Request for discussion and possible action to authorize Human Resources and Talent to amend the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual to include amendments to Section 6, Workplace Safety, and Section 12.044, Wellness Leave. | Community Exchange
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Request for discussion and possible action to authorize Human Resources and Talent to amend the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual to include amendments to Section 6, Workplace Safety, and Section 12.044, Wellness Leave.
Harris County may update its Personnel Manual to change Workplace Safety and Wellness Leave policies.
Request for approval of an amendment to an agreement with Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System to extend the term through March 31, 2027 for use of parking space in the Smith Clinic Garage, located at 2525A Holly Hall, Houston, TX 77054, for total parking fees in an amount not to exceed $2,166.policy
Harris County Commissioners Court introduced a policy item on September 2, 2026, to update the county's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. The proposed changes would amend Section 6, covering Workplace Safety, and Section 12.044, covering Wellness Leave. The item was introduced for discussion and possible action by the court.
Harris County employs thousands of workers whose job safety rules and wellness leave benefits are set by this manual. Changes affect how county employees report injuries, stay safe at work, and use wellness leave.
