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Name: Harris County Commissioners Court
Start: 2024-08-27
Location: 1001 Preston, 1st Floor

August 27, 2024 ·10:00 AM Closed

1001 Preston, 1st Floor

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Agenda — 614 items

1 Public Notice
2 August 22, 2024 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING 24-5449
3 Opening Prayer
4 Operations Pastor Chris Todd of Champion Forest Baptist Church in Houston 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
7 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a regular session at 10:09 A.M. Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
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 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the Court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
1. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Sharon Garrett on her retirement after 29 years of dedicated service with Harris County. 24-5018 approved Pass
2. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Shelia Ward on her retirement after 36 years of dedicated service with Harris County. 24-5389 approved Pass
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3. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Harris County’s Summer Olympians. 24-5390 no action
4. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution commemorating the anniversary of Hurricane Harvey. 24-5391 approved Pass
2. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Shelia Ward on her retirement after 36 years of dedicated service with Harris County. 24-5389
5. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution designating the month of September 2024 as National Preparedness Month in Harris County, Texas. 24-5392 no action
6. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution honoring the Saldivar Family and to rename the Tidwell Road Bridge, road log number 1029451, the Saldivar Family Memorial Bridge. 24-5399
6. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval of a resolution honoring the Saldivar Family and to rename the Tidwell Road Bridge, road log number 1029451, the Saldivar Family Memorial Bridge. 24-5399 approved Pass
7. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life and service of Mr. Felix Fraga. 24-5410
7. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution honoring the life and service of Mr. Felix Fraga. 24-5410 approved Pass
8. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution recognizing Tunnel to Towers for their invaluable assistance with debris removal after Hurricane Beryl. 24-5419
8. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution recognizing Tunnel to Towers for their invaluable assistance with debris removal after Hurricane Beryl. 24-5419 approved Pass
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9. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution celebrating the Alief ISD Education Foundation for its work to support students and teachers through its 20th Annual Golf Tournament. 24-5421 approved Pass
10. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution observing Women’s Equality Day on August 26, 2024. 24-5422 approved Pass
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10. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution observing Women’s Equality Day on August 26, 2024. 24-5422
11. Request by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for approval of an amendment to an agreement with the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD for the Inspire program, reallocating funds to costs for program outreach and correcting staff salaries within the budget. 24-5059 approved Pass
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. 24-5109 approved Pass
23 Emergency/Supplemental items
13. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services a no-cost extension for the Community Health Workers (CHW) for COVID Response & Resilient Communities (CCR) Grant, and to extend 12 positions to August 30, 2025. 24-5223 approved Pass
14. Request by Public Health Services for approval to carryover funds in the amount of $1,047,584 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CCR) grant. 24-5252 approved Pass
429. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring Juan García for being the first Hispanic elected to serve as a member of the Executive Committee for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. 24-5480
15. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to conditionally award up to $14,605,650 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, increasing the previously approved amount by $835,650, to purchase the land for the Hardy Yards Project for the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation. 24-5418 approved Pass
16. Request by The Children’s Assessment Center (CAC) for approval to extend current ARPA Funding for four positions to September 30, 2025. 24-5088 approved Pass
27 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 11:48 A.M. and returned at 11:50 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
17. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with First3Years in the decreased amount of $1,200,312 to update the Scope of Work (Exhibit A), budget (Exhibit B), and Federal Identification Award Table (Exhibit C) for programs or interventions to be funded by the Early Childhood Impact Fund to improve early childhood health and development outcomes, reduce disparities, and generate evidence to better meet the needs of young children and their families for Harris County for the extended term through September 30, 2025 (200315). 24-5234 approved Pass
18. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with East Harris County Empowerment Council to decrease funds in the amount of $13,067 to update the budget (Exhibit B), Federal Award Identification Table (Exhibit E), and Statement of Work (Exhibit G) for early learning quality network for Harris County for the period of October 10, 2023 - November 30, 2026 (230095), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5235 approved Pass
29 Commissioner Ramsey left the courtroom at 11:48 A.M. and returned at 11:54 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
30 County Administration
19. Request that the County Judge execute for and on behalf of the Constable of Precinct 4 an agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 290 and Flock Group Inc. at no cost to the county. 24-5065 approved Pass
31 Commissioner Garcia left the courtroom at 11:49 A.M. and returned at 11:52 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
20. Request for approval of the lease of parking spaces for employees of the Office of County Administration at certain garages with REEF Parking for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025 at an approximate total cost of $67,140. 24-5224 approved Pass
21. Request for approval of the lease of parking spaces for employees of the Office of Management and Budget at certain garages with REEF Parking for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025 at an approximate total cost of $28,260. 24-5225 approved Pass
33 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 11:49 A.M. and returned at 11:52 A.M. She did not miss any vote.
22. Request for approval to adopt bylaws for the Harris County Safe School Commission. 24-5312 approved Pass
23. Request for approval to use department-issued procurement cards (P-cards) and/or reimburse personnel for expenses incurred for various county functions, events, meetings, presentations, conferences, and activities in an amount not to exceed $12,000 for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025. 24-5370 approved Pass
35 Commissioners Court recessed at 1:00 P.M.
36 Management and Budget
36 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 2:16 P.M. Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
24. Request for discussion on the FY25 budgets and tax rates for Harris County, the Harris County Flood Control District, Toll Road Authority and Harris Health System. 24-5400 no action
25. Request for approval to pay commercial paper interest. 24-5127 approved Pass
26. Request for approval to pay the October 2024 debt payments for the Harris County Road, Permanent Improvement Bonds, and Flood Control Bonds and to wire payments to the paying agent on the schedule payment date of October 1, 2024. 24-5126 approved Pass
39 Commissioner Garcia arrived in-person at 2:17 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
27. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for the Office of the County Engineer for the Annex Facilities Security Upgrades Countywide project in the additional amount of $680,000 for a total CP funding of $6,280,000. 24-5062 approved Pass
40 Commissioner Ramsey left the courtroom at 2:50 P.M. and returned at 2:57 P.M. He did not miss any vote.
28. Request for approval to decrease the Office of the County Engineer commercial paper funding for the Riverside Revitalization project in the amount of $19,830,000 for a net CP funding of $3,630,000. 24-5348 approved Pass
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29. Request for approval to decrease the Office of the County Engineer commercial paper funding for the Atascocita Complex Infrastructure Improvements project in the amount of $8,350,000 for a net CP funding of $0. 24-5349 approved Pass
30. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Fleet Vehicles (continuous) project in the additional amount of $18,560,000 for a total CP funding of $89,060,000. 24-5060 approved Pass
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31. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Fleet Services and Equipment project in the additional amount of $500,000 for a total CP funding of $1,990,000. 24-5061 approved Pass
32. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Networking - Repair Replace project in the additional amount of $1,500,000 for a total CP funding of $17,460,000. 24-5128 approved Pass
2. Request by the County Judge for approval of a resolution congratulating Shelia Ward on her retirement after 36 years of dedicated service with Harris County. 24-5389
33. Request for approval of an order ratifying and confirming the terms and provisions relating to the Harris County, Texas, Permanent Improvement Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024, established by an Officers Pricing Certificate relating thereto; affirming such Officers Pricing Certificate; and containing other matters relating thereto. 24-5210 approved Pass
34. Request for approval of an order ratifying and confirming the terms and provisions relating to the Harris County, Texas, Permanent Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2024A, established by an Officers Pricing Certificate relating thereto; affirming such Officers Pricing Certificate; and containing other matters relating thereto. 24-5211 approved Pass
35. Request for approval of an order ratifying and confirming the terms and provisions relating to the Harris County, Texas, Unlimited Tax Road Refunding Bonds, Series 2024A, established by an Officers Pricing Certificate relating thereto; affirming such Officers Pricing Certificate; and containing other matters relating thereto. 24-5212 approved Pass
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36. Request for approval of an order amending the previous authorization approving various actions to issue and sell Harris County, Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. 24-5347 approved Pass
37. Request for approval to use department-issued procurement cards (P-cards) and/or reimburse personnel for expenses incurred for various county functions, events, meetings, presentations, conferences, and activities in an amount not to exceed $12,000 for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025. 24-5367 approved Pass
14. Request by Public Health Services for approval to carryover funds in the amount of $1,047,584 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CCR) grant. 24-5252
38. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments. 24-5438 approved Pass
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52 Human Resources and Risk Management
39. 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 $167,063 and seven workers’ compensation recoveries in the total amount of $30,478; tort claim and other settlement recommendations in the amount of $38,965; denial of 105 claims; claims for damages received; and that the County Judge execute one release in exchange for payment to the county in the amount of $8,448 in connection with a property damage claim. 24-5110 approved Pass
24. Request for discussion on the FY25 budgets and tax rates for Harris County, the Harris County Flood Control District, Toll Road Authority and Harris Health System. 24-5400
54 Request for presentation and discussion of HR Transformation Update. 24-5113 no action
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41. Request for approval to allow employees working on debris removal operations as a result of Hurricane Beryl to cash out compensatory time earned from September 7, 2024 through the pay period ending October 4, 2024. 24-5100 approved Pass
42. Request for approval to use the department’s procurement card and/or reimburse personnel to purchase food and beverages in an amount not to exceed $500 for the Harris County Salary Grievance Committee meeting on August 20, 2024. 24-5385 approved Pass
43. Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions. 24-5056 approved Pass
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44. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. in the amount of $984,136.00, for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Corridor Study - Jensen Drive - 2023, UPIN 24102MF34J01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%. 24-5214 approved Pass
45. Request for approval to execute an agreement with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., in the amount of $658,890.17 for professional engineering services in connection with Sidewalk Lauder Road, UPIN 24102MF33C01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.74%. 24-5261 no action
80. Request for approval to amend an Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 532 for nonstandard maintenance of brick pavers, wheelchair ramps with truncated domes, brick paved median noses, wide wheelchair ramps and sidewalks, and covering with architectural wall culvert crossing on-street parking space along Elyson Lakes, and related appurtenances to be constructed within the existing right-of-way of various roadways in the Elyson master-planned community, E-permit 2405030117, 2301300063, 2308020278, Precinct 4. 24-5052
46. Request for approval to execute an agreement with HR Green, Inc. in the amount of $632,106.40, for professional engineering services in connection with Corridor Study - Hogan Street - 2023, UPIN 24102MF34R01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%. 24-5263 approved Pass
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47. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. in the amount of $624,906.80, for professional engineering services in connection with Corridor Study - Commerce Street - 2023, from Interstate Highway 69 to Drennan Street, UPIN 24102MF34S01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 21.64%. 24-5262 approved Pass
48. Request for approval to execute an agreement with HVJ Associates, Inc. in the amount of $477,729.00 for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related services for Precinct 4 Sidewalk and Trail Program - 2023, UPIN 24104MF2YN01, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 100% - Non-Divisible. 24-5265 approved Pass
154. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda and Legislative Platform. 24-5444
49. Request for approval to execute an agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC in the amount of $250,000.00 for Professional On-Call Engineering Services for Construction Materials Testing in connection with various projects in Harris County, UPIN 24104MF3FF01, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17.50%. 24-5245 approved Pass
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50. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. in the amount of $209,921.00 for Construction Phase Services in connection with Aldine Village Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 and Oak Glen Place Subdivision Drainage Improvement - 2018, UPIN 19102MF13501, Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5075 approved Pass
51. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Castillo Construction & Management Enterprise, Inc. in the amount of $138,589.60, for professional engineering services in connection with Sidewalk - Harlem Elementary School Precinct 2, UPIN 23102MF2XB01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal 27.25%. 24-5260 approved Pass
174. Request for approval of change orders 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28 for the HAY Center Project and to increase the construction contract with Arch-Con Corporation from $24,182,716.04 to $24,231,087.74. 24-5168
52. Request for approval to execute an agreement with IDS Engineering Group, Inc., in the amount of $125,622.24 for Construction Phase Services in connection with Intersection Improvement - Vickery Street at Lauder Road - 2021, UPIN 22102MF2G801, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%. 24-5259 approved Pass
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53. Request for approval of a change in contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc., in connection with Barrett Station (Phase 2 - Barrett Settlement & St. Charles Place) Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, with an addition in the amount of $818,339.60, Job No. 23/0337-1, UPIN 19102MF14Q01, Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 31%, MWDBE Current Participation: 48.14%. 24-5082 approved Pass
54. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $500,000 for On-Call Professional Services in connection with the Emergency Outfall Repairs and Replacement Program, UPIN 19035MF19P01, Countywide, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program. 24-5086 approved Pass
55. Request for approval of a change in contract with Serco Construction Group, Ltd., in connection with Cedar Bayou Park East and West Subdivision Drainage Improvements, with an addition in the amount of $440,578.90, Job No. 23/0042-3, UPIN 19102MF15W01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5071 approved Pass
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56. Request for approval to execute an amendment with BGE, Inc., in the amount of $186,670.00 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Cedar Bayou Park East and West Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19102MF15W01, Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County’s M/WBE Program. 24-5078 approved Pass
57. Request for approval of a change in contract with SER Construction Partners, LLC, in connection with Crosby Lynchburg Road Phase 3, with an addition in the amount of $175,072.94, Job No. 21/0059-10, UPIN 17102MF0MV01, Precincts 2 & 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County’s M/WBE Program. 24-5108 approved Pass
58. Request for approval of a change in contract with Frost Construction Co. Inc., in connection with East Harris County Healthcare and Social Services Hub, adding nine calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $155,795.29, Job No. 23/0309-1, UPIN 21102MF1QB01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 16%, MWDBE Current Participation: 16%. 24-5258 approved Pass
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59. Request for approval to execute an amendment with Cascade Civil Services, LLC in the amount of $150,000.00 for Professional On-Call Engineering and related services as may be needed in connection with various projects, UPIN 24103MF3HK01, Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0%, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5366 approved Pass
60. Request for approval to execute an amendment with M. Arthur Gensler Jr. & Associates, Inc. (Gensler) in the amount of $134,520.00 for Professional Architecture and Engineering Services to provide improvements to The HAY Center located at 3131 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77003, UPIN 21035MF1PA01, Precinct 1. 24-5264 approved Pass
61. Request for approval of a change in contract with Brookstone, LP., in connection with Precinct One Administration and Service Center-New Construction-2019, with an addition in the amount of $102,075.00, Job No. 21/0309-14, UPIN 20101MF1ET01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWDBE Current Participation: 32%. 24-5068 approved Pass
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62. 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 273 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $52,783.04, Job No. 22/0283, UPIN 21272MF22601, Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15.2%, MWDBE Current Participation: 15.2%. 24-5067 approved Pass
63. Request for approval of a change in contract with Blazey Construction Services, LLC, in connection with Evergreen Villas Subdivision Drainage Improvements, with an addition in the amount of $29,040.57, Job No. 23/0138-3, UPIN 19101MF14M01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 27%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5070 approved Pass
64. Request for approval of a change in contract with DVL Enterprises, LLC, in connection with Sidewalks and Undercrossing Project - Fry, adding 46 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $21,510.00, Job No. 23/0117-2, UPIN 20103N302902, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 33%, MWDBE Current Participation: 18.28%. 24-5170 approved Pass
65. Request for approval of a change in contract with Serco Construction Group, Ltd., in connection with Cedar Bayou Park East and West Subdivision Drainage Improvements, with an addition in the amount of $14,967.86, Job No. 23/0042-2, UPIN 19102MF15W01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 26%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5080 approved Pass
66. Request for approval of a change in contract with NBG Constructors, Inc., in connection with final construction of Bridge Replacement - Pedestrian Bridge - P152-00-00, adding 40 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $8,242.00, Job No. 23/0001-1, UPIN 19104M23F502, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 12%, MWDBE Current Participation: 18.33%. 24-5169 approved Pass
67. Request for approval of a change in contract with WadeCon, LLC, in connection with Beaumont Place Subdivision Drainage Improvements, Job No. 22/0199-10, Bond Fund, UPIN 19101MF17901, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 21%, MWDBE Current Participation: 15%. 24-5076 approved Pass
68. Request for approval of a change in contract with GLM Contracting, Inc., in connection with final construction of On-Call - Construction - General Civil, Precinct 3 - 2021, with no change in the amount, Job No. 22/0019-1, UPIN 22103MF2E401, Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19%, MWDBE Current Participation: 26.31%. 24-5175 approved Pass
69. Request for approval of a change in contract with SpawGlass Civil Construction, Inc., in connection with 1117 Franklin (Lomas Nettleton, Coffee Pot Building and Surface Lot) - Demolition - 2021, adding 63 calendar days, Job No. 22/0441-1, UPIN 22299MF2DF01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 33%. 24-5257 approved Pass
70. Request for approval of a change in contract with Bear Services, LP, in connection with final construction of Sidewalk - Bentley Road from Kowis Street to Hopper Road - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $4,505.98, Job No. 21/0365-2, UPIN 22102MF2FB01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 16%, MWDBE Current Participation: 23.01%. 24-5216 approved Pass
71. Request for approval of a change in contract with Bear Services LP, in connection with final construction of Leonel Castillo Park - Site Upgrades - Precinct 2 - 2022, adding 15 calendar days, with a deduction in the amount $6,856.30, Job No. 21/0365-1, UPIN 23102MF2TP01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 16%, MWDBE Current Participation: 23.01%. 24-5176 approved Pass
72. Request for approval of a change in contract with J Rivas Construction, LLC in connection with final construction of On-Call- Maintenance - Storm Drain Repair, Precinct 1 -2021, with a deduction in the amount of $54,499.65, Job No. 21/0301-1, UPIN 22101MF2C901, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 14%, MWDBE Current Participation: 92.23%. 24-5173 approved Pass
73. Request for approval of a change in contract with D & W Contractors, Inc., in connection with final construction of Fountainview Sec. 1 & 2 Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, with a deduction in the amount of $129,742.13, Job No. 22/0415-3, UPIN 19101MF12F01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 28.00%, MWDBE Current Participation: 40.46%. 24-5177 approved Pass
74. Request for approval of a change in contract with Reliance Construction Services, LP, in connection with final construction of Water Distribution System - Parkwood Estates Ph 2 Charrin Dr - 2020, with a deduction in the amount of $253,967.01, Job No. 22/0227-3, UPIN 21289MF1Y501, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5171 approved Pass
75. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with the Willow Fork Drainage District for the design and construction of a hike and bike trail along T103-00-00 from Mason Road to approximately 2,600 linear feet east of South Fry Road as part of the Willow Fork Drainage District’s Park Master Plan, UPIN 24104MF38M01, Precinct 4. 24-5046 approved Pass
76. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 539 for Non-Standard Maintenance Agreement in connection to Anniston Sections 1 - 9 which includes the following non-standard maintenance features: stamped concrete on our collector road and black sign poles for all street signs in the development, EPermits: 2207250137, 2211100275, 2208310049, 2302200059, 2207250148, 2302220121, 2306080069, 2305100215, 2207260052, 2309210046, Precinct 4. 24-5048 approved Pass
77. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 477 in connection to Jubilee sections 2-9, which include the following non-standard maintenance features: street sign blades, black signposts and poles, multi-colored sidewalks, development logo on curb ramp landings, ADA-detectable warning tiles, ArmorTile warning tiles, and brick pavers in median noses located in between Warren Ranch Road and Katy Hockley Road, EPermit 2305170209, 2304030087, 2110180012, 2305190066, 2308070167, Precinct 4. 24-5049 approved Pass
78. Request for approval to execute an amendment with Harris County Municipal Utility District 171 in connection with planting, irrigation, concrete trails, pavers, community amenities, site furnishings and minor electrical to power irrigation lines within the existing right-of way along Elyson Boulevard, UPIN NS104, ePermit: 2403110122, 2403110103, 2403110127, 2403110131, 2403110120, 2403110161, 2403110174, 2403110166, 2403110170, 2403110073, 2403110093, 2403110158, 2403110143, 2402200231, 2403110150, Precinct 4. 24-5050 approved Pass
79. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Utility District No. 15 in connection to the district providing safer walking by constructing a sidewalk that will extend from Bammel North Houston Road to Veterans Memorial Drive, UPIN 24101MF3EY01, Precinct 1. 24-5051 approved Pass
80. Request for approval to amend an Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 532 for nonstandard maintenance of brick pavers, wheelchair ramps with truncated domes, brick paved median noses, wide wheelchair ramps and sidewalks, and covering with architectural wall culvert crossing on-street parking space along Elyson Lakes, and related appurtenances to be constructed within the existing right-of-way of various roadways in the Elyson master-planned community, E-permit 2405030117, 2301300063, 2308020278, Precinct 4. 24-5052 approved Pass
429. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring Juan García for being the first Hispanic elected to serve as a member of the Executive Committee for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. 24-5480
81. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Memorial Municipal Utility District in connection with construction of a sidewalk along the east side of South Mason from Highland Knolls Drive to the Fort Bend County Line, UPIN 24104MF38501, Precinct 4. 24-5053 approved Pass
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82. Request for approval to execute an amendment to an existing interlocal agreement with Texas Department of Transportation for a Local On-System Improvement Project, Intersection Improvement - Westgreen Boulevard at IH10 - 2021, UPIN 221033961530012, Precinct 4. 24-5266 approved Pass
83. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC and to authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 20601 ½ Bridgeland Creek Parkway, Cypress, Texas 77433 (Intersection of Bridgeland Creek Parkway and Prairieland Crossing) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, ePermits Project Number: 2302220197, Precinct 4. 24-5028 approved Pass
84. Request for approval to execute a Utility Agreement with CenterPoint Energy for streetlight rehab in connection with Parkway Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - P122-00-00 Basin - 2018, UPIN 19101MF14P02, Precinct 1. 24-5072 approved Pass
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85. Request for approval of a Letter of No Objection with Shell Pipeline Company LP to perform the proposed installation of an RCP storm drain inside Shell’s right of way, in connection with Pine Trails Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 Phase 2, UPIN 19101MF14201, Precinct 2. 24-5081 approved Pass
86. Request for approval of a Sixth Amendment to a lease agreement with the Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System, for use and occupancy of 2015 Thomas Street, Houston, Texas 77009, and for the County Judge to execute the amendment to extend the term to September 30, 2024, Precinct 2. 24-5371 approved Pass
87. Request for approval to renew an agreement with Anthony Castille to operate a shoeshine stand in the Harris County Downtown Courthouse Complex and for the County Judge to execute the agreement with the term to begin immediately and continue for the next sixty (60) months, with a fee of $5.00 per month, Precinct 1. 24-5372 approved Pass
434. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with GiveDirectly, Inc. in the decreased amount of $301,604 to update the budget for the basic income program (Harris County Community Prosperity Program) with the Administrator for Public Health Services for the period of October 10, 2023 - December 31, 2025 (230271), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5478
88. Request for approval to purchase a certain tract for a negotiated price for the Harris County Flood Control District for the public project known as P118-25-00 and Tributaries Conveyance and Detention Improvements - P118-25-00-E001, tract P118-25-00-01-003.0, for $109,587.00 which is $35,159.00 over the appraised value, UPIN 23090MF2SR01, Precinct 2. 24-5369 approved Pass
89. Request for approval to transfer all utility bills and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills per the purchase of a building located at 17154 Butte Creek Drive, Houston, Texas 77090, which includes all deposit and fees for transferring the existing utility services, UPIN 24035MF36T01, Precinct 3. 24-5373 approved Pass
90. Request for approval for Harris County, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, to convey real estate to Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, tract M500-07-00-19-001.0, a 4.9732-acre Conveyance and Assignment of Drainage Easement for HCFCD Dedications project and that the County Judge execute the Conveyance and Assignment of Drainage Easement, UPIN 24090MF34101, Precinct 4. 24-5359 approved Pass
105 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
91. Request for approval of the sale by Harris County Flood Control District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, of an easement ten (10) feet wide, containing 0.0052-acres of land, to CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., d/b/a CenterPoint Energy Texas Gas Operations from the HCFCD General Sales project, tract CNP U.E. A200-00-00-01-601.0, for the appraised value of $2,250.00, and that the County Judge execute the utility easement, UPIN RPD-NP-090, Precinct 2. 24-5361 approved Pass
92. Request for approval of a certain project, decreeing the project to be a public necessity and convenience, directing the Harris County Real Property Division to acquire, for one (1) fee simple tract for the public project known as 310 Fisher Road - HCSO - Vehicle Crime Processing Facility Expansion - Prop A, for the purpose of expanding Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crime Processing Facility, UPIN 24540MF36801, Precinct 3. 24-5358 approved Pass
