Commissioners Court
1001 Preston, 1st Floor
Agenda — 193 items
- 1 Public Notice
- 2 Appearances before court
- 2 September 16, 2026 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING
- 3 Members of the public may attend, participate and/or address Commissioners Court in-person or may view the meeting through the following link: https://www.harriscountytx.gov/Government/Court-Agenda/Court-Videos. Members of the public who attend the meeting in-person may make comments by signing up to speak by completing an appearance request form, and submitting it one hour before the commencement of the meeting, the form can be found at https://appearancerequest.harriscountytx.gov. Speakers may address the Commissioners Court for up to one (1) minute in total, notwithstanding how many agenda items the speaker signs up to comment on. Members of the public who sign up to speak about a topic that does not address a specific agenda item at a regular meeting will also be limited to one (1) minute and will address the Court after all agenda related comments have been made. For business court or special meetings, speakers may only sign up to address topics that pertain to posted agenda items. Members of the public are also invited to email their written comments to Commissioners Court at CommissionersCourt@harriscountytx.gov.
- 4 It is the intention of the Harris County Commissioners Court to provide open access to all members of the public of Harris County to express themselves on issues addressed by County government. However, members of the public are reminded that the Harris County Commissioners Court is a constitutional court, created by the State with judicial, administrative and legislative powers. As such, the Harris County Commissioners Court possesses the authority to issue Contempt of Court citations. Accordingly, persons shall conduct themselves with proper respect and decorum in addressing the Court, in participating in public discussions before the Court, and in all actions in the presence of the Court consistent with the rules and procedures of Harris County Commissioners Court. Profane, insulting or threatening language, and racial, ethnic or gender slurs or epithets will not be tolerated. Those persons who do not conduct themselves in an orderly and appropriate manner will be ordered to leave the meeting and recognition to speak may be refused at subsequent meetings of the Court. Refusal to abide by the Court’s Order may result in a Contempt of Court Citation. Please refer to Public Notice for specific meeting as instructions are subject to change.
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- 1. Request for approval of the appointment of Janae Ladet, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to City of Houston Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 26 (Sunnyside), Position 7, for a term ending December 31, 2027.
- 2. Request for approval of the appointment of Adrian Collins, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Industrial Development Corporation Board of Directors for a term ending September 22, 2028.
- 3. Request for approval of the reappointment of Bethanie Van Horne, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris County Resources for Children and Adults Board, for a term ending September 22, 2029.
- 4. Request for approval of the reappointment of Tonyel Edwards, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris County Resources for Children and Adults Board, for a term ending September 22, 2029.
- 5. Request for approval of the reappointment of Marcia Johnson, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Board of Directors of the Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation, for a term ending September 22, 2032.
- 6. Request for approval of the reappointment of Brandon Dudley, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board of Directors, Position 8, for a term ending August 31, 2028.
- 7. Request for approval of the reappointment of David Contreras, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris County Hispanic Cultural Heritage Commission, Position 2, for a term beginning September 27, 2026 and ending September 26, 2028.
- 8. Request for approval of the reappointment of Sonia Corrales, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris County Resources for Children and Adults Board, for a term beginning November 1, 2026, and ending November 1, 2029.
- 9. Request for approval of the reappointment of Roberto Treviño, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the METRO Board of Directors for a term ending July 29, 2028.
- 10. Request for approval of the reappointment of Paul Puente, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris County Hospital District Board of Trustees, dba Harris Health System Board, for a term beginning October 30, 2026, and ending October 29, 2028.
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- 11. Request for approval of an order authorizing the issuance, sale, and delivery of Harris County, Texas Toll Road First Lien Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A; approving the Ninth Supplemental Toll Road Revenue Bonds Trust Indenture, a bond purchase agreement and an official statement; authorizing an authorized representative to approve the amounts, interest rates, prices and terms of such bonds and certain other matters relating thereto; authorizing the discharge of certain outstanding Harris County, Texas Toll Road Senior Lien Revenue Bonds, Series 2016A, and Harris County, Texas, Toll Road First Lien Revenue Commercial Paper Notes; authorizing necessary actions, including the execution of documents and instruments necessary or convenient to carry out the issuance, sale and delivery of such bonds and payment of such other obligations; authorizing and ratifying other actions and activities to support the issuance and administration of such bonds, including the opening of bank accounts; making certain findings with respect thereto; and containing other provisions relating to the subject.
