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

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC), in partnership with the Energy Corridor District, is hosting an open house-style public meeting on Wednesday, June 11, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 757 N. Eldridge Parkway. Residents, commuters, and business owners are encouraged to come and go at their convenience—there will be no formal presentation.

This event is part of the Energy Corridor Memorial Drive Pedestrian Study, which focuses on reimagining the future of Memorial Drive (between State Highway 6 and North Eldridge Parkway) and Grisby Road (between State Highway 6 and Westlake Park Boulevard).

“This is a critical opportunity for people who live, work, or travel through the Energy Corridor to help us improve mobility while creating a safer, more resilient transportation network,” said Caroline Bailey, senior transportation planner for H-GAC.

What to Expect at the Open House

Community members will have the opportunity to:

• Explore potential design concepts for the corridors
• Provide input that will help shape the study’s vision
• Learn about current study findings and community input received so far

Key focus areas include mobility, safety, drainage, and placemaking opportunities.

Potential improvements include:

• High-comfort bikeways
• Enhanced sidewalks and trails
• Safer intersections
• Improved transit stops
• Better drainage and landscaping
• Stronger connections to nearby homes, schools, offices, parks, and businesses

Why Your Input Matters

This study will result in a final report by early September 2025, outlining both short- and long-term project recommendations, as well as potential implementation and funding strategies.

“At this stage, the most important action community members can take is to attend the open house and share their experiences, concerns, and ideas,” Bailey added.

Everyone who lives or works near Memorial Drive or frequently travels through the area is encouraged to attend and participate.

Event Details

• Wednesday, June 11, 2025
• 4 – 7 p.m. (come and go anytime)
• 757 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77079

For updates and final meeting details, please visit the Memorial Drive Bike-Ped Study website.