The Court approved a fourth amendment to an agreement with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, adding $558,126.80 in ARPA SLFRF funds for temporary respite care for youth aged 13–17 at the Youth Diversion Center and $35,584.00 in FLEX funds for meals, covering February 1 through June 30, 2026.
What it means for you
Youth aged 13 to 17 at the Youth Diversion Center will continue to receive temporary respite care and meals through the end of June 2026, funded by federal ARPA money and FLEX funds.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, 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.