HAHC’s mission is to review site design applications but the board’s powers are creeping as time goes on.
Charles Blain
Appraisal Districts Dominated by Elected Officials
Across the state, appraisal district boards are filled with elected officials whose entities benefit from rising home values.
Houston’s Rain Tax Could Be Back On The Ballot
The public may get a chance to vote on Houston’s rain tax for a second time this November.
Houston Fire Department Wants to Increase Fees
The city’s fire department wants to increase fees on its services.
Fort Bend ISD Weighs $1.7 Billion Bond
Just four years after its last bond issuance, a school district is coming back for more.
The U.S. Supreme Court stood Up to Bully Unions. Will the Texas Legislature?
The Supreme Court’s action on dues collection will hopefully kickstart legislative action in Texas.
As Houston ISD Struggles, Trustees Spend on Lavish Lodging
HISD suffers from a budget deficit, failing schools, and a potential state takeover, but that hasn’t stopped trustees’ penchant for tax-funded travel.
Houston Mayor’s “Shared Sacrifice” Doesn’t Include His Administrators
None of Texas’ other major cities have a director of education, likely because public education is handled by a separate governing entity and elected board.
What Happens When Voters Shoot Down a Tax Increase?
After losing a tax increase election, Klein ISD is now looking for areas to cut spending.
Klein ISD Voters Reject Tax Increase
Voters came out to oppose a nine-cent tax increase.