Commissioners Court
1001 Preston, 1st Floor
Agenda — 595 items
- 1 Public Notice
- 2 January 2, 2026 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING
- 3 Opening Prayer
- 4 Dr. Max A. Miller Jr. of Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church in Houston introduced by the Commissioner of Precinct 1.
- 5 Pledges of Allegiance
- 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 Appearances before court
- 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 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.
- 9 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a regular session at 9:19 A.M. Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 10 County Administration
- 1. Request for discussion and possible action on strategic hiring exemptions for Position Control Numbers (PCNs) in non-exempt departments.
- 2. Request for discussion and possible action to update the Commissioners Court meetings calendar for 2026.
- 13 Management and Budget
- 3. Request for discussion and possible action on: (1) recommended Position Control Number (PCN) exemptions by department; (2) recommended PCN inactivations/deletions by department; and (3) estimated countywide PCN roster.
- 14 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
- 4. Request for discussion and possible action on the FY27 Operating and CIP Budget Calendars.
- 5. Request for approval to pay commercial paper interest in the amount of $127,709.28.
- 6. Request for approval to repay outstanding Commercial Paper Notes, Series J-1, in an amount not to exceed $10,360,000.
- 17 Executive Session
- 7. Request for approval to pay the February 2026 debt service payments for Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) bonds in an amount not to exceed $4,037,679 and to wire payments to the paying agent on or before the due date of February 15, 2026.
- 8. 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 $122,363 and four workers’ compensation recoveries in the total amount of $5,330; tort claim and other settlement recommendations in the amount of $46,852; denial of 96 claims; claims for damages received; and that the County Judge execute eight releases in exchange for payment to the county in the amount of $66,988 in connection with property damage claims.
- 19 Resolutions
- 9. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments.
- 383. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing County Attorney Christian Menefee’s dedicated service to Harris County.
- 21 Human Resources and Talent
- 10. Request for discussion and approval of the proposed Compensation Philosophy.
- 11. Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions.
- 23 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 10:10 A.M. and returned at 10:13 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
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- 25 County Engineer
- 12. Request that the County Judge execute a commencement letter to the lease agreement with Killam Development, LTD., acknowledging the accurate commencement and expiration dates for the premises consisting of approximately 36,713 rentable square feet located on the 5th and 6th floors of the building at 3131 Eastside, Houston, Texas, 77098, for county operational use, Precinct 4.
- 26 Resolutions
- 13. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Johnston, LLC in an additional amount of $11,500.00 for flood mitigation efforts to be implemented in the Downtown Tunnel System on Harris County buildings (170274), UPIN 18035MF0X201, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 14. Request for approval to waive permit fees in the amount of $4,343.00 for repairs to residential structures in connection with damages sustained during the November 2025 tornado event.
- 15. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for Miscellaneous Building Cost project for an incremental authorization of $25,473,000 and a total FY26 authorization of $25,683,000, and request for commercial paper funding in the amount of $21,475,000.
- 16. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the HCED Bucket Truck project for an amount of $196,041, and commercial paper funding in the amount of $200,000.
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- 17. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Juvenile Probation Department Facilities Repair and Renovation project for an incremental authorization of $12,330,000 for a total FY2026 authorization of $12,560,000, and a request for Commercial Paper funding allocation of $7,845,000.
- 18. Request for approval for County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas to convey real estate to Park Ten Commons Partners, L.P., for tract Park Ten Commons Drainage Easement, a 0.809 acre tract of land for the Precinct 4 Non-Project Related Tasks project and that the County Judge execute the Deed Without Warranty, UPIN NP104, Precinct 4.
- 114. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 132 for the Golf Villas Subdivision Drainage Improvements project, located in Harris County Precinct 3, UPIN 26103MF3ZX01, MWDBE Contracted Goal: N/A, MWDBE Participation: N/A.
- 19. Request for approval for Harris County Flood Control District to convey real estate to the City of Houston, a home rule municipality and political subdivision, for tracts W145-00-00-01-604.0, W145-00-00-01-605.0, W145-00-00-01-606.0 and W145-00-00-01-607.0, a 4.0296 -acre tract of land, collectively as four tracts for the Channel Ownership and Maintenance Responsibility Program - Z100-00-00-R007 project and that the County Judge execute the Special Warranty Deed, UPIN 20090MF1EC01, Precinct 4.
- 20. Request for approval for Harris County Flood Control District to convey real estate to the City of Houston, a home rule municipality and political subdivision, for tract W145-00-00-01-608.0, a 0.1839-acre drainage and right of way easement for the Channel Ownership and Maintenance Responsibility Program - Z100-00-00-R007 project and that the County Judge execute the Assignment of Drainage and Right of Way Easement, UPIN 20090MF1EC01, Precinct 4.
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- 21. Request for approval for Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas to convey real estate to Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 61, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, tract E532-01-00-01-604.0, a 0.0826-acre Sanitary Sewer Easement for HCFCD Dedications project and that the County Judge execute the Assignment, Transfer and Conveyance of Sanitary Sewer Easement, UPIN 24090MF34101, Precinct 3.
- 22. Request for approval of a sale by County of Harris, a body corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Texas, of a 0.2489-acre water line easement and 0.0207-acre temporary construction easement, collectively as two tracts, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate, from the Precinct 3 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract NHCRWA 37A-2 WLE & TCE - Sale, for the appraised value of $5,962.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN 24103MF2ZK01, Precinct 3.
- 23. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.1740-acre water line easement and 0.0869-acre temporary construction easement, collectively as two tracts, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract L100-00-00-04-602.0 NHCRWA 37C-2 - Sale, for the appraised value of $1,896.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 3.
- 24. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.1584-acre water line easement and a 0.0304 -acre and 0.0306-acre temporary construction easements, collectively as three tracts, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract L100-00-00-03-602.0 - Sale, for the appraised value of $2,696.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 3.
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- 25. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.3297-acre water line easement, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract L100-00-00-05-601.0 - Sale, for the appraised value of $5,170.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 3.
- 26. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.1765-acre and 0.0984-acre water line easements and 0.0316-acre and 0.0159-acre temporary construction easements, collectively as four tracts, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract NHCRWA L100-00-00-03-601.0 & L104-00-00-01-603.0 - Sale, for the appraised value of $4,478.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 3.
- 27. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.0108-acre water line easement and 0.0198-acre temporary construction easement, collectively as two tracts, to the North Harris County Regional Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, a governmental agency, and a body politic and corporate from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract L100-00-00-05-602.0 NHCRWA 37B-41 - Sale, for the appraised value of $209.00, and that the County Judge execute the waterline easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 3.
- 28. Request for approval of a change in contract with MC2 Civil, LLC, in connection with Treaschwig Rd A (Phase 1) - from 1,000' west of Aldine Westfield Rd to west of Cypress Creek - 2014, with an addition in the amount of $1.00, Job No. 23/0420-3, UPIN 14104MF08X01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%, MWBE Current Participation: 34.78%.
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- 29. Request for approval of a change in contract with MC2 Civil, LLC, in connection with Telge Rd Segment 6 - from 300-ft North of Grant Rd to 690-ft North of SH99 - 2014 Phase II, with no change in the amount, Job No. 23/0190-1, UPIN 15104MF0DN05, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28%, MWBE Current Participation: 32.85%.
- 30. Request for approval of a change in contract with Conrad Construction Co., LTD, in connection with Anderson Rd- Hiram Clarke Rd to Almeda Rd - 2018, adding 25 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $88,796.93, Job No. 23/0152-7, UPIN 19101MF0XY01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21%, MWBE Current Participation: 27.92%.
- 31. Request for approval of a change in contract with Spawglass Construction Corp. in connection with Challenger 7 Park - Boardwalk Renovation - 2020, adding 17 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $29,633.41, Job No. 24/0264-3, UPIN 20101MF1F101, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal 41%, MWBE Current Participation 29.72%.
- 32. Request for approval of a change in contract with MC2 Civil, LLC, in connection with final construction of Transportation Improvements near Texas Southern University - Phase II - 2019, with a deduction in the amount of $122,015.18, Job No. 21/0287-4, UPIN 20101MF1JY01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 13%, MWBE Current Participation: 16.55%.
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- 33. Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements, adding 10 calendar days, with no change in the contract amount, Job No. 24/0407-1, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.21%, MWBE Current Participation: 10.66%.
- 34. Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with Detention Basin Enhancement Program - Goforth - 2021, adding 21 calendar days, with no change in the amount, Job No. 24/0059-1, UPIN 21103N306330001, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 29.01%, MWBE Current Participation: 18.36%.
- 35. Request for approval of a change in contract with Precise Services, Inc., in connection with HCSFNC - TO6 - Connorvale Development, with an addition in the amount of $64,500.00, Job No. 24/0139-4, UPIN 21289MF1Z501, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.22%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
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- 36. Request for approval of a change in contract with Spawglass Construction Corp. in connection with Connectivity Project - Deussen-Eisenhower - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $67,031.28, Job No. 25/0046-4, UPIN 22101MF2F801, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21.15%, MWBE Current Participation: 9.18%.
- 206. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for grant funds up to $1,500,000, with a required match of up to $500,000, and that the County Judge execute documents related to the application.
- 37. Request for approval of a change in contract with McCory Engineering, in connection with Trail - Pinckney Trail - (TIRZ 21) 2021, adding 120 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $10,616.00, Job No. 24/0215-2, UPIN 22102MF2D501, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
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- 38. Request for approval of a change in contract with Seril Inc., in connection with final construction of On-Call - Maintenance Mowing Spring Camp Area, Precinct 3 - 2022, with an addition in the amount of $48,372.91, Job No. 22/0049-1, UPIN 22103MF2HG01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 34%, MWBE Current Participation: 36.85%.
