Commissioners Court
1001 Preston, Suite 934
Agenda — 661 items
- 1 Public Notice
- 2 February 22, 2024 - NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING
- 3 Opening Prayer
- 4 Pastor Keenan Smith of Crosby Church in Crosby introduced by the Commissioner of Precinct 3.
- 5 Pledges of Allegiance
- 6 Appearances before court
- 7 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.
- 8 It is the intention of the Harris County Commissioners Court to provide open access to all members of the public of Harris County to express themselves on issues addressed by County government. However, members of the public are reminded that the Harris County Commissioners Court is a constitutional court, created by the State with judicial, administrative and legislative powers. As such, the Harris County Commissioners Court possesses the authority to issue Contempt of Court citations. Accordingly, persons shall conduct themselves with proper respect and decorum in addressing the Court, in participating in public discussions before the Court, and in all actions in the presence of the Court consistent with the rules and procedures of Harris County Commissioners Court. Profane, insulting or threatening language, and racial, ethnic or gender slurs or epithets will not be tolerated. Those persons who do not conduct themselves in an orderly and appropriate manner will be ordered to leave the meeting and recognition to speak may be refused at subsequent meetings of the Court. Refusal to abide by the Court’s Order may result in a Contempt of Court Citation. Please refer to Public Notice for specific meeting as instructions are subject to change.
- 9 The Harris County Commissioners Court convened in-person and virtually at a regular session at 10:06 A.M. Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 11 Items are listed in chronological order as they were brought up by the Court and not in the order they appear on the Agenda.
- 11 Resolutions
- 12 Resolutions
- 1. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing The Empty Shelter Project (TESP) and its provision of free Spay, Neuter, and Vaccination Services in Harris County.
- 1. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing The Empty Shelter Project (TESP) and its provision of free Spay, Neuter, and Vaccination Services in Harris County.
- 2. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating Samuel Matthews and family on the 40th anniversary of Samuel Matthews Park.
- 2. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating Samuel Matthews and family on the 40th anniversary of Samuel Matthews Park.
- 3. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating the 26th Annual Women in Construction Week from March 3-9, 2024.
- 3. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of a resolution celebrating the 26th Annual Women in Construction Week from March 3-9, 2024.
- 4. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring the life of Dorothy Lee Bolden and the work of the National Domestic Workers Alliance.
- 4. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring the life of Dorothy Lee Bolden and the work of the National Domestic Workers Alliance.
- 5. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring #TeamFeral and Lone Star Pawz for their work to promote the health and wellbeing of animals within Precinct 4, Harris County, and beyond.
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- 18 COVID-19
- 5. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 4 for approval of a resolution honoring #TeamFeral and Lone Star Pawz for their work to promote the health and wellbeing of animals within Precinct 4, Harris County, and beyond.
- 6. Request by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for discussion and possible action to expand eligibility for the ARPA Disparity Study Fund Grant Program to include additional entities in Harris County.
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- 7. Request by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for approval of one (1) position effective February 24, 2024 and American Rescue Plan Act Local Fiscal Recovery funds in the amount of $409,050 for internal resources in support of implementation and administration of ARPA programs in the Jobs & Education portfolio.
- 413. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. for cleanup along the roadsides of Kickapoo Road beginning at US 290 and ending at FM 2920 for approximately one mile and Kermier Road from US 290 to FM 2920 for approximately one mile for the term of February 1, 2024 through January 31, 2026.
- 8. Request by the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity for approval of an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Education adjusting department information to reflect the transition of the Early Childhood Initiatives team from the Office of County Administration (OCA) to the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO).
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- 9. 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.
- 38. Request for approval of amendments to the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures.
- 10. Request by Public Health Services for approval of 15 positions effective March 9, 2024 for the ARPA Maternal Health Program.
- 23 District Courts
- 11. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of four (4) Community Development Block Grant CARES Act (CDBG-CV) funded agreements with (1) Healthcare for the Homeless-Houston for CDBG-CARES Act Project in the amount of $294,542.67; (2) Covenant House Texas for Workforce Development-Individualized Placement & Support in the amount of $163,475.05; (3) Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston for CDBG-CV Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston in the amount of $205,000.00; and (4) Northwest Assistance Ministries for Harris County CV Housing Program in the amount of $721,623.10. The projects will benefit individuals and families that are homeless, formerly homeless, at risk of homelessness, and homebound seniors.
- 226. Request for approval to accept three (3) lactation PODS donated by the Houston Bar Association (HBA) totaling approximately $99,000.
- 12. Request by Housing and Community Development for approval of the revised Operational Procedures and Guidelines for the Harris County Treasury ARPA Affordable Housing Portfolio Single-Family Acquisition and Resale Program, now named Single Family Acquisition/Development and Resale Program Guidelines, including an additional funding allocation of $3.3 million.
- 25 Executive Session
- 14. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for early learning material kits for Families Understanding Early Learning (FUEL) Harris County (230468).
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- 15. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for Families Understanding Early Learning (FUEL) parent education providers for the Office of County Administration (ARPA Funded) (230505).
- 29 County Administration
- 16. Request for discussion and possible action regarding Harris County jail population, staffing, conditions, and other issues.
- 30 Commissioner Ellis left the courtroom at 11:30 A.M. and returned at 11:35 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 17. Request for discussion and possible action to amend the bylaws of the Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission.
- 18. Request that the County Judge execute an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between Harris County and The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD for services to mitigate the causes of felony nonappearance.
- 32 Commissioner Garcia left the courtroom at 11:30 A.M. and returned at 11:35 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 33 Management and Budget
- 19. Request for discussion and possible action on the FY25 Budget Calendar.
- 34 Commissioner Briones left the courtroom at 11:30 A.M. and returned at 11:33 A.M. She did not miss any vote.
- 20. Request for a presentation and discussion on establishing a standardized approach for determining the costs of maintaining the current level of service (CLS) from one fiscal year to the next for Harris County, Harris County Flood Control District, and the Toll Road Authority.
- 21. Request for a presentation and discussion on establishing a standardized approach for quarterly projections process for Harris County, Harris County Flood Control District, and Harris Health System.
- 36 Commissioner Ramsey left the courtroom at 11:30 A.M. and returned at 11:36 A.M. He did not miss any vote.
- 22. Request for approval to pay commercial paper interest.
- 23. Request for approval to pay the March 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 scheduled payment date of March 15, 2024.
- 38 Purchasing
- 24. Request for approval to pay the April 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 scheduled payment date of April 1, 2024.
- 25. Request for approval of a resolution relating to the intention of Harris County, Texas to issue tax-exempt obligations to finance, and to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to, certain capital purposes from the proceeds of such tax-exempt obligations to be issued by Harris County, Texas, all for authorized purposes, relating to the County’s Commercial Paper program; authorizing other matters incident and related thereto.
- 26. Request for approval to decrease the Universal Services commercial paper funding for the close out of the FY22 Rollover Vehicles project in the amount of $25,000 for a net CP funding of $3,050,000.
- 27. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Computer Replacement project in the additional amount of $25,000 for a total CP funding of $1,450,000.
- 28. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Telephone System Repair Replace project in the additional amount of $250,000 for a total CP funding of $5,145,000.
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- 29. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for the Updating Aging Transportation Fleet and Equipment project in the amount of $1,250,000.
- 30. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Networking - Repair Replace project in the additional amount of $1,400,000 for a total CP funding of $15,960,000.
- 31. Request for approval of commercial paper funding for Universal Services for the Security Infrastructure Installation and Upgrades project in the additional amount of $1,405,000 for a total CP funding of $22,920,000.
- 32. Request for approval of a supplemental budget appropriation of $572,700 for Children’s Assessment Center (CAC) to reflect the total reimbursement expected from the CAC Foundation to the County in FY24.
- 33. Request for approval to negotiate for the acquisition of certain properties located at 10945 Eastex Freeway and 0 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77093, near James Driver Park, Precinct 2.
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- 34. Request for approval to negotiate for the acquisition of additional office and parking facilities near the County’s properties at 1111 Fannin and 1010 Lamar, Houston, TX.
- 35. Request that the court consider payment for 2024 annual membership dues for South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association (STCJCA).
- 36. Request for approval of authorized budget appropriation transfers for the Flood Control District and certain county departments.
- 40. Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions.
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- 37. 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 $182,648 and four workers’ compensation recoveries in the total amount of $16,786; tort claim and other settlement recommendations in the amount of $93,948; denial of 62 claims; claims for damages received; and that the County Judge execute three releases in exchange for payment to the county in the amount of $9,452 in connection with property damage claims.
- 38. Request for approval of amendments to the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures.
- 54 Travel & Training
- 39. Request for approval to host the tenth annual Harris County Employee 5K event including two food vendors at Alexander Deussen Park on April 27, 2024.
- 227. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 40. Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions.
- 56 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 16. C3 1 Law Enforcement Drone Academy 5/13-18/2024 Boston, MA $3,829 Other Conference
- 58 Grants
- 59 County Engineer
- 41. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with final On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Wade Camp Area - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $652,305.63, Job No. 21/0188-2, UPIN 22102MF26A01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 20.80%.
- 42. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Infratech Engineers & Innovators LLC for Professional Engineering Services in the amount of $641,487.82 in connection with Sidewalk - Barbara Mae Street, UPIN 24102MF34901, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 86.56%, MWDBE Current Participation: 86.56%.
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- 43. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Gradient Group LLC in the amount of $360,131 for Professional Engineering Services for the Corridor Study for various roadways within the City of Tomball, UPIN 24104MF36101, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 100%.
- 458. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Dr. Luis Fernandez-Wische, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, Position 5, for a term ending February 1, 2025.
- 44. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 5 in the amount of $347,000 in connection with the construction of improvements to Grant Road Segment 2 - from Spring Cypress Road to Shaw Road, UPIN 19104MF10401, Precinct 3 (Previously Precinct 4).
- 460. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Joy Hutton, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris County Women’s Commission for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 45. Request for approval of a change in contract with Westco Grounds Maintenance, in connection with final On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Wade Camp Area - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $341,666.90, Job No. 21/0188-1, UPIN 22102MF26A01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10%.
- 461. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Zoe Middleton, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (TIRZ 2) Board for a term ending December 31, 2025.
- 46. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Agha Engineering, LLC in the amount of $240,286.85 for Professional Engineering Services to provide the Design of Hike and Bike Trail - City of Deer Park Trail - 2023 - UPIN 24102MF34A01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal 63.61%, MWDBE Current Participation is 63.61%.
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- 47. Request for approval to execute an agreement with AKV CONSULTANTS LLC in the amount of $224,416.24 for Professional Engineering Services to provide the Design of Sidewalk and Parking - Wesley Community Center - 2023 - UPIN 24102MF33B01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 97.77%, MWDBE Current Participation: 97.77%.
- 48. Request for approval to execute an amendment to an agreement with Aguirre & Fields, L.P. in the amount of $200,000 for Professional On-Call Engineering services as may be needed in connection with various projects, UPIN 24035MF39Y01, Countywide, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 49. Request for approval to execute an agreement with EPIC Transportation Group, LP in the amount of $168,014.00 for Professional Engineering Services to rebuild a traffic signal at the intersection of College Avenue at Austin Street and Main Street, UPIN 24035MF34Z01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 64.09%.
- 462. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Janae Ladet, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Houston Land Bank Board for a term ending December 31, 2025.
- 50. Request for approval of a change in contract with The Brandt Companies LLC., in connection with Heat Exchanger Installation at North Buffalo Bayou Central Plant, adding 60 calendar days, with an addition in the amount of $158,897.00, Job No. 19/0336-3, UPIN 21090MF1QR01, Precinct 1.
- 51. Request for approval of a contract award with Consor Engineers, LLC in the amount of $133,705.00 for Professional Engineering Services for the design of Bridge Repair - Stuebner Airline Rd Bridge K100 - 2024, UPIN 24103MF3A801, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 463. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Bryan Sanchez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation Board, Position 4, for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 52. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with final On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Genoa Camp Area - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $119,602.17, Job No. 21/0190-2, UPIN 22102MF26B01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 10.66%.
- 53. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Walter P. Moore & Associates Inc. in the amount of $114,543.50 for construction phase services for Detention Basin Enhancement Program - Cypress - 2021, UPIN 21103N306430001, Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17.88%.
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- 54. Request for approval to execute an amendment with HR Green, Inc. in the amount of $48,907.00 for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Hufsmith-Kohrville Rd 3, UPIN 15104M23NP03, Precinct 3 (previously Precinct 4), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County’s M/WBE Program.
