Council Member Pushes Plan Linking Tax Breaks to Higher Wages for Workers
Houston councilwoman wants tax breaks tied to higher wages, benefits, and clean contractor records.
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Houston’s $5 Garbage Fee Gets Hit With State Sales Tax, Which Could Shave Revenue
Houston's $5/month garbage fee faces state sales tax, cutting $2M annual revenue. Council admits no one talked taxes until this week.
Whitmire’s Financial Integrity Advisor Admits 15-Hour Workweeks for $127,000 Salary
Houston's financial integrity director admits 15-hour workweeks for a $127,000 salary while defending his value to the city.
Houston landlords push back against air-conditioning mandate, warning of rent hikes for tenants
Rice expert weighs in on Houston's new AC mandate for rentals, saying it won't raise rents while helping beat the heat.
Houston Council Approves $20.4M Contract With SAFEbuilt to Ease Permitting Backlog
Houston approves $20.4M contract with SAFEbuilt for permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. Councilman says city staff are stretched thin.
City ordered to strip $1.3M in upgrades from Grimes Park after HISD ends lease
Houston is removing $1.3M in park upgrades after HISD ended the lease, prompting council members to question the deal and demand contract reviews.
Manvel Council Votes to Pull the Plug on Flock Surveillance Cameras
Manvel's council votes, in solemn unison, to banish the Flock cameras whose eye had spread to 535 outside agencies.