- 12. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments.
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- 13. Request for approval of a change in contract with Spawglass Construction Corp. in connection with Connectivity Project - Deussen-Eisenhower - 2021, with an addition in the amount of $40,974.67, Job No. 25/0046-10, UPIN 22101MF2F801, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.09%, MWBE Current Participation: 25.53%.
- 14. Request for approval of a change in contract with Durwood Greene Construction Co. in connection with final construction of Asphalt Rehabilitation - Memorial Drive between San Felipe and West of Chimney Rock - 2024, with a deduction in the amount of $550,068.56, Job No. 25/0302-1, UPIN 25103MF3MT01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 31.56%, MWBE Current Participation: 50.88%.
- 15. Request for approval of a change in contract with Millis Equipment, LLC, in connection with final construction of Hufsmith-Kohrville Rd 2, with a deduction in the amount of $1,577,806.51, Job No. 23/0308-7, UPIN 15104M23NP02, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28.50%, MWBE Current Participation: 30.95%.
- 16. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $252,050.00 for Professional Engineering and related services to construct the Roadway Maintenance - Asphalt Rehabilitation Package - 1 - 2026, UPIN 25103MF3PJ01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 9.07%, MWBE Current Participation: 11.20%.
- 17. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Entech Civil Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $1,437,068.00 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Road Improvements - Spears Road - Antoine Dr to COH Limits, UPIN 26101VZ4AC01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19%.
- 18. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $323,225.00 for Professional Engineering and related services to construct the Roadway Maintenance - Asphalt Rehabilitation Package - 2 - 2026, UPIN 25103MF3PK01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 9.07%, MWBE Current Participation: 11.20%.
- 19. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Friendswood to evaluate potential drainage and roadway improvements along Bay Area Boulevard from FM 528 to Grissom Road, including geotechnical, engineering, drainage, pavement, and feasibility studies, UPIN 26102MF3YG01, Precinct 2.
- 20. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Sunbelt Fresh Water Supply District for transferring the Westfield Estates Sanitary Sewer System project infrastructure to Sunbelt Fresh Water Supply District for operation and maintenance, Sanitary Sewer System Construction - Westfield Estates - 2023, UPIN 23208MF2XZ01, Precinct 2.
- 21. Request for approval of plat Anderson Lake Sec 3 Amending Plat No 1. Consultant, BENCHMARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION, Precinct 1.
- 22. Request for approval of plat Centerpoint Energy Danek Substation. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 3.
- 23. Request for approval of plat Leedy Family Addition. Consultant, DUNAWAY ASSOCIATES LLC, Precinct 3.
- 24. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Plumbing Systems Repair and Replacement projects, for a total authorization of $12,860,000 for FY 2027.
- 25. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for Miscellaneous Building Cost projects, for an incremental amount of $20,711,000 for a total authorization amount of $24,760,000 for FY 2027.
- 26. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for Roofing Systems Repair and Replacement Countywide projects, for a total FY2027 authorization of $2,410,000.
- 27. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Elevator Repair and Renovations projects, for an incremental amount of $4,980,000 for a total authorization of $6,280,000 for FY 2027.
- 28. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Fire, Life Safety, and Electrical System Repair and Renovations projects, for an incremental amount of $2,581,000 for a total authorization of $3,600,000 for FY 2027.
- 29. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the HVAC Repair and Replacement projects, for an incremental amount of $19,448,000 for a total authorization of $20,550,000 for FY 2027.
- 30. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Juvenile Probation Department Facilities Repair and Renovation projects, for an incremental amount of $4,065,000 for a total authorization of $6,902,000 for FY 2027.
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- 31. Request for approval to execute a mitigation banking instrument with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, set a credit sales price and execute a conservation easement with Bayou Land Conservancy for legal defense, stewardship, and administration fees related to the perpetual protection of the Crosby Eastgate Mitigation Bank per §230.97 of the 2008 Mitigation Rule (33 CFR Part 332) (Cedar Bayou Watershed, Project ID Q700-01-00-Y001, Precinct 3).
