Super Neighborhood Alliance Virtual Meeting - October 12, 2026

The Super Neighborhood Alliance (SNA) held a virtual meeting on October 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The meeting included roll call, updates on communications, presentations from the Harris County Attorney and Councilmember Twila Carter, discussions on heavy trash collection, elections, and neighborhood issues. Key actions included approval of September minutes, updates on the code of conduct, and planning for upcoming officer elections.

Consent Calendar

• No consent calendar was explicitly discussed; however, the meeting proceeded with general business.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Multiple super neighborhood representatives raised concerns and asked questions during the presentations. Specific questions included: Vicky Moore asked about illegal dumping citations being dismissed due to lack of witnesses and suggested inspectors be allowed to serve as witnesses. Greg (super neighborhood 25) asked about the number of individuals served at the 419 Emancipation facility and their average length of stay. Stacy Fairchild thanked Councilmember Carter for decommissioning a homeless encampment under the I-10 Yale Bridge. Willie Rainwater asked about collaboration with surrounding counties on homelessness.

Discussion Items

• Communications Update: The SNA announced the official purchase of Constant Contact for one year to improve communication. Representatives were asked to fill out a Google form designating who has authorization to act on behalf of their super neighborhood. By meeting's end, 26 responses were received out of 51 active super neighborhoods.
• Code of Conduct: The code of conduct was discussed, with emphasis that making meetings a high priority does not penalize absences due to safety concerns or other reasons. The form for signing will be made available electronically.
• Heavy Trash Letter: A draft letter regarding heavy trash collection issues was shared via Google Drive. Representatives were asked to review it and be prepared to discuss and vote at the next meeting. The Houston Chronicle article on heavy trash was also referenced.
• Elections: The SNA announced upcoming elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions. Nominations are open, and a formal call will be sent in November.
• Deed Restriction Violations: Several representatives discussed instances where property lots were improperly rezoned from residential to commercial through falsified paperwork. Remedies were discussed, including contacting a deed restriction attorney (Paul Barnes) and referencing the list of six items the city will enforce.
• Super Neighborhood Grant Initiative: Darlene Parker reminded attendees that the new fiscal year grant is available ($500–$7,000). Project applications are due October 19, 2026, while administrative requests have until April 2027. Minutes proving super neighborhood approval must accompany applications.

Presentations

Harris County Attorney Abby Kamin

• Presented the 100-day report, focusing on saving taxpayer dollars, efficiency, and neighborhood actions against deed/title fraud, scams, and environmental issues (e.g., concrete batch plants, Hawthorne Landfill).
• Announced a new partnership with the District Attorney's office called POET (Protective Order Extended Team) to provide protective orders and wraparound services for domestic violence victims, noting that one-third of all homicides in Harris County are domestic violence-related.
• Encouraged reporting of deed fraud and slumlord issues to cao.outreach@harriscountytx.gov.
• Mentioned an upcoming event: "Families with Pride" at Discovery Green on October 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
• Emphasized early voting starting October 19, 2026, and the importance of voter participation.

Councilmember Twila Carter (At-Large)

• Discussed domestic violence awareness month, noting that 70% of law enforcement calls in Harris County involve domestic violence and Harris County leads the state in domestic violence fatalities. Her office has a purple billboard campaign ("I'm Okay" / "You Okay?") with QR codes in city restrooms linking to resources.
• Provided updates on homelessness: 419 Emancipation navigation center has served 453 individuals since opening, with an average stay of 64 days. The facility currently houses just over 200. She emphasized the need for more such centers and strong collaboration across counties.
• Requested community input on encampments and offered to connect the HOT team to address issues.
• Encouraged residents to contact her office directly (twila.carter@houstontx.gov).

Key Outcomes

• September Minutes Approved: Motion to approve the September meeting minutes was made by Super Neighborhood 36, seconded by Super Neighborhood 31, and passed without objection.
• Heavy Trash Letter: The draft letter was circulated; representatives are to review and prepare for discussion and a vote at the next meeting.
• Code of Conduct: Will be made available electronically for signing; no formal vote was taken.
• Elections: Officer elections (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary) will be held at a future meeting; nominations are open through November.
• Super Neighborhood Grant: Project applications due October 19, 2026; administrative requests due April 2027. Minutes of super neighborhood approval are required.
• Upcoming Events:
  • Fraud protection workshop (FBI) on October 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM, co-hosted by Museum Park Super Neighborhood.
  • Olivewood Fall Fest on October 15, 2026, from 6-8 PM (Trunk-or-Treat, resource fair).
  • Partnership event with Deltas on October 31, 2026, from 12-2 PM at Lakewood Park.
• Meeting Adjourned: Motion to adjourn was made and seconded, with all in favor.