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District C council member Abbie Kamin’s last day at City Hall is May 26, before she assumes her role as interim Harris County Attorney.
Kamin represented neighborhoods including Meyerland, the Heights, Montrose and River Oaks.
Looking back
Ahead of her last day, she released the District C final report, which highlights the work done in the district since she took office. Highlights include:
Kamin chaired the Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee from 2020-2024 and highlighted her work for updating the city’s Records Management System and cybersecurity improvements.
She also highlighted the SafeWatch Houston dashboard, which looks at firearm injuries in Harris County.
Under extreme weather and infrastructure, Kamin looked at how they were able to deploy disaster response equipment ahead of storms, and the Office of Emergency Management made five disaster hubs in the district for places to distribute supplies.
A long time coming
Kamin also highlighted projects that are currently underway, including the Turkey Gulley paving and drainage project, which she said she secured over $16.9 million for.
“It is currently in the design phase, and is slated for contract approval in fall 2026, pending collaboration with utilities and required public hearings,” Kamin said in the report.
She also highlighted drainage and flood mitigation projects along North Braeswood Boulevard and Brays, Buffalo and White Oak bayous.
Assessing the need
In the report, Kamin said Houston has some of the most dangerous streets in the country.
“In recent years, traffic-related fatalities have continued to rise, reinforcing the need to treat roadway safety as a true public safety issue,” she said.
Some of the street and sidewalk projects she highlighted include:
Kamin said the improvements in the district happened because of its residents reaching out.
“None of this work happens alone. It is only possible because of you. Your engagement, your advocacy, your willingness to speak up, and your partnership when it mattered most,” she said in a letter to residents at the beginning of the report. “Thank you for trusting me to serve you, and for being a part of everything we have accomplished together.”
One more thing
Kamin will be replaced by Joe Panzarella, who will be sworn in May 27. Panzarella will complete her term, which ends in January 2028.
