Pearland Connect – 10/15 – Pine Hollow HOA Homeowners of Pearland, TX

Residents: “Don’t Block the Box”

In an effort to enhance mobility in a dynamic high-traffic city, the City of Pearland is posting signage reminding drivers not to “block the box” at critical intersections around Pearland.

When a driver enters an intersection and is unable to travel all the way through, they prevent cross traffic movement and endanger other travelers by blocking crosswalks and bike lanes. Blocking the box is unsafe, illegal and causes traffic congestion. Vehicles should not enter an intersection if they cannot get through the intersection within the allotted traffic signal time. Read more.

Fall in love with a shelter pet

Thinking about adopting a family pet? If so, you should join us for our Fall in Love with a Shelter Pet special event on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Independence Dog Park located at 3919 Liberty Drive.

The event is for pet owners, families who have previously adopted a pet or those interested in adopting. Come out and celebrate the fall season with the City of Pearland Animal Services Department. There will be free family pet photos, refreshments, a bounce house and $70 onsite adoptions. Visit pearlandtx.gov/adoptapet for information.

Attend Trick or Treat Trail

Calling all ghosts and goblins. Trick-or-treaters of all ages are invited to the 13th Annual Trick or Treat Trail scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Recreation Center & Natatorium located at 4141 Bailey Road. Local businesses and organizations will line the “trail” to pass out candy and goodies.

The free event offers safe trick-or-treating, entertainment, games, laser tag and inflatables. There will also be a costume contest for children ages 12 and under beginning at 6 p.m. Log on topearlandtx.gov/tottrail for more details.

The Police Department is hiring

The Pearland Police Department is seeking service-oriented applicants for Police Officer or Police Cadet positions. An entry level Civil Service Exam is scheduled for Dec. 5.

The deadline to register for the exam is Nov. 17 at 12 p.m. Visit pearlandtx.gov/pdrecruit for more information.

New water rates in effect

The City of Pearland Fiscal Year began Oct. 1. Throughout the budgeting process, the City determined the rates for all City services.

Following this year’s review of water rates, Pearland City Council approved a water rate increase for water and sewer customers for the current fiscal year. Read more here.