Important Information on Requesting Design and Print Projects:

Good Morning-

I think you all know that today is Donna Jackson’s last day at HPL. This email is advise you of process issues and work assignments in Communications that result from this transition.

Veronica Davidson is now managing the Print Shop and Dan Castillo, our Senior Graphic Designer. Donna Jackson is on contract with us to help with several items related to branding and design.

I know that we’ve all relied, to some degree, on direct email or conversation with Donna regarding design and print projects. Beginning today, I need to ask that you have your teams request all design and print projects through the hplprintgraphics email address. If a request requires design work, Veronica and I will decide to whom to assign the project.

Please remember that we have a guideline for this process, with timelines, available for your review. You can find it at https://hplnet.hpl.lib.tx.us/documents/HPL_Printshop_Information1.pdf. Please see page 5 for specifics related to project timelines.

I appreciate you taking the time to discuss this with your staff members. We ask for your patience with us as we work through the changes in the Division. If you have questions, concerns, or problems with particular projects, please feel free to contact either Veronica or me.

Thanks-

Greg

Greg Simpson, Assistant Director

Communications Division

Houston Public Library

(O) 832-393-1333

(C) 713-851-8390

Houston Press Best Public Library 2010: Stella Link

Greetings,

For the second time in under five years, the McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library was selected by the Houston Press as their Best Public Library for 2010. Stella Link also received this honor in 2007. A big congratulations goes out to John Merullo and his team for all their hard work. The write-up for the award recognizes that hard work by pointing out--among other things--the library and the "shelves are wonderfully maintained".

Thanks to the entire team at Stella Link for bringing this wonderful honor to HPL.

While Suzy is out ........

Greetings, everybody:

As you all know, Suzy will be going out on maternity leave soon. In her absence, the following Team Leaders will be in charge of her locations:

· Edward – JOH, YOU

· Mary – SMI, MNT

· Shammi – MAN

· Mike – HEI

Thanks,

Shammi

Shammi is out of the office

I will be out of the office and returning back on 9/13/10. In my absence following team leaders will be available for assistance with any question -

Edward Melton – Friday 9/3 from 1-6 pm
Mary Wagoner – September 7th & 8th
Suzy Benton - September 9th & 10th

Have a good holiday.

Thanks,

Shammi

Payroll has Moved

The Payroll Team is now permanently located on the 3rd floor of 611 Walker! For now, the business practices have not changed; timesheets will be emailed each week and should be returned via delivery as normal. Staff may continue to contact payroll via email or by calling their new phone extensions below with any pay and/or leave concerns.

Gloria Edmond 832-393-8856
Udelia Vega 832-393-8853
Christi Weems 832-393-8867 (713-837-0138 fax)

Thanks,

Shammi

On behalf of MVC,

Greetings,

I will be on vacation and out of the office from Monday, August 16 until Monday, August 23; I will return on the morning of August 24; The following team leaders will be in charge of Neighborhood Libraries and the library locations that report directly to me:

August 16-17: Edward Melton (Office: 832.393.1442 / Cell: 281.217.7990)

August 18-20: Shammi Gill (Office: 832.393.1511 / Cell: 713.447.0914)

August 23: Edward Melton (Office: 832.393.1442 / Cell: 281.217.7990)

Thank you,

Mike Van Campen

How to file a claim with the City for damages or personal injury

Filing a Claim



Article IX, Section 11, City Charter, City of Houston,
Notice of Claim for Damages states:

Before the City of Houston shall be liable for damages for personal injuries of any kind, or for injuries to or destruction of property of any kind, the person injured, or the owner of the property injured or destroyed, or some one in his behalf, shall give the mayor and city council notice in writing of such injury or destruction, duly verified, within 90 days after the same has been sustained, stating in such written notice when, where and how the injury or destruction occurred, and the apparent extent thereof, the amount of damage sustained, the amount for which claimant will settle, the actual residence of the claimant by street and number at the date the claim is presented, and the actual residence of such claimant for six months immediately preceding the occurrence of such injuries or destruction, and the names and addresses of the witnesses upon whom he relies to establish his claim, and a failure to so notify the mayor and city council within the time and manner specified herein shall exonerate, excuse and exempt the city from any liability whatsoever, provided that nothing herein shall be construed to effect or repeal section 12 of Article IX of this Charter. (Act of 1905, as amended October 15, 1913).

Procedures to follow when filing a claim:

Provide the information required in Article IX, Section 11, Notice of Claim for Damages, referenced above, in writing and sign the letter before a Notary Public; and

Mail letter, with the following attachments

· Three property damage estimates,

· Photographs of damage, if any,

· Accident report, if available,

· Photocopy of Certificate of Title of damaged vehicle,

· Photocopy of medical bills, if any, and

· Doctor’s narrative, to:

City Secretary’s Office
City of Houston
P.O. Box 1562
Houston, TX 77251-1562

with a copy provided to:

City Attorney’s Office
Attn.: Claims/Subrogation Division
P.O. Box 368
Houston, TX 77001-0368

FAX: 832.393.6259

Phones: 832.393.6393 or 832.393.6392