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District AL-4 Council Member· 2026-2028

Alejandra Salinas

Houston

About

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.

Campaign promises (1)

  • public-safety
    Alejandra Salinas has taken a firm stance against proposed changes to ICE ordinance policies in Houston, advocating for the protection of immigrant communities.
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At a glance

News mentions
4

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
39
Total speaking time
2:37:16
Avg per meeting
4:02
Segments
2690

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Top issues during term (20)(Development)

critical↓Feb 2026[50]

Startup Ecosystem Coordination

The influx of major corporations is expected to significantly boost the local tax base and job market.

high↑Sep 2026[35]

Brace Park Single-Family Affordable Housing Development

No city funds are requested; the resolution creates no financial obligation for the city.

high→Mar 2026[35]

Platting and Development Approvals

Potential impact on neighboring property values and foundation integrity from high-density construction.

high↑Oct 2026[28]

Hazard Homes Enclave Development

critical→Apr 2026[27]

Neighborhood Character and Livable Places Ordinance

Affects nearby residential property values and neighborhood livability.

high↑Feb 2026[24]

Residential Development and Lot Size

None.

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Greenspoint Mall Demolition and Industrial Park Redevelopment

A $150 million private and commercial investment designed to boost local employment.

high↑Oct 2026[16]

River Reef Redevelopment and Unauthorized Work

critical↓Mar 2026[15]

Parks and Private Parks Ordinance Amendments

Over $100 million generated since 2007, with collections averaging around $6-7 million annually.

critical↑Apr 2026[14]

Preservation of Historic Independence Heights Community

Substantial investment by cultural partners and homeowners in historic preservation.

high↑Sep 2026[12]

Affordable Housing Rehabilitation

The project involves a $6 million loan from the city's grant funds.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Disaster Preparedness and Economic Support for the Creative Community

The program utilizes existing city arts funding and external grants to provide year-round disaster support and professional workshops for local creatives.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Independence Heights infrastructure and development pressure

Rising property taxes and infrastructure strain on a historic neighborhood; residents sought funded improvement plans.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Northline Corridor Revitalization

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Commercial and Multifamily Construction Growth

Direct investment in local multifamily housing and commercial real estate projects in the Houston area.

critical↓Jun 2026[10]

Richmond Avenue Hotel Denial

Loss of commercial lodging development potential for the applicant.

medium↓Apr 2026[9]

South Post Oak Commercial Warehouse Expansion

Commercial real estate development value.

medium↓Sep 2026[5]

Adoption of Updated Commission Rules of Procedure

high↓Jul 2026[2]

Jensen Drive Housing Navigation Center

Utilizes CDBG-Disaster Recovery 2024 and End Street Homelessness funds.

medium↓May 2026[2]

Alley Vacation and Sale

Revenue of $238,059.00 to the General Fund.

Decisions during term (26)

Recorded while Salinas was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approvedOct 21, 2026

RECOMMENDATION from Mayor for confirmation of the appointment of the following individuals to MEMORIAL-HEIGHTS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Position One - RYAN MARTIN, for a term to expire December 31, 2026; and Position…

approved15-0Oct 14, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing Third Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement between City of Houston and EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS INSPIRING COMMUNITIES, INC (d/b/a THE H.E.A.R.T. PROGRAM), to provide Community Development Block Grant Funds…

approved15-0Oct 7, 2026

Construction Loan Agreement for Braes Park Development

approved15-0Oct 7, 2026

Hardy/Near Northside Redevelopment Authority FY2027 Budget

approved13-0Oct 7, 2026

MOTION TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE to provide a Resolution of No Objection for applicants seeking 4% Housing Tax Credits (HTCs) for the following multifamily developments: Hays Street Apartments 1400-1500 Hays Street District H

approved14-0Sep 30, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing Seventh Amendment between City of Houston and TEXAS GENERAL LAND OFFICE to amend Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Harvey Subrecipient Agreement #21-134-000-C788 with Texas General Land…

approved13-0Sep 16, 2026

Gulfgate Redevelopment Authority Budget

approved14-0Sep 16, 2026

Hiram Clarke/Fort Bend Redevelopment Authority Budget

approvedSep 2, 2026

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of EAST DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER FIFTEEN, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS (EAST DOWNTOWN ZONE); approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the Authority and…

approvedSep 2, 2026

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of HARRISBURG REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER TWENTY-THREE, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS (HARRISBURG ZONE); approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the Authority and…

approvedSep 2, 2026

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of MEDICAL CENTER AREA REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER TWENTY-EIGHT, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS (MEDICAL CENTER ZONE); approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the…

approvedSep 2, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing a First Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement among City of Houston, Texas, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER SIXTEEN, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS, and UPTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, to…

approved14-0Aug 25, 2026

ORDINANCE de-appropriating $355,623.73 out of Fire Consolidated Construction Fund previously appropriated under Ord. No. 2020-781; appropriating $649,623.73 out of Fire Consolidated Construction Fund to contract with DUNHILL DEVELOPMENT…

approved14-0Aug 25, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing Interlocal Agreement between City of Houston, Texas and HARRISBURG REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY for Construction of Improvements to Mason Park and Eastwood Park - DISTRICTS H - CASTILLO and I - MARTINEZ

approvedAug 19, 2026

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of OLD SIXTH WARD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER THIRTEEN, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS (OLD SIXTH WARD ZONE); approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the Authority and…

approvedAug 19, 2026

ORDINANCE approving the Issuance and Sale of Coastal Water Authority Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2026 (City of Houston Projects) to the TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD; approving the Form, Terms, and Substance of an Eighth Supplemental…

approvedAug 12, 2026

REQUEST from Mayor for confirmation of the appointment or reappointment of the following individuals to the MAIN STREET MARKET SQUARE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Position One - KIRBY LIU, reappointment, for a term to expire…

approvedAug 12, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing Financing Agreement between City of Houston and TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD in connections with State Water Implementation Fund for Texas for East Water Plant Enhancement Project

approvedAug 12, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing Purchase and Sale Agreement between City of Houston and LENNAR HOMES OF TEXAS LAND AND CONSTRUCTION, LTD d/b/a FRIENDSWOOD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, as Seller, and City of Houston, Texas, as Buyer, for…

approvedAug 12, 2026

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing submission of application for Grant Assistance to TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT for FY25 Local Parks Directed Grant Application for Bordersville Park Expansion and Development; declaring the City’s…