Houston-Galveston Area Council

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our H-GAC caucus meetings! ?? We were thrilled to bring together Home Rule and General Law cities, as well as representatives from independent school districts, for one dynamic event. ??? Together, we elected members for the 2025 H-GAC Board of Directors. We are ;ooking forward to continued collaboration! ?? Visit us at h-gac.com/calendar to stay tuned on upcoming events in our region. #HGAC #HGACRegion #CommunityLeadership #HGCACaucus #BoardofDirectors #Collaboration

We're conducting a study on Hwy. 90 and we need your feedback! Read article below for more information.

?? Dive into the future of transportation! Join us for the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Workshop to explore innovative solutions and strategies for smarter mobility. ?? In-Person Workshop: December 5 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM ?? H-GAC, 2nd Floor Conference Rooms, 3555 Timmons Ln., Houston, TX 77027 ?? Virtual Workshop: December 10 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM ?? Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gNTrhnH4 ?? Scan the QR code in the graphic for quick registration! Don't miss out—advance registration is required. #HGAC #HGACRegion #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil #TransportationInnovation #SmartMobility

?? GIS Day 2024 is tomorrow! ?? Join us at the University of Houston-Clear Lake as we celebrate 25 years of geospatial innovation! This year, we're thrilled to welcome Richard Wade, Texas's Geographic Information Officer, as our keynote speaker. Don’t miss his inspiring talk, "My GIS Journey: How Artistic Science Can Change the World," where he’ll share insights from his three decades of GIS expertise. Explore the full schedule of events, including hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and engaging panels, on our website: houstonareagisday.org ?? Location: Bayou Building, UH-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, TX 77058 We can’t wait to see you there! #HGAC #HGACRegion #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil #GISDayHouston #MapYourWorld

?? Knowledge is power! Climate change affects us all, and the solutions are in our hands. Discover how local governments can lead the way toward sustainability by visiting out Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program webpage at bit.ly/cprg_program ? What’s the biggest climate challenge facing your community? ?? Flooding ??? Heatwaves ??? Air quality ?? Comment below, and let’s explore solutions together! #HGAC #HGACRegion #ClimateChallenges #ClimatePollutionReduction #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil

?? Reminder: The Old Townsite Resident Meeting is Coming Up! ?? Join us on Wednesday, November 20, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at The Pearland Memorial VFW Post 7109. We want to hear from you! Don’t miss this opportunity to share your thoughts on the FM 518 Corridor Study and help shape the future of your community. ? Fill out the survey and let us know what matters to you! Scan the QR code in the graphic or visit https://lnkd.in/gTGH6a8j for more information. #PearlandTX #CommunityMeeting #YourVoiceMatters #HoustGalvestonAreaCouncil #HGAC #HGACRegion --------- ?? Recordatorio: ?Se Acerca la Reunión de Residentes de Old Townsite! ?? únase a nosotros el miércoles 20 de noviembre, de 6:00 a 7:30 PM en The Pearland Memorial VFW Post 7109. ?Queremos escuchar sus opiniones! No pierda la oportunidad de compartir sus ideas sobre el Estudio del Corredor FM 518 y ayudar a dar forma al futuro de su comunidad. ? Complete la encuesta y cuéntenos lo que es importante para usted. Escanee el código QR en el gráfico o visite https://lnkd.in/gTGH6a8j para más información.

Two weeks away! ?? Join us for an insightful virtual event exploring the essential role of third places—like cafes ?, parks ??, community centers ??, and other unique gathering spaces—in creating inclusive, connected communities . Happening on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m., this workshop features expert insights and success stories from urban planning leaders. This event is ideal for planners, local officials, and community advocates eager to strengthen neighborhood ties ??. ASL-English interpretation will be available, ensuring accessibility for all participants. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today at https://lnkd.in/gB9uiaaP! ?? #ThirdPlaces #CommunityBuilding #UrbanPlanning #InclusiveCommunities #H-GACFallWorkshop #HGAC #HGACRegion

?? It’s Crash Responder Safety Week! ?? This year’s theme, “Responders Ahead! Reduce Your Speed As You Proceed,” reminds us to slow down and stay alert when approaching emergency scenes. Every second counts when responders are saving lives—let’s keep them safe as they protect us. ?? Learn more and support safer roads: https://bit.ly/crswtim #HGAC #HGACRegion #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil #HGACTransportation #CRSW2024 #ResponderSafety #MoveOver

?? We need your input! The Houston-Galveston Area Council, in collaboration with the Gulf Coast Rail District, is exploring new transit possibilities for the US 90A Highway corridor. This study aims to identify feasible transit solutions that improve connections between Fort Bend County and the Texas Medical Center. Your feedback is essential to shaping these transit alternatives and enhancing mobility for our growing communities. ?? Share your thoughts now: https://lnkd.in/gFKE9-DT #HGAC #HGACRegion #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil #US90A #TransitDevelopment #RegionalMobility #FortBendCounty #HoustonGrowth #PublicTransit #TransportationPlanning #CommunityFeedback #LightRail #BusRapidTransit #TexasMedicalCenter

?? Just ONE WEEK until Houston’s 25th Annual GIS Day! ?? Join us Thursday, November 21, and Friday, November 22, at the University of Houston-Clear Lake to explore the power of GIS in mapping our world! ??? ?? Online registration is closed, but don’t worry—you can still register in person on the day of the event. For more information, visit houstonareagisday.org ?? Save the date and get ready for two incredible days of hands-on learning, innovation, and networking with the GIS community. Hope to see you soon! #HGAC #HGACRegion #HoustonGalvestonAreaCouncil #GISDayHouston #MapYourWorld