Commissioners Court

1001 Preston, 1st Floor

Agenda — 540 items

1. 1 Public Notice
2. 2 January 23, 2026 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING 26-0598
3. 3 Opening Prayer
4. 4 Pastor Robert I. Dixon, II of Next Generation Church in Houston introduced by the Commissioner of Precinct 2.
5. 5 Pledges of Allegiance
6. 6 I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
7. 7 Appearances before court
8. 8 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@hctx.net.
9. 9 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.
10. 9 Commissioner Ellis was not present for the votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99. At 1:21 P.M. Commissioner Ellis directed the County Clerk’s Office to record him voting Aye on all of the items where it will not change the vote. Therefore, all votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99 will reflect Commissioner Ellis voting Aye.
11. 10 County Administration
12. 1. Request for discussion and possible action on strategic hiring exemptions for Position Control Numbers (PCNs) in non-exempt departments. 26-0531 approved Pass
13. 12 Management and Budget
14. 12 Judge Hidalgo was not present for the votes taken on Items 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, and 336. At 3:02 P.M. Judge Hidalgo directed the County Clerk’s Office to record her voting Aye on all of the items where it will not change the vote. Therefore, all votes taken on Items 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, and 336 will reflect Judge Hidalgo voting Aye.
15. 2. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY26 1st Quarterly budget projections. 26-0638 approved Pass
16. 3. Request for discussion regarding the countywide policy for the new law enforcement salary scale policy. 26-0498 no action
17. 4. Request for discussion and possible approval of the Mobility Fund Chargeback Policy. 26-0778 approved Pass
18. 15 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a regular session at 9:04 A.M. Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
19. 5. Request for discussion of a draft countywide fee update policy that would ensure fees charged by the county are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. 26-0661 no action
20. 6. Request for discussion and feedback on the Standard Operating Procedure for Current Level of Service projections and Budget Proposals. 26-0757 no action
21. 7. Request for approval to pay the IRS an arbitrage rebate payment in the amount of $6,871.57 on the Toll Road First Lien Revenue Commercial Paper Notes, Series K-2, and to send payment on the due date of February 2, 2026. 26-0501 approved Pass
22. 8. Request for approval of the Harris County Investment Policy that has been prepared in accordance with the Public Funds Investment Act. 26-0722 approved Pass
23. 19 Commissioner Garcia arrived in-person at 9:07 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
24. 9. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Pollution Control for the Pollution Control Services (PCS) Monitoring and Equipment project in the additional amount of $225,000 for a total CP funding of $5,120,000. 26-0731 approved Pass
25. 10. Request for approval to pay commercial paper interest in the amount of $2,195.48. 26-0734 approved Pass
26. 11. Request for approval of orders authorizing acceptance of payments in connection with settlement of damages to county equipment and property in the total amount of $58,037 and two workers’ compensation recoveries in the total amount of $8,182; tort claim and other settlement recommendations in the amount of $53,017; denial of 26 claims; claims for damages received; and that the County Judge execute two releases in exchange for payment to the county in the amount of $34,627 in connection with property damage claims. 26-0524 approved Pass
27. 22 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 10:16 A.M. and returned at 10:18 A.M. She did not miss any vote.
28. 12. Request for approval of updated public official bonds for certain Harris County elected officials. 26-0672 approved Pass
29. 13. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments. 26-0453 approved Pass
30. 25 Human Resources and Talent
31. 25 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 10:25 A.M. and returned at 10:28 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
32. 14. Request to present an update on the Compensation and Pay Equity Project and to address Commissioners’ motions from the December 11, 2025 Commissioners Court. 26-0685 no action
33. 27 County Engineer
34. 15. Request for approval to renew the lease of 1,080 existing parking spaces and to add 253 additional parking spaces with Raffle Parking Company, LLC, for a total of 1,333 parking spaces for County employee parking at the Greenstreet Garage, located at 1320 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas 77002, for the period of January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026, at an approximate total cost of $1,990,530.00. 26-0542 approved Pass
35. 28 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
36. 16. Request for approval of a Change Investment Memo for the Downtown Complex Tunnel System Repair and Mitigation projects, for an incremental amount of $1,500,000.00 for a total of $5,467,400 and a request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $1,500,000.00 for a total allocation of $5,470,000. 26-0536 approved Pass
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38. 17. Request for approval of a Preliminary Investment Memo for the Thomas Street Facility - Phase 2 project, for an incremental authorization of $5,000,000 for a total authorization of $5,300,000. 26-0537 approved Pass
39. 18. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Roofing Systems Repair and Replacement Countywide projects for an incremental authorization of $4,588,152 for a total FY2026 authorization of $4,983,152, and a request for Commercial Paper funding for an additional amount of $2,840,000. 26-0538 approved Pass
40. 19. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Elevator Repair and Renovations Countywide projects for an incremental authorization of $11,020,252 for a total FY2026 authorization of $11,850,300, and a request for Commercial Paper funding for an additional amount of $3,355,000. 26-0539 approved Pass
41. 32 ARPA
42. 20. Request for approval for County of Harris, a body corporate and politic of the State of Texas to convey real estate to Bayer Investments LLC, for tract 6, a 3.7374-acre tract of land for the Precinct 3 Non-Project Related Tasks project and that the County Judge execute the Deed Without Warranty as settlement for litigation pending under Cause Number 2024-19591 in the 334th District Court of Harris County, Texas, UPIN 23103MF2Q801, Precinct 3. 26-0540 approved Pass
43. 21. Request for approval for the sale by County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas, of a 0.0320 acre easement conveyance to the City of Houston, a municipal corporation situated in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery Counties, Texas, from the Precinct 2 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract 36-Inch Water Line Along Medical Center Boulevard, Channel A111-00-00 and Bay Area Boulevard Project AY23-132 - Sale, for the appraised value of $4,705.00, and that the County Judge execute the easement conveyance, UPIN 24102MF2ZM01, Precinct 2. 26-0557 approved Pass
44. 34 Purchasing
45. 22. Request for approval for the sale by County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas, of a 0.0108 acre easement conveyance to the City of Houston, a municipal corporation situated in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery Counties, Texas, from the Precinct 2 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract 36-Inch Water Line Along Medical Center Boulevard, Channel A111-00-00 and Bay Area Boulevard Project AY23-133 - Sale, for the appraised value of $1,524.00, and that the County Judge execute the easement conveyance, UPIN 24102MF2ZM01, Precinct 2. 26-0558 approved Pass
46. 219. Request for approval of a public health or safety exemption from the competitive bid requirements with Morris & Dickson Co., LLC in the amount of $350,000 for 340B Pharmaceuticals for Public Health Services for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027. 26-0487
47. 23. Request for approval for the sale by County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas, of a 0.0967 acre perpetual water line easement to the City of Houston, a municipal corporation situated in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery Counties, Texas, from the Precinct 2 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract 36-Inch Water Line Along Medical Center Boulevard, Channel A111-00-00 and Bay Area Boulevard Project KY23-191 - Sale, for the appraised value of $28,445.00, and that the County Judge execute the perpetual water line easement agreement, UPIN 24102MF2ZM01, Precinct 2. 26-0559 approved Pass
48. 36 Resolutions
49. 24. Request for approval for the sale by County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas, of a 0.0180 acre perpetual water line easement to the City of Houston, a municipal corporation situated in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery Counties, Texas, from the Precinct 2 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract 36-Inch Water Line Along Medical Center Boulevard, Channel A111-00-00 and Bay Area Boulevard Project KY23-192 - Sale, for the appraised value of $5,109.00, and that the County Judge execute the perpetual water line easement agreement, UPIN 24102MF2ZM01, Precinct 2. 26-0564 approved Pass
50. 25. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.13-acre perpetual hydrogen pipeline easement, to Linde, Inc., a Delaware corporation from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract A104-07-00-05-604.0, for the appraised value of $3,681.00, and that the County Judge execute the perpetual hydrogen pipeline easement agreement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 2. 26-0567 approved Pass
51. 38 County Administration
52. 26. Request for approval of a change in contract with McCory Engineering, in connection with the construction of Trail - Pinckney Trail - (TIRZ 21) 2021, adding 120 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $20,000.00, Job No. 24/0215-3, UPIN 22102MF2D501, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%. 26-0568 approved Pass
53. 1. Request for discussion and possible action on strategic hiring exemptions for Position Control Numbers (PCNs) in non-exempt departments. 26-0531
54. 27. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with final construction of On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Crosby Camp Area, Precinct 3 - 2023, adding 30 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $11,925.60, Job No. 23/0313-1, UPIN 23103MF2YB01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 10%, MWBE Current Participation: 9.22%. 26-0577 approved Pass
55. 40 Management and Budget
56. 28. Request for approval of a change in contract with GLM Contracting, Inc., in connection with On-Call - Maintenance - Concrete Repairs Hockley & Katy Zones, Precinct 4 - 2022, with no change in the amount, Job No. 22/0146-1, UPIN 23104MF2KB01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWBE Current Participation: 35.85%. 26-0579 approved Pass
57. 29. Request for approval of a change in contract with G.A.M Construction Inc., in connection with the Office Building Renovations for Harris County Public Defender’s Office located at 1310 Prairie - 2023, adding 53 calendar days, UPIN 24035MF36V01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.04%. 26-0645 approved Pass
58. 30. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 12606 ½ Sheldon Community Drive, Houston, TX, 77044 (Intersection of Sheldon Community Drive and C E King Parkway) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, ePermits Project Number: 2408260094, Precinct 1. 26-0584 approved Pass
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60. 31. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 26955 ½ Stockdick School Road, Katy, Texas, 77493 (Intersection of Stockdick School Road and Pitts Road) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, ePermits Project Number: 2508130179, Precinct 4. 26-0585 approved Pass
61. 32. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 16105 ½ Timber Forest Drive, Humble, TX, 77346 (Intersection of Timber Forest Drive and Greens Road) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, UPIN 25035MF3SX01, Precinct 3. 26-0586 approved Pass
62. 33. Request for approval of a study report prepared by Vogler & Spencer Engineering, Inc. in connection with Cutten Rd - from south of Bavaria Dr to Cossey Rd - 2019, UPIN 20104MF1C801, Precinct 3. 26-0587 approved Pass
63. 34. Request for approval of plat Archpoint Ventures On Garth Minor Plat. Consultant, ADVANCE SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 3. 26-0589 approved Pass
64. 35. Request for approval of plat Elyson Sec 67 with a financial surety in the amount of $5,440.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4. 26-0590 approved Pass
65. 36. Request for approval of plat Highland Farms Partial Replat No 1. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON, Precinct 2. 26-0591 approved Pass
66. 37. Request for approval of plat HL Westpark Business Center. Consultant, NOMA ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION, Precinct 4. 26-0592 approved Pass
67. 38. Request for approval of plat Katy Lakes Sec 6 with a financial surety in the amount of $24,535.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 26-0594 approved Pass
68. 39. Request for approval of plat Kingsland Homes. Consultant, RSG ENGINEERING, Precinct 4. 26-0595 approved Pass
69. 40. Request for approval of plat Legacy Park On Hafer Road Sec 1 with a financial surety in the amount of $3,190.00. Consultant, DHI ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 1. 26-0596 approved Pass
70. 41. Request for approval of plat Legacy Park On Hafer Road Sec 2 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,440.00. Consultant, DHI ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 1. 26-0597 approved Pass
71. 42. Request for approval of plat Lively Acres. Consultant, E.I.C. SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 3. 26-0599 approved Pass
