The Court approved accepting settlement payments for damage to county equipment and property, workers' compensation recoveries, tort claim settlements, denial of 96 claims, and authorized the County Judge to sign eight releases for property damage payments to the county.
What it means for you
Harris County will collect a combined total from various settlements and recoveries, and formally close out dozens of legal and insurance claims.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
5–0, per the official record.