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Cy-Fair Jersey Village Edition VOLUME 17, ISSUE 3 DEC. 11, 2025 JAN. 15, 2026
several years. “I like to make sure we’re hitting quarterly milestones for the year on everything we have to do for the [comprehensive] plans,” Johnson told Community Impact . Jersey Village plans for decade of development 'Journey to 2035' BY SARAH BRAGER
thriving local business environment, attracting young residents, enhancing parks and creating a multimodal transportation network, according to the document. Miesha Johnson, the city’s community development manager, said the plan provides a blueprint to guide city sta’s work over the next
Jersey Village City Council on Oct. 20 adopted a new 10-year comprehensive plan detailing a decade of proposed city planning improvements, including potential land use reclassications. Overarching goals in the plan include fostering a
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Proposed land reclassication zones The comprehensive plan includes ve potential zoning reclassications based on public feedback, per the document.
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Impacts: The Cheesecake Factory celebrates o cial Cypress opening (Page 7)
Community: See local places to shop for gifts and treats ahead of the holiday season (Page 15)
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Nov. 21 and is now o ering mobile and internet services. Per the website, there are two additional AT&T Tomball locations in the area. • Opened Nov. 21 • 25517 Hwy. 249, Tomball • www.att.com 4 Books-A Million With locations ranging from 4,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet, Books-A-Million o ers an expansive selection of books, magazines, bargain books, collectible supplies, toys, technology and gifts. In addition, Books-A-Million stores feature the Joe Muggs Caè, a full-line co ee and espresso bar o ering a wide selection of gourmet co ees, teas, desserts and
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2 A2Z Pizza Houston-based pizza restaurant A2Z Pizza announced the grand opening of its second location, which will serve the Cypress area. A2Z Pizza specializes in classic and loaded pizzas such as pepperoni, philly cheesesteak and chicken bacon ranch pizzas. • Opened Nov. 14 • 7016 Fry Road, Ste. D, Cypress • www.a2zpizza.co 3 AT&T AT&T ocials said the new Tomball store opened on
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1 88 Korean BBQ & Sushi 88 Korean BBQ & Sushi serves Korean barbecue including beef and chicken options that can be cooked at the customers table, as well as sushi rolls, sashimi, hand rolls, ramen noodles, rice dishes and hibachi. • Opened in October • 25414 Hwy. 290, Cypress • www.88koreanbbqandsushi.com
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8 One Bridgeland Green A new 49,000-square-foot mass timber oce building is now open in Bridgeland according to development rm Howard Hughes. The oce building incorporates engineered wood known as mass timber and ¤oor-to- ceiling windows. Tenants also have access to patio space, bicycle storage and showers. • Opened Nov. 13 • 20203 Bridgeland Creek Parkway, Cypress • www.onebridgelandgreen.com 9 Party Mini Golf A new mini golf course is opened in the Vintage Park area according to management ocials. Party Mini Golf provides an 18-hole course with music and snacks available throughout the venue. • Opened Nov. 28 • 14443 Vintage Preserve Parkway, Houston • www.partyminigolf.com 10 Pizza Twist The fusion pizza joint o ers a combination of traditional pies and Indian-inspired twists including naan pizzas, Tikka Masala pizza and butter chicken pizza, according to the restaurant’s website. Pizza Twist also serves a variety of pastas, wings and desserts, with Halal and gluten-free items available. • Opened Oct. 3 • 10760 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 200, Cypress • www.pizzatwist.com 11 Sakura Bistro Japanese Asian fusion restaurant Sakura Bistro specializes in providing a variety of fresh sushi and Asian dishes like lo mein, fried rice and udon noodles. The restaurant also o ers a variety of special sushi rolls. • Opened Nov. 3 • 11808 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.sakuraasianbistro2.com 12 Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Kelsey-Seybold Clinic has added a second building to its Northwest Campus, previously known as Cypress Clinic, with space for up to 40 providers in a variety of medical specialties, according to a Nov. 18 news release. • Opened Nov. 18
• 19926 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.kelsey-seybold.com
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13 Pappa Geno’s Philly cheesesteak specialty restaurant Pappa Geno’s is opening a new location in the Cy-Fair area according to store management. The business focuses on o ering cheesesteak sandwiches with traditional Texas ¤avors. • Opening January 2026 14 Seoulside Wings Seoulside Wings, a Houston-based eatery specializing in Korean comfort food, will open its rst storefront in Jersey Village. Owner Jane Lim told Community Impact Seoulside balances sweet, savory and spicy ¤avors in dishes including Cupbap, double-fried Korean wings and loaded kimchi fries. • Opening January 2026 • 8307 Jones Road, Jersey Village • www.pappa-genos.res-menu.com 15 Vegas Texas Casino Vegas Texas Casino is a practice-style casino where guests can enjoy classic casino-style entertainment such as blackjack, baccarat, roulette, craps, and a variety of skill-based and sweepstakes slot machines. The casino is fully compliant with all Texas gambling and sweepstakes laws, and no gambling of any kind is o ered, ocials said. • Opening Dec. 15-Jan. 1 • 17456 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.seoulsidewings.com
