Commissioners Court
1001 Preston, 1st Floor
Agenda — 506 items
- 1 Public Notice
- 2 May 15, 2025 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING
- 3 Opening Prayer
- 4 Rev. Brandon Battle of The Lord’s Glory Church in Humble introduced by the Commissioner of Precinct 3.
- 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 will also be limited to one (1) minute and will address the Court after all agenda related comments have been made. 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.
- 10 Resolutions
- 10 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a regular session at 10:18 A.M. Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 1. Request by the County Judge and the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a joint resolution to commend and honor former County Administrator Diana Ramirez for her dedicated service to the citizens of Harris County.
- 2. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating May 2025 as National Water Safety Month and the start of Summer Heat Safety Season.
- 3. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Children’s Assessment Center.
- 4. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution commemorating the 35th Anniversary of the Texas Legislative Internship Program and the 2025 Class.
- 5. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life of Scott Simon Gertner.
- 6. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution remembering Caleb Rickenbacher.
- 16 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 10:43 A.M. and returned at 10:52 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 7. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution honoring Assistant Chief David Jones for his forty years of service with the Harris County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office.
- 8. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing May 2025 as Older Americans Month.
- 9. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing May 28, 2025, as World Hunger Day.
- 19 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
- 20 COVID-19
- 10. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to close out the Community Prosperity Program (CPP), including all active contracts, and reallocate remaining funds to Rental Assistance, Homelessness, and Food & Nutrition programs.
- 11. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of a report describing monthly progress in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund administration and to submit the report on a quarterly basis going forward.
- 22 Public Hearing for Item 233 was from 10:59 A.M. through 10:59 A.M.
- 12. Request by Public Health Services for approval of the Order to Abate a Public Nuisance at multiple locations in Precincts 1, 2, 3, and 4 under The American Rescue Plan Act-Neighborhood Nuisance Abatement Program.
- 13. Request by Public Health Services for approval to transfer two positions to the COVID-19 Immunization grant effective May 31, 2025.
- 25 County Administration
- 25 Public Hearings
- 14. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Procure to Pay project updates.
- 15. Request for discussion and possible action regarding coordinating activities related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- 16. Request for discussion and possible action on proposed updates to the Harris County Travel, Training, and Business Meeting Policy.
- 17. Request by the Harris County Judge for discussion and possible approval of a resolution, on behalf of the Harris County Flood Control District, to the Chief Appraiser of the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) requesting that Conservation and Reclamation Districts be permitted to participate in the 2025 election for the Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
- 29 page break
- 18. Request for approval to amend the bylaws for the Harris County Safe School Commission.
- 31 Management and Budget
- 31 Public Hearing for Item 234 was from 10:59 A.M. through 11:00 A.M.
- 19. Request for discussion for an update to the Harris County 5-Year Financial Plan.
- 20. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY25 2nd Quarter budget projections and FY26 Current Level of Service projections.
- 21. Request for approval to pay commercial paper interest.
- 22. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Infrastructure Enhancements Replacement project in the additional amount of $1,470,000 for a total CP funding of $16,940,000.
- 35 Public Hearing for Item 235 was from 11:01 A.M. through 11:01 A.M.
- 23. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Networking - Repair Replace project in the additional amount of $1,860,000 for a total CP funding of $19,320,000.
- 24. Request for approval of an order ratifying and confirming the terms and provisions of the Harris County General Obligation Unlimited Tax Commercial Paper Notes, Series C, as established by the Eighth Amended and Restated Order relating thereto; approving such Eighth Amended and Restated Order; and containing other matters relating thereto.
- 25. 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 $300,499 and one workers’ compensation recovery in the total amount of $1,624; tort claim and other settlement recommendations in the amount of $44,441; denial of 35 claims; claims for damages received; and that the County Judge execute three releases in exchange for payment to the county in the amount of $42,710 in connection with property damage claims.
- 26. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments.
- 39 Resolutions
- 40 Human Resources and Talent
- 27. Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions.
- 42 County Engineer
- 28. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County, a body corporate and politic under laws of the State of Texas of a 0.2658 acre tract 1 and 0.0914 acre tract 2 to 2000 Nance, LLC, a Texas limited liability company, from the Precinct 2 Non-Project related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers project, tract 2000 Nance Tracts 1 & 2 - Sale, for the combined appraised value of $450,000.00, and that the County Judge execute the purchase and sale agreement, UPIN 24102MF2ZM01, Precinct 2.
- 43 County Engineer
- 29. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of a 0.0551 acre parcel KY23-104 water line easement to the City of Houston, a municipal corporation situated in Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery Counties, Texas from the HCFCD General Sales, tract C100-00-00-09-601.0 - Sale, for the appraised value of $11,780.00, and that the County Judge execute the Easement Conveyance, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 1.
- 30. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Resalire Infrastructure Solutions, LLC, in the amount of $954,527.80 for developing a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan for Precinct 4 to cover all possible natural disasters, UPIN 24208MF3JV01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21.415%, subject to a revision of the scope.
- 30. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Resalire Infrastructure Solutions, LLC, in the amount of $954,527.80 for developing a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan for Precinct 4 to cover all possible natural disasters, UPIN 24208MF3JV01, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21.415%, subject to a revision of the scope.
- 31. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Cypress Creek Utility District to relocate their facilities and related appurtenances for Norchester Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF14S01, Precinct 3.
- 46 page break
- 32. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Pasadena Economic Development Corporation (Pasadena EDC) for the proposed non-standard maintenance features for design and construction of a closed storm sewer system on Fairmont Parkway, from Burke Road to 500 feet east of Preston Avenue, and the county will continue to maintain ROW and Roadway and Pasadena EDC will maintain all aspects of drainage including boxes, laterals, inlets and manholes located in Harris County Precinct 2.
- 33. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement between Harris County and North Harris County Regional Water Authority to acquire right-of-way along Grant Road from Cypress Rose Hill Road to Telge Road, and along Telge Road from Grant Road to Boudreaux Road, Precinct 3, UPIN 24103MF3H701.
- 48 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
- 34. Request for approval of plat Amira Sec 26 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,400.00. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 4.
- 35. Request for approval of plat Avalon At Cypress West Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $3,350.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 50 Grants
- 36. Request for approval of plat Balmoral Sec 27 Partial Replat No 1 with a financial surety in the amount of $1,090.00. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 3.
- 132. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of an amendment to the subrecipient agreement with the Geotechnology Research Institute of the Houston Advanced Research Center, to pass through additional grant funds in the amount of $2,902,119 for the EPA-funded Solar for All program.
- 37. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Central Sec 2 with a financial surety in the amount of $5,455.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 52 Purchasing
- 38. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Central Sec 3 with a financial surety in the amount of $5,750.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 204. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Baylor College of Medicine at no cost during the first renewal term for clinical services at the Bayland Community Center for Precinct 4 for the period of October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 39. Request for approval of plat Elyson Cy Fair Sec 1 with a financial surety in the amount of $6,075.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4.
- 40. Request for approval of plat Intercontinental Crossing Annex with a financial surety in the amount of $1,880.00. Consultant, THE PINNELL GROUP, LLC, Precinct 1.
- 55 Commissioner, Precinct 4
- 41. Request for approval of plat Holderrieth Road Street Dedication Sec 5 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,220.00. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 4.
- 42. Request for approval of plat Winward Cove Sec 1 with a financial surety in the amount of $9,170.00. Consultant, ELEVATION LAND SOLUTIONS, Precinct 4.
- 57 page break
- 43. Request for approval of plat Avalon At Cypress Reserve Sec 2. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 44. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Mason Road Street Dedication Sec 7 with a financial surety in the amount of $1,860.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 59 Transmittals
- 45. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Mason Road Street Dedication Sec 8 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,120.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 46. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Mason Road Street Dedication Sec 9 And Reserve with a financial surety in the amount of $2,220.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 47. Request for approval of plat Bridgeland Peek Road Street Dedication Sec 6 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,320.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4.
- 48. Request for approval of plat Dezavala Properties. Consultant, OWENS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC, Precinct 2.
- 63 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 49. Request for approval of plat FM 2100 Reserve. Consultant, HOVIS SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 3.
- 50. Request for approval of plat Garrett Complex. Consultant, OWENS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC, Precinct 1.
- 287. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with ChaseSource, LP and Employment & Training Centers, Inc. in the additional amount up to $15,025,000 for services until rebid process is complete and new contract awarded for contingent workforce services for the Toll Road Authority for the extended term until new contract award, and subject to approval of payment of Audited Claims (230291), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%.
- 51. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie ESD. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 4.
