Council Member Edward ‘Ed’ Gonzalez is a native-born Houstonian and life long resident of District H. His family moved to Houston from Corpus Christi, TX, after hearing that Houston was a city of the future and a place of endless possibilities. The Gonzalez family settled first in Houston’s Near North Side and later moved to the heart of the Houston Heights. Ed’s mother, Alice, became a business owner in District H and remained in business for over 33 years. Ed would later follow in his mother’s footsteps and become a small business owner in District H. This experience helped Ed realize the importance of small businesses in maintaining a strong local economy.
Gonzalez joined the Houston Police Department in 1991 and served honorably for 18 years. As a veteran Homicide investigator, he witnessed first-hand how violent crime can damage our communities. Ed was promoted to Sergeant and served on the elite Hostage Negotiation Team. This professional experience has provided him with unique insight and training in dealing with tense situations where lives are endangered and a steady hand is required. As a public servant, Ed Gonzalez knows what it means to be “on call” and remains ready to serve the people of District H at all times.
Ed Gonzalez is a graduate of the University of Houston – Downtown and the University of St. Thomas where he earned his Master’s degree in Political Science. He serves on several boards and is an active participant in numerous community-based initiatives. Ed is a Board Member of M.D. Anderson YMCA, Houston Area Community Services (HACS) and Gulf Coast Community Services Association (GCCSA). Additionally, Gonzalez serves as Co-Chair of the American Heart Association’s Hispanic Outreach Task Force and as Chair of the Houston Heights Association’s Crime and Public Safety Committee. Ed is also a graduate of Leadership Houston Class XXIII and the City of Houston’s Project Blueprint.
Council Member Ed Gonzalez and his wife, Dr. Melissa Gonzalez, live with their family in Lindale Park and are members of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