- 55. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Vogler & Spencer Engineering, Inc in the amount of $36,037.75 for Construction Phase Services in connection with Memorial Hills Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF12P01, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 470. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Jason McLemore, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation Board, Position 1, for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 56. Request for approval of a change in contract with DivisionOne Construction LLC in connection with Peden Building (Harvey), with an addition in the amount of $15,187.24, Job No. 21/0295, UPIN 18035MF0W501, Precinct 2.
- 57. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing East Aldine Camp - 2021, with no change in the contract amount, Job No. 21/0187-1, UPIN 22102MF26C01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%.
- 471. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible recommendation of Margaret Wallace Brown, 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 (TIRZ 20) Board for a term ending December 20, 2025.
- 58. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Wade Camp - 2021, with no change in the contract amount, Job No. 21/0188-1, UPIN 22102MF26A01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 20.80%.
- 59. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing Genoa Camp Area - 2021, with no change in the contract amount, Job No. 21/0190-1, UPIN 22102MF26B01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%, MWDBE Current Participation: 10.66%.
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- 60. Request for approval of a change in contract with Yellowstone Landscape Central, Inc., in connection with final On-Call - Maintenance - Mowing East Aldine Camp - 2021, with a deduction in the amount of $516,434.94, Job No. 21/0187-2, UPIN 22102MF26C01, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 11%.
- 61. Request for approval for Harris County to declare as surplus property and exchange one 0.4419-acre tract of land for one 0.0723-acre tract of land owned by Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas, for the public project known as Intersection Improvement - Telge at US 290 - 2022, Tract Swap 1 and Tract Swap 2 and that the County Judge execute the Exchange Deed, UPIN 23103MF2R101, Precinct 3.
- 62. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Othon, Inc. in connection with Professional Engineering Services for Katy Hockley Cut Off Road Segment 2 - from south of Stockdick School Road to south of Beckendorff Road - 2021, UPIN 221033040330008, Precinct 4 (Previously Precinct 3), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
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- 63. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Isani Consultants, LP in connection with improvements to Wallisville Rd - from 500’ west of John Martin Rd to 350’ west of Garth Road, UPIN 19102MF0YS01, Precinct 3 (Previously Precinct 2).
- 64. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Isani Consultants L.P. in connection with improvements to Asphalt Overlay Projects - Sheldon Reservoir Area - 2021 - 22101MF2EZ01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 100%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 65. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Ward, Getz and Associates, LLP for phase completion in connection with Sterling Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 (Phase 2), UPIN 19102MF12U01, Precinct 2.
- 66. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Ward, Getz & Associates, PLLC in connection with Sterling Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 (Phase 2), UPIN 19102MF12U01, Precinct 2.
- 67. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with WSB & Associates, Inc. dba Nathelyne A Kennedy & Associates, in connection with Wortham U/R Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19103MF14K01, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 68. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. in connection with the North Park Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF12N01, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 69. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Isani Consultants, LP in connection with the Rock Creek Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19104MF16701, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County’s M/WBE Program.
- 70. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. in connection with Peek Road Segment 3 - from north of Stockdick School Road to north of Beckendorff Road - 2021, UPIN 22103N301030006, Precinct 4 (Previously Precinct 3).
- 71. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with R.G. Miller Engineers, Inc. in connection with Katy Hockley Cut Off Road Segment 1 - from 965' south of Beckendorff Road to 965' north of FM 529 - 2020, UPIN 211033040330007, Precinct 4 (Previously Precinct 3).
- 72. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Bowman Consulting Group Ltd in connection with Becker Road Segment 2- from north of Holstein County Drive to 975' north of Bauer Hockley Road - 2021, UPIN 22103N306230001, Precinct 4 (Previously Precinct 3).
- 73. Request for approval of a Mutual Termination Agreement with Costello, Inc. in connection with the Cypress Crossing Mobile Home Park Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19103MF14501, Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 74. Request for approval for Harris County Flood Control District to convey real estate to the City of Pasadena, a municipal corporation, for tracts - G110-00-00-03-601.0 and G110-00-00-04-601.0, a 3.48-acre and 2.02-acre drainage easements, for the HCFCD Sales and Agreements-2019 project and that the County Judge execute the Assignment of Easement, UPIN 20090MF1A301, Precinct 2.
- 75. Request for approval for Harris County to accept a real estate donation of an uneconomic remnant of a Northern Damaged Parcel being 0.9294 acres and an uneconomic remnant of a Southern Damaged Parcel being 2.681 acres and the County Judge to execute the proposed gift form, tract numbers 1UR & 2UR, for the public project known as Wortham Estates Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, from Brenda Weiser, as Trustee of the Brenda Weiser Exempt Lifetime Trust, and Gloria Ashbaugh, as Trustee of the Gloria Ashbaugh Exempt Lifetime Trust, with the Appraised value of $181,766.00, Precinct 3.
- 76. Request for approval of an amendment to a Drainage Facilities Reimbursement agreement with Greenwood Utility District for water and sanitary sewer facility relocations, and encroachment resolution in connection with Parkway (Mobile Homes) Subdivision Drainage Improvements, UPIN 19101MF17F01, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to the launch of County's M/WBE Program.
- 77. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Pearland in connection with improvements to a segment of Hughes Road from Pearland Parkway to the east end of the City’s limit, UPIN 24102MF36X01, Precinct 2.
- 78. 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 Q130-00-00 Channel Improvement PER and Design - Q130-00-00-E001, tract Q130-00-00-03-005.0, for $392,105.00 which is $74,405.00 over the appraised value, UPIN 21090MF22W01, Precinct 3.
- 79. 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 Construction of Stormwater Detention Basin at White Oak Bayou and Woodland Trails - E500-24-00-E001, tract E100-00-00-16-010.0, for $70,000.00 which is $65,000.00 over the appraised value, UPIN 24090MF2ZQ01, Precinct 1.
- 80. Request for approval to purchase a certain tract for a negotiated price for Harris County for the public project known as Houmont Park Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, tract number 32, for $89,642.09 which is $3,189.09 over the appraised value, UPIN 19101MF14G01, Precinct 1.
- 81. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for The Woodlands Land Development Company L.P., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $2,060.00 for The Woodlands Creekside Park West Sec 26, Precinct 3.
- 82. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Beazer Homes Texas, L.P., A Delaware Limited Partnership and Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership D/B/A Friendswood Development Company in the amount of $2,180.00 for Ashbel Crossing Section 5 Final Plat, Precinct 3.
- 83. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership D/B/A Friendswood Development Company in the amount of $3,350.00 for Burnet Fields Section 1 Final Plat, Precinct 3.
- 84. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd., A Texas Limited Partnership D/B/A Friendswood Development Company in the amount of $2,940.00 for Becker Trace Sec 2, Precinct 4.
- 85. Request for approval to retain financial surety for development projects for The Woodlands Land Development Company, L.P., A Texas Limited Partnership in the amount of $3,480.00 for The Woodlands Creekside Park West Sec 41, Precinct 3.
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- 86. Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Nottingham Country Municipal Utility District to facilitate the construction and design of the project, Intersection Improvement - South Fry Boulevard at Highland Knolls Drive - 2022, UPIN 22104MF2JX01, Precinct 4.
- 87. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with East Aldine Management District for leverage funding in connection with Parkwood Estates Water Distribution System Phase 4 - Olana, a Harris County Community Services approved Community Development Block Grant Funded Project, UPIN 22289MF29P01, Precinct 2.
- 88. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Airline Improvement District for leverage funding in connection with Water Distribution and Sanitary Sewer System Construction - West Bertrand and West Mierianne Streets, a Harris County Community Services approved Community Development Block Grant Funded Project, UPIN 22289MF29Q01, Precinct 2.
- 89. Request for approval to execute an Interlocal agreement with Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) in connection with the purchase of remote sensing data and all associated remote sensing services on behalf of the department and the members of the Geographic Data Workgroup, Countywide, UPIN 24208MF39A01.
- 90. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 24203 ½ Colonial Parkway, Katy, TX 77493 (Intersection of Colonial Parkway and Park West Green Drive) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, UPIN 19101MF0ZE01, Precinct 4.
- 91. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 21420 ½ Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, Texas 77338 (Treaschwig Rd A (Phase 1) - from 1,000' west of Aldine Westfield Rd to west of Cypress Creek - 2014) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, UPIN 14104MF08X01, Precinct 3.
- 92. Request for approval to execute a Service Outlet Location Statement for installation of an electric meter with CenterPoint Energy, LLC and authorize the County Auditor to pay monthly bills for 8835 ½ Bridge Park Drive, Houston, TX 77064 (intersection of West Road and Bridge Park Drive) for electrical power serving a traffic signal, UPIN 23035MF2WK01, Precinct 3.
- 93. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by Asakura Robinson Company LLC. for the Park and Trail Analysis, UPIN 20102MF1FZ02, Precinct 2.
- 94. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by Neel Schaffer Inc. for Birnam Wood Blvd Segment 2 - from south of J109-01-01 to Cypresswood Drive - 2019, 20104MF1BH01, Precinct 3.
- 95. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by MBCO Engineering, LLC. for Birnam Wood Blvd Segment 1 - from 450' north of Hickory Gate Drive to south of J109-01-01 - 2019, UPIN 20104MF1BG01, Precinct 3.
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- 96. Request for approval of a Study Report prepared by Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for the Aldine Region Comprehensive Study in the Aldine area, UPIN 21289MF1YN01, Precincts 1 & 2.
- 97. Request for approval for Harris County to accept a real estate donation of a 0.0258-acre sidewalk easement and County Judge to execute the proposed gift form, Tract Number 1, for the public project known as Sidewalk - Dell Dale Street from Woodforest Boulevard to Wallisville Road, from Harris County Emergency Services District No. 50, with the HCAD value of $3,133.46, Precinct 2.
- 98. Request for approval of a site Master Plan for Remembrance Park facilities located at the three city blocks from Buffalo Bayou and Congress between Fannin Street and San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002, Precinct 1.
- 99. Request for approval of plat RDF Holdings at Breen Reserve. Consultant, MILLER SURVEY, Precinct 1.
- 100. Request for approval of plat Welcome Pinto Park. Consultant, CENTURY ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 2.
- 101. Request for approval of plat Harris County ESD No 20 Fire Station No 42. Consultant, WEST BELT SURVEYING, INC., Precinct 1.
- 102. Request for approval of plat Anniston Sec 4 with a financial surety in the amount of $4,615.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 103. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 3 with a financial surety in the amount of $6,350.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 104. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 5 with a financial surety in the amount of $3,120.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 105. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 6 with a financial surety in the amount of $3,440.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 106. Request for approval of plat Grand Prairie Highlands Sec 7 with a financial surety in the amount of $2,680.00. Consultant, LJA ENGINEERING, INC., Precinct 4.
- 107. Request for approval of plat Langham Creek Colony Sec 2 Partial Replat No 3. Consultant, OWENS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC, Precinct 4.
- 108. Request for approval of plat Langham Creek Utility District WWTP. Consultant, QUIDDITY ENGINEERING, LLC, Precinct 4.
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- 109. Request for approval of plat Morton Creek Ranch Sec 29 with a financial surety in the amount of $1,790.00. Consultant, R. G. MILLER ENGINEERS, Precinct 4.
- 110. Request for approval of plat Urbano Plaza. Consultant, E.I.C. SURVEYING COMPANY, Precinct 4.
- 111. Request for approval of plat Hteao Louetta. Consultant, CONLEY LAND SERVICES, LLC, Precinct 3.
- 112. Request for approval of plat Mueschke Road and Mound Road Street Dedication with a financial surety in the amount of $2,300.00. Consultant, BGE, INC., Precinct 3.
- 113. Request for approval of plat Second Wind Coastal Properties LLC Partial Replat Out Of Highland Woods Section 2 And Map Of Highlands Terrace. Consultant, HUTCHISON & ASSOCIATES, Precinct 3.
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- 114. Request for approval of plat St Charles Place Partial Replat No 15. Consultant, HUTCHISON & ASSOCIATES, Precinct 3.
- 115. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with A&R Engineering and Testing, Inc for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for drainage improvements to Memorial Hills Subdivision, UPIN 19104MF12P01, Precinct 1.
- 116. Request for approval to negotiate with HVJ Associates, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for Detention Basin Enhancement Program - Goforth Park - 2021, UPIN 21103N306330001, Precinct 3.
- 117. Request for approval to negotiate with Ninyo & Moore for Professional Engineering Services regarding construction materials testing and related services for Hiram Clarke Road from Summerlyn Drive to Anderson Road, UPIN 19101MF0ZE01, Precinct 1.
