What this is
Harris County and Houston Parks Board will build three trail connections along Sims Bayou to close gaps in our growing greenway network.
Type: Interlocal AgreementFile: 26-2872 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-29 Passed: 2026-05-14
Luis.Cabrera@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Partner: Houston Parks Board
- Affected Area: Precinct 1 — southeast Houston, Pasadena, nearby areas
- Project Goal: Fill 3 missing trail gaps along Sims Bayou
- Who Benefits: Walkers, bikers, wheelchair users, stroller users
About Harris County Commissioners Court
The Harris County Commissioners Court is the governing body of Harris County, Texas. Led by the County Judge and four precinct commissioners, the court sets the county budget, tax rate, and policies affecting public heal…
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- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
- Phone
- 713-755-5000
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Why it matters
If you live near Sims Bayou, new trail connections mean safer ways to walk or bike to parks, schools, and jobs — without crossing busy streets. This affects southeast Houston neighborhoods between the Medical Center and Hobby Airport.
If this passes
Three new trail connections get built along Sims Bayou, letting people safely walk or bike between neighborhoods, parks, schools, and jobs without using busy roads.
If this does not pass
Trail gaps stay broken, forcing people onto dangerous streets and keeping some residents from reaching parks, schools, and jobs without a car.
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