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85th LegislaturePublic Policy Guide
2017
If we don’t speak up, who will?If we don’t speak up, who will?
This Public Policy Guide was created to inform not only our members, but also our elected officials and the community at large on where the Pearland Chamber of Commerce stands on issues impacting business in this region.
Additionally, we have developed an advocacy website, PearlandVotes.com to better communicate with our membership. The site is designed to present detailed information about important issues and to provide action steps to assist our members in sharing those opinions with city, county, state and federal officials.
With more than 750 members who employ 7,500 Pearland citizens, the Pearland Chamber of Commerce is the largest business federation in Brazoria County. Our mission is to promote an environment for trade and commerce through advocacy that will enhance the economic growth for members and community.Please use this guide, as well as the website, as resources to stay on top of issues relating to business.
Carol Artz-Bucek, CCEPresident & [email protected]
Table of ContentsPearland Chamber of Commerce Top Legislative Priorities Page 2Business & Trade Policy Position Page 3-4Healthcare Policy Position Page 4Mobility & Infrastructure Policy Position Page 5 Education Policy Position Page 6County, State and Federal Elected Officials Page 7City of Pearland Legislative Agenda Page 8-11City of Pearland Demographic Information - Geographical Page 12 City of Pearland Demographic Information - Tax Related Page 13City of Pearland Demographic Information - Educational Page 14
Where We Stand 2017
Pearland is located just south of Houston
Where We Stand 2017 2
Mobility and Infrastructure:• Support more transportation dollars for smart solutions to the maintenance and improvements of the Pearland
area infrastructure • Increase in vehicle registration fee. • Support development and improvement of roads in the Pearland region. Roads needing improvement include:
SH 288 Toll Roads, FM 518, SH 288 Feeder, Hwy 35, Widening South of FM 518, Hwy 36, Grand Parkway/99 and Kirby Dr• Support efforts to improve the maintenance, modernization and market competiveness of commercial
waterways, including Port Freeport and Port of Houston• Support legislation restoring funds dedicated to Local Park Fund Grants
Healthcare:• Support the continuation of 1115 Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver• Support measures that sustain funding for the Texas trauma system• Support state funding for additional medical residencies and internships• Oppose any additional mandates on employers providing health insurance benefits
Local Control:• Oppose legislation that will erode the authority of city government over revenues, land use, right-of-ways,
and annexation• Support measures that give school districts local control and flexibility
Education:• Support measures that aim to reduce the tuition burden on post-secondary students• Support legislative review of the A-F school ratings and methodologies associated with House Bill 2804• Support school finance measures to provide facilities funding for fast growth school districts.• Support the development of an accountability system that evaluates students’ individual growth and mastery of
high priority learning standards.Business and Trade:
• Support the continued operation of the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas Enterprise Zone fund and the tax incentives available under the Texas Economic Development Act under Chapter 313 of the Tax Code.
• Support legislation that provides funding for State Water Plan projects that increase the State’s water resources or further establishes long-term planning efforts for an affordable and reliable water supply for the Brazos River Authority, Gulf Coast Water Authority, Brazoria County, and the Houston Region - provided that the investments already made by the City are reflected in any proposed financing mechanisms.
• Oppose legislation that elevates the recreational use of water above the public health and safety needs for drinking water and industrial use.
• Support legislation that ensures continued development of historic gulf coast oil fields through enhanced CO2 oil recovery (2017: HB 1597). The Gulf Coast region has more than two billion barrels of recoverable stranded oil reserves that can only be produced through carbon dioxide injection (CO2 EOR). CO2 EOR projects in the Texas Gulf Coast will encourage new industry that can partner with the oilfield to provide new capital investment, high-wage jobs and result in a broader tax base that supports our communities.
• Support continued use of a locally approved 1/2 cent sales tax collected by cities to fund economic development efforts and tools in their current form including tax abatement, tax increment reinvestment zones, and Chapter 380 agreements.
Pearland Chamber of Commerce Legislative Priorities
Where We Stand 20173
Pearland Chamber of Commerce2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsBusiness & TradeA strong economy is crucial to the continued advancement of Pearland.