17 The Cheesecake Factory Known for its cheesecakes and extensive menu, The Cheesecake Factory o ers over 250 dishes and 40 legendary cheesecakes and desserts, per the website. Specialties o ered at the new location include Thai stir fried noodles, sh tacos and
chicken piccata. • Opened Nov. 18
• 29216 Hempstead Road, Cypress • www.thecheesecakefactory.com
• 17398 Hwy. 290, Jersey Village • www.bellagaia.us
18 Shoe Carnival Board members with the family footwear retailer Shoe Carnival announced Nov. 13 they unanimously voted to change the company name to Shoe Station. The national retailer o ers both name brand and private label merchandise including footwear and accessories,
• 12810 Telge Road, Cypress • www.vegastexascasino.com
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according to its website. • Changing by Dec. 2025 • 13784 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.shoecarnival.com
16 Bella Gaia Hydration Head Spa Bella Gaia Hydration Head Spa celebrated one year of business in November. As part of the celebration, the business is hosting a giveaway for a trip to Paris for new customers who book a session through Dec. 31 according to management ocials.
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YOU Make This Community Strong.
This holiday season, Cy-Fair Fire Department is grateful for every neighbor, partner, and leader who helps make this community what it is. Cy-Fair is special because of its people, and we’re proud to serve alongside you.
To Seniors and Caregivers: Your experience, dedication, and care anchor this community. Thank you for trusting us. To Community Volunteers, Nonprofits, and Neighborhood Organizations: You fill the gaps, lift up our neighbors, and keep Cy-Fair connected. Your work matters. To Churches and Houses of Worship: Your support, compassion, and outreach help make Cy-Fair feel like home. To Local Businesses: Your investment and teamwork help our district thrive. Thank you for standing with us. To Our Public Safety Partners: Law enforcement, emergency management, mutual aid partners, and all who serve beside us—you make this community safer and stronger. To Cy-Fair Fire Department Personnel: Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and every support professional—your dedication keeps this community protected 24/7. Thank you for your service.
To the People of Cy-Fair: You are what makes this community extraordinary. Your resilience, kindness, and pride inspire us every day. Thank you for showing up, reaching out, and supporting your first responders year after year. We are honored to serve you. To Our Teachers and Students: You shape the future of Cy-Fair every day. Thank you for creating safe places to learn and for partnering with us to keep families protected. To Our Healthcare Partners: Hospitals, clinics, and care teams—your skill and compassion save lives. We value your partnership. To Local Officials and Civic Leaders: Your leadership and support help us serve a rapidly growing community. Thank you for keeping Cy-Fair’s families front and center. To Our Veterans and Military Families: Your service and sacrifice strengthen this community. We are honored to serve you.
Here’s to another year of protecting, serving, and growing together.
From all of us at Cy-Fair Fire Department, we’re proud to serve you!
Happy Holidays.
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Government
BY SARAH BRAGER & MELISSA ENAJE
White Oak Bayou channel upgrades boost storm protection O cials with Harris County Precinct 3 Commis- sioner Tom Ramsey’s o ce announced in a Nov. 17 news release work on a channel widening for the White Oak Bayou tributary has been completed. The $28 million ood mitigation project could safeguard approximately 2,000 homes from major storm ooding in the Cypress area. The details The project was funded through the voter-ap- proved 2018 Harris County Flood Control District bond program, o cials said, and it widened the channel and converted the area to concrete, which will reduce erosion and improve stormwater ow e ciency. “This project also reects the use of great engi- neering put forth by professionals with knowledge
Harris County ESD 9 board censures Commissioner Paiva The Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 board voted unanimously Nov. 20 to censure Commissioner Rob Paiva for ongoing misconduct allegations brought forward in an October. What’s happening? Censure refers to a formal reprimand of behavior, but it does not strip Paiva of his position as a commissioner, o cials said. The board voted Oct. 20 to le a complaint against Paiva with the Harris County district attorney’s o ce to investigate allegations of board misconduct and Texas Open Meetings Act violations. Paiva left the Nov. 20 meet- ing before the vote took place and did not respond as of press time.
