Block clubs are the smallest unit of civic power in Houston. Not an HOA. No dues. No bylaws. Just neighbors who know each other's names and show up when something needs doing. This guide walks you through the City of Houston's Super Neighborhoods program, the Neighborhood Services department, and a practical 5-step process for starting a block club on your street. Includes real examples of what block clubs have accomplished across Houston -- from speed bumps to community gardens to restored streetlights.
Block clubs are the smallest unit of civic power in Houston. This guide covers what a block club is, how Houston's Super Neighborhoods program works, and a step-by-step process for organizing your neighbors around shared priorities. Includes City of Houston resources, real examples, and your first three meetings planned out.