Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Diana Ramirez, County Administrator
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Executive Session
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Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible reappointment of Holly Maria Flynn Vilaseca, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 4, to the METRO Board of Directors for a term ending February 6, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
METRO has a nine-member board of directors comprised of members appointed by the City of Houston, Harris County and the Multi-Cities. Pursuant to Chapter 451, Texas Transportation Code, power is granted to the Board to adopt rules, regulations, and such bylaws as it may deem necessary, and to provide management, control and operation of the Authority and its properties.
Expected Impact:
Reappointment of an expired at-large position previously nominated by Precinct 4, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the board.
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Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
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