H-Town Ledger
Houston & Harris County, Texas · Monday, Oct 26, 2026
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Promise tracker

What they said they'd do

Every promise in the press releases of the Mayor's Office, the County Judge's Office and the four county commissioners, and in the State of the City and the county's strategic plan, copied word for word: a named official saying they will do a specific thing. Under each one, the votes, agenda items and fact sheets since then that deal with the same thing. The site doesn't grade them; the record is next to the words.

Harris Health, Harris Health · Oct 25, 2026

Open the Greater Alief Health Center

"The Greater Alief Health Center will open in early 2028 and is funded in part by the $2.5 billion Harris Health facilities bond approved by voters in 2023."

Deadline as stated: early 2028 · Commissioner Lesley Briones, Harris Health Host Wall-Breaking Ceremony for New Greater Alief Health Center

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 23, 2026

Construct and refurbish 23 soccer pitches across six parks

"construct and refurbish 23 soccer pitches across six parks and addresses a critical challenge: limited access to organized soccer for youth in underserved communities"

Mayor Whitmire's March 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 23, 2026

Resurface more than 80 blocks and dozens of intersections in Downtown

"The City is partnering with Downtown Houston+ and METRO to resurface more than 80 blocks and dozens of intersections as part of a major project to build safer, smoother streets across Downtown"

Mayor Whitmire's March 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County Commissioner Justin Beckendorff, and the Brookshire-, Harris County Precinct 4, Harris County Precinct 3, Waller County Precinct 4, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District · Oct 21, 2026

Unite resources, standardize drainage guidelines, and advance coordinated infrastructure projects

"Leaders signed a formal memorandum of understanding to unite resources, standardize drainage guidelines, and advance coordinated infrastructure projects"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Signs Landmark Agreement with Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District Launching Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Leaders, Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition · Oct 21, 2026

Conduct a Cypress Creek Study to analyze water flow between counties

"Conducting a Cypress Creek Study to analyze how the water flows between the counties"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Signs Landmark Agreement with Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District Launching Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Leaders, Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition · Oct 21, 2026

Collaborate on drainage and detention improvements for Cane Island

"Collaborating on drainage and detention improvements for Cane Island to mitigate flooding impacts"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Signs Landmark Agreement with Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District Launching Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Leaders, Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition · Oct 21, 2026

Explore expanded flood warning systems with additional gauges and regional warning system

"Exploring expanded flood warning systems with additional gauges and a regional warning system"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Signs Landmark Agreement with Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District Launching Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Leaders, Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition · Oct 21, 2026

Promote regional drainage standards to implement best practices in high-growth areas

"Promoting regional drainage standards to implement strategic best practices and solutions in high-growth areas"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Signs Landmark Agreement with Commissioner Tom Ramsey, Waller County, and Brookshire-Katy Drainage District Launching Regional Flood Resiliency Coalition

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner · Oct 21, 2026

Build 10 miles of new sidewalks, including 4.25 miles along South Mason Road

"crews will build 10 more miles of new sidewalks, including 4.25 miles along South Mason Road"

Deadline as stated: Summer Break · Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Summer Break Sidewalks 4 Precinct 4 06 May, 26 Initiative delivers 75 miles of new, safe sidewalks for schools, businesses, and medical offices press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Repaint crosswalks, curbs, and road markings at 12 school-zone locations

"Precinct 4 crews will repaint key crosswalks, curbs, and road markings at 12 school-zone locations in the Alief, Cy-Fair, Katy, and Houston Independent School Districts."

Deadline as stated: Spring Break 2026 · Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Spring Break Crosswalks 4 Precinct 4 06 Mar, 26 Initiative delivers critical safety improvements to 119 crosswalks for 32 schools press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Build 75 miles of new sidewalks

"Building 75 miles of new sidewalks (Sidewalks 4 Precinct 4)"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Spring Break Crosswalks 4 Precinct 4 06 Mar, 26 Initiative delivers critical safety improvements to 119 crosswalks for 32 schools press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Rebuild 12 traffic signals

"Rebuilding 12 traffic signals"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Spring Break Crosswalks 4 Precinct 4 06 Mar, 26 Initiative delivers critical safety improvements to 119 crosswalks for 32 schools press releases Pressreleases

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Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Upgrade 300 traffic signs

"Upgrading 300 traffic signs"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Spring Break Crosswalks 4 Precinct 4 06 Mar, 26 Initiative delivers critical safety improvements to 119 crosswalks for 32 schools press releases Pressreleases

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Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Install technology-enhanced crosswalks with push-button activated flashing beacons and accessible ramps

"Commissioner Briones is partnering with Mayor John Whitmire and Council Member Abbie Kamin to install new technology-enhanced crosswalks with push-button activated flashing beacons and accessible ramps at several locations within the City of Houston."

Commissioner Lesley Briones Launches Spring Break Crosswalks 4 Precinct 4 06 Mar, 26 Initiative delivers critical safety improvements to 119 crosswalks for 32 schools press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Commissioners, Commissioners Court · Oct 21, 2026

Support completion of 147 flood control projects across Harris County

"The remaining $4.16 billion (bond and partnership funds) of the $5.2 billion investment will support completion of 147 projects across Harris County"

Commissioner Lesley Briones Delivers Progress on 2018 Flood Bond Projects 18 Sep, 25 New funding plan allows Harris County to keep its commitment to funding high-priority, high-need projects press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Flood Control, Harris County Flood Control · Oct 21, 2026

Maintain 2018 Flood Bond dashboard with quarterly updates

"Flood Control must maintain the 2018 Flood Bond dashboard, which will include project schedules, prioritization scores, budgets, locations, and lifecycle stages for all projects, with quarterly updates."

Deadline as stated: quarterly · Commissioner Lesley Briones Delivers Progress on 2018 Flood Bond Projects 18 Sep, 25 New funding plan allows Harris County to keep its commitment to funding high-priority, high-need projects press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Flood Control, Harris County Flood Control · Oct 21, 2026

Provide quarterly public updates to Commissioners Court on bond project progress

"Flood Control must provide quarterly public updates to Commissioners Court on the progress of all bond projects."

Deadline as stated: quarterly · Commissioner Lesley Briones Delivers Progress on 2018 Flood Bond Projects 18 Sep, 25 New funding plan allows Harris County to keep its commitment to funding high-priority, high-need projects press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Flood Control, Harris County Flood Control · Oct 21, 2026

Convene Flood Bond Working Group at least quarterly

"Flood Control must convene the Flood Bond Working Group — composed of Commissioners Court staff — at least quarterly to ensure transparency."

Deadline as stated: at least quarterly · Commissioner Lesley Briones Delivers Progress on 2018 Flood Bond Projects 18 Sep, 25 New funding plan allows Harris County to keep its commitment to funding high-priority, high-need projects press releases Pressreleases

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Talya Morris, Senior policy advisor with Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Make Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission's 2024 recommendations including data collection and law enforcement cultural competency trainings a reality

"The Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission she helped create is working on making its 2024 recommendations — such as enhancing data collection and introducing cultural competency trainings for law enforcement — a reality."

