32 projects across Precinct 4 will move forward because of Places 4 People

Staff Report
Posted 9/16/23

On September 6th, Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones announced a $170 million dollar investment in sustainable infrastructure projects. These projects will improve access to parks, alleviate flooding, close critical connectivity gaps, and increase public safety.

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32 projects across Precinct 4 will move forward because of Places 4 People

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On September 6th, Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones announced a $170 million dollar investment in sustainable infrastructure projects. These projects will improve access to parks, alleviate flooding, close critical connectivity gaps, and increase public safety.

Through her Precinct’s Places 4 People initiative, Commissioner Lesley Briones will invest $88 million in Precinct funding and will leverage $82 million in partners’ funding, to deliver a $170 million investment into her precinct. By forging partnerships with organizations such as METRO, Houston Parks Board, Energy Corridor District, Westchase District, various MUDs, and other entities, Precinct 4 is multiplying the infusion of capital to more rapidly drive progress.

“High-quality infrastructure is critical to our quality of life and safety, and is at the heart of thriving communities,” Commissioner Briones said. “I am committed to getting more done for the people of Harris County by being proactive about collaboration. Through these strategic partnerships, we will be able to deliver more—and better—projects across Precinct 4, and this collaboration will help us build a brighter, more resilient future for our children.”

Local organizations submitted projects to be considered for funding. After a rigorous review process, Precinct 4 selected 32 projects, including:

  • Approximately 200 METRO bus shelters
  • 14 trail connection projects
  • 8 street intersection and sidewalk projects
  • 6 roadway drainage projects
  • 8 Brays Bayou under crossings
  • 3 community parks
  • 2 SPARK parks
  • 1 pedestrian promenade

Here is the list of the seven projects happening in the Katy area:

Name

Type

Description

Cane Island Branch Drainage

Drainage

Improvements to the Cane Island Branch of Buffalo Bayou to mitigate flood hazard conditions

Greenbelt Park and Trail

Hike & Bike

Trail connections to Greenbelt Park along South Fry, Westgreen and Highland Knolls

Kieth Harrow

Sidewalk

New sidewalk connecting Westfield Village Drive to Sheridan Elementary School.

Mayde Creek Sidewalk Network

Sidewalk

1.6 miles of new sidewalks and sidepaths providing safe access to and from neighborhoods, schools, parks, and trails around the Mayde Creek school complex

Memorial MUD Pedestrian Bridge

Hike & Bike

Pedestrian bridge and recreational trails at Willow Fork Drainage District

Pitts Road Intersections

Intersection

Intersection improvements on Pitts Road, from Clay to Beckendorf

South Fry Undercrossing

Hike & Bike

1.9 miles of new 10' wide trail connecting Mason and George Bush Park. Includes an undercrossing at South Fry

Between October 2023 and September 2024, 11 projects will begin moving through the final design, permitting, and construction process, and are anticipated to break ground in 2024. 

 “Places 4 People is an example of how county government can collaborate with local organizations to achieve more for our residents,” Commissioner Briones said. “By pooling our resources and expertise, we will drive dozens of innovative projects across the finish line.”

For more details on upcoming projects visit: hcp4.net/infrastructure/projects/

2023 Places 4 People Projects: 2023 Call for Projects - Harris County Precinct 4 (hcp4.net)

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