SW Houston News

Houston City Council has confirmed Herbert Sims as the new Director of the Department of Neighborhoods (DON), as appointed by Mayor John Whitmire. Sims, who has been serving as the interim director since February, brings over two decades of experience working for the city and has excelled in various leadership and management roles.

Mayor Whitmire praised Sims, stating, "Mr. Sims illustrates the value of our municipal employees. He came up through the ranks and has demonstrated his ability to get things done to help improve the quality of our neighborhoods. He is one of the first persons my office calls to address an issue in one of our neighborhoods. He has a can-do attitude and is the right person at the right time for this job. I am confident he will continue to bring his depth of experience and passion for public service to the Department of Neighborhoods."

In response to his appointment, Director Sims expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "I'm excited to use my experience in public service to lead the department by focusing on addressing problems and working with neighbors. Houston is full of diverse and vibrant neighborhoods, and it takes all of us working together to create a better future for our city."

The Department of Neighborhoods, where Sims will now serve as Director, consists of five divisions, including inspections and public service, aimed at resolving neighborhood concerns and enhancing the quality of life in Houston communities through people-focused programs and strong community partnerships.

Sims, a graduate of Texas A&M and the University of Houston, holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration. His official appointment is effective immediately, and he is poised to continue his dedicated service to the city of Houston in his new role.