The Fine Print: Houston
What they put in the agenda
Every agenda the site reads, from Commissioners Court and City Council to the port, the transit authority, the college districts and the school boards, is checked item by item. Anything that adds a rule, a fee, debt, surveillance or land control, or that happens behind closed doors, is logged here with the agenda's own words. Anything that cuts or repeals one is logged too, as a rollback.
Coming up for a vote
- Mon Oct 26 · Clear Creek ISD · Strings attached Approval of Local Improvement Plans for Federally Targeted Campuses
- Tue Oct 27 · Jersey Village · Strings attached Interlocal agreement with Texas Department of Public Safety for conviction reporting
- Tue Oct 27 · City of Houston · Strings attached Apply for FEMA SAFER Grant for fire and emergency response staffing
- Tue Oct 27 · City of Houston · Strings attached Apply for HHS opioid overdose naloxone training grant
- Tue Oct 27 · City of Houston · Strings attached Apply for HUD Sunnyside Agricultural Hub grant
- Tue Oct 27 · Pasadena ISD · Strings attached Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth continuation grant, $50,048
- Tue Oct 27 · Pasadena ISD · Strings attached Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids grant, $40,000
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Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids grant, $40,000
Board will approve acceptance of a regional partnership grant of $40,000 for Frazier Elementary and a corresponding interlocal agreement.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item VIII.3: the agenda's words
Consideration and possible approval of the 2026-2027 Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids Partnership grant award for Frazier Elementary in the amount of $40,000.00 and the corresponding interlocal agreement
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Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth continuation grant, $50,048
Board will approve acceptance of a state continuation grant for homeless youth education services in the amount of $50,048 for 2026-2027.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item VIII.2: the agenda's words
Consideration and possible approval of the 2026-2027 Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth continuation grant award in the amount of $50,048.00
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Apply for HUD Sunnyside Agricultural Hub grant
Authorizes application to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for grant funding for Sunnyside Agricultural Hub and Training Center Project.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item 20: the agenda's words
ORDINANCE ratifying approval and authorization of submission of application for Grant Assistance to the UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT for Sunnyside Agricultural Hub and Training Center Project, declaring the City’s eligibility for such Grant; authorizing the Director to act as the City’s representative in the application process, accept the Grant Funds, and expend the Grant Funds, as awarded, and to apply for and accept all subsequent awards, if any, pertaining to the Grant; approving and authorizing Grant Agreement with Agency for Grant
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Apply for HHS opioid overdose naloxone training grant
Authorizes application to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration for First Responder Opioid Overdose Naloxone Training grant.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item 19: the agenda's words
ORDINANCE ratifying approval and authorization of submission of application for Grant Assistance to UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE ADMINISTRATION for First Responder Opioid Overdose Naloxone Training and Linkage into Needed Evidence-Based Services, declaring the City’s eligibility for such Grant; authorizing the Director to act as the City’s representative in the application process, accept the Grant Funds, and expend the Grant Funds, as awarded, and to apply for and accept all subsequent awards, if any, pertaining to the Grant
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Apply for FEMA SAFER Grant for fire and emergency response staffing
Authorizes application to Federal Emergency Management Agency for FY2025 Staff for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant, with Fire Chief as City representative to accept and expend grant funds and cash match.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item 18: the agenda's words
ORDINANCE ratifying approval and authorization of submission of application for Grant Assistance to FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FY2025 Staff for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program, declaring the City’s eligibility for such Grant; authorizing the Fire Chief to act as the City’s representative in the application process, accept the Grant Funds, and expend the Grant Funds, as awarded, and to apply for and accept all subsequent awards, if any, pertaining to the Grant; providing for Cash Match; approving and authorizing a Grant Agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Interlocal agreement with Texas Department of Public Safety for conviction reporting
Authorizes contract with Texas DPS for TXCR interface to report convictions to DPS Drivers License Division. Subject to state agency conditions.
Oct 27, 2026 agenda, item E.3: the agenda's words
Consider Resolution No. 2026-40 authorizing an Interlocal Cooperation Contract with the Texas Department of Public Safety for the use of the TXCR interface for reporting of convictions to the DPS Drivers License Division. Jennifer Brown, Finance Director
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Approval of Local Improvement Plans for Federally Targeted Campuses
Approves Local Improvement Plans for campuses that are federally targeted, likely tied to federal education funding programs with associated conditions or mandates.
