News & Editorials
Harris County Commissioners Court Passes Redistricting Plan
Published on October 29, 2021
Harris County is changing, and so must Harris County Government. That's why we passed a redistricting plan to advance a more fair and equitable Harris County and allow the people's voices and views to be reflected by those who represent them. After …
Veterans Transition Success Coalition Event
Published on October 06, 2021
Rally Point 2021 is an annual gathering arranged in conjunction with the U.S. Army’s Soldier For Life program. The Veterans Transition Success Coalition prepares transitioning military service members and their families to fully connect …
FREE WiFi at County Parks and Community Centers
Published on September 22, 2021
Everyone deserves access to online learning, job opportunities, and information that improves their quality of life.
As the pandemic continues to limit in-person activities and has moved many services online, Harris County and Precinct One are …
Precinct One Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Published on September 20, 2021
Precinct One celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting some of the many outstanding Hispanic leaders in our community.
Every year across the US, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. This …
Op-Ed: Following the Data to Keep our Communities Safe
Published on August 12, 2021
Op-Ed | Medium.com
Keeping people safe is among the most fundamental responsibilities of local government. No single policy or program can meet the challenge and today’s polarizing politics are making the job that much harder.
Resp…
Op-Ed: Texas Democrats are Taking a Stand for our Democracy
Published on July 27, 2021
JULY 20, 2021
Texas Democrats have left the building, and they have my full support. Breaking quorum is an extreme but legitimate action that lawmakers can take in order to stop egregious legislation. Republicans have tried to spin this many di…
Eviction Defense Coalition
Published on July 27, 2021
Having adequate housing is essential for your health and mental well-being.
Housing can be the difference between life and death.
The eviction moratorium has been extended to October 3, 2021. If your family is at-risk of being evicted, see…
Dixie Farm Road Park officially renamed Juneteenth Park
Published on July 08, 2021
Harris County Commissioners Court recently voted unanimously to change the name of Precinct One’s Dixie Farm Road Park to commemorate Juneteenth.
The renaming on June 29, 2021 occurred less than two weeks after President Biden officially …
Texas Parks and Wildlife awards $1.5M grant for Challenger Seven Memorial Park
Published on June 16, 2021
Precinct One is committed to providing residents with access to parks and greenspaces that provide opportunities for families to explore Harris County's unique and beautiful outdoor areas.
It is because of our commitment to greenspace…
OPINION: Why Texas Legislators are Attacking Local Budget Control
Published on May 04, 2021
Link to Op-Ed Online
By Austin City Council Member Greg Casar and Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis
GOP lawmakers are once again attacking local communities like Harris County and Austin for daring to pursue local policies that a…
Precinct One Celebrates Women's History Month
Published on March 16, 2021
Honoring Texas women who have, and are, breaking down barriers.
BARBARA JORDAN
The legendary Barbara Jordan was a Civil Rights activist born and raised in Houston in Fifth Ward (PCT1). Jordan was the first African-…
EDITORIAL: Prioritize Flood Control Projects for Vulnerable Communities
Published on March 15, 2021
The Houston Chronicle | March 12, 2021All of our residents deserve a safe, strong and resilient Harris County for themselves and their children, regardless of their wealth or their zip code. Mother nature does not discriminate — but unfortunately, o…
Precinct One Winter Storm Resource Guide
Published on February 18, 2021
Dear Friends,
This has been a challenging week. I want to acknowledge and thank so many of you for stepping up to help your neighbors by housing one another, sharing resources, and helping out at food and water distributions. Every time our commu…
Working Together to Provide Rent Relief
Published on February 10, 2021
Housing is Health
We cannot have safe, healthy, stable, or economically thriving communities when people cannot afford to stay in their homes, especially during the middle of an ongoing pandemic. We will continue working to find solutions to co…
Precinct One Celebrates Black History Month
Published on February 08, 2021
During February, Precinct One will celebrate Black History Month by honoring figures who defied the odds and those presently shattering barriers.
We will highlight places that have strengthened our community for generations and …
One Bicycle Crash is too Many: Bike Safety Campaign Launches
Published on February 03, 2021
One Bicycle Crash is too Many: Commissioner Rodney Ellis, BikeTexas, BikeHouston & Clear Channel Launch Bike Safety Campaign
Watch the Virtual Press Conference
Everyone deserves to feel safe and secure on th…
Sign up to Recieve a COVID Vaccine from Harris County
Published on February 01, 2021
Getting your vaccine is easy!
Whether you get it from a local pharmacy or our county or city public health department, no proof of insurance, residency, or citizenship is required and the vaccine is completely free, with no out of pocket costs.…
Commissioners Court Approves Commissioner Ellis’ Plans to Transform Downtown Houston Block
Published on September 29, 2020
September 29, 2020 | Our Initiatives
Plans to transform the entire downtown Houston block that contains Quebedeaux Park into a space that will allow visitors to recognize the racial terror of the past, realize the continued effects of discrim…
FREE PPE for Harris County Businesses
Published on August 25, 2020
August 25, 2020 | Covid Resources
Are you a Business Owner who needs Personal Protective Equipment to help Protect your Employees?
Small businesses and the working families those businesses support are vital to Harris County's economy. Com…
EDITORIAL: Straus and Ellis: Remove Confederate Monuments from the Texas Capitol
Published on July 22, 2020
The Dallas Morning News | July 22, 2020
Straus and Ellis: Remove Confederate monuments from the Texas Capitol
By Joe Straus and Rodney Ellis
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