72. 43. Request for approval of plat Northwest Harris County Mud No 5 Water Plant No 1. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3. 26-0600 approved Pass
73. 44. Request for approval of plat Northwest Harris County Mud No 5 Water Plant No 3. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3. 26-0601 approved Pass
74. 45. Request for approval of plat Refuge Temple Ministries Sec 1. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 1. 26-0602 approved Pass
75. 46. Request for approval of plat Reserve At Park Row. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4. 26-0603 approved Pass
76. 47. Request for approval of plat Spring Stuebner Sustainable Park. Consultant, CAS CONSULTANTS, LLC, Precinct 3. 26-0604 approved Pass
77. 48. Request for approval of plat Stokesbury Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $3,430.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 26-0605 approved Pass
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79. 49. Request for approval of plat Timber Forest Sec 3 Partial Replat No 1. Consultant, META PLANNING + DESIGN LLC, Precinct 3. 26-0606 approved Pass
80. 50. Request for approval of plat Woodland Hills Center. Consultant, HOVIS SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 3. 26-0607 approved Pass
81. 51. Request for approval to execute an agreement with HTS, Inc. Consultants in the amount of $97,589.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for Asphalt Rehabilitation - Memorial Drive between San Felipe and West of Chimney Rock - 2024, UPIN 25103MF3MT01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%. 26-0580 approved Pass
82. 52. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc., in the amount of $56,851.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Service for Sidewalk - Cypress Station Area - 2023, UPIN 24101MF35S01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%. 26-0608 approved Pass
83. 53. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $188,787.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Service for Roadway - South Sheldon at Market Street Intersection and Related Drainage Improvements, UPIN 22102MF24Y01, Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0609 approved Pass
84. 54. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $470,200.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Service for Hufsmith-Kohrville Rd 3, UPIN 15104M23NP03, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0610 approved Pass
85. 55. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC, in the amount of $63,490.00 for Professional Engineering and related Services in connection with Construction Phase Services of Roadway Maintenance - Asphalt Package - 3 - 2025, UPIN 25103MF3MX01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0611 approved Pass
86. 56. Request for approval to execute a Utility Construction Services Agreement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, in the amount of $73,827.35 to relocate the utility poles that are in conflict in connection with Barwood Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, Job No. 25/0227, UPIN 19103MF12H01, Precinct 3. 26-0648 approved Pass
87. 57. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District #5 for Horizon at Cypress, Precinct 3. 26-0623 approved Pass
88. 58. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #493 for Bridgeland Prairieland Village Sec 88, Precinct 4. 26-0625 approved Pass
89. 59. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #493 for Bridgeland Prairieland Village Sec 89, Precinct 4. 26-0626 approved Pass
90. 60. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #493 for Bridgeland Prairieland Village Sec 92, Precinct 4. 26-0627 approved Pass
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92. 61. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #493 for Bridgeland Prairieland Village Sec 93, Precinct 4. 26-0628 approved Pass
93. 62. Request for approval of a certain project, decreeing the project to be a public necessity and convenience, and directing the Harris County Real Property Division to acquire, one (1) road easement, revised six (6) fee simple and four (4) temporary drainage easement tracts for the public project known as Telge Rd Segment 5 - from 1,780-ft North of Telge Ranch Rd to 300-ft North of Grant Rd - 2014, for the purpose of roadway construction, UPIN 23103MF2QF01, Precinct 3. 26-0582 approved Pass
94. 63. Request for approval of a certain project, decreeing the project to be a public necessity and convenience, and directing the Harris County Real Property Division to acquire, four (4) fee simple and six (6) temporary construction easement tracts for the public project known as Japhet Creek Phase 2 Park and Bridge - 2025, for the purpose of trail & bridge, UPIN 25101MF3RG01, Precinct 1. 26-0632 approved Pass
95. 64. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for M/I Homes of Houston, LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company & JDS Fm 2920, LLC, A Texas Limited Liability Company in the amount of $2,905.00 for Sorella Sec 2, Precinct 4. 26-0659 approved Pass
96. 78 Flood Control District
97. 65. Request for approval for the Flood Control District to dedicate a 0.0077 acre easement, tract D111-00-00-02-602.0, to the City of West University Place, to assign a 3.900 acre easement, tract D111-00-00-02-603.0, to the City of Southside Place, and to assign a 3.900 acre easement, tract D111-00-00-02-604.0 to the City of West University Place, for the public project known as Poor Ditch Conveyance Improvements, for the purpose of channel improvements, and that the County Judge execute the easements (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-12, Project ID D111-00-00-C002, Precinct 1). 26-0138 approved Pass
98. 66. Request for approval to decree that the Harris County Flood Control District project serves a public purpose and public necessity, which requires that the Harris County Real Property Division be directed to acquire one fee simple tract for the public project known as FY2020 Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, for the purpose of buyout to prevent future flood damage (Project ID Z100-00-00-H067, Countywide). 26-0562 approved Pass
99. 67. Request for approval to decree that the Harris County Flood Control District project serves a public purpose and public necessity, which requires that the Harris County Real Property Division be directed to acquire one fee simple tract for the public project known as Countywide General Acquisition, for the purpose of floodplain preservation (Project ID Z100-00-00-R008, Bond ID Z-01, Countywide). 26-0761 approved Pass
100. 68. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston, in the amount of $20,000,000, for construction of a subsurface detention basin located in a Spring Branch ISD sports facility (Memorial Middle School site) and the associated storm sewer conveyance system (Buffalo Bayou Watershed, Bond ID CI-017, Agreement No. 2025-04, Precinct 3). 26-0560 approved Pass
101. 69. Request for approval of an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the City of Deer Park, in the amount of $1,643,507, for a partnership project for drainage improvements to the College Park Subdivision (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID B112-03-01-E001, Agreement No. 2022-50, Precinct 2). 26-0121 approved Pass
102. 70. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with MBCO Engineering, LLC, in the amount of $67,726, to provide additional design, bidding, and construction phase engineering services in support of the College Park Subdivision drainage improvements project (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID B112-03-01-E001, Agreement No. 2022-129, Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature). 26-0122 approved Pass
103. 71. Request for approval of amendment No. 1 to an agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., in the amount of $500,000, to provide engineering services to update the detailed master plan, provide program management and provide staff augmentation in support of the Little Cypress Creek Sub-Regional Frontier Program (Little Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID F-26, Project ID L100-00-00-E003, Agreement No. 2023-29, Precincts 3 and 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWBE Current Participation: 20%). 26-0624 approved Pass
104. 72. Request for approval of amendment No. 2 to an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston to provide for the City of Houston’s remaining share of design and construction costs of the trail upstream of US Highway 59 to South Dairy Ashford Road on Project D118-00-00-X009 (Brays Bayou Watershed, Agreement No. 2016-43, Precinct 4). 26-0561 approved Pass
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106. 87 Toll Road Authority
107. 73. Request for approval to advertise for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for professional architectural and engineering services for design of the Washburn Tunnel Safety Enhancements - Tile Replacement project (Precinct 2; MWBE Contract Goal: 19.6%). 26-0666 approved Pass
108. 74. Request for approval to advertise for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for professional architectural and engineering services for design of the Washburn Tunnel Safety Enhancements - Motor Control Center (MCC) Replacement project (Precinct 2; MWBE Contract Goal: 19.6%). 26-0667 approved Pass
109. 75. Request for approval of an amendment with MC2 Civil LLC for improvements to the Fort Bend Parkway (Sam Houston Tollway Segment 7) as part of the Barrier-Free Program in the amount of $2,856,775.00 (Precinct 1; MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.59%). 26-0668 approved Pass
110. 91 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
111. 76. Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Harris County and the Sports Authority Foundation to support the FREEKICKS Soccer Program, including repair, renovation, or construction of soccer fields in county parks in connection with the FIFA World Cup 2026™. 26-0631 approved Pass
112. 77. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda. 26-0633 approved Pass
113. 94 Economic Equity and Opportunity
114. 78. Request for approval to use the department’s Procurement Card (P-Card), reimburse expenses, or use other County-approved payment types for expenses incurred for various meals, food, and beverage expenditures in an additional amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for the period of October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. 26-0730 approved Pass
115. 96 Universal Services
116. 79. Request for approval of changes to attributes of certain vehicle control numbers for various departments. 26-0753 approved Pass
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118. 98 Public Health Services
119. 80. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 43 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) program. 26-0649 approved Pass
120. 81. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 20 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) program. 26-0650 approved Pass
121. 82. Request for approval of the first amendment to an interlocal agreement with The Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health to update the scope of work and amend the renewal terms for the Public Health Diabetes Prevention Program. 26-0651 approved Pass
122. 83. Request for approval to host the 2026 Maternal and Child Health Community Expo on April 18, 2026 in an amount not-to-exceed $49,500. 26-0652 approved Pass
123. 103 Pollution Control Services
124. 84. Request for approval to renew one reserved and one unreserved parking spaces from Lanier Parking Meter Services, LLC at 1019 Congress Street Garage for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 in the amount of $1,920, and for approval to pay unpaid dues for the same leases for the period of September 2025 - January 2026. 26-0723 approved Pass
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126. 105 Housing and Community Development
127. 85. Request for approval of an agreement with the City of Seabrook for $250,000 in Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding for Planning Studies. 26-0728 approved Pass
128. 86. Request for approval of a termination agreement with Harris County Commissioner Precinct 3 for Barrett Youth Enrichment Summer Camp 2026 funded with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funds. 26-0376 approved Pass
129. 108 Veterans Services
130. 87. Request for approval of a contract renewal with Carahsoft Salesforce, for a maximum of 12 months standard service, and professional data migration services to transfer VSD’s case management and client records to the enterprise 311 system, which is supported by Universal Services, and upon successful data migration of VSD’s client files, VSD will decommission the use of Salesforce and utilize the countywide enterprise 311 system as their primary case management system. 26-0530 approved Pass
131. 110 Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
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133. 88. Request for approval to renew an Interlocal Agreement with Houston Independent School District - Westbury High School for the period of July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 for one Youth Services Specialist, and for Houston Independent School District Westbury High School to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $44,654 per Youth Service Specialist. 26-0762 approved Pass
134. 113 Constables
135. 89. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies with oaths of office. 26-0642 approved Pass
136. 90. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of an agreement for law enforcement services with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 495 for three deputy positions effective February 7, 2026. 26-0451 approved Pass
137. 91. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to accept the agreement for overtime reimbursement with Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) for overtime reimbursement. 26-0758 approved Pass
