Author Archive for Gulf Coast Institute
Livable Houston Initiative: Sam Lott’s Presentation on the Commuter Rail Study
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute July 2nd, 2008 on ConnectionsThe findings from a “Regional Commuter Rail Connectivity Study” were presented by Sam Lott at the Livable Houston Initiative meeting on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at the Houston-Galveston Area Council.
Houstonians for Responsible Growth have posted video of the four speakers from the Land Use Forum which we cosponsored.
The Harrisburg grade separation might happen
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute April 7th, 2008 on ConnectionsKUHF is reporting that the City of Houston, METRO, UPRR, and the Gulf Coast Freight Rail District are going to partner together to make the Harrisburg grade separation happen, which will allow METRO to send the new light rail line all the way to the Magnolia Transit Center.
A great day for all Houstonians
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute October 18th, 2007 on ConnectionsThe Board of METRO voted today to go ahead with pursuing the METRO Solutions options that will best serve the people of Houston.
Why you should care when the TPC sends the RTP to the FTA
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute July 11th, 2007 on ConnectionsThe Transportation Policy Council, a governing board of the Houston-Galveston Area Council made up of elected officials from around the region, expects to vote to approve the draft 2035 Regional Transportation Plan on August 24th, when it will be sent to the Federal Transportation Administration.
How many jobs are in your opportunity zone?
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute June 18th, 2007 on ConnectionsHow we measure various aspects of our regional growth has a tremendous impact on the quality of life for Houstonians. Instead of measuring our opportunity zones by how far one can drive in a certain amount of time, we should measure what you actually have access to in that given amount of time.
KHOU reports on toll roads and campaign dollars
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute May 18th, 2007 on ConnectionsKHOU reported this morning on the possible HCTRA and TxDOT deal with particular focus on campaign contributions to County Commissioners.
2035 Regional Transportation Plan Approved for Public Comment
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute May 18th, 2007 on ConnectionsThe Transportation Policy Council approved the draft 2035 RTP for public comment today.
Houston Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan Public Forums
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute April 23rd, 2007 on ProcessStarting today, the Houston Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting public meetings by council member district to enable Houstonians to have input into the priorities for the department.
The METRO Small Business Enterprise/ Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Master Plan Program
Closed Published by Gulf Coast Institute April 3rd, 2007 on ConnectionsMETRO is holding an informational meeting today to address the needs of small businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises at the HCC Administrative Building.