- 118. Request for approval to negotiate with Fivengineering, LLC for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Bear Creek Park Wastewater Study, UPIN 24104MF39S01, Precinct 4.
- 119. Request for approval to negotiate with MWA Architects for Professional Architectural/Engineering design services in connection with the Institute of Forensic Sciences Building Morgue Renovation/Expansion, located at 1861 Old Spanish Trail, UPIN 22270MF2H301, Precinct 1.
- 120. Request for approval to negotiate with Aviles Engineering Corporation for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for Dula Lane and Related Infrastructure Drainage Improvements - 2022, UPIN 22208MF2H701, Precinct 3.
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- 121. Request for approval to negotiate with WSP USA for Professional Engineering services in connection with the Institute of Forensic Sciences Building, located at 1861 Old Spanish Trail, UPIN 24035MF3B001, Precinct 1.
- 122. Request for approval to negotiate with AUTOARCH Architects, LLC for Professional design services in connection with Furniture/Fixture/Equipment at the Institute of Forensic Sciences Building (IFS) located at 1861 Old Spanish Trail, UPIN 24035MF3AZ01, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 123. Request for approval to negotiate with Isani Consultants, L.P. for professional engineering services to provide study and design of intersection improvement, Kuykendahl Road at Creek Wood Drive - 2023, UPIN 24103MF3BE01, Precinct 3.
- 124. Request for approval to negotiate with Infratech Engineers & Innovators LLC to provide professional engineering services in connection with design, survey, and rebuild of a traffic signal with pedestrian appurtenances at Antoine Drive and Breen Drive, UPIN 24035MF39K01, Precinct 1.
- 125. Request for approval to negotiate with IEA Inc. to provide professional engineering services in connection with design, survey, and rebuild of a traffic signal with pedestrian appurtenances at Antoine Drive at Trail Valley Way and Wheat Street, UPIN 24035MF39M01, Precinct 1.
- 126. Request for approval to negotiate with Concept Engineers, Inc. to provide professional engineering services in connection with the design, survey, and rebuild of a traffic signal with pedestrian appurtenances at Bammel North Houston Road and Misty Valley Drive, UPIN 24035MF39P01, Precinct 1.
- 127. Request for approval to negotiate with Brooks & Sparks, Inc. to provide professional engineering services in connection with the design, survey, and rebuild of a traffic signal with pedestrian appurtenances at Veterans Memorial Drive and Fountainhead Drive, UPIN 24035MF39N01, Precinct 1.
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- 128. Request for approval to negotiate with Riner Engineering Inc. for Professional Engineering Services regarding Construction Materials Testing and related Services for HCSFNC - TO3 - Ella Providence Place Habitat for Humanity, UPIN 20035MF1J501, Precinct 1.
- 129. Request for approval to negotiate with MBCO Engineering LLC. to provide professional engineering services for the design, survey, and rebuild of two traffic signals in connection with pedestrian related appurtenances at Morton Ranch at Waterstone Fall Drive and Kieth Harrow Blvd at Westfield Village Drive in Precinct 4.
- 151 Flood Control District
- 132. Request for approval of an agreement with Quartet Engineers Corporation, in the amount of $150,000, to provide materials engineering and testing services in support of Flood Control District Projects. (Agreement No. 2023-32, Countywide, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible).
- 133. Request for approval of an agreement with A&R Engineering and Testing, Inc., in the amount of $182,976, to provide materials engineering and testing services in support of the Mercer Stormwater Detention Basin construction project. (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID F-88, Project ID K500-21-00-E001, Agreement No. 2023-31, Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible).
- 134. Request for approval of an agreement with Isani Consultants, L.P., in the amount of $343,827, to provide design, bidding, and construction phase engineering services in support of the Turkey Gully Bypass Detention Basin project on HCFCD Unit E500-26-00. (White Oak Bayou Watershed, Bond ID CI-030, Project ID E500-26-00-E001, Agreement No. 2023-48, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%).
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- 135. Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Aurora Technical Services, LLC, in the amount of $500,000, to provide additional engineering services including project management and inspection services to augment the Flood Control District’s staff. (Agreement No. 2020-191, Countywide, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 13.64%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%).
- 136. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County to provide for the purchase of 7.4 acre-feet of detention storage from Unit P500-06-00 for Harris County to mitigate the Harris County Single Family New Construction Program - Connorvale Development. (Greens Bayou Watershed, Project ID P500-06-00-E006, Agreement No. 2024-05, Precinct 2).
- 137. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Houston-Galveston Area Council, in the amount of $400,000, to purchase certain governmental administrative functions, goods or services specific to remote sensing, including Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) and all associated remote sensing related services. (Agreement No. 2024-19, Countywide).
- 138. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County, in the amount of $1,000,000, for technical assistance, staff augmentation, and various services to assist with Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery and Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation awarded to the Flood Control District. (Agreement No. 2024-04, Countywide).
- 139. Request for approval to sign a Real Estate Application for DACW64-2-75-1 easement renewal from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, for HCFCD Unit U101-18-00 within the Addicks Reservoir watershed. (Precinct 4).
- 159 Request for approval to change classifications on certain positions.
- 140. Request for approval to sign a Real Estate Application for DACW64-2-74-53 easement renewal from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, for HCFCD Unit U101-20-00 within the Addicks Reservoir watershed. (Precinct 4).
- 141. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with Cadence Bank for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Whitcomb Terracing and Detention Projects on HCFCD Unit No. A500-10-00 for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District. (Clear Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-62, Project ID A500-10-00-E001, Agreement No. 2024-11, Precinct 2).
- 142. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with Cadence Bank for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Poor Farm Ditch Channel Conveyance Improvements Project on HCFCD Unit No. D111-00-00 for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District. (Brays Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-12, Project ID D111-00-00-C002, Agreement No. 2024-12, Precinct 1).
- 143. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with Cadence Bank for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the TC Jester Stormwater Detention Basin Project on HCFCD Unit No. K500-23-00 for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District. (Cypress Creek Watershed, Project ID K500-23-00-E002, Agreement No. 2024-13, Precinct 3).
- 144. Request for approval of an escrow agreement with Cadence Bank for the Texas Water Development Board grant for the Hahl North Stormwater Detention Basin and Conveyance Improvements Project on HCFCD Unit No. P118-00-00 for the deposit of funds for the payment of sums due by the Flood Control District. (Halls Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-41, Project ID P118-00-00-E009, Agreement No. 2024-14, Precinct 2).
- 145. Request for approval to negotiate an agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. to provide engineering and related services as may be needed for utility engineering and related services in support of Flood Control District projects. (Project ID Z100-00-00-G809, Countywide).
- 146. Request for approval to decree that the Harris County Flood Control District project serves a public purpose and public necessity, which requires that the Harris County Real Property Division be directed to transact the funds remaining for the City of La Porte to release the road right-of-way for the Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin Project - Phase 1 North Compartment, for the purpose of providing stormwater detention. (Armand Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-06, Project ID B512-02-00-E001, Precinct 2).
- 147. Request for approval of change in contract No. 5 with Lecon, Inc., for Major Maintenance of Cypress Creek and Tributaries Batch 3, with no change to the contract amount. (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-012, Project ID K100-00-00-X087, Job No. 22/0085, Precincts 1 and 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20.5%, MWDBE Current Participation: 24.45%).
- 148. Request for approval of change in contract No. 1 with Lecon, Inc, for the Lauder Stormwater Detention Basin - Phase 2, resulting in an addition of $1,732.24 to the contract amount. (Greens Bayou Watershed, Bond ID C-34, Project ID P500-06-00-E006, Job No. 22/0224, Precinct 2, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWDBE Current Participation: 48.75%).
- 149. Request for approval of change in contract No. 1 with Solid Bridge Construction LLC, for the Greens Bayou Wetlands Mitigation Bank Pond Sediment Removal, adding 56 calendar days and resulting in an addition of $153,680 to the contract amount. (Greens Bayou Watershed, Project ID P700-01-00-Y009, Job No. 22/0445, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 58%, MWDBE Current Participation: 51%).
- 150. Request for approval of change in contract No. 2 with Lecon, Inc., for the Zube Storm Water Detention Basin Phase 3, adding 89 calendar days and resulting in an addition of $300,810.60 to the contract amount. (Little Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID F-27, Project ID L500-01-00-E003, Job No. 21/0240, Precinct 4, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County’s M/WBE Program).
- 151. Request for approval of change in contract No. 2 with Lecon, Inc., for the Keegans Bayou- General Repairs - US 59 to South Dairy Ashford Road, adding 43 calendar days and resulting in an addition of $749,600.83 to the contract amount. (Brays Bayou Watershed, Project ID D118-00-00-X009, Job No. 22/0091, Precinct 4, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 27.85%, MWDBE Current Participation: 28.50%).
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- 173 Toll Road Authority
- 152. Request for approval for advertisement to obtain construction bids for concrete repairs at the Washburn Tunnel (Precinct 2). MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%.
- 175 Intergovernmental and Global Affairs
- 153. Request for discussion and possible action regarding the Harris County Legislative Agenda.
- 177 Economic Equity and Opportunity
- 154. Request for approval of a Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement (“PILOT Agreement”) between Harris County (on behalf of itself, Flood Control District and Hospital District) and Gulf Stream Marine, Inc. with respect to its application for a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) site and issuance of a Letter of Non-Objection to the designation and/or activation of the proposed FTZ site located at 15627 Jacintoport Blvd., Houston, Texas in Harris County Precinct 2 and within the Foreign-Trade Zone #84.
- 179 Universal Services
- 155. Request for approval of an agreement with the University of Houston Police Department for use of the county's communications systems.
- 156. Request for approval of an agreement with the University of Houston - Downtown Police Department for use of the county's communications systems.
- 157. Request for approval of new vehicle control numbers and changes to attributes of certain VCNs for various departments.
- 183 Public Health Services
- 158. Request for approval of the Order Assessing Cost for abatement of nuisances at one location in Precinct 1 and the assessment of administrative fees totaling $4,716.71.
- 159. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Humble to provide medical countermeasures from the Strategic National Stockpile in the event of a biological or radioactive attack.
- 160. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Emergency Services District 1 to provide medical countermeasures from the Strategic National Stockpile in the event of a biological or radioactive attack.
- 161. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with Harris County Emergency Services District 6 to provide medical countermeasures from the Strategic National Stockpile in the event of a biological or radioactive attack.
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- 162. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of La Porte to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 163. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 16 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 164. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 148 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 165. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 371 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 166. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Water Control Improvement District No. 70 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 167. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 74 to exchange wastewater surveillance data and all related appurtenances for the wastewater based epidemiology (WBE) program.
- 168. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston/School of Public Health to provide environmental toxicology subject matter expertise or health physicist support for assessment of chemical-specific or radiological exposures and mitigation measures in the event of a public health emergency as defined by local, state, or federal governments.
- 169. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Bread of Life Inc. to connect community members to certified Community Health Workers for social services and provide household and/or personal care incentives upon availability for the Wellness on Wheels events in Precincts 1-4 in 2024, at no cost to the county.
- 170. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Common Market to bring fresh farm boxes and bulk foods from small and family-owned farms to the Wellness on Wheels events in Precincts 1-4 in 2024, at no cost to the county.
- 171. Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Rose to bring preventive mammography services and breast cancer awareness education to the Wellness on Wheels events in Precincts 1-4 in 2024, at no cost to the county.
- 172. Request for approval to initiate a lease agreement with True Saga, LLC, for approximately 6,000 gross square feet of space on the property at 16940 Ella Blvd., # B-107 of the building in Precinct 1, for the purposes of community outreach and violence prevention for the period of March 1, 2024-February 28, 2029 at a monthly rental cost of $9,000 beginning June 1, 2024.
- 173. Request for approval of the expenditure of funds with Ernst & Young, LLP, in the amount of $500,000 to provide consulting services for internal case management design and development for Public Health Services for the period of February 27, 2024 - September 1, 2024 in connection with an agreement approved by Commissioners Court on March 22, 2022 (Job No. 210317), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 13%.
- 174. Request for approval for the Veterinary Public Health Division to accept from various community donors monetary donations from the months of September 2023 for $760.00; October 2023 for $1,339.00; November 2023 for $779.00; and December 2023 for $750.00, totaling $3,628.00.
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- 175. Request for approval to transfer four positions from the General Fund 1000 and three positions from the DSRIP Fund 2116 to the Charity Care Fund 2117 to properly align staff effective March 9, 2024.
- 176. Request for approval to transfer one position from Fund 2601 to Fund 2116 to support the Public Health and Preparedness Response Division effective March 9, 2024.