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139. 92. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of overtime funding in the amount of $44,310.00 from the United States Marshals Service via the existing memorandum of understanding for personnel assigned to the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders and Fugitive Task Force. 26-0759 approved Pass
140. 93. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of an amendment to a law enforcement agreement with Walnut Bend Home Association, Inc. to end one deputy position effective November 1, 2025. 26-0760 approved Pass
141. 94. Request by the Constable of Precinct 6 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies with oaths of office. 26-0635 approved Pass
142. 95. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of changes to the lists of Reserve Deputies with Oaths of Office and Statements of Elected/Appointed Officer. 26-0643 approved Pass
143. 96. Request by the Constable of Precinct 8 for approval of changes to the list of regular and reserve deputies with oaths and/or bonds. 26-0475 approved Pass
144. 122 Sheriff
145. 97. Request for approval of an agreement with Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Inc. (HLSR) to use MOD K9 Teams and two HCSO SkyWatch Towers as security measures during the 2026 HLSR season with overtime reimbursed by HLSR. 26-0506 approved Pass
146. 98. Request for approval to use general funds in the total amount of $829.99 to reimburse a former inmate regarding a missing item from his property upon release. 26-0550 approved Pass
147. 99. Request for approval of 33 positions effective February 7, 2026; 17 positions effective February 21, 2026; 17 positions effective March 21, 2026; 17 positions effective April 18, 2026; 31 positions effective May 30, 2026; and 16 positions effective June 27, 2026, for the Detention Operations Command. 26-0459 approved Pass
148. 127 Fire Marshal
149. 100. Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Flock Group, Inc., d/b/a Flock Safety for access to Flock’s technology platform and FlockOS. 26-0656 approved Pass
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151. 129 County Attorney
152. 101. Request for approval of an order authorizing legal action and litigation expenses in connection with various cases including those in various County and District Courts and U.S. District Court. 26-0732 approved Pass
153. 131 Pretrial Services
154. 102. Request for approval of costs in the amount of $4,000 associated with career fairs in Texas to recruit staff. 26-0500 approved Pass
155. 133 County Courts
156. 103. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement (ILA) renewal with the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in an amount not to exceed $1,785,981 for screening services mandated under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 16.22 to inmates housed in the detention facilities operated by the Sheriff’s Office and defendants on bond. 26-0555 approved Pass
157. 135 Travel & Training
158. 104. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests. 26-0091 approved Pass
159. 137 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. FCD 2 National Waterways Conference 4/19-23/2026 Washington, DC $7,580 FCD Legislative Summit 2. FCD 1 Executive assistant ignite precision 4/21-25/2026 Boston, MA $6,815 FCD training 3. PHS 2 National Forum for Black Public 3/7-12/2026 Philadelphia, PA $8,467 Other Administrators 4. PHS 3 HIMSS Global Health Conference & 3/8-12/2026 Las Vegas, NV $13,290 Grant Exhibition Conference 5. PHS 1 ASTHO Leading Change Conference 3/23-26/2026 Washington, DC $3,560 Grant 6. PHS 2 NACCHO Preparedness Summit 4/12-17/2026 Baltimore, MD $4,770 Grant ($67,695 appvd. 12/11/2025 for 17 attnds. -add attnds. & exp.) 7. PHS 1 International Assn. of Animal Behavior 4/23-26/2026 Burlington, VT $2,554 Grant Consultants training 8. PHS 13 EPIC XGM expert group meetings 4/25-30/2026 Verona, WI $49,465 Grant 9. PHS 2 USCRI North American Refugee Health 6/25-28/2026 San Diego, CA $8,740 Other Conference 10. HCD 1 Government Social Media Conference 5/4-7/2026 New Orleans, LA $2,999 Grant 11. AGL 1 National Urban Extension Conference 5/10-15/2026 Detroit, MI $4,250 General 12. HCRCA 1 Association for Talent Development 5/13-17/2026 Los Angeles, CA $6,535 General Master Trainer Program 13. HCRCA 1 Association for Talent Development 6/2-6/2026 Atlanta, GA $4,755 General Instructional Design Cert. 14. CAC 1 Child Abuse International Symposium 3/15-19/2026 Huntsville, AL $2,719 Other 15. C4 2 Candidate canines testing 2/17-19/2026 Ventura, CA $680 Other 16. C7 1 FBI LEEDA media & public relations 4/5-11/2026 Irvine, CA $3,775 General training
160. 138 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 17. SHERIFF - Visualize Intelligence across Networks 10/6-9/2025 Yaphank, NY $1,341 Other training seminar ($2,544 appvd. 10/16/25 for 2 attnds. -add exp. & funding source) 18. SHERIFF 4 Surveillance detection for bombing 3/8-14/2026 Anniston, AL $9,118 Other prevention training 19. SO-DET 2 Outsource facility inspection* 12/22-23/2025 Natchitoches, LA $620 Other 20. SO-DET 3 National Conference on Correctional 4/17-22/2026 New Orleans, LA $7,505 Other Health Care 21. PBCT5 2 Continuing legal education classes 2/18-21/2026 New Orleans, LA $2,500 Other ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 46 Out of Texas average cost per attendee: $3,305 $152,038
161. 105. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests. 26-0092 approved Pass
162. 140 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. FCD 4 Texas Water Association Convention 3/11-13/2026 Fort Worth, TX $8,620 FCD 2. PHS 5 Texas Emergency Management Conference* 5/26-29/2026 Fort Worth, TX $11,150 Grant
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164. 141 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 34. PBCT1 1 Court Assistants Training Conference 2/3-5/2026 San Marcos, TX $210 Other 35. PBCT1 1 Texas Association of Counties Probate 5/5-8/2026 Lubbock, TX $660 Other Academy 36. PCT1 1 Project related field coordination Multiple Various $1,528 Other 37. PCT3 1 Women's Leadership Summit* 6/4-7/2026 San Antonio, TX $1,200 General ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 95 In Texas average cost per attendee: $1,273 $120,977 ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Total 141 Average cost per attendee: $1,936 $273,015 *Travel by county vehicle FY 2026 = 10/1/25-9/30/26
165. 142 Grants
166. 106. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $229,205, with no required match, for the FY27 Specialty DWI Sober Courts Program. 26-0569 approved Pass
167. 107. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $109,542, with no required match, for the FY27 Specialty Felony Mental Health Courts Program. 26-0570 approved Pass
168. 108. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $79,903, with no required match, for the FY27 Specialty Misdemeanor Veterans Courts Program. 26-0571 approved Pass
169. 109. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $74,936, with no required match, for the FY27 Opioid Detox Treatment and Supervision Program. 26-0572 approved Pass
170. 110. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $1,473,618.15, with a required match of $491,206.05, for the FY27 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program, and to amend an agreement with the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. 26-0573 approved Pass
171. 111. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $124,319, with no required match, for the FY27 Specialty STAR Drug Court Program. 26-0574 approved Pass
172. 112. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $83,850, with no required match, for the FY27 Specialty Veterans Treatment Court Program. 26-0576 approved Pass
173. 113. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $67,621, with a required match of $17,531, for the FY27 Victim Assistance Program. 26-0578 approved Pass
174. 114. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Petfinder Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $4,000, with no required match, for the 2026 Adoption Grant. 26-0693 approved Pass
175. 115. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Petfinder Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $4,000, with no required match, for the 2026 Operation Grant. 26-0694 approved Pass
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177. 116. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Petfinder Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $2,000, with no required match, for the 2026 Cat Enrichment Grant. 26-0695 approved Pass
178. 117. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Petfinder Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $2,000, with no required match, for the 2026 Dog Enrichment Grant. 26-0696 approved Pass
179. 118. Request by Public Health Services for approval to temporarily transfer special revenue funds in the amount of $103,731 to fund the cost of 13 grant positions pending receipt of the award for the 2026-2027 Ryan White Part-A grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and extend the positions to February 28, 2027. 26-0691 approved Pass
180. 119. Request by Public Health Services for approval to temporarily transfer special revenue funds in the amount of $36,089 to fund the cost of 4 grant positions pending receipt of the award for the 2026-2027 Ending the HIV Epidemic grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and extend the positions to February 28, 2027. 26-0616 approved Pass
181. 120. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of Amendment #14 to the 2017 Hurricane Harvey CDBG-DR Contract (19-147-002-B490) between Harris County and the Texas General Land Office. 26-0698 approved Pass
182. 121. Request by Domestic Relations for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $370,500, with a required match of $92,625.00, for the FY27 Family Victimization Service for Supervised Possession Grant Program with an indirect cost exemption requested due to historical precedent. 26-0636 approved Pass
183. 122. Request by Domestic Relations for approval to submit an application to the National Fatherhood Initiative to provide ProFathering15, an online fatherhood program, to up to 100 fathers. 26-0689 approved Pass
184. 123. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Public Safety Office for grant funds in the amount of $500,000.00, with no required match, for the FY27 County Solutions to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation Grant, with an indirect cost exemption request due to the grant being reduced by the grantor each year. 26-0706 approved Pass
185. 124. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Public Safety Office for grant funds in the amount of $175,000.00, with no required match, for the FY27 Creating Advocacy Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program, with an indirect cost exemption request due to the grant being reduced by the grantor each year. 26-0711 approved Pass
186. 125. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Public Safety Office for grant funds in the amount of $65,246.22, with no required match, for the FY27 Sobriety Over Addiction and Relapse (SOAR) Drug Court Program, with an indirect cost exemption request due to the grant being reduced by the grantor each year. 26-0712 approved Pass
187. 126. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Public Safety Office for grant funds in the amount of $175,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Court 360 Mental Health Specialty Court Program, with an indirect cost exemption request due to the grant being reduced by the grantor each year. 26-0713 approved Pass
188. 127. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Public Safety Office for grant funds in the amount of $92,244.68, with no required match, for the FY27 Gang Recidivism Intervention Program (GRIP) Specialty Courts Grant Program, with an indirect cost exemption request due to the grant being reduced by the grantor each year. 26-0715 approved Pass
189. 128. Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services grant funds in the amount of $507,478.07, with no required match, for the FY25 Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Contract Program. 26-0709 approved Pass
190. 129. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $148,480.50, with no required cash match, for the FY27 Animal Cruelty Unit Investigator Grant. 26-0660 approved Pass
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192. 130. Request by the Constable of Precinct 2 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $90,000, with a required match of $22,500, for the FY27 General Victim Assistance Grant Program. 26-0662 approved Pass
193. 131. Request by the Constable of Precinct 4 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $400,000, with no required match, for the FY 2027 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program. 26-0664 approved Pass
194. 132. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $146,708.18, with a required match of $36,677.04 for the FY27 General Victims Assistance Grant Program. 26-0460 approved Pass
195. 133. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $565,689.10, with an in-kind match of $167,549.08, for the Precinct 7 Motor Cycle Driving Safety and Education Program. 26-0665 approved Pass
196. 134. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $518,461.50, with an in-kind match of $109,125.66, for the FY27 STEP Comprehensive Grant. 26-0671 approved Pass
197. 135. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $158,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Paul Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant Program. 26-0675 approved Pass
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199. 136. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $348,000, with a required match of $87,000, for the FY27 Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Advocacy Program. 26-0677 approved Pass
200. 137. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $150,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Peace Officer Mental Health Program. 26-0678 approved Pass
201. 138. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $252,000, with a required match of $63,000, for the FY27 Body-Worn Camera Grant Program. 26-0679 approved Pass
202. 139. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $100,000, with a required match of $30,000, for the FY27 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program. 26-0680 approved Pass
