The court approved allocating $118,800 from a federal Port Security Grant Program to the Harris County Sheriff's Office for security improvements, with funds split between the federal grant and the Houston Ship Channel Security District.

What it means for you

The Harris County Sheriff's Office will receive additional funding to make further security enhancements at or around 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

5–0, per the official record.