- 203 Housing and Community Development
- 177. Request for approval of a Resolution of Support for the Veterans Memorial Village, a 9% Affordable Housing Tax Credit Project located at 11415 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, Texas, City of Houston Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, Precinct 1.
- 178. Request for approval of four Community Development Block Grant Entitlement (CDBG-EN) funded agreements with (1) Harris County Precinct Two for Airline Improvement District Zone 3 West Bertrand Water and Sanitary Sewer project; (2) Harris County Precinct Two for Parkwood Estates for Water Distribution System Phase 4 (Olana) project; (3) Crosby Municipal Utility District for Surface Water Treatment Plant Facilities Improvements project; and (4) Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 21 for Drinking Water and Fire Protection Improvements project.
- 179. Request for approval for the Executive Director to execute an amendment to the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Orchard Place, also known as Vista, to clarify certain maintenance obligations of the Community Association of Orchard Place and revise the recorded plat.
- 180. Request for approval of a Community Development Block Grant Entitlement (CDBG-EN) funded third amendment to the agreement with Harris County Water Control & Improvement District No. 21 to revise Exhibit A, Scope of Services, to include 2,510 linear feet of new waterlines and six fire hydrants to improve water supply and fire protection within the district area of Dell Dale, Market Street, Grand Avenue, and I-10 Frontage Road for the Water Supply and Fire Protection Improvements Phase Two Project.
- 182. Request for approval to transfer one position from the CDBGDR_HAR_ADMIN1 grant fund to the general fund effective March 9, 2024.
- 210 County Library
- 183. Request that the County Judge execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Friends of the Evelyn M. Meador Community Library for installation and construction of a canopy structure over the outdoor space of the Evelyn Meador Branch, at no cost to the county.
- 184. Request for approval to renew a Memorandum of Understanding with the Harris County Department of Education to enable the library to certify funds which will be matched by federal match funds in partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission through the Child Care and Development fund for the provision of allowable childcare services or activities in the Gulf Coast Workforce Board area.
- 213 Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
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- 185. Request for approval to use up to $15,000 in general and grant funds to address the emergency needs of clients who receive services from the My Brother’s Keeper Program.
- 186. Request for approval to accept from the HAY Foundation a donation in the total amount of $1,200,000 for the HAY Center.
- 218 Constables
- 187. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of an agreement with the Astros Golf Foundation to provide two (2) canines and two (2) canine handlers at the 2024 Houston Open.
- 188. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval of an agreement with The Methodist Hospital d/b/a Houston Methodist Hospital for two deputy positions for law enforcement and mental health transport services effective March 9, 2024.
- 189. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to renew an interlocal agreement with Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System for two deputies to provide law enforcement and mental health transportation services.
- 190. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to accept from Sunil Patel the donation of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe valued at $54,600 to be used for the purpose of conducting law enforcement operations.
- 191. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to accept from the Harris County Constable Precinct One Foundation the donation of its interest in the purchase of one (1) dual purpose narcotics detection K9 to be utilized for enhancing the security in the downtown courthouse complex, patrol division and various other law enforcement functions.
- 192. Request by the Constable of Precinct 3 for approval to retire a canine from active duty and transfer ownership to his handler with release of liability.
- 193. Request by the Constable of Precinct 3 for approval to accept from K9 Officers, Inc. the donation of one dual purpose patrol/narcotics canine and equipment to be utilized in patrol related law enforcement duties and functions.
- 194. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies with oaths of office.
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- 195. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of an agreement for law enforcement services with Castlewood Municipal Utility District to add one deputy position effective March 9, 2024.
- 196. Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to use surplus labor budget funds to pay for overtime hours worked to enter data into the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS).
- 197. Request by the Constable of Precinct 8 for approval of changes to the list of regular deputies.
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- 198. Request for approval to use the departmental procurement card and/or reimburse personnel for food expenses incurred for meetings and unforeseen circumstances throughout the year.
- 199. Request for approval to work with the Office of the County Engineer/Real Property Division to locate and secure the necessary lease space to accommodate the needs of the HCSO Family Assistance/Chaplaincy Unit.
- 200. Request for approval to work with the Office of the County Engineer/Real Property Division to locate and secure necessary lease space to accommodate the needs of the HCSO Behavioral Health Unit.
- 201. Request for approval to accept the agreements for vehicle reimbursement with the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) for the period of October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024.
- 202. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD to coordinate and provide mental health and intellectual developmental disability services to inmates housed in the detention facilities.
- 203. Request for approval of a Program Funded State and Local Task Force Agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to accomplish the objectives of the Houston Task Force by providing one deputy as a Task Force Officer.
- 204. Request for approval of an agreement with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Inc. (HLSR) to use MOD K9 Teams as a security measure during the 2024 HLSR season with overtime reimbursed by HLSR.
- 205. Request for approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Community Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) to provide tactical emergency medical support as needed during critical incidents.
- 206. Request for approval of software renewal with Northpointe, Inc. dba equivant, a Delaware Corporation for the Jail Classification system for the period of January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024.
- 207. Request for approval to terminate the agreement for law enforcement services with Brenwood Park Civic Improvement Association, Inc. effective February 29, 2024.
- 208. Request for approval to remove two (2) airboat trailers from the Homeland Security Bureau inventory.
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- 209. Request for approval to accept from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo a donation in the total amount of $4,550 to be used to assist with the expenses incurred for the 2024 Harris County Sheriff’s Office Pony Express Ride.
- 210. Request for approval to transfer two positions between Business Units 54100 and 54000 effective March 9, 2024.
- 211. Request for approval to transfer 20 positions between Business Units 54100 and 54000 due to department reorganization effective March 9, 2024.
- 246 Fire Marshal
- 212. Request for approval to accept from Texas A&M Forest Service the donation of a trailer.
- 248 County Clerk
- 213. Request that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement between Harris County and the Houston Independent School District in the amount of $85,655.25 for the use of various HISD schools as Election Day locations for elections held during the period of January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019.
- 214. Request that the County Judge execute a settlement agreement between Harris County and the Houston Independent School District in the amount of $16,805.50 for the use of various HISD schools as Election Day locations for elections held during the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.
- 251 County Attorney
- 215. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Herbert Day Pan, et al v. Harris County Toll Road Authority; Cause No. 2022-05254; In the 55th Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas.
- 216. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Settlement in connection with Paul Curtis Taggart, Individually, and as Next Friend of EET, a minor, and LLT, a minor v. Harris County, Texas; Cause No. 2021-60189; In the 234th Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas; CAO File No. 21TRL0152.
- 217. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of an Agreement between Harris County and Quan Law Group, PLLC.
- 218. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of an Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and McElroy, Sullivan, Miller & Weber, LLP.
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- 219. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of an Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP.
- 220. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of a Sixth Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Stephens Reed & Armstrong, PLLC.
- 221. Request for approval of an Order Authorizing Execution of a Sixth Amendment to the Agreement between Harris County and Porter Hedges LLP.
- 222. Request for approval of two positions effective March 9, 2024 for the General Counsel Division and Real Estate Division.
- 260 District Attorney
- 223. Request that the County Judge execute the contract with the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) Investigation Number SW-TXS-1323 in the amount of $8,000 and FY2024 State and Local Overtime (SLOT) for Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in the amount of $3,940 for Overtime for District Attorney’s Office investigations.
- 262 Managed Assigned Counsel
- 224. Request for approval to use general funds in an amount not to exceed $2,000 for legal empowerment community awareness events in calendar year 2024.
- 264 County Courts
- 225. Request for approval of an interlocal agreement (ILA) renewal between Harris County and the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD for screening services mandated under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 1622.
- 266 District Courts
- 226. Request for approval to accept three (3) lactation PODS donated by the Houston Bar Association (HBA) totaling approximately $99,000.
- 268 Travel & Training
- 227. Request for approval of various Out of Texas travel and training requests.
- 270 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OMB 1 Public Trust Advisors Headquarters visit 3/13-15/2024 Denver, CO $1,255 Other 2. HRRM 1 CVS Forum 4/3-5/2024 Oxon Hill, MD $955 Other 3. HRRM 2 Mental Health First Aid Summit & NatCon 4/13-17/2024 Los Angeles, CA $5,040 Other 4. HRRM 1 Society for Human Resource Management 4/14-17/2024 Las Vegas, NV $4,270 General Talent Conference 5. FCD 3 National Waterways Conference 3/10-13/2024 Washington, DC $10,750 FCD 6. PHS 2 Covid 19 health disparities grant 3/25-28/2024 Chicago, IL $3,614 Other reverse site visit 7. PHS 5 National Healthy Homes Conference 4/7-11/2024 Minneapolis, MN $20,000 Grant 8. PHS 1 DVM 360 Fetch Conference 5/16-19/2024 Nashville, TN $2,262 Other 9. PHS 2 Medical Reserve Corp National Summit 5/22-24/2024 Chicago, IL $2,300 Other 10. PHS 2 Association of Food & Drug Officials 6/8-13/2024 Grand Rapids, MI $8,210 Other Educational Conference
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- 271 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 11. HCD 1 National Hurricane Conference 3/24-28/2024 Orlando, FL $2,415 Grant 12. HCD 1 Government Finance Officers Association 6/8-12/2024 Orlando, FL $2,366 Grant Conference 13. HCD 2 Society for Human Resource Management 6/22-26/2024 Chicago, IL $8,940 Grant Conference & Expo 14. LIB 1 National Digital Inclusion Alliance's 2/13-15/2024 Philadelphia, PA $2,158 General Net Inclusion Conference 15. LIB 1 Customers of SirsiDynix Users Group, 3/5-9/2024 Provo, UT $2,220 General inc. Conference 17. C4 2 K9 Health & Welfare Handlers course* 4/5-21/2024 Canton, GA $1,870 Other 18. SHERIFF 1 National Narcotic Detector Dogs National 3/2-9/2024 Warner Robbins, GA $2,040 Other Conference 19. SHERIFF 1 Drone assessment & response tactics 3/11-15/2024 Socorro, NM $2,443 Other training 20. SHERIFF 1 Explosives disposal techniques training Multiple Huntsville, AL $17,840 Other 21. SHERIFF 8 Intelligence Analysts Training Event* 4/21-26/2024 New Orleans, LA $11,480 Other 22. SHERIFF - National Assn. of Women Law Enforcement 4/23-27/2024 Las Vegas, NV $1,275 Other Executives Conf. (9,775 appvd. 1/9 for 5 attnds.-date change & add exp.) 23. SHERIFF 3 Radiological & Nuclear Sustainment 7/8-12/2024 Albuquerque, NM $6,825 Other course 24. SHERIFF 4 California Homicide Investigators 8/19-23/2024 Las Vegas, NV $6,521 Other Association Training Conf. 25. SO-DET 1 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences 3/19-22/2024 Chicago, IL $1,645 Other meeting 26. FM 30 Various meetings, conferences, Multiple Various $25,000 Other exercises, & trainings*
- 228. Request for approval of various In Texas travel and training requests.
