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February 27, 2025 ·10:00 AM Closed ·Special Meeting

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Agenda — 331 items

  1. 1 Public Notice
  2. 2 February 21, 2025 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING 25-1301
  3. 3 Appearances before court
  4. 4 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.
  5. 5 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.
  6. 10 Resolutions
  7. 11 Resolutions
  8. 11 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a special meeting at 10:07 A.M. All court members were present in-person.
  9. 1. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution commemorating the life of Tanya Debose. 25-1292 approved Pass
  10. 2. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution celebrating the start of the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. 25-1293 approved Pass
  11. 3. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating the month of February 2025 as Spay and Neuter Month in Harris County, Texas. 25-1294 approved Pass
  12. 4. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring the life and service of the Aga Khan IV. 25-1167 approved Pass
  13. 5. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution celebrating the 12th anniversary of Houston Latin Fest. 25-1278 approved Pass
  14. 6. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring the Southwest Management District for hosting its 16th Annual March on Crime Luncheon. 25-1280 approved Pass
  15. 17 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the Court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
  16. 18 COVID-19
  17. 7. Request by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for approval of an amendment to an agreement with the University of Houston to extend the term to March 15, 2026 and update the budget categories for the early childhood survey implementation. 25-1143 approved Pass
  18. 8. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services to update the contract language regarding invoice and payments for the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) State, Territory and Tribal Nations, Representative Organizations for Next Generation (STTRONG) grant. 25-1178 approved Pass
  19. 9. Request by the Public Defender for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Indigent Defense Commission to extend the grant end date to September 30, 2025 for the Pandemic-Related Backlog Relief Grant. 25-1216 approved Pass
  20. 10. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of $272,727.00 from the FLEX Fund (1040) to the Houston Arts Alliance, for the implementation of a total of four (4) large murals in Gulfton and Sharpstown as part of the Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) initiative otherwise known as PlaceMAKE P4. 25-1281 approved Pass
  21. 3. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating the month of February 2025 as Spay and Neuter Month in Harris County, Texas. 25-1294
  22. 11. Request by the Office of County Administration and Office of Management and Budget for discussion and possible action on funding recommendations for certain grant-funded programs affected by the federal funding freeze; recommendations may include the possible reappropriation of previously budgeted County funds for these programs. 25-1184 approved Pass
  23. 27 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 10:23 A.M. and returned at 10:59 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
  24. 28 Management and Budget
  25. 12. Request for discussion on the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Current Level of Service projections. 25-1277 no action
  26. 13. Request that the court consider payments for 2025 annual membership dues for various organizations. 25-1223 approved Pass
  27. 14. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments. 25-1174 approved Pass
  28. 31 Commissioner Garcia left the courtroom at 10:32 A.M. and returned at 10:34 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
  29. 32 County Engineer
  30. 15. Request for approval to negotiate with QC Laboratories, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Material Testing and related Services for Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements for Harris County, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2. 25-1161 no action
  31. 16. Request for approval to negotiate with TGI, Geotechnics, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Material Testing and related Services for Roadway - Blackhawk Blvd. - Scarsdale Blvd. to Sam Houston Pkwy - 2022, UPIN 23102MF2UN01, Precinct 2. 25-1162 no action
  32. 17. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Atser, L.P. in the amount of $132,168.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Service for Asphalt Package 2024-1, UPIN 24208MF36G01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 100%. 25-1163 approved Pass
  33. 35 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 10:58 A.M.
  34. 18. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Alliance Laboratories, Inc. in the amount of $199,412.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Service for Asphalt Package 2024-3, UPIN 24208MF36J01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 25-1164 approved Pass
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  36. 19. Request for approval to execute an agreement with WSB, LLC in the amount of $177,705.20 for Professional Engineering and related services in connection with Asphalt Rehabilitation - Memorial Drive between Greenbay Street and West of Chimney Rock - 2024, and Asphalt Rehabilitation - Campbell Road - 2025, UPINs 25103MF3MT01 & 25103MF3N001, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 25-1166 approved Pass
  37. 20. Request for approval to execute an agreement with STOA International Architects, Inc. in the amount of $57,610.00 to provide Professional Services for Programming Phase for Harris County Precinct 3 - Mathews Community Center located at 1728 East Hufsmith Road, Tomball, TX 77375, UPIN 25103MF3MY01, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 21.3%. 25-1202 approved Pass
  38. 38 County Administration
  39. 21. Request for approval of a change in contract with Specialty Construction TX, LLC, in connection with final construction of Fallbrook, Ridgepoint, and Westpoint Subdivisions Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 32 calendar days, with a deduction in the amount of $298,894.16, Job No. 23/0074-6, UPIN 19104MF13401, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 27.00%, MWBE Current Participation: 10.35%. 25-1247 approved Pass
  40. 22. Request for approval of a change in contract with Precise Services, Inc., in connection with Parkway Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, adding 58 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $0.01, Job No. 23/0238-3, UPIN 19101MF14P01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 31%, MWBE Participation: 100%. 25-1249 approved Pass
  41. 11. Request by the Office of County Administration and Office of Management and Budget for discussion and possible action on funding recommendations for certain grant-funded programs affected by the federal funding freeze; recommendations may include the possible reappropriation of previously budgeted County funds for these programs. 25-1184 approved Pass
  42. 23. Request for approval of a change in contract with CE Barker Ltd., in connection with Barrett Station (Phase 1 - Dreamland Place) Subdivision Drainage Improvements aka Barrett Station Drainage Improvements, adding 69 calendar days, with no change in the amount, Job No. 23/0278-3, Grant Fund, UPIN 19102MF17801, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWBE Current Participation: 39.96%. 25-1251 approved Pass
  43. 41 County Engineer