Oct 26, 2026 agenda, item 8.A.10: the agenda's words
Consider Approval of the Local Improvement Plans for Federally Targeted Campuses CA_Local Improvement Plans Approval_Tracking Form
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Open 60-day comment period for EquipmentShare incentive project.
La Porte Development Corporation opens public comment period for potential incentive project offering up to $298,594 to EquipmentShare for business expansion on 15.42 acres at West Fairmont Parkway and Bay Area Boulevard. Project comes with incentive conditions tied to business promotion requirements.
Oct 26, 2026 agenda, item 5.60: the agenda's words
day notice LPDC project Equipment Share.pdf Presentation, discussion, and possible action to open the 60-day public comment period for a potential project of the La Porte Development Corporation to promote new or expanded business enterprises for real property located on a 15.42 acre tract generally located at the intersection of West Fairmont Pkwy and Bay Area Blvd., in La Porte, Texas, which 15.42 acre tract is a portion of property legally described as Tracts 2A, 3, 4, 4A, and Tract 23D Bayport Unrestricted Section 1 Abstract 625 R Pearsall, to be known as EquipmentShare, through an incentive up to $298,594.00. [Haley Bowers, Economic Development Manager] e. 60-Day Public Comment Period - Fort Worth Running Co
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Join FEMA Community Rating System
City considers joining the FEMA Community Rating System, a federal program that typically requires compliance with specific flood mitigation standards and ongoing reporting requirements.
Oct 21, 2026 agenda, item 13: the agenda's words
(a) Presentation and Discussion regarding the City joining the FEMA Community Rating System. (Bostic)
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Accept FEMA SAFER grant for staffing fire and emergency response
Accepts federal SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) grant from FEMA in the amount of $2,353,000 for the City of Webster.
Oct 20, 2026 agenda, item 12: the agenda's words
CONSIDERATION/ACTION to accept a grant for Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) through FEMA awarded to the City of Webster in the amount of $2,353,000.
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Approve DEA State and Local Law Enforcement Memorandum of Agreement with funding
Sheriff to enter Drug Enforcement Administration State and Local Law Enforcement Agency Memorandum of Agreement with U.S. Department of Justice for continued DEA Task Force Program partnership and acceptance of FY 2027 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Agreement funding. Federal grant with conditions.
Oct 15, 2026 agenda, item 157.: the agenda's words
Request for approval of the Drug Enforcement Administration State and Local Law Enforcement Agency Memorandum of Agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for continued partnership and support of the DEA’s Task Force Program and acceptance of funding to support activities (FY 2027 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas “HIDTA” Agreement).
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Approve overtime funding from U.S. Marshals Service for Task Force assignment
Constable of Precinct 5 to receive overtime funding in the amount of $109,185.88 from U.S. Marshals Service via existing memorandum of understanding for personnel assigned to Gulf Coast Violent Offenders and Fugitive Task Force. Federal grant with conditions.
Oct 15, 2026 agenda, item 151.: the agenda's words
Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of overtime funding in the amount of $109,185.88 from the United States Marshals Service via the existing memorandum of understanding for personnel assigned to the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders and Fugitive Task Force.
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Approve DEA agreement for Precinct 5 deputies on drug trafficking operations
Constable of Precinct 5 to enter agreement with U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration for personnel to be assigned to Houston Division Office for drug trafficking operations. Federal agreement with conditions.
Oct 15, 2026 agenda, item 150.: the agenda's words
Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval of an agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration via the existing memorandum of understanding for personnel to be assigned to the Houston Division Office to carry out operations regarding drug trafficking.
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Approve DEA Task Force Agreement for Precinct 3 deputies
Constable of Precinct 3 to enter Program Funded State and Local Task Force Agreement with U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration to assign two deputies as Task Force Officers to Houston Task Force. Federal grant agreement with conditions.
Oct 15, 2026 agenda, item 148.: the agenda's words
Request by the Constable of Precinct 3 for approval of a Program Funded State and Local Task Force Agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to accomplish the objectives of the Houston Task Force by providing two deputies as Task Force Officers.
