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Mayor Turner announces plans to relocate two confederate statues. New locations will provide better context, prevent vandalism.

June 11, 2020 Brent Taylor

Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the City of Houston plans to relocate the Dowling and Spirit of Confederacy statues, which…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

Mayor Turner Signs Executive Order On Police Reform

Brent Taylor

Surrounded by City Council members, Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo and Houston Police Officers Union representative Ray Hunt, Mayor Sylvester…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews, HPD - Houston Police Department

Houston City Council Unanimously Approves Mayor Turner’s Proposed Budget. Budget avoids furloughs and funds police and fire cadet classes.

June 10, 2020 Brent Taylor

After six hours of discussion and consideration of several proposed amendments, the Houston City Council today approved Mayor Sylvester Turner’s…

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Mayor Sylvester Turner Invites Proposals for National Creative Placemaking Grant

Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester Turner is calling for Houston’s best ideas to endorse for the national Our Town grant program. The National Endowment for…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

Mayor Turner asks cities across the country to join in tribute to George Floyd and commit to policing system reforms

June 7, 2020 Brent Taylor

As the family of George Floyd prepares to hold final memorial and homegoing services honoring his life, Mayor Sylvester Turner…

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Mayor Sylvester Turner Mourns the Death of Texas Southern University Debate Coach Dr. Thomas F. Freeman and Offers His Condolences to Dr. Freeman’s Family and Former Students

June 6, 2020 Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester Turner has released the following statement about the death of Dr. Thomas F. Freeman. “Last year, I was…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

Event Details, Mayor Turner’s Schedule, and Promo Video for Tonight’s Citywide Celebration for High School Seniors

June 5, 2020 Brent Taylor

CLICK THE IMAGE and WATCH THE VIDEO! Mayor Turner and some of our favorite celebrities congratulate the 2020 H.S. Seniors!…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews

The City of Houston Announces Closures and Media Information in Advance of Tuesday’s Peace March Honoring George Floyd

June 1, 2020 Brent Taylor

Mayor Sylvester Turner will join members of George Floyd’s family and community activists to march from Discovery Green to City…

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The City of Houston Observes a Day of Mourning to Remember Those Who Died of COVID-19

Brent Taylor

Mayor Schedules Conference Call with Community and Faith Leaders to Discuss Ongoing Efforts to Save Lives Mayor Turner talks about…

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Posted in: Mayor's Office Filed under: Hounews, OEM - Office of Emergency Management

The City of Houston enhances COVID-19 safety procedures for employees and visitors

Brent Taylor

Visitors and employees entering City of Houston facilities will be required to wear face-coverings and undergo a no-touch thermometer temperature check beginning…

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