Harris Health is hosting four town hall meetings in each precinct of the Harris County Commissioners Court to inform the public and get their feedback on plans to purchase park land from the City of Houston through eminent domain to build much-needed patient rooms for Ben Taub Hospital.

The 8.9 acres of land—part of Hermann Park—represents less than 2% of the park and is largely undeveloped and physically separated by Cambridge Street from the main attractions that include the Houston Zoo and Herman Park Golf Course. The expansion of the hospital is part of Harris Health’s effort to meet a public health necessity and fulfill the promise made as part of the $2.5 billion bond package approved by county voters in 2023.

As of Nov. 10, 2025, three dates and locations have been confirmed for P

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