Construction to Begin on Waterline Replacement Project on S. Rice Ave
The City of Bellaire will begin construction this week on a project along South Rice Avenue to replace aging and undersized water distribution mains
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AquaHawk: Inflated Water Usage Alerts
We are experiencing technical difficulties with AquaHawk, and you may have received an inflated water usage alert. We are working with our vendor to resolve the issue. ?'s Utility Billing at 713 662 8253 during regular business hours.
Play West U Fall 2026
The fall edition of the Play West U guide is now available online!
Employee Spotlight: Meet Beth Jones
Meet Beth Jones, Assistant City Manager & City Engineer
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 2200 Wayside Drive
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 2200 block of Wayside Drive about 3:30 p.m. on Thursday (July 16). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L. Le an...
Poor Farm Ditch North Maintenance
On Tuesday, July 21, the Flood Control District and its contractors will perform maintenance along the northern section of Poor Farm Ditch, between Robinhood St. and Nottingham St.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 6915 Boyce Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 6915 Boyce Street about 5:20 a.m. today (July 16). The identity of the deceased male, 64, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives J...
Weekly Crime Report 07/09/2026-07/15/2026
Weekly Crime Report 07/09/2026-07/15/2026
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7400 Katy Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 7400 block of Katy Freeway (West Interstate Highway 10) service road about 3:05 a.m. today (July 16). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicula...
July is Parks & Recreation Month!
Your guide to celebrating Park and Recreation Month in West U!
FY2027 Proposed Budget
The FY2027 Proposed Budget will be presented to City Council on July 20, 2026.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 10100 North Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred in the 10100 block of North Freeway (North Interstate Highway 45) about 1:05 a.m. on Sunday (July 12). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic ...
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 3718 Odin Court
The fatal shooting of a male at 3718 Odin Court about 12:30 a.m. on Sunday (July 12) will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives A....
Investigation into Fatal Shooting 12819 Glen Hollow Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man and woman at 12819 Glen Hollow Drive about 2:20 a.m. on Sunday (July 12). The identities of the deceased male, 29, and female, 24, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homici...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 15400 Eastex Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred in the 15400 block of Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 4:45 p.m. on Sunday (July 12). The identities of the deceased female and male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scienc...
Poor Farm Ditch Project Update
The City is excited to share an update from the Flood Control District regarding the Poor Farm Ditch Reconstruction Project.
Help Shape the Future of Bellaire Parks with the Parks Master Plan Survey!
The City of Bellaire is updating its Parks Master Plan, and we need your input!
Employee Spotlight: Meet Jim Harrison
Meet Jim Harrison, Assistant Director of Finance.
Weekly Crime Report 07/01/2026-07/08/2026
Weekly Crime Report 07/01/2026-07/08/2026
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 5100 Ella Boulevard
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 5100 Ella Boulevard about 12:15 a.m. today (July 9). The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant M. Barrow and Officer F. Fly...
Child ID and Fingerprinting Event
The West University Place Police Department invites families to attend a free Child ID & Fingerprinting Event on Wednesday, July 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Chick-fil-A, located at 3101 W. Holcombe Blvd.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Beginning August 1, residents of West U can schedule a Household Hazardous Waste collection with Waste Management.
Investigation into Skeletal Remains Found at 1003 Greens Road
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results on skeletal remains found at 1003 Greens Road about 4:35 p.m. on Monday (July 7). The identity, gender and cause of death of the individual are pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant C. P...
1976 Time Capsule Information
We unveil the contents of the time capsule buried in 1976 and took a step back into Bellaire’s past.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 8400 Broadway Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 8400 Broadway Street about 1:20 a.m. on July 3. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives T. Tylor, N. Sharp, M....
Employee Spotlight: Meet Lisca Gamboa
Meet Water Distribution Laborer Lisca Gamboa, a dedicated Public Works team member who helps keep Bellaire’s water system running efficiently.
Independence Day: Bike Parade and Pool Party
Celebrate Independence Day in West U at the annual bike parade and pool party!
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 14200 Katy Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash in the 14200 block of Katy Freeway (West Interstate Highway 10) about 5 a.m. today (July 1). The identities of the deceased male and female are pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicula...
Weekly Crime Report 06/25/2026-06/30/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/25/2026-06/30/2026
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 1628 Vassar Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 1628 Vassar Street about 11:55 p.m. on June 27. The identity of the deceased male, 45, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant J. Stroble and Dete...
Investigation into Female’s Death at 2134 Gray Street
The investigation into the death of a female found at 3124 Gray Street about 9:30 p.m. on Sunday (June 28) is pending autopsy results. The identity of the female, 45, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives A....
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 100 East Loop
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 100 East Loop (Interstate Highway 610 East) about 1:30 a.m. on Sunday (June 28). The identity of the deceased male, 25, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular C...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 13900 Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred at 13900 Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 10:55 p.m. on Sunday (June 29). The identity of the deceased male, 36, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scie...
City Offices Closed for Independence Day
City offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 3. Please view the updated holiday trash schedule.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 6714 North Main Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 6714 North Main Street about 2:40 a.m. on Sunday (June 28). The identity of the victim is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant L. Kauffman and Dete...
Weekly Crime Report 06/18/2026-06/24/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/18/2026-06/24/2026
How to Find Free Food in Bellaire: Pantries, SNAP & WIC
Search 567,859+ verified resources for food, healthcare, and housing — all 50 states, DC, and US territories. Free. A practical guide for Bellaire: pantries, SNAP, WIC, the 211 referral line, and how to use the free Feed America directory at feedam.org.
Connect with CenterPoint Energy
The city is hosting an in-person event on Wednesday, June 24, with CenterPoint Energy for residents to meet their leaders and learn about their work in West U.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 8:55 p.m. on June 20. The identity of the deceased female, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G...
Investigation into Man’s Death at 5327 South Acres Drive
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found at 5327 South Acres Drive about 3:10 am. on June 21. The identity and cause of death of the man, 25, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant L. Kauffman and ...