Rather than approving a nomination packet, the Court directed IGA to work with DEEO to align Court Offices with Opportunity Zones 2.0 requirements before a potential submission of Harris County census tracts is considered at the June 25 business court.

What it means for you

A decision on nominating Harris County census tracts as Opportunity Zones 2.0 — which could attract investment to economically distressed communities — was deferred to the June 25 business court pending further coordination between county offices.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, to direct IGA to work with DEEO to ensure alignment between Court Offices and Opportunity Zones 2.0 program requirements for potential submission of Harris County census tracks to be considered at the 6/25 business court.The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.