If it passes
What this is
Harris County extends sidewalk construction contract in Precinct 3 to improve pedestrian safety across northeast communities.
Type: Contract - AmendmentFile: 26-2787 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-23 Passed: 2026-05-14
Luis.Cabrera@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Contractor: Platinum Paving
- Affected Area: Precinct 3 — Humble, Kingwood, northeast Harris County
- Time Extension: 53 extra days added to finish the work
- Cost Change: Contract reduced by $16,754
About Harris County Commissioners Court
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- City Council · District I
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Why it matters
Safer sidewalks, ramps, and crosswalks help kids walk to school, seniors get around, and families reach buses and parks without danger. This project directly improves streets in Precinct 3 neighborhoods like Humble and Kingwood.
Two outcomes
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How this affects households
Under $30,000
Better access to transit and services without needing a car
$30,000-$60,000
Safer routes for kids walking to school, easier neighborhood access
$60,000-$100,000
Improved property values and neighborhood walkability
Over $100,000
Enhanced neighborhood amenities and property values
If this passes
New sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, crosswalks, and lighting get finished in Precinct 3, making it safer for kids, seniors, and families to walk in their neighborhoods.
If this does not pass
This already passed. Without the time extension, construction could have stopped early and left some pedestrian improvements unfinished.
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DistrictCity Council · District I
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