The Sheriff's Office is asking the court to accept $1,058,579 in federal grant funds from the Office of National Drug Control Policy for the FY26 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, with no county match required, and to extend an associated position through December 31, 2027.
What it means for you
The Sheriff's Office will receive federal funding to support anti-drug trafficking efforts and keep a related staff position funded through the end of 2027.
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.