Deadline as stated: 2025 Deadline passed · Heart of P4: Senior policy advisor Talya Morris knows ball 17 Mar, 25 Talya Morris jokes that she started working in public service because baseball wasn’t hiring. blog Blog

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Talya Morris, Senior policy advisor with Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Bring more domestic violence and mental health resources to Harris County residents

"Talya is also looking into ways to bring more domestic violence and mental health resources to Harris County residents."

Heart of P4: Senior policy advisor Talya Morris knows ball 17 Mar, 25 Talya Morris jokes that she started working in public service because baseball wasn’t hiring. blog Blog

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Harris County Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Hold the inaugural Find Your Four Alief Block Party at Amity Park

"The event will take place Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Precinct 4's Amity Park"

Deadline as stated: October 3, 2026 Deadline passed · Commissioner Lesley Briones & Harris County Precinct 4 launch inaugural Find Your Four Alief Block Party Celebrating Culture, Creativity, and Community

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Harris County Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Launch the first in a Find Your Four Block Party Series

"is the first in the Find Your Four Block Party Series"

Deadline as stated: October 3, 2026 Deadline passed · Commissioner Lesley Briones & Harris County Precinct 4 launch inaugural Find Your Four Alief Block Party Celebrating Culture, Creativity, and Community

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Harris County Precinct 4, Precinct 4 · Oct 21, 2026

Unveil a new mural at Amity Park

"The unveiling of a new mural at Amity Park"

Deadline as stated: October 3, 2026 Deadline passed · Commissioner Lesley Briones & Harris County Precinct 4 launch inaugural Find Your Four Alief Block Party Celebrating Culture, Creativity, and Community

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Precinct 4 Commissioner · Oct 21, 2026

Deploy Precinct 4 cooling bus and mobilize additional resources

"A Precinct 4 cooling bus is on site, and my team is mobilizing additional resources."

Commissioner Lesley Briones Activates Precinct 4 Cooling Buses and Social Work Team to Assist Residents at Sharpstown Apartment Complex

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

County Attorney Abbie Kamin, County Attorney · Oct 21, 2026

Identify all available actions to help families

"County Attorney Abbie Kamin, who has directed her team to identify all available actions to help these families."

Commissioner Lesley Briones Activates Precinct 4 Cooling Buses and Social Work Team to Assist Residents at Sharpstown Apartment Complex

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner · Oct 21, 2026

Work with community, colleagues, law enforcement, and county attorney to determine path forward for entire county

"I will work closely with the community, my colleagues on Commissioners Court, our law enforcement partners, and our Harris County Attorney to determine the best path forward for the entire county."

Commissioner Lesley Briones Decommissions Precinct 4 Flock Cameras

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner · Oct 21, 2026

Precinct 4 will work with community and agencies to ensure robust oversight and guardrails for law enforcement technology

"Precinct 4 will continue working with the community, the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the County Attorney's Office, and our Constables to ensure that robust oversight and strict guardrails are in place for any technology deployed by law enforcement."

Commissioner Lesley Briones Decommissions Precinct 4 Flock Cameras

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Lesley Briones, Commissioner · Oct 21, 2026

Invest in Family Violence Co-Response Team to create a safer Harris County

"Through our investment in the Family Violence Co-Response Team, we are doubling down on our efforts to create a safer Harris County"

Deadline as stated: this month · Commissioner Lesley Briones, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Launch Family Violence Co-Response Team

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Harris County Sheriff · Oct 21, 2026

Equip victims and survivors with long-term resources through Family Violence Co-Response Team

"Today's announcement of our Family Violence Co-response Team in Precinct 4, with Commissioner Briones, is a huge step towards equipping victims and survivors with the long-term resources they need"

Deadline as stated: this month · Commissioner Lesley Briones, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez Launch Family Violence Co-Response Team

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey's Office, Faulkey Gully Municipal Utility District (MUD), and Malcomson, Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner's Office; Faulkey Gully MUD; Malcomson Road UD · Oct 21, 2026

Complete construction of the Faulkey Gully Hike and Bike Trail

"Construction is slated for completion during the first quarter of 2027."

Deadline as stated: first quarter of 2027 · Harris County Precinct 3 Celebrates Community-Led Faulkey Gully Hike and Bike Trail Project

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Precinct 3, Precinct 3 · Oct 21, 2026

Complete the T.C. Jester 1B Basin stormwater detention project

"Anticipated completion of the T.C. Jester 1B Basin is the second quarter of 2027."

Deadline as stated: second quarter of 2027 · Harris County Precinct 3 Breaks Ground on Major Flood Project to Safeguard Cypress Creek Communities

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Flood Control District, Harris County Flood Control District · Oct 21, 2026

Construct the south compartment of Woodridge Stormwater Detention Basin with 392-acre feet storage capacity

"construction of the south compartment of the Woodridge Stormwater Detention Basin to temporarily provide 392-acre feet of storage for water during heavy rain"

Major Flood Reduction Project Kicks Off in Kingwood

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Flood Control District, Harris County Flood Control District · Oct 21, 2026

Complete approximately two miles of improvements along Taylor Gully to increase capacity

"approximately two miles of improvements along Taylor Gully to increase its capacity"

Major Flood Reduction Project Kicks Off in Kingwood

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner · Oct 20, 2026

Begin to address neglect in the flood control system

"With the voters' approval of Prop A, we will be able to begin to address the neglect our system has endured for years."

Commissioner Garcia provides statement on the Approval of Prop A

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner · Oct 20, 2026

Work to remove Houston/Harris County from being known as most flood prone region

"It will bring us closer to removing Houston/Harris County from the national spotlight as the most flood prone region in the country"

Commissioner Garcia provides statement on the Approval of Prop A

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Garcia, Precinct 2 Commissioner · Oct 20, 2026

Take action on next steps to resume and possibly expand HART program

"I look forward to taking action on the next steps forward so that HART can resume (and possibly even expand) as soon as possible."

Deadline as stated: as soon as possible · Commissioner Garcia's Concerns over HART Vendor

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Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner · Oct 20, 2026

Develop aggressive internal vendor outreach efforts on all contracts including small purchases under $50,000

"tasked the Precinct 2 Purchasing Department to develop aggressive internal vendor outreach efforts on all contract, including small purchases under $50,000"

How Commissioner Garcia is Creating Opportunities for Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Businesses

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner · Oct 20, 2026

Track payments to contractors rather than just commitments

"tasked my team to track payments to contractors, rather than just commitments"

How Commissioner Garcia is Creating Opportunities for Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Businesses

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 · Oct 20, 2026

Reconstruct nearly four miles of asphalt roadways on three named streets

"The $1.7 million phase begins construction this month and includes reconstructing nearly four miles of asphalt roadways. The roads to be improved are Brownwood Street, Hershe Street, and Waxahachie Street between Nadolney Street and Manor Street."

