Katy ISD’s board of trustees was presented the findings from surveys sent out over the summer on the elementary school 49 attendance boundary modifications at its Sept. 21 meeting.

The background: The survey comes after Katy ISD moved forward with the construction of elementary school 49–located at 6435 Pitts Road in the district’s growing northwest quadrant— to help ease enrollment at Youngblood Elementary, Community Impact previously reported.

What we know: Chief Communications Officer Andrea Grooms said the first survey was sent out in June to 571 affected parents living in North Sunterra, Winward and Anniston—the three neighborhoods most impacted by the changes–with the district receiving 168 responses. 

Due to the northwest quadrant being a “fast growth area,” most families living there tend to be new to the district, resulting in 54% of respondents reporting having lived in Katy ISD for only one to three years.

Keep in mind: No recommendations were given and no action was taken during the meeting. District officials said both surveys will remain active until Oct. 12.

Sangha KTX Yoga is now offering yoga and wellness classes in Historic Downtown Katy, officials announced in a Sept. 22 news release.

What they offer: The studio combines traditional yoga practices with a modern understanding of stress, the nervous system, mindfulness and whole-person wellness, yoga teacher and psychotherapist Jessica Johns-Green said.

A variety of classes are available including strength-building practices and restorative yin-based classes, per the release. The studio also offers workshops and special events.

In their own words: “We wanted to create a space where people could come not just to exercise, but to pause, reconnect, and feel part of something,” Johns-Green said. “Yoga can help us learn to listen to our bodies, regulate our nervous systems, and move through life with greater awareness and intention.”

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Fort Bend County officials gathered Sept. 24 to rename the Emergency Operations Center in honor of former county judge Robert E. ‘Bob’ Hebert, who died in August. 

In a nutshell: The Robert E. "Bob" Hebert Emergency Operations Center, which was approved by Fort Bend County commissioners at an Aug. 27 meeting, is meant to honor Hebert’s dedication to public safety, County Judge Daniel Wong said.

The center opened in 2022 and replaced a 70-year-old jail house previously used by the county during emergencies, including under Hebert’s 16-year term as county judge. It gives county staff a place to gather to respond to potential emergency situations, such as weather disasters or local events. 

What they’re saying: Commissioner Vincent Morales said Hebert pushed for the new facility because he saw an increasing need for emergency responses as the county population grew. 

“Whenever disaster strikes, and whenever the county is called to protect its people, public servants will gather beneath Bob’s name and continue the work he believed in so deeply,” Morales said.

The nonprofit organization United Way of Greater Houston announced Sept. 21 that CEO Amanda McMillian will retire on May 1, 2027. The board unanimously selected Angel Harris, the current vice president and chief advancement officer, to succeed her.

Harris will assume the president and CEO role immediately, while McMillian remains in her role through a nine-month transition.

Read all about it: Harris joined the nonprofit in 2021 with 30 years of nonprofit experience. In her five years in Houston, Harris has accomplished the following:

• Led organizational efforts for the Building Possibilities Campaign, raising more than $30 million to upgrade infrastructure and technology

• Helped rebrand marketing and communications initiatives

• Developed an eight-year revenue growth plan to generate over $580 million by 2031

A search for United Way's next chief advancement officer to replace Harris is currently underway, nonprofit officials said.

Something to note: United Way of Greater Houston is a nonprofit organization that connects residents in need with basic resources, financial stability programs, healthcare and support services, according to the organization's website.

Had a full plate this past week? Catch up on six trending stories from Community Impact in the South Houston area, Sept. 21-25.

1. Missouri City partners to build new roads in Sienna to improve connectivity

2. Target opening Texas Heritage Marketplace location in October

3. Bellaire Culture and Arts Board unveils two logo design concepts up for resident review

4. United Way of Greater Houston selects new CEO after former president announces retirement

5. League City denies gas station along FM 646, South Egret Bay Boulevard

6. New grocery, meat market coming soon to Pearland area