- 216. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to 24/6 Technical Services LLC in the amount of $815,782 for inspection and preventative maintenance, repair of storm water pump stations, rental of various pumps for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 8, 2026 - December 31, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250018), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 39. Request for approval of a change in contract with Seril Inc., in connection with final construction of On-Call - Maintenance Mowing Spring Camp Area, Precinct 3 - 2022, with an addition in the amount of $39,348.15, Job No. 22/0049-1, UPIN 22103MF2HG01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 34%, MWBE Current Participation: 36.85%.
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- 40. Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with Roadway - Blackhawk Blvd - Scarsdale Blvd to Sam Houston Pkwy - P2 - 2022, with an addition in the amount of $85,164.17, Job No. 24/0373-2, UPIN 23102MF2UN01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 32.17%, MWBE Current Participation: 21.62%.
- 41. Request for approval of a change in contract with J Rivas Construction LLC., in connection with Denver Harbor Park - Park Improvements - 2023, with no change in the contract amount, Job No. 22/0064-1, UPIN 24102MF35101, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 15%, MWBE Current Participation: 95.04%.
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- 42. Request for approval of a change in contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc., in connection with final construction of Asphalt Package 2024-1, adding 11 calendar days, with a deduction in the amount of $480,928.97, Job No. 24/0374-1, UPIN 24208MF36G01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 31.30%, MWBE Current Participation: 30.46%.
- 43. Request for approval of a change in contract with AAA Asphalt Paving, Inc., in connection with Asphalt Package 2024 - 4, adding 75 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $73,560.00, Job No. 24/0325-3, UPIN 24208MF36K01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 34%, MWBE Current Participation: 46.20%.
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- 44. Request for approval of a change in contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc., in connection with Ralston Acres Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 10 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $51,969.50, Job No. 24/0368-1, UPIN 19101MF16P01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 29.57%, MWBE Current Participation: 79.63%.
- 45. Request for approval of a change in contract with iCON GC, LLC, in connection with Parkway (Mobile Homes) Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, with no change in the amount, Job No. 25/0039-1, HC Road Fund, UPIN 19101MF17F01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 29.78%, MWBE Current Participation: 6.02%.
- 46. Request for approval of a change in contract with R Miranda Trucking and Construction LLC, in connection with Creel Country Estates Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, with an addition in the amount of $2,157.00, Job No. 24/0406-01, UPIN 19102MF12T01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 24.18%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 47. Request for approval of a change in contract with Reytec Construction Resources, Inc., in connection with Aldine Village Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, with no change in the amount, Job No. 24/0016-3, UPIN 19102MF13501, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 18%, MWBE Current Participation: 9.88%.
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- 48. Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies Inc., in connection with Dowdell Woods Subdivision Drainage Improvements, adding 48 calendar days, with no change in the amount, Job No. 24/0415-3, Grant Fund, UPIN 19103MF14A01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20.21%, MWBE Current Participation: 34%.
- 49. Request for approval of a change in contract with AAA Asphalt Paving, Inc., in connection with Houmont Park Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 Green River Drive, adding 25 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $14,000.00, Job No. 25/0065-1, Bond Fund, UPIN 21101MF23H01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28.83%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 50. Request for approval of a change in contract with Mar-Con Services, LLC, in connection with final construction of Aldine Village (EAST) Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 355 days, with a deduction in the amount of $348,494.50, Job No. 23/0360-3, UPIN 24208MF33K01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 24%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 51. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Agha Engineering LLC in the amount of $461,914.92 for Professional Engineering Services to provide improvements on Clay Road - Katy Hockley Rd to Katy Hockley Cutoff Rd - 2023, UPIN 24104MF3A201, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
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- 52. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Vogler & Spencer Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $123,149.00 for Professional Engineering and related services in connection with Cutten Rd - from south of Bavaria Dr to Cossey Rd - 2019, UPIN 20104MF1C801, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 2.05%.
- 53. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $100,000.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for Asphalt Paving and Related Improvements - 2023, UPIN 23103MF2XW01, Precinct 3.
- 1. Request for discussion and possible action on strategic hiring exemptions for Position Control Numbers (PCNs) in non-exempt departments.
- 54. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Agha Engineering, LLC, in the amount of $3,594,771.48 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Burnett Bayland Park - Design Phase - 2024 (Phase 2), UPIN 24104MF3HC01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.72%, MWBE Current Participation: 85.87%.
- 55. Request for approval to amend the scope of work and budget allocation in the agreement with DCCM America, LLC, for the Harris County Transportation Master Plan (HCTMP) to add tasks related to the Vision Zero policy review of standards policies and guidelines, and the updates of the Vision Zero Action Plan and Geometric Design Guidelines.
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- 56. Request for approval to execute an agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC in the amount of $172,515.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for Forest Manor and Lake Houston Woodland Terrace Subdivisions Drainage Improvements - 2019, UPIN 20090MF1HA01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%.
- 57. Request for approval to execute an agreement with HR Green, Inc., in the amount of $184,954.00 for Construction Phase Services in connection with Hufsmith-Kohrville Road Segment 3A project, UPIN 15104M23NP03, Precinct 3.
- 3. Request for discussion and possible action on: (1) recommended Position Control Number (PCN) exemptions by department; (2) recommended PCN inactivations/deletions by department; and (3) estimated countywide PCN roster.
- 58. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Torres & Associates, LLC, in the amount of $149,770.00 for Construction Phase Services in connection with Forest Manor and Lake Houston Woodland Terrace Subdivisions Drainage Improvements - 2019, UPIN 20090MF1HA01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.74%.
- 4. Request for discussion and possible action on the FY27 Operating and CIP Budget Calendars.
- 59. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $155,400.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for Hike and Bike Trail - Faulkey Gully - K142-00-00 - 2022, UPIN 23103MF2W701, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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- 60. Request for approval to execute an agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC, in the amount of $450,511.00, for professional engineering services in connection with Westchase Mobility and Intersection Safety Improvements - 2023, UPIN 24104MF38P01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.87%.
- 61. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Aviles Engineering Corporation in the amount of $210,654.75 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for Roadway Maintenance - Residential Asphalt Package Channelview - 2025, UPIN 24208MF3M801, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%.
- 62. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Geoscience Engineering & Testing, Inc., in the amount of $57,681.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for the Fire Marshal’s Office Training Facility - New Construction - 2023, UPIN 24213MF37F01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 63. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Aviles Engineering Corporation in the amount of $97,253.25 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for Park and Road Improvements - Eisenhower Park - 2024, UPIN 25101MF3RN01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%.
- 64. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Associated Testing Laboratories, Inc. in the amount of $200,000.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for On-Call - Sidewalk Installation and Repair - 2025, UPIN 25104MF3T401, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%.
- 65. Request for approval to execute an agreement with CenterPoint Energy to furnish, install, own, and maintain street lighting service for Twenty-Six (26) streetlights at Bellmar Estates, subject to the Lighting Services Rate schedule and Service Rules and Regulations relating to the Provision of Delivery Service to Retail Customers, UPIN 23035MF2M401, Precinct 2.
- 66. Request for approval to terminate the agreement with GC Engineering, Inc for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Shaw Road Segment 2 - from south of Westlake Run Blvd to Boudreaux Rd - 2019, Precinct 3.
- 67. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for KB Home Lone Star, Inc., A Texas Corporation in the amount of $2,965.00 for Breckenridge Forest North Sec 3, Precinct 3.
- 68. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for Woodmere Development Co, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $5,330.00 for Cypresswood Point South, Precinct 3.
- 69. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for BC Haven at Kieth Harrow, LLC in the amount of $2,020.00 for Haven at Kieth Harrow, Precinct 4.
- 70. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for Mini-B, Inc., A Texas Corporation in the amount of $6,540.00 for Katy Lakes Sec 5, Precinct 4.
- 71. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for TPHTM 529, LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company in the amount of $2,110.00 for Grand Mason Sec 5, Precinct 3.
- 72. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for KB Home Lone Star Inc., A Texas Corporation in the amount of $3,260.00 for Bauer Meadows Sec 1, Precinct 4.
- 73. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Bridgeland Development, LP, A Maryland Limited Partnership in the amount of $1,980.00 for Bridgeland Jack Road Street Dedication Sec 2, Precinct 4.
- 74. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Bridgeland Development, LP, A Maryland Limited Partnership in the amount of $2,095.00 for Bridgeland Prairieland Village Sec 36, Precinct 4.
- 75. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Jen Holdco 23 LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company in the amount of $4,150.00 for Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 2, Precinct 4.
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- 76. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Jen Holdco 23 LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company in the amount of $3,760.00 for Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 4, Precinct 4.
- 77. 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 $2,990.00 for Sorella Sec 1, Precinct 4.
- 78. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Astro Sunterra, L.P., A Delaware Limited Partnership in the amount of $5,855.00 for Sunterra Sec 36, Precinct 4.
- 79. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #490 for Bridgeland Creek Parkway Street Dedication Sec 11, Precinct 4.
- 80. Request for approval of a submerged storm sewer system agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District #570C for Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 8, Precinct 4.
- 81. Request for approval of plat Arcadian Gardens Section 3 Partial Replat No 2. Consultant, HUTCHISON & ASSOCIATES, Precinct 3.
- 82. Request for approval of plat Arceneaux Estates. Consultant, KING'S LAND SURVEYING SOLUTIONS, LLC, Precinct 3.
