Signing up for Public Comment?

All speakers must register in advance (Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 by 3:00 p.m.).

To sign up to speak, please call the City Secretary’s Office at 832-393-1100 or email citysecretary@houstontx.gov with this sample message & subject line.

EMAIL SUBJECT: Sign up for Public Hearing May 26, 9 a.m.

Dear City Secretary, 

My name is [YOUR NAME], and I live in [AN ADDRESS IN THE DISTRICT YOU LIVE IN], Houston TX [ZIP]. [ADD YOUR DISTRICT]

I would like to sign up for the public hearing taking place on WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2021 – 9:00 A.M. regarding the City Budgets for the time period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Please provide information on the list of speakers if possible so I will not miss my spot in line to speak. 

Sincerely,

[YOUR NAME]

Tips

The video of the meeting will be broadcast on HTV FB Live, but there is a lag between the video and your phone call. Please listen on your phone for your name. If you miss your cue, you may still be able to chime in later, between speakers, to make your comment.

You will need to call in prior to the start of the meeting. The number to call is: (936) 755-1521; Conference ID# 225 117 002#

Press *6 to unmute when it is your turn.

Remember to recommend that ARPA funds be used to close the HOT revenue shortfall and to the total sum of 16 million dollars. 

Log your call

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