Results for: Proposition A

The Houston City Council’s Proposition A Committee convened its inaugural meeting, delving into a thorough review of proposed rules and scrutinizing concerns raised by council members who perceive the committee’s formation as an attempt to diminish their recently acquired power. Amidst discussions, council members voiced concerns regarding potential quorum issues that could result in items languishing in the committee. The committee ultimately resolved to continue deliberations at their subsequent meeting on May 21st, with amendments proposed to safeguard the automatic return of items to the council if a quorum is not achieved within a designated time frame.

Houston’s City Council has gained new powers to set the agenda under Proposition A, which was passed by voters in November. Previously, only the mayor had this privilege. The new rule has raised questions about the balance of power between the mayor and council and the role of a committee created by Mayor Whitmire to review council-proposed items.