Houston residents will soon have a chance to weigh in on how the city spends taxpayer dollars as Chris Hollins launches a new budget-focused town hall series.<\/p>\n
The series, called \u201cReality Check,\u201d is designed to give Houstonians a closer look at the city\u2019s financial outlook while allowing residents to ask questions and share concerns directly with city leaders. <\/p>\n
According to the Controller\u2019s Office, the meetings aim to increase transparency and public engagement ahead of Houston\u2019s next budget cycle.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we look ahead to Houston\u2019s next budget, I remain committed to grounding the numbers and the process in reality for Houstonians,\u201d Hollins said in a statement. \u201cThis series is about creating an open forum where residents can react, ask tough questions, and help shape a budget that reflects what Houstonians actually experience day to day.\u201d<\/p>\n
The town hall series will make stops in several Houston neighborhoods throughout May:<\/p>\n
May 12 at 6:30 p.m. \u2014 HCC North Forest Campus<\/p>\n
May 14 at 6:30 p.m. \u2014 Acres Homes Multiservice Center<\/p>\n
May 17 at 1 p.m. \u2014 Axelrad<\/p>\n
May 18 at 6:30 p.m. \u2014 BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown<\/p>\n
May 21 at 6:30 p.m. \u2014 Kirby Ice House Memorial<\/p>\n
May 23 at 1 p.m. \u2014 La Escondida (Spanish translation available)<\/p>\n
Officials said each event will include a live Q&A session where residents can discuss spending priorities, neighborhood concerns and the city\u2019s financial future. <\/p>\n
All events are free and open to the public.<\/p>\n