Houston Parks Board Local Government Corporation

Pursuant to Chapter 32, Article VIII of the Houston Code of Ordinances, Houston Parks Board LGC, Inc. is a Local Government Corporation (LGC) created by the City of Houston to manage conveyances and acquisitions for public parks, among other related purposes. The LGC may also solicit funds, gifts, and bequests for park acquisitions, additions, and improvements in the city, as well. The LGC works for and is monitored by city officials who must approve its budget, sign off on projects with public funding, and appoint its board members.

The Local Government Corporation is composed of up to 20 members who are appointed by the Mayor of Houston and confirmed by Houston City Council. Meetings of the LGC are open to the public. For more information on the City of Houston’s boards and commissions, click here. For Houston Parks Board LGC, Inc. Board Meeting notices, click here.