- 52. Request for approval of plat Jarvis Business Park. Consultant, THE PINNELL GROUP, LLC, Precinct 3.
- 53. Request for approval of plat Langham Creek Utility District Water Plant No 2. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 4.
- 68 Executive Session
- 54. Request for approval of plat Memorial 529 Square. Consultant, WINDROSE, Precinct 4.
- 55. Request for approval of plat Pineland Development. Consultant, HRS AND ASSOCIATES, LLC, Precinct 1.
- 260. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Dr. Quianta Moore, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 56. Request for approval of plat QuikTrip Store 4622. Consultant, MATKINHOOVER ENGINEERING & SURVEYING, Precinct 4.
- 261. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Christa Stoneham, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation, Position 8, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 57. Request for approval of plat SCI Land Acquisitions. Consultant, OWENS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC, Precinct 4.
- 72 page break
- 58. Request for approval of plat St Charles Place Section 2 Partial Replat No 11. Consultant, ADVANCE SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 3.
- 59. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for Nash FM 529, LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company in the amount of $2,925.00 for Elyson Sec 47, Precinct 4.
- 262. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Kara Levy, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Essential Workers Board, for a term ending May 22, 2028.
- 60. Request for approval to release financial surety for development projects for Nash FM 529, LLC, A Delaware Limited Liability Company in the amount of $2,320.00 for Elyson Sec 46, Precinct 4.
- 61. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Beazer Homes Texas, L.P., A Delaware Limited Partnership & GP 344, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $2,280.00 for Cypress Heights Drive Street Dedication Sec 4, Precinct 4.
- 62. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Beazer Homes Texas, L.P., A Delaware Limited Partnership by: Beazer Homes Texas Holdings, Inc. Its General Partner & GP 334, Ltd a Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $3,375.00 for Amira Sec 22, Precinct 4.
- 77 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 63. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for D.R. Horton-Texas, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $4,495.00 for Breckenridge East Sec 7, Precinct 3.
- 64. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for D.R. Horton-Texas, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $5,000.00 for Breckenridge East Sec 6, Precinct 3.
- 65. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Taylor Morrison of Texas, Inc., A Texas Corporation in the amount of $4,965.00 for Avalon at Cypress Sec 1, Precinct 3.
- 265. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Paul Shanklin, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Harris County Housing Authority Board, Position 3, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 66. 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 8210 ½ Beckford Drive, Houston, Texas 77072 for electrical power serving a traffic signal, Traffic Signal - Beechnut Street at Beckford Drive - FY22-23, UPIN 24035MF35K01, Precinct 4.
- 67. 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 10601 ½ Will Clayton Parkway, Humble, Texas 77338 (intersection of Will Clayton Parkway and Hunters Terrace Drive) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, ePermits Project Number: 2412180173, Precinct 3.
- 68. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement (SOLS) with CenterPoint Energy to install eight (8) braces on the primary poles, in multiple locations, in connection with Humble Road Place and Parkland Estates Subdivisions Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 21090MF22H01, Precincts 1 and 2.
- 266. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Alexie Swirsky, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Harris County Area Agency on Aging Area Planning Advisory Council, for a term ending May 22, 2028.
- 69. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by KCI Technologies, Inc., for Norchester Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF14S01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWBE Current Participation: 51%.
- 70. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by IDS Engineering Group Inc., for Barrett Station (Phase 1 - Dreamland Place) Subdivision Drainage Improvements aka Barrett Station Drainage Improvements Project, UPIN 19102MF17801, Precinct 3.
- 71. Request for approval to execute a Utility Adjustment Agreement with Kinder Morgan Texas Pipeline, LLC in the amount of $2,378,052.00 to relocate utilities in connection with Roland Road and Related Infrastructure Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19103MF14C01, Precinct 4.
- 86 County Administration
- 72. Request for approval to execute a Crossing and Encroachment Consent with Enbridge, to construct an 8' wide hike and bike trail along Harris County Flood Control Channel and City of Deer Park Right of Way, UPIN 24102MF34A01, Precinct 2.
- 73. Request for approval to execute a Crossing and Encroachment Consent with Enbridge, to construct 10' wide hike and bike trail around the South Belt Stormwater Detention Basin, UPIN 24102MF34B01, Precinct 2.
- 74. Request for approval of a change in contract with Precise Services, Inc., in connection with final construction of Crosby Township/MUD Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 38 calendar days, with a deduction in the amount of $20,701.57, Job No. 23/0438-3, UPIN 19102MF12Q01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 24%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 14. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Procure to Pay project updates.
- 75. Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with Intersection Improvement - Vickery Street at Lauder Road - 2021, adding 64 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $5,710.96, Job No. 24/0084-2, UPIN 22102MF2G801, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28.35%, MWBE Current Participation: 14.96%.
- 76. Request for approval of a change in contract with Roman Emperors Road, LLC, in connection with final construction of The Hill at Sims / Scott Street Greenway Multi-Use Trail - 2022, with a deduction in the amount of $62,757.80, Job No. 24/0066-2, UPIN 23101MF2W201, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 30%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 77. Request for approval of a change in contract with J Rivas Construction, LLC, in connection with Hike and Bike Trail - HCFCD Lauder Road Basin - Phase I - Precinct 2, with an addition in the amount of $144,507.48, Job No. 22/0064-1, UPIN 23102MF2T401, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 15%, MWBE Current Participation: 95.03%.
- 17. Request by the Harris County Judge for discussion and possible approval of a resolution, on behalf of the Harris County Flood Control District, to the Chief Appraiser of the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) requesting that Conservation and Reclamation Districts be permitted to participate in the 2025 election for the Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
- 78. Request for approval of a change in contract with MC2 Civil, LLC in connection with final construction of Asphalt Paving and Related Improvements - Precinct 3 - 2023, with no change in the amount, Job No. 23/0190-1, UPIN 23103MF2XW01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28%, MWBE Current Participation: 37.86%.
- 93 page break
- 79. Request for approval of a change in contract with GLM Contracting, Inc., in connection with final construction of On-Call - Construction of Sidewalks and Related Items - 2023, with no change in the amount, Job No. 23/0121-1, UPIN 23103MF2YA01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 29%, MWBE Current Participation: 51.60%.
- 80. Request for approval of a change in contract with MC2 Civil, LLC in connection with final construction of Riley Chambers Park - Football Parking Lot - 2023, adding 22 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $152,245.18, Job No. 23/0190-1, UPIN 24103MF35B01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28%, MWBE Current Participation: 37.86%.
- 81. Request for approval of a change in contract with Platinum Paving, LLC in connection with Pedestrian Improvements - Various Locations - 2023, adding 23 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $48,412.28, Job No. 24/0260-1, UPIN 24208MF33Z01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 64%.
- 82. Request for approval of a change in contract with Earth Builders, LP, in connection with final construction of John Paul Landing - North Basin Cell Phase 3, with a deduction in the amount of $76,071.00, Job No. 23/0263-3, UPIN 211033020802-3, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 29%, MWBE Current Participation: 32.07%.
- 83. Request for approval of a change in contract with WadeCon, LLC, in connection with Beaumont Place Subdivision Drainage Improvements, with no change in the amount, Job No. 22/0199-11, Bond Fund, UPIN 19101MF17901, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21%, MWBE Current Participation: 18.13%.
- 84. Request for approval of a change in contract with DT Construction, LP, in connection with Harris County Pollution Control Services Renovation-2020, located at 101 S. Richey St., Suite H., Pasadena, TX 77506, adding 61 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $1,073.87, Job No. 22/0283, UPIN 21272MF22601, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 15.2%, MWBE Current Participation: 11.54%.
- 85. Request for approval of a change in contract with C.E. Barker Ltd., in connection with final construction of Western Homes Addition Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 9 calendar days, with a deduction in the amount of $870,988.96, Job No. 22/0425-4, Bond Fund, UPIN 20102MF1E501, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 30.60%, MWBE Current Participation: 32.31%.
- 86. 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 Traffic Signal Improvement - Barren Springs Dr at Ella Blvd - FY23-24, for the purpose of roadway construction, UPIN 24035MF37501, Precinct 1.
- 87. Request for approval to accept a real estate conveyance of a 0.0141 acre Temporary Construction License from CenterPoint Energy, Inc. a Texas limited liability company, TCL 4 for Peek Road - from 1600' N of the Grand Parkway to 580' S of Clay - 2021 project, and that the County Judge execute the Temporary Construction License Agreement, UPIN 21103N301030005, Precinct 4.
