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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to Address PVAMU's Summer Graduating Class
Prairie View A&M University is thrilled to announce Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will be addressing its summer 2023 graduating class as the distinguished speaker. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, Aug. 12 in the University’s William “Billy” J. Nicks, Sr. Building.
City of Houston Files Suit Against the State of Texas' "Death Star" Super Preemption Law
Today, the City of Houston filed a lawsuit in Travis County against the State of Texas to have declared unconstitutional, void, and unenforceable House Bill 2127, the so-called "Death Star" or "Super" preemption bill. Governor Greg Abbott signed Texas House Bill 2127 on June 14, 2023, with an effective date of September 1, 2023.
Mayor Turner Invites Proposals to Endorse for National Endowment for the Arts Grant, "Our Town"
The City of Houston is calling for proposals for creative placemaking projects that Mayor Sylvester Turner would endorse for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant program called Our Town.
Mayor Sylvester Turner's Statement on the State Takeover of HISD
I have been very straightforward in my position that the state takeover of HISD is not in the best interest of the students and staff of HISD. Even with the announcement of a Superintendent and Board of Managers, most of whom I do not know, my position has not changed.
Permit Now Required For Houston Establishments Allowing BYOB After Midnight
The Houston City Council adopted an ordinance today that amends Chapter 28 of the City of Houston Code and regulates venues allowing for Bring-Your-Own-Bottle (BYOB) service after midnight.
$5 Million Investment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for the Arts Sector Approved During Houston City Council
Houston City Council approved a $5 million investment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Arts Sector during this morning's City Council meeting. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) will distribute the funds through this Houston Arts and Cultural Stabilization Grant Program to arts and cultural organizations during this calendar year.
Houston Achieves a One-Year 17% Decrease in Street Homelessness
Results for the greater Houston area’s annual Homeless Count and Survey were released today, revealing a remarkable, one-year 17 percent decrease in street homelessness from January 2022 to January 2023. The reduction is one of the biggest in the city’s history and the largest since Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017.
Turner discusses Houston's new transportation paradigm
Mayor Sylvester Turner discusses the mobility paradigm shift during his administration
Mayor Sylvester Turner delivered his eighth and final "State of Mobility" speech today in front of a sold-out crowd at the annual Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG) luncheon. The mayor showcased Houston as a safe, pedestrian-friendly, multimodal transportation city well-positioned for the future.
Houston Achieves a One-Year 17% Decrease in Street Homelessness
Results for the greater Houston area’s annual Homeless Count and Survey were released today, revealing a remarkable, one-year 17 percent decrease in street homelessness from January 2022 to January 2023. The reduction is one of the biggest in the city’s history and the largest since Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017.
City of Houston Statement Regarding the Kingwood Central Wastewater Treatment Plant
The City of Houston Public Works Department is working with the Houston Police Department to investigate an incident related to the Kingwood Central Wastewater Treatment Plant. In January, Houston Public Works received odor complaints related to the Plant, which is operated by a third-party company, Inframark.
Mayor Turner Invited By President Biden to Witness the Signing of the Inflation Reduction Act
Mayor Sylvester Turner is traveling to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the invitation of President Biden, to witness the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act.
Mayor Turner to hold news conference on $21 million RAISE grant funding for City's Telephone Road Project
Mayor Turner, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, Congressman Green, and business leaders will hold a news conference to discuss the $21 million federal grant awarded to the City of Houston for the city's Telephone Road project.
Mayor Turner Announces 12th Annual Back to School Fest Presented By Shell
Mayor Sylvester Turner will be joined by representatives from Shell and the Houston Food Bank to announce details on the 12th Annual Back To School Fest presented by Shell.
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Dr. Marc L. Boom To Be Honored by the American Leadership Forum
Awards Presented for Exceptional Leadership Service During the COVID-19 Crisis
The Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Leadership Forum (ALF) will honor Mayor Sylvester Turner and Dr. Marc L. Boom with the 2021 Joseph Jaworski Leadership Award and the 2021 ALF Public Service Award, respectively, at ALF’s signature Joseph Jaworksi Leadership Award event on Thursday, December 2nd.