Deadline as stated: by the end of the year · Precinct 2 Begins Phase Four of Cloverleaf Area Roadway Improvements

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 · Oct 20, 2026

Begin construction on BetterStreets2Neighborhoods project in Channelview and Jacinto City areas

"construction will begin on a new BetterStreets2Neighborhoods (BS2N) project in the Channelview and Jacinto City areas in September"

Deadline as stated: September Deadline passed · Precinct 2 Begins Road Improvements in Channelview & Jacinto City Area

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 · Oct 20, 2026

Repair nearly 5 miles of roadway including Lane Street, Hart Street, Mercury Drive, and Dell Dale Street

"This $1.8 million project will repair nearly 5 miles of roadway, including Lane Street, Hart Street, Mercury Drive, and Dell Dale Street"

Precinct 2 Begins Road Improvements in Channelview & Jacinto City Area

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct 2 · Oct 20, 2026

Complete construction on roadway repairs

"Construction is expected to be complete later this year."

Deadline as stated: later this year · Precinct 2 Begins Road Improvements in Channelview & Jacinto City Area

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Host French aerospace companies in Harris County and facilitate investments

"Hosting French aerospace companies in Harris County and facilitating investments in our region."

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Pitches Harris County as Destination for Global Partnership During Leadership Program in France

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Review Harris County emergency response initiatives to incorporate best practices

"Reviewing Harris County emergency response initiatives, including citizen volunteerism, to incorporate additional best practices."

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Pitches Harris County as Destination for Global Partnership During Leadership Program in France

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Continue discussions to implement best practices on domestic violence, maternal health, workforce development

"Continuing discussions at the department level on domestic violence, maternal health, and workforce development to implement best practices."

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Pitches Harris County as Destination for Global Partnership During Leadership Program in France

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

HCFCD Executive Director Marcus Stuckett, Executive Director, Harris County Flood Control District · Oct 20, 2026

Present an update on the plan for current and remaining CDBG-funded projects

"HCFCD Executive Director Marcus Stuckett will present an update at the October 15, 2026 Commissioners Court on the plan going forward for the current and remaining CDBG-funded projects."

Deadline as stated: October 15, 2026 Deadline passed · Harris County Receives One-Year Extension for CDBG Disaster Recovery and Mitigation Flood Control Projects

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, HCOHSEM · Oct 20, 2026

Monitor rain and potential flash flooding at Level II readiness

"currently activated at Level II: High Readiness to monitor the rain and potential flash flooding"

Deadline as stated: by this afternoon · Judge Hidalgo Encourages Residents to Make Preparations for Heavy Rainfall for Tropical Storm Edouard By This Afternoon

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

County departments, Harris County · Oct 20, 2026

Keep high water rescue vehicles on standby across the county ready to respond

"County departments have high water rescue vehicles on standby across the county ready to respond if needed"

Judge Hidalgo Encourages Residents to Make Preparations for Heavy Rainfall for Tropical Storm Edouard By This Afternoon

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Emergency management officials, Harris County · Oct 20, 2026

Monitor creeks and bayous for flooding overnight

"emergency management officials will monitor creeks and bayous for flooding"

Deadline as stated: overnight · Judge Hidalgo Encourages Residents to Make Preparations for Heavy Rainfall for Tropical Storm Edouard By This Afternoon

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioners Court, Harris County · Oct 20, 2026

Discuss tax rates and budget amendment process

"Commissioners Court will further discuss tax rates, as well as the budget amendment process, on September 8, 2026."

Deadline as stated: September 8, 2026 Deadline passed · Judge Hidalgo Calls for More Community Engagement on Tax Rate Decision That Will Soon Impact Millions of Harris County Residents

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioners Court, Harris County · Oct 20, 2026

Hold public hearing and formally adopt tax rates and FY27 budget

"Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on proposed tax rates and formally adopt the 2026 tax rates and FY27 budget on September 17, 2026."

Deadline as stated: September 17, 2026 Deadline passed · Judge Hidalgo Calls for More Community Engagement on Tax Rate Decision That Will Soon Impact Millions of Harris County Residents

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Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Accept the voters' decision on continuing early childhood education funding

"I would happily live with the verdict of the people of this county on this issue and any issue"

Judge Hidalgo Asking Commissioners Court to Let the Voters Decide on Continuing Early Childhood Education

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Ask Commissioners Court to allow voters to decide on continuing early childhood education funding

"will ask her colleagues on Commissioners Court this Thursday to let the voters decide whether to continue funding Harris County's successful early childhood education programs"

Deadline as stated: this Thursday · Judge Hidalgo Asking Commissioners Court to Let the Voters Decide on Continuing Early Childhood Education

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Resources for Children & Adults (HCRCA), Executive Director Joel Levine · Oct 20, 2026

Create a fund to expand the guardianship program

"HCRCA proposed creating a fund to help expand their guardianship program and save the costs associated with these individuals staying in hospitals or the criminal justice system instead"

During Day 4 of Budget Hearings, Harris County Departments Say Investments Now Will Save Money Later

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Housing & Community Development, Executive Director Thao Costis · Oct 20, 2026

Create a housing trust fund to address affordable housing

"Harris County Housing & Community Development proposed creating a housing trust fund in response to the current housing affordability crisis"

During Day 4 of Budget Hearings, Harris County Departments Say Investments Now Will Save Money Later

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge · Oct 20, 2026

Ask colleagues to let voters decide on early childhood programs

"I continue to ask my colleagues to let the voters decide whether they would like to see the early childhood programs continue."

Harris County Judge Hidalgo Prevents Further Defunding of Successful Early Childhood Program

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Commissioners Court, Harris County Commissioners Court · Oct 20, 2026

Fund Early REACH through the end of the year

"the Court voted 3-2 to fund Early REACH through the end of the year"

Deadline as stated: December 31, 2026 · Harris County Judge Hidalgo Prevents Further Defunding of Successful Early Childhood Program

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Human Resources & Talent (HRT), Harris County Human Resources & Talent · Oct 20, 2026

Present recommendations on new policies to Commissioners Court

"Harris County Human Resources & Talent (HRT) will use the results to present recommendations on new policies to implement at the October 6, 2026 Commissioners Court."

Deadline as stated: October 6, 2026 Deadline passed · Judge Hidalgo Continues Efforts to Implement Most Kid-Friendly Workplace Policies in Harris County History

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Harris County Housing & Community Development Department, HCD · Oct 20, 2026

Close out all CDBG-DR projects

"HCD expects to close out all CDBG-DR projects by August 2026."

Deadline as stated: August 2026 Deadline passed · Harris County Invests $931 Million in Federal Harvey Recovery Funds to Build More Resilient Infrastructure

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Houston Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Provide 10,000 free tickets to first-time attendees during second half of 2026 season

"provide 10,000 complimentary tickets to first-time attendees during the second half of the 2026 season"

Deadline as stated: second half of 2026 season · Mayor Whitmire Partners with Houston Dynamo & Dash to Provide 10,000 Free Tickets to 2026 Matches

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Houston Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Distribute tickets with dedicated allocation for children in local youth and community programs

"Thousands of tickets will be distributed to Houstonians, with a dedicated allocation reserved for children participating in local youth and community programs"

Deadline as stated: second half of 2026 season · Mayor Whitmire Partners with Houston Dynamo & Dash to Provide 10,000 Free Tickets to 2026 Matches

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire and City Council, Mayor and City Council · Oct 20, 2026

Designate Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and move it under Houston Public Works

"Designates the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and moves it into the combined utility system under Houston Public Works."

