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Commissioner Lesley Briones is committed to advancing opportunity and justice for Precinct 4 and all Harris County residents through innovative partnerships and evidence-based policy.

Precinct 4 Advisory Committees: Spring 2024 Recommendations & Quarterly Report

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Investing in infrastructure: Building a safer, stronger Precinct 4

10/05/2025

Infrastructure is at the core of public safety. Improved roads lead to fewer crashes, improved drainage leads to reduced flooding, and new sidewalks lead to safer commutes for drivers and pedestrians. Infrastructure is more than just sidewalks and roads, it is the backbone that keeps neighborhoods connected, safe, and prepared for the future.

Precinct 4 is ready to respond to any disaster, any time

10/03/2025

Hurricane season isn't over yet, and with cuts to the National Weather Service and uncertainty around the future of FEMA, now is the time for local government to amplify its response efforts during disasters. Harris County residents know that it's not a matter of if but when the next hurricane, ice storm, or flood will strike.

The Spring Branch mural for every story

10/02/2025

Spring Branch is a community with deep roots—an area shaped by generations of families who have called it home. In recent decades, Latin American cultures have become a defining presence here, weaving new traditions into the fabric of this evolving area. At Pitner Pocket Park, those stories now live on in a new mural that captures the diversity and pride of the area.

County 101: How to vote in Harris County

10/01/2025

Voting is the cornerstone of democracy and one of the most fundamental ways citizens shape their communities. While presidential elections often dominate headlines, local and state elections frequently have a more direct and profound impact on your daily life—from the quality of roads you drive on to the schools your children attend, and from property taxes to public safety services.

Commissioner Briones spearheads a balanced budget that protects public services

09/24/2025

After months of work alongside more than 70 Harris County departments and court offices, Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones and her colleagues approved a balanced budget for 2026.

Seriamente divertida: conoce a Jael Casiano, el corazón tras los eventos del Precinto 4

09/19/2025

Si alguna vez han bailado al ritmo de la música en un festival del Precinto 4, han visto cómo se iluminaba el rostro de sus hijos en el puesto de una artista de globos o se han llevado a casa un amigo de cuatro patas después de visitar el autobús de adopción en uno de los múltiples eventos del Precinto 4, ya experimentaron un poco de la magia de Jael Casiano.

Serious Fun: Meet Jael Casiano, the Heart of Precinct 4’s Community Events

09/18/2025

If you’ve ever danced to the music at a Precinct 4 festival, watched your child’s face light up at the balloon artist’s booth, or taken home a four-legged friend from the mobile adoption bus at one of Precinct 4’s many events, you’ve already experienced a bit of Jael Casiano’s magic. As Precinct 4’s Events Manager, Jael is one of the masterminds behind some of the Precinct’s most meaningful community gatherings.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Precinct 4 at these 10 events

09/18/2025

Spanning from Alief and Gulfton to Brays Oaks, Cypress, Tomball, and Katy, residents from across Latin America call Precinct 4 home. Every Hispanic Heritage Month, Precinct 4 highlights the rich cultures and endless contributions of Hispanics and Latinos throughout our region and beyond.

Commissioner Lesley Briones Delivers Progress on 2018 Flood Bond Projects

09/18/2025

New funding plan allows Harris County to keep its commitment to funding high-priority, high-need projects

Commissioner Lesley Briones is committed to funding public safety initiatives in the 2026 budget

09/05/2025

One of the core responsibilities of local government is protecting residents and making sure everyone has access to justice. As a lawyer, mother, former judge, and a victim of crime, Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones believes that the criminal justice system must be approached holistically — from beginning to end.