NEWS
06/05/2020
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORTS DUE JUNE 30TH
MESSAGE FROM MS. MARICRUZ CHAVEZ, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT., NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Dear Neighborhood Association Presidents,
This is a friendly reminder that to be in compliance with the Neighborhood Association Recognition Ordinance, each Neighborhood/Civic Association must submit an Annual Report before June 30th every year.
Please use the following link to submit your reports and provide two point-of contacts for your association
https://www.elpasotexas.gov/community-and-human-development/neighborhood-services/neighborhood-associations »
Thank you for everything you do for our community.
05/29/2020
CHIHUAHUITA NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION TRIUMPHS IN A COMPETITIVE 2020 CENSUS VIRTUAL RESPONSE CHALLENGE
EL PASO, TX - Yesterday, May 28, seven neighborhood associations strived to win in the 2020 Census Virtual Response Challenge. With the highest number of responses, the Chihuahuita Neighborhood Association came out as the top neighborhood who participated in filling out their Census questionnaires.
The Chihuahuita Neighborhood Association, along with the six competing neighborhood associations, boosted the Census response rates in each of its respective areas of El Paso by encouraging community members to complete the 2020 Census questionnaire with personalized assistance from the Census Bureau during the contest...
05/29/2020
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS IN THE CENSUS TEXTING PROGRAM
The Paso del Norte Complete Count Committee would like to partner with your NA to encourage Census participation your area.
Dear Neighborhood Association President,
You are a trusted voice in your community. The Paso del Norte Complete Count Committee would like to partner with you to encourage Census participation in your neighborhood.
The Complete Count Committee is an organization of over 100 elected officials, nonprofit and community organizations, local businesses, and community members dedicated to ensuring a complete 2020 Census count for El Paso County. If not counted accurately, El Paso County would feel a loss of over $15,710 in federal dollars per person, over the next 10 years. This includes critical funding for hospitals, health centers, roads, and our schools! The impact of the loss could be tremendous throughout our community for the next decade.
The CCC is launching a Text Message Program in hard-to-count areas of El Paso and would like your neighborhood to participate by sending text messages to your neighbors. Anyone can join the Census Text Message Program by texting "Census" or "Censo" to (915) 621-2424. Would you like to support the texting program by including information about how to participate in your N.A. newsletters, and posting on social media? If so, I can connect you with Micayla, who is managing the program. Her email is micayla@taylorcollective.com »
Thank you in advance for your assistance. Your participation is crucial to the success of our Text Message initiative to reach the hardest to count communities in El Paso County. Together, we can ensure a complete count for El Paso!
05/21/2020
EPFH HOME DELIVERY PROJECT EXPANDED TO 800 PEOPLE
The El Pasoans Fighting Hunger is expanding their food delivery program to 800 people. Please share this with your members.
Priority given to vulnerable people:
- Quarantined due to diagnosis or pending diagnosis of COVID-19.
- Elderly or disable with a mobility barrier in need of home delivery.
To apply and register, go here »
For inquiries or information, please call (915) 298-0353
05/21/2020
MESSAGE FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
We would like to remind everyone the outreach program of the Environmental Services Department is still here to serve. We are evaluating the way we have done outreach in the past and want to place a new plan that will take into consideration our "new normal".
However, we need your help to move forward. Please take the time and answer the following questions. You may submit them to ESDOutreach@elpasotexas.gov ». We also welcome any recommendations or suggestions to improve our outreach efforts during this challenging time.
So c'mon and let’s talk trash!
- Is your neighborhood association still holding regular meetings?
- If so, what methods are you using to conduct meetings (virtual, email, phone calls, group text)?
- Does your neighborhood association have a social media presence (Facebook, Instagram or Twitter)?
- What type of ESD services (Recycling, Citizen Collection Stations, Code, ESD app, etc.) would your association like to hear about?
- Would you attend virtual presentations hosted by the ESD Outreach program?
If you have any questions, you may contact the ESD team at ESDOutreach@elpasotexas.gov »
05/15/2020
OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI) AT UTEP
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UTEP supports a mature community with social and continuing education opportunities. The Summer 6-Week Session starts June 8th and is free to OLLI members. The OLLI program is online during this time of home-sheltering. Annual Membership is $30 and available to anyone ages 50 and older. Take advantage of this summer program. Registration fees will be required in the Fall Session. For new memberships and information: call 915-747-6280 and leave a message or contact lduenas@utep.edu. Visit us at www.utep.edu/olli »
05/08/2020
UMC, EPCH AND TTP EL PASO URGE RECOVERED EL PASOANS TO DONATE CONVALESCENT PLASMA TO FIGHT COVID-19
EL PASO, Texas – University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC), El Paso Children’s Hospital (EPCH) and Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso (TTP El Paso) urge any individuals who have fully recovered from novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to donate convalescent plasma as a key weapon in the fight against the virus.