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Discussion and possible action on CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs
Harris County Flood Control District to discuss and take possible action on Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) programs. These federal programs come with conditions and mandates.
Oct 15, 2026 agenda, item 93.: the agenda's words
Request for discussion and possible action on the CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT programs managed by the Harris County Flood Control District.
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Professional services agreement for projects funded by CDBG-MIT-MOD grant
Ordinance authorizes professional services agreement with DCCM North America, LLC for Oak Leaf Drive Reconstruction, Staples Lift Station Improvements, and Cedar Landing Lift Station Improvements Projects, funded by State of Texas General Land Office Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation-Method of Distribution (CDBG-MIT-MOD) Grant No. 24-065-089-E765. Grant funding comes with federal conditions and requirements.
Oct 8, 2026 agenda, item 7.j: the agenda's words
Consider an ordinance authorizing a professional services agreement for the Oak Leaf Drive Reconstruction, Staples Lift Station Improvements, and Cedar Landing Lift Station Improvements Projects, to DCCM North America, LLC., for the State of Texas General Land Office Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation-Method of Distribution (CDBG-MIT-MOD) Grant No. 24-065-089-E765.
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City considers joining FEMA Community Rating System
Presentation and discussion regarding the City joining the FEMA Community Rating System. FEMA programs may carry federal conditions or mandates.
Oct 7, 2026 agenda, item 14: the agenda's words
(a) Presentation and Discussion regarding the City joining the FEMA Community Rating System. (Bostic)
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Submit application for 2027-28 TxCDBG Community Development Fund
Resolution 2026-12 authorizes submission of an application for the 2027-28 Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Community Development Fund competition. TxCDBG awards come with federal and state conditions and reporting mandates.
Oct 7, 2026 agenda, item 11.1: the agenda's words
Discuss and take necessary action on Resolution 2026 -12 authorizing the submission of an application for the 2027- 28 TxCDBG Community Development Fund competition (Michalak)
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Adopt 2025 Harris County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Resolution 2026-11 adopts the 2025 Harris County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Hazard mitigation plans adopted by local governments typically include conditions and mandates tied to state and federal disaster preparedness programs.
Oct 7, 2026 agenda, item 10.1: the agenda's words
Discuss and take necessary action to approve Resolution 2026-11 adopting the 2025 Harris County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Nunn)
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Application to Federal PROTECT competitive grant program for transportation
Resolution 2026-20 authorizes submission of application to Federal Highway Administration's PROTECT competitive grant program for transportation resilience and efficiency.
Oct 6, 2026 agenda, item 6.7: the agenda's words
Consider and take all appropriate action on Resolution 2026-20, Authorizing Submission of an Application to Federal Highway Administration’s Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Competitive Grant Program. Gayle Cook, City Manager
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Join Harris County interlocal agreement for mental health services
Resolution authorizes mayor to execute joinder agreement allowing Webster to join interlocal agreement between Harris County and Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD. City becomes subject to agreement terms and conditions.
Oct 6, 2026 agenda, item A: the agenda's words
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A JOINDER AGREEMENT TO ALLOW THE CITY OF WEBSTER TO JOIN AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN HARRIS COUNTY AND THE HARRIS CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND IDD; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilmember Davis made a motion to adopt the resolution as read. Councilmember Lapeyre seconded the motion. Resolution 26-17.
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Purchase engagement with NIET for LASO grant support
Board will approve purchase and engagement with the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) for Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) grant support. This appears to be a grant-funded program with associated conditions or mandates.
Oct 5, 2026 agenda, item 7.B.3: the agenda's words
Purchase and Engagement with the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) for Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) Grant Support NIET LASO Grant Support Purchase Cover NIET LASO Grant Support Purchase
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State funding model changes for FY 2025-2027 outcomes
Board reviews Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) rule changes affecting HCC's funding methodology, including new credentials of value, outcome weights, and performance-based funding values. HCC receives state funding based on these changing rules.
