Friday, September 18, 2015

Houston Equal Rights Ordinance ("HERO")


The Houston Equal Rights Ordinance (HERO) protects ALL Houstonians from discrimination in employment, housing, and places of public accommodations.

HERO protects all Houstonians
No one should be discriminated against because of their:
 

1.      Race
2.      Age
3.      Sex
4.      Color
5.      Ethnicity
6.      National Origin
7.      Religion
8.      Sexual Orientation
9.      Disability
10.  Pregnancy
11.  Familial Status
12.  Gender Identity
13.  Genetic Information
14.  Military Status
15.  Marital Status 

All major cities have nondiscrimination protections
HERO mirrors federal laws and workplace policies many private employers have in place. In fact, our nondiscrimination ordinance is similar to measures passed by every other major city in the country, that’s why it was supported by more than 80 current and former elected officials, community and non-profit organizations, major corporations, and more than 70 local faith leaders.

Stop the fearmongering
Those fighting to repeal HERO want you to believe that our nondiscrimination ordinance allows men in women’s restrooms. That’s simply NOT true. It is ILLEGAL – with or without HERO – for a man to go into a women’s restroom or a woman to go into a men’s restroom to commit a crime. Anyone who says differently is misleading you. 
 

Let’s be clear
No matter the color of your skin, your age, gender, who you worship, or sexual orientation, every Houstonian deserves the right to be treated equally. That’s exactly what HERO helps ensure.
 

Like many of you, I thank my parents for instilling in me the value of respect and belief that every person should be treated fairly, civilly, and with dignity. This principle, reinforced by my religious faith, guides my life and motivates me to serve you. 

2015 Elections

Election season is here! It is time to elect a Mayor, Houston City Council – District I, Houston Independent School (HISD) District Trustee, Houston Community College (HCC) Trustee and countless other races.

Early voting is October 19 – 30, and Election Day is November 3.

We are very fortunate to have strong representation who are up for re-election:
• Robert Gallegos, Houston City Council District I
• Juliet Stipeche, HISD Trustee
• Eva Laredo, HCC Trustee

Early voting locations:
• Harris County Administration Building: 1001 Preston Street, 1st Floor, 77002
• Downtown-East: 4410 Navigation Boulevard, 77011
• Metropolitan Multi-Services Center: 1475 W. Gray Street, 77019

Let your voice be heard by voting in this election.

Sunday, May 18, 2014

Update from the DSNC President

2014 is off to very good start! At this point, we are working with neighboring Civic Clubs and Super Neighborhoods on the following initiatives that could impact downtown and east downtown:

-METRO Harrisburg Rail Line
-Houston Equal Rights Ordinance
-Gus Wortham / Botanical Garden

The Downtown Super Neighborhood does not endorse any of these initiatives, but members are encouraged to get involved as Constituent of the District.

We have new City Council Member, Robert Gallegos. To this end, we are allowing him time to ramp up in his role. Our annual meeting will be in August or September 2014, at which time we will hear from our elected officials relative to progress in downtown and east downtown.

Please email questions or concerns to: dsnc61@gmail.com

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

District I CIP Meeting

Please join members of the DSNC at the District I CIP meeting on Wednesday, February 19, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the E.B. Cape Center, 4501 Leeland Street, 77023.

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

August 2013 Meeting Agenda

Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Time: 6:00am – 7:30pm
Location: Tellepsen Downtown Y (808 Pease Street, 77002)
Parking is free after 5:00pm at surrounding LAM parking lots

AGENDA
6:00pm
Call to Order and Introductions
Founder and President, James Dinkins

6:10pm
Keynote Speaker
Senator Sylvia R. Garcia

6:30pm
The Importance of Civic Engagement
Mayor Annise Parker

6:50pm
School Bond Updates
HISD Trustee, Juliet Stipeche

7:00pm
National Night Out
Houston Police Department

7:10pm
City Council Candidate
Robert Gallegos

7:20pm
Barrio Dogs
Gloria Zenteno

7:25pm
Proud 2B Tejano
Jose Vega

7:30pm
Adjourn

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

May 2013 Meeting Agenda

Downtown Super Neighborhood Council (DSNC)
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Tellepsen Downtown YMCA, 808 Peace, Houston, Texas 77002

AGENDA
6:00pm Call to Order and Introductions
DSNC Vice President, Ross Broussard

6:10pm City Updates
Mayor’s Citizen Assistance Office, Jack Valinski

6:20pm Neighboring Updates
President of Country Club Civic Club, Robert Gallegos

6:40pm Harris County District Clerk’s Office
Harris County District Clerk, Chris Daniel

7:00pm Houston Police Department Updates
Captain, Bryan Barnett

7:20pm Temenos CDC / Bread of Life, Inc.
CEO for Campus Non-Profits, Dana Hogan

7:30pm Adjourn

Sunday, January 13, 2013

2013 Meeting Dates

The DSNC will meet from 6-7:30pm, at the downtown Y on:

-Wednesday, February 6
-Wednesday, May 8
-Wednesday, August 7
-Wednesday, November 13