Fred Flickinger

Public Safety and Access Concerns

Could increase development costs if significant modifications are required.

HPD-ICE Cooperation and Public Trust

Potential federal grant funding of up to $150 million.

Community Development and Housing Programs

A $48 million, three-year funding initiative backed by private philanthropy and public resources.

Municipal Disaster Workforce Readiness (H.E.R.T.)

Funding for high-visibility vests and personal protective equipment is currently constrained within existing department budgets.

Street Extension and Access Variances

May affect infrastructure costs for developers and the city.

Flock Surveillance Cameras and Data Privacy

Involves multi-million dollar municipal contracts for automated surveillance technology.

Startup Ecosystem Coordination

The influx of major corporations is expected to significantly boost the local tax base and job market.

Preservation of Historic Homes

Homeowners investing heavily in custom architectural designs face financial uncertainty when projects are deferred or sent back to the drawing board.

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Appropriations

The city saved approximately $8-9 million in overtime costs across major departments compared to the previous fiscal year.

Respite and Transitional Housing Facility

$667,540 funded via the End Street Homelessness Fund.

Neighborhood Character and Livable Places Ordinance

Property values and construction costs across the Norhill Historic District could be significantly impacted by new size caps.

Investigation into the Death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Unknown, though an independent investigation would require city resources.

Contract Procurement Practices

Increases contract spending authority by $1,295,525.00 from previously appropriated equipment funds.

Road Maintenance and Infrastructure Concerns

Tens of millions of dollars appropriated for water, sewer, and drainage projects.

City Park System Investment and Maintenance Backlog

$45.5 million total investment across 25 neighborhood parks.

Residential Development and Lot Size

None.

IT Modernization and Security

The contract represents a significant investment of up to $79 million over five years for city technology.

Solid Waste Service Restructuring and Administrative Fee

The solid waste operating budget includes roughly $6 million for overtime, with a targeted 10 percent reduction.

Reserves at Park Place Gas Station Proposal

DACA Renewal Delays and Immigration Reform

DACA recipients contribute billions in taxes and economic activity, which is at risk if they lose their work authorization.

Approval of September 10, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Consent Agenda Approval

Item A2: 509 Euclid Street Addition

Items A5 & A6: 1505 Tulane Street Addition and Garage

Item A7: 844 Cortland Street Alteration and Addition

Item A8: 1021 Main Street Landmark Alteration

Items A9 & A10: 229 West 16th Street Addition and Garage

Item A11: 414 Woodland Street Addition

Item A12: 515 Columbia Street Carport

Confirmation of Kevin Berry as Chief Information Officer and HITS Director

Approval of Car Wash Services Contract (Item 2)

Approval of Purchase and Sale and Loan Agreements for Braes Park Housing (Items 4 & 5)

Approval of Real Estate Marketing Agreement for City Properties (Item 20)

ORDINANCE supplementing the City of Houston, Texas Master Ordinance No. 2004-299; providing for the issuance of the City of Houston, Texas, Combined Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A (First Lien), providing for the Amounts,…

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing First Amendment to Parking Lease Agreement between WILLIAM MARSH RICE UNIVERSITY, as Landlord, and City of Houston, Texas, as Tenant to reduce square footage of parking lot located at 2109 Travis for use…

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing contract with HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS to provide Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Support for Harris County Sheriff’s Office Acquisition of Detection and Mitigation Systems;…

ORDINANCE approving and authorizing contract with TEXAN WASTE EQUIPMENT dba HEIL OF TEXAS to provide Sewer Cleaning and Repair Services; providing a maximum contract amount - 3 Years with 2 one-year options - $1,919,258.25 - Fleet…

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of UPTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER SIXTEEN, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the Authority and Fiscal Years 2027-2031 Capital…

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of MEMORIAL CITY REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER SEVENTEEN, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS; approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the Authority and Fiscal Years 2027-2031…

ORDINANCE relating to Fiscal Affairs of HARDY/NEAR NORTHSIDE REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ON BEHALF OF REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER TWENTY-ONE, CITY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS (HARDY/NEAR NORTHSIDE ZONE); approving Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for the…

Passage of Campaign Finance Reporting Ordinance

Adoption of Minutes

Adoption of Air Conditioning Ordinance for Habitable Spaces

Expressed concern over unintended consequences such as increased rents, utility burdens, and potential displacement of low-income residents.

Adoption of Amended Immigration Enforcement Ordinance (Item 11)

Adoption of Ordinance Amending Chapter 34 Regarding Immigration Procedures (Item 28)

Voted against the proposal, expressing concern that it addresses a negligible portion of cases and creates confusion.