What this is
Harris County renewed its emergency alert system that sends life-saving notifications during hurricanes, floods, and other emergencies.
Type: Contract - RenewalFile: 26-3239 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-06 Passed: 2026-05-14
Mary.Cesar@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Cost: $178,409 for one-year renewal
- Company: Everbridge Inc (sole source contract)
- Coverage: May 2026 to May 2027
- Alert types: Text, calls, emails about emergencies
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
This emergency alert system sends text, call, and email warnings during hurricanes, floods, and other dangers. It helped save lives during Hurricane Harvey by quickly telling families about evacuations and safety information.
If this passes
Harris County keeps its emergency alert system that warns residents about hurricanes, floods, evacuations, and other dangers through text messages, calls, and emails.
If this does not pass
The emergency alert system could stop working, making it harder for residents to get life-saving warnings during hurricanes, floods, and other emergencies.
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By the numbers
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