What this is
Harris County extends disaster recovery jobs to help families rebuild homes and prepare for future storms through 2027.
Type: GrantFile: 26-2807 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-24 Passed: 2026-05-14
Cindy.Paz@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Status: Approved by Commissioners Court in May 2026
- Duration: Extends 9 jobs through August 2027
- Focus area: Low- and moderate-income flood-damaged neighborhoods
- Services: Home repair grants, elevation projects, drainage improvements
- Contact: Cindy Paz, Housing and Community Development
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Keeps trained county workers helping families rebuild homes and prepare for floods. These staff help neighbors get grants for repairs, home lifting, and connect with recovery resources after storms like Hurricane Harvey hit our communities.
If this passes
Families get continued help with rebuilding, home repairs, flood protection, and navigating recovery programs. Nine county workers stay on the job to provide personal support.
If this does not pass
County would lose experienced staff who help families recover from storms. Residents might have longer waits for help with rebuilding and flood protection projects.
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By the numbers
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