UPDATE: This version reflects an update to the 2018 Flood Control Bond Projects. Be sure to follow the Commissioners Court meetings to remain in the know on bond updates!  LETTER FROM THE COMMISSIONER Howdy, Happy July, y’all! This month as we celebrate America’s freedom and independence, I believe it’s an appropriate time to remind you where your tax dollars are being spent. Commissioners Court and department leadership will soon be discussing the budget for next fiscal year, making it a crucial time to be tuned into county government happenings. Last year, I proudly represented Precinct 3 residents and their wishes not to waste money on new progressive programs. This resulted in Harris County receiving the same amount of money it received in the previous year. While my colleagues went on for weeks about the dangers of not taking more of your money, you should know that this past April, our budget office reported millions of dollars worth of surplus still remaining. I believe Harris County has to do a better job in prioritizing your safety over social programs. As a County Commissioner, I also believe Harris County has to do better in focusing on your infrastructure and flood prevention. Above all else, I believe these should be done with the utmost transparency. Below you’ll find some helpful information on current spending. Regardless of the circumstances, my team works hard and continues to find fiscally responsible solutions to maintain our level of service. We are passionate about what we do and remain focused on the task at hand, which is to serve you. Thank you, Commissioner Tom Ramsey  To stay up-to-date on how your tax dollars are spent, be sure to follow Commissioners Court here! Visit our YouTube channel to learn more about how Precinct 3 serves you! PRECINCT 3 OPENS NEW COMMUNITY CENTER George H.W. Bush Community Center The George H.W. Bush Community Center is now open! As Precinct 3’s eighth community center, this facility provides all residents with a place to gather for educational seminars, fitness classes, group activities, and special events. With walls adorned with photography detailing the life and legacy of the 41st President of the United States, George Herbert Walker Bush, the 24,500-square-foot, two-story community center is located at 6827 Cypresswood Drive in Spring. It is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Friday. Read more about Precinct 3’s brand new community center here! ASTROS WATCH PARTYIN THE PARK With a Special Appearance of the World Series Trophy Mark your calendar for the Astros Watch Party at Crosby Park! The World Series Trophy will be available to take photos with for free from 5 PM – 7 PM! Hope to see you all there.  AFTER THE STORM Precinct 3 Responds to Storm Damage With wind gusts reaching 97 mph in some areas, the June 21 storm caused downed trees and widespread power outages. Precinct 3’s dedicated crew members swiftly responded by:Clearing roadsCollecting vegetative debris in residential areasRemoving enough debris to fill 571 tandem dump trucks in the first week aloneCrews will continue for the next few weeks.Visit pct3.com/service-request to request vegetative debris and fallen tree removal.  OTHER PRECINCT 3 OFFERINGS Attention Precinct 3 residents 50 years of age and older: Join us on one of our bus trips and create memories! To register and find a trip near you, click here and select Upcoming Trips. Looking to improve your fishing skills? Maybe you’d like to learn a new craft or just hang out with friends. Our parks and community centers offer activities for all! Click here and select Events and Registration.  Calling all plant lovers! Stop by Mercer Botanic Gardens to enjoy the peaceful oasis nestled in the hustle and bustle of Humble.Click here to view this month’s events calendar! PRECINCT 3 RESOURCE GUIDE ROAD & BRIDGE MAINTENANCE CAMPS Spring Service Center4603 Spring Cypress RoadSpring, Texas 77388 Humble Service Center2302 Atascocita RoadHumble, TX 77396 To request service: (713) 274-3100Submit requests online here. OTHER USEFUL CONTACTS Parks & Reservations: (713) 274-0930 Bus Program: (832) 927-6820 Special Events: (713) 274-3151 Main Office: (713) 274-3000 E-mail: pct3@pct3.hctx.net Community Centers: To find the location nearest you, click here. |
Welcome to Precinct 3
 WELCOME TO PRECINCT 3!Last October, Harris County Commissioners Court voted 3-2 on a new map for Commissioner Precinct boundaries that impacts over 2.3 million residents. Although the final transition is set to be complete by March 31, 2022, it’s likely that you are now in a new jurisdiction. WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU County Commissioners are responsible for maintaining roads, bridges, parks, and community centers that do not fall within the jurisdictions of cities, the state, or privately-owned entities. If you’ve been reporting potholes, requesting ditch maintenance, or submitting other requests to a Commissioner, you’ll want to double-check who represents you now. USEFUL PRECINCT 3 NUMBERS To Request Service: 713-274-3100 Parks & Centers: 281-496-2177 Senior Bus Program: 832-927-6820 Main Office: 713-274-3000 FOLLOW US Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest on news, events, and happenings in Precinct 3!    Click here to find out who your County Commissioner is.  ABOUT PRECINCT 3  Commissioner Precinct 3 is led by Tom Ramsey. Under the new map, Precinct 3 now spans as far west as Cypress – as far north as Tomball – and as far east as Crosby. It encompasses approximately 47% of all unincorporated Harris County, including over 6,300 lane miles of roadway, 66 parks, and 10 Community and Nature Centers. Precinct 3 is home to nearly a dozen community centers, 15 school districts, about 1,000 neighborhoods, and the nation’s longest urban-forested corridor – the Spring Creek Greenway. From the lively city lights in the Villages to the country prairie skies in Huffman, Precinct 3 is the place to live, play, and worship! ABOUT THE COMMISSIONER Commissioner Ramsey listens to you, and ensures you’re representedat every Commissioners Court .  Commissioner Tom Ramsey was elected to serve as County Commissioner for Harris County Precinct 3 in November of 2020. A native of Crockett, Texas, he holds more than 40 years of experience as a Professional Engineer and has served more than 50 Texas cities and 20 counties. Ramsey brings forth proven solutions and knows what works and what doesn’t. He has a long track record of improving the safety, infrastructure, livability, and financial health of the communities he serves. Ramsey served as the Mayor of Spring Valley Village from 2012-2020 – reducing the city’s tax rate by 21% and investing more than $38 million in infrastructure. He has served on the Harris County Storm Water Task Force and the Imelda Assistance Fund Board. As County Commissioner, Ramsey continues to prioritize safer neighborhoods, lowering taxes, and improving infrastructure. *He launched a Crime Task Force earlier this year, which is comprised of over a dozen law enforcement agencies from County and City jurisdictions, to combat the rising crime rate. *In addition to his strong advocacy for law enforcement, Commissioner Ramsey works closely with local, state, and federal partners to find innovative solutions for flood risk reduction – the most notable being “The Big Drain,” a proven concept of large underground tunnels that would move water to the drainage outfalls. *Additionally, Ramsey led in securing the most significant tax revenue decrease supported by all 5 Commissioners Court members. Ramsey’s strong faith drives his work at Second Baptist Houston, where he is a deacon and serves on the board of Loving Kids, a local initiative launched to help underserved Houston children. He’s a longtime resident of Harris County of more than over 30 years, and a graduate of Texas A & M University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. He and his wife, Marsha, have three children and seven grandchildren.  ADDITIONAL ROLES OF ACOUNTY COMMISSIONER Harris County is led by five Commissioners Court members – four Commissioners and one County Judge. They determine tax rates and are responsible for allocating approximately $6 billion worth of funding for pertinent services. These services include the criminal justice system, infrastructure, flood control, hospital district, public health, elections, and much more. Commissioner offices also assist local law enforcement agencies during disasters, such as conducting high-water rescues during flood events, water distributions during and after storms, and roadway clearing during wind events. FOLLOW US |
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