  44. 24. Request for approval of a change in contract with CE Barker Ltd., in connection with Barrett Station (Phase 1 - Dreamland Place) Subdivision Drainage Improvements aka Barrett Station Drainage Improvements Project, with an addition in the amount of $70,916.45, Job No. 23/0278-5, Bond Fund, UPIN 19102MF17801, Precinct 3, MWBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWBE Current Participation: 39.96%. 25-1252 approved Pass
  45. 25. Request for approval to partially release retainage to Brookstone, LP., in connection with Precinct One Administration and Service Center-New Construction-2019, in the amount of $1,175,262.87, Job No. 21/0309, UPIN 20101MF1ET01, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWBE Current Participation: 30.59%. 25-1287 approved Pass
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  47. 44 Flood Control District
  48. 26. Request for approval of an agreement with Fivengineering, LLC dba 5engineering, in the amount of $1,064,538 for engineering services to provide design, bidding and construction phase engineering services in support of the Vince Bayou channel conveyance improvements project (Vince Bayou Watershed, Bond ID F-104, Project ID I100-00-00-E001, Agreement No. 2025-18, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.84%). 25-1211 approved Pass
  49. 27. Request for approval of an agreement with Quiddity Engineering, LLC, in the amount of $1,419,066.57 to provide preliminary engineering services in support of South Acres Tributary Channel Conveyance Improvements and Stormwater Detention Basin at HCFCD Unit C124-00-00 (Sims Bayou Watershed, Project ID C124-00-00-E001, Bond ID F-93, Agreement No. 2024-31, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWBE Current Participation: 43%). 25-1214 approved Pass
  50. 28. Request for approval to execute an easement agreement (DACW64-2-25-0003) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Real Estate Outgrants for access to a channel referred to as HCFCD Unit T101-06-00 within the Barker Reservoir Watershed (Precinct 4). 25-1218 approved Pass
  51. 29. Request for approval to execute an easement agreement (DACW64-2-24-0073) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Real Estate Outgrants for access to a channel referred to as HCFCD Unit U107-00-00 within the Addicks Reservoir Watershed (Precinct 4). 25-1220 approved Pass
  52. 48 County Attorney
  53. 30. Request for approval of change in contract No. 1 with Times Construction, Inc., for the Inverness Forest Levee Modifications, adding 45 calendar days (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID Z-04, Project ID K600-01-00-X016, Job No. 24/0157, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 4.2%, MWBE Current Participation: 9.37%). 25-1170 approved Pass
  54. 31. Request for approval of change in contract No. 3 with Solid Bridge Construction LLC, for the Meyergrove Detention Basin, adding 19 calendar days (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID Z-02, Project ID D500-11-00-E001, Job No. 23/0306, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 32%, MWBE Current Participation: 67.5%). 25-1169 approved Pass
  55. 60. Request for approval of an order authorizing Harris County to intervene in and/or file amicus briefing in Purl, M.D. et al. v. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services et al., 2:24-cv-00228 (N.D. Tex.) (J. Kacsmaryk) and Texas v. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services et al., 5:24-cv-00204 (N.D. Tex.) (J. Hendrix), or other similar matters arising from HIPAA 2020/2024 rule challenges. 25-1295
  56. 32. Request for approval of change in contract No. 4 with Rebel Contractors, Inc., for the Mud Gully Channel Conveyance Improvements Package 2, adding 27 calendar days (Clear Creek Watershed, Bond ID C-03, Project A120-00-00-C004, Job No. 20/0244A, Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program). 25-1171 approved Pass
  57. 33. Request for approval of change in contract No. 4 with Lecon, Inc., for Zube Storm Water Detention Basin Phase 3, adding 5 calendar days and $534,856.93 to the contract amount (Little Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID F-27, Project ID L500-01-00-E003, Job No. 21/0240, Precinct 4, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program). 25-1172 approved Pass
  58. 52 Emergency/Supplemental items
  59. 34. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with IDS Engineering Group, Inc., in the amount of $175,435 to provide additional design, bidding and construction phase engineering services in support of improvements to HCFCD Unit C147-00-00 from Sims Bayou to upstream of Tiffany Drive bridge (Sims Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-09, Project ID C147-00-00-E001, Agreement No. 2021-133, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 5%, MWBE Current Participation: 14%). 25-1209 approved Pass
  60. 35. Request for approval of amendment No. 2 to an agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. in the amount of $308,434 to provide additional archeological and environmental consulting services in support of the White Oak Bayou Federal Flood Damage Reduction Project, Channel Modifications Discrete Segment 106, White Oak Bayou from Cole Creek to Hollister Street (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-14, Project ID E100-00-00-E006, Agreement No. 2021-105, Precincts 1 and 4, MWBE Contracted Goal: 22.5%, MWBE Current Participation: 20%). 25-1212 approved Pass
  61. 152. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to allow the process for the revision of the subdivision plat entitled GENERATION PARK SOUTH SEC 1 PARTIAL REPLAT NO 1 to proceed and that Commissioners Court confirm the determination that the replat does not affect public interest and establish April 10, 2025 as a public meeting for discussion of the proposed plat under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 1. 25-1328
  62. 55 Toll Road Authority
  63. 36. Request for approval to execute an agreement with infraTECH Engineers & Innovators, LLC for On-call Engineering Services for preliminary engineering services to develop PS&E packages for safety improvements along the toll road system including intersections as part of the Barrier-Free Program, at various locations in Harris County, Texas in the amount of $2,000,000 (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 25-1241 approved Pass
  64. 37. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Isani Consultants, LP for On-call Engineering Services for preliminary engineering services to develop PS&E packages for safety improvements along the toll road system including intersections as part of the Barrier-Free Program, at various locations in Harris County, Texas in the amount of $2,000,000 (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 25-1242 approved Pass
  65. 38. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Brooks & Sparks, Inc. for On-call Engineering Services for preliminary engineering services to develop PS&E packages for safety improvements along the toll road system including intersections as part of the Barrier-Free Program, at various locations in Harris County, Texas in the amount of $2,000,000 (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 25-1243 approved Pass
  66. 145. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Donna Cole, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports to serve the remainder of the unexpired term ending February 1, 2026. 25-1313
  67. 39. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with Quiddity Engineering, LLC for construction engineering inspection services for Heavy Highway, Bridge and Drainage maintenance projects (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 25-1244 approved Pass
