Thank you to everyone who shared input during the first round of engagement for the Greater Heights Strategic Connections Plan. Your feedback shaped a community-led Vision for Mobility and Five Goals to make streets and trails in the area safer and better connected. Find the Vision and Goals here. Here are some key highlights from […]
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The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA) has commenced construction on Phase 2 of the Shepherd Durham and Selected Cross Streets Reconstruction Project, marking another major step in enhancing mobility, safety, and infrastructure in the heart of Houston. This phase of the project focuses on North Shepherd Drive and North Durham Drive, extending from 15th Street
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Help us plan for a safer, more connected community by participating in the Greater Heights Strategic Connections Plan. We’d like your input to help identify transportation infrastructure improvements that will expand access for individuals and families driving, walking, biking, taking transit, and rolling in the Memorial Heights and Greater Heights neighborhoods. Go to mhraconnects.com to
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The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA), also known as Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 5 (TIRZ 5), is dedicated to building public facilities and infrastructure that enhance the quality of life for Houston residents. A key aspect of this mission is improving transportation safety and accessibility, as seen in the Shepherd Durham Project, launched in 2022
Little Thicket Park, a 10-acre natural retreat nestled between TC Jester Boulevard and Ella Boulevard along the east bank of Little Thicket Bayou, is set to undergo significant improvements this year. Construction is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of this year (2025), marking an exciting milestone for the community and the collaborative efforts
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1. What specific areas are impacted during this phase of The Shepherd Durham Project construction? This phase of the project focuses on Durham Dr. from the 610 Loop south to 27th Street, with various lane closures and traffic adjustments expected along this corridor. To reduce traffic impacts, work progressed along Durham Dr. as far north
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Starting on Monday, October 21, 2024, there will be construction on 24th St., between Shepherd Dr. and Durham Dr. that will continue at least through the end of the year. The first phase involves reconstructing the south side of 24th St. During this phase: Eastbound traffic on 24th St. from Durham Dr. will be blocked.
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As the Shepherd Durham Project advances, upcoming work will concentrate on Durham Drive, from the 610 Loop south to 27th Street. This phase will involve multiple lane closures and traffic adjustments, which are expected to impact travel in the area over the next few months. Beginning September 18, 2024, at 9 am, the following lane
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The North Canal project will reduce the risk of flooding downtown and reduce flood damage to upstream areas along White Oak and Buffalo Bayous. The project consists of three components: a high-flow diversion channel, an overflow channel, and channel improvements. The North Canal is at the confluence of White Oak and Buffalo Bayous, with the
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The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $850,000 in federal grant appropriations for safe sidewalk improvements to provide safer connections and improved access for the community, including students and children. The funding has been awarded through U.S. Representative Lizzie Fletcher of Texas’ 7th District as part of a Community Project Funding