- 83. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Creekland Village Sec 18. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 84. Request for approval of plat Commerce At Greystone. Consultant, CARRANZA OUTSOURCE DRAFTING, Precinct 3.
- 85. Request for approval of plat Expedia Towing. Consultant, TEXAS LAND MAPS, Precinct 3.
- 86. Request for approval of plat Fairbanks North Houston Warehouse. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 1.
- 87. Request for approval of plat Flagstone Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $7,130.00. Consultant, META PLANNING + DESIGN LLC, Precinct 3.
- 88. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 15 with a financial surety in the amount of $5,505.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 89. Request for approval of plat Hockley Meadows Sec 3 with a financial surety in the amount of $7,285.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
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- 90. Request for approval of plat Hufsmith Kohrville Business Park. Consultant, HOVIS SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 3.
- 91. Request for approval of plat Jardin Botanico. Consultant, E.I.C. SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 2.
- 92. Request for approval of plat Krug Estates. Consultant, C & C SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 93. Request for approval of plat Mound Road Street Dedication Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,180.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 94. Request for approval of plat Padok Silver Property. Consultant, SOUTH TEXAS SURVEYING ASSOCIATES, INC., Precinct 1.
- 95. Request for approval of plat Ranch Center. Consultant, E.I.C. SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 4.
- 96. Request for approval of plat Reserve At Fallbrook. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 2.
- 97. Request for approval of plat Royalwood Water Plant No 2. Consultant, HUITT-ZOLLARS, INC., Precinct 2.
- 98. Request for approval of plat Sila Drive Street Dedication And Reserves Sec 3 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,020.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 99. Request for approval of plat Skinner Reserve. Consultant, WINDROSE, Precinct 4.
- 100. Request for approval of plat Sundance Cove Sec 12 with a financial surety in the amount of $6,220.00. Consultant, EHRA, Precinct 3.
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- 101. Request for approval of plat Sunset Ridge East Reserve Sec 4. Consultant, BENCHMARK ENGINEERING CORPORATION, Precinct 3.
- 102. Request for approval of plat Synova Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $8,615.00. Consultant, EHRA, Precinct 3.
- 103. Request for approval of plat Synova Sec 7 with a financial surety in the amount of $5,005.00. Consultant, EHRA, Precinct 3.
- 104. Request for approval of plat Techemet Commercial Park Replat No 1 Amending Plat No 1. Consultant, PRO-SURV, Precinct 2.
- 105. Request for approval of plat West At Gessner Reserves Partial Replat No 2. Consultant, SOUTH TEXAS SURVEYING ASSOCIATES, INC., Precinct 1.
- 106. 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) drainage easement tract for the public project known as Subdivision Drainage Improvements - Lakeshore - 2024, for the purpose of drainage improvements, UPIN 24103MF3HD01, Precinct 3.
- 107. Request for approval of a certain project, decreeing the project to be a public necessity and convenience, directing the Harris County Real Property Division to acquire, three (3) road easement tracts for the public project known as Grant Road Segment 4 - from Cypress Rose Hill Road to Telge Road - 2018, for the purpose of roadway construction, UPIN 20104MF1BM01, Precinct 3.
- 108. 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 tract for the public project known as Belknap Road Construction, for the purpose of roadway construction, UPIN 26104MF3ZM01, Precinct 4.
- 109. 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 8434 ½ West Little York Road, Houston, Texas 77040 for electrical power serving a traffic signal, UPIN 23101MF2S301, Precinct 1.
- 110. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location (SOL) statement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC for installation of three (3) 50 kVA transformers (277/480V) to power the lift station, located at 2201 1/2 Connorvale for the Connorvale Development project, UPIN 21289MF1Z501, Precinct 2.
- 111. Request for approval of a study report prepared by Cobb Fendley & Associates, Inc., for Drainage Improvements - Todville Road, UPIN 24102MF3DS01, Precinct 2.
- 112. Request for approval of a study report prepared by Midtown Engineers, LLC for West Rayford Rd Segment 1 - from Kuykendahl Rd to 400' east of W Augusta Pines Pkwy - 2019, UPIN 20104MF1BT01, Precinct 3.
- 113. Request for approval of a study report prepared by Civitas Engineering Group Inc., for West Riley Fuzzel Rd- from IH 45 to 200-ft West of West Hardy Rd - 2019, UPIN 20104MF1BY01, Precinct 3.
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- 114. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 132 for the Golf Villas Subdivision Drainage Improvements project, located in Harris County Precinct 3, UPIN 26103MF3ZX01, MWDBE Contracted Goal: N/A, MWDBE Participation: N/A.
- 115. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 478 to design and construct a new 2-mile 4 lane boulevard connecting Warren Ranch Rd to Katy-Hockley Rd, UPIN 25104MF3TK01, Precinct 4.
- 116. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Piney Point Village for design, construction and maintenance responsibilities for the Asphalt Rehabilitation - Memorial Drive between San Felipe and West of Chimney Rock - 2024, UPIN 25103MF3MT01, Precinct 3.
- 117. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Taylor Lake Village in connection with Kirby Boulevard near City Hall and Village Park and all related appurtenances, UPIN 26102MF3YD01, Precinct 2.
- 118. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Galena Park for construction of sidewalks on the stretch between the intersection of Galena Manor and Crown Street along Clinton Drive, UPIN 26102MF3YE01, Precinct 2.
- 119. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with East Aldine District to improve lighting and add urban art at Aldine Mail Route at 59 and Little York at 59 to enhance visibility, calm traffic, and reduce auto-pedestrian accidents, UPIN 26102MF3YF01, Precinct 2.
- 120. Request for approval of 23 positions effective January 10, 2026, to support the newly approved Harris County Safety Record Policy.
- 135 Flood Control District
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- 121. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston, to construct and maintain the Meyergrove Phase 2 Detention Basin on City right-of-way located at North Braeswood Boulevard and Frankway Drive (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID D500-16-00-E001, Agreement No. 2025-17, Precinct 1).
- 122. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Intergovernmental and Global Affairs to provide legislative and regulatory services to support the development of processes for the Flood Control District (Agreement No. 2025-84, Countywide).
- 123. Request for approval to negotiate an interlocal agreement with the University of Houston, to study and monitor floating vegetated islands at the Stormwater Detention Basin at the Reverend William and Audrey Lawson Park (Clear Creek Watershed, Project ID A500-08-00-W001, Precinct 1).
- 124. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. dba CenterPoint Energy Texas Gas Operations in the amount of $12,145.45, for utility adjustments at Lawndale Street, near HCFCD Unit D100-00-00 (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-11, Project ID D100-00-00-B047, Agreement No. 2020-24, Precinct 2).
- 125. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. dba CenterPoint Energy Texas Gas Operations in the amount of $59,501.67, for utility adjustments at Telephone Road near HCFCD Unit D100-00-00 (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-11, Project ID D100-00-00-B047, Agreement No. 2021-35, Precinct 2).
- 126. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC in the amount of $66,462.52, for utility adjustments in support of the Brays Bayou Federal Flood Control Project, Channel Modifications Discrete Segment 108 (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-11, Project ID D100-00-00-E009, Agreement No. 1000-175, Precinct 1).
- 127. Request for approval of change in contract No. 5 with Allgood Construction Company, Inc., for the excavation of Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin, adding 93 calendar days (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-59, Project ID E500-21-00-E002, Job No. 22/0384, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 37%, MWBE Current Participation: 47.65%).
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- 128. Request for approval of change in contract No. 6 with Lecon, Inc., for general repairs in North Harris County (Project ID Z100-00-00-X300, Job No. 24/0122, Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 22.24%, MWBE Current Participation: 7.66%).
- 129. 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 Hurricane Harvey HMGP DR-4332-004 Buyout, for the purpose of buyout to prevent future flood damage (Project ID Z100-00-00-H065, Tract G103-80-00-08-801.0, Precinct 3).
- 130. 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 two fee simple tracts for the public project known as Keegans Bayou Stormwater Detention Basin near Old Richmond Road Phase 2, for the purpose of stormwater detention to prevent future flood damage, authorizing eminent domain if necessary (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID F-07, Project ID D518-03-00-E003, Precinct 4).
- 131. 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 FMA 2022 Buyout, for the purpose of buyout to prevent future flood damage (Project ID Z100-00-00-H068, Tract G103-00-00-08-809.0, Precinct 3).
- 132. Request for approval to delegate authority to the Harris County Purchasing Agent to award construction contracts to the lowest responsible bidder for 29 identified Flood Control District projects, funded by the CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs.
- 133. Request for approval of 12 positions effective January 10, 2026 to support the Harris County Safety Record Policy.
- 149 Toll Road Authority
- 134. Request for approval to advertise for construction engineering inspection services for pavement surface replacement and pavement marking for the Sam Houston Tollway North Pavement Surface Repairs between W Gulf Bank and Fallbrook Dr. (Precincts 1 and 3; MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%).
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- 135. Request for approval to advertise for construction material testing services for pavement surface replacement and pavement marking for the Sam Houston Tollway North Pavement Surface Repairs between W Gulf Bank and Fallbrook Dr. (Precincts 1 and 3; MWBE Contracted Goal: 17.92%).
- 136. Request for approval to advertise for construction engineering inspection services for Signing and Pavement Marking Replacement at SH 249 Tomball Tollway for the Harris County Toll Road Authority (Precincts 3 and 4; MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%).
- 137. Request for approval of a construction contract award to Durwood Greene Construction Co., for Pavement Surface Repairs at SH 249 Tomball Tollway in the amount of $7,363,337.87 (Precincts 3 and 4; MWBE Contracted Goal: 12.11%).
