The court approved forming a working group made up of designees from each commissioner's office to identify underused county real estate that could serve public purposes or generate revenue, as part of the Putting Assets to Work (PAW) Initiative, with a report due by November 19, 2026.
What it means for you
A hybrid workgroup will study county-owned properties that are not being fully used and recommend ways to put them to work for public benefit or income, reporting back to the court.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, 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.