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The Houston mayor firmly opposes park privatization, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring accessibility to city parks


February 16, 2024

In the city of Houston, there are over 250 parks, ranging from small plots of land to expansive areas like Memorial Park, which spans more than 1,500 acres. Mayor John Whitmire expressed concern during a recent council meeting about the increasing unaffordability of parks, stating that Houstonians seem to be losing control over them. He hinted at a proposal to …

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