Here’s the kind of campaign true fans of demolition can get behind: That’s Houston’s Mayor Annise Parker in the driver’s seat, about to trash a balcony at the Winfield I Condominiums at 10110 Forum West Dr., near the intersection of the Southwest Fwy. and Beltway 8. In taking the ceremonial first whack at a derelict complex, the city’s honorary demolisher-in-chief is campaigning in favor of a city bond issue on the November ballot that would generate $15 million to remove “blighted properties” like the Winfield. Though Proposition E is listed as a measure for housing bonds, the mayor’s office notes, the funds would “all go toward demolishing dangerous and abandoned buildings to make way for future affordable housing.”
- City demolishes condos that are neighborhood eyesore [abc13]
- Demolition Scheduled for Neighborhood Eyesore: Owners Step up and Take Responsibility [Mayor's Office]
- Previously on Swamplot: A Day for Houston To Celebrate Demolition, Houston’s Chief Demolition Officer Takes Her Turn
Photo: Jessica Michan
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oh yes please and she can start across the street from my house!
Sounds like more blowing smoke like the “drainage fee” mess.
“A measure for housing bonds” does not equal demolition money.
I hate to be a doubting thomas but once you give it to them, you ain’t gettin’ it back.
I really like the moniker Demolisher in Chief!
Better than even Governator.
That looks like fun.
If the City wants to demolish something, shouldn’t they create ordinances that govern the process so that they can follow through and then place a lien upon the property that can be followed up by a lawsuit and a constable sale? The City would recoup its money, so why would it need to issue a bond?
Let the stereotypes fly!
Lesbian Mayor Does Demolition Work! LOL
And before someone yells gaycist, just remember I’m just a pot calling the kettle black.
Affordable housing = Section 8
This whole bond deal is questionable. Who is going to follow up to see if the properties are in fact turned into affordable housing?
I voted no across the board on any bond issues, clean up what you have already burdened the taxpayers with before you ask for more….