By SHONDRA MUHAMMAD | Deputy Executive Director
One thing we’ve learned throughout these last two years is that we really don’t know what to expect. We do know that no matter what comes up, SHAPE staff, volunteers, and supporters, will rally to provide the best disaster response possible. As we continue to monitor severe weather, which may threaten the Houston area, we have been able to make some weatherization repairs on our family center building. The installation of new commercial gutters cost $8,000, and has already protected our building from taking in water during extensive rain events.
Going through the process of finding a reliable contractor was a challenge. Houston has faced so many closely spaced disasters that contractors are already busy with numerous projects. As the saying goes, “with necessity comes invention," so our recent challenges have given us the opportunity to begin brainstorming on a new program for construction training to assist with disaster relief.
We believe such a program will provide the community with more immediate assistance during times of distress, while also addressing economic development, and alleviating some of the stress that community members feel when searching for a trustworthy contractor. We look forward to keeping you updated as we begin to build out this program.
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