Harris County Commissioners Court approved renewing a contract with J Rivas Construction to build sidewalks across Precinct 4. This $14 million project will run from October 2026 to October 2027, creating safer walking paths in northwest Harris County neighborhoods. Precinct 4 includes areas like Tomball, Cypress, Spring, and parts of northwest Houston. New sidewalks mean safer routes to schools, bus stops, and local businesses. They help families walk instead of drive for short trips. The project shows strong commitment to supporting minority and women-owned businesses, with 71% participation far exceeding the 31% goal. This creates local jobs and keeps tax dollars in our community. When contractors hire locally and include diverse businesses, it strengthens our economy. The Commissioners Court oversees these infrastructure investments to improve quality of life. Residents can track progress by contacting Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones' office or attending monthly Commissioners Court meetings. These happen Tuesdays at 1001 Preston in downtown Houston. You can also email questions to the county purchasing department at Serena.Castro@pur.hctx.net. Better sidewalks connect our neighborhoods and make walking safer for everyone, especially children, seniors, and people with disabilities who rely on safe pedestrian infrastructure.
New sidewalks will make it safer for families to walk to schools, bus stops, and stores in northwest Harris County. This $14 million project creates local jobs and helps kids, seniors, and people with disabilities get around more safely.