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  69. 40. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with Earth Engineering, Inc. to provide construction materials testing services for Heavy Highway, Bridge and Drainage maintenance projects (Countywide, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 25-1245 approved Pass
  70. 41. Request for approval of advertisement seeking proposals from qualified professional OSHA firm(s) to provide OSHA training that meets all pertinent Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulatory requirements as well Harris County requirements relative to the County Safety Record Policy as adopted by the Harris County Commissioners Court. 25-1246 approved Pass
  71. 62 Economic Equity and Opportunity
  72. 146. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Faustino Benavidez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Gulf Coast Rail District Board of Directors for a term ending January 23, 2027. 25-1314
  73. 42. Request for approval of a Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement (“PILOT Agreement”) between Harris County (on behalf of itself, Flood Control District and Hospital District) and Pronto Shipping and Packaging Services INC. with respect to its application for a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) site and issuance of a Letter of Non-Objection to the designation and/or activation of the proposed FTZ site located at 7421 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Houston, Texas in Harris County Precinct 1 and within the Foreign-Trade Zone #84. 25-1179 approved Pass
  74. 64 Public Health Services
  75. 43. Request for approval of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with The National Foundation for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Inc., for the purpose of supporting the Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) effective upon execution through September 29, 2025. 25-1228 approved Pass
  76. 66 County Library
  77. 44. Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) and the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) to allow HCPL to provide library materials and literacy services to Juvenile Probation. 25-1168 approved Pass
  78. 45. Request for approval to accept certain donations for various county library branches. 25-1180 approved Pass
  79. 69 Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
  80. 46. Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Star of Hope for the TRIAD Intake Diversion Program. 25-1108 approved Pass
  81. 71 Constables
  82. 47. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to integrate the proposed salary scale for the new Detective rank classification into the Constables pay scale and rank structure. 25-1186 motion failed Pass
  83. 48. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of a deputy position effective March 8, 2025 associated with a memorandum of understanding approved by Commissioners Court on October 29, 2024. 25-1288 approved Pass
  84. 49. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to terminate the agreement for law enforcement services with Fleetwood Property Owners Association effective January 1, 2025. 25-1231 approved Pass
  85. 50. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to terminate the agreement for law enforcement services with Houston Humane Society effective December 31, 2024. 25-1232 approved Pass
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  87. 51. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to integrate the proposed salary scale for the new Detective rank classification into the Constables pay scale and rank structure. 25-1271 motion failed Pass
  88. 52. Request by the Constable of Precinct 6 for approval of a second amendment to an agreement with the East End District for the District to provide additional funds up to and not to exceed $10,000 to cover overtime worked by Patrol Officers. 25-1152 approved Pass
  89. 53. Request by the Constable of Precinct 6 for approval of changes to the lists of regular deputies and reserve officers with oaths. 25-1159 approved Pass
  90. 54. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to integrate the proposed salary scale for the new Detective rank classification into the Constables pay scale and rank structure. 25-1272 motion failed Pass
  91. 55. Request by the Constable of Precinct 7 for approval to remove a previously donated military tractor and trailer from the department’s vehicle inventory. 25-1136 approved Pass
  92. 56. Request by the Constable of Precinct 8 for approval to integrate the proposed salary scale for the newly approved Detective rank classification into the Constables pay scale and rank structure. 25-1289 motion failed Pass
  93. 82 County Clerk
  94. 57. Request for approval of a settlement agreement with Houston Police Department in an amount not to exceed $185,033.05 for election security services for the Harris County Election Security Task Force for the period of October 21, 2024 - November 8, 2024. 25-1144 approved Pass
  95. 84 County Attorney
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  97. 60. Request for approval of an order authorizing Harris County to intervene in and/or file amicus briefing in Purl, M.D. et al. v. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services et al., 2:24-cv-00228 (N.D. Tex.) (J. Kacsmaryk) and Texas v. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services et al., 5:24-cv-00204 (N.D. Tex.) (J. Hendrix), or other similar matters arising from HIPAA 2020/2024 rule challenges. 25-1295 approved Pass
  98. 61. Request for approval of an order authorizing legal action and litigation expenses in connection with various cases including those in various County and District Courts and U.S. District Court TX-Houston. 25-1275 approved Pass
  99. 62. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing a Second Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Yetter Coleman, LLP, in connection with State of Texas v. Harris County, et al.; No. 24-0325, in the Supreme Court of Texas and related matters. 25-1276 approved Pass
  100. 63. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing a Second Amendment to the Agreement with Denton Navarro Rodriguez Bernal Santee & Zech P.C. in connection with Civil Action No. 4:23-cv-2886; Octevia Wagner, et al v. Harris County; In the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. 25-1274 approved Pass
  101. 91 Pretrial Services
  102. 64. Request for approval of a contract with the Harris Center for the Community Assistance Referral Program (CARP) - Felony that will offer supportive services for individuals charged with a felony to improve court appearance in the amount of $400,000. 25-1038 approved Pass
  103. 93 District Courts
  104. 65. Request for discussion and approval of a resolution supporting an effort to create nine (9) additional state district courts in Harris County, Texas by the 89th session of the Texas legislature. 25-1185 approved Pass
  105. 95 Travel & Training
  106. 66. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests. 25-1282 approved Pass
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  108. 97 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. PHS 1 Internal Audit Seminar - Great Audit 3/8-12/2025 Orlando, FL $5,480 Grant Minds Conference 2. PHS 8 Natl. Women, Infants & Children Assn. 4/22-25/2025 Las Vegas, NV $22,432 Grant Ed. & Training Conf.* 3. PHS 3 Healthy Start grant recipient meeting 4/27-5/2/2025 Crystal City, VA $8,965 Other 4. HCD 1 National Transit Institute urban 3/18-21/2025 Philadelphia, PA $1,970 Grant reporting class 5. HCD - Society for Human Resource Management 6/28-7/3/2025 San Diego, CA $910 Grant Conference ($5,265 appvd. 1/23 for 1 attnd.-date change & add exp.) 6. VS 2 SSG Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Summit 3/3-6/2025 San Francisco, CA $4,040 Grant 7. JUVPROB 1 American Psychology-Law Society 3/13-15/2025 San Juan, PR $1,839 Other Conference ($1,839 appvd. 1/9 for 1 attnd.-add attnd. & exp.)
