The county is renewing towing contracts with six vendors to quickly clear stalled and abandoned vehicles from Harris County freeways for the Sheriff's Office, covering June 26, 2026 through June 25, 2027, at a cost of $1,270,000.

What it means for you

Multiple towing companies will continue to remove stalled or abandoned vehicles from county freeways, which affects drivers who experience breakdowns or encounter traffic slowdowns caused by such vehicles.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.