Houston Public MediaAug 14, 2025

Nerie Construction won’t immediately receive $8.3 million for a completed drainage and paving project after the Houston City Council and Mayor John Whitmire withheld the payment on Wednesday due to bribery allegations.

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After bribery scandal, Houston City Council withholds $8.3 million from Nerie Construction

City officials refused to pay money owed to Nerie Construction because of bribery allegations. Mayor John Whitmire says the company should have to “fight” for the money.

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