Harris County Expands Houston Chronicle Advertising Contract
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Harris County will spend $1.1 million in public funds on newspaper advertising through April 2027. This affects how residents receive required legal notices about government actions like budget hearings and road projects.
If this passes
All Harris County departments may place public notices, job posts, health alerts, and emergency info in the Houston Chronicle through April 2027 under one contract.
If this does not pass
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Harris County Commissioners Court approved a $1.1 million contract amendment with the Houston Chronicle for county-wide advertising services. This agreement extends the county's partnership with our region's largest newspaper through April 2027.
The contract allows all Harris County departments to place public notices, job announcements, health alerts, and emergency information in the Chronicle. Previously limited to Harris County Public Health, this expansion means residents across all 34 cities in Harris County will see important county information in their local newspaper. Public notices are required by law for many government actions like budget hearings, road projects, and policy changes.
This contract ensures these notices reach the widest possible audience through print and digital channels. The Chronicle's extensive reach helps keep our community informed about services, meetings, and decisions that affect daily life. From flood warnings to vaccination clinics, from job opportunities to public meetings, this advertising partnership helps county government communicate directly with residents.
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The contract passed Commissioners Court on May 14, 2026, with a specialized service designation that waived minority business participation requirements. Residents can track how this contract money gets used by attending Commissioners Court meetings, reviewing public records, or contacting the Purchasing Agent's office. Stay informed about county communications by reading the Chronicle's public notice section and following Harris County's official channels.
Type: Contract - AmendmentFile: 26-3225 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-06 Passed: 2026-05-14
Mary.Cesar@harriscountytx.gov
Key Details
- Contract Value: $1,100,000 amendment
- End Date: April 2027
- Approved: May 14, 2026, Commissioners Court
- Scope: All Harris County departments (previously only Public Health)
- MBE Waiver: Minority business participation requirements waived
Contact & Location
- Address
- 1001 Preston St 77002
- Phone
- 713-755-5000
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