203. 140. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $500,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Operation North Star Program. 26-0681 approved Pass
204. 141. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $150,000, with no required match, for the FY 27 Criminal Warrants and Apprehension Project. 26-0682 approved Pass
205. 142. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $385,000, with no required cash match, for the FY27 State Crisis Intervention Grant Program. 26-0683 approved Pass
206. 143. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $700,000, with no required match, for the FY 2027 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program. 26-0684 approved Pass
207. 144. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to rollover the balances for the Auto Theft Federal Funds and the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program Income Funds in the amount of $30,000.06 from the FY 2024-2025 grant year into the FY 2025-2026 grant year. 26-0673 approved Pass
208. 145. Request by the Institute of Forensic Sciences for approval of a grant resolution with the intent to apply for the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice FY2027 Paul Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant Program. 26-0581 approved Pass
209. 146. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $438,480, with a required match of $109,620 for the FY27 Intoxication Source Prevention Grant Program. 26-0461 approved Pass
210. 147. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $351,200.91, with a required match of $87,800.23, for the FY27 No Refusal Grant Program. 26-0462 approved Pass
211. 148. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $280,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Gulf Coast Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation (GC CASE) Grant Program. 26-0690 approved Pass
212. 149. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $330,000, with no required match, for the FY27 District Attorney Testing of Forensic Evidence Grant Program. 26-0692 approved Pass
213. 150. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $831,272, with a required match of $427,254, for the FY27 Special Victims Prosecution and Protective Order Grant Project. 26-0697 approved Pass
214. 151. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $3,804,500, with a required match of $1,006,600, for the FY27 Victim Assistance Grant Project. 26-0700 approved Pass
215. 152. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $1,084,000, with no required match, for the FY27 Felony Prosecution Capacity Enhancement Grant Project. 26-0703 approved Pass
216. 153. Request by the District Courts for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $204,450.00, with no required match, for the FY2027 CPS Prevention and Rehabilitation Court with an indirect cost exemption due to the grant being reduced annually. 26-0686 approved Pass
217. 191 ARPA
218. 154. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of a first amendment to an agreement with IBN Sina Foundation for Integrated Behavioral Health Project, and a second amendment to an agreement with Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston for Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston - Operations, both funded by the American Rescue Plan Act 2021 (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF). 26-0375 approved Pass
219. 155. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of the second amendment to an agreement with HOPE clinic by reallocating $200,000.00 to the construction line item to adequately cover the cost of construction with the additional funds shifting from the Ibn Sina Foundation ARPA funded project. 26-0727 no action
220. 156. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with PeopleFund to update the Request for Proposal (Exhibit A) and the Scope of Work (Exhibit C) for Revolving Loan Fund Program for the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for the period of May 7, 2024 - October 1, 2029, with no increase in the total contract amount (230451). 26-0465 approved Pass
221. 157. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with the University of Texas Science Center at Houston to decrease funds in the amount of $1,468,000 to update the budget Exhibit B and update the federal award identification table Exhibit E for accessible child care training and supports for the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (230450), MWBE Contracted Goal: 9%, MWBE Current Participation: 55.28%. 26-0520 approved Pass
222. 158. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Low Income Investment Fund to decrease funds in the amount of $2,082,036 to update the Possessory Allocation, the Budget (Exhibit B), and the Federal Award Identification Table (Exhibit E) for child care facilities fund for Harris County for the period of December 5, 2023 - December 31, 2026 (230147), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 26-0566 approved Pass
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224. 159. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to allocate $500,000 to Harris County Public Health for continued abatement of public health nuisances (PHN) and related services in the unincorporated areas of Precinct 2. 26-0784 approved Pass
225. 198 Auditor
226. 160. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims. 26-0704 approved Pass
227. 161. Request for approval to lease parking spaces for employees at certain garages with LANIER Parking for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, at an approximate cost of $3,360.00. 26-0708 approved Pass
228. 162. Request for approval to close an Imprest Account for the Commissioner of Precinct 3. 26-0707 approved Pass
229. 163. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2026. 26-0705 approved Pass
230. 203 Treasurer
231. 164. Request for approval to accept $55,988 back into the general fund bank account from the non-redeemed juror pay cards issued in August 2025. 26-0701 approved Pass
232. 205 Tax Assessor-Collector
233. 165. Request for approval of tax refund payments. 26-0699 approved Pass
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235. 210 Purchasing
236. 166. Request for approval of a renewal option with WoolPert Digital Innovations for license, maintenance and support for Google Cloud and Maps Platform Core Services for Universal Services for the period of June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027, at a cost of $13,031. 26-0314 approved Pass
237. 167. Request for approval of a renewal option and to correct the vendor name from Collision Forensic Solutions (as approved) to Collision Forensic Solutions, LLC. (amended) for three-dimensional environment scanner and related items for the Sheriff's Office for the period of June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027, at a cost of $155,349 (230129), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 26-0315 approved Pass
238. 168. Request for approval of a renewal option with American Institutes for Research in the Behavioral Sciences; Berkeley Research Group, LLC; Civis Analytics, Inc.; Elite Research, LLC; Ernst & Young, LLP; Guidehouse Inc.; January Advisors; KPMG LLP; Luminosity, Inc; PFM Group Consulting LLC; Protiviti, Inc.; Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc; Rite Software Solutions & Services LLC; RSM US LLP; The Boston Consulting Group, Inc; and William Marsh Rice University for applied research and data analysis, strategic planning and management strategies and other services for Harris County for the period of April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027, at a cost of $10,000,000 (210317), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program. 26-0464 approved Pass
239. 169. Request for approval of a renewal option with McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company for ocean marine insurance for Harris County Ferryboats for the period of May 7, 2026 - May 6, 2027, at a cost of $87,159 (230393), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0466 approved Pass
240. 170. Request for approval of a renewal option with McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company for all risk property insurance and business coverage for Jesse H. Jones Memorial Bridge for Harris County for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $406,021 (230387), MWBE Contracted Goal: 1%. 26-0467 approved Pass
241. 171. Request for approval of a renewal option with Michael Baker International, Inc.; Gauge Engineering, LLC; IDS Engineering Group; and OTHON, INC. for design services for the development and implementation of various Hurricane Harvey Recovery water and wastewater, drainage, and various road and bridge infrastructure improvement projects for Harris County (CDBG-MIT/GLO) for the period of February 13, 2026 - February 12, 2027, at a cost of $5,000,000 (240295), MWBE Contracted Goal: 17.82%. 26-0469 approved Pass
242. 172. Request for approval of a renewal option with AIDS Healthcare Foundation, in the total amount of $3,682,258; Houston Area Community Services, Inc. dba Avenue360 Health & Wellness, in the total amount of $3,475,111; Legacy Community Health Services, in the total amount of $6,930,272; and St. Hope Foundation, Inc., in the total amount of $7,564,438 for Ryan White Program Part A Minority AIDS Initiative and Ending the HIV Epidemic Services for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027 (220352), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0471 approved Pass
243. 173. Request for approval of a renewal option with ADAPCO, LLC for mosquito control insecticide chemical (Fyfanon) and related items for Harris County for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, at a cost of $225,000 (210447), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0477 approved Pass
244. 174. Request for approval of a renewal option with Krause's Collision; Planet Ford Lincoln; Hardy Collision Center Inc; JJ Auto Body Inc; and Flores Motor Co, Inc for body shop repairs for Harris County for the period of February 6, 2026 - February 5, 2027, at a cost of $5,732,170 (240351), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0496 approved Pass
245. 175. Request for approval of a renewal option with SiteOne Landscape Supply for fertilizer, grass seed, insecticide and related items for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, at a cost of $115,000 (210439), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0510 approved Pass
246. 176. Request for approval of a renewal option with Fugro USA Land, Inc. for pavement condition assessment and extraction of assets for the Office of the County Engineer for the period of January 30, 2026 - January 29, 2027 at a cost of $278,404 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230266), MWBE Contracted Goal: 15%, MWBE Current Participation: 16.22%. 26-0512 approved Pass
247. 177. Request for approval of a renewal option with TUF Industrial, Inc. for repair of ruts along maintenance berms of flood channels and basins for the Flood Control District for the period of April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027, at a cost of $406,402, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230486), MWBE Contracted Goal: 15%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%. 26-0523 approved Pass
248. 178. Request for approval of a renewal option with Jerson's Concrete LLC for reinforced concrete pipe materials and related items for Precinct 3 for the period of May 10, 2026 - May 9, 2027, at a cost of $104,775, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220023), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 26-0525 approved Pass
249. 179. Request for approval of a renewal option with Specialty Construction TX, LLC for bridge railing and guardrail repairs and related items at various locations for Precinct 2 for the period of June 14, 2026 - June 13, 2027, at a cost of $600,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230044), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0526 approved Pass
250. 180. Request for approval of a renewal option with Tabb Textile Co., Inc. for bed sheets and related items for various detention facilities for the Sheriff's Office for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027, at a cost of $162,120 (220029), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 26-0533 approved Pass
251. 181. Request for approval of a renewal option with Vets Securing America for security guard services and related items for Harris County and the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $2,264,502, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220401), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16.63%, MWBE Current Participation: 95.01%. 26-0534 approved Pass
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253. 182. Request for approval of a renewal option with Auto Data Direct, Inc. to provide and mail notification letters for towed or impounded vehicles and related items for the Sheriff’s Office for the period of February 6, 2026 - February 5, 2027, at a cost of $207,250 (240160), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0545 approved Pass
254. 183. 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, 2026 - January 31, 2027, at a cost of $130,411,290 (230194), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0575 approved Pass
255. 184. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Alchemy Technology Group for subscriptions for threat intelligence platform and vulnerability risk analyzer for Universal Services for the period of February 6, 2026 - February 5, 2027, at a cost of $200,509, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0486 approved Pass
256. 185. Request for approval of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program renewal option with CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc. for budget management software solution, implementation, training and support services for Harris County for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, at a cost of $1,922,936. 26-0529 approved Pass
257. 186. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for LinkedIn talent solutions software for the Toll Road Authority for the period of June 28, 2026 - June 27, 2027, at a cost of $54,872, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0556 approved Pass
