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City officials say scrap tire illegal operations and dumping them are a problem because they become breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

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Houston’s Scrap Tire Ordinance Means Businesses Will Have To Register With The City

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on June 30, 2016 · The grace period ends this week.

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City Council To Consider New Regulations To Curb Illegal Tire Dumping In Houston

Florian Martin

Posted on October 20, 2015 · The city collects up to 6,000 illegally dumped old tires per year.

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Posted on March 24, 2023 · Edwards chaired city council committees that dealt with affordable housing, flooding and the HIV/AIDS epidemic and was described by colleagues as compassionate, selfless and community-minded.

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Posted on January 19, 2023 · The region has flirted with getting another amusement park since the iconic Astroworld closed in 2005. Industry experts say it's only a matter of time before one materializes.

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