- 88. Request for approval for Harris County to accept a real estate donation of a 0.0895-acre road easement and the County Judge execute a proposed gift form, tract number P1, for the public project known as Intersection Improvement - South Fry Boulevard at Highland Knolls Drive - 2022, from Nottingham Country Municipal Utility District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, with the HCAD value of $31,200.00, UPIN 22104MF2JX01, Precinct 4.
- 89. Request for approval to purchase a 0.3302 tract of land from The Buffalo Bayou Partnership, a Texas non-profit corporation, for the Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements project, tract 5, in the amount of $130,710.01 based on an interlocal agreement, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2.
- 90. Request for approval of an Order authorizing and directing Harris County to abandon its interest in a 0.1722 acre of land located in the Harris CSL Survey, A-332, out of .1377 acres, being a 20’ wide public alleyway recorded in volume 12, page 444, of the Harris County deed records from Precinct 4 Non-Project Related ROW Sales, Abandonments & Disclaimers, tract Hockley Town Center Reserve A Alley-15’ ROW Alleyway-Abandonment, UPIN 22104MF2HW01, Precinct 4.
- 91. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement between Harris County and PGAL, Inc. in connection with Professional Architecture and Engineering Services to develop Harris County Downtown Facilities Masterplan, TX 77002, UPIN 24035MF3JF01, Precinct 1.
- 106 page break
- 108 Flood Control District
- 92. 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 22 fee simple tracts for the public project known as Hazard Mitigation Grant Program DR-4332 Buyout Project, for the purpose of buyout to prevent future flood damage (Bond ID Z-Buyout, Project ID Z100-00-00-H065, Countywide).
- 93. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 84, in the amount of $48,173.70, for reimbursement of mowing HCFCD Unit N113-00-00 for a term of five years (Carpenters Bayou Watershed, Project ID N113-00-00-V009, Agreement No. 1561, Precinct 2).
- 94. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Soil and Water Conservation District No. 442, in the amount of $20,000 to continue coordinating and supporting the mutual interests and activities of the parties (Countywide).
- 95. Request for approval of amendment No. 3 to an agreement with R.G. Miller Engineers, Inc., in the amount of $193,220.77, to provide additional design, bidding, and construction phase engineering services for construction of the Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basins at HCFCD Unit E500-21-00 (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-59, Project ID E500-21-00-E002, Agreement No. 2020-03, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20.60%).
- 96. Request for approval of change in contract No. 1 with A Morfin Trucking, LLC, for the Yale Stormwater Detention Basin, adding 38 calendar days and resulting in an addition of $258,590 to the contract amount (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID F-09, Project ID E501-03-00-E001, Job No. 24/0350, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.35%).
- 97. Request for approval of change in contract No. 1 with Mar-Con Services, LLC, for Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin - Phase 1 North Compartment, adding 40 calendar days and resulting in an addition of $49,914.04 to the contract amount (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-06, Project ID B512-02-00-E001, Job No. 23/0428, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%).
- 114 page break
- 98. Request for approval of change in contract No. 3 with Allgood Construction Co Inc., for the White Oak Bayou Federal Flood Damage Reduction Project, adding 276 calendar days (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-14, Project ID E100-00-00-E007, Job No. 23/0115, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWBE Current Participation: 9.26%).
- 99. Request for approval of change in contract No. 3 with Northtex Construction, LLC, for Rough Grading for Friendswood Stormwater Detention Basin, adding 23 calendar days (Clear Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-62, Project ID A500-09-00-E002, Job No. 23/0410, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 33%, MWBE Current Participation: 35.27%).
- 100. Request for approval of change in contract No. 3 with Liberty Construction Group, Inc., for the Addicks Watershed Repair Package 2, adding 28 calendar days (Bond ID F-53, Project ID Z100-00-00-X323, Job No. 23/0116, Precinct 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 31%, MWBE Current Participation: 40.36%).
- 101. Request for approval of change in contract No. 4 with Times Construction, Inc., for the Inverness Forest Levee Modifications, adding 38 calendar days (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID Z-04, Project ID K600-01-00-X016, Job No. 24/0157, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 4.20%, MWBE Current Participation: 13.05%).
- 119 Toll Road Authority
- 102. Request for approval of a construction award on the basis of low-bid to Texas Wall Systems, LLC dba TWL Construction for Landscaping for Hardy Toll Road at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) Connector for the Toll Road Authority and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received in the amount of $2,368,681.70 (250037) (Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 10.4%).
- 103. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with HNTB Corporation for Program Management Consultant services to lead the implementation of multiple projects through different phases of development and completion (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%).
- 122 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
- 122 page break
- 104. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda.
- 124 Economic Equity and Opportunity
- 105. Request that the County Judge execute an internship agreement between Harris County and its apprenticeship partner, NPower Inc., to provide interns or apprentices for the Harris County Universal Services Department, at no cost to Harris County.
- 106. Request for approval to sponsor the 2025 Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) Legacy Business Leadership Conference on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, and Thursday, June 5, 2025, at a supporting sponsorship level of $2,500.
- 107. Request for approval to sponsor the 2025 Pride in Business hosted by the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce on Friday, June 6, 2025, at a supporting sponsorship level of $5,000.
- 127 page break
- 108. Request for approval to sponsor the 2025 Top 25 Prime & Subcontractors on Friday, June 13, 2025, at a supporting sponsorship level of $1,150.
- 129 Universal Services
- 109. Request for approval of new vehicle control numbers and changes to attributes of certain VCNs for various departments.
- 131 Public Health Services
- 110. Request for approval of a memorandum of understanding with Texas Children's Pediatrics to utilize Community Health Workers to provide application assistance for state and local benefits, connect patients to Harris County Public Health programs for which they are eligible, and refer to other available community resources as applicable for the period of May 22, 2025 - March 18, 2026 with four optional one-year renewals.
- 111. Request for approval of an agreement with BOP Houston Hotel TRS, LLC d/b/a C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton in an amount not-to-exceed $61,378 to lease a facility for the 2025 Violence Prevention Conference.
- 112. Request for approval to purchase 200 gift cards in various amounts as incentives to enhance tuberculosis (TB) patient adherence, improve treatment outcomes, and support Harris County’s TB elimination efforts.
- 134 page break
- 113. Request for approval of two positions effective May 31, 2025 to support the Health Prevention & Coordinated Care division.
- 114. Request for approval of 1 (one) position effective May 31, 2025, to support the Environmental Public Health Division.
- 115. Request for approval to transfer two positions to Charity Care effective May 31, 2025.
- 138 Housing and Community Development
- 116. Request for approval of a Resolution of No-Objection for the Enclave at Katy 4% Affordable Housing Tax Credit Project.
- 140 County Library
- 117. Request for approval to accept from the various Friends of the Libraries entities donations received from January - March 2025.
- 144 Domestic Relations
- 118. Request for approval to accept from the Family Law Section of the Houston Bar Association the donation of fifty-five (55) stuffed animals for children entering the Visitation Center at 1310 Prairie during the intake interview process.
- 145 page break
- 146 Juvenile Probation
- 119. Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Body-Worn Cameras for the Juvenile Justice Facility project for a total authorization of $463,935 and commercial paper funding in the amount of $465,000.
- 148 Constables
- 120. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to retire a K9 from active service and transfer custody to the current handler with release of liability.
- 121. Request by the Constable of Precinct 3 that the County Judge execute the State Plan of Operation to continue participation in the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) 1033 Program.
- 122. Request by the Constable of Precinct 6 for approval of the application to continue participation in the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) Program.
- 123. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to reimburse personnel in an estimated amount of $263.86 for plaque expenses for the Town Hall Meeting that was held on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the Third Ward Multi-Service Center, 3611 Ennis Street, Houston, Texas 77004.
- 152 page break
- 153 Sheriff
- 124. Request for approval to transfer one position between Business Units 54000 and 54100 effective May 31, 2025.
- 155 Fire Marshal
- 125. Request for approval to periodically invite food truck vendors to the department office at 2318 Atascocita Road to provide staff with convenient food options while supporting a range of local small businesses.
- 157 District Clerk
- 126. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the DCO Data Center UPS Upgrade project for an amount of $403,042 and commercial paper funding in the amount of $405,000.
- 161 County Attorney
- 127. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Selvin Ramirez-Chavez and Henry Alvarez v. Harris County; Cause Number 2023-55444, in the 61st Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas.
- 128. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement between Harris County and Silvino and Juanita Calvillo.
- 163 page break
- 129. 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.
