PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-08-06

After an executive session, the Court directed the county budget office to include a proposed salary of $305,000 for the Fire Marshal in the draft Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

What it means for you

The Harris County Fire Marshal could receive a salary of $305,000 beginning in Fiscal Year 2027 if the budget is ultimately adopted with that figure.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, to direct OMB to include in the draft Fiscal Year 2027 budget a proposed salary for the Fire Marshal of $305,000. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbstainRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

4–0, per the official record.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$305,000Legistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Commissioner of Precinct 1 brought it forward. Taken up at the August 6, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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