The Sheriff's Office is asking the court to approve submitting a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for $1,031,000, with no county match required, for the FY26 Community Project Funding for COPS Technology and Equipment Program.
What it means for you
If awarded, the grant would provide funding for technology and equipment for the Sheriff's Office at no cost to the 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
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.