Oct 5, 2026 agenda, item R.23: the agenda's words
(2013). TAC Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 13, Subchapter S: Fiscal Year 2025 TAC Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 13, Subchapter V: Fiscal Year 2026 TAC Title 19, Part 1, Chapter 13, Subchapter W: Fiscal Year 2027 The Rules specifying gunding methodologies are changing frequently Fundable outcomes – Remain the same Credentials of Value High demand and Premium bonuses Transfer and coenrollment Transfer to most recent college Dual credit: 15 hours completed Outcome weights Adult learner - > .4 Economically disadvantaged - > .2 Academically disadvantaged - > .2 Fundable Credentials Baccalaureates Some associates Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates Advanced Technical Certificates Continuing Education Certificates Occupational skills awards ICLCs External certifications/licensures (ACE list) New CoV limitations Must be conferred in FY 27 and earned no earlier than June 1, Earned is calculated by the last course applied to degree, HCC or transfer institution) If earned prior to FY 27, must be conferred by December 31, 2026 A student may be funded once per type of credential per 5 years OSAs and ICLCs are considered a single type of award CE certificates and C1s are considered a single type of award Two of these may be earned if one is in a high demand field This follow the student, not the institution - For coenrollment outcome student weights, the student must be classified as such in the initial semester of coenrollment . Economically
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Authorize grant applications and grant agreements for FY 2027
The Board authorized the Chancellor or designee to apply for and execute grant agreements and amendments on behalf of the college system for FY 2027. Grant agreements typically include conditions and mandates imposed by funding agencies.
Oct 1, 2026 agenda, item A.7: the agenda's words
Auth/Grant App/Grant Agrmnts & Amends/FY 2027 Vienne
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Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Palo Verde Partners Development, LLC
Ordinance authorizing economic development agreement under Texas Chapter 380, which comes with conditions regarding job creation and investment commitments.
Sep 24, 2026 agenda, item 7.b: the agenda's words
Consider an ordinance authorizing a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement between the City of Baytown and Palo Verde Partners Development, LLC.
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21st Century Community Learning Centers grant continuation for $2 million
Board will approve 2026-2027 21st Century Community Learning Centers Cycle 12 Year 4 continuation grant award in amount of $2,000,000.
Sep 22, 2026 agenda, item VIII.10: the agenda's words
Consideration and possible approval of the 2026-2027 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Cycle 12, Year 4 continuation grant award in the amount of $2,000,000 AGENDA ITEM Texas 21st Century Community Learning Center (Cycle 12 - Year 4)
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Maritime Education Program Sponsorship with Port of Houston Authority
Board will approve 2026-2027 Maritime Education Program Sponsorship Agreement with Port of Houston Authority including $10,000 award to Maritime Program at Dr. Kirk Lewis Career & Technical High School.
Sep 22, 2026 agenda, item VIII.9: the agenda's words
Consideration and possible approval of the 2026-2027 Maritime Education Program Sponsorship Agreement with the Port of Houston Authority including the award of $10,000 to the Maritime Program at Dr. Kirk Lewis Career & Technical High School AGENDA ITEM Port of Houston Agreement
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Active Attack Response Equipment Grant from Texas Office of Governor
Board will approve grant award in amount of $12,048.75 from Criminal Justice Division of Texas Office of the Governor's Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program and associated resolution.
Sep 22, 2026 agenda, item VIII.8: the agenda's words
Consideration and approval of the Criminal Justice Division of the Texas Office of the Governor’s Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program grant award in the amount of $12,048.75 and the associated resolution AGENDA ITEM CJD Active Attack Grant Award and Resolution
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Application for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant of $15,000,000
Application to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for FY27 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant program requiring matching funds of $15,000,000.
Sep 22, 2026 agenda, item 81.: the agenda's words
Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to submit an application to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for grant funds in the amount of $15,000,000, with a required match of $15,000,000, for the FY27 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant program.
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Amendment to CDBG-DR and Mitigation interlocal agreement for $1,000,000
Amendment to interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity for technical assistance and services related to Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery and Mitigation program.
Sep 22, 2026 agenda, item 44.: the agenda's words
Request for approval of amendment No. 3 to an interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity, in the amount of $1,000,000, for technical assistance, staff augmentation, and various services to assist with Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery and Mitigation awarded to the Flood Control District (Agreement No. 2024-04, Countywide).