Mayor Whitmire and City Council Pass FY 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire and City Council, Mayor and City Council · Oct 20, 2026

Implement a $5 per month administrative user fee beginning with August water bill

"Implements a $5 per month administrative user fee to align with the actual cost of service and to support long-term fleet, staff, and reliability (Customers will notice the fee beginning with the August water bill)"

Deadline as stated: August water bill · Mayor Whitmire and City Council Pass FY 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire and City Council, Mayor and City Council · Oct 20, 2026

Implement a right-of-way fee on water and wastewater utilities to preserve public safety, libraries, parks, municipal courts, and multi-service centers

"Implements a fee on water and wastewater utilities for use of public right-of-way, similar to a franchise fee. The ROW fee benefits help preserve public safety, libraries, parks, municipal courts, and multi-service centers."

Mayor Whitmire and City Council Pass FY 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire and City Council, Mayor and City Council · Oct 20, 2026

Add $31M to the drainage fund from the general fund

"$31M added to the drainage fund from the general fund"

Mayor Whitmire and City Council Pass FY 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

ExxonMobil and United Way of Greater Houston, Corporate donors · Oct 20, 2026

Complete generator installation at Fonde Community Center

"They expect to complete the generator installation by May 2027."

Deadline as stated: May 2027 · Mayor Whitmire Thanks Public-Private Partners for Donation to Power Protection Initiative

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Designate Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and implement a $5 per month administrative user fee

"Designating the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility Implementing a $5 per month administrative user fee"

Deadline as stated: FY 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Implement a Right-of-Way Rental Fee on water and wastewater utilities for use of public right-of-way

"Right-of-Way Rental Fee through the Combined Utility System: Implements a fee on water and wastewater utilities for use of public right-of-way"

Deadline as stated: FY 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Establish five police and eleven fire cadet classes and add $31M to the drainage fund

"Five police and 11 fire cadet classes $31M added to the drainage fund from the general fund"

Deadline as stated: FY 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Welcome Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard members to Fleet Week Houston

"I encourage everyone to tour the ships and enjoy the activities connected to Fleet Week Houston, as we welcome members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard."

Deadline as stated: April 15-22, 2026 · U.S. Navy and City of Houston Announce Participating Ships for Inaugural Fleet Week Houston

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Rear Adm. John W. Hewitt, Commander, Navy Region Southeast · Oct 20, 2026

Showcase Navy ships to the public and share stories with Texas residents

"We look forward to showcasing our ships to the American public and bringing our stories to the people of Texas."

Deadline as stated: April 15-22, 2026 · U.S. Navy and City of Houston Announce Participating Ships for Inaugural Fleet Week Houston

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Construct and refurbish 23 soccer pitches across six parks

"The initiative will construct and refurbish 23 soccer pitches across six parks and addresses a critical challenge: limited access to organized soccer for youth in underserved communities."

Mayor Whitmire's March 2026 Newsletter

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Resurface more than 80 blocks and dozens of intersections in Downtown

"The City is partnering with Downtown Houston+ and METRO to resurface more than 80 blocks and dozens of intersections as part of a major project to build safer, smoother streets across Downtown."

Mayor Whitmire's March 2026 Newsletter

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Remove conflicts of interest, eliminate waste and corruption, balance budget without tax increase, add police and fire recruits

"Removing conflicts of interest, eliminating waste, duplication, and corruption Balancing the budget without a tax increase Adding more Houston Police and Fire Department recruits"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Purchase 54 new trucks and provide more resources for garbage pickup

"Purchasing 54 new trucks and providing more resources for garbage pickup"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Invest in neighborhood and pocket parks, transform Tranquillity Park

"Investing in neighborhood and pocket parks, including a planned transformation of Tranquillity Park"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Replace at least 200 miles of water pipes annually

"Replacing at least 200 miles of water pipes per year"

Deadline as stated: per year · The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Pave 1,000 lane miles

"Paving 1,000 lane miles in 2026"

Deadline as stated: 2026 · The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Invest $500 million in drainage and road improvements

"Investing $500 million in drainage and road improvements"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Commence wider upgrades to Tranquillity Park

"wider upgrades will commence in March"

Deadline as stated: March Deadline passed · Mayor John Whitmire Launches New Mission for Downtown Houston’s Tranquillity Park

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Deliver the annual State of the City and Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade

"I am looking forward to delivering the annual State of the City and the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade"

Deadline as stated: February 2026 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Downtown Houston+ (DTH+), DTH+ and its affiliates · Oct 20, 2026

Produce pedestrian pathways, create World Cup events, complete Main Street Promenade and resurface streets

"Produce and manage safe, clear, and comfortable pedestrian pathways between key World Cup activity centers. Create events and programming aligned with sports mega-events that celebrate Houston's diversity and pride as a host city. Complete the Main Street Promenade and resurface major streets before the FIFA Men's World Cup."

Deadline as stated: before FIFA Men's World Cup 2026 · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

City of Houston, Mayor's Office · Oct 20, 2026

Return all city offices to regular business hours

"All City of Houston offices will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, January 27, 2026."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Solid Waste, City of Houston · Oct 20, 2026

Resume solid waste collections with affected services pushed back one day

"Solid Waste Collections will resume normal operations beginning Tuesday, January 27. All affected collection services will be pushed back by one day."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Municipal Courts, City of Houston · Oct 20, 2026

Resume normal court operations and conduct case resets in person

"All normal court operations will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Case resets will take place in person at all City of Houston court locations beginning Tuesday, January 27 through Tuesday, February 3, until 5 p.m."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27 through Tuesday, February 3, 2026 · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

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All Solid Waste Management, City of Houston · Oct 20, 2026

Reopen solid waste facilities including depositories and recycling centers

"All Solid Waste Management facilities will re-open January 27, including Neighborhood Depositories, Recycling Centers, and administrative offices."

Deadline as stated: January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

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BARC Animal Shelter, City of Houston · Oct 20, 2026

Open for regular business hours

"Open for regular business hours beginning Tuesday, January 27."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

City of Houston, Mayor's Office · Oct 20, 2026

Access warming centers and provide an update

"The City of Houston will access our 12 warming centers on Tuesday, January 27 and provide an update."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Keep warming centers open 24/7

"The City's warming centers will remain open 24/7 until further notice."

Deadline as stated: until further notice · Mayor Whitmire Urges Continued Caution During Winter Weather

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Equip every warming center with generator for power and heat

"Through a partnership with CenterPoint Energy, every warming center is now equipped with a generator to ensure power and heat are maintained during the freeze."

Mayor Whitmire Urges Continued Caution During Winter Weather

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Direct Tier 2 and Tier 3 municipal employees to stay home

"I have directed Tier 2 and Tier 3 municipal employees to stay home."

