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Author: Brent Taylor

Veterans Day Celebration

November 7, 2019 Brent Taylor

Houston has the 2nd largest veteran population in the nation with over 250,000 veterans in residence. The City is proud…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces Purchase of Shell Site for Flood Mitigation Project in Southwest Houston

November 5, 2019 Brent Taylor

The city of Houston today officially acquired the 28-acre Shell Research facility property near the Willow Waterhole to help mitigate…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office

$18.5 Million Phase 1 Memorial Park Golf Course Renovation Ushers in a New Era of Professional and Recreational Golf in Houston

November 4, 2019 Brent Taylor

The City of Houston, the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, and the Astros Golf Foundation celebrated the completion of Phase…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews, HPARD - Houston Parks & Recreation Department

Mayor Turner’s statement following President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement

Brent Taylor

Earlier today, the Trump administration announced that it plans to officially withdraw from the Paris climate accord next fall. Please…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office

Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces 22nd Annual Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration

Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester invites Houstonians to attend the Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day celebration starting at 10 a.m., Monday, Nov.…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

Healthy Happy Hour to help diabetics manage their illness without zapping cheer from upcoming holiday celebrations

November 1, 2019 Brent Taylor

HOUSTON – Holiday seasons typically stir up anticipation of carefree and joyful family gatherings and social events, but festivities can…

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Posted in: Community News Filed under: HHD - Houston Health Department

The City of Houston wins final judgment in case involving property tax rate cap

October 30, 2019 Brent Taylor

After 14 years of litigation, a state district judge has granted final judgment for Mayor Sylvester Turner and the City…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office

Imelda Assistance Fund Announces Advisory Board and Grant Committee Members

October 28, 2019 Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo established the Imelda Assistance Fund, in cooperation with the Greater Houston…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office

Mayor Sylvester Turner announces transitional leadership for Hispanics arts and culture facility

October 23, 2019 Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced new leadership of cultural programming at the city-owned facility for Hispanic arts in the East…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office

Feds award record lead-based paint reduction grant to Houston Health Department

October 21, 2019 Brent Taylor

HOUSTON – Hundreds more Houston homes will be made lead safe thanks to a new grant awarded to the Houston Health Department.…

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Posted in: Community News Filed under: HHD - Houston Health Department

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