Monday, December 25, 2023

From the the Houston Chronicle: Did Houston's Mayor Turner fulfil all his promises during his 8-year reign?

Its an open question how much a a mayor can and cannot accomplish. But campaigns are run on promises and people tend to hold them accountable. Strong mayors systems are intended to allow mayors to accomplish more, but still . . . 


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Over the past eight years, Turner has taken action to make his mark on the city and improve conditions for city residents. Outlined in his legacy book, Turner has launched initiatives like vastly investing in improving the city's parks and greenspace, successfully decreasing the amount of unhoused Houstonians living on the streets or in shelters, and creating the largest urban solar farm in the country.

But despite his many achievements, Turner's tenure was also riddled with failed promises.

- Houston still doesn't have an amusement park
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Strong Mayors.

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Sylvester Turner.