Deadline as stated: by Monday, January 26 Deadline passed · Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Close Municipal Courts on Monday

"The City of Houston Municipal Courts will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26"

Deadline as stated: Monday, January 26 Deadline passed · Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Open warming centers across the city

"WARMING CENTERS WILL OPEN ACROSS THE CITY OF HOUSTON at 5 p.m. Saturday, January 24"

Deadline as stated: Saturday, January 24 at 5 p.m. · Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Allocate $30 million from Stormwater Fund to demolish abandoned and dangerous buildings

"allocate $30 million from the City's Stormwater Fund to demolish abandoned and dangerous buildings that threaten drainage infrastructure"

Mayor Whitmire, City Council Approve Stormwater Funding to Remove Dangerous Abandoned Structures

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Use Stormwater Fund dollars to support debris removal, impervious surface reduction, site regrading, and cleanup efforts

"Stormwater Fund dollars will support debris removal, impervious surface reduction, site regrading, and related cleanup efforts"

Mayor Whitmire, City Council Approve Stormwater Funding to Remove Dangerous Abandoned Structures

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Oct 20, 2026

Host Fleet Week Houston on April 15-22, 2026

"announced new dates for Fleet Week Houston. The weeklong event, postponed last year due to the federal government shutdown, will take place April 15-22, 2026."

Deadline as stated: April 15-22, 2026 · New Fleet Week Houston Dates Just Announced

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Houston Mayor · Jul 23, 2026

Provide 10,000 free tickets to first-time attendees for 2026 season matches

"provide 10,000 complimentary tickets to first-time attendees during the second half of the 2026 season"

Deadline as stated: second half of 2026 season · Mayor Whitmire Partners with Houston Dynamo & Dash to Provide 10,000 Free Tickets to 2026 Matches

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 10, 2026

Implement a $5 per month administrative user fee for solid waste service

"Implements a $5 per month administrative user fee to align with the actual cost of service and to support long-term fleet, staff, and reliability"

Deadline as stated: beginning with the August water bill · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 10, 2026

Designate Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and move it into combined utility system

"Designates the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and moves it into the combined utility system under Houston Public Works"

Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 10, 2026

Implement a right-of-way rental fee on water and wastewater utilities

"Implements a fee on water and wastewater utilities for use of public right-of-way, similar to a franchise fee"

Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

ExxonMobil and United Way of Greater Houston, Corporate donors · Jun 9, 2026

Complete generator installation at Fonde Community Center

"They expect to complete the generator installation by May 2027."

Deadline as stated: May 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 5, 2026

Designate the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility

"Designating the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility"

Deadline as stated: Fiscal Year 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 5, 2026

Implement a $5 per month administrative user fee for solid waste service

"Implementing a $5 per month administrative user fee to align with the actual cost of service"

Deadline as stated: Fiscal Year 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 5, 2026

Implement a right-of-way rental fee on water and wastewater utilities

"Implements a fee on water and wastewater utilities for use of public right-of-way, similar to a franchise fee"

Deadline as stated: Fiscal Year 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 5, 2026

Fund five police and eleven fire cadet classes

"Five police and 11 fire cadet classes"

Deadline as stated: Fiscal Year 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 5, 2026

Add $31 million to the drainage fund from the general fund

"$31M added to the drainage fund from the general fund"

Deadline as stated: Fiscal Year 2027 · Mayor John Whitmire Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Apr 1, 2026

Mail notices to property owners and agencies about street name change

"The Planning and Development Department mails notices to abutting property owners and other agencies. 113 total parcels"

Deadline as stated: Wednesday, April 1 Deadline passed · Mayor Announces Process to Rename Cesar Chavez Blvd.

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Apr 1, 2026

Install new street signs and notify property owners of name change

"Houston Public Works installs new street signs Property owners and other agencies are notified of the name change."

Deadline as stated: Wednesday, May 13 - June 12 · Mayor Announces Process to Rename Cesar Chavez Blvd.

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Mar 16, 2026

Welcome Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard members to Fleet Week Houston

"I encourage everyone to tour the ships and enjoy the activities connected to Fleet Week Houston, as we welcome members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard."

Deadline as stated: April 15-22, 2026 · U.S. Navy and City of Houston Announce Participating Ships for Inaugural Fleet Week Houston

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Remove conflicts of interest and eliminate waste, duplication, and corruption

"Removing conflicts of interest, eliminating waste, duplication, and corruption"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Balance the budget without a tax increase

"Balancing the budget without a tax increase"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Add more Houston Police and Fire Department recruits

"Adding more Houston Police and Fire Department recruits"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Purchase 54 new trucks and provide more resources for garbage pickup

"Purchasing 54 new trucks and providing more resources for garbage pickup"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Invest in neighborhood and pocket parks and transform Tranquillity Park

"Investing in neighborhood and pocket parks, including a planned transformation of Tranquillity Park"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Replace at least 200 miles of water pipes per year

"Replacing at least 200 miles of water pipes per year"

Deadline as stated: per year · Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Pave 1,000 lane miles

"Paving 1,000 lane miles in 2026"

Deadline as stated: 2026 · Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Invest $500 million in drainage and road improvements

"Investing $500 million in drainage and road improvements"

Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Remove conflicts of interest and eliminate waste, duplication, and corruption

"Removing conflicts of interest, eliminating waste, duplication, and corruption"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Balance the budget without a tax increase

"Balancing the budget without a tax increase"

The State of the City is Strong

The record since

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Add more Houston Police and Fire Department recruits

"Adding more Houston Police and Fire Department recruits"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Purchase 54 new trucks and provide more resources for garbage pickup

"Purchasing 54 new trucks and providing more resources for garbage pickup"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Invest in neighborhood and pocket parks including Tranquillity Park transformation

"Investing in neighborhood and pocket parks, including a planned transformation of Tranquillity Park"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Replace at least 200 miles of water pipes per year

"Replacing at least 200 miles of water pipes per year"

Deadline as stated: per year · The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Pave 1,000 lane miles

"Paving 1,000 lane miles in 2026"

Deadline as stated: 2026 · The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Invest $500 million in drainage and road improvements

"Investing $500 million in drainage and road improvements"

The State of the City is Strong

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Begin wider upgrades to Tranquillity Park

"wider upgrades will commence in March"

Deadline as stated: March Deadline passed · Mayor John Whitmire Launches New Mission for Downtown Houston’s Tranquillity Park

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Honor Tranquillity Park's history and improve the public space

"We will honor Tranquillity Park's history and improve the public space"

Mayor John Whitmire Launches New Mission for Downtown Houston’s Tranquillity Park

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2026

Deliver the annual State of the City and Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade

"I am looking forward to delivering the annual State of the City and the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade"

Deadline as stated: February 2026 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Downtown Houston+ (DTH+), DTH+ and its affiliates · Feb 12, 2026

Produce and manage safe pedestrian pathways between key World Cup activity centers

"Produce and manage safe, clear, and comfortable pedestrian pathways between key World Cup activity centers"

