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Mayor

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John Whitmire

Mayor

2024-2028

Mayor John Whitmire's platform appears to focus on fiscal responsibility, specifically aiming to balance the city's budget without increasing taxes. He has also been involved in decisions regarding police union endorsements and city coordination with ICE, indicating a focus on public safety and potentially navigating political relationships.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions38 news mentions

City council

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Amy Peck

District A Council Member

2024-2028

Amy Peck's campaign emphasizes her experience in City Hall as a key qualification for her role on the Houston City Council for District A. While specific policy details are not extensively covered, it is noted that she shares common ground on certain issues with her opponent, Zoes, though they differ in their proposed methods.

2 campaign promises195 meetings194 decisions
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Tarsha Jackson

District B Council Member

2024-2028

195 meetings194 decisions2 news mentions
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Carolyn Evans-Shabazz

District D Council Member

2024-2028

Carolyn Evans-Shabazz's platform appears to focus on increasing civic engagement within her district. While specific policy proposals are not detailed in the provided articles, her campaign emphasizes community involvement as a key priority.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions
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Fred Flickinger

District E Council Member

2024-2028

Fred Flickinger's platform appears to focus on community engagement and local beautification. He has committed to hosting town halls to connect with constituents and has initiated a program to improve the upkeep of the district's medians.

2 campaign promises195 meetings194 decisions
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Tiffany Thomas

District F Council Member

2024-2028

Tiffany Thomas focuses on equitable community development, prioritizing essential infrastructure repairs and public safety enhancements for District F. Her platform emphasizes responsive governance and economic revitalization to support the long-term growth and stability of her constituents.

3 campaign promises195 meetings194 decisions5 news mentions
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Mary Nan Huffman

District G Council Member

2024-2028

Mary Nan Huffman's platform prioritizes public safety in her role as District G council member. Her campaign focused on securing victory in the City Council race and was characterized by a focus on public safety as a key issue.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions1 news mentions
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Mario Castillo

District H Council Member

2024-2028

Mario Castillo's platform appears to focus on community resilience and development within District H, as evidenced by the 'Resilient H' initiative. The articles primarily discuss his election campaign in the context of a runoff election and campaign tactics used by his opponent.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions
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Joaquin Martinez

District I Council Member

2024-2028

195 meetings194 decisions1 news mentions
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Edward Pollard

District J Council Member

2024-2028

Edward Pollard, a Houston City Council member, has focused on rebranding his district as 'J City' and introducing new programs. His platform appears to emphasize local development and community initiatives within his district.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions
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Martha Castex-Tatum

District K Council Member

2024-2028

Martha Castex-Tatum's campaign appears to focus on environmental initiatives, as evidenced by her support for anti-illegal dumping billboards. Her platform likely includes addressing local quality-of-life issues and maintaining a strong presence in her district.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions
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Joe Panzarella

District C Council Member

2026-2028

195 meetings194 decisions3 news mentions
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Julian Ramirez

District AL-1 Council Member

2024-2028

Julian Ramirez's platform appears to focus on improving transparency within city government, specifically regarding capital improvement projects. While the provided articles do not detail a broad range of specific campaign promises, his actions on the City Council indicate a commitment to accountability and open governance.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions3 news mentions
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Willie Davis

District AL-2 Council Member

2024-2028

Council Member Willie Davis focuses on public safety through collaborative community initiatives. His platform prioritizes addressing youth crime by leveraging public-private partnerships to create safer environments for the city's residents.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions4 news mentions
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Twila Carter

District AL-3 Council Member

2024-2028

Twila Carter's campaign platform appears to have focused on critical urban issues facing Houston. Key priorities included addressing police funding to ensure public safety, tackling the complex issue of gentrification, and finding solutions for the persistent problem of flooding.

3 campaign promises195 meetings194 decisions
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Alejandra Salinas

District AL-4 Council Member

2026-2028

Alejandra Salinas ran as a progressive candidate for the Houston City Council, focusing on social justice and community advocacy. Her platform emphasizes protecting the rights of marginalized populations and maintaining a firm stance against state-level interference in local municipal policies.

1 campaign promise195 meetings194 decisions4 news mentions
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Sallie Alcorn

District AL-5 Council Member

2024-2028

Sallie Alcorn's campaign platform appears to prioritize fiscal responsibility and the improvement of city infrastructure. These two key areas were highlighted as top issues for her candidacy in the race for Houston City Council At-Large Position 5.

2 campaign promises195 meetings194 decisions
Former officials (9)

Boards & commissions

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Cindy Pham

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Mark Sikes

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Rodney Heisch

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Juliet Serem

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Stephen Pierce

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Linda Porras-Pirtle

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Randall L. Jones

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions4 news mentions
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Beatrice Naranjo

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Patrick Mandapaka

Planning & Zoning Alternate
194 meetings193 decisions
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Randy Macchi

Planning Commissioner (Ex-Officio)
194 meetings193 decisions
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Bill Baldwin

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions1 news mentions
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Megan R. Sigler

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Ritch Wheeler

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions6 news mentions
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KP George

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions7 news mentions
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Lydia Mares

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Lisa M. Clark

Planning Commission Chair
194 meetings193 decisions4 news mentions
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Yuhayna H. Mahmud

Planning Commissioner (Ex-Officio)
194 meetings193 decisions
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Barbara A. Carroll

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions4 news mentions
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Meera D. Victor

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions4 news mentions
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Dekecha Shepherd

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions2 news mentions
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Adrian Garcia

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions3 news mentions
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Daimian S. Hines

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions3 news mentions
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Carol Lewis

Planning Commissioner (Ex-Officio)
194 meetings193 decisions
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Scott Cain

Planning & Zoning Alternate
194 meetings193 decisions3 news mentions
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Tina Petersen

Planning Commissioner (Ex-Officio)

Tina Petersen's platform centers on stabilizing and depoliticizing the Harris County Flood Control District. Her priorities focus on ensuring consistent leadership and effective management of flood mitigation infrastructure projects.

1 campaign promise194 meetings193 decisions
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Brooks Ballard

Planning Commissioner
194 meetings193 decisions
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Hugo Sanchez

Planning & Zoning Alternate
194 meetings193 decisions3 news mentions
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M. Sonny Garza

Planning Commission Vice Chair
194 meetings193 decisions1 news mentions

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