The Harris County Sheriff's Office is asking to temporarily move $92,000 in general funds to cover four grant-funded positions while waiting for a FY27 Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Advocacy Grant from the Office of the Governor, and to extend those four positions through September 30, 2027.
What it means for you
Four county employees working on domestic violence and human trafficking advocacy will stay on the job without interruption while the county awaits the grant award.
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.