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Welcome to the Houston-Galveston Area Council

Serving today. Planning for tomorrow.

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What's Happening at H-GAC?

Explore the diverse initiatives and projects currently underway at H-GAC.

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Be and Stay Prepared!

Discover our resources to plan and prepare for hurricane season.

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H-GAC Receives Distinction

Recognized for outstanding commitment to financial excellence and transparency.

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Shaping the Future of Washington Avenue

Join us for the third public meeting on June 23 to learn more, share your input, and help create a better Washington Avenue for all!

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2045 RTP Update Amendment

The 2045 RTP Update Amendment project list is now available.

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Disaster Recovery Employment Program

Let us be your partner in post-disaster recovery.

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Latest News

Jun 04

Help Shape the Future of Memorial Drive and Grisby Road at June Open House

H-GAC and the Energy Corridor District invite the public to help plan a safer, more connected future for key corridors.

Jun 03

H-GAC and TxDOT Launch Commercial Vehicle Survey to Improve Freight Transportation

H-GAC and TxDOT are surveying commercial vehicle travel across the region to guide infrastructure improvements. If your business receives an invitation, your input can make a difference.

May 15

H-GAC Hosts Public Meeting to Improve Washington Corridor Safety and Traffic

Help shape the future of Washington Avenue. Join us on June 23 for the third public meeting.

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Upcoming Events

JUN 18

Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting

9:30 am
Conference Rooms A, B, C

JUN 18

Cotton Bayou Public Meeting - Addendum & I-Plan Update

4:00 pm
External

JUN 23

Washington Ave Corridor Study - Public Meeting

6:00 pm
External

JUN 24

2025 Leading with Purpose Workshop

8:00 am
Conference Rooms ABC

JUN 24

Dayton Transit Study - Public Meeting

5:30 pm
External

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About Us

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is a regional organization in Texas, United States, that serves as a voluntary association of local governments. It was established in 1966 to address issues and challenges that are common to the local governments in the Houston-Galveston region. The council operates as a forum for collaboration and coordination among its member governments.

The primary goal of the Houston-Galveston Area Council is to promote regional cooperation and planning in areas such as transportation, air quality, economic development, workforce development, emergency preparedness, and environmental planning. By fostering collaboration among local governments, the H-GAC aims to address regional challenges more effectively and efficiently.

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Programs & Services

Community Planning and Support Services

Ensuring the well-being of our residents and enhancing people’s everyday lives by improving quality of life.

Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for encounters with weather and natural disasters by collaborating with state and local emergency planning agencies and providing support technical assistance and funding support.

Economic Development and Employment

Providing small business funding that leads to job creation, coordinating economic development efforts and resources, and supporting employers and employees with the resources they need.

Environmental Planning

Providing collaboration, planning and technical support to address community efforts to improve air and water quality, conserve and enhance natural areas, and manage solid waste.

Grants

Connecting local governments to funding opportunities to help improve their communities.

Public Safety

Partnering with our local law enforcement and community agencies to coordinate programs that improve the safety of our communities.

Regional Data, Imagery and Research

Providing data, conducting research, and offering data analyses to local governments, community organizations, educational institutions, and businesses to enhance their decision-making processes within our region.

Transportation Planning

Planning safe and efficient travel throughout the region for people, goods and services.