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Projects may be scrapped as 2018 flood bond faces $1.3 billion shortfall
The biggest flood bond in Harris County history is facing a major shortfall. The dilemma prompted hours of discussion June 26 ...
'Last straw': Lina Hidalgo grills flood control director, auditor over purchasing, contract process
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo grilled officials Thursday over perceived transparency issues in the Harris County Flood ...
Lina Hidalgo pushes back on criticism of Paris trip during flood control discussion
During a recent discussion about the status of Harris County Flood Control District projects from a 2018 bond, Harris County ...
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These Texans aren’t taking buyouts despite repeated floods - The Texas Tribune
In Harris County, the flood control district wants to buy properties along the San Jacinto River that have flooded repeatedly. Some residents aren’t leaving. Rodger Pace, left, and Veronika ...
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These Texans in flood-prone homes won't take government buyouts
In Harris County, the flood control district wants to buy properties along the San Jacinto River that have flooded repeatedly. Some residents aren’t leaving. By Emily Foxhall , The Texas Tribune ...