ALT Blue, white and gold graphic featuring the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods logo at the top. Large text announces, “Early Voting Starts Today,” Monday, October 19. Early voting in Texas runs October 19–30, 2026. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. A checkmark appears beside the announcement, and VoteTexas.gov is listed at the bottom.

ALT Families visit an outdoor resource booth under a white canopy. A Department of Neighborhoods staff member assists visitors as a child selects items from a table filled with brochures, bracelets and giveaways.

ALT Department of Neighborhoods staff share informational materials and colorful glow sticks with adults and children. A green Villa Serena Communities banner hangs behind the busy booth.

ALT A Department of Neighborhoods staff member holds glow sticks while assisting a visitor reviewing a printed map. Brochures, pencils and giveaways cover the table beneath a white canopy.

ALT Two performers on stilts wear robot costumes covered in bright, multicolored lights. Children and adults gather around them at an outdoor community event at sunset.

ALT Purple and white graphic titled “Know the Types of Domestic Violence” lists physical, emotional, sexual, financial and digital abuse with brief examples and icons. A purple awareness ribbon appears beside the title. Text reads, “Everyone deserves safety and respect,” followed by support information: call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. The City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods logo appears at the bottom.

ALT Blue and yellow graphic reads, “October: National Disability Employment Awareness Month” and “Celebrating the contributions of workers with disabilities.” Four colleagues, including a wheelchair user and a person wearing a hearing device, collaborate around an office table. The City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods logo appears at the bottom.

ALT Three people sit together at a conference table. A man holds a pen over a document while a woman beside him smiles toward the camera and a participant sits across from them. Other attendees are meeting in small groups in the background.

ALT A woman wearing a name tag looks down at materials on the table as she meets with an older woman seated across from her. Water bottles, refreshments and a small box are on the table, with window blinds behind them.

ALT A wide view of the Will-a-thon shows participants and event representatives seated in small groups throughout a meeting room. Some are talking face to face while others review or write on documents spread across the tables. Additional conversations are taking place near the back of the room.

ALT Red event flyer for the Adult Education and Family Literacy Community Event featuring a busy educational resource fair with attendees visiting information tables. The event will be held Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Houston City College–North Forest Campus. Logos for the City of Houston, Houston Public Library, Houston Public Library Foundation and Houston City College appear at the bottom.

ALT City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods graphic featuring the City seal and the words “Super Neighborhoods: Connect. Collaborate. Strengthen.” A photograph of the downtown Houston skyline appears below against a subtle neighborhood map background, framed by blue and gold accents.

ALT A commemorative graphic from the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods marking the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The nighttime New York City skyline is shown beneath the illuminated Tribute in Light, with two beams of blue-white light rising into the sky. The Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center are visible, with an American flag draped across the lower-left corner. Text reads, “September 11, 2001 — September 11, 2026,” “25 Years,” and “We Remember.” The graphic honors the lives lost and heroes of September 11 while reflecting on resilience, unity and compassion. The words “Never Forget” appear along the bottom.

ALT Promotional graphic for free guided tours of Houston City Hall. The historic building stands beneath a bright blue sky, with trees and a reflecting pool in the foreground. Blue-and-gold text reads, “Explore Houston City Hall.” A panel at the bottom states: “Free Guided Tours,” “Groups of 5–20,” and “Reservations Required.”

ALT Members of the 2026 City of Houston Mayor’s Youth Council participate in a ceremonial moment inside the Houston City Council Chamber. The students, dressed in professional attire, stand in a line behind the council seats with their right hands raised as they take an oath. Mayor John Whitmire stands near the center of the chamber facing the group and leading the ceremony. The expansive chamber features warm wood-paneled walls, council desks, green seating, an American flag and the words “Justice” and “Counsel” displayed prominently above the council area.

ALT Houston Mayor John Whitmire addresses family members of the 2026 Mayor’s Youth Council inside the Houston City Council Chamber. Mayor Whitmire, wearing a blue blazer, stands in front of the council desk while speaking to a diverse group of individuals gathered behind him. The young council members are dressed in professional attire and listen attentively as the Mayor speaks. An American flag stands behind the group, and the chamber’s distinctive wood-paneled walls and “Justice” sign provide the backdrop.

ALT Members of the 2026 City of Houston Mayor’s Youth Council gather for a group photo with Mayor John Whitmire inside the Houston City Council Chamber. The large and diverse group of young leaders, dressed primarily in professional attire, stands together behind the council desk with Mayor Whitmire positioned at the center. The chamber’s warm wood-paneled walls, American flag, council workstations and prominent “Justice” and “Counsel” signs frame the group as they commemorate their participation in the Mayor’s Youth Council.

ALT City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods Director Herbert Sims addresses family members of the 2026 Mayor’s Youth Council during a gathering inside the Houston City Council Chamber. Wearing a navy blazer over a red shirt, Director Sims gestures while addressing the room as Mayor John Whitmire stands nearby. Behind them, youth council members dressed in professional attire stand along the council seats and listen to the remarks. The chamber’s wood-paneled walls, green council chairs, American flag and “Justice” sign are visible in the background.

ALT A woman wearing a blue T-shirt gestures while speaking with three professionally dressed attendees inside a busy office. Other participants, decorated tables and blue balloons are visible in the background.