- 32. Request for approval of signatory authority as indicated within the “Depository/Authorized Signatories Designation Form” to the Executive Director for the Flood Control District or his designees regarding the CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs.
- 33. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement and drainage and detention easement with the City of Bellaire to assist in reducing the risk of street flooding for the Meyergrove Phase 2 Detention Basin (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID D500-16-00-E001, Agreement No. 2026-67, Precinct 1).
- 34. Request for approval of a utility construction services agreement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, in the amount of $35,202.31, for utility relocations of facilities near HCFCD Unit P118-31-00 and P118-00-00 (Halls Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-41, Project ID P518-12-00-E001, Agreement No. 2026-82, Precinct 2).
- 35. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the South Mayde Creek Bypass Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Addicks Reservoir Watershed, Bond ID C-36, Project ID U101-01-00-E003, Agreement No. 2026-13, Precinct 4).
- 36. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the West Little York Stormwater Detention Basin Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Addicks Reservoir Watershed, Bond ID C-37, Project ID U500-01-00-E002, Agreement No. 2026-15, Precinct 4).
- 37. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Helms Stormwater Detention Basin and Channel Conveyance Improvements Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Halls Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-01, Project ID P118-26-00-E002, Agreement No. 2026-16, Precinct 2).
- 38. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Kickerillo Mischer-Preserve Erosion Repairs for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Cypress Creek Watershed, Project ID K100-00-00-X096, Agreement No. 2026-17, Precinct 3).
- 39. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Cloverleaf Area Drainage Improvements Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Carpenters Bayou and Greens Bayou Watersheds, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID N100-00-00-E004, Agreement No. 2026-18, Precinct 2).
- 40. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Greens Mid-Reach Phase 2 Design Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-20, Project ID P100-00-00-E015, Agreement No. 2026-19, Precincts 1 and 2).
- 41. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Kingwood Diversion Ditch Improvements Project for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (San Jacinto River Watershed, Bond ID F-14, Project ID G103-38-00-E001, Agreement No. 2026-20, Precinct 3).
- 42. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Halls Aldine Westfield South Stormwater Detention Basin & Mainstem Channel Conveyance Improvements Project (P118-00-00) for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District (Halls Bayou Watershed, Agreement No. 2026-21, Precinct 2).
- 43. Request for approval of change in contract No. 7 with Lecon, Inc., for Major Maintenance of Cypress Creek and Tributaries Batch 4, adding 26 calendar days (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-012, Project ID K100-00-00-X110, Job No. 23/0237, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21%, MWBE Current Participation: 16.82%).
- 44. Request for approval of amendment No. 3 to an interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity, in the amount of $1,000,000, for technical assistance, staff augmentation, and various services to assist with Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery and Mitigation awarded to the Flood Control District (Agreement No. 2024-04, Countywide).
- 45. Request for approval of amendment No. 4 to an agreement with HR Green Inc., in the amount of $300,000, for additional engineering and related services for hydrologic and hydraulic analyses in support of the Clear Creek Federal Flood Risk Management Project (Clear Creek Watershed, Bond ID C-07, Project ID A100-00-00-G002, Agreement No. 2021-24, Precincts 1 and 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 43%, MWBE Current Participation: 43%).
- 46. Request for approval of amendment No. 4 to the multi-department interlocal agreement with Harris County in the amount of $8,329,338.29 for various services provided to the Flood Control District in FY2027 (Agreement No. 2023-30, Countywide).
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- 47. Request for approval to advertise for professional planning and schematic design services to conduct feasibility studies for potential corridors in the northeast area of Harris County to address economic growth in the area (Precincts 1 & 3; MWBE Contracted Goal: 20.0%).
- 64 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
- 48. Request for approval of the lease of parking spaces at 1019 Congress garage with Lanier Parking for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at an approximate cost of $6,960.
- 66 Universal Services
- 49. Request for approval of changes to attributes of certain vehicle control numbers (VCNs) for various departments.