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of this community and its needs for better stormwa- ter conveyance," Ramsey said in the news release. The White Oak Bayou watershed stretches from central to northwest Harris County and includes the city of Jersey Village and portions of the city of Houston, encompassing at least 146 miles of open waterways in the watershed, according to the county ood control district.
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Education
BY SARAH BRAGER
Cy-Fair ISD will oer three virtual learning options to certain grade levels in the 2026-27 academic year, according to a Nov. 6 presentation. In a nutshell Students in the new Virtual Pathways Program can choose between three options, according to the presentation: • Full-time and primarily asynchronous Virtual Academy, available to fourth and fth grade and ninth through 12th grade • Partially remote Flex Learning completed asyn- chronously, available to 11th and 12th grade • Tuition-based supplemental courses taken Cy-Fair ISD to oer virtual learning starting fall 2026
outside of the school day, available to all high school students Virtual Pathways Director Meredith Akers said the district developed the program after almost 40% of surveyed parents indicated interest in exible online learning. All online courses will be taught by CFISD teachers, many of whom will be hired specically for the program, Akers said. Students enrolled in the Virtual Academy will remain students at their home CFISD campus, Akers said, and their curriculum will match in-person learning. “We know that online learning is the ‘now’ big thing because many of our CFISD resident students are already choosing to attend virtual schools and programs instead of staying here in our district,” Akers told the board Nov. 6. Some context Texas Senate Bill 569, signed into law in May, allows school districts to receive average daily attendance funding for virtual students, meaning virtual enrollment will not hurt CFISD’s annual funding, per the presentation.
“Something I’m really excited about and proud to share is that our program is not going to be an outside curriculum.” MEREDITH AKERS, CFISD VIRTUAL PATHWAYS DIRECTOR
Akers said it’s also possible the district could gain back average daily attendance funding if students return to CFISD for the Virtual Pathways program. Learn more Akers said the district plans to expand the full- time virtual academy in fall 2027 to include middle school students and oer ex learning courses to grades ninth and 10th, pending interest. Families can sign up for Virtual Pathways on the district’s website by Dec. 18 for priority enrollment or Feb. 16 for nal enrollment.
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BY SARAH BRAGER
Cy-Fair ISD shrinks 2025 decit by over $16M Cy-Fair ISD concluded scal year 2024-25 with a smaller budget decit than initially projected, according to a Nov. 6 nancial accountability presentation to the board of trustees. The overview In June, CFISD ocials projected the district’s budget shortfall for FY 2024-25 at approximately $24 million, Community Impact previously reported. A Nov. 6 presentation of the district’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report shows CFISD spent approximately $27.6 million more than it brought in last scal year. However, the district concluded the scal year with only an $11.1 million decit after sta accounted for a net reduction in payroll costs due to unlled positions. More details CFISD ended FY 2024-25 with a fund balance
CFISD approves new 2026 fall break Cy-Fair ISD students and sta will get a week-long fall break from school starting Oct. 12-16 in the 2026-27 academic year. How we got here As a district of innovation in Texas, CFISD gets more exibility from the state to create an academic calendar that best ts community needs, ocials said. All calendars must include a minimum of 75,600 minutes for students, inclement weather days and a 187-day contract for teachers, per the Texas Education Code. Districtwide Educational Improvement Council member and CFISD teacher David Hunt said they’ve considered adding a fall break for the past several years in order to compete with neighboring districts that oer the week o.
Cy-Fair ISD expenditures, FY 202425
Instruction: 65.7% Other: 12.2%* Facilities: 7.9% Campus leadership: 5.1% Transportation: 4.9% Counseling: 4.2%
*OTHER INCLUDES COSTS FOR TECHNOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY, DISTRICT LEADERSHIP AND EXTRACURRICULARS
NOTE: THE DISTRICT SPENT $79M ON NUTRITION SERVICES, BUT THAT FUNDING DOES NOT COME FROM LOCAL TAX DOLLARS.
