The county is adding up to $400,000 in funding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Galveston District to pay for dedicated staff positions that speed up permit reviews, continuing an agreement originally signed in January 2009.

What it means for you

Flood control projects that need federal permits may move faster, potentially reducing delays in flood-mitigation work across Harris County.

Outcome

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

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.