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PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-09-17

The county is extending its agreement with Empower Community Development Corporation through September 27, 2027, to keep running Project Canvas, a program helping 7th–12th grade students prepare for college and careers.

What it means for you

Middle and high school students in Harris County can continue participating in Project Canvas, which aims to equip them with skills and resources for post-secondary education and careers.

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.

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

Quick answersfrom the official record
Who benefits?Empower Community Development Corporation; 7th–12th grade studentsLegistar record ↗
Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the September 17, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗
The official caption doesn't name a dollar amount or who pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

Cite this: https://plaindocket.com/item/real-hc26-5819-198666 — data from official records via PlainDocket.