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Missed our Reality Check budget town hall? Our full budget presentation is now linked in our bio. Dive into our office’s findings on the proposed FY27 budget and see what’s really behind the numbers.

Same tricks. Different year. This budget robs Peter to pay Paul and calls it “efficiency.” Houstonians deserve real solutions, not gimmicks.

Wanna check out the tool for yourself? Visit thisfeeisgarbage.netlify.app

Toward the end of this year’s budget town hall series, we had the opportunity to join Ivy Walls for an intimate farm-to-table dinner at Ivy Leaf Farms. Grateful to Ivy and her family for their hospitality and for creating space for such a special night.

🚨Your voice matters.🚨 Join us at City Hall on June 3 at 9 a.m. for the public hearing and help shape decisions that affect the future of our city. See you there!

Hit me up in the comments to change my mind ☕️

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. We thank our fallen heroes and the families who carry their legacy forward. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #Houston

We knocked down all those buildings with the flood money, so why is it still flooding?

Thank y’all for tuning in.  We’re going to keep telling you the truth about the city’s finances and where your tax dollars are going.

Thank you to Axelrad and all those who supported for making our town hall a success!

Back from timeout👀

Mo Amer has put Houston on screens around the world. Now we’re bringing the conversation home. JOIN US on May 26 @ 10AM at City Hall for a fireside chat. We’ll discuss culture, community, growth, and the future of the city we love — H-Town! RSVP in bio.

It was great hearing from the Acres Homes community. Join us this Sunday (1PM) at Axelrad — you won’t want to miss it! RSVP at the link in our bio.

It was great hearing from the Acres Homes community. Join us this Sunday (1PM) at Axelrad — you won’t want to miss it! RSVP at the link in our bio.

Great conversation with Da'Vion Tatum discussing the ins and outs of all things City Hall and our budget. Visit the link in our bio to view the full video.

Fool's gold

Recap of our first Reality Check Town Hall! Make sure to RSVP to a town hall near you using the link in bio.

Really not asking for a lot…

ICYMI: the mayor says his trash fee may never go above $5, but the official study he commissioned says different. Check out our full interview with ABC13 here.

We did what to who?

“How much is this garbage fee really going to cost Houstonians?” Mayor:

Pull up. Speak up. Bring a neighbor. Shape your city. RSVP at the link in our bio.

Houston needs a reality check.

May the 4th be with you ✨

If your organization serves Houston families, we invite you to join the conversation by direct messaging us or mentioning the organization in a comment below. 💜👇🏽

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CHÒPNBLỌK is more than a restaurant—it’s a hub for West African culture in Houston. Through storytelling, community events, and intentional partnerships, it strengthens our city’s cultural landscape and showcases the power of small businesses to connect and inspire.

Houston is $174 million in the red—the largest deficit in city history. I warned the mayor a year ago about the exact issues that got us here. He ignored realities then and still won’t admit the truth today. We owe Houston residents honesty and transparency.

Thank you to the Houston Furniture Bank team for the incredible work you do serving families across our city. Our Community Spotlight recognizes your commitment to providing essential furniture, and helping create dignified homes throughout Houston. #Houston #CommunityImpact

How to interact with your IT professional (a helpful guide) 💻✨

Thank you to Ivy Leaf Farms and Fresh Houwse Grocery for nourishing Houston neighborhoods through urban farming and small-business leadership. Your work strengthens communities, supports families, and expands access to fresh, healthy food. #WomensHistoryMonth #Houston #Sunnyside

Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Houston Investor Conference! If you attended, please complete your survey as soon as possible. #Houston #Investing #Texas #NYSE

@cghollins.bsky.social what were you like in the 90’s? 🤣 #martin #friday #simpsons #90sfashion #houston

This Women’s History Month, we’re proud to celebrate Chanelle Clark and Fallon Barrett, whose leadership and dedication strengthen our office every day.💐 We’re grateful for their impact on our work and community. Join us in celebrating them and all who inspire us.✨

🚨Just one week until the 10th Annual Investor Conference!🚨 For a decade, this conference  has brought together leaders, investors, and innovators shaping Houston’s economic future. The energy is building, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone for this milestone year.

Thank you, Andrew Beaver and the Clean the Block team, for your visionary leadership and the work you’re doing in Sunnyside and South Park. Our first Community Spotlight is dedicated to your work to ensure safer, cleaner neighborhoods across Houston.

From Washington to Kennedy to our nation’s first Black president, each generation has stretched the promise of America closer to its purpose. This Presidents’ Day, let’s remember that democracy isn’t guaranteed. It’s our responsibility to build a country worthy of its ideals. 🇺🇸

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re proud to honor Rice University President Reginald DesRoches, the university’s first Black president, with a Community Trailblazer Award at City Hall. Join us Feb. 19 to celebrate his leadership and legacy. Link to RSVP: https://loom.ly/BfXCWxo

Visit the link in the bio to learn more about this year’s 10th annual investor conference!

Let us know in the comments who you think will win! 🏆 🏈 🎉