- 138. Request for approval of a purchase order to renew the lease with Lanier Parking Meter Services, LLC dba REEF Parking and Metropolis for twenty-one (21) parking spaces at two downtown garages in the amount of $38,661.00 for the period of March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027 (Precinct 1).
- 139. Request for approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Harris County Intergovernmental and Global Affairs in the amount of $127,801.56 for legislative and regulatory services during FY2026 with an annual renewal option (Countywide).
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- 140. Request for approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Emergency Services District No. 12 to provide reimbursement for emergency services they provide on the HCTRA tollway system (Precinct 2).
- 141. Request for approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Emergency Services District No. 24 to provide reimbursement for emergency services they provide on the HCTRA tollway system (Precincts 1 and 2).
- 158 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
- 142. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda.
- 160 Universal Services
- 143. Request for discussion and possible action to implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other software improvements for the permitting process.
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- 144. Request for approval of an agreement with Henderson ISD for use of the County's communications systems.
- 145. Request for approval of an agreement with the City of Deer Park, Texas for use of the County's communications systems.
- 146. Request for approval of changes to attributes of certain vehicle control numbers for various departments.
- 165 Public Health Services
- 147. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 286 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 148. Request for approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Bear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 149. Request for approval of an amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with The National Foundation for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Inc. to include Attachment A: 30802001 effective upon execution through September 29, 2026 for the Capacity Building for the Overdose Response Strategy project.
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- 150. Request for approval of a sixth amendment to the Lease Agreement with 16211 Highway 6 Limited for the continued use of the Public Health Services Women, Infants, and Children’s (WIC) Clinic for the extended period through October 31, 2026.
- 170 Housing and Community Development
- 151. Request for approval of an agreement with Harris County Precinct 4 in the total amount of $29,250,000.00 using Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds for the Chimney Rock Road and Anderson Park Drainage Improvements project.
- 152. Request for approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (City) to coordinate environmental review responsibilities for the Tejano Center Healthy Homes Repair Program, including acceptance of a City-prepared Environmental Review Record (ERR) and clarification of roles related to broad and site-specific environmental reviews in compliance with 24 CFR Part 58.
- 153. Request for approval of a fourth amendment to the agreement with HCHA Redevelopment Authority, Inc., and First Met Apartments, LP to reallocate budget line items to decrease the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Acquisition budget line-item amount by $396,624; increase the CDBG-DR Construction budget line-item by $396,624; and decrease the Management and Oversight budget line-item by $1,086,209 with the total budget now at $43,956,583 for the First Met Apartments project.
- 154. Request for approval of payments of annual TIRZ revenue for tax year 2023-24 (for 2025), calculated by the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office, for the Aldine TIRZ No. 1 in which the County currently participates; the tax increment revenue payment into the Aldine TIRZ #1 tax increment fund (No. 2430) based on the zone creation order for the zone approved by Commissioners Court on December 13, 2022; and the final tax increment reinvestment zone project plan and financing plan for Harris County Reinvestment Zone Number One (Aldine TIRZ) approved by Commissioners Court on August 14, 2024.
- 175 Veterans Services
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- 155. Request that Commissioners Court establish a Suicide Mortality Review Committee (SMRC) to review adult suicides in Harris County and to provide actionable recommendations to prevent further suicides, and that the Court designate the Houston Area Suicide Prevention Coalition as the agency to oversee the activities of the SMRC IAW Title 8, Chapter 672 of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
- 177 Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
- 156. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Tomball Independent School District for the period of January 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026, for one Youth Service Specialist, and for Tomball Independent School District to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $44,654.
- 157. Request for approval of a Change Investment Memo for the Annex M Comprehensive Renovations and Safety Upgrades project, for an incremental amount of $702,650 for a total authorization of $1,230,500 and commercial paper funding in the amount of $705,000 for a total allocation of $1,235,000.
- 158. Request for approval to purchase gift cards for youth who successfully complete the Parent/Teen Survival Program for Group Services.
- 181 Constables
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- 159. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to add a police K9 to its inventory.
- 160. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of overtime funding in the amount of $44,310 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.
- 161. Request by the Constable of Precinct 2 for approval of an agreement for law enforcement services with Hobby Area District for ten total deputy positions effective January 10, 2026, using 6 existing position control numbers (PCNs) and 4 new PCN’s.
- 162. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies with oaths.
- 163. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to reimburse personnel in an estimated amount of $2,042.08 for the Domestic Violence Fresh Start Career & Support Fair on October 2, 2025 at the Sunnyside Health and Multi-Service Center, 4410 Reed Road Houston, Texas 77051.
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- 164. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of one position effective January 10, 2026.
- 188 Sheriff
- 165. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the University of Houston Downtown Law Enforcement Academy to provide the department’s shooting range facility(s) for the Academy’s cadet firearm skills and training to ensure a safe firearm environment.
- 166. Request for approval to remove two cargo trucks from the Special Enforcement Bureau inventory and send to auction.
- 167. Request for approval to remove old and outdated night vision equipment from the Marine Unit inventory to trade in for an outboard motor for the Dive Unit.
- 168. Request for approval to retire a K9 from active service and transfer custody to the current handler with release of liability, and receive a replacement K9 through K9s4Cops.org.
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- 169. Request for approval to correct the payroll records and a one-time payment to compensate a Deputy employee per the compensation audit.
- 170. Request for approval to transfer five positions between the Law Enforcement Command Business Unit 54000 to the Criminal Justice Command Business Unit 54100 effective January 10, 2026.
- 171. Request for approval of 46 positions effective January 10, 2026 for parks security.
- 172. Request for approval of 33 positions effective January 24, 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.
- 197 Fire Marshal
- 173. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a lease agreement with the Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System for the use and benefit of Texas A&M Forest Service for space at the 2318 Atascocita Road Complex in Humble for the extended period ending October 31, 2030.
- 174. Request for approval to accept from OxyChem the monetary donation of $15,000.00 for enhanced field chemical detection equipment.
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- 175. Request for approval to update and reclassify a position effective January 10, 2026.
- 201 County Clerk
- 176. Request for discussion on resources necessary to conduct additional elections and provide 2026 election updates.
- 203 County Attorney
- 177. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Harris County v. Blastco Texas, Inc. & Nukote Coating Systems International, LLC; Cause No. 2021-52087; In the 55th Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 20TRL0164.
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- 180. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Marcos Gabriel Cruz and Beatriz Magdaleno Quintero v. Harris County; Cause No. 2023-71554, in the 165th Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 23TOR0051.
- 181. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Mikul Klehm v. Rawltyn Hart and Harris County, Texas; Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-01226; In the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division; CAO File No. 22CIV0051.
- 182. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Teodoro Rincon Lopez v. Harris County; Cause No. 2020-06502; In the 269th Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 20TRL0053.
- 183. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing a Second Amendment to the Agreement with Viada & Strayer in connection with Demetria Brooks, Individually and as Sister and Personal Representative of the Estate of Roderick Brooks, Deceased, et al v. Harris County Sheriff’s Office, et al.; Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-0322; In the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas; CAO File No. 23ADT0015.
- 184. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing a fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Denton Navarro Rodriguez Bernal Santee & Zech P.C. in connection with Civil Action No. 4:23-cv-2886; Octevia Wagner, et al v. Harris County; In the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division; CAO File No. 24ADT0038.
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- 185. 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.
- 213 District Attorney
- 186. Request for approval of one position effective January 10, 2026 for the Mental Health and Diversions Division.
- 187. Request for approval to update and reclassify three positions effective January 10, 2026.
- 216 Probate Courts
- 188. Request by Probate Court No. 5 for approval to provide car-allowance compensation to the Court Investigator, to be distributed annually over 26 pay periods from the General Fund, with an effective date of January 10, 2026.
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- 218 District Courts
- 189. Request for approval of the 2026 Harris County Jury Selection Plan adopted by the Harris County Board of District Judges.
- 190. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with the Houston Recovery Center to provide peer recovery support assistance for the Responsive Interventions for Change (RIC) docket for the Administrative Office of the District Courts (DCA) for the period of March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027 at a cost of $214,721.
- 221 Travel & Training
- 191. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 223 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OCA 1 Natl. Grants Mgmt. Assn. Grants Training 3/20-25/2026 Washington, DC $3,838 Other Conference 2. PHS 1 Assn. for Dental Safety dental infection 2/1-5/2026 Atlanta, GA $3,294 Other control bootcamp 3. PHS 8 Society for Public Health Education 4/21-25/2026 Portland, OR $23,232 Grant Conference 4. PHS 11 Today's Dietitian Symposium 5/17-21/2026 Orlando, FL $29,693 Grant 5. JUVPROB 1 American Psychology Law Society 3/10-15/2026 Reno, NV $2,375 Other Conference
- 224 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 6. C1 - K9 replacement visit* 11/30- Denver, IN $240 Other ($340 appvd. 12/11/2025 for 1 attnd.-add 12/4/2025 exp.) 7. C4 1 Digital forensics report authors course 2/16-18/2026 Hoover, AL - Other 8. SHERIFF 1 Drug Enforcement Administration meeting 12/15-18/2025 New York, NY $2,622 Other 9. SO-DET 3 American Correctional Association 2/4-9/2026 Long Beach, CA $7,065 Other Conference 10. IFS 2 Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade 1/20-23/2026 Las Vegas, NV $2,874 General Show & Conference 11. IFS 15 American Academy of Forensic Sciences 2/8-15/2026 New Orleans, LA $28,734 General meeting 12. CCLK 2 National Association of Counties 7/16-21/2026 New Orleans, LA $6,360 Other Conference & Exposition 13. PD 6 Gideon's Promise Leadership training 1/22-25/2026 Atlanta, GA $13,080 General 14. PBCT1 2 Tyler Tech Conference 4/6-10/2026 Las Vegas, NV $6,264 Other ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 54 Out of Texas average cost per attendee: $2,401 $129,671
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- 192. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests.
