The County Attorney is asking the Commissioners Court to approve a professional services agreement with the law firm Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, which will serve as a subcontractor to Tetra Tech in connection with FEMA arbitration matters.
What it means for you
Harris County would hire a law firm, working under an existing contractor, to assist with legal proceedings against FEMA on the county's behalf.
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.