per camper | Grades K - 6th | 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM We have two winter break camps packed with fun, games, crafts, field trips, and more! Camp will be held December 19 – 22 (Week 1), and December 27 – 30 (Week 2). Registration open November 1 – December 12. Space is limited! $60 per camper | Grades K - 6th | 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Grades K - 8th (coed) | $55 per player includes game jersey Tryouts (2nd Grade & Up) will be held during the week of November 14 – 16. Tryout schedule can be found online at LaPorteTX.gov/youthbasketball. Hard registration deadline of November 7 with no late registration and space is limited! Practices begin the week of December 5. Games run January 14 March 5. Most games played on Saturdays but some Sunday afternoon games are possible. Volunteer coaches needed! Registration is available online at laportetx.gov/register or by visiting the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center.
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