SOURCE: CYFAIR ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT
of $549.6 million, per the report. The district spent only 1.56% of its annual budget on general administration costs, including district leadership, compared to the statewide average of 3.51%, the report found. The district spent the bulk of its budget on instruction, according to a spending breakdown.
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Community Senior Living Guide
2025
Amenities: Bingo, games, outdoor activities • 8524 Copperbrook Dr, Houston • www.magnoliacarehomes.com
Total units: 16 Amenities: Activities, dining, personal rooms
Types of communities
• 16220 West Road, Houston • www.beehivehomes.com
Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as tness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently oer a full range of amenities as well as limited medical assistance. Memory care facilities specialize in providing care to seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia and other cognitive issues. Sta members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suering associated with a terminal illness in those who have been given six months or less to live. The patient must choose to forgo further curative treatment. Nursing home/skilled nursing facilities provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full- time monitoring and medical care.
Park Creek Type: Independent living, short-term living, personal care Opened: January 2018 Cost: $3,150 and up per month Total units: 126 Amenities: Gated community, swimming pool, courtyard area, front yard options, community library,
Coppereld Healthcare and Rehabilitation Type: Skilled nursing, short-term rehab, long-term care Opened: 2009 Cost: $195-$300 per day Total units: 124 Amenities: In-house therapy, skilled nursing, in-house and outpatient therapy services, specialized wound care, activities program, dining program Mansions at Hastings Green Senior Type: Independent living Opened: 2008 Cost: $1,023-$1,215 per month Total units: 252 Amenities: Beauty salon, meditation room, carpet in bedrooms, garbage disposal • 11707 Fallbrook Drive, Houston • www.mansionshastingsgreensenior.com Misty Willow Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Type: Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care Opened: 2016 Cost: $2,115-$6,920 per month Total units: 124 Amenities: In-house therapy, skilled nursing, activities, gym, bath spa, garden • 7107 Queenston Blvd., Houston • www.copperieldhealthcare.com Morada Senior Living Type: Independent living, assisted living, memory care Opened: 1998 Cost: $2,250-$5,188 per month Total units: 112 Amenities: Full-sized kitchens, walk-in showers, pet friendly, outdoor spaces, arts and crafts, game rooms, full-service beauty salon, Bible study, generator, transportation • 11500 Fallbrook Drive, Houston • www.moradaseniorliving.com/morada-cy-fair The Solana Preserve Vintage Park Type: Independent living Cost: $4,100-$6,210 per month Total units: 117 Amenities: Clinic, general store, beauty salon, therapy room, chapel, cafe, community kitchen, private dining room • 14221 Vintage Preserve Parkway, Houston • www.brookdale.com • 12921 Misty Willow Drive, Houston • www.mistywillowhealthcare.com
full salon, tness center, media room • 16718 Huffmeister Road, Cypress • www.parkcreekactiveliving.com
Village Green Alzheimer’s Care Home Type: Memory care Opened: 2017 (Humeister location), 2019 (Grant location) Amenities: Housekeeping, nurse on call, personal laundry services, medication management, hair salon, physical therapy, customized menu, pet friendly • 14520 Huffmeister Road, Cypress; 13058 Grant Road, Cypress • www.villagegreenalzheimerscare.com Cost: $6,000 and up per month Total units: 16 at each location
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Bristol Park at Cypress Type: Assisted living, memory care Opened: 2016 Cost: $3,811-$5,195 per month Total units: 78 Amenities: Three meals a day, transportation, daily scheduled activities • 17935 Longenbaugh Drive, Cypress • www.bristolparkcypress.com Faireld Creek Estates Type: Independent living Opened: 2014 Cost: $462-$1,609 per month Total units: 140 Amenities: Covered entries, microwave oven, 9-foot ceilings, controlled accessed gates, community laundry room • 27550 Hwy. 290, Cypress • www.fairieldcreekapartments.com
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Arella on Jones Type: Independent living Opened: April 2021 Cost: $1,390-$2,229 per month Total units: 229