Deadline as stated: before FIFA World Cup 26 · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Downtown Houston+ (DTH+), DTH+ and its affiliates · Feb 12, 2026

Create events and programming aligned with sports mega-events celebrating Houston's diversity

"Create events and programming aligned with sports mega-events that celebrate Houston's diversity and pride as a host city"

Deadline as stated: before FIFA World Cup 26 · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Downtown Houston+ (DTH+), DTH+ and its affiliates · Feb 12, 2026

Complete Main Street Promenade and resurface major streets

"Complete the Main Street Promenade and resurface major streets before the FIFA Men's World Cup"

Deadline as stated: before FIFA Men's World Cup 26 · Mayor Whitmire's February 2026 Newsletter

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Mayor (implied), Mayor's Office · Jan 26, 2026

Return all City of Houston offices to regular business hours

"All City of Houston offices will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, January 27, 2026."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Solid Waste (implied department), Houston Solid Waste · Jan 26, 2026

Resume solid waste collections with affected services pushed back one day

"Solid Waste Collections will resume normal operations beginning Tuesday, January 27. All affected collection services will be pushed back by one day."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Municipal Courts (implied), Houston Municipal Courts · Jan 26, 2026

Resume normal court operations and conduct case resets in person

"All normal court operations will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Case resets will take place in person at all City of Houston court locations beginning Tuesday, January 27 through Tuesday, February 3, until 5 p.m."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 through Tuesday, February 3, 2026 · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

BARC Animal Shelter (implied), BARC Animal Shelter · Jan 26, 2026

Open for regular business hours

"Open for regular business hours beginning Tuesday, January 27."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston ISD (implied), Houston ISD · Jan 26, 2026

Return to normal class schedules

"Houston ISD will return to normal class schedules on Tuesday, January 27."

Deadline as stated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Deadline passed · City Services Return to Normal Hours on Tuesday

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 25, 2026

Keep warming centers open 24/7

"The City's warming centers will remain open 24/7 until further notice."

Deadline as stated: until further notice · Mayor Whitmire Urges Continued Caution During Winter Weather

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 25, 2026

Ensure power and heat maintained at warming centers with generators

"Through a partnership with CenterPoint Energy, every warming center is now equipped with a generator to ensure power and heat are maintained during the freeze."

Mayor Whitmire Urges Continued Caution During Winter Weather

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Houston Public Works, Department · Jan 25, 2026

Assess and treat 41 high priority roadways for emergency response access

"Houston Public Works crews will continue to assess and treat 41 high priority roadways to ensure that police and fire can respond to emergencies and to maintain access into the Texas Medical Center."

Mayor Whitmire Urges Continued Caution During Winter Weather

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 24, 2026

Protect critical infrastructure, open warming centers, and position police and firefighters for emergencies

"My team at City Hall has taken every possible step to protect critical infrastructure, open warming centers, and position police officers and firefighters to respond quickly to emergencies."

Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 24, 2026

Direct Tier 2 and Tier 3 municipal employees to stay home

"I have directed Tier 2 and Tier 3 municipal employees to stay home."

Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 24, 2026

Close Municipal Courts on Monday, January 26

"The City of Houston Municipal Courts will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26"

Deadline as stated: Monday, January 26 Deadline passed · Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 24, 2026

Open warming centers across Houston at 5 p.m. Saturday, January 24

"WARMING CENTERS WILL OPEN ACROSS THE CITY OF HOUSTON at 5 p.m. Saturday, January 24"

Deadline as stated: Saturday, January 24 at 5 p.m. · Time to Prepare: Mayor Whitmire's Winter Weather Update

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 7, 2026

Allocate $30 million from Stormwater Fund to demolish abandoned and dangerous buildings

"allocate $30 million from the City's Stormwater Fund to demolish abandoned and dangerous buildings that threaten drainage infrastructure"

Mayor Whitmire, City Council Approve Stormwater Funding to Remove Dangerous Abandoned Structures

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 7, 2026

Use Stormwater Fund dollars for debris removal, impervious surface reduction, site regrading, and cleanup efforts

"Stormwater Fund dollars will support debris removal, impervious surface reduction, site regrading, and related cleanup efforts"

Mayor Whitmire, City Council Approve Stormwater Funding to Remove Dangerous Abandoned Structures

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 7, 2026

Hold Fleet Week Houston event April 15-22, 2026.

"announced new dates for Fleet Week Houston. The weeklong event, postponed last year due to the federal government shutdown, will take place April 15-22, 2026."

Deadline as stated: April 15-22, 2026 · New Fleet Week Houston Dates Just Announced

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Nov 19, 2025

Heavy trash crews will conduct multiple sweeps across Houston in the next month

"Crews have started in Southwest Houston and will move north while they supplement the work of 27 heavy trash crews in the City's Solid Waste Management Department. The crews will do a couple of sweeps in the next month."

Deadline as stated: next month · Mayor Whitmire's December 2025 Newsletter

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Nov 19, 2025

Install generators at critical city facilities including water, sewer plants, public safety sites, shelters and distribution hubs

"The PPI will install generators at critical city facilities, including water and sewar plans, public safety sites, shelters and distribution hubs."

Mayor Whitmire's December 2025 Newsletter

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Nov 13, 2025

Hold one unified MLK Day Parade on January 19, 2026 at 10 a.m.

"the City will hold one MLK Day Parade for the first time next year. The historic MLK Day Unity Parade will take place on Monday, January 19, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m."

Deadline as stated: Monday, January 19, 2026 Deadline passed · "A Celebration of Unity." Mayor Whitmire and Faith Leaders Announce 2026 MLK Day Parade Plans

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METRO, METRO · Nov 13, 2025

Offer complimentary rides and rail service to the MLK Parade

"METRO will offer complimentary rides to the MLK Parade. METRO's three rail lines will take you right into the heart of downtown and the parade route."

Deadline as stated: January 19, 2026 Deadline passed · "A Celebration of Unity." Mayor Whitmire and Faith Leaders Announce 2026 MLK Day Parade Plans

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The Steering Committee, Fleet Week Houston Steering Committee · Oct 22, 2025

Announce new Fleet Week Houston dates after determining revised schedule

"working closely with all partners, including local agencies, the Port of Houston, and military leadership, to determine a revised schedule and will announce the new dates when confirmed"

Deadline as stated: when confirmed · Fleet Week Houston Postponed

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Sep 4, 2025

Launch Can Blitz program to provide faster access to replacement trash cans

"has directed the City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) to launch "Can Blitz," a new program designed to provide residents faster and more convenient access to new or replacement trash cans"

Deadline as stated: Friday, September 5 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire Directs Solid Waste Management Department to Organize Special Pickup for Garbage Containers

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Sep 4, 2025

Implement operational improvements in Solid Waste Management Department

"Director Larius Hassen has put in operational efficiencies from top to bottom, and he is implementing the improvements I asked him to make"

Mayor Whitmire Directs Solid Waste Management Department to Organize Special Pickup for Garbage Containers

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jul 3, 2025

Return in 30 days to announce the pilot program's success

"This pilot is one example of how we are delivering on that promise. I look forward to returning here in 30 days to announce the pilot program's success."