- 273 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 1. OCA 25 Insider Threat Program & concepts TBD Houston, TX $40,000 General training seminar 2. OMB 1 TEXPO Treasury & Financial Conference 4/15-16/2024 The Woodlands, TX $975 General 3. HRRM 1 Risk management online training TBD Houston, TX $2,155 General 4. HRRM 3 Texas Department of Emergency Management 5/28-31/2024 Fort Worth, TX $4,843 General Conference
- 274 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 21. PHS 1 Legal Kwik training 2/29/2024 Houston, TX $230 Grant 22. PHS 8 Mastering internal investigations Multiple Houston, TX $3,400 Grant workshop 23. PHS 6 Human Resources workshop Multiple Houston, TX $4,770 Grant 24. PHS 2 TDEM public health planning, Multiple Various $2,950 Grant coordination meetings, & conferences* 25. PHS 3 Public Health preparedness & response Multiple Various $3,150 Grant mtgs., confs., & trainings* 26. PHS 3 DSHS public health preparedness Multiple Various $3,500 Grant trainings, conferences, & mtgs.* 27. PHS 8 American Mosquito Control Association 3/4-8/2024 Dallas, TX $15,350 Grant meeting* 28. PHS 1 Lead Supervisor Refresher Training 3/6-8/2024 Austin, TX $965 Grant course* 29. PHS 4 Institute of Internal Auditors 4/8/2024 Houston, TX $1,140 General Conference 30. PHS 5 Texas Mosquito Control Association 4/8-10/2024 Tyler, TX $4,325 Grant workshop meeting* 31. PHS - Texas A&M forest service leadership 4/9-11/2024 College Station, TX $415 General training* ($2,500 appvd. 8/29/2023 for 1 attnd.-add exp. & funding source) 32. PHS 2 Texas Environmental Health Association 4/24-26/2024 College Station, TX $930 Other Governing Council mtg.* 33. PHS 2 Environmental Trade Fair & Conference* 5/14-15/2024 Austin, TX $1,520 General 34. PHS 9 Texas Emergency Management Conference* 5/28-31/2024 Fort Worth, TX $11,625 Grant 35. HCD - Excel Database Features & Pivot Tables 2/9/2024 The Woodlands, TX - General course ($361 appvd. 1/9 for 1 attnd.-date change)
- 275 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 51. CAC 2 Texas Urban CAC Program Officer Summit 2/21-22/2024 Dallas, TX $1,220 Other 52. CAC 30 Ethical considerations & concerns in 2/28/2024 Houston, TX $900 Other multicultural therapy/training 53. CAC 100 Grooming, memory, & trauma training 4/24/2024 Houston, TX $3,800 Other 54. C1 2 Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor 3/10-15/2024 Bryan, TX $3,720 General course* 55. C2 1 CPR Instructor course Multiple Houston, TX $476 General 56. C2 2 Taser instructor class* 12/17-18/2023 Round Rock, TX $300 General 57. C3 4 Houston Community College Police Multiple Houston, TX $10,508 Other Academy* 58. C3 5 Highlands-Lynchburg Chamber Awards Gala* 2/15/2024 La Porte, TX $250 General 59. C3 8 Undercover surveillance for law 2/26-28/2024 Baytown, TX $1,600 Other enforcement training* 60. C3 2 Enforcing public nuisance & illegal 4/18-19/2024 Galveston, TX $250 Other dumping criminal laws training* 61. C4 2 Bosch CDR Tool Technician online TBD Houston, TX $1,190 Other training course 62. C4 3 K9 ecollar workshop* 4/2-4/2024 Houston, TX $1,350 Other 63. C4 1 Texas School Safety Conference* 6/23-27/2024 San Antonio, TX $1,025 Other 64. C4 2 Collision reconstruction training* 7/8-19/2024 Humble, TX $2,500 Other 65. C4 1 Supervisor Leadership Institute course* 7/15-19/2024 Humble, TX $795 Other 66. C4 1 Leadership Command College course* 7/29-8/16/2024 College Station, TX $3,180 Other 67. C4 1 Leadership inventory for female 8/19-23/2024 Huntsville, TX $395 Other executives training*
- 276 Dept. No. Purpose Date(s) Location Cost Fund ---- -------- ----- ---------------------------------------- -------------- ------------------- -------- ------- 68. C6 2 Officer Involved Shooting Investigations 2/26-27/2024 Texas City, TX $658 Other course* 69. C6 2 Gangs & Narcotics Conference* 3/17-20/2024 Houston, TX $662 Other 70. C6 1 New Detective & Criminal Investigator 3/18-22/2024 Texas City, TX $595 Other course* 71. SHERIFF 1 Jailers license reactivation fee* TBD Houston, TX $250 General 72. SHERIFF 1 sUAS Proctor Training course* TBD TBD $990 General 73. SHERIFF 5 Rescue & Advanced Open Waters courses* TBD Various $2,030 General 74. SHERIFF 12 Riot Baton/Shield Field Force Command TBD Houston, TX $3,000 General Instructor course* 75. SHERIFF 1 Flight training* TBD Spring, TX $7,582 General 76. SHERIFF 10 CTK Advanced Interview & Interrogation TBD Houston, TX $10,000 Other course* 77. SHERIFF 2 Houston Veterans Job Fair* Multiple Houston, TX $2,595 General 78. SHERIFF 8 Crime Analyst Certificate Program Multiple Houston, TX $9,600 General training* 79. SHERIFF 1 Enhanced incident management/unified 2/12-16/2024 College Station, TX $775 Other command training* 80. SHERIFF 6 Planning, designing, & constructing 2/21-22/2024 Austin, TX $5,160 Other police training facilities course* 81. SHERIFF 2 Hostage & Crisis Negotiator course* 2/26-27/2024 Houston, TX $460 General 82. SHERIFF 1 Texas Law Enforcement Trainers Multiple Austin, TX $650 General Consortium* 83. SHERIFF 2 Crime prevention training* 3/4-8/2024 Plano, TX $2,050 General ($2,575 appvd. 1/9 for 3 attnds.-add attnds. & exp.)
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- 229. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to accept from the Houston-Galveston Area Council grant funds in the amount of $238,750, with no required match, for the EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (Planning) Program.
- 230. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $119,724.75, with a required match of $39,908.25, for the FY 25 Body Worn Cameras Program.
- 231. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $923,376.30, with no required match, for the FY 25 Bullet Resistant Shields project.
- 232. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to submit an application to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for grant funds in the amount of $2,115,000, with an in-kind match of $2,115,000, for the FY 25 Community Mental Health Grant Program, and to designate The Harris Center as the sub-grantee.
- 233. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for grant funds in the amount of $564,639, with no required match, for the FY23 TxVemp - Forklifts and Port Cargo Handling Equipment (Michael Talbott) Program.
- 234. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to submit an application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for grant funds in the amount of $285,532, with no required match, for the FY 23 TxVemp - Forklifts and Port Cargo Handling Equipment Program.
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- 235. Request by the Flood Control District for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Water Development Board to extend the grant end date to November 2, 2024, for the FY 2016 Flood Mitigation Assistance Program. (Project ID Z100-00-00-H058, Countywide).
- 236. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for grant funds in the amount of $375,000, with no required match, for the FY 24 Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnerships for Success Program.
- 237. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for grant funds in the amount of $661,200, with no required match, for the FY 25 Title V - MCH Fee for Services - Dental Program.
- 238. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for grant funds in the amount of $550,000, with a required match of $550,000, for the FY 25 Community Mental Health Grant Program.
- 239. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant funds in the amount of $7,977,471, with no required match, for the FY 24 Ryan White Part A and MAI HIV Emergency Relief Project.
- 240. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant funds in the amount of $1,638,961, with no required match, for the 2024-25 Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America Program.
- 241. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with Petco Love to extend the end date to December 31, 2024 for the Petco Love: Animal Welfare Organizations Program.
- 242. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant funds in the amount of $1,993,405, with no required match, for the FY23/24 Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, & Data Systems Grant.
- 243. Request by Public Health Services for approval of one position effective March 9, 2024 for the CDC-Infrastructure, Workforce, & Data Systems Program to support the Office of Operations and Technology Services (OTS).
- 244. Request by Public Health Services for approval of one position effective March 9, 2024 for the Overdose Data to Action (CDC) Program to support the Office of Planning and Innovation (OPI).
- 245. Request by the County Library for approval to submit an application to the Hamman Foundation for grant funds in the amount of $50,000, with no required match, for the 2024 Summer Reading Program-Hamman Foundation.
- 246. Request by Domestic Relations for approval to submit a revised application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $370,500, with a match of $148,936, for the FY 25 Family Victimization Services for Supervised Possession Program.
- 247. Request by the Constable of Precinct 1 for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $37,454.52, with no required match, for the FY 25 Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Drone Project.
- 248. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $333,230, with no cash match, for the FY 2025 Operation North Star project.
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- 249. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $319,902, with a required match of $80,344, for the FY 2025 Domestic Violence Advocacy Program.
- 250. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to submit an application to the Houston-Galveston Area Council for grant funds in the amount of $251,093, with a required match of $83,361, for the FY 2025 First Responder Mental Health Program.
- 251. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Office of National Drug Control Policy to modify the award total to $1,147,323.80 and extend the end date to December 31, 2024 for the FY 2022 HIDTA Program.
- 252. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval to provide a match contribution in the amount of $2,115,000 to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in connection with the Joint Processing Center (JPC) and Outpatient Competency Restoration (OCR) for the FY 25 Community Mental Health Grant Program.
- 253. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $331,018, with no required match, for the FY 25 Gulf Coast Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation (GC CASE) Program.
- 254. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $400,000, with a required match of $171,429, for the FY 25 Special Victims Prosecution and Protective Order Project.
- 255. Request by the District Attorney for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division in the amount of $3,502,000, with a required match of $875,500, for the FY 25 HCDAO Victim Assistance Project.
- 256. Request by the Public Defender for approval to accept from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant funds in the amount of $134,277, with no required match, for the Y3 Future Indigent Defense Leaders (Cohorts 3 & 4) Program.
- 257. Request by the Public Defender for approval to accept from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant funds in the amount of $293,334, with no required match, for the Future Indigent Defense Leaders (Cohort 5) Program.
- 258. Request by the District Courts for approval to submit a revised application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $108,627, with no required match, for the FY 25 Positive Pathways Family Reunification Court Program.
- 259. Request by the County Judge for approval to accept a portion of the GY 2024 - 25 Ryan White Part A grant in the amount of $238,761 to be used for the partial GY 2024 - 25 budget, salary schedule and extension of four staff positions to February 28, 2025 for the Ryan White Planning Council's Office of Support Program.
- 312 Auditor
- 260. Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims.
- 261. Request for approval of Supplemental Estimates of Revenue for Fiscal Year 2024.
- 262. Request for approval of a claim made payable in the amount of $220,536.00, subject to the authorization of a payment request made by Harris County Flood Control District for the City of La Porte.
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- 263. Request for approval of an indemnification of expenditures in the amount of $99.25 for Atascocita Branch Library.
- 264. Request for approval to lease parking spaces for employees at certain garages with REEF Parking for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, at an approximate cost of $3,360.
- 265. Request for approval to close an Imprest Account for Probate Court No. 1.
- 266. Request for approval to open a new Imprest Account for Community Services Department.
- 320 Treasurer
- 267. Request for approval to accept non-redeemed juror pay card funds issued in October 2023 in the amount of $88,602, and deposit into the County General Fund Bank Account.
- 322 Tax Assessor-Collector
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- 268. Request for approval of tax refund payments.
- 325 Purchasing
- 269. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for compensation and pay equity study for HRRM (230485).
- 270. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for computer hardware, software, services, supplies, consumables and related items for Harris County (230305).
- 271. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for applied research and data analysis, strategic planning and management strategies and other services for federally funded Harris County Projects (230289).
- 272. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for social media consultant for Public Health (240042).
- 273. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for enterprise learning management system for Harris County (240017).
- 274. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for all risk property insurance and business coverage for Jesse H. Jones Memorial Bridge for Harris County (230387).
- 275. Request for approval of a project scheduled for advertisement and consent for Request for Proposal for vital records preservation project for the County Clerk's Office (230426).
- 276. Request for approval of a renewal option with Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. for postmortem computed tomography scanning for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of April 25, 2024 - April 24, 2025 at a cost of $91,805 (220157), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 277. Request for approval of a renewal option with Executive Security Integrators & Fire Protection (Primary and Secondary for certain items) and Network Cabling Services, Inc. (Primary for certain items) for security equipment and related items for Harris County (Port Security Grant) for the period of August 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025, at a cost of $4,930,000 (220188), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 278. Request for approval of a renewal option with Netsync Network Solutions for wide area network refresh, maintenance/support services and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 at a cost of $9,408,994 (200371), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 100%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 279. Request for approval of a renewal option with The Segal Company (Southeast), Inc. dba Segal for benefits consulting services for Harris County for the period of June 28, 2024 - June 27, 2025 at a cost of $600,000 (210443), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWDBE Current Participation: 25%.
- 280. Request for approval of a renewal option with Pivot Technology Services Corporation for servers, software, support and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of March 24, 2024 - March 23, 2025, at a cost of $483,118 (200046), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
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- 281. Request for approval of a renewal option with Agilent Technologies Canada Inc. for liquid chromatograph tandem mass spectrometer for the Institute of Forensic Sciences through January 31, 2025 at a cost of $258,483 (220229), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 282. Request for approval of a renewal option with MasterWord Services Inc (Primary); Visual Language Professionals LLC (Secondary); and Language Line Services, Inc. (Tertiary) for interpreter services for hearing impaired persons of Harris County for the period of June 27, 2024 - June 26, 2025 at a cost of $206,611 (220160), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 283. Request for approval of a renewal option with Lights On! for bulb repair vouchers program to distribute in lieu of citations for defective equipment for the period of July 18, 2024 - July 17, 2025 at a cost of $50,000, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 284. Request for approval of a renewal option with Unif Health (Primary); and DISA Global Solutions, Inc. (Secondary) for drug and alcohol testing for Harris County for the period of June 27, 2024 - June 26, 2025 at a cost of $478,700 (220411), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 285. Request for approval of a renewal option with SafetyMed, LLC for automatic external defibrillators and related items for Harris County for the period of June 29, 2024 - June 28, 2025 at a cost of $314,987 (200269), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 286. Request for approval of a renewal option with Tetra Tech, Inc. (Primary); and Thompson Engineering (Secondary) for debris monitoring services for Harris County for the period of March 30, 2024 - March 29, 2025 at a cost of $14,073,149 (200123), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%.
