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Houston City Council Meeting notes for March 4, 2026 Notes on the March 4, 2026 Houston City Council meeting, covering the monthly financial report, apartment inspection reform, and other spending

Here are my notes for the Houston city council meeting on March 4, 2026. 'Twas a pretty chill one but they did talk about energy costs, both for the city and ~ the people ~

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I fantasize about getting rich, buying empty lots in my neighborhood, and building fourplexes and mini parks.

Hello! I am a trans journalist looking to speak with trans kids and parents of trans kids across the US who have been impacted by the clinic closures---please get in touch or share!

Saddle up Houston as we ride into a warm week with a good soaking at the end In brief: In today’s post we discuss our unseasonably warm weather this week, which will persist into the weekend. The big thing we’re watching for is rain chances this weekend, which w…

Houston will see unseasonably warm weather this week, which will stick around into the weekend. The big thing we’re watching for is rain chances this weekend, which will be pretty high.

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something very dystopian about the marketing texts from businesses urging me to consider using my tax refund with them

Houston City Council Meeting notes for February 25, 2026 Notes on the Houston City Council Meeting on February 25, 2026, including HISD debate, rodeo updates, and regular spending

Here are my notes on the Houston city council meeting on 2/25/26. Highlights include HISD debate, rodeo updates, and some regular degular business. 'Twas a quick one this week 😇

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Houston will end a frying February with an exclamation point In brief: In today’s post we’re celebrating like it’s the 80s all over again, because that’s how February is going to end. In fact, with three days to go, this month already…

We’re celebrating like it’s the 80s all over again, because that’s how February is going to end. In fact, with three days to go, this month already has had the third-warmest days on record in Houston. A weak front will bring drier air for the weekend.

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I masked up at the grocery store today so, yeah, I do feel a bit morally superior to everyone else right now, thanks.

kinda don't love that there's an actual place in Houston called Turkey Gully. it's a little too on the nose.

Does anyone know how to disable the little floating AI "ask Canva" prompt in Canva?? I am losing my mind over here and yes I have already looked it up on the internet I am not that hapless

I am in a parasocial relationship with the small spiders that live in my car.

Houstonians Speak Out Against ICE, and More From City Council Here’s what you need to know about what’s happening at City Hall this month.

here's my wrap-up of the past month for Houstonia 🥰

topics: cold weather response, ICE, GRB bonds, overtime, elections, and apartment inspection reform

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Cooler weather for Houston by Sunday morning, as we assess recent rain impacts on drought In brief: Today, we look at how drought has changed in the Houston area since last weekend’s rain (it hasn’t). We also take stock of our weekend cold front and look out in time at rain …

Good morning! A cold front will push through the area on Saturday evening with minimal fanfare but some gusty winds. We look at the forecast for next week. Plus, today Matt takes a look at the drought situation after last weekend's rain.

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agree

Houston City Council Meeting Notes - February 18, 2026 Notes on the Houston City Council meeting on February 18, 2026, including ICE debate, apartment inspection reform, and condolences for Jesse Jackson.

Here are my notes for the Houston City Council meeting on 2/18/2026. There was debate on ICE, info on apartment inspection reform, and many remembrances for Reverend Jesse Jackson.

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takes one to know one

today is one of those days where after finishing a bit of work, I get to treat myself with more of a different type of work

youtube has just suggested a playlist to me entitled "yeats' grave" and I must say, the algo is improving

I wonder if Mayor Whitmire is mad that Controller Hollins name is the same level with his on the council agenda.

all of these "too lazy to cook dinner" ~viral~ recipe hacks are just ... cooking? that is also cooking. cooking can be easy and hard, but it is all cooking? did you make a meal for yourself at home? you cooked.

Writing about my theatre past is so fun: "I spent ten years creating anarchist, devised, communal theatrical work which had a revolutionary impact on how I view the world and my place within it. The DIY spirit of theatre is something within me that I hope never dies."

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Houston City Council Meeting notes for February 4, 2026 notes on the Houston City Council meeting on February 4, 2026, covering overtime expenses, ICE activity, and more

here are my notes for the Houston city council meeting on 2/4/2026, highlights include much discussion (even argument??) on over budget overtime expenses

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make fucked up teeth okay again

another nice one: "Ahurhtory" instead of "authority"

Tuesday evening’s front helps Houston with its drought In brief: In today’s post we review how rains on Tuesday evening helped with a drought that has persisted since late fall in our area. We also look ahead to two cooler nights before an except…

Tuesday evening’s rains helped with a drought that has persisted since late fall in our area. We also look ahead to two cooler nights before an exceptional weekend arrives in Houston.

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my tired fingers trying to type "disaster" : s i s a s t eee

and you know what, I like it

After another modest front, Houston should be warm for awhile In brief: In today’s post we discuss the end of a very cold period of weather in Houston, which will now turn warmer into mid-February. I’m continuing to get excited about conditions fo…

It’s the end of a very cold period of weather in Houston, which will now turn warmer into mid-February. We continue to get excited about conditions for this weekend, which look to be exceptional.

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I say this every time someone from the Houston Police Officer's Union speaks at council.

Winter is back for a hot (cold?) minute in Houston In brief: Another possible hard freeze awaits Houston on Sunday morning with colder air starting once more today. Remember your plants, pets, pipes, and neighbors. However, it does look like we swi…

Good morning! Another possible hard freeze is in the cards for Houston on Sunday AM. Remember your plants, pets, pipes, and neighbors. However, it does look like we swing back warmer next week for a time before some rain chances. Matt has the details.

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Houston City Council Meeting notes for January 28, 2026 notes on the Houston City Council meeting on January 28, 2026, covering water budgets and public comments regarding ICE

Here are my notes for 1/28/2026. I don't cover the rowdy public comment session that happened the night prior but I do cover the CMs responses to it.

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