The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA) expresses gratitude and support for Mayor Whitmire’s decision to proceed with Phase 2 of the Shepherd Durham Reconstruction Project. We appreciate the administration’s willingness to work with MHRA to address concerns and to maintain the project’s benefits and grant funding. The Shepherd Durham project promises significant benefits for a […]
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This week, the cross-streets at 25th and Shepherd Dr. are undergoing construction. Over the next few weeks, new storm sewers and pavement will be installed at 25th, 26th, and 27th streets, causing street closures. At no point will Shepherd Dr. be closed completely; however, at any given time, one of the cross streets will be closed. To
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In major cities, something as simple as well-lit streets is often taken for granted. Yet, adequate lighting plays an important role in our daily lives, enhancing safety and helping us navigate. Currently, lights are being installed between 15th and 20th streets. These lights will be activated in the coming months, and we’re excited to share
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We have officially kicked off construction for the Shepherd Durham Project in Memorial Heights. Waterlines are currently being installed on Shepherd, and pavement work will begin in a few weeks. The project will bring much-needed roadway improvements all along Shepherd Drive, Durham Drive, and certain cross streets from I-10 to I-610. This area hasn’t seen
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Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA/TIRZ 5) hopes to reconstruct Shepherd and Durham from 6th street to I-610. The total cost of this project is expected to be approximately $100,000,000 and the increment received by the MHRA/TIRZ 5 is not sufficient to fund the entire project so MHRA/TIRZ 5 has been looking for grant opportunities. In
Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority/TIRZ5 Applies for BUILD Grant Read More »
The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority worked with the City of Houston and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department to reconfigure the intersection of Houston Avenue at White Oak Drive to alleviate driver confusion, improve crossing conditions for pedestrians/cyclists, and improve connectivity to all amenities surrounding the intersection. The improvements included closure of a short block
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https://youtu.be/X0teqTiqkMULittle Thicket Park sits on 10 acres tucked between TC Jester Boulevard and Ella Boulevard along the east bank of Little Thicket Bayou. A section of the bayou bank has failed and threatens the stability of a section of the Park. The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Zone/TIRZ 5and Houston Parks and Recreation Department are working together
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