Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Diana Ramirez, County Administrator
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Adrian Garcia
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental 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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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of Faustino Benavidez, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Gulf Coast Rail District Board of Directors for a term ending January 23, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
The District works to improve public safety and reduce vehicle delay created by rail operations and motor vehicles on intersecting highways; ensure context sensitive development of the freight and commuter rail network as the region and economic activity grows; and improve freight rail access, speed, reliability and safety commensurate with public benefits. The District has a board of 14 directors, including 3 directors appointed by Harris County Commissioners Court. The chair of the board is jointly appointed by the Commissioners Court of Harris County and by the Mayor of the City of Houston.
Expected Impact:
Appointment to a vacant at-large seat 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
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