  109. 98 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------ 8. C1 - Animal cruelty investigator course 10/19-25/2025 Merrimac, MA $670 Other ($2,815 appvd. 9/19/2024 for 1 attnd.-city & date change, & add. exp.) 9. SHERIFF 50 Funeral visits & Texas Peace Officer FY 2025 Various $70,000 Other Memorial meetings* 10. SHERIFF 1 Hazmat operations & hazmat technician 2/2-8/2025 Anniston, AL $4,922 Other training 11. SHERIFF 1 Advanced crypto-currency investigations 2/18-21/2025 Annville, PA $970 Other course 12. SHERIFF 1 Crisis response training 3/9-14/2025 Huntsville, AL $4,950 Other 13. SHERIFF 1 Crypto-currency investigations course 3/23-25/2025 Annville, PA $815 Other 14. SHERIFF 2 New York Tactical Officer Assn. Tactical 4/15-18/2025 Various $4,380 Other Training Conf. 15. SHERIFF 4 National Odor Recognition Test training* 7/21-24/2025 Oklahoma City, OK $2,980 Other 16. SHERIFF 8 National Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary 5/28-31/2025 Washington, DC $11,770 Other Team Summit 17. SHERIFF 2 Assn. of Cert. Fraud Examiners Global 6/22-28/2025 Nashville, TN $9,060 Other Fraud Conference 18. PD 1 Various recruiting events Multiple Various $5,000 General 19. JP 1.2 1 National Center for State Court's EDI 3/4-6/2025 Chicago, IL $750 General Convening 20. PBCT2 1 Trial strategies training 2/12-14/2025 New Orleans, LA $1,455 Other 21. TAC 50 Various meetings & trainings* Multiple Various $75,000 General ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 139 Out of Texas average cost per attendee: $1,715 $238,358
  110. 67. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests. 25-1283 approved Pass
  111. 100 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OMB 3 The Bond Buyer Texas Public Finance 4/9-11/2025 Austin, TX $4,830 General Conference 2. OMB 4 Texas Department of Emergency Management 5/27-30/2025 Fort Worth, TX $6,499 General Conference 3. PHS 1 African American Health Summit 2/28/2025 Houston, TX $1,000 Other Sponsorship 4. PHS 2 HIV prevention contractor meeting* 3/3-5/2025 Austin, TX $2,112 General 5. PHS 40 Grant management class* 3/10-11/2025 Humble, TX $20,000 Grant 6. PHS 13 GOLD Lactation Online Conference Multiple Houston, TX $3,520 Grant 7. PHS 4 Institute of Internal Auditing Houston 4/7/2025 Houston, TX $1,580 General Conference 8. PHS 3 Healthy Futures of Texas Symposium 4/28-30/2025 Dallas, TX $5,345 Grant 9. PHS 21 Texas Public Health Association 5/12-15/2025 Brownsville, TX $14,470 General Conference $24,915 Grant ($4,340 appvd. 2/6 for 2 attnds.-add attnds., exp, & funding source) 10. PHS 7 Grants Management Body of Knowledge 5/13-14/2025 Houston, TX $6,251 Grant virtual training 11. HCD 1 TxDOT transit operators business meeting 3/11-12/2025 McAllen, TX $990 Grant
  112. 101 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 12. HCD 1 US Housing Community Development 3/31-4/2/2025 Dallas, TX $1,302 General Conference & Expo 13. VS 2 Texas Crisis Intervention Team 4/6-9/2025 San Marcos, TX $2,800 General Association Conference 14. DRO 6 Mediation online training Multiple Houston, TX $5,850 General 15. JUVPROB 3 Building leaders from within training* 5/1-2/2025 Houston, TX $900 Grant 16. JUVPROB 6 Managing Juveniles with Sexual Behavior 6/29-7/2/2025 San Marcos, TX $5,122 Grant Problems Conf.* 17. JUVPROB 10 Post Legislative Session and Budget 7/21-23/2025 San Marcos, TX $2,000 General Conference* $6,155 Grant 18. JUVPROB 10 HR Issues Symposium* 7/30-31/2025 Houston, TX $12,050 Grant 19. HCRCA 4 Texas Association for Play Therapy 4/4-6/2025 The Woodlands, TX $1,464 General Conference $488 Grant 20. HCRCA 20 Culture practice leadership workshop 4/23/2025 Houston, TX $10,000 Other 21. CAC 1 Development Forum 5/14-16/2025 Austin, TX $1,038 Other 22. C1 6 Texas Environmental Law Enf. Assn. 3/30-4/3/2025 Bandera, TX $5,320 Other training & cert.* 23. C1 3 High voltage environment for law enf. 4/15-18/2025 Pasadena, TX $7,200 Other training & cert.* 24. C1 3 Tactical team leader course* 5/18-23/2025 Corpus Christi, TX $4,590 Other 25. C4 - National Technical Investigators Assn. 1/27-31/2025 Dallas, TX - Other Training Conf.* ($2,101 appvd. 11/12/2024 for 3 attnds.-location change)
  113. 102 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 59. DCTS 65 Various fiscal year blanket FY 2025 Houston, TX $5,200 General requests-quarterly training 60. TAC 50 Various fiscal year blanket FY 2025 Various $64,000 General requests-regional meetings* ($18,000 appvd. 9/19/2024 for 15 attnds.-add attnds. & exp.) 61. PA 125 Annual award ceremony event 12/19/2024 Houston, TX $2,430 General ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Subtotal 658 In Texas average cost per attendee: $673 $442,910 ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- Total 797 Average cost per attendee: $855 $681,268 *Travel by county vehicle FY 2025 = 10/1/24-9/30/25
  114. 103 Grants
  115. 68. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of an interlocal agreement between Harris County and the University of Houston for plan development support of the Harris County Climate Justice Plan for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant. 25-1176 approved Pass
  116. 69. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of a subrecipient agreement with the University of Houston to pass through grant funds in the amount of $733,340 for the ZEEBRA: Zoos Educating on Electronics and Battery Recycling Awareness Program. 25-1177 approved Pass
  117. 70. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval of a subrecipient agreement with Opportunity Home, to pass through grant funds in the amount of $24,043,424, for the EPA-funded Solar for All program. 25-1263 approved Pass
  118. 71. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the MacArthur Foundation to extend the grant end date to February 28, 2026 for the Safety + Justice Challenge (SJC) Sustainability Grant Program. 25-1266 approved Pass
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  120. 72. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program (Greens Bayou Mid-Reach Phase 2 Implementation Project Scoping, Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-20, Precincts 1 and 2). 25-1238 approved Pass
  121. 73. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program (Greens Bayou Mid-Reach Phase 2 Implementation Project Scoping, Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-20, Precincts 1 and 2). 25-1239 approved Pass
  122. 74. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program (Cypress Springs and Ella Stormwater Detention Basins, Cypress Creek Watershed, Precinct 3). 25-1248 approved Pass
  123. 75. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $3,151,649, with a required match of $692,201, and a discretionary match not to exceed $80,000, for the Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Swift Program 2nd Submittal (Bond ID F-92). 25-1250 approved Pass
  124. 76. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program (Cypress Springs and Ella Stormwater Detention Basins, Cypress Creek Watershed, Precinct 3). 25-1253 approved Pass
  125. 77. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for grant funds in the amount of $245,250, with a required match of $81,750, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program (Mission Bend Drainage Study Project Scoping, Brays Bayou Watershed, Precinct 4). 25-1255 approved Pass
  126. 78. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $245,250, with a required match of $81,750, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program (Mission Bend Drainage Study Project Scoping, Brays Bayou Watershed, Precinct 4). 25-1256 approved Pass
  127. 79. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program (E116-00-00 Planning Study Project Scoping, White Oak Bayou Watershed, Precinct 1). 25-1257 approved Pass
  128. 80. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $787,500, with a required match of $262,500, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program (E116-00-00 Planning Study Project Scoping, White Oak Bayou Watershed, Precinct 1). 25-1258 approved Pass
  129. 81. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for grant funds in the amount of $10,725,218.70, with a required cash match of $3,575,072.90, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program (Gulf Bank South Phase 1 Stormwater Detention Basin and Channel Improvements, Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-01, HCFCD Unit P118-00-00, Precinct 2). 25-1259 approved Pass
  130. 82. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for grant funds in the amount of $12,870,262.44, with a required cash match of $1,430,029.16, for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Fiscal Year 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance (Gulf Bank South Phase 1 Stormwater Detention Basin and Channel Improvements, Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-01, HCFCD Unit P118-00-00, Precinct 2). 25-1260 approved Pass
