The county is paying Pen-Link, LTD. $99,000 to settle compensation owed for an open-source intelligence software platform and related services provided to the Sheriff's Office, with the agreement running through September 30, 2026 and including four one-year renewal options.
What it means for you
This settlement resolves a payment dispute with a software vendor that had already been providing intelligence tools to the Harris County Sheriff's Office since June 14, 2025.
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.