The county is awarding a contract to ThriftBooks Global, LLC under which ThriftBooks will pay the county an estimated $21,000 in revenue for the right to purchase and resell surplus library materials from the Public Library, running August 25, 2026 through August 24, 2027 with four possible one-year renewals.
What it means for you
Harris County's Public Library can dispose of surplus materials through ThriftBooks, generating revenue for the county rather than incurring a disposal cost.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbsentRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
4–0, per the official record.