Public Health Services is requesting approval to use a department procurement card — spending up to $50,000 — to buy light refreshments, food, and related items for community meetings and events from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

What it means for you

Harris County residents attending Public Health Services community events during that fiscal year could receive food and refreshments funded by this approval.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-1)

How each member voted

4–1, per the official record.