PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-03-04

The county is entering a lease and facility use agreement with the East Harris County Empowerment Council (EHCEC) for office space at 15430 East Freeway in Channelview to house community programs addressing social determinants of health.

What it means for you

Residents in and around Channelview may gain access to community services including homeless outreach, healthcare resources, housing assistance, and workforce development at that location.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Briones, 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.

Health — see all →Channelview, 15430 East Freeway

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

Who's paid?East Harris County Empowerment Council (EHCEC)Legistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the March 4, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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

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