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Agreement with Precinct 2 for drainage project using federal disaster funds
Approve agreement with Harris County Precinct 2 allocating $2,000,000 in Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds and $3,028,192 in Precinct 2 funds for Barbara Mae Street Drainage Project. Federal funds come with conditions.
Sep 17, 2026 agenda, item 189.: the agenda's words
Request for approval of an agreement with Harris County Precinct 2 in the amount of $2,000,000 in Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds and $3,028,192 in Precinct 2 funds for the Barbara Mae Street Drainage Project.
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Agreement with Precinct 2 for drainage project using federal disaster funds
Approve agreement with Harris County Precinct 2 allocating $1,000,000 in Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds and $2,330,278 in Precinct 2 funds for Lauder Road Drainage Project. Federal funds come with conditions.
Sep 17, 2026 agenda, item 188.: the agenda's words
Request for approval of an agreement with Harris County Precinct 2 in the amount of $1,000,000 in Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds and $2,330,278 in Precinct 2 funds for the Lauder Road Drainage Project.
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Certification of compliance with Texas Education Code 39.008 (Senate Bill 12)
Board must certify compliance with certain laws enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislative Session), a state-mandated requirement with conditions.
Sep 14, 2026 agenda, item 11: the agenda's words
Consider public testimony and approval of Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislative Session)
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Interlocal Agreement with Region 4 ESC for TSDS and PEIMS support
Board to authorize superintendent to execute an Interlocal Agreement between Region 4 ESC and Cy-Fair ISD for Texas School Data System and PEIMS support services. Services are subject to conditions established by the regional education service center.
Sep 10, 2026 agenda, item 7.E: the agenda's words
The Board will consider authorizing the superintendent to execute an Interlocal Agreement between Region 4 ESC (TSDS & PEIMS support) and Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Agreement_Region 4 ESC Contract Rider A
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Certify compliance with Texas Education Code 39.008 from Senate Bill 12
Board will approve certification of compliance with certain laws under TEC 39.008 as enacted by Senate Bill 12. This is a state-mandated compliance requirement.
Sep 8, 2026 agenda, item VII.B: the agenda's words
Approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session). Action Sheet - Certification of Compliance - TEC 39.008 TEC - Ch. 11 TEC - Ch. 28 TEC 39.008 - Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws Required SB 12 Compliance - All Staff_Contractor Notification
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Employee providing services to another district under HB 3722
Ms. LeAna Price is authorized to provide transition support services to Goose Creek Consolidated ISD outside her regular Sheldon ISD work hours in accordance with House Bill 3722. This state law governs conditions on such interdistrict employee arrangements.
Sep 1, 2026 agenda, item 5.A: the agenda's words
Consider and Take Action Regarding Ms. LeAna Price Providing Transition Support Services to GCCISD During the Non-Contract Hours Pursuant to HB 3722 Description: It is recommended that the Board consider and take action regarding Ms. LeAna Price providing support and transition services to Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District (GCCISD) outside of her regular work hours with Sheldon Independent School District, in accordance with the provisions of House Bill 3722.
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Police accept Homeland Security Grant for night vision technology
Police Department accepts $154,200 grant from Homeland Security Grant Program (Urban Area Security Initiative) for upgraded night vision technology for Combined Agency Response Team. Grant comes with federal compliance and reporting requirements.
Aug 25, 2026 agenda, item 6A.: the agenda's words
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing the Police Department to accept a grant award from the Homeland Security Grant Program (Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) - Houston) in the amount of $154,200 for upgraded night vision technology for the League City members of the Combined Agency Response Team (CART) (Chief of Police)
Deed restrictions
Houston has no zoning; deed restrictions are what keep a business out of a neighborhood, and the city's Legal Department enforces them for neighborhoods. Complaints don't go through 311: they go to drcomplaints@houstontx.gov or the city's complaint form.
