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About Proposition A Harris County has experienced its share of catastrophic flooding, from the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey to more recent storms that have pushed the county’s flood infrastructure to its limits. To address the growing threats posed by severe weather, Proposition A proposes a significant boost to the Harris County Flood Control District’s maintenance budget. The Proposition would add an additional $100 million per year, raising the total budget to $241 million annually. Expand The increase in funding is aimed at bolstering flood prevention efforts and maintaining the county’s extensive network of bayous, drainage systems, and detention basins. These systems are essential for managing floodwaters during storms, but many of them are aging and in need of repair. With storms becoming more frequent and intense, the current budget is not enough. Proposition A seeks to not only maintain the existing infrastructure but also make necessary upgrades to protect Harris County from future floods. 1 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 5 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 5 2 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 1 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 1 3 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 2 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 2 4 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 3 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 3 5 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 4 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 4 6 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 6 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 6 7 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 7 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 7 8 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 8 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 8 9 of 9 Expand Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 9 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 9 PrevNext Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 5 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 1 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 2 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 3 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 4 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 6 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 7 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 8 Copyright 2024 by Houston City Beat. All rights reserved. - 9 At its core, the Proposition’s goal is straightforward: to better protect the homes, businesses, and lives of Harris County residents. The additional funds would be used for critical maintenance projects like clearing debris and sediment from channels, replacing outfalls, and upgrading drainage systems. These efforts are key to preventing floods in both urban and rural areas of the county. The Proposition has sparked a lively debate in the community, with some residents fully supporting the investment in flood prevention, while others have voiced concerns. At a recent event held at the Hardy Community Center, citizens shared mixed feelings about the Proposition’s potential impact and the county’s ability to manage the extra funds effectively.
Harris County Flood Control District Proposition A: What it Means to Harris County Voters
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