PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-02-26

The Constable of Precinct 1 asked the Court to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department to provide law enforcement services using a K9 unit and a sergeant position, effective March 7, 2026.

What it means for you

Precinct 1 Constable's Office will provide a K9 unit and a sergeant to support the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department under a formal agreement starting March 7, 2026.

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.

Public safety — see all →Harris County Precinct 1

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who benefits?Harris County Juvenile Probation DepartmentLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Constable of Precinct 1 brought it forward. Taken up at the February 26, 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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