- 165 Travel & Training
- 130. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 167 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. US 1 Dell Technologies World Conference 5/19-21/2025 Las Vegas, NV $1,515 General 2. US 2 Government Finance Officers Association 6/28-7/2/2025 Washington, DC $5,600 General Conference 3. PHS 2 Boston wastewater team location onsite Multiple Boston, MA $2,720 Grant visits 4. PHS 2 Wastewater Disease Surveillance Summit 6/2-4/2025 Los Angeles, CA $3,770 Grant 5. PHS 5 Postpartum Support International 7/8-11/2025 New Orleans, LA $11,585 Grant Conference 6. PHS 23 National Assn. of County & City Health 7/13-18/2025 Anaheim, CA $90,990 Grant Officials Conference $24,085 Other 7. PHS 7 Environmental Systems Research Institute 7/13-19/2025 San Diego, CA $65,485 Grant User Conference 8. PHS 10 NWA Technology, Innovation, & Vendor 9/2-5/2025 Minneapolis, MN $31,916 Grant Management Conf.* 9. HCD 2 American Contract Compliance Association 8/11-15/2025 Aurora, CO $7,103 Grant training 10. HCD 2 National Assn. for County Community & 9/7-11/2025 Mesa, AZ $4,755 General Economic Dev. Conf. ($3,395 appvd. 5/8 for 1 attnd.-add attnd., exp., & funding source) 11. JUVPROB 1 Am. Psych. Assn. Commission on 5/29-30/2025 Zephyrhills, FL $1,188 Other Accreditation training 12. SHERIFF 6 Large call center directors training 1/8-10/2025 Atlanta, GA $150 General $1,152 Other 13. SHERIFF 5 National Emergency Number Association 6/22-26/2025 Long Beach, CA $1,875 General Expo & Conf. $11,734 Other
- 168 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 14. SHERIFF - Berla iVE Chip-Off course 6/23-27/2025 Various - Other ($10,440 appvd. 4/10 for 2 attnds.-date & location change) 15. SHERIFF 1 Natl. Asian Peace Officers' Assn. 7/20-25/2025 Chicago, IL $2,589 Grant Training Symposium & Expo 16. SHERIFF 1 Law enforcement chaplains training 7/20-26/2025 Little Rock, AR $2,354 Other seminar* 17. SHERIFF 6 Assn. of Public-Safety Communications 7/26-30/2025 Baltimore, MD $2,150 General Officials National Conf. $12,101 Other 18. SHERIFF 1 Chemistry of pyrotechnics training 7/27-8/2/2025 Tulsa, OK $650 General $4,888 Other 19. SHERIFF 3 National Internal Affairs Investigators 8/24-28/2025 Louisville, KY $9,125 Other Association Conference 20. SHERIFF 4 Crisis Intervention Team International 8/10-13/2025 Anaheim, CA $9,918 General Conference 21. SHERIFF 1 Hazmat operations & technician course 8/24-30/2025 Anniston, AL $4,922 Other 22. FM 1 International Code Council's Conference 10/18-22/2025 Cleveland, OH $4,290 Other 23. IFS 3 International Symposium on Human 11/3-6/2025 Palm Beach, FL $8,670 General Identification Conference 24. PBCT2 1 National College of Probate Judges 5/6-9/2025 Mystic, CT $2,120 Other Conference 25. PBCT4 1 National College of Probate Judges 5/5-9/2025 Mystic, CT $2,400 Other Conference ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 95 Out of Texas average cost per attendee: $3,738 $355,100
- 131. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests.
- 170 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OMB 1 TEXPO Treasury & Financial Conference 4/27-29/2025 San Antonio, TX $1,628 General ($1,539 appvd. 3/27 for 1 attnd.-add attnd. & exp.) 2. OCE 1 American Planning Association Texas 4/29/2025 Houston, TX $420 General Chapter membership 3. OCE 4 Texas Emergency Management Conference 5/27-30/2025 Fort Worth, TX $9,424 General
- 171 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 34. SO-DET - American Jail Association Conference & 5/17-21/2025 Fort Worth, TX $600 General Expo* ($22,630 appvd. 12/10/2024 for 14 attnds.-add exp.) 35. FM 60 Joint hazard assessment team training* Multiple Various $16,000 General $9,000 Grant 36. FM 1 Forensic technician training* 10/5-18/2025 Canyon, TX $4,160 General 37. FM 5 Tx. Assn. of Prop. & Evidence Inventory 10/26- Galveston, TX $5,785 General Technicians Conf.* 11/1/2025 38. FM 1 Forensic photography II training* 12/8-12/2025 Humble, TX $700 General 39. DCLK 2 Governmental Collectors Assn. of Tx. 9/23-25/2025 San Antonio, TX $1,525 General Collection Conference* 40. PD 1 Trial tactics for pregnancy related 5/16-17/2025 Austin, TX $791 General cases training 41. PD 1 Criminal law course 7/14-17/2025 Dallas, TX $2,285 General 42. MAC 1 Licensed clinical social worker online 5/16/2025 Houston, TX $650 General certification course 43. MAC 1 Crimes & immigration virtual seminar 6/17/2025 Houston, TX $150 General 44. PBCT1 2 Estate Planning & Probate Conference 6/2-6/2025 San Antonio, TX $4,132 Other ($4,468 appvd. 3/27 for 3 attnds.-add attnds. & exp., & date change) 45. PBCT1 1 State Bar of Texas meeting 6/18-20/2025 San Antonio, TX $1,515 Other 46. PBCT5 1 Texas Center for the judiciary training 3/24-27/2025 Pflugerville, TX $295 General 47. PBCT5 1 Court Professionals Conference 6/16-17/2025 Houston, TX $185 General 48. TREAS 1 County Investment Academy Conference 6/16-18/2025 Corpus Christi, TX $1,764 General
- 172 Grants
- 132. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of an amendment to the subrecipient agreement with the Geotechnology Research Institute of the Houston Advanced Research Center, to pass through additional grant funds in the amount of $2,902,119 for the EPA-funded Solar for All program.
- 133. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to revise the statement of work for an FY2024 Flood Risk Area Visualization Tool (Project ID Z100-00-00-P033, Bond ID Z-10, Countywide).
- 134. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to terminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation (LPDM) grant in the amount of $3,413,158, for the Halls Bayou Watershed Program P118-09-00 Conveyance and Detention Improvements (Project ID P118-09-00-E001, Precinct 1).
- 175 page break
- 135. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council Community-Based Opioid Recovery Efforts Grant Program for grant funds in the amount of $250,000, with no required match, for the FY2025 Behavioral Health Reentry Bridge Initiative project.
- 136. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for carryover funds in the amount of $30,000, with no required local match, for the FY2024 Strengthening Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention and Surveillance of Blood Lead Levels grant.
- 137. Request by Public Health Services for approval to transfer charity care funds in the amount of $237,000 to Family Planning and $39,000 to Healthy Texas Women.
- 138. Request by the County Library for approval to accept from the Hamman Foundation grant funds in the amount of $15,000, with no required match, for the 2025 Summer Reading Program-Hamman Foundation.
- 139. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to update one position effective May 31, 2025, for the FY24-25 Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP).
- 140. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the United States Department of Justice modifying the cash match to $201,889 for the FY 2024 Connect and Protect Grant.
- 181 page break
- 141. Request by the County Judge for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Office of the Governor/Homeland Security Grants Division to extend the grant end date to February 28, 2025 for the FY2023 Community Preparedness project.
- 142. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a grant resolution with the intent to apply for the 2025 Texas Department of Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program.
- 143. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to accept from Precinct2gether grant funds in the amount of $75,000, with no required match, and approval of one temporary position for the Harris County Health Services Department, Access2Rides Transportation Voucher Program, for the period of May 31, 2025 - December 1, 2026.
- 144. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval to accept from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant funds in the amount of $763,406, with a required match of $763,406, for the Edgewater Park project.
- 145. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant funds in the amount of $468,724, with a required match of $468,724, for the 2025-29 John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center Enhancements project.
- 187 Auditor
- 146. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims.
- 147. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2025.
- 190 Tax Assessor-Collector
- 148. Request for approval of tax refund payments.
- 149. Request for approval of residence homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxes for Tax Year 2025 on behalf of Harris County, the Harris County Flood Control District, and the Harris County Hospital District dba Harris Health System.
- 193 Purchasing
- 150. Request for approval of a renewal option with Traf-Tex, Inc. for high definition closed-circuit television cameras, associated equipment, maintenance and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, at a cost of $1,140,488, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240098), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 194 page break
- 151. Request for approval of a renewal option with CJS Subs LLC dba Lenny Subs 268; and Treebeards Cloister, LLC for supplemental jury meals for Harris County for the period of July 18, 2025 - July 17, 2026, at a cost of $200,000 (230010), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 152. Request for approval of a renewal option with AJB Construction, Inc. for construction equipment services and related items for Harris County for the period of June 8, 2025 - June 7, 2026, at a cost of $826,859, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210084), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10.0%, MWBE Current Participation: 100.0%.
