The TxDOT Community Empowerment Workshop Series, Connecting the Dots to Community Benefits, Resources, and Services as part of our Enhanced Relocation Services Program commitment to the four communities most directly impacted by the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP).
The free workshop series is offered in response to feedback received during public engagement. The workshops are designed to support property owners, tenants, small businesses, and local organizations by providing access to tools and resources that promote economic opportunity, strengthen neighborhoods, and support long-term resiliency.
A new topic, aligned with the 3 pillars (affordable housing & community cohesion, community resources & empowerment, and financial literacy & resiliency), will be introduced monthly. We encourage your participation in these informative sessions, which will focus on topics such as affordable housing, financial wellness, and community-based services.
We look forward to working with you at one of our upcoming workshops!
Building stronger communities through TxDOT's affordable housing grant program (workshop no. 2)
October 2025 Workshops
Let your voice be heard in shaping the future of housing in your neighborhood. This workshop is part of TxDOT’s commitment to supporting the areas most affected by the I-45 NHHIP. Through the $30 million Affordable Housing Grant Program, TxDOT is working to invest in community-driven solutions and this workshop puts residents at the center of that process.
You can expect to:
- Participate in short presentations and activities created
for the whole family - Share your ideas and help shape affordable housing plans designed for your neighborhood
- Work with neighbors, leaders, and experts to design strategies that reflect your community’s priorities
Join us at an upcoming workshop in your neighborhood!
| Community | Date and Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Third Ward | Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025 Check-in: 5-5:30 p.m. Workshop: 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Blue Triangle Community Center 3005 McGowen St #300, Houston, TX 77004 |
| Near Northside | Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 Check-in: 5-5:30 p.m. Workshop: 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Moody Community Center 3725 Fulton Street Houston, TX 77009 |
| Fifth Ward | Tuesday, Oct. 14 , 2025 Check-in: 5-5:30 p.m. Workshop: 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Fifth Ward Multi-Services Center 4014 Market Street Houston, TX 77009 |
| Independence Heights | Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025 Check-in: 5-5:30 p.m. Workshop: 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Greater First Missionary Baptist Church 4441 Haygood Street Houston, TX 77022 |
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- View the project FAQs
Relocation 101
August 2025
This workshop will introduce the purpose of the series as well as provide an informative overview on the right-of-way acquisition and relocation process. You can expect a short presentation, refreshments, hands-on activities for both children and adults, and a discussion with the relocation team.
The workshops are open to all m embers of the affected communities, not just those directly impacted by property acquisition. They are part of TxDOT's broader effort to promote equity, transparency, and inclusive growth as the NHHIP moves forward.
Join us at an upcoming workshop in your neighborhood!
| Community | Date and Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Fifth Ward | Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 Check-in: 5:30 p.m. Workshop: 6 p.m. |
Woodlands Church - East River Campus 4100 Clinton Dr. Houston TX, 77020 |
| Near Northside | Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 Check-in: 12:30 p.m. Workshop: 1 p.m. |
MD Anderson YMCA 705 Cavalcade Street Houston, TX 77009 |
| Third Ward | Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 Check-in: 8:30 p.m. Workshop: 9 p.m. |
Blue Triangle Community Center 3005 McGowen St #300 Houston, TX 77004 |
| Independence Heights | Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 Check-in: 5-5:30 p.m. Workshop: 6 p.m. |
Harriet & Joe Foster Family YMCA 1234 W. 34th Street Houston, TX 77018 |
Workshop photos - Relocation 101 (Aug 2025)
Third Ward
Independence Heights
Fifth Ward
Near Northside
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