May General Membership Meeting Summary

On May 20, 2010, Ruben Vela, Community Liaison for the North Central satellite office of the City of Houston Mayor’s Citizens’ Assistance Office gave a presentation entitled, “Addressing Health Disparities on a Zero Budget.” Mr.Vela gave an overview of his role which entails addressing any and all citizens’ concerns in his region. In addition, his office partners with various community groups to assist in planning and organizing events that would be beneficial to the community, i.e. health fairs. Working on such projects has allowed Mr. Vela to identify and work with various organizations, businesses and individuals willing to support community initiatives, thereby facilitating the efforts with little to no monetary resources. Many of the events Mr. Vela has helped organize have had over 2,000 people in attendance. Every event has provided food, water, and access to services/resources all free to the community. We appreciate Mr. Vela’s insight and dedication.

For more information please contact:
Ruben Vela
West End Multi-Service Center
Phone: 713.803.1062

To find the community liaison in your area go to: http://www.houstontx.gov/cao/liaisons.html

Next General Membership Meeting will be July 15th. Speaker information to follow.

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