PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-02-12

The County Attorney is asking the Court to approve a settlement order in a lawsuit filed by Susan Candelari, Lisa Little, and Jessica Candelari against Harris County.

What it means for you

The County would resolve a tort-related legal claim brought by these three individuals through a settlement rather than continued litigation.

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.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who benefits?Susan Candelari, Lisa Little, and Jessica CandelariLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. County Attorney brought it forward. Taken up at the February 12, 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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