Harris County Resources for Children & Adults asked the Commissioners Court to temporarily move $107,824.92 in general funds to keep five grant-funded positions paid while the county waits to receive a FY26 My Brother's Keeper Grant from the City of Houston, and to extend those positions through July 1, 2027.
What it means for you
Five employees working on the My Brother's Keeper program will continue to be paid using county general funds as a bridge until the City of Houston grant money arrives.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
5–0, per the official record.