• Support the continued operation of the Texas Enterprise Fund• Support state efforts to recruit and retain businesses• Support maintaining the Texas Franchise Tax in its current form and any measures proposed to
reduce the burden of this tax on local businesses• Support continued use of a locally approved 0.5¢ sales tax collected by Pearland to fund economic
development efforts in its current form• Support efforts to remove the restrictions on sales of alcoholic beverages in Pearland• Support the continuation of the Export-Import Bank in its current form• Support criteria that gives preference to local businesses in the procurement process with
governmental agencies• Support educating policymakers about the local, national, and global economic implications of water policy• Support continued and expanded responsible development of America’s vast energy resources, both
traditional and alternative, especially locally and within Texas; and, seek to remove or prevent any encumbrances on oil and gas recovery technologies (e.g. fracking)
• Supportlegislationthatensurescontinueddevelopmentofhistoricgulfcoastoilfieldsusingeco-friendly enhanced CO2 oil recovery technology (HB 1392 – 2015) with consideration given to effects such efforts may have on the EPA Attainment Status of our local area.
• Continue to support the construction and expansion of the Keystone XL Pipeline• SupporteffortstoseekfundingtoreducefloodinginallPearlanddrainages,particularlyClearCreek• Support affordable and available windstorm insurance• Supporttheupdatingandmodernizingoffloodplainmaps• Oppose legislation that will negatively impact the Watermaster for the Brazos River Basin• Support new avenues to increase local, state, and federal revenue from non-tax sources (e.g.
legalized gaming) • Support funding for advertising and promotion of Texas and local tourism• Support the continued use of the Hotel Occupancy Tax as a local funding source for tourism• Oppose unreasonable cybersecurity mandates which may be overly burdensome on businesses• Call for a review of the process by which a petition may be initiated and completed• Oppose capping the Texas Rainy Day Fund• Opposeanylegislationwhichreduceslocalcontrol,specificallyintheareasofMunicipalPowersand
Authority,ProtectingMunicipalRevenue,Land-UseRegulation,andAnnexation
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Pearland Chamber of Commerce2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsHealthcare Promotion of policy and legislation which advance health is good for everyone in Pearland.
• Support legislation and reforms to the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to address the rising cost of providing health insurance
• Support the continuation of 1115 Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver• Support state funding for additional medical residencies and internships• Support favorable tax treatment for companies that offer workplace wellness programs and incentive
participation• Support recess and other physical activity as part of the school programming to promote health and wellness• Opposeanyadditionalmandatesonemployersprovidinghealthinsurancebenefits• Oppose any measure that increases costs for Texas employers and/or their employees and families• SupportreformsthatpromotesustainableMedicaidandMedicareprograms• Support measures that sustain funding for the Texas trauma network
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Pearland Chamber of Commerce2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsEducationAccessible educational opportunities must exist to serve the labor needs of tomorrow if we are to continue to thrive today.
• Support measures that aim to reduce the tuition burden on post-secondary students• Support legislative review of the A-F school ratings and methodologies associated with House Bill
2804• Supportmeasuresthatgiveschooldistrictslocalcontrolandflexibility• Supportfundingforbothcommunitycollegesandschooldistricts• Supportmeasuresencouragingparentstobecomeactivepartnerswithteachersandadministrators• Supportefforts thatwouldutilizemultiplemeasures, includingstudentgrowthmeasures,aspartof the
criteria in the evaluation of teachers• Support efforts to develop a local pool of skilled labor and any legislationwhichmay help grow such
programsanddecreasetheTexastradedeficitandskilledlaborloss• Supportmeasuresthatfinanciallyrewardcampusesforretainingbeyondtheninthgrade• Support continued and enhanced funding for the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) program so
community colleges can purchase equipment to provide state-of-the-art workforce training• SupportfundingforAdultBasicEducation(ABE)asamechanismtoprovidecollegereadyindividuals• SupportreformingtheSkillsDevelopmentFundtoenhancetheabilityofcommunitycollegestobetterserve
students and workforce needs
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Pearland Chamber of Commerce2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsMobility & Infrastructure Infrastructure is the scaffold on which we build business.
