(Temporarily Permanently not mayor pro tem ) Carol Alvarado exited the City Council stage today in a less-than-dignified manner: She whined about term limits:
“I think communities get shortchanged,” said Councilwoman Carol Alvarado, who bid farewell to her colleagues Wednesday after six years representing District I on the city’s east side.
“We lose talented people,” said Alvarado, who plans to file today to run for state representative in District 145, the seat vacated by Democrat Rick Noriega in his bid for the Democratic nomination for U.S. senator.
No one can say Ms. Alvarado lacks self-esteem. But she should look on the bright side — Houston’s loss is the state’s gain. And she left a lasting mark on Houston, since the mayor pro tem’s office will never be the same. That’s called a legacy!
As for departing Councilwoman Ada Edwards, she’s not going anywhere. Mayor White appointed her as his Deputy Chief of Staff for Neighborhoods:
“The city of Houston has benefited tremendously from the leadership and knowledge of Ada Edwards. We want to continue to use her skills to make Houston better,” said Mayor Bill White. “In this position, Ada will join a team helping to revitalize neighborhoods, increase affordable housing, support neighborhood organizations, schools and nonprofits that all enhance our quality of life.”
Unclear is how Ms. Edwards’ stances on HPD (increasing manpower = police state!) and the homeless (they should be allowed to bathe in the libraries!) will enhance Houston’s quality of life.
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