- 153. Request for approval of a renewal option with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate reader and sound detection system for Harris County for the period of June 6, 2025 - June 5, 2026, at a cost of $223,000 (220336), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 154. Request for approval of a renewal option with RES Gulf Coast, LLC dba LECON, Inc. for general drainage system repairs in North Harris County for the Flood Control District for the period of July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, at a cost of $6,000,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240122), MWBE Contracted Goal: 22.2%, MWBE Current Participation: 12.7%.
- 155. Request for approval of a renewal option with Frontier Precision, Inc. for ultralow volume monitoring solution for Public Health Services for the period of August 23, 2025 - August 22, 2026, at a cost of $6,600, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220084).
- 156. Request for approval of a renewal option with South Post Oak Recycling Center for sale of scrap metal materials for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, with revenue in the amount of $31,271 (240245), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 157. Request for approval of a renewal option with Hieden Feed & Supply for pet food for Public Health Services for the period of October 29, 2025 - October 28, 2026, at a cost of $97,911 (240275), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 158. Request for approval of a renewal option with Dahill Office Technology Corporation dba Xerox Business Solution Southwest for high speed and color photocopier services and related items for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026 at a cost of $939,242 (210102), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 159. Request for approval of a renewal option with F&L Landscaping and Construction for supplemental for removal of lead based paint and renovations of the interior and exterior of residential homes for Public Health Services through April 30, 2026, at a cost of $750,000 (230418), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%, MWBE Current Participation: 277.0%.
- 160. Request for approval of a renewal option with FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc. for maintenance, inspection and related services of hazmat and arson equipment for the Fire Marshal's Office for the period of June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026, at a cost of $99,820 (230424), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 204 page break
- 161. Request for approval of a renewal option with Collision Forensic Solutions for three-dimensional environment scanner and related items for the Sheriff's Office for the period of June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026 at a cost of $155,349 (230129), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 162. Request for approval of a renewal option with Yellowstone Landscape, Inc. for mowing and maintenance services of right-of-ways and esplanades at the Humble Camp and related items for Precinct 3 through May 15, 2026, at a cost of $577,943, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220065), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.7%, MWBE Current Participation: 19.5%.
- 163. Request for approval of a renewal option and to correct the vendor name from Environmental Southwest (Primary) (as approved) to HAM-BAR, L.L.C. DBA Environmental Southwest (Primary) (amended); and Sago Painting and Remodeling, LLC (Secondary) (as approved) to Sago Solutions LLC (Secondary) (amended) for blockage removal and floatable collection structure maintenance for the Flood Control District for the period of July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, at a cost of $336,732, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240079), MWBE Contracted Goal: 14.70%, MWBE Current Participation: 91.3%.
- 164. Request for approval of a renewal option with Arkitektura Development Inc.; Brizo Construction, LLC.; Byrdson Services, LLC.; DSW Homes, LLC.; Enterprise Builders, LLC.; James W. Turner Construction, Ltd.; and SLSCO Ltd. for reconstruction of single family homes for the Housing and Community Development Department for the period of June 25, 2025 - June 24, 2026, at a cost of $260,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received from the vendor(s) on a per project basis (240140), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.6%, MWBE Current Participation: Brizo Construction, LLC. 100%.
- 165. Request for approval of a renewal option with Seril Inc. dba Houston Grotech for lawn care and landscape maintenance at various locations for Building Operations Services for the period of June 14, 2025 - June 13, 2026, at a cost of $955,040, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210270), MWBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWBE Current Participation: 11.8%.
- 166. Request for approval of a renewal option with Jerson's Concrete LLC for reinforced concrete pipe materials and related items for Precinct 3 through May 9, 2026, at a cost of $103,337, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220023), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 167. Request for approval of a renewal option with PUSH Birth Partners, at a cost of $529,840; and The OhSo Wellness Company, LLC dba The Wright Doula Company, $1,220,000 for doula services for ACCESS and Community Health and Wellness Services (CHW) for Public Health Services for the period of June 4, 2025 - June 3, 2026 (230414), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 168. Request for approval of a renewal option with Lee Construction & Maintenance dba LMC Corporation, at a cost of $9,447,500; Horizon International Group, LLC, $9,380,000; and Nash Industries, Inc., $10,033,500 for job order contracting for small and large construction and/or construction related projects for Harris County for the period of June 4, 2025 - June 3, 2026, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230329), MWBE Contracted Goal: 30%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 169. Request for approval of a renewal option with Rubicund LLC; Anchoring Hopes Wellness Recovery Institute dba Anchoring Hopes; and Rids Brothers Company INC for supplemental non-metered transportation for Harris County RIDES and non-emergency medical programs for the Housing and Community Development Department for the period of August 23, 2025 - August 22, 2026, at a cost of $2,550,000 (240240).
- 213 page break
- 170. Request for approval of a renewal option with Entech Civil Engineers, Inc. for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide staff augmentation services for the development and implementation of roads, bridges, drainage, transportation, parks, and trails projects for the Office of the County Engineer for the period of August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026, at a cost of $2,000,000 (230436), MWBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 171. Request for approval of a renewal option with HAM-BAR, L.L.C. DBA Environmental Southwest for turf establishment, vegetation promotion, and mowing for the Flood Control District for the period of June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026, at a cost of $832,700, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230064), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 172. Request for approval of a renewal option with Jerson's Concrete LLC for pre-blended lime-fly ash powder mix for various locations for Precinct 4 through April 4, 2026, at a cost of $218,388, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210434), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 173. Request for approval of an interlocal renewal option with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston for geriatric health services for Resources for Children and Adults through February 26, 2026, at a cost of $112,500, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 174. Request for approval of a Government Services Administration (GSA) Schedule 70 Cooperative Purchasing Program renewal option with Berlitz Languages, Inc. for language education/testing services for Harris County for the period of June 25, 2025 - June 24, 2026, at a cost of $214,305, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 218 page break
- 175. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Bob Barker in the amount of $180,740 for nitrile gloves for the Sheriff's Office, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 176. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Robstown Hardware Company DBA King Ranch Ag & Turf in the amount of $345,311 for tractors for Precinct 4, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 177. Request for approval of a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Holt Truck Centers of Texas, LLC in the amount of $276,798 for concrete foam truck for Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 178. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with COGENT INFOTECH CORPORATION in the additional amount of $562,110 for Information Technology (IT) consulting, recruitment and staff augmentation services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of October 10, 2024 - October 9, 2025 (220313), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%.
- 179. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with NPower Inc. DBA Tech-TSC, Inc. to update the budget in Exhibit B (the Best and Final Offer) for training for Apprenticeship Workforce Program for Harris County for the period of February 2, 2025 - February 1, 2027, with no increase in the total contract amount (220111), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 180. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with American Fed of Labor & Congress of Ind TX Gulf Coast Labor Feder to update the budget in Exhibit B (the Best and Final Offer) for Training for Apprenticeship Workforce Program for Harris County for the extended period of February 21, 2025 - December 31, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (220111), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 224 page break
- 181. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Spears Consulting Group in the additional amount of $800,000 for strategic communications and public relations services for Precinct 4 for the period of November 12, 2024 - November 11, 2025 (240154), MWBE Contracted Goal: 10.64%.
- 182. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Wesley Community Center, Inc. of Houston, Texas to update the budget in Exhibit B (the Best and Final Offer) for training for Hire Up Harris Workforce Program for Harris County for the period of October 25, 2024 - October 24, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (220112), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 183. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corporation in the additional amount of $13,032 for additional services for Granicus software services for Harris County for the period of February 13, 2025 - December 31, 2025, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 184. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract agreement with Solutions Simplified in the additional amount of $1,940 for the increase on monthly GB usage for subscription and support services for New Relic Software as a Services (SaaS) products for the Toll Road Authority for the period of March 30, 2025 - March 29, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 185. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. in the additional amount of $26,609 for additional services for work productivity enterprise software subscription for the period of February 27, 2025 - February 26, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 229 page break
- 186. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a personal services exemption agreement with Carpi & Clay Government Relations to remove Clay Bryan from the list of individuals authorized to personally provide services for development and implementation of a federal strategy for infrastructure investments for Intergovernmental and Global Affairs for the period of December 13, 2024 - December 12, 2025 with no additional funds, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 187. Request for approval to extend a contract with US Corrections LLC for extradition services of prisoners for the Sheriff's Office for the period of June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025, or until a new contract is in place, with no increase in pricing (200057), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 188. Request for approval to extend a contract with Kleen-Tech Services, LLC for janitorial services for the Children’s Assessment Center for the period of June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025, or until a new contract is in place, with no increase in pricing (240071), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16.9%, MWBE Current Participation: 20.6%.
