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Harris County Commissioners Approve New Precinct Lines

December 7, 2021
NEW PRECINCT BOUNDARIES ARE INDICATED IN COLOR. OLD BOUNDARIES ARE INDICATED WITH LINES.

By Judge Lina Hidalgo

HARRIS COUNTY – Based on the new census data released earlier this year, Harris County is required to redraw its commissioner precinct maps to reflect changes in population and comply with the “one person, one vote” principle. As one of the fastest growing communities in America, redistricting is important because it ensures that each elected precinct commissioner represents a roughly equal number of residents as populations shift over time.

The County undergoes this process every ten years and it is important to know what redistricting does and does not do. This redistricting process will ensure that every resident in our community has fair and equal representation in our county government. Redistricting will not cause any interruption of road and bridge maintenance. Your access to parks, community centers, libraries and other county facilities is not affected by which precinct you live in. Ambulance and police services likewise are not impacted by any changes to commissioner precinct redistricting. Additionally, any changes to precinct boundaries will be accompanied by proper and timely planning across Harris County government to ensure a smooth and seamless transition.

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Driver All-Inclusive Park opens Saturday

December 7, 2021

ALDINE – One year ago, Pct. 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia held a groundbreaking for a new type of public park, that he named “all-inclusive.” This Saturday, the public is invited to the Grand Opening of that park, with a ribbon cutting ceremony that starts at 11:00 am at the park on Bentley, adjacent to the Northeast Community Center.

James Driver Park will be a regional destination for persons of all ages and abilities.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia said, “We have to make sure that we recognize the fact that people, children in particular, with physical and cognitive disabilities are among the largest underrepresented minority groups in the Houston/ Harris County area, and we need to do more for them.”

“This park will be addressing an entire spectrum of special needs – a space where children with disabilities can play alongside with friends and siblings, as well as their parents, caregivers, physical therapists, educators, or even physicians.”

The $7.6 million project, has already been recognized as having an important role in the county.

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Aldine ISD Opens New Young Women’s Leadership Academy

December 7, 2021
YWLA Student Katelyn Herrera, Assistant Superintendent Latonia Amerson, Board Trustee Rose Avalos, Board Trustee Connie Esparza, YWLA Principal Dr. Jericah Jackson, Former Aldine ISD Board of Trustee and Campus Namesake, Otice Parker, Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney, CEO of YWPN Lynn McBee, Board of Trustee Paul Shanklin, Chief Transformation Officer Adrian Bustillos and YWLA Student Joelena Danful.

On Friday, November 19, the district held an official opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest school Aldine Young Women’s Leadership Academy at Parker (YWLA). The all-girls campus opened its doors to sixth and seventh-grade girls on August 16.

Special guests present included Yuroba Harris with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s Office, Ayanna Pierre with State Representative Senfronia Thompson’s Office, Miriam Laeky with the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Jo-Anne Reed with the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Education, Lynn McBee, CEO of Young Women’s Preparatory Network, Rick Ogden, former Aldine ISD Board Member, Otice Parker, former Aldine ISD Board Member and Aldine Young Women’s Leadership Academy at Parker namesake, and business and community partners.

YWLA has been a two-year journey. Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney first mentioned a single-gender school during the 2020 State of the District ceremony.

“I promised that I would create a school for girls. We wanted our young women to have a space where they felt empowered. We wanted our young women to have leadership opportunities and unique learning experiences, including a chance to hear directly from women working in STEM fields. Allowing them to explore career pathways and thrive academically and socially. It has truly been a labor of love. This school and this environment will further support our girls as they journey towards success,” Goffney said.

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MacArthur HS student arrested for gun possession

December 7, 2021

HOUSTON – A MacArthur High School student was taken into custody Thursday after pulling a loaded gun on another student during an argument, school officials say.

According to Aldine ISD, two students were involved in a verbal altercation in the gymnasium locker room. One of the students brandished a gun, but did not fire the weapon. The student left the campus and has since been arrested without incident.

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