• Support the ongoing partnerships with Brazoria County and Texas Department of Transportation to increase capacity of State Highway 288 and add managed toll lanes
• Advocate for increased efforts to renovate, maintain, and improve aging infrastructure in the City of Pearland• Support the development and extension of “feeder” roads on State Highway 288 and funding for continued
improvementsonFM518• SupporttheexpansionofSH35southofFM518• SupportimprovedaccesstotheTexasMedicalCenterandreducedcongestiononSH288bychampioning
the extension and improvement of Kirby Drive• Support upgrading State Highway 36 through Brazoria County to a four-lane divided highway, thereby
providing a safe, alternative truck route from Port Freeport and an alternative hurricane evacuation route for Brazoria County residents
• Support efforts to improve the maintenance, modernization and market competiveness of commercial waterways, including Port Freeport and Port of Houston
• Support the Freeport Harbor Channel Improvement Project• Support assessing the feasibility of implementing preventative measures aimed at decreasing the impact of
major storm events and storm surges on the Port of Houston, Port of Freeport, and the surrounding areas• Support opportunities to improve and modernize railroads • Support strengthening the Texas Power Grid to ensure long-term stability• Support an increase in vehicle registration fees that would be committed solely to transportation infrastructure• Support an increase in the gas tax as another funding instrument for the state• SupportexpansionofFM518(Broadway)fromSH288toFM2351• Support the development and implementation of multi-use paths, bike lanes, and interconnecting trail
systems throughout the City of Pearland• Support bringing CONNECT or a similar service to the Pearland area to service handicapped and disabled
residents
Federal Officials
Where We Stand 20177
SENATOR TED CRUZ404 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington DC 20510202-224-5922
808 Travis Street,Suite 1420Houston, TX 77002
(713) 718-3057 cruz.senate.gov/
SENATOR JOHN CORNYN517 Hart Senate Office Bldg
Washington, DC 20510 202-224-2934
5300 Memorial Dr, Ste 980Houston, TX 77007
713-572-3337cornyn.senate.gov/public/
CONGRESSMAN PETE OLSON2133 Rayburn
Washington, DC 20515202- 225-5951
6302 Broadway St, Ste 220Pearland, TX 77581
281-485-4855olson.house.gov/
Senator Larry TaylorSenate District 11
Capitol Office: CAP GE.5512-463-0111
P.O. Box 12068Austin, TX 78711
6117 Broadway St Suite 122
Pearland, TX 77581281-485-9800
Senator Boris MilesSenate District 13
Capitol Office: 512-463-0113
P.O. Box 12068Austin, TX 78711
Rep. Ed ThompsonHouse District 29
Capitol Office: EXT E2.506512-463-0707P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768
2341 N. Galveston AveSuite 120
Pearland, TX 77581281-485-6565
Rep. Dennis PaulHouse District 129
Capitol Office: EXT E2.814512-463-0734P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768
17225 El Camino Real BlvdSuite 415
Houston, TX281-488-8900
Rep. Ron ReynoldsHouse District 27
Capitol Office: EXT E2.306512-463-0494P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768
2440 Texas Parkway, Suite 102
Missouri City, TX 77489(281) 208-3574
Rep. Alma A. AllenHouse District 131
Capitol Office: EXT E1.506512-463-0744P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768
10101 Fondren RdSuite 500
Houston TX 77096713-776-0505
Ryan CadeCommissioner, Pct. 2
Manvel - Central Service Center21017 CR 171, Dept 3Angleton, TX 77515
Stacy L. AdamsCommissioner, Pct. 3
Alvin-North Service Center2508 North Gordon Street
P.O. Box 548Alvin, TX 77512 281-331-3197
David LinderCommissioner, Pct. 4121 North 10th StreetWest Columbia, Texas
77486979-345-1130
Matt Sebesta County Judge111 E. Locust
Suite 102AAngleton, TX 77515
Dude PayneCommissioner, Pct. 1
Clute-South Service Center1432 Highland Park Drive
P.O. Box 998Clute, TX 77531 979-265-3953
State Officials
County Officials
CONGRESSMAN RANDY WEBER510 Cannon House Office
BuildingWashington, DC 20515
202-225-2831
3003 South Loop W, Ste 460Houston, Texas 77054
713-383-9234algreen.house.gov/
City of Pearland
Where We Stand 20178
2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsThe City of Pearland’s Legislative Agenda is organized the categories of Local Control, Keeping Families Safe and Healthy, Expanding Business Growth, and Increase Efficiency and Reduce Waste. In addition, we have indicated which of the City’s six Strategic Priorities are supported by each position statement. The City’s Strategic Priorities are Fiscal Responsibility, Safe Commu-nity, Healthy Economy, Engaged Community, Sustainable Infrastructure, and Parks, Recreation & Events. These priorities estab-lish what the City strives to accomplish and provides a framework for the City to focus on long term priorities while also making a connection to our everyday actions which serve the residents and business community of Pearland.