  131. 83. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to revise the subaward agreement for the FY2024-25 CATCH Healthy Smiles Program. 25-1268 approved Pass
  132. 84. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to submit an application to Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries, Inc. for grant funds in the amount of $400,000, with no required match, for the FY 25 Utility and Rental Assistance Program (Phase 42). 25-1151 approved Pass
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  134. 85. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to reduce funding in the amount of $25,332,989.11 and to extend the grant end date to July 6, 2026, for the FY 2017 CDBG-DR Hurricane Harvey Round One Funding Program. 25-1213 approved Pass
  135. 86. Request by the County Library for approval to accept from the Barbara Bush Literacy Foundation grant funds in the amount of $29,550.00, with no required match, for the 2025 Curiosity Cruiser Mobile Literacy Initiative. 25-1141 approved Pass
  136. 87. Request by the County Library for approval to accept from the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation grant funds in the amount of $42,300, with no required match, for the FY 25 George & Barbara Bush Family Place Library - Multiple Branches. 25-1146 approved Pass
  137. 88. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department for grant funds in the amount of $794,144.83, with no required match, for the Project Liberty Program. 25-1200 approved Pass
  138. 89. Request by Juvenile Probation for approval to submit an application to the US Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration for grant funds in the amount of $999,200.00, with no required match, for the FY 2025 FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program. 25-1205 approved Pass
  139. 90. Request by the Public Defender for approval to accept from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant funds in the amount of $120,740, with no required match, for the Future Indigent Defense Leaders (Cohorts 3 & 4) Program. 25-1215 approved Pass
  140. 91. Request by the County Judge for approval to submit five applications to the Office of the Governor/Homeland Security Grants Division for grant funds in the amount of $696,811.00, with no required match, for the FY 2025 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP). 25-1265 approved Pass
  141. 92. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with Houston Endowment Inc. to extend the grant end date to December 31, 2026. 25-1226 approved Pass
  142. 93. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the United States Soccer Foundation, Inc. grant funds in the amount of $30,000, with no required match, for the 2025-27 Soccer for Success programming. 25-1267 approved Pass
  143. 130 Auditor
  144. 94. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims. 25-1235 approved Pass
  145. 95. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2025. 25-1236 approved Pass
  146. 133 Tax Assessor-Collector
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  148. 96. Request for approval of quarterly assessment payments to the Harris Central Appraisal District for the County and Flood Control District. 25-1175 approved Pass
  149. 97. Request for approval of tax refund payments. 25-1270 approved Pass
  150. 136 Purchasing
  151. 98. Request that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement with Brink’s, Incorporated in the amount of $69,198 for armored car services for Harris County for full compensation for services provided from October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024. 25-1196 approved Pass
  152. 99. Request that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement with NP Strategies LLC d/b/a Mobility 4 Public Safety in the amount of $42,092 for full compensation for services provided from February 1, 2021 - February 27, 2025 and continued services through February 3, 2026. 25-1233 approved Pass
  153. 100. 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 $97,587 to compensate Insight Public Sector, Inc. for services during the renewal 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. 25-1188 approved Pass
  154. 101. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Hustle, Inc. in the additional amount of $100,000 for additional text messaging platform services for Harris County for the period of August 6, 2024 - August 5, 2025 (240033), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 25-1189 approved Pass
  155. 102. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Sentinel Offender Services, LLC in the additional amount of $1,023,000 for electronic monitoring equipment and services for Pretrial Services for the extended period of March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025 (190031), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 25-1191 approved Pass
  156. 103. Request for approval to correct the vendor name from Spawglass Civil Construction, Inc. (as approved) to Spawglass Construction Corp. (corrected) in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on February 6, 2025 in the amount of $733,012 for construction of a concrete pavilion at Arthur Storey Park for Precinct 4 (240202), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.79%. 25-1222 approved Pass
  157. 104. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for concealable tactical vest for the Sheriff's Office, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (240235). 25-1234 approved Pass
  158. 105. Request for approval of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) purchase on the basis of low quote from National Business Furniture, LLC in the amount of $52,300 for furniture for the Sheriff's Office, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 25-1190 approved Pass
  159. 106. Request for approval of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Fisher Scientific Company, L.L.C. in the amount of $93,943 for semi-volatile organic solid samples extraction system for Pollution Control Services for the period of February 27, 2025 - February 26, 2026, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 25-1203 approved Pass
  160. 107. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from InCharge Energy, Inc in the amount of $50,874 for 80-Amp energy EV charging stations for Universal Services, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 25-1206 approved Pass
  161. 108. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract purchase on the basis of low quote from CDW Government LLC in the amount of $363,600 for Dell desktops for the Sheriff's Office, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 25-1221 approved Pass
  162. 109. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with CDW Government, LLC for Palo Alto subscription license renewal for Universal Services for the period of March 3, 2025 - March 2, 2026 at a cost of $824,071, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement. 25-1199 approved Pass
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  164. 110. Request for approval on the basis of highest overall evaluation and authorize negotiations with EMA Engineering & Consulting, Inc. for professional engineering services for building investment grade audits for the Office of County Administration, and the county, at its sole discretion, may discontinue negotiations and proceed to negotiate with the next ranking vendor(s) if unable to agree to an executable contract (240336), MWBE Contracted Goal: 13.30%. 25-1192 approved Pass
  165. 111. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Professional Traffic Control LLC in the amount of $2,609,355 for thermoplastic striping, reflectorized markers and related items for Precinct 3 for a one (1) year initial term with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240450), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 25-1193 approved Pass
  166. 112. 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 Quiddity Engineering, LLC in the amount of $4,085,689 for professional engineering, support services, and construction phase services for flood reduction improvements along Salt Water Ditch for the Flood Control District (230455), MWBE Contracted Goal: 20%. 25-1197 approved Pass
  167. 113. 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 HR Green, Inc. in the amount of $2,125,007 for professional engineering and support services for Hahl North Stormwater Detention Basin and channel improvements for the Flood Control District for the period of February 27, 2025 - February 26, 2027 with three (3) one-year renewal options (230508), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19%. 25-1187 approved Pass