- 226 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OCE 1 International Right of Way Association Multiple Houston, TX $2,620 General online training ($14,165 appvd. 9/18/2025 for 3 attnds. -add attnd. & exp.) 2. OCE 1 Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure 11/6/2025 Houston, TX $850 General training course 3. OCE 1 American Institute of Architects 12/17/2025 Houston, TX $1,078 General membership renewal 4. OCE 1 Fiber optic technician training* 1/1-31/2026 Houston, TX $1,795 General 5. PHS 19 Acrobat prof. essentials & 508 TBD Houston, TX $18,985 General accessibility & forms training 6. PHS 1 Texas Women, Infants, and Children Multiple Austin, TX $10,390 Grant dietetic internship 7. PHS 10 Responsible entity training* 2/9-12/2026 Austin, TX $300 General $13,100 Grant 8. HCD 5 Build America, Buy America virtual 2/24/2026 Houston, TX $1,325 Grant training 9. JUVPROB 1 Autism diagnostic observation schedule Multiple Houston, TX $925 Grant virtual training 10. JUVPROB 1 Juvenile Justice Association of Texas 2/1-4/2026 S. Padre Island, TX $1,155 Grant Chief's Summit* ($11,495 appvd. 12/11/2025 for 9 attnds. -add attnd. & exp.) 11. JUVPROB 1 Mid-management leadership for 2/8-13/2026 Huntsville, TX $107 Grant corrections profs. training* $1,235 Other 12. JUVPROB 9 Juvenile Law Conference* 3/1-4/2026 Georgetown, TX $10,848 Grant 13. HCRCA 50 CRCG retreat for community partners 1/15/2026 Houston, TX $2,050 General
- 227 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 29. PD 5 Sex crime cases training 12/4-5/2025 Round Rock, TX $2,650 General 30. JP 2.1 4 Experienced court personnel/new clerk Multiple Various $4,600 General seminar 31. PCT1 1 Project related field coordination Multiple Various $1,528 Other ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 187 In Texas average cost per attendee: $676 $126,397 ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Total 241 Average cost per attendee: $1,063 $256,068 *Travel by county vehicle FY 2026 = 10/1/25-9/30/26
- 228 Grants
- 193. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services to increase the grant award by $368,633 and to revise the federal award information and certain attachments for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant.
- 194. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for additional grant funds in the amount of $51,922, with no required match, for the FY 2026 Women, Infants, and Children Program.
- 195. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services to revise the federal award information and certain attachments for the Cities Readiness Initiative Grant Program.
- 196. Request by the County Library for approval of a position effective January 10, 2026 for the FY26 Library Infrastructure Facility Improvement (LIFI) Expansion Program.
- 197. Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to accept an amendment to a subcontract agreement with the DePelchin Children’s Center/Texas Health & Human Services modifying the budget to $126,097.46 for the FY26 Community Mental Health Grant.
- 198. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of a position effective January 10, 2026 for the FY26 Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.
- 199. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval of a position effective January 10, 2026 for the FY26 Victim Assistance Grant Program.
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- 200. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Justice/Office of Justice Programs for grant funds in the amount of $420,280, with a required match of $420,280, for the FY25 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program.
- 201. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $134,904.65, with a required match of $33,879.72, for the FY27 General Traffic Safety Bicyclists Program.
- 202. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.Org) to extend the grant end date to December 31, 2026 for the Rideshare Program.
- 203. Request by the Institute of Forensic Sciences for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $750,000, with no required match, for the FY2027 Paul Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant Program.
- 204. Request by the District Attorney for approval of a position effective January 10, 2026 for the FY26 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant.
- 205. Request by Justice of the Peace 1-2 for approval to accept from the Houston Bar Foundation grant funds in the amount of $5,000, with no required match, for the FY26 Small Claims Fast-Track Mediation Initiative.
- 206. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for grant funds up to $1,500,000, with a required match of up to $500,000, and that the County Judge execute documents related to the application.
- 243 ARPA
- 207. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of the second amendment to the agreement with SEARCH Homeless Services reallocating $20,360.24 from A/E Administration/Inspections line item to the Construction line item to adequately cover the cost of construction with no overall impact on the project budget for the 1712 Pease Street Renovation project.
- 208. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with BakerRipley to update the budget in Exhibit B and add terms to the agreement regarding the fungibility of the budget for Child Care Contracted Slots Program for the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for the extended period of January 31, 2025 - December 31, 2026, at no cost to the County (220193), MWBE Contracted Goal: 2%.
- 209. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Houston Area Women's Center, Inc. to update Exhibit E of the agreement for Behavioral Health American Rescue Plan Act funding for the Office of County Administration for the extended period of January 31, 2026 - March 31, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (220163), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 247 Auditor
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- 210. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims.
- 211. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2026.
- 250 Tax Assessor-Collector
- 212. Request for approval of tax refund payments.
- 213. Request for approval, on behalf of Harris Central Appraisal District, to waive penalty, interest and collection fees assessed on a certain account for a total in the amount of $2,016.35 for tax year 2021 and 2022.
- 214. Request for approval, on behalf of Harris Central Appraisal District, to waive penalty, interest and collection fees assessed on a certain account for a total in the amount of $2,211.97 for tax year 2024.
- 215. Request for approval to lease 12 additional parking spaces at the Congress Plaza garage and approval of monthly payments in the amount of $840 to Lanier Parking for the period of January 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026.
- 255 Purchasing
- 216. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to 24/6 Technical Services LLC in the amount of $815,782 for inspection and preventative maintenance, repair of storm water pump stations, rental of various pumps for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 8, 2026 - December 31, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250018), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 217. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Dominion Construction & Supply LLC in the amount of $104,000 for furnishing and installation of solar-powered street lighting in the Castlewood Subdivision for Precinct 2 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received, with certain items not being awarded (250301), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.10%.
- 218. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Queen Constructors LLC in the amount of $1,603,382 for rehabilitation of concrete pavement along North and South Silver Green Drive for the BetterStreets2Neighborhoods Community Program for Precinct 2, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250315), MWBE Contracted Goal: 20.12%.
- 219. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to First Class Projects, Inc in the amount of $2,987,584 for channel repairs for White Oak Bayou (2025) for the Flood Control District and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250288), MWBE Contracted Goal: 17.14%.
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- 220. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Environmental Allies, LLC in the amount of $6,678,678 for rehabilitation of channels within Barker Reservoir for the Flood Control District and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250342), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.25%.
- 221. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low quote and that the County Judge execute an addendum to a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with Novacoast, Inc. in the amount of $318,066 for identity access management software renewal for Universal Services through September 30, 2026 providing settlement and full compensation for services rendered from September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 222. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid meeting specifications to Times Construction, Inc. in the amount of $4,715,210 for construction of hike and bike trail along Faulkey Gully for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250300), MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.92%.
- 223. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to ARS Construction LLC in the amount of $1,571,590 for construction of sidewalks for Cypress Station Area (2023) for Precinct 1 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250320), MWBE Contracted Goal: 31.64%.
- 224. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Creacom Inc. in the amount of $1,022,878 for Diode Dynamic Message Signs and static guide signs, preventative/emergency inspection and maintenance services and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 8, 2026 - January 7, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250244), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 225. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best bid to Wildernex LLC in the amount of $248,250 for nuisance animal control for the Flood Control District for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250324), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 226. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Brice Construction & Design LLC in the amount of $4,649,049 for drainage improvements for Forest Manor and Lake Houston Woodland Terrace Subdivisions (2019) for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250328), MWBE Contracted Goal: 23.83%.
- 227. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Environmental Allies, LLC in the amount of $2,539,099 for construction of the Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin for the Flood Control District (CDBG-DR/GLO), and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250353), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27.26%.
- 228. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Scotwood Industries LLC and Southwest Envirotx Partners, LLC dba Envirotx in the amount of $1,457,600 for certain items for de-icing/anti-icing material and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 8, 2026 - January 7, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250249), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 229. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest priced proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Miracle Recreation Equipment Company to design, provide, and install playground equipment at Doss Park for Precinct 2 for the period of January 8, 2026 - April 30, 2026, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250092), MWBE Contracted Goal: 11.09%.
- 230. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest quote meeting specifications and that the County Judge execute a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with SHI Government Solutions Inc in the amount of $90,478 for SolarWinds software and associated support, maintenance, monitoring, and licenses for the Toll Road Authority through August 12, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options for settlement and full compensation for services rendered from August 26, 2025 - December 31, 2025, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt -Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 231. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to D & W Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $2,361,096 for drainage improvements for Highland Ridge and Highland Estates Subdivision (2018) for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (250357), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16.13%.
- 232. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program award on the basis of low quote and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with N/S Corporation in the amount of $245,758 for rollover wash system for Precinct 4, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 233. Request for approval of a renewal option with Legacy Community Health Services, Inc., in the total amount of $656,353; St. Hope Foundation, Inc., in the total amount of $896,202; and The Montrose Center, $399,810 for Ryan White Program Part A Minority AIDS Initiative and Ending the HIV Epidemic Services for the Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027 (210417), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 234. Request for approval of a renewal option with Houston Area Community Services, Inc. DBA Avenue 360 Health & Wellness for temporary assisted living services for persons living with HIV in ongoing Ryan White care for the period of March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027, at a cost of $49,000.