Local ControlLocal government officials are custodians of the public trust in way that should maximize the benefit of taxpayer dollars to its residents and businesses that reside in our City. The City of Pearland is able to meet the need of its citizens because our elected officials have the authority to set a balance budget, levy tax rates appropriate with the community’s needs, annex, pro-vide zoning and much more. Property taxes are locally reviewed and determined and provide 20% of local operating revenues. In support of local control, we have the following legislative priorities:
Municipal Powers and Authority• Oppose any legislation that erodes home rule authority and control over local governance priorities• Oppose legislation that would require expenditures by the City without a source of revenue provided by the State.
Protect Municipal Revenue• Oppose changes to the current property and sales tax systems as well as other income producing structures that would
cause the City to lose revenue or the ability to raise revenue, including lowering the appraisal cap or lowering the effective tax rate provision and unfairly shift taxes to other taxpayers.
• Oppose legislation that would restrict the ability of municipalities to issue debt through either General Obligation or Certifi-cates of Obligation bonds.
Land-Use Regulation and Annexation• Strongly oppose legislation that would restrict the zoning authority of cities, would restrict a city’s ability to adopt or amend
zoning regulation, or vest or otherwise create a property right in a zoning classification.• Oppose legislation that would allow special districts to form in a city or its extraterritorial jurisdiction without the city’s
permission, or that would impose additional requirements on cities relating to special districts. • Protect the current annexation laws that allow for municipalities to expand their borders, grow their tax base, and provide
safe-guards for adjacent properties.• Oppose any legislation that would limit the City’s ability to enact building code requirements or assess building inspection fees.
Where We Stand 2019
Keeping Families Safe and HealthyThe City of Pearland has built a strong reputation as being a safe environment for families and businesses to call home. Multiple generations remain in our community and new residents choose our community because we provide excellent public safety through police, fire, and code enforcement, while providing multiple parks and recreation services for all ages to enjoy. We ask that the State also consider the importance of water in this session and not impose any unnecessary burdens for local governments or water systems. In support of keeping families safe and healthy, we have the following legislative priorities:
Public Safety• Support legislation to return the power of arrest and citation to school-based law enforcement officers for Class C
misdemeanors committed on school property, including but not limited to, theft under $50, simple assault (unwanted touching), narcotic paraphernalia, possession of tobacco or alcohol, that were de-criminalized by SB 393 (83R) and SB 1114 (83R) resulting in negative impact on school safety.
• Support legislation for the removal of the General Appropriation’s Act Rider which requires the generation of $1.5 million above the required self-funding revenue generation, by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). While half of the original $3 million rider was removed, the fact that the agency is now self-funded and the operating expenses have increased while the size of the agency has remained steady, prevents the reduction of annual fees due to this rider.
• Oppose legislation that would impose a presumption that first responders incur illnesses or injuries in the line of duty. • Oppose legislation that would impose expanded collective bargaining rights or expand the current meet and confer law.• Support an increase in funding for Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS) related training and equipment.
This program has proven to protect and enhance all Texas communities in responding to catastrophic incidents and its continuation is dependent upon the additional funding support.
• Support efforts to ensure the proper storage of ammonium nitrate in and near Texas communities.• Support legislation that places the decision regarding the requirement of fire protection sprinkler systems back in the hands
of the Local Authorities.
Park & Recreation• Support any initiative to restore funding from the Sporting Goods Sales Tax, dedicated to Local Park Fund Grants and
State Parks.• Support legislation that provides a fair and equitable distribution of the sporting goods sales tax revenue for Local and
State parks and that all funding for Texas Rivers Protection Association (TRPA) and Urban Account projects be subject to the established Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) competitive scoring system.
• Support legislation to enable the City to build and operate recreational facilities in utility easements, including power line easements, for the purposes of walking and biking trails and other recreational uses/facilities, while also reducing any liability for those utility owner/operators.
City of Pearland2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position Statements
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City of Pearland2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsWater Resources
• Actively monitor, evaluate, and act, if necessary, on any legislation related to the Gulf Coast Water Authority (GCWA) and the Brazos River Authority including governance, water planning, and water fees. Pearland applauds the legislature for creating more balance in the governance of the GCWA and hopes to continue working under the current board structure to ensure the region has sustainable water resources to support growth and economic development.
• Support legislation that provides funding for State Water Plan projects that increase the State’s water resources or further establishes long-term planning efforts for an affordable and reliable water supply for the Brazos River Authority, Gulf Coast Water Authority, Brazoria County, and the Houston Region - provided that the investments already made by the City are reflected in any proposed financing mechanisms.
• Oppose legislation that elevates the recreational use of water above the public health and safety needs for drinking water and industrial use.