  168. 114. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Sub-Aqatics, Inc dba Breathing Air Systems in the amount of $117,705 for mobile air trailer for the Fire Marshal's Office (240427), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 25-1204 approved Pass
  169. 115. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid meeting specifications to RES Gulf Coast, LLC dba LECON, Inc. in the amount of $3,210,185 for concrete channel lining repairs - North for the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240417), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.24%. 25-1207 approved Pass
  170. 116. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Environmental Allies, LLC in the amount of $5,097,471 for general drainage system repairs throughout Harris County for the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240431), MWBE Contracted Goal: 18.46%. 25-1219 approved Pass
  171. 117. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Fibertown Houston, LLC for data center co-location and network services for Harris County for the period of February 27, 2025 - February 26, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240242), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 25-1237 approved Pass
  172. 118. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest bid meeting specifications to Roundstone Native Seed, LLC in the amount of $122,392 for native seed supply for the Flood Control District for the period of February 27, 2025 - February 26, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240376), Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 25-1261 approved Pass
  173. 119. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest complete bid meeting specifications to Texas Wall Systems, LLC dba TWL Construction in the amount of $2,313,726 for construction of a concrete trail along the Curtis M. Graves Detention Basin for Precinct 1, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240413), MWBE Contracted Goal: 16.00%. 25-1208 approved Pass
  174. 120. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to A Morfin Trucking LLC in the amount of $1,508,929 for drainage system repairs in the Greens Bayou Watershed for the Flood Control District and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240442), MWBE Contracted Goal: 21.57%. 25-1210 approved Pass
  175. 121. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bids to A. Morfin Trucking LLC; and RES Gulf Coast, LLC dba LECON, Inc in the amount of $2,417,875 for concrete channel lining repairs (South) for the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240426), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.24%. 25-1262 approved Pass
  176. 161 County Judge
  177. 122. Request for approval to allocate a total of $1,186,900 ($890,175-PSGP grant funds/$296,725-Houston Ship Channel Security District matching funds) from the FY2024 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) EMW-2024-PU-05205 to Harris County Universal Services for security enhancements in accordance with Investment Justification No. 1 and its corresponding budget. 25-1264 approved Pass
  178. 163 Commissioner, Precinct 1
  179. 123. Request that the County Judge execute a lease and facilities use agreement with Lauren Ashley Simmons, Elected Representative for the Texas House of Representatives House District 146, for the Commissioner of Precinct 1 to lease certain property located at 7901 El Rio Street, Houston, TX 77054 for the purposes and use of a Texas House District 146 office. 25-1227 approved Pass
  180. 124. Request that the County Judge execute a Chapter 381 mural agreement with Investworks, LLC in an amount not to exceed $65,000, including ancillary expenses, for the development of a mural at Hill at Sims Park. 25-1229 approved Pass
  181. 125. Request for approval to enter into an agreement to license Red Cross training materials and curriculum to Precinct One in order to permit individuals who are either employees or volunteers of the Department, and who are also Red Cross certified instructors in good standing, to deliver instruction in the Red Cross training courses. 25-1224 approved Pass
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  183. 126. Request that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with The Center on the Family Aging and Intergenerational Resources at Texas Southern University to provide educational programming for older adults at various Precinct One community centers. 25-1230 approved Pass
  184. 168 Commissioner, Precinct 2
  185. 127. Request for approval of the usage of Precinct 2 charter bus for the purpose of a constituent tour. 25-1290 approved Pass
  186. 170 Commissioner, Precinct 3
  187. 128. Request for discussion and possible action on essential services related to Harris County road maintenance. 25-1269 approved Pass
  188. 129. Request that the County Judge execute a Proposed Site Collaboration Letter in support of a Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids County Connections Summer Initiative 2025 grant application to be submitted by Barrett Economic & Community Development Organization (BECDO) for the 2025 Barrett Youth Enrichment Summer Camp, Precinct 3. 25-1145 approved Pass
  189. 130. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to the agreement with Spring Historical and Genealogical Society to add the Old Town Spring Improvement District for the occupation, maintenance and operation of the Spring Historical Museum at 403 Main Street, Spring, TX 77383. 25-1181 approved Pass
  190. 131. Request for approval to accept from Jesse Jones Park Volunteers the donation of a memorial bench with an estimated value of $1,075.60 to be installed at Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center. 25-1149 approved Pass
  191. 132. Request for approval to accept from the Texas Facilities Commission Federal Surplus Property Program the donation of a 2003 Stewart & Stevenson M1078A1 cargo truck with an estimated value of $178,428 for high water rescues in Harris County Precinct 3. 25-1183 approved Pass
  192. 133. Request for approval to accept from CenterPoint Energy Foundation the donation of a Kohler Generator 250REZXB and 20000 amp SE rated ATS with an estimated value of $125,000 to be installed at Trini Mendenhall Community Center. 25-1198 approved Pass
  193. 177 Miscellaneous
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  195. 134. Request by Jackson Walker, LLP, for approval of a resolution for the issuance of the Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Tax-Exempt Loan to the Annunciation Orthodox School. 25-1173 approved Pass
  196. 135. Request by Coats|Rose for approval of a resolution for the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds by HHA Fountainview PFC for the Louetta Farms Apartments. 25-1286 approved Pass
  197. 136. Request for approval of payment of fees for legal services in the amount of $4,790.00 for representation of a county employee in connection with certain legal proceedings. 25-1297 approved Pass
  198. 184 Transmittals
  199. 137. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a preliminary engineering report for Channel Conveyance Improvements Along Goose Creek and Stormwater Detention Basin - Phase 1 prepared by Carollo, Inc., dated April 2023 (Spring Gully and Goose Creek Watersheds, Bond ID F-102, Project ID O100-00-00-E003, Precinct 2). 25-1217 accepted
  200. 138. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 1 of the racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1182 accepted
  201. 139. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 5 of the 2024 racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1101 accepted
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  203. 140. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 8 of the racial profiling report for 2024 traffic stops submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1150 accepted
  204. 141. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the January 23, 2025 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court. 25-1201 accepted
  205. 142. 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 (240447). 25-1194 accepted
  206. 143. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for small throwable rugged robot for the Sheriff's Office (FEMA) (240370). 25-1195 accepted
  207. 144. Transmittal by the County Judge of Harris County employees authorized to sign documents on behalf of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo as of February 11, 2025, pursuant to section 81.028(b) of the TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE. 25-1291 accepted
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  209. 193 Emergency/Supplemental items
  210. 194 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.
