Houston Public MediaMay 31, 2024

Mayor Whitmire’s pause on mobility projects leaves major Montrose redevelopment in limbo and neighbors at odds

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/infrastructure/2024/05/31/489025/mayor-whitmires-pause-on-mobility-projects-leaves-montrose-redevelopment-in-limbo-and-neighbors-at-odds/

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Mayor Whitmire’s pause on mobility projects leaves Montrose redevelopment in limbo and neighbors at odds

Supporters of the project fear the delay will become indefinite and now, some residents are conflicted over whether it’s needed at all.

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Houston Public MediaApr 19, 2024

A long-planned drainage project and street overhaul in Houston's Montrose neighborhood, which has been a point of contention over the fate of dozens of mature trees, is on hold and under review.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/infrastructure/2024/04/19/484161/long-planned-montrose-boulevard-overhaul-on-hold-and-under-review-by-houstons-new-mayor/

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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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