• Oppose legislation impacting water allocation and use caused by the Texas Farm Bureau case against TCEQ regarding senior priority calls during a drought and water planning that will negatively impact downstream water rights holders as they may become junior in future calls.
• Support efforts to accelerate the development of the Allen’s Creek Reservoir.
Expanding Business GrowthCities have been the economic engines for this state during the past couple of decades, as we provide incentives and land for business recruitment and expansion. We intend to continue with our economic development successes in cooperation with the State. In support of expanding business growth, we have the following legislative priorities:
Economic Development• Oppose attempts to restrict the ability of cities to use Type A (4A) and Type B (4B) funds.• Oppose attempts to restrict the use of economic development tools available to local governments such as tax
abatement, tax increment reinvestment zones, and Chapter 380 agreements.• Support continuation of the Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) for tourism marketing.
Tourism & Travel• Support full funding for Texas State Tourism promotion ensuring that the tourism promotion function gets all “actual”
revenues from the one-twelfth dedication of state hotel tax funding.
Transportation• Support for funding for State roadway expansion projects including FM518, SH288, SH35, and SH36.• Oppose funding or legislation enabling the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to construct the SH35 Tollway,
as currently planned with an elevated cross-section through the Old Townsite area of the City of Pearland• Support legislation that will provide additional funding to the Texas Department of Transportation and local funding
options for transportation projects that would benefit cities, so long as existing funding formulas are followed.
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City of Pearland2017 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA - Position StatementsRight-of-Way and Utilities• Oppose legislation that would further erode a city’s ability to condemn property for a public use, would negatively impact
the City’s authority over its right-of-way, would erode municipal authority to require utility companies to pay the costs of relocating their facilities in a timely manner, as required by current law, or would limit the current ability of the City to receive fair market compensation for use of the public rights-of-way to which the City is responsible and entrusted.
• Support legislation that would increase the authority of municipalities in requiring increased public notice of major pipeline activities - such as flaring- that have a direct impact on the quality of life of city residents.
• Oppose any legislation that would diminish or limit the City’s original jurisdiction over electric and gas rates.
Increase Efficiency and Reduce WasteEspecially in light of the changing economy during the past decade, cities such as Pearland have looked inward to find answers on how to balance our budgets. There are mandates and restriction that come from the State that add to our cost of doing business. We ask that the State be considerate of opportunities to increase efficiencies for cities and not impose an unfunded mandates. In support of increasing the efficiency and reducing waste in local government, we have the following legislative priorities:
Open Meetings/Open Records• Support uniform application of the public information and open meetings laws at every level of government including State
legislative and executive branches.• Support expansion of the ability to charge for cost recovery related to reproduction of public information, including costs of
materials, labor, overhead, electronic copies and for viewing of documents.
Public Advertising• Support legislation that would enable the use of online electronic notice rather than obsolete print media for all public notices.
Where We Stand 201712
City of Pearland Elected Officials Tom Reid, MayorGary Moore, Mayor Pro Tem Keith OrdeneauxTony CarboneGreg HillTrent PerezClay Pearson, Pearland City Manager
City Hall3519 Liberty Dr, Pearland, TX 77581281-652-1600cityofpearland.com
Pearland is a developing “cosmopolitan suburb,” well positioned in Houston metro
Pearland is recognized as an upscale contemporary suburban city offering an attractive lifestyle with young affluent families, a diverse community, quality schools, and extensive public services.
Let’s look at Pearland’s size and population growth, and the elected officials and staff that have managed our rapid growth.
Pearland - An Emerging Cosmopolitan City
Pearland is - 48 square miles within the City limits70 square miles within the 3 County recorded boundaries
Fort Bend County
Brazoria County
Harris County
Harris County
Where We Stand 201713
Life Science / Health CareAltus HarborCardiovascular Systems, Inc.Kelsey-Seybold ClinicMemorial HermannMerit Medical Systems, Inc.
EnergyDover EnergyEthosEnergy (formerly TurboCare)Mott McDonaldMitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corp.
Manufacturing/DistributionAggreko, LLCKemlon Manufacturing & DevelopmentPackaging Services Company, Inc.ShawcorSolvChem, Inc.Third Coast TerminalsWeatherford International
Leading Pearland Employers
Property Tax Rate History 0.8 0.797
0.7051 0.7121 0.7053
0.6812
1991 1993 2014 2015 2016 2017 25
Total Sales Tax Revenue
1/3 of the Sales Tax revenue goes to the Pearland Economic Development Corporation for specific economic development purposes.
