The County Judge is being authorized to sign an amendment extending and adding $188,825 to an existing contract with Deaf Link, Inc. to continue running an emergency notification system for deaf, blind, and hard-of-hearing residents through June 28, 2027.

What it means for you

Deaf, blind, and hard-of-hearing Harris County residents will continue to have access to emergency alerts tailored to their needs for another year under this extended agreement.

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

5–0, per the official record.