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- 235. Request for approval of a renewal option with American Institutes for Research for Community Health and Violence Prevention Services (CHVPS) evaluation for Public Health Services for the period of April 10, 2026 - April 9, 2027, at a cost of $745,905 (240151), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.3%.
- 236. Request for approval of a renewal option with Galls, LLC for uniforms and related items for Precinct 2 for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $121,352 (230133), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 237. Request for approval of a renewal option with Hearst Newspapers, LLC d/b/a Houston Chronicle, at a cost of $450,000; Radio One of Texas II, LLC dba Radio One Houston, $500,000; KHOU-TV, Inc., $450,000; and Fox Television d/b/a KRIV FOX 26TV, $450,000 for advertising services and related items for Harris County for the period of April 23, 2026 - April 22, 2027 (220234), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 238. Request for approval of a renewal option with Salam International, Inc. for human remain pouches and related items for Harris County for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $46,227 (240063), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 239. Request for approval of a renewal option with Bob Barker Company, Inc. for inmate mattresses for the Sheriff's Office for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $500,000 (220115), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 240. Request for approval of a renewal option with Helena Agri Enterprises for horticultural chemicals and related items for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $645,078 (220032), MWBE Contracted Goal: Exempt 0%, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 241. Request for approval of a renewal option with Velocity Business Products (Primary); and Creative Offices Furniture, Inc. (Secondary) for office furniture for the Fire Marshal's Office for the period of May 8, 2026 - May 7, 2027, at a cost of $769,741 (250073), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 242. Request for approval of a renewal option with Galls, LLC (Primary); Webb's Uniforms (Secondary); and C & G Police Supply dba CG Wholesale (Tertiary) for uniforms and related items for the Fire Marshal's Office for the period of May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, at a cost of $131,765 (230030), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 243. Request for approval of a renewal option with ESO Solutions, Inc. for emergency reporting system for the Fire Marshal’s Office for the period of January 9, 2026 - January 8, 2027, at a cost of $43,239, in connection with a service agreement.
- 244. Request for approval of a renewal option with InspireCom, Inc. for wireless communication tower, equipment, maintenance and related services for Universal Services for the period of March 27, 2026 - March 26, 2027, at a cost of $400,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230495), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.1%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 245. Request for approval of a renewal option with Clinical Image Management Systems, LLC for digital radiography system for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of February 7, 2026 - February 6, 2027, at a cost of $25,000 (240346), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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- 246. Request for approval of a renewal option with IDEMIA Identity & Security USA LLC for automated fingerprint identification system for Harris County for the period of January 8, 2026 - January 7, 2027, at a cost of $3,620,379, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210072), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 247. Request for approval of an interlocal renewal option with the City of Piney Point Village to house, support, maintain, and confine or detain city prisoners in Harris County jails for the period of January 31, 2026 - January 30, 2027, with revenue in the amount of $102 per inmate per day, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 248. Request for approval of an interlocal renewal and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Texas Workforce Commission for data exchange services for the Domestic Relations Office for the period of February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2030, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 249. Request for approval of a Government Services Administration (GSA) Schedule 70 Cooperative Purchasing Program renewal option with DLT Solutions, LLC for Connect Government license, support, and maintenance for Universal Services for the period of February 15, 2026 - February 14, 2027, at a cost of $121,053, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 250. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with SHI Government Solutions, Inc. for SentinelOne license, maintenance, and support for Harris County for the period of January 9, 2026 - January 8, 2027 at a cost of $1,185,342, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 251. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Guardian Alliance Technologies, Inc in the amount of $100,000 for training, system documentation, hosting services, and maintenance of background investigation software for the Sheriff's Office for the period of January 9, 2026 - January 8, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 252. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Hart InterCivic in the amount of $112,138 for election security equipment for the County Clerk's Office, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
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- 253. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Corrections Software Solutions, LP in the amount of $153,600 for Case Management System (CMS) maintenance and support services for Pretrial Services for the period of February 12, 2026 - February 11, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 254. Request for approval of a personal services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with HillCo Partners, LLC for legislative liaison services at Austin, TX for Harris County for the period of January 9, 2026 - January 8, 2027, at a cost of $95,000, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 255. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with GovOS, Inc. in the additional amount of $480,000 for additional services for integrated land and personal records management system for the County Clerk's Office through the extended period ending December 16, 2026 (190205), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 256. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a sole source exemption agreement with Planview Delaware, LLC in the additional amount of $98,173 for software licenses, maintenance, and support for the information technology service management solution for Universal Services - Technology for the extended period of January 15, 2026 - January 14, 2027, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 257. Request for approval of additional funds to The Brandt Companies, LLC in the amount of $270,480 for additional work for each location due to unforeseen field conditions at each park for emergency generator installation at various locations for Precinct 3, in connection with a Choice Partners, a division of Harris County Department of Education Cooperative award approved by Commissioners Court on June 26, 2025, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 258. Request for approval to correct the amount for Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Inc. from $1,132,040 (as approved) to $1,151,462 (corrected) for Lift buses for Precinct 2 as approved by Commissioners Court on October 16, 2025, in connection with a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 259. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal on contingent workforce services for the Toll Road Authority (250111).
- 260. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal on voluntary supplemental insurance benefits and benefits administration platform portal for Harris County and the Flood Control District (250221).
- 261. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for Lynchburg Ferry Landing infrastructure inspection, maintenance, repairs and related items for the Toll Road Authority, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (250197), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 262. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with Data Shredding Services of Texas, Inc (assignor) to Vital Records Holdings, LLC (assignee) for recycling services and document destruction for Harris County effective September 15, 2025 (200328), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 263. Request for approval of a Public Health or Safety Exemption from the competitive bid requirements with Merck & Co., Inc. d/b/a Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC; GlaxoSmithKline Holdings (Americas) Inc. d/b/a GlaxoSmithKline LLC; and Sanofi Pasteur, Inc. in the amount of $1,600,000 for various vaccines for the Refugee Health Screening Program for Public Health Services through September 30, 2026 with additional mutually agreed upon renewal option(s), using grant funds provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Refugee Medical Assistance Program.
- 264. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Olathe Ford Sales Inc. in the amount of $196,041 for a bucket truck for the Office of the County Engineer, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 265. Request for approval of a ratification of a Public Health or Safety Exemption purchase from Texas AirSystems, LLC in the amount of $262,075 for emergency replacement Air Handling Unit (AHU) for the Toll Road Authority.
- 266. Request for approval to trade-in inventoried county property to Beckman Coulter, Inc. in the amount of $1,500 for one (1) Allegra X30 with centrifuge (Equipment #H00000002354) for the Institute of Forensic Sciences being used towards new forensic equipment.
- 267. Request for approval to remove inventory items listed on Auditor’s Form 3351 for Commissioner Pct. 3.
- 268. 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 November 24, 2025 - December 22, 2025.
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- 269. Request for discussion and possible action regarding an update on the Vision Zero Plan implementation.
- 270. Request for approval of an agreement with The Greater Channel Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. to provide educational programming on drowning prevention and lifeguard training to youth at Precinct One facilities.
- 271. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with the Harris County One for All Foundation to allow Precinct One to assist in developing informational materials for the Foundation’s use describing Precinct One programs, to allow the Foundation to use Precinct One facilities, and to allow Precinct One to designate staff to coordinate and align efforts between Precinct One and the Foundation.
- 272. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 1 FY26 Equipment project in the amount of $2,500,000, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $2,500,000.
- 273. Request for approval to accept from Knudson LP a donation of various office furniture, including six desks, eight bookshelves, one table, and thirteen chairs, with the appraised market value of $15,728.
- 274. Request for approval to use Precinct One charter buses for the purpose of providing transportation for youth who participate in the Precinct One Aquatics Program between the Linkwood Community Center to/from the Harris County Aquatics Center.
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- 275. Request for approval of concessionaire agreements with various sports leagues and clubs for a term of one year beginning on February 1, 2026, and may be renewed with the County for up to four (4) additional one-year terms.
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- 276. Request for approval of a Letter of Intent for the Proposed Lease of real property by Harris County to Advocates of a Latino Museum of Cultural and Visual Arts & Archive Complex in Houston, Harris County (ALMAAHH), a non-profit organization, to build a Latino arts and culture complex.
- 277. Request for approval of merchandise, food and drinks sales for a community festival and carnival event for the Northwest Baseball Opening Day event on March 21, 2026, at the Doss Park and Doss baseball fields.
- 278. Request for approval of advanced entry fees for the Bike Around the Bay on October 18, 2026, at Sylvan Beach.
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- 279. Request for approval of an Emergency Operations Staging Area Site Agreement with Klein Independent School District for Precinct 3 to use designated portions of the Klein Multipurpose Property to complete debris operations following a natural disaster.
- 280. Request for approval to accept an affidavit and petition submitted by the residents of Fairway Farms Sections 1 and 2 to lower the speed limit to 20 MPH in accordance with sec. 545.355 of the Texas Transportation Code.
- 281. Request for approval to accept from Debbie Nelson a donation of greenhouse equipment with an estimated value of $66 to be used at Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- 282. Request for approval to accept from Joseph T. Smith a donation of $485.95 to purchase a 65-gallon Shumard oak memorial tree to be planted at Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- 283. Request for approval to accept from Susan Hensel Burnell a donation of 100 gladiolus dalenii bulbs with an estimated value of $125 to be planted at Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- 284. Request for approval to accept from The Mercer Society a donation of 21 camellia plants and 2 wisteria plants with an estimated value of $660 to be planted at Mercer Botanic Gardens.