Vitalant, the nation's largest independent blood provider, has launched a program to treat COVID-19 patients with blood plasma donated by people who have recovered from the disease. Known as "convalescent plasma," this blood component contains antibodies that may give patients an extra boost to fight their illness. In coordination with local hospitals, Vitalant is working to identify willing donors who qualify for this type of donation.[...]
Press Release, University Medical Center of El Paso
05/01/2020
HEALTH ORDER DIRECTIVES
Please see the El Paso County's Health Order Directives in accordance with Governor Abbott's order GA-18.
Also see: www.stayhomeworksafe.epcounty.com »
04/30/2020
EL PASOANS FIGHTING HUNGER - HOME DELIVERY OF EMERGENCY FOOD BOX PILOT
This program is being deployed by the food bank to deliver emergency food boxes to vulnerable people who may be quarantined due to COVID-19 or who may be shut-in due to age or disability and have limited ability to get food on their own.
04/30/2020
NUSA - NEIGHBORHOODS, USA NEWSLETTER
Neighborhoods, USA (NUSA) is a national, non-profit organization committed to building and strengthening neighborhood organizations and to promote productive communications and collaborations among those associations with both the public and private sectors.
NUSA Website »
04/21/2020
MORE ONLINE ACTIVITIES DURING ISOLATION
- El Paso Zoo (www.facebook.com/elpasozoo/)
- El Paso Museum of History’s Digi Wall (www.facebook.com/EPMuseumofHistory/), featuring an interactive photo of Hueco Tanks
- El Paso Museum of Art (www.facebook.com/MCADElPaso/) featuring Young Women's STEAM Prep Academy students who have been challenged by their art teachers to recreate pieces on their own
- The El Paso Public Libraries (www.facebook.com/ELPASOPUBLICLIBRARY/) including Spanish Story Time which can be viewed here.
- PSA from El Paso Fire (www.facebook.com/ElPasoFire/) reminding everyone to discard masks and gloves properly
- Destination El Paso (www.facebook.com/visitelpaso/) featured a shout out to local business Bella Cora Bakery urging our residents to shop local.
- Animal Services (www.facebook.com/elpasoanimalservices/) also posted a variety of items to include:
- A video featuring Maggie the Pup Volunteer in support of Volunteer Appreciation Week, which can be viewed on www.facebook.com/elpasoanimalservices/videos/2594951820823065/
- A post reminding folks about Kitnapping (inadvertantly detaching young kittens from their mothers) during Kitten Season.
- A post asking folks to submit their images of their Quaran-Team members.
- A video featuring Maggie the Pup Volunteer in support of Volunteer Appreciation Week, which can be viewed on www.facebook.com/elpasoanimalservices/videos/2594951820823065/
Source: City of El Paso Email Broadcast
04/17/2020
HOMEBASED ACTIVITIES DURING TIME OF ISOLATION
The currently mandated isolation creates a challenge for many families. Here is a list of resources from facilities and organizations, addressing the issue, suggesting and inspiring activities to remain energized and healthy.
If you have any suggestions yourself, please let us know ».
(NOTE: Not all suggestions may be listed, but we appreciate any contribution.)
04/17/2020 - RESPONSE DATA, UPDATED WEEKLY!
CENSUS 2020 PARTICIPATION DATA
Complete your Census Survey Today!
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As you may know, this 2020 Census will help the US Government determine how to distribute nearly $675 Billion Dollars annually in federal funds for the next ten years towards schools, hospitals, housing, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) and many other vital programs. A complete and accurate count this decennial Census count helps us get our fair share in our community! And we can accomplish this with your help by simply informing our community of the importance to participate.
03/24/2020 - updated
CORONA VIRUS - STATUS
03/17/2020
CAUTION WITH CORONA - RELATED ONLINE SOURCES
Please be advised to remain vigilant about fake websites and information related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
There has been a significant rise in website registrations related to the COVID-19 virus, some of which are being used to steal information or infect visitors with malware. Even a map, claiming to indicate the latest cases, reportedly has been used to spread malware.
Please make sure ONLY to trust OFFICIAL SOURCES, like the CDC.
Best Practice: When hovering the mouse cursor over a link without clicking, after a short delay a small pop-up window shows on the left bottom of the screen, indicating the address (target) of the link (here 'cdc.gov/...'). This practice also works with emails. If unknown or awkward, dismiss, don't click!
Also be aware that ANY website, even official ones, can be hacked. Please make sure to keep your computer antivirus and anti-malware software updated.