  211. 145. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Donna Cole, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports to serve the remainder of the unexpired term ending February 1, 2026. 25-1313 approved Pass
  212. 146. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Faustino Benavidez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Gulf Coast Rail District Board of Directors for a term ending January 23, 2027. 25-1314 approved Pass
  213. 147. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to repay outstanding Commercial Paper Notes, Series A-1 in an amount not to exceed $43,600,000 and Commercial Paper Notes, Series D in an amount not to exceed $32,400,000. 25-1310 approved Pass
  214. 148. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval of an order authorizing various actions to initiate proceedings to replace the credit facility for the Harris County, Texas, Toll Road First Lien Revenue Commercial Paper Notes, Series K and to amend and restate the order authorizing the issuance of such notes; approving the engagement of note counsel in connection with the foregoing; and making other provisions regarding such notes and matters incident thereto. 25-1311 approved Pass
  215. 149. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval of an order approving actions to initiate proceedings to extend the credit facility for the Harris County General Obligation Unlimited Tax Commercial Paper Notes, Series C and to amend and restate the order authorizing the issuance of such notes; approving the engagement of note counsel in connection with the foregoing; and making other provisions regarding such notes and matters incident thereto. 25-1312 approved Pass
  216. 150. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval of an order approving proceedings to authorize Harris County, Texas, Toll Road First Lien Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025A, including the preparation of financing and offering documents; approving the engagement of professionals in connection with the foregoing; and making other provisions regarding such bonds, and matters incident thereto, MWBE Contracted Goal: 30%. 25-1326 approved Pass
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  218. 151. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval of an order authorizing proceedings to issue and sell Harris County, Texas, Permanent Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2025A, Unlimited Tax Road Refunding Bonds, Series 2025A and Flood Control District Contract Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2025A; including the preparation of financing and offering documents; approving the engagement of professionals in connection with the foregoing; and making other provisions regarding such bonds, and matters incident thereto; and containing other matters relating thereto, MWBE Contracted Goal: 30%. 25-1327 approved Pass
  219. 152. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to allow the process for the revision of the subdivision plat entitled GENERATION PARK SOUTH SEC 1 PARTIAL REPLAT NO 1 to proceed and that Commissioners Court confirm the determination that the replat does not affect public interest and establish April 10, 2025 as a public meeting for discussion of the proposed plat under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 1. 25-1328 approved Pass
  220. 153. Request by Universal Services for approval of new vehicle control numbers and changes to attributes of certain VCNs for various departments. 25-1308 approved Pass
  221. 154. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to execute a purchase and sale agreement with ZAR Capital, LLC in the amount of $2,500,000 for the disposition of an 8.21-acre tract located at 8415 FM 1960 Bypass Rd. W, Humble, TX 77338. 25-1317 approved Pass
  222. 155. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of an interlocal agreement with North Harris County Regional Water Authority in support of the Providence Gardens subdivision in Precinct 1. 25-1319 no action
  223. 156. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of updated essential operating procedures for the single-family housing program. 25-1318 approved Pass
  224. 157. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to utilize funds on an as-needed basis in an amount not to exceed $25,000 for use in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. 25-1305 approved Pass
  225. 158. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to request 150 Detention Officer and 25 Deputy positions to increase jail staff and $2,850,000 in funding to pay for those positions through the end of FY25. 25-1329 approved Pass
  226. 159. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Payment under the Settlement Agreement and Inmate Medical Services Agreement with SJ Medical Center, LLC (d/b/a St. Joseph Medical Center). 25-1315 approved Pass
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  228. 161. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Interlocal Agreement between Harris Health and Harris County regarding a renewal of an agreement to provide Healthcare Services at the Harris County Jail. 25-1321 approved Pass
  229. 162. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an order authorizing Harris County to file amicus briefing in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, et al. 23-1275 (U.S.). 25-1339 approved Pass
  230. 163. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to accept from the One for All Foundation the donation of food, drinks, and music entertainment for a community event honoring the public service career of J. Kent Friedman. 25-1320 approved Pass
  231. 164. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for discussion and possible action regarding 2018 Flood Bond projects. 25-1338 approved Pass
  232. 165. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action related to jail staffing and TCJS standards. 25-1306 no action
  233. 166. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action related to the Korn Ferry market-based salary evaluations. 25-1307 approved Pass
  234. 167. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval to allow food vendors and food trucks at various Precinct 4 park and community center events for the remainder of FY 2025 and throughout FY 2026. 25-1309 approved Pass
  235. 168. Request for approval of payment of fees for legal services in the amount of $672,402.29 to Gerger Hennessy Martin & Peterson, LLP (formerly Gerger Hennessy & McFarlane), Khalil Law PLLC, and The Akers Firm for representation of the Harris County Judge in connection with certain legal proceedings. 25-1325 approved Pass
  236. 169. Request for approval of payment of fees for legal services in the amount of $200,896.91 for representation of a county employee in connection with certain legal proceedings. 25-1324 approved Pass
  237. 222 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 5:32 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 February 27, 2025. On this the 10th day of April, 2025. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy
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  242. 265 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 26. C4 1 International Handler Instruction & 8/24-29/2025 Dallas, TX $729 Other Training Seminar Conf.* ($3,296 appvd. 2/6 for 3 attnds.-add attnd. & exp.) 27. C6 1 TCOLE background investigations course* 2/10-14/2025 Austin, TX $960 General 28. C6 1 Telecommunications trainings 2/20-22/2025 Aransas Pass, TX $323 General 29. C6 5 New detective & criminal investigation* 3/17-21/2025 Baytown, TX $2,975 General 30. SHERIFF 2 Latent fingerprint webinar online TBD Houston, TX $500 General training courses 31. SHERIFF 5 Professional Assn. of Dive Instructors TBD Various $1,080 General rescue diver course* 32. SHERIFF 2 Crime scene investigator online training TBD Houston, TX $1,146 General 33. SHERIFF 5 Emergency Response Diving Intnl. public TBD Various $1,675 General safety diver course* 34. SHERIFF 4 Breath test operator course* TBD Various $1,900 General 35. SHERIFF 50 Funeral visits & Texas Peace Officer FY 2025 Various $70,000 General Memorial meetings* 36. SHERIFF 50 Long distance range visits* Multiple Eagle Lake, TX $3,500 General 37. SHERIFF 3 ISO-SVIN database training* 2/3-7/2025 Laredo, TX $3,825 General 38. SHERIFF 3 Law Enforcement Drone Association 2/4-6/2025 Pearland, TX $1,305 General training* 39. SHERIFF 19 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo 2/9-10/2025 Various $5,407 General credentials delivery* 40. SHERIFF 4 New era of investing in humans training* 2/11/2025 Houston, TX $1,596 Other 41. SHERIFF 6 Maritime Security East Conference* 3/4-6/2025 Baytown, TX $570 General 42. SHERIFF 4 Event Data Recorder User's Summit* 3/10-12/2025 Houston, TX $2,796 General
  243. 266 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 43. SHERIFF 30 Leadership Development Institute 3/24-28/2025 Houston, TX $47,000 General training* 44. SHERIFF 5 Detection, enhancement, & doc. of blood 4/7-11/2025 Houston, TX $3,645 General evidence training* 45. SHERIFF 2 TEEX forensic technician training* 4/20-5/2/2025 New Braunfels, TX $8,030 General 46. SHERIFF 5 Cold Case No-Body Homicide Training 5/11-16/2025 Grand Prairie, TX $8,425 General Conference* 47. SHERIFF 4 Basic marine engine maintenance & repair 6/8-11/2025 Dallas, TX $2,080 General course* 48. SHERIFF 9 Crimes Against Children Conference* 8/3-7/2025 Dallas, TX $23,030 General 49. PD 1 Various recruiting events Multiple Various $3,000 General 50. PD 10 Next level leadership online course Multiple Houston, TX $3,500 General 51. PD 4 Texas Bar immigration law course 2/6-7/2025 Houston, TX $2,380 General 52. PD 1 Tim Evans Texas Criminal Trial College 3/2-7/2025 Huntsville, TX $323 General training 53. PD 1 Texas Bar child protection law course 3/5-7/2025 Georgetown, TX $608 General 54. JP 2.1 1 Justice of the Peace seminar 3/2-4/2025 Austin, TX $605 General 55. JP 3.2 2 JP and Constables Assn. of Texas Day at 3/3-5/2025 Austin, TX $1,646 General the Capitol visit 56. PBCT3 2 Certified court manager classes - Multiple Austin, TX $6,105 Other virtual & in-person 57. PBCT3 1 Texas College of Probate Judges 3/12-14/2025 Austin, TX $1,355 Other education presentation 58. PBCT3 1 Guardianship mediation training 4/7-10/2025 Salado, TX $1,470 Other
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  281. 94. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims. 25-1235 approved Pass
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  285. 607 Commissioners Court recessed at 12:21 P.M.
  286. 610 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 1:38 P.M. All court members were present in-person.
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  292. 65. Request for discussion and approval of a resolution supporting an effort to create nine (9) additional state district courts in Harris County, Texas by the 89th session of the Texas legislature. 25-1185 approved Pass
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  294. 653 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 2:57 P.M.
  295. 656 Commissioners Court recessed at 2:58 P.M.
  296. 659 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 3:04 P.M., Judge Hidalgo, Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were present in-person.
  297. 664 Commissioner Garcia arrived at 3:08 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
  298. 666 Transmittals
  299. 138. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 1 of the racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1182
  300. 139. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 5 of the 2024 racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1101
  301. 140. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 8 of the racial profiling report for 2024 traffic stops submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. 25-1150
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  304. 684 Judge Hidalgo left the courtroom at 3:06 P.M.
  305. 689 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 3:11 P.M. for Items 136, 168, and 169.
  306. 692 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 3:39 P.M., Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were present in-person.
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  310. 716 Commissioners Court recessed at 3:40 P.M.
  311. 719 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 4:07 P.M. All court members were present in-person.
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  313. 724 Commissioner, Precinct 3
  314. 128. Request for discussion and possible action on essential services related to Harris County road maintenance. 25-1269 approved Pass
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  316. 164. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for discussion and possible action regarding 2018 Flood Bond projects. 25-1338 approved Pass
  317. 728 Commissioner, Precinct 3
  318. 128. Request for discussion and possible action on essential services related to Harris County road maintenance. 25-1269 approved Pass
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  320. 164. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for discussion and possible action regarding 2018 Flood Bond projects. 25-1338 approved Pass
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  323. 128. Request for discussion and possible action on essential services related to Harris County road maintenance. 25-1269 approved Pass
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  325. 164. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for discussion and possible action regarding 2018 Flood Bond projects. 25-1338 approved Pass
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  329. 158. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to request 150 Detention Officer and 25 Deputy positions to increase jail staff and $2,850,000 in funding to pay for those positions through the end of FY25. 25-1329 approved Pass
  330. 165. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action related to jail staffing and TCJS standards. 25-1306 approved Pass
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