BikeHouston director critical of Mayor Whitmire’s removal of bike lanes
Houston's cyclist community has continued to push back against Houston's removal of bike infrastructure in the city. BikeHouston Executive Director Joe Cutrufo says Mayor Whitmire has a “moral obligation” to ensure that residents are safe, regardless of their mode of transportation.
Contentious Montrose Boulevard project in Houston draws protest ahead of construction
The plan for the thoroughfare, which involved creating more space for cyclists and pedestrians, was changed after Mayor John Whitmire overhauled the local management board. Protesters spoke out against the changes Monday afternoon.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire seeks replacement of three more Montrose TIRZ board members
If approved by Houston City Council, the appointment of three new members would wrap up Whitmire’s complete overhaul of the board, which decides how to spend localized tax revenue. The shakeup has drawn criticism from some community members and the area’s elected council member.
Residents voice opposition of Whitmire-backed plan for Montrose Boulevard, as vote passes
Under the Whitmire-backed proposal, traffic lanes on Montrose Boulevard would be widened to 12-feet each, with medians narrowed and cut into for turn lanes. Sidewalks would only be four-feet wide, trees removed, and potentially the speed limit raised.
Long-planned Montrose Boulevard overhaul on hold and under review by Houston’s new mayor
The fate of dozens of mature oak trees along the thoroughfare have been a point of contention among neighborhood residents. The project aims to improve drainage, sidewalks and safety.
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