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Mayor John Whitmire Targets Structures That Attract Illegal Dumping – Press Release

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: 05/15/2026

Mayor Whitmire to Kick-Off “Demolitions Days”

City’s initiative targets dangerous structures that attract illegal dumping and impede drainage 

WHAT:

Mayor John Whitmire will kick off the City of Houston’s “Demolition Days,” an initiative focused on demolishing dangerous and blighted structures that attract illegal dumping. The targeted properties include structures located in flood plains and areas that impede effective drainage. Crews will demolish eight properties on Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Earlier this year, City Council approved allocating $30 million from the City’s Stormwater Fund for the initiative. Friday’s demolition marks the first of several “Demolition Days” planned across the city.

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WHEN:
1 p.m., Friday, May 15, 2026
WHERE:
3609 Kashmere St. (District B)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Mayor Whitmire will be joined by neighborhood and elected officials, Houston Public Works and Houston Contractors Association representatives.
Contact:

Mary Benton
Mary.Benton@houstontx.gov
City of Houston Mayor’s Office
(Cell) 713-208-6229

By David Loran Jr

A successful Editor-in-Chief, journalist for over 6 years, writing about important topics that are going on within the U.S. and beyond.

Sources:

Houston PD Press Release 05/15/2026

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