Deadline as stated: 30 days · Mayor Whitmire Delivers on Campaign Promise to Cut Permitting Delays with 30- Day Residential Permit Pilot

No vote, agenda item or fact sheet on file since then deals with this yet.

Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jul 3, 2025

Launch the 30-Day Residential Permitting Pilot Program to make building easier

"the launch of the City's new 30-Day Residential Permitting Pilot Program, a key step toward fulfilling his commitment to make it easier to build in Houston"

Mayor Whitmire Delivers on Campaign Promise to Cut Permitting Delays with 30- Day Residential Permit Pilot

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 26, 2025

Secure more resources for fire department including trucks, ambulances, and equipment

"made a commitment to securing more resources for the department, including fire trucks, ambulances, and protective fire equipment."

Mayor Whitmire Congratulates Largest Fire Cadet Graduating Class in City's History

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City of Houston, Mayor John Whitmire · Jun 24, 2025

Use $151 million in federal disaster recovery funds for the Power Protection Initiative

"Houston will propose using $151 million of the $314 million in federal disaster recovery funds to support the PPI."

City of Houston and HUD Announce Power Protection Initiative, Discuss Disaster Recovery

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City of Houston, Mayor John Whitmire · Jun 24, 2025

Fund backup power at over 100 key sites including water plants, sewer plants, and public safety facilities

"The City of Houston has identified more than 100 key sites across the city that will benefit from HUD funding our Power Protection Initiative."

City of Houston and HUD Announce Power Protection Initiative, Discuss Disaster Recovery

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 10, 2025

Host a single unified MLK Day parade event

"to host a single, unified event in January 2026"

Deadline as stated: January 2026 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire Announces Historic Unity Parade for MLK Day 2026

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 10, 2025

Share more details about the unity parade

"More details will be shared in the coming weeks by Mayor Whitmire"

Deadline as stated: coming weeks · Mayor Whitmire Announces Historic Unity Parade for MLK Day 2026

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SPARK (organization, implied leadership), Park Desert Initiative · Jun 6, 2025

Add 60 new SPARK Parks and revitalize 40 existing ones

"Once complete in 2027, the initiative will have added 60 new SPARK Parks and revitalized 40 existing ones."

Deadline as stated: 2027 · SPARK Honors Kathleen Ownby for 37 Years of Transformational Leadership

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 4, 2025

restore trust in local government through fiscal responsibility and service delivery reform

"we proposed a balanced FY26 budget grounded in fiscal responsibility, service delivery reform, and a commitment to restoring trust in local government"

Deadline as stated: FY 2026 (beginning July 1, 2025) · Mayor Whitmire's June 2025 Newsletter

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 4, 2025

make Houston the safest major city in America

"I want Houston to be the safest major city in America. We must support the police and our youth and come together as a community."

Mayor Whitmire's June 2025 Newsletter

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 4, 2025

Dedicate $184 million to streets and drainage improvements

"$184 million dedicated to streets and drainage improvements"

Deadline as stated: FY 2026, beginning July 1, 2025 · City Council Passes Mayor's FY 2026 Budget

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 4, 2025

Boost the Budget Stabilization Fund by $12 million

"A $12 million boost to the Budget Stabilization Fund"

Deadline as stated: FY 2026, beginning July 1, 2025 · City Council Passes Mayor's FY 2026 Budget

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jun 4, 2025

Provide pay raises for police, fire, and municipal employees

"Pay raises for police, fire, and municipal employees"

Deadline as stated: FY 2026, beginning July 1, 2025 · City Council Passes Mayor's FY 2026 Budget

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 6, 2025

Increase budgeted base pay 3.5 percent for municipal employees and 10 percent for police

"This budget includes an increase to budgeted base pay of 3.5 percent and 10 percent, respectively, related to the meet-and-confer agreement with municipal employees and the draft meet-and-confer agreement with police."

Deadline as stated: FY 2026, beginning July 1, 2025 · "A New Chapter for the City of Houston" - Mayor Whitmire Announces Proposed FY '26 Budget

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 6, 2025

Implement reorganization of city government

"We will implement the reorganization of city government as we go forward."

Deadline as stated: going forward · "A New Chapter for the City of Houston" - Mayor Whitmire Announces Proposed FY '26 Budget

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · May 2, 2025

Unveil details of proposed FY 26 balanced budget including funding for HPOU contract

"Next Tuesday, May 6, Mayor Whitmire will unveil details of his administration's proposed FY 26 balanced budget, including how he will fund the HPOU contract and other city services."

Deadline as stated: May 6, 2025 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire and HPOU Announce Details of "Generational Contract" for Police Officers

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Apr 29, 2025

Host Navy Fleet Week in the Port of Houston

"the City of Houston will host Navy Fleet Week later this year in the Port of Houston, in collaboration with Houston First Corporation, Discovery Green, and other partners."

Deadline as stated: November 5-12, 2025 Deadline passed · City of Houston Announces Plans to Host U.S. Navy Fleet Week in November

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Mayor John Whitmire, Houston Mayor · Mar 5, 2025

Announce how the city plans to celebrate Congressman Turner's life

"Later, I will announce how the city plans to celebrate Congressman Turner's remarkable life of public service."

Mayor Whitmire's Statement on the Death of Congressman Sylvester Turner

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Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs, MOCA · Feb 18, 2025

Open Let Creativity Happen Round 1 applications and close them on specified dates.

"The 2025 Let Creativity Happen, Round 1 applications will open this March 24th and close on April 22nd, 2025."

Deadline as stated: March 24th to April 22nd, 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $100,000 to Projects Amplifying Artistic Creativity and Innovation

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Ars Lyrica Houston, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present over 30 performances of Ring in the Peace through December 2025

"will present over 30 performances of Ring in the Peace at The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern through December 2025 with additional free performances at Arts District venues"

Deadline as stated: December 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Chukwunonso Ofili, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Hold Houston Caricature Expo at True Love Studios

"The Houston Caricature Expo will be held at True Love Studios on April 20, 2025, from 4 pm to 7 pm"

Deadline as stated: April 20, 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Hispanic Alliance for Performing and Audiovisual Arts, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present Danzas en Tarima at Carol Theater

"This event will take place on May 23, 24, and 25, 2025 at the Carol Theater, the newest performance space dedicated to the Latino community in southwest Houston"

Deadline as stated: May 23, 24, and 25, 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Jakari Sherman, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present public discussion, premiere dance work, and workshop series in Freedmen's Town

"The project will take place from May to July 2025 and will include a public discussion, the premiere of a new site-specific multidisciplinary dance work, and a dance workshop series"

Deadline as stated: May to July 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Loren Holmes, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present environmental impact performance in 5th Ward

"This project is set to take place May 3rd, 2025, at 6pm and November 8th, 2025, at 6pm"

Deadline as stated: May 3, 2025 and November 8, 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Margaux Crump, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Provide art exhibition, boat tour, and guided bayou ecology walk