- 189. Request for approval to correct the vendor name from GLMV Architecture, Inc. (as approved) to Tessere, Inc. (corrected) in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on June 14, 2022 for professional architectural and/or engineering services for facility maintenance, repairs, and rehabilitation for Harris County (210160).
- 190. Request for approval to correct the vendor name from Main Lane Industries, Ltd. (as approved) to MC2 Civil, LLC (corrected) in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on December 19, 2023 for reconstruction and widening of Treaschwig Road Segment A (Phase 1) for the Office of the County Engineer (230420), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%.
- 191. Request for approval of additional funds to Elevator Repair Service, Inc. in the amount of $4,703 to complete the project for emergency elevator repair at 1160 Dairy Ashford for the Toll Road Authority, in connection with a ratification of a public health or safety exemption award approved by Commissioners Court on April 10, 2025, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Emergency.
- 192. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide program management services for a county-wide drainage master plan for the Office of the County Engineer (250140).
- 193. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for Human Resources and Universal Services transformation solution for Harris County (250143).
- 194. Request for approval to remove inventory items listed on Auditor’s Form 3351 for the Harris County Judge and the County Clerk’s Office.
- 195. 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 April 23, 2025 - May 7, 2025.
- 196. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid and a modification of contract with Allycro, Inc. in the amount of $131,250 for nitrogen tank for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 (240331), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 197. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest complete bid to Arching Oaks Investments, LTD in the amount of $617,787 for ballot by mail supplies, services and related items for the County Clerk’s Office for the period of August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (250069), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 198. Request for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Clark Condon Associates, Inc. in the amount of $1,351,628 for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide the study, community outreach, design, bid, and construction phases for the development of Sylvan Beach Park for the Office of the County Engineer (230384), MWBE Contracted Goal: 17%.
- 199. Request for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute agreements with LJA Engineering, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $5,000,000; Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. $5,000,000; Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. $5,000,000; HDR Engineering, Inc. $5,000,000; and AECOM Technical Services, Inc. $5,000,000 for design services for the development and implementation of various Hurricane Harvey Recovery water and wastewater, drainage, and various road and bridge infrastructure improvement projects for Harris County for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240295), MWBE Contracted Goal: 17.82%.
- 200. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Electrical Field Services, Inc. DBA South Texas Utilities and Underground, Inc. in the amount of $192,750 for installation, repair parts, labor, and related items for water, wastewater and lift stations for Precinct 3 for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received for the budgeted amount (240447), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 201. 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 the agreement with BCK Interest, LLC dba Fuel Control Solutions in the amount of $312,724 for fuel station hardware, software, warranty service, and related items for Harris County for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 202. Request for approval to remove the bonding requirement from FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc. for small throwable rugged robot for the Sheriff's Office, in connection with an award approved by Commissioner’s Court on April 10, 2025 (240370), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 203. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc. in the amount of $205,000 for veterinary services for K9 officers for Harris County for the period of June 27, 2025 - June 26, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 247 page break
- 204. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Baylor College of Medicine at no cost during the first renewal term for clinical services at the Bayland Community Center for Precinct 4 for the period of October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 205. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with McGriff Insurance Services, Inc. (assignor) to McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company (assignee) for all risk property insurance for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of June 4, 2024 - June 3, 2025 (240024), MWBE Contracted Goal: 8.1%, MWBE Current Participation: 7.4%.
- 206. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with Layer 3 Communications, LLC (assignor) to MGT Impact Solutions, LLC (assignee) for next generation data center solution for Universal Services - Technology for the period of November 30, 2024 - November 29, 2025 (210088), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 207. Request for approval of a job order task to Lee Construction & Maintenance Company dba LMC Corporation in the amount of $967,160 for remodel of the South Service Center Administration Building for the Flood Control District, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230329), MWBE Contracted Goal: 30%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 208. Request for approval of utilization of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program contract with Midwest Motor Supply Co., Inc. dba Kimball Midwest in the estimated amount of $200,000 for Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) supplies and equipment for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 209. Request for approval of utilization of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program contract with Amazon.com Services LLC dba Amazon Business in the estimated amount of $2,000,000 for education, IT, MRO and office online marketplace services with dynamic pricing for Harris County for the period of May 6, 2025 - May 5, 2030, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 253 page break
- 210. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for mobile dental unit vehicle and mobile mammography unit vehicle for Public Health Services, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (250016).
- 211. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for inmate uniforms and related items for the Sheriff's Office, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (240379).
- 212. Request for approval to reject the proposal(s) received for EPIC electronic medical record system for Public Health Services, and that Harris County Public Health will remain utilizing EPIC through their current Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Harris Health (240184), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 213. Request for approval to reject the proposal(s) received for grant management system for the Office of County Administration and that the project will not be readvertised at a later date (240263), MWBE Contracted Goal: 15.26%.
- 258 County Judge
- 259 Commissioner, Precinct 1
- 214. Request for approval of an agreement with the Collective Action for Youth for workshops at Precinct 1 community centers.
- 215. Request for approval of an agreement with One for All Foundation wherein Harris County may make grant requests and accept donations from the Foundation to support programs that confer recreational, educational, economic, social, health, or disaster response/recovery benefits for the residents of the County.
- 262 Commissioner, Precinct 2
- 262 page break
- 216. Request for approval of an agreement with Healthcare Ready to share certain data for the purpose of providing pharmacy locations for analysis limited to pharmacies located in Harris County, Texas, for a term of 5 years, beginning May 22, 2025, and ending June 1, 2030, at no cost to the county.
- 217. Request for approval of the issuance of a purchase order in the approximate amount of $25,000 to Winpark for the lease of eleven parking spaces at 1218 Prairie Street for the period of October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026.
- 265 Commissioner, Precinct 3
- 218. Request for discussion on the non-statutory programs authorized by Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 219. Request for discussion and possible action on the status of the Veterans Services Department of the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern (SDVOSBC) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Policy implementation.
- 268 Commissioner, Precinct 4
- 220. Request for approval of an amended County Employee Minimum Wage Policy.
- 221. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 4 HQ IT Equipment project, for an amount of $1,045,000, and initial commercial paper funding in the amount of $1,045,000.
- 270 page break
- 222. Request for approval of the Change Investment Memo for the Precinct 4 FY25 Supplemental Fleet and Equipment Acquisition and Replacement project for an additional amount of $2,430,000 for a total authorization of $4,930,000, and additional commercial paper funding in the amount of $2,430,000 for a total amount of $4,930,000.
- 223. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with FUN Football, Inc. for the use and maintenance of certain recreational fields at Bayland Park.
- 224. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Texas Southern University through its Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research Community Engagement Core to provide educational and community outreach programs in Precinct 4 community centers focusing on health education.
- 225. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Texas Southern University through its Breast Cancer Screening and Prevention Center to provide breast cancer screenings and educational classes at Precinct 4 community centers.
- 226. Request for approval to renew 5-year license with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for the use and maintenance of a paved parking area, over, across, in and upon lands of the United States (a portion of Barker Tract No. BR-54) located on the northwest corner of State Highway 6 and Noble Road serving George Bush Park users.
- 227. Request for approval to accept from Coastal Prairie Conservancy the donation of a pyro-weeder, valued at approximately $1,200, for use in various places in Precinct 4.
- 228. Request for approval for the Irie Community, a 501(c)(3) organization, to hold a barbecue scholarship fundraiser, on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Bear Creek Pioneers Park.
- 229. Request for approval to donate approximately 22 pallets of SOPAKCO MREs (Meal, Ready-to-Eat), valued at approximately $22,000, to Houston Food Bank for public distribution.
- 230. Request for approval to accept from Kathie Holder the donation of four (4) tube bird feeders, two (2) hummingbird feeders, and one (1) squirrel-proof feeder, valued at approximately $175, to be installed at Kleb Woods Nature Preserve.
- 231. Request for approval of three positions effective May 31, 2025.
- 281 Miscellaneous
- 232. Request by Bracewell, LLP and Cantu Harden Montoya, LLP, for approval of a certificate and resolution related to a reapproval of the previously issued Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation Hospital Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A, to finance and refinance certain facilities for the Texas Children’s Hospital.
