In recognition of the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) and regional partners’ H-GAC Regional Plan Project, Council Member Melissa Noriega encourages community members to provide their ideas, priorities and visions to keep their community and the region thriving, healthy and attractive for generations to come. Continue Reading »
Houston not only beat every other large metropolitan area in the U.S. in terms of the world’s fastest-growing economies, but it also topped all other large metropolitan areas in the eastern hemisphere, according to a report from the Brookings Institution released on Wednesday. Continue Reading »
Council Member Melissa Noriega is pleased to announce her appointment as Chair of the new Transportation, Technology and Infrastructure Committee. Her colleague, Council Member Oliver Pennington will assume the role of Vice Chair of this twelve member committee.
Council Member Noriega is honored to be appointed by Mayor Parker and looks forward to continuing the work of the city.
Community members who ride on the 48 Navigation, 49 Chimney Rock and 30 Clinton routes are encouraged to attend the METRO workshops to discuss alternatives to these route discontinuations. The workshops are in response to the METRO public hearing held on December 5, 2011.
Council Member Melissa Noriega urges all community riders on these routes to participate in the METRO workshops by providing their valuable input and concerns to METRO.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
William S. Holland Middle School – Cafeteria
1600 Gellhorn Drive
Houston, Texas 77029
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Westbury High School – Lecture Hall
11911 Chimney Rock
Houston, Texas 77035
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Ellis Memorial Church of God in Christ – Fellowship Hall
412 Massachusetts Street
Houston, Texas 77029
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Our tree is up, the stockings are hung, and my high school freshman is finally done with finals. Whew!
I’m looking forward to the holidays, and I’m anxious to kickoff 2012! I’ll begin my 3rd term as Houston City council member, and I’ll have the opportunity to get to know and work with new colleagues who will bring fresh perspectives to City Hall. Continue Reading »
City Hall will honor the University of Houston Cougar football team by illuminating City Hall in COUGAR RED beginning Friday, December 2, 2011 through Sunday, December 4, 2011. The Cougar football team completed their regular season undefeated, a first in school history, and will play before a nationally- televised audience this Saturday, December 3, 2011 for the Conference USA Championship. Continue Reading »
Because Houston has restricted use by its own residents, neighboring cities that buy Houston water ought to consider how they use it, some City Council members say.
Houston has limited lawn watering within the city limits to twice a week since August. The Chronicle reported Sunday that there are no such limits on residents of neighboring communities whose city halls or water agencies resell water purchased from Houston. Continue Reading »
As many of you know, I worked 27 years for the Houston Independent School District, beginning under Superintendent Billy Reagan. I first had this casserole at a potluck gathering in his office at the administration office. I thought it was so good, I asked for the recipe from Joe Angle, the Deputy Superintendent who brought it. The Noriega family has enjoyed it ever since.
Melissa
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Thanks to your vote and the support of our fellow Houstonians, I have been re-elected to serve on the Houston City Council.
Thank you for the faith you place in me as a community leader. I’m energized for a productive third term at City Hall.
I look forward to joining with you and others to tackle our city’s immediate problems and ensure Houston remains a great place to live, work and raise a family for years to come.
Thank you again for you friendship and support.
Melissa
The City Council elections are well on their way and members are busy as usual. Melissa Noriega, City Council Member At-Large Position #3 is maintaining her positive energy, composure and dedicated momentum during this busy time in an effort to continue serving Houston. The Venture spoke to Noriega and learned about her plans, her goals and give students political advice. Continue Reading »
