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March 2025

• • March 27, 2025
  • Economic Equity

  Commissioners Ellis and Briones Announce Major Minimum Wage Boost for Workers

  Commissioners Ellis and Briones announce plan to increase Harris County minimum wage to $21.65, supporting living wage and job quality for workers.

February 2025

• • February 17, 2025
  • News

  Construction at Danny Jackson Bark Park

  Starting 2/17/2025, construction begins on the Small Dog Pool and is expected to take up to 10 days. Construction on the Large Dog Pool is expected to begin after the Small Dog Pool is complete.

January 2025

• • January 31, 2025
  • Environment and Climate Action

  New Flood Mitigation Basin Completed to Safeguard Meyerland from Storms

  Commissioner Rodney Ellis joins city, and federal officials to unveil new flood control basin in Meyerland, Houston, reducing flood risk for thousands. See how this project benefits residents.