- 287. Request for approval of a renewal option with JMJ Organics, A DBA of SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC for bedding soil, mulch and related items for Harris County for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 at a cost of $197,000 (220045), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 288. Request for approval of a renewal option with OpenGov for work order management system for Harris County through December 27, 2024, at a cost of $1,200,000 (210117), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 289. Request for approval of a renewal option with BiblioCommons Corp. for integrated website, discovery, content management, and library catalog solution for the County Public Library for the period of May 10, 2024 - May 9, 2025 at a cost of $370,011 (210438), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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- 290. Request for approval of a renewal option with Applied Business Software, Inc. for new loan application, origination, underwriting, and servicing system software for the Community Services Department for the period of August 10, 2024 - August 9, 2025 at a cost of $121,725 (200132), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 291. Request for approval of a renewal option with Fortra, LLC for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Managed Security (MSS) solutions for the Toll Road Authority through December 16, 2024 at a cost of $228,229 (190127), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 292. Request for approval of a renewal option with ARES Security Corporation for maintenance, support, hosting and enhancements for a situational awareness solution for the Sheriff's Office for the period of April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025 at a cost of $189,901 (220185), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 293. Request for approval of a renewal option with Osburn Associates, Inc. to fabricate and deliver various signs and related items for the Toll Road Authority for the period of April 4, 2024 - April 3, 2025, at a cost of $210,936 (220291), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 294. Request for approval of a renewal option with Cadre Research Labs for firearm forensics imaging and analysis system for the Institute of Forensic Sciences for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 at a cost of $12,500 (200055).
- 295. Request for approval of a renewal option with Compass Group USA, Inc. by and through its Canteen Vending Services Division for vending machine services for Harris County for the period of March 22, 2024 - March 21, 2025 with revenue in the amount of $260,000 (200318).
- 296. Request for approval of a renewal option with AG|CM; and V&M Contractors LLC dba Paperwork Consulting for construction management and labor compliance monitoring services for multi-family housing rental properties for the Housing and Community Development Department through February 20, 2025 at a cost of $2,268,750 (220235), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 36%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 297. Request for approval of a renewal option with Caring Commercial Cleaning Inc. for janitorial services at the youth services center for Resources for Children and Adults for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, at a cost of $153,099, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210390), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 298. Request for approval of a renewal option with RNDI Companies, Inc. for structural abatement in various locations for Public Health Services for the period of June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025, at a cost of $53,492, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230058), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 299. Request for approval of a renewal option with Cherry Moving Company, Inc. dba Arcosa Construction Services for demolition services and related items for Harris County and the Flood Control District for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025, at a cost of $4,635,305 (220437), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%.
- 300. Request for approval of a renewal option with Ecolab Inc. for industrial strength laundry detergent, bleach, and related items for the Sheriff's Office through January 31, 2025, at a cost of $119,000 (210421), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 301. Request for approval of a renewal option with Jerson’s Concrete LLC for pre-blended lime-fly ash powder mix for various locations for Precinct 4 for the period of April 5, 2024 - April 4, 2025 at a cost of $198,280 (210434), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 302. Request for approval of a renewal option with Environmental Southwest for removal of solid waste in right-of-ways and related items in the North Zone of Precinct 2 for the period of April 26, 2024 - April 25, 2025, at a cost of $50,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220074), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 41%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
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- 303. Request for approval of a renewal option with Nalco Company LLC for water treatment chemicals, services and related items for Harris County for the period of March 23, 2024 - March 22, 2025, at a cost of $249,300, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (190259), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 304. Request for approval of a renewal option with Miggins Interest, LLC dba Hydro Tech Utilities for maintenance, repair and operations of wastewater treatment plants and related items at various locations for the Office of the County Engineer for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 at a cost of $160,000 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (220063), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%, MWDBE Current Participation: 68%.
- 305. Request for approval of a renewal option with Two Sons Environmental Services for new construction and maintenance of on-site sewage facilities at various locations and related items for Harris County for the period of April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025, at a cost of $300,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210021), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 306. Request for approval of a renewal option with Orsat, LLC for air monitoring services and related items at Friendship Park for Pollution Control Services for the period of March 8, 2024 - March 7, 2025, at a cost of $192,000, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210173), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 307. Request for approval of a renewal option with Data Shredding Services of Texas, Inc. for recycling services and document destruction for Harris County for the period of March 30, 2024 - March 29, 2025 at a cost of $40,456 (200328), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 308. Request for approval of a renewal option with Environmental Southwest for turf establishment, vegetation promotion, and mowing for the Flood Control District for the period of June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025, at a cost of $789,312, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230064), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10%, MWDBE Current Participation: 10%.
- 309. Request for approval of an interlocal renewal option with Harris County Housing Authority for Harris County Housing Authority employee participation in the benefits plan (medical, dental, and vision) for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, at no cost to the county.
- 310. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract renewal option with Gartner, Inc. for subscription - based research and related services for Universal Services - Technology for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 at a cost of $297,767, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 311. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program renewal option with Bob Barker Company, Inc. for correctional and detention facility equipment and supplies for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 at a cost of $50,000, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 312. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program renewal option with ICS Jail Supplies, Inc (Buy Board 669-22) for correctional and detention facility equipment and supplies for the period of May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025 at a cost of $50,000, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 313. 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 January 18, 2024 - February 7, 2024.
- 314. Request for approval to remove inventory items listed on Auditor’s Form 3351 for the Toll Road Authority (Org. 050); Constable Pct. 1 (Org. 301); Constable Pct. 5 (Org. 305); and Sheriff’s Office (Org. 540).
- 315. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program with Bound Tree Medical, LLC in the estimated amount of $50,000 for first aid, emergency medical, and athletic trainer supplies and equipment for Harris County for the period of February 27, 2024 - May 31, 2026, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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- 317. Request that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in the amount of $112,500 for Geriatric Health Services for Resources for Children and Adults for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025, with four (4) one-year renewal options.
- 318. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with SafetyMed, LLC in the additional amount of $150,000 to allow for additional automatic external defibrillators and related items for Harris County for the period of June 29, 2023 - June 28, 2024 (200269), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 319. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Oracle America, Inc. in the additional amount of $1,725,549 for additional cloud services for Enterprise Resource Planning System for Harris County for the period of April 29, 2023 - April 28, 2024, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 320. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Oracle America, Inc. in the additional amount of $64,354 for additional software services for enterprise resource planning system for Harris County for the period of April 29, 2023 - April 28, 2024, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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- 321. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with ARES Security Corporation in the additional amount of $347,301 for additional services for maintenance, support, hosting and enhancements for a situational awareness solution for the Sheriff’s Office (Port Security Grant) for the period of April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024 (220185), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 322. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with KGBTexas Communications in the additional amount of $2,500,000 to plan, support and execute a strategy paid media campaign to educate registered voters in Harris County related to elections in FY2024 for branding, marketing and strategic communication services for the County Clerk's Office for the period of May 24, 2023 - May 23, 2024 (210314), MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 323. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with TransCore, LP in the additional amount of $182,438,020 to expand and incorporate changes to support the cashless transition of the toll collection system and toll equipment infrastructure project maintenance of toll lanes managed by HCTRA for maintenance for the toll collection system - Roadside Solution for the Toll Road Authority for the period of September 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024 (100116), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 324. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with East Harris County Empowerment Council to update Exhibit B for early learning quality network for Harris County for the period of October 10, 2023 - November 30, 2026, with no increase in the total contract amount (230095), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Specialized, Technical, or Unique in Nature.
- 325. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Alanton Group, Inc. in the additional amount of $648,066 for custodial services at various downtown locations in Region 5 for Building Operations Services (220004), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWDBE Current Participation: 17%.
- 326. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a consulting services exemption agreement with National Center for State Courts to decrease the amount by $41,977 to extend the term of the Master Agreement, modify the scale of services, and reduce funding for the Office of Management and Budget for the extended period of February 29, 2024 - May 31, 2024, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - NonDivisible.
- 327. Request that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. in the amount of $479,488 for work productivity enterprise software subscription for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, in connection with an OMNIA Partners Public Sector Cooperative Purchasing Program, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 328. Request that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Vertosoft, LLC in the amount of $159,565 for cartegraph asset management system integration for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with two (2) one-year renewal options, in connection with a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract.
- 329. Request for approval of an extension to TransCore, ITS LLC for preventative/emergency inspection and maintenance, purchase, and related items for light emitting diode dynamic message signs and static guide signs for the Toll Road Authority for the period of May 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024, or until a new contract is in place, with no increase in pricing (190063), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 330. Request for approval of an extension to Translation and Interpretation Network (Primary); Universe Technical Translation, Inc. (Secondary); Language Line Services, Inc. (Tertiary); and MasterWord Services Inc (Quaternary) for medical interpreter services and related items for Public Health Services for the period of April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024, or until a new contract is in place, with no increase in pricing (220361), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 331. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for detention pond enhancement at Goforth Park for Precinct 3, and that the project be readvertised at a later date (230464).
- 332. Request for approval to reject the proposal(s) received for P25 radio repair services and related items, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (230343).
- 333. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for bridge repairs - BRINSAP 2020 package 2 for Precinct 3, and that the project be canceled and readvertised at a later date (230423), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19%.
- 334. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for stormwater quality maintenance program and related items for Harris County, and that the project be readvertised at a later date (230453), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 14%.
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- 335. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for on-call electrical repair and maintenance services at various locations for the Toll Road Authority and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (230287).
- 336. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for enclosed canine trailer for the Sheriff's Office and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (230327).
- 337. Request for approval to reject the bid(s) received for Ultraviolet-C disinfecting lighting system for jail facilities for the Sheriff's Office and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (230374).
- 338. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with California Creative Solutions, Inc. dba CCS Learning Academy for executive leadership team builder and coaching for the Public Health Department for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2026 (230162), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 339. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Seril, Inc. dba Houston Grotech in the amount of $78,680 for lawn care services for the Flood Control District for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230465), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 10%.
- 340. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Inland Environments, Ltd. with revenue in the amount of $8,300 for sale, recovery and cleanup of “Once Fired” spent ammunition casings, brass and assorted metals for the Sheriff's Office for the period of February 27, 2024 - January 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230477), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 341. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to First Class Units Inc in the amount of $380,000 for renovation of an existing ROTC Building on the C.E. King Middle School Campus in Sheldon Independent School District into a health and social services facility for Precinct 1, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230376), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%.
- 342. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Texas Drainage Inc. - waiver in the amount of $445,500 for ditch regrading/reshaping and related items at various locations for Precinct 3 for a one (1) year initial term with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received, and that the court grant a waiver of technicality for Texas Drainage Inc. which owed county taxes when the bids were received, and is now current on taxes (230492), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 343. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest priced proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Terra Point Realty, LLC for realtor services for the sale of ward property for Resources for Children and Adults for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230355).
- 344. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to TUF Industrial, Inc. (Primary) and Bayou Builders, Inc. (Secondary) in the amount of $241,777 for repair of ruts along maintenance berms of flood channels and basins for the Flood Control District for the period of April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230486), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 345. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Frost Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $2,047,000 for construction of modular buildings for the Channelview Wellness Complex for the Office of the County Engineer, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230469), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 18%.
- 346. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest complete bid meeting specifications to McKenna Contracting in the amount of $1,319,277 for design and installation of playground at Gene Green Park for Precinct 1 with certain items not being awarded, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230491), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 21%.
- 347. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Red Wing Brands of America, Inc. in the amount of $52,031 for safety footwear and related items for Harris County for the period of February 27, 2024 - January 31, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (240006), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 348. Request for approval of an award on the basis of only bid to Mobile Marketing Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Brewco Marketing Group in the amount of $694,000 for mobile offices for the Housing and Community Development Department (230478), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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- 349. Request for approval of an award on the basis of lowest complete bid to NAO Global Health, LLC in the amount of $1,170,457 for first aid supplies and related items for Harris County, the Flood Control District, the Juvenile Probation Department, and the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230370), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 350. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Sterling Infosystems, Inc. dba Sterling for pre- and post-employment background screening for Human Resources & Risk Management for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options (230036), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 351. Request for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with TollPlus, LLC for image based transaction processing support services for the Toll Road Authority for the period of February 27, 2024 - September 30, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (210429), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 35%.