258. 187. Request for approval of a bond release from TollPlus, LLC for image based transaction processing support services for the Toll Road Authority (210429). 26-0750 approved Pass
259. 188. Request for approval for the County Clerk to execute applicable bonds received from MLN Fire Protection Company in the additional amount of $644,358 for inspection, testing and maintenance of the fire and life safety systems equipment and related items for Harris County for the extended period of June 30, 2025 - May 31, 2026, in connection with an extension approved by Commissioners Court on November 13, 2025 (190239), MWBE Contracted Goal: 0.44%, MWBE Current Participation: 1.94%. 26-0747 approved Pass
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261. 189. Request for approval of a renewal of the engineering vendor pool option allowing the County to continue negotiations on an as-needed basis with multiple vendors for professional architectural and/or engineering services for design services for the development and implementation of various drainage projects for the Office of the County Engineer (240332). 26-0742 approved Pass
262. 190. Request for approval of a renewal of the engineering vendor pool option allowing the County to continue negotiations on an as-needed basis with multiple vendors for professional architectural and/or engineering design services and implementation of various parks, trails, and recreational projects for the Office of the County Engineer (240367). 26-0743 approved Pass
263. 191. Request for approval of a renewal of the engineering vendor pool option allowing the County to continue negotiations on an as-needed basis with multiple vendors for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide construction materials engineering and testing services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (240365). 26-0745 approved Pass
264. 192. Request for approval of a renewal of the engineering vendor pool option allowing the County to continue negotiations on an as-needed basis with multiple vendors for professional environmental services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (240391). 26-0746 approved Pass
265. 193. Request for approval of a renewal of the engineering vendor pool option allowing the County to continue negotiations on an as-needed basis with multiple vendors for 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 (240334). 26-0748 approved Pass
266. 194. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for channel conveyance improvements to poor farm ditch from Bellaire Blvd to University Blvd for the Flood Control District (250420). 26-0323 approved Pass
267. 195. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for demolition, construction, and renovation of the Hardy Senior Center and HVAC system for the Office of the County Engineer (250387). 26-0325 approved Pass
268. 196. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for security improvements and various renovations at John Phelps Courthouse for the Office of the County Engineer (250380). 26-0331 approved Pass
269. 197. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for enterprise identity and access management system for Universal Services (250195). 26-0490 approved Pass
270. 198. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for ODonnell Consent Decree educational video services for the Office of County Administration (260007). 26-0741 approved Pass
271. 199. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal on comprehensive fire alarm monitoring, maintenance, and life safety systems management for Harris County (250417). 26-0744 approved Pass
272. 200. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal on turnkey portable off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging solution for the Office of County Administration (250384). 26-0749 approved Pass
273. 201. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for uninterruptible power supply (UPS), maintenance, support services and related items for the Toll Road Authority (250307). 26-0751 approved Pass
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275. 202. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for Telepsychiatry Services for the Community Supervision & Corrections Department (260006). 26-0752 approved Pass
276. 203. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Tecan US, Inc. for maintenance and repair services for Tecan Freedom EVO 150 liquid handlers for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250208), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 26-0450 approved Pass
277. 204. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Genserve LLC in the amount of $617,203 for generator rental services and related items for the Office of the County Engineer for a one (1) year initial term with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250228), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0328 approved Pass
278. 205. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Ceballos Construction, LLC (Primary) and Specialty Construction TX, LLC (Secondary) in the amount of $2,683,050 for concrete channel lining repairs (North) for the Flood Control District for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250338), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.11%. 26-0478 approved Pass
279. 206. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Wede's Meticulous Solutions LLC in the amount of $28,600 for dog park maintenance for Precinct 1 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250265), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 26-0488 approved Pass
280. 207. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest and best bid to DC Export LLC and JCMUSA, INC in the amount of $170,201 for commercial grade barbecue grills, fire pits and related items for Precinct 1 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250232), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 26-0489 approved Pass
281. 208. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to MB Western Construction Co. in the amount of $1,422,072 for sediment removal in Addicks and Barker Reservoir Watersheds (Package 1) for the Flood Control District, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250366), MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.12%. 26-0491 approved Pass
282. 209. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only proposal meeting requirements to C.A. Walker, Inc. dba C.A. Walker Construction in the amount of $2,800,000 for various improvements to the John and Hazel Biggers Campus for Precinct 1, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250308), MWBE Contracted Goal: 23.73%. 26-0495 approved Pass
283. 210. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Yellowstone Landscape - Central, Inc. (Primary); and TUF Industrial, Inc. (Secondary) in the amount of $1,631,604 for mowing and various maintenance services for the Central West Region for the Flood Control District for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250317), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10.40%. 26-0511 approved Pass
284. 211. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to AAA Asphalt Paving, Inc. in the amount of $4,539,187 for asphalt roadway maintenance in Channelview for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250351), MWBE Contracted Goal: 31.96%. 26-0513 approved Pass
285. 212. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Texas Dewatering, LLC in the amount of $437,206 for sediment removal in Addicks and Barker Reservoir Watersheds (Package 2) for the Flood Control District, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250365), MWBE Contracted Goal: 28.03%. 26-0514 approved Pass
286. 213. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Lonestar Tactical Buildings, LLC. in the amount of $1,524,311 for construction of a fire training tower (Burn Building) for the Fire Marshal’s Office, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250350), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 26-0516 approved Pass
287. 214. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Environmental Allies, LLC in the amount of $2,822,667 for park and road improvements at Eisenhower Park (2024) for Precinct 1 (FEMA), and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250409), MWBE Contracted Goal: 17.04%. 26-0658 approved Pass
288. 215. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid meeting specifications to First Class Projects Inc in the amount of $1,895,557 for demolition and new construction of park restrooms at various locations - Phase 2 for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250293), MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.03%. 26-0663 approved Pass
289. 216. Request for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluations and that the County Judge execute an agreement with LJA Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $5,000,000 for professional engineering services for the development and implementation of an infrastructure maintenance portfolio management program for the Flood Control District for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250167), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16.12%. 26-0719 approved Pass
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291. 217. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program award on the basis of low quote to Highlights of Houston, Inc. in the amount of $4,812,799 for Emergency Generators for Precinct 2, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0714 approved Pass
292. 219. Request for approval of a public health or safety exemption from the competitive bid requirements with Morris & Dickson Co., LLC in the amount of $350,000 for 340B Pharmaceuticals for Public Health Services for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027. 26-0487 approved Pass
293. 220. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Advantage Software Inc in the amount of $40,227 for eclipse software and associated anytime support services for the District Clerk through June 9, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 26-0548 approved Pass
294. 221. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corp. in the amount of $1,746 for gINT Professional SELECT subscription through October 24, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options and to provide full compensation for services provided from October 1, 2025, up to and including the date of the execution of this addendum. 26-0654 approved Pass
295. 222. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a sole source exemption agreement with Rarestep, Inc., dba Fleetio to decrease funds in the amount of $23,515 for licenses, configuration, training, hosting and support of Fleetio-Managed Software for Harris County for the period of November 30, 2025 - November 29, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 26-0494 approved Pass
296. 224. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a service agreement with ESO Solutions, Inc. in the additional amount of $2,026 to allow the Sheriff’s Office to utilize the emergency reporting services under this contract for emergency reporting system for the Fire Marshal’s Office for the period of January 9, 2026 - January 8, 2027. 26-0522 approved Pass
297. 225. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with Precision Task Group, Inc in the additional amount of $1,115,378 to add a new statement of work for Phase IV of the Project for ServiceNow Implementation for 3-1-1 constituent relationship management solution for Universal Services for the period of July 20, 2021 - July 20, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0527 approved Pass
298. 226. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a Chapter 381 agreement with Street Art Mankind Corp in the additional amount of $30,000 for ancillary expenses for Public Art Mural Projects in the Cypress Station Neighborhood in Precinct 1, in connection with a Discretionary Exemption. 26-0546 approved Pass
299. 227. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a sole source exemption agreement with Quickbase, Inc. in the additional amount of $5,156 for additional services for no-code application development solution for Harris County for the period of September 18, 2025 - June 26, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 26-0547 approved Pass
300. 228. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with Infostride, Inc. in the additional amount of $1,000,000 for payroll and administrative services for the County Clerk’s Office for the period of June 26, 2026 - June 25, 2027 (240402), MWBE Contracted Goal: 3%. 26-0549 approved Pass
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302. 229. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Lanier Parking Meter Services, LLC in the additional amount of $768,334 for parking facility management services for Harris County for the extended period of February 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (190258), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10%, MWBE Current Participation: 6.5%. 26-0641 approved Pass
303. 230. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Flock Group, Inc. in the additional amount of $225,000 for additional license plate readers and sound detection system for Harris County (220336), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 26-0739 approved Pass
304. 231. Request that the County Judge execute an addendum to a settlement agreement with BizMerlinHR Inc. in the amount of $44,520 for ClayHR performance management software for the Office of the County Engineer to provide settlement for full compensation for services provided from October 18, 2025 up to and including October 17, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 26-0535 approved Pass
305. 232. Request for approval to correct the amount for Corrections Software Solutions, LP from $153,600 (as approved) to $198,720 (corrected) for Case Management System (CMS) maintenance and support services for Pretrial Services for the period of February 12, 2026 - February 11, 2027, in connection with a sole source exemption, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 26-0528 approved Pass