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- 285. Request for approval to accept from Vyanda Vongphachanh a donation of 3 plumeria plants with an estimated value of $300 to be planted at Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- 286. Request for approval to allow Jesse Jones Park Volunteers to raise funds to support Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center by accepting donations, the selling of crafts, plants, non-alcoholic beverages, merchandise and by organizing the sale of food from food trucks on March 7, 2026 for NatureFest, March 28, 2026 for NatureFest Plant surplus sale, October 24, 2026 for Tricks and Treats Among the Trees, November 14, 2026 for Forest Fest, and December 12, 2026 for Homestead for the Holidays.
- 287. Request for approval to use Precinct 3 buses to transport residents in partnership with Sam Houston State University school on February 6, 2026.
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- 288. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and Katy Girls Softball Association in connection with Paul D. Rushing Park.
- 289. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and StandOUT Youth for the provision of community-based programs addressing issues related to mental health, leadership development, and various skill-building workshops at Precinct 4 community centers through September 30, 2026, renewing for a term of five (5) years, at no cost to the County.
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- 290. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for Harris County Precinct 4 to enter into the Community Partner Program as a Level 3 Case Assistance Site Community Partner to enhance HHSC programs.
- 291. Request for approval of the Adopt a County Road agreement with DCCM Infrastructure, Inc., for cleanup along the roadside of Greenhouse Road beginning at Clay Rd. and ending at Kieth Harrow Blvd., for approximately one mile and for a term ending on January 31, 2027.
- 292. Request for approval of the Adopt a County Road agreement with Freeman FFA for cleanup along the roadside of Longenbaugh Rd. beginning at Katy Hockley Rd. and ending at Pitts Rd., for approximately one mile and for a term ending on November 30, 2026.
- 293. Request for approval to accept from International Management District a donation in the amount of $2,500.00 to provide food and beverages to the community at the Arthur Storey Pavilion Ribbon Cutting, scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026.
- 294. Request for approval to accept from Clint Paschall the donation of a disc golf basket and concrete for installation at Mary Jo Peckham Park, valued at $350.00.
- 295. Request for approval to accept from Leo’s Club of Tompkins High School the donation of items to create a community garden at Mary Jo Peckham Park to grow food for local food banks, valued at $462.00.
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- 296. Request for approval to accept from SpawGlass a donation in the amount of $3,000.00 to provide food and beverages to the community at the Arthur Storey Pavilion Ribbon Cutting, scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026.
- 297. Request for approval to sponsor the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Black Heritage Committee Annual Gala in the amount of $1,800.00.
- 298. Request for approval to sponsor a lunch benefiting Houston Independent School District teachers in the amount of $2,241.75, to be held on January 9, 2026.
- 299. Request for approval for the American Lebanese Cultural Center (ALCC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, to hold the ALCC Carnival on Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, 2026, at George Bush Park, including on-site vendors.
- 300. Request for approval for the Bigfoot Running Company to hold the Rodeo Stampede, a 5/10k and 1/2 marathon race, on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at John Paul Landing Park, including the collection of a participation fee.
- 301. Request for approval for the Bodies Race Company to hold the Time Travel 5/10k and 1/2 marathon race, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at John Paul Landing Park, including the collection of a participation fee.
- 302. Request for approval for FamilyPoint Resources to hold the 9th Annual FPR Hay Bale Cross Country Championship fundraiser on Saturday, October 3, 2026, and the Texas Youth Cross Country State fundraiser on Saturday, November 7, 2026, both at Nottingham Park.
- 303. Request for approval for the Motes Family to hold a community fun run fundraiser, benefiting Friends 4 Life animal shelter, on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Jaycee Park.
- 304. Request for approval for Katy Pride LGBTQ, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to hold the Katy Pride Celebration at the Bear Creek Rodeo Arena, located in Bear Creek Pioneers Park, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, including third-party vendors and food trucks.
- 305. Request for approval of three positions effective January 10, 2026.
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- 306. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of Fiscal Year 2026 Priority Project Plans related to implementation of the Harris County Strategic Plan.
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- 307. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration for a FY2026 Revolving Energy Efficiency Fund (REEF) budget update.
- 308. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of an update regarding preparation for implementation of the Harris County Worksite Safety Policy.
- 309. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of investment transactions and maturities for the period of November 24 - December 27, 2025.
- 310. Transmittal by Human Resources and Talent of changes to classifications on certain positions.
- 311. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of January 2026 Status Update for the 2018 Harris County Subdivision Drainage Improvement Program.
- 312. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of the change of project name from Grant Road Segment 4 - from Cypress Rose Hill Road to Telge Road - 2018 to Grant Road Segment 4 - 2,700 feet east of Kitzman Road to Telge Road, all Harris County Departments including but not limited to; the County Attorney, County Auditor, County Purchasing Agent, Universal Services, and the Office of the County Engineer, will be authorized and directed to perform any and all necessary acts, within their respective duties, towards updating the project name on all pertinent documents and files, UPIN 20104MF1BM01, Precinct 3.
- 313. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of the change to the electric meter ESID number for 3616 ½ Treaschwig Rd, Humble TX 77338 - from 1008901023901484560118 to 1008901025006159460125 and for 21420 ½ Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, Texas 77338 - from 1008901006901483890118 to 1008901025006159410125 for Project “Treaschwig Rd A (Phase 1) - from 1,000' west of Aldine Westfield Rd to west of Cypress Creek - 2014”, UPIN 14104MF08X01, Precinct 3.
- 314. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Mar-Con Services, LLC, in connection with Aldine Village (EAST) Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, Job No. 23/0360, UPIN 24208MF33K01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 24%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 315. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Spawglass Construction Corp., in connection with 7400 W Sam Houston Pkwy (Art Storey Park) - New Pavilion - 2022, Job No. 24/0202, UPIN 23104MF2MF01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.75%, MWBE Current Participation: 25.52%.
- 316. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Bear Services, LP in connection with Hike and Bike Trail - Exploration Green Trail - 2023, Job No. 21/0365, UPIN 24102MF34301, Precinct 2.
- 317. 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.
- 318. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a certificate of substantial completion with Lecon, Inc., for general repairs in North Harris County (Project ID Z100-00-00-X300, Job No. 24/0122, Precincts 3 and 4).
- 319. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of the executed amendment to the agreement with the Texas General Land Office (GLO), to approve seven additional projects for the CDBG-MIT Program (GLO Contract No. 24-064-000-E151).
- 320. Transmittal by the Sheriff’s Office of renewal of a software agreement with Northpointe, Inc. dba equivant, a Delaware Corporation for the Jail Classification system for the period of January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026.
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- 321. Transmittal by the Sheriff’s Office of renewal of an agreement with Keefe Commissary Network, LLC to continue to provide inmate commissary services from April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027 at various detention facilities.
- 322. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the November 13, 2025 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 323. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the November 20, 2025 business court meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 324. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the Order Appointing, Oath of Office, and Statement of Officer for Sonia Lopez, Associate Judge, Harris County Civil Courts at Law.
- 325. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the Oath of Office and Statement of Officer for Jermaine Thomas, Judge of the Harris County Civil Court at Law Number 5.
- 326. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 for the year ending December 31, 2024.
- 327. Transmittal by the Auditor of the unaudited and unadjusted monthly financial report for the month of October 2025.
- 328. Transmittal by the County Treasurer of the Harris County Treasurer’s October 2025 Report.
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- 329. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for rehabilitation of the Grayson/Baldree Community Center for Precinct 2 (250407).
- 330. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for construction of Keegans Bayou Stormwater Detention Basin (Phase 1) near Old Richmond Road (CDBG-DR/GLO, EPA) (250391).
- 331. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for hydro-insensitive high density polyurethane foam materials and related items for Precinct 3 (250390).
- 332. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for excavation and clearing of East T.C. Jester Stormwater Detention Basin for the Flood Control District (250392).
- 333. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty chassis and cabs vehicle(s), related equipment and accessories for Harris County (250306).
- 334. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for rough grading of the Bear Creek Stormwater Detention Basin for the Flood Control District (250401).
- 335. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for repair of various roads within Northshore area (2024) for the BetterStreets2Neighborhoods community program for Precinct 2 (250405).
- 336. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for bridge maintenance repairs to De Zavalla Road at HCFCD Unit N101-00-00 for Precinct 2 (250404).
- 337. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for park and road improvements at Eisenhower Park (2024) for Precinct 1 (FEMA) (250409).
- 338. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of notice of receipt of funds in the total amount of $172,344.86 from the sale of surplus and confiscated property through the county’s Public Surplus Online Auction and Houston Auto Auction for the period of November 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025.
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- 339. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of bids and proposals for advertised jobs that were opened December 15, 22, and 29, 2025 and January 5, 2026.
- 386 Executive Session
- 387 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.
- 340. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code, Sec. 551.074, for the purpose of discussion and possible action regarding the position of the County Attorney.
- 341. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Dr. Jacquie Baly, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Women’s Commission for a term ending December 31, 2027.
- 342. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. §551.074, for discussion and possible action regarding potential candidates for County Administrator.
- 343. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of members to the Harris County Broadband Task Force, for two-year terms ending January 8, 2028.
- 344. Request by Universal Services for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.076, for discussion and possible action regarding the deployment of security and cybersecurity devices and an update on the audit of Harris County’s data and cybersecurity needs, and review of regional cybersecurity.
- 393 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 394 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.
