Every neighborhood has places residents wish could be improved. Maybe it's a residential street where drivers regularly speed, a poorly lit intersection that makes evening walks uncomfortable or a route to school that could be safer for children.

For residents in Eagle Landing, those everyday observations could become the starting point for meaningful neighborhood improvements through Harris County Precinct One's Plan Together program, which is now accepting applications for its 2027 funding cycle.

Developed by the Office of Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Plan Together allows residents, schools and community organizations to bring local infrastructure concerns directly to county officials for consideration.

Rather than relying exclusively on government agencies to identify where improvements are needed, the program gives community members a formal way to help shape infrastructure priorities.

Four Harris County Plan Together Programs Now Accepting Applications

Applications opened October 1, 2026, for four programs focused on neighborhood safety, transportation access and roadway maintenance. Each addresses a different type of infrastructure need, with its own eligibility requirements and deadline.

Neighborhood Traffic Calming: Applications Due February 28, 2027

Residents concerned about speeding or excessive traffic on neighborhood streets can request an evaluation for traffic calming measures, including potential speed humps and other improvements designed to slow vehicles.

The program applies to eligible two-lane residential or collector roads with speed limits of 30 mph or less in unincorporated Harris County. Submitted requests are evaluated through traffic studies before improvements are considered.

Street Lighting: Applications Due March 31, 2027

Neighborhoods with inadequate street lighting can apply for funding to install and maintain streetlights.

Improved lighting can make it easier for drivers to see pedestrians and cyclists while helping residents navigate neighborhood streets and sidewalks after dark. Applications may require supporting documentation, including petitions or affidavits.

School Safety: Applications Due April 30, 2027

School leaders can request improvements intended to make walking and biking routes safer for students.

Potential projects may address dangerous crossings, pedestrian access and other transportation safety concerns near schools. Families who have identified problem areas can share those concerns with their school administrators for consideration.

Orphan Roads: Applications Due May 31, 2027

Some roads in unincorporated Harris County have no government agency or other legal entity responsible for maintaining them, leaving nearby property owners facing ongoing maintenance challenges.

The Orphan Roads program allows eligible communities to request consideration for Harris County to adopt, improve and maintain these roadways.

Because eligibility varies by program, residents of Eagle Landing should review the county's requirements carefully before applying, particularly for programs restricted to unincorporated areas.

Nearly $9.6 Million Already Committed to Community-Led Improvements

Plan Together is already supporting projects across Harris County Precinct One.

The Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis announced nearly $9.6 million in County funding for 16 locally led projects, helping advance more than $60 million in infrastructure improvements through partnerships with community organizations.

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The selected projects include safer sidewalks, trails, pedestrian crossings, drainage improvements, a new Fifth Ward library and a proposed pedestrian and bicycle bridge connecting neighborhoods to Willow Waterhole.

The projects demonstrate the range of improvements that can emerge when local organizations identify needs and seek public funding to help address them.

The American Planning Association's Houston Section also recently recognized Plan Together with a Gold Award for Best Practice, according to Precinct One officials, acknowledging the program's approach to community involvement in infrastructure planning.

Additional Community Project Funding Opens in January 2027

Beyond the four programs currently accepting applications, the Plan Together Partnerships Program is scheduled to reopen in January 2027.

This initiative supports projects led by community organizations and other local partners, allowing groups to pursue larger improvements that address neighborhood needs.

The county publishes scoring criteria so applicants can better understand how projects are evaluated and how funding decisions are made.

Applications are reviewed and scored, with the highest-ranking eligible projects considered for funding. Submission does not guarantee that a project will be selected or completed.

How Eagle Landing Residents Can Get Involved

For residents who have repeatedly noticed a neighborhood safety concern, Plan Together provides a practical opportunity to bring that issue to the county's attention.

A useful first step is identifying the specific problem, documenting its location and reviewing the program requirements to determine whether the concern qualifies for consideration.

Residents, school representatives and community organizations can access application materials, review program guidelines and learn about the selection process through the official Harris County Plan Together website.

Questions about applications and eligibility can also be directed to plantogether@cp1.hctx.net.

While not every request will result in an approved project, the program offers residents an opportunity to participate in decisions that could shape their neighborhoods for years to come.

As application deadlines approach and additional funding decisions are announced, stay tuned to My Neighborhood News for updates on Harris County Precinct One programs and opportunities affecting local communities.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.

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