93. Request for approval of a Change Investment Memo for the New District Criminal and Probate Court Renovation - Phase 2 project for an additional $5,500,000 for a total authorization of $15,500,000 and request commercial paper funding for an additional amount of $5,500,000 for a total allocation of $15,500,000. 24-5097 approved Pass
94. Request for approval to negotiate with Resalire Infrastructure Solution for developing a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan for Precinct 4 to cover all possible natural disasters, UPIN 24208MF3JV01, Precinct 4. 24-5047 approved Pass
95. Request for approval for the Real Property Division, on behalf of Harris County and the Harris County Flood Control District, to negotiate the purchase of real property less than or equal to $5,000 without securing an appraisal from an independent appraiser. 24-5380 approved Pass
111 Management and Budget
97. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by EJES Incorporated for Asphalt Project - Forest Acres Subdivision, UPIN 22101MF2F801, Precinct 1. 24-5027 approved Pass
98. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by Civitas Engineering Group Inc., for Dula Lane and Related Infrastructure Drainage Improvements - 2022, UPIN 22208MF2H701, Precinct 3. 24-5083 approved Pass
99. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by KIT PROFESSIONALS, INC., for Prado Woods Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19103MF16N01, Precinct 3. 24-5084 approved Pass
100. Request for approval of plat SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE PARKWAY STREET DEDICATION SEC 7. Consultant, C.L. DAVIS AND COMPANY, Precinct 3. 24-5274 approved Pass
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101. Request for approval of plat SCOTTS BEND SEC 1 FINAL PLAT. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 3. 24-5275 approved Pass
102. Request for approval of plat PELLY PLACE SEC 1 FINAL PLAT. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 3. 24-5276 approved Pass
103. Request for approval of plat LEGACY RANCH BUSINESS PARK SEC 1. Consultant, WINDROSE, Precinct 3. 24-5277 approved Pass
104. Request for approval of plat KLEIN ISD HAUDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. Consultant, LUPHER, LLC, Precinct 3. 24-5278 approved Pass
105. Request for approval of plat KICKAPOO BUSINESS PARK. Consultant, HOVIS SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 4. 24-5279 approved Pass
106. Request for approval of plat HOLDERRIETH ROAD STREET DEDICATION SEC 4. Consultant, PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, Precinct 4. 24-5280 approved Pass
107. Request for approval of plat HARRIS COUNTY MUD NO 559 DETENTION RESERVE G AND H2. Consultant, BGE, INC, Precinct 3. 24-5281 approved Pass
108. Request for approval of plat GROVES NORTH RESERVE SEC 3. Consultant, BGE, INC, Precinct 3. 24-5282 approved Pass
109. Request for approval of plat GRAND PRAIRIE HIGHLANDS SEC 9. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC, Precinct 4. 24-5283 approved Pass
110. Request for approval of plat GRAND MASON SEC 6. Consultant, BGE, INC, Precinct 3. 24-5285 approved Pass
111. Request for approval of plat GROVES NORTH RESERVE SEC 1. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3. 24-5287 approved Pass
112. Request for approval of plat GROVES NORTH RESERVE SEC 2. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3. 24-5290 approved Pass
113. Request for approval of plat GRAND MASON ROAD STREET DEDICATION SEC 3. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3. 24-5291 approved Pass
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114. Request that Commissioners Court confirm the determination that the replat does not affect public interest and establish October 8, 2024, as a public meeting for discussion of the proposed plat entitled ST CHARLES PLACE SECTION 2 PARTIAL REPLAT NO 11 under Local Government Code 232.009(c-1), Precinct 3. 24-5300 approved Pass
115. Request for approval of plat FONTANA ESTATES. Consultant, C & C SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5301 approved Pass
116. Request for approval of plat ELYSON SEC 49. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5302 approved Pass
117. Request for approval of plat COLONIAL HEIGHTS. Consultant, CITY CHOICE GROUP, LLC, Precinct 4. 24-5303 approved Pass
118. Request for approval of plat COLE CREEK ESTATES. Consultant, TOTAL SURVEYORS, INC., Precinct 1. 24-5304 approved Pass
119. Request for approval of plat CEDAR POINTE SEC 1. Consultant, MILLER SURVEY, Precinct 3. 24-5306 approved Pass
120. Request for approval of plat CEDAR POINTE DETENTION RESERVE SEC 1. Consultant, MILLER SURVEY, Precinct 3. 24-5308 approved Pass
121. Request for approval of plat CARPENTERS LOGISTICS CENTER. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 2. 24-5309 approved Pass
122. Request for approval of plat BRIDGELAND PRAIRIELAND VILLAGE RESERVE SEC 5. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5310 approved Pass
123. Request for approval of plat BRIDGELAND CREEKLAND VILLAGE SEC 12. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5311 approved Pass
124. Request for approval of plat BRIDGELAND CREEKLAND VILLAGE SEC 10. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5313 approved Pass
125. Request for approval of plat BRIDGELAND CREEKLAND VILLAGE SEC 11. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5314 approved Pass
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126. Request for approval of plat BRIDGE CREEK SEC 10. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 3. 24-5315 approved Pass
127. Request for approval of plat BELMONT FARMS AMENDING PLAT No 1. Consultant, TRI-TECH SURVEYING COMPANY, L.P., Precinct 3. 24-5317 approved Pass
128. Request for approval of plat Beckwith Reserve. Consultant, TEXAS PROFESSIONAL SURVEYING, Precinct 4. 24-5320 approved Pass
129. Request for approval of plat BEAMER VILLAS PARTIAL REPLAT NO 1. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 2. 24-5322 approved Pass
130. Request for approval of plat BARKER CYPRESS MUD WATER PLANT NO 2. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 4. 24-5331 approved Pass
131. Request for approval of plat ASISHA INVESTMENTS LLC. Consultant, ADVANCE SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 2. 24-5332 approved Pass
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132. Request for approval of plat ANNISTON SEC 12. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5334 approved Pass
133. Request for approval of plat ANNISTON SEC 2 AMENDING PLAT NO 1. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4. 24-5336 approved Pass
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134. Request for approval of a utility adjustment agreement with CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. dba CenterPoint Energy Texas Gas Operations, in the amount of $184,200.95, for the adjustment to facilities near HCFCD Unit E121-00-00 (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-15, Project ID E500-25-00-E001, Agreement No. 2023-23, Precinct 1). 24-5116 approved Pass
135. Request for approval of a utility adjustment agreement with Comcast of Houston, LLC, in the amount of $137,924.03 for the adjustment of facilities at the proposed HCFCD Unit E121-00-00 basins upstream of West Little York (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-15, Project ID E500-25-00-E001, Agreement No. 2023-24, Precinct 1). 24-5117 approved Pass
136. Request for approval of a facilities extension agreement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, in the amount of $7,768, to accommodate the Little Cypress Creek Channel Conveyance Improvements between Cypress Rosehill Road and Telge Road (Little Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID C-15, Project ID L100-00-00-E002, Agreement No. 2024-47, Precinct 3). 24-5118 approved Pass
137. Request for approval of a crossing and encroachment agreement with Texas Eastern Transmission, LP, for Phase 2 of the Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin project on HCFCD Unit B512-02-00 (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-06, Project ID B512-02-00-E002, Agreement No. 2024-45, Precinct 2). 24-5121 approved Pass
138. Request for approval of an agreement with West Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 9, to construct and maintain public hike and bike trails on HCFCD Units E100-00-00 and E111-00-00 (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Agreement No. 1546, Precinct 3). 24-5123 approved Pass
139. Request for approval of amendment No. 3 to an agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc., in the amount of $1,450,000, to provide additional program management, engineering and related services as may be needed in support of the Flood Control District’s Frontier Program in the Upper Langham Creek Watershed (Addicks Reservoir Watershed, Project ID U100-00-00-G001, Agreement No. 2018-46, Precincts 3 and 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWDBE Current Participation: 14%). 24-5122 approved Pass
140. Request for approval of change in contract No. 2 with Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for the Excavation of Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-59, Project ID E500-21-00-E002, Job No. 22/0384, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 37%, MWDBE Current Participation: 53.07%). 24-5130 approved Pass
141. Request for approval of an amendment to a facilities extension agreement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, to relocate a power pole for erosion repairs along HCFCD Unit P130-09-00 (Greens Bayou Watershed, Project ID P130-09-00-X009, Agreement No. 2023-43, Precinct 1). 24-5115 approved Pass
142. Request for approval of change in contract No. 2 with Environmental Allies, Inc., for the Barker Reservoir Repair Package 1, adding 60 calendar days (Bond ID F-52, Project ID Z100-00-00-X310, Job No. 22/0363, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%, MWDBE Current Participation: 10.99%). 24-5129 approved Pass
143. Request for approval of change in contract No. 7 with Lecon, Inc., for Major Maintenance of Cypress Creek and Tributaries Batch 3, adding 77 calendar days (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-012, Project ID K100-00-00-X087, Job No. 22/0085, Precincts 1 and 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20.50%, MWDBE Current Participation: 22.95%). 24-5125 approved Pass
144. Request for approval of a consent to assignment to Gannett Fleming, Inc. of the rights and obligations of DE Corp. under agreements with the Flood Control District (Project ID A120-00-00-C003, Agreement No 2020-84, Countywide). 24-5124 approved Pass
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145. Request for approval to execute an agreement with IDCUS Inc. to provide construction engineering and inspection services for the Barrier-Free Program in the amount of $6,140,000.00 (Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%). 24-5182 approved Pass
146. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Siegfried Engineering & Construction, LLC to provide construction engineering and inspection services for the Barrier-Free Program in the amount of $5,968,000.00 (Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%). 24-5184 approved Pass
147. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. to provide construction materials testing services and geotechnical engineering services for the Barrier-Free Program in the amount of $2,839,000.00 (Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%). 24-5185 approved Pass
148. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Raba Kistner Inc. to provide construction materials testing services and geotechnical engineering services for the Barrier-Free Program in the amount of $1,480,000.00 (Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%). 24-5183 approved Pass
149. Request for approval to execute a utility construction service agreement with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, LLC, dba AT&T Texas, for relocation of utility services for the State Highway 225/Sam Houston Tollway East Interchange construction project in the amount of $1,069,766.65 (Precinct 2). 24-5186 approved Pass
150. Request for approval to execute a utility construction service agreement with PS LIGHTWAVE for relocation of utility services for the State Highway 225/Sam Houston Tollway East Interchange construction project in the amount of $43,495.06 (Precinct 2). 24-5187 approved Pass
151. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with Atser, LP for construction materials testing services for the SH 225 and Sam Houston Tollway East Partial Interchange construction project (Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 24-5180 approved Pass
152. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with IEA, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services for the assessment and design of the SH 249 Tomball Tollway Pavement Surface Repairs design, bidding phase, and construction phase services (Precincts 3 & 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.6%). 24-5181 approved Pass
153. Request for approval to advertise for a competitive sealed proposal for construction of the new EZ Tag Store located along 9400 East Sam Houston Parkway North, Houston, Texas (24/0724, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15.22%). 24-5179 approved Pass
171 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
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154. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda and Legislative Platform. 24-5444 approved Pass
155. Request for approval of an amendment to the orders authorizing travel during the 2023-2024 and 2025-2026 biennium sessions of the Texas Legislature and other legislative purposes within the State of Texas and out of state allowing for related expenses to be reimbursed in accordance with the federal US General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines. 24-5445 approved Pass
174 Economic Equity and Opportunity
156. Request for approval to sponsor the Bubbles for Babies Brunch hosted by First3Years on Friday, September 27, 2024 in the total amount of $300. 24-5026 approved Pass
176 Universal Services
157. Request for approval to develop the County-wide Software and Hardware Asset Management Program. 24-5151 approved Pass
158. Request for approval of an agreement with Nacogdoches County for use of the County's communications systems. 24-5147 approved Pass
159. Request for approval of an agreement with Victoria County for use of the County's communications systems. 24-5146 approved Pass
160. Request for approval of the expenditure of funds with Ernst & Young, LLP, in the amount of $300,206 to provide consulting services for a data management strategy for Harris County for the period beginning upon Commissioners Court approval and lasting for approximately three (3) months in connection with an agreement approved by Commissioners Court on March 22, 2022 (Job No. 210317), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 6.2%. 24-5145 approved Pass
161. Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Fleet Vehicles project (continuous) for an additional incremental authorization of $46,717,521 for a total FY2025 authorization of $57,057,420. 24-5143 approved Pass
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163. Request for approval of new vehicle control numbers and changes to attributes of certain VCNs for various departments. 24-5148 approved Pass
184 Public Health Services
164. Request for approval of the Order to Abate a Public Nuisance at multiple locations in Precincts 2 and 3 under the Community Development Block Grant Neighborhood Nuisance Abatement Program. 24-5111 approved Pass
165. Request for approval to transfer three positions from a grant fund to the Charity Care special revenue fund effective September 7, 2024. 24-5079 approved Pass
187 Pollution Control Services
166. Request for approval of an indemnification of expenditures in the amount of $43.81. 24-4999 approved Pass
189 Housing and Community Development
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167. Request for approval of the HOME ARP Allocation Plan substantial amendment for the PY2021 Annual Action Plan. 24-5139 approved Pass
168. Request for approval of a Resolution of Non-Objection & Greater than 20% HTC Units per Total Households in Census Tracts Resolution for The Preserve at Dominion Park 4% Affordable Housing Tax Credit Project. 24-5288 approved Pass
169. Request that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with the City of La Porte for the provision of Fixed Route Bus Service within the City in Precinct 2. 24-5135 approved Pass
170. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) to partner with Harris County Transit on the Commute Solutions program for Fridays in September with H-GAC to provide a cost reimbursement in an amount not to exceed $47,000. 24-5136 approved Pass
171. Request for approval of the first amendment to an agreement with the City of La Porte to revise the scope of work and reallocate $415,500 from the Architectural/Engineering Design to the construction line with the total project amount remaining at $3,472,757 in CDBG-DR funds for the Northside Neighborhood Drainage Improvements project. 24-5329 approved Pass
172. Request for approval of the Final Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Project Plan & Financing Plan for Harris County Reinvestment Zone Number One (“Aldine TIRZ”). 24-5140 approved Pass
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173. Request for approval of change orders 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23 for the HAY Center Project and to increase the construction contract with Arch-Con Corporation from $24,050,607.34 to $24,182,716.04. 24-5167 approved Pass
174. Request for approval of change orders 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28 for the HAY Center Project and to increase the construction contract with Arch-Con Corporation from $24,182,716.04 to $24,231,087.74. 24-5168 approved Pass
198 Juvenile Probation
175. Request for approval to accept from Beyond Your Limits the donation of one hundred (100) back-to-school backpacks filled with essential educational supplies to be used for the Functional Family Therapy HCJPD Health Services program participants. 24-5333 approved Pass
200 Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
176. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Channelview Independent School District for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 for two Youth Service Specialists, and for Channelview ISD to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $43,353 per position. 24-5003 approved Pass
177. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Pasadena Independent School District for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 for one Youth Service Specialist, and for Pasadena ISD to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $43,353 per position. 24-5004 approved Pass
178. Request for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Spring Branch Independent School District for the period of July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 for five Youth Service Specialists, and for Spring Branch ISD to reimburse the County an annual standard fee of $43,353 per position. 24-5205 approved Pass
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179. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to apply for a solicitation from the Social Security Administration, Cooperative Disability Investigation Unit for a contract in the amount of $677,136 for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025, and to extend the associated positions. 24-5326 approved Pass
180. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to return the donation of a 2021 Dodge Charger with police package to its donor since this vehicle has reached its anticipated end of life. 24-5092 approved Pass
181. Request by the Constable of Precinct 4 for approval of required positions, related equipment, vehicle allowance where applicable, and law enforcement renewals, amendments, and agreements with various civic and homeowner associations and other entities. 24-5094 approved Pass
208 Sheriff
182. Request for approval of changes to the list of law enforcement personnel with oaths of office and statements of officer. 24-5191 approved Pass
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183. Request for approval to pay general funds in the total amount of $183,515.60 during FY25 to the City of Houston in four (4) quarterly payments for the Sheriff’s Office share of the Houston TranStar operating costs. 24-5364 approved Pass
185. Request for approval to remove weapons from the Evidence Management/Property Room inventory that were ordered for destruction. 24-5189 approved Pass
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186. Request for approval of a Change Investment Memo for the In-Bound Ballot by Mail Sorting System projects in the additional amount of $195,998 for a total authorization of $414,997 and request commercial paper funding for an additional $195,000 for a total allocation of $415,000. 24-5099 approved Pass
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187. 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. 24-5022 approved Pass
188. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing a Settlement in connection with Conrado Saldivar and Alma Saldivar v. Harris County; Cause No. 2020-68060; In the 152nd Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas. 24-5024 approved Pass
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191. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement of a Claim by Agreement between Harris County and Darryl Taylor. 24-5025 approved Pass
192. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Payment under the Settlement Agreement and Inmate Medical Services Agreement with SJ Medical Center, LLC. 24-5172 approved Pass
193. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of the First Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Monty & Ramirez LLP, in connection with Patrick Nagorski v. Harris County, Texas; Civil Action No. 4:23-cv-2860, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. 24-5174 approved Pass
194. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of the First Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and David A. Nachtigall, Attorney at Law, PLLC, in connection with Darrin Hannibal, et al v. Sharmayne Ivory, et al; Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-1330, In the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. 24-5450 approved Pass
195. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of the First Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Ramon G. Viada III, in connection with Mikul Klehm v. Rawltyn J. Hart and Harris County; Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-01226, In the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. 24-5451 approved Pass
196. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of the First 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. 24-5452 approved Pass
197. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of the Fourth Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Chamberlain Hrdlicka to provide legal services for the County. 24-5453 approved Pass
198. Request for approval of nine positions effective September 21, 2024 to in-source the HCTRA call center in-house. 24-5356 approved Pass
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199. Request for approval of additional funding for overtime to prosecute the HPD cases that were coded to “SL” code. 24-5482 no action
200. Request for approval to increase budget maximums for two Assistant District Attorney VII positions for merit increases above 5%. 24-5484 approved Pass
231 District Courts
201. Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Criminal Courthouse Audio/Video Systems Upgrade project for an additional authorization of $7,161,000 for a total authorization of $7,207,750. 24-5077 approved Pass
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233 Travel & Training
202. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests. 24-5001 approved Pass
235 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OCA 50 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $30,000 General 2. OMB 50 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $15,000 General 3. DEEO 1 Am. Contract Compliance Assn. Conference 9/29-10/4/2024 Seattle, WA $3,770 General & Training 4. US 2 Oracle CloudWorld Conference 9/9-14/2024 Las Vegas, NV $6,938 General 5. PHS 4 Centers for Disease Control & Prevention FY 2025 Atlanta, GA $9,980 Other leadership meetings 6. PHS 4 NAACHO, TFAH, NASEM leadership meetings FY 2025 Various $11,600 Other 7. PHS 4 Department of Health & Human Services FY 2025 Various $12,150 Other meetings 8. PHS 6 Public Health advocacy meetings FY 2025 Various $23,350 Other 9. PHS 3 American Evaluation Association 10/22-26/2024 Portland, OR $9,120 Grant Conference 10. AGL 1 Program Leaders Network Conference 8/19-22/2024 Charlotte, NC $2,185 Other 11. HCRCA 4 Parent-child relationships training 7/17-20/2024 Seattle, WA $10,880 Grant 12. C5 1 K9 recertification training* 9/9-13/2024 Greenfield, IN $1,275 General 13. SHERIFF 2 CopTech Forum 8/13-16/2024 Denver, CO $3,365 Other
236 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 14. SHERIFF 1 Homeland Security investigations 8/18-31/2024 Charlotte, NC $4,905 Other undercover training 15. SHERIFF - Underwater post blast investigations 8/25-31/2024 Lexington, SC - Other training ($17,048 appvd. 6/25 for 2 attnds.-location change) 16. SHERIFF 4 National Tactical Officers Association 9/7-13/2024 Kansas City, MO $10,411 Other Law Enforcement Conf. 17. SHERIFF 1 Natl. Ctr. for Missing & Exploited 9/8-13/2024 Alexandria, VA $3,030 Other Children Victim Identif. Conf. 18. SHERIFF 6 Problem Oriented Policing Conference 9/11-15/2024 Baltimore, MD $14,000 Other 19. SHERIFF 2 Incident debrief training 9/12-13/2024 Kansas City, MO $2,805 Other 20. SHERIFF 1 Crisis negotiation training 10/20-26/2024 Lafayette, LA $2,164 Other 21. SHERIFF 1 Underwater counter measures training 10/20- Tampa, FL $11,530 Other 11/2/2024 22. SHERIFF 2 Grants Professionals Association 10/30- Denver, CO $4,830 Other Conference 11/2/2024 23. IFS 2 National Association of Medical 9/19-23/2024 Denver, CO $5,650 Other Examiners meeting 24. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket requests* FY 2025 Various $25,000 General 25. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket FY 2025 Various $25,000 Other requests-LEOSE* 26. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket requests* FY 2025 Various $50,000 Grant 27. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket FY 2025 Various $100,000 Other requests-Asset Forfeiture* 28. CCTS 28 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $26,600 General
203. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests. 24-5002 approved Pass
238 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OCA 3 Thermographic applications online TBD Houston, TX $1,995 General training 2. OCA 2 SPEER industry & policy workshop 9/18-20/2024 Austin, TX $2,180 General 3. OCA 50 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $20,000 General 4. OMB 50 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $15,000 General 5. OMB 7 Texas Public Funds Investment Conference 11/7-8/2024 Houston, TX $1,575 General 6. HRRM 1 OSHA online industry training TBD Houston, TX $160 General 7. FCD 3 Tree Conference* 9/25-27/2024 Waco, TX $2,484 FCD 8. FCD 4 Texas Water Conservation Association 10/22-25/2024 San Antonio, TX $10,360 FCD Conference
239 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 22. DRO 9 Texas Association of Domestic Relations 10/29-31/2024 Fort Worth, TX $11,054 General Offices Conference 23. JUVPROB 1 Re-imagining reform meeting* 9/12-14/2024 Austin, TX $265 Grant $450 Other 24. JUVPROB 3 Chief's Leadership Conference* 9/29-10/2/2024 Galveston, TX $3,148 Grant 25. JUVPROB 2 Mental Health Conference* 12/2-5/2024 Corpus Christi, TX $2,132 Grant 26. HCRCA - Texas Guardianship Association mental 8/27/2024 Houston, TX - Other health webinar ($425 appvd. 8/6 for 17 attnds.-date change) 27. HCRCA 1 Texas Suicide Prevention Symposium 9/17-18/2024 Mesquite, TX $605 General 28. CAC 1 Darkness to Light new facilitator 8/29/2024 Houston, TX $450 Other authorization virtual workshop 29. CAC 6 Seamless Virtual Conference 9/25-26/2024 Houston, TX $1,500 Other 30. CAC 1 Gestalt play therapy training 11/22/2024 Houston, TX $200 Other 31. CAC 1 Ethical play therapy training 12/6/2024 Houston, TX $200 Other 32. CAC 1 Family systems theory training 2/7/2025 Houston, TX $200 Other 33. CAC 1 Filial play & child parent relationship 2/14/2025 Houston, TX $194 Other therapy virtual training 34. CAC 1 Developmental play & ethics of touch in 3/7/2025 Houston, TX $200 Other play therapy training 35. CAC 1 Mental health impacts of sexual abuse on 4/25/2025 Houston, TX $194 Other children virtual training
240 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 62. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket requests* FY 2025 Various $50,000 General 63. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket requests* FY 2025 Various $100,000 Grant 64. DA 445 Various fiscal year blanket FY 2025 Various $100,000 Other requests-Asset Forfeiture* 65. PD 1 Criminal defense investigation training 10/16-18/2024 Houston, TX $6,065 General speaker fees 66. MAC 1 Gideon's Promise Program training 10/12-19/2024 Austin, TX $300 General $1,515 Other 67. JP 3.2 1 Judicial Summit on Mental Health 11/20-22/2024 Allen, TX $915 General 68. JP 8.1 1 County Judges & Commissioners 10/21-22/2024 San Marcos, TX $370 General Association of Texas Conference 69. CCTS 40 County Court coordinators & court FY 2025 Various $24,100 General reporters blanket requests 70. CCTS 28 Various fiscal year blanket requests FY 2025 Various $24,600 General 71. CCTS 20 County Court Judiciary Conferences & FY 2025 Various $46,300 General meetings* 72. PBCT3 1 Estate planning, guardianship, & elder 8/7-10/2024 San Antonio, TX $2,090 General law training 73. PBCT3 4 Texas College of Probate Judges meeting 8/29-9/1/2024 San Antonio, TX $4,775 General 74. PBCT4 1 Texas College of Probate Judges 8/27-30/2024 San Antonio, TX $1,133 Other Conference 75. PBCT4 1 Texas Guardianship Association 9/17-20/2024 San Antonio, TX $1,390 Other Conference* 76. PBCT5 5 Texas College of Probate Judges 8/27-30/2024 San Antonio, TX $5,120 General Conference
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204. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) for grant funds in the amount of $2,000,000, with no required local match, for the FY 2024 Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program for the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Camera Systems for Vision Zero Improvement Project in Precinct 2. 24-5218 approved Pass
205. Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to assume primary sponsorship of the University Asia Town Multimodal Path project from Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 62 (MUD 62) and enter into an Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Project funds totaling $11,509,350. This amount includes $8,874,963 in federal funds, $1,429,168 of State funds and $1,205,220 of local funds provided by Harris County Precinct 4. 24-5219 approved Pass
206. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services for grant funds of up to $2.5 million, with no required match, for the FY2024 Community-Based Maternal Behavioral Health Services Program. 24-5227 approved Pass
207. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for cooperative agreement funds of $1,313,880 annually for five years (totaling $6,569,400), with no required match, for the Tuberculosis Elimination and Laboratory Cooperative Agreement Program. 24-5228 approved Pass
208. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the Texas Department of State Health Services grant funds in the amount of $750,000, with no required match, and seven (7) positions effective September 7, 2024 for the Immunization Locals Grant Program as a Responsible Entity managing the Texas Vaccines for Children and Adult Safety Net programs. 24-5272 approved Pass
209. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services carryover funds in the amount of $538,663, with no required match, for the 2024-25 Ryan White Part A and MAI Program HIV Emergency Relief Project. 24-5342 approved Pass
210. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant renewal funds in the amount of $2,231,063.00, with no required match, and extend 10 positions to August 31, 2025 for the FY25 Overdose Data to Action (CDC) Program. 24-5350 approved Pass
211. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for a one-time retention stipend for employees and contractors in the amount of $407,501 for the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program. 24-5335 approved Pass
212. Request by Public Health Services for approval to temporarily transfer funds from Charity Care Special Revenue - Fund 2117 in the amount of $20,000 to fund the cost of three grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Title V Child Health and Dental Program from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and extend the associated positions to August 31, 2025. 24-5220 approved Pass