- 352. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Environmental Allies, LLC in the amount of $1,200,986 for disaster heavy civil construction and related items for the Office of the County Engineer for the period of February 27, 2024 - January 31, 2025, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240007), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 353. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to iCON GC, LLC in the amount of $1,075,000 for drainage improvements in the Memorial Hills Subdivision (2018) for Precinct 1, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230506), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 15%.
- 354. Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to Mar-Con Services, LLC. in the amount of $7,480,591 for reconstruction of Miller Road 2 from US 90 Frontage Road to Wallisville Road for Precinct 1 and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received, and that the court grant a waiver of technicality for Mar-Con Services, LLC. which owed county taxes when the bids were received, and is now current on taxes (230443), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 32%.
- 355. Request for approval of a State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Contract on the basis of low quote and for the County Judge to execute an addendum to the agreement with Applied Geographics (AppGeo), a division of The Sanborn Map Company, Inc. in the amount of $167,917 for subscription and support of CARTO intelligence software for Universal Services - Technology for the period of February 27, 2024 - December 29, 2024 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 356. 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 Cloud Software Group, Inc. in the amount of $117,836 for subscription licenses and support for iBi WebFOCUS software products for Harris County through August 30, 2024 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 357. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and a renewal option with Baylor College of Medicine in the amount of $150,000 for technical assistance and training services to EHE Funded Subrecipient for Public Health Services/Ryan White Grant Administration for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 358. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $391,309 for hardware, accessories, warranty, and services through the Taser 7 and Taser 10 Programs for Constable Precinct 5 for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with five (5) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 359. Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements with Hart InterCivic, Inc. in the amount of $200,410 for software, hardware and equipment of verity voting systems manufactured by Hart InterCivic, Inc. for the period of February 27, 2024 - December 31, 2024, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 360. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a sole source exemption agreement with West Publishing Corporation, dba West, A Thomson Reuters Business for subscription to West print publication products for the Law Library for the extended period of January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028 with no increase in the total contract amount, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 361. Request for approval of a personal services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with JHJ Strategic Consulting, LLC in the amount of $100,000 for cubes customer-based execution & strategy workshop services for the Sheriff's Office for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 362. Request for approval of a personal services exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Management Center in the amount of $68,000 for managing to change the world training for Public Health Services for the period of February 27, 2024 - February 26, 2025 with one (1) one-year renewal options, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
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- 363. Request that the County Judge execute an amendment to a personal services exemption agreement with Lead & Thrive LLC to add conditions for operations immersion and spiral training program for Public Health Services for the period of January 30, 2024 - July 29, 2025, with no increase in the total contract amount, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Personal Services Agreement.
- 364. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with Alert Logic, Inc. (assignor) to Fortra, LLC (assignee) for security information and event management (SIEM) and managed security (MSS) solutions for the Toll Road Authority effective March 9, 2022 (190127), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 365. Request for approval of the order permitting the assignment of a contract with Cartegraph Systems, LLC (assignor) to OpenGov, Inc. (assignee) for a work order management system for Precinct 2 effective July 22, 2022 (210117), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
- 366. Request for approval of a change in contract with Technologies Link Business and Services Corporation for janitorial services at various community centers for Precinct 2, resulting in an addition of $51,508 to the contract amount (220327), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 17%, MWDBE Current Participation: 100%.
- 367. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $1,161,709 for excavators for Precinct 2, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 368. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from FarrWest Environmental Supply, Inc in the amount of $60,000 for robotic system for the Sheriff's Office, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 369. Request for approval of a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Associated Supply Company, Inc. in the amount of $165,835 for asphalt paver for Precinct 3, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
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- 370. Request for approval of a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of only quote from Zetron, Inc. in the amount of $104,770 for radio console system for the Sheriff's Office, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 371. Request for approval of a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote from Global Environmental Products, Inc. in the amount of $342,579 for street sweeper for Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 372. Request for approval of a Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program purchase on the basis of low quote to United Ag & Turf in the amount of $87,133 for tractor for Precinct 1, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Drop Shipped.
- 375. Request for approval for the County Clerk to execute applicable bonds received from Aramark Correctional Services, LLC for food services for the Juvenile Probation Department, in connection with a renewal approved by the Juvenile Board on December 6, 2023 (200281).
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- 379. Request for approval of 13 positions effective March 9, 2024 to support procurement operations requiring no additional FY 24 budget and an additional FY 25 request in the amount of $2,200,000.
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- 380. Request for approval of a Final Investment Memo for the CJO Fleet Acquisition project in the amount of $170,000 and request for approval of commercial paper funding in the amount of $170,000.
- 381. Request for approval of a position effective March 9, 2024.
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- 382. Request for approval to execute a Chapter 381 mural agreement with Central Houston Civic Improvement, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $260,000 and to work with Street Art for Mankind for the encouragement, promotion, improvement, and application of the arts in Harris County.
- 383. Request for approval to execute an agreement with the University of Houston to provide Alzheimer’s awareness education at Precinct 1 community centers.
- 384. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Alzheimer’s Association Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter to provide information sessions on Alzheimer’s and Dementia at Precinct 1 community centers and events.
- 385. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Harris Central Appraisal District to provide information sessions on property taxes, exemptions, and protesting taxes at Precinct 1 community centers.
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- 386. Request for approval to execute an agreement with Inprint, Inc. to provide senior memoir writing workshops at Precinct 1 community centers.
- 387. Request for the County Judge to execute an agreement with Shadow Creek Soccer Club to use and enhance specific areas of Alabonson Park to provide recreational youth soccer activities.
- 388. Request that the County Judge submit for and on behalf of Harris County a prescribed burn plan pertaining to El Franco Lee Park with the Texas Prescribed Burning Board and execute for and on behalf of Harris County a Disclaimer of Liability for same.
- 389. Request for approval to accept an affidavit and petition submitted by the residents of Greensbrook Section I requesting the posting of “No Overnight Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles” signs in compliance with the required regulations.
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- 390. Request for approval of fees for the Assistance League of the Bay Area - Just a Pretty Table Event at Sylvan Beach Pavilion on April 11, 2024.
- 391. Request for approval of admission fees for the 6th Anniversary - EDAYE Hope & Love Foundation at Sylvan Beach Pavilion on April 14, 2024.
- 392. Request for approval of admission fees, permission to sell beer and wine, and to close the park for the La Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce to host the 66th Annual Sylvan Beach Festival on April 27, 2024.
- 393. Request for approval of registration fees for the Al Garza’s Premier Martial Arts, Run for the Goal 5K Event at Challenger Seven Memorial Park on April 27, 2024.
- 394. Request for approval of plant sale fees for the Plumeria Society of America INC June Show & Tell at Bay Area Community Center on June 8 and July 13, 2024.
- 395. Request for approval of admission fees, contest fees, and sale of food for the Space City Shootout Model Car Contest and Scale Automotive Expo at Bay Area Community Center on July 26-27, 2024.
- 396. Request for approval to continue to compensate Road and Bridge employees in the department who have obtained their CDL - Class A or B endorsement and meet certain revised qualifications with a pay incentive.
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- 397. Request for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Precinct 3 Community Center Audio Visual Upgrades project for an initial amount of $294,608 and initial commercial paper funding in the amount of $295,000.
- 398. Request that the County Judge execute a Chapter 381 performance agreement with Economic Alliance - Houston Port Region for the purpose of promoting economic development in all or a portion of Harris County from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024 in the amount not to exceed $56,250.
- 399. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Sons of EL Lodge #11 for cleanup along the roadsides of Cypresswood Drive beginning at Dry Gulley (K133-00-00) and ending at Stuebner Airline Road for the term of March 1, 2024 through February 28, 2026.
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- 400. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Cy-Fair High School Air Force Junior ROTC for cleanup along the roadsides of Matske Road beginning at Highway 290 and ending at Cypress North Houston for the term of March 14, 2024 through March 13, 2026.
- 401. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Timberwood Middle School P.A.W.S. Club for cleanup along the roadsides of Atascocita Road beginning at Timber Forest Drive and ending at Kings Park Way/Atasca Oaks Drive for the term of May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2026.
- 402. Request that the County Judge execute a Proposed Collaboration Letter in support of a Harris County Department of Education County Connections Youth Summer Initiative 2024 County Connections grant application to be submitted by Barrett Economic & Community Development Organization (BECDO) for the 2024 Barrett Summer Youth Enrichment Program Summer Camp, Precinct 3.
- 403. Request for approval to accept from Lotus McElfish the donation of four original hand-drawn botanical prints with an estimated value of $90 to be utilized at the Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- 404. Request for approval to accept from the Bayou Land Conservancy the donation of five sweep nets, 11 dip nets and aquatic viewfinders with an estimated value of $200 to be utilized at Dennis Johnston Park.
- 405. Request for approval to accept from Memorial Hermann Northeast Family the donation of a Fringe tree with an estimated value of $205 to be utilized at Mercer Botanic Gardens in memory of Juan Carlos Cabra Cruz.
- 406. Request for approval to accept from The Mercer Society/Friends of Mercer Botanic Gardens the donation of a 60-gallon Montezuma Cypress tree and a granite memorial bench with an estimated value of $2,200 to be utilized at Mercer Botanic Gardens in memory of former Mercer Botanic Gardens director, Linda Gay.
- 407. Request for approval to accept from the Jesse Jones Park Volunteers Inc. the donation of the design and fabrication of seven interpretive signs with an estimated value of $11,447 to be utilized at Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center.
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- 408. Request for approval for Teen Inc., a 501(c)(3), to hold a free family event on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Alief Amity Park.
- 409. Request for approval for the Houston-Galveston Area Council, a 501(c)(3), to facilitate a cleanup location for the 30th annual 2024 River, Lakes, Bays N’ Bayous Trash Bash on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Terry Hershey Park.
- 410. Request for approval for The Energy Corridor of Houston Orchestra (ECHO), a 501(c)(3), to hold a community event and concert on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Ray Miller Park.
- 411. Request for approval for Southern Texas Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, a 501(c)(3), to hold a charity walk on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Nottingham Park.
- 412. Request for approval for Palmer Drug Abuse Program, a 501(c)(3), to hold a 5K fundraiser on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Bear Creek Park.
- 413. Request that the County Judge execute an Adopt a County Road agreement with Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. for cleanup along the roadsides of Kickapoo Road beginning at US 290 and ending at FM 2920 for approximately one mile and Kermier Road from US 290 to FM 2920 for approximately one mile for the term of February 1, 2024 through January 31, 2026.
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- 414. Request for approval to update one position to increase budget hours effective March 9, 2024.
- 415. Request for approval of three positions effective March 9, 2024.
- 416. Request for approval to add classifications to the Salary Structure effective March 9, 2024.
- 417. Request for approval to update 49 intern positions to increase the budget hours effective March 9, 2024.
- 482 Transmittals
- 418. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of a Fiscal Review Request form from Justice of the Peace 4-2 with responses from the Office of County Administration and the Office of Management and Budget.
- 419. Transmittal by the Office of County Administration of the monthly report describing progress in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund administration, in accordance with guidance from Commissioners Court.
- 420. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of investment transactions and maturities for the period of January 11-28, 2024.
- 421. Transmittal by the Office of Management and Budget of the revised quarterly investment report in accordance with the Public Funds Investment Act.
- 422. Transmittal by Human Resources & Risk Management of changes to classifications on certain positions.
- 423. Transmittal by the Office of the County Engineer of February 2024 Status Update for the 2018 Harris County Subdivision Drainage Improvement Program.
- 424. 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.
- 425. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 1 of the racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
- 426. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 3 of the racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
- 427. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 5 of the 2023 racial profiling report for traffic citations submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
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- 428. Transmittal by the Constable of Precinct 8 of the racial profiling report for 2023 traffic stops submitted to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as required by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
- 429. Transmittal by the Sheriff’s Office of an agreement with Wellspring Family and Community Institute, LLC using Commissary Funds for therapeutic services for children of incarcerated parents within the Harris County Jail.
- 430. Transmittal by the Sheriff’s Office for renewal of an agreement with Keefe Commissary Network, LLC for Inmate Commissary Services from April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025.
- 431. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the January 9, 2024 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 432. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the January 18, 2024 Business Court Meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
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- 433. Transmittal by the County Clerk of the minutes for the January 30, 2024 regular meeting of the Harris County Commissioners Court.
- 434. Transmittal by the Auditor of the Completed Audit Report for the year ended September 30, 2023, Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report for the Sheriff’s Office.
- 435. Transmittal by the County Treasurer of the Harris County Treasurer’s November Report.
- 436. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for technical election support for the County Clerk's Elections Department (230479).
- 437. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for meal tray transportation carts for the Sheriff's Office (240004).
