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Pop-Off Politics: Breaking Down Houston’s $1.95 Billion Bond Deal For Bush International Airport
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Breaking Down Houston’s $1.95 Billion Bond Deal For Bush International AirportWhat you should know about the terminal upgrades before you're council member makes their vote.
Pop-Off Politics: Roughly $35 Million headed towards water infrastructure
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Roughly $35 Million headed towards water infrastructurePop-Off Politics is where we keep you informed about how your tax dollars are being spent by the City of Houston. Every Wednesday, 16 members of the Houston City Council convene to allocate millions of dollars toward projects intended to benefit Houstonians. We’re highlighting two significant items on the agenda that total $35 million.
Pop-Off Politics: When does Beryl debris clean-up begin?
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: When does Beryl debris clean-up begin?After Hurricane Beryl and a May Derecho left millions without power, Houston's City Council is set to vote on increasing cleanup contracts to $120 million. Mayor Whitmire extended the emergency proclamation to help residents, but questions remain about the speed and funding of debris removal. District F's Tiffani Thomas will address the delays in Wednesday's meeting. Join the discussion and make your voice heard at Public Comment on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.
Pop-Off Politics: City Council tackles key projects during 4th of July week
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: City Council tackles key projects during 4th of July weekMany Houstonians maybe taking a break because of the nations birthday, but not Houston City Council. They are working to secure couplings to fix issues across the city.
Pop-Off Politics: How $66M in city upgrades and the Fentanyl fight impact you
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: How $66M in city upgrades and the Fentanyl fight impact youEver wondered why we focus on local politics every Tuesday? Find out how Houston is investing over $54 million in chlorine to keep our drinking water safe and putting $930,000 into tackling the fentanyl crisis.
City council set to vote on Houston Fire Department contract
Read full article: City council set to vote on Houston Fire Department contractThe Houston Fire Department is on the verge of a historic contract vote! 🗳️ This agreement promises better pay, enhanced working conditions, and comprehensive health provisions for our dedicated firefighters. 👨🚒🔥 #HoustonFireDepartment #ContractVote #CommunitySupport #FirefightersRock
Pop-Off Politics: Houston Police Department seeks approval for real time crime center
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Houston Police Department seeks approval for real time crime centerCheck out the latest segment of Pop-Off Politics where we dive into important agenda items in Houston! This week, we explore the Houston Police Department's Real Time Crime Center and the Houston Forensic Science Center's efforts to address testing backlogs. Stay informed and engaged with local government. #PopOffPolitics #HoustonNews
Pop-Off Politics: Houston considers extending parking meter hours to boost revenue
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Houston considers extending parking meter hours to boost revenueThere is a lot going on in the nation’s fourth largest city, and keeping tabs on everything is a daunting task. KPRC 2 Investigates has a team dedicated to reviewing agenda items involving your tax dollars and how elected officials plan to spend them.
Pop-Off Politics: New city council and mayor, convention center request, and who’s getting a Tahoe?
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: New city council and mayor, convention center request, and who’s getting a Tahoe?Houston Council will consider something old, and something new at Wednesday's meeting.
‘Pop-Off Politics’: Billions in United Airlines Project, and New Convention Center with Hotel?
Read full article: ‘Pop-Off Politics’: Billions in United Airlines Project, and New Convention Center with Hotel?Houston City Council looking to spend Billions at IAH, and what's with the plans for a new convention center and hotel?
‘Pop-Off Politics’: HPD asking for new records keeping system and tasers
Read full article: ‘Pop-Off Politics’: HPD asking for new records keeping system and tasersA lot of time, the general public doesn’t get a chance to dig into what’s going on with our city leaders and the allocation of tax dollars.
Pop-Off Politics: Houston city council facing $48 million in emergency waterline repairs
Read full article: Pop-Off Politics: Houston city council facing $48 million in emergency waterline repairsThe segment featuring KPRC2 Investigator Mario Diaz takes a look at how politicians spend tax dollars during their meetings.