Mayor· 2024-2028
John Whitmire
Houston
About
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.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesHouston will balance its budget without raising taxes.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 86
- Total speaking time
- 15:41:48
- Avg per meeting
- 10:57
- Segments
- 19996
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Startup Ecosystem Coordination
The influx of major corporations is expected to significantly boost the local tax base and job market.
Brace Park Single-Family Affordable Housing Development
No city funds are requested; the resolution creates no financial obligation for the city.
Platting and Development Approvals
Potential impact on neighboring property values and foundation integrity from high-density construction.
Hazard Homes Enclave Development
Neighborhood Character and Livable Places Ordinance
Affects nearby residential property values and neighborhood livability.
Residential Development and Lot Size
None.
Greenspoint Mall Demolition and Industrial Park Redevelopment
A $150 million private and commercial investment designed to boost local employment.
River Reef Redevelopment and Unauthorized Work
Parks and Private Parks Ordinance Amendments
Over $100 million generated since 2007, with collections averaging around $6-7 million annually.
Preservation of Historic Independence Heights Community
Substantial investment by cultural partners and homeowners in historic preservation.
Affordable Housing Rehabilitation
The project involves a $6 million loan from the city's grant funds.
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.
Independence Heights infrastructure and development pressure
Rising property taxes and infrastructure strain on a historic neighborhood; residents sought funded improvement plans.
Northline Corridor Revitalization
Commercial and Multifamily Construction Growth
Direct investment in local multifamily housing and commercial real estate projects in the Houston area.
Richmond Avenue Hotel Denial
Loss of commercial lodging development potential for the applicant.
South Post Oak Commercial Warehouse Expansion
Commercial real estate development value.
Adoption of Updated Commission Rules of Procedure
Jensen Drive Housing Navigation Center
Utilizes CDBG-Disaster Recovery 2024 and End Street Homelessness funds.
Alley Vacation and Sale
Revenue of $238,059.00 to the General Fund.
Decisions during term (26)
Recorded while Whitmire was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
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…
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…
Construction Loan Agreement for Braes Park Development
Hardy/Near Northside Redevelopment Authority FY2027 Budget
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
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…
Gulfgate Redevelopment Authority Budget
Hiram Clarke/Fort Bend Redevelopment Authority Budget
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
Voting record (0)(Development)
No votes found matching Development.