Amenities: Two private dining rooms, gaming lounges, tness and yoga studios, full-service salon and spas, library, faith rooms, business center, movie theater, bar and lounge area, in-house physical therapy, multilevel clubhouse, art studio, outdoor kitchen and dining, pool, dog park, interactive gaming green area • 12840 Jones Road, Houston • www.arellajones.com The Auberge Type: Memory care Opened: March 2014 Cost: $5,370-$6,900 Total units: 90 Amenities: 24/7 on-site nursing, pharmacy services, medication management, dependent diabetic management, in-house physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, art and music therapy, physician visits, dental services, visiting podiatry services, visiting lab services, visiting home health
Ivy Point Type: Independent living Opened: July 2020 Cost: $1,587-$2,632 per month Total units: 136
Amenities: Library, movie room, on-call maintenance, gated access, dog park, elevators, greenhouse, lounge area, yoga room, pool • 14928 Mueschke Road, Cypress • www.ivypointcypress.com
services, visiting hospice services • 10120 Louetta Road, Houston • www.aubergevintagelake.com
Magnolia Assisted Living Type: Assisted living and memory care
BeeHive Homes of Cypress Type: Assisted living, memory care, short-term care
The Solana Vintage Park Type: Assisted living, memory care Cost: $4,595-$9,460 and up per month Total units: 87
Opened: December 2024 Cost: $5,000 per month Total units : 16
Opened: May 2020 Cost: call for pricing
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Amenities: Clinic, general store, beauty salon, therapy room, chapel, cafe, community kitchen, private dining room • 19929 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston • www.brookdale.com
Cypress
Solea Coppereld Apartments Type: Independent living Opened: April 2017 Cost: $1,579-$2,499 per month Total units: 129
Amenities: Resort pool, coee bar, tness classes, library, pet friendly, Wi-Fi, outdoor grilling stations • 8300 Queenston Blvd., Houston • www.soleacopperield.com Windermere Estates Type: Assisted living Opened: 2019 Cost: $3,000-$5,500 Total units : 65 Amenities: Housekeeping, weekly laundry services, Wi- Fi and cable included, group activities • 11246 Fallbrook Dr, Houston • www.sinceriseniorliving.com/windermere-estates This list is not comprehensive.
Cadence Creek at Towne Lake Type: Independent living Opened: August 2023 Cost: $1,857.99-$3,63.88 per month Total units: 237 Amenities: Cottages with attached private garages,
resident dining lounge, theater, game room, arts and crafts studio, pool, tness center, Wi-Fi
• 11411 Greenhouse Road, Cypress • www.cadencecreektownelake.com
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We are your Jersey Village neighbors, rooted in this community, guided by Christian values, and committed to walking with families through life’s most sacred moments.
• Specialized attention for life’s final chapter • Physical, emotional, and spiritual support • Faith-guided, family-centered approach Hospice • Compassionate support for daily living • Personal care and semi-skilled care • Christian values, neighborly care In-Home Caregiving
We’re here to serve, listen, pray, and walk alongside you just like a neighbor should (281) 204-2695 • 17347 Village Green Dr #109, Jersey Village, TX 77040
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Community Holiday Gift Guide
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR
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Sound Revolution Sound Revolution oers a variety of gifts, including records, cassette tapes, CDs, record players, Walkmans, band T-shirts, posters, accessories and skateboards.
• 21153 Tomball Parkway, Houston • www.soundrevolutionhtx.com
Milk Mustache Founded by Tracy Jones, Milk Mustache is a locally owned cookie company oering a variety of scratch- made cookies for celebrations and gifts. Cookie ¥avors range from featured ¥avors such as the banana pudding to chocolate chip, red velvet cream
cheese and pecan pie. • 13718 Ofice Park Drive, Houston • www.themilkmustache.comX
WhatchamaCloset WhatchamaCloset is an upscale consignment boutique oering a variety of items, including clothing, handbags and shoes. • 13455 Cutten Road, Ste. 1-D, Houston, • Instagram: WhatchamaCloset
The Cypress area has several holiday shopping options. Find something for everyone on your list with this year’s Holiday Gift Guide. This list is not comprehensive.