"an art exhibition, boat tour, and guided bayou ecology walk in the spring of 2025, Mother Bayou will provide a much-needed opportunity to empower everyday Houstonians"

Deadline as stated: Spring 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Recipe for Success Foundation, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Unveil permanent murals celebrating Sunnyside foodways at Hope Farms

"The murals will be publicly unveiled in a day-long celebration of Earth Day at Hope Farms on May 3, 2025"

Deadline as stated: May 3, 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Skyler Smith, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present lecture series and premiere documentary film on wetlands

"the lecture series, which features four local wetland experts, will take place throughout March and April of 2025. The film, which involves the lecturers, will premiere in August 2025"

Deadline as stated: March, April, and August 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Tarami Readus, Grant Recipient · Feb 14, 2025

Present Legacy production at historic Deluxe Theater

"This interactive musical showcase will be held on December 13th, 2025, at the historic Deluxe Theater, located on 3330 Lyons Avenue, Houston, TX 77020"

Deadline as stated: December 13, 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Houston Arts Alliance, Grant Administrator · Feb 14, 2025

Open City Initiative Round 1 applications

"The 2025 City Initiative, Round 1 applications will open this March 24th and close on April 22nd, 2025"

Deadline as stated: March 24 to April 22, 2025 · The City of Houston Awards $131,600 to Projects Promoting Arts, Tourism and Disaster Resilience

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Feb 12, 2025

Will not request additional resources until gaining public confidence in money management

"I will not go to them and ask for additional resources until we gain their confidence that we are using their money wisely"

City of Houston Mayor's Office of Communications

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Mayor Whitmire's administration, Mayor's Office · Feb 12, 2025

Revamp city performance tracking with updated public dashboards

"Focus on Results: Revamp how the city tracks and shares progress through updated performance dashboards that are visible to the public"

City of Houston Mayor's Office of Communications

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Mayor Whitmire's administration, Mayor's Office · Feb 12, 2025

Redesign organizational structures to reduce bureaucracy and create career pathways

"Streamline Government: Redesign the city's organizational structures to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy, create clear career pathways"

City of Houston Mayor's Office of Communications

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Mayor Whitmire's administration, Mayor's Office · Feb 12, 2025

Strengthen procurement processes to eliminate waste and find cost savings

"Improve Spending Practices: Strengthen procurement processes to eliminate waste, find cost savings, and ensure vendors meet the high standards"

City of Houston Mayor's Office of Communications

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Mayor Whitmire's administration, Mayor's Office · Feb 12, 2025

Implement stricter financial controls and monitoring systems

"Strengthen Financial Oversight: Implementing stricter controls and monitoring systems to safeguard taxpayer dollars and reduce risks"

City of Houston Mayor's Office of Communications

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Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs · Feb 11, 2025

Award $14.7M in grants to 102 individuals and 156 nonprofits for arts and culture programming in 2025

"awarding $14,795,116 in grants to 102 individuals and 156 arts and culture nonprofit organizations and fiscally sponsored projects offering public exhibitions, presentations and performances in 2025"

Deadline as stated: 2025 Deadline passed · The City of Houston Awards $14.7M in Grants to Arts and Culture Non-Profit Organizations and Individual Artists

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 20, 2025

Keep residents safe and respond to emergencies during the arctic freeze

"We will be here to keep you safe and respond to emergencies"

Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 20, 2025

Keep 10 warming centers open until Thursday or until temperatures rise significantly

"10 warming centers opened across Houston at 6 p.m. Sunday and will remain open until Thursday or until temperatures significantly rise"

Deadline as stated: Thursday or when temperatures rise · Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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Houston Public Works, Houston Public Works · Jan 20, 2025

Apply a second round of brine to overpasses on Monday

"Houston Public Works began pretreating overpasses on Sunday morning and will apply a second round of brine on Monday"

Deadline as stated: Monday · Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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Houston Municipal Courts, Houston Municipal Courts · Jan 20, 2025

Close on Tuesday, January 21

"Houston Municipal Courts will be closed on Tuesday, January 21"

Deadline as stated: January 21 Deadline passed · Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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Houston Airports, Houston Airports · Jan 20, 2025

Close starting at midnight Tuesday morning

"Houston Airports will close starting at midnight Tuesday morning"

Deadline as stated: midnight Tuesday · Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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METRO, METRO · Jan 20, 2025

Suspend all services for the evening beginning at 9 p.m. Monday

"all METRO services will be suspended for the evening beginning at 9 p.m. Monday"

Deadline as stated: 9 p.m. Monday · Mayor Whitmire Urges Houstonians to Stay Safe Ahead of Arctic Freeze

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor · Jan 15, 2025

All City employees will transition full-time to assigned offices

"All City of Houston employees will transition full-time to their assigned offices beginning Monday, Feb. 1, 2025."

Deadline as stated: Monday, Feb. 1, 2025 Deadline passed · City of Houston Ends Work From Home Policy for Municipal Employees

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor of the City of Houston · Jan 1, 2025

Replace over 100,000 remote water meter readers for accurate billing

"we've replaced over 100,000 remote water meter readers, helping families with reliable and accurate bills"

Mayor Whitmire's Happy New Year Newsletter

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor of the City of Houston · Jan 1, 2025

Renovate 25 neighborhood parks in underserved communities

"This fall, we launched the Let's Play Parks Program, which will renovate 25 neighborhood parks in underserved communities"

Deadline as stated: fall · Mayor Whitmire's Happy New Year Newsletter

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Mayor John Whitmire, Mayor of the City of Houston · Jan 1, 2025

End street homelessness through partnerships and treatment programs

"We will achieve this goal by partnering with nonprofits and focusing on mental health, substance abuse treatment, and pathways to permanent housing"

Mayor Whitmire's Happy New Year Newsletter

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Mar 1, 2024

Ask City Council to vote on United Airlines Terminal B expansion at IAH

"Next week, Mayor Whitmire will ask City Council members to vote on the long-delayed United Airlines Terminal B expansion at IAH."

Deadline as stated: Next week · Mayor's Office: Keeping promises on priorities

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Mar 1, 2024

Announce registration details for the 2024 Tour de Houston

"He will soon announce registration details for the 2024 Tour de Houston."

Deadline as stated: soon · Mayor's Office: Keeping promises on priorities

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Mayor Whitmire, Mayor · Mar 1, 2024

Ask City Council members to support firefighters contract arrangement

"I will ask City Council members and all Houstonians to support this arrangement once final details are settled with our partners at the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association."

Deadline as stated: once final details are settled · Mayor's Office: Keeping promises on priorities

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Sources

  1. City of Houston, Mayor's Office press releases
  2. Harris County Judge's Office newsroom
  3. Commissioners' newsrooms: Precinct 1, Precinct 2, Precinct 3, Precinct 4
  4. Mayor's Office: State of the City 2026
  5. Mayor's Office: Keeping promises on priorities
  6. Harris County Strategic Plan
  7. Votes, agenda items and fact sheets: this site's own records, each linked

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