- 283 Public Hearings
- 233. Request by the Office of the County Engineer to allow the process for the revision of the subdivision plat entitled WILDRYE SEC 1 to proceed and that Commissioners Court hold a public hearing for the proposed plat under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 4.
- 234. Request by the Office of the County Engineer to allow the process for the revision of the subdivision plat entitled WILDRYE SEC 2 to proceed and that Commissioners Court hold a public hearing for the proposed plat under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 4.
- 285 page break
- 235. Request by the Office of the County Engineer to allow the process for the revision of the subdivision plat entitled WILDRYE SEC 3 to proceed and that Commissioners Court hold a public hearing for the proposed plat under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 4.
- 287 Transmittals
- 236. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of proposed FY2026 CIP projects, submitted by County departments.
- 237. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of investment transactions and maturities for the period of April 23 - May 7, 2025.
- 238. Transmittal by Human Resources and Talent of changes to classifications on certain positions.
- 239. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with E.P. Brady, Ltd. in connection with Kingslake Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, Job No. 22/0348, UPIN 19101MF17A01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWBE Current Participation: 23.46%.
- 240. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Precise Services, Inc., in connection with Crosby Township/MUD Drainage Improvements - 2018, Job No. 23/0438, UPIN 19102MF12Q01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 24%, MWBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 241. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with Bear Services, LP, in connection with Sidewalk - Holland Avenue - 2021, Job No. 23/0273, UPIN 22102MF2DC01, Precinct 2.
- 242. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of a substantial completion certificate with D & W Contractors, Inc. in connection with Fountainview Sec. 1 & 2 Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, Job No. 22/0415, UPIN 19101MF12F01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 28%, MWBE Current Participation: 37.62%.
- 243. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a substantial completion certificate with Solid Bridge Construction, LLC, for the Meyergrove Detention Basin (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID D500-11-00-E001, Job No. 23/0306, Precinct 1).
- 244. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a substantial completion certificate with A Morfin Trucking, LLC, for the Baywood Stormwater Detention Basin (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID F-72, Project ID B513-02-00-E003, Job No. 24/0188, Precinct 2).
- 245. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a white paper identifying potential tunnel pilot projects along Buffalo Bayou and Greens, Halls, and Hunting Bayous, including high-level scope, delivery and funding strategies, and benefits.
- 246. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 4 of a grant application submitted to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $9,918.55, with a required match of $2,649.80, for the FY 2025 STEP Click It or Ticket Program.
- 247. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 4 of a grant application submitted to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $9,918.55, with a required match of $2,549.80, for the FY 2025 STEP Operation Slowdown Program.
- 248. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 4 of a grant application submitted to the Texas Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $49,856.81, with a required match of $12,774.27, for the FY 2026 STEP Comprehensive Program.
- 249. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the April 10, 2025 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 301 page break
- 250. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the April 16, 2025 business court meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 251. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the April 21, 2025 special meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 252. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11 for the year ending December 31, 2024.
- 253. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 13 for the year ending December 31, 2024.
- 254. Transmittal by the Auditor of the unaudited and unadjusted monthly financial report for the month of March 2025.
- 255. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for shade structures and related items for Precinct 4 (250057).
- 256. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for drainage improvements for Houmont Park Subdivision - 2018 (P117-00-00) for Precinct 1 (250142).
- 257. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for installation, repair parts, labor, and related items for water, wastewater and lift stations for Precinct 3 (250089).
- 258. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of cancellation of the advertised project for development and implementation of an infrastructure maintenance portfolio management program for the Flood Control District, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (250121).
- 259. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of bids and proposals for advertised jobs that were opened May 12 and 19, 2025.
- 314 page break
- 315 Executive Session
- 316 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.
- 260. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Dr. Quianta Moore, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 261. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Christa Stoneham, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation, Position 8, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 262. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Kara Levy, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Essential Workers Board, for a term ending May 22, 2028.
- 263. Request by Human Resources and Talent for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.074, for discussion and possible action regarding potential candidates for the Chief Public Defender position.
- 264. 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.
- 322 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 323 Notice is hereby given that, prior to the adjournment of the regular meeting of Commissioners Court, the Court may consider the following emergency or urgent public necessity and/or supplemental agenda items: Supplemental items may be published up to 72 hours before 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.
- 265. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Paul Shanklin, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Harris County Housing Authority Board, Position 3, for a term ending May 22, 2027.
- 266. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Alexie Swirsky, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Harris County Area Agency on Aging Area Planning Advisory Council, for a term ending May 22, 2028.
- 267. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of the revised Rules of Procedure, Conduct, and Decorum at Meetings of the Commissioners Court of Harris County, Texas.
- 268. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to provide additional funding to the United States Army Corps of Engineers in an amount not to exceed a total of $500,000, with $425,000 to be authorized for federal activities as described in Agreement No. 2024-25 and $75,000 to be authorized for technical assistance as described in Agreement No. 2024-26 to support Phase 1 of the SAFER Study and to continue with the two Memoranda of Agreement executed on June 4, 2024 (Bond ID Z-08).
- 269. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to accept and implement the updated Public Transit Agency Safety Plan from the Federal Transit Administration for the Transit Services Division.
- 270. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of a deputy position effective May 31, 2025 associated with an interlocal agreement.
- 271. Request by the Sheriff’s Office that the County Judge execute an agreement with SMG, a Pennsylvania General Partnership for the use of SkyWatch Towers during events at NRG Park.
- 330 page break
- 272. Request by the Sheriff’s Office that the County Judge execute an agreement to participate in the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Houston/South Texas Strike Force (HSTSF).
- 273. Request by the Auditor for approval of a claim made payable in the amount of $113,625.00 to the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE), subject to the authorization of an agenda item made by the Harris County Flood Control District. This payment will allow the USACE to continue performing federal activities in support of the SAFER (Safer Solutions for Advancing Flood Mitigation, Equity, and Resilience) study.
- 274. Transmittal by the County Treasurer of the Harris County Treasurer’s March 2025 Report.
- 275. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with CDW Government LLC for multi-factor authentication solution for Universal Services for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240118), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 276. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of lowest bid meeting specifications to Tofwerk USA, Inc in the amount of $1,123,575 for specialty vehicle for Pollution Control Services (250004), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 277. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects, Inc. in the amount of $961,712 for professional architectural and/or engineering services for the design of the Sheriff’s Office Active Shooter Training Facility for the Office of the County Engineer (240302), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%.
- 278. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program; and The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) award on the basis of lowest quote meeting specifications by line item to Houston Freightliner, Inc.; and Vanguard Truck Center of Houston, LLC in the amount of $6,174,234 for medium and heavy duty trucks for the Flood Control District, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 279. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a personal services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with J.C. Madden, LLC in the amount of $150,000 for consulting advisory services for Precinct 4 for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 280. 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 addendum to an agreement with Smiths Detection, Inc. in the amount of $154,457 for repair and maintenance services for Smith Detection Products for Universal Services through February 28, 2026 with three (3) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 281. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to extend a contract with The Common Market Texas, Incorporated (Primary) for reducing food insecurities for Public Health Services for the period of June 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025 or until a new contract is in place, with no increase in pricing (220162), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 282. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a renewal option with A-1 Personnel of Houston; Stability Staffing and Consulting; TruBlu HR Solution; Smarter HR Solutions; Glitra Inc.; and Synergy Staffing, Inc for temporary medical staffing for Public Health Services for the period of June 4, 2025 - June 3, 2026, at a cost of $800,000 (230400), MWBE Contracted Goal: A-1 Personnel of Houston - 20%, all other vendors - 27%; MWBE Current Participation: A-1 Personnel of Houston - 100%.
- 283. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a renewal option with DRC Emergency Services, LLC (Primary); and AshBritt, Inc. (Secondary) for emergency services for debris clearing, removal, disposal, and operation of temporary debris staging and reduction sites for Harris County for the period of June 6, 2025 - June 5, 2026, at a cost of $58,947,523, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230053), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19%.
- 342 page break
- 284. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute a Chapter 381 agreement with Street Art Mankind Corp in the amount of $30,000 for Public Art Mural Project in Precinct 1, in connection with a Discretionary Exemption.
- 285. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with The Gordian Group, Inc. in the additional amount of $200,624 for continued consulting services for job order contracting management system for Harris County for the period of August 24, 2024 - August 23, 2025 (210052), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 286. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with 22nd Century Technologies, Inc; Infojini, Inc.; BDO USA, P.C.; Serigor Inc.; Tryfacta, Inc.; and vTech Solution, Inc. in the additional amount up to $10,000,000 for services until rebid process is complete and new contract awarded for contingent workforce services for the Toll Road Authority for the extended term until new award (230291), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%.
