The City of West University Place participates in the Community Rating System, a voluntary federal program that rewards communities that implement higher standards by providing discounts on flood insurance policies. West University's efforts enable property owners in the floodplain to get up to a 15% discount and some property owners outside the floodplain may also be eligible for a discount. For more information about flood insurance, you can visit the National Flood Insurance Program website, city the City's Floodplain Manager, Clay Chew at 713.662.5830 or call your insurance agent.