• www.kanikettu.com
Foxre Candle Works At Foxre Candle Works, customers can create their own candles with over 100 scents to choose from at a fragrance bar. Customers can book an appointment
Antiques
online or order a kit online. • 10611 Fry Road, Cypress • www.foxirecandleworks.com
Coppereld Trading Owned by Sue Ann Goby and Matthew Ellinge, Coppereld Trading is a 2,000-square-foot antique store oering a variety of antiques, including furniture, home decor and restored vintage guitars. • 17037 FM 529, Houston • www.copperieldtrading.com Vintage Gifts & Antiques The local antique shop oers a mix of furniture, home decor, natural soap, dish sets, bric-a-brac, gifts and collectibles. • 11503 Jones Road, Houston • Facebook: Vintage Gifts & Antiques
Music
Six Strings Music Academy Founded in 2005, Six Strings Music Academy oers music lessons for all ages, music instrument accessories such as strings, picks, music books and instruments. • 16718 House Hahl Road, Ste. F, Cypress • www.6stringsma.com
Fashion
Anything Bling Boutique Anything Bling Boutique is a family business oering an assortment of clothing and accessories for mothers and daughters, including dresses, tops, bottoms, shoes and accessories. • 5905 Northwest Freeway, Ste. H, Cypress • www.shopanythingbling.com The Brook Home & Gifts The Brook Home & Gifts oers a variety of gift items from jewelry and accessories to home goods and clothing with brands ranging from Kendra Scott to Corkcicle and Farm House. • 12344 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 160, Cypress • www.thebrookhomeandgift.com
Sweets
Gulf Coast Bread Pudding Gulf Coast Bread Pudding is a bread pudding company founded by Max Peters in 2018. The bakery oers a variety of bread pudding ¥avors, including seasonal ¥avors such as the caramel bourbon apple, pumpkin butter cake and sticky pecan pudding. • 17001 FM 529, Houston • www.gcbreadpudding.com
Crafts
Kani Kettu Owned by Rebecca Castañeda and Edgar Vargas, Kani Kettu is a yarn shop in Cypress oering Nordic yarn brands and knitting accessories. • 10211 Cypresswood Drive, Ste. 600, Houston
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Events
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR
Run Houston The Sam Houston Race Park is hosting a 5 and 10k run presented by Houston Methodist. There will also be a 1K run for kids. • Jan. 3-Jan. 18, 8:30 a.m. • $24.99-$44.99 • 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy. W Gate 3, Houston • www.shrp.com
The Light Park Stroll through millions of lights at the Sam Houston Race Park from your own vehicle. • Through Jan. 4 • $60 (per vehicle), $80 (vehicle admission with
Dasher pass) • Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy., W Gate 1, Houston • www.shrp.com
• Dec. 20, 6:30-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • 12710 Telge Road, Cypress • www.creekwoodgrill.com
• Dec. 13, 5:30 p.m. • $5 (adults), $3 (students), $10 (tournament pass) • Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.thecfef.org Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Commissioner Tom S. Ramsey will be the speaker at the Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce luncheon. • Dec. 16, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • $40 (members), $45 (non-members) • Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.cyfairchamber.com Dr. Beth Cook Health Seminar: Immunity Learn about immunity during Dr. Beth’s health seminar at Seasons Harvest Cafe. A light, complimentary meal will be served from 5:30-6:00 p.m. • Dec. 16, 5:30-7 p.m. • Free Cypress Winds Holiday Concert Join Cypress Winds as they ring in the holiday season performing treasured carols and beloved classics such as Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride.” • Dec. 18, 7 p.m. • Free (admission) • Cy-Fair Lone Star College, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.cypresswinds.org Nate & Daryl Enjoy a live music performance featuring local artists Nate & Daryl at Creekwood Grill. • 17303 Shaw Road, Cypress • www.seasonsharvest.farm
December
The Christmas Market Attendees are invited to get into the holiday spirit with a shopping experience surrounded by holiday spirit with photo opportunities with Santa and holiday sights.
A Glorious Christmas The Houston Choral Society invites the community to ring in the season with a holiday performance and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. • Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m. • $16-$32.07 (admission) • The Foundry Church, 8350 Jones Road, Houston • www.houstonchoralsociety.org No School Day Holiday Crafts Kids Create Studio is inviting children to create crafts during their holiday break. • Dec. 22, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • $51 (admission) • Juergans Hall, 26026 Hempstead Road, Cypress • www.kidcreate.com
• Through Dec. 21 • Free (admission) • 7979 N. Eldridge Road, Houston • www.tradersvillage.com
Holiday Follies Get into the holiday spirit with holiday performances created by Stageworks artists. • Dec. 12-13, 19-20, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 13-14, 19-20, 2 p.m. • $28-$42 (admission) • Stageworks Theater, 10760 Grant Road, Houston • www.stageworkshouston.org Vintage Park Live music Enjoy live music at the Vintage Park Fountains featuring several artists including Amado Garcia, Christy Moser, Xian Eric, Billy Pope, Heirloom, the Karizma Band and Peters Brothers. • Dec. 12-13,Dec. 18-20, Dec. 26-27 • Free • Vintage Park Houston, 110 Vintage Park Blvd, Ste 270, Houston • www.vintageparkhouston.com Houston Methodist Cy-Hoops Invitational A total of 24 teams, including 12 CFISD boys varsity teams will be playing in the tournament. Attendees are invited to the championship game.
