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Harris County Flood Control District executive director resigns

Monday, June 14, 2021

Flood Control District to double down on big bayou projects

With all the rain we've had lately, folks are wondering how local leaders are addressing the flooding threat. It's a serious problem that will only become more pressing with another hurricane season around the corner. ABC13 reporter Erica Simon looked into flood control efforts - hit play for the latest.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Harris County Flood Control District's executive director is stepping down.

Russell Poppe sent his letter of resignation to the county board of commissioners last Friday. His last day is set for July 2.

"The growing expectations associated with these efforts have adversely affected the quality of my personal life to a point I can no longer sustain," Poppe wrote.

While he is resigning, Poppe said he does not have any announcements about the next chapter in his career and is taking time to select the best opportunity for him and his family.

Poppe, who worked with the flood control district for over 15 years, took over as executive director back in 2016 after the previous director retired.

Officials in Harris Co. working to reduce flooding in neighborhoods

The video above is from a previous story of the flood control district doubling down on projects ahead of hurricane season.

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