PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

The county is approving a project to be advertised for bids covering security improvements and various renovations at the John Phelps Courthouse.

What it means for you

The John Phelps Courthouse will undergo security improvements and renovations once a contractor is selected through the upcoming bidding process.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, 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.

Public safety — see all →John Phelps Courthouse

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who benefits?John Phelps CourthouseLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Office of the County Engineer brought it forward. Taken up at the January 29, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

The official caption doesn't name a dollar amount or who pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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