Reconnection
Reconnecting communities along Little White Oak Bayou thru greenways would benefit ALL neighborhoods
The construction of I-45 in the 1950’s-60’s resulted in the fragmentation of
established neighborhoods such as the Heights, Germantown, predominantly Hispanic
Northside, and historically Black Independence Heights, and introduced barriers to
social and economic connections within and between the affected communities. These
impacts continue to shape the dynamics of these neighborhoods today, influencing
issues such as urban development, access to greenspace, transportation, and
community identity.
Connecting greenspace between communities creates larger, interconnected areas that
are more accessible to residents, potentially reducing opportunities for crime and
improving overall public safety, and property values in those areas may increase, which
can attract investment and contribute to economic development.
