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Harris County Commissioners Court Agenda – 3/27/18

The Harris County Commissioners Court considered the following agenda items at the March 27, 2018, meeting. The agenda items include recommendations from the Flood Control District and Pollution Control Services. The items ranged from aesthetics, to purchase of sensing services, projects for channel improvements and purchases for pollution control services.

Committee Overview

Accordingly, the mission of the Harris County Flood Control District is to: Provide flood damage reduction projects that work, with appropriate regard for community and natural values.The District accomplishes its mission by:

  • Devising the flood damage reduction plans;
  • Implementing the plans; and
  • Maintaining the infrastructure

More information on the department can be found here.

The activities of the Pollution Control Services Department are directed toward ensuring clean air and water for the citizens of Harris County consistent with the protection of public health, enjoyment of property and the protection of plant, animal, and marine life. Activities include:

  • Enforcing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Air, Water, Solid Waste and Harris County Storm Water Rules and Regulations.
  • Emergency response.
  • Responding to citizen complaints regarding air, water or solid waste problems.
  • Monitoring, inspecting and investigating activities and facilities associated with air, water, storm water and solid and hazardous waste pollution.
  • Laboratory analysis of water, soil and solid waste samples to identify and quantify compounds that may be hazardous, a public nuisance or detrimental to the environment.
  • Reviewing and commenting on TCEQ permit renewals and amendments.
  • Assessing and compiling reports and evidence relating to violations of environmental laws for civil or criminal litigation.
  • Coordination and administration of Supplemental Environmental Project funds.

More information on the department can be found here.

Agendas are available: Day of meeting or via Harris County website. City Council Meeting Schedule for 2018: 

  • Tuesday, April 10, 2018
  • Tuesday, May 1, 2018
  • Tuesday, May 22, 2018
  • Tuesday, June 12, 2018
  • Tuesday, June 26, 2018
  • Tuesday, July 10, 2018
  • Tuesday, July 31, 2018
  • Tuesday, August 14, 2018
  • Tuesday, August 28, 2018
  • Tuesday, September 11, 2018
  • Tuesday, September 25, 2018
  • Tuesday, October 9, 2018
  • Tuesday, October 23, 2018
  • Tuesday, November 13, 2018
  • Tuesday, December 4, 2018
  • Tuesday, December 18, 2018