213. Request by Public Health Services for approval to temporarily transfer funds from Charity Care Special Revenue - Fund 2117 in the amount of $118,741 to fund the cost of 30 grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Family Planning Program and Healthy Texas Women Program from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and extend the associated positions to August 31, 2025. 24-5221 approved Pass
214. Request by Public Health Services for approval to temporarily transfer funds from Charity Care Special Revenue - Fund 2117 in the amount of $13,163.66 to fund the cost of two grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Immunization Grant Program from the Department of State Health Services, and extend the associated positions to August 31, 2025. 24-5222 approved Pass
215. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas General Land Office to increase the grant award by $943,037 for the FY 2017 CDBG-DR Hurricane Harvey Round One Funding Program. 24-5112 approved Pass
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216. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval to extend and reassign grant funded positions ending on October 6, 2023, and September 27, 2024, to their newly created department ID, project, and activity to be effective September 21, 2024. 24-5153 approved Pass
217. Request by Veterans Services for approval to extend one position to June 30, 2025 for the Veterans Assistance Program. 24-5010 approved Pass
218. Request by the County Library for approval to accept from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission grant funds in the amount of $10,000, with no required match, for the FY 2025 Texas Reads Program. 24-5102 approved Pass
219. Request by Harris County Resources for Children and Adults for approval of a renewal base contract with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, with no current year impact, for the FY 2025-29 Family Assessment Program. 24-5017 approved Pass
220. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to accept from the Houston-Galveston Area Council grant funds in the amount of $110,000, with no required match and an in-kind match of $1,200,000, for the FY 2024-25 Environmental Crimes Unit Camera Program. 24-5194 approved Pass
221. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Justice for grant funds in the amount of $499,678, with no cash match, for the FY 2024 Public Safety Partnership - Capacity Building Program. 24-5006 approved Pass
222. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Justice for grant funds in the amount of $341,167, with no cash match, for the FY 2024 COPS Safer Outcomes Program. 24-5007 approved Pass
223. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Justice for grant funds in the estimated amount of $5,000,000, with no cash match, for the FY 2024 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP). 24-5383 approved Pass
224. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $435,805, with a required match of $109,420, for the FY 2025 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Comprehensive Program. 24-5063 approved Pass
225. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept from the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) grant funds in the amount of $208,893, with no required match, for the 2024-25 Regional Law Enforcement Training Program. 24-5095 approved Pass
226. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $85,778, with a cash match of $27,120, for the FY 2025 General Traffic Safety Bicyclists Program. 24-5152 approved Pass
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227. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $100,000 to fund the cost of five grant positions pending receipt of the award for the FY 2025 Domestic Violence Advocacy Program from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division. 24-5154 approved Pass
228. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $70,000 to fund the cost of two grant positions pending receipt of the award for the FY 2025 First Responder Mental Health Program from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division. 24-5155 approved Pass
229. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Justice for grant funds in the amount of $2,499,158, with no required match, for the FY 2024 National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Program. 24-5000 approved Pass
230. Request by the District Attorney for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) grant funds in the amount of $247,147, with a required match of $121,729, for the FY 2025 Vehicular Crimes: Intoxication Source Initiative Program, and extend associated positions to September 30, 2025. 24-5054 approved Pass
231. Request by the District Attorney for approval to accept from the Texas Department of Transportation grant funds in the amount of $257,601, with a required match of $64,400, for the FY 25 No Refusal-Stop Impaired Drivers Program. 24-5055 approved Pass
232. Request by the District Attorney for approval to extend two grant positions to September 30, 2025 for the pending FY 2025 Gulf Coast Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation (GC CASE) Program. 24-5164 approved Pass
233. Request by the District Attorney for approval to extend five positions to September 30, 2025 until the grant renewal is received from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2025 Special Victims Prosecution and Protective Order Project. 24-5166 approved Pass
234. Request by the District Attorney for approval to extend 42 grant positions to September 30, 2025 until the grant award is received from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2025 Victim Assistance Program. 24-5196 approved Pass
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235. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims. 24-5351 approved Pass
236. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2024. 24-5352 approved Pass
237. Request for approval of payroll contributions, premiums, and other related payments for the payroll periods during the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024 and ending September 30, 2025 for Harris County and Harris County Flood Control District. 24-5353 approved Pass
238. Request for approval of a claim made payable in the amount of $189,064.53 to Brinks US, subject to the authorization of an agenda item made by the Harris County Purchasing Agent, for settlement of their unpaid security services invoices from March 1, 2024 through May 31, 2024. 24-5354 approved Pass
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239. Request for approval to accept $106,106 back in the general fund bank account from the non-redeemed juror pay cards issued in April. 24-5271 approved Pass
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240. Request for approval, on behalf of Harris Central Appraisal District, to waive penalty and interest assessed on a certain account for a total in the amount of $119.86 for tax year 2023. 24-5231 approved Pass
241. Request for approval, on behalf of Harris Central Appraisal District, to waive penalty and interest assessed on a certain account for a total in the amount of $671.11 for tax year 2023. 24-5232 approved Pass
242. Request for approval of quarterly assessment payments to the Harris Central Appraisal District for the County and Flood Control District. 24-5319 approved Pass
243. Request for approval of tax refund payments. 24-5305 approved Pass
291 Purchasing
244. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for maintenance, support and related items for Avaya Phone Systems for Universal Services-Technology (230437). 24-5090 approved Pass
245. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for data center co-location and network services for the Toll Road Authority (240242). 24-5091 approved Pass
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246. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for Holistic Assistance Response Team Services for Public Health Services (240207). 24-5098 approved Pass
247. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for detention security screening equipment for the Sheriff’s Office (240238). 24-5204 approved Pass
248. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement for professional architectural and/or engineering services to provide design services and construction phase services for the development of Remembrance Park for the Office of the County Engineer (240278). 24-5362 approved Pass
249. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for venue and catering services for the senior luncheon for Precinct 1 (240297). 24-5382 approved Pass
250. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement 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 (240295). 24-5384 approved Pass
251. Request for approval of a renewal option with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. dba NEOGOV for electronic recruitment system for Harris County for the period of December 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025 at a cost of $127,410 (190118), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0 % - Non- Divisible. 24-5089 approved Pass
252. Request for approval of a renewal option with Agilent Technologies Canada Inc. for liquid chromatograph tandem mass spectrometer for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of February 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026 at a cost of $258,483 (220229), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5105 approved Pass
253. Request for approval of a renewal option with Tripod Concepts, LLC, WHC HTX, LLC dba zTrip for transportation services for patients and packages for Public Health Services for the period of December 19, 2024 - December 18, 2025, at a cost of $400,000 (230056), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5114 approved Pass
254. Request for approval of a renewal option with Masterson Advisors, LLC for financial advisory services for Harris County and the Flood Control District through August 23, 2025 at a cost of $300,000 (210043), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 13%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5132 approved Pass
255. Request for approval of a renewal option with Yellowstone Landscape - Central, Inc. for mowing and maintenance services of right-of-ways and esplanades at the North and Northwest Zones and related items for Precinct 1 for the period of October 11, 2024 - October 10, 2025 at a cost of $1,300,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220144), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 29%, MWDBE Current Participation: 22.03%. 24-5137 approved Pass
256. Request for approval of a renewal option with City Supply Company, Inc for plumbing supplies and related items for Harris County for the period of November 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025, at a cost of $347,627 (220322), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5190 approved Pass
257. Request for approval of a renewal option with Landscape Consultants of Texas dba Landscape Professionals of Texas for grounds maintenance services for the Eastgate and Oates Cemetery for the Housing and Community Development Department for the period of December 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025 at a cost of $72,605 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210336), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 9.6%. 24-5192 approved Pass
258. Request for approval of a renewal option with Environmental Southwest for tree planting and maintenance services for the Flood Control District for the period of December 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025, at a cost of $1,375,107, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210352), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%. 24-5197 approved Pass
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259. Request for approval of a renewal option with SiteOne Landscape Supply for supply of various trees and related items for Harris County for the period of December 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025 at a cost of $65,000 (210297), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0%, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5198 approved Pass
260. Request for approval of a renewal option with GLM Contracting, Inc. (Primary) and DCE Construction, Inc. (Secondary) for concrete pavement repair and related items at various locations for Precinct 3 for the period of September 23, 2024 - September 22, 2025, at a cost of $1,000,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230193), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 33%, MWDBE Current Participation: 37.4%. 24-5200 approved Pass
261. Request for approval of a renewal option with AFC Urgent Care Clear Lake DBA Rapidhealth LLC for on-site blood testing for detection of mycobacterium tuberculosis for the Sheriff's Office for the period of October 10, 2024 - October 9, 2025, at a cost of $230,000 (230195), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5201 approved Pass
262. Request for approval of a renewal option with Phonoscope, Inc; Comcast Cable Communication; and AT&T Corp. for data telecommunications for Harris County for the period of September 11, 2024 - September 10, 2025 at a cost of $2,700,000 (160175), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5208 approved Pass
263. Request for approval of a renewal option with J Rivas Construction, LLC for construction of sidewalks and related items at various locations for Precinct 4 for the period of September 26, 2024 - September 25, 2025 at a cost of $5,851,050 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220213), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 33%, MWDBE Current Participation: 84.1%. 24-5213 approved Pass
264. Request for approval of a renewal option with BakerRipley in the amount of $508,000; Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project, $380,000; and Justice for All Immigrants, $412,000 for Immigration & Naturalization Services Fund for Housing and Community Development for the period of October 10, 2024 - October 9, 2025 (230184), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5229 approved Pass
265. Request for approval of a renewal option with CareFusion Solutions, LLC for pharmacy automated medication dispensing system for the Sheriff’s Office through May 30, 2025, at a cost of $297,840 (190177), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5242 approved Pass
266. Request for approval of a renewal option with TFS Energy Solutions LLC, dba Tradition Energy for energy consulting for market research, risk management, sustainability and procurement solutions for Harris County for the period of October 12, 2024 - October 11, 2025 at a cost of $100,000 (200367), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5249 approved Pass
267. Request for approval of a renewal option with Witt O’Briens, LLC for grant writing services for the Office of County Administration for the period of October 10, 2024 - October 9, 2025 at a cost of $144,000 (230106). 24-5247 approved Pass
268. Request for approval of a renewal option with P-Ville, Inc. for mowing and various maintenance services for the West Region for the Flood Control District for the period of January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 at a cost of $810,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210313), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 12.33%. 24-5253 approved Pass
269. Request for approval of a renewal option with SWTRE, LLC for outrigging equipment, parts, supplies, installation services and related items for Harris County for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025, at a cost of $225,000 (230277), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5256 approved Pass
270. Request for approval of a renewal option with Kleen-Tech Services, LLC for janitorial services at various locations for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 at a cost of $676,047 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230245), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 14%, MWDBE Current Participation 21.9%. 24-5268 approved Pass
271. Request for approval of a renewal option with Hayden Paving, Inc. for asphalt overlay of various roads in the South Zone of Precinct 2 for the period of November 9, 2024 - November 8, 2025 at a cost of $500,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (200240), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 6.8%, MWDBE Current Participation: 17.8%. 24-5270 approved Pass
