The county will enter a $300,000 agreement with the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD to pay for residential placements for people leaving jail through a re-entry program, running through September 30, 2026 with up to four one-year renewals.
What it means for you
People exiting jail who need mental health or IDD residential support may be placed in housing through this program, funded by the county.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbsentRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
4–0, per the official record.