The Court approved scheduling a public hearing for March 19, 2026 on Harris Health's plan to acquire about 8.9 acres of Hermann Park — potentially by condemnation — to expand Ben Taub Hospital.

What it means for you

Residents will have a formal opportunity to comment before the County moves forward on a proposal that would convert parkland adjacent to Ben Taub Hospital into hospital expansion space.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, to post notice of a Public Hearing to be held on March 19, 2026, regarding the acquisition of Hermann Park land for the expansion of the Ben Taub Hospital pursuant to Chapter 26 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code. The motion carried by the following vote: