November 2025

Beat eight encompasses a few businesses to include Bail Bond companies, Chevron gas station, Legal Services and Ducks Unlimited. Beat eight also includes the Fort Bend County Jail and Freeman Town which is a residential area. Beat eight is located on the south side of the City of Richmond. The boundary lines are everything south of Austin Street from S. Seventh St to Richmond Parkway and east of Hillcrest Drive.

This month, I visited the Hope Fort Bend County Clubhouse, an accredited psychosocial rehabilitation facility that supports individuals with mental illness through education, socialization, and employment opportunities. I had lunch with Elizabeth, who has been a member of the clubhouse for two years. Elizabeth shared that she had previously been taken to a mental hospital by police, which was an unpleasant experience for her. She asked how the current process helps individuals like her and stated the police can be scary. I explained that, rather than taking someone to jail, officers can detain individuals and transport them to hospitals for mental health evaluations. This allows doctors to assess medications and provide counseling to help reintegrate people with special needs into society by helping though medicine rather than committing someone to jail. Elizabeth thanked me for my service and said she felt more at ease about her relationship with law enforcement.

I also visited Platinum Motors, located at 211 Austin Street, and spoke with the owner, Russell. He shared that he has been operating his business in Richmond for 20 years and expressed his gratitude to the Richmond Police Department for their exceptional work in keeping the city safe. Russell mentioned that he appreciates seeing officers parked in his lot late at night through his cameras, running traffic enforcement and deterring crime. He noted that he hasn’t experienced a break-in in a very long time and is thankful for the department’s efforts. Russell also shared his personal story about how he transitioned from his family’s restaurant business into vehicle repairs. I thanked Russell for his time, gave him my business card, and encouraged him to reach out if he ever needed assistance.

Lastly, I spoke with Ryan and his wife, Ludivina, who have lived in Freeman Town for over 10 years. They expressed their appreciation for the police department and said the neighborhood has remained quiet and safe for them and their two sons. Ryan thanked me for my service, and I, in turn, thanked him for his support. I provided the couple with a business card and encouraged them to contact the department if we could ever be of assistance.

Goals Accomplished:

Hand Lunch at the Hope Fort Bend County Club House and foster relationships with the members.

Goals Next Month:

Host a movie in the park partnered with the Sisterhood of the North Star in Freeman Town