Howdy WHA Members! In January 2025, our region faced a historic winter storm from January 20 to 22, bringing up to 4 inches of snow. The storm further highlighted vulnerabilities in Houston’s infrastructure while causing significant disruptions, including the closure […]
President’s Desk: January 2025
Happy New Year, WHA Members! As we usher in 2025, I am filled with optimism for the continued growth and development of the Greater West Houston region. Our collective efforts have laid a strong foundation, and I am confident that […]
Mobility Recognition Program Eligibility & Criteria
ELIGIBILITY Mobility capital projects, plans, or initiatives will be considered (all hereafter referred to as projects) The purpose of this process is to acknowledge various modes and project types, as we understand that advancements to the mobility system can take […]
Advocating for Changes to the Flood Infrastructure Fund Intended Use Plan
West Houston Association, as a founding member of Houston Stronger, a regional coalition dedicated to reducing flood risk and enhancing resilience, is calling on the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) to make key refinements to the Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) […]
President’s Desk: December 2024
Howdy WHA Members! I hope you all enjoyed Houston’s economy added 13,300 jobs in November, signaling steady growth across key sectors like trade, transportation, and utilities. This stable economic expansion reflects a post-pandemic shift, with significant implications for mobility […]
President’s Desk: November 2024
Howdy WHA Members! The election results are in, and the greater West Houston region saw a mostly stable election outcome, with incumbents retaining their seats in state House and Senate races, as well as Senator Cruz maintaining his position […]
West Houston Association Honors Public Service, Development, and Innovation at 2024 Public Officials and Awards Reception
On October 9th, the West Houston Association (WHA) hosted its annual Public Officials and Awards Reception at the Junior League of Houston. The signature event celebrates the contributions of public officials and WHA members who are driving progress across the Greater West […]
Houston Stronger Updates
Houston Stronger has been especially active in recent weeks, engaging in key public initiatives. This includes the launch of the Buffalo Bayou Community Plan, submitting detailed comments for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Barker and Addicks Reservoir Master Plan […]
President’s Desk: October 2024
Howdy WHA Members! September was a busy month for talking about flooding and finances. Houston Stronger released the Buffalo Bayou Community Plan and has been doing a series of presentations across town. Meanwhile, Harris County voters will decide on a […]
Driving Progress: Honoring West Houston’s Leading Mobility Projects
The West Houston Association is proud to announce the first two projects being acknowledged through our Mobility Recognition Program. The Mobility Recognition Program started this year as an initiative of the WHA Regional Mobility Committee to recognize essential and influential […]