- 345. Request by the Office of County Administration for discussion and possible action on the Prompt Pay Project, part of the Procure to Pay (P2P) portfolio of projects.
- 346. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to decrease commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the close out of the AFIS Replacement project in the amount of $715,000 for a total net CP funding of $2,930,000.
- 347. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to consider action to appoint a County Investment Officer for Harris County in accordance with applicable State law and County Policy.
- 349. Request by Public Health Services for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Mosquito Control Chemical Storage Building Improvement project for an authorization of $411,400 and commercial paper funding in the amount of $415,000.
- 350. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to accept from the Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division, grant funds in the amount of $92,244.68, with no required match, for the FY26 Gang Recidivism Intervention Program (GRIP) Specialty Courts Grant Program, with an indirect cost exemption request due the grant being reduced by the grantor each year.
- 351. Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Waller Independent School District for the period of August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026 for one Youth Service Specialist, and for Waller ISD to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $44,654 per Youth Service Specialist which represents one-half of the total personnel and mileage cost for each position.
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- 352. Request by the County Clerk for approval to establish an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston Police Department (HPD) to provide law enforcement personnel to participate in the Election Security Task Force for the November 2025 General and Special Elections, as well as the upcoming March 2026 Primary Elections, May 2026 Primary Runoff Elections, and November 2026 General Election.
- 353. Request by the County Clerk for approval to lease seven reserved and six unreserved parking spaces from Lanier Parking at 1019 Congress Street Garage for the period of October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, at a total cost of $8,280.00.
- 354. Request by the District Clerk for approval to renew fifteen (15) unreserved parking spaces at 1401 Congress Street, Houston, Texas 77002 for the period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 at an annual cost of $15,300.
- 355. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of an Agreement for Professional Services and Settlement with Greenberg Traurig, LLP and West & Associates, LLP, in connection with certain public finance and other matters relating to Harris County and to provide full compensation for certain services provided.
- 356. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing a Second Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Wright Close Barger & Guzman, LLP in connection with legal services related to Section 41.006 of the Government Code and proposed new Chapter 56 in Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code.
- 357. Request by the County Attorney for approval to file a lawsuit against Country Terrace Water Company, Inc. for failure to comply with Texas Water Code Chapters 7 and 26 and TCEQ Permit No. WQ0011955001 at its wastewater treatment plant located at 2503 Goldenrod Street, Highlands, Texas 77562.
- 358. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with ContentActive, LLC in the amount of $118,800 for ContentActive Mobile App for the County Clerk’s Office for the period of January 8, 2026 - January 7, 2027 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 359. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for discussion and possible action to postpone the presentation of the Harris Health community engagement report regarding the Ben Taub Hospital Expansion Project.
- 360. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution to commend the City Wide Club of Houston for serving over 30,000 meals on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Eve.
- 361. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 2 Public Work Equipment project in the amount of $1,250,000, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $1,250,000.
- 362. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 2 HVAC and Roof Upgrade project in the amount of $2,156,250, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $2,160,000.
- 363. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 3 FY26 Vehicle and Equipment Acquisition project in the amount of $2,500,000, and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $2,500,000.
- 364. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Harris County Engineer Traffic Signal Maintenance program.
- 365. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion on compliance with Senate Bill 1933.
- 366. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion on the Harris County Toll Road initiatives that were agreed upon during the last state legislative session.
- 367. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on Harris County Hospital District issues.
- 368. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery projects that have a deadline of March 2027.
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- 369. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the deadlines for Commissioners Court agenda items.
- 370. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion on the Astrodome study.
- 371. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for an Executive Session pursuant to Government Code Section 551.071 for discussion and possible action regarding the functions of the County Treasurer’s Office.
- 422 Resolutions
- 423 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 4:00 pm or upon completion of the regular order of business whichever is earlier.
- 372. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating January 2026 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Harris County, TX.
- 373. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution recognizing Marvalnette Taylor Hamilton on her retirement after 22 years of service to Harris County.
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- 374. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution to recognize the significance of the Harris County Ready to Serve Volunteer Recruitment Initiative.
- 375. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution in memory of Rabbi Roy Allen Walter of Congregation Emanu El.
- 376. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution to commemorate the retirement of Alex Bunin from the Harris County Public Defender’s Office.
- 377. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Harris County for receiving the NAFA Award as 2025 Green Garage Recipients from the NAFA Fleet Management Association for excellence in fleet operations.
- 378. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day January 9, 2026.
- 379. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution remembering Felicia Nichole Ruiz.
- 380. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January as Muslim American Heritage Month.
- 381. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January 19, 2026, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
- 382. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
- 383. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing County Attorney Christian Menefee’s dedicated service to Harris County.
- 384. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Memorial Elementary School, located at 6401 Arnot Street, Houston, TX 77007.
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- 437 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 6:03 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 8, 2026. On this the 12th day of February, 2026. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy
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- 526 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 14. CAC 30 Adaptive leadership training Multiple Houston, TX $11,940 Other 15. C1 1 Canine narcotics class - training & Multiple Houston, TX $2,500 Other certification* 16. C1 1 Civil process course* 5/3-5/2026 Galveston, TX $1,890 Other 17. C4 2 Investigating violent crime scenes 1/20-22/2026 Texas City, TX $1,190 Other training* 18. C5 1 Patrol rifle instructor course* 4/21-23/2026 Bryan, TX $1,170 Other 19. SHERIFF 1 Southwest Texas Fusion Center 12/14-17/2025 San Antonio, TX $1,029 General Conference* 20. SHERIFF 10 CellHawk certified user online training Multiple Houston, TX $4,500 General 21. SHERIFF - Event data recorder analyst course* 1/12-16/2026 Houston, TX - General ($8,055 appvd. 6/26/2025 for 9 attnds. -date change) 22. SHERIFF 1 Employment laws certificate online 3/16-17/2026 Houston, TX $995 General program 23. SHERIFF 15 Field training officer course* 5/18-19/2026 Humble, TX $3,481 General $536 Other 24. SO-DET 1 Enh. incident mgmt. unified command TEEX 1/12-16/2026 College Station, TX $1,200 Other training* 25. SO-DET 2 Women in criminal justice training* 2/8-12/2026 Galveston, TX $3,510 General 26. SO-DET 6 Texas Jail Assocation Conference* 5/3-8/2026 San Marcos, TX $10,040 General 27. IFS 1 Texas Forensic Science Commission Multiple Austin, TX $2,145 General meetings 28. DCLK 4 County and District Clerks' Association 2/10-13/2026 San Marcos, TX $4,730 General of Texas Conference*
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- 901 County Administration
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- 910 County Administration
- 2. Request for discussion and possible action to update the Commissioners Court meetings calendar for 2026.
- 913 Human Resources and Talent
- 10. Request for discussion and approval of the proposed Compensation Philosophy.
- 918 Commissioners Court recessed at 1:05 P.M.
- 921 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 2:14 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
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- 927 County Engineer
- 55. Request for approval to amend the scope of work and budget allocation in the agreement with DCCM America, LLC, for the Harris County Transportation Master Plan (HCTMP) to add tasks related to the Vision Zero policy review of standards policies and guidelines, and the updates of the Vision Zero Action Plan and Geometric Design Guidelines.
- 933 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 364. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Harris County Engineer Traffic Signal Maintenance program.
- 939 County Engineer
- 55. Request for approval to amend the scope of work and budget allocation in the agreement with DCCM America, LLC, for the Harris County Transportation Master Plan (HCTMP) to add tasks related to the Vision Zero policy review of standards policies and guidelines, and the updates of the Vision Zero Action Plan and Geometric Design Guidelines.
- 948 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 364. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Harris County Engineer Traffic Signal Maintenance program.
- 956 County Engineer
- 55. Request for approval to amend the scope of work and budget allocation in the agreement with DCCM America, LLC, for the Harris County Transportation Master Plan (HCTMP) to add tasks related to the Vision Zero policy review of standards policies and guidelines, and the updates of the Vision Zero Action Plan and Geometric Design Guidelines.
- 964 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 364. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Harris County Engineer Traffic Signal Maintenance program.
- 973 County Engineer
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- 995 Purchasing
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- 120. Request for approval of 23 positions effective January 10, 2026, to support the newly approved Harris County Safety Record Policy.
- 1010 Housing and Community Development
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- 1023 Judge Hidalgo left the courtroom at 3:03 P.M.
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- 1027 ARPA
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- 1044 Commissioner, Precinct 4
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- 1066 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 1082 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 3:47 P.M. for Items 342, 343, 344, 370, and 371.
- 1084 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 4:40 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
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- 372. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating January 2026 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Harris County, TX.
- 374. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution to recognize the significance of the Harris County Ready to Serve Volunteer Recruitment Initiative.
- 1109 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 5:10 P.M. and returned at 5:12 P.M. She did not miss any vote.
- 1112 Commissioner Garcia left the courtroom at 5:12 P.M. and returned at 5:14 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
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- 1115 Resolutions
- 375. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution in memory of Rabbi Roy Allen Walter of Congregation Emanu El.
- 377. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Harris County for receiving the NAFA Award as 2025 Green Garage Recipients from the NAFA Fleet Management Association for excellence in fleet operations.
- 1122 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 5:21 P.M.
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- 378. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day January 9, 2026.
- 380. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January as Muslim American Heritage Month.
- 379. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution remembering Felicia Nichole Ruiz.
- 381. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January 19, 2026, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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- 1136 Commissioner Ellis returned to the courtroom at 5:45 P.M.
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- 382. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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