January
Steak Night and Karaoke Swanny’s Grill holds Karaoke and steak night every Thursday night at the Sunset Deck. • Jan. 8, 5 p.m. (steak night) and 7 p.m. (karaoke night) • Free (admission) • 6224 Theall Road, Houston • www.swannysgrill.com
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SPRING CYPRESS 22508 Hwy 249 (281) 379-7383
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JONES ROAD 17414 NW Fwy (713) 983-8827
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Transportation
BY JESSICA SHORTEN
Ongoing projects
Upcoming projects
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3 Grant Road widening Project: Widen two lane road to four lane boulevard from Telge Road to Shaw Road. Update: The project is in the design phase. • Timeline: 2026 • Cost: TBD • Funding sources: Harris County, Precinct 3 4 Barwood subdivision improvements Project: Subdivision drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction throughout subdivision to increase drainage capacity, reduce ood risk, and reduce long term maintenance costs. Update: This project has entered the construction phase according to Harris County precinct 3 o cials. • Timeline: Second quarter 2026 • Cost: $1.1 million • Funding sources: Community Development Block Grant, Harris County
1 Cypress Creek Estates Subdivision improvements Project: Subdivision drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction for increased drainage capacity, reduced ood risk, and reduced long-term maintenance costs. Update: Funding for this project is approved and will focus on addressing drainage issues throughout the subdivision. • Cost: $10.1 million • Timeline: Fourth quarter 2026 • Funding source: Federal grant managed by Harris County Engineering Department 2 Cypress North Houston Road Project: Widening roadway from two lanes to a four lane concrete boulevard with raised medians and underground storm sewer system. The project also includes new or upgraded tra c signals at Autumn Mills
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'Journey to 2035' From the cover
Put in perspective
The overview
Population and housing unit growth in Jersey Village steadily declined since 2000 as the city approached full build out, the plan showed. However, population projections show Jersey Village could see an increase of about 300-600 res- idents by 2045, creating a demand for new units. With much of the plan focused on attracting visitors, businesses and residents, Johnson said Jersey Village must diversify its developments, ideally through mixed-use zoning.
Antero Group Project Manager Sean Norton said the planning team surveyed numerous community stakeholders to represent di erent demographics in Jersey Village. He said there was a clear consensus around developing infrastructure and amenities without sacricing city character. “We [need to] understand what the community’s desires are, and then we go into analyzing the real world existing conditions so those wants are balanced with needs,” Norton said.
The plan was designed over the course of a year in collaboration between city sta , residents and third-party consultants Antero Group, Ash + Lime and TJKM. The city last released a full comprehensive plan in 2016, which was updated in 2020, city o cials said. The city received a $157,000 grant from the Texas General Land O ce in 2024 for the new plan, City Manager Austin Bleess said. “We want this to be a living document that we reference frequently,” Bleess said.
Population growth projections Alternate growth scenario Primary growth scenario
Jersey Village comprehensive plan implementation examples
Category
Strategy
Priority level
Timeframe Cost Funding resources
8,421
Future land use & community character
Implement initiatives to attract mixed-use developments along Hwy. 290 corridor and within NW Big Box and Park & Ride areas Establish centralized entity for local business support Develop portfolio of pre-approved housing plans as an option for developers to streamline permitting process Invest in upgrading/diversifying recreational o£erings within city parks to foster active and inclusive opportunities Improve Community Rating System level through FEMA Establish long-term funding mechanisms that prioritize aging utility infrastructure
High Short-term $ Self-funded
8,500
7,962
8,000
8,046
Business & economic growth
High Mid-term $ Self-funded
7,932
0 7,500
2025
2045
Livable neighborhoods & housing Access to recreation & green space Hazard mitigation & risk reduction
High Mid-term $ Self-funded/ Houston- Galveston Area Council High Long-term $$$ Texas Parks and Wildlife Department/ Self-funded
Jersey Village homes built by decade 1960s 155
1,046
1980s 1970s 1990s 2000s 2010s
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High Long-term $$$ TBD
1,062
455 371
Municipal facilities & utilities
High Long-term $$$ Texas Water Development Board
2020s+ 10
THIS LIST IS NOT COMPREHENSIVE
SOURCES: CITY OF JERSEY VILLAGE, ANTERO GROUP¥COMMUNITY IMPACT
NOTE: HOMES INCLUDE SINGLEFAMILY AND APARTMENT UNITS SOURCES: CITY OF JERSEY VILLAGE, ANTERO GROUPCOMMUNITY IMPACT
A closer look
Jersey Village sales tax revenue
2018 $3,158,223
marketing the city as a “boutique business com- munity” with the goal of diversifying and making business owners feel involved in the city. Jersey Village resident and Comprehensive Plan Update Committee Chair Eric Henao said while some strategies may face obstacles, like bond referendums, planning for a variety of goals allows the city to be prepared for sudden opportunities to purchase and develop land within city limits. “You have to think big in the future because if you don’t, you could miss an opportunity that can quickly transform,” Henao said.
