The Commissioners Court approved a set of written procedures (SOPs) to guide how Harris County monitors and wraps up its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs to stay in compliance with federal Treasury rules.

What it means for you

These procedures govern how county staff manage and close out federally funded ARPA programs; residents are not directly affected, but the SOPs are meant to protect the county's compliance standing with the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

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.