Council Member Martin will continue to be a staunch advocate for residents in his final term as the District E Council Member, while serving as the chair for the City's Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee, and adding the new role of Mayor Pro Tem to his responsibilities. Mayor Pro Tem is a leadership role that encompasses serving as acting Mayor for the City of Houston when Mayor Turner is unavailable. In this new role, Council Member Martin looks forward to providing unique insight to City issues including budget, flood risk reduction, and infrastructure.

Council Member Martin hopes to show the City of Houston that even though Mayor Turner and he do not always agree, they have the ability to work through their differences and collaborate to achieve great projects. 

Additionally, Council Member Martin would like to offer congratulations to the City's new Vice Mayor Pro Tem, District K Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum.  Council Member Martin would like to extend gratitude to his colleagues for providing him with this opportunity and looks forward to working together during his last term.