Shannon, 2nd Ward

Favorite Thing about Houston:
"I love our culture and our parks! We have a wonderful array of cultural attractions, our museums, the theater district, and we have beautiful parks!"

One thing I would change about Houston:
"The pollution."

My idea to change it:
"All city offices should be redesigned with green technology and we should work to convert existing infrastructure (traffic lights, street lamps, public areas) to solar powered systems. Local companies also need to be persuaded into transitioning to green energy. Pollution needs to be addressed through the expansion and the development of commuter rail systems and mass transit. Ensuring the continued development and expansion of our city parks through the planting of trees and native plants will help to alleviate pollution rates and provide a needed reprieve from the busy Houston streets!"