- 68 Public Health Services
- 50. Request for approval of a collaborative agreement with Harris County Hospital District dba Harris Health System, the Houston Health Department, The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, and Community Health Choice related to the terms of participation in the Harris Collaborative.
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- 51. Request for approval of two Community Development Block Grant Entitlement (CDBG-EN) funded agreements with Harris County Public Health (HCPH) for the 1) Neighborhood Nuisance Abatement Program in the amount of $195,000.00 and 2) The Lead-Based Paint Abatement Program in the amount of $400,000.00.
- 52. Request for approval of six (6) agreements utilizing General Funds for Texans Feeding Texans Home-Delivered Meals Projects with Bay Area Meals on Wheels, Inc.; Baytown Meals on Wheels; Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston; Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston; Northwest Assistance Ministries; and Precinct2gether, Inc.
- 53. Request for approval of seven (7) Emergency Solutions Grants Entitlement (ESG-EN) funded agreements with 1) SEARCH Homeless Services in the amount of $663,351.07 for SEARCH Rapid Re-Housing; 2) Beacon of Downtown Houston in the amount of $276,674.00 for Shelter Operations; 3) Covenant House Texas in the amount of $50,000.00 for Street Outreach Program for Homeless Youth/Young Adults; 4) Houston Area Women’s Center in the amount of $55,000.00 for Emergency Shelter for Survivors; 5) HTX H.O.P.E. Haven in the amount of $100,000.00 for Homeless Street Outreach; 6) The Salvation Army in the amount of $75,000.00 for Jones Family Residence - Emergency Shelter; and 7) The Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc. in the amount of $68,601 for Emergency Housing Project.
- 54. Request for approval of amendments to two PY2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded agreements to update the budget, Scope of Services, and Federal Award Identification Table with 1) SEARCH Homeless Services for SEARCH Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Case Management and 2) SEARCH Homeless Services for Housing Stability Case Management; and one Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funded amendment to an agreement with The Salvation Army for Jones Family Residence - Emergency Shelter.
- 55. Request for approval of amendments to 14 agreements with Harris County Housing Authority, Harris County Housing Authority Public Facility Corporation, Comunidad Corporation, The Women's Home, Pilgrim Housing Development Corporation, The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, and Woodland Towers, LP for various affordable housing projects funded with HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR).
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- 56. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies with Oaths of Office and Statements of Officer.
- 57. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of required positions, related equipment, vehicle allowance where applicable, and law enforcement renewals, amendments, and agreements with various civic and homeowner associations and other entities.
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- 58. Request for approval of an Order authorizing and ratifying legal action and litigation expenses in connection with various cases including those in various County and District Courts, and U.S. District Courts.
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- 59. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval of a grant resolution with the intent to execute an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP): Sidewalk & Crosswalk - West Rd. & Homestead Rd. Project in Precinct 2.
- 60. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) grant funds in the amount of $2,267,750, with a required match of $243,725 from Precinct 2, for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP): Sidewalk & Crosswalk - West Rd. & Homestead Rd. Project in Precinct 2, and to execute an Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) once it is executed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
- 61. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Division of Emergency Management to extend the period of performance completion date to May 22, 2028, for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (Project ID Z100-00-00-H065, Countywide).
- 62. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Hearts of Rescue in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 63. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Anderson Center for the Arts in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 64. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Local Infant Formula for Emergencies, Inc., dba L.I.F.E. Houston, in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 65. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Montrose Grace Place in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 66. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Nissi’s Network Inc. in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 67. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with The Women's Resource of Greater Houston in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 68. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Tony’s Place in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 69. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Trust CHW in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 70. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with United for College and Career Success in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 71. Request by Public Health Services that the County Judge execute a subrecipient agreement with Normal Anomaly Initiative in the amount of $100,000 for the Harris County Public Health Capacity Strengthening Program.
- 72. Request by the County Library for approval to accept from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission grant funds in the amount of $26,390.70, with no required match, for the FY26 Interlibrary Loan Program.
- 73. Request by the Constable of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $5,050.00, with a required match of $3,763.50, for the FY 27 General Traffic Safety Phlebotomy Program.
- 74. Request by the Constable of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $150,004.20, with a required match of $27,976.13, for the FY27 Selective Traffic Enforcement (STEP) Comprehensive Program.
