The court pre-approved all employee-related payroll payments — including retirement contributions, health insurance, workers' compensation, and unemployment compensation — for the fiscal year running October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, covering both Harris County and the Harris County Flood Control District.
What it means for you
This gives standing authorization to make routine payroll-related payments throughout the coming fiscal year without requiring separate court approval each time.
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
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.