19.8 20.2 23.6
25.7 28.2
30.8
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
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Where We Stand 201714
Pearland ISD¥ The citizens strongly endorsed the $220
million 2016 bond election for the renovationand expansion of school facilities to supportthe growing student enrollment.
¥ The District graduation rate is 99% with SATscores 60% above the national average. Over83% of the graduating students were college/career ready by state standards.
¥ Pearland ISD is rated the 4th best of the1,000+ school districts in Texas onachievement, health/safety, teacher quality,extra-curricular activities, and parent/studentsurveys.
Dr. John Kelly Superintendent, PISD
Dr. James “Buck” Gilcrease
Superintendent, Alvin ISD
¥ Dr. Gilcrease is providing quality educationalleadership for Pearland and the AISD’s 252sq. mi. district.
¥ Shadow Creek High School held a grandopening in August 2016 for the 1,458students.
¥ Shirley Brothers Elementary #17 is scheduledto open in the fall of 2017 and Junior HighSchool #7 is scheduled to open in fall 2018 tomeet the growing west side enrollment.
¥ Alvin ISD is opening the J.B. Hensler Careerand Technical Education Center this summerin Manvel but is available for all ISD students.
Alvin ISD
Pearland ISD School Board Rebecca Decker, President, Position 5 [email protected] Murphy, Vice President, Position 4
[email protected] Botkin, Secretary, Position 6 [email protected] Barry, Position 7 [email protected] Boegler, Position 3 [email protected] DeBorde, Position 2 [email protected] Gooden Jr., Position 1 [email protected]
Alvin ISDSchool Board Cheryl Harris, President, Position 3 [email protected] Tonini, Vice President, Position 5 [email protected] Metoyer, Secretary, Position 2 [email protected] Wennerstrom, Position 4 [email protected] Pickren, Position 1 [email protected] Humbird, Position 6 [email protected] Scheibel, Position 7 [email protected]
Administrative Office1928 N. MainPearland, TX 77581281-485-3203pearlandisd.org
Administrative Office301 E. House StAlvin, TX 77511281-388-1130alvinisd.net
UHCL – Pearland Campus ¥ The Pearland Campus has expanded the
Graduate degrees to include bachelor degreesfor Nursing and Medical InformationTechnology and Hospital Management.
¥ The Campus is planned as a 4 year Universityin 2018 with freshman through graduatedegrees to serve the growing industrial,educational and medical demand in the area.
¥ The groundbreaking of the $25 million, 70,000sq. ft., 3 story Health Sciences and ClassroomBuilding in early 2017 is scheduled foroccupancy in the fall of 2018.
Dr. Bill Staples President, University of
Houston Clear Lake 51
UHCL - Pearland Campus
1200 Pearland PkwyPearland, TX 77581
281-283-2004 prtl.uhcl.edu
Alvin Community College
Dr. Christal M. Albrecht President, Alvin
Community College
¥ ACC was designated as a Hispanic ServingInstitution by the U.S. Dept. of Education andawarded $3.8 million to increase Hispanic studentparticipation in STEM programs.
¥ ACC is a partner with the Pearland Turner Collegeand Career High School for students earningAssociate Degrees and Workforce Training leadingto certification.
¥ Approximately one quarter of the ACC enrollmentearned dual credit, Associate Degrees orcertificates. In 2016, more than 30 Pearlandstudents received their Associate Degrees beforegraduating from PISD high schools.
3110 Mustang RdAlvin, TX 77511(281) 756-3598 alvincollege.edu
Pearland Day in Austin is an initiative of the
Pearland Chamber of Commerce.
6117 Broadway StPearland, TX 77581
281-485-3634PearlandTexasChamber.us
About the Pearland Chamber of CommerceThe Pearland Chamber of Commerce, a volunteer intensive organization driven by the entrepreneurial spirit, is proud to encompass a group of visionaries leading the way for others to follow on the road to our city’s progress and promotion of commerce in the Gulf Coast region.
For over 50 years, this commerce driven organization has been the voice of business, with a mission to build business, leaders and community by championing a pro-business agenda. Formed in 1963 by a group of business professionals concerned about the progress of Pearland, this organization was charged with creating job oppor-tunities through stimulation of industrial and commercial growth.
Dynamic leaders continue to lead the way in improving economic development and quality of life for our members and citizens.
Armed with passion and vision, our members, board of directors, volun-teers, and staff combine power and energy to build upon progress. Whatever the needs of our more than 750 members, we will continue to be the vehicle for building success and prosperity.
MISSIONSupport business. Promote growth.