- 75. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $99,738.88, with a required match of $20,588.77, for the FY27 Selective Traffic Enforcement Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Program.
- 76. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $99,738.88, with a required match of $20,588.77, for the FY27 Selective Traffic Enforcement Comprehensive Program.
- 77. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Justice for grant funds in the amount of $3,000,000, with a required match of $1,167,667, for the FY26 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative Grant.
- 78. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Justice for grant funds in the amount of $199,850, with no required match, for the FY26 COPS Microgrants Grant (Mobile Drone First Response Program).
- 79. Request by the County Attorney for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services grant funds in the amount of $3,102,706.69, with a required match of $16,558,320.45, for the FY 2027 Title IV-E Legal Services Program.
- 80. Request by Justice of the Peace 1-2 for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with Results for America to extend the grant end date to December 15, 2026, for the FY26 Results for America Grant.
- 81. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for grant funds in the amount of $15,000,000, with a required match of $15,000,000, for the FY27 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant program.
- 82. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to accept from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant funds in the amount of $2,000,000, with no required match, for the FY25 Texas Parks and Wildlife Grant Award - Doss Park Improvement Project.
- 83. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services/Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) to extend the grant end date to September 29, 2027, for the FY23 Community Project Funding for Precinct 2 ACCESS2HEALTH Modular Pods Project.
- 84. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) grant funds in the amount of $1,200,000, with a required match of $300,000, for the Reconnect Alief Planning Project.
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- 85. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of an agreement with SEARCH Homeless Services funded with $2,301,002.00 in PY2021 HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME ARP) Program Funds for SEARCH HOME-ARP Tenant Based Rental Assistance project.
- 86. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of a sixth amendment to an agreement with The Salvation Army of Greater Houston for Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Preservation funded by $8,009,179.58 in American Rescue Plan Act 2021 (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and Flex Funds, increasing by $400,875.11 in ARPA SLFRF reallocations; and approval to transfer an additional $20,000 in ARPA SLFRF from Public Health Lead Screening to HCD ARPA_CHHP2 Labor Budget.
- 87. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to reject the proposal(s) received to design, provide, and install playground surfaces and equipment at Riley Chambers Park and Highlands Park for Precinct 3 (ARPA), and that the project has been readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (250291), MWBE Contracted Goal: 14.68%.
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- 88. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims.
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- 89. Request for approval of tax refund payments.
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- 90. Request for approval of a renewal option with Pipe View, LLC DBA Pipe View America for culvert and storm sewer pipe cleaning, CCTV inspection services and related items for Precinct 1 for the period of November 18, 2026 - November 17, 2027, at a cost of $1,500,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240201), MWBE Contracted Goal: 9.9%, MWBE Current Participation: 15.87%.
- 91. Request for approval of a renewal option with Victory Supply Holdings, LLC for towels for inmates and related items for the Sheriff's Office for the period of November 1, 2026 - October 31, 2027 at a cost of $118,800 (220299), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 92. Request for approval of a renewal option with Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc.; Associated Testing Laboratories, Inc; Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC; ATSER, L.P.; Aviles Engineering Corporation; DAE & Associates, LTD dba Geotech Engineering and Testing; Geotest Engineering, Inc.; HVJ Associates, Inc.; Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences; Quartet Engineers Corporation; Raba Kistner, Inc.; Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Thompson Engineering, INC; and UES Professional Solutions 44, LLC for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) materials engineering and testing services for the Flood Control District for the period of October 16, 2026 - October 15, 2027, at a cost of $14,000,000 (240366).
