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The City of Houston eGovernment Center works to advance the priorities and accomplishments of the mayor's administration and promote transparent, timely, and accurate information to the media and public to help them better understand their municipal government.
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The City of Houston eGovernment Center works to advance the priorities and accomplishments of the mayor's administration and promote transparent, timely, and accurate information to the media and public to help them better understand their municipal government.
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4Houston Health Department - WICHouston's WIC program gives free healthy food to pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5. They also teach families about good nutrition and connect them to other helpful services.
Special Event Permits and Production ServicesThe Mayor's Office of Special Events helps people get permits for parades, festivals, and other events in Houston. They also help produce city events like Fleet Week and the Thanksgiving Day Parade. You can apply for permits to hold events in parks or on streets. They accept applications Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You need to fill out a Special Event Application form and pay fees. They are located on the 1st floor of City Hall at 901 Bagby Street.
Harris County Area Agency on AgingFree help for older adults finding services like transportation, home repairs, Medicare counseling, and caregiver support.
Harris County Area Agency on AgingConnects seniors and caregivers to programs including home-delivered meals, transportation, adult day care, and benefits counseling.
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Thich Nhat Hanh