- 287. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with ChaseSource, LP and Employment & Training Centers, Inc. in the additional amount up to $15,025,000 for services until rebid process is complete and new contract awarded for contingent workforce services for the Toll Road Authority for the extended term until new contract award, and subject to approval of payment of Audited Claims (230291), MWBE Contracted Goal: 27%.
- 288. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement and a renewal option with Harris County Department of Education in the amount of $45,000 for records management services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of May 22, 2025 - May 21, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.
- 289. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of notice of receipt of funds in the total amount of $148,617.66 from the sale of surplus and confiscated property through the county’s Public Surplus Online Auction and Houston Auto Auction for the period of April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025.
- 290. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to enter into a partnership with McCord Development (Generation Park) for the production of the Juneteenth Festival taking place on June 14, 2025, at Alexander Deussen Park.
- 291. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the cost for the executive search for the Harris County Administrator.
- 292. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the vacancy of the Harris County Attorney’s Office.
- 293. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on pay equity for law enforcement.
- 353 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 4:32 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 May 22, 2025. On this the 26th day of June, 2025. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy
- 358 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 4. OCE 14 Texas Floodplain Management Association 8/26-29/2025 San Antonio, TX $30,400 General meeting 5. TRA - Various blanket requests-Executive Multiple Various $15,000 TRA Office* ($55,000 appvd. 9/19/2024 for 30 attnds.-add exp.) 6. TRA - Various blanket requests-Tolling Multiple Various $25,000 TRA Operations* ($50,000 appvd. 9/19/2024 for 30 attnds.-add exp.) 7. US 1 Strengthsfinder certification & virtual 6/9-12/2025 Houston, TX $7,700 General training 8. US 1 FEMA sport & special event staff 6/16-18/2025 Fort Worth, TX $615 General training & dev. course* 9. US 1 FEMA sport & special event pub. inf. & 7/7-9/2025 New Braunfels, TX $465 General emer. notif. course* 10. US 1 FEMA sports & special event incident 7/14-16/2025 Bryan, TX, TX $615 General management course* 11. HCD 2 Grow America remote learning training 6/2-6/2025 Houston, TX $3,700 General 12. HCD 2 County Investment Academy Conference 6/15-18/2025 Corpus Christi, TX $2,523 General 13. HCD 2 Office expert technology workshop 10/10/2025 Montgomery, TX $603 General 14. JUVPROB 1 Forensic case formulation & treatment Multiple Houston, TX $300 Grant planning online training 15. JUVPROB 125 Pre-service general training session 8/11/2025 Houston, TX $1,445 Grant 16. CAC 6 Telehealth 101 for mental health 5/14/2025 Houston, TX $217 Other professionals online training 17. CAC 120 Disbelief of children in investigations 5/28/2025 Houston, TX $2,000 Other training
- 359 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 18. CAC 60 Psych. & behavioral characteristics of 6/4/2025 Houston, TX $7,000 Other sex offenders training 19. CAC 5 Ask the Experts Conference 6/12/2025 Houston, TX $700 Other 20. C1 1 Civil process training* 5/4-7/2025 Galveston, TX $1,152 Other 21. C5 3 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement 9/22-26/2025 McAllen, TX $5,225 Other Conference* 22. C5 4 National Technical Investigator's 12/31/2025 Houston, TX $500 Other Association online course 23. C6 6 Flood and swift-water technician 6/16-19/2025 New Braunfels, TX $5,542 Other training* 24. C6 1 FBI-LEEDA course* 7/21-25/2025 Texas City, TX $795 General 25. SHERIFF 4 Houston Paralegal Association Conference 5/3/2025 Galveston, TX $920 General 26. SHERIFF 1 House Bill 2984 event Multiple Austin, TX $820 General 27. SHERIFF 3 Crime prevention training* 5/19-23/2025 Houston, TX $1,575 General 28. SHERIFF 6 Death and homicide investigations 5/19-23/2025 League City, TX $3,570 General training* 29. SHERIFF 1 Leadership Command College training* Multiple Denton, TX $5,245 Other 30. SHERIFF 2 Managing & conducting internal affairs 6/16-20/2025 Seabrook, TX $1,590 General invest. cert. course* 31. SHERIFF 4 Texas Assn. of Law Enf. Polygraph 7/14-17/2025 Waco, TX $2,100 General Investigator Conf.* 32. SHERIFF - Leadership inventory for female 8/25-29/2025 Huntsville, TX - General executives training* ($1,425 appvd.9/19/2024 for 1 attnd.-date change) 33. SHERIFF 2 Texas Jail Association Conference* 9/7-12/2025 Galveston, TX $3,310 General
- 361 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 49. PCT3 2 Backflow tester license course & renewal 6/15-21/2025 Round Rock, TX $3,999 General course* 50. PCT3 1 County Investment Academy Conference* 6/16-18/2025 Corpus Christi, TX $715 General ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 467 In Texas average cost per attendee: $420 $196,350 ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Total 562 Average cost per attendee: $981 $551,450 *Travel by county vehicle FY 2025 = 10/1/24-9/30/25
- 368 page break
- 383 page break
- 390 page break
- 411 page break
- 417 page break
- 426 page break
- 434 page break
- 442 page break
- 447 page break
- 453 page break
- 460 page break
- 475 page break
- 487 page break
- 493 page break
- 502 page break
- 519 page break
- 528 page break
- 540 page break
- 556 page break
- 571 page break
- 580 page break
- 602 page break
- 617 page break
- 634 page break
- 654 page break
- 671 page break
- 688 page break
- 713 page break
- 736 page break
- 753 page break
- 776 page break
- 792 page break
- 809 page break
- 822 page break
- 827 page break
- 839 page break
- 842 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 12:00 P.M. and returned at 12:02 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 845 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 293. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on pay equity for law enforcement.
- 293. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on pay equity for law enforcement.
- 293. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on pay equity for law enforcement.
- 853 Management and Budget
- 861 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 12:24 P.M. for Items 263 and 264.
- 864 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 12:53 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 867 Executive Session
- 878 Commissioner, Precinct 3
- 886 Commissioners Court recessed at 12:54 P.M.
- 890 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 1:53 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 895 Resolutions
- 1. Request by the County Judge and the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a joint resolution to commend and honor former County Administrator Diana Ramirez for her dedicated service to the citizens of Harris County.
- 903 COVID-19
- 909 County Administration
- 15. Request for discussion and possible action regarding coordinating activities related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- 914 Commissioners Court recessed at 2:09 P.M.
- 917 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 2:10 P.M., Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 920 page break
- 924 County Administration
- 15. Request for discussion and possible action regarding coordinating activities related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- 933 Management and Budget
- 20. Request for a presentation, discussion, and possible action on the FY25 2nd Quarter budget projections and FY26 Current Level of Service projections.
- 936 Economic Equity and Opportunity
- 942 Public Health Services
- 953 Travel & Training
- 964 Grants
- 981 Purchasing
- 991 Commissioner, Precinct 3
- 995 page break
- 998 Judge Hidalgo arrived in-person at 2:55 P.M.
- 1001 County Administration
- 15. Request for discussion and possible action regarding coordinating activities related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- 1005 Commissioner, Precinct 3
- 220. Request for approval of an amended County Employee Minimum Wage Policy.
- 1009 Transmittals
- 1013 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 1032 County Administration
- 1038 Travel & Training
- 130. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 1043 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 26. CJO 4 Harris County delegation visit 6/8-15/2025 Paris, France $23,300 General
- 130. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 1051 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 3:31 P.M. and returned at 3:31 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 1054 Resolutions
- 1060 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 3:31 P.M. and returned at 3:42 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 1063 Resolutions
- 1067 page break
- 1070 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 3:42 P.M. and returned at 3:43 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 1073 Judge Hidalgo left the courtroom at 3:42 P.M.
- 1076 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 3:46 P.M.
- 1079 Resolutions
- 5. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life of Scott Simon Gertner.
- 6. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution remembering Caleb Rickenbacher.
- 7. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution honoring Assistant Chief David Jones for his forty years of service with the Harris County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office.
- 8. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing May 2025 as Older Americans Month.
- 1094 Commissioner Ellis returned in-person at 4:10 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 1097 Commissioner Ramsey left the courtroom at 4:22 P.M.
- 1098 page break
- 1101 Resolutions
- 9. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution recognizing May 28, 2025, as World Hunger Day.
- 1105 Commissioner Ramsey returned in-person at 4:30 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 1107 Resolutions