- 93. Request for approval of a renewal option with Specialty Construction TX, LLC. for guardrail and bridge railing repairs and related items at various locations for Precinct 1 for the period of November 25, 2026 - November 24, 2027 at a cost of $600,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240261), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 94. Request for approval of a renewal option with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for crushed concrete base material and related items for Precinct 3 for the period of December 19, 2026 - December 18, 2027 at a cost of $142,647 (230386), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 95. Request for approval of a renewal option with Autotainment Partners Limited Partnership DBA Planet Ford Lincoln; and Kacal's Oil & Gas DBA Kacal's Auto & Truck Service for general vehicle maintenance and related items for Harris County for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at a cost of $894,760 (230216), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 96. Request for approval of a renewal option with R & C Distributors, LLC DBA Blender Direct for vehicle lubricants and related items for Harris County for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027 at a cost of $354,462 (220220), MWBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 97. Request for approval of a renewal option with Gulf Coast Complete Marine for repair parts, labor, and related services for marine maintenance for the Sheriff's Office for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027, at a cost of $587,000 (240156), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 98. Request for approval of a renewal option with Netsync Network Solutions for F5 network hardware, software, maintenance, support, training, consulting services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of February 1, 2027 - January 31, 2028 at a cost of $130,411,290 (230194), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 99. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for on-call environmental consulting services for the Flood Control District (260258).
- 100. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for supplemental professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide design services for the development and implementation of various drainage projects for the Office of the County Engineer (260294).
- 101. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for construction of storage sheds at Hockley Service Center for Precinct 4 (260283).
- 102. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for additional supplemental professional land surveying services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (260295).
- 103. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for additional supplemental professional geotechnical engineering services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (260296).
- 104. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for additional supplemental professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide construction materials engineering and testing services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (260297).
- 105. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for supplemental professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide design services for the development and implementation of various roadway & mobility infrastructure projects for the Office of the County Engineer (260293).
- 107. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with GovEase Auction, LLC for online auction services for the sale of tax-delinquent and execution real property for Harris County for the period of September 22, 2026 - September 21, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240185).
- 111. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Aramark Management Services, LP for turn-key maintenance, repair and replacement services and related items for jail facilities for the Sheriff’s Office for the period of September 22, 2026 - September 21, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options and the county may discontinue negotiations and/or further negotiate with other vendors if unable to agree to an executable contract (250348), MWBE Contracted Goal: 7.74%.
- 112. Request for approval of an award on the basis of highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute agreements with CDR Maguire, Inc.; Thompson Engineering; and Tetra Tech, Inc. for debris monitoring services for Harris County (250170), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10.8%.
- 113. Request for approval of a Choice Partners, a division of Harris County Department of Education Cooperative Program award on the basis of low quote to CFI Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $243,955 for replacement of two (2) Carrier Air Handling Units (AHU) at Annex 44 Anderson-Clayton Building for the Office of the County Engineer, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 114. Request for approval to rescind an award from IMPROVLearning, Inc. in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on July 9, 2026 and approve a new award to Brighter Future, Inc. in the amount of $97,000 for defensive driving training classes for the Office of Management and Budget (260043), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 115. Request for approval to rescind an award from Reeder Distributors, Inc. in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on May 14, 2026 and approve a new award to Liftnow Automotive Equipment Corp. in the amount of $268,333 for hydraulic lift replacement, maintenance and related items for Precinct 2 for the period of September 22, 2026 - September 21, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250188), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 116. Request for approval to rescind an award from Precise Services, Inc. in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on August 6, 2026 and approve a new award to V&S Construction Company in the amount of $15,751,020 for drainage improvements in the Bear Creek Village Subdivision - Stage B (2018) for Precinct 4, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (260097), MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.62%.
- 117. Request for approval of a ratification and that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with Texas State Library and Archives Commission in the amount of $36,573 for TexShare Database Program participation agreement for library digital resources & database access for the Public Library through August 31, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 118. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with ULTRAVIOLET FORENSICS, PLLC in the amount of $370,000 for medical examiner services for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 119. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with NPower INC DBA Tech-TSC, INC in the additional amount of $901,000 for additional services illustrated in the updated budget in the Best and Final Offer (Exhibit B), update the Statement of Work (Exhibit G) and update the funding source to County general funds beginning October 1, 2026, as permitted under Local Gov't. Code § 381.004 for Training for Apprenticeship Workforce Program for Harris County for the period of February 2, 2025 - February 1, 2027 (220111), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 120. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with American Fed of Labor & Congress of Ind TX Gulf Coast Feder in the additional amount of $2,820,000 for additional services illustrated in the updated budget in the Best and Final Offer (Exhibit B), update the Statement of Work (Exhibit G) and update the funding source to County general funds beginning October 1, 2026, as permitted under Local Gov't. Code § 381.004 for training for apprenticeship workforce program for Harris County for the period of February 21, 2025 - December 31, 2026 (220111), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 121. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Houston Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. dba Dispute Resolution Center in the additional amount of $353,100 for additional services and add four (4) one-year renewal options for alternative dispute resolution services for the Administrative Office of the District Courts for the extended period of September 28, 2026 - March 28, 2027 (210027), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 122. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Integrity Elevator Solutions (Regions 5-8, Jail and IFS) in the additional amount of $1,200,000 for additional modernization services for maintenance, repair, and modernization services of vertical transportation equipment for Harris County for the period of February 12, 2026 - February 11, 2027, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250044), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 123. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with Aetna Life Insurance Company to incorporate 2027 Prescription Renewal Plans and addendums for group medical (including Prescription Drug Program and Stop Loss Coverage, Employee Assistance Program and Flexible Spending Accounts) for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (230107), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10%.
