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The city of Houston must still agree to the county's conditions, and an interlocal agreement must be approved before the land can be purchased. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
9:39 AM Sep 23, 2020 CDT
Harris County commissioners approve earnest money contract for Woodridge Village development
Harris County is exploring the creation of a new official in charge of elections, which would take effect Nov. 18, after the 2020 election cycle. (Graphic by Anya Gallant/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
12:37 PM Aug 12, 2020 CDT
Harris County moves forward with creation of elections administrator office
Figure Four Partners, a subsidiary of Perry Homes, has offered to let government partners purchase Woodridge Village, a 268-acre development that Kingwood residents allege has caused flooding in their communities, such as Elm Grove Village. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
7:47 PM Jul 30, 2020 CDT
Commissioners discuss status of interlocal agreement with city of Houston for Woodridge Village development
The way elections are run and voters are registered in Harris County could look different following the 2020 elections, as Harris County Commissioners Court has begun exploring alternatives to the county's current democratic system. (Graphic by Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
4:01 PM Jul 15, 2020 CDT
Harris County begins exploring voter registration, election alternatives
The Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund is a $30 million fund administered by the Greater Houston Community Foundation that aims to financially assist vulnerable individuals and families with essential needs who do not otherwise qualify for other pandemic-related assistance. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
1:59 PM Jun 15, 2020 CDT
UPDATED: Here's how to apply for assistance through the Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund
Two weeks after Houston native George Floyd died in police custody in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Harris County Commissioners Court is set to consider several items that relate to criminal justice reform during its June 9 meeting. (Courtesy Pexels)
Houston
4:04 PM Jun 8, 2020 CDT
Criminal justice reform to take center stage at Harris County's June 9 Commissioners Court meeting
Harris County homeowners who are age 65 or older or who have disabilities can expect property tax relief this year in the form of expanded property tax exemptions. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
4:44 PM May 22, 2020 CDT
Harris County unanimously votes to increase homestead exemptions for seniors, the disabled
Previously set to expire May 20, the disaster declaration allows the county to adequately respond to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said during the meeting. (Screenshot courtesy ABC 13)
Houston
3:42 PM May 20, 2020 CDT
Harris County further extends disaster declaration through June 10
Hollins, who said he has no intentions of running for the office, will serve as interim county clerk throughout the remainder of 2020 until a new county clerk is elected in November. (Courtesy Christopher Hollins)
Houston
12:32 PM May 20, 2020 CDT
Commissioners appoint Christopher Hollins interim Harris County clerk beginning June 1
Harris County Commissioners Court upped the funding for the Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund from $15 million previously approved April 28 to $30 million during its May 19 meeting. (Screenshot via Zoom)
Houston
5:04 PM May 19, 2020 CDT
Commissioners Court doubles Harris County COVID-19 Relief Fund
In partnership with the Houston-Galveston Area Council, Harris County launched a $10 million Small Business Economic Assistance Loan Program on April 7 to help small businesses on the road to recovery. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
6:25 PM Apr 7, 2020 CDT
UPDATED: H-GAC no longer accepting applications for Harris County's Small Business Economic Assistance Loan Program
March 3 is the election day for the primaries. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
8:08 PM Mar 3, 2020 CST
Updated: Ellis wins race for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1
March 3 is the Election Day for the primaries. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
12:16 PM Mar 2, 2020 CST
Candidates for Harris County Precinct 1 commissioner discuss flooding, mobility, population growth
The Texas Transportation Institute's 2019 report ranked Northpark Drive the most congested road in the Lake Houston area. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:25 AM Feb 3, 2020 CST
As officials target busiest roads in Lake Houston area, future of Harris County mobility projects are rocky
City of Houston Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Davis, who currently holds the District B seat on the Houston City Council, addressed the Harris County Commissioners Court Dec. 3. (Hannah Zedaker/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
7:45 PM Dec 5, 2019 CST
Harris County considers legality, liability of removing Houston City Council Member District B race from Dec. 14 runoff ballot
Harris County Commissioners Court
Houston
9:30 AM Dec 5, 2019 CST
Harris County unanimously approves plan for Healthy Food Financing Initiative program
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Vehicles drive alongside the Tomball Tollway in Harris County. (Anna Lotz/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
12:28 PM
Newly formed corporation could divert Harris County toll road revenue to non-mobility projects
Several taxing entities in Harris County and Cy-Fair have either recently adopted or are preparing to adopt tax rates for the 2020-21 fiscal year. This year, the coronavirus pandemic could force districts to make tough decisions. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
11:00 AM
As tax rate talks continue, some push for cuts, conservative budgeting
A voter shows up to vote at the Moody Park Community Center during the July runoff election in Harris County. (Shawn Arrajj/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
2:27 PM
Harris County invests another $17 million as November election plan takes form
A Harris County program designed to provide relief to residents behind on their rent as a result of the coronavirus is getting a boost in funding. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
3:27 PM
Harris County boosts funding, extends deadlines for rental assistance
The Census response rate in Harris County was about 58.7% as of Aug. 17 as compared to a final response rate of 65.1% in 2010. Houston officials estimate the county will lose $250 million over the next 10 years for every missing 1%. (Courtesy U.S. Census Bureau)
Houston
1:45 PM
Harris County joins legal fight against excluding undocumented immigrants from U.S. Census count
Houston used new solid waste trucks to clean homeless encampments Aug. 13. (Courtesy city of Houston)
Houston
6:15 AM
Houston coronavirus updates: Homeless encampments get cleaned; city to host mental health town hall
Sixteen long-term flood mitigation project recommendations throughout the San Jacinto River watershed were presented at a public meeting Aug. 13. (Community Impact staff)
Houston
11:37 AM
16 projects totaling $2.9B-$3.3B could help prevent flooding in San Jacinto River watershed
Harris County is exploring the creation of a new official in charge of elections, which would take effect Nov. 18, after the 2020 election cycle. (Graphic by Anya Gallant/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:31 AM
Harris County moves forward with creation of elections administrator office
Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis is calling on the county to look into a pilot program that could provide funding for legal defense for indigent renters facing eviction. Ellis said the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the vulnerabilities that low-income renters face. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
2:30 PM
Harris County prepares for surge in evictions as federal protections, unemployment boost end
The way elections are run and voters are registered in Harris County could look different following the 2020 elections, as Harris County Commissioners Court has begun exploring alternatives to the county's current democratic system. (Graphic by Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:59 AM
Harris County begins exploring voter registration, election alternatives