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40 Years of the North Houston Association

The North Houston Association (NHA) celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2022! Numerous accomplishments have emerged throughout its four decades of history within the region it represents - north Harris County and Montgomery County and here is the full story told by those who lived it.

NHA Timeline

2001
Congressman Kevin Brady Speaks at August Luncheon
Congressman Kevin Brady Speaks at August Luncheon

Pictured: NHA President Senator Lindsay with NHA Chairman, Congressman Brady, Commissioner Eversole and NHA Executive Director Carolyn Wright at August Luncheon Congressman Kevin Brady told N HA members that trade is key to the United States’ economic prosperity, and that negotiation of free trade treaties is essential to the country’s…
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METRO Board Member Whiston, and City of Houston Council Member Todd Face Off at NHA Rail Forum
METRO Board Member Whiston, and City of Houston Council Member Todd Face Off at NHA Rail Forum

Fists weren’t flying, but panelists pulled no punches when debating the highly-publicized rail issue at a recent NHA luncheon. Moderator John Beddow, publisher of the Houston Business Journal, set the tone of NHA’s Rail Forum Luncheon when he spoke of attend­ing a wrestling match the night before the event. City…
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NHA Gets Revised Mission, New Logo at Annual Board Retreat
NHA Gets Revised Mission, New Logo at Annual Board Retreat

Pictured: NHA board members, committee chairmen and staff members ( and John Wayne! ) set the tone for 2002 at NHA’s annual Board Retreat in October. The new year will bring with it a new look and a revised mission, thanks to the efforts of NHA’s Board of  Directors  and…
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2003
The North Houston Association & the West Houston Association created the Texas Alliance for Responsible Growth, Environment and Transportation (TARGET)
The North Houston Association & the West Houston Association created the Texas Alliance for Responsible Growth, Environment and Transportation (TARGET)

[A message from the chairman, Mark Kilkenny] The Houston business community learned several things in 2002. One was that unless we organized to defend our region’s development and environment interest, those options could be severely limited. Second, we learned that we can realize growth while protecting our environment. We have…
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2004
Commute Solutions and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) announce a pilot Vanpool program
Commute Solutions and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) announce a pilot Vanpool program

Commute Solutions and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) announce a pilot program offering direct financial incentives to organizations assisting in the formation of vanpools. Quick Questions… Quick Facts What Is a Vanpool? A vanpool is a group of 5 – 15 people commuting between home and work in a van. …
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The Hardy Toll Road beatification project celebrates completion!
The Hardy Toll Road beatification project celebrates completion!

[Article from the Houston Chronicle] Hardy beautification project complete Connector adds 30,000 containers of vegetation Harris County and state officials commemorated a beautification project for commuters along the Hardy Toll Road to Bush Intercontinental Airport. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Hardy Toll Road Airport Connector Enhancement Project was last Thursday.…
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2005
2007
North Houston Association featured story in Growth Magazine

[Excerpt] The North Houston Association (NHA) has reached another milestone, celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year. Formed in 1982, the Association was originally organized by 26 firms based upon their belief that collectively, they might influence both the quantity and quality of development in North Harris and South Montgomery Counties.…
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2010
North Houston Association Advocates for the 2010 Census “Power in Number” Campaign
North Houston Association Advocates for the 2010 Census “Power in Number” Campaign

[Excerpt of Campaign Email Template] Between now and April 16, we must do everything in our power to spread the word about the importance of the Census and how it will affect the business community. On a grand scale, the Census will help Harris County officials determine the allocation of…
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