- 124. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with Gartner, Inc. for cybersecurity assessment of elections systems and processes for Universal Services-Technology for the extended period of October 10, 2026 - April 10, 2027, with no increase in the total contract amount, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 125. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program agreement with SHI Government Solutions, Inc in the additional amount of $26,093 to modify the services of the renewal term for KnowBe4 security awareness training and compliance plus software subscription(s) for the period of July 7, 2026 - July 6, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 126. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a sole source exemption agreement with Cloud Software Group, LLC in the additional amount of $21,210 for additional services for subscription licenses and support for iBi WebFOCUS software products for Harris County for the period of August 31, 2026 - August 30, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 127. Request for approval to correct the vendor name from SKG Texas, Inc. (as approved) to SKG TX, LP (amended) for comprehensive furnishing solutions (for offices, labs, and institutions) for Harris County, in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on May 28, 2026 (250152), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 128. Request for approval to extend a contract with Computacenter United States Inc. for storage network area and object storage solution(s), appliances and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of October 20, 2026 - October 20, 2027, with no increase in pricing (210165), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 129. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with Victory Supply, LLC (assignor) to Victory Supply Holdings, LLC (assignee) for towels for inmates and related items for the Sheriff's Office for the period of November 1, 2026 - October 31, 2027, effective February 12, 2026 (220299), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 130. Request for approval of an order permitting the assignment of a contract with Cloud Software Group, Inc. (assignor) to Cloud Software Group, LLC (assignee) for subscription licenses and support for iBi WebFOCUS software products for Harris County for the period of August 31, 2026 - August 30, 2027, in connection with a sole source exemption, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 131. Request for approval of utilization of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program contract with General Motors LLC in the estimated amount of $4,200,000 for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) repair, replacement, maintenance parts, supplies and services provided through GM Fleet Consolidated Billing Program (Trevipay) through September 22, 2026 - November 14, 2028 with seven (7) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt- Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 132. Request for approval to transfer items, advertisement, sale, disposal of items of no value and release of titles and/or documentation for the period of September 2, 2026 through September 9, 2026.
- 160 Commissioner, Precinct 2
- 133. Request for approval of food and drink sales for the Adopt a Beach Clean Up with the City of La Porte on September 19, 2026, at Sylvan Beach Park.
- 162 Commissioner, Precinct 3
- 134. Request that the County Judge execute a Mutual Termination Agreement between Harris County and Spring Area Youth Softball which has been prepared and approved by the Harris County Attorney.
- 164 Commissioner, Precinct 4
- 135. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between the University of Oklahoma and Harris County for a social work internship program that provides supervised field experience throughout Precinct 4 at no cost to the County.
- 136. Request for approval of the Adopt a County Road renewal agreement with Horrocks, LLC, for cleanup along the roadside of Calvert Road beginning at FM 2920 and ending at Alice Road for approximately one mile with an agreement term beginning August 1, 2026, and ending on July 31, 2028.
- 137. Request for approval of the usage of Precinct 4 charter buses for the purpose of transporting early childhood educators to the Houston Arboretum to participate in the Outdoor Learning Environment Early Childhood Education (ECE) Network Pathfinders meeting, sponsored by the Texas Children in Nature Network.
