HARRIS CO. RESIDENTS UPSET THAT 2018 FLOOD PROJECTS ARE $1.3B SH

~ 1 year, 3 mos ago Jun 28, '25 1:02pm

HARRIS CO. RESIDENTS UPSET THAT 2018 FLOOD PROJECTS ARE $1.3B SHORT WITH RISK OF BEING PUT ON HOLD
abc13.com/amp/post/h arris-county-residen ts-are-upset-hearing -2018-flood-pro

This affects the San Jacinto River.

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Justanirishgirl

11.9 yrs
~ 1 year, 3 mos ago Jun 28, '25 4:32pm

susanbanthony :

That lady looks pretty good, for 87 years old.

~ 1 year, 3 mos ago Jun 28, '25 8:08pm

Overall Context:
The 2018 flood bond was for $2.5 billion, but the total cost of all projects was closer to $5 billion, necessitating partnership funding, according to the Houston Chronicle.
The bond program aimed to implement 181 flood damage reduction projects.
The Harris County Flood Control District is responsible for implementing and managing these projects.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis (Pct. 1) has expressed concerns about the funding shortfall and the potential impact on public trust if projects are not completed, according to The Texan.

~ 1 year, 3 mos ago Jun 29, '25 9:53am

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After a catastrophic flooding event voters are usually frightened and agreeable to flood mitigation bond approval. Harris County Commissioners Court is a political body and their decisions reflect that. Every bond issue vote ultimately hinges on the Commissioners administration of the voter approved monies..