- 438. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for cleaning services for storm sewer inlets, pipes and boxes for the Toll Road Authority (230201).
- 439. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for construction of sidewalks along Woodforest Boulevard (Phase II) from Freeport Street to Redstone Street for Precinct 2 (240018).
- 440. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for thermoplastic striping of various roads and related items for Precinct 4 (240030).
- 441. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for hydro excavation services and related items for the Toll Road Authority (230262).
- 442. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for temporary medical staffing for Public Health Services (230400).
- 443. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for mowing and various maintenance services for the Central East Region for the Flood Control District (240029).
- 444. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for pharmaceutical items for Public Health Services (230482).
- 445. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for Ultraviolet-C Disinfecting Lighting System for jail facilities for the Sheriff's Office (240040).
- 446. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for on-call Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) services for the Toll Road Authority (230396).
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- 447. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for general maintenance at the Clear Creek Gated Structure (A200-00-00-X028) for the Flood Control District (230487).
- 448. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for tires, tubes and related items for Harris County (230432).
- 449. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for security services and related items for Public Health Services (240009).
- 450. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for installation of two deep Anode wells on the North Bank of White Oak Bayou at Championship Park for the Flood Control District (240045).
- 451. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for Bridge Repairs - BRINSAP 2020 Package 2 in Precinct 3 (240052).
- 452. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for detention pond enhancement at Goforth Park for Precinct 3 (240059).
- 453. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a project scheduled for advertisement for drainage system repairs for Hurricane Harvey Repair for the Flood Control District (240049).
- 454. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a professional services exemption with Deloitte & Touche LLP in the amount of $68,480 for audit services for the Community Supervision & Corrections Department for the period of February 7, 2024 - February 6, 2025 with four (4) one-year renewal options.
- 455. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a renewal option with Agape Substance Abuse Program; The Council on Recovery; Pathway to Serenity Inc.; and Santa Maria Hostel, Inc. for substance abuse treatment services for the STAR Drug and Felony Mental Health Courts of the Community Supervision and Corrections Department for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, at a cost of $265,000 (220273), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 456. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of a renewal option with Avertest, LLC dba Averhealth for drug testing kits, collection cups, specimen collection, and the screening and confirmation of urine samples for the Community Supervision and Corrections Department for the period of February 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025, at a cost of $2,300,000 (220209), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Minimal MWDBE Availability.
- 457. Transmittal by the Office of the Purchasing Agent of bids and proposals for advertised jobs that were opened February 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2024.
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- 527 Executive Session
- 528 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.
- 458. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Dr. Luis Fernandez-Wische, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Board of Trustees, Position 5, for a term ending February 1, 2025.
- 459. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Frances Castañeda Dyess, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports for a term ending February 1, 2026.
- 460. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Joy Hutton, a nominee from the County Judge, to the Harris County Women’s Commission for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 461. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Zoe Middleton, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (TIRZ 2) Board for a term ending December 31, 2025.
- 462. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Janae Ladet, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Houston Land Bank Board for a term ending December 31, 2025.
- 463. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Bryan Sanchez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation Board, Position 4, for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 464. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible recommendation of Holly Maria Flynn Vilaseca, 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 (TIRZ 20) Board for a term ending December 20, 2025.
- 465. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment to the METRO Board of Directors for a term ending January 31, 2025.
- 466. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session, pursuant to Tex. Gov. Code § 551.076, for a briefing and possible action regarding the county’s security program.
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- 467. Request by Human Resources & Risk Management for an Executive Session and possible action regarding a grievance resolution appeal filed by Rachel LaSota with Pollution Control Services.
- 468. Request by the County Attorney for an Executive Session pursuant to §551.071, Government Code, for approval of an agreement between Harris County and Monty & Ramirez LLP as Special Counsel in connection with Case No. 23-cv-2860; Patrick Nagorski v. Harris County, Texas; in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division.
- 540 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 541 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.
- 469. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible approval to appoint Commissioner Lesley Briones, with Commissioner Rodney Ellis as alternate, and to appoint Judge Lina Hidalgo as alternate to Commissioner Adrian Garcia, who was previously appointed, to the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) General Assembly and Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2024.
- 470. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Jason McLemore, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation Board, Position 1, for a term ending February 27, 2026.
- 471. Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible recommendation of Margaret Wallace Brown, 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 (TIRZ 20) Board for a term ending December 20, 2025.
- 472. Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to accept an award from the Houston Endowment, Inc., for grant funds in the amount of $515,000, with no required match, for the Language Access Office program.
- 473. Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval of a reimbursement resolution relating to the intention of Harris County to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to toll road projects.
- 474. Request by Public Health Services for approval of an agreement with SMG in an amount not to exceed $94,965.38 to lease a facility at NRG Park for the 2024 Maternal and Child Health Conference.
- 475. Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $500,000, with no required match, for the FY 25 State Crisis Intervention Program.
- 476. Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept from the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) grant funds in the amount of $120,000, with no required match, for the NACCHO: Improving the Health of Young Children Program.
- 477. Request by Domestic Relations for approval to submit an application to Night Court for grant funds in the amount of $25,000, with no required match, for the Night Court - Self Representation Program.
- 478. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval of overtime funding in the amount of $219,010 from the United States Marshals Service via the existing memorandum of understanding for personnel assigned to the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders and Fugitive Task Force.
- 479. Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval of a grant resolution with the intent to apply for the FY 2024 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant for the Auto Theft Unit.
- 480. Transmittal by the Fire Marshal’s Office of notification of participation in the unpaid internship Army Career Skills Program in 2024.
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- 481. Request by the County Clerk for approval of the Final Investment Memo for the Voting Machines project for an incremental amount of $21,927,125 for a total authorization of $75,927,125.
- 482. Request by the County Clerk for approval for the court to adopt preliminary election details and sign the Order of Special Election, and notification of the Governor-Ordered Special Election to Fill a Vacancy, State Senate District 15.
- 483. Request by the County Attorney for an Executive Session pursuant to §551.071, Government Code, for approval of a contingency fee litigation contract pursuant to Texas Government Code § 2254.001 et seq. with Richard Schechter, P.C.; Reich and Binstock, LLP; Kiesel Law, LLP; Ronald Austin Law, LLC; King Benford Law Firm, PLLC; and Herrera Law for legal services in connection with litigation against certain social media companies.
- 484. Request by the County Attorney for an Executive Session pursuant to §551.071, Government Code, for approval of an agreement between Harris County and Norton Rose Fulbright as Special Counsel in connection with Cause No. 2023-53035; Richard Noriega v. Harris County, Texas, In the 133rd Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas.
- 485. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an order authorizing legal action and litigation expenses in connection with various cases including those in Justice of the Peace Courts, various County and District Courts and U.S. District Court TX-Houston.
- 486. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Order Authorizing Payment Under the Settlement Agreement and Inmate Medical Services Agreement with SJ Medical Center, LLC (D/B/A St. Joseph Medical Center).
- 487. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an order authorizing the County Judge to execute an Access Agreement by and between Harris County and Union Pacific Railroad Company, authorizing Union Pacific to conduct a background study on Harris County property located at 4415 Russell Street, Houston, Texas.
- 488. Request by the County Attorney for approval allowing Harris County to join amicus brief in support of the federal government in United States v. Idaho, pending before the U.S. Supreme Court, regarding access to abortion care in certain emergency situations.
- 489. Request by the County Attorney for approval of an Investment Memo for the Harris County Attorney’s Office Matter Management Software Project for an initial authorization of $1,581,250 to replace the existing antiquated legacy case management system and initial commercial paper funding in the amount of $905,000.
- 490. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Austin, Texas for utilization of current contracts at no cost to the county.
- 491. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Fibertown Houston, LLC in the additional amount of $1,513,411 for data center co-location and network services for Harris County for the extended period of March 12, 2024 - March 11, 2025 (180257), Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: 0% - Non-Divisible.
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- 492. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent that the County Judge execute an amendment to an agreement with Kirksey Architects, Inc. dba Kirksey in the additional amount of $161,100 to expand the scope of work to provide professional architectural and engineering services for a comprehensive feasibility study and architectural planning and design services at Riverside General Hospital for Harris County (190276), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 21%.
- 493. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to correct the vendor name from Texas AirSystems, Inc. (as approved) to Texas AirSystems, LLC (corrected) for office renovation at the Criminal Justice Center for Building Operations Services, in connection with a Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) BuyBoard Cooperative Program award approved by Commissioners Court on January 30, 2024.
- 494. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation in the amount of $154,600 for PACS software and hardware support and maintenance services for the Joint Processing Center for the period of March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
- 495. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval on the basis of best overall evaluation and authorize negotiations with BGE, Inc.; Ardurra Group; WSP USA Inc.; Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; and Quiddity Engineering, LLC 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, and the county, at its sole discretion, may discontinue negotiations and proceed to negotiate with the next ranking vendor(s) if unable to agree on an executable contract (230458), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%.
- 496. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval on the basis of highest overall evaluation and authorize negotiations with Aecom Technical Services, Inc. for professional architectural and/or engineering services for the Flood Resilience Plan for the Flood Control District, and the county, at its sole discretion, may discontinue negotiations and proceed to negotiate with the next ranking vendor(s) if unable to agree to an executable contract (230298), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 21%.
- 497. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval on the basis of highest overall evaluation and authorize negotiations with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for professional engineering and support services for Cloverleaf area drainage improvements for the Flood Control District, and the county, at its sole discretion, may discontinue negotiations and proceed to negotiate with the next ranking vendor(s) if unable to agree on an executable contract (230421), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%.
- 498. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of successful negotiations with the highest overall evaluation and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. in the amount of $2,321,541 for professional engineering and support services for Taylor Gully Channel conveyance improvement project (G103-80-03.1-E001) for the Flood Control District, in connection with authorized negotiations with the highest ranked vendor approved by Commissioners Court on August 8, 2023 (230054), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 20%.
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- 499. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to MB Western Ind Contr Co. in the total amount of $473,625 for erosion repairs and maintenance for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230416), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 26%.
- 500. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of lowest and best bid to Sequeira Civil Construction in the amount of $2,062,060 for drainage improvements in Prado Woods Subdivision for Precinct 3, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (230462), MWDBE Contracted Goal: 29%.
- 501. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to reject the response(s) received for professional architectural and/or engineering services for design and renovation of the Institute of Forensic Sciences Building for the Office of the County Engineer (230442).
- 502. Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval to reject the proposal(s) received for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), maintenance, support services and related items for the Toll Road Authority, and that the project be readvertised at a later date with revised specifications (220431).
- 503. Request by the County Judge for approval to accept an amendment to agreements from the Texas Office of the Governor/Homeland Security Grants Division for grant funds in the amount of $38,862.75, with no required match, for the FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program.
- 504. 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 March 31, 2024 for the FY 2022 Community Preparedness project.
- 505. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 that the County Judge execute an agreement with The Women’s Resource to provide financial literacy sessions at Precinct 1 community centers and events.
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- 506. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to submit a revised application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for grant funds in the amount of $1,860,071, with no required match, for the FY 23 TxVemp Grant - Bus Program.
- 507. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval to submit a revised application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for grant funds in the amount of $2,147,436, with no required match, for the FY 23 TxVemp Grant - Freight Program.
- 508. Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 3 for approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Houston to allow the County to take responsibility for the maintenance of the Campbell Triangle esplanade.
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- 585 Emergency/Supplemental COVID-19 items
- 587 Adjournment.
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- 1536 Commissioners Court recessed at 12:06 P.M.
- 1539 Commissioners Court reconvened in-person and virtually at 1:24 P.M. Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 1544 COVID-19
- 1583 Management and Budget
- 1588 County Engineer
- 1594 Auditor
- 1596 Request for approval of payment of Audited Claims.
- 1597 Purchasing
- 1602 Commissioner, Precinct 1
- 1606 Commissioner, Precinct 4
- 1610 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 1625 Commissioners Court went into Closed Executive Session at 3:13 P.M. for Items 465, 466, 467, 469, and 484.
- 1628 Commissioners Court returned in-person and virtually to open Court at 5:06 P.M., Commissioner Ellis, Commissioner Garcia, Commissioner Ramsey, and Commissioner Briones were in-person.
- 1635 Executive Session
- 1639 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 1643 Executive Session
- 1650 Emergency/Supplemental items
- 1654 There being no further business, the Commissioners Court adjourned at 5:16 P.M. The above and forgoing minutes have been read and examined by me and are a true and correct representation of the actions taken by Commissioners Court held on February 27, 2024. On this the 26th day of March, 2024. Teneshia Hudspeth, County Clerk by_________________________ Deputy