The county is approving an additional $5,500,000 in commercial paper (short-term borrowing) for a countywide hardware purchase project, bringing the total borrowed amount to $13,672,218.14.

What it means for you

Harris County is increasing its short-term borrowing to fund the purchase of computer or technology hardware used across county operations.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.