Can Galveston's Port Become A Waterfront?

Galveston Port's proposed merger with the Houston Port Authority is rejected by voters. It's now being called a 'Waterfront.'

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January 14, 2002, 11:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen

The proposed deal meant the city of Galveston would deed its public docks to the Port of Houston Authority. In return, officials at the Houston port vowed to pump $70 million into rebuilding this island city's dilapidated waterfront, pay off more than $20 million in bonds the Galveston port has outstanding and, eventually, create 2,000 middle-class jobs.

Thanks to Chris Steins

FULL STORY: Ripples on Galveston waterfront

Sunday, January 13, 2002 in The Houston Chronicle

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