City sta are exploring ve potential land use reclassication zones with an emphasis on mixed-use development, according to a map of future land use. Areas of interest include METRO’s Northwest Park and Ride station and the Senate Avenue and Hwy. 290 intersection, which are currently zoned for institutional and commercial use, respectively. Several strategies in the plan support the city’s broader goal of increasing sales tax revenue, coun- cil member Drew Wasson, who served as council liaison on the project, said. Johnson said her department is focusing on
$4,162,639 $3,963,894
2020 2019
$4,015,865
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What they’re saying
What to expect
Short-term goals (Est. completion: 2026-2029) Adopt rainwater harvesting at municipal facilities Prioritize revitalization of existing commercial properties and vacant lots Develop more engagement programs for senior residents Mid-term goals (Est. completion: 2030-2032) Conduct design studies for housing options that align with community vision Develop comprehensive sidewalk improvement plan Create a Safe Routes to School program Long-term goals (Est. completion: 2033-2035) Establish a stormwater utility program to dedicate revenue to maintenance Promote street-fronting commercial retail Improve water and sewer system capacity
Strategies were categorized by priority level, projected cost and timeframe for completion, allowing the city to track its progress over the next decade. Norton said Antero Group also included potential grant sources to assist with funding for several of the proposed projects. “With the city’s leadership, both the city sta£ and elected o§cials, they are very proactive and I believe all of these strategies are achievable,” Norton said. Bleess said he hopes to have achieved a majority of the short and mid-term recommendations by 2030, when the city will likely update the comprehensive plan for the next ©ve years. “A year from now, you’ll see some progress on our short-term goals, and we’ll have a better time frame for our longer-term goals when we get to next year’s budget,” Bleess said.
“We want things to be rooted in reality and achievable because there’s never anything worse than setting up a city for failure.” SEAN NORTON, ANTERO GROUP PROJECT MANAGER
“We like to think of ourselves as special because of our smaller roots.” DREW WASSON, JERSEY VILLAGE CITY COUNCIL MEMBER
NOTE: IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE; THIS LIST IS NOT COMPREHENSIVE
SOURCE: CITY OF JERSEY VILLAGECOMMUNITY IMPACT
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Business
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR
Books Abound has regular avid readers.
Books Abound only accepts paperback trade-ins.
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Books Abound marks 28 years as Cy-Fair literary icon
Nearly 28 years after retired couple Je and Laura Otto opened a used bookstore to clear out a growing stack of novels in their garage and keep themselves busy, Books Abound has become a quiet refuge for readers. The longtime store, sustained by customer trades and occasional donations, now doubles as a lifeline for local avid readers and incarcerated readers. Staying local Je Otto, spends most of his time trading and selling books to local readers. Even as platforms such as Amazon and other digital platforms chip away at business, the Otto’s
said they will continue promoting traditional books while supporting paperbacks. “You know, we don’t know what’s going to happen in the future, but we’re content to just stay here and serve the community,” Je Otto said. What’s special about it? The used bookstore operates with a majority of books sourced from trade-ins and about 10% through donations. The friendly atmosphere o ers a cozy library feel with books sorted by genre and author. Although books are sorted accordingly, the Otto’s said they are always happy to guide customers and direct them towards their next hidden gem.
Je and Laura Otto have operated Books Abound for nearly 28 years.
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