ALT Two women smile while holding a framed certificate of appreciation during a recognition ceremony. The Texas flag and a Department of Neighborhoods flag are displayed behind them.

ALT Blue-and-gold City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods graphic encouraging residents to subscribe to the monthly newsletter. The graphic highlights programs and initiatives, community resources, staff spotlights, and upcoming events. A gold “Sign Up Today” button and a QR code labeled “Scan to Subscribe” appear at the bottom.

ALT A blue-and-gold anniversary graphic celebrates 15 years of the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods. A large gold “15” appears above the illuminated downtown Houston skyline, with the City seal and the words “Serving Houston’s Neighborhoods Since 2011” displayed below.

ALT A colorful cartoon shows seven diverse students walking to school in a Houston neighborhood, including one student using a wheelchair. A school bus, school building, Texas flag, and downtown Houston skyline appear behind them. Text reads “Back to School Houston,” with the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods logo below.

ALT Two City of Houston employees lead a Houston Employee Response Team (HERT) training session in a conference room. One presenter gestures while speaking beside a large display screen showing a slide titled "HERT H-72 Monitor, Prepare, Execute," which outlines emergency preparedness steps and recommended disaster supply items. A second presenter stands nearby smiling as participants seated around the conference table listen. The room features whiteboards, maps, laptops, and meeting materials, reflecting a collaborative emergency preparedness training environment.

ALT A City of Houston employee speaks to participants during a Houston Employee Response Team (HERT) training session while standing in front of a large presentation screen displaying the question, "What is HERT?" The slide explains the role of the Houston Employee Response Team in supporting disaster response and recovery efforts in coordination with the Office of Emergency Management and other City departments. The presenter gestures toward attendees seated around the conference table, emphasizing the program's "all hands-on deck" approach to emergency response.

ALT Two City of Houston employees facilitate a Houston Employee Response Team (HERT) orientation in a large conference room. Participants seated around a long conference table listen attentively, take notes, and review training materials while presentation slides are displayed on monitors at both ends of the room. Laptops, notebooks, water bottles, and coffee cups are arranged across the table, illustrating an interactive training session focused on preparing City employees to support emergency response operations.

ALT City of Houston employees participate in a Houston Employee Response Team (HERT) training session inside a conference room. Several attendees sit around a large conference table taking notes and listening as two presenters stand at the front of the room beside a presentation screen introducing the HERT program. Laptops, notebooks, reusable drink containers, and training materials are visible on the table, highlighting the collaborative learning environment and the City's commitment to preparing employees for disaster response and community support during emergencies.

ALT A group of seven City of Houston employees pose along side Houston Mayor John Whitmire inside a large convention hall in front of the department’s exhibit booth. One team member is seated in a wheelchair while the others stand smiling behind and beside him. The booth features a blue Department of Neighborhoods tablecloth, informational materials, and red-and-white backdrop curtains. The spacious event hall with tables, booths, and overhead lighting is visible in the background.

ALT A Department of Neighborhoods representative stands behind a language access information booth speaking with an adult and child. A large “I Speak Houston” banner promoting language access rights is displayed behind the representative. Informational brochures, pens, and giveaway items are neatly arranged across the table.

ALT A Department of Neighborhoods staff member seated behind an information table offers candy from a bowl to two young girls while books and educational materials are displayed across the table. Several families, including children wearing backpacks, browse the booth in the background inside a large convention center. The blue tablecloth displays the Department of Neighborhoods logo.

ALT Twelve City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods staff members gather for a group photo around the department’s outreach booth. Two employees kneel in front while one team member is seated in a wheelchair. The group smiles toward the camera beside a Department of Neighborhoods banner and table displaying informational materials inside the convention hall.

ALT A group of City of Houston employees sits around a large conference table during a training session. A presenter stands at the front of the room speaking while another facilitator stands nearby. Participants listen attentively, with notebooks, water bottles, and coffee cups on the table.

ALT A presenter speaks to a group of City employees gathered around a conference table during a training session. Participants face the speaker and presentation materials while listening and engaging in conversation.

ALT City employees participate in a group discussion during a training session in a conference room. One participant raises a hand while the presenter speaks at the front of the room. A presentation is displayed on a large monitor.

ALT Employees gather around a conference table as two facilitators lead a training presentation. Participants watch the speakers, ask questions, and engage in discussion in a collaborative meeting environment.

ALT Inside the Houston City Council Chamber, Mayor John Whitmire stands beside Office for People with Disabilities Division Manager Angel Ponce, who is seated in a wheelchair and holding the official proclamation recognizing the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Council Member Joe Panzarella stands on the opposite side of Angel, smiling toward the camera. The City Council dais, council member seating, and the words "Justice" and "Counsel" are visible in the background, marking the official setting of the proclamation presentation.

ALT A colorful promotional graphic announces the 2026 Houston Disability Celebration on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The event theme, "Championing Accessibility & Well-being for All," appears beneath the title. The graphic identifies the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods and the Office for People with Disabilities as presenters, in collaboration with METRO, the Southwest ADA Center, and The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD. A cream-colored background is framed by overlapping blue, teal, coral, orange, and gold circles, creating a bright, welcoming, and celebratory design.