http://karenforcouncil.org/blog Yes, I'm running! Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:17:25 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I grew my residential real estate firm from a tiny concern with 3 agents to be in the top 25 in her field with 50 agents before I sold the company in 2008.  I know hard work and getting the most for every dollar spent is key to success.  Now ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=212 My concern for Houston youth is a year round passion but particularly when school is in session, Houston's lack of sidewalks is problematic.  Please remember to take care and drive the speed limit.  With many parents and children forced to take to the street rather than safe sidewalks, drivers must ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=210 Karen Derr is proud to receive the endorsement of two neighborhood clubs, the Oak Forest and the Spring Branch Democrats in August.  Their support is particularly meaningful to Derr who is running on a platform of neighborhood concerns which she feels are key to Houston's future growth and prosperity.  "If ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=208 I don't live near a small neighborhood park but I'm very near the huge White Oak park that runs along the bayou from Studewood.  It is well used by all kinds of folks, young and old.  Places where you can get in a good walk, like linear parks, are always ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=204 Unfortunately fund raising is a large part of a candidate's job.  But we try to make it fun for you.  Or at least convenient.  You're always just a click away on this site to easy, secure giving.  If you'd like to be on the Host Committee of my upcoming fund ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=178 Last week I announced my candidacy for At Large 1 and as a popular late night comedienne likes to say, "what a whirl wind."  With a few switches in team responsibilities, we're now ready for a citywide race.  Everyone on the original campaign staff is on board and I'm proud ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=176 Many of you know educaiton is my passion and has been the focus of my work in my own neighborhood.  Whether it has been on my own as a good business neighbor or on committees with others, I've seen good things happen from just a little focus, a little money, ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=173 Next Saturday, February 28, from 2 to 4, we'll be having an old fashioned patriotic grand opening of our headquarters at my house in the Heights.  We'll have a gourmet hot dog bar and chili pie, suds and soda AND apple pie, of course.  The campaign has it's own space ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=169 I'm finding out in politics that the term block walking can accomplish many things.  Tomorrow we will block walk for the third weekend.  What a strange and wonderfully American course of action...walking door to door to remind voters that a special election is now officially called.  It is more fun ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=160 Last Thursday I turned 50 years old.  I have to say that in looking back on accomplishments as we tend to do at times like this, this race for public office is already a proud accomplishment for me.  It is a wonderful time indeed to be seeking to serve.  And ... http://karenforcouncil.org/blog/?p=156