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January 2026

- January 30, 2026
- News
Commissioner Ellis’s Office to Open Warming Center at Finnigan Park Community Center in Fifth Ward on Friday

The Office of Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis will open a warming center at 5 p.m. today at Finnigan Park Community Center, 4900 Providence St., Houston, 77020.
- January 29, 2026
- Public Safety
Commissioner Ellis’s Statement on Harris County Resolution Condemning ICE and CBP Violence in Minnesota and Nationwide

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis issued the following statement regarding Commissioners Court’s 4-1 passage of a resolution condemning the Department of Homeland Security’s violent, unaccoun...

- December 29, 2025
- Community Health
Commissioner Ellis’ Office Co-hosts Community Town Hall Set for January 7 on Proposed Ben Taub Expansion

Community members are invited to attend a town hall on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion (1500 Hermann Drive) to learn more about the proposed expansion ...
- December 23, 2025
- Economic Equity
Commissioner Ellis Champions Equity in Enterprise: Registration Now Open for FIFA World Cup 26 Houston Vendor Opportu...

Learn about upcoming economic development opportunities.

- October 1, 2025
- Infrastructure Planning and Investment
Commissioner Ellis launches Plan Together mobility programs to strengthen Precinct One communities

Plan Together is designed to improve safety, accessibility, public health, and resilience with equitable investments in infrastructure across Precinct One.

- September 25, 2025
- News
Final Statement on the FY2026 Harris County Budget 

Commissioner Rodney Ellis opposes the FY2026 Harris County budget for slashing affordable housing, healthcare, and climate resilience programs.

- June 30, 2025
- Economic Equity
Harris County Raises First Pride Flag, Commissioner Ellis Defends LGBTQIA+ Rights

Commissioner Rodney Ellis leads Harris County in celebrating Pride Month, spotlighting LGBTQIA+ rights, anti-discrimination, and inclusive community initiatives.
- June 30, 2025
- Public Art
Commissioner Rodney Ellis Unveils 'Starry Crown' Mural Honoring John Biggers

Commissioner Rodney Ellis unveils the “Starry Crown” mural in Houston, honoring artist John Biggers and Houston Area Women’s Center’s legacy of advocacy.
- June 13, 2025
- Affordable Housing
Ending of the Harris County Community Prosperity Program

Commissioner Ellis and County Attorney Menefee announce the end of Harris County's Community Prosperity Program and plans to reallocate funds.

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