Some smaller cities in Harris County, like Galena Park and Baytown, got money. Author: Adam Bennett Updated: 10:47 PM CDT May 23, 2021
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas The two conservative Harris County Commissioners are calling the Republican-led Texas General Land Office’s decision to leave Houston and most of Harris County off the list for $1 billion in federal flood mitigation a “shock.”
The GLO said neither area scored high enough on their application to get money.
Some smaller cities in Harris County, like Galena Park and Baytown, got money from the GLO, but most of the help this time went to surrounding counties.
Houston and Harris County leaders said the formula disadvantages highly populated areas.