- Deed restriction cases reviewed and enforced by the city: 530 in 2024-25, an estimated 550 in 2025-26, and a target of 550 for 2026-27. Nuisance lawsuits handled: 15 in 2024-25, an estimated 10 in 2025-26. [City of Houston FY2027 budget, Legal Department]
- The city's list of reported deed restriction violations has not been updated since Oct. 20, 2015. [data.houstontx.gov]
Code enforcement
- 40% of the City of Houston's Neighborhoods code citations and 36% of Public Works citations were dismissed; the top reasons were "Nolle Prosequi" (the city dropped it), "Officer Not Present" and "Insufficient Evidence." Inspectors made 95,688 residential inspections from Jan. 1, 2024. [KPRC, Nov. 21, 2025]
- Code enforcement inspectors from Neighborhoods and Public Works have been merged into one Community Code Enforcement division in Houston Public Works. Targets for 2026-27: 13,500 weeded-lot cuts, 87% voluntary compliance, 325 demolitions. [City of Houston FY2027 budget, Neighborhoods]
- The Municipal Courts do not publish code citations and how each ended (fined, dismissed, deferred), and the city's code violation dataset was last updated in 2023.
Code and nuisance complaints to Houston 311, by type, and the average days each took to close, from the city's 311 extract.
| Case type | Cases | Closed | Average days to close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Violation | 1,175 | 643 | 6.3 |
| Traffic Signal Maintenance | 1,162 | 882 | 1.2 |
| Container Replacement | 984 | 945 | 1.4 |
| Weeds/Trash/Stagnant Water on Property | 950 | 88 | 5 |
| Trash Dumping or Illegal Dumpsite | 562 | 179 | 4.8 |
| Traffic Signs | 509 | 367 | 4 |
| New Resident Container | 494 | 471 | 1.3 |
| Building Code Violation | 403 | 337 | 2 |
| Container Repair | 340 | 311 | 1.3 |
| Heavy Trash Code Violation | 335 | 119 | 5.4 |
| Health Code | 261 | 25 | 5.7 |
| Junk Motor Vehicle - Private Property | 163 | 34 | 5.1 |
| Bandit Sign - Right of Way | 157 | 148 | 1.8 |
| Traffic Signals | 104 | 54 | 4.9 |
| Dangerous Buildings | 54 | 12 | 3.9 |
| MultiFamily Habitability Violation | 49 | 28 | 1.8 |
| Fire Code Complaint | 49 | 40 | 2.6 |
| Occupancy Violation | 38 | 36 | 2.4 |
| Container Placement | 25 | 3 | 4 |
| Graffiti on Private/Commercial Property | 12 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Drainage System Violation | 11 | 5 | 4.6 |
| Donation Box Violation | 8 | 6 | 2.1 |
| Sign Code Violation | 7 | 5 | 4.5 |
| Malfunctioning Railroad Signal | 4 | 0 | |
| Graffiti - ATT Telephone Equipment | 4 | 0 |
By council district: A 707 (2.5 days) · B 978 (2 days) · C 1,066 (3.1 days) · D 1,118 (2.6 days) · E 370 (2.2 days) · F 337 (3 days) · G 512 (2 days) · H 1,037 (2.7 days) · I 822 (2.7 days) · J 328 (3.1 days) · K 557 (4.1 days) ·
Ghosts in the machine
These cities pass ordinances, set tax rates and sign contracts, and none of it appears here: their agendas could not be read by machine in the last 90 days (scanned images, script-only pages, or no posted agendas). Unseen is not clean.
- 9,613 residents · Jacinto City (0 agendas read, 0 new items; newest agenda posted is for May 28, 2026)
- 4,385 residents · City of Hunters Creek Village Its website does not answer this site's public-records reader, and has since Oct 23, 2026. Its meeting agendas are public records the city must post under the Texas Open Meetings Act; nothing it approves can be shown here until it lets them be read.
- 3,704 residents · City of Taylor Lake Village Its website answers "forbidden" to this site's public-records reader, and has since Oct 23, 2026. Its meeting agendas are public records the city must post under the Texas Open Meetings Act; nothing it approves can be shown here until it lets them be read.
- 3,128 residents · City of Piney Point Village (0 agendas read, 0 new items)
- 816 residents · City of Hilshire Village (0 agendas read, 0 new items)
Scorecard, last 12 months
Points: New rules 3 · Money 4 · Surveillance 4 · Land control 3 · Strings attached 2 · Secrecy 2 · Rollback −3 · the same weights The Fine Print uses everywhere. The Fuckery Meter adds tax rates, consent agendas, closed sessions, missing notice and withheld records.