What is the Community Flood Resilience Task Force?

Bringing More Voices into Flood Resilience For nearly 50 years, Harris County relied on the Flood Control Task Force to provide guidance on policies and programs aimed at protecting homes, businesses, and the local economy from flooding. Established in 1972, the group reflected the priorities of its time, focusing primarily on flood protection infrastructure and…

July 22, 20260Comments

Community Input Continues to Guide Flood Resilience Planning

As part of the ongoing Harris County Flood Resilience Plan engagement process, an open house was held July 14 at the Mangum-Howell Community Center, where residents and county partners reviewed proposed strategies and continued discussions about priorities for a more flood-resilient Harris County. Three members of the Community Flood Resilience Task Force attended the meeting,…

July 16, 20260Comments

CFRTF Retreat Focuses on Shared Responsibility and Community Resilience

As Harris County continues to face growing flood risks, the Community Flood Resilience Task Force (CFRTF) convened for a working retreat focused on shaping the future of flood resilience across the region. A key partner of the Harris County Flood Control District, the CFRTF explored big-picture strategies to better protect residents, strengthen communication, and guide…

April 28, 20260Comments