- 138. Request for approval to pay Astralace (DBA Ashley Lacy), via check in the amount of $500.00 for a 50-minute live performance for Harris County Precinct 4’s upcoming Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
- 139. Request for approval to pay Monty the Magician, via check in the amount of $885.00, for a 4-hour foam party for Harris County Precinct 4’s upcoming Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
- 170 Transmittals
- 140. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Dominion Construction & Supply, LLC, in connection with Solar Lighting - Castlewood Subdivision - Various Streets - Precinct 2 - 2023, UPIN 23102MF2Y701, Precinct 2.
- 141. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a preliminary engineering report by Woolpert dated February 2026, and titled Halls Bayou, Hardy West Stormwater Detention Basin and Channel Improvements (Halls Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-41, Project ID P518-15-00-E001, Precinct 2).
- 142. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of the executed amendment to the agreement with the Texas General Land Office to approve revised project details for two projects in the CDBG-DR Program (24-033-000-E072).
- 143. Transmittal by Housing and Community Development of an executed amendment to the agreement with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to extend the end date to February 28, 2027, for the FY 2017 CDBG-DR Hurricane Harvey Round One Funding Program.
- 144. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the August 25, 2026 business court meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 145. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for property boundary vegetation removal, pruning and related items for the Flood Control District (260300).
- 146. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and controls upgrades at the Barrett Station Community Center for Precinct 3 (260287).
- 147. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for remodeling of the Michael Talbott Service Center (Maintenance Construction Group) Building for the Flood Control District (260280).
- 148. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for construction of sidewalks and storm sewers along Barbara Mae Street (2023) for Precinct 2 (260291).
- 149. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for maintenance of wetland habitat and other sensitive areas for the Flood Control District (260303).
- 150. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements with Melton & Melton, LLP in the amount of $82,000 for audit services for the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the period of August 5, 2026 - July 31, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options.
- 185 Executive Session
- 186 The Commissioners Court may go into executive session, if necessary, pursuant to chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, for one or more of the following reasons: (1) consultation with the County Attorney to seek or receive legal advice or consultation regarding pending or contemplated litigation; (2) discussion about the value or transfer of real property; (3) discussion about a prospective gift or donation; (4) consideration of specific personnel matters; (5) discussion about security personnel or devices; or (6) discussion of certain economic development matters. The Commissioners Court may announce that it will go into executive session on any item listed on this agenda if the subject matter is permitted for a closed session by provisions of chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
- 187 Resolutions
- 151. Request by the County Judge and the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a joint resolution designating September 15, 2026 to October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Harris County, Texas.
- 152. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution to designate October 6, 2026 as National Night Out in Harris County, Texas.
- 153. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution to designate October 2026 as Flu Season Awareness Month in Harris County, Texas.
- 154. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution to designate October 2026 as Pet Wellness Month in Harris County, Texas.
- 155. Request by the County Judge for approval of three resolutions recognizing the contributions of Hispanic Heritage Month honorees to the LGBTQIA+ community in Harris County, Texas.
- 156. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution recognizing September 19, 2026, as Aortic Dissection Awareness Day in Harris County and raising awareness of the warning signs and importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.
- 157. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Gabriela Magaña in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
- 158. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Richard Reyes, “Pancho Claus,” in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
- 159. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Puppy Mill Awareness Day.
- 160. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Houston Contractors Association.
- 161. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating the dedication of the Barbara Bush Library Friends and Barbara Bush Branch Library’s fifty years of service.
- 162. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 and Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing October 2026 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- 163. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 and Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing the Chinese Community Center on the occasion of its annual gala on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- 164. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring Dr. Peter WT Pisters on his retirement as president of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- 165. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution celebrating Precinct 4 employee Steven Lightsey on his retirement.
- 203 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 204 Notice is hereby given that, prior to the adjournment of the meeting of Commissioners Court, the Court may consider and take action on supplemental agenda items and/or emergency or urgent public necessity agenda items. Supplemental items may be published up to 3 business days before the date of a meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court. Emergency or urgent public necessity items may be published up to one (1) hour before a meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 207 Adjournment.
- 208 September 16, 2026 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING
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