Legislation Details

File #: 24-1652    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Executive Session Status: Passed
File created: 3/15/2024 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 3/26/2024 Final action: 3/26/2024
Title: Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Aisha Dennis, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Public Defender Board for a term ending March 26, 2028.
Department: County Administration
Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton, Deputy County Administrator

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Executive Session

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Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Aisha Dennis, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the Harris County Public Defender Board for a term ending March 26, 2028.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Public Defender's Office Board was created by Order of Harris County Commissioners Court dated September 14, 2010, to recommend the selection of the Chief Defender for the Harris County Public Defender's Office and thereafter oversee and monitor the office's progress.

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Appointment to a vacant position which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the board.

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