272. Request for approval of a renewal option with Computer Services Inc. to provide and mail tax statements for the Tax Assessor-Collector for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 at a cost of $350,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (200193), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5297 approved Pass
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273. Request for approval of a renewal option with QIAGEN, LLC for extraction/purification robot for the genetics lab at the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of August 29, 2024 - August 28, 2025, at a cost of $15,957 (230282), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5316 approved Pass
274. Request for approval of a renewal option with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC for toll collection system - back office solution for the Toll Road Authority for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 at a cost of $7,152,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (100116), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5339 approved Pass
275. Request for approval of a renewal option with Waste Corporation of Texas LP dba GFL Environmental for refuse removal services for Harris County, the Flood Control District and the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the period of January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 at a cost of $1,871,833 (210358), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5341 approved Pass
276. Request for approval of a renewal option with multiple vendors 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 at a cost of $35,000,000 (220313). 24-5395 approved Pass
277. Request for approval of a renewal option with Yellowstone Landscape - Central, Inc. for mowing and maintenance services of right-of-ways and esplanades at the South and Northeast Zones and related items for Precinct 1 for the period of October 11, 2024 - October 10, 2025 at a cost of $693,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220143), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 32%, MWDBE Current Participation: 27.04%. 24-5343 approved Pass
278. Request for approval of a renewal option with P-Ville, Inc. for mowing and various maintenance services for the South Central Region for the Flood Control District for the period of January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 at a cost of $1,403,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210285), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 13.07%. 24-5344 approved Pass
279. Request for approval of a renewal option with BDO USA P.C.; Milligan Partners LLC; Murray and James Consulting, Inc.; and Protiviti 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 at a cost of $35,000,000 (220313), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 27%, MWDBE Current Participation: 0%. 24-5416 approved Pass
280. Request for approval of a renewal option with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC for turn-key maintenance, repair and replacement services, and related items for jail facilities for the Sheriff’s Office for the period of September 15, 2024 - September 14, 2025 at a cost of $8,938,671, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (190378), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 24%, MWDBE Current Participation: 1.01%. 24-5401 approved Pass
281. Request for approval of an interlocal renewal option with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD for mental health and intellectual developmental disability services to inmates housed in the detention facilities operated by the Sheriff’s Office for the period of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025, at a cost of $10,000,000. 24-5093 approved Pass
282. Request for approval of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) renewal option with CDW Government, LLC for software license, maintenance, and support for streetlight data enterprise package for the period of August 29, 2024 - August 28, 2025, at a cost of $707,240, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5207 approved Pass
283. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Gartner, Inc. for cybersecurity assessment of elections systems and processes for Universal Services - Technology for the period of October 11, 2024 - October 10, 2025 at a cost of $499,000 Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5248 approved Pass
284. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC dba Comcast Business Communications, LLC; Layer 3 Communications, LLC; T-Mobile USA; Motorola Solutions, Inc.; and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for wired and wireless broadband services for Harris County for the period of November 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025, at a cost of $15,000,000, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5299 approved Pass
333 Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services Inc. for compensation and pay equity study for Human Resources & Risk Management for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230485), MWDBE Contracted Goal:13%. 24-5096 approved Pass
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286. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest complete bid to Texas Materials Group, Inc. dba Texas Materials in the amount of $178,000 for rip rap, granular fill and related items for the Flood Control District for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240234). 24-5193 approved Pass
287. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to TUF Industrial (Primary) and Tree Guy, LLC (Secondary) in the amount of $94,950 for hydro-axe and woody vegetation removal for the Flood Control District for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240183), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10.400%. 24-5195 approved Pass
288. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to ECM Construction LLC in the amount of $1,189,729 for construction of sidewalks at N. Eldridge Parkway - 2022 for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240224), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 13.05%. 24-5215 approved Pass
289. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to The Urban Foresters LLC (Primary) and UFL, Inc. (Secondary) in the amount of $1,762,835 for selective clearing of underbrush, tree, debris removal, desnag operations and herbicide applications for the Flood Control District for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025, with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240196), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10.40%. 24-5254 approved Pass
290. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Pipe View, LLC DBA Pipe View America in the amount of $1,227,985 for culvert and storm sewer pipe cleaning, CCTV Inspection Services and related items for Precinct 1 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 (240201), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 9.90%. 24-5255 approved Pass
291. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to McCrory - CTI Services Inc. in the amount of $1,739,913 for concrete pavement repair and related items for Precinct 1 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 (240214), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.73%. 24-5269 approved Pass
292. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to 3L USA in the amount of $20,680 for emergency rental of fuel tanks for Harris County for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240110), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5318 approved Pass
293. Request for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the best evaluated vendor and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in the amount of $5,000,000 for professional engineering services to provide program management, project management, construction management, and inspection services for the development and implementation of CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT projects for the Flood Control District for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2026 with three (3) one - year renewal options (230458), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%. 24-5346 approved Pass
294. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract award on the basis of low quote and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Cities Digital Inc. in the amount of $54,296 for Laserfiche Self-Hosted Subscription(s) for Harris County through May 3, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options. 24-5241 approved Pass
295. Request for approval to rescind an award from Homeland Language Services for medical interpretation and translation services for Public Health Services, in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on June 25, 2024 (230425), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 37%. 24-5398 approved Pass
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296. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Montrose Center in the amount of $395,225 for emergency financial assistance program through Ryan White Program Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative services for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 in connection with a renewal approved by Commissioners Court on October 10, 2023 (200361), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5237 approved Pass
297. Request that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement with Brink's U.S. in the amount of $189,065 for armored car services for Harris County for services provided from March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024. 24-5394 approved Pass
298. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston in the amount of $979,344 for after school and summer programming for Precinct 4 for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025. 24-5408 approved Pass
299. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Montrose Center in the amount of $25,000 for Ryan White Program Part A Services - Substance Abuse Treatment Program for eligible HIV/AIDS infected individuals residing within the Houston Eligible Metropolitan Area (EMA) for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 in connection with a renewal approved by Commissioners Court on October 10, 2023 (200360). 24-5239 approved Pass
300. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with Translation & Interpretation Network, LLC in the amount of $472,037 for medical interpretation and translation services for Public Health Services for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025, with four (4) one-year renewal options, in connection with an award approved by Commissioners Court on June 25, 2024 (230425), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 37%. 24-5396 approved Pass
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301. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with California Creative Solutions, Inc. dba CCS Learning Academy to reallocate the budget, change of scope of services and schedule for executive leadership team builder and coaching for Public Health Services for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (230162), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%. 24-5202 approved Pass
302. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in the additional amount of $28,313 for public safety communications operations management system for Universal Services - Technology for the extended period of October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024 (160252), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5203 approved Pass
303. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with multiple vendors to delete language regarding Consumer Price Index adjustments and payment bond requirements for contingent workforce services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of April 18, 2024 - April 17, 2025, with no increase in the total contract amount (230291), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 27%. 24-5064 approved Pass
304. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Civic Heart Community Services to clarify the terms of the agreement for intermediary organization to administer the Youth Justice Community Reinvestment Fund for the Office of County Administration for the period of April 26, 2024 - April 25, 2025, with no increase in the total contract amount (210372), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5206 approved Pass
305. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with The Montrose Center in the additional amount of $190,513 to adjust funds available to the vendor for Ryan White Program Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative (MAI) services for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 (210417), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5230 approved Pass
306. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with Southwestern Correctional, LLC dba LaSalle Southwest Corrections and LaSalle Management Company and LaSalle Corrections in the additional amount of $18,530,000 to amend the pricing schedule and statement of work to add a facility for housing Harris County inmates for detention, care and transport of persons detained under the authority of the Sheriff’s Office for the period of April 25, 2024 - April 24, 2025 (220159), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0%, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5402 approved Pass
307. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with The Montrose Center in the additional amount of $626,220 to adjust funds available to the vendor for Emergency Financial Assistance Program through Ryan White Program Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative services for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 (200361), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5236 approved Pass
308. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Houston Area Community Health Services, Inc. (DBA Avenue 360 Health & Wellness) in the total additional amount of $2,764,028 for Ryan White Program Part A services for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration through February 28, 2025 (220352), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5238 approved Pass
309. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Amtech Elevator Services in the additional amount of $2,611 for an additional service location for Building Operations Services for maintenance and repair of vertical transportation equipment for Harris County and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (190397), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5323 approved Pass
310. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Oracle America, Inc. in the additional amount of $756,575 for additional PeopleSoft Enterprise licenses for enterprise resource planning systems for Harris County for the period of April 29, 2024 - April 28, 2025 (166062), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5330 approved Pass
311. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with CareFusion Solutions, LLC to clarify the term of the products and services and memorialize the County's election to renew the master agreement for County's first renewal term for Pharmacy Automated Medication Dispensing System for the Sheriff’s Office for the extended period of May 1, 2023 - May 30, 2024, with no increase in the total contract amount (190177), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5244 approved Pass
312. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement and a renewal option with CDW Government, LLC in the additional amount of $38,758 for additional services for software license, maintenance, and support for streetlight data enterprise package for the period of August 29, 2023 - August 28, 2024, in connection with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS). 24-5251 approved Pass
313. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with West Publishing Corporation, d/b/a West, a Thomson Reuters Business in the amount of $1,608,164 for subscription to Westlaw and CLEAR Computer assisted legal & investigative research services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5101 approved Pass
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314. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Motorola Solutions, Inc in the amount of $8,315,297 for system enhancement and upgrade for the Texas Wide Area Radio Network (TxWARN) Astro P25 System for Universal Services for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5217 approved Pass
315. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Greater Houston Healthconnect in the amount of $50,000 for secure electronic exchange of protected health information for the Sheriff’s Office for the period of November 9, 2024 - November 8, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5240 approved Pass
316. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Quickbase, Inc. in the amount of $297,000 for QuickBase business and enterprise subscription(s) for Harris County through June 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5250 approved Pass
317. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $618,579 for dispatch console upgrade for Constable Precinct 4 for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5337 approved Pass
318. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Baylor College of Medicine in the amount of $520,504 for clinical services at the Bayland Community Center for Precinct 4 through September 30, 2025 with four (4) one- year renewal options, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0%, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5233 approved Pass
319. Request for approval of a professional services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Texas Children's Hospital in the amount of $541,800 for medical, clinical and administrative services at on-site medical clinic for the Children’s Assessment Center for the period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature. 24-5246 approved Pass
320. 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 July 24, 2024 - August 14, 2024. 24-5142 approved Pass
321. Request for approval to remove inventory items listed on Auditor’s Form 3351 for the Toll Road Authority. 24-5267 approved Pass
322. Request for approval to trade-in inventoried county property to Beckman Coulter Inc in the amount of $4,500 for Allegra X30 Series Centrifuges with adaptors, with the trade-in amount for three (3) Allegra X30 with SX4400 centrifuge adaptors 13x100 & 16/100 adaptors (Equipment #’s 2349, 2350, 2353) being used towards the purchase of new forensics equipment. 24-5388 approved Pass
323. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from King Ranch Ag & Turf in the amount of $121,096 for gators for Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5273 approved Pass
324. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of only quote to Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $156,714 for forklifts for the County Clerk's Office. 24-5397 approved Pass
325. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Doggett Heavy Machinery in the amount of $395,400 for compact track loader for Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5284 approved Pass
326. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Trantex Transportation Products of Texas, Inc. in the amount of $85,500 for grinders and scarifiers for Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 14%, MWDBE Current Participation: 21.9%. 24-5286 approved Pass
327. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Shoppa's Farm Supply, Inc. in the amount of $310,200 for compact wheel loader for Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5321 approved Pass
328. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Casco Industries, Inc. in the amount of $99,300 for bunker gear and related items for the Fire Marshal's Office. 24-5340 approved Pass
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329. Request for approval of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program with Kimball Midwest in the estimated amount of $50,000 for maintenance, repair & operations (MRO) supplies & equipment for Harris County for the period of August 27, 2024 - March 31, 2025, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0% -Non-Divisible. 24-5345 approved Pass
330. Request for approval of a Choice Partners, a division of Harris County Department of Education Cooperative Program with 4Imprint, Inc. (Choice Partners Contract No. 21/048SG-01) in the estimated amount of $300,000 for promotional and commemorative items for Harris County for the period of August 27, 2024 - July 20, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5338 approved Pass
331. Request for approval to terminate a contract with Conduent Healthy Communities Corporation for community health assessments for Public Health Services effective August 29, 2024 (220433). 24-5289 approved Pass
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381 Commissioner, Precinct 1
332. Request for discussion and possible action regarding Harris County traffic calming and safety improvements. 24-5405 approved Pass
333. Request for approval to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Negro College Fund for sponsorship and support of the 27th annual UNCF Walk for Education at Tom Bass Park on Saturday, September 14, 2024. 24-5406 approved Pass
385 Commissioner, Precinct 2
335. Request for approval of a fundraiser for the South-Central TX Walk-Run-N-Roll event at James Driver Park on October 5, 2024. 24-5411 approved Pass
336. Request for approval of a fundraiser for the Walk-N-Roll for Spina Bifida-Houston event at James Driver Park and Deputy Darren Almendarez Activity Center on November 9, 2024. 24-5413 approved Pass
337. Request for approval of one position effective September 7, 2024 to meet staffing requirements. 24-4972 approved Pass
389 Commissioner, Precinct 3
338. Request for approval to accept an affidavit and petition submitted by the residents of Cypress Creek Landing Section 1, Section 2, Section 3, Section 4, and Section 5 requesting the posting of “No Overnight Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles” signs in compliance with the Texas Transportation Code sec. 545.307. 24-5409 approved Pass
339. Request for approval to rename Big Stone Lodge Community Center to Cactus Jack Cagle Community Center. 24-5417 approved Pass
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340. Request for approval to accept from Naval Goel the donation of windchimes in memory of Mrs. Sharda Goel to be installed at Mercer Botanic Gardens. 24-5415 approved Pass
341. Request for approval to accept from Christy and Ross Jones the donation of a Samsung refrigerator for Mercer Botanic Gardens. 24-5404 approved Pass
342. Request for approval to accept from The Mercer Society the donations of a pond vac and adult tricycle with an estimated value of $721.00 for use at the Mercer Botanic Gardens. 24-5447 approved Pass
343. Request for approval to accept from Suzanne Boyle the donation of a check in the amount of $1,769.00 for the purchase of a bench in memory of Jay Middleton to be installed at Mercer Botanic Gardens. 24-5412 approved Pass
344. Request for approval to accept from Julia Scott the donation of a check in the amount of $1,889.00 for the purchase of a bench in memory of Monte Holmes to be installed at Mercer Botanic Gardens. 24-5414 approved Pass
345. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Cypress Fairbanks Rotary Club for cleanup along the roadsides of Huffmeister Road beginning at Highway 6 and ending at railroad track South of Hempstead Highway for the term of June 12, 2024 through June 11, 2026. 24-5403 approved Pass
398 Commissioner, Precinct 4
346. Request for discussion of the Harris County Safe School Commission. 24-5423 no action
347. Request for discussion and possible action to direct the Harris County Fire Marshal's office (HCFMO) to develop and present a plan for the sales of fireworks during Diwali in accordance with the regulations outlined in H.B. 608. 24-5434 approved Pass
348. Request for approval to accept an affidavit and petition submitted by Northglen Subdivision Sections 1-6 requesting the posting of “No Overnight Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles” signs in accordance with HB 327 and in compliance with the required regulations. 24-5424 approved Pass
349. Request for approval to accept from Henry TaoChing Chiao the donation of three (3) owl boxes as an Eagle Scout Project to be constructed and installed at Don Greene Nature Park with an estimated value of $200.00. 24-5425 approved Pass
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350. Request for approval to accept from Siddharth Diwakar the donation of a Little Free Library as an Eagle Scout Project with an estimated value of $200.00 to be installed at John Paul Landing Park and Education Center. 24-5426 approved Pass
351. Request for approval to accept from Mason Lum the donation of native aquatic plants as part of an Eagle Scout Project with an estimated value of $650.00-$700.00 to be planted at Don Greene Nature Park. 24-5427 approved Pass
352. Request for approval to accept from Joshua Moore with BE Impactful Foundation the donation of a small public exchange library with an estimated value of $750.00 to be installed in Bayland Park. 24-5428 approved Pass
353. Request for approval to accept from Deacon Signaigo the donation of five (5) monofilament recycling stations at Mary Jo Peckham Park, five (5) monofilament recycling stations at Paul D. Rushing Park, and ten (10) monofilament recycling stations at John Paul Landing Park and Education Center as an Eagle Scout Project with an estimated value of $1,289.87. 24-5429 approved Pass
354. Request for approval to accept from Alonso Benavides the donation of fifteen (15) trees as an Eagle Scout Project with an estimated value of $1,480.99 to be planted at Don Greene Nature Park. 24-5430 approved Pass
355. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and Katy Soccer Academy for the use and maintenance of certain recreational fields at Paul D. Rushing Park. 24-5431 approved Pass
356. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and Kingdom Football Academy, Inc. for the use and maintenance of certain recreational fields at Paul D. Rushing Park. 24-5432 approved Pass
357. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement between Harris County and Triggers Cricket Club for the use and maintenance of certain recreational fields at John Paul Landing Park. 24-5433 approved Pass
358. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road renewal agreement with Boy Scouts of America Troop #424 for cleanup along the roadsides of Highland Knolls Drive beginning at Mason Road and ending at Peek Road for approximately one mile for the term of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. 24-5435 approved Pass
359. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road renewal agreement with Alief Elsik High School AFJROTC for cleanup along the roadsides of Renn Road beginning at Howell Sugarland Road and ending at Synott Road for approximately one mile for the term of August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2026. 24-5436 approved Pass
360. Request for approval to cover costs associated with Precinct 4’s various community and business meetings, functions, events, presentations, conferences, training, emergency operations, and activities including food to promote good government, foster community engagement, and encourage positive public service in an amount not to exceed $150,000, for the period of October 1, 2024-September 30, 2025. 24-5437 approved Pass
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361. Request for approval of two positions effective September 7, 2024. 24-5165 approved Pass
415 Transmittals
362. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of the appointment of Manik C. Mitra to the Harris County Community Flood Resilience Task Force (CFRTF), as a City of Houston government representative, for a term ending August 15, 2026, as recommended by the CFRTF Governance Committee. 24-5307 accepted
363. Transmittal by Human Resources & Risk Management of changes to classifications on certain positions. 24-5057 accepted
364. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of Notices of Road and Bridge Log Changes to be Reflected in the Harris County Road Log and the Auditor’s Office Fixed Asset Group. 24-5103 accepted
365. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a substantial completion certificate with Serco Construction Group, LTD, for the Addicks Watershed Repair Package 1 (Project ID Z100-00-00-X308, Job No. 22/0148, Precincts 3 and 4). 24-5131 accepted
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366. Transmittal by the Flood Control District of a preliminary engineering report by McDonough Engineering Corporation dated May 15, 2024, and titled Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin (Clear Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-62, Project ID A500-09-00-E001, Precinct 2). 24-5133 accepted
421 Transmittal by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity of the Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program FY24 Mid-Year Utilization Report. 24-5058 no action
368. Transmittal by Juvenile Probation of the 2023 Harris County Juvenile Probation Department Annual Report. 24-5104 accepted
369. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the July 25, 2024 Business Court Meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court. 24-5365 accepted
370. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 5 for the year ending December 31, 2023. 24-5324 accepted
371. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 6 for the year ending December 31, 2023. 24-5325 accepted
372. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 12 for the year ending December 31, 2023. 24-5327 accepted
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373. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the annual financial report for Harris County Emergency Services District No. 17 for the year ending December 31, 2023. 24-5328 accepted
374. Transmittal by the District Courts of increased indigent defense fee rates for settings and hearings approved by the Juvenile Board on June 26, 2024, and effective September 5, 2024. 24-5074 accepted
375. Transmittal by the Auditor of the unaudited and unadjusted monthly financial report for the month of May 2024. 24-5355 accepted
376. Transmittal by the County Treasurer of the Harris County Treasurer’s Amended May 2024 Report. 24-5357 accepted
377. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for pet food for Public Health Services/Veterinary Public Health (240275). 24-5106 accepted
378. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for dental panoramic X-Ray machines for Public Health Services (240267). 24-5107 accepted
379. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for renovation of Challenger 7 Park Boardwalk for Precinct 2 (240264). 24-5156 accepted
380. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for aerial spraying for mosquito control for Harris County (240283). 24-5157 accepted
381. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for maintenance and bridge painting at several locations for Precinct 3 (240281). 24-5158 accepted
382. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for tree and tree limb removal service for Harris County (240219). 24-5159 accepted
383. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for dense-graded hot-mix asphaltic concrete and related items for Precinct 2 (240288). 24-5160 accepted
384. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for mowing maintenance services of various parks at the South Cypress Service Area for Precinct 3 (240287). 24-5161 accepted
385. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for electric forklifts for the Flood Control District (240277). 24-5162 accepted
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386. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for repair parts, labor, and related services for marine maintenance for the Sheriff's Office (240156). 24-5163 accepted
387. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for remediation of two abandoned underground storage tank systems at Baytown Courthouse for the Office of the County Engineer (240280). 24-5209 accepted
388. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for Linear Forest Plan in Alief (Phase 2) for Precinct 4 (240296). 24-5386 accepted
389. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for asphalt repaving and road improvements at various locations for Precinct 4 (240291). 24-5387 accepted
390. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of notice of receipt of funds in the total amount of $328,323.59 from the sale of surplus and confiscated property through the county’s Public Surplus Online Auction and Houston Auto Auction for the period of July 01, 2024 - July 31, 2024. 24-5141 accepted
391. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of bids and proposals for advertised jobs that were opened August 12, 19 and August 26, 2024. 24-5178 accepted
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454 Executive Session
455 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.
392. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible re-appointment of Judge Lina Hidalgo, with alternate Patrick Mandapaka, to the City of Houston Planning Commission for a term ending August 27, 2026. 24-5439 no action
393. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Asheley Gilbert, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris County Housing Authority Board, Position 5, for a term ending August 27, 2026. 24-5441 approved Pass
394. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Katherine M. Bacon, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, Position 4, for a term beginning September 1, 2024, and ending September 1, 2026. 24-5442 approved Pass
459 Emergency/Supplemental items
460 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.
395. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Elsa Flores, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation Board, Position 1, for a term ending August 27, 2027. 24-5470 approved Pass
396. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Resha Thomas, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, for a term beginning September 14, 2024, and ending September 14, 2026. 24-5471 approved Pass
397. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible recommendation of Dr. Thu-Mai Nguyen, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Mayor of the City of Houston for nomination and appointment to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Twenty (Southwest Houston TIRZ 20) Board, Position 7, for a term ending December 20, 2025. 24-5472 approved Pass
398. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible recommendation of Ujari Mohite, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Mayor of the City of Houston for nomination and appointment to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Twenty (Southwest Houston TIRZ 20) Board, Position 6, for a term beginning December 21, 2024, and ending December 20, 2026. 24-5473 approved Pass
399. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Zion Escobar, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 20 (Southwest Houston TIRZ 20) Board, Position 1, for a term ending December 20, 2025. 24-5474 approved Pass
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400. Request by the Office of County Administration for discussion and possible action on efforts to increase voter registration in Harris County. 24-5461 no action
401. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to submit an application to the MacArthur Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $100,000, with no local match required, for the Safety and Justice Challenge (SJC) Capstone Grant. 24-5469 approved Pass
402. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of investment transactions and maturities for the period of July 24 - August 18, 2024. 24-5459 accepted
403. Request by Human Resources & Risk Management for approval to accept from the Texas Division of Emergency Management grant funds, with a 25% local match, for the Texas Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding as part of the FEMA Public Assistance Program. 24-5476 approved Pass
404. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to accept from the Houston Advanced Research Center grant funds in the amount of $6,040,000, with no required match, for the FY 2024 ForUsTree Program. 24-5457 no action
405. Request by Universal Services for an Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.076, regarding an update on the Harris County Technology Infrastructure incident on August 18, 2024. 24-5466 no action
406. Request by Universal Services for approval of the Preliminary Investment Memo for modernization of Integrated Justice Information System (JWEB) for an initial authorization of $1,500,000. 24-5467 approved Pass
407. Request by Universal Services for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for grant funds in the amount of $15 million, with a $3.75 million private sector match, for the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Community Grant Program. 24-5468 approved Pass
408. Transmittal by Housing and Community Development of a 2024 Quarter 2 report related to Harris County Disaster Recovery Harvey Program, CDBG-DR. 24-5479 accepted
409. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to reimburse Jacob Garza, DPS Special Agent, for expenses funded through the GY 2024 Texas Anti-Gang Center grant in the total amount of $375.00 to attend the Texas Narcotics Officers Association Conference in Galveston, TX. 24-5460 approved Pass
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410. Request by the County Clerk that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement between Harris County and Baker Ripley in the amount of $3,237.00 for the use of Baker Ripley locations for elections held during the period of January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. 24-5483 approved Pass
411. Request by the County Clerk to notify the Court of Governor-Ordered Special Election to be held in Congressional District 18 for the purpose of electing a U.S. Representative for Congressional District 18 to serve out the unexpired term of the Honorable Sheila Jackson Lee, and to sign the Order of the Special Election. 24-5485 approved Pass
412. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of lowest and best bid meeting specifications to Tri-Tech Forensics Inc in the amount of $38,625 for 750 tourniquets & rigid case for the Sheriff's Office for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025 (240182). 24-5462 approved Pass
413. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) purchase on the basis of low quote from Carroll's Office Furniture in the amount of $858,783 for office furniture for the County Clerk’s Office, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped. 24-5463 approved Pass
414. 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 LexisNexis, A division of RELX Inc. in the amount of $175,301 for Legal Research Print and Digital Products for Harris County for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source. 24-5464 approved Pass
415. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Precision Task Group, Inc in the additional amount of $2,931,361 to modify the scope adding a statement work detailing Phase III of the project and adds funding to the agreement for ServiceNow implementation for 3-1-1 constituent relationship management solution for Universal Services for the period of July 20, 2021 - July 20, 2026, in connection with a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract. 24-5465 approved Pass
416. 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 Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC for cybersecurity insurance for Harris County for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230249), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5487 approved Pass
417. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to terminate a contract with Emerald West Development, Inc. for repairs/replacement of concrete pavement, curbs, driveways, sidewalks and related items in the South Zone of Precinct 2 effective August 27, 2024 (220366), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 31%, MWDBE Current Participation: 44.59%. 24-5477 approved Pass
418. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) purchase on the basis of low quote from Global Industrial Equipment Inc in the amount of $89,056 for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps for the County Clerk's Office. 24-5495 approved Pass
419. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of the Updated Harris County Contractors Safety Record Policy for Harris County. 24-5496 no action
420. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to AV Construction Services LLC in the amount of $544,983 for construction trade services for Harris County for the period of August 27, 2024 - July 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240171), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 13.18%. 24-5489 approved Pass
421. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of only proposal and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC for aircraft insurance for the Sheriff's Office for the period of September 17, 2024 - September 16, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240146), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible. 24-5481 approved Pass
422. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of an OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program emergency purchase from Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. in the amount of $100,000 for emergency water remediation at Annex 27 for Building Operations Services. 24-5475 accepted
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423. 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 September 30, 2024 for the FY2022 HC - SWAT Unit Equipment and Training (DVE) project. 24-5454 approved Pass
424. Request by the County Judge for discussion and possible action directing the Housing and Community Development Department to work with the Office of Management and Budget and Office of County Administration to ensure there is a plan for sufficient funding in FY 2025 to complete Buyout and Relocations for the Mandatory Buyout Program. 24-5497 no action
425. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to accept from the Houston Advanced Research Center grant funds in the amount of $522,975, with no required match, for the FY 2024 ForUsTree Program. 24-5458 approved Pass
426. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a fundraiser for the Harris County Fair & Rodeo Pageant & Royalty Contest event at Sylvan Beach Pavilion on September 15, 2024. 24-5486 approved Pass
427. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval to accept from the Houston Advanced Research Center grant funds in the amount of $94,336, with no required match, for the FY 2024 ForUsTree Program. 24-5493 approved Pass
428. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for discussion and possible action on the Harris County Telework Policy. 24-5491 approved Pass
429. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring Juan García for being the first Hispanic elected to serve as a member of the Executive Committee for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. 24-5480 approved Pass
430. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval to accept from the Houston Advanced Research Center grant funds in the amount of $680,353, with no required match, for the FY 2024 ForUsTree Program. 24-5492 approved Pass
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432. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to increase the maximum budget for FLEX Fund 1040 by up to $45 million to continue supporting projects aligned with ARPA priority outcomes. 24-5494 approved Pass
433. Request by the District Courts for approval to carryforward into FY25, $1,380,163 in unspent FY24 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Local Fiscal Recovery Funds needed to continue backlog initiatives, including 1 Application Developer, 1 part-time staff attorney, 4 case management analysts, 2 court reporters, and 2 court coordinators, effective October 1, 2024. 24-5490 approved Pass
434. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with GiveDirectly, Inc. in the decreased amount of $301,604 to update the budget for the basic income program (Harris County Community Prosperity Program) with the Administrator for Public Health Services for the period of October 10, 2023 - December 31, 2025 (230271), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability. 24-5478 approved Pass
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1284 Commissioner, Precinct 4
1286 COVID-19
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1291 Management and Budget
24. Request for discussion on the FY25 budgets and tax rates for Harris County, the Harris County Flood Control District, Toll Road Authority and Harris Health System. 24-5400 approved Pass
1296 Commissioners Court recessed at 3:44 P.M.
1298 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 4:02 P.M. Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
1301 Management and Budget
1306 Human Resources and Risk Management
40. Request for presentation and discussion of HR Transformation Update. 24-5113
1313 Housing and Community Development
1320 District Attorney
199. Request for approval of additional funding for overtime to prosecute the HPD cases that were coded to “SL” code. 24-5482
1327 Human Resources and Risk Management
40. Request for presentation and discussion of HR Transformation Update. 24-5113 approved Pass
1337 Auditor
1343 Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims. 24-5351 motion failed Fail
1348 Purchasing
285. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services Inc. for compensation and pay equity study for Human Resources & Risk Management for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230485), MWDBE Contracted Goal:13%. 24-5096 approved Pass
1372 Commissioner, Precinct 1
1377 Commissioner, Precinct 4
1385 Transmittals
367. Transmittal by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity of the Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program FY24 Mid-Year Utilization Report. 24-5058 approved Pass
1395 Emergency/Supplemental items
1401 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 6:13 P.M. and returned at 6:15 P.M. She did not miss any vote.
1405 Emergency/Supplemental items
419. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of the Updated Harris County Contractors Safety Record Policy for Harris County. 24-5496
424. Request by the County Judge for discussion and possible action directing the Housing and Community Development Department to work with the Office of Management and Budget and Office of County Administration to ensure there is a plan for sufficient funding in FY 2025 to complete Buyout and Relocations for the Mandatory Buyout Program. 24-5497
1421 Emergency/Supplemental COVID-19 items
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1430 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 6:23 P.M. for Item 405.
1433 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 6:40 P.M., Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones present in-person.
1438 Emergency/Supplemental items
1444 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 6:40 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 August 27, 2024. On this the 8th day of October, 2024. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy