PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

The Court approved a contract worth $5,045,285 to replace Smart Cushion Crash Attenuator systems on Harris County toll roads, with USA Amtech Inc as the primary vendor and Roy Jorgensen Associates as secondary, running one year with four optional renewals.

What it means for you

Crash cushions on Harris County toll roads will be replaced and maintained, which are the devices designed to absorb impact and protect drivers who hit roadside barriers.

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.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$5,045,285Legistar record ↗

Who's paid?USA Amtech Inc (Primary); Roy Jorgensen Associates (Secondary)Legistar record ↗

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

The official caption doesn't name which fund pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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