306. 233. Request for approval of a vendor name change from Houston Recovery Center (as approved) to Houston Recovery Center LCG (amended) to provide peer recovery support assistance for the responsive interventions for change docket for the Administrative Office of the District Courts for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027 in connection with an interlocal agreement, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0479 approved Pass
307. 234. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $543,379 for Gradall for Precinct 3 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0473 approved Pass
308. 235. Request for approval of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program & The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) purchase on the basis of low quote from J. Tyler Services, Inc. in the amount of $467,955 for office workstations, reconfiguration and installation services for the Public Defender’s Office, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0517 approved Pass
309. 236. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Holt Truck Centers of Texas, LLC in the amount of $575,178 for two (2) asphalt patcher for Precinct 1, for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0553 approved Pass
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311. 237. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $132,714 for excavator for Precinct 4 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0554 approved Pass
312. 238. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of lowest complete quote meeting specifications from Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $353,250 for large wheel loader for Precinct 3 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0674 approved Pass
313. 239. Request for approval of a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Holt Truck Centers of Texas, LLC in the amount of $195,831 for a sewer pump truck for Precinct 3 for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0737 approved Pass
314. 240. Request for approval to reject the proposal(s) received for depository, comprehensive payables, custodial and merchant services for the Office of Management and Budget, and that the project be re-advertised at a later date with revised specifications (220266). 26-0583 approved Pass
315. 241. Request for approval to rescind a TxSmartBuy Term Contracts - State of Texas Cooperative Program award from U.S. Bank National Association for purchase card services for Harris County in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on August 26, 2025, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0646 approved Pass
316. 242. 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 December 22, 2025 - January 14, 2026. 26-0640 approved Pass
317. 288 County Judge
318. 289 Commissioner, Precinct 1
319. 290 Commissioner, Precinct 2
320. 243. Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 2 Aldine Gardens Camp IT system Infrastructure Upgrade project in the amount of $278,092, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $280,000. 26-0785 approved Pass
321. 244. Request for approval of sales for the Space City Hibiscus Society Flower Show and Sale event on April 5, 2026, at the East Harris County Activity Center. 26-0787 approved Pass
322. 245. Request for approval of sales for the Plumeria Show and Sale event on June 20, 2026, and July 18, 2026, at the Bay Area Community Center. 26-0786 approved Pass
323. 296 Commissioner, Precinct 3
324. 246. Request for approval to accept an affidavit and petition submitted by Claytons Corner sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 requesting the posting of “No Overnight Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles” signs in compliance with the Texas Transportation Code sec. 545.307. 26-0687 approved Pass
325. 247. Request for approval to name the community center located at 17280 W Lake Houston Parkway the Judge Ted Poe Community Center. 26-0688 approved Pass
326. 299 Commissioner, Precinct 4
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328. 248. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with Houston Methodist to provide informational health and wellness workshops and educational sessions at Precinct 4 community centers at no cost to the County for a term of one year and renewing for a period of up to three (3) years. 26-0767 approved Pass
329. 249. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with the League of Women Voters of Houston (LWVH) to provide for nonpartisan voter education programming at Precinct 4 community centers at no cost to the County until December 31, 2026, and renewing for two (2) additional two (2) year periods. 26-0768 approved Pass
330. 250. Request for approval of the Adopt a County Road agreement with National Junior Honor Society - The Village Middle School for cleanup along the roadside of Clay Road beginning at War Memorial Dr. and ending at N. Eldridge Parkway for approximately one mile and for a term ending December 31, 2026. 26-0769 approved Pass
331. 251. Request for approval of the usage of Precinct 4 charter buses for the purpose of transporting students and mentors to the Build it Forward event on February 7, 2026. 26-0770 approved Pass
332. 252. Request for approval to accept from Girl Scout Troop 127151 the donation of items, valued at $574.00, to build special birdhouses for purple martin birds at John Paul Landing Park. 26-0771 approved Pass
333. 253. Request for approval to accept from Fran Blevius the donation of ten board games, valued at $100.00, for the Steve Radack Community Center. 26-0772 approved Pass
334. 254. Request for approval for the Bigfoot Running Company to hold the “Gingerbread Lane,” a 5/10k race on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at John Paul Landing Park, including the collection of a participation fee. 26-0773 approved Pass
335. 255. Request for approval for Katy Pony Baseball, a 501(c)(3) organization, to hold the Sportsfest fundraiser on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Four Seasons Park, including ticket sales and the sale of food, beverages, and merchandise from vendors. 26-0774 approved Pass
336. 309 Transmittals
337. 256. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of investment transactions and maturities for the period of December 28, 2025 - January 13, 2026, and revised report for the period of November 24 - December 27, 2025. 26-0725 accepted
338. 257. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of the FY2026 First Quarter Investment Report in accordance with the Public Funds Investment Act. 26-0726 accepted
339. 258. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of the Commercial Paper Status Report for the 1st quarter, FY 2025-2026. This report is a requirement of the Commercial Paper Policies and Procedures approved annually by the Commissioners Court. 26-0717 accepted
340. 259. Transmittal by Human Resources and Talent of changes to classifications on certain positions. 26-0455 accepted
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342. 260. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with MC2 Civil LLC, in connection with E132-00-00 Mitigation Project - 2020, Job No. 23/0429, UPIN 21090MF22E01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%, MWBE Current Participation: 30.31%. 26-0588 accepted
343. 261. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of Notices of Road and Bridge Log Changes to be Reflected in the Harris County Road Log and the Auditor’s Office Fixed Asset Group. 26-0593 accepted
344. 262. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a preliminary engineering report by Consor Engineers, Inc., dated September 1, 2025, and titled Preliminary Engineering Report - Q100-00-00-P003 from IH-10 to SH-146, Bond Map ID F-46, Channel Conveyance Improvements (Cedar Bayou Watershed, Precinct 2). 26-0563 accepted
345. 263. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a preliminary engineering report by Carollo Engineers dated February 26, 2025, and titled Cedar Bayou Regional Detention and Channel Improvements Upstream of FM 1960 (Cedar Bayou Watershed, Bond ID F-70, Project ID Q100-00-00-E003, Precinct 3). 26-0565 accepted
346. 264. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of projected bid calendar as of Quarter 1 2026, reflecting both Invitations to Bid and Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. 26-0618 accepted
347. 265. Transmittal by the Flood Control District on project status updates for the CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs. 26-0619 accepted
348. 266. Transmittal by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity of the Early REACH Economic Impact Evaluation Year 1 Report conducted by the University of Houston. 26-0724 accepted
349. 267. Transmittal by Public Health Services of an update on media reach and contracting. 26-0653 accepted
350. 268. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the December 11, 2025 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court. 26-0637 accepted
351. 269. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the December 18, 2025 business court meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court. 26-0639 accepted
352. 270. Transmittal by the District Attorney of an amended timesheet attestations per the Office of the Governor audit request for the FY25 Victim Assistance Project Grant Program. 26-0702 accepted
353. 271. Transmittal by the Auditor of the unaudited and unadjusted monthly financial report for the month of November 2025. 26-0710 accepted
354. 272. Transmittal by the County Treasurer of the Harris County Treasurer’s November 2025 Report. 26-0621 accepted
355. 326 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 3. VS 1 Veterans continuing legal education 2/18-20/2026 Dallas, TX $1,590 General training 4. DRO 2 Alternative dispute resolution virtual 1/9/2026 Houston, TX $590 General training 5. DRO 2 Family law drafting virtual training 1/22-23/2026 Houston, TX $990 General ($1,865 appvd. 11/13/2025 for 1 attnd. -add attnds., exp., & location & date change) 6. JUVPROB 16 Texas Association of Specialty Courts 3/23-25/2026 Dallas, TX $10,159 Grant training* $4,934 Other 7. JUVPROB 2 Becoming the winds of change training 4/11-15/2026 Lubbock, TX $3,622 Grant 8. JUVPROB 7 HR Issues Gulf Coast Symposium* 8/5-6/2026 Houston, TX $6,895 Grant 9. C1 1 Professional animal cruelty investigator 2/2-6/2026 Houston, TX $565 Other training* 10. C1 2 Leadership training* 2/11-12/2026 Waco, TX $1,170 Other 11. C4 1 Essential animal services training 2/2-6/2026 Houston, TX $565 Other 12. C5 2 Texas Crime Prevention Association 2/1-6/2026 Plano, TX $3,250 Other course* 13. C5 1 Cellebrite certified operator & physical 4/20-24/2026 Houston, TX $4,845 General analyst certification* 14. C6 1 Fingerprinting identification course 1/12-16/2026 Texas City, TX $695 Other 15. C6 1 New detective and new criminal 2/9-12/2026 Edinburg, TX $1,313 Other investigator course* 16. C6 1 Homicide & death investigation training 5/17-22/2026 Fort Worth, TX $1,443 Other seminar* 17. C7 1 Texas Constables Leadership College Multiple Huntsville, TX $1,040 General trainings*
356. 273. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for maintenance and repairs of roadways - asphalt package 2 (2025) for Precinct 3 (250419). 26-0476 accepted
357. 327 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 18. C7 1 Renewal for axon taser instructor 2/2-3/2026 Webster, TX $895 General certification* 19. C8 1 Agency command FEMA training 1/21-24/2026 Kerrville, TX $460 Other 20. SHERIFF 1 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority 1/13-15/2026 San Marcos, TX $856 Grant intelligence meeting* 21. SHERIFF 1 Basic Special Weapons And Tactics School 1/31-2/7/2026 Iowa Park, TX $2,126 General training* 22. SHERIFF 3 Animal control & cruelty investigations 2/2-6/2026 Houston, TX $1,695 General training* 23. SHERIFF 2 ArcGIS Pro & SAFER course* 2/18-20/2026 Grand Prairie, TX $160 General 24. SHERIFF 7 DEA HIDTA narcotic investigator course* 2/22-27/2026 Dallas, TX $9,360 General 25. SHERIFF 6 Homicide Investigators of Texas 3/22-26/2026 San Antonio, TX $9,799 Other Conference* 26. SHERIFF 5 Crisis Intervention Team Conference 4/15-18/2026 S. Padre Island, TX $11,886 Grant 27. SHERIFF 3 Crimes Against Women Conference* 5/17-21/2026 Dallas, TX $5,335 Grant 28. CCLK 2 Texas College of Probate Judges regional 3/11-13/2026 Austin, TX $2,350 General workshop 29. CCLK 3 Texas Assn. of Counties County Elections 3/30-31/2026 Houston, TX $600 General Virtual Academy 30. CCLK 1 County & District Clerks' Association 4/8-9/2026 The Woodlands, TX $340 General meeting* 31. CCLK 2 Texas College of Probate Judges meeting 9/2-5/2026 San Antonio, TX $3,180 General 32. MAC 2 Intensive DWI training 1/27-31/2026 Dallas, TX $4,050 General 33. PBCT1 1 Building Blocks Wills Estates & Probate 1/22-24/2026 Austin, TX $851 Other Conference
358. 274. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for maintenance and repairs of roadways - asphalt package 3 (2025) for Precinct 3 (250418). 26-0480 accepted
359. 275. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for rifle resistant body armor and related items for the Sheriff's Office (250386). 26-0481 accepted
360. 276. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for channel restoration of Hunting Bayou Tributaries for the Flood Control District (250413). 26-0482 accepted
361. 277. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for maintenance and repairs of roadways on Reidland Road - Asphalt Package 4 (2025) for Precinct 3 (250421). 26-0483 accepted
362. 278. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for installation of solar lighting along sidewalks of Freeport Street for Precinct 2 (250414). 26-0484 accepted
363. 279. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for construction of a water distribution system along Cheswick Drive for Precinct 2 (250410). 26-0485 accepted
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365. 280. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for asphalt roadway reconstruction in Runneburg Estates for Precinct 3 (250422). 26-0493 accepted
366. 281. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for electrical parts and related items for Precinct 3 (250264). 26-0499 accepted
367. 282. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for concrete pavement rehabilitation along Scarsdale Boulevard for Precinct 2 (260003). 26-0521 accepted
