The court approved allocating $260,400 from a federal Port Security Grant Program to the Harris County Sheriff's Office for security improvements, with funds coming from the federal grant, the Houston Ship Channel Security District, and county general funds.
What it means for you
The Harris County Sheriff's Office will receive funding from three sources to make additional security enhancements related to the Houston Ship Channel.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, 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.