368. 283. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of modification of a professional services exemption and renewal option with Deloitte & Touche LLP in the additional amount of $11,000 for audit services for the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the extended period of February 7, 2026 - February 6, 2027. 26-0552 accepted
369. 284. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of bids and proposals for advertised jobs that were opened January 12 and 26, 2026. 26-0620 accepted
370. 285. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of notice of receipt of funds in the total amount of $319,063.07 from the sale of surplus and confiscated property through the county’s Public Surplus Online Auction and Houston Auto Auction for the period of December 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025. 26-0634 accepted
371. 340 Executive Session
372. 341 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.
373. 286. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Donna Cole, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports for a term ending February 1, 2028. 26-0716 approved Pass
374. 287. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of James Dixon, II, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Board of Directors of the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation for a term ending January 29, 2029. 26-0718 approved Pass
375. 288. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Dr. Robin E. Gearing, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees for a term beginning January 31, 2026, and ending January 30, 2028. 26-0720 approved Pass
376. 289. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and appointment of Edwin A. “Buddy” Grantham, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees for a term ending January 29, 2028. 26-0721 approved Pass
377. 290. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Mark Lanier, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Board of Directors of the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation for a term ending January 29, 2029. 26-0733 approved Pass
378. 291. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Bryan Sanchez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation Board, Position 4, for a term beginning February 28, 2026, and ending February 27, 2028. 26-0735 approved Pass
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380. 292. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and approval of the appointments of Adrian John Thomas, Jud Coleman, Eric Finck, and Jeff Suggs to the Houston Ship Channel Security District Board of Directors for terms ending December 31, 2027. 26-0736 approved Pass
381. 293. Request by Human Resources and Talent for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.074, for discussion and possible action regarding potential candidates for the County Administrator position. 26-0449 no action
382. 294. Request by the Fire Marshal’s Office for an Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.076 for discussion regarding security. 26-0655 no action
383. 351 Emergency/Supplemental items
384. 352 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.
385. 295. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of the 2026 Commissioners Court meeting calendar approved on January 8, 2026 and of associated agenda deadlines. 26-0789 accepted
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387. 296. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of updates to the Worksite Safety Policy, part of the Harris County Construction Project Safety Policy. 26-0792 approved Pass
388. 297. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of a Public Member to the Harris County Broadband Task Force, representing non-profits addressing the digital divide, for a term ending January 29, 2028. 26-0813 approved Pass
389. 298. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session to amend the board appointments for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 20 (Southwest Houston TIRZ 20) to reflect Zion Escobar for Position 7 and Dr. Thu-Mai Nguyen for Position 1, for terms ending December 20, 2027. 26-0812 approved Pass
390. 299. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for discussion and possible action on authorizing $1.8M to support compensation study related increases for grants and special funds. 26-0802 no action
391. 300. Request by Public Health Services for approval of an affiliation agreement with Sam Houston State University for the department to provide clinical preceptorship opportunities for nursing students beginning Spring 2026. 26-0817 approved Pass
392. 301. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for grant funds in the amount of $1,000,000, with no required match, for the Maternal Health Outcomes Grant Program. 26-0824 approved Pass
393. 302. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council for grant funds in the amount of $750,000, with no required match, for the FY26 Community-Based Opioid Recovery Efforts (CORE) Multi-Year Grant program. 26-0825 approved Pass
394. 303. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $151,773.64, with an in-kind match of $43,247.26, for the FY27 Victim Assistance Grant Program. 26-0804 approved Pass
395. 304. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $100,747.19, with an in-kind match of $52,115.42, for the FY27 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Grant Program. 26-0805 approved Pass
396. 305. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $150,000, with no required match for the FY27 Criminal Justice Grant Program. 26-0806 approved Pass
397. 306. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept from Houston-Galveston Area Council grant funds in the amount of $7,500,000, with no required match, for the GY26 Motorist Assistance Program (MAP), Incident Management Unit (IMU) and Tow and Go Program and extend 53 associated positions to January 31, 2027. 26-0790 approved Pass
398. 307. Request by the County Clerk’s Office for approval of additional funding to sustain and enhance the voter education and outreach program, and to support 33 new Position Control Numbers (PCNs) including direct and indirect costs associated with FY 2026 election operations, including z-time compensation for exempt employees, compliance with Senate Bill 2216, requiring specific early voting election security measures, and other necessary election-related expenses in the total amount of $4,946,642.00. 26-0815 approved Pass
399. 308. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Maldonado v. Harris County; Civil Action No. 4:24-cv-1202; In the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division; CAO File No. 2024EMP0194. 26-0807 approved Pass
400. 309. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Harris County v. North Fry Tiendas, LLC; Cause No. 1259813; In the Civil County Court at Law No. 4 of Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 25EMD0047. 26-0808 approved Pass
401. 310. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Johnathan Armour v. Harris County; Cause No. 2024-17518; In the 215th District Court in Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 24TOR0031. 26-0809 approved Pass
402. 311. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of an Agreement for professional services pursuant to § 89.001, Texas Local Government Code, between Harris County and Quan Law Group PLLC as Special Counsel in connection with immigration matters with respect to qualified employees for various departments of Harris County, consistent with Harris County’s adopted Immigration Sponsorship Policy; CAO File No. 2025EMP1092. 26-0810 approved Pass
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404. 312. Request by the Auditor for approval of a claim made payable in the amount of $6,871.57 to the United States Treasury, for an arbitrage rebate payment on the Toll Road First Lien Revenue Commercial Paper Notes, Series K-2. 26-0828 approved Pass
405. 313. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an agreement with Amtech Elevator Services in the amount of $1,000,000 for maintenance and repair of vertical transportation equipment for Harris County through April 30, 2026, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received. 26-0793 approved Pass
406. 314. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. in the additional amount of $14,295 for additional services for work productivity enterprise software subscription through February 27, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0795 approved Pass
407. 315. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an addendum to a settlement agreement with PressReader Inc. in the amount of $38,467 for PressReader subscription and digital platform access for the Public Library through June 30, 2026, with four (4) one-year renewal options, to provide settlement for full compensation for services provided from July 1, 2025 up to and including January 29, 2026. 26-0797 approved Pass
408. 316. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. in the amount of $1,500,000 for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide a flood risk analysis study for Halls Bayou Watershed for the Flood Control District (240393), MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.71%. 26-0796 approved Pass
409. 317. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to USA Amtech Inc (Primary); and Roy Jorgensen Associates (Secondary) in the amount of $5,045,285 for Smart Cushion Crash Attenuator (CCA) system replacement and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 29, 2026 - January 28, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240452), MWBE Contracted Goal: 6.4%. 26-0800 approved Pass
410. 318. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for Annex 14 elevator modernization for the Office of the County Engineer (260005). 26-0799 approved Pass
411. 319. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a personal services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with JHJ Strategic Consulting, LLC in the amount of $100,000 for cubes customer-based execution & strategy workshop services for the Sheriff's Office for the period of February 27, 2026 - February 26, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement. 26-0794 approved Pass
412. 320. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a discretionary exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Shelbi Nicole Designs, LLC in the amount of $59,820 for murals at Kowis Street Water Facility and James Driver Park for Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Funding Source. 26-0798 approved Pass
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414. 321. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a ratification of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with CDW Government LLC for SolarWinds software maintenance and support for Universal Services-Technology through December 10, 2026, at a cost of $122,705, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 26-0816 approved Pass
415. 322. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to execute a Chapter 381 agreement with Street Art for Mankind in the amount of $844,327 for the completion of a civic art project at the Hill at Sims Park located at 11808 Scott St Houston, TX 77047. 26-0822 approved Pass
416. 323. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to permit the Office of Commissioner Precinct One to coordinate with the Office of the County Engineer to place five historical markers, and fund accompanying landscaping improvements, at the El Franco Lee Public Service Plaza. 26-0823 approved Pass
417. 324. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Space Planning Committee’s decision to relocate the Harris County Clerk from 201 Caroline Street to 1001 Preston Street. 26-0818 approved Pass
418. 325. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a Change Investment Memo for multiple non-voted debt projects to reconcile Precinct 4 FY24-25 facility project budgets with updated estimates with no net additional incremental authorization and no new additional projects. 26-0819 approved Pass
419. 326. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Tracy Gee Community Center Renovation project, for an incremental amount of $12,175,000.00 for a total authorization of $18,000,000.00 and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $12,175,000.00 and a transfer from Precinct 4 Tomball Trades and Trailblazer Facility project in the amount of $1,100,000.00 for a total allocation of $18,000,000.00. 26-0820 approved Pass
420. 327. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Katy Park Soccer Field Fence project for an amount of $50,000.00, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $50,000.00. 26-0821 approved Pass
421. 328. Request by Harris Health for discussion regarding a presentation of community input and engagement pursuant to an Order of Commissioners Court made on October 30, 2025. 26-0826 no action
422. 329. Request by Harris Health for Harris County Commissioners Court to set and authorize a notice of public hearing on March 19, 2026 pursuant to Texas Parks and Wildlife Code Chapter 26, regarding Harris Health’s proposed acquisition by condemnation of approximately 8.9 acres of Hermann Park adjacent to Ben Taub Hospital for the redevelopment and expansion of Ben Taub Hospital. 26-0801 approved Pass
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425. 332. Request by Harris County Resources for Children and Adults (HCRCA) for approval of a fourth amendment to the interlocal agreement with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in the amount of $558,126.80 in ARPA SLFRF Funds for temporary respite care services for youth aged 13 through 17 at the Youth Diversion Center for Resources for Children and Adults for the period of February 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026 and $35,584.00 in FLEX Funds to provide meals. 26-0803 approved Pass
426. 392 Resolutions
427. 393 The Court plans to accept public comments from each speaker who signed up to comment on a Resolution at the time the Court takes up the Resolution. Resolutions and signing of resolutions will begin at 6:00 pm or upon completion of the regular order of business whichever is earlier.
428. 333. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Jimmel Aquino on her retirement after 27 years of dedicated service to Harris County. 26-0780 approved Pass
429. 334. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating January 24th, 2026 as International Day of Education in Harris County, TX. 26-0781 approved Pass
430. 335. Request by the County Judge and the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a joint resolution commemorating the life of the Honorable Jon Lindsay. 26-0779 no action
431. 336. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Seth Webb. 26-0782 approved Pass
432. 337. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office (HCFMO) for receiving Initial Accreditation from the International Association of Property and Evidence (IAPE) in 2025. 26-0783 approved Pass
433. 338. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution recognizing and congratulating Brian Manning, P.E. on being named the 2026 Houston Area “Engineer of the Year”. 26-0644 approved Pass
434. 339. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring the Chinese Professional Club of Houston for its dedication to helping students pursue their dreams of a college education through its Scholarship Ball. 26-0764 approved Pass
435. 340. Request by the Commissioners of Precinct 4 and Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Harris County Office of Managed Assigned Counsel. 26-0765 approved Pass
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437. 341. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution celebrating the recognition of Harris County Precinct 4 as one of Houston’s 2025 Top Workplaces by the Houston Chronicle. 26-0766 approved Pass
438. 403 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 5:21 P.M. The above and forgoing minutes have been read and examined by me and are a true and correct representation of the actions taken by Commissioners Court held on January 29, 2026. On this the 26th day of February, 2026. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy
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478. 901 Emergency/Supplemental items
479. 328. Request by Harris Health for discussion regarding a presentation of community input and engagement pursuant to an Order of Commissioners Court made on October 30, 2025. 26-0826 approved Pass
480. 329. Request by Harris Health for Harris County Commissioners Court to set and authorize a notice of public hearing on March 19, 2026 pursuant to Texas Parks and Wildlife Code Chapter 26, regarding Harris Health’s proposed acquisition by condemnation of approximately 8.9 acres of Hermann Park adjacent to Ben Taub Hospital for the redevelopment and expansion of Ben Taub Hospital. 26-0801 approved Pass
481. 328. Request by Harris Health for discussion regarding a presentation of community input and engagement pursuant to an Order of Commissioners Court made on October 30, 2025. 26-0826 approved Pass
482. 329. Request by Harris Health for Harris County Commissioners Court to set and authorize a notice of public hearing on March 19, 2026 pursuant to Texas Parks and Wildlife Code Chapter 26, regarding Harris Health’s proposed acquisition by condemnation of approximately 8.9 acres of Hermann Park adjacent to Ben Taub Hospital for the redevelopment and expansion of Ben Taub Hospital. 26-0801 approved Pass
483. 328. Request by Harris Health for discussion regarding a presentation of community input and engagement pursuant to an Order of Commissioners Court made on October 30, 2025. 26-0826 approved Pass
484. 329. Request by Harris Health for Harris County Commissioners Court to set and authorize a notice of public hearing on March 19, 2026 pursuant to Texas Parks and Wildlife Code Chapter 26, regarding Harris Health’s proposed acquisition by condemnation of approximately 8.9 acres of Hermann Park adjacent to Ben Taub Hospital for the redevelopment and expansion of Ben Taub Hospital. 26-0801 approved Pass
485. 932 Commissioner Garcia left the courtroom at 11:27 A.M. and returned at 11:30 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
486. 937 Commissioner Ramsey left the courtroom at 11:43 A.M. and returned at 11:47 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
487. 942 Human Resources & Talent
488. 14. Request to present an update on the Compensation and Pay Equity Project and to address Commissioners’ motions from the December 11, 2025 Commissioners Court. 26-0685 approved Pass
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490. 953 Management and Budget
491. 2. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY26 1st Quarterly budget projections. 26-0638
492. 961 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 12:09 P.M. for Items 293, 294, and 297.
493. 964 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 1:04 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
494. 969 Executive Session
495. 980 Emergency/Supplemental items
496. 993 Management and Budget
497. 2. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY26 1st Quarterly budget projections. 26-0638 approved Pass
498. 1002 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
499. 77. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda. 26-0633
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501. 1009 Commissioner Ellis was not present for the votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99. At 1:21 P.M. Commissioner Ellis directed the County Clerk’s Office to record him voting Aye on all of the items where it will not change the vote. Therefore, all votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99 will reflect Commissioner Ellis voting Aye.
502. 1012 Commissioners Court recessed at 1:21 P.M.
503. 1015 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 2:23 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
504. 1019 Commissioner Ellis was not present for the votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99. At 1:21 P.M. Commissioner Ellis directed the County Clerk’s Office to record him voting Aye on all of the items where it will not change the vote. Therefore, all votes taken on Items 77, 334, 337, 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, 336, 338, 340, 341, 330, and 99 will reflect Commissioner Ellis voting Aye.
505. 1022 Resolutions
506. 334. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating January 24th, 2026 as International Day of Education in Harris County, TX. 26-0781
507. 337. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office (HCFMO) for receiving Initial Accreditation from the International Association of Property and Evidence (IAPE) in 2025. 26-0783
508. 1031 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
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510. 1042 Judge Hidalgo was not present for the votes taken on Items 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, and 336. At 3:02 P.M. Judge Hidalgo directed the County Clerk’s Office to record her voting Aye on all of the items where it will not change the vote. Therefore, all votes taken on Items 4, 8, 69, 70, 76, 82, 85, 87, 156, 168, 198, 217, 218, 248, 249, 296, 332, and 336 will reflect Judge Hidalgo voting Aye.
511. 1045 Judge Hidalgo left the courtroom at 3:02 P.M.
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513. 1049 Management and Budget
514. 2. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY26 1st Quarterly budget projections. 26-0638
515. 4. Request for discussion and possible approval of the Mobility Fund Chargeback Policy. 26-0778 approved Pass
516. 1070 Flood Control District
517. 1084 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
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519. 8. Request for approval of the Harris County Investment Policy that has been prepared in accordance with the Public Funds Investment Act. 26-0722 approved Pass
520. 1100 Public Health Services
521. 1107 Housing and Community Development
522. 1114 Veteran Services
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524. 1123 Purchasing
525. 1140 Commissioner, Precinct 4
526. 1151 Transmittals
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528. 296. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of updates to the Worksite Safety Policy, part of the Harris County Construction Project Safety Policy. 26-0792 approved Pass
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531. 1199 Judge Hidalgo arrived in-person at 4:22 P.M.
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534. 1225 Sheriff
535. 99. Request for approval of 33 positions effective February 7, 2026; 17 positions effective February 21, 2026; 17 positions effective March 21, 2026; 17 positions effective April 18, 2026; 31 positions effective May 30, 2026; and 16 positions effective June 27, 2026, for the Detention Operations Command. 26-0459 approved Pass
536. 99. Request for approval of 33 positions effective February 7, 2026; 17 positions effective February 21, 2026; 17 positions effective March 21, 2026; 17 positions effective April 18, 2026; 31 positions effective May 30, 2026; and 16 positions effective June 27, 2026, for the Detention Operations Command. 26-0459 approved Pass
537. 99. Request for approval of 33 positions effective February 7, 2026; 17 positions effective February 21, 2026; 17 positions effective March 21, 2026; 17 positions effective April 18, 2026; 31 positions effective May 30, 2026; and 16 positions effective June 27, 2026, for the Detention Operations Command. 26-0459 approved Pass
538. 99. Request for approval of 33 positions effective February 7, 2026; 17 positions effective February 21, 2026; 17 positions effective March 21, 2026; 17 positions effective April 18, 2026; 31 positions effective May 30, 2026; and 16 positions effective June 27, 2026, for the Detention Operations